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1. Submenu Menu Item Setting Options Ln RECORDING REC MODE SP LP 96 SETUP UB REC INT USR BIT EXT USR BIT 62 UB SELECT 00 00 00 00 TIME DATE 62 IMG QUALITY amp SUPER FINE 4 FINE 44 NORMAL 114 IMAGE SIZE L 1440x1080 S 640x480 114 STILL REC OFF ON ON CP DATA 88 117 FILE NOS RESET CONTINUOUS 115 AUDIO SETUP AUDIO MODE 2CH 4CH 63 48kHz 2CH 32kHz 2CH 32kHz 4CH 1kHz TONE OFF 1288 20dB 93 AUD M SET NORMAL LINE OUT 67 WIND SCREEN ON 519 OFF 64 R XLR GAINUP OFF 12dB 64 66 AUDIO LOCK LOCK MODE UNLOCK MODE 63 DISPLAY SETUP EVF SETUP EVF BW MODE ON OFF 92 BRIGHTNESS 22 CONTRAST COLOR SHARPNESS LEV CENT MRK OFF LEVEL MARK CENT MARK 45 ASPECT GUIDE OFF 4 3 13 9 14 9 1 66 1 1 75 1 1 85 1 2 35 1 45 SAFETY ZONE OFF 80 90 45 TV SCREEN ON OFF 132 AUDIO LEVEL ON OFF 67 LANGUAGE ENGLISH x HA 97 OBJ DST UNIT m meter ft feet 97 ZOOM IND BAR NUMBER 51 GUIDE INFO OFF CUSTOM KEYS D T DISPLAY 41 UB DISPLAY ON OFF 62 SYSTEM CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE INDEX WRITE ZEBRA VCR STOP TV 91 SCREEN TC HOLD AUDIO LEVEL EVF BW MODE FB FLIP EVF NONE CUSTOM KEY 2 TIME CODE INDEX WRITE ZEBRA VCR STOP TV SCREEN TC HOLD AUDIO LEVEL EVF BW MODE CP BKWD KEY FB FLIP EVF NONE WL REMOTE amp 1 G2 60 109 TALLY LAMP ON BLINK OFF 97 POWER SAVE ON OFF 43 D TIME SET T ZONE DST 41 DATE TIME 41 DATE FORMAT 97 LED ON OFF
2. Problem Cause Solution will not turn on Battery pack is not correctly attached Attach the battery pack correctly 16 The camcorder switches off by Power save function has been Turn on the camcorder 43 itself activated Viewfinder switches on and off Battery pack is exhausted Replace or charge the battery pack 16 Recording Playback Buttons will not work Cassette is not loaded Load a cassette 29 amp flashes on the screen Condensation is detected See reference page 139 REMOVE THE CASSETTE Camcorder stopped operating to Unload and reload the cassette 29 appears on the screen protect the tape The wireless controller will not Camcorder and wireless controller Change the remote sensor modes 109 work are not set to the same remote sensor mode Batteries of the wireless controller Replace the batteries 28 are exhausted Abnormal characters appear on the This camcorder uses a Disconnect the power source and screen camcorder does not microcomputer External noise or reconnect it after a short time If the operate properly static electricity may cause abnormal problem still persists disconnect the characters to appear on the screen power source and press the RESET button with a pointed item Pressing the RESET button resets all settings Recording The POWER dial is not in the OFF The LED ON OFF option is set to Set the LED ON OFF option to 96 po
3. CAS CDS video terminal 00 102 ATC IN terminal 60 Q Video terminal BNC 102 4 Serial number RCA BNC selector 102 5 Screw hole for adapter holder 23 Video terminal RCA 102 AE SHIFT dial 0 76 G AUDIO 2 terminals RCA 66 LOCK lever 43 AUDIO 1 terminals RCA 64 FRONT MIC terminals 22 Terminal cover Microphone cable 22 Battery attachment unit 16 Lens hood locking screw 25 BATT RELEASE button 16 0 Grip zoom lever 50 HD SD SDI terminal 100 button 116 f GEN LOCK terminal 60 03 Cassette compartment 29 TC OUT terminal 02 60 12 Front view Back view il Tally lamp 97 phones terminal Q Remote sensor 28 109 49 indicator 47 Grip belt 23 HDV DV IN OUT terminal 102 110 113 Attachment sockets for the optional TA 100 Tripod Adapter 150 128 terminal f8LINE MIC switch Gq 65 66 Tripod socket 9 48V switch 65 66 Viewfinder cable 19 ATT switch Gq 64 66 7 sensor
4. 57 Record TEVIEW e n Re EB and 46 Recording programs 69 Recording memory 515 116 Recording tape eal eden alot 42 Rec run time code 58 Rec run preset time 58 Remaining battery indication 44 Remaining tape 44 Remote sisi ses eves o maa 28 El Safety zone 45 Screen displays Vaf mmm 132 134 SD memory Ef E 30 Setup level Pf EE 83 Sharpness NER 83 Shoulder strap NE 9 23 Shutter speed 4 3 _ 72 Signal standard 0 O 47 Slide Show 94 124 SP mode fM 96 Specifications 9 WEE 26 _ 4 152 Spotlight M WEE m 70 Still image review 123 Still image erasing 2 126 Still image 127 Still image quality and size 114 97 Tape protection
5. 101 Condensation M Esso 139 Connecting to a High Definition TV HiVision HDTV 100 Connecting to a 97 100 103 Continuous Shooting stills 119 6 5 V 83 Custom keys gh 7 90 Custom preset S S 200 82 Custom preset files copying 87 Custom preset settings 4A E 85 Custom preset settings in stillimage 88 D Data COd6 108 Date and 41 Date ettet d 97 Date Search ER EP EE 107 DG coupler c 17 Drop frame time code 58 DV control eter er me 95 E Easy recording CJ recording program 69 Erid Searcli ise due e uu ata ederet ine Pug aie Ns 49 Error messages 136 EVF Magnifying 53 EVF Peaking 53 Exposure 75 Exposure lock 75 External synchronizations 60 External video analog line in 110 External video 110 l adets
6. 45 Low angle recording 43 LP MOUE CER 96 Maintenance 137 Manual M recording program 70 Manual focus 53 Master 83 Memory card 30 Memory card formatting 128 MENU settings 32 Metering method stills 121 jeuonippy Microphone 22 64 Microphone attenuator 64 Mix balance 104 ND fiter ios d UE 55 Night B recording program 70 Non drop frame time code 58 83 Phantom power microphone 65 66 Playback memory card 124 Playback tape iier edo RE RE 98 Power adapter 16 POWER dial 10 EP fue 43 ect TOT EDS 129 Programmed AE 69 Pulldown mode 24F frame rate
7. x 2 ae DISPLAY SETUP EVF SETUP W BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST eel COLOR el SHARPNESS _ pj 1 Press the MENU button 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select DISPLAY SETUP and press the SET button 3 Select EVF SETUP and then select BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR or SHARPNESS 4 Adjust the setting with the SELECT dial and press the SET button After the adjustment you will return to the EVF SETUP submenu Change additional settings in the same way as necessary For more details regarding the EVF BW MODE setting refer to 92 5 Press the MENU button to close the menu Attaching the Microphone Unit 1 Loosen the microphone locking screw on the viewfinder unit open the microphone clamp and insert the microphone into the microphone clamp 2 Align the mark on the microphone with the mark on the clamp and tighten the screw 3 Plug the microphone cable to the camcorder s FRONT MIC terminals 22 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 Be careful not to drop the camcorder when adjusting the strap
8. 142 ACCESSONIES nade ce eee 9 AE gt tinet best tees d deis 76 Analog digital converter 112 Aspect guides 45 Aspect ratio cesses desee semet 48 Audio level indicator 67 Audi JOCK weit nek a 63 Audio ModE reren bea ade Rr RR ee ete bee 63 Audio QUIpUt bend s E 104 Audio recording 63 Audio reference signal 93 Auto A recording program 69 Auto exposure bracketing 55 120 AULOTOCUS ase sud va bk wind 52 Av recording program 73 Battery pack 16 Black level 82 Built in backup battery 17 Cassettes loading and removing 29 Center marker 2 2 ended ade td 45 Character recording 96 ClearSCan x cx eb e os da 89 Color bars 93 Color 83 Color 83 Color phase uf 84 Component video
9. 94 File numbers 115 Flange back adjustment 26 sull iss nt owe nda 122 FOCUS 52 Foclis preset ies doa ide EROR 54 Fraime tate p eT 56 Free run time code 58 Id GAIN ane cok ot ahead us 77 Gamma sar eaae Rai ua ker 82 E AoE ICE 60 SE 23 GHD ZOOM Sto dace 50 50 IS 96 24 149 HD SD 5 01 100 HD SD video signal standards 6 HDV DV tape recording standards 6 HDV DV terminal 102 110 113 High definition TV connections 100 EN Image stabilizer 7 68 Index search 106 t 1 91 ur 82 Language scere p 3 CRI 97 s ae ted 21 LGD side panel oh ans Rion e bet etes 135 LED indicators 96 Lensihio0d iuis bed won ete 25 Level marker
10. dn NIVO Y1X SseooJd oipny jndino MS 199195 LNdNi eouejequn eouejeq eouejequn eouejeq dwy dwy ANIV OIN Additional Information Q3ONVAGV INOHJ 104 2 HO LHO avy 157 ui old ai O HO VOY O O eur JONUO A oipny NNAW 9818S Ae dsiq Olanv GOT aS MS 123138 H9 93M gt oianv oadW YOY H3lalW 3NOHd v6 Y HO Z HO WOU PO as ino eur 6 Y 497 YILIN 3 HO L HO VOU Av13a L HO NNAW 129196 JOUN 158 Custom Keys Make a copy of this page and carry it with you as a reminder of the functions that can be assigned to each of the two custom keys in each operation mode You can assign frequently used functions to the custom keys The custom keys can have different functions assigned to them in each of the different operation modes Default settings CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE TV SCREEN ZEBRA TV SCREEN CUSTOM KEY 2 INDEX WRITE DATA CODE TV SCREEN DATA CODE The following functions can be assigned to the custom keys Time code Time code hold Time code Index write Aud
11. Detach the eye cup as shown in the illustration 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 locking screw move the viewfinder Loosen the locking lever move the viewfinder to the right left and tighten the screw forward backward and tighten the lever 20 Dioptric Adjustment Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever q Prevent direct sunlight from getting in the viewfinder The viewfinder LCD may become damaged due 4 to concentration of the light by the lens Pay special attention when mounting the camcorder on tripod or during transportation 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 suoljeiedald Y Make sure to close the eyepiece adapter when you are not using the viewfinder as an LCD panel The screen is slightly brighter when you open the eyepiece adapter 2 3 21 Adjusting the Viewfinder You can adjust the brightness contrast color and sharpness of the viewfinder These adjustments will not affect your recording
12. CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER presence of important operating and maintenance SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING servicing instructions in the literature TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL accompanying the product IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word product refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder XL H1A and all its accessories 1 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed 5 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners The product should be cleaned only as recommended in this manual 6 Accessories Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous 7 Avoid magnetic or electric fields Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters portable communication devices or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation They may cause picture interference o
13. CD 1 The wireless controller returns to mode 1 when you replace the batteries Change the mode if 2 necessary O Make sure that the camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode Display the 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 yoeqheld 109 Recording an External Video Signal Analog Line In HDVIDV In You can record on the tape an external video signal either from the analog video input SD standard or from the HDV DV input SD or HD standard EM A Tv Av M 4 Analog Line In You can select the audio channels to be recorded along with the video signal 1 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 00 102 2 Set the POWER dial to X and load a blank cassette 3 Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select AUDIO MODE select a setting option and close the menu 4 Select the audio input Select the input with the INPUT SELECT switch of AUDIO1 for analog line in set it to AUDIO 1 or REAR 5 Connected device Load the recorded cassette 6 Press the and buttons or the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller The camcorder enters the record pause mod
14. Precautions related to the camcorder operation O Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures m Reference page number O Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller O are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen O The Canon HD Video 5 4 108 mm L IS Il Zoom Lens supplied with the Lens Kit is referred to as HD 20x L IS Lens O The illustrations show the camcorder with the HD 20x L IS Lens attached O Screen refers to the viewfinder screen Card or Memory card refers to an SD memory card or a MultiMediaCard MMC Setting the Time Zone Date and Time Set the time zone date and time when you first start using your camcorder or if the built in rechargeable battery has completely discharged Setting the Time Zone Daylight Saving Time Operating modes sumo ser 1 Press the MENU button M enu item S howi ng at its d efa u It pos itio n 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select SYSTEM and press the SET button 3 Select D TIME SET ei and then select T ZONE DST and press the SET button The time zone setting appears The default setting is New York 4 Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press the SET button To adjust for daylight saving time select the time zone with the next to the area Setting the D
15. 8 1 Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish to return to later The tape counter is reset to 0 00 00 and the mark appears To cancel press the ZERO SET MEMORY button again 2 After you finish playing back the tape rewind the tape 4 RTN appears The tape stops automatically at 0 00 00 and the Y mark disappears The tape counter changes to time code DA O The zero set memory may not function correctly if the time code has not been recorded 2 consecutively O The zero set memory function may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape xyoeqKeld 105 Index Search With the index search you can locate any point you have marked beforehand with an index signal 00 91 This function is operated with the wireless controller SEARCH SELECT button WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL D5000 ES GS TIAM 1 Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display INDEX SEARCH appears 2 Press the 44 or gt gt button to begin searching Press more than once to search for further index signals up to 10 times e Press the STOP lf button to stop searching DA Q Playback may start slightly before or after the index signal Za O The index search function may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape 106 Date Search
16. n SD mode Time Code IN is not available if you select the 24F frame rate the mode will be canceled and the TC IN display on the side panel will disappear The time code sent out will be the time code as recorded on the tape Connection Diagram t TC IN SMPTE standard LTC timing signal GENLOCK IN Reference video signal As a reference video signal input you can use either an HD Y signal or an NTSC composite video signal 60 Selecting the Synchronization Method ETE uE MENU C231 Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select EXT SYNC select a setting option and close the menu SIGNAL SETUP W EXT SYNC OFF 2 If you select GENLOCK TC synchronization method the FRAME SETTNG and COUNT d UP settings of the camcorder will be ignored and the external time code s drop frame bit will be used instead if the external time code is non drop frame NDF will appear on the side panel display O Once the Genlock and Time Code IN synchronization stabilizes after approx 10 seconds the external time code lock will be retained even if you disconnect the cable from the TC IN terminal However the external time code lock will be lost if you turn the camcorder off set the camcorder to mode or change the position of the FRAME RATE switch If during GENLOCK TC synchronization the Genlock input signal is
17. 2 lt 2 TAPE CARD switch XS NUM 4 1 Turn the POWER dial to X and move the TAPE CARD switch to 2 Press the 19 button to move between images O Images not recorded with this camcorder uploaded from a computer edited on computer images whose file names have been changed may not be played back correctly O Do not turn off the camcorder change the position of the TAPE CARD switch or the POWER dial open the memory card cover or remove the memory card while the card access indicator is flashing Doing so could result in data damage Slide Show Press the SLIDE SHOW button Images are played back one after another Press the button again to stop the slideshow 124 Index Screen 1 Move the zoom lever toward W Up to 6 images appear 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select an image Move the c to the image you wish to view You can switch between the index pages by pressing the button 3 Move the zoom lever toward T The index screen is cancelled and the selected image is displayed Card Jump Function You can locate images without displaying them one by one The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the image number of the current image out of the total number of images Press and hold the 9 14 button When you release the button the image of the
18. 124 Advanced accessory shoe 66 122 4 Start stop button 42 Dp play button 98 SLIDESHOW button 124 PHOTO button Q 116 6 CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button 85 gt fast forward button 98 button QQ 87 124 CUSTOM PRESET ON OFF button 85 DISPLAY button 45 6 REC record button 110 49 CUSTOM KEYS 90 Screw holes for adapter holder 23 EJECT switch 29 Tally lamp M 97 14 WL D5000 Wireless Controller 9 E Gs my Se 2 gt 8 3 i TF REL 5 yl e RS 3 e REW 7 aa HAY FF STOP 11 gt amp 8 8 969 09 button 116 REMOTE SET button 109 START STOP button 42 DV button 112 MENU button Q 31 8Zoom buttons 50 TV SCREEN button GQ 132 Menu selection buttons 31 SLIDESHOW button 124 G SET button M 31 DATA CODE button 108 button 124 INDEX WRITE button 91 GIXB button 87 124 8 AUDIO MONITOR button 67 104 3MIX BALANCE buttons 104 END SEARCH
19. 141 Temporary autofocus 53 Timecode os oe dale Bout ber ace Dd esa 58 Timecode it Rr ako heb 60 Time code 60 Troubleshooting 144 Tv recording program 72 TV connections 100 156 User bit nce edat et attt adage 62 VCR STOP sss RU EN TEC REPAS 43 90 Video heads cleaning 138 Viewfinder 19 22 Viewfinder dioptric 21 25 78 Wireless controller 28 FA Zebra coe 80 Zero 105 ZOOM o dics daniele ath ad dienten tait dated 50 Zoom display RI REFERRE 51 ZOOImipreselt dee Les ie diye edn DEED Par die dunes s 51 Zoom bes ps RAF 50 Y HO HO 29 8 1 7HN8v Y HO HO ZHACE SGOW ZHNZE 1 2 8 HO L HO HO V HO HO V HO c HO V HO HO b HO Audio Block Diagram ANAW 123135 Andino jenBuiig 5592014 eysa jenBuitig SS920Jd df NIVO YIX
20. 2 36 x 1 57 4 3 3 28 x 1 57 16 9 50 mm 60 1 x 44 6 mm 4 3 81 9 x 44 6 mm 16 9 1 m 42 0 x 31 7 mm 4 3 55 8 x 31 7 mm 16 9 16x IS II Zoom Lens 39 11 x 29 57 4 3 50 46 x 29 57 16 9 2 33 x 1 55 4 3 3 24 x 1 55 16 9 20 mm 45 3 x 33 7 mm 4 3 61 7 x 33 7 mm 16 9 1 m 59 4 x 44 7 mm 4 3 79 3 x 44 7 mm 16 9 3x Zoom XL Lens 59 52 x 46 48 4 3 75 01 x 46 48 16 9 21 44 x 16 25 4 3 28 42 x 16 25 16 9 20 mm 58 8 x 44 2 mm 4 3 78 2 x 44 2 mm 16 9 0 5 m 203 0 x 152 7 mm 4 3 270 2 x 152 7 mm 16 9 153 uoneunoJu jeuonippy CA 920 Compact Power Adapter Power supply 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Power consumption 24 W Rated output Adapter 7 2 V DC 2 0 A Charger 8 4 V DC 1 5A Operating temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F Dimensions 75 x 99 x 51 mm 3 0 x 3 9 x 2 0 in Weight 215 g 7 6 oz without power cable BP 950G Battery Pack Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery Rated voltage 7 4VDC Operating temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F Battery capacity 5 200 mAh Dimensions 38 2 x 40 3 x 70 5 mm 1 5 x 1 6 x 2 8 in Weight 210 g 7 4 oz Weight and dimensions are approximate Errors and omissions excepted Subject to change without notice 154 Index Abroad using the camcorder
21. 20xLIS Supplied color viewfinder 140 210 min 300 min 415 min der 10min 170 min 235 min 320 min 16x Supplied color viewfinder 160 250 min 340 min 465 min Manual Optional FU 1000 Zoom monochrome viewfinder 120 min 190 min 260 min 360 min Lens Zoom Supplied color viewfinder 130 195 min 295 min 400 min L XL i P xi Optio 105 min 165 min 230 min 315 min monochrome viewfinder Typical Recording HD 20x L Supplied color viewfinder 85min 130 175 min 240 min Time IS Lens _ Optional FU 1000 Nba iae 65 min 100 min 135 min 190 min 20xLIS Supplied color viewfinder 80min 115 min 155 min 215 min bens 60min 95min 125 min 175 min monochrome viewfinder 16x Supplied color viewfinder 90min 140 min 175 min 240 min Manual Optional FU 1000 Zoom monochrome viewfinder TO min 105 min 140 min 195 min Lens Zoom Supplied color viewfinder 75min 110 150 min 210 min Lens XL Optional FU 1000 60 90 min 125 170 min monochrome viewfinder Playback Time Supplied color viewfinder 180 min 275 min 375 min 510 min Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start stop zooming power on off
22. 67 2LENS RELEASE switch 24 CH SELECT switch CH2 64 BSET button 31 8 CH1 CH2 dials 67 021815 dial GQ 73 SELECT dial 31 FRONT MIC ATT switch CH1 CH2 64 19 record review button 46 CH3 CH4 dials 67 LIGHT Button Press the LIGHT button to illuminate the side panel for approximately 10 seconds Keep the button pressed for at least 3 seconds to keep the panel illuminated until you press the LIGHT button once more to turn the backlight off 10 Left side view CDDioptric adjustment lever 21 qDRESET button STEREO MONO microphone selector 64 12 card slot 30 Lock lever 20 13 filter operating ring Q 55 Eye 20 4 ND filter unlock button QQ 55 5 viewfinder 19 22 STABILIZER ON OFF switch 68 amp Lock release button 21 POSITION PRESET switch 51 Viewfinder cable 19 8 Zoom ring A 50 47 AF switch 52 POSITION PRESET ON SET switch 51 Lens hood m 25 18 selector 53 Focus ring LL 52 11 Right side view
23. Open the menu and select SYSTEM Select CUSTOM KEY 1 or 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 58 CAMERA VCR PLAY Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The time code setting menu appears Index Write You can add an index signal to your recording for easy search in VCR PLAY mode Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The index signal will be recorded for approx 6 seconds When the camcorder is in record pause mode the index signal will be written when you start recording 2 An index signal cannot be added or erased later Zs 22 Zebra Pattern 80 CAMERA CAMERA CARD Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The zebra pattern is activated Press the button again to deactivate it VCR STOP m 43 4 When the camcorder is in record pause mode you can turn off the recorder section If the POWER SAVE option the SSYSTEM 9 submenu is set to OFF even in VCR STOP mode the camera section is still powered allo
24. 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 4 Using the S VIDEO or VIDEO Terminal If connecting to a TV set the input selector to VIDEO If connecting to a VCR set the input selector to LINE Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV or VCR INPUT VIDEO Stereo Cable supplied L Signal flow E Jao gt R Signal flow gt S S1 VIDEO S Video Cable commercially available CH3 AUDIO2 4 IN OUT Oe 102 We recommend powering the camcorder from household power outlet When connecting to the terminal set the RCA BNC selector down to RCA When connecting to the BNC terminal set the RCA BNC selector up to BNC sets with S1 Video terminals Recording made with a 16 9 aspect ratio 1 48 will automatically be played in widescreen mode if you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S1 VIDEO terminal sets equipped with the ID 1 System Recording made with a 16 9 aspect ratio 48 will automatically be played in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S S1 VIDEO terminal or the
25. symbol disappears The CARD access indicator flashes and the card access display appears San O Do not turn off the camcorder change the position of the TAPE CARD switch or the POWER dial 1 open the memory card cover or remove the memory card while the CARD access indicator is flashing Doing so could result in data damage O When you are using an SD Memory Card make sure that the protect switch is set to allow recording 116 As O When the Focus Priority mode is set to ON 2 When you press the PHOTO button fully before the symbol turns green it may take up to 2 seconds 4 seconds in the Night recording program until the focus is adjusted If the subject is not suitable for autofocus the camcorder locks the focus In that case adjust the focus manually with the focusing ring O When the Focus Priority mode is set to OFF In step 2 turns green and 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 With the POWER SAVE option in the SYSTEM menu you can select if the power will be turned off set it to ON or not set it to OFF If you set the power save option to ON and the computer automatically powered off in order to resume recording press the STANDBY button or turn the POWER dial t
26. K in 100 K increments Preset 1 2 Custom preset 3 200 5 600 K TAPE CARD Tw Av M POWER dial Zoom lever WHITE BALANCE dial WHITE BALANCE gt button Selecting an Automated White Balance Setting 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 A or 2 Setting the Color Temperature 1 Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than 2 Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to K 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 78 Setting a 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 numbers 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 button The symbol and the selected preset number flash on the screen and stop flashing when the setting is complete OA O As long as the built in rechargeable lithium battery is
27. SYSTEM 2 P CHAR REC OFF wn O Make sure to set CHAR REC to DFF when you do not wish to superimpose the screen displays 4 Superimposed screen displays cannot be erased later O When you activate the superimposed screen displays you cannot change the TV SCREEN setting Also the COMP OUT setting will change to 1080i 480i and the 480i setting option cannot be selected Turning Off the LED Indicators This option will turn off the POWER CARD access HD selection and HDV DV Terminal indicators as well as the tally lamp even when the camcorder is operating TAPE CARD ov P C MENU 1131 Open the menu and select SYSTEM Select LED ON OFF set it to OFF and close the menu SYSTEM 2 W LED ON OFF OFF 96 Turning Off the Tally Lamps caro I MN 2 MENU 31 SYSTEM 2 TALLY LAMP ON Open the menu and select SYSTEM Select TALLY LAMP set it to OFF and close the menu The tally lamps still light up when the camcorder receives a signal from the wireless controller Changing the Display Language The language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed to Simplified Chinese or Japanese n 2 MENU 131 To change the display language open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP c amp 1 Select LANGUAGE select a lan
28. You can locate the change of the date time zone with the date search function This function is operated with the wireless controller L JOW C TVSCREEN E Cj ES 1 SEL C SEARCH SELECT button DO lt STOP iu WIRELESS CONTROLLER WL D5000 TAPE a Av M 2 mico 1 Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display DATE SEARCH 8 appears 2 Press the 44 button to begin searching Press more than once to search for further date changes up to 10 times Press the STOP button to stop searching DA recording of longer than a minute per date time zone is required O 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 yoeqheldq 107 Displaying the 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 0 MENU button MENU button Eo DATA CODE button orga i SELECT dial SET button Tv Av M 2 Selecting the Data Code Display Combination __ DISPLAY SETUP DATA CODE DATE amp TIME Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select DATA COD
29. 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 BP 950G 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 battery 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 0 storage g 3x Zoom Lens XL 3 4 10 2 mm A super wide angle lens that gives a range of 24 5 73 5 mm 35 mm film equivalent 5 gt 16x Manual Zoom Lens XL 5 4 86 4 amp A high resolution zoom lens with two zoom modes 8 5 manual and powered built in ND filter and AE 5 5 functions c SS ca c cs 1 c ca Cl fo 149 Extender XL 1 6x Attach this extender between a
30. the 2 3 pulldown method This 24F mode is suited for playback on a TV screen 24F 2 3 3 2 Mode Signals are down converted to 60 fps interlaced using the 2 3 3 2 pulldown method This 24F mode is ideal for extracting true 24 frames per second in order to transfer to film 56 24F camera 4 60i tape 24F camera i 60i tape 444 e e t t t o o h h h figig g h h Selecting the Frame Rate EXE o gt Set the FRAME RATE switch to the desired position i 60i Mode F1 30F Mode F2 24F Mode The selected frame rate appears on screen OA If you change the position of the FRAME RATE switch while recording the frame rate will not change immediately It changes once you pause recording Selecting the 242 Pulldown Mode ___ is 5 A W o M 5 MENU 0031 CAMERA SETUP 24F MODE SEL 2 3 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select 24F MODE SEL select setting option and close the menu 2 3 24F appears in white 2 3 3 2 24F appears in orange Y If you are using an editing system that does not support the 2 3 3 2
31. 4 1 TIME CODE 2 TV SCREEN amp Date search JA 107 Index search 106 User bit A 62 Audio output 1A 104 1 Audio level indicator 67 3 balance 1 104 2 Custom preset data embedded with the still image 88 2 Custom keys 90 3Image protected 127 Data code 0 108 limage number V 115 6 End search V 49 5 Total number of still images 00 114 Recording standard 47 19 Still image size 114 Frame rate 56 9 Tape operation 98 REC el PAUSE STOP A EJECT gt PLAY gt gt Fast forward 4 Rewind gt gt aa Fast forward playback rewind playback x2 44x2 x2 playback 1 4 1 x1 playback 1 41 Frame advance playback 134 Side panel Time code Video signal standard anam ng Sn ape has reached the end NDF EXT LOCK HOLD ee Remaining battery charge HD SD SDI Terminal HD SDI TC IN TC OUT GENLOCK Time code AUDIO LEVEL is set 10 CH1 2 gt MIX4CH3 4 amp CH synchronization setting to MANUAL 1 3 040119 4018629 040 30 20 620 level indicator 214 Video output signal from the uoneuuoju jeuonippy 135 List of Messages Message Explanation SET THE TIME ZONE DATE You have not set the time z
32. 8 MENU 0031 AUDIO SETUP gt AUDIO LOCK UNLOCK MODE Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select AUDIO LOCK select a setting option and close the menu Selecting the Audio Mode 2CH 4CH 48kHz 2CH 32kHz 2CH 32kHz 4CH imum AUDIO SETUP j AUDIO MODE 48kHz 2CH DV AUDIO 2 HDV Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select AUDIO MODE select a setting option and close the menu 63 Using the Wind Screen With the supplied microphone only you can reduce the sound of wind recorded from the front microphone caro 24 MENU 0031 AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN ON 52 0 Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select WIND SCREEN select a setting option and close the menu Recording on Channels 1 and 2 Select the audio input from FRONT MIC supplied microphone AUDIO1 RCA terminals or REAR XLR terminals Refer also to the Audio Block Diagram 157 AUDIO1 REAR en FRONT RECCHSELECT INPUT CHI OFF BB CH2 6 MIC amp wx mic cua 0 2 4 the INPUT SELECT switch to FRONT MIC You can select the microphone setting with the STEREO MONO switch on the microphone itself In the M
33. Actual time may be shorter O We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 C and 30 C 50 F and 86 F OA lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state Unlike conventional battery packs you do not need to completely use or discharge it before charging O We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need O To conserve battery power turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode Preparing the Camcorder Attaching and Detaching the Color Viewfinder Unit Attaching the Color Viewfinder Unit 1 Slide the viewfinder unit onto the bracket and tighten the locking screw 2 Connect the viewfinder cable to the upper socket of the camcorder body 3 Hook the viewfinder cable onto the cable clamp Insert the cable plug straight into the camcorder socket suoljeiedald Detaching the Viewfinder Unit 1 Detach the viewfinder cable 2 Loosen the locking screw and slide the viewfinder unit off the bracket 18 Attaching and Detaching the Eye Cup 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 pull the eye cup into position Right eye use Left eye use
34. Canon XL lens and the XL H1 to boost the focal length of the lens by 1 6x EF Adapter XL This allows you to attach Canon EF lenses to the XL H1 The difference in size between the XL H1 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 When you use the FU 1000 with the XL H1 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 XL H1 and connect it with the CA920 CB 920 TA 100 Tripod Adapter The TA 100 allows you to quickly mount unmount the XL H1 on from a tripod SBR 1000 Shooting Brace Using the SBR 1000 for additional support of the video camera with the neck strap will significantly lighten the load of the camera s weight while shooting MA 300 Microphone Adapter With the MA 300 you can use balanced microphones on all 4 channels Phantom power cannot be used with the MA 300 150 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 t
35. Indicator 67 CAMERA VCR PLAY Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The audio level indicator appears Press the button again to hide the audio level indicator EVF Black amp White Mode Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 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 Flange Back Adjustment CAMERA CAMERA CARD Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button The flange back adjustment menu appears CP Backward Key CAMERA CAMERA CARD Press the CUSTOM KEY 2 button Usually pressing the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button will cycle forwards to the following custom preset file After activating the Custom Preset Direction pressing the button will instead cycle backwards to the preceding custom preset file The Custom Preset Direction can only be operated with the custom keys Flip EVF CAMERA CAMERA CARD 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 With HDV compatible XL lenses the FLIP EVF function will be deactivated while displaying the menu screens FLIP EVF can only be operated with the custom keys Data Code 108 VCR PLAY VCR PLAY CARD Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or
36. Item Setting Options DISPLAY SETUP EVF SETUP EVF BW MODE ON OFF 92 BRIGHTNESS 22 CONTRAST COLOR SHARPNESS LEV CENT MRK OFF LEVEL MARK CENT MARK 45 OBJ DST UNIT m meter ft feet 97 ZOOM IND BAR NUMBER 51 TV SCREEN ON OFF 132 GUIDE INFO OFF CUSTOM KEYS D T DISPLAY 41 LANGUAGE ENGLISH x 97 SYSTEM CUSTOM KEY 1 ZEBRA TV SCREEN EVF BW MODE FB FLIP EVF 91 NONE CUSTOM KEY 2 ZEBRA TV SCREEN EVF BW MODE CP BKWD KEY FB FLIP EVF NONE WL REMOTE 6271 202 60 109 POWER 43 D TIME SET T ZONE DST 41 DATE TIME 41 DATE FORMAT 97 LED ON OFF ON OFF 96 IRIS DIAL UP OPEN DOWN OPEN 73 39 CARD VCR PLAY MENU Submenu Menu Item Setting Options SIGNAL SETUP COMP OUT 480i 10801 4801 101 SDI OUTPUT ON OFF 101 SDI SPEC AUTO SD LOCKED 101 CARD OPERATIONS B PRINT ORDERS YES 129 ALL ERASE ERASE ALL IMAGES NO YES 126 INITIALIZE CANCEL EXECUTE 128 After pressing the SET button while displaying a still image IMAGE ERASE CANCEL ERASE 126 PROTECT ON OFF 127 PRINT ORDER 0 99 COPIES 129 SLIDESHOW CANCEL START 124 META DATA CP C e IMPORT 82 SELECT POSITION EXECUTE RETURN DISPLAY SETUP EVF EVF BW MODE ON OFF 92 BRIGHTNESS 22 CONTRAST COLOR SHARPNESS TV SCREEN ON OFF 132 DISPLAYS ON OFF lt PLAYBK gt 132 CU
37. LOW lt and close the menu Q appears CAMERA SETUP SKIN D SET SKIN DETAIL OFF Determining the Skin Area MENU anera setup p gt SKIN D SET D HUE see n nn nn G R 131 CHROMA n o a A Y LEVEL ey 9 S 5 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP and SKIN D SET Select HUE CHROMA AREA or Y LEVEL adjust the levels and close the menu HUE Agjust the hue for detection of the skin area Adjusting to R detects reddish skin color and to G detects greenish skin color CHROMA Adjust the color saturation for detection of the skin area Adjusting to detects more vivid skin tones and to detects paler skin tones AREA Adjust the color range for detection of the skin area Adjusting to detects a wide color range and to detects a narrow color range Y LEVEL Adjust the brightness for detection of the skin area Adjusting to detects brighter skin color and to detects darker skin color 81 Using the Custom Preset You can define preset levels for 23 recording specifications used when recording on tape 17 when recording still images on the memory card Up to 6 custom presets can be stored on the camcorder and up to 20 can be stored on the memory card You can copy the camcorder s custom presets
38. RESPECT TO THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL BIND THE UNDERSIGNED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU CUSA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE STORAGE CHARGES LOSS OF DATA OR ANY OTHER SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DV CAMCORDER REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED AND EVEN IF CUSA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST CUSA BE GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE DV CAMCORDER SOLD BY CUSA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING YOU ASSUME ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE DV CAMCORDER NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF CUSA SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS EQUIPMENT OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED AS A GIFT This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state CANON U S A INC CANADA CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY The
39. SD memory card has a protect switch to prevent accidental erasure Inserting the Card 1 Set the POWER dial to OFF 2 Open the memory card slot cover 3 Insert the memory card straight all the way into the card slot 4 Close the 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 Set the POWER dial to OFF Make sure that the CARD indicator is not flashing before you turn off the camcorder 2 Open the memory card slot cover 3 Push the memory card to release it and then remove the memory card 4 Close the card slot cover O This camcorder is compatible with SD Memory Cards or MultiMediaCards MMC only Do not use any other type of memory cards O Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards O Turn off the camcorder before inserting or removing the memory card Otherwise it may result in lost data O If you use memory cards other than the supplied one make sure to initialize them with the camcorder 128 30 Changing Settings with the MENU Button Many of the camcorder s functions can be changed from the onscreen menu MENU button 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 t
40. VIDEO terminal O In fast forward playback rewind playback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV mode the picture may be distorted Connection to a Normal TV or Monitor Non HDTV HiVision 1 Using the COMPONENT OUT D Terminal Refer to the connection diagram in the previous section 101 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 S VIDEO or VIDEO Terminal Refer to the connection diagram in the previous section 102 If connecting to a TV set the input selector to VIDEO If connecting to a VCR set the input selector to LINE Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV or VCR We recommend powering the camcorder from household power outlet When connecting to the RCA terminal the RCA BNC selector down to RCA When connecting to the BNC terminal set the RCA BNC selector up to BNC O TV sets with S1 Video terminals Recording made with a 16 9 aspect ratio 48 will automatically be played in widescreen mode if you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S1 VIDEO terminal sets equipped with the ID 1 System Recording made with 16 9 aspect ratio 48 will automatically be played in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S S1 VIDEO terminal or the VI
41. appear CAMERA SETUP W CLEAR SCAN 60 1Hz 89 Using the 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 different operation modes Default settings CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE TV SCREEN ZEBRA TV SCREEN CUSTOM KEY 2 INDEX WRITE DATA CODE TV SCREEN DATA CODE The following functions can be assigned to the custom keys Time code Time code hold Time code Index write Audio level TV screen Zebra pattern EVF B amp W mode Data code VCR stop 2 CP backward key 12 Audio level TV screen Flip EVF Time code hold EVF B amp W mode Zebra pattern TV screen TV screen Data code EVF B amp W mode EVF B amp W mode CP backward key 12 Flange back Flip EVF 1 Can only be assigned to Custom Key 2 This function can only be operated with a custom key To check the current custom key settings 2 in recording mode Open the menu and select DISPLAY Select GUIDE INFO set it to CUSTOM KEYS and close the menu In VCR PLAY mode Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select CUSTOM KEYS set it to ON and close the menu CUSTOM KEYS 90 Changing the Custom Keys Setting 0 24 MENU 0031 SYSTEM 2 CUSTOM KEY 1 WRITE
42. approx 1 670 000 pixels Effective pixels approx 1 560 000 4 3 approx 1 170 000 16 9 approx 1 560 000 Tape Format Videocassettes bearing the MiniDV mark Tape Speed 18 81 mm s 0 74 ips SP 18 81 mm s 0 74 ips LP 12 56 mm s 0 49 ips Maximum Recording Time 60 min cassette HDV 60 min SP 60 min LP 90 min Fast Forward Rewind Time Approx 2 min 20 sec with a 60 min cassette Viewfinder 2 4 in wide 16 9 aspect ratio TFT color approx 215 000 pixels RGB delta configuration Microphone Stereo electret condenser microphone Lens mount XL interchangeable mount system AF system TTL autofocus manual focusing with focus ring with HD 20x L IS Lens White Balance Auto white balance pre set white balance indoor outdoor custom white balance or color temperature setting Minimum Illumination 0 5 Ix with HD 20x L IS Lens 60i 30F mode Manual mode 1 4 shutter F1 6 Gain 18 dB Recommended Illumination More than 100 x 60i 30F Memory Card Recording media SD memory card MultiMedia Card MMC Size of Images on the Card 1920 x 1080 1440 x 1080 848 x 480 640 x 480 pixels File Format Design rule for Camera File system DCF Exif 2 2 compliant DPOF compliant Image Compression Method JPEG compression Super Fine Fine Normal The camcorder s operations have been tested with SD memory cards up to 2 GB
43. button M 49 4 4 4 gt gt buttons Q 106 107 0 SEARCH SELECT button 106 107 PLAY button 98 PAUSE button 110 26 FF gt button 98 2 44 button GQ 98 u button 98 32 SET MEMORY button 105 295 button GQ 98 4I button 98 09 X2 button 98 PAUSE button 98 G0 SLOW button 98 15 Preparing the Power Supply Charging the Battery Pack Disconnect the DC coupler from the power adapter before charging Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack 1 Connect the power cord to the adapter 2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 3 Attach the battery pack to the adapter Press lightly and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks The charge indicator starts flashing The indicator will stay on when the charging is complete 4 When the charging is complete remove the battery pack from the adapter 5 Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the adapter Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Turn the POWER dial to OFF 2 Attach the battery pack to the camcorder Press lightly and 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 p
44. color may change when turning the ND filter on off In such case setting a custom white balance may be effective 79 55 Selecting the Frame Rate You can select from the following frame rates depending on the recording mode 60i 30F 24F 2 3 pulldown converted 60i 30F 24F 2 3 pulldown converted or 2 3 3 2 pulldown converted 60i Mode Records in 60 fps interlaced mode the same as TV signals 30F Mode Records in 30 fps progressive mode and outputs signals converted into 60 fps interlaced 24F Mode Records in 24 fps progressive mode During playback the signals are down converted to 60 fps interlaced using the 2 3 pulldown method While recording if the HDV DV terminal is set to HDV output the output signal will be in 24 fps progressive The signal output from the HD SD SDI terminal and the COMPONENT OUT D terminal will be down converted to 60 fps using the 2 3 pulldown method 30F camera i 60i tape 24F camera 60 tape 60i play back BEN BE c H ABE c H aja b b b c c ja d a e e t t t o o h h h Records in 24 fps progressive mode like movie cameras creating a true cinematic feel to the picture 24F 2 3 Mode Signals are down converted to 60 fps interlaced using
45. compartment open Leaving the cassette in the camcorder may damage the tape OA cassette cannot be loaded when condensation is detected 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 uoneuuoju jeuonippy 139 Battery Pack Handling Precautions DANGER Treat the battery pack with care Keep it away from fire or it might explode Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 C 140 F 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 Do not get it wet OCharged battery packs continue to discharge naturally Therefore charge 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 ODirty 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 86 F If you do not use the battery pack for long periods charge and discharge it fully at least o
46. displayed image number appears Aowa e Buisf 125 Erasing Images You can erase images one at a time or all at once O Be careful when erasing images Erased images cannot be recovered IW Erasing a still image that had a custom preset file embedded recorded with the ON CP DATA setting will erase the image and the embedded custom preset file Protected images cannot be erased VAAN Erasing a Single Image 4 1 Select the 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 a still image or if you press the SET button immediately after recording an image 3 Select IMAGE ERASE 4 Select YES The image is erased and the previous image appears If an image is protected YES will appear grayed out Erasing All Images CARD tv Av pon CARD OPERATIONS ERASE ALE IMAGES 1 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS 2 Select ERASE ALL IMAGES 3 Select YES and close the menu All still images with exception of the protected ones are erased 126 Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or the index Screen If a memory card is initial
47. limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc Canon Canada with respect to Canon digital video equipment purchased in Canada This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for this Canon digital video equipment to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required Canon consumer video digital equipment is warranted under normal non commercial personal use against defective materials or workmanship as follows Parts Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or at Canon Canada s option comparable rebuilt parts for a period of one year from the date of original purchase except Video Heads which will be exchanged for a period of 3 months from the date of purchase Labour For a period of one year from the date of original purchase labour will be provided free of charge by our Canon Service Facilities in Canada This limited warranty covers all defects except where a The loss or damage to the product results from i accident natural disaster mishandling abuse neglect unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions contained in the instruction manual ii the use of accessories attachments products supplies parts or devices with this Canon product that do not conform to Canon specifications or that cause abnormally frequent service problems repairs or services performed by any party other than a Canon Service Facility iv defective bat
48. not support phantom power make sure to 48V 4 switch to OFF Otherwise the microphone may be damaged 65 Recording on Channels 3 and 4 Select the audio input from SHOE optional MA 300 Microphone Adapter AUDIO2 RCA terminals or REAR XLR terminals Refer also to the Audio Block Diagram 157 Make sure to set AUDIO MODE to 4 CH when recording on the tape in HDV standard or 32kHz 4CH when recording in DV standard Line cH1 3 0 cH2 4 OFF cH1 3 md 2 4 1 Attach the optional MA 300 Microphone Adapter to the advanced accessory shoe With the MA 300 you can use balanced microphones on all 4 channels Refer also to the MA 300 instruction manual 2 Set the INPUT SELECT switch to SHOE O When using the MA 300 only the MIC LEVEL signal can be input O The MA 100 and MA 200 microphone adapters cannot be used with this camcorder O The MA 300 does not support phantom power When Connecting to the terminals of AUDIO2 Line in Recording 1 Connect the device to the RCA terminals of AUDIO2 2 Set the INPUT SELECT switch to AUDIO2 When Connecting to the XLR terminals 1 Connect a microphone to the XLR terminals To supply a microphone with phantom power set the 48V switch to ON Make sure to connect the microphone first before turning on the phantom power Keep the microphone connected when turning off the p
49. of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal 16 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 17 Objects and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the product 18 Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 19 Damage Requiring Service Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If any liquid has been spilled onto or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d If the product does not operate normally even if you follow the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operation instru
50. or OFF and close the menu The displays appear on or disappear from the TV screen according to the setting selected 132 Screen Displays during Recording See also 44 3 2 5 9 2 1 CODE 2 INDEX WRITE 9 19 9 CAMERA CARD 4 7 Zoom position Zoom speed A 50 Exposure level 00 74 45 Tape operation 2 Programmed AE 69 REC Shutter speed 72 74 e PAUSE 73 74 sToP 6 Exposure lock V 75 AE shift 1 76 A EJECT White balance 78 6 Remote sensor mode A 109 Skin detail 02 81 Wind screen 64 8 Peaking 1 53 Recording mode 00 96 9Manual focus V 53 9 Audio level indicator 67 3 2 10 Custom preset V 82 Magnifying 53 9 E Custom keys 90 Date and time L 1 41 Metering method 02 121 B 5 Gain 77 Drive mode 119 Recording standard 1 47 63 Available still images on the card 1 114 4 Frame rate 56 Still image size quality 114 In Manual mode 133 Screen Displays during Playback VCR PLAY 9 7 D O cum cum gt 2 TV SCREEN 6284 AM 9 20 OCT 1 2005 1 VCR PLAY CARD 3 12 820 352 5263 9302160
51. or the grip belt Attaching the Adapter Holder Attach the adapter holder to use the optional CH 910 Dual Battery Charger Holder or a commercially available wireless microphone receiver suoljeiedald 1 Attach the adapter holder and secure it by tightening the screws 2 Adjust the position of the support bars Stop lever 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 it off the support bars 23 Preparing the Lens Refer also to the instruction manual of the lens Mounting the Lens 1 2 Removing the Lens 1 2 VaR Be careful not to drop the lens or camcorder when mounting or removing the lens Set the POWER dial to OFF Remove the dust caps from the camcorder and the lens Align the red mark on the lens with the red mark on the camcorder and turn the lens clockwise until it clicks Set the POWER dial to OFF Slide in the LENS RELEASE switch turn the lens counter clockwise until it stops and remove the lens Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens 42 Avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources when mounting or removing the lens O The XL mount is not compatible with the VL mount O Do not touch the lens lens mount and the interior of the mount or exp
52. rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation to form on its internal surfaces M 139 Storage 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 86 F OAfter storage check the functions of your camcorder to make sure that the camcorder is still working properly Cleaning Camcorder Body and Lens OUsSe 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 uoneuuoju jeuonippy 137 Viewfinder 1 Open the protect cover e g using a flathead screwdriver 2 Clean the glass with a cotton swab 3 Reattach the protect cover Be careful to scratch the glass when cleaning Video Heads N OWhen the message HEADS DIRTY USE CLEANING CASSETTE appears when the playback picture becomes distorted or if when playing back a tape 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 Digi
53. settings for up to 10 lenses En no A M6 Preparations 1 Set the frame rate to 60i or 30F 2 Turn the camcorder facing the subject and secure it in place Place the camcorder at a distance of at least 1 m 3 3 ft from the subject Avoid subjects that are difficult to focus on at the widest angle 3 Zoom out to full wide angle 4 Set the POWER dial to Av and set the aperture to full open 5 Zoom in to full telephoto Make sure the subject remains in the center of the frame both in full Zoom out and full Zoom in 6 Check that the exposure conditions are appropriate If necessary use the ND filter AF Adjustment 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 gt AF ADJUST 4 When the confirmation screen appears press the SET button to begin the adjustment 5 Once the message FB ADJUSTMENT SUCCESSFUL is displayed press the MENU button to close the menu MF Adjustment 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 When the confirmation screen appears press the SET button to begin the adjustment 5 The camcorder will zoom in to full telephoto When the message ADJUST FOCUS amp PUSH amp 3j appears focus as necessary and press the SET button 6 The camcorder will zoom out to full wide ang
54. the Data Gode i LIRE ERREUR NEUES 108 Changing the Remote Sensor 109 Editing Recording an External Video Signal Analog Line In HDV DV In 110 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals Analog Digital 112 Connecting to a Gomputer IEEE 1394 a i ee RIEN DE 113 Using a Memory Card Selecting the Image Quality Size 5 2 tete ect 114 File Nurnbers cute rc f tco tenido ov 115 Recording Still Images on a Memory 116 Selecting the Drive dac dere eS Ge Se 119 Selecting the Metering Method 230 cece dee eene ares gerer ees 121 Using an Optional Flash 5 2 t ll 122 Reviewing a Still Image Right after Recording sssssssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeneeree eren 123 Playing Back Still Images from a Memory 124 Erasing 46 EE Em meos 126 Protecting 7 127 Initializing a Memory Card _ 128 Print Order 7 ee eeaeee 129 Additional Information Settings Retained at Power Off or STANDBY 130 Screen Displays SA _
55. the component video signal INPUT gt L 4 AUDIO R S 51 Ld 100 Activate the HD SD SDI output and select the appropriate video output option HD or SD 1 Set the POWER dial to 2 Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select SDI OUTPUT and set it to ON 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 2 Using the COMPONENT OUT D Terminal Stereo Cable He Signal flow VIDEO L i 6 S S1 VIDEO 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 yoeqheldq DTC 1000 Component Video Cable supplied Signal flow gt 101 3 Using the HDV DV Terminal 1 gt 8 sex DV Cable commercially available 4 pin sm n When connecting the camcorder to a monitor TV that supports DV you may need to carry out a procedure on the TV to recognize the camera Refer to the instruction manual of the TV or monitor
56. tlie Galli 77 Setting the White 222222 raesent Donec IT adea LOU euin ae DEO cun 78 Using the Zebra 80 Using the Skin Detail Function 0 00000 0000000000000000000000000 22280000 nnn nnne enne rnnt nnn nnns 81 Using the Custom Preset ei 82 5 89 Using the Custom 90 Recording Color Bars Audio Reference Signal ccccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeaeeceeecaeeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeeeeesenneees 93 BEI BurAz lt Em 94 Using the Digital Video iaoiai 95 Other Camcorder Functions Settings sscan aeaa iaaii aanas 96 Playback Playing Back a Tape idet eda eden deen ane eee Fox ve e aee ER ene sue aae erba ede aue 98 Connecting to a Monitor TV ccccccceeeesceceeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeaeeeeeeaaeeeeeeceaeeceeaeeceseceeeeeseaaeeeeesceaeeeessaeeeseneeeseseneeeeeees 100 Audio Output inii reb tet D 104 Returning to a Pre marked nnne 105 Index Search iu EU Re E bt b E C eR bue 106 Date Seatch us ERU SERMONE REG RUNE NI NER ELEME ALLEE eee 107 Displaying
57. 0EX A30EX 550EX 580EX 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 flashes O When recording under very dark conditions as you keep the PHOTO button pressed halfway the AF assist lamp of the Speedlite flash may light on if recording with autofocus O The Speedlite flash will not go off when the drive mode is set to Auto Exposure Bracketing 122 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 KC coro n nw A Ww 6 MENU CAMERA SETUP REVIEW 2SEC 0031 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select REVIEW select a setting option and close the menu 2 OA still image is displayed as long as you hold the PHOTO button after recording 2 The still image operations menu appears when you press the SET button while you reviewing a still image or when you press the SET button right after recording In this menu you can protect 127 or erase 126 the image O REVIEW cannot be selected when Gi continuous shooting ly high speed continuous shooting or auto exposure bracketing is selected 123 Aowa e Buisf Playing Back Still Images from a Memory Card enm button me button
58. 2 button The data code appears Press the button again to hide the data code 92 Recording Color BarslAudio Reference Signal Color Bars You can generate and record SMPTE Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers color bars BARS FADE SELECT button BARS FADE ON OFF button Ix 2 1 Press the BARS FADE SELECT button to display COLOR BARS Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the options in the following order COLOR BARS WHITE FADE BLACK FADE no display e COLOR BARS starts flashing 2 Press the BARS FADE ON OFF button COLOR BARS stops flashing and the color bars appear Press the button again to deactivate the color bars Audio Reference Signal You can record a 1 kHz audio reference signal 12 dB or 20 dB along with the color bars ENS x 2 MENU e 0131 1 0010 sETUP j 1 kHz TONE OFF Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select 1kHz TONE select the audio signal and close the menu The selected audio reference signal sounds If you select OFF the current audio input microphone line in etc will be recorded as the audio signal 93 Using the Faders You can choose to fade to from white or to from black UM CARD Uu O _ 1 While recording or in record pause mode
59. 28 109 6 TAPE CARD switch 1 116 Start stop button 42 DCARD access indicator 116 Microphone locking screw 22 ZOOM SPEED switch Q 50 Strap mount 23 63ZOOM SPEED dial 50 XLR input terminals 65 66 05 Start stop button 42 2SHUTTER buttons M 72 COMPONENT OUT terminal 101 PHONES LEVEL dial Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 5 5 mm 0 2 in as it may damage the camcorder About 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 13 Top view ooomo pause button 98 DRIVE MODE button 119 9 Remote sensor 28 109 Handle zoom lever 50 QI stop button 98 110 E metering mode button 121 a Viewfinder locking screw 19 42 22 3 44 rewind button 98 button
60. 5 1 30 1 60 1 75 1 90 1 100 1 120 1 150 1 180 1 210 1 250 1 300 1 360 1 420 1 500 1 600 1 720 1 840 1 1000 1 1200 1 1400 1 1700 1 2000 1 2300 1 2600 1 3000 1 4000 1 8000 1 15000 CS clear scan 24F Frame rate 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 24 1 48 1 60 1 75 1 90 1 100 1 120 1 150 1 180 1 210 1 250 1 300 1 360 1 420 1 500 1 600 1 720 1 840 1 1000 1 1200 1 1400 1 1700 1 2000 1 2300 1 2600 1 3000 1 4000 1 8000 1 15000 CS clear scan CAMERA CARD 1 4 1 8 1 15 1 30 1 60 1 75 1 90 1 100 1 120 1 150 1 180 1 210 1 250 1 300 1 360 1 420 1 500 Aperture with the HD 20x L IS lens 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 CLOSE Only with the HD 20x L IS Lens amp a bw Lav nio 1 Set the POWER dial to M The exposure indicator appears 2 Select the aperture with the IRIS dial You can select the direction in which turning the IRIS dial will adjust the aperture values using the IRIS DIAL option of the 5 5 submenu 3 Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER A or V button 74 Adjusting the Exposure EXP LOCK button POWER dial GAIN dial SHUTTER A button SHUTTER V button IRIS dial Exposure Lock NM 1 Set the POWER dial to A Tv or Av 2 Press the
61. 8 Using the Programmed AE Modes Programmed auto exposure modes provide advanced automated recording techniques ensuring professional results in various shooting conditions Selecting the Programmed AE Modes Press the button and turn the POWER dial The symbol of the selected mode appears DA Do not change the mode during recording as the brightness of the image may change abruptly Recording The camcorder automatically controls the focus shutter speed aperture gain white balance and AE Shift allowing you to simply point and shoot This mode locks all of these features and options making them fixed and unadjustable AJAuto Like the Easy Recording mode the camcorder automatically controls camera adjustments allowing you to simply point and shoot However in the Auto mode you have the option of adjusting the settings manually Tv Shutter Priority 72 Use this mode to select the shutter speed The camcorder automatically sets a matching aperture setting 69 Av Aperture Priority 73 Use this mode to select between 7 aperture settings from f 1 6 to f 9 5 or to full iris close and the camcorder automatically sets a matching shutter speed This mode allows for the best control of depth of field M Manual 74 This mode offers the creative freedom of a complete range of manual controls In the Manual m
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63. A BP 970G Battery Pack 0972B002AA DC 920 DC Coupler 8033A001AA CB 920 Car Battery Adapter 8034A002AA BP 950G Battery Pack 0971B002AA CH 910 Dual Battery Charger Holder 3036A002AA 55 1000 Shoulder Strap D81 1220 000 ZR 2000 Zoom Remote Controller 0973B002AA WL D5000 Wireless Controller D83 0730 000 TA 100 Tripod Adapter 9859A001AA Adapter holder D82 0780 000 Extender XL 1 6x 3163A002AA EF Adapter XL 3162A002AA Additional accessories supplied with the Lens 3x Zoom Lens XL 3 4 10 2mm 3159A002AA Set Kit 16x Zoom Lens XL 5 4 86 4mm 7122A002AA HD 20x LIS Il Lens D51 0361 000 20x L IS Lens 9825A002AA gt Lens Hood D52 0290 000 FS 72U Filter Set 3093A002AA 3 Lens Soft Case D81 1490 000 RC 72 Ratio Converter 0553B001AA m Q HC 3200 System Case 9826A001AA ga DVM CL DV Cleaning Cassette 3134A002AA FU 1000 Monochrome Viewfinder 4252A001AA FU 2000 Color Viewfinder Unit 0974B002AA 151 Specifications XL H1 System Video Recording System Rotary head helical scanning digital component recording High Definition Video 1080i Consumer digital VCR SD system I lt Audio Recording System MPEG 1 audio layer 2 MPEG 2 audio layer 2 16 bit 48 kHz Transfer rate 384 kbps 2CH PCM digital sound 16 bit 48 KHz 2CH or 12 bit 32 KHz ACH Television System High Definition Video HDV 1080 60i EIA standard 525 lines 60 fields NTSC color signal age ge Image Sensor 1 3 inch CCD x 3 horizontal pixel shift
64. CH1 3 2 4 when adjusting the level 3 Turn the respective CH1 CH2 CH3 or CH4 dial to adjust the audio level We recommend using headphones when adjusting the audio level If the input level is too high 4524 audio may become distorted even if the audio level indicator is displaying an appropriate level O 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 AUD M SET set it to LINE OUT and close the menu If you wish to monitor audio in real time select NORMAL In either setting the audio and video signals recorded on tape will be synchronized 67 Image Stabilizer Lenses Equipped with Image Stabilizer You can select to activate or turn off the image stabilizer depending on the recording conditions L 7 STABILIZER ON OFF switch Move the STABILIZER ON OFF switch to OFF The image stabilizer cannot be turned off in the C Easy Recording mode We recommend turning off the image stabilizer when mounting the camcorder tripod 729 EP j 474 image stabilizer is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake O The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching an optional Extender O CAMERA CARD The image stabilizer will be activated while half pressing the PHOTO button to lock the autofocus 6
65. DEO terminal O In fast forward playback rewind playback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV mode the picture may be distorted xyoeqKeld 103 Audio Output AUDIO2 RCA terminals SET button SELECT dial MENU button TAPE NEN 4 1 Selecting the Audio Output of the RCA Terminals _ Press the AUDIO MONITOR button Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the options in the following sequence CH f CH and CH CH B Selecting the Audio Channels el MENU 0131 Open the menu select AUDIO SETUP Select SEL AUDIO CH select a setting option and close the menu AUDIO SETUP SEL AUDIO CH CH CH Selecting the Audio Mix MENU 1131 AUDIO SETUP MIX SELECT VARIABLE 1 Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select MIX SELECT set it to VARIABLE or FIXED and close the menu 2 If you selected VARIABLE adjust the mix balance with the MIX BALANCE 1 2 and CH3 4 buttons on the wireless controller 104 Returning to a Pre marked Position If 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 ry Beso amp REW 49 button ZERO SET MEMORY button STOP button
66. E select a setting option and close the menu Displaying the Data Code _ ED Press the DATA CODE button on the wireless controller OA The data code will not display the next time you turn on the camcorder 22 Six Second Auto __ The date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback or to indicate that the date or time zone has changed MENU DISPLAY SETUP 6SEC DATE OFF 0031 Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select 6SEC DATE set it to ON and close the menu 108 Changing the Remote Sensor Mode Two remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby BENNETT ME Turning the Remote Sensor Off MENU 0031 SYSTEM W WL REMOTE CD 1 Open the menu and select SYSTEM Select WL REMOTE set it to OFF amp and close the menu 6 appears Changing the Remote Sensor Mode MENU CL131 1 On the camcorder open the menu and select SYSTEM 1 Select WL REMOTE set it to 2 and close the menu The selected mode appears for a few seconds 2 On the wireless controller press and hold the REMOTE SET button Press the ZOOM T button for mode 2 Keep the button pressed for over 2 seconds If you have set the camcorder to mode 1 press the ZOOM W button for mode 1 SYSTEM
67. E and Select YES All 2 disappear 3 Close the menu CARD OPERATIONS PRINT ORDERS ALL ERASE 129 Aioway Buisf Settings Retained at Power Off or STANDBY Mode The following list shows the settings that are retained when you turn the power off or press the STANDBY button If the built in lithium button battery has become depleted all settings will be erased Recording Mode Changing the MODE Power Off STANDBY Mode SELECT switch between HD and SD Aperture setting in Av mode Reset Shutter speed setting in Tv mode O Reset Aperture shutter speed setting in Manual mode O Reset Custom white balance O Exposure lock on off Returns to off O Reset Aperture shutter speed setting during exposure lock Reset O Reset Color bars setting Reset Color bars on off Reset Q Faders setting Reset Faders on off Reset Q MENU settings MENU settings O TV SCREEN on off O EVF display Returns to normal display O Side panel light Returns to off Zero set memory O Not available for recording still images on the memory card 130 The following list shows the settings that are retained when you change the programmed AE mode or frame rate Recording Mode E When you change to a recording program When you change to When you change the o
68. EL SKIN DETAIL OFF LOW 5 MIDDLE amp 81 HIGH Q F SPEED LOW MIDDLE HIGH 54 FB AF ADJUST 26 MF ADJUST 26 SET DEFAULT 27 FOCUS PRI ON OFF 117 REVIEW OFF 2 sec 4 sec 6 sec 8 sec 10 sec 123 1 Can only be selected when a lens with focus preset function is mounted 37 CARD CAMERA MENU Submenu Menu Item Setting Options Ln CUSTOM PRESET EDIT SELECT CP 1 PRESET_A 2 PRESET_B 82 3 PRESET_C 4 PRESET_D 5 PRESET_E 6 PRESET_E TUNE RENAME PROTECT RESET RETURN KNEE AUTO LOW MIDDLE HIGH BLACK STRETCH MIDDLE PRESS SHARPNESS _ 9 9 H DTL FREQ LOW MIDDLE HIGH DTL HV 9 9 BALANCE CORING 9 9 COLOR GAIN 9 9 COLOR PHASE 9 9 R GAIN 9 9 G GAIN 9 9 B GAIN 9 9 RG MATRIX 9 9 RB MATRIX 9 9 GR MATRIX 9 9 GB MATRIX 9 9 BR MATRIX 9 9 BG MATRIX 9 9 a SELECT CP 87 SAVE POSITION EXECUTE RETURN q 8 IMPORT 87 SELECT POSITION EXECUTE RETURN RECORDING IMG QUALITY SUPER FINE 4 FINE NORMAL 114 SETUP IMAGE SIZE LW 1920x1080 SW 848x480 L 1440x1080 S 640x480 114 FILE NOS RESET CONTINUOUS 115 AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN ON X OFF 64 R XLR GAINUP OFF 12dB 64 66 38 CARD CAMERA MENU Submenu Menu
69. EXP LOCK button The exposure indicator appears Use the exposure indicator as an estimate V mark above the indicator denotes the automatic exposure setting The mark of the indicator denotes the current exposure setting within 2 stops beyond 2 stops the marker will blink Changing the Aperture after Exposure Lock P You can select from 21 aperture settings with the HD 20x L IS lens The setting can be adjusted in 1 4 stop steps However only the following numbers are displayed on the screen F1 6 F2 0 F2 8 F4 0 F5 6 F8 0 F9 5 CLOSE Select the aperture with the IRIS dial Changing the Shutter Speed after Exposure Lock You can select from 13 shutter speeds with the HD 20x L IS lens Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER A or V button Changing the Gain after Exposure Lock You can select from 6 gain levels 1 Press the GAIN dial so that it pops out 2 Turn the GAIN dial to adjust the level The selected level appears 75 Using AE Shift You can use the AE Shift control to manually override the automatic exposure system to darken or lighten the image Select from 13 AE levels 42 0 1 5 1 0 0 75 0 5 0 25 0 0 25 0 5 0 75 1 0 1 5 2 0 AE SHIFT dial POWER dial dl EVM 1 Set the POWER dial to A Tv or Av 2 Turn the AE SHIFT dial to adjust the level The selected level appears 76 Adjusti
70. FULL No remaining capacity on the memory card Replace with another card or _ erase images NAMING ERROR The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE Image is not recorded with JPEG compression or with a compression not _ compatible with the camcorder or the image file is corrupted THE CARD IS SET FOR SD memory card is set for erasure prevention Replace the card or change the 30 ERASURE PREVENTION position of the protect switch INCORRECT TAPE You attempted to play back a tape recorded in a standard different than the one STANDARD PLAYBACK IS to which is the camcorder is set RESTRICTED THE MEMORY CARD COVER Close the memory card cover 30 IS OPEN HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS You mounted a lens that does not support HDV recording 24 THIS LENS HAS NO STILL You mounted a lens that does not support still images recording 24 SHOOTING CAPABILITY INCOMPATIBLE INPUT You attempted to input a video signal incompatible with the camcorder for 410 SIGNAL example 720p PLAYBACK STD LOCKED When the playback standard is already set in the camcorder you attempted to 98 PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED play back a tape in a video standard different from that set PLAYBACK STD LOCKED When the playback standard is already set in the camcorder you attempted to 410 INCOMPATIBLE VIDEO INPUT input a video signal in a standard different from that set COPYRIGHT PROTECTED You attempted to play back a copyright protected tape 111 PLAYBACK
71. G SETUP P IMAGE SIZE 1440 1080 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select IMAGE SIZE select a setting option and close the menu O Still images are recorded on the memory card using JPEG compression O Number of still images that can be recorded on a memory image Size Image Number of Images File Size per Quality 16MB 128MB 512MB Image LW Super Fine 9 90 365 1390kB 1920 x 1080 Fine 14 135 550 930kB Normal 25 265 1080 480kB SW Super Fine 45 455 1845 280kB 848 x 480 Fine 70 645 2615 200kB Normal 140 1295 5230 100kB L Super Fine 10 120 485 1050kB 1440 x 1080 15 180 725 710kB Normal 35 350 1425 360kB S Super Fine 65 595 2410 210kB 640 x 480 Fine 95 865 3485 150kB Normal 170 1555 6280 80kB These figures are approximate They vary according to the recording condition and the subject The total number of still images that can be recorded will decrease if you store custom preset files on the card 114 File Numbers Still images are automatically assigned file numbers from 0101 to 9900 and stored in folders containing up to 100 images Folders are numbered from 101 to 998 RESET The file number will be reset each time a new memory card is inserted If the memory card already contains image files the consecutive file number will be assigned CONTINUOUS The camcorder memorizes the file number of the
72. IEEE1394 compliant input output GENLOCK Terminal BNC jack input only 1 Vp p 75 ohms TC IN Terminal BNC jack input only 0 5 V 1 8 Vp p 10 kohms TC OUT Terminal BNC jack output only 1 Vp p 75 ohms Headphone Terminal 23 5 mm stereo mini jack 23 5 dBv 16 ohm load 50 ohms LANC Terminal 22 5 mm stereo mini jack Power Others Power supply rated 7 4 V battery pack Power consumption 7 8 W recording with autofocus HD 20x LIS Lens mounted HD mode Operating temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F Dimensions W x H x D 226 x 220 x 496 mm 8 9 x 8 7 x 19 5 in Weight camcorder body only fully loaded 2435 g 5 4 Ib 3750 g 8 3 Ib Lens Some lens specifications change as shown below when mounting on the XL H1 Field Size at Closest View Focusing Distance Wide Angle Telephoto Wide Angle Telephoto HD 20x L IS Lens 39 51 x 30 29 4 3 2 05 x 1 34 4 3 20 mm 1 m 51 36 x 30 29 16 9 2 46 x 1 34 16 9 47 7 x 35 4 mm 4 3 64 8 x 35 4 mm 16 9 52 9 x 39 7 mm 4 3 70 5 x 39 7 mm 16 9 20x L IS Lens 39 51 x 30 29 4 3 51 36 x 30 29 16 9 2 05 x 1 34 4 3 2 46 x 1 34 16 9 20 mm 47 7 x 35 4 mm 4 3 64 8 x 35 4 mm 16 9 1 m 52 9 x 39 7 mm 4 3 70 5 x 39 7 mm 16 9 16x Manual Zoom Lens 39 51 x 30 29 4 3 51 36 x 30 29 16 9
73. IS RESTRICTED COPYRIGHT PROTECTED You attempted to dub a copyright protected tape May also appear when an DUBBING RESTRICTED anomalous signal is received during analog line in recording or during analog 111 digital conversion of a copyright protected tape 136 MaintenancelOthers Camcorder Handling Precautions not carry the camcorder by the viewfinder the microphone or its cable ODo not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures such as a sun heated car and high humidity not use the camcorder in places subject to magnetic or electric 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 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 OAvoid sudden changes in temperature Moving the camcorder
74. MA AREA Y LEVEL SKIN DETAIL OFF LOW MIDDLE 6 81 HIGH amp F SPEED PSET LOW MIDDLE HIGH 54 CLEAR SCAN 89 FB AF ADJUST 26 MF ADJUST 26 SET DEFAULT 27 1 Cannot be selected in Standard Definition SD if the frame rate is set to 24F 2 Can only be selected when a lens with focus preset function is mounted 32 CAMERA MENU Submenu Menu Item Setting Options Ln CUSTOM PRESET EDIT SELECT CP 1 PRESET_A 2 PRESET_B 82 3 PRESET_C 4 PRESET_D 5 PRESET_E 6 PRESET_E TUNE RENAME PROTECT RESET RETURN GAMMA NORMAL CINE1 CINE2 KNEE AUTO LOW MIDDLE HIGH BLACK STRETCH MIDDLE PRESS MASTER PED 9 9 SETUP LEVEL 9 9 SHARPNESS 9 9 H DTL FREQ LOW MIDDLE HIGH DTL HV 9 9 BALANCE CORING 9 9 NR1 OFF LOW MIDDLE HIGH NR2 OFF LOW MIDDLE HIGH COLOR MAT NORMAL CINE1 CINE2 COLOR GAIN 9 9 COLOR PHASE 9 9 y R GAIN 9 9 G GAIN 9 9 a B GAIN xu 5 RGMATRIX _ 9 9 MATRIX 9 9 GRMATRIX 9 9 GB MATRIX 9 9 BRMATRIX 9 9 BG MATRIX 9 9 s 1 SELECT CP 87 SAVE POSITION EXECUTE RETURN IMPORT 87 SELECT POSITION EXECUTE RETURN 33 CAMERA MENU Only in Standard Definition SD
75. ON OFF 96 CHAR REC ON OFF 96 DV CONTROL ON Bz OFF 95 IRIS DIAL UP OPEN DOWN OPEN 73 34 VCR PLAY MENU Only in Standard Definition SD Submenu Menu Item Setting Options Ln SIGNAL SETUP TIME CODE FRAME DROP NON DROP 58 SETTNG COUNT UP REC RUN REC RUN PS 58 FREE RUN START VALUE SET RESET 58 PLAYBACK STD AUTO HDV DV 98 T CODE OUT ON OFF 60 COMP OUT 480i 10801i 480i 101 SDI OUTPUT ON OFF 101 SDI SPEC AUTO SD LOCKED 101 AV DV ON OFF 112 HD DOWN CONV ON OFF 102 RECORDING REC MODE SP LP 96 SETUP UB SELECT 00 00 00 00 TIME DATE 62 IMG QUALITY SUPER FINE 4 FINE NORMAL 114 HD STILL SIZ LW 1920x1080 SW 848x480 114 FILE NOS RESET CONTINUOUS 115 AUDIO SETUP SEL AUDIO CH CH QB CH CH QB CH CH HD CH 104 MIX SELECT VARIABLE FIXED 104 AUDIO MODE 48kHz 2CH 32kHz 2CH 32kHz 4CH 63 WIND SCREEN ON 519 OFF 64 R XLR GAINUP OFF 12dB 64 66 1 Cannot be selected in Standard Definition SD if the frame rate is set to 24F HD DOWN CONVERT Selects whether to down convert the video signal output from the HDV DV terminal while playing back a tape recorded in HDV standard Standard ofthe tape HD DOWN CONV PLAYBACK STD Setting being played back Setting AUTO HDV DV HDV ON DV DV No output OFF HDV HDV No output DV ON DV No output DV OFF DV No output DV OThe down con
76. ONO position the same monaural audio signal will be recorded on channels 1 and 2 f necessary turn on the microphone attenuator 20 dB by setting the FRONT MIC ATT switch to ATT When Connecting to the RCA terminals of AUDIO1 Line in Recording 1 Connect the device to the RCA terminals of AUDIO1 2 Set the INPUT SELECT switch to AUDIO1 64 When Connecting to the XLR terminals 1 Connect a microphone to the XLR terminals To supply a microphone with phantom power set the 48V switch to ON Make sure to connect the microphone first before turning on the phantom power Keep the microphone connected when turning off the phantom power 2 Set the INPUT SELECT switch to REAR 3 Set the REC SELECT switch to CH1 or CH1 CH2 Input terminal Position of the REC CH SELECT switch Recorded channel CH1 3 CH1 Channel 1 CH1 CH2 Channel 1 Channel 2 CH2 4 CH1 Channel 2 CH1 CH2 Um 4 Set the LINE MIC switch to the appropriate position depending on the input signal The setting of the LINE MIC switch applies simultaneously to channels 1 and 2 If necessary turn on the microphone attenuator 20 dB by setting the MIC ATT switch to ATT The microphone attenuator will only be effective when the LINE MIC switch is set to MIC For 12dB gain up Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select R XLR GAINUP set it to 12dB and close the menu When connecting a microphone that does
77. PUB DIM 720 Canon HD VIDEO CAMERA RECORDER Instruction Manual English CAM SCOPE ET LECTEUR VID O HD F Manuel d instruction 810215 VIDEOC MARA Y GRABADORA HD 5 Manual de Instrucciones P Mini Digital m Video Cassette Important Usage Instructions WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY COPYRIGHT WARNING Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws Digital Video Camcorder XL H1A Systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful in
78. 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 152 Input Output Terminals S video Terminal 1 Vp p 75 ohms Y signal 0 286 Vp p 75 ohms C signal Video Terminal RCA jack BNC jack 1 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced HD SD SDI Terminal BNC jack output only 0 8 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced SDI 480 601 SMPTE 259M HD SDI SMPTE 292M COMPONENT OUT Terminal 10801 D3 576i D1 compatible Audio Out Terminals RCA jack L R 2 sets 10 dBv 47 kohm load full scale 12 dB 3 kohms or less unbalanced Audio In Terminals FRONT MIC 23 5 stereo mini jack unbalanced ATT 20 dB 55 dBv Auto mode 600 ohms Max 67 dBv Manual mode max volume AUDIO 1 2 RCA jack unbalanced 10 dBv 47 kohms REAR XLR jack pint shield pin2 hot pin3 cold 20 dB 54 dBv Auto mode 600 ohms LINE MIC switch set to MIC 0 dBv Auto mode 600 ohms LINE MIC switch set to LINE Max 1 66 dBv Auto mode REAR MIC Gain Up 12 dB Max 2 66 dBv Manual mode max volume Max 3 78 dBv Manual mode max volume REAR MIC Gain Up 12 dB HDV DV Terminal Special 4 pin connector
79. STOM KEYS ON OFF 90 DATA CODE DATE TIME DATE amp TIME CAMERA DATA 108 CAM amp D T LANGUAGE ENGLISH x 97 SYSTEM CUSTOM KEY 1 TV SCREEN DATA CODE EVF BW MODE NONE 91 CUSTOM KEY 2 TV SCREEN DATA CODE EVF BW MODE NONE WL REMOTE 1 2 OFF a 109 D TIME SET T ZONE DST 41 DATE TIME 41 DATE FORMAT 97 LED ON OFF ON OFF 96 FIRMWARE UPDATE 40 Setting the Time Zone Date and Time Set the time zone date and time when you first start using your camcorder or if the built in rechargeable battery has completely discharged Setting the Time Zone Daylight Saving Time 5 31 1 Press the MENU button 2 Turn the SELECT dial to select SYSTEM and press the SET button 3 Select D TIME SET 7 and then select T ZONE DST and press the SET button The time zone setting appears The default setting is New York 4 Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press the SET button To adjust for daylight saving time select the time zone with the gt next to the area SYSTEM 2 D TIME SET 2 T ZONE DST N Y Setting the Date and Time NY MENU 0431 5 Select D TIME SET 1 and press the SET button The year display starts flashing 6 Turn the SELECT dial to select the year and press the SET button The next part of the display starts flashing Set the mont
80. STRICTED appears and you will not be able to view the contents of the tape If you attempt to record from such tape via the DV terminal COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED appears and you will not be able to record the contents of the tape AS We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet as 111 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 TAPE 4 Tv Av M 6 31 SIGNAL SETUP AV DV OFF Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select DV set it to ON and close the menu Wn O Depending on the signal sent from the connected device the conversion from analog to digital 4 signals might not work properly e g signals that include copyright protective signals anomalous signals such as ghost signals For normal use set AV DV to OFF If it is set to ON digital signals cannot be input via the camcorder s HDV DV terminal O Depending on the software and the specifications of your computer you may not be able to transfer converted signals via the HDV DV terminal AS O We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet Za You can also press the AV DV button on the wireless controller Repeatedly pressing t
81. _ 132 List of Messages EE C O essem 136 MaintenancejOthelsl 989998 898 99st 137 Troubleshootitils MER 4 ED dme nnn nnn 144 System Diagramp _ _ 147 Optional Accessories eee 149 Specifications 98 ______ 152 155 Audio Block 157 Checking the Supplied Accessories Body Kit CA 920 Compact DC 920 DC Coupler BP 950G Battery Pack SDC 16M SD Memory WL D5000 Wireless Power Adapter Card Controller Lh A Y Camcorder Dust Cap SS 1000 Shoulder Strap Stereo Cable E DTC 1000 Component Video Cable Additional Accessories Supplied with the Lens Kit Canon HD Video 5 4 108 mm L IS II Zoom Lens with soft case Lens Cap Lens Dust Cap Lens Hood The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder Write down the number and other information here and retain this book a
82. ack down to remove it 16 Using a Household Power Outlet 1 Turn the POWER 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 power adapter 4 Plug the power cord into a power outlet Connect the DC coupler to the 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 in battery is recharged every time you use the camcorder However when you use the camcorder for only short times or do not use it for a period of over 3 months it will become totally depleted In that case recharge the built in battery by powering the camcorder from a power outlet and leaving it with the POWER dial set to OFF for at least 24 hours Wn O Disconnect the DC coupler from the power adapter when charging a battery pack 4 off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter O If the adapter is used close to a TV it may cause picture interference Move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable O Do not connect to the power adapter any products not expressly recomm
83. amcorder 97 Playing Back a Tape If the playback picture is distorted clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette 138 Select a playback standard according to the tape you wish to play back REC SEARCH buttons REW lt lt PLAY FF lt tl STOP 1 gt 000 SLOWI gt x2 oT veh Av 1 Set the POWER 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 HDV gt Il Playback Pause To pause playback press the Il button on the camcorder or the PAUSE button on the wireless controller during normal playback 4 Rewind Playback Fast Forward Playback Press down and hold the 4 or gt gt button on the camcorder or the REW 44 or FF gt gt button on the wireless controller during normal playback rewind or fast forward to enter the fast playback at 8x the normal playback speed 4 1 Reverse Playback Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback Press the play button to return to normal playback 98 Frame Advance Plays back frame by frame Repeatedly press the button on the 1 wireless controller during playback pause Hold the
84. ape OHandle cassettes with care Do not drop or subject them to severe impact as this may damage the cassettes OWith 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 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 If you load a protected cassette in recording mode the message THE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION appears for approx 4 seconds and px c starts flashing If you wish to record on that cassette slide the tab back to the right Memory Card OTo 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 computer may not operate correctly OWe recommend saving backups of memory card images on 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 Inc makes no warranties for corrupted or lost data ODo not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fie
85. aster pedestal level in the range 9 to 9 Setup Level SET only in CAMERA mode Adjust the setup level in the range 9 to 9 Depending on the value set for the master pedestal PED the setup level may not be able to take a negative value In that case adjusting the setup value within a certain value range will have no effect Sharpness SHP Adjust the sharpness level in the range 9 to 9 Horizontal Detail Frequency HDF You can select from HIGH MIDDLE or LOW Horizontal Vertical Detail Balance DHV Adjust the horizontal vertical detail balance in the range 9 only horizontal to 9 only vertical Coring COR Adjust the detail noise level in the range 9 to 9 Noise Reduction 1 NR1 only in CAMERA mode You can select from OFF HIGH MIDDLE or LOW With the HI GH setting moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage When picture noise is already low due to the gain settings the noise reduction function may not be noticeable Noise Reduction 2 NR2 only in CAMERA mode Results in an effect similar to applying the skin detail function over the whole picture You can select from OFF HIGH MIDDLE or LOW Unlike with the setting a trailing afterimage will not appear Color Matrix CMX only in CAMERA mode You can select from NORMAL CINE 1 or CINE2 Color Gain CGN Adjust the color saturation lev
86. at wide angle When you are using a lens with built in ND filter turn it on off according to the screen display 55 O When recording under dark conditions the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear 424 blurred O In 30F and 24F mode autofocus takes longer than in the 60i mode O Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects In that case focus manually Reflective surfaces Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines Fast moving subjects Through dirty or wet windows Night scenes Manual focus EVF PEAKING EVF MAGNIFYING buttons gt AF switch POSITION PRESET ON SET switch Focus selector TAPE CARD molum EY A JO 1 Lenses equipped with autofocus function Slide the focus selector on the lens to M MF is displayed on screen Zoom in to telephoto Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus Operate the zoom to reframe the subject If you focus manually and then leave the camcorder with the power turned on you may lose the focus on your subject This possible slight shift in focus is due to a rise in temperature in the camcorder interior and the lens Check the focus before resuming shooting or adjust the flange back as necessary 26 A Temporary Autofocus eee ee eee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee ee Cee eee eee eee eee ee ee ee eee eee eee eee eee ee eT Cee eee eee ee eee eee eee eee eee ee er Press the gt AF switch on th
87. ate and Time MENU 34 OAvailable functions depend on the operating mode and are indicated as follows Function can be used in this mode Function cannot be used in this mode Trademark Acknowledgements Canonis a registered trademark of Canon Inc is a trademark HDV and the logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan Ltd JVC is a trademark Windows is either a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies About the HD HDV and SD DV Specifications Throughout the manual we will distinguish between the video signal standards used by the camera section of the XL H1 and the recording standards used by the recorder section of the XL H1 The video signal can be set to HD high definition or SD standard definition specifications The recording standard on the tape will be HDV high definition or DV respectively Camera Section HD SD A 4 HD SD SDI Terminal HD SD Recorder Section HDV DV gt HDV DV Terminal HDV DV A Playback Signal HDV DV Contents Introduction Important Usage INStrUCHONS RP M 2 Im
88. ay You can select to display the zoom position as a normal zoom bar or to display a numeric value instead M M MENU setup IND 34 DISPLAY SETUP ZOOM IND BAR Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select ZOOM IND set it to BAR or NUMBER and close the menu 51 Adjusting the Focus The camcorder can be set to Autofocus or Manual Focus To make it easier to focus manually you can also make use of the Peaking and Magnifying display functions 53 If you are not using the HD 20x L IS Lens refer also to the instruction manual of the lens you are using gt AF switch Focus ring Focus selector amp 5 E 2 Autofocus Lenses equipped with the autofocus function Autofocus is set when the focus selector on the lens is set to AF The camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system with a focusing range of 2 cm 0 8 in at wide angle from the front of the lens barrel to co The camcorder focuses on the subject in the center of the screen Temporary Focus Override with the HD 20x L IS Lens Turn the focus ring during autofocus to focus manually The camcorder will return to autofocus as soon as you release the focus ring When recording under bright conditions the camcorder sets a small aperture value and the picture 2 may appear blurred This may be more noticeable
89. button pressed down to enter the continuous frame advance playback I gt Slow Forward Plays back at about 1 3 normal speed Press the SLOW button on the wireless controller during normal reverse playback Press the play button to return to normal playback gt Playback Pause To pause playback press the Il button on the camcorder or the PAUSE button on the wireless controller during normal playback 4 Rewind Playback gt Fast Forward Playback Plays back the tape at 9 5 times normal speed forward or reverse Press down and hold the lt lt or gt gt button on the camcorder or the REW 44 or FF gt button on the wireless controller during normal playback rewind or fast forward to enter the fast playback at 8x the normal playback speed 4 Frame Reverse Frame Advance Plays back frame by frame Press the or button on the wireless controller repeatedly during playback pause Hold the button pressed down to enter the continuous frame advance reverse playback I Slow Reverse 1 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 x1 Reverse Playback Press the lt button on the wireless controller during normal playback Press the play button to return to normal playback xyoeqKeld 4 x2 Reverse x2 Playback 2
90. charged the camcorder retains the custom Za white balance setting even if you turn it off When you set the custom white balance very rarely and depending the light source may keep flashing The result will still be better than with the auto setting O Perform the custom white balance setting procedure in a sufficiently well lit place O Readjust the custom white balance if you turn the built in ND filter on off or when the light source has changed O 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 83 O 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 Recording with Preset Custom White Balance 1 Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than 2 Turn the WHITE BALANCE dial to select a preset number The preset custom white balance is activated 79 Using the Zebra Pattern This camcorder has a zebra pattern feature that shows black and white diagonal stripes over the area that is overexposed The zebra pattern is only displayed on the screen and will not affect your recordings The zebra pattern will not be displayed while using the EVF P
91. corded to the memory card A Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card GP 120 Selecting the Metering Method s EVALUATIVE Appropriate for standard shooting conditions including backlit scenes The camcorder divides images into several zones for light metering It evaluates the position and brightness of the subject background direct light or backlight and adjusts the exposure of the main subject accordingly L CENT WEIGHT AVERAGE Averages the light metered from the entire screen giving more weight to the subject in the center s SPOT Meters the area within the spot AE point frame 2 button v carp m 1 Set the POWER dial to A Tv Av M and move the TAPE CARD switch to 9 2 Press the 5 button The setting changes with each press of the button The symbol of the currently selected setting is displayed f you selected L SPOT the AE point frame C appears in the center of the screen Aowa e Buisf 121 Using an Optional Flash You can use compatible Canon Speedlite flashes designed for use with Canon SLR cameras including the 420EX 430EX 550EX 580EX models to record natural still images under low light conditions Refer also to the instruction manual of the Speedlite flash Connecting a Speedlite Flash Y O When connecting a Canon Speedl
92. cters 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 F If a user bit is being received along with an external time code you can also choose to record the external user bit on tape 5 2 31 1 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select UB SELECT select a setting option and press the SET button If you selected 00 00 00 00 the user bit set reset options appear continue with the procedure below Otherwise close the menu RECORDING SETUP UB 00 00 00 00 If you selected 00 00 00 00 2 Select SET The first part of the display 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 way 4 Close the menu To reset the user bit to OO 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 DV or HDV Displaying the User Bit oo 24 5 00 31 PESPLAY SETUP UB DISPLAY OFF Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select UB DISPLAY set it t
93. ctions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance This indicates a need for service 20 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are 21 required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order When replacement of power supply is required please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA 920 The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapter for overseas use Using this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon XL H1 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 the Troubleshooting table 144 Conventions Used in this Manual
94. d Continuous pressed down For the number of frames per second refer to the table below Zh AEB The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures dark Auto Exposure Bracketing normal light in 1 2 EV steps Single Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button DRIVE MODE button Tare MENS EON Oo Changing the Drive Mode 1 Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than and move the TAPE CARD switch to O 2 Press the DRIVE MODE button to switch between the drive modes The setting changes with each press of the button 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 Maximum number of continuous shots at one time 5 Still Image Size Frames per Second Maximum Number of Normal speed High speed Continuous Shots LW 1920 x 1080 3 frames 5 frames 30 images 3 SW 848 x 480 3 frames 5 frames 60 images 3 L 1440 x 1080 3 frames 5 frames 30 images 9 S 640 x 480 3 frames 5 frames 60 images a These figures are approximate and vary with the recording conditions and subjects Sufficient space on the memory card is required Continuous shooting stops when card is full 118 Auto Exposure Bracketing Press the PHOTO button Three still images in different exposures are re
95. ditions guarantees or representations Any recovery under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the product Canon Canada does not assume or authorize any other person to assume for Canon Canada any other liability with respect to this Canon product This warranty does not extend to any person other than the original purchaser of this Canon product or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift and states your exclusive remedy NOTICE TO CONSUMER If you plan to take important videos or if the product has not been used for some time please check all functions with the instruction book before using it 160 Canon CANON INC U S A CANADA MEXICO CENTRO Y CANON U S A INC NEW JERSEY OFFICE 100 Jamesburg Road Jamesburg NJ 08831 USA CANON U S A INC CHICAGO OFFICE 100 Park Blvd Itasca IL 60143 USA CANON U S A INC LOS ANGELES OFFICE 15955 Alton Parkway Irvine CA 92618 USA CANON U S A INC HONOLULU OFFICE 210 Ward Avenue Suite 200 Honolulu HI 96814 USA If you have any questions call the Canon U S A Information Center toll free at 1 800 828 4040 U S A only CANON CANADA INC NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 6390 Dixie Road Mississauga Ontario L5T 1P7 CANON CANADA INC CALGARY 2828 16th Street N E Calgary Alberta T2E 7K7 CANON CANADA INC MONTREAL 5990 C te de Liesse Quebec HAT 1V7 If you have any questions call the Canon Canada Information Center toll free at 1 800 82
96. e In this mode you can monitor the picture on the screen If you press only the button recording will start immediately 7 Connected device Play back the tape 8 Press the button or the PAUSE II button on the wireless controller when the scene you wish to record appears Recording starts 9 Press the button to stop recording 10 Connected device Stop playback HDV DVIn 1 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 102 2 Set the POWER dial to X and load a blank cassette Connected device Load the recorded cassette or disc 4 Press the 6 and II 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 If you press only the button recording will start immediately 5 Connected device Start the playback 6 Press the II button or the PAUSE II button on the wireless controller when the scene you wish to record appears Recording starts 7 Press the W button to stop recording 8 Connected device Stop playback 110 Recording is not possible unless the PLAYBACK STD option is to AUTO 35 RA Copyright Signal Certain software tapes are copyright protected If you attempt to play back such tape COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RE
97. e Av mode with F5 6 73 Screen cause a vertical light bar smear F8 0 appear This is not a malfunction Viewfinder picture is blurred Viewfinder is not adjusted Adjust the viewfinder with the 21 dioptric adjustment lever Audio is not recorded The INPUT SELECT switch is not set Set the INPUT SELECT switch to 64 to the correct position the correct position 66 The REC LEVEL switch is set to M Adjust the audio level correctly 67 and recording level is set too low Audio is recorded in a very low Microphone connected to the XLR Set the 48V switch to ON 64 level terminal needs to be powered by the 66 phantom power Microphone attenuator is turned Set the MIC ATT switch to OFF 64 66 Playback Problem Cause Solution Pressing the playback button does Camcorder is turned off or is not set Set the camcorder to VCR PLAY 98 not start playback to VCR PLAY mode mode Cassette is not loaded Load a cassette 29 Tape is running but image will not Video heads are dirty Clean the video heads 138 appear on the TV screen You attempted to play back or dub Stop playback dubbing copyright protected tape While playing back a tape recorded Video heads are dirty Clean the video heads 138 in HDV standard there are brief stops in the playback picture While connected to TV or monitor The HD DOWN CONV option is set Set the HD DOWN CONV option 35 with the COMPONENT OUT 0 to ON or the DISPLAYS optio
98. e code You can select between drop frame or non drop frame time code 58 Q Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes Es END flashes when the tape reaches the end When the time left is less than 15 seconds the remaining tape time may not appear Depending on the tape the indication may not be displayed correctly SHUTTER lamp Lights up when the shutter speed is changed from the following Remaining battery charge The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack C TE CT TN starts flashing in red when the battery pack is empty When you attach an empty battery pack the power may turn off without displaying CXI The actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately depending on the condition under which the battery pack and camcorder are used 60i 1 60 of a second 30F 1 30 of a second 24F 1 48 of a second 1 60 of a second REC lamp Lights up during recording The REC lamp starts flashing when the remaining tape is less than 5 minutes it does not flash when the remaining tape information is not displayed on the screen 6 lamp Lights up when the AGC auto gain control is set to 3 dB or 3 dB or higher 44 DA You can select the amount of information shown on the screen from full partial or no display 2 Repeatedly pres
99. e lens in the direction of AF and hold it The autofocus is activated as long as you hold the AF switch Y When using the AF switch make sure the POSITION PRESET switch is set to OFF I AS O When using an HDV compatible lens The focal distance to the subject will be displayed for approx F 3 seconds when you switch from autofocus to manual focus or when you operate the focus ring in the manual focus mode It will also be displayed with the focus preset You can select to display the focal distance in meter or ft The focal distance will not be displayed when the optional Extender XL 1 6x is attached to the camcorder O Use the distance display as an estimate When using a lens with a limited zoom range the accuracy display will appear grayed out Co Infinity focus Over infinity focus O The manual focus cannot be selected in the C Easy Recording mode Even if you set the focus selector on the lens to M the autofocus will still be activated Peaking and Magnifying Display Functions In order to make manual focusing easier you can use two display functions Peaking emphasizes the outlines of the subject creating a clearer contrast and Magnifying enlarges the viewfinder image You can also combine both for a greater effect 53 Peaking While recording or in record pause press the EVF PEAKING button The outlines of the subject will be emphasized Press the button again to cancel the fu
100. e shows a frame including 8096 or 9096 of the screen area Use it as an indication to accurately frame subjects carp 7 Tw Av 2 MENU 2131 Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select SAFETY ZONE set it to 80 or 90 and close the menu DISPLAY SETUP p gt SAFETY ZONE eee OFF 45 Reviewing the Recording record review button CARD Cm A Ww A 6 In record pause mode this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording to check if it has been recorded properly 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 which the tape was 24 recorded the recording will not be played back correctly 46 Selecting the Signal Standard HDISD MODE SELECT switch A 6 Set the MODE SELECT switch to the desired position HD To record on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as a high definition HD camera 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 DA If you set the LED ON OFF option in the SYSTEM submenu to ON the MODE SELECT 24 switch will light on in blue when
101. e than 99 9996 of the pixels operating to specification Less than 0 0196 of the pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or green dots This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction 146 Sys tem Diagram Availability differs from area to area ZR 1000 Zoom Remote Speedlite Flash E Controller 420 430EX 4 550EX 580 EX o E WL D5000 SS 1000 Shoulder Strap ZR 2000 Zoom Remote 8 Wireless Controller Controller MA 300 Microphone Adapter FU 1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit SBR 1000 Shooting B MiniDV Brace i Extender XL Video 1 6x 1 Cassette 16x IS 1 Zoom Lens XL 5 5 88 mm 4 CB 920 Car Battery RC 72 Adapter Ratio Converter 5 _ DC 920 DC Coupler 3x Zoom Lens XL BP 930 BP 945 FS 72U BP 950G BP 970G Filter Set E L d CA 920 Compact 16x Manual Zoom Power Adapter Lens XL 5 4 86 4 mm 8 BP 930 BP 945 20x L IS Zoom Lens BP 950G BP 970G XL 5 4 108 mm Battery Pack CH 910 Dual Battery EF 2 i Charger Holder ens __ d EF Adapter XL 4 DTC 100 Component Video Eee HC 3200 S Video Cable 026 5 TV Stereo Cable es DV cable VCR com
102. eaking and EVF Magnifying functions Use this feature to guide the adjustment of the aperture and shutter speed Available zebra pattern settings 70 IRE 75 IRE 80 IRE 85 IRE 90 IRE 95 IRE and 100 IRE POWER dial SET button MENU button 5 Tw A M Selecting the Zebra Pattern Level MENU 0031 CAMERA SETUP W ZEBRA LEVEL 75 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select ZEBRA LEVEL select a setting option and close the menu Activating the Zebra Pattern MENU 0131 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select ZEBRA set to ON and close the menu CAMERA SETUP P ZEBRA so eee OFF 80 Using the Skin Detail Function With the skin detail function areas in the picture that have skin tone characteristics will be detected and the details in these areas will be softened in order to conceal skin imperfections On the viewfinder those skin areas will be identified by a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture on a connected TV or computer screen a white pattern will appear instead You can adjust the hue chroma area and Y level as required to determine the areas that will be detected as skin areas Al Tv Av M _ Activating the Skin Detail Function MENU 6531 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP and SKIN D SET Select SKIN DETAIL set it to HIGH amp MIDDLE lt gt or
103. ed upon or against them Pay particular attention to plugs and the point from which the cords exit the product 13 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna is connected to the product be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1984 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See figure 1 Fig 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE E ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUND CLAMP GROUNDING CONDUCTORS ELECTRIC SERVICE NEC SECTION 810 21 EQUIPMENT GROUND CLAMPS oe POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC NATIONAL NEC ART 250 PART H ELECTRICAL CODE 14 Lightning For added protection of this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time disconnect it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 15 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity
104. el in the range 9 to 9 83 Color Phase CPH Adjust the color phase in the range 9 to 9 R Gain RGN Adjust the red level in the range 9 to 9 G Gain GGN Adjust the green level in the range 9 to 9 B Gain BGN Adjust the blue level in the range 9 to 9 R G Matrix RGM Adjust the level in the range 9 to 9 R B Matrix RBM Adjust the level in the range 9 to 9 G R Matrix GRM Adjust the level in the range 9 to 9 G B Matrix GBM Adjust the level in the range 9 to 9 B R Matrix BRM Adjust the level in the range 9 to 9 B G Matrix BGM Adjust the level in the range 9 to 9 84 CUSTOM PRESET ON OFF button CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button MENU button Setting the Custom Preset Settings TAPE CARD x s A MENU 0131 1 Open the menu select CUSTOM PRESET 2 Select 82 EDIT The custom preset submenu appears 3 Select SELECT CP and then select the name of the custom preset file where you want to store the settings After making the selection you will return to the custom preset edit submenu 4 From the edit submenu select TUNE The custom preset items list appears 5 From the list select an item you want to adjust and press the SET button Make the adjustment or the selection as necessary and press the SET button During the adjustment you can verify the effect of each item
105. ended If you connect a faulty power adapter battery pack the charge indicator turns off and the charging will stop O The charge indicator informs you about the charge status 0 50 Flashes once every second 50 75 Flashes twice every second More than 75 Flashes 3 times every second 100 Continuously on 17 O Charging Recording and Playback Times The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging recording and playback conditions Battery Pack BP 930 BP 945 BP 950G BP 970G Charging Time with the CA 920 Compact Power Adapter 145 min 220 min 235 min 320 min Recording and Playback Times Maximum HD 20xL Supplied color viewfinder 140 210 295 405 min Recording Time IS Lens Optional FU 1000 105 165 230 315 monochrome viewfinder Typical Recording HD 20xL Supplied color viewfinder 80 115 min 155 210 min Wine tens 4 Optional FU 1000 60 min 90min 125 170 min monochrome viewfinder Playback Time Supplied color viewfinder 165 250 min 350 480 min Recording and Playback Times Maximum HD 20xL Supplied color viewfinder 155 230 min 335 min 455 min Recording Time IS Lens Optional FU 1000 3 120 min 180 min 250 min 350 min monochrome viewfinder
106. g resets to OFF when you turn the camcorder off or remove the lens FA 54 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 you are using a lens with built in ND filter turn it on off according to the screen display With the HD 20x L IS Lens Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter operating ring In recording programs other than M Manual and if the gain is not set to automatic 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 in red Built in ND filter incorrect setting Turn the ND filter operating ring to select a suitable setting ND N flashes ND filter required Turn on the ND filter ND N flashes Lenses with ND filter on off External ND Select a higher density built in ND filter or filter required attach an external ND filter to the lens Lenses with selectable ND filter density Higher density or external ND filter required ND 4 flashes Built in ND filter not required Turn off the ND filter If you have no external ND filter available use the Tv mode and set a high shutter speed or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value OA 22 Depending on scene the
107. g slow shutter speeds O When recording under artificial light sources such as fluorescent mercury or halogen lamps the screen may flicker depending on the shutter speed To avoid the flicker set the shutter speed to 1 100 72 Recording in the Aperture Priority Av Mode IRIS dial POWER dial Available aperture values with the HD 20x L IS lens F1 6 F2 0 F2 8 F4 0 F5 6 F8 0 F9 5 CLOSE 1 Set the POWER dial to Av 2 Select the aperture with the IRIS dial You can select the direction in which turning the IRIS dial will adjust the aperture values using the IRIS DIAL option of the SYSTEM submenu 2 Other settings such as the shutter speed are automatically Za aperture changes when you lock and change the exposure O When the gain is set to automatic the aperture number flashes on the screen when the selected aperture is not appropriate for the recording condition In such case readjust the aperture O When the built in ND filter of a lens is activated the picture may become dark when you set a high F number In such case turn the ND Filter off first and readjust the aperture 73 Recording in the Manual Mode You can set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture levels POWER dial SHUTTER A button SHUTTER button Available settings Shutter speed 60i 30F Frame rates 1 4 1 8 1 1
108. gram C Modes other than Manual focus ring O Ea Zoom ring 2 Image Stabilizer X on O 9 ND filter a Focus mode X autofocus 2 gt AF switch PUSH AF button 9 Not available with the 3x zoom lens 71 Recording in the Shutter Priority Tv Mode SHUTTER A button SHUTTER button Available shutter speeds when recording movies depend on the selected frame rate 60i 30F 1 4 1 8 1 15 1 30 1 60 1 100 1 250 1 500 1 1000 1 2000 1 4000 1 8000 1 15000 CS clear scan 24F 1 3 1 6 1 12 1 24 1 48 1 60 1 100 1 250 1 500 1 1000 1 2000 1 4000 1 8000 1 15000 CS clear scan Available shutter speeds when recording still images 1 4 1 8 1 15 1 30 1 60 1 100 1 250 1 500 Only with the HD 20x L IS Lens E 2 C 1 Set the POWER dial to Tv 2 Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER A or V button Other settings such as the aperture are set automatically O The shutter speed changes when you lock and change the exposure O When the gain is set to automatic the shutter speed number flashes on the screen 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 The image quality may decrease to some extent when using slow shutter speeds O Autofocus may not work when usin
109. guage and close the menu DISPLAY SETUP j LANGUAGE ENGLISH If you have mistakenly changed the language follow the mark next to the menu item to change 2 the setting The displays 2 and 33 at the bottom of the screen refer to the button names on the camcorder and will not change when you change the language Changing the Date Format 1 228 9 9 You can select between three date formats For example 1 2005 1 JAN 2005 and 2005 1 1 4 5 tro SYSTEM D TIME SET DATE FORMAT JAN 1 2005 Open the menu and select SYSTEM amp Select the D TIME SET 2 submenu and then select DATE FORMAT Select a date format and close the menu Changing the Distance Units When using an HDV compatible lens the focal 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 the manual focus mode You can select to display the distance in metric or imperial units is 131 DISPLAY SETUP OBJ DST UNIT m meter Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select OBJ DST UNIT set it to m meter or ft feet and close the menu AS The focal distance will not be displayed when the optional Extender XL 1 6x is attached to the Za c
110. h day hours and minutes in the same way 7 Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock D TIME 5 JAN 1 2005 SYSTEM 2 j D TIME SET 12 00 Displaying the Date and Time during Recording You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen _ CARD cou A tw A M 46 MENU 6431 Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select GUIDE INFO set it to D T DISPLAY and close the menu DISPLAY SETUP W GUIDE INFO OFF AS If you do not use the camcorder for a period of approximately 3 months the built in rechargeable battery will become totally depleted and the date and time settings will be lost In that case recharge the built in battery 17 and set the time zone date and time again 41 Recording Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly If necessary clean the video heads 138 The camcorder ships with the following factory settings Recording mode HDV Audio mode 2 channels About the audio recording refer to the relevant chapter 63 Recording 1 Remove the lens cap 2 Press the lock button and set the POWER dial to a recording program 3 Press the start stop button to begin recording The camcorder is equipped with 3 start stop bu
111. hantom power 2 Set the INPUT SELECT switch to REAR 3 Set the LINE MIC switch to the appropriate position depending on the input signal The setting of the LINE MIC switch applies simultaneously to channels 3 and 4 4 If necessary turn on the microphone attenuator 20 dB by setting the MIC ATT switch to ATT The microphone attenuator will only be effective when the LINE MIC switch is set to MIC 5 For 12 dB gain up Open the menu and select AUDIO SETUP Select R XLR GAINUP set it to 12dB and close the menu 66 When connecting a microphone that does not support phantom power make sure to the 48V 4 switch to OFF Otherwise the microphone may be damaged Adjusting the Audio Recording Level CH1 CH2 dials REC LEVEL switch AUDIO MONITOR button MENU 0131 Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP amp Select AUDIO LEVEL select a setting option and close the menu The audio level indicator can also be turned on off with the custom key 90 DISPLAY SETUP j AUDIO LEVEL ON Automatic Audio Adjustments Set the REC LEVEL switch to A Manual Audio Adjustments 1 Set the REC LEVEL switch to M 2 When recording on 4 channels press the AUDIO MONITOR button and select CH1 2 or CH3 4 Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the settings in the following order CH1 2 CH3 4 CH1 3 2 4 Do not select
112. he controller s button will toggle the AV DV conversion on and off 112 Connecting to a Computer IEEE1394 To connect the camcorder to a computer you need to ensure the following requirements a computer equipped with an IEEE1394 DV terminal and video editing software with video capturing capability installed For the minimum system requirements for video editing refer to the instruction manual of the video editing software Windows XP SP2 users can use the CONSOLE software sold separately to download video and audio recordings in HDV or DV standards from the camcorder to the computer s hard disk For details refer to the software s help modules IEEE 1394 terminal DV cable commercially available 4 6 pin OL I VERN O Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications settings of your 4 computer Q If the computer freezes while you have connected the camcorder disconnect and reconnect the DV cable Should the problem persist disconnect the cable turn both the camcorder and the computer off and the on again and reconnect them O Make sure that the computer video capturing system is compatible with the video signal standard you are using If the computer is not compatible with the signal standard of the camcorder s video output the camcorder may not be correctly detected or may not operate proper
113. he DV control function as the tape in the connected device may be overwritten 95 Other Camcorder FunctionslSettings Changing the Recording Mode SP LP 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 UU CARD ES lt Ww Ww Av 4 DB MENU 31 RECORDING SETUP To change to LP mode open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select REC MODE set it to LP and close the menu REC SP Depending on the tape and its usage condition the picture and sound recorded in LP mode N 2 may be distorted We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings O If you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape the playback picture may become 2 distorted and the time code may not be written correctly O If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital device on this camcorder or vice versa the picture and sound may become distorted Superimposing the Screen Displays Character recording is a feature that allows for the superimposition of meta data year month day hour and minute permanently burned on to the video This is ideal for surveillance and law enforcement use 5 MENU 31 Open the menu and select SYSTEM Select CHAR REC set it to ON and close the menu
114. he camcorder When you attach two battery packs a battery pack can be exchanged without interrupting the 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 LANC 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 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 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 This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories When you use Canon video m equipment we recommend Canon brand accessories or products bearing the same mark SOR lt 2 Provided accessories Optional accessories CA 920 Compact Power Adapter 8029A002A
115. i imet dete O ARE oos 49 5 2 ____ R Om 50 Adjusting the 5 ___ 52 Using the ND Filter Lenses with Built in ND Filter 55 Selecting the Frame 7 98 ___ 56 Setting the Time 4 58 Synchronizing the Camcorder s Time Code eene enhn rennen nenne 60 Setting the 7 8 990090909998 emm 62 Audio RecordipgP EE 05 299 63 Image Stabilizer Lenses Equipped with Image 68 Using the Programmied AE Modes 69 Recording in the Shutter Priority Tv Mode ssssssssssssseseeeeeeeenee nennen nennen nennen nnne 72 Recording in the Aperture Priority Av 2110000000 73 Recording in the Manual MOde 220 ccccceeeeeceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeceaeeeeeeaaeeeeeeaaeeesecaeeeeseaeeeessaaeeeeseeeesneeeeees 74 Adjusting THE EXPOS UNG rre E 75 Using AE Shift Bd ettet ees 76 Adiusting
116. in to turn the camcorder back on Power Save Function ee ee ee ee eee eee eee ee eee eee ee eee eee ee eee ee ee ee rr In order to protect the tape and video heads the camcorder will enter the power save mode VCR STOP after 3 minutes in record pause mode If left 2 more minutes without any operation the camcorder will automatically shut off However you can activate or deactivate the camcorder s automatic shut off with the POWER SAVE option in the SYSTEM 2 submenu Even if the power save is set to ON the camera section will still be powered so the camcorder will retain camera settings such as aperture and shutter speed Therefore you can adjust the camera section without worrying about the automatic shut off This mode where only the VCR is shut off VCR STOP can also be assigned to a custom key 90 A Tv Av EXT CONT VCR PLAY MENU 2034 SYSTEM POWER SAVE ON M D O Open the menu and select SYSTEM Select POWER SAVE select a setting option and close the menu O Za OFF and then back to a recording program O When set to OFF To start recording press the start stop button To go into record pause mode use the custom key 90 O When set to ON To turn the camcorder on press the STANDBY button or set the POWER dial to 43 Screen Displays during Recording 21 Tim
117. io level TV screen Zebra pattern EVF B amp W mode Data code VCR stop 2 CP backward key 12 Audio level TV screen Flip EVF Time code hold EVF B amp W mode Zebra pattern TV screen TV screen Data code EVF B amp W mode EVF B amp W mode CP backward key 12 Flange back Flip EVF 1 Can only be assigned to Custom Key 2 This function can only be operated with a custom key uoneuuoju jeuonippy 159 U S A CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATES The warranty set forward below is given by Canon U S A Inc with respect to equipment purchased in the United States The limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase Canon consumer digital video equipment is warranted under normal non commercial personal use against defective materials or workmanship as follows Parts Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or comparable rebuilt parts for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase except for a defective Video Head which will be exchanged for a period of three months from the date of purchase Labor For a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase labor will be provided free of charge by our factory service centers or designated service facilities located in the United States When returning equipment under this warranty you must pre pay the shipping charges and you must enclose the Bill of Sale
118. ite flash you cannot use the Off Camera Shoe Cord designed for Canon EOS SLR cameras O Always turn off the camcorder when connecting or detaching the flash 1 Insert the mounting foot of the flash straight fully into the advanced accessory shoe 2 Tighten the locking ring As you turn the locking ring the locking pin will come out and lock the flash in position To detach the flash Turn the locking ring all the way to the opposite direction Verify that the locking pin was released and only then detach the flash from the advanced accessory shoe Using the Flash S CARD ELE 1 Set the POWER dial to a recording mode other than M 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 If 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 2 Wait until the flash is charged before recording the still image You can record a still image while the 2 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 O While using the flash the shutter speeds that can be set in Tv mode are 1 4 1 500 O The camcorder does not support the Bounce Flash function or the Wireless Multiple Flash System function of the Speedlite 42
119. ized all still images even protected ones will be erased permanently 6 Bia Av M 4 Select the image you wish to protect 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 if you press the SET button immediately after recording an image Select o PROTECT appears and now the image cannot be erased Noa Protecting during Index Screen Display NUM 4 MENU 0131 1 Move the zoom lever toward Up to 6 images appear Select the image you wish to protect 2 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS Select gt PROTECT and press the SET button appears on the image Select additional images with the SELECT dial and protect them in the same way 3 Close the menu CARD OPERATIONS OnPROTECT 127 Aowa e Buisf Initializing a Memory Card Initialize new memory cards or when you get the message CARD ERROR You can also initialize a memory card to erase all data recorded on it Initializing a memory card erases all data including protected images and custom preset files 4 Images and custom preset files erased through the card initialization cannot be recovered O If you use a memory card other than
120. last image and assigns the consecutive file number to the next image even when a new memory card is inserted If a higher file number already exists on the memory card the consecutive number will be assigned There will be no duplication of file numbers This is useful for organizing images on a computer TAPE CARD o M 4 Only when playing back a tape MENU 1131 To change the setting open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select FILE NOS set it to RESET and close the menu RECORDING SETUP p gt FILE NOS CONTINUOUS Aowa e Buisf 115 Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images with the camcorder from a tape in the camcorder You can also record a still image on the memory card while you record a movie on the tape PHOTO button Card access indicator amp 1 Turn the POWER dial to a recording program and move the TAPE CARD switch to 3 2 Press the PHOTO button halfway The symbol turns green once the focus is adjusted The picture may appear out of focus for a moment while the camcorder is focusing While the PHOTO button is half pressed you can also use the focusing ring to adjust the focus Exposure is locked When you press the PHOTO button on the wireless controller recording starts immediately 3 Press the PHOTO button fully The
121. lds ODo not leave memory cards in places subject to high humidity and high temperature ODo not disassemble memory cards ODo 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 aside until the droplets have evaporated completely ODo 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 ODo not remove the label from the memory card or affix other labels on the memory card uoneuuoju jeuonippy 141 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 the 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 with NTSC system The NTSC system is used in the following countries areas American Samoa Antigua Aruba Bahamas Barbados Bermuda Bolivia Canada Chile Colombia Costa Rica Cuba Ecuador El Salvador Guam Guatemala Greenland Haiti Honduras Jamaica Japan Korea Mexico Micronesia Myanmar Nicaragua Panama Peru Philippine
122. le When the message ADJUST FOCUS amp PUSH E3j appears focus as necessary and press the SET button 7 Once the message FB ADJUSTMENT SUCCESSFUL is displayed press the MENU button to close the menu 26 Resetting the flange back adjustments This procedure will reset the stored flange back adjustment value for the mountedlens 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 AS In the following cases the flange back cannot be adjusted correctly and the camcorder will return to the flange back adjustment selection screen In the AF adjustment the camcorder cannot focus The lens was removed during the flange back adjustment 27 suoljeiedald 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 three remote sensors two at the front and one at the back Inserting the Batteries The wireless controller operates with two AA R6 batteries 1 Open the battery cover 2 Insert the batteries following the and markings 3 Close the battery cover The camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes 109 If the wireless contro
123. ller does not work check if the camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode O 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 28 LoadinglUnloading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the Dy logo For recording in HDV we recommend you use videocassettes compatible with the HDV standard 1 Slide the EJECT switch to open the cassette compartment cover The cassette compartment opens automatically 2 Load unload the cassette Insert the cassette straight fully into the compartment with the window facing out Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out 3 Close the cassette compartment cover Press the mark on the cover Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically 4 Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment DA If the camcorder is connected to a power source cassettes can be loaded unloaded even if the POWER dial set to OFF 28 InsertinglRemoving a Memory Card You can use S SD memory cards or commercially available MultiMediaCards MMC with this camcorder The
124. ly O Refer also to the instruction manual of the computer 4244 Adjust the PLAYBACK STD and HD DOWN CONV settings in the SIGNAL SETUP submenu accordance with the video signal standards of the connected computer O When outputting the camcorder s video signal to the computer video output In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the PLAYBACK STD setting to HDV and the HD DOWN CONV setting to OFF video output In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the PLAYBACK STD setting to DV video output of a recording originally made in HDV standard In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the PLAYBACK STD setting to HDV and the HD DOWN CONV setting to ON O When inputting a video signal from the computer to the camcorder video input In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the PLAYBACK STD setting to HDV and the HD DOWN CONV setting to OFF video input In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the PLAYBACK STD setting to DV 113 Selecting the Image QualitylSize Changing the Still Image Quality You can choose from Superfine Fine and Normal 2 0131 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select IMG QUALITY select a setting option and close the menu RECORDING SETUP IMG QUALITY FINE Changing the Still Image Size You can choose from 1920 x 1080 848 x 480 1440 x 1080 and 640 x 480 pixels M M MENU 0031 RECORDIN
125. mercially available uoneuuoju jeuonippy TA 100 Tripod Adapter 147 1 Can be attached to the HD 20x L IS 20x L IS 16x IS Il and 16x manual zoom lenses only for recording in SD mode EF S lenses cannot be used 3 When you use the FU 1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder with the XL H1 you 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 XL H1 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 the XL H1 When attaching EF lenses to the XL H1 the approximate 35 mm equivalent of the effective focal length is as follows 4 3 approx 8 8x 16 9 approx 7 2x gt Only when recording in SD 4 3 mode 148 Optional Accessories Call or visit your local retailer dealer for genuine Canon video accessories You can also obtain genuine accessories for your Canon camcorder by calling 1 800 828 4040 Canon U S A Information Center 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
126. n is to OFF set the DISPLAYS 132 Terminal all on screen displays set to OFF PLAYBK option to ON turned off Memory Card Operations Problem Cause Solution Memory card cannot be inserted Memory card was not facing the Turn the memory card over and 30 correct direction reinsert it Memory card cannot be recorded No memory card Insert a memory card 30 Memory card is full Replace the memory card or erase 126 images Memory card is not initialized Initialize the memory card 128 The folder and file numbers have Set FILE NOS to RESET and 415 reached their maximum value insert a new memory card Memory card cannot be played The POWER dial or TAPE CARD Set the POWER dial to VCR PLAY back Switch are not set to the correct and TAPE CARD switch to 124 position Image cannot be erased Image is protected Cancel the protection 127 Cu flashes red Card error occurred Turn off the camcorder Remove and reinsert the memory card 128 Initialize the memory card if flashing persists Others Lenses with built in image stabilizer Detected air bubbles inside the lens 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 145 jeuonippy About the LCD screen The LCD screen is produced with extremely high precision manufacturing techniques with mor
127. n 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 O As long as the built in rechargeable lithium battery is charged the free run time code continues to run even if you disconnect the battery pack 59 Synchronizing the Camcorder s Time Code You can synchronize this camcorder s time code to an external time code generator Also you can include in the recording the user bit signal received from the TC IN terminal 62 The camcorder offers the following synchronization options Genlock The V phase and H phase of the camcorder s time code generator will be synchronized to the external signal being received from the GEN LOCK terminal 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 Select whether to send out the camcorder s time code signal with the TL CODE OUT option in the SIGNAL SETUP submenu When you set T CODE OUT to ON TC OUT will appear on the side panel display x x Time Code User bit IN x x x Time Code OUT Qu x x
128. nce a year If you have more than 1 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 32 F to 104 F the optimal range is from 10 C to 30 C 50 F to 86 F 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 a shaped 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 m shaped hole shows the blue label Back side of the Terminal cover battery pack attached Charged Uncharged 140 Cassette Handling Precautions ORewind tapes after use If the tape is lose or damaged it may cause picture and sound distortion OReturn cassettes to their case and store them upright Rewind tapes from time to time if they are stored for a long time ODo not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use ODo not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder ODo not use tapes that have been jammed as video heads may become dirty ODo not insert anything into the small holes of the cassette or cover them with cellophane t
129. nction Magnifying In record pause press the EVF MAGNIFYING button The central part of the screen will be magnified approximately 2x Press the button again to cancel the function The Peaking and Magnifying functions will not affect your recordings but the magnified picture will Za be output as is to the HD SD SDI terminal and the HDV DV terminal O The Magnifying function will be canceled as you start recording Focus Preset Lenses equipped with the focus preset function This function enables a focus setting to be memorized and to return to that focus setting instantly You can also select the speed at which the camcorder returns to the preset focus setting Presetting the Focus 5 5 A Tv Av Set the focus selector to M 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 MENU 0231 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select F SPEED select a setting option and close the menu The selected speed appears next to MF CAMERA SETUP F SPEED PSET HIGH Returning to the Preset Focus Setting Move the POSITION PRESET ON SET switch to ON The camcorder returns to the preset focus setting AS The preset settin
130. ng the Gain The gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending on the lighting and shooting conditions You can select from automatic gain control or preset levels that range from 3 to 18 dB 3 dB For the lowest noise recording for indoor low light or low contrast scenes Auto Automatic adjustment of gain 0 dB For lifelike night scenes or scenes under artificial lighting 3 dB 6 dB Increases the brightness in indoor or low light scenes Increases the depth of field 12 dB 18 dB POWER dial A Avy M INDE 1 Set the POWER dial to A Tv Av or M 2 Press the GAIN dial so that it pops out 3 Turn the GAIN dial to adjust the level The selected level appears With some gain level settings the picture may flicker slightly 77 Setting the 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 presets that can be memorized Auto Automated adjustment of white balance Outdoor Bright sunlight 5 600 K Indoor Incandescent light 3 200 K K Color temperature Setting depending on the hue of a specific lighting 2 800 12 000
131. not appropriate or there is no Genlock input signal the external time code being recorded on tape may be incorrect O When recording in SD mode Time Code IN is not available if you select the 24F frame rate the mode will be canceled and the TC IN display on the side panel will disappear O Genlock synchronization is not possible when the signal standard of the camcorder HD SD is different from that of the external Genlock signal O The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the camcorder is initially set to 0 it can be adjusted within the range of approx 0 4 1023 to 1023 with the GENLCK ADJUST option in the SIGNAL SETUP submenu O GENLOCK will not be available if the MODE SELECT switch is set to HD and the SDI SPEC option is set to SD LOCKED When you select GENLOCK or GENLOCK TC GENLOCK will flash on the side panel display It will keep flashing even when an external Genlock signal is being received The GENLOCK display will stop flashing and stay on when the phase synchronization stabilizes When you select GENLOCK TC TC IN will appear on the side panel display O When TC IN appears on the side panel While an external time code is being received EXT LOCK will appear on the side panel display 61 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 chara
132. o ON and close the menu Recording an External User Bit A Ty AV 6 MENU n 0031 RECORDING sETUP 5 UB REC INT USR BIT Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select UB REC select EXT USR BIT and close the menu 62 Audio Recording When recording on the tape in either HDV or DV standard you can select to record audio in only two channels or all four channels simultaneously HDV The audio transfer rate is 384 Kbps when recording on 2 channels and 384 Kbps 192 Kbps 2 channels when recording on all 4 channels The sampling frequency is 48 kHz in all modes You can choose to record in 16 bit audio mode sampling frequency 48 kHz or 12 bit audio mode sampling frequency 32 kHz When recording in 12 bit audio mode you can further select to record on only 2 channels leaving two channels free for audio dubbing later or to record on all 4 channels simultaneously Tape Recording Standard Setting Option Audio Recording Mode Sampling Frequency HDV 2CH MPEG1 Audio Layer2 48 kHz 384 kbps 4CH MPEG2 Audio Layer2 384 kbps 48kHz 2CH PCM 16 bit 32kHz 2CH PCM 12 bit 32 kHz 32kHz 4CH Audio Lock orci Im la You can select to lock the sampling rates of audio and video to record them in a synchronized fashion 2 LOCK or to record them independently of each other UNLOCK 8 D
133. o OFF and then back to a recording mode Turning Off the Focus Priority Mode Turn off the Focus Priority mode if you wish to record a still image as soon as you press the PHOTO button Tare FOCUS 1131 4 Open the menu and select CAMERA SETUP Select FOCUS PRI set it to OFF and close the menu Recording a Still Image on a Memory Card While Recording Movies on a Tape When you are recording a movie on a tape you can simultaneously record the same picture as a still image on the memory card If you select ON CP DATA as the still image recording setting you can embed the custom preset settings currently in use embedded in a still image of the current picture This is useful if you later want to load the custom preset settings you used when recording a specific scene 4 MENU 0431 1 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select STILL I REC set it to ON or ON CP DATA and close the menu 2 While you are recording a movie press the PHOTO button RECORDING SETUP pP STILL I REC OFF The still image cannot be recorded a memory card when fader is activated appears if you press the PHOTO button while STILL REC is set to OFF Aowa e Buisf 117 Capturing a Still Image from a Tape While you a
134. o 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 8 and 0210 displays green at the bottom of the screen will give you additional Za indications about what buttons to operate during each menu setting O Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu O Unavailable items will appear grayed out 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 AV ofthe wireless controller instead of the SELECT dial and press the SET button on the wireless controller to save the settings or make a selection 31 suoljeiedald Menu and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface CAMERA MENU Only in Standard Definition SD Submenu Menu Item Setting Options Ln SIGNAL SETUP TIME CODE FRAME DROP NON DROP 58 SETTNG COUNT UP REC RUN REC RUN PS 58 FREE RUN START VALUE SET RESET 58 EXT SYNC OFF GENLOCK GENLOCK TC 61 GENLCK ADJUST 1023 1023 61 T CODE OUT ON OFF 60 COMP OUT 480i 1080i 480i 101 SDI OUTPUT ON OFF 101 SDI SPEC AUTO SD LOCKED 101 CAMERA SETUP 24F MODE SEL 2 3 2 3 3 2 57 ZEBRA ON OFF 80 ZEBRA LEVEL 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 80 SKIN D SET HUE 81 CHRO
135. ode you have the option to set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture levels 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 lower shutter speeds 60i 1 4 1 500 24F 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 OAutofocus may not work as well as in other modes In such case adjust the focus manually 70 Availability of functions in each recording program Recording programs A Tv Av M EXP LOCK button x x x x IRIS dial x x x x SHUTTER button x x1 O x1 O x x AE SHIFT dial x 0 x x x 0 GAIN dial X auto O X 0 dB X auto WHITE BALANCE dial X auto Custom preset adjustments x O CUSTOM PRESET SELECT x button CUSTOM PRESET ON OFF x button Skin detail x O Clear Scan x x x x x El selection of Clear x o x o can O Available Not available 1 Available when the exposure is locked 2 Available during clear scan HD 20x L IS 20x L IS 16x IS Il and 3x zoom lens Recording pro
136. on the screen Repeat this step to adjust all the items you want to adjust 6 When you finish adjusting all the items in the custom preset select RTN You will return to the custom preset submenu 7 Close the menu CUSTOM PRESET GY EDIT SELECT 2 The custom preset items appear in one screen as 3 letter abbreviations followed by the current Za setting value As you move between the items with the SELECT dial the full name of the currently selected item and its current value will be displayed at the bottom of the screen O When you attempt to change a protected setting Om starts flashing Renaming a Custom Preset File 1 Open the menu and select CUSTOM PRESET followed by 2 EDIT 2 From the edit submenu select RENAME The first character of the custom preset file name will start flashing 85 3 Turn the SELECT dial to select a number letter or punctuation mark and press the SET button The next character of the custom preset file name will start flashing Set the rest of the custom preset file in the same way 4 When you finish renaming the custom preset file press the SET button You will return to the custom preset submenu 5 Close the menu Protecting a Custom Preset File 1 Open the menu and select CUSTOM PRESET followed by 2 EDIT 2 From the edit submenu select PROTECT Next to the custom preset number the pr
137. one date and time This message appears each 41 AND TIME time you turn the power on until you set the time zone date and time CHANGE THE BATTERY Battery pack is exhausted Replace or charge the battery pack 16 PACK THE TAPE IS SET FOR Cassette is protected Replace the cassette or change the position of the 441 ERASURE PREVENTION protect switch REMOVE THE CASSETTE Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape Unload and reload the 29 cassette CHECK THE HDV DV INPUT DV cable is not connected or the connected digital device is turned off 110 CONDENSATION HAS BEEN Condensation has been detected the camcorder 139 DETECTED TAPE END Tape reached the end Rewind the tape or replace the cassette HEADS DIRTY USE Video heads are dirty Clean the video heads 138 CLEANING CASSETTE ENTERING POWER Appears for 1 second when you press the STANDBY button 43 STANDBY CHECK THE LENS Lens is not correctly mounted Turn the lens until it clicks If the message does 24 not disappear unmount and remount the lens NO CARD Memory card not is inserted into the camcorder 30 NO IMAGES No images are recorded on the memory card CARD ERROR A memory card error occurred The camcorder cannot record or play back the image The eror may be temporary If the message disappears after 4 seconds an flashes red turn the camcorder off remove the card and reinsert the card If CQ changes to green you can continue recording playback CARD
138. or other proof of purchase with a complete explanation of the problem During your ONE YEAR warranty period repairs will be made and the equipment return shipped to you free of charge After your warranty period is over you will be given an estimate of the cost of repair and an opportunity to approve or disapprove of the repair expense before it is incurred If you approve repairs will be made and the equipment return shipped to you shipping charges apply If you disapprove we will return ship the equipment at no charge to you Non Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which may be distributed with Canon DV camcorders are sold AS IS without warranty of any kind by CUSA including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose The sole warranty with respect to such non Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer or producer thereof CUSA shall have no responsibility under this limited warranty for use of Canon DV Camcorders in conjunction with incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software In order to obtain warranty service contact the authorized Canon retail dealer from whom you purchased the DV Camcorder or call the CANON INFORMATION CENTER AT 1 800 828 4040 You will be directed to the nearest service facility for your product This Limited Warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the equipment and does not apply in the following cases A Loss or damage to the equi
139. ord pause mode Connected device Record pause mode When the XL H1 is not ready for recording no cassette loaded etc Connected device Recording record pause mode After loading a cassette while the connected device is recording XL H1 Recording Connected device Continues recording Pressing the start stop button again XL H1 Record pause mode Connected device Record pause mode 2 9 2 The status of the connected device is indicated as follows gt 4 222 e Connected device is recording e 22 B Connected device is in record pause or stop mode B Connected device is in a mode other than record pause or stop zs DV CONTROL is set to ON but no DV device is connected 2725 xxx min Recording on the computer s hard disk O While both the XL H1 and a connected device are recording if the XL H1 stops recording because of a condition other than pressing the start stop button e g if the tape has reached its end the connected device will continue recording O When connecting two XL H1s with a DV cable make sure to set DV CONTROL of the connected device to OFF O Up to 2 other devices can be connected to the XL H1 for DV control O With some non Canon devices The DV control may not work properly depending on the connected device 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 t
140. ose them to dust or dirt If necessary clean the lens with a dry soft lens cleaning cloth Make sure to turn off the camcorder 24 while cleaning the lens O Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when recording in HDV standard with lenses that are not HDV compatible If you attach to the camcorder a lens that is not HDV compatible the messages THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY and HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS will appear O 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 HDV 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 Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread 2 Tighten the locking screw 13 5 1 suoljeiedald 25 Adjusting the Flange Back Lenses without a built in flange back adjustment function The flange back can be adjusted to correct the focus during telephoto and wide zooming The flange back can be adjusted automatically by the camcorder AF or manually MF Different flange back adjustment values can be memorized and can also be saved as backup You can store flange back
141. otect mark will appear To cancel the protection repeat the procedure for a custom preset file with the mark Resetting a Custom Preset File 1 Open the menu and select CUSTOM PRESET followed by EV EDIT 2 From the edit submenu select RESET A confirmation screen will appear 3 Turn the SELECT dial to select YES and press the SET button You will return to the custom preset submenu 4 Close the menu A protected preset file cannot be reset 2 Activating the Custom Preset Settings d L4 5 2 OC 1 Press the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the available custom preset files You can also set a custom key as CP BKWD KEY to cycle through the options in reverse order from last to first 90 When you are not using the custom preset setting set the camcorder to CP 08 2 Press the CUSTOM PRESET ON OFF button The setting is activated 86 Copying a Custom Preset File to the Memory Card 5 IO 24 1 Open the menu and select CUSTOM PRESET followed by 8 A 2 From the copy submenu select SELECT CP and then select the name of the custom preset file you want to copy to the card 3 Select SAVE POSITION and select the filename under which you want to store the file on the memory card Up to 20 custom preset files can be stored on the memory card If you try to save more
142. pment due to abuse mishandling accident improper maintenance or failure to follow operating instructions B If the equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries sand dirt or water damage C If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than our authorized agent D If the equipment is used for commercial or industrial use This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet exterior finish video cassette tape head cleanings nor does it apply to equipment purchased outside the United States This warranty does not cover units sold to rental firms military operations hotels schools hospitals or for other commercial industrial or institutional applications These uses are covered only by such specific warranty as Canon may issue with such sales This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for the DV Camcorder which are sold AS IS without warranty of any kind by CUSA Please retain this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as a permanent record of your purchase This card is most important in order to be sure you are contacted right away should there be a safety inspection modification or product recall under applicable laws or regulations NO IMPLIED WARRANTY INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLIES TO THIS EQUIPMENT AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY EXCEPT AS MENTIONED ABOVE GIVEN BY ANY PERSON FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH
143. portant Safety 3 Using this Ec E 5 Checking the Supplied Accessories risiini neina e aiea a raii ei 9 eenn 10 Preparations Preparing the Power lt a ott 16 Preparing the Camcorder L 19 Preparing Me LenS SS 24 Using the Wireless Controller c ccsecccceeeeceeeeeeneeceeeeaeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeessaaaaeeeeseaaeeeescaeeseesaeeseaeeeeeceeeeenseneeess 28 Loading Unloading a 29 Inserting Removing a Memory Carrd ccccceecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeaeeeeeceaeeeecaeeeeeeeaeeesecaeeeseceeeseseeeeeeseaeeess 30 Changing Settings with the MENU Button sssssssessssssseeeeeeeeneneenne nennen nennen nnn nnn nennen nnns nnn 31 Setting the Time Zone Date and nnn 41 Recording Recording 42 Selecting the Signal Standard 5 2 02 2 2 2 2 2 20020 0000 80 0 0000000000000000 00 47 Changing the Aspect 48 amp End S6atcl
144. press the BARS FADE SELECT button to display WHITE FADE or BLACK FADE Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the options in the following order COLOR BARS WHITE FADE BLACK FADE no display The selected fader display starts flashing Press the BARS FADE ON OFF button The selected fader display stops flashing Press the start stop button Record pause the recording will fade in and start During recording the recording will fade out and stop After the fade in out the fader display will start flashing again To activate the fader again press the BARS FADE ON OFF so the fader display will stay continuously on Using the Digital Video Control This feature enables the XL H1 to control the record and stop functions of a connected IEEE 1394 storage recording device The device must comply with the IEEE1394 AV C protocol Windows XP SP2 users can use the CONSOLE software sold separately to download video and audio recordings in HDV or DV standards from the camcorder to the computer s hard disk For details refer to the software s help modules Av 2 MENU 0131 1 Open the menu and select SYSTEM Select DV CONTROL set it to ON and close the menu 2 Press the start stop button When the XL H1 is in record pause mode XL H1 Recording Connected device Recording SYSTEM 2 DV CONTROL OFF When the XL H1 is recording XL H1 Rec
145. pulldown method make sure to 2 record in 24F 2 3 pulldown mode 57 Setting the Time Code Selecting the Frame Setting In 60i and 30F mode you can select between drop frame or non drop frame time code UM CARD rw Av M O ire SIGNAL SETUP TIME CODE FRAME SETTNG DROP Open the menu and select SIGNAL SETUP Select the TIME CODE submenu and then FRAME SETTNG Select a setting option and close the menu When you select the NON DROP setting or when you select 24F frame rate in SD mode NDF will appear on the side panel display Selecting the Run Options When recording in a mode other than 24F in SD mode you can select from record run REC RUN record run preset REC RUN PS and free run FREE RUN time codes In 24F in SD mode you can select from record run or record run preset With record run the time code runs only when you are recording With free run the time code runs regardless of the operation of the camcorder You can select the start point for the free run and the record run preset time codes o TOV 2 MENU 0134 SUSNAL SETUP TIME CODE gt COUNT UP 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 below to
146. r permanently damage the camera 8 Water and Moisture Hazard of electric shock Do not use this product near water or in rainy moist situations 9 Placing or Moving Do not place on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn v 10 Power Sources The CA 920 Compact Power Adapter should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company Regarding other power sources such as battery power refer to instructions in this manual 11 Polarization The CA 920 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2 prong plug a plug having one blade wider than the other The 2 prong polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug 12 Power Cord Protection Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items plac
147. re playing back a tape you can capture the same picture as a still image on the memory M Tv Av M C card CARD 5 cee RECORDING SETUP STILL I REC OFF 1 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select STILL I REC set it to ON or ON CP DATA and close the menu 2 While you are playing back the tape press the PHOTO button Screen Displays during Still Image Recording ro 118 Metering Method Icon Indicates the metering mode currently selected for recording still images Drive Mode Icon Indicates the drive mode currently selected for recording still images Remaining Card Capacity for Still Images flashing in red No card CH in green 6 or more images CH in yellow 1 to 5 images CH in red No more images The indication may not decrease even though a recording has been made or may decrease by 2 images at once All indicators are displayed in green when a memory card is played back Indicates that the camcorder is writing on the memory card Image Quality and Size Indicates the quality and size currently selected for recording still images Selecting the Drive Mode Continuous Shooting Captures a quick series of still images while you hold the PHOTO button 4 High Spee
148. rox 60 seconds Level 16 approx 3 5 seconds VARIABLE approx 3 5 60 seconds The actual zoom speed varies depending on the lens Zoom ring The zoom speed depends on how fast you turn the zoom ring Zoom buttons on the carrying handle The zoom speed itself does not change but it can be set to one of 16 levels with the ZOOM SPEED dial This is the same zoom speed setting as when the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT Zoom buttons on the supplied wireless controller The zoom speed is constant and cannot be adjusted 50 Zoom Preset Lenses equipped with the zoom preset function This function enables any given zoom setting to be memorized and to return to that zoom setting instantly POSITION PRESET switch POSITION PRESET ON SET switch Presetting the Zoom TAPE CARD or Tv Av M m 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 Returning to the Preset Zoom Position Move the POSITION PRESET ON SET switch to ON The camcorder returns to the preset zoom position The preset setting is canceled when you attach the optional Extender XL 1 6 or mount a lens with Za a different magnification O The camcorder uses the zoom speed of the CONSTANT setting when returning to the preset zoom position Changing the Zoom Bar Displ
149. rwards the tape plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape Pressing the button again cancels the search 2 End search cannot used once you unload the cassette 2 O End search may not work properly if there is a blank section between recordings on the tape O The end search function may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape 49 Zooming You can operate the zoom from either the side grip or the carrying handle You can also use the zoom ring on the zoom lens or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller Zoom lever Zoom buttons Zoom ring ZOOM SPEED switch CARD Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out wide angle Move it toward T to zoom in telephoto About the Variable Zoom Speeds Zoom lever on the side grip When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT the zoom speed itself does not change but you can select one of 16 levels of zoom speed with the ZOOM SPEED dial a number indicating the level will be displayed next to the zoom indicator When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to VARIABLE the zoom speed will depend on how you operate the zoom lever Pressing softly will result in a slower zoom pressing harder in a faster zoom Zoom speed with the HD 20x L IS Lens from wide angle to telephoto CONSTANT Level 1 app
150. s Puerto Rico Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Surinam Taiwan Trinidad and Tobago USA Venezuela Virgin Islands 142 Recycling the Built in Rechargeable Lithium Battery If you should dispose of your camcorder first remove the built in rechargeable lithium battery for recycling according to the recycling system of your country 1 Remove the labeled plate shown in the illustration using a flathead screwdriver 2 Using a pair of cutters or tin snips cut the 4 indicated plastic joints and remove the cover 3 Using a pair of pliers extract the flexible board on which the lithium battery is installed and pull to detach it A Z H LN Q OE Y O Do not remove the cover for any other purpose than removing the battery for recycling when 2 disposing the camcorder O When you have removed the battery keep it out of reach of children If it is swallowed seek medical assistance immediately The battery case may break and the battery fluids may damage the stomach and intestines O When removing the built in lithium battery disconnect all power compact adapter and battery pack to the camcorder uoneuuoju jeuonippy 143 Troubleshooting If 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
151. s a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft Date of Purchase Purchased From Dealer Address Dealer Phone No Model Name XL H1 A Serial No Components Guide XL H1 Left side view POWER dial a External control mode xw VCR PLAY mode Power off Auto Shutter Priority Av Aperture Priority M Manual Recording 4 Spotlight programs Night Easy Recording C DLIGHT button 19 BARS FADE SELECT button 93 END SEARCH button 49 2 BARS FADE ON OFF button 93 MODE SELECT switch 48 18 MENU button 02 31 RATE switch 56 9 GAIN dial 75 AUDIO MONITOR button 67 104 amp WHITE BALANCE dial 78 9 POWER indicator WHITE BALANCE button 78 Side panel 135 22 5 button 43 8 viewfinder socket 19 INPUT SELECT switch CH3 66 9 FU 1000 Monochrome Viewfinder socket 150 LEVEL switch CH3 67 10 EVF PEAKING EVF MAGNIFYING buttons 53 Q5 INPUT SELECT switch CH1 CH2 64 LOCK button 75 LEVEL switch CH2
152. set the start point 2 Select SET The hours display flashes 3 Set the time code s starting value Turn the SELECT dial to set the value for the hours and press the SET button The next field of the display starts flashing Set the value for the minutes seconds and frames in the same way 4 Close the menu AS O About the time code display Za REC RUN The time code will be displayed with an next to it REC RUN PS The time code will be displayed in blue with a gl next to it FREE RUN The time code will be displayed in blue with an next to it External Time Code The time code will be displayed in blue with an H next to it Time Code Hold The time code will be displayed in blue with an next to it Playback No time code display O When setting the free run time code 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 in step 3 O To reset the time code to 00 00 00 00 select RESET in step 2 O In 24F in SD mode the frames value of the time code is set in multiples of 5 When you change the frame rate from 60i 30F to 24F the frames value of the time code will automatically become a multiple of 5 When you mix drop frame and non drop frame time codes including 24F frame rate SD mode the time code at the point where the recording starts may be discontinuous O Whe
153. sing the EVF DISPLAY button will cycle through the options in the following sequence Normal screen display Audio level indicator zoom indicator center and level markers aspect ratio guides safety zone guides EVF peaking magnifying recording program EXP lock ND filter custom preset shutter speed aperture AE shift gain white balance color bars faders skin detail Speedlite flash charge indicator warning date time Center and level markers safety zone guides date time Y No display _ When GUIDE INFO is set to D T DISPLAY Displaying the Center and Level Markers Use the center and level markers to accurately frame subjects amp 5 Aw A 6 MENU 1031 Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select LEV CENT MRK set it to CENT MARK or LEVEL MARK and close the menu DISPLAY SETUP p gt LEV CENT MRK MARK eue Displaying the Aspect Ratio Guides d 2 Use the aspect ratio guides as an indication to accurately frame subjects You can select to display the 0 aspect guides for 4 3 13 9 14 9 1 66 1 1 75 1 1 85 1 or 2 35 1 Cinemascope M A MENU 0034 DISPLAY SETUP ASPECT Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select ASPECT GUIDE select a setting option and close the menu Displaying the Safety Zone Guide The safety zone guid
154. sition but the POWER indicator OFF ON is off Image will not appear on the The POWER dial is not set to a Set the POWER dial to a recording 42 Screen recording program program SET THE TIME ZONE DATE AND Time zone date and time are not set Set the time zone date and time If 41 TIME appears on the screen or the built in rechargeable lithium necessary power the camcorder battery is exhausted with the compact power adapter and leave it connected with the POWER 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 Cassette is not loaded Load a cassette 29 not start recording The POWER dial is not set to a Set the POWER dial to a recording 42 recording program program The lock lever on the carrying handle Slide the lock lever to the left and 43 is activated deactivate it Camcorder will not focus Autofocus does not work on that Focus manually 53 subject Viewfinder is not adjusted Adjust the viewfinder with the 21 dioptric adjustment lever Lens is dirty Clean the lens 137 The tally lamp will not light up TALLY LAMP is set to OFF inthe Set TALLY LAMP to ON or 97 menu BLINK 144 Recording Problem Cause Solution A vertical light bar appears on Bright light in a dark scene Record in th
155. stom Preset Settings in Use with a Still Image on the Memory Card In mode you can save the custom preset settings currently being used on the memory card along with a still image of the recording This is very useful when you want to load the custom preset file later by selecting the still image of that specific scene ETE Is 7 4 Open the menu and select RECORDING SETUP Select STILL I REC it to ON DATA and close the menu While you are recording on the tape press the PHOTO button The custom preset currently in effect will be saved to the memory card along with a still image of the current scene When saving the custom preset currently in use embedded in a still image the number of custom preset files you can save is not limited to 20 files but you can record as many still images CP files as the free available memory on the memory card will allow you 88 Using 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 the frequency from 60 1 Hz to 203 9 Hz EXE o amp MENU 4131 1 Set the POWER dial to Tv or M 2 Press the SHUTTER A button to display 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
156. tal 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 when you clean the video heads not use wet type cleaning cassettes as this may damage the camcorder Olf the playback picture does not improve after cleaning the video heads it may indicate a malfunction Consult a Canon Service Center 138 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 When the camcorder is moved from an air conditioned When the camcorder is moved from a cold place to a room to a warm humid place warm room j AN TURA VA How to avoid condensation OUnload the cassette place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes 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 4 starts flashing a cassette is loaded the warning message REMOVE THE CASSETTE appears and starts flashing Remove the cassette immediately and leave the cassette
157. terference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual If such changes or modifications should be made you could be required to stop operation of the equipment Canon U S A Inc One Canon Plaza Lake Success NY 11042 U S A Tel No 516 328 5600 CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT Important Warning The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons
158. teries or any exposure to water sand or dirt v shipping claim must be presented to the shipper b Any serial number on the video equipment is altered or removed c The digital video equipment is used for commercial professional or industrial purposes This limited warranty does not cover the cabinet exterior finish of the digital video equipment video cassette tapes head cleanings nor does it apply to digital video equipment purchased outside Canada TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE Ship your Canon digital video equipment in its original carton box or equivalent properly packed fully insured with shipping charges prepaid together with a copy of your bill of sale or other proof of purchase and a description of the problem to any of the Canon Service Facilities in Canada LIMITATIONS Except as otherwise required by applicable legislation this warranty is in lieu of all other warranties conditions guarantees or representations express or implied statutory or otherwise relative to this Canon product including implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Canon Canada assumes no liability for special consequential or incidental damages or loss that may arise whether on account of negligence or otherwise from the use misuse or inability to use this Canon product including loss of profit revenue video tapes or enjoyment or from failure to conform to any express or implied warranties con
159. than 20 custom preset filed one of the files on the card will be overwritten you can select which file to overwrite f there are no custom preset files saved on the memory card the file name will become NEW FILE 4 Select EXECUTE and in the confirmation screen select YES to copy the file 5 Close the menu Loading a Custom Preset File from the Memory Card TAPE CARD A N O 1 Open the menu and select CUSTOM PRESET followed by 0 8 2 From the copy submenu select IMPORT and then select the name of the custom preset file you want to load to the camcorder 3 Select SELECT POSITION and select the preset number under which you want to store the file in the camcorder 4 Select EXECUTE and in the confirmation screen select YES to load the file 5 Close the menu Loading a Custom Preset File from a Still Image to the Camcorder ESTE aM a o 1 Select the still image that contains the custom preset file you want to load Use the buttons to move between the still images 2 Open the menu and select META DATA followed by C1 8 3 Select SELECT POSITION and select the preset number under which you want to store the file on the camcorder 4 Select EXECUTE and in the confirmation screen select YES to load the file 5 Close the menu 87 Saving the Cu
160. the supplied one initialize it with the camcorder EN MENU caro op ERATIONS INITIALIZE 0431 1 Open the menu select CARD OPERATIONS 2 Select INITIALIZE 3 Select EXECUTE 4 In the confirmation screen select YES The card initialization starts 128 Print 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 1 Select the still image you wish to print 2 Press the SET button to open the still image operations menu 3 Select 5 PRINT ORDER 4 Select the number of copies B appears on the image To cancel the print order set the number of copies to 0 Selecting in Index Screen Display MENU 0031 1 Move the zoom lever toward Up to 6 images appear Select the image you wish to print 2 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS Select 5 PRINT ORDER 3 Press the SET button and set the number of copies with the SELECT dial B appears on the image To cancel the print order set the number of copies to 0 4 Close the menu CARD OPERATIONS P gt L PRINT ORDER Erasing All Print Orders MENU 31 1 Open the menu and select CARD OPERATIONS 2 Select PRINT ORDERS ALL ERAS
161. ther than CO Easy Recording frame rate CO Easy Recording Aperture setting in Av mode Reset Shutter speed setting in Tv mode Q Reset 227 shutter speed setting in Manual O Reset Custom white balance O Exposure lock on off Returns to off 2 id speed setting during Reset Color bars setting O Color bars on off O Faders setting Reset O Faders on off Reset O MENU setting MENU settings O TV SCREEN on off EVF display Side panel light Q Zero set memory Not available for recording still images the memory card uoneuuoju jeuonippy 131 Screen Displays Hiding the Displays on the Camcorder Screen You can hide the displays on the screen to have a clear screen for playback hi NUN av M C bisce DISPLAY SETUP DISPLAYS ON Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP Select DISPLAYS set it to OFF PLAYBK and close the menu Warning messages still appear and the data code appears if turned on Tape operation displays appear for 2 seconds Hiding Showing the Displays on the TV Screen When you connect a TV for recording you can select to hide the camcorder displays on the TV screen For playback you can show the camcorder displays on the TV screen 5 2 MENU NN C231 DISPLAY SETUP TV SCREEN Open the menu and select DISPLAY SETUP amp Select TV SCREEN set it to ON
162. to the memory card Also while you are recording on the tape and simultaneously record a still image on the memory card the current recording specifications can be saved as a custom preset on the card Later you can load that custom preset from the memory card to the camcorder The recording specifications that can be saved in a custom preset Gamma curve knee black stretch press master pedestal setup level sharpness horizontal detail frequency horizontal vertical detail balance coring NR1 NR2 color matrix color gain color phase R gain G gain B gain R G matrix R B matrix G R matrix G B matrix B R matrix and B G matrix Available only when recording on the tape Gamma Curve GAM only in CAMERA mode You can select from NORMAL CINE 1 or CINE2 Output NORMAL CINE1 Representation of the setting Input Knee Point Adjustment KNE Adjust the dynamic range knee point in the highlight area of the image to prevent overexposure You can Pupul HIGH select from AUTO HIGH MIDDLE or LOW MIDDLE LOW Black Stretch Black Press BLK Adjust the dynamic range in the black area of the image STRETCH You can select from STRETCH MIDDLE or PRESS MIDDLE STRETCH emphasizes contrast in the dark area while PRESS enhances or deepens darkness PRESS Representation of the setting Input 82 Master Pedestal PED only in CAMERA mode Adjust the m
163. ttons one on the carrying handle one on the side grip and one at the front The tally lamp and the REC lamp on the viewfinder will light up Press the start stop button again to pause recording When You Have Finished Recording 1 Set the POWER dial to OFF 2 Replace the lens cap 3 Unload the cassette 4 Disconnect the power source AS O Wait until the tape counter stops completely before you start recording you do not remove the cassette you can record the next scene without any noise or blank sections between the recordings even if you turn the camcorder off 42 The end search date search and index search functions may not work correctly if you mix recordings 4 in HDV and DV standards on the same tape Low angle Recording The carrying handle is equipped with a duplicate set of recording and zoom controls ideal for low angle recording Slide the LOCK lever towards the lens to prevent accidental operation Power Saving Mechanisms STANDBY Button LOCK lever Start stop button Zoom lever Pressing the STANDBY button for more than 1 second in record pause or VCR STOP mode activates the power save mode The message ENTERING POWER STANDBY will be displayed This shuts the power down to the camera and VCR sections while maintaining the camera settings The camcorder retains the exposure lock and color bars settings Press the STANDBY button aga
164. verted output video signal will always be 60 fps interlaced regardless of the frame rate of the original recording Oven if the audio was recorded on all 4 channels only channels 1 and 2 will be output 35 VCR PLAY MENU Submenu Menu Item Setting Options DISPLAY EVF SETUP EVF BW MODE OFF 92 BRIGHTNESS 22 CONTRAST COLOR SHARPNESS TV SCREEN ON OFF 132 AUDIO LEVEL ON OFF 67 DISPLAYS ON OFF lt PLAYBK gt 132 CUSTOM KEYS ON OFF 90 DATA CODE DATE TIME DATE amp TIME CAMERA DATA 108 CAM amp D T LANGUAGE ENGLISH x 97 6 SEC DATE ON OFF 108 UB DISPLAY ON OFF 62 SYSTEM Y CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE TV SCREEN DATA CODE AUDIO 91 LEVEL TC HOLD EVF BW MODE NONE CUSTOM KEY 2 TIME CODE TV SCREEN DATA CODE AUDIO LEVEL TC HOLD EVF BW MODE NONE WL REMOTE 6 1 202 OFF 60 109 TALLY LAMP ON BLINK OFF 97 D TIME SET T ZONE DST 41 DATE TIME 41 DATE FORMAT 97 LED ON OFF ON OFF 96 36 CARD CAMERA MENU Submenu Menu Item Setting Options SIGNAL SETUP GENLOCK ON OFF 61 GENLCK ADJUST 1023 1023 61 COMP OUT 480i 1080i 480i 101 SDI OUTPUT ON OFF 101 SDI SPEC AUTO SD LOCKED 101 CAMERA SETUP ZEBRA ON OFF 80 ZEBRA LEVEL 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 80 SKIN D SET HUE 81 CHROMA AREA Y LEV
165. wing you to adjust the camera settings without worrying 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 recording by pressing the start stop button directly in VCR STOP mode TV Screen m 132 CAMERA VCR PLAY CAMERA CARD VCR PLAY CARD You can show the camcorder display on a connected TV Press the CUSTOM KEY 1 or 2 button 91 Time Code Hold CAMERA VCR PLAY 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 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 i next to it and HOLD appears on the side panel display The time code being output from the TC OUT SDI LANC and HDV DV terminals will not be put on hold The time code superimposed on the video signal output from the COMPONENT OUT D Terminal or the Video S Video terminals will be put on hold The time code hold will be canceled when you turn the camcorder on off change the operation mode CAMERA VCR PLAY or change the position of the TAPE CARD switch Audio Level
166. x 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 AS O The sound will be muted during special playback picture may become distorted during some special playback modes O The camcorder stops the tape automatically after 3 minutes in playback pause mode to protect the tape and video heads O In fast forward playback rewind playback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV mode the picture may be distorted O The picture may be slightly distorted at the switch point between recordings in HDV and DV standards on the tape 99 Connecting to a Monitor TV The different recording modes and the corresponding output terminals are given in the table below O O O HD SD SDI COMPONENT OUT HDV DV Terminal S VIDEO Terminal D Terminal Terminals HD 1920x1080 D3 1440x1080 MPEG TS SD in 4 3 640x480 D1 SD Normal DV SD SD in 16 9 640x480 D1 SD DV SD Connection to a High Definition TV or Monitor HDTV HiVision 1 Using the SD HD SDI Terminal Open the terminal cover CH3 AUDIO2 IN OUT e IN OUT Signal flow 9 BNC Cable commercially available gt Signal flow gt Stereo Cable supplied The audio signal is separate from
167. you set the MODE SELECT switch to HD 47 SD Changing the Aspect Ratio When recording in standard definition SD you can change the aspect ratio of your recording to 16 9 or 4 3 2 Set the MODE SELECT switch to SD 16 9 SD 4 3 The camcorder s viewfinder has a 16 9 aspect ratio If you select the 4 3 aspect ratio the picture will appear in the center of the screen with black side panels If you change the position of the MODE SELECT switch while recording the aspect ratio will not 2 change immediately It changes once you pause recording O TV sets with S1 Video terminals Recording made with a 16 9 aspect ratio will automatically be played in widescreen mode if you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S1 VIDEO terminal O TV sets equipped with the ID 1 System Recording made with a 16 9 aspect ratio will automatically be played in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S S1 VIDEO terminal or the VIDEO terminal O When recording in 4 3 you can attach the optional RC 72 Ratio Converter 0 8x to achieve the same angle of view of the 16 9 aspect ratio 48 End Search You can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene END SEARCH button o 6A AV M 6 Press the END SEARCH button appears The camcorder rewinds fast fo

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