Canon MVX1i Instruction Manual

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29E Basic FunctionsRecordingDo not turn off the camcorder, change the position of the TAPE/CARD switch,disconnect the power source, open the memory card cover or remove the memorycard while the card access indicator is flashing. Doing so could result in datadamage. About the focusing frame:The camcorder automatically selects the appropriate focusing frames out of the9 focusing frames, allowing to focus on subjects out of the center ( 84). If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, turns yellow. Keep the PHOTObutton pressed halfway and adjust the focus manually by turning the SET dialup and down. When recording a still image (step 5 above), the image may appear out of focusfor a moment while the camcorder is focusing. When the subject is too bright, “OVEREXP.” starts flashing. In such case, usethe optional FS-H27U ND filter. Sound for movies recorded on the memory card will be monaural. We recommend using a miniSD Card with a transfer rate of more than 2 MB/sec., right after you have formatted it with this camcorder. With memory cardsnot formatted with this camcorder, or when recording/erasing has beenrepeatedly performed, the writing speed may be lower and recording may stop. When powered by a battery pack, the camcorder shuts off after 5 minutes whenthe camcorder is left without any operation to save power ( 66).Approximately 30 seconds before the camcorder shuts off, “ AUTO POWEROFF” appears in the center of the screen. If the camcorder shuts off, turn thepower switch to OFF and back on again.