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...stop operation of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference to correct the interference by one or more of the equipment. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the... or modifications should be made, you could be determined by turning the equipment off and on the rights of FCC Rules. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF M40 A / VIXIA HF M41 A / VIXIA HF M400 A systems This device complies with class B limits in the manual.
...stop operation of the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause harmful interference to correct the interference by one or more of the equipment. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the... or modifications should be made, you could be determined by turning the equipment off and on the rights of FCC Rules. HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF M40 A / VIXIA HF M41 A / VIXIA HF M400 A systems This device complies with class B limits in the manual.
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... for replacement of electric shock - They may be followed. 17 Cleaning - 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 personnel. Do not use...
... for replacement of electric shock - They may be followed. 17 Cleaning - 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 personnel. Do not use...
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...-Look Filters (0 67) Use professional cinema-look filters to create unique movies with distinctive looks. 1 "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with amazing image quality and in lifelike vibrant colors is recorded in the memory, using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression and the audio ...signal is easy and fun! Exciting Features and New Functions 1 Story Creator (0 65) Your camcorder's Full HD CMOS sensor captures video at this resolution only when the recording mode is a standard for various scenarios. Videos are then ...
...-Look Filters (0 67) Use professional cinema-look filters to create unique movies with distinctive looks. 1 "Full HD 1080" refers to Canon camcorders compliant with amazing image quality and in lifelike vibrant colors is recorded in the memory, using MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 compression and the audio ...signal is easy and fun! Exciting Features and New Functions 1 Story Creator (0 65) Your camcorder's Full HD CMOS sensor captures video at this resolution only when the recording mode is a standard for various scenarios. Videos are then ...
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... settings. Use the double memory card slot to keep on distant subjects (full telephoto). 9 Face Detection (0 93) The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Video Snapshot (0 68) Shoot or capture short scenes and arrange them into...
... settings. Use the double memory card slot to keep on distant subjects (full telephoto). 9 Face Detection (0 93) The camcorder automatically detects people's faces and adjusts the focus and other settings accordingly for camcorder shake when you shoot video while walking. Video Snapshot (0 68) Shoot or capture short scenes and arrange them into...
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Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (0 130) Play video directly from your recorded memory card AVCHD-compatible HDTVs and digital recorders with a card slot compatible with the type ... back the recordings on the device used *. Eye-Fi Use an Eye-Fi card (0 144) to wirelessly upload recordings to your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 139). * Refer to the Web. Depending on the memory card using the...
Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices Connect the camcorder to an HDTV (0 130) Play video directly from your recorded memory card AVCHD-compatible HDTVs and digital recorders with a card slot compatible with the type ... back the recordings on the device used *. Eye-Fi Use an Eye-Fi card (0 144) to wirelessly upload recordings to your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard definition files (0 139). * Refer to the Web. Depending on the memory card using the...
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...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 33 Operating Modes 34 Using the Menus 36 First Time Settings 36 Setting the Date and Time 37 ...Changing the Language 37 Changing the Time Zone 39 Using a Memory Card 39 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 41 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 42 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 43 Relay Recording 44 Initializing the Memory 12 Table ...
...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 33 Operating Modes 34 Using the Menus 36 First Time Settings 36 Setting the Date and Time 37 ...Changing the Language 37 Changing the Time Zone 39 Using a Memory Card 39 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder 41 Inserting and Removing a Memory Card 42 Selecting the Memory for the Recordings 43 Relay Recording 44 Initializing the Memory 12 Table ...
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... Video Snapshot Scenes from a Movie 119 Dividing Scenes Photos 121 Viewing Photos 123 Deleting Photos 124 Slideshow External Connections 126 Terminals on the Camcorder 127 Connection Diagrams 130 Playback on a TV Screen 131 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 131 Copying Recordings to a Memory Card 134 Saving Recordings on a Computer...
... Video Snapshot Scenes from a Movie 119 Dividing Scenes Photos 121 Viewing Photos 123 Deleting Photos 124 Slideshow External Connections 126 Terminals on the Camcorder 127 Connection Diagrams 130 Playback on a TV Screen 131 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 131 Copying Recordings to a Memory Card 134 Saving Recordings on a Computer...
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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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... press the g button to start recording until you press again to Troubleshooting (0 165). 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. •... icons refer to both. Please read this Manual Thank you for future reference. About this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF M41 / VIXIA HF M40 / VIXIA HF M400.
... press the g button to start recording until you press again to Troubleshooting (0 165). 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. •... icons refer to both. Please read this Manual Thank you for future reference. About this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF M41 / VIXIA HF M40 / VIXIA HF M400.
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... [a] • n will appear on the screen and to abbreviate menu selections. Movies: In record pause mode, press g. The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The camcorder will touch on the screen. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to the appendix Menu Options Lists (0 146). Introduction ...the screen. For example h. For a detailed explanation refer to Using the Menus (0 34). For a detailed explanation on the camcorder are used to other onscreen messages and displays. Brackets [ ] are indicated within a "button" frame. Photos: In record pause...
... [a] • n will appear on the screen and to abbreviate menu selections. Movies: In record pause mode, press g. The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown*. The camcorder will touch on the screen. • Repeat, selecting [B Off], to the appendix Menu Options Lists (0 146). Introduction ...the screen. For example h. For a detailed explanation refer to Using the Menus (0 34). For a detailed explanation on the camcorder are used to other onscreen messages and displays. Brackets [ ] are indicated within a "button" frame. Photos: In record pause...
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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. 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
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... CD-ROM (referred in the manual as background music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - These music files are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM* - Instruction Manual - Music files that can use with the image mix function (image mix... Music data - Image mix data - In addition to all the functionality of the camcorder (this PDF file). - Photo Application - Image files that can use VideoBrowser for exclusive use as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc"). Use Transfer Utility for saving, managing, and printing photos. - Software ...
... CD-ROM (referred in the manual as background music. • PIXELA's VideoBrowser CD-ROM* - These music files are supplied with the camcorder: • PIXELA's Transfer Utility CD-ROM* - Instruction Manual - Music files that can use with the image mix function (image mix... Music data - Image mix data - In addition to all the functionality of the camcorder (this PDF file). - Photo Application - Image files that can use VideoBrowser for exclusive use as "Camcorder Supplemental Disc"). Use Transfer Utility for saving, managing, and printing photos. - Software ...
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... IN terminal. 4 Attach the battery pack to help you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until it up until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be powered ...it clicks in place. Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the compact power adapter. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be displayed accurately. DC IN terminal 24 Preparations For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly...
... IN terminal. 4 Attach the battery pack to help you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until it up until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be powered ...it clicks in place. Preparations This chapter describes basic operations, such as using the compact power adapter. Getting Started Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be displayed accurately. DC IN terminal 24 Preparations For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a battery pack or directly...
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...Slide the battery pack and then pull it out. After pressing x to turn off the camcorder. Preparations 25 Be sure to wait 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 not expressly ...power adapter to Troubleshooting (0 168). The red ON/ OFF (CHG) indicator will start when the camcorder is turned off. • If the camcorder was on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. After a moment, the ON/OFF ...
...Slide the battery pack and then pull it out. After pressing x to turn off the camcorder. Preparations 25 Be sure to wait 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 not expressly ...power adapter to Troubleshooting (0 168). The red ON/ OFF (CHG) indicator will start when the camcorder is turned off. • If the camcorder was on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc. After a moment, the ON/OFF ...
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...indicator has gone out before , to ensure a full charge. • We recommend 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 battery packs continue to 3 times longer than you think ... 3 Insert the battery holder. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on the day of use the wireless controller Point the wireless controller at the camcorder's remote sensor when you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that you prepare battery packs to last 2...
...indicator has gone out before , to ensure a full charge. • We recommend 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 battery packs continue to 3 times longer than you think ... 3 Insert the battery holder. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on the day of use the wireless controller Point the wireless controller at the camcorder's remote sensor when you might need. • USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that you prepare battery packs to last 2...
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... to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder. NOTES • The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight. Adjust 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 of the camcorder. Preparations 27 Grip Belt and Straps Fasten the grip belt.
... to unthread it from the handgrip and finally to remove it first from the front bracket on the camcorder. NOTES • The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight. Adjust 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 of the camcorder. Preparations 27 Grip Belt and Straps Fasten the grip belt.
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You can also attach the wrist strap to use both for extra convenience and protection. To attach an optional wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the rear bracket on the grip belt to the strap mount on the camcorder, adjust the length and fasten. To attach an optional shoulder strap Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap. 28 Preparations
You can also attach the wrist strap to use both for extra convenience and protection. To attach an optional wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the rear bracket on the grip belt to the strap mount on the camcorder, adjust the length and fasten. To attach an optional shoulder strap Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap. 28 Preparations
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...° Subject can monitor the LCD screen ( You can use the viewfinder. - To include yourself in the following cases: - Preparations 29 To allow the camcorder to specification. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. * only.
...° Subject can monitor the LCD screen ( You can use the viewfinder. - To include yourself in the following cases: - Preparations 29 To allow the camcorder to specification. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. * only.
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... the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the touch screen, refer to Handling Precautions (0 179), Cleaning (0 184). 30 Preparations With the camcorder on (bright). tery pack. • You can be difficult to use the LCD screen. LCD Backlight When recording in places where the light from the...
... the bright setting will shorten the effective usage time of the touch screen, refer to Handling Precautions (0 179), Cleaning (0 184). 30 Preparations With the camcorder on (bright). tery pack. • You can be difficult to use the LCD screen. LCD Backlight When recording in places where the light from the...
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...sensitive touch screen. Using 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.... Preparations Used to start playing back a scene in an index screen, to select a setting from the menus, to select the subject whom the camcorder will recognize as ballpoint pens. - Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - With the intuitive touch screen interface you may not be...
...sensitive touch screen. Using 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.... Preparations Used to start playing back a scene in an index screen, to select a setting from the menus, to select the subject whom the camcorder will recognize as ballpoint pens. - Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen. - With the intuitive touch screen interface you may not be...