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This is a convenient way to make a backup copy of your recording while you record. Operating modes: 1 Insert memory cards into memory card slot 2 and memory card slot 3. Lost original recordings cannot be recovered.

Make sure you save important recordings in advance using an external device A You can select the memory that will be used to record movies and photos A Operating modes: 1 Set the mode switch to N. To record video Press Y to begin recording. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. Changing the recording mode will change the recording time available on the memory.

Operating modes: 1 Open the [Frame Rate] screen. Page Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment Focus Adjustment You can adjust the focus manually and use the peaking function to assist you or you can let the camcorder focus for you by using autofocus. With autofocus, you can set the autofocus speed. The focus is adjusted at the highest speed. This mode is useful even when recording in very bright or low-light surroundings.

This mode uses both the TTL system and external sensor for focusing. Page 50 Focus Adjustment By default, face detection is activated. If the function was turned off, perform the following procedure to turn it on. To select the main subject If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will automatically select one person it determines is the main subject.

Page Zooming Zooming Zooming Operating modes: There are three ways you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the wireless controller or using the zoom controls on the touch screen.

Page Advanced Image Stabilization Advanced Image Stabilization Advanced Image Stabilization The image stabilizer reduces camcorder blur blur due to the camcorder moving so you can get nice, stable shots. Select the image stabilization mode according to the shooting conditions. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Image Stabilizer] screen. However, using higher gain values may result in more noticeable video noise. You can select the AGC limit to curb the amount of noise by setting the maximum gain value to be used.

When using the AE recording programs, you can change functions like the white balance and image effects. Operating modes: 1 Open the screen of the desired recording program. Page Exposure Adjustment Exposure Adjustment Exposure Adjustment At times, backlit subjects may appear too dark underexposed or subjects under very strong lights may appear too bright or glaring overexposed. In such cases, adjusting the exposure will correct this. This camcorder features a dedicated recording program, [n Manual Exposure], for adjusting the exposure manually.

Page Exposure Compensation Exposure Adjustment 1 From the exposure adjustment screen, touch [w] to select the zebra level.

Page 61 Exposure Adjustment To adjust the Touch AE function for highlights Highlight AE Certain subjects, like clouds or white objects, are easily overexposed and can end up appearing as bright areas where all detail is lost. Using the [Highlights] setting, you can touch the brightest area inside the y frame and the camcorder will automatically make corrections so that area is not overexposed. Page White Balance White Balance White Balance The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions.

Page Special Scene Recording Programs Special Scene Recording Programs Special Scene Recording Programs Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sunset or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene recording program. Movies: In record pause mode, press Y on the camcorder or wireless controller. This will greatly enhance the sense of "being there".

Page Audio Equalizer Audio Scenes and Other Audio Settings Audio Equalizer You can use the audio equalizer to adjust sound levels by specifically targeting the high- or low- frequency range and selecting one of 3 available levels.

The audio equalizer settings are only available when recording sound using the built-in microphone. The external audio input can be from the optional WM-V1 Wireless Microphone, a commercially available external microphone or from an external audio player analog Line In.

For details about optional accessories available for use with your camcorder, refer to Optional Accessories A When recording outside, the built-in microphone may pick up excessive noise from wind. In such cases, we recommend using an external microphone with a wind screen. You can also mix and record audio from the WM-V1 with audio from the built-in microphone. Operating modes: Attach the optional video light to the mini advanced shoe.

The video scopes appear only on the LCD screen. They do not appear in the viewfinder or on an external monitor. Then, play back your video snapshot scenes set to your favorite background music A Page Pre-Recording Pre-Recording Pre-Recording The camcorder will start recording 3 seconds before you press Y, ensuring you do not miss important shooting opportunities.

This is especially useful when it is difficult to predict when to start recording. By default, the pre-recording function is assigned to assignable button 2.

Page Faders Faders Faders The camcorder offers two professional looking transition effects to fade-in or fade-out scenes. You have the option to activate the fader only one time or every time you start or stop recording. Operating modes: 1 Open the fader selection screen. Page Assignable Buttons Assignable Buttons Assignable Buttons The camcorder conveniently features 2 buttons to which you can assign various functions.

By assigning often used functions, you can quickly access them with a single press of a button. Operating modes: Changing the Assigned Function 1 Open the selection screen for the desired assignable button. During playback, the playback controls will disappear automatically after a few seconds without operation. Page 89 Playing Back Video During playback pause:! Resume playback. Capture the displayed frame as a photo A During slow playback, touch anywhere on the screen to return to playback pause.

This convenient way of displaying scenes grouped by recording date in a 3D layout can be useful to flip through a large number of recordings. You can also select the memory from which you want to play back your recordings. Deleting scenes allows you also to free up space on the memory. The two preexisting stories, [Unsorted] and [Video Snapshot], cannot be deleted. Page Dividing Scenes Dividing Scenes Dividing Scenes You can divide scenes in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest.

Operating modes: 1 Play back the scene you want to divide. You can use the movie timeline to break the scene to segments at fixed time intervals ranging from 6 seconds to 6 minutes.

For example, you may want to print photos from video recorded at a party or create a small video clip using video snapshot scenes from the highlights of an event. The size of the captured photos will be x and it cannot be changed.

This small but rugged case can conveniently be carried by hand or via the comfortable shoulder strap, with each option providing added security and the shoulder strap method providing convenient hands-free transportation. Fits most Canon Consumer Camcorders with large front-zippered pockets, two carrying straps with overlapping grip and a removable shoulder strap.

For those times when you're far from the action, but want to capture everything like you're right there, the TL-H37 Tele Converter increases the focal length of your lens by 1. CarePAK PLUS offers protection from accidental damage such as drops, spills, power surges, and more, including normal wear and tear, beyond the standard warranty period. Wide Conversion Lens for 37mm filter diameter which optimized for High Definition camcorders. Community Join our Community to ask questions, share knowledge, and connect with others.

High Definition Video on Hard Disk Drive Continuing Canon's industry-leading reputation for technology and product quality, Canon's latest high definition camcorders deliver the optical excellence, advanced image processing and superb performance found in our photographic and broadcast television lenses.

With our Canon Exclusives, we bring more advanced features to our camcorders, enabling you to more easily take your video to a higher level than ever possible before. It also is a dual system camcorder, with the capability of also recording video and still images to an SDHC card as well. Enhanced and simplified controls give you more choices and easier operation. Remarkable image reproduction and advanced features are yours in this compact AVCHD Format Hard Disk Drive camcorder which easily goes along with you, wherever you are, to capture those unforgettable moments in life- in true HD.

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