Canon VIXIA HF R40 Instruction Manual

VIXIA HF R40/HF R42 Using Remote Browse

With the Remote Browse function, you can use the Web browser on your iOS device, Android
smartphone, computer or similar device to show a list of recordings in the camcorder, play
them back and even download them.
This conveniently allows you to view your recordings while you are out.
NOTE
Depending on the device, OS, browser, movie format and video quality, you may not be able to
play back or download recordings.
The procedure for using the Remote Browse function is explained below.
1. Turn on the camcorder.
2. Press < > to set the camcorder to Playback mode.
3. Touch [ ].

4. Camcorder: From any movie index screen, set the camcorder to connect with the
smartphone.
Drag your finger left/right to bring the [Wi-Fi] menu to the center, and then touch the
icon to open it.
5. Drag your finger up/down to bring [Playback via Browser] to the center, and then
touch [OK]

The camcorder's SSID (network name) and password will appear.
The camcorder will be ready to connect with the smartphone.
6. Smartphone/Computer: Activate Wi-Fi in the settings screen.

The network names of detected access points will appear.
7. Smartphone: Touch the access point with the same SSID as that of the one from step 4.