Canon VIXIA HV40 HD HDV Camcorder with 10x - The Camcorder Review
The Canon VIXIA HV40 is one of the latest additions to our large family of HD camcorders. For those seeking the ultimate in HD video quality, we bring a host of Canon Exclusive features you won't find anywhere else - from our own 2.96-megapixel Full HD CMOS image sensor and advanced DIGIC DV II image processor, delivering breathtaking detail and the best in color reproduction, to SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization and Instant Auto Focus to give you the ultimate control demanded by High Definition. With the Genuine Canon 10x HD video zoom lens and a host of other advanced features the VIXIA HV40 is sure to be your choice in High Definition camcorders. If you wish to continue to use your existing Standard Definition equipment, the VIXIA HV40 has both SD and HD recording modes. The VIXIA HV40 is easy to use and delivers the high level of performance you've come to expect from Canon. Our vast experience with photographic and broadcast television cameras brings you the optical excellence, advanced image processing, superb performance, and the latest in technological advancements you expect. The VIXIA HV40 is the premium quality High Definition video tape camcorder for sophisticated and discerning videographers. Canon VIXIA HV40 gives you the quality of miniDV recording in high definition at an affordable price for the aspiring or indie film-maker. Capture true 1920 x 1080 video like a pro with the camera's 2.96Mp CMOS sensor, DIGIC DV II Image Processor and 10x HD Video Lens. If you feel like recording in standard
definition the camera affords you that flexibility as well. And there's no need to carry a still camera around because the camcorder captures 3.1Mp still images to miniSD cards. The Canon VIXIA HV40 boasts a range of film-like shooting rates, including 24p Native and Cinema Modes and 30p Progressive Mode. To make even higher quality videos there's the Advanced Accessory Shoe for attaching external Canon lights and microphones that run off the power of the camcorder. If you're looking for a tape-based camcorder to take your videos to the next level, the Canon VIXIA HV40 has what you need.
Canon VIXIA HV40 Features:
Record to MiniDV By capturing video to MiniDV, you can take advantage of both its universal compatibility with existing technology while also benefiting from a level of reliability, which professionals have counted on for over a decade. The Canon VIXIA HV40 lets you record in both 1080 High Definition as well as standard definition for use with your non-HD equipment. Canon VIXIA HV40 Image Sensor & DIGIC DV II The 2.96Mp full HD CMOS sensor gives you 1920 x 1080 HD video while working in tandem with Canon's DIGIC DV II Image Processor to reduce image noise and customize the color and tonality of your video and still images. Canon 10x HD Video Lens The 10x HD Video Lens lets you capture landscapes and tight shots easily, with three fixed zoom speeds for fluid transitions. The super spectra coating keeps flare and ghosting at bay while the lens' aspheric design cuts down on aberration while boosting resolution. 2.7" Multi-Angle Vivid Widescreen LCD of Canon VIXIA HV40 The multi-angle widescreen LCD gives you a generous display on which to compose and playback your shots, not to mention the ability to shoot from more angles. The hard coat AR surface reproduces color
accurately with reduced glare and enhanced contrast. 3.1Mp Digital Photos Capture 3.1Mp digital photos to miniSD memory cards with Canon VIXIA HV40 and enjoy special functions that make shooting easier, like the Histogram Display, scene modes and auto focus. You can also simultaneously capture still images while shooting video or save stills to a miniSD card after the video has already been shot. SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization Canon VIXIA HV40 include Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer that corrects for hand shake, moving subjects and the inevitable slight bump. SuperRange Gyro and image sensors also correct for a wider range of incidents such as body sway and recording in a moving car as well as ensuring no loss in image quality. Canon VIXIA HV40 Creative Control & Workflow Features Built-in flash for stills indoors or in low light HDMI for watching videos on HDTV with just one cable Custom Key: let's you keep commonly used functions available at a touch 24p Cinema Mode gives your videos a "film-look" - enhanced when used with the CINE setting 30p Progressive Mode great for action or sports footage or video that will be uploaded to the Internet Native 24p Mode for shooting 24 frames per second - the frame rate of film, used by professional filmmakers Advanced Accessory Shoe for attaching external Canon lights or microphones that run off the camera's power.

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Important Usage Instructions

Introduction

WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.
HD Camcorder, VIXIA HV40 A systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries. Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under direct sunlight, fire, etc.

About the Joystick and the Joystick Guide
The mini joystick allows you to control many of the camcorders operations and to make selections and changes in the camcorders menus.
Push the joystick up, down, left or right ( , ) to select an item or change settings.
Press the joystick itself ( ) to save the settings or confirm an action. On menu screens, this is indicated by the SET icon.
The functions assigned to the joystick change according to the operation mode and the camcorders settings. Press ( ) to display/hide the joystick guide to remind you of the joysticks functions.
When the guide contains multiple `pages, [NEXT] and the page number icon ( ) will appear at the bottom position. Push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display the next `page of the guide.
About the Operating Modes
The camcorders operating mode is determined by the positions of the switch and the / switch. In the manual, indicates that a function is available in the operating mode shown and indicates that the function is not available. When no operating mode icons are given, the function is available in all operating modes. Operating Mode Switch / Switch Icon Display Operation 28
(Tape) (Memory card) Playing movies from the tape (Tape) (Memory card)
Recording movies on the tape Recording still images on the memory card

CAMERA

Viewing still images from the memory card
Getting to Know the Camcorder

Supplied Accessories

BP-2L13 Battery Pack WL-D87 Wireless Controller Lithium Button Battery CR2025 for Wireless Controller
CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord)
CTC-100/S Component Cable
STV-250N Stereo Video Cable

IFC-300PCU USB Cable

DIGITAL VIDEO SOLUTION DISK Software CD-ROM* and Installation Guide

Red Green Blue plugs

Yellow Red White plugs
* Includes the electronic version of the Digital Video Software instruction manual on PDF file.
Online product registration for USA Customers only. Register your product online at www.registercanon.com

Protect your product

We will keep the model number and date of purchase of your new Canon product on file to help you refer to this information in the event of an insurance claim such as loss or theft.
Receive information on new products and promotions
Upon your request, we will send you information on Canon new products and promotions. The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. Date of Purchase: Model Name: VIXIA HV40 A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address: Dealer Phone No.:

Recording Still Images

Recording program ( 48) White balance ( 54) Image effect ( 55) Digital effects ( 67) Still image quality/size (simultaneous recording) ( 57)
Recording reminder The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when you start recording. This is helpful to avoid scenes that are too short. Tape operation Record, Record pause, Stop, Eject, Fast forward, Rewind, Playback, Playback pause, Reverse playback pause, x1 Playback (normal speed), x1 Reverse playback (normal speed), x2 Playback (double speed), x2 Reverse playback (double speed), Fast forward playback, Rewind playback, Slow playback, Slow reverse playback, Frame advance, Frame reverse, / Date search ( 34), / Zero set memory ( 33)

Remaining battery charge

When starts flashing in red, replace the battery pack with a fully charged one. When you attach an empty battery pack, the power may turn off without displaying . Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately. Number of still images available on the memory card Depending on the recording conditions, the number of still images available displayed may not decrease even after a recording has been made, or may decrease by 2 still images at once. Card Access Display is displayed next to the number of images available while the camcorder is writing on the memory card.
Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes. moves during recording. When the tape reaches its end, the display changes to END. When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may not appear. Depending on the type of the tape, the remaining time displayed may not be correct. In any case, you will be able to record on the tape the number of minutes that appears on the videocassettes label (for example, 85 minutes).

Playing Movies

Tape operation Time code (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) Remaining tape Data code ( 62)
Recording made in [ HDV(24F)] mode (
Search function display END SEARCH ( 34)/ DATE SEARCH ( 34) Quality/size for capturing still images ( Audio level indicator ( 65)

Viewing Still Images

Image number ( 42) Current image / Total number of images Histogram ( 62) Image protection mark ( 69) Still image quality/size Date and time of recording Recording program ( 48) Manual focus ( 53) Light metering mode ( 58) Manual exposure ( 52) Image effect ( 55) Image size ( 56) File size Aperture value ( 49) Shutter speed ( 49) White balance ( 54) Flash ( 63)

Getting Started

Preparations Getting Started
4 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. The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. The indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged. You can also use the compact power adapter without attaching a battery pack. When the compact power adapter is connected, even if a battery is attached its power will not be consumed.

120 min. 115 min. 110 min. 40 min. 35 min. 35 min. 85 min. 80 min. 75 min. 75 min. 45 min. 45 min. 40 min. 95 min. 75 min. 70 min. 65 min. 145 min. 140 min. 135 min. 125 min. 80 min. 75 min. 75 min. 165 min.
150 min. 140 min. 135 min. 85 min. 80 min. 80 min. 175 min.
165 min. 155 min. 150 min. 95 min. 90 min. 85 min. 195 min.
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off.
Inserting and Removing a Tape
Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. To record in HDV standard we recommend using tapes specifically designed for high definition.
Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted. Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.
If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be inserted/removed even if the switch is set to (CHG).

1 Slide

OPEN/EJECT fully in the direction of the arrow and open the cassette compartment cover.
The cassette compartment opens automatically.

2 Insert the cassette.

Insert the cassette with the window facing the grip belt. To remove the cassette pull it straight out.
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
Use only commercially available miniSD cards.

3 Press the 4

mark on the cassette compartment until it clicks. Wait for the cassette compartment to retract automatically and close the cassette compartment cover.
Turn off the camcorder. Open the LCD panel. Open the memory card slot cover. Insert the memory card straight with the miniSD label facing up, all the way into the memory card slot until it clicks. Close the cover.
Do not force the cover closed if the memory card is not correctly inserted.
TO REMOVE THE MEMORY CARD First push the memory card once to release it, and then pull the card out.
Make sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder for the first time ( 70). Memory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder.

The Wireless Controller

Inserting the Battery
(Lithium Button Battery CR2025)
Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all miniSD cards.
1 Press the tab in the direction of the

Preparing the Camcorder

arrow and pull out the battery holder. Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up. Insert the battery holder.
Using the Wireless Controller
1 Turn on the camcorder. 2 Adjust the viewfinder.

First Time Settings

Changing the Time Zone

Default value

Changing the Language

Options

T.ZONE/DST NEW YORK

DISPLAY SETUP/

LANGUAGE ENGLISH
icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. Select ( ) [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press ( ). Select ( ) [LANGUAGE] and press ( ). Select ( , ) the desired option and press ( ). Press FUNC. to close the menu. NOTES
1 Press FUNC. 2 Select ( ) the 3 4
icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP] and press ( ). Select ( ) [T.ZONE/DST] and press ( ). The time zone setting appears. The default setting is New York. Select ( ) your time zone and press ( ). To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the mark next to the area. Press FUNC. to close the menu.

Time Zones

Once you have set the time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock every time you travel to another time zone. Select the time zone referring to the date and time displayed on the screen.
If you changed the language by mistake, follow the mark next to the menu item to change the setting. The displays and that appear in some menu screens refer to the name of buttons on the camcorder and will not change, regardless of the language selected.
icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. Select ( ) [DATE/TIME SETUP] and press ( ). Select ( ) [DATE/TIME] and press ( ). The first field of the date will be indicated with blinking up/down arrows. Change ( ) each field of the date and time and move ( ) to the next field. Press ( ) to start the clock. Press FUNC. to close the menu. IMPORTANT

Recording

Basic Functions Recording
TO REVIEW THE LAST SCENE RECORDED
Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 99).
1 Set the mode switch to. 2 If the joystick guide does not appear 3 Push the joystick ( ) toward
on screen, press ( ) to display it. If does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display the joystick guide in the illustration above. The camcorder will play back a few seconds of the last recording made and return to record pause mode. If the currently selected recording standard is different from that of the last recording, the picture may not be played back correctly. Close the LCD panel. Turn off the camcorder. Remove the tape. Disconnect the power source and remove the battery pack. NOTES

Previous recordings overwritten by a new recording cannot be recovered. Before you start recording, search for the end of the last recording ( 34). To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left in record pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30 seconds. To resume recording press START/STOP. When recording in very loud places (such as fireworks shows or concerts), sound may
1 Holding the lock button pressed 2
down, set the switch to CAMERA. Move the / switch to (tape). If necessary, you can change the recording standard (HDV or DV) ( 40). Press START/STOP to begin recording. Press START/STOP again to pause the recording.
WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED RECORDING
become distorted or it may not be recorded at the actual levels. This is not a malfunction. About the Power Save mode: To save power when the camcorder is powered by a battery pack, the camcorder will automatically shut off if left without any operations for 5 minutes ( 46). To restore the power, turn the camcorder off and then on again. About the LCD and viewfinder screen: The screens are produced using extremely highprecision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black, red, blue or green dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. When using a tripod: Do not leave the viewfinder exposed to direct sunlight as it may melt (due to concentration of the light by the lens). Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.). Doing so may damage the camcorder. When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Excessive 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 sickness. If you experience such a reaction, immediately stop the playback and take a rest break as necessary.
Before using a memory card for the first time, be sure to initialize it with this camcorder ( 70).
1 Holding the lock button pressed
down, set the switch to CAMERA. Move the / switch to (memory card). Press PHOTO halfway. Once the focus is automatically adjusted, will turn green and one or more AF frames will appear. When you press PHOTO on the wireless controller, the still image is recorded immediately. Press PHOTO fully. The CARD access indicator will flash as the image is being recorded.

On the wireless controller press Press and hold REW or FF or Press and hold
During the playback of HDV recordings: Even though their icons will appear on screen, the following special playback modes are not available. - Reverse slow playback - Frame reverse - Double speed playback (forward or reverse) To protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the stop mode ( ) if left in playback pause ( ) mode for 4 minutes 30 seconds. To resume the playback press /.
Adjusting the Volume: Speaker and Headphones

Using Headphones

The headphones are connected to the AV/ terminal, which is used for both the headphones and the audio/video output. Before connecting the headphones, follow the procedure below to change the function of the terminal from AV output to (headphones) output and make sure the icon appears on the screen. ( 12)
The camcorder plays the sound with the built-in speaker. When youre using the viewfinder for playback, you can connect a pair of headphones to listen to the sound. You can also use the headphones to check the audio level while recording.
Adjusting the Volume of the Speaker
12) PLAY/OUT SETUP2 AV/PHONES
1 If the joystick guide does not appear 2 Push the joystick (
on screen, press ( ) to display it. ) toward + or - to adjust the volume. To turn off the volume completely, keep pressing ( ) until the volume icon changes to. You can press ( ) again to hide the joystick guide during playback.
1 Press FUNC. 2 Select ( ) the 5
icon and press ( ) to open the setup menus. Select ( )[ PLAY/OUT SETUP2]* and press ( ). Select ( ) [AV/PHONES] and press ( ). Select ( ) [ PHONES] and press ( ).

6 Press

FUNC. appears. Note that if the joystick guide appears on the screen, it will conceal the icon. Press ( ) to hide the joystick guide. * In mode, select [ PLAY/ OUT SETUP] instead.
Returning to a Pre-marked Position
If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. ( 12)
TO ADJUST THE VOLUME OF THE HEADPHONES
In mode, adjust the volume of the headphones with the [PHONES VOL.] setting ( 43). In mode, use the joystick and the joystick guide following the same procedure as when adjusting the speakers volume.
1 While recording or during playback,
press ZERO SET MEMORY on the wireless controller at the point you wish to return to later. The time code changes to 0:00:00. Press ZERO SET MEMORY again to cancel the memory. If you marked the zero memory while recording, set the camcorder to mode. If you marked the zero memory during playback, press. Press to locate the zero mark. If the tape counter shows a negative number, press instead. appears and the camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape. The tape stops at or near the zero mark, disappears and the correct time code will be displayed again. NOTES

Observe the following precautions while the card access display appears on screen, and when the CARD access indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode. The following may not be displayed correctly. - Images not recorded with this camcorder. - Images edited on or uploaded from a computer. - Images whose file names have been changed.
down, set the switch to PLAY. Move the / switch to (memory card).

3 Select (

) the still image. You can use the joystick to move through the still images even if the joystick guide above does not appear on the screen.

Image Jump

You can jump ahead to a specific image without having to browse all images one by one.
TO RUN THROUGH THE STILL IMAGES
Push the joystick ( ) or ( ) and hold it pressed down. Release the joystick when the running number gets to the number of the image you want to display.
TO SKIP 10 OR 100 STILL IMAGES

on screen, press (

1 If the joystick guide does not appear 2 Push the joystick ( ) toward

) to display it.

return to moving between single images. Move the zoom lever toward T. The index screen closes and the selected image is displayed.

3 Select ( 4

)[ JUMP 10 IMAGES] or [ JUMP 100 IMAGES]. Jump ( ) the number of images selected. Press ( ) to close the image jump screen and display the image. You can press ( ) again to hide the joystick guide.
Magnifying the Playback Image
During playback, movies and still images can be magnified up to 5 times. You can also select the area to be magnified. ( 12)

Slideshow

SLIDESHOW
1 Press FUNC. 2 Select ( ) [ SLIDESHOW] and 3 Select (
( ). Press press ( ). ) [START] and press

to stop the slideshow.

1 Move the zoom lever toward T.

Index Screen

1 Move the zoom lever toward W. 2 Select (
The index screen appears. , ) an image. Move the green selection frame to the image you want to view. If you have a lot of still images, you may find it easier to browse entire index pages instead. Move the zoom lever toward W to extend the green selection frame to the whole page, and move ( ) through index pages. Move the zoom lever toward T to
The image is magnified by 2 times and a frame appears indicating the position of the magnified area. To further enlarge the image, move the zoom lever toward T. To reduce the magnification, move the zoom lever toward W. will appear for images that cannot be enlarged. Select ( , ) the enlarged area of the picture with the joystick. To cancel the magnification, move the zoom lever toward W until the frame disappears.

SELF TIMER

ON], [
HDV], [ HDV(PF30)], HDV(PF24)], [ DV(WIDE)], HDV(24F)], [ [ DV(NORMAL)] Selects the video standard of the recording and in DV standard also the aspect ratio. [ HDV]: High-definition video at 1080i specifications with 16:9 aspect ratio. [ HDV(PF30)]: High-definition video at 1080i specifications for recording with a progressive frame rate of 30 fps. You can use this setting to easily edit your recordings, for example, to post them on the Web. [ HDV(PF24)]: High-definition video at 1080i specifications for recording with a progressive frame rate of 24 fps. [ HDV(24F)]: High-definition video at 1080i specifications for recording with a native progressive frame rate of 24 fps. Video output from the HDV/DV terminal will be 24p so this setting is ideal for editing 24p video. (During playback, 24F appears on the screen.) [ DV(WIDE)]: Standard-definition video with 16:9 aspect ratio. [ DV(NORMAL)]: Standard-definition video with 4:3 aspect ratio. We recommend not mixing recordings made in different video standards on the same tape. When [ HDV(PF30)], [ HDV(PF24)] or [ HDV(24F)] is combined with the [ CINE MODE] recording program ( 48) to get the 24p Cinema Mode, the cinematic look will be enhanced.
During the playback of a recording made in [ HDV(PF30)], [ HDV(PF24)] or [ HDV(24F)], will appear on the screen (not , or ). Playing back a widescreen recording: TV sets compatible with the Video ID-1 system will automatically switch to wide (16:9) mode. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. To play back on a TV with normal aspect ratio (4:3) change the [TV TYPE] setting accordingly ( 43).

DV REC MODE

DV AUDIO
[ 16bit], [ 12bit] When [HD STANDARD] is set to one of the DV standards, you can change the audio quality. [ 16bit]: To record sound at the highest quality. [ 12bit]: If you will dub audio or add a music track later with an external device.

WIND SCREEN

[ STD PLAY], [ LONG PLAY] When [HD STANDARD] is set to one of the DV standards, you can change the video quality and as a result, also the recording time available on the tape. Recording in LP mode extends the available recording time on the tape 1.5 times. Depending on the condition of the tape (long usage, imperfections, etc.) you may notice some video problems (blocky video artifacts, banding, etc.) in the playback picture when playing back recordings made in LP mode. We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings. If you make recordings in both SP and LP modes on the same tape, during playback you may notice some video problems in the picture at the point where the recording mode changes. When playing back in this camcorder tapes recorded in LP mode with other devices or vice versa, you may notice some problems in the playback picture or the sound may stop briefly.

OUTPUT CH

[ MIX/FIXED]: Mixed audio with the original sound and dubbed audio at the same level. [ MIX/VAR.]: Mixed audio where the balance between the original sound ( ) and the dubbed audio ( ) can be adjusted.

MIX BALANCE

[ L/R], [ L/L], [ R/R] You can select the audio channel to use during the playback of a tape with audio recorded on two channels. [ L/R]: Left and Right channels (stereo) / Main + Sub tracks (bilingual). [ L/L]: Left channel only (stereo) / Main track only (bilingual). [ R/R]: Right channel only (stereo) / Sub track only (bilingual).

AUDIO OUT

AV/PHONES
When [AUDIO OUT] is set to [ MIX/ VAR.], adjust ( ) the sound balance with the joystick. The camcorder will retain the audio balance adjustment; however if you turn off the camcorder, [AUDIO OUT] will be reset to [ STEREO1].

AV], [

PHONES]

PHONES VOL.

When [AV/PHONES] is set to [ PHONES], adjust ( ) the volume of the headphones with the joystick. * In mode, adjust the volume using the joystick guide ( 33).

COMP.OUT

[ STEREO1], [ STEREO2], [ MIX/FIXED], [ MIX/VAR.] You can select the audio track to use during the playback of a tape with audio dubbed over the recording. [ STEREO1]: Original sound only. [ STEREO2]: Dubbed audio only.
[ 480i], [ 1080i/480i] You can select the video specifications to use when connecting the camcorder to a high-definition TV using the video component connection.
[ 480i]: To use the 480i specification (standard definition). [ 1080i/480i]: To use the full 1080i high definition specification when possible, or switch automatically to 480i specification when 1080i is not supported by the TV. Select the [PLAYBACK STD] and [COMP.OUT] settings according to the specifications you want to use for playback on a high-definition TV. Refer to the table below. When the playback standard selected is different from that of the original recording, no video will be output. This setting will be unavailable while the camcorder is connected to an external device using the HDMI cable.

DV OUTPUT

Settings for Video Output from the COMPONENT OUT Terminal
Video Output Signal High Definition (1080i) Standard Definition (480i) Standard of the Recording on the Tape [PLAYBACK STD] Setting AUTO] or [
[ HDV] [ [ [ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ [ 480i] AUTO] or [ DV] [PLAYBACK STD] Setting [ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ [ AUTO] or [ AUTO] or [ HDV] [ DV] [ [ [
[ DV LOCKED], [ HDV/DV] You can select the video standard to use when connecting to an external device using the HDV/DV terminal. [ HDV/DV]: Switch automatically between standards to match the original standard of the recordings. [ DV LOCKED]: All video output will be in DV standard (recordings made in HDV will be down-converted). Select the [PLAYBACK STD] and [DV OUTPUT] settings according to the specifications you want to use for playback on a high-definition TV. Refer to the table below.

[ CINE MODE]* Give a cinematic look to your recordings. only.
[ SPOTLIGHT] Use this mode to record spotlit scenes.
[ NIGHT] Use this mode to record in low-light conditions.
[ FIREWORKS] Use this mode to record fireworks.
Giving a Cinematic Look to your Recordings
Give your recordings a cinematic look by using the [ CINE MODE] recording program. Combine this recording program with the 24 fps progressive frame rate [ HDV(PF24)] or [ HDV(24F)] to get the enhanced effect of the 24p Cinema Mode.

POINTS TO CHECK ( 12)

Mode switch: Set the recording program to [ CINE MODE], as described in the previous section.
MENU REC/IN SETUP HD STANDARD

Using the [ Program

CINE MODE] Recording
With the [ CINE MODE] recording program, the camcorder adjusts various image settings to give a cinematic look to your recordings. POINTS TO CHECK

Mode switch:

Icon of the currently selected Recording Program CINE MODE
YES ( 12) NOTES POINTS TO CHECK

HDV(PF24) or HDV(24F)

Do not move the mode switch to during the actual recording of a scene; the brightness of the picture may change abruptly.
Flexible Recording: Changing the Aperture and Shutter Speed
Setting the 24p Cinema Mode
You can combine the [ CINE MODE] recording program and the [ HDV(PF24)] or [ HDV(24F)] frame rate to achieve the 24p Cinema Mode, which will enhance the cinematic look of your recordings.
Use the automatic exposure (AE) program or give priority to the exposure value or the shutter speed.
: Only settings other than [ CINE MODE]. Mode switch:

[ PROGRAM AE]

Shutter speed guidelines
1/8, 1/15, 1/30 with cinema effect HDV(PF24)] or HDV(24F)] 1/6, 1/12, 1/24 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 1/60 with cinema effect HDV(PF24)] or HDV(24F)] 1/48, 1/60 1/60 1/100 1/100
The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and shutter speed to obtain the optimal exposure for the subject. [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] Set the shutter speed value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value. Use a high shutter speed to record fast moving subjects or a slow shutter speed to add motion blur, emphasizing the feel of movement. [ APERTURE-PRIO.AE] Set the aperture value. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate shutter speed. Use low aperture values (larger lens opening) to softly blur the background in a portrait or high aperture values (smaller lens opening) to get a wider depth of field, giving a sharp focus all throughout a landscape.

) to display it. If does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the joystick ( ) toward [NEXT] to display the joystick guide in the illustration above. The icon of the selected effect turns green. Push the joystick ( ) toward again to deactivate the fader/effect.
You can preview the digital effects on the screen while making the selection. When you apply a fader, not only the picture but also the sound will fade in or out. When you apply an effect, the sound will be recorded normally. The camcorder retains the setting last used even if you turn off the digital effects or change the recording program.

TO FADE IN

Push the joystick ( ) toward. :.in record pause mode, then press START/STOP to start recording with a fade in. :.in playback pause mode, then press / to fade in and start the playback.

TO FADE OUT

Push the joystick ( ) toward. :.while recording, then press START/STOP to fade out and pause the recording. :.during playback, then press / to fade out and pause the playback.

TO ACTIVATE AN EFFECT

Push the joystick ( ) toward. :.while recording or in record pause mode. :.during playback. :.and then press PHOTO , first halfway to activate the autofocus and then fully to record the still image.

Still Image Options

Editing Functions Still Image Options

Erasing Still Images

Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered.
While reviewing the image immediately after recording: 1 Push the joystick ( ) toward. 2 Select ( ) [ERASE] and press ( ).

Erasing All Images

Protected images will not be deleted even if you erase all images. (
Protected images cannot be erased.

Erasing a Single Image

1 If the joystick guide does not appear 2 3
on screen, press ( ) to display it. Push the joystick ( ) toward. Select ( ) [ERASE] and press ( ).
Erasing a Single Image Just After Recording
CARD OPERATIONS ERASE ALL IMAGES YES

Protecting Still Images

We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Refer also to the instruction manual of the computer. The programs ZoomBrowser EX and Image Browser included with the supplied CD-ROM can only be used to transfer still images recorded on the memory card. Video recordings on the tape cannot be transferred to the computer using the software included with the supplied CD-ROM.
Transferring Still Images Direct Transfer
With the supplied USB cable and the Digital Video Software, you can transfer still images to a computer simply by pressing (print/share). ( 12)
When the CARD access indicator is on or flashing do not perform the following actions. Doing so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the memory card. - Do not disconnect the USB cable. - Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer. - Do not change the position of the / switch or the operating mode. Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of your computer. The image files on your memory card are valuable, original data files. If you wish to use the image files on your computer, make copies of them first, and use the copied file, retaining the original.
The first time you connect the camcorder to the computer, you need to install the software and set the auto-launch setting. From the second time on, you will only need to connect the camcorder to the computer to transfer images. 1 Install the supplied Digital Video Software. Refer to the installation guide (separate leaflet included with the CD-ROM). 2 Set the camcorder to mode. 3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the USB connection connection type 1 ( 80) shown in the previous section PC Connection Diagrams. See Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer in the Digital Video Software instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file). 4 Set the auto-launch setting. See When Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer (Windows) or Auto-downloading (Macintosh) in the Digital Video Software instruction manual (electronic version on PDF file). The direct transfer menu appears on the camcorder screen and the button lights up.
We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact power adapter. Refer also to the computers instruction manual. Users of Windows XP, Windows Vista and Mac OS X: Your camcorder is equipped with the standard Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) allowing you to download still images (JPEG only) simply by connecting the camcorder to a computer using the USB cable without installing the software from the supplied software CD-ROM.

Transferring Images

[ [ ALL IMAGES] NEW IMAGES]
Transfers all images to the computer. Transfers only those images that have not yet been transferred to the computer. [ TRANSFER ORDERS] Transfers images with transfer orders ( 83) to the computer.