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PUB. DIE-0339-000 HD Camcorder Instruction Manual Y - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 2
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. 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 M300 A systems This device complies - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 3
type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 4
Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF M30 A / VIXIA HF M31 A / VIXIA HF M300 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions of time. 12 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 5
other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions in this manual. 23 Polarization - The CA ) proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in kind onto the product. 29 Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 6
the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. Model Name: VIXIA HF M30 A / VIXIA HF M31 A / VIXIA HF M300 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 7
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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 8
or on commercially available memory cards (0 37). e Relay Recording 3g The built-in memory almost full? Use the memory card slot to keep on recording video without interruption (0 39). 1 "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 9
into a video clip set to your favorite background music. Just point the camcorder and it will automatically select the best settings for your subject Face Detection (0 66) Image Stabilization The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 10
an Eye-Fi card (0 145) to wirelessly upload recordings to your computer or a video sharing Web site. Save or upload to the Web. High Definition AVCHD Use the supplied software ImageMixer 3 SE (0 128, 141). MPEG-2 Standard Definition SD-Video Convert your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 11
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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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 13
3D Flip View 55 Narrowing Down the Scenes Shown in the Index Screen 56 Deleting Scenes 58 Advanced Functions 58 Shooting Video in y Manual Mode 59 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) 60 Special Scene Recording Programs 63 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your Recordings - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 14
100 Basic Playback 100 Viewing Photos 102 Deleting Photos 104 Additional Functions 104 Taking Photos in y Manual Mode 105 Selecting Photo Size and Quality 107 Flash 109 Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing 110 Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording) 112 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 15
External Connections 121 Terminals on the Camcorder 122 Connection Diagrams 124 Playback on a TV Screen 126 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 126 e Copying Recordings to a Memory Card 128 Saving Recordings on a Computer 131 Saving Movies onto High-Definition Discs (AVCHD/Blu-ray Discs) 135 e - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 16
Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF M31 / VIXIA HF M30 / VIXIA HF M300. 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 (0 168). Conventions Used in this Manual - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 17
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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 18
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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 19
are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM* and 'PIXELA Applications' Installation Guide - ImageMixer 3 SE Transfer referred in the manual as the Camcorder Supplemental Disc). Contains the following components. - Full-version instruction manual of the camcorder (this PDF - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 20
card slot cover 5 Memory card slot (0 38) 6 MIC terminal (0 85) 7 AV OUT terminal (0 121, 123)/ X (headphones) terminal (0 82) 8 BATTERY RELEASE switch (0 24) 9 ACCESS indicator (0 42, 58, 104) A q Strap mount (0 27) A a COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 121, 123) A s USB terminal (0 121, 124) A d HDMI - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 21
) indicator: Green - ON Orange - Standby (0 47) Red - Charging (0 23) S h Remote sensor (0 26) S j LCD touch screen (0 28, 30) S k POWERED IS button (0 65)/ WEB button* (0 141) S l Battery attachment unit (0 23) D q START/STOP button (0 42, 58) D a DC IN terminal (0 23) * e only. Introduction 21 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 22
Bottom view D s Serial number Wireless Controller WL-D89 D d Tripod socket (0 187) 1 START/STOP button (0 42, 58) 2 b (index selection) button (0 52) Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch between shooting and playback mode. 3 MENU button (0 33, 151) 4 DISP. (onscreen display) button (0 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 23
. 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 Preparations 23 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 24
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 (0 168). To remove the battery pack 1 Slide - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 25
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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 26
in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2 Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up. 3 Insert the battery holder. Tab To use the wireless controller Point the wireless controller at the camcorder's remote sensor when you press the buttons. You can rotate - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 27
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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 28
To attach an optional wrist strap 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 29
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 setting will shorten the effective usage time of the bat- tery pack. • You can further adjust the brightness of the LCD - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 30
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 controls (for example, to adjust the volume). IMPORTANT • The camcorder uses a pressure-sensitive touch screen. Press firmly when using touch - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 31
recording of movies and photos (0 42). Flexible recording Use one of the dedicated recording modes to enjoy full access to the menus and advanced functions and change the camcorder's settings to your preference. Touch [4] to record movies (0 58). Touch [3] to record photos (0 104). * The mode icon - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 32
(0 100). NOTES • e When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used for recording. • You to switch between recording and playback mode. Using the Menus Many of the camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the FUNC. panel and the setup menus. - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 33
In and mode, touch [Edit] to display a similar panel contain- ing the various operations that are available after selecting one or more scenes or photos (for example, deleting, adding scenes to the playlist, protecting photos, etc.). Touch the control button of the desired opera- tion. - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 34
NOTES • A small font size is used in menu screens so you can see the options currently selected. You can enlarge the font size by setting 6 8 [Font Size] to [A Large] but only the icons of the currently selected options will appear on the screen. 34 Preparations - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 35
-hour clock (AM/PM). 6 Touch [OK] to start the clock and close the setup screen. NOTES • When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 36
Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 22 other languages. Operating modes: [FUNC.]* 8 [MENU] 8 6 8 [Language a] 8 Desired language 8 [a] * Only when performing the procedure in a - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 37
Using a Memory Card Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder You can use commercially available SDHC (SD high capacity) memory cards and SD memory cards with this camcorder. How- ever, depending on the memory card, you may not be able to record movies. Refer to the table below. As - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 38
memory cards before using them with this camcorder. 1 Turn off the camcorder. Make sure the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator is off. 2 Open the memory card slot cover. 3 Insert the memory card straight, with the label facing up, all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks. 4 Close the memory card - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 39
the relay recording so if the built-in memory becomes full while recording movies, the recording will continue uninterrupted on the memory card. Operating modes: 1 Insert a memory card that contains no video recordings into the camcorder. 2 Activate the relay recording. [FUNC.] 8 [MENU] 8 8 8 [Rec - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 40
position of the mode switch. - Changing the camcorder's operating mode. - Selecting the memory card as the memory for recording movies. Initializing the Built-in Memory (e only) or Memory Card Initialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time. You can also initialize - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 41
after it is initialized. For details, refer to the 'ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' (PDF file). - Mac OS users: Use Finder to transfer music files from the [MUSIC] folder on the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc to a memory card after it is initialized. Refer to About the music files (0 203) for - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 42
and Taking Photos in Dual Shot Mode Operating modes: 1 Set the mode switch to 5. 2 Turn on the camcorder. • e By default, movies and photos are recorded in the built-in memory. You can select the memory that will be used to record movies and photos (0 38). • Please read the IMPORTANT section (0 44 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 43
& Track (0 68) to track other moving subjects, keeping them in focus and using the best settings to record them. About the Smart AUTO mode When shooting in mode, the camcorder will automatically detect certain characteristics of the subject, background, lighting conditions, etc. It will then - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 44
while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. 44 Dual Shot Mode - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 45
/region of use. See also Using an Eye-Fi card (0 146). NOTES • About the Power Save mode: If 6 8 [Power Saving Mode] 8 [Auto Power Off] is set to [A On], the camcorder will shut off automatically to save power when it is powered by a battery pack and is left without any operation for 5 minutes - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 46
Zooming Operating modes: There are three ways you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the wireless controller or using the zoom controls on the touch screen. In addition to the 15x optical zoom*, in - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 47
hide the zoom controls. 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 as 1 cm (0.39 in.). • In or energy when you are using a battery pack. Additionally, when you open the LCD panel, the camcorder is ready to start recording in - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 48
LCD panel is closed while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing or while a menu is being displayed. The camcorder may also not enter standby mode if the LCD panel is closed while the memory card slot cover is open or when the battery charge is too low. Check that the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 49
Video This chapter covers functions related to movies, including playback, advanced shooting, advanced functions and playlist and scene operations. For details about basic video shooting, refer to Dual Shot Mode (0 42). Basic Playback Playing Back the Video Operating modes: 1 Press S. You can also - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 50
page* D Drag your finger right for the previous index page* E Select a different index screen to read different content or from a different memory (e only) (0 52) F Scene's timeline (0 87) and recording information G Narrow down the scenes shown in the index screen (0 55) * While browsing through - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 51
A Stop the playback. B Jump to the beginning of the scene. Double-tap to jump to the previous scene. C Pause the playback. D Drag your finger left and right along the volume bar to adjust the volume. E Touch anywhere else to hide the playback controls. F Fast playback backward*. G Jump to the next - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 52
following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. • You may not be able to - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 53
[3D Flip View] See the following section (0 54). [Photos] Display the photo index screen. [SD Scenes] (e Only when the memory card is selected) Scenes that were converted to standard definition to upload them to the Web (0 141) or to create standard DVD discs (0 135). Touch [SD Scenes] and then [For - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 54
3D Flip View 3D Flip View is a fun way to display your video recordings (original scenes) in a 3D layout, organized by recording date. In any index screen, touch [b] 8 [3D Flip View]. During single photo view, touch the screen once to display the controls then touch [Q] to open the [Photos] index - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 55
Narrowing Down the Scenes Shown in the Index Screen From the [Original] index screen, you can narrow down the scenes shown, leaving only scenes that were recorded on a specific date or only those scenes in which people's faces were detected. Operating modes: Showing Only Scenes that Contain People's - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 56
scenes (that is, movies were recorded on that date) appear in black against a silver background. Dates without recordings appear grayed out. • Touch in keeping. Deleting scenes allows you also to free up space on the memory. See also Deleting Scenes from the Playlist (0 95). Operating modes: 1 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 57
following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing (while scenes are being deleted). - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. NOTES • Deleting a scene from the original - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 58
while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. • Be sure to save your - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 59
For details, refer to Dual Shot Mode (0 42). 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 60
Default value Recording mode → MXP1 FXP1 XP+ SP LP Memory ↓ 4 GB Memory card 20 min. 30 min. 40 min. 1 hr. 10 min. 1 hr. 30 min. 8 GB Memory card/ 40 min. 1 hr. 1 hr. 2 hr. 3 hr. 6 Built-in 25 min. 20 min. memory2 16 GB Memory card 1 hr. 25 min. 2 hr. 5 min. 2 hr. 50 min - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 61
[GSports] To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf. [q Night Scene] To record nightscapes with lower noise. [ISnow] To record in bright ski resorts without the subject being underexposed. [JBeach] To record on a sunny beach without the subject being underexposed. [KSunset] To record sunsets in - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 62
on the screen. - Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [M Fireworks]: - To avoid camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we recommend using a tripod. - In mode, slower shutter speeds are used so blur is more likely to occur - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 63
camcorder's temperature becomes too high. If this happens, turn off the camcorder, take it out of the waterproof case and keep it in a cool place until the temperature goes down. If the camcorder or other accessory is attached to the waterproof case, the camcorder may focus on the accessory. In such - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 64
shake, such as when shooting while walk- ing, and is more effective as the zoom approaches full wide angle. [Q Standard]*, [Q On] Compensates for a lower degree of camcorder shake, such as when shooting while remaining stationary, and is suitable for shooting natural-looking scenes. Use this - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 65
the operation of the Y button (long press or toggle on/off) with the 7 8 [POWERED IS Button] setting. NOTES • If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate. • Powered IS is not available in mode. • For surveying and following shots, when - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 66
off pre-recording. 2 Press g. The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before g was pressed. NOTES • While pre-recording is activated, the camcorder will not emit any notifi- cation sounds. • The camcorder will not record the full 3 seconds prior to pressing g if the button was pressed - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 67
FUNC.] 8 [MENU] 8 7/8 8 [Face Detection & Tracking] 8 [A On o] 8 [a] To select the main subject If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will automatically select one person it determines is the main subject. The main subject is indicated by a white face detection frame and the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 68
, you can use Touch & Track to keep your subject in focus at all times. Operating modes: 1 Make sure face detection is activated (0 66). 2 Point the camcorder at a moving subject and touch the subject on the touch screen. • A white double frame will appear around the subject and track it as it moves - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 69
mode. You can change the length of video snapshot scenes with the 8 8 [Video Snapshot Length] setting. • When the camcorder stops recording, the screen will momentarily turn black as if a camera shutter had released. • In index screens, video snapshot scenes are indicated with the Z mark. NOTES - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 70
Select one of the faders to begin or end a scene with a fade from or to a black screen. You can choose to activate the fader only once, or every time you press g recording video snapshot scenes or when pre-recording is activated. Manually Setting the Shutter Speed or Aperture [A Programmed AE] is - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 71
[a] Options ( Default value) [A Programmed AE] The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the value (aperture or shutter speed), the number displayed will flash if the aperture value or shutter speed is not appropri manually adjusting the exposure. Video 71 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 72
Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Guidelines XWith slower shutter speed you can add a nice motion blur and sense of movement. With faster shutter speeds you can "freeze the action" for powerful images of moving subjects.W mode A y mode 1/2 1/4 1/8 1/15 1/30 1/60 1/100 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 73
inside the e frame. • The Touch AE mark (P) will flash and the exposure will be adjusted automatically so the area you touched manually without activating the Touch AE function. • The manual adjustment dial appears and the adjustment value is set at ±0. • Touch [y] again to return the camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 74
Control (AGC) Limit When recording in dark surroundings, the camcorder will automatically increase the gain to try to get a brighter darker but will have less the noise. Operating modes: [FUNC.] 8 [P AGC Limit] 8 [y Manual]* 8 Drag your finger left and right along the dial to set the AGC limit 8 [a] - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 75
the manual focus screen. [FUNC.] 8 [X Focus] 2 Touch a subject that appears inside the X frame. • The Touch AF mark (P) will flash and manually without activating the Touch AF function. • The manual focus controls and the current focusing distance appear. • Touch [2] again to return the camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 76
- ing procedure before touching [a]. To set the custom white balance Point the camcorder at a white object, so it fills the whole screen, and touch [Set WB]. When the adjustment is completed, g stops flashing and disappears. The camcorder will retain the custom white balance even if you turn it off - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 77
- Reset the white balance when you change locations or the lighting or other conditions change. - Depending on the light source, g may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with [Y Automatic]. • Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases: - Changing lighting - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 78
] Records subjects with softened outlines. [Y Soft Skin Detail] Softens the details in the skin tone area for a more complimentary appearance. To obtain the best effect, use this setting when recording a person in close-up. Note that areas similar to the skin color may lack in detail. [Z Custom - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 79
VL-5 Video Light or VFL-2 Video Flash Light when you need a video light video light, refer to the instruction manual of the accessory used. NOTES • When an self timer. mode: In record pause mode, press g. The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 80
of the Audio Recording Level 1 Open the manual audio recording level adjustment screen. [FUNC.] 8 [c Mic. Level] 8 [y Manual] • The audio level indicator and current audio recording level will appear on the screen. • Touch [z Automatic] to return the camcorder to automatic audio recording levels. 80 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 81
, the audio level indicator will be displayed only after activating the manual adjustment of the audio recording level. You can choose to display it dB), the sound may be distorted. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, activate the microphone attenuator with the 7 8 [ - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 82
Using Headphones Use headphones for playback or to check the audio level while recording. The headphones are connected to the AV OUT/X terminal, which is used for both the headphones and the audio/video output. Before connecting the headphones, follow the procedure below to change the function of - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 83
to expand its functionality. For details about optional accessories available for use with your camcorder, refer to Accessories (0 193). For details about how to attach and use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of the accessory used. 1 Retract the mini advanced shoe cover in - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 84
accessories bearing this logo to ensure compatibility with the mini advanced shoe. Using an External Microphone When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the camcorder's internal , refer to the instruction manual of the accessory used. 84 Video - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 85
compatible with 5.1ch surround sound connected to the camcorder using an HDMI cable. Audio output from the AV OUT/X terminal ( camcorder, 7 8 [Wind Screen] will automatically be set to [B Off Z]. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, adjust the audio recording level manually - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 86
the Mini Advanced Shoe (0 83). appears. For details about using the adapter, refer to the instruction manual of the RA-V1. For details about using the zoom remote controller, refer to the instruction manual of the ZR-2000 or ZR-1000. Functions Available with the Zoom Remote Controller Using the ZR - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 87
6 seconds to 6 minutes. If you recorded movies using face detection (0 66), you can display the scene divided into segments every time the camcorder registered a change in the main subject of the scene. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Original] or [Playlist] index screen. 2 Open the scene's [Timeline - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 88
scene's main subject [6 sec] 8 [o Faces] 8 [f] • The timeline ruler will show frames taken from the scene every time the main subject detected by the camcorder changed. NOTES • For a single scene, up to 100 changes in main subject will appear in the [Timeline] screen when [o Faces] is selected. 88 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 89
• To play back scenes or a slideshow of photos recorded on the memory card, you will need to transfer the music tracks to the memory card in advance. For details, refer to the 'ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' (PDF file). 1 Open the [Playlist], [Video Snapshot] → [Original]/[Playlist] or [Photos - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 90
music by connecting an external player. POINTS TO CHECK • You will need a commercially available audio cable with at least one mini-stereo plug (to connect to the MIC terminal on the camcorder); the other end will depend on external player used). 1 Open the [Playlist], [Video Snapshot] → [Original - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 91
adjust its volume according to the onscreen indications. When the audio input is in the correct range, stop the music playback and touch [a] on the camcorder. • Touch [External Player Link] to link the video playback to the start/ end of the music from the external player. Playback with the video - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 92
after it is initialized. For details, refer to the 'ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' (PDF file). - Mac OS users: Use Finder to transfer music files from the [MUSIC] folder on the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc to a memory card after it is initialized. Refer to About the music files (0 203) for - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 93
that appear automatically but will not remove onscreen displays that were turned on manually (for example, onscreen markers or the audio level meter). 2 Touch . About the Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code (date/time of recording, information about the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 94
selected individually.) 4 Add the scenes to the playlist. [Edit] 8 [Add to Playlist] 8 [Yes] 8 [OK] • e Scenes are added to the playlist on the same memory they are recorded on. NOTES • Deleting or moving scenes in the playlist will not affect the original recordings. • Scenes that were edited using - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 95
• e You can copy scenes from the built-in memory to the memory card (0 126) to include in the memory card's playlist also scenes that were originally recorded in the built-in memory. Deleting Scenes from the Playlist Deleting scenes from the playlist will not affect your original recordings. 1 Open - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 96
from which you want to capture the video snapshot scene. 2 Play back the desired scene. 3 Press g to capture the video snapshot scene. The camcorder captures the video snapshot scene for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar), and then enters playback pause mode. You can - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 97
video snapshot scene is saved to the same memory that contains the source scene. • Video 3 SE and were then written back to the camcorder. • When the source scene is itself a read the IMPORTANT section (0 98) before using an Eye-Fi card. Operating modes: To select the photo capture settings [MENU] - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 98
card (0 146). NOTES • The data code of the photos will reflect the date and time of recording of the original scene. • Photos captured from a scene with a lot of fast movement may be blurred. • e Photos will be recorded on the memory the best parts and later cut out the rest. Operating modes: 1 Open - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 99
scenes that are too short (less than 3 seconds). - Scenes that were edited using the supplied software ImageMixer 3 SE and were then written back to the memory. • Scenes cannot be divided within 1 second from the beginning or the end of the scene. Video 99 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 100
Photos Refer to this chapter for details on taking photos (advanced shooting functions), viewing photos and printing them. For details about basic photo shooting, refer to Dual Shot Mode (0 42). Basic Playback Viewing Photos Operating modes: 1 Press S. 2 Open the [Photos] index screen, if it is not - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 101
for the next index page. D Drag your finger right for the previous index page. E Select a different index screen to read different content or from a different memory (e only) (0 52). 4 Touch the photo you wish to view. • The photo is displayed in single photo view. • Drag your finger left/right to - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 102
precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. • The following image files may not - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 103
3 Touch on the individual photos you want to delete. • A checkmark O will appear on photos selected. Touch a selected photo again to remove the checkmark. • To select all the photos at once: Touch [Select All] instead of touching individual photos. (Remove in advance any checkmarks from photos you - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 104
precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. • When recording photos on an Eye - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 105
autofocus, h turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually (0 74). • When the subject is too bright, [Overexp.] will flash on the screen. In such case, use just recorded while reviewing it within the time set for the 8 8 [Photo Review Time] option. Operating modes: While reviewing the photo immediately - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 106
reference, the number of photos that can be recorded on a 1 GB memory card is given in the following table. NOTES • The actual number of photos recorded will vary depending on the subject and shooting conditions. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you set the cam- corder - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 107
in mode or mode. 3 Approximate number of photos that can actually be recorded on the memory card. (The maximum number of remaining photos displayed on the screen is 9999.) Flash You can use the flash to take photos in dark places. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 108
Mini Advanced Shoe (0 83). appears when you turn on the video flash light (n ON). For details about using the video flash light, refer to the instruction manual of the VFL-2. NOTES • The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When the flash mode is set to [U Automatic] or [V Red-Eye Auto] and - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 109
light up briefly in order to enable the camcorder to focus more accurately (AFassist lamp). - You can on the recording conditions. • The range of the flash decreases in continuous shooting mode. • For red-eye to choose later the photo you like the best. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 110
] The camcorder records 3 photos using 3 different exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the photo you like the best. [B Continuous vary depending on recording conditions and subjects. • When the flash is used, continuous shooting speed will decrease to approx. 2.1 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 111
the country/region of use. See also Using an Eye-Fi card (0 146). NOTES • Photo quality will be higher when photos are recorded in mode or in mode during record pause. • e Photos will be recorded on the memory selected for record- ing photos. • Photos cannot be recorded simultaneously while - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 112
pro- grams. [FUNC.] 8 [Metering Mode] 8 Desired option 8 [a] Options ( Default value) [Q Evaluative] Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camcorder divides the picture into several areas and the light is measured in all of them to achieve the optimal exposure - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 113
Slideshow set to a music track 3 Touch the screen to display the playback controls, then touch [A] to play back the slideshow set to the selected music track. Slideshow not linked to the external audio 3 Touch the screen to display the playback controls, then touch [A] to start the slideshow. 4 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 114
as a reference to verify the correct exposure of the photo. Operating modes: * * In mode the histogram will be dis- played while a photo is reviewed immedi- ately after having taken the photo. Touch the screen to display the playback controls. Pixel Count Shadows Highlights 114 Photos - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 115
The histogram and Exif information panel are displayed as well. Press h to hide the histogram and Exif information panel. The area to the right of the histogram represents highlights and the left side represents shadows. A photo whose histogram skews to the right is relatively bright; while one - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 116
photos. IMPORTANT • Initializing the memory will permanently erase all recordings, following functions and features of the camcorder can be used either for shooting & Track (0 68) • Digital effects (0 69) • Manual exposure adjustment (0 73) • Manual focus adjustment (0 74) • White balance (0 76) • - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 117
on the printer. 3 Connect the camcorder to the printer using the supplied USB cable. • Connection D. Refer to Connection Diagrams (0 124). • If the device selection screen appears, touch [Computer/Printer]. • V appears and changes to D. IMPORTANT • If V continues to flash (for more than 1 minute) or - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 118
Settings] 8 Desired paper size 8 [a] NOTES • Print setting options and the [Default] paper size vary depending on the printer used. For details, refer to your printer's instruction manual. When you have finished printing Disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder and printer and turn off the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 119
the camcorder's screen. Solve the problem referring to the error message list (0 183) and to the printer's instruction manual. • Canon's out the print orders by inserting the memory card into the SD memory card slot of DPOF-compatible printers or self-serviced digital photo kiosks. You can set - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 120
order or touch [a]. Setting Print Orders from the Index Screen 1 Open the [Photos] index screen. Check that you have selected the g tab (memory card). 2 Touch [a] to open the photo selection screen. 3 Touch on the individual photos you want to mark with a print order. • A checkmark O will appear - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 121
how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. Terminals on the Camcorder 1COMPONENT OUT Terminal* side terminal cover. The HDMI OUT terminal offers a high-quality digital connection that combines audio and video in a single convenient cable. 4AV OUT/X Terminal - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 122
the camcorder and the right side shows (for reference only) an example of terminals on a connected device. Connection A HDMI Type: Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal. (HDMI mini connector) HTC-100 HDMI Cable (optional - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 123
B Component Video Type: Analog Quality: High Definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with component video input terminals. Change the following settings on the camcorder: - 6 8 [AV/Headphones] to [H AV] CTC-100/S Component Cable (supplied) Red Blue Green STV-250N - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 124
then connect it to the computer using the supplied USB cable. Playback on a TV Screen Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV using one of the high-definition connections will ensure the best playback quality. Operating modes: 1 Turn - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 125
on an HDTV compatible with this standard, additional settings may be required on the connected HDTV. Refer to the TV's instruction manual. • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • Connection C: When you play back your 16:9 movies on standard TV sets with a 4:3 aspect - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 126
and photos will be copied from the index screen you selected to the corresponding index screen on the memory card. Please read the IMPORTANT section (0 128) before using an Eye-Fi card. Copying Scenes Operating modes: 1 Open the index screen that contains the scenes you want to copy. • Check that - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 127
modes: 1 In single photo view, select the photo you want to copy. Check that you are viewing photos recorded in the built-in memory. (f appears next to the photo number.) 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. 3 Copy the photo. [Edit] 8 [Copy (G)] 8 [i Proceed] 8 [Yes] 4 Drag your - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 128
• If there is not enough space on the memory card, as many photos as possible will be copied before stopping the operation. Saving Recordings on a Computer Movies recorded with this camcorder are saved in the built-in memory (e only) or on the memory card. Because space is limited, make sure to save - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 129
relevant sections in the 'Photo Application' Instruction Manual (r PDF file). Install the Photo Applications module on the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc. r Refer to Installing Photo Application. First-time connection to a computer running Windows Windows users only: The first time you connect - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 130
saved to the computer, do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the camcorder or computer. Doing so may result in scenes that cannot be played back on the camcorder. NOTES • Refer also to the computer's instruction manual. • Users of Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP and Mac OS X: Your cam - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 131
] to stop the process and use the computer's Safely Remove Hardware function (Windows) or Eject function (Mac OS) to end the connection to the camcorder. Disconnect the USB cable, set the camcorder to mode and restore the connection. Saving Movies onto High-Definition Discs (AVCHD/Blu-ray Discs) You - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 132
100 DVD Burner and Creating AVCHD Discs 1 Turn on the DVD Burner. s Refer to Creating DVDs. 2 Connect the camcorder to the DVD Burner using the supplied USB cable. • Connection D. Refer to Connection Diagrams (0 124) and s Connections. • If the device type selection screen appears, touch [DVD Burner - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 133
memory card. • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator on the camcorder is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the USB cable to be completed. For best performance, we recommend limiting - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 134
Select connection A or B to enjoy high-definition playback. 2 Turn on the camcorder and set it to mode. 3 Turn on the DVD Burner and set it to Disc Playback mode. s Refer to Playing DVDs. 4 Connect the camcorder to the DVD Burner using the supplied USB cable. • Connection D. Refer to Connection - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 135
drives. You can complete the conversion to standard definition in the camcorder and then use the supplied software ImageMixer 3 SE to save the converted scenes and burn them onto DVDs in your computer. Installation See 'PIXELA Applications' Installation Guide. Using the software See 'ImageMixer 3 SE - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 136
Operating modes: Converting Scenes into Standard Definition 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Make sure there is a memory card in the camcorder with sufficient available space. 3 Open the [Original], [Playlist] or [Video Snapshot] → [Original]/ [Playlist] index screen. • Check - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 137
the compact power adapter. 2 Open the [For DVD Burning] index screen on the memory card. [b] 8 g 8 [SD Scenes] 8 [For DVD (SD-VIDEO)] 3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable. • Connection D. Refer to Connection Diagrams (0 124). • If the device type selection screen - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 138
while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or turn off the camcorder or the computer. Connecting to the DW-100 DVD Burner - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 139
(0 89). Refer to this section along with the relevant sections in the instruction manual of the DW-100. Operating modes: 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Open the [Photos] index screen. 3 Connect the camcorder to the DW-100 DVD Burner and create the disc. The procedure is - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 140
of your movies in high definition. If the external digital video recorder has an SD memory card slot, you can use the memory card to copy your movies without connecting the camcorder. Details will vary depending on the device used so be sure to refer to the instruction manual of the digital video - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 141
your high-definition video recordings into standard definition in order to upload them to your favorite video sharing Web site. If you are using an Eye-Fi card, after converting your video recordings into standard definition scenes you can upload your movies wirelessly, directly from the camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 142
Operating modes: Converting Scenes into Standard Definition 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Make sure there is a memory card in the camcorder with sufficient available space. 3 Open the [Original], [Playlist] or [Video Snapshot] → [Original]/ [Playlist] index screen. • Check - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 143
the conversion is completed, a confirmation screen will appear. Connect the camcorder to the computer at this point (0 144) to continue uploading the converted videos to the Web or touch [End Without Connecting] to connect to the computer later. To embed the recording date and time The recording - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 144
screen on the memory card. [b] 8 g 8 [SD Scenes] 8 [For Web (MPEG-2)] 3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable. • Connection D. and continue the operation on the computer following the software's indications. See also 'ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' (PDF file on the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 145
the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or turn off the camcorder or the computer. Uploading your Videos Wirelessly If you - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 146
- Wireless communication drains the power of the battery pack faster than usual. We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. - While the Eye-Fi card is not in the LOCK position. • While using an Eye-Fi Card, the ACCESS indicator may flash from time to time. 146 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 147
Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and Daylight], [b Shade], [c Cloudy], [e Fluorescent], [f Fluorescent H], [d Tungsten], [g Custom WB] [z Automatic], [y Manual] [Audio Level Indicator]: Toggle on (x) or off (w) 430 z z 33 z z 70 z z 63 z - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 148
Flash On], [W Flash Off] [2] (manual focus): Toggle on (x) or off (w), Touch AF frame [y] (manual ], [3 Sepia], [0 Fade Trigger/Once], [6 Fade Trigger/Always], [1 Wipe/Once], [7 Wipe/Always] [N Off], [2 Black & White], [3 Sepia] [P Dynamic], [Q Standard], [j Off] [Q On], [j Off] 430 - z 107 z - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 149
scenes s: Playlist scenes (including the playlist only of video snapshot scenes) Z: Original video snapshot scenes u: SD scenes on the memory card (e only) Control Button Target Scenes/Function 1 sZu 0 e [Copy (PUg)] [Selected Scenes] z - z - 126 [All Scenes] zzz - [This Scene] (from the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 150
[Edit] Panel - Mode Control Button e [Copy (PUg)] [Delete] [Protect] [Print Orders] [Rotate] Index Screen [Selected Photos], [All Photos] - Single Photo View 0 z 127 z 102 z 115 z 119 z 114 150 Additional Information - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 151
z 46 zz - - z 109 -z- zz - z z 66 z z 74 z- - z z 77 z- - z- - z- - zz - z - 65 * Option available only when the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone is attached to the camcorder after having updated the camcorder's firmware using the memory card supplied with the SM-V1. Additional Information 151 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 152
Wide-converter or Tele-converter is attached to the camcorder, it may partially obstruct the Instant AF sensor Priority]: When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a photo only after the focus has been (0 66) is also acti- vated, the camcorder will focus on the face of the main - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 153
shutter is automatically set to [B Off]. [Wind Screen]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors. • [B Off Z]. [Microphone Attenuator]: Helps prevent audio distortions due to high audio recording levels. • Set the microphone attenuator to [A On V] - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 154
for Photos] [Simultaneous Recording] Setting options [A On n], [B Off] [i 2 sec], [j 4 sec], [l 8 sec] [P] (built-in memory), [g] (memory card) [h High Quality 24 Mbps], [i High Quality 17 Mbps], [j High Quality 12 Mbps], [l Standard Play 7 Mbps], [k Long Play 5 Mbps] [C 60i (Standard)], [o PF30 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 155
[Memory Info] [P] (built-in memory), [g] (memory card) [x.v.Color] [A On F], [B Off] [Auto Rotate] [A On], [B Off] [Photo Review Time] [BOff], [i 2 sec], [j 4 sec], [k 6 sec], [l 8 sec], [m 10 sec] [Photo Numbering] [a Reset], [b Continuous] [USB Connection Type] [M DVD Burner], [N Computer - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 156
with an extended gamut to achieve deeper colors, closer to real life. • Use this function to record video only when you intend to play back your recordings on an HDTV compatible with x.v.Color, connected to the camcorder using an HDMI cable. If recordings made with x.v.Color are played back on a non - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 157
the file on the memory card. For example, the file name of a photo numbered 1010107 is "IMG_0107.JPG", stored under the folder "DCIM\101CANON". [USB Connection Type]: Select the connection protocol to use when connecting the camcorder to an external device using the supplied USB cable. [M DVD Burner - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 158
Off] zzzz - [AV/Headphones] [H AV], [J Headphones] z - z z 82 [Volume] Speaker: q h, r - - z z 51, 82 Headphone: c d, e z - zz [Notification Sounds] [N High Volume], [M Low Volume], [B Off] zzzz - [Wireless Remote Control] [A On], [B Off L] zzzz - [Power Saving Mode] [Auto Power Off - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 159
[Sunday], [Monday] - -z- - [Battery Info] - zzzz - [Control for HDMI]1 [A On], [B Off] zzzz - [HDMI Status] - zzzz - [Distance Units] not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using an HDMI cable. 2 Option available only when using an Eye-Fi card. Additional Information - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 160
be operated with the wireless controller. [Power Saving Mode]: Controls the camcorder's automatic power off settings. [Auto Power Off]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes. • Approximately - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 161
verify the battery charge (as a percentage) and the remaining recording time ( , mode) or playback time ( , mode). [Control for HDMI]: Activates the HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Con- trol) function. When you connect the camcorder to an HDTV compatible with HDMI-CEC using an HDMI cable, you - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 162
the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on without a memory card for more than 5 minutes. • To cancel the demo mode once it has started, press any button or turn off the camcorder. [Reset All]: Resets all the camcorder's settings to default values. [Firmware]: You can verify the current - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 163
Smart AUTO mode (0 43) 2 Onscreen zoom controls (0 46) 3 Operating mode (0 31) 4 In record pause mode: Total number of scenes 5 Memory operation (0 167) 6 Remaining battery time (0 167) 7 Zoom (0 46) 8 Recording mode (0 59) 9 Control button: Start/Stop video recording A q Face detection frame (0 66 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 164
Recording program (0 60, 63, 70) A f R Instant AF (0 152), MF Manual focus (0 74) A g Manual exposure (0 73) A h AGC (automatic gain) limit (0 74) jA White rate (0 63, 167) S f Remaining recording time g On the memory card f In the built-in memory* 3 Relay recording* (0 39) *e only. S g x.v.Color - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 165
Recording Photos (in y Manual mode) kD Drive mode (0 109) lD Light metering mode (0 112) F q Control button: Last function used ([MENU] in this case) F a Self timer (0 79) sF Flash (0 107) dF Eye-Fi wireless communication (0 145) fF Number of available photos g On the memory card e f In the built- - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 166
panel H s Control button: Slideshow (0 112) H d Control button: Open the Edit panel (0 150) H f Control button: Switch to [Photos] index screen (0 100) H g Manual focus (0 74) H h File size H j Photo size (0 105) H k Shutter speed (0 70) H l Aperture value (0 70) 166 Additional Information - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 167
with a fully charged one. • When you attach an empty battery pack, the power may turn off without displaying . • 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 168
" box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. CHECK THIS FIRST Power supply • Is the battery charged? Is the compact power adapter correctly con- nected to the camcorder? (0 23) Recording • Did you turn the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 169
end of its battery life. Buy a new battery pack. Recording Pressing g will not start recording. - You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous recordings onto the memory (while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing). Wait until the camcorder has finished. - The memory is full or it - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 170
only for a short while, it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. Playback Cannot add scenes to the playlist. - or edited using another device. - The memory is full. Delete some recordings (0 56, 102) or initialize the memory (0 40) to free some space. When - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 171
card. Initialize the memory card if the display does not change back to normal. - The memory card is full. Replace the memory card or delete some recordings (0 56, 102) to free some space on the memory card. S flashes in red on the screen. - The camcorder has malfunctioned. Consult a Canon Service - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 172
. - The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. - Remove the battery pack and reattach it correctly. Abnormal characters appear on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly. - Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time. If the problem still - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 173
the volume. - If the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it. - The AV terminal is set to headphone output. Set 88 [AV/Headphones] to [AV]. Memory Card and Accessories Cannot insert the memory card. - The memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 174
the TV. - Even with TV sets compatible with HDMI-CEC the range of functions available differs depend- ing on the type of TV. Refer to the instruction manual of the connected TV. The computer does not recognize the camcorder even though the camcorder is connected correctly. - 88 [USB Connection Type - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 175
was stopped. - The data transfer rate was too high for the memory card in use and the recording was stopped. Replace the memory card with one rated Speed Class 2, 4, 6 or 10. e Built-in memory error - The built-in memory could not be read. Contact a Canon Service Center. Additional Information 175 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 176
for use with this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack. Consult a Canon Service Center. e Cannot convert - Cannot access the memory card. Check the memory card and make sure it is - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 177
a computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder (0 40). Cannot record - You cannot capture video snapshot scenes from scenes recorded or edited using another device. - There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 178
Change the battery pack - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. Check the memory card - Cannot access the memory card. Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted cor- rectly. - A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or display the image. Try remov - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 179
or SECAM). Play back the recordings in the memory card with the device originally used to record them. Memory card cover is open - After inserting a memory card, close the memory card slot cover (0 38). Memory card is full - The memory card is full. Delete some recordings (0 56, 102) to free some - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 180
to turn on face detection (0 66) when shooting movies. No memory card - Insert a compatible memory card into the camcorder (0 38). No photos - There are no photos to play Follow the instructions to switch the recording program between [Underwater] and [Surface] while the camcorder is secured inside - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 181
off, then on again. - The lens cover did not open fully. Turn the camcorder off, then on again. If this does not solve the problem, consult a Canon Service Center. This memory card contains scenes. Delete all scenes to use relay recording. - Save your movies (0 128) if necessary, and delete - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 182
to y to set the camcorder to flexible recording mode. Too many photos. Disconnect the USB cable. - Disconnect the USB cable. Try using a memory card reader or decrease the number of photos on the memory card to fewer than 2,500 photos (printers, Windows computers), or 1,000 photos (Macintosh - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 183
compact power adapter - The camcorder is being powered by the battery pack. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. Disc access failure. Check cable and turn off the printer. After a while, turn the printer back on and reconnect the USB cable. - You attempted to print from a memory card - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 184
may require repairs. (Canon PIXMA printers: the printer's green power lamp and orange error lamp flash alternately.) - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. Unplug the printer's power cord from the power outlet and contact the appropriate customer support center or service center. 184 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 185
printer's error indicator 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 186
an external device such as a computer or digital video recorder (0 126) and save them on a regular basis. This will protect your important recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 187
may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth. Long-term storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C (86 °F). • To extend the battery life of the battery pack, discharge it completely before storing it - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 188
optional CG-800 Battery Charger. • We recommend using genuine Canon battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark. • If you attach to the camcorder battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs, will appear and the remaining battery time will not be displayed. Memory Card • We recommend - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 189
as to avoid the accidental erasure of the card's content. To write-protect the memory card set the switch to the LOCK position. LOCK switch Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings. The built-in lithium - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 190
battery included contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for details. Disposal When you delete movies or initialize the memory camcorder or memory card to another person, initialize the built-in memory (e only) or memory card using - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 191
temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. Condensation may form in the following cases: • When the camcorder is moved quickly from cold to warm places • When the - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 192
Abroad Power Sources You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 193
reader/writer D PictBridgecompatible printers Computer TV/HDTV VCR/DVD recorder Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. 1 SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap Al IFC-300PCU USB Cable 2 WS-20 Wrist Strap Sq Memory card 3 WL-D89 Wireless Controller - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 194
that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 4 Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select one of the following models: BP-808, BP-809(B)*, BP-809(S)*, BP-819, or - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 195
cable. Charging Times The charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to charging conditions and initial charge of the battery pack. Battery pack→ Charging conditions↓ Using the camcorder Using the CG-800 Battery Charger built-in memory Battery pack Usage time - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 196
memory card Battery pack This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5. • The image stabilizer is full telephoto with the TL-H37 is 2.3 m (7.5 ft.). • When the Tele-converter is attached, a shadow may appear in the pic- ture when you use the flash - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 197
Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. As SM-V1 Surround Microphone highly directional shotgun microphone (monaural). Ad DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone This highly sensitive, super-directional microphone attaches to the camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 198
at the highest quality. This cable sends both video and audio signals. Sg WP-V2 Waterproof Case This case allows you to record movies and take photos underwater without getting the camcorder wet. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 199
300PCU USB Cable 8468A002AA 2740B002AA D83-0790-000 3067A002AA (D82-0590-002) 6906A001AA Optional Accessories BP-809 Battery Pack BP-819 Battery Pack BP-827 Battery Pack CG-800 Battery Charger TL-H37 Tele-converter WD-H37ll Wide-converter FS-H37U Filter Set VL-5 Video Light VFL-2 Video Flash Light - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 200
Specifications VIXIA HF M31 / VIXIA HF M30 / VIXIA HF M300 / System • Recording System Movies: AVCHD Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio and recorded on the memory as 60i. • Recording Media - e Built-in memory: a 32 GB, 6 8 GB - SD or SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory card (not included) • - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 201
AF]) or Manual focus • Filter Diameter: 37 mm • Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m (3.3 ft.); 1 cm (0.39 in.) at full wide angle / 75 Ω 1080i (D3) compatible; output only • HDMI OUT Terminal HDMI mini connector; output only; compatible with HDMI-CEC and x.v.Color • MIC Terminal ∅ 3.5 mm stereo minijack - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 202
7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) • Power consumption: 3.5 W (SP mode, AF on, LCD normal brightness) • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt): 68 x 60 x 123 mm (2.7 x 2.4 x 4.8 in.) • Weight (camcorder body only): 320 - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 203
folder structure. e In the built-in memory: CANON MY_MUSIC MUSIC_01.WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV On the memory card: CANON PRIVATE MY_MUSIC MUSIC_01.WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of January 2010. Subject - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 204
. . 82, 121, 123 AVCHD specifications 8 B Background music 89 Battery pack Battery information . . . .161, 167 Charging 23 Remaining charge indicator 167 Beach (recording program 61 Built-in backup battery 189 C Calendar 55 Camcorder supplemental disc . . . .19 Capturing photos/video snapshot - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 205
scenes 55 Initialization (built-in memory*/memory card 40 L Language 36 LCD screen camcorder settings . 162 Reviewing photos 156 Rotating photos 114, 156 S Saving recordings 126 Creating discs 131, 135 Transferring to a computer . . 128 Using external video recorders 140 Selecting the memory - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 206
(recording program 62 T Telephoto 46 Time zone/DST 36 Timeline 87 Touch & Track 68 Touch AE 73 Touch AF 74 Tripod 187 Troubleshooting 168 Tv (recording program 70 U Underwater (recording program) . . 62 Uploading movies to video sharing Web sites 141 USB terminal 121, 124 V Video - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 207
by such specific warranty as Canon may issue with such sales. This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for the Equipment, which are sold "AS IS", without warranty of any kind by Canon USA. Please retain this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as a permanent record of your - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 208
USA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST CANON USA BE GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE EQUIPMENT SOLD BY CANON USA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU ASSUME ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY - Canon VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 209
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 VIXIA HF M30 | VIXIA HF M30 / HF M31 / HF M300 Instruction Manual - Page 210
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