Canon HV40 The Wireless Controller, Preparing the Camcorder, NOTES, NOTES, IMPORTANT, Preparations, Inserting the Battery, 3Fasten the grip belt, 1Turn on the camcorder

IMPORTANT

Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder for the first time ( 70).

Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder.

NOTES

Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all miniSD cards.

Getting Started 23

The Wireless Controller

Inserting the Battery

(Lithium Button Battery CR2025)

Tab

Preparing the Camcorder

1Turn on the camcorder.

The lens cover will open automatically.

2Adjust the viewfinder.

Keep the LCD panel closed to use the viewfinder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever as necessary.

3Fasten the grip belt.

Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the START/STOP button with your thumb.

1Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out the battery holder.

2Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up.

3Insert the battery holder.

Using the Wireless Controller

Point the controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons.

NOTES

The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight.

If the wireless controller does not work, check that [WL.REMOTE] is not set to [OFF ]

( 46). Otherwise, replace the battery.

Preparations