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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIE-0448-000 HD Camcorder Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Introduction Important Usage Instructions WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device.
  • Page 3 FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65 and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R52 / VIXIA HF R50 / VIXIA HF R500 and all its accessories. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings.
  • Page 5 REGIONS OF USE VIXIA HF R52 and VIXIA HF R50 are in compliance (as of November 2013) with the radio signal regulations of the regions listed below. For details on other regions where they can be used, make inquiries with the contacts listed at the end of this instruction manual.

  • Page 6: Exciting Features And New Functions

    (A 120). • You can wirelessly connect the camcorder to your home net- work and upload your record- AVCHD and MP4 ings to CANON iMAGE Recording (A 56) GATEWAY (A 128). This will allow you to even share your...

  • Page 7: Video Snapshot

    Smart AUTO (A 42) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you want to shoot. You get spectacular recordings every time without worrying about settings. Video Snapshot Cinema-Look Filters (A 71) (A 61) Shoot or capture short scenes Use professional cinema-look and arrange them into a video filters to create unique movies...
  • Page 8 Enjoying Your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (A 101). Copy your recordings to an external video recorder (A 114). Transfer recordings to your computer (A 105). B Copy the camcorder’s entire memory onto an external Upload your MP4 movies hard drive (A 110).
  • Page 9 Connect the camcorder to an After connecting the access point on your home camcorder to an iOS device or network and then share your CANON iMAGE GATEWAY, you recordings on CANON iMAGE can upload your recordings to GATEWAY (A 128). From other Web sites.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Exciting Features and New Functions About this Manual Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories Names of Parts Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Using a Memory Card Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder Inserting and Removing a Memory Card First Time Settings Basic Setup...
  • Page 11 Basic Shooting and Playback Basic Recording Shooting Video Taking Photos AUTO Mode Zooming Basic Playback Playing Back Video Viewing Photos Deleting Recordings Advanced Shooting Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) Selecting the Video Quality B Selecting the Memory (Built-in Memory/ Memory Card) for Recordings B Dual Recording and Relay Recording Shooting Modes Baby Mode...
  • Page 12 Browser on an iOS or Android Device Saving Recordings and Uploading Movies to the Web Using an iOS Device Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Wireless Playback on a Computer Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings...
  • Page 13 Additional Information 141 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 0 (Home) Menu [3 Recording Setup] Menu [2 Main Functions] and [Edit] Panels [1 Other Settings] Menus 155 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 159 Trouble? Troubleshooting List of Messages 175 Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions Maintenance/Others Using the Camcorder Abroad...

  • Page 14: About This Manual

    About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R52 / VIXIA HF R50 / VIXIA HF R500. 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 159).
  • Page 15 indicates that a function is available in the Brackets [ ] are used to refer to operating mode indicated and indicates control buttons and menu options that the function is not available. The operating you will touch on the screen and to modes are divided into the following three other onscreen messages and groups.

  • Page 16: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-718 Battery Pack IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable HTC-100/S High Speed HDMI Cable Getting Started Leaflet Transfer Utility LE Startup Guide (see below) * CA-110E, including power cord, in Asia.

  • Page 17: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts (playback mode) button (A 46) Left side view 2 ON/OFF button 3 Memory card slot cover (A 24) 4 MIC (microphone) terminal (A 83) 5 AV OUT terminal (A 98, 100)/ × (headphones) terminal (A 82) 6 HDMI OUT terminal (A 98, 99) 7 USB terminal (A 98, 100) 8 Memory card slot (A 24) 9 START/STOP button (A 37)
  • Page 18 A f Speaker (A 49) Top view A g Zoom lever (A 43) A h ACCESS indicator (A 37, 40) A j B Wi-Fi antenna (A 119) Back view A k POWER/CHG (charge) indicator: Green - On Red - Charging (A 20) A l Battery attachment unit (A 20) S q Serial number Bottom view...
  • Page 19 S d LCD touch screen (A 31) LCD panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. By default, this will turn on the camcorder. The first time you open the LCD panel, the initial setup screens will appear and guide you through the basic settings (A 26).

  • Page 20: Preparations

    Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter.
  • Page 21 POWER/CHG (charge) indicator 4 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off. • If the camcorder was on, the green POWER/CHG indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder. After a moment, the POWER/CHG indicator will turn on in red (battery pack charging).
  • Page 22 • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not con- nect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. NOTES • We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F).

  • Page 23: Using A Memory Card

    As of November 2013, the movie recording function has been tested using SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba and SanDisk. For the latest information on memory cards that can be used, visit your local Canon Web site. Memory card type: SD memory card,...

  • Page 24: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    IMPORTANT • If you use an SDXC memory card with a computer OS that is not SDXC- compatible, you may be prompted to format the memory card. In such case, cancel the operation to prevent data loss. Inserting and Removing a Memory Card To use a memory card for recording, turn off the camcorder and insert the memory card before performing the initial setup.
  • Page 25 To remove the memory card Push the memory card once to release it. When the memory card springs out, pull it all the way out. IMPORTANT • Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a mal- function of the camcorder.

  • Page 26: First Time Settings

    First Time Settings Basic Setup You can turn the camcorder on and off by opening and closing the LCD panel. The first time you turn on the camcorder, you will be guided by the camcorder’s easy-to-follow setup screens to configure the cam- corder’s initial settings.
  • Page 27 8 Touch [·] or [¸] to select the movie format and then touch [æ]. • B After you select the movie format, the [v Rec Media for Movies] screen will appear, where you can select the memory to which you want to record movies. •...

  • Page 28: Changing The Time Zone

    • When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery (A 178). The next time you turn on the camcorder, you will have to configure the initial settings again.

  • Page 29: Initializing The Memory

    Initializing the Memory Initialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time. You can also initialize a memory card or the built-in memory (B only) to permanently delete all the recordings it contains. B At the time of purchase, the built-in memory comes pre-ini- tialized and contains music files for use as background music and images for use with the image mix function (image mix frames).
  • Page 30 IMPORTANT • Initializing the memory will permanently erase all recordings. Lost origi- nal recordings cannot be recovered. Make sure you save important recordings in advance using an external device (A 103). • Initializing a memory card will permanently erase any music files and images you may have transferred to the card.

  • Page 31: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder

    Basic Operation of the Camcorder Using the Touch Screen The control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically depending on the operating mode and the task you are performing. With the intuitive touch screen interface you have all the controls at your fingertips.

  • Page 32: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus in the 0 (Home) menu. In addition, you will find it useful to learn how to navigate the other menus as well so that you can access all that your camcorder has to offer.
  • Page 33 Available Menus Menu item Description [1 Other Settings] 35, 146 Opens the [1 Other Settings] menus, which give you access to various camcorder settings. [3 Recording Setup] (recording mode only) 56 - 59 In this menu you can select the movie format, video quality, memory used for recording*, and whether to use dual recording* or relay recording*.
  • Page 34 Menu item Description Video Snapshot] (playback mode only) Switches the camcorder to movie playback mode and opens the [¦] index screen, which displays only video snapshot scenes recorded in AVCHD format. [— Wi-Fi]* (playback mode only) Allows you to access the various Wi-Fi functions, such as uploading recordings to the Web or playing back recordings using a smartphone.
  • Page 35 Drag your finger up and down along the Touch to scroll up scroll bar to display or down the rest of the panel Touch the control button of the desired function Using the [ Other Settings] Menus Refer to [1 Other Settings] Menus (A 146) for available functions. Operating modes: * In mode, access to functions is limited.

  • Page 36: Operating Modes

    NOTES • You can touch [X] to close the menu at any time. • Menu items not available appear grayed out. • For brevity’s sake, references to settings in the 0 (Home) menu will include only the icon of the menu, the tab of the desired submenu (for settings in the [1 Other Settings] menu) and the setting name.

  • Page 37: Basic Shooting And Playback

    Basic Shooting and Playback This chapter covers how to record video and photos, how to use the convenient mode and other basic functions. To enjoy full access to menus and more advanced functions, refer to Advanced Shooting (A 56) and Advanced Playback and Editing (A 85).
  • Page 38 2 Slide the lens cover switch down. 3 Press to begin recording. • Press again to stop recording. • The ACCESS indicator will flash from time to time while the scene is being recorded. Recording standby: While recording: ! Shooting mode (A 59) "...
  • Page 39 - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode. • Be sure to save your recordings regularly (A 103), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. NOTES •...

  • Page 40: Taking Photos

    Taking Photos You can easily take photos with the camcorder. You can even take pho- tos simultaneously while recording a movie. Operating modes: 1 Open the LCD panel to turn on the camcorder. • You can also press • B By default, photos are recorded in the built-in memory.

  • Page 41: Auto Mode

    3 Slide the lens cover switch up. IMPORTANT • The information in the IMPORTANT section (A 38) and NOTES section (A 39) on the previous pages also apply to photos. NOTES • Photos are recorded as JPG files. For details about the approximate number of photos that can be recorded on a memory card, refer to the Reference Tables (A 189).
  • Page 42 Smart AUTO mode, the camcorder will automatically detect certain charac- teristics of the subject, background, lighting conditions, etc. It will then adjust various settings (focus, exposure, color, image stabilization, image quality, among others), selecting the best settings for the scene you want to shoot.

  • Page 43: Zooming

    Intelligent IS Intelligent IS allows the camcorder to select the best image stabiliza- tion option based on your shooting method. During mode, the Intelligent IS icon will change to one of the following icons. In other shooting modes, you can set the image stabilization manually (A 148).
  • Page 44 T Zoom out S Zoom in Using the Zoom Lever Move the zoom lever toward T (wide angle) to zoom out. Move it toward S (telephoto) to zoom in. Using the Touch Screen’s Zoom Controls 1 Display the zoom controls on the touch screen. >...
  • Page 45 • When 1 > > [Zoom Speed] is set to [Y Variable], the zoom speed will be faster in recording standby mode than when actually recording, except when pre-recording (A 144) is activated. • With the 1 > > [Zoom Position at Startup] setting, you can tell the camcorder to memorize the zoom position when you turn it off, so the zoom position will be the same the next time you turn on the camcorder.

  • Page 46: Basic Playback

    Basic Playback Playing Back Video Operating modes: 1 Press ]. • You can press ] repeatedly to switch back and forth between recording mode and playback mode. • You can press ] when the camcorder is off to turn it on directly in playback mode.
  • Page 47 [8 ·] (index screen button) > Movie format of the desired scene (· or ¸) > [OK] ! Index screen button. Displays the currently selected memory (B only) and movie format. Press to change the index screen. " Drag your finger left/right for the next/previous index page.
  • Page 48 During playback: ! Jump to the beginning of the scene. Double-tap to jump to the previous scene. " Pause the playback. # Jump to the beginning of the next scene. $ Fast playback* backward/forward. % Display the volume (A 49) and background music mix balance (A 87) controls.
  • Page 49 During playback pause: ! Resume playback. " Slow playback* backward/forward. # Capture the displayed frame as a photo (A 86). $ Decoration (A 65). * Touch several times to increase the playback speed 1/8 → 1/4 the normal speed. Adjusting the volume 1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls.

  • Page 50: Viewing Photos

    - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode. • You may not be able to play back with this camcorder movies recorded on a memory card using another device. NOTES •...
  • Page 51 2 Open the [ ] index screen. > Photo Playback] 3 B If necessary, change the memory from which to play back. > [&] (index screen button) Memory with the desired photo (& or 8) > [OK] ! B Index screen button. Displays the currently selected memory.
  • Page 52 During single photo view: ! Drag your finger left/right for the next/previous photo. " Start a slideshow of your photos (A 94). # Return to the [}] index screen. $ Display the [Photo Jump] scroll bar. Drag your finger along the scroll bar to jump easily and quickly through a large number of photos.

  • Page 53: Deleting Recordings

    Deleting Recordings You can delete those scenes and photos that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting unnecessary recordings allows you also to free up space on the memory. Deleting Recordings from the Index Screen Operating modes: 1 Open the desired index screen (A 46, 50). To delete all the scenes/photos recorded on a specific date, drag your finger left/right until a scene or photo you want to delete appears.
  • Page 54 Options [date/folder name] Delete all the scenes/photos recorded on a par- ticular date. For AVCHD movies, the date will appear in the con- trol button. For MP4 movies and photos, the folder name* (A 153) will appear. [Select] Select individual recordings to delete. [All Scenes] Delete all the scenes.
  • Page 55 IMPORTANT • Be careful when deleting recordings. Once deleted, recordings cannot be recovered. • Save copies of important recordings before deleting them (A 105). • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing (while recordings are being deleted). - Do not open the memory card slot cover.

  • Page 56: Advanced Shooting

    Advanced Shooting This chapter covers advanced shooting functions, such as Spe- cial Scene modes and Baby mode. For details about basic video shooting, refer to Basic Shooting and Playback (A 37). Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) You can choose to record movies in AVCHD or MP4 format. AVCHD movies are ideal for playback with fantastic picture quality.
  • Page 57 > > > [3 Recording Setup] [Video Quality] Desired > > video quality* * You can view information on the video quality with the following procedure. To view information on the video quality 1 Touch [I]. A screen with the resolution, bit rate and frame rate will appear. 2 Touch [K].

  • Page 58: Selecting The Memory

    B Selecting the Memory (Built-in Memory/Memory Card) for Recordings You can select to record your movies and photos in the built-in mem- ory or on a memory card. The default memory for recording both is the built-in memory. Operating modes: >...

  • Page 59: Shooting Modes

    NOTES • When you use relay recording, there will be a momentary stop in the scene at the point where the camcorder switches from one memory to another. • Dual recording is not available in the following cases. - When the video quality is set to 60P or 35 Mbps. - When the shooting mode is set to •...

  • Page 60: Baby Mode

    Options ( Default value) [N Auto] Let the camcorder take care of most of the settings while you concentrate on recording. Great for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. [9 Baby] mode to record all your little one’s precious moments (A 60).

  • Page 61: Cinema Mode And Cinema-Look Filters

    • During mode, dual recording and recording in 60P are not avail- able. • In mode, most advanced settings will not be available but you can use the following functions. - Zoom (A 43). - Decoration (A 65), including cute stamps, animated stamps and image mix frames especially designed for recording in mode.

  • Page 62: Special Scene Modes

    Options ( Default value) The camcorder offers 7 cinema- look filters. Select the desired filter while previewing the effect on the screen. [1. Cinema Standard] [2. Vivid] [3. Cool] ! Filter number (will appear on [4. Nostalgic] the control button). [5.
  • Page 63 > Touch the shooting mode button (A 59) [ƒ Scene] > > > [OK] Desired Special Scene mode [OK] Options ( Default value) Portrait] The camcorder uses a large aperture, to achieve a sharp focus on the sub- ject while blurring the background. Sports] To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf.

  • Page 64: Programmed Ae Mode: Adjusting Settings To Match Your Needs

    [O Spotlight] To record spotlit scenes. [P Fireworks] To record fireworks. NOTES • [H Portrait]/[I Sports]/[K Snow]/[L Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [H Portrait]: The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (S). •...

  • Page 65: Decoration: Adding A Personal Touch

    > Touch the shooting mode button (A 59) > [’ Programmed AE] [OK] Decoration: Adding a Personal Touch Add a new level of enjoyment to your scenes by decorating them. You can add animated graphics, stamps and even your own freehand drawing easily just by simply using your fingertip.
  • Page 66 ! Canvas - The area where you will draw and see your decorations in action. " Toolbar. # [Ó Pens and Stamps] Select the type of pen or stamp and its color. $ [× Animated Stamps] Select animated stamps to add to your decoration.
  • Page 67 4 Touch [OK]. The main decoration screen will appear again. 5 Draw freely on the canvas with your fingertip. > • To clear your freehand drawings and stamps: Touch [Ó] [Clear] > > [Yes] [OK]. > • To save your freehand drawings and stamps: Touch [Ó] >...
  • Page 68 To use [Date/Time] 1 Touch [&]. The [Date/Time] screen will appear. 2 Touch [Date] or [Time]. To remove a selected stamp, touch it again. 3 Touch [OK]. The selected stamp(s) will appear. 4 You can touch any stamp and drag it to the desired location. To use stamps from the [9] menu During mode and from the baby album, you can add stamps to...
  • Page 69 5 Touch [OK]. • The selected stamp(s) will appear. 6 You can touch any stamp and drag it to the desired location. NOTES • For the age stamp, days will be displayed for 6 days after birth, weeks will be displayed from 1 week up to, but not including, 1 month; months will be displayed from 1 month up to, but not including, 1 year;...
  • Page 70 • You can select from 26 image mix frames (or 20 especially designed image frames, in mode). • B Only when recording on or playing back scenes from a memory card: You can touch one of the memory icons at the bottom of the screen to read image mix frames saved on a different memory.

  • Page 71: Video Snapshot

    Decorating Scenes during Playback You can decorate scenes while playing them back. Decorations added during playback are not recorded with the scene. You can also load and apply a canvas with previously saved decorations. Operating modes: 1 From the index screen (A 46), play back the scene you want to decorate.

  • Page 72: Face Detection And Tracking

    2 Press Y. The camcorder records for a few seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar) and then automatically returns to recording standby mode. NOTES • You can change the length of the video snapshot scene with the 1 >...
  • Page 73 2 Point the camcorder at a person. If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will automatically select one person it determines is the main subject. The main subject is indicated by a white face detection frame and the camcorder will optimize the settings for that person.

  • Page 74: Faders

    - Subjects lacking sufficient contrast. - Fast moving subjects. - When shooting indoors with insufficient lighting. Faders The camcorder offers two professional looking transition effects to fade-in or fade-out scenes. Operating modes: > > > [R Faders] Desired fader* > Desired fade screen color* * You can preview the transition effect on the screen.

  • Page 75: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the Exposure The camcorder determines the optimal exposure of a scene based on the average brightness of the whole picture. When you want to record a subject that is much brighter or darker than its surroundings, the automatic exposure obtained by the camcorder may not be best for that specific subject.

  • Page 76: Adjusting The Focus

    • During exposure lock, y and the exposure compensation value will appear on the screen. Touch AE 2 Touch a subject that appears inside the y frame. • The Touch AE mark (I) will flash and the exposure will be optimized automatically for the subject you selected.

  • Page 77: Touch Af

    POINTS TO CHECK • Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. Manual Focus 1 Open the manual focus screen. > [< Focus] 2 Touch [D]. Touch [D] again to return the camcorder to autofocus. 3 Touch and hold [F] or [E] to adjust the focus. •...

  • Page 78: White Balance

    3 Touch [X] to lock the focus at the selected distance. During manual focus, [D] will appear on the screen. NOTES • When you use [E] and [F] to adjust the focus manually, you can touch inside the frame to automatically focus on that spot. White Balance The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look...

  • Page 79: Frame Rate

    NOTES • When you select the custom white balance: > - Set [2] [Zoom Type] to [ Optical]. - Reset the white balance when you change locations or the lighting or other conditions change. - Depending on the light source, Å may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with [Ã...

  • Page 80: Tele Macro

    NOTES • When the video quality is set to [60P Recording] (60P or 35 Mbps), the frame rate is automatically set to 60P and cannot be changed. Tele Macro Using tele macro, the camcorder can focus at a shorter distance (up to 50 cm (1.6 ft.) from the subject at full telephoto), allowing you to get closer shots of small subjects like flowers and insects.

  • Page 81: Audio Scenes

    NOTES • Any of the following actions will deactivate the tele macro function. - Turning off the camcorder. - Pressing ]. - Setting the shooting mode to mode, mode or the [P Fireworks] Special Scene mode in mode. - Zooming out toward T (wide angle). •...

  • Page 82: Using Headphones

    Using Headphones Use headphones for playback or to check the audio level while record- ing. The headphones are connected to the AV OUT/× terminal, which is used for both the headphones and the audio/video output. Before connecting the headphones, follow the procedure below to change the function of the terminal from AV output to ×...

  • Page 83: Adjust Volume During Playback

    To adjust the volume during playback mode, and in mode during slideshow playback, adjust the headphones volume the same way you adjust the speaker’s vol- ume (A 49, 94). IMPORTANT • When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume to an appro- priate level.
  • Page 84 Using Commercially Available Microphones You can also use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can connect almost any stereo micro- phone with a ∅ 3.5 mm plug but audio recording levels may vary. Connect the external microphone to the MIC terminal.

  • Page 85: Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes And Photos From A

    Advanced Playback and Editing In this chapter, you can learn how to use functions related to playback and editing, such as capturing video snapshot scenes and photos from your movies and playing back your movies with background music. Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes and Photos from a Movie You can capture video snapshot scenes or photos from a previously recorded scene.
  • Page 86 • A video snapshot scene can be captured only during playback; it can- not be captured during playback pause mode. • Video snapshot scenes cannot be captured from scenes shorter than 1 second. • When the source scene is itself a video snapshot scene, you may not be able to capture a video snapshot scene depending on the length of the source scene and the length currently selected for video snapshot scenes.

  • Page 87: Playback With Background Music

    Playback with Background Music Canon offers for download 3 music tracks that can be used as back- ground music when playing back your movies or a slideshow of your photos. You can also mix the original audio and the background music and adjust the mix balance to your preference.
  • Page 88 4 Touch [X] and then touch a scene to start the playback with the selected background music. To adjust the background music balance during playback 1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls. 2 Touch [Ý], touch [y] or [Û] to adjust the background music balance as desired, and touch [K].

  • Page 89: Selecting The Playback Starting Point

    Selecting the Playback Starting Point If you have a very long scene, you may want to start playing back the scene from a certain point. You can use the movie timeline (AVCHD scenes only) to break the scene to segments at fixed time intervals ranging from 6 seconds to 6 minutes.
  • Page 90 ! Touch twice to return to the index screen. " Previous/next scene. # Drag your finger left along the ruler to display the next 5 frames. $ Scene’s video quality and length. % Recording date and time. & Drag your finger right along the ruler to display the previous 5 frames.

  • Page 91: Dividing Scenes

    Dividing Scenes You can divide AVCHD scenes in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest. Operating modes: 1 Play back the desired scene (A 46). 2 Touch the screen and then touch [Ý] to pause the playback. 3 Open the screen for dividing scenes.

  • Page 92: Trimming Scenes

    Trimming Scenes You can trim MP4 scenes by removing everything up to a certain point or everything after a certain point. By doing so, you leave only memo- rable moments to keep for posterity. Operating modes: 1 Play back the desired scene (A 46). 2 Touch the screen and then touch [Ý] to pause the playback.

  • Page 93: Changing The Thumbnail Image Of A Scene

    Changing the Thumbnail Image of a Scene For scenes recorded in mode, you can change the thumbnail image that will appear in the baby album ([9] index screen). Operating modes: 1 Open the [9] index screen (A 46). 2 Play back the desired scene. 3 When the image you want to use as the thumbnail image of the scene appears, touch the screen and then touch [Ý] to pause the playback.

  • Page 94: Photo Slideshow

    Photo Slideshow You can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music. Operating modes: 1 Open the [ ] index screen (A 50). 2 Select the music track. > > > > [1 Other Settings] [Select Music] >...

  • Page 95: B Copying Recordings To A Memory Card

    B Copying Recordings to a Memory Card You can copy your recordings from the built-in memory to a memory card. POINTS TO CHECK • Insert the memory card to which you want to copy the recordings into the memory card slot and make sure it has sufficient available space. Copying Recordings from the Index Screen Operating modes: 1 Open the desired index screen in the built-in memory (A 46, 50).
  • Page 96 Options [date/folder name] Copy all the scenes/photos recorded on a par- ticular date. For AVCHD movies, the date will appear in the con- trol button. For MP4 movies and photos, the folder name* (A 153) will appear. [Select] Select individual recordings to copy. [All Scenes] Copy all the scenes.
  • Page 97 NOTES • In the following cases, you will not be able to copy recordings to the memory card: - If the memory card slot cover is open. - If the LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent writing. - If the file numbering is at maximum (A 153).

  • Page 98: Terminals On The Camcorder

    External Connections This chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer. B You can also use the camcorder’s convenient Wi-Fi functions (A 117). Terminals on the Camcorder Open the LCD panel to access the terminals on the camcorder. (cable connector shown upside-down) 1 AV OUT/×...

  • Page 99: Connection Diagrams

    Connection Diagrams 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. Connection ! HDMI Type: Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal.

  • Page 100: External Connections

    Connection " Composite Video Type: Analog Quality: Standard definition Output only Connect to a standard TV or a VCR with audio/video input terminals. Change the following settings on the camcorder: > t> [TV Type] according to the TV set (widescreen or 4:3), if the TV cannot automatically detect and change the aspect ratio >...

  • Page 101: Playback On A Tv Screen

    NOTES • Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter and only then connect it to the computer using the supplied USB cable in the follow- ing cases. - To write back scenes recorded with this camcorder that were previously saved on a computer. For details, refer to the ‘Transfer Utility LE Software Guide’...
  • Page 102 NOTES • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. • Connection ": When you play back your 16:9 movies on standard TV sets with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the TV set will switch automatically to wide- screen mode if it is compatible with the Video ID-1 system. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually.

  • Page 103: Saving And Sharing Your Recordings

    Saving and Sharing Your Recordings B Converting Movies to MP4 Format You can convert AVCHD movies into MP4 movies or even convert MP4 movies into smaller MP4 movies. This is convenient, for example, when you want to upload the MP4 movies to the Web. The movie you want to convert must be in the built-in memory.
  • Page 104 6 Touch [OK]. NOTES • When you convert movies, the video quality you can choose for the resulting MP4 movie will depend on the video quality of the original movie. Based on the following options, movies in the built-in memory will be converted and then copied to the memory card.

  • Page 105: Saving Recordings On A Computer

    B Refer to Wi-Fi Functions (A 117) for details on saving your recordings wirelessly. * Software for AVCHD movies, available for free from PIXELA’s Web site. ** Software for photos and MP4 movies, available for free from your local Canon Web site. Saving AVCHD Movies (Windows only) With Transfer Utility LE, you can save to your computer the scenes you have recorded.
  • Page 106 Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer Operating modes: 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. If the camcorder is connected to the computer while it is powered only by the battery pack, previously saved video files cannot be transferred back to the camcorder and music files cannot be transferred to a memory card in the camcorder.
  • Page 107 The ‘ImageBrowser EX User Guide’ will also be installed with the soft- ware. 1 Download the software from your local Canon Web site. Visit the following Web site, click on your country/region and follow the onscreen instructions to download ImageBrowser EX.
  • Page 108 If you cannot find the icon, check your Internet connection and install the software again. First-time connection to a computer running Windows The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you also need to select the CameraWindow auto-launch setting. Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer Operating modes: 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
  • Page 109 IMPORTANT • When the camcorder is connected to 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 110: B Memory Save: Saving An Entire Memory Onto

    B Memory Save: Saving an Entire Memory onto an External Hard Drive You can easily save all the movies and photos you recorded onto a commercially available external hard drive connected directly to the camcorder. You can also use the camcorder to play back your record- ings directly from the hard drive.
  • Page 111 • If the external hard drive is partitioned, only the first partition will be rec- ognized. • You cannot use the following types of external hard drives. For the latest information on devices that can be used, please visit your local Canon Web site. - USB-powered portable hard drives.
  • Page 112 Playing Back Previously Saved Recordings from the External Hard Drive 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Press ] to set the camcorder to playback mode. 3 Connect the camcorder to the external hard drive. • If the USB cable supplied with the external hard drive has a standard-A connector, you will need to use the optional UA-100 USB Adapter.
  • Page 113 IMPORTANT • Be careful when deleting recordings. Once deleted, recordings cannot be recovered. • Observe the following precautions while the external hard drive’s access indicator is on or flashing. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not disconnect the camcorder or the external hard drive. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.
  • Page 114 IMPORTANT • Initializing the external hard drive will permanently erase all the data on the hard drive (including your recordings, previous data not saved with the camcorder, and partitioned drives). Make sure to copy in advance important data to a computer or other device. Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder In High Definition Operating modes:...
  • Page 115 In Standard Definition You can copy your movies by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video recorder with analog audio/video inputs. Video output will be in standard definition, although the original scenes are in high defi- nition. Operating modes: Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using Connection ".

  • Page 116: Uploading Mp4 Movies And Photos To The Web

    With ImageBrowser EX, you can also upload your MP4 movies to You- Tube and photos to Facebook from your computer. Additionally, you can use CANON iMAGE GATEWAY* to make photo albums and more. * This service may not be available in all countries/regions.

  • Page 117: The Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions

    Wi-Fi Functions This chapter contains information about how to operate the Wi-Fi functions of your camcorder, including the Wi-Fi network setup needed to add your camcorder to an existing Wi-Fi network. The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions You can use the camcorder’s Wi-Fi functions to connect wirelessly to Wi-Fi enabled devices* like smartphones or tablets and save, play back and upload your recordings.
  • Page 118 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY • Connecting the camcorder to an access point (home network) con- nected 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 (A 128).
  • Page 119 Before Using Wi-Fi Functions Based on the function, the camcorder will connect wirelessly to a Wi-Fi-enabled device, such as a smartphone, directly or to a Wi-Fi network via an access point (wireless router)*. After selecting the function you want to use, follow the onscreen directions to connect the camcorder.

  • Page 120: Using Ios/Android As Remote Control

    Using an iOS or Android Device as a Remote Control Using the CameraAccess plus app*, you can view the image streamed from the camcorder on your iOS/Android device even when the cam- corder is somewhere else. You can use your iOS/Android device as a remote control to start recording on the camcorder and, while using the Monitor from Home function, you can even record the streamed image locally on your iOS/Android device.
  • Page 121 2 iOS/Android device: In the Wi-Fi settings screen, turn on Wi-Fi and select the network name that appears on the camcorder’s screen (step 1). If necessary, enter the password that appears on the camcorder’s screen. • The camcorder’s network name (SSID) should appear in the list of networks/access points detected by the device.
  • Page 122 Preparing the Camcorder 1 Activate the [Monitor while Out] function. > > [ Remote Control+Streaming] > Monitor while Out] [OK] • The first time you activate the function, you will need to set a password and the port to be used by this function (steps 2-4). If you have already completed the settings for the Monitor while Out function, skip to step 5.
  • Page 123 Connecting the iOS/Android Device If the iOS/Android device is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as the camcorder, CameraAccess plus will recognize the camcorder's ID and register it automatically. Otherwise, you can enter the camcorder's ID manually. As long as you do not reset the camcorder's settings, you only need to register the camcorder's ID the first time you connect the device.
  • Page 124 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. ! Switch between letters and numbers/special characters. "...

  • Page 125: Remote Browse: Viewing Recordings Using A Web

    Web browser and even save local copies of them on your device*. * Depending on the device, OS, browser, movie format and video quality, you may not be able to play back or download recordings. For details, visit your local Canon Web site. Operating modes: 1 Camcorder: From any movie index screen, activate the Remote Browse mode.
  • Page 126 • The URL is always the same so you may find it convenient to bookmark the URL. 5 iOS/Android device: Select the desired recording from the index screen and play it back. • Touch the button on the top left of the screen to change the index screen displayed.
  • Page 127 Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Before you perform this procedure for the first time, install the Movie Uploader app on your iOS device. The app can be downloaded for free from the following Web site. http://appstore.com/movieuploader 1 Camcorder: From any index screen, set the camcorder to connect with the iOS device.
  • Page 128 1 hour. Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY After you register for CANON iMAGE GATEWAY*, you will be able to access various Web services**. You will be able to upload movies and photos to online albums, share links to the online albums on Twitter,...
  • Page 129 Available services may differ by country/region. Setting the Desired Web Services in the Camcorder Using 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. This PDF file can be accessed through the ? menu on the upper right of the ImageBrowser EX main screen.
  • Page 130 • Available Web services differ depending on the country/region of use and may be updated from time to time. For the latest details about avail- able services and terms of use, visit your local CANON iMAGE GATE- WAY Web site.
  • Page 131 Library You can check the movies and photos you have uploaded to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY on the Library screen and on the vari- ous online albums. On the Library screen, you can also check what files you have sent and the various settings for the Web services.

  • Page 132: Wireless Playback On A Computer

    • E-mail addresses must consist of single-byte characters. Only e-mail addresses with 16 or fewer characters before the @ mark can be set in the camcorder. Wireless Playback on a Computer Using the Media Server function, you can wirelessly view your movies and photos on your computer or similar device.

  • Page 133: Wi-Fi Connection Using An Access Point

    2 Camcorder: When the wireless connection is successfully established, [Connected] will appear on the camcorder’s screen. You can touch [View Information] to view the access point’s SSID, connection protocol, and the camcorder’s IP address and MAC address. From the information screen, you can also touch [Change Connection Point] to connect to a different access point.
  • Page 134 > [ Remote Control+Streaming] (recording mode) or [— Wi-Fi] (video playback mode, from any index screen) > > > [w Check/Edit Settings] [OK] > [Access Point Connection Settings] [Not configured] 2 Touch the desired setup method. Depending on the setup method chosen, the procedure will be different.
  • Page 135 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) If your access point is WPS-compatible (bears the logo shown on the right), connecting the cam- corder to it can be very easy. If you cannot suc- cessfully connect the camcorder using WPS, try using the [Search for Access Points] method. Refer also to the access point’s (wireless router’s) instruction manual.
  • Page 136 Searching for Access Points After you touch [Search for Access Points], the camcorder will take a few seconds to detect access points available in the vicinity and will display the first one. Make a note in advance of the network name (SSID) and password (encryption key) of the access point you want to use.
  • Page 137 2 In the [Authentication/Encryption Method] field, touch [OPEN NONE] and then touch the desired method. If you selected [OPEN WEP], the WEP index is 1. 3 In the [Encryption Key] field, enter the encryption key (password). Touch [OK] and then touch [Next]. If you selected [OPEN NONE] in step 2, this step is not necessary.

  • Page 138: Viewing And Changing Wi-Fi Settings

    Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings You can review and change, if necessary, the settings used for the var- ious Wi-Fi connections and for the Monitor while Out function. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Check Current Configuration] screen. > [ Remote Control+Streaming] (recording mode) or [—...
  • Page 139 • Touch [Í] and [Î] to view more information. > • To delete the access point connection displayed, touch [Edit] > [Delete] [Yes]. • To manually change the settings of the access point connection > displayed, touch [Edit] [Manual Setup] and then perform the Manual Setup procedure in (A 136).
  • Page 140 Glossary This is a glossary of some of the basic terms used frequently in this chapter. The documentation for your access point may also contain a glossary you can refer to. Access Point A wireless access point (WAP) is a device that allows wireless devices, like your camcorder, to connect to a wired network (includ- ing to the Internet) using the Wi-Fi standard.

  • Page 141: Additional Information

    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen mes- sages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information. Appendix: Menu Options Lists The functions that are available depend on the camcorder’s operating mode. On the camcorder’s screen, menu items not available appear grayed out.

  • Page 142: Recording Setup] Menu

    [3 Recording Setup] Menu Menu item Setting options [Movie Format] [· AVCHD], [¸ MP4] [Video Quality] When [Movie Format] is set to [· AVCHD]: [« 60P Recording], [© High Quality], [¨ Standard (Full HD)], [¥ Long Play] When [Movie Format] is set to [¸ MP4]: 60P Recording], [ High Quality], Standard (Full HD)], [...
  • Page 143 Control button Setting options/Function [R Faders] [j Off], [T Fade Trigger], [V Wipe] [Black Screen], [White Screen] [Zoom Type] Optical], [ Advanced], [ Digital] – [È Powered IS] [ON], [OFF] – [z Pre REC] [ON], [OFF] – [< Focus] [D] (manual focus): Toggle on or off, Touch AF frame [y Exposure] [n] (manual exposure): Toggle on or off,...
  • Page 144 [z Pre REC]: When this function is activated, the camcorder automatically starts recording 3 seconds before you press Y so you do not miss important shooting opportunities. • When the shooting mode is set to , [z Pre REC] will automatically be set to [ON] and pre-recording cannot be deactivated.
  • Page 145 [Edit] Panel - Mode Control button Index screen Playback pause <date/folder name> – From the built-in memory: [Select], [Copy (& [All Scenes] [Select] – From the built-in memory: [Convert to MP4 (& <date/folder name> [Delete] [This Scene] [Select], [All Scenes] [Divide] –...

  • Page 146: Other Settings] Menus

    [1 Other Settings] Menus p Camera Setup (recording mode only) Menu item Setting options [i On <], [j Off] [Self Timer] – [Zoom Speed] [Y Variable], [Z Speed 3], – [[ Speed 2], [] Speed 1] [Zoom Position at Startup] [Full Wide Angle], [Last Used Position] –...
  • Page 147 [Zoom Speed]: Determines the zoom speed of the zoom lever. Variable]: The zoom lever operates at a variable speed. Press gently for a slow zoom; press harder for faster zooms. Speed 1] to [ Speed 3]: The zoom lever operates at a constant speed.
  • Page 148 [Flicker Reduction]: If the screen starts to flicker when recording movies under fluorescent lights, change the setting to reduce the effect. • This function is available only when the shooting mode is set to [Image Stabilizer]: The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving).
  • Page 149 Display Setup Menu item Setting options [Onscreen Markers] [j Off], [3 Level (White)], [4 Level (Gray)], – [5 Grid (White)], [6 Grid (Gray)] [Display Date/Time] [i On], [j Off] – [Output Onscreen [i On], [j Off] – Displays] [LCD Brightness] –...
  • Page 150 • When the compact power adapter is connected, [LCD Backlight] will automatically change to [H Bright]. [LCD Mirror Image]: When this setting is set to [i On], this function reverses the image on the screen horizontally when you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees toward the subject.

  • Page 151: System Setup

    q System Setup Menu item Setting options [Language H] ], [Dansk], [Deutsch], [ ], [English], [Español], [Français], [Italiano], [Magyar], [Melayu], [Nederlands], [Norsk], [Polski], [Português], ], [Suomi], [Svenska], [Türkçe], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ [Time Zone/DST] ["] (home time zone) or [#] (travel time zone): [New York], list of world time zones...
  • Page 152 Menu item Setting options [Power On Using LCD [Enable], [Off] – Panel] [Initialize &/8] [& Built-in Mem.], [8 Mem. Card] [Complete Initialization]: Toggle on or off [Initialize 8] – [Initialize ']* [Firmware] – – – [Delete Memory Save Folder]* [Reset All] [No], [Yes] –...
  • Page 153 [Notification Sounds]: A beep will accompany some operations like turn- ing on the camcorder, the self-timer countdown, etc. • Set to [j Off] to turn off notification sounds. • While pre-recording (A 144) is activated, the camcorder will not emit some notification sounds.
  • Page 154 • The file number and folder name also indicate the location of the file on the memory card. A recording with the file number “101-0107”, made on 3 November will be found in the folder DCIM\101_1103. If it is an MP4 movie, its file name will be MVI_0107.MP4;...

  • Page 155: Appendix: Onscreen Icons And Displays

    Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies modes (with the zoom control displayed) 1 Control button [PHOTO]: Take a 8 Control button [Ü]/[Ñ]: Start/Stop photo (A 40, 86) recording a movie (A 37) 2 Smart AUTO* (A 42) 9 Face detection frame (A 72) 3 Zoom controls (A 44) A q Tracking frame (A 72) 4 Total number of scenes / Total...
  • Page 156 Recording Movies modes mode A a Control button [0]: Open the S d Remaining recording time 0 (Home) menu (A 32) 8 On the memory card & In the built-in memory* A s Shooting mode (A 59) Relay recording* (A 58) A d Exposure (A 75) S f Video quality (A 56) A f Focus (A 76)
  • Page 157 Playing Movies (during playback) D j Decoration (A 65) D s Playback control buttons (A 48) D k Control button [¦]: Capture a D d Scene playback time video snapshot scene (A 85) D f Scene number D g Date/Time (A 149) D h Volume and background music balance controls (A 49, 88) Viewing Photos...
  • Page 158 5 Memory operation Ü Record, Ñ Recording standby, Ð Playback, Ý Playback pause, × Fast playback, Ø Fast reverse playback, Õ Slow playback, Ö Slow reverse playback, Ó Frame advance, Ô Frame reverse. 7 Remaining battery charge • The icon shows a rough estimate of 100% the remaining charge as a percentage of the full charge of the...

  • Page 159: Troubleshooting

    Canon for use with this camcorder cannot be charged using this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack. Consult a Canon Service Center.
  • Page 160 - The camcorder may become hot after using it continuously for 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 indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. Additional Information...
  • Page 161 Playback Deleting scenes takes longer than usual. - When the memory contains a large number of scenes, some operations may take longer than usual. Save your recordings (A 105) and initialize the memory (A 29). Cannot capture a video snapshot scene from a movie. - You cannot capture video snapshot scenes from scenes recorded or edited using another device.
  • Page 162 - The battery pack is damaged. Use a different battery pack. - Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Con- sult a Canon Service Center. Picture and Sound A rattling can be heard from the camcorder.
  • Page 163 - If the supplied HTC-100/S High Speed HDMI Cable or optional STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it. - The AV OUT/× terminal is set to headphone output. Set 1 > > [AV/Headphones] to [AV]. There is no sound from the headphones. - B Audio will not be output from the AV OUT/×...
  • Page 164 There is no image on the TV screen and there is no sound. - B Video and audio will not be output from the camcorder while Wi-Fi functions are in use. The computer does not recognize the camcorder even though the camcorder is connected correctly.

  • Page 165: List Of Messages

    Select [Yes] to try to recover the recordings. B Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Contact a Canon Service Center. Additional Information...
  • Page 166 Cannot communicate with the battery pack. Continue using this battery pack? - You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack.
  • Page 167 - There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center. B Cannot record Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Save your recordings (A 105) and initialize the built-in memory using the [Complete Initialization] option (A 29).
  • Page 168 Check the memory card - Cannot access the memory card. Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted cor- rectly. - A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or display the image. Try remov- ing and reinserting the memory card, or use a different memory card. - You inserted a MultiMedia Card (MMC) into the camcorder.
  • Page 169 May not be possible to record movies on this memory card - You may not be able to record movies on a memory card without a Speed Class rating or rated CLASS 2. Replace the memory card with one rated CLASS 4, 6 or 10. Mem.
  • Page 170 Recording was stopped due to insufficient write speed of the memory card - The data transfer rate was too high for the memory card in use and the recording was stopped. Replace the memory card with one rated CLASS 4, 6 or 10 (CLASS 6 or 10 when recording movies with a video quality of 60P or 35 Mbps).
  • Page 171 Too many photos and MP4 movies. Disconnect the USB cable. - Disconnect the USB cable. Try using a memory card reader or decrease the number of photos and MP4 movies on the memory card to fewer than 2,500 (Windows), or 1,000 (Mac OS). - If a dialog box appeared on the computer screen, close it.
  • Page 172 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. After a short while, turn them on again and try again.
  • Page 173 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] option (A 136). - Turn on the DHCP server. If it is already on, make sure it is functioning properly. - Make sure the address range for the DHCP server is sufficient.
  • Page 174 Server busy Try again later - The CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server is busy due to a high number of users trying to connect to the server. End the Wi-Fi connection and try again later. 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.

  • Page 175: Handling Precautions

    (A 103) 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 176 • Do not point the camcorder toward an intense light source, such as the sun on a sunny day or an intense artificial light source. Doing so may damage the image sensor or the camcorder’s internal components. • Do not use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. The cam- corder is not waterproof –...
  • Page 177 • We recommend backing up the recordings on the memory card onto your computer. Data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon shall not be liable for lost or corrupted data.
  • Page 178 • Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity and high temperature. • Do not disassemble, bend, drop, or subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them to water. • Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a mem- ory card into the slot if it is not correctly oriented may damage the mem- ory card or the camcorder.

  • Page 179: 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 • If the lens surface is dirty, autofocus may not work properly. •...

  • Page 180: 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 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use.

  • Page 181: General Information

    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. BP-718, BP-727 Battery Pack CG-700 Battery Charger CA-110 Compact Power Adapter HTC-100 High Speed HDMI Cable STV-250N...
  • Page 182 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable 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...
  • Page 183 SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.

  • Page 184: Specifications

    Specifications VIXIA HF R52 / VIXIA HF R50 / VIXIA HF R500 — Values given are approximate figures. System • Recording System Movies: AVCHD* Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Audio: MPEG-4 AAC-LC (2ch) Photos: DCF (Design rule for Camera File system), compatible with Exif** Ver. 2.3 Image compression: JPEG * Compatible with AVCHD ver.
  • Page 185 MP4 movies: 35 Mbps: 1 hr. 24 Mbps: 1 hr. 25 min. 17 Mbps: 2 hr. 5 min. 4 Mbps: 8 hr. 40 min. • Image Sensor 1/4.85-in. CMOS, 3,280,000 pixels Effective pixels: 2,070,000 pixels (1920 x 1080) When advanced zoom is on: 1920 x 1080 (wide angle), 1280 x 720 (full telephoto) •...
  • Page 186 • USB Terminal: mini-AB, Hi-Speed USB • HDMI OUT Terminal: HDMI Mini Connector; output only • MIC Terminal ∅ 3.5 mm stereo minijack –64 dBV (with 600 Ω microphone) / 5 kΩ or more Wi-Fi (B only) • Standard Complies with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n protocol; Wi-Fi Protected Setup (connection methods: WPS button, PIN code) •...
  • Page 187 BP-718 Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery Rated voltage: • 3.6 V DC Operating temperature : • 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) Battery capacity: • 1,840 mAh (typical); 6.5 Wh / 1,790 mAh (minimum) Dimensions : •...

  • Page 188: Reference Tables

    Reference Tables Approximate recording times Default value For AVCHD movies: Video quality and resolution → Memory ↓ (1920 x 1080) (1440 x 1080) 8 GB Memory card/ 35 min. 40 min. 1 hr. 3 hr. < Built-in memory* 16 GB Memory card 1 hr.
  • Page 189 Approximate number of photos that can be recorded on a 1 GB memory card The actual number of photos that can be recorded will vary depending on the subject and shooting conditions. Photo size Number of photos 1920x1080 1280x720* 1490 * Photos recorded when the video format is set to MP4 and the video quality is set to 4 Mbps.
  • Page 190 B Recording AVCHD movies using the built-in memory Recording Recording Battery pack Video quality Playback (maximum) (typical)* 100 min. 55 min. 160 min. 110 min. 65 min. 170 min. BP-718 110 min. 65 min. 175 min. 110 min. 65 min. 175 min.
  • Page 191 B Recording MP4 movies using the built-in memory Recording Recording Battery pack Video quality Playback (maximum) (typical)* 35 Mbps 100 min. 55 min. 160 min. 24 Mbps 120 min. 65 min. 175 min. BP-718 17 Mbps 120 min. 65 min. 175 min.

  • Page 192: Downloading Music Files And Image Files (Image Mix Frames)

    Downloading Music Files and Image Files (Image Mix Frames) Canon offers for download music files for use as background music and image files (image mix frames) for the image mix function. Access the following Web site, click on your country/region and follow the onscreen instructions to download the files.
  • Page 193 • When the connection is successfully established, [USB Connection] will appear on the camcorder’s screen. • One or two new drives labeled “CANON” will appear on the computer: one for the built-in memory (B only) and one for the memory card in the camcorder.

  • Page 194: Index

    ..120 CameraAccess plus* CANON iMAGE GATEWAY* ....116, 128 ..98, 99...
  • Page 195 Reference tables (charging, usage, ..188 recording times, etc.) ..149 LCD screen brightness ....58 Relay recording* .
  • Page 196 . . . 153 Turning off notification sounds ....78 White balance ....43 Wide angle Uploading recordings to .
  • Page 197 B) If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA’s factory service centers or authorized service facilities;...
  • Page 198 THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF CANON USA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST CANON USA BE GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE EQUIPMENT SOLD BY CANON USA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE.
  • Page 199 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.
  • Page 200 CANADA CANON CANADA INC. 6390 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON L5T 1P7 ❖ If you have any questions, call the Canon Canada Information Center toll free (in Canada only) at 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666). ❖ Si vous avez des questions, veuillez téléphoner 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666, sans frais au Canada seulement).

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