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    PUB.DIE-0528-000B 4K Camcorder Instruction Manual
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    HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. • 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
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    Canon VIXIA HF G50 4K Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of situations. The following are just some of the many functions featured in the camcorder. 4K for shooting in tight places, for example. Manual controls at your fingertips The focus/zoom
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    minutes) of the remaining recording time. • Compatibility with the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver to geotag your recordings (A 78). • Compatibility with the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller (A 77) when you need a professional level of
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    3 Recording 32 Recording Clips and Photos 32 Basic Recording 32 Reviewing the Latest Clip Recorded 34 Video Configuration: Resolution, Bit Rate Controls 52 Using an Optional Remote Controller 52 Soft Zoom Control 53 Digital Tele-Converter 53 Focus Adjustment 54 Manual Focus 54 Autofocus 57
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    Displays 76 Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote Controller 77 Using the GP-E2 GPS Troubleshooting 109 List of Messages 113 Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 115 Camcorder 116 Battery Pack 117 SD Card 117 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery 118 Disposal 118 Maintenance/Others 119 Cleaning
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    you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G50. 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 109). 7 Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to
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    About this Manual These icons indicate the camcorder's operating mode and whether a function is available in that mode. : Indicates whether the : Indicates the camera mode. For camcorder is
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    Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) Ferrite core Supplied Accessories 9 BP-820 Battery Pack Lens hood with lens barrier Lens cap Quick Guide
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    Names of Parts Left side view 10 2 3 1 4 5 67 8 9 10 1 Lens barrier switch (A 32) 2 SD card slot 2 (A 28) 3 SD card slot 3 (A 28) 4 u (review recording) button (A 34)/ Assignable button 5 (A 81) 5 Lens hood (A 17) 6 Focus/Zoom ring (A 50, 54) 7 CUSTOM (customizable) dial (A 80) 8 CUSTOM
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    view 7 1 8 5 6 Names of Parts 11 2 3 4 1 Built-in speaker (A 87) 2 MIC terminal (A 66) 3 HDMI OUT terminal (A 92, 92) 4 REMOTE terminal (A 77) For connecting commercially available remote controllers. 5 × (headphones) terminal (A 73) 6 USB terminal (A 78) 7 DC IN terminal (A 14) 8 Grip belt
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    Names of Parts Front view 12 1 Back view 6 4 5 7 8 9 2 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 Instant AF sensor (A 57, 119) 2 AF/MF button (A 54)/ Assignable button 1 (A 81) 3 PRE REC (pre-recording) button (A 75)/ Assignable button 2 (A 81) 4 LCD touch screen (A 18) 5 Focus/Zoom ring switch (A 50, 54) 6
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    Top view 1 2 Bottom view 3 4 5 6 7 8 Names of Parts 13 9 10 11 12 1 Power switch (A 21) 2 POWER / CHG (battery charging) indicator (A 14) 3 Built-in stereo microphone (A 66) 4 Accessory shoe 5 Camera mode switch (A 22) 6 Grip zoom rocker (A 51) 7 ACCESS indicator (A 32) 8 Mini advanced shoe (A
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    2Attaching the FPerrritee pCoarerations Preparations Attaching the Ferrite Core Attach the enclosed ferrite core before you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder. Attaching the ferrite core to the compact power adapter cable is necessary to suppress RF 14 interference. Attach the
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    red (battery pack charging). The red POWER/CHG indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes, refer to Troubleshooting (A 111). 15 To remove the battery pack 1 Slide the BATTERY RELEASE switch in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down
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    to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need. • For handling precautions regarding the battery pack, refer to Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions (A 115). • For charging times and approximate usage times, refer to Reference Tables (A 127). Checking the Remaining Battery Charge
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    Preparing the Camcorder Preparing the Camcorder This section covers the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the lens hood, adjusting the grip belt and adjusting the viewfinder and LCD screen. IMPORTANT • Be careful not to drop the camcorder when attaching, removing or adjusting
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    showing a mirror image of the subject. • For details about how to take care of the LCD screen, refer to Handling Precautions (A 116), Cleaning (A 119). • About the LCD and viewfinder screens: The screens are produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of
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    outer edge of the eye cup toward the camcorder body. • For details about how to take care of the viewfinder, refer to Handling Precautions (A 116), Cleaning (A 119). Grip Belt and Straps Fasten the grip belt. • Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the grip zoom rocker with your index
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    Preparing the Camcorder Attaching an optional wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt, adjust the length and fasten. • You can use both for extra convenience and protection. 20 Attaching an optional shoulder strap Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap
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    Basic Operation of the Camcorder Basic Operation of the Camcorder Turning the Camcorder On and Off You can choose to turn the camcorder on in CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings or MEDIA ( ) mode for playing back recordings. Select the mode using the power switch. 21 To turn on the camcorder
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    /SET button When making a menu selection, push the joystick to move the orange selection frame in the menu. Then, press the joystick itself (in the manual, "press SET") to select the menu item indicated by the orange selection frame. MENU button Press the button to open the setup menus and then
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    First Time Settings First Time Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. The [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set. 23 Operating modes: 1 Use the power switch to turn on the
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    First Time Settings Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 27 languages. Refer to Setup Menus (A 25) for details on how to navigate the menu for this procedure. 24 Operating modes: 1 Open the [Language ] screen. > [B ! System Setup] > [
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    pages. • For main procedures, the page number may be given in the manual (!, in the example). If you know the page number, you can touch depending on whether the camcorder is in mode or mode. Throughout the manual, procedures for functions that can be used in both modes give the page
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    in the menu page displayed, push the joystick (Þ) to scroll through other menu pages. • For main procedures, the page number may be given in the manual (!, in the example), making it easier to find the desired menu page. 4 Push the joystick (Ý) to select the desired setting option and then press SET
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    on the selected function, other buttons, adjustment dials, and other controls may appear on the screen. These are explained in the respective section of the manual.
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    and you can use two SD cards (in the manual, "SD card A" and "SD card B") to record cards tested for use with this camcorder, visit your local Canon website. SD card type: . / 0 SD cards guaranteed data transfer rate of SD cards. To record 4K clips with a resolution of 3840x2160 (A 35) or
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    Inserting and Removing an SD Card 1 Turn off the camcorder (ቢ). • Make sure the POWER/CHG indicator is off. 2 Open the SD card compartment cover (ባ). 3 Insert the SD card straight, with the label facing the front of the camcorder, all the way into one of the SD card slots (ቤ). • You can also use two
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    Using SD Cards Initializing an SD Card Initialize SD cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time. You can also initialize a card to permanently delete all the recordings it contains. Operating modes: 1 Select [Initialize] for the desired SD card. 30 > [3 " Recording Setup] > [
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    Using SD Cards 2 Select [4 Dual Recording] or [ Relay Recording] (or [ Relay Recording]) and then select [X]. • When dual recording is activated, the status of both SD cards will appear at the top right of the screen. • Select [Standard Recording] to not use either function. NOTES 31 • Relay
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    operates correctly. Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 109). * "Clip" refers to a single movie unit will automatically adjust various settings for you. In mode, you can manually adjust the focus, exposure and many other settings according to your needs
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    (A 94), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or the recording operation of a compatible external recorder connected to the HDMI OUT terminal. (When [Rec Command] is set to recording function (A 30). - The video (stream) file in the clip will be split
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    Recording Clips and Photos Reviewing the Latest Clip Recorded You can review the last 4 seconds of the last clip recorded with the camcorder without switching to mode. While reviewing the clip, there will be no sound from the built-in speaker. 1 Record a clip. 2 After you finish recording a clip,
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    Video Configuration: Resolution, Bit Rate and Frame Rate Video Configuration: Resolution, Bit Rate and Frame Rate With the following procedures you can set the video configuration used for recording clips. Select the combination of resolution/bit rate and frame rate settings that best matches your
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    will deactivate slow & fast motion recording. • While slow & fast motion recording is activated, the recording command signal will not be output from the HDMI OUT terminal. • About the time code when slow & fast motion recording is activated: - The time code mode can be set to [ Regen.], or
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    you varying degrees of control over the camcorder's settings. Select the shooting mode most appropriate to your needs or creative vision and adjust manually those settings you wish to control, letting the camcorder take care of the rest. Operating modes: 37 1 Select the shooting mode button
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    Shooting Modes Special Scene Modes Using a Special Scene mode can be an easy and convenient alternative to adjusting detailed exposure settings. [HPortrait] The camcorder uses a large aperture, to achieve a sharp focus on the subject while blurring the background. 38 [ûSports] To record sports
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    other modes. - White points may appear on the screen. - Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [R Low Light]/[T Fireworks]: To avoid camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we recommend using a tripod.
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    over shooting settings as you can set the aperture, shutter speed and gain to get the exposure that you want. 1 Set the shooting mode to [n Manual Exposure] (A 37). • The aperture value, shutter speed and gain value will appear at the left of the screen. 2 Set the aperture, shutter speed and gain
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    available in mode. Set the shooting mode to [' Programmed AE]. Shutter Priority AE (,) With this shooting mode you set the shutter speed manually, for example, to capture fast-moving subjects in sharp focus or to obtain a brighter image in low-light situations. The camcorder will automatically
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    the desired aperture value. 42 • You can also adjust the aperture value using the CUSTOM dial (A 80). • For available aperture values, see the manual exposure table (A 40) 4 Select [X]. NOTES • When the shooting mode is set to , or ", depending on the brightness of the subject, the camcorder
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    Exposure Adjustment Exposure Lock (AE Lock) You can lock the current exposure settings and use them even when you reframe the picture. This function can only be used when the shooting mode is set to ', ,, " or one of the Special Scene modes, except for [T Fireworks]. 1 Open the exposure screen.
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    ND filter option [k Automatic] [j Off] Shooting mode ", n ', , ", n ', , Description When the aperture value is F4.0, you can select the ND filter setting manually. The camcorder will use the ND filter automatically for automatic exposure. The ND filter will not be used. The camcorder will not use
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    Exposure Adjustment Backlight Correction When you need to record a scene with constant backlight conditions, you can use backlight correction to make the picture, especially the darker areas, brighter. This function cannot be used when the shooting mode is set to [T Fireworks]. 1 Select [ BLC
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    Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit When recording in dark surroundings, the camcorder will automatically increase the gain to try to get a brighter picture. By setting a maximum gain value, you can limit the amount of noise in the picture and keep a darker look.
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    White Balance White Balance The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture and produce accurate colors under different lighting conditions. This function can only be used when the shooting mode is set to ', ,, " or n. Operating modes: 47 1 Select [ White Balance]. [
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    White Balance NOTES • When you select a custom white balance: - Do not adjust the zoom to the digital zoom range (light blue area of the zoom bar). - Reset the white balance when you change locations or the lighting or other conditions change. - Depending on the light source, Å may keep flashing.
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    Using Looks Using Looks You have the option of adding a "look" to your recordings. A look is a combination of various picture settings, such as color depth and sharpness, that can enhance the recording's visual quality. This function can only be used when the shooting mode is set to ', ,, " or n.
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    /zoom ring, the zoom rocker on the camcorder or the zoom controls on the touch screen. You can also zoom using the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller (A 77). 50 In addition to the 20x optical zoom, you can turn on the digital zoom* (400x) with the > [v Camera Setup] > [Digital Zoom] setting
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    . 25 sec. 2 min 10 sec. 45 sec. 16 (fastest) 3 sec. 2.5 sec. 1.8 sec.** * Measured from full wide-angle to full telephoto. ** The camcorder will have more trouble focusing automatically while zooming.
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    speeds for remote operation Accessory RC-V100 Remote Controller (optional) Commercially available remote controls Zoom speed Variable speed: The greater the angle at which the RC-V100's ZOOM dial is rotated from the center, the faster the zoom. If the remote control does not support variable zoom
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    Controller is connected to the camcorder, you can zoom with the remote controller's ZOOM dial. At default settings, turn the dial right to zoom in (S) and left to zoom out (T). Soft Zoom Control 53 Soft zoom control
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    [X] to close the focus adjustment screen. NOTES • If you operate the zoom after focusing, the focus on the subject may be lost. • If you focus manually and then leave the camcorder with the power turned on, the focus on the subject may be lost after a while. This possible slight shift in
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    return to the preset focus position. Current focusing distance Select to return to the preset focus position Operating modes: 55 1 Activate the manual focus and adjust the focus to the desired position (A 54). • The current approximate focusing distance will appear inside the focus frame and
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    Focus Adjustment Peaking When peaking is activated, the edges of objects in focus will be highlighted in red, blue or yellow on the screen. In addition, you can choose to switch the screen to black & white while peaking is activated, further emphasizing the edges. 1 Open the focus controls. [FUNC] >
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    to an option other than [j Off]. > [v Camera Setup] > [Conversion Lens] is set • While using autofocus, you can turn the focus/zoom ring to focus manually. When you stop turning the ring, the camcorder returns to autofocus. This is useful in situations such as when focusing on a subject on the
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    Autofocus to Faces While using autofocus, you can limit the autofocus function only to cases when a subject's face is detected and use manual focus for all other scenes. The camcorder will also adjust the brightness when focusing automatically on the subject's face. Set an assignable button
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    mode switch is operated. - In the same cases that face detection & tracking cannot be used (see above). - When the camcorder is switched between autofocus and manual focus. - When the assignable button is no longer assigned to [~ Face Only AF].
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    Image Stabilization Image Stabilization Use the image stabilizer to compensate for camcorder shake in order to achieve steadier shots. The camcorder offers 3 methods of image stabilization. Standard IS (Å): Standard IS compensates for a lower degree of camcorder shake, for example, for handheld
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    the Time Code The camcorder generates a time code signal and records it with the recorded clips. The time code signal can be output from the HDMI OUT terminal. Depending on the frame rate used, you may be able to select between a drop frame an non-drop frame time code signal (A 63
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    , it runs from 0 to 29. • However, if > [£ Display Setup] > [HDMI Scan Mode] is set to [ PsF (Forced 1080i)], even when the frame rate is set motion recording is activated, the time code signal cannot be output from the HDMI OUT terminal. • When you are using the [ Free Run] running mode
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    Setting the Time Code Selecting Drop Frame or Non-Drop Frame You can select between a drop frame (DF) or non-drop frame (NDF) time code, depending on how you plan to use your recordings. However, when the frame rate is set to 23.98P, the time code is set to non-drop frame (NDF) and cannot be
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    the hexadecimal system. There are sixteen possible characters: the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A to F. The user bit will be output from the HDMI OUT terminal. Operating modes: 64 1 Open the [User Bit Settings] screen. > [3 # Recording Setup] > [User Bit Type] > [i] • To set the time for the user
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    with your camcorder, refer to Optional Accessories (A 121). For details about how to attach and use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of the accessory used. 1 Open the mini advanced shoe cover. 2 Attach the optional accessory to the mini advanced 65 shoe. • When a compatible
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    The audio signal will be output along with the video signal from the HDMI OUT terminal. You can record this audio signal on an external recorder. details about using the optional external microphone, refer to the instruction manual of the DM-100. Using Commercially Available Microphones You can
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    Recording Audio Adjusting the L and R channels of the MIC terminal independently You can use the > [¡ Audio Setup] > [MIC ALC Link] setting to separate the audio level adjustment for the L and R channels of an external microphone connected to the MIC terminal, allowing each channel to be
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    Setting] [¡ Audio] [ Manual]: 70 [ Manual]: 70 [ Manual]: 70 [ Manual]: 86 [ Manual]: 94 [ Manual]: 80 [ Manual]: 70 Selected by user Mic Freq. Response] [Built-in Mic Directionality] [h Normal] [h Normal] [ê Boost HF+LF Range] [h Normal] [é Boost [é Boost [è Low MF Range] MF Range]
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    Recording Audio NOTES • When the audio level meter reaches the red point (0 dB), the sound may be distorted. • If the audio level meter display is normal but the sound is distorted, activate the microphone's attenuator with the following procedure. • We recommend using headphones to check the sound
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    Recording Audio Wind Screen (Built-in Microphone) The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors. You can select from two levels or turn off the auto wind screen. When recording in surroundings unaffected by wind or if you want to record low-frequency
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    recording human voices and dialog. [ê Boost HF+LF Range]: Best, for example, for recording live music and clearly capture the special sound external microphone. 2 Make sure that [FUNC] > [C Audio] is set to [ö Manual] (A 68). 3 Select [Audio Limiter]. > [C ! Audio Setup] > [Audio Limiter] 4
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    Recording Audio Audio Compressor The audio compressor reduces the dynamic range between the loudest and quietest audio levels while maintaining a clear distinction. This can make listening to the audio easier. You can select one of two levels according to the audio recording conditions. The audio
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    Using Headphones Using Headphones Use headphones for playback or to check the audio level while recording. The following procedure explains how to adjust the volume. Operating modes: 73 1 Select [Headphone Volume]. > [C " Audio Setup] > [Headphone Volume] 2 Select [Ô] or [Õ] to adjust the volume and
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    /Audio Reference Signal You can have the camcorder output and record color bars and a 1 kHz audio reference signal and output them from the HDMI OUT terminal and × (headphone) terminal (audio reference signal only). Operating modes: 74 Recording Color Bars You can choose between SMPTE and ARIB color
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    Pre-Recording Pre-Recording When pre-recording is activated, the camcorder starts recording continuously into a temporary memory (approx. 3 seconds) so when you press the START/STOP button, the clip will contain also a few seconds of video and audio recorded before you pressed the button. Operating
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    Onscreen Displays Onscreen Displays You can turn most onscreen displays on or off. Operating modes: Repeatedly press the DISP button to turn the onscreen displays on/off in the following sequence: 76 mode: • All displays on • Onscreen markers1 • Displays off mode2: • Only data code on • All
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    controller to connect it to the camcorder. For details on how to connect and use the remote controller, refer to its instruction manual. 77 Operating modes: To the RC-V100's REMOTE A terminal Remote cable (supplied with the RC-V100) 1 Turn off the camcorder and connect the optional RC-V100
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    it to the camcorder's grip belt or carry it on your person. For details about connecting and using the receiver, refer to the GP-E2 Instruction Manual. * Supplied with the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver. Activating the GPS Receiver Turn on the camcorder and receiver. • The icon appears on the left of
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    • The GPS information recorded with clips corresponds to the location at the start of the recording. • Do not place cables connected to the HDMI OUT terminal near the receiver. Doing so may negatively affect the GPS signal. • Initial GPS signal reception will take longer after replacing the receiver
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    4CUSTOM DialCanduBsutttoonmization Customization CUSTOM Dial and Button You can assign to the CUSTOM button and dial one of several frequently used functions. You can then adjust the selected function using the CUSTOM button and dial, without having to access the menu. 80 Operating modes: 1 Select [
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    Assignable Buttons Assignable Buttons The camcorder offers 5 assignable buttons on the camcorder's body and an onscreen button (touch operation) to which you can assign various functions (assignable buttons). Assign often-used functions to the buttons you find most convenient, to personalize the
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    WB Priority] [z Pre REC] Description A Switches between autofocus and manual focus. 54 Switches between standard autofocus and autofocus only when a face WB Priority] setting. Turns pre-recording on/off. 75 [ Rec Review] Reviews the last clip recorded. 34 [ Photo] Records a photo. 32
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    settings in the various menus, you can save those settings on an SD card. You can load those settings at a later date or on another HF G50 camcorder so that you can use that camcorder in a similar way. Camcorder settings can only be saved on or loaded from the SD card in
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    5Basic PlaybackPlayback Playback Basic Playback This section explains how to play back clips and photos. For details on playing back recordings using an external monitor, refer to Connecting to an External Monitor (A 92). 84 Operating modes: 1 Set the power switch to MEDIA. • The camcorder
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    Basic Playback 4 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. • During video or photo playback, the playback controls will disappear automatically after a few seconds. In video playback pause, touch the screen again to hide the playback controls. • For details on the playback controls, refer
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    Basic Playback Playback Controls The following playback types are available using the onscreen controls. Using the joystick, push the joystick to select the desired button and then press the joystick. Clip playback controls Playback type Operation Onscreen icon 86 Fast playback* During
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    Basic Playback Adjusting the Volume During playback, audio will be output from the monaural built-in speaker. You can connect a pair of headphones to the × (headphone) terminal to listen to the audio in stereo. 1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls. 2 Select [Ó/ ].
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    Clip and Photo Operations Clip and Photo Operations Deleting Clips and Photos You can delete clips and photos you are not interested in keeping. 88 Operating modes: Deleting Clips and Photos from the Index Screen 1 Open the desired index screen (A 84). • Drag your finger left/right until a clip
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    Clip and Photo Operations Deleting a Photo during Playback 1 Play back the desired photo (A 84). 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls and then delete the photo. [FUNC] > [Delete] > [¸ Proceed] > [Yes] 3 Drag your finger left/right to select another photo to delete or select [X].
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    Same as that for video configuration3 59.94P YCbCr 4:2:2 10 bit 1920x1080 1280x720 59.94i 59.94P 1 > [£ Display Setup] > [HDMI Scan Mode] setting. 2 > [£ Display Setup] > [HDMI Max Resolution] setting. 3 59.97P, during slow & fast motion recording. 4 Only when the frame rate is set to 59
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    Same as that for video configuration YCbCr 4:2:2 8 bit3 1280x720 59.94P 1920x1080 1280x720 59.94i 59.94P 1 > [£ Display Setup] > [HDMI Scan Mode] setting. 2 > [£ Display Setup] > [HDMI Max Resolution] setting. 3 YCbCr 4:2:0 video recorded on the card is output as a YCbCr 4:2:2 signal.
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    to an External Monitor Connecting to an External Monitor When you connect the camcorder to an external monitor for playback, use the HDMI OUT terminal. Then, select the video signal output configuration. You can output also the onscreen displays (A 102). Operating modes: 92 Connection Diagram
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    to 29 instead of 0 to 23 in the following cases. - > [£ Display Setup] > [HDMI Scan Mode] is [ PsF (Forced 1080i)] and the frame 93 rate is 23.98P. - When • You can set both > [3 Recording Setup] > [Rec Command] and [HDMI Time Code] to [i On] to use the camcorder's START/STOP button to control
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    function (A 30). • The video (stream) file in the clip will be instructions about installing and uninstalling the software in the "Read This First" file (Install-MP4 Join Tool.pdf) included in the compressed file you download. For details about using the software, refer to the instruction manual (PDF
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    maximum. • If there is not enough space on the destination SD card, as many photos as possible will be copied before stopping the operation. • Video stream files over 4 GB in size cannot be copied onto SDHC cards.
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    [{ 100%] -  41 [ Gain] Gain value adjustment dial, 0.0 dB to 24.0 dB; Zebra pattern button*: [ Off], [z 70%], [{ 100%] -  40 [ AGC Limit] [n] (manual): Turn on/off (off), when [n] is selected -gain limit adjustment dial, 0.0 dB to 23.0 dB -  46 [y Exposure Comp.] Exposure adjustment dial
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    Menu Options FUNC Menu ( Mode) Menu item For clips: [Copy (6'7)], [Copy (7'6)] [Delete] [Trim] For photos: [Copy (6'7)], [Copy (7'6)] [Delete] Setting options and additional information [y] index screen Single clip (playback pause) , [Select], [All Clips] - 95  88 - [}] index
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    Menu Options [Digital Zoom]: Determines the operation of the digital zoom. • When you zoom, once you exceed the optical zoom range, the camcorder will automatically switch to digital zoom. • With the digital zoom the image is digitally processed, so the image resolution will deteriorate the
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    Menu Options [Powered IS Button]: Determines the operation mode of the assignable button set to [È Powered IS] (A 60). [Î Press and Hold]: Powered IS will be activated while you hold the button pressed down. [Ï Toggle On/Off]: Each press of the button will turn the Powered IS function on and off.
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    on the video configuration currently in use and a photo size of 1920x1080. • You can also check the SD card's Speed Class. [HDMI Time Code]: When set to [i On], the HDMI signal output from the camcorder includes the camcorder's time code. [MP4 Clip / Photo Numbering]: Clips and photos are saved as
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    à]  - - 70 [Built-in Mic [h Normal], [ç Boost LF Range], [è Low Cut Filter],  - - 71 Freq. Response] [é Boost MF Range], [ê Boost HF+LF Range] [Built-in Mic Directionality] [í Monaural], [h Normal], [î Wide]  - - 70 [Audio Limiter] [i On], [j Off]  - - 71 [Audio Compressor] [H High
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    screen where you can verify the standard of the output signal from the HDMI OUT terminal. [LCD Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. camcorder, optional remote controller or a commercially available remote control is display while focusing manually. This setting also affects
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    Off]  [Auto Power Off] [i On], [j Off]  [REMOTE Terminal] [ RC-V100 (REMOTE A)], [ Standard]  [Assignable Button Following are the default settings for 2: [z Pre REC], 3: [j Off], 4: [j Off], 5: [ Rec Review] [Onscreen For a complete list of the functions that can be assigned, refer to
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    ] setting based on the information acquired from GPS. For more details, refer to Setting Time from GPS on the Camera in the receiver's instruction manual. [GPS Information Display]: When the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver is attached to the camcorder, this function allows you to view GPS information
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    Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Onscreen markers (A102) 105 Face detection frame (A58) Tracking (A58) Left side of the screen Icon/Display F00.0 ND1/0 1/00000 00.0dB AE +/-0 0/0 +/-0 0/0 00.0dB =, ?, @, D 0.0ft, 000ft, G O, N z, { REC`,
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    (A 32) • When an icon is displayed in yellow, the indicated card is almost full. • When (or ) is displayed, the photo cannot be recorded because of a problem with the SD card. Right side of the screen Icon/Display 6/7 000h00m 6/7 000h00m (icon in yellow) 6/7 End (icon in red) (in red), (in red
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    Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Icon/Display å, ë, à Microphone attenuator (A 69) Wind screen (A 70) Audio scenes (A 67) MIC power (A 66) Description Bottom of the screen Icon/Display [FUNC] B, ~, ^, , ±, Å, Ä, z, , , Description Opens the FUNC menu (A 26, 96) Onscreen
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    Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Playback Clips Photos 108 Top of the screen Icon/Display Description [FUNC] Opens the FUNC menu (A 26). 6 /7 Playback operation (A 86) Ð: Playback, Ý: Playback pause, Ø/×: Fast playback, Ö/Õ: Slow playback, Ô/Ó: Frame reverse/advance SD card in use.
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    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult a Canon Service Center if the problem work on the subject. Focus manually (A 54). - The Clean the lens or sensor with a soft lens-cleaning cloth (A 119). Never use tissue paper to clean
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    Troubleshooting 110 When a subject flits across in front of the lens, the image appears it becomes hot after using it only for a short while, it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. Playback Cannot delete clips/photos. - The LOCK switch on the SD card is
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    Troubleshooting The red compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center. 7 flashes on the screen. - You connected the the microphone attenuator (A 69), or adjust the audio recording level manually. The picture is displayed correctly but there is no sound from
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    . - Disconnect the High Speed HDMI cable and then restore the connection or turn the camcorder off and then on again. - The connected monitor is not compatible with the selected video configuration. Change the video configuration to one that the monitor supports. The computer does not recognize
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    Troubleshooting List of Messages (in alphabetical order) Accessing the memory card. 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. Battery pack is not compatible. Turning
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    Troubleshooting 114 Memory card is full - The SD card is full. Delete some recordings (A 88) to free some space or replace the SD card. Memory card
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    clean running water and seek immediate medical assistance. - When disposing of batteries/battery packs, insulate the terminals with tape or other means. This may cause electric shock, explosion or fire. • Use only power sources specified in this instruction manual with circulation problems or less
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    Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 116 CAUTION Denotes the risk of injury. • Do . This will protect your important recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the SD card. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • Do not use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy
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    Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions Battery Pack DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care onto your computer. Data may be corrupted or lost due to card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon shall not be liable for lost or corrupted data. • Do not touch or expose the terminals to
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    Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 118 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings.
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    cloth to gently wipe the lens or viewfinder. Never use tissue paper. LCD Touch Screen • Clean the LCD touch screen using a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth. • Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temperature changes suddenly. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth. 119 Condensation
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    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.
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    121 WA-H58 Wide Attachment Protect Filter 58 mm, ND4L Filter 58 mm, ND8L Filter 58 mm HTC-100 High Speed HDMI Cable IFC-400PCU USB Cable RC-V100 Remote Controller VL-5 Video Light DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone GP-E2 GPS Receiver SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist
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    shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non
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    SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. Optional Accessories 123 This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.
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    Specifications Specifications VIXIA HF G50  - Values with Exif1 Ver. 2.3 Image type: JPEG 1 This camcorder supports Exif 2.3 (also called "Exif Print"). Exif Print is when set to [Instant AF] or [Medium AF]) or Manual focus • Filter Diameter: 58 mm • Minimum Focusing Distance 60 cm (2
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    in parentheses indicates the file size. 125 Terminals • HDMI OUT Terminal: HDMI mini connector; output only • USB Terminal: mini-B stereo minijack (unbalanced) -24 dBV (32  load, max volume) / 100  • REMOTE Terminal:  2.5 mm stereo sub-mini jack; input only Power/Others • Power supply (rated
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    Specifications 126 CA-570 Compact Power Adapter • Power supply: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Rated output / consumption: 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA (100 V) - 39 VA (240 V) • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Dimensions: 52 x 29 x 90 mm (2.1 x 1.1 x 3.5 in.) • Weight: 135 g (4.8 oz.)
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    Reference Tables Reference Tables Approximate recording times The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual recording times will vary depending on the subject. The following table shows the approximate recording times for a single recording operation until the
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    messages 113 Exposure Exposure compensation 43 Exposure lock 43 Highlight AE 42 Manual exposure 40 Touch AE 42 External microphone 66 F Face detection & 54 Frame rate 35 FUNC menu 26, 96 G Gain 40 H HDMI OUT terminal 92 Headphones 73 × (headphones) terminal 73 I Image stabilizer 60 Initializing an
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    66 Relay recording 30 Remote controller 77 Resetting all camcorder settings 104 Resolution (frame size 35 Reviewing recordings 34 S Saving Time code 61 Time zone/DST 24 Trimming clips 89 Tripod 116 Troubleshooting 109 Turning off notification sounds 101 Turning the camcorder on/off 21
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    or failure to follow operating instructions; B) If the Equipment is Canon USA's factory service centers or authorized service facilities; D) If the Equipment is used for commercial or industrial use. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), video cassette tape, head cleanings
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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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    Canon Inc. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan The information in this document is verified as of May 2020. Subject to change without notice. Visit your local Canon website to download the latest version. © CANON INC. 2020 PUB.DIE-0528-000B
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