[Goldiethedog]

I am new owner of HF200 and although I now appreciate there is more to video than point and shooting in auto mode I would like some advice on changing the out of the box settings. I am an advanced Canon DSLR user so am familiar with Av, Tv, P modes etc and comfortable with aperture values and shutter speed relationships.
For Instance for daytime shooting in sunlight say in the countryside with my kids as the focal point what settings should I use? Or should I say what settings would you use?
I'm happy to use highest res MXP at 24MBPS, although I understand 17 is sufficient. What about video mode? Would you use progressive 25p? AV or Tv and why and at what value? WB - which setting?
When wouldn't you use progressive mode?

Thanks for any answers and I know there is not just a single set of answers but any input would be much valued.

Paul