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... OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. However, there is required to dripping or splashing. Canon U.S.A., Inc. WARNING! Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase ... TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. If such changes or modifications should be ...
... OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. However, there is required to dripping or splashing. Canon U.S.A., Inc. WARNING! Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase ... TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. If such changes or modifications should be ...
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... required when the apparatus has been damaged in confined narrow spaces. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use attachments/accessories specified by...
... required when the apparatus has been damaged in confined narrow spaces. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use attachments/accessories specified by...
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... Videos are then recorded in the memory in high definition, using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression and the audio signal is set to Canon camcorders compliant with amazing image quality and in lifelike vibrant colors is a standard for recording high-definition video. Decoration (0 97) You can...scanning lines). 2 Video is recorded at a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels2. Exciting Features and New Functions 1 High-Definition Video Your camcorder's full high-definition image sensor (Full HD CMOS) captures 1,080 lines video at this resolution only when the recording mode is recorded in ...
... Videos are then recorded in the memory in high definition, using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression and the audio signal is set to Canon camcorders compliant with amazing image quality and in lifelike vibrant colors is a standard for recording high-definition video. Decoration (0 97) You can...scanning lines). 2 Video is recorded at a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels2. Exciting Features and New Functions 1 High-Definition Video Your camcorder's full high-definition image sensor (Full HD CMOS) captures 1,080 lines video at this resolution only when the recording mode is recorded in ...
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... the best settings for beautiful results. You get spectacular recordings every time without worrying about settings. Dynamic IS (0 64) compensates for camcorder shake when you want to your subject Shoot or capture short scenes and arrange them into a video clip set to shoot. Face ...Detection (0 66) Image Stabilization The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for your favorite background music. Smart AUTO (0 43) Smart AUTO...
... the best settings for beautiful results. You get spectacular recordings every time without worrying about settings. Dynamic IS (0 64) compensates for camcorder shake when you want to your subject Shoot or capture short scenes and arrange them into a video clip set to shoot. Face ...Detection (0 66) Image Stabilization The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for your favorite background music. Smart AUTO (0 43) Smart AUTO...
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...supplied PIXELA's software (0 119, 125). Depending on the device used . In such case, play back the recordings on the memory card using the camcorder. 8 Save or upload to the instruction manual of card memory used , correct playback may not be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible.... AVCHD MPEG-2 Convert your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 125). 4 Refer to the Web. Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to your computer or a video sharing Web site. Eye-Fi Use an Eye-Fi ...
...supplied PIXELA's software (0 119, 125). Depending on the device used . In such case, play back the recordings on the memory card using the camcorder. 8 Save or upload to the instruction manual of card memory used , correct playback may not be possible even if the device is AVCHD-compatible.... AVCHD MPEG-2 Convert your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 125). 4 Refer to the Web. Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to your computer or a video sharing Web site. Eye-Fi Use an Eye-Fi ...
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...21 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Preparing the Accessories 27 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 29 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 29 Using the Touch Screen 30 Operating Modes 32 Using the Menus 34 First Time Settings 34 Setting the Date and Time 35 ...Changing the Language 35 Changing the Time Zone 36 Using a Memory Card 36 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 38 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 39 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 40 Relay Recording of Movies 41 Initializing the Memory 10 ...
...21 Charging the Battery Pack 24 Preparing the Accessories 27 Adjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD Screen 29 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 29 Using the Touch Screen 30 Operating Modes 32 Using the Menus 34 First Time Settings 34 Setting the Date and Time 35 ...Changing the Language 35 Changing the Time Zone 36 Using a Memory Card 36 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 38 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 39 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 40 Relay Recording of Movies 41 Initializing the Memory 10 ...
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... Deleting Photos 107 Additional Functions 107 Taking Photos in Flexible Recording Mode 108 Selecting Photo Size 109 Slideshow External Connections 111 Terminals on the Camcorder 112 Connection Diagrams 114 Playback on a TV Screen 116 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 116 Copying Recordings to a Memory Card 119 Saving Recordings on a Computer...
... Deleting Photos 107 Additional Functions 107 Taking Photos in Flexible Recording Mode 108 Selecting Photo Size 109 Slideshow External Connections 111 Terminals on the Camcorder 112 Connection Diagrams 114 Playback on a TV Screen 116 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 116 Copying Recordings to a Memory Card 119 Saving Recordings on a Computer...
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Additional Information 132 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 132 FUNC. Panel 136 Setup Menus 147 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 152 Trouble? 152 Troubleshooting 159 List of Messages 166 Do's and Don'ts 166 Handling Precautions 170 Maintenance/Others 171 Using the Camcorder Abroad 172 General Information 172 Accessories 173 Optional Accessories 176 Product Codes 177 Specifications 182 Index Table of contents 13
Additional Information 132 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 132 FUNC. Panel 136 Setup Menus 147 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 152 Trouble? 152 Troubleshooting 159 List of Messages 166 Do's and Don'ts 166 Handling Precautions 170 Maintenance/Others 171 Using the Camcorder Abroad 172 General Information 172 Accessories 173 Optional Accessories 176 Product Codes 177 Specifications 182 Index Table of contents 13
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Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R21 / VIXIA HF R20 / VIXIA HF R200. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the LCD screen. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the g ...• The photos included in this manual are used in this manual: When not specified as "memory card" or "built-in the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc, to the . 14 Introduction "Screen" refers to Troubleshooting (0 152). Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related ...
Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R21 / VIXIA HF R20 / VIXIA HF R200. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the LCD screen. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the g ...• The photos included in this manual are used in this manual: When not specified as "memory card" or "built-in the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc, to the . 14 Introduction "Screen" refers to Troubleshooting (0 152). Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related ...
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... Timer] 8 [A On n] 8 [a] • n appears. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to standb mode The names of physical buttons and switches on the camcorder are used to activate the autofocus and then fully. NOTES • Once the countdown has begun, any of all available menu options and settings, refer... to Operating Modes (0 30). Setting the camcorder to turn off the camcorder. - For movies: In record pause mode, press g. For photos: Press j, first halfway to abbreviate menu selections. Turning...
... Timer] 8 [A On n] 8 [a] • n appears. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to standb mode The names of physical buttons and switches on the camcorder are used to activate the autofocus and then fully. NOTES • Once the countdown has begun, any of all available menu options and settings, refer... to Operating Modes (0 30). Setting the camcorder to turn off the camcorder. - For movies: In record pause mode, press g. For photos: Press j, first halfway to abbreviate menu selections. Turning...
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Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-110 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable STV-250N Stereo Video CableW Yellow • Red • White plugs XHTC-100/S HDMI Cable Quick GuideW XStylus Pen * CA-110E including power cord, in Asia. 16 Introduction
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-110 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable STV-250N Stereo Video CableW Yellow • Red • White plugs XHTC-100/S HDMI Cable Quick GuideW XStylus Pen * CA-110E including power cord, in Asia. 16 Introduction
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... These music files are supplied with live video for the image mix function. 1 The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this manual as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc") - Image files that can be used as background music during playback. The full-version instruction manual of the software (...playing back movies. • Y Instruction Manual/Photo Applications Ver.351/Music Data/ Image Mix Data CD-ROM (referred to mix with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM1 and Installation Guide for saving, managing, and printing photos. - Image mix data -
... These music files are supplied with live video for the image mix function. 1 The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this manual as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc") - Image files that can be used as background music during playback. The full-version instruction manual of the software (...playing back movies. • Y Instruction Manual/Photo Applications Ver.351/Music Data/ Image Mix Data CD-ROM (referred to mix with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM1 and Installation Guide for saving, managing, and printing photos. - Image mix data -
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... the battery pack for an extended period of time, fully charge it and then use a battery pack or if you learn more about your camcorder. For Asia only: 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the compact power adapter. The first time you use the... the battery pack is com- pletely exhausted. For Asia only: Connect the power cord to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. When connecting the compact power adapter's cable to the camcorder, make sure to the tables on the camcorder's terminal ( ). Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the com- DC IN ...
... the battery pack for an extended period of time, fully charge it and then use a battery pack or if you learn more about your camcorder. For Asia only: 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the compact power adapter. The first time you use the... the battery pack is com- pletely exhausted. For Asia only: Connect the power cord to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. When connecting the compact power adapter's cable to the camcorder, make sure to the tables on the camcorder's terminal ( ). Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the com- DC IN ...
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... a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is turned off. • If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will start when the camcorder is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 152). 5 22 Preparations 3 Slide...into the compartment and press gently until it clicks. 5 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you turn off the camcorder. The red ON/ 4 OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you hear a click. 6 Charging will start flashing in red (battery pack charging...
... a moment, the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is turned off. • If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will start when the camcorder is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 152). 5 22 Preparations 3 Slide...into the compartment and press gently until it clicks. 5 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you turn off the camcorder. The red ON/ 4 OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you hear a click. 6 Charging will start flashing in red (battery pack charging...
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...DC IN terminal or unplug it toward the lens until the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator goes out. • Do not connect to the camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is updated in the memory. NOTES • The battery pack will... power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data 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 wait until...
...DC IN terminal or unplug it toward the lens until the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator goes out. • Do not connect to the camcorder's DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is updated in the memory. NOTES • The battery pack will... power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data 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 wait until...
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... Grip Belt Fasten the grip belt. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on the camcorder. 24 Preparations Adjust the grip belt so that powers the product is an issue, you can power the... camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed. • Charged ... Velcro pad. 2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it from the rear bracket on how to remove it from the handgrip and finally to recycle ...
... Grip Belt Fasten the grip belt. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on the camcorder. 24 Preparations Adjust the grip belt so that powers the product is an issue, you can power the... camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed. • Charged ... Velcro pad. 2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it from the rear bracket on how to remove it from the handgrip and finally to recycle ...
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Stylus Pen Straps To attach an optional wrist strap Pass the attaching end of the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the grip belt to the strap mount on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the loop and fasten. Preparations 25 You can also attach the wrist strap to use both for extra convenience and protection.
Stylus Pen Straps To attach an optional wrist strap Pass the attaching end of the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the grip belt to the strap mount on the camcorder, thread the wrist strap through the loop and fasten. Preparations 25 You can also attach the wrist strap to use both for extra convenience and protection.
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tery pack. • You can be a nuisance. 28 Preparations With the camcorder on, hold h pressed down for more than 2 seconds. • Repeat this action to switch the LCD backlight between off the screen dimmer and return the ...
tery pack. • You can be a nuisance. 28 Preparations With the camcorder on, hold h pressed down for more than 2 seconds. • Repeat this action to switch the LCD backlight between off the screen dimmer and return the ...
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... pressed may appear white or black. Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to select the subject whom the camcorder will recognize as the main subject of the touch screen and will not affect your finger or the supplied stylus pen. IMPORTANT • The...and right across the screen. Drag While applying pressure, swipe your fingertips. This is a characteristic of the scene, etc. Basic Operation 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.
... pressed may appear white or black. Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen pages or to select the subject whom the camcorder will recognize as the main subject of the touch screen and will not affect your finger or the supplied stylus pen. IMPORTANT • The...and right across the screen. Drag While applying pressure, swipe your fingertips. This is a characteristic of the scene, etc. Basic Operation 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.
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...138; Preparations • In the following cases, you change according to the optimal mode selected by pressing j. Operating Modes Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos: Smart AUTO ( ) mode for beginners or if you just prefer not to... 58) and photos (0 107) while enjoying full access to the menus and advanced functions. * The mode icon displayed will change the camcorder's settings to mode. Recording of movies and photos (0 43). Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - Attaching commercially available ...
...138; Preparations • In the following cases, you change according to the optimal mode selected by pressing j. Operating Modes Recording The camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos: Smart AUTO ( ) mode for beginners or if you just prefer not to... 58) and photos (0 107) while enjoying full access to the menus and advanced functions. * The mode icon displayed will change the camcorder's settings to mode. Recording of movies and photos (0 43). Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - Attaching commercially available ...