Canon LEGRIA HF21 Instruction Manual
PUB. DIE-0332-000
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HD Camcorder
Instruction Manual
Introduction
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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
WARNING!
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.
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.
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. Heat may build up, the plastic case may deform and it
could result in electric shock or fire.
CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Using any device other than the Compact Power Adapter CA-570 may damage the
camcorder.
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European Union (and EEA) only.
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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 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)
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and Sony Corporation.
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• 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.
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.
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Enjoying High-Definition Video with
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your Camcorder
Preserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery or
cherished moments spent with family and friends, with high-definition
video recordings of a quality second only to actually being there.
What is High-Definition Video?
1,080
lines
Capture the finest detail, like the
movement or shine of a single
strand of hair
Your camcorder features a full high-definition image sensor (Full HD CMOS)
that captures video at a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels1. This results in
video recordings of unparalleled high quality, fine detail and lifelike vivid
colors.
How does full high definition compare with standard-definition TV
broadcasts?
Approximately 5 times the number of pixels.
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Almost 90% more scanning lines.
1.9
“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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What are the advantages of flash memory?
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Your videos and photos are recorded in the built-in memory or on
commercially available SD/SDHC memory cards2 using AVCHD
specifications3. Recording on flash memory means that there are no moving
parts in the recorder unit of the camcorder. To you, it means a camcorder
that is smaller, lighter and faster. In fact, using the Quick Start function
( 44) you can open the LCD panel and start recording within
approximately one second.
Any New Functions?
Pre-recording When pre-recording ( 67) is activated, the camcorder
starts recording video continuously into a temporary 3-second memory.
When you press the button, the scene recorded will have
started 3 seconds before you started shooting. This is especially useful
when it is difficult to predict when to start recording.
Face Detection With face detection ( 71), have the camcorder
automatically detect people's faces and use this information to adjust the
focus and set the best exposure for beautiful videos and photos.
Video Snapshot Discover a fun, new way to play back video. Shoot or
capture ( 63) short scenes about 4 seconds in length and arrange them
into a video clip set to your favorite background music.
Cinema Mode Give your recordings a cinematic look by using the
[ Cine Mode] recording program ( 62) with the 25 fps progressive
frame rate.
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For details about memory cards that can be used with this camcorder refer to
Using a Memory Card (37).
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AVCHD is the new 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.
START/STOP
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Can I play back my high-definition video on
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other devices?
Needless to say, you can connect your camcorder to an HDTV to enjoy your
recordings with family and friends ( 120). You also have the following
options:
• You can easily play back video recorded on the memory card by
inserting the memory card directly into AVCHD-compatible TV sets
and HDD or DVD recorders that feature an SD/SDHC memory card
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slot
. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV or digital
video recorder.
• You can play back AVCHD discs of your recordings created using the
optional DW-100 DVD Burner
AVCHD-compatible DVD players or Blu-ray Disc players
(122) on the DVD Burner itself or on
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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.
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AVCHD discs containing scenes recorded in MXP mode cannot be created with
the optional DW-100 DVD burner. Use the software on the supplied Video Tools
CD-ROM to back up such scenes.
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Table of contents
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Introduction
4 Enjoying High-Definition Video with your Camcorder
12 About this Manual
14 Getting to Know the Camcorder
14 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
16 Names of Parts
19 Screen Displays
Preparations
23 Getting Started
23 Attaching the Ferrite Core
23 Charging the Battery Pack
26 Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories
28 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD
30 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
30 Operating Modes
32 Joystick and Joystick Guide
32 Using the Menus
35 First Time Settings
35 Setting the Date and Time
36 Changing the Language
36 Changing the Time Zone
37 Using a Memory Card
37 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder
38 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
39 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings
39 Initializing the Built-in Memory or Memory Card
Screen
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Video
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41 Basic Recording
41 Shooting Video
42 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)
43 Zooming
44 Quick Start Function
46 Basic Playback
46 Playing Back the Video
48 Selecting what Recordings to Play Back
49 Searching for Scenes
51 Selecting the Playback Starting Point
53 Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen
54 Deleting Scenes
57 Advanced Functions
57 Special Scene Recording Programs
60 Changing the Shutter Speed and Aperture
62 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your
62 Mini Video Light
63 Video Snapshot
67 Pre-recording Function
67 Self Timer
68 Manual Exposure Adjustment and Automatic Backlight
70 Manual Focus Adjustment
71 Face Detection
72 White Balance
73 Image Effects
75 Digital Effects
76 On-Screen Displays and Data Code
77 Audio Recording Level
78 Using Headphones
80 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
81 Using an External Microphone
82 Using a Zoom Remote Controller
Recordings
Correction
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83 Playlist and Scene Operations
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83 Dividing Scenes
84 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and
88 Copying Scenes
Playing Back
Photos
90 Basic Recording
90 Taking Photos
91 Selecting Photo Size and Quality
92 Deleting a Photo Right After Recording It
93 Basic Playback
93 Viewing Photos
94 Deleting Photos
96 Magnifying Photos during Playback
97 Additional Functions
97 Flash
99 Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure
100 Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous
101 Light Metering Mode
101 Slideshow
102 Rotating Photos
103 Histogram Display
103 Capturing Photos from a Movie
104 Protecting Photos
105 Copying Photos
108 Printing Photos
108 Printing Photos (Direct Print)
110 Selecting the Print Settings
112 Trimming Settings
113 Print Orders
Bracketing
Recording)
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External Connections
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116 Terminals on the Camcorder
117 Connection Diagrams
120 Playback on a TV Screen
121 Saving Your Recordings
121 Saving Your Recordings on a Computer
122 Authoring High-Definition (AVCHD) Discs and Photo
126 Copying your Recordings to an External Video
127 Transferring Photos to a Computer (Direct Transfer)
131 Transfer Orders
DVDs
Recorder
Additional Information
133 Appendix: Menu Options Lists
133 FUNC. Menu
136 Setup Menus
148 Trouble?
148 Troubleshooting
154 List of Messages
164 Do’s and Don’ts
164 Handling Precautions
169 Maintenance/Others
170 Using the Camcorder Abroad
171 General Information
171 Accessories
172 Optional Accessories
177 Specifications
181 Index
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About this Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA HF21. 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
Trou bl es ho ot in g ( 148).
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.
• : Reference page number within this manual.
To complete some operations you will need to refer also to other
instruction manuals. This will be indicated with the following icons:
DW-100
• The following terms are used in this manual:
• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with
Refer to the
DVSD
included as a PDF file in the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO
Solution Disk CD-ROM.
Refer to the instruction manual of the optional DW-100
DVD Burner.
When not specified as “memory card” or “built-in memory”, the term
“memory” by itself refers to both.
“Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the
START/STOP
the recording.
a still camera.
button to start recording until you press again to pause
‘Digital Video Software’ instruction manual,
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Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)
The camcorder offers 5 recording modes. Changing the recording
mode will change the recording time available on the memory. Select
MXP or FXP mode for better movie quality; select LP mode for longer
recording tim es. The following table gives approx imate recording
times.
Standa rd Play 7 Mbps] Desi red recording mode
NOTES
• AVCHD discs containing scenes recorded in MXP mode cannot be cre-
ated with the optional DW-100 DVD Burner. Use the software on the
supplied Video Tools CD-ROM to back up such scenes.
• The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the
actual recording times will vary depending on the content of the scenes.
• The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you set the cam-
corder to mode.
Operating modes:
FUNC.
FUNC.
[
Brackets [ ] are used to refer to
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menu options as they are
displayed on screen.
The names of most buttons and
switches are indicated within a
“button” frame.
For example .
The arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed
explanation on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus
( 32). For a concise summary of all available menu options and
settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists ( 133).
refer to Operating Modes (30).
FUNC.
indicates that a function is available in the operating mode indicated and
indicates that the function is not available. For a detailed explanation
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Getting to Know the Camcorder
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Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:
XCA-570 Compact Power Adapter
(incl. power cord and ferrite core)
BP-809 Battery PackW
XWL-D88 Wireless Controller
(incl. CR2025 lithium button battery)
STV-250N Stereo Video CableW
Yellow • Red • White plugs
XCTC-100/S Component Cable
Red • Green • Blue plugs
IFC-400PCU USB CableW
XWS-30 Wrist Strap
Quick GuideW
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The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:
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• PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM* and ‘PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE’
Installation Guide
- ImageMixer 3 SE Transfer Utility – Software for saving and transferring
movies.
- Music Transfer Utility – Software for transferring to the camcorder
music data for video snapshot playback.
• PIXELA Application - Disc 2 CD-ROM*
- ImageMixer 3 SE Video Tools – Software for managing, editing, and
playing back movies.
• DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk CD-ROM* – Software for saving, man-
aging, and printing photos.
• Instruction Manual/Music Data CD-ROM – Contains the full-ver-
sion instruction manual of the camcorder (this PDF file) and music files
that can be used as background music during playback.
The music files on this CD-ROM are for exclusive use with the supplied
PIXELA applications, Music Transfer Utility and ImageMixer 3 SE Video
Tools. For more details, refer to the ‘Music Transfer Utility Software
Guide’ and ‘ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide’ on the PIXELA Applica-
tion - Disc 1 CD-ROM.
* The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
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Names of Parts
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Left side view
Right side view
Front view
RESET button ( 151)
VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button
(63)/
(print/share) button
( 109, 129)
DISP. (on-screen display) button
(76)/
BATT. INFO button ( 22)
Speaker ( 46)
Memory card slot cover
Memory card slot ( 38)
AV OUT terminal ( 116, 118)/
(headphones) terminal ( 78)
Camera mode dial ( 30)
Strap mount ( 27)
USB terminal ( 116, 119)
HDMI OUT terminal ( 116, 117)
Grip belt ( 27)
Instant AF sensor ( 138)
Stereo microphone ( 77)
Mini video light ( 62)
Flash ( 97)
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LCD panel
Back view
Mini advanced shoe ( 80)
PHOTO button ( 90)
Zoom lever ( 43)
ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:
Green – ON
Orange – Standby ( 44)
Red – Charging ( 23)
POWER button
Remote sensor ( 26)
LCD screen ( 28)
Joystick ( 32)
FUNC. button ( 33, 133)
/ (play/pause) button ( 46)/
START/STOP button ( 41)
(stop) button ( 46)/
Zoom out W (wide-angle) button
( 43)
PLAYLIST button ( 84)/
Zoom in T (telephoto) button ( 43)
(camera/play) button ( 31)
MIC terminal ( 81)
COMPONENT OUT terminal
( 116, 118)
ACCESS indicator ( 41, 90)
Battery attachment unit ( 23)
START/STOP button ( 41)
DC IN terminal ( 23)
Serial number
The serial number label is located in
the battery attachment unit. Remove
the battery pack to find it.
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B
ottom view
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Wireless Controller WL-D88
BATTERY RELEASE switch ( 24)
Tripod socket ( 164)
START/STOP button ( 41)
FUNC. button ( 33, 133)
MENU button ( 33, 136)
PLAYLIST button ( 84)
Navigation buttons ( / / / )
(frame reverse) button ( 47)
(fast reverse) button ( 47)
(play) button ( 46)
(pause) button ( 46)
(stop) button ( 46)
PHOTO button ( 90)
Zoom buttons ( 43)
SET button
(frame advance) button ( 47)
(fast forward) button ( 47)
DISP. (on-screen display) button
(76)
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Screen Displays
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Recording Movies
Operating mode ( 30)
Recording program ( 57, 60, 62)
White balance ( 72)
Image effect ( 73)
Digital effect ( 75)
Recording mode ( 42)
Photo quality/size
(simultaneous recording) ( 100)
Remote sensor off ( 144)
Microphone attenuator ( 139)
Pre-recording ( 67)
Memory operation ( 22)
Instant AF ( 138),
MF Manual focus ( 70)
Remaining battery time ( 22)
While recording/during playback:
Scene counter (hours : minutes :
seconds)
In record pause mode: Total number of
scenes
Remaining recording time
On the memory card
In the built-in memory
Image stabilizer ( 138)
25F progressive frame rate
( 22, 62)
Face detection ( 71)
Wind screen off ( 139)
x.v.Colour
Audio level indicator ( 77)
Mini advanced shoe ( 80)
Headphone output ( 78)
Level marker ( 140)
Backlight correction ( 69)
Mini video light ( 62)
TM
( 136)
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Recording Photos
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Zoom ( 43),
Exposure ( 68)
Light metering mode ( 101)
Drive mode ( 99)
Photo quality/size ( 91)
Self timer ( 67)
Playing Movies (During Playback)
Data code ( 76, 141)
Scene number
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Number of available photos
On the memory card
In the built-in memory
Camcorder shake warning ( 139)
AF frame ( 138)
Focus and exposure lock ( 90)
Flash ( 97)
Joystick guide ( 32)
Viewing Photos
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Histogram ( 103)
Current photo / Total number of
photos
Photo number ( 145)
Protected photo mark ( 104)
Date and time of recording
Manual focus ( 70)
File size
Manual exposure ( 68)
Photo size ( 91)
Aperture value ( 60)
Shutter speed ( 60)
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Memory operation
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Record, Record pause, Playback, Playback pause, Fast playback,
Fast reverse playback, Slow playback, Slow reverse playback,
Frame advance, Frame reverse.
Remaining battery time
• 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.
• The icon shows a rough estimate
of the remaining charge as a
percentage of the full charge of
the battery pack. The remaining
recording/playback time of the battery pack is displayed, in minutes, next to the icon.
• When is displayed in red, replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.
• When you attach an empty battery pack, the power may turn off without displaying .
• Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are
used, the actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately.
• When the camcorder is off, press to display the charge status of a
battery pack. The Intelligent System will display the charge status (as a percentage)
and the remaining recording time (in minutes) for 5 seconds. If the battery pack is
exhausted, the battery information may not be displayed.
Remaining recording time
When there is no more free space on the memory, “ End” (built-in memory) or
“ End” (memory card) will be displayed and the recording will stop.
25F progressive frame rate
Select the 25F progressive frame rate ( 62) to give your recordings a cinematic look.
You can combine this frame rate with the [ Cine Mode] recording program to
enhance the effect.
Number of available photos
in red: There is no memory card in the camcorder.
in green: 6 or more photos in yellow: 1 to 5 photos in red: No more photos
can be recorded.
• When viewing the photos, the display will always be in green.
• Depending on the recording conditions, the number of available photos displayed
may not decrease even after a recording has been made, or may decrease by 2
photos at once.
100% 75% 50% 25% 0%
BATT.INFO
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Preparations
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This chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the
menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your
camcorder.
Getting Started
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 4 cm from the plug 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. Charge the battery pack before use.
For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a
fully charged battery pack, refer to the tables on pages 173-174.
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1 Connect the power cord to the
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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 up
until it clicks in place.
5 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 ( 148).
To remove the battery pack
1Slide in the
2 Slide the battery pack down and
BATTERY RELEASE
direction of the arrow and hold it
pressed down.
then pull it out.
DC IN
terminal
ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator
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BATTERY RELEASE switch
IMPORTANT
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• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the com-
pact power adapter. After pressing 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.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between
10 °C and 30 °C. Outside the temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C,
charging will not start.
• 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.
NOTES
• The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off.
• 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.
POWER
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Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories
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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.
Tab
To use 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.
NOTES
• The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor
is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight.
• If the wireless controller does not work, check that [Wireless
Remote Control] is not set to [ Off ]. Otherwise, replace the
battery.
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Accessories
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Fasten the grip belt.
Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach
the zoom lever with your index finger, and
START/STOP
the button with your thumb.
To remove the grip belt
1 Lift the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the
Velcr o 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.
To attach the wrist strap
Pass the attaching end of the wrist
strap through the back 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 a 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.
Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen
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 in the following cases:
- To include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer.
- To allow the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller
from the front.
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.
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Subject can monitor the LCD screen
LCD Backlight
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When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD
screen. Turn on the LCD backlight to make it brighter.
With the camcorder on, hold pressed down for more than 2
seconds.
• Repeat this action to switch the LCD backlight between off (normal) and
on (bright).
• If [LCD Screen Dimmer] is set to [ On], pressing 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
[LCD Brightness] setting, or dim it with the [LCD Screen Dimmer] setting to use in places where the light from the LCD screen can
be a nuisance.
DISP.
DISP.
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Basic Operation of the Camcorder
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Operating Modes
Recording
When recording video or photos, the camcorder’s
operating mode is determined by the position of the
camera mode dial.
Operating
mode
Dual Shot Record video and take photos easily, letting the camcorder take care of all the
settings – Great for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder
settings.
Flexible recording Use one of the dedicated recording modes to enjoy full access to the
menus and advanced functions and change the camcorder’s settings to your preference.
NOTES
• Only the following buttons/functions are available in mode.
START/STOP
- for recording movies.
PHOTO
- for recording photos.
- Zoom lever and zoom buttons on the LCD panel.
- Quick Start ( 44).
VIDEO SNAP
- for video snapshot ( 63).
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Camera mode
dial
Onscreen icon Operation
Easy recording of movies and
photos ( 41, 90).
Recording movies ( 41).
Recording photos ( 90).
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