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- Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 1
PUB. DIE-0444-000 HD Camcorder Instruction Manual NTSC - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 2
Instructions COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA mini the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 3
evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low-power wireless devices CANON (1-800-652-2666) Battery Charger CB-2LV This power unit is intended to be correctly orientated in a vertical or floor mount position. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 4
listed at the end of this instruction manual (A 253). REGIONS Canada, Hong Kong S.A.R., South Korea, USA Model ID0032: VIXIA mini Trademark Acknowledgements • microSD, microSDHC from Microsoft. • "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video com- posed of 1,080 vertical - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 5
• This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 6
Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA mini. 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 199). Conventions Used in this Manual Important precautions related to the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 7
are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. • Illustrations of the camcorder's screen or a computer's screen included in this manual may show only relevant parts of the screen. • Navigation buttons: The navigation bar at the bottom of the page offers up to four buttons to let you get quickly - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 8
Table of Contents Important Usage Instructions 2 About this Manual 6 The Camcorder's Functions in Real-Life Situations 13 Unique functions for special cases 13 Getting the look you want 14 Challenging subjects and shooting conditions .......... 15 Audio, - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 9
a Memory Card 36 First Time Settings 38 Basic Setup 38 Changing the Time Zone 41 Initializing a Memory Card 42 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 44 Using the Touch Screen 44 Using the Menus 45 Operating Modes 51 Basic Recording and Playback 53 Basic Recording 54 Recording Video 54 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 10
Functions 102 Self Timer 102 Decoration: Adding a Personal Touch 103 Image Rotation and Image Flipping 108 Audio Scenes 110 When You Want More Control 112 White Balance 112 Exposure 114 Face Detection 117 Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes and Photos from a Movie 120 10 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 11
131 Uploading Recordings to the Web 137 Wi-Fi Functions 138 The Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions 140 Wireless Connections Without an Access Point ..... Wireless Connections Using an Access Point ........ 154 Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 154 Wireless Playback on a Computer 161 Wi-Fi - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 12
] Menus 180 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 192 Trouble 199 Troubleshooting 199 List of Messages 210 Do's and Don'ts 226 Handling Precautions 226 Maintenance/Others 232 Cleaning 232 Condensation 233 Using the Camcorder Abroad 234 General Information 235 Optional Accessories 235 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 13
The Camcorder's Functions in Real-Life Situations Unique functions for special cases Record a mirror image of your dance training so you can practice along with the playback - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 14
gorgeous video and photos without bothering with settings. X N mode (A 54) Make the image brighter or darker than the exposure set by the camcorder. X Exposure (A 114) Change how smooth or natural movement looks in your videos. X Frame Rate (A 182) Create a copy of your movies applying a unique - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 15
Shoot great video of special scene situations with minimal settings. X Shooting Modes (A 90) Obtain natural-looking colors even under special lighting conditions. X White Balance (A 112) Optimize the exposure for the desired subject just by touching the screen. X Touch AE (A 116) Keep the exposure - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 16
Save parts of your video as photos or short video snapshot scenes. X Capturing Photos/Video Snapshot Scenes (A 120) Convert your scenes into a smaller file size to upload to the Web. X Converting and Resizing Movies (A 128) Play a slideshow of your photos. X Slideshow (A 84) Enjoy your recordings on - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 17
. X Wi-Fi Remote Control (CameraAccess) (A 145) Use a Web browser on your smartphone or tablet to access and play back the recordings in the camcorder. X Remote Browse/Playback via Browser (A 148) Use an iOS app to wirelessly transfer recordings to your iPhone/iPad and upload them to the Web - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 18
Share your recordings with Web albums using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. X CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 154) Connect the camcorder to your home network and wirelessly stream your recordings. X Media Server (A 161) X Wi-Fi Connection to an Access Point (A 163) Review and change Wi-Fi - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 19
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROM The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCB-2LV Battery Charger* NB-4L Battery PackW XIFC-400PCU USB Cable WS-DC11 Wrist StrapW XGetting Started Leaflet Canon VIXIA mini CD-ROMW * CB-2LVE including power cord, in Asia. - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 20
The Canon VIXIA mini CD-ROM contains the following components: - Instruction Manual - The full-version instruction manual of the camcorder ( CANON iMAGE GATEWAY*, YouTube and Facebook. An Internet connection is required for full installation of the software. * CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online service - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 21
Names of Parts Left side view 1 234 5 7 6 8 1 Photo button (A 61) 2 Memory card slot cover (A 36) 3 ACCESS indicator (A 54, 61) 4 LCD panel (A 25) 5 Adjustable stand (A 25) 6 Memory card slot (A 36) 7 Strap mount (A 25) 8 USB terminal (A 124, 126) 21 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 22
Right side view 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 9 (playback mode) button (A 65, 70) 10 Terminal cover 11 Power indicator 12 Power switch (ON/OFF) (A 54, 61) 13 Strap mount (A 25) 14 HDMI terminal (A 124, 125) 15 DC IN terminal To use the optional CA-110 Compact Power Adapter. 22 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 23
Front view 16 Top view 18 19 17 16 Lens cover 17 Stereo microphone (A 110) 18 Speaker (A 67) 19 LCD touch screen (A 26, 44) 23 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 24
Bottom view 20 21 22 23 Back view 24 25 20 Serial number 21 Tripod socket (A 228) 22 Battery compartment cover (A 30) 23 Wi-Fi antenna (A 138) 24 Battery release latch (A 30) 25 Battery compartment (A 30) 24 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 25
Adjusting the camcorder's position The camcorder has an adjustable stand (5) and an articulated LCD panel (4) that allow you to easily adjust its position to match your are approximate): 1 2 3 80° 90° 95° 13 Strap mount You can attach the supplied wrist strap to one side of the camcorder. 25 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 26
19 LCD touch screen • The screen is produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black, red, blue or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 27
explains how to charge a battery pack and how to install it in the camcorder. Using a Memory Card Next, you need to prepare a memory card where cards that can be used and how to insert one into the camcorder. First Time Settings Now that your camcorder is powered up and has a mem- 38 ory card, you - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 28
Basic Operation of the Camcorder 44 In this section you can learn more about basic operations, such as using the touch screen, changing operating modes and using the menus. 28 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 29
Charging and Inserting the Battery Pack Charging and Inserting the Battery Pack Charge the supplied battery pack in advance, using the supplied battery charger. 1 2 3 2 3 1 ■ Charging the Battery Pack 1 Attach the battery pack to the battery charger, aligning the triangle marks. 2 Extract - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 30
2 1 3 1 2 ■ Inserting the Battery Pack 1 Push the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to open it. 2 Insert the battery pack with the Canon label facing the bottom of the camcorder. • Push the battery pack all the way in, until the battery release latch secures it in place. 30 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 31
arrow so the battery pack springs out. Remove the battery pack and close the cover. 3 2 1 2 1, 4 3 4 • Turn off the camcorder before removing the battery pack. After turning off the camcorder, important data is updated on the memory card. Be sure to wait until the green power indicator goes - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 32
of the battery pack.) • If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder using the optional CA-110 Compact Power Adapter. Battery packs cannot be charged by the camcorder even when the optional compact power adapter is used. • For approximate recording/playback times with a fully - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 33
Charging and Inserting the Battery Pack • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery. 33 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 34
this camcorder. We recommend using memory cards rated SD Speed Class 10. As of June 2013, the movie recording function has been tested using microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba and SanDisk. For the latest information on memory cards that can be used, visit your local Canon - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 35
When you buy a new memory card, look for the Speed Class logo on the package. ■ microSDXC Cards You can use microSDXC cards with this camcorder. When using microSDXC cards with other devices, such as digital recorders, computers and card readers, make sure that the external device is compatible with - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 36
the first time, you will need to complete the basic setup first (A 38), and then initialize the memory card (A 42). 1 3 2, 4 1 2 3 4 1 Turn off the camcorder. • Set the power switch to OFF and check that the power indicator is off. 2 Open the memory card slot cover. 3 Insert the memory card - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 37
way out. • 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 3. 37 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 38
First Time Settings First Time Settings Basic Setup The first time you turn on the camcorder, you will be guided by the camcorder's basic setup screens to select the camcorder's language and set the date and time. For details on how to use the touch screen, refer to Using the Touch Screen (A 44). 1 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 39
First Time Settings Touch [æ] after selecting a language 3 Touch [Y.M.D], [M.D,Y] or [D.M.Y] to select the date for- mat you prefer and then touch [æ]. • After you select the date format, the [Date/Time] screen will appear with the first field selected. 4 Touch a field you want to change (year, - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 40
language and adjust the date and time later on, using the following menu settings. - 1 > q > [Language H] - 1 > q > [Date/Time] • When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 weeks, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be lost. In such - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 41
time of another location. This is convenient when you travel so that you can set the camcorder to match the time of your home location or that of your destination. This section requires using the camcorder's menus. For details about how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus (A 45). Shooting - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 42
time. You can also initialize a memory card to permanently delete all the recordings it contains. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Make sure the camcorder has sufficient power to com- plete the operation. • Insert a fully charged battery pack or use the optional CA-110 Compact Power Adapter - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 43
cancel the initialization while it is in progress. All recordings will be erased and the memory card can be used without any problem. • Initializing a memory card will permanently erase all recordings. Lost original recordings cannot be recovered. Make sure you save important recordings in advance - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 44
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Basic Operation of the Camcorder Using the Touch Screen The buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change or left and right across the screen. Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to adjust slider controls like the volume. 44 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 45
with wet or gloved hands. - Applying excessive force with your finger. Using the Menus The 0 (Home) menu is the gateway to most of the camcorder's functions and settings. In recording mode, the 0 (Home) menu offers immediate access to some frequently used functions. In playback mode, it is from the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 46
Basic Operation of the Camcorder ■ 0 (Home) Menu Recording mode Playback mode 1 Touch [0] on the bottom left corner (recording mode) or top left corner (playback mode) of the screen to open - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 47
offer the most appropriate settings for a variety of special scenes. [ Flip/Rotate Image] (recording mode only) (A 108) You can have the camcorder record a mirror image (flipped horizontally) or automatically detect its position to rotate the image during playback. * For these menu items, the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 48
Menu item Description [< Self Timer] (recording mode only) (A 102) Convenient function to give you time to get in the picture after setting up the camcorder. [4 Remote Control+Streaming] (recording mode only) (A 145) Use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control to record with the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 49
the various Wi-Fi functions, such as uploading recordings to the Web or playing back recordings using a smartphone. ■ Using the Menus Changing the camcorder's various settings using the menus is very easy. You make your selection simply by touching the button of the desired option. When they appear - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 50
Settings] menus offer many options to control various aspects of the camcorder's operation. For details, refer to the complete list of settings under submenus (tabs). For brevity's sake, these settings are referenced throughout the manual like this: "1 > q > [Language H]". In this example (to change - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 51
selection bar, touch [æ]. 6 Touch the desired option and touch [X]. • You can touch [X] to close the menu at any time. Operating Modes In this manual, the camcorder's operating modes are indicated with a bar of icons. A full icon in blue (N) indicates that the function described can be used in that - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 52
(A 90). The shooting mode icons are the same icons used in the shooting mode selection screen. ■ Playback 1 1 Press the ^ button to switch the camcorder between recording mode and playback mode. In the bar of operating mode icons, the y icon refers to playing back movies, whether from the [y] index - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 53
Basic Recording and Playback Basic Recording This section covers how to easily record video and photos 54 in N mode. To record using other shooting modes, use more advanced functions and enjoy full access to all menu settings, refer to Advanced Functions (A 85). Basic Playback 65 This section - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 54
Basic Recording Basic Recording Recording Video With N mode, you can take great-looking videos by letting the camcorder automatically adjust settings. N mode is therefore used as an example in the following procedure. You can select a different shooting mode according to the shooting conditions (A - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 55
1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camcorder. • The lens cover will open. • Place and adjust the camcorder as necessary. If shooting with the camcorder hand-held, be careful not to obstruct the lens. 2 Set the camcorder to N mode. Touch the shooting mode button > [N Auto] > [OK] • This - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 56
Basic Recording 4 4 4 4 Touch [Ü] to begin recording. • Movies have an aspect ratio of 16:9. When the recording starts, the onscreen display will change to letterbox mode. • The ACCESS indicator will flash from time to time while the scene is being recorded. 5 Touch [Ñ] to stop recording. When - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 57
Basic Recording ■ Changing the Field of View The camcorder features a ultra wide angle lens so you can capture a vast field of view (about 160° for video, about 170° for photos), for example to include a - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 58
to add a fun personal touch using stamps and drawings. About the Smart AUTO function In N mode, the camcorder will automatically detect certain characteristics of the subject, background, lighting conditions, etc.* It will then adjust the exposure and color, selecting the best settings for the scene - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 59
People (stationary) People (moving) Subjects other than people, such as landscapes Sunset - - Background Dark Dark + Spotlight - - • In order to protect the lens, turn off the camcorder after you have finished recording to keep the lens cover closed. 59 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 60
the ^ button. • Be sure to save your recordings regularly (A 131), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. • If a subject is too close to the camcorder, it may not be able to focus correctly. You can set the shooting mode to (A 90 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 61
standby mode is less detailed than the image that will actually be recorded. • Using the optional SP-V1 Splashproof Case is recommended to operate the camcorder with wet hands, for example when recording in the kitchen. Available functions and operations are limited when the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 62
be careful not to obstruct the lens. 1 2 2 3 3 Shooting mode button 1 2 Set the camcorder to N mode. Touch the shooting mode button > [N Auto] > [OK] • This step is not necessary the first time you use the camcorder. 3 If necessary, change the field of view and photo size. • Refer to Changing - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 63
Basic Recording 4, 5 5 5 4, 5 4 Press the photo button halfway to lock the exposure. • The camcorder will beep and automatically adjust the exposure. • and the aperture value and shutter speed will appear on the screen. 5 Press the photo button fully to - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 64
Basic Recording The information in the sidebars, (important precautions) and (additional notes) sections in the previous pages (A 58-61) apply also to photo shooting. • Photos can only be recorded in record standby mode. 64 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 65
Basic Playback Basic Playback Playing Back Video Shooting mode N IJLK 1 Playback 'y} 1 1 Press the ^ button to turn on the camcorder in play- back mode. • The [y] index screen will appear. • To play back only video snapshot scenes, touch 0 > [¦] to open the [¦] index screen. 65 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 66
your finger right/left (2a) or touch [Ï] or [Ð] (2b) to display the previous/next index screen. 3 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. • Touch the screen to display the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 67
Basic Playback To adjust the volume 1 During playback, touch the screen to display the play- back controls. 2 Touch [ ], drag your finger along the [Speaker Volume] bar, or repeatedly touch the speaker icon on either end of it, to adjust the volume and touch [K]. Playback controls Playback 1 2 3 4 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 68
Basic Playback 6 Volume control. 7 Decoration (A 103). 8 Capture a video snapshot scene (A 120). 9 Fast playback* backward/forward. 10 Recording date. 11 Jump to the beginning of the next scene. 12 Resume the playback. 13 Capture the displayed frame as a photo (A 122). 14 Slow playback** backward/ - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 69
Basic Playback 2 Touch [K] twice to return to the index screen. ■ Repeat Playback During playback of the desired scene: Touch the screen to display the playback controls The same scene will be played back in a loop. Repeat the procedure to return to normal playback. Stopping the playback will also - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 70
is turned on, press the ^ button to switch back and forth between playback and recording mode. • When the camcorder is off, you can press the ^ button to turn it on directly in playback mode. • When 1 > q > [SP-V1 Mode] is set to [i On], playback mode - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 71
loss. - Do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not press the ^ button. • You may not be able to play back with this camcorder movies recorded on or copied onto a memory card using another device. • You can use the 1 > t > [Display Date - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 72
from the built-in speaker while the optional HTC-100 High Speed HDMI cable is connected to the camcorder. Viewing Photos Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Press the ^ button to turn on the camcorder in play- back mode. • The [y] index screen will appear. 1 1 2 Open the [}] index screen. 72 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 73
Basic Playback 0 > [} Photo Playback] Visual bar shows the relative loca- tion of the cur- 3a 3a rent index screen. 3b 3b Folder name. The last four digits represent the recording date (1103 = 3 November). 3 Look for the photo you want to view. • Drag your finger right/left (3a) or touch - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 74
Basic Playback ■ Photo Jump Function When you have recorded a large number of photos, you can jump easily through the photos using a scroll bar. 1 In single photo view, display the [Photo Jump] scroll bar. Touch the screen to display the playback controls > [h] 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð], or drag your - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 75
your finger along the magnified area to check other parts of the photo. The white square within the frame represents the approximate location of the portion of the photo Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not press the ^ button. • The following image files may not be displayed - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 76
Basic Playback Deleting Scenes You can delete those scenes that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting scenes allows you also to free up space on the memory card. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} ■ Deleting a Single Scene 1 Play back the scene you want to delete (A 65). 2 Pause the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 77
Basic Playback ■ Deleting Scenes from the Index Screen 1 Open the [y] or [¦] index screen (A 65). • To delete all the scenes saved in the same folder (recorded on the same date), drag your finger left/right until a scene you want to delete appears. 2 Delete the scenes. [Edit] > [Delete] > Desired - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 78
is on or flashing (while scenes are being deleted). - Do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not press the ^ button. 78 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 79
Basic Playback • To delete all movies and make all recordable space available again you may prefer to initialize the memory card (A 42). Trimming Scenes You can trim scenes by removing everything up to a certain point or everything after a certain point. By doing so, you leave only memorable - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 80
Basic Playback • Playback controls will appear on the screen (A 67). Use any special playback modes (fast playback, frame reverse/ advance) as necessary to locate the desired point. 4 Trim the scene. [Trim] > [Trim Before Marker] or [Trim After Marker] > [Save as New] or [Overwrite] • You can select - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 81
Basic Playback Deleting Photos You can delete those photos that you are not interested in keeping. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} ■ Deleting a Single Photo 1 In single photo view, select the photo you want to delete. 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. 3 Delete the photo. [ - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 82
Basic Playback ■ Deleting Photos from the Index Screen 1 Open the [}] index screen (A 72). • To delete all the photos saved in the same folder (recorded on the same date), drag your finger left/right until a photo you want to delete appears. 2 Delete the photos. [Edit] > [Delete] > Desired option* > - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 83
all the photos. • Be careful when deleting photos. Deleted photos cannot be recovered. • Photos that were protected with other devices cannot be deleted with this camcorder. 83 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 84
Basic Playback Slideshow You can play a slideshow of all the photos. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Open the [}] index screen (A 72). 2 Touch the photo that will open the slideshow to display it in single photo view. 3 Start the slideshow. Touch the screen to display the playback controls - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 85
Video Quality and Shooting Modes This section explains how to change the video quality of 87 your recordings and how to use the camcorder's various shooting modes to get perfect recordings when you are shooting fashion scenes, dance training sessions, night scenes or many other special scenes - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 86
When You Want More Control This section explains functions you can use when you 112 want more control over how your recordings look. It is more oriented for advanced users and covers functions such as white balance, exposure compensation and frame rate. 86 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 87
Video Quality and Shooting Modes Video Quality and Shooting Modes Selecting the Video Quality The camcorder offers three video quality options (bit rates*) for recording movies. Select 24 Mbps for higher video quality; select 4 Mbps for longer recording times or smaller - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 88
will continue as a separate scene. • Depending on the device used, you may not be able to play back your recordings on other devices. • The camcorder uses a variable bit rate (VBR) to encode video so the actual recording times will vary depending on the content of the scenes. • Long scenes, whose - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 89
Video Quality and Shooting Modes Selecting the Photo Size Photos are recorded as JPG files. The camcorder offers three photo sizes but the photo quality cannot be changed. As a general rule, select a larger photo size for higher quality. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 0 > [1 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 90
appropriate settings for a variety of special scenes. You can also use the ' shooting mode when you want the camcorder to set the exposure automatically but control manually some advanced settings. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} Shooting mode button 1 Touch the shooting mode button on the top - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 91
/down to bring the desired shooting mode to the center and then touch [OK]. Options ( Default value; ƒ - special scene shooting mode) [N Auto] Let the camcorder take care of most of the settings while you concentrate on recording (A 54). Great for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 92
subjects will also stand out more because of the fisheye effect of the ultra wide angle lens. [' Programmed AE] The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture but you have the option to adjust the white balance (A 112) and exposure (A 114), and change the frame rate (A 182). 92 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 93
smooth during playback. • [L Beach]/[K Snow]: The subject may become overexposed on cloudy days or in shaded places. Check the image on the screen. • [ Macro]: The camcorder can focus on a subject as close as 20 cm (7.9 in.). 93 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 94
that captures the passage of time. Sound is not recorded in this special recording mode. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Make sure the camcorder has sufficient power to com- plete the operation. • Insert a fully charged battery pack or use the optional CA-110 Compact Power Adapter. 2 Activate - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 95
Start recording with interval recording. • Movies: Touch [Ü] to record the first video. Photos: Press the photo button, first halfway, then fully. • The camcorder will continue recording interval scenes or photos at the set interval. The number of videos/photos recorded so far, and a countdown until - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 96
Special Recording Modes 7 Touch [Yes] to delete the original interval scenes. • If you prefer to keep the original interval scenes even after they were successfully joined, touch [No] instead. • You can touch [Stop] to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. 8 Touch [OK]. • A new time-lapse - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 97
Special Recording Modes 3 Touch [Join] and continue from step 5 in the previous procedure (A 95). • Face detection and tracking, decoration, exposure adjustment and Wi-Fi functions cannot be used during interval recording. In N mode, the Smart AUTO function that automatically adjusts the brightness - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 98
• When you select a recording interval of 30 seconds or longer, the camcorder will enter standby mode when it is not recording in order to save power. In standby mode the screen will turn off and the power indicator will light up in red. Slow and Fast Motion You can use slow motion - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 99
Special Recording Modes 2 Touch [Ü]/[Ñ] to record scenes in slow/fast motion. To change the playback speed You can change the playback speed while activating slow/fast motion (from the [ Slow Motion]/[ Fast Motion] selection screen) or from the record standby screen after slow/fast motion is - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 100
• ¦ and the video snapshot length currently selected, and a blue border appear on the screen. 2 To record only a video snapshot scene: Touch [Ü]. • The camcorder records for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar) and then automatically returns to record standby mode. 100 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 101
3 To record a photo along with a video snapshot scene: Press the photo button, first halfway, then fully. • The camcorder records a photo and about 4 seconds of video after that. Then, the camcorder returns to record standby mode. • You can change the length of the video snapshot scenes recorded to - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 102
• or will appear on the screen. • Repeat, selecting [j Off], to turn off the self timer. Movies: In record standby mode, touch [Ü]. The camcorder starts recording after a countdown. The countdown appears on the screen. Photos: In record standby mode, press the photo button, first halfway, then fully - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 103
actions will cancel the self timer. - Touching [Ü] again, when recording movies. - Pressing the photo button, when recording photos. - Turning off the camcorder. - Pressing the ^ button. Decoration: Adding a Personal Touch Add a new level of enjoyment to your scenes by decorating them. You can add - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 104
Convenient Functions ■ Decorating Scenes while Recording Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 In record standby mode, touch [Ò] to open the deco- ration screen. 2 Use a tool from the toolbar as explained in the follow- ing procedures. 3 Touch [Ü]/[Ñ] to record movies with your decorations. • You - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 105
to [Off], decoration is not available when you rotate the LCD panel toward the lens (so it can be viewed from the front of the camcorder). ■ To Use [Pens and Stamps] Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Touch [Ó]. • The [Pens and Stamps] screen will appear. 105 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 106
on the canvas with your fingertip. • To select a different pen or stamp: Repeat steps 1 and 2. • To change color: Touch [Ó] and then touch the white or black button under [Colors]. Alternatively, touch and select a color from the color palette. • To clear your freehand drawings and stamps: Touch - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 107
Convenient Functions 2 Touch one of the buttons. 3 Touch anywhere on the canvas to place the selected animated stamp. You can also drag some animated stamps to a different location. ■ Decorating Scenes during Playback Have fun decorating movies while playing them back with friends and family. - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 108
the previous sections. • In playback mode, the [Ü]/[Ñ] button is replaced by [Ý]/ [Ð]. Touch [Ý] to pause the playback; touch [Ð] to resume. Image Rotation and Image Flipping The camcorder offers two functions to manipulate how the image is recorded or played back. Using mirror image recording, the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 109
Convenient Functions Example of image flipping [ Mirror Image] set to [Off] [ Mirror Image] set to [On] Examples of image rotation when [ Detect Orientation] is set to [On] Recording Camcorder's orientation* Onscreen icon Playback Movies** Photos*** 109 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 110
should be turned on while recording and 1 > s/ > [Auto Rotate] should be set to [i On] during playback. Audio Scenes You can have the camcorder optimize the audio settings of the built-in microphone by selecting the audio scene that matches your surroundings. This will greatly enhance the sense - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 111
and singing indoors. [ Speech] Best for recording human voices and dialog. [ Forest and Birds] To record birds and scenes in forests. The camcorder clearly captures sound as it spreads. [ Noise Suppression] To record scenes while reducing noise from wind, passing vehicles and similar ambient sound - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 112
When You Want More Control When You Want More Control White Balance The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look truly white in your recordings. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Select the [' - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 113
] The camcorder automatically sets the white balance for natural looking colors. [¼ Daylight] To record outdoors. [É Tungsten] To record under tungsten and tungsten-type 3-wavelength fluorescent lighting. [Å Custom WB] Use the custom white balance setting to make white subjects appear white under - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 114
[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 or forest). - Under mercury lamps, certain types of fluorescent lights and LED lights. Exposure The camcorder determines the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 115
1 Touch [n]. • The exposure is locked and the exposure compensation dial appears with the compensation value set at ±0. • Touch [n] again to return the camcorder to automatic exposure. 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð], or drag your finger along the dial to compensate the exposure. • + values will make the picture - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 116
. • The Touch AE mark (I) will flash and the exposure will be optimized automatically for the subject you selected. • Touch [n] to return the camcorder to automatic exposure. 2 Touch [X] to apply the selected shooting mode and adjusted exposure. • Using Touch AE also locks the exposure (the exposure - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 117
for backlight conditions. You can turn off the automatic correction with the 1 > p > [Auto Backlight Correction] setting. Face Detection The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and uses this information to set the correct exposure. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} * Face detection is - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 118
will automatically select one person it determines is the main subject. The main subject is indicated by a white frame and the camcorder will optimize the settings for that person. Other faces will have gray frames. Main subject 3 Touch a different face on the touch screen to optimize the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 119
, at a diagonal or partially hidden. • Face detection is not available in the following cases. - While recording using interval recording or slow/fast motion. - While the camcorder is controlled remotely from an iOS/Android device. - When the exposure was adjusted - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 120
(A 65). 2 At the point where you want the video snapshot scene to start, touch the screen to display the playback controls. 3 Touch [¦]. • The camcorder captures the video snapshot scene for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar), and then enters playback pause mode. 120 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 121
When You Want More Control 4 Touch [Ñ] to stop the playback. • The new video snapshot scene will be saved in a folder corresponding to the date when it was captured. • You can change the length of the video snapshot scenes you capture to 2 or 8 seconds with the 1 > s > [Video Snapshot Length] - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 122
When You Want More Control ■ Capturing Photos Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Play back the scene from which you want to capture the photo (A 65). 2 At the point you want to capture, pause the playback and capture the photo. Touch the screen to display the playback controls > [Ý] > [PHOTO] - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 123
Playback on a TV Screen 127 This section explains how to connect the camcorder to an HDTV using the optional HTC-100 High Speed HDMI Cable. Saving to other devices using cables (wired connections). To enjoy the camcorder's convenient wireless connections, refer to Wi-Fi Functions (A 138). 123 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 124
side terminal covers to access the terminals on the camcorder. 1 HDMI Terminal The HDMI terminal offers a high-quality digital connection that combines audio and video in a single convenient cable. This terminal is an HDMI mini receptacle. When using a commercially available HDMI cable, make sure - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 125
high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input termi- nal. HDMI mini connector HTC-100 High Speed HDMI Cable (optional) HDMI connector (standard) About using a single cable for both video and audio. When you connect the camcorder to an HDTV equipped with an HDMI terminal, you can enjoy video and - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 126
Connection 2 USB Type: Digital data connection Connect to a computer to save your recordings. Mini-B USB Cable (supplied) Standard-A (computer) • The HDMI terminal on the camcorder is for output only. Do not connect it to an HDMI output terminal on an external device, as this may damage - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 127
on the connected TV. • On the TV, select as the video input the same terminal to which you connected the camcorder. Refer to the instruction manual of the connected TV. 4 Turn on the camcorder and set it to playback mode. Open the desired index screen (A 65, 72). • Play back the desired movies or - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 128
Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Converting and Resizing Movies You can convert scenes to a lower video quality (down-conversion) to obtain smaller file sizes. This is convenient, for example, when you want to upload videos to the Web, as smaller video files - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 129
once, touch [Remove All] > [Yes]. 4 After selecting all the desired scenes, touch [OK] and then touch [Next]. • To add a cinema-look filter*: The camcorder offers 7 cin- ema-look filters. You can read a description of each filter and preview its effect on the screen. [FILTER 1] > Select the desired - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 130
Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 5 Touch [START] to convert the scene. • Touch [STOP] to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. 6 Touch [OK]. Options for converting and resizing movies Video quality Video quality and resolution of the converted scene and resolution of the original - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 131
USB connection and the supplied software ImageBrowser EX. Refer to '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 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 132
the VIXIA mini CD-ROM into the computer's disc drive. 2 Windows: Use Windows Explorer to open the drive into which you inserted the CD-ROM. Mac OS: Use Finder and click on the CD-ROM icon. 3 Click/Double-click the Disc_Setup icon . 4 Click [ImageBrowser EX]. 5 Follow the onscreen instructions to - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 133
to complete the installation. • During the installation process, you may be prompted to install Microsoft Silverlight. Follow the instructions to do so. • CameraWindow will also be installed. To check that the software was installed correctly You can check that the software was installed - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 134
camcorder to the computer, you also need to select the CameraWindow auto-launch setting. Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Open the desired index screen (A 65, 72). 2 Connect the camcorder 126). • Camcorder: When open CameraWindow manually. 3 Save - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 135
Saving and Sharing Your Recordings • When the camcorder is connected to a computer: - Do not remove the memory - Do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer. - Do not press the ^ button. • If you wish to use the recordings on your - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 136
video data exceeds 4 GB, will be recognized as multiple files on other devices. • Users of Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP and Mac OS X: Your camcorder is equipped with the standard Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) allowing you to transfer photos (JPEG only) simply by connecting the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 137
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 Refer to the relevant sections in the 'ImageBrowser EX User Guide'. This PDF file can be accessed through the ? menu on - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 138
use after connecting your camcorder directly to an iOS or Android device*. Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY** 154 Connect the camcorder to an access point on your home network to share recordings on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. From there you can use a variety of Web services to enjoy your - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 139
Wireless Connections Using an Access Point This section explains how to connect your camcorder to 154 an access point (wireless router) on an existing Wi-Fi Android smartphones and tablets. ** The availability of this Web service varies from area to area. For the latest information, visit your local - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 140
tablets. iOS Devices • Install the CameraAccess app and use your iPhone or iPad as a remote control to record with the camcorder (A 145). You can even stream video from the camcorder and record it directly on your iOS device. • Installing the Movie Uploader app, you can save recordings on your iOS - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 141
use your smartphone or tab- let as a remote control to record with the camcorder (A 145). You can even stream video from the camcorder and record it directly on your Android device. • Use a Web browser to access the camcorder and play back recordings on your Android device. You can also save a local - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 142
connected to the same home network (A 161). CANON iMAGE GATEWAY • Connecting the camcorder to an access point (home network) connected to the Internet, you can also share recordings on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and enjoy a number of Web services, including uploading recordings to Facebook and YouTube - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 143
function you want to use, follow the onscreen directions to connect the camcorder. * Depending on the manufacturer, the access point may be referred wireless LAN router or wireless network router. About the camcorder's Wi-Fi standard The camcorder's Wi-Fi standard complies with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 144
battery pack or using the optional CA-110 Compact Power Adapter when using Wi-Fi functions. • When using the camcorder's Wi-Fi functions, do not cover the front left corner of the camcorder with your hand or other object. The Wi-Fi antenna is located there and covering it may interfere with - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 145
's image on the device's screen. You can use your device as a remote control and you can even record the image streamed from the camcorder directly onto your device. * The CameraAccess app, provided by PIXELA, is available for free from the App Store (iOS devices) and Google Play™ (Android devices - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 146
http://appstore.com/cameraaccess Google Play™: http://play.google.com/store/apps/ details?id=jp.co.pixela.cameraaccess 1 Camcorder: Turn on the camcorder (recording mode). • Adjust the position of the camcorder. Change the field of view (A 57) or other settings to make sure you are getting the image - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 147
name (SSID) should appear in the list of networks/access points detected by the device. • As long as you do not reset the camcorder's Wi-Fi pass- word, you only need to enter the password the first time you connect the device. • When the Wi-Fi connection is correctly - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 148
commands are being sent from the iOS/Android device to the camcorder (start/stop video recording, photo recording, field of view change -Fi receiver (iOS/ Android devices, computers, etc.) to access the camcorder. You can then play back your recordings using the Web browser and even save local - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 149
device, OS, browser and video quality, you may not be able to play back or save recordings. For details, visit your local Canon Web site. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Camcorder: From any index screen, activate the Remote Browse mode. 0 > [- Wi-Fi] > [5 Playback via Browser] > [OK] • The - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 150
Wireless Connections Without an Access Point 3 iOS/Android device: Start the Web browser. 4 iOS/Android device: Enter the URL that appears on the camcorder's screen into the Web browser's address bar. • When the Wi-Fi connection is correctly established, the Remote Browse screen will appear. • The - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 151
4 GB, will be recognized as multiple files on other devices. • For details about Wi-Fi connections on computers and other devices, refer to the instruction manual of the OS, computer or device used. Saving Recordings and Uploading Movies to the Web Using an iOS Device Using the Movie Uploader app - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 152
name (SSID) should appear in the list of networks/access points detected by the device. • As long as you do not reset the camcorder's Wi-Fi pass- word, you only need to enter the password the first time you connect the device. • When the Wi-Fi connection is correctly - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 153
uploaded to YouTube. When you have finished Camcorder: Touch [End] > [OK] to end the wireless connection and turn off the camcorder. • Depending on factors such as 's Web site. http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/canon/e/movieuploader/ • Long scenes, whose video data exceeds 4 GB, will be recognized - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 154
and family, and more! To use this function, you will need an access point connected to the Internet. * Availability differs from area to area. ** "Web services" is used in this text to refer to various Internet services supported by CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. 154 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 155
's Web site for information on registration and countries/regions where you can use this service. http://canon.com/cig General requirements • Computer with the supplied software ImageBrowser EX and CameraWindow correctly installed. For details on installing the software, refer to Saving Recordings - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 156
Connections Using an Access Point ■ 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 User Guide' for details on using the software. Shooting mode N IJLK - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 157
process. • Follow the onscreen instructions to register the services you want to use. You will need the account information (user name, password, etc.) to register some services. • CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and all other selected Web services will be set in the camcorder and the CameraWindow menu screen - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 158
Conveniently share your recordings with family and friends using Web services. Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 From any index screen, set the camcorder to connect with the Web service. 0 > [- Wi-Fi] > [7 To Web Service] > [OK] • If you have previously configured and saved a connection to - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 159
Wireless Connections Using an Access Point 2 Select the desired Web service. • When you select (e-mail), the list of registered e-mail addresses will appear. Select the e-mail addresses to which you want to send an e-mail notification. 3 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 160
uploaded. You can also check what 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 right of the screen). • Upload limits with 16 or fewer characters before the @ mark can be set in the camcorder. 160 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 161
computer to the access point using a LAN cable. Refer also to the instruction manuals for the computer, software and access point. LAN cable Access point Computer Shooting mode N IJLK Playback 'y} 1 Camcorder: From any index screen, activate the media server function. 0 > [- Wi-Fi] > [8 Media - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 162
Information] to view the access point's SSID, connection protocol, and the camcorder's IP address and MAC address. 3 Computer: Start your preferred media player software and select your camcorder's model name (Canon VIXIA mini) from the list of media servers. • On standalone media players and other - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 163
router's) settings and capabilities, playback may take time to start or may not appear smooth. For details, refer to Troubleshooting (A 207). Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point The camcorder can connect to a Wi-Fi network using an access point (wireless router) and even remember the settings for - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 164
different. Read the descriptions below and continue with the procedure described in the relevant page. Options [WPS: Button]* Simply press and hold the WPS button on your wireless router and then touch the camcorder's screen. This is the easiest connection method if you are using a WPS-compatible - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 165
(WPS) (A 166). [Search for Access Points] Following the camcorder's onscreen instructions, you select the desired access point from a list and then only for advanced users of Wi-Fi networks. Continue the procedure as described in Manual Setup (A 171). * WPS, which stands for Wi-Fi Protected Setup, - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 166
to it can be very easy. If you cannot successfully connect the camcorder using WPS, try using the [Search for Access Points] method. Refer also to the router's instruction manual. 1 [WPS: Button] method • Press and hold the WPS button on the wireless router. • Depending on the router, the amount - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 167
2 Within 2 minutes, touch [OK] on the camcorder's screen. • The camcorder will connect to the access point. • You can touch configuration. • If you were in the process of performing another procedure, the camcorder will automatically connect to the access point. Return to the procedure of the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 168
is not displayed, you can touch [Í] or [Î] to go through the list of detected access points. You can also touch [Search Again] to have the camcorder search for access points again. • When the network name (SSID) of the desired access point appears, touch [OK]. 2 To enter the [Encryption Key] field - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 169
Connections Using an Access Point 3 Touch [OK] to save the configuration. • If you were in the process of performing another procedure, the camcorder will automatically connect to the access point. Return to the procedure of the function you were previously using: Step 2 in Sharing Your Recordings - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 170
Wireless Connections Using an Access Point Using the virtual keyboard When you need to enter text for various settings, touch the text field and a virtual keyboard will appear on the screen. The illustration below explains the various keys you can use. 2 3 1 4 1 Switch between letters and - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 171
settings. This may be necessary, for example, if your access point's network name (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, use the virtual keyboard (A 170). 1 In the [SSID - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 172
in the same way and touch [Next]. 9 Touch [OK] to save the configuration. • If you were in the process of performing another procedure, the camcorder will automatically connect to the access point. Return to the procedure of the function you were previously using: Step 2 in Sharing Your Recordings - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 173
will vary depending on the specifications and characteristics of the Wi-Fi network you want to use. Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings When the camcorder is connected to an access point or to a Wi-Fi-enabled device, you can view the Wi-Fi connection settings and even change them, if - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 174
Connection Settings]. • The 4 access points' SSID settings in the camcorder's memory will appear. • If there are available connection slots, you To manually change the settings of the access point con- nection displayed, touch [Edit] > [Manual Setup] and then perform the procedure in Manual Setup - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 175
access point (WAP) is a device that allows wireless devices, like your camcorder, to connect to a wired network (including to the Internet) using the Address Exclusive number assigned to each device connected to the network. SSID Service Set Identifier. This is simply the public name of a Wi-Fi - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 176
section explains the icons and displays that appear on the camcorder's various screens, with reference pages to the relevant functions. Trouble? 199 Consult the troubleshooting advice and list of messages when you are experiencing some trouble with your cam- corder. Do's and Don'ts 226 This - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 177
General Information 235 This section contains information about optional accesso- ries that can be used with the camcorder and ends with the comprehensive list of technical specifications. 177 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 178
's operating mode. On the camcorder's screen, menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (A 45). For details about each function, see the reference page. Menu options without a reference page are explained after the tables. Menu - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 179
], [G 10 sec] [4 Remote Control+Streaming] (A 145) [} Photo Playback] (A 72) [y Movie Playback] (A 65) [¦ Video Snapshot] (A 65) [- Wi-Fi] (A 138) [6 Movie Uploader], [5 Playback via Browser], [7 To Web Service], [8 Media Server], [w Check/Edit Settings] 179 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 180
Appendix: Menu Options Lists [Edit] Functions in Playback Modes Button Setting options [Convert to MP4] (A 128) [Delete] (A 76, 81) [y] or [¦] index screen: , [Select], [All Scenes] [}] index screen: , [Select], [All Photos] During playback pause: [This Scene] In - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 181
Appendix: Menu Options Lists p Camera Setup (recording mode only) (cont.) Menu item Setting options [Frame Rate] - [½ 30P], [» 24P] [Face Detection & Tracking] (A 117) [i On }], [j Off] [Auto Backlight Correction] - [i On], [j Off] [Flicker Reduction] - [j Off], [: 50 Hz], [; 60 Hz] - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 182
The frame rate cannot be changed when the shooting mode is set to N. [Auto Backlight Correction]: The camcorder automatically corrects for backlight when shooting subjects with a strong light behind them. • This function is not available when the shooting mode is set to J, K or L. [Flicker Reduction - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 183
[j Off], [k Dissolve], [l Slide Image] [Auto Rotate] - [i On], [j Off] [Auto Rotate]: When set to [i On], the camcorder will display in the correct orientation photos that were recorded with the camcorder held vertically, if at the time of recording > [ Detect Orientation] was set to [On]. 183 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 184
: Menu Options Lists t Display Setup Menu item Setting options [Onscreen Markers] - [j Off], [ 16:9 (White)], [ 16:9 (Gray)], [3 Level (White)], [4 Level (Gray)], [5 Grid (White)], [6 Grid (Gray)] [Display Date/Time] - [i On], [j Off] [Output Onscreen Displays] - [i On], [j Off] [LCD - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 185
the date is displayed. [Output Onscreen Displays] (playback mode only): When set to [i On], the camcorder's onscreen displays will appear also on the screen of a TV or monitor connected to the camcorder. [LCD Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. • Changing the brightness of the LCD - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 186
you can verify the standard of the output signal from the HDMI terminal. [Demo Mode]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorder's main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered using the optional CA-110 Compact Power Adapter if you leave it in record standby mode without - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 187
Appendix: Menu Options Lists q System Setup Menu item Setting options [Language H] (A 38) [ ], [Dansk], [Deutsch], [ ], [English], [Español], [Français], [Italiano], [Magyar], [Melayu], [Nederlands], [Norsk], [Polski], [Português], [ ], [Suomi], [Svenska], [Türkçe], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 188
Appendix: Menu Options Lists q System Setup (cont.) Menu item Setting options [Notification Sounds] - [÷ High Volume], [ø Low Volume], [j Off] [File Numbering] - [m Reset], [n Continuous] [Auto Power Off] - [i On], [j Off] [SP-V1 Mode] - [i On], [j Off] [Initialize ] (A 42) [ - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 189
a memory card that has been initialized. [n Continuous]: File numbers will continue from the number following that of the last file recorded with the camcorder. • If the memory card you insert already contains a file with a larger number, a new file will be assigned a number one higher than that of - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 190
are saved in separate folders indicated by the letter "I" instead of an underscore (ex. "101I0501"). [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 for 3 minutes. 190 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 191
this mode are limited. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the SP-V1. [Firmware] (playback mode only): You can verify the current version of the camcorder's firmware, which is the software that controls the camcorder. This menu option is usually unavailable. [Certification Logo Display - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 192
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording 9 10 11 12 1 13 2 14 3 4 5 6 15 16 17 18 7 19 8 20 21 22 23 24 1 Scene counter (hours : minutes : seconds, only while recording) 2 Shooting mode button (A 90) In N mode: Smart AUTO (A 58) 3 Face - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 193
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 7 Mirror image recording (A 108) 8 White balance (A 112) 9 Memory card operation (A 198) 10 User-selected main subject frame (A 117) 11 Self timer and countdown (A 102) 12 Frame rate (A 182) 13 Remaining - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 194
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Photos and Special Recording Modes 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 25 Special recording modes - Interval recording and selected interval (A 94) - Slow motion and selected speed (A 98) - Fast motion and selected speed (A 98) ¦ - Video snapshot and selected - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 195
speed Only when 1 > q > [SP-V1 Mode] is set to [i On] (A 191) 31 [ ] button: Cancel the splashproof case mode 32 [PHOTO] button: Record a photo when the camcorder is in the splashproof case 195 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 196
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Playing Movies (during playback) 9 16 33 13 34 35 37 38 39 36 40 41 42 43 33 Mirror image playback (A 69) 34 Repeat playback (A 69) 35 Slow/Fast motion and playback speed (A 98) - Interval scenes that have not yet been joined (A 94) 36 Playback control - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 197
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Viewing Photos 46 8 44 13 47 39 4 45 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 44 [Edit] button: Open the [Edit] panel (A 180) 45 Shooting information 46 Shooting mode (A 90) 47 Current photo / Total number of photos 48 File size 49 Photo size (A 89) 50 [Ð] button: - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 198
the remaining 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 you insert an empty battery pack, the power may - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 199
Trouble? Trouble? Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Sometimes what you think is a malfunction of the camcorder may have the simplest of solutions - please read the "CHECK THIS FIRST" box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 200
Trouble? Power Source The camcorder will not turn on or it turns off by itself. a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the battery pack. Consult a Canon Service Center. - Battery packs cannot be charged with the camcorder even when it is powered - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 201
Trouble? Recording Touching [Ü] will not start recording. - You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous recordings onto the memory card (while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing). Wait until the camcorder has finished. - The memory card is full. Delete some recordings (A 76, 81) or - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 202
Trouble? Changing the operating mode between recording (Ü)/recording standby (Ñ)/playback a malfunction. If the camcorder becomes unusually hot or 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 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 203
Trouble? Deleting scenes takes longer than usual. - When the memory card contains a large number of pack with a fully charged one. or appears (in red) on the screen and the camcorder cannot be turned off and on. - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. 203 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 204
Trouble? appears (in red) on the screen. - 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. and [End] appear (in red) on - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 205
Trouble? - Remove the battery pack and insert it correctly. Abnormal characters appear on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly. - Remove the battery pack and insert it after a few moments. Video noise appears on screen. - Keep a distance between the camcorder and devices that emit - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 206
Trouble? Memory Card and Accessories Cannot insert the memory card. - The card. - Initialize the memory card using the [Complete Initialization] option (A 42) when you use it with the camcorder for the first time. - A compatible memory card must be used to be able to record movies on a memory card - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 207
Trouble? - The camcorder may be set to recording mode. Disconnect the optional HTC-100 High Speed HDMI cable, set the camcorder to playback mode and then restore the connection. - Video and audio will not be output from the camcorder Refer also to the instruction manual of your access point - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 208
Trouble? - The effective communication range between the camcorder and access point may vary depending on the strength of the wireless signal. Try using the camcorder SSID) will not be detected by the camcorder during the Wi-Fi network setup. Perform the setup manually (A 171) or turn off the stealth - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 209
Trouble? - Switch the wireless access point to IEEE 802.11n. Refer to its instruction manual for details. - If these do not solve the issue, the cause may be due the device or conditions unique to the surrounding area. Use the optional HTC-100 High Speed HDMI cable to connect the camcorder to a TV - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 210
Trouble? - Enable JavaScript and cookies in your Web browser's settings. For details List of Messages for Web Services (A 223) for messages related to Web services when using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. Back up recordings regularly - This message may appear when you turn on the camcorder. In the event of a - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 211
Trouble? Cannot load canvas - The canvas file that was saved on the memory card is card. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot play back Check the memory card - There is a problem with the memory card. Save your recordings (A 131) and initialize - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 212
memory card with this camcorder (A 42). Cannot record - You cannot capture video snapshot scenes from scenes recorded or edited using another device. - There is a problem with the memory card. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot record Check - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 213
card. - If after the message disappears, 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 131) and initialize the memory card (A 42). 213 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 214
Trouble? File name error - The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set 1 > q> [File Numbering] to [Reset] and delete all the movies (A 76) and photos (A 81) on the memory card or initialize it (A 42). Initialize only using the camcorder - There is a problem with the file system - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 215
Trouble? Memory card writing error Attempt to recover the data? - This message will appear the next time you turn on the camcorder if power supply was accidentally interrupted while the camcorder was writing to the memory card. Select [Recover] to try to recover the recordings. If you inserted a - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 216
Trouble? Recording was stopped due to insufficient write speed of the memory card - The recorded using another device. Cannot play back the scene. - Scenes that were not recorded with this camcorder cannot be played back. Select the desired scene number - A number of scenes have the same recording - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 217
Trouble? Task in progress. Do not disconnect the power source. - The camcorder is updating the memory card. Wait until the operation ends and do not remove the battery pack. This photo cannot be displayed - You may not - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 218
Trouble? List of Messages for Wi-Fi Functions Refer also to the instruction manual of your access point 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 Wi-Fi devices are trying to - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 219
's configuration screen. Unable to access configuration files - Turn off the camcorder. After a short while, turn it on again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service Center. Unable to complete WPS. - Turn off the camcorder and access point (wireless router). After a short while, turn them - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 220
Trouble? Unable to complete WPS. Try the operation again. - Some access points require pressing and holding the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your access point. - Make sure to touch [OK] on the camcorder's screen within 2 minutes of activating - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 221
Trouble? Unable to obtain an IP address - If you are not using a DHCP server, connect using the [Manual Setup] option and enter the IP address using the [Manual are correctly configured. - Set the DNS server's IP address in the camcorder. - If you are not using a DNS server, set the DNS address - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 222
Trouble? Wi-Fi connection terminated - Cordless phones, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other appliances may interfere with the wireless signal. Try using the camcorder in a location farther away from such appliances. - The camcorder may not be able to connect to the access point if too many - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 223
, turn them on again and perform the WiFi 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 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 224
Trouble? Connect to a computer and use supplied software to set up This service may not be available in your region - To use Web services, set in the camcorder the settings saved on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. Install ImageBrowser EX and CameraWindow in your computer and configure the settings using CANON - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 225
Trouble? This image cannot be sent - You attempted to send a type of recording or a file with a size that is not supported by the selected Web service. Check the recording before sending. Try again - An error occurred when connecting to the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server or the server is temporarily - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 226
. This will protect your important recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the memory card. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. • Handle the touch screen with care. Do not - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 227
people with circulation problems or very sensitive skin, or when using the camcorder in very hot places. • Do not leave the camcorder in places strong light sources. Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a bright subject. • Do not use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. The camcorder is - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 228
Do's and Don'ts • Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment. • Do not disassemble the camcorder. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualified service personnel. • Handle the camcorder with care. Do not subject the cam- corder to shocks or vibration as this may cause damage - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 229
not drop it or subject it to shocks. • Do not get it wet. • Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder or battery charger. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth. ■ Long-Term Storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C (86 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 230
corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon shall not be liable for lost or corrupted data. • Do not touch 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. • - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 231
battery to keep the date/time and other settings. The built-in lithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder; however, it will discharge completely if you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months. To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Insert a fully charged battery pack into the - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 232
Body • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner. Lens • Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 233
to sudden or extreme changes in temperature. • Remove the memory card and battery pack. Then, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust gradually to temperature changes before removing it from the bag. When condensation is detected The precise - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 234
Maintenance/Others Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources You can use the supplied battery charger to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 235
General Information Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder but their availability may differ from area to area. Select accessories are described in more detail in the following pages. NB-4L Battery Pack CB-2LV Battery Charger* CA-110 Compact - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 236
Case Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling: 1-800-828-4040, Canon U.S.A. Information Center. Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 237
General Information Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, use only the NB-4L. CB-2LV or CB-2LVE Battery Charger Use the battery charger to charge the battery packs. Fully charging a battery pack will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. (The actual charging time will vary depending on - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 238
General Information This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. 238 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 239
Information Specifications VIXIA mini - Values given are approximate figures. System • Recording System Movies: Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-2 AAC-LC (2ch) Photos: DCF (Design rule for Camera File system), compatible with Exif* Ver. 2.3 Image compression: JPEG * This camcorder supports Exif - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 240
General Information • Maximum Recording Time Commercially available 16 GB memory card 24 Mbps: 1 hr. 25 min. 17 Mbps: 2 hr. 5 min. 4 Mbps: 8 hr. 40 min. Commercially available 32 GB memory card 24 Mbps: 2 hr. 55 min. 17 Mbps: 4 hr. 10 min. 4 Mbps: 17 hr. 20 min. • Image Sensor 1/2.3-in. CMOS, 12, - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 241
elements in 5 groups (1 double-sided aspheric element) • Focusing Distance Deep focus, 0.4 m (1.3 ft.) to infinity • White Balance Auto white balance, Custom white balance or Preset white balance settings: Daylight, Tungsten • Minimum Illumination 10 lx ([Programmed AE] shooting mode, Shutter speed - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 242
Hi-Speed USB • HDMI Terminal: HDMI Mini Connector; output only Wi-Fi • Standard Complies with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n protocol; Wi-Fi Protected Setup (connection methods: WPS button, PIN code) • Frequency: 2.4 GHz • Supported channels: 1 - 11 • Encryption methods: WEP-64/WEP-128, TKIP/AES Power/Others - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 243
General Information • Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the wrist strap) 76 x 22 x 96 mm (3.0 x 0.9 x 3.8 in.) • Weight (camcorder body only) 160 g (5.6 oz.) NB-4L Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery • Rated voltage: 3.7 V DC • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 244
Dimensions: 53.0 x 86.0 x 19.5 mm (2.1 x 3.4 x 0.77 in.) • Weight: 60 g (2.1 oz.) Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of June 2013. Specifications and outer appearance are subject to change without previous notice. 244 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 245
Index A Abroad, using the camcorder 234 AUTO mode 54 Auto rotate 183 Automatic backlight correction 182 B Battery pack Charging 29 Remaining charge indicator 198 Beach (shooting mode) .....90 Built-in backup battery....231 C CameraAccess 145 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 154 Capturing photos/video - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 246
Photos 81 E Edit panel 180 Error messages 210 Exposure compensation 114 F Face detection 117 Facebook 137, 151 Fast motion 98 Field of view 57 File numbering 189 Flicker reduction 182 Folder name 189 Food and Fashion (shooting mode 90 Frame rate 182 I Image rotation/flipping .... 108 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 247
Photos 61 Remote Browse 148 Remote Control+ Streaming 145 Repeat playback 69 Resetting all camcorder settings 191 S Saving recordings.......... 131 Self timer 102 Serial number 24 Shooting mode Touch AE 116 Touch screen operations 44 Trimming scenes 79 Tripod 228 Troubleshooting 199 247 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 248
Turning off notification sounds 189 U Ultra wide angle 57 Uploading movies.......137, 151, 154 USB terminal ........124, 126 V Video quality 87 Video snapshot 100, 120 Volume 67 W White balance 112 Wi-Fi functions 138 Y YouTube 137, 154 248 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 249
service, contact the authorized Canon retail dealer from whom you purchased the Equipment or call the CANON INFORMATION CENTER AT 1-800-OK-CANON). You will be directed to the nearest service , improper maintenance, or failure to follow operating instructions; B) If the Equipment is defective as a - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 250
AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU). CANON USA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 251
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 mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 252
warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the equipment. Canon Canada does not assume or authorize any other person to assume for Canon Canada any other liability with respect to this equipment. This used for some time, please check all functions with the instruction book before using it. 252 - Canon VIXIA mini X | Instruction Manual - Page 253
U.S.A., INC. NEW JERSEY OFFICE 100 Jamesburg Road, Jamesburg, NJ 08831 USA CENTRO Y SURAMÉRICA CANON LATIN AMERICA, INC. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747 USA ASIA CANON HONGKONG COMPANY LTD. 19/F, The Metropolis Tower, 10 Metropolis Drive, Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: +852 3191 2333, Fax: +852
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