Introduction; About This Manual; Conventions Used In This Manual - Canon VIXIA HF G21 Instruction Manual

About this Manual

Introduction

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Introduction
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G21. Please read this manual carefully before you use
the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer
Troubleshooting
to
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Conventions Used in this Manual

• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation.
• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
• POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the function described.
• A: Reference page number within this manual.
• The following terms are used in this manual:
"Memory card" refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC memory card.
"Screen" refers to the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
"Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the START/STOP button to start
recording until you press again to pause the recording.
• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
• Some screenshots in this manual have been simplified to show only relevant icons.
IMPORTANT
• Observe the following precautions while the camcorder's ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing
to do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory.
- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.
- Do not open the double memory card slot cover.
- Do not change the camcorder's camera mode.
- Do not set the camcorder to MEDIA mode.
- When a USB cable is connected to the camcorder, do not disconnect the USB cable.
(A 123).