Canon Hf G30 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.
FCC/IC NOTICE
HD Camcorder, VIXIA HF G30 systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the...

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In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA HF G30 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 G30
The Canon VIXIA HF G30 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 sensor and DIGIC DV 4 
processor
The camcorder is equipped with a 
1/2.84-inch CMOS sensor that captures video 
at an effective pixel count of approximately 
2.91 megapixels (2136x1362). The video is 
then processed by the state-of-the-art...

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Audio scene select
With the audio scene select function (A79), 
you can optimize the audio settings of the 
built-in microphone by selecting the audio 
scene that matches your surroundings. Your 
audience will feel even more immersed in the 
scene during playback.
Smart AUTO
Smart AUTO ( A40) automatically selects the 
best scene mode for the scene you want to 
shoot. You get spectacular recordings every 
time without worrying about settings.
Wi-Fi functions
Because the camcorder is...

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Enjoying your Recordings on Other Devices
Enjoying Your Recordings Using the Camcorder's Wi-Fi Functions
Connect the camcorder to an 
external monitor (A102). Copy your recordings to an external 
video recorder (
A115).
Save your recordings ( A108). 
Use your iOS or Android device to remotely control 
the camcorder and view the image on its screen 
(A 120).
Use the Web browser on your iOS or Android 
device to view the recordings on the 
camcorder (A126).
Connect the camcorder to an access point on...

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1 Introduction 11
About this Manual 11Conventions Used in this Manual 11
Supplied Accessories and CD-ROMs 13
Names of Parts 15
2 Preparations 21
Attaching the Ferrite Core 21
Charging the Battery Pack 21
Preparing the Camcorder 24 Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap 24
Using the Viewfinder 24
Adjusting the OLED Screen 25
Grip Belt and Straps 26
Wireless Controller 26
Using a Tripod 27
Basic Operation of the Camcorder 28 Turning the Camcorder On and Off 28
Setting the Shooting Mode 29
Using the Touch...

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Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 86Recording Color Bars 86
Recording an Audio Reference 
Signal 86
Video Snapshot 87
Pre-Recording 88
Onscreen Displays and Data Code 89
Using the GP-E2 GPS Receiver 90
4 Customization 91
CUSTOM Dial and Button 91
Assignable Buttons 92 Changing the Assigned Function 92
Using an Assignable Button 93
Saving and Loading Menu Settings 94 Saving Menu Settings to a Memory 
Card 94
Loading Menu Settings from a Memory  Card 94
5 Playback 95
Playing Back Video 95Adjusting the...

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Sharing Recordings with CANON iMAGE GATEWAY 133
Setting the Desired Web Services in the 
Camcorder 133
Sharing Your Recordings Using Web 
Services 135
Sending Links to Recordings by  E-mail 136
Wi-Fi Connection Using an Access  Point 138
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 138
Searching for Access Points 139
Manual Setup 140
Viewing and Changing Wi-Fi  Settings 141
10 Additional Information 143
Appendix: Menu Options Lists 143FUNC. Panel 143
Setup Menus 144
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and  Displays 153...