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FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 systems This device complies with Part 15 of FCC ...has been tested and found to comply with class B limits in conjunction with using low-power wireless devices. Canon U.S.A., Inc. The available scientific evidence does not show that interference will not occur in the manual. If... power wireless devices are designed to Part 15 of radio frequency energy (RF) in a residential installation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such...
FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 systems This device complies with Part 15 of FCC ...has been tested and found to comply with class B limits in conjunction with using low-power wireless devices. Canon U.S.A., Inc. The available scientific evidence does not show that interference will not occur in the manual. If... power wireless devices are designed to Part 15 of radio frequency energy (RF) in a residential installation. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such...
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...) with the contacts listed on the bottom. REGIONS Canada, Hong Kong S.A.R., USA, South Korea Model ID0002: VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R32 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions...
...) with the contacts listed on the bottom. REGIONS Canada, Hong Kong S.A.R., USA, South Korea Model ID0002: VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R32 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions...
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No license is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used on the camcorder's settings, onscreen displays and in the U.S. Trademark Acknowledgements • SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • Microsoft and Windows... product is granted or implied for any other use for a personal and noncommercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • WPS as used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant...
No license is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used on the camcorder's settings, onscreen displays and in the U.S. Trademark Acknowledgements • SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • Microsoft and Windows... product is granted or implied for any other use for a personal and noncommercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • WPS as used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant...
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AVCHD and MP4 Recording (A 31) Record movies in AVCHD and play back the recordings in your camcorder from your camcorder to YouTube and Facebook (A 160). • You can save your recordings wirelessly to a computer in your home network using the supplied software Network Utility (A 156... to your home network (A 164). Exciting Features and New Functions &/% Wi-Fi Functions (A 149) Enjoy the freedom of Wi-Fi functions by making your camcorder an active part of your Wi-Fi home network or by recording video following simple pre-scripted suggestions, optimized for various scenarios.
AVCHD and MP4 Recording (A 31) Record movies in AVCHD and play back the recordings in your camcorder from your camcorder to YouTube and Facebook (A 160). • You can save your recordings wirelessly to a computer in your home network using the supplied software Network Utility (A 156... to your home network (A 164). Exciting Features and New Functions &/% Wi-Fi Functions (A 149) Enjoy the freedom of Wi-Fi functions by making your camcorder an active part of your Wi-Fi home network or by recording video following simple pre-scripted suggestions, optimized for various scenarios.
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... 97) compensates for the recording situation. 7 Intelligent IS (A 48) selects the type of image stabilization for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Face Detection (A 99) The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for beautiful results. &/% Memory Save (A.... With no need for the scene you zoom in memory or a memory card onto an external hard drive connected directly to the camcorder. Smart AUTO (A 46) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for a computer, this is a very convenient way to ...
... 97) compensates for the recording situation. 7 Intelligent IS (A 48) selects the type of image stabilization for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Face Detection (A 99) The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for beautiful results. &/% Memory Save (A.... With no need for the scene you zoom in memory or a memory card onto an external hard drive connected directly to the camcorder. Smart AUTO (A 46) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for a computer, this is a very convenient way to ...
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... movies to standard definition files (A 142) before uploading. * &/% only. 8 Upload your computer or a video sharing Web site. Enjoying Your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (A 127) Eye-Fi Use an Eye-Fi card (A 146) to wirelessly upload recordings to your AVCHD movies* (A 142) or MP4 movies (A 148...
... movies to standard definition files (A 142) before uploading. * &/% only. 8 Upload your computer or a video sharing Web site. Enjoying Your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (A 127) Eye-Fi Use an Eye-Fi card (A 146) to wirelessly upload recordings to your AVCHD movies* (A 142) or MP4 movies (A 148...
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...) to upload your home network, you do not need to a computer or FTP server (A 156). &/% Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions Play video wirelessly directly from the camcorder to be near your recordings (A 161). and DLNA-compatible HDTVs and other devices connected to an access point (A 151). LAN cable...
...) to upload your home network, you do not need to a computer or FTP server (A 156). &/% Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions Play video wirelessly directly from the camcorder to be near your recordings (A 161). and DLNA-compatible HDTVs and other devices connected to an access point (A 151). LAN cable...
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...Charging the Battery Pack 23 Using the Grip Belt 24 Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen 26 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 26 Using the Touch Screen 27 Using the Menus 31 Operating Modes 34 First Time Settings 34 Setting the Date and Time 35 Changing... the Language 36 Changing the Time Zone 37 Using a Memory Card 37 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 39 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 40 &/% Selecting the Memory (Built-in Memory/ Memory Card) for the Recordings 41 &/% Relay Recording 42 ...
...Charging the Battery Pack 23 Using the Grip Belt 24 Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen 26 Basic Operation of the Camcorder 26 Using the Touch Screen 27 Using the Menus 31 Operating Modes 34 First Time Settings 34 Setting the Date and Time 35 Changing... the Language 36 Changing the Time Zone 37 Using a Memory Card 37 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 39 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 40 &/% Selecting the Memory (Built-in Memory/ Memory Card) for the Recordings 41 &/% Relay Recording 42 ...
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... Scenes and Photos from a Movie 116 Dividing Scenes Photos 118 Viewing Photos 120 Deleting Photos 122 Slideshow External Connections 123 Terminals on the Camcorder 124 Connection Diagrams 127 Playback on a TV Screen 128 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 128 &/% Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory Card 131 Saving Recordings...
... Scenes and Photos from a Movie 116 Dividing Scenes Photos 118 Viewing Photos 120 Deleting Photos 122 Slideshow External Connections 123 Terminals on the Camcorder 124 Connection Diagrams 127 Playback on a TV Screen 128 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 128 &/% Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory Card 131 Saving Recordings...
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... Icons and Displays 187 Trouble? 187 Troubleshooting 194 List of Messages 205 Do's and Don'ts 205 Handling Precautions 209 Maintenance/Others 210 Using the Camcorder Abroad 211 General Information 211 Accessories 212 Optional Accessories 216 Specifications 220 Index Table of contents 13
... Icons and Displays 187 Trouble? 187 Troubleshooting 194 List of Messages 205 Do's and Don'ts 205 Handling Precautions 209 Maintenance/Others 210 Using the Camcorder Abroad 211 General Information 211 Accessories 212 Optional Accessories 216 Specifications 220 Index Table of contents 13
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Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the function described. •...8226; The photos included in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to both. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the &. 14 Introduction
Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder's operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding the function described. •...8226; The photos included in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to both. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R32 / VIXIA HF R30 / VIXIA HF R300. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to the &. 14 Introduction
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... used to Operating Modes (A 31). Movies: In record pause mode, press Y. For example Y. Introduction 15 The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. For a concise summary of physical buttons and switches on the camcorder are divided into three groups: the first three icons represent the camera mode, the second three icons...
... used to Operating Modes (A 31). Movies: In record pause mode, press Y. For example Y. Introduction 15 The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. For a concise summary of physical buttons and switches on the camcorder are divided into three groups: the first three icons represent the camera mode, the second three icons...
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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-709 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable HTC-100/S HDMI CableW XQuick Guide XWi-Fi Basic Setup Guide** * CA-110E including power cord, in Asia. ** &/% only. Stylus PenW 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-709 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU/S USB Cable HTC-100/S HDMI CableW XQuick Guide XWi-Fi Basic Setup Guide** * CA-110E including power cord, in Asia. ** &/% only. Stylus PenW 16 Introduction
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...with the image mix function (image mix frames). * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this Startup Guide for details about the supplied software. • Canon VIXIA CD-ROM. ImageBrowser EX - Music data - An Internet connection is also supplied. Music files that can... be played back on PDF file). **CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online service that allows you to this PDF ...
...with the image mix function (image mix frames). * The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the camcorder (this Startup Guide for details about the supplied software. • Canon VIXIA CD-ROM. ImageBrowser EX - Music data - An Internet connection is also supplied. Music files that can... be played back on PDF file). **CANON iMAGE GATEWAY is an online service that allows you to this PDF ...
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Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the compact power adapter before plugging the power cord into the battery attachment unit and .../playback times with a battery pack or directly using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to the camcorder. Press the battery pack softly into the power outlet. 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3 Attach the battery pack to help you learn more about your...
Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the compact power adapter before plugging the power cord into the battery attachment unit and .../playback times with a battery pack or directly using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to the camcorder. Press the battery pack softly into the power outlet. 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3 Attach the battery pack to help you learn more about your...
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... 190). pact power adapter. 4 Charging will turn on , the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder, important data is updated in the memory. After pressing P to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with... this camcorder. ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator • If the camcorder was on in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down. ᕄ 2 Slide the battery pack ...
... 190). pact power adapter. 4 Charging will turn on , the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder, important data is updated in the memory. After pressing P to the compact power adapter any electrical equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with... this camcorder. ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator • If the camcorder was on in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down. ᕄ 2 Slide the battery pack ...
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...the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on how to recycle this camcorder can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will be displayed accurately. • We recommend that you use an optional ... you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that the remaining recording time will not be charged only when the camcorder is off. • If the power supply was disconnected while charging a battery pack, make sure the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator has gone out...
...the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on how to recycle this camcorder can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will be displayed accurately. • We recommend that you use an optional ... you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that the remaining recording time will not be charged only when the camcorder is off. • If the power supply was disconnected while charging a battery pack, make sure the ON/OFF (CHG) indicator has gone out...
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Adjust the grip belt so that you can attach the supplied stylus pen to remove it from the rear bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it first from the handgrip and finally to the grip belt. You can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Y button with your thumb. To remove the grip belt 1 Lift the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the Velcro pad. 2 Pull the strap to remove it from the front bracket on the camcorder. ᕄ ᕆ ᕃ ᕅ Preparations 23 Using the Grip Belt Fasten the grip belt.
Adjust the grip belt so that you can attach the supplied stylus pen to remove it from the rear bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it first from the handgrip and finally to the grip belt. You can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Y button with your thumb. To remove the grip belt 1 Lift the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the Velcro pad. 2 Pull the strap to remove it from the front bracket on the camcorder. ᕄ ᕆ ᕃ ᕅ Preparations 23 Using the Grip Belt Fasten the grip belt.
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Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen Before you start recording, open the lens cover. Move the lens cover switch down to to include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer. 180° 180° 90° Subject can monitor the LCD screen 24 Preparations Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. • You can be useful to allow the camcorder to open the lens cover. Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens.
Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen Before you start recording, open the lens cover. Move the lens cover switch down to to include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer. 180° 180° 90° Subject can monitor the LCD screen 24 Preparations Rotating the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. • You can be useful to allow the camcorder to open the lens cover. Rotating the LCD panel 180 degrees can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens.
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...Press firmly on an element displayed on the operating mode and the task you have all the controls at your fingertips. IMPORTANT • The camcorder uses a pressure-sensitive touch screen. Drag While applying pressure, swipe your fingernails or hard-tipped objects other than the supplied stylus pen, such... as the main subject 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....
...Press firmly on an element displayed on the operating mode and the task you have all the controls at your fingertips. IMPORTANT • The camcorder uses a pressure-sensitive touch screen. Drag While applying pressure, swipe your fingernails or hard-tipped objects other than the supplied stylus pen, such... as the main subject 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....