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GLOSSARY

A B C D E F G H I J K L M
N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z


A

Advanced Accessory Shoe
Makes possible power supply and data exchange between the video camera and attached accessories, removing the need for inconvenient cords.
   
Analog Line-in
This function allows you to record images from an 8mm/VHS tape, TV or another analogue source onto DV tapes for easy editing and storage.
   
Audio Dubbing
Allows you to create and add your own commentary or soundtrack to your footage, thereby enhancing or explaining the images or creating a 'story'.

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B

Built-in Video Light
Provides clear and colourful images even in complete darkness,saving you the need to buy or carry extra equipment.

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C

Custom Keys
Makes recording much easier:select your most frequently used functions (such as fade and manual focus)and assign control of them to two instantly accessible buttons.

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D

DV Terminal
This industry-standard, plug-and-play IEEE 1394 interface means you can directly connect to digital devices such as your PC for picture editing and processing.

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E

Extended Recording Time
The recording time is 3 times longer than in SP (standard play)mode,allowing you 4 hours recording on a 80 minute tape.

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F

FlexiZone AF/AE Control
Lets you choose where to focus anywhere in the frame by moving the autofocus window in the viewfinder. Perfect focus is then assured -even if the subject is moving.

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L

LCD View Screen (2.5 " and 3.5" LCD)
A flip-out,adjustable screen that acts as a large viewfinder, offering you high resolution images when shooting and instant playback of the results.
 
Long Hour Recording
A new Canon technology that dramatically increases the recording time possible on a single charge.

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M

MMC and SD Card
Allows you to easily store still images and transfer them from your camcorder to your PC. Each small size 8MB Multi-Media Card holds up to 78 still images in JPEG format. The SD Card has a capacity of 32 MB or even 64 MB and offers you advanced copyright protection.
 
Multi-Image Screen
Capture the setting sun or other image series in sequence by dividing the LCD screen into 4, 9 or 16 separate screens. Selection of transition speed also possible.



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