Canon VIXIA HF M30, VIXIA HF M301, VIXIA HF M31 Instruction Manual
PUB. DIE-0398-000
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 M30 A / VIXIA HF M31 A / VIXIA HF M301 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 antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment 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
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.
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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The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable
Important Warning
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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, 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 intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (ser vicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
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to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
CAUTION:
• 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.
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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 M30 A / VIXIA HF M31 A / VIXIA HF M301 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 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
9 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
12 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.
13 Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
14 Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
15 Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
16 Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.
17 Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or
aerosol cleaners. The product should be cleaned only as recommended in this manual.
18 Accessories — Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be
hazardous.
19 Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters, portable
communication devices or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause
picture interference, or permanently damage the camera.
20 Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock — Do not use this product near water or in
rainy/moist situations.
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21 Placing or Moving — Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUND ING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA LEAD
IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUND
CLAMP
Fig. 1
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bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the product.
A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
22 Power Sources — The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter should be
operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company. Regarding other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions in this
manual.
23 Polarization — The CA-570 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
24 Power Cord Protection — Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to plugs
and the point from which the cords exit the product.
25 Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an
outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna is
grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. Section
810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI / NFPA No. 70—1984,
provides information with respect to
proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure 1.
26 Lightning — For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and powerline surges.
27 Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
28 Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a
fire or electric shock. Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the product.
29 Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
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30 Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power
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sources including battery, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into, the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally even if you follow the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work
by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for
service.
31 Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
32 Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order.
33 Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
When replacement of the power supply is required, please return it to the responsible
nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-570.
CA-570 identification plate is located on the bottom.
The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas
where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter. Contact your
nearest Canon Service Center for further information.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Trademark Acknowledgements
• SD, SDHC and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
• 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 Licensing LLC.
• “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 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.
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Exciting Features and New Functions
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1,080
lines
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1
“Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video
composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
2
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.
3
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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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
pixels2. Videos are then recorded in the
memory in high definition, using AVCHD
specifications3.
the special moments in your life with amazing image quality and in lifelike
vibrant colors is easy and fun!
With your new HD camcorder, capturing
e Dual Flash
Memory
You can record in the built-in
memory or on commercially
available memory cards (0 37).
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Relay Recording
The built-in memory almost full?
Use the memory card slot to keep
on recording video without
interruption (0 40).
Smart AUTO (0 44)
Just point the camcorder
and it will automatically
select the best settings for
your subject
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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 69)
Shoot or capture short scenes
and arrange them into a video
clip set to your favorite
background music.
Face Detection (0 67) Image Stabilization
The camcorder automatically
detects people’s faces and
adjusts the focus and other
settings accordingly for beautiful
results.
Dynamic IS (0 65)
compensates for camcorder
shake when you shoot video
while walking. Powered IS
(0 66) will produce stable shots
when you zoom in on distant
subjects (full telephoto).
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Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices
Connect the camcorder
to an HDTV (0 125)
Play video directly
from your recorded
memory card
AVCHD-compatible HDTVs and
digital recorders with an SD
memory card slot4.
Use an Eye-Fi card (0 139) to
wirelessly upload recordings to your
computer or a video sharing Web site.
Save or upload to
the Web.
Standard Definition
Convert your HD movies, in the
camcorder itself, to standard definition
files (0 132, 136).
High Definition
Standard DVDs
Use the supplied software
ImageMixer 3 SE (0 129, 136).
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Refer to the instruction manual of the device. 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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SD
Eye-Fi
MPEG-2
AVCHD
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SD-Video
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Introduction
Table of contents
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8 Exciting Features and New Functions
16 About this Manual
18 Getting to Know the Camcorder
18 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
20 Names of Parts
Preparations
23 Getting Started
23 Charging the Battery Pack
26 Preparing the Accessories
28 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen
30 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
30 Using the Touch Screen
31 Operating Modes
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
39 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
39 e Selecting the Memory for the Recordings
40 e Relay Recording of Movies
41 Initializing the Built-in Memory (e only) or
Memory Card
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Dual Shot Mode
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43 Basic Recording
43 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in Dual Shot Mode
44 About the Smart AUTO mode
47 Zooming
48 Quick Start Function
Video
50 Basic Playback
50 Playing Back the Video
53 The Index Selection Screen: Selecting the Content to Play
55 3D Flip View
56 Narrowing Down the Scenes Shown in the Index Screen
57 Deleting Scenes
59 Advanced Functions
59 Shooting Video in y Manual Mode
60 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)
61 Special Scene Recording Programs
64 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your
65 Advanced Image Stabilization
66 Pre-Recording
67 Face Detection
69 Touch & Track
69 Video Snapshot
70 Digital Effects
71 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed or Aperture
74 Manual Exposure Adjustment
75 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
75 Manual Focus Adjustment
77 White Balance
78 Image Effects
79 Mini Video Light
80 Self Timer
81 Audio Recording Level
83 Using Headphones
Back
Recordings
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84 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
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85 Using an External Microphone
86 Using a Zoom Remote Controller
88 Selecting the Playback Starting Point
90 Playing Back Scenes Set to Background Music
94 Onscreen Displays and Data Code
95 Playlist and Scene Operations
95 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and Playing
97 Capturing Photos and Video Snapshot Scenes from a
99 Dividing Scenes
Back
Movie
Photos
101 Basic Playback
101 Viewing Photos
103 Deleting Photos
105 Additional Functions
105 Taking Photos in y Manual Mode
106 Selecting Photo Size and Quality
108 Flash
110 Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure
111 Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous
113 Light Metering Mode
113 Slideshow
114 Magnifying Photos during Playback
115 Rotating Photos
115 Histogram Display
116 Protecting Photos
118 Printing Photos
118 Printing Photos (Direct Print)
120 Print Orders
Bracketing
Recording)
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External Connections
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122 Terminals on the Camcorder
123 Connection Diagrams
125 Playback on a TV Screen
127 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings
127 e Copying Recordings to a Memory Card
129 Saving Recordings on a Computer
132 e Saving Movies onto Standard-Definition Discs
135 Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
136 e Uploading Movies to Video Sharing Web Sites
(DVD)
Additional Information
142 Appendix: Menu Options Lists
142 FUNC. Panel
146 Setup Menus
157 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays
162 Trouble?
162 Troubleshooting
169 List of Messages
178 Do’s and Don’ts
178 Handling Precautions
183 Maintenance/Others
184 Using the Camcorder Abroad
185 General Information
185 Accessories
186 Optional Accessories
191 Product Codes
192 Specifications
196 Index
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About this Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF M31 / VIXIA HF M30 /
VIXIA HF M301. 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 Tro ub le sh oo ti ng (0 162).
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.
•
r: Refer to the ‘Photo Application’ Instruction Manual,
included as a PDF file in the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc.
• e : Text that applies only to the model(s) shown in the icon.
• 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
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 a.
16 Introduction
Self Timer
• n appears.
• Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off the self timer.
mode: In record pause mode, press g.
The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The
countdown appears on the screen.
mode: 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.
* 2 seconds when using the wireless controller.
NOTES
• Once the countdown has begun, any of the following actions will cancel
the self timer.
- Pressing g (when recording movies) or j fully (when
recording photos).
- Turning off the camcorder.
Operating modes:
[FUNC.] 8 [MENU] 8 8 8 [Self Timer] 8
[A On n] 8 [a]
Brackets [ ]are used to refer to control
buttons and menu options you will
touch on the screen and to other
onscreen messages and displays.
indicates that a function is available in the
operating mode indicated and indicates
that the function is not available. For a detailed
explanation refer to Operating Modes (0 31).
The names of physical buttons
and switches on the
camcorder are indicated within
a “button” frame.
For example w.
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 (0 142).
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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:
CA-570 Compact Power Adapter
(incl. power cord)
BP-808 Battery Pack
WL-D89 Wireless Controller
(incl. CR2025 lithium button battery)
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable
Yellow • Red • White plugs
CTC-100/S Component Cable
Red • Green • Blue plugs
IFC-300PCU USB Cable
Quick Guide
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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 Applications’
Installation Guide
- ImageMixer 3 SE Transfer Utilities – Software for saving and
transferring movies and music files you can use as background music.
• PIXELA Application - Disc 2 CD-ROM*
- ImageMixer 3 SE Video Tools – Software for managing, editing, and
playing back movies.
• Y Instruction Manual/Photo Applications Ver.34*/Music Data Disc
CD-ROM (referred in the manual as the Camcorder Supplemental Disc).
Contains the following components.
- Full-version instruction manual of the camcorder (this PDF file).
- Photo Application - Software for saving, managing, and printing
photos*.
- Music files that can be used as background music during playback**.
* The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
**These music files are for exclusive use with the supplied software ImageMixer 3
SE. The disc cannot be played back on CD players. For more details, refer to
‘ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide’ on the PIXELA Application Disc 1 CD-ROM.
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Names of Parts
Left side view
Front view
Right side view
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1 DISP. (onscreen display) button
(0 94)/
BATT. INFO button (0 161)
2 2 (camera/play) button (0 31)
3 Speaker (0 52)
4 Memory card slot cover
5 Memory card slot (0 39)
6 MIC terminal (0 86)
7 AV O UT t erm inal (0 122, 124)/
X (headphones) terminal (0 83)
8 BATTERY RELEASE switch (0 24)
9 ACCESS indicator (0 43, 59, 105)
Aq Strap mount (0 27)
Aa COMPONENT OUT terminal
(0 122, 124)
As USB terminal (0 122, 125)
Ad HDMI OUT terminal (0 122, 123)
Af Grip belt (0 27)
Ag Instant AF sensor (0 147)
Ah Stereo microphone (0 81)
Aj Mini video light (0 79)
Ak Flash (0 108)
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LCD panel
Top vie w
Back view
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Al Mini advanced shoe (0 84)
Sq Mode switch (0 31)
Sa PHOTO button (0 43, 105)
Ss Zoom lever (0 47)
Sd VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button
(0 69)
Sf POWER button
Sg ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:
Green – ON
Orange – Standby (0 48)
Red – Charging (0 23)
Sh Remote sensor (0 26)
Sj LCD touch screen (0 28, 30)
Sk POWERED IS button (0 66)/
WEB button* (0 136)
Sl Battery attachment unit (0 23)
Dq START/STOP button (0 43, 59)
Da DC IN terminal (0 23)
* e only.
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Wireless Controller WL-D89
Bottom view
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Ds Serial number
Dd Tripod socket (0 179)
1 START/STOP button (0 43, 59)
2 b (index selection) button (0 53)
Press and hold for more than 2
seconds to switch between shooting
and playback mode.
3 MENU button (0 33, 146)
4 DISP. (onscreen display) button
(0 94)
5 SET button
6 B (stop) button (0 50)
7 PHOTO button (0 43, 105)
8 Zoom buttons (0 47)
9 Navigation buttons ( Z/O/y/A )
Aq A/C (play/pause) button (0 50)
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Preparations
DC IN
terminal
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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. Charge the battery pack before use.
For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a
fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging Times (0 187) and
Recording and Playback Times (0 187).
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.
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5 Charging will start when the
IMPORTANT
ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator
BATTERY RELEASE switch
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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 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 (0 162).
To remove the battery pack
1Slide U in the
direction of the arrow and hold it
pressed down.
2 Slide the battery pack down and
then pull it out.
• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact 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.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between
10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). Outside the temperature range of
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), 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.
24 Preparations
• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not con-
NOTES
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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.
• 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.
• 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.
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Preparing the Accessories
NOTES
Tab
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Wireless Controller
First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller.
1 Press the tab in the direction of the
arrow and pull out the battery
holder.
2 Place the lithium button battery with
the + side facing up.
3 Insert the battery holder.
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.
• The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor
is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight.
26 Preparations
Grip Belt and Straps
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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
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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To attach an optional wrist strap
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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.
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.
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.
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• About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-pre-
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180°
90°
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
180°
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cision 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.
With the camcorder on, hold h pressed down for more than 2
seconds.
Repeat this action to switch the LCD backlight between off (normal) and
on (bright).
• 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
IMPORTANT
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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.
To uc h
Touch a menu item to select it, or a
control button to perform the corresponding action. For some functions,
such as Touch & Track (0 69) and face
detection (0 67), you can touch a subject that appears on the touch screen to
select it and have the camcorder
choose the optimal settings.
Drag
Swipe your finger up and down or left
and right across the screen to scroll
menus, to browse through index screen
pages or to adjust slider controls (for
example, to adjust the volume).
• 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.
- Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands or using your
fingernails or other hard-tipped objects 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.
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