Digital Video Software (Macintosh) Ver.31 Instruction Manual
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Depending on the camcorder. 1 In the Browser Area, select a still image and select [Sound] [Record] from the [File] menu. Check if your computer settings allow recording. • The sound ... a sound icon and select [Sound] [Play] from the [File] menu. To remove sound from a still image, select [Sound] [Send to the same folder as microphones. Adding Sound to a Still Image • To add sound to control the status. Using Various Functions 65 Macintosh 2 Click and start recording when the [Save...
Depending on the camcorder. 1 In the Browser Area, select a still image and select [Sound] [Record] from the [File] menu. Check if your computer settings allow recording. • The sound ... a sound icon and select [Sound] [Play] from the [File] menu. To remove sound from a still image, select [Sound] [Send to the same folder as microphones. Adding Sound to a Still Image • To add sound to control the status. Using Various Functions 65 Macintosh 2 Click and start recording when the [Save...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... Effects 53 On-Screen Displays and Data Code 53 Audio Recording Level 54 Using Headphones 55 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe 56 Using an External Microphone 57 Using a Video Light 57 Playlist and Scene Operations 57 Dividing Scenes 58 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Moving and Deleting Playlist Scenes 60 Copying Scenes...
... Effects 53 On-Screen Displays and Data Code 53 Audio Recording Level 54 Using Headphones 55 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe 56 Using an External Microphone 57 Using a Video Light 57 Playlist and Scene Operations 57 Dividing Scenes 58 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Moving and Deleting Playlist Scenes 60 Copying Scenes...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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Components Guide Left side view Right side view button ( 27)/ (print/share) button ( 73, 86) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 42, 53)/ BATT. INFO button ( 22) Speaker ( 39) Memory card slot ( 32) USB terminal ( 80) HDMI OUT terminal ( 79, 81) AV OUT/ terminal ( 79) COMPONENT OUT terminal ( 79) MIC terminal ( 56) Strap mount ( 25) Grip belt Instant AF sensor ( 94) Flash ( 66) Stereo microphone Front view 17
Components Guide Left side view Right side view button ( 27)/ (print/share) button ( 73, 86) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 42, 53)/ BATT. INFO button ( 22) Speaker ( 39) Memory card slot ( 32) USB terminal ( 80) HDMI OUT terminal ( 79, 81) AV OUT/ terminal ( 79) COMPONENT OUT terminal ( 79) MIC terminal ( 56) Strap mount ( 25) Grip belt Instant AF sensor ( 94) Flash ( 66) Stereo microphone Front view 17
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... hard disk On the memory card Image stabilizer ( 94) 24F progressive frame rate ( 22) Backlight correction ( 49) Drop sensor off ( 99) Audio level indicator ( 53) Microphone attenuator ( 95) Mini advanced shoe ( 55) Headphone output ( 54) Wind screen off ( 94) Level marker ( 93) Scene number Data code ( 53)
... hard disk On the memory card Image stabilizer ( 94) 24F progressive frame rate ( 22) Backlight correction ( 49) Drop sensor off ( 99) Audio level indicator ( 53) Microphone attenuator ( 95) Mini advanced shoe ( 55) Headphone output ( 54) Wind screen off ( 94) Level marker ( 93) Scene number Data code ( 53)
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... on • Most displays off . Audio Recording Level Repeatedly press DISP. You can select the information to be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you can display the audio level indicator while recording. 53 NOTES • When you apply an effect, ...displays on the bottom bar and as information icons; TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT mode: Activate the selected effect while recording or in or an external microphone. When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will appear even when all other on or off * You ...
... on • Most displays off . Audio Recording Level Repeatedly press DISP. You can select the information to be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you can display the audio level indicator while recording. 53 NOTES • When you apply an effect, ...displays on the bottom bar and as information icons; TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT mode: Activate the selected effect while recording or in or an external microphone. When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will appear even when all other on or off * You ...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [Next] to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward [ MIC] to return the camcorder to automatic audio adjustment. 54 TO DISPLAY THE AUDIO LEVEL METER Usually, the audio level indicator will appear below to change the function of the...dB mark turns red, the sound may be distorted. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, activate the microphone attenuator ( 95). • We recommend using headphones ( 54) to check the sound level while adjusting the audio recording level or when the...
... does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [Next] to display it. 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward [ MIC] to return the camcorder to automatic audio adjustment. 54 TO DISPLAY THE AUDIO LEVEL METER Usually, the audio level indicator will appear below to change the function of the...dB mark turns red, the sound may be distorted. • If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, activate the microphone attenuator ( 95). • We recommend using headphones ( 54) to check the sound level while adjusting the audio recording level or when the...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... THE HEADPHONES In mode, adjust ( ) the volume of the each accessory. * * Only the optional VL-5 Video Light can attach an optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone or an optional VL-5 Video Light. IMPORTANT • When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume to the AV OUT/ terminal if the icon...
... THE HEADPHONES In mode, adjust ( ) the volume of the each accessory. * * Only the optional VL-5 Video Light can attach an optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone or an optional VL-5 Video Light. IMPORTANT • When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume to the AV OUT/ terminal if the icon...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... plug but audio recording levels may pick up the sound of the DM-100. Video NOTES Accessories designed for video accessories bearing this camcorder. appears. Attach the optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone to the MIC terminal. Connect the external microphone to the mini advanced shoe. In such case, we recommend using the...
... plug but audio recording levels may pick up the sound of the DM-100. Video NOTES Accessories designed for video accessories bearing this camcorder. appears. Attach the optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone to the MIC terminal. Connect the external microphone to the mini advanced shoe. In such case, we recommend using the...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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...display. / Camera Setup 2 Menu item [Digital Zoom] [ [Zoom Speed] [ [ [AF Mode] [ [Focus Priority] [ [Image Stabilizer] [ [Auto Slow Shutter] [ [Wind Screen] [ [Microphone Attenuator] [ Setting options Off], [ 40x], [ 200x] Variable], [ Speed 1] Speed 3], [ Speed 2], Instant AF], [ Normal AF] AiAF Frames], [ Center Frame], [ Off] On ], [... 12x - 40x 40x 200x 93 The color of the indicator indicates the zoom. • When activated, the camcorder will deteriorate the more you zoom in. zz - [Focus Assist Functions]: When the focus assist functions are emphasized...
...display. / Camera Setup 2 Menu item [Digital Zoom] [ [Zoom Speed] [ [ [AF Mode] [ [Focus Priority] [ [Image Stabilizer] [ [Auto Slow Shutter] [ [Wind Screen] [ [Microphone Attenuator] [ Setting options Off], [ 40x], [ 200x] Variable], [ Speed 1] Speed 3], [ Speed 2], Instant AF], [ Normal AF] AiAF Frames], [ Center Frame], [ Off] On ], [... 12x - 40x 40x 200x 93 The color of the indicator indicates the zoom. • When activated, the camcorder will deteriorate the more you zoom in. zz - [Focus Assist Functions]: When the focus assist functions are emphasized...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... (f-stop) and shutter speed used when recording the scene. [USB Connection Type]: Select the connection protocol to use when connecting the camcorder to an external device using the supplied USB cable. [ DVD Burner]: To connect exclusively to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner. ...] [ DVD Burner], [ Computer/Printer], [ Connect and Set] [Add Recordings to the external device. 95 z - 82 -z - zz - When the microphone attenuator is set correctly but the audio still sounds distorted. [Microphone Attenuator]: Helps prevent audio distortions in due to high audio recording levels. • Set the...
... (f-stop) and shutter speed used when recording the scene. [USB Connection Type]: Select the connection protocol to use when connecting the camcorder to an external device using the supplied USB cable. [ DVD Burner]: To connect exclusively to the optional DW-100 DVD Burner. ...] [ DVD Burner], [ Computer/Printer], [ Connect and Set] [Add Recordings to the external device. 95 z - 82 -z - zz - When the microphone attenuator is set correctly but the audio still sounds distorted. [Microphone Attenuator]: Helps prevent audio distortions in due to high audio recording levels. • Set the...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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...disk is activated from time to time. Video noise appears on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly. - Press VIEWFINDER to mode. Adjust the viewfinder with the battery pack...a different battery pack. The battery pack is blurred. - Viewfinder picture is exhausted. Activate the microphone attenuator ( 95) or adjust the audio recording level manually ( 53). The battery pack is too... disk's rotation can be recorded at 2-second intervals) The battery pack is damaged. Consult a Canon Service Center. Keep a distance between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and...
...disk is activated from time to time. Video noise appears on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly. - Press VIEWFINDER to mode. Adjust the viewfinder with the battery pack...a different battery pack. The battery pack is blurred. - Viewfinder picture is exhausted. Activate the microphone attenuator ( 95) or adjust the audio recording level manually ( 53). The battery pack is too... disk's rotation can be recorded at 2-second intervals) The battery pack is damaged. Consult a Canon Service Center. Keep a distance between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F and...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... FS-H37U Filter Set CTC-100 Component Cable CTC-100/S** Component Cable DW-100 DVD Burner SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case * DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone * VL-5 Video Light STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-400PCU USB Cable SD/SDHC memory card Card reader/writer AVCHD discs/ Photo DVDs Computer PictBridge...
... FS-H37U Filter Set CTC-100 Component Cable CTC-100/S** Component Cable DW-100 DVD Burner SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case * DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone * VL-5 Video Light STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-400PCU USB Cable SD/SDHC memory card Card reader/writer AVCHD discs/ Photo DVDs Computer PictBridge...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... with padded compartments and plenty of space for more security and portability. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. Additional Information DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone This highly sensitive, super-directional microphone attaches to the camcorder's mini advanced shoe. It can attach a shoulder strap for accessories. Shoulder Strap You can be used as directional...
... with padded compartments and plenty of space for more security and portability. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. Additional Information DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone This highly sensitive, super-directional microphone attaches to the camcorder's mini advanced shoe. It can attach a shoulder strap for accessories. Shoulder Strap You can be used as directional...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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...microphone Lens f=4.8-57.6 mm, F/1.8-3.0, 12x optical zoom 35 mm equivalent: Movies: 42.9 - 514.8 mm Photos (LW): Photos (L, M, S): 42.9 - 514.8 mm 39.3 - 471.6 mm Lens Configuration 11 elements in 9 groups (2 aspheric elements) AF System Autofocus (TTL + external distance sensor when set to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camcorder...min. SP mode: 9 hr. 35 min. LP mode: 12 hr. 15 min. Additional Information Specifications HG21/HG20 System Recording System Movies: Photos: AVCHD Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Exif Print is used and optimized, ...
...microphone Lens f=4.8-57.6 mm, F/1.8-3.0, 12x optical zoom 35 mm equivalent: Movies: 42.9 - 514.8 mm Photos (LW): Photos (L, M, S): 42.9 - 514.8 mm 39.3 - 471.6 mm Lens Configuration 11 elements in 9 groups (2 aspheric elements) AF System Autofocus (TTL + external distance sensor when set to an Exif Print-compliant printer, the camcorder...min. SP mode: 9 hr. 35 min. LP mode: 12 hr. 15 min. Additional Information Specifications HG21/HG20 System Recording System Movies: Photos: AVCHD Video compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264; Exif Print is used and optimized, ...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... in .) 49 g (1.7 oz) Weight and dimensions are approximate. compatible with HDMI-CEC ∅ 3.5 mm stereo minijack -57 dBV (with 600 ohm microphone) / 5 kohms or more 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) 3.8 W (LCD screen, normal brightness, recording on the...recording on the hard disk) 3.5 W (viewfinder, normal brightness, recording on ) Operating temperature Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt) Weight (camcorder body only) ∅ 3.5 mm minijack; Errors and omissions excepted. Chrominance (PB/PR (CB/CR)): ±350 mV 1080i (D3) / 480i (D1)...
... in .) 49 g (1.7 oz) Weight and dimensions are approximate. compatible with HDMI-CEC ∅ 3.5 mm stereo minijack -57 dBV (with 600 ohm microphone) / 5 kohms or more 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter) 3.8 W (LCD screen, normal brightness, recording on the...recording on the hard disk) 3.5 W (viewfinder, normal brightness, recording on ) Operating temperature Dimensions [W x H x D] (excluding the grip belt) Weight (camcorder body only) ∅ 3.5 mm minijack; Errors and omissions excepted. Chrominance (PB/PR (CB/CR)): ±350 mV 1080i (D3) / 480i (D1)...
VIXIA HG20/HG21 Instruction Manual
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... 30 LCD screen 26 Light metering mode 69 M Magnifying photos 65 Maintenance 120 Manual exposure adjustment 48 Markers 93 Memory card 118 MIC terminal 56 Microphone 56 Microphone attenuator 95 Mini advanced shoe 55 N Night (recording program 45 Notification sounds 98 O Onscreen display selection 53 Original recordings 58 P P (recording program 46 Photo...
... 30 LCD screen 26 Light metering mode 69 M Magnifying photos 65 Maintenance 120 Manual exposure adjustment 48 Markers 93 Memory card 118 MIC terminal 56 Microphone 56 Microphone attenuator 95 Mini advanced shoe 55 N Night (recording program 45 Notification sounds 98 O Onscreen display selection 53 Original recordings 58 P P (recording program 46 Photo...
VIXIA HG20 / VIXIA HG21 Instruction Manual
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... Effects 53 On-Screen Displays and Data Code 53 Audio Recording Level 54 Using Headphones 55 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe 56 Using an External Microphone 57 Using a Video Light 57 Playlist and Scene Operations 57 Dividing Scenes 58 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Moving and Deleting Playlist Scenes 60 Copying Scenes...
... Effects 53 On-Screen Displays and Data Code 53 Audio Recording Level 54 Using Headphones 55 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe 56 Using an External Microphone 57 Using a Video Light 57 Playlist and Scene Operations 57 Dividing Scenes 58 Editing the Playlist: Adding, Moving and Deleting Playlist Scenes 60 Copying Scenes...
VIXIA HG20 / VIXIA HG21 Instruction Manual
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Components Guide Left side view Right side view button ( 27)/ (print/share) button ( 73, 86) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 42, 53)/ BATT. INFO button ( 22) Speaker ( 39) Memory card slot ( 32) USB terminal ( 80) HDMI OUT terminal ( 79, 81) AV OUT/ terminal ( 79) COMPONENT OUT terminal ( 79) MIC terminal ( 56) Strap mount ( 25) Grip belt Instant AF sensor ( 94) Flash ( 66) Stereo microphone Front view 17
Components Guide Left side view Right side view button ( 27)/ (print/share) button ( 73, 86) DISP. (on-screen display) button ( 42, 53)/ BATT. INFO button ( 22) Speaker ( 39) Memory card slot ( 32) USB terminal ( 80) HDMI OUT terminal ( 79, 81) AV OUT/ terminal ( 79) COMPONENT OUT terminal ( 79) MIC terminal ( 56) Strap mount ( 25) Grip belt Instant AF sensor ( 94) Flash ( 66) Stereo microphone Front view 17
VIXIA HG20 / VIXIA HG21 Instruction Manual
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... hard disk On the memory card Image stabilizer ( 94) 24F progressive frame rate ( 22) Backlight correction ( 49) Drop sensor off ( 99) Audio level indicator ( 53) Microphone attenuator ( 95) Mini advanced shoe ( 55) Headphone output ( 54) Wind screen off ( 94) Level marker ( 93) Scene number Data code ( 53)
... hard disk On the memory card Image stabilizer ( 94) 24F progressive frame rate ( 22) Backlight correction ( 49) Drop sensor off ( 99) Audio level indicator ( 53) Microphone attenuator ( 95) Mini advanced shoe ( 55) Headphone output ( 54) Wind screen off ( 94) Level marker ( 93) Scene number Data code ( 53)
VIXIA HG20 / VIXIA HG21 Instruction Manual
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... be displayed with the [Data Code] setting ( 95). About the Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code (date/time of the built-in or an external microphone. In mode, this information is locked (in or out. You can display the audio level indicator while recording. 53...). TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT mode: Activate the selected effect while recording or in mode, you can select the information to be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program.
... be displayed with the [Data Code] setting ( 95). About the Data Code With every scene or photo recorded, the camcorder keeps a data code (date/time of the built-in or an external microphone. In mode, this information is locked (in or out. You can display the audio level indicator while recording. 53...). TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT mode: Activate the selected effect while recording or in mode, you can select the information to be recorded normally. • The camcorder retains the last setting used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program.