Canon camcorder VIXIA HF G10 User Manual

							Using Headphones
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Using Headphones
Use headphones for playback or to check the audio level while recording. The headphones are 
connected to the AV OUT/X 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  X (headphones) output.
* Headphones can be used also in   mode but the function of the terminal cannot be changed in 
this mode. Change the setting in advance in one of the other operating modes.
1 Open the [AV/Headphones] screen.
[FUNC.]  [MENU]   6  [AV/Headphones]
• Touching [FUNC.] is necessary only when performing the procedure in a recording mode.
2 Touch [Headphones] and then touch [f ].
3 Connect the headphones to the AV OUT/ X terminal.
4 Back in the menu, touch [Volume].
5Touch [ c] or [ d] to adjust the volume and then touch [ a].
• You can also drag your finger along the [Headphones] bar.
•J  will appear on the screen.
To adjust the volume during playback
In   mode, and in   mode during slideshow playback, adjust the headphones volume the 
same way you adjust the speaker’s volume ( 088).
IMPORTANT
• When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume to an appropriate level.
• Do not connect the headphones to the AV OUT/ X terminal if the  J icon does not appear on the 
screen. The noise output in such case may be harmful to your hearing.
NOTES
• Use commercially available headphones with a  ∅3.5 mm minijack.
• Even if [AV/Headphones] was set to [ J Headphones] in a playback mode, the function of the AV 
OUT/ X terminal will return automatically to AV output when you turn off the camcorder.
Operating modes:
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							Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
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Using the Mini Advanced Shoe
Using the mini advanced shoe, you can attach to the camcorder a range of optional accessories to 
expand its functionality. For details about optional accessories available for use with your camcorder, 
refer to Accessories  (0 169). For details about how to attach and use the accessories, refer also to 
the instruction manual of the accessory used.
1 Open the mini advanced shoe cover.
2 Attach the optional accessory to the mini advanced  shoe. 
• When a compatible accessory is attached to the mini 
advanced shoe,   will appear on the screen.
NOTES
• Accessories designed for the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be used with this  camcorder. Look for video accessories bearing this logo to ensure compatibility with 
the  mini advanced shoe .
Example: Attaching an optional DM-100 
Directional Stereo Microphone.
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							Using an External Microphone
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Using an External Microphone
When recording in very quiet surroundings, the built-in microphone may pick up the sound of the 
camcorder’s internal machinery. When recording outside, the built-in microphone may pick up 
excessive noise from wind. In such cases, we recommend using an external microphone with a wind 
screen.
Using the SM-V1 Surround Microphone or DM-100 Directional Stereo 
Microphone
Using the SM-V1 you can add a sense of depth and presence to your recordings with 5.1ch surround 
sound. Using the DM-100 you can accurately record audio coming directly from the direction you are 
recording. In either case, to reduce the amount of noise due to wind, we recommend that you use the 
wind screen supplied with the microphone.
Attach the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone or DM-100 Directional Stereo Microphone 
to the mini advanced shoe.
Refer to  Using the Mini Advanced Shoe  (0 72). 
 will appear on the screen. For details about using the 
optional external microphone, refer to the instruction manual of 
the accessory used.
Using the WM-V1 Wireless Microphone
Using the WM-V1 you can reliably record sound even when recording subjects at a distance 
exceeding the practical range of the built-in microphone. You can also mix and record audio from the 
WM-V1 with audio from the built-in microphone.
1 Attach the receiver to the camcorder’s grip belt.
Operating modes:
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							Using an External Microphone
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2 Connect the receiver to the camcorder’s MIC terminal.
3 If necessary, activate the audio mix function (070) and adjust the audio mix balance.
4 Attach the microphone (transmitter) to the subject.
• For details about using the WM-V1, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the microphone.
Using Commercially Available Microphones
You can also use commercially available condenser microphones with their own power supply. You 
can connect almost any stereo microphone with a  ∅3.5 mm plug but audio recording levels may vary.
1 Connect the external microphone to the MIC terminal.
2 Open the [MIC Terminal Input] screen.
[FUNC.]  [MENU]   7   [MIC Terminal Input]
3 Touch [Microphone] and then touch [ a].
• If necessary, activate and adjust the audio mix balance 
(0 70).
NOTES
• When an external microphone is connected to the camcorder,  7   [Wind Screen] will 
automatically be set to [ B Off Z ].
• If the audio level is too high and the sound gets distorted, adjust the audio recording level manually  (0 67).
• When using an external microphone, make sure that the jacket covering above the plug is smaller  than  ∅ 9.5 mm.
• When using the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone: - Change the microphone’s directionality mode with the  7   [Surround Mic Directionality] 
setting.
- You can enjoy the full effect of recordings made with 5.1ch surround sound on HDTVs compatible  with 5.1ch surround sound connected to the camcorder using the supplied HDMI cable. Audio 
output from the AV OUT/ X terminal (including headphone output) will be converted to 2ch 
stereo. The camcorder’s built-in speaker is monaural.
MIC terminal
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							Using an External Video Light
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Using an External Video Light
You can use the optional VL-5 Video Light or VFL-2 Video Flash Light when you need to record movies 
in dark locations.
Attach the optional video light to the mini advanced shoe.
• Refer to Using the Mini Advanced Shoe  (0 72). 
•  will appear on the screen when you turn on the optional video light (ON or AUTO). For details  about using the optional video light, refer to the instruction manual of the accessory used.
• The optional VFL-2 Video Flash Light cannot be used as a flash with this camcorder. Operating modes:
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							Using a Zoom Remote Controller
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Using a Zoom Remote Controller
The optional ZR-2000 or ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller will allow you to use certain functions 
while viewing the picture on an external monitor without touching the camcorder. This is particularly 
useful while the camcorder is mounted on a tripod and you want to ensure maximum stability of a 
shot. 
Connect the optional ZR-2000 or ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller to the REMOTE terminal 
on the camcorder.
For details about using the zoom remote controller, refer to the instruction manual of the ZR-2000 or 
ZR-1000.
NOTES
• In   mode, the only available functions are turning the power on/off, starting/stopping a  recording, and zoom.
Operating modes:
ZR-2000
Functions Available with the Zoom Remote ControllerUsing the ZR-2000 or ZR-1000: turning the power 
on/off, starting/stopping a recording, zoom, 
focus adjustment and displaying on-screen displays on an external monitor.
Using the ZR-2000 only: switching between autofocus and manual focus, Push AF* and focus 
assistance (MAGNIFYING button).
*  The Push AF function allows you to switch to autofocus temporarily during manual focus.
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							Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal
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Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal
You can have the camcorder output and record color bars and a 1 kHz audio reference signal.
1 Open the [Color Bars & Test Tone] screen.
[FUNC.]  [MENU]  8   [ C o l o r  B a r s  &  Te s t  To n e ]
2 Touch the desired option and then touch [ a].
Options
( Default value)
Operating modes:
[ B Off]Select this option if you do not intend to  use the color bars or audio reference signal.
[  Color Bars]Displays a standard SMPTE color bar pattern.
[  Color Bars & Tone]In addition to the color bar pattern, an audio reference signal is output.
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							Video Scopes
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Video Scopes
The camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor. It can also display an edge monitor* to help 
you focus. The video scopes appear only on the LCD screen. They do not appear in the viewfinder or 
on an external monitor.
* The edge monitor looks at the focus of the entire picture and displays the results as a waveform.
Displaying the Waveform Monitor during [AProgrammed AE] Recording 
Program
1 Make sure the recording program is [ AProgrammed AE].
[FUNC.]   [Rec. Programs]   [ AProgrammed AE]
2 Open the exposure adjustment screen.
[FUNC.]  [e Exposure]
3 Touch [ ] (manual adjustment) and then touch [ ] (waveform monitor).
• The waveform monitor will appear in a window on the screen. Touch the window to close it.
• You can adjust the exposure using the dial at the bottom of the screen or by touching inside the 
e  frame ( 059). You can see the results immediately in the waveform monitor.
Displaying the Waveform Monitor during [ yManual Exposure] Recording 
Program
1Open the [ yManual Exposure] screen.
[FUNC.]   [Rec. Programs]   [ yManual Exposure]
2 Touch [ ] (waveform monitor).
• The waveform monitor will appear in a window on the screen. Touch the window to close it.
• You can adjust the exposure by using the controls on the screen ( 058). You can see the results 
immediately in the waveform monitor.
Displaying the Edge Monitor
1 Open the focus adjustment screen.
[FUNC.]  [X Focus]
2 Touch [ ] (manual focus) and then touch [ ] (waveform monitor).
• The edge monitor will appear at the bottom of the screen. Touch the edge monitor to close it.
• You can adjust the focus using the focus dial or by touching the inside the  X frame ( 046). You 
can see the results immediately in the edge monitor.
Operating modes:
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							Video Snapshot
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Video Snapshot
Record a series of short scenes. Then, play back your video snapshot scenes set to your favorite 
music (0111).
The default length of a video snapshot scene is 4 seconds but you can change it to 2 or 8 seconds, or 
to the length recommended for the selected story scene (category) in Story Creator, with the  8  
[Video Snapshot Length] setting.
1 Open the video snapshot screen.
[FUNC.]  [ ZVideo Snapshot]
• Alternatively, you can set an assignable button to [ ZVideo Snapshot] ( 084). Skip to step 3.
2Touch [ AOn]. 
• A blue border appears on the screen.
•Touch [ BOff] to return to normal video recording mode.
3 Press g.
• The camcorder records for a few seconds (the blue frame serves as a visual progress bar) and 
then automatically returns to record pause mode.
• When the camcorder stops recording, the screen will momentarily turn black as if a camera  shutter had released.
NOTES
• Changing the camcorder’s operating mode will deactivate the video snapshot mode. Operating modes:
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							Pre-Recording
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Pre-Recording
The camcorder will start recording 3 seconds before you press g, ensuring you do not miss 
important shooting opportunities. This is especially useful when it is difficult to predict when to start 
recording.
1 Open the pre-recording screen.
[FUNC.]  [d Pre REC]
2Touch [AOn] and then touch [ a].
•d  will appear on the screen.
• Repeat, selecting [ BOff], to turn off pre-recording.
3Press  g . 
• The scene recorded in the memory will start 3 seconds before  g was pressed.
NOTES
• The camcorder will not record the full 3 seconds prior to pressing  g if the button was 
pressed within 3 seconds of having turned on pre-recording or having finished the previous 
recording.
• Any of the following actions will deactivate the pre-recording function. - Leaving the camcorder without any operation for 5 minutes.
- Changing the position of the mode switch.
- Pressing  S.
- Activating video snapshot.
- Setting the camcorder to standby mode.
- Touching any of the following control buttons in the FUNC. panel: [MENU], [Rec. Programs],  [White Balance], [AGC Limit], [Image Stabilizer], [Faders], [Decoration] or [Review Recording].
Operating modes:
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