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Table of Contents

Important Usage Instructions...................................... 2

About this Manual and Camcorder ............................. 5

The Camcorder’s Functions in Real-Life
Situations .................................................................. 14

Unique functions for special cases ........................... 14
Getting the look you want......................................... 15
Challenging subjects and shooting conditions .......... 16
Playback, editing and others .................................... 17
Wireless functions .................................................... 18

Getting to Know the Camcorder ............................... 20

Supplied Accessories ............................................... 20
Names of Parts ........................................................ 21

Preparations ........................................................ 28

Charging the Battery Pack ........................................ 30

Using a Memory Card ............................................... 35

Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the
Camcorder............................................................... 35

Summary of Contents for Legria mini

Page 1: ...PUB DIE 0455 000C HD Camcorder Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ... This product is installed with the WLAN Module which is certified to standards set by IDA Singapore While using the compact power adapter do not wrap it or cover it with a piece of cloth and do not place it in confined narrow spaces Only for European Union and EEA Norway Iceland and Liechtenstein These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste according...

Page 3: ... USE The LEGRIA mini X is in compliance as of January 2014 with the radio signal regula tions of the regions listed below For details on other regions where it can be used make inquiries with the contacts listed at the end of this instruction manual A 304 Statement on EC directive Hereby Canon Inc declares that this RF401 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisio...

Page 4: ...d other countries and is used under license Wi Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi Fi Alliance Wi Fi Certified WPA WPA2 and the Wi Fi Certified logo are trademarks of the Wi Fi Alliance WPS as used on the camcorder s settings onscreen displays and in this manual signifies Wi Fi Pro tected Setup The Wi Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark is a mark of the Wi Fi Alliance Other names and products no...

Page 5: ...cording until you press the start stop button or touch Ñ to stop recording Brackets are used to refer to onscreen controls you need to touch menus buttons etc and to messages as they are dis played on the screen Important precautions related to the camcorder s opera tion Additional notes and topics that complement the basic operating procedures Restrictions requirements or preconditions regarding ...

Page 6: ... find Jump to the general table of contents Go to a list of select functions grouped by their uses in real life situations This alternative index can be very useful for beginners who encounter a particular chal lenge but are not sure of what function to use Jump to the alphabetical index The button with a number in it will take you to the beginning of the current chapter where you will find an ove...

Page 7: ...rder s ACCESS indicator is on or flashing Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory card Do not open the memory card slot cover Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder Do not press and hold the button ...

Page 8: ...ions for special cases 14 Getting the look you want 15 Challenging subjects and shooting conditions 16 Playback editing and others 17 Wireless functions 18 Getting to Know the Camcorder 20 Supplied Accessories 20 Names of Parts 21 Preparations 28 Charging the Battery Pack 30 Using a Memory Card 35 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 35 ...

Page 9: ...g the Touch Screen 45 Using the Menus 46 Operating Modes 53 Selecting the Movie Recording Format AVCHD MP4 55 Basic Recording and Playback 56 Basic Recording 57 Recording Video 57 Changing the Field of View 59 Taking Photos 62 AUTO Mode 64 Basic Playback 67 Playing Back Video 67 Viewing Photos 75 Deleting Scenes and Photos 79 Dividing Scenes 83 Trimming Scenes 85 Slideshow 86 ...

Page 10: ... 108 Decoration Adding a Personal Touch 109 Image Rotation and Image Flipping 113 Recording Audio 116 Using an External Microphone 116 Audio Scenes Built in Microphone 118 Audio Recording Level 124 Wind Screen Built in Microphone 126 Microphone Attenuator Built in Microphone 127 Audio Equalizer Built in Microphone 129 Microphone Directionality Built in Microphone 130 Microphone Attenuator External...

Page 11: ...nal Connections 150 Terminals on the Camcorder 151 Connection Diagrams 152 Playback on a TV Screen 154 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 156 Converting Movies to MP4 Format 156 Saving Recordings on a Computer 159 Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder 168 Wi Fi Functions 170 Overview of the Camcorder s Wi Fi Functions 172 The Camcorder s Wi Fi Functions 178 Using an iOS or Android Devic...

Page 12: ...i Fi Connection and Settings 204 Wi Fi Connection Using an Access Point 204 Viewing and Changing Wi Fi Settings 213 Additional Information 217 Appendix Menu Options Lists 219 1 Other Settings Menus 222 Appendix Onscreen Icons and Displays 236 Trouble 246 Troubleshooting 246 List of Messages 259 Do s and Don ts 276 Handling Precautions 276 Maintenance Others 283 Cleaning 283 Condensation 284 Using ...

Page 13: ...13 Optional Accessories 286 Specifications 290 Reference Tables 297 Index 300 ...

Page 14: ... ultra wide angle to a close up center view X Field of View A 59 Record the best sound possible according to your shooting situation such as at a business meeting or musical performance X Audio Scenes A 118 Shoot a cool time lapse video or use slow motion to check your golf swing X Interval Recording A 97 X Slow and Fast Motion Recording A 101 ...

Page 15: ...lipping A 113 Decorate movies with graphics and stamps X Decoration A 109 Create a dynamic montage sequence with short cuts X Video Snapshot A 104 Getting the look you want Get gorgeous video and photos without bothering with settings X N mode A 57 Make the image brighter or darker than the exposure set by the camcorder X Exposure A 141 ...

Page 16: ...e Recording Format A 55 Challenging subjects and shooting conditions Shoot great video of special scene situations with minimal settings X Shooting Modes A 93 Obtain natural looking colors even under special lighting conditions X White Balance A 139 Optimize the exposure for the desired subject just by touch ing the screen X Touch AE A 143 Cinema filter FILTER 2 Vivid ...

Page 17: ...yback editing and others Save parts of your video as photos or short video snapshot scenes X Capturing Photos Video Snapshot Scenes A 147 Convert your scenes into a smaller file size to upload to the Web X Converting Movies to MP4 Format A 156 Play a slideshow of your photos X Slideshow A 86 Enjoy your recordings on a TV X HDMI Connection A 152 X Playback A 154 ...

Page 18: ... A 159 Wireless functions Use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control while recording X Wi Fi Remote Control CameraAccess plus A 178 Use a Web browser on your smartphone or tablet to access and play back the recordings in the camcorder X Remote Browse Playback via Browser A 188 ...

Page 19: ... 191 Share your recordings with Web albums using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY X CANON iMAGE GATEWAY A 193 Connect the camcorder to your home network and wire lessly stream your recordings X Media Server A 201 X Wi Fi Connection to an Access Point A 204 Review and change Wi Fi settings for advanced users X Wi Fi Settings A 213 ...

Page 20: ...lity LE software which allows you to save your AVCHD movies to a memory card For details on using the software refer to the Transfer Utility LE Software Guide included with the downloaded software XCA 110E Compact Power Adapter incl power cord NB 12L Battery PackW XIFC 300PCU S USB Cable WS DC11 Wrist StrapW XGetting Started Leaflet Transfer Utility LE Startup Guide W ...

Page 21: ...mes of Parts Left side view 1 Start Stop button A 57 62 2 Terminal cover 3 LCD panel A 26 4 playback mode button A 67 5 HDMI terminal A 151 152 6 USB terminal A 151 153 7 Adjustable stand A 26 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 22: ...22 Right side view 8 MIC LEVEL dial A 124 9 DC IN terminal A 30 10 headphones terminal A 137 11 MIC terminal A 116 12 Power Charge indicator A 30 13 Power switch ON OFF A 57 62 8 9 1011 12 13 ...

Page 23: ...23 Front view Top view 14 Lens cover 15 Stereo microphone A 118 16 Speaker A 69 17 LCD touch screen A 27 45 14 15 16 17 ...

Page 24: ...8 Serial number 19 Tripod socket A 278 20 Memory card slot Battery compartment cover A 37 21 Memory card slot A 37 22 Battery release latch A 30 23 Battery compartment A 30 24 ACCESS indicator A 57 62 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ...

Page 25: ...25 25 Wi Fi antenna A 172 26 Strap mounts A 27 ...

Page 26: ...e camcorder has an adjustable stand 7 and an articu lated LCD panel 3 that allow you to easily adjust its position to match your recording conditions Here are typical shooting positions all degree measure ments are approximate 80 90 123 1 2 3 ...

Page 27: ...fire or appear as black red blue or green dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction For details about how to take care of the touch screen refer to Handling Precautions A 276 Cleaning A 283 You can adjust the screen s brightness using the 1 q LCD Brightness and LCD Backlight settings 26 Strap mounts You can attach the supplied wrist strap to either side of...

Page 28: ...eed to prepare a memory card where your movies and photos will be recorded This section explains the types of memory cards that can be used and how to insert one into the camcorder First Time Settings Now that your camcorder is powered up and has a mem ory card you can turn it on and complete the basic setup These include selecting the camcorder s language and setting the date and time 30 35 39 ...

Page 29: ...you can learn more about basic operations such as using the touch screen changing operating modes and using the menus Selecting the Movie Recording Format AVCHD MP4 Before you begin recording you can select whether to record in AVCHD or MP4 format 45 55 ...

Page 30: ...e compact power adapter For approximate charging times and recording playback times with a fully charged battery pack refer to Charging Times A 298 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter 2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 3 Connect the compact power adapter to the cam corder s DC IN terminal 3 1 2 1 3 2 ...

Page 31: ...facing the top of the camcorder When inserting the battery pack push it up against the battery release latch Next push it all the way in until the battery release latch secures it in place 6 Close the battery compartment cover Push the cover until you hear a click Do not force the cover closed if the battery pack is not correctly inserted 5 7 5 4 6 7 4 6 ...

Page 32: ...rge indicator will turn on in red battery pack charging The red power charge indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged If the indicator flashes refer to Troubleshooting A 246 To remove the battery pack Open the battery compartment cover and slide the battery release latch in the direction of the arrow so the battery pack springs out Remove the battery pack and close the cover 3 ...

Page 33: ... the battery pack do not force it in to the battery compartment as this may cause damage To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heat ing do not connect 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 We recommend charging the battery pack in tempera tures between 10 C and 30 C If e...

Page 34: ... an issue you can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally Therefore charge them on the day of use or the day before to ensure a full charge We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need You can use an optional battery charger to charge t...

Page 35: ...November 2013 the movie recording function has been tested using SD SDHC SDXC cards made by Panasonic Toshiba and SanDisk For the latest information on memory cards that can be used visit your local Canon Web site When using an SD memory card without a Speed Class rating or one rated CLASS 2 you may not be able to record movies depending on the memory card used Memory card type SD card SDHC card 0...

Page 36: ... and editing scenes fragmented memory it will take longer to write data on the memory card and recording may stop Back up your recordings and initialize the memory card using the Complete Initialization option About the Speed Class Speed Class is a standard that indicates the minimum guaranteed data transfer speed of memory cards When you buy a new memory card look for the Speed Class logo on the ...

Page 37: ...turn on the camcorder for the first time you will need to complete the basic setup first A 39 and then initialize the memory card A 43 1 Turn off the camcorder Set the power switch to OFF and check that the power charge indicator is off 2 Open the memory card slot cover 3 Insert the memory card with the label facing down and push it all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks 3 1 1 2 3 3...

Page 38: ...remove the memory card Push the memory card once to release it When the memory card springs out pull it all the way out Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the cam corder Be sure to insert the memory card as described in step 3 ...

Page 39: ...refer to Using the Touch Screen A 45 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camcorder The lens cover will open The language selection screen will appear After the power charge indicator turns on in green it will go out 2 Touch the language that you want to be used for onscreen displays and then touch æ You can select one of 27 languages You may need to scroll down to find your language After ...

Page 40: ...mat you prefer and then touch æ After you select the date format the Date Time screen will appear with the first field selected 4 Touch a field you want to change year month day hours or minutes 5 Touch Í or Î to change the field as necessary Touch æ after selecting a language ...

Page 41: ...ll appear in English regardless of the language selected You can change the language and adjust the date and time later on using the following menu settings 1 q Language H 1 q Date Time When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months the built in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be lost In such case recharge the built in lithium battery A...

Page 42: ... home location or that of your destination This section requires using the camcorder s menus For details about how to use the menus refer to Using the Menus A 46 1 Open the Time Zone DST screen 2 Touch to set the home time zone or to set the time zone of your destination when you are traveling 3 Touch Í or Î to set the desired time zone If nec essary touch to adjust for daylight saving time 4 Touc...

Page 43: ...y delete all the recordings it contains 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the cam corder until the initialization is completed 2 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camcorder The lens cover will open After the power charge indicator turns on in green it will go out N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 1 1 ...

Page 44: ...alization option you can touch Cancel to cancel the initialization while it is in progress All recordings will be erased and the memory card can be used without any problem Initializing a memory card will permanently erase all recordings Lost original recordings cannot be recov ered Make sure you save important recordings in advance A 159 0 1 Other Settings q Initialize 8 Initialize Complete Initi...

Page 45: ... the intuitive touch screen interface you have all the controls at your fingertips 1 Touch Touch on an element displayed on the touch screen Used to start playing back a scene in an index screen to select a setting from the menus etc 2 Drag While touching the screen swipe your finger up and down or left and right across the screen Used to scroll menus to browse through index screen pages or to adj...

Page 46: ...nu that you will switch between the movies and photos index screens In both modes from the 0 Home menu you can open the 1Other Settings menus for more detailed settings and also access the camcorder s various Wi Fi functions In the following cases you may not be able to perform touch operations correctly Using your fingernails or hard tipped objects such as ballpoint pens Operating the touch scree...

Page 47: ...ecording mode or top left corner playback mode of the screen to open the 0 Home menu 2 Drag your finger left right to bring the desired menu to the center 3 Touch the icon of the desired menu to open it See the following table for a description of each menu Recording mode Playback mode ...

Page 48: ... and fast motion and interval recording to achieve unique effects Shooting Mode recording mode only A 93 The camcorder features a number of shooting modes that offer the most appropriate settings for a variety of special scenes Flip Rotate Image recording mode only A 113 You can have the camcorder record a mirror image flipped horizontally or automatically detect its position to rotate the image d...

Page 49: ...artphone or tablet Photo Playback playback mode only A 75 Switches the camcorder to photo playback mode and opens the index screen Movie Playback playback mode only A 67 Switches the camcorder to playback mode for AVCHD movies and opens the y index screen Movie Playback playback mode only A 67 Switches the camcorder to playback mode for MP4 movies and opens the y index screen Video Snapshot playba...

Page 50: ...to return to the previous screen or X to close the menu In some screens you will need to scroll to find the desired option Wi Fi playback mode only A 170 Allows you to access the various Wi Fi functions such as uploading recordings to the Web or playing back record ings using a smartphone Menu item Description Some screens provide additional information about the options In that case simply drag y...

Page 51: ...A 222 In the 1 Other Settings menus settings are organized under submenus tabs For brevity s sake these settings are refer enced throughout the manual like this 1 q Language H In this example to change the language you will need to do the following 1 Touch 0 to open the 0 Home menu 2 Drag your finger left right to bring 1 Other Settings to the center Then touch the icon to open the 1 Other Setting...

Page 52: ...e selection bar You can also use the Í and Î icons for scrolling Menu items not available appear grayed out You can touch any menu item on the screen to bring it directly into the selection bar 5 When the desired menu item is inside the selection bar touch æ 6 Touch the desired option and touch X You can touch X to close the menu at any time 2 4 3 4 5 4 ...

Page 53: ... indicates the function is not avail able in that operating mode Icons are divided into movie format A 55 shooting modes and playback modes Recording When you set the power switch to ON the camcorder will turn on in recording mode In recording mode the camcorder s oper ating mode is determined by the selected shooting mode A 93 The shooting mode icons are the same icons used in the shooting mode s...

Page 54: ...ween recording mode and playback mode In the bar of operating mode icons the y icon refers to playing back movies whether from the y or y index screen all AVCHD or MP4 scenes or from the index screen only MP4 video snapshot scenes A 67 The icon refers to viewing photos from the index screen A 75 1 1 ...

Page 55: ...record movies in AVCHD or MP4 format AVCHD movies are ideal for copying to an external device such as a Blu Ray Disc recorder MP4 movies are versatile and can easily be played back on smartphones or uploaded to the Web N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings p Movie Format Desired movie format X ...

Page 56: ... the convenient N mode To record using other shooting modes use more advanced functions and enjoy full access to all menu settings refer to Advanced Functions A 88 Basic Playback This section covers how to play back trim delete and divide movies and how to view photos including in slide show mode and delete them 57 67 ...

Page 57: ...the field of view ultra wide or close up You can also select a different shooting mode according to the shooting conditions A 93 1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on the camcorder The lens cover will open Before you begin recording make a test recording first to check that the camcorder is operating correctly N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 1 1 ...

Page 58: ...amcorder as necessary If shooting with the camcorder hand held be careful not to obstruct the lens 2 Press the start stop button to begin recording You can also touch Ü on the bottom right corner of the screen The ACCESS indicator will flash from time to time while the scene is being recorded 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 3 ...

Page 59: ...an ultra wide angle lens so you can capture a vast field of view about 150 for AVCHD movies about 160 for MP4 movies about 170 for photos for example to include a large group in a fisheye like image The ultra wide angle means also that subjects on the sides of the image will appear to have a curved distortion Alternatively you can enlarge the center of the screen for a closer view Touch to enlarge...

Page 60: ... Recording Switching Between Movies and Photos With a single touch you can switch between recording movies and taking photos To take photos photo mode touch To record movies movie mode touch ultra wide close up ...

Page 61: ...ode to A 93 to be able to focus a subject at a dis tance of only 20 cm from the camcorder If 1 q Auto Power Off is set to i On the camcorder will shut off automatically to save power when it is powered by a battery pack and is left without any operation for 3 minutes Should this happen set the power switch to OFF and then ON again to turn the camcorder back on When recording in bright places it ma...

Page 62: ...The lens cover will open After the power charge indicator turns on in green it will go out Place and adjust the camcorder as necessary If shooting with the camcorder hand held be careful not to obstruct the lens 2 Touch to switch the camcorder to photo mode A 60 N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 2 1 Touch to switch modes 1 2 ...

Page 63: ...k momentarily and the aperture value and shutter speed will appear Photos have an aspect ratio of 4 3 When you have finished taking photos Make sure the ACCESS indicator is off and set the power switch to OFF The information in the important precautions and additional notes sections in the previous pages apply also to photo shooting 3 3 3 3 ...

Page 64: ...le the camcorder is in movie mode You can use the 1 Photo Size setting to change the size of the photos you take In order to save power the image shown on the screen in photo mode is less detailed than the photo that will actually be recorded For details on how many photos you can take refer to Reference Tables A 297 N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format ...

Page 65: ...rt AUTO function cannot detect the subject such as during interval recording or when you touch a sub ject s face for face detection In such case N will be displayed as the Smart AUTO icon About the Smart AUTO function In N mode the camcorder will automatically detect cer tain characteristics of the subject background lighting con ditions etc It will then adjust the exposure and color selecting the...

Page 66: ... backlight conditions Subject Background Bright Blue skies Vivid colors People stationary People moving Subjects other than peo ple such as landscapes Subject Background Sunset Dark Dark Spotlight People stationary People moving Subjects other than peo ple such as landscapes ...

Page 67: ...n until an index screen appears The index screen that appears will depend on the record ing mode that was used previously If you were using movie mode a movie index screen y y or will appear for photo mode the index screen will appear N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 1 1 ...

Page 68: ...en To play back MP4 video snapshot scenes only Touch 0 Video Snapshot to open the index screen After the power charge indicator turns on in green it will go out 2b 2a 2b 2a For MP4 movies Folder name The last four digits represent the recording date 1025 October 25 For AVCHD movies Recording date Visual bar shows the relative loca tion of the cur rent index screen ...

Page 69: ... end of the last scene in the index screen Touch the screen to display the playback controls During playback the playback controls will disappear automati cally after a few seconds without operation To adjust the volume 1 During playback touch the screen to display the play back controls 2 Touch Ó drag your finger along the Headphone Volume or Speaker Volume bar or repeatedly touch the headphone o...

Page 70: ...scene Double tap to jump to the previous scene 3 Pause the playback 4 Volume control 5 Decoration A 109 6 Capture a video snapshot scene A 147 7 Fast playback backward forward For AVCHD movies Playback Playback pause For MP4 movies 7 6 5 8 9 1 2 3 4 Playback Playback pause 11 12 10 13 14 ...

Page 71: ... 13 Mirror image playback MP4 scenes only 14 Repeat playback MP4 scenes only Touch several times to increase the playback speed to 5x 15x 60x normal speed Touch several times to increase the playback speed to 1 8x 1 4x normal speed The Scene Information Screen On the scene information screen you can check various details including the scene s length date and time of recording and video quality N I...

Page 72: ...the index screen Repeat Playback During playback of the desired scene The same scene will be played back in a loop Repeat the pro cedure to return to normal playback Stopping the playback will also cancel the repeat playback setting Mirror Image Playback N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Touch the screen to display the playback controls Ý Ð N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format ...

Page 73: ...utton When the camcorder is turned on press and hold the button to switch back and forth between playback and recording mode When the camcorder is off you can press and hold the button to turn it on directly in playback mode The button cannot be used while recording movies except during interval recording Touch the screen to display the playback controls ...

Page 74: ...te MP4 movies or date and time AVCHD movies when you play back scenes Depending on the recording conditions you may notice brief stops in video or sound playback between scenes During fast slow playback you may notice some anom alies blocky video artifacts banding etc in the play back picture Also sound will not be output The speed indicated on the screen is approximate Slow reverse playback will ...

Page 75: ... the camcorder in playback mode Keep the button held down until the index screen appears After the power charge indicator turns on in green it will go out 2 If a movie index screen appears open the index screen N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 1 1 0 Photo Playback ...

Page 76: ...ou want to view The photo is displayed in single photo view Drag your finger left right to browse through the photos one by one To return to the index screen 3b 3a 3b 3a Folder name The last four digits represent the recording date 1025 October 25 Visual bar shows the relative loca tion of the cur rent index screen Touch the screen to display the playback controls f ...

Page 77: ...en 3 Photo jump Touch Ï or Ð or drag your finger along the scroll bar to find the desired photo Touch K to return to single photo view 4 Magnified playback see the following section Magnifying Photos in Playback 1 In single photo view select the photo you want to mag nify 3 2 1 4 ...

Page 78: ...cation of the portion of the photo that is shown magnified 3 Touch K to cancel the magnified view and return to single photo view You can also touch repeatedly until the magnified view is canceled The following image files may not be displayed correctly with this camcorder if they were recorded on or copied onto a memory card using another device Images not recorded with this camcorder Images edit...

Page 79: ...ng Scenes or Photos from the Index Screen 1 Open the index screen that contains the scene or photo you want to delete A 67 75 To delete all the scenes or photos recorded on the same date saved in the same folder drag your finger left right until a scene or photo you want to delete appears 2 Delete the recordings N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Edit Delete Desired option Yes OK ...

Page 80: ...otos 1 Touch on the individual scenes or photos you want to delete A checkmark will appear on the scenes or photos you touch The total number of selected scenes or photos will appear next to the icon Touch a selected scene or photo to remove the check mark To remove all checkmarks at once touch Remove All Yes 2 After selecting all the desired recordings touch OK Options date for AVCHD movies Delet...

Page 81: ...ticular date that are stored in the same folder The last four digits of the folder name that appears in the button indicate the date the folder was created ex 1025 October 25 Select Select individual scenes or photos to delete All Scenes or All Photos Delete all the scenes or photos N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Touch the screen to display the playback controls Ý Edit Delete Yes OK ...

Page 82: ...reful when deleting recordings Once deleted they cannot be recovered Save copies of important recordings before deleting them A 159 Photos that were protected with other devices and then transferred to the memory card when it was connected to a computer cannot be deleted with this camcorder N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Touch the screen to display the playback controls Edit Delete Proc...

Page 83: ... scenes 3 Bring the scene to a precise point if necessary Playback controls will appear on the screen A 70 Use any special playback modes fast playback frame reverse advance as necessary to locate the desired point To delete all recordings and make all recordable space available again you may prefer to initialize the memory card A 43 N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Touch the screen to di...

Page 84: ...ut 0 5 sec onds If the scene cannot be divided at the point where you paused the playback advance reverse a frame and then divide the scene During the playback of a scene that was divided you may notice some anomalies in the picture sound at the point where the scene was cut Scenes that are too short less than 3 seconds cannot be divided Scenes cannot be divided within 1 second from the beginning ...

Page 85: ... the point where you want to trim the scene open the scene trimming screen 3 Bring the scene to a precise point if necessary The point at which is movie will be trimmed is indicated by the marker Playback controls will appear on the screen A 70 Use any special playback modes fast playback frame reverse advance as necessary to locate the desired point N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Touch...

Page 86: ...e operation while it is in progress Slideshow You can play a slideshow of all the photos You may not be able to correctly trim scenes that were recorded on or copied onto a memory card using another device Interval scenes with the icon cannot be trimmed Scenes cannot be trimmed within about 0 5 seconds from the beginning or the end of the scene Trim Trim Before Marker or Trim After Marker Save as ...

Page 87: ... the slideshow to display it in single photo view 3 Start the slideshow During the photo slideshow touch the screen and touch Ý to stop the slideshow You can change the slideshow s effects with the 1 Slideshow Transition setting Touch the screen to display the playback controls Ð ...

Page 88: ... scenes or many other special scenes Special Recording Modes This section explains how you can use interval recording to create time lapse scenes slow and fast motion for unique recordings or video snapshot scenes for a fast paced interesting video clip Convenient Functions This section introduces some of the camcorder s functions that you may find convenient in special situations For example self...

Page 89: ...scene selection wind screen audio mix and using headphones When You Want More Control This section explains functions you can use when you want more control over how your recordings look It is more oriented for advanced users and covers functions such as white balance and exposure compensation 116 139 ...

Page 90: ...ovies when the video quality is set to 24 Mbps you can enjoy two channel lin ear PCM LPCM audio recording with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz2 1 The 4 Mbps option is available for MP4 movies only 2 With LPCM audio recording recorded data is not processed or com pressed so there is no loss of audio quality When scenes recorded at 24 Mbps are played back on other devices audio will be output only if...

Page 91: ... affects also the recording time available on the memory card Depending on the device used you may not be able to play back your recordings on other devices The camcorder uses a variable bit rate VBR to encode video so the actual recording times will vary depending on the content of the scenes The following types of MP4 scenes will be recognized as multiple files on other devices Scenes exceeding ...

Page 92: ...igher quality 1 Set the camcorder to photo mode A 60 2 Select the photo size Even if the photo size was set to it will change auto matically to n size when you set the field of view to close up For details on the number of photos you can take on a memory card refer to Approximate number of pho tos available on a 4 GB memory card A 297 N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings Ph...

Page 93: ...r to set the exposure auto matically but control manually some advanced settings 1 Touch the shooting mode button on the top left corner of the screen The button will show the icon of the shooting mode cur rently selected If the camcorder is set to N mode the button will show one of the Smart AUTO icons A 66 Alternatively you can open the shooting mode selection screen from the 0 Home menu 0 Shoot...

Page 94: ...s at a shorter distance allowing you to get closer shots of flowers or insects When the field of view is ultra wide A 59 subjects will also stand out more because of the fisheye effect of the ultra wide angle lens N Auto Let the camcorder take care of most of the set tings while you concentrate on recording A 57 Great for beginners or if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settin...

Page 95: ... events and dance scenes J Night Scene ƒ To record nightscapes with lower noise L Beach ƒ To record on a sunny beach without the subject being underexposed K Snow ƒ To record in bright ski resorts without the sub ject being underexposed Car ƒ To record in a car without the subject being underexposed ...

Page 96: ...u have the option to adjust the white balance A 139 and expo sure A 141 I Sports L Beach K Snow The picture may not appear smooth during playback L Beach K Snow The subject may become over exposed on cloudy days or in shaded places Check the image on the screen Macro The camcorder can focus on a subject as close as 21 cm ...

Page 97: ... all these short bits of video interval scenes into a single time lapse scene that cap tures the passage of time Sound is not recorded in this special recording mode 1 Make sure the camcorder has sufficient power to com plete the operation Insert a fully charged battery pack or use the supplied compact power adapter 2 Activate interval recording You can also touch the icon in the center instead of...

Page 98: ...cord the first video In photo mode Press the start stop button or touch PHOTO The camcorder will continue recording interval scenes or photos at the set interval The number of videos photos recorded so far and a countdown until the next recording is made will be displayed on the screen You can change the recording interval with the following procedure 4 Press and hold the button and then touch Yes...

Page 99: ...delete the original interval scenes If you prefer to keep the original interval scenes even after they were successfully joined touch No instead You can touch Stop to interrupt the operation while it is in progress 8 Touch OK A new time lapse scene created from all the interval scenes will be added to the y index screen To change the recording interval You can change the recording interval while a...

Page 100: ...A 67 2 Touch an interval scene marked with the icon 3 Touch Join and continue from step 5 in the previous procedure A 99 Face detection and tracking exposure adjustment and Wi Fi functions cannot be used during interval record ing The maximum recording time from the point recording begins to the point it ends is as follows The maximum recording time in interval recording mode depends on the select...

Page 101: ...longer than the recording interval that was selected When you select a recording interval of 30 seconds or longer the camcorder will enter standby mode when it is not recording in order to save power In standby mode the screen will turn off and the power charge indicator will light up in green When the camcorder is being powered by a battery pack depending on the remaining battery charge the maxim...

Page 102: ...K Before touching OK you can change the playback speed with the following procedure or and the selected speed will appear on the screen 2 Press the start stop button to record scenes in slow fast motion You can also touch Ü Ñ N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 Special Rec Modes Slow Motion or Fast Motion OK 2 2 ...

Page 103: ...r from the record standby screen after slow fast motion is activated The maximum continuous recording time using slow motion is 6 hours x1 2 speed or 3 hours x1 4 speed After that recording will continue as a separate scene When recording using slow motion the video quality will change automatically to 4 Mbps 1280x720 x1 2 speed or 3 Mbps 640x360 x1 4 speed w Desired speed K ...

Page 104: ...ot scenes one after the other this will result in fast paced dynamic video 1 Activate video snapshot You can also touch the icon in the center instead of touch ing OK and the video snapshot length currently selected and a blue border appear on the screen N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 Special Rec Modes Video Snapshot OK 2 2 ...

Page 105: ...amcorder will start recording 3 seconds before you press the start stop button ensuring you do not miss important shoot ing opportunities This is especially useful when it is difficult to predict when to start recording You can change the length of the video snapshot scenes recorded to 2 or 8 seconds with the 1 p Video Snapshot Length setting Changing the movie format will deactivate video snap sh...

Page 106: ...art stop button You can also touch Ü The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before the start stop button was pressed The camcorder will not record the full 3 seconds prior to pressing the start stop button if the button was pressed within 3 seconds of having turned on pre recording or having finished the previous recording 0 Special Rec Modes z Pre REC OK 2 2 ...

Page 107: ...107 Special Recording Modes When the movie format is AVCHD and you activate the pre recording function the time code will start running ...

Page 108: ...he self timer you will be able to include yourself in the shot before the camcorder starts recording a movie or taking a photo 1 Activate the self timer function or will appear on the screen N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 Self Timer C 2 sec or G 10 sec X 2 2 ...

Page 109: ...njoyment while playing back your scenes by decorating them You can add animated graphics stamps and even your own freehand drawing easily just by simply using your fingertip Once the countdown has begun any of the following actions will cancel the self timer Pressing the start stop button Touching Ü when recording movies Turning off the camcorder Pressing and holding the button N I J L K y Shootin...

Page 110: ...ay the decoration toolbar You can touch Ý to pause the playback During play back pause mode you can save a canvas or load a previ ously saved canvas A 111 4 Use a tool from the toolbar as explained in the follow ing procedures 5 Touch X to exit the decoration screen 1 Canvas The area where you will draw and see your deco rations in action 2 Toolbar 1 3 4 5 6 2 ...

Page 111: ...bar 6 Ý Ð Pause the playback or resume it after it has been paused To Use Pens and Stamps 1 Touch Ó The Pens and Stamps screen will appear 2 Touch the desired pen or stamp from Tools The main decoration screen will appear again 3 Draw freely on the canvas with your fingertip To select a different pen or stamp Repeat steps 1 and 2 To change color Touch Ó and then touch the white or black button und...

Page 112: ...gs and stamps only from the memory card Touch Ó 8 Load Yes K You will need to pause the playback before saving or load ing a canvas To Use Animated Stamps 1 Touch The Animated Stamps screen will appear 2 Touch one of the buttons 3 Touch anywhere on the canvas to place the selected animated stamp You can also drag some animated stamps to a different location ...

Page 113: ... image reversing left and right When orientation detection is turned on the camcorder will detect if it is turned sideways or upside down while recording so the image can be corrected during playback The icon of the selected function will appear on the screen Example of image flipping N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 Flip Rotate Image Mirror Image or Detect Orientation On X Mirror Image...

Page 114: ... from the back of the camcorder with the lens pointing for ward Even when orientation detection is turned on movies recorded with the camcorder turned sideways cannot be played back in vertical ori entation using the camcorder Recording Playback Camcorder s orientation Onscreen icon Movies Photos ...

Page 115: ...115 Convenient Functions To display photos in the correct orientation orientation detection should be turned on while recording and 1 Auto Rotate should be set to i On during playback ...

Page 116: ...sampling frequency of 48 kHz Audio is not recorded during interval recording and slow fast motion Using an External Microphone Using the WM V1 Wireless Microphone Using the optional WM V1 Wireless Microphone you can reli ably record sound even when recording subjects at a distance exceeding the practical range of the built in microphone For details on connecting and using the WM V1 refer to the in...

Page 117: ...heir own power supply You can connect almost any stereo microphone with a 3 5 mm plug and a cable no longer than 3 m but audio recording levels may vary Connect the external microphone to the MIC terminal An external microphone may pick up noise while Wi Fi functions are in use Keep a distance between the cam corder and microphone ...

Page 118: ...s your surroundings This will greatly enhance the sense of being there When referring to the instruction manual of the WM V1 note that the procedure written for manually adjusting the audio recording level does not apply to this cam corder Refer to Audio Recording Level A 124 for this camcorder s correct procedure N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Audio scene button ...

Page 119: ...he camcorder records with standard settings Music To vibrantly record music performances and singing indoors Festival Optimized for recording music outdoors more naturally Ideal for outdoor events with music Speech Best for recording human voices and dialog Meeting To record people talking while keeping each voice separate allowing viewers to feel as if they were there Touch the audio scene button...

Page 120: ...oise from wind passing vehi cles and similar ambient sound Ideal for recording at the beach or in places with a lot of noise Custom Setting Allows you to adjust the audio settings to your liking You can adjust the following settings in the 1 menu Built in Mic Wind Screen Built in Mic Att Built in Mic Freq Response Built in Mic Directionality Audio Limiter and Audio Compressor ...

Page 121: ...n Mic Wind Screen H Auto High L Auto Low ë L Auto Low ë H Auto High Built in Mic Att k Automatic k Automatic k Automatic k Automatic Built in Mic Freq Response h Normal ê Boost HF LF Range h Normal é Boost MF Range Built in Mic Directionality h Normal î Wide î Wide í Monaural Audio Limiter i On i On i On i On Audio Compressor L Low L Low L Low j Off ...

Page 122: ...igh H Auto High Selected by user A 126 Built in Mic Att k Automatic k Automatic k Automatic Selected by user A 127 Built in Mic Freq Response é Boost MF Range è Low Cut Filter è Low Cut Filter Selected by user A 129 Built in Mic Directionality î Wide î Wide í Monaural Selected by user A 130 Audio Limiter i On i On i On Selected by user A 135 Audio Compressor H High L Low j Off Selected by user A 1...

Page 123: ...To reproduce louder and quieter sounds in music more faithfully we recommend that you first adjust the audio recording level refer to the following section To repro duce the linearity of the music even more faithfully we recommend that you select the Custom Setting audio scene and adjust the audio settings to match those of the Music audio scene except set Audio Compressor to j Off ...

Page 124: ...or an external microphone connected to the MIC termi nal 1 Set the audio recording level to manual The current audio recording level will appear next to the audio level indicator Touch Automatic instead to return the camcorder to automatic audio recording level N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format Manual K ...

Page 125: ...to the right of the 10 dB mark only occasionally When the audio level meter reaches the red point 0 dB the sound may be distorted We recommend using headphones to check the sound level while adjusting the audio recording level or when the microphone attenuator is activated Audio level indicator Audio level adjustment bar Manual audio level adjustment Current audio recording level ...

Page 126: ... set to Custom Setting A 118 2 Activate the wind screen Options Default value H Auto High The camcorder will reduce a large amount of noise from the wind Low frequency sounds will also be reduced L Auto Low The camcorder will reduce a small amount of noise from the wind A small amount of low frequency sounds will also be reduced N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings Built in...

Page 127: ...gh 1 Make sure Audio Scene is set to Custom Setting A 118 j Off à The built in microphone s wind screen will be deactivated at all times Some low frequency sounds will be suppressed along with the sound of wind When recording in surround ings unaffected by wind or if you want to record low fre quency sounds we recommend setting Built in Mic Wind Screen to j Off à N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback...

Page 128: ...ng lev els so high audio levels will not be distorted i On The built in microphone attenuator will be activated at all times to reproduce more faithfully the sound dynamics When you select this option å will appear on the screen j Off The built in microphone attenuator will be deactivated at all times When you select this option will appear on the screen 0 1 Other Settings Built in Mic Att Desired...

Page 129: ...djust the audio equalizer Options Default value h Normal Appropriate for balanced sound under most normal recording conditions ç Boost LF Range Accentuates the low frequency range for more powerful sound è Low Cut Filter Filters the low frequency range to reduce the noise of blowing wind a car s engine and similar ambient sounds N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings Built in...

Page 130: ...udio Scene is set to Custom Setting A 118 2 Adjust the microphone directionality é Boost MF Range Best for recording human voices and dialog ê Boost HF LF Range Best for example for recording live music and clearly capture the special sound characteristics of a variety of instruments N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings Built in Mic Directionality Desired option X ...

Page 131: ...he audio level is too high í Monaural Mono recording that emphasizes sound coming from the front of the camcorder microphone h Normal Standard stereo recording a middle point between the î Wide and í Monaural settings in reach î Wide Stereo recording of ambient sound over a more extensive area that adds to the sense of presence of movies N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings...

Page 132: ...amcorder will automatically activate the microphone atten uator as necessary for optimal audio recording levels so high audio levels will not be distorted i On The microphone attenuator will be activated at all times to repro duce more faithfully the sound dynamics When you select this option å will appear on the screen j Off The microphone attenuator will be deactivated at all times When you sele...

Page 133: ... are using an external microphone or an external audio source such as a digital audio player However this pro cedure is not necessary for the optional WM V1 Wireless Micro phone 0 1 Other Settings MIC Low Cut i On X N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings MIC Terminal Input Þ External Audio or ß Microphone X ...

Page 134: ...rnal audio player analog Line In 1 Connect the external source to the MIC terminal 2 Activate the audio mix The audio level indicator and audio mix bar will appear 3 Adjust the audio mix balance as necessary Touch INT more of the sound from the built in micro phone or LINE MIC more of the sound from the exter nal audio or drag your finger along the audio mix bar to adjust the mix balance as desire...

Page 135: ... is set to Custom Setting A 118 and the audio recording level is set to Manual A 124 2 Activate the audio limiter Audio Compressor The audio compressor will adjust the audio levels while maintain ing the strength of even louder sounds which will make listening to the audio easier N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings Audio Limiter i On X N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Fo...

Page 136: ...lking at varying levels such as during a meeting L Low Keeps the difference between higher and lower audio levels clear and is best when recording situations such as a musical performance This setting is effective when the audio level meter goes all the way to the right repeatedly j Off To record scenes that are not mainly people talking or music performances 0 1 Other Settings Audio Compres sor D...

Page 137: ... the terminal When using headphones make sure to lower the volume to an appropriate level Adjusting the Volume from the Menus You can also drag your finger along the volume bar The volume will be output at the selected level N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings Headphone Volume Ô or Õ to adjust the volume X ...

Page 138: ... same way you would adjust the speaker s volume A 69 selecting the headphone icons instead Use commercially available headphones with a 3 5 mm minijack and a cable no longer than 3 m Audio will not output from the headphones terminal while Wi Fi functions are in use N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format ...

Page 139: ...dings 1 Select the Programmed AE shooting mode A 93 but do not touch OK 2 Touch Ä to open the white balance selection screen 3 Select the desired white balance option When you select Å Custom WB set the custom white balance with the following procedure 4 Touch X to set the shooting mode to and apply the selected white balance The icon of the selected white balance setting will appear on the screen...

Page 140: ...pears The camcorder will retain the custom white bal ance even if you turn it off 3 Touch K Options Default value Ã Automatic The camcorder automatically sets the white balance for natural looking colors Daylight To record outdoors É Tungsten To record under tungsten and tungsten type 3 wavelength fluo rescent lighting Å Custom WB Use the custom white balance setting to make white subjects appear ...

Page 141: ...der to optimize the exposure for a selected subject or you can use a combination of both When you select the custom white balance Reset the white balance when you change locations or the lighting or other conditions change Depending on the light source Å may keep flash ing The result will still be better than with Ã Automatic Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases C...

Page 142: ...ensation dial appears with the compensation value set at 0 Touch n again to return the camcorder to automatic exposure 2 Touch Ï or Ð or drag your finger along the dial to compensate the exposure values will make the picture brighter values will make it darker The compensation range may vary depending on the initial brightness of the image and some values may be grayed out N I J L K y Shooting mod...

Page 143: ...e exposure will be optimized automatically for the subject you selected Touch n to return the camcorder to automatic expo sure 2 Touch X to apply the selected shooting mode and adjusted exposure Using Touch AE also locks the exposure the exposure compensation dial appears with the compensation value set at 0 Before touching X you can compensate the exposure further steps 2 and 3 in the previous pr...

Page 144: ...tivated so you can skip step 1 in the following procedure If the function was turned off perform the following procedure starting from step 1 1 Activate face detection If the shooting mode is changed during exposure com pensation the camcorder will return to automatic expo sure This function is not available during interval recording N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 1 Other Settings p F...

Page 145: ...ermines is the main subject The main subject is indicated by a white frame and the camcorder will optimize the settings for that person Other faces will have gray frames 3 Touch a different face on the touch screen to optimize the exposure for another person A white double frame will appear around the selected per son s face Touch Cancel to remove the frame Main subject ...

Page 146: ... Typical examples include Faces extremely small large dark or bright in relation to the overall picture Faces turned to the side at a diagonal or partially hid den Face detection is not available in the following cases While recording using interval recording or slow fast motion While the camcorder is controlled remotely from an iOS Android device When the exposure was adjusted manually ...

Page 147: ...om the highlights of an event Capturing a Video Snapshot Scene 1 Play back the scene from which you want to capture the video snapshot scene A 67 2 At the point where you want the video snapshot scene to start touch the screen to display the playback con trols 3 Touch You can also press the start stop button The camcorder captures the video snapshot scene for about 4 seconds the blue frame serves ...

Page 148: ...apshot scenes you capture to 2 or 8 seconds with the 1 Video Snapshot Length setting A video snapshot scene can be captured only during playback it cannot be captured during playback pause mode Video snapshot scenes cannot be captured from scenes shorter than 1 second When you start capturing a video snapshot scene less than 1 second from the end of the scene the video snapshot scene will be captu...

Page 149: ...e playback and capture the photo 3 Touch Ñ to stop the playback The size of photos captured from a scene is 1920x1080 16 9 aspect ratio The data code of the photos will reflect the date and time of recording of the original scene Photos captured from a scene with a lot of fast move ment may be blurred Touch the screen to display the playback controls Ý PHOTO ...

Page 150: ...ect the camcorder to an HDTV using the optional HTC 100 High Speed HDMI Cable Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Finally this section explains how to convert movies to smaller video files and how to upload movies and photos to a computer using the supplied USB cable Note that this chapter presents only connections to other devices using cables wired connections To use the cam corder s convenient w...

Page 151: ...nection that combines audio and video in a single convenient cable This terminal is an HDMI mini receptacle When using a commercially available HDMI cable make sure the HDMI cable is Type A to Type C and is no longer than 3 meters 2 USB Terminal This terminal is a mini B receptacle You can use the sup plied USB cable to connect to a computer or other digital devices with standard A receptacles ...

Page 152: ...efinition TV HDTV with an HDMI input termi nal About the HDMITM connection The HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface connection 1 is a convenient all digital connection using a single cable for both video and audio When you connect the camcorder to an HDTV equipped with an HDMI terminal you can enjoy video and audio playback at the highest quality The cam corder adjusts the output resolution b...

Page 153: ... camcorder If remaining battery time is an issue you can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed Correct operation cannot be guaranteed when con necting the camcorder to DVI monitors Depending on the HDTV correct playback of personal video content may not be possible using connection 1 Sound from the built in speaker will be muted while a cable ...

Page 154: ... nal while using Wi Fi functions and during interval recording slow fast motion and photo mode AVCHD compatible HDTVs and digital recorders with a compatible memory card slot can play back AVCHD movies you record with this camcorder Refer to the instruction manual of the device used Depending on the device used correct playback may not be possible even if the device is AVCHD compatible In such cas...

Page 155: ... to which you connected the camcorder Refer to the instruc tion manual of the connected TV 4 Turn on the camcorder and set it to playback mode 5 Open the desired index screen A 67 75 Play back the desired movies or photos HDMI output is not available during photo mode inter val recording and slow fast recording ...

Page 156: ...es will upload more quickly Addi tionally when you convert a scene you can apply unique cin ema look filters and decorations to the converted copy The converted movies are saved as new scenes so you always keep your original movies 1 Open the y or y index screen A 67 2 Open the screen for selecting scenes to convert Before selecting the video quality touch Join Scenes to join the converted movies ...

Page 157: ...h Remove All Yes 4 After selecting all the desired scenes touch OK and then touch Next To add a cinema look filter The camcorder offers 7 cin ema look filters You can read a description of each filter and preview its effect on the screen You can also touch the filter thumbnail in the center instead of touching OK To deactivate the cinema look filter touch FILTER again You can add a cinema look fil...

Page 158: ...TOP to interrupt the operation while it is in progress 6 Touch OK Options for converting and resizing movies For MP4 movies only Video quality and resolu tion of the original scene Video quality and resolution of the converted scene 24 Mbps 1920x1080 17 Mbps 1920x1080 4 Mbps 1280x720 24 Mbps 1920x1080 Ü Ü Ü 17 Mbps 1920x1080 Ü Ü Ü 4 Mbps 1280x720 Ü Ò Decorate the scene A 109 ...

Page 159: ...software ImageBrowser EX2 for MP4 movies and photos 1 Software for AVCHD movies available for free from PIXELA s Web site 2 Software for photos and MP4 movies available for free from your local Canon Web site After repeatedly recording deleting and editing scenes fragmented memory MP4 conversion may stop work ing correctly The following scenes cannot be converted resized using MP4 conversion Slow ...

Page 160: ...ad the software Perform the following procedures while referring to the supplied Transfer Utility LE Startup Guide Installation 1 Download the zip file from PIXELA s Web site Visit PIXELA s site to download the zip file which contains the software and instruction manual http pixela jp cetule_dl 2 Uncompress the zip file The zip file contains the installer setup exe and the Soft ware Guide PDF file...

Page 161: ...amcorder using the compact power adapter 2 Camcorder Open the y index screen A 67 3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the sup plied USB cable Connection 2 Refer to Connection Diagrams A 152 4 Computer Double click the icon shown on the right 5 Computer Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the procedure For details about using the software refer to the Software Guide PDF file of P...

Page 162: ... more This service may not be available in all countries regions Installation Install the software before you connect the camcorder to the computer for the first time Make sure to install the software even if you have a different version of ImageBrowser EX on your computer The auto update function of the software may make available to you features optimized for this camcorder The ImageBrowser EX U...

Page 163: ...ownload page 2 Install ImageBrowser EX For details about opening the software package and run ning the installer refer to the instructions on the download Web site 3 Follow the onscreen instructions to select your area continent country region and language Available options will vary depending on your country region 4 In the main installer panel click Easy Installation For Windows users if a User ...

Page 164: ...uctions to do so CameraWindow will also be installed To check that the software was installed correctly You can check that the software was installed correctly by look ing for the ImageBrowser EX icon in the following location Windows The shortcut will be added to the Desktop Mac OS The icon will appear in the Dock If you cannot find the icon check your Internet connection and install the software...

Page 165: ...mputer using the sup plied USB cable Connection 2 Refer to Connection Diagrams A 153 Camcorder When the connection is successfully estab lished USB Connection appears on the screen Computer CameraWindow will start automatically Windows users only If you did not set up the auto launch setting open CameraWindow manually 4 Save the MP4 movies and photos onto the computer Refer to Non EOS DIGITAL Came...

Page 166: ...ers or files directly from the computer as this may result in permanent data loss When saving record ings on a computer we recommend using the soft ware described in this section Transfer Utility LE for AVCHD movies ImageBrowser EX for MP4 movies and photos If you wish to use the recordings on your computer make copies of them first Use the copied files retaining the originals ...

Page 167: ...cam corder s details area of CameraWindow s main screen will always appear as full The following types of MP4 scenes will be recognized as multiple files on a computer Scenes exceeding 4 GB Scenes exceeding 1 hour Users of Windows XP and later and Mac OS X Your camcorder is equipped with the standard Picture Trans fer Protocol PTP allowing you to transfer photos JPEG only and MP4 movies simply by ...

Page 168: ...ternal digital video recorder has an SD memory card slot you can use the memory card to copy your movies without connecting the camcorder Make sure the external device is compatible with the type of memory card used Connecting 1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter 2 Open the y index screen A 67 3 Connect the camcorder to the digital video recorder using the supplied USB cable Conne...

Page 169: ...169 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Recording Details will vary depending on the device used so be sure to refer to the instruction manual of the digital video recorder ...

Page 170: ...lso important information about the supported Wi Fi standards The Camcorder s Wi Fi Functions Refer to this section for details on how to use the cam corder s useful Wi Fi functions such as controlling the camcorder remotely with an iOS or Android device or playing back the camcorder s recordings from a Web browser on a Wi Fi equipped device 172 178 ...

Page 171: ...an access point wireless router on an existing Wi Fi network as well as how to check the Wi Fi settings and if neces sary change them iOS device is used in this text to refer to Wi Fi enabled iPhones and iPads while Android device refers to Wi Fi enabled Android smartphones and tablets 204 ...

Page 172: ...e lessly to Wi Fi enabled devices like smartphones or tablets and save play back and upload your recordings Refer to Glossary A 216 for a definition of some of the frequently used terms in this text iOS device is used in this text to refer to Wi Fi enabled iPhones and iPads while Android device refers to Wi Fi enabled Android smart phones and tablets ...

Page 173: ...the camcorder A 178 You can even stream video from the camcorder and record it directly on your iOS device Installing the Movie Uploader app you can save recordings on your iOS device and even upload them to YouTube or Facebook A 191 Use a Web browser to access the camcorder and play back recordings on your iOS device A 188 CameraAccess plus Movie Uploader ...

Page 174: ...or tablet as a remote control to record with the camcorder A 178 You can even stream video from the camcorder and record it directly on your Android device Use a Web browser to access the camcorder and play back recordings on your Android device You can also save a local copy on your Android device A 188 CameraAccess plus ...

Page 175: ... the computer A 188 Connect the camcorder to an access point as a media server and play back your recordings on computers and other devices connected to the same home network A 201 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Connecting the camcorder to an access point home network connected to the Internet you can also share recordings on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and enjoy a number of Web ser vices including uploading recordi...

Page 176: ... point may be referred to using a different name such as wireless LAN router or wireless net work router About the camcorder s Wi Fi standard The camcorder s Wi Fi standard complies with the IEEE 802 11b g n protocol and operates in the 2 4 GHz band As such the maximum data transfer rate is 11 Mbps for IEEE 802 11b 54 Mbps for IEEE 802 11g and 150 Mbps for IEEE 802 11n Note that these are theoreti...

Page 177: ...r left corner of the camcorder with your hand or other object The Wi Fi antenna is located there and covering it may interfere with wireless signals Do not open the memory card slot cover during the wireless connection While using Wi Fi functions the camcorder s automatic power off function will be disabled The camcorder s Wi Fi functions cannot be used while the optional WM V1 Wireless Microphone...

Page 178: ...S Android device as a remote control to start recording on the camcorder and while using the Monitor from Home function you can even record the streamed image locally on your iOS Android device The CameraAccess plus app provided by PIXELA is available for free from the App Store iOS devices and Google Play Android devices Even if the camcorder was set to a different shooting mode it will change au...

Page 179: ...the camcorder and record the streamed image on the camcorder or directly onto your device 1 Camcorder Set the camcorder to the desired recording mode movie mode or photo mode Before you perform these procedures for the first time download and install the CameraAccess plus app on your iOS Android device The app can be downloaded for free from the following Web sites App Store http appstore com came...

Page 180: ...he password that appears on the camcorder s screen The camcorder s network name SSID should appear in the list of networks access points detected by the device As long as you do not reset the camcorder s Wi Fi pass word you only need to enter the password the first time you connect the device When the Wi Fi connection is correctly established Con nected will appear on the camcorder s screen To sav...

Page 181: ... mon itor the streamed image while you are away You can even use your iOS Android device to start recording on the camcorder Using the Remote Monitoring Checker utility for Windows only you can check whether your home network s access point and Internet connection meet the requirements for using the Monitor while Out function For details about this program and links to the download page visit PIXE...

Page 182: ...e already completed the settings for the Monitor while Out function skip to step 6 3 Touch OK to open the settings screen 4 To enter the Password field touch Not configured Enter a unique password for the Monitor while Out function and touch OK The password is required for this function and must be between 4 and 8 characters long We recommend using an 8 character password using a mix of numbers an...

Page 183: ...order will connect automati cally to the last access point used Continue to step 7 If no connections to access points have been saved in the camcorder the message Save the access point will appear on the screen Touch OK to configure and save a new access point connection step 2 in Wi Fi Connection Using an Access Point A 205 before continuing with this procedure 7 When the wireless connection is s...

Page 184: ... connect the device Later on you only need to enter the Monitor while Out password start this procedure from step 4 To register the camcorder s ID in the CameraAccess plus app 1 If the iOS Android device is near the camcorder turn on Wi Fi and select the same access point as that to which the camcorder is connected step 6 in the previ ous procedure 2 Start the CameraAccess plus app and touch Setti...

Page 185: ...s connected to a Wi Fi access point 5 Touch Start under Monitor while Out 6 Enter the password for the Monitor while Out function that you set in the camcorder step 4 of the previous procedure and then touch Connect Use the app s onscreen controls to operate the camcorder while viewing the live image on the device When you have finished recording 1 Camcorder Touch End to end the wireless connectio...

Page 186: ...ard will appear on the screen The illustration below explains the various keys you can use 1 Switch between letters and numbers special charac ters 2 Change the position of the cursor 3 Delete the character to the cursor s left backspace 4 Caps Lock When the numerical keyboard is displayed switches between set 1 and set 2 of special char acters 2 4 3 1 ...

Page 187: ...ing a movie taking a photo or changing the field of view Using CameraAccess plus the image is recorded exactly as it appears on the screen regardless of the 0 Flip Rotate Image Detect Orienta tion setting Depending on the connection and the strength of the wireless signal there may be interruptions in the live video image or the response may be slow If you mount the camcorder on the optional CT V1...

Page 188: ...rowser and even save local copies of them on your device Depending on the device OS browser and video quality you may not be able to play back or save recordings For details visit your local Canon Web site 1 Camcorder From any index screen activate the Remote Browse mode You can also touch the icon in the center instead of touch ing OK The camcorder s SSID network name and password will appear The...

Page 189: ...Wi Fi pass word you only need to enter the password the first time you connect the device 3 iOS Android device Start the Web browser 4 iOS Android device Enter the URL that appears on the camcorder s screen into the Web browser s address bar When the Wi Fi connection is correctly established the Playback via Browser screen will appear The URL is always the same so you may find it convenient to boo...

Page 190: ... screen Devices other than iOS devices Touch õ to save a local copy of the movie photo on the device When you have finished Camcorder Touch End OK to end the wireless connection and turn off the camcorder The following types of MP4 scenes will be recognized as multiple files on other devices Scenes exceeding 4 GB Scenes exceeding 1 hour For details about Wi Fi connections on computers and other de...

Page 191: ...rk The Movie Uploader app provided by PIXELA is available for free from the App Store 1 Camcorder From any index screen set the camcorder to connect with the iOS device You can also touch the icon in the center instead of touch ing OK Before you perform this procedure for the first time install the Movie Uploader app on your iOS device The app can be downloaded for free from the following Web site...

Page 192: ...s network name SSID should appear in the list of networks access points detected by the device As long as you do not reset the camcorder s Wi Fi pass word you only need to enter the password the first time you connect the device When the Wi Fi connection is correctly established Con nected will appear on the camcorder s screen 3 iOS device Use the Movie Uploader app to upload the camcorder s movie...

Page 193: ...onnected to the Internet Availability differs from area to area Web services is used in this text to refer to various Internet services supported by CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Depending on factors such as the wireless network conditions it can take some time to upload video files The procedure above may differ depending on the ver sion of iOS you are using For details about the Movie Uploader app visit P...

Page 194: ...EWAY CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is a Web site that provides vari ous photo related services for owners of qualified Canon products After you complete the free registration online you can use the Web services create online photo albums and more Visit Canon s Web site also accessible using smart phones and tablets for information on registration and coun tries regions where you can use this service http ca...

Page 195: ...y set up a connection to an access point If you have previously configured and saved a connection to an access point the camcorder will connect automati cally to the last access point used Continue to step 3 If no connections to access points have been saved in the camcorder the message Save the access point will appear on the screen Touch OK to configure and save a new access point connection ste...

Page 196: ...5 Camcorder Touch Authenticate After a short while an authentication code will be dis played on the screen 6 iOS Android device Open the camera settings screen and enter the authentication code from step 5 7 Camcorder Make sure the camcorder and iOS Android device display the same confirmation number and then touch OK 8 iOS Android device Complete the setup process When you have finished Camcorder...

Page 197: ...d or delete the desired Web service s 3 Camcorder On the To Web Service screen touch The Web services set in the camcorder will be updated Available Web services differ depending on the country region of use and may be updated from time to time For the latest details about available services and terms of use visit your local CANON iMAGE GATEWAY Web site If the date set in the camcorder is not corr...

Page 198: ... instead of touch ing OK If you have previously configured and saved a connection to an access point the camcorder will connect automati cally to the last access point used Once you have set the maximum number of Web ser vices in the camcorder you will not be able to set any additional services Delete unnecessary Web services and then set the desired Web service You cannot set multiple accounts fo...

Page 199: ... will appear Select the e mail addresses to which you want to send an e mail notification 3 Select the type of recording to upload 4 Touch the scene or photo s to upload When uploading photos you can touch up to 10 photos to upload at a time To cancel a selection touch the photo to cancel To cancel all selections at once touch Remove All Yes Interval scenes with the icon cannot be selected If you ...

Page 200: ...ils on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY refer to the Help module in the upper right of the screen The maximum length and file size for uploading depends on the Web service For movies you can upload one at a time for photos up to 10 at a time Depending on the access point s wireless router s set tings and capabilities it can take some time to upload files E mail addresses must consist of single byte charac ters...

Page 201: ...network and software installed on your computer that can play back movies and photos from a media server We recommend that you con nect the computer to the access point using a LAN cable Refer also to the instruction manuals for the computer software and access point 1 Camcorder From any index screen activate the media server function Access point LAN cable Computer N I J L K y Shooting mode Playb...

Page 202: ... the screen Touch OK to configure and save a new access point connection step 2 in Wi Fi Connection Using an Access Point A 205 before continuing with this procedure 2 Camcorder When the wireless connection is success fully established Connected will appear on the cam corder s screen You can touch View Information to view the access point s SSID connection protocol and the camcorder s IP address a...

Page 203: ...ices connect the device to the home network and select your cam corder s model name from the list of media servers 4 Computer Play back the movies and photos Interval scenes with the icon will not be shown 5 Camcorder Touch End OK when finished Depending on the access point s wireless router s set tings and capabilities playback may take time to start or may not appear smooth For details refer to ...

Page 204: ...s General requirements Correctly configured router that complies with the 802 11b g n protocol and is Wi Fi certified bears the logo shown to the right and a home network 1 From any index screen open the Network Setup screen N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 Remote Control Streaming from record standby mode or Wi Fi from any index screen in playback mode w Check Edit Settings Access Poin...

Page 205: ... router Con tinue the procedure as described in Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS A 206 WPS PIN Code Access the access point s configuration screen using your Web browser The camcorder will give you a PIN code which you will enter into the browser You will need a WPS compatible router and a computer or other device connected to it Continue the procedure as described in Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS A 206 Sear...

Page 206: ...n below connecting the camcorder to it can be very easy If you cannot successfully connect the camcorder using WPS try using the Search for Access Points method Refer also to the router s instruction manual Manual Setup You manually enter the access point s name password and other network settings This method is recommended only for advanced users of Wi Fi networks Continue the procedure as descri...

Page 207: ...ted to the access point use the Web browser to open the router s WPS settings screen After the 8 digit PIN code appears on the camcorder s screen enter it into your router s WPS settings screen 2 Within 2 minutes touch OK on the camcorder s screen The camcorder will connect to the access point You can touch Stop and then OK to interrupt the Wi Fi Protected Setup while it is in progress When the Wi...

Page 208: ...er A 196 Step 2 in Sharing Your Recordings Using Web Services A 199 Step 2 in Wireless Playback on a Computer A 202 Otherwise touch K X to close the menu Searching for Access Points After you touch Search for Access Points the camcorder will take a few seconds to detect access points available in the vicinity and will display the first one Make a note in advance of the network name SSID and passwo...

Page 209: ...ss points You can also touch Search Again to have the camcorder search for access points again When the network name SSID of the desired access point appears touch OK 2 To enter the Encryption Key field touch Not config ured Enter the access point s password encryption key and touch OK If the access point selected in step 1 did not have a C icon this step is not necessary ...

Page 210: ...the Desired Web Services in the Cam corder A 196 Step 2 in Sharing Your Recordings Using Web Services A 199 Step 2 in Wireless Playback on a Computer A 202 Otherwise touch K X to close the menu Manual Setup Perform this procedure to manually configure the wireless con nection settings This may be necessary for example if your access point s network name SSID cannot be detected due to the stealth f...

Page 211: ...key Touch OK and then touch Next If you selected OPEN NONE in step 2 this step is not necessary 4 Touch Automatic or Manual to select how to obtain the IP address If you selected Automatic proceed to step 9 5 To enter the IP Address field touch 0 0 0 0 Touch the first field and touch Í Î to change the value Change the rest of the fields in the same way and touch OK 6 Enter the Subnet Mask field in...

Page 212: ...rn to the procedure of the function you were previously using Step 7 in Streaming via Wi Fi and Internet Monitor while Out A 183 Step 3 in Setting the Desired Web Services in the Cam corder A 196 Step 2 in Sharing Your Recordings Using Web Services A 199 Step 2 in Wireless Playback on a Computer A 202 Otherwise touch K X to close the menu The Wi Fi functions available and the setup method will var...

Page 213: ...index screen open the Check Current Configuration screen You can also touch the icon in the center instead of touch ing OK To view the connection settings for iOS Android devices 2 Touch Smartphone Connection Settings The camcorder s SSID and password will appear N I J L K y Shooting mode Playback Format 0 Remote Control Streaming from record standby mode or Wi Fi from any index screen in playback...

Page 214: ... To view the access point s connection settings 2 Touch Access Point Connection Settings The SSID settings of up to 4 access points in the cam corder s memory will appear If there are available connection slots you can touch Not configured to set up a new access point A 204 3 Touch the SSID of the access point whose settings you want to view The access point s settings will appear Touch Í and Î to...

Page 215: ...ly to return to the 0 Home menu and then touch X to close the menu To view the settings for the Monitor while Out function recording mode only 2 Touch Monitor while Out Settings The password and port number to be used for the Monitor while Out function will appear 3 If necessary change the settings Steps 4 and 5 in Streaming via Wi Fi and Internet Mon itor while Out A 181 4 Touch K repeatedly to r...

Page 216: ...a device that allows wire less devices like your camcorder to connect to a wired net work including to the Internet using the Wi Fi standard In most cases this will be your wireless router IP Address Exclusive number assigned to each device connected to the network SSID Service Set Identifier This is simply the public name of a Wi Fi network WPS Wi Fi Protected Setup Standard for easy and secure s...

Page 217: ...nd Displays This section explains the icons and displays that appear on the camcorder s various screens with reference pages to the relevant functions Trouble Consult the troubleshooting advice and list of messages when you are experiencing some trouble with your cam corder Do s and Don ts This section contains important handling precautions and maintenance instructions 219 236 246 276 ...

Page 218: ...218 General Information This section contains information about optional accesso ries that can be used with the camcorder and ends with the comprehensive list of technical specifications 286 ...

Page 219: ... details about each function see the reference page Menu options without a reference page are explained after the tables Menu options in blue and bold type like this indicate default values 0 Home Menu Menu item Setting options 1 Other Settings A 51 222 Audio Scene A 118 Standard Music Festival Speech Meeting Forest and Birds Noise Suppression Custom Setting Special Rec Modes A 97 101 104 v Normal...

Page 220: ...ammed AE Flip Rotate Image A 113 Mirror Image On Off Detect Orientation On Off Self Timer A 108 C 2 sec G 10 sec j Off Remote Control Streaming A 178 Monitor from Home Monitor while Out w Check Edit Settings Photo Playback A 75 Movie Playback A 67 Movie Playback A 67 Video Snapshot A 67 0 Home Menu cont Menu item Setting options ...

Page 221: ...n Playback Modes Button Setting options Convert to MP4 A 156 Delete A 79 y index screen date Select All Scenes y or index screen folder name Select All Scenes index screen folder name Select All Photos During playback pause This Scene In single photo view Proceed deletes the current photo Divide A 83 Trim A 85 0 Home Menu cont Menu item Setting options ...

Page 222: ...em Setting options Movie Format A 55 AVCHD MP4 Video Quality A 90 High Quality 24 Mbps Standard Full HD 17 Mbps Long Play 4 Mbps Face Detection Tracking A 144 i On j Off Auto Backlight Correction i On j Off Auto Slow Shutter i On j Off Flicker Reduction j Off 50 Hz 60 Hz Image Stabilizer i On j Off ...

Page 223: ...function is not available when the shooting mode is set to J K L or Video Snapshot Length A 104 C 2 sec D 4 sec F 8 sec Photo Size A 92 4000x3000 n 1920x1440 640x480 Photo Review Time j Off C 2 sec D 4 sec E 6 sec F 8 sec G 10 sec Onscreen Markers j Off 3 Level White 4 Level Gray 5 Grid White 6 Grid Gray p Camera Setup recording mode only cont Menu item Setting options ...

Page 224: ... movies under fluorescent lights change the setting to reduce the effect This function is only available when the shooting mode is set to Flicker reduction is not available while recording using slow fast motion When using this function in dark surroundings the recorded image may become darker Image Stabilizer The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur blur due to the camcorder moving so you can ...

Page 225: ...ded image may become darker Photo Review Time photo mode only Selects the time to display a photo after it is recorded Onscreen Markers You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the center of the screen Use the markers as a reference to make sure your subject is framed correctly vertically and or hor izontally Using the onscreen markers will not affect the recordings ...

Page 226: ... the slideshow advances Auto Rotate When set to i On the camcorder will display in the correct orientation photos that were recorded with the camcorder held vertically if at the time of recording Detect Orientation was set to On Playback Setup playback mode only Menu item Setting options Video Snapshot Length A 147 C 2 sec D 4 sec F 8 sec Slideshow Transition j Off k Dissolve l Slide Image Auto Ro...

Page 227: ...MP4 movie playback only the date is displayed Audio Setup Menu item Setting options Built in Mic Wind Screen A 126 H Auto High L Auto Low ë j Offà Built in Mic Att A 127 k Automatic i On j Off Built in Mic Freq Response A 129 h Normal ç Boost LF Range è Low Cut Filter é Boost MF Range ê Boost HF LF Range Built in Mic Directionality A 130 í Monaural h Normal î Wide MIC Att A 127 k Automatic i On j ...

Page 228: ...3 Þ External Audio ß Microphone Audio Mix A 134 j Off i On When i On is selected audio mix bar Internal Microphone MIC Terminal Input Audio Limiter A 135 i On j Off Audio Compressor A 135 H High L Low j Off Headphone Volume A 137 Ö 0 15 8 Audio Setup cont Menu item Setting options Ô Õ ...

Page 229: ... will accompany some opera tions like turning on the camcorder the self timer countdown etc Set to j Off to turn off notification sounds Speaker Volume A 69 Ú 0 15 8 Notification Sounds High Volume ø Low Volume j Off Audio Setup cont Menu item Setting options ...

Page 230: ...aliano Magyar Melayu Nederlands Norsk Polski Português Suomi Svenska Türkçe Time Zone DST A 42 home time zone or travel time zone Paris list of world time zones DST adjustment Toggle on or off Date Time A 39 Date Time Date Format Y M D M D Y D M Y Y year M month D day 24H Toggle on 24 hour clock or off 12 hour clock LCD Brightness ...

Page 231: ...ry Used Space in Memory File Numbering m Reset n Continuous Auto Power Off i On j Off HDMI Status Output Onscreen Displays i On j Off Initialize 8 A 43 Complete Initialization Toggle on or off Firmware Certification Logo Display Demo Mode i On j Off q System Setup cont Menu item Setting options ...

Page 232: ...ee brightness lev els You can use this to make the screen brighter when record ing in bright places for example Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect the brightness of your recordings or the brightness of the play back image on a TV Using the H Bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack While L Dim is selected the power charge indicator will turn o...

Page 233: ... memory card File Numbering MP4 movies and photos are saved on the memory card as files in folders which are assigned consecutive file numbers This setting determines how files are numbered m Reset File numbers will restart from 100 0001 every time you record on a memory card that has been initialized n Continuous File numbers will continue from the number following that of the last file recorded ...

Page 234: ...1 0107 made on October 25 will be found in the folder DCIM 101_1025 If it is an MP4 movie its file name will be MVI_0107 MP4 if it is a photo its file name will be IMG_0107 JPG All the interval scenes recorded during one interval recording sequence are saved in separate folders indicated by the letter I instead of an underscore ex 101I1025 Auto Power Off In order to save power when the camcorder i...

Page 235: ...s menu option is usually unavailable Certification Logo Display This displays select certification logos that apply to this camcorder The certification logos apply to Australia and New Zealand only Demo Mode The demonstration mode displays the cam corder s main features It starts automatically when the cam corder is powered using the compact power adapter if you leave it in record standby mode wit...

Page 236: ...s that appear in the various modes For easy reference the icons in the table are grouped according to the area in which they appear on the screen Please note that what icons appear depends on the movie for mat shooting mode and other functions For details about each function see the reference page Recording mode ...

Page 237: ... mode while the right side shows the new recording mode when this control button is touched 60 00 00 00 00 for AVCHD movies Time code hours minutes seconds frames 244 0 00 00 for MP4 movies Scene counter hours minutes seconds 000 for AVCHD movies Total number of scenes Ü Ñ Memory card operation 244 Self timer and countdown 108 è é ê Remaining battery charge 244 ...

Page 238: ...s and if appli cable an icon indicating an interval of time for that function 245 y 0 Exposure compensation 141 Face detection When a face is detected a white frame will also appear around the main subject s face 144 Ã É Å White balance 139 Onscreen markers 225 User selected face detection frame 144 Orientation detection 113 Mirror image recording 113 ë à Built in microphone s wind screen 126 ...

Page 239: ...e 245 80000 Remaining available number of photos 245 LPCM Linear PCM audio 90 Movie format 55 L M S Photo size 92 Frame rate 24 Mbps 17 Mbps 4 Mbps Video quality 90 Onscreen markers 225 User selected face detection frame 144 Flicker reduction 224 Å Image stabilizer 224 Audio limiter 135 Audio compressor 135 å Built in microphone attenuator 127 ...

Page 240: ...utton Open the 0 Home menu 47 Audio scene button Change the audio scene 118 Audio recording mode button and audio level indicator Switch between manual and automatic audio record ing level 124 button Change the field of view 59 Ü Ñ Ü Ñ button Start Stop recording a movie 57 PHOTO PHOTO button Take a photo 62 ...

Page 241: ...een Icon Description Function A button Mirror image playback 72 button Repeat playback 72 Edit Edit button Open the Edit panel 221 Ð Ý Ö Õ Ø Ô Ó Memory card operation 244 Interval scenes that have not yet been joined Slow Fast motion and playback speed 97 101 LPCM Linear PCM audio 90 ...

Page 242: ...rs minutes seconds 800 00 Current photo Total number of photos Movie format 55 24 Mbps 17 Mbps 4 Mbps Video quality 90 000 Scene number 000 0000 File number 233 Icons on the bottom of the screen Icon Description Function A For movies Ú Ù Ý Ð Û Ø Ö Õ Playback control buttons 70 For photos Ð Ð button Slideshow 86 Icons on the top of the screen cont Icon Description Function A ...

Page 243: ... a video snap shot scene 147 N Ã y 0 00 F2 8 L 1 90 MB 1 250 4000 3000 Shooting information 245 f f button Return to the index screen 75 h h button Photo jump 77 button Increase decrease magnification for photo playback 77 10 00 AM 25 Oct 2014 Recording date and time 227 Icons on the bottom of the screen cont Icon Description Function A ...

Page 244: ...se Fast playback Ø Fast reverse playback Õ Slow playback Ö Slow reverse playback Ó Frame advance Ô Frame reverse Remaining battery charge The icon shows a rough estimate of the remaining charge of the battery pack When the battery charge becomes low replace or charge the battery pack Depending on the condition of the cam corder or battery the actual battery charge may not match what is displayed o...

Page 245: ...emaining video recording time When there is no more free space on the memory card and End will be displayed in red on the screen and the recording will stop Remaining available number of photos Even if the remaining number of photos that can be recorded is larger the maximum number displayed on this screen is 9999 Shooting information N Shooting mode Ã White balance y 0 00 Exposure F2 8 Aperture n...

Page 246: ...Canon Service Center if the problem persists CHECK THIS FIRST Power supply Is the battery charged Is the compact power adapter cor rectly connected to the camcorder A 30 Recording Did you turn the camcorder on and correctly set it to record ing mode A 57 62 Is a compatible memory card cor rectly inserted into the camcorder A 37 Playback Did you turn the camcorder on and correctly set it to play ba...

Page 247: ...t cool down as necessary and try charging it again Charge the battery pack in temperatures between approxi mately 0 C and 40 C If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder there may be a problem with the battery pack Consult a Canon Service Center A noise can be heard from the compact power adapter A faint sound can be heard while the compact power adapter is co...

Page 248: ...mum num ber of scenes of AVCHD movies 3 999 scenes Delete some recordings A 79 or initialize the memory card A 43 to free some space The file numbers for MP4 movies and photos have reached their maximum value Set 1 q File Numbering to Reset and insert a new memory card The point where the start stop button was pressed or Ü Ñ was touched does not match the beginning end of the recording There is a ...

Page 249: ... may take longer than usual Save your recordings A 159 and initialize the memory card A 43 Movies or photos cannot be recorded properly This may occur as movies and photos are recorded deleted over time Save your recordings A 159 and initialize the memory card using the Complete Initialization option A 43 After using the camcorder for a long time it becomes hot The camcorder may become hot after u...

Page 250: ...m scenes recorded or edited using another device and then trans ferred to a memory card connected to the computer The memory card is full Delete some recordings A 79 to free some space Cannot mark individual scenes photos in the index screen with a checkmark You cannot select more than 100 scenes photos individually Select the All Scenes or All Photos option instead of Select Indicators and Onscre...

Page 251: ... the display does not change back to normal and End appear in red on the screen The memory card is full Replace the memory card or delete some recordings A 79 to free some space on the mem ory card The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value Set 1 q File Numbering to Reset and delete all the movies and photos A 79 on the memory card or initialize it A 43 Even after stopping record...

Page 252: ... Use a different battery pack Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty Consult a Canon Service Cen ter Picture and Sound The screen appears too dark The LCD screen was dimmed Change the 1 q LCD Backlight setting to Normal or Bright Screen displays turn on and off repeatedly The battery pack is exhausted Replace or charge the bat tery pack Remove the batt...

Page 253: ...nt mercury or sodium lamps This is not a malfunction To reduce the symptoms change the 1 p Flicker Reduction setting Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels When recording near loud sounds 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 Adjust the audio recording level manually A 124 The picture is di...

Page 254: ...nnot record on the memory card The memory card is full Delete some recordings A 79 to free some space or replace the memory card Initialize the memory card using the Complete Initialization option A 43 when you use it with the camcorder for the first time A compatible memory card must be used to be able to record movies on a memory card A 35 The folder and file numbers for MP4 movies and photos ha...

Page 255: ...hich you connected the camcorder Select the correct video input Disconnect the optional HTC 100 High Speed HDMI cable and then restore the connection or turn the camcorder off and then on again Video and audio will not be output from the camcorder while Wi Fi functions are in use The computer does not recognize the camcorder even though the camcorder is connected correctly Disconnect the USB cable...

Page 256: ...d other devices you will use Cannot connect with the access point Check that the access point is working correctly The effective communication range between the camcorder and access point may vary depending on the strength of the wireless signal Try using the camcorder closer to the access point Cordless phones microwave ovens refrigerators and other appliances in the line of sight between the acc...

Page 257: ...uter to the access point using a LAN cable Remove any objects between the camcorder and wireless access point that may interfere with the wireless signal Move the camcorder closer to the wireless access point Turn off the wireless functions of other wireless devices other than the computer or similar device being used for playback Switch the wireless access point to IEEE 802 11n Refer to its instr...

Page 258: ...ings using 1 q Reset All will reset the camcorder s SSID network name and change the network passwords Erase the camcorder s previous network settings from the iOS or Android device and connect the device to the camcorder again The Playback via Browser screen does not appear correctly on the Web browser The device operating system or Web browser used may not be supported For the latest information...

Page 259: ... battery display the Canon logo This may be due to using a battery pack 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 battery pack or camcorder Consult a Canon Service Center Cannot convert scenes recorded using interval recording Interval scenes with the icon cannot be converted...

Page 260: ...y card con nected to the computer Cannot play back You may not be able to play back scenes that were recorded with other devices or created or edited on a computer and then transferred to a memory card connected to the com puter There is a problem with the memory card If this message appears often without apparent reason contact a Canon Service Center Cannot play back Check the memory card There i...

Page 261: ...rom scenes recorded or edited using another device and then trans ferred to a memory card connected to the computer There is a problem with the memory card If this message appears often without apparent reason contact a Canon Service Center Cannot record Check the memory card There is a problem with the memory card Save your record ings A 159 and initialize the memory card using the Complete Initi...

Page 262: ...es that were recorded or edited with other devices and then transferred to a memory card connected to the com puter cannot be trimmed with this camcorder Charge the battery pack Battery pack is exhausted Charge the battery pack Check the memory card Cannot access the memory card Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted correctly A memory card error occurred The camcorder cannot record or...

Page 263: ...delete all the MP4 movies and photos A 79 on the mem ory card or initialize it A 43 Initialize only using the camcorder There is a problem with the file system that prevents access ing the memory card Initialize the memory card with this camcorder A 43 LCD Screen has been dimmed Use the LCD Backlight set ting to change the brightness Change the 1 q LCD Backlight setting to Normal or Bright May not...

Page 264: ...amcorder was writing to the memory card Select Yes to try to recover the recordings If you inserted a memory card that contains scenes recorded using another device we rec ommend that you select No Need to recover files from the memory card Change the position of the LOCK switch on the memory card This message will appear the next time you turn on the cam corder if power supply was accidentally in...

Page 265: ...ecording was stopped due to insufficient write speed of the memory card The data transfer rate was too high for the memory card in use and the recording was stopped Replace the memory card with one rated CLASS 4 6 or 10 After repeatedly recording deleting and editing scenes frag mented memory it will take longer to write data on the memory card and recording may stop Save your recordings A 159 and...

Page 266: ...e line Select a number to display the corresponding group of scenes Some scenes could not be deleted Movies that were protected edited with other devices and then transferred to a memory card connected to the com puter cannot be deleted with this camcorder Task in progress Do not disconnect the power source The camcorder is updating the memory card Wait until the operation ends and do not remove t...

Page 267: ...nd movies on the mem ory card to fewer than 2 500 Windows or 1 000 Mac OS If a dialog box appeared on the computer screen close it Disconnect the USB cable and restore the connection after a short while Unable to recognize the data You transferred data to the camcorder recorded using a video configuration that is not supported NTSC Play back the recordings with the device originally used to record...

Page 268: ...and then touch Retry Invalid port number Perform the setting again The port number entered cannot be used In the settings for the Monitor while Out function A 181 change the port number to a port that does not conflict with other devices IP address conflict Change the camcorder s IP address to avoid any conflict with devices connected to the same network Alternatively change the IP address of the ...

Page 269: ...location farther away from such appli ances Make sure that you use the access point s SSID for the cam corder s Wi Fi settings A 208 If the access point is using MAC address filtering enter the camcorder s MAC address in the access point s configura tion screen The access point is not compatible with UPnP An access point compatible with UPnP Universal Plug and Play was not found in the connected n...

Page 270: ... sure to touch OK on the camcorder s screen within 2 minutes of activating the Wi Fi Protected Setup signal on the access point whether by pressing the button or by entering the PIN code Unable to connect Cordless phones microwave ovens refrigerators and other appliances may interfere with the wireless signal Try using the camcorder in a location farther away from such appli ances Unable to connec...

Page 271: ...n an IP address If you are not using a DHCP server connect using the Man ual Setup option and enter the IP address using the Man ual option A 210 Turn on the DHCP server If it is already on make sure it is functioning properly Make sure the address range for the DHCP server is suffi cient Turn on the DNS server If it is already on make sure it is functioning properly Make sure that the DNS server ...

Page 272: ...onfigura tion screen Wi Fi cannot be used while the wireless microphone is attached The camcorder s Wi Fi functions cannot be used while the optional WM V1 Wireless Microphone is connected to the camcorder Disconnect the microphone from the MIC termi nal and turn it off Wi Fi connection terminated Cordless phones microwave ovens refrigerators and other appliances may interfere with the wireless si...

Page 273: ... encryption key The encryption key password is case sensitive so make sure to enter it correctly Wi Fi error Incorrect encryption method Make sure the camcorder and access point are using the same authentication encryption method If the access point is using MAC address filtering enter the camcorder s MAC address in the access point s configura tion screen Wireless communication is not working cor...

Page 274: ...ttings and try setting Camera Web Link again Check network settings An error occurred during authentication with the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server Make sure the date and time set in the camcorder are correct Insufficient space on server You have exceeded the amount of data you can save on the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server Delete some data to free some space Movie must be less than X min You attempted to...

Page 275: ...ry again An error occurred when transferring data with the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server or the server is temporarily down Try connecting the camcorder to the server again If the same error occurs wait a while and try again Unable to connect to the server The camcorder was not able to connect to the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server Connect the access point to which the camcorder is connected to the Interne...

Page 276: ...case of damage and create more free space on the memory card 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 Handle the touch screen with care Do not apply excessive force and do not use ballpoint pens or other hard tipped tools to operate the touch screen This may damage the touch screen s surface Do not allow contact w...

Page 277: ... under direct sunlight or high humidity Do not use the camcorder near strong electromagnetic fields such as above TVs or near plasma TVs Do not use the camcorder s Wi Fi functions inside hospitals medical clinics or onboard aircraft In addition do not use them near medical equipment or sensitive electronic devices as it may affect their performance In the case of pacemakers keep the camcorder at l...

Page 278: ...d or salt If any of the above should get into the camcorder it may damage the camcorder and or the lens Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment Do not disassemble the camcorder If the camcorder does not function properly consult qualified service personnel Handle the camcorder with care Do not subject the cam corder to shocks or vibration as this may cause damage When mounting the camco...

Page 279: ...ake a rest break as necessary Long Term Storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time store it in a place free of dust in low humidity and at temperatures not higher than 30 C Battery Pack DANGER Treat the battery pack with care Keep it away from fire or it might explode Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 C Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car...

Page 280: ...efore storing it Charge and discharge all your battery packs fully at least once a year Memory Card We recommend backing up the recordings on the memory card onto your computer Data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity Canon shall not be liable for lost or corrupted data Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt Do not use memory cards in...

Page 281: ... the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not physically erased When you dispose of the memory card or give it to another person initialize the memory card using the Complete Initialization option A 43 Fill it up with unimportant record ings and then initialize it again using the same option This makes recovering the original recordings very difficult Secure Digital SD memory cards ...

Page 282: ...uilt in lithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder however it will dis charge completely if you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months To recharge the built in lithium battery Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected with the camcorder off The built in lithium battery will be fully charged after about 24 hours ...

Page 283: ...as paint thinner Lens Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non aerosol type blower brush Use a clean soft lens cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens Never use tissue paper LCD Touch Screen Clean the LCD touch screen using a clean soft lens cleaning cloth Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temperature changes suddenly Wipe it with a soft dry cloth ...

Page 284: ...s When the camcorder is left in a humid room When a cold room is heated rapidly To avoid condensation Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in temperature Remove the memory card and battery pack Then place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust gradually to temperature changes before removing it from the bag When condensation is detected The precise time requ...

Page 285: ... recordings on TVs compatible with the PAL SECAM system or 50 Hz digital TV broadcasts These are used in the following regions countries Europe All of Europe and Russia Americas Only in Argentina Brazil Uruguay and French territories French Guiana Guade loupe Martinique etc Asia Most of Asia except in Japan the Philippines South Korea Taiwan and Myanmar Africa All of Africa and African islands Aus...

Page 286: ...compatible with this cam corder but their availability may differ from area to area Select accessories are described in more detail in the following pages NB 12L Battery Pack CB 2LGE Battery Charger CA 110E Compact Power Adapter HTC 100 High Speed HDMI Cable IFC 400PCU USB Cable WM V1 Wireless Microphone ...

Page 287: ...Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended The message Battery communication error is displayed if you use a non genuine Canon battery pack and user response is required Note that Canon shall not be liable for any damages resulting from accidents such as malfunction or fire that occur due to use of non genuine Canon battery packs ...

Page 288: ...288 General Information CB 2LGE Battery Charger You can charge the supplied battery pack using the optional battery charger For details on charging times refer to Charging Times A 298 3 2 2 1 ...

Page 289: ...the other end into a power outlet The indicator lights up in orange When the indicator lights up in green the battery pack is fully charged 3 When the battery pack is fully charged remove the bat tery pack from the battery charger and unplug the bat tery charger This mark identifies genuine Canon video acces sories When you use Canon video equipment we recommend Canon brand accessories or products...

Page 290: ...File system compatible with Exif3 Ver 2 3 Image compression JPEG 1 Compatible with AVCHD ver 2 0 specifications 2 Linear PCM is available only when the video quality is 24 Mbps 3 This camcorder supports Exif 2 3 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 ...

Page 291: ...High Capacity or SDXC SD eXtended Capacity memory card not included Maximum Recording Time Commercially available 16 GB memory card 24 Mbps 1 hr 25 min 17 Mbps 2 hr 5 min 4 Mbps 8 hr 40 min Commercially available 32 GB memory card 24 Mbps 2 hr 55 min 17 Mbps 4 hr 10 min 4 Mbps 17 hr 20 min ...

Page 292: ...0 000 pixels photos Effective pixels close up 1 330 000 pixels AVCHD movies when Image stabilizer is On 2 070 000 pixels AVCHD movies when Image stabilizer is Off 2 070 000 pixels MP4 movies 2 760 000 pixels photos LCD Touch Screen 6 8 cm 2 7 in TFT color 230 000 dots capacitive touch screen operation 100 coverage Microphone Stereo electret condenser microphone ...

Page 293: ...35 0 mm AVCHD movies when Image stabilizer is Off 35 0 mm MP4 movies 32 1 mm photos Lens Configuration 6 elements in 5 groups 1 double sided aspheric element Focusing Distance Deep focus 0 4 m to infinity White Balance Auto white balance Custom white balance or Preset white balance settings Daylight Tungsten Minimum Illumination 8 lx Programmed AE shooting mode Shutter speed at 1 25 Recommended Il...

Page 294: ...xels 640x480 pixels Photos captured from movies 1920x1080 pixels Terminals USB Terminal mini B Hi Speed USB output only HDMI Terminal HDMI Mini Connector output only MIC Terminal 3 5 mm stereo minijack 64 dBV with 600 Ω microphone 5 kΩ or more headphones terminal 3 5 mm minijack stereo output Wi Fi Standard Complies with the IEEE 802 11b g n protocol Wi Fi Protected Setup connection methods WPS bu...

Page 295: ...mpact power adapter Power consumption 17 Mbps video quality normal brightness AVCHD movies 2 4 W MP4 movies 2 2 W Operating temperature 0 40 C Dimensions W x H x D excluding the wrist strap 82 x 30 x 109 mm Weight camcorder body only 205 g NB 12L Battery Pack Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery Rated voltage 3 6 V DC Operating temperature 0 40 C ...

Page 296: ... AC 50 60 Hz Rated output consumption 5 3 V DC 1 5 A 17 VA 100 V 23 VA 240 V Operating temperature 0 40 C Dimensions 49 x 27 x 79 mm Weight 110 g Weight and dimensions are approximate Errors and omissions excepted The information in this manual is verified as of April 2015 Speci fications and outer appearance are subject to change without previous notice ...

Page 297: ... a separate scene Approximate number of photos available on a 4 GB memory card The numbers given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording conditions and the subject Memory card Video quality Resolution 24 Mbps 1920x1080 17 Mbps 1920x1080 4 Mbps1 1280x720 8 GB 40 min 1 hr 4 hr 20 min 16 GB 1 hr 25 min 2 hr 5 min 8 hr 40 min 32 GB 2 hr 55 min 4 hr 10 min 17 hr 20 min 2 ...

Page 298: ...e following table are approximate and vary according to video quality and charging recording or playback conditions The effective usage time of the battery pack may decrease when recording in cold surround ings when using the brighter screen settings etc Photo size Number of photos 4000x3000 750 n 1920x1440 3 200 640x480 23 500 Charging conditions Charging time Using the camcorder 240 min Using th...

Page 299: ...ations such as start stop and power on off Video quality Recording maximum Recording typical Playback 24 Mbps 165 min 95 min 225 min 17 Mbps 165 min 95 min 225 min Video quality Recording maximum Recording typical Playback 24 Mbps 180 min 100 min 230 min 17 Mbps 180 min 100 min 225 min 4 Mbps 190 min 110 min 240 min ...

Page 300: ...Auto rotate 226 Automatic backlight correction 223 B Battery pack Charging 30 Remaining charge indicator 244 Beach shooting mode 93 Built in backup battery 282 C CameraAccess plus 178 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 193 Capturing photos video snapshot scenes from a movie 147 Car shooting mode 93 Cinema look filters 156 Close up 59 Condensation 284 Connections to external devices 152 ...

Page 301: ...k 191 Fast motion 101 Field of view 59 File numbering 233 Flicker reduction 224 Folder name 233 Food and Fashion shooting mode 93 H HDMI terminal 151 152 Headphones 137 Home menu 47 219 I Image rotation flipping 113 Image stabilizer 224 Initializing a memory card 43 Interval recording 97 L LCD brightness 232 LCD touch screen 45 Linear PCM 90 Low cut filter 132 M Macro shooting mode 93 Magnified pl...

Page 302: ...N Night scene shooting mode 93 Notification sounds 229 O Onscreen icons 236 Orientation detection 113 Other Settings menus 50 222 P P Programmed AE shooting mode 93 Photo review time 225 Photo size 92 Playback Movies 67 Photos 75 Power saving 61 Pre recording 105 R Recording Movies 57 Photos 62 Remote Browse 188 Remote Control Streaming 178 Repeat playback 72 Resetting all camcorder settings 235 S...

Page 303: ...ports shooting mode 93 T Time zone DST 42 Touch AE 143 Touch screen operations 45 Trimming scenes 85 Tripod 278 Troubleshooting 246 Turning off notification sounds 229 U Ultra wide angle 59 Uploading movies 191 193 USB terminal 151 153 V Video quality 90 Video snapshot 104 147 Volume 69 W White balance 139 Wi Fi functions 170 Wind screen 126 Y YouTube 193 ...

Page 304: ...Pty Ltd Tel 13 13 83 within Australia only 61 02 9805 2555 www canon com au NEW ZEALAND Canon New Zealand Ltd Tel 0800 222 666 within New Zealand only 64 09 489 0300 www canon co nz SINGAPORE Canon Singapore Pte Ltd 1 HarbourFront Avenue 04 01 Keppel Bay Tower Singapore 098632 Tel 65 6799 8888 Fax 65 6799 8882 HONG KONG S A R Canon Hongkong Company Ltd 19 F The Metropolis Tower 10 Metropolis Drive...

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