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10 Enjoying your Recordings on Other DevicesEye-FiSDAVCHDMPEG-2SD-VideoConnect the camcorder to an HDTV (0 125)Play video directly from your recorded

100  Video2 Select the scene you want to divide and touch it to start playing it back.3 Pause the playback at the point where you want to divide the

Photos  101PhotosRefer to this chapter for details on taking photos (advanced shooting functions), viewing photos and printing them. For details abou

102  Photos4 Touch the photo you wish to view.• The photo is displayed in single photo view. • Drag your finger left/right to browse through the phot

Photos  103IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data

104  Photos3 Touch on the individual photos you want to delete.• A checkmark O will appear on photos selected. Touch a selected photo again to remove

Photos  105Additional FunctionsTaking Photos in y Manual Mode1 Set the mode switch to y.2 Turn on the camcorder.• e By default, photos are recorded i

106  PhotosNOTES• If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, h turns yellow. Adjust the focus manually (0 75).• When the subject is too bright, [O

Photos  107OptionsLarge capacity memory cards, like those usually used for video record-ing, can contain a very large number of photos. As a referenc

108  PhotosFlashYou can use the flash to take photos in dark places.POINTS TO CHECK• Select a recording program other than [M Fireworks], [r Underwat

Photos  1092Press j, first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the photo.Depending on the setting selected and shooting condit

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110  Photos• About the AF-Assist Lamp: While you press j halfway, if the sur-roundings of the subject are too dark, the mini video light may light up

Photos  111Options ( Default value)Continuous Shooting/Hi-Speed Continuous Shooting 1Press j halfway to activate the autofocus.2Press j fully and ho

112  Photos* The number displayed on the right corner indicates the approximate number of photos that can be recorded with the current quality/size s

Photos  113Light Metering ModeThe camcorder measures the light reflected from the subject in order to calculate the optimal exposure settings. Depend

114  PhotosSlideshow set to a music track3 Touch the screen to display the playback controls, then touch [A] to play back the slideshow set to the se

Photos  1152 Drag your finger across the photo to display the area you want to see enlarged.To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward Q

116  PhotosThe histogram and Exif information panel are displayed as well. Press h to hide the histogram and Exif information panel. The area to the

Photos  117* Touch [Remove Protection] to remove the protection from the selected photos.IMPORTANT• Initializing the memory will permanently erase al

118  PhotosPrinting PhotosPrinting Photos (Direct Print)The camcorder can be connected to any PictBridge-compatible printer. You can mark in advance

Photos  119• For best performance when connecting the camcorder to a PictBridge-compatible printer, we recommend keeping the number of photos in the

12  Table of contents Introduction8 Exciting Features and New Functions16 About this Manual18 Getting to Know the Camcorder18 Supplied Accessories a

120  Photos• Other printers or if the error still persists with a Canon printer: If printing does not resume automatically, disconnect the USB cable

Photos  1212Touch [a] to open the photo selection screen.3 Touch on the individual photos you want to mark with a print order.• A checkmark O will ap

122  External ConnectionsExternal ConnectionsThis chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer

External Connections  123Connection DiagramsIn the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right si

124  External ConnectionsConnection BComponent VideoType: Analog Quality: High Definition Output onlyConnect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with

External Connections  125NOTES• To be able to write back scenes and to transfer music files from the computer to the camcorder, power the camcorder u

126  External ConnectionsNOTES• To correctly play back movies recorded with x.v.Color (0 151) on an HDTV compatible with this standard, additional se

External Connections  127Saving and Sharing Your Recordingse Copying Recordings to a Memory CardYou can copy your recordings only one-way: from the b

128  External ConnectionsCopying a Single Photo1 In single photo view, select the photo you want to copy.Check that you are viewing photos recorded i

External Connections  129IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in pe

Table of contents  13 Dual Shot Mode43 Basic Recording43 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in Dual Shot Mode44 About the Smart AUTO mode47 Zooming48

130  External ConnectionsInstallationSee ‘PIXELA Applications’ Installation Guide. Using the software See ‘ImageMixer 3 SE Software Guide’ (PDF file

External Connections  131IMPORTANT• When the camcorder is connected to a computer: - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the mem

132  External Connectionse Saving Movies onto Standard-Definition Discs (DVD)You can convert your high-definition video recordings into standard defi

External Connections  133• To select all the scenes at once: Touch [Select All] instead of touching individual scenes. (Remove in advance any checkma

134  External Connections• The time required to convert scenes is approximately equal to the total playback time of the converted scenes. In most cas

External Connections  135Copying Recordings to an External Video RecorderIn High DefinitionConnect the camcorder to AVCHD-compatible digital video re

136  External ConnectionsNOTES• We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter.e Uploading Movies to Video Sharing Web SitesYou

External Connections  1374Touch [a] to open the scene selection screen.When you convert scenes from the [Playlist] index screen (including the playli

138  External ConnectionsTo convert only part of a sceneInstead of steps 4 and 5 above, touch on the scene you want to con-vert to start playing it b

External Connections  1393 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable.• Connection D. Refer to Connection Diagrams (0 125).•

14  Table of contents84 Using the Mini Advanced Shoe85 Using an External Microphone86 Using a Zoom Remote Controller88 Selecting the Playback Startin

140  External Connections• The status of the wireless communication is shown by the Eye-Fi icon as follows:- g (grayed out) Communication not establi

External Connections  141* This menu option will appear only when using an Eye-Fi card.• If the LOCK switch on the Eye-Fi card is set to prevent writ

142  Additional InformationAdditional InformationThis chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen mes-sages, handling and maintenance tips, and o

Additional Information  143[S Flash] [U Automatic], [V Red-Eye Auto], [S Flash On], [W Flash Off]–  108[X Focus] [2] (manual focus): Toggle on (x )

144  Additional InformationSetup Menus[Edit] Panel - Mode1: Original sceness: Playlist scenes (including the playlist only of video snapshot scenes

Additional Information  145[Edit] Panel - ModeControl Button Index ScreenSingle Photo View0e[Copy (PUg)][Selected Photos], [All Photos] 128[Delete

146  Additional InformationSetup Menus7 / 8 Camera Setup* Option available only when the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone is attached to the camcor

Additional Information  147[Digital Zoom]: Determines the operation of the digital zoom. The color of the indicator indi-cates the zoom.• When activa

148  Additional Information• Using focus assistance will not affect the recordings. It will be cancelled automatically after 4 seconds or when you st

Additional Information  149[Onscreen Markers]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the cen-ter of the screen. Use the markers as a referen

Table of contents  15 External Connections122 Terminals on the Camcorder123 Connection Diagrams125 Playback on a TV Screen127 Saving and Sharing You

150  Additional Information[Frame Rate]: Selects the frame rate to be used when recording.[o PF30]: 30 frames per second, progressive. Use this frame

Additional Information  151[Memory Info]: Displays a screen where you can verify how much of the built-in memory (e only) or the memory card is curre

152  Additional Information• The photo number indicates the name and location of the file on the memory card. For example, the file name of a photo n

Additional Information  1536 System SetupMenu item Setting options4 31 20[Font Size] [A Large], [B Small] –[Output Onscreen Displays][A On], [B O

154  Additional Information1Option not available from the [Playlist] index screen.2Option not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV us

Additional Information  155[LCD Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.• Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect the

156  Additional Information[Control for HDMI]: Activates the HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Con-trol) function. When you connect the camcorder to an

Additional Information  157Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies (in Dual Shot mode)1 Smart AUTO mode (0 44)2 Onscreen zoom controls

158  Additional Information Recording Movies (in y Manual mode)As Control button: Open the FUNC. panel (0 32)Ad Recording program (0 61, 64, 71)Af R

Additional Information  159 Recording Photos (in y Manual mode)Dk Drive mode (0 110)Dl Light metering mode (0 113)Fq Control button: Last function us

16  IntroductionAbout this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF M31 / VIXIA HF M30 / VIXIA HF M301. Please read this manual carefully be

160  Additional Information Viewing PhotosExif information panelGg Control button: Open the setup menus (0 146)Gh Protected photo mark (0 116)Gj Curr

Additional Information  1615 Memory operationNRecord, MRecord pause, APlayback, CPlayback pause, IFast playback, JFast reverse playback, GSlow playba

162  Additional InformationTro ub le ?TroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Some-times what you think is a

Additional Information  163- The camcorder cannot communicate with the battery pack attached. Such battery packs can-not be charged using this camcor

164  Additional InformationAfter using the camcorder for a long time, it becomes hot.- The camcorder may become hot after using it continuously for l

Additional Information  165When playing scenes/a slideshow linked to external audio, the video playback is not correctly linked to the external playe

166  Additional InformationThe red ON/OFF (CHG) indicator flashes very slowly ( one flash at 2-second intervals). - The temperature of the battery p

Additional Information  167Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels.- When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, shows or concerts)

168  Additional InformationConnections with External DevicesVideo noise appears on the TV screen.- When using the camcorder in a room where a TV is l

Additional Information  169Photos are not correctly printed- You may not be able to print correctly, using a PictBridge-compatible printer, photos wh

Introduction  17Self Timer• n appears.• Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off the self timer. mode: In record pause mode, press g.The camcorder star

170  Additional Informatione Cannot convert- Cannot access the memory card. Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted cor-rectly.- You inser

Additional Information  171Cannot play the movies on this memory card- Movies cannot be played back from a 64 MB or smaller memory card. Use a recomm

172  Additional Information- If after the message disappears, g appears in red, perform the following: Turn off the cam-corder and remove and reinser

Additional Information  173Initialize only using the camcorder- There is a problem with the file system that prevents accessing the selected memory.

174  Additional InformationNo scenes- There are no scenes in the memory selected. Have fun shooting some video (0 43).- After selecting [Scenes with

Additional Information  175e Some scenes were recorded using another device and cannot be copied.- Scenes that were not recorded with this camcorder

176  Additional Informatione Total play time is too long- The playlist cannot be converted when its total playback time exceeds 2 hours and 30 min-ut

Additional Information  177Paper error- There is a problem with the paper. The paper is not correctly loaded or the paper size is wrong. - If the pap

178  Additional Information Do’s and Don’tsHandling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum per-formance.

Additional Information  179• When mounting the camcorder on a tripod, make sure that the tripod's fas-tening screw is shorter than 5.5 mm (0.2 i

18  IntroductionGetting to Know the CamcorderSupplied Accessories and CD-ROMsThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:CA-570 Compac

180  Additional Information Remaining battery timeIf the remaining battery time displayed is not correct, charge the battery pack fully. Still, the c

Additional Information  181• Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have a physical switch to prevent writ-ing on the card so as to avoid the accidental er

182  Additional Information • Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.• For California, USA only: The lithium battery includ

Additional Information  183Maintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated

184  Additional Information • Remove the memory card and battery pack. Then, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust gradual

Additional Information  185General InformationAccessories*Supplied with the camcorder; not available as an optional accessory. (Availability differs

186  Additional Information NOTES• Accessories that are compatible with the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be attached to this camcorder. Look for th

Additional Information  1875 CG-800 Battery ChargerUse the battery charger to charge the battery packs. It plugs directly into a power outlet without

188  Additional Information Using a memory card* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, and power on/o

Additional Information  1899 FS-H37U Filter SetNeutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting condi-tions.Aq SC-2000

Introduction  19The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:• PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM* and ‘PIXELA Applications’ In

190  Additional Information Af VFL-2 Video Flash LightThis video flash light allows you to record photos and movies even at night or in dark places.

Additional Information  191Product CodesProvided AccessoriesCA-570 Compact Power Adapter 8468A002AABP-808 Battery Pack 2740B002AAWL-D89 Wireless Con

192  Additional Information SpecificationsVIXIA HF M31 / VIXIA HF M30 / VIXIA HF M301 / System• Recording SystemMovies: AVCHD Video compression: MPE

Additional Information  193• Lens f=4.1-61.5 mm, F/1.8-3.2, 15x optical zoom35 mm equivalent: Movies:[Dynamic] IS mode: 39.5 – 711 mmOther IS modes:

194  Additional Information Power/Others• Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter)• Power consumption: 3.5 W (S

Additional Information  195Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted.The information in this manual is verified as of Dece

196  Additional InformationIndex24p Cinema Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . .643D Flip View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55AAbroad, using the camc

Additional Information  197Histogram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115IImage effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78Image stabilizer . .

198  Additional InformationSerial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Setup menus . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 146Shutter speed . . . . . . .

199CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATESThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc.

2 IntroductionImportant Usage InstructionsWARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.WARNIN

20  IntroductionNames of Parts1 DISP. (onscreen display) button (0 94)/BATT. INFO button (0 161) 2 2 (camera/play) button (0 31)3 Speaker (0 52)4 Mem

200 LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA STORED ON THE EQUIPMENT’S HARD DRIVE, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL,

201CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with r

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Introduction  21Al Mini advanced shoe (0 84)Sq Mode switch (0 31)Sa PHOTO button (0 43, 105)Ss Zoom lever (0 47)Sd VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button

22  IntroductionWireless Controller WL-D89Ds Serial numberDd Tripod socket (0 179)1 START/STOP button (0 43, 59)2 b (index selection) button (0 53)Pr

Preparations  23PreparationsThis chapter describes basic operations, such as using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to

24  Preparations5 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off.• If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when y

Preparations  25• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not con-nect the supplied compact power adapter to voltage converters for

26  PreparationsPreparing the AccessoriesWireless ControllerFirst, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wire-less controller.1

Preparations  27Grip Belt and StrapsFasten the grip belt.Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the g

28  PreparationsTo attach an optional wrist strapPass the attaching end of the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the camcorder, thread the wris

Preparations  29NOTES• About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-pre-cision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% o

3The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.CAUTION:

30  PreparationsBasic Operation of the CamcorderUsing the Touch ScreenThe control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynam

Preparations  31• For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to Handling Precautions (0 178), Cleaning (0 183).Operating ModesReco

32  PreparationsNOTES• e When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used for recording.• You can

Preparations  33In and mode, touch [Edit] to display a similar panel contain-ing the various operations that are available after selecting one or m

34  PreparationsNOTES• A small font size is used in menu screens so you can see the options currently selected. You can enlarge the font size by sett

Preparations  35First Time SettingsSetting the Date and TimeYou will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. Th

36  PreparationsChanging the LanguageThe default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 22 other languages.* Only when perfor

Preparations  37Using a Memory CardMemory Cards Compatible for Use with the CamcorderYou can use commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards wit

38  PreparationsSDXC Memory CardsAs of May 2010, SDXC memory cards have been tested to work under Windows 7. For details on whether your computer&apo

Preparations  39Inserting and Removing a Memory CardMake sure to initialize (0 41) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder.1 Turn off

4 In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF M30 A / VIXIA HF M31 A / VIXIA HF M301 A and all its acce

40  PreparationsPOINTS TO CHECK• Be sure you understand the information provided in Eye-Fi Cards (0 38) before using an Eye-Fi card.* When selecting

Preparations  41NOTES• Any of the following actions will deactivate the relay recording function: - Turning off the camcorder.- Opening the memory ca

42  Preparations* Touch this option if you want to physically erase all the data rather than just clear the file allocation table of the memory. **If

Dual Shot Mode  43Dual Shot ModeThis chapter covers how to easily record video and photos in the all-automatic Dual Shot mode, and how to use basic s

44  Dual Shot ModeWhen you have finished recording1 Make sure that the ACCESS indicator is off.2 Turn off the camcorder.3 Close the LCD panel.About D

Dual Shot Mode  45IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent

46  Dual Shot Mode• Be sure to save your recordings regularly (0 127), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for an

Dual Shot Mode  47ZoomingThere are three ways you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the wireless

48  Dual Shot Mode2 Touch the zoom controls to operate the zoom. Touch anywhere within the Q area to zoom out or anywhere within the P area to zoom i

Dual Shot Mode  492 When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel.The ON/OFF (CHG) indicator turns back green and the camcorder is ready to r

521 Placing or Moving — Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or

50  VideoVideoThis chapter covers functions related to movies, including play-back, advanced shooting, advanced functions and playlist and scene oper

Video  514 Touch the desired scene to play it back.• Playback will start from the scene selected and continue until the end of the last scene in the

52  VideoDuring playback pause: A Stop the playback.B Jump to the beginning of the scene. Double-tap to jump to the previous scene.C Pause the playba

Video  53IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data los

54  VideoOptionsNOTES• Fast/slow playback modes are not available for scenes converted to standard definition. Scenes in the [SD Scenes] index screen

Video  553D Flip View3D Flip View is a fun way to display your video recordings (original scenes) in a 3D layout, organized by recording date.In any

56  VideoNarrowing Down the Scenes Shown in the Index ScreenFrom the [Original] index screen, you can narrow down the scenes shown, leaving only scen

Video  572 Open the calendar screen.• Dates that contain scenes (that is, movies were recorded on that date) appear in black against a silver backgro

58  Video3 Touch on the individual scenes you want to delete.• A checkmark O will appear on scenes selected. Touch a selected scene again to remove t

Video  59Advanced FunctionsShooting Video in y Manual ModeWhen the mode switch is set to y (Manual mode), you can enjoy full access to the menus and

6 30 Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to qualifie

60  VideoNOTES• The zoom, Quick Start function, power saving modes, etc. operate the same way in mode as in mode. For details, refer to Dual Shot

Video  61Special Scene Recording ProgramsRecording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display become

62  Video[GSports] To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf.[q Night Scene] To record nightscapes with lower noise.[ISnow] To record in bright

Video  63NOTES•[F Portrait]/[G Sports]/[I Snow]/[J Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback.•[F Portrait]: The blur effect of the ba

64  Video- p will appear on the screen when the camcorder's temperature becomes too high. If this happens, turn off the camcorder, take it out o

Video  65To change the frame rateAdvanced Image StabilizationThe image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur (blur due to the cam-corder moving) so you c

66  VideoNOTES• If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate.• Powered IS is not available

Video  671 Activate the pre-recording function.• d appears.• Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off pre-recording.2Press g. The scene recorded in the

68  VideoPOINTS TO CHECK• Select a recording program other than [q Night Scene], [p Low Light], [M Fireworks] or [r Underwater].By default, face dete

Video  69Touch & TrackWhen recording people, face detection (0 67) will track the main sub-ject and keep it always in focus. But also when record

7Trademark Acknowledgements• SD, SDHC and SDXC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of

70  Video1 Press z.• A blue border appears on the screen.• Press z again to return to normal video recording mode.2 Press g.• By default, the camcord

Video  71To fade in/outPress g in record pause mode (M) to start recording with a fade in. Press g while recording (N) to fade out and pause the reco

72  VideoOptions ( Default value)NOTES•[B Shutter-Pri. AE]:- On screen only the denominator is displayed – [B 250] indicates a shutter speed of 1/25

Video  73Shutter Speed and Aperture Value GuidelinesWith slower shutter speed you can add a nice motion blur and sense of movement.With faster shutt

74  VideoManual Exposure AdjustmentAt times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or sub-jects under very strong lights may appear too

Video  75NOTES• If the recording program is changed during exposure lock, the cam-corder will return to automatic exposure.• When shooting subjects w

76  VideoPOINTS TO CHECK• Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure.1 Open the manual focus screen.2 Touch a subject that appears inside the X f

Video  77White BalanceThe white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects w

78  VideoNOTES• When you select the custom white balance:-Set 7 8 [Digital Zoom] to [B Off].- Reset the white balance when you change locations or th

Video  79Options ( Default value)Mini Video LightYou can turn on the mini video light to shoot video or take photos in dark places.POINTS TO CHECK•

8 Exciting Features and New FunctionsHigh-Definition VideoYour camcorder’s full high-definition image sensor (Full HD CMOS) captures video at a resol

80  VideoNOTES• We recommend not using the mini video light while the optional Wide-converter or Tele-converter is attached; its shadow can appear on

Video  81 mode: Press j, first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully.The camcorder will record the photo after a 10-second countdown*. The

82  Video2 Touch and hold [y] or [A] to adjust the audio recording level as necessary.As a guideline, adjust the audio recording level so that the au

Video  83Using HeadphonesUse headphones for playback or to check the audio level while record-ing. The headphones are connected to the AV OUT/X termi

84  VideoIMPORTANT• When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume to an appro-priate level.• Do not connect the headphones to the AV OUT/X ter

Video  85NOTES• Accessories designed for the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be used with this camcorder. Look for video accessories bearing this logo

86  VideoUsing other microphonesYou can also use commercially avail-able microphones. Connect the exter-nal microphone to the MIC terminal. Use comme

Video  87Attach the optional RA-V1 Remote Control Adapter to the mini advanced shoe.Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe (0 84). appears. For detai

88  VideoSelecting the Playback Starting PointIf you have a very long scene, you may want to start playing back the scene from a certain point. You c

Video  89To change the interval between framesTo display changes in the scene’s main subject• The timeline ruler will show frames taken from the scen

9Smart AUTO (0 44)Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you want to shoot. You get spectacular recordings every time wi

90  VideoPlaying Back Scenes Set to Background MusicYou can play back video snapshot scenes, scenes in the playlist and photo slideshows set to backg

Video  913 Back in the index screen, touch a scene to start the playback set to the selected music track.In mode, touch a photo to go to single pho

92  Video2 Activate the external audio input.3 Connect the external player to the camcorder's MIC terminal.4 Adjust the audio input as necessary

Video  93NOTES• You can also add to the playlist just the video snapshot scenes you want to watch and arrange their playback order.• Initializing a m

94  VideoOnscreen Displays and Data CodeYou can turn most onscreen displays on or off.Repeatedly press h to turn the onscreen displays on/off in the

Video  95Playlist and Scene OperationsEditing the Playlist: Adding, Deleting, Moving and Playing BackCreate a playlist to play back only the scenes y

96  Video• e You can copy scenes from the built-in memory to the mem-ory card (0 127) to include in the memory card’s playlist also scenes that were

Video  97Capturing Photos and Video Snapshot Scenes from a MovieYou can capture video snapshot scenes, single photos or a series of continuous photos

98  VideoNOTES• A video snapshot scene can be captured only during playback; it can-not be captured during playback pause mode.• e The captured video

Video  99To capture the photos 1 Play back the scene from which you want to capture the photo.2 Pause the playback at the point you want to capture.3