Canon HF-G60 User Manual

4K Camcorder

PUB. DIE-0535-000

Instruction Manual

NTSC

Introduction

Highlights of the Camcorder

The Canon VIXIA HF G60 4K 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.

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4K Recording

Advanced sensor and image processor

At the heart of the camcorder is the 1.0 in. single
plate CMOS sensor with an 8,290,000 effective pixel
count, and the DIGIC DV 6 imaging platform.
Thanks to its advanced high-sensitivity and noise
reduction technology, the camcorder can shoot
nuanced images with little noise even in low-light
situations.

Wide zoom lens

The camcorder features a 15x optical zoom lens
with a focal length at full wide angle of 25.5 mm*
(35 mm equivalent), offering superb wide-angle
shooting capability.

* Except when using Dynamic IS.

Convenience and Functionality

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 53)
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 easily change the ring's
functionality so that you can operate the zoom. You
can also assign certain frequently used functions to
a customizable button and adjust those functions
with the accompanying dial (A 83). Additionally,
the camcorder also features 5 assignable buttons
on the camcorder and one onscreen assignable
touch button to which you can assign a variety of
functions to access them with ease (A 84).

SD card recording options

The camcorder can record 4K video in MP4 format
on an SD card. It is equipped with 2 SD card slots,
allowing you to use dual recording to record the
same clip on two SD cards, or relay recording to
automatically switch to the other SD card when the
one being used is full (A 33).

Time code options (A 66)

The time code generated by the camcorder can be
output from the HDMI OUT terminal in order to
synchronize it with other external devices. A user bit
code (A 68) can also be output with the output
signal.

Dual Pixel CMOS AF

The camcorder features Dual Pixel CMOS AF
technology for improved autofocus functions
(A 42). In addition to continuous AF, AF-boosted
MF lets you focus manually most of the way and let
the camcorder finish focusing automatically. With
AF-boosted MF the camcorder does not perform
unreliable focus adjustments, resulting in a more
stable focusing operation than with continuous AF.
The camcorder can also focus automatically on
people's faces and track moving subjects while
keeping them in focus (A 47). Furthermore, the
camcorder can be in manual focus but switch to
autofocus when a face is detected (face-only AF),
ensuring that important subjects are in focus
(A 48).

Dual Pixel Focus Guide (A 44)

The focus guide serves as a visual, intuitive guide
that you can use to check if the image is in focus
and the required adjustment, if it is not. This can be
very helpful to ensure you always get amazingly
sharp 4K video.

MP4 Join Tool

MP4 Join Tool (A 99) is a small application that lets
you join MP4 clips that were split into multiple files.

Creativity and Artistic Expression

Special recording modes

When you make recordings, you can change the
recording frame rate to achieve a fast or slow motion
effect (A 41). Alternatively, you can use pre­recording to record 3 seconds before you press the
button, helping you capture those hard-to-catch
opportunities (A 78).

A 65)

Looks (

You can adjust various aspects of the picture, such
as the color depth, sharpness and brightness, to
create a desired "look". If you prefer, you can use
one of the preset looks offered. The [ Neutral]
look for example produces a more natural perceived
resolution, while the [ Wide DR] look applies a
gamma curve with a very wide dynamic range and
an appropriate color matrix.

Other Features

• Battery packs compatible with Intelligent System
for better remaining usage time information.

• Compatibility with the optional GP-E2 GPS
Receiver to geotag your recordings (A 80).

• Compatibility with the optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller when you need a professional level of
remote operation (A 79).

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Tab le of Con te nt s

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1. Introduction 7

About this Manual 7

Conventions Used in this Manual 7
Before Using the Camcorder 8

Supplied Accessories 9
Names of Parts 10

Camcorder 10
WL-D89 Wireless Controller 15

2. Preparations 17

Preparing the Power Supply 17

Attaching the Ferrite Core 17
Charging a Battery Pack 17

Preparing the Camcorder 20

Attaching the Lens Hood 20
Using the LCD Screen 21
Using the Viewfinder 21
Adjusting the Grip Belt and Using Straps 22
Wireless Controller 23

Basic Operation of the Camcorder 24

Turning the Camcorder On and Off 24
Changing the Camcorder's Operating Mode 25

Date, Time and Language Settings 26

Setting the Date and Time 26
Changing the Language 27
Changing the Time Zone 27

Using the Menus 28

Setup Menus 28
FUNC Menu 29

Using SD Cards 31

Compatible SD Cards 31
Inserting and Removing an SD Card 32
Initializing an SD Card 32
Selecting the SD Card for Recordings 33
Dual Recording and Relay Recording 33
Recovering Clips 34

3. Recording 35

Recording Video and Photos 35

Recording 35
Reviewing the Latest Clip Recorded 37
Onscreen Displays 37

Video Configuration: Resolution, Bit Rate and

Frame Rate 40

Selecting the Resolution and Bit Rate 40
Selecting the Frame Rate 40

Slow & Fast Motion Recording 41
Adjusting the Focus 42

Manual Focus 42
AF-Boosted MF 45
Continuous AF 46
Changing the AF Frame Size 46
Face Detection & Tracking 47

Zooming 49

Using the Focus/Zoom Ring 49
Using the Grip Zoom Rocker 49
Using the Supplied Wireless Controller or an

Optional Remote Controller 51
Using the Touch Screen’s Zoom Controls 51
Digital Tele-Converter 52

Image Stabilization 53

Dynamic IS or Standard IS 53
Powered IS 53

Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 54
Shooting Modes 55

Special Scene Modes 55

Adjusting the Exposure 57

Manual Exposure (n)57
Automatic Exposure: Programmed AE (’)58
Automatic Exposure: Shutter Priority (‚)58
Automatic Exposure: Aperture Priority (“)58
Touch Exposure 59
Exposure Lock (AE Lock) 59
Exposure Compensation 60
Backlight Correction 60
Zebra Pattern 61

ND Filter 62
White Balance 63
Using Looks 65
Setting the Time Code 66

Selecting the Time Code Mode 66
Selecting Drop Frame or Non-Drop Frame 67

Setting the User Bit 68
Using the Mini Advanced Shoe 69

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Recording Audio 70

Connecting an External Microphone to the

Camcorder 70
Audio Scenes 70
Adjusting the Audio Recording Level 72
Advanced Audio Input Settings 72

Using Headphones 76
Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 77

Color Bars 77
Audio Reference Signal 77

Pre-Recording 78
Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote

Controller 79

Using the Optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver 80

4. Customization 83

CUSTOM Dial and Button 83
Assignable Buttons 84

Assignable functions 85

Saving and Loading Menu Settings 86

Saving Menu Settings 86
Loading Menu Settings 86

5. Playback 87

Playback 87

The Playback Index Screen 87

Changing the Index Screen 87
Playing Back Recordings 88
Playback Controls 89
Adjusting the Volume 89
Displaying Clip Information 90

Clip and Photo Operations 91

Deleting Clips and Photos 91
Trimming Clips 92
Copying Clips and Photos 93

7. Saving Clips 99

Working with Clips on a Computer 99

8. Additional Information 101

Menu Options 101

FUNC menu in mode 101
FUNC menu in mode 102
Setup Menus 102

Troubleshooting 108

List of Messages 111

Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 113
Maintenance/Others 117
Optional Accessories 118
Specifications 120
Reference Tables 123

Approximate Recording Time on an SD Card 123
Charging Times 123
Approximate Usage Times with a Fully Charged

Battery Pack 123

Index 124

6. External Connections 95

Video Output Configuration 95

Video Output Configuration (Recording) 95
Video Output Configuration (Playback) 96

Connecting to an External Monitor 97

Connection Diagram 97
Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 97
Selecting the Video Output’s Scan Mode 98

Introduction

Operating modes:

Position of the power switch: shooting (CAMERA) or playback (MEDIA) mode.
For details, refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A 24).

Position of the mode switch. For details refer to Changing the Camcorder's
Operating Mode (A 25).

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About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G60. Please read this manual carefully before you use the
camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to
Troubleshooting (A 108).

Conventions Used in this Manual

• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.

• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.

• A: Reference page number within this manual.

• The following terms are used in this manual:
“Screen” refers to the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
“Card” refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC card.
“Clip” refers to a single movie unit recorded with a single recording operation (for example, from the point when
the REC button is pressed to start recording until it is pressed again to stop).

• Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.

• Some screenshots in this manual have been simplified to make them easier to read.

• Operating mode icons: A shaded icon (like ) indicates that the function described can be used in the
operating mode shown; a non-shaded icon (like ) indicates that the function cannot be used.

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About this Manual

IMPORTANT

This indicates to press
the MENU button.

Brackets [ ] indicate text as it appears on the
camcorder's screen (menu options, onscreen
buttons, messages, etc.).

This arrow indicates a deeper
level in the menu hierarchy or
the next step in a procedure.

1 Select [Initialize] for the desired SD card.

> [3 " Recording Setup] > [Initialize 8] > [6 Mem. Card A]

2 Select [Yes].

The menu page number is given
only for main procedures.

• The following style is used to represent menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus,

refer to Using the Menus (A 28). For a summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to Menu
Options (A 101).

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Before Using the Camcorder

• Before making important recordings for the first time, make test recordings using the video configuration(s) you
plan to use to check that the camcorder operates correctly. Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly,
refer to Troubleshooting (A 108).

• Copyright notice: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright
owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

• About the LCD and viewfinder screens: The screens are produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing
techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Very rarely, pixels may misfire or
light up permanently. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator (A 12) is illuminated or flashing in red. Failing
to do so may result in permanent data loss.

- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.

- Do not open the card compartment cover.

- Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.

- When a USB cable is connected to the camcorder, do not disconnect the USB cable.

Supplied Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:

Supplied Accessories

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CA-570 Compact Power Adapter

(incl. power cord)

Lens cap WL-D89 Wireless Controller

Ferrite Core BP-820 Battery Pack Lens hood with lens barrier

Quick Guide

(incl. CR2025 lithium button

battery)

Names of Parts

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78 9 10

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45 6

Names of Parts

Camcorder

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1 ND FILTER +/– buttons (A 62)
2 PRE REC (pre-recording) button (A 78)/

Assignable button 3 (A 84)

3 u (review recording) button (A 37)/

Assignable button 4 (A 84)
4 Lens barrier switch (A 35)
5Lens hood (A 20)

6 Focus/Zoom ring (A 42, 49)
7 CUSTOM (customizable) dial (A 83)
8 CUSTOM (customizable) button (A 83)
9 Focus/Zoom ring switch (A 42, 49)
10 DISP (onscreen display) button (A 37)/

BATT. INFO (battery information) button (A 19)

Names of Parts

2

7

3

1

5

6

8

9

4

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1DC IN terminal (A 17)
2 REMOTE terminal

For connecting the optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller (A 79) or commercially available
remote controllers.

3 Built-in speaker (A 89)

4 Lens hood release button (A 20)
5 Grip belt (A 22)
6USB terminal (A 80)
7 HDMI OUT terminal (A 97)
8 × (headphones) terminal (A 76)
9MIC terminal (A 70)

Names of Parts

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1

2

3

4

5

6

7

1 Joystick/SET button (A 28)
2 MENU button (A 28)
3 Remote sensor (A 23)
4 AF/MF button (A 42)/

Assignable button 1 (A 84)
5 POWERED IS button (A 53)/

Assignable button 2 (A 84)
6 LCD touch screen (A 21)
7 Serial number

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9

10

11

12

13

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8 Viewfinder (A 21)
9 ACCESS (card access) indicator (A 8, 35)
10 Dioptric adjustment lever (A 21)
11 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 45)/

Assignable button 5 (A 84)
12 Strap mount (A 22)
13 REC (start/stop recording video) button (A 35)
14 Battery attachment unit (A 17)

Names of Parts

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1 Mini advanced shoe (A 69)
2 POWER/CHG (battery charging) indicator

(A 17)

3 Power switch (A 24)
4 Cold shoe
5 Built-in stereo microphone (A 70)
6Grip zoom rocker (A 49)

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7 Mode switch (A 25)
8 Card compartment cover (A 32)
9 SD card slot 2
10 SD card slot 3
11 SD CARD (open the card compartment cover)

switch (A 32)

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Names of Parts

134

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1 Socket for tripod's anti-rotation pin
2 Tripod socket

For use with tripods with a mounting screw up to 6 mm (0.24 in.) long

3 BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 18)
4Eye cup (A 21)

WL-D89 Wireless Controller

Names of Parts

1
2

3

4
5

6

1 START/STOP button (A 35)

Same as the REC button on the camcorder,
used to start/stop recording video.

2 G (open the index selection screen) button

(A 87)
3 MENU button (A 28)
4 DISP. (onscreen display) button (A 37)
5 SET button (A 28)

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8

9

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Ñ (stop) button (A 88)

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7 PHOTO button (A 36)
8 Zoom buttons (A 51)
9 Navigation buttons (Í/Î/Ï/Ð)
10 Ò (play/pause) button (A 88)

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Names of Parts

Preparations

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Preparing the Power Supply

You can power the camcorder using a battery pack or directly using the supplied compact power adapter. If you
connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder while a battery pack is attached, the camcorder will draw
power from the power outlet.

Attaching the Ferrite Core

Attach the enclosed ferrite core before you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. Attaching the
ferrite core to the compact power adapter cable is necessary to suppress RF interference.

1 Attach the ferrite core to the cable about 6 cm (2.4 in.) from the DC plug

(the plug to be connected to the DC IN terminal).

2Pass the cable through the center of the core and wrap it around the core

(as shown in the illustration), then close the unit until it clicks shut.

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Charging a Battery Pack

You can power the camcorder using the supplied BP-820 Battery Pack or the optional BP-828 Battery Pack.
Both battery packs are compatible with Intelligent System so you can check the approximate remaining battery
usage time (in minutes) on the screen. For more accurate readings, when using a battery pack for the first time,
charge it fully and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely depleted.

1 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and plug the power cord into a power outlet.

2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

Preparing the Power Supply

IMPORTANT

NOTES

Illuminated in red while
the battery is charging

햲

햳

3 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off.

• The POWER/CHG (charge) indicator will illuminate in red while the battery is charging. If the POWER/CHG

indicator starts flashing, refer to Troubleshooting (A 109).

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4 When the POWER/CHG indicator goes out, the battery is fully charged.

• Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder and unplug the power cord.

To remove the battery pack

1 Slide the BATTERY RELEASE switch in the direction of the arrow

and hold it pressed down.

2 Slide the battery pack down and then pull it out.

• Do not connect to the compact power adapter any product that is not expressly recommended for use with
this camcorder.

• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. After you turn off the
camcorder, important data is updated on the SD card. Be sure to wait until the green POWER/CHG indicator
goes out.

• When using the compact power adapter, do not fix it permanently to one place as this may cause a
malfunction.

• 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.

• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). If
either the ambient temperature or the battery pack’s temperature is outside the range of approx. 0 °C to 40 °C
(32 °F to 104 °F), 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.

Preparing 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.

• Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day
before, to ensure a full charge.

• We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.

• For handling precautions regarding the battery pack, refer to Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions
(A 113). For charging times and approximate usage times, refer to Reference Tables (A 123).

Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

With the camcorder turned off, press the BATT. INFO button to
display for about 5 seconds a screen showing the approximate
battery charge level. Note that if the battery charge is too low,
the battery information screen may not appear.

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Preparing the Camcorder

IMPORTANT

NOTES

햲

햳

Lens hood release
button

Preparing the Camcorder

This section covers basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the lens hood, adjusting the
viewfinder and LCD screen, and adjusting the grip belt.

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• Be careful not to drop the camcorder when attaching, removing or adjusting the various accessories. Using a
table or other stable surface is recommended.

Attaching the Lens Hood

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.

1 Remove the lens cap.

2 Align the groove on the lens hood with the index

mark on the top of the lens (
lens hood clockwise 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.

햲), and then turn the

(햳).

To rem o v e th e l en s hood

1Press and hold the lens hood release button and turn

the lens hood counterclockwise.

2 Place the lens cap back on the lens.

About the lens cap:

• Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it after use.

• The lens cap and lens hood cannot be used simultaneously. To attach the lens hood, remove the lens cap in
advance.

Preparing the Camcorder

NOTES

햲

햳

햳

햳

햴

햲

Dioptric adjustment
lever

Using the LCD Screen

Open the LCD panel 90 degrees and adjust the viewing
angle.

• You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with the > [£ Display Setup] > [LCD Brightness]

and [LCD Backlight] settings. When the camcorder is on, you can also press and hold the DISP button for
more than 2 seconds to change the [LCD Backlight] setting between bright and normal or from dim to normal.

• Adjusting the brightness does not affect the brightness of recordings.

• Using a brighter setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack.

• When the LCD panel is rotated 180 degrees toward the subject, you can use the > [£ Display
Setup] > [LCD Mirror Image] setting to flip the screen's image horizontally so it shows a mirror image of the
subject.

• For details about how to take care of the LCD screen, refer to Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions
(A 113), Cleaning (A 117).

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Using the Viewfinder

Adjust the position of the viewfinder to a comfortable angle. You can also adjust the diopter, if necessary.

1 Turn on the camcorder (A 24) and close the LCD panel.

2 Pull out the viewfinder and adjust the viewing angle.

3Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment lever.

Preparing the Camcorder

NOTES

• The viewfinder and LCD screen cannot be used simultaneously. To use the viewfinder, make sure to close the
LCD panel and pull out the viewfinder.

• You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder with the > [£ Display Setup] > [Viewfinder

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Backlight] setting.

• Make sure you keep the eye cup attached when using the camcorder.
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.

Adjusting the Grip Belt and Using Straps

Fasten the grip belt.

• Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the grip zoom rocker
with your index finger, and the REC button with your thumb.

To attach an optional WS-20 Wrist Strap To attach an optional SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap

Wireless Controller

NOTES

햲

햳

햴

햵

First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the
wireless controller.

1Press the tab in the direction of the arrow (햲) and pull out

the battery holder (

2 Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up

(

햴).

3Insert the battery holder (

To u se the wireless controller

Point the wireless controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when
you press the buttons.

• You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to use the wireless
controller from the front of the camcorder.

햳).

햵).

Preparing 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.

Basic Operation of the Camcorder

NOTES

mode mode

Basic Operation of the Camcorder

Turning the Camcorder On and Off

The camcorder has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings or MEDIA ( ) mode

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for playing back recordings. Select the operating mode using the power switch.

To turn on the camcorder

Set the power switch to CAMERA for mode (A 35) or
MEDIA for mode (A 87).

To turn off the camcorder

Set the power switch to OFF.

• When you turn on the camcorder, the POWER/CHG indicator will illuminate in green. You can set >

[B System Setup] > [POWER LED] to [j Off] so the power indicator does not illuminate.

Basic Operation of the Camcorder

Changing the Camcorder's Operating Mode

When making recordings, you can change the camera mode to match your shooting style (A 35).

(Auto) mode

Set the mode switch to N. With this mode, the camcorder takes care of all the settings
while you concentrate on recording. This operating mode is suitable if you just prefer not to
bother with detailed camcorder settings.

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(Manual) mode

Set the mode switch to n. With this mode, you can enjoy full access to menus, settings and
advanced functions.

Date, Time and Language Settings

NOTES

Date, Time and Language Settings

Setting the Date and Time

You will need to set the date and time of the camcorder

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before you can start using it. The [Date/Time] screen will
appear automatically when the camcorder’s clock is not set.

Operating modes:

1 Turn on the camcorder.

• The [Date/Time] screen will appear.

2 Touch a field you want to change (year, month, day, hours or minutes).

• You can also push the joystick (ÏÐ) to move between the fields.

3 Touch [Í] or [Î] to change the field as necessary.

• You can also push the joystick (Ý) to change the field.

4 Set the correct date and time by changing all the fields in the same way.

5 Touch [Y.M.D], [M.D,Y] or [D.M.Y] to select the date format you prefer.

• You can also push the joystick to select the desired button and press SET to confirm. The same is true for
the rest of the steps in this procedure.

• In some screens, the date will be displayed in short form (numbers instead of month names or only the day
and month), but it will still follow the order you selected.

6 Touch [24H] to use 24-hour clock or leave it unselected to use 12-hour clock (AM/PM).

7 Touch [OK] to start the clock and close the setup screen.

• With the following settings, you can change the time zone, date and time also after the initial setup. You can
also change the date format and clock format (12 or 24 hours).

- > [ System Setup] > [Time Zone/DST]

- > [ System Setup] > [Date/Time]

• When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in backup battery may be depleted
completely and the date and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in backup battery
(A 115) and set the time zone, date and time again.

• Using the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver, you can have the camcorder adjust settings automatically according
to the UTC date/time information received from the GPS signal (A 80).

Date, Time and Language Settings

Changing the Language

The default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 27 languages.
Refer to Setup Menus (A 28) for details on how to navigate the menu to complete this procedure.

Operating modes:

1 Select [Language H].

> [B ! System Setup] > [Language H]

2 Select the desired language and then select [OK].

3 Select [X] to close the menu.

Changing the Time Zone

Change the time zone to match your location. The default setting is New York. In addition, the camcorder is able
to retain the date and time of an additional location. This is convenient when you travel so that you can set the
camcorder to match the time of your home location or that of your travel destination.
Refer to Setup Menus (A 28) for details on how to navigate the menu to complete this procedure.

Operating modes:

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1 Select [Time Zone/DST].

> [B ! System Setup] > [Time Zone/DST]

2 Select ["] to set the home time zone, or [#] to set the time zone of your destination when you are

traveling.

3 Select [Ï] or [Ð] to set the desired time zone. If necessary, select [$] to adjust for daylight saving

time.

4 Select [X] to close the menu.

Using the Menus

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 (in the manual, "press SET") to
select the menu item indicated by the orange selection
frame.

MENU button

Press the button to open the setup menus and then
press again to close the menu after adjusting desired
settings.

Using the Menus

The camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the setup menus, accessed by pressing the MENU button, or
from the FUNC menu, accessed by touching or selecting the onscreen [FUNC] button. For details about the
available menu options and settings, refer to Menu Options (A 101).

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Operating modes:

Setup Menus

Following is a step-by-step explanation of how to select a
typical option from the setup menus. Some menu items may
require additional steps. Such operations will be explained in
the respective section of the manual.
For brevity's sake, references to menu settings throughout the
manual may be abbreviated as follows:

> [B ! System Setup] > [Language H] >

Desired option

To u se the touch panel

1Press the MENU button.

2 Touch the icon of the desired setup menu from the top row.

• In the example, the B icon, corresponding to the [System Setup] menu.

3 Touch the desired menu item ([Language H], in the example).

• If the desired menu item does not appear in the menu page displayed, drag your finger left/right to scroll

through other menu pages.

• For main procedures, the page number may be given in the manual (!, in the example). If you know the

page number, you can touch the number icon at the top left of the screen to open directly the desired menu
page.

• The page number may differ depending on the camcorder’s operating mode. Throughout the manual,

procedures for functions that can be used in both modes give the page number in mode.

4 Touch the desired setting option and then touch [X] to close the menu.

• You can touch [L] to return to the previous menu page.

Using the Menus

NOTES

FUNC menu in mode

To u se the joystick

1Press the MENU button.

2Push the joystick (Þ) to select the icon of the desired setup menu.

• In the example, the B icon, corresponding to the [System Setup] menu.

• If one of the icons in the top row is not selected when you open the menu, first push the joystick (Ý) to

move the orange selection frame to one of the icons.

3Push the joystick (Ý) to select the desired menu item ([Language H], in the example) and then

press SET.

• If the desired menu item does not appear in the menu page displayed, push the joystick (Þ) to scroll

through other menu pages.

• For main procedures, the page number may be given in the manual (!, in the example), making it easier to

find the desired menu page.

4Push the joystick (Ý) to select the desired setting option and then press SET.

5Press the MENU button to close the menu.

• You can push the joystick to highlight the [L] button and press SET to return to the previous menu page.
You can also highlight the [X] button and press SET to close the menu.

• You can press the MENU button on the supplied wireless controller to display the setup menus.

•Touching [X] or pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.

• Unavailable items may appear grayed out.

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FUNC Menu

In mode, the FUNC menu offers a quick way to control various shooting related functions such as white
balance, exposure, focus, etc. Available functions are more limited in mode.

To u se the touch panel

1 Touch [FUNC] on the shooting screen.

2 Touch the icon of the desired function on the left

column.

• If necessary, touch [ ]/[ ] to scroll up/down.

3 Touch the icon of the desired setting on the bottom

row.

4 Touch [X] to close the FUNC menu or [L] to return

to the left column.

To u se the joystick

1 On the shooting screen, push the joystick to select [FUNC] and then press SET.

2Push the joystick (Ý) to select the desired icon from the left column and then press SET.

3Push the joystick (Þ) to select the desired icon from the bottom row and then press SET.

• To select a value from an adjustment dial, first push the joystick (Î) to highlight the dial in orange and then
(Þ) to select the desired value.

4 Select [X] to close the FUNC menu or [L] to return to the left column.

Using the Menus

NOTES

• Depending on the selected function, other buttons, adjustment dials, and other controls may appear on the
screen. These are explained in the respective section of the manual.

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