Canon VIXIA HV40 Instruction Manual

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Using the Recording ProgramsAdvanced Functions51NOTESWhen the mode switch is set to , thejoystick guide will not appear.Do not change the position of the modeswitch while recording, as the brightness of theimage may change abruptly.When setting a numeric value (aperture orshutter speed), the number display will flash ifthe aperture or shutter speed is not appropriatefor the recording conditions. In such case,select a different value.[ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE]- If you use a slow shutter speed in dark places,you can obtain a brighter image, but the imagequality may be lower, and the autofocus maynot work well.- The image may flicker when recording withhigh shutter speeds.- Recording movies under fluorescent lights: If thescreen starts to flicker, select [ SHUTTER-PRIO.AE] and set the shutter speed to 1/100.[ APERTURE-PRIO.AE]- The actual range of values available forselection will vary depending on the initial zoomposition.Special Scene: Recording Programs toMatch Special ConditionsRecording in a very bright ski resort orcapturing the full colors of a sunset or afireworks display becomes as easy asselecting a Special Scene recordingprogram.POINTS TO CHECKMode switch:NOTESDo not change the position of the modeswitch while recording, as the brightness of theimage may change abruptly.[ PORTRAIT]/[ SPORTS]/[ BEACH]/[ SNOW]- The picture may not appear smooth duringplayback.[ PORTRAIT]- The blur effect of the background increasesthe more you zoom in (T).[ NIGHT]- Moving subjects may leave a trailingafterimage.- Picture quality may not be as good as in othermodes.- White points may appear on the screen.- Autofocus may not work as well as in othermodes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.[ SNOW]/[ BEACH]- The subject may become overexposed oncloudy days or in shaded places. Check theimage on the screen.[ FIREWORKS]- To avoid camcorder shake, we recommendusing a tripod. Make sure to use a tripodespecially in , as the shutter speedslows down.( 12)FUNC.( 25)Icon of the currently selectedRecording ProgramLast icon on the right(icon of the currently selectedSpecial Scene)Desired optionFUNC.FUNC.COPY