Canon Hf G30 Owners Manual

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Preparations
Attaching the Ferrite Core
Attach the enclosed ferrite core before you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder.
Attaching the ferrite core to the compact power adapter cable is necessary to suppress RF 
interference.
Attach the ferrite core to the cable about 6 cm (2.4 in.) from the 
plug end (the plug to be connected to the camcorder) of the 
compact power adapter cable.
Pass the cable through the center of the core and wrap it around the 
core, then close the unit until it clicks shut.
Charging the Battery Pack
The camcorder can be powered with a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter.
For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a fully charged battery pack, refer 
to Charging,  Recording and Playback Times  (A 177).
1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.
2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
3 Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder’s 
DC IN terminal.
4 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.
• Press the battery pack softly into the battery attachment  unit and slide it forward until it clicks in place.
DC IN terminal
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							Charging the Battery Pack
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5 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off.
• If the camcorder was on, the green POWER/CHG indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder. After a 
moment, the POWER/CHG indicator will turn on in red 
(battery pack charging). The red POWER/CHG indicator will 
go out when the battery pack is fully charged.
• If the indicator flashes, refer to  Troubleshooting (A 159).
To remove the battery pack
1 Slide  d  in the direction of the arrow and 
hold it pressed down.
2 Slide the battery pack and then pull it out.
IMPORTANT
• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter. After you  turn off the camcorder, important data is updated on the memory card. Be sure to wait until the 
green POWER/CHG indicator goes out.
• Do not connect to the camcorder’s DC IN terminal or to the compact power adapter any electrical  equipment that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder.
• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied compact  power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on 
aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc.
POWER/CHG (battery charging) indicator
BATTERY 
RELEASE 
switch
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NOTES
• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and  86 °F). If either the ambient temperature or the battery pack’s temperature is outside the range of 
approx. 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), charging will not start.
• The battery pack will be charged only when the camcorder is off.
• If the power supply was disconnected while charging a battery pack, make sure the POWER/CHG  indicator has gone out before restoring the power supply.
• If remaining battery time is an issue, you can power the camcorder using the compact power  adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed.
• Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or  the day before, to ensure a full charge.
• The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery  pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be 
displayed accurately.
• We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might  need.
• USA and Canada only : The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is 
recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this 
battery.
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							Preparing the Camcorder
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Preparing the Camcorder
This section covers the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the lens hood, 
adjusting the grip belt and adjusting the viewfinder and OLED screen. When attaching the lens hood, 
grip belt and straps, be careful not to drop the camcorder by placing it on a table or other stable 
surface.
Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap
While recording, the supplied lens hood with lens barrier is 
effective for reducing stray light that can be the cause of lens 
flare and ghost images. Additionally, closing the lens barrier 
can help prevent fingerprints and dirt accumulation on the 
lens. Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder 
or storing it after use.
* Note that the lens cap and the lens hood with lens barrier cannot be used simultaneously.
1 Remove the lens cap.
2 Place the lens hood on the front of the lens so that the 
groove on the lens hood is aligned with the bottom of 
the lens (

), and then turn the lens hood clockwise 
until it stops with a click
 ( ).
• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.
• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.
• To remove the lens hood, turn it counterclockwise.
Using the Viewfinder
If it is difficult to use the OLED screen, you can use the viewfinder, which can be tilted 45 degrees 
upward. You can also use the viewfinder when you rotate the OLED panel 180 degrees to let the 
subject watch the recording.
1 Pull out the viewfinder.
2 Use the power switch to turn on the camcorder.
3 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment 
lever.
• You can close the OLED panel or rotate it toward the 
subject as you prefer. 
• You can tilt the viewfinder 45 degrees upward.
Dioptric 
adjustment 
lever
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• If you wear glasses, you may find the viewfinder easier to use if you flip back the outer edge of the eye cup toward 
the camcorder body.
NOTES
• Make sure you keep the eye cup attached when using the camcorder.
• For details about how to take care of the viewfinder, refer to  Handling Precautions (A 169), 
Cleaning  (A 173).
Adjusting the OLED Screen
Open the OLED panel 90 degrees.
• You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward.
• You can rotate the panel 180 degrees toward the lens. Rotating the OLED panel 180 degrees can 
be useful in the following cases:
- To allow the subject to monitor the OLED screen while you use the viewfinder.
- To allow the camcorder to be operated with the wireless controller from the front.
NOTES
• When you rotate the OLED panel, video noise may appear on the screen momentarily. This is not a  malfunction.
• You can adjust the brightness of the OLED screen with the  q> [OLED Brightness] setting or 
by holding  D pressed down for more than 2 seconds. You can also adjust the brightness of the 
viewfinder with the  q> [VF Brightness] setting.
• Adjusting the brightness does not affect the brightness of the recordings.
• Using a brighter setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack.
• For details about how to take care of the touch screen, refer to  Handling Precautions (A 169), 
Cleaning  (A 173).
• About the OLED and viewfinder screens:  The screens are produced using extremely high-
precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. 
Less than 0.01% of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black dots. Misfired pixels in 
the viewfinder may appear instead as white dots. This has no effect on the recorded image and 
does not constitute a malfunction.
180°
90° Subject can monitor the OLED screen 
(you can use the viewfinder at the same time)180°
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							Preparing the Camcorder
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Grip Belt and Straps
Fasten the grip belt.
• Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom rocker with your index finger, and the  Y button with 
your thumb.
Attaching an optional wrist strap
Attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt, 
adjust the length and fasten.
• You can use both for extra convenience and protection.
Attaching an optional shoulder strap
Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of 
the strap.
Wireless Controller
First, insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless controller.
1 Press the tab in the direction of the arrow and pull out  the battery holder.
2 Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing  up.
3 Insert the battery holder.
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To use the wireless controller
Point the wireless controller at the camcorder’s remote sensor when you press the buttons.
• You can rotate the OLED panel 180 degrees to use the wireless controller from the front of the camcorder.
NOTES
• When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be  operated at very close range, replace the battery.
• The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is situated under strong light  sources or direct sunlight.
Using a Tripod
You can mount the camcorder on a tripod but do not use tripods 
with mounting screws longer than 6.5 mm (0.26 in.) as this may 
cause damage to the camcorder.
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							Basic Operation of the Camcorder
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Basic Operation of the Camcorder
Turning the Camcorder On and Off
You can choose to turn the camcorder on in CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings or MEDIA 
( ) mode for playing back recordings. Select the mode using the power switch.
To turn on the camcorder
Set the power switch to CAMERA for   mode (A38) or 
MEDIA for   mode ( A95).
To turn off the camcorder
Set the power switch to OFF.
 mode mode
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Setting the Shooting Mode
In   mode, you can change the shooting mode to match your shooting style.
 (Auto) mode
Set the mode switch to N. With this mode, the camcorder takes care of all 
the settings while you concentrate on recording ( A39). This operating mode is 
suitable if you just prefer not to bother with detailed camcorder settings.
 (Manual) mode
Set the mode switch to  n. With this mode, you can enjoy full access to menus, 
settings and advanced functions ( A43). 
 (Cinema) mode
Set the mode switch to  E. With this mode, you can give your recordings 
a cinematic look and use cinema-look filters to create unique movies ( A50). 
Using the Touch Screen
The control buttons and menu items that appear on the touch screen change dynamically depending 
on the operating mode and the task you are performing. With the intuitive touch screen interface you 
have all the controls at your fingertips. 
To u c h
Press on an element displayed on the touch screen.
Used to start playing back a scene in an index screen, to select 
a setting from the menus, etc.
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Drag
Swipe your finger up and down or left and right across the 
screen. Used to scroll menus, to browse through index screen 
pages or to adjust slider controls like the volume.
On some screens, you can achieve the same effect by touching 
the triangle control buttons.
IMPORTANT
• The camcorder features a capacitive touch screen. In the following cases, you may not be able to  perform touch operations correctly.
- Using your fingernails or hard-tipped objects, such as ballpoint pens.
- Operating the touch screen with wet or gloved hands.
- Applying excessive force or forcefully scratching the touch screen.
- Attaching commercially available screen protectors or adhesive film onto the touch screen’s surface.
Using the FUNC. Button and Joystick
You can navigate some of the camcorder’s menus and screens using the FUNC. button and joystick 
instead of using the touch panel.
Joystick/SET button
When making a menu selection, push the joystick 
to move the orange selection frame in the menu. 
Then, press the joystick itself ( S) to select the 
menu item indicated by the orange selection frame.
FUNC. button
Press the button to open the FUNC. panel and then 
press again to close the menu after adjusting 
desired settings.
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