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... countries. • "AVCHD", "AVCHD Progressive" and the "AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). • This product is granted or implied for any other countries. • HDMI...
... countries. • "AVCHD", "AVCHD Progressive" and the "AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). • This product is granted or implied for any other countries. • HDMI...
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... an external monitor set to which applies a gamma curve with ease (A 85). Furthermore, you can have the camcorder in focus. Dual recording is convenient, for . Highlights of the Camcorder The Canon VIXIA HF G21 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in low-light situations and achieve improved image stabilization. The camera also...
... an external monitor set to which applies a gamma curve with ease (A 85). Furthermore, you can have the camcorder in focus. Dual recording is convenient, for . Highlights of the Camcorder The Canon VIXIA HF G21 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in low-light situations and achieve improved image stabilization. The camera also...
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... 24 Changing the Language 25 Changing the Time Zone 25 Using the Menus 26 Using a Memory Card 28 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 28 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 29 Initializing a Memory Card 29 Selecting the Memory Card for Recordings 30 Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/ MP4)...-in this Manual 8 Supplied Accessories 10 Names of Parts 11 2 Preparations 15 Attaching the Ferrite Core 15 Charging the Battery Pack 15 Preparing the Camcorder 18 Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap 18 Using the Viewfinder 18 Adjusting the LCD Screen 19 Grip Belt and Straps 20 Basic Operation...
... 24 Changing the Language 25 Changing the Time Zone 25 Using the Menus 26 Using a Memory Card 28 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 28 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 29 Initializing a Memory Card 29 Selecting the Memory Card for Recordings 30 Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/ MP4)...-in this Manual 8 Supplied Accessories 10 Names of Parts 11 2 Preparations 15 Attaching the Ferrite Core 15 Charging the Battery Pack 15 Preparing the Camcorder 18 Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap 18 Using the Viewfinder 18 Adjusting the LCD Screen 19 Grip Belt and Straps 20 Basic Operation...
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... 109 FUNC. Menu 109 Setup Menus 110 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 119 Troubleshooting 123 List of Messages 127 Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 132 Camcorder 133 Battery Pack 134 Memory Card 134 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery 135 Disposal 135 Maintenance/Others 136 Cleaning 136 Condensation 136 Viewing the Certification...
... 109 FUNC. Menu 109 Setup Menus 110 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 119 Troubleshooting 123 List of Messages 127 Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 132 Camcorder 133 Battery Pack 134 Memory Card 134 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery 135 Disposal 135 Maintenance/Others 136 Cleaning 136 Condensation 136 Viewing the Certification...
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...8226; The photos included in this manual are used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: ...camcorder's camera mode. - "Screen" refers to MEDIA mode. - Failing to Troubleshooting (A 123). Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer 8 to do not disconnect the USB cable. 1About this ManIunaltroduction Introduction About this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G21...
...8226; The photos included in this manual are used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: ...camcorder's camera mode. - "Screen" refers to MEDIA mode. - Failing to Troubleshooting (A 123). Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer 8 to do not disconnect the USB cable. 1About this ManIunaltroduction Introduction About this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G21...
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... the Camera Mode (A 22). For 9 details, refer to Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) (A 31). : Indicates whether the : Indicates the camera camcorder is 1 cm (0.39 in shooting (CAMERA) or mode. throughout the zoom range, measured from the front of icons indicate the operating mode and whether a ...function is activated, the camcorder continuously adjusts the focus on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus (A 26). For details, refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A 21).
... the Camera Mode (A 22). For 9 details, refer to Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) (A 31). : Indicates whether the : Indicates the camera camcorder is 1 cm (0.39 in shooting (CAMERA) or mode. throughout the zoom range, measured from the front of icons indicate the operating mode and whether a ...function is activated, the camcorder continuously adjusts the focus on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus (A 26). For details, refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A 21).
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Supplied Accessories Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with lens barrier Lens cap Quick Guide power cord and ferrite core) BP-820 Battery Pack Lens hood with the camcorder: 10 CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl.
Supplied Accessories Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with lens barrier Lens cap Quick Guide power cord and ferrite core) BP-820 Battery Pack Lens hood with the camcorder: 10 CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl.
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Names of Parts Top view 14 1 2 Bottom view 3 9 4 5 10 6 11 7 8 12 1 Power switch (A 21) 2 POWER / CHG (battery charging) indicator (A 15) 3 Built-in stereo microphone (A 70) 4 Accessory shoe 5 Mode switch (A 22) 6 Camcorder zoom rocker (A 50) 7 ACCESS indicator (A 32) 8 Mini advanced shoe (A 69) 9 Lens hood mount index mark 10 Tripod socket For mounting the camcorder on a tripod with a mounting screw 6.5 mm (0.26 in.) or shorter. 11 BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 16) 12 Eye cup (A 18)
Names of Parts Top view 14 1 2 Bottom view 3 9 4 5 10 6 11 7 8 12 1 Power switch (A 21) 2 POWER / CHG (battery charging) indicator (A 15) 3 Built-in stereo microphone (A 70) 4 Accessory shoe 5 Mode switch (A 22) 6 Camcorder zoom rocker (A 50) 7 ACCESS indicator (A 32) 8 Mini advanced shoe (A 69) 9 Lens hood mount index mark 10 Tripod socket For mounting the camcorder on a tripod with a mounting screw 6.5 mm (0.26 in.) or shorter. 11 BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 16) 12 Eye cup (A 18)
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...2 Preparations Preparations Attaching the Ferrite Core Attaching the Ferrite Core Attach the enclosed ferrite core before you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. Pass the cable through the center of the core and wrap it around the core (as shown in the illustration), ...necessary to suppress RF interference. 15 Attach the ferrite core to the DC IN terminal). DC IN terminal 4 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it forward until it clicks in .) from the DC plug ...
...2 Preparations Preparations Attaching the Ferrite Core Attaching the Ferrite Core Attach the enclosed ferrite core before you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. Pass the cable through the center of the core and wrap it around the core (as shown in the illustration), ...necessary to suppress RF interference. 15 Attach the ferrite core to the DC IN terminal). DC IN terminal 4 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it forward until it clicks in .) from the DC plug ...
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Charging the Battery Pack 5 Charging will start when the camcorder is fully charged. 16 • If the indicator flashes, refer to Troubleshooting (A 125). 6 Disconnect the compact power adapter in ...battery pack charging). After a moment, the POWER/CHG indicator will turn off . POWER/CHG (battery charging) indicator • If the camcorder was on, the green POWER/CHG indicator will go out when you turn on in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed ...BATTERY RELEASE switch The red POWER/CHG indicator will go out when the battery pack is turned off the camcorder.
Charging the Battery Pack 5 Charging will start when the camcorder is fully charged. 16 • If the indicator flashes, refer to Troubleshooting (A 125). 6 Disconnect the compact power adapter in ...battery pack charging). After a moment, the POWER/CHG indicator will turn off . POWER/CHG (battery charging) indicator • If the camcorder was on, the green POWER/CHG indicator will go out when you turn on in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed ...BATTERY RELEASE switch The red POWER/CHG indicator will go out when the battery pack is turned off the camcorder.
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...will ensure that the remaining recording time will not be displayed accurately. • We recommend that is not expressly recommended for use the camcorder until the battery pack is updated on how to take care of the battery pack, refer to Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions (A 132)....We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). After you turn off the camcorder before , to ensure a full charge. • The first time you might need. • For charging times and approximate usage times, refer to Reference...
...will ensure that the remaining recording time will not be displayed accurately. • We recommend that is not expressly recommended for use the camcorder until the battery pack is updated on how to take care of the battery pack, refer to Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions (A 132)....We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). After you turn off the camcorder before , to ensure a full charge. • The first time you might need. • For charging times and approximate usage times, refer to Reference...
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Dioptric adjustment lever When attaching the lens hood, grip belt and straps, be careful not to drop the camcorder by placing it counterclockwise. Additionally, closing the lens barrier can help prevent fingerprints and dirt accumulation on the lens. 1 Remove the ...simultaneously. NOTES • Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it is difficult to turn it on the camcorder. 4 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment lever. Preparing the Camcorder Preparing the Camcorder This section covers the basic preparations for reducing stray light that can...
Dioptric adjustment lever When attaching the lens hood, grip belt and straps, be careful not to drop the camcorder by placing it counterclockwise. Additionally, closing the lens barrier can help prevent fingerprints and dirt accumulation on the lens. 1 Remove the ...simultaneously. NOTES • Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it is difficult to turn it on the camcorder. 4 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment lever. Preparing the Camcorder Preparing the Camcorder This section covers the basic preparations for reducing stray light that can...
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...Handling Precautions (A 133), Cleaning (A 136). To use the LCD screen and viewfinder simultaneously. Also, you can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the camcorder body. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Rotating the LCD toward the lens can be useful to ... • You cannot use the viewfinder, make sure you close the LCD panel. • Make sure you keep the eye cup attached when using the camcorder. • For details about how to take care of the LCD screen and viewfinder, refer to Handling Precautions (A 133), Cleaning (A 136). •...
...Handling Precautions (A 133), Cleaning (A 136). To use the LCD screen and viewfinder simultaneously. Also, you can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the camcorder body. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Rotating the LCD toward the lens can be useful to ... • You cannot use the viewfinder, make sure you close the LCD panel. • Make sure you keep the eye cup attached when using the camcorder. • For details about how to take care of the LCD screen and viewfinder, refer to Handling Precautions (A 133), Cleaning (A 136). •...
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Preparing the Camcorder Grip Belt and Straps Fasten the grip belt. • Adjust the grip belt so that you can use both for extra convenience and protection. Attaching an optional shoulder strap Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt, adjust the length and fasten. • You can reach the camcorder zoom rocker with your index finger, and the START/STOP button with your thumb. 20 Attaching an optional wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap.
Preparing the Camcorder Grip Belt and Straps Fasten the grip belt. • Adjust the grip belt so that you can use both for extra convenience and protection. Attaching an optional shoulder strap Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt, adjust the length and fasten. • You can reach the camcorder zoom rocker with your index finger, and the START/STOP button with your thumb. 20 Attaching an optional wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap.
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Basic Operation of the Camcorder Basic Operation of the Camcorder Turning the Camcorder On and Off You can choose to turn on in CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings or MEDIA ( ) mode for mode (A 88). Select the mode using the power switch. 21 To turn the camcorder on the camcorder Set the power switch to OFF. mode mode To turn off the camcorder Set the power switch to CAMERA for mode (A 32) or MEDIA for playing back recordings.
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Basic Operation of the Camcorder Turning the Camcorder On and Off You can choose to turn on in CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings or MEDIA ( ) mode for mode (A 88). Select the mode using the power switch. 21 To turn the camcorder on the camcorder Set the power switch to OFF. mode mode To turn off the camcorder Set the power switch to CAMERA for mode (A 32) or MEDIA for playing back recordings.
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... dynamically depending on recording (A 32). Using the Touch Screen The onscreen buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen. With this mode, the camcorder takes care of the Camcorder Setting the Camera Mode When making recordings, you just prefer not to bother with detailed...
... dynamically depending on recording (A 32). Using the Touch Screen The onscreen buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen. With this mode, the camcorder takes care of the Camcorder Setting the Camera Mode When making recordings, you just prefer not to bother with detailed...
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... hands. - button Press the button to select the menu item indicated by touching the triangle onscreen buttons. 23 IMPORTANT • The camcorder features a capacitive touch screen. Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - button and joystick instead of the...fingernails or hard-tipped objects, such as ballpoint pens. - Then, press the joystick itself (SET) to open the FUNC. On some of the camcorder's menus and screens using the touch panel. Joystick/SET button When making a menu selection, push the joystick to adjust slider controls like the volume....
... hands. - button Press the button to select the menu item indicated by touching the triangle onscreen buttons. 23 IMPORTANT • The camcorder features a capacitive touch screen. Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - button and joystick instead of the...fingernails or hard-tipped objects, such as ballpoint pens. - Then, press the joystick itself (SET) to open the FUNC. On some of the camcorder's menus and screens using the touch panel. Joystick/SET button When making a menu selection, push the joystick to adjust slider controls like the volume....
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... the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be displayed in short form (numbers instead of the camcorder before you can also push the joystick (ÍÎ) to change the field. 4 Set the correct date and time by changing all the ... [D.M.Y] to select the date format you prefer. • In some screens, the date will be lost. The [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set. 24 Operating modes: 1 Use the power switch to turn on with the [FUNC.] > [MENU] > q > [Date/Time] setting. • When ...
... the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be displayed in short form (numbers instead of the camcorder before you can also push the joystick (ÍÎ) to change the field. 4 Set the correct date and time by changing all the ... [D.M.Y] to select the date format you prefer. • In some screens, the date will be lost. The [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically when the camcorder's clock is not set. 24 Operating modes: 1 Use the power switch to turn on with the [FUNC.] > [MENU] > q > [Date/Time] setting. • When ...
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... Some onscreen buttons, such as [ZOOM], [FUNC.] and [MENU], will appear in English regardless of your destination when you can set the camcorder to retain the date and time of an additional location. If necessary, touch [$] to adjust for daylight saving time. 4 Touch [X] to navigate...the desired time zone. The default setting is English. First Time Settings Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is New York. In addition, the camcorder is necessary only when performing the procedure in 2 Touch the desired language and then touch [OK]. 3 Touch [X]...
... Some onscreen buttons, such as [ZOOM], [FUNC.] and [MENU], will appear in English regardless of your destination when you can set the camcorder to retain the date and time of an additional location. If necessary, touch [$] to adjust for daylight saving time. 4 Touch [X] to navigate...the desired time zone. The default setting is English. First Time Settings Changing the Language The default language of the camcorder is New York. In addition, the camcorder is necessary only when performing the procedure in 2 Touch the desired language and then touch [OK]. 3 Touch [X]...