Canon Hf G30 Owners Manual

Saving Recordings to a Computer
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Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer
1 Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 
2 Open the MP4 movie index screen (A95) or photo index screen ( A105).
3 Connect the camcorder to the computer using the supplied USB cable.
• Camcorder: When the connection is successfully established, [USB Connection] appears on the  screen.
4 Save the recordings onto the computer.
• Refer to relevant sections in the ‘ImageBrowser EX Instruction Manual', which can be...

Copying Recordings Between Memory Cards
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Copying Recordings Between Memory Cards
You can copy recordings from one memory card to the other.
Copying Scenes from the Movie Index Screen
1 Open the desired movie index screen ( A95).
• To copy all the scenes recorded on a specific date, drag your finger left/right until a scene you 
want to copy appears.
2 Open the screen to copy scenes.
[FUNC.]  > [Copy (67)] or [Copy ( 76)]
3 Touch the desired option and then touch [Yes].
• When you select [Select],...

Copying Recordings Between Memory Cards
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Copying Photos from the Index Screen
1 Open the desired photo index screen (A105).
2 Open the screen to copy photos.
[FUNC.]  > [Copy ( 67)] or [Copy ( 76)]
3 Touch the desired option and then touch [Yes].
• When you select [Select], perform the following procedure to select the individual photos you 
want to copy before touching [Yes].
• Touch [Stop] to interrupt the operation while it is in progress.
• The selected photos are copied.
4Touch [OK].
To select...

Converting Movies to MP4 Format
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Converting Movies to MP4 Format
You can convert AVCHD movies into MP4 movies or even convert MP4 movies into smaller MP4 
movies. This is convenient, for example, when you want to upload the MP4 movies to the Web. When 
you convert movies on one memory card, they will be saved to the other memory card. While 
converting movies, the camcorder can add a cinema-look filter to the converted movie.
1 Open the desired movie index screen (A95).
2 Open the screen to convert...

Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
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Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
In High Definition
Connect the camcorder to Blu-ray Disc recorders and other AVCHD-compatible digital video 
recorders using the supplied USB cable to make perfect copies of your movies in high definition. If the 
external digital video recorder has an SD memory card slot*, you can use the memory card to copy 
your movies without connecting the camcorder.
* Make sure the external device is compatible...

Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
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Recording
1 Camcorder: Power the camcorder using the compact power adapter. 
2 External recorder: Load a blank cassette or disc and set the recorder to record pause mode.
3 Camcorder: Open the desired movie index screen ( A95).
• Verify that  q >  [Output Terminal] is set to [ Ò AV OUT]. 
4 Camcorder: Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause the playback just before the 
desired scene.
5 Camcorder: Resume playback.
• By default, the data code will...

Introduction to Wi-Fi
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Wi-Fi Functions
Introduction to Wi-Fi
When you use the camcorder’s Wi-Fi function to connect to a smartphone or tablet, you can wirelessly 
save, play back and upload your recordings. You can even use a smartphone or tablet (iOS or Android 
device
1) as a remote control and record using the device’s Web browser. Refer to Glossary (A 142) 
for a definition of the frequently used terms in this text.
1“iOS device” is used in this text to refer to Wi-Fi-enabled iPhones, iPods and...

Introduction to Wi-Fi
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IMPORTANT
• Using an unprotected Wi-Fi network can expose your files and data to monitoring by unauthorized  third parties. Be aware of the risks involved.
• Using the Wi-Fi functions outdoors while the camcorder is operating in the 5 GHz band may be  prohibited depending on the laws of the country/region you are in. 
NOTES
• While using Wi-Fi functions other than remotely controlling the camcorder using the Wi-Fi Remote  application, do not open the double memory card slot...

Introduction to Wi-Fi
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Before using Wi-Fi functionsBased on the function, the camcorder will wirelessly connect to a Wi-Fi-enabled device, such as a 
smartphone, or directly to a Wi-Fi network via an access point (wireless router)*. After selecting the 
function you want to use, follow the onscreen directions to connect the camcorder.
* Depending on the manufacturer, the access point may be referred to using a different name, such as wireless LAN router or wireless network router.
• Make sure the...

Remote Operation Via the Wi-Fi Remote Application
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Remote Operation Via the Wi-Fi Remote Application
You can operate the camcorder remotely via Wi-Fi Remote, a Web browser application that can be 
accessed using the Web browser* of devices compatible with Wi-Fi networks**. The Wi-Fi Remote 
application lets you monitor the image through live view, start and stop recording, and remotely control 
the shooting mode, exposure, white balance, aperture, gain, shutter speed, focus and zoom.
* A Web browser...