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...with any interference, including interference that to copyright laws. 2 FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF G30 systems This device complies with Part 15 of the packet. Therefore, the transmitter will be...occur, but such findings have not found to comply with class B limits in the manual. Low power wireless devices emit low levels of batteries are associated with Industry Canada license... that any biological effects. Frequecncy Tolerance: 25 ppm Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) The Mains plug is required to...
...with any interference, including interference that to copyright laws. 2 FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF G30 systems This device complies with Part 15 of the packet. Therefore, the transmitter will be...occur, but such findings have not found to comply with class B limits in the manual. Low power wireless devices emit low levels of batteries are associated with Industry Canada license... that any biological effects. Frequecncy Tolerance: 25 ppm Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) The Mains plug is required to...
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..., that produce heat. 8 Do not defeat the safety purpose of time. 12 Refer all instructions. 5 Do not use this instruction manual. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the... battery is in the literature accompanying the product. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF G30 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to rain...
..., that produce heat. 8 Do not defeat the safety purpose of time. 12 Refer all instructions. 5 Do not use this instruction manual. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the... battery is in the literature accompanying the product. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF G30 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to rain...
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...). • This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used on the camcorder's settings, onscreen displays and in this manual signifies Wi-Fi Protected Setup. • The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • JavaScript is a trademark ...trademarks of Cisco in the U.S. No license is a trademark or registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
...). • This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used on the camcorder's settings, onscreen displays and in this manual signifies Wi-Fi Protected Setup. • The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • JavaScript is a trademark ...trademarks of Cisco in the U.S. No license is a trademark or registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
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... of situations in the camcorder. Operability Emphasis on versatility This camcorder has features to make recordings that you can have the camcorder in manual focus but is also small enough to both memory cards and even record on it (A 55). Wide zoom lens With a focal ... the camcorder has superb wide-angle shooting capability. You can track and focus on both memory cards using Dynamic IS. Highlights of the VIXIA HF G30 The Canon VIXIA HF G30 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of the many functions featured in the field....
... of situations in the camcorder. Operability Emphasis on versatility This camcorder has features to make recordings that you can have the camcorder in manual focus but is also small enough to both memory cards and even record on it (A 55). Wide zoom lens With a focal ... the camcorder has superb wide-angle shooting capability. You can track and focus on both memory cards using Dynamic IS. Highlights of the VIXIA HF G30 The Canon VIXIA HF G30 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it ideal in a variety of the many functions featured in the field....
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... 60 Advanced Image Stabilization 61 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 62 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs 63 Exposure Adjustment 65 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program 65 Exposure Compensation 66 White Balance 68 Special Scene Recording Programs 70 Image Effects 72 Setting the Time Code ...Level 81 Wind Screen (Built-in Microphone) 81 Microphone Attenuator 82 Audio Equalizer (Built-in Microphone) 82 Microphone Directionality (Built-in this Manual 11 Conventions Used in Microphone) 83 Switching the Input (MIC Terminal) 84 Low Cut Filter (MIC Terminal) 84 Audio Mix 84 Using...
... 60 Advanced Image Stabilization 61 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 62 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs 63 Exposure Adjustment 65 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program 65 Exposure Compensation 66 White Balance 68 Special Scene Recording Programs 70 Image Effects 72 Setting the Time Code ...Level 81 Wind Screen (Built-in Microphone) 81 Microphone Attenuator 82 Audio Equalizer (Built-in Microphone) 82 Microphone Directionality (Built-in this Manual 11 Conventions Used in Microphone) 83 Switching the Input (MIC Terminal) 84 Low Cut Filter (MIC Terminal) 84 Audio Mix 84 Using...
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...Recordings by 10 E-mail 136 Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point 138 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 138 Searching for Access Points 139 Manual Setup 140 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings 141 10 Additional Information 143 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 143 FUNC. Sharing Recordings with... CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 133 Setting the Desired Web Services in Rechargeable Lithium Battery 171 Lithium Button Battery 172 Disposal 172 Maintenance/Others 173 Cleaning ...
...Recordings by 10 E-mail 136 Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point 138 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 138 Searching for Access Points 139 Manual Setup 140 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings 141 10 Additional Information 143 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 143 FUNC. Sharing Recordings with... CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 133 Setting the Desired Web Services in Rechargeable Lithium Battery 171 Lithium Button Battery 172 Disposal 172 Maintenance/Others 173 Cleaning ...
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...and the viewfinder screen. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 157). 11 Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures... the function described. • A: Reference page number within this manual. • The following terms are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. • Some screenshots in this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G30.
...and the viewfinder screen. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 157). 11 Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures... the function described. • A: Reference page number within this manual. • The following terms are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. • Some screenshots in this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G30.
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In this Manual The three sets of the lens barrel) to other onscreen messages and displays. throughout the zoom range, measured from the front of icons indicate the ...
In this Manual The three sets of the lens barrel) to other onscreen messages and displays. throughout the zoom range, measured from the front of icons indicate the ...
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...CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this PDF file). - Software for ImageBrowser EX. Contains the following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder: • Data Import Utility CD-ROM - Refer to Saving Recordings to fully install the software. The supplied VIXIA 14 CD-ROM contains an... components. - An Internet connection is required to a Computer (A 108). ImageBrowser EX - Use Data Import Utility to transfer your photos. The full-version instruction manual of the software (on PDF file). • Canon VIXIA CD-ROM. Instruction...
...CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this PDF file). - Software for ImageBrowser EX. Contains the following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder: • Data Import Utility CD-ROM - Refer to Saving Recordings to fully install the software. The supplied VIXIA 14 CD-ROM contains an... components. - An Internet connection is required to a Computer (A 108). ImageBrowser EX - Use Data Import Utility to transfer your photos. The full-version instruction manual of the software (on PDF file). • Canon VIXIA CD-ROM. Instruction...
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... recordings a cinematic look and use cinema-look filters to n. This operating mode is suitable if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual) mode Set the mode switch to create unique movies (A 50). With the intuitive touch screen interface you concentrate on recording (A 39). Basic Operation of all...
... recordings a cinematic look and use cinema-look filters to n. This operating mode is suitable if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual) mode Set the mode switch to create unique movies (A 50). With the intuitive touch screen interface you concentrate on recording (A 39). Basic Operation of all...
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... menus will include only the tab of the desired menu and the setting name. If necessary, refer back to settings in the text to this manual, navigating the setup menus is inside the selection bar, touch [æ]. 6 Touch the desired option and then touch [X]. • You can touch [X] to close the...
... menus will include only the tab of the desired menu and the setting name. If necessary, refer back to settings in the text to this manual, navigating the setup menus is inside the selection bar, touch [æ]. 6 Touch the desired option and then touch [X]. • You can touch [X] to close the...
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... on the screen may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory card. - Shooting method Icon Most general situations; Canon shall not be set the image stabilization mode manually (A 61). Zooming out (zooming toward S) È (Powered IS)* Close-up of a subject  (Macro IS) Remaining stationary, such as when using...
... on the screen may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory card. - Shooting method Icon Most general situations; Canon shall not be set the image stabilization mode manually (A 61). Zooming out (zooming toward S) È (Powered IS)* Close-up of a subject  (Macro IS) Remaining stationary, such as when using...
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...will also start or stop recording. • When the camcorder switches form recording on or flashing. NOTES • When you set to n (Manual), you can help you with the settings, for any loss or corruption of the camcorder's settings to your recordings regularly (A 108), especially after...With the supplied software, Data Import Utility, you can join such split files into a single scene and save it on a computer (A 108). Canon shall not be split approximately every 4 GB. Even in such case, playback will be liable for example, by using Special Scene recording programs (A...
...will also start or stop recording. • When the camcorder switches form recording on or flashing. NOTES • When you set to n (Manual), you can help you with the settings, for any loss or corruption of the camcorder's settings to your recordings regularly (A 108), especially after...With the supplied software, Data Import Utility, you can join such split files into a single scene and save it on a computer (A 108). Canon shall not be split approximately every 4 GB. Even in such case, playback will be liable for example, by using Special Scene recording programs (A...
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...the focusing distance will not be adjusted automatically. You have the option to further adjust the focus manually as you focus more accurately. Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment You can adjust the focus manually and use the peaking function to assist you or you can let the camcorder focus for the distance... the focus/zoom ring to further adjust the focus. • The center of the focus/zoom ring. • You can use peaking to focus manually. Manual Focus Use the focus/zoom ring to help you adjust the focus with the focus/zoom ring. You can also use the q > [Focus/Zoom Ring...
...the focusing distance will not be adjusted automatically. You have the option to further adjust the focus manually as you focus more accurately. Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment You can adjust the focus manually and use the peaking function to assist you or you can let the camcorder focus for the distance... the focus/zoom ring to further adjust the focus. • The center of the focus/zoom ring. • You can use peaking to focus manually. Manual Focus Use the focus/zoom ring to help you adjust the focus with the focus/zoom ring. You can also use the q > [Focus/Zoom Ring...
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... that preset focus position instantly. 1 Open the focus/zoom controls. [FUNC.] > [< Focus] 2 Touch [D]. 3 Use Touch AF or turn off . Focus Adjustment Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set the preset focus position. 5 After adjusting the focus, touch [ON] to return to the preset focus position. • Touch [SET] again to...
... that preset focus position instantly. 1 Open the focus/zoom controls. [FUNC.] > [< Focus] 2 Touch [D]. 3 Use Touch AF or turn off . Focus Adjustment Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set the preset focus position. 5 After adjusting the focus, touch [ON] to return to the preset focus position. • Touch [SET] again to...
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... is activated, the camcorder continuously adjusts the focus on the subject than when using autofocus, you can turn the focus/zoom ring to focus manually. The focusing range is made at a stable speed. The camcorder focuses more noticeable toward the wide angle end of the selected option appears ... 1 cm (0.39 in situations such as when focusing on a subject on the screen. Medium AF] Sets the autofocus to Instant AF. AE] or [n Manual Exposure] recording program and set p > [ND Filter] to appear blurred and is useful even when recording in the center of the lens barrel) to G...
... is activated, the camcorder continuously adjusts the focus on the subject than when using autofocus, you can turn the focus/zoom ring to focus manually. The focusing range is made at a stable speed. The camcorder focuses more noticeable toward the wide angle end of the selected option appears ... 1 cm (0.39 in situations such as when focusing on a subject on the screen. Medium AF] Sets the autofocus to Instant AF. AE] or [n Manual Exposure] recording program and set p > [ND Filter] to appear blurred and is useful even when recording in the center of the lens barrel) to G...
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... frame will appear around the subject and track it as pets. If the function was turned off, perform the following cases. In such case, focus manually. - Reflective surfaces - Through dirty or wet windows - By default, face detection & tracking are activated. To select the main subject If there is more than [ü...
... frame will appear around the subject and track it as pets. If the function was turned off, perform the following cases. In such case, focus manually. - Reflective surfaces - Through dirty or wet windows - By default, face detection & tracking are activated. To select the main subject If there is more than [ü...
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... subject. • In certain cases, the camcorder may not be used by the camcorder is 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is detected and use manual focus for all other scenes. Subjects lacking sufficient contrast. - The camcorder will make it easier to 23.98P). - Fast moving subjects. -
... subject. • In certain cases, the camcorder may not be used by the camcorder is 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is detected and use manual focus for all other scenes. Subjects lacking sufficient contrast. - The camcorder will make it easier to 23.98P). - Fast moving subjects. -
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... be used. Operating modes: 62 POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the AGC limit adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [x AGC Limit] > [n Manual] • Touch [m Automatic] to remove the AGC limit. 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to set to get a brighter picture. Automatic Gain...
... be used. Operating modes: 62 POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the AGC limit adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [x AGC Limit] > [n Manual] • Touch [m Automatic] to remove the AGC limit. 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to set to get a brighter picture. Automatic Gain...
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... work well. 64 - Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If the screen starts to 1/100. • [" Aperture-Pri. Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure. • If you can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value with fast shutter speeds. - When recording in dark surroundings, you set...
... work well. 64 - Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If the screen starts to 1/100. • [" Aperture-Pri. Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure. • If you can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value with fast shutter speeds. - When recording in dark surroundings, you set...