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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIM-879B English Français HD Camcorder Instruction Manual Español Caméscope HD Manuel d'instruction Videocámara HD Manual de Instrucciones...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    HD Camcorder, VIXIA HG21 A / VIXIA HG20 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HG21 A / VIXIA HG20 A and all its accessories. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
  • Page 4 If the product has been exposed to rain or water. When replacement of the power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-570. The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adapter.
  • Page 5 Register your product online at www.registercanon.com Protect your product We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft.

  • Page 6: Enjoying High-Definition Video With Your Camcorder

    How does full high definition compare with standard-definition TV broadcasts? Approximately 6 times the number of pixels. More than twice the number of scanning lines. “Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). What is Cinema Mode? Give your recordings a cinematic look by using the [ 47).
  • Page 7 What are the advantages of a hard disk? Your videos and photos are recorded on the built-in hard disk or commercially available SD/SDHC memory cards using AVCHD specifications system gives you longer recording times for more high-definition videos and photos. •...

  • Page 8: Important Notes About The Hard Disk Drive

    ( 82) and back them up regularly and especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts The hard disk is a high-precision device.
  • Page 9 Important Notes About the Hard Disk Drive Do not turn off the camcorder while the camcorder is on and the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing or while the camcorder is in standby mode Doing so may result in hard disk damage or permanent data loss.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction Enjoying High-Definition Video with your Camcorder Important Notes About the Hard Disk Drive About this Manual Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories Components Guide Screen Displays Preparations Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Basic Operation of the Camcorder Joystick and Joystick Guide...
  • Page 11 Video Basic Recording Shooting Video Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) Zooming Quick Start Function Reviewing and Deleting the Last Scene Recorded Basic Playback Playing Back the Video Changing the Index Screen Selection Selecting Scenes by Recording Date Selecting the Playback Starting Point from the Movie Timeline Selecting Recordings from the Index Screen Deleting Scenes Advanced Functions...
  • Page 12 Photos Basic Recording Taking Photos Selecting Photo Size and Quality Deleting a Photo Right After Recording It Basic Playback Viewing Photos Deleting Photos Additional Functions Magnifying Photos during Playback Flash Histogram Display Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording) Light Metering Mode Capturing a Photo from the Playback Scene...
  • Page 13 Additional Information Appendix: Menu Options Lists FUNC. Menu Setup Menus 101 Trouble? Troubleshooting List of Messages 116 Do’s and Don’ts Handling Precautions Maintenance/Others Using the Camcorder Abroad 122 General Information System Diagram Optional Accessories Product Codes Specifications Index Table of contents...

  • Page 14: About This Manual

    Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HG21/VIXIA HG20. 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 ( Conventions Used in this Manual •...

  • Page 15: Operating Modes

    Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “button” frame. For example FUNC. Brackets [ ] are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen. In tables in this manual the default value is shown in boldface.

  • Page 16: Getting To Know The Camcorder Supplied Accessories

    Introduction Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) WL-D88 Wireless Controller Component Cable Red • Green • Blue plugs STV-250N Stereo Video Cable Yellow • Red • White plugs IFC-400PCU USB Cable Software for saving, managing, editing and playing back movies on your computer ( CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (electronic version on PDF file).

  • Page 17: Components Guide

    Components Guide Left side view Right side view Front view button ( 27)/ (print/share) button ( DISP. (on-screen display) button 42, 53)/ BATT. INFO button ( Speaker ( Memory card slot ( USB terminal ( HDMI OUT terminal ( 79, 81) AV OUT/ terminal ( COMPONENT OUT terminal (...
  • Page 18 Introduction Back view LCD panel Top view VIEWFINDER button* ( Viewfinder* ( 26, 35) Dioptric adjustment lever* ( Battery attachment unit ( RESET button ( 104) ACCESS indicator ( 34, 61)/ CHG (charge) indicator ( Start/Stop button ( Mode dial Recording movies ( Taking photos ( Playing back movies (...
  • Page 19 Bottom view Wireless Controller WL-D88 Tripod socket ( 117) BATTERY RELEASE switch ( Serial number The serial number label is located on the top surface of the battery attachment unit. Remove the battery pack to find it. START/STOP button ( FUNC.

  • Page 20: Screen Displays

    Introduction Screen Displays Recording Movies Playing Movies (During Playback) Operating mode Recording program ( 45, 46) White balance ( Image effect ( Digital effect ( Recording mode ( Photo quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( Remote sensor off ( Hard disk/memory card operation ( Instant AF ( 94), MF Manual focus (...
  • Page 21 Recording Photos Viewing Photos Zoom ( 36), Exposure Recording program ( 45, 46) Light metering mode ( White balance ( Image effect ( Digital effect ( Drive mode ( Photo quality/size ( Instant AF ( 94), MF Manual focus ( Remaining battery time ( Number of available photos On the hard disk...
  • Page 22 Introduction Hard disk/memory card operation Record, Record pause, Playback, Playback pause, Fast playback, Fast reverse playback, Slow playback, Slow reverse playback, Frame advance, Frame reverse Remaining battery time 100% • The icon shows a rough estimate of the remaining charge as a percentage of the full charge of the battery pack.

  • Page 23: Preparations

    Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as 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 24: Preparing The Wireless Controller And Accessories

    Preparations O REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK BATTERY RELEASE switch BATTERY RELEASE 1 Slide direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down. 2 Slide the battery pack down and then pull it out. IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.
  • Page 25 Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up. Insert the battery holder. O USE THE WIRELESS CONTROLLER Point the wireless controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Position And Brightness Of The Lcd Screen

    Preparations Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. • You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can be useful in the following cases: To allow the subject to monitor...

  • Page 27: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder

    Basic Operation of the Camcorder Button: Mode or Flexible Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video or photos: mode for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings, and flexible recording mode which lets you change the camcorder's settings to your preference.

  • Page 28: Joystick And Joystick Guide

    Preparations Joystick and Joystick Guide Use the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus. Push the joystick up, down, left or right ( ) to select an item or change settings. Press the joystick itself ( ) to save the settings or confirm an action. On menu screens, this is indicated by the icon Press to display/hide the joystick...
  • Page 29 Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus FUNC. Press Select ( ) the press to open the setup menus. You can also hold FUNC. down for more than 1 second or press on the wireless MENU controller to open directly the setup menus screen.

  • Page 30: First Time Settings

    Preparations 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 camcorder’s clock is not set. When the [Date/Time] screen　...

  • Page 31: Changing The Time Zone

    Changing the Time Zone Change the time zone to match your location. The default setting is New York. O SET THE HOME TIME ZONE FUNC. Menu] [Time Zone/DST] Your local time zone* FUNC. HEN YOU TRAVEL FUNC. Menu] [Time Zone/DST] Local time at your destination* FUNC.

  • Page 32: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card

    Preparations Memory card Capacity 64 MB or less 128 MB or memory cards more SDHC Over 2 GB memory cards Movies cannot be recorded when the recording mode is set to MXP (24 Mbps) or FXP (17 Mbps). On some memory cards you may not be able to record movies at all. Inserting and Removing a Memory Card Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder...

  • Page 33: Selecting The Recording Media

    Selecting the Recording Media You can select to record your movies and photos on the built-in hard disk or on a memory card. The hard disk is the default media for recording both. O CHANGE THE MEDIA FOR RECORDING MOVIES FUNC.

  • Page 34: Basic Recording

    - Do not change the position of the mode dial. • Be sure to back up your recordings regularly ( making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. NOTES • About the Power Save mode: To save power...

  • Page 35: Selecting The Video Quality (Recording Mode)

    • When recording in very loud places (such as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction. Using the Viewfinder When recording in bright places it may be difficult to use the LCD screen.

  • Page 36: Zooming

    Video Approximate recording times Recording mode → Recording media ↓ 60 GB Hard disk 5 hr. 30 min. 120 GB Hard disk 11 hr. 5 min. 4 GB Memory card 8 GB Memory card 16 GB Memory card 1 hr. 25 min. 32 GB Memory card 2 hr.

  • Page 37: Quick Start Function

    Quick Start Function When you close the LCD panel with the camcorder on, the camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode the camcorder consumes only about half the power used when recording, saving energy when you are using a battery pack.

  • Page 38: Basic Playback

    Video Press to display the joystick guide. does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [Next] to display Push the joystick ( ) toward The camcorder plays back the last scene (but without sound) and returns to record pause mode.
  • Page 39 • Press to stop the playback and return to the scene index screen. DJUSTING THE OLUME 1 During playback, press display the joystick guide. 2 Adjust ( ) the volume. IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss.

  • Page 40: Changing The Index Screen Selection

    Video NOTES During some special playback modes, you may notice some anomalies (blocky video artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture. Changing the Index Screen Selection Use the tabs on top of the index screen to switch between playback of the scenes and photos recorded on the hard disk and those recorded on the memory card.

  • Page 41: Selecting Scenes By Recording Date

    Changing the Number of Items in the Index Screen By default, the index screen will show up to 6 items (scenes or photos). Move the zoom lever toward W to show up to 15 items per screen. Move it toward T to return to the default index screen display.

  • Page 42: Selecting The Playback Starting Point From The Movie Timeline

    Video Move ( ) the cursor to the desired date. • When you move the cursor to a date displayed in white, a thumbnail showing a still image from the first scene recorded on that date will be displayed next to the calendar.

  • Page 43: Selecting Recordings From The Index Screen

    O SELECT ANOTHER SCENE Move ( ) the orange selection frame to the large thumbnail and change ( ) the scene. O MOVE BETWEEN TIMELINE RULER PAGES Move ( ) the orange selection frame to the slidebar below the ruler and display ( ) the previous/next 5 frames in the scene.

  • Page 44: Deleting Scenes

    Video NOTES • The selection of scenes/photos will be canceled if you turn off the camcorder or change the operating mode. • Scenes in the playlist cannot be included in the selection. Deleting Scenes You can delete those scenes that you are not interested in keeping.

  • Page 45: Advanced Functions

    Advanced Functions Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program. For details about the available options, refer to the sidebar below.

  • Page 46: Changing The Shutter Speed And Aperture

    Video - White points may appear on the screen. - Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually. • [ Fireworks] - To avoid camcorder shake, we recommend using a tripod. Make sure to use a tripod especially in mode, as the shutter speed slows down.

  • Page 47: Cinema Mode: Giving A Cinematic Look To Your Recordings

    1/2*, 1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 To record in dimly lit places. 1/60 To record under most ordinary conditions. 1/100 To record indoor sports scenes. 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000** To record from within a moving car or train or to shoot fast-moving subjects such as roller coasters.

  • Page 48: Self Timer

    Video Self Timer FUNC. Menu] [Self Timer] FUNC. appears. mode: In record pause mode, press Start/Stop The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The countdown appears on the screen. mode: PHOTO Press , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully. The camcorder will record the photo after a 10-second countdown*.

  • Page 49: Manual Focus Adjustment

    • If you operate the zoom, the brightness of the image may change. Adjust the ( ) the brightness of the image as required and press • The exposure adjustment indicator will change to white and the exposure will be locked. •...

  • Page 50: Infinity Focus

    Video Infinity Focus Use this function when you wish to focus on faraway subjects such as mountains or fireworks. Instead of step 2 in the previous procedure: Push the joystick ( ) toward [Focus] and hold it for more than 2 seconds. •...

  • Page 51: Image Effects

    NOTES • When you select the custom white balance: - Set the custom white balance in a sufficiently illuminated place. - Turn off the digital zoom ( - Reset the white balance when the lighting conditions change. - Depending on the light source, may keep flashing.

  • Page 52: Digital Effects

    Video O SET THE CUSTOM IMAGE EFFECT 1 Press and select ( custom setting options. 2 Adjust ( ) each setting as desired. 3 When you finish all the adjustments, press FUNC. to save the setting and close the menu. Digital Effects Options Digital Effect Off]...

  • Page 53: On-Screen Displays And Data Code

    O ACTIVATE AN EFFECT mode: Activate the selected effect while recording or in record pause mode. mode: Activate the selected effect and then press to record the PHOTO photo. NOTES • When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will fade in or out.

  • Page 54: Using Headphones

    Video Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level Press to display the joystick guide. If [ MIC] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [Next] to display Push the joystick ( ) toward MIC].

  • Page 55: Using The Mini Advanced Shoe

    FUNC. Menu] [AV/Headphones] [Headphones] FUNC. appears. O ADJUST THE VOLUME OF THE HEADPHONES mode, adjust ( ) the volume of the headphones with the [Headphone Volume] setting ( mode, adjust the headphones volume the same way you adjust the speaker’s volume ( 39).

  • Page 56: Using An External Microphone

    Video NOTES Accessories designed for the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be used with this camcorder. Look for video accessories bearing this logo to ensure compatibility with the mini advanced shoe. Using an External Microphone When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the camcorder's internal machinery.

  • Page 57: Using A Video Light

    Using a Video Light You can use the optional VL-5 Video Light to shoot video or take photos in dark places. Attach the optional VL-5 Video Light to the mini advanced shoe. Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe 55). appears when you turn on the video light.

  • Page 58: Editing The Playlist: Adding, Moving And Deleting Playlist Scenes

    Video NOTES • In this mode, the scene playback will pause only at points where the scene can be divided. Advancing/reversing frames will skip only between such points as well, so the interval will be longer than in regular frame advance/ reverse.
  • Page 59 NOTES • You can copy scenes from the hard disk to the memory card ( 60) to include in the memory card’s playlist also scenes that were originally recorded on the hard disk. • You may not be able to add scenes to the playlist if they were recorded or edited using another device or if there is not enough space available on the hard...

  • Page 60: Copying Scenes

    Video Copying Scenes You can copy original movies or the entire playlist only from the hard disk to the corresponding location on the memory card. Copying Original Movies Options [All Scenes] Copies all the scenes to the memory card. [All Scenes (this date)] Copies to the memory card all the scenes that were recorded on the same day as the selected scene.

  • Page 61: Basic Recording

    Photos Refer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – taking photos and playing them back, capturing photos from video and printing photos. Basic Recording Taking Photos Set the mode dial to Turn on the camcorder. By default, photos are recorded on the hard disk.

  • Page 62: Selecting Photo Size And Quality

    Photos Selecting Photo Size and Quality Photos are recorded as JPG files. As a general rule, select a larger photo size for higher quality. Select the 1920x1080] size for photos with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Options Photo size options and the approximate number of photos that can be recorded on memory cards of various sizes are given in the table below.

  • Page 63: Deleting A Photo Right After Recording It

    • When printing photos, use the following guidelines as a reference for selecting the print size. Photo size Recommended use L 2048x1536 To print photos up to A4 size. M 1440x1080 To print photos up to L size (9 x 13 cm, 3.5 x 5 in.) or postcard size (10 x 14.8 cm, 4 x 6 in.).
  • Page 64 Photos Index Screen Move the zoom lever toward W. • The photo index screen appears. • You can switch to the index screen of the photos recorded on the memory card or change the number of photos displayed per page ( 40).

  • Page 65: Deleting Photos

    Deleting Photos You can delete those photos that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting a Single Photo Select ( ) the photo you want to delete. Press to display the joystick guide. Push the joystick ( ) toward Select ( ) [Yes] and press Deleting Photos from the Index Screen Options...

  • Page 66: Additional Functions

    Photos Additional Functions Magnifying Photos during Playback During playback, photos can be magnified up to 5 times. for photos that cannot be enlarged. Move the zoom lever toward T. • The photo is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area.

  • Page 67: Histogram Display

    NOTES • The flash will not fire in the following cases: - When you manually adjust the exposure in (auto) mode. - During auto exposure bracketing. - In the [ Fireworks] recording program. - When using the optional VL-5 Video Light.

  • Page 68: Taking Photos While Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording)

    Photos Auto Exposure Bracketing] The camcorder records 3 photos using 3 different exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps), allowing you to choose the photo you like the best. FUNC. Single] Desired option FUNC. ONTINUOUS HOOTING PEED ONTINUOUS HOOTING PHOTO 1 Press halfway to activate...

  • Page 69: Light Metering Mode

    Light Metering Mode The camcorder measures the light reflected from the subject in order to calculate the optimal exposure settings. Depending on the subject, you may want to change the way the light is measured and evaluated. Options Evaluative] Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes.

  • Page 70: Protecting Photos

    Photos • Photos will be recorded on the media selected for recording photos ( Protecting Photos You can protect photos from accidental erasure. Protecting Single Photos Open the photo selection screen. Protect] FUNC. Protect] appears on the screen. Select ( ) the photo you want to protect.
  • Page 71 Copying Photos from the Index Screen Options [All Photos] Copies all the photos. [This Photo] Copies only the photo marked with the orange selection frame. [Selected Photos] Copies all the photos selected in advance (marked with a checkmark). Refer to Selecting Recordings from the Index Screen 43).

  • Page 72: Printing Photos

    76). Canon printers: SELPHY printers of the CP, DS and ES series and PIXMA printers marked with the PictBridge logo.

  • Page 73: Selecting The Print Settings

    ] (Print effect) Available only with printers compatible with the Image Optimize function. Select [On], [Off] or button [Default]. Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS printers: You can also select [Vivid], [NR] and [Vivid+NR]. ] (Number of copies) Select 1-99 copies. NOTES Print setting options and [Default] settings vary depending on the printer model.
  • Page 74 [x photos/sheet]: Printing multiple photos on the same sheet When using Canon printers you can print the same photo multiple times on the same sheet of paper. Use the following table as a guideline for the recommended number of copies depending on the [ Paper Size]→...

  • Page 75: Trimming Settings

    [Stop] and press 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. After a short while, turn on the camcorder and restore the USB connection.

  • Page 76: Print Orders

    Photos NOTES • The trimming settings are canceled in the following cases: - When you turn off the camcorder. - When you disconnect the USB cable. - When you expand the trimming frame beyond its maximum size. - When you change the [Paper Size] setting.
  • Page 77 Open the print menu. Menu] FUNC. Print] • The print menu appears. • If there are no photos marked with print orders, [No print orders have been set] appears. • Depending on the connected printer, you may be able to change some print settings ( Select ( ) [Print] and press...

  • Page 78: 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 * When connecting a cable to the camcorder, make sure to align the triangle marks on the cable's connector and on the camcorder's terminal ( HDMI OUT Terminal* Access: Open the rear terminal cover.

  • Page 79: Connection Diagrams

    Connection Diagrams Connections that can be used to connect the camcorder to a TV are listed in falling order of picture quality. Type: Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connection Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal. (HDMI mini-connector) Type: Analog Quality: Depends on the settings Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) or a standard TV with component video input...
  • Page 80 External Connections 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: Connection [AV/headphones] to [ [TV Type] according to the TV set (widescreen or 4:3), if the TV cannot automatically detect and change the aspect ratio ( Type: Digital data connection Connection...

  • Page 81: 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 connections will ensure the best playback quality. Turn off the camcorder and the TV. Connect the camcorder to the TV.

  • Page 82: Saving And Backing Up Your Recordings

    External Connections Saving and Backing Up Your Recordings Backing Up Your Recordings on a Computer Movies recorded with this camcorder are saved on the hard disk or memory card. Because space is limited, make sure to back up your movies onto a computer on a regular basis.
  • Page 83 Options for creating AVCHD discs mode) [All Scenes] Add all the scenes to the disc(s). [Remaining Scenes] Add only those scenes that have not been previously added to a disc. [Playlist] Add only the scenes included in the playlist 58). Options for creating Photo DVDs mode) [All Photos]...
  • Page 84 External Connections Press the start button on the DVD Burner. • A progress bar will be displayed on the screen. • After pressing the start button (while the current disc is being written) the operation cannot be canceled. • When the last disc is finalized, [Task completed] will be displayed.
  • Page 85 NOTES If a scene does not fit entirely in one disc, it may be divided and continue on the next disc. Playing Back AVCHD Discs Using the DW-100 DVD Burner You can use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner and the camcorder also to play back high-definition (AVCHD) discs on a TV.

  • Page 86: Copying Your Recordings To An External Video Recorder

    External Connections Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. Video output will be in standard definition, although the original scenes are in high definition. Connecting Connect the camcorder to the VCR using Connection...
  • Page 87 • If the device type selection screen appears, select [Computer/Printer] and press • The direct transfer menu appears on the camcorder screen and the button lights up. IRST TIME CONNECTION TO A COMPUTER RUNNING INDOWS Windows users only: The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you also need to select the CameraWindow auto-launch setting.
  • Page 88 External Connections Transferring Photos Automatic Transfer Options All the relevant photos will be transferred to the computer in one batch and their thumbnails will be displayed on the computer. All Photos] Transfers all photos. New Photos] Transfers only those photos that have not yet been transferred to the computer.

  • Page 89: Transfer Orders

    Transfer Orders You can mark in advance the photos you want to transfer to the computer as transfer orders. You can set transfer orders for up to 998 photos. Selecting Photos to Transfer (Transfer Order) Set the transfer orders before connecting the camcorder to the computer.

  • Page 90: Additional Information

    Additional Information This chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, 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 ( page.

  • Page 91: Setup Menus

    Menu item Recording mode Simultaneous recording 848x480] Super Fine], [ Photo size/quality 1920x1080], [ 640x480] Super Fine], [ Setup Menus FUNC. Menu - Playback Modes Menu item [Select] [Individual Scenes], [Remove All Selections] From the index screen: [Individual Photos], [Remove All Selections] [Copy ( Original movies: [All Scenes], [All Scenes (this date)], [This Scene],...
  • Page 92 Additional Information Menu item [Transfer Orders] From single photo view: – From the index screen: [Individual Photos], [Selected Photos], [Remove All] [Delete] Original movies: [All Scenes], [All Scenes (this date)], [This Scene], [Selected Scenes] Scenes in the playlist: [All Scenes], [This Scene] From the index screen: [All Photos], [This Photo], [Selected Photos] [Scene Search]...
  • Page 93 [Focus Assist Functions]: When the focus assist functions are activated, the image at the center of the screen is magnified and outlines are emphasized to help you focus manually 49). • Using the focus assist functions will not affect the recordings - they will be cancelled when you start recording.
  • Page 94 Additional Information [AF Mode]: Select how fast the autofocus will operate. • With [ Instant AF] the autofocus adjusts quickly to a new subject. This is convenient for example when changing the focus from a near subject to a far subject in the background, or when recording fast-moving subjects.
  • Page 95 [Microphone Attenuator]: Helps prevent audio distortions in due to high audio recording levels. • Set the microphone attenuator to [ correctly but the audio still sounds distorted. When the microphone attenuator is activated, appears on the screen. Playback Setup Menu item [Rec Media for Photos] [HDD], [Mem.
  • Page 96 Additional Information System Setup 1 Menu item [Font Size] Large], [ [Output Onscreen Displays] [LCD Brightness] [Language [ENGLISH], [ESPAÑOL], [FRANÇAIS], [ITALIANO], [MAGYAR], [MELAYU], [POLSKI], [ [Component Output] [TV Type] [AV/Headphones] AV], [ [Headphone Volume] [Speaker Volume] [Demo Mode] * Option not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using the HDMI cable. [Font Size]: Changes the size of the font for the menu and other screens.

  • Page 97: Wireless Remote

    [TV Type]: In order to display the picture in full and in the correct aspect ratio, select the setting according to the type of television to which you will connect the camcorder. Normal TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio. Wide TV]: TV sets with 16:9 aspect ratio.
  • Page 98 Additional Information [Wireless Remote Control]: Allows the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller. [Notification Sounds]: A beep will accompany some operations like turning on the camcorder, the self-timer countdown, etc. [Power Saving Mode]: In order to save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, it will automatically shut off if left without any operation for 5 minutes.
  • Page 99 [Drop Sensor]: Detects when the camcorder is dropped and activates a protection mechanism to help prevent hard disk damage. While the mechanism is active, in red on the screen and playback/recording may stop. • Keep the drop sensor set to [ increase the likelihood of hard disk damage should the camcorder be dropped.
  • Page 100 Additional Information [Battery Info]: Displays a screen where you can verify the battery charge (as a percentage) and the remaining recording time ( mode) or playback time ( mode). [HDMI Status]: Displays a screen where you can verify the standard of the video output signal from the HDMI OUT terminal.

  • Page 101: 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...
  • Page 102 Additional Information cording Pressing Start/Stop will not start recording. - You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous recordings on the hard disk/memory card (while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing). - The recording media is full or it already contains the maximum number of scenes. Delete some recordings 44, 65) or initialize the recording media ( - Recording may not be possible while the drop protection mechanism ( - The camcorder has exceeded its operational temperature (...
  • Page 103 - 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 on the hard disk/memory card. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 104 Additional Information The CHG (charge) indicator flashes rapidly. (one flash at 0.5-second intervals) Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center. The CHG (charge) indicator flashes very slowly. (one flash at 2-second intervals) The battery pack is too hot.
  • Page 105 The picture is displayed correctly but there is no sound from the built-in speaker. - Open the LCD panel. - Speaker volume is turned off. Adjust the volume ( - If the STV-250N Stereo Video Cable is connected to the camcorder, disconnect it. A rattling can be heard from the camcorder.
  • Page 106 Additional Information The camcorder is connected using the optional HTC-100 HDMI Cable, but there is no picture or sound from the HDTV. - Disconnect the HTC-100 HDMI Cable and then restore the connection or turn the camcorder off and then on again.

  • Page 107: List Of Messages

    - There is a problem with the hard disk. 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. Cannot copy - The total size of the scenes you selected to copy exceeds the available space on the memory card. Delete some recordings on the memory card ( Cannot divide the scene.
  • Page 108 Additional Information Cannot edit Check the memory card - The memory card in the camcorder was initialized using a computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder ( 33). Cannot enter standby mode now - The camcorder cannot enter standby mode if the remaining battery charge is too low. Cannot play back - There is a problem with the hard disk/memory card.
  • Page 109 Cannot record movies on this memory card - Movies cannot be recorded on a 64 MB or smaller memory card. 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 ( 33).
  • Page 110 Additional Information Error writing on the memory card. Data may be recovered if the memory card has not been removed. Attempt recovering the data? - This message will appear the next time you turn on the camcorder if power supply was accidentally interrupted while the camcorder was writing on the memory card.
  • Page 111 No memory card - There is no memory card in the camcorder. No photos - There are no photos to play back. No scenes - There are no scenes in the recording media selected. Number of scenes already at maximum - The maximum number of scenes has been reached.
  • Page 112 - The lens cover did not close completely when you set the camcorder to a playback mode. Turn the camcorder off and then on again. If the problem persists, contact a Canon Service Center. The lens cover is not fully open. Turn the camcorder off, then on again.
  • Page 113 - The disc may not be loaded correctly. Try removing the disc and reinserting it. Error reading the data - Error while reading the recordings from the camcorder. - Check that the USB cable was not accidentally disconnected. No disc - Insert a disc into the DVD Burner.
  • Page 114 - The paper settings of the camcorder conflict with the printer’s settings. Ink absorber full - Select [Continue] to resume printing. Consult a Canon Service Center (refer to the list included with the printer) to replace the ink absorber. Ink error - There is a problem with the ink.
  • Page 115 - The trimming settings for this photo were lost as a result of changes in the paper-related settings. NOTES About Canon PIXMA/SELPHY DS Printers: If the printer’s error indicator flashes or an error message appears on the printer’s operation panel, refer to the printer’s instruction manual.

  • Page 116: Handling Precautions

    Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. • Do not subject the camcorder to vibrations or strong impacts. The hard disk is a high-precision device.
  • Page 117 • Use the camcorder within its operating temperature range. If the camcorder’s temperature becomes too hot or too cold, recording/ playback may stop in order to prevent hard disk damage. In such case, a warning will appear on the screen. •...
  • Page 118 Use the time shown on the screen as an approximation. Regarding the use of non-Canon battery packs • For your safety, battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs will...
  • Page 119 • Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields. • 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.

  • Page 120: Maintenance/Others

    Additional Information Disposal When you delete movies or initialize the hard disk or memory card, only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not physically erased. Take the necessary precautions when you dispose of the camcorder or memory card, for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage of private data.

  • Page 121: Using The Camcorder Abroad

    100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use. Playback on a TV Screen...

  • Page 122: System Diagram

    Additional Information General Information System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap WS-20 Wrist Strap WL-D88 Wireless Controller WD-H37 II Wide-converter TL-H37 Tele-converter FS-H37U Filter Set SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone VL-5 Video Light * Accessories that are compatible with the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be attached to this camcorder.

  • Page 123: 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 damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
  • Page 124 Additional Information Recording and Playback Times Recording and playback times given in the following tables are approximate and vary according to recording mode and charging, recording or playback conditions. The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using the brighter screen settings, etc.
  • Page 125 TL-H37 Tele-converter This Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5. • The image stabilizer is not as effective when the Tele-converter is attached. • The minimum focusing distance at full telephoto with the TL-H37 is 3 m (9.8 ft.). •...
  • Page 126 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 127: Product Codes

    Product Codes Provided Accessories CA-570 Compact Power Adapter BP-807 Battery Pack WL-D88 Wireless Controller CTC-100 Component Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-400PCU USB Cable Optional Accessories BP-808 Battery Pack BP-819 Battery Pack BP-827 Battery Pack CG-800 Battery Charger TL-H37 Tele-converter WD-H37 II Wide-converter FS-H37U Filter Set HTC-100 HDMI Cable...

  • Page 128: Specifications

    This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers. By connecting to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camcorder’s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized, yielding extremely high quality prints.

  • Page 129: Battery Pack

    Terminals AV OUT/ Terminal USB Terminal COMPONENT OUT Terminal (Proprietary mini-D terminal) HDMI OUT Terminal MIC Terminal Power/Others Power supply (rated) Power consumption (SP mode, AF on) Operating temperature Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt) Weight (camcorder body only) CA-570 Compact Power Adapter Power supply Rated output / consumption...

  • Page 130: Index

    Additional Information Index 24F progressive frame rate ..22, 92 24p Cinema Mode ....47 Abroad, using the camcorder ..121 Aperture (f number) .
  • Page 131 Histogram ..... . .67 Image effects .....51 Image stabilizer .
  • Page 132 Additional Information Special Scene (recording programs) ... . . 45 Sports (recording program) ..45 Spotlight (recording program) ..45 Sunset (recording program) .
  • Page 133 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 134 Equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows: Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or, at Canon Canada’s option, comparable rebuilt parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase, except Video Heads which will be exchanged for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase.
  • Page 135 CANON CANADA INC. MONTREAL 8801 Route Transcanadienne, Saint-Laurent, QC H4S 1Z6 ❖ 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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