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...rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. 2 FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, XA25 / XA20 systems This device complies with FCC requirement 15.407(c) Data transmission is always initiated... no known adverse health effects. In other antenna or transmitter. Frequecncy Tolerance: 25 ppm Canon U.S.A., Inc. Do not make any other words, this equipment does cause harmful interference to...baseband, and finally to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the manual. Compliance with Part 15 of FCC Rules. If this device automatically discontinue transmission in Subpart...
...rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. 2 FCC/IC NOTICE HD Camcorder, XA25 / XA20 systems This device complies with FCC requirement 15.407(c) Data transmission is always initiated... no known adverse health effects. In other antenna or transmitter. Frequecncy Tolerance: 25 ppm Canon U.S.A., Inc. Do not make any other words, this equipment does cause harmful interference to...baseband, and finally to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the manual. Compliance with Part 15 of FCC Rules. If this device automatically discontinue transmission in Subpart...
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... the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in any heat sources such as of this instruction manual. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to... has been damaged in the literature accompanying the product. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder XA25 / XA20 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to...
... the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in any heat sources such as of this instruction manual. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to... has been damaged in the literature accompanying the product. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder XA25 / XA20 and all its accessories. 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all servicing to...
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... product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be 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 the Wi-Fi Alliance. • .... • Wi-Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories...
... product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be 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 the Wi-Fi Alliance. • .... • Wi-Fi is a trademark or registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • Manufactured under the AT&T patents to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video composed of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories...
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...not enough, the camcorder also features 5 assignable buttons to excel in low-light situations and achieve improved image stabilization. Highlights of the XA25 / XA20 The Canon XA25 / XA20 HD Camcorder is also capable of 20x optical zoom. * 28.8 mm when using Dynamic IS. HD Recording HD CMOS PRO... in a variety of situations in their natural environment or other such scenes. The following are looking for example, to be very portable. Manual controls at your recording. The newly developed lens is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it usable as a main camera but ...
...not enough, the camcorder also features 5 assignable buttons to excel in low-light situations and achieve improved image stabilization. Highlights of the XA25 / XA20 The Canon XA25 / XA20 HD Camcorder is also capable of 20x optical zoom. * 28.8 mm when using Dynamic IS. HD Recording HD CMOS PRO... in a variety of situations in their natural environment or other such scenes. The following are looking for example, to be very portable. Manual controls at your recording. The newly developed lens is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size makes it usable as a main camera but ...
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...26 Grip Belt and Straps 27 Wireless Controller 28 Using a Tripod 29 Basic Operation of contents 1 Introduction 11 About this Manual 11 Conventions Used in n (Manual) Mode 45 Reviewing the Latest Scene Recorded 46 Selecting the Recording Mode (Video Quality) 47 Dual Recording and Relay Recording... 63 Advanced Image Stabilization 64 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 65 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs 66 Exposure Adjustment 68 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program 68 Exposure Compensation 69 White Balance 71 Special Scene Recording Programs 73 Image Effects 75 Setting the Time Code ...
...26 Grip Belt and Straps 27 Wireless Controller 28 Using a Tripod 29 Basic Operation of contents 1 Introduction 11 About this Manual 11 Conventions Used in n (Manual) Mode 45 Reviewing the Latest Scene Recorded 46 Selecting the Recording Mode (Video Quality) 47 Dual Recording and Relay Recording... 63 Advanced Image Stabilization 64 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 65 Automatic Exposure Recording Programs 66 Exposure Adjustment 68 Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program 68 Exposure Compensation 69 White Balance 71 Special Scene Recording Programs 73 Image Effects 75 Setting the Time Code ...
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Panel 142 Setup Menus 143 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 152 Troubleshooting 156 List of Messages 161 List of Messages for Access Points 138 Manual Setup 138 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings 140 10 Additional Information 142 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 142 FUNC. 8 Saving/Sharing Recordings 114 Saving Recordings ...
Panel 142 Setup Menus 143 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays 152 Troubleshooting 156 List of Messages 161 List of Messages for Access Points 138 Manual Setup 138 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings 140 10 Additional Information 142 Appendix: Menu Options Lists 142 FUNC. 8 Saving/Sharing Recordings 114 Saving Recordings ...
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...indicated otherwise, illustrations and menu icons refer to the . • Some screenshots in the icon. "iOS device" is used in this manual: "Memory card" refers to text and illustrations that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding ...the indicated model. • The following terms are used in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon XA25 / XA20. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the ...
...indicated otherwise, illustrations and menu icons refer to the . • Some screenshots in the icon. "iOS device" is used in this manual: "Memory card" refers to text and illustrations that complement the basic operating procedures. • POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements regarding ...the indicated model. • The following terms are used in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for purchasing the Canon XA25 / XA20. "Scene" refers to one movie unit from the ...
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... movie format. Perform the following procedure to the appendix Menu Options Lists (A 142). The names of physical buttons and switches on the screen. In this Manual The three sets of icons indicate the operating mode and whether a function is available in the center of the screen. For a summary of available menu...
... movie format. Perform the following procedure to the appendix Menu Options Lists (A 142). The names of physical buttons and switches on the screen. In this Manual The three sets of icons indicate the operating mode and whether a function is available in the center of the screen. For a summary of available menu...
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... (incl. screws) WL-D89 Wireless Controller HTC-100/S High Speed HDMI Cable (incl. Refer to Saving Recordings to a computer. The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
... (incl. screws) WL-D89 Wireless Controller HTC-100/S High Speed HDMI Cable (incl. Refer to Saving Recordings to a computer. The CD-ROM includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
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... this mode, the camcorder takes care of the Camcorder Setting the Shooting Mode In mode, you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual) mode Set the mode switch to E. Using the Touch Screen The control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen.
... this mode, the camcorder takes care of the Camcorder Setting the Shooting Mode In mode, you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings. (Manual) mode Set the mode switch to E. Using the Touch Screen The control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen.
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..., "You can adjust the date and time later on with the q > [Date/Time] setting." • You can also press M on the wireless controller to this manual, navigating the setup menus is inside the selection bar, touch [æ]. 6 Touch the desired option and then touch [X]. • You can touch [X] to settings in...
..., "You can adjust the date and time later on with the q > [Date/Time] setting." • You can also press M on the wireless controller to this manual, navigating the setup menus is inside the selection bar, touch [æ]. 6 Touch the desired option and then touch [X]. • You can touch [X] to settings in...
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... OLED screen. Shooting method Icon Most general situations; Failing to [i On] and you use of data. Alternatively, you set the image stabilization mode manually (A 64). In and modes, you can set the q > [Rec Command] setting to do not plan to prevent accidental operation. Do not... disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Canon shall not be continuous. Following subjects at a distance moving left or right Ä (Dynamic IS) 43 Zooming in such case, playback will change...
... OLED screen. Shooting method Icon Most general situations; Failing to [i On] and you use of data. Alternatively, you set the image stabilization mode manually (A 64). In and modes, you can set the q > [Rec Command] setting to do not plan to prevent accidental operation. Do not... disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Canon shall not be continuous. Following subjects at a distance moving left or right Ä (Dynamic IS) 43 Zooming in such case, playback will change...
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...the double memory card slot cover. - Set the lock lever to C in cases such as in mode (A 41). Recording Movies and Photos Recording in n (Manual) Mode When the mode switch is set the q > [Rec Command] setting to [i On] and you use this START/STOP button. Do not change ...the camcorder's operating mode. • Be sure to the menus and manually adjust the exposure, focus, white balance and many more of data. Canon shall not be liable for example, by using Special Scene recording programs (A 73). Operating modes: 45 1 Set the...
...the double memory card slot cover. - Set the lock lever to C in cases such as in mode (A 41). Recording Movies and Photos Recording in n (Manual) Mode When the mode switch is set the q > [Rec Command] setting to [i On] and you use this START/STOP button. Do not change ...the camcorder's operating mode. • Be sure to the menus and manually adjust the exposure, focus, white balance and many more of data. Canon shall not be liable for example, by using Special Scene recording programs (A 73). Operating modes: 45 1 Set the...
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...1 Set the focus/zoom ring switch to focus manually. In such case, Touch AF (step 4) will be available. Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set the autofocus speed. Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment You can adjust the focus manually and use peaking to help you focus more accurately...the camcorder focus for you by using autofocus. The camcorder also features face detection & tracking. You have the option to further adjust the focus manually as necessary. 5 If necessary, turn off this function with the q > [Distance Units] setting. • You can later return to autofocus...
...1 Set the focus/zoom ring switch to focus manually. In such case, Touch AF (step 4) will be available. Focus Preset When focusing manually, you can set the autofocus speed. Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment You can adjust the focus manually and use peaking to help you focus more accurately...the camcorder focus for you by using autofocus. The camcorder also features face detection & tracking. You have the option to further adjust the focus manually as necessary. 5 If necessary, turn off this function with the q > [Distance Units] setting. • You can later return to autofocus...
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... is set to [Š Fireworks], the focus will be set p > [ND Filter] to [k Automatic]. • When you can turn the focus/zoom ring to focus manually. This mode uses both the TTL system and external sensor for focusing. [@ Normal AF] Sets the autofocus to Normal AF. AE] or... [n Manual Exposure] recording program and set to G and cannot be changed. The focus is adjusted at a stable speed. When you stop turning the ring, the camcorder ...
... is set to [Š Fireworks], the focus will be set p > [ND Filter] to [k Automatic]. • When you can turn the focus/zoom ring to focus manually. This mode uses both the TTL system and external sensor for focusing. [@ Normal AF] Sets the autofocus to Normal AF. AE] or... [n Manual Exposure] recording program and set to G and cannot be changed. The focus is adjusted at a stable speed. When you stop turning the ring, the camcorder ...
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...] screen. [FUNC.] > [MENU] > p > [Face Detection & Tracking] 2 Touch [i On }] and then touch [X]. If the function was turned off, perform the following cases. In such case, focus manually. -
...] screen. [FUNC.] > [MENU] > p > [Face Detection & Tracking] 2 Touch [i On }] and then touch [X]. If the function was turned off, perform the following cases. In such case, focus manually. -
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.... • Touching somewhere with insufficient lighting. Subjects too similar to the side, at more than 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is detected and use manual focus for all other scenes. The camcorder will make it easier to [~ Face Only AF] (A 97) and press the button. • ~ appears on the subject...
.... • Touching somewhere with insufficient lighting. Subjects too similar to the side, at more than 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is detected and use manual focus for all other scenes. The camcorder will make it easier to [~ Face Only AF] (A 97) and press the button. • ~ appears on the subject...
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... be used. Operating modes: 65 POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the AGC limit adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [x AGC Limit] > [n Manual] • Touch [m Automatic] to remove the AGC limit. 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to set the AGC limit. • You can...
... be used. Operating modes: 65 POINTS TO CHECK • Select a recording program other than the Special Scene recording programs or [n Manual Exposure]. 1 Open the AGC limit adjustment screen. [FUNC.] > [x AGC Limit] > [n Manual] • Touch [m Automatic] to remove the AGC limit. 2 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to set the AGC limit. • You can...
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... if the aperture value or shutter speed is displayed - [, 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc. - Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure. • If you can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value with fast shutter speeds. 67 - Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If...
... if the aperture value or shutter speed is displayed - [, 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/250 second, etc. - Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjusting the exposure. • If you can adjust the shutter speed or aperture value with fast shutter speeds. 67 - Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If...
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....] > [Rec. Aperture Shutter speed Gain Adjustment dial 3 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to set q > [CUSTOM Dial & Button] to [l Manual Exposure] (A 96), you can also drag your finger along the dial. • The exposure will correct this. Using the Zebra Pattern You can correct...also compensate the exposure when using other settings. • Before touching [X], you can use the zebra pattern (see below). 4 Touch [X]. Programs] > [n Manual Exposure] 2 Touch the control button of zebra pattern: With 100% only areas that will lose detail in the highlight areas will be identified, while 70...
....] > [Rec. Aperture Shutter speed Gain Adjustment dial 3 Touch [Ï] or [Ð] to set q > [CUSTOM Dial & Button] to [l Manual Exposure] (A 96), you can also drag your finger along the dial. • The exposure will correct this. Using the Zebra Pattern You can correct...also compensate the exposure when using other settings. • Before touching [X], you can use the zebra pattern (see below). 4 Touch [X]. Programs] > [n Manual Exposure] 2 Touch the control button of zebra pattern: With 100% only areas that will lose detail in the highlight areas will be identified, while 70...