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...separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the rights of an accident. 2 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur ...to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in a residential installation. WARNING! HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept ...
...separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on the rights of an accident. 2 Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur ...to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in a residential installation. WARNING! HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R21 A / VIXIA HF R20 A / VIXIA HF R200 A systems This device complies with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept ...
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The exclamation point, within the product's enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. 3 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock to excessive heat such as the inside of batteries are attached. Important Warning CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK...
The exclamation point, within the product's enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. 3 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of electric shock to excessive heat such as the inside of batteries are attached. Important Warning CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK...
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... rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 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 this apparatus near...
... rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 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 this apparatus near...
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Trademark Acknowledgements • SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of their respective companies. • This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • YouTube is granted or implied for any other countries. • "AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks or registered ...
Trademark Acknowledgements • SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. • Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of their respective companies. • This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • YouTube is granted or implied for any other countries. • "AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks or registered ...
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... the special moments in Dolby Digital. 6 In other recording modes, the picture is recorded at this resolution only when the recording mode is set to Canon camcorders compliant with amazing image quality and in lifelike vibrant colors is recorded in your movies by adding text, stamps or oven freehand illustrations. 1 "Full...
... the special moments in Dolby Digital. 6 In other recording modes, the picture is recorded at this resolution only when the recording mode is set to Canon camcorders compliant with amazing image quality and in lifelike vibrant colors is recorded in your movies by adding text, stamps or oven freehand illustrations. 1 "Full...
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Smart AUTO (0 43) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you shoot video while walking. 7 You get spectacular recordings every time without worrying about settings. Dynamic IS (0 64) compensates for camcorder shake when you want to your favorite background music. Video Snapshot (0 68) Just point the camcorder and it will automatically select the best settings for beautiful results. Face Detection (0 66) Image Stabilization The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for your subject Shoot or...
Smart AUTO (0 43) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you shoot video while walking. 7 You get spectacular recordings every time without worrying about settings. Dynamic IS (0 64) compensates for camcorder shake when you want to your favorite background music. Video Snapshot (0 68) Just point the camcorder and it will automatically select the best settings for beautiful results. Face Detection (0 66) Image Stabilization The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for your subject Shoot or...
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High Definition Standard Definition Use the supplied PIXELA's software (0 119, 125). Enjoying your Recordings on the memory card using the camcorder. 8 Depending on the device used . AVCHD MPEG-2 Convert your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 125). 4 Refer to an HDTV (0 114) SD Play video directly from your computer or a video sharing Web site. In such case, play back the recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to the instruction manual of the device compatible with an SD memory card slot4. Save or upload to your ...
High Definition Standard Definition Use the supplied PIXELA's software (0 119, 125). Enjoying your Recordings on the memory card using the camcorder. 8 Depending on the device used . AVCHD MPEG-2 Convert your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 125). 4 Refer to an HDTV (0 114) SD Play video directly from your computer or a video sharing Web site. In such case, play back the recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to the instruction manual of the device compatible with an SD memory card slot4. Save or upload to your ...
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Table of contents Introduction 6 Exciting Features and New Functions 14 About this Manual 16 Getting to Know the Camcorder 16 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 18 Names of Parts Preparations 21 Getting Started 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 ...
Table of contents Introduction 6 Exciting Features and New Functions 14 About this Manual 16 Getting to Know the Camcorder 16 Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 18 Names of Parts Preparations 21 Getting Started 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 ...
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Smart AUTO Mode 43 Basic Recording 43 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in Smart AUTO Mode 47 Zooming 49 Quick Start Function Video 50 Basic Playback 50 Playing Back the Video 54 3D Flip View 54 The Index Selection Screen: Selecting the Content to Play Back 56 Date Index Screen and Gallery Screen 56 Deleting Scenes 58 Advanced Functions 58 Shooting Video in Flexible Recording Mode 59 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) 60 Selecting the Frame Rate 61 Special Scene Recording Programs and Programmed AE 63 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to...
Smart AUTO Mode 43 Basic Recording 43 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in Smart AUTO Mode 47 Zooming 49 Quick Start Function Video 50 Basic Playback 50 Playing Back the Video 54 3D Flip View 54 The Index Selection Screen: Selecting the Content to Play Back 56 Date Index Screen and Gallery Screen 56 Deleting Scenes 58 Advanced Functions 58 Shooting Video in Flexible Recording Mode 59 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode) 60 Selecting the Frame Rate 61 Special Scene Recording Programs and Programmed AE 63 Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to...
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87 Onscreen Displays and Data Code 87 Rating Scenes 90 Gallery and Scene Operations 90 Managing Stories 94 Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes and Photos from a Movie 96 Dividing Scenes 97 Decorating Scenes Photos 103 Basic Playback 103 Viewing Photos 105 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 ...
87 Onscreen Displays and Data Code 87 Rating Scenes 90 Gallery and Scene Operations 90 Managing Stories 94 Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes and Photos from a Movie 96 Dividing Scenes 97 Decorating Scenes Photos 103 Basic Playback 103 Viewing Photos 105 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 ...
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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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About this manual are used in 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 . 14 Introduction "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press ...
About this manual are used in 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 . 14 Introduction "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press ...
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For movies: In record pause mode, press g. The countdown appears on the screen. The countdown appears on the screen. For a concise summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to Operating Modes (0 30). Changing the camcorder's operating mode. For a detailed explanation refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (0 132). NOTES • Once the countdown has begun, any of physical buttons and switches on how to use the menus, refer to abbreviate menu selections. The 8 arrow is not available. For a detailed explanation on the camcorder are used to ...
For movies: In record pause mode, press g. The countdown appears on the screen. The countdown appears on the screen. For a concise summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to Operating Modes (0 30). Changing the camcorder's operating mode. For a detailed explanation refer to the appendix Menu Options Lists (0 132). NOTES • Once the countdown has begun, any of physical buttons and switches on how to use the menus, refer to abbreviate menu selections. The 8 arrow is not available. For a detailed explanation on the camcorder are used to ...
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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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Software for PIXELA's software - The full-version instruction manual of the software (on CD players. - Music files that can be played back on PDF file). Instruction Manual - Photo Application - Music data - Image mix data - The following CD-ROMs and software are for managing, editing, and playing back movies. • Y Instruction Manual/Photo Applications Ver.351/Music Data/ Image Mix Data CD-ROM (referred to mix with live video for saving, managing, and printing photos. - These music files are supplied with the supplied PIXELA's software. Introduction 17 ...
Software for PIXELA's software - The full-version instruction manual of the software (on CD players. - Music files that can be played back on PDF file). Instruction Manual - Photo Application - Music data - Image mix data - The following CD-ROMs and software are for managing, editing, and playing back movies. • Y Instruction Manual/Photo Applications Ver.351/Music Data/ Image Mix Data CD-ROM (referred to mix with live video for saving, managing, and printing photos. - These music files are supplied with the supplied PIXELA's software. Introduction 17 ...
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Names of Parts Left side view Right side view 1 RESET button (0 156) 2 button (0 30)/ / button (0 125) WEB 3 2 (camera/play) button (0 31) 4 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (0 68) 5 DISP. (onscreen display) button (0 87)/ BATT. INFO button (0 151) 6 MIC terminal (0 79) 7 USB terminal (0 111, 114) 8 HDMI OUT terminal (0 111, 112) 9 Memory card slot X (0 38) A q Memory card slot Y (0 38) A a Double memory card slot cover A s Terminal cover A d DC IN terminal (0 21) A f COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 111, 113) A g AV OUT terminal (0 111, 113)/ X (headphones) terminal (0 77) A h ...
Names of Parts Left side view Right side view 1 RESET button (0 156) 2 button (0 30)/ / button (0 125) WEB 3 2 (camera/play) button (0 31) 4 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (0 68) 5 DISP. (onscreen display) button (0 87)/ BATT. INFO button (0 151) 6 MIC terminal (0 79) 7 USB terminal (0 111, 114) 8 HDMI OUT terminal (0 111, 112) 9 Memory card slot X (0 38) A q Memory card slot Y (0 38) A a Double memory card slot cover A s Terminal cover A d DC IN terminal (0 21) A f COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 111, 113) A g AV OUT terminal (0 111, 113)/ X (headphones) terminal (0 77) A h ...
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ON Orange - Charging (0 21) S f LCD touch screen (0 27, 29) LCD panel Introduction 19 Standby (0 49) Red - Front view Top view A k Stereo microphone (0 75) A l Zoom lever (0 47) S q PHOTO button (0 43, 107) S a ACCESS indicator (0 43, 58, 107) S s POWER button S d ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green -
ON Orange - Charging (0 21) S f LCD touch screen (0 27, 29) LCD panel Introduction 19 Standby (0 49) Red - Front view Top view A k Stereo microphone (0 75) A l Zoom lever (0 47) S q PHOTO button (0 43, 107) S a ACCESS indicator (0 43, 58, 107) S s POWER button S d ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator: Green -
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S l Battery compartment cover (0 21) D q Battery compartment (0 21) 20 Introduction Back view Bottom view S g Speaker (0 52) S h START/STOP button (0 43, 58) S j Tripod socket (0 167) S k Serial number The serial number label is located on the battery compartment cover.
S l Battery compartment cover (0 21) D q Battery compartment (0 21) 20 Introduction Back view Bottom view S g Speaker (0 52) S h START/STOP button (0 43, 58) S j Tripod socket (0 167) S k Serial number The serial number label is located on the battery compartment cover.
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When connecting the compact power adapter's cable to the camcorder, make sure to align the triangle marks on the cable's connector and on page 173. Preparations 21 Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the com- pletely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to help you have not used 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 approximate charging times ...
When connecting the compact power adapter's cable to the camcorder, make sure to align the triangle marks on the cable's connector and on page 173. Preparations 21 Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the com- pletely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to help you have not used 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 approximate charging times ...
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The red ON/ 4 OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off . • If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 152). 5 22 Preparations 3 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it. 3 4 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment and press gently until it clicks. 5 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you hear a click. 6 Charging will start flashing in red (battery pack ...
The red ON/ 4 OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off . • If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes quickly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 152). 5 22 Preparations 3 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it. 3 4 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment and press gently until it clicks. 5 Close the cover and slide it toward the lens until you hear a click. 6 Charging will start flashing in red (battery pack ...