Canon Hf G20 Owners Manual

Troubleshooting
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Cannot play the movies in the built-in memory   Initialize only using the camcorder- The camcorder's built-in memory was initialized using a computer. Initialize the built-in memory with this camcorder ( A36).
Cannot play the movies on this memory card - Movies cannot be played back from a 64 MB or smaller memory card. Use a recommended memory card ( A33).
Cannot play the movies on this memory card   Initialize only using the camcorder - The memory card in the camcorder was...

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Do not disconnect the power source.    Cannot write data with this connection. To write data to 
the camcorder, connect the compact power adapter then reconnect the camcorder and 
computer.    Do not disconnect the USB cable unless you first use the computer to safely end 
the connection.- The camcorder cannot be operated while it is not being powered by the compact power adapter and is connected to a computer with the supplied USB cable. In addition, scenes 
cannot be written back...

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Memory card writing error  Attempt recovering the data?- This message will appear the next time you turn on the camcorder if power supply was accidentally interrupted while the camcorder was writing to the memory. Select [Recover] to try 
to recover the recordings. If you inserted a memory card that contains scenes recorded using 
another device, we recommend that you select [No].
Need to recover files from the memory card.   Change the position of the LOCK switch on the 
memory card....

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There are no scenes with the selected rating- No scenes have been rated yet. Rate the scenes as you like ( A109).
- The criteria you used to select scenes by rating resulted in no applicable scenes. Change the  criteria used to select scenes by rating.
This memory card contains scenes.   Delete all scenes to use relay recording. - Save your movies ( A127) if necessary, and delete all the movies from the memory card 
( A 92).
This photo cannot be displayed - You may not be able to...

Handling Precautions
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Handling Precautions
Camcorder
Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. 
•Save your recordings periodically.  Make sure to transfer your recordings to an external device 
such as a computer or digital video recorder ( A124) and save them on a regular basis. This will 
protect your important recordings in case of damage and create more free space on the memory. 
Canon shall not be liable for any data loss. 
• Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD...

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Long-term storage 
If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low 
humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 °C (86 °F).
Battery Pack
• Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth.
Long-term storage 
• Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30°C (86°F). 
• To extend the battery life of the battery pack, discharge it...

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• Do not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity and high temperature.
• Do not disassemble, bend, drop, or subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them to water.
• Check the direction before inserting the memory card. Forcing a memory card into a slot if it is not  correctly oriented may damage the memory card or the camcorder.
• Do not attach any labels or stickers on the memory card.
• Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have a physical switch to  prevent...

Maintenance/Others
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Maintenance/Others
Cleaning
Camcorder Body
• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner.
Lens, Viewfinder and Instant AF Sensor
• If the lens surface or Instant AF sensor is dirty, autofocus may not work properly.
• Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower brush.
• Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wi pe the lens or viewfinder. Never use tissue paper.
LCD...

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Using the Camcorder Abroad
Power Sources
You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any 
country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for 
information on plug adapters for overseas use.
Playback on a TV Screen
You can only play back your recordings on TVs compatible with the NTSC system. NTSC is used in 
the following regions/countries:
Americas: All of North America and Central...

Optional Accessories
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Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder. Select accessories are 
described in more detail in the following pages.
NOTES
• Accessories that are compatible with the Advanced Accessory Shoe cannot be attached to this  camcorder. Look for the  Mini ADVANCED SHOE  logo to ensure compatibility with the mini 
advanced shoe.
 (Availability differs from area to area)
VL-5 Video Light VFL-2 Video Flash  LightWM-V1 Wireless 
Microphone...