Canon Hf G20 Owners Manual

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Introduction
Important Usage Instructions
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 
ONLY.
COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on  the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright 
laws.
HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF G20 systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules....

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In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF G20 and all its accessories.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat  registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that 
produce heat.
8 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type...

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Highlights of the VIXIA HF G20 
The Canon VIXIA HF G20 HD Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose compact size 
makes it ideal in a variety of situations. The following are just some of the many functions featured in 
the camcorder.
HD Recording
HD CMOS PRO and DIGIC DV III 
processor
The camcorder is equipped with a 
1/3-inch CMOS sensor that captures video at 
an effective pixel count of approximately 2.07 
megapixels (1920x1080). The video is then 
processed by the state-of-the-art DIGIC DV...

5LCD screen and viewfinder
The LCD screen and viewfinder both have 
100% frame coverage, which will ensure that 
you can accurately check that your shots are 
framed how you want them.
To u c h  A E
By simply touching the screen, you can make 
dark areas in the picture appear brighter 
(A 60). This operation is simple yet allows 
you to shoot with the desired exposure.
Added and improved functionality
Other functions include two types of video 
scopes ( A79), conversion to standard 
definition ( A133)...

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Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices
Eye-Fi
Connect the camcorder to an HDTV ( A119)
Play video directly 
from your recorded  memory card AVCHD-compatible HDTVs and 
digital recorders with a card slot  compatible with the type of  memory card used *
Use an Eye-Fi card ( A136) 
to wirelessly upload 
recordings to your computer  or a video sharing Web site Save or upload to 
the Web
Standard Definition
Convert your HD movies, in the camcorder itself, to standard  definition files (A133)
High...

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1 Introduction 10
About this Manual 10Conventions Used in this Manual 10
Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 12
Names of Parts 14
2 Preparations 20
Charging the Battery Pack 20
Preparing the Camcorder 22 Attaching the Lens Hood 22
Using the Viewfinder 22
Adjusting the Position and Brightness of 
the LCD Screen 23
Grip Belt and Straps 24
Wireless Controller 25
Using a Tripod 26
Basic Operation of the Camcorder 27 Using the Touch Screen 27
Operating Modes 28
Using the Menus 29
First Time Settings 31 Setting...

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Video Scopes 79Displaying the Waveform Monitor during 
[’ Programmed AE] Recording 
Program 79
Displaying the Waveform Monitor during  [n Manual Exposure] Recording 
Program 79
Displaying the Edge Monitor 79
Video Snapshot 80
Pre-Recording 81
Onscreen Displays and Data Code 82
Faders 83
4 Customization 84
Custom Button and Dial 84
Assignable Buttons 85 Changing the Assigned Function 85
Using an Assignable Button 85
Saving and Loading Menu Settings 86 Saving Menu Settings to a Memory 
Card 86
Loading...

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9 Saving/Sharing Recordings 124
Copying Recordings to a Memory Card 124
Copying Scenes from the Date Index 
Screen 124
Copying Scenes from a Story by 
Rating 125
Copying a Single Photo 125
Copying Photos from the Index 
Screen 126
Saving Recordings on a Computer 127 Saving Movies (Windows only) 127
Saving Photos (Windows/Mac OS) 128
Copying Recordings to an External Video  Recorder 131
In High Definition 131
In Standard Definition 131
Uploading Recordings to the Web 133 Converting Scenes into Standard...

About this Manual
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Introduction
About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA HF G20. Please read this manual carefully before you use 
the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer 
to  Troubleshooting  (A 154).
Conventions Used in this Manual
•  IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
•  NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
•  POINTS TO CHECK: Restrictions or requirements...