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...Snapshot] for the first time (; www.canon.com/icpd/ * A PDF viewer, such as necessary. • Touch [24H] to use 24-hour clock or leave untouched to start when the camcorder is fully charged, disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder and then from the power outlet. 3... settings, such as the language, date and time, movie format, etc. 1. DIE-0485-000 HD Camcorder DIE0485000 Getting Started Package Contents HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R70 / VIXIA HF R72 / VIXIA HF R700 BP-727 Battery Pack [] CA-110 Compact Power Adapter [] (CA-110E,...
...Snapshot] for the first time (; www.canon.com/icpd/ * A PDF viewer, such as necessary. • Touch [24H] to use 24-hour clock or leave untouched to start when the camcorder is fully charged, disconnect the compact power adapter from the camcorder and then from the power outlet. 3... settings, such as the language, date and time, movie format, etc. 1. DIE-0485-000 HD Camcorder DIE0485000 Getting Started Package Contents HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R70 / VIXIA HF R72 / VIXIA HF R700 BP-727 Battery Pack [] CA-110 Compact Power Adapter [] (CA-110E,...
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... note that produce heat. 8 Protect the power cord from Dolby Laboratories. Important Safety InstructIons In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R72 / VIXIA HF R70 / VIXIA HF R700 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. These limits are trademarks of the Wi...
... note that produce heat. 8 Protect the power cord from Dolby Laboratories. Important Safety InstructIons In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R72 / VIXIA HF R70 / VIXIA HF R700 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. These limits are trademarks of the Wi...
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..., WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of Toshiba Corporation. • Other names and products not mentioned above may infringe 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 are...
..., WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of Toshiba Corporation. • Other names and products not mentioned above may infringe 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 are...
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... product is granted or implied for any other use for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video com- No license is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant...
... product is granted or implied for any other use for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video com- No license is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant...
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... When not specified as "memory card" or "built-in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to both. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to one movie unit recorded with a single recording operation. 4 Restrictions, requirements or preconditions regarding the ...the camcorder's operation. Additional notes and topics that applies only to the model(s) shown in this Manual Important precautions related to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R72 / VIXIA HF R70 / VIXIA HF ...
... When not specified as "memory card" or "built-in memory", the term "memory" by itself refers to both. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to one movie unit recorded with a single recording operation. 4 Restrictions, requirements or preconditions regarding the ...the camcorder's operation. Additional notes and topics that applies only to the model(s) shown in this Manual Important precautions related to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R72 / VIXIA HF R70 / VIXIA HF ...
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... the bottom of the page offers up to four buttons to let you get quickly to the information you want to the beginning of the camcorder's screen or a computer's screen included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a number in reallife situations. The button with a still camera. This alternative index...
... the bottom of the page offers up to four buttons to let you get quickly to the information you want to the beginning of the camcorder's screen or a computer's screen included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a number in reallife situations. The button with a still camera. This alternative index...
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Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not change the camcorder's shooting mode. - Failing to the memory. - When a USB cable is on or flashing. Do not press the ^ button. - • Observe the following precautions while the camcorder's ACCESS indicator is connected to the camcorder, do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to do not disconnect the USB cable. 6
Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not change the camcorder's shooting mode. - Failing to the memory. - When a USB cable is on or flashing. Do not press the ^ button. - • Observe the following precautions while the camcorder's ACCESS indicator is connected to the camcorder, do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to do not disconnect the USB cable. 6
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... 12 Getting the look you want 13 Challenging subjects and shooting conditions 14 Playback, editing and others 15 N Wireless functions 16 Getting to Know the Camcorder 18 Supplied Accessories 18 Names of Parts 19 Preparations 24 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Using a Memory Card 29 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with...
... 12 Getting the look you want 13 Challenging subjects and shooting conditions 14 Playback, editing and others 15 N Wireless functions 16 Getting to Know the Camcorder 18 Supplied Accessories 18 Names of Parts 19 Preparations 24 Charging the Battery Pack 25 Using a Memory Card 29 Memory Cards Compatible for Use with...
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Basic Operation of the Camcorder 40 Using the Touch Screen 40 Using the Menus 41 Operating Modes 47 Basic Recording and Playback 49 Basic Recording 50 Recording Video 50 Taking ...
Basic Operation of the Camcorder 40 Using the Touch Screen 40 Using the Menus 41 Operating Modes 47 Basic Recording and Playback 49 Basic Recording 50 Recording Video 50 Taking ...
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...Format 143 N Converting Movies into Fast Motion Scenes .....147 External Connections 149 Terminals on the Camcorder 150 Connection Diagrams 151 Playback on a TV Screen 154 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 156 ... 164 Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder..........169 N Wi-Fi Functions 171 Overview of the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions 172 The Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions 177 Using an iOS or Android Device as a Remote Control.......177 Playback via... CS100 Connect Station (NFC+Wi-Fi 194 Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY........196 Wireless Playback on a Computer 203 10
...Format 143 N Converting Movies into Fast Motion Scenes .....147 External Connections 149 Terminals on the Camcorder 150 Connection Diagrams 151 Playback on a TV Screen 154 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings 156 ... 164 Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder..........169 N Wi-Fi Functions 171 Overview of the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions 172 The Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions 177 Using an iOS or Android Device as a Remote Control.......177 Playback via... CS100 Connect Station (NFC+Wi-Fi 194 Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY........196 Wireless Playback on a Computer 203 10
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Wi-Fi Connection and Settings 206 Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point 206 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings 212 Additional Information 216 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 217 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 241 Trouble 250 Troubleshooting 250 List of Messages 262 Do's and Don'ts 280 Handling Precautions 280 Maintenance/Others 286 Cleaning 286 Condensation 286 Using the Camcorder Abroad 287 General Information 289 Optional Accessories 289 Specifications 293 Reference Tables 298 Index 303 11
Wi-Fi Connection and Settings 206 Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point 206 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings 212 Additional Information 216 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 217 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 241 Trouble 250 Troubleshooting 250 List of Messages 262 Do's and Don'ts 280 Handling Precautions 280 Maintenance/Others 286 Cleaning 286 Condensation 286 Using the Camcorder Abroad 287 General Information 289 Optional Accessories 289 Specifications 293 Reference Tables 298 Index 303 11
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The Camcorder's Functions in Real-Life Situations Unique functions for special cases Keep beautiful memories of baby's most precious moments and use the especially designed stamps to keep track of baby's growth. Baby Mode (A 84) 9 Shoot a cool time-lapse video or use slow motion to check your golf swing. Slow & Fast Motion Recording (A 92) Decorate movies with graphics and stamps. Decoration (A 95) Create a dynamic montage sequence with short cuts. Video Snapshot (A 105) 12
The Camcorder's Functions in Real-Life Situations Unique functions for special cases Keep beautiful memories of baby's most precious moments and use the especially designed stamps to keep track of baby's growth. Baby Mode (A 84) 9 Shoot a cool time-lapse video or use slow motion to check your golf swing. Slow & Fast Motion Recording (A 92) Decorate movies with graphics and stamps. Decoration (A 95) Create a dynamic montage sequence with short cuts. Video Snapshot (A 105) 12
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...; Audio Scenes (A 120) Choose whether to record in AVCHD or MP4 format. Movie Format (A 78) Getting the look you want Let the camcorder select the best settings according to the shooting scene to get beautiful video and photos. N mode (A 56) Make the image brighter or darker... than the exposure set by the camcorder. Exposure (A 111) Get more life-like detail when shooting a scene with very bright areas. Highlight Priority Mode (A 85) [ Highlight ...
...; Audio Scenes (A 120) Choose whether to record in AVCHD or MP4 format. Movie Format (A 78) Getting the look you want Let the camcorder select the best settings according to the shooting scene to get beautiful video and photos. N mode (A 56) Make the image brighter or darker... than the exposure set by the camcorder. Exposure (A 111) Get more life-like detail when shooting a scene with very bright areas. Highlight Priority Mode (A 85) [ Highlight ...
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Save your recordings effortlessly on the optional CS100 Connect Station. CS100 Connect Station (A 163, 194) N Wireless functions Use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control while recording. CameraAccess plus (A 177) Use a Web browser on your smartphone or tablet to access and play back the recordings in the camcorder. Playback via Browser (A 189) 16
Save your recordings effortlessly on the optional CS100 Connect Station. CS100 Connect Station (A 163, 194) N Wireless functions Use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control while recording. CameraAccess plus (A 177) Use a Web browser on your smartphone or tablet to access and play back the recordings in the camcorder. Playback via Browser (A 189) 16
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.... Movie Uploader (A 192) Share your recordings with Web albums using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 196) Use the NFC function to effortlessly connect your camcorder to your NFC-enabled Android device. NFC (A 178, 184, 189) Connect the camcorder to your home network and wirelessly stream your recordings. Media Server...
.... Movie Uploader (A 192) Share your recordings with Web albums using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY. CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 196) Use the NFC function to effortlessly connect your camcorder to your NFC-enabled Android device. NFC (A 178, 184, 189) Connect the camcorder to your home network and wirelessly stream your recordings. Media Server...
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... Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-727 Battery Pack IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable HTC-100/S High Speed HDMI Cable Getting ... to save AVCHD movies to a computer and to transfer music files to the 'Transfer Utility LE Software Guide' included with the downloaded software. • The camcorder may make a rattling sound if it is shaken (A 256). 18 For details on using the software, refer to the...
... Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-110 Compact Power Adapter* BP-727 Battery Pack IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable HTC-100/S High Speed HDMI Cable Getting ... to save AVCHD movies to a computer and to transfer music files to the 'Transfer Utility LE Software Guide' included with the downloaded software. • The camcorder may make a rattling sound if it is shaken (A 256). 18 For details on using the software, refer to the...
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... of the touch screen, refer to the recording conditions. • The screen is produced using extremely high-precision manufac- This has no effect on the camcorder. tion. • For details about how to take care of the LCD panel according to Handling Precautions (A 280), Cleaning (A 286). 23 LCD touch screen Open...
... of the touch screen, refer to the recording conditions. • The screen is produced using extremely high-precision manufac- This has no effect on the camcorder. tion. • For details about how to take care of the LCD panel according to Handling Precautions (A 280), Cleaning (A 286). 23 LCD touch screen Open...
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... cards that can learn more about basic operations, such as using the touch screen, changing operating modes and using your camcorder is to complete the basic setup and set the camcorder's language, date and time, movie format (AVCHD or MP4), and recording memory (N only). This section explains how ...to insert one into the camcorder. Using a Memory Card 29 This section explains the types of the Camcorder 40 In this section you will need 33 to prepare the power supply. First Time Settings When you turn ...
... cards that can learn more about basic operations, such as using the touch screen, changing operating modes and using your camcorder is to complete the basic setup and set the camcorder's language, date and time, movie format (AVCHD or MP4), and recording memory (N only). This section explains how ...to insert one into the camcorder. Using a Memory Card 29 This section explains the types of the Camcorder 40 In this section you will need 33 to prepare the power supply. First Time Settings When you turn ...
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Charging the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. 1 1 2 2 1 1 Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet. • For Asia only: 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. 25
Charging the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. 1 1 2 2 1 1 Plug the compact power adapter into a power outlet. • For Asia only: 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. 25
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... down. 2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it clicks in place. 4 Charging will start when the camcorder is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes, refer to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it up until it out..../CHG indicator will go out when you turn on , the green POWER/CHG indicator will go out when the battery pack is turned off the camcorder. To remove the battery pack 1 Slide d in red (battery pack charging). Charging the Battery Pack 4 3 4 3 3 Attach the battery pack to Troubleshooting (A 255). ...
... down. 2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it clicks in place. 4 Charging will start when the camcorder is fully charged. • If the indicator flashes, refer to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it up until it out..../CHG indicator will go out when you turn on , the green POWER/CHG indicator will go out when the battery pack is turned off the camcorder. To remove the battery pack 1 Slide d in red (battery pack charging). Charging the Battery Pack 4 3 4 3 3 Attach the battery pack to Troubleshooting (A 255). ...