Canon MV5 User Manual

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10EMasteringthe BasicsAE SHIFT button (p. 73)/ SLIDE SHOW button (p. 124)FOCUS button (p. 76)/DATA CODE button (p. 80)PEasy Recording P

100EEditingMV5i/MV5i MCOUTPUTAUDIOLRYou can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape from audioproducts (AUDIO IN) or with the internal

101EEditingAUDIO DUB.••AUDIO IN VCR SET UP( 39)REWPLAYFFREMOTE SETSEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.STOPAVINSERTPAUSESLOW+ /– /×2Do not connect/di

102EEditing5. Press the AUDIO DUB. button.• AUDIO DUB. and appear on the display.6. Press the PAUSE button (and start play on the other audiodevice i

103EEditingSetting the Audio MixAUDIOMONITORMIXBALANCEST-1ST-2When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set theaudio output

104EEditingWhen you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels,you can change the output channels of that sound.1. Load a tap

105EEditingBy using a DV cable and connecting the camcorder to a PC equipped with a DVterminal conforming to IEEE 1394/DV compatible capture board, yo

106EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCThe camcorder can record, store and manage still images/movies on 2 types ofmemory cards: the SD Memory Card (supplied w

Inserting and removing the memory card1. Turn the POWER switch to OFF.• When removing the memory card, make sure the card access indicator is off.2. O

108EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCTo change the image quality, open the menu and select CARD SET UP. Thenselect SI QUALITY, set it to FINE or STANDARD, a

Maximum Number of Still Images on an 8 MB Memory Card and Their FileSizesMaximum Recording Time of Movies on an 8 MB Memory Card and Their FileSizes *

11EMasteringthe Basics SETREWPLAYFFSTART/STOPPHOTOSELFTIMERMENUTVSCREENDATACODE– CARD +AUDIOMONITORRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTSLIDESHOWZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB

110EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCFILE NOS.•••CONTINUOUSCARD SET UP( 39)To change the file numbering, open the menu and select CARD SETUP. Then select FIL

111EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCTurning off the shutter soundMakes the sound of a shutter being released when a still image is recorded to amemory card.

112EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCRecording Still Images onto a Memory Card1243You can record still images onto a memory card. In addition to the still im

113EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC4. Press the PHOTO button fully down to record the still image.•Fdisappears from the display. The shutter sound sounds a

114EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCRecording Still Images from a Tape321 Record an image from a tape onto a memory card as still images. Toautomatically re

115EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCRecording Still Images from Other Devices (VCR, TV or Other Digital Camcorders)1. Connect the camcorder to the other dev

116EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC1. Start playback on the other device.2. When the image you want to record appears in the display, pressthe PHOTO button

117EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCRecording Movies onto a Memory CardYou can record movies onto a memory card. Transferring the movie to a PCallows you t

118EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCRecording Movies from a TapeYou can record a movie from a tape to a memory card. • The data code of the movie will refl

119EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCRecording Movies from Other Devices (VCR, TV or Other Digital Camcorders)You can record images from a VCR or TV connecte

12EMasteringthe BasicsPowering Your CamcorderBefore operating your camcorder, you will need to use the power adapter to:Provide power from a househol

120EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCRecording Panoramic Images (Stitch Assist)You can merge separate images into one large panoramic scene using the supplie

121EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCNotes:• The overlapped area should be set between 30 to 50% of the frame.Discrepancies above and below the frame can be

122EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCPlaying Back a Memory CardCARD SLIDESHOWPlay back and view still images/movies recorded on a memory card. (For details

123EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC● Single Image1. Turn the POWER switch to PLAY (VCR). 2. Move the TAPE/CARD switch to CARD.• The last still image/movie

124EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC● Slide ShowWith an still image/movie in the display, press the SLIDE SHOWbutton.• Still images are automatically played

125EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCYou can easily erase unwanted still images/movies recorded to the memory cardwhile viewing them, protect them from accid

126EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC●Erasing still images/moviesErase still images/movies singly or all at once.• You cannot erase protected still images/mo

127EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC1. With a still image/movie in the display, press the SET button toopen the FILE OPER. menu. • PROTECT , PRINT MARK ,

128EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCPreventing Accidental Erasure (Protect)CARD SLIDESHOWThis section describes how to protect the still image/movie from

129EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCMarking a Still Image for Printing (Print Mark)This section describes how to mark the still image for printing from Card

13EMasteringthe BasicsSpecificationsPower supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 0.32ARated output 7.4 V DC, 2.0 A Operating temperature range 0°C - 40°C (32°F

130EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCPRINT MARKS ALL ERASECARD OPER.( 39)Erasing all print marksMake sure a memory card that has a still image recorded on i

131EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCThis section describes how to erase the still image/movie from the Card Operationsubmenu when playing back a single stil

132EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC5. Select YES and press the SET button.• The still image/movie erases and the previous still image/movie appears foreras

133EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCUsing the Card Photo Printer CP-10 (Optional)You can print out still images recorded to the memory card by connecting th

134EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC2. Press the SET button.• The print dialog appears.3. Make sure that [Print] is selected and press the SET button.• Prin

135EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCSelecting the number of copiesYou can set the number of copies to a maximum of 9 prints.1. Turn the selector dial so tha

136EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC2. Press the SET button.• The dialog for selecting the image style appears.3. Turn the selector dial, select [Multiple]

137EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC4. Select [Borderless] and press the SET button.5. Press the Menu button.Setting the Printing Area[Printing Area] cannot

138EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCCancel PrintingPress the SET button while the [Now printing] dialog is displayed. A confirmationdialog displays. Make su

139EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC3. If you wish to print without changing the style settings, make sure[OK] is selected and press the SET button.• Print

14EMasteringthe BasicsCharging the battery packYour battery pack has been partially charged before it left the factory. It shouldhave enough power fo

140EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCCombining Images and Recording Them to a Cassette (Card Mix)Enhance the appearance of your recordings by combining still

141EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCMIX LEVEL••• CARD MIX–+MIX TYPE••••CARD CHROMA( 39)Make sure a memory card that has images recorded on it and a cassett

142EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC4. Select MIX TYPE.• CARD CHROMA, CARD LUMI., CAM. CHROMA settings appear. 5. Select the desired setting.• Your currentl

143EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCCopying Still Images from Tape to Memory CardCopies multiple still images from a tape to the memory card, using the Phot

144EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCCopying Still Images from Memory Card to TapeMake sure a memory card that has images recorded on it and a cassette that

145EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCFormatting a Memory CardFormat new memory cards, if you get the message CARD ERROR, or topermanently and quickly erase a

146EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCUtilizing Memory Card Still Images/Movies on a PCYou can download still images/movies from a memory card to a PC connect

147EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCOther Information and PrecautionsThe camcorder formats memory cards in DCF (Design rule for Camera Filesystem).Still ima

148EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MC• Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields.• Do not disassemble memory cards.• Do not bend or

149EUsing a Memory CardMV5i MCCard luminance keySD Memory Card SDC-8M SpecificationsCapacity 8 MBInterface SD Memory Card standardOperating temperatur

15EMasteringthe BasicsSpecificationsPower supply 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60Hz,0.17A (100V) – 0.10A (240V)Rated output 8.4V DC, 0.5A Operating temperature r

150EAdditionalInformationPreparing the Camcorder• Set the camcorder to TAPE CAMERAmode. Adjust the viewfinder focusinglever to suit your eyesight.• To

151EAdditionalInformationNotes on Using the BatteriesCharging and recording times• These times vary — the safest policy is always to have 2 or 3 times

152EAdditionalInformationTaking care of the battery packAlways attach the terminal cover.• Do not allow any metal objects totouch the terminals, as th

153EAdditionalInformationDANGER!Treat the battery pack with care.• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).• Do not expose the battery pack to te

154EAdditionalInformationMaintenanceAvoid high temperatures and high humidity.• Do not leave the camcorder inside a car in hot weather, for example.•

155EAdditionalInformationLCD• Clean the LCD screen using a commercially available cleaning cloth for glasses.• Where there is a big change in temperat

156EAdditionalInformationPower sources• You can use the compact power adapter and battery charger to operate yourcamcorder and charge battery packs in

157EAdditionalInformationCondensationCondensation may form on the camcorder when it is moved from a cold place to awarm place. Using the camcorder whi

158EAdditionalInformationTroubleshootingRefer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder.Possible explanations are given for

159EAdditionalInformationProblem? Some/all of the digital effects don’twork.? The e (play) button doesn’t work.? There’s a bright stripe on thescreen.

16EMasteringthe BasicsLoading a Cassette1. Make sure that you have attached a power source.2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch to release the cassettec

160EAdditionalInformation• AV/PHONES is not set to AV in themenu.•AV \ DV OUT (Analog-digitalconverter) is not set to OFF in themenu.• The video heads

161EAdditionalInformationMiscellaneousCause and/or what to do about it• The remote sensor mode is set toOFFB in the menu ( 49).• The remote sensor mod

162EAdditionalInformationThe MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)TVWL-D77Wireless ControllerMiniDVVideo CassetteCA

163EAdditionalInformationOptional AccessoriesBattery PacksThe Battery Pack BP-2L12 can also beused with the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC.WD-28 Wide-converterThis

164EAdditionalInformationThis mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When youuse Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brandaccessories

165EAdditionalInformationScreen DisplaysTo display the date and time, press theDATA CODE button. See also p. 80.Press the wireless controller’s TVSCRE

166EAdditionalInformationShows how muchbattery power remains( 151).The battery pack isexhausted ( 151).No cassette is loaded,or it is set for erasurep

167EAdditionalInformation1/25016bitM0:00:00TWTWCAM.MENU SEL.S MENU CARD MIX CAM.SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM RETURN Zoo

168EAdditionalInformationDV INAudio input andMicrophone input ( 100)Audio inputMicrophone inputDV input ( 86, 115) Analog-digitalconverter ( 92)Conden

169EAdditionalInformationCurrent stillimage/Total number ofstill images on thememory card ( 122)Protect mark ( 125)Card mix ( 140)Print mark ( 125)Dat

17EMasteringthe BasicsProtecting tapes from accidental erasureTo protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette sothat

170EAdditionalInformationRecording reminderWhen you start recording, thecamcorder counts from 0 sec to 10 sec.Shots which are shorter than tenseconds

171EAdditionalInformationAppears as a warningto protect the tape andalso whencondensation isdetected. Remove thetape as soon aspossible after thecamco

172EAdditionalInformationAppears immediatelyafter you startrecording, and thevideo heads are badlycontaminated. Makesure to clean thevideo heads whent

173EAdditionalInformationSpecificationsMV5/MV5i/MV5i MCPower Supply (rated): 7.4 V DCPower Consumption (while recordingwith the AF turned on):3.4 W (U

174EAdditionalInformationEstimated SD Memory Card SDC-8Mcapacities (approx.):1024 × 768: Superfine 14 images/Fine 20images/Standard 39 images640 × 480

175EAdditionalInformationIndex16:9, 21ÅAbroad, Using the Camcorder, 156Accessories, 7, 163AE Programs, 57AE Shift, 73Analog line-in**, 90Analog-digita

176EAdditionalInformationØOptional Accessories, 163∏Pause, Record, 18PC Connection, 105, 146 Photo Search, 83Playback Connection, 32Playback Pause, 29

177EAdditionalInformationÛZero Set Memory, 84Zooming, 23* MV5i MC only** MV5i/MV5i MC only#6_ MV5/MV5i/MV5i MC_E(150-180) 02.4.17 7:20 PM Page 177

178EAdditionalInformationMenu at a GlanceUse the list below to quickly navigate the camcorder’s menu. Functions are listedalphabetically.FunctionFirst

179EAdditionalInformationFunctionFirst make sure the camera is set to...Then select it from this submenu and set.LCD Mirror modeMix levelMix typeOutpu

18EMasteringthe BasicsRecording Movies onto a TapeHave you completed the following steps?• Attaching a power source ( 12).• Removing the lens cap ( 15

180EAdditionalInformationFunctionFirst make sure the camera is set to...Then select it from this submenu and set.Time zone/DSTTV screenWhite balanceWi

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19EMasteringthe Basics2. Load a cassette ( 16).3. Slide the program selector to [.• This selects the camcorder’s Easy Recording program. It allows you

2EIntroductionImportant Usage InstructionsCAUTION:CUSTOMERS IN THE U.K. SHOULD READ THIS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.CHANGING THE FUSETHE MAINS LEAD ON

20EMasteringthe BasicsChanging the Recording ModeYou can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends thetape usage by 1.5 times.

21EMasteringthe Basics16:9 (Wide screen TV recording)Produces images in the 16:9 format forplayback on wide screen TVs.To switch 16:9 to ON, open the

22EMasteringthe BasicsThe camcorder’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in theillustrations. Beeps sound upon certain camcorder op

23EMasteringthe Basics40×/200× digital zoom ( card 30×)MV5i MCMagnifies the camcorder’s zoom range by up to 20× in TAPE CAMERA mode.The zoom control c

24EMasteringthe BasicsNotes:• When zooming, as a rule, keep at least 1 m (3 ft 33/8 in) between you and yoursubject. However when the zoom is at the w

25EMasteringthe BasicsUsing the LCD ScreenSlide the LCD panel OPEN button andopen the panel by pulling it away fromthe camcorder. This automaticallysw

26EMasteringthe BasicsAdjusting the LCD screenYou can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. BRIGHTNESS••DISP.SET UP–+( 39)Open the menu and select

27EMasteringthe Basics REC REC PAUSE EJECTThe indicators that appear in the LCD display when LCD MIRRORis turned on:Allowing the subject to moni

28EMasteringthe BasicsPlaying Back a TapeYou can use the LCD screen for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camcorder alsoplays back the sound track vi

29EMasteringthe BasicsPlayback pausePress the aa(pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or pressthe e (play) button. The camcorder

3EIntroductionOperating Steps and Reference GuideMV5i MCDigital Video Camcorder MV5i MC Instruction ManualMastering the BasicsUsing the Full Range of

30EMasteringthe BasicsReverse PlaybackTo play back in reverse at normal speed, press the –/4a button during normalforward playback. Press the PLAY e b

31EMasteringthe BasicsAdjust the speaker volume by turning the selector dial.• Turn the selector dial up to increase the volume, and down to lower the

32EMasteringthe BasicsConnections for Playback on a TV ScreenYou can connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR in order to play back yourrecordings. You wi

33EMasteringthe BasicsIf your TV (or VCR) has a SCART terminal (without S (S1)-video)AUDIO(L/ MONO)AUDIO(R)VIDEO• Connect the PC-A10 SCART adapter to

34EMasteringthe Basics• Use the S-150 S-video Cable to connect the S-video terminals. Use the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable to connect the AUDIO termina

35EMasteringthe BasicsIf your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals• Connect the camcorder using the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable. Connect thewhi

36EMasteringthe BasicsTips for Making Better VideosCompositionThe most important element in the scene does not have tobe in the centre. For a more int

37EMasteringthe BasicsPicture angleCamcorder movesClose-upInstead of zooming while recording, tryto choose your picture angle before youbegin. A good

38EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching and Reviewing While RecordingWhen the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can use record review to pla

39EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the MenusMany of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus whichappear in the display.There

4EIntroductionImportant Usage Instructions ...2Operating Steps and Reference Guide ...3Thank you for Choosing a Canon ...

40EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTVSCREENSETMENU2, 113-101. Turn the POWER switch ( : and the TAPE/CARD switch) tothe desired settings.2. Press the

41EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesCAM.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE SHUTTER•••••AUTO D.ZOOM••••••40× IMAGE S. ••ON 16:9••••••••OFF W

42EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDISP.SET UP SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE BRIGHTNESS•• LCD MIRROR••ON TV SCREEN•••ON D/T DISPLAY•OFF CARD AC

43EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesPLAY MENU, cont.q VCR set up submenuq Recording mode... 20w Output channel... 104

44EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesC.CAM MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE STITCH AST CAM.SET UP CARD SET UP VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM R

45EUsing the Full Range of Features2 C. PLAY MENU CARD PLAY (VCR)MV5i MCe VCR set up submenu!2 AV or headphones... 32r Display set up su

46EUsing the Full Range of Featuresq-1 Card operations submenu (when playing back a single image)qCopy from card to tape... 144w Erase all print

47EUsing the Full Range of Featuresr System submenu!7 Wireless controller... 49!8 Tally Lamp... 19!9 Beep ...

48EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Wireless ControllerThe supplied wireless controller canoperate the camcorder from a distanceof up to 5 m

49EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTo prevent interference from otherCanon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are 2 remote sensormodes and

5EIntroduction: Reference page numbers: Functions that can be operated from the body of the camcorder: Functions that can be operated from the wireles

50EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesIf your wireless controller isn’t working:Make sure the camcorder and the wireless controller are both set to the s

51EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the Date and TimeThe date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose todisplay or hide

52EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTime zoneLONDONPARISCAIROMOSCOWDUBAIKARACHIDACCABANGKOKH. KONG (Hong Kong)TOKYOSYDNEYSOLOMONWELLGTN (Wellington)SAM

53EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Open the menu and select SYSTEM.2. Select D/TIME SET and the press the SET button.• The year display starts to f

54EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesRecording Still Images onto a TapeYou can record still images like photographs. The camcorder records the picturean

55EUsing the Full Range of Features• If the subject is unsuitable for autofocus ( 159), the camcorder may notbe able to focus, and Fmay continue to fl

56EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTurning the Image Stabilizer OffWith most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeableduring te

57EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Various Recording ProgramsThe camcorder provides you with a choice of 8 recording programs. They usediffe

58EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode.2. Press the SET button to display the program menu.3. Turn th

59EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesThe simplest way to use the camcorder is withthe program selector set to the [ position. Thecamcorder will take car

6EIntroductionSwitch Positions by Operating ModesOperating Mode POWER switch TAPE/CARD switchCAMERA CAMERA TAPEPLAY (VCR) PLAY (VCR) TAPECARD CAMERA C

60EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUse this program in places where thebackground is so bright that the subject appearsunderexposed in the display — a

61EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing Digital EffectsUse the camcorder’s digital effects for more interesting productions.Faders: Start or end scen

62EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesFade Trigger (FADE-T)Wipe (WIPE)Corner Wipe (CORNER)The image begins as a thin verticalline in the centre of the sc

63EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesPuzzle (PUZZLE)Zigzag (ZIGZAG)The image appears in 16 pieces. The pieces move around until the puzzle is solved.Th

64EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesEffectsBlack and White (BLK & WHT)The image becomesblack and white.Art (ART)The imagebecomes like apaint(solari

65EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDigital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camcorder orthe wireless controller. SETD.EFFECTS O

66EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesOperating effectsSound records/plays back normally.* Make sure the program selector is set to Q.1. Press the D.EFFE

67EUsing the Full Range of Features4 images 9 images 16 imagesDivides your display image into 4, 9 or 16 smaller images with the Image Capturefeature.

68EUsing the Full Range of Features7. Select the desired setting.• You return to the digital effects menu.8. Press the D.EFFECTS SELECT button to clos

69EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAudio RecordingTo switch to the 16-bit mode, open the menu and select VCR SET UP.Then select AUDIO MODE, set it to

7EIntroductionThank you for Choosing a CanonYour camcorder is supplied with thefollowing accessories:WL-D74 WL-D77 Wireless ControllerTwo AA batteries

70EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTo turn it on, open the menu and select VCR SET UP. Then selectWIND SCREEN, set it to ON and close the menu.•WSO is

71EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the Self-Timer1. Open the menu, select VCR SET UP and set the SELF-TIMER toON or press the SELF TIMER butto

72EUsing the Full Range of Features• The camcorder takes the still image for approximately 6 seconds. • If you’re in TAPE CAMERA mode, the camcorder r

73EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting AE Shift21,3By controlling the level of the automatic exposure (AE) function, you can lightenor darken th

74EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode.2. Press the SET button and choose AUTO from the progr

75EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesGuidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds• When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, do not s

76EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting Focus ManuallyThe camcorder focuses automatically. All you have to do is point and the subjectin the cen

77EUsing the Full Range of Features1. Make sure the camcorder is set to the Q (program AE) mode.2. Open the menu and select CAM.SET UP.3. Select WHITE

78EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the white balance manually will probably work betterthan auto white balance when shooting:Subjects with one

79EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesYou can enlarge the image by 2 times during TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode (: and CARD PLAY (VCR) mode). You can also move t

8EIntroductionIntroducing the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MCYou can record still imageslike photographs only bypressing the photo button.Still Images10× Optical Zoo

80EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDuring TAPE PLAY (VCR) mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden whilethe camcorder is in play, slow or still

81EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesYou can also choose to display camcorder data (shutter speed and exposuresettings) in the data code.DATA CODE•••DAT

82EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSix-second auto dateThe 6-second auto date appears for 6 seconds to mark the changeover of a day ifthe tape was bei

83EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)This allows you to move quickly through still images recorded anywhere

84EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesReturning to a Pre-Marked PositionUse the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return tof

85EEditing1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR.• See “Connections for Playback on a TV Screen” on p. 32.2. Prepare the TV and VCR.• Turn on the TV and

86EEditingMV 5Dubbing to/from a Tape with Digital Video EquipmentDigital video equipment fitted with the DV terminal allows you to edit, copyand trans

87EEditingMV5i / MV5i MCREWPLAYFFRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.STOPAVINSERTPAUSESLOW+ /– /×2The MV5i and MV5i MC are equipped with the DV

88EEditing1. Find a point on your recorded tape slightly before the sectionyou want to copy and set it to playback pause mode.2. Press the REC PAUSE

89EEditingConcerning copyrightingCopyright precautionCertain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as sometelevision programmes

9EMasteringthe BasicsFinding Your Way Around the MV5/MV5i/MV5i MCSpeaker (p. 31)LCD screen (p. 25)BATT. (battery) RELEASE button (p. 15)Memory card co

90EEditingOUTPUTVIDEO S(S1)-VIDEOAUDIOLRREWPLAYRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.STOPAVINSERTPAUSESLOW– /1. Connect the camcorder to the VCR.

91EEditing1. Find a point on your recorded tape slightly before the section youwant to copy and set it to playback pause mode.2. Press the REC PAUSE b

92EEditingConnecting the camcorder to your VCR or 8 mm video camera allows conversionof recorded analog video and audio signals to digital signals in

93EEditingTurning the analog-digital converter onAV DV OUT•••OFFVCR.SET UP( 39)To turn the analog-digital converter on, open the menu and selectVCR S

94EEditingRecording Over Existing Scenes (AV Insert Editing)MV5i/MV5i MCYou can insert new scenes from your VCR or another camcorder onto your pre-rec

95EEditingPreparationsThe tape in the MV5i/MV5i MC:When using the MV5i/MV5i MC’s AV insert function, only record to tapesrecorded in SP mode. If there

96EEditing1. On the VCR, locate a point 3 seconds before the scene to beinserted. Set the VCR to playback pause mode.2. On the camcorder, press PLAY

97EEditingAudio DubbingMV 5You can add sound to the original sound on a pre-recorded tape with theinternal or an external microphone. The original so

98EEditingDo not connect/disconnect any cables to/from the camcorder when dubbingaudio or preparing to dub audio.1. Locate the point where you want to

99EEditingNotes:• You cannot use the DV terminal while adding sound.• You might want to adjust the audio mix ( 103) when playing back a tapewith added