Canon MV MVX30i Instruction Manual

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Contents

4Table of ContentsIntroductionImportant Usage Instructions ........................................................................................2Using this Manual ..........................................................................................................3Checking Supplied Accessories ......................................................................................6Components Guide ........................................................................................................7Basic FunctionsPreparationsPreparing the Power Supply........................................................................................11Loading/Unloading a Cassette ....................................................................................14Installing the Backup Battery ......................................................................................15Preparing the Camcorder ............................................................................................16Using the Wireless Controller......................................................................................17Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time......................................................................18RecordingRecording Movies on a Tape ......................................................................................21Zooming ........................................................................................................................25Tips for Making Better Videos ....................................................................................27PlaybackPlaying Back a Tape ......................................................................................................28Adjusting the Volume ..................................................................................................30Playing Back on a TV Screen........................................................................................31Advanced FunctionsMenus and Settings ......................................................................................................35RecordingUsing the Recording Programs....................................................................................43Using the Night Modes ................................................................................................46Using the Mini Video Light ....................................................................47Skin Detail Function......................................................................................................49Adjusting Exposure Manually......................................................................................50Adjusting the Focus Manually ....................................................................................51Setting the White Balance ..........................................................................................53Setting the Shutter Speed............................................................................................55Using the Self-Timer......................................................................................................57Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) ......................................................................58Audio Recording ..........................................................................................................59Using Digital Effects......................................................................................................62PlaybackMagnifying the Image ................................................................................................69Displaying the Data Code ..........................................................................................70End Search......................................................................................................................72Returning to a Pre-marked Position ..........................................................................73Date Search ....................................................................................................................74Other FunctionsCustomizing the Camcorder ........................................................................................75