[. . . ] COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. digital Video Camcorder , OPTURA This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. [. . . ] When you turn the program selector to Tv the current shutter speed is show in the display. The image quality may suffer slightly if you use slow shutter speeds for lowlight conditions, and the autofocus may have not give accurate results. When recording in extreme low-light conditions, we recommend the use of a Canon Speedlite or Video Light (available as optional accessories, see page 66). When shooting using the Tv program, if the shutter speed display flashes the camera has not been able to set the exposure correctly. In such a case, change the setting so that the display stops flashing and lights up continuously. 2 (iris diameter) to give you maximum control over the depth of field (the picture's zone of Av sharp focus). The camera sets the appropriate shutter speed automatically to give the correct exposure. Wide apertures (lower F-numbers) are great for making still-lifes and close-ups stand out from a softened foreground and background. The effect is most noticeable when the zoom is towards the telephoto end. Focus manually for maximum accuracy and be careful when recording action scenes, as this program may cause "strobing" of fast moving images. Choose a wider aperture to enable you to shoot in low-light conditions. When you turn the program selector to Av the current F (aperture) number is shown in the display. The Tv and Av values are reset if you turn the power off or turn the program selector to another setting. If you turn the standby lever to LOCK, the camera remembers your chosen values. You are able to press and hold the Av/Tv CTRL (EXP wheel) after setting the Av or Tv to lock/adjust the exposure (p. When shooting using the Av program, if the F number display flashes the camera has not been able to set the exposure correctly. In such a case, change the setting so that the display stops flashing and lights up continuously. White appears as black, yellow appears as blue, green appears as red, etc. This can also be used with the optional accessories FP-100 Film Adapter and SL-49/46 Step-down Converter Lens to transfer 35mm film negatives to the camera. You can use exposure adjustment, but you should do so before adjusting any other settings such as white balance. To use the conversion program, put the camera in record pause mode and turn the program selector to . You can also alter the strength and tint of the colors, plus mask the edges of the picture when using the Film Adapter (FP-100). [. . . ] It can also make use of the higher performance battery pack BP-927, to give up to 5hrs. GB-200 Grip Belt (available soon) This gives added comfort and security when handling OPTURA. SC-1000 Soft Carrying Case This lightweight bag keeps the camera within easy reach without weighing you down or getting in the way. SC-A20 Soft Carrying Case A handy camera bag with adjustable padded compartments and plenty of pockets for accessories. [. . . ]