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type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product to NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 3
FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 4
the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 5
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-definition - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 6
to YouTube and Facebook (A 160). • 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 164). Story Creator (A 67) Transform your movies into compelling video stories just by recording video following - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 7
Save (A 136) Easily save the whole content of the built-in memory 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 97) compensates - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 8
the Web. MP4 Upload MP4 movies to your computer (A 133). Save your recordings. You can also create discs from your recordings.* Use the supplied PIXELA's software (A 131). AVCHD High Definition MPEG-2 Standard Definition Upload AVCHD movies to your computer (A 131). &/% You can also choose to - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 9
video wirelessly directly from the memory on AVCHD- and DLNA-compatible HDTVs and other devices connected to the network (A 164). LAN cable Join a Wi-Fi network by first connecting to an access point (A 151). Transfer your recordings wirelessly from the camcorder to a computer or FTP server (A 156 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 10
contents Introduction 6 Exciting Features and New Functions 14 About this Manual 16 Getting to Know the Camcorder 16 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 18 Names of Parts Preparations 20 Getting Started 20 Charging the Battery Pack 23 Using the Grip Belt 24 Opening the Lens Cover - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 11
and Moving Scenes Within/Between Stories 86 Selecting a Story's Thumbnail Image 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 and Programmed AE - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 12
External Connections 123 Terminals on the Camcorder 124 Connection Diagrams 127 Playback on a TV Screen 128 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 128 &/% Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory Card 131 Saving Recordings on a Computer 136 &/% Memory Save: Saving an Entire Memory onto an External Hard - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 13
182 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 187 Trouble? 187 Troubleshooting 194 List of Messages 205 Do's and Don'ts 205 Handling Precautions 209 Maintenance/Others 210 Using the Camcorder Abroad 211 General Information 211 Accessories 212 Optional Accessories 216 Specifications 220 Index Table of - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 14
Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300. 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 187). Conventions Used in this Manual - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 15
Timer] > [i On [X] • < will appear on the screen. • Repeat, selecting [j Off], 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 names of physical buttons and switches on the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 16
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-709 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 18
) 4 ACCESS indicator (A 44) 5 Memory card slot cover 6 MIC terminal (A 112) 7 AV OUT terminal Memory card slot (A 39) A a START/STOP button (A 44) A s DC IN terminal (A 20) A d Grip belt (A 23) A f Wi-Fi antenna (&/% only) As Ad Af Ag Front view A g Lens cover switch (A 24) A h Stereo microphone - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 19
(A 24, 26) S q POWER button S a ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green - On Orange - Standby (A 51) Red - Charging (A 20) S s Battery attachment unit (A 20) S d Serial number Back view Sq Sa S f Tripod socket (A 206) S g BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 21) Ss Bottom view Sd Sf Sg Introduction 19 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 20
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 softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it up until it clicks in place. ᕃ ᕄ DC - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 21
indicator flashes, refer to Troubleshooting (A 190). To remove the battery pack 1 Slide d in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down. ᕄ 2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it out. ᕃ BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 22
use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge. • Optional battery packs for this camcorder can display the remaining battery time. The first time you use an optional battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 23
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 24
90 degrees downward. • You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can be useful to allow the camcorder to include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer. 180° 180° 90° Subject can monitor the LCD screen 24 Preparations - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 25
• About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-pre- cision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of q > [LCD Brightness] and [LCD Backlight] settings. When the compact power adapter is connected, [LCD Backlight] will automatically change to [H Bright]. Preparations 25 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 26
to select a setting from the menus, to select the subject whom the camcorder will recognize as the main subject of the scene, etc. Drag While or to adjust slider controls like the volume. IMPORTANT • The camcorder uses a pressure-sensitive touch screen. Press firmly when using touch operations - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 27
and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (A 168). HOME Menu Operating modes: The HOME menu is the gateway to most of the camcorder's functions and settings. After you press , the HOME menu will appear and you can select from the following control buttons. The available control buttons - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 28
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 29
In mode Touch to scroll up or down Touch the control button of the desired function Drag your finger up and down along the scroll bar to display the rest of the panel 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 30
[Other Settings] Menus Operating modes: * * In mode, access to functions is limited. 1 Press menu. to open the HOME 2 Touch [ Other Settings] to open the [ Other Settings] menus. 3 Touch the tab of the desired menu. 4 Drag your finger up and down to bring the setting you want to change into - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 31
of the settings while you concentrate on recording (A 44). Great for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual mode) Enjoy full access to menus, settings and advanced functions (A 89). Give your recordings a cinematic look and use cinema-look filters to - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 32
AVCHD, your movies will look amazing when played back on an HDTV. By recording movies in MP4, your movies are smaller in size but retain high quality. This is especially useful for playback on portable devices or sharing on the Web. NOTES • You can adjust the video quality using the r > [Recording - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 53). Viewing photos (A 118). NOTES • &/% When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 . 2 Select the desired language. [ Other Settings] > q > [Language !] > Desired language > [OK] > [X] NOTES • - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 37
Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. As of December 2011, the movie recording function has been tested using SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba and SanDisk. For the latest information on cards that can be used, visit your local Canon Web site. Memory card type: . SD memory - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 38
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. The table below summarizes compatibility by computer operating system, as of - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 39
Card Make sure to initialize (A 42) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder. 1 Turn off the camcorder. ᕃ Make sure the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator is off. 2 Open the memory card slot cover. 3 Insert the memory card at a slight angle, with the label facing toward the lens, all the way - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 40
front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Be sure to insert the memory card as described in step 3. &/% Selecting the Memory (Built-in Memory/Memory Card) for the Recordings You can select to record - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 41
* The approximate available recording time will now reflect the combined space in the memories used for relay recording. NOTES • There will be a momentary stop in the scene at the point where the camcorder switches from one memory to another. • Any of the following actions will deactivate the relay - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 42
camcorder for the first time. You can also initialize a memory card or the built-in memory (&/% only) to permanently delete all the recordings it contains. &/% At the time of purchase, the built-in memory camcorder until the initialization is completed. 2 Press . 3 Initialize the memory the memory. - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 43
important recordings in advance using an external device (A 128). • Initializing a memory card will permanently erase any 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 44
to menus and more advanced functions, refer to Recording in Manual Mode (A 89). Basic Recording Shooting Video and Taking Photos in AUTO Mode With mode, you can take great-looking videos and photos by let- ting the camcorder automatically adjust settings based on the record- ing situation - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 45
the camcorder. • &/% By default, movies and photos are recorded in the built-in ᕄ memory. You can select the ᕃ memory that camcorder to mode. [ Camera Mode] > [N] > [OK] To record video Press Y to begin recording. • Press Y again to pause the recording. • The ACCESS indicator will flash - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 46
appear momentarily on the screen and the ACCESS indicator will flash as the photo is recorded. However, if you record , keeping them in focus and using the best settings to record them. - Story Creator camcorder will automatically detect certain characteristics of the subject, background, lighting - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 47
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 48
camcorder. • Observe the following precautions 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 On], the camcorder will shut off automatically to save power when it is powered by a battery pack and is - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 49
1920x1080) and quality cannot be changed. At this size, a 1 GB memory card can hold approximately 670 photos. However, the actual number of photos lever on the camcorder or using the zoom controls on the touch screen. You can also select the zoom type (optical, advanced or digital). Operating modes - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 50
closer to the V/U icons for faster zooms. 3 Touch [X] to hide the zoom controls. Selecting the Zoom Type The camcorder offers three types of zoom - optical, advanced and digital. Operating modes: * * In mode, [Zoom Type] will be set to [ Optical]. [FUNC.] > [Zoom Type] > Desired zoom type 50 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 51
zoom, the camcorder processes the image beyond the range of the optical zoom to obtain a larger zoom without any deterioration in image quality. At full wide angle, the angle of view with advanced zoom is wider than the angle of view with optical zoom. [ Digital] For digital zoom (light blue area - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 52
is closed while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing or while the HOME menu or menus contained therein (not including the [ Main Functions] panel) are being displayed. The camcorder may also not enter standby mode when the battery charge is too low. Check that the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator changes to - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 53
Video This chapter covers functions related to movies, including playback, advanced shooting, using Story Creator and other advanced functions. For details about basic video shooting, refer to AUTO Mode (A 44). Basic Playback Playing Back Video You can use the s > [Data Code] setting to choose - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 54
toward S to show 6 scenes per page. ! Open the index selection screen. " Memory being read. # Recording date**. $ Division line between recording dates. % Drag your finger of the last scene in the index screen. For MP4 movies, the camcorder will play back only one scene. • Touch the screen to display - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 55
During playback: AVCHD movies MP4 movies ! Jump to the beginning of the scene. Double-tap to jump to the previous scene*. " Jump to the beginning of the next scene*. # Pause the playback. $ Fast playback** backward/forward. % Display the volume (A 55) and background music mix balance (A 82) - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 56
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 57
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 58
can select the content you want to play back (original scenes by date or by story, or photos, for example). &/% You can also select the memory from which you want to play back your recordings. Operating modes: In any index screen: Touch [G]. During single photo view, touch the screen once to - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 59
AVCHD organized by story (A 79). [ Movies] Scenes recorded in MP4. [ Photos] Photos' index screen. [z SD Movies] (&/% only when a memory card is selected) Scenes that were converted to standard definition to upload them to the Web (A 142). NOTES • &/% Fast/slow playback modes are not available - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 61
To select individual scenes 1 Touch on the individual scenes you want to delete. • A checkmark ! will appear on the scenes you touch. The total number of selected scenes will appear next to the " icon. • Touch a selected scene to remove the checkmark. To remove all checkmarks at once, touch [Remove - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 62
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 the front > [Story Details] 2 Open the rating selection screen. [Edit Story] > [Delete] 3 Touch one or more of - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 63
them (A 131). • Observe 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. Video 63 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 64
NOTES • To delete all movies and make all recordable space available again you may prefer to initialize the memory (A 42). Selecting the Playback Starting Point If you have a very long scene, you may want to start playing back the scene from a certain point. You - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 65
! 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. & Drag your finger right along the ruler to display the previous 5 frames. ' Current scene / Total - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 68
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 the selected - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 70
Cinema Mode and Cinema-Look Filters In (cinema) mode, the camcorder will adjust the frame rate and several other picture-related settings to give your recordings a cine- matic look. In this mode you can also use a - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 71
Options ( Default value) The camcorder offers 7 cinemalook filters. Select the desired filter while previewing the effect on the screen. [1: Cinema Standard] [2: Vivid] [3: $ Brief description (onscreen guidance) NOTES • Photos cannot be recorded while the camcorder is set to mode. Video 71 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 72
setting. Operating modes: 1 Press V. • A blue border appears on the screen. • Press V again to return to normal video recording mode. 2 Press Y. • The camcorder records for a few seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar) and then automatically returns to record pause mode. • When the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 73
decorating scenes. You can decorate scenes as they are being recorded, during playback or just before converting them to standard definition (&/% only; A 142). Decorating Scenes while Recording Operating modes: 1 Open the decoration screen. [FUNC.] > [Ò Decoration] • The decoration screen will open - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 74
! Canvas - The area where you will draw and see your decorations in action. " Toolbar. # [Ó Pens and Stamps] Select the type of pen or stamp and its color. You can also save a canvas or load a previously saved canvas. $ [× Animated Stamps] Select animated stamps to add to your decoration. % [Ø - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 75
* The freehand drawings and stamps will be saved in the built-in 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 will apply the last freehand drawings and stamps that were saved in - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 76
or [-] to select a different image mix frame. &/% You can touch one of the memory icons at the bottom of the screen to read image mix frames saved on a different memory (only when recording on or playing back scenes from a memory card). 3 Touch [K] to mix the selected frame with the live video. 76 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 77
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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 78
[Rec Media for Movies] is set to [&] (the built-in memory), you will not be able to select image mix frames saved on a memory card. • Image mix cannot be selected during playback or while converting a scene to standard definition (A142; &/% only). Select the image mix during playback pause or before - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 79
Playing Back Stories from the Gallery You can play back recordings made using Story Creator to play them back as a single compelling video story following the order of the story's script. Regular scenes and video snapshot scenes recorded without using Story Creator, will appear in the gallery under - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 80
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 81
Rating Scenes You can rate story scenes immediately after recording them or during playback. You can then select multiple scenes with the same rating, for example, in order to play back or copy only your favorite scenes. Rating Scenes Immediately After Recording Operating modes: 1 Press . 2 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 82
2 Open the list of scenes of the story that contains the scenes you want to rate. [G] > [ Gallery] > Bring the desired story to the front > [Scene List] 3 In the [Scene List] screen, drag your finger up/down to select the scene you want to rate. 4 Touch the orange [ ] icon on the left to open the [ - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 83
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 can mix the original audio and the background music and adjust the background music mix balance to your preference. POINTS TO CHECK • To play - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 84
5 Adjust the mix balance between the original sound and the background music. Touch [y] (more of the original sound) or [Û] (more of the background music) or drag your finger along the [Music Balance] bar to adjust the background music balance as desired. 6 Touch [X] and then touch a story or scene - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 219) for the folder - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 86
4 Select the destination. Drag your finger right/left to select the desired story and touch its thumbnail. Then, drag your finger up/down to select the desired category and touch the orange [ ] icon on the left. And last, drag your finger up/down to move the orange bar within the category to select - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 87
3 Open 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 55). Use any special playback modes (fast/slow playback, frame reverse/advance) as necessary to locate - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 88
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 VideoBrowser using the option to join and import music and video files from the gallery, some special characters in the story's title will - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 89
, by using Special Scene recording programs (A 95). Operating modes: 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 that will be used to record movies and photos (A 40). • Please read the IMPORTANT section - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 90
• Photos cannot be recorded while the digital zoom is activated (light blue area on the zoom bar) or while fading in or fading out a scene. Reviewing the Latest Scene Recorded You can review the last 4 seconds of the last scene recorded with the camcorder without switching to playback mode. While - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 92
recorded in 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 93
440 x 1,080 resolution. MP4 movies are recorded in 1,280 x 720 resolution. 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 min. 1 hr. 25 min. 2 hr. 55 min. FXP 30 min. 1 hr - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 94
Selecting the Frame Rate You can change the frame rate (the number of frames recorded per second) to change the look of your movies. Operating modes: 1 Press . 2 Select the frame rate. [ Other Settings] > r > [Frame Rate] > Desired frame rate > [X] Options for AVCHD movies ( Default value) [´ - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 95
AE Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as of the procedure is not necessary. Options ( Default value) [ú SCN: Portrait] The camcorder uses a large aperture, to achieve a sharp focus on the subject while blurring the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 96
Sunset] To record sunsets in vibrant colors. [Œ SCN: Low Light] To record in low-light situations. [œ SCN: Spotlight] To record spotlit scenes. or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. • [Œ SCN: Low Light]: - Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. - Picture quality may not be - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 97
camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we recommend using a tripod. Advanced Image Stabilization The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder as the zoom approaches full wide angle. [ Standard] Compensates for a lower degree of camcorder shake, such as when - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 98
[FUNC.] > [È Powered IS] > [ON] > [X] • By default, the custom control button (A 180) is set to [È Powered IS]. NOTES • If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate. • [ Dynamic] is available only when [Zoom Type] is set to [ Optical]. • For - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 99
the memory will start 3 seconds before Y was pressed. NOTES • The camcorder will not record the full 3 Review Recording]. - Opening the [Other Settings] menus. Face Detection The camcorder program other than [ü SCN: Night Scene], [Œ SCN: Low Light] or [Š SCN: Fireworks]. By default, face detection - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 100
If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will automatically select one person it determines is the main subject. The or when the digital zoom is activated at more than 144x zoom. • When face detection is activated, the slowest shutter speed used by the camcorder is 1/30 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 101
sure face detection is activated (A 99). 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 contrast. - Fast moving subjects. - When shooting indoors with insufficient lighting. Video 101 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 102
Faders The camcorder offers two professional looking transition effects to fade-in or fade-out scenes. You have the option to activate the fader only one time or - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 103
lights may appear too bright or glaring (overexposed). To correct this, you can adjust the exposure manually (I) will flash and the 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 104
exposure. • When shooting subjects with a strong light source behind them, the camcorder automatically corrects for the backlight*. You can turn the following subjects. In such case, focus manually. • Reflective surfaces • Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Operating modes: • - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 105
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. 3 Touch and hold [F] or [E] to adjust - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 106
it also stands out more. Operating modes: * * In mode, tele macro will be activated automatically when you zoom in to full telephoto and bring the camcorder up close to the subject. POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than [Š SCN: Fireworks]. [FUNC.] > [ZOOM] > [W]* (tele macro - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 107
balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look truly camcorder at a white object, so it fills the whole screen, and touch [Set WB]. When the adjustment is completed, Å stops flashing and disappears. The camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 108
you change locations or the lighting or other conditions change. - Depending on the light source, Å may keep flashing. The result will still be camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen. Photos: In record pause mode, touch [PHOTO]. • The camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 109
. - Closing the LCD panel to set the camcorder to standby mode. Audio Recording Level You can adjust the audio recording level of the built-in or an external microphone. You can display the audio level indicator while recording. Operating modes: Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level 1 Open - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 110
When you are using a microphone connected to the MIC terminal including the WM-V1 Wireless Microphone, the audio level indicator will be displayed automatically. • When the audio level meter reaches the red point (0 dB), the sound may be distorted. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 111
) output. Operating modes: 1 Press . 2 Change the function of the terminal to headphones output. [ Other Settings] > q > [AV/Headphones] > [Ó Headphones] > [K] 3 Connect the headphones to the AV OUT/× terminal. 4 Adjust the volume as necessary. [Volume] > [Ô] or [Õ]* to adjust the volume - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 112
subjects at a distance exceeding the practical range of the built-in microphone. You can also mix and record audio from the WM-V1 with audio from the built-in microphone. For details on connecting and using the WM-V1, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the microphone. 112 Video - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 113
the MIC terminal, the audio level indicator will be displayed automatically. • When an external microphone is connected to the camcorder, p > [Wind Screen] will automatically be set to [j Off à]. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, adjust the audio recording level manually - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 114
[INT] (more of the sound from the built-in microphone) or [EXT] (more of the sound from the external microphone) or drag your finger along the audio mix bar to scene. 2 Press Y to capture the video snapshot scene. The camcorder captures the video snapshot scene for about 4 seconds (the blue frame - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 115
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 116
captured from a scene with a lot of fast movement may be blurred. • Photos will be recorded on the memory selected for recording photos. Dividing Scenes You can divide scenes in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest. Operating modes: 1 Play back the scene you want to divide - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 117
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 117 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 118
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 119
! Open the [G Index Selection] screen (A 58). " Memory being read. # Drag your finger left/right for the next/previous index page*. $ Display the next/previous index page. * While browsing through index pages, a larger - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 120
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 121
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 121 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 122
Slideshow You can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music. Operating modes: 1 Open the [ Photos] index screen. [G] > [ Photos] 2 Select the music track to use during the photo slideshow. Refer to steps 3 and 4 of Playback with Background Music (A 83). 3 Touch the photo that - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 123
is a mini-AB receptacle. 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 124
diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right side shows (for reference only) an example of terminals on a connected device. Connection ! HDMI Type: Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal. If - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 125
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 (&/% only). 1 Mini-B 2 &/% only Mini-B USB Cable (supplied) Standard-A (computer, digital - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 126
files from the supplied VIXIA Disc to a memory card in the camcorder in order to use them as background music. For details, refer to the Software Guide (PDF file) of the supplied PIXELA's software. - To save your recordings on a computer. - To save a memory onto an external hard drive. • Sound from - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 127
be required on the connected HDTV. 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 128
1 Open the [ Movies] or [ Movies] 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 ] > [Yes]. 2 After selecting all the desired scenes, touch [OK]. 128 External Connections - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 129
story to the front. [G] > [ Gallery] > Desired story • 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] > want to copy. 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. External Connections 129 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 130
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. 130 External Connections - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 131
this camcorder are saved in the built-in memory (&/% only) or on a memory card. Because space is limited, make sure to save your recordings on a computer on a regular basis. This section explains how to save your recordings on a computer using a USB connection. Use the supplied software VideoBrowser - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 132
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 133
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 install - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 134
> Canon Utilities > ImageBrowser EX Mac OS: In the Dock, on the Desktop. If you cannot find the icon, check your Internet connection and install the software again. First-time connection to a computer running Windows Windows users only: The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 135
and Mac OS X: Your camcorder is equipped with the standard Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) allowing you to transfer photos (JPEG only) simply by connecting the camcorder to a computer using the supplied USB cable, without having to install the supplied software ImageBrowser EX. External Connections - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 136
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. &/% Memory Save: Saving an Entire Memory onto an External Hard Drive You can - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 137
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 the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 138
power adapter. 2 Press T to set the camcorder to playback mode. 3 Connect the camcorder to the external hard drive using the optional UA-100 USB Adapter. Connection #-2. Refer to Connection Diagrams (A 125). 4 Touch [Play Back from Hard Drive] and select the memory save folder you wish to play back - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 139
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 the optional UA-100 USB Adapter. Connection #-2. Refer to Connection Diagrams (A 125). 4 Press . 5 Initialize the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 140
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. * Make sure the external device is compatible with the type of memory card used. Connecting 1 Power the camcorder using the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 141
or a digital video recorder with analog audio/video inputs. Video output will be in standard definition, although the original scenes are in high definition. Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using Connection ". Refer to Connection Diagrams (A 125). Recording 1 External recorder: Load - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 142
photos) from a computer using the supplied software ImageBrowser EX (A 148). Installation Install the software before you connect the camcorder to the computer for the first time. Refer to the Startup Guide (supplied leaflet) and follow the instructions in the Software Guide (PDF file) to install - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 143
5 Review the conversion settings and touch [Next]. • convert the scenes. • Before touching [START], you can touch [Ò] to decorate the converted SD movies (A 73), or touch [Ý] to adjust the volume (A 55) and background music [Bit Rate (Quality)] > Desired option > [K] > [K] External Connections 143 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 144
that you have selected the & (built-in memory) tab. 2 Select the rating of the stories you want to convert. [Story Details] > [Select by Rating] > Desired rating > [K] 3 Touch [Edit Story] > [Convert HD'SD (%)] and continue the conversion to standard definition from step 5 in the previous procedure - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 145
in the menu panel and follow the 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). IMPORTANT • While the camcorder is connected to the computer, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 146
software supplied with your Eye-Fi card and completed all the required configuration setup in advance. Refer to the instruction manual , flashing) Connecting; camcorder (A 192) - ‹ Error reading from the Eye-Fi card (A 191) IMPORTANT Using an Eye-Fi Card • This product is not guaranteed to support - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 147
the wireless connection is too weak, the wireless upload may fail and the video files will be registered as incomplete uploads. • About power saving when using an Eye-Fi card: - Wireless communication drains the power of the battery pack faster than usual. We recommend powering the camcorder using - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 148
software is compatible with computers running Windows or Mac OS operating systems. Refer to Saving MP4 Movies and Photos (Windows/Mac OS) (A 133). Connecting to the Computer and Uploading your Recordings Refer to the relevant sections in the 'ImageBrowser EX' User Guide (PDF file). 148 External - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 149
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 151). Use this connection if you plan to save your recordings on a computer or FTP server (A 156) and then upload videos to YouTube and - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 150
and Facebook on the go (A 160). iOS device Wi-Fi connection Infrastructure mode Connect the camcorder to an access point on a Wi-Fi network (A 151). Use this connection if you plan to play back videos on a DLNA-compatible TV (A 164) connected to the network using a LAN cable. LAN cable Access - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 151
does not support WPS or you wish to manually configure settings, refer to Manual Setup (A 153). 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 152
code appears on the 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 of your wireless router. 152 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 153
it will contain only the keys necessary for this step. Manual 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 154
's setup screen or ask the network administrator. 1 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press . 2 Set up a new connection point. [ Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Network Setup] > Desired connection point ([ 1] to [ 3]) > [Set Up New]* > [Manual Setup] * To replace the settings of an existing - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 155
and characteristics of the Wi-Fi network you want to use. • Wi-Fi functions, including connecting to a Wi-Fi network, are not available when the optional WM-V1 Wireless Microphone is attached to the camcorder. • When using Wi-Fi functions, wireless communication with an Eye-Fi card is not possible - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 156
the 'Network Utility Software Guide' (PDF file on the PIXELA disc in the folder \Network Utility\Manual\English). For FTP servers: • Correctly configured FTP server, such as a Macintosh computer or network-attached storage (NAS) drive. You will need to enter the IP address, port, user name, password - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 157
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] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Transfer Destination Setup] > [Computer (Network Utility)] > [w]* > Desired connection point** > [OK]** * This step is not necessary - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 158
Server] and [21] for [Port] > [OK] > Enter the user name and password > [OK] > Enter [/] for [Destination Folder] connection point. [Yes] > [OK] > [X] • Before touching [Yes], you can touch [Check Current Configuration] to review the network settings. Transferring Recordings 1 Power the camcorder - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 159
turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camera mode. - Do not connect the optional WM-V1 Wireless Microphone. • If in the Videos folder on the computer by default. If you start VideoBrowser after you folder will automatically be added to the software's Library. • MP4 movies transferred using - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 160
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 161
on 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 162
Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection (Ad hoc Mode) 1 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press . 2 Set up a new connection point. [ Wi-Fi] > [Wi-Fi Setup] > [Network Setup] > [ ] > [Set Up New]* * To replace the current settings, touch [Edit] instead and then manually change the settings. To - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 163
. For 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. Wi-Fi Functions 163 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 164
network. We recommend using a LAN cable to connect the HDTV or media player. Look for the DLNA Certified logo on the HDTV and refer to the instruction manual of the HDTV for details on connecting it to the network. Operating modes: 1 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press . 164 Wi - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 165
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 videos in the folder that appears (built-in memory - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 166
access point to IEEE802.11n and activate channel bonding. Refer to its instruction manual for details. If these do not improve playback, the cause may be due to conditions unique to the surrounding area. Use the supplied HDMI cable to connect the camcorder to the device. 166 Wi-Fi Functions - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 167
like your camcorder, to connect to a wired computer that allows users to transfer files to and from that computer. Infrastructure mode A Wi-Fi connection in which devices are connected through an access point. IP Address Exclusive number assigned to each device connected to the network. SSID Service - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 168
Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, Sunset], [Œ SCN: Low Light], [œ SCN: Spotlight], [Š SCN: Fireworks] - z - 95 [Ä White Balance] [à Automatic], [¼ Daylight], [ Tungsten], [Å Custom WB] - z z 107 [< Focus] [D] (manual focus): Toggle on or - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 169
[Zoom Type] [ Optical], [ Advanced], [ Digital] - z z 50 [ä Mic. Level] [m] (automatic), [n] (manual) [Audio Level Indicator]: Toggle on or off - [ß] (minimize toolbar) zzz [z Pre REC] [ON], [OFF] - z z 98 [v Review Recording] - - z z 90 1 The default setting is on in mode and off in - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 170
[Edit] Panel - Mode Control Button &/% From the built-in memory: [Copy (%)] &/% From the built-in memory: [Convert HD'SD (%)] [Delete] [Divide] &/% [ Network Utility] [ Movies] Index Screen [ [zSD Movies] Movies] Index Screen Index Screen Playback Pause A , [Select], - [Select], - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 171
the [Scene List] Playback Pause A Details] screen screen - - 129 &/% - From the built-in memory: [Convert HD'SD (%)] - 144 [Delete] or [ ] [This Scene] [This Scene] 60 [Delete Story]* z - - 63 [Story Thumbnail]* z - - 86 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 172
[ Other Settings] Menus When the camcorder is in the p menu. mode, you will not be able to access Screen]* [k Automatic], [j Off à] [Microphone Attenuator]* [k Automatic], [i On å] [Audio Mix]* [j Off], [i On], [INT] [EXT] [Internal Microphone]/[MIC Terminal Input] * Option available only - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 173
focus manually (A lights, low-frequency sounds, we recommend setting the wind screen to [j Off à]. [Microphone Attenuator]: Helps prevent audio distortions. [k Automatic]: The camcorder will automatically activate the micro- phone attenuator as necessary for optimal audio recording levels so high - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 174
used when recording the scene or photo. [TV Type]: When you connect the 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 and in - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 175
r Recording & Connections Setup Menu item Setting options y A &/% [Rec Media for Movies] [&] (built-in memory), [*] (memory card), [Relay Recording]: [j Off], [%] z z - - 40 z- - - [Recording Mode] [© High Quality 24 Mbps], [¨ High Quality 17 Mbps], [¦ High Quality 12 Mbps], [¤ Standard - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 176
memory capacity listed in the specifications. [x.v.Color]: Uses a color space 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 177
than that of the last file on the memory card. • We recommend using the [n Continuous External Hard Drive Info]: When the camcorder is connected to an external ] Speaker: - , Ú Headphones: z , Ö [Notification Sounds] [÷ High Volume], z [ø Low Volume], [j Off] y A zzz - z z z 35 zzz - - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 178
Type], [ä Mic. Level], [R Faders], [Ò Decoration], [z Pre REC], [v Review Recording] [i On z 42 &/% - [Initialize ]2 &/% - [Delete Memory Save Folder]2 [Time Zone/DST] ["] (home time z z 138 z z z z 36 [Date/Time] [Battery Info]3 [Date/Time]: - [Date Format]: [Y.M.D], [M.D,Y], [D.M.Y] (Y- - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 179
in mode. 2 Option available only after connecting an external hard drive to the camcorder. 3 Option available only when using the optional BP-718 or BP-727 Battery Pack. 4 Option available only after having inserted an Eye-Fi card into the memory card slot. [Output Onscreen Displays]: When - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 180
where you can verify the battery charge (as a percentage) and the remaining record- ing time ( , mode) or playback time ( , mode). [Control for HDMI]: Activates the HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function. When you connect the camcorder to an HDTV compatible with HDMI-CEC using the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 181
be required on the TV itself to activate the HDMI-CEC function. Refer to the TV's instruction manual. • Correct operation of the HDMI-CEC function cannot be guaranteed even when connecting the camcorder to compatible TV sets. If you cannot use the remote control of the TV, set [Control for HDMI - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 182
115) 6 Control button [?]: Displays a shooting tip for the current story scene 7 Memory operation (A 186) 8 Intelligent IS (A 48) 9 Remaining battery level; also remaining battery time when using an optional battery pack (A 186) A q Zoom (A 50) A a Recording mode (A 91) A s Recording standard (A 31 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 183
Cinema mode A h Recording program (A 95) A j Manual exposure (A 103) A k Manual focus (A 104) lA Face detection (A 99) qS recording time * On the memory card & In the built-in memory* ( Relay recording* (A 41) * &/% only. S j Frame rate (A 94) S k Fader (A 102) S l Microphone attenuator (A 173) D - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 184
Playing Movies (during playback) AVCHD movies: MP4 movies: D k Eye-Fi wireless communication (A 146) D l Scene number F q Playback control buttons (A 55) F a Data code (A 66, 174) F s Volume and background music balance controls (A 55, 84) F d File number (A 176) F f Volume controls (A 56) 184 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 185
Viewing Photos gF Control button [Edit]: Open the Edit panel (A 171) hF Current photo / Total number of photos F j Control button [h]: Photo jump (A 119) F k Control button [Ð]: Slideshow (A 122) F l Control button [f]: Return to the [ Photos] index screen (A 118) Additional Information 185 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 186
percentage of the full charge of the battery pack. • When the battery charge becomes low, will appear in yellow. When the battery pack is exhausted, will appear in red. Replace or charge the battery pack. Depending on the condition of the camcorder or battery, the actual battery charge may - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 187
" 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 20) Recording • Did you turn the - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 188
the end of its battery life. Buy a new battery pack. Recording Pressing Y 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 189
problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. Cannot create a new story. - A memory can contain a maximum of 98 user standard definition (&/% only) or MP4 movies. - The memory is full. Delete if the connection was interrupted while transferring the music files to a memory card. Delete - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 190
pack attached so the remaining battery charge 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 191
problem still persists, remove the battery pack and disconnect all other power sources from the camcorder. Then, reset all the camcorder the microphone attenuator (A 173) or adjust the audio recording level manually STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it. - The AV terminal - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 192
Perform wireless transfer in a place with good signal conditions. - 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 193
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. - Disconnect the USB cable - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 194
List of Messages for Connecting to an External Hard Drive (A 201) for external hard drive related messages. camcorder. In the event of a malfunction, recordings may be lost so back up your recordings regularly. &/% Built-in memory error - The built-in memory could not be read. Contact a Canon Service - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 195
is a problem with the built-in memory. Contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot communicate with the battery pack. Continue using this battery pack? - You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 196
a computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder (A 42). 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 197
computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder (A 42). Cannot save the canvas - Cannot save your [Pens and Stamps] drawings on the memory. Save your recordings (A 131) and initialize the memory (A 42). Change the battery pack - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 198
power source. Do not disconnect the USB cable unless you first use the computer to safely end the connection. - When the camcorder is in mode and is connected to the computer with the supplied USB cable, the camcorder cannot be operated. Disconnecting the USB cable or power source while this - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 199
prevent erasure. Change the position of the LOCK switch. No memory card - Insert a compatible memory card into the camcorder (A 39). - The memory card may not be inserted correctly. Insert the memory card all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks. &/% Not enough available space - Delete - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 200
card. Task in progress. Do not disconnect the 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 the scenes - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 201
the movies in the selected memory card is not supported. The movies can be 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 try to send the data again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 202
allow access. - 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 203
, 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 153). Unable to complete WPS - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 204
camcorder's MAC address in the wireless router's configuration screen. Wi-Fi cannot be used while the wireless microphone is attached - The camcorder's Wi-Fi functions cannot be used while the optional WM-V1 Wireless Microphone is connected to the camcorder. Disconnect the microphone from the MIC - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 205
to an external device such as a computer or digital video recorder (A 128) 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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 206
or the lens. • Be 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 207
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 208
memory card. • Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have a physical switch to prevent writing on the card so 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 209
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 210
expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in tem- perature. • Remove the memory card and battery pack. Then, place the camcorder in an 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 211
) Card reader/writer Computer External hard drive** * TV/HDTV Digital video recorder Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. 1 Stylus Pen* 8 IFC-300PCU/S* or IFC-400PCU USB 2 CA-110 Compact Power Adapter Cable 3 BP-709 Battery Pack* Aq HTC - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 212
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-718 or BP-727. When you use optional battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark, the camcorder will communicate - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 213
battery pack. Battery pack→ Charging conditions↓ BP-709 BP-718 BP-727 Using the camcorder 170 min. 310 min. 450 min. Using the CG-700 Battery Charger for SP recording mode. &/% Recording AVCHD movies using the built-in memory Battery pack BP-709 BP-718 Recording mode MXP FXP XP+ SP LP MXP - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 214
100 min. 105 min. 105 min. 105 min. Playback 255 min. 265 min. 275 min. 275 min. 280 min. Recording AVCHD movies using a memory card Battery Recording pack mode Recording (maximum) Recording (typical)* Playback MXP 50 min. 25 min. 75 min. FXP 50 min. 25 min. 75 min. BP-709 XP+ 50 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 215
you can save an entire memory onto the device. Check in advance the USB cable supplied with your external hard drive. A s 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 VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 216
] frame rate are converted and recorded on the memory as 60i. • Recording Media - &/% Built-in memory: & 32 GB, % 8 GB - SD, SDHC (SD High Capacity) or SDXC (SD eXtended Capacity) memory card (not included) • Maximum Recording Time & 32 GB built-in memory AVCHD movies: MXP mode: 2 hr. 55 min - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 217
ft.); 50 cm (1.6 ft.) with tele macro on at full telephoto; 1 cm (0.39 in.) at full wide angle • White Balance Auto white balance, Custom white balance or Preset white balance settings: Daylight, Tungsten • Minimum Illumination 0.4lx ([SCN: Low Light] recording program, Shutter speed at 1/2) 5 lx - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 218
64 dBV (with 600 Ω microphone) / 5 kΩ or more Wi-Fi (&/% only) • Standard: 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 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 219
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\MY_MUSIC\MUSIC_01.WAV - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 220
(recording program 96 Built-in backup battery 208 C Camera mode 31 Capturing photos/video snapshot scenes from a movie 114 Chroma key 77 Cinema mode 70 Cinema-look filters 70 Condensation 209 Connections to external devices 124 Copying recordings to a memory card 128 D Data code 66, 174 - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 221
LCD touch screen 24, 26 Low light (recording program) . . . . 96 M Main Functions panel 28, 168 Maintenance 209 Manual exposure 103 Manual focus 104 Manual mode 89 Markers 173 Memory card 37, 40, 207 Memory save 136 MIC terminal 112, 113 Microphone attenuator 173 N Night scene (recording - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 222
V Video snapshot 72 Volume 55 W White balance 107 Wide angle 49 Wi-Fi functions 149 Wind screen 173 Y YouTube 160 Z Zoom 49 Advanced zoom 49 Zoom speed 49, 172 * &/% only. 222 Additional Information - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 223
follow operating instructions; B) If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA's factory service centers or authorized service facilities; D) If - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 224
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. SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU).THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS EQUIPMENT OR THE - Canon VIXIA HF R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 225
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 R30 | VIXIA HF R30 / HF R32 / HF R300 Instruction Manual - Page 226
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