Canon Vixia mini X User manual

PUB. DIE-0453-000

HD Camcorder

Instruction Manual

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Important Usage Instructions

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PROD-

UCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFER-

ENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright own-

ers and be contrary to copyright laws.

While using the compact power adapter, do not wrap it or cover it with a piece of cloth, and

do not place it in confined narrow spaces.

FCC/IC NOTICE

HD Camcorder, VIXIA mini X systems

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con-

ditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can

radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-

ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to

radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the

user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is con-

nected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the man-

ual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of

the equipment.

Model ID0036 (including WLAN Module Model RF401, FCC ID: AZD401)

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to

the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or trans-

mitter.

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using

low-power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are

absolutely safe. Low-power wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the

microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heat-

ing tissue), exposure to low-level RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known

adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological

effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings

have not been confirmed by additional research. This model has been tested and found to comply

with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC

radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure

rules.

Canon U.S.A., Inc.

One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA

Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666)

The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to

disconnect the plug in case of an accident.

CAUTION:

• Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of bat-

teries.

• Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under direct

sunlight, fire, etc.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In these safety instructions the word "apparatus" refers to the Canon HD Camcorder VIXIA mini X

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 plug. A polarized plug has

two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third

grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided

plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

9 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

12 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has

been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been

spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or

moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

CA-110 identification plate is located on the bottom.

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CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR

BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,

within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert the user to the presence of

uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the

product’s enclosure, that may be of

sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of

electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point, within an

equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the

user to the presence of important operating

and maintenance (servicing) instructions in

the literature accompanying the product.

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CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

REGIONS OF USE

The VIXIA mini X is in compliance (as of January 2014) with the radio signal regulations of

the regions listed below. For details on other regions where it can be used, make inquiries

with the contacts listed at the end of this instruction manual (A310).

Model

ID0036: VIXIA mini X

Trademark Acknowledgements

• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.

• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United

States and/or other countries.

• App Store, iPad, iPhone, iTunes and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and

other countries.

• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trade-

marks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States

and other countries.

• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation

and Sony Corporation.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• Google, Android, Google Play, YouTube are trademarks of Google Inc.

• Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc.

• IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under

license.

• Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• Wi-Fi Certified, WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• WPS as used on the camcorder’s settings, onscreen displays and in this manual signifies Wi-Fi Pro-

tected Setup.

• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their

respective companies.

• This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.

REGIONS

Canada, Hong Kong S.A.R., South Korea, Taiwan, USA

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• “Full HD 1080” refers to Canon camcorders compliant with high-definition video com-

posed of 1,080 vertical pixels (scanning lines).

• This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be

used for encoding MPEG-4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant

video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and non-commercial purpose or (2) by a video provider

licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video. No license is granted or implied

for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.

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About this Manual and Camcorder

Thank you for purchasing the Canon VIXIA mini X. Please read

this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it

for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate cor-

rectly, refer to Troubleshooting (A249).

Conventions Used in this Manual

• “Scene” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the

start/stop button or touch [Ü] to start recording until you

press the start/stop button or touch [Ñ] to stop recording.

• Brackets [ ] are used to refer to onscreen controls you need to

touch (menus, buttons, etc.) and to messages as they are dis-

played on the screen.

Important precautions related to the camcorder’s opera-

tion.

Additional notes and topics that complement the basic

operating procedures.

Restrictions, requirements or preconditions regarding the

function described.

AReference page number within this manual.

>This arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For a

detailed explanation on how to use the menus, refer to

Using the Menus (A48).

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• The photos included in this manual are simulated pictures

taken with a still camera.

• Illustrations of the camcorder’s screen or a computer’s screen

included in this manual may show only relevant parts of the

screen.

•Navigation buttons: The navigation bar at the bottom of the

page offers up to four buttons to let you get quickly to the

information you want to find.

Jump to the general table of contents.

Go to a list of select functions grouped by their uses in

real-life situations. This alternative index can be very

useful for beginners who encounter a particular chal-

lenge but are not sure of what function to use.

Jump to the alphabetical index.

The button with a number in it will take you to the

beginning of the current chapter, where you will find an

overview of the information and related functions cov-

ered in that chapter. Note that the icon itself will

change depending on the chapter you are currently

reading.

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• Observe the following precautions while the cam-

corder's ACCESS indicator is on or flashing. Failing to

do so may result in permanent data loss or damage to

the memory card.

- Do not open the memory card slot cover.

- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the

camcorder.

- Do not press and hold the ^button.

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Table of Contents

Important Usage Instructions...................................... 2

About this Manual and Camcorder............................. 7

The Camcorder’s Functions in Real-Life

Situations .................................................................. 16

Unique functions for special cases ........................... 16

Getting the look you want......................................... 17

Challenging subjects and shooting conditions .......... 18

Playback, editing and others .................................... 19

Wireless functions .................................................... 20

Getting to Know the Camcorder ............................... 22

Supplied Accessories............................................... 22

Names of Parts ........................................................ 23

Preparations........................................................ 30

Charging the Battery Pack ........................................ 32

Using a Memory Card ............................................... 37

Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the

Camcorder............................................................... 37

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