Controlling the Camera from the Wireless Controller

Switching the Camera ON and OFF

The camera is switched on and off by using the p (camera ON/OFF) button on the wireless controller. Even if you switch the camera OFF, the stored preset positions, the date, the time and the ID number are not cleared.

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To switch the camera off

In the status of camera ON, press the p button.

The image disappears and the LED on the camera turns red (camera OFF). The camera will now respond only to the p button or i button on the wireless controller.

To switch the camera on

In the status of camera OFF, press the p button.

An image appears on the monitor screen and the LED on the camera turns green (camera ON). The camera will now respond to all operations performed from the wireless controller.

Even if the camera is off, when you press the i button the

LED on the camera blinks orange and you can begin ID mode operation (P.36).

Even if you switch the camera off, electric current will continue to flow to the

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camera. However, the power of the camera will not be turned off (P.18). Accordingly, even if you switch the camera off, the stored preset positions, the date, the time and the ID number are not cleared.

In the Night Mode, if you use the remote control to turn off the camera, the built-in infrared light will turn off. However, the Night Mode will still be in effect.

Then if you use the remote control to turn on the camera again, the built-in infrared light will not light. Use the setting menu to turn off the Night Mode and turn it on again. The built-in infrared light will then light.

Whenever possible, switch the camera off when it is not in use as this reduces power consumption. If the camera will not be used for an extended period, unplug the AC adapter from the wall outlet. If you turn the power off, the date and time will be cleared.

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Canon VC-C50IR, VC-C50i Switching the Camera on and OFF, To switch the camera off, To switch the camera on

VC-C50i, VC-C50IR specifications

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