Canon LEGRIA HF R16 Manuel d'utilisateur

PUB. DIE-0343-000AHD CamcorderInstruction Manual

10  Table of contents Additional Information122 Appendix: Menu Options Lists122 FUNC. Menu125 Setup Menus135 Onscreen Icons and Displays139 Trouble?

100  External ConnectionsConnection DiagramsIn the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right si

External Connections  101Connection Type: Analog Quality: High definition Output onlyConnect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with component video

102  External ConnectionsConnection Type: Digital data connection Output onlyConnect to a computer to save your recordings, to the optional DW-100

External Connections  103Playback on a TV ScreenConnect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV u

104  External ConnectionsSaving and Sharing Your RecordingsSaving Recordings on a ComputerMovies and photos recorded with this camcorder are saved in

External Connections  105Using the software1 Power the camcorder with the compact power adapter.2 Set the camcorder to mode, in single photo view.3

106  External ConnectionsIn such case, select [Skip] to stop the process and use the computer’s Safely Remove Hardware function (Windows) or Eject fu

External Connections  107Connecting to the DW-100 DVD Burner and Creating a Disc1 Turn on the DVD burner. Refer to Creating DVDs.2 Connect the camcor

108  External ConnectionsIMPORTANT•While the camcorder is connected to the DVD burner, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the m

External Connections  109You can complete the conversion to standard definition in the cam-corder and then use the supplied software ImageMixer 3 SE

Introduction  11About this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA HF R18 / LEGRIA HF R17 / LEGRIA HF R16 / LEGRIA HF R106. Please read this

110  External Connections1 If a message appears regarding music files, follow the instructions on the screen.2 This step in not necessary for scenes

External Connections  111-All the selected scenes in the playlist are merged into one converted scene. However, if the converted scene is too large,

112  External Connections•Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator on the camcorder is on or flashing. Failing to do so may resul

External Connections  113NOTES• When the camcorder contains a large number of scenes to be saved on discs, it may take a long time for the connection

114  External Connections- Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.NOTES• If you are creating a Photo DVD from photos on the memory card and th

External Connections  115IMPORTANT• While the camcorder is connected to the DVD burner, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the

116  External ConnectionsIn Standard DefinitionYou can copy your movies by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video recorder with analog

External Connections  117If you are using an Eye-Fi card, after converting your video recordings into standard definition scenes you can upload your

118  External Connections•If a message appears regarding music files, follow the instructions on the screen.•The left side of the screen displays the

External Connections  119NOTES• When converting scenes in the playlist or video snapshot index screen:-The scenes are converted with the selected bac

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

120  External ConnectionsIMPORTANT•While the camcorder is connected to the computer, do not open the memory card slot cover and do not remove the mem

External Connections  121IMPORTANTUsing an Eye-Fi card:•This product is not guaranteed to support Eye-Fi card functions (includ-ing wireless transfer

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

Additional Information  123Setup MenusFUNC. Menu (Playback Modes) (movie playback), (playback of video snapshot scenes): - available only in the or

124  Additional Information1// Available only for photos on the memory card.2Available only for scenes in the built in memory.[Protect] – – – 89[Indi

Additional Information  125Setup Menus Camera Setup 1 ( Mode)[Frame Rate]: Selects the frame rate to be used when recording.[ PF25]: 25 frames per

126  Additional Information* [ 800x] for the .** For movies only.[Digital Zoom]: Determines the operation of the digital zoom. The color of the ind

Additional Information  127• If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate. The image stabil

128  Additional Information[Focus Assistance]: When the focus assistance is activated, the image at the center of the screen is magnified to help you

Additional Information  129[Data Code]: Displays the date and/or time when the scene was recorded.[ Camera Data]: Displays the aperture (f-stop) and

Introduction  13Getting to Know the CamcorderSupplied Accessories and CD-ROMsThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:XCA-590E Com

130  Additional Information[LCD Brightness]: Adjusts the brightness of the LCD screen.• Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect the

Additional Information  1311Option not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using an HDMI cable. 2Option available only from the orig

132  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  133 Language and Date/Time Setup[Date Format]: Select the date format to be used for most on-screen dis-plays, and (if select

134  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  135Appendix: Onscreen Icons and DisplaysRecording Movies1 Operating mode ( 24)2 Recording program ( 52, 54)3 White balance (

136  Additional InformationRecording PhotosSf Zoom ( 39), Exposure ( 57)Sg Photo quality/size ( 80)Sh Self timer ( 56)Sj Number of available photos

Additional Information  137* The light metering mode cannot be changed. Viewing PhotosDf Histogram ( 87)Dg Current photo / Total number of photosDh P

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

Additional Information  139Trou b le?TroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Some-times what you think is a

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

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

Additional Information  141Cannot move scenes in the playlist.- The memory is full. Delete some recordings ( 50, 83) or initialize the memory ( 35) t

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

Additional Information  143Screen displays turn on and off repeatedly.- The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.- Remove th

144  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  145- Disconnect the USB cable and turn off the camcorder. After a short while, turn it on again and restore the connection.-

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

Additional Information  147Cannot play back- There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Can

148  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  149Initialize only using the camcorder- There is a problem with the file system that prevents accessing the selected memory.

Introduction  15Names of Parts1 (camera/play) button ( 26)2 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (55)3 // WEB button ( 116)4 button ( 24)/// INDEX SEL

150  Additional Information- After selecting [Scene Search] [Scenes with Faces], no scenes contain people’s faces or no scenes were recorded using

Additional Information  151This photo could not be deleted- Protected photos ( ) cannot be deleted. Remove the protection ( 89).// This memory card

152  Additional InformationCannot read the disc. Check the disc.- During disc recording mode, this message can appear when a commercially available

Additional Information  153Direct Print Related MessagesData transfer error- Cancel printing, disconnect the USB cable and turn off the printer. Afte

154  Additional InformationPrint head not installed- No print head is installed in the printer or the print head is defective.Printer cover open- Clo

Additional Information  155Do’s and Don ’tsHandling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum per-formance.

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

Additional Information  157About the battery terminal coverThe battery terminal cover has a [ ]-shaped hole. This is useful when you wish to differen

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

Additional Information  159Maintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body•Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated c

16  IntroductionAsZoom lever ( 39)Ad PHOTO button ( 79)Af POWER buttonAg ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:Green – OnOrange – Standby ( 40)Red – Chargi

160  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  161General InformationAccessoriesOptional accessories not listed below are described in more detail in the following pages.*S

162  Additional Information Optional Accessories Battery PacksWhen you need extra battery packs, select the NB-2LH. The supplied BP-2L5 is not availa

Additional Information  163decrease when recording in cold surroundings, when using the brighter screen settings, etc.// Using the built-in memoryUsi

164  Additional Information SC-2000 Soft Carrying CaseA handy camcorder bag with padded compartments and plenty of space for accessories. HTC-100 HD

Additional Information  165SpecificationsLEGRIA HF R18 / LEGRIA HF R17 / LEGRIA HF R16 / LEGRIA HF R106System• Recording SystemMovies: AVCHD Video co

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

Additional Information  167Power/Others• Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (compact power adapter)• Power consumption: 2.7 W (SP

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

Additional Information  169Index25p Cinema Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54AAbroad, using the camcorder . . . . 160Aspect ratio of a connected TV (

Introduction  17Sg Tri pod socket ( 155)Sh Memory card slot (33)SjBattery compartmentSk Battery release latchSl Battery compartment cover/Memory car

170  Additional InformationIImage effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Image stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126Index screen . . . . .

Additional Information  171TTel ep ho to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39Time zone/DST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31Timeline . . . .

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

Preparations  194 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it.5 Remove the battery terminal cover from the battery pack.6 Inse

2 IntroductionImportant Usage InstructionsWARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSI

20  PreparationsTo remove the battery pack1 Slide the battery compartment cover away from the lens and open it.2Press the battery release latch and p

Preparations  21• We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.Preparing the AccessoriesFast

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

Preparations  23NOTES• About the LCD screen: The screen is produced using extremely high-pre-cision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% o

24  PreparationsBasic Operation of the CamcorderOperating ModesRecordingThe camcorder offers two basic modes for recording video and photos: Smart AU

Preparations  25•When shooting in mode, the camcorder will automatically detect certain characteristics of the subject, background, lighting condit

26  PreparationsNOTES• In mode, menus cannot be access ed but the following settings can be changed in advance.- Recording mode of movies- Size/qual

Preparations  27NOTES• // When switching to a playback mode, the memory selected for playback will be the same currently used for recording.Joystick

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

Preparations  29Selecting an Option from the Setup Menus1Press .2 Select ( , ) [ Menu] and press to open the setup menus.You can also hold pres

3European Union (and EEA) only.These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Dir

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

Preparations  31Changing the LanguageThe default language of the camcorder is English. You can set it to one of 23 other languages.NOTES•The displays

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

Preparations  33Inserting and Removing a Memory CardMake sure to initialize ( 35) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder.1 Turn off t

34  Preparations// 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

Preparations  35* The approximate available recording time will now reflect the combined space in the built-in memory and memory card.NOTES• Any of t

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

Video  37VideoThis chapter covers functions related to shooting movies, including recording, playback, advanced functions and playlist and scene oper

38  Video•Be sure to save your recordings regularly ( 104), especially after mak-ing important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or

Video  39ZoomingThe camcorder offers optical (20x) and digital ( // : 400x, : 800x) zoom. You can turn on the digital zoom with the [Digital Zoom

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

40  Video• 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

Video  41• 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

42  VideoBasic PlaybackPlaying Back the Video1Press .• The original movies index screen will appear in most cases.• If a photo appears in single phot

Video  43IMPORTANT•Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss

44  VideoSkipping scenesOpen ( ) the joystick guide Select ( ) the middle row Push the joystick () toward * to skip to the beginning of the curre

Video  451 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

46  Video//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

Video  47• // 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

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

Video  49NOTES•You can press to return to the normal index screen at any time.Pre-selecting Recordings from the Index ScreenYou can select in advan

5Smart AUTO (24)Smart AUTO automatically selects the best settings for the scene you want to shoot. Yo u g et spectacular recordings every time wit

50  Video4 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

Video  51This step is not necessary to delete all scenes or previously selected scenes.3 Delete the scene(s). *If you selected any option other than

52  VideoAdvanced FunctionsProgrammed AE and Special Scene Recording ProgramsThe recording program determines how much control you have over the camc

Video  53[Sports]To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf.[Snow]To record in bright ski resorts without the subject being underexpos ed.[ Beach

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

Video  55To change the frame rateVideo SnapshotRecord a series of short scenes. Play your video snapshot scenes set to your favorite music ( 69) to c

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

Video  57For movies: Press .The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown. The countdown appears on the screen.For photos: Press , fir

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

Video  59• 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

6 Enjoying your Recordings on Other DevicesAVCHDMPEG-2SD-VideoEye-FiSDConnect the camcorder to an HDTV ( 103)Connect the camcorder to the optional DW

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

Video  61* When you select [ Custom WB], do not press and continue instead with the following procedure.To set the custom white balance 1 Point the

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

Video  63Options ( Default value)Applying the Selected Digital Effect1 Open ( ) the joystick guide.2 Select ( ) [ Digital Effects] and press .• The

64  Video• Faders cannot be used when recording video snapshot scenes or when pre-recording is activated.On-Screen Dis plays and Data CodeYou can tur

Video  65Audio Recording LevelYou can adjust the audio recording level of the built-in microphone. You can display the audio level indicator while re

66  VideoNOTES• 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

Video  673 Select ( ) the playback starting point from the timeline ruler.4 Press to begin the playback.To select another scene Move ( ) the orange

68  Video3 Select ( ) the playback starting point from the segment ruler.4 Press to begin the playback. You can select another scene and move betwe

Video  69Scene and Playlist OperationsPlaying Back Recordings Set to Background MusicYou can play back video snapshot scenes, scenes in the playlist

Table of contents  7 Introduction4 Exciting Features and New Functions11 About this Manual13 Getting to Know the Camcorder13 Supplied Accessories an

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

Video  71• Mac OS users: Use the Finder to transfer music files from the [MUSIC] folder on the supplied Camcorder Supplemental Disc to the memory car

72  Video4 Select ( ) the icon and press to divide the scene.5 Select ( ) [Yes] and press .The video from the division point to the end of the s

Video  732 Select ( , ) the scene you want to add to the playlist, or a scene recorded on the date you want to add to the playlist.3 Add the scene(s

74  VideoDeleting Scenes from the PlaylistDeleting scenes from the playlist will not affect your original recordings.1 Open the playlist index screen

Video  75• To open the playlist index screen from the original movies index screen:- // For scenes in the built-in memory, press . For scenes on the

76  Video• // The captured video snapshot scene is saved to the same memory that contains the movie.•Video snapshot scenes cannot be captured from an

Video  773 Copy the scene(s).*Press to interrupt the operation while it is in progress.OptionsCopying the Entire Playlist1 Open the index screen of

78  Video-Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.- Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.NOTES• If the memory card slot

Photos  79PhotosRefer to this chapter for details on shooting photos – taking photos and playing them back, capturing photos from video and printing

8  Table of contents Video37 Basic Recording37 Shooting Video38 Selecting the Video Quality (Recording Mode)39 Zooming40 Quick Start Function42 Basi

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

Photos  81NOTES• The actual number of photos that can be recorded will vary depending on the subject and shooting conditions.•The camcorder retains t

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

Photos  83Photo 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

84  PhotosUsing the FUNC. Menu 1 In single photo view, open the photo selection screen.[ Delete] appears on the screen.2 Select ( ) the photo you wa

Photos  85OptionsIMPORTANT• Be careful when deleting photos. Deleted photos cannot be recovered.•Protected photos cannot be deleted.Magnifying Photos

86  PhotosAdditional FunctionsSlideshowYou can play a slideshow of all the photos and even set it to music ( 69).1 Open the photo index screen.2 Sele

Photos  87NOTES• The background music may not be played back correctly when playing back a slideshow from a memory card with slow transfer rates.• Wh

88  PhotosThe area to the right of the histogram represents highlights and the left side represents shadows. A photo whose histogram skews to the rig

Photos  89IMPORTANT• When capturing photos on an Eye-Fi card, photos will be uploaded automatically if you are within the range of a configured netwo

Table of contents  9 Photos79 Basic Recording79 Taking Photos80 Selecting Photo Size and Quality82 Basic Playback82 Viewing Photos83 Deleting Photos

90  Photos// You can s elect the photos in the built-in memory or on the memory card.2 Select ( , ) the photo you want to protect.OptionsIMPORTANT•

Photos  912 Open the photo selection screen.[ Copy ( )] appears on the screen.3 Select ( ) the photo you want to copy and press .4 Select ( ) [Yes]

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

Photos  93Printing PhotosPrinting Photos (Direct Print)The camcorder can be connected to any PictBridge-compatible printer. You can mark in advance t

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

Photos  95Options[Paper Size]*Available paper sizes vary depending on the printer model.[Paper Type]*Select [Photo], [Fast Photo], [Plain] or [Defaul

96  PhotosNOTES•Print setting options and [Default] settings vary depending on the printer model. For details, refer to the printer’s instruction man

Photos  97POINTS TO CHECK•Only photos on the memory card can be set for print orders.Marking Single Photos with Print Orders1 In single photo view, o

98  PhotosOptionsNOTES• // To set print orders set for photos recorded in the built-in memory, copy the photos to the memory card in advance.[Individ

External Connections  99External ConnectionsThis chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer.