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Digital Video Camcorder
Instruction Manual
English
Introduction
Basic
Functions
Advanced
Functions
Editing
Additional
Information
PAL
Mini
Digital
Video
Cassette
IntroductionImportant Usage Instructions
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK) NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE
ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
ONLY.
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.
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Using this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon MV920/MV901/MV900/MV890. Please read this
manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should
your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table (
Change the display language before you begin (
Symbols and References Used in This Manual
Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder.
[ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.
“Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
Please note that the illustrations mainly refer to the
: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
: Reference page number.
: Option or feature that applies or is available only with this model.
76).
59).
.
Operating modes (see below)
Menu item shown at its default
position
Buttons and switches to be operated
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you
have replaced the backup battery.
Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time
DATEDATE/TIM/TIME SET
MENU
(
33)
1. Press the FUNC. button to open the FUNC. menu.
The FUNC. menu will open. Continue the procedure with the
multi selector to open the setup menus.
E SETUPUP
T.ZOT.ZONE/DNE/DST PST PARISARIS
) the
icon and
2. With the multi selector select (
).
) the [DATE/TIME SETUP] menu and
). Then, select (
) the [T.ZONE/DST]
press (
3. Select (
press (
option and press (
The time one setting appears (see table on the ne t page) The defa lt setting is
).
About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorder’s operations and to select
and change setting options in menus.
Push the joystick up, down, left or right (
item or change settings.
Press the joystick itself (
action.
,
) to select an
) to save the settings or confirm an
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 functions in each operating mode.
Recording:
Playback:
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About the Operating Modes
The operating modes are determined by the position of the
Operating
Modes
Icon
Display
Operation
switch.
Switch
CAMERA
PLAY
Recording movies on a
tape
Playing movies from a
tape
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: Function can be used in this mode.
: Function cannot be used in this mode.
Trademark Acknowledgments
•
• Windows® is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
is a trademark.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the United
States and/or other countries.
States and other countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks
of their respective companies.
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Table of contents
Introduction
Basic Functions
Preparations
Using this Manual............................................................................................3
Checking the Supplied Accessories ................................................................7
Components Guide..........................................................................................8
Preparing the Power Supply..........................................................................10
Loading/Unloading a Cassette ......................................................................13
Preparing the Camcorder ..............................................................................14
Adjusting the LCD Screen .............................................................................15
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time..........................................................16
Recording Movies on a Tape.........................................................................18
Zooming.........................................................................................................22
Tips for Making Better Videos........................................................................25
Playing Back a Tape......................................................................................26
Adjusting the Volume.....................................................................................28
Playing Back on a TV Screen........................................................................29
Recording
Playback
Advanced Functions
Recording
Menus and Settings.......................................................................................33
Using the Recording Programs .....................................................................36
Adjusting the Exposure Manually ..................................................................40
Adjusting the Focus Manually........................................................................41
Setting the White Balance .............................................................................43
Selecting an Image Effect..............................................................................44
Setting the Shutter Speed..............................................................................45
Using the Self-Timer......................................................................................47
Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) ........................................................48
Audio Recording............................................................................................49
Using Digital Effects.......................................................................................51
Widescreen TV Recording (16:9) ..................................................................54
Playback
Magnifying the Image ....................................................................................55
Displaying the Data Code..............................................................................56
End Search....................................................................................................57
Playing Back a Tape with Added Sound........................................................58
Changing the Display Language ...................................................................59
Other Camcorder Settings.............................................................................60
Other Functions
Editing
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device .................................................63
Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing).......................65
Transferring Video Recordings to a Computer ..............................................67
Additional Information
Screen Displays.............................................................................................68
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List of Messages............................................................................................70
Maintenance/Others ......................................................................................71
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................76
System Diagram............................................................................................79
Optional Accessories.....................................................................................80
Specifications.................................................................................................82
Index..............................................................................................................84
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Checking the Supplied Accessories
CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter
(incl. power cord)
BP-2L5 Battery Pack
Lithium Button Battery
CR1616
SS-900 Shoulder
Strap**
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STV-250N Stereo
Video Cable
PC-A10 SCART
Adapter*
* Europe only.
** Not included with the
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Components Guide
MV920/MV901/MV900/MV890
Left side view
Right side view
open,
closed)
Lens cover switch (
(
LCD BACKLIGHT button (
Speaker (
CHARGE indicator (
Terminal cover
28)
18)
10)
switch (
14)
Grip belt (
4)
15)
50)
29)
AV terminal (
MIC (microphone) terminal (
DV terminal (
Zoom lever (
Program selector (
63, 65)
22)
36)
Easy recording
Recording programs
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