Canon LEGRIA HF M52 Instruction Manual
PUB. DIE-0420-000B
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HD Camcorder
Instruction Manual
Introduction
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Important Usage Instructions
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright
owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
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.
CA-110E identification plate is located on the bottom.
European Union (and EEA) only.
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
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(EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)
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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REGIONS OF USE
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LEGRIA HF M52 is in compliance (as of January 2012) with the radio signal regulations of
the regions listed below. For details on other regions where it can be used, make inquiries
with the contacts listed on the back side of this instruction manual.
REGIONS
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,
France*, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong S.A.R., Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
United Kingdom
* France: Cannot be used outdoors.
Statement on EC directive
Hereby, Canon Inc., declares that this WM217 is in compliance with the essential requirements
and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Please contact the following address for the original Declaration of Conformity:
CANON EUROPA N.V.
Bovenkerkerweg 59-61, 1158 XB Amstelveen, The Netherlands
CANON INC.
30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan
Model
ID0009: LEGRIA HF M52
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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.
• App Store, iPhone, iTunes, Mac OS and Macintosh 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 Licensing 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.
• Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.
• Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• Wi-Fi Certified, WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• WPS as used on the camcorder's settings, onscreen displays and in this manua l signifies Wi-Fi Protected
Setup.
• DLNA, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital
Living Network Alliance.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
• This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
• “Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video
composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
• 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 and 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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Wi-Fi Functions
(A 161)
Enjoy the freedom of Wi-Fi
functions by making your
camcorder an active part of your
Wi-Fi home network or by
conveniently accessing Wi-Fi
hotspots to upload your videos
wherever you may be.
• You can save your recordings
wirelessly to a computer in your
home network using the supplied software Network Utility
(A 168). You can also send
your recordings wirelessly to an
FTP s e rve r (A 168), for example to send your videos from
your vacation spot to a networkattached storage drive back
home.
• You can upload your recordings
wirelessly, directly from your
camcorder to YouTube and
Facebook (A 172).
• You can play back the recordings in your camcorder from
DLNA-compatible TV sets and
other DLNA media players connected to your home network
(A 176).
Audio Scene Select
(A 113)
Optimize the audio settings of the
built-in microphone by selecting
the audio scene that matches
your surroundings. Your audience
will feel even more immersed in
the scene during playback.
Cinema-Look Filters
(A 69)
Use professional cinema-look
filters to create unique movies
with distinctive looks.
AVCHD and MP4
Recording
Record movies in AVCHD and play
them back on an HDTV in all their
splendor. Alternatively, record
movies in MP4 for uploading to the
Web and transferring to mobile
devices.
(A 30)
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Smart AUTO (A 46)
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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
(A 70)
Shoot or capture short scenes
and arrange them into a video
clip set to your favorite
background music.
Memory Save (A 149)
Easily save the whole content of
the built-in memory or a memory
card onto an external hard drive
connected directly to the
camcorder. With no need for a
computer, this is a very
convenient way to save backup
copies of your recordings.
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Face Detection
(A 99)
The camcorder automatically
detects people’s faces and
adjusts the focus and other
settings accordingly for beautiful
results.
Image Stabilization
Dynamic IS (A 97)
compensates for camcorder
shake when you shoot video
while walking. Powered IS
(A 97) will produce stable shots
when you zoom in on distant
subjects (full telephoto).
Intelligent IS (A 48) selects the
type of image stabilization for the
recording situation.
Enjoying Your Recordings on Other Devices
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Eye-Fi
Connect the camcorder
to an HDTV (A 140)
Use an Eye-Fi card
(A 158) to wirelessly
upload recordings to
your computer or a video
sharing Web site.
MP4
Upload MP4 movies to
your computer (A 146).
Upload your AVCHD
movies (A 154) or
MP4 movies
(A 160) to the Web.
Save your recordings.
You can also create discs
from your recordings.
Use the supplied PIXELA’s
software (A 144).
AVCHD
High Definition
Upload AVCHD movies to your computer. You can also choose to
convert your AVCHD movies to standard definition files (A 154)
before uploading.
MPEG-2
Standard Definition
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Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions
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Play video wirelessly directly from the memory on
AVCHD- and DLNA-compatible HDTVs and other
devices connected to the network (A 176).
LAN cable
network by first
connecting to an
Wirelessly connect to a Wi-Fi-enabled iOS
device like an iPhone to upload your
recordings (A 173). Because you do not
need to be near your home network, you can
even upload videos while traveling!
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Join a Wi-Fi
access point
(A 163).
Transfer your recordings
wirelessly from the
camcorder to a computer or
FTP server (A 168).
Upload your recordings wirelessly
to YouTube and Facebook
(A 172) to share your videos
with friends and family.
Upload your recordings to the Web.
Table of contents
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Introduction
5 Exciting Features and New Functions
13 About this Manual
15 Getting to Know the Camcorder
15 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
17 Names of Parts
Preparations
20 Getting Started
20 Charging the Battery Pack
23 Preparing the Accessories
25 Adjusting the LCD Screen
26 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
26 Using the Touch Screen
27 Using the Menus
30 Operating Modes
33 First Time Settings
33 Setting the Date and Time
34 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 (Built-in Memory/Memory Card) for
the Recordings
39 Relay Recording
40 Initializing the Memory
42 Using the Optional Wireless Controller
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AUTO Mode
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44 Basic Recording
44 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in AUTO Mode
46 About the Smart AUTO function
48 Intelligent IS
49 Zooming
51 Quick Start
Video
53 Basic Playback
53 Playing Back Video
57 3D Flip View
58 The [Index Selection] Screen: Selecting the Content to
59 Deleting Scenes and Stories
63 Selecting the Playback Starting Point
65 Onscreen Displays and Data Code
66 Video Stories and Cinema Style
66 Using Story Creator to Create Compelling Stories
69 Cinema Mode and Cinema-Look Filters
70 Video Snapshot
71 Decoration: Adding a Personal Touch
77 Playing Back Stories from the Gallery
79 Rating Scenes
81 Playback with Background Music
85 Copying and Moving Scenes Within/Between Stories
86 Selecting a Story’s Thumbnail Image
86 Changing a Story’s Title
88 Advanced Functions
88 Recording in Manual Mode
90 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)
93 Selecting the Frame Rate
94 Special Scene Recording Programs
97 Advanced Image Stabilization
97 Powered IS
98 Pre-Recording
99 Face Detection
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Play Back
101 Touch & Track
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102 Faders
103 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed or Aperture
105 Manual Exposure Adjustment
106 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
107 Manual Focus Adjustment
108 Tele Macro
109 White Balance
111 Image Effects
112 Self Timer
113 Audio Scenes and Other Audio Settings
117 Audio Recording Level
119 Using Headphones
121 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
122 Using an External Microphone
124 Using an External Video Light
125 Audio Mix
126 Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes and Photos from a
128 Dividing Scenes
Movie
Photos
130 Viewing Photos
132 Deleting Photos
134 Slideshow
External Connections
136 Terminals on the Camcorder
137 Connection Diagrams
140 Playback on a TV Screen
141 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings
141 Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory Card
144 Saving Recordings on a Computer
149 Memory Save: Saving an Entire Memory onto an External
153 Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
154 Uploading AVCHD Movies to the Web
Hard Drive
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160 Uploading MP4 Movies and Photos to the Web
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Wi-Fi Functions
161 Introduction to Wi-Fi
163 Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
168 Transferring Files to a Computer or FTP server
172 Uploading Recordings to YouTube and Facebook
173 Uploading Videos Using an iOS Device
176 Wireless Playback on a DLNA-Compatible Device
Additional Information
180 Appendix: Menu Options Lists
180 [Main Functions] Panel
184 [Other Settings] Menus
196 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays
201 Trouble?
201 Troubleshooting
208 List of Messages
220 Do’s and Don’ts
220 Handling Precautions
225 Maintenance/Others
226 Using the Camcorder Abroad
227 General Information
227 Accessories
228 Optional Accessories
234 Specifications
238 Index
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About this Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA HF M52. Please read this
manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future
reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to
Troubleshooting (A 201).
Conventions Used in this Manual
• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating
procedures.
• POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the
function described.
• A: Reference page number within this manual.
• 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.
“Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the
Y button to start recording until you press again to pause
the recording.
“Photo” and “still image” are used interchangeably with the same
meaning.
• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with
a still camera.
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Self Timer
Operating modes:
* For movies only.
1Press .
2 Activate the self timer.
• < will appear on the screen.
• Repeat, selecting [j Off], to turn off the self timer.
Movies: In record pause mode, press Y.
The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The
countdown appears on the screen.
[ Other Settings] > r > [Self Timer ] >
[i On <] > [X]
indicates that a function is available in the
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operating mode indicated and indicates
that the function is not available. The operating
mode icons are divided into three groups: the
first three icons represent the camera mode,
the second three icons represent the recording
standard, and the last two represent playback
modes. For a detailed explanation refer to
Operating Modes (A 30).
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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 Y.
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The > arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections.
For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus,
refer to Using the Menus (A 27). For a concise
summary of all available menu options and settings,
refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (A 180).
Getting to Kn ow the Camcorde r
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Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:
XCA-110E Compact Power Adapter
(incl. power cord)
BP-718 Battery PackW
XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable
HTC-100/S HDMI CableW
XQuick Guide
XWi-Fi Basic Setup Guide
Stylus PenW
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The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:
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• PIXELA CD-ROM
- You can use VideoBrowser for managing, editing, and playing back
AVCHD movies, and Network Utility when transferring recordings
wirelessly to a computer.
- A printed Startup Guide for PIXELA's software is also supplied. Refer
to this Startup Guide for details about the supplied software.
• Canon LEGRIA CD-ROM. Contains the following components.
- Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the
camcorder (this PDF file).
- ImageBrowser EX - This CD-ROM contains an automatic installer for
the supplied software ImageBrowser EX, which allows you to save
and manage MP4 movies and photos; and upload MP4 movies to
CANON iMAGE GATEWAY**, YouTube and Facebook. This CD-ROM
contains an automatic installer for the supplied software
ImageBrowser EX, which allows you to save and manage MP4 movies
and photos, and share MP4 movies. An Internet connection is
required for installation.
- 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 with the image mix
function (image mix frames).
* The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
**CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online service that allows you to share mov-
ies and photos, make photo albums, and more. This service may not be
available in all countries/regions.
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Names of Parts
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Left side view
Right side view
9 Aq
As
Aa
Front view
1 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button
(A 70)
2 HOME (home) button (A 27)
3 U (camera/play) button (A 32)
4 BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 21)
5 USB terminal (A 136, 139, 149, 153)
6 HDMI OUT terminal (A 136, 137)
7 AV OUT te rmi nal (A 136, 138)/
× (headphones) terminal (A 119)
8 MIC terminal (A 123)
9 START/STOP button (A 44)
Aq Wi-Fi antenna
Aa Strap mount (A 23)
As Grip belt (A 23)
Ad Memory card slot (A 38)
Af Stereo microphone (A 117, 125)
Ag Remote sensor (A 42)
Ad
Ah Instant AF sensor (A 185)
AgAf Af Ah
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Top vie w
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Al
AkAj Sq
Sa Ss
Aj Speaker (A 55)
Ak Zoom lever (A 49)
Al Mini advanced shoe (A 121)
Sq ACCESS (access) indicator (A 44)
Sa POWER button
Ss ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:
Green – On
Orange – Standby (A 51)
Red – Charging (A 20)
Sd LCD touch screen (A 25, 26)
LCD panel
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Sd
Back view
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Sf
Sf DC IN terminal (A 20)
Sg Battery attachment unit (A 20)
Sh Serial number
Sg
Bottom view
Sj Tripod socket (A 221)
ShSj
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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.
For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a
fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging, Recording and Playback
Times (A 229).
1 Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.
2 Plug the power cord into a
power outlet.
3 Connect the compact power
adapter to the camcorder’s DC
IN terminal.
4 Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
Press the battery pack softly into
the battery attachment unit and
slide it up until it clicks in place.
DC IN terminal
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5 Charging will start when the
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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 turn on 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, refer to Troubleshooting (A 204).
To remove the battery pack
1 Slide d in the
direction of the arrow and hold it
pressed down.
2 Slide the battery pack and
then pull it out.
BATTERY RELEASE
IMPORTANT
• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the com-
pact power adapter. After pressing P 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.
ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator
switch
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• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not con-
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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
• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between
10 °C and 30 °C. If either the ambient temperature or the battery pack’s
temperature is outside the range of approx. 0 °C to 40 °C, charging will
not start.
• The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off.
• If the power supply was disconnected while charging a battery pack,
make sure the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator has gone out before restoring
the power supply.
• If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder
using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed.
• Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore,
charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full
charge.
• The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the
camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will
ensure that the remaining recording time will be displayed accurately.
• We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times
longer than you think you might need.
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Preparing the Accessories
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Grip Belt and Straps
Fasten the grip belt.
Adjust the grip belt so that you can
reach the zoom lever with your
index finger, and the Y
button with your thumb.
You can attach the supplied stylus
pen to the grip belt.
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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To attach an optional wrist strap
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Attach the wrist strap to the rear
bracket on the camcorder, adjust
the length 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.
To attach an optional shoulder strap
Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip
belt and adjust the length of the strap.
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Adjusting 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 to allow the camcorder 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.
• For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to Handling
Precautions (A 220), Cleaning (A 225).
• You can adjust the screen's brightness using the q > [LCD Brightness] and [LCD Backlight] settings. When the compact power adapter
is connected, [LCD Backlight] will automatically change to [H Bright].
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
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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. With the intuitive touch screen interface you have
all the controls at your fingertips. You can also use the supplied stylus
pen for a more precise operation.
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.
• In the following cases, you may not be able to perform touch operations
correctly.
- Using your fingernails or hard-tipped objects other than the supplied
stylus pen, such as ballpoint pens.
- Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands.
- Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen.
- Attaching commercially available screen protectors or adhesive film
onto the touch screen’s surface.
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Using the Menus
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Many of the camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the [ Main
Functions] panel and [ Other Settings] menus in the HOME menu.
For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to the
appendix Menu Options Lists (A 180).
HOME Menu
Operating modes:
The HOME menu is the gateway to
most of the camcorder's functions
and settings. After you press
, the HOME menu will
appear and you can select from
the following control buttons. The
available control buttons depend
on whether the camcorder is in
recording or playback mode.
In recording mode In playback mode
• [ Main Functions] - This contains functions commonly used while
shooting, such as focus and exposure. Available only in recording
mode.
• [ Other Settings] - Selecting this control button will open up the
[Other Settings] menus, which gives you access to settings such as the
video quality (recording mode) and LCD brightness.
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• [ Camera Mode] - From the [ Camera Mode] menu, you will be
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able to change whether you record movies in mode (camcorder
automatically takes care of many settings), mode (you can manually change settings), or mode (using the cinema-look filters, you
can make movies with a cinematic feel). Available only in recording
mode. For details on how to set the camera mode, refer to Recording
(A 30).
• [ Recording Standard] - This camcorder can record movies in either
the AVCHD or MP4 recording standard. Use this menu to select the
standard that best suits your needs. You can also use Story Creator
mode (A 66) when choosing to record in AVCHD. Available only in
recording mode. For details on how to set the recording standard, refer
to Recording (A 30).
• [ Wi-Fi] - Allows you to access the various Wi-Fi functions this cam-
corder has to offer. Available only in playback mode. For more details on
Wi-Fi functions, refer to Wi-Fi Functions (A 161).
• [G Index Selection] - Use this to switch between the various index
screens in playback mode (A 58).
[Main Functions] Panel
Operating modes:
*
* In mode, access to functions is limited.
The [ Main Functions] panel contains frequently used shooting functions. Press to open the HOME menu and then touch [ Main
Functions] to open the panel. Alternatively, you can touch F in the
upper-left portion of the recording screen. Next, touch the function you
want to set or adjust.
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In mode
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Touch to scroll up
or down
Touch the control
button of the
desired function
You may need to drag your finger up and down along the scroll bar or
touch [ ] and [ ] to find the control button of the desired function.
[Edit] Panel
Operating modes:
Touch [Edit] to display a panel showing available operations (copying,
deleting, etc.), and then touch the operation you want to perform.
In mode
Touch the control
button of the
desired operation
[Other Settings] Menus
Operating modes:
*
Drag your finger up
and down along the
scroll bar to display
the rest of the panel
* In mode, access to functions is limited.
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1 Press to open the HOME
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menu.
2 Touch [ Other Settings] to open
the [Other Settings] menus.
3 Touch the tab of the desired
menu.
4 Drag your finger up and down to
bring the setting you want to
change into the orange selection bar.
• You can also use the [ ] and [ ] icons for scrolling.
• Menu items not available appear grayed out.
• You can touch any menu item on the screen to bring it directly into
the selection bar.
5 When the desired menu item is inside the selection bar, touch
[].
6 Touch the desired option and touch [X].
You can touch [X] to close the menu at any time.
Operating Modes
Recording
When recording, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the
[ Camera Mode] and [ Recording Standard] menus in the HOME
menu. First, set the camera mode.
1 Press to open the
HOME menu.
2 Touch [ Camera Mode] and
then touch the desired camera
mode.
3Touch [OK].
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