Canon R-F10 Instruction Manual

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10  Table of contents Introduction7 Exciting Features and New Functions14 About this Manual16 Getting to Know the Camcorder16 Supplied Accessories a

100  PhotosPrinting PhotosPrinting Photos (Direct Print)The camcorder can be connected to any PictBridge-compatible printer. You can mark in advance

Photos  101- Removing all print ordersNOTES• will appear for photos that cannot be printed. • We recommend powering the camcorder using the compact

102  PhotosOptions[Paper Size]*Available paper sizes vary depending on the printer model.[Paper Type]*Select [Photo], [Fast Photo], [Plain] or [Defau

Photos  103NOTES•Print setting options and [Default] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the printer’s instruction ma

104  PhotosPOINTS TO CHECK•Only photos on the memory card can be set for print orders.Marking Single Photos with Print Orders1 In single photo view,

Photos  105OptionsNOTES• / To set print orders set for photos recorded in the built-in memory, copy the photos to the memory card in advance.[Indivi

106  External ConnectionsExternal ConnectionsThis chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer

External Connections  107Connection DiagramsIn the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right si

108  External ConnectionsConnection Type: Analog Quality: High definition Output onlyConnect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with component video

External Connections  109NOTES• / To be able to write back scenes and to transfer music files from the computer to the camcorder, power the camcorde

Table of contents  11 Video40 Basic Recording40 Shooting Video41 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)42 Zooming43 Quick Start Function45 Bas

110  External ConnectionsPlayback on a TV ScreenConnect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV u

External Connections  111Saving and Sharing Your RecordingsSaving Recordings on a ComputerMovies and photos recorded with this camcorder are saved in

112  External Connections Refer to Starting CameraWindow.Using the software1 Power the camcorder with the compact power adapter.2 Set the camcorder t

External Connections  113NOTES• Refer also to the computer’s instruction manual.• Users of Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP and Mac OS X: Your ca

114  External ConnectionsPreparations on the CamcorderWhen creating AVCHD discs, select which scenes to add to the disc. When you create an AVCHD dis

External Connections  115• After the disc is recognized, an information screen will display the type of DVD you are creating and the estimated time a

116  External Connections- AVCHD discs created using the optional DW-100 DVD Burner can be played back only with AVCHD-compatible DVD players or Blu-

External Connections  117Even without a computer, you can convert your video recordings into standard definition scenes and create DVDs using the opt

118  External ConnectionsOptionsTo select the bit rateUsing a higher bit rate will result in better video quality for the con-verted scenes.To embed

External Connections  119• You can play back the converted scenes from the [For DVD (SD-VIDEO)] index screen on the memory card. Open the original mo

12  Table of contents Photos86 Basic Recording86 Taking Photos87 Selecting Photo Size and Quality89 Basic Playback89 Viewing Photos90 Deleting Photo

120  External Connections2 Open the [For DVD (SD-VIDEO)] index screen on the memory card.• Open the original movies index screen on the memory card,

External Connections  121Creating Photo DVDsUsing the optional DW-100 DVD Burner, you can create Photo DVDs, which are standard DVDs that contain all

122  External ConnectionsPlaying Back Discs Using the DW-100 DVD BurnerYou can use the optional DW-100 DVD Burner and the camcorder also to play back

External Connections  123•The camcorder’s menus cannot be accessed while the camcorder is connected to the DVD burner.• With the exception of fast pl

124  External ConnectionsRecording1 External device: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the device to record pause mode.2 Turn on the camcorder an

External Connections  125 Use the supplied software ImageMixer 3 SE to upload your vid-eos to the Web.InstallationSee ‘PIXELA Applications’ Installat

126  External Connections•Press and then select [OK] to interrupt the operation while it is in progress.6 When the conversion is completed, a confi

External Connections  127• The time required to convert scenes is approximately equal to the scene’s total running time. Because conversion generally

128  External ConnectionsUploading your Videos WirelesslyIf you are using an Eye-Fi card, you can automatically upload the mov-ies from the [For Web

External Connections  129NOTES• Depending on the amount of data to be transferred or wireless signal conditions, uploading may take a long time. In a

Table of contents  13 Additional Information130 Appendix: Menu Options Lists130 FUNC. Menu132 Setup Menus143 Onscreen Icons and Displays147 Trouble?

130  Additional InformationAdditional InformationThis chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen mes-sages, handling and maintenance tips, and o

Additional Information  131Setup MenusFUNC. Menu (Playback Modes) (movie playback), (playback of video snapshot scenes): - available only in the ori

132  Additional Information1/ Available only for photos on the memory card.2Available only for scenes in the built in memory.Setup Menus Camera Setu

Additional Information  133[Frame Rate]: Selects the frame rate to be used when recording.[ PF30]: 30 frames per second, progressive. Use this frame

134  Additional Information*For movies only.[Digital Zoom]: Determines the operation of the digital zoom. The color of the indicator indi-cates the z

Additional Information  135• When [Image Stabilizer] is set to [ Dynamic], if the background’s movement does not appear natural, select [ Standard] o

136  Additional Information[Onscreen Markers]: You can display a grid or a horizontal line at the cen-ter of the screen. Use the markers as a referen

Additional Information  137[ Camera Data]: Displays the aperture (f-stop) and shutter speed used when recording the scene.[USB Connection Type]: Sele

138  Additional Information[LCD Screen Dimmer]: When set to [ On], the LCD screen is dimmed. Doing so is ideal when using the camcorder in locations

Additional Information  1391Option not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using an HDMI cable. 2Option available only from the orig

14  IntroductionAbout this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF R11 / VIXIA HF R10 / VIXIA HF R100. Please read this manual carefully be

140  Additional Information• Depending on the TV set, additional settings may be required on the TV itself to activate the HDMI-CEC function. Refer t

Additional Information  141 Language and Date/Time Setup[Date Format]: Select the date format to be used for most on-screen dis-plays, and (if select

142  Additional Information[Memory Info]/[Memory Card Info]: Displays a screen where you can ver-ify how much of the built-in memory or the memory ca

Additional Information  143Appendix: Onscreen Icons and DisplaysRecording Movies1 Operating mode ( 27)2 Recording program ( 55, 57)3 White balance (

144  Additional InformationRecording PhotosSg Zoom ( 42), Exposure ( 60)Sh Photo quality/size ( 87)Sj Self timer ( 59)Sk Number of available photos

Additional Information  145* The light metering mode cannot be changed. Viewing PhotosDh Histogram ( 95)Dj Current photo / Total number of photosDk P

146  Additional InformationMemory operationRecord, Record pause, Playback, Playback pause, Fast playback, Fast reverse playback, Slow playback,

Additional Information  147Trou b le?Troubles hootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Some-times what you think is a

148  Additional InformationRecordingPressing will not start recording.- You cannot record while the camcorder is writing previous recordings onto t

Additional Information  149Cannot move scenes in the playlist.- The memory is full. Delete some recordings ( 53, 90) or initialize the memory ( 38) t

Introduction  15Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)The camcorder offers 4 recording modes. Changing the recording mode will change the recor

150  Additional InformationIndicators and Onscreen Displays lights up in red.- Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. lights

Additional Information  151Screen displays turn on and off repeatedly.- The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.- Remove th

152  Additional Information- The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set [Photo Number-ing] to [Reset] and insert a new memor

Additional Information  153- Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. After a short while, turn it on again and restore the connection.-

154  Additional InformationBack up recordings regularly- This message may appear when you turn on the camcorder. In the event of a malfunction, recor

Additional Information  155Cannot play back- There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Can

156  Additional InformationCannot record movies on this memory card- Movies cannot be recorded on a 64 MB or smaller memory card. Use a recommended m

Additional Information  157Use the computer’s Safely Remove Hardware function to end the connection and disconnect the USB cable before using the cam

158  Additional InformationMemory card is write-protected- The LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the posi-t

Additional Information  159Some photos could not be deleted- Protected photos ( ) cannot be deleted. Remove the protection ( 96).Some scenes could n

16  IntroductionGetting to Know the Camco rderSupplied Accessories and CD-ROMsThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:* CA-590E in

160  Additional Information- If a dialog box appeared on the computer screen, close it. Disconnect the USB cable, and restore the connection after a

Additional Information  161No disc- Insert a disc into the DVD burner.- This message can appear also if condensation has formed ( 167). Wait until th

162  Additional InformationLow ink level- The ink cartridge needs to be replaced soon. Select [Continue] to restart printing.No ink- The ink cartridg

Additional Information  163Do’s an d Don ’tsHandling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum per-formance.

164  Additional Information • When recording movies, try to get a calm, stable picture. Excessive camcorder movement while shooting and extensive use

Additional Information  165About the battery terminal coverThe battery terminal cover has a [ ]-shaped hole. This is useful when you wish to differen

166  Additional Information Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryThe camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and

Additional Information  167Maintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body•Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated c

168  Additional Information • Remove the memory card and battery pack. Then, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust gradual

Additional Information  169General InformationAccessoriesOptional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages.*

Introduction  17The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:• PIXELA Application - Disc 1 CD-ROM* and ‘PIXELA Applications’ In

170  Additional Information Optional AccessoriesCall or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accesso-ries. You can also obtain ge

Additional Information  171Recording and Playback TimesRecording and playback times given in the following tables are approxi-mate and vary according

172  Additional Information CBC-NB2 Car Battery ChargerUse the car battery charger to charge battery packs on the go. The car battery charger’s cabl

Additional Information  173Product CodesProvided AccessoriesCA-590 Compact Power Adapter D85-1671-000BP-2L5 Battery Pack D85-1632-000STV-250N Stereo

174  Additional Information SpecificationsVIXIA HF R11 / VIXIA HF R10 / VIXIA HF R100System• Recording SystemMovies: AVCHD Video compression: MPEG-4

Additional Information  175Effective pixels (all figures are approximate values)Movies: 1,040,000 pixels (optical zoom, [Image Stabilizer] set to [Dy

176  Additional Information Power/Others• Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter)• Power consumption: 2.8 W (S

Additional Information  177About the music filesThe specifications of the music files compatible with the camcorder are as follows.Audio encoding: Li

178  Additional InformationIndex24p Cinema Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57AAbroad, using the camcorder . . . . 168Aspect ratio of a connected TV

Additional Information  179IImage effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Image stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133Index screen . . . .

18  IntroductionNames of Parts1 (camera/play) button ( 29)2 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (58)3 / WEB button ( 124)4 button ( 27)// INDEX SEL

180  Additional InformationTTel ep ho to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Time zone/DST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Timeline . . . . .

181CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATESThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc.

182 LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA STORED ON THE EQUIPMENT’S HARD DRIVE, OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL,

183CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“Canon Canada”) with r

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Introduction  19As Zoom lever ( 42)Ad PHOTO button ( 86)Af POWER buttonAg ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:Green – OnOrange – Standby ( 43)Red – Charg

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

20  IntroductionShTripod socket ( 163)Sj Memory card slot (36)SkBattery compartmentSl Battery release latchDq Battery compartment cover/Memory card s

Preparations  21PreparationsThis chapter describes basic operations, such as navigating the menus, and first time settings to help you learn more abo

22  Preparations3 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it.4 Remove the battery terminal cover from the battery pack.5 Inse

Preparations  23To remove the battery pack1 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it.2 Press the battery release latch and

24  Preparations• We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.• USA and Canada only: The Li

Preparations  25To attach an optional wrist strapPass the attaching end of the wrist strap through the rear bracket on the cam-corder, thread the wri

26  PreparationsNOTES• About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-pre-cision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% o

Preparations  27Basic Operation of the CamcorderOperating ModesRecordingThe camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos: Smart AU

28  Preparations•When shooting in mode, the camcorder will automatically detect certain characteristics of the subject, background, lighting condit

Preparations  29NOTES• In mode, menus cannot be accessed but the following settings can be changed in advance.- Recording mode of movies- Size/quali

3The 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:

30  PreparationsNOTES• / When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used for recording.Joystick

Preparations  31Using the MenusMany of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menus that open after pressing . In mode, menus cannot b

32  PreparationsSelecting an Option from the Setup Menus1Press .2 Select ( , ) [ Menu] and press to open the setup menus.You can also hold pres

Preparations  33First Time SettingsSetting the Date and TimeYou will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. Th

34  PreparationsChanging the LanguageThe default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 22 other languages.NOTES•The displays

Preparations  35Using a Memory CardMemory Cards Compatible for Use with the CamcorderYou can use commercially available SDHC (SD high capacity) mem

36  PreparationsInserting and Removing a Memory CardMake sure to initialize ( 38) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder.1 Turn off t

Preparations  37/ Selecting the Memory for the RecordingsYou can select to record your movies and photos in the built-in mem-ory or on a memory card

38  Preparations* The approximate available recording time will now reflect the combined space in the built-in memory and memory card.NOTES• Any of t

Preparations  39*Press to cancel the complete initialization while it is in progress. All recordings will be erased and the memory can be used with

4 In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” or “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF R11 A / VIXIA HF R10 A / VIXIA HF R100 A a

40  VideoVideoThis chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, advanced functions and playlist and scene oper

Video  41•Be sure to save your recordings regularly ( 111), especially after mak-ing important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or

42  VideoZoomingThe camcorder offers optical (20x) and digital (400x) zoom. You can turn on the digital zoom with the [Digital Zoom] setting.Move

Video  43• In mode, you can also set [Zoom Speed] to one of three constant speeds (3 is the fastest, 1 the slowest).• When [Zoom Speed] is set to

44  Video• The camcorder will shut off if left in standby mode for 10 minutes, regardless of the [Power Saving Mode] setting. Press to turn on t

Video  45Basic PlaybackPlaying Back the Video1Press .•The original movies index screen will appear in most cases.• If a photo appears in single photo

46  VideoIMPORTANT•Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss

Video  47Skipping scenesOpen ( ) the joystick guide Select ( ) the middle row Push the joystick () toward * to skip to the beginning of the curr

48  Video1 In the index screen, move ( ) the orange selection frame to the tabs on the top of the screen.2 Select ( ) the tab corresponding to the re

Video  49/For scenes in the built-in memory: press For scenes on the memory card: press and then select [Playlist].Press .To open the index screen

520 Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short

50  Video• / You can select the original movies in the built-in memory or on the memory card.•You can press to open the index screen for video sna

Video  51•The list of recordings displays all dates in which recordings were made. An orange selection frame appears on the day.• The thumbnail shows

52  VideoNOTES•You can press to return to the normal index screen at any time.Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index ScreenYou can select in advan

Video  534 Press twice to close the menu.To cancel all the selectionsNOTES•The pre-selection of scenes/photos will be canceled if you turn off the

54  VideoThis step is not necessary to delete all scenes or previously s elected scenes.3 Delete the scene(s). *If you selected any option other than

Video  55Advanced FunctionsProgrammed AE and Special Scene Recording ProgramsThe recording program determines how much control you have over the camc

56  Video[Sports]To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf.[Snow]To record in bright ski resorts without the subject being underexposed.[ Beach]

Video  57NOTES• [ Portrait]/[ Sports]/[ Snow]/[ Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback.• [ Portrait]: The blur effect of the backg

58  VideoTo change the frame rateVideo SnapshotRecord a series of short scenes. Play your video snapshot scenes set to your favorite music ( 74) to c

Video  59Pre-recording FunctionThe camcorder will start recording 3 seconds before you press , ensuring you do not miss important shooting opportuni-

6 The adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. For areas where 120 V AC power is not used, you will need a special plug adap

60  VideoFor movies: Press .The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen.For photos: Press , fir

Video  61•The adjustment range and the length of the exposure adjustment indicator will vary depending on the initial brightness of the picture.• If

62  Video• The center of the screen will be magnified to help you focus more easily. You can also turn off this function with the [Focus Assistan

Video  63To select the main subjectIf there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will auto-matically select one person it determines

64  Video* When you select [ Custom WB], do not press and continue instead with the following procedure.To set the custom white balance 1 Point the

Video  65Image EffectsYou can use the image effects to change the color saturation and con-trast to record movies and photos with special color effec

66  VideoOptions ( Default value)Applying the Selected Digital Effect1 Open ( ) the joystick guide.2 Select ( ) [ Digital Effects] and press .• The

Video  67• Faders cannot be used when recording video snapshot scenes or when pre-recording is activated.On-Screen Displays and Data CodeYou can turn

68  VideoAudio Recording LevelYou can adjust the audio recording level of the built-in or an external microphone. You can display the audio level ind

Video  69NOTES• When the audio level meter reaches the red point (0 dB mark), the sound may be distorted.• If the audio level is too high and the sou

7Exciting Features and New FunctionsHigh-Definition VideoYour camcorder’s high-definition image sensor (HD CMOS) captures video at a resolution of 1

70  VideoIn mode, and in mode during slideshow playback, adjust the headphones volume the same way you adjust the speaker’s volume ( 45).IMPORTAN

Video  71NOTES• When an external microphone is connected to the camcorder, [Wind Screen] will automatically be set to [ Off ].• If the audio le

72  Video3 Select ( ) the playback starting point from the timeline ruler.4 Press to begin the playback.To select another scene Move ( ) the orange

Video  733 Select ( ) the playback starting point from the segment ruler.4 Press to begin the playback. You can select another scene and move betwe

74  VideoScene and Playlist OperationsPlaying Back Recordings Set to Background MusicYou can play back video snapshot scenes, scenes in the playlist

Video  75•You can press to listen to the track selected. Press to stop the playback.• Select [Off] to play back scenes with their original sound or

76  Video•You can press to open the index screen for video snapshot scenes.2 Activate the external audio input.3 Connect the external player to the

Video  77NOTES•You can also add to the playlist just the video snapshot scenes you want to watch and arrange their playback order.•Initializing a mem

78  VideoDividing ScenesYou can divide scenes (original scenes only) in order to leave out the best parts and later cut out the rest.1 Open the origi

Video  79-Video snapshot scenes and other scenes that are too short (less than 3 seconds).- Scenes that were edited using the supplied software Image

8 Smart AUTO (27)Smart AUTO automatically selects the best settings for the scene you want to shoot. You get spectacular recordings every time withou

80  Video• When the operation is completed [Scene(s) added to the playlist] will be displayed.• / Scenes are added to the playlist on the same memory

Video  81*If you selected [All Scenes], you can press to interrupt the operation while it is in progress. Some scenes will be deleted nevertheless.

82  VideoCapturing Video Snaps hot Scenes from a MovieCapture a series of video snapshot scenes from a movie you have pre-viously recorded.1 Play bac

Video  83/ Copying Scenes to a Memory CardYou can copy original movies or the entire playlist only from the built-in memory to the corresponding loc

84  VideoOptionsCopying the Entire Playlist1 Open the index screen of the built-in memory’s playlist.•In the original movies index screen, select the

Video  85NOTES• If the memory card slot cover is open, or the LOCK switch on the mem-ory card is set to prevent writing, you will not be able to copy

86  PhotosPhotosRefer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – taking photos and playing them back, capturing photos from video and printing

Photos  87IMPORTANT•Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data los

88  PhotosNOTES• The actual number of photos that can be recorded will vary depending on the subject and shooting conditions.•The camcorder retains t

Photos  89Basic PlaybackViewing Photos1Press .•The original movies index screen will appear in most cases.• If a photo appears in single photo view,

9Enjoying your Recordings on Other DevicesAVCHDMPEG-2SD-VideoEye-FiSDConnect the camcorder to an HDTV ( 110)Connect the camcorder to the optional DW

90  PhotosPhoto Jump FunctionWhen you have recorded a large number of photos, you can jump 10 or 100 photos at a time.1 Open ( ) the joystick guide.2

Photos  91[ Delete] appears on the screen.2 S elect ( ) the photo you want to delete and press .3 S elect ( ) [Yes] and press to delete the photo.

92  PhotosMagnifying Photos during PlaybackIn single photo view, photos can be magnified up to 5 times. will appear for photos that cannot be enlar

Photos  93Additional FunctionsSlideshowYou can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music ( 74).1 Open the photo index screen.2 Sele

94  PhotosTo change the slideshow’s transition effectsOptions( Default value)NOTES•The back ground music may not be played back correctly when playi

Photos  95Histogram DisplayIn single photo view, you can display the histogram and the icons of all the functions used at the time of recording. Use

96  Photos2 Pause the playback at the point you want to capture.3Press fully.IMPORTANT• When capturing photos on an Eye-Fi card, photos will be uplo

Photos  97Protecting Photos from the Index Screen1 Open the photo index screen. / You can select the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory

98  PhotosIn the index screen, select the tab under the icon and move the zoom lever toward T to return to single photo view.2 Open the photo sel

Photos  99OptionsIMPORTANT•Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent d