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10 Table of contents Introduction6 Exciting Features and New Functions14 About this Manual16 Getting to Know the Camcorder16 Supplied Accessories a
100 Video2 Activate face detection.To select the main subjectIf there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will auto-matically sele
Video 101Touch & TrackWhen recording a group of people using face detection, the camcorder will automatically detect one person as the main subj
102 VideoFadersThe camcorder offers two professional looking transition effects to fade-in or fade-out scenes. You have the option to activate the f
Video 103Manual Exposure AdjustmentAt times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or sub-jects under very strong lights may appear to
104 VideoNOTES• If the recording program is changed during exposure lock, the cam-corder will return to automatic exposure.• When shooting subjects
Video 1052 Touch a subject that appears inside the < frame.• The Touch AF mark (I) will flash and the focusing distance will be adjusted automati
106 VideoTele MacroUsing tele macro, the camcorder can focus at a shorter distance (up to 50 cm (1.6 ft.) from the subject at full telephoto), allow
Video 107White BalanceThe white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects
108 VideoNOTES• When you select the custom white balance:- Set [Zoom Type] (A 50) to [ Optical].- Reset the white balance when you change locations
Video 109NOTES• Once the countdown has begun, any of the following actions will cancel the self timer.- Pressing Y, when recording movies.- Touching
Table of contents 11 AUTO Mode44 Basic Recording44 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in AUTO Mode46 About the Smart AUTO function48 Intelligent IS49
110 Video2 Touch and hold [Ï] or [Ð] to adjust the audio recording level as necessary.As a guideline, adjust the audio recording level so that the a
Video 111Using HeadphonesUse headphones for playback or to check the audio level while record-ing. The headphones are connected to the AV OUT/× term
112 VideoTo adjust the volume during playbackIn mode, and in mode during slideshow playback, adjust the headphones volume the same way you adjus
Video 113Using Commercially Available MicrophonesYou can also use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You can
114 Video3 Activate the audio mix.4 Adjust the audio mix balance as necessary.Touch [INT] (more of the sound from the built-in microphone) or [EXT]
Video 115NOTES• A video snapshot scene can be captured only during playback; it can-not be captured during playback pause mode.• The captured video
116 VideoNOTES• 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
Video 117NOTES• When advancing/reversing frames while dividing the scenes, the interval between frames is about 0.5 seconds.• If the scene cannot be
118 PhotosPhotosRefer to this chapter for details on viewing photos and other photo-related operations.Viewing PhotosOperating modes:1Press T.2 Open
Photos 1194 Touch the photo you wish to view.• The photo is displayed in single photo view. • Drag your finger left/right to browse through the phot
12 Table of contents101 Touch & Track102 Faders103 Manual Exposure Adjustment104 Manual Focus Adjustment106 Tele Macro107 White Balance108 Self
120 PhotosIMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data
Photos 121Deleting Photos from the Index Screen1 Open the [ Photos] index screen. 2 Delete the photos.* When you select [Select], perform the follow
122 PhotosSlideshowYou can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music.Operating modes:1 Open the [ Photos] index screen.2 Select th
External Connections 123External ConnectionsThis chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer
124 External ConnectionsConnection DiagramsIn the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right si
External Connections 125Connection "Composite VideoType: Analog Quality: Standard definition Output onlyConnect to a standard TV or a VCR w
126 External ConnectionsNOTES• Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter and only then connect it to the computer using the supplied USB c
External Connections 127Playback on a TV ScreenConnect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV u
128 External ConnectionsSaving and Sharing Your Recordings&/% Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory CardYou can copy your recordings from the bu
External Connections 129OptionsCopying Scenes from a Story by RatingOperating modes:1 Open the gallery and bring the desired story to the front.• Ch
Table of contents 13 &/% Wi-Fi Functions149 Introduction to Wi-Fi151 Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network156 Transferring Files to a Computer or FTP S
130 External Connections3 Copy the photo.4 Drag your finger left/right to select another photo to copy or touch [X]. Copying Photos from the Index S
External Connections 131IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in pe
132 External ConnectionsSaving AVCHD Movies (Windows only)With the supplied software VideoBrowser (&/% only) or Transfer Utility (' only),
External Connections 133Saving MP4 Movies and Photos (Windows/Mac OS)With the supplied software ImageBrowser EX you can save MP4 movies and photos t
134 External Connections6 Follow the onscreen instructions.For Windows users, the User Account Control window appears, follow the instructions to co
External Connections 135IMPORTANT• When the camcorder is connected to a computer: - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the mem
136 External Connections• If you connect the camcorder to the computer while it is set to mode, the process of creating scene thumbnails will star
External Connections 137• After selecting the memory, you can check the name of the folder that will be created on the hard drive. Every memory save
138 External ConnectionsPlaying Back Previously Saved Recordings from the External Hard Drive1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.2
External Connections 1394 Safely end the connection to the external hard drive before physically disconnecting it.• Be careful when deleting recordi
14 IntroductionAbout this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300. Please read this manual carefully be
140 External ConnectionsIMPORTANT• Initializing the external hard drive will permanently erase all the data on the hard drive (including your record
External Connections 141In Standard DefinitionYou can copy your movies by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video recorder with analog
142 External Connections&/% Uploading AVCHD Movies to the WebIn order to share your AVCHD movies on YouTube and Facebook, you need to convert th
External Connections 1435 Review the conversion settings and touch [Next].• If a copyright notice appears, read it carefully and touch [OK] if you a
144 External ConnectionsTo automatically divide scenes (step 5)If you are converting a long scene, you can have the camcorder divide it into 10-minu
External Connections 145Connecting to the Computer and Uploading your VideosOperating modes:1 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the suppli
146 External ConnectionsUploading your Videos Using an Eye-Fi CardIf you are using an Eye-Fi card, you can automatically upload movies to your favor
External Connections 147• Do not use Eye-Fi cards on airplanes and in other places where wireless communication is forbidden. Remove the Eye-Fi card
148 External ConnectionsUploading MP4 Movies and Photos to the WebWith the supplied software ImageBrowser EX, you can upload your MP4 movies to YouT
Wi-Fi Functions 149Wi-Fi FunctionsThis chapter contains information about how to operate the Wi-Fi functions of your camcorder, starting with the Wi
Introduction 15Self TimerOperating modes:* For movies only.1Press .2 Activate the self timer.• < will appear on the screen.• Repeat, selecting [j
150 Wi-Fi FunctionsNOTES• While using Wi-Fi functions, the camcorder’s automatic power off func-tion will be disabled.Wi-Fi connection Ad hoc modeCo
Wi-Fi Functions 151Connecting to a Wi-Fi NetworkWirelessly connecting to a Wi-Fi network via an access point (wireless router) is commonly referred
152 Wi-Fi FunctionsOperating modes:Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)To use WPS to make a connection using infra-structure mode, make sure your wireless ro
Wi-Fi Functions 1534 Within 2 minutes, touch [OK] on the camcorder's screen.You can touch [Stop] and then [OK] to interrupt the Wi-Fi Protected
154 Wi-Fi FunctionsTo enter text for the various settings, use the virtual keyboard (A 88).POINTS TO CHECK• You may need to know in advance the encr
Wi-Fi Functions 1555 Touch [Automatic] to automatically obtain an IP address.• To assign the IP address manually, touch [Manual] and perform the pro
156 Wi-Fi FunctionsTransferring Files to a Computer or FTP ServerYou can wirelessly transfer recordings directly to a computer running the supplied
Wi-Fi Functions 157File Transfer Destination Setup for Windows Computers1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter.2 Set the camcorder to
158 Wi-Fi Functions3 Enter the details of the FTP server.* An interface similar to the virtual keyboard for text fields (A 88) will appear except it
Wi-Fi Functions 159IMPORTANT• Do not open the memory card slot cover during wireless transfer.• Observe the following precautions when transferring
16 IntroductionGetti ng to Know the Ca mcorde rSupplied Accessories and CD-ROMsThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:* CA-110E
160 Wi-Fi FunctionsUploading Recordings to YouTube and FacebookYou can upload movies to YouTube and movies and photos to Face-book using the supplie
Wi-Fi Functions 1613 If you are uploading to YouTube, read the YouTube agreement carefully and touch [I Agree] if you agree.4 Touch the desired conn
162 Wi-Fi FunctionsOperating modes:Setting Up a Wi-Fi Connection (Ad hoc Mode)1 Set the camcorder to playback mode and then press .2 Set up a new c
Wi-Fi Functions 163NOTES• If you attempt to test the settings and the camcorder is able to send a Wi-Fi signal, then a message will be displayed ind
164 Wi-Fi FunctionsNOTES• Depending on the wireless router's settings and capability, it can take some time to upload video files.• The procedu
Wi-Fi Functions 1652 Camcorder: Touch [ Wi-Fi] and then touch [DLNA Media Server].• If the memory card slot cover is open, the option will not be a
166 Wi-Fi FunctionsNOTES• Playback may not appear smooth depending on the wireless router's settings and capability. In such case, try the foll
Wi-Fi Functions 167GlossaryThis is a glossary of some of the basic terms used frequently in this chapter. The documentation for your wireless router
168 Additional InformationAdditional InformationThis chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen mes-sages, handling and maintenance tips, and o
Additional Information 1691The default setting is on in mode and off in other camera modes.2Some options are available only when recording a story
Introduction 17The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:• PIXELA CD-ROM- &/% You can use VideoBrowser for managing, ed
170 Additional Information[Edit] Panel - ModeControl Button[ Movies] Index Screen[ Movies]Index Screen[zSD Movies] Index ScreenPlayback PauseA&
Additional Information 171In the gallery:* Operation not available for the two preexisting stories, [Unsorted] and [Video Snap-shot].[Edit] Panel -
172 Additional Information[ Other Settings] MenusWhen the camcorder is in mode, you will not be able to access the p menu.p Camera Setup* Option
Additional Information 173[Focus Assistance]: When focus assistance is activated, the image at the center of the screen is magnified to help you foc
174 Additional Informations / Playback Setup* Option available only for AVCHD movies.[Data Code]: Displays the date and/or time when the scene or
Additional Information 175r Recording & Connections SetupMenu item Setting optionsy A&/%[Rec Media for Movies][&] (built-in memory), [*]
176 Additional Information1Option not available in mode.2Option available only for AVCHD movies.3This is the only option available when an externa
Additional Information 177• If the memory card you insert already contains a file with a larger num-ber, a new file will be assigned a number one hi
178 Additional Information[Custom Control Button]1[Rec. Programs], [Ä White Balance], [< Focus], [y Exposure], [Ç Powered IS], [Zoom], [Zoom Type
Additional Information 1791Option not available in mode.2Option available only after connecting an external hard drive to the camcorder.3Option av
18 IntroductionNames of Parts1 U (camera/play) button (A 33)2 HOME button (A 27)3 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (A 72)4 ACCESS indicator (A 44)
180 Additional Information[Notification Sounds]: A beep will accompany some operations like turn-ing on the camcorder, the self-timer countdown, etc
Additional Information 181• If set to [i On], when the camcorder is connected to a compatible HDTV using the supplied HDMI cable, the video input on
182 Additional InformationAppendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies (using Story Creator)1 Control button [FUNC.]: Open the [ Main Func
Additional Information 183Recording Movies Manual mode Cinema modeAh Recording program (A 95)Aj Manual exposure (A 103)Ak Manual focus (A 104)Al Fa
184 Additional Information Playing Movies (during playback)AVCHD movies:MP4 movies:Dk Eye-Fi wireless communication (A 146)Dl Scene numberFq Playbac
Additional Information 185 Viewing PhotosFg Control button [Edit]: Open the Edit panel (A 171)Fh Current photo / Total number of photosFj Control bu
186 Additional Information7 Memory operationÜRecord, ÛRecord pause, ÐPlayback, ÝPlayback pause, ×Fast playback, ØFast reverse playback, ÕSlow playba
Additional Information 187Trou b le?TroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Some-times what you think is a
188 Additional Information- Charge the battery pack in temperatures between approximately 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and 104 °F).- The battery pack is fa
Additional Information 189Cannot record a photo while recording movies.- You cannot take photos in mode, while the digital zoom is activated (A 49
Introduction 19Aj Speaker (A 55)Ak Zoom lever (A 49)Al LCD touch screen (A 24, 26)Sq POWER buttonSa ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:Green – OnOrange
190 Additional InformationCannot divide scenes- You cannot divide scenes recorded or edited using another device. Also, you cannot divide scenes tha
Additional Information 191‹ appears on the screen- The LOCK switch on the Eye-Fi card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the position of t
192 Additional InformationMemory Card and AccessoriesCannot insert the memory card.- The memory card was not facing the correct direction. Turn the
Additional Information 193The camcorder is connected using the supplied HDMI cable, but there is no picture or sound from the HDTV.- Disconnect the
194 Additional InformationCannot play back a movie on a DLNA-compatible device in AVCHD.- Some DLNA-compatible devices may play back movies in stand
Additional Information 195&/% Built-in memory is full- The built-in memory is full (“& End” appears on the screen). Delete some recordings (
196 Additional InformationCannot load canvas- The canvas file that was saved on the memory is corrupted. - Canvas data cannot be read from canvas fi
Additional Information 197&/% Cannot record movies in the built-in memory Initialize only using the camcorder- The camcorder's built-in m
198 Additional InformationDo not disconnect the power source. Do not disconnect the USB cable unless you first use the computer to safely end the
Additional Information 199Memory card writing error Attempt to recover the data?- This message will appear the next time you turn on the camcorder
2 IntroductionImportant Usage InstructionsWARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.COPYRIG
20 PreparationsPreparationsThis chapter describes basic operations, such as using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to
200 Additional InformationSelect the desired scene number- A number of scenes have the same recording date but different file control information. T
Additional Information 201&/% List of Messages for Connecting to an External Hard Drive&/% List of Messages for Wi-Fi FunctionsUnable to rec
202 Additional InformationCannot connect to FTP server- Make sure that the camcorder and FTP server have the same IP address configured.- This messa
Additional Information 203No access points found- Cordless phones, microwave ovens, refrigerators and other appliances may interfere with the wirele
204 Additional InformationUnable to obtain an IP address- If you are not using a DHCP server, configure the camcorder’s Wi-Fi settings manually or o
Additional Information 205Do’s an d Don ’tsHandling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum per-formance.
206 Additional Information • Do not use or store the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. The cam-corder is not waterproof – avoid also water, mud or
Additional Information 207Battery Pack• Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the terminals with
208 Additional Information • Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity and high temperature.• Do not disassemble, bend, drop, or
Additional Information 209Maintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated
Preparations 214 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off.• If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when y
210 Additional Information To avoid condensation • Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extreme changes in tem-perature.• Remove the memory card
Additional Information 211General InformationAccessories*Supplied with the camcorder; not available as an optional accessory.**&/% only. (Availa
212 Additional Information Optional AccessoriesCall or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accesso-ries. You can also obtain ge
Additional Information 213Charging, Recording and Playback TimesThe charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according t
214 Additional Information Recording AVCHD movies using a memory card* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop,
Additional Information 2156 WM-V1 Wireless MicrophoneReliably record rich sound even when shooting subjects at a distance. The transmitter is conven
216 Additional Information SpecificationsVIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 — Values given are approximate figures.System• Recording Syst
Additional Information 217• Image Sensor 1/4.85-inch CMOS, 3,280,000 pixelsEffective pixels: 2,070,000 pixels (1920 x 1080)When advanced zoom is o
218 Additional Information • MIC Terminal∅ 3.5 mm stereo minijack–64 dBV (with 600 Ω microphone) / 5 kΩ or moreWi-Fi (&/% only)• Standard: Compl
Additional Information 219About the music filesThe specifications of the music files compatible with the camcorder are as follows.Audio encoding: Li
22 Preparations• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not con-nect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for
220 Additional InformationIndex3D Flip View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57AAbroad, using the camcorder . . . . 210Aspect ratio of a connecte
Additional Information 221LCD touch screen . . . . . . . . . . 24, 26Low light (recording program) . . . . 96MMain Functions panel . . . . . .
222 Additional InformationVVideo snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55WWhite balance . . . .
223CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATESThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc.
224 LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA STORED ON THE EQUIPMENT’S HARD DRIVE, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL,
225CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with r
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Preparations 23Using the Grip BeltFasten the grip belt.Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Y b
24 PreparationsOpening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen Before you start recording, open the lens cover.Move the lens cover switch down t
Preparations 25NOTES• About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-pre-cision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% o
26 PreparationsBasic Operation of the CamcorderUsing the Touch ScreenThe control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynam
Preparations 27Using the MenusMany of the camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the [ Main Functions] panel and [ Other Settings] menus i
28 Preparations• [ Camera Mode] - From the [ Camera Mode] menu, you will be able to change whether you record movies in mode (camcorder automatica
Preparations 29You may need to drag your finger up and down along the scroll bar or touch [ ] and [ ] to find the control button of the desired func
3FCC/IC NOTICEHD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 systemsThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subje
30 Preparations[Other Settings] MenusOperating modes:* In mode, access to functions is limited.1 Press to open the HOME menu.2 Touch [ Other Se
Preparations 31Operating ModesRecordingWhen recording, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the [ Camera Mode] and [ Recording Sta
32 PreparationsNOTES• You can adjust the video quality using the r > [Recording Mode] setting.• Some portable devices may not be able to play bac
Preparations 33PlaybackPress the camera/play button T to switch the camcorder between camera (recording) mode and playback mode. You can press T whe
34 PreparationsFirst Time SettingsSetting the Date and TimeYou will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. Th
Preparations 35Changing the LanguageThe default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 27 languages.Operating modes:1Press .
36 PreparationsChanging the Time ZoneChange the time zone to match your location. The default setting is New York.Operating modes:1Press .2 Open the
Preparations 37Using a Memory CardMemory Cards Compatible for Use with the CamcorderYou can use the following types of commercially available Secure
38 PreparationsSDXC Memory CardsYou can use SDXC memory cards with this camcorder. When using memory cards with other devices, such as digital recor
Preparations 39Inserting and Removing a Memory CardMake sure to initialize (A 42) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder.1 Turn off
4 In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 and all its accessor
40 PreparationsIMPORTANT• Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction ca
Preparations 41&/% Relay RecordingYou can activate the relay recording so if the built-in memory becomes full while recording movies, the record
42 PreparationsInitializing the MemoryInitialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time. You can also initialize a me
Preparations 43IMPORTANT• Initializing the memory will permanently erase all recordings. Lost origi-nal recordings cannot be recovered. Make sure yo
44 AUTO ModeAUTO ModeThis chapter covers how to easily record video and photos in mode, and how to use basic shooting functions like zoom and Quick
AUTO Mode 451Press P to turn on the camcorder.• &/% By default, movies and photos are recorded in the built-in memory. You can select the memory
46 AUTO ModeTo take photosTouch [PHOTO].• You can record photos simultaneously while recording a movie.• A green icon ( ) will appear momentarily on
AUTO Mode 47Smart AUTO icons * The icon in parentheses appears under backlight conditions.Background →(color of the icon)Bright*(gray)Blue skies*(l
48 AUTO ModeIMPORTANT• To protect the lens, keep the lens cover closed when you are not recording movies and when you are not using the camcorder.•
AUTO Mode 49• When recording in bright places, it may be difficult to use the LCD screen. In such cases, you can adjust the LCD backlight with the q
5Trademark Acknowledgements• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of
50 AUTO Mode Using the Touch Screen’s Zoom Controls 1 Display the zoom controls on the touch screen. • The zoom controls appear on the left side of
AUTO Mode 51OptionsNOTES• Keep at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) away from the subject. At full wide angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm (0.39 i
52 AUTO Mode1 With the camcorder on and in a recording mode, close the LCD panel.A beep will sound and the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will change
Video 53VideoThis chapter covers functions related to movies, including play-back, advanced shooting, using Story Creator and other advanced functio
54 Video3 Look for the scene you want to play back. Move the zoom lever toward T to show 15 scenes per page; move it toward S to show 6 scenes per p
Video 55During playback:Adjusting the volume for AVCHD movies1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls.2Touch [Ý], drag y
56 VideoAdjusting the volume for MP4 movies1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls.2 Drag your finger across the volume
Video 573D Flip ViewOperating modes:Touch [ ] in the [ Movies] index screen to switch to 3D Flip View. This fun way of displaying scenes grouped by
58 VideoThe [Index Selection] Screen: Selecting the Content to Play BackFrom the [G Index Selection] screen you can select the content you want to p
Video 59OptionsNOTES• &/% Fast/slow playback modes are not available for scenes converted to standard definition. Scenes in the [SD Movies] inde
6 Exciting Features and New Functions&/% Wi-Fi Functions (A 149)Story Creator (A 67)Enjoy the freedom of Wi-Fi functions by making your camcorder
60 VideoDeleting Scenes and StoriesYou can delete those scenes and stories that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting scenes allows you also t
Video 61To select individual scenes1 Touch on the individual scenes you want to delete.• A checkmark ! will appear on the scenes you touch. The tota
62 VideoDeleting Scenes from a Story by RatingOperating modes:1 Open the information screen of the story that contains the scenes you want to delete
Video 63Deleting StoriesOperating modes:Deleting a story permanently deletes all the scenes it contains. The two preexisting stories, [Unsorted] and
64 VideoNOTES• To delete all movies and make all recordable space available again you may prefer to initialize the memory (A 42).Selecting the Playb
Video 65To change the interval between frames! Touch twice to return to the index screen." Previous/next scene.# Drag your finger left along th
66 VideoOnscreen Displays and Data CodeWith every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code. For AVCHD movies, the data code includes
Video 67Video Stories and Cinema StyleUsing Story Creator to Create Compelling StoriesStory Creator is a helpful function that offers suggestions fo
68 Video6Touch [OK].• A new story will be created and the camcorder will enter record pause mode. The selected story scene category will appear at t
Video 69To exit Story Creator mode1Press .2 Touch [ Recording Standard] and then select a different recording standard.NOTES• When recording video
7Smart AUTO (A 46)Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you want to shoot. You get spectacular recordings every time wi
70 VideoCinema Mode and Cinema-Look FiltersIn (cinema) mode, the camcorder will adjust the frame rate and several other picture-related settings t
Video 71Options ( Default value)The camcorder offers 7 cinema-look filters. Select the desired filter while previewing the effect on the screen.NOT
72 VideoVideo SnapshotRecord a series of short scenes. Then, play back your video snapshot scenes set to your favorite music (A 82) to create your o
Video 73Decoration: Adding a Personal TouchAdd a new level of enjoyment to your scenes by decorating them. You can add animated graphics, stamps and
74 Video! Canvas - The area where you will draw and see your decorations in action." Toolbar.# [Ó Pens and Stamps] Select the type of pen or st
Video 75To use [Pens and Stamps]1Touch [Ó].The [Pens and Stamps] screen will appear.2 Select the desired pen or stamp from [Tools].3 Select white or
76 VideoTo use [Captions]1Touch [Ø]. The [Captions] screen will appear.2 Touch [Date] or [Time].When recording a scene using Story Creator, you can
Video 77To use the Chroma Key function1 Open the [Select Image] screen of the image mix function (A 76).2 Touch [+] or [-] to select the image you c
78 VideoDecorating Scenes during PlaybackOperating modes:1 From the [ Movies] index screen or gallery, play back the scene you want to decorate.2 T
Video 79Playing Back Stories from the GalleryYou can play back recordings made using Story Creator to play them back as a single compelling video st
8 Enjoying Your Recordings on Other DevicesMPEG-2AVCHDMP4Eye-FiConnect the camcorder to an HDTV (A 127)Use an Eye-Fi card (A 146) to wirelessly uploa
80 Video3 Select the rating of the scenes you want to play back.4 Touch the story’s thumbnail to start the playback.• The complete story will be pla
Video 81Rating ScenesYou can rate story scenes immediately after recording them or during playback. You can then select multiple scenes with the sam
82 Video2 Open the list of scenes of the story that contains the scenes you want to rate.3 In the [Scene List] screen, drag your finger up/down to s
Video 83The supplied VIXIA CD-ROM contains 3 music tracks you can use as background music. &/%: The music files come pre-installed in the built-
84 Video5 Adjust the mix balance between the original sound and the background music. Touch [y] (more of the original sound) or [Û] (more of the bac
Video 85NOTES• Initializing a memory card will permanently erase any music files you may have transferred to the card. (&/% The music files that
86 Video4 Select the destination.Drag your finger right/left to select the desired story and touch its thumbnail. Then, drag your finger up/down to
Video 873 Open the [Story Thumbnail] screen. 4 Locate the frame you want to use as the story’s thumbnail.Playback controls will appear on the screen
88 VideoNOTES• We recommend using the supplied stylus pen to enter characters.• &/% When you import files with the supplied software VideoBrowse
Video 89Advanced FunctionsRecording in Manual ModeWhen the camcorder is set to mode, you can enjoy full access to the menus and manually adjust th
9&/% Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi FunctionsLAN cablePlay video wirelessly directly from the memory on AVCHD- and DL
90 VideoIMPORTANT• To protect the lens, keep the lens cover closed when you are not recording movies and when you are not using the camcorder.• Obse
Video 91NOTES• For MP4 movies, you cannot review the last movie recorded if, after you recorded the movie, you performed another operation such as o
92 VideoNOTES• Movies recorded in MXP mode cannot be saved on AVCHD discs. Use an external Blu-ray Disc recorder to copy MXP movies onto Blu-ray dis
Video 93Approximate recording times Default valueAVCHD movies in MXP mode are recorded in 1,920 x 1,080 resolution. AVCHD movies recorded using oth
94 VideoSelecting the Frame RateYou can change the frame rate (the number of frames recorded per second) to change the look of your movies.Operating
Video 95Special Scene Recording Programs and Programmed AERecording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a firewo
96 VideoNOTES•[ú SCN: Portrait]/[û SCN: Sports]/[ý SCN: Snow]/[þ SCN: Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback.•[ú SCN: Portrait]:
Video 97•[Š SCN: Fireworks]:- To avoid camcorder blur (blur due to the camcorder moving) we recommend using a tripod.Advanced Image StabilizationThe
98 VideoNOTES• If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate.• [ Dynamic] is available onl
Video 992Press Y. The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before Y was pressed.NOTES• The camcorder will not record the full 3 seconds
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