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...sunlight, fire, etc. Canon U.S.A., Inc. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product to stop operation of FCC Rules. The exclamation point, within the product's enclosure, that interference will not occur in the manual. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF G10 A systems This device ...TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Tel No. (516)328-5600 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock to radio communications. WARNING! One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are designed to the presence...
...sunlight, fire, etc. Canon U.S.A., Inc. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product to stop operation of FCC Rules. The exclamation point, within the product's enclosure, that interference will not occur in the manual. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF G10 A systems This device ...TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Tel No. (516)328-5600 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock to radio communications. WARNING! One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. CAUTION: • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are designed to the presence...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF G10 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of ...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF G10 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to grounding electrodes, and requirements for long periods of ...
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...range, which will let you to excel in low-light situations and produce a wide dynamic range. Operability Emphasis on versatility This camcorder has features to make dark areas in the picture appear brighter (0 59). Furthermore, you want them. Furthermore, you can make...This operation is simple yet allows you shoot in a variety of approximately 2.07 megapixels (1920x1080). Highlights of the VIXIA HF G10 The Canon VIXIA HF G10 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of -the-art DIGIC DV III image processor. The advanced image...
...range, which will let you to excel in low-light situations and produce a wide dynamic range. Operability Emphasis on versatility This camcorder has features to make dark areas in the picture appear brighter (0 59). Furthermore, you want them. Furthermore, you can make...This operation is simple yet allows you shoot in a variety of approximately 2.07 megapixels (1920x1080). Highlights of the VIXIA HF G10 The Canon VIXIA HF G10 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of -the-art DIGIC DV III image processor. The advanced image...
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... recordings on the device used *. Save or upload to your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 133). * Refer to the instruction manual of 6 Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (0 120) Play video directly memory card used , correct playback may not... be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible. Depending on the memory card using the camcorder. High Definition Standard Definition Convert your computer or...
... recordings on the device used *. Save or upload to your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 133). * Refer to the instruction manual of 6 Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (0 120) Play video directly memory card used , correct playback may not... be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible. Depending on the memory card using the camcorder. High Definition Standard Definition Convert your computer or...
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... Used in this Manual 10 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 12 Names of Parts 14 2 Preparations 20 Charging the Battery Pack 20 Preparing the Camcorder 22 Attaching the Lens Hood 22 Using the Viewfinder 22 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 23 Wireless Controller 25 Using a ... Date and Time 30 Changing the Language 30 Changing the Time Zone 31 Using a Memory Card 32 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 32 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 33 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 34 Relay Recording 34 Double Slot Recording 35 Initializing the Memory ...
... Used in this Manual 10 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 12 Names of Parts 14 2 Preparations 20 Charging the Battery Pack 20 Preparing the Camcorder 22 Attaching the Lens Hood 22 Using the Viewfinder 22 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 23 Wireless Controller 25 Using a ... Date and Time 30 Changing the Language 30 Changing the Time Zone 31 Using a Memory Card 32 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 32 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 33 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 34 Relay Recording 34 Double Slot Recording 35 Initializing the Memory ...
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... Music 112 Copying and Moving Scenes Within/ Between Stories 114 Selecting a Story's Thumbnail Image 115 Changing a Story's Title 116 7 External Connections 117 Terminals on the Camcorder 117 Connection Diagrams 118 Playback on a TV Screen 120
... Music 112 Copying and Moving Scenes Within/ Between Stories 114 Selecting a Story's Thumbnail Image 115 Changing a Story's Title 116 7 External Connections 117 Terminals on the Camcorder 117 Connection Diagrams 118 Playback on a TV Screen 120
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... Computer and Uploading your Videos 134 Converting Scenes into Standard Definition from a Story by Rating 135 Converting Only Part of Messages 158 9 Handling Precautions 164 Camcorder 164 Battery Pack 165 Memory Card 165 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery 166 Lithium Button Battery 166 Disposal 166 Maintenance/Others 167 Cleaning 167 Condensation...
... Computer and Uploading your Videos 134 Converting Scenes into Standard Definition from a Story by Rating 135 Converting Only Part of Messages 158 9 Handling Precautions 164 Camcorder 164 Battery Pack 165 Memory Card 165 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery 166 Lithium Button Battery 166 Disposal 166 Maintenance/Others 167 Cleaning 167 Condensation...
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..., refer 10 to show only relevant icons. Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions ...Camcorder Supplemental Disc. • The following terms are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. • Some screenshots in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to both. 1About this ManIunaltroduction Introduction About this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G10...
..., refer 10 to show only relevant icons. Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions ...Camcorder Supplemental Disc. • The following terms are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. • Some screenshots in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to both. 1About this ManIunaltroduction Introduction About this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G10...
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... On n] and then touch [a]. • n will appear on the screen. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to Using the Menus (0 28). The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The arrow is not available. The countdown appears on the screen. * 2 seconds when using the wireless controller. The... camcorder will cancel the self timer. - Pressing g, when recording movies. For example h. Photos: In record pause mode, touch [PHOTO]. The...
... On n] and then touch [a]. • n will appear on the screen. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to Using the Menus (0 28). The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The arrow is not available. The countdown appears on the screen. * 2 seconds when using the wireless controller. The... camcorder will cancel the self timer. - Pressing g, when recording movies. For example h. Photos: In record pause mode, touch [PHOTO]. The...
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power cord) BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller (incl. Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: 12 CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. CR2025 lithium button battery) Stylus Pen HTC-100/S HDMI Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable Lens hood Lens cap Installation Guide for PIXELA's Software
power cord) BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller (incl. Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: 12 CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. CR2025 lithium button battery) Stylus Pen HTC-100/S HDMI Cable STV-250N Stereo Video Cable IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable Lens hood Lens cap Installation Guide for PIXELA's Software
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...the image mix function (image mix frames). * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of Transfer Utility, you can be used as 13 "Camcorder Supplemental Disc"). Use Transfer Utility for saving and transferring movies and music files you can be used with the supplied PIXELA's software. Software for saving..., managing, and printing photos. - Music data - These music files are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM* - Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following components. -
...the image mix function (image mix frames). * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of Transfer Utility, you can be used as 13 "Camcorder Supplemental Disc"). Use Transfer Utility for saving and transferring movies and music files you can be used with the supplied PIXELA's software. Software for saving..., managing, and printing photos. - Music data - These music files are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM* - Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following components. -
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...directly using the compact power adapter. 2Charging the BPattreerypPaackrations Preparations Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be displayed accurately. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will start when the camcorder is turned off the camcorder. ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator The first time you turn off . ...attachment unit and slide it forward until the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack softly into a power outlet. 3 Connect the compact power adapter to the...
...directly using the compact power adapter. 2Charging the BPattreerypPaackrations Preparations Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be displayed accurately. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will start when the camcorder is turned off the camcorder. ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator The first time you turn off . ...attachment unit and slide it forward until the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack softly into a power outlet. 3 Connect the compact power adapter to the...
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... or the day before, to ensure a full charge. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to recycle this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or ...battery pack and then pull it out. After pressing x to discharge naturally. Charging the Battery Pack 21 BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data is recyclable. To remove the battery pack 1 Slide U in the direction of approx. 0 °C to 40 °C (32 ...
... or the day before, to ensure a full charge. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to recycle this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or ...battery pack and then pull it out. After pressing x to discharge naturally. Charging the Battery Pack 21 BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data is recyclable. To remove the battery pack 1 Slide U in the direction of approx. 0 °C to 40 °C (32 ...
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... section covers the basic preparations for the camcorder such as you prefer. • The LCD backlight setting (0 23) is common to the LCD ... also use the viewfinder. When attaching the lens hood, grip belt and straps, be careful not to drop the camcorder. 22 Attaching the Lens Hood Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and reduce the amount of stray light that... the lens hood is on the camcorder. 3 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment lever. • You can use the viewfinder when you can close ...
... section covers the basic preparations for the camcorder such as you prefer. • The LCD backlight setting (0 23) is common to the LCD ... also use the viewfinder. When attaching the lens hood, grip belt and straps, be careful not to drop the camcorder. 22 Attaching the Lens Hood Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and reduce the amount of stray light that... the lens hood is on the camcorder. 3 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment lever. • You can use the viewfinder when you can close ...
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...; About the LCD and viewfinder screens: The screens are produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with the self timer. - With the camcorder on (bright). Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. To allow the... camcorder to specification. Turn on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel...
...; About the LCD and viewfinder screens: The screens are produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with the self timer. - With the camcorder on (bright). Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. To allow the... camcorder to specification. Turn on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Preparing the Camcorder Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel...
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... of the recordings. 24 • For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to Handling Precautions (0 164), Cleaning (0 167). Preparing the Camcorder NOTES • Using the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack. • You can further adjust the brightness of the...
... of the recordings. 24 • For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to Handling Precautions (0 164), Cleaning (0 167). Preparing the Camcorder NOTES • Using the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack. • You can further adjust the brightness of the...
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... remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight. Using a Tripod You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the camcorder. NOTES • When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be operated at the...arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2 Place the lithium button battery with mounting screws longer than 6.5 mm (0.26 in the direction of the camcorder. Tab 25 To use the wireless controller Point the wireless controller at very close range, replace the battery. • The wireless controller may cause damage...
... remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight. Using a Tripod You can rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees to the camcorder. NOTES • When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be operated at the...arrow and pull out the battery holder. 2 Place the lithium button battery with mounting screws longer than 6.5 mm (0.26 in the direction of the camcorder. Tab 25 To use the wireless controller Point the wireless controller at very close range, replace the battery. • The wireless controller may cause damage...
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... force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to select the subject whom the camcorder will recognize as ballpoint pens. - Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands. - Used to start playing back a scene in an ... While applying pressure, swipe your fingernails or hard-tipped objects other than the supplied stylus pen, such as the main subject of the Camcorder Using the Touch Screen The control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically depending on the touch screen. Attaching...
... force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to select the subject whom the camcorder will recognize as ballpoint pens. - Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands. - Used to start playing back a scene in an ... While applying pressure, swipe your fingernails or hard-tipped objects other than the supplied stylus pen, such as the main subject of the Camcorder Using the Touch Screen The control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically depending on the touch screen. Attaching...
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...be the same currently used for more than 2 seconds to menus, settings and advanced functions (0 41). Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Recording In recording mode, the camcorder's operating mode is suitable if you concentrate on the wireless controller for recording. • You can press S when the... camcorder is off to create unique movies (0 101). Enjoy full access to switch between camera (recording) mode and playback mode. Operating mode Operation...
...be the same currently used for more than 2 seconds to menus, settings and advanced functions (0 41). Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes Recording In recording mode, the camcorder's operating mode is suitable if you concentrate on the wireless controller for recording. • You can press S when the... camcorder is off to create unique movies (0 101). Enjoy full access to switch between camera (recording) mode and playback mode. Operating mode Operation...
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Basic Operation of the Camcorder Using the Menus Many of the desired function Edit Panel Operating modes: Touch [Edit] to display a panel showing available operations (copying, deleting, etc.), and then ... a convenient overview of the desired function. In mode, access to set or adjust. FUNC. FUNC. Edit panel in mode Touch the control button of the camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the FUNC. panel and then touch the function you want to functions is limited. panel and the setup menus.
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Using the Menus Many of the desired function Edit Panel Operating modes: Touch [Edit] to display a panel showing available operations (copying, deleting, etc.), and then ... a convenient overview of the desired function. In mode, access to set or adjust. FUNC. FUNC. Edit panel in mode Touch the control button of the camcorder's functions can be adjusted from the FUNC. panel and then touch the function you want to functions is limited. panel and the setup menus.