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10 Table of contents90 Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit90 Manual Focus Adjustment92 Tele Macro93 White Balance94 Image Effects95 Self Timer96 Audi
100 VideoIMPORTANT• When using headphones, make sure to lower the volume to an appro-priate level.• Do not connect the headphones to the AV OUT/X te
Video 101NOTES• Accessories designed for the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be used with this camcorder. Look for video accessories bearing this log
102 VideoNOTES• When an external microphone is connected to the camcorder, 7 8 [Wind Screen] will automatically be set to [B Off Z].• If the audio
Video 103camcorder. This is particularly useful while the camcorder is mounted on a tripod and you want to ensure maximum stability of a shot. Attac
104 VideoSelecting the Playback Starting PointIf you have a very long scene, you may want to start playing back the scene from a certain point. You
Video 105To change the interval between framesOnscreen Displays and Data CodeYou can turn most onscreen displays on or off.Repeatedly press h to tur
106 VideoCapturing Photos and Video Snapshot Scenes from a MovieYou can capture video snapshot scenes, single photos or a series of continuous photo
Video 107• When you start capturing a video snapshot scene less than 1 second from the end of the scene, the video snapshot scene will be captured s
108 Video• Photos captured from a scene with a lot of fast movement may be blurred.• Photos will be recorded on the memory selected for recording ph
Video 109NOTES• When advancing/reversing frames while dividing the scenes, the interval between frames is about 0.5 seconds.• If the scene cannot be
Table of contents 11 Additional Information135 Appendix: Menu Options Lists135 FUNC. Panel138 Setup Menus150 Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays1
110 PhotosPhotosRefer to this chapter for details on viewing photos and other photo-related operations.Viewing Photos1Press S.2 Open the [Photos] in
Photos 1114 Touch the photo you wish to view.• The photo is displayed in single photo view. • Drag your finger left/right to browse through the phot
112 PhotosIMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data
Photos 1132 Delete the photos.* When you select [Select], perform the following procedure to select the individ-ual photos you want to delete before
114 Photos2 Select the music track to use during the photo slideshow.Step 2 (0 69).3 Touch the photo that will open the slideshow to display it in s
External Connections 115External ConnectionsThis chapter explains how to connect your camcorder to an external device such as a TV, VCR, or computer
116 External ConnectionsConnection DiagramsIn the following connection diagrams, the left side shows the terminals on the camcorder and the right si
External Connections 117Connection BComponent VideoType: Analog Quality: High Definition Output onlyConnect to a high-definition TV (HDTV) with
118 External ConnectionsConnection cComposite Video (SCART)In all respects, exactly the same connection as connection C.Connect to a standard TV or
External Connections 119Playback on a TV ScreenConnect the camcorder to a TV to enjoy your recordings with family and friends. Playback on an HDTV u
12 IntroductionAbout this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon LEGRIA HF M46 / LEGRIA HF M406. Please read this manual carefully before you use
120 External ConnectionsSaving and Sharing Your RecordingsCopying Recordings to a Memory CardYou can copy your recordings only one way: from the bui
External Connections 121OptionsCopying Scenes from a Story by Rating1 Open the gallery and bring the desired story to the front.• Check that you hav
122 External Connections3 Copy the photo.4 Drag your finger left/right to select another photo to copy or touch [a]. Copying Photos from the Index S
External Connections 123IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in pe
124 External ConnectionsInstallationInstall the software before you connect the camcorder to the computer for the first time. Refer to the Installat
External Connections 125Install the supplied Photo Application software following the instructions in the software’s instruction manual.r Refer to I
126 External Connections- Do not turn off the camcorder or the computer.- Do not change the camcorder’s operating mode.• Operation may not work corr
External Connections 127Copying Recordings to an External Video RecorderIn High DefinitionConnect the camcorder to Blu-ray Disc recorders and other
128 External ConnectionsConnectingConnect the camcorder to the VCR using Connection C or c. Refer to Connection Diagrams (0 117). Recording1 Externa
External Connections 129follow the instructions in the Software Guide (PDF file) to install the supplied PIXELA’s software.Converting Scenes into St
Introduction 13Self Timer• n will appear on the screen.•Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off the self timer.Movies: In record pause mode, press g.
130 External Connections• Before touching [START], you can touch [ ] to decorate the converted SD movies (0 62), or touch [ ] to adjust the volume (
External Connections 131Connecting to the Computer and Uploading your Videos1 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable.Con
132 External ConnectionsConverting Scenes into Standard Definition from a Story by Rating1 Open the gallery and bring the desired story to the front
External Connections 133Uploading your Videos WirelesslyIf you are using an Eye-Fi card, you can automatically upload the con-verted SD movies to yo
134 External ConnectionsNOTES• Depending on the amount of data to be uploaded and the network’s wireless connection conditions, it can take some tim
Additional Information 135Additional InformationThis chapter contains troubleshooting advice, screen mes-sages, handling and maintenance tips, and o
136 Additional Information1Option available only for recording movies.2Some options are available only when recording a story using Story Creator.[X
Additional Information 137Edit Panel - ModeControl ButtonDate Index Screen[SD Movies] Index ScreenPlayback Pause 0[Copy (497)]1[Copy (f97)]1<da
138 Additional Information1Operation not available for recordings on memory card Y (7 tab).2Operation not available for the two preexisting stories,
Additional Information 1391Option available only for recording movies.2Option available only when the optional SM-V1 Surround Microphone is attached
14 IntroductionGetti ng to K now the Cam cord erSupplied Accessories and CD-ROMsThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder:XCA-570 C
140 Additional Information[Digital Zoom]: Determines the operation of the digital zoom. The color of the indicator indi-cates the zoom.• When activa
Additional Information 141• When you select a setting other than [B Off], the AF mode is auto-matically set to [S Normal AF].[Onscreen Markers]: You
142 Additional Informationattached to the camcorder. When set to [A On V], V will appear on the screen.y / z Playback Setup*Option not available whe
Additional Information 1431Option available only for recording movies.[Rate Scenes (Recording)]1[A On], [B Off] zz –––[Rec Media for Movies]1[f] (bu
144 Additional Information2Can be set independently for and mode. The default value in mode is [D PF25].3Option available only for recording p
Additional Information 1456 System SetupMenu item Setting optionsyCINEMA1 2 0[Output Onscreen Displays][A On], [B Off] zzzz–[Language a] [ ], [Dansk
146 Additional Information1Option not available when the camcorder is connected to an HDTV using the sup-plied HDMI cable. 2Option available only af
Additional Information 147• Changing the brightness of the LCD screen does not affect the bright-ness of your recordings or the brightness of the pl
148 Additional Information• In standby mode, the camcorder will shut off after the time selected for the [Quick Start (Standby)] setting.[Quick Star
Additional Information 149[HDMI Status]: Displays a screen where you can verify the standard of the output signal from the HDMI OUT terminal.[Distan
Introduction 15The following CD-ROMs and software are supplied with the camcorder:• PIXELA’s Transfer Utility CD-ROM*-Use Transfer Utility for savin
150 Additional InformationAppendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays Recording Movies (using Story Creator)1 Control button [FUNC.]: Open the FUNC. panel
Additional Information 151, Recording Moviesy Manual mode CINEMA modeAg Recording program (0 78, 87)Ah Manual exposure (0 89)Aj R Instant AF/S Nor
152 Additional Information Playing Movies (during playback)Fs Playback control buttons (0 50)Fd Eye-Fi wireless communication (0 133)Ff Scene number
Additional Information 1537 Memory operationNRecord, MRecord pause, APlayback, CPlayback pause, IFast playback, JFast reverse playback, GSlow playba
154 Additional InformationTrou b le?TroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Some-times what you think is a
Additional Information 155- The camcorder cannot communicate with the battery pack attached. Battery packs not rec-ommended by Canon for use with th
156 Additional InformationAfter using the camcorder for a long time, it becomes hot.- The camcorder may become hot after using it continuously for l
Additional Information 157Cannot mark individual scenes/photos in the index screen with a checkmark O- You cannot select more than 100 scenes/photos
158 Additional InformationPicture and SoundThe screen appears too dark.- The LCD screen was dimmed. Hold h pressed down for 2 seconds to restore the
Additional Information 159- The LOCK switch on the memory card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the posi-tion of the LOCK switch.- A com
16 IntroductionNames of Parts1 2 (camera/play) button (0 27)2 VIDEO SNAP (video snapshot) button (0 61)3 (Story Creator button) (0 58)4 DISP. (onsc
160 Additional InformationThe camcorder is connected using the supplied HDMI cable, but there is no picture or sound from the HDTV.- Disconnect the
Additional Information 161 Built-in memory is full- The built-in memory is full (“f End” appears on the screen). Delete some recordings (0 54, 112)
162 Additional InformationCannot play back- There is a problem with the memory. If this message appears often without apparent reason, contact a Can
Additional Information 163Cannot record movies on this memory card Initialize only using the camcorder- The memory card in the camcorder was initi
164 Additional InformationMem. Card Number of scenes already at maximum- The memory card already contains the maximum number of scenes (3,999 scen
Additional Information 165Number of stories already at maximum- The gallery already contains the maximum number of stories (98 stories in any one gi
166 Additional InformationThis scene was recorded using another device and cannot be copied.- Scenes that were not recorded with this camcorder cann
Additional Information 167Do’s an d Don ’tsHandling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum per-formance.
168 Additional Information • When mounting the camcorder on a tripod, make sure that the tripod’s fas-tening screw is shorter than 5.5 mm. Using oth
Additional Information 169Long-term storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30°C. • To extend the battery life o
Introduction 17Al Mini advanced shoe (0 100)Sq Zoom lever (0 45)Sa POWER buttonSs ON/OFF (CHG) (charge) indicator:Green – ONOrange – Standby (0 46)R
170 Additional Information • Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a mem-ory card into the slot if it is not correctly orien
Additional Information 171Lithium Button Battery• Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools, as this will cause a short circuit
172 Additional Information Maintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated
Additional Information 173• Remove the memory card and battery pack. Then, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust graduall
174 Additional Information General InformationAccessories*Supplied with the camcorder; not available as an optional accessory. (Availability differs
Additional Information 175NOTES• Accessories that are compatible with the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be attached to this camcorder. Look for the
176 Additional Information Charging, Recording and Playback TimesThe charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according
Additional Information 177Using a memory card* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, and power on/of
178 Additional Information 8 WD-H43 Wide-converterThis Wide-converter lens decreases the focal length by a factor of 0.7, giving you a wide perspect
Additional Information 179Ag VFL-2 Video Flash LightThis video flash light allows you to record photos and movies even at night or in dark places. I
18 IntroductionWireless Controller WL-D89Dq BATTERY RELEASE switch (0 20)Da Tripod socket (0 168)Ds Serial number1 START/STOP button (0 40)2 b (inde
180 Additional Information SpecificationsLEGRIA HF M46 / LEGRIA HF M406 — Values given are approximate figures.System• Recording SystemMovies: AVCH
Additional Information 181• Minimum Focusing Distance 1 m; 40 cm with tele macro on at full telephoto; 1 cm at full wide angle• White Balance Auto w
182 Additional Information CA-570 Compact Power Adapter• Power supply: 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz• Rated output / consumption: 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A / 29 VA
Additional Information 183About the music filesThe specifications of the music files compatible with the camcorder are as follows.Audio encoding: Li
184 Additional InformationIndex3D Flip View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52AAbroad, using the camcorder . . . . 173AGC (automatic gain contr
Additional Information 185LCD screen dimmer . . . . . . . . . . . 147LCD touch screen . . . . . . . . . .24, 26Low light (recording program) . .
186 Additional InformationVVideo snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50WWhite balance . . .
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Preparations 19PreparationsThis chapter describes basic operations, such as using the touch panel, navigating the menus, and first time settings to
2 IntroductionImportant Usage InstructionsWARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSI
20 Preparations5 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off.• If the camcorder was on, the green ON/OFF (CHG) indicator will go out when y
Preparations 21NOTES• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C. If either the ambient temperature or the batte
22 PreparationsNOTES• The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light sources or direct sunlight
Preparations 23To attach an optional wrist strapAttach the wrist strap to the rear bracket on the camcorder, adjust the length and fasten.You can al
24 PreparationsAdjusting the Position and Brightness of the LCD ScreenRotating the LCD PanelOpen the LCD panel 90 degrees.• You can rotate the panel
Preparations 25NOTES• The LCD backlight does not affect the brightness of the recordings.• Using the bright setting will shorten the effective usage
26 PreparationsBasic Operation of the CamcorderUsing the Touch ScreenThe control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynam
Preparations 27Operating ModesRecordingIn recording mode, the camcorder’s operating mode is determined by the position of the mode switch.PlaybackPr
28 PreparationsUsing the MenusMany of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the FUNC. panel and the setup menus. For details about the avai
Preparations 29Setup Menus* In mode setup menus cannot be accessed and most menu settings will be reset to default values.1 or mode only: Touch
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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 26 other languages.* Only when perfor
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Preparations 33Using a Memory CardMemory Cards Compatible for Use with the CamcorderYou can use the following types of commercially available Secure
34 PreparationsCompatible operating systems for SDXC memory cardsIMPORTANT• If you use an SDXC memory card with a computer OS that is not SDXC-compa
Preparations 35Inserting and Removing a Memory CardMake sure to initialize (0 38) all memory cards before using them with this camcorder.1 Turn off
36 PreparationsSelecting the Memory for the RecordingsYou can select to record your movies and photos in the built-in mem-ory ( only) or on a memor
Preparations 37Relay RecordingYou can activate the relay recording so if the memory you are using becomes full while recording movies, the recording
38 PreparationsInitializing the MemoryInitialize memory cards when you use them with this camcorder for the first time. You can also initialize a me
Preparations 39IMPORTANT• Initializing the memory will permanently erase all recordings. Lost origi-nal recordings cannot be recovered. Make sure yo
4 Exciting Features and New FunctionsStory Creator (0 58)Your camcorder’s Full HD CMOS sensor captures video at a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels2
40 AUTO ModeAUTO ModeThis chapter covers how to easily record video and photos in mode, and how to use basic shooting functions like zoom and Quick
AUTO Mode 411 Set the mode switch to .2 Turn on the camcorder.To record videoPress g to begin recording.• Press g again to pause the recording.• Th
42 AUTO ModeRating ScenesYou can turn on the scene rating option in recording mode with the 8 8 [Rate Scenes (Recording)] setting. Immediately after
AUTO Mode 43IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may result in permanent data
44 AUTO Mode• Be sure to save your recordings regularly (0 120), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any los
AUTO Mode 45ZoomingThere are three ways you can zoom in and out: using the zoom lever on the camcorder, using the zoom buttons on the wireless contr
46 AUTO Mode Using the Touch Screen’s Zoom Controls 1 Display the zoom controls on the touch screen. • The zoom controls appear on the left side of
AUTO Mode 47panel, the camcorder is ready to start recording in approximately 1 second*, allowing you to record the subject right away.* The actual
48 VideoVideoThis chapter covers functions related to movies, including play-back, advanced shooting, using Story Creator and other advanced functio
Video 494 Touch the desired scene to play it back.• Playback will start from the scene selected and continue until the end of the last scene in the
5Smart AUTO (0 42)Smart AUTO automatically selects the best scene mode for the scene you want to shoot. You get spectacular recordings every time wi
50 VideoDuring playback:Adjusting the volume1 During playback, touch the screen to display the playback controls.2 Touch [ ], drag your finger along
Video 51During playback pause: IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to do so may resul
52 Video3D Flip ViewTouch [ ] in the date index screen to switch to 3D Flip View. This fun way of displaying scenes grouped by recording date in a 3
Video 53In any index screen, touch [b]. During single photo view, touch the screen once to display the controls then touch [Q] to open the [Photos]
54 VideoDeleting Scenes and StoriesYou can delete those scenes and stories that you are not interested in keeping. Deleting scenes allows you also t
Video 552 Delete the scenes.* When you select [Select], perform the following procedure to select the individ-ual scenes you want to delete before t
56 Video4 Delete the scene. Deleting Scenes from a Story by Rating1 Open the information screen of the story that contains the scenes you want to de
Video 572 Select the story you want to delete.Drag your finger right/left to bring the desired story to the front.3 Delete the story.* Touch [Stop]
58 VideoVideo Stories and Cinema StyleUsing Story Creator to Create Compelling StoriesStory Creator is a helpful function that offers suggestions fo
Video 59• Scenes will be recorded under the story and category currently selected.• You can also record video snapshot scenes (0 61).To select a dif
6 Enjoying your Recordings on Other DevicesEye-FiMPEG-2AVCHDConnect the camcorder to an HDTV (0 119)Play video directly from your recorded memory car
60 VideoThe list of story scenes will appear. The orange frame on the right will show how many scenes you have recorded in each story scene (categor
Video 61NOTES• Photos cannot be recorded while the camcorder is set to mode.Video SnapshotRecord a series of short scenes. Then, play back your vi
62 Video1Press z.• A blue border appears on the screen.• Press z again to return to normal video recording mode.2Press g.• The camcorder records for
Video 63Decorating Scenes while Recording1 Open the decoration screen.• The decoration screen will open automatically also when you stow the LCD pan
64 VideoIn playback mode: pause the playback. Touch [A] to resume playing back the scene.H [ ] Minimize the toolbar to the top of the screen to view
Video 653 Touch anywhere on the canvas to place the selected animated stamp. You can also drag the animated stamp to a different location.To use [Ca
66 Video2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls.3 Touch [ ] to open the decoration screen.4 Decorate the scene using the tools from the
Video 67A Drag your finger right or left to select a story.B Story’s theme.C Selected story (large thumbnail in the front).D Story’s title (0 73).E
68 Video- Do not open the double memory card slot cover.- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.- Do not change the camcorder
Video 693Touch [A] to resume the playback and rate other scenes in the same way or touch [B] to return to the gallery. Playback with Background Musi
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70 Video3 Adjust the mix balance between the original sound and the background music. To u c h [ 1] (more of the original sound) or [b] (more of th
Video 71IMPORTANT• If you use copyrighted songs and music tracks in your video creations, remember that music under copyright may not be used withou
72 Video2 In the [Scene List] screen, drag your finger up/down to select the scene you want to copy/move.3 Touch the orange box on the right to open
Video 732 Select the story whose thumbnail you want to change.Drag your finger right/left to bring the desired story to the front.3 Open the [Story
74 Video5Touch [OK] 8 [f] 8 [f] to return to the gallery.A Switch between letters and numbers/special characters.B Change the position of the cursor
Video 75Advanced FunctionsRecording in y (Manual) ModeWhen the mode switch is set to y (Manual mode), you can enjoy full access to the menus and man
76 Video• Be sure to save your recordings regularly (0 120), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or
Video 77NOTES• Movies recorded in MXP mode cannot be saved on AVCHD discs. Use an external Blu-ray Disc recorder to copy MXP movies onto Blu-ray dis
78 VideoSelecting the Frame RateYou can change the frame rate (the number of frames recorded per second) to change the look of your movies.OptionsSp
Video 79[GSports] To record sports scenes such as tennis or golf.[q Night Scene] To record nightscapes with lower noise.[ISnow] To record in bright
8 Table of contents Introduction4 Exciting Features and New Functions12 About this Manual14 Getting to Know the Camcorder14 Supplied Accessories an
80 VideoNOTES•[F Portrait]/[G Sports]/[I Snow]/[J Beach]: The picture may not appear smooth during playback.•[F Portrait]: The blur effect of the ba
Video 81of the waterproof case and keep it in a cool place until the temperature goes down. If the camcorder becomes too hot, it will turn off autom
82 VideoNOTES• If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate.• For surveying and following
Video 831 Activate the pre-recording function.• d will appear on the screen.• Repeat, selecting [B Off], to turn off pre-recording.2Press g. The sce
84 VideoBy default, face detection is activated. If the function was turned off, per-form the following procedure to turn it on.To select the main s
Video 85Touch & TrackWhen recording a group of people using face detection, the camcorder will automatically detect one person as the main subje
86 VideoFadersThe camcorder offers two professional looking transition effects to fade-in or fade-out scenes. You have the option to activate the fa
Video 87Manually Setting the Shutter Speed or Aperture[A Programmed AE] is the default automatic exposure (AE) recording program; using it, you can
88 Video• During exposure lock, the aperture value/shutter speed cannot be changed. Set the aperture value or shutter speed before manually adjustin
Video 89Manual Exposure AdjustmentAt times, backlit subjects may appear too dark (underexposed) or sub-jects under very strong lights may appear too
Table of contents 9 AUTO Mode40 Basic Recording40 Shooting Video and Taking Photos in AUTO Mode42 About the Smart AUTO function45 Zooming46 Quick S
90 VideoNOTES• If the recording program is changed during exposure lock, the cam-corder will return to automatic exposure.• When shooting subjects w
Video 91POINTS TO CHECK• Adjust the zoom before you start the procedure.1 Open the manual focus screen.2 Touch a subject that appears inside the X f
92 VideoTele MacroUsing tele macro, the camcorder can focus at a shorter distance (up to 40 cm from the subject at full telephoto), allowing you get
Video 93White BalanceThe white balance function helps you to accurately reproduce colors under different lighting conditions so that white objects w
94 VideoNOTES• When you select the custom white balance:-Set 7 8 [Digital Zoom] to [B Off].- Reset the white balance when you change locations or th
Video 95+ levels: richer colors, sharper image, stronger contrast, brighter image.- levels: shallower colors, softer image, softer contrast, darker
96 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 97To display the audio level indicatorUsually, the audio level indicator will be displayed only after activating the manual adjustment of the
98 VideoNOTES• An external microphone overrides the built-in microphone. The built-in microphone’s directionality cannot be changed when an external
Video 99Using HeadphonesUse headphones for playback or to check the audio level while record-ing. The headphones are connected to the AV OUT/X termi
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