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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIE-0363-000xc HD Camcorder Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Introduction Important Usage Instructions WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 3 For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) Trademark Acknowledgements •...

  • Page 4: Exciting Features And New Functions

    (0 36). “Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). Video is recorded at this resolution only when the recording mode is set to MXP or FXP mode.

  • Page 5: Video Snapshot

    Smart AUTO (0 40) 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. Just point the camcorder and it will automatically select the best settings for your subject Video Snapshot (0 65)
  • Page 6 Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices AVCHD discs Photo DVDs Connect the camcorder to the optional DW-100 DVD Connect the camcorder Burner (0 127, 131) to an HDTV (0 121) AVCHD-compatible HDTVs and Play video directly digital recorders with an SD from your recorded memory card slot memory card...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Exciting Features and New Functions About this Manual Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs Names of Parts Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Preparing the Accessories Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Basic Operation of the Camcorder Using the Touch Screen Operating Modes...
  • Page 9 Dual Shot Mode Basic Recording Shooting Video and Taking Photos in Dual Shot Mode About the Smart AUTO mode Zooming Quick Start Function Video Basic Playback Playing Back the Video The Index Selection Screen: Selecting the Content to Play Back 3D Flip View Narrowing Down the Scenes Shown in the Index Screen Deleting Scenes...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Using the Mini Advanced Shoe Using an External Microphone Using a Zoom Remote Controller Selecting the Playback Starting Point Playing Back Scenes Set to Background Music Onscreen Displays and Data Code Playlist and Scene Operations Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and Playing Back Capturing Photos and Video Snapshot Scenes from a Movie...
  • Page 11 External Connections 117 Terminals on the Camcorder Connection Diagrams 121 Playback on a TV Screen 122 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings a Copying Recordings to a Memory Card Saving Recordings on a Computer Saving Movies onto High-Definition Discs (AVCHD/Blu-ray Discs) a Saving Movies onto Standard-Definition Discs (DVD) Saving Photos on Photo DVDs...

  • Page 12: About This Manual

    About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA HF M31 / LEGRIA HF M300. Please read this manual carefully before you use the cam- corder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 165).
  • Page 13 indicates that a function is available in the Brackets [ ]are used to refer to control operating mode indicated and indicates buttons and menu options you will that the function is not available. For a detailed touch on the screen and to other explanation refer to Operating Modes (0 27).

  • Page 14: Getting To Know The Camcorder

    Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller (incl. CR2025 lithium button battery) STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs CTC-100/S Component Cable Red •...
  • Page 15 The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM* and ‘PIXELA Applications’ Installation Guide - ImageMixer 3 SE Transfer Utilities – Software for saving and transferring movies and music files you can use as background music. •...

  • Page 16: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Left side view 1 DISP. (onscreen display) button (0 90)/ BATT. INFO button (0 164) 2 2 (camera/play) button (0 27) 3 Speaker (0 48) 4 Memory card slot cover 5 Memory card slot (0 35) 6 MIC terminal (0 82) 7 AV OUT terminal (0 117, 119)/ X (headphones) terminal (0 79) 8 BATTERY RELEASE switch (0 20)
  • Page 17 Top view A l Mini advanced shoe (0 81) S q Mode switch (0 27) S a PHOTO button (0 39, 101) S s Zoom lever (0 43) S d VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (0 65) S f POWER button S g ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green –...
  • Page 18 Bottom view D s Serial number D d Tripod socket (0 184) Wireless Controller WL-D89 1 START/STOP button (0 39, 55) 2 b (index selection) button (0 49) Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to switch between shooting and playback mode.

  • Page 19: 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 20 5 Charging will start when the ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator camcorder is turned off. • If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder. After a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will start flashing in red (battery pack charging).
  • Page 21 • 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 • The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off. •...

  • Page 22: Preparing The Accessories

    Preparing the Accessories Wireless Controller First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wire- less controller. 1 Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2 Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up.
  • Page 23 Grip Belt and Straps Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the g button with your thumb. To remove the grip belt 1 Lift the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the Velcro pad.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Position And Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    To attach an optional wrist strap Pass the attaching end of the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the loop and fasten. You can also attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt to use both for extra convenience and protection.
  • Page 25 180° 180° 90° Subject can monitor the LCD screen NOTES • About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-pre- cision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasion- ally misfire or appear as black, red, blue or green dots.

  • Page 26: 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 27: Operating Modes

    • For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to Handling Precautions (0 183), Cleaning (0 188). Operating Modes Recording When recording video or photos, the camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the position of the mode switch and the onscreen con- trol buttons.

  • Page 28: Using The Menus

    Initial mode Operating mode Operation Press S in Playing back movies mode. ([Original] index screen) (0 46). Viewing photos Press S in mode. ([Photos] index screen) (0 97). NOTES • a When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used for recording.
  • Page 29 mode, touch [Edit] to display a similar panel contain- ing the various operations that are available after selecting one or more scenes or photos (for example, deleting, adding scenes to the playlist, protecting photos, etc.). Touch the control button of the desired opera- tion.
  • Page 30 NOTES • A small font size is used in menu screens so you can see the options currently selected. You can enlarge the font size by setting 6 [Font Size] to [A Large] but only the icons of the currently selected options will appear on the screen.

  • Page 31: First Time Settings

    First Time Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. The [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically when the cam- corder’s clock is not set. When the [Date/Time] screen appears, the year will be selected.

  • Page 32: Changing The Language

    Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 26 other languages. Operating modes: [Language a] [FUNC.]* [MENU] Desired language * Only when performing the procedure in a recording mode. NOTES •...

  • Page 33: Using A Memory Card

    Using a Memory Card Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder You can use commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. However, depending on the memory card, you may not be able to record movies. Refer to the table below. As of May 2010, the movie recording function has been tested using SD/SDHC memory cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba and SanDisk, and SDXC memory cards made by Panasonic and Toshiba.
  • Page 34 SDXC Memory Cards As of May 2010, SDXC memory cards have been tested to work under Windows 7. For details on whether your computer's operating system is SDXC-compatible, check with your computer's manufacturer. 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.

  • Page 35: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    Inserting and Removing a Memory Card Make sure to initialize (0 37) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder. 1 Turn off the camcorder. Make sure the indicator ON/OFF (CHG) is off. 2 Open the memory card slot cover. 3 Insert the memory card straight, with the label facing up, all the way into the memory card slot until it...

  • Page 36: 36 A Relay Recording Of Movies

    POINTS TO CHECK • Be sure you understand the information provided in Eye-Fi Cards (0 34) before using an Eye-Fi card. [FUNC.] [MENU] [Rec Media for Movies] or [Rec Media for Photos] [f] (built-in memory) or [g] (memory card)* * When selecting the memory, you can check the approximate available recording time/number of photos, based on currently used settings.

  • Page 37: Initializing The Built-In Memory (A Only) Or Memory Card

    NOTES • Any of the following actions will deactivate the relay recording function: - Turning off the camcorder. - Opening the memory card slot cover. - Changing the position of the mode switch. - Changing the camcorder's operating mode. - Selecting the memory card as the memory for recording movies. Initializing the Built-in Memory (a only) or Memory Card Initialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time.
  • Page 38 * Touch this option if you want to physically erase all the data rather than just clear the file allocation table of the memory. ** If you selected the [Complete Initialization] option, you can touch [Cancel] [OK] to cancel the initialization while it is in progress. All recordings will be erased and the memory can be used without any problem.

  • Page 39: Dual Shot Mode

    Dual Shot Mode This chapter covers how to easily record video and photos in the all-automatic Dual Shot mode, and how to use basic shoot- ing functions like zoom and Quick Start. To enjoy full access to menus and more advanced functions, refer to the relevant chapters for video (0 55) and photos (0 101).

  • Page 40: About The Smart Auto Mode

    When you have finished recording 1 Make sure that the ACCESS indicator is off. 2 Turn off the camcorder. 3 Close the LCD panel. About Dual Shot • Only the following functions are available in mode. - Zoom (0 43). - Quick Start (0 44).
  • Page 41 Smart AUTO icons Background → Bright Blue skies Vivid colors Sunsets (color of the icon) (grey) (light blue) (green/red) (orange) Subject ↓ People (stationary) — People (moving) — Subjects other than people, such as landscapes Close objects — The icon in parentheses appears under backlight conditions. Background →...
  • Page 42 • Be sure to save your recordings regularly (0 122), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. • When recording photos on an Eye-Fi card, photos will be uploaded automatically if you are within the range of a configured network. Always verify that Eye-Fi cards have been approved in the country/region of use.

  • Page 43: Zooming

    Zooming Operating modes: There are three ways you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the wireless controller or using the zoom controls on the touch screen. In addition to the 15x optical zoom*, in mode, you can turn on the 300x digital zoom with the 7 [Digital Zoom] setting.

  • Page 44: Quick Start Function

    2 Touch the zoom controls to operate the zoom. Touch anywhere within the Q area to zoom out or anywhere within the P area to zoom in. Touch closer to the center for a slow zoom ([Speed 1]); touch closer to the e/d icons for faster zooms ([Speed 3]).
  • Page 45 2 When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel. The ON/OFF (CHG) indicator turns back green and the camcorder is ready to record. IMPORTANT • Do not disconnect the power source during standby mode (while the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator is lit in orange). NOTES •...

  • Page 46: Video

    Video This chapter covers functions related to movies, including play- back, advanced shooting, advanced functions and playlist and scene operations. For details about basic video shooting, refer to Dual Shot Mode (0 39). Basic Playback Playing Back the Video Operating modes: 1 Press S.
  • Page 47 A Memory being read B Index screen currently displayed C Drag your finger left for the next index page* D Drag your finger right for the previous index page* E Select a different index screen to read different content or from a different memory (a only) (0 49) F Scene's timeline (0 84) and recording information G Narrow down the scenes shown in the index screen...
  • Page 48 A Stop the playback. B Jump to the beginning of the scene. Double-tap to jump to the previous scene. C Pause the playback. D Drag your finger left and right along the volume bar to adjust the volume. E Touch anywhere else to hide the playback controls. F Fast playback backward*.

  • Page 49: The Index Selection Screen: Selecting The Content To Play Back

    IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.
  • Page 50 A a Touch the tab of the desired memory: built-in memory or memory card. B Touch a control button to select the content you want to play back. Options [Original] Original movies as you recorded them. [Playlist] Scenes that were added to the playlist (0 91) and may have been rearranged to your liking.

  • Page 51: 3D Flip View

    3D Flip View 3D Flip View is a fun way to display your video recordings (original scenes) in a 3D layout, organized by recording date. In any index screen, touch [b] [3D Flip View]. During single photo view, touch the screen once to display the controls then touch [Q] to open the [Photos] index screen.

  • Page 52: Narrowing Down The Scenes Shown In The Index Screen

    Narrowing Down the Scenes Shown in the Index Screen From the [Original] index screen, you can narrow down the scenes shown, leaving only scenes that were recorded on a specific date or only those scenes in which people's faces were detected. Operating modes: Showing Only Scenes that Contain People’s Faces This will narrow down the scenes shown in the [Original] index screen,...

  • Page 53: Deleting Scenes

    2 Open the calendar screen. [y All Scenes] [Scenes by Date] • Dates that contain scenes (that is, movies were recorded on that date) appear in black against a silver background. Dates without recordings appear grayed out. • Touch [y] or [A] to jump to the previous/next calendar month that contains recordings.
  • Page 54 • To select all the scenes at once: Touch [Select All] instead of touching individual scenes. (Remove in advance any checkmarks from scenes you may have selected individually.) 4 Delete the scenes. [Edit] [Delete] [Yes]* [OK] * Touch [Stop] to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. Some scenes may be deleted nevertheless.

  • Page 55: Advanced Functions

    - 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 (0 122), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. Video...

  • Page 56: Selecting The Video Quality (Recording Mode)

    NOTES • The zoom, Quick Start function, power saving modes, etc. operate the same way in mode as in mode. For details, refer to Dual Shot Mode (0 39). Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) The camcorder offers 5 recording modes. Changing the recording mode will change the recording time available on the memory.

  • Page 57: Special Scene Recording Programs

    Approximate recording times Default value Recording mode → Memory ↓ 4 GB 20 min. 30 min. 40 min. 1 hr. 1 hr. 10 min. 30 min. Memory card 8 GB 40 min. 1 hr. 1 hr. 2 hr. 3 hr. 25 min.
  • Page 58 Sports] To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf. Night Scene] To record nightscapes with lower noise. Snow] To record in bright ski resorts without the subject being underexposed. Beach] To record on a sunny beach without the subject being underexposed. Sunset] To record sunsets in vibrant colors.
  • Page 59 Underwater] To record underwater scenes in natural colors. Surface] To record after getting out of the water, such as on a boat after diving. NOTES • [F Portrait]/[G Sports]/[I Snow]/[J Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [F Portrait]: The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (P).

  • Page 60: Cinema Mode: Giving A Cinematic Look To Your Recordings

    - p will appear on the screen when the camcorder's temperature becomes too high. If this happens, turn off the camcorder, take it out of the waterproof case and keep it in a cool place until the temperature goes down. If the camcorder becomes too hot, it will turn off automatically.

  • Page 61: Advanced Image Stabilization

    Operating modes: To change the frame rate [FUNC.] [MENU] [Frame Rate] [D PF25] Advanced Image Stabilization The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur (blur due to the cam- corder moving) so you can get nice, stable shots. Select the image sta- bilization mode according to the shooting conditions.

  • Page 62: Pre-Recording

    Powered IS When shooting video, you can use Powered IS to make the image stabilization even more powerful. Powered IS is most effective when you are stationary and zooming in on far subjects using high zoom ratios (the more you approach the telephoto end). Holding the LCD panel with your left hand will add to the stability of the shot.

  • Page 63: Face Detection

    1 Activate the pre-recording function. [FUNC.] [d Pre REC] [A On] • d appears. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off pre-recording. 2 Press g. The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before g was pressed. NOTES •...
  • Page 64 By default, face detection is activated. If the function was turned off, per- form the following procedure to turn it on. [FUNC.] [MENU] [A On o] [Face Detection & Tracking] To select the main subject If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will auto- matically select one person it determines is the main subject.

  • Page 65: Touch & Track

    Touch & Track When recording people, face detection (0 63) will track the main sub- ject and keep it always in focus. But also when recording other moving subjects such as your pet, a moving vehicle or people not facing the camera directly, you can use Touch &...

  • Page 66: Digital Effects

    1 Press z. • A blue border appears on the screen. • Press z again to return to normal video recording mode. 2 Press • By default, the camcorder records for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar) and then automatically returns to record pause mode.

  • Page 67: Manually Setting The Shutter Speed Or Aperture

    To fade in/out Press g in record pause mode (M) to start recording with a fade in. Press g while recording ( ) to fade out and pause the recording. Options ( Default value) Off] Select this setting when you do not intend to use the dig- ital effects.
  • Page 68 [FUNC.] [Rec. Programs] [B Shutter-Pri. AE] or [C Aperture-Pri. AE] Drag your finger left and right along the dial to set the desired shutter speed (B) or aperture value (C) Options ( Default value) [A Programmed AE] The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject.
  • Page 69 Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Guidelines With slower shutter speed you can add a nice motion blur and sense of movement. With faster shutter speeds you can “freeze the action” for powerful images of moving subjects. mode A mode 1/12 1/25 1/50 1/120...

  • Page 70: Manual Exposure Adjustment

    Manual Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or sub- jects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring (overex- posed). To correct this, you can adjust the exposure manually or use the Touch AE function to automatically set the optimal exposure for the subject you select.

  • Page 71: Automatic Gain Control (Agc) Limit

    NOTES • If the recording program is changed during exposure lock, the cam- corder will return to automatic exposure. • When shooting subjects with a strong light source behind them, the camcorder automatically corrects for the backlight. You can turn off the automatic backlight correction with the 7/8 [Auto Backlight Correction] setting.
  • Page 72 POINTS TO CHECK • Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure. 1 Open the manual focus screen. [FUNC.] [X Focus] 2 Touch a subject that appears inside the X frame. • The Touch AF mark (P) will flash and the focusing distance will be adjusted automatically.

  • Page 73: White Balance

    White Balance The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look truly white in your recordings. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording pro- grams.

  • Page 74: Image Effects

    NOTES • When you select the custom white balance: - Set 7 [Digital Zoom] to [B Off]. - Reset the white balance when you change locations or the lighting or other conditions change. - Depending on the light source, g may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with [Y Automatic].

  • Page 75: Mini Video Light

    Options ( Default value) [U Off] Records with no image enhancing effects. [V Vivid] Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation. [W Neutral] Tones down the contrast and color saturation. [X Low Sharpening] Records subjects with softened outlines. [Y Soft Skin Detail] Softens the details in the skin tone area for a more complimentary appearance.
  • Page 76 NOTES • We recommend not using the mini video light while the optional Wide- converter or Tele-converter is attached; its shadow can appear on the screen. Using an External Video Light You can use the optional VL-5 Video Light or VFL-2 Video Flash Light when you need a video light that is stronger than the built-in mini video light.

  • Page 77: Self Timer

    Self Timer Operating modes: [FUNC.] [MENU] [Self Timer] [A On n] • appears. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off the self timer. mode: In record pause mode, press g. The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the screen.

  • Page 78: Audio Recording Level

    Audio Recording Level You can adjust the audio recording level of the built-in or an external microphone. You can display the audio level indicator while recording. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than [r Underwater] or [s Surface].

  • Page 79: Using Headphones

    To display the audio level indicator Usually, the audio level indicator will be displayed only after activating the manual adjustment of the audio recording level. You can choose to display it also when the audio level is adjusted automatically. [FUNC.] [c Mic.
  • Page 80 [FUNC.]* [MENU] [AV/Headphones] [Headphones] To close the menu: To continue adjusting the volume: [Volume] Drag your finger left and right along the volume bar to adjust the volume * Only when performing the procedure in mode. • J appears. 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-...

  • Page 81: Using The Mini Advanced Shoe

    Using the Mini Advanced Shoe Using the mini advanced shoe, you can attach to the camcorder a range of optional accessories to expand its functionality. For details about optional accessories available for use with your camcorder, refer to Accessories (0 190). For details about how to attach and use the accessories, refer also to the instruction manual of the accessory used.
  • Page 82 Using the SM-V1 Surround Microphone or DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone Using the SM-V1 you can add a sense of depth and presence to your recordings with 5.1ch surround sound. Using the DM-100 you can accurately record audio coming directly from the direction you are recording.

  • Page 83: Using A Zoom Remote Controller

    • Playing back recordings made with the optional SM-V1 Surround Micro- phone: You can enjoy 5.1ch surround sound playback on HDTVs com- patible with 5.1ch surround sound connected to the camcorder using an HDMI cable. Audio output from the AV OUT/X terminal (including headphone output) will be converted to 2ch stereo.

  • Page 84: Selecting The Playback Starting Point

    NOTES • In mode, the only available functions are turning the power on/off, starting/stopping a recording, and zoom. 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 to break the scene to segments at fixed time intervals ranging from 6 seconds to 6 minutes.
  • Page 85 A Touch twice to return to the index screen. B Previous/next scene. C Drag your finger left along the ruler to display the next 5 frames. D Current scene / Total number of scenes. E Scene's recording mode and length. F Recording date and time.

  • Page 86: Playing Back Scenes Set To Background Music

    Playing Back Scenes Set to Background Music You can play back video snapshot scenes, scenes in the playlist and photo slideshows set to background music (instead of the original sound). You can use one of the supplied music tracks or connect an external audio player to use your favorite songs as background music.
  • Page 87 A Select the desired music track. B Play back the original sound (no background music). C Delete the music track selected. D Listen to the music track selected. Touch again (B) to stop the playback. 3 Back in the index screen, touch a scene to start the playback set to the selected music track.
  • Page 88 2 Activate the external audio input. y / z [MENU] [External Audio Input] [A On 3 Connect the external player to the camcorder's MIC terminal. 4 Adjust the audio input as necessary. • Start the music playback on the external player and adjust its volume according to the onscreen indications.
  • Page 89 NOTES • You can also add to the playlist just the video snapshot scenes you want to watch and arrange their playback order. • Initializing a memory card will permanently erase any music files you may have transferred from the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc to the card.

  • Page 90: Onscreen Displays And Data Code

    Onscreen Displays and Data Code You can turn most onscreen displays on or off. Operating modes: Repeatedly press h to turn the onscreen displays on/off in the following sequence: mode: • All displays on • Most displays off mode mode •...

  • Page 91: Playlist And Scene Operations

    Playlist and Scene Operations Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and Playing Back Create a playlist to play back only the scenes you prefer and in the order of your choice. You can play back the scenes in the playlist using your favorite song as background music (0 86).
  • Page 92 • a You can copy scenes from the built-in memory to the memory card (0 122) to include in the memory card’s playlist also scenes that were originally recorded in the built-in memory. Deleting Scenes from the Playlist Deleting scenes from the playlist will not affect your original recordings. 1 Open the [Playlist] index screen.

  • Page 93: Capturing Photos And Video Snapshot Scenes From A Movie

    A Destination icon. B Move the scene to the position indicated by the destina- tion icon. C Touch an empty box to select it as the destination. D Scene selected to be moved. E Original position of the scene and currently selected des- tination.
  • Page 94 NOTES • A video snapshot scene can be captured only during playback; it can- not be captured during playback pause mode. • a The captured video snapshot scene is saved to the same mem- ory that contains the source scene. •...

  • Page 95: Dividing Scenes

    * The number displayed indicates the approximate number of photos that can be recorded with the current quality setting. To capture the photos 1 Play back the scene from which you want to capture the photo. 2 Pause the playback at the point you want to capture. 3 Press j fully.
  • Page 96 1 Open the [Original] index screen. 2 Select the scene you want to divide and touch it to start playing it back. 3 Pause the playback at the point where you want to divide the scene. 4 Open the scene division screen. [Edit] [Divide] 5 Bring the scene to a precise point, if necessary.

  • Page 97: Basic Playback

    Photos Refer to this chapter for details on taking photos (advanced shooting functions), viewing photos and printing them. For details about basic photo shooting, refer to Dual Shot Mode (0 39). Basic Playback Viewing Photos Operating modes: 1 Press S. 2 Open the [Photos] index screen, if it is not displayed.
  • Page 98 A Memory being read. B Index screen currently displayed. C Drag your finger left for the next index page. D Drag your finger right for the previous index page. E Select a different index screen to read different content or from a different memory (a only) (0 49).

  • Page 99: Deleting Photos

    IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.
  • Page 100 3 Touch on the individual photos you want to delete. • A checkmark O will appear on photos selected. Touch a selected photo again to remove the checkmark. • To select all the photos at once: Touch [Select All] instead of touching individual photos.

  • Page 101: Additional Functions

    Additional Functions Taking Photos in y Manual Mode Operating modes: 1 Set the mode switch to y. 2 Turn on the camcorder. • a By default, photos are recorded in the built-in memory. You can select the memory that will be used to record photos (0 35).

  • Page 102: Selecting Photo Size And Quality

    NOTES • If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, h turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually (0 71). • 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 8...
  • Page 103 Options Large capacity memory cards, like those usually used for video record- ing, can contain a very large number of photos. As a reference, the number of photos that can be recorded on a 1 GB memory card is given in the following table. NOTES •...

  • Page 104: Flash

    Flash You can use the flash to take photos in dark places. Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than [M Fireworks], [r Underwater] or [s Surface]. 1 Select the flash mode. [FUNC.] [S Flash] Desired option •...

  • Page 105: Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting And Exposure Bracketing

    appears when you turn on the video flash light (n ON). For details about using the video flash light, refer to the instruction manual of the VFL-2. NOTES • The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When the flash mode is set to [U Automatic] or [V Red-Eye Auto] and you manually adjust the exposure.
  • Page 106 Operating modes: POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than [M Fireworks]. [FUNC.] [Drive Mode] Desired option Options ( Default value) [A Single] Records a single photo. [D 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.

  • Page 107: Taking Photos While Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording)

    Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording) You can record photos even while the camcorder is set to mode. Moreover, you can capture the photo at the same time you are record- ing video. Photos recorded with simultaneous recording will have the same aspect ratio of movies (16:9).

  • Page 108: Light Metering Mode

    • Photos cannot be recorded simultaneously while the digital zoom or a digital effect is activated. • In mode, when the IS mode is set to [P Dynamic], if you zoom in to full telephoto you can record video using a zoom ratio larger than 15x.

  • Page 109: Slideshow

    Slideshow You can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Photos] index screen. 2 Select the background music to use when playing back the photo slideshow (0 86). Slideshow set to a music track 3 Touch the screen to display the playback controls, then touch [A] to play back the slideshow set to the selected music track.

  • Page 110: Rotating Photos

    1 Move the zoom lever toward P. • The photo is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. • To further enlarge the photo, move the zoom lever toward P. To reduce the magnification times, move it toward 2 Drag your finger across the photo to display the area you want to see enlarged.

  • Page 111: Protecting Photos

    Operating modes: * In mode the histogram will be dis- played while a photo is reviewed immedi- ately after having taken the photo. Touch the screen to display the playback controls. Shadows Highlights The histogram and Exif information panel are displayed as well. Press h to hide the histogram and Exif information panel.
  • Page 112 2 Touch [a] to open the photo selection screen. 3 Touch on the individual photos you want to protect. • A checkmark O will appear on photos selected. Touch a selected photo again to remove the checkmark. • To select all the photos at once: Touch [Select All] instead of touching individual photos.

  • Page 113: Printing Photos

    You can mark in advance the photos you want to print and set the desired number of copies as a print order (0 115). Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and inkjet printers carry- ing the PictBridge logo.
  • Page 114 • Refer also to the printer’s instruction manual. • If you have no intention to use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner, you can set 8 [USB Connection Type] to [N Computer/Printer] so the device type selection screen does not appear every time you con- nect the camcorder to a printer.

  • Page 115: Print Orders

    If that option is not available, touch [Stop] and then restart printing from the beginning. • Other printers or if the error still persists with a Canon printer: If printing does not resume automatically, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder.
  • Page 116 • To cancel the print order, set the number of copies to 0. 4 Drag your finger left/right to select another photo to mark with a print order or touch [a]. Setting Print Orders from the Index Screen 1 Open the [Photos] index screen. Check that you have selected the g tab (memory card).

  • Page 117: 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 COMPONENT OUT Terminal* Access: Open the rear terminal cover. The component video terminal is for video only. When you use connection B do not forget the audio connections using the AV OUT/X terminal.

  • Page 118: 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 A HDMI Type: Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal.
  • Page 119 Connection B Component Video Type: Analog Quality: High Definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with component video input terminals. Change the following settings on the camcorder: [AV/Headphones] to [H AV] Blue CTC-100/S Component Cable Green (supplied) White STV-250N Stereo Video Cable (supplied) Connection C...
  • Page 120 Connection c Composite Video (SCART) In all respects, exactly the same connection as connection C. Connect to a standard TV or VCR with SCART input terminal. Requires a SCART adapter (commercially available). White Yellow STV-250N Stereo Video Cable SCART adapter (supplied) (commercially available) Connection D...

  • Page 121: Playback On A Tv Screen

    Playback on a TV Screen Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV using one of the high-definition con- nections will ensure the best playback quality. Operating modes: 1 Turn off the camcorder and the TV. 2 Connect the camcorder to the TV.

  • Page 122: Saving And Sharing Your Recordings

    Saving and Sharing Your Recordings a Copying Recordings to 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 123 Copying a Single Photo Operating modes: 1 In single photo view, select the photo you want to copy. Check that you are viewing photos recorded in the built-in memory. (f appears next to the photo number.) 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls. 3 Copy the photo.

  • Page 124: Saving Recordings On A Computer

    IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.
  • Page 125 Installation See ‘PIXELA Applications’ Installation Guide. Using the software See ‘ImageMixer 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 126 4 Save the photos onto the computer. r Refer to Downloading Still Images to the Computer. IMPORTANT • When the camcorder is connected to a computer: - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card.

  • Page 127: Saving Movies Onto High-Definition Discs

    • 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 128 Preparations on the Camcorder 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Open the [Original], [Playlist] or [Video Snapshot] → [Original]/ [Playlist] index screen. AVCHD discs created with the optional DW-100 DVD Burner cannot contain scenes recorded in MXP mode. If you have recorded scenes in MXP mode, add to the playlist in advance only those scenes recorded in other recording modes and create the disc from the [Playlist] index screen.
  • Page 129 • If you inserted a DVD-RW disc that already contains data, [The disc already contains data.] will be displayed. To overwrite the data (erasing the previous content of the disc), touch [OK] [Yes]. 4 Press the start button on the DVD Burner.
  • Page 130 NOTES • If a scene does not fit entirely in one disc, it may be divided and con- tinue on the next disc. • 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 (step 2 above) to be completed.

  • Page 131: A Saving Movies Onto Standard-Definition Discs

    4 Connect the camcorder to the DVD Burner using the supplied USB cable. • Connection D. Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 120) and Connections. • If the device type selection screen appears, touch [DVD Burner]. 5 Insert the disc you want to play back into the DVD Burner. •...
  • Page 132 Installation See ‘PIXELA Applications’ Installation Guide. Using the software See ‘ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide’ (PDF file on the Transfer Utili- ties CD-ROM). Even without a computer, you can convert your video recordings into standard definition scenes and create DVDs using the optional DW-100 DVD Burner.
  • Page 133 6 Touch [Edit] [Convert HDUSD (x DVD)] to open the HDUSD conversion screen. • If a copyright notice appears, read it carefully and touch [OK] if you agree. • touch [5] to change the conversion settings as described below. 7 Touch [Yes] [OK].
  • Page 134 Connecting to the Computer and Creating DVD Discs 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Open the [For DVD Burning] index screen on the memory card. [SD Scenes] [For DVD (SD-VIDEO)] 3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
  • Page 135 Connecting to the DW-100 DVD Burner and Creating DVD Discs Operating modes: 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 2 Open the [For DVD Burning] index screen on the memory card . [SD Scenes] [For DVD (SD-VIDEO)] 3 In mode: Choose whether to add to the disc all the scenes or only scenes that have not been previously added to a disc.

  • Page 136: Saving Photos On Photo Dvds

    Saving Photos on Photo DVDs Using the optional DW-100 DVD Burner you can save your photos on a Photo DVD. The Photo DVD will contain all your photos as JPG files as well as a slideshow of all the photos, each displayed for about 3 sec- onds, with the selected background music (0 86).

  • Page 137: Copying Recordings To An External Video Recorder

    Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder In High Definition Connect the camcorder to AVCHD-compatible digital video recorders to make perfect copies of your movies in high definition. If the external digital video recorder has an SD memory card slot, you can use the memory card to copy your movies without connecting the camcorder.

  • Page 138: A Uploading Movies To Video Sharing Web Sites

    NOTES • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. a Uploading Movies to Video Sharing Web Sites You can convert your high-definition video recordings into standard definition in order to upload them to your favorite video sharing Web site.
  • Page 139 4 Touch [a] to open the scene selection screen. When you convert scenes from the [Playlist] index screen (including the playlist of video snapshot scenes), you cannot select individual scenes; instead, the entire playlist will be converted. Skip directly to step 6. 5 Touch on the individual scenes you want to convert.
  • Page 140 To select the bit rate Using a higher bit rate will result in better video quality for the con- verted scenes, while a lower bit rate will result in smaller file sizes and faster uploads. [Bit Rate (Quality)] Desired option To convert only part of a scene Instead of steps 4 and 5 above, touch on the scene you want to con- vert to start playing it back.
  • Page 141 Connecting to the Computer and Uploading your Videos If you are connecting the camcorder to the computer immediately after the conversion described in the previous section, start this procedure from step 3 below. Otherwise, start this procedure from the beginning. 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.
  • Page 142 Uploading your Videos Wirelessly If you are using an Eye-Fi card, you can automatically upload the mov- ies from the [For Web Upload] index screen to your favorite video shar- ing Web site. You will need to have installed the software supplied with your Eye-Fi card and completed all the required configuration setup in advance.
  • Page 143 NOTES • Depending on the amount of data to be uploaded and the network's wireless connection conditions, it can take some time to upload video files. If the wireless connection is too weak, the wireless upload may fail and the video files will be registered as incomplete uploads. •...

  • Page 144: 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 (0 28). For details about each function, see the reference page.
  • Page 145 4 3 0 Control Button Setting options/Function [S Flash] [U Automatic], [V Red-Eye Auto], – [S Flash On], [W Flash Off] [X Focus] [2] (manual focus): Toggle on (x) or off (w), Touch AF frame [e Exposure] [y] (manual exposure): Toggle on (x) or off (w), Touch AE frame Zoom controls, g control [ZOOM]...
  • Page 146 Setup Menus [Edit] Panel - Mode 1: Original scenes s: Playlist scenes (including the playlist only of video snapshot scenes) Z: Original video snapshot scenes u: SD scenes on the memory card (a only) 1 s Z u 0 Control Button Target Scenes/Function [Selected Scenes] –...
  • Page 147 [Edit] Panel - Mode Control Button Index Screen Single Photo View [Selected Photos], [Copy ( [All Photos] [Delete] [Protect] [Print Orders] [Rotate] – Additional Information...

  • Page 148: Setup Menus

    Setup Menus 7 / 8 Camera Setup 4 3 0 Menu item Setting options [Digital Zoom] [B Off], [G 60x], [H 300x] – – [Zoom Speed] [I Variable], [J Speed 3], [K Speed 2], [L Speed 1] [AF Mode] [R Instant AF], [S Normal AF] –...
  • Page 149 [Digital Zoom]: Determines the Optical zoom Digital zoom operation of the digital zoom. The color of the indicator indi- cates the zoom. • When activated, the cam- corder will switch automatically to digital zoom when you zoom White Light Dark in beyond the optical zoom blue blue...
  • Page 150 • Using focus assistance will not affect the recordings. It will be cancelled automatically after 4 seconds or when you start recording. [Auto Slow Shutter]: The camcorder automatically uses slow shutter speeds to obtain brighter recordings in places with insufficient lighting. •...
  • Page 151 [Onscreen 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 IS Button]: Determines the operation mode of the POWERED IS button.
  • Page 152 Menu item Setting options [Photo Quality/Size] [K 2304x1296], – – – [L 2100x1575], [M 1600x1200], [N 640x480] [E Super Fine], [F Fine], [G Normal] [Photo Capture from [A Single Photo], – – – Video] [B Photo Sequence] [Photo Capture [P Super Fine / 1920x1080], –...
  • Page 153 [Memory Info]: Displays a screen where you can verify how much of the built-in memory ( only) or the memory card is currently in use (l total recording time and k total number of photos) and how much space remains available for recording. •...
  • Page 154 • 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\101CANON”. [USB Connection Type]: Select the connection protocol to use when con- necting the camcorder to an external device using the supplied USB cable.

  • Page 155: System Setup

    • When the TV type is set to [ Normal TV], during the playback of video originally recorded with an aspect ratio of 16:9, the picture will not be displayed fullscreen. 6 System Setup Menu item Setting options [Font Size] [A Large], [B Small] –...
  • Page 156 Menu item Setting options [Power Saving Mode] [Auto Power Off]: – [A On], [B Off] [Quick Start (Standby)]: [B Off], [f 10 min], [g 20 min], [h 30 min] [P Built-in Mem.], [Initialize f/g] [g Mem. Card] [Complete Initialization]: Toggle on (x) or off (w) [Complete Initialization]: [Initialize g] Toggle on (x) or off (w)
  • Page 157 Option not available from the [Playlist] index screen. Option not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using an HDMI cable. Option available only when using an Eye-Fi card. [Font Size]: Changes the size of the font for the menu and other screens. •...
  • Page 158 [Quick Start (Standby)]: Select whether to activate the Quick Start function (0 44) when you close the LCD panel in a recording mode and the length of time after which the camcorder will end the standby mode and shut off automatically. •...
  • Page 159 [Distance Units]: Selects the units to use for the focusing distance display during manual focus. [Demo Mode]: 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.

  • Page 160: Appendix: Onscreen Icons And Displays

    Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies (in Dual Shot mode) 7 Zoom (0 43) 1 Smart AUTO mode (0 40) 8 Recording mode (0 56) 2 Onscreen zoom controls (0 43) 9 Control button: Start/Stop video 3 Operating mode (0 27) recording 4 In record pause mode: A q Face detection frame (0 63)
  • Page 161 Recording Movies (in y Manual mode) S g x.v.Colour (0 153) A s Control button: Open the FUNC. S h Face detection (0 63) panel (0 28) S j Photo quality/size A d Recording program (0 57, 60, 67) (simultaneous recording) (0 107) A f R Instant AF (0 149), S k Wind screen off (0 150) MF Manual focus (0 71)
  • Page 162 Recording Photos (in y Manual mode) F g Photo quality/size (0 102) D k Drive mode (0 105) F h Control button: Switch to movie D l Light metering mode (0 108) recording (0 55) F q Control button: Last function used F j AF frame (0 149) ([MENU] in this case) F k Focus and exposure lock...
  • Page 163 Viewing Photos Exif information panel H d Control button: Open the Edit panel G g Control button: Open the setup (0 147) menus (0 148) H f Control button: Switch to [Photos] G h Protected photo mark (0 111) index screen (0 97) G j Current photo / Total number of H g Manual focus (0 71) photos...
  • Page 164 5 Memory operation N Record, M Record pause, A Playback, C Playback pause, I Fast playback, J Fast reverse playback, G Slow playback, H Slow reverse playback, E Frame advance, F Frame reverse. 6 Remaining battery time • The icon shows a rough estimate of 100% the remaining charge as a percentage of the full charge of the...

  • Page 165: 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 •...
  • Page 166 - The camcorder cannot communicate with 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 connected to a power outlet. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 167 - 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 Cen- ter.
  • Page 168 - The camcorder has malfunctioned. Consult a Canon Service Center. Even after stopping recording, the ACCESS indicator does not go off. - The scene is being recorded in the memory. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 169 0.5-second intervals). - Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Con- sult a Canon Service Center. The red ON/OFF (CHG) indicator flashes very slowly ( one flash at 2- second intervals).
  • Page 170 Noise can be heard along with the recorded sound - When recording sound with an external microphone, the interference caused by wireless communications may be picked up and recorded as noise. We recommend turning off the wireless communication while recording (0 143). Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels.
  • Page 171 Connections with External Devices Video noise appears on the TV screen. - When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is located, keep a distance between the compact power adapter and the power or antenna cables of the TV. Playback looks fine on the camcorder but there is no image on the TV screen.

  • Page 172: List Of Messages

    After connecting the camcorder to a printer, the message [Busy] continues to appear on the screen - Disconnect the USB cable and restore the connection after a short while. Photos are not correctly printed - You may not be able to print correctly, using a PictBridge-compatible printer, photos whose file names have been changed or that were recorded, created, edited or changed using another device.
  • Page 173 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 174 Cannot play back - There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center. a Cannot play back Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Save your recordings (0 124) and initialize the built-in memory using the [Complete Initialization] option (0 37).
  • Page 175 Cannot record movies on this memory card Initialize only using the camcorder - The memory card in the camcorder was initialized using a computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder (0 37). Change the battery pack - Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. Check the memory card - Cannot access the memory card.
  • Page 176 Do not disconnect the USB cable or the power source until you safely end the connection from the computer. Connect the compact power adapter - When the camcorder is in mode and is connected to the computer with the supplied USB cable, the camcorder cannot be operated.
  • Page 177 Memory card is full - The memory card is full. Delete some recordings (0 53, 99) to free some space or replace the memory card. Memory card is write-protected - The LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the posi- tion of the LOCK switch.
  • Page 178 The lens cover is not fully open. Turn the camcorder off, then on again. - The lens cover did not open fully. Turn the camcorder off, then on again. If this does not solve the problem, consult a Canon Service Center. This memory card contains scenes. Delete all scenes to use relay recording.
  • Page 179 This scene was recorded using another device and cannot be added to the playlist. - Scenes that were not recorded with this camcorder cannot be added to the playlist. a This scene was recorded using another device and cannot be copied. - Scenes that were not recorded with this camcorder cannot be copied to the memory card.
  • Page 180 Close the memory card slot cover - The memory card slot cover is open. Close the cover after correctly inserting the memory card (0 35). Connect the compact power adapter - The camcorder is being powered by the battery pack. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder.

  • Page 181: Direct Print Related Messages

    - Check the printer status. - Ink tank errors have occurred. Replace the ink tank. Ink absorber full - Touch [Continue] to resume printing. Consult a Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer) to replace the ink absorber. Ink error - The ink level cannot be detected correctly or the ink cartridge is out of ink.
  • Page 182 - Close the printer cover securely. Printer error - A malfunction has occurred that may require repairs. (Canon inkjet printers: the printer's green power lamp and orange error lamp flash alternately.) - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. Unplug the printer's power cord from the power outlet and contact the appropriate customer support center or service center.

  • Page 183: Handling Precautions

    (0 122) 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 184 • When mounting the camcorder on a 5.5 mm tripod, make sure that the tripod's fas- tening screw is shorter than 5.5 mm. Using other tripods may damage 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 185 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-800E Battery Charger.
  • Page 186 • 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 has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the...
  • Page 187 Disposal When you delete movies or initialize the memory, only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not physically erased. Take the nec- essary precautions when you dispose of the camcorder or memory card, for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage of private data.

  • Page 188: 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 189: 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 190: Accessories

    General Information Accessories (Availability differs from area to area) AVCHD discs/ Photo DVDs D PictBridge- compatible printers Card reader/writer Computer TV/HDTV VCR/DVD recorder SCART Adapter Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap IFC-300PCU USB Cable WS-20 Wrist Strap Memory card...

  • Page 191: Optional Accessories

    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 192 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. Battery pack→ BP-808 BP-819 BP-827 BP-809 Charging conditions↓ Using the camcorder 150 min. 260 min. 385 min.
  • Page 193 Using a memory card Recording mode Battery pack Usage time Recording (maximum) 100 min. 105 min. 105 min. 105 min. 105 min. BP-808 Recording (typical)* 65 min. 65 min. 65 min. 70 min. 70 min. BP-809 Playback 165 min. 165 min. 170 min. 170 min. 170 min. Recording (maximum) 205 min.
  • Page 194 A q FS-H37U Filter Set Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting condi- tions. A a SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. A s SM-V1 Surround Microphone Use 5.1ch surround sound to add a sense of presence to your movies.
  • Page 195 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, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.

  • Page 196: Specifications

    Specifications LEGRIA HF M31 / LEGRIA HF M300 System • Recording System Movies: AVCHD Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2ch; Dolby Digital 5.1ch* * Only when using the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone. Photos: DCF (Design rule for Camera File system), compatible with Exif* Ver. 2.2 and with DPOF Image compression: JPEG (Super Fine, Fine, Normal) * This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”).
  • Page 197 • Lens f=4.1-61.5 mm, F/1.8-3.2, 15x optical zoom 35 mm equivalent: Movies: [Dynamic] IS mode: 39.5 – 711 mm Other IS modes: 39.5 – 592.5 mm Photos: 39.5 – 592.5 mm • Lens Configuration: 11 elements in 9 groups (1 double-sided aspheric element) •...
  • Page 198 Power/Others • Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) • Power consumption: 3.3 W (SP mode, AF on, LCD normal brightness) • Operating temperature: 0 – 40 °C • Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt): 68 x 60 x 123 mm •...
  • Page 199 Audio sampling: 48 kHz, 16 bits, 2 channels Minimum length: 1 second File extension: WAV The music data is saved in the memory under the following folder structure. a 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 200: Index

    Index ... . .60 Connections to external 25p Cinema Mode ....118 devices .
  • Page 201 ....102 Photo quality ....102 Photo size ....74 Image effects Playback .
  • Page 202 ....18 Serial number ... . .29, 148 Setup menus . . 59 Underwater (recording program) .
  • Page 203 Canon UK Ltd CCI Service Centre, Unit 130 Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, United Kingdom Telephone 0870-241-2161 Canon Australia Pty Ltd Tel: 13-13-83 (within Australia only) (61) 02-9805-2555 www.canon.com.au Canon New Zealand Ltd Tel: 0800-222-666 (within New Zealand only) (64) 09-489-0300 www.canon.co.nz...

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