Canon VIXIA HF S30 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 S30 A systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenn a.
• Increase the separation between the equi pment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516)328-5600
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
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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.
mportant Warning
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead sym bol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is inte nded to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the product.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF S30 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,
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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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
Fig. 1
ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC - NATIONA L
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)
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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
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• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• “x.v.Color” and the “x.v.Color” logo are trademarks.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI L icensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation
and Sony Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• YouTube is a trademark of Google Inc.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
• This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.
• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH
THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY
PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH
LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.
• This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard an d may be used for encoding MPEG-4
compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compl iant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and noncommercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant
video. No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.
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Exciting Features and New Functions
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1,080
lines
the special moments in your life with amazing image quality and in lifelike
vibrant colors is easy and fun!
Dual Flash Memory Relay Recording
You can record in the built-in
memory or on commercially
available memory cards (0 37).
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“Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video
composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).
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Video is recorded at this resolution only when the recording mode is set to MXP or
FXP mode. In other recording modes, the picture is recorded at 1,440 x 1,080
pixels.
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AVCHD is a standard for recording high-definition video. With AVCHD specifications, the video signal is recorded using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression and
the audio signal is recorded in Dolby Digital.
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
2
pixels
. Videos are then recorded in the
memory in high definition, using AVCHD
specifications
With your new HD camcorder, capturing
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.
The memory almost full? Use the
double memory card slot to keep
on recording video without
interruption (0 41).
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Smart AUTO (0 45)
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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 71)
Shoot or capture short scenes
and arrange them into a video
clip set to your favorite
background music.
Face Detection (0 69) Image Stabilization
Just point the camcorder
and it will automatically
select the best settings for
your subject
The camcorder automatically
detects people’s faces and
adjusts the focus and other
settings accordingly for beautiful
results.
Dynamic IS (0 66)
compensates for camcorder
shake when you shoot video
while walking. Powered IS
(0 67) will produce stable shots
when you zoom in on distant
subjects (full telephoto).
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Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices
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Connect the camcorder
to an HDTV (0 130)
SD
Play video directly
from your recorded
memory card
AVCHD-compatible HDTVs and
digital recorders with a card slot
compatible with the type of
memory card used
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Eye-Fi
Use the supplied
High Definition
AVCHD MPEG-2
Convert your HD movies, in the
camcorder itself, to standard definition
files (0 139, 143).
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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Standard Definition
SD-Video
PIXELA's software
(0 134, 142).
Create standard DVDs
Save or upload to
the Web.
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Table of contents
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Introduction
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
25 Preparing the Accessories
27 Adjusting the LCD Screen and Using the Viewfinder
30 Basic Operation of the Camcorder
30 Using the Touch Screen
31 Operating Modes
33 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
40 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings
41 Relay Recording of Movies
42 Initializing the Memory
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Dual Shot Mode
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44 Basic Recording
44 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in Dual Shot Mode
45 About the Smart AUTO mode
48 Zooming
49 Quick Start Function
Video
51 Basic Playback
51 Playing Back the Video
55 The Index Selection Screen: Selecting the Content to Play
57 3D Flip View
58 Narrowing Down the Scenes Shown in the Index Screen
59 Deleting Scenes
61 Advanced Functions
61 Shooting Video in y Manual Mode
62 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)
63 Special Scene Recording Programs
65 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your
66 Advanced Image Stabilization
68 Pre-Recording
69 Face Detection
70 Touch & Track
71 Video Snapshot
72 Digital Effects
73 Manually Setting the Shutter Speed or Aperture
76 Manual Exposure Adjustment
78 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
78 Manual Focus Adjustment
81 White Balance
82 Digital Tele-Converter
83 Image Effects
84 Mini Video Light
85 Self Timer
85 Audio Recording Level
Back
Recordings
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87 Using Headphones
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88 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
89 Using an External Microphone
91 Using the Custom Key and Dial
92 Using a Zoom Remote Controller
93 Selecting the Playback Starting Point
95 Playing Back Scenes Set to Background Music
99 Onscreen Displays and Data Code
100 Playlist and Scene Operations
100 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and Playing
102 Capturing Photos and Video Snapshot Scenes from a
104 Dividing Scenes
Back
Movie
Photos
106 Basic Playback
106 Viewing Photos
108 Deleting Photos
110 Additional Functions
110 Taking Photos in y Manual Mode
111 Selecting Photo Size and Quality
113 Flash
115 Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure
Bracketing
116 Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous
Recording)
117 Light Metering Mode
118 Slideshow
119 Magnifying Photos during Playback
119 Rotating Photos
120 Histogram Display
120 Protecting Photos
123 Printing Photos
123 Printing Photos (Direct Print)
125 Print Orders
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External Connections
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127 Terminals on the Camcorder
128 Connection Diagrams
130 Playback on a TV Screen
132 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings
132 Copying Recordings to a Memory Card
134 Saving Recordings on a Computer
138 Saving Movies onto Standard-Definition Discs (DVD)
141 Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
142 Uploading Movies to Video Sharing Web Sites
Additional Information
148 Appendix: Menu Options Lists
148 FUNC. Panel
152 Setup Menus
165 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays
170 Trouble?
170 Troubleshooting
178 List of Messages
187 Do’s and Don’ts
187 Handling Precautions
192 Maintenance/Others
193 Using the Camcorder Abroad
194 General Information
194 Accessories
195 Optional Accessories
201 Product Codes
202 Specifications
206 Index
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About this Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF S30. Please read this
manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future
reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to
Troubleshooting (0 170).
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.
rRefer to the ‘Photo Application’ Instruction Manual, included
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as a PDF file in the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc.
• The following terms are used in this manual:
When not specified as “memory card” or “built-in memory”, the term
“memory” by itself refers to both.
“Screen” refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
“Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the
g button to start recording until you press again to pause
the recording.
• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with
a still camera.
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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]
indicates that a function is available in the
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operating mode indicated and indicates
that the function is not available. For a detailed
explanation refer to Operating Modes (0 31).
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 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 33). For a concise
summary of all available menu options and settings,
refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (0 148).
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Getting to Know the Camcord er
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Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:
XCA-570 Compact Power Adapter
(incl. power cord)
BP-808 Battery PackW
XWL-D89 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-300PCU/S USB CableW
XInstallation Guide for PIXELA's
software
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The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:
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• PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM*
-Use Transfer Utility for saving and transferring movies and music files
you can use as background music.
• PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM*
- In addition to all the functionality of Transfer Utility, you can use
VideoBrowser for managing, editing, and playing back movies.
• Photo Applications Ver.35*/Music Data Disc
CD-ROM (referred in the manual as “Camcorder Supplemental Disc”).
Contains the following components.
- Photo Application - Software for saving, managing, and printing
photos.
- Music data - Music files that can be used as background music during
playback. These music files are for exclusive use with the supplied
PIXELA's software. The disc cannot be played back on CD players.
* 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
1 Stereo microphone (L) (0 85)
2 Speaker (0 53)
3 2 (camera/play) button (0 32)
4 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button
(0 71)
5 DISP. (onscreen display) button
(0 99)/
BATT. INFO button (0 169)
6 Double memory card slot cover
7 CUSTOM dial (0 91)
8 Terminal cover
9 COMPONENT OUT terminal
(0 127, 129)
Aq AV O UT terminal ( 0 127, 129)/
X (headphones) terminal (0 87)
Aa REM OTE (zoom remote controller)
terminal (0 92)
As Memory card slot X (0 39)
Ad Memory card slot Y (0 39)
Af Mode switch (0 31)
Ag Stereo microphone (R) (0 85)
Ah Strap mount (0 26)
Aj USB terminal (0 127, 130)
Ak HDMI OUT terminal (0 127, 128)
Al Grip belt (0 26)
Sq MIC terminal (0 90)
Sa Mini video light (0 84)
Ss Flash (0 113)
Sd Instant AF sensor (0 153)
Sf CUSTOM button (0 91)
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Top vie w
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LCD panel
Back view
Sg Mini advanced shoe (0 88)
Sh Zoom lever (0 48)
Sj PHOTO button (0 44, 110)
Sk ACCESS indicator (0 44, 61, 110)
Sl Pop-up flash (0 113) and mini video
light (0 84)
Dq POWER button
Da ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:
Green – ON
Orange – Standby (0 49)
Red – Charging (0 23)
Ds Remote sensor (0 26)
Dd LCD touch screen (0 27, 30)
Df POWERED IS button (0 67)/
WEB button (0 142)
Dg DC IN terminal (0 23)
Dh Viewfinder (0 29)
Dj START/STOP button (0 44, 61)
Dk Serial number
The serial number label is located
inside the battery attachment unit.
Remove the battery pack to find it.
Dl Battery attachment unit (0 23)
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B
ottom view
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Wireless Controller WL-D89
Fq Tripod socket (0 188)
Fa BATTERY RELEASE switch (0 24)
Fs Dioptric adjustment lever (0 29)
1 START/STOP button (0 44, 61)
2 b (index selection) button (0 55)
Press and hold for more than 2
seconds to switch between shooting
and playback mode.
3 MENU button (0 34, 152)
4 DISP. (onscreen display) button
(0 99)
5 SET button
6 B (stop) button (0 51)
7 PHOTO button (0 44, 110)
8 Zoom buttons (0 48)
9 Navigation buttons ( Z/O/y/A )
Aq A/C (play/pause) button (0 51)
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Preparations
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This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the
touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to
help you learn more about your camcorder.
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using
the compact power adapter. The first time you use a battery pack, fully
charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording
time will be displayed accurately.
For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a
fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging, Recording and Playback
Times (0 196).
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 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 (0 170).
To remove the battery pack
1Slide U in the
direction of the arrow and hold it
pressed down.
2 Slide the battery pack in the direction
of the arrow and then pull it out.
ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator
BATTERY RELEASE
switch
IMPORTANT
• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the com-
pact power adapter. After pressing x to turn off the camcorder,
important data is updated in the memory. Be sure to wait until the green
ON/OFF (CHG) indicator goes out.
• 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-
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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
• 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.
Preparing the Accessories
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.
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Tab
To use the wireless controller
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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.
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 g button with your thumb.
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To attach an optional shoulder strap
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Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip
belt and adjust the length of the strap.
Adjusting the LCD Screen and Using the Viewfinder
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 allow the subject to monitor the LCD screen while you use the
viewfinder.
- 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°
90°
180°
Subject can monitor the LCD screen
(You can use the viewfinder at the
same time)
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NOTES
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• About the LCD and viewfinder screens: The screens are produced using
extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than
99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. 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). This changes the brightness of both the LCD and viewfinder
screen.
NOTES
• The LCD backlight does not affect the brightness of the recordings.
• Using the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack.
• You can further adjust the brightness of the LCD screen with the
6 8 [LCD Brightness] setting, or dim it with the 6 8 [LCD
Screen Dimmer] setting to use in places where the light from the LCD
screen can be a nuisance.
• For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to Handling
Precautions (0 187), Cleaning (0 192).
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Using the Viewfinder
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If it is difficult to use the LCD screen even after turning on the LCD
backlight, you can use the viewfinder. You can also use the viewfinder
when you rotate the LCD panel 180 ° to let the subject watch the
recording.
To use the viefinder, hold out both sides of the viewfinder firmly and
pull it out until it clicks.
• You can close the LCD panel or rotate it toward the subject as you
prefer.
• Adjust the viewfinder as necessary with the dioptric adjustment lever.
• The LCD backlight setting is common to the LCD screen and the
viewfinder.
NOTES
• For details about how to take care of the viewfinder, refer to Handling
Precautions (0 187), Cleaning (0 192).
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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.
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 70) and face
detection (0 69), 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).
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.
- 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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