Canon DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER MD130 User Manual

PUB.DIE-273PALDigital Video CamcorderInstruction ManualPlease read also the following instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file). • Digital V

Getting to Know the Camcorder 10Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for example ).Components

11 Getting to Know the CamcorderIntroductionNames of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for example )

Getting to Know the Camcorder 12 Wireless Controller WL-D85WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL-D85START/ STOPPHOTOZOOMCARDDATE SEARCHREWPLAYFFSTOPPAUSESLOWAUDIO DU

13 Getting to Know the CamcorderIntroductionScreen Displays Recording MoviesZoom ( 29), Exposure ( 45)Recording program ( 43)White balance ( 47)Imag

Getting to Know the Camcorder 14 Tape operation Record, Record pause, Stop, Eject,Fast forward, Rewind,Playback, Playback pause, Reverse playbac

15 Getting to Know the CamcorderIntroduction Recording Still ImagesZoom ( 29), Exposure ( 45)Recording program ( 43)White balance ( 47)Image effect

16Getting to Know the Camcorder Number of still images available on the memory cardDepending on the recording conditions, the number of available sti

Getting StartedPreparations17PreparationsGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using t

Getting Started 18IMPORTANT You may hear some noise from the compact power adapter during use. This is not a malfunction. We recommend charging the

Getting StartedPreparations19Installing the Backup BatteryThe backup battery (lithium button battery CR1616) allows the camcorder to retain the date,

2 IntroductionCleaning the Video HeadsDigital video camcorders record video signals on the tape in very thin lines (as thin as 1/8 of the width of a h

Getting Started 20IMPORTANT Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cove

Getting StartedPreparations213 Adjust the viewfinder.Keep the LCD panel closed to use the viewfinder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever as nece

Using the Menus 22LCD BacklightYou can set the brightness of the LCD screen at normal or bright.1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open

Using the MenusPreparations234 Press to save the settings and close the menu.• You can press to close the menu at any time.• With some settings y

First Time Settings 24First Time SettingsChanging the LanguageThe language for on-screen and menu displays can be changed. The list of available langu

First Time SettingsPreparations25Setting the Date and Time1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. 3 Select ( ) [DATE/

Recording 26Basic Fun ctionsRecordingRecording Movies1 Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover.2 Holding the lock button pressed do

RecordingBasic Functions27NOTES About the recording time: By changing the recording mode you can change the video quality and as a result, also the

Recording 28IMPORTANTAvoid the following actions while the card access display ( ) appears on screen and when the CARD access indicator is on or flash

RecordingBasic Functions29ZoomingPOINTS TO CHECK: In addition to the 35x optical zoom, the digital zoom (up to 1000x) is also available ( 37).35x Opt

Introduction3Important Usage InstructionsWARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

Playback 30NOTES When you wake up the camcorder from Quick Start mode, the following settings will be changed automatically.- Manual focus returns to

PlaybackBasic Functions315 Push the joystick ( ) towards / to begin the playback.DURING PLAYBACK 6 Push the joystick ( ) towards / again to pause

Playback 32• The tape stops at or near the zero mark, disappears and the correct time code will be displayed again.NOTESIf there are blank sections

PlaybackBasic Functions33Playing Back Still Images and Movie Clips from a Memory Card1 Holding the lock button pressed down, set the switch to PLAY

Playback 34Slideshow1 Press .2 Select ( ) [ SLIDESHOW] and press ( ).• The still images and movie clips on the memory card are played back in sequence

Menu Options ListsAdvanced Functions35Advanced FunctionsMenu Op tions ListsMenu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to selec

Menu Options Lists 36Size: [L 1152x864], [L 1024x768],[S640x480]Quality: [ SUPER FINE], [ FINE], [NORMAL][S S.FINE/640x480], [S FINE/640x480], [S NOR

Menu Options ListsAdvanced Functions37Setup menusCamera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUPMode switch: Recording program: [ P

Menu Options Lists 38 You can erase ( 58) or protect ( 59) the image if you press while you are reviewing the image (or immediately after recording

Menu Options ListsAdvanced Functions39according to the type of television to which you will connect the camcorder.[NORMAL TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspec

4 IntroductionAbout this Manual ... 7Getting to Know the Camco

Menu Options Lists 40* The following options are available only when you press in the index screen.Press ( ) to protect the image.Press ( ) to set t

Menu Options ListsAdvanced Functions41 Warning messages, the data code (if activated), and displays on the index screen will appear regardless of th

Menu Options Lists 42[ RESET], [CONTINUOUS]Select the image numbering method to be used when you insert a new memory card.Images are automatically ass

Recording ProgramsAdvanced Functions43Recording ProgramsUsing the Recording Programs Easy RecordingThe camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and othe

Recording Programs 44: Changing the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs Use the automatic exposure (AE) program to set the shutter speed or selec

Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and ColorAdvanced Functions45 [ NIGHT]- Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.- Picture quality ma

Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color 46Manual Focus AdjustmentAutofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus m

Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and ColorAdvanced Functions47White BalanceThe white balance function helps you accurately reproduce colors und

Audio Recording and Playback 48Image EffectsYou can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to obtain different results.POIN

Audio Recording and PlaybackAdvanced Functions49Audio Playback ModesSelecting the Audio Channel You can select the audio channel to play back when pl

5IntroductionSystem Setup (Beep, etc.) ...41Date/Time Setup ...

Recording Options using the Memory Card 50Recording Opti ons using the Memo ry CardSelecting the Size and Quality of Still ImagesStill images are reco

Recording Options using the Memory CardAdvanced Functions51Selecting the Size of Movie Clips on the Memory Card Movies are recorded on the memory car

Recording Options using the Memory Card 52NOTES The still image cannot be recorded on the memory card while recording in widescreen (16:9) mode or wh

Other FunctionsAdvanced Functions53NOTES In the [ FIREWORKS] recording program the focus priority is automatically set to [OFF].Other Func tionsData

Other Functions 54 LED LightYou can turn on the LED light (assist lamp) at any time, regardless of the recording program.• appears on the screen.• Se

Other FunctionsAdvanced Functions55[ EFFECT] EffectsAdd flavor to your recordings. Sound will be recorded normally. You can preview the effect on the

Other Functions 56TO FADE OUTPress ...: ...while recording, then press to fade out and pause the recording.: ...during playback, then push the joyst

Other FunctionsAdvanced Functions57ApplyingPress .• changes to green and the combined image appears.• Still images cannot be recorded on the memory

Still Image Options 58Editing FunctionsStill Image OptionsErasing Still ImagesIMPORTANTBe careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recover

Still Image OptionsEditing Functions59Protecting Still ImagesYou can protect still images from accidental erasure. IMPORTANTInitializing the memory c

6 Additional InformationTrouble?Troubleshooting ...76List of

Still Image Options 60Protecting Still Images from the Index ScreenMove the zoom lever toward W to enter the still image index screen.* appears on pr

Connecting to a TV or VCRExternal Connections61External Connections Connecting to a TV or VCRConnection DiagramsTurn off all the devices when making

Connecting to a TV or VCR 62Terminal on the Camcorder Connecting CableTerminal on the Connected Device2Output connection (Signal Flow ) to an HDTV wi

Connecting to a TV or VCRExternal Connections63Playback on a TV ScreenThe quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV and

Connecting to a TV or VCR 64 When recording to a digital video recorder using the DV terminal –connection type (61)–:- If the picture does not appe

Connecting to a TV or VCRExternal Connections65recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws.Copyright SignalsDuring playback: I

Connecting to a TV or VCR 661 Locate the scene you wish to start audio dubbing.Before locating the starting point, you can also set the zero set memor

Connecting to a ComputerExternal Connections67Connecting to a ComputerPC Connection DiagramsConnecting to a ComputerDV Terminal• Check the type and o

Connecting to a Computer 68Transferring Video RecordingsYou can transfer recordings to a computer using the DV terminal.Equipment and System Requireme

Connecting to a ComputerExternal Connections693 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the USB connection –connection type ( 67)– shown in the

7IntroductionThank you for purchasing the Canon MD160/MD150/MD140/MD130. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it

Connecting to a Computer 701 Select ( ) a transfer option and press ( ).IF YOU SELECT [ ALL IMAGES], [ NEW IMAGES] OR [ TRANSFER ORDERS]2 In the co

Connecting to a PrinterExternal Connections71* appears on images marked with a transfer order. Press ( ) to cancel the transfer order.**After closin

Connecting to a Printer 72Selecting the Print SettingsYou can select the number of copies and other settings for printing. The setting options vary de

Connecting to a PrinterExternal Connections73Printing after Changing the Print Settings1 Press .• The print setting menu appears.• Depending on the p

Connecting to a Printer 74Print OrdersYou can mark the still images you want to print and set the desired number of copies as a print order. These pri

Connecting to a PrinterExternal Connections75Printing1 Connect the camcorder to the printer using the USB connection –connection type ( 67)– shown

76Trouble? Additional I nformation Trouble?If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service

Trouble?77Additional InformationRecordingPlaybackVideo noise appears on screen. When using the camcorder in a room where a plasma TV is located, keep

78Trouble? Memory Card OperationPrintingEditingNo sound from the built-in speaker.Open the LCD panel. –Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume

Trouble?79Additional InformationList of MessagesMessage Explanation/SolutionSET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIMEYou have not set the time zone, date and

8 The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode. You can display the joystick guide to remind you of the joystick’s fu

80Trouble? Direct Print Related MessagesNOTESAbout Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS Printers: If the printer’s error indicator flashes or an error message appear

Trouble?81Additional InformationLOW INK LEVEL The ink cartridge needs to be replaced soon. Select [CONTINUE] to restart printing.INK ABSORBER FULL Se

Do’s and Don’ts 82Do’s and Don’tsCamcorder Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. Do not leave the cam

Do’s and Don’ts83Additional Information Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperature

Do’s and Don’ts 84the slot if it is not correctly oriented may damage the memory card or the camcorder. Do not attach any labels or stickers on the m

Do’s and Don’ts85Additional InformationCleaning the CamcorderCamcorder Body Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically

Do’s and Don’ts 86TO AVOID CONDENSATION Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in temperature. Remove the cassette, place the cam

General Information87Additional InformationGeneral Information* The BP-2L5 is not available as a separate optional accessory.System Diagram (Availabi

88General Information Battery PacksWhen you need extra battery packs, select one of the following models: NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12, BP-2L14.CB-2LWE Batt

General Information89Additional InformationShoulder StrapYou can attach a shoulder strap for more security and portability.Pass the ends through the

Getting to Know the Camcorder9IntroductionGetting to Know the Camcorder* Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction ma

90General Information MD160/MD150/MD140/MD130 SpecificationsSystemVideo Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital

General Information91Additional InformationCA-590E Compact Power AdapterBP-2L5 Battery PackWeight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omission

92General Information 16:9 aspect ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 419 Point AiAF (Aut

General Information93Additional InformationPP (recording program) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44Playback - Movie clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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