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...in the manual. These limits are absolutely safe. Do not make any other antenna or transmitter. Whereas high levels of the FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A., Inc. However, there is subject to Part 15 of RF can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit ...communications. FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400 systems This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. 3 Many studies of radio frequency energy (RF) in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) This Class...
...in the manual. These limits are absolutely safe. Do not make any other antenna or transmitter. Whereas high levels of the FCC Rules. Canon U.S.A., Inc. However, there is subject to Part 15 of RF can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit ...communications. FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400 systems This device complies with Canadian ICES-003. 3 Many studies of radio frequency energy (RF) in Subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666) This Class...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400 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 during lightning storms ...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400 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 during lightning storms ...
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...; "AVCHD", "AVCHD Progressive" and the "AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • WPS as 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..., WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). • This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the ...
...; "AVCHD", "AVCHD Progressive" and the "AVCHD Progressive" logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • WPS as 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..., WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). • This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the ...
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... 60 frames per second. Depending on a smartphone or computer to view the camcorder's recordings (A 126). * Wi-Fi is a connection method for devices to connect wirelessly and is for uploading to the Web and transferring to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 130). Alternatively, record movies in MP4 for AVCHD movies only.... • You can use the Web browser on the video quality, you to even share your recordings to mobile devices. The camcorder's settings are optimized to keep track of baby's growth. This will not miss out on YouTube and Facebook. You can wirelessly connect the...
... 60 frames per second. Depending on a smartphone or computer to view the camcorder's recordings (A 126). * Wi-Fi is a connection method for devices to connect wirelessly and is for uploading to the Web and transferring to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 130). Alternatively, record movies in MP4 for AVCHD movies only.... • You can use the Web browser on the video quality, you to even share your recordings to mobile devices. The camcorder's settings are optimized to keep track of baby's growth. This will not miss out on YouTube and Facebook. You can wirelessly connect the...
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Face Detection (A 76) The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for the recording situation. 8 Cinema-Look Filters (A 65) Use professional cinema-look filters .... Powered IS (A 76) will produce stable shots when you shoot video while walking. Smart AUTO (A 43) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for camcorder shake when you zoom in on distant subjects (full telephoto).
Face Detection (A 76) The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for the recording situation. 8 Cinema-Look Filters (A 65) Use professional cinema-look filters .... Powered IS (A 76) will produce stable shots when you shoot video while walking. Smart AUTO (A 43) Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for camcorder shake when you zoom in on distant subjects (full telephoto).
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Enjoying Your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to the Web (A 121). 9 Save your recordings to an external video recorder (A 119). Copy your recordings. Copy the camcorder's entire memory onto an external hard drive (A 116). Upload recordings to your MP4 movies and photos to an HDTV (A 105). Upload your computer (A 111).
Enjoying Your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to the Web (A 121). 9 Save your recordings to an external video recorder (A 119). Copy your recordings. Copy the camcorder's entire memory onto an external hard drive (A 116). Upload recordings to your MP4 movies and photos to an HDTV (A 105). Upload your computer (A 111).
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... GATEWAY, you can upload your recordings to enjoy your recordings on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 130). From there, you can make online albums to other sites. 10 Connect the camcorder to view the recordings on the camcorder (A 126). Save your recordings. Use the Web browser on your iOS or Android smartphone...to an access point on your home network and then share your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet to remotely control the camcorder (A 125). 6/4 Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions Use your recordings on an iPhone or iPad and play them back (A 128).
... GATEWAY, you can upload your recordings to enjoy your recordings on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 130). From there, you can make online albums to other sites. 10 Connect the camcorder to view the recordings on the camcorder (A 126). Save your recordings. Use the Web browser on your iOS or Android smartphone...to an access point on your home network and then share your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet to remotely control the camcorder (A 125). 6/4 Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions Use your recordings on an iPhone or iPad and play them back (A 128).
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... Supplied Accessories and CD-ROM 19 Names of Parts „ Preparations 21 Getting Started 21 Charging the Battery Pack 23 Turning On the Camcorder 24 Using the Grip Belt 25 Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen 27 Using a Memory Card 27 Memory Cards Compatible for ...Use with the Camcorder 29 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 31 First Time Settings 31 Basic Setup 33 Changing the Time Zone 33 Initializing the Memory 35 Basic ...
... Supplied Accessories and CD-ROM 19 Names of Parts „ Preparations 21 Getting Started 21 Charging the Battery Pack 23 Turning On the Camcorder 24 Using the Grip Belt 25 Opening the Lens Cover and Adjusting the LCD Screen 27 Using a Memory Card 27 Memory Cards Compatible for ...Use with the Camcorder 29 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 31 First Time Settings 31 Basic Setup 33 Changing the Time Zone 33 Initializing the Memory 35 Basic ...
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... Playback with Background Music 97 Selecting the Playback Starting Point 99 Dividing Scenes 100 Trimming Scenes 101 Slideshow „ External Connections 102 Terminals on the Camcorder 103 Connection Diagrams 105 Playback on a TV Screen 107 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 107 6/4 Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory Card 110 6/4 Converting Movies...
... Playback with Background Music 97 Selecting the Playback Starting Point 99 Dividing Scenes 100 Trimming Scenes 101 Slideshow „ External Connections 102 Terminals on the Camcorder 103 Connection Diagrams 105 Playback on a TV Screen 107 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 107 6/4 Copying Movies and Photos to a Memory Card 110 6/4 Converting Movies...
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... Browse: Viewing Recordings Using a Web Browser on Your iOS Device or Android Smartphone 128 Uploading Videos Using an iOS Device 130 Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 136 Playback on a Computer 137 Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point 141 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings „ Additional Information...Displays 158 Trouble? 158 Troubleshooting 164 List of Messages 175 Do's and Don'ts 175 Handling Precautions 179 Maintenance/Others 180 Using the Camcorder Abroad 181 General Information 181 Accessories 182 Optional Accessories 186 Specifications 191 Index 14 Š Table of contents
... Browse: Viewing Recordings Using a Web Browser on Your iOS Device or Android Smartphone 128 Uploading Videos Using an iOS Device 130 Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 136 Playback on a Computer 137 Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point 141 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings „ Additional Information...Displays 158 Trouble? 158 Troubleshooting 164 List of Messages 175 Do's and Don'ts 175 Handling Precautions 179 Maintenance/Others 180 Using the Camcorder Abroad 181 General Information 181 Accessories 182 Optional Accessories 186 Specifications 191 Index 14 Š Table of contents
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...", the term "memory" by itself refers to pause the recording. • The photos included in this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the Y button to start recording until you press again to...
...", the term "memory" by itself refers to pause the recording. • The photos included in this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R42 / VIXIA HF R40 / VIXIA HF R400. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the point you press the Y button to start recording until you press again to...
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Photos: In record pause mode, touch [PHOTO]. • The camcorder will appear on the camcorder are divided into the following three groups. For example Y. The names of all available menu options and settings, refer to turn off the self ... Lists (A 144). 16 Š Introduction Brackets [ ] are used to other onscreen messages and displays. For a detailed explanation, refer to Using the Menus (A 35). The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The > arrow is not available. For a detailed explanation on the screen and to abbreviate menu selections.
Photos: In record pause mode, touch [PHOTO]. • The camcorder will appear on the camcorder are divided into the following three groups. For example Y. The names of all available menu options and settings, refer to turn off the self ... Lists (A 144). 16 Š Introduction Brackets [ ] are used to other onscreen messages and displays. For a detailed explanation, refer to Using the Menus (A 35). The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The > arrow is not available. For a detailed explanation on the screen and to abbreviate menu selections.
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... save your AVCHD movies and transfer music data from the supplied Canon VIXIA CD-ROM (see below) * CA-110E including power cord, in Asia. ** 6/4 only. Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROM The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-718 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU...
... save your AVCHD movies and transfer music data from the supplied Canon VIXIA CD-ROM (see below) * CA-110E including power cord, in Asia. ** 6/4 only. Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories and CD-ROM The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: XCA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-718 Battery PackW XIFC-300PCU...
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...CDROM contains the following components: - The CD-ROM contains an automatic installer for exclusive use with the camcorder. The full-version instruction manual of the software. - The Canon VIXIA CD-ROM is also supplied with PIXELA's software. Music data - The disc cannot be available in... all countries/regions. 18 Š Introduction An Internet connection is required for full installation of the camcorder (this PDF file). - Instruction ...
...CDROM contains the following components: - The CD-ROM contains an automatic installer for exclusive use with the camcorder. The full-version instruction manual of the software. - The Canon VIXIA CD-ROM is also supplied with PIXELA's software. Music data - The disc cannot be available in... all countries/regions. 18 Š Introduction An Internet connection is required for full installation of the camcorder (this PDF file). - Instruction ...
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...: Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter before plugging the power cord into the power outlet. 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3 Attach the battery pack to Charging, Recording and Playback Times (A 182). 1 Plug the power cord into the battery attachment unit and ... times with a battery pack or directly using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the...
...: Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter before plugging the power cord into the power outlet. 2 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. 3 Attach the battery pack to Charging, Recording and Playback Times (A 182). 1 Plug the power cord into the battery attachment unit and ... times with a battery pack or directly using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcorder. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the...
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...it pressed down. ᕄ 2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it out. ᕃ BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data is updated in red (battery pack charging). 4 Charging will go out when you turn on , the green POWER/CHG indicator will go... out when ᕅ the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes, refer to voltage converters for use with this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to Troubleshooting (A 161). The red POWER/ ...
...it pressed down. ᕄ 2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it out. ᕃ BATTERY RELEASE switch IMPORTANT • Turn off the camcorder, important data is updated in red (battery pack charging). 4 Charging will go out when you turn on , the green POWER/CHG indicator will go... out when ᕅ the battery pack is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes, refer to voltage converters for use with this camcorder. • To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact power adapter to Troubleshooting (A 161). The red POWER/ ...
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... time you through the basic settings (A 31). If either the ambient temperature or the battery pack's temperature is outside the range of use the camcorder until the battery pack is an issue, you prepare battery packs to last 2 to ensure a full charge. • Battery packs for information ...on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for this battery. Turning On the Camcorder You can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will appear and guide you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then ...
... time you through the basic settings (A 31). If either the ambient temperature or the battery pack's temperature is outside the range of use the camcorder until the battery pack is an issue, you prepare battery packs to last 2 to ensure a full charge. • Battery packs for information ...on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for this battery. Turning On the Camcorder You can power the camcorder using the compact power adapter so the battery pack will appear and guide you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then ...
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To turn off the camcorder Close the LCD panel or press . [ NOTES • You can use the > q > [Power On Using LCD Panel] setting so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Y button with your thumb. Using the Grip Belt Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can turn on and off only by pressing . Open the LCD panel to turn the camcorder on the camcorder. To remove the grip belt 1 Lift the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the Velcro pad. 24 Š Preparations
To turn off the camcorder Close the LCD panel or press . [ NOTES • You can use the > q > [Power On Using LCD Panel] setting so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Y button with your thumb. Using the Grip Belt Fasten the grip belt. Adjust the grip belt so that you can turn on and off only by pressing . Open the LCD panel to turn the camcorder on the camcorder. To remove the grip belt 1 Lift the padded handgrip's flap and detach the strap from the Velcro pad. 24 Š Preparations
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Preparations Š 25 2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer. Move the lens cover ... panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. • You can be useful to allow the camcorder to remove it from the rear bracket on the camcorder. Rotating the LCD Panel The first time you open the LCD panel, the initial setup screens will appear and guide you...
Preparations Š 25 2 Pull the strap to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder, then to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to include yourself in the picture when recording with the self timer. Move the lens cover ... panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward. • You can be useful to allow the camcorder to remove it from the rear bracket on the camcorder. Rotating the LCD Panel The first time you open the LCD panel, the initial setup screens will appear and guide you...
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... capacity of 64 MB or smaller cannot be used , visit your local Canon Web site. Preparations Š 27 When you record movies with a video quality of commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. When you record movies with other devices, such as digital recorders, computers... an SD memory card without a speed class rating, you buy a new memory card, look for Use with the Camcorder You can use SDXC memory cards with this camcorder. For more information on the memory card used. ** SD memory cards with SDXC cards. When using memory cards with...
... capacity of 64 MB or smaller cannot be used , visit your local Canon Web site. Preparations Š 27 When you record movies with a video quality of commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. When you record movies with other devices, such as digital recorders, computers... an SD memory card without a speed class rating, you buy a new memory card, look for Use with the Camcorder You can use SDXC memory cards with this camcorder. For more information on the memory card used. ** SD memory cards with SDXC cards. When using memory cards with...
