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...RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio communications. The cable with the ferrite...TV technician for class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in case of the FCC Rules. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF S10 A / VIXIA HF S100 A systems This device complies with the limits for help. These limits are designed to Part 15 of an accident. 2 Tel...
...RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio communications. The cable with the ferrite...TV technician for class B digital device, pursuant to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in case of the FCC Rules. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF S10 A / VIXIA HF S100 A systems This device complies with the limits for help. These limits are designed to Part 15 of an accident. 2 Tel...
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... defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF S10 A / VIXIA HF S100 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to qualified service personnel. A polarized plug has two...
... defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF S10 A / VIXIA HF S100 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to qualified service personnel. A polarized plug has two...
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...rock, Amazing story, Hit the ceiling, The techno light. 7 Receive information on Canon new products and promotions. Register your new Canon product on file to help you information on new products and promotions Upon your ...camcorder. Customers only. Date of their respective companies. • This product is a trademark. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of Purchase: Purchased From: Dealer Address: Model Name: VIXIA HF S10 A / VIXIA HF S100...
...rock, Amazing story, Hit the ceiling, The techno light. 7 Receive information on Canon new products and promotions. Register your new Canon product on file to help you information on new products and promotions Upon your ...camcorder. Customers only. Date of their respective companies. • This product is a trademark. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of Purchase: Purchased From: Dealer Address: Model Name: VIXIA HF S10 A / VIXIA HF S100...
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...lines. What is High-Definition Video? 1,080 lines Capture the finest detail, like the movement or shine of a single strand of hair Your camcorder features a full high-definition image sensor (Full HD CMOS) that captures video at 1,440 x 1,080 pixels. 8 In other recording modes...scanning lines). 1 Video is recorded at this resolution only when the recording mode is recorded at a resolution of a quality second only to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video recordings of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels1. "Full HD 1080" refers to actually being there. This results in video...
...lines. What is High-Definition Video? 1,080 lines Capture the finest detail, like the movement or shine of a single strand of hair Your camcorder features a full high-definition image sensor (Full HD CMOS) that captures video at 1,440 x 1,080 pixels. 8 In other recording modes...scanning lines). 1 Video is recorded at this resolution only when the recording mode is recorded at a resolution of a quality second only to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video recordings of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels1. "Full HD 1080" refers to actually being there. This results in video...
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...recording within approximately one second. When you press the START/STOP button, the scene recorded will have the camcorder automatically detect people's faces and use this camcorder refer to shoot video with the 24 fps progressive frame rate. 2 For details about memory cards that... smaller, lighter and faster. Video Snapshot Discover a new fun way to Using a Memory Card ( 41). 3 AVCHD is activated, the camcorder starts recording video continuously into a video clip set the best exposure and color control settings for recording high-definition video. Any New Functions? ...
...recording within approximately one second. When you press the START/STOP button, the scene recorded will have the camcorder automatically detect people's faces and use this camcorder refer to shoot video with the 24 fps progressive frame rate. 2 For details about memory cards that... smaller, lighter and faster. Video Snapshot Discover a new fun way to Using a Memory Card ( 41). 3 AVCHD is activated, the camcorder starts recording video continuously into a video clip set the best exposure and color control settings for recording high-definition video. Any New Functions? ...
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Needless to say, you can connect your camcorder to an HDTV to back up such scenes. 10 For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV or digital video recorder. • You ...can easily play back video recorded on the supplied Video Tools CD-ROM to enjoy your recordings created using the camcorder. 5 AVCHD discs containing scenes recorded in MXP mode cannot be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible. In such case, play back the recordings...
Needless to say, you can connect your camcorder to an HDTV to back up such scenes. 10 For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV or digital video recorder. • You ...can easily play back video recorded on the supplied Video Tools CD-ROM to enjoy your recordings created using the camcorder. 5 AVCHD discs containing scenes recorded in MXP mode cannot be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible. In such case, play back the recordings...
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... Pack 29 Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories 31 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 33 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 33 Operating Modes 35 Joystick and Joystick Guide 35 Using the Menus 38 First Time Settings 38 Setting the Date and Time 39 ...Changing the Language 39 Changing the Time Zone 40 Using a Memory Card 40 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 41 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 42 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 42 Initializing the Built-in Memory ( only) or Memory Card...
... Pack 29 Preparing the Wireless Controller and Accessories 31 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 33 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 33 Operating Modes 35 Joystick and Joystick Guide 35 Using the Menus 38 First Time Settings 38 Setting the Date and Time 39 ...Changing the Language 39 Changing the Time Zone 40 Using a Memory Card 40 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 41 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 42 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 42 Initializing the Built-in Memory ( only) or Memory Card...
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External Connections 120 Terminals on the Camcorder 121 Connection Diagrams 124 Playback on a TV Screen 125 Saving Your Recordings 125 Saving Your Recordings on a Computer 126 Authoring High-Definition (AVCHD) Discs and ... 140 Setup Menus 152 Trouble? 152 Troubleshooting 157 List of Messages 167 Do's and Don'ts 167 Handling Precautions 172 Maintenance/Others 173 Using the Camcorder Abroad 174 General Information 174 System Diagram 175 Optional Accessories 180 Product Codes 181 Specifications 185 Index Table of contents 15
External Connections 120 Terminals on the Camcorder 121 Connection Diagrams 124 Playback on a TV Screen 125 Saving Your Recordings 125 Saving Your Recordings on a Computer 126 Authoring High-Definition (AVCHD) Discs and ... 140 Setup Menus 152 Trouble? 152 Troubleshooting 157 List of Messages 167 Do's and Don'ts 167 Handling Precautions 172 Maintenance/Others 173 Using the Camcorder Abroad 174 General Information 174 System Diagram 175 Optional Accessories 180 Product Codes 181 Specifications 185 Index Table of contents 15
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... until you press again to pause the recording. • The photos included in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that applies only to the model shown in the icon. • The following icons: DVSD...described. • : Reference page number within this manual. About this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF S10/VIXIA HF S100. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the . 16 Introduction Please read this Manual Thank you ...
... until you press again to pause the recording. • The photos included in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that applies only to the model shown in the icon. • The following icons: DVSD...described. • : Reference page number within this manual. About this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF S10/VIXIA HF S100. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the . 16 Introduction Please read this Manual Thank you ...
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Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-807 Battery PackW XWL-D88 Wireless Controller (incl. CR2025 lithium button battery) STV-250N Stereo Video CableW Yellow • Red • White plugs XCTC-100/S Component Cable Red • Green • Blue plugs IFC-400PCU USB CableW 18 Introduction
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-807 Battery PackW XWL-D88 Wireless Controller (incl. CR2025 lithium button battery) STV-250N Stereo Video CableW Yellow • Red • White plugs XCTC-100/S Component Cable Red • Green • Blue plugs IFC-400PCU USB CableW 18 Introduction
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...back movies. • DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk CD-ROM* and Installation Guide - Software for saving and transferring movies. - For more details, refer to the camcorder music data for transferring to the 'Music Transfer Utility Software Guide' and 'ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' on the PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM. ... are supplied with the supplied PIXELA applications, Music Transfer Utility and ImageMixer 3 SE Video Tools. Software for exclusive use with the camcorder: • PIXELA Application - ImageMixer 3 SE Transfer Utility - The music files on PDF file).
...back movies. • DIGITAL VIDEO Solution Disk CD-ROM* and Installation Guide - Software for saving and transferring movies. - For more details, refer to the camcorder music data for transferring to the 'Music Transfer Utility Software Guide' and 'ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide' on the PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM. ... are supplied with the supplied PIXELA applications, Music Transfer Utility and ImageMixer 3 SE Video Tools. Software for exclusive use with the camcorder: • PIXELA Application - ImageMixer 3 SE Transfer Utility - The music files on PDF file).
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Recording Photos Zoom ( 47), Exposure ( 70) Light metering mode ( 104) Drive mode ( 102) Photo quality/size ( 94) Self timer ( 69) Number of available photos On the memory card In the built-in memory Playing Movies (During Playback) Camcorder shake warning ( AF frame ( 142) Focus and exposure lock ( Flash ( 100) 143) 93) Data code ( 78, 145) Scene number Joystick guide ( 35) 24 Introduction
Recording Photos Zoom ( 47), Exposure ( 70) Light metering mode ( 104) Drive mode ( 102) Photo quality/size ( 94) Self timer ( 69) Number of available photos On the memory card In the built-in memory Playing Movies (During Playback) Camcorder shake warning ( AF frame ( 142) Focus and exposure lock ( Flash ( 100) 143) 93) Data code ( 78, 145) Scene number Joystick guide ( 35) 24 Introduction
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... When is displayed in memory, only) or " End" (memory card) will be displayed accurately. • Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may decrease by 2 photos at once. 26 Introduction Memory operation Record, Record pause...off without displaying . • The first time you attach an empty battery pack, the power may not be indicated accurately. • When the camcorder is no memory card in green. • Depending on the memory, " End" (built-in red, replace the battery pack with the [ Cine...
... When is displayed in memory, only) or " End" (memory card) will be displayed accurately. • Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may decrease by 2 photos at once. 26 Introduction Memory operation Record, Record pause...off without displaying . • The first time you attach an empty battery pack, the power may not be indicated accurately. • When the camcorder is no memory card in green. • Depending on the memory, " End" (built-in red, replace the battery pack with the [ Cine...
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... on pages 176-177. 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the tables on , the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery... pack is fully charged. After a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you learn more about your camcorder. ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator Preparations 27 Charge the battery pack before use. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery ...
... on pages 176-177. 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the tables on , the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery... pack is fully charged. After a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you learn more about your camcorder. ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator Preparations 27 Charge the battery pack before use. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery ...
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... IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power... 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). After pressing POWER to Troubleshooting ( 152). BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder before , to ensure a full charge. 28 Preparations • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to turn off the...
... IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power... 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). After pressing POWER to Troubleshooting ( 152). BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder before , to ensure a full charge. 28 Preparations • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to turn off the...
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...Controller and Accessories First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller. 1 Press the tab in the direction of the camcorder. Tab To use the wireless controller from the front of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2 Place the lithium button battery ... 3 Insert the battery holder. You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to use the wireless controller Point the wireless controller at the camcorder's remote sensor when you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is situated under...
...Controller and Accessories First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller. 1 Press the tab in the direction of the camcorder. Tab To use the wireless controller from the front of the arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2 Place the lithium button battery ... 3 Insert the battery holder. You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to use the wireless controller Point the wireless controller at the camcorder's remote sensor when you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is situated under...
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... with the wireless controller from the front. 180° 180° 90° Subject can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. With the camcorder on the LCD backlight to use the LCD screen. pressed down for more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to be useful in bright... LCD screen NOTES • About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 2 seconds. To allow the camcorder to specification. Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can be operated with the self timer. -
... with the wireless controller from the front. 180° 180° 90° Subject can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. With the camcorder on the LCD backlight to use the LCD screen. pressed down for more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to be useful in bright... LCD screen NOTES • About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 2 seconds. To allow the camcorder to specification. Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can be operated with the self timer. -
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... icon Operation Dual Shot Record video and take photos easily, letting the camcorder take care of the camera mode dial. Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Recording When recording video or photos, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of all the settings - Recording... of the dedicated recording modes to enjoy full access to the menus and advanced functions and change the camcorder's settings to bother with detailed camcorder settings. Recording photos ( 93). NOTES • Only the following buttons/functions are available in - mode. 47).
... icon Operation Dual Shot Record video and take photos easily, letting the camcorder take care of the camera mode dial. Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Recording When recording video or photos, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of all the settings - Recording... of the dedicated recording modes to enjoy full access to the menus and advanced functions and change the camcorder's settings to bother with detailed camcorder settings. Recording photos ( 93). NOTES • Only the following buttons/functions are available in - mode. 47).
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Size/quality of the camera mode dial and the Camera/Play button. Playback For playback, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of photos - • In mode menus cannot be accessed, but the following settings can use the Special Scene ...
Size/quality of the camera mode dial and the Camera/Play button. Playback For playback, the camcorder's operating mode is determined by the position of photos - • In mode menus cannot be accessed, but the following settings can use the Special Scene ...
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With some functions, you will need to make further adjustments ( ). • mode: First, select ( ) a "row" of the camcorder's functions can also maximize ( ) the joystick guide to select an item or change the setting. you can still adjust or turn on the screen, press ... from the menus that appear depend on the left or right ( , ) to select another function or hide ( ) it . Press the joystick itself ( ) to operate the camcorder's menus. then, press to operate the function in the middle or push the joystick ( or ) to operate the function on the operating mode. • , or...
With some functions, you will need to make further adjustments ( ). • mode: First, select ( ) a "row" of the camcorder's functions can also maximize ( ) the joystick guide to select an item or change the setting. you can still adjust or turn on the screen, press ... from the menus that appear depend on the left or right ( , ) to select another function or hide ( ) it . Press the joystick itself ( ) to operate the camcorder's menus. then, press to operate the function in the middle or push the joystick ( or ) to operate the function on the operating mode. • , or...