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DIE-0391-000 Instruction ManualHD Camcorder Important Usage Instructions European Union and EEA only implementing those DirectivesEEA Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein Trademark AcknowledgementsExciting Features and New Functions Story CreatorDecoration Smart AUTO Video SnapshotRelay Recording f94 Face DetectionEnjoying your Recordings on Other Devices Use an Eye-Fi card to wirelessly uploadHigh Definition compatible with the type ofPage Table of contents 30 First Time Settings33 Using a Memory Card „ Introduction„ AUTO Mode „ VideoBasic Recording 48 Basic Playback„ Photos „ External Connections115 Terminals on the Camcorder 119 Playback on a TV Screen 120 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings„ Additional Information 135 Appendix Menu Options Lists150 Appendix Onscreen Icons and Displays 154 Trouble? 167 Do’s and Don’tsAbout this Manual Introduction Š Brackets are used to refer tooperating mode indicated and indicates14 Š Introduction Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMsThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder Names of Parts Left side viewRight side view Front viewTop view LCD panelBack view Introduction ŠWireless Controller WL-D89 Bottom view18 Š Introduction Ds Serial numberGetting Started Charging the Battery PackPreparations To remove the battery pack To use the wireless controller Preparing the AccessoriesWireless Controller Grip Belt and Straps To remove the grip beltTo attach an optional wrist strap To attach an optional shoulder strapLCD Backlight Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD ScreenRotating the LCD Panel The LCD backlight does not affect the brightness of the recordings Using the Touch Screen Basic Operation of the CamcorderPlayback Operating ModesRecording Edit Panel Using the MenusFUNC. 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 PreparationsSDXC Memory Cards Using a Memory CardMemory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 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 AUTO Mode Basic RecordingShooting Video and Taking Photos in AUTO Mode POINTS TO CHECKTo take photos When you have finished recordingTo record video About the Smart AUTO function Rating ScenesAbout AUTO mode 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 conditionsPlaying Back Video VideoBasic Playback 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 and Stories Deleting a Single SceneDeleting Scenes from the Date Index Screen Two playback modes the date index screen vs. the galleryOptions Deleting a Single Scene from a StoryTo select individual scenes Deleting Scenes from a Story by Rating Deleting Stories2 Select the story you want to delete Using Story Creator to Create Compelling Stories Video Stories and Cinema StyleCreating a New Story Recording a Scene within a StoryTo exit Story Creator mode Recording Additional Scenes within an Existing StoryTo select a different story scene category CINEMA Mode and Cinema-Look Filters To select the effect level of the cinema-look filterVideo Snapshot 1 Cinema Standard 2 Vivid 3 Dream 4 Cool 5 Nostalgic 6 Sepia7 Old Movies 8 Memory 9 Dramatic B&W Decoration Adding a Personal Touch Decorating Scenes while Recording To use Animated Stamps To use Pens and StampsTo load a previously saved canvas Decorating Scenes during Playback To use CaptionsTo use image mix See About the image files for the Image Mix function 0Playing Back Stories from the Gallery 66 Š VideoPage Rating Scenes During Playback Rating ScenesRating Scenes from the List of Scenes Playback with Background Music POINTS TO CHECK70 Š Video To adjust the background music balance during playbackTo delete a music track Copying and Moving Scenes Within/Between Stories Selecting a Story’s Thumbnail Image 72 Š VideoChanging a Story’s Title 74 Š Video #%? switches between set 1 and set 2 of special char- acters5 Touch OK 8f 8f to return to the gallery Advanced Functions Recording in yManual ModeSelecting the Video Quality Recording Mode Reviewing the Latest Scene RecordedApproximate recording times Recording mode →Memory ↓ 4 GB Memory cardSelecting the Frame Rate Special Scene Recording ProgramsOptions 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-RecordingFace detection is always activated in mode Face DetectionPOINTS TO CHECK 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 valueShutter Speed and Aperture Value Guidelines 1/6 1/12 1/25 1/30 1/50 1/1201/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 F2.0Manual Exposure Adjustment POINTS TO CHECKThrough wet windows Manual Focus AdjustmentAutomatic Gain Control AGC Limit POINTS TO CHECK 92 Š Video Tele MacroPOINTS TO CHECK POINTS TO CHECK White BalanceTo set the custom white balance 94 Š Video Image EffectsPOINTS TO CHECK Self Timer 2 seconds when using the wireless controllerPOINTS TO CHECK Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording LevelAudio Recording Level Built-In Microphone Directionality To display the audio level indicatorthe Wide and Monaural settings in reach 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 AdvancedUsing an External Video Light Using a Zoom Remote ControllerWhen using the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone Refer to Using the Mini Advanced ShoeFunctions Available with the Zoom Remote Controller Refer to Using the Mini Advanced ShoeSelecting the Playback Starting Point About the Data Code Onscreen Displays and Data CodeTo change the interval between frames Capturing Photos and Video Snapshot Scenes from a Movie Capturing a Video Snapshot SceneTo capture the photos To select the photo capture settingsCapturing Photos Dividing Scenes Page 110 Š Photos PhotosViewing Photos Photo Jump Function To return to the index screen from single photo viewDeleting Photos from the Index Screen Deleting PhotosDeleting a Single Photo Options SlideshowTo select individual photos During the photo slideshow To change the slideshow’s transition effectsExternal Connections Terminals on the Camcorder1 USB Terminal External Connections ŠConnection Diagrams About the HDMITM connectionExternal Connections Š Red Blue CTC-100 Component Cable optionalGreensupplied YellowConnection c 118 Š External ConnectionsPlayback on a TV Screen Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Copying Recordings to a Memory CardCopying Scenes from the Date Index Screen To select individual scenesOptions Copying Scenes from a Story by RatingCopying a Single Photo Copying Photos from the Index Screen To select individual photosOptions 122 Š External ConnectionsSaving Recordings on a Computer Saving Movies Windows onlyInstallation Connecting the Camcorder to a ComputerSaving Photos Windows/Mac OS InstallationrRefer to Installing Photo Application When the camcorder is connected to a computerFirst-time connection to a computer running Windows rRefer to Starting CameraWindow126 Š External Connections Connecting Copying Recordings to an External Video RecorderIn High Definition In Standard DefinitionUploading Movies to Video Sharing Web Sites ConnectingInstallation RecordingPage To select individual scenes step To select the bit rate stepTo automatically divide scenes step 130 Š External ConnectionsConnecting to the Computer and Uploading your Videos Converting Only Part of a Scene or Story When converting scenes from a storyConverting Scenes into Standard Definition from a Story by Rating Uploading your Videos Wirelessly Using an Eye-Fi CardAbout power saving 134 Š External ConnectionsAdditional Information Appendix Menu Options ListsFUNC. Panel FUNC. Panel - Recording ModesSetting options/Function 136 Š Additional InformationDate Index Screen Edit Panel - ModeControl Button Setup Menus 7Camera SetupSetting options Edit Panel - ModeSetting options Menu itemTele-converter Black ScreenDigital Zoom Determines the Using the onscreen markers will not affect the recordings y/ zPlayback Setup 8Recording & Connections SetupSetting options Menu itemAdditional Information Š Photo Capture fromMemory Info Displays a screen where you can verify how much of the 6System Setup Setting optionsMenu item y CINEMA 1 2LCD Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen Setting optionsMenu item 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 150 Š Additional Information Appendix Onscreen Icons and DisplaysRecording Movies using Story Creator Recording Movies Additional Information Š152 Š Additional Information Playing Movies during playbackViewing Photos 9 Remaining battery time 7 Memory operation100% the remaining charge as aTroubleshooting CHECK THIS FIRST Power supplyPower source PlaybackAdditional Information Š A noise can be heard from the compact power adapterRecording Playback 156 Š Additional InformationIndicators and Onscreen Displays Additional Information Š158 Š Additional Information Memory Card and AccessoriesPicture and Sound 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 CamcorderDANGER Battery PackLong-term storage Remaining battery time Regarding the use of non-Canon battery packsMemory Card Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 CBuilt-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery Lithium Button Battery DisposalMaintenance/Others CleaningCondensation Camcorder BodyUsing the Camcorder Abroad When condensation is detectedPower Sources Playback on a TV ScreenAccessories Availability differs from area to area 5 CG-800E Battery Charger Optional Accessories4 Battery Packs 176 Š Additional Information Using the built-in memoryCharging, Recording and Playback Times Using a memory card 7 TL-H43 Tele-converter8 WD-H43 Wide-converter 9 FS-H43U II Filter SetsA SM-V1 Surround Microphone Ad DM-100 Directional Stereo MicrophonehA RA-V1 Remote Control Adapter gA VFL-2 Video Flash LightdS WP-V3 Waterproof Case fS SC-2000 Soft Carrying CaseSpecifications LEGRIA HF M46 / LEGRIA HF M406System 180 Š Additional InformationAdditional Information Š Power/OthersTerminals 182 Š Additional Information CA-570 Compact Power AdapterBP-808 Battery Pack About the music files About the image files for the Image Mix functionIndex Quick Start Rating scenes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42video recorders . . . . . . . . 127 Selecting the memory USB terminal . . . . . . . 115, 118186 Š Additional Information Canon Europa N.V Canon Latin America, Inc