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    PUB. DIE-0431-000 HD Camcorder Instruction Manual 64
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    case of an accident. CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
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    HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400 the instructions, may unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or any health problems are associated with Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) This Class B digital
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    the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth
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    REGIONS OF USE VIXIA HF R42 and VIXIA HF R40 are in compliance (as of January 2013) with the radio signal regulations of the regions listed below. For details on other regions where they can be used, make inquiries with the contacts listed on the back side of this instruction manual. REGIONS Canada,
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    of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • WPS as used on the camcorder's settings, onscreen displays and in this manual signifies Wi-Fi Protected Setup. • The Wi-Fi Protected Setup technology licensed from Microsoft. • "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed
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    You can use a smartphone as a remote control and record movies from a distance (A 125). • You can wirelessly connect the camcorder to your home network and upload your recordings to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 130). This will allow you to even share your videos on YouTube and Facebook. You can share your
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    Smart AUTO (A 43) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you want to shoot. You get (A 75) compensates for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Powered IS (A 76) will produce stable shots when you zoom in on distant subjects (full telephoto). Intelligent IS
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    Your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (A 105). Copy your recordings to an external video recorder (A 119). Upload recordings to your computer (A 111). Save your recordings. Copy the camcorder's entire memory onto an external hard drive (A 116). Upload your MP4
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    (A 126). Save your recordings on an iPhone or iPad and play them back (A 128). Connect the camcorder to an access point on your home network and then share your recordings on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 130). From there, you can make online albums to enjoy your recordings. After connecting the
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    this Manual 17 Getting to Know the Camcorder 17 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROM 19 Names of Parts „ Preparations 21 Getting Started 21 Charging the Battery Pack 23 Turning On the Camcorder 24 Using the Grip Belt 25 Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen 27 Using a Memory
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    46 Taking Photos 47 Zooming 50 Basic Playback 50 Playing Back Video 54 Viewing Photos 56 Deleting Scenes 58 Deleting Photos „ Advanced Shooting 60 Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) 60 Selecting the Video Quality 63 6/4 Selecting the Memory (Built-in Memory/ Memory Card) for
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    89 Using Headphones 90 Using an External Microphone „ Advanced Playback and Editing 92 Capturing Video External Connections 102 Terminals on the Camcorder 103 Connection Diagrams 105 Playback on a TV Screen 107 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 107 6/4 Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory
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    iOS Device 130 Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 136 Playback on a Computer Trouble? 158 Troubleshooting 164 List of Messages 174 Do's and Don'ts 174 Handling Precautions 178 Maintenance/Others 179 Using the Camcorder Abroad 180 General Information 180 Accessories 181 Optional Accessories
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    Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400. 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 158). Conventions Used in this Manual
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    will record the photo after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen. The names of physical buttons and switches on the camcorder are indicated within a "button" frame. For example Y. The > arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the
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    110E including power cord, in Asia. ** 6/4 only. Transfer Utility LE Startup Guide: This guide explains how to download PIXELA's Transfer Utility LE software, which allows you to save your AVCHD movies and transfer music data from the supplied Canon VIXIA CD-ROM (see next page) to the camcorder. For
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    Canon VIXIA CD-ROM is also supplied with the camcorder. The CDROM contains the following components: - Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the camcorder (image mix frames). * CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online service that allows you to share movies and photos, make photo albums,
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    Names of Parts Left side view 1 23 4 56 7 8 Right side view 9 1 (playback mode) button (A 40) 2 ON/OFF button (A 23) 3 Memory card slot cover 4 MIC (microphone) terminal (A 91) 5 AV OUT terminal (A 102, 104)/ × (headphones) terminal (A 89) 6 HDMI OUT terminal (A 102, 103) 7 USB terminal (A 102, 104
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    view Af Ag A f Speaker (A 52) A g Zoom lever (A 47) A h LCD touch screen (A 25, 35) A j ACCESS indicator (A 41) A k 64Wi-Fi antenna (A 124) LCD panel Ah Back view Aj Ak Al Ak A l POWER/CHG (charge) indicator: Green - On Red - Charging (A 21) S q Battery attachment unit (A 21) S a Serial number
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    the compact power adapter before plugging the power cord into the power outlet. 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it up until it clicks in place
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    you turn off the camcorder. After a moment, the POWER/CHG indicator will turn on in red (battery pack charging). The red POWER/ CHG indicator will go out when ᕅ the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes, refer to Troubleshooting (A 161). To remove the battery pack 1 Slide d in
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    on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge. • Battery packs for this camcorder can display the remaining battery time. The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the
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    the > q > [Power On Using LCD Panel] setting so that you can turn the camcorder on and off only by pressing . Using the Grip Belt Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Y button with your thumb. To remove
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    and finally to remove it from the rear bracket on the camcorder. Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen Before you Panel The first time you open the LCD panel, the initial setup screens will appear and guide you through the basic settings (A 31). Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can
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    techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasion- ally misfire or appear as black, red, blue or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. • For details about how to take care
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    minimum guaranteed data transfer speed of memory cards. When you buy a new memory card, look for the Speed Memory Cards You can use SDXC memory cards with this camcorder. When using memory cards with other devices, such as digital recorders, computers and card readers, make sure that the external
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    SDXC- compatible, you may be prompted to format the memory card. In such case, cancel the operation to prevent data loss. • After repeatedly recording, deleting and editing scenes (fragmented memory), it will take longer to write data on the memory and recording may stop. Save your recordings and
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    , the language selection screen of the initial setup screens will appear. 2 Press to turn off the camcorder. Make sure the POWER/CHG indicator is off. 3 Open the memory card slot ᕅ cover. 4 Insert the memory card at a Lens slight angle, with the label facing toward the lens, all the way
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    IMPORTANT • Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Be sure to insert the memory card as described in step 4. 30 Š Preparations
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    Setup The first time you turn on the camcorder, you will be guided by the camcorder's easy-to-follow setup screens to configure the camcorder's initial settings. You will set the date Movies] screen will appear, where you can select the memory to which you want to record movies. Preparations Š 31
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    setting. 6/4 You can select the memory for movies and photos later on with the > [Recording Media] > [v Rec Media for Movies] and [{ Rec Media for Photos] settings. • When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date
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    for daylight saving time. 4 Touch [X] to close the menu. Initializing the Memory 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 (6/4 only) to permanently delete all the recordings it contains. 6/4 At the
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    can be used without any problem. IMPORTANT • Initializing the memory will permanently erase all recordings. Lost original recordings cannot be recovered. Make sure you save important recordings in advance using an external device (A 107). • Initializing a memory card will permanently erase any
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    to adjust slider controls like the volume. IMPORTANT • In the following cases, you may not be able to perform touch operations correctly. - Using . - Applying excessive force with your finger. Using the Menus Many of the camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the menus in the (Home) menu. In
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    you access [ Other Settings] to various camcorder settings. For details on how to navigate this menu, refer to Using the [ Other Settings] Menus (A 37). Open this menu to select the movie format (A 60), video [ Recording Setup] quality (A 60), the memory used for recordings* (A 63) and whether
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    [ Remote Control+ After installing the remote control app, use your smartphone as a Streaming]* remote control to record movies with the camcorder (A 125). * 6/4 only. Menus Available in Playback Mode Menu Description [ Other Settings] Open the [ Other Settings] menus (A 37). The available
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    Operating modes: * SCN * In mode, access to functions is limited. 1 Touch [ ] on the upper left of the screen to open the (Home) menu. 2 Drag your finger left/right to bring [ Other Settings] to the center. 3 Touch the icon to open the [ Other Settings] menus. 4 Touch the tab of the desired
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    and down along the scroll bar or touch [Í] and [Î] to find the control button of the desired function. Operating Modes Recording When recording, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the [Shooting Mode] menu in the (Home) menu and the [Movie Format] option in the [ Recording Setup] menu
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    have the camcorder select the best settings that match the situation you are in (A 66). (Programmed Enjoy full access to menus, settings and advanced functions (A 6/4 When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used for recording. 40 Š Preparations
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    To enjoy full access to menus and more advanced functions, refer to Advanced Shooting (A 60) and Advanced Playback and camcorder is operating correctly. 1 Open the LCD panel to turn ᕄ on the camcorder. • 6/4 By default, movies are recorded in the built-in memory. You can ᕃ select the memory
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    > [OK] • This step is not necessary the first time you use the camcorder. • To change the movie format, refer to Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) • Press Y again to pause the recording. • The ACCESS indicator will flash from time to time while the scene is being recorded. When you have
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    functions are available in mode. - Zoom (A 47). - Video snapshot (A the Smart AUTO function In mode, the camcorder will automatically detect certain characteristics of the subject stabilization, image quality, among others), selecting the best set- tings for the scene you want to shoot
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    Smart AUTO icons Background → (color of the icon) Subject ↓ Bright* (gray) Blue skies* (light blue) Vivid colors* Sunsets (green/red) (orange) People (stationary) ( ) ( ) ( )- People (moving) ( ) ( ) ( )- Subjects other than people, such as landscapes ( ) ( ) ( ) Close objects /
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    not recording movies and when you are not using the camcorder. • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source
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    the camcorder is in a fixed position, such as on a tripod, you can record with the LCD panel closed in order to conserve the battery's power. In such case, make turn on the camcorder. ᕄ • 6/4 By default, photos are recorded in the built-in memory. You can ᕃ select the memory that will be
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    the ACCESS indicator will flash as the photo is size, a 1 GB memory card can hold approximately 660 Zooming There are two ways you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder or using the zoom controls on the touch screen. You can also select the zoom type (optical, advanced or digital
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    for a slow zoom; touch closer to the V/U icons for faster zooms. 3 Touch [START] to begin recording. Touch [STOP] to pause the recording. 4 Touch [X] to hide the zoom controls. Selecting the Zoom Type The camcorder offers three types of zoom - optical, advanced and digital. 48 Š Basic Shooting
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    For advanced zoom, the camcorder processes the image beyond the range of the optical zoom to obtain a larger zoom without any deterioration in image quality. At full wide angle, the angle of view with advanced zoom is wider than the angle of view with optical zoom. [ Digital] For digital zoom (light
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    Operating modes: SCN 1 Press . Index screen button (next to [ ]) 2 If necessary, change the index screen. 6/4 [& ·] (index screen button) > Select the memory with the desired scene (& or ) and the movie format of the desired scene (· or ¸) > [OK] 7 [ ·] (index screen button) > Movie format of
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    ! Index screen button. Displays the currently selected memory (6/4 only) and movie format. Press to change the scene you want to play back. 4 Touch the desired scene to play it back. • The camcorder will play back the scene selected and continue until the end of the last scene in the index screen.
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    1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls. 2 Touch [Ý], drag your finger along the [Speaker]* bar to adjust the volume and touch [K]. * When > q > [AV/Headphones] is set to [Ó Headphones], adjust the [Headphones] bar instead. 52 Š Basic Shooting and Playback
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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 press . • You may not be able to play back
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    -250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder. Viewing Photos Operating modes: SCN 1 Press . 2 Open the [ Photo Playback] index screen. > [ Photo Playback] 3 6/4 If necessary, change the index screen. [&] (index screen button) > Memory with the desired photo (& or ) > [OK] 54 Š Basic
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    ! 6/4 Index screen button. Displays the currently selected memory. Press to change the index screen. " Drag your finger left/right for the next/previous index page*. # Display the next/previous index page. $ Folder name (A
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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 press . • The following image files may not be
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    [All Scenes] Delete all the scenes. * The last four digits of the folder name indicate the date the folder was created. 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
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    NOTES • To delete all movies and make all recordable space available again you may prefer to initialize the memory (A 33). Deleting Photos You can delete those photos that you are not interested in keeping. Operating modes: SCN Deleting a Single Photo 1 In single photo view,
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    152) will appear in the control button. [Select] Select individual photos to delete. [All Photos] Delete all the photos. * The last four digits of the folder name indicate the date the folder was created. IMPORTANT • Be careful when deleting photos. Deleted photos cannot be recovered. • Photos that
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    covers advanced shooting Desired movie format > [K] > [X] Selecting the Video Quality The camcorder offers several video quality options (measured by bit rate*) for recording of video and also affects recording time available on the memory. Movies with higher bit rates will have higher video quality
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    in 60P or MXP mode cannot be saved on AVCHD discs. Use an external Blu-ray Disc recorder compliant with AVCHD Ver. 2.0 specifications to copy those , you may not be able to play back your recordings. • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual Advanced Shooting Š 61
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    quality → Memory ↓ 8 GB Memory card/ 4 Built-in memory3 16 GB Memory card 32 GB Memory card/ 6 Built-in memory3 64 GB Memory card 60P1 . 3 6/4 At the time of purchase, the built-in memory contains about 70 MB of music files (background music), 5 MB camcorder will stop for about 3 seconds before resuming
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    full while recording movies, the recording will continue uninterrupted on the other memory. Operating modes: SCN Activate the desired function. > [ Recording Setup] > [Dual/Relay Recording] > Desired function > [K] > [X] NOTES • Dual recording is not available in the following cases. Advanced
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    relay recording, there will be a momentary stop in the scene at the point where the camcorder switches from one memory to another. Baby Mode Baby's first smile, first step, first word. When you use Menu Options Lists (A 144) for functions avail- able during mode. 64 Š Advanced Shooting
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    Cinema Mode and Cinema-Look Filters In mode, the camcorder will adjust the frame rate and several other picture-related settings to give your recordings a cinematic cinema-look filter will be applied and its number will appear on the control button. Shooting mode button Advanced Shooting Š 65
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    1]. 2 Select the desired cinemalook filter. Options ( Default value) The camcorder offers 7 cinemalook filters. Select the desired filter while previewing the effect Modes Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a
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    > Desired Special Scene mode > [OK] Shooting mode button Options ( Default value) [ Portrait] The camcorder uses a large aperture, to achieve a sharp focus on the subject while blurring the background. [ Sports underexposed. [ Sunset] To record sunsets in vibrant colors. Advanced Shooting Š 67
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    The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (S). • [ Snow]/[ Beach]: The subject may case, adjust the focus manually. • [ Fireworks]: - To avoid camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving with other shooting modes, the camcorder automatically adjusts the shutter speed and
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    in the following procedures. 3 Press Y to record movies with your decorations. You can add decorations even while recording a scene. 4 Touch [X] to exit the decoration screen. Advanced Shooting Š 69
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    [K]. The main decoration screen will appear again. 3 Draw freely on the canvas with your fingertip. • To select a different pen or stamp: Repeat steps 1 and 2. 70 Š Advanced Shooting
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    Touch [Ó] and then touch the white or black button under [Colors]. Alternatively, touch and select memory (6/ 4 only) or on a memory card (7 only). 2 The camcorder will apply the last freehand drawings and stamps that were saved in the built-in memory (6/4 only) or on a memory Advanced Shooting Š 71
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    only pounds will be displayed from 20 pounds. To use image mix Operating modes: SCN POINTS TO CHECK • 6/4 Before performing this procedure, make sure the memory with the image mix data is selected (A 63). At the time of purchase, image mix data is in the built-in
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    6/4 You can touch one of the memory icons at the bottom of the screen to read image mix frames saved on a different memory (only when recording on or playing back scenes from a memory card). 3 Touch [K] to mix the as necessary. 5 Touch [K] to mix your image with live video. Advanced Shooting Š 73
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    image files you may have saved. (6/4 The image mix frames that come pre-installed in the built-in memory will be restored after it is initialized.) • [Animated Stamps] and [Date/Time] cannot be used at Snapshot Length] setting. Operating modes: SCN 1 Activate video snapshot. 74 Š Advanced Shooting
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    . - Pressing . - Changing the movie format (AVCHD/MP4), video quality or frame rate. Advanced Image Stabilization The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) so you can get nice, stable shots. Select the image stabilization mode according to the shooting
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    zoom approaches full wide angle. [ Standard] Compensates for a lower degree of camcorder when [Zoom Type] is set to [ Optical]. • For surveying and following shots, when you pan the camcorder from Standard]. Face Detection and Tracking The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and uses this
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    Point the camcorder at a person. If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will automatically white face detection frame and the camcorder will optimize the settings for that different face on the touch screen to optimize the camcorder's settings for that person. • You can
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    digital zoom is activated at more than 212x zoom. • When face detection is activated, the slowest shutter speed used by the camcorder camcorder may start tracking the incorrect subject. Touch the screen again to select the desired subject. • In certain cases Faders The camcorder offers two
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    will fade in or out. • Faders cannot be used in the following cases: - While using the [Old Movies] cinema-look filter in mode. (overexposed). To correct this, you can adjust the exposure manually or use the Touch AE function to automatically set the adjustment screen. Advanced Shooting Š 79
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    manually without activating the Touch AE function. • The manual adjustment dial appears and the adjustment value is set at ±0. • Touch [n] again to return the camcorder that the automatic backlight correction is not available in the following cases. - In mode, when using a cinema-look filter other
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    wet windows • Night scenes SCN POINTS TO CHECK • Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. 1 Open the manual focus screen. > [< Focus] 2 Touch a subject that appears inside the < frame. • The Touch AF mark (I) will flash and the focusing distance will be adjusted automatically. You have
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    adjust the focus manually, you can touch inside the frame to automatically focus on that spot. Pre-Recording The camcorder will start Y. The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before Y was pressed. NOTES • The camcorder will not record the full 3 seconds prior to pressing Y
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    white balance Point the camcorder at a white object, so it fills the whole screen, and touch [Set WB]. When the adjustment is completed, Å stops flashing and disappears. The camcorder will retain the balance setting to make white subjects appear white under colored lighting. Advanced Shooting Š 83
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    or other conditions change. - Depending on the light source, Å may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with [Ã Automatic]. • Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases: - Changing lighting conditions - Close-ups - Subjects in a single color (sky, sea
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    when recording movies. - Touching [PHOTO], when recording photos. - Turning off the camcorder. - Changing the camcorder's operating mode. Frame Rate You can change the frame rate (the number of frames . NOTES • The frame rate can be set independently for SCN , and modes. Advanced Shooting Š 85
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    activated automatically when you zoom in to full telephoto and bring the camcorder up close to ZOOM] > [W]* (tele macro) * Touch again to turn off the tele macro function. • The camcorder will automatically adjust the zoom - Turning off the camcorder. - Pressing . - Zooming out toward T (wide
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    Level You can adjust the audio recording level of the built-in or an external microphone. You can display the audio level indicator while recording. Operating modes: SCN Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level 1 Open the manual audio recording level adjustment screen. Advanced Shooting Š 87
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    audio level is adjusted automatically. > [ä Mic. Level] > [m] (automatic) > [Audio Level Indicator] > [X] NOTES • When you are using a microphone connected to the MIC terminal, including the WM-V1 Wireless Microphone, the audio level indicator will be displayed automatically. 88 Š Advanced Shooting
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    the procedure below to change the function of the terminal from AV output to × (headphones) output. Do not connect the headphones to the AV OUT/× terminal if the Ó icon does not appear on the screen. The noise output in such case may be harmful to your hearing. Operating modes: SCN 1 Change the
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    while Wi-Fi functions are in use. Using an External Microphone When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the camcorder's internal machinery. In such case, we recommend using an external microphone. Operating modes: SCN 90 Š Advanced Shooting
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    are using a microphone connected to the MIC terminal, the audio level indicator will be displayed automatically. • When referring to the instruction manual of the WM-V1, note that the procedure written for manually adjusting the audio recording level does not apply to this camcorder. Refer to Audio
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    capture the video snapshot scene (A 50). 2 Press Y to capture the video snapshot scene. The camcorder captures the video snapshot scene for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress scene is saved to the same memory that contains the source scene. 92 Š Advanced Playback and Editing
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    scene with a lot of fast movement may be blurred. • Photos will be recorded on the memory selected for recording photos. Playing Back Scenes in the Baby Album The baby album contains, in chronological movies from the [y Movie Playback] index screen (A 50). Advanced Playback and Editing Š 93
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    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 Open the [¦ Video Snapshot] index screen for AVCHD scenes. > [¦ Video Snapshot] 94 Š Advanced Playback and Editing
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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 on the memory card, you will need to transfer the music tracks to the memory card in advance. See the
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    balance as desired and touch [K]. To delete a music track In the [Select Music] screen, touch [Í] or [Î] to select the track you want to delete. 96 Š Advanced Playback and Editing
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    for AVCHD movies, Transfer Utility LE. For details, refer to the Software Guide (PDF file) of PIXELA's software. - Mac OS users: Use Finder to transfer music files from the "MUSIC" folder on the supplied VIXIA CD-ROM to the memory card. Refer to About the music files (A 189) for the folder structure
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    display the previous 5 frames. ' Current scene / Total number of scenes. ( Currently selected interval between frames. To change the interval between frames [6 sec] > Desired interval > [K] 98 Š Advanced Playback and Editing
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    can divide AVCHD scenes in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest. Operating modes: end of the scene will appear as a new scene in the index screen. NOTES • When advancing/reversing frames while dividing the scenes, the interval between frames is about 0.5 seconds. • If the
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    trimmed is indicated by the marker. • Playback controls will appear on the screen (A 52). Use any special playback modes (fast playback, frame reverse/advance) as necessary to locate the desired point. 5 Trim the scene. [Trim] > Select whether to trim before or after the marker > Select whether to
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    and touch [Ý] to stop the slideshow. To change the slideshow's transition effects from the index screen > [ Other Settings] > > [Slideshow Transition] > [j Off], [k Dissolve] or [l Slide Image] > [X] Advanced Playback and Editing Š 101
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    receptacle. You can use the supplied USB cable to connect to a computer or other digital devices with standard-A receptacles; or use the optional UA-100 USB Adapter to connect to the camcorder an external hard drive or similar storage device with a standard-A cable (6/ 4 only). * When connecting the
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    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 external device, as this may damage the camcorder. - While the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using connection !, there will be no video output from the AV
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    . Change the following settings on the camcorder: - [ Other Settings] > > digital video recorder to copy your recordings, or to an external hard drive to easily save a perfect copy of an entire memory (6/4 only). 1 Mini-B 2 6/4 only Mini-B USB Cable (supplied) Standard-A (computer, digital
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    music files from the supplied VIXIA CD-ROM to a memory card in the camcorder in order to use them as background music. For details, refer to the Software Guide (PDF file) of PIXELA's software. - To save your recordings on a computer. - To save a memory onto an external hard drive. • Sound from the
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    the aspect ratio of the TV manually. * Refer to the instruction manual of the device. Depending on the device used, correct playback may not be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible. In such case, play back the recordings on the memory card using the camcorder. 106 Š External Connections
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    Scenes from the Index Screen Operating modes: SCN 1 Open the desired index screen in the built-in memory (A 50, 93, 94). To copy all the scenes recorded on a specific date, drag your once, touch [Remove All] > [Yes]. 2 After selecting all the desired scenes, touch [OK]. External Connections Š 107
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    individual scenes to copy. [All Scenes] Copy all the scenes. * The last four digits of the folder name indicate the date the folder was created. Copying a Single Photo Operating Playback] index screen in the built-in memory (A 54). 2 Copy the photos. [Edit] > [Copy (&' )] > Desired option* > [Yes
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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 press . NOTES • In the following cases, you will not be able to copy
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    must be in the built-in memory. After conversion, the resulting MP4 movie will be saved on the memory card. Operating modes: SCN 1 Open the desired index screen in the built-in memory (A 50, 93, 94). 2 to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. 6 Touch [OK]. 110 Š External Connections
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    in the built-in memory will be converted and then copied to the memory card. Video quality before Movies recorded with this camcorder are saved in the built-in memory (6/4 only) or on a memory card. Because space is and install it before you connect the camcorder to the computer for the first time
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    to the computer while it is powered only by the battery pack, previously saved video files cannot be transferred back to the camcorder and music files cannot be transferred from the supplied VIXIA CD-ROM to a memory card in the camcorder. 2 Camcorder: Open the desired index screen (A 50, 93, 94
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    photos to your computer and easily organize them. Refer to the 'ImageBrowser EX User Guide' (PDF file) for the full system requirements and other information. Installation Install the software before you connect the camcorder to the computer for the first time. Make sure to install the software even
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    instructions the instructions. 7 Follow the onscreen instructions to Silverlight. Follow the instructions to do so. From the Start Menu*, All Programs > Canon Utilities > ImageBrowser EX Mac OS: In launch setting. Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power
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    onto the computer. Refer to relevant sections in the 'ImageBrowser EX Instruction Manual', which can be accessed through the ? menu on the upper right of the software's screen. IMPORTANT • When the camcorder is connected to a computer: - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the
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    to use the optional UA-100 USB Adapter. Operating modes: SCN Saving a Memory onto an External Hard Drive 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Press to set the camcorder to playback mode. 3 Connect the camcorder to the external hard drive using the optional UA-100 USB Adapter
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    it with this camcorder for the first time. • You cannot select both the built-in memory and memory card to save them simultaneously. • You cannot use the following types of external hard drives. - USB-powered portable hard drives - Hard drives with a capacity over 2 TB - USB flash drives or media
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    it. [Safely Remove Hard Drive] > [Yes] To delete a memory save folder With the external hard drive connected to the camcorder: 1 Select the memory save folder you want to delete. 2 Delete the memory save folder. > [ Other Settings] > q > [Delete Memory Save Folder] > [Yes] > [OK] 3 Safely end the
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    using the supplied USB cable to make perfect copies of your movies in high definition. If the external digital video recorder has an SD memory card slot*, you can use the memory card to copy your movies without connecting the camcorder. * Make sure the external device is compatible with the type of
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    will vary depending on the device used so be sure to refer to the instruction manual of the digital video recorder. In Standard Definition You can copy your movies by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video recorder with analog audio/video inputs. Video output will be in standard
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    use CANON iMAGE GATEWAY* to make photo albums and more. * This service may not be available in all countries/regions. Installation Install the software before you connect the camcorder to to the relevant sections in the 'ImageBrowser EX Instruction Manual' (PDF file). External Connections Š 121
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    iPhones and iPads. Wi-Fi connection After you download the CameraAccess app2, use your iOS device or Android smartphone to remotely control the camcorder and make recordings (A 125). 2 The CameraAccess app, provided by PIXELA, is available for free from the App Store (for iOS devices) and Google
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    available for free from the App Store. iOS device Wi-Fi connection Wirelessly connect the camcorder to a wireless router (access point) on your home network. Use this connection if you plan to connect to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 130). After doing so, you can even share videos on YouTube and Facebook
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    Do not open the memory card slot cover during the wireless connec- tion. • While using Wi-Fi functions, the camcorder's automatic power off Microphone is not attached to the camcorder. Wi-Fi functions are not available when the microphone is attached. About the Wi-Fi antenna When using the camcorder
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    as a Remote Control Using the CameraAccess app* for iOS devices and Android™ smartphones, you can control the camcorder from a distance while you view the camcorder's image on the smartphone's screen. Not only can you control the camcorder to start and stop recording, you can also record the
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    . 7 Camcorder: Touch [End] when finished. NOTES • For details about the CameraAccess app, visit PIXELA's Web site. http://pixela.jp/ceca (English only) • This function is not available in the following cases. - download recordings. For details, visit your local Canon Web site. 126 Š Wi-Fi Functions
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    the connection will be established automatically without entering the password. 5 Smartphone: Start the Web browser. 6 Smartphone: Enter the URL that appears on the camcorder's screen into the Web browser's address bar. • The Remote Browse screen will appear. • The URL is always the same so you may
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    save the recording on the smartphone. 9 Smartphone: Touch when finished. 10 Camcorder: Touch [End] when finished. NOTES • The following types of MP4 Using the Movie Uploader app* for iOS devices, you can connect the camcorder to the device to upload your movies to YouTube and Facebook even when
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    device: Enter the password. • [Connected] will appear on the camcorder's screen and the connection will be established. • If you have already Movie Uploader app, visit PIXELA's Web site. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/canon/e/movieuploader/ (English only) • The following types of MP4 scenes will be
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    in this text to refer to various Internet services supported by CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. Wireless router (Access point) CANON iMAGE GATEWAY CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is a site that provides various photo-related services for owners of qualified Canon products. After you complete the free registration online
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    and Twitter (depending on the services you plan to use). Setting the Desired Web Services in the Camcorder Using the supplied software CameraWindow, log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and set the Web services you want to use. Refer to 'CameraWindow Instruction Manual' for details on using the software
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    6 Computer: Click Edit Web Services > Desired Web service > Edit > Follow the onscreen instructions and enter your account information for the selected Web service > Set > Finish. The camera settings screen will appear again. 7 Computer: Select the Web service to set in the camcorder and then click
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    even set up to 20 e-mail addresses. * The available Web services may be updated. For details, refer to the help module of CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. NOTES • If the date set in the camcorder is not correct, the camcorder cannot connect to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. Make sure the date is correct before trying
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    on the camcorder's screen and the connection will be established. 4 Select the desired Web service. • Select one of the available Web services other than files you have sent and the various settings for the Web services. For details on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, refer to the Help module (in the upper
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    20 e-mail addresses in the camcorder. 1 Computer: Start CameraWindow and log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. Refer to Setting the Desired Web Services in the Camcorder (A 131). 2 Computer: Click Edit Web Services > Desired Web service > Edit > Follow the onscreen instructions and set the e-mail address
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    the camcorder's screen and the connection will be established. 4 Touch [ ]. 5 Perform steps 5 to 8 of Sharing Your Recordings Using Web Services (A to the instruction manuals for the computer, software and access point. LAN cable Operating modes: Access point Computer SCN 1 Camcorder: Activate
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    router's settings and capability, playback may take time to start or may not appear smooth. For details, refer to Troubleshooting (A 163). Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point The camcorder can connect to a Wi-Fi network using a wireless router (access point) and even remember the settings for the
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    the camcorder's instructions, you select your wireless router from a list and then enter your password. For details, see Searching for Access Points (A 139) [Manual Setup] You manually enter the wireless router's name, password and other network settings. This method is recommended for advanced
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    Refer also to the router's instruction manual. 1 [WPS: Button] router's WPS settings screen. After the 8-digit PIN code appears on the camcorder's screen, enter it into your router's WPS settings Services (A 133) or Playback on a Computer (A 136) as necessary. Searching for Access Points The camcorder
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    Wi-Fi Settings (A 142) or Sharing Your Recordings Using Web Services (A 133), as necessary. Using the virtual keyboard When you need SSID) cannot be detected due to the stealth function being enabled. Manual setup is for advanced users of Wi-Fi networks. To enter text for the various settings
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    is not necessary. 4 Touch [Automatic] or [Manual] to select how to obtain the IP address Settings (A 142) or Sharing Your Recordings Using Web Services (A 133), as necessary. NOTES • The Wi- to use. Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings When the camcorder is connected to an access point or to a Wi-
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    in Manual Setup (A 140). The next time you make a wireless connection, you will need to change the Wi-Fi settings in the smartphone. To view the access point's connection settings 2 Touch [Access Point Connection Settings]. • The 4 access points' SSID settings in the camcorder's memory will
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    , like your camcorder, to connect to a wired network (including to the Internet) using the Wi-Fi standard. In most cases, this will be your wireless router. IP Address Exclusive number assigned to each device connected to the network. SSID Service Set Identifier. This
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    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and available functions are indicated by z and functions not available are indicated by -. On the camcorder's screen, menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an
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    or off - - zz [R Faders] [j Off], [T Fade Trigger], z - z z [V Wipe], [Black Screen], [White Screen] [Zoom Type] [ Optical], [ Advanced], [ Digital] - - zz [È Powered [ON], [OFF] IS] - - zz [z Pre REC] [ON], [OFF] z - zz [< Focus] [D] (manual focus): - - zz Toggle on or off, Touch AF
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    All Scenes] - - [Edit] Panel - Mode Control Button 6/4 From the built-in memory: [Copy (&` )] [Delete] Index Screen , [Select], [All Photos
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    when you turn on the camcorder. [Full Wide Angle]: The zoom position will be at full wide angle. [Last Used Position]: The zoom position will be at the same position it was the last time you used zoom. • When this function is set to [Full Wide Angle] and you manually adjust the focus, the focus will
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    • This function is available when the shooting mode is set to SCN , or . s / Playback Setup Menu item [Select Music] [Slideshow Transition] [Video Snapshot Length] Setting options y A [j Off], [i On] When [i On] - list of music tracks, [Music Balance] [y] [Û] z z 95 (Original sound/
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    • Using the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack. [LCD Mirror Image]: When set to [i On], this function camcorder's main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the compact power adapter if you leave it turned on without a memory
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    This function is not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using the Memory] 6/4 [&] (built-in memory), [ ] (memory card) z- - - [Used Space in Memory] 6/4 [&] (built-in memory), [ ] (memory card) - zz - 6/4 - [External Hard Drive Info]* - zz - [AV/Headphones] [Ò AV
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    (Default: [Ò Decoration]) [Battery Info] - zzz - [ Firmware] - z- - - 6/4 - [Delete Memory Save Folder]* - z z 118 [Reset All] [No], [Yes] zzz - * Option available only after connecting an external hard drive to the camcorder. [Available Space in Memory]/[Used Space in Memory
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    nominal built-in memory capacity listed in the specifications. [External Hard Drive Info]: When the camcorder is connected to an external hard drive, or playback time (during playback mode). • If the battery pack is exhausted, the battery information may not be dis- played. [Displayed Units]:
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    the file number range from 100 to 999 and the last four digits range from 0001 to 9900. File numbers are automatically assigned consecutive numbers. [Auto Power Off]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation
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    ) 1 Control button [PHOTO]: Take a photo (A 41, 93) 2 Smart AUTO* (A 43) 3 Zoom controls (A 48) 4 Total number of scenes / Total recording time 5 Memory operation (A 157) 6 Intelligent IS (A 45) 7 Remaining battery charge (A 157) * Available only in mode. 8 Control button [START]: Start
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    82) S q Image stabilizer (A 75) aS Tele macro (A 86) S s Movie format (A 60) * 6/4 only. S d Remaining recording time On the memory card & In the built-in memory* ( Relay recording* (A 63) S f Video quality (A 60) S g Audio scene (A 87) S h Control button [ ]: Open the [ Main Functions] panel (A 38
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    Playing Movies (during playback) sD Playback control buttons (A 52) D d Scene playback time D f Scene number D g Date/Time (A 149) D h Volume and background music balance controls (A 52, 96) D j Decoration (A 69) Viewing Photos kD Control button [Edit]: Open the Edit panel (A 146) lD Current
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    charge as a 100% 75% 50% 25% 0% percentage of the full charge of the battery pack. • When the battery charge becomes low, replace or charge the battery pack. Depending on the condition of the camcorder or battery, the actual battery charge may not match what is displayed on the screen. • When
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    Service Center if the problem persists. CHECK THIS FIRST Power supply • Is the battery charged? Is the compact power adapter correctly con- nected to the camcorder? (A 21) Recording • Did you turn the camcorder on and correctly set it to a recording mode? (A 41, 46) If you are recording on a memory
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    end of its battery life. Buy a new battery pack. Recording Pressing Y will not start recording. - You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous recordings onto the memory (while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing). Wait until the camcorder has finished. - The memory is full or it
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    a short while, it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. Playback Cannot delete a scene. - You may not be able to delete scenes recorded or edited using another device. Deleting scenes takes longer than usual. - When the memory contains a large number of scenes
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    so the remaining battery charge cannot be displayed. lights up in red. - A memory card error occurred. Turn off the camcorder. Remove and reinsert the memory card. Initialize the memory card if the display does not change back to normal. - The memory card is full. Replace the memory card or delete
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    be output from the AV OUT/× terminal while Wi-Fi functions are in use. 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. Cannot record on the memory card. - The memory card is full. Delete some
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    memory card in advance (A 107). 6/4 Wi-Fi Functions Refer also to the instruction manual of your wireless router and other devices you will use. Cannot connect with the wireless router. - Check that the wireless router is working correctly. - The effective communication range between the camcorder
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    you turn on the camcorder. In the event of a malfunction, recordings may be lost so back up your recordings regularly. 6/4 Built-in memory error - The built-in memory could not be read. Contact a Canon Service Center. 6/4 Built-in memory is full - The built-in memory is full ([& End] appears on the
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    Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot communicate with the battery pack. Continue using this battery pack? - You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder. - If you are using
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    Initialize the memory card with this camcorder (A 33). Cannot record - You cannot capture video snapshot scenes from scenes recorded or edited using another device. - There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center. 6/4 Cannot
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    , appears in red, perform the following: Turn off the camcorder and remove and reinsert the memory card. If turns back to green you can resume recording/playback. If the problem persists, save your recordings (A 111) and initialize the memory card (A 33). Check whether the lens cover is open
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    that is not supported (PAL or SECAM). Play back the recordings in the memory card with the device originally used to record them. Memory card cover is open - After inserting a memory card, close the memory card slot cover. Memory card is full - The memory card is full. Delete some recordings
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    . Task in progress. Do not disconnect the power source. - The camcorder is updating the memory. Wait until the operation ends and do not disconnect the compact power adapter or remove the battery pack. This photo cannot be displayed - You may not be able to display photos taken with other devices
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    the hard drive was corrupted. 6/4 List of Messages for Wi-Fi Functions Refer also to the instruction manual of your wireless router and other devices you will use. Another user is already controlling the camcorder. Try again later. - This message appears on the screen of the Wi-Fi device. Multiple
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    the camcorder. After a short while, turn it on again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service Center. Unable to complete WPS. Try the operation again. - Some wireless routers require pressing and holding the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button. For details, refer to the instruction manual of
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    them on again and perform the Wi-Fi network setup again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service Center. List of Messages for Web Services Check network settings - The network settings in the camcorder are not correctly configured. Check the connection point, SSID and other network settings
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    connecting to the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server. Check the settings saved on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and set them again in the camcorder. Insufficient space is not supported by the selected Web service. Check the recording before sending. Try again - An error occurred when connecting to the CANON iMAGE
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    to an external device such as a computer or digital video recorder (A 107) and save them on a regular basis. This will protect your important recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD
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    Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases, °C (86 °F). Battery Pack DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care. • Keep it away from fire (or it might explode). • Do not expose the battery pack to temperature
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    card. Forcing a mem- ory card into the slot if it is not correctly oriented may damage the memory card or the camcorder. • Do not attach any labels or stickers on the memory card. • Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have a physical switch to prevent writing on the card so as to avoid the accidental
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    for about 3 months. To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected for 24 hours with the camcorder off. Disposal When you delete movies or initialize the memory, only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is
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    to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected. Continued use may damage the camcorder. Condensation may form in the following cases: • When the camcorder is moved quickly from cold to warm places • When the camcorder is left in a humid room • When a cold room
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    • Remove the memory card and battery pack. Then, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let 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
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    area) Card reader/writer Printer Computer External hard drive** TV/HDTV Digital video recorder Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. 1 CA-110 Compact Power Adapter 8 HTC-100/S* or HTC-100 High Speed 5 Memory card HDMI Cable 6 IFC-300PCU
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    of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 2 Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select one of the following models: BP-718 or BP-727. When you use battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark, the camcorder will communicate with
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    BP-718 BP-727 Using the camcorder 335 min. 465 min. Using the CG-700 Battery Charger 220 min. 315 min. Recording 160 min. 220 min. 235 min. 235 min. 245 min. Recording AVCHD movies using a memory card Battery pack BP-718 Video quality 60P MXP FXP LP Recording (maximum) 90 min. 95 min.
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    Playback 215 min. 230 min. 235 min. 240 min. 6/4 Recording MP4 movies using the built-in memory Battery pack BP-718 BP-727 Video quality 35 Mbps 24 Mbps 17 Mbps 4 Mbps 35 Mbps 24 Mbps for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, and power on/off. Additional Information Š 183
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    , you can save an entire memory onto the device. Check in advance the USB cable supplied with your external hard drive. qA SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 185
    Specifications VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400  - Values given are approximate figures. System • Recording System Movies: AVCHD* Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch MP4 Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-2 AAC-LC (2ch) Photos: DCF (Design rule for Camera File system),
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 186
    x 1080) When advanced zoom is on: 1920 x 1080 (wide angle) 1360 x 765 (full telephoto) • LCD Touch Screen: 3 in., wide, TFT color, 230,000 dots, touch operation • Microphone: Stereo electret condenser microphone • Lens f=2.8-89.6 mm, F/1.8-4.5, 32x optical zoom, 53x advanced zoom 35 mm equivalent
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 187
    DC (battery pack), 5.3 V DC (compact power adapter) • Power consumption 3.2 W (FXP mode, AF on, LCD normal brightness, memory card) • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt) 53 x 57 x 116 mm (2.1 x 2.2 x 4.6 in.) • Weight (camcorder body
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 188
    BP-718 Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery • Rated voltage: 3.6 V DC • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) • Battery capacity: 1,840 mAh (typical); 6.5 Wh / 1,790 mAh (minimum) • Dimensions: 30.3 x 24.9 x 40.1 mm (1.2 x 0.98 x 1.6 in.) • Weight: 42 g (1.5 oz)
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 189
    to MIX_99.JPG On the memory card: \CANON\PRIVATE\MY_PICT\MIX_01.JPG to MIX_99.JPG Sample image mix frames can be found in the "MY_PICT" folder of the supplied VIXIA CD-ROM. Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of January
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 190
    battery 177 C CameraAccess 125 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 121, 130 Capturing photos/video snapshot scenes from a movie 92 Chroma key 73 Cinema mode 65 Cinema-look filters 65 Condensation 178 Connections to external devices 103 Converting movies to MP4 format 110 Copying recordings to a memory
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 191
    Main Functions panel 38, 144 Maintenance 178 Markers 148 Memory card 27, 176 Memory save 116 MIC terminal 91 Movie format (AVCHD/MP4 39 Movie Uploader . 125 Resetting all camcorder settings 162 S Saving recordings 107 Transferring to a computer 111 Using external video recorders 119 Scene
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 192
    Wi-Fi functions 122 Y YouTube 121 Z Zoom 47 Advanced zoom 47 Zoom speed 47 192 Š Additional Information * 6/4 only.
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 193
    follow operating instructions; B) If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA's factory service centers or authorized service facilities; D) If
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 194
    PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF CANON USA. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU).THIS
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 195
    the instruction manual; ii) the use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with the Equipment that do not conform to Canon specifications or that cause abnormally frequent service problems; iii) repairs or services performed by any party other than a Canon Service Facility
  • Canon VIXIA HF R400 | Instruction Manual - Page 196
    , Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: +852 3191 2333, Fax: +852 2428 3963 For support concerning PIXELA's software, please call PIXELA customer support (see the back cover of the Startup Guide for PIXELA's software). © CANON INC. 2013 PUB. DIE-0431-000 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146
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