Page 1 PUB. DIE-0499-000B HD Camcorder Instruction Manual...
Page 2: Important Usage Instructions
Important Usage Instructions WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFER- ENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright own- ers and be contrary to copyright laws. Trademark Acknowledgements •...
Page 3 • “Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video com- posed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines). • This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video.
Page 4: About This Manual And Camcorder
About this Manual and Camcorder Thank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA HF R88 / LEGRIA HF R87 / LEGRIA HF R86 / LEGRIA HF R806. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should...
Page 5 • Brackets [ ] are used to refer to onscreen controls you need to touch (menus, buttons, etc.) and to messages as they are displayed on the screen. • The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
Page 6 • Observe the following precautions while the camcorder’s ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to the memory. - Do not open the memory card slot cover. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the cam- corder.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Usage Instructions ..........2 About this Manual and Camcorder ........4 The Camcorder’s Functions in Real-Life Situations ....12 Unique functions for special cases........12 Getting the look you want ...........13 Challenging subjects and shooting conditions.....14 Playback, editing and others..........15 e Wireless functions .........16 Getting to Know the Camcorder..........18 Supplied Accessories ............18...
Page 8 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 Photos ..............54 AUTO Mode ...............56 Zooming ................59 Basic Playback ..............65 Playing Back Video .............65 Viewing Photos..............71 Deleting Scenes and Photos..........74 Advanced Recording Functions .........
Page 9 Programmed AE Mode: Adjusting Settings to Match Your Needs..............92 Convenient Functions............93 Slow & Fast Motion Recording..........93 Decoration: Adding a Personal Touch.........98 Video Snapshot ..............106 Face Detection and Tracking ..........107 Faders ................110 When You Want More Control...........112 Exposure ................112 Focus ................114 White Balance ..............116 Frame Rate...............118 Tele Macro ...............119...
Page 10 Using an iOS or Android Device as a Remote Control..173 Saving Recordings Using an iOS/Android Device....185 Saving Recordings on the Optional CS100 Connect Station (NFC+Wi-Fi) ............188 Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY..190 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings..........196 Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point ......196 Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings........202...
Page 11 Additional Information..........206 Appendix: Menu Options Lists ..........207 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays......231 Trouble?................240 Troubleshooting..............240 List of Messages...............251 Do’s and Don’ts ..............270 Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions ....270 Maintenance/Others ............278 Cleaning ................278 Condensation ..............278 Using the Camcorder Abroad ...........279 General Information ............281 Optional Accessories ............281 Specifications ..............285 Reference Tables...............291...
Page 12: The Camcorder's Functions In Real-Life Situations
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 specially designed stamps to keep track of baby’s growth.  Baby Mode (A 85) Shoot a cool time-lapse video or use slow motion to check your golf swing.
Page 13: Getting The Look You Want
Record the best sound possible according to your shooting situation, such as when attending a speech or musical performance.  Audio Scenes (A 120) Choose whether to record in AVCHD or MP4 format.  Movie Format (A 79) Getting the look you want Let the camcorder select the best settings according to the shooting scene to get beautiful video and photos.
Page 14: Challenging Subjects And Shooting Conditions
Change how smooth or natural movement looks in your videos.  Frame Rate (A 118) Give your recordings a professional cinematic look.  Cinema Mode and Cinema-Look Filters (A 87) Cinema-look filter [FILTER 2] (Vivid) Challenging subjects and shooting conditions Shoot great video of special scene situations with minimal settings.
Page 15: Playback, Editing And Others
Playback, editing and others Save parts of your video as image files or short video snapshot scenes.  Grabbing Still Frames/Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes (A 125) Convert scenes into a smaller file size to upload to the Web.  Converting Movies to MP4 Format (A 140) e Convert scenes into interesting time-lapse scenes.
Page 16: Wireless Functions
Save your recordings effortlessly on the optional CS100 Connect Station.  CS100 Connect Station (A 160, 188) e Wireless functions Use your smartphone or tablet as a remote control while recording.  CameraAccess plus (A 173)
Page 17 Use an app to wirelessly save recordings to your smartphone/ tablet and upload them to the Web.  Camera Connect (A 185) Share your recordings with Web albums using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY.  CANON iMAGE GATEWAY (A 190) Use the NFC function to effortlessly connect your camcorder to your NFC-enabled Android device.
Page 18: Getting To Know The Camcorder
Getting to Know the Camcorder Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder: CA-110E Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) BP-727 Battery Pack WA-H43 Wide Attachment (f only) IFC-300PCU/S USB Cable HTC-100/SS High Speed HDMI Cable Quick Guide •...
Page 19: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts Left side view ^ (playback mode) button (A 48) ON/OFF button Memory card slot cover (A 31) Memory card slot (A 31) AV OUT terminal (A 147, 150)/× (headphones) terminal (A 121) HDMI OUT terminal (A 147, 148) USB terminal (A 147, 151)
Page 20 Right side view START/STOP button (A 50) DC IN terminal (A 25) Grip belt Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the Y button with your thumb. Lens cover switch Move the lens cover switch down to to open the lens cover.
Page 21 Front view Top view Stereo microphone (A 120, 229) e NFC (near field communication) touchpoint (A 176, 188) Speaker (A 68) Zoom lever (A 59)
Page 22 Back view Bottom view LCD touch screen (A 23, 40) ACCESS indicator (A 6, 50, 54) e Wi-Fi antenna (A 172) POWER/CHG (charge) indicator: Green - On; Red - Charging (A 25) Battery attachment unit (A 25) Serial number Tripod socket (A 274) BATTERY RELEASE switch (A 26)
Page 23 LCD touch screen Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. By 180° default, this will turn on the camcorder. The first time you open the LCD panel, the initial setup screens will appear and guide you through the basic settings (A 34). approx.
Page 24: Preparations
Preparations Charging the Battery Pack The first step for using your camcorder is to prepare the power supply. This section explains how to charge a battery pack. Using a Memory Card This section explains the types of memory cards that can be used and how to insert one into the camcorder.
Page 25: Charging The Battery Pack
Charging the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal.
Page 26 Charging the Battery Pack Attach the battery pack to the camcorder. • Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it up until it clicks in place. Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off. •...
Page 27 Charging the Battery Pack • Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. After turning off the camcorder, important data is updated in the memory. Be sure to wait until the green POWER/CHG indicator goes out. •...
Page 28 Charging the Battery Pack • If the ambient temperature or the battery pack’s temperature is low, charging may take longer than usual. • The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off. • If the power supply was disconnected while charging a bat- tery pack, make sure the POWER/CHG indicator has gone out before restoring the power supply.
Page 29 Charging the Battery Pack • You can verify the battery charge status of the battery pack with the 1 > > [Battery Info] setting. • We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.
Page 30: Using A Memory Card
Using a Memory Card Using a Memory Card Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder You can use the following types of commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this camcorder. We recommend using memory cards rated CLASS 4, 6 or 10*. As of December 2016, the movie recording function has been tested using SD/SDHC/SDXC cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba and SanDisk.
Page 31: Inserting And Removing A Memory Card
Using a Memory Card • About the Speed Class: Speed Class is a standard that indi- cates the minimum guaranteed data transfer speed of mem- ory cards. When you buy a new memory card, look for the Speed Class logo on the package. ■...
Page 32 Using a Memory Card  Top view (lens) SD card Open the LCD panel. • The camcorder will turn on automatically. If this is the first time you turn on the camcorder, the language selection screen of the basic setup will appear. Press [ to turn off the camcorder.
Page 33 Using a Memory Card To remove the memory card Push the memory card once to release it. When the memory card springs out, pull it all the way out. • SD cards have front and back sides that are not interchange- able.
Page 34: First Time Settings
First Time Settings First Time Settings Basic Setup The first time you turn on the camcorder, you will be guided by the cam- corder’s basic setup screens to select the camcorder’s language, set the date and time, and select the movie format (AVCHD or MP4) and recording memory (e only).
Page 35 First Time Settings • After you select the date format, the [Date/Time] screen will appear with the first field selected. Touch a field you want to change (year, month, day, hours or minutes). Touch [Í] or [Î] to change the field as necessary. Set the correct date and time by changing all the fields in the same way.
Page 36 First Time Settings Touch [&] (built-in memory) or [8] (memory card) and then touch [æ]. • When selecting the memory, you can check the available record- ing time based on the default video quality setting. • After you select the memory where you want to record movies, the [{ Rec Media for Photos] screen will appear.
Page 37: Changing The Time Zone
First Time Settings • When you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable lithium battery may discharge completely and the date and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery (A 277). The next time you turn on the camcorder, you will have to perform the basic setup again.
Page 38: Initializing The Memory
First Time Settings Touch ["] to set the home time zone, or [#] to set the time zone of your destination when you are traveling. Touch [Í] or [Î] to set the desired time zone. If necessary, touch [$] to adjust for daylight saving time. Touch [X] to close the menu.
Page 39 First Time Settings Initialize the memory. > > > [Initialize &/8] > Other Settings] > > [& Built-in Mem.] or [8 Mem. Card] [Initialize] > > > [Complete Initialization] [Yes] [OK] [Initialize 8] > > > > Other Settings] > >...
Page 40: Basic Operation Of The Camcorder
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Basic Operation of the Camcorder Using the Touch Screen The buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically depending on the operating mode and the task you are performing. With the intuitive touch screen interface you have all the controls at your fingertips.
Page 41: Using The Menus
Basic Operation of the Camcorder • In the following cases, you may not be able to perform touch operations correctly. - Using your fingernails or hard-tipped objects, such as ball- point pens. - Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands. - Applying excessive force with your finger.
Page 42 Basic Operation of the Camcorder ■ 0 (Home) Menu Recording mode Playback mode Touch [0] to open the 0 (Home) menu. Swipe left/right to bring the desired menu to the center. • You can also touch [Ï] or [Ð] to bring the icon of the desired menu to the center.
Page 43 Basic Operation of the Camcorder Menu item Description [Shooting Mode]** (recording mode only) (A 83) The camcorder features a number of shooting modes that offer the most appropriate settings for a variety of special scenes. [2 Main Functions] (recording mode only) (A 226) This menu contains functions commonly used while recording, such as focus and exposure.
Page 44 Basic Operation of the Camcorder Menu item Description [— Wi-Fi]* (playback mode only) (A 168) Allows you to access the various Wi-Fi functions, such as upload- ing recordings to the Web or saving recordings to a smartphone. * e only. **The icon shown in the 0 (Home) menu indicates the shooting mode cur- rently selected.
Page 45 Basic Operation of the Camcorder ■ Using the Menus Changing the camcorder’s various settings using the menus is very easy. You make your selection simply by touching the button of the desired option. When they appear on the screen, you can touch [K] to return to the previous screen or [X] to close the menu.
Page 46 Basic Operation of the Camcorder • You can also touch [Ï] or [Ð] to bring the icon of the desired menu to the center. Touch the tab of the desired menu. Swipe up/down to bring the setting you want to change into the orange selection bar.
Page 47: Operating Modes
Basic Operation of the Camcorder Operating Modes In this manual, the camcorder’s operating modes are indicated with a bar of icons. A full icon in blue (N) indicates that the function described can be used in that particular operating mode; a grayed-out icon (}) indicates the function is not available in that operating mode.
Page 48 Basic Operation of the Camcorder Playback Press ] to switch the camcorder between recording mode and playback mode. In the Playback area of the operating modes bar, the y icon refers to playing back movies (A 65), whether from the [y] index screen (all scenes), the [9] index screen (only scenes recorded in 9 (Baby) mode) or the [¦] index screen (only video snapshot scenes recorded in AVCHD format).
Page 49: Basic Recording And Playback
Basic Recording and Playback Basic Recording This section covers how to easily record video and photos and explains the convenient N mode. To record using other shooting modes, use more advanced functions and enjoy full access to all menu settings, refer to Advanced Recording Functions (A 78).
Page 50: Basic Recording
Basic Recording Basic Recording Recording Video You are now ready to record movies. Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ • Before you begin recording, make a test recording first to check that the camcorder is operating correctly. Open the LCD panel to turn on the camcorder. •...
Page 51 • To protect the lens, keep the lens cover closed when you are not recording. • Be sure to save your recordings regularly (A 154), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data.
Page 52 Basic Recording • If 1 > > [Auto Power Off] is set to [i On], the camcorder will shut off automatically to save power when it is powered by a battery pack and is left without any operation for 3 minutes. Should this happen, turn the camcorder off and then on again.
Page 53 Basic Recording ■ The Info Panel In the info panel you can check some recording settings, such as the memory used for recording (e only), the remaining record- ing time available on the memory or the currently selected movie for- mat.
Page 54: Taking Photos
Basic Recording Taking Photos You can easily take photos with the camcorder. You can even take pho- tos simultaneously while recording movies. Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Open the LCD panel to turn on the camcorder. • You can also press [. •...
Page 55 Basic Recording Slide the lens cover switch down. Touch [{] to take a photo. ) and { Ð & (e only) or { Ð • A green icon ( will appear momentarily on the screen and the ACCESS indi- cator will flash as the photo is recorded. However, if you record a photo while recording a movie, will not appear.
Page 56: Auto Mode
Basic Recording AUTO Mode When the shooting mode is set to N, the following automatic func- tions will be activated so you can enjoy shooting video and photos let- ting the camcorder take care of choosing the optimal settings. • Smart AUTO (A 56): The camcorder will automatically detect the scene and subject and apply the most appropriate settings.
Page 57 Basic Recording • Under certain conditions, the Smart AUTO icon that appears on the screen may not match the actual scene. Especially when shooting against orange or blue backgrounds, the Sun- set or one of the Blue Skies icons may appear and the colors may not look natural.
Page 58 Basic Recording Background Dark + Subject Dark + Sunset Dark Night Spotlight Scene People (stationary) — — People (moving) — — Subjects other than people, such as landscapes Close objects — — — ■ Intelligent IS Intelligent IS allows the camcorder to select the best image stabilization option based on your shooting method.
Page 59: Zooming
Basic Recording Icon Shooting conditions Â (Macro IS) Close-up of a subject Ã (tripod mode) When using a tripod * You can use the 1 > > [Intelligent IS] setting to change whether Powered IS is available when Intelligent IS is activated. Zooming Use the zoom lever on the camcorder to zoom in and out.
Page 60 Basic Recording • Keep at least 1 m away from the subject. At full wide angle, you can focus on a subject as close as 1 cm. Using tele macro (A 119), you can focus on a subject as close as 50 cm at full telephoto.
Page 61 Basic Recording ■ Framing Assistance Sometimes, while zooming in on a very far subject (large zoom ratio), you might momentarily “lose” the subject as it moves out of the frame. In this case, you can use the framing assistance function to temporarily zoom out a little and make it easier to find the subject.
Page 62 Basic Recording • When you stop moving the camcorder, it will zoom in on the area indicated by the white frame. Manual Framing Assistance Select the manual mode in advance. > > > Other Settings] [Framing Assistance] > > [l Manual] Zoom in on the desired subject.
Page 63 Basic Recording When the desired subject is correctly framed, release [ • The camcorder will zoom in on the area indicated by the white frame. • You can select the initial size of the framing assistance white frame with the 1 >...
Page 64 Basic Recording ■ f Using the Supplied WA-H43 Wide Attachment You can attach the supplied WA-H43 Wide Attachment to the cam- corder to reduce the focal length and achieve a wider angle of view. When using the wide attachment, perform the following procedure to optimize the camcorder’s settings.
Page 65: Basic Playback
Basic Playback Basic Playback Playing Back Video Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Index screen button (A 67) Press ] to display the playback index screen. • You can press ] repeatedly to switch back and forth between recording mode and playback mode. •...
Page 66 Basic Playback • To open the [¦] index screen (only video snapshot scenes recorded in AVCHD format) or the [9] index screen (Baby album with only scenes recorded in 9 mode): > Video Snapshot] or [9 Baby Album] • When the index screen button appears on the screen, you can also select the memory selected for playback (e only) and the format of the scenes displayed (A 67).
Page 67 Basic Playback Touch the desired scene to play it back. • The camcorder will play back the scene selected and continue until the end of the last scene in the index screen. • Touch the screen to display the playback controls. During play- back, the playback controls will disappear automatically after a few seconds without operation.
Page 68 Basic Playback d From the [y] index screen: > Movie format (· or ¸) > Touch the index screen button [OK] To adjust the volume During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls. Touch [Ý], touch [Ø] or [Ù] to adjust the volume, and touch [K].
Page 69 Basic Playback Display the volume (A 68) and background music mix balance (A 128) controls. Decoration (A 98). AVCHD scenes only: Capture a video snapshot scene (A 125). Fast playback* backward/forward. AVCHD scenes: Recording date and time. MP4 scenes: Recording date. Jump to the beginning of the next scene.
Page 70 Basic Playback • You can use the 1 > > [Display Date/Time] setting to choose whether to display the recording date (MP4 scenes) or date and time (AVCHD scenes and photos) during play- back. • In the [y] index screen for MP4 scenes, you can touch [I] and then touch a scene to display details about the scene, such as the scene’s video quality, length and recording date and time.
Page 71: Viewing Photos
Basic Playback • When playing back scenes recorded in mode on the cam- corder, we recommend setting 1 > > View Assistance] to [i On]. Viewing Photos Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Index screen button (A 67) Press ]. Open the [}] index screen.
Page 72 Basic Playback Visual bar shows the relative location of the current index screen. [Edit] button (A 230): To Folder name. The last four digits delete photos, etc. You represent the recording date can also lock it (A 69) to (1103 = November 3). protect your recordings.
Page 73 Basic Playback Playback controls Slideshow (A 132). Return to the [}] index screen. Photo jump Touch [Ï] or [Ð], or swipe left/right along the scroll bar to find the desired photo. Touch [K] to return to single photo view. • The following image files may not be displayed correctly with this camcorder if they were recorded on or copied onto a memory card using another device.
Page 74: Deleting Scenes And Photos
Basic Playback Deleting Scenes and Photos You can delete recordings that you are not interested in keeping. Delet- ing recordings allows you also to free up space on the memory. You can use the lock files function to disable the editing functions and prevent inadvertently deleting your recordings (A 69).
Page 75 Basic Playback To select individual scenes or photos Touch on the individual scenes or photos you want to delete. • A checkmark ! will appear on the scenes or photos you touch. The total number of selected scenes or photos will appear next to the "...
Page 76 Basic Playback Delete the scene. > > Touch the screen to display the playback controls [Ý] > > > [Edit] [Delete] [Yes] [OK] ■ Deleting a Single Photo Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ In single photo view, select the photo you want to delete (A 71).
Page 77 Basic Playback • Photos that were protected with other devices and then transferred to the memory card when it was connected to a computer cannot be deleted with this camcorder. • To delete all recordings and make all recordable space avail- able again you may prefer to initialize the memory (A 38).
Page 78: Advanced Recording Functions
Advanced Recording Functions Recording Settings and Shooting Modes This section explains how to change the camcorder’s recording settings and how to use the various shooting modes to obtain great looking recordings. Convenient Functions This section introduces some of the camcorder’s functions that you may find convenient in special situations.
Page 79: Recording Settings And Shooting Modes
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes Recording Settings and Shooting Modes Selecting the Movie Recording Format (AVCHD/MP4) You can choose to record movies in AVCHD or MP4 format. AVCHD movies offer fantastic picture quality during playback. They can also be easily copied to external devices, such as a Blu-Ray Disc recorder. MP4 movies are versatile and can be easily saved on smartphones or uploaded to the Web.
Page 80 Recording Settings and Shooting Modes > > > [3 Recording Setup] [Video Quality] Desired video > > quality* * You can view details about the video quality with the following procedure. To view information on the video quality Touch [I]. •...
Page 81: Selecting The Memory (Built-In Memory/Memory Card) For Recordings
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes • The following types of MP4 scenes will be recognized as mul- tiple files on other devices. - Scenes exceeding 4 GB. - Scenes recorded at 35 Mbps exceeding 30 minutes. - Scenes recorded at a video quality other than 35 Mbps exceeding 1 hour.
Page 82: Dual Recording And Relay Recording
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes e Dual Recording and Relay Recording When you record movies, you can use dual recording to simultaneously record one more scene (in MP4 format, at 4 Mbps video quality) in addi- tion to the main scene being recorded. This additional MP4 scene is saved on the memory not currently selected for recording.
Page 83: Selecting The Shooting Mode
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes Selecting the Shooting Mode In addition to N mode, the camcorder features a number of shoot- ing modes that offer the most appropriate settings for a variety of spe- cial scenes. You can also use the ’ shooting mode when you want the camcorder to set the exposure automatically but control manually some advanced settings.
Page 84 Recording Settings and Shooting Modes • If you selected [† Cinema] or [ƒ Scene], continue the pro- cedure to select the cinema-look filter (A 87) or Special Scene mode (A 89).  Options Default value) [9 Baby] Use 9 mode to record all your little one’s precious moments (A 85). ...
Page 85: Baby Mode
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes Baby Mode With the optimized settings in 9 mode, baby’s skin will appear with vibrant clarity. In addition, you can add a stamp to the video to show how much time has passed since baby was born. Format Shooting mode Playback...
Page 86: Highlight Priority Mode
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes Highlight Priority Mode You can use mode to capture the colors and gradation in the bright- est areas of the picture in more detail, closely approximating what you remember seeing with your own eyes. This is particularly effective when recording bright blue skies, skin tones, shimmering water surfaces, shiny metal or glass structures and similar bright scenes.
Page 87: Cinema Mode And Cinema-Look Filters
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes • When playing back scenes recorded in mode, the follow- ing adjustments are recommended. - Playback on the camcorder: Set 1 > > View Assistance] to [i On]. - Playback on a TV or external monitor: Increase the bright- ness of the TV, computer monitor, etc.
Page 88 Recording Settings and Shooting Modes To change the cinema-look filter Touch the [FILTER] button on the bottom left corner of the screen. Select the desired cinema-look filter and then touch [OK].  Options Default value) The camcorder offers 5 cinema-look filters. Select the desired filter while previewing the effect on the screen.
Page 89: Special Scene Modes
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes Special Scene Modes Recording in a very bright ski resort or capturing the full colors of a sun- set or a fireworks display becomes as easy as selecting a Special Scene mode. Format Shooting mode Playback †...
Page 90 Recording Settings and Shooting Modes [K Snow] To record in bright ski resorts without the subject being underexposed. [L Beach] To record on a sunny beach without the subject being underexposed. [M Sunset] To record sunsets in vibrant colors. [N Low Light] To record in low-light situations.
Page 91 Recording Settings and Shooting Modes • [H Portrait]/[I Sports]/[K Snow]/[L Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback. • [H Portrait]: The blur effect of the background increases the more you zoom in (S). • [K Snow]/[L Beach]: The subject may become overex- posed on cloudy days or in shaded places.
Page 92: Programmed Ae Mode: Adjusting Settings To Match Your Needs
Recording Settings and Shooting Modes Programmed AE Mode: Adjusting Settings to Match Your Needs Give yourself the most control while shooting by using the Programmed AE (AE: auto exposure) shooting mode. As with other shooting modes, the camcorder automatically adjusts the shutter speed and aperture. However, this mode offers you the most versatility by allowing you to adjust other settings to achieve the results you are looking for.
Page 93: Convenient Functions
Convenient Functions Convenient Functions Slow & Fast Motion Recording When the movie format is set to MP4, you can use slow motion to cap- ture scenes with a lot of movement so they are played back at half the normal speed, or fast motion to compress the passage of time into time-lapse scenes.
Page 94 Convenient Functions Set the video quality. > > > [3 Recording Setup] [Video Quality] Desired > > video quality • The video quality must be set to 24 Mbps or 17 Mbps for fast motion recording, or 17 Mbps for slow motion recording. Select the slow/fast motion rate.
Page 95 Convenient Functions To set the recording time Recording one frame at each interval results in a smoother time-lapse video. Recording about 0.5 seconds of video at each interval may be better for recording fast-moving subjects. > > Select [1 Frame] or [0.5 sec] Options Recording time and interval* Real time...
Page 96 Convenient Functions ■ Using Slow & Fast Motion Recording for Part of a Scene You can select which parts of a scene to record in slow & fast motion (flexible slow & fast motion recording). At a touch, you can switch between 1/2x slow motion, normal speed and 2x fast motion.
Page 97 Convenient Functions Select the desired slow/fast motion rate. 2x fast motion 1x normal speed 1/2x slow motion Press Y to start recording. • During fast motion recording, the camcorder will record one frame at every interval. While recording, touch one of the other two buttons to change the slow/fast motion rate.
Page 98: Decoration: Adding A Personal Touch
Convenient Functions • e Slow & fast motion recording cannot be used while the camcorder is controlled remotely from an iOS/ Android device. • When the shooting mode is set to †, 1/2x slow motion recording of an entire scene is not available; only fast motion recording of an entire scene is available.
Page 99 Convenient Functions • In 9 mode only: Touch [Ò] on the bottom right corner of the screen. Use a tool from the toolbar as explained in the following pro- cedures. Press Y to record movies with your decorations. • You can add decorations even while recording a scene. Touch [X] to exit the decoration screen.
Page 100 Convenient Functions [Ó Pens and Stamps] Select the type of pen or stamp and its color. [× Animated Stamps] Select animated stamps to add to your decoration. [& Date/Time] or [9] (in 9 mode) Add the date and/or time as a caption that will be included in the recording.
Page 101 Convenient Functions > > • To change color: Touch [Ó] [Ö] select a color from the > color palette [OK]. > • To clear your freehand drawings and stamps: Touch [Ó] > > [Clear] [Yes] [OK]. • To save your freehand drawings and stamps on the memory: >...
Page 102 Convenient Functions Touch one of the buttons and then touch [OK]. Touch anywhere on the canvas to place the selected ani- mated stamp. • You can also drag some animated stamps to a different location. ■ To use [Date/Time] Format Shooting mode Playback †...
Page 103 Convenient Functions Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ * Only when playing back from the [9] index screen (Baby album). Touch [9]. • The screen with stamps for 9 mode will appear. Touch [91], [92] or [93] to select the desired baby. •...
Page 104 Convenient Functions Touch [OK]. • The selected stamp(s) will appear. You can touch any stamp and drag it to the desired location. • For the age stamp, the display will change as follows: - Before 1 week: days - 1 week – less than 1 month old: weeks - 1 month –...
Page 105 Convenient Functions • e Before performing this procedure, make sure that the memory selected for recording (A 81) or playback (A 67) contains the image mix frames. Touch [Ü] to open the [Select Image] screen. Touch [+] or [-] to select a different image mix frame. •...
Page 106: Video Snapshot
Convenient Functions • To use the various decorations specially designed for 9 mode, play back a scene from the Baby album ([9] index screen). Touch the screen to display the playback controls. Touch [Ò] to display the decoration toolbar. Decorate the scene using the tools from the toolbar as explained in the previous sections.
Page 107: Face Detection And Tracking
Convenient Functions • The camcorder records for about 4 seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar) and then automatically returns to record standby mode. • You can change the length of the video snapshot scenes recorded with the 1 >...
Page 108 Convenient Functions > > > [1 Other Settings] [Face Detection & [i On }] > > Tracking] • To turn off face detection, repeat the procedure selecting [j Off] instead. Point the camcorder at a person. • If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will automatically select one person it determines is the main subject.
Page 109 Convenient Functions • Touching somewhere with a color or pattern unique to the subject will make it easier to track. However, if there is another subject in the vicinity that shares similar characteristics to the selected subject, the camcorder may start tracking the incor- rect subject.
Page 110: Faders
Convenient Functions • In certain cases, tracking may not be able to track the sub- ject. Typical examples include: - Subjects extremely small or large in relation to the overall picture. - Subjects too similar to the background. - Subjects lacking sufficient contrast. - Fast-moving subjects.
Page 111 Convenient Functions To fade in/out Press Y in record standby mode to start recording with a fade in. Press Y while recording to fade out and then stop recording. • When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will fade in or out.
Page 112: When You Want More Control
When You Want More Control When You Want More Control Exposure When you want to record a subject that is much brighter or darker than its surroundings, the automatic exposure obtained by the camcorder may not be best for that specific subject. To correct this, you can compensate the exposure to make the whole picture brighter or darker, you can use Touch AE to have the camcorder optimize the exposure for the subject you indicate, or you can use a...
Page 113 When You Want More Control • The compensation range may vary depending on the initial brightness of the image, and some values may be grayed out. Touch [X] to apply and lock the exposure compensation value. • During exposure lock, y and the exposure compensation value will appear on the screen.
Page 114: Focus
When You Want More Control • By default, the camcorder corrects for backlight conditions. You can turn off the automatic correction with the 1 > > [Auto Backlight Correction] setting. • Exposure adjustment is not available when the shooting mode is set to ƒ...
Page 115 When You Want More Control • Touch [D] again to return the camcorder to autofocus. Touch and hold [F] or [E] to adjust the focus. • The focusing distance displayed will change as you adjust the focus. The focusing distance will be displayed for about 2 sec- onds.
Page 116: White Balance
When You Want More Control • When you use [E] and [F] to adjust the focus manually, you can touch inside the frame to automatically focus on that spot. White Balance The white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects will always look truly white in your recordings.
Page 117 When You Want More Control  Options Default value)  [Ã Automatic] The camcorder automatically sets the white balance for natural looking colors. [¼ Daylight] To record outdoors. [É Tungsten] To record under tungsten and tungsten-type 3-wavelength fluorescent lighting. [Å Custom WB] Use the custom white balance setting to make white subjects appear white under colored lighting.
Page 118: Frame Rate
When You Want More Control Frame Rate You can change the frame rate (the number of frames recorded per second) of AVCHD movies to change the look of your movies. MP4 movies with a video quality setting of 35 Mbps are recorded at 50P while those with other video quality settings are recorded at 25P and these frame rates cannot be changed.
Page 119: Tele Macro
When You Want More Control Tele Macro Using tele macro, the camcorder can focus at a shorter distance (up to 50 cm from the subject at full telephoto), allowing you to get closer shots of small subjects like flowers and insects. This function also adds a soft focus to the background, so the subject not only looks larger but it also stands out more.
Page 120: Recording Audio
Recording Audio Recording Audio Audio Scenes You can have the camcorder optimize the audio settings of the built-in microphone by selecting the audio scene that matches your surround- ings. This will greatly enhance the sense of “being there”. Format Shooting mode Playback †...
Page 121: Using Headphones
Recording Audio Noise Suppression] To record scenes while reducing noise from wind, passing vehicles and similar ambient sound. Ideal for recording at the beach or in places with a lot of noise. Using Headphones Use headphones for playback or to check the audio level while record- ing.
Page 122 Recording Audio ■ Adjusting the Volume during Playback Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ * Only during the playback of a slideshow of photos. For that procedure refer to Photo Slideshow (A 132). After changing the function of the AV OUT/× terminal and connecting the headphones, you can adjust the headphone’s volume also during playback.
Page 123 Recording Audio • Use commercially available headphones with a ∅ 3.5 mm minijack. • Even if [AV/Headphones] was set to [Ó Headphones] in a playback mode, the function of the AV OUT/× terminal will return automatically to AV output when you turn off the cam- corder.
Page 124: Advanced Playback And Editing Functions
Advanced Playback and Editing Functions Advanced Playback Functions This section explains how to grab still frames or capture video snapshot scenes from an existing scene, how to play back recordings set to background music, how to play back a slide- show of your photos and more.
Page 125: Advanced Playback Functions
Advanced Playback Functions Advanced Playback Functions Capturing Video Snapshot Scenes and Grabbing Still Frames from a Movie You can capture video snapshot scenes or grab still frames from a pre- viously recorded scene. 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.
Page 126 Advanced Playback Functions • You can change the length of the video snapshot scenes you capture with the 1 > > [Video Snapshot Length] setting. • A video snapshot scene can be captured only during play- back; it cannot be captured during playback pause mode. •...
Page 127 Advanced Playback Functions ■ Grabbing Still Frames Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Play back the scene from which you want to grab frames (A 65). Pause the playback at the desired point and grab the frame to save it as an image file. >...
Page 128: Playback With Background Music
Advanced Playback Functions Playback with Background Music Canon offers for download 3 music tracks that can be used as back- ground music when playing back your movies or a slideshow of your photos. You can also mix the original audio and the background music and adjust the mix balance to your preference.
Page 129 Advanced Playback Functions Delete the music track selected. Listen to the music track selected. Touch again (Ñ) to stop the playback. Adjust the mix balance between the original sound and the background music. • Touch [y] (more of the original sound) or [Û] (more of the back- ground music) or swipe left/right along the [Music Balance] bar to adjust the background music balance as desired.
Page 130: Selecting The Playback Starting Point
Advanced Playback Functions • If you use copyrighted songs and music tracks in your video creations, remember that music under copyright may not be used without permission from the copyright holder, except for cases permitted under applicable laws, such as for personal use.
Page 131 Advanced Playback Functions • The [Timeline] screen appears. The large thumbnail will show the first frame of the scene. Below it, the timeline ruler shows frames taken from the scene at fixed intervals. • To return to the index screen, touch [K] twice. Touch the desired frame in the timeline ruler to start playing back the scene from that point.
Page 132: Photo Slideshow
Advanced Playback Functions Photo Slideshow You can play a slideshow of photos in the camcorder. You can even set it to music. Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Open the [}] index screen (A 71). Select the music track. >...
Page 133: Editing Functions
Editing Functions Editing Functions Dividing Scenes You can divide AVCHD scenes in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest. Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Play back the desired scene (A 65). At the point where you want to divide the scene, open the screen for dividing scenes.
Page 134: Trimming Scenes
Editing Functions • When advancing/reversing frames while dividing the scenes, the interval between frames is about 0.5 seconds. • If the scene cannot be divided at the point where you paused the playback, advance/reverse a frame and then divide the scene.
Page 135 Editing Functions > > Touch the screen to display the playback controls [Ý] > [Edit] [Trim] Bring the scene to a precise point, if necessary. • The point where the scene will be trimmed is indicated by the ´ marker. •...
Page 136: Changing The Thumbnail Image Of A Scene
Editing Functions • Scenes cannot be trimmed within about 0.5 seconds from the beginning or the end of the scene. Changing the Thumbnail Image of a Scene For scenes recorded in 9 mode, you can change the thumbnail image that will appear in the Baby album ([9] index screen). Format Shooting mode Playback...
Page 137: Copying Recordings To A Memory Card
Editing Functions > [Set] [Yes] • Only the thumbnail of the scene displayed in the Baby album ([9] index screen) will change. • Dividing a scene whose thumbnail image was changed will reset the scene’s thumbnail image. e Copying Recordings to a Memory Card You can copy your recordings from the built-in memory to a memory card.
Page 138 Editing Functions ■ Copying Recordings from the Index Screen Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Open the desired index screen in the built-in memory (A 65, 71). • To copy all the scenes/photos recorded on a specific date, swipe left/right until a scene or photo you want to copy appears.
Page 139 Editing Functions Options [<date>] or [<folder name>] Copy all the scenes/photos recorded on a particular date. For AVCHD scenes, a date will appear in the button. For MP4 scenes and photos, a folder name will appear. The last 4 digits of the folder name indicate the date of the recordings (ex.
Page 140: Converting Movies To Mp4 Format
Editing Functions • In the following cases, you will not be able to copy recordings to the memory card: - If the memory card slot cover is open. - If the LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent writing.
Page 141 Editing Functions • If you want to add background music to the converted scene, select a music track (step 2, A 128). Open the screen for selecting scenes to convert. > [Edit] [Convert to MP4 (&'8)] (e) or [Convert > >...
Page 142 Editing Functions • To change audio settings: You can change the volume of the converted scene or the balance between original sound and background music if you had selected a music track. > > [Ý] [Ø] or [Ù]** to adjust the volume [y] or [Û] to >...
Page 143 Editing Functions Converted MP4 scene Original 24 Mbps 17 Mbps 4 Mbps AVCHD scene (1920x1080) (1920x1080) (1280x720) Ü Ü Ü (1920x1080) Ü Ü Ü (1920x1080) Ü Ü Ü (1280x720) MP4 movies: Video quality and size of scenes before and after conversion Converted scene Original scene 24 Mbps...
Page 144: Converting Movies Into Fast Motion Scenes
Editing Functions • If you convert AVCHD movies with a frame rate of 50i, the frame rate of the resulting MP4 movie will be 25P. • After repeatedly recording and deleting scenes (fragmented memory), MP4 conversion may stop working correctly. •...
Page 145 Editing Functions Select the playback rate of the converted fast motion scenes and then touch [OK]. • When you select a fast motion rate between [x10] and [x1200], before touching [OK], you can also select whether to keep a sin- gle frame or 0.5 seconds of video.
Page 146: External Connections
External Connections Terminals on the Camcorder This section gives more details about the camcorder’s output ter- minals and presents connection diagrams for connecting your camcorder to other devices. Playback on a TV Screen This section explains how to connect the camcorder to an HDTV to play back your recordings.
Page 147: Terminals On The Camcorder
Terminals on the Camcorder Terminals on the Camcorder Open the LCD panel to access the terminals on the camcorder. AV OUT/× Terminal HDMI OUT Terminal The HDMI OUT terminal offers a high-quality digital connection that combines audio and video in a single convenient cable. This termi- nal is an HDMI mini receptacle.
Page 148: Connection Diagrams
Terminals on the Camcorder Connection Diagrams In the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right side shows (for reference only) an example of terminals on a connected device. Connection HDMI Type: Digital Quality: High definition Output only Connect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with an HDMI input terminal.
Page 149 Terminals on the Camcorder • While a cable is connected to the HDMI OUT terminal, there will be no video output from the AV OUT/× terminal. • Correct operation cannot be guaranteed when connecting the camcorder to DVI monitors. • Depending on the HDTV, correct playback of personal video content may not be possible using connection 1.
Page 150 Terminals on the Camcorder Connection Composite Video Type: Analog Quality: Standard definition Output only Connect to a standard TV or a VCR with audio/video input terminals. Change the following settings on the camcorder: > > [TV Type] according to the TV set (widescreen or 4:3), if the TV cannot automatically detect and change the aspect ratio >...
Page 151 Terminals on the Camcorder Connection Type: Digital data connection Output only Connect the camcorder to a computer to save your recordings or to the optional CS100 Connect Station to automatically back up your record- ings. e only: You can also connect to an external hard drive to save a perfect copy of an entire memory.
Page 152: Playback On A Tv Screen
Playback on a TV Screen Playback on a TV Screen Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Format Shooting mode Playback † ƒ ’ Turn off the camcorder and the TV. Connect the camcorder to the TV. •...
Page 153 Playback on a TV Screen • e Audio and video will not be output from the HDMI OUT terminal or AV OUT/× terminal while using Wi-Fi functions. • Connection : When you play back your 16:9 mov- ies on standard TV sets with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the TV set will switch automatically to widescreen mode if it is compatible with the WSS system.
Page 154: Saving And Sharing Your Recordings
Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Save your recordings regularly. You have several options for saving your recordings. As each method offers different advantages, select how you want to save your recordings depending on how you intend to use them.
Page 155: Saving Recordings On A Computer
AVCHD movies using an SD card. Use CameraWindow DC* to save MP4 movies and photos. * Software for photos and MP4 movies, available as a free download from your local Canon website. Check the download page for the system requirements and latest information. ■...
Page 156 • Before installing the software, make sure your computer is connected to the Internet. Download the software from your local Canon website. • Visit the following website to download CameraWindow DC. www.canon.com/icpd (Click on your country/region, search for your camcorder model and then proceed to the download page.)
Page 157 Computer: CameraWindow DC will start automatically and the main screen will appear. • Windows: If the AutoPlay dialog box appears instead, click Downloads Images From Canon Camera to start the CameraWindow DC program. • Mac OS: If it does not start automatically, start the program man-...
Page 158 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Computer: In the CameraWindow DC’s main screen, click > Import Images from Camera Import Untransferred Images. • MP4 movies and photos you have not yet transferred to the computer will be saved. • Click Cancel to interrupt the transfer while it is in progress. •...
Page 159 - Windows: In the Control Panel, click on Uninstall a pro- gram (under Programs) or Programs and Features. Select Canon Utilities CameraWindow DC 8, click on Uninstall/Change and then click OK. - Mac OS: Drag and drop the following folder onto the Trash icon.
Page 160: Saving Recordings On The Optional Cs100 Connect
Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Saving Recordings on the Optional CS100 Connect Station (USB) You can easily save all the movies and photos you recorded onto the optional CS100 Connect Station. You can organize your recordings in albums, play them back on a connected HDTV or share them on the Web.
Page 161: Memory Save: Saving An Entire Memory Onto An External Hard Drive
Saving and Sharing Your Recordings • You can check on the connect station when all the files have been saved. Refer to the instruction manual of the CS100. Disconnect the USB cable. • The index screen will appear again on the camcorder’s screen. e Memory Save: Saving an Entire Memory onto an External Hard Drive You can easily save all the movies and photos you recorded onto a...
Page 162 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings • If the USB cable supplied with the external hard drive has a stan- dard-A connector, you will need to use the optional UA-100 USB Adapter. Save the entire contents of the desired memory. > >...
Page 163 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings • About memory save folders: - If you performed multiple memory save operations on the same day (for example, if you saved the built-in memory and then a memory card), the folder name of memory save folders following the first one will end in a numerical suffix (for example, “-1”, “-2”).
Page 164 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Touch a recording to play it back. • To switch to another memory save folder, touch [(] and select the memory save folder of the date you want to play back. When you have finished playing back, be sure to safely end the connection to the external hard drive before physically disconnecting it.
Page 165 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Initialize the external hard drive. [Initialize '] > > > > [1 Other Settings] > > > [Initialize] [Complete Initialization] [Yes] [OK] Touch this option if you want to physically erase all the data rather than just clear the file allocation table of the hard drive.
Page 166: Copying Recordings To An External Video Recorder
Saving and Sharing Your Recordings Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder ■ In High Definition If the external digital video recorder has an SD card slot compatible with the type of memory card used, you can copy your recordings in high definition directly from the memory card.
Page 167 Saving and Sharing Your Recordings • Connection . Refer to Connection Diagrams (A 150). Open the index screen that contains the scenes you want to copy (A 65). • Verify that 1 > > [AV/Headphones] is set to [Ò AV]. External recorder: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the recorder to record pause mode.
Page 168: Wi-Fi Functions
Wi-Fi Functions Overview of the Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions This is an introduction to the Wi-Fi functions offered by the cam- corder and contains also important information about the sup- ported Wi-Fi standards. The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Refer to this section for details on how to use the camcorder’s useful Wi-Fi functions such as controlling the camcorder remotely with an iOS or Android device, saving the camcorder’s recordings on a Wi-Fi-equipped device or using the optional...
Page 169: Overview Of The Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions
Overview of the Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Overview of the Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions You can use the camcorder’s Wi-Fi functions to connect wirelessly to Wi-Fi enabled devices* like smartphones or tablets and save and upload your recordings. Refer to Glossary (A 205) for a definition of some of the frequently used terms in this text.
Page 170 CANON iMAGE GATEWAY • Connecting the camcorder to an access point (home network) con- nected to the Internet, you can also share recordings on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and enjoy a number of Web services, including uploading recordings to YouTube (A 190).
Page 171 Overview of the Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions ■ Before Using Wi-Fi Functions Depending on the Wi-Fi function used, the camcorder will connect wire- lessly directly to a Wi-Fi-enabled device, such as a smartphone, or to a Wi-Fi network via an access point (wireless router)*. After selecting the function you want to use, follow the onscreen directions to connect the camcorder.
Page 172 Overview of the Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions • When using the camcorder’s Wi-Fi func- tions, do not cover the top back area of the camcorder with your hand or other object. The Wi-Fi antenna is located there and covering it may interfere with wireless signals.
Page 173: The Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions
The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Using an iOS or Android Device as a Remote Control Using the CameraAccess plus app*, you can view the image streamed from the camcorder on your iOS/Android device even when the cam- corder is somewhere else.
Page 174 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions • Before you perform these procedures for the first time, down- load and install the latest version of the CameraAccess plus app on your iOS/Android device. The app can be down- loaded for free from the following websites. - iOS devices (App Store): https://appstore.com/cameraaccessplus - Android devices* (Google Play™):...
Page 175 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Android devices compatible with NFC: Connect the cam- corder and the device as described in Pairing an NFC-com- patible Android device (A 176). • When the Wi-Fi connection is correctly established, [Connected] will appear on the camcorder’s screen and the live view image will appear on the CameraAccess plus app’s screen on the Android device.
Page 176 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions When you have finished recording Camcorder: Touch [End] to end the wireless connection and turn off the camcorder. iOS/Android device: Close the CameraAccess plus app. Pairing an NFC-compatible Android device 1, 2 Touch  Beep! NFC touchpoint Touch the NFC touchpoint on the Android device to the NFC touchpoint on the camcorder.
Page 177 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions * For illustrative purposes only. For details about the device’s NFC function and the location/marking of the NFC touchpoint, refer to the instruction manual of the Android device used. ** Depending on the settings and specifications of the Android device used, no sound may be emitted.
Page 178 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions * To use the Monitor while Out Function, an access point compatible with UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) and an Internet connection that can acquire global IP addresses are required. Activate the [Monitor while Out] function. >...
Page 179 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions If necessary, set up a connection to an access point. • If you have previously configured and saved only one connection to an access point, the camcorder will automatically connect to that access point. Continue to step 6. •...
Page 180 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions To register the camcorder’s ID in the CameraAccess plus app Android devices compatible with NFC: Connect the cam- corder and the device. • Perform only step 1 in Pairing an NFC-compatible Android device (A 176). • Android device: When the camcorder’s ID is correctly registered, a message will prompt you to turn off Wi-Fi on the device.
Page 181 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions To use the Monitor while Out function While you are out, start the CameraAccess plus app. Touch Start under Monitor while Out. Enter the password for the Monitor while Out function that you set in the camcorder (step 3, A 178) and then touch Connect.
Page 182 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Using the virtual keyboard When you need to enter text for various settings, touch the text field and a virtual keyboard will appear on the screen. The illustra- tion below explains the various keys you can use. Switch between letters and numbers/special characters.
Page 183 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions • For details about the CameraAccess plus app, visit PIXELA’s website. http://pixela.jp/cecap • When the camcorder is in Monitor from Home or Monitor while Out mode, the shooting mode will be set automatically to N. • This function is not available in the following cases. - When the video quality is 50P or 35 Mbps.
Page 184 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions • About the optional CT-V1 Camera Pan Table - If you mount the camcorder on the optional CT-V1 Camera Pan Table, you can use the CameraAccess plus app on your iOS/Android device as a remote control to move the camcorder sideways (panning) in addition to starting/stop- ping recording.
Page 185: Saving Recordings Using An Ios/Android Device
Android device. Before saving recordings, you can also check the movies** or photos. * The Camera Connect app is available from Canon as a free download from the App Store (iOS devices) and Google Play™ (Android devices).
Page 186 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Android devices compatible with NFC: Connect the cam- corder and the device as described in Pairing an NFC-com- patible Android device (A 176). • When the Wi-Fi connection is correctly established, [Connected] will appear on the camcorder’s screen. iOS/Android devices not compatible with NFC: In the Wi-Fi settings screen, turn on Wi-Fi and select the network name that appears on the camcorder’s screen (step 1).
Page 187 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions iOS/Android device: Use the Camera Connect app to save the camcorder’s movies and photos. When you have finished > Camcorder: Touch [End] [OK] to end the wireless connection and turn off the camcorder. • Depending on factors such as the wireless network condi- tions, you may not be able to check movies or it may take some time to check or save them.
Page 188: Saving Recordings On The Optional Cs100 Connect
The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Saving Recordings on the Optional CS100 Connect Station (NFC+Wi-Fi) You can easily save all the movies and photos you recorded onto the optional CS100 Connect Station. You can organize your recordings in albums, play them back on a connected HDTV or share them on the Web.
Page 189 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions With the camcorder turned off or displaying an index screen in playback mode, carefully hold the NFC touchpoint on the camcorder close to the NFC connect point on the connect station. • Align the camcorder’s mark with the center of the connect point on the connect station.
Page 190: Sharing Recordings With Canon Image Gateway
Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY After you register for CANON iMAGE GATEWAY*, you will be able to access various Web services**. You will be able to upload movies and photos to online albums and upload movies to Web services like You- Tube.
Page 191 (YouTube, etc.). Available services may differ by country/region. ■ Setting the Desired Web Services in the Camcorder Log in to CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and set the Web services you want to use. Format Shooting mode Playback †...
Page 192 You will need the account information (user name, password, etc.) to register some services. • CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and all other selected Web services will be set in the camcorder and the CameraWindow DC menu screen will appear.
Page 193 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions • Once you have set the maximum number of Web services in the camcorder, you will not be able to set any additional ser- vices. Delete unnecessary Web services and then set the desired Web service. •...
Page 194 The Camcorder’s Wi-Fi Functions Select the desired Web service. • When you select (e-mail), the list of registered e-mail addresses will appear. Select the e-mail addresses to which you want to send an e-mail notification. Select the type of recordings you want to share and the memory to read.
Page 195 Checking your uploads using CANON iMAGE GATEWAY You can use the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY online album’s Library or Album screen to see the movies and photos you uploaded. You can also check what files you have sent and the various settings for the Web services.
Page 196: Wi-Fi Connection And Settings
Wi-Fi Connection and Settings Wi-Fi Connection and Settings Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access Point The camcorder can connect to a Wi-Fi network using an access point (wireless router). You can save settings for up to 4 different access points. General requirements •...
Page 197 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings Options [WPS: Button]* Simply press and hold the WPS button on your wireless router and then touch the camcorder’s screen. This is the easiest connection method if you are using a WPS-compatible access point. Continue the procedure as described in Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) (A 198).
Page 198 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings ■ Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) If your access point is WPS-compatible (bears the logo shown below), connecting the camcorder to it can be very easy. If you cannot suc- cessfully connect the camcorder using WPS, try using the [Search for Access Points] method.
Page 199 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings Touch [OK] to save the configuration. • If you were in the process of performing another procedure, the camcorder will automatically connect to the access point. Return to the procedure of the function you were previously using: Step 6 in Streaming via Wi-Fi and Internet (Monitor while Out) (A 179)
Page 200 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings • If the access point selected in step 1 did not have a [C] icon, this step is not necessary. Touch [OK] to save the configuration. • If you were in the process of performing another procedure, the camcorder will automatically connect to the access point.
Page 201 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings • If you selected [OPEN NONE] in step 2, this step is not neces- sary. Touch [Automatic] or [Manual] to select how to obtain the IP address. • If you selected [Automatic], proceed to step 9. To enter the [IP Address] field, touch [0.0.0.0].
Page 202: Viewing And Changing Wi-Fi Settings
Wi-Fi Connection and Settings • The Wi-Fi functions available and the setup method will vary depending on the specifications and characteristics of the Wi-Fi network you want to use. Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi Settings You can review and change, if necessary, the settings used for the vari- ous Wi-Fi connections and for the Monitor while Out function.
Page 203 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings • The next time you make a wireless connection, you will need to change the Wi-Fi settings on the iOS/Android device. Touch [K] repeatedly to return to the 0 (Home) menu, and then touch [X] to close the menu. To view the access point’s connection settings Touch [Access Point Connection Settings].
Page 204 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings To view the settings for the Monitor while Out function (recording mode only) Touch [Monitor while Out Settings]. • The password and port number to be used for the Monitor while Out function will appear. If necessary, change the settings. •...
Page 205 Wi-Fi Connection and Settings Glossary This is a glossary of some of the basic terms used frequently in this chapter. The documentation for your access point may also con- tain a glossary you can refer to. Access Point A wireless access point (WAP) is a device that allows wireless devices, like your camcorder, to connect to a wired network (including to the Internet) using the Wi-Fi standard.
Page 206: Additional Information
Additional Information Appendix: Menu Options Lists This section contains tables of all the camcorder’s menu settings and setting options for your reference. Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays This section explains the icons and displays that appear on the camcorder’s various screens, with reference pages to the rele- vant functions.
Page 207: Appendix: Menu Options Lists
Appendix: Menu Options Lists Appendix: Menu Options Lists The functions that are available depend on the camcorder’s operating mode. On the camcorder’s screen, menu items not available appear grayed out. For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (A 41).
Page 208 Appendix: Menu Options Lists Menu item Setting options [9 Baby Album] (A 65) Video Snapshot] (A 65) e [— Wi-Fi] (A 168) [6 Camera Connect], [7 To Web Service], [w Check/Edit Settings] ■ [1 Other Settings] Menus p Camera Setup (recording mode only) Menu item Setting options [Self Timer]...
Page 209 Appendix: Menu Options Lists p Camera Setup (recording mode only) (cont.) Menu item Setting options [Focus Assistance] (A 210) On], [j Off] [Face Detection & Tracking] (A 107) }], [j Off] [i On [Auto Backlight Correction] (A 211) On], [j Off] [Auto Slow Shutter] (A 211) On], [j Off]...
Page 210 Appendix: Menu Options Lists [Self Timer]: You can have the camcorder start recording after a 10- second countdown. After setting [Self Timer] to [i On <], press Y to start the countdown and record video or touch [{] to start the countdown and take a photo. •...
Page 211 Appendix: Menu Options Lists • Using focus assistance will not affect the recordings. It will be can- celled automatically after 4 seconds or when you start recording. • This function is available only when the shooting mode is set to †, ƒ...
Page 212 Appendix: Menu Options Lists [Image Stabilizer]: 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. Dynamic]: Compensates for a higher degree of camcorder shake, such as when shooting while walking, and is more effective as the zoom approaches full wide angle.
Page 213 Appendix: Menu Options Lists / s Playback Setup (playback mode only) (cont.) Menu item Setting options [Slideshow Transition] (A 213) [j Off], [k Dissolve], [l Slide Image] [Video Snapshot Length] (A 125) [C 2 sec], [D 4 sec], [F 8 sec] [Slideshow Transition]: You can select the transition effect between photos in a slideshow.
Page 214 Appendix: Menu Options Lists t Display Setup (cont.) Menu item Setting options [LCD Brightness] (A 215) [LCD Backlight] (A 215) Bright], [M Normal], [L Dim] [LCD Mirror Image] (A 215) [i On], [j Off] [HDMI Status] (A 215) [Demo Mode] (A 215) On], [j Off] [TV Type]...
Page 215 Appendix: Menu Options Lists [Output Onscreen Displays]: When this setting is set to [i On], the camcorder’s onscreen displays will appear also on the screen of a TV or monitor connected to the camcorder. [LCD Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen. •...
Page 216 Appendix: Menu Options Lists • To cancel the demo mode once it has started, press any button or turn off the camcorder. [TV Type] (playback mode only): When you connect the camcorder to a TV using the optional STV-250N Stereo Video Cable, select the setting according to the type of TV in order to display the picture in full and in the correct aspect ratio.
Page 217 Appendix: Menu Options Lists q System Setup Menu item Setting options [Language H] (A 34) ], [Dansk], [Deutsch], [ ], [English], [Español], [Français], [Italiano], [Magyar], [Melayu], [Nederlands], [Norsk], [Polski], [Português], [ ], [Suomi], [Svenska], [Türkçe], ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [ ], [...
Page 218 Appendix: Menu Options Lists q System Setup (cont.) Menu item Setting options [Available Space in Memory] (A 220) e [&] (built-in memory), [8] (memory card) d – [Used Space in Memory] (A 220) e [&] (built-in memory), [8] (memory card) d –...
Page 219 Appendix: Menu Options Lists q System Setup (cont.) Menu item Setting options [Displayed Units] (A 222) Meters/Grams], [/ Feet/Pounds] [File Numbering] (A 222) [m Reset], [n Continuous] [Auto Power Off] (A 223) On], [j Off] [Power On Using LCD Panel] (A 223) [Enable], [Off] [USB Connection Type]...
Page 220 Appendix: Menu Options Lists q System Setup (cont.) Menu item Setting options e [Initialize ']* (A 164) [Firmware] (A 224) e [Delete Memory Save Folder]* (A 164) e [MAC Address] (A 224) [Certification Logo Display] (A 224) [Reset All] (A 224) [No], [Yes] * Option available only after connecting an external hard drive to the camcorder.
Page 221 Appendix: Menu Options Lists • The information screen displays also the Speed Class rating of the memory card. • e The [Total space] shown for the built-in memory indi- cates actually usable space. It may be slightly smaller than the nomi- nal built-in memory capacity listed in the specifications.
Page 222 Appendix: Menu Options Lists • If the battery pack is exhausted, the battery information may not be displayed. [Displayed Units]: In recording mode, this setting selects the units to use for the focusing distance display during manual focus. It also affects the units used in the stamps for height and weight in 9 mode.
Page 223 Appendix: Menu Options Lists • The file number and folder name also indicate the location of the file on the memory. A recording with the file number “101-1234”, made on October 25 will be found in the folder DCIM\101_1025. If it is an MP4 movie, its file name will be MVI_1234.MP4;...
Page 224 Appendix: Menu Options Lists d [FlashAir]: Determines the operation mode of the wireless com- munication of the FlashAir card in the camcorder. [Firmware] (recording mode only): You can verify the current version of the camcorder’s firmware, which is the software that controls the cam- corder.
Page 225 Appendix: Menu Options Lists ■ [3 Recording Setup] Menu (recording mode only) Menu item Setting options [Movie Format] (A 79) [· AVCHD], [¸ MP4] [Video Quality] (A 79) When [Movie Format] is set to [· AVCHD]: [ª 50P Recording], [© High Quality]*, [¨...
Page 226 Appendix: Menu Options Lists ■ [2 Main Functions] Menu (recording mode only) Button Setting options/Function [¦ Video Snapshot] (A 106) [ON], [OFF] [— Audio Scene] (A 120) [‘ Standard], [’ Music], [‚ Speech], [“ Forest and Birds], [” Noise Suppression] [Ò...
Page 227 Appendix: Menu Options Lists Button Setting options/Function [Zoom Type] (A 227) Optical], [ Advanced], [ Digital] (h only: Digital]) [W] (tele macro): Toggle on or [È Powered IS] (A 228) [ON], [OFF] [z Pre REC] (A 228) [ON], [OFF] [< Focus] (A 114) [D] (manual focus): Toggle on or off, Touch AF frame [y Exposure]...
Page 228 Appendix: Menu Options Lists Advanced]: With advanced zoom the maximum magnification ratio is 57x. At full wide angle, the angle of view with advanced zoom is wider than the angle of view with optical zoom. Digital] (h [ Digital]): With digital zoom (light blue area on the zoom bar), the image is processed digitally so image quality will deteriorate the more you zoom in.
Page 229 Appendix: Menu Options Lists - Leaving the camcorder without any operation for 5 minutes. - Turning off the camcorder, pressing ], changing the shooting mode, etc. - Activating video snapshot or slow & fast motion recording mode. - Opening the 0 >...
Page 230 Appendix: Menu Options Lists [Edit] Menu (playback mode only) Button Setting options e [Copy (&'8)] (A 137) Depending on the index screen: <date> or <folder name>, [Select], [All Scenes] or [All Photos] In single photo view: [¨ Proceed] (copies the current photo) e [Convert to MP4 (&'8)] (A 140) d [Convert to MP4]...
Page 231: Appendix: Onscreen Icons And Displays
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays The following tables show the icons that appear in the various modes. For easy reference, the icons in the table are grouped according to the area in which they appear on the screen. Please note that what icons appear depends on the movie format, shooting mode, and other func- tions.
Page 232 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays When using flexible slow & fast motion recording mode: Top of the screen Icon Description/Function Shooting mode button 9, ó, , †, (in N mode: one of the Smart AUTO ƒ, ’ icons, in ƒ mode: one of the Special Scene mode icons) Scene counter (hours : minutes : seconds).
Page 233 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Top of the screen (cont.) Icon Description/Function Ä, , Â, Intelligent IS (only in N mode) Ã è, é, ê, ë, Remaining battery charge 000 min Zoom bar (momentarily, only when operating the zoom). Photo shooting and memory selected for recording photos (momentarily after taking a photo).
Page 234 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Left side of the screen (cont.) Icon Description/Function T, V Faders ¼, É, Å White balance d FlashAir card. In case of a FlashAir card error, will be displayed. Check the FlashAir card. Slow/fast motion rate buttons for slow and , v, fast motion recording of part of a scene (flexible slow &...
Page 235 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Info panel (cont.) Icon Description/Function Memory selected for recording movies and remaining recording time on the memory. As the remaining recording time decreases, the icon will change from green to yellow and then red. • When the remaining recording time is 30 &0h00m*, minutes or less, this indicator will keep 80h00m...
Page 236 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Bottom of the screen Icon Description/Function [{] button: Take a photo [FILTER] button: Change the cinema-look FILTER 1 to FILTER 5 filter Custom button: The icon in the button will (default) change depending on the currently assigned function/setting.
Page 237 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays ■ Playback mode (during playback) Top of the screen Icon Description/Function [Edit] button: Open the [Edit] menu. Edit, C Lock files function activated. Scene shot with the shooting mode set to Ð, Ý, Ö, Õ, Ø, Memory card operation ×, Ô, Ó...
Page 238 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Top of the screen (cont.) Icon Description/Function , ©, ¨, ¥, Video quality Scene number – 000-0000 File number Scene recorded using slow & fast motion recording. * e only. Bottom of the screen Icon Description/Function For movies: Ý...
Page 239 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Bottom of the screen (cont.) Icon Description/Function [{] button: Grab the current frame and save it as an image file Ò [Ò] button: Decoration [¦] button: Capture a video snapshot ¦ scene 00:00 AM Recording date and time 1.Jan.2017 Memory card operation Ü...
Page 240: Trouble
- please read the “CHECK THIS FIRST” box before going on to the more detailed problems and solutions. Consult a Canon Service Center if the problem persists.
Page 241 Battery packs not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder cannot be charged using this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the battery pack.
Page 242 Trouble? Recording Pressing Y will not start recording. - You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous record- ings in the memory (while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing). Wait until the camcorder has finished. - The memory is full or it already contains the maximum number of AVCHD scenes (3,999 scenes).
Page 243 If the camcorder becomes unusually hot or it becomes hot after using it only for a short while, it may indicate a problem with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. Playback Deleting scenes takes longer than usual.
Page 244 Trouble? When playing back scenes/slideshow with background music, the music track is not played back correctly. - This can occur after repeatedly recording and deleting scenes (fragmented memory). Recordings in the built-in memory (e only): Initialize a memory card with the camcorder using the [Complete Initialization] option (A 38).
Page 245 - Charge the battery pack in temperatures between approximately 0 °C and 40 °C. - The battery pack is damaged. Use a different battery pack. - Charging has stopped because the compact power adapter or the battery pack is faulty. Consult a Canon Service Center.
Page 246 Trouble? Picture and Sound A rattling can be heard from the camcorder. - If it cannot be heard while the camcorder is set to recording mode, then the rattling is due to the movement of the internal lens fixture. This is not a malfunction. The screen appears too dark.
Page 247 Trouble? Sound is distorted or is recorded at lower levels. - When recording near loud sounds (such as fireworks, shows or concerts), sound may become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction. Adjust the audio recording level manually (A 229).
Page 248 Trouble? - A compatible memory card must be used to be able to record movies on a memory card (A 30). - The folder and file numbers for MP4 movies and photos have reached their maximum value. Insert a new memory card and set >q>...
Page 249 Trouble? - Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. After a short while, turn it on again and restore the connection. - Connect the camcorder to a different USB port on the computer. CameraWindow DC does not start automatically. - CameraWindow DC does not start automatically on some versions of Mac OS X.
Page 250 Trouble? e Wi-Fi Functions Refer also to the instruction manual of the access point and other devices you will use. Cannot connect with the access point. - Check that the access point is working correctly. - The effective communication range between the camcorder and access point may vary depending on the strength of the wireless signal.
Page 251: List Of Messages
Select [Yes] to try to recover the recordings. e Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Contact a Canon Ser- vice Center.
Page 252 - You attached a battery pack that is not recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder. - If you are using a battery pack recommended by Canon for use with this camcorder, there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack.
Page 253 - There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Canon Service Center. e Cannot play back Cannot access the built-in memory - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Initialize the built-in memory using the [Complete Initialization] option (A 38).
Page 254 - There is a problem with the built-in memory. Save your recordings (A 154) and initialize the built-in memory using the [Complete Ini- tialization] option (A 38). If the problem persists, contact a Canon Service Center. Cannot record Check the memory card - There is a problem with the memory card.
Page 255 Trouble? Cannot record movies on this memory card - Movies cannot be recorded on a 64 MB or smaller memory card. Use a recommended memory card (A 30). Cannot record movies on this memory card Initialize only using the camcorder - The memory card in the camcorder was initialized using a com- puter.
Page 256 Trouble? Check the memory card - Cannot access the memory card. Check the memory card and make sure it is inserted correctly. - A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record on or read from the memory card. Try removing and reinserting the memory card, or use a different memory card.
Page 257 Trouble? LCD Screen has been dimmed Use the [LCD Backlight] setting to change the brightness - Change the 1 > > [LCD Backlight] setting to [Normal] or [Bright]. May not be possible to record movies on this memory card - You may not be able to record movies on a memory card without a CLASS rating or with one rated CLASS 2.
Page 258 Trouble? Memory card writing error Attempt to recover the data? - This message will appear the next time you turn on the camcorder if power supply was accidentally interrupted while the camcorder was writing to the memory card. Select [Yes] to try to recover the recordings.
Page 259 Trouble? Recording was stopped due to insufficient write speed of the mem- ory card - The data transfer rate was too high for the memory card in use and recording was stopped. Replace the memory card with one rated CLASS 4, 6 or 10 (CLASS 6 or 10 when recording movies with a video quality of 50P or 35 Mbps).
Page 260 Trouble? Some scenes could not be deleted - Movies that were protected/edited with other devices and then transferred to a memory card connected to the computer, cannot be deleted with this camcorder. Task in progress. Do not disconnect the power source. - The camcorder is updating the memory.
Page 261 Trouble? Too many photos and MP4 movies. Disconnect the USB cable. - Disconnect the USB cable. Try using a memory card reader or decrease the number of photos and movies on the memory card to fewer than 2,500 (Windows), or 1,000 (Mac OS) and then restore the connection.
Page 262 For details, refer to the instruction manual of the CS100. - Try turning off the camcorder and connect station. After a moment, turn them on again and restore the connection. If the problem persists, contact a Canon Service Center.
Page 263 Trouble? Closing the LCD panel turns off the camcorder. File transfers in progress will be interrupted. - Keep the camcorder’s LCD panel open while a wireless file transfer to the optional CS100 Connect Station is in progress. Incorrect Wi-Fi password. - The password (encryption key) is case sensitive so make sure to enter it correctly.
Page 264 Unable to access configuration files - Turn off the camcorder. After a short while, turn it on again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service Center. Unable to complete WPS. - Turn off the camcorder and access point. After a short while, turn them on again and try again.
Page 265 Trouble? Unable to complete WPS. Try the operation again. - Some access points require pressing and holding the Wi-Fi Pro- tected Setup (WPS) button. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your access point. - Make sure to touch [OK] on the camcorder’s screen within 2 minutes of activating the Wi-Fi Protected Setup signal on the access point, whether by pressing the button or by entering the PIN code.
Page 266 Trouble? Unable to obtain a global IP address. - The access point to which the camcorder is connected has not been assigned a global IP address. Check the WAN settings of the broadband router to see if a global IP address has been assigned. - Several wireless routers are connected to the same home net- work.
Page 267 (cordless phones, micro- wave ovens, etc.). - Turn off the camcorder and access point. After a short while, turn them on again and perform the Wi-Fi network setup again. If the problem persists contact a Canon Service Center.
Page 268 Connect to a computer and use the dedicated software to set again - An error occurred when connecting to the CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server. Check the settings saved on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY and set them again in the camcorder.
Page 269 Trouble? Server busy Try again later - The CANON iMAGE GATEWAY server is busy due to a high num- ber of users trying to connect to the server. End the Wi-Fi connec- tion and try again later. This image cannot be sent - You attempted to upload a recording whose file type or file size is not supported by the selected Web service.
Page 270: Do's And Don'ts
Do’s and Don’ts Do’s and Don’ts Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions Be sure to read these instructions in order to operate the product safely. Follow these instructions to prevent injury or harm to the operator of the product or others. WARNING Denotes the risk of serious injury or death.
Page 271 Do’s and Don’ts - Do not use leaking batteries/battery packs. If a battery/battery pack leaks and the material contacts your skin or clothing, flush the exposed area thoroughly with running water. In case of eye con- tact, flush thoroughly with copious amounts of clean running water and seek immediate medical assistance.
Page 272 Do’s and Don’ts • Do not allow the product to maintain contact with the same area of skin for extended periods of time during use. This may result in low- temperature contact burns, including skin redness and blistering, even if the product does not feel hot. The use of a tripod or similar equipment is recommended when using the product in hot places and for people with circulation problems or less sensitive skin.
Page 273 CS100 Connect Station (A 154), and save them on a regular basis. This will protect your important recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the memory. Canon shall not be liable for any data loss.
Page 274 Do’s and Don’ts • e The camcorder’s Wi-Fi functions may be subject to interference from devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens. Keeping as much distance as possible from these devices or using the camcorder’s Wi-Fi functions at a different time of day may reduce such interference.
Page 275 Do’s and Don’ts • When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Exces- sive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use of fast zooms and panning can result in jittery scenes. In extreme cases, the playback of such scenes may result in visually induced motion sick- ness.
Page 276 • We recommend backing up the recordings on the memory card onto your computer. Data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon shall not be liable for lost or corrupted data.
Page 277 Do’s and Don’ts Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings. The built-in lithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder; however, it will discharge completely if you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months. To recharge the built-in lithium battery: Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected with the camcorder off.
Page 278: Maintenance/Others
Maintenance/Others Maintenance/Others Cleaning Camcorder Body • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemi- cally treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner. Lens • If the lens surface is dirty, autofocus may not work properly. •...
Page 279: Using The Camcorder Abroad
You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for informa- tion on plug adapters for overseas use.
Page 280 Maintenance/Others Europe: All of Europe and Russia. Americas: Only in Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and French territories (French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Marti- nique, etc.). Asia: Most of Asia (except in Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, Taiwan and Myanmar). Africa: All of Africa and African islands. Australia/Oceania: Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea;...
Page 281: General Information
The following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder but their availability may differ from area to area. Select accessories are described in more detail in the following pages. For the latest informa- tion, please visit your local Canon website. BP-718, BP-727 CG-700 Battery Charger...
Page 282 General Information UA-100 USB Adapter* CT-V1 CS100 Connect Station Camera Pan Table* SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case * This accessory is used with a function available only on the e.
Page 283 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
Page 284 SC-2000 Soft Carrying Case A handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accesso- ries. When you use Canon video equipment, we rec- ommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.
Page 285: Specifications
General Information Specifications Camcorder LEGRIA HF R88 / LEGRIA HF R87 / LEGRIA HF R86 / LEGRIA HF R806  — Values given are approximate figures. System • Recording System Movies: 1. AVCHD format, compatible with AVCHD Ver. 2.0 Video: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio: Dolby Digital 2ch 2.
Page 286 General Information • Image Sensor  1/4.85-type CMOS, 3,280,000 pixels Effective pixels:  2,070,000 pixels (1920 x 1080) When advanced zoom is on: 1920 x 1080 (wide angle), 1280 x 720 (full telephoto) • LCD Touch Screen  7.51 cm (3 in.), TFT color, 230,000 dots , capacitive touch screen operation •...
Page 287 General Information • White Balance Auto white balance, custom white balance or preset white balance settings: [Daylight], [Tungsten] • Minimum Illumination 0.4 lx ([Low Light] Special Scene mode, shutter speed at 1/2) 4 lx ([Programmed AE] shooting mode, auto slow shutter [On], shutter speed at 1/25) •...
Page 288 General Information • USB Terminal: mini-AB, Hi-Speed USB, output only • HDMI OUT Terminal: HDMI Mini Connector, output only e Wi-Fi • Wireless Standard Complies with the IEEE 802.11b/g/n protocol • Connection Methods Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), search for access points, manual, NFC pairing (with compatible devices) •...
Page 289 General Information CA-110E Compact Power Adapter • Power Supply: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz • Rated Output / Consumption 5.3 V DC, 1.5 A / 17 VA (100 V) - 23 VA (240 V)  • Operating Temperature : 0 - 40 °C ...
Page 290 General Information  • Weight : 55 g Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of April 2019. Specifications and outer appearance are subject to change without previous notice.
Page 291: Reference Tables
Reference Tables Reference Tables Approximate recording times Movie format, Memory capacity quality and 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB resolution · 50P 35 min. 1 hr. 15 min. 2 hr. 30 min. 5 hr. 5min. (1920 x 1080) ¸...
Page 292 Reference Tables A single scene can be recorded continuously for 12 hours; at that point, the camcorder will stop for about 3 seconds. After that, recording will continue as a separate scene. Approximate number of photos available on a 4 GB memory card The numbers given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording conditions and the subject.
Page 293 Reference Tables - A fully charged battery pack was used. - Recording in FXP mode (AVCHD format) or at 17 Mbps (MP4 format) in the built-in memory (e only). For operations on the memory card, usage times may be up to approx. 5 minutes shorter. - LCD at normal brightness.
Page 294 Reference Tables Downloading Image Files (Image Mix Frames) Canon offers for download image files (image mix frames) for the image mix function. Access the following website, click on your country/region and follow the onscreen instructions to download the files. www.canon.com/icpd About the image files for the Image Mix function •...
Page 295: Index
Automatic backlight Camera pan table* ...... 211 ...173 correction CameraAccess plus* ...147 AV OUT/× terminal CameraWindow DC ......156 (download) CANON iMAGE ... 85 .....190 Baby (shooting mode) GATEWAY* ......65 Baby album Changing a scene’s thumbnail ..128 ......136 Background music image ..87...
Page 296 ..87 Cinema-look filters ....278 Condensation ....107 Face detection ..160 Connect Station* ......110 Faders Connections to external ....222 File numbering ......148 devices Fireworks (Special Scene Converting scenes ......89 mode) to fast motion (time-lapse) ....224 FlashAir cards** ....... 144 scenes* ....211 Flicker reduction to MP4/smaller MP4...
Page 297 Movie format ....79 (AVCHD/MP4) ......104 Image mix Image mix frames ..... 294 (download) NFC (near field ....212 Image stabilizer ..176 communication)* ..... 67 Index screen button Night Scene (Special Scene ....53 Info panel ......89 mode) ..38 Initializing the memory .....221 Notification sounds...
Page 298 Slow & fast motion recording ......93 Entire scene Recording ..96 Flexible (part of a scene) ......50 Movies .......56 Smart AUTO ......54 Photos Snow (Special Scene ....291 Recording time ......89 mode) Reference tables (charging, Sports (Special Scene usage and recording times, ......89 mode) ......
Page 299 ....191 Uploading recordings to Web services* ....... 190 ....116 the Web* White balance ....147 ......59 USB terminal Wide angle ....64 Wide attachment*** ....168 Wi-Fi functions* ....... 79 Video quality Video ....106 ....185 snapshot YouTube* View assistance ....220 (for mode) ......
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