Canon LEGRIA HF G40 User Manual

PUB. DIE-0482-000HD CamcorderQuick GuideThis guide introduces only basic functions. To download the Instruction Manual, which contains more advanced i

10Onscreen Icons and Displays Playing movies (during playback)Fj / Slow/Fast motion rate (; 47)Fk Playback control buttons (A 19)Fl Scene numberGq Fi

11Charging the Battery Packstep 1Charging the Battery PackThe camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter

12Basic PreparationsIMPORTANT• When using the AC adapter, do not fix it permanently to one place as this may cause a malfunction.• Do not connect to t

13Using a Memory Card2Fasten the grip belt.Adjust it so you can reach the zoom rocker with your index finger, and Y with your thumb.3Open the OLED pan

14Setting the Date/Time and Language3Insert the memory card into one of the memory card slots and close the double memory card slot cover.1 Push the m

15Setting the Date/Time and Language2Change the date/time.1 Touch a field you want to change.2 Touch [Î] or [Í] to change the field.3Select your prefe

16Shooting Video and Taking Photosbasic recordingShooting Video and Taking PhotosIn mode you can easily record movies and photos. You do not need to

17Shooting Video and Taking PhotosYou can also set the recording mode (video and audio quality). For AVCHD movies, you can select up to 28 Mbps, with

18Playing Back Movies and Viewing Photos• In most situations, keep at least 60 cm away from the subject. The minimum focusing distance at full wide an

19Playing Back Movies and Viewing Photos2Change the index screen, if necessary.Movies: Touch the index screen button ([6 ·]) to open the index selecti

2Important Usage InstructionsImportant Usage InstructionsCOPYRIGHT WARNING:Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights

20Playback on a TV ScreenYou can wirelessly upload recordings to an iOS device or Android device, view recordings from the Web browser of your smartph

21Saving Your RecordingsNOTES• The illustrations are for reference only. The layout of terminals on your TV may be different.• We recommend powering t

22Abridged Specifications- For photos. This software allows you to save photos to a computer. Refer to Saving Photos to a Computer (; 111).specificati

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3Important Usage InstructionsPrecautions About the Battery PackDANGER!Treat the battery pack with care.• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).

4Important Usage InstructionsTrademark Acknowledgements• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks o

5Package contentsPackage contents• CA-570 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord and ferrite core) [1]• BP-820 Battery Pack• WL-D89 Wireless Controll

6Table of ContentsTable of Contents05 Package contents07 Onscreen Icons and Displays11 Charging the Battery Pack12 Basic Preparations13 Using a Memory

7Onscreen Icons and DisplaysintroductionOnscreen Icons and DisplaysRecording movies mode1 Control button [FUNC.]: Open the FUNC. panel (; 28)2 Smart A

8Onscreen Icons and DisplaysAkFrame rate, recording mode and movie format for dual recording (; 45)Al Zebra pattern (; 64)Sq Conversion lens (Wide att

9Onscreen Icons and DisplaysRecording movies mode modeSh Recording program (; 62, 64, 69)Sj Exposure compensation: Correct the exposure manually for