Canon MD111 Instruction Manual

PUB.DIE-274PALDigital Video CamcorderInstruction ManualEnglishIntroductionPrerparationsBasic FunctionsAdvanced FunctionsExternal ConnectionsAdditional

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

11 Getting to Know the CamcorderIntroductionScreen Displays RecordingZoom ( 22), Exposure ( 32)Recording program ( 30)White balance ( 34)Image effec

Getting to Know the Camcorder 12 Tape operation Record, Record pause, Stop, Eject,Fast forward, Rewind,Playback, Playback pause, Fast forward pl

Getting StartedPreparations13PreparationsGetting StartedCharging the Battery PackThe camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using t

Getting Started 145 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.• The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. The indicator will sta

Getting StartedPreparations151 If a battery pack is attached, remove it first. 2 Open the backup battery cover.3 Insert the backup battery with the +

Getting Started 16Preparing the Camcorder1 Turn on the camcorder.2 Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover. 3 Adjust the viewfinder

Using the MenusPreparations17LCD BacklightYou can set the brightness of the LCD screen at normal or bright.1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press

Using the Menus 184 Press to save the settings and close the menu.• You can press to close the menu at any time.• With some settings you will need

First Time SettingsPreparations19First Time Se ttingsChanging the LanguageThe language for on-screen and menu displays can be changed. The list of av

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

First Time Settings 20Setting the Date and Time1 Press .2 Select ( ) the icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. 3 Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP]

RecordingBasic Functions21Basic Func tionsRecordingRecording Movies1 Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover.2 Holding the lock bu

Recording 22quality and as a result, also the available recording time ( 27). Previous recordings overwritten by a new recording cannot be recovered.

PlaybackBasic Functions23PlaybackPlaying Back MoviesPlay back the tape on the LCD display or close the LCD panel to use the viewfinder. You can also

Playback 24Locating the End of the Last SceneAfter playing back a tape, use this function to locate the end of the last scene recorded in order to con

Menu Options ListsAdvanced Functions25Advanced FunctionsMenu Op tions ListsMenu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to selec

Menu Options Lists 26 If a trailing afterimage appears, set the slow shutter to [ OFF]. [ OFF], [ 105X], [ 1000X] [ OFF], [ 90X], [ 800X]Determ

Menu Options ListsAdvanced Functions27VCR S etup (Recording Mode, TV Type, etc.) VCR SETUP [STD PLAY], [ LONG PLAY] Recording in LP mode extends t

Menu Options Lists 28Display Setup (LC D Brightness, Language, etc. )DISPLAY SETUPAdjust ( ) the brightness of the LCD display with the joystick. Ch

Menu Options ListsAdvanced Functions29[OFF], [ DATE], [ TIME], [ DATE & TIME]The list of available languages depends on the region where you purc

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

Recording Programs 30Recording Progr amsUsing the Recording Programs Easy RecordingThe camcorder adjusts the focus, exposure and other settings automa

Recording ProgramsAdvanced Functions31: Changing the Shutter Speed and Special Scene Programs Use the automatic exposure (AE) program to set the shut

Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color 32 [ NIGHT]- Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.- Picture quality may not be as good as

Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and ColorAdvanced Functions33Manual Focus AdjustmentAutofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In

Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color 34White BalanceThe white balance function helps you accurately reproduce colors under different light

Audio Recording and PlaybackAdvanced Functions35Image EffectsYou can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to obtain diff

Audio Recording and Playback 36TO USE AN EXTERNAL MICROPHONE Connect the external microphone to the MIC terminal. Use commercially available condenser

Other FunctionsAdvanced Functions37* When you select [ MIX/VAR.], adjust the mix balance with the [MIX BALANCE] setting ( 27).Other Func tionsData C

Other Functions 38• appears.• Set [SELF TIMER] to [ OFF] to cancel the self timer. Press .The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown

Other FunctionsAdvanced Functions39Applying1 Press to activate the fader/effect.• The icon of the selected effect turns green.• Press again to de

4 IntroductionAbout this Manual ... 6Getting to Know the Camco

Connecting to a TV or VCR 40External Co nnections Connecting to a TV or VCRConnection DiagramsTurn off all the devices when making the connections an

Connecting to a TV or VCRExternal Connections41Terminal on the Camcorder Connecting CableTerminal on the Connected Device2Output connection (Signal F

Connecting to a TV or VCR 42Playback on a TV ScreenThe quality of the playback picture will vary depending on the connected TV and the type of connect

Connecting to a TV or VCRExternal Connections43 When recording to a digital video recorder using the DV terminal –connection type ( 40)–:- If the

Connecting to a TV or VCR 44recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws.Copyright SignalsDuring playback: If you try to play ba

Connecting to a ComputerExternal Connections45Connecting to a ComputerPC Connection DiagramsConnecting to a ComputerDV Terminal• Check the type and o

Connecting to a Computer 46Transferring Video RecordingsYou can transfer recordings to a computer using the DV terminal.Equipment and System Requireme

Trouble?47Additional InformationAdditiona l Information Trouble?If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your deal

48Trouble? RecordingPlaybackVideo noise appears on the TV screen.When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located, keep a distance between the

Trouble?49Additional InformationEditingList of MessagesNo sound from the built-in speaker.Open the LCD panel. –Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust t

5IntroductionImage Effects...35Audio Recording and Playb

50Trouble? INPUT SIGNAL NOT SUPPORTEDThe digital device connected with the DV cable is incompatible with the camcorder.–HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CAS

Do’s and Don’ts51Additional InformationDo’s and Don’tsCamcorder Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel.

Do’s and Don’ts 52 Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures.About the battery te

Do’s and Don’ts53Additional Informationassistance immediately. The battery case may break and the battery fluids may cause internal damage. Do not d

Do’s and Don’ts 54CondensationMoving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its in

Do’s and Don’ts55Additional InformationUsing the Camcorder AbroadPower SourcesYou can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to c

56General Information General Inf ormation* The BP-2L5 is not available as a separate optional accessory.System Diagram (Availability differs from are

General Information57Additional InformationBattery PacksWhen you need extra battery packs, select one of the following models: NB-2L, NB-2LH, BP-2L12

58General Information Shoulder StrapYou can attach a shoulder strap for more security and portability.Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust

General Information59Additional InformationMD120/MD111/MD110/MD101SpecificationsSystemVideo Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV syst

6 Thank you for purchasing the Canon MD120/MD111/MD110/MD101. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future

60General Information CA-590E Compact Power AdapterBP-2L5 Battery PackWeight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to

General Information61Additional Information6-second auto date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28AAbroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . 55Audio

62General Information Selecting the on-screen displays . . . . . 37Self timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Serial number . . .

CANON INC.Canon Europa N.V.P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the NetherlandsCanon UK Ltd.CCI Service Centre, Unit 130Centennial Park, Borehamwood, He

7IntroductionThe functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode. You can display the joystick guide to remind you of the jo

8Getting to Know the Camcorder Getting to Know the CamcorderSupplied AccessoriesCA-590E Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord)BP-2L5 Battery Pack Li

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