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    PUB. DIM-0934-000 HD Camcorder Instruction Manual English Caméscope HD Manuel d'instruction Français Videocámara HD Manual de Instrucciones Español
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    AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF S11 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of
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    wrong 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 with arrowhead servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. 3
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    Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF S11 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is manual. 18 Accessories - Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual
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    other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions in this manual. 23 Polarization - The CA mast and ELECTRIC GROUNDING CONDUCTORS supporting structure, grounding of the lead kind onto the product. 29 Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing
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    power sources including battery, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instructions. , please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same
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    new Canon battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. Date of Purchase: Purchased From: Dealer Address: Model Name: VIXIA HF S11 AVCHD" and the "AVCHD
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    Enjoying High-Definition Video with your Camcorder Preserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery or . 2 More than twice the number of scanning lines. "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning
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    and photos are recorded in the built-in memory or on commercially available SD/SDHC memory cards2 using AVCHD specifications3. Recording on flash memory means that there are no moving parts in the recorder unit of the camcorder. To you, it means a camcorder that is smaller, lighter and faster. In
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    memory card by inserting the memory card directly into AVCHD-compatible TV sets and HDD or DVD recorders that feature an SD/SDHC memory card slot4. For details, refer to the instruction manual is AVCHD-compatible. In such case, play back the recordings on the memory card using the camcorder. 5 AVCHD
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    8 Enjoying High-Definition Video with your Camcorder 15 About this Manual 17 Getting to Know the Camcorder 17 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 19 Names of Parts 22 Screen Displays „ Preparations 26 Getting Started 26 Charging the Battery Pack 28 Preparing the Wireless Controller and
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    Exposure Adjustment and Automatic Backlight Correction 69 Manual Focus Adjustment 70 Face Detection 71 White Balance 73 Image Effects 74 Digital Effects 75 On-Screen Displays and Data Code 76 Digital Tele-Converter 77 Audio Recording Level 78 Using Headphones 80 Using the Mini
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    Recording It 94 Basic Playback 94 Viewing Photos 95 Deleting Photos 97 Magnifying Photos during Playback 98 Additional Functions 98 Flash 100 Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing 101 Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording) 102 Light Metering
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    Menu 138 Setup Menus 151 Trouble? 151 Troubleshooting 156 List of Messages 167 Do's and Don'ts 167 Handling Precautions 172 Maintenance/Others 173 Using the Camcorder Abroad 174 General Information 174 Accessories 175 Optional Accessories 180 Product Codes 181 Specifications 185 Index 14 Š Table of
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    Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF S11. 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 ( 151). Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to
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    Operating modes: FUNC. [ Menu] FUNC. or [Self Timer] [On ] appears. mode: In record pause mode, press START/STOP . The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the screen. mode: Press PHOTO , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully. The
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    Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-807 Battery PackW XWL-D88 Wireless Controller (incl. CR2025 lithium button battery) STV-250N Stereo Video CableW Yellow • Red
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    are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM* and 'PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE' Installation Guide - ImageMixer 3 SE Utility Software Guide' and 'ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' on the PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM. * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the
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    (video snapshot) button ( 63)/ (print/share) button ( 110, 132) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 53, 75)/ BATT. INFO button ( 25) CUSTOM dial ( 81) CUSTOM button ( 81) Memory card slot cover Memory card slot ( 40) BATTERY RELEASE switch ( 27) ACCESS indicator ( 43, 91) Strap mount ( 29) Grip belt
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    26) Camera mode dial ( 32) AV OUT terminal ( 118, 120)/ (headphones) terminal ( 78) START/STOP button ( 43) Battery attachment unit ( 26) RESET button ( 154) Remote sensor ( 28) LCD screen ( 30) Joystick ( 34) FUNC. button ( 35, 135) / (play/pause) button ( 48)/ START/STOP button ( 43) (stop) button
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    number The serial number label is located on the top surface of the battery attachment unit. Remove the battery pack to find it. Wireless Controller WL-D88 Tripod socket ( 167) (frame advance) button ( 49) (fast forward) button ( 49) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 53, 75) Introduction Š 21
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    ) Remote sensor off ( 147) AGC (automatic gain) limit ( 141) Microphone attenuator ( 142) Pre-recording ( 66) Memory operation ( 25) Instant AF ( 140), MF Manual focus ( 69) Remaining battery time ( 25) While recording/during playback: Scene counter (hours : minutes : seconds) In record pause mode
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    mode ( 100) Photo quality/size ( 92) Self timer ( 67) Number of available photos On the memory card In the built-in memory Playing Movies (During Playback) Camcorder shake warning ( AF frame ( 140) Focus and exposure lock ( Flash ( 98) 141) 91) Data code ( 75, 144) Scene number Joystick
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    Viewing Photos Histogram ( 104) Current photo / Total number of photos Photo number ( 148) Protected photo mark ( 105) Date and time of recording Manual focus ( 69) File size Manual exposure ( 68) Photo size ( 92) Aperture value ( 60) Shutter speed ( 60) 24 Š Introduction
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    The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing program to enhance the effect. Number of available photos in red: There is no memory card in the camcorder. in green: 6 or more photos in yellow: 1 to 5 photos in
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    ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder. After a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will start flashing in red (battery pack charging). The red ON/ OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged. ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator 26 Š Preparations
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    the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 151). To remove the battery pack 1 Slide BATTERY RELEASE in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down. 2 Slide the battery pack down and then pull it out. BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder before connecting
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    that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller. 1 Press the tab in the direction of the
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    • If the wireless controller does not work, check that [Wireless Remote Control] is not set to [ Off ]. Otherwise, replace the battery. Accessories Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the START/STOP button
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    the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller from the front. 180° 180° 90° Subject can monitor the LCD screen NOTES • About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification
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    action to switch the LCD backlight between off (normal) and on (bright). • If [LCD Screen Dimmer] is set to [ On], pressing DISP. for more than 2 seconds will turn off the screen dimmer and return the LCD screen to its previous brightness setting. NOTES • The LCD backlight does not affect the
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    mode is determined by the position of the camera mode dial. Operating mode Camera mode dial Onscreen icon Operation Dual Shot Record video and take photos easily, letting the camcorder take care of all the settings - Great for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with detailed
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    optimal settings to match special recording conditions. Playback For playback, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of the camera mode movies (index screen) ( 48). Viewing photos (single photo view) ( 94). NOTES • When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for
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    joystick to operate the camcorder's menus. Push the joystick up, down, left or right ( , ) to select an item or change settings. Press the joystick itself ( ) to save the settings or confirm an action. On menu screens, this is indicated by the icon . If the joystick guide does not appear on
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    will be highlighted in orange. • With some settings you will need to make further selections and/or press . Follow the additional operation guides that will appear on the screen (such as the icon, small arrows, etc.). 4 Press FUNC. to save the settings and close the menu. You can press FUNC. to
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    ) the orange selection bar to the tabs at the top of the screen to select a different menu (step 3). 5 Select ( ) the any time. NOTES • A small font size is used in menu screens so you can see all options and current settings in one screen. You can enlarge the font size by setting [Font Size] to
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    , day, hour and minutes) in the same way. 3 Select ( ) [OK] and press setup screen. to start the clock and close the NOTES • When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be lost. In such
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    languages. Operating modes: FUNC. [ Menu] FUNC. [Language ] Desired language NOTES • The displays and that appear in some menu screens refer to the name of buttons on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected. Changing the Time Zone Change the time zone to
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    memory cards and SD memory cards with this camcorder. How- ever, depending on its Speed Class, you may not be able to record movies on the memory memory cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba and SanDisk. We recommend using memory cards with a Speed Class 4 or 6. Memory on the memory card used,
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    direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Be sure to insert the memory card as described in step 3. NOTES • To remove the memory card: Push the memory card once to release it. When the memory card springs out, pull it all the way out. Selecting the Memory for the Recordings You can select
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    Memory or Memory Card Initialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time. You can also initialize a memory card or the built-in memory be erased and the memory can be used without any problem. IMPORTANT • Initializing the memory will permanently erase all recordings
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    refer to the 'Music Transfer Utility Software Guide' (PDF file). • The Music Data CD-ROM includes also extra music tracks that were not pre-installed in the built-in memory. • Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter before initializing the memory. While the initialization is in progress
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    to or . 2 Turn on the camcorder. By default, movies are recorded in the built-in memory. You can set the memory card as the recording media for 2 Turn off the camcorder. 3 Close the LCD panel. IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do
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    shut off automatically to save power when it is powered by a battery pack and is left without any operation for 5 minutes. Press POWER to turn on the camcorder. • When recording in bright places, it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such cases, you can turn on the LCD backlight ( 30
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    hr. 5 min. 2 hr. 50 min. 4 hr. 45 min. 6 hr. 5 min. 32 GB Memory card 2 hr. 55 min. 4 hr. 10 min. 5 hr. 45 min. 9 hr. 35 min. 12 1,080 resolution. 2 At the time of purchase, the built-in memory contains about 170 MB of music files. 3 Movies can be recorded continuously for about 13 hours.
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    Zooming Operating modes: mode: In addition to the optical zoom, you can turn on the digital zoom with the [Digital Zoom] setting. 10x Optical Zoom Move the zoom lever toward W (wide angle) to zoom out. Move it toward T (telephoto) to zoom in. By default, the zoom lever operates at a variable
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    LCD panel is closed while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing or while a menu is being displayed. The camcorder may also not enter standby mode if the LCD panel is closed while the memory card slot cover is open or when the battery charge is too low. Check that the ON/OFF (CHG
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    2 Press . • Even if the camcorder is off, pressing will turn on the camcorder in playback mode. • The index screen appears after a few seconds. 3 Move the playback and return to the index screen. Adjusting the Volume 1 During playback, open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) the top row
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    this camcorder movies recorded on a memory card using another device. NOTES • Depending on the recording conditions, you may notice brief stops in video or sound playback between scenes. Special playback modes To enter the special playback modes, use the wireless controller or the joystick guide
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    Skipping scenes Camcorder: Open ( ) the joystick guide Select ( ) the bottom row Push the joystick ( ) You can also select the memory from which you want to play back your recordings. Original movies Photos In the built-in memory On the memory card Operating modes: 1 In the index screen, move ( ) the
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    can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card. • You can press VIDEO SNAP to open the index screen for video snapshot scenes ( 63). 2 Open the calendar screen. FUNC. [ Scene Search] [Calendar Screen] • The calendar screen appears. • Dates that contain scenes (that is
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    screen. • You can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card. • You can press VIDEO SNAP to open the index screen screen at any time. Selecting Only Scenes that Contain People's Faces If you recorded movies with the Face Detection function ( 70) activated, the camcorder
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    scene divided into segments every time the camcorder registered a change in the main subject of the scene. Operating modes: Movie Timeline 1 Open the original movies index screen. You can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card. 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to
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    or on the memory card. 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to view and press DISP. . • The [Timeline by Faces] screen appears. The large thumbnail shows the point at which a face was first detected. Below it, frames are taken from the scene every time the main subject detected by the camcorder changed
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    print orders or transfer orders. Operating modes: 1 Open the movie or photo index screen. • mode: Move the zoom lever toward W to display the index screen. • You can select the original movies or photos in the built-in memory or on the memory card. • You can press VIDEO SNAP to open the index
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    or photos in the index screen and press to select an selection of scenes/photos will be canceled if you turn off the camcorder or change the operating mode. • Scenes in the playlist cannot scenes allows you also to free up space on the memory. Operating modes: Options [All Scenes] Deletes all the
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    indicator is on or flashing (while scenes are being deleted). - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. NOTES • Deleting a scene from the original index screen also deletes that scene
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    sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program. Operating modes: Options ( Default value) [ Portrait] The camcorder uses a large aperture, to achieve a sharp focus on the subject while blurring the background. [ Sports] To record sports scenes such as
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    the more you zoom in (T). • [ Snow]/[ Beach]: The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. • [ Low Light]: - Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. - Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. - White points may appear on
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    quickly; use slower shutter speeds to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement. [ Aperture-Priority AE] Set the aperture value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed. Use low aperture values (larger lens opening) to softly blur the background in a portrait; use high
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    close the menu. Shutter speed guidelines Note that on screen only the denominator is displayed - [ 250] indicates Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If the screen starts to flicker, select [ Shutter-Priority AE shutter speed), the number displayed will flash if the aperture value or shutter
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    light to shoot video or take photos in dark places. Operating modes: 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [ Video Light] and press Video Light . • The mini video light pops-up and appears on the screen. • Press again to turn the mini video light off and gently press the pop-up mini
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    Video Light or VFL-2 Video Flash Light when you need a the optional video light, refer to the instruction manual of the accessory used. Video Snapshot Record a series of camcorder stops recording, the screen will momentarily turn black as if a camera shutter had released. • In the movie index screen
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    to playback pause mode. • When the camcorder finishes capturing, the screen will momentarily turn black as if a camera shutter had released. then written back to the camcorder. • Video snapshot scenes cannot be captured if there is not enough space available in the memory. • When you start
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    scenes will appear in the index screen. • You can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card. • To play back the ) [Yes] and press . IMPORTANT • Music files transferred to the camcorder with the supplied software Music Transfer Utility may not be used without permission
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    . For details, refer to the 'Music Transfer Utility Software Guide' (PDF file). • The Music Data CD-ROM includes also extra music tracks that were not pre-installed in the built-in memory. • Video snapshot is deactivated if the camcorder is switched to playback mode or if the camera mode dial
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    Operating modes: FUNC. [ Menu] FUNC. or [Self Timer] [On ] appears. mode: In record pause mode, press START/STOP . The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the screen. mode: Press PHOTO , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully. The
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    Manual Exposure Adjustment 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide . 2 Select ( ) [ Exposure] and press . Exposure • The current exposure is locked. • The exposure adjustment indicator and the neutral value "±0" appear on the screen press twice to return the camcorder to automatic exposure. NOTES •
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    with a strong light source behind them, you can have the camcorder automatically correct for the backlight. 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. BLC 2 Select ( ) [ BLC] and press . • appears. • Press again to turn off the backlight correction. Manual Focus Adjustment Autofocus may not work well on the
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    also select the main subject manually, so the camcorder optimizes the settings for the person selected. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than [ Light] or [ Fireworks]. Night Scene], [ Low 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [ Face Detection]. By default
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    activated at more than 40x zoom (dark blue area on the zoom bar). • When face detection is activated, the slowest shutter speed used by the camcorder is 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is set to [ PF24]). White Balance The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different
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    continue instead with the following procedure. To set the custom white balance 1 Point the camcorder at a white object, zoom in until it fills the whole screen and press . When the adjustment is completed, stops flashing and stays on. The camcorder retains the custom setting even if you turn off the
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    ] Records subjects with softened outlines. [ Soft Skin Detail] Softens the details in the skin tone area for a more complimentary appearance. To obtain the best effect, use this setting when recording a person in close-up. Note that areas similar to the skin color may lack in detail. [ Custom Effect
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    end a scene with a fade from or to a black screen. [ Black & White]* Records movies and photos in black and white. [ Sepia]* Records movies and photos in preview the digital effect on the screen. FUNC. Applying the Selected Digital Effect 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [ Digital
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    you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you deactivate the selected digital effect or -Screen Displays and Data Code You can turn most on-screen displays on or off. Operating modes: Repeatedly press DISP. to turn the on-screen
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    Using the digital tele-converter, you can digitally increase the focal length of the camcorder by a factor of approx. 1.7 and record the enlarged image at full HD resolution. Operating modes: 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [ Tele-converter] and press . appears and the center of the
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    yellow area) only occasionally. Manual audio level adjustment Audio level indicator Audio level adjustment bar 4 Hide ( ) the joystick guide. • The audio level selected will be locked and the audio level adjustment bar will turn white. • Press twice to return the camcorder
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    To display the audio level indicator Usually, the audio level indicator will be displayed only after activating the manual adjustment of the audio recording level. You can choose to display it also when the audio level is adjusted automatically. FUNC. [ Menu] FUNC. [Audio Level
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    not connect the headphones to the AV OUT/ terminal if the icon does not appear on the screen. The noise output in such case may be harmful to your hearing. NOTES • Use commercially AV output when you set the camcorder to a recording mode. • If [AV/Headphones] was set to [ Headphones] in mode, the
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    to expand its functionality. For details about optional accessories available for use with your camcorder, refer to Accessories ( 174). For details about how to attach and use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of the accessory used. 1 Retract the mini advanced shoe Example
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    appears. For details about using the microphone, refer to the instruction manual of the DM-100. Using other microphones You can also use levels may vary. NOTES • When an external microphone is connected to the camcorder, [Wind Screen] will automatically be set to [ Off ]. • If the audio level is
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    camcorder is mounted on a tripod and you want to ensure maximum stability of a shot. Operating modes: Attach the optional RA-V1 Remote Control Adapter to the mini advanced shoe. Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe ( 80). appears. For details about using the adapter, refer to the instruction manual
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    button), and the peaking options of the assist functions** (PEAKING button). * The Push AF function allows you to switch to autofocus temporarily during manual focus. ** To toggle between the peaking options and zebra pattern, set or [Assist Functions] to [ Zebra (100%)] or [ Zebra (70%)] in advance
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    scenes (original scenes only) in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest. Operating modes: 1 Open the original movies index screen. You can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card. 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to divide. 3 Press FUNC
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    Tools CD-ROM and were then written back to the camcorder. • Scenes cannot be divided within 1 second from the Screen ( 55). 1 Open the original movies index screen. • You can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card. • You can press VIDEO SNAP to open the index screen
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    ] will be displayed. • Scenes are added to the playlist on the same memory they are recorded on. • Press PLAYLIST on the camcorder or on the wireless controller to switch between the original movies index screen and the playlist. Original movies Playlist NOTES • Deleting or moving scenes in the
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    selection frame. 1 Open the playlist index screen. • Open the original movies index screen and press PLAYLIST . • Before pressing PLAYLIST , you can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card to open the playlist of the respective memory. • You can press VIDEO SNAP to
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    PLAYLIST , you can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card to open the playlist of the respective memory. • You can press VIDEO SNAP to display only video snapshot scenes in the playlist index screen. 2 Open the list of background music tracks. FUNC. [ Select Music
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    the tab under the icon. • You can press VIDEO SNAP to open the index screen for video snapshot scenes ( 63). 2 Select ( , ) the scene you want to copy to the memory card, or a scene recorded on the date you want to copy. This step is not necessary to copy all scenes or previously
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    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 the memory card slot cover is open, or
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    • 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 power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder's operating mode. Photos Š 91
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    , turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually ( 69). • When the subject is too bright, [Overexp.] will flash on the screen. In such case, use the in the following table. Approximate number of photos available on a memory card  Default value Memory card 128 MB 512 MB 1 GB Photo quality1 → 
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    vary depending on the subject and shooting conditions. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you set the cam Review Time] is set to [ Off]). Operating modes: While reviewing the photo immediately after recording: 1 Press . If the joystick guide wasn't displayed while reviewing
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    to or will open the movie index screen. 1 Open the photo index screen. • You can select the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory card. • You can change the To get to the index screen from single photo view 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) the icon and press . 94 Š Photos
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    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
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    the photos selected in advance (marked with a checkmark). Refer to Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen ( 55). 1 Open the photo index screen. You can select the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory card. 2 Select ( , ) the photo you want to delete. This step is not necessary to
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    Magnifying Photos during Playback In single photo view, photos can be magnified up to 5 times. will appear for photos that cannot be enlarged. Operating modes: 1 Move the zoom lever toward T. • The photo is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. • To
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    the red-eye effect. (flash on) The flash always fires. (flash off) The flash does not fire. 1 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 2 Select ( ) [ Flash] and press . Flash • Press repeatedly to cycle between the flash modes. • The icon of the selected flash mode appears. disappears after 4 seconds
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    flash light ( ON). For details about using the video flash light, refer to the instruction manual of the VFL-2. NOTES • The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When you manually to enable the camcorder to focus more accurately . • The range of the flash decreases in continuous shooting mode.
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    3 levels of exposure in order to choose later the photo you like the best. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than [ high speed (approx. 5 photos/second). [ Auto Exposure Bracketing] The camcorder records 3 photos using 3 different exposures (dark, normal, light in
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    flash is used, continuous shooting speed will decrease to approx. 2.1 photos/second. Continuous shooting speed will decrease also when using slow shutter speeds (1/30 or slower). Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording) You can record photos even while the camcorder memory
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    pressed. Light Metering Mode The camcorder measures the light reflected from the backlit scenes. The camcorder divides the picture Averages the light metered from the entire screen, giving more weight to the subject match the subject in the center of the screen. FUNC. [ Evaluative] Desired option FUNC
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    Select [Off] to play back slideshow without background music. 4 Back in the index screen, select ( , ) the first photo of the slideshow. 5 Press / to Utility Software Guide' (PDF file). • The background music may not be played back correctly when playing back a slideshow from a memory card with
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    FUNC. [ Rotate] [ Rotate] appears on the screen. 2 Select ( ) the photo you want to rotate. 3 Press to rotate the photo. 4 Repeat steps 2-3 to change the orientation of additional photos or press FUNC. twice
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    with a lot of fast movement may be blurred. • Photos will be recorded on the memory selected for recording photos. • [ Photo Sequence]: - Up to 100 photos can be In single photo view, open the photo selection screen. FUNC. [ Protect] [ Protect] appears on the screen. 2 Select ( ) the photo you want
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    with a checkmark). Refer to Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen ( 55). [Remove All] Removes the protection from all photos. 1 Open the photo index screen. You can select the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory card. 2 Select ( , ) the photo you want to protect. This step
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    all the photos selected in advance (marked with a checkmark). Refer to Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index Screen ( 55). 1 Open the index screen of the photos recorded in the built-in memory. Move the zoom lever toward W and then select the tab under the icon. 2 Select ( , ) the photo you
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    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 67) • Manual exposure adjustment and automatic backlight correction ( 68) • Manual focus adjustment (
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    print order ( 115). Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo. Operating modes: Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer 1 Set the camcorder to mode, single photo view. You can select the photos in the built-in memory or on the
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    Refer also to the printer's instruction manual. • If you have no intention to use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner, you can set or [USB Connection Type] to [ Computer/ Printer] so the device type selection screen does not appear every time you connect the camcorder to a printer. • Connection to
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    (Print effect) Available only with printers compatible with the Image Optimize function. Select [On], [Off] or [Default]. Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can also select [Vivid], [NR] and [Vivid+NR]. [ ] (Number of model. For details, refer to the printer's instruction manual. Photos Š 111
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    Paper Size] setting. [ Paper Size]→ [CreditCard] [9 x 13 cm] [10 x 14.8 cm] [A4] Canon printer ↓ PIXMA / SELPHY DS - - 2, 4, 9 or 161 4 SELPHY CP/ES 2, 4 or 82 ( ) the photo you wish to print. 2 Open ( ) the joystick guide. 3 Select ( ) the icon and press . The print settings menu appears.
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    printing, an error message (for example, [No paper]) will appear on the camcorder's screen. Solve the problem referring to the error message list ( 164) and to the printer's instruction manual. • Canon's PictBridge-compatible printers: If printing does not resume auto- matically after you solved
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    in Printing after Changing the Print Settings ( 112). NOTES • The trimming settings are canceled in the following cases: - When you turn off the camcorder. - When you disconnect the USB cable. - When you expand the trimming frame beyond its maximum size. - When you change the [Paper Size] setting
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    CHECK • Set the print orders before connecting the supplied USB cable to the camcorder. Marking Single Photos with Print Orders 1 In single photo view, open the photo selection screen. FUNC. [ Print Orders] appears on the screen. 2 Select ( ) the photo you want to mark with a print order. 3 Press to
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    Screen ( 55). [Remove All] Removes all the print orders. 1 Open the photo index screen. You can select the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory with Print Orders 1 Connect the camcorder to the printer using the supplied USB cable. Refer to Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer ( 109).
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    NOTES • Canceling a print job: Refer to page 113. • Restarting printing: Open the print menu as explained in step 2. In the print settings menu, select [Print]* or [Resume] and press . The remaining photos will be printed. Printing cannot be restarted when the print order settings have been changed
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    the rear terminal cover. Sound from the built-in speaker will be muted while the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder. Adjust the volume on the connected TV. * When connecting a cable to the camcorder, make sure to align the triangle marks on the cable's connector and on the
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    HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) connection ( 1 ) is a convenient all-digital connection using a single cable for both video and audio. When you connect the camcorder to an HDTV equipped with an HDMI terminal, you can enjoy video and audio playback at the highest quality. - The HDMI OUT
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    only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) or a standard TV with component video input terminals. Change the following settings on the camcorder: - [Component Output] according to the TV set (standard or high definition) - [AV/Headphones] to [ AV] CTC-100/S Component Cable (supplied) Red
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    to print out photos. USB Cable (supplied) NOTES • To be able to write back scenes and to transfer music files from the computer to the camcorder, power the camcorder using the compact power adapter and only then connect it to the computer using the supplied USB cable. External Connections Š 121
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    TV. 3 Turn on the connected TV. On the TV, select as the video input the same terminal to which you connected the camcorder. Refer to the instruction manual of the connected TV. 4 Turn on the camcorder and set it to or mode. Play back the movies or photos. NOTES • We recommend powering the
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    ImageMixer 3 SE' Installation Guide. Saving your Recordings without a Computer The following options are also available: • Use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner to create high-definition (AVCHD) discs of your movies* and Photo DVDs of your photos ( 124). • Connect the camcorder to an external recording
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    (AVCHD specifications). This way, you can save your video recordings in the highest video quality available. You can also create Photo DVDs from your photos that you can play back with most standard DVD players. Refer to this section along with the relevant sections in the instruction manual of
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    1 Turn on the DVD Burner. DW-100 Refer to Creating DVDs. 2 Connect the camcorder to the DVD Burner using the supplied USB cable. • Connection 4 . Refer to close the disc tray. • After the disc is recognized, an information screen will display the type of DVD you are creating and the estimated time
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    IMPORTANT • AVCHD discs containing camcorder is connected to the DVD Burner, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator on the camcorder is on or flashing to be completed. For best performance, we recommend
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    use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner and the camcorder also to play back high-definition (AVCHD) discs on a TV. This is very convenient, to Connection Diagrams ( 121) and DW-100 Connections. • If the device type selection screen appears, select [DVD Burner] and press . 5 Insert the disc you want to
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    will be displayed in an index screen. 6 Select ( , ) the scene you want to play back and press to begin the playback. IMPORTANT • While the camcorder is connected to the DVD Burner, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. NOTES • Only AVCHD discs created with the DW
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    to copy appears; stop recording when it ends. 6 Camcorder: Stop playback. NOTES • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • To make high-definition copies of your recordings, see the instruction manual for the digital video device. Transferring Photos to a Computer
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    guide (separate leaflet included with the CD-ROM). 2 Set the camcorder to mode, in single photo view. Select the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory type selection screen appears, select [Computer/Printer] and press . • The direct transfer menu appears on the camcorder screen and the
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    camcorder using the compact power adapter. • Refer also to the computer's instruction manual. • Users of Windows Vista, Windows XP and Mac OS X: Your camcorder ] so the selection screen does not appear every time you connect the camcorder to a computer. • When the memory contains 2,500 photos
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    Photos with Transfer Orders] Transfers photos marked with transfer orders. Manual Transfer Options You can select the photo(s) to transfer. [ transfer options Select ( ) a transfer option and press . • The camcorder returns to the transfer menu once the transfer is completed. • To cancel
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    step to select other photos to transfer. • The button will flash while the photos are being transferred. 3 Press FUNC. to return to the transfer menu. NOTES • When the camcorder is connected to the computer and the photo selection screen is displayed, press FUNC. to return to the transfer menu
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    Screen ( 55). [Remove All] Removes all the transfer orders. 1 Open the photo index screen. You can select the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory Yes] [OK] Transferring photos marked with transfer orders Connect the camcorder to the computer and select [ Transfer Orders] in the transfer
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    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select
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    mode Simultaneous recording Photo size/quality Setting options [ Digital Effect Off], [ Fade Trigger], [ Wipe], [ Black & White], [ Sepia], [ Art] [ Digital Effect Off], [ Black & White], [ Sepia] [ Single], [ Continuous Shooting], [ Hi-Speed Continuous Shooting], [ Auto Exposure Bracketing] [ High
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    available in both; - - not available in either. (photo playback): - available only in single photo view; - available only in the photo index screen; z - available in both; - - not available in either. Menu item [Select Music] [Select] [Copy ( )] [Add to Playlist] [Divide] [Move] [Protect] [Print
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    (this date)], [This Scene], [Selected Scenes] [All Scenes], [This Scene] [No], [Yes] [All Photos], [This Photo], [Selected Photos] [Calendar Screen], [Date Selection] [Scenes with Faces] -- 133 -- -- 103 - 56 - 87 -- 95 -- - 51 -- Setup Menus / Camera Setup 1 Menu item [Rec Media
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    Displays a standard SMPTE color bar pattern. [Color Bars & Tone]: In addition to the color bar pattern, a 1 kHZ, -12 dB test tone is output. • Connect the camcorder to the TV or monitor and display the color bars (if desired, along with the test tone). Check the colors and audio recording levels on
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    [ Normal AF]. [Focus Priority]: When the focus priority is activated, the camcorder records a photo only after the focus has been adjusted automatically. You can also Center Frame]: A single focusing frame appears in the center of the screen and the focus is automatically fixed on it. [ Off]: No AF
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    trailing afterimage appears, set the slow shutter to [ Off]. • If (camcorder shake warning) appears, we recommend stabilizing the camcorder, for example, by mounting it on a tripod. [Wind Screen]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors. • Some low
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    [ [Peaking Color] [ [Onscreen Markers] [ [ [ [Audio Level [ Indicator] [Photo Review Time] [ [ Setting options On ], [ Off] On], [ Off] Off], [ Zebra screen is magnified to help you focus manually ( 69). • When face detection is activated, instead of the center of the picture, the camcorder
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    peaking function, the picture will be shown in black and white to create an even greater contrast. or a horizontal line at the center of the screen. Use the markers as a reference to make sure [Photo Review Time]: Selects the time to display a photo after it has been recorded. • The review time can
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    . [USB Connection Type]: Select the connection protocol to use when connecting the camcorder to an external device using the supplied USB cable. [ DVD Burner]: To Connect and Set]: To make the selection from a screen that appears at the time of the connection to the external device. 144 Š
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    Onscreen Displays] • When set to [ On], the camcorder's on-screen displays will appear also on the screen of a TV or monitor connected to the camcorder. [LCD Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. • Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect the bright- ness of your
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    the playback image on a TV. • When the screen dimmer is set to [ Off], the LCD screen will return to the brightness level that was in use before the screen was dimmed. [Component Output]: You can select the video specifications to use when connecting the camcorder to a high-definition TV using the
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    controller. [Notification Sounds]: A beep will accompany some operations like turning on the camcorder, the self-timer countdown, etc. [Power Saving Mode]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for
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    . 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 101-0101 every time you insert a new memory card. [ Continuous]: Photo numbers will continue from the number following that of
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    the name and location of the file on the memory card. For example, the file name of a photo numbered 1010107 is "IMG_0107.JPG", stored under the folder "DCIM\101CANON". [Firmware]: You can verify the current version of the camcorder's firmware. This menu option is usually unavailable. Language and
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    the week starts for the calendar display ( 51). Information Screens Menu item [Memory Info] - [Memory Card Info] - [Battery Info] - [HDMI Status] - Setting options zzzz - zzzz - zzzz - zzzz - [Memory Info]/[Memory Card Info]: Displays a screen where you can verify how much of the built
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    " 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? ( 26) Recording • Did you turn the
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    for a short while, it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. The battery pack is exhausted extremely quickly even at normal temperatures. - The battery may have reached the end of its battery life. Buy a new battery pack. Recording Pressing START/STOP will not
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    if the display does not change back to normal. - The memory card is full. Replace the memory card or delete some recordings ( 56, 95) to free some space on the memory card. flashes in red on the screen. - The camcorder has malfunctioned. Consult a Canon Service Center. Additional Information Š 153
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    scene is being recorded on the memory. This is not a malfunction. The red ON/OFF (CHG) indicator flashes rapidly ( one flash at 0.5-second intervals). - Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Con- sult a Canon Service Center. The red ON/OFF (CHG
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    Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it. - The AV terminal is set to headphone output. Set [AV/Headphones] to [AV]. Memory Card and Accessories Cannot insert the memory card. - The memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the memory card over and insert it
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    type of TV. Refer to the instruction manual of the connected TV. The computer doesn't recognize the camcorder even though the camcorder is connected correctly. - or [ Access error - There was an error when reading the memory or attempting to write onto it. - This message can also appear if condensation has
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    . - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack. Consult a Canon Service Center. Cannot copy - The total size of the scenes you selected to copy exceeds the available space on the memory card. Delete some
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    on a 64 MB or smaller memory card. Cannot record movies on this memory card Initialize only using the camcorder - The memory card in the camcorder was initialized using a computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder ( 41). Change the battery pack - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or
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    the supplied USB cable. In addition, scenes cannot be written back and music files cannot be transferred to the camcorder. To avoid corrupting the data in the camcorder's memory, use the computer's Safely Remove Hardware function to end the connection and disconnect the USB cable before using the
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    and delete all the photos on the memory card ( 95) or initialize it ( 41). Initialize only using the camcorder - There is a problem with the file system that prevents accessing the selected memory. Initialize the memory with this camcorder ( 41). LCD Screen has been dimmed - Hold DISP. pressed for
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    in the camcorder. No photos - There are no photos to play back. No scenes - There are no scenes in the memory selected. - After selecting [Scene Search] [Scenes with Faces]: No scenes contain people's faces or no scenes were recorded using the face detection function. Not available in Dual Shot
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    - The camcorder is updating the memory. Do not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove the battery pack. The camcorder is set camcorder off, then on again. - The lens cover did not open fully. Turn the camcorder off, then on again. If this does not solve the problem, consult a Canon Service
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    card slot cover is open. Close the cover after correctly inserting the memory card. Connect the compact power adapter - The camcorder is being powered by the battery pack. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. Disc access failure. Check the disc. - There was an error when reading
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    the button, check the print settings. - You attempted to print from a memory card that contains a large number of photos. Reduce the number of photos. of the camcorder conflict with the printer's settings. Ink absorber full - Select [Continue] to resume printing. Consult a Canon Service Center
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    problem with another camcorder, have Canon PIXMA printers: the printer's green power lamp and orange error lamp flash alternately.) - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. Unplug the printer's power cord from the power outlet and contact the appropriate customer support center or service
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    printer's error indicator flashes or an error message appears on the printer's operation panel, refer to the printer's instruction manual. • If you cannot solve the problem even after consulting this list and the printer's instruction manual, contact the closest Canon Service Center (refer to the
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    create more free space on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful camcorder. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualified service personnel. • Handle the camcorder with care. Do not subject the camcorder
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    not drop it or subject it to shocks. • Do not get it wet. • Dirty terminals 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
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    the Intelligent System mark. • If you attach to the camcorder battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs, will appear and the remaining battery time will not be displayed. Memory Card • We recommend backing up the recordings on the memory card onto your computer. Data may be corrupted or
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    as to avoid the accidental erasure of the card's content. To write-protect the memory card set the switch to the LOCK position. LOCK switch Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings. The built-in lithium
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    battery included contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for details. Disposal When you delete movies or initialize the memory giving the camcorder or memory card to another person, initialize the built-in memory or memory card using
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    using a clean, soft lens-cleaning 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
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    use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen You can only play back your recordings on
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    ) AVCHD discs/ Photo DVDs Card reader/writer PictBridgecompatible printers Computer TV/HDTV VCR/DVD recorder Optional accessories not listed below, are described in more detail in the following pages. SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap IFC-400PCU USB Cable WS-30 Wrist Strap SD/SDHC memory card
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    You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable
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    conditions and initial charge of the battery pack. Battery pack→ Charging conditions↓ Using the camcorder Using the CG-800 Battery Charger BP-807 BP-808 battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using the brighter screen settings, etc. Using the built-in memory Battery
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    memory card Battery -converter This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5. • The image stabilizer is attached, a shadow may appear in the pic- ture when you use the flash. WD-H58 Wide-converter This Wide-converter lens decreases focal length by a
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    Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. DM-100 Directional Stereo in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder's mini advanced shoe for cable-free operation. VFL-2 Video Flash Light This video flash light allows you to record photos and
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    the camcorder to an external device using an all-digital connection, allowing you to enjoy playback at the highest quality. This cable sends both video and audio signals. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or
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    (D82-0590-002) 9370A001AA Optional Accessories BP-808 Battery Pack BP-809 Battery Pack BP-819 Battery Pack BP-827 Battery Pack CG-800 Battery Charger TL-H58 Tele-converter WD Case 2740B002AA 2588B003AA (silver), 2588B004AA (black) 2589B002AA 3185B002AA 2590B002AA 3573B001AA 3572B001AA 2592A002AA
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    VIXIA HF S11 System • Recording System Movies: AVCHD Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch Photos: DCF (Design rule for camera system), compatible with Exif* Ver. 2.2 and with DPOF Image compression: JPEG (Super Fine, Fine, Normal) * This camcorder supports
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    / Terminal ∅ 3.5 mm minijack; output only (dual purpose terminal also for headphones stereo output) Video: Power/Others • Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) • (2.8 x 2.7 x 5.4 in.) • Weight (camcorder body only): 450 g (15.9 oz.) 182 Š Additional
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    DC • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Battery capacity: 890 mAh • Dimensions: 30.7 x 35.2 x 40.2 mm (1.2 x 1.4 x 1.6 in.) • Weight: 49 g (1.7 oz) Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of June 2009. Subject
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    About the music files 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 extension: WAV The music data is saved in the memory under the following folder structure. In
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    , using the camcorder . . . 118, 120 AVCHD specifications 8 B Backlight correction 69 Battery pack Battery information . . 84 Drive mode 100 Dual Shot 32 DVD authoring Flash 98 Flexible recording 32 Focus Assist functions 142 Focus priority 140 Manual 69 Frame rate 62, 138 Full screen
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    (built-in memory/memory card) . .41 J Joystick 34 Joystick guide 34 L Language 38 LCD screen 30 LCD screen dimmer 145 Light metering mode 102 Low Light (recording program) . . . .59 M Magnifying photos 97 Maintenance 172 Manual exposure adjustment . . . . .68 Markers 143 Memory card 39
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    . . . 59 Sunset (recording program 58 T Telephoto 46 Timeline 53 Transfer order 133 Transferring to a computer Movies 123 Photos 129 Tripod 167 Troubleshooting 151 Tv (recording program 60 U USB terminal 118, 121 V Video snapshot 63 Volume 48, 79, 146 W White balance 71 Wide angle 46
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    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
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    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
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    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
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    xico, D.F., México CANON U.S.A., INC. NEW JERSEY OFFICE 100 Jamesburg Road, Jamesburg, NJ 08831 USA CENTRO Y CANON LATIN AMERICA, INC. Guide). Pour le support technique concernant les logiciels PIXELA fournis, veuillez appeler le service clientèle de PIXELA (les details se trouvent dans le Guide
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