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... SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. However, there is encouraged to try to correct... FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF M40 A / VIXIA HF M41 A / VIXIA HF M400 A systems This device complies with class B limits in a residential installation. If this...WARNING: To reduce the risk of copyrighted materials may cause harmful interference to copyright laws. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Important Introduction Usage Instructions WARNING! COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized ...
... SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. However, there is encouraged to try to correct... FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF M40 A / VIXIA HF M41 A / VIXIA HF M400 A systems This device complies with class B limits in a residential installation. If this...WARNING: To reduce the risk of copyrighted materials may cause harmful interference to copyright laws. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Important Introduction Usage Instructions WARNING! COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized ...
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...exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 13 Read Instructions - Do not use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 11 Unplug this product near any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus...20 Water and Moisture - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF M40 A / VIXIA HF M41 A / VIXIA HF M400 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to qualified service...
...exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 13 Read Instructions - Do not use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 11 Unplug this product near any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus...20 Water and Moisture - IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF M40 A / VIXIA HF M41 A / VIXIA HF M400 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to qualified service...
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... CD-ROMs 20 Names of Parts Preparations 24 Getting Started 24 Charging the Battery Pack 26 Preparing the Accessories 29 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 31 Using the Viewfinder 32 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 32 Using the Touch Screen ...
... CD-ROMs 20 Names of Parts Preparations 24 Getting Started 24 Charging the Battery Pack 26 Preparing the Accessories 29 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 31 Using the Viewfinder 32 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 32 Using the Touch Screen ...
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Additional Information 146 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 146 FUNC. Panel 149 Setup Menus 161 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 165 Trouble? 165 Troubleshooting 172 List of Messages 179 Do's and Don'ts 179 Handling Precautions 184 Maintenance/Others 185 Using the Camcorder Abroad 186 General Information 186 Accessories 187 Optional Accessories 193 Product Codes 194 Specifications 198 Index Table of contents 15
Additional Information 146 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 146 FUNC. Panel 149 Setup Menus 161 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 165 Trouble? 165 Troubleshooting 172 List of Messages 179 Do's and Don'ts 179 Handling Precautions 184 Maintenance/Others 185 Using the Camcorder Abroad 186 General Information 186 Accessories 187 Optional Accessories 193 Product Codes 194 Specifications 198 Index Table of contents 15
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CR2025 lithium button battery) Stylus PenW XHTC-100/S HDMI Cable STV-250N Stereo Video CableW XQuick Guide IFC-300PCU/S USB CableW XInstallation Guide for PIXELA's Software 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-808 Battery PackW XWL-D89 Wireless Controller (incl.
CR2025 lithium button battery) Stylus PenW XHTC-100/S HDMI Cable STV-250N Stereo Video CableW XQuick Guide IFC-300PCU/S USB CableW XInstallation Guide for PIXELA's Software 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-808 Battery PackW XWL-D89 Wireless Controller (incl.
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Therefore, charge them on how to recycle this battery. Preparing the Accessories Wireless Controller First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller. 1 Press the tab in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (...
Therefore, charge them on how to recycle this battery. Preparing the Accessories Wireless Controller First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller. 1 Press the tab in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (...
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... weather and water conditions. In addition, water absorbs red light, which causes objects to the shooting conditions. This will appear on the accessory. When a commercially available wide-converter or other accessory is ever-changing, depending on the subject. - Operating modes: [FUNC.] 8 [Image Stabilizer] 8 Desired IS mode 8 [a] Options ( Default value) [ Dynamic]...
... weather and water conditions. In addition, water absorbs red light, which causes objects to the shooting conditions. This will appear on the accessory. When a commercially available wide-converter or other accessory is ever-changing, depending on the subject. - Operating modes: [FUNC.] 8 [Image Stabilizer] 8 Desired IS mode 8 [a] Options ( Default value) [ Dynamic]...
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...The noise output in a playback mode, the function of the AV OUT/X terminal will appear on the screen. When a compatible accessory is attached to your camcorder, refer to expand its functionality. IMPORTANT • When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume ...to an appropriate level. • Do not connect the headphones to AV output when you can attach to the camcorder a range of optional accessories to Accessories (0 186). NOTES • Use commercially available headphones with your hearing. For details about how to attach and use with a ∅ 3.5 mm...
...The noise output in a playback mode, the function of the AV OUT/X terminal will appear on the screen. When a compatible accessory is attached to your camcorder, refer to expand its functionality. IMPORTANT • When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume ...to an appropriate level. • Do not connect the headphones to AV output when you can attach to the camcorder a range of optional accessories to Accessories (0 186). NOTES • Use commercially available headphones with your hearing. For details about how to attach and use with a ∅ 3.5 mm...
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... with 5.1ch surround sound. Using an External Microphone When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the accessory used with this logo to ensure compatibility with the mini advanced shoe. In such case, we recommend using the optional external microphone, refer to the... instruction manual of the camcorder's internal machinery. Refer to the mini advanced shoe. Video 111 NOTES • Accessories designed for video accessories bearing this camcorder. Look for the Advanced...
... with 5.1ch surround sound. Using an External Microphone When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the accessory used with this logo to ensure compatibility with the mini advanced shoe. In such case, we recommend using the optional external microphone, refer to the... instruction manual of the camcorder's internal machinery. Refer to the mini advanced shoe. Video 111 NOTES • Accessories designed for video accessories bearing this camcorder. Look for the Advanced...
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... recording level manually (0 105) or activate the microphone attenuator with this camcorder. Using an External Video Light You can enjoy the full effect of the accessory used. • The optional VFL-2 Video Flash Light cannot be used as a flash with the 7 8 [Microphone Attenuator] setting. • When using the supplied HDMI cable...
... recording level manually (0 105) or activate the microphone attenuator with this camcorder. Using an External Video Light You can enjoy the full effect of the accessory used. • The optional VFL-2 Video Flash Light cannot be used as a flash with the 7 8 [Microphone Attenuator] setting. • When using the supplied HDMI cable...
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... controller. Set 88[Photo Numbering] to [AV]. During wireless transfer, wireless communication may help when the wireless connection is not strong enough. - Memory Card and Accessories Cannot insert the memory card. - Insert it into memory card slot X. Delete some space or replace the memory card. - The wireless controller will not work...
... controller. Set 88[Photo Numbering] to [AV]. During wireless transfer, wireless communication may help when the wireless connection is not strong enough. - Memory Card and Accessories Cannot insert the memory card. - Insert it into memory card slot X. Delete some space or replace the memory card. - The wireless controller will not work...
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... differs from area to area) Computer Card reader/writer TV/HDTV VCR/DVD recorder Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. 1 SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap Ak ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller 2 WS-...
... differs from area to area) Computer Card reader/writer TV/HDTV VCR/DVD recorder Optional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages. 1 SS-600/SS-650 Shoulder Strap Ak ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller 2 WS-...
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... use battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark, the camcorder will communicate with Intelligent System. tery does not match the external design of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 4 Battery Packs When you use and charge these battery packs with camcorders and chargers compatible with...
... use battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark, the camcorder will communicate with Intelligent System. tery does not match the external design of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis. 4 Battery Packs When you use and charge these battery packs with camcorders and chargers compatible with...
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gS SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. 192 Additional Information This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories.
gS SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark. 192 Additional Information This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories.
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... Power Adapter BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller STV-250N Stereo Video Cable 8468A002AA 2740B002AA D83-0790-000 3067A002AA (D82-0590-002) Optional Accessories BP-809 Battery Pack BP-819 Battery Pack BP-827 Battery Pack CG-800 Battery Charger TL-H43 Tele-converter WD-H43 Wide-converter FS...
... Power Adapter BP-808 Battery Pack WL-D89 Wireless Controller STV-250N Stereo Video Cable 8468A002AA 2740B002AA D83-0790-000 3067A002AA (D82-0590-002) Optional Accessories BP-809 Battery Pack BP-819 Battery Pack BP-827 Battery Pack CG-800 Battery Charger TL-H43 Tele-converter WD-H43 Wide-converter FS...
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..., personal use of original purchase, labor will return-ship the equipment at no responsibility under applicable laws or regulations. Non-Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which are contacted right away should there be exchanged for new parts or comparable rebuilt parts for... United States. CANON USA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, 201 The Equipment is warranted under this limited warranty for a particular purpose. This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for...
..., personal use of original purchase, labor will return-ship the equipment at no responsibility under applicable laws or regulations. Non-Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which are contacted right away should there be exchanged for new parts or comparable rebuilt parts for... United States. CANON USA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, 201 The Equipment is warranted under this limited warranty for a particular purpose. This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for...
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... must be exchanged for commercial, professional or industrial purposes. LIMITATIONS Except as otherwise required by applicable legislation, this Equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required. NOTICE TO CONSUMER If you plan to take important videos or if the product has not ...shipping charges prepaid, together with the Equipment that do not conform to use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with a copy of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada. Canon Canada assumes no liability for this warranty is in lieu of all defects except ...
... must be exchanged for commercial, professional or industrial purposes. LIMITATIONS Except as otherwise required by applicable legislation, this Equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required. NOTICE TO CONSUMER If you plan to take important videos or if the product has not ...shipping charges prepaid, together with the Equipment that do not conform to use of accessories, attachments, products, supplies, parts or devices with a copy of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada. Canon Canada assumes no liability for this warranty is in lieu of all defects except ...