Brand: CANON
Category: Camera
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for VIXIA HF11
Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:29 a.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2008
Warranty Information
This is a limited one-year warranty for parts and labor for the VIXIA HF11 in the United States.
Getting Started
Charging the Battery Pack: Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder's DC IN terminal. Ensure the battery pack is fully charged before first use.
Preparing the Wireless Controller: Insert the supplied lithium button battery CR2025 into the wireless controller. Point the controller at the camcorder's remote sensor to operate.
Basic Operation
Recording: Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. Press again to pause. Use the Mode dial to select different recording modes.
Playback: Use the playback buttons on the camcorder or wireless controller to review recorded videos and photos.
Menus: Use the joystick and FUNC. button to navigate menus for settings like Date/Time, Language, and Recording Mode.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Camcorder does not turn on | Battery is not attached or is depleted. | Attach the battery pack. Charge the battery pack. |
| No image displayed on LCD screen | The LCD screen is closed or turned off. | Open the LCD screen. Press the DISP. button. |
| Cannot record video | No memory card inserted or internal memory is full. | Insert a memory card. Ensure there is enough space on the memory card or internal memory. |
| File transfer error | USB cable is not connected properly or driver not installed. | Ensure USB cable is securely connected. Install the necessary drivers from the supplied CD-ROM. |