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Canon VIXIA HFM300 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 2: Additional Functions

    AdditionalFunctions Taking Photosin M ManualMode i!!!ii,:,i!! _: iiii Operatingmodes: 1 Set the mode switch to M. 2 Turn on the camcorder. • _ By default, photos are recorded in the built-in memory. You can select the memory that will be used to record photos (_ 38).

  • Page 3: Selecting Photo Size And Quality

    NOTES • If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, _) turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually ([_ 74). • When the subject is too bright, [Overexp.] will flash on the screen. In such case, use the optional FS-H37U ND filter. Deleting a Photo Right After Recording It You can delete a photo you have just recorded while reviewing it within the time set for the I_...
  • Page 4 Options Large capacity memory cards, like those u sually used f orvideo r ecord- ing, c an contain avery l arge n umber ofphotos. Asareference, number ofphotos that c an berecorded ona1GB memory card is given i nthe following table. (_ NOTES •...
  • Page 5 L2100x1575' 1.265 LW2304x1296 1.390 M 1600x1200 1.075 2.115 MW 1920x10801 1.000 1.970 S 640x480 4.395 6.350 11.4303 SW848x4802 3.360 4.760 9.525 ' This size is onl, available for captunng photos from a movie ([_[_ 96). 2 This size is onl, available for simultaneous recording in _ mode or mode.
  • Page 6 2 Press P _OTOJ, first h alfway toactivate the autofocus and then fully torecord the photo. Depending on the setting selected and shooting conditions, the flash will fire. Options(* value) Default [_A Automatic]* The flash fires automatically according to the brightness of the subject.

  • Page 7: Drive Mode:continuousshootingand Exposurebracketing

    • Aboutthe AF-AssistLamp: While you press halfway, if the sur- [PHOTO I roundings of the subject are too dark, the mini video light may light up briefly in order to enable the camcorder to focus more accurately (AF- assist lamp). - You can also set _ _} [AF-Assist Lamp] to [1'_'_ Oft] so the assist lamp is not activated.

  • Page 8: Taking Photoswhile Recordingmovies (Simultaneousrecording)

    Options value) Default [r-] Single]* Records a single photo. AE Bracketing] The camcorder records 3 photos using 3 dif- ferent exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the photo you like the best. Centinueus], [_j Hi-Speed Cent.] Captures a series of up to 60 photos as long as you hold PH@O pressed down.
  • Page 9 _-) [FuNc:] [MENU] [simultaneous. Recording] _ Desired photo quality* (top row) Desired photo size* (bottom row) _) [X] * The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of photos that can be recorded with the current quality/size setting, ** Touch [1_i] if you do not intend to use simultaneous recording, Operating modes:...

  • Page 10: Light Metering Mode

    Light Metering Mode The camcorder measures the light reflected from the subject in order to calculate the optimal exposure settings. Depending on the subject, you may want to change the way the light is measured and evaluated. Operating modes: POINTS TOCHECK •...

  • Page 11: Magnifying Photos During Playback

    Slideshow set to a music track 3 Touch the screen to display the playback controls, then touch [1_] to play back the slideshow set to the selected music track. Slideshow not linked to the external audio 3 Touch the screen to display the playback controls, then touch [1_] to start the slideshow.

  • Page 12: Rotating Photos

    2 Drag your finger across the photo to display the area you want to see enlarged. To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward W until the frame disappears. Rotating Photos You can rotate photos 90 degrees to change their orientation. Operatingmodes:, t Insinglephoto view,selectthe photo you want to rotate.

  • Page 13: Protecting Photos

    The histogram and Exif information panel are displayed as well. Press to hide the histogram and Exif information panel. [DISR i The area to the right of the histogram represents highlights and the left side represents shadows. A photo whose histogram skews to the right is relatively bright;...
  • Page 14 *fouch [Remove Protection] toremove the protection from t he selected photos, INPORTANT • Initializing the memory will p ermanently erase all r ecordings, including protected photos. You can also use the following functions... The following functions anc features of the camcoraer can De useo either for snooting video or for taking photos.

  • Page 15: Printing Photos (Direct Print)

    You can mark in advance the photos you want to print and set the desired number of copies as a print order (CJ_]119). Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, _AI_- DS and ES series and PIXMA printers carry- r w I#_ I-R _..,¢L_f,_je...
  • Page 16 • Refer also to the printer's instruction manual. • If you have no intention to use the optional DW-IO0 DVD Burner, you can set I_ _} [USB Connection Type] to [_:_, Computer/Printer] the device type selection screen does not appear every time you con- nect the camcorder to a printer.

  • Page 17: Print Orders

    (_ 183) and to the printer's instruction manual. •Canon's PictBridge-compatibleprinters:If printing does not resume auto- matically after you solved the problem, touch [Continue] to resume printing. If that option is not available, touch [Stop] and then restart printing from the beginning.
  • Page 18 • To cancel the print order, set t he number ofcopies toO. 4 Drag y our finger left/right toselect another photo t omark w ith a print o rder ortouch [ X]. Setting Print Orders from the Index Screen 1 Open t he [Photos] index s creen. Check that you have s elected the I_]tab (memory card).

  • Page 19: External Connections

    External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. Terminals on the Camcorder i)COMPONENT OUT Terminal* Access:Open the rear terminal cover. The component video terminal is for video only. When you use connection _ do not forget the audio connections using the AV OUT/O terminal.

  • Page 20: Connection Diagrams

    ConnectionDiagrams In the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right side shows (for reference only) an example of terminals on a connected device. HDMI "_" HaM OU'[ HTC-IO0 HDMICable HDMI m ini connector OD_onm stanaaruHDMI ;onnec_or'...
  • Page 21 Component Video Blue CTC-tO0/S Component C able (supplied) Green _L_ ¢ STV-250N Stereo Video Cable ..White __ (supplied) Composite Video .._ ..- Ye,ow .--.<3_v[%_ " White ._A_)-_ STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) Red __ Externa! Connections...

  • Page 22: Playback On A Tv Screen

    cable (supplied) NOTES • To be able to write back scenes and to transfer music files from the computer to the camcorder, power the camcorder using the compact power adapter and only then connect it to the computer using the sup- plied USB cable.
  • Page 23 NOTES • To correctly play back movies recorded with x.v.Color (_ 156) on an HDTV compatible with this standard, additional settings may be required on the connected HDq_. Refer to the TV's instruction manual. • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.

  • Page 24: Saving And Sharing Your Recordings

    Saving and Sharing Your Recordings CopyingRecordingsto a Memory Card You can copy your recordings only one-way: from the built-in memory to the memory card. Scenes and photos will be copied from the index screen you selected to the corresponding index screen on the memory card.

  • Page 25: Copyingphotosfrom The Indexscreen

    Copying a Single Photo Operating modes: 1 In single photo view, select the photo you want to copy. Check that you are viewtng photos recorded in the built-in memory. ([_ appears next to the photo number.) 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls.

  • Page 26: Savingrecordingson A Computer

    IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator isonor flashing. Failing todoso may r esult inpermanent data loss. - Do not o pen t he memory card slot cover. - Do not d isconnect the power source or turn off t he camcorder. - Do not c hange the camcorder's operating mode.
  • Page 27 Using the software See 'lmageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' (PDF file on the Transfer Utili- ties CD-ROM). Saving Photos With the supplied software Photo Applications you can save photos to your computer, and easily organize and edit them. Installation Install the software before you connect the camcorder to the computer for the first time.
  • Page 28 IMPORTANT • When the camcorderis connectedto a computer: - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. - Do not access, change or delete any of the camcorder's folders or files directly from the computer as this may result in permanent data loss.
  • Page 29 • If you connect the camcorder to the computer while it is set to mode, the process of creating scene thumbnails will start automatically. If your intention was to save photos to the computer, you can touch [Skip] to stop the process and use the computer's Safely Remove Hard- ware function (Windows) or Eject function (Mac OS) to end the connec- tion to the camcorder.
  • Page 30 3 For original recordings only: Choose whether to add to the disc all the scenes or only scenes that have not been previously added to a disc. When you create the disc from the [Playlist] index screen (including the playlist of video snapshot scenes), the disc will contain the entire playlist.
  • Page 31 • When the last disc is finalized, [Task completed] will be displayed. Take out the disc and close the disc tray. When the data requires multiple discs After a disc is finalized, it will be ejected automatically and a message will appear.
  • Page 32 Playing back AVCHD discs created with the DW-100 DVD Burner AVCHD-compatible DVDplayers no[ DVDplayers,Blu-ray comeatible DW-IO0 Discplayers with AVCHD _ AVCHD AVCHD disc created with the DW-IO0 ino MXP scenes) Do not insert a disc into an incompatible device, as you may no_ De able to eject the cIisc, Playing Back AVCHD Discs Using the DW-IO0 DVD Burner...
  • Page 33 6 Select the scene you want to play back and touch it to start playing it back. IMPORTANT • While the camcorder is connected to the DVD Burner, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. NOTES •...
  • Page 34 Operating modes: Converting Scenes into Standard Definition 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Make sure there is a memory card in the camcorder with sufficient available space. 3 Open the [Original], [Playlist] or [Video Snapshot] --> [Original]/ [Playlist] index screen.
  • Page 35 To select the bit rate Using a higher bit rate will result in better video quality for the con- vetted scenes. [f_] _} [Bit Rate (Quality)] _} Desired option _} [2:)] _} NOTES • When convertingscenes in the [Playlist] or [VideoSnapshot]_ [Original]/ [Playlist]index screen: - The scenes are converted with the selected background music 89) instead of the original sound.
  • Page 36 4 Click [ Disc w riting] and continue the operation onthe computer following the software's indications. See also ' lmageMixer 3SE Software Guide' (PDF file onthe Transfer Utilities CD-ROM). O [MPORTANT • While the camcorder isconnected tothe computer, donot o pen t he memory card slot cover and donot r emove the memory card.

  • Page 37: Saving Photoson Photodvds

    To play back standard-definition DVDs Standard-definition DVDs are created using DVD-Video specifications. Play back these DVDs using standard DVD players. NOTES • When the camcorder contains a large number of scenes to be saved on discs, it may take a long time for the connection to the DVD Burner 132, step 2) to be completed.

  • Page 38: Copyingrecordingsto An External Video Recorder

    To play back Photo DVDs Photo DVDs are created using DVD-Video specifications. Play back these DVDs using standard DVD players. If you computer has a DVD drive, you can play back the slideshow as a DVD and you can also access individual photos as JPG files.
  • Page 39 2 Turn on the camcorder and set it to mode. Verify that _ [AV/Headphones] is set to [lEVI AV]. 3 Camcorder: Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause the playback shortly just before the desired scene. 4 Camcorder: Resume playback.
  • Page 40 Operating modes: Converting Scenes into Standard Definition 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Make sure there is a memory card in the camcorder with sufficient available space. 3 Open the [Original], [Playlist] or [Video Snapshot] --> [Original]/ [Playlist] index screen.
  • Page 41 7 When the conversion is completed, a confirmation screen will appear. Connect the camcorder to the computer at this point ([_ 144) to continue uploading the converted videos to the Web or touch [End Without Connecting] to connect to the computer later. To embed the recording date and time The recording date and time will always be displayed...
  • Page 42 • When convertingscenes in the [Playlist]: - All the scenes are merged into one converted scene. - If the converted scene is too large, it will be split into smaller 10- minute long scenes. - When converting only part of a scene, the maximum length of the converted scene will be 10 minutes from the starting (playback pause) point.
  • Page 43 IMPORTANT • While the camcorder is connected to the computer, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. • 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.
  • Page 44 IMPORTANT Using an Eye-Fi Card • This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (includ- ing wireless transfer). In case of an issue with an Eye-Fi card, please check with the card manufacturer. Also note that an approval is required to use Eye-Fi cards in many countries or regions.

  • Page 45: Additional Information

    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen mes- sages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists Menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus 32).
  • Page 46 [_- Flash] [fA Automatic], [@ Red-EyeAuto], • [_- Flash On], [___ Flash Off] [® Focus] [MF] (manual focus): Toggle on (O) or • • off (©), Touch AF frame [F_ Exposure] [M] (manual exposure): Toggle on (O) or • • off (©), Touch AE frame Zoom controls, control...
  • Page 47 [Edit] Panel - Mode Original scenes Ill: Playlist scenes (including the playlist only of video snapshot scenes) Eli: Original video snapshot scenes SD scenes on the memory card (1_ only) [Copy [All Scenes] • • • [This Scene] [from the Timeline screen) •...
  • Page 48 [Edit] Panel - _ Mode [Selected Photos], [Copy (_ ,_ _;])] JAilPhotos] [Delete] [Protect] [Print Orders] [Rotate] • 150 * Additional information...
  • Page 49 [Digital Zoom] [1'_ Off], [l"iti_ 60x], [_ 300x] [Zoom Speed] [i't/_t Variable], [1_ Speed 3], • • i 46 [AF Mode] [IAF' Instant AF], [_ Normal AF] • • ..[AF-Assist Lamp] [1_II Automatic], [1'_ Off] • [Focus Priority] AiAF Frames], [I-;-i Center Frame], •...
  • Page 50 [Dig[taJ Zeem]: Determines operation ofthe digital zoom. The c olor ofthe indicator indi- cates the zoom....--,li • When activated, the cam- White Light Dark corder will switch automatically blue blue to digital zoom when you zoom in beyond the optical zoom Upto 18x* 18x*- 60x -...
  • Page 51 • Using focus assistance will not affect the recordings. It will be cancelled automatically after 4 seconds or when you start recording. [Auto SJew Shutter]: The camcorder automatically uses slow shutter speeds to obtain brighter recordings in places with insufficient lighting. •...
  • Page 52 [Oesereen Markers]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the cen- ter of the screen. Use the markers as a reference to make sure your sub- ject is framed correctly (vertically and/or horizontally). • Using the onscreen markers will not affect the recordings. [POWERED J$ Butl:ee]-"...
  • Page 53 [Photo Quality/Size] [LW 2304x1296], - • - 105 [L 2100x1575], [M 1600x1200], [S 640x480] [_ Super Fine], [d Fine], [.u Normal] Wded _ce] [Photo Capture [t_MW Super Fine/ 1920xl 080], • Quality] [JMW Fine / 1920x1080], [ilMWNormal / 1920xl 080] [Memory Info] (built-in memory), [_] •...
  • Page 54 [Memery Jure]-" D isplays a screen where you can verify how much of the built-in memory (lflil_ile;t_ only) or the memory card is currently in use (li] total recording time and [] total number of photos) and how much space remains available for recording. •...
  • Page 55 • The photo number indicates the name and location of the file on the memory card. For example, the file name of a photo numbered 101 - 0107 is "IMG 0107.JPG", stored under the folder "DCIM\101 CANON". [U$C Ceenectiee Type]; Select the connection protocol to use when con- necting the camcorder to an external device using the supplied USB cable.
  • Page 56 • When the TV type is set to [LEVINormal TV], during the playback of video originally recorded with an aspect ratio of 16:9, the picture will not be displayed fullscreen. System Setup [Language_] [(_esky], [Deutsch],[E,_XqvIKd], • • • • [English], [ Espa_ol], [ Frangais], [Italiano], [ Magyar],[Melayu], [Nederlands], [Polski], [ Portugu#s], [Rom&n_], [ TiJrkce], [ PyccK_4@...
  • Page 57 [_ Built-in Mem.], • • • 1 • [Initialize I_/_] [f_q Mere. Card] [Complete Initialization]: [Complete Initialization]: [Initialize/_q] Toggle on (0) or off (0) _ime ZoneiDST] ihome iime zonei oi i_] • • • (travel time zone): [New York], list of world time zone_ [_s] (BST adjustment) [0ate imel ] 0ateJTime]...
  • Page 58 [Feet Size]; Changes the size of the font for the menu and other screens. • When the font size is set to [A Large], some information may be dis- played in shortened form (icons only, etc.). Some screens will be dis- played using the small font size regardless of the setting.
  • Page 59 • You can set Quick Start to [r_t off], for example, if the camcorder is set on a fixed position and you want to keep recording video with the LCD panel closed in order to conserve the battery's power. [Calendar Sta_ Day]; Select the day on which the week in the calendar screen ([_ 55).
  • Page 60 [Deme Mede]; The demonstration mode displays the 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 card for more than 5 minutes. • To cancel the demo mode once it has started, press any button or turn off the camcorder.

  • Page 61: Appendix:onscreen Icons And Displays

    Appendix:Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies (in Dual Shot mode) ® :_" Zoom ([._ 46) i:) Smart AUTO mode (_ 8: Recording mode (_ :2_ Onscreen zoom controls (CC146) @ Control button: Start/Stop video _) Operating mode (_ recording @ In record pause mode: @ Face detection frame (_ Total number of scenes...

  • Page 62: Additional Information

    Recording Movies (in M Manual mode) @ @® @@ :25_ x.v.Color ([-.:ZJ 1 56) :t2, Control button: Open the FUNC. :_6)Face detection ([._ 66) panel (_[_ 32) :2_ Photo quality/size :t3: Recording program ([._ 60, 63, 70) (simultaneous recording) (_ 110) :t_ _ instant AF (i_1152),...
  • Page 63 Recording Photos (in M Manual mode) <3>@ @ _@ @ Photo quality/size (CC1105) @ Drive mode (_ 109) ,_ Control button: Switch to movie @ Light metering mode (_ 112) recording (_ @ Control button: Last function used @ AF frame (_ 152) ([MENU] in this case) @ Focus and exposure...
  • Page 64 Viewing Photos Exifinformationpanel @ Control button: Slideshow (C[_J112) @ Control button: Open the setup menus (_ 151) @ Control button: Open the Edit panel (CC1150) @ Protected photo mark ([._ 115) % Control button: Switch to [Photos] @ Current photo/Total number of index screen ([.Z_1100) photos...
  • Page 65 6_ Memory operation • Record. t tll Record pause,I_ Playback, IR Playback p ause.I_1_ Faslplayback. Fast r everseplayback, I _- Slowplayback. - _1Slowreverse playback, II1_ Frame advance. 4 111 =rame reverse. @ Remaining battery time • Theiconshowsa roughestimateof the remaining chargeasa 3ercentage of thefull chargeofthe 3atterypack.Theremainingrecording/playback time ofthe batterypackis displayed.

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    - please read the "CHECK THIS FIRST" box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. CHECK THIS FIRST Power supply • Is the battery charged? Is the compact power adapter correctly con-...
  • Page 67 - The camcorder cannot communicatewith the battery pack attached.Such battery packs can- not be charged using this camcorder. A noise can be heard from the compact power adapter. - A faint sound can be heard while the compact power adapter is connectedto a power outlet. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 68 After using the camcorder for a long time, it becomes hot. - The camcorder may become hot after using it continuouslyfor long periods of time; this is not a malfunction. If the camcorder becomes unusually hot or it becomes hot after using it only for a short while, it may indicatea problem with the camcorder.
  • Page 69 When playing scenes/a slideshow linked to external audio, the v ideo playback is not correctly linked to the e xternal player. -The volume of e xternal player may be too l ow. Try increasing the v olume of t he e xternal player.
  • Page 70 The red ON/OFF(CHG)indicator flashes very slowly (L.:,,: :_:. j one flash at 2- second intervals). - The temperature of the battery pack is outside the charging range. If the battery pack's tem- perature is below 0 °C (32 °F),warm it before charging it; if it is above 40 °C (104 °F), let the battery pack cool down before charging it.
  • Page 71 Sound is distorted or is recorded at l ower levels. -When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, shows or c oncerts), sound may become distorted or i tmay not be recorded at t he a ctual levels. Activate the m icrophone attenuato (_ 153) or a djust the a udio...
  • Page 72 Connectionswith ExternalDevices Video noise appears on the 11/screen. - When using the camcorder in a roomwhere a TVis located, keep a distance betweenthe compact power adapter andthe power or antennacables of the TV. Playback looks fine on the camcorder hut there is no image on the 11/screen. - The video input on the TV is not set to the video terminal to which you connectedthe cam- corder.
  • Page 73 After connecting the c amcorder to aprinter, the m essage [Busy] continues to appear on the screen - Disconnect the U SB cable and restore the c onnection after a short while. Photos are n ot correctly printed -You may not be able to print correctly, using aPictBridge-compatible printer,...
  • Page 74 Built-in memory is full - The built-in memoryis full ("_ End" appearson the screen).Delete some recordings 56, 102) to free some space. Saveyour recordings (_ 128) and initialize the built-in memory (C[_I 40). Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Contacta CanonService Center. Cannot communicate with the battery pack.
  • Page 75 Cannot play back Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problemwith the built-in memory. Saveyour recordings(_[_ 128) and initialize the built-in memory using the [Complete Initialization[ option (_ 40). If the problempersists, contact a CanonService Center. Cannot play back Check the memory card - There is a problemwith the memory card.
  • Page 76 Change the battery pack - Battery pack is exhausted. Replaceor charge the battery pack. Check the memory card - Cannot accessthe memorycard. Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted cor- rectly. - A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or displaythe image. Try remov- ing and reinserting the memory card, or use a different memory card.
  • Page 77 Error writing on the memory card. Data may be recovered if the memory card has not been removed. Attempt recovering the data? - This message will appear the next time you turn on the camcorder if power supply was acci- dentally interruptedwhile the camcorder was writing on the memory card.
  • Page 78 Need to recover files from the memory card. Change the position of the LOCKswitch on the memory card. - This messagewill appear the next time you turn on the camcorder if power supply was acci- dentally interrupted while the camcorder was writing on the memory card and later the posi- tion of the card's LOCK switch was changed to preventerasure.
  • Page 79 Some (3-. photos could not be deleted - Protected photos (O.--) cannot be deleted. Removethe protection (_ 115). Some scenes could not be added to the playlist. - Youmay not be able to add to the playlist scenes recorded using another device. - The playlist can contain a maximum of 999 scenes.If the playlist includes scenes recordedin MXP or FXPmode, the maximum number of scenes in the playlist may be lessthan 999.
  • Page 80 To record video on this memory card, it is recommended to use only the XP+/SP/LP recording modes - Movies may not be recordedcorrectly on this memorycard if the recording modeis set to MXP or FXPmode (C[_I 59). To use this function change the camcorder's mode from ,_'_ to M - Youpressed a button that cannot be used in mode.

  • Page 81: Operation

    Connect the c ompact power adapter -The camcorder is being powered by t he b attery pack. Connect the c ompact power adapter the c amcorder. Disc access failure. Check the d isc. -There was an error when reading the d isc or a ttempting to write onto it.
  • Page 82 File error - Youattempted to print a photo that was recordedwith another camcorder, has a different compression, or was edited on a computer. Hardware error - Cancelprinting. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. - Check the printer status. - Ink tank errors have occurred.
  • Page 83 • If you cannot solve the problem even after consulting this list and the printer's instruction manual, contact the closest Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer). Additional...

  • Page 84: Handling Precautions

    126) and save them on a regular basis. This will protect your impor- tant 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 panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel.
  • Page 85 • When mounting the camcorder on a tripod, make sure that the tripod's fas- tening screw is shorter than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.). Using other tripods may dam- age the camcorder. • When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Excessive cam- corder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in jittery scenes.
  • Page 86 Regarding the use of non-Canon battery packs • For your safety, battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs will not be charged even if you attach them to this camcorder or to the optional CG-800 Battery Charger.
  • Page 87 • Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have a physical switch to prevent writ- ing on the card so as to avoid the accidental erasure of the card's con- tent. To write-protect the memory card set the switch to the LOCK position. LOCK switch Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder...
  • Page 88 • Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact. • For California,USAonly:The lithium battery included contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate for details. Disposal When you delete movies or initialize the memory, only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not physically erased.

  • Page 89: Maintenance/Others

    Maintenance/Others Cleaning Camcorder Body • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner. Lens and Instant AF Sensor • If the lens surface or Instant AF sensor is dirty, autofocus may not work properly.

  • Page 90: Using The Camcorder Abroad

    You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use.
  • Page 91 Accessories ( Availabilitydiffersfrom area to area) VCR/DVD recorder Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. '_>IFC-3OOPCU USBCable SS-600/SS-650ShoulderStrap 2:WS-20 Wrist Strap 2c_Memorycard WL-D89WirelessController 2_ DTC-IO0D Terminal Cable :_:' 0A-570 CompactPowerAdapter 2_ CTC-IO0ComponentCable _7:DW-IO0 DVDBurner CTC-IO0/SComponentCable* _ ZR-IO00 Zoom RemoteController 24_ STV-250NStereoVideo Cable...

  • Page 92: Optional Accessories

    This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any dam- age to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
  • Page 93 '(5)CG-800 Battery Charger Use the battery charger to charge the battery packs. It plugs directly into a power outlet without a cable. Charging Times The charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to charging conditions and initial charge of the battery pack. Usingthe camcorder 150 rain.
  • Page 94 Usinga memory card :Rec0rding(maximum) 9 5rain. 95min. 100rain. 100rain. 105rain. RP-8O8 Recording (typical)* 60 rain. 60 rain. 65 min. 65 rain. 65 rain. BP-809 ..Playback 160 rain. 160min. 160 rain. 165rain. 165rain. Recording ( maximum)200 min. 200min. 205 min. 205min. 205 min. BP-819 Recording(typical)* 125min.
  • Page 95 d_ FS-H37U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting condi- tions. dl_SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. d_ SM-V1 Surround Microphone Use 5.1 ch surround sound to add a sense of presence to your movies.
  • Page 96 WP-V2 Waterproof Case This case allows you to record movies and take photos underwater without get- ting the camcorder wet. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.

  • Page 97: Product Codes

    Product Codes Provided Accessories 8468A002AA CA-570 Compact Power Adapter 2740B002AA BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller D83-0790-000 STV-250N Stereo Video Cable 3067A002AA(D82-0590-002) IFC-300PCU USB Cable 6906A001AA Optional Accessories BP-809 BaKery Pack 2588B003AA(silve0, 2588B004AA(black) 2589B002AA BP-819 Battery Pack 3185B002AA BP-827 Battery Pack 2590B002AA CG-800 Battery Charger TL-H37 Tele-converter...

  • Page 98: Specifications

    Specifications VIXIAHFM31 / VIXIAHFM30 / VIXIAHFM300 / System • Recording System Movies: AVCHD Videocompression: M PEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio compression: DolbyDigital2ch; DolbyDigital5.1ch* * Only whenusing the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone. Photos: DCF(Design rule for Camera Filesystem),compatiblewith Exif*Ver.2.2 andwith DPOF Imagecompression: J PEG (SuperFine,Fine,Normal) * This camcorder supports Exif2.2 (also called"ExifPrint").
  • Page 99 • Lens f=4.1-61.5 mm,F/1.8-3.2,15xoptical zoom 35 mmequivalent: Movies: [Dynamic]ISmode: 39.5- 711 mm OtherISmodes: 39.5- 592.5 mm Photos: 39.5- 592.5 mm • Lens Configuration: 11elementsin 9 groups(1 double-sided asphericelement] • AF System Autofocus(TTL+ externaldistancesensorwhen set to [InstantAF])or Manualfocus • Filter Diameter: 37 mm •...

  • Page 100: Battery Pack

    Power/Others • Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC(batterypack) 84 V DO(compactpoweradapter) • Power consumption: 3.5 W(SPmode,AFon, LCDnormal brightness) • Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C(32- 104 °F) • Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt): 68 x 60 x 123 mm (2.7 x 2.4 x 4.8 in.) •...
  • Page 101 48 kHz, 16 bits, 2 channels Minimum length: 1 second File extension: The music data is saved in the memory under the following folder structure. In the built-in memory: CANON MY_MUSIC [ "/ MUSIC 01 .WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV On the memory card: CANON PRIVATE MY_MUSIC MUSIC_01 .WAV to MUSIC_99.WAV...
  • Page 102 Index Condensation ....24p Cinema Mode ..... Connections to external 3D Flip View ....devices ....Continuous shooting ..Copying* Abroad, using the camcorder ..Movies ....AF-assist lamp ....Photos ....AGC (automatic gain)limit ..Aperture (f number) .... Aspect ratio of a connected Data code ....
  • Page 103 Histogram ....Photo numbers ....Photo quality ....Photo size ....Image effects ....Playback Image stabilizer ....Movies ....Index screens ....Photos ....Index screen selection ..Playlist ..... Showing some/ Portrait (recording program) ..all of the scenes ..Power saving ....
  • Page 104 Serial number ....22 Setup menus ..... 33, 1 51 Underwater (recording program) . . 62 Shutter speed ....70 Uploading movies to Simultaneous recording ..110 video sharing Web sites*..Slideshow ....Smart AUTO mode .... 43 USB terminal ...
  • Page 105 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'sfactory service centers or autbodzed service facilities;...
  • Page 106 OFINCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,SOTHEABOVELIMITATION MAYNOTAPPLYTOYOU).TRIS WARRANTY SHALLNOTEXTEND TOANYONE OTHERTHANTHEORIGINALPURCHASER O F THIS EQUIPMENT O R THEPERSON FORWHOM IT WAS PURCHASED ASA GIFT This warranty givesyou specific legalrights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. CANON U.S.A., INC.
  • Page 107 Ship your Equipment in its original carton, box or equivalent, properly packed, fully insured with shipping charges prepaid, together with a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase and a description of the problem to any of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada.

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