Canon MV 3i MC User Manual

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Canon MV3i MC

A beautiful palm-sized video in a class of its own, the MV3iMC, is a wonderful new addition to Canon's digital video range. MV3iMC incorporates an array of miniaturization innovations to set new standards in image quality, compactness and versatility. It is the first Canon digital video to take advantage of the MultiMediaCard. By inserting this card into the camcorder's built-in slot, you can take digital still snaps using the MV3iMC's Photo button. These images can then be directly transferred from the card to your computer without the need for connecting cables, and the search and edit options contained on the MultiMediaCard also open up a range of image combination possibilities. Weighing about the same as a can of soft drink, MV3iMC gives you all the functions and usability you want in an ultra compact, stylish all-metal cased, hand-sized package. A camcorder and digital still camera rolled into one, Canon's MV3iMC offers exceptional value.The compact design of MV3iMC is contributed to by signal processing LSI and Canon's second-generation interior working (mechachassis) along with a slim lithium-ion battery and repositioning of switches. MV3i features an improved RGB progressive scan CCD for excellent color reproduction, and is ideal for users who want to use the camcorder as a digital stills camera. Using progressive scanning, MV3iMC camcorder reads and isolates information frame by frame. Sharp still images are then recorded at a speed of 25 full-frame images per second - ideal for fast moving subjects. If user wants to be sure to capture the best moments, the progressive scan mode makes it possible to record the moving image and then choose the desired still image(s) from the recorded tape. The MV3 series has a new 3-element stereo microphone system, which enhances the capacity to minimize the voice of the operator, therefore creating a more equal balance with the voice of the person being filmed. This new microphone system is located on top of the camcorder, thus contributing further to the compact size of these camcorders. The MV3 series also feature an audio dubbing function. With this feature it is possible to create or replace commentary or music to footage allowing for personalized films.

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General

Product Type Camcorder Width 4.8 cm Depth 8.6 cm Height 10.6 cm Weight 0.4 kg Enclosure Colour Metallic grey Localisation English

Main Features

Camcorder Sensor Resolution 800 Kpix Camcorder Effective Video Resolution 420 Kpix Media Type Mini DV Colour Support Colour Horizontal Resolution 500 lines Optical Sensor Type CCD Optical Sensor Size 1/4" Min Illumination 3.5 lux Digital Zoom 40 x Recording Speed SP, LP Shooting Modes Digital photo mode Shooting Programs Sand & snow, spotlight, Sunset & Moon, sports mode Special Effects Art, Black & White, Sepia, Mosaic Faders Scroll wide, mosaic fader, black fader, fade trigger Image Stabiliser Electronic Max Shutter Speed 1/2000 sec Min Shutter Speed 1/60 sec Camcorder Slow Shutter Modes 1/25sec Exposure Metering Evaluative, centre-weighted Exposure Modes Programme, automatic White Balance Automatic, presets PCM Digital Sound 16bit (48KHz / 2 channels), 12bit (32KHz / 4 channels simultaneously) Still Image Format JPEG Remote Control Included - infrared

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Memory / Storage

Flash Memory 1 x 8 MB Flash - MultiMediaCard Image Storage Fine 768 x 576 : 43 - with 8MB card ¦ High 768 x 576 : 78

- with 8MB card

Lens System

Type Zoom lens - 3.5 mm - 35 mm - f1.6 Focal Length 3.5 mm - 35 mm Focal Length Equivalent to 35mm Camera 31 - 308mm Focus Adjustment Automatic, manual Auto Focus TTL contrast detection Min Focus Range 1 cm Lens Aperture F1.6 Optical Zoom 10 x Zoom Adjustment Motorised drive Lens Construction 7 group(s) / 10 element(s) Filter Size 27 mm Features Aspherical lens

Additional Features

DV input Yes Clock / Timer Yes Self Timer Yes Edit Functions A/V insert, audio dubbing Low Lux / Night Mode Yes Digital Still Camera Function Yes Photo Preview Yes Search Modes Record search LP Recording Yes Time Code Yes Additional Features Exposure compensation, RGB primary colour filter, progressive scan CCD system, date/time stamp, DPOF support, display brightness control

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Viewfinder

Viewfinder Type LCD monitor Viewfinder Colour Support Colour Viewfinder Diagonal Size 0.44" Viewfinder Resolution 113,000 pixels

Display

Type LCD display - TFT active matrix - 2.5" - colour Display Form Factor Rotating Display Format 200,000 pixels

Microphone

Type Microphone - built-in Microphone Technology Electret condenser Microphone Operation Mode Stereo

Connections

Connector Type 1 x headphones ¦ 1 x microphone ¦ 1 x composite video/audio (input/output) ¦ 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire/i.LINK) ¦ 1 x S-Video input / output ¦ 1 x DC po wer input ¦ 1 x Control-L (LANC) Expansion Slot(s) 1 x MultiMediaCard

Miscellaneous

Tripod Adapter Built-in Included Accessories Docking station, camcorder shoulder strap, lens cap Cables Included 1 x A/V cable ¦ 1 x S-Video cable

Power

Power Device Power adapter + battery charger - external

Battery

Supported Battery Details 1 x Li-ion rechargeable battery ( included ) Run Time (Up To) 1 hour(s)

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support 1 year warranty Service & Support Details Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year

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Environmental Parameters

Min Operating Temperature 0 °C Max Operating Temperature 40 °C