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Canon HFM406, HFM46 WD-H43 Wide-converter, FS-H43U II Filter Set, sA SM-V1 Surround Microphone

Models: HFM46

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8WD-H43 Wide-converter

8WD-H43 Wide-converter

This Wide-converter lens decreases the focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views.

9FS-H43U II Filter Set

Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting condi- tions.

sA SM-V1 Surround Microphone

Use 5.1ch surround sound to add a sense of presence to your movies. You can link the surround sound to the zoom position or use the microphone as a highly directional shotgun microphone (monaural).

Ad DM-100 Directional Stereo

Microphone

This highly sensitive, super-directional microphone attaches to the camcorder’s mini advanced shoe. It can be used as directional microphone (monaural) or stereo microphone.

fA VL-5 Video Light

This video light enables you to record brightly in color even in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder’s mini advanced shoe for cable-free operation.

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Canon HFM406, HFM46 WD-H43 Wide-converter, FS-H43U II Filter Set, sA SM-V1 Surround Microphone, fA VL-5 Video Light

Contents

HD Camcorder Instruction ManualPUB. DIE-0391-000 Important Usage Instructions EEA Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein European Union and EEA onlyimplementing those Directives Trademark AcknowledgementsDecoration Story CreatorExciting Features and New Functions Relay Recording f94 Smart AUTOVideo Snapshot Face DetectionHigh Definition Enjoying your Recordings on Other DevicesUse an Eye-Fi card to wirelessly upload compatible with the type ofPage 33 Using a Memory Card Table of contents30 First Time Settings „ IntroductionBasic Recording „ AUTO Mode„ Video 48 Basic Playback115 Terminals on the Camcorder „ Photos„ External Connections 119 Playback on a TV Screen 120 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings150 Appendix Onscreen Icons and Displays 154 Trouble? „ Additional Information135 Appendix Menu Options Lists 167 Do’s and Don’tsAbout this Manual operating mode indicated and Introduction ŠBrackets are used to refer to indicatesThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs14 Š Introduction The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder Right side view Names of PartsLeft side view Front viewBack view Top viewLCD panel Introduction Š18 Š Introduction Wireless Controller WL-D89Bottom view Ds Serial numberPreparations Charging the Battery PackGetting Started To remove the battery pack Wireless Controller Preparing the AccessoriesTo use the wireless controller Grip Belt and Straps To remove the grip beltTo attach an optional wrist strap To attach an optional shoulder strapRotating the LCD Panel Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD ScreenLCD Backlight The LCD backlight does not affect the brightness of the recordings Using the Touch Screen Basic Operation of the CamcorderRecording Operating ModesPlayback FUNC. Panel Using the MenusEdit Panel Setup Menus First Time Settings Setting the Date and TimeChanging the Language Changing the Time Zone4 Touch a to close the menu 32 Š PreparationsMemory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder Using a Memory CardSDXC Memory Cards Eye-Fi Cards Compatible operating systems for SDXC memory cardsInserting and Removing a Memory Card To remove the memory cardSelecting the Memory for the Recordings POINTS TO CHECKRelay Recording Initializing the Memory Initializing a memory card will permanently erase any music files and Shooting Video and Taking Photos in AUTO Mode AUTO ModeBasic Recording POINTS TO CHECKTo record video When you have finished recordingTo take photos About AUTO mode Rating ScenesAbout the Smart AUTO function Smart AUTO icons case, we recommend recording in mode Using the Zoom Lever or Wireless Controller ZoomingUsing the Touch Screen’s Zoom Controls Quick Start FunctionAbout standby mode and auto power off The actual time required varies depending on the shooting conditionsBasic Playback VideoPlaying Back Video AMemory being read BRecording date Adjusting the volume During playbackDuring playback pause The Index Selection Screen Selecting the Content to Play Back 3D Flip ViewOptions Deleting Scenes from the Date Index Screen Deleting Scenes and StoriesDeleting a Single Scene Two playback modes the date index screen vs. the galleryTo select individual scenes Deleting a Single Scene from a StoryOptions Deleting Scenes from a Story by Rating Deleting Stories2 Select the story you want to delete Creating a New Story Using Story Creator to Create Compelling StoriesVideo Stories and Cinema Style Recording a Scene within a StoryTo select a different story scene category Recording Additional Scenes within an Existing StoryTo exit Story Creator mode CINEMA Mode and Cinema-Look Filters To select the effect level of the cinema-look filter7 Old Movies 8 Memory 9 Dramatic B&W 1 Cinema Standard 2 Vivid 3 Dream 4 Cool 5 Nostalgic 6 SepiaVideo Snapshot Decoration Adding a Personal Touch Decorating Scenes while Recording To load a previously saved canvas To use Pens and StampsTo use Animated Stamps To use image mix Decorating Scenes during PlaybackTo use Captions See About the image files for the Image Mix function 0Playing Back Stories from the Gallery 66 Š VideoPage Rating Scenes from the List of Scenes Rating ScenesRating Scenes During Playback Playback with Background Music POINTS TO CHECKTo delete a music track To adjust the background music balance during playback70 Š Video Copying and Moving Scenes Within/Between Stories Selecting a Story’s Thumbnail Image 72 Š VideoChanging a Story’s Title 5 Touch OK 8f 8f to return to the gallery #%? switches between set 1 and set 2 of special char- acters74 Š Video Advanced Functions Recording in yManual ModeSelecting the Video Quality Recording Mode Reviewing the Latest Scene RecordedMemory ↓ Approximate recording timesRecording mode → 4 GB Memory cardOptions Selecting the Frame RateSpecial Scene Recording Programs 78 Š VideoGSports To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf rUnderwater To record underwater scenes in natural colors Advanced Image Stabilization Dynamic Compensates for a higher degree of camcorderPowered IS Pre-RecordingPOINTS TO CHECK Face DetectionFace detection is always activated in mode To select the main subject Touch & Track Faders To fade in/outManually Setting the Shutter Speed or Aperture You can also drag your finger along the dial Options Default value1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 Shutter Speed and Aperture Value Guidelines1/6 1/12 1/25 1/30 1/50 1/120 F2.0Manual Exposure Adjustment POINTS TO CHECKAutomatic Gain Control AGC Limit Manual Focus AdjustmentThrough wet windows POINTS TO CHECK POINTS TO CHECK Tele Macro92 Š Video To set the custom white balance White BalancePOINTS TO CHECK POINTS TO CHECK Image Effects94 Š Video Self Timer 2 seconds when using the wireless controllerAudio Recording Level Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording LevelPOINTS TO CHECK the Wide and Monaural settings in reach To display the audio level indicatorBuilt-In Microphone Directionality Audio Equalizer Normal Appropriate for balanced sound under most normalUsing Headphones To adjust the volume during playbackUsing the Mini Advanced Shoe Using an External Microphone Refer to Using the Mini AdvancedWhen using the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone Using an External Video LightUsing a Zoom Remote Controller Refer to Using the Mini Advanced ShoeFunctions Available with the Zoom Remote Controller Refer to Using the Mini Advanced ShoeSelecting the Playback Starting Point To change the interval between frames Onscreen Displays and Data CodeAbout the Data Code Capturing Photos and Video Snapshot Scenes from a Movie Capturing a Video Snapshot SceneCapturing Photos To select the photo capture settingsTo capture the photos Dividing Scenes Page Viewing Photos Photos110 Š Photos Photo Jump Function To return to the index screen from single photo viewDeleting a Single Photo Deleting PhotosDeleting Photos from the Index Screen To select individual photos SlideshowOptions During the photo slideshow To change the slideshow’s transition effects1 USB Terminal External ConnectionsTerminals on the Camcorder External Connections ŠConnection Diagrams About the HDMITM connectionsupplied External Connections ŠRed Blue CTC-100 Component Cable optionalGreen YellowConnection c 118 Š External ConnectionsPlayback on a TV Screen Copying Scenes from the Date Index Screen Saving and Sharing Your RecordingsCopying Recordings to a Memory Card To select individual scenesCopying a Single Photo Copying Scenes from a Story by RatingOptions Options Copying Photos from the Index ScreenTo select individual photos 122 Š External ConnectionsSaving Recordings on a Computer Saving Movies Windows onlySaving Photos Windows/Mac OS InstallationConnecting the Camcorder to a Computer InstallationFirst-time connection to a computer running Windows rRefer to Installing Photo ApplicationWhen the camcorder is connected to a computer rRefer to Starting CameraWindow126 Š External Connections In High Definition ConnectingCopying Recordings to an External Video Recorder In Standard DefinitionInstallation Uploading Movies to Video Sharing Web SitesConnecting RecordingPage To automatically divide scenes step To select individual scenes stepTo select the bit rate step 130 Š External ConnectionsConnecting to the Computer and Uploading your Videos Converting Scenes into Standard Definition from a Story by Rating When converting scenes from a storyConverting Only Part of a Scene or Story Uploading your Videos Wirelessly Using an Eye-Fi CardAbout power saving 134 Š External ConnectionsFUNC. Panel Additional InformationAppendix Menu Options Lists FUNC. Panel - Recording ModesSetting options/Function 136 Š Additional InformationControl Button Edit Panel - ModeDate Index Screen Setting options Setup Menus7Camera Setup Edit Panel - ModeTele-converter Setting optionsMenu item Black ScreenDigital Zoom Determines the Using the onscreen markers will not affect the recordings y/ zPlayback Setup 8Recording & Connections SetupAdditional Information Š Setting optionsMenu item Photo Capture fromMemory Info Displays a screen where you can verify how much of the Menu item 6System SetupSetting options y CINEMA 1 2Menu item LCD Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screenSetting options 146 Š Additional InformationPage Battery Info Displays a screen where you can verify the battery charge HDMI Status Displays a screen where you can verify the standard of the output signal from the HDMI OUT terminal Recording Movies using Story Creator Appendix Onscreen Icons and Displays150 Š Additional Information Recording Movies Additional Information ŠViewing Photos Playing Movies during playback152 Š Additional Information 100% 9 Remaining battery time7 Memory operation the remaining charge as aPower source TroubleshootingCHECK THIS FIRST Power supply PlaybackRecording A noise can be heard from the compact power adapterAdditional Information Š Playback 156 Š Additional InformationIndicators and Onscreen Displays Additional Information ŠPicture and Sound Memory Card and Accessories158 Š Additional Information Connections with External Devices Additional Information ŠList of Messages in alphabetical order 160 Š Additional InformationBuilt-in memory is full Additional Information Š162 Š Additional Information A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or display the image. Try remov- ing and reinserting the memory card, or use a different memory card Additional Information Š164 Š Additional Information Additional Information Š Number of stories already at maximum166 Š Additional Information Handling Precautions CamcorderLong-term storage Battery PackDANGER Memory Card Remaining battery timeRegarding the use of non-Canon battery packs Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 CBuilt-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery Lithium Button Battery DisposalCondensation Maintenance/OthersCleaning Camcorder BodyPower Sources Using the Camcorder AbroadWhen condensation is detected Playback on a TV ScreenAccessories Availability differs from area to area 4 Battery Packs Optional Accessories5 CG-800E Battery Charger Charging, Recording and Playback Times Using the built-in memory176 Š Additional Information Using a memory card 7 TL-H43 Tele-convertersA SM-V1 Surround Microphone 8 WD-H43 Wide-converter9 FS-H43U II Filter Set Ad DM-100 Directional Stereo MicrophonedS WP-V3 Waterproof Case hA RA-V1 Remote Control AdaptergA VFL-2 Video Flash Light fS SC-2000 Soft Carrying CaseSystem SpecificationsLEGRIA HF M46 / LEGRIA HF M406 180 Š Additional InformationTerminals Power/OthersAdditional Information Š BP-808 Battery Pack CA-570 Compact Power Adapter182 Š Additional Information About the music files About the image files for the Image Mix functionIndex video recorders . . . . . . . . 127 Selecting the memory Quick StartRating scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 USB terminal . . . . . . . 115, 118186 Š Additional Information Canon Europa N.V Canon Latin America, Inc