Canon Vixia HV40 User manual

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Important Usage Instructions
WARNING!
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING!
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording
of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of
copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
HD Camcorder, VIXIA HV40 Asystems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class Bdigital device, pursuant to
Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and use
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radiolTV technician for help.
Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class Blimits in Subpart Bof Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified
in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. [phone]
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY
INSERT.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily
operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.
CAUTION:
•Danger
of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type
of batteries.
•Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of acar under
direct sunlight, fire, etc.

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Important Warning
CAUTION
RiSK OF EL.ECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, •
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute arisk
of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence
of importantoperating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the product. -
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word "product"
refers
to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HV40 A
and all its accessories.
1Read these instructions.
2Keep these instructions.
3Heed all warnings.
4Follow all instructions.
5Do not use this apparatus near water.
6Clean only with dry cloth.
7Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
8Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. Agrounding type plug
has two blades and athird grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. Ifthe provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
9Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
10 Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
11 Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms
or when unused for long periods of
time.
12 Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled orobjects
have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
13 Read Instructions -All the safety and
operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.
14 Retain Instructions -The safety and
operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
15 Heed Warnings -All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
16 Follow Instructions -All operating and
maintenance instructions should be
followed..
17 Cleaning -Unplug this product from the
wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product
should be cleaned only as recommended
in this manual.
18 Accessories -Do not use accessories not
recommended
in this manual as they may
be hazardous.
19 Avoid magnetic or electric fields -Do not
use the camera close to TV transmitters,
portable communication devices or other
sources of electric or magnetic radiation.
They may cause picture interference, or
permanently damage the camera.
20 Water and Moisture -Hazard of electric
shock -Do not use this product near
water
or in rainy/moist situations.
21 Placing or Moving -Do
not place on
an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket
or table. The product may
fall, causing serious injury
to achild or adult, and
serious damage to the
product.
Aproduct and cart combination should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
22 Power Sources -The CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter should be operated only
from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. Ifyou are not sure of the
type
of power supply to your home, consult
your product dealer
or local power
company. Regarding other power sources
such as battery power, refer to instructions
in this manual.
23 Polarization -The CA-570 Compact
Power Adapter
is equipped with a
polarized 2-prong plug
(a plug having one
blade wider than the other). The 2-prong
polarized plug will fit into the power outlet
only one way. This
is asafety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, try reversing the plug. Ifthe plug
still fails to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat
the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.

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26 Lightning -For added protection of this
product during alightning storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for long
periods
of time, disconnect it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will
prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
27 Overloading -Do not overload wall outlets
and extension cords as this can result
in a
risk
of fire or electric shock.
28 Objects and Liquid Entry -Never push
objects
of any kind into this product
through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points
or short out parts
that could result
in afire or electric shock.
Be careful not to spill liquid
of any kind onto
the product.
24 Power Cord Protection -Power cords
should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on
or pinched by items placed
upon or against them. Pay particular
attention to plugs and the point from which
the cords exit the product.
25 Outdoor Antenna Grounding -If an
outside antenna is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna is grounded
so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810
of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI /NFPA No.
70-1984,
provides information with respect to proper
grounding
of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding
of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit, size
of
grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See figure
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29 Servicing -Do not attempt to service this
product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage
or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
30 Damage Requiring Service -Disconnect
this product from the wall outlet and all
power sources including battery, and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or
objects have fallen into, the product.
c. Ifthe product has been exposed to rain
or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally
even if you follow the operating
instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operation instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls
may result
in damage and will often
require extensive work by aqualified
technician to restore the product to its
normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the product exhibits adistinct
change in performance. This indicates a
need for service.
31 Replacement Parts -When replacement
parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts that
are specified by Canon or that have the
same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result
in
fire, electric shock or other hazards.
32 Safety Check -Upon completion of any
service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the product is
in safe
operating order.
33 Heat -The product should be situated
away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves,
or other products
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD
IN
WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE
UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS
PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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NEC -NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
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When replacement ofthe power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest
Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-570.

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The Adapter can be used with apower supply between 100 and 240 VAC. For areas where
120 V
At power is not used, you will need aspecial plug adapter. Contact your nearest Canon
Service Center for further information.
IThis Class Bdigitalapparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Ill.> Enjoying High-Definition Video
•Preserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery or
cherished moments spent with family and friends, with high-definition video
recordings
of aquality second only to actually being there. •
What is High-Definition Video?
High-definition video (HDV) allows you to record
video
of unparalleled high quality on regular
miniDV tapes.
HDV is composed of 1,080
horizontal lines
-that is more than twice the
number
of horizontal lines and approximately 4
times the number
of pixels in standard-definition
TV broadcasts- resulting in eye-catching colors
and richly detailed video recordings. 1,080 lines
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How to play back your HDV recordings?
•On ahigh-definition TV (HDTV) (lIJ 72)
HDV recordings will be played back
in their original high quality.
•On standard definition TVs
(lIJ 73)
HDV recordings will be down-converted to match the resolution of the TV set.
What is the Cinema Mode?
Give your recordings acinematic look by using the [0 CINE MODE]
recording program (OJ 48). Combine this recording mode with the high-
definition, 24 fps progressive frame rate [lIHDv1l24 HDV(PF24)] or
[EJHDVU24F HDV(24F)) (lIJ 40) to get the enhanced effect of the 24p Cinema
Mode.

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Table of contents
Introduction
Enjoying High-Definition Video 7
About this Manual 11
Getting to Know the Camcorder
Supplied Accessories 13
Components Guide 14
Screen Displays 17
Preparations
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack 20
Inserting and Removing aTape 22
Inserting and Removing aMemory Card 22
Preparing the Camcorder 23
The Wireless Controller 23
Adjusting the LCD Screen 24
Using the Menus
Selecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu 25
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus 25
First Time Settings
Changing the Language 26
Changing the Time Zone 26
Setting the Date and Time 27
Basic Functions
Recording
Recording Movies 28
Recording Still Images 29
Zooming 30
Playback
Playing Back Movies 31
Adjusting the Volume: Speaker and Headphones 32
Returning to aPre-marked Position 33
Locating the End of the Last Scene 34
Locating Scenes by Recording Date 34
Viewing Still Images 35
Magnifying the Playback Image 36
Advanced Functions
Menu Options Lists
FUNC. Menu Options 37
Setup Menus 39
Using the Recording Programs
Recording Programs 48
Giving aCinematic Look to your Recordings 49
PFlexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed 49
Special Scene: Recording Programs to Match Special Conditions 51

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Adjusting the Picture: Exposure, Focus and Color
Manual Exposure Adjustment and Automatic Backlight Correction 52
Manual Focus Adjustment 53
Magnifying the Image on the Screen 53
White Balance 54
Image Effects 55
Still Image Recording Options
Selecting the Size and Quality of Still Images 56
Capturing aStill Image while Recording Movies
57
Light Metering Mode 58
Automatic Focus Priority 59
Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing 60
Other Functions
Using the CUSTOM Key 61
On-Screen Displays 61
Flash 63
Mini Video Light 64
Self Timer 64
Audio Recording Level 65
Digital Effects 67
Editing Functions
Still Image Options
Erasing Still Images 69
Protecting Still Images 69
Initializing the Memory Card 70
External Connections
Connecting to a TV or VCR
Connection Diagrams 71
Playback on a TV Screen 74
Recording to aVCR or Digital Video Recorder 75
Analog Line-In Recording
~ 76
Digital Video Dubbing 77
Analog/Digital Conversion 78
Connecting to aComputer
PC Connection Diagrams 80
Transferring Video Recordings
81
Transferring Still Images -Direct Transfer 82
Transfer Orders 83
Connecting to aPrinter
Printing Still Images -Direct Print 84
Selecting the Print Settings 85
Trimming Settings 87
Print Orders 87
Additional Information
Trouble?
TrOUbleshooting 89
List
of Messages 93
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Do's and Don'ts
Handling Precautions 96
Maintenance/Others 99
Cleaning the Video Heads 99
Using the Camcorder Abroad 100
General Information
System Diagram 101
Optional Accessories 102
Product
Codes 105
Specifications 106
Index
109
Trademark Acknowledgements
• miniSDTM is atrademark of SO Card Association.
•Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks
of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
•Macintosh and Mac
as are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• MiniW is atrademark.
•HOV and the HOV logo are trademarks
of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan,
Ltd. (JVC).
•HOMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks
of HOMI Licensing LLC.
•Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective companies.
•ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER
THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION
FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT ALICENSE UNDER
APPLICABLE PATENTS
IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS
AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER,
COLORADO 80206.

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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HV40. Please read this manual carefully
before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder
fail to operate correctly, refer to the Troubleshooting table
(CD 89).
Conventions Used in the Manual
... IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
• CD NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
•e POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions that apply if the function described is not
available
in all operating modes (the operating mode to which the camcorder should be
set, etc.).
• OJ :Reference page number.
•"Screen" refers to the LCD and the viewfinder screen.
•The photos included in the manual are simulated pictures taken with astill camera.
Setting the Dat, and Time
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Buttons and switches to be operated
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•II you do not use ttle camcorder for about 3
months, the built-In rechargeable lithium battery
may discharge completely and the dale and
lime selling may
be lost In such case, recharge
lhe bUill-In lithium battery
(W 98) and set the
lIme zone date and lime again
•
Yoo can also change file date format {W 47}
1 Press~
2 Select (£~) the r~ Icon and press
Brackets [] and capital letters are used to refer to menu 18l.oopen.
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options as they are displayed on screen. Menu options in Iand press ( '" .
boldface indicate the default setting (for example [ON], 4 ~;~tI"" [OATEfTIME] ndpress
[0 FF]) The first field of the date will be
•indicated with blinking up/down
arrows
5 Change (4~) each field of the date
and time and move (.,.) to the next
field.
6 "'res~~ start the clock.
Names ofbuttons and switches otherthan the joystick are 7--7:......:P= ... ~ocloseth.m.nu.
indicated within a"button" frame (for example I FUNC. p.

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About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorder's operations and to
make selections and changes in the camcorder's menus.
Push the joystick up, down, left or right
(i;.T, .... ~ ) to select an item or change --+-[!<l'1lS
settings. Press the joystick itself (8 )to save the
settings or confirm
an action. On menu
screens, this is indicated by the SET icon
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The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and the
camcorder's settings. Press
(8) to display/hide the joystick guide to remind you of the
joystick's functions.
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NEXT ¥
When the guide contains multiple 'pages', [NEXT] and the page number
....----- icon (¥ )will appear at the bottom position. Push the joystick (T)
toward [NEXT] to display the next 'page' of the guide.
About the Operating Modes
The camcorder's operating mode is determined by the positions of the ~ switch and the
Icrol /~ switch. In the manual, ~.~l indicates that afunction is available in the operating
mode shown and indicates that the function
is not available. When no operating mode
icons are given, the function is available
in all operating modes.
Operating Mode ~ Switch
Icrol/~
Switch Icon Display Operation
CD
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Recording movies
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on the tape
28
(Tape)
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Recording still images
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on the memory card
29
(Memory card)
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Playing movies
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from the tape
31
(Tape)
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Viewing still images
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from the memory card 35
(Memory card)
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CA-570 Compact Power BP-2L13 Battery Pack WL-D87 Wireless
Adapter Controller
(inc!. power cord)
Lithium Button Battery
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SOLUTION DISK
Software CD-ROM* and
Installation Guide
CTC-1qO/S Component STV-250N Stereo Video IFC-300PCU
Cable Cable USB Cable
Red, Green' Blue plugs Yellow' Red, White plugs
*Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.
Online product registration for USA Customers only.
Register your product online at www.registercanon.com
./ Protect your product
We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on
file to help you refer to this information in the event
of an insurance claim such as loss
or theft.
./ Receive information on new products and promotions
Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products and
promotions.
The serial number
of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the
camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a
permanent record
of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Date
of Purchase: Model Name: VIXIA HV40 A
Purchased From: Serial No.:
Dealer Address:
Dealer Phone No.:

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Components GUide
Left side view
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CD FOCUS lever (OJ 53)
CV CUSTOM key (OJ 61)
WFOCUS button (OJ 53)
@Speaker
®DISP. (display) button (OJ 61)/
LCD backlight button (long press) (OJ 24)
®LIGHT button (OJ 64)/
I!dJ ttV (print/share) button (OJ 82, 85)
(J) USB terminal (OJ 80)
®CARD access indicator (OJ 29)/
CHARGE indicator (OJ 20)
®Memory card slot (OJ 22)
@ Icrol/c:g (tape/card) switch (OJ 12)
@Mode switch (OJ 48)
@Terminal cover
@MIC (microphone) terminal (OJ 66)
(3) AV terminal (OJ 71)/
o(headphones) terminal (OJ 32)
@COMPONENT OUT terminal (OJ 71)
@Grip belt (OJ 23)
@Instant AF sensor (OJ 39)
@Flash (OJ 63)
@Mini video light (OJ 64)
@Remote sensor (OJ 23)
Names of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a"button" frame (for
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Bottom view
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@Zoom lever (OJ 30)
©DC IN terminal (OJ 20)
@Advanced accessory shoe (OJ 63,66)
@J Stereo microphone
@Cassette compartment (OJ 22)
@Tripod socket (OJ 29)
@OPEN/EJECT ~ switch (OJ 22)
@HDMI OUT terminal (OJ 71,74)
@Cassette compartment cover (OJ 22)
@PHOTO button (OJ 29)
@ ~ (fast forward) button (OJ 31)/
Zoom in T(telephoto) button (OJ 30)
@FUNC. button (OJ 25,37)
@ ~ /11 (play/pause) button (OJ 31)/
START/STOP button (OJ 28)
(j])Serial
number -The serial number label is
located on the back surface of the battery
attachment unit. Remove the battery pack to
find it.
® lilll\qij;J switch (OJ 12)
@ • (stop) button (OJ 31)/
MAGNIFY button (OJ 53)
@ HDVIDV terminal (OJ 71, 80)
@ .... (rewind) button (OJ 31)/
Zoom out W(wide-angle) button (OJ 30)
® RESET button (OJ 89)
®START/STOP button (OJ 28)
®Joystick (OJ 12)
®Viewfinder (OJ 23)
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Top view
Back view
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@BATTERY RELEASE switch (OJ 20)
@Strap mount
Names
of buttons and switches other than the
joystick are indicated within a"button" frame (for
example [FUNC.I).

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Wireless Controller WL·D87
CD START/STOP button (OJ 28)
@+/11 ~ button (OJ 31)
®ZERO SET MEMORY button (OJ 33)
@TV SCREEN button (OJ 45)
®X2 button (OJ 31)
Q1) STOP •button (OJ 31)
® -/ ..... II button (OJ 31)
@PLAY ~ button (OJ 31)
®PAUSE II button (OJ 31)
(jJ) Zoom buttons (OJ 30)
@ FF ~ button (OJ 31)
WCARD -/+ buttons (OJ 35)
® DISP. (on-screen display) button (OJ 61)
@PHOTO button (OJ 29)
WDATE SEARCH ~/~ buttons (OJ 34)
®REW .... button (OJ 31)
(]) SLOW •• button (OJ 31)
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Screen Displays
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®Magnification (CD 46,53)
(J) Self timer (CD 64)
®Recording reminder
®Instant AF (CD 39)/Manual focus (CD 53)
®Recording standard (HDV or DV) (CD 40)
Q]) DV recording mode (CD 41)
@Tape operation
@Time code (hours :minutes :seconds)
(j3) Remaining tape
®Remaining battery charge
@DV audio mode (CD 41)
@Microphone attenuator (CD 65)
@Wind screen off (CD 41)
@Image stabilizer (CD 40)
@Headphones output (CD 32)
@Backlight correction (CD 52)
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(~White balance (CD 54)
®Image effect (CD 55)
@) Digital effects (CD 67)
®Still image quality/size
(simultaneous recording)
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@Function assigned to the CUSTOM key
(CD 61)
@Focus assist functions (CD 45)
@Level marker (CD 45)
@Condensation warning (CD 99)
@Mini video light (CD 64)
@Remote sensor off (CD 46)
@Audio level indicator (microphone) (CD 65)
@Zoom (CD 30), Exposure 0-1-0 (CD 52)
®Light metering mode (CD 58)
®Drive mode (CD 60)
@$till image quality/size (CD 56)
@Number of still images available on the
memory card
®AF frame (CD 59)
@Camcorder shake warning (CD 39)
@Advanced accessory shoe .,$" (CD 101)
@Flash (CD 63)
@Autofocus (AF) and exposure (AE) locked
(CD 29)

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@Time code (hours: minutes: seconds: frames)
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END SEARCH (OJ 34)/
DATE SEARCH (OJ 34)
0) Quality/size for capturing still images (OJ 58)
®Audio level indicator (OJ 65)
® Recording made in
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®Image protection mark (OJ 69)
®Still image quality/size
®Date and time of recording
(J) Recording program (OJ 48)
®Manual focus (OJ 53)
®Light metering mode (OJ 58)
@Manual exposure (OJ 52)
Q1J Flash (OJ 63)
®White balance (OJ 54)
®Shutter speed (OJ 49)
QJ Aperture value (OJ 49)
@Image size (OJ 56)
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Getti.ng Started
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a
battery pack or directly using the compact
power adapter. Charge the battery pack
before use.
1Connect the power cord to the
compact power adapter.
2Plug the power cord into apower
outlet.
3Connect the compact poweradapter
to the camcorder's
DC IN terminal.
Remove the battery
terminal cover
before attaching
the
battery pack
4Attach the battery pack to the
camcorder.
Press the battery pack softly into the
battery attachment unit and slide it up
until it clicks
in place.
SCharging will start when the
camcorder is turned off.
•The CHARGE indicator starts
flashing. The indicator will go out when
the battery pack
is fully charged.
•
You can also use the compact power
adapter without attaching abattery
pack.
•When the compact power adapter is
connected, even if abattery is
attached its power will not be
consumed.
ONCE THE BAnERY PACK IS FULLY CHARGED
1Disconnect the compact power
adapter from the camcorder.
2Unplug the power cord from the
power outlet and the compact
power adapter.
To REMOVE THE BAnERY PACK
Slide [BATTERY RELEASE] in the
direction of the arrow and hold it
pressed down. Slide the battery pack
down and then pull it out.
•You may hear some noise from the compact
power adapter during use. This is not a
malfunction.
•
We recommend charging the battery pack in
temperatures between
10°C and 30 °C (50 OF
and 86 OF). Outside the temperature range of
o°C to 40°C (32 OF to 104 OF), the charging will
not start.
•Do not connect to the camcorder's DC
IN
terminal or to the compact power adapter any
electrical equipment that is not expressly
recommended for use with this camcorder.
•
To prevent equipment breakdowns and
excessive heating, do not connect the supplied