Displaying the Data Code

Once date and time are set, the camcorder maintains a data code containing

E

recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed and exposure (f-stop). Only date and time appear when playing back a memory card.

MENU button

 

 

Select

 

buttons

 

MENU button

 

DATA CODE

 

button

Selector dial

DATA CODE

button

The data code display turns off when you turn the camcorder off.

The data code may not be displayed if a recording made with this camcorder is played back on a different digital camcorder.

The data code cannot be displayed in frame advance/reverse playback. Camera data may not appear in some special playback modes.

When the TV screen displays are hidden ( 139), the displays still appear on the LCD screen. If you turn on the data code, displays other than the data code will disappear from the LCD screen.

Available Data Code Combinations (in PLAY (VCR) mode):

DATA CODE

 

 

Date/Time &

(tape only)

Date/Time

Camera data

D/TIME SEL.

Camera data

 

 

Date

 

 

F1.8

 

F1.8

1/250

 

1.JAN.2003

1/250

1.JAN.2003

Time

 

F1.8

F1.8

12:00:00 PM

1/250

 

1/250

12:00:00 PM

 

 

 

F1.8

Date & Time

12:00 PM

 

1/250

F1.8

12:00 PM

 

1.JAN.2003

1/250

1.JAN.2003

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Canon MVX150i, MVX100i instruction manual Displaying the Data Code, Available Data Code Combinations in Play VCR mode

MVX150i, MVX100i specifications

The Canon MVX100i and MVX150i are compact digital camcorders that embody the essence of portability and advanced technology, making them popular choices among amateur filmmakers and casual users alike. These models, part of Canon's MV series, combine sleek design with functionality, catering to the needs of modern videographers.

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