The HDMI OUT terminal on the camcorder is for output only. I'm purchasing the Gefen Detective to solve a similar issue. When you play back your 16:9 movies on standard TV sets with a 4:3 aspect ratio, the TV set will switch automatically to widescreen mode if it is compatible with the Video ID-1 system. : 65.24% less body volume On the TV, select the component terminal to which you connected the camcorder as the video input. Be sure to turn off the camcorder and the TV when making the connections. Remember, too, that the HDMI port on Canon camcorders is not on by default. 2.Use the Stereo Video Cable to connect the camcorder to the TV. If you select [Output Onscreen Displays] from menu and set it to [off], data displayed on the camcorders LCD screen will not appear on the TV screen. The VIXIA HF G20 can deliver simultaneous output to both the Electronic Viewfinder with pro-style large eye cap, and the bright 3.5-inch Touch Panel LCD. Touch