Canon HF R20, HF R200, HF R21 User Manual
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HD Camcorder
Instruction Manual
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Introduction
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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
WARNING!
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright
owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A systems
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenn a.
• Increase the separation between the equi pment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516)328-5600
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.
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.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
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CAUTION:
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• Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of
batteries.
• Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under
direct sunlight, fire, etc.
mportant Warning
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead sym bol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is inte nded to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder
VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A and all its accessories.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
9 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
10 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
11 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
CA-110 identification plate is located on the bottom.
While using the compact power adapter, do not wrap it or cover it with a piece of cloth,
and do not place it in confined narrow spaces.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Trademark Acknowledgements
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• 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.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• “x.v.Color” and the “x.v.Color” logo are trademarks.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI L icensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” 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.
• YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc.
• 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.
• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH
THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY
PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH
LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
• This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard an d may be used for encoding MPEG-4
compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compl iant 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.
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Exciting Features and New Functions
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1,080
lines
the special moments in your life with amazing image quality and in lifelike
vibrant colors is easy and fun!
/ Dual
High-Definition Video
Your camcorder’s full high-definition
image sensor (Full HD CMOS) captures
video at a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080
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pixels
. Videos are then recorded in the
memory in high definition, using AVCHD
specifications
With your new HD camcorder, capturing
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Decoration (0 97)
Flash Memory
You can record in the built-in
memory or on commercially
available memory cards (0 36).
You can add flare to your movies
by adding text, stamps or oven
freehand illustrations.
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“Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video
composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
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Video is recorded at this resolution only when the recording mode is set to MXP or
FXP mode. In other recording modes, the picture is recorded at 1,440 x 1,080
pixels.
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AVCHD is a standard for recording high-definition video. With AVCHD specifications, the video signal is recorded using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression and
the audio signal is recorded in Dolby Digital.
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Smart AUTO (0 43)
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Smart AUTO automatically selects the best
scene mode for the scene you want to
shoot. You get spectacular recordings
every time without worrying about settings.
Video Snapshot
(0 68)
Shoot or capture short scenes
and arrange them into a video
clip set to your favorite
background music.
Face Detection (0 66) Image Stabilization
Just point the camcorder
and it will automatically
select the best settings for
your subject
The camcorder automatically
detects people’s faces and
adjusts the focus and other
settings accordingly for beautiful
results.
Dynamic IS (0 64)
compensates for camcorder
shake when you shoot video
while walking.
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Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices
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Connect the camcorder
to an HDTV (0 114)
SD
Play video directly
from your recorded
memory card
AVCHD-compatible HDTVs and
digital recorders with an SD
memory card slot
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Eye-Fi
Use an Eye-Fi card (0 130) to
wirelessly upload recordings to your
computer or a video sharing Web site.
High Definition
AVCHD
Convert your HD movies, in the
camcorder itself, to standard definition
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Refer to the instruction manual of the device compatible with the type of card
memory used. Depending on the device used, correct playback may not be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible. In such case, play back the recordings on the memory card using the camcorder.
files (0 125).
Standard
Definition
MPEG-2
Use the supplied PIXELA's software
Save or upload to
the Web.
(0 119, 125).
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Table of contents
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Introduction
6 Exciting Features and New Functions
14 About this Manual
16 Getting to Know the Camcorder
16 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
18 Names of Parts
Preparations
21 Getting Started
21 Charging the Battery Pack
24 Preparing the Accessories
27 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen
29 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
29 Using the Touch Screen
30 Operating Modes
32 Using the Menus
34 First Time Settings
34 Setting the Date and Time
35 Changing the Language
35 Changing the Time Zone
36 Using a Memory Card
36 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder
38 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
39 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings
40 Relay Recording of Movies
41 Initializing the Memory
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Smart AUTO Mode
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43 Basic Recording
43 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in Smart AUTO Mode
47 Zooming
49 Quick Start Function
Video
50 Basic Playback
50 Playing Back the Video
54 3D Flip View
54 The Index Selection Screen: Selecting the Content to Play
56 Date Index Screen and Gallery Screen
56 Deleting Scenes
58 Advanced Functions
58 Shooting Video in Flexible Recording Mode
59 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)
60 Selecting the Frame Rate
61 Special Scene Recording Programs and Programmed AE
63 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your
64 Image Stabilization
65 Pre-Recording
66 Face Detection
67 Touch & Track
68 Video Snapshot
69 Digital Effects
70 Manual Exposure Adjustment
71 Manual Focus Adjustment
72 Tele-macro
73 White Balance
74 Self Timer
75 Audio Recording Level
77 Using Headphones
80 Selecting the Playback Starting Point
82 Playing Back Scenes or Slideshow Set to Background
Back
Recordings
Music
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87 Onscreen Displays and Data Code
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87 Rating Scenes
90 Gallery and Scene Operations
90 Managing Stories
94 Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes and Photos from a
96 Dividing Scenes
97 Decorating Scenes
Movie
Photos
103 Basic Playback
103 Viewing Photos
105 Deleting Photos
107 Additional Functions
107 Taking Photos in Flexible Recording Mode
108 Selecting Photo Size
109 Slideshow
External Connections
111 Terminals on the Camcorder
112 Connection Diagrams
114 Playback on a TV Screen
116 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings
116 Copying Recordings to a Memory Card
119 Saving Recordings on a Computer
122 Saving Movies onto Standard-Definition Discs (DVD)
123 Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
125 Uploading Movies to Video Sharing Web Sites
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Additional Information
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132 Appendix: Menu Options Lists
132 FUNC. Panel
136 Setup Menus
147 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays
152 Trouble?
152 Troubleshooting
159 List of Messages
166 Do’s and Don’ts
166 Handling Precautions
170 Maintenance/Others
171 Using the Camcorder Abroad
172 General Information
172 Accessories
173 Optional Accessories
176 Product Codes
177 Specifications
182 Index
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About this Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R21 / VIXIA HF R20 /
VIXIA HF R200. 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 (0 152).
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.
• 0: Reference page number within this manual.
• / : Text that applies only to the model(s) shown in the icon.
• When you see the r icon, you will need to refer also to the
'Photo Application' Instruction Manual, included as a PDF file in the
supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc, to complete the operation.
• The following terms are used in this manual:
When not specified as “memory card” or “built-in memory”, the term
“memory” by itself refers to both.
“Screen” refers to the LCD screen.
“Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the
g button to start recording until you press again to pause
the recording.
• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with
a still camera. Unless indicated otherwise, illustrations and menu
icons refer to the .
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Self Timer
• n appears .
• Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off the self timer.
For movies: In record pause mode, press g.
The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The
countdown appears on the screen.
For photos: Press j, first halfway to activate the autofocus and
then fully.
The camcorder will record the photo after a 10-second countdown. The
countdown appears on the screen.
NOTES
• Once the countdown has begun, any of the following actions will cancel
the self timer.
- Pressing g (whe n recording movies) or j fully (when
recording photos).
- Turning off the camcorder.
- Changing the camcorder’s operating mode.
Operating modes:
[FUNC.] 8 [MENU] 8 8 8 [Self Timer] 8
[A On n] 8 [a]
indicates that a function is available in
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the operating mode indicated and
indicates that the function is not available. For
a detailed explanation refer to Operating
Modes (0 30).
Brackets [ ]are used to refer to control
buttons and menu options you will
touch on the screen and to other
onscreen messages and displays.
The names of physical buttons
and switches on the
camcorder are indicated within
a “button” frame.
For example z.
The 8 arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections.
For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus,
refer to Using the Menus (0 32). For a concise
summary of all available menu options and settings,
refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (0 132).
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Getting to Know the Camcord er
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Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:
XCA-110 Compact Power Adapter*
BP-110 Battery PackW
XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable
STV-250N Stereo Video CableW
Yellow • Red • White plugs
XHTC-100/S HDMI Cable
Quick GuideW
XStylus Pen
* CA-110E including power cord, in Asia.
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The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:
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• PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM
software
- PIXELA’s Transfer Utility - Software for saving and transferring movies
and music files you can use as background music.
• PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM
- PIXELA’s VideoBrowser - Software for managing, editing, and playing
back movies.
Instruction Manual/Photo Applications Ver.35
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Image Mix Data CD-ROM (referred to in this manual as “Camcorder
Supplemental Disc”)
- Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the
camcorder (this PDF file).
- Photo Application - Software for saving, managing, and printing
photos.
- Music data - Music files that can be used as background music during
playback. These music files are for exclusive use with the supplied
PIXELA’s software. The disc cannot be played back on CD players.
- Image mix data - Image files that can be used to mix with live video for
the image mix function.
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The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
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and Installation Guide for PIXELA’s
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1
/Music Data/
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Names of Parts
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Left side view
Right side view
1 RESET button (0 156)
2 button (0 30)/ / WEB
button (0 125)
3 2 (camera/play) button (0 31)
4 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button
(0 68)
5 DISP. (onscreen display) button
(0 87)/
BATT. INFO button (0 151)
6 MIC terminal (0 79)
7 USB terminal (0 111, 114)
8 HDMI OUT terminal (0 111, 112)
9 Memory card slot X (0 38)
Aq Memory card slot Y (0 38)
Aa Double memory card slot cover
As Terminal cover
Ad DC IN terminal (0 21)
Af COMPONENT OUT terminal
(0 111, 113)
Ag AV O UT terminal ( 0 111, 113)/
X (headphones) terminal (0 77)
Ah Strap mount (0 25)
Aj Grip belt (0 24)
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Front view
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Top vie w
Ak Stereo microphone (0 75)
Al Zoom lever (0 47)
Sq PHOTO button (0 43, 107)
Sa ACCESS indicator (0 43, 58, 107)
Ss POWER button
Sd ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:
Green – ON
Orange – Standby (0 49)
Red – Charging (0 21)
Sf LCD touch screen (0 27, 29)
LCD panel
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Back view
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Bottom view
Sg Speaker (0 52)
Sh START/STOP button (0 43, 58)
Sj Tripod socket (0 167)
Sk Serial number
The serial number label is located on
the battery compartment cover.
Sl Battery compartment cover (0 21)
Dq Battery compartment (0 21)
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Preparations
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This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the
touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to
help you learn more about your camcorder.
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. The first time you
use a battery pack or if you have not used
the battery pack for an extended period
of time, 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.
For approximate charging times and
recording/playback times with a fully
charged battery pack, refer to the tables
on page 173.
1 Plug the compact power adapter into
a power outlet.
For Asia only: Connect the power cord
to the compact power adapter.
2 Connect the compact power adapter
to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
When connecting the compact power
adapter’s cable to the camcorder, make
sure to align the triangle marks on the cable’s connector and on the
camcorder’s terminal ( ).
ON/OFF (CHG)
(charge) indicator
For Asia only:
DC IN terminal
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3 Slide the battery compartment cover
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away from the lens and open it.
4 Insert the battery pack all the way
into the compartment and press
gently until it clicks.
5 Close the cover and slide it toward
the lens until you hear a click.
6 Charging will start when the
camcorder is turned off.
• If the camcorder was on, the green
ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out
when you turn off the camcorder.
After a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG)
indicator will start flashing in red
(battery pack charging). The red ON/
OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when
the battery pack is fully charged.
• If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to
Troubleshooting (0 152).
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To remove the battery pack
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1 Slide the battery compartment
cover away from the lens and
open it.
2 Raise the edge of the battery
pack in the direction of the
arrow and pull out the battery
pack.
3 Close the cover and slide it
toward the lens until you hear a
click.
IMPORTANT
• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the com-
pact power adapter. After pressing x to turn off the camcorder,
important data is updated in the memory. Be sure to wait until the green
ON/OFF (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 con-
nect 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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• The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between
10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). Outside the temperature range of
approximately 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), charging will not start.
Also, when the battery itself is outside the temperature range of approximately 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), charging will not start.
• During charging, if you disconnect the compact power adapter from the
DC IN terminal or unplug it from the power outlet, make sure the ON/
OFF (CHG) indicator has gone out before connecting or plugging the
compact power adapter again.
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• If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder
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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.
• USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that
powers the product is recyclable. Please call
1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this
battery.
Preparing the Accessories
Grip Belt
Fasten the grip belt.
Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach
the zoom lever with your index finger, and
the g button with your thumb.
To remove the grip belt
1 Lift the padded handgrip’s flap and detach the strap from the
Velcro pad.
2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the
camcorder, then to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to
remove it from the rear bracket on the camcorder.
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Stylus Pen
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Straps
To attach an optional wrist strap
Pass the attaching end of the wrist strap
through the rear bracket on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through
the loop and fasten.
You can also attach the wrist strap to the
strap mount on the grip belt to use both
for extra convenience and protection.
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To attach an optional shoulder strap
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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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Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen
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Rotating the LCD Panel
Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.
• You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward.
• You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. Rotating the
LCD panel 180 degrees can be useful when you wish to include yourself
in the picture when recording with the self timer.
180°
180°
90°
NOTES
• About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-precision 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, red, blue or green dots. This has no
effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
LCD Backlight
When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD
screen. Turn on the LCD backlight to make it brighter.
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
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With the camcorder on, hold h pressed down for more than
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2 seconds.
• Repeat this action to switch the LCD backlight between off (normal) and
on (bright).
•If 6 8 [LCD Screen Dimmer] is set to [A On], pressing h for
more than 2 seconds will turn off the screen dimmer and return the LCD
screen to its previous brightness setting.
NOTES
• The LCD backlight does not affect the brightness of the recordings.
• Using the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack.
• You can further adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with the 6
8 [LCD Brightness] setting, or dim it with the 6 8 [LCD Screen
Dimmer] setting to use in places where the light from the LCD screen
can be a nuisance.
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Basic Operation of the Camcorder
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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. You can easily operate the touch screen using your
finger or the supplied stylus pen. With the intuitive touch screen interface you have all the controls at your fingertips.
To uc h
Press firmly 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, to select the subject whom
the camcorder will recognize as the
main subject of the scene, etc.
Drag
While applying pressure, 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.
IMPORTANT
• The camcorder uses a pressure-sensitive touch screen. Press
firmly when using touch operations.
• If you press the touch screen hard, the area pressed may appear white
or black. This is a characteristic of the touch screen and will not cause a
malfunction. Also, this will not affect your recordings.
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• In the following cases, you may not be able to perform touch operations
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correctly.
- Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands or using your
fingernails or other hard-tipped objects other than the stylus pen, such
as ballpoint pens.
- Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen.
- Attaching commercially available screen protectors or adhesive film
onto the touch screen's surface.
Operating Modes
Recording
The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos:
Smart AUTO ( ) mode for beginners or if you just prefer not to
bother with detailed camcorder settings, and flexible recording ( )
mode, which lets you change the camcorder’s settings to your preference. Press the button to switch the camcorder to mode
and press the button again to switch back to mode. In either
mode, you can record movies by pressing g or take photos
by pressing j.
Operating
mode
* The mode icon displayed will change according to the optimal mode selected by
the Smart AUTO function.
Onscreen
icon
*
Operation
Easy recording of movies and photos (0 43).
Recording of movies (0 58) and photos (0 107)
while enjoying full access to the menus and
advanced functions.
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