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• Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under direct sunlight, fire, etc. While using the compact power adapter, do not wrap it or cover it with a piece - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 3
FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF M52 / VIXIA HF M50 / VIXIA HF M500 systems This device complies with Part 15 of any health problems are associated with using low-power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low-power wireless - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 4
the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF M52 / VIXIA HF M50 / VIXIA HF M500 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 5
marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. • Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. • This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft. • "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 6
storage drive back home. • You can upload your recordings wirelessly, directly from your camcorder to YouTube and Facebook (A 174). • You can play back the recordings in your camcorder from DLNA-compatible TV sets and other DLNA media players connected to your home network (A 178). Audio - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 7
or a memory card onto an external hard drive connected directly to the camcorder. With no need for a computer, this is a very convenient way to save backup copies of your recordings. Image Stabilization Dynamic IS (A 98) compensates for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Powered IS - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 8
MP4 Upload MP4 movies to your computer (A 148). Save your recordings. You can also create discs from your recordings.* Use the supplied PIXELA's software (A 146). AVCHD High Definition MPEG-2 Standard Definition Upload AVCHD movies to your computer. -/, You can also choose to convert your AVCHD - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 9
Play video wirelessly directly from the memory on AVCHD- and DLNA-compatible HDTVs and other devices connected to the network (A 178). LAN cable Join a Wi-Fi network by first connecting to an access point (A 165). Transfer your recordings wirelessly from the camcorder to a computer or FTP server - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 10
Using a Memory Card 37 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 39 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 40 -/, Selecting the Memory (Built-in Memory/ Memory Card) for the Recordings 40 -/, Relay Recording 41 Initializing the Memory 43 Using the Optional Wireless Controller 10 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 11
87 Changing a Story's Title 89 Advanced Functions 89 Recording in Manual Mode 91 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) 94 Selecting the Frame Rate 95 Special Scene Recording Programs 98 Advanced Image Stabilization 98 Powered IS 99 Pre-Recording 100 Face Detection Table of - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 12
138 Terminals on the Camcorder 139 Connection Diagrams 142 Playback on a TV Screen 143 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 143 -/, Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory Card 146 Saving Recordings on a Computer 151 -/, Memory Save: Saving an Entire Memory onto an External Hard Drive 155 Copying - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 13
: Onscreen Icons and Displays 203 Trouble? 203 Troubleshooting 211 List of Messages 222 Do's and Don'ts 222 Handling Precautions 227 Maintenance/Others 228 Using the Camcorder Abroad 229 General Information 229 Accessories 230 Optional Accessories 236 Specifications 240 Index Table of contents - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 14
Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF M52 / VIXIA HF M50 / VIXIA HF M500. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 203). Conventions Used in this Manual - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 15
Operating Modes (A 31). Brackets [ ] are used to refer to control buttons and menu options you will touch on the screen and to to turn off the self timer. Movies: In record pause mode, press Y. The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen. The - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 16
to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-718 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable HTC-100/S HDMI CableW XQuick Guide XWi-Fi Basic Setup Guide** * CA-110E including power cord, in Asia - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 17
Guide for details about the supplied software. • Canon VIXIA CD-ROM. Contains the following components. - Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the camcorder (this PDF includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file). **CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online service that - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 18
2 HOME (home) button (A 28) 3 U (camera/play) button (A 33) 4 BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 22) 5 USB terminal (A 138, 140, 151, 155) 6 HDMI OUT 138, 139) 7 AV OUT terminal (A 138, 140)/ × (headphones) terminal (A 120) 8 MIC terminal (A 124) 9 START/STOP button (A 45) A q Wi-Fi antenna (-/, only) Aa As - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 19
Top view Al Aj Ak Sq A j Speaker (A 56) A k Zoom lever (A 50) A l Mini advanced shoe (A 122) S q ACCESS (access) indicator (A 45) S a POWER button S s ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green - On Orange - Standby (A 52) Red - Charging (A 21) S d LCD touch screen (A 26, 27) LCD panel Sa Ss Sd - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 20
Back view Sf S f DC IN terminal (A 21) S g Battery attachment unit (A 21) S h Serial number Sg Bottom view S j Tripod socket (A 223) Sh Sj 20 Introduction - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 21
Plug the power cord into a power outlet. For Asia only: Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter before plugging the power cord into the power outlet. 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. Press the battery pack - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 22
to Troubleshooting (A 207). To remove the battery pack 1 Slide d in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down. 2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it out. BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. After - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 23
supply. • If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed. • Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge. • The - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 24
Preparing the Accessories Grip Belt and Straps Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can 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 M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 25
To attach an optional wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the rear bracket on the camcorder, adjust the length and fasten. You can also attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt to use both for extra - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 26
panel 180 degrees can be useful to allow the camcorder to include yourself in the picture when recording with specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black, LCD Backlight] settings. When the compact power adapter is connected, [LCD Backlight] will automatically - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 27
or left and right across the screen. Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to adjust slider controls like the volume. IMPORTANT • The camcorder uses a pressure-sensitive touch screen. Press firmly when using touch operations. • In the following cases, you may not be able to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 28
functions and settings. After you press , the HOME menu will appear and you can select from the following control buttons. The available control buttons depend on whether the camcorder is in recording or playback mode. In recording mode In playback mode for -/, • [ Main Functions] - This contains - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 29
on how to set the camera mode, refer to Recording (A 31). • [ Recording Standard] - This camcorder can record movies in either the AVCHD or MP4 recording standard. Use this menu to select the standard that best suits your needs. You can also use Story Creator mode (A 67) when choosing to record - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 30
down along the scroll bar to display the rest of the panel Touch the control button of the desired function You may need to drag your finger up and down along the scroll bar or touch [ ] and [ ] to find the control button of the desired function. [Edit] Panel Operating modes: Touch [Edit] to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 31
[ ]. 6 Touch the desired option and touch [X]. You can touch [X] to close the menu at any time. Operating Modes Recording When recording, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the [ Camera Mode] and [ Recording Standard] menus in the HOME menu. First, set the camera mode. 1 Press - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 32
if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual mode) Enjoy full access to menus, settings and advanced functions (A then touch the desired recording standard. 3 Touch [OK]. Recording standard Control button v é Operation Movies are recorded in AVCHD, which is designed - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 33
) mode and playback mode. You can press T when the camcorder is off to turn it on directly in playback mode. Playback mode Operation Playing back movies (A 54). Viewing photos (A 132). NOTES • -/, When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 34
. NOTES • You can adjust the date and time later on with the q > [Date/Time] setting. • 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 M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 35
Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 27 languages. Operating modes: 1 Press to English, select q > [Language !] to change the language. NOTES • Some control buttons, such as [ZOOM] or [PHOTO], will appear in English regardless of the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 36
Changing the Time Zone Change the time zone to match your location. The default setting is New York. Operating modes: 1 Press . 2 Open the [Time Zone/DST] screen. [ Other Settings] > q > [Time Zone/DST] 3 Touch ["] to set the home time zone, or [#] to set the time zone of your destination when - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 37
. We recommend using memory cards rated SD Speed Class 4, 6 or 10. SDXC Memory Cards You can use SDXC memory cards with this camcorder. When using memory cards with other devices, such as digital recorders, computers and card readers, make sure that the external device is compatible with SDXC cards - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 38
operating systems for SDXC memory cards Operating system Compatibility Windows 7 Compatible Windows Vista Compatible (requires Service Pack 1 or later) Windows XP Compatible (requires Service Pack 3 and KB955704 update) Mac OS X Compatible (requires version 10.6.5 or later) IMPORTANT - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 39
. 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 away from the camcorder, all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks. • Be sure you understand the information provided in Eye-Fi Cards (A 38) before - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 40
based on currently used settings. -/, Relay Recording You can activate 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 41
of purchase, the built-in memory comes preinitialized and contains music files for use as background music and images for use with the image mix function (image mix frames). Operating modes: 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 42
after it is initialized.) To transfer music files from the supplied VIXIA CD-ROM to the memory card: - Windows users: Use the supplied PIXELA's software. For details, refer to the Software Guide (PDF file) of the supplied PIXELA's software. - Mac OS users: Use Finder to transfer music files from the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 43
perform the following procedure to turn on the camcorder's remote sensor. Operating modes: 1 Press . 2 Turn on the remote sensor. [ Other Settings] > q > [Wireless Remote Control] > [i On] > [X] 3 Point the wireless controller at the camcorder's remote sensor when you press the buttons. You can - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 44
3 MENU button (A 30, 186) Functions the same as on the camcorder. 4 DISP. (onscreen display) button (A 66) Selects whether to Ò (play/pause) button (A 54) NOTES • The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight. 44 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 45
and Quick Start. To enjoy full access to menus and more advanced functions, refer to Recording in Manual Mode (A 89). Basic camcorder is operating correctly. 1 Press P to turn on the camcorder. • -/, By default, movies and photos are recorded in the built-in memory. You can select the memory - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 46
flash from time to time while the scene is being recorded. • You can turn on the scene rating option in recording mode with the r > [Rate Z on the optional wireless controller. When you have finished recording 1 Make sure that the ACCESS indicator is off. 2 Turn off the camcorder. 3 Close the LCD - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 47
) to track other moving subjects, keeping them in focus and using the best settings to record them. - Story Creator (A 67) to transform your mix and more. About the Smart AUTO function In mode, the camcorder will automatically detect certain characteristics of the subject, background, lighting - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 48
Smart AUTO icons Background → (color of the icon) Subject ↓ Bright* (gray) Blue skies* (light blue) Vivid colors* Sunsets (green/red) (orange) People (stationary) ( ) ( ) ( )- People (moving) ( ) ( ) ( )- Subjects other than people, such as landscapes ( ) ( ) ( ) Close objects / - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 49
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 M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 50
GB memory card camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the optional WL-D89 Wire- less Controller or using the zoom controls on the touch screen. In addition to the 10x optical zoom, in mode, you can turn on the digital zoom (40x or 200x) with the p > [Digital - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 51
zooms. 3 Touch [X] to 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 recording, except when pre-recording (A 99) is activated. • See Specifications (A 238) for notes about this function when the recording program is - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 52
close the LCD panel with the camcorder on, the camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder consumes only about 1/3 the power used when recording, saving energy when you are using a battery pack. Additionally, when you open the LCD panel, the camcorder is ready to start recording - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 53
can select the length of time until shut-off or turn off the Quick Start function altogether with the q> [Power Saving Mode] > [Quick Start (Standby)] setting. - The usual 5-minute auto power off setting of [Power Saving Mode] is not applicable while the camcorder is in standby mode. AUTO Mode 53 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 54
, for AVCHD movies) when you play back videos (A 66). Operating modes: 1 Press T. You can also press and hold on the optional WL-D89 Wireless Controller for more than 2 seconds to switch between shooting and playback mode. 2 Open the [ Movies] or [ Movies] index screen, if it is not displayed - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 55
S to show 6 scenes per page. ! Open the index selection screen. " Memory being read. # Recording date.** $ Division line between recording dates. % Drag your the camcorder will play back only one scene. • Touch the screen to display the playback controls. During playback, the playback controls will - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 56
or 5x → 15x (for MP4 movies) normal speed. Adjusting the volume for AVCHD movies 1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls. 2 Touch [Ý], drag your finger along the [Speaker Volume]* bar to adjust the volume and touch [K]. * When q > [AV/Headphones] is set to [Ó Headphones - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 57
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 M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 58
3D Flip View Operating modes: Touch [ ] in the [ Movies] index screen to switch to 3D Flip View. This fun way of displaying scenes grouped by recording date in a 3D layout can be useful to flip through a large number of recordings. ! Recording date. " Drag your finger left to go to the next date - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 59
Touch [G]. During single photo view, touch the screen once to display the controls then touch [f] to open the [ Photos] index screen. ! -/, Touch the tab of the desired memory: built-in memory or memory card. " Touch a control button to select the content you want to play back. Options [y Movies - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 60
You can delete those scenes and stories that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting scenes allows you also to free up space on the memory. Deleting a Single Scene Operating modes: 1 Play back the scene you wish to delete. When playing back a scene in the gallery, pause the scene you wish - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 61
Movies] index screen. For AVCHD movies, to delete all the scenes recorded on a specific date, drag your finger left/right until the desired date appears in the title Delete all the scenes recorded on the date shown in the control button. For AVCHD movies only. [Select] Select individual scenes to delete - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 62
the orange [ ] icon on the left to open the [Edit Scene] screen. 4 Delete the scene. [ ] > [Yes] > [OK] > [K] Deleting Scenes from a Story by Rating Operating modes: 1 Open the information screen of the story that contains the scenes you want to delete. [G] > [ Gallery] > Bring the desired story to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 63
indicates that no scenes in the story have been given that particular rating. • The number of selected scenes appears on the screen. • Touch the rating button again to remove those scenes from the selection. 4 Delete all applicable scenes. [Set] > [Yes]* > [OK] > [K] * Touch [Stop] to interrupt - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 64
the 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 • To delete all movies and make all - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 65
3 Touch the desired frame in the timeline ruler to start playing back the scene from that point. ! Touch twice to return to the index screen. " Previous/next scene. # Drag your finger left along the ruler to display the next 5 frames. $ Scene's recording mode and length. % Recording date and time. & - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 66
Onscreen Displays and Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code. For AVCHD movies, the data code includes date/time of recording, information about the camera setup, etc. For MP4 movies, the data - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 67
Video Stories and Cinema Style Using Story Creator to Create Compelling Stories Story Creator is a helpful function that offers suggestions for typical scenes in a number of situations. With Story Creator, creating interesting video stories is as easy as selecting one of the story themes, such as [ - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 68
the selected theme, story scene (category), shooting advice and the recommended shooting length. 6 Touch [OK]. • A new story will be created and the camcorder will enter record pause mode. The selected story scene category will appear at the bottom of the screen. • If you touch [?], a screen showing - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 69
1 Press . 2 Touch [ Recording Standard] and then select a different recording standard. NOTES • When recording video snapshot scenes, you can have the camcorder automatically link the length of video snapshot scenes to the recommended length of story scenes with the r > [Video Snapshot Length - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 70
Cinema-Look Filters In (cinema) mode, the camcorder will adjust the frame rate and several other picture-related settings to give selected cinema-look filter will be applied and its number will appear on the control button. To select the effect level of the cinema-look filter [w] > [L] (low), [M] - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 71
Sepia] [7: Old Movies] [8: Memory] [9: Dramatic B&W] ! Filter number (will appear on the control button) " Filter name # Preview the effect on the screen $ Select the effect level % Brief description (onscreen guidance) NOTES • Photos cannot be recorded while the camcorder is set to mode. Video - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 72
(the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar*) and then automatically returns to record pause mode. • When the camcorder stops recording, the screen will momentarily turn black as if a camera shutter had released. * When the recording program is set to [š SCN: Underwater], the visual progress - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 73
Decorating Scenes while Recording Operating modes: 1 Open the decoration screen. [FUNC.] > [Ò Decoration] • The decoration screen will open automatically also when you stow the LCD panel with the touch screen facing out. 2 Use a tool from the toolbar as explained in the following procedures. 3 Press - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 74
the desired pen or stamp from [Tools]. 3 Select white or black from [Colors]. Alternatively, you can touch [Ö] and select a color memory (/, only) or on a memory card (. only). To load a previously saved canvas In the decoration screen: [Ó] > [&Load]* or [* Load]* > [Yes] > [K] * The camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 75
will appear. 2 Touch one of the control buttons. 3 Touch anywhere on the canvas (white text on dark background), [ ] (white text) or [ ] (black text). 4 Touch the caption and drag it to the desired location. To touch one of the memory icons at the bottom of the screen to read image mix frames - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 76
Mixing Your Own Images with Live Video You can use images you make on your computer for the image mix (Chroma Key) function. Make sure that the image you want to use has a blue or green area, which will be replaced by the live video using Chroma Key mixing. Refer to About the image files for the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 77
scene you want to decorate. 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. 3 Touch [Ò] to open the decoration screen. 4 Decorate the scene using (-/, The image mix frames that come pre-installed in the built-in memory will be restored after it is initialized.) • When q > [Autostart Decoration - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 78
[Unsorted] or [Video Snapshot] stories. When playing back stories from the gallery, you can choose to play back only scenes with a certain rating. Operating modes: 1 Open the gallery. [G] > [ Gallery] ! Open the [G Index Selection] screen (A 59). " Drag your finger right or left to select a story - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 79
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. NOTES • If playback of a scene in - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 80
You can touch [Ì] to leave the scene unrated or [Í] to classify it in a separate category (for example, just for outtakes). To turn off the scene rating function When the rating buttons appear after recording a scene, touch [X] and then touch [Off]. This will also leave the current the scene unrated - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 81
finger up/down to select the scene you want to rate. 4 Touch the orange [ ] icon on the left to open the [Edit Scene] screen. 5 Touch the control button of the desired rating and touch [K] twice to return to the gallery. Rating Scenes During Playback Operating modes: 1 Play back from the gallery - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 82
. You can use one of the supplied music tracks or connect an external audio player to use your favorite songs as background music. Operating modes: The supplied VIXIA CD-ROM contains 3 music tracks you can use as background music. -/,: The music files come pre-installed in the built-in memory. You - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 83
with the selected background music. To adjust the background music balance during playback 1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls. 2 Touch [Ý], drag your finger along the [Music Balance] bar to adjust the background music balance as desired and touch [K]. To delete - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 84
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 Connect the external player to the camcorder's MIC terminal. 2 Press . 3 Open the gallery or [ Movies] index screen. [G] > [ Gallery] or [ Movies - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 85
only) or Transfer Utility (. only). For details, refer to the Software Guide (PDF file) of the supplied PIXELA's software. - Mac OS users: Use Finder to transfer music files from the [MUSIC] folder on the supplied VIXIA CD-ROM to the memory card. Refer to About the music files (A 239) for the folder - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 86
move scenes in the gallery within the same story scene (category), between story scenes in the same story, and between stories recorded in the same memory. Operating modes: 1 Open the list of scenes of the story that contains the scene you want to copy or move. [G] > [ Gallery] > Bring the desired - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 87
the [Story Thumbnail] screen. [Story Details] > [Edit Story] > [Story Thumbnail] 4 Locate the frame you want to use as the story's thumbnail. Playback controls will appear on the screen (A 56). Use any special playback modes (fast/slow playback, frame reverse/advance) as necessary to locate the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 88
1 and set 2 of special characters. NOTES • We recommend using the supplied stylus pen to enter characters. • -/, When you import files with the supplied software Video- Browser using the option to join and import music and video files from the gallery, some special characters in the story's title - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 89
Advanced Functions Recording in Manual Mode When the camcorder is set to mode, you can enjoy full access to the menus and manually adjust the exposure, focus, white balance and many more of the camcorder's settings to your preference. Even in this mode, though, the camcorder can help you with - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 90
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 M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 91
such as opening a menu. Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) The camcorder offers 5 recording modes for recording AVCHD movies and 2 for MP4 movies. Changing the recording mode will change the recording time available on the memory. For AVCHD movies, select MXP or FXP mode for better movie - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 92
MXP mode cannot be saved on AVCHD discs. Use an external Blu-ray Disc recorder to copy MXP movies onto Blu-ray discs. -/, Alternatively, you can use the supplied software VideoBrowser to create AVCHD discs*. • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual recording times - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 93
For AVCHD movies: Recording mode → Memory ↓ 4 GB Memory card MXP 20 min. 8 GB Memory card/ , Built-in memory1 16 GB Memory card 32 GB Memory card/ - Built-in memory1 40 55 min. 1 -/, At the time of purchase, the built-in memory contains about 70 MB of music files (background music), 5 MB of - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 94
easily edit your recordings, for example, to post them on the Web. [¹ PF24] Shooting at 24 frames per second, progressive*. Using this frame rate will give your recordings a cinematic look. Recording in mode will further enhance the effect. This is the default setting for mode. * Recorded as - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 95
or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program. Operating modes: [FUNC.] > [Rec. Programs] > [ú SCN: Portrait] > Desired recording program > [X] Options ( Default value) [ú SCN: Portrait] The camcorder uses a large - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 96
[ÿ SCN: Sunset] To record sunsets in vibrant colors. [Œ SCN: Low Light] To record in low-light situations. [œ SCN: Spotlight] To record spotlit scenes. [Š SCN: Fireworks] To record fireworks. [š SCN: Underwater] To record underwater scenes in natural colors. [Ÿ SCN: Surface] To record after getting - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 97
modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [Š SCN: Fireworks]: - To avoid camera blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we recommend using a tripod. - , the camcorder may focus on the accessory. In such case, move the zoom lever toward S to focus on the subject. - See Specifications (A 238 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 98
approaches full wide angle. [ Standard] Compensates for a lower degree of camcorder shake, camcorder is mounted on a tripod. Powered IS You can use Powered IS to make the image stabilization even more powerful. Powered Powered IS] > [ON] > [X] • By default, the custom control button (A 196) is set to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 99
on the screen. • Repeat, selecting [OFF], to turn off pre-recording. 2 Press Y. The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before Y was pressed. NOTES • The camcorder will not record the full 3 seconds prior to pressing Y if the button was pressed within 3 seconds of having turned on pre - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 100
. - Touching any of the following control buttons in the [ Main Functions] panel: [Rec. Programs], [White Balance], [Audio Scene], [AGC Limit], [Faders], [Decoration] or [Review Recording]. - Opening the [Other Settings] menus. Face Detection The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 101
screen to optimize the camcorder's settings for that person using the Touch & Track function. NOTES Main subject • The camcorder may mistakenly detect the is slower than 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is set to [¹ PF24] or [» 24P]) or when the digital zoom is activated at more than 40x zoom (dark - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 102
as pets or moving vehicles. Operating modes: 1 Make sure face detection is activated (A 100). Face detection is always activated in mode. 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 103
Faders The camcorder offers two professional looking transition effects to fade-in or fade-out scenes. recording video snapshot scenes. - While pre-recording is activated. • You can select whether to fade to/from a black screen or a white screen with the p > [Fader Setting] setting. Video 103 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 104
. [" Aperture-Pri. AE] Set the aperture value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed. NOTES • [, Shutter-Pri. AE]: - On screen only the denominator is displayed - [, 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc. - When the frame rate is set to [¹ PF24] or [» 24P], the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 105
or shutter speed), the number displayed will flash if the aperture value or shutter speed is Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure. Shutter Speed and Aperture shutter speeds you can "freeze the action" for powerful images of moving subjects.W 1/8 1/15 1/30 1/ - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 106
inside the y frame. • The Touch AE mark (I) 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 [n] again to return the camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 107
[Cinema Stan- Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit When recording in dark surroundings, the camcorder will automatically increase the gain to Limit] > [n]* (manual) > [Ï] or [Ð]** to set the AGC limit > [X] * Touch [m] (automatic) to remove the limit for the automatic gain control. ** You can also - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 108
adjusted automatically. You have the option to further adjust the focus manually as necessary. • You can touch [D] instead to adjust the focus manually without activating the Touch AF function. • The manual focus controls appear. • Touch [D] again to return the camcorder to autofocus. 108 Video - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 109
will return to autofocus. • See Specifications (A 238) for additional notes about the [š SCN: Underwater] and [Ÿ SCN: Surface] recording programs. Tele Macro Using tele macro, the camcorder can focus at a shorter distance (up to 40 cm (1.3 ft.) from the subject at full telephoto), allowing you get - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 110
recording program other than [Š SCN: Fireworks]. [FUNC.] > [ZOOM Zoom] > [W]* (tele macro) > [X] * Touch again to turn off the tele macro function. • The camcorder will automatically adjust the zoom to the telephoto end. NOTES • Any of the following actions will deactivate the tele macro function - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 111
flashing and disappears. The camcorder will retain the custom white balance even if you turn it off. Options ( Default value) [Ã Automatic] The camcorder NOTES • When you select the custom white balance: - Set p > [Digital Zoom] to [j Off]. - Reset the white balance when you change locations or - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 112
Image Effects You can adjust the color depth, brightness, contrast, and sharpness of the image. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording pro- grams. 1 Open the image effects screen. [FUNC.] > [Image Effects] 2 Touch [ON] and then touch [ - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 113
*. The countdown appears on the screen. • Photos cannot be recorded while the camcorder is set to mode. * 2 seconds when using the optional WL-D89 Wireless Controller. To start the countdown using the wireless controller, press Y for movies and Z for photos. NOTES • Once the countdown has begun - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 114
The camcorder records with standard settings. [ Music] To vibrantly record music performances and singing indoors. [ Speech] Best for the audio settings to your liking. The settings that you can adjust are the [ä Mic. Level] setting in the [ Main Functions] panel and the following settings in the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 115
[Auto Wind Attenuator] Screen] [Built-in Mic [Built-in Mic Freq. Directionality] Response] [ Standard] [n] [k [H High] (manual): 70 Automatic] [h Normal] [h Normal] [ Music] [n] [k [L Low ] [ê [î Wide] (manual): 70 Automatic] Boost HF+LF Range] [ Speech] [n] [k [H High - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 116
Auto Wind Screen The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors. to [j Off à]. Audio Equalizer You can use the audio equalizer to adjust sound levels by specifically targeting the high- or low-frequency range and selecting one of 3 available levels. The audio - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 117
low-frequency range for more powerful sound. [è Low Cut Filter] Filters the low-frequency range to reduce the noise of blowing wind, a car's engine and similar ambient sounds. [é Boost MF Range] Best for recording human voices and dialog. [ê Boost HF+LF Range] Best, for example, for recording live - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 118
Mono recording that emphasizes sound coming from the front of the camcorder/microphone. [h Normal] Standard stereo recording; a middle point between changed. - When an external microphone is attached to the mini advanced shoe. - When an external microphone is connected to the MIC terminal with p > - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 119
[FUNC.] > [ä Mic. Level] > [n] (manual) • The audio level indicator and current audio recording level will appear on the screen. When p > [Audio Mix] is set to [i On], two audio level indicators will appear, the top one for the built-in microphone, and the bottom one for the external audio. • Touch - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 120
(or [Surround Mic Attenuator] when the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone is attached to the camcorder). • We recommend using headphones to check the sound level while adjusting the audio recording level or when the microphone attenuator is activated. • See Specifications - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 121
] was set to [Ó Headphones] in a playback mode, the function of the AV OUT/× terminal will return automatically to AV output when you turn off the camcorder. Video 121 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 122
your camcorder, refer to Accessories (A 229). For details about how to attach and use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of the accessory used. 1 Open the mini advanced shoe cover. 2 Attach the optional accessory to the mini advanced shoe. When a compatible accessory is attached - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 123
microphone may pick up the sound of the camcorder's internal machinery. In such case, we recommend using an external microphone. Operating modes: Using the SM-V1 the screen. For details about using the optional external microphone, refer to the instruction manual of the accessory used. Video 123 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 124
For details about using the WM-V1, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the microphone. MIC terminal Using Commercially Available Microphones You can also use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can connect most stereo microphone with a ∅ 3.5 mm - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 125
distorted, activate the microphone attenuator with the p > [Surround Mic Attenuator] setting. - You can enjoy the full effect of recordings made with 5.1ch surround sound on HDTVs compatible with 5.1ch surround sound connected to the camcorder using the supplied HDMI cable. Audio output from the AV - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 126
cannot be used when the camcorder is being powered by the compact power adapter. • The optional VFL-2 Video Flash Light cannot be used as a flash with this camcorder. Audio Mix When recording, you can mix audio from the built-in microphone with external audio from the MIC terminal and adjust the mix - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 127
Select the type of audio input. [Other Settings] > p > [MIC Terminal Input] > [Þ External Audio] or [ß Microphone] > [K] • This step is not necessary the built-in microphone) or [EXT] (more of the sound from the external microphone) or drag your finger along the audio mix bar to adjust the mix - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 128
mode. • The captured video snapshot scene is saved to the same memory that contains the source scene. • Video snapshot scenes cannot be captured - -/, Scenes that were edited using the supplied software VideoBrowser and were then transferred back to the camcorder. • When the source scene is itself a - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 129
captured from a scene with a lot of fast movement may be blurred. • Photos will be recorded on the memory selected for recording photos. • [p Photo Sequence]: - Up to 100 photos can be captured at a time. second (1/24 second, if the scene was recorded at a frame rate of [¹ PF24]). Video 129 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 130
You can divide scenes in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest. Operating modes: screen. [Edit] > [Divide] 4 Bring the scene to a precise point, if necessary. Playback controls will appear on the screen (A 56). Use any special playback modes (fast playback, frame reverse/ - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 131
Video snapshot scenes and other scenes that are too short (less than 3 seconds). - -/, Scenes that were edited using the supplied software VideoBrowser and were then transferred back to the camcorder. • Scenes cannot be divided within 1 second from the beginning or the end of the scene. Video 131 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 132
Photos Refer to this chapter for details on viewing photos and other photo-related operations. Viewing Photos Operating modes: 1 Press T. 2 Open the [Photos] index screen, if it is not displayed. [G] > [ Photos] 3 Look for the photo you want to play back. Move the zoom lever toward T to show 15 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 133
! Open the [G Index Selection] screen (A 59). " Memory being read. # Drag your finger left/right for the To return to the index screen from single photo view 1 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. 2 Touch [f]. Photo Jump Function When you have recorded a large number of photos, you can - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 134
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 to delete. 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. 3 Delete the photo. [Edit] > [Delete] - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 135
the photos. IMPORTANT • Be careful when deleting photos. Deleted photos cannot be recovered. • Photos that were protected with other devices cannot be deleted with this camcorder. Photos 135 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 136
slideshow to display it in single photo view. 4 Touch the screen to display the playback controls, then touch [Ð] to play back the slideshow set to the selected music track. Slideshow not linked to the external audio 3 Touch the photo that will open the slideshow to display it in single photo view - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 137
To change the slideshow's transition effects 1 Press . 2 Select the transition effect. [ Other Settings] > > [Slideshow Transition] > [Off], [Dissolve] or [Slide Image] > [X] Photos 137 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 138
. You can use the supplied USB cable to connect to a computer or other digital devices with standard-A receptacles; -/, or use the optional UA-100 USB Adapter to connect to the camcorder an external hard drive or similar storage device with a standard-A cable (-/, only). * When connecting an - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 139
Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal. If your HDTV supports HDMI-CEC, you can activate this with the q > [Control terminal on an external device, as this may damage the camcorder. - While the camcorder is connected to an - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 140
terminals. Change the following settings on the camcorder: - s/ > [TV Type] Digital data connection Connect to a computer to save your recordings, to a compatible digital video recorder to copy your recordings, or to an external hard drive to easily save a perfect copy of an entire memory - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 141
NOTES • Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter and only then connect it to the computer using the supplied USB cable in the following cases. - To write back scenes recorded with this camcorder that were previously saved on a computer. For details, refer to the Software Guide (PDF file) - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 142
. Refer to the TV's instruction manual. • You can also play video directly from your memory card on AVCHDcompatible HDTVs and digital recorders with a card slot compatible with the type of memory used*. • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • Connection ": When you - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 143
index screen. • Check that you have selected the & (built-in memory) tab. • For AVCHD movies, to copy all the scenes recorded on a specific date, drag your finger left/right until the desired date appears in ] > [Yes]. 2 After selecting all the desired scenes, touch [OK]. External Connections 143 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 144
• Check that you have selected the & (built-in memory) tab. 2 Select the rating of the stories you want to copy. [Story Details] > [Select by Rating] > Desired rating > [K] 3 Copy all the applicable scenes. [Edit Story 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. 144 External Connections - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 145
Screen Operating modes: 1 Open the [ Photos] index screen. Check that you have selected the & (built-in memory) tab. 2 Copy the photos. [Edit] > [Copy (&'*)] > Desired option* > [Yes]** > [OK] [Select] Select individual photos to copy. [All Photos] Copy all the photos. External Connections 145 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 146
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 recorded with this camcorder are saved in the built-in memory (-/, only) or on a memory card. Because - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 147
follow the instructions in the Software Guide (PDF file) to install the supplied PIXELA's software. Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. If the camcorder is connected to the computer while it is powered only by the battery pack, previously - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 148
, 32/64-bit) Windows XP (SP3, 32-bit only) Mac OS X v10.6 CPU Intel® Core™ 2 Duo, 1.66 GHz Intel® Core™ Duo, 2.00 GHz Memory 1 GB (for 32-bit) 2 GB (for 64-bit) 1 GB 1 GB 1 GB Installation Install the software before you connect the camcorder to the computer for the first time. Make sure to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 149
you also need to select the CameraWindow auto-launch setting. Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Open the [ Movies] or [ Photos] index screen. 3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable. • Connection #-1. Refer to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 150
, if necessary, to transfer back previously saved video files to the camcorder. • Observe the 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 USB cable. - Do not - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 151
the optional UA-100 USB Adapter or a commercially available USB adapter. Operating modes: Saving a Memory onto an External Hard Drive 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Press T to set the camcorder to playback mode. 3 Connect the camcorder to the external hard drive using the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 152
[Safely Remove Hard Drive] > [Yes] IMPORTANT • Make sure you power the camcorder with the compact power adapter before you save a memory to the external hard drive. If the compact power adapter becomes disconnected, the connection between the camcorder and the hard drive will end, which may lead to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 153
Remove Hard Drive] > [Yes] To delete a memory save folder With the external hard drive connected to the camcorder: 1 Select the memory save folder you want to delete. 2 Press . 3 Delete the memory save folder. [ Other Settings] > q > [Delete Memory Save Folder] > [Yes] > [OK] 4 Safely end - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 154
Initializing the External Hard Drive 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder until the initialization is completed. 2 Press T to set the camcorder to playback mode. 3 Connect the camcorder to the external hard drive using - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 155
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. * Make sure the external device is compatible with the type of memory card used. Connecting 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Open - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 156
Refer to Connection Diagrams (A 140). Recording 1 External recorder: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the recorder to record pause mode. 2 Turn on the camcorder and set it to mode. • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • Verify that q > [AV/Headphones] is - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 157
the instructions in the Software Guide (PDF file) to install the supplied PIXELA's software. Converting Scenes into Standard Definition from the [ Screen Movies] Index Operating modes: 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Make sure there is a memory card in the memory card - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 158
> [Auto Divide] > [On] > [K] > [K] Converting Scenes into Standard Definition from a Story by Rating Operating modes: 1 Open the gallery and bring the desired story to the front. [G] > [ Gallery] > Desired story • Check that you have selected the & (built-in memory) tab. 158 External Connections - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 159
convert. [Story Details] > [Select by Rating] > Desired rating > [K] 3 Touch [Edit Story] > [Convert HD'SD (%)] and continue the conversion to software's instructions to upload your SD movies to the Web. For details about using the software, click to open the Software Guide (PDF file). External - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 160
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. NOTES • The time required - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 161
• (white, flashing) Connecting; • ( guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card power of the battery pack faster than usual. We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. - While files are being uploaded wirelessly, the camcorder's automatic power off function will be disabled. External - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 162
software is compatible with computers running Windows or Mac OS operating systems. Refer to Saving MP4 Movies and Photos (Windows/Mac OS) (A 148). Connecting to the Computer and Uploading your Recordings Refer to the relevant sections in the 'ImageBrowser EX' User Guide (PDF file). 162 External - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 163
this text. * "iOS device" is used in this text to collectively refer to Wi-Fi-enabled iOS devices. Wi-Fi connection Infrastructure mode Connect the camcorder to an access point on a Wi-Fi network (A 165). Use this connection if you plan to save your recordings on a computer or FTP server (A 170 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 164
, the maximum data transfer rate is 11 Mbps for IEEE 802.11b, 54 Mbps for IEEE 802.11g, and 150 Mbps for IEEE 802.11n. Note that these are theoretical values and actual data transfer rates may differ. NOTES • While using Wi-Fi functions, the camcorder's automatic power off function will be disabled - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 165
does not support WPS or you wish to manually configure settings, refer to Manual Setup (A 168). Refer also to the instruction manual of your involved. Wi-Fi antenna • When using the camcorder's Wi-Fi functions, do not cover the right side of the camcorder with your hand or other object. The Wi - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 166
Some wireless routers that support WPS do not have camcorder's screen, enter it into your wireless router's setup screen. In most cases, the wireless router's setup screen is accessed using your Web browser. For details about how to activate the Wi-Fi protected setup, refer to the instruction manual - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 167
camcorder's screen. You can touch [Stop] and then [OK] to interrupt the Wi-Fi Protected Setup while it is in progress. 5 Touch [Automatic] to automatically obtain an IP address. • To assign the IP address manually, touch [Manual * After touching [OK], you can review the network settings. Touch [Wi-Fi - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 168
Setup Perform this procedure to wirelessly connect the camcorder to the wireless router (using infrastructure mode) if your router does not support WPS, you wish to manually configure settings, or if your wireless router's network name (SSID) cannot be detected due to the stealth function being - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 169
4 Touch the [Encryption Key] control button to enter the encryption key or password procedure in To manually assign an IP address (A 167). • A screen to test the settings will appear. 6 Select whether to test the settings. • You can touch [Check Current Configuration] to review the network settings - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 170
notification area, depending on the OS). Network Utility will be installed automatically after you install VideoBrowser. For details about the software, refer to the 'Network Utility Software Guide' (PDF file on the PIXELA disc in the folder \Network Utility\Manual\English). 170 Wi-Fi Functions - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 171
and file transfer destination as part of the manual setup. Operating modes: File Transfer Destination Setup for Windows Computers 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press . 3 Connect the camcorder to the Wi-Fi network. [ Wi-Fi - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 172
can touch [Check Current Configuration] to review the network settings. Transferring Recordings 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder until the transfer is completed. 2 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 173
in progress. 5 Touch [OK]. IMPORTANT • Do not open the memory card slot cover during wireless transfer. • Observe the following precautions when may remain at the transfer destination. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camera mode. - Do not - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 174
Software Guide' (PDF file on the PIXELA disc in the folder \Network Utility\Manual\English). Operating modes: * * Photos can be uploaded to Facebook only. 1 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then open the index screen that contains the recordings you want to upload. 2 Select the service - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 175
the wireless router's settings and capability, it can take some time to upload video files. Uploading Videos Using an iOS Device You can connect the camcorder to an iOS device* to upload your recordings to YouTube and Facebook even when you are away from your home network. Make sure you have - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 176
, touch [Edit] instead and then manually change the settings. To delete the settings review the network settings. Touch [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Check Current Configuration] > Desired connection point > [Î] or [Í] > [K] three times when finished. NOTES • If you attempt to test the settings and the camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 177
details about the Movie Uploader app, visit http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/canon/e/movieuploader/ (English only). 7 Camcorder: When you have finished, touch [End] to end the Wi-Fi connection. IMPORTANT • Do not open the memory card slot cover during the wireless connec- tion. NOTES • Depending on the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 178
Wireless Playback on a DLNA-Compatible Device If you have a DLNA-compatible player, such as an HDTV, on your home network, you can watch your recordings* wirelessly. In such case, the camcorder acts as a digital media server (DMS) and the HDTV acts as a digital media player (DMP). From the HDTV, you - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 179
desired connection point and then touch [OK]. 4 DLNA Digital Media Player: Select your camcorder model from the list and then play back your recordings. • The ACCESS indicator blinks during the connection. • Refer to the DLNA device's instruction manual for details on the procedure. 5 Play back the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 180
the camcorder closer to the wireless access point. - Turn off the wireless functions of other wireless devices other than the DLNA-compatible device being used for playback. - Switch the wireless access point to IEEE 802.11n and activate channel bonding. Refer to its instruction manual for details - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 181
) is a device that allows wireless devices, like your camcorder, to connect to a wired network (including to the using an access point. DLNA Digital Living Network Alliance. A standard assigned to each device connected to the network. SSID Service Set Identifier. This is simply the public name of - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 182
troubleshooting ] Panel FUNC. Menu [ Main Functions] Panel - Recording Modes Control Button Setting options/Function AUTO n A [Rec. Programs] [' Custom WB] [< Focus] [D] (manual focus): Toggle on or off, Touch - z z 108 AF frame [y Exposure] [n] (manual exposure): Toggle on or off, - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 183
controls, [START]/[STOP] control z z z 51 [W] (tele macro): Toggle on or off - z z 109 [ Audio Scene] [ Standard], [ Music], [ Speech], [ Forest and Birds], [ Noise Suppression] z z z 114 [ Custom Setting] - zz [ä Mic. Level] [m] (automatic), [n] (manual z z 99 [v Review Recording] - - - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 184
Pause A -/, , [Select], - From the built-in [Select], [All Scenes] memory: [All Scenes] [Copy (%)] - 143 -/, , - - - 157 From the built-in [Select], memory: [All Scenes] [Convert HD'SD (%)] [Delete] [Divide] , [Select], [All Scenes] - [Select], [This - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 185
In the gallery: Control Button -/, From the built-in memory: [Copy (%)] [Edit Story] from [Edit Scene] from the [Story the [Scene List] Playback Pause A Details] screen screen - - 144 -/, - From the built-in memory: [Convert HD'SD (%)] - 158 [ - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 186
camcorder is in the p menu. mode, you will not be able to access p Camera Setup Menu item Setting options n A [Self Timer] [i On - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 187
Surround Mic Attenuator]1, 2 [i On å], [j Off] zz - 1 Option available only for recording movies. 2 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. [Digital - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 188
magnified to help you focus manually (A 108). • Using focus used: 1/30; 1/12 when the frame rate is set to [¹ PF24] or [» external microphone or [ Audio Scene] is set to [ Custom Setting]. [k Automatic]: The camcorder camcorder. In that case, activate the microphone attenuator with the [Surround Mic - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 189
microphone. [Surround Mic Attenuator]: Helps prevent audio distortions due to high audio recording levels when the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone is attached to the camcorder. When set to [i On å], å will appear on the screen. s / Playback Setup Menu item [Select Music]* [External Audio Input - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 190
camcorder to a TV using the optional STV-250N Stereo Video Cable, select the setting according to the type of TV in order to display the picture in full Rate]1 [´ 60i (Standard)], [· PF30], [¹ PF24] z - - - 94 [ 30P], [» 24P] -z- - -/, [Rec Media for Photos] [&] (built-in memory), [*] (memory - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 191
external hard drive is connected to the camcorder. [Rate Scenes (Recording)]: When set to [i On], the scene rating scene will appear after every scene you record. [Available Space in Memory]/[Used Space in Memory information screen of a memory card you can also check its Speed Class. • -/, The - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 192
with x.v.Color, connected to the camcorder using the supplied HDMI cable. If recordings made with x.v.Color are played back on a non-compatible TV, colors may not be reproduced correctly. [File Numbering]: Select the file numbering method to be used on a new memory card. Photos and MP4 movies are - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 193
] [Wireless Remote Control] [Custom Control Button]1 [i On], [j Off 0] z [Rec. Programs], z [Ä White Balance], [< Focus], [y Exposure], [Ç Powered IS], [R Zoom], [ Audio Scene], [ä Mic. Level], [x AGC Limit], [Image Effects], [R Faders], [Ò Decoration], [z Pre REC], [v Review Recording - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 194
/Time]: - [Date Format]: [Y.M.D], [M.D,Y], [D.M.Y] (Y- year, Mmonth, D- day) [24H]: Toggle on (24-hour clock) or off (12-hour clock) [Battery Info] [Control for HDMI]1 [HDMI Status]1 [Distance Units]1 [Demo Mode]1 - [i On], [j Off] - [. meters], [/ feet] [i On], [j Off] [Firmware] - y A zz - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 195
operations like turning on the camcorder, the self-timer countdown, etc. • Set this to [j Off] to turn off notification sounds. • While pre-recording (A 99) is activated, the camcorder will not emit any notification sounds. [Wireless Remote Control]: Allows the camcorder to be operated with the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 196
) function. When you connect the camcorder to an HDTV compatible with HDMI-CEC using the supplied HDMI cable, you can control the camcorder's playback using the remote control of the TV. • If set to [i On], when the camcorder is connected to a compatible HDTV using the supplied HDMI cable, the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 197
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. [Firmware]: You can verify the current version of the camcorder's firmware, which is the software that controls - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 198
frame (A 100) 4 Touch & Track frame (A 102) 5 Control button [PHOTO]: Take a photo (A 45, 89, 128) 6 Control button [?]: Displays a shooting tip for the current story scene 7 Memory operation (A 202) 8 Intelligent IS (A 49) 9 Remaining battery time (A 202) A q Zoom (A 51) A a Recording mode - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 199
the memory card & In the built-in memory* ( Relay recording* (A 40) * -/, only. S k Frame rate (A 94) S l Image effects (A 112) D q Microphone attenuator (A 188) D a Audio scene select (A 114) D s Headphone output (A 120) D d Custom control button (A 196) D f Level marker (A 188) D g Remote sensor - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 200
Movies (during playback) AVCHD movies: MP4 movies: F g External audio input (A 84) hF Eye-Fi wireless communication (A 160) jF Scene number kF Playback control buttons (A 56) F l Data code (A 66, 189) G q Volume and background music balance controls (A 56, 83) G a File number (A 192) G s Volume - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 201
Viewing Photos dG Control button [Edit]: Open the Edit panel (A 185) fG Current photo / Total number of photos G g Control button [h]: Photo jump (A 133) G h Control button [Ð]: Slideshow (A 136) G j Control button [f]: Return to the [ Photos] index screen (A 132) Additional Information 201 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 202
what is displayed on the screen. • When you attach an empty battery pack, the power may turn off without displaying . • Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately. • You can display the charge - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 203
" 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? (A 21) Recording • Did you turn the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 204
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. A noise can be heard from the compact power adapter. - A faint sound can be heard while the compact power adapter is connected to - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 205
digital zoom is activated (A 50) or while fading in or fading out a scene (A 103). After using the camcorder for a long time, it becomes hot. - The camcorder it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. Cannot create a new story. - A memory can contain a maximum - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 206
so the remaining battery time cannot be displayed. * lights up in red. - A memory card error occurred. Turn off the camcorder. Remove and reinsert the memory 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 207
because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Con- sult a Canon Service Center. ‹ appears on the screen - The LOCK switch on the Eye-Fi card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the position of the LOCK switch. - An error occurred when trying to access control data on - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 208
MP4 movies and photos have reached their maximum value. Set r>[File Numbering] to [Reset] and insert a new memory card. The optional WL-D89 Wireless Controller will not work. - Set q> [Wireless Remote Control] to [On]. - Replace the battery of the wireless controller. 208 Additional Information - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 209
. - Contact the card manufacturer's customer care. Connections with External Devices Video noise appears on the TV screen. - When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located, keep a distance between the compact power adapter and the power or antenna cables of the TV. Playback looks fine on - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 210
only: To transfer the photos in the built-in memory, copy them to the memory card in advance (A 143). -/, Wi-Fi Functions Refer also to the instruction manual of your wireless router and other devices you will use. Wireless playback on a DLNA-compatible device is not smooth. - Playback may not be - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 211
if power supply was accidentally interrupted while the camcorder was writing to the memory. Select [Recover] to try to recover the recordings. -/, Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot communicate with the battery pack - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 212
your recordings (A 146) and initialize the built-in memory using the [Complete Initialization] option (A 41). If the problem persists, contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot play back Check the memory card - There is a problem with the memory card. Save your recordings (A 146) and initialize the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 213
Initialize the memory card with this camcorder (A 41). 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. -/, Cannot - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 214
/playback. If the problem persists, save your recordings (A 146) and initialize the memory card (A 41). Do not disconnect the power source. Cannot write data with this connection. To write data to the camcorder, connect the compact power adapter then reconnect the camcorder and computer. Do - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 215
you turn on the camcorder if power supply was accidentally interrupted while the camcorder was writing on the memory card and later the position of the card's LOCK switch was changed to prevent erasure. Change the position of the LOCK switch. No memory card - Insert a compatible memory card into the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 216
- Follow the instructions to switch the recording program between [Underwater] and [Surface] while the camcorder is secured inside the optional WP-V4 Waterproof Case. Recording was stopped due to insufficient write speed of the memory card - The data transfer rate was too high for the memory card in - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 217
power source. - The camcorder is updating the memory. Wait until the operation ends and do not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove the battery pack. There are no scenes with the selected rating - No scenes have been rated yet. Rate in the selected memory card is not supported. The movies - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 218
the mini advanced shoe. - The battery charge is too low to supply power to the accessory attached to the mini advanced shoe. Charge the battery pack. Cannot use the video light while powering the camcorder with the compact power adapter - Use a fully charged battery pack instead when using the video - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 219
. - Increase the FTP server's available space. Cannot transfer files to the computer (Network Utility) - Make sure Network Utility is running properly. If the problem persists turn off the camcorder and computer. After a short while, turn them on again. Check the Wi-Fi settings. - Make sure the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 220
, turn it on again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service Center. Unable to complete WPS. - Turn off the camcorder and wireless router. After a short while, turn them on again and try again. If the problem persists, perform the Wi-Fi network setup manually (A 168). Unable to complete WPS - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 221
signal. Try using the camcorder in a location farther away from such appliances. - Turn off the camcorder and wireless router. After a short while, turn them on again and perform the Wi-Fi network setup again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service Center. Additional Information 221 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 222
to an external device such as a computer or digital video recorder (A 143) 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 223
careful of heat generated by lighting equipment. • Do not disassemble the camcorder. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualified service personnel. • Handle the camcorder with care. Do not subject the camcorder to shocks or vibration as this may cause damage. • When mounting - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 224
be charged even if you attach them to this camcorder or to the optional CG-700 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 225
other settings. The built-in lithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder; however, it will discharge completely if you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months. To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected for 24 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 226
is altered and stored data is not physically erased. When you dispose of the camcorder or memory card or give either to another person, initialize the camcorder's built-in memory (-/, only) or memory card using the [Complete Initialization] option (A 41). Fill it up with unimportant recordings, and - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 227
cloth. • Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temper- ature changes suddenly. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth. Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 228
hours before resuming use of the camcorder. Using the Camcorder 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 229
/S* or IFC-400PCU USB 2 WS-20 Wrist Strap Cable 6 CA-110 Compact Power Adapter Al HTC-100/S* or HTC-100 HDMI Cable qA Stylus Pen* Sq STV-250N Stereo Video Cable sA Memory card * Supplied with the camcorder; not available as an optional accessory. ** -/, only. Additional Information 229 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 230
basis. 3 WL-D89 Wireless Controller Use the wireless controller to operate the camcorder from a distance. This is especially useful when you wish to achieve stable shots. To purchase this accessory, contact your local Canon office. 4 Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select one of the - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 231
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-700 Battery Charger BP-718 310 min. 220 min. BP-727 450 min. 315 min. Recording and playback times given - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 232
min. 270 min. 270 min. 280 min. 280 min. 285 min. Recording AVCHD movies using a memory card Battery pack BP-718 BP-727 Recording mode MXP FXP XP+ SP LP MXP FXP XP+ SP LP Recording recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, and power on/off. 232 Additional Information - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 233
Tele-converter This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5. • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the Tele-converter is attached. • The minimum focusing distance at full telephoto with the TL-H43 is 3.3 m (10.8 ft.). 8 WD-43 Wide-converter - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 234
operation. • The VFL-2 cannot be used as a flash with this camcorder. kA UA-100 USB Adapter -/, Allows you to connect to the camcorder an external hard drive or similar storage device with a standard-A cable. After doing so, you can save an entire memory onto the device. Check in advance the USB - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 235
. sS 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. Additional Information - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 236
Specifications VIXIA HF M52 / VIXIA HF M50 / VIXIA HF M500 - Values given are approximate figures. System • Recording System Movies: AVCHD Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch; Dolby Digital 5.1ch* MP4 Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio compression: - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 237
+ external distance sensor when set to [Instant AF]) or Manual focus • Filter Diameter: 43 mm • Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m (3.3 ft.); 40 cm (1.3 ft.) with tele macro on at full telephoto; 1 cm (0.39 in.) at full ; output only; compatible with HDMI-CEC and x.v.Color • MIC Terminal ∅ 3.5 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 238
Complies with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n protocol • Frequency: 2.4 GHz • Supported channels: 1 - 11 • Encryption methods: WEP-64/WEP-128, TKIP/AES Power/Others • Power supply (rated) 3.6 V DC (battery pack), 5.3 V DC (compact power adapter) • Power consumption 2.7 W (SP mode, AF on, LCD normal brightness - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 239
The specifications of the music files compatible with the camcorder are as follows. Audio encoding: Linear PCM Audio sampling: 48 kHz, 16 bits, 2 channels Minimum length: 1 second File type: WAV The music data is saved in the memory under the following folders. -/, In the built-in memory: \CANON - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 240
using the camcorder . . . . 228 AGC (automatic gain control) limit 107 battery 225 C Camera mode 31 Capturing photos/video snapshot scenes from a movie 127 Chroma key 76 Cinema mode 70 Cinema-look filters 70 Condensation 227 Connections to external devices 139 Copying recordings to a memory - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 241
program 95 Power saving 49 Powered IS 98 Pre-recording 99 Q Quick Start 52 R Rating scenes 80 Remote sensor 43 Resetting all camcorder settings 207 Reviewing recordings 90 S Saving recordings 143 Transferring to a computer . . 146 Using external video recorders 155 Selecting the memory - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 242
102 Touch AE 106 Touch AF 108 Touch screen operations 27 Tripod 223 Troubleshooting 203 Turning off notification sounds . . . 195 Tv (recording program Wi-Fi functions 163 Wireless controller 43 Y YouTube 174 Z Zoom 50 Digital zoom 187 Zoom speed 50, 186 * -/, only. - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 243
or for other commercial, industrial, or institutional applications. These uses are covered only 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 - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 244
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 GIFT. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state - Canon VIXIA HF M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 245
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 M52 | VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500 Instruction Manual - Page 246
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