Canon MV300 Instruction Manual

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This instruction book explains the use of the MV300 and MV300i

camcorders. The main difference between these models is that the MV300i

includes a DV Recording function. The MV300i is only available in some

areas. Please note that illustrations and explanations in this instruction book

refer mainly to the MV300 model.

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Page 1: Instruction Manual
Mini Digital Video Cassette This instruction book explains the use of the MV300 and MV300i Printed on 70% reused paper. camcorders. The main difference between these models is that the MV300i Document réalisé avec du papier recyclé à 70%. includes a DV Recording function. The MV300i is only available in some El papel aqui utilizado es 70% reciclado.
Page 2: Important Usage Instructions
Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF 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.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
~ For Playback ...~ Introduction Displaying Date, Time and Camera Data Important Usage Instructions ....2 (Data Code) ........68 Thank you for Choosing a Canon ..4 Searching the Tape (Photo Search/ Date Search) ........71 Quick Overview Returning to a Pre-Marked Position ..72 Introducing the MV300/MV300i ..5...
Page 4: Thank You For Choosing A Canon
Thank you for Choosing a Canon First, we’d like to thank you for Your camcorder is supplied with the purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its following accessories: advanced technology makes it very WL-D74 Wireless Two AA batteries easy to use — you will soon be making...
Page 5: Introducing The Mv300/Mv300I
Stabilizes your recordings even in long Internal charging telephoto shots. The MV300/MV300i can charge a battery pack itself, smoothing the transition between charging and 10× Lens and 40×/ 200× shooting, and allowing for a smaller, lighter AC power adapter.
Page 6: Finding Your Way Around The Mv300/Mv300I
Finding Your Way Around the MV300/MV300i REC SEARCH + button (p. 47)/ Record review button (p. 47)/ REC (record) SEARCH – button (fast forward) button (p. 26) (p. 47)/ (rewind) button (p. 26) FOCUS button (p. 65)/ (play/pause) button (p. 26) Program selector (p.
Page 7 Viewfinder (p. 85, 91) Speaker (p. 25) Strap attachment bar (p. 86) POWER indicator (p. 17) Start/Stop button (p. 18) Grip belt (p. 85) POWER Switch (p. 17) MV300 CA ME RA • O F F • P LAY •...
Page 8 Terminal cover Remote sensor (P. 38) Stereo microphone (p. 80) Terminal cover S-video OUT terminal (p. 30) MIC terminal (p. 58) DV OUT terminal (p. 74) H (phones) terminal (p. 25) MV300i: DV IN/OUT terminal (p. 75) A/V (audio/video) OUT terminal (p.
Page 9: Attaching The Ferrite Cores
Attaching the Ferrite Cores Attach the enclosed ferrite cores before you connect the CA-560 Compact Power Adapter and STV-250 Stereo Video Cable to the camera. Attach the ferrite core to the cable about 4 cm from the plug end (the plug to be connected to the camcorder) of the CA-560 Compact Power Adapter CA-560 Compact Power Adapter and...
Page 10: Powering Your Camcorder
Powering Your Camcorder Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: Provide power from a mains outlet Charge a battery pack • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camera. •...
Page 11 Attaching and charging the battery packs 9.5V CHARGE Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camera is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camera for more than a few minutes.
Page 12 5. When charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter from the camera. Unplug the power cable from the mains outlet, then disconnect it from the adapter. 6. Remove the battery pack after use. • Rotate the viewfinder upwards. • Press and hold the BATT. RELEASE button while you slide the battery up. •...
Page 13 Using the Charge Adapter CR-560 Kit (optional) The Compact Power Adapter CA-560 included with the camera can be used along with the CR-560 Kit for 3 different ways to power the camera or charge battery packs: 1. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs with power from your car battery. 2.
Page 14 2. Operate the camera with power from your car battery. Camera + DC Cable + Charge Adapter + Car Battery Cable → car’s cigarette lighter To car’s cigarette lighter 3. Charge the BP-500 Series battery packs from a household mains outlet.
Page 15: Loading A Cassette
Loading a Cassette OPEN/EJECT OPEN/EJECT Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.* Loading and unloading 1. Make sure that you have attached a power source. 2. Slide the OPEN / EJECT 5 switch to release the cassette compartment cover. •...
Page 16: Cassette Memory
Protecting tapes from accidental erasure SAVE SAVE To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole. (This switch position is usually labelled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load this cassette and put the camera in record pause mode ( 17), “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION”...
Page 17: Basic Recording
Basic Recording 4, 5 Before you start recording Have you completed the following steps? • Attached a power source ( 10). • Removed the lens cap ( 85) and fastened the shoulder strap ( 86). • Chosen the display: viewfinder ( 85) or LCD screen ( •...
Page 18 • Disconnect the power source. • To check that the camera is recording correctly, make a test recording first. • Before making important recordings, clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette.
Page 19 Changing the recording mode (SP/LP) You can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play) modes. LP extends tape usage by 1.5 times. To switch to LP mode, select REC MODE from the camera (or VCR (MV300i)) menu, select LP and then close the menu (for instructions on how to use the menus, see p.
Page 20: Beep
Confirmation/Warning beeps The camera’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in the illustrations. Beeps sound upon certain camera operations such as when you turn the camera on, during the self-timer countdown, right before the camera’s automatic shut-off, and also upon any unusual condition of the camera. Beeps are not recorded on the tape.
Page 21: Zooming
Zooming Zoom in Zoom out 10× optical zoom The camera’s 10× zoom lens allows you to choose the best picture angle for each scene: • Move the zoom control towards W to zoom out to wide-angle. • Move it towards T to zoom in to telephoto. You can also control the speed of zooming: •...
Page 22: Using The Lcd Screen
Using the LCD Screen Open the LCD screen Push the LCD panel OPEN button and open the panel by pulling it away from the camera. This automatically switches the LCD screen on and the viewfinder off. When you close the LCD panel, the LCD screen automatically switches off and the viewfinder switches back on.
Page 23: Brightness
• Be careful not to leave the LCD, viewfinder or lens exposed to direct sunlight outdoors or in a window. Doing so could cause damage. • Bright light falling on the LCD screen may cause glare that makes it difficult for you to view the image.
Page 24 Allowing the subject to monitor recording When you turn the LCD panel so that it faces the same direction as the lens, you can watch yourself during recording or let your subject monitor recording. The viewfinder is also activated when the panel is in this position.
Page 25 Built-in speaker and headphone terminal The camcorder has a built-in speaker and a headphone terminal so you can review the sound track alongside the picture during playback. The built-in speaker is monaural; use headphones for stereo sound. Adjust the speaker and headphone volume by turning the selector dial. •...
Page 26: Playing Back A Cassette
• To wind the tape backwards, stop playback and press the (rewind) button. • If the playback picture is rough (mosaic-like noise), clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette.
Page 27 Other playback modes Playback pause Press the (pause) button. To resume normal playback, press it again, or press (play) button. The camera automatically goes into stop mode after about five minutes’ playback pause. Fast forward playback To play back the recording at about 11.5 times normal speed, press and hold the (fast forward) button during normal playback or press and hold the (fast forward) button during normal fast forward.
Page 28 Special playback These can only be operated from the wireless controller ( 38). Frame Advance PLAY To play back frame by frame, press the STOP – / +/ ae button repeatedly during playback × 2 PAUSE SLOW pause. Press and hold to play back continuous frame advance.
Page 29: Connections For Playback On A Tv Screen
Connections for Playback on a TV Screen You can connect the camera to a TV or VCR in order to play back your recordings. You will need to attach a power source to the camera ( 10). Power off all devices before starting the connections. See your TV or VCR instruction manual for further details.
Page 30 If your TV (or VCR) has an S (S1) -video input terminal For higher picture quality, we recommend playing back recordings on a TV with an S (S1) terminal. INPUT S(S1)-VIDEO S-150 S-video Cable VIDEO AUDIO STV-250 Stereo Video Cable •...
Page 31 If your TV (or VCR) has audio/video input terminals INPUT VIDEO AUDIO STV-250 Stereo Video Cable • Connect the camera using the STV-250 Stereo Video Cable. Connect the white plug to the white audio terminal L (left). Connect the red plug to the red audio terminal R (right).
Page 32: Tips For Making Better Videos
Tips for Making Better Videos Holding the camera For maximum stability, grip the camera in your right hand and keep your right elbow pressed against your body. If necessary support the camera with your left hand. With practice, you will be able to operate the controls by touch, without taking your eye off the action.
Page 33 Picture angle Instead of zooming while recording, try Long shot to choose your picture angle before you begin. A good way to tell a story with video is to begin with a long shot that establishes the situation, and then move Medium shot in with medium shots and close-ups to show the details.
Page 34: Turning The Image Stabilizer Off
Turning the Image Stabilizer Off MENU With most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable during telephoto recording. However, the MV300/MV300i’s image stabilizer allows you to obtain steady recordings even at high magnification. IMAGE S. •ON 1. To turn the image stabilizer off, open the camera menu and point the arrow at IMAGE S.
Page 35: Selecting From The Menus
Selecting from the Menus Many of the camera’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display. Availability of items in the menus depends on the mode the camera is set to. Unavailable items appear in purple. There are two main menus: 1.
Page 36: Tv Screen
PLAY (MV300i: VCR) menu q Wireless controller....MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE w Record mode WL.REMOTE••• REC MODE••••SP (MV300i only)...... DATA CODE•••DATE/TIME D/TIME SEL.•DATE & TIME e Data code ......– BRIGHTNESS•• DISPLAYS••••ON r Date/time select ....6SEC.DATE•••OFF OUTPUT CH•••L/R t Brightness ......y Displays ......
Page 37 • You can only see eight options on the screen at one time. Pointers at the top/bottom of the screen indicate that there are more options that you can scroll through. • You may often find it convenient to use the wireless controller to move around the menus.
Page 38: Using The Wireless Controller
Using the Wireless Controller The supplied wireless controller can operate the camera from a distance of up to 5 m (16 feet). Point it at the camera’s remote sensor while you press the buttons. There are seven functions that cannot be operated without the wireless controller: •...
Page 39 Setting the remote sensor mode To prevent interference from other ZOOM Canon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are two remote sensor modes and an off setting. The wireless controller and the camera have to be set to the same mode in order to be REMOTE SET compatible.
Page 40 If your wireless controller isn’t working: Make sure the camera and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode. Check the mode the camera is set to by pushing any button other than the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller. The camera’s mode appears in purple for about four seconds.
Page 41: Setting The Date And Time
Setting the Date and Time MENU The date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose to display or hide it during playback ( 68). Set the date and time display when you first start using your camera. Install the backup battery before you begin ( 89).
Page 42 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 10 11 12 13 Time zone Time zone LONDON WELLGTN (Wellington) SAMOA PARIS CAIRO HONOLU (Honolulu) MOSCOW ANCHOR (Anchorage) DUBAI L.A. (Los Angeles) KARACHI DENVER CHICAGO DACCA BANGKOK N.Y.
Page 43 Setting the clock After you set the date and time, the date/time and home time zone will be displayed for about four seconds each time you turn the power on. D/TIME SET•• 1.JAN.2000 12:00 AM 1. Set the camera to record pause mode. 2.
Page 44: Taking Still Pictures
Taking Still Pictures You can record still pictures like a photograph. The camera records the picture and sound to tape for approximately 6 seconds. The exposure is automatically adjusted. Take still photos that you can record onto a floppy disk with the optional Floppy Disk Still Image Recorder FR-100 ( 46) and transfer to a PC for image enhancement and printout.
Page 45 2. Press the PHOTO button fully down to take the still picture. • The camera takes the image immediately, and then records the “photo” to the tape for approximately six seconds. During this time the camera also records the sound, and the display shows the still picture. •...
Page 46: Transferring Still Pictures To A Pc With The Fr-100 (Optional)
Transferring Still Pictures to a PC with the FR-100 (optional) The FR-100 captures images taken with the camera, compressing them in JPEG format and recording them as still images onto a floppy disk. DV cable 1. Connect the power sources for the camera and the FR-100. 2.
Page 47: Searching And Reviewing While Recording
Searching and Reviewing While Recording Record search When the camera is in record pause mode, you can use record search to REC SEARCH REC SEARCH play the tape forwards or backwards to REC SEARCH REC SEARCH find the point where you want to start or resume recording.
Page 48: Using The Various Recording Programs
Using the Various Recording Programs The camera provides you with a choice of seven recording programs. They use different combinations of camera settings in order to adjust the exposure and other functions to match the recording situation. • For simple point-and-shoot operation, select the Easy Recording program. Slide the program selector to the [ position.
Page 49 Setting the program AE mode 1. Set the camera to record pause mode. 2. Slide the program selector to Q (program AE) mode. 3. Push the selector dial in to display the program menu. 4. Turn the selector dial to move the arrow up or down the display. 5.
Page 50: Easy Recording
Easy Recording The simplest way to use the camera is with the program selector set to the [ position. The camera will take care of focus, exposure and other adjustments, leaving you free to point and shoot. Auto This is the same as the Easy Recording program, AUTO except that you now have the option of using any of the camera’s manual functions.
Page 51 Spotlight This program is designed for recording spotlit SPOTLIGHT scenes, such as on a stage. The exposure is automatically adjusted for glare-free recordings of subjects lit by a concentrated light source. Sand & Snow Use this program in places where the SAND&SNOW background is so bright that the subject appears underexposed in the display —...
Page 52: Using Digital Effects
Using Digital Effects Use the camera’s 2 types of digital effects for more interesting productions. • Faders: Start or end scenes with a fade to or from black ( 54). Fade Trigger, Vertical Wipe, Horizontal Wipe, Mosaic Fade • Effects: Add flavour to your recordings ( 55).
Page 53 Availability of digital effects in PLAY (MV300i: VCR) playback modes Reverse Still picture Slow forward/ Forward/reverse Playback ×2 playback Playback playback reverse playback FADE-T WIPE (Press PLAY (Press PAUSE Set only Set only WIPE or PAUSE to fade out) M. FADE to fade in) BLK&WHT SEPIA...
Page 54 Faders Fade Trigger (FADE-T) When you start recording, the scene gradually fades in from a black screen. When you stop recording, it gradually fades out. Vertical Wipe (WIPE ) When you start recording, the picture begins as a thin vertical line in the centre of the screen which gradually expands sideways until it fills the whole of the screen.
Page 55 Effects Art (ART) Adds a paint-like effect, called solarization, to the image. Black and White (BLK & WHT) Records the image in black and white. Sepia (SEPIA) Records a monochrome image with a brownish tint. Mosaic (MOSAIC) Blurs the image by enlarging the size of some pixels.
Page 56 Digital effects can be set with the controls on the body of the camera or the wireless controller. Pressing the buttons on the wireless controller correspond to turning the selector dial up and down, and pressing the SET button corresponds to pressing the selector dial in. DIGITAL DIGITAL ON/OFF...
Page 57 Operating effects Sound records/plays back normally. When operating effects while recording, make sure the program selector is set to Set effect 1. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to open the digital effects menu. 2. Move the arrow up and down with the selector dial. •...
Page 58: Audio Recording
Audio Recording Selecting the audio mode MV300/MV300i can record sound in two audio modes — 16-bit and 12-bit. The 16-bit mode produces the higher sound quality (slightly superior to CD) while the 12-bit mode records on two channels (stereo 1), leaving two channels free (stereo 2) for you to add new sound at a later date.
Page 59: Wind Screen
Wind screen The camera has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering with the sound track. Make sure it’s off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as possible. Use the wind screen when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.
Page 60: Setting The Self-Timer
Setting the Self-Timer START /STOP PHOTO SELF MENU TIMER This is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording movies or still photographs. For movie 1. Set the camera to record pause mode. 2. Press the self-timer button on the body of the camera the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller.
Page 61 • When taking a still photo, set the self-timer and press a PHOTO button on the camera body or the wireless controller. The camera automatically adjusts the focus two seconds before the countdown is complete. The F mark flashes white then turns green after the focus and exposure are set.
Page 62: Adjusting Exposure Manually
Adjusting Exposure Manually Exposure lock When you are recording in situations where the lighting may change REC SEARCH REC SEARCH FOCUS FOCUS suddenly, you can lock the exposure at the current level in order to control the brightness of the image. To lock the exposure, press the EXP button.
Page 63: Shutter
• You cannot adjust the exposure without the e mark before E.LOCK in the display. Push the EXP button so that e appears before E.LOCK. Then you can adjust the exposure manually. • The standard exposure level depends on which recording program you have selected.
Page 64 Guidelines for shooting using high shutter speeds • When shooting with a shutter speed of 1/1000 or higher, do not shoot the sun directly. Recommended shutter speeds when shooting: • People doing outdoor sports such as 1/2000 or 1/4000 golf or tennis (or 1/8000 to freeze the action even more clearly)
Page 65: Adjusting Focus Manually
Adjusting Focus Manually The camera can focus automatically. All you have to do is point it, and whatever is in the centre of the display will usually be in sharp focus. If it does not seem to be focusing well, it may be because the subject is not suitable for autofocus. You can use the manual focusing function for more control over focusing.
Page 66: Setting The White Balance
Setting the White Balance The camera’s auto white balance system compensates for a wide range of lighting conditions. Although slight variations are unavoidable, colours will appear natural in virtually every situation. In some cases, you will get better results by setting the white balance yourself, or using one of the two preset modes: T Indoor Mode...
Page 67 Setting the white balance manually will probably work better than auto white balance when shooting: Subjects with one dominant colour, such as sky, sea or forest Close-ups In rapidly changing lighting conditions In places lit by certain types of fluorescent or mercury vapour lights •...
Page 68: Displaying Date, Time And Camera Data (Data Code)
Displaying Date, Time and Camera Data (Data Code) A data code, containing the date and time the recording was made and other camera data (shutter speed and exposure settings) is automatically recorded on a special data section of the tape. MENU DATA CODE...
Page 69: Setting The Data Code
– If the tape was recorded on a camera without a data code function. – If noise or tape damage prevents the data code from being read. • If a recording made on MV300/MV300i is played back on a different DV camcorder, the data code may not be displayed correctly.
Page 70 Six-second auto date The six-second auto date appears for six seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape was being recorded at 12:00 midnight. It also appears for six seconds when you start playback and have the data code turned off. The six-second auto date will adjust for any time zone changes you have indicated.
Page 71: Searching The Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)
Searching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search) SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET PLAY MEMORY AUDIO – / STOP DUB. × 2 PAUSE SLOW This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhere on a tape (photo search) or between different days or areas of recording (date search). •...
Page 72: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position
Returning to a Pre-Marked Position SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET PLAY MEMORY AUDIO – / STOP DUB. × 2 PAUSE SLOW Use the wireless controller to mark a point on a tape that you want to return to following playback. 1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button on the wireless controller during playback at a point you want to return to later.
Page 73: Editing
Editing to a VCR By connecting the camera to another VCR, you can edit your recordings in order to remove unwanted scenes — or combine different shots to create your own video productions. Preparations 1. Connect the camera to the VCR. •...
Page 74: Dubbing With Digital Video Equipment
Dubbing with Digital Video Equipment MV300 : Signal flow Side with arrow Digital video equipment fitted with the DV terminal lets you edit, copy and transfer data digitally, with virtually no generation loss in image and sound quality. Use the optional CV-150F DV cable to connect two digital devices together.
Page 75 Side with arrow Preparations 1. Connect the camera and the other digital device. • Connect the Canon CV-150F DV cable (optional) with the sides of the plugs marked with the arrows facing as shown above. 2. Prepare the other device.
Page 76 Dubbing Operate from the controls on the body of the camera or the wireless controller. Example dubbing to the camera 1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy and set it to playback pause mode. 2.
Page 77: Recording Over Existing Scenes-A/V Insert Editing (Mv300I Only)
Recording Over Existing Scenes — A/V Insert Editing (MV300i only) You can insert new scenes from another DV camcorder onto your pre-recorded tape using the camera’s DV in terminal. Original video and audio will be replaced with the new video and audio. Scene to be inserted The playback tape Insert start point...
Page 78 Preparations The tape in the MV300i: When using the MV300i’s A/V insert function, only record to tapes recorded in SP mode with continuously recorded time codes. If there are non-recorded portions or portions recorded in LP mode on the tape, recording will stop.
Page 79 4. Play back the cassette in the other camcorder. 5. To start inserting, press the PAUSE button on the MV300i. • 2a changes to 2. 6. To stop inserting, press the STOP button on the MV300i. • Inserting stops and A/V INSERT disappears from the display. The camera returns to stop mode.
Page 80: Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing You can add sound to the original sound on a prerecorded tape recorded in the SP mode with 12-bit sound. Use the internal or an external microphone. The original sound will not be erased. For best results, add sound to tapes that have been recorded with this camera in SP mode with 12-bit sound.
Page 81 Preparations Turn the camera’s POWER switch to PLAY (MV300i: VCR) and load a recorded cassette. • Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the cassette has been slid to REC (closed position). Dubbing SEARCH SELECT ZERO SET PLAY MEMORY AUDIO – / STOP DUB.
Page 82 • There may be a loss of sound quality if you add sound to a tape recorded on a camcorder other than the MV300/MV300i. • After adding sound three or more times to the same place on a tape, there may...
Page 83: Setting The Audio Mix
Setting the Audio Mix AUDIO BALANCE MONITOR ST-1 ST-2 When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the balance between the two. •...
Page 84 Selecting audio output channels When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the output channels of that sound. OUTPUT CH•••L/R 1. Turn the POWER switch to PLAY (MV300i: VCR), load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio.
Page 85: Preparing The Camera
Preparing the Camera Adjust the viewfinder • Turn the POWER on and set the camera to record pause mode. Extend the viewfinder straight out, then adjust the viewfinder focusing lever to suit your eyesight. • Rotate the viewfinder to an angle that allows you to view comfortably.
Page 86 Attach the shoulder strap • For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camera. • Pass the ends through the attachment bars and adjust the length as shown. • Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it will melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Adjust the angle of the viewfinder to prevent sunlight from entering.
Page 87: Notes On Using The Batteries
Notes on Using the Batteries Charging and recording times • These times vary — the safest policy is always to have two or three times as many battery packs as you think you will need. • You will get more recording time if you turn the camera off between shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode.
Page 88 When to recharge You can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it is convenient. Unlike a conventional battery pack, it does not have to be fully discharged first. However, as the battery pack will naturally discharge itself over time, it is best to charge it the same day you plan to use it, or the day before.
Page 89: Installing The Backup Battery
Installing the backup battery Open the backup battery cover on the battery attachment unit, and insert the CR2025 lithium battery with the + side facing outwards. Click the cover back into place. This backup battery allows the camera to remember the date and time and other settings when main power source is removed.
Page 90: Maintenance
Maintenance Cautions Avoid high temperatures and high humidity. • Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example. • Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment. • Do not take the camera into a humid room. Avoid sudden changes in temperature.
Page 91 • For the best picture possible, after using the camera for approximately 20 hours, clean the video heads using Canon’s DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette. If the “noise” remains, repeat the cleaning (up to maximum of five times). • Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette, as this can cause damage.
Page 92 • You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camera and charge battery packs in any country where the electricity supply is between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapters for overseas use.
Page 93 Condensation Condensation may form on the camera when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Using the camera while condensation is present can damage both the tape and the camera. Condensation may become a problem: When you take the camera from a cold When a cold room is heated rapidly place to a warm room When the camera is left in a humid room...
Page 94: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Refer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder. Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page numbers in parentheses for more information. Make sure that the camera is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or VCR.
Page 95 • Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often get better results using manual focus ( 65). Focus on something which is about the same distance away, lock the focus, and then point the camera at your original, hard-to-focus subject.
Page 96 ? The playback picture is rough • The video heads need cleaning 91). (with mosaic-like noise). ? There’s no picture on the TV • The video heads need cleaning 91). screen, even though the tape is • The TV/VIDEO selector on the TV moving.
Page 97: The Mv300/Mv300I System Diagram
The MV300/MV300i System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) WS-20 Wrist Strap WD-46 Wide- SS-600 Shoulder Strap converter CR-560 Charge Adapter/ WL-D74 MiniDV Car Battery Cable Kit Wireless Video Controller Cassette TL-46 Tele- BP-500 Series converter Battery Packs FS-46U Filter Set SR-30.5/46...
Page 98: Optional Accessories
SR-30.5/46 Step-up Ring This makes it possible to use the 46 mm filters and converters (shown below) with MV300/MV300i. When you attach the filter or conversion lens, you cannot use the supplied lens cap. TL-46 Tele-converter This tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camera lens by a factor of 1.4.
Page 99 WD-46 Wide-converter This lens decreases focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views. FS-46 Filter Set Three special effects filters to add a creative touch to your recordings: multiple-image, R-cross and zoom-spot. •...
Page 100 Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000 When this product is plugged into the LANC m terminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible to control functions such as the start and stop of recording and the zoom and focusing functions while the camcorder is mounted on a tripod, without touching the camcorder body itself.
Page 101 Image files can then be easily opened and viewed on your computer. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.
Page 102: Screen Displays
Screen Displays To display the date and time, press the wireless controller’s DATA CODE button. See also p. 68. SCREEN Press the wireless controller’s TV DATA SCREEN button or turn TV SCREEN CODE on through the camera menu to see the other displays on the TV screen.
Page 103: Rec Mode
Playback is stopped A/V Insert Editing STOP 26). (MV30i only) Normal playback Audio Dubbing Fast forward ( Zoom display ( 21): Optical zoom Rewind ( Optical plus 40× Fast forward playback digital zoom Optical plus 200× Rewind playback digital zoom Zoom in Frame advance playback (...
Page 104: 12:00 Am
The 16:9 effect: the Data code ( F1.0 1/500 display flashes when 12:00 AM 16:9 1.JAN.2000 the effect is being selected, and appears Photo mode ( steadily when it is PHOTO activated ( 19). • Setting the AF/AE. F Digital effects. The mark flashes white FADE–T display flashes when...
Page 105 Time Code DV input ( DV IN (MV300i only) Condensation warning 0:12:34:56 This records counter information, including hour, minute, second, and frame number on a special data code area on the tape itself. It is reset automatically when a new tape is loaded.
Page 106: Caution Phrases
Caution phrases The camera displays various caution phrases — they appear for four seconds before disappearing. Appears as a warning Appears each time to protect the tape and you turn the power SET THE TIME ZONE, also when REMOVE THE CASSETTE on, until you set the DATE AND TIME condensation is...
Page 107: Specifications
CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) microphone PAL colour signal DV Terminal: Special 4-pin connector Video recording system: (conforms to IEEE1394) MV300: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning Output only. MV300i: Input/output DV system (Consumer digital VCR SD A/V terminal output: ø 3.5 mm Audio: –10dBV (47 kohm load)/less than...
Page 108: Index
Horizontal Wipe, 54 Battery Charger, 13 È Battery Pack, 11, 13, 14, 87 Beep, 20 Image Stabilizer, 34 Black and White, 55 Introducing the MV300/MV300i, 5 Ç Ò Cables, 4, 29 LANC, 73 Cassettes, 15 LCD Screen, 22 Charging the Battery Pack,...
Page 109 Ø Ê Optional Accessories, 98 Tape Protection, 16 Telephoto, 21 ∏ Temperature, 89, 91 Pause, Record, 17 Time Code, 105 Photo Search, 71 Time Zone, 41 Playback, 26 Tips for Making Better Videos, 32 Playback Connection, 29 Tripod, 32 Playback Pause, 27 Troubleshooting, 94 Portrait, 50 TV, 29, 102...

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