Canon VIXIA HF11 Manual de usuario

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10Photos __________________________________62 Basic Recording62 Taking Photos62 Selecting Photo Size and Quality64 Erasing a Photo Right After Recordi

Additional Information100Tro ub le ?If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Sometimes what you think is a malfunction of the

101The battery pack is exhausted extremely quickly even at normal temperatures.- The battery may have reached the end of its battery life. Buy a new b

Additional Information102Deleting scenes takes longer than usual.- When the memory contains a large number of scenes, some operations may take longer

103Video noise appears on screen.- When using the camcorder close to devices that emit strong electromagnetic fields (plasma TVs, cellular phones, etc

Additional Information104There is no sound from the TV.- When connecting the camcorder to an HDTV using the CTC-100/S Component Cable, make sure to co

105CANNOT ACCESS THE BUILT-IN MEMORY- There is a problem with the built-in memory.CANNOT COMMUNICATE WITH THE BATTERY PACK CONTINUE USING THIS BATTE

Additional Information106CANNOT RECORD ON THIS CARD USING MXP/FXP MODE- Movies cannot be recorded in MXP or FXP mode on a memory card if it is rated S

107MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE TO RECORD MOVIES ON THIS CARD- You may not be able to record movies on a memory card without a Speed Class rating. Replace the

Additional Information108TOO MANY STILL IMAGES DISCONNECT USB CABLE- Disconnect the USB cable and decrease the number of still images in the memory

109NO DISC- Insert a disc into the DVD burner.- This message can appear also if condensation has formed. Wait until the DVD burner dries completely be

11Table of contents83 Authoring High-Definition (AVCHD) Discs and Photo DVDs86 Copying your Recordings to an External Video Recorder87 Transferring Ph

Additional Information110HARDWARE ERROR- Cancel printing. Turn off the printer and turn it back on. Check the printer status. If the printer is equipp

111PRINTER IN USE- The printer is in use. Check the printer status.READJUST TRIMMING- You changed the [PAPER] settings after applying the trimming set

Additional Information112Do’s and Don’tsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Back up your recordings

113Long-term storage If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low humidity, and at temperatures

Additional Information114• Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields.• Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high h

115DisposalWhen you delete movies or initialize the built-in memory or memory card, only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not p

Additional Information116CondensationMoving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on

117General Information1This product is included with the camcorder and not sold separately.2Accessories that are compatible with the Advanced Accessor

Additional Information118Call or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuine accessories for you

119Recording and Playback TimesThe recording and playback times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to recording mode and

Introduction12Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF11. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future r

Additional Information120TL-H37 Tele-converterThis Tele-converter lens increases the focal length of the camcorder lens by a factor of 1.5.• The image

121VL-5 Video LightThis video light enables you to record brightly in color even in dark places. It attaches to the camcorder's mini advanced sho

Additional Information122Product CodesProvided AccessoriesCA-570 Compact Power Adapter 8468A002AABP-809 Battery Pack 2588B003AA (silver), 2588B004AA

123HF11SpecificationsSystemRecording System Movies: AVCHDVideo compression: MPEG-4 AVC/H.264, Audio compression: Dolby Digital 2chStill images: DCF (D

Additional Information124CA-570 Compact Power Adapter1This camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called “Exif Print”). Exif Print is a standard for enhanc

125BP-809 Battery PackWeight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice.Battery type Rechargeabl

Additional Information12624F progressive frame rate . . . . . . . 19, 9424p Cinema Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45AAbroad, using the camcor

127IImage effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Image stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94Index screen . . . . . . . . .

Additional Information128Still image size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62Sunset (recording program) . . . . . . . . . 46TTelephoto . .

129CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATESThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“

13Getting to Know the Camcorder1Software for saving, managing , editing and playing back movies on your computer ( 83). The CD-ROM includes the instru

130CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with res

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Introduction14Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “button” frame(for example ).Components GuideLeft side vie

15Names of buttons and switches other than the joystick are indicated within a “button” frame (for example ).Back viewTop viewLCD panelMIC terminal (

Introduction16Wireless Controller WL-D88Bottom viewTripod socket ( 112)BATTERY RELEASE switch ( 21)Grip beltSTART/STOP button ( 35)FUNC. button ( 28,

17 Recording Movies Playing Movies (During Playback)Screen DisplaysOperating mode ( 26)Recording program ( 45, 47)White balance ( 51)Image effect ( 53

Introduction18 Recording Still Images Viewing Still ImagesZoom ( 37), Exposure ( 50)Recording program ( 45, 47)Light metering mode ( 69)White balanc

1924F progressive frame rateSelect the 24F progressive frame rate ( 45) to give your recordings a cinematic look. You can combine this frame rate with

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

20PreparationsThis chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more about your camcord

211 Slide in the direction of the arrow and hold it pressed down.2 Slide the battery pack down and then pull it out.IMPORTANT• Turn off the camcorde

Preparations22Preparing the Wireless Controller and AccessoriesFirst, insert the supplied lithium button battery CR2025 into the wireless controller.1

23AccessoriesFasten the grip belt.• Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index finger, and the button with your thumb

Preparations24Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap.You can also remove the

25NOTESAbout the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels opera

Preparations26Press the button again to return to the flexible recording mode (the button's light is off). You can access the menus and change

27Joystick and Joystick GuideUse the joystick to operate the camcorder's menus.The joystick can also be used in combination with the joystick gui

Preparations28Selecting a FUNC. Menu Option1 Press .2 Select ( , ) the icon of the function you want to change.Menu items not available will appear g

295 Select ( ) the desired option and press to save the setting.6 Press .You can press to close the menu at any time.Abbreviation of Menu Selectio

3In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF11 A and all its accessories.1 Read Instructions — All the s

Preparations30• The date appears in a year-month-day format only in the first setup screen. In subsequent screen displays the date and time will appea

31 [ MENU] [ DATE/TIME SETUP] [T.ZONE/DST] Local time at your destination* * To adjust for daylight saving time, select the area name marked

Preparations32Inserting and Removing a Memory CardMake sure to initialize all memory cards before using them with this camcorder (33).1 Turn off the c

33IMPORTANTMemory cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable. Inserting a memory card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunc

Preparations34 [ MENU] [ MEMORY OPER.] [INITIALIZE] The memory you want to initialize Initialization method [YES]* [OK] * Press to cancel the c

35VideoThis chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, menu options, and memory operations.Shooting Video1 Se

Video36Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)The camcorder offers 5 recording modes. Changing the recording mode will change the recording time

37Zooming mode: In addition to the optical zoom, digital zoom is also available ( 93).12x Optical ZoomMove the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide a

Video382 When you wish to resume recording, open the LCD panel.Within less than 1 second, the indicator will return to green and the camcorder will

39Playing Back the Video1 Set the mode dial to .2 Turn on the camcorder.The scene index screen appears after a few seconds.3 Move ( , ) the selectio

414 Lightning — For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disc

Video40- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.- Do not change the position of the mode dial.• You may not be able to play back

41• You can press on the wireless controller to switch between the original movies index screen and the playlist of the respective memory.1 If the j

Video421 Select the original movies index screen. You can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card.2 Move the zoom leve

432 Select ( ) the playback starting point from the timeline ruler.3 Press to begin the playback.Move ( ) the orange selection frame to the large th

Video44Deleting All ScenesSelect in advance the memory from which you want to delete scenes (39). [ MENU] [ MEMORY OPER.] [DEL.ALL MOVIES] [Y

45Cinema Mode: Giving a Cinematic Look to your RecordingsGive your recordings a cinematic look by using the [ CINE MODE] recording program. Combine t

Video46NOTES• [ NIGHT]- Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.- Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes.- White points may app

47Changing the Shutter Speed and ApertureUse the automatic exposure (AE) program to use functions like the white balance or image effects, or give pri

Video48In mode, when the frame rate is set to [ PF24], the shutter speeds available will be the following: 1/6, 1/12, 1/24, 1/48, 1/60,1/100, 1/250

49You can attach the optional VL-5 Video Light to the mini advanced shoe if you want a more powerful video light than the built-in mini video light. F

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Video50Automatic Backlight Correction and Manual Exposure AdjustmentAt times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or subjects under ve

51Manual Focus AdjustmentAutofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually.• Reflective surfaces• Subjects with low

Video52POINTS TO CHECKSelect a recording mode other than the Special Scene recording programs.Options Default valueFUNC.( 28) [ AUTO] Desired opti

53• Depending on the type of fluorescent light, optimal color balance may not be obtained with [ FLUORESCENT] or [ FLUORESCENT H]. If the color looks

Video54Digital EffectsOptions Default value* Only these digital effects are available in mode.SettingFUNC.( 28) [ D.EFFECT OFF] Desired fader/eff

55NOTES• 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 nor

Video561 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it.If [ MIC] does not appear on the joystick guide, repeatedly push the j

57Using Headphones or an External MicrophoneUsing HeadphonesUse headphones for playback or to check the audio level while recording.The headphones are

Video58Using the DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone Retract the mini advanced shoe cover and attach the optional DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphon

59Creating a PlaylistCreate a playlist to play back only the scenes you prefer and in the order of your choice. Moving or deleting scenes in the playl

6Enjoying High-Definition Video with Your CamcorderPreserve your most treasured memories, be it unforgettable scenery or cherished moments spent with

Video602 Select ( , ) the scene you want to delete.3 Delete the scene. [ DELETE] [YES]Deleting the Entire Playlist [ MENU] [ MEMORY OPER.]

61FUNC.( 28)1 Select one of the index screens of movies recorded in the built-in memory (original movies or playlist). Refer to To select which scenes

62PhotosRefer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – from capturing and playing back images to printing them.Taking Photos1 Set the mode dia

63OptionsImage size options and the approximate number of still images that can be recorded on memory cards of various sizes are given in the followin

Photos64Erasing a Photo Right After Recording ItYou can erase the still image recorded last while reviewing it within the time set for the [REVIEW] op

651 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it.2 Push the joystick ( ) toward .3 Select ( ) [ JUMP 10 IMAGES] or [ JUM

Photos66Magnifying Photos during PlaybackDuring playback, still images can be magnified up to 5 times.1 Move the zoom lever toward T.• The image is ma

67FlashYou can use the flash to record still images in dark places. The flash features the red-eye reduction function.Options Default value1 If the j

Photos68• We recommend not using the flash while the optional Wide-converter or Tele-converter is attached; its shadow can appear on the screen.Drive

691Press halfway to activate the autofocus.2 Press fully and hold it pressed down.A series of still images will be recorded as long as you hold the

7What is so special about recording on flash memory?Your videos and photos are recorded in the built-in memory or on a memory card (SD or SDHC card2)

Photos70Options Default valueFUNC.( 28) [ EVALUATIVE] Desired option Histogram DisplayWhen viewing still images you can display the histogram and th

71 [ MENU] [ SYSTEM SETUP] [IMG QUALITY] Desired image quality* * The number displayed at the bottom indicates the approximate number of images that

Photos72Copying a Single Image [ COPY] [YES] Copying Images from the Index ScreenOptions1 Move the zoom lever toward W. The still image index scree

73Printing Photos (Direct Print)The camcorder can be connected to any PictBridge-compatible printer. You can mark in advance the still images you want

Photos74• For best performance, we recommend keeping the number of images on the memory card under 100.Printing with the (Print/Share) ButtonYou can

75Printing after Changing the Print Settings1 If the joystick guide does not appear on screen, press to display it.2 Push the joystick ( ) toward .

Photos76If an error occurs while printing, an error message, for example [NO PAPER], will appear on the camcorder. Solve the problem referring to the

775 Press to return to the print settings menu.• The print area selected will be indicated by a green frame within the still image's thumbnail.

Photos78Printing the Still Images Marked with Print OrdersFUNC.( 28)1 Connect the camcorder to the printer using the supplied USB cable.Connection .

79External ConnectionsThis chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer.* When connecting a cab

8Table of contentsIntroduction ______________________________6 Enjoying High-Definition Video with Your Camcorder12 About this Manual13 Getting to Kno

External Connections80Connection DiagramsConnections that can be used to connect the camcorder to a TV are listed in falling order of picture quality.

81Connection Type: Analog Quality: Standard definition Output onlyConnect to a standard TV or a VCR with audio/video input terminals. Change the f

External Connections82Connect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV using one of the high-defini

83Backing Up Your Recordings on a ComputerMovies recorded with this camcorder are saved on the memory card or in the built-in memory. Because space on

External Connections84For important information on handling your discs, refer to Cautions on handling.Options for creating AVCHD discs ( mode)* Sele

85(erasing the previous content of the disc), press , select [YES] and press again.4 Press the start button on the DVD burner.• A progress bar will

External Connections86Playing Back AVCHD Discs Using the DW-100 DVD BurnerYou can use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner and the camcorder also to play ba

87ConnectingConnect the camcorder to the VCR using Connection . Refer to Connection Diagrams ( 80). Recording1 External device: Load a blank cassette

External Connections88• The direct transfer menu appears on the camcorder screen and the button lights up.Windows users only: The first time you conn

89Transferring Still ImagesAutomatic Transfer OptionsAll the relevant still images will be transferred to the computer in one batch and their thumbnai

9Table of contentsVideo ____________________________________35 Basic Recording35 Shooting Video36 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)37 Zoomi

External Connections90Transfer OrdersYou can mark in advance the still images you want to transfer to the computer as transfer orders. You can set tra

91Additional InformationThis chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen messages, handling and maintenance tips, and other information.Menu items

Additional Information92Setup MenusFUNC. Menu - Playback Modes1Option available only from the original movies index screen. 2Option available only fro

93Setup MenusCamera S etup (Digital Zoom, Ima ge Stabilizer, etc.)CAMERA SETUP* Option available only when the drive mode is set to [ SINGLE].[D.ZOOM

Additional Information94[FOCUS ASSIST]: The focus assist function magnifies the image that appears at the center of the screen to help you focus manua

95[WIND SCREEN]: The camcorder automatically reduces the background sound of wind when recording outdoors.• Some low-frequency sounds will be suppress

Additional Information96Display Setup (LCD Brightness, Language, etc.) DISPLAY SETUP[BRIGHTNESS]: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.• Changing

97[DEMO MODE]: The demonstration mode displays the camcorder's main features. It starts automatically when the camcorder is powered with the comp

Additional Information98[WL.REMOTE]: Allows the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller.[BEEP]: A beep will accompany some operations li

99[USB SETTING]: Select the connection protocol to use when connecting the camcorder to an external device using the USB cable.[ DVD BURNER]: To conn