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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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....