Canon Hf G25 User Manual

Troubleshooting
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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 ( A32).
Cannot play the movies on this memory card   Initialize only using the camcorder - The memory card in the camcorder was initialized using a computer. Initialize the memory card with this camcorder ( A35).
Cannot record - You cannot capture video snapshot scenes from scenes recorded or edited using another device and then transferred to a...

Troubleshooting
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Do not disconnect the power source.    Do not disconnect the USB cable unless you first use 
the computer to safely end the connection.- When the camcorder is in   mode and is connected to the computer with the supplied USB cable, the camcorder cannot be operated. Disconnecting the USB cable or power source while 
this message appears may result in permanent loss of the recordings in the camcorder. Use the 
computer's Safely Remove Hardware function  to end the connection and...

Troubleshooting
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No scenes- There are no scenes in the memory selected.
Not enough available space - Delete some recordings on the memory card ( A92, 123) or select the [3 Mbps] bit rate for the 
conversion to SD.
Number of scenes already at maximum - The maximum number of scenes (3,999 scenes) has been reached. Delete some scenes (A 92) to free some space.
Number of stories already at maximum - The gallery already contains the maximum number of stories (98 user-created stories in any one given...

Troubleshooting
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To use the wireless function, insert the Eye-Fi card into slot B.- You may have inserted the Eye-Fi card into memory card slot  2. Insert it into memory card slot 
3 .
To use this function change the camcorder's mode from  ó to M/CINEMA
- C , the CUSTOM dial ( A84) and some of the functions that can be assigned to the 
assignable buttons ( A85) cannot be used in   mode. Set the mode switch to  n ( 
mode) or E (  mode) to use them.
Too many photos.   Disconnect the USB cable. -...

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...

Handling Precautions
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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.
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. 
• To extend the battery life of the battery pack, discharge it completely...

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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 PAL system. PAL (or the 
compatible SECAM system) is used in the following regions/countries:
Europe: All of...

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...