Canon HD Camcoder User Manual

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HD Camcorder
Instruction Manual
PAL
Introduction
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COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.
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The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.
European Union (and EEA) only.
electronic equipment (EEE) and batteries and accumulators. Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. Your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)
Complies with IDA Standards
DB007671
These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC), the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) and/or your national laws implementing those Directives. This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and
This product is installed with the WLAN Module which is certified to standards set by IDA Singapore.
REGIONS OF USE
LEGRIA HF G30 is in compliance (as of April 2013) with the radio signal regulations of the regions listed below. For details on other regions where they can be used, make inquiries with the contacts listed on the back side of this instruction manual.
REGIONS Prohibited radio channels in outdoor use
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong S.A.R., Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom
New Zealand 52 - 64ch
Singapore Not prohibited
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Hereby, Canon Inc., declares that this RF400 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Please contact the following address for the original Declaration of Conformity: CANON EUROPA N.V. Bovenkerkerweg 59, 1158 XB Amstelveen, The Netherlands CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan
Model ID0026: LEGRIA HF G30
36 - 64ch
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Trademark Acknowledgements
• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• App Store, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iTunes and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
• “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• Google, Android, Google Play, YouTube are trademarks of Google Inc.
• Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.
• IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.
• The Twitter name and marks are trademarks of Twitter, Inc.
• Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• Wi-Fi Certified, WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• WPS as used on the camcorder’s settings, onscreen displays and in this manual signifies Wi-Fi Protected Setup.
• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• JavaScript is a trademark or registered trademark of Oracle Corporation, its affiliates or subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
• “Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
• This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non­commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video. No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.
Highlights of the LEGRIA HF G30
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The Canon LEGRIA HF G30 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of situations. The following are just some of the many functions featured in the camcorder.
HD Recording
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HD CMOS PRO sensor and DIGIC DV 4 processor
The camcorder is equipped with a 1/2.84-type CMOS sensor that captures video at an effective pixel count of approximately
2.91 megapixels (2136x1362). The video is then processed by the state-of-the-art DIGIC DV 4 image processor. This allows the camcorder to excel in low-light situations and achieve improved image stabilization.
Wide zoom lens
With a focal length at full wide angle of
26.8 mm* (35 mm equivalent), the camcorder has superb wide-angle shooting capability. The newly developed lens is also capable of 20x optical zoom.
* 28.8 mm when using Dynamic IS.
Shoot cinematic video
Using CINEMA mode and the cinema-look filters (A 49), you can make recordings that truly look and feel cinematic.
Operability
Emphasis on versatility
This camcorder has features to make it usable as a main camera but is also small enough to be very portable. The advanced image stabilization (A 60) will let you shoot in a variety of situations in the field.
Manual controls at your fingertips
The focus/zoom ring helps you achieve the focus you are looking for. You can also easily change the ring's functionality so that you can operate the zoom. Furthermore, you can assign certain frequently used functions to a customizable button and adjust those functions with the accompanying dial (A 91). If those were not enough, the camcorder also features 5 assignable buttons to which you can assign a variety of functions so that you can access them with ease (A 92).
Face detection
When a subject's face is detected, the camcorder can track and focus on it (A 54). Furthermore, you can have the camcorder in manual focus but switch to autofocus only when a face is detected, ensuring that important subjects are in focus.
AVCHD/MP4 recording and dual recording
When you record, you can choose between AVCHD and MP4 formats (A 36). You can also use dual recording (A 46) to record the same scene to both memory cards and even record on both memory cards using different formats. Dual recording is convenient, for example, to create a backup of your recording.
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Audio scene select
With the audio scene select function (A 79), you can optimize the audio settings of the built-in microphone by selecting the audio scene that matches your surroundings. Your audience will feel even more immersed in the scene during playback.
Smart AUTO
Smart AUTO (A 39) automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you want to shoot. You get spectacular recordings every time without worrying about settings.
Wi-Fi functions
Because the camcorder is compatible with Wi-Fi, you have access to a variety of convenient functions such as using a smartphone or tablet as a remote control (A 120), using the Web browser on a smartphone or tablet to view the camcorder's recordings (A 126), and using an iOS device to share your videos on the Internet (A 128).
OLED screen and LCD viewfinder
The OLED screen and LCD viewfinder both have 100% frame coverage, which will ensure that you can accurately check that your shots are framed how you want them. The OLED screen has incredible clarity, which is indispensible in checking the details of those important shots. The viewfinder can be tilted 45 degrees upward, which gives you additional range and versatility while you shoot.
Touch AE
By simply touching the screen, you can make dark areas in the picture appear brighter (A 65). This operation is simple yet allows you to shoot with the desired exposure.
Added and improved functionality
Other functions include relay recording (A 46) and conversion to MP4 (A 114).
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Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices
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Connect the camcorder to an external monitor (A 102).
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Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions
Use your iOS or Android device to remotely control the camcorder and view the image on its screen (A 120).
Copy your recordings to an external video recorder (A 115).
Save your recordings (A 108).
Use the Web browser on your iOS or Android device to view the recordings on the camcorder (A 126).
Use an iOS device to upload your recordings to the Internet (A 128).
Connect the camcorder to an access point on a Wi-Fi network. After doing so, you can save your recordings on a computer ( your recordings using the camcorder as a media server (
A 130).
A 131) or play back
Table of contents
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1 Introduction 10
About this Manual 10
Conventions Used in this Manual 10
Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 12 Names of Parts 14
2 Preparations 20
Attaching the Ferrite Core 20 Charging the Battery Pack 20 Preparing the Camcorder 23
Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap 23 Using the Viewfinder 23 Adjusting the OLED Screen 24 Grip Belt and Straps 25 Wireless Controller 25 Using a Tripod 26
Basic Operation of the Camcorder 27
Turning the Camcorder On and Off 27 Setting the Shooting Mode 28 Using the Touch Screen 28 Using the FUNC. Button and
Joystick 29
Using the Menus 30
First Time Settings 32
Setting the Date and Time 32 Changing the Language 32 Changing the Time Zone 33
Using a Memory Card 34
Memory Cards Compatible for Use with
the Camcorder 34
Inserting and Removing a Memory
Card 35 Initializing a Memory Card 35 Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/
MP4) 36 Selecting the Memory Card for
Recordings 36
3 Recording 37
Recording Movies and Photos 37
Preparing to Record 37 Recording in AUTO Mode 38 Recording in n (Manual) Mode 42 Reviewing the Latest Scene
Recorded 43
Selecting the Recording Mode (Video
Quality) 44
Dual Recording and Relay Recording 46
Selecting the Frame Rate 47 Slow & Fast Motion Recording 48 CINEMA Mode and Cinema-Look
Filters 49
Focus Adjustment 51
Manual Focus 51 Autofocus 52 Face Detection & Tracking 54
Zooming 56
Using the Focus/Zoom Ring 56 Using the Zoom Rocker or Wireless
Controller 56
Using the Touch Screen’s Zoom
Controls 58 Soft Zoom Control 59 Digital Tele-Converter 59
Advanced Image Stabilization 60 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 61 Automatic Exposure Recording
Programs 62
Exposure Adjustment 64
Using the Manual Exposure Recording
Program 64 Exposure Compensation 65
White Balance 67 Special Scene Recording Programs 69 Image Effects 71 Setting the Time Code 72
Selecting the Running Mode 72
Setting the User Bit 74 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe 75 Using an External Video Light 76 Recording Audio 77
Using an External Microphone 77 Audio Scenes and Other Audio
Settings 79 Audio Recording Level 80 Wind Screen (Built-in Microphone) 81 Microphone Attenuator 81 Audio Equalizer (Built-in Microphone) 82 Microphone Directionality (Built-in
Microphone) 82 Switching the Input (MIC Terminal) 83 Low Cut Filter (MIC Terminal) 83 Audio Mix 84
Using Headphones 85 Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 86
Recording Color Bars 86 Recording an Audio Reference
Signal 86
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Video Snapshot 87
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Pre-Recording 88 Onscreen Displays and Data Code 89 Using the GP-E2 GPS Receiver 90
4 Customization 91
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CUSTOM Dial and Button 91 Assignable Buttons 92
Changing the Assigned Function 92 Using an Assignable Button 93
Saving and Loading Menu Settings 94
Saving Menu Settings to a Memory
Card 94
Loading Menu Settings from a Memory
Card 94
5 Playback 95
Playing Back Video 95
Adjusting the volume 96 Displaying scene information 97 Capturing Photos During Movie
Playback 97
Deleting Scenes 98
Deleting a Single Scene 98 Deleting Scenes from the Index
Screen 98
Dividing Scenes 100 Trimming Scenes 101
6 External Connections 102
Connecting to an External Monitor 102
Connection Diagram 102 Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 103 Using the AV OUT Terminal 103
Audio Output 104
Synchronizing the Video with the Audio
being Monitored 104
7 Photos 105
Viewing Photos 105
Photo Jump Function 105
Deleting Photos 107
Deleting a Single Photo 107 Deleting Photos from the Index
Screen 107
8 Saving/Sharing
Recordings 108
Saving Recordings to a Computer 108
Connection Diagram 108 Saving Movies Using Data Import
Utility 108
Saving MP4 Movies and Photos Using
ImageBrowser EX 109
Copying Recordings Between Memory
Cards 112
Copying Scenes from the Movie Index
Screen 112 Copying a Single Photo 112 Copying Photos from the Index
Screen 113
Converting Movies to MP4 Format 114 Copying Recordings to an External Video
Recorder 115
In High Definition 115 In Standard Definition 115
9 Wi-Fi Functions 117
Introduction to Wi-Fi 117 Remote Operation Via the Wi-Fi Remote
Application 120
Setting the Camcorder's Password 120 Operating the Camcorder
Remotely 120 Wi-Fi Remote Onscreen Controls and
Displays 121 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi
Remote 123
Remote Browse: Viewing Recordings
Using a Web Browser on Your iOS or Android Device 126
Uploading Recordings Using an iOS
Device 128
Playback on a Computer 130 Transferring Files to a Computer or FTP
Server 131
Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE
GATEWAY 133
Setting the Desired Web Services in the
Camcorder 133 Sharing Your Recordings Using Web
Services 135 Sending Links to Recordings by
E-mail 136
Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access
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Point 137
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 137 Searching for Access Points 138 Manual Setup 138
Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi
Settings 140
10 Additional Information 142
Appendix: Menu Options Lists 142
FUNC. Panel 142 Setup Menus 143
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and
Displays 152
Troubleshooting 156
List of Messages 161 List of Messages for Wi-Fi
Functions 164
List of Messages for Web Services 166
Handling Precautions 167
Camcorder 167 Battery Pack 168 Memory Card 169 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium
Battery 169 Lithium Button Battery 170 Disposal 170
Maintenance/Others 171
Cleaning 171 Condensation 171 Using the Camcorder Abroad 172
Optional Accessories 173 Specifications 178 Index 182
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About this Manual
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Introduction
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Introduction
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA HF G30. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 156).
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Conventions Used in this Manual
IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the function described.
A: Reference page number within this manual.
: Used as an abbreviation for models whose Wi-Fi functions operate only in the 2.4 GHz
band (A 119).
• The following terms are used in this manual: “Memory card” refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC memory card. “Screen” refers to the OLED screen and the viewfinder screen. “Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the Y button to start recording until you press again to pause the recording. “iOS device” is used in this text to refer to Wi-Fi-enabled iPhones, iPods and iPads while “Android device” refers to Wi-Fi-enabled Android smartphones and tablets.
• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
• Some screenshots in this manual have been simplified to show only relevant icons.
About this Manual
Focus Adjustment
Autofocus
When autofocus is activated, the camcorder continuously adjusts the focus on the subject in the center of the screen. The focusing range is 1 cm (at full wide-angle, measured from the front of the lens barrel) to
G and 60 cm (throughout the zoom range, measured from the front of the lens barrel)
to
G. Perform the following procedure to set the autofocus speed.
1 and modes only: Press B.
2 Open the [AF Mode] screen.
[FUNC.]
> [MENU] > p > [AF Mode]
3 Touch the desired option and then touch [
X].
• The icon of the selected option appears on the screen.
Options
( Default value)
Operating modes:
[ Instant AF]
Sets the autofocus to Instant AF. The focus is adjusted at the highest speed. This mode is useful even when recording in very bright or low-light surroundings. This mode uses both the TTL system and external sensor for focusing.
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The three sets of icons indicate the operating mode and whether a function is available in that mode.
: Indicates whether the camcorder is in shooting (CAMERA) or playback (MEDIA) mode. In this example, the function is available only in mode. For details, refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A 27).
: Indicates the movie format. For
details, refer to Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) (A 36).
: Indicates the shooting
mode. For details, refer to Setting the Shooting Mode (A 28).
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Brackets [ ] are used to refer to control buttons and menu options you will select and to other onscreen messages and displays.
The > arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For details on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus (A 30). For a summary of available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (A 142).
The names of physical buttons and switches on the camcorder are indicated within a “button” frame. For example B.
Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
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Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:
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CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord and ferrite core)
HTC-100/S High Speed HDMI Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable
Lens hood with lens barrier Lens cap Quick Guide
Wi-Fi Basic Setup Guide
BP-820 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller
(incl. CR2025 lithium button battery)
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The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:
• Data Import Utility CD-ROM
-Use Data Import Utility to transfer your scenes to a computer. Refer to Saving Recordings to a
Computer (A
Canon LEGRIA CD-ROM. Contains the following components.
- Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the camcorder (this PDF file).
- ImageBrowser EX - Software for saving, managing and editing your photos. The supplied LEGRIA CD-ROM contains an automatic installer for ImageBrowser EX. An Internet connection is required to fully install the software.
108). The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
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Names of Parts
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Names of Parts
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1 Lens barrier switch (A 37) 2 Memory card slot 2 (A 35) 3 Memory card slot 3 (A 35) 4 u (review recording) button (A 43)/
Assignable button 5 (A 92) 5Lens hood (A 23) 6 Focus/Zoom ring (A 51, 56) 7 CUSTOM (customizable) dial (A 91)
8 CUSTOM (customizable) button
(A 91)
9 Double memory card slot cover 10 DISP. (onscreen display) button
(A 89)/BATT. INFO (battery information) button (A 155)
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Names of Parts
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1 Built-in speaker (A 96) 2MIC terminal (A 78) 3HDMI OUT terminal (A 102, 103) 4 REMOTE terminal
For connecting commercially available remote controllers.
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5 × (headphones) terminal (A 85) 6USB terminal (A 108) 7DC IN terminal (A 20) 8AV OUT terminal (A 102, 103) 9 Grip belt (A 25)
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1 Instant AF sensor (A 52, 171) 2 Remote sensor (A 26) 3 Illumination sensor (A 149) 4AF/MF button (A 51)/
Assignable button 1 (A 92) 5 PRE REC (pre-recording) button
(A 88)/
Assignable button 2 (A 92) 6 OLED touch screen (A 24, 28) 7 Focus/Zoom ring switch (A 56)
8 Viewfinder (A 23) 9 Dioptric adjustment lever (A 23) 10 Joystick (A 29)/SET button (A 29) 11 Strap mount (A 25) 12 Assignable button 3 (A 92) 13 Assignable button 4 (A 92) 14 Battery attachment unit (A 20) 15 START/STOP button (A 37) 16 FUNC. button (A 29)
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Names of Parts
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1 Built-in stereo microphone
(A 77)
2 Accessory shoe
Cold shoe for attaching accessories.
3 Mode switch (A 28) 4 Zoom rocker (A 56) 5 ACCESS indicator (A 37)
6 Mini advanced shoe (A 75) 7 Power switch (A 27) 8 POWER / CHG (battery charging)
indicator (A 20)
Names of Parts
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1 Tripod socket (A 26) 2 BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 21) 3Eye cup (A 23) 4 Identification plate
This plate bears the camcorder ID, which is written as "ID00XX" with "XX"
representing a two-digit number.
Identification plate
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WL-D89 Wireless Controller
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Names of Parts
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1START/STOP button (A 37) 2 G (mode selection) button (A 95) 3 MENU button (A 31, 143) 4 DISP. (onscreen display) button (A 89) 5SET button
Ñ (stop) button (A 95)
6 7 PHOTO button (A 37) 8 Zoom buttons (A 56) 9 Navigation buttons (Í/Î/Ï/Ð) 10 Ò (play/pause) button (A 95)
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Attaching the Ferrite Core
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Preparations
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Preparatio ns
Attaching the Ferrite Core
Attach the enclosed ferrite core before you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder.
Attach the ferrite core to the cable about 6 cm from the plug
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end (the plug to be connected to the camcorder) of the compact power adapter cable.
Pass the cable through the center of the core and wrap it around the core, then close the unit until it clicks shut.
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging, Recording and Playback Times (A 174).
1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.
2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
3 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s
DC IN terminal.
4 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
• Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it forward until it clicks in place.
DC IN terminal
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5 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off.
• If the camcorder was on, the green POWER/CHG indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder. After a moment, the POWER/CHG indicator will turn on in red (battery pack charging). The red POWER/CHG indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged.
• If the indicator flashes, refer to Troubleshooting (A 158).
To remove the battery pack
1Slide d in the direction of the arrow and
hold it pressed down.
2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it out.
POWER/CHG (battery charging) indicator
BATTERY RELEASE switch
IMPORTANT
• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. After you turn off the camcorder, important data is updated on the memory card. Be sure to wait until the green POWER/CHG indicator goes out.
• Do not connect to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder.
• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc.
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• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C. If either the ambient temperature or the battery pack’s temperature is outside the range of approx. 0 °C to 40 °C, charging will not start.
• The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off.
• If the power supply was disconnected while charging a battery pack, make sure the POWER/CHG indicator has gone out before restoring the power supply.
• If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed.
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• Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.
• The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be displayed accurately.
• We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.
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Preparing the Camcorder
This section covers the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the lens hood, adjusting the grip belt and adjusting the viewfinder and OLED screen. When attaching the lens hood, grip belt and straps, be careful not to drop the camcorder by placing it on a table or other stable surface.
Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap
While recording, the supplied lens hood with lens barrier is effective for reducing stray light that can be the cause of lens flare and ghost images. Additionally, closing the lens barrier can help prevent fingerprints and dirt accumulation on the lens. Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it after use.
* Note that the lens cap and the lens hood with lens barrier cannot
be used simultaneously.
1 Remove the lens cap.
2 Place the lens hood on the front of the lens so that the
groove on the lens hood is aligned with the bottom of the lens ( until it stops with a click
• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.
• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.
• To remove the lens hood, turn it counterclockwise.
), and then turn the lens hood clockwise
(햳).
Using the Viewfinder
If it is difficult to use the OLED screen, you can use the viewfinder, which can be tilted 45 degrees upward. You can also use the viewfinder when you rotate the OLED panel 180 degrees to let the subject watch the recording.
1 Pull out the viewfinder.
2 Use the power switch to turn on the camcorder.
3 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment
lever.
• You can close the OLED panel or rotate it toward the subject as you prefer.
• You can tilt the viewfinder 45 degrees upward.
Dioptric adjustment lever
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• If you wear glasses, you may find the viewfinder easier to use if you flip back the outer edge of the eye cup toward the camcorder body.
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• Make sure you keep the eye cup attached when using the camcorder.
• For details about how to take care of the viewfinder, refer to Handling Precautions (A 167), Cleaning (A 171).
Adjusting the OLED Screen
Open the OLED panel 90 degrees.
• You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward.
• You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. Rotating the OLED panel 180 degrees can
be useful in the following cases:
- To allow the subject to monitor the OLED screen while you use the viewfinder.
- To allow the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller from the front.
180°
180°
90°
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• When you rotate the OLED panel, video noise may appear on the screen momentarily. This is not a malfunction.
• You can adjust the brightness of the OLED screen with the q > [OLED Brightness] setting or by holding D pressed down for more than 2 seconds. You can also adjust the brightness of the viewfinder with the q > [VF Brightness] setting.
• Adjusting the brightness does not affect the brightness of the recordings.
• Using a brighter setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack.
• For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to Handling Precautions (A 167), Cleaning (A 171).
About the OLED and viewfinder screens: The screens are produced using extremely high­precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black dots. Misfired pixels in the viewfinder may appear instead as white dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
Subject can monitor the OLED screen (you can use the viewfinder at the same time)
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Grip Belt and Straps
Fasten the grip belt.
• Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom rocker
with your index finger, and the Y button with your thumb.
Attaching an optional wrist strap
Attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt, adjust the length and fasten.
• You can use both for extra convenience and protection.
Attaching an optional shoulder strap
Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap.
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Wireless Controller
First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller.
1 Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out
the battery holder.
2 Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing
up.
3 Insert the battery holder.
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To use the wireless controller
Point the wireless controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons.
• You can rotate the OLED panel 180 degrees to use the wireless controller from the front of the camcorder.
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• When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be operated at very close range, replace the battery.
• The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight.
Using a Tripod
You can mount the camcorder on a tripod but do not use tripods with mounting screws longer than 6.5 mm as this may cause damage to the camcorder.
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Basic Operation of the Camcorder
Turning the Camcorder On and Off
You can choose to turn the camcorder on in CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings or MEDIA ( ) mode for playing back recordings. Select the mode using the power switch.
To turn on the camcorder
Set the power switch to CAMERA for mode (A 37) or MEDIA for mode (A 95).
mode mode
To turn off the camcorder
Set the power switch to OFF.
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Setting the Shooting Mode
In mode, you can change the shooting mode to match your shooting style.
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(Auto) mode
Set the mode switch to N. With this mode, the camcorder takes care of all the settings while you concentrate on recording (A 38). This operating mode is suitable if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings.
(Manual) mode
Set the mode switch to n. With this mode, you can enjoy full access to menus, settings and advanced functions (A 42).
(Cinema) mode
Set the mode switch to E. With this mode, you can give your recordings a cinematic look and use cinema-look filters to create unique movies (A 49).
Using the Touch Screen
The control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically depending on the operating mode and the task you are performing. With the intuitive touch screen interface you have all the controls at your fingertips.
Tou ch
Press on an element displayed on the touch screen. Used to start playing back a scene in an index screen, to select a setting from the menus, etc.
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Drag
Swipe your finger up and down or left and right across the screen. Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to adjust slider controls like the volume. On some screens, you can achieve the same effect by touching the triangle control buttons.
IMPORTANT
• The camcorder features a capacitive touch screen. In the following cases, you may not be able to perform touch operations correctly.
- Using your fingernails or hard-tipped objects, such as ballpoint pens.
- Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands.
- Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen.
- Attaching commercially available screen protectors or adhesive film onto the touch screen’s
surface.
Using the FUNC. Button and Joystick
You can navigate some of the camcorder’s menus and screens using the FUNC. button and joystick instead of using the touch panel.
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Joystick/SET button
When making a menu selection, push the joystick to move the orange selection frame in the menu. Then, press the joystick itself (S) to select the menu item indicated by the orange selection frame.
FUNC. button
Press the button to open the FUNC. panel and then press again to close the menu after adjusting desired settings.
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Using the Menus
Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the FUNC. panel and the setup menus. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (A 142).
FUNC. Panel
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In mode:
Operating modes:
There are three ways to access the FUNC. panel: by touching [FUNC.] on the OLED screen, by pressing F or by pushing the joystick (Ý/Þ) to select [FUNC.] and then pressing S. After the FUNC. panel is open, select the function you want to use. You may need t o sc roll up and down the screen or touch ã/ä to find the control button of the desired function. In mode, access to functions is limited.
FUNC. panel in mode
Touch the control button of the desired function
In mode:
Operating modes:
Just like during mode, you can open the FUNC. panel by touching [FUNC.] on the OLED screen, by pressing F or by pushing the joystick (Ý/Þ) to select [FUNC.] and then pressing S. After the FUNC. panel is open, select the function you want to use.
Touch the control button of the desired operation
FUNC. panel in mode
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