Instruction Manual
Important Usage Instructions
HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF21 A systems
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Enjoying High-DefinitionVideo with your Camcorder
What is High-DefinitionVideo
How does full high definition compare with standard-definitionTV broadcasts
6Approximately 6 times the number of pixels
2More than twice the number of scanning lines
What are the advantages of flash memory
Any New Functions
Pre-recording
Face Detection
Video Snapshot
Can I play back my high-definitionvideo on other devices
•You can play back AVCHD discs of your recordings created using the
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Introduction
18Getting to Know the Camcorder
Preparations
27Getting Started
Operation
Video
45Basic Recording
50 Basic Playback
61 Advanced Functions
87Playlist and Scene Operations
Photos
94Basic Recording
97Basic Playback
101Additional Functions
112 Printing Photos
External Connections
120Terminals on the Camcorder
125Saving Your Recordings
Additional Information
137Appendix: Menu Options Lists
DVSD
Introduction
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:
18 Introduction
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Left side view
Right side view
Front view
20 Introduction
Top view
LCD panel
Back view
Wireless Controller WL-D88
Recording Movies
Recording Photos
Playing Movies (During Playback)
24 Introduction
Viewing Photos
Memory operation
Record
Playback
Playback pause
Slow reverse playback
Preparations
Charging the Battery Pack
To remove the battery pack
Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories
Accessories
Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen
Rotating the L D Panel
LCD Backlight
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Operating Modes
Playback
Joystick and Joystick Guide
Using the Menus
Selecting an Option from the FUNC. Menu
Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus 1 PressFUNC
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Setting the Date and Time
Changing the Language
Changing the Time Zone
Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Selecting the Memory for the Recordings
Initializing the Built-inMemory or Memory Card
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Video
Shooting Video
Selecting the Video Quality (RecordingLPMode)
Zooming
15x Optical Zoom
Quick Start Function
1With the camcorder on and in a recording mode, close the LCD panel
2When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel
•The camcorder will shut off if left in standby mode for 10 minutes
Changing
function altogether with the [Quick Start] setting
Playing Back the Video
Special playback modes
Selecting what Recordings to Play Back
Searching for Scenes
Selecting from the Calendar Screen
Selecting from the List of Recordings
Selecting Only Scenes in which People’s Faces Were Detected
Selecting the Playback Starting oint
Movie Timeline
Changes in the Scene’s Main Subject
Pre-selectingRecordings from the Index Screen
Deleting Scenes
[All Scenes] Deletes all the scenes
[All Scenes (this date)]
[This Scene] Deletes only the scene marked with the orange selection frame
[Selected Scenes]
Pre-selecting
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Special Scene Recording Programs
[Low Light] To record in low-lightsituations
[Spotlight] To record spotlit scenes
[Fireworks] To record fireworks
[Underwater] To record underwater scenes in natural colors
Surface]
•[ Fireworks]:
•[Underwater] and [Surface]:
The
-To switch the recording mode between [Underwater] and
When making recordings underwater with the
Changing the Shutter Speed and Aperture
[1/2]*, [1/4]*, [1/8], [1/15], [1/30] To record in low-lightsituations
To record in
low-light
situations
[1/60] To record under most ordinary conditions
Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your Recordings
Mini Video Light
Using an External Video Light
Video Snapshot
Recording Video Snapshot Scenes
Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes from a Movie
Combining Video Snapshot Scenes with Music
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Pre-recordingFunction
Self Timer
Manual Exposure Adjustment and Automatic Backlight Correction
Manual Exposure Adjustment
Automatic Backlight orrection
Manual Focus Adjustment
Face Detection
White Balance
Image Effects
Image Effect Off] Records with no image enhancing effects
[Vivid] Emphasizes the contrast and color saturation
[Neutral] Tones down the contrast and color saturation
[Low Sharpening] Records subjects with softened outlines
Soft Skin Detail]
Digital Effects
Applying the Selected Digital Effect
On-ScreenDisplays and Data Code
Audio Recording Level
Manual Adjustment of the Audio Recording Level
Using Headphones
To adjust the volume of the headphones
mode, adjust ( ) the volume of the headphones with the
[Headphone Volume] setting
mode, and in
mode during
Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
Using an External Microphone
Using the DM-100Directional Stereo Microphone
Using other microphones
Using a Zoom Remote Controller
Dividing Scenes
Editing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and Playing Back
Adding Scenes to the Playlist
Deleting Scenes from the Playlist
Moving Scenes in the Playlist
Playing Back Scenes in the Playlist with Music
Copying Scenes
Copying Original Movies
Copying the Entire Playlist
Photos
Taking Photos
Selecting Photo Size and Quality
Deleting a Photo Right After Recording It
Viewing Photos
Photo Jump Function
Deleting Photos
Deleting a Single Photo
Deleting Photos from the Index Screen
Magnifying Photos during Playback
Flash
Using the VFL-2Video Flash Light
Drive Mode: Continuous Shooting and Exposure Bracketing
Taking Photos while Recording Movies (Simultaneous Recording)
Light Metering Mode
Slideshow
Rotating Photos
Histogram Display
Capturing Photos from a Movie
Protecting Photos
Protecting Single Photos
Protecting Photos from the Index Screen
Copying Photos
Copying a Single Photo
Copying Photos from the Index Screen
You can also use the following functions
Printing Photos (Direct Print)
Connecting the Camcorder to the Printer
Printing with the (Print/Share) Button
Selecting the Print Settings
Printing after Changing the Print Settings
Trimming Settings
Print Orders
Marking Single Photos with Print Orders
Setting Print Orders from the Index Screen
Printing Photos Marked with Print Orders
External Connections
Connection Diagrams
the camcorder:
high definition)
AV]
Quality: Standard definition Output only
hange the following settings on the camcorder:
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1 Turn off the camcorder and the TV
2Connect the camcorder to the TV
Connection Diagrams
3Turn on the connected TV
4Turn on the camcorder and set it to or mode. Play back the movies or photos
Saving Your Recordings on a Computer
PIXELA ImageMixer 3 SE
Saving your Recordings without a Computer
Authoring High-Definition(AVCHD) Discs and Photo DVDs
Preparations on the Camcorder
Connecting to the DW-100DVD Burner and Creating a Disc
When the data requires multiple discs
To create an additional copy of the same disc
-Do not disconnect the USB cable
Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder or the DVD Burner
For important information on handling your discs, refer to
Playing Back AVCHD Discs Using the DW-100DVD Burner
Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder
Connecting
Transferring Photos to a Computer (Direct Transfer)
Preparations
Transferring Photos
Automatic Transfer Options
All Photos]
New Photos]
Manual Transfer Options
Select and Transfer]
Transfer Orders
Marking Single Photos with Transfer rders
Setting Transfer Orders from the Index Screen
Transferming photos marked with transfer orders
Additional Information
FUNC. Menu
Digital effects
Fade Trigger]
Wipe]
Sepia]
Art]
FUNC. Menu - Playback Modes
[Select]
[Individual Scenes]
[Remove All Selections]
[Individual Photos]
Setup Menus
[Auto Rotate]:
[AF Mode]: Select how fast the autofocus will operate
With
When the optional
[Focus Priority]:
• When the recording mode is set to [ Fireworks], focus priority is auto
•When recording movies with the optional Wide-converteror Tele-con
verter, set the image stabilizer to [ Standard]
Minimum shutter speed used: 1/30; 1/12 when the frame rate is set to
•The auto slow shutter can only be activated when the recording pro
gram is set to [ Programmed AE], but the setting will not change even
[Focus Assist
Level (Gray)]
Grid (Gray)]
[Audio Level
Off]
Playback Setup
[USB onnection Type]:
System Setup
[Font Size]
Small]
[Output Onscreen
Displays]
[Component Output]:
[480i]: To use the 480i specification (standard definition)
[1080i]: To use the full 1080i high definition specification
[TV Type]:
[Normal TV]: TV sets with 4:3 aspect ratio
[Wireless Remote ontrol]:
[Notification Sounds]:
[Power Saving Mode]:
[Quick Start]:
[Control for HDMI]:
If set to
•The remote control of the TV can only be used to play back movies or
[Photo Numbering]:
•We recommend using the [ Continuous] setting
Language and Date/Time Setup
[Language
], [DEUTSCH]
], [ENGLISH]
[TÜRKÇE]
Information Screens
[Memory Info]
[Battery Info]
[HDMI Status]
[Battery Info]: Displays a screen where you can verify the battery charge
CHECK THIS FIRST
Power supply
Recording
one correctly inserted into the camcorder? (42) Does it contain any recordings
Other
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Indicators and Onscreen Displays
154 Additional Information
Picture and Sound
Memory Card and Accessories
Connections with External Devices
156 Additional Information
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List of Messages
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160 Additional Information
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162 Additional Information
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Messages Related to the Optional DW100 DVD Burner
Direct Print Related Messages
166 Additional Information
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Camcorder
Long-termstorage
Battery Pack
Remaining battery time
Regarding the use of non-Canonbattery packs
Memory Card
Built-inRechargeable Lithium Battery
Lithium Button Battery
Disposal
Cleaning
Condensation
Using the Camcorder Abroad
Accessories (Availability differs from area to area)
Optional Accessories
CG-800Battery Charger
Charging Times
Charging conditions
Battery pack
Using the camcorder
Using a memory card
TL-H37 Tele-converter
The minimum focusing distance at full telephoto with the
When the
WD-H37ll Wide-converter
FS-H37UFilter Set
SC-2000Soft Carrying Case
DM-100Directional Stereo
Microphone
VL-5Video Light
RA-V1Remote Control Adapter
HTC-100HDMI Cable
WP-V1Waterproof Case
This mark identifies genuine anon video accessories
When you use
Product Codes
VIXIA HF21
Terminals
CA-570Compact Power Adapter
BP-809Battery Pack
About the music files
AVCHD specifications
186 Additional Information
Movies
Photos
Playlist
Quick Start function
Volume
Telephoto
Transfer order
Movies
Photos
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