Canon HF11 VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual
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with the ferrite core provided with the digital video camcorder must be used with this 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 servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. 2 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 3
manual. 6 Accessories - Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous. 7 Avoid magnetic or electric fields - Do not use the camera , refer to instructions in this manual. 11 Polarization the mast and supporting structure, grounding of ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 4
if you follow the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls adapter. Contact your nearest Canon Service Center for further information. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. 4 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 5
of an insurance claim such as loss or theft. Receive information on new products and promotions Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products and promotions. The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 6
TV broadcasts? 6 Approximately 6 times the number of pixels. 2 More than twice the number of scanning lines. "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). 1 Video is recorded at this resolution only in MXP or FXP - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 7
supports AVCHD specifications, you can easily play back your high-definition recordings directly from the memory card ( 39). Refer to the TV's instruction manual AVCHD specifications the video signal is recorded using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression and the audio signal is recorded in Dolby Digital. 4 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 8
Table of contents Introduction 6 Enjoying High-Definition Video with Your Camcorder 12 About this Manual 13 Getting to Know the Camcorder 13 Supplied Accessories 14 Components Guide 17 Screen Displays Preparations 20 Getting Started 20 Charging the Battery Pack 22 Preparing the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 9
Quality (Recording Mode) 37 Zooming 37 Quick Start Function 38 Reviewing and Deleting the Last Scene Recorded 39 Basic Playback 39 Playing Backlight Correction and Manual Exposure Adjustment 51 Manual Focus Adjustment 51 White Balance 53 Image Effects 54 Digital Effects 55 On- - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 10
Photos 62 Basic Recording 62 Taking Photos 62 Selecting Photo Size and Quality 64 Erasing a Photo Right After Recording It 64 Basic Playback 64 Viewing Photos 66 Magnifying Photos during Playback 66 Erasing Photos 67 Additional Functions 67 Flash 68 Drive Mode: Continuous - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 11
Menu 93 Setup Menus 93 Camera Setup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) 95 Memory Operations (Initialization, etc.) 96 Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) 97 System Setup (Speaker Volume, Beep, etc.) 99 Date/Time Setup 100 Trouble? 100 Troubleshooting 104 List of Messages - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 12
icons and the name of the relevant chapter or section. DVSD Refer to the "Digital Video Software" instruction manual, included as a PDF file in the supplied DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk CD-ROM. DW-100 Refer to the instruction manual of the optional DW-100 DVD Burner. • The following terms are used in - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 13
3 SE WS-30 Wrist Strap Software CD-ROM2 and Installation Guide DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk 1 Software for saving, managing , editing and playing back movies on your computer ( 83). The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (electronic version on PDF file). 2 Software for - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 14
Introduction Components Guide Left side view Right side view button ( 25)/ (print/share) button ( 74, 87) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 55, 42)/ BATT. INFO button ( 19) Speaker ( - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 15
Back view LCD panel Top view MIC terminal ( 58) AV OUT/ terminal ( 80) ACCESS (memory access) indicator ( 35, 62)/CHG (charge) indicator ( 20) Serial number START/STOP button ( 35) Strap mount ( 23) DC IN terminal ( 20) RESET button ( 102) Remote sensor ( 22) LCD screen ( 24) Joystick ( 27) FUNC. - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 16
Introduction Bottom view Tripod socket ( 112) BATTERY RELEASE switch ( 21) Grip belt Wireless Controller WL-D88 16 START/STOP button ( 35) FUNC. button ( 28, 91) MENU button ( 28, 93) PLAYLIST button ( 39) Navigation buttons ( / / / ) (frame reverse) button ( 40) (fast reverse) button ( 40) (play - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 17
Recording program ( 45, 47) White balance ( 51) Image effect ( 53) Digital effects ( 54) Recording mode ( 36) Still image quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( 69) Remote sensor off ( 98) Instant AF ( 93), MF Manual focus ( 51) 24F progressive frame rate ( 19) Memory operation ( 19) Time - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 18
( 50) Recording program ( 45, 47) Light metering mode ( 69) White balance ( 51) Image effect ( 53) Digital effects ( 54) Drive mode ( 68) Still image quality/size ( 62) Instant AF ( 93), MF Manual focus ( 51) Remaining battery time ( 19) Number of still images available On the memory card - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 19
24F progressive frame rate Select the 24F progressive frame rate ( 45) to give your recordings a cinematic look. You can combine this frame rate with the [ CINE MODE] recording program to enhance the effect. Memory operation Record, Record pause, Playback, Playback pause, Fast playback, Fast - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 20
starts flashing. The indicator will stay on when the charging is completed. • If the indicator flashes but in a different pattern, refer to Troubleshooting ( 100). ONCE THE BATTERY PACK IS FULLY CHARGED 1 Disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder. 2 Unplug the power cord from the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 21
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 this product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 22
Preparations Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories First, insert the supplied lithium button battery CR2025 into the wireless controller. TO USE THE WIRELESS CONTROLLER Tab 1 Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2 Place the lithium button - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 23
Accessories 2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to remove it from the rear bracket on the camcorder. TO ATTACH A WRIST STRAP Fasten the grip belt. • Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 24
Preparations TO ATTACH A SHOULDER STRAP Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap. You can also remove the grip belt and attach the shoulder strap directly to the rear - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 25
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 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 26
in the [ SYSTEM SETUP] menu Operating Modes The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of the mode dial. In this manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode icons - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 27
to operate additional functions. Press to display/hide the joystick guide. The functions that appear on the joystick guide will change depending on the operating mode. In the illustrations of this manual, positions other than those relevant to the function explained are marked with a striped pattern - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 28
The selected option will be highlighted in orange. • With some settings you will need to make further selections and/or press . Follow the additional operation guides that will appear on the screen (such as the icon, small arrows, etc.). 4 Press FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu. You can - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 29
press to save the setting. 6 Press FUNC. . You can press FUNC. to close the menu at any time. Abbreviation of Menu Selections in this Manual In this manual, the arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. Below is an example of changing a setting using the setup menus. FUNC. [ MENU] [ DISPLAY SETUP - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 30
Preparations • The date appears in a year-month-day format only in the first setup screen. In subsequent screen displays the date and time will appear as month-day-year (for example, [JAN. 1, 2008 12:00 AM]). You can change the date format ( 99). • You can also change the date and time later on ( - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 31
SD memory card with capacities over 2 GB. Please note that the specifications of SDHC memory cards are different from those of regular SD memory GB with devices that do not support SDHC. However, SDHC devices (including this camcorder) are backward compatible and support regular SD memory cards. • - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 32
Preparations Inserting and Removing a Memory Card Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder ( 33). 4 Insert the memory card straight, with the label facing up, all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks. 5 Close the memory card slot cover. • Pull the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 33
IMPORTANT Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Selecting the Memory for the Recordings NOTES When selecting the memory for the recordings, information about the memory - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 34
to cancel the complete initialization while it is in progress. All recordings will be erased and the memory can be used without any problem. IMPORTANT • Initializing the memory will permanently erase all recordings. The lost original recordings cannot be recovered. Make sure you back up important - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 35
Video This chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, menu options, and memory operations. Basic Recording Shooting Video ( 26) 1 Set the mode dial to . 2 Turn on the camcorder. You can select the memory to be used for recording movies ( 33). 3 Press START - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 36
Video Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) The camcorder offers 5 recording modes. Changing the recording mode will change the recording time available on the memory. Select MXP or FXP mode for better movie quality; select LP mode for longer recording times. The following table gives - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 37
Zooming ( 26) mode: In addition to the optical zoom, digital zoom is also available ( 93). NOTES • Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the subject. At full wide angle, you can focus on a subject as close - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 38
scene recorded in order to check it. You can also delete the scene while reviewing it. ( 26) 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it. If does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 39
Basic Playback Playing Back the Video • Press to stop the playback and return to the scene index screen. ( 26) TO SELECT WHICH SCENES TO PLAY BACK After creating a playlist ( 59), you can switch between the original movies and the playlist you edited according to your choice. You can also - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 40
Video - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the position of the mode dial. • You may not be able to play back with another AVCHD device the movies you recorded on the memory card with this camcorder. In such case, play back the movies on the memory card - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 41
. • To turn off the volume, keep the joystick pressed ( ) toward until the volume icon changes to . • You can press again to hide the joystick guide during playback. Selecting Scenes by Recording Date You can search for all the recordings you made on a particular date, for example, to find all the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 42
display a timeline of the scene and select where to begin the playback. This is very convenient when you want to play back a long scene from a specific point. ( 26) 1 In the index screen select the scene you want to view and press DISP. . • The timeline screen appears. The large thumbnail will show - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 43
Interval between frames Recording date and time Scene length Current scene / Total number of scenes Frame selected for start of playback Page slidebar Timeline ruler 2 Select ( ) the playback starting point from the timeline ruler. 3 Press to begin the playback. TO SELECT ANOTHER SCENE Move ( ) the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 44
Video Deleting All Scenes Select in advance the memory from which you want to delete scenes ( 39). FUNC. [ MENU] [ MEMORY OPER.] [DEL.ALL MOVIES] [YES]* [OK] FUNC. * Press twice to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. IMPORTANT • Be careful when deleting original recordings. Once - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 45
. ( 26) FUNC. ( 28) TO SET THE [ CINE MODE] RECORDING PROGRAM FUNC. [ PROGRAM AE] [ CINE MODE] FUNC. TO CHANGE THE FRAME RATE FUNC. [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [FRAME RATE] [ PF24] FUNC. Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 46
other modes. - White points may appear on the screen. - Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [ FIREWORKS] - To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod especially in mode, as the shutter speed slows down - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 47
VALUE When you select [ SHUTTERPRIO.AE] or [ APERTURE-PRIO.AE], a numeric value will appear next to the recording program icon. 1 If the joystick guide appears on the screen, press to hide it. 2 Adjust ( ) the shutter speed or aperture value to the desired value. Shutter speed guidelines Note that - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 48
on the mini video light to shoot video or take photos in dark places. ( 26) 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it. If does not appear on the joystick guide, push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . • appears on the screen - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 49
For details about attaching and using the video light, refer to the instruction manual of the VL-5. When the video light is attached and the power to OFF first. Self Timer ( 26) FUNC. ( 28) FUNC. [ MENU] [ CAMERA SETUP] [SELF TIMER] [ON ] FUNC. appears. mode: In record pause mode, press START - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 50
appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can manually adjust the exposure or use the automatic backlight correction. ( 26) POINTS screen, press to display it. If [EXP] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display it. 2 Push - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 51
the procedure. 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it. If [FOCUS] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) ( ), changes to "MF" and the camcorder returns to manual focus. White Balance The white balance function helps you to accurately - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 52
the menu. NOTES • When you select the custom white balance: - Set the custom white balance in a sufficiently illuminated place. - Turn off the digital zoom ( 93). - Reset the white balance when the lighting conditions change. - Depending on the light source, may keep flashing. The result will still - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 53
• Depending on the type of fluorescent light, optimal color balance may not be obtained with [ FLUORESCENT] or [ FLUORESCENT H]. If the color looks unnatural, adjust it using [ AUTO] or [ SET]. Image Effects You can use the image effects to change the color saturation and contrast to record images - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 54
in mode. Setting FUNC. ( 28) FUNC. [ D.EFFECT OFF] Desired fader/effect* FUNC. ** * You can preview the digital effect on the screen. ** The icon of the selected digital effect appears. 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it. If does not appear on the joystick - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 55
last setting used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program. On-Screen Displays the date, time and information about the camera setup at the time of recording. While viewing indicator while recording. ( 26) Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level Repeatedly press - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 56
-12 dB mark only occasionally. 4 Press to save the setting and hide the joystick guide. • The audio level selected will be locked and the audio level adjustment bar will disappear from the indicator. • During manual adjustment, press and push the joystick ( ) toward [ MIC] to return the camcorder to - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 57
Using Headphones or an External Microphone Using Headphones Use headphones for playback or to check the audio level while recording. The headphones are connected to the AV OUT/ terminal, which is used for both the headphones and the audio/ video output. Before connecting the headphones, follow the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 58
mini advanced shoe cover and attach the optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone to the mini advanced shoe. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the microphone. When a compatible accessory is attached to the mini advanced shoe, will appear on the screen. Using other microphones You - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 59
Managing Scenes and the Memory Creating a Playlist Create a playlist to play back only the scenes you prefer and in the order of your choice. Moving or deleting scenes in the playlist will not affect the original recordings. Options [ALL SCENES (THIS DATE)] Adds to the playlist all the scenes that - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 60
Video 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to delete. 3 Delete the scene. FUNC. [YES] [ DELETE] Deleting the Entire Playlist FUNC. [ MENU] [ MEMORY OPER.] [DEL.PLAYLIST] [YES] FUNC. Moving Scenes in the Playlist Move the scenes in the playlist to play them back in the order of your choice. ( 26) - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 61
FUNC. ( 28) 1 Select one of the index screens of movies recorded in the built-in memory (original movies or playlist). Refer to To select which scenes to play back ( 39). 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to copy to the memory card, or a scene recorded on the date you want to copy. 3 Copy the scene - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 62
the camcorder. - Do not change the position of the mode dial. NOTES • If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually ( 51). • When the subject is too bright, "OVEREXP." starts flashing. In such case, use the optional FS-H37U ND filter. Selecting Photo Size and - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 63
( 26) Options Image size options and the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on memory cards of various sizes are given in the following table. FUNC. ( 28) FUNC. [ 2048x1536] Desired image size* Desired image quality* FUNC. * Press to move back and forth between size and - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 64
Playback You can erase the still image recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] option or immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to [ OFF]. ( 26) Viewing Photos ( 26) While reviewing the image immediately after recording: 1 Push the joystick ( ) toward - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 65
IMAGES] or [ IMAGES]. JUMP 10 JUMP 100 4 Jump ( ) the number of images selected and press . You can press again to hide the joystick guide. IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 66
W until the frame disappears. Erasing Photos You can erase those still images that you are not interested in keeping. ( 26) 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward . 3 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press . Erasing All Images FUNC. ( 28) FUNC - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 67
does not fire. 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it. If does not appear on the joystick guide, push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT • The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When you manually adjust the exposure in (auto) or (red-eye reduction) mode. - - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 68
Photos • We recommend not using the flash while the optional Wide-converter or Tele-converter is attached; its shadow can appear on the screen. Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing Take a series of pictures of a moving subject or record the same picture in 3 levels of exposure in - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 69
, or in record pause mode, press PHOTO to capture the still image. NOTES • The still image cannot be recorded simultaneously while the digital zoom or a digital effect is activated. • To record still images we recommend using the mode, which offers the best quality for still images. • The - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 70
dark. Pixel Count Shadows Highlights NOTES The histogram will appear also after recording a still image, while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] option (or immediately after recording it, if [REVIEW] is set to [ OFF]). You can choose to turn off the histogram by pressing DISP - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 71
FUNC. [ MENU] [ SYSTEM SETUP] [IMG QUALITY] Desired image quality* FUNC. * The number displayed at the bottom indicates the approximate number of images that can be recorded with the current quality setting. TO CAPTURE THE STILL IMAGE 1 Play back the scene containing the picture you want to capture. - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 72
"Video" section. • Zoom ( 37) • Quick Start ( 37) • Recording programs ( 45, 47) • Mini video light ( 48) • Self timer ( 49) • Automatic backlight correction and manual exposure adjustment ( 50) • Manual focus adjustment ( 51) • White balance ( 51) • Image effects ( 53) • Digital effects ( 54) 72 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 73
Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo. ( 26) Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer camcorder using the compact power adapter. • Refer also to the printer's instruction manual. • If you have no intention to use the optional DW- - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 74
[ON], [OFF] or [DEFAULT]. Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can also select [VIVID], [NR] and [VIVID+NR]. [ ] (Number of Copies) Select 1-99 copies. NOTES Print setting options and [DEFAULT] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. 74 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 75
Printing after Changing the Print Settings 1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it. the [ PAPER SIZE] setting. [ PAPER SIZE]→ [CREDITCARD] [9 x 13 cm] [10 x 14.8 cm] [A4] Canon printer ↓ PIXMA SELPHY DS - - 2, 4, 9 or 161 4 SELPHY CP/ES 2, 4 or 82 2 or 4 2 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 76
referring to the error message list ( 109) and to the printer's instruction manual. • Canon's PictBridge-compatible printers: If printing does not resume automatically after you solved the problem, select [CONTINUE] and press to resume printing. If that option is not available, select [STOP] and - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 77
set the desired number of copies as a print order. Later, you can easily print out the print orders by connecting the camcorder to a PictBridge-compatible printer ( 73). You can set print orders for up to 998 still images. ( 26) 77 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 78
. 3 Select ( , press . ) [PRINT] and Printing starts. The print settings menu disappears when the printing is completed. NOTES • Depending on the connected printer, you can change some print settings before step 3 ( 74). • To cancel the printing, refer to page 75. • Restarting Printing: Open the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 79
to the camcorder. HDMI OUT Terminal* Access: Move the grip belt and open the terminal cover. The HDMI OUT terminal offers a high-quality digital connection that combines audio and video in a single convenient cable. USB Terminal Access: Move the grip belt and open the terminal cover. * When - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 80
cables or accessories not supplied with the camcorder are marked with an asterisk; prepare the necessary equipment in advance. Connection * Type: Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal. (HDMI Mini Connector) HTC-100 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 81
change the aspect ratio ( 98) - [AV/PHONES] to [ AV] ( 97) STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) Yellow White Red VIDEO AUDIO L R Connection Type: Digital data connection Connect to a computer to transfer and back up your recordings, to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner to create DVD discs from - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 82
video input the same terminal to which you connected the camcorder. Refer to the instruction manual of the connected TV. 4 Turn on the camcorder and set it to mode -1 system. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. About the HDMI™ connection The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 83
software's instruction manual (PDF file). For details about installing the software refer to PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE Installation Guide. Saving optional DW-100 DVD Burner to create high-definition DVD discs (AVCHD specifications). This way, you can preserve your video recordings in the highest video - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 84
External Connections For important information on handling your discs, refer to DW-100 Cautions on handling. ( 26) Options for creating AVCHD discs ( mode) [ALL SCENES]* Add all the scenes to the disc(s). [REM.SCENES]* Add only those scenes that have not been previously added to a disc. [PLAYLIST - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 85
can be played back only with AVCHD-compatible DVD players. Do not insert a high-definition disc into a DVD player that is not compatible with AVCHD specifications as you may not be able to eject the disc. • While the camcorder is connected to the DVD burner, do not open the memory card - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 86
begin the playback. TO PLAY BACK PHOTO DVDS Photo DVDs are created using DVD-Video specifications (standard definition) and cannot be played back using the DVD burner. Play back your connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. Video output will be in standard definition, although the original - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 87
Refer also to the relevant sections in the "Digital Video Software" instruction manual (PDF file). ( 26) Preparations Install the images ( 89). 1 Install the supplied Digital Video Software. Refer to the installation guide (separate leaflet included with the CD-ROM [PC/PRINTER] and press . 87 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 88
not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your computer. • If you wish to • Refer also to the computer's instruction manual. • Users of Windows Vista, Windows Burner, you can set [USB SETTING] to [ PC/PRINTER] ( 97) so the selection screen does not appear every - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 89
still images that have not yet been transferred to the computer. [ TRANSFER ORDERS] Transfers still images marked with transfer orders ( 90). Manual Transfer Options You can select the still image(s) to transfer. [ SELECT & TRANSFER] Select the still image(s) to transfer. [ WALLPAPER] Select a still - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 90
on the screen. 2 Select ( ) the still image you want to mark with a transfer order. 3 Press to set the transfer order. A checkmark appears in the box next to the transfer order icon . Press again to cancel the transfer order. 4 Repeat steps 2-3 to mark additional images with transfer orders or press - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 91
Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling FUNC. Menu - Recording Modes Menu item Recording programs Light metering mode White balance Image effects Digital effects Drive mode Setting options [ PROGRAM AE], [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE], [ APERTURE-PRIO.AE - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 92
Additional Information Menu item Setting options Recording mode [ HIGH QUALITY 24 Mbps], [ HIGH QUALITY 17 Mbps], [ HIGH QUALITY 12 Mbps], [ STANDARD PLAY 7 Mbps], [ LONG PLAY 5 Mbps] Still image simultaneous [ STILL I.REC OFF], [LW 1920x1080], recording [SW 848x480] [ SUPER FINE], [ FINE], - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 93
SCeatmupeMraenSuestup (Digital Zoom, Image Stabilizer, etc.) CAMERA SETUP Menu item [SELF TIMER] [D.ZOOM] [ZOOM SPEED] [AF MODE] [FOCUS ASSIST] [AF AST LAMP] [FOCUS PRI.] [IMG STAB] [FRAME RATE] [A.SL SHUTTER] [REVIEW]* [WIND SCREEN] [MIC ATT] Setting options [ ON ], [ OFF] [ OFF], [ 40X], [ 200X] - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 94
that appears at the center of the screen to help you focus manually ( 51). • Using the focus assist function will not affect the we recommend stabilizing the camcorder, for example, by mounting it on a tripod. [REVIEW]: Selects the time to display a still image after it has been recorded to the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 95
[WIND SCREEN]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors. • Some low-frequency sounds will be suppressed along with the sound of wind. When recording in surroundings unaffected by wind or if you want to record low-frequency sounds, we recommend setting - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 96
will appear also on the screen of a connected TV or monitor. [DATA CODE]: Displays the date and/or time when the scene was recorded. [ CAMERA DATA]: Displays the aperture (f-stop) and shutter speed used when recording the image. [MARKERS]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 97
] [ AV], [ PHONES] [ RESET], [ CONTINUOUS] [ SUPER FINE], [ FINE], [ NORMAL] [ NORMAL TV], [ WIDE TV] [ 480i], [ 1080i] - [ DVD BURNER], [ PC/PRINTER], [ CONNECT&SET] [ALL SCENES], [REM.SCENES], [PLAYLIST] [ALL IMAGES], [ TRANS.ORD] - zzzz - zzzz - zzzz - zzzz - zz - - - z - z - 57 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 98
volume of the playback. You can also adjust the volume using the joystick guide ( 57). [IMG NUMBERS]: Select the image numbering method to be to [ WIDE TV]. [COMP.OUT]: You can select the video specifications to use when connecting the camcorder to a high-definition TV using the component video connection. - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 99
to an external device using the USB cable. [ DVD BURNER]: To connect exclusively to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner. [ PC/PRINTER]: To connect to a computer, a printer or similar USB peripherals. [ CONNECT&SET]: To make the selection from a screen that appears at the time of the connection to the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 100
Additional Information Trouble? Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Sometimes what you think is a malfunction of the camcorder may have the simplest of solutions - please read the "CHECK THIS FIRST" box before going on to the more detailed problems and - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 101
. - Autofocus does not work on the subject. Focus manually ( 51). - Lens or Instant AF sensor is dirty 83) and initialize the memory ( 33). Reviewing the last scene recorded takes longer than usual OFF] ( 69), or if either the digital zoom ( 93) or a digital effect ( 54) is activated. Movies or - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 102
the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center. The CHG (charge) indicator flashes very slowly. - (one flash the power source and reconnect it after a short time. If the problem still persists, disconnect the power source and press the RESET button with - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 103
), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. Activate the microphone attenuator or adjust the audio recording level manually ( 55). The picture is displayed correctly but there is no sound from the built-in speaker. - Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 104
again. The computer doesn't recognize the camcorder even though the camcorder is connected correctly. - [USB SETTING] is set to [DVD BURNER]. Set it to [PC/PRINTER] or to [CONNECT&SET] ( 97). - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. After a short while, turn it on again and restore the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 105
CANNOT ACCESS THE BUILT-IN MEMORY - There is a problem with the built-in memory. CANNOT COMMUNICATE WITH THE BATTERY PACK CONTINUE USING THIS BATTERY PACK? - You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder. CANNOT COPY - The total size of the scenes you - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 106
the memory card and used it with another device after this happened, we recommend you select [NO]. INITIALIZE USING ONLY THE CAMCORDER - There is a problem with the file system that prevents accessing the selected memory. Initialize the built-in memory or memory card with this camcorder ( 33). 106 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 107
MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO RECORD MOVIES ON THIS CARD - You may not be able to record movies on a memory card without a Speed Class rating. Replace the memory card with one rated Speed Class 2 or higher. NAMING ERROR - The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set [IMG NUMBERS] to [ - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 108
the USB cable and decrease the number of still images in the memory (for printers or Windows: less than 1,800; Macintosh: less than 1,000). If a dialog DW-100 DVD Burner, refer to the following section and also to the instruction manual of the DVD burner. CANNOT READ THE DISC CHECK THE DISC - During - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 109
settings cannot be used for printing with the button. COMMUNICATION ERROR - The printer is experiencing a data transfer error. Cancel printing, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and reconnect the USB cable. When you are printing using the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 110
's settings. INK ABSORBER FULL - Select [CONTINUE] to resume printing. Consult a Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer) to replace the ink absorber. INK ERROR - There is a problem with the ink. Replace the ink cartridge. LOW INK LEVEL - The ink cartridge needs to - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 111
flashes or an error message appears on the printer's operation panel, refer to the printer's instruction manual. • If you cannot solve the problem even after consulting this list and the printer's instruction manual, contact the closest Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 112
device such as a computer or digital video recorder ( 83) and back and create more free space on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss not function properly, consult qualified service personnel. • Handle the camcorder tripods may damage the camcorder. Camera positioning pin 5.5 mm • - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 113
may not be displayed. Use the time shown on the screen as an approximation. Regarding the use of non-Canon battery packs • For your safety, battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs will not be charged even if you attach them to this camcorder or to the optional CG-800 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 114
other metal tools, as this will cause a short circuit. • Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact. • For California, USA only: The lithium battery included contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/ hazardouswaste/perchlorate for details. - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 115
Disposal Maintenance/Others When you delete movies or initialize the built-in memory or memory card, only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not physically erased. Take the necessary precautions when you dispose of the camcorder or memory card, for example by physically - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 116
any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen You can only Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Surinam, Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, USA, Venezuela, Virgin Islands. 116 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 117
discs/ Photo DVDs DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone2 VL-5 Video Light2 SD/SDHC memory card Card reader/writer Computer PictBridge- compatible printers 1 This product is included with the camcorder and not sold separately. 2 Accessories that are compatible with the Advanced Accessory Shoe - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 118
shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 119
Recording and Playback Times The recording and playback times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording mode and charging, recording or playback conditions. The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 120
you to control difficult lighting conditions. HTC-100 HDMI Cable Use this cable to connect the camcorder to an external device using an all-digital connection, allowing you to enjoy playback at the highest quality. This cable sends both video and audio signals. DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 121
and portability. SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. 121 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 122
Additional Information Product Codes Provided Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-809 Battery Pack WL-D88 Wireless Controller CTC-100 Component Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-400PCU USB Cable WS-30 Wrist Strap Optional Accessories BP-819 Battery Pack BP-827 Battery Pack CG-800 Battery - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 123
Specifications HF11 MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch DCF (Design rule for camera system), compatible with Exif1 Ver. 2.2 and ) 37 mm Autofocus (TTL + external distance sensor when set to [INSTANT AF]); Manual focus available 1 m (3.3 ft.); 1 cm (0.39 in.) at full wide angle - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 124
Additional Information 1 This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camcorder's image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 125
30.7 x 27.5 x 40.2 mm (1.2 x 1.1 x 1.6 in.) 47 g (1.7 oz) Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice. The information in this manual is verified as of September 2008. 125 - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 126
program 47 AV OUT/ terminal 57, 79 AVCHD specifications 6 B Backlight correction 50 Battery pack Battery 38, 43, 59 Still images 64, 66 Digital effects 54 Direct print 73 Direct transfer 87 Drive mode 94 Focus priority 94 Manual 51, 94 Frame rate 45, 94 FUNC. menu 28, - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 127
27 Joystick guide 27 L Language 30 LCD screen 24 Light metering mode 69 M Magnifying a still image 66 Maintenance 115 Manual exposure adjustment Recording time 36 Remote sensor 22 RESET 102 Reviewing Movies (Record review 38 Still images (Review 94 S Screen icons 17 SD/SDHC memory - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 128
Transfer order 90 Transferring to a computer Movies 83 Still images 87 Troubleshooting 100 Tv (recording program 47 U USB terminal 79 V Volume 51 Wide angle 37 Wind screen 95 Wireless controller 22 Z Zoom 37 Digital zoom 93 Zoom speed 37, 93 Trademark Acknowledgements • The SD logo is - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 129
instructions; B) If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA's factory service centers or authorized service such specific warranty as Canon may - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 130
the instruction manual; ii) the use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with the Equipment that do not conform to Canon specifications or that cause abnormally frequent service problems; iii) repairs or services performed by any party other than a Canon Service Facility - Canon HF11 | VIXIA HF11 Instruction Manual - Page 131
400, Miami, FL 33126 USA CANON HONGKONG COMPANY LTD. 19/F, The Metropolis Tower, 10 Metropolis Drive, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong For support concerning PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE, please call PIXELA customer support (details in the PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE Installation Guide). Pour toute assistance
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