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1. 1 Set REC LEVEL switch to 2 Turn the corresponding dial CH1 or CH2 to adjust each channel s audio level Adjust the audio recording level so that the audio level meter will go to the right of the mark on the side panel s audio level meter or the larger dot on the level meter displayed on the screen only occasionally We recommend using headphones when 1 adjusting the audio level If the input level is too high audio may become distorted even if the audio level indicator shows an appropriate level Use commercially available headphones with a cable no longer than 3 m 55 You can select to synchronize the audio signal with the video signal by adding an equal amount of delay to the audio Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select MONITOR SEL set it to LINE OUT and close the menu If you wish to monitor audio in real time select NORMAL instead With either setting the audio and video signals recorded on the tape will be synchronized O You can a
2. Refer to the connection diagram in the previous section 84 e f connecting to a TV set with 4 3 aspect ratio change the LETTERBOX setting appropriately Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select LETTERBOX set it to ON and close the menu 84 3 Using the SCART Adapter SCART adapter commercially available on Stereo Cable supplied IN OOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOO Signal flow gt Yellow RCA cable commercially available e f connecting to a TV set with a 4 3 aspect ratio change the LETTERBOX setting appropriately Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select LETTERBOX set it to ON and close the menu We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet 1 TV sets equipped with the WSS System Recordings made with 16 9 aspect ratio 38 will be played automatically in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S S1 VIDEO terminal or the VIDEO terminal O During fast forward playback rewind pla
3. In Manual mode you can use the Push AE function when you want the camcorder to re establish optimal exposure settings by automatically adjusting the EXP LOCK PUSH AE aperture and gain if the GAIN dial is set to A Press the PUSH AE button and hold it pressed down e The camcorder will adjust the aperture value and gain to achieve optimal exposure W mark above the exposure indicator e After you release the button the aperture value and gain if the GAIN dial is set to A set by the camcorder will override the previous settings made in M Manual mode of the lens attached cannot be controlled from the camcorder You can use the custom keys M 75 or the SYSTEM SETUP E LCK B LCK setting to prevent the accidental operation of the PUSH AE button 1 The Push AE function is not available when no lens is attached to the camcorder or if the aperture 62 Recording Shutter Priority Tv Mode Available shutter speeds when recording movies 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 25 1 50 1 120 1 250 1 500 1 1000 1 2000 1 4000 1 8000 1 16000 CS clear scan Availabl
4. E SDi D ee CD Eye 20 1 Focus ring 42 2 Dioptric adjustment lever 1 21 2 RESET button 146 3 Color viewfinder 19 22 13 Memory card slot 30 4 STEREO MONO microphone selector 0 54 14 ND filter operating ring A 47 5 Lock screw Q 21 15 ND filter unlock button 47 6 Viewfinder cable 19 16 STABILIZER ON OFF switch 57 2 Lock release button 22 42 POSITION PRESET switch 41 8115 ring 61 64 18 gt AF switch 42 9 Zoom ring 40 POSITION PRESET ON SET switch 41 49 Lens hood 26 9 Focus mode switch 1 43 10 Right side view DG S video terminal 84 2 VIDEO OUT terminal BNC 84 S VIDEO IN OUT terminal RCA 84 4 OUT terminals CH1 CH2 RCA A 86 5 IN terminals CH1 CH2 RCA 54 6 Terminal cover 7 Battery attachment unit 15 8 BATT RELEASE button 15 9HD SD SDI terminal 82 dO GENLOCK terminal 50 d TC OUT terminal 50 8 18 only es n ij a EE 5 cr c 5 d2TC IN terminal 50 13 S
5. Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button Activating the function will reverse the displayed image both upside down and right left This affects only the display and the video signal being output from all terminals will not change e When using XL lenses designed for HDV recording the Flip EVF function will be deactivated while displaying the menu screens e Flip EVF can only be operated with the custom keys SDI OUTPUT SDI Output Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The SDI output setup menu appears FOCUS LIMIT Focus Limit 46 9 9 9 Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 2 button The focus limit is activated Press the button again to cancel it DATA CODE Data Code m 113 9999 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9
6. You can select the amount of information shown on the screen from full partial or no display Repeatedly pressing the EVF DISPLAY button will cycle through the options in the following sequence Y Level 11 All screen displays Level 2 Customized displays 106 date time Level 3 Markers safety zone guides date time Level 4 No displays This level cannot be selected if SYSTEM SETUP GA ALL DISPLAY is set to DISABLE 2 If DISPLAY SETUP 29 GUIDE INFO is set to D T DISPLAY the date and time will be displayed if it is set to CUSTOM KEYS the functions currently assigned to the custom keys will be displayed instead 3 This level cannot be selected if DISPLAY SETUP MARKERS SAFETY ZONE and GUIDE INFO are all set OFF 1 camcorder s on screen displays will also appear a connected external TV or monitor Reviewing the Recording A In record pause mode this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording Press and release the record review button The camcorder rewinds the tape plays back the last few seconds and returns to record pause mode If the current video signal standard is different from the signal standard in which the tape was recorded
7. 580 Il Extender XL SBR 1000 Shooting 1 6x Brace Memory SD SDHC MMC WL D5000 Wireless 16x IS Il Zoom ee Controller Lens XL 5 5 88 mm EA MiniDV Video Cassette Ratio Converter 5 16x Manual Zoom Lens XL 5 4 86 4 i CB 920 Car Battery DC 920 Adapter FS 72U T DC Coupler Filter Set 20x IS Zoom Lens BP 930 BP 945 XL 5 4 108 mm BP 950G BP 970G B Battery Pack 4 920 Compact HD 20x L IS Zoom Lens XL 5 4 108 mm Letea BP 930 BP 945 BP 950G BP 970G F Battery Pack HD Video Lens 20x Zoom CH 910 Dual Battery XL 5 4 108 mm L IS Ill Charger Holder PL C 82 mm 3 Circular o Polarizing Filter External Monitor Cable HD Video Lens 6x Zoom XL 3 4 20 4 HC 3200 System Case 82 mm Protection 1000 Filter colorless Component Video 4 Cable EF Adapter XL lt VCR N S Video Cable gt S EF lens Stereo Cable ES 10 Video Cable SCART TV adapter Cy A CV 250F DV Cable Tripod Adapter Base Digital Device 148 A Can be attached to the HD 20x LIS HD 20x LIS 1 HD 6x L 20x LIS 16x IS 16x manual zoom lenses only recording in SD mode EF S lenses cannot be used When you use the FU 1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder with this camcorder y
8. Concerning Copyright Copyright Precaution Certain pre recorded video tapes films and other materials as well as some television programs are copyrighted Unauthorized recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws Copyright Signals During playback If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals for protection of software COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED appears for a few seconds and the camcorder displays a blank blue screen You cannot playback the contents of the tape During recording If you try to record from software that contains copyright control signals for protection of software COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED appears You cannot record the contents of the software You cannot record copyright protection signals to a tape using this camcorder 1 We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals Analog Digital Converter Using the camcorder you can convert analog video input signals to a digital video signal SD standard and output it through the HDV DV terminal c EMm wl wills elo Eje Meet ___ Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select gt DV set it to ON and close the menu Depending on the signal sent from the connected device the conversion from analog to digital a gt signals might not work properly e
9. nnn nina nnn nein sn rss 63 Recording in Aperture Priority AV eiei iiaiai neraed 64 Adjusting TG 65 65 PERENNE m T E 66 mmm 67 69 ota E A EN 70 Mey ea Metso carseat ae 5 Tm memi 72 veloc ive Noise REOUICHION T 73 ricis QE ___ _ 74 75 Color Bars Audio Reference 79 1 HP ee ates ete 79 External Connections Mideo signal utpul Stand ars dar 80 Connecting TV a E 81 Audio QUU eC 86 Dora VIGGO OMG er 88 Recording an External Video Signal HDV DV In Analog 1 89 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals Analog Digital 90 Connecting Compito ouod
10. To protect your recordings from accidental erasure slide the tab on the cassette to the left This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF you load a protected cassette in recording mode the message THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION appears for approx 4 seconds and starts flashing If you wish to record on that cassette slide the tab back to the right Memory Card transfer the still images recorded on the memory disc to a computer use a commercially available card reader or PC PCMCIA memory card adapter Olnitialize new memory cards with the camcorder Memory cards initialized with other devices such as a computer may not operate correctly OWe recommend backing up memory card images to your computer s hard drive or other external memory device Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity Canon makes no warranties for corrupted or lost data not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity or high temperature not disassemble memory cards not bend drop or subject memory cards to shocks and do not expose them to water OMoving a memory card rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation to form on its external and internal surfaces If condensation forms on the card put it
11. you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time store it in a place free of dust with low humidity and at temperatures not higher than 30 C OBefore using the camcorder after a long storage period check the functions of your camcorder to make sure that the camcorder is still working properly Cleaning Camcorder Body and Lens 5 a soft dry cloth to clean the camcorder body and lens Never use chemically treated cloth or volatile solvents such as paint thinner LCD Screen OClean the LCD screen using a commercially available leans cleaning cloth OCondensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temperature changes suddenly Wipe it with a soft dry cloth Viewfinder AC CN gt 141 jeuonippy 1 Open the protecting cover e g using a flathead screwdriver 2 Clean the glass with a cotton swab 3 Reattach the protecting cover 1 careful not to scratch the glass when cleaning it Battery Pack Handling Precautions DANGER Treat the battery pack with care e Keep it away from fire or it might explode Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 C Do not leave it near a heater or inside a car in hot weather Do not try to disassemble or modify it Do not drop or knock it e Do not get it wet OCharged battery packs continue to discharge naturally Therefore char
12. 9 9 9 9 Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 2 button The data code appears Press the button again to hide the data code 78 Color Bars Audio Reference Signal You can generate and record color bars signals and 1 kHz audio reference signal With the customized functions 100 you can choose between EBU 1 and SMPTE color bars FYPE 2 and you can also select the strength of the audio signal 12 dB 18 dB or 20 dB 1 Select the standard of the color bars signal COLOR BARS and the strength of the audio reference signal 1kHz TONE with nel e the customized functions m 100 ir iS 2 Press the BARS FADE SELECT button to display the 48 color bars icon Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the options in the following order 89 display starts flashing 3 Press the BARS FADE ON OFF button e The color bars appear and the audio reference signal is emitted if activated Press the Start Stop button to record the signal e f you set the custom function 1 2 TONE to OFF the current audio input microphone line in etc will be recorded as the audio signal Faders You can choose to fade to from white or to from black as PLAY M A 1 While recording or record pause mode press the BARS FADE SELECT button to display the white fader or 88 black fad
13. 128 Additional Information MenuvOptions and Default Settings a ea ee ee 129 Settings Memorized Retained iu Rus ku RE diua i Ed dos 137 138 LiStof E MP dE LS ake ee 140 S O 2 tunes esa at 141 lieet T 146 9 148 Opuotidl AGCOSSOlIIBS cuti Li c cH Dc A DA 150 cC uobis 153 MAER c 156 Checking the Supplied Accessories CA 920 Compact Power Adapter DC 920 DC Coupler HDVM E63PR Digital Videocassette LP Sars i EE 2 Microphone Unit c Adjustment Band for the external microphone holder Camcorder Dust Cap Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom XL 5 4 108 mm LIS Ill incl soft case 9500 WL D5000 Wireless Controller 2 X R6 Batteries for the wireless controller 55 1100 Shoulder Strap Lens Hood Components Guide Left side view 00 GO oO oo CDLIGHT button 2END SEARCH button 39
14. you do not use the camcorder for a period of approximately 3 months the built in rechargeable battery will discharge completely and the date and time settings will be lost In that case recharge the built in battery 16 and set the time zone date and time again 32 Changing the Date Format You can select between three date formats JAN 1 2008 1 JAN 2008 and 2008 1 1 _ M Tv O MENU RW pem ____ Open the menu and select SYSTEM SETUP Select the D TIME SET submenu and then select DATE FORMAT Select a date format and close the menu Changing the Display Language The default language for displays and menu items is English The language can be changed to German Spanish French Italian Polish Russian simplified Chinese or Japanese Cu m MENU ura pam To change the display language open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select LANGUAGE select a language and close the menu the setting The displays and at the bottom of the screen refer to the names of buttons on the camcorder and will not change regardless of the language selected 1 If you have mistakenly changed the language follow the mark next to the menu item to change 33 Recording Before You Begin Recording Make test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly If necessary clean the
15. 1 560 000 504 3 1 170 000 2 4 in wide 16 9 aspect ratio TFT color approx 215 000 pixels RGB delta configuration M S Stereo electret condenser microphone XL interchangeable mount system TTL autofocus manual focusing with focus ring with the HD 20x L 15 Ill lens Auto white balance pre set white balance indoor outdoor custom white balance or color temperature setting 0 4 Ix with HD 20x L IS Lens 50i 25F mode Manual mode Shutter speed 1 3 F1 6 Gain 18 dB More than 100 Ix 0 4 to 100 000 Ix 50i 25F SDHC SD High Capacity memory card SD memory card MultiMedia MMC 1920 x 1080 1440 x 1080 848 x 480 640 x 480 pixels Design rule for Camera File system DCF Exif 2 2 compliant DPOF compliant JPEG compression Super Fine Fine Normal The camcorder s operations have been tested with SD SDHC memory cards up to 16 GB Performance cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards The camcorder supports Exif 2 2 also called Exif Print Exif Print is a standard for enhancing the communication between camcorders and printers By connecting to an Exif Print compliant printer the camcorder s image data at the time of shooting is used and optimized yielding extremely high quality prints jeuonippy 153 Terminals HD SD SDI Terminal HDV DV Terminal COMPONENT OUT Terminal S video Terminal Video Terminal Audio Out Terminals C headphone Terminal
16. SELECT NEN Changing Custom Preset Parameters 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CUSTOM PRESET submenu The custom preset submenu appears 2 Select 82 EDIT from the column on the left The cursor will move to the bottom bar of the custom preset editing screen To return one level back to the options on the column on the left select 7 RETURN and press the SET button 3 From the bottom bar select 7 SELECT CP and then select the name of the custom preset file you want to change The overview display shows in shortened form the current settings of the parameters of the custom preset file selected 4 From the bottom bar select itj TUNE The first parameter GAM of the custom preset file will be highlighted in blue 5 Turn the SELECT dial to select a parameter you want to adjust and press the SET File name of the currently selected custom preset file Overview of the content of the custom preset file Back to the options on the left side bar Reset the custom preset to default values Protect the custom preset file uol eZIWIOJSNYD button the adjustment the selection as necessary and press the SET button e During the adjustment you can verify the effect on the screen e Repeat this step to adjust all the parameters you want to change 6 When you finish adjusting all the parameters you want to change in the custom preset file sel
17. Unavailable items will appear grayed out Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu 31 Date Time and Language Settings Set the time zone date and time when you first start using your camcorder or if the built in rechargeable battery has discharged completely Setting the Time Saving Time Tv CILE TIERE TOT _ 1 Press the MENU button 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select SYSTEM SETUP gt and press the SET button 3 Select D TIME SET V and then select T ZONE DST and press the SET button The time zone setting appears The default setting is Paris 4 Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that matches your time zone and press the SET button To adjust for daylight saving time select the time zone marked with gt Setting the Date and Time M Tv ipi p DATE TIME 1 JAN 2008 5 Select D TIME SET 7 and press the SET button The year display starts flashing 6 Turn the SELECT dial to select the year and press the SET button e The month starts flashing e Set the rest of the date and time in the same way 7 Press the MENU button to close the menu and start the clock Displaying the Date and Time while Recording You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select GUIDE INFO set it to D T DISPLAY and close the menu
18. When playing back a tape recorded HDV standard video output from the HD SD SDI terminal will be a signal modified from the HDV video You can down convert the video output with the respective menu settings HD SD SDI terminal COMPONENT OUT terminal HDV DV terminal Standard of LETTERBOX Daan e the tape setting Unchanged 4425 Unchanged 4 ngs Unchanged HDV OFF 1080 50i 576 50i 10800 576 50i 1080 50 576 50 1080 50 ON 576 501 576 501 HDV OFF 1080 5018 576 501 1080 5018 576 501 1080 25 ON 576 508 576 508 di only 2 SIGNAL SETUP SDI set to SD LOCKED 3 SIGNAL SETUP COMP OUT set to 576i SIGNAL SETUP HD DOWN CONV set to ON 16 9 picture is horizontally squeezed to a 4 3 aspect ratio 6 On screen displays will not be embedded in the video output even if SIGNAL SETUP SDI OUTPUT is set to ON OSD 7 On screen displays will not be embedded in the video output even if DISPLAY SETUP TV SCREEN is set to ON 9 Converted to 50i 80 Connecting to Monitor TV The different recording modes and the corresponding output terminals are given in the table below HD SD SDI Terminal COMPONENT OUT HDV DV VIDEO and Terminal Terminal Terminals HD LETTERBOX 1920x1080 D3 1440x1080 MPEG TS v LETTERBOX SD SDI D1 SD MPEG TS o SD 16 9 LETTERBOX 640x480 D1 SD DV SD v LETTER
19. values to get more detail in the shadows SET Setup Level Output NORMAL CINE1 Representation of the setting Input Output HIGH MIDDLE LOW STRETCH MIDDLE PRESS Representation of the setting Input uoneziulojsn 2 Adjust the setup level in the range 9 to 9 The setup level lowers or raises the whole gamma curve controlling the darkest level of black in the image Set values to get a darker image or set values to get a brighter image Depending on the value set for the master pedestal PED the setup level may not be able to take negative value As a result adjusting the setup value within a certain value range will have no effect 97 Sharpness Adjust the sharpness level in the range 9 to 9 Noise artifacts caused by too high sharpness settings can be reduced using the coring setting HDF Horizontal Detail Frequency Select the horizontal definition of the image from HIGH MIDDLE or LOW DHV Horizontal Vertical Detail Balance Adjust the balance between horizontal and vertical definition of the image in the range 9 only horizontal to 9 only vertical COR Corin Adjust the coring level in the range 9 to 9 Set higher coring values to help reduce the noise artifacts caused by high sharpness levels NR1 Noise Reduction 1 You can select from OFF HIGH MIDDLE or LOW to reduce the noise caused by shooting in dark places or by i
20. 110 DRIVE MODE button 120 13 WL D5000 Wireless Controller button 0 117 2 START STOP button 34 3 MENU button 31 4 TV SCREEN button 76 5 SLIDESHOW button 123 DATA CODE button Gq 113 INDEX WRITE button 76 8 AUDIO MONITOR button 86 9 END SEARCH button 39 SEARCH SELECT button 112 113 1 REC PAUSE button 89 2 REW 49 button 110 ZERO SET MEMORY button GQ 112 4 button 110 5 PAUSE button 110 14 09 9 69 edo 19 REMOTE SET button 114 47 AV DV button 90 19 Zoom buttons 40 19 Menu selection buttons 31 00 SET button 31 QD CARD button 0 123 22 CARD button 123 3 MIX BALANCE buttons 86 24 aa gt buttons 112 113 Q5 PLAY button 110 26 FF gt button 110 27 button 110 28 5 button 00 110 Q9 X2 button 110 G9 SLOW button 110 Preparing the Power Supply Charging the Battery Pack Disconnect the DC coupler from the compact power adapter before charging Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack 1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter 2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 3 Attach the battery pack to the compact power adapter e Press lightly and slide the battery pack in the di
21. 31 OFF MIC SENSIT NORMAL HIGH XLR 1 TRIM 1298 6dB OdB 6dB 12dB XLR 2 TRIM OUTPUT LEVEL 1Vrms 2Vrms XLR ALC LINK LINK SEP AUD LIMITER ON OFF 1 Available only when recording in standard definition SD OUTPUT LEVEL Select the amplitude of the audio output signal E CARD OPERATIONS Menu item Setting options ERASE ALL iy ORD NO YES ERASE ALL IMAGES NO YES INITIALIZE CANCEL INITIALIZE COMPL INIT After opening the menu from the index screen On PROTECT PRINT ORDER After pressing the SET button IMAGE ERASE CANCEL ERASE PROTECT OFF ON PRINT ORDER 0 COPIES SLIDESHOW CANCEL START E e e E E e VCR PLAY CAMERA CARD VCR PLAY CARD Ra 55 86 53 86 53 53 55 86 55 55 RA 128 125 127 126 128 125 126 128 123 1 Available only when you press the SET button within the time set for the CAMERA SETUP REVIEW setting immediately after recording if it is set to OFF 131 jeuonippy B DISPLAY Menu item Submenu item and Setting options I EVF SETUP EVF BW MODE ON OFF e 22 BRIGHTNESS 0 23 to 22 CONTRAST 0 23 to 22 COLOR 0 3 to 3 SHARPNESS 2 1 to 4 PEAKING SETUP PEAKING1 GAIN 8 OFF to 15 44 FREQUENCY 2 1 to 4 PEAKING2 GAIN 15 OFF to 15 FREQUENCY
22. VI Audio In Terminals GENLOCK Terminal TC IN Terminal 98 18 TC OUT Terminal 3 LANC Terminal EVF 1 2 Terminals Power Others Power supply rated Power consumption Operating temperature Dimensions W x H x D Weight Lens The lens angle of view may change when it is mounted on the XL 15 XL H1A Refer to the following table BNC jack output only 0 8 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced SDI 576 50i ITU R BT 656 SMPTE 272M SMPTE RP 188 LTC HD SDI SMPTE 292M SMPTE 299M SMPTE RP 188 LTC Special 6 pin connector IEEE1394 compliant input output 1080i D3 576i D1 compatible 4 pin mini DIN jack 1 Vp p 75 ohms Y signal 0 3 Vp p 75 ohms C signal VIDEO IN OUT RCA jack input output VIDEO OUT BNC jack output only 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced RCA jacks L R 12 dBV 47 kohm load output level 1Vrms full scale 12 dB 3 kohms or less 3 5 mm stereo mini jack to 12 dBV 16 ohm load volume range Min to Max 50 ohms or less FRONT MIC 3 5 mm stereo mini jack unbalanced ATT 20 dB sensitivity 61 dBV manual volume center normal sensitivity full scale 12 dB 600 ohms AUDIO IN RCA jack unbalanced sensitivity 12 dBV 47 kohm load full scale 12 dB INPUT CH1 CH2 XLR jack pint shield pin2 hot pin3 cold ATT 20 dB 2 sets sensitivity XLR MIC 60 dBu manual volume center normal sensitivity full scale 18 dB 600 ohms XLR LINE 4 dBu manual volume cent
23. F1 6 F1 8 F2 0 F2 2 F2 4 F2 6 F2 8 F3 2 F3 4 F3 7 F4 0 F4 4 F4 8 F5 2 F5 6 F6 2 F6 7 F7 3 F8 0 F8 7 F9 5 F10 F11 F12 214 F15 F16 F17 F19 F21 F22 CLOSE Can only be selected if the custom function IRIS LIMIT is set to OFF Cu w M T 1 Set the dial to Av 2 Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring only lenses with manual iris ring like the HD 20x L IS III lens With the custom function RINGS DIRECTION 100 you can change the direction of the adjustment when you turn the iris ring and IRIS dial the setting is common to both Settings other than the aperture value shutter speed etc are adjusted automatically 1 Using exposure lock to adjust the exposure manually will change the aperture overriding the value selected in Av mode When the GAIN dial is set to A automatic gain the numeric value on the screen flashes when the selected aperture is not appropriate for the recording condition In such case readjust the aperture When the built in ND filter is activated the picture may become dark when you set a high aperture value In such case turn off the ND Filter first and readjust the aperture With the custom function IRIS LIMIT 100 you can activate the iris limit to prevent the aperture from closing below the diffraction limit of the lens If the iris limit is not activated aperture values that exceed the d
24. PLAYBACK STD Setting HDV DV HDV No output No output DV No output No output DV DV OThe down converted output video signal will always be 50i regardless of the frame rate of the original recording OEven if the audio was originally recorded using all 4 channels with another camcorder only channels 1 and 2 will be output 129 jeuonippy CAMERA SETUP Menu item AGC LIMIT SKIN DETAIL SELECTIVE NR COLOR CORR F SPEED PSET CLEAR SCAN FB FOCUS PRI REVIEW FOCUS LIMIT Submenu item and Setting options OFF 18dB 15dB 12dB 9dB 6dB 3dB EFFECT LEVEL OFF LOW S MIDDLE Q HIGH amp HUE 0 6 to 6 CHROMA 0 6 to 6 AREA 0 6 to 6 Y LEVEL 0 6 to 6 EFFECT LEVEL OFF LOWED MIDDLE HIGH EET HUE 0 6 to 6 CHROMA 0 6 to 6 AREA 0 6 to 6 Y LEVEL 0 6 to 6 CORRECT OFF A B Q A amp B Q A hREA SEL COLOR PHASE 0 0 to 15 B AREA SEL CHROMA 0 6 to 6 AREA 3 1 to 4 Y LEVEL 0 6 to 6 A AREA REV R GAIN 0 6 to 6 B AREA REV B GAIN 0 6 to 6 4 4 to 1 50 2Hz 50 2Hz to 200 3Hz AF ADJUST MF ADJUST SET DEFAULT ON OFF OFF 2sec 4sec 6sec 8sec 10sec ON OFF RECORDING SETUP Menu item DV REC MODE UB REC UB SELECT IMG QUALITY IMAGE SIZE HD IMG SIZE FILE NOS Setting options SP LP INT USR BIT EXT USR BIT 00 00 00 00 TIME DATE SUPER FINE 4 FINE 4 NORMAL MODE SELECT switch at
25. Preparations 99 9 9 HHH 9 1 Point the camcorder to face subject and secure it place Place the camcorder at a distance of at least 1 m from the subject Avoid subjects that are difficult to focus on at full wide angle 2 Zoom out to full wide angle 3 Set the dial to Av and set the aperture to full open 4 Zoom in to full telephoto Make sure the subject remains in the center of the frame at full telephoto as well as at full wide angle 5 Check that the exposure conditions are appropriate necessary use the ND filter 26 AF Adjustment 99 HHH HHH HHH HHH HHH HHH 1 Press the MENU button 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select CAMERA SETUP and press the SET button 3 Sele
26. aja NES Set the FRAME RATE switch to the desired position 50i Mode F1 or F2 25F Mode he selected frame rate appears on screen If the position of the FRAME RATE switch is changed while recording the frame rate will not change immediately it will change once you pause the recording Video recorded in 25F can only be played back with compatible devices and can only be edited with software that supports 25F For software and hardware compatibility consult the relevant customer support center 48 Setting the Time Code You can select the running mode of the camcorder s time code You can enter the initial value for the FREE RUN and the REC RUN settings REC RUN The time code runs only when recording REC RUN PS The time code runs only when recording starting from a preset value FREE RUN time code runs regardless of the operation of the camcorder VCR EH c M Tv SIGNAL SETUP j TIME CODE W REC RUN 1 Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select the TIME CODE submenu and then COUNT UP Select a setting option and close the menu REC RUN Close the menu REC RUN PS FREE RUN Continue the procedure to set the initial value 2 Select SET The hours display flashes 3 Set the time code s initial value Turn the SELECT dial to set the value for the hours and press the SET button Set
27. 113 Master pedestal eda RO Rd d 97 Date and time 32 a 30 143 Date format eee eee encase ees 33 MENU 31 129 Date 113 Metering MOQdE SR ond neta 121 DO dea ite pede adu ris 16 WICTOPMONG 23 54 Drive mode 120 Microphone attenuator 54 55 BERT 88 E 47 Easy recording programmed AE mode 59 Night programmed AE mode 58 Embedded audio 56 NH noise reduction 98 End vo bute bea ba e Idae S 39 Erasing still images 125 Error messages 140 Peaking focus assist 44 ee SEED a 65 Phantom power microphone 54 Exposure 65 Playback Movies 110 External synchronization 50 Playback Still images 123 External video input 89 POWER dial 66 9 156 Power save 35 8 2 128 P
28. 390 min 305 min 220 min 185 min 230 min 185 min 235 min 190 min 455 min 420 min 330 min 425 min 330 min 435 min 340 min 390 min 310 min 435 min 340 min 245 min 190 min 250 min 195 min 260 min 205 min 230 min 185 min 260 min 205 min 905 min 1 Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start stop zooming power on off Actual time may be shorter Optional 17 18 Battery XL 1 Maximum Recording Time HD 20x L IS Ill Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Typical Recording Time HD 20x L IS Ill Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Playback Time supplied color viewfinder Maximum Recording Time HD 20x L IS Ill Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 20x LIS I Lens HD 20x LIS Il Lens HD 20x L IS Il Lens HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder 20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Typi
29. 99 SHES HHO 1 Detach the viewfinder cable 2 Loosen the lock screw and slide the viewfinder unit off the bracket 19 Attaching and Detaching the Eye You can change the position of the eye cup for use with either the left or right eye Detach the eye cup and reattach it when changing the position of the eye cup for right or left eye use Attaching the Eye Cup Align the hole for the dioptric adjustment lever with the lever and the eye cup into position Right eye use Left eye use Detach the eye cup as shown in the illustration 20 Adjusting the Position of the V
30. END SEARCH GAIN SET ZOOM FOCUS IRIS CURSOR SHUTTER MARKER ASPECT SAFETY MAGN PEAKING AE SHIFT IRIS M OFF OFF Only with lens that supports this function 2 Only during exposure lock o Tv o List of Custom Functions and Setting Options The default value for all items is the option assigned to OO 0 SHCKLSS WB GN Shockless White Balance Gain OFF OFF FAST shockless setting will ensure softer transition when changing the white balance mode Shockless gain will not function when changing the gain setting from to 3 dB or 36 dB Setting Options WHITE BALANCE Shockless white balance OFF ON GAIN Shockless gain OFF ON ZOOM RING CTRL Zoom Ring Control Selects the sensitivity of the response when operating the zoom ring Setting Options NORMAL SLOW FAST VCR PLAY 103 uoneziulojsn 2 ZOOM SPEED Zoom Speed Selects the set of 16 constant zoom speeds that will be available when the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT e When the zoom speed is too fast less than 2 seconds end to end the camcorder will have more trouble focusing automatically while zooming Setting Options NORMAL SLOW FAST FOCUS RING CTRL Focus Ring Control Selects the sensitivity of the response when operating the focus ring Setting Options NORMAL SLOW FAST 71 BUTTONS OPER 1 Bu
31. In mode only you can also set the gain level to 36 0 dB 5 Press the SET button again The gain level display stops flashing and stays on When you select high gain levels the picture may flicker slightly The 36 0 dB gain level in 1 particular allows you to shoot video with a higher sensitivity but is more prone to the appearance of video noise and artifacts white dots vertical streaks or blocking O When the GAIN dial is set to A automatic gain control you can activate the gain limit to prevent the camcorder from setting a level higher than a preset limit between 3 dB and 15 dB Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select AGC LIMIT set the maximum gain level and close the menu 66 White Balance The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate color display under different lighting conditions In addition to the fully automated mode white balance modes include an indoor mode an outdoor mode a color temperature setting and two user defined custom preset values WHITE BALANCE dial Use AWB Automatic adjustment of white balance zx outdoor Bright sunlight 5 600 K 255 indoor Incandescent light 3 200 K 8 color temperature Setting depending on the hue of a specific lighting 2 000 15 000 K in 100 K increments Custom Preset A B Custom preset 3 200 5 600 K E Selecting the White Balance Setting 1 Set the POWER dial to a r
32. LOCK _ y pi 5 2 L S NR 72 m 4 1 MAGN 109 21 Playing Back If the playback picture is distorted clean the video heads using Canon DVM CL video head cleaning cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette 19 144 Select a playback standard according to the tape you wish to play back REW lt lt PLAY FF 000 STOP REB SLOWI gt 2 Tv PLAYBACK 5 1 Set the dial to 2 Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select PLAYBACK STD and set it to AUTO HDV or DV to match the tape you wish to playback 3 Close the menu Special Playback Modes All special playback modes except for fast forward playback rewind playback and playback pause can only be operated with the wireless controller HDV Pil playback pause To pause playback press the If button on the camcorder or the PAUSE button on the wireless controller during normal playback 4 rewind playback gt gt fast forward playback Press down and hold the lt lt or gt P button on the camcorder or the REW 49 or FF gt P button on the wireless controller during normal playback rewind or fast forward to enter the fast playback at 8x the normal playb
33. Memory card not is inserted into the camcorder No images are recorded on the memory card When the playback standard is already set in the camcorder you attempted to input a video signal in a standard different from that set When the playback standard is already set in the camcorder you attempted to play back a tape in a video standard different from that set Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape Remove the cassette and reinsert it You have not set the time zone date and time This message appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time zone date and time Tape reached the end Rewind the tape or replace the cassette SD SDHC memory card is set for erasure prevention Replace the card or change the position of the LOCK switch Close the memory card cover Cassette is protected Replace the cassette or change the position of the protect switch You mounted a lens that does not support still image recording Image is not recorded with JPEG compression or with a compression not compatible with the camcorder or the image file is corrupted 15 89 144 90 90 144 89 30 89 110 29 32 30 143 Maintenance Others Camcorder Handling Precautions not carry the camcorder by the viewfinder the microphone or its cable not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures such as a sun heated car and high humidity not use the camcorder in
34. Pressing the button will lock the EVF MAGNIFYING buton to prevent its accidental operation Press the custom key button again to reactivate the EVF MAGNIFYING button SHTR B LOCK SHUTTER Button Lock Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button Pressing the button will lock the SHUTTER buttons to prevent their accidental operation Press the custom key button again to reactivate the SHUTTER buttons AE D LOCK AE SHIFT Dial Lock HHH HHH HOE Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 2 button Pressing the button will lock the AE SHIFT dial to prevent its accidental operation Press the custom key button again to reactivate the AE SHIFT dial E LCK B LCK EXP LOCK Button Lock 99 HHS HEHE HHH 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 HHH Press
35. Reset Reset Reset jeuonippy 137 Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording You can find additional explanations on pages 36 and 119 Most of the on screen displays and icons can be customized using the custom displays 106 6505 E S9 CAMERA CARD 138 d e G9 09 2 01 25 15 1 6557 T PL CED 1 ai D Programmed 58 2 Shutter speed 63 61 3 Aperture 64 61 4 Exposure lock V 65 AE shift 65 5 Skin detail 72 6 Zoom position Zoom speed 40 Exposure level LL 61 7 Recording standard 38 Frame rate 48 9 Tape operation Recording Stop Record pause A Eject Remote sensor mode V 114 d DV control 88 12 Selective noise reduction 73 43 White balance 67 Custom preset file 92 15 Superimposed character recording 105 Center marker 132 42 Button dial used is locked Gain 66 Custom function 100 200 Still image size quality simultaneous recording LL 115 2 Manual focus 43 22 Focus limit 46 23 Custom keys 75 Date and time 32 4 Focus preset speed 45 25 Color correction 70 Q9 Focusing distance 43 27 Peaking 44 Magnifying 44 09 Wind screen 53 Audio peak limiter 55 6 Audio output 86 82 Au
36. User bit 52 1 Audio level indicator JJ 55 12 Slideshow 123 3 Image protected 126 Image number 116 48 Current image total number of still images 115 Histogram 124 2 Exif information icons 124 Date and time of recording Custom preset data embedded with the still image 95 0 Still image quality size 2 Programmed AE 58 22 Metering mode 121 03 AE shift 65 24 Still image size 115 25 File size 26 Aperture 61 64 27 Shutter speed 61 63 White balance 67 jeuonippy Tape has reached the end CLIO lime code synchronization setting 139 List of Messages alphabetical order Message CARD ERROR CARD FULL CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK CHECK THE HDV DV INPUT CHECK THE LENS CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED ENTERING POWER STANDBY HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS HEADS DIRTY USE CLEANING CASSETTE INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED INPUT SIGNAL NOT SUPPORTED NAMING ERROR NO CARD NO IMAGES PLAYBACK STD LOCKED INCOMPATIBLE VIDEO INPUT PLAYBACK STD LOCKED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED REMOVE THE CASSETTE SET THE TIME ZONE DATE AND TIME TAPE END THE CARD IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION THE MEMORY CARD COVER IS OPEN THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION THIS LENS H
37. WD6 3SE England Telephone 0870 241 2161 Canon Australia Pty Ltd Info Line 131383 www canon com au Canon New Zealand Ltd Customer Care 09 489 0470 www canon co nz Canon Singapore Pte Ltd 1 HarbourFront Avenue 04 01 Keppel Bay Tower Singapore 098632 Tel 65 6799 8888 Fax 65 6799 8882 Canon Hongkong Company Ltd 19 F The Metropolis Tower 10 Metropolis Drive Hunghom Kowloon Hong Kong Canon Latin America Inc Sales amp Enquiries 703 Waterford Way Suite 400 Miami FL 33126 USA The information in this manual is verified as of March 2008 0118W678 PUB DIE 308A 2008 CANON INC 30 2 Shimomaruko 3 chome Ohta ku Tokyo 146 8501 Japan
38. cassette Solution Turn the memory card over and try inserting it again Insert a memory card Replace the memory card or erase images Initialize the memory card Set FILE NOS to RESET and insert a new memory card Set the dial to VOR PLAY and the card tape switch to CC Cancel the protection Change the position of the write protect switch on the memory card to unlock it Turn off the camcorder Remove and reinsert the memory card Initialize the memory card if flashing persists Sometimes air bubbles may form inside the lens in airplanes or on high mountains This is not a malfunction The air bubbles disappear in about 1 week 64 21 54 54 55 55 110 29 144 144 30 30 125 127 116 123 143 127 99 99 of the pixels operating to specification Less than 0 01 of the pixels may occasionally misfire appear as black red green or blue dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction 147 jeuonippy System Diagram Availability differs from area to area ZR 1000 Zoom Remote Controller 78 2000 Zoom Remote Controller FU 2000 Color Viewfinder Unit FU 1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit Speedlite Flash 420EX 430EX 88 1100 Shoulder Strap 550 580
39. memory card O Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards About SDHC Memory Cards SDHC is the new type of SD memory card with capacities over 2 GB Please note that the specifications of SDHC memory cards are different from those of regular SD cards and you will not be able to use memory cards of over 2 GB with devices that do not support SDHC However SDHC devices including this camcorder are backward compatible and you can use regular SD cards with them 30 Changing Settings with the MENU Button Many of the camcorder s functions can be changed from the on screen menu Selecting Menus and Settings 1 Press the MENU button to open the menu 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select a submenu and press the SET button 3 Turn the SELECT dial to select a menu item and press the SET button 4 Turn the SELECT dial to select a setting option and press the SET button 5 Press the MENU button to close the menu e O The 5 and icons displayed at the bottom of the screen will give you additional indications about the function of these controls in specific situations O You may find it more convenient to use the wireless controller to operate the menu Press the MENU button on the wireless controller to open or close the menu Use the menu selection buttons AW of the wireless controller instead of the SELECT dial and press the SET button on the wireless controller to save the settings or make a selection
40. optional ZR 2000 Remote Zoom Controller you can have complete control of the main operations of the camcorder while reviewing the on screen picture without touching the camcorder O This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories When you use Canon video equipment we recommend e AS Canon brand accessories or products bearing the same mark Dy 152 Specifications XL 1 XL H1A System Video Recording System Audio Recording System Television System Tape Format Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time 60 min cassette Fast Forward Rewind Time Image Sensor Viewfinder Microphone Lens Mount AF System White Balance Minimum Illumination Recommended Illumination Subject Illumination Range Memory Card Recording media Size of Images on the Card File Format Image Compression Method Rotary head helical scanning digital component recording High Definition Video 1080i Consumer digital VCR SD system MPEG 1 audio layer 2 16 bit 48 kHz Transfer rate 384 kbps 2CH PCM digital sound 16 bit 48 kHz or 12 bit 32 kHz High Definition Video HDV 1080 50i CCIR standard 625 lines 50 fields PAL color signal Videocassettes bearing the MiniDV mark 18 83 mm s SP 18 83 mm s LP 12 57 mm s 60 min SP 60 min LP 90 min Approx 2 min 20 sec with a 60 min cassette 1 3 inch CCD x 3 horizontal pixel shift approx 1 670 000 pixels Effective pixels HD approx 1 560 000 5016 9
41. 2008 1 1 AM12 00 MDY JAN 1 2008 12 00AM DMY 1 JAN 2008 12 00AM ON 2222 OFF DISABLED ACTIVE DISABLED ACTIVE DISABLED ACTIVE DISABLED ACTIVE ENABLE DISABLE NO YES Current version of the camcorder s firmware Current version of the lens firmware Submenu item CAMERA VCR PLAY VCR PLAY CAMERA CARD VCR PLAY CARD CAMERA CARD VCR PLAY CARD EDIT CAMERA CARD CARD CAMERA RETURN CARD CAMERA RETURN C Fn1 o C Fn2 C Fn3 RETURN Refer to the table on page 136 Q n mode this will appear on the main menu and not under the CUSTOMIZE menu 75 75 75 75 35 32 88 44 63 65 65 37 146 92 92 100 106 133 jeuonippy Custom Preset Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM PRESET Submenu item Action Parameter and Setting Options EDIT SELECT CP 1 PRESET_A 2 PRESET_B 3 PRESET C 4 PRESET_D 5 PRESET E 6 PRESET F 7 VIDEO C 8 9 CINE F TUNE GAM GAMMA NORMAL CINE1 CINE2 KNE KNEE AUTO LOW MIDDLE HIGH BLK BLACK STRETCH MIDDLE PRESS PED MASTER PED 0 9 to 9 SET SETUP LEVEL 0 9 to 9 SHP SHARPNESS 0 9 to 9 HDF H DTL FREQ LOW MIDDLE HIGH DHV DTL HV BAL 0 9 to 9 COR CORING 0 9 to 9 NR1 NR1 OFF LOW MIDDLE HIGH NR2 NR2 OFF LOW MIDDLE HIGH CMX COLOR MAT NORMAL CINE1 CINE2 CGN COLOR GAIN 0 50 to 50 CPH COLOR PHASE 0 9 to 9 RG
42. 3MODE SELECT switch 38 A FRAME RATE switch 48 5 AUDIO OUTPUT CH button 86 QA indicator 7 Side panel 139 8 Viewfinder attachment bracket 19 9 EVF1 color viewfinder socket 19 19 EVF2 external monitor viewfinder socket 81 151 17 PEAKING EVF MAGNIFYING buttons 44 d2 EXP LOCK button 65 PUSH AE button 62 43 LENS RELEASE switch 25 4 SET button 31 8 SELECT dial 31 IRIS dial 61 64 record review button 37 sew dial x External control mode VCR PLAY mode Power off Manual Auto A a ohutter Priority ay Aperture Priority Spotlight Night Easy Recording Recording programs 4 BARS FADE SELECT button 79 19 BARS FADE ON OFF button 79 19 MENU button 31 20 GAIN dial 66 2 BALANCE dial 67 22 WHITE BALANCE button 67 23 STANDBY button 35 4INPUT SELECT switch CH1 54 Q5 REC LEVEL switch CH1 55 6 INPUT SELECT switch CH2 54 27 REC LEVEL switch CH2 55 amp 9 2 dial 55 0 FRONT MIC ATT switch CH CH2 54 CH1 dial QQ 55 Left side view Viewfinder unit Microphone unit mmm PN ila 20x L IS Ill lens NS 2t
43. 7 mm 16 9 60 1 x 44 6 mm 4 3 42 0 x 31 7 mm 4 3 16x 15 50 46 x 29 57 16 9 3 24 x 1 55 16 9 20 1 m Zoom Lens 39 11 x 29 57 4 3 2 33 x 1 55 4 3 61 7 x 33 7 mm 16 9 79 3 x 44 7 mm 16 9 45 3 x 33 7 mm 4 3 59 4 x 44 7 mm 4 3 154 920 Compact Power Adapter Power supply Rated output Operating temperature Dimensions Weight BP 950G Battery Pack Battery type Rated voltage Operating temperature Battery capacity Dimensions Weight Weight and dimensions are approximate Errors and omissions excepted Subject to change without notice 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Adapter 7 2 V DC 2 0 A 35 VA 100 V AC 47 VA 240 V AC Charger 8 4 V DC 1 5 A 29 VA 100 V AC 40 VA 240 V AC 0 40 C 15 x 99 51 mm 215 g excluding the power cable Rechargeable lithium ion battery 7 4 V DC 0 40 5 200 mAh 38 2 x 40 3 x 70 5 mm 210g 155 jeuonippy Index only F Abroad using the camcorder 145 79 Accessories 8 150 File numbers 116 65 Flange back adjustment 26 AEB Auto exposure bracketing 120 eins 122 Analog line in 89 geri MNT 42 Analog digital A D converter 90 Foc
44. IN OUT Terminal NU EA CE lt IALA gt gt ss Open the terminal cover VIDEO gt Stereo Cable Supplied AUDIO IN OUT m O O ment Signal flow E R S Video Cable 7 commercially available To use the VIDEO terminals instead of the terminal connect the TV to the camcorder s VIDEO OUT terminal using a BNC cable commercially available or connect the TV to the camcorder s VIDEO IN OUT terminal using an RCA video cable commercially available O TV sets equipped with the WSS System Recordings made with 16 9 aspect ratio 38 will be played automatically in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S S1 VIDEO terminal or the VIDEO terminal During fast forward playback rewind playback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV standard the picture may be distorted 1 We recommend powering the camcorder from household power outlet Connection to a Standard Definition TV or Monitor 1 Using the COMPONENT OUT Terminal Refer to the connection diagram in the previous section 83 Select the appropriate component video signal depending on the TV or monitor you connect Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select COMP OUT select a setting option and close the menu 2 Using the VIDEO IN OUT or S Video IN OUT Terminal
45. Spot AE frame Mas 0 o 1 Set the dial to A Tv Av or M and set 0 5 card tape switch to Cd 2 Press the 2 button e Pressing the button will cycle through the metering 5 modes The icon of the selected metering mode s ix will appear on the screen f you selected 21 Spot AE the Spot AE frame C D ED appears in the center of the screen CARD 121 Using an Optional Flash You can use E TTL Il compatible Canon Speedlite flashes designed for use with Canon SLR cameras including the 420EX 430EX 550EX 580EX 580ExX models to record natural still images under low light conditions Refer also to the instruction manual of the Speedlite flash The following procedures are explained using a Canon 580 Speedlite Flash Connecting Speedlite Flash When connecting a Canon Speedlite flash you cannot use the Off Camera Shoe Cord designed for Canon EOS SLR cameras Always turn off the camcorder when connecting or removing the flash 1 Slip the flash s mounting foot all the way into the camcorder s hot shoe 2 Slide the lock lever on the mounting foot to the right until it clicks in place To remove the flash Press and hold the lock release button and slide the lock lever to the left and then remove the flash form the hot shoe Using the Flash IM 4 O 1 Set dial to a recording mode other
46. States and or other countries e Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies e ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG 2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG 2 PATENT PORTFOLIO WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA L L C 250 STEELE STREET SUITE 300 DENVER COLORADO 80206 About the HD HDV and SD DV Specifications In the manual a distinction is made between video signal standards camera section and recording standards recorder section The video signal can be set to HD high definition or SD standard definition specifications the recording standard on the tape will be HDV or DV respectively HD SD SDI Terminal HD SD 848278 only HDV DV Terminal HDV DV Recorder Section HDV DV Playback Signal HDV DV Contents Introduction The XL H1S XL A Broad Range of Capabilities esses nennen nennen nennen 3 e c m 4 Checking the Supplied Accessories eeeeessssssssseseseeeeee nennen nennen 8 reina eredi NETT TOU S 9 Pr
47. When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT the zoom speed will be constant at one of 16 zoom speed levels the current zoom speed level will appear next to the zoom indicator Turn the ZOOM SPEED dial toward FAST to select a faster zoom speed level higher number turn it toward SLOW to select a slower zoom speed level lower number When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to VARIABLE the zoom speed will depend on how you operate the zoom lever press gently for a slower zoom press harder for faster zooms Approximate zoom speeds using the HD 20x L IS Ill lens from full wide angle to full telephoto Custom function Z00M SPEED setting Z00M SPEED switch Zoom speed level 1 NORMAL SLOW FAST Level 1 5 min 3 min 1 min CONSTANT 2 Level 16 4 3 2 Sec 1 2 sec VARIABLE 2 1 22 60 sec 1 Default setting when recording movies When recording still images the default setting is FAST 2 When the zoom speed is too fast less than 2 seconds end to end the camcorder will have more trouble focusing automatically while zooming Zoom ring The zoom speed depends on how fast you turn the zoom ring 40 Zoom buttons on the carrying handle The zoom speed is constant and can be set to one of 16 zoom speed levels Set the ZOOM SPEED switch to CONSTANT and change the zoom speed level as described previously Zoom buttons on the supplied wireless controller The zoom speed is constant and cannot be adjusted 1
48. aside until the droplets have evaporated completely not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt OCheck the direction before inserting the memory card Forcing a memory card backwards into the slot may damage the memory card or the camcorder not remove the label from the memory card or attach other labels to the memory card OWhen you erase image files or initialize the memory card only the file allocation table is altered and the data itself is not actually deleted Take the necessary precautions when you dispose of the memory card for example by physically damaging it to prevent the leakage of private data OSD SDHC memory cards have a physical switch to prevent writing on the card so as to avoid the accidental erasure of the card s content To write protect the memory card set the switch to the LOCK position Canon 5 gt SD Memory SDC 32M L L LOCK switch 143 jeuonippy Built in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date time and other settings The built in lithium battery is recharged while you use the camcorder however it will become totally discharged if you do not use the camcorder for about 3 months To recharge the built in lithium battery Connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected for 24 hours with the camcorder off Vi
49. buttons on the wireless controller Audio Output Selected CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH1 3 CH2 4 CH1 CH1 CH3 CH3 CH1 3 CH1 3 CH2 CH2 CH4 CH4 CH2 4 CH2 4 ALL CH ALL CH Audio Recordings on 2 Channels Left Output L or CH1 Right Output R or CH2 Left Output L or CH1 Right Output L or CH1 Left Output R or CH2 Right Output R or CH2 Left Output All channels Right Output All channels Audio Monitor AUD M SET CH B CH ED MIX FIXED MIX VAR CH 8 CH ED MIX FIXED MIX VAR CH B aD MIX FIXED MIX VAR CH B CH MIX FIXED MIX VAR Audio Recordings on 4 Channels Left Output CH1 Right Output CH2 Left Output CH3 Right Output CH4 Left Output CH1 CH3 Right Output CH2 CH4 Mix balance fixed at 1 1 Left Output CH1 CH3 Right Output CH2 CH4 Mix balance can be adjusted Both Outputs CH1 Both Outputs CH3 Both Outputs CH1 CH3 Mix balance fixed at 1 1 Both Outputs CH1 CH3 Mix balance can be adjusted Both Outputs CH2 Both Outputs CH4 Both Outputs CH2 CH4 Mix balance fixed at 1 1 Both Outputs CH2 CH4 Mix balance can be adjusted Both Outputs All channels Both Outputs All channels Both Outputs All channels Mix balance fixed at 1 1 Both Outputs All channels Mix balance can be adjusted 8 Digital Video Control This feature enables the camcorder to control the record and stop functions of an external digital de
50. connecting a microphone that does not support phantom power make sure to set the switch to OFF Otherwise the microphone may be damaged 54 Adjusting the Audio Recording Level the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted activate the microphone attenuator 20 dB by setting the FRONT MIC ATT switch or the corresponding switch to ATT O Hiding Displaying the Audio Level Indicator MEN noun sw Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select AUDIO LEVEL select a setting option and close the menu The audio level indicator can also be turned on off with a custom key 75 Automatic Audio Adjustment Set the REC LEVEL switch to A When recording audio using the front 1 microphone you can change the microphone s sensitivity 53 When the INPUT SELECT switches for both sl ER FRONT XLRMIC channels are set to FRONT if the REC LEVEL switch for CH1 is set to A the automatic x audio adjustment setting will automatically apply to CH2 as well When the INPUT SELECT switches for both channels are set to XLR MIC or XLR LINE you can select if the audio adjustment setting for CH2 will be linked to that of CH1 or if the settings will be separated SEP Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select XLR ALC LINK select a setting option and close the menu Manual Audio Adjustment 99
51. currently selected for recording still images Reviewing a Still Image right after Recording You can select to display a still image for 2 4 6 8 or 10 seconds after it has been recorded co 5 4 Can penne mm CAMERA SETUP REVIEW 2sec C131 4 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select REVIEW select setting option and close the menu O Regardless of the REVIEW setting a still image is displayed as long as you hold the PHOTO 1 button after recording O The still image operations menu appears when you press the SET button while you are reviewing a still image or right after recording one In this menu you can protect 126 or erase 125 the image The REVIEW setting is only available when the drive mode is set to 0 single 119 pieg Drive Mode Drive mode Use Continuous Shooting Captures a quick series of still images while you hold the PHOTO button pressed down 1 High Speed Continuous For the number of shots per second refer to the table below AEB The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures dark normal light in Auto Exposure Bracketing 1 2 EV steps C Single Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button 4 C Changing the Drive Mode 1 Set the dial to a recording program other than C and move the C3 ex card tape switch to H
52. following synchronization options Genlock When a reference sync signal analog blackburst or tri level signal is input through the GENLOCK terminal the V and H phases of the camcorder s time code will automatically be synchronized to it Time Code IN An external SMPTE standard LTC timing signal received from the TC IN terminal will be recorded as the time code on the tape The user bit of the external timing signal can also be recorded on tape Time Code OUT The camcorder s internal time code is sent out from the TC OUT terminal as a standard LTC timing signal When SIGNAL SETUP SDI OUTPUT is set to ON OSD or ON the time code signal will be output also through the HD SD SDI terminal Genlock Time Code User bit IN C E Time Code OUT e _ E Connection Diagram Genlock Time Code IN Reference video SMPTE standard signal LTC timing signal areference video signal input you can use either an HD Y signal or a PAL composite video signal O While a time code signal is being received the COUNT UP setting of the camcorder will be 1 ignored and the external time code s drop frame bit will be used instead O The Genlock synchronization stabilizes after approx 10 seconds After that the synchronization will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the GENLOCK terminal 50 When an external time code signal is received the camcorder s own time c
53. following the and markings 3 Close the battery cover wireless controller does not work verify that the camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller or when it can only be operated at very close range replace the batteries Make sure to replace both batteries at the same time O The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is located under strong light sources or direct sunlight 1 The camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes m 114 If the 28 Loading Removing a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the logo For recording in HDV we recommend you use videocassettes designed for HDV recording 1 Slide the 4 EJECT switch to open the cassette compartment cover The cassette compartment opens automatically 2 Load remove the cassette e Insert the cassette straight fully into the compartment with the window facing out e Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out 3 Close the cassette compartment cover gt Press the 2059 mark on the cassette compartment W N cover gt ia 7A Nay n rm V E d O SA Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment the camcorder is connected to a power source
54. g signals that include copyright protection signals or anomalous signals such as ghost signals For normal use set DV to OFF If it is set to ON digital signals cannot be input via the camcorder s HDV DV terminal Depending on the software and the specifications of your computer you may not be able to transfer converted signals via the HDV DV terminal We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet You can also press the AV DV button on the wireless controller Pressing the button will toggle the DV conversion on and off 90 Connecting to a Computer To connect the camcorder to a computer you will need a computer equipped with an IEEE1394 DV terminal and video editing software with video capturing capability installed Use the optional CV 250F 4 pin 6 pin DV cable or a commercially available 6 pin 6 pin DV cable For the minimum system requirements for video editing refer to the instruction manual of the video editing software r 2 CV 250F DV Cable optional or commercially available 6 pin 6 pin DV cable 4 pin 0 9 6 pin D E Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications settings of 5 your computer If the computer freezes while the camcorder is connected disconnect and reconnect the DV cable Should the problem persist disconnect the cable turn both the camco
55. included in the video output signal are determined by the display level selected with the EVF DISPLAY button 37 Markers safety zone guide level grid markers etc are never included in the video signal output The SIGNAL SETUP COMP OUT setting is not available 82 2 Using the COMPONENT OUT Terminal Open the terminal cover Stereo Cable CHI supplied IN Signal flow gt DTC 1000 Component Video Cable supplied Signal flow gt The audio signal is separate from the component video signal Select the appropriate component video signal depending on the TV or monitor you connect Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select COMP OUT select a setting option and close the menu 3 Using the HDV DV Terminal CV 250F DV Cable optional or commercially available 6 pin 6 DV cable 4 pin lt 6 pin 13 e When connecting the camcorder to a monitor or TV that supports DV input you may need to carry out a procedure on the monitor or TV to recognize the camera e f necessary turn on the DV conversion and select whether to convert a tape recorded in HD to SD with the following procedure Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select HD DOWN CONV select a setting option and close the menu 83 4 Using the VIDEO IN OUT S Video
56. input channel selection switch is not set to the correct position Microphone connected to the XLR terminal needs to be powered by the phantom power The REC LEVEL switch is set to M and recording level is set too low Microphone attenuator is turned on Cause Camcorder is turned off or is not set to VCR PLAY mode Cassette is not loaded Video heads are dirty You attempted to play back or dub a copyright protected tape The video output cable is not connected correctly Video heads are dirty Cause Memory card was not facing the correct direction No memory card Memory card is full Memory card is not initialized The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value The dial or O c card tape switch are not set to the correct position Image is protected an SDHC or SD memory card the write protect switch is set to the locked position Card error occurred Solution Record in Av mode with an aperture value in the range F5 6 F8 0 Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever Set the INPUT SELECT switch to the correct position Set the switch to ON Adjust the audio level correctly Set the FRONT MIC ATT switch or the switch to OFF Solution Set the camcorder to VCR PLAY mode Load a cassette Clean the video heads Stop playback dubbing Verify that the video cable is connected properly Clean the video heads with a dry cleaning
57. not be displayed while the Peaking function is activated 44 Available zebra pattern settings 70 IRE 75 IRE 80 IRE 85 IRE 90 IRE 95 IRE and 100 IRE Selecting the Zebra Pattern Level MENU Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select ZEBRA LEVEL select a setting option and close the menu Activating the Zebra Pattern 99 HHH HHH HHH HHH HHH HHH HHH messem Open the menu and select DISPLAY 5 Select ZEBRA set it to ON and close the menu 69 lt Color Correction With the color correction function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or pattern color phase chroma area and Y level and correct them automatically when recording You can set the color correction for up to two different colors A and B When determining the color to be corrected targeted areas will be identified on the screen by zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture On a connected monitor or computer targeted areas will be identified by white areas alternating with the norm
58. places subject to strong electromagnetic fields such as near TV sets plasma TVs radio transmitters or portable communication devices not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a bright subject not use the camcorder in dusty or sandy places Dust or sand getting inside the cassette or camcorder may cause damage Dust and sand can also damage the lens Attach the lens cap after use OThe camcorder is not waterproof Water mud or salt getting inside the cassette or camcorder may cause damage OBe careful of heat generated by lighting equipment not disassemble the camcorder If the camcorder does not function properly consult qualified service personnel OHandle the camcorder with care Do not subject the camcorder to shocks or vibration as this may cause damage OAwoid sudden changes in temperature Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation to form on its internal surfaces 144 Storage 99
59. position instantly You can also select the speed at which the camcorder returns to the preset focus position Focus ring POSITION PRESET FOCUS ZOOM r OFF SET Mol gt AF AF M Presetting the Focus 99 99 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 HHH 9 9 9 9 9 9 1 Set the focus mode switch to MF appears 2 Set the POSITION PRESET switch to FOCUS The focus preset speed currently selected appears 3 Adjust the focus with the focus ring 4 Move the POSITION PRESET ON SET switch to SET MF and the focus preset speed display turn yellow Setting the Focus Preset Speed cast CAMERA SETUP SPEED PSET 4 0731 4 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select SPEED PSET select a setting option and close the menu 4 is the fastest speed 1 is the slowest Returning to the Preset Focus position Move the POSITION PRESET ON SET switch to ON The camcorder returns to the preset focus position eee 45 Macro Shooting Focus Limit Usually the camcorder s focus range allows macro shooting
60. qure eot aiio caes be 91 Customization CUSTOM 92 0 a 100 Customized 9 tudo 106 Playback Plavno Backa Ta De tiara scare 110 Returning toa Pre Marked POSITION 112 ANC Pec Tere 112 Pale I 113 Pria T 113 MOGE c er 114 Using Memory Sclecung the Sull limage 115 File IN GIGS 116 Recording gt ona Memory Card Ru oboe uS Metis 117 Reviewing a Still Image right after Recording 119 120 Metering ce laden a rete cs 121 usnog een UE TEE 122 Playing Back Still Images from a Memory 123 Erasindgs 2553 EOM evene dede pue Pat EE LOI 125 PROLCCUING SUM 126 Memory roter 127 Print order
61. same way e For more details regarding the EVF BW MODE setting refer to page 77 5 Press the MENU button to close the menu Q Using the Viewfinder as LCD Panel You can use the viewfinder as an LCD panel by opening the eyepiece adapter Press the lock release button and open the eyepiece adapter Q Make sure to close the eyepiece adapter when you are not using the viewfinder as an LCD panel G The screen is slightly brighter when you open the eyepiece adapter 22 Attaching the Microphone Unit 1 Loosen the microphone lock screw on the viewfinder unit open the microphone holder and insert the microphone 2 Align the mark on the microphone with the mark on the microphone holder and tighten the lock screw 3 Plug the microphone cable to the camcorder s FRONT MIC terminals To use an external microphone with a diameter too small for the microphone holder to close securely attach first the supplied adjustment band to the microphone holder and then insert the microphone Fastening the Grip Belt Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index and middle finger and the Start Stop button with your thumb Attaching the Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap 4 careful not to drop the camcorder when adjusting the strap or the grip belt 23 Attaching the Adapter Holder Attach the a
62. slowly before removing it from the bag When condensation is detected OThe camcorder stops operating and the warning message CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED appears for approx 4 seconds and 8 starts flashing Olf a cassette is loaded the warning message CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED REMOVE THE CASSETTE appears and starts flashing Remove the cassette immediately and leave the cassette compartment open Leaving the cassette in the camcorder may damage the tape OA cassette cannot be loaded when condensation is detected 144 Resuming use Olt takes about 1 hour until the water droplets evaporate After the condensation warning stops flashing wait for 1 more hour before resuming use Using the Camcorder Abroad Power Sources You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use Playback on a TV Screen You can only play back your recordings on TVs compatible with the PAL system The PAL system is used in the following countries areas Algeria Australia Austria Bangladesh Belgium Brunei China Croatia Czech Republic Denmark Finland Germany Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Iceland India Indonesia Iran Iraq Ireland Israel Italy Jordan Kenya Kuwait Liberia Malaysia Malta Montenegro Mozambique the Netherlan
63. than and turn on the flash e While the Speedlite flash is charging the 4 indicator will flash in white Once charged the 4 indicator will stay on in green f the 4 indicator keeps flashing in white for a long time replace the flash s batteries 2 Press the PHOTO button to record a still image O Wait until the flash is charged before recording the still image You can record a still image while 1 the flash is charging but the flash will not go off O Turn off the Speedlite flash when you are not using it O The flash will not go off during exposure lock and in the M Manual mode While using the flash the shutter speeds that can be set in Tv mode are 1 4 1 500 The camcorder does not support the Bounce Flash function or the Wireless Multiple Flash System function of the Speedlite 420EX A430EX 550EX 580EX 580EX II flashes O The camcorder does not support the ST E2 Wireless Speedlite Flash Transmitter or the Wireless Master Slave Control function of the Speedlite 420EX A30EX 550EX 580EX 580EX II flashes When recording under very dark conditions as you keep the PHOTO button pressed halfway the AF assist lamp of the Speedlite flash may light up only when recording using autofocus and with CAMERA SETUP FOCUS PRI set to The Speedlite flash will not go off when the drive mode is set to Zh Auto Exposure Bracketing 122 Playing Back Still Images from a Memory co EOM mv
64. than you think you might need O To conserve battery power turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode 16 Charging Recording and Playback Times The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging recording and playback conditions Battery Pack Charging time with the CA 920 Compact Power Adapter XL 15 Maximum Recording Time HD 20x L IS Ill Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Typical Recording Time HD 20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Playback Time supplied color viewfinder Maximum Recording Time HD 20x LIS Ill Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 20x L IS Il Lens HD 20x LIS Il Lens HD 20x LIS I Lens HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder 20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Typical Recording Time HD 20x L IS Lens 16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder
65. the CUSTOM KEY 1 2 button Pressing the button will lock the EXP LOCK button to prevent its accidental operation Press the custom key button again to reactivate the EXP LOCK button BKWD KEY Custom Preset Backward Key 99 9 HHH Press the CUSTOM KEY 2 button Usually pressing the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button will cycle forwards to the following custom preset file Pressing the custom key button instead will cycle backwards to the preceding custom preset file CP backward key can only be operated with the custom keys FB Flange Back Adjustment Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The flange back adjustment menu appears Will have no effect if flange back adjustment is not available with the lens attached FLIP EVF Flip EVF 9 SHES
66. the LOCK switch in the direction of the arrow to prevent the accidental operation of these controls START STOP LOCK switch Power Saving Mechanisms STANDBY Button Press the STANDBY button and hold it pressed down for more than 1 second in record pause or VCR stop mode to enter the standby mode The message ENTERING POWER STANDBY will be displayed before the camcorder enters the standby mode In standby mode power will be shut down to the camera and recorder sections but camera settings including exposure lock and color bars settings will be retained Press the STANDBY button again to turn the camcorder on Power Save Function In order to protect the tape and video heads the camcorder will enter the power save mode VCR stop after 4 minutes 30 seconds in record pause mode If left 30 more seconds without any operation the camcorder will automatically shut off Turn off the power save function with SYSTEM SETUP POWER SAVE setting 132 if you wish to make adjustments
67. the frequency from 50 2 Hz to 200 3 Hz in Y tipa canera sep CLEAR 50 282 1 Set the dial to Tv or M 2 Repeatedly press the SHUTTER A button to set the shutter speed to CS 3 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select CLEAR SCAN adjust the frequency and close the menu Adjust the frequency so that the black band does not appear 74 Custom Keys You can assign frequently used functions to the custom keys The custom keys can have different functions assigned to them in each of the operating modes Default settings CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE TV SCREEN ZEBRA TV SCREEN CUSTOM KEY 2 INDEX WRITE DATA CODE TV SCREEN EVF BW MODE To check the current custom key settings In a recording mode Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select GUIDE INFO set it to CUSTOM KEYS and close the menu In a playback mode Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP amp Select CUSTOM KEY set it to ON and close the menu The following functions can be assigned to the custom keys Time code SHUTTER button lock Time code Index write 2 AE SHIFT dial lock TV screen Zebra pattern EXP LOCK button lock Data code VCR stop CP backward key 2 Audio level TV screen Flange back adjustment Time code hold Time code hold Flip EVF 2 Viewfinder s B amp W mode Audio level SDI output SDI output Viewfinder s B amp W mode Focus limit MAGN button lock Zebra pattern
68. the recording will not be played back correctly 37 Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio You can select the signal standard of your recording high definition or standard definition and for standard definition recordings also the aspect ratio of the recording Since the camcorder s screen has an aspect ratio of 16 9 when you set the MODE SELECT switch to SD 4 3 the picture will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars A O Change the position of the MODE SELECT switch e HD To record on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as a high definition HD camera e SD 16 9 SD 4 3 To record on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a standard definition SD camera Select the aspect ratio as desired O If the custom function LED is not set to OFF the MODE SELECT switch will light up in blue 1 when to HD O If the position of the MODE SELECT switch is changed while recording the standard aspect ratio will not change immediately it will change once you pause the recording When you play back 16 9 recordings the TV set will switch automatically to widescreen mode if it is compatible with the WSS system Otherwise change the aspect ratio of the TV manually To play back on a standard TV set with 4 3 aspect ratio set SIGNAL SETUP LETTERBOX to ON 129 When recording 4 3 you can attach the optional RC 72 Ratio Converter
69. video heads 144 The default recording standard is HDV About the audio recording refer to the relevant chapter 53 Recording 1 Remove the lens 2 Press the lock button and set the dial to a recording program ee 3 Press the Start Stop button to begin recording 6 e The red REC indicator on the viewfinder and the gt HS T 0 i Me 1182 tally lamps light up e Press the Start Stop button again to pause recording 4 00 M Sp pry by amp Isp Tally lamp Soy When You Have Finished Recording 1 Set the dial to OFF 2 Replace the lens cap 3 Remove the cassette 4 Disconnect the power source The end search date search and index search functions may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape We recommend not mixing recordings in different standards on the same tape O After inserting a cassette wait until the tape counter stops completely before you start recording 1 Turn the dial to OFF if you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time O If you do not remove the cassette you can record the next scene without any noise or blank sections between recordings even if you turn the camcorder off 34 Low angle Recording The carrying handle is equipped with a duplicate set of recording and zoom controls ideal for low angle recording Slide
70. 0 8 to the same angle of view of the 16 9 aspect ratio Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC 72 38 Locating the End of the Last Scene You can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene A O Press the END SEARCH button appears e The camcorder rewinds fast forwards the tape plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape e Pressing the button again cancels the search O The end search function cannot be used once you remove the cassette O The end search function may not work correctly if there is a blank section between recordings or if you mixed recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape 39 Zooming You can operate the zoom using the zoom lever on the side grip or the one on the carrying handle You can also use the zoom ring on the lens or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller With the customized functions 100 you can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment when the zoom ring is used change the zoom speed and select the zoom indicator graphic or numeric Zoom buttons Zoom lever G Zoom ring 0 8 8 Bl EN Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out wide angle Move it toward T to zoom in telephoto Zoom Speed Zoom lever on the side grip
71. 00 to 07 00 00 to 03 00 OFF 01 ON 00 PHOTO CP DATA 01 PHOTO 02 MAGNIFYING 03 OFF 00 00 to 07 00 00 to 03 00 m meter 01 ft feet 00 BAR 01 NUMBER 00 TYPE 1 01 TYPE2 00 OFF 01 12dB 02 18dB 03 20dB 00 31 01 Ea 2 02 OFF ca 00 AE SHIFT 01 IRIS 00 ON 01 BLINK 02 OFF 00 TYPE 1 01 TYPE 2 02 OFF 00 00 to 03 135 jeuonippy Custom Displays Menu item CUSTOM DISPLAY 136 Action TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Custom Display and Setting Options 00 REC PROGRAMS 00 OFF 01 ON 01 CAMERA DATA1 03 00 to 03 02 CAMERA DATA2 07 00 to 07 03 200 00 OFF 01 ON NORMAL 02 ON ALWAYS 04 FOCUS 00 OFF 01 ON NORMAL 02 ON ALWAYS 05 ND 00 OFF 01 ON 06 IMAGE EFFECTS 07 00 to 07 07 FASSIST FUNC 03 00 to 03 08 CUSTOMIZE 03 00 to 03 09 RECORDING STD 00 OFF 01 ON 10 DV REC MODE 00 OFF 01 ON 11 FRAME RATE 00 OFF 01 ON 12 TAPE 03 00 to 07 13 TAPE REMAINDER 00 OFF 01 NORMAL 02 WARNING 14 TAPE CARD 02 00 to 07 15 LIGHT METERING 03 00 to 03 16 CARD 03 00 to 03 17 CARD REMAINDER 00 OFF 01 NORMAL 02 WARNING 18 AUDIO 00 00 to 07 19 WARNING STATUS 15 00 to 15 20 BATTERY 00 OFF 01 NORMAL 02 WARNING 21 WIRELESS REMOTE 00 OFF 01 NORMAL 02 WARNING CANCEL OK CANCEL OK CANCEL OK Settings Memorized and Retained The following lists show the settings that are memorized and retained under different circ
72. 1 1 to 4 LANGUAGE DEUTSCH ENGLISH ESPA OL FRAN AIS e 33 ITALIANO POLSKI fA PIC AAG MARKERS OFF LEVEL MARK CENT MARK GRID MARKER ASPECT GUIDE OFF 4 3 13 9 14 9 1 66 1 1 75 1 1 85 1 2 35 1 SAFETY ZONE OFF 80 90 ZEBRA ON OFF 69 ZEBRA LEVEL 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 69 SCREEN 76 AUDIO LEVEL ON OFF e Qo 55 GUIDE INFO OFF CUSTOM KEYS D T DISPLAY e 37 CUSTOM KEY ON OFF 75 DATA CODE DATE TIME DATE amp TIME CAMERA DATA Q 113 CAM amp D T 6SEC DATE ON OFF 113 UB DISPLAY ON OFF e 52 In playback modes the default setting is OFF MARKERS You can display the on screen markers to help you accurately frame your subject Select from a center marker a horizontal level marker or a grid You can also adjust the intensity of the markers display CC 105 ASPECT GUIDE Use the aspect ratio guides as a reference to accurately frame subjects You can select to display the aspect guides for 4 3 13 9 14 9 1 66 1 1 75 1 1 85 1 or 2 35 1 Cinemascope SAFETY ZONE The safety zone guide shows a frame including 8096 or 9096 of the screen area Use it as a reference to accurately frame subjects SYSTEM SETUP Menu item Submenu item and Setting options CAMERA VCR PLAY CAMERA CARD VCR PLAY CARD CUSTOM KEY1 TIME CODE INDE
73. 1 Turn the dial to X and set the 9 6 card tape switch to 2 Press the 149 or button to move between images O Still images not recorded with this camcorder uploaded from a computer edited on a computer 5 and still images whose file names have been changed may not be played back correctly Observe the following precautions while the card access display appears on the screen or the CARD access indicator is on or flashing Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss Do not remove the memory card Do not change the position of the A a card tape switch or the dial Do not turn off the camcorder remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply Slideshow Press the SLIDESHOW button e Still images are played back one after another Press the button again to stop the slideshow Index Screen 1 Move the zoom lever toward W Up to 6 still images appear 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select an image Move to the still image you wish to view e You can switch between index pages by pressing the 449 or button 3 Move the zoom lever toward T or press the SET button The selected still image is displayed 123 Image Jump Function You can locate still images without displaying them one by one The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the number of the current still image out of the total number of still images Pres
74. 175 min 140 min 195 min 150 min 410 min BP 970G 400 min 310 min 405 min 315 min 420 min 320 min 245 min 190 min 240 min 190 min 245 min 195 min 510 min 440 min 340 min 450 min 340 min 390 min 315 min 410 min 315 min 455 min 350 min 260 min 195 min 260 min 195 min 230 min 185 min 240 min 185 min 270 min 205 min 960 min 1 Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start stop zooming power on off Actual time may be shorter 2 Optional Preparing the Camcorder Attaching and Detaching the Color Viewfinder Unit Attaching the Color Viewfinder Unit 999 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 1 Slide the viewfinder unit onto the bracket and tighten the lock screw 2 Connect the viewfinder cable to the EVF1 socket on the camcorder Insert the cable plug straight into the camcorder s socket 3 Hook the viewfinder cable onto the cable clamp To use the optional FU 1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit connect it to the EVF2 socket on the camcorder instead Detaching the Viewfinder Unit
75. 2 Press the DRIVE MODE button to switch between the drive modes SNC vis l Pressing the button will cycle through the drive E E 2 modes The icon of the selected drive mode will appear on the screen CARD Continuous Shooting High Speed Continuous Shooting Press and hold the PHOTO button A series of still images will be recorded as long as you hold the PHOTO button pressed down 1 Maximum number of continuous shots Shots per second Maximum number of continuous Normal speed High speed shots 2 5 images 4 1 images 60 images These figures are approximate and vary depending on the recording conditions and subject Sufficient space on the memory card is required Continuous shooting will stop when the card is full Auto Exposure Bracketing Press the PHOTO button Three still images in different exposures are recorded on the memory card Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card 120 Metering Mode Metering mode Use Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions including backlit scenes The camcorder divides images into several metering zones It evaluates the position and brightness of the subject background direct light or backlight and adjusts the exposure of the main subject accordingly L_ Center weighted average Averages the light metered from the entire screen giving more weight to the subject in the center Le Spot AE Meters the area within the
76. 6 are available set values to detect hues closer to red or values to detect hues closer to green e CHROMA Adjust the color saturation for detection of the skin area 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect areas with richer colors e AREA Adjust the color range for detection of the skin area 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect a wider color range e Y LEVEL Adjust the brightness for detection of the skin area 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect brighter areas Activating the Skin Detail Function ipd CAMERA SETUP SKIN DETAIL j EFFECT LEVEL OFF 1 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select the SKIN DETAIL submenu and then select EFFECT LEVEL 2 Select a setting option and close the menu You can select the strength of the effect from low middle or high e amp appears 72 am Selective Noise Reduction With the selective noise reduction function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or tone and automatically reduce noise in the targeted areas This is particularly useful for chroma keying as targeting the selective noise reduction to the color of the background green or blue screen will result in a smoother composite picture Targeted areas will be identified on the screen by a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture On a connected monitor or computer targeted areas will be i
77. AS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE 140 Explanation A memory card error occurred The camcorder cannot record or play back the image The error may be temporary If the message disappears after 4 seconds and LO flashes in red turn the camcorder off remove the card and reinsert the card C changes to green you can continue recording playback No remaining capacity on the memory card Replace with another card or erase images Battery pack is exhausted Replace or charge the battery pack DV cable is not connected or the connected digital device is turned off Lens is not correctly mounted Turn the lens until it clicks If the message does not disappear unmount and remount the lens Condensation has been detected in the camcorder You attempted to dub a copyright protected tape May also appear when an anomalous signal is received during analog line in recording or during analog digital conversion of a copyright protected tape You attempted to play back a copyright protected tape Appears for 1 second when you press the STANDBY button You mounted a lens that does not support HDV recording Video heads are dirty Clean the video heads You attempted to play back a tape recorded in a standard different than the one to which is the camcorder is set You attempted to input a video signal incompatible with the camcorder for example 720p The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value
78. BOX SD SDI D1 SD DV SD v o fol o SD 4 3 640x480 D1 SD Normal DV SD CALEB only Displaying the Viewfinder s Screen an External Monitor The screen of an external monitor or viewfinder connected to the EVF2 socket will show the exact same picture as displayed on the camcorder s viewfinder screen Use the supplied external monitor cable to connect to a monitor or TV equipped with component video inputs External Monitor Cable supplied Signal flow gt 81 Connection to a High Definition Monitor or HDTV 1 CAB Using the HD SD SDI Terminal Stereo Cable Supplied Open the terminal cover BNC Cable commercially available Signal flow E If SDI OUTPUT is set to OFF no embedded audio the audio signal is separate from the SDI video output signal Activate the HD SD SDI output and select the appropriate video output option HD or SD 1 Set the dial to 2 Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select SDI OUTPUT and set it to ON or ON OSD 3 From the same SIGNAL SETUP submenu select SDI SPEC Select AUTO or SD LOCKED to match the video output you wish to use 4 Close the menu When SDI OUTPUT is set to ON OSD will appear on the screen and on screen displays will be included in the video signal output from the SDI terminal 1 When SDI OUTPUT is set to ON OSD O The on screen displays
79. CH GAIN SET 06 RINGS DIRECTION ZOOM FOCUS e IRIS e 07 OPER DIRECTION CURSOR e SHUTTER 08 IRIS LIMIT 09 PHOTO BUTTON PHOTO CP DATA e PHOTO MAGNIFYING 9 10 MARKER LEVEL MARKER ASPECT e 9 SAFETY 11 FAST BW MOD MAGN e 8 PEAKING o 12 OBJ DST UNIT 13 ZOOM INDICATOR 14 COLOR BARS 15 1kHz 16 WIRELESS REMOTE e o 17 LANC AE SHIFT AE SHIFT 8 IRIS 18 TALLY LAMP 19 LED 20 CUSTOM REC CHARACTER REC MAGNIFYING REC e OFF E Only with a lens that supports this function 2 Only during exposure lock 3 Only if LED is set to a setting other than OFF When LED is set to OFF this function will be set to OFF as well 102 Availability of custom functions in each recording program playback mode 4 Still Images Custom Function 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 SHCKLSS WB GN ZOOM RING CTRL ZOOM SPEED FOCUS RING CTRL BUTTONS OPER 1 BUTTONS OPER 2 RINGS DIRECTION OPER DIRECTION IRIS LIMIT PHOTO BUTTON MARKER LEVEL FAST BW MOD OBJ DST UNIT ZOOM INDICATOR COLOR BARS 1kHz TONE WIRELESS REMOTE LANC AE SHIFT TALLY LAMP LED CUSTOM REC WHITE BALANCE GAIN REC REVIEW MAGN WB SET REC REVIEW BARS FADE
80. Can On PUB DIE 308A XL 1 Video Camera Recorder Instruction Manual DV 1080 Cassette Important Usage Instructions WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY CAUTION DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE For Users in the UK When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re fit the fuse cover 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 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 Heat may build up the plastic case may deform and it could result in electric shock or fire European Union and EEA only This symbol indicates that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste according to the WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC and your national law This product should be handed over to a designated collection point an authorized one for one b
81. ECT dial to select a function you want to adjust and press the SET button Make the selection as necessary and press the SET button Repeat this step to adjust all the functions you want to change 5 When you finish adjusting all the functions in the custom function file select hc RETURN press the SET button and close the menu Custom functions appear in one screen represented only by the function number on the top numbers 00 20 with a black background and the code of the current setting immediately under it 100 Resetting a Custom Function File 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CUSTOM FUNCTION submenu 2 From the column on the left select the custom function file you want to reset 3 From the bottom bar select RESET 4 Select OK press the SET button and close the menu Activating a Custom Function File Even if you define a custom function file as long as you do not activate it the camcorder will function according to default settings 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CUSTOM FUNCTION submenu 2 From the column on the left select the custom function file you want to activate 3 From the bottom bar select V APPLY THIS SET 4 Select ACTIVE and press the SET button will appear next to the custom function file currently activated Copying a Custom Function File to the Memory Card 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CUSTOM F
82. EXP LOCK button lock TV screen TV screen CP backward 12 Viewfinder s B amp W mode Viewfinder s B amp W mode Flange back adjustment SDI output 3 MAGN button lock Flip EVF 2 SHUTTER button lock SDI output AE SHIFT dial lock Focus limit Can only be assigned to Custom Key 2 This function can only be operated with a custom key Index write can also be operated with the wireless controller CEIA only 15 Changing the Custom Keys VCR ae Ar Tv MENU SYSTEM SETUP CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE 31 Default value i in CAMERA CAMERA mode Open the menu and select SYSTEM SETUP Select CUSTOM KEY 1 CUSTOM KEY 2 select the function you wish to assign to the custom key and close the menu When you do not wish to use the custom keys select NONE Activating the Functions with the Custom Key TIME CODE Time Code 49 99 9 9 9 9 9 9 Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 2 button The time code setting menu appears INDEX WRITE Index Write You
83. FF ON uoneziulojsn 2 107 IE TAPE Tape Related Icons and Displays Setting Options TIME CODE Time code display OFF ON OPERATION MODE Icon of the current tape operation OFF ON DV CONTROL DV control icon OFF ON IE REMAINDER Remaining Time on the Tape You can select to display the tape remainder permanently or only the warning when the tape is about to end Setting Options OFF NORMAL WARNING I TAPE CARD Tape Card Related Displays Setting Options EXT CONTROL Icon of the external control mode dial set to h OFF ON BARS FADE Icon of the color bars or fader OFF ON IMG SIZE QUALITY Icon of the size and quality of the still image OFF ON LIGHT METERING Light Metering Related Displays Setting Options SPOT AE POINT Bracketing frames when Spot AE metering is active OFF ON LIGHT METERING Icon of the metering mode currently active OFF ON CARD Icons Related to Recording Still Images Setting Options DRIVE MODE Icon of the drive mode currently active OFF ON FLASH Icon of the flash mode currently active OFF ON CARD REMAINDER Remaining Still Images on the Memory You can select to display the information regarding the number of still images available on the memory card permanently or only the warning when the memory card is about to get full Setting Options OFF NORMAL WARNING AUDIO Audio Related Display
84. FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 20x LIS I Lens HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder 20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Playback Time Supplied color viewfinder 16x Manual Zoom Lens BP 930 145 min 130 min 100 min 130 min 100 min 135 min 105 min 75 min 60 min 75 min 65 min 80 min 65 min 155 min 145 min 110 min 145 min 115 min 150 min 115 min 135 min 105 min 150 min 115 min 05 min 65 min 05 min 65 min 90 min 10 min 00 min 60 min 90 min 70 min 175 min BP 945 220 min 195 min 155 min 195 min 155 min 200 min 160 min 115 min 95 min 115 min 95 min 120 min 100 min 235 min 220 min 170 min 220 min 175 min 225 min 175 min 205 min 160 min 225 min 175 min 125 min 100 min 130 min 100 min 135 min 105 min 120 min 95 min 135 min 105 min 265 min 9506 235 min 215 min 215 min 275 min 215 min 285 min 220 min 165 min 135 min 165 min 135 min 170 min 140 min 335 min 305 min 240 min 310 min 240 min 310 min 240 min 285 min 225 min 310 min 240 min 180 min 140 min 180 min 140 min 185 min 145 min 165 min 130 min 185 min 145 min 3 0 min 9706 320 min 375 min 295 min 380 min 300 min
85. HD or SD 16 9 LW 1920x1080 SW 848X480 MODE SELECT switch at SD 4 3 L 1440x1080 S 640X480 LW 1920x1080 SW 848X480 L 1440x1080 S 640X480 LW 1920x1080 SW 848X480 RESET CONTINUOUS 1 Available only when recording in standard definition SD 130 VCR PLAY CAMERA CARD CARD o e o e E E E e CAMERA VCR PLAY CAMERA CARD VCR PLAY CARD e _ o E o B e eo aa 66 72 73 70 45 74 26 117 119 46 107 52 52 115 115 118 116 DV REC MODE When recording in standard definition SD mode only you can choose between SP standard play and LP long play LP extends the tape usage by 1 5 times ODepending on the tape and its usage condition picture and sound recorded in LP mode may be distorted We recommend using SP mode for important recordings you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape the playback picture may become distorted and the time code may not be written correctly Olf you play back on this camcorder tape that was recorded in LP mode with another digital device or vice versa the picture and sound may become distorted B AUDIO SETUP Menu item Setting options AUD M SET CH QD GB MIX FIXED MIX VAR MIX BALANCE gt DV AUDIO 16bit 12bit MONITOR SEL NORMAL LINE OUT WIND SCREEN
86. Il image processor The next generation of Canon s video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for high definition video Versatile Artistic Expression HDV native 1080 25p recording Use the 25F mode for video recordings compliant with native recordings according to specifications 48 Whatever your video needs TV programs commercials music videos or movies you can shoot it with the XL H1S XL H1A Custom presets Enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the look you want The camcorder offers 23 customizable parameters you can easily save and exchange as custom preset files 92 Advanced Professional Features 41 19 Pro level connectivity An industry standard HD SD SDI terminal for uncompressed HD signal output embedded audio and SMPTE time code LTC are just a few of the features of the XL H1S that give it the functionality of professional broadcast cameras Synchronization Genlock synchronization as well as TC IN and TC OUT terminals allow the XL 15 to be part of any multi camera shooting setup Enhanced customization Custom functions 100 and custom display 106 options give you even more freedom to control many aspects of the camcorder s operation And More Audio options The camcorder is equipped with two sets of XLR audio input terminals with phantom power supply Record audio using both audio inputs or combine one audio in
87. N R GAIN 0 50 to 50 GGN G GAIN 0 50 to 50 BGN B GAIN 0 50 to 50 RGM RG MATRIX 0 50 to 50 RBM RB MATRIX 0 50 to 50 GRM GR MATRIX 0 50 to 50 GBM GB MATRIX 0 50 to 50 BRM BR MATRIX 0 50 to 50 BGM BG MATRIX 0 50 to 50 RENAME CANCEL EXECUTE CAMERA CARD SELECT CP 1 PRESET_A 2 PRESET_B 3 PRESET_C 4 PRESET_D 5 PRESET_E 6 PRESET F 7 VIDEO C 8 CINE V 9 CINE F SAVE POSITION EXECUTE CANCEL EXECUTE CARD CAMERA IMPORT SELECT POSITION 1 PRESET_A 2 PRESET B 3 PRESET C 4 PRESET_D 5 PRESET E 6 PRESET F 7 VIDEO C 8 CINE V 9 CINE F EXECUTE CANCEL EXECUTE Available only when recording movies 134 Custom Function Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM FUNCTION Submenu item C Fn1 C Fn2 C Fn3 Action APPLY THIS SET TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Custom Function and Setting Options DISABLED ACTIVE 00 SHCKLSS WB GN 01 Z00M RING CTRL 02 200 SPEED 03 FOCUS RING CTRL 04 BUTTONS OPER 1 05 BUTTONS OPER 2 06 RINGS DIRECTION 07 OPER DIRECTION 08 IRIS LIMIT 09 PHOTO BUTTON 10 MARKER LEVEL 11 FAST BW MOD 12 DST UNIT 13 ZOOM INDICATOR 14 COLOR BARS 15 1kHz TONE 16 WIRELESS REMOTE 17 LANC AE SHIFT 18 TALLY LAMP 19 LED 20 CUSTOM REC CANCEL OK CANCEL OK CANCEL OK 00 00 to 03 00 NORMAL 01 SLOW 02 FAST 00 NORMAL 01 SLOW 02 FAST 00 NORMAL 01 SLOW 02 FAST 00 00 to 03 00 00 to 15 00
88. Not available with the HD 6x L lens 60 Recording Manual Mode You can set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture The aperture value can be adjusted in 1 16 EV stops however the aperture value displayed on the screen will change only in 1 4 EV stops Available settings Shutter speed 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 25 1 50 1 60 1 75 1 90 1 100 1 120 1 150 1 180 1 210 1 250 1 300 1 350 1 400 1 500 1 600 1 700 1 800 1 1000 1 1200 1 1400 1 1600 1 2000 1 2400 1 2800 1 3200 1 4000 1 8000 1 16000 CS clear scan CAMERA CARD 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 25 1 50 1 60 1 75 1 90 1 100 1 120 1 150 1 180 1 210 1 250 1 300 1 350 1 400 1 500 Aperture F1 6 F1 8 F2 0 F2 2 F2 4 F2 6 2 8 F3 2 F3 4 F3 7 F4 0 F4 4 4 8 F5 2 F5 6 F6 2 F6 7 with the HD 20x L IS Il or HD 20x LIS F7 3 F8 0 F8 7 F9 5 F10 F11 F12 F14 15 F16 F17 F19 21 22 lens 5 Only with the HD 20x L IS HD 20x L IS Lens Can only be selected if the custom function IRIS LIMIT is set to OFF Cu MEE 2 1 Set the dial to M e The exposure indicator appears Use the exposure indicator as an estimate e The W mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure calculated by the camcorder The J mark of the indicator indicates the current exposure level within 2 EV stops of the standard exposure beyond 2 stops the
89. Q Locked 32 kHz 12bit Unlocked B 48 kHz 16bit a alee Unlocked a The sampling rate will be 48 2 When SDI OUTPUT is set to ON OSD will appear on the screen and on screen displays be included in the video signal output from the SDI terminal 56 Image Stabilizer lenses with image stabilization function You can select to activate the image stabilizer or turn it off depending on the recording conditions E To turn off the image stabilizer using the HD 20x LIS Ill lens Set the STABILIZER ON OFF switch to OFF STABILIZER The image stabilizer cannot be turned off in Easy Recording mode Y POSITION PRESET We recommend turning off the image stabilizer when the camcorder is mounted on a tripod 1 The image stabilizer is designed to compensate normal degree of camcorder shake O The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching an optional Extender CAMERA The image stabilizer will be activated while half pressing the PHOTO button to lock the autofocus 57 Using the Programmed AE Modes Programmed auto exposure modes provide advanced automated recording techniques ensuring professional results in various shooting conditions M Manual m 61 This mode offers the creative freedom of a complete range of manual controls In Manual mode you have the option to set the exposure at any combinatio
90. STOM PRESET submenu Select CAMERA CARD from the column on the left From the bottom bar select ER SELECT CP and then select the name of the custom preset file you want to copy to the card Select SAVE POSITION and select the file name under which you want to store the file on the memory card Up to 20 custom preset files can be stored on the memory If you try to save more than 20 custom preset filed one of the files on the card will be overwritten you can select which file to overwrite e f there are no custom preset files saved on the memory card the default file name will be NEW FILE Select gt 1 EXECUTE and in the confirmation screen select EXECUTE to copy the file Close the menu Reading a Custom Preset File from the Memory Card 1 2 3 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CUSTOM PRESET submenu Select 19 CARD gt CAMERA from the column on the left From the bottom bar select IMPORT and then select the name of the custom preset file you want to read to the camcorder Select 7 SELECT POSITION and select the preset number under which you want to store the file in the camcorder Select 2 8EXECUTE and in the confirmation screen select EXECUTE to load the file Close the menu 95 uoneziulojsno2 Reading a Custom Preset File from a Still Image With the custom function PHOTO BUTTON 100 you can selec
91. UNCTION submenu 2 From the column on the left select the custom function file you want to copy to the memory card 3 From the bottom bar select gt C SAVE TO CARD Select the destination file on the memory 0 1 94 3 5 Select OK press the SET button and close the menu When the operation is finished TASK COMPLETED will appear on the screen A Reading a Custom Function File from the Memory Card 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CUSTOM FUNCTION submenu 2 From the column on the left select the custom function file to which you want to read the settings from the memory card 3 From the bottom bar select C 9 READ FROM CARD Select the source file on the memory card C 1 9 3 9 5 Select OK press the SET button and close the menu When the operation is finished TASK COMPLETED will appear on the screen I uoneziulojsn 2 1 Custom function files saved with Canon G1 XH 1 cannot be used with this camcorder 101 Availability of custom functions in each recording program playback mode c Video Custom Function M A Tv Av 00 SHCKLSS WB GN WHITE BALANCE OFF g GAIN 5 01 ZOOM RING CTRL 02 ZOOM SPEED 03 FOCUS RING CTRL e 04 BUTTONS OPER 1 MAGN WB SET e 05 BUTTONS OPER 2 REVIEW 8 BARS FADE END SEAR
92. When a fixed focal length lens is used no zoom related indications will appear on screen Zoom Preset lenses with zoom preset function This function enables any given zoom position to be memorized Later you can return to the preset zoom position instantly Presetting the Zoom 1 Set the POSITION PRESET switch to ZOOM 2 Move the POSITION PRESET ON SET switch to SET The preset zoom position appears in yellow on the zoom indicator POSITION PRESET FOCUS ZOOM 11 OFF Returning to the Preset Zoom Position Move the POSITION PRESET ON SET switch to ON The camcorder returns to the preset zoom position O The preset setting is canceled when you attach the optional Extender XL 1 6x or mount a lens with 1 a different magnification O To return to the preset zoom position the camcorder uses the speed set for the constant zoom speed when the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT 41 Adjusting the Focus Functions in this chapter are explained using the HD 20x L IS Ill lens If you are using a different lens refer also to the instruction manual of the lens The camcorder can be set to Autofocus or Manual Focus Autofocus In addition to the usual autofocus the camcorder has also a Push AF function to allow for temporary autofocus while focusing manually Manual Focus With the customized functions 100 you can change the direction and
93. X WRITE ZEBRA VCR STOP TV e 75 SCREEN HOLD AUDIO LEVEL EVF BW MODE MAGN B LOCK SHTR B LOCK AE D LOCK E LCK B LCK FB FLIP EVF SDI OUTPUT FOCUS LIMIT NONE TIME CODE TV SCREEN DATA CODE AUDIO E 75 LEVEL TC HOLD EVF BW MODE SDI OUTPUT NONE ZEBRA TV SCREEN EVF BW MODE 75 MAGN B LOCK B LOCK D LOCK E LCK B LCK FB FLIP SDI OUTPUT FOCUS LIMIT NONE TV SCREEN EVF BW SDI OUTPUT NONE amp 75 132 SYSTEM SETUP cont Menu item CUSTOM KEY2 POWER SAVE D TIME SET DV CONTROL MAGN B LOCK SHTR B LOCK AE D LOCK E LCK B LCK ALL DISPLAY RESET ALL CAM F VER LENS F VER 1 m only CUSTOMIZE Menu item CUSTOM PRESET META DATA CP CUSTOM FUNCTION CUSTOM DISPLAY Submenu item and Setting options TIME CODE INDEX WRITE ZEBRA VCR STOP TV SCREEN TC HOLD AUDIO LEVEL EVF BW MODE MAGN B LOCK SHTR B LOCK AE D LOCK E LCK B LCK CP BKWD KEY FB FLIP SDI OUTPUT FOCUS LIMIT NONE TIME CODE TV SCREEN DATA CODE AUDIO LEVEL TC HOLD EVF BW MODE SDI OUTPUT NONE ZEBRA TV SCREEN EVF BW MODE _ MAGN B LOCK SHTR B LOCK AE D LOCK B LCK CP BKWD KEY FB FLIP SDI OUTPUT FOCUS LIMIT NONE TV SCREEN BW MODE SDI OUTPUT NONE _ ON OFF T ZONE DST PARIS list of world time zones DATE TIME DATE FORMAT YMD
94. You can activate the focus limit to restrict the focus range Using the HD 20x L IS Ill lens the focus range 10 cm co at full wide angle is limited to 1 throughout the entire zoom range 2 _ MENU Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select FOCUS LIMIT set it to ON and close the menu appears The focus limit will be canceled in the following cases 1 f the lens attached has an independent macro switch f the lens attached does not support the macro setting being changed from the camcorder When there is no lens attached 46 Using the ND Filter lenses with built in ND filter When recording in bright surroundings the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may appear blurred When using a lens witha built in ND filter turn the ND filter on off according to the screen display With the HD 20x L IS Ill lens Press the ND AD M J filter unlock button and turn the ND filter lt operating ring SO When using recording program other than Manual and if the GAIN dial is set to A the following displays appear Screen display What it means What you should do No display ND filter is not activated ND ND filter is activated ND flashes ND filter required Turn on the ND filter ND iN flashes Lenses with single density ND filters ON OFF Set the ND filter to a higher density sett
95. ack speed lt x1 reverse playback Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback Press the play button to return to normal playback frame advance Plays back frame by frame Repeatedly press the button on the wireless controller during playback pause Hold the button pressed down to enter the continuous frame advance playback I slow forward Plays back at about 1 3 normal speed Press the SLOW button on the wireless controller during normal or reverse playback Press the play button to return to normal playback playback pause To pause playback press the button on the camcorder or the PAUSE Ill button on the wireless controller during normal playback lt lt rewind playback gt gt fast forward playback Plays back the tape at 11 5 times normal speed forward or reverse Press down and hold the lt lt or gt gt button on the camcorder or the REW 4 or FF gt P button on the wireless controller during normal playback rewind or fast forward to enter the fast playback lt frame reverse frame advance Plays back frame by frame Press the or u button on the wireless controller repeatedly during playback pause Hold the button pressed down to enter the continuous frame advance reverse playback lt slow reverse I slow forward Plays back at about 1 3 normal speed Press the SLOW button on the wireless controller during norma
96. al picture M A Tv Determining the Color to be Corrected MENU setup gt COLOR CORR LL 31 Y LEVEL 0 1 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select the COLOR CORR submenu and then select A AREA SEL or B AREA SEL 2 Select each setting option adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu COLOR PHASE Select the basic color phase 0 15 of the color to be detected Use the following values as an approximate reference O purple 3 red 6 orange 9 green 12 blue CHROMA Adjust the color saturation for the color to be detected 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect areas with richer colors AREA Adjust the color range for the color to be detected 4 levels 1 to 4 are available set higher levels to detect a wider color range Y LEVEL Adjust the brightness for the color to be detected 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect brighter areas Adjusting the Color Correction MENU CAMERA SETUP j COLOR CORR 31 1 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select the COLOR CORR submenu and then select A AREA REV or B AREA REV 2 Select the color gain options adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu GAIN Adjust the red of the detected area 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set values to increase red tones or values to increase cyan tones B GAIN Adjust the blue gain of the detected a
97. an change the units for the distance display meter or feet and with the custom display 106 you can select when to display this information always never or only upon the operation of the focus ring The focusing distance will not be displayed when the optional Extender XL 1 6x is attached to the camcorder Use the focusing distance display as an estimate when the distance reading is not considered very precise it will be displayed in gray Oo Infinity focus Over infinity focus You can simultaneously zoom and focus manually If the camcorder is in AF mode the autofocus will be reactivated when you finish the operation 43 Using the Focus Assist Functions Peaking and Magnifying rE PEAKING MAGNIFYING In order to make manual focusing easier you can use two assist functions Peaking emphasizes the outlines of the subject creating a clearer contrast and Magnifying enlarges the image on the screen You can also combine both for greater effect With the custom function F AST BW MOD 100 you can set the display to change automatically to black amp white while using the focus assist functions The screen of an external monitor or viewfinder connected to the EVF2 socket will show the exact same picture as displayed on the camcorder s viewfinder screen ro CO Peaking While recording or in record pause press the EVF PEAKING button e 2791 appears and the outlines of
98. asis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment EEE Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible negative impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE At CA 920 identification plate is located on the bottom Use of CV 150F CV 250F DV cable is necessary to comply with the technical requirement of EMC Directive the same time your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office waste authority approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products please visit www canon europe com environment EEA Norway Iceland and Liechtenstein The XL 15 XL A Broad Range of Capabilities Ultimate HD Quality New and improved lens The HD 20x L IS III is the latest addition to the XL line of high end interchangeable lenses and now features a built in iris ring for improved operability 3CCD system using three 1 3 in CCDs each with a total of 1 67 mega pixels and 1 440x1 080 effective pixels the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of 800 TV lines the highest in HDV standard DIGIC DV
99. bject is not suitable for autofocus the camcorder locks the focus In that case adjust the focus manually with the focus ring O If CAMERA SETUP FOCUS PRI is set to OFF In step 2 turns green and the focus and exposure are locked O About the Power Save function In mode In order to save power when the camcorder is powered with a battery pack the camcorder will automatically enter the power save mode if you do not operate it for 5 minutes You can turn off the power save function with the SYSTEM SETUP POWER SAVE setting 132 To resume recording if the camcorder shut off automatically because of the power save function press the STANDBY button or turn the dial to OFF and then back to a recording mode Recording a Still Image on a Memory Card While Recording Movies on a Tape With the custom function PHOTO BUTTON 100 you can select to activate the simultaneous recording of a still image while recording movies on the tape If you select PHOTO CP DATA you can also save the custom preset settings currently in use embedded within the still image This is very useful when you want to read the custom preset file later by selecting the still image captured from a specific scene ave 4 Activate the simultaneous recording of still images with the custom function PHOTO 104 2 While you recording the press the PHOTO button O Simultaneous still
100. cal Recording Time HD 20x L IS Lens 16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder HD 20x L IS Il Lens HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder 20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Supplied color viewfinder FU 1000 monochrome viewfinder Playback Time supplied color viewfinder 16x Manual Zoom Lens BP 930 140 min 105 min 140 min 105 min 145 min 110 min 05 min 65 min 80 min 65 min 00 min 65 min 175 min 150 min 115 min 155 min 115 min 130 min 105 min 140 min 110 min 155 min 120 min 90 min 65 min 90 min 10 min 15 min 60 min 05 min 65 min 95 min 10 min 195 min BP 945 205 min 160 min 210 min 165 min 215 min 165 min 125 min 100 min 125 min 100 min 125 min 100 min 265 min 225 min 180 min 230 min 180 min 205 min 160 min 210 min 165 min 235 min 185 min 130 min 105 min 135 min 105 min 115 min 95 min 125 min 100 min 140 min 110 min 290 min BP 950G 290 min 230 min 295 min 230 min 305 min 240 min 180 min 140 min 175 min 140 min 180 min 145 min 3 5 min 325 min 250 min 325 min 250 min 285 min 225 min 300 min 235 min 335 min 255 min 190 min 145 min 190 min 145 min 165 min 130 min
101. can add an index signal to your recording for easy search in mode 112 Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button e X will appear while the index signal is being recorded approx 6 5 seconds When the camcorder is in record pause mode the index signal will be written when you start recording An index signal cannot be added or erased later ZEBRA Zebra Pattern m 69 Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The zebra pattern is activated Press the button again to cancel it VCR STOP VCR Stop 35 When the camcorder is in record pause mode you can turn off the recorder section Even if SYSTEM SETUP SAVE is set to OFF you can take your time adjusting the camera settings while the recorder section of the camcorder is powered off so you do not need to worry about the tape or the video heads VCR Stop can only be operated with the custom keys Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The VCR Stop mode is activated Press the button again to return to record pause mode You can also start recor
102. cassettes can loaded removed even if the dial is set to OFF 29 Inserting Removing Memory You can use SDHC SD High Capacity memory cards 522 SD memory cards or MultiMedia Cards MMC with this camcorder Inserting the Card 1 Set the dial to OFF 2 Push the f switch in the direction of the arrow to open the memory card slot cover 3 Insert the memory card straight all the way into the memory card slot 4 Close the memory card slot cover Do not force the cover closed if the card is not correctly inserted Removing the Card Do not forcefully remove the memory card without first pushing it in to release it 1 Make sure that the CARD access indicator is not flashing and set the dial to OFF 2 Push the f switch in the direction of the arrow to open the memory card slot cover 3 Push the memory card once to release it and then remove the memory card 4 Close the memory card slot cover If you use memory cards other than the supplied one make sure to initialize them with the o camcorder 127 Turn off the camcorder before inserting or removing a memory card Inserting removing the memory card with the camcorder on may result in permanent data loss SDHC and SD memory cards have write protect switch to prevent their accidental erasure 1 When this switch is set to the LOCK position images cannot recorded on or deleted from the
103. ch the lens lens mount and the interior of the mount or expose them to dust or dirt necessary clean the lens with a dry soft lens cleaning cloth Make sure to turn off the camcorder while cleaning the lens O Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when recording in HDV standard with lenses that were not designed for HDV recording If you attach such a lens to the camcorder the messages THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY and HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS will appear 25 Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when recording in HDV standard with the optional Extender XL 1 6x The message HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS will appear when using the extender even with an HD compatible lens Attaching the Lens Hood Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and shade it from stray light 1 Place the lens hood on the front of the lens and screw it clockwise until the Canon logo appears on top Be careful not to deform the lens hood e Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread 2 Tighten the lock screw Adjusting the Flange Back lenses without built in flange back adjustment function The flange back can be adjusted to correct the focus while zooming to full telephoto or full wide angle The flange back can be adjusted automatically by the camcorder AF or manually MF The camcorder can store and back up flange back adjustment values for up to 10 different lenses tm 4 _
104. ct FB and then select gt AF ADJUST 4 9 When the confirmation screen appears press the SET button to begin the adjustment Once the message ADJUSTMENT SUCCESSFUL is displayed press the MENU button to close the menu MF Adjustment 99 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 1 Press the MENU button 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select CAMERA SETUP and press the SET button 3 Select FB and then select MF ADJUST 4 9 When the confirmation screen appears press the SET button to begin the adjustment The camcorder will zoom in to full telephoto When the message ADJUST FOCUS amp PUSH E3j appears focus as necessary and press the SET button 6 The camcorder will zoom out to full wide angle When the message ADJUST FOCUS amp PUSH appears focus as necessary and press the SET button 7 Once the message ADJUSTMENT SUCCESSFUL is displayed press the MENU button to close the menu If an error message appears during the flange back adjustment be sure to reset the FB adjustment value before readjusting the flange back Resetti
105. ctivate the audio peak limiter to prevent audio distortions When activated the audio peak limiter will limit the amplitude of audio input signals when they exceed 4 dBFS The audio peak limiter can be activated if at least one of the channels is set to manual audio adjustment Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select AUD LIMITER set it to ON and close the menu When the INPUT SELECT switches for both channels are set to FRONT if the REC LEVEL switch for CH1 is set to M the audio level adjusted with the CH1 dial will automatically apply to CH2 as well 68 15 Embedded Audio Embedded audio refers to the superimposing of the audio signal along with the video signal being output from the HD SD SDI terminal ON To embed the audio ON OSD To embed the audio and on screen displays MW w w D O pfer omoro Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select SDI OUTPUT select a setting option and close the menu CAMERA The embedded audio output depends on the signal standard and the sampling frequency settings Signal standard Sampling frequency Locked unlocked audio Embedded audio output HD 48 kHz Locked o Sn 32 kHz 12bit Locked 48 kHz 16bit Locked VCR PLAY Cannot output embedded audio from a tape that was originally recorded with unlocked audio or will appear the screen Signal standard Sampling frequency Locked unlocked audio Embedded audio output HD 48 kHz Locked
106. dapter holder to use the optional CH 910 Dual Battery Charger Holder or a commercially available wireless microphone receiver 1 Attach the adapter holder and secure it by tightening the screws Support 2 Adjust the position of the support bars bars When using the optional CH 910 hook it onto the support bars and secure it with the stop lever To detach the CH 910 press the stop lever in the direction of the arrow and pull the CH 910 off the support bars 24 Preparing the Lens Refer also to the instruction manual of the lens Mounting the Lens 1 Set the dial to OFF 2 Remove the dust caps from the camcorder and the lens 3 Align the red mark on the lens with the red mark on the camcorder and turn the lens clockwise until it clicks Removing the Lens 1 Set the dial to OFF 2 Slide the LENS RELEASE switch all the way in the direction of the arrow 3 Turn the lens counter clockwise until it stops and remove the lens 4 Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens careful to drop the lens or camcorder when mounting or removing the lens Q Avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources when mounting or removing the lens The XL mount is not compatible with the VL mount Q If you set the dial to a recording mode without a lens attached the lens warning icon LENS will flash in red on the screen Do not tou
107. dentified by white areas alternating with the normal picture CO Determining the Area to be Corrected Y LEVEL eese 0 1 Open the menu select CAMERA SETUP and then select the SELECTIVE NR submenu 2 Select each setting option adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu e HUE Select the base hue 6 to 6 of the color to be detected Use the following values as an approximate reference 6 blue violet 6 yellowish green e CHROMA Adjust the color saturation for the color to be detected 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect areas with richer colors e AREA Adjust the color range for the color to be detected 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect a wider color range e Y LEVEL Adjust the brightness for the color be detected 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set higher levels to detect brighter areas Activating the Selective Noise Reduction ae CAMERA SETUP SELECTIVE NR EFFECT LEVEL OFF 1 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select the SELECTIVE NR submenu and then select EFFECT LEVEL 2 Select a setting option and close the menu e You can select the strength of the effect from low middle or high 5 13 Clear Scan This feature allows you to record a computer s CRT screen or other equipment without displaying black band or flicker on the screen You can adjust
108. deo Heads OWhen the message HEADS DIRTY USE CLEANING CASSETTE appears when the playback picture becomes distorted or if during playback of a tape recorded in HDV standard the picture and or sound stops momentarily about 0 5 seconds the video heads need to be cleaned OTo maintain the best picture quality we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the Canon DVM CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette OTapes already recorded with dirty video heads may not be played back correctly even after cleaning the video heads not use wet type cleaning cassettes as this may damage the camcorder OIf the playback picture does not improve after cleaning the video heads it may indicate a malfunction Consult a Canon Service Center Condensation Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation water droplets to form on its internal surfaces Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected Continued use may damage the camcorder Condensation may form in the following cases OWhen the camcorder is moved from an air conditioned room to a warm humid place OWhen the camcorder is moved from a cold place to a warm room OWhen the camcorder is left in a humid room OWhen cold room is heated rapidly How to avoid condensation OUnload the cassette place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes
109. ding by pressing the Start Stop button directly in VCR Stop mode TV SCREEN TV Screen You can show the camcorder s displays on a connected external monitor or TV Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button 76 TC HOLD Time Code 99 EHH HHH You can press the custom key button to freeze the display of the time code The time code will continue running normally even while the time code display is on hold Time code hold can only be operated with the custom keys Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button e Pressing the custom key button again will reactivate the normal display of the time code While on hold the time code will be displayed with an next to it and HOLD will appear on the side panel e The time code being output from the TC OUT HD SD SDI and HDV DV terminals will not be put on hold The time code superimposed on the video signal output from the COMPONENT OUT VIDEO IN OUT and IN OUT S Video terminals will be put on hold 8 73 only e he time code hold will be canceled when you turn the camcorder on of
110. dio mode 53 83 Recording mode 130 Audio level indicator 0 55 85 Color bars 79 Metering mode 121 6 Drive mode 120 Still image size quality 115 Available still images on the card 115 Flash 122 In M Manual mode Screen Displays during Playback HDV50i 0 01 15 20 6558 min PL 1j 4 L2 EVF BW MODE 1920x1080 SLIDESHOW STOP 5440 25 ALN Side panel cect Video signal standard DV Time code setting EIO Video output signal HD SDI TC IN TC OUT GENLOCK from the HD SD SDI Terminal M CH1 2 gt MIX4CH3 4 ZI CH 50 40 30 20 6 2 Ol cB Audio level indicator 2 0 HE co 3 0 2008 9 20PM 15 Time code Ll EXT LOCK HOLD 650 fiii Remaining battery charge 1 Audio monitor 86 2 Audio output 86 3 Custom function 100 4 Custom keys 75 Data code 113 6 Date search 113 Index search 112 End search 39 7 Recording standard 38 Frame rate 48 9 Tape operation 110 Q Recording Record pause Stop A Eject Playback Playback pause Po Fast forward 4 Rewind amp Fast forward playback rewind playback 4 2 Playback double speed x1 4x1 Playback normal speed II i Frame advance reverse
111. ds New Zealand North Korea Norway Oman Pakistan Poland Portugal Qatar Romania Serbia Sierra Leone Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka Swaziland Sweden Switzerland Tanzania Thailand Turkey Uganda Ukraine United Arab Emirates United Kingdom Yemen Zambia 145 jeuonippy Troubleshooting you have a problem with your camcorder refer to this checklist Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists Power Source Problem Cause Solution I Camcorder will not turn on Battery pack is not correctly attached Attach the battery pack correctly 15 The camcorder switches off by itself Power save function has been activated Turn on the camcorder 35 The screen switches on and off Battery pack is exhausted Replace or charge the battery pack 15 Recording Playback Problem Cause Solution LI Buttons will not work Cassette is not loaded Load a cassette 29 6 flashes on the screen Condensation is detected See reference page 144 REMOVE THE CASSETTE appears on the Camcorder stopped operating to protect the Remove the cassette and reinsert it 29 screen tape The wireless controller will not work Camcorder and wireless controller are not Change the remote sensor mode 114 set to the same remote sensor mode Batteries of the wireless controller are Replace the batteries 28 exhausted Abnormal characters appear on the This camcorder uses a microcom
112. ds featuring 3 8 mounting screws attach first the supplied tripod adapter base and attach the tripod to the adapter base 2About the Terminal LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System The terminal allows you to connect and control connected devices Connect only devices with the mark to the terminal OOperation cannot be guaranteed for connections with devices not bearing the mark OSome buttons of connected devices may not operate or may operate differently than the buttons on the camcorder 12 CD PHOTO button 117 MAGN button 104 2 START STOP button 34 3 Hot shoe 122 4 Microphone 23 5 Viewfinder lock screw 19 6 Handle zoom lever 40 7 EJECT switch 29 8 CUSTOM KEYS 75 8 DISPLAY button 37 19 CUSTOM PRESET ON OFF button A 95 CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button Q 95 12 Remote sensor 0 28 114 43 Tally lamp QA 105 IFYING amp 14 Screw holes adapter holder 19 24 15 REC record button 89 gt gt fast forward button 110 button 96 123 7 gt play button 110 SLIDESHOW button 123 rewind button 110 button 96 123 19 stop button 110 113 metering mode button 0 121 6011 pause button
113. e menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select DV AUDIO select a setting option and close the menu Using the Wind Screen With the supplied microphone only you can reduce the sound of wind recorded from the front microphone mM MENU Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select WIND SCREEN set it to and close the menu Selecting the Sensitivity of the Front Microphone You can change the sensitivity of the front microphone to NORMAL or HIGH 6 dB to match the recording conditions NORMAL record audio under usual conditions HIGH To record audio at a higher volume VCR Tv TIE mem Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select MIC SENSIT select a setting option and close the menu o3 Recording Audio Select the audio input from FRONT Supplied microphone XLR MIC XLR terminals or XLR LINE XLR terminals You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2 A O Using the Front Microphone Set the INPUT SELECT switch to FRONT MIC You can select the microphone setting with the NE umm 2 STEREO MONO switch the microphone itself In Wore 1 the MONO position the same monaural audio signal SELECT XLRMIC XLR ess 10 XLR REC FRONT will be recorded on channels 1 and 2 own m m D FRONT ros Using the XLR terminal
114. e shutter speeds when recording still images 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 25 1 50 1 120 1 250 1 500 Only with the HD 20x L IS Il or HD 20x L IS Lens M 2 1 the dial to 2 Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER or button With the custom function OPER DIRECTION 100 you can change the direction of the adjustment when you push the SHUTTER A V buttons Settings other than the shutter speed aperture etc are adjusted automatically 1 Using exposure lock adjust the exposure manually will change the shutter speed overriding the shutter speed selected in Tv mode When the GAIN dial is set to A automatic gain the numeric value on the screen flashes if the selected shutter speed is not suitable for the recording conditions In such case readjust the shutter speed If you are using an ND filter turn it off first and readjust the shutter speed O Image quality may decrease to some extent when using slow shutter speeds You can use the custom keys 75 or the SYSTEM SETUP 2 SHTR B LOCK setting 60 132 to prevent the accidental operation of the SHUTTER buttons 63 Recording Aperture Priority Av Mode The aperture value can be adjusted in 1 16 EV stops however the aperture value displayed on the screen will change only in 1 4 EV stops Available aperture values with the HD 20x L IS or HD 20x L IS III lens
115. ecording program other than C 2 Push the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out 3 Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to the desired white balance setting You can fine tune the preset 5 9 settings Press the WHITE BALANCE button so the preset icon and the neutral value 0 start flashing Adjust the white balance with the SELECT dial to a value between 9 and 9 and press the WHITE BALANCE S4 button again Setting the Color Temperature 1 Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than 2 Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to The color temperature currently set will be displayed 3 Press the WHITE BALANCE button The color temperature display will start flashing 4 Turn the SELECT dial to set the desired color temperature 5 Press the WHITE BALANCE 9 button again The color temperature display stops flashing and stays on 67 Setting Custom White Balance 1 Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than _ 2 Press the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out 3 Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to one of the custom preset positions A or B 4 Point the camcorder at a white object and zoom in until it fills the whole screen Keep the camcorder zoomed at the white object until step 5 is completed 5 Press the WHITE BALANCE 9 button Z4 and the corresponding letter will stop flashing and stay on when the setting is completed a When you set the custom whi
116. ect RETURN press the SET button and close the menu current setting value As you move between the items with the SELECT dial the full name of the Gi The custom preset parameters appear in one screen as 3 letter abbreviations followed by the currently selected item and its current value will be displayed at the bottom of the screen O Protected custom preset files cannot be changed If you attempt to change a protected file On will start flashing 93 Renaming a Custom Preset File Follow steps 1 3 in Changing Custom Preset Parameters 93 to select the custom preset file you want to rename 1 From the bottom bar select I RENAME The first character of the custom preset file name will start flashing 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select a number letter or punctuation mark and press the SET button e The next character of the custom preset file name will start flashing e Set the rest of the custom preset file name in the same way 3 When you finish renaming the custom preset file press the SET button You will return to the custom preset editing screen 4 Close the menu Protecting a Custom Preset File Follow steps 1 3 in Changing Custom Preset Parameters 93 to select the custom preset file you want to protect 1 From the bottom bar select B PROTECT e The protection mark will appear next to the custom preset file name To cancel the protection repeat the procedure for a custom preset fi
117. ed battery pack Charged Uncharged 142 Cassette Handling Precautions ORewind tapes after use If the tape is lose or damaged it may cause picture and sound distortion OhReturn cassettes to their case and store them upright Rewind tapes from time to time if they are stored for a long time not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder not use tapes that have been jammed as video heads may become dirty not insert anything into the small holes of the cassette or cover them with cellophane tape OHandle cassettes with care Do not drop or subject them to severe impact as this may damage the cassettes OWlith cassettes equipped with a memory function metal plated terminals may become dirty with use Clean the terminals with a cotton swab after about 10 times of loading unloading The memory function is not supported by the camcorder Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure 99 9
118. efault settings are shown in boldface and the availability of menu settings in different operating modes is indicated with the following icons SIGNAL SETUP Menu item Submenu item and Setting options TIME CODE COUNT UP REC RUN REC RUN PS FREE RUN START VALUE 00 00 00 00 SET RESET HDV DV IN REGEN COPY GENLCK ADJST 0000 1023 to 1023 PLAYBACK STD AUTO HDV DV COMP OUT 5761 1080i 576i SDI OUTPUT ON OSD ON OFF SDI SPEC AUTO SD LOCKED DV DOWN CONV LETTERBOX ON OFF 1 XL Hs only C H switch set to O CAMERA CAMERA MENU dial set to one of the recording modes switch set to ven PLAY VCR PLAY MENU RANEA dial set to switch is set to o79 CARD CAMERA MENU dial set to one of the recording modes 9 switch set to O VcR PLAY CARD CARD PLAY MENU Qama dial set to CAMERA VCR PLAY CAMERA CARD VCR PLAY CARD e 5 3 2 E E E 49 49 89 50 110 83 82 82 90 83 81 DOWN CONV Selects whether to down convert the video signal output from the HDV DV terminal while playing back a tape recorded in HDV standard Standard of the tape being played back HDV DV Setting ON OFF ON OFF HD DOWN CONV AUTO DV HDV DV DV
119. enu 2 Select HDV DV IN select a setting option and close the menu 3 Connect the camcorder to the external video device For the connection diagram to a digital device refer to Section 3 of Connecting to a Monitor TV 83 4 Press the and buttons or the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller The camcorder enters the record pause mode In this mode you can monitor the picture on the screen f you press only the button recording will start immediately 5 Press the button or the PAUSE button on the wireless controller when the scene you wish to record appears Recording starts 6 Press the button to stop recording Analog Line In 1 Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select DV AUDIO select a setting option and close the menu 2 Connect the camcorder to the analog video device For the connection diagram to an analog device refer to Section 4 of Connecting to a Monitor TV 84 Connect the supplied Stereo Cable to the IN terminals on the camcorder 3 Press the and II buttons or the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller e The camcorder enters the record pause mode In this mode you can monitor the picture on the screen f you press only the 6 button recording will start immediately 4 Press the button or the PAUSE II button on the wireless controller when the scene you wish to record appears Recording starts 5 Press the W button to stop recording 89
120. eparations Preparing the dioe T HH 15 Pe AMG ane ERE T TNT 19 xis eid aie E 25 Using TS aa i aai i 28 Loading Removing Cassete 29 Inserting Herrioving a Memory Danae eins Vua Cy EVE ae 30 Changing Settings with the MENU nsns a ann rna 31 Date Time Language bxc ta tuin S desthescukednatecevvadevesexeceesteneavetetaanesexs 32 Recording IN emm 34 Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect eene nennen nnne nnne 38 Locating ihe Last SCENE sri E TOTO EET 39 ETE EU 40 NER ER een 42 vong ine IND TUN um 47 wisi senio Frame TET TD D 48 5 OG ERE TL Om TES 49 Synchronizing the Camcorder s Time Code nnns nr nnns 50 iaa RTT Um 52 Audo MEC TNCS HE E 53 iaoe QS cT 57 Using the Programmed AE MOG GS 58 N Mangal _ __ _ _ 61 Recording in Shutter Priority Tv
121. er icon Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the options in the following order 9 Hig no display e The icon of the selected fader type starts flashing 2 Press the BARS FADE ON OFF button The icon stops flashing 3 Press the Start Stop button e In record pause the recording will fade in and start While recording the recording will fade out and stop e After the fade in out the icon will start flashing again To activate the fader again press the BARS FADE ON OFF button step 2 79 Video Signal Output Standards The standard of the video signal output from the HD SD SDI FALA only COMPONENT OUT and HDV DV terminals depends on the standard used for recording or the standard of the recording on the tape being played back and on various menu settings Video output from the VIDEO OUT IN OUT S Video terminal will always be in 576 50i standard Standard of Video Output while Recording E1315 While recording in high definition video output from the HD SD SDI terminal will be an uncompressed HD YPbPr signal You can down convert the video output with the respective menu settings Recording HD SD SDI terminal COMPONENT OUT terminal standard and Down Down HDV DV terminal frame rate Unchanged converted 5 6 Unchanged HD 50i 1080 50i 576 501 1080 50 576 501 1080 50 25 1080 50 576 508 1080 50 576 50i 1080 25p Standard of Video Output during Playback
122. er normal sensitivity full scale 18 dB 10 kohms BNC jack input only 1 Vp p 75 ohms BNC jack input only 0 5 V 18 Vp p 10 kohms BNC jack output only 1 Vp p 75 ohms 2 5 mm stereo mini jack 20 pin connector EVF2 terminal for monochrome viewfinder unit or external monitor component video 1 4 V battery pack ELED 9 4 W 7 9W recording using the color viewfinder autofocus HD 20x LIS Ill lens HD mode 0 40 C 226 x 220 x 496 mm excluding the gripbelt With the viewfinder unit and microphone attached 2 5600 2 500 g Field Size at Closest Angleo Focusing Distance Telephoto Wide Angle Telephoto HD 20x LIS Il Lens 51 36 x 30 29 16 9 2 46 x 1 34 16 9 20 1 m HD 20x L IS Ill Lens 39 51 x 30 29 4 3 2 05 x 1 34 4 3 64 8 x 35 4 mm 16 9 70 5 x 39 7 mm 16 9 47 7 x 35 4 mm 4 3 52 9 x 39 7 mm 4 3 HD 6x L Lens 75 01 x 46 48 16 9 14 35 x 8 15 16 9 20 mm 0 5 m 59 52 x 46 48 4 3 10 58 x 8 15 4 3 86 4 x 47 5 mm 16 9 149 9 x 84 6 mm 16 9 63 8 x 47 5 mm 4 3 112 5 x 84 6 mm 4 3 20x L IS Lens 51 36 x 30 29 16 9 2 46 x 1 34 16 9 20 mm 1 m 39 51 x 30 29 4 3 2 05 x 1 34 4 3 64 8 x 35 4 mm 16 9 70 5 x 39 7 mm 16 9 47 7 x 35 4 mm 4 3 52 9 x 39 7 mm 4 3 16x Manual 51 36 x 30 29 16 9 3 28 x 1 57 16 9 50 mm 1 m Zoom Lens 39 51 x 30 29 4 3 2 36 x 1 57 4 3 81 9 x 44 6 mm 16 9 55 8 x 31
123. er level monitor PRESS PED 2 SET 2 Custom Preset 8 CINE V For playback on a monitor TV with a film like feel CINE1 KNE LOW STRETCH SHP 4 CGN 20 5 RBM 5 GRM 5 GBM 5 5 BGM 12 Custom Preset 9 CINE F For video transfer to film CINE2 KNE LOW STRETCH SHP 6 CINE2 RGN 8 All other settings are left at their neutral values 96 Gamma Curve The gamma curve changes the overall look of the image You can select from NORMAL CINE1 or CINE2 NORMAL standard gamma setting suitable for video CINE1 appropriate for video telecined from film CINE2 appropriate for transfer to film KNE Knee Point Adjustment Adjust the dynamic range knee point in the highlight area of the image to prevent overexposure You can select from AUTO HIGH MIDDLE or LOW BLK Black Stretch Black Press Adjust the dynamic range in the shadow area of the image You can select from STRETCH MIDDLE or PRESS STRETCH emphasizes contrast in the dark area PRESS enhances or deepens darkness PED Master Pedestal Adjust the master pedestal level in the range 9 to 9 The master pedestal lowers or raises the baseline of the luminance signal affecting only the shadow areas Set values to subdue the dark areas or set
124. erial number 4 Screw hole for adapter holder 24 15 AE SHIFT dial 65 LOCK switch 35 12 MIC terminals 23 49 Lens hood lock screw 26 9 Grip zoom lever 40 Q9 PHOTO button 117 MAGN button 104 0 Cassette compartment 29 11 Front view 1 Tally lamp 105 2 Remote sensor 28 114 3 Grip belt QQ 23 4 Attachment sockets for the optional TA 100 Tripod Adapter 151 or the supplied tripod adapter base 5 Tripod socket 6 Viewfinder cable 19 7 Remote sensor 28 114 8 START STOP button Q 34 9 Microphone lock screw 23 10 Strap mount 23 a INPUT terminals CH1 CH2 XLR 54 12 SHUTTER buttons 61 63 4 5 Using tripods Back view ru E i ij 38 328 3 PHONES LEVEL dial headphone terminal 15 indicator 38 16 HDV DV terminal 83 89 91 17 8 terminal switches CH1 CH2 54 switches CH1 CH2 54 0 CH i amp card tape switch 117 27 CARD access indicator 117 22 ZOOM SPEED switch 40 63 ZOOM SPEED dial Q 40 24 Start Stop button 34 55 COMPONENT OUT terminal 83 Do not use tripods with mounting screws longer than 5 5 mm as this may cause damage to the camcorder To use tripo
125. essage CARD ERROR You can also initialize a memory card to erase all data recorded on it The regular initialization option INITIALIZE will clear the file allocation table but will not physically erase the stored data If you need to completely erase all the data select instead the complete initialization option COMPL INIT Ty Av 6 8H Initializing a memory erases all data including protected still images and custom preset files o Still images and custom preset files erased as a result of initializing the card cannot be recovered We recommend using the COMPL INIT option when you feel that the time it takes to record an image on or read an image from the memory card has become too long Depending on the memory card the complete initialization may take up to a few minutes If you use a memory card other than the supplied one initialize it with the camcorder MENU caro opeRATIONS p gt INITIALIZE 31 1 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS 2 Select INITIALIZE and select the initialization method 3 INITIALIZE Select YES COMPL INIT Select YES and in the confirmation screen select YES again e The card initialization starts e The complete initialization can be canceled while still in progress by pressing the SET button All the image files will be erased and the memory card can be used without any problem 127 P
126. et to 50 LOCKED O About the Side Panel Indications GENLOCK will flash until the synchronization stabilizes and will stay on once the phase synchronization has stabilized TC IN and TC OUT indicate respectively that Time Code IN or Time Code OUT synchronization is available EXT LOCK indicates that the camcorder has locked on to an external time code signal 51 Setting the User Bit The user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording or an identification code consisting of 8 characters in the hexadecimal system that is useful for labeling tapes There are sixteen possible characters the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A to If user bit information is being received along with an external time code you can also record the external user bit on the tape co usui 00 0000 RECORDING SETUP UB 00 00 00 00 C131 4 1 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select UB SELECT select setting option and press the SET button you selected 00 00 00 00 the user bit set reset options appear continue with the procedure below Otherwise close the menu If you selected 00 00 00 00 2 Select SET The first character of the user bit flashes 3 Turn the SELECT dial to select a number or letter and press the SET button The next character of the user bit starts flashing Set the rest of the user bit in the same
127. f change the operating mode between recording and playback or change the position of the 9 65 card tape switch AUDIO LEVEL Audio Level Indicator 55 99 9 99 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 2 button The audio level indicator appears Press the button again to hide the audio level indicator EVF BW MODE Viewfinder s B amp W mode Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 2 button The image on the screen will be shown in black amp white on screen displays and indicators will still be displayed in color Press the button again to return to color display MAGN B LOCK MAGN Button Lock Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button
128. f the connected device is indicated as follows Connected device is recording D Connected device is in record pause or stop mode D Connected device is mode other than record pause stop 222 DV CONTROL is set to ON 92 but no external device is connected O As long as the built in rechargeable lithium battery is charged the camcorder retains the DV control setting even if you turn the power off Make sure to check the setting after using the DV control function as the tape in the connected device may be overwritten When connecting two DV Control compatible Canon camcorders with DV cable make sure to set DV CONTROL on the other connected camcorder to OFF O Up to 2 other devices can be connected to this camcorder for DV control With some non Canon devices the DV control may not work properly depending on the connected device 88 Recording an External Video Signal HDV DV In Analog Line In You can record on the tape an external video signal either from the HDV DV input SD or HD standard or from the analog video input SD standard HDV DV In When recording from an external digital device you can select the time code to be used for the recording made with this camcorder Select COPY to keep the original time code of the video source or REGEN to use instead this camcorder s internal time code 1 Open the menu select SIGNAL SETUP and then select the TIME CODE subm
129. ge them on the day of use or the day before to ensure a full charge OAttach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use Contact with metallic objects may cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack Q Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder Wipe the terminals with a soft cloth OSince storing a charged battery pack for a long time about 1 year can shorten its lifecycle or affect performance we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully and to store it in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 C If you do not use the battery pack for long periods charge and discharge it fully at least once a year If you have more than one battery pack perform these precautions at the same time for all battery packs OAIthough the battery pack s operating temperature range is from 0 C to 40 C the optimal range is from 10 to 30 At cold temperatures performance will temporarily decline Warm it in your pocket before use OReplace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal temperatures About the battery terminal cover The battery terminal cover has hole This is useful when you wish to differentiate between charged and uncharged battery packs For example with charged battery packs attach the terminal cover so that the shaped hole shows the blue label Back side of the Terminal cover attach
130. he lock switch to the left to enable 35 operation of the controls on the carrying the operation of the carrying handle handle controls Camcorder will not focus Autofocus does not work on that subject Focus manually 43 Viewfinder is not adjusted Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric 21 adjustment lever Lens is dirty Clean the lens 141 The tally lamp will not light up The tally lamp option in the customized Set the TALLY LAMP setting to ON or 105 functions is set to OFF BLINK 146 Recording Problem A vertical light bar appears on the screen Viewfinder picture is blurred Audio is not recorded Audio is recorded in a very low level Playback Problem Pressing the playback button does not start playback Tape is running but image will not appear on the TV screen While playing back a tape recorded in HDV standard there are brief stops in the playback picture Memory Card Operations Problem Memory card cannot be inserted Memory card cannot be recorded Memory card cannot be played back Image cannot be erased flashes red Others Lenses with built in image stabilizer Detected air bubbles inside the lens About the LCD screen The LCD screen is produced with extremely high precision manufacturing techniques with more than Cause Bright light in a dark scene may cause a vertical light bar smear to appear This is not a malfunction Viewfinder is not adjusted The
131. he menu All still images except the protected ones are erased 125 Protecting Still images You can protect important still images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or the index screen Ty Av 6 If a memory is initialized all still images even protected ones will be erased permanently Protecting a Single Still Image 1 Select the still image you wish to protect 2 Press the SET button to open the still image operations menu In CAMERA CARD mode the menu appears when you press the SET button while you are reviewing a still image or immediately after recording a still image 3 Select PROTECT 4 Select ON To remove the protection select OFF instead 5 Select 5 to close the menu On appears and now the image cannot be erased Protecting Still Images from the Index Screen MENU caro opeRATIONS OmPROTECT 31 1 Move the zoom lever toward W Up to 6 still images appear 2 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS Select gt o PROTECT and press the SET button 3 Select the image you wish to protect and press the SET button On appears on the image Select additional images with the SELECT dial and protect them in the same way 4 Close the menu to return to the index screen 126 Initializing a Memory Initialize new memory cards or when you get the m
132. icon 2 Press the 44 or gt gt button to begin searching e Press more than once to search for further date changes up to 10 times e Press the STOP button to stop searching O A recording of longer than a minute per date time zone is required 1 The date search may not function if the data code is not correctly displayed O The date search function may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing the recording date and time and other camera data such as shutter speed gain and exposure f stop fA Ty Av 6 DB Selecting the Data Code MENU ponere Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select DATA CODE select a setting option and close the menu Displaying the Data Code Press the DATA CODE button on the wireless controller yoeqheld 1 you turn the camcorder the data code will not appear the next time you turn on Six Second Auto Date The date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback or to indicate that the date or time zone in the recording has changed DISPLAY SETUP 65 DATE OFF Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select GSEC DATE set it to ON and close the menu 113 Remote Sensor Mode Two remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Can
133. iewfinder The viewfinder position can be changed right left forward backward When storing the camcorder in the optional HC 3200 System Case adjust the viewfinder to the right and lock it Right Left Adjustment Forward Backward Adjustment Loosen the top lock screw adjust the viewfinder to the Loosen the bottom lock screw adjust the viewfinder right left and tighten the screw forward backward and tighten the screw Lock screw T 62 Lock screw Dioptric Adjustment Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever Do not let the viewfinder be exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light sources The viewfinder LCD may become damaged due to concentration of the light by the lens Pay special attention when mounting the camcorder a tripod or during its transportation 21 Adjusting the Viewfinder You can adjust the brightness contrast color and sharpness of the viewfinder These adjustments will not affect your recordings Tv 4 0 BRIGHTNESS Press the MENU button Turn the SELECT dial to select DISPLAY SETUP and press the SET button Select EVF SETUP and then select BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR SHARPNESS 4 Adjust the setting with the SELECT dial and press the SET button e After the adjustment you will return to the EVF SETUP submenu Change additional settings in the
134. iffraction limit will appear in gray when selecting the aperture Using aperture values displayed in gray will cause diffraction blur When a lens without iris control function is used the aperture value will not appear on the screen With the custom function LANC SHIFT 100 you can change the function of the AE SHIFT dial on the optional ZR 2000 Zoom Remote Controller and use it to change the aperture value 64 Adjusting the Exposure Exposure Lock Mella 1 Set the dial to A Tv or Av 2 Press the EXP LOCK button e The exposure indicator appears Use the exposure indicator as an estimate e he V mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure calculated by the camcorder The mark of the indicator indicates the current exposure level within 2 EV stops of the standard exposure beyond 2 stops the marker will blink e You can use the custom keys 75 or the SYSTEM SETUP E LCK B LCK setting to prevent the accidental operation of the EXP LOCK button AE Shift You can use the AE Shift control to manually override the automatic exposure system in order to darken or lighten the image Select from 13 AE levels 42 0 1 5 1 0 0 75 40 5 0 25 0 0 25 0 5 0 75 1 0 1 5 2 0 1 Set the dial to A Tv or Av 2 Turn the AE SHIFT dial to adjust the level e AE and the selected shift level will be displayed on the screen e Y
135. ight programmed AE mode 58 Standby mode 35 137 Still image quality 115 Still image size 115 Tape protection 143 Temporary autofocus Push AF 42 Temporary automatic exposure Push 62 HIME COUCS A eee UEA 49 TROUDIESNOOTING 146 Tv programmed mode 63 Yser DIE iiie idn nai b edhe dria bes dos 52 VOR ODIOD e pka hon m y be EOS AT UO 35 Video heads cleaning 144 Video output standards 80 Videocassettes 29 143 VIGWTIEICIGE pec Rh Ra qa pa eda 19 White balance 67 Wireless controller 14 28 114 FA Zebra be abi t br E hers 69 Zero set memory 112 ZOOM ee PETERET 40 Zoom 41 Zoom speed 40 157 jeuonippy DIE 308 Canon Canon Europa N V Bovenkerkerweg 59 61 1185 XB Amstelveen The Netherlands Canon UK Ltd Service Centre Unit 130 Centennial Park Borehamwood Hertfordshire
136. ile You can also embed the data of the custom preset parameters currently in use within a still image recorded on the memory card Up to 9 different custom preset files can be saved on the camcorder and up to 20 custom preset files can be saved on memory card Custom preset files can be copied between the camcorder and memory card Custom preset files saved with a Canon XL H1 XH G1 or XH 1 can be used with this camcorder Custom preset files saved with this camcorder can be used a Canon XH G1 or XH 1 Custom preset files 7 to 9 on the camcorder are predefined custom preset files especially designed for specific scenes Custom Preset Parameters Group i Parameters related to light and gradation Group 2 Horizontal detail frequency Parameters related to noise and definition of contour lines Group 3 Parameters related to color direction and intensity Group 2 RBM Parameters related to change in color Available only when recording movies 92 Enter the custom preset _ editing screen Save the custom preset file to the memory card Read a custom preset file from the memory card Back to the CUSTOMIZE submenu Select the custom preset file Change the custom preset settings the custom preset file 0 wa E m REO BLK Men o COR O RENI cN 0 2
137. images cannot be recorded while a fader is in use mf appears if you press the PHOTO button when the custom function PHOTO BUTTON is set to OFF Capturing a Still Image from a Tape With the custom function PHOTO BUTTON 100 you can select to activate the capturing of a still image during playback pause M Tv Av 6 1 Activate the capturing of still images with the custom function PHOTO BUTTON 104 2 playback pause press the PHOTO button to record the frame as a still image on the memory card 1 Still images cannot be captured from a tape when SIGNAL SETUP LETTERBOX is set to ON 118 Screen Displays during Still Image Recording 3 Image Quality and Size Indicates the quality and size currently selected for recording still images 4 Remaining Number of Still Images that can be Recorded on the Memory Card flashing in red No card in green 6 or more images in yellow 1 to 5 images in red No more images e he indication may not decrease even though a recording has been 1 Metering Mode Icon 0 121 made or may decrease by 2 images at once Indicates the metering mode currently selected for recording Al indicators are displayed in green when a memory card is played ne back still images gt Card Access Display Drive Mode Icon 120 Indicates that the camcorder is writing on the memory card Indicates the drive mode
138. in e ode Capturing a still image in mode LW 1920x1080 HD SD16 9 LW 1920x1080 From a recording made in HD LW 1920x1080 SW 848x480 SW 848x480 SW 848x480 L 1440x1080 504 3 L 1440x1080 From a recording made 5016 9 SW 848x480 5 640x480 5 640x480 From a recording made in SD4 3 640x480 Only when playing back tape Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select IMAGE SIZE IMG SIZE in mode select a setting option and close the menu 1 Still images are recorded on the memory card using JPEG compression 115 Number of still images that can be recorded a memory card Image size Image quality Leno File size per image 16 MB 128 MB 512 MB LW 1920 x 1080 Super Fine 9 90 350 1360 kB Fine 14 135 525 910 kB Normal 28 265 1035 460 kB SW 848 x 480 Super Fine 50 455 1770 280 kB Fine 70 645 2510 190 kB Normal 140 1295 5030 100 kB L 1440 x 1080 Super Fine 12 120 470 1020 kB Fine 19 180 700 690 kB Normal 38 350 1370 350 kB S 640 x 480 Super Fine 65 595 2320 215 kB Fine 95 865 3350 149 kB Normal 170 1555 6035 82 kB These figures are approximate They vary according to recording conditions and the subject The total number of still images that can be recorded will decrease if you store custom preset files on the card File Numbers Still images are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101 to 9900 and stored in fo
139. in battery is recharged every time you use the camcorder However when you use the camcorder for only short periods or do not use it for a period of over 3 months it will discharge completely In that case recharge the built in battery by powering the camcorder from a power outlet and leaving it with the dial set to OFF for at least 24 hours O Disconnect the DC coupler from the compact power adapter when charging a battery pack 69 off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter If the compact power adapter is used close to a TV it may cause picture interference Move the compact power adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable O Do not connect to the compact power adapter any products not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder O If you connect a faulty compact power adapter or battery pack the charge indicator turns off and charging will stop O The charge indicator serves also as an indication about the charge status 0 50 Flashes once per second 50 75 Flashes twice per second More than 75 Flashes 3 times per second 100 Continuously on We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 C and 30 C The charging time will vary depending on the surrounding temperature and the battery s initial charge condition O In cold places the effective usage time of the battery will decrease O We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer
140. ing External ND filter required attach an external ND filter to the lens Lenses with selectable ND filter density Higher density setting external ND filter required m ND 619 flashes Built in ND filter not required Turn off the ND filter ND flashes in red Incorrect setting of the built in ND filter Set the ND filter to an appropriate density Displayed only when using lenses with built in ND filter 2 if you have no external ND filter available use the Tv mode and set a faster shutter speed or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value Depending on the scene the color may change when turning the ND filter on off Setting a custom white balance may be effective in such case 68 47 Selecting the Frame Rate You can set the rate to 50i or 25F regardless of the recording mode 50i Mode Records 50 interlaced fields per second the same as standard definition TV signals 25F Mode Records 25 frames per second according to HDV native 1080 25p specifications For playback the 25F camera signal is converted to 50i but video output from the HDV DV terminal will be 25p mmc m The picture captured by the camera at 25 frames 1 E second is converted and recorded the tape 50i playback 501 25 amp lil ll 50 tape playback
141. ing them fixed and unadjustable Selecting the Programmed AE Modes Press the lock button and turn the dial The symbol of the selected mode appears Sei dial G lt 0 Do not change the position of the dial while recording as the brightness of the image may 1 change abruptly The CJ Easy Recording Spotlight and Night modes are all automatic modes In the Auto Tv Shutter Priority Av Aperture Priority and M Manual modes you can change some settings manually according to the recording conditions Available controls functions by programmed AE mode M A Tv C EXP LOCK button PUSH AE button Q Iris ring i i SHUTTER buttons e i i AE SHIFT dial 0 GAIN dial 0 dB auto WHITE BALANCE dial e Q auto Custom preset adjustments e o CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button CUSTOM PRESET ON OFF button e Skin detail Clear scan e Frequency selection for clear scan e 1 Available during exposure lock 2 Available during clear scan 3 Only lenses with manual iris ring 59 Available lens functions by programmed mode 5 Focus ring Zoom ring e Iris ring See previous table Image stabilizer s ON ND filter Focus mode selection gt switch Push AF HD 20x LIS HD 20x L IS HD 6x L 20x L IS and 16x IS II lenses 2
142. ion 70 Index search 112 So oke PUN DRESS 98 Index write 76 Color 98 Initializing the memory card 127 Color DIIASO xa wach gea 98 Compact power adapter 15 K COMPONENT OUT terminal 83 97 Condensation 144 Connection to computer 91 Connection to a High Definition TV HDTV 82 Language E 33 Connection toa TV _ ___ 81 84 Lens 26 Continuous shooting 120 Low angle recording 35 ol ewer omens 98 CUSTON GISDIGYS XX Ra eb x RP d 136 M Custom functions 100 135 Macro shooting 46 Custom keyS ME 75 Magnifying focus assist 44 Custom presets 92 134 Manual programmed AE mode 9 Manual focus 43 D sad sees d UR 132 Data code aoe eae Meee
143. l or reverse playback Press the play button to return to normal playback lt x1 reverse playback Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback Press the play button to return to normal playback lt x2 reverse x2 playback x2 forward x2 playback Plays back at 2 times normal speed Press the 2 button on the wireless controller during normal or reverse playback Press the play button to return to normal playback The picture may become distorted during some special playback modes The camcorder stops the tape automatically after 4 minutes 30 seconds in playback pause mode to protect the tape and video heads During fast forward playback rewind playback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV standard the picture may be distorted The picture may be slightly distorted at the switch point between recordings in HDV and DV standards on the tape 1 The sound will be muted during special playback modes yoeqheld 114 Returning to Pre marked Position you wish to return to a particular scene later mark the point with the zero set memory and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind fast forward the tape This function is operated with the wireless controller oo SEM 4 8 1 During playback press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish to return to later The tape counter is reset
144. lders containing up to 100 images Folders are numbered from 101 to 998 RESET Image numbers will restart from 101 0101 every time you insert a new memory card CONTINUOUS Image numbers will continue from the number following that of the last image recorded with the camcorder If the memory card you insert already contains an image with a larger number a new image will be assigned a number one higher than that of the last image on the memory card There will be no duplication of file numbers This is useful for organizing images on a computer CH Tv Only when playing back tape MENU RECORDING SETUP W FILE NOS CONTINUOUS 31 To change the setting open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select FILE NOS select a setting option and close the menu 116 Recording Still Images a Memory You can record still images directly on the memory card You can also record still images on the memory card simultaneously while recording video on the tape and capture still images while playing back a tape Using a lens specially designed for HDV recording is required to be able to record still images As of March 2008 only the following lenses can be used to record still images HD 6x L HD 20x L IS Il and HD 20x L IS Ill TERE K amp py bie D Isp Cg A O 1 Turn the dial to a recording progra
145. le with the On mark Resetting a Custom Preset File Follow steps 1 3 in Changing Custom Preset Parameters 93 to select the custom preset file you want to reset to default values 1 From the bottom bar select 2 RESET A confirmation screen will appear 2 Select EXECUTE and press the SET button You will return to the custom preset editing screen 3 Close the menu 1 Protected custom preset files cannot be reset you attempt to reset a protected file will start flashing 94 Activating the Custom Preset Settings 1 Press the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button CUSTOM PRESET e Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the available custom preset files You can also seta custom key as CP BKWD KEY to cycle through the custom preset files in reverse order from last to first 75 e When you are not using the custom preset settings set the camcorder to and the name the selected custom preset will flash on the screen After 4 seconds the file name will be replaced by the custom preset file number ON OFF SELECT Press the CUSTOM PRESET ON OFF button and the name of the selected custom preset file will stay on and the custom settings will be activated After 4 seconds the file name will be replaced by the custom preset file number Copying a Custom Preset File to the Memory Card 1 2 3 5 6 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CU
146. lly Reflective surfaces Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Fast moving subjects Through dirty or wet windows Night scenes Manual focus Co 1 When using a lens with autofocus function set the focus mode switch to M e MF appears e When lens without autofocus function is used will not appear 2 Zoom in to telephoto 3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus With the customized functions 100 you can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment when the focus ring is used 4 Operate the zoom to reframe the subject If you focus manually and then leave the camcorder ORI with the power turned on the focus on the subject may be lost after a while This possible slight shift in focus is a result of the internal temperature rising in the camcorder and lens Check the focus before resuming shooting or adjust the flange back as necessary 26 AF M Manual focus cannot be selected in Easy Recording mode Even if you set the focus mode 1 switch to the autofocus will still be activated When using a lens designed for HDV recording the focusing distance to the subject will be displayed for approx 3 seconds when you switch from autofocus to manual focus or when you operate the focus ring in manual focus mode It will also be displayed with the focus preset With the custom function OBJ DST UNIT 100 you c
147. ly lamp will turn on when receiving a command from the wireless controller Setting Options ON BLINK OFF LED LED Indicators Selects the operation of the LED indicators on the camcorder When set to TYPE 1 all LED indicators including that of the HDV DV terminal will be on When set to TYPE 2 all LED indicators will be on except for that of the HDV DV terminal Setting Options TYPE 1 TYPE 2 OFF CUSTOM REC Custom Recordin Selects whether to embed the on screen character displays date and time as part of the video recording and whether to record on the tape the enlarged image when using the Magnifying focus assist function e When CHARACTER REC is set to ON the menu option TV SCREEN will not be available and COMP OUT will automatically be set to 1080i 576i and you will not be able to select 576i Setting Options CHARACTER REC Recording of superimposed on screen displays OFF ON MAGNIFYING REC Recording of enlarged image while the Magnifying function is active OFF ON uoneziuilojsno 105 Customized On Screen Displays You can customize which icons to display on the screen according to your personal preferences and needs You can save your personal settings as a custom display file on the camcorder or on the memory card To activate the on screen displays at the level that you customized repeatedly press the EVF DISPLAY button 37 Tv A Change the custom di
148. ly under it Resetting a Custom Display File 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select CUSTOM DISPLAY 2 From the column on the left select DISP RESET 3 Select OK press the SET button and close the menu Copying a Custom Display File to the Memory Card 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select CUSTOM DISPLAY 2 From the column on the left select C SAVE TO CARD 3 Select OK press the SET button and close the menu When the operation is finished COMPLETED will appear on the screen 106 Reading Custom Display File from the Memory 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select CUSTOM DISPLAY 2 From the column on the left select A gt READ FROM CARD 3 Select OK press the SET button and close the menu When the operation is finished COMPLETED will appear on the screen 1 Custom display files saved with a Canon XH G1 XH A1 cannot be used with this camcorder List of Custom Display Items and Setting Options 0 REC PROGRAMS Recording Mode Icon Setting Options OFF ON CAMERA DATA1 Camera Data 1 2 Setting Options NUMBER Aperture value display OFF ON SHUTTER SPEED Shutter speed display OFF ON Setting applicable only when using lenses with iris control CAMERA DATA2 Camera Data 2 2 Setting Options EXPOSURE Exposure indicator and exposure displays OFF ON IWHITE BALANCE White balance ico
149. m and set the 4 c card tape switch to LH 2 Press the PHOTO button halfway e Q turns green once the focus is adjusted and exposure is locked The picture may appear out of focus for a moment while the camcorder is focusing e While the PHOTO button is half pressed you can also use the focus ring to adjust the focus e When you press the PHOTO button on the wireless controller the still image is recorded immediately 3 Press the PHOTO button fully e Q disappears e The CARD access indicator flashes and the card access display appears When you are using an SDHC or SD memory card make sure that the protect switch is set to 1 allow recording If you attempt to record a still image on a write protected memory card the message THE CARD IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION will be displayed Observe the following precautions while the card access display gt Cd appears on the screen the CARD access indicator is on or flashing Failing to do so may result in permanent data loss Do not remove the memory card Do not change the position of the c card tape switch or the dial Do not turn off the camcorder remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply 117 O If CAMERA SETUP FOCUS PRI is set to 1 When you press the PHOTO button fully before turns green it may take up to 2 seconds 4 seconds in Night mode until the focus is adjusted If the su
150. marker will blink 2 Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring only lenses with manual iris ring like the HD 20x L IS lens With the custom function RINGS DIRECTION 100 you can change the direction of the adjustment when you turn the iris ring and IRIS dial the setting is common to both 3 Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER A or button With the custom function OPER DIRECTION 100 you can change the direction of the adjustment when you push the SHUTTER buttons You can use the custom keys 75 the SYSTEM SETUP SHTR B LOCK setting 1 00 132 to prevent the accidental operation of the SHUTTER buttons With the custom function IRIS LIMIT 100 you can activate the iris limit to prevent the aperture from closing below the diffraction limit of the lens If the iris limit is not activated aperture values that exceed the diffraction limit will appear in gray when selecting the aperture Using aperture values displayed in gray will cause diffraction blur When lens without iris control function is used the aperture value will not appear on the screen With the custom function LANC AE SHIFT 100 you can change the function of the AE SHIFT dial on the optional ZR 2000 Zoom Remote Controller and use it to change the aperture value 61 Push 99
151. menu screens or in the index screen Setting Options CURSOR SELECT dial for menu navigation NORMAL turn up to move left in the menu REVERSE turn down to move left in the menu SHUTTER Shutter buttons NORMAL press the A button for a faster shutter speed REVERSE press the button for a faster shutter speed IRIS LIMIT Iris Limit Activates the iris limit With the HD 20x L IS Ill lens when set to ON you can close the aperture down to F9 5 when set to OFF you can close the aperture down to F22 or completely CLOSE in M Manual mode Av mode or during exposure lock Setting Options OFF ON PHOTO BUTTON Photo Button Selects the function of the PHOTO button in mode You can enable recording still images while recording video simultaneous recording or assign to the PHOTO button the same function as the EVF MAGNIFYING button When set to PHOTO CP DATA the custom preset settings currently in use will be recorded along with the still image Setting Options PHOTO CP DATA PHOTO MAGNIFYING OFF 104 MARKER LEVEL Markers Intensity Level Changes the intensity of the markers displayed on the screen to 4096 gray or 10096 white Setting Options MARKER Level center grid markers 100 4096 ASPECT Aspect ratio guides 100 4096 SAFETY Safety zone guides 100 4096 FAST BW MOD Focus Assist Function B amp W Display Mode Changes the display mode to black am
152. n of shutter speed and aperture levels A Auto Like the Easy Recording mode the camcorder automatically controls camera adjustments allowing you to simply point and film However in Auto mode you have the option of adjusting the settings manually Tv Shutter Priority ra 63 Use this mode to select the shutter speed The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value Aperture Priority m 64 Use this mode to select the aperture value from F 1 6 to F 9 5 or full iris close and let the camcorder automatically set the appropriate shutter speed This mode allows for the best control of depth of field Spotlight The Spotlight mode automatically adjusts the exposure to effectively record images and or subjects lit by a spotlight or other concentrated light source Night This mode allows you to continue recording even when light levels begin to fall The camcorder uses slower shutter speeds 1 3 1 500 to deliver proper exposure OMoving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage OPicture quality may not be as good as in other modes OWhite points may appear on the screen CN OAutofocus may not work as well as in other modes In such case adjust the focus manually 58 Easy Recording The camcorder automatically controls the focus shutter speed aperture gain 7 white balance and Shift allowing you to simply point and film This mode locks all of these features and options mak
153. ncreasing the gain too much e When picture noise is already low due to the gain settings the noise reduction function may not be noticeable When activated settings other than OFF moving subjects may leave trailing afterimage NR2 Noise Reduction 2 You can select from OFF HIGH MIDDLE or LOW to reduce the noise caused by shooting fast moving objects Results in an effect similar to applying the skin detail function over the whole picture Unlike with the NR1 setting a trailing afterimage will not appear Color Matrix Color mix affects the fundamental color settings and affects the feel of the whole image You can select from NORMAL CINE1 or CINE2 CGN Color Gain Adjust the color intensity in the range 50 to 50 CPH Color Phase Adjust the color phase in the range 9 to 9 Color phase affects the overall balance of the colors in the picture Set values to adjust the colors toward violet red tones or set values to adjust the colors toward green blue tones 98 RGN Gain Adjust the intensity of red tones in the range 50 to 50 GGN G Gain Adjust the intensity of green tones in the range 50 to 50 BGN B Gain Adjust the intensity of blue tones in the range 50 to 50 RGM R G Matrix The R G matrix changes the tint of the picture along the cyan green and red magenta gradations without affecting blues Adjust the level in the range 50 to 50 RBM R B Ma
154. ng the flange back adjustments 99 9 This procedure will reset the stored flange back adjustment value for the mounted lens 1 Press the MENU button 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select CAMERA SETUP and press the SET button 3 Select FB and then select SET DEFAULT 4 Select YES and press the SET button 5 Press the MENU button to close the menu In the following cases the flange back cannot be adjusted correctly and the camcorder will return to 1 the flange back adjustment selection screen The camcorder cannot focus in AF adjustment The lens was removed during the flange back adjustment 2 Using the Wireless Controller When you press the buttons on the wireless controller point it at one of the camcorder s remote sensors The camcorder has 3 remote sensors 2 at the front and 1 at the back Inserting the Batteries The wireless controller operates with two AA R6 batteries 1 Open the battery cover 2 Insert the batteries
155. ns and displays OFF ON GAIN Gain icons and displays OFF ON ZOOM Zoom Indicator You can select to display the zoom indicator permanently or only when operating the zoom Setting Options OFF ON NORMAL ON ALWAY S Setting applicable only when using lenses with zoom control variable focal length FOCUS Focus Distance Displa You can select to display the focusing distance permanently or only when operating the focus Setting Options OFF ON NORMAL ON ALWAY S Setting applicable only when using lenses with autofocus function ND ND Filter displays Setting Options OFF ON Setting applicable only when using lenses with a built in ND filter IMAGE EFFECTS Image Effects Setting Options SKIN DETAIL Skin detail icon OFF ON SELECTIVE NH Selective NR icon OFF ON COLOR CORRECTION Color correction icon OFF ON ASSIST FUNC Focus Assist Functions Setting Options PEAKING Peaking function icon OFF ON MAGNIFYING Magnifying function icon OFF ON CUSTOMIZE Customized Functions Setting Options CUSTOM PRESET Icon of the custom preset file currently active OFF ON CUSTOM FUNCTION Icon of the custom function file currently active OFF ON 2 RECORDING STD HD Standard Icon Setting Options OFF ON DV REC MODE Recording Mode in Standard Definition Setting Options OFF ON FRAME RATE Frame Rate Displa Setting Options O
156. ode will be synchronized to it and the synchronization will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the TC IN terminal However performing any of the following actions while the cable is not connected will cause the time code to lag slightly the correct time code will be restored once you reconnect the cable Turning the camcorder off on Changing the position of the dial to or from 5 Changing the position of the ca card tape switch Changing the position of the MODE SELECT or FRAME RATE switch If the external time code signal is incorrect or there is no input signal the internal time code according to the TIME CODE COUNT UP settings will be recorded on the tape instead If the external Genlock signal is incorrect or there is no input signal the external time code being recorded on tape may be incorrect When the camcorder is set to HD standard Genlock synchronization is possible even if the external Genlock signal is in SD standard However Genlock synchronization will not be possible if the external Genlock signal is in HD standard but the camcorder is set to SD standard The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the camcorder is initially set to O it can be adjusted within the range of approx 0 4H 1023 to 1023 with the SIGNAL SETUP GENLCK ADJST setting 129 Genlock synchronization is not possible when the camcorder is set to HD standard and SDI SPEC is s
157. of the content of 00 01 the custom function file highlighted in blue 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 ddl 1211314 151617181920 Function number CFn3 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 black background Code of the current setting option Selected custom function file Activate the currently selected Back to the selection of custom custom function file function files on the left side bar Change the custom function settings Reset the custom function file to default values Save the custom function file to the memory card Read a custom function file from the memory Changing the Custom Function Settings Ca CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM FUNCTION C C131 4 C Fn3 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select the CUSTOM FUNCTION submenu The custom function editing screen appears 2 From the column on the left select one of the 3 custom function files C Fn1 C Fn3 e The overview display shows the current settings of the custom function file currently selected e The cursor will move to the bottom bar of the custom function editing screen To return one level back to the options on the column on the left select mM RETURN and press the SET button 3 From the bottom bar select CFn TUNE The first function 00 of the custom function file will be highlighted in blue 4 Turn the SEL
158. on wireless controllers being used nearby To change the remote sensor mode of the camcorder Change the custom function WIRELESS REMOTE C 105 To change the remote sensor mode of the wireless controller While holding the REMOTE SET button pressed down press and hold the ZOOM T button for more than 2 seconds to change the wireless controller to mode 2 To change the wireless controller to mode 1 press and hold the REMOTE SET and ZOOM W buttons instead Make sure that the camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode Display the 1 camcorder s mode by pressing any button on the wireless controller except the REMOTE SET button and set the wireless controller s mode to the same mode Change the batteries if the wireless controller still does not work O The wireless controller returns to mode 1 when you replace the batteries Change the mode if necessary 114 Selecting the Still Image Quality Size Changing the Still Image Quality You can choose from Super fine Fine and Normal Cu Ww Tv Only when playing back a tape MENU cows IMG QUALITY M FINE 31 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select IMG QUALITY select a setting option and close the menu Changing the Still Image Size Available image sizes will depend on the operating mode and the recording standard settings Recording still images in Simultaneous recording of a still image
159. ou can use the compact power adapter or the optional CB 920 Car Battery Adapter as the power source You cannot use the battery adapter supplied with the FU 1000 instead connect the DC coupler directly to the camcorder and connect it to the compact power adapter or the car battery adapter Also you cannot use the microphone protector supplied with the FU 1000 when using it with this camcorder When attaching EF lenses to the camcorder the approximate 35 mm equivalent of the effective focal length is as follows 4 3 approx 8 8x 16 9 approx 7 2x Only when recording in SD 4 3 mode 149 jeuonippy Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and or accidents such as fire etc caused by the malfunction of non genuine Canon accessories e g a leakage and or explosion of a battery pack Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non genuine Canon accessories although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis Battery Packs BP 950G BP 970G The 950 is also available as an optional accessory The optional BP 970G provides over 3596 more recording time than the BP 950G Car Battery Adapter CB 920 Use the car battery adapter to power the camcorder or charge bat
160. ou can use the custom keys 75 or the SYSTEM SETUP AE D LOCK setting to prevent the accidental operation of the AE SHIFT dial 65 The gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending on the lighting and shooting conditions Select automatic gain control one of the preset gain level ranging from 3 dB to 18 dB or fine tune the gain level in 0 5 dB increments GAIN dial Use A Automatic gain control 3 For the lowest noise recording for indoor low light or low contrast scenes 0 For lifelike night scenes or scenes under artificial lighting 3 6 12 18 Increases the brightness in indoor low light scenes Increases the depth of field 0 18 36 Gain fine tuning co 20 Selecting the Gain Level 1 Set the dial to A Tv Av or M 2 Push the GAIN dial so that it pops out 3 Turn the GAIN dial to adjust the level When the dial is set to a position other than A automatic gain control the selected gain level 0 2N S a 5 appears SOQ foo WAZ Gain Fine Tuning 1 Set the dial to A Tv Av or M 2 Set the GAIN dial to 0 18 36 The gain level currently set will be displayed 3 Press the SET button The gain level display will start flashing 4 Turn the SELECT dial to set the desired gain level You can change the gain level in 0 5 dB increments within the range 0 0 to 18 0 dB
161. p white while the focus assist functions are activated Setting Options MAGN While the Magnifying function is active OFF ON PEAKING While the Peaking function is active OFF ON IE OBJ DST UNIT Object Distance Units Display Selects the units meters or feet for the display of the distance to the object Setting Options m meter ft feet IE ZOOM INDICATOR Zoom Indicator Display Selects the display of the zoom indicator between a graphic bar and a numeric display Setting Options BAR NUMBER COLOR BARS Color Bars Signal 19 31 Selects the type of signal to use to produce the color bars color bars type 1 or SMPTE color bars type 2 Setting Options TYPE 1 TYPE 2 IB 1kHz TONE 1 kHz Reference Audio Signal Selects the strength of the audio signal Setting Options OFF 12dB 18db 20dB I WIRELESS REMOTE Wireless Remote Controller Selects the remote sensor mode that the camcorder will accept When set to OFF the camcorder will not accept commands from wireless controllers Setting Options 1 e 2 OFF ea LANC AE SHIFT AE SHIFT Dial on Controller Selects the function of the AE SHIFT dial on the optional ZR 2000 Zoom Remote Controller so you can use it to adjust the exposure compensation or the aperture value Setting Options AE SHIFT IRIS TALLY LAMP Tally Lam Selects the operation of the tally lamp Even if set to OFF the tal
162. put and the supplied front microphone You can also activate the audio peak limiter 55 to avoid distortions during manual audio level adjustment Added and improved functionality Push AE 62 Gain fine tuning in 0 5 dB increments 66 Focus limit 46 Selective NR 73 Audio output level selection 86 and more About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon XL H1S XL H1A Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly refer to Troubleshooting 146 Conventions Used in this Manual Precautions related to the camcorder s operation 0 Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures Reference page number O Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller O Brackets and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen In tables in the manual menu options in boldface indicate the default setting The supplied lens Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom XL 5 4 108 LIS III is referred to as the HD 20x L IS lens Screen refers to the viewfinder screen or Memory card refers to an SDHC memory card an SD memory card or a MultiMedia Card MMC Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera ELIA Te
163. puter Disconnect the power source and screen The camcorder does not operate External noise or static electricity may cause reconnect it after a short time If the properly abnormal characters to appear on the problem still persists disconnect the power screen source and press the RESET button with a pointed item Pressing the RESET button resets all settings You can also reset all the camcorder s settings to default values using the SYSTEM SETUP RESET ALL setting Recording Problem Cause Solution RA The dial is not in the OFF The LED indicators option in the customized Set the LED setting to one of the other 105 position but the POWER indicator is off functions is set to OFF types Image will not appear on the screen The dial is not a recording Set the dial to a recording 34 program program SET THE TIME ZONE DATE AND TIME Time zone date and time are not set or the Set time zone date and time If 32 appears on the screen built in rechargeable lithium battery is necessary power the camcorder with the exhausted compact power adapter and leave it connected with the dial set to OFF for at least 24 hours to recharge the built in battery before making the settings Pressing the Start Stop button will not Cassette is not loaded Load a cassette 29 start recording The dial is not set to a recording Set the dial to a recording 34 program program The lock switch is set to prevent the Slide t
164. rder and the computer off and then on again and reconnect them Make sure that the computer s video capturing system is compatible with the video signal standard you are using If the computer is not compatible with the camcorder s video output signal the camcorder may not be correctly detected or may not operate properly 1 Refer also to the instruction manual of the computer and the editing software Adjust the SIGNAL SETUP PLAYBACK STD and HD DOWN CONVJ settings in accordance with the video signal standards of the connected computer O For video output from the camcorder to the computer output Set PLAYBACK STD and HD DOWN CONV to OFF output Set PLAYBACK STD to DV output of a recording originally made in HDV standard Set PLAYBACK STD to HDV and HD DOWN CONV to ON O For video input from the computer to the camcorder input Set PLAYBACK STD to HDV and HD DOWN CONVJ to OFF input Set PLAYBACK STD to DV 91 Custom Preset Settings You can select preset level for a number of picture related parameters 23 parameters when recording movies 17 when recording still images A list of the parameters is given in the following table and you can find more detailed descriptions on page 97 After changing individual parameters to your preference you can save the whole set as a custom preset f
165. rea 13 levels 6 to 6 are available set values to increase blue tones or values to increase yellow tones 70 Activating the Color Correction 5 j COLOR CORR p gt OFF 1 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP and select the COLOR CORR submenu 2 Select CORRECT select a correction mode and close the menu e You can correct only the predefined A area only the predefined B area or both appears Ea Skin Detail Function With the skin detail function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or tone Detail in the targeted areas will be softened in order to conceal skin imperfections Targeted areas will be identified on the screen by a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture On a connected monitor or computer targeted areas will be identified by white areas alternating with the normal picture You can adjust the hue chroma area and Y level as required to determine the areas that will be detected as skin areas Determining the Tone to be Detected as Skin Area MENU CAMERA SETUP SKIN DETAIL 1431 Y LEVEL sse wen 0 1 Open the menu select CAMERA SETUP and then select the SKIN DETAIL submenu 2 Select each setting option adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu e HUE Adjust the hue for detection of the skin area 13 levels 6 to
166. rection of the arrow until it clicks e The charge indicator starts flashing The indicator will stay on when the charging is completed 4 When the charging is completed remove the battery pack from the compact power Charge indicator adapter 5 Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the compact power adapter Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Turn the dial to OFF 2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder Align the battery pack with the guideline and press lightly Slide the battery pack up in the direction of the arrow until it clicks 3 Remove the battery pack after use Holding the BATT RELEASE button pressed down slide the battery pack down to remove it Guideline 15 Using a Household Power Outlet 1 Turn the dial to OFF 2 Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder Press lightly and slide the DC coupler up in the direction of the arrow until it clicks 3 Connect the power cord to the compact 9 q power adapter 1 75 D LAR 4 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 5 Connect the DC coupler to the compact power adapter 6 Detach the DC coupler after use Holding the BATT RELEASE button pressed down slide the DC coupler down to remove it About the Built in Rechargeable Lithium Battery This camcorder has a built in rechargeable lithium battery to retain the date time and other settings The built
167. response sensitivity of adjustment when the focus ring is used To make it easier to focus manually you can also make use of the Peaking and Magnifying functions 44 Autofocus The autofocus 15 activated when the focus mode switch is set to AF The camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system with a focusing range of 2 cm at full wide angle measured from the front of the lens barrel to Co The camcorder focuses on the subject in the center of the screen Temporary Focus Override Even while in autofocus mode turn the focus ring to temporarily focus manually The camcorder will return to autofocus as soon as you release the focus ring Push AF using the HD 20x L IS lens In manual focus mode set the POSITION PRESET switch to OFF Move the gt AF switch to gt AF and hold it The autofocus is activated as long as you hold the switch the AF position When recording under bright conditions the camcorder closes down the aperture When the aperture value used is too large the picture may appear blurred If you are using a lens with a built in ND filter turn the ND filter on off according to the screen display 47 In 25F mode autofocus takes longer than in 50i mode When recording under dark conditions the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear blurred 42 Autofocus may not work well the following subjects In that case focus manua
168. rint Order Settings You can select still images for printing and set the number of copies These print order settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format DPOF standards and can be used for printing on DPOF compatible printers A maximum of 998 still images can be selected TW AV 4 Selecting Still Images for Printing Print Order Select the still image you wish to print Press the SET button to open the still image operations menu Select 20 PRINT ORDER Select the number of copies To cancel the print order set the number of copies to O 5 Select XI CLOSE to close the menu Setting Print Orders from the Index Screen oa CARD OPERATIONS PRINT ORDER C131 4 1 Move the zoom lever toward W Up to 6 still images appear 2 Open the menu select CARD OPERATIONS and select gt O PRINT ORDER 3 Select the still image you wish to print and press the SET button 4 Set the number of copies with the SELECT dial and press the SET button e D appears on the image To cancel the print order set the number of copies to 0 5 Close the menu to return to the index screen Erasing Print Orders ri CARD OPERATIONS j ERASE ALL PRINT ORD 1 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS 2 Select ERASE ALL L PRINT ORD and select YES All D disappear 3 Close the menu 128 Menu Options and Default Settings In the following tables d
169. rogrammed 58 Protecting still images 126 Record 37 Recording 34 Recording Still images 117 Recording mode SD 131 Rec run time code 49 Rec run preset time code 49 Remaining battery 36 Remaining tape 36 Remote sensor 28 RESET tae 146 Reviewing still images Review 119 S ZONG E Rd RU RE eue dro 132 Screen displays 138 SD SDHC memory card 30 Selective 22 wen ose Yad 73 Setup level as siot eam 97 DANO MESS en eo ten Oe eee ee ete eee 98 Shutter speed 61 63 Side panel 139 Signal standard 38 Simultaneous recording 118 SKN 72 Slideshow 123 SBecITICallofis iva se 153 Spotl
170. s 1 Connect microphone to one of the XLR terminals a e To supply a microphone with phantom power set 27 the corresponding switch to ON Make sure SSK cn II to connect the microphone first before turning the phantom power on Keep the microphone connected when turning off the phantom power Use commercially available microphones with cable no longer than 3 m 2 Set the INPUT SELECT switch to XLR MIC or XLR LINE 3 Set the XLR REC CH SELECT switch to CH1 or 1 2 4 If necessary turn on the microphone attenuator 20 dB by setting the corresponding switch to ATT The microphone attenuator will only be effective when the INPUT SELECT switch is set to XLR MIC 5 If necessary adjust the gain of the input signal Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select XLR 1 TRIM or XLR 2 TRIM depending on the audio input you want to adjust Select a setting option and close the menu The gain adjustment will only be effective when the INPUT SELECT switch is set to XLR MIC When
171. s Setting Options WIND SCREEN Icon of the wind screen function OFF ON AUDIO MODE Icon of the audio mode OFF ON OUTPUT CH Icon of the audio channel output OFF ON IE WARNING STATUS Warning and Status Icons Setting Options LENS Lens related warning icon OFF ON CONDENSATION Condensation warning icon OFF ON CHARACTER REC Character recording warning icon OFF ON CLIO SDI Warning icon when on screen displays are embedded in the SDI output OFF ON BATTERY Battery Related Displays You can select to display the information regarding the battery pack permanently or only the warning when the battery is almost empty Setting Options OFF NORMAL WARNING El WIRELESS REMOTE Wireless Remote Display You can select to display the information regarding the wireless controller permanently or only related warnings Setting Options OFF NORMAL WARNING 108 Location of the Custom Displays CAMERA 21 CAMERA me d mum 0 0 TRI 11 501 th 00 01 25 153 m 1 500 6558 min 2 8 _ B HO ND 1 zm g m 6 ME Cf ALW MF 4 1 4 MAGN PEAK E WS iE E BE 0 0 77 AL mm 1 mum 1 500 68 501 oS E
172. s and hold the 9 149 button When you release the button the still image corresponding to the number that appears on the screen is displayed Displaying the Recording Data You can select whether to display all the recording data stored when the still image was recorded histogram Exif camera information etc Repeatedly press the EVF DISPLAY button to display the recording data 124 Erasing Still images You can erase still images one at a time or all at once Mes careful when erasing still images Erased still images cannot recovered O Erasing a still image that had a custom preset file embedded recorded with the PHOTO CP DATA setting will erase the still image and the embedded custom preset file Gi Protected still images 126 cannot be erased Erasing a Single Still Image 1 Select the still image you wish to erase 2 Press the SET button to open the still image operations menu In CAMERA CARD mode the menu appears when you press the SET button while you are reviewing still image or immediately after recording a still image 3 Select IMAGE 4 Select ERASE The image is erased and the previous image appears 5 Select XI CLOSE to close the menu Erasing All Images MENU cary ERASE ALL IMAGES 31 1 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS 2 Select ERASE ALL IMAGES 3 Select YES and close t
173. splay settings Overview of the contents of the custom display A 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 1011 Save the custom display 01030701 0101 07030301 0001 file to the memory 12131415161718192021 number 0302 02 03 03 02 00 15 02 02 black background pe A CUSTOM pile Code of the current setting from the memory card option Reset the custom display fileto default values Changing the Custom Display Settings dp CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM DISPLAY C131 4 1 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select CUSTOM DISPLAY The custom display editing screen appears The overview display shows the current settings of the custom display file 2 From the column on the left select 097 TUNE The first item 00 of the custom display file will be highlighted in blue 3 Turn the SELECT dial to select a display item you want to change and press the SET button Make the selection as necessary and press the SET button Repeat this step to adjust all the items you want to change 4 When you finish changing all the items the custom display file select 00 RETURN press the SET button and close the menu 5 Repeatedly press the EVF DISPLAY button to select the display level you customized Custom display items appear in one screen represented only by the item number on the top numbers 00 21 with a black background and the code of the current setting immediate
174. t it with the CA 920 CB 920 TA 100 Tripod Adapter The TA 100 allows you to quickly mount unmount the camcorder on from a tripod SBR 1000 Shooting Brace Using the SBR 1000 for additional support of the camcorder with the neck strap will significantly lighten the load of the camera s weight while shooting CH 910 Dual Battery Charger Holder The CH 910 can charge two battery packs consecutively You can also power the camcorder by connecting the CH 910 with charged battery packs to the camcorder When you attach two battery packs a battery pack can be exchanged without interrupting the gt power supply Battery Pack Charging Time BP 950G 280 min BP 970G 380 min Charging time varies according to the charging condition ZR 2000 Zoom Remote Controller When the ZR 2000 is connected to the terminal of a Canon camcorder it is possible to control functions such as the start and stop of recording the zoom and the focus functions while reviewing the picture on the local display without touching the camcorder This is particularly useful while the camcorder is mounted on a tripod and you want to ensure maximum stability of a shot 151 jeuonippy FU 2000 Color Viewfinder Unit When the FU 2000 is connected to the color viewfinder socket of the camcorder it is possible to review the on screen picture without having to be next to the camcorder Also by connecting the FU 2000 to the
175. t to save the custom preset settings currently in use along with a still image recorded in mode simultaneous recording M 118 This is very useful when you want to load the custom preset file later by selecting the still image captured from a specific scene co fA Ty Av 6 1 Select the still image that contains the custom preset file you want to read Use the buttons to move between the still images 2 Open the menu select CUSTOMIZE and then select META DATA CP Select CARD CAMERA from the column on the left 4 From the bottom bar select Z 7 SELECT POSITION and select the preset number under which you want to store the file on the camcorder 5 Select 8 EXECUTE and in the confirmation screen select EXECUTE to load the file 6 Close the menu Custom preset files 7 to 9 are predefined settings designed for specific scenes 1 These 3 custom preset files are protected and as long as the protection is not removed cannot overwritten Even if you deleted or changed the sample custom preset files you can reset them to the original values by resetting all the camcorder s settings Open the menu and select SYSTEM SETUP 1 Select RESET ALL and select YES in the confirmation screen After resetting custom preset files 1 to 6 with the 9 RESET option they will all contain the same default settings Custom Preset 7 VIDEO C For playback on a consum
176. te balance Very rarely and depending on the light source may keep flashing The result will still be better than with the AWB setting As long as the built in rechargeable lithium battery is charged the camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off The following custom preset settings take precedence and will override the white balance set with the procedure above The color matrix CMX setting the 3 R G B gain settings and the 6 R G B matrix settings 98 The custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases Changing lighting conditions Close ups Subjects in a single color sky sea or forest Under mercury lamps or certain types of fluorescent lights Perform the custom white balance setting procedure in a sufficiently well lit place O Readjust the custom white balance if you turn the ND filter on off lenses with a built in ND filter or when the light source has changed Recording with a Custom White Balance Previously Set 1 Set the dial to a recording program other than 2 Turn the WHITE BALANCE dial to the desired custom preset A or B The custom white balance set in advance is activated 68 Zebra Pattern This camcorder has a zebra pattern feature that shows black and white diagonal stripes over the areas that are overexposed The zebra pattern is only displayed on the screen and will not affect your recordings The zebra pattern will
177. tery packs on the move The car battery adapter plugs into your car s cigarette lighter socket and runs off a 12 24V DC negative ground battery FS 72U Filter Set Ultraviolet neutral density and circular polarizing filters to help you take control of difficult lighting conditions HC 3200 System Case A solid lockable case that provides safe and stylish protection for the camcorder during transportation and storage 16x Manual Zoom Lens XL 5 4 86 4 mm A high resolution zoom lens with two zoom modes manual and powered built in ND filter and AE functions Extender XL 1 6x Attach this extender between a Canon XL lens and the camcorder to boost the focal length of the lens by 1 6x 150 Adapter XL This allows you to attach Canon EF lenses to the camcorder The difference in size between the camcorder s 1 3 inch CCD s and 35 mm film means that the effective focal length of still camera lenses is multiplied by 8 8x 4 3 7 2x 16 9 Consult your local service outlet to make sure there are no compatibility problems with your chosen lens FU 1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit Professional quality B amp W viewfinder with a 1 5 inch CRT e When you use the FU 1000 with this camcorder you can supply power from the CA 920 or optional CB 920 The battery adapter supplied with the FU 1000 is not required Attach the DC Coupler directly to the camcorder and connec
178. the subject will be emphasized e Press the button again to change the Peaking level to 992 press once more to cancel the function The gain and frequency of peak levels 91 and 7192 can be set independently with the DISPLAY SETUP PEAKING SETUP setting 1 The Peaking function will not affect your recordings Magnifying In record pause press the EVF MAGNIFYING button e MAGN appears and the central part of the screen will be magnified approximately 2x e Press the button again to cancel the function The magnified picture will be output as is to the HD SD SDI terminal only and the 1 HDV DV terminal With the custom function CUSTOM REC 100 you can select to have the magnified picture recorded on the tape CAMERA mode only as it is or to cancel the Magnifying function when you start recording video or record a still image on the memory card In mode the Magnifying function will always be canceled when you press the PHOTO button You can use the custom keys 75 or the SYSTEM SETUP MAGN B LOCK setting to prevent the accidental operation of the EVF MAGNIFYING button With the custom function BUTTONS OPER 1 100 you can also change the operation of the EVF MAGNIFYING button normal or long press 44 Focus Preset lenses with focus preset function This function enables a focus position to be memorized Later you can return to the preset focus
179. the value for the minutes seconds and frames in the same way 4 Close the menu 1 About time code display REC RUN The time code will be displayed with an zl next to it REC RUN PS The time code will be displayed in blue with next to it FREE RUN The time code will be displayed in blue with an 9 next to it External Time Code The time code will be displayed in blue with an 9 next to it Time Code Hold The time code will be displayed with an next to it Playback No time code display When you select FREE RUN the time code starts to run the moment you press the MENU button in the middle of the setting or when you press the SET button after setting the value for frames F in step 3 To reset the time code to 00 00 00 00 select RESET in step 2 When recording over existing scenes When a time code discontinuity occurred near the recording start point the time code at the point where the recording starts may be discontinuous as well As long as the built in rechargeable lithium battery is charged the free run time code continues to run even if you disconnect all other power sources 49 XL Synchronizing the Camcorder s Time Code You can synchronize this camcorder s time code to an external time code generator You can also include in the recording the user bit signal received from the TC IN terminal 52 The camcorder offers the
180. to 0 00 00 and the mark appears e To cancel press the ZERO SET MEMORY button again 2 Stop the playback 3 Rewind the tape f the tape counter shows a negative value fast forward the tape instead e The tape stops automatically at 0 00 00 and the mark disappears e The tape counter changes to time code consecutively O The zero set memory function may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape 1 The zero set memory may not function correctly if the time code has not been recorded Index Search With the index search you can locate any point you have marked beforehand with an index signal 76 This function is operated with the wireless controller CH fA Ty Av 6 OB 1 Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display the 9 5 icon 2 Press the 44 gt gt button to begin searching e Press more than once to search for further index signals up to 10 times e Press the STOP button to stop searching Playback may start slightly before or after the index signal The index search function may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape 112 Date Search You can locate the change of the date time zone with the date search function This function is operated with the wireless controller CH fA Ty Av 6 1 Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display the
181. trix The R B matrix changes the tint of the picture along the cyan blue and red yellow gradations without affecting greens Adjust the level in the range 50 to 50 GRM Matrix The G R matrix changes the tint of the picture along the magenta red and green cyan gradations without affecting blues Adjust the level in the range 50 to 50 GBM G B Matrix The G B matrix changes the tint of the picture along the magenta blue and green yellow gradations without affecting reds Adjust the level in the range 50 to 50 BRM B R Matrix The B R matrix changes the tint of the picture along the yellow red and blue cyan gradations without affecting greens Adjust the level in the range 50 to 50 BGM B G Matrix The B G matrix changes the tint of the picture along the yellow green and blue magenta gradations without affecting reds Adjust the level in the range 50 to 50 99 21 Customized Functions You can customize to your personal preferences many aspects of the operation of the camcorder most of them governing how the camcorder operates in mode You can adjust up to 3 different custom function files and save them on the camcorder or to a memory card By just reading the custom function file saved on the memory card with another XL H1S XL H1A you will instantly get a camcorder configured to operate in the same familiar manner you prefer Av 24 Overview
182. tte s label for example 85 minutes D Remaining battery charge The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack C lt gt 93 1 1 starts flashing in red when the battery pack is empty e When you attach an empty battery pack the power may turn off without displaying 472 e The actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately depending on the condition under which the battery pack and camcorder are used 36 4 SHUTTER indicator Lights up when recording with a shutter speed other than 1 50 5 REC indicator Lights up while recording The REC indicator starts flashing when the remaining time on the tape is less than 5 minutes it does not flash if the remaining tape information is not displayed on the screen 6 GAIN indicator Lights up when the AGC auto gain control is set to either 3 dB or 3 dB or higher 7 Reference guides With the DISPLAY SETUP MARKERS ASPECT GUIDE and SAFETY ZONE settings you can display reference guides to help you frame the subject more accurately Safety zone 8096 Level marker Aspect guide 4 3 Selecting the On Screen Displays 99 HHH
183. ttons Operation 1 2 You can set that a long press be required to activate various buttons to prevent their accidental operation When you select LONG PUSH keep the button pressed for more than 1 second Setting Options MAGN EVF MAGNIFYING button ONE PUSH LONG PUSH WB SET WHITE BALANCE 9 button ONE PUSH LONG PUSH 2 BUTTONS OPER 2 Buttons Operation 2 2 You can set that a long press be required to activate various buttons to prevent their accidental operation When you select LONG PUSH keep the button pressed for more than 1 second Setting Options REC REVIEW record review button ONE PUSH LONG PUSH BARS FADE BARS FADE buttons ONE PUSH LONG PUSH END SEARCH END SEARCH buton ONE PUSH LONG PUSH GAIN SET SET button for gain fine tuning ONE PUSH LONG PUSH RINGS DIRECTION Rings Direction Changes the direction of the adjustment when turning the camcorder s rings Setting Options ZOOM Zoom ring NORMAL turn up for wide angle W REVERSE turn down for wide angle W FOCUS Focus ring NORMAL turn up to focus closer REVERSE turn down to focus closer IRIS Iris ring NORMAL turn up to close the aperture REVERSE turn down to close the aperture OPER DIRECTION Operation Direction Changes the direction of the adjustment when pressing the SHUTTER buttons or when operating the SELECT dial as a cursor for example while selecting setting options in the
184. umstances like turning off the camcorder setting it to standby or changing operating modes If the built in lithium button battery discharges completely all settings will be erased CAMERA CAMERA CARD Modes Shutter speed setting in Tv mode Aperture setting in Av mode Aperture shutter speed setting in M Manual mode Custom white balance Exposure lock Aperture shutter speed setting during exposure lock Color bars setting Color bars on off Faders setting Faders on off CAMERA MENU settings TV SCREEN on off On screen display settings EVF display Side panel light Gain fine tuning Gain limit Iris limit Modes Shutter speed setting in Tv mode Aperture setting in Av mode Aperture shutter speed setting in M Manual mode Custom white balance Exposure lock Aperture shutter speed setting during exposure lock Color bars setting Color bars on off Faders setting Faders on off CAMERA MENU settings TV SCREEN on off On screen display settings EVF display Side panel light Gain fine tuning Gain limit lris limit i mode only Power Off STANDBY Mode Returns to off Reset Reset Reset Reset Reset Returns to normal display Returns to off Changing from C Easy Changing the Changing between HD and SD Recording to other programmed AE mode to Changing the frame programmed AE mode C Easy Recording Returns to off
185. us assist functions 44 61 64 FOCUS IMIE 46 Aspect guides 132 Focus 45 BSDBCETOO 38 Frame Wale 48 Audio level indicator 55 Free run time code 49 Audio mode SD 53 AUdIO OUTPUT 86 Audio peak limiter 55 E 66 Audio recording 53 Gain fine tuning 66 Audio reference signal 79 Gamma 97 Auto programmed mode 58 GENIOCK MEET 50 programmed AE mode 64 El EJ HD 20x LIS Lens 25 Bane PAOR RNC ET EE ET E OT ss 15 142 HD SD SDI terminal 82 Eie dM 97 HD SD video signal standards 5 Built in backup battery 16 HDV DV tape recording standards 5 HDV DV terminal 83 89 91 Clear scan 74 EN COOP DaS 79 Image stabilizer 57 Color Correct
186. vice connected to the camcorder through the HDV DV terminal The device must comply with the IEEE1394 AV C protocol Use the optional CV 250F 4 pin 6 pin DV cable or a commercially available 6 pin 6 pin DV cable to connect the external device O pee ___ 1 Open the menu and select SYSTEM gt 1 Select DV CONTROL set it to ON 212 and close the menu 2 Press the Start Stop button If the button was pressed while the camcorder was in record pause mode Camcorder and external device start recording If the button was pressed while the camcorder was recording Camcorder and external device stop recording record pause mode If the button was pressed while the camcorder was not ready to start recording Camcorder no change External device starts stops recording following the camcorder s control If you press the Start Stop button again after solving the problem on the camcorder inserting a cassette etc the camcorder will start recording as the external device continues recording While both this camcorder and a connected device are recording if this camcorder stops 1 recording because of condition other than pressing the Start Stop button if the tape has reached its end the connected device will continue recording When this camcorder stops recording you may notice a brief interruption of the audio on the connected device O The status o
187. way 4 Close the menu To reset the user bit to 00 00 00 00 select CLEAR in step 2 O The user bit can be recorded when recording with the camcorder or from analog devices The user bit set in the camcorder cannot be recorded when recording from digital devices HDV or DV Displaying the User Bit Tv ay DISPLAY SETUP UB DISPLAY OFF Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP c amp Select UB DISPLAY set it to ON and close the menu Recording an External User Bit EE Tv the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select UB REC select EXT USR BIT and close the menu 52 Audio Recording When recording on the tape in either HDV or DV standard audio is recorded on two channels The audio transfer rate is 384 kbps and the sampling frequency is 48 kHz You can record audio in 16 bit mode sampling frequency 48 kHz or 12 bit mode sampling frequency 32 kHz e Audio is recorded on channels 1 and 2 leaving the other channels unused e Audio cannot be dubbed using this camcorder e Audio recorded with this camcorder is locked audio except for audio recorded from an analog input or from a digital input if you select the Unlock mode While recording the sampling frequency of the output signal from the HD SD SDI terminal will be 48 kHz regardless of the audio input Selecting the DV Audio Mode MENU AUDIO SETUP DV AUDIO 16bit 0031 4 Open th
188. without worrying about losing your settings as a result of the automatic shut off Once the camcorder entered the power save mode press the Start Stop button to start recording or press one of the custom keys 75 to which the VCR STOP function was assigned to return to record pause mode If the camcorder automatically shut off after 5 minutes turn the dial to OFF and then back to one of the recording programs VCR Stop Function You can assign the VCR STOP function to either custom key M 75 In VCR stop mode the camcorder is only partially turned off The camera section is powered normally while the recorder section is shut off When you press the assigned custom key you can make adjustments to the camera section as long as necessary without worrying about the 5 minute shut off timer of the power save function To return to record pause mode press the assigned custom key again 35 Screen Displays while Recording 501 1 Time code Indicates the recording time in hours minutes seconds and frames 2 Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time on the tape in minutes el END will appear when the tape reaches the end e When the time left is less than 15 seconds the remaining tape time may not appear Depending on the type of tape the remaining time displayed may not be accurate In any case you will be able to record on the tape the number of minutes that appears on the casse
189. xt that applies only to the model shown in the icon Illustrations in the manual show XL 15 with the HD 20x L IS Ill lens attached Operating modes Date Time and Language Settings The availability of the various functions depends on Set the time zone date and time when you first start using your camcorder or if the built in rechargeable battery has discharged completely the operating mode as indicated in the bar Setting the Time Zone Daylight Saving Time aof Function can be used in this mode LI 1 Press the MENU button 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select SSYSTEM SETUP 2 and press the SET button 3 Select D TIME SET 2 and then select T ZONE DST and press the SET button 7 a F u nctio n can n ot be u sed l n th IS m od The time zone setting appears The default setting is Paris 4 Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that matches your time zone an press the SET button To adjust for daylight saving time select the time zone marked with a Setting the Date and Time Menu item shown at its default position Trademark Acknowledgements e Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc e D is a trademark e HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC e is trademark e Microsoft Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
190. yback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV standard the picture may be distorted 85 Audio Output Selecting the Audio Channel You can select the channel for audio signal output from the CH1 CH2 and the headphone terminals Cu PLAY Repeatedly press the AUDIO OUTPUT CH button to change the audio channel e Pressing the button will cycle between the audio channels in the following order CH1 CH2 CH1 CH1 CH2 CH2 ALL CH ALL CH1 CH2 e During playback of a tape recorded with 4 channel audio using another device or while recording external video with 4 channel audio from the HDV DV terminal the output channels will be CH1 3 CH2 4 CH1 3 CH1 3 CH2 4 CH2 4 ALL CH ALL CH Selecting the Audio Output Level You can boost the level of the audio output signal from the CH1 CH2 terminals from 1 Vrms to 2 Vrms 6 dB VR o T uw M Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select OUTPUT LEVEL select a setting option and close the menu Selecting the Audio Monitor M 4 see Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select AUD M SET select setting option and close the menu e You can also select the audio monitor using the wireless controller e f you selected MIX VAR adjust the mix balance with the MIX BALANCE setting or using the MIX BALANCE

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