PUB. DIE-0426-000 Digital Cinema Camera Instruction Manual C Y P O The warranty information for Australia and New Zealand is at the end of this Instruction Manual.
Important Usage Instructions 2 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, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING. 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.
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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.
Important Safety Instructions 4 In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” refers to the Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C500 / EOS C500 PL and all its accessories. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8.
Highlights of the EOS C500/C500 PL The Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C500/C500 PL has been designed with the discerning professional in mind. It is truly a cinematographer’s camera. The following are just some of the many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality. 5 4K Recording System with Cinema Quality Advanced 4K-compatible Super 35mm CMOS sensor The camera is equipped with a Super 35mm CMOS sensor that captures video at an effective pixel count of 8.
Pro-level connectivity In addition to the 3G-SDI terminals mentioned previously, the HD/SD SDI terminal can output YCC 4:2:2 10-bit (8-bit effective) HD/SD video as well as audio and time code signals. Genlock synchronization (A 88), the TIME CODE terminal (A 89, 91) and SYNC OUT terminal allow the camera to be part of any multi-camera shooting setup. Customization The camera features several customization options.
Table of Contents 7 1. Introduction 11 About this Manual 11 Conventions Used in this Manual 11 Supplied Accessories 13 Names of Parts 14 Terminals 19 Monitor Unit 20 Handle Unit 22 4K Workflow Overview 23 2.
ND Filter 73 Using the ND Filter 73 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 73 2 Adjusting the Aperture 74 Using the Control Dial 74 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 74 White Balance 76 Setting the White Balance 76 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 77 Adjusting the Focus 79 Adjusting the Focus Manually 79 2 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 79 Using the Focus Assistance Functions 80 Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 82 Displaying Onscreen Markers 82 Displaying Zebra Patterns 83 Setting the Time Code
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1 Introduction 11 About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon EOS C500/C500 PL. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camera and retain it for future reference. Should the camera fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 184). Conventions Used in this Manual • IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camera’s operation. • NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. • A: Reference page number.
About this Manual 12 The arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus (A 31). For a concise summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix Menu Options (A 167).
Supplied Accessories Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camera. 13 1 2 3 Monitor Unit Handle Unit Body Cap1 Battery Charger CG-940 (incl. power cord) BP-955 Battery Pack (incl. terminal cover) Eye Cup Viewfinder Cap CA-940 Compact Power Adapter (incl. power cord) C DC-940 DC Cable (incl. cable tie) SS-1200 Shoulder Strap Tape Measure Hooks1 (x 2) Canon XF Utilities Disc3 Y P O Adapter Base for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.
Names of Parts Names of Parts 14 6 7 1 8 2 9 3 10 11 4 5 12 Y P O 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 C MAGN. (magnification) button (A 80)/ Assignable button 1 (A 111) PEAKING button (A 80) / Assignable button 2 (A 111) ND FILTER +/- buttons (A 73) ZEBRA button (A 83)/ Assignable button 3 (A 111) WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 100)/ Assignable button 4 (A 111) Q switch (A 28) Tally lamp (A 53) DISP. (display) button (A 57,129)/BATT.
Names of Parts 15 17 Terminals (A 19) 18 17 MIC (microphone) terminal (A 92) C Y P O 18 GRIP terminal This terminal is the same as the grip unit connection terminal on the C300 / C300 PL camcorder.
Names of Parts 3 2 16 24 20 25 21 19 26 2 EF Lens mount 19 20 21 22 Mount handle (A 35) EF Lens mount index (A 34) EF-S Lens mount index (A 34) EF Lens contacts (A 34) 23 START/STOP button (A 53) Y P O 22 23 23 3 PL Lens mount C 24 Bayonet ring handles (A 37) 25 PL Lens index pin (A 37) 26 Bayonet ring (A 37)
Names of Parts 39 17 27 40 41 28 29 30 42 31 32 33 34 43 44 45 35 36 37 38 35 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 C 46 Y P O 47 48 Viewfinder unit Viewfinder unit LOCK/RELEASE screw (A 194) (rear panel’s backlight) button (A 59) FUNC.
Names of Parts 18 51 52 53 54 50 53 50 Tape measure hooks Use the hooks to accurately measure the distance from the focal plane. 51 Focal plane marks 52 Socket for the WFT Attachment Bracket (A 51) C 53 Strap mounts (A 41) 54 Accessory shoe with mounting hole for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws For attaching accessories such as the optional VL-10Li II Battery Video Light. Y P O 57 58 55 56 55 TB-1 Tripod Base for tripods with 0.95 cm (3/8 in.
Names of Parts Terminals 19 59 60 61 62 63 64 69 65 66 67 71 70 72 68 Y P O 59 EXT (modular unit) terminals 1 and 2 (A 37) 60 REMOTE terminal For connecting commercially available remote controllers.
Names of Parts Monitor Unit 20 1 2 Operation panel (A 21) 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 C LCD panel MIRROR button (A 39) Microphone lock screw (A 92) Microphone holder (A 92) Microphone cable clamp (A 92) XLR terminals CH1 (right) and CH2 (left) (A 92) Y P O 5 6
Names of Parts Operation panel 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 7 8 9 10 11 12 19 20 Y P O 21 22 23 24 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 C DISP. (display) button (A 57, 129) Ñ (stop) button (A 128)/ Assignable button 14 (A 111) WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 100)/ Assignable button 8 (A 111) Ú (skip backward) button (A 130)/ Assignable button 13 (A 111) EDGE MON.
Names of Parts Handle Unit 22 1 3 2 4 1 2 3 4 Mounting hole for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.
4K Workflow Overview 4K Workflow Overview The following illustrates the typical 4K workflow for this camera. 23 Operating modes: Recording Post-production Full-quality data RAW data 3G-SDI connection Cinema RAW Development External 4K recorder Color grading RAW recording Proxy data CF card HD recording MXF data EDL Y P O NLE Supplied plugin C Shoot in 4K mode (A 62) and record 4K RAW data using an external recorder connected to the camera’s 3G-SDI terminals (A 43).
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2 Preparations 25 Preparing the Power Supply You can power the camera using a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. If you connect the compact power adapter to the camera while a battery pack is attached, the camera will draw power from the power outlet. Charge battery packs before use. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging Times (A 198) and Recording and Playback Times (A 198).
Preparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 26 2 Slide the BATT. OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow and open the battery compartment cover. 3 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment as shown in the illustration and press it gently toward the left until it clicks. 4 Close the battery compartment cover. Removing the Battery Pack 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. Y P O 2 Slide the BATT.
Preparing the Power Supply Press the BATT. INFO button to display the remaining battery level indicator (displays for 5 seconds). Depending on the battery life, the battery information may not be displayed. NOTES • The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camera until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be displayed accurately.
Preparing the Power Supply Turning the Camera On and Off The camera has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings and MEDIA ( mode for playing back recordings. Select the operating mode using the Q switch. 28 To turn on the camera Set the Q switch to CAMERA for mode or MEDIA for mode. • If a message appears prompting you to open the MON./3G-SDI terminal cover, open the cover to shoot in 4K or 2K mode. CAMERA mode MEDIA mode: Allows you to play back recordings made on a CF card.
Date, Time and Language Settings Date, Time and Language Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of the camera before you can start using it. When the camera’s clock is not set, the [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically with the first field selected (month or day, depending on the country/region of purchase). Operating modes: 1 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the month/day then move (Ð) to the next field.
Date, Time and Language Settings Displaying the Date and Time while Recording [£ LCD/VF Setup] You can display the date and time on the screen. 30 [Custom Display 2] Operating modes: [Date/Time] 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select [£ LCD/VF Setup]. [Off] 3 Select [Custom Display 2] and then [Date/Time] in a similar fashion. 4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the information to display.
Using the Menus Using the Menus In mode, many of the camera’s functions can be adjusted from the menu for general settings, which opens after pressing the MENU button. You can also register frequently used menu settings in a customized submenu (My Menu) for easy access. In mode, press the MENU button to open the menu for general settings or SET to open the clip menu for clip operations. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to Menu Options (A 167).
Using the Menus 5 Push the joystick right or press SET. • The orange selection frame will appear on a setting option. • Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous submenu. 32 6 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the desired setting option and then press SET. • Depending on the menu item, additional selections may be necessary. 7 Press the MENU button to close the menu. NOTES • Unavailable items may appear grayed out. • Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.
Using the Menus Removing Menu Settings [¥ My Menu] 1 Open the My Menu [Delete] screen. [¥ My Menu] > [Edit] > [Delete] [Edit] 2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the setting you want to remove and then press SET. [Delete] 3 Select [OK] and then press SET twice. Resetting the My Menu Submenu [¥ My Menu] 1 Reset all the menu settings registered to the My Menu submenu. [¥ My Menu] > [Edit] > [Reset All] [Edit] 2 Select [OK] and then press SET twice.
Preparing the Camera Preparing the Camera 34 This section outlines the basic preparations for the camera such as attaching a lens and attaching the modular units to the camera: monitor unit, handle unit, eye cup, etc. This section also covers how to adjust the viewfinder and LCD screen. Your camera is nothing if not versatile and you can choose the configuration that best fits your needs and shooting conditions.
Preparing the Camera Index mark 2 Attaching an EF Lens 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Turn the mount handle clockwise until it stops. 3 Remove the body cap from the camera and any dust caps from the lens. 4 Align the lens and mount making sure that the index marks are aligned. • EF lenses: Align the red mark on the lens with the red EF Lens mount index mark on the camera. • EF-S lenses: Align the white mark on the lens with the white EF-S Lens mount index mark on the camera.
Preparing the Camera Changing a Lens While Maintaining the Time Code’s Progress You can change the lens while the camera is turned on and the time code is running. 36 Operating modes: 1 Press and hold the LENS EXCHANGE button for 1 second. • The camera enters lens exchange mode and the tally lamp will flash twice every 2 seconds. During this time, the time code will continue running. • While the camera is in lens exchange mode, only the Q switch and LENS EXCHANGE button can be operated.
Preparing the Camera 3 Attaching a PL Lens 1 Hold a bayonet ring handle and turn the bayonet ring counterclockwise to remove the body cap and remove any dust caps from the lens. 37 2 Attach the lens to the camera aligning a groove on the lens with the PL lens index pin on the mount. 3 Turn the bayonet ring clockwise to fix the lens in place. PL lens index pin 3 Removing a PL Lens 1 Turn the bayonet ring handles counter-clockwise.
Preparing the Camera Using the Viewfinder Adjusting the Viewfinder’s Position 38 1 Gently pull out the viewfinder until it stops. 2 Adjust the viewfinder’s angle as necessary. • The viewfinder unit can be adjusted up to 60º vertically. Attaching and Detaching the Eye Cup Attach the eye cup so that it covers the rubber portion of the viewfinder unit. • The dioptric adjustment dial can be operated even with the eye cup attached.
Preparing the Camera Attaching the Viewfinder Cap Pointing the viewfinder lens at the sun or other strong light sources may cause damage to internal components. When you are not using the viewfinder, make sure to attach the viewfinder cap to the viewfinder. This will also protect the viewfinder from scratches and dirt. Attach the viewfinder cap by inserting it into the rubber portion of the viewfinder unit.
Preparing the Camera Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen 40 You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness, and backlight of the viewfinder and LCD screen independently of each other. These adjustments will not affect your recordings. [£ LCD/VF Setup] [LCD Setup] [VF Setup] Operating modes: 1 Open the setup menu for the viewfinder or LCD screen. [£ LCD/VF Setup] > [LCD Setup] or [VF Setup] 2 Select [Brightness], [Contrast], [Color], [Sharpness] or [Backlight] and then press SET.
Preparing the Camera Using a Tripod with 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) Mounting Screws To use a tripod with 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) mounting screws, first attach the supplied tripod adapter base to the camera and then attach the tripod to the adapter base. 1 Remove the original TB-1 tripod base from the camera. • Remove the 4 screws and then remove the base. 2 Attach the supplied tripod adapter base for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) tripods. • Firmly screw in the 4 screws. 3 Attach the tripod. • Firmly screw in the tripod screw.
Preparing the Camera Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers 42 You can remove the plastic covers of the following terminals and SD card slot to access them more readily. For information on removing the MON./3G-SDI terminal cover, refer to Connecting to a 4K- or 2K-Compatible External Recorder (A 43).
Connecting to a 4K- or 2K-Compatible External Recorder Connecting to a 4K- or 2K-Compatible External Recorder When you use this camera to make 4K or 2K recordings, you must connect the camera to an external recorder* using the 3G-SDI terminals. In addition to a video signal, the 3G-SDI terminals output an audio signal, time code signal, metadata and clip name information.
Connecting to a 4K- or 2K-Compatible External Recorder Video signal output from the 3G-SDI terminals The following summarizes the video signal output from the 3G-SDI terminals for general shooting situations. The figures in parentheses apply to 2K mode. Video configuration (A 62) 44 System priority / Recording mode 4K / RAW 2K / 12-bit 2K / 10-bit 4K / HRAW 2K / 10-bit 1 2 Output signal Frame rate 3G-SDI 1 terminal 3G-SDI 2 terminal 59.94P 29.97P1 29.97P1 29.97P 29.97P 2 29.97P2 23.
Preparing Recording Media Preparing Recording Media The camera records MXF clips to 1 CompactFlash (CF) cards and photos* to . SD and / SDHC memory cards. The camera is equipped with two CF card slots. Initialize recording media (A 47) when you use them with this camera for the first time. * The camera can record custom picture files and a camera settings file onto the SD card as well.
Preparing Recording Media Removing a CF card , 1 Wait until the access indicator for the card slot with the CF card to be removed is off. 46 2 Slide the CF card slot cover switch in the direction of the arrow. • The CF card slot cover will open upward (slot A) or downward (slot B). 3 Push the CF card release button. • The release button partially pops out. , 4 Push in the CF card release button to release the CF card. 5 Pull the CF card all the way out and close the CF card slot cover.
Preparing Recording Media • If you set the [w Other Functions] > [Media Access LED] function to [Off], the access indicators will not illuminate. Initializing the Recording Media The first time you use any recording media with this camera, initialize it first. You can also initialize a recording media to permanently delete all the data it contains.
Preparing Recording Media Switching Between the CF Card Slots 48 The camera features two CF card slots, CF2 (CF card slot A) and CF3 (CF card slot B). If both slots contain a CF card, you can switch between them as necessary. Operating modes: Press the SLOT SELECT button. • The access indicator of the selected CF card slot will illuminate in green. On the screen, the CF card selected is indicated with a Ð mark next to the CF card icon and in the rear panel, with a Î mark on top of the CF card icon.
Preparing Recording Media • If a CF card becomes full during double slot recording, recording on both cards will stop. On the other hand, if an error occurs with one of the cards, recording will continue on the other card. • Double slot recording cannot be used with relay recording or slow & fast motion recording.
Adjusting the Black Balance Adjusting the Black Balance You can have the camera adjust the black balance automatically when ambient temperature changes considerably or if there is a noticeable change in a true black video signal. 50 Operating modes: 1 Open the [ABB] screen. [~ Camera Setup] [~ Camera Setup] > [ABB] [ABB] 2 Attach the body cap to the lens mount. • If a lens was attached, remove the lens and replace the body cap. 3 Select [OK] and then press SET.
Remote Operation Via the Wi-Fi Remote Application Remote Operation Via the Wi-Fi Remote Application You can attach an optional WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter to the camera and operate the camera remotely via Wi-Fi Remote, a Web browser application that can be accessed using the Web browser on any device compatible with Wi-Fi networks*.
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3 Recording 53 Recording Video This section explains the recording basics. Before you use an external recorder, make sure it is operating correctly. Before you begin recording on a CF card, make a test recording first to check if the camera is operating correctly. Record for approximately 6 minutes at 50 Mbps (A 62). Should the camera fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (A 184). For details on recording audio, refer to Recording Audio (A 92).
Recording Video 3 Select [4K], [2K] or [MXF] and then press SET. 54 • The system priority changes to the selected menu item. Hereafter, each mode will be referred to in this manual as “4K mode”, “2K mode” and “MXF mode”, respectively. • Select [4K] or [2K] to record a 4K or 2K clip* on an external recorder. Select [MXF] to record only an MXF clip (HD video) on a CF card. • During 4K mode, [RAW] appears on the upper right of the screen and the icon appears on the rear panel.
Recording Video Recording operation Time code Locking the Controls in Recording Mode Once in mode, you can set the Q switch to C (key lock) to lock all the physical controls (buttons and switches) on the camera*, save for the START/STOP button. In such case, you can use Wi-Fi Remote to operate the camera. This is useful in preventing settings from being changed due to inadvertently pressing one of the buttons. Return the Q switch to the CAMERA position to reactivate the controls.
Recording Video 56 IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the CF2 or CF3 access indicator is illuminated in red. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not open the CF card slot cover of the CF card slot being accessed and remove the CF card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camera. • Be sure to save your recordings regularly (A 152), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data.
Recording Video Onscreen Displays Refer to this section for an explanation of the various screen displays that appear in mode. You can use the custom display function (A 123) to turn off individual onscreen displays if they are not required.
Recording Video 1 CF card status/available recording time 58 • The following indicates the CF card status. 2/3 Can record on CF card 4/5 No CF card or cannot record on CF card The CF card selected for recording is indicated with a Ð mark. 2 CF card recording operation (4K and 2K modes) • When double slot recording (A 48) is activated, the 4 icon will appear to the left of the operation indicator.
Recording Video Rear Panel Displays You can check the following information on the rear panel. This allows you to easily adjust main camera functions like the shutter speed, white balance and ISO speed/gain even when the monitor unit is not attached to the camera without having to use the viewfinder.
Recording Video Canon Log Gamma and CINEMA Preset The Canon Log gamma setting makes full use of the newly developed image sensor to offer spectacular dynamic range. 60 When you record clips on an external recorder in 4K and 2K modes, the camera applies Canon Log gamma to video output from the 3G-SDI terminals and MON. terminals*. When you record MXF clips on a CF card, you can use custom picture settings (A 114) to enable Canon Log gamma and other settings.
Recording Video Using the Internal Cooling Fan During mode, the camera uses an internal cooling fan that is always on by default to reduce the camera’s internal heat. Alternatively, you can set the cooling fan to activate when the camcorder’s internal temperature reaches a predetermined level. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Fan] submenu. [w Other Functions] [w Other Functions] > [Fan] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET.
Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Resolution and Frame Rate Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Resolution and Frame Rate 62 Before you shoot, select the type of recording, resolution (frame size), frame rate and other settings that best match your creative needs. The options available will depend on whether the camera is in 4K mode, 2K mode or MXF mode, as well as the system frequency setting.
Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Resolution and Frame Rate 2 Select the desired recording mode and then press SET. [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] Available recording modes by system priority System priority Recording mode Description RAW Standard recording mode for 4K clips. This recording mode features a 10-bit bit depth and should be used if you plan to develop the clip using the Cinema RAW Development software.
Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Resolution and Frame Rate Selecting the Frame Rate [ This procedure is not necessary for 24.00 Hz recordings because the frame rate will automatically be set to [24.00P]. 64 4K/2K/MXF Setup] [4K (4096/3840)] [2K (2048/1920)] 1 Open the [Frame Rate] submenu. [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] > [4K (4096/3840)] or [2K (2048/1920)] > [Frame Rate] [Frame Rate] 2 Select the desired frame rate and then press SET.
Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Resolution and Frame Rate Video configuration for external recording System priority Recording mode Resolution Video configuration recorded on CF card Frame rate Bit rate / Resolution Frame rate 59.94P 29.97P 12-bit 10-bit 2048×1080 1920×1080 2K 23.98P 50.00P 29.97P 50 Mbps / 1920x1080 35 Mbps / 1920x1080 25 Mbps / 1440x1080 23.98P 25.00P 25.00P 10-bit 2048×1080 1920×1080 24.00P 50 Mbps / 1920x1080 24.00P 59.
Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Resolution and Frame Rate Selecting the System Frequency [ 1 Open the [System Frequency] submenu. [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] > [System Frequency] 66 4K/2K/MXF Setup] [System Frequency] 2 Select a desired option and then press SET. • The camera will restart in the selected mode. [59.94 Hz] or [50.00 Hz]* * Depending on the country/region of purchase. Selecting the Bit Rate and Resolution [ 1 Open the [Bit Rate/Resolution] submenu to set the bit rate and resolution.
Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. Button Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. Button You can adjust three main camera functions –shutter speed, white balance and ISO speed/gain– using the FUNC. button (direct setting mode). In direct setting mode, you can change settings using the LCD screen/ viewfinder or using only the rear panel, which is convenient when the monitor unit is not attached to the camera. This section will explain the basic operation of the direct setting mode.
Shutter Speed Shutter Speed Set the shutter speed based on the recording conditions. For example, you may want to set slower shutter speeds in darker environments. The camera offers the following 5 modes. 68 Operating modes: [Speed]: Allows you to set the shutter speed (in fractions of a second). You can select the increment to use when adjusting the shutter speed between 1/3-stop and 1/4-stop increments. [Angle]: You can set the shutter angle to determine the shutter speed.
Shutter Speed Changing the Shutter Speed Mode and Value 1 Open the shutter [Mode] submenu. [~ Camera Setup] [~ Camera Setup] > [Shutter] > [Mode] 2 Select the desired mode and then press SET. • If you selected [Speed] you can select the increment scale to use when adjusting the shutter speed; otherwise, skip to step 5. 69 [Shutter] [Mode] 3 Open the [Shutter Increment] submenu. [~ Camera Setup] > [Shutter] > [Shutter Increment] [Angle] 4 Select [1/3 stop] or [1/4 stop] and then press SET.
Shutter Speed Using Slow Shutter Mode 70 When recording in dark surroundings, you can obtain a brighter picture by using slow shutter mode. You can also use this mode when you wish to add certain effects to your recordings, such as blurring the background during panning shots or recording a moving subject with an afterimage trail. • Image quality may not be as good as when using faster shutter speeds in brighter surroundings.
ISO Speed/Gain ISO Speed/Gain Depending on the shooting conditions you may want to adjust the brightness of the image. You can do so by changing the ISO speed or gain value to adjust the sensitivity of the sensor.
ISO Speed/Gain Using the Control Dial 72 You can adjust the value of the ISO speed or gain using the control dial on the camera. You will need to set the control dial’s function to [ISO/Gain] in advance. Control dial Assigning ISO Speed/Gain Control to the Control Dial 1 Open the [Control Dial] submenu. [w Other Functions] > [Custom Function] > [Control Dial] 2 Select [ISO/Gain] and then press SET.
ND Filter ND Filter Using the ND filters allows you keep the aperture within an appropriate range when recording in bright surroundings*. * Closing down the aperture when recording under bright conditions may cause the picture to appear soft or out of focus. To avoid the loss of sharpness due to diffraction, use a denser ND filter or a faster shutter speed (A 68). Operating modes: Using the ND Filter Press the ND FILTER + or - button to select the desired ND filter setting.
2 Adjusting the Aperture 2 Adjusting the Aperture 74 You can affect the brightness of your recordings or change the depth of field by adjusting the aperture. For example, use a small aperture value for a shallow depth of field that isolates the subject in focus and nicely blurs the background. Available aperture values will vary depending on the EF lens attached to the camera. Operating modes: Using the Control Dial You can adjust the aperture value of most EF lenses using the control dial on the camera.
2 Adjusting the Aperture 1 Press the current aperture value on the Wi-Fi Remote screen. 2 Select the desired aperture value from the list. • You may need to scroll up/down to see all the available values. • Alternatively, you can press IRIS [+] to open the aperture or IRIS [-] to close the aperture in 1/8-stop increments. (Onscreen displays will show the closest 1/3-stop aperture value.) • The selected value will be displayed on the Wi-Fi Remote screen and will be applied on the lens.
White Balance White Balance The camera uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture and ensure accurate colors under different lighting conditions. There are 3 methods of setting the white balance. 76 Custom white balance: You can use a white object to establish the white balance and set it to one of two custom white balance positions, ÅA or ÅB. Set color temperature: Allows you to set the color temperature between 2,000 K and 15,000 K.
White Balance 3 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the adjustment value and then press SET. • The selected adjustment value will be set and the camera will exit the direct setting mode. • On the screen: The selected adjustment value will appear next to the white balance icon. On the rear panel: The adjustment value display will disappear and the display will return to normal (all displays will reappear).
White Balance • The selected value will be displayed on the Wi-Fi Remote screen and will be applied on the camera. 78 White balance fine-tuning Color temperature If you selected ÅA or ÅB: 3 Point the camera at a white object so that it fills the whole screen. • Use the same lighting conditions you plan to use when recording. • Make sure the white object fills the screen until the procedure is completed. 4 Press [Å]. Y P O • If a custom white balance has not yet been stored, [Å] will flash slowly.
Adjusting the Focus Adjusting the Focus The camera does not have automatic focus control and focusing is done manually using the focus ring on the attached lens. Nevertheless, the camera offers focus assistance functions to help you adjust the focus more accurately. 2 only: You can adjust the focus of an attached EF lens remotely using the Wi-Fi Remote application. Operating modes: Adjusting the Focus Manually Turn the focus ring on the attached lens to adjust the focus.
Adjusting the Focus 80 NOTES • If the focus mode switch on the EF lens is set to MF, you will not be able control the focus through remote operation. Depending on the lens used, remote operation may not work correctly. • If you operate the zoom after focusing, the focus on the subject may be lost. • If you focus manually and then leave the camera with the power turned on, the focus on the subject may be lost after a while.
Adjusting the Focus Press the MAGN. button. • ^ appears at the lower center of the screen and the center of the picture is magnified approximately 2 times*. • Press the button again to cancel the magnification. * The magnification that appears on the LCD screen, viewfinder screen and external monitor is different. The magnification also differs based on the video configuration. • • • • NOTES Peaking appears on the camera screen and an external monitor connected to the MON. 1 terminal.
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 82 Using onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is correctly framed and is within the appropriate safe area. The zebra patterns help you identify areas that are overexposed. The onscreen displays and zebra pattern appear on the camera screen and an external monitor connected to the MON. 1 terminal.
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Grid 83 Center marker NOTES • You can turn off all onscreen displays except for the onscreen markers (A 57). • If you set an assignable button to [Markers] (A 111), you can press the button to turn the onscreen markers on and off. • If you selected [Side Crop] for the [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] > [MON. 1 & 2] > [Resize Output] setting while video is output from the MON. 1 terminal: - The [1.85:1] aspect ratio marker will not be displayed.
Setting the Time Code Setting the Time Code 84 While recording, the camera can generate a time code signal and embed it in your recordings. You can have the camera output the time code signal from the 3G-SDI terminals, MON. terminals, HD/SD SDI terminal or TIME CODE terminal (A 91). In addition, you can superimpose the time code on video output from the HDMI OUT terminal or SYNC OUT terminal.
Setting the Time Code Setting the Time Code’s Initial Value If you set the time code mode to [Preset], you can set the initial value of the time code. 1 Open the time code [Setting] submenu. [¤ TC/UB Setup] > [Time Code] > [Setting] [¤ TC/UB Setup] [Time Code] [Setting] 2 Select [Set] and then press SET. • The time code setting screen appears with an orange selection frame indicating the hours. • To reset the time code to [00:00:00.00], select [Reset] instead.
Setting the Time Code About the Time Code Display An icon may appear next to the time code depending on the operation. Refer to the following table. Icon 86 Description R The time code is set to [Regen.]. P The time code is set to [Preset] and the running mode is set to [Rec Run]. F The time code is set to [Preset] and the running mode is set to [Free Run]. E Time code signal is coming from an external source. H Time code display is on hold. No icon Time code during clip playback.
Setting the User Bit Setting the User Bit The user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording, or an identification code consisting of 8 characters in the hexadecimal system. There are sixteen possible characters: the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A to F. If user bit information is being received along with an external time code, you can also record the external user bit on the recording media. The user bit information can be output from the 3G-SDI terminals, MON.
Synchronizing with an External Device Synchronizing with an External Device 88 Using genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camera’s video signal to that of an external video device. Similarly, using an external time code signal, you can synchronize this camera’s time code to the external signal. Using the external time code signal with multiple cameras allows you to set up a multi-camera recording. You can also output the time code signal from this camera to achieve the same result.
Synchronizing with an External Device Time Code Signal Input An external SMPTE-standard LTC timing signal received from the TIME CODE terminal will be recorded as the time code. The user bit of the external timing signal can also be recorded. Before connecting the device, set the TIME CODE terminal to input. Also, you must set the running mode of the time code to [Free Run] (A 84). Operating modes: [¤ TC/UB Setup] [Time Code] [TC In/Out] [In] 1 Open the [TC In/Out] submenu.
Synchronizing with an External Device Reference Video Signal Output You can output the camera’s video signal as a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal) through the SYNC OUT terminal to synchronize an external device to this camera. 90 Operating modes: In mode, you must first set [¤ TC/UB Setup] > [Time Code] > [24P TC/Sync] to [Normal], which is the default setting. In mode or if the default setting has not been changed in mode, start from step 3 below.
Synchronizing with an External Device Video configuration SYNC OUT terminal HD Sync1 System priority Resolution Frame rate mode Normal2 1920×1080 MXF 1280×720 1 2 59.94i 1080/59.94i 29.97P 1080/29.97 (P/PsF) 23.98P 1080/23.98 (P/PsF) 50.00i 1080/50.00i 25.00P 1080/25.00 (P/PsF) 24.00P 1080/24.00 (P/PsF) 59.94P 720/59.94P 29.97P 720/29.97P 23.98P 720/23.98P 50.00P 720/50.00P 25.00P 720/25.00P 24.00P 720/24.00P XF Legacy mode Blk Burst 91 1080/59.94i 1080/59.
Recording Audio Recording Audio 92 The camera features two-channel linear PCM audio recording and playback with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz. You can record audio using commercially available microphones (XLR terminal, MIC terminal) or line input (XLR terminal). You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2. An audio signal will be output with the video signal from the 3G-SDI terminals, MON. terminals and HD/SD SDI terminal.
Recording Audio Selecting the Audio Input from the XLR Terminals Using the XLR terminals CH1 and CH2, you can record audio independently to the two audio channels from a microphone or analog audio input source. Note that the camera’s MIC terminal is given priority over the XLR terminals. To record audio from the XLR terminals, be sure not to connect any microphones to the MIC terminal. Switching Between Microphone and Line Input Set the XLR terminal switch of the desired channel to LINE or MIC.
Recording Audio Adjusting the Audio Level from the XLR Terminals You can set the audio recording level for audio input from the XLR terminals to auto or manual for each channel. 94 Automatic Audio Level Adjustment Set the ã switch of the desired channel to A (automatic) to let the camera automatically adjust that channel’s audio level.
Recording Audio Adjusting the Microphone’s Sensitivity You can adjust the microphone’s sensitivity if the XLR terminal switch is set to MIC or MIC+48V. 1 Open the desired XLR terminal’s sensitivity submenu. [¡ Audio Setup] > [Audio Input] > [XLR1 Mic Trimming] or [XLR2 Mic Trimming] 2 Select the desired level and then press SET.
Recording Audio Activating the Microphone’s Attenuator If the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted, activate the microphone attenuator (20 dB). 96 [¡ Audio Setup] [Audio Input] 1 Open the [MIC Att.] submenu. [¡ Audio Setup] > [Audio Input] > [MIC Att.] [MIC Att.] 2 Select [On] and then press SET. [Off] Monitoring the Audio with Headphones Connect headphones* to the × (headphone) terminal to monitor the recorded audio.
Using Metadata Using Metadata The camera automatically adds metadata to MXF clips, which are recorded on a CF card. You can use the supplied Canon XF Utility software to check and search for specific metadata. You can also create and transfer a user memo remotely using the Wi-Fi Remote application (A 51). Metadata Components Entering content Metadata Checking content Camera Canon XF Utility Wi-Fi Remote Canon XF Utility – Ü1 Ü Ü GPS information: altitude, latitude and longitude.
Using Metadata Setting a User Memo Using Wi-Fi Remote 98 After completing the necessary preparations (A 51) you create a user memo profile and transfer it to the camera from a Wi-Fi-enabled device using the Wi-Fi Remote application.
Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal You can have the camera generate and record color bars and/or a 1 kHz audio reference signal and output them from the 3G-SDI terminals1, MON. terminals1, HD/SD SDI terminal, HDMI OUT terminal, SYNC OUT terminal2 and × (headphone) terminal1. 1 2 Outputs audio reference signal only. Outputs color bars only.
Video Scopes Video Scopes 100 The camera can display a simplified waveform monitor or vectorscope. It can also display an edge monitor* to help you focus. The video scopes appear only on the LCD screen. They do not appear in the viewfinder or on an external monitor. In order to use the video scopes, the monitor unit must be attached to the camera. * The edge monitor looks at the focus of the entire picture and displays the results as a waveform. The edge monitor is available only in mode.
Video Scopes Configuring the Vectorscope The camera’s vectorscope function offers 2 modes. You can also change the gain. [w Other Functions] [WFM (LCD)] 1 Open the [Vectorscope] submenu. [w Other Functions] > [WFM (LCD)] > [Vectorscope] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET. • If you do not need to change the gain, you do not need to perform steps 3 and 4. [Vectorscope] [Normal] 3 Open the vectorscope [Gain] submenu.
Adding Marks while Recording MXF Clips Adding Marks while Recording MXF Clips 102 When recording on a CF card, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a “shot mark” (!). There are two types of shot marks, shot mark 1 (") and shot mark 2 (#), and you can add either or both types to a single clip. You can also add an OK mark ($) or check mark (%) to the entire clip to flag clips you want to set apart. You can add all four types of marks remotely using the Wi-Fi Remote application.
Adding Marks while Recording MXF Clips NOTES • There may be up to a 0.5 second delay from when you press the button to when the camera adds the shot mark. When using the Wi-Fi Remote application, the delay may be longer depending on the conditions of the wireless signal. • When you are using interval recording or frame recording mode, you cannot add shot marks to a clip. • When a clip contains either shot mark, ! will appear next to the clip’s thumbnail in the playback index screen.
Reviewing an MXF Clip Reviewing an MXF Clip 104 When the camera is in recorded on a CF card. mode, you can review the last clip that was [w Other Functions] Operating modes: [Rec Review] 1 Open the [Rec Review] submenu to set the review length. [Entire Clip] [w Other Functions] > [Rec Review] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET. 3 After you finish recording, press the u button. • The last clip that was recorded is played back without audio for the selected duration.
Special Recording Modes Special Recording Modes The camera features 4 special recording modes. Interval recording ([Interval Rec]): A pre-defined number of frames at a pre-defined interval will be recorded automatically. This mode is suitable for recording subjects with little movement, such as natural surroundings or plants. Frame recording ([Frame Rec]): A pre-defined number of frames will be recorded every time you press the START/STOP button. This mode is suitable for recording stop motion animation.
Special Recording Modes Activating Interval Recording Mode and Recording 1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu. [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] > [Special Rec] 106 [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] [Special Rec] 2 Select [Interval Rec] and then press SET. • [INT STBY`] (during 4K and 2K modes) or [INT STBY] (during MXF mode) appears at the top of the screen (with [INT] flashing). [Off] 3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. • The set number of frames are recorded automatically at the set interval.
Special Recording Modes Configuring Frame Recording Mode [ 1 Open the [Rec Frames] submenu. [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] > [Frame Rec] > [Rec Frames] [Frame Rec] 2 Select the desired number of frames and then press SET. [Rec Frames] Number of Frames Recorded System priority 4K 2K MXF 4K/2K/MXF Setup] Frame rate Frames recorded [1] Any 1, 3, 6, 9 59.94i, 29.97P, 23.98P, 24.00P 59.94P, 50.00i, 50.00P, 25.00P 2, 6, 12 Activating Frame Recording Mode and Recording [ 1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.
Special Recording Modes Slow & Fast Motion Mode 108 When you set the the frame rate to a progressive frame rate (A 62), the camera can record with a frame rate (shooting frame rate) that is different from the playback frame rate. Recording a clip at a higher frame rate than the [Frame Rate] setting will result in a slow motion effect during playback (up to 1/2.5 of the original speed). Conversely, a lower frame rate will result in a fast motion effect (up to 60x the original speed).
Special Recording Modes Shooting frame rate 109 Playback frame rate 3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. • The tally lamp illuminates. • [S&F] changes to [Ü S&F] while recording. 4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording. • A clip is recorded at the set frame rate. • [S&F STBY`] (during 4K and 2K modes) or [S&F STBY] (during MXF mode) appears at the top of the screen. • The tally lamp goes out.
Special Recording Modes Pre-recording Mode 110 When pre-recording mode is activated, the camera starts recording continuously into a temporary memory of approximately 3 seconds so when you press the START/STOP button, the clip will contain also approximately 3 seconds of video and audio recorded before you pressed the button. [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] [Special Rec] [Off] Operating modes: 1 Set the system priority to MXF (A 65). 2 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.
4 Customization 111 Assignable Buttons The camera allows you to assign various functions to 15 buttons*. By assigning often-used functions, you can quickly access them with a single press of a button. Some assignable buttons are located on the monitor unit so their availability depends on the camera configuration used. * In mode, only assignable buttons 1 to 9 are available. Operating modes: C Changing the Assigned Function Y P O 1 Open the [Assign Button] submenu.
Assignable Buttons 112 NOTES • You can check the two [Assign Button] status screens (A 179) to see what functions are set for the assignable buttons. • You can reset only the functions assigned to the assignable buttons, without affecting other camera settings, with the [w Other Functions] >[Reset] > [Assignable Buttons] function. All the assignable buttons will return to their default function.
Assignable Buttons Function name A Description [FUNC. Shutter] Enters the direct setting mode with the shutter speed highlighted and ready to be adjusted. Ü – 69 [FUNC. ISO/Gain] Enters the direct setting mode with the ISO speed or gain value highlighted and ready to be adjusted. Ü – 71 [FUNC. WB] Enters the direct setting mode with the white balance highlighted and ready to be adjusted. Ü – 76 [S&F Frame Rate]* Allows you to set the shooting frame rate during slow & fast recording mode.
Custom Picture Settings Custom Picture Settings 114 You can preset a number of picture-related settings (A 117) for clips recorded on a CF card or video output from the various terminals (except the 3G-SDI terminals and MON. terminals). After changing individual settings to your preference, you can save the whole set in the camera or SD card as a custom picture file. You can then load the file at a later date to change the current settings to the preset levels you selected.
Custom Picture Settings 3 Change the setting to the desired level and then press SET. • Refer to Available Custom Picture Settings (A 117) for details on the various settings. • Repeat steps 2 and 3 for other settings, as necessary. 4 Press the CUSTOM PICTURE button to exit the custom picture menu and apply the new custom picture settings. Resetting the current file’s settings to default values 1 Select [Reset] and then press SET. 2 Select the default values and then press SET.
Custom Picture Settings Copying a File from the Camera to an SD Card 1 After selecting a file in the camera, open the [Copy To *] submenu. [+ / Transfer File] > [Copy To *] 116 [+ / Transfer File] [Copy To *] 2 Select the file slot on the SD card under which to save the file and then press SET. • If there are available slots, you can select [New File] to save the file in the first available slot. 3 Select [OK] and then press SET.
Custom Picture Settings NOTES • You can also copy a custom picture file embedded in an MXF clip to the camera (A 136). 117 Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a Recording By default, when you record an MXF clip or take a photo with custom picture settings applied to it, the custom picture file used to record it is embedded in the image file. Later, those embedded settings in the MXF clip or photo can be copied to the camera (A 164) and be applied to future recordings.
Custom Picture Settings Gamma Canon log Cine 1 Cine 2 Normal 2/3/4 Output Output 118 Normal 1 Canon Log Normal 4 Normal 3 Normal 1/2 Input Input [Black] Controls the black level and color cast of blacks. [Master Pedestal] The master pedestal increases or decreases the black level. Higher settings will make dark areas brighter but decrease contrast. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50. (Default: ±0) [Master Black] Corrects color cast in blacks.
Custom Picture Settings [Enable]: Activates/deactivates the setting. (Default: [Off]) [Level]: Specifies how saturated colors are in dark areas. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50. (Default: ±0) [Knee] Controls the upper part of the gamma curve (highlights of the image). By compressing the highlights, you can prevent parts of the image from being overexposed. This is not available when [Gamma] is set to [Cine 1], [Cine 2], [Canon Log] or [EOS Std.]. [Enable]: Activates/deactivates the setting.
Custom Picture Settings [Select]: 120 In addition to the sharpness set by [Level], [Select] sets the sharpness for areas with higher frequencies. Higher values apply more sharpness to areas with higher frequencies. Use this for subjects in which normal sharpening is not effective. This setting is not available when the video configuration is 720P. This setting can be adjusted from 0 to 15.
Custom Picture Settings [Select]: Available options are [Normal 1] to [Normal 4], [Cine 1] and [Cine 2], [Canon Log] and [EOS Std.]. Generally, this is the same setting as [Gamma]. After selecting an option, you can make more precise adjustments. (Default: [Normal 1]) [Gain]: Adjusts the color intensity. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50. (Default: ±0) [Phase]: Adjusts the color phase. This setting can be adjusted from -18 to 18.
Custom Picture Settings [Other Functions] 122 [Setup Level]: Adjusts the black level set by the [Black] and [Master Pedestal] settings. [Level]: Determines the amount of adjustment to be made. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50. (Default: ±0) [Press]: Compresses the dynamic range of the video signal so that it does not exceed 100%. Available options are [On] and [Off]. (Default: [Off]) [Clip At 100%]: When the video signal exceeds 100%, this function clips the white level at 100%.
Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customize the camera to match your shooting style and needs. Use the [w Other Functions] > [Custom Function] setting to adjust how some of the camera’s controls and functions operate in mode. Similarly, use the [£ LCD/VF Setup] > [Custom Display 1] or [Custom Display 2] setting to customize the onscreen displays that appear during recording on the screen.
Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays 1 Open the [Custom Display 1] or [Custom Display 2] submenu. [£ LCD/VF Setup] > [Custom Display 1] or [Custom Display 2] 2 Select the desired onscreen display. 124 3 Change the setting option and then press SET.
Saving and Loading Camera Settings Saving and Loading Camera Settings After you adjust custom picture settings and settings in the various menus, you can save those settings on an SD card. You can load those settings at a later date or on another C500 or C500 PL camera so that you can use that camera in that same exact way. Operating modes: Saving Camera Settings to an SD Card 1 Open the [Save To *] submenu.
Saving and Loading Camera Settings 126 C Y P O
5 Playback 127 Playing Back MXF Clips This section explains how to play back clips recorded on a CF card. For details on playing back clips using an external monitor, refer to Connecting to an External Monitor (A 144). For details on viewing photos on the SD card, refer to Viewing Photos (A 161). You cannot use this camera to play back video recorded in 4K or 2K mode on an external recorder. For details on developing RAW clips in order to play them back, refer to Developing RAW Clips (A 150).
Playing Back MXF Clips 1 2 3 128 4 5 6 7 8 $ mark/% mark (A 103, 134) Orange selection frame Relay recording: Appears when a clip begins on one CF card and continues on the other.
Playing Back MXF Clips • Playback will start from the clip selected and continue until the end of the last clip in the index screen. When the last frame of the last clip is reached, playback will be paused. • Press the Ò button again or press SET to pause/resume the playback. • Press the Ñ button to stop the playback and return to the index screen. IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the CF2 or CF3 access indicator is illuminated in red. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss.
Playing Back MXF Clips 7 Playback operation 130 Ð PLAY Ý PAUSE Ô/Ó F FWD × Ø F REV Playback Playback pause Frame reverse/Frame advance Fast playback* Fast reverse playback* * The playback speed (x5, x15 or x60) will also appear in the indicator. 9 Relay recording Appears when a clip begins on one CF card and continues uninterrupted on the other. 5 indicates the first part of the recording, 6 indicates the middle part(s) and 7 indicates the last part.
Playing Back MXF Clips Audio Output During playback, audio will be available through the × (headphone) terminal. You can adjust the headphone volume with the [¡ Audio Setup] > [Audio Output] > [Headphone Volume] setting. The audio signal will also be output through the HD/SD SDI terminal and the HDMI OUT terminal. 131 NOTES • For details on changing the audio channel, refer to Selecting the Audio Channel (A 96).
MXF Clip Operations MXF Clip Operations 132 Besides playing back a clip, you can perform other operations such as deleting a clip or displaying clip information. This is done through the clip menu, which contains different functions depending on the index screen. You can use the functions in the [w Other Functions] menu to perform some of the operations on all the clips. Refer to the following table for available functions and refer to the following pages for more details of the functions.
MXF Clip Operations • The function is enabled. For some functions, further action may be required. Follow the onscreen directions. • Press the CANCEL button instead to return to the clip index screen. IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the CF2 or CF3 access indicator is illuminated in red. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camera. - Do not open the cover of the either CF card slot.
MXF Clip Operations Displaying Custom Picture Settings 134 When displaying the [Clip Info] screen of a clip that has a custom picture file recorded with it, push the joystick down or turn the SELECT dial down to display the first of three screens with the clip’s custom picture settings ([/ Data 1/3] screen). Push the joystick down or turn the SELECT dial down to switch the [/ Data 2/3] screen J [/ Data 3/3] screen J [Lens & Q] screen J [Clip Info] screen.
MXF Clip Operations Deleting $ Marks from All Clips [w Other Functions] 1 Open the [Delete All $ Marks] submenu. [w Other Functions] > [Delete All $ Marks] 2 Select [OK] and then press SET. • All $ marks from clips on the selected CF card will be deleted. • Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation. • While the $ marks are being deleted, you can press SET to cancel. [Delete All $ Marks] 3 When the confirmation message appears, press SET.
MXF Clip Operations 136 NOTES • You cannot copy a clip if either CF card slot cover is open. • If a clip is being copied to a card that already has a clip with the same number (the last 4 digits in the clip name), then the copied clip will be renamed with the following number. Deleting Clips You can delete any clip except those with an $ mark. To delete such clips, delete the $ mark beforehand. Deleting a Single Clip 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu.
MXF Clip Operations • The [/ Data 1/3] screen appears with the orange selection frame indicating a custom picture file slot in the camera. • Alternatively, you can press the CUSTOM PICTURE button. • You can push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to display the [/ Data 2/3] and [/ Data 3/3] screens. 3 Push the joystick left/right to select the desired file slot and then press SET. 4 Select [OK] and then press SET. • The custom picture file already in the selected file slot will be overwritten.
MXF Clip Operations Displaying a Frame Index Screen of a Single Clip 138 You can display an index screen of a single clip broken down as frames at fixed intervals. This is useful when you have a long clip or wish to play back a clip from a certain point. You can change how many thumbnails are displayed. You can also perform other operations from this index screen, such as adding and deleting shot marks. 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu.
MXF Clip Operations 3 Select [Add Shot Mark 1] or [Add Shot Mark 2] and then press SET. • The clip information screen appears and it prompts you to confirm the operation. 4 Select [OK] and then press SET. • The screen changes back to the previous index screen and the selected shot mark appears next to the selected clip’s thumbnail. • Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation. NOTES • Up to 100 shot marks (" and # marks combined) can be added to a single clip. • There may be up to a 0.
MXF Clip Operations 140 C Y P O
6 External Connections 141 Video Output Configuration The video signal output from the MON. terminals, HD/SD SDI terminal, HDMI OUT terminal and SYNC OUT terminal depends on the clip’s video configuration, the capability of the external monitor (for video output from the HDMI OUT terminal) and on various menu settings. The HD/SD SDI terminal, HDMI OUT terminal and SYNC OUT terminal are able to output the onscreen displays and superimpose them on the picture of an external monitor (A 149).
Video Output Configuration Video configuration for recording System priority 142 Recording mode Resolution HDMI OUT terminal5, 8 Frame rate SYNC OUT terminal9 HD SD HD SD 1080/59.94i 480/59.94P 1080/59.94i 480/59.94i 1080/50.00i 576/50.00P 1080/50.00i 576/50.00i 24.00P 1080/60.00i – 1080/60.00i – 59.94P 720/59.94P 480/59.94P 720/59.94P 480/59.94i 50.00P 720/50.00P 576/50.00P 720/50.00P 576/50.00i 1080/59.94i 480/59.94P 1080/59.94i 480/59.94i 1080/50.00i 576/50.
Video Output Configuration Video Output Configuration for MXF Mode Refer to the following table for the video output configuration from each terminal during recording and playback. Operating modes: 143 HD/SD SDI terminal2, 3, 4 Video configuration Resolution 1920×1080 1440×1080 1280×720 1 2 3 4 5 6 Frame rate HD ( HDMI OUT terminal3, 5 HD mode) ( 59.94i 1080/59.94i 29.97P 1080/29.97 (P/PsF) 23.98P 1080/23.98 (P/PsF) 50.00i 1080/50.00i 25.00P 1080/25.00 (P/PsF) 24.00P 1080/24.
Connecting to an External Monitor Connecting to an External Monitor 144 When you connect the camera to an external monitor for recording or playback, use the terminal on camera that matches the one you wish to use on the monitor. Then, select the video signal output configuration (A 141). The camera can output video from all of the video output terminals simultaneously.
Connecting to an External Monitor Using the MON. 1 and MON. 2 Terminals During 4K and 2K modes, the camera can output video from the MON. 1 and MON. 2 terminals (MON. terminals). The signal that is output from the MON. terminals also includes audio, time code, metadata and clip name information. In addition, the camera can apply onscreen markers, zebra patterns, peaking and magnification* to the MON. 1 terminal output. Perform the following procedures to enable output from the MON.
Connecting to an External Monitor Options [Letterbox]: [Squeeze]: 146 [Side Crop]: The picture is reduced in size while maintaining the aspect ratio and black letterbox bars are added to the top and bottom of the image so that the picture has a 16:9 aspect ratio. The image is squeezed from the left and right so that the entire image fits within the screen. The image will appear normal if the external monitor also has a 1.896:1 aspect ratio.
Connecting to an External Monitor Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal [ The digital signal output from the HD/SD SDI terminal includes the video signal, audio signal and time code signal. If necessary, perform the following procedure to change the output to HD or SD*. Turning the output off will conserve the camera’s power. 4K/2K/MXF Setup] [HD/SD SDI] [Output] * Not available for 24.00 Hz recordings. Operating modes: [HD] 1 Open the [Output] submenu.
Connecting to an External Monitor 148 • If you selected [HD-Y] (HD component video, luminance signal), no more settings are necessary. If you selected [Composite] (SD analog composite signal), you can select the SD resizing method with the following procedure. • If necessary, adjust the scan mode with the [ 4K/2K/MXF Setup] (in mode) or [¢ Video Setup] (in mode) > [SYNC OUT] > [Scan Mode] setting.
Connecting to an External Monitor Superimposing Onscreen Displays to Appear on an External Monitor You can choose to superimpose onscreen displays on the video output from the HD/SD SDI terminal, HDMI OUT terminal or SYNC OUT terminal. Doing so will display the onscreen displays on an external monitor. You must set this function separately for HD and SD output. This setting will not affect your recordings. Operating modes: [ mode: 4K/2K/MXF Setup] mode: [¢ Video Setup] [HD/SD Output] [HD Onscreen Disp.
Developing RAW Clips Developing RAW Clips 150 Use the Cinema RAW Development software to develop RAW clips recorded on an external recorder connected to the camera’s 3G-SDI terminals. After you develop the clips and export them to a full-quality standard file type such as DPX, they will be ready for color grading. Visit your local Canon Web site to download the software and receive the latest information on it. Refer to the instruction manual (PDF file) included with the software for details on its use.
Developing RAW Clips Installing and Uninstalling Cinema RAW Development (Mac OS) Installing Cinema RAW Development 1 Double-click crdm-*****.dmg.gz, the file that you downloaded from the Canon Web site, to decompress it. • The file crdm-*****.dmg will be created. 2 Double-click crdm-*****.dmg. • The crdm*** icon will appear on the desktop. 3 Double-click crdm*** and then double-click CRDInstaller. 4 Select your area. 5 Select your country/region and then click Next.
Saving MXF Clips to a Computer Saving MXF Clips to a Computer Use the software on the supplied Canon XF Utilities CD-ROM to transfer MXF clips recorded on a CF card to a computer to save them. The CD-ROM contains the following. 152 햲 Canon XF Utility: Browser for transferring clips to a computer, playing back and checking video, and managing clips.
Saving MXF Clips to a Computer Apple’s NLE software plugins Refer to the following for the required applications. Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro Final Cut Pro 6.0.6 / 7.0.0 to 7.0.3 Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro X Final Cut Pro X 10.0.3 Refer to the application’s official home page for the application’s system requirements. NOTES • Even if your computer meets the system requirements, proper operation of the software cannot be guaranteed.
Saving MXF Clips to a Computer 4 Select an installation method and then click OK. • If you selected the Easy Installation installation method, skip to step 7. 154 5 Select the software to install and the destination folder. Then, click Next. 6 Click Install. C Y P O 7 Read the license agreement and click Yes to begin the installation. • If you do not select Yes, you cannot install the software. • When the installation has completed, Installation has completed successfully appears.
Saving MXF Clips to a Computer Uninstalling Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access or Canon XF Plugin 64 for Avid Media Access 1 In the Control Panel, open Programs and Features* (Windows Vista/Windows 7) or Add or Remove Programs (Windows XP). • A list of installed programs appears. 2 Select the desired plugin. 3 Click Uninstall or Uninstall/Change (Windows Vista/Windows 7) or Change/Remove (Windows XP). 4 Follow the onscreen instructions.
Saving MXF Clips to a Computer 4 Click Install. 156 5 Select the installation method and then click Next. C Y P O 6 Read the license agreement and click Agree. • If you do not select Agree, you cannot install the software. • If you selected the Easy Installation installation method, skip to step 8. 7 Select the software to install and then click Next.
Saving MXF Clips to a Computer 8 Click Next to begin the installation. 157 • When the installation has completed, Installation has finished. appears. 9 Click Finish and then remove the CD-ROM from the computer. Uninstalling the Software 1 From Applications, open Canon Utilities. 2 Move Canon XF Utility to Trash. Y P O Uninstalling Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro Move the following file to Trash. /Library/Application Support/ProApps/MIO/RAD/Plugins/CanonXF.
Saving MXF Clips to a Computer 2 Move Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access or Canon XF Plugin 64 for Avid Media Access to Trash. 158 Viewing the Software Instruction Manuals For details on using the software, refer to the instruction manual (PDF file) of each module. The instruction manuals are installed with the software. For computers running Windows, Adobe® Reader® is required.
7 Photos 159 Taking Photos You can take photos when the camera is in mode or you can capture a photo from an MXF clip when the camera is in mode. Photos are saved onto the SD card. In mode, photo size is 1920x1080*. In mode, photo size depends on the resolution setting of the clip that the photo is captured from. If the clip is 1920x1080 or 1440x1080, the photo size is 1920x1080. If the clip is 1280x720, the photo size is 1280x720.
Taking Photos 160 IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the SD card access indicator is flashing. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camera. - Do not remove the SD card. NOTES • If the LOCK switch on the SD card is set to prevent writing, you will not be able to record a photo. Change the position of the LOCK switch in advance.
Photo Playback Photo Playback You can view the photos that you took with the camera. 161 Operating modes: Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen Display the [Photos] index screen to view photos. 1 Set the Q switch to MEDIA. • The camera switches to appears. mode and the clip index screen 2 Press the INDEX button. • The index screen selection menu appears. 3 Select [Photo Index] and then press SET. • The [Photos] index screen appears.
Photo Operations Photo Operations 162 You can use the photo menu to delete a photo, protect or unprotect a photo, or copy a custom picture file embedded in a photo. You can display the photo menu from the [Photos] index screen or photo playback screen. Using the Photo Menu 1 From the [Photos] index screen, select a photo and then press SET. • If you are viewing a photo, simply press SET. • The photo menu appears. Available functions depend on the photo’s settings.
Photo Operations Deleting All Photos 1 Display the [Photos] index screen or a photo (A 161). [w Other Functions] 2 Open the [Delete All Photos] submenu. [w Other Functions] > [Delete All Photos] [Delete All Photos] 3 Select [OK] and then press SET. • All of the photos on the SD card, except for protected ones, will be deleted. • Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation. • While the photos are being deleted, you can press SET to cancel. 4 When the confirmation message appears, press SET.
Photo Operations IMPORTANT • Initializing an SD card will permanently erase all the data it contains, including protected photos and custom picture files. 164 Copying Custom Picture Files You can copy to the camera a custom picture file embedded in a photo. Custom picture files can be copied from the photo playback screen or [Photos] index screen. A custom picture file embedded in a photo recorded on an SD card with a C300 / C300 PL camcorder can be copied to this camera.
Photo Operations Photo Numbering Photos are automatically assigned consecutive numbers from 0101 to 9900, and stored on the SD card in folders containing up to 100 photos. Folders are numbered from 101 to 998. You can select the photo numbering method to be used. The photo number indicates the name and location of the file on the SD card. For example, a photo numbered 101-0107 is located in the “DCIM\101CANON” folder as the file “IMG_0107.jpg”. [w Other Functions] [Photo Numbering] [Continu.
Photo Operations 166 C Y P O
8 Additional Information 167 Menu Options For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (A 31). For details about each function, see the reference page. Menu items without a reference page are explained after the tables. Setting options in boldface indicate default values. Menu items not available appear grayed out.
Menu Options Menu item [4K (4096/3840)] Submenu 62 [Resolution]2 When [Mode] is set to [RAW]: [4096x2160], [3840x2160] When [Mode] is set to [HRAW]: [4096x1080], [3840x1080] 63 For 59.94 Hz recordings: [59.94P], [29.97P], [23.98P] For 50.00 Hz recordings: [50.00P], [25.00P] For 24.00 Hz recordings, the frame rate is set to [24.00P] and cannot be changed. 64 [Frame Rate]2 [Mode]3 [ 3 [MXF] 10-bit], [ 10-bit]8 62 [2048x1080], [1920x1080] 63 [Frame Rate]3 For 59.94 Hz recordings: [59.
Menu Options Menu item Submenu [S&F Frame Rate] Setting options During 4K mode when [Mode] is set to [RAW], or 2K mode when [Mode] is set to [ 12-bit] or [ 10-bit]: For 59.94 Hz and 24.00 Hz recordings: [1] to [30], [32] to [60]* ([24]) For 50.00 Hz recordings: [1] to [25], [26] to [50]* ([24]) During 4K mode when [Mode] is set to [HRAW], or 2K mode when [Mode] is set to [ 10-bit]: For 59.94 Hz and 24.00 Hz recordings: [1] to [60], [62] to [120]* ([24]) For 50.
Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Rec Command] [Set CF Card Slot] 170 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 [On], [Off] [Relay Rec] [On], [Off] [Double Slot Rec] [On], [Off] A – 48 The default value depends on the country/region or purchase. Available during 4K mode only. Available during 2K mode only. Available options depend on the system priority and system frequency settings. Available during MXF mode only. Available options depend on the system frequency and resolution settings.
Menu Options [¡ Audio Setup] menu Menu item [Audio Input] Submenu [CH1], [CH1/CH2] [XLR1 Mic Trimming] [+12 dB], [+6 dB], [0 dB], [-6 dB], [-12 dB] [XLR2 Mic Trimming] [XLR1 Mic Att.] [On], [Off] [XLR2 Mic Att.
Menu Options Menu item Submenu [Zebra]1 Ü – [Zebra 1], [Zebra 2], [Zebra 1&2] Ü – [Zebra 1 Level] [70 ±5%], [75 ±5%], [80 ±5%], [85 ±5%], [90 ±5%], [95 ±5%] Ü – [Zebra 2 Level]1 [70%], [75%], [80%], [85%], [90%], [95%], [100%] Ü – [Enable] [On], [Off] Ü – [Center] [White], [Gray], [Off] Ü – [Horizontal] [White], [Gray], [Off] Ü – [Grid] [White], [Gray], [Off] Ü – [Safety Zone] [White], [Gray], [Off] Ü – [Safety Zone Area] [80%], [90%], [92.
Menu Options Menu item [Custom Display 2] [Metadata Display] 1 2 Submenu A Setting options [Audio Level] [On], [Off] Ü – [Wi-Fi] [On], [Off] Ü – [Date/Time] [Date/Time], [Time], [Date], [Off] Ü – [Date/Time] [On], [Off] – Ü2 [Camera Data] [On], [Off] – Ü2 – 173 – Setting applies also to the MON. 1 terminal output. Not available in the [Photos] index screen or photo playback screen. [Audio Level]: Displays the audio level meter when set to [On].
Menu Options [Bit Rate]: Displays the bit rate when set to [On]. [Resolution]: Displays the resolution when set to [On]. [Frame Rate]: Displays the frame rate when set to [On]. 174 [Character Rec]: Displays the character recording warning icon (S) when set to [On], indicating that the onscreen displays will be recorded on the clip. [Output Display]: Displays the output display warning icon (T) when set to [On], indicating that the onscreen displays will be output to an external monitor.
Menu Options [w Other Functions] menu Menu item Submenu A Setting options [All Settings] [Cancel], [OK] Ü [Camera Settings] [Cancel], [OK] Ü – [Assignable Buttons] [Cancel], [OK] Ü Ü1 [Save To *] [Menu], [Menu+/] Ü Ü [Load From *] [Menu], [Menu+/] Ü Ü List of world time zones. [UTC-05:00 New York] or [UTC+01:00 Central Europe]2 Ü Ü [Date/Time] – Ü Ü [Date Format] [YMD], [YMD/24H], [MDY], [MDY/24H], [DMY], [DMY/24H]2 Ü Ü [Setting] [WFM], [VS], [Edge Mon.
Menu Options Menu item [Custom Function] 176 Submenu [On], [Off] [Control Dial] 2 [Iris], [ISO/Gain], [Off] 3 [ISO/Gain], [Off] [Control Dial Dir.] [Reverse], [Normal] [Grip Ctrl Dial Dir.] [Reverse], [Normal] [SELECT Dial Dir.] [Reverse], [Normal] [F. Assist. B&W] [Both], [Magnify], [Peaking], [Off] [Magn. Add. Disp.] [Peaking], [Edge Mon.
Menu Options [¥My Menu] ( mode only) Menu item [Edit] Submenu Setting options [Register] [Cancel], [OK] [Move] [Cancel], [OK] [Delete] [Cancel], [OK] [Reset All] [Cancel], [OK] C Y P O A 32 177
Displaying the Status Screens Displaying the Status Screens You can use the status screens to check the camera’s various recording- and playback-related settings. You can also output the status screens on an external monitor. 178 Operating modes: 1 Press the STATUS button. • The status screen most recently displayed will appear unless you turned off the camera or changed the operating mode.
Displaying the Status Screens [Camera] Status Screen ( mode only) 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 179 ISO speed/Gain increment (A 71) 2 Iris increment (A 74) Shutter speed increment (A 69) 4 5 2 Correction for peripheral illumination (A 36) 2 Lens model name info (A 34) [Assign Button 1/2], [Assign Button 2/2] Status Screen 1 C 1 Y P O Assignable buttons 1 to 15* (A 111) * Assignable buttons 10 to 15 do not appear in mode.
Displaying the Status Screens [Audio] Status Screen In mode 180 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 In 8 9 10 mode 7 1 2 3 4 5 XLR terminal recording channel (A 93) Microphone sensitivity (XLR terminal) (A 95) Audio peak limiter (A 94, 95) Microphone mode (MIC terminal) (A 95) Microphone recording level (MIC terminal) (A 95) [Media] Status Screen 1 2 C 6 7 8 9 10 Y P O 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 CF card A CF card B SD card Total space on CF card A Used space on CF card A Available recording time on CF card A Microphone atten
Displaying the Status Screens [4K/2K/MXF 1/2] Status Screen ( mode, 4K and 2K modes only) 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 181 5 6 7 3G-SDI terminal output status (A 43) MON. terminal output status (A 145) MON. terminal LUT output (A 146) MON.
Displaying the Status Screens [Metadata 2/2] Status Screen ( mode only) 1 2 3 182 1 2 Country code (A 170) Organization code 3 User code [Battery/Hour Meter] Status Screen 1 2 3 Remaining recording time Remaining battery level indicator Battery life indicator [/ Data 1/3] Status Screen ( C Y P O 4 5 3 4 5 Total operation time (A 176) Operation time since using [Reset Hour Meter] (A 176) mode only) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 Custom picture file name (A 114) Gamma (A 117) Master pedesta
Displaying the Status Screens [/ Data 2/3] Status Screen ( mode only) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 Sharpness settings (level, horizontal detail frequency, horizontal/vertical detail balance, and limit) (A 119) Sharpness settings (select, knee aperture gain and slope) (A 119) Level depend settings (level, slope and offset) (A 120) [/ Data 3/3] Status Screen ( 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 183 4 5 6 7 Coring settings (level, offset, curve and depth) (A 119) Noise reduction (A 120) Color matrix settings (select, gain
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camera, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. 184 Power source The camera will not turn on or it turns off by itself. - The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. - Remove the battery pack and reattach it correctly. Shortly after turning it on, the camera turns off on its own.
Troubleshooting The camera becomes hot during use. - The camera may become hot while shooting. This is not a malfunction. - The camera’s internal temperature will rise if the cooling fan filter under the MON./3G-SDI terminal cover has clogged. Replace the filter (A 195). The built-in ND filter is stuck and does not change. - The electronic motor that drives the ND filter may not be working correctly. As an emergency measure, you can operate the ND filter manually (A 196).
Troubleshooting 186 appears in red on the screen. - The camera’s internal temperature has risen while appeared in yellow on the screen. - If [Other Functions] > [Fan] is set to [On], turn off the camera and wait until the temperature has lowered. - In mode, when [Other Functions] > [Fan] is set to [Automatic], the cooling fan will start automatically ( appears on the screen). - The camera’s internal temperature will rise if the cooling fan filter under the MON./3G-SDI terminal cover has clogged.
Troubleshooting Cannot record on the SD card. - Initialize the SD card (A 47) when you use it with the camera for the first time. - The LOCK switch on the SD card is set to prevent accidental erasure. Change the position of the LOCK switch. - The SD card is full. Delete some photos (A 162) to free some space or replace the SD card. - The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value. Set the [Other Functions] > [Photo Numbering] setting to [Reset] and insert a new SD card.
Troubleshooting 188 Cannot record - Cannot record on a CF card. The file control information is corrupted or there was an encoder error. Turn off the camera and back on again. Then, remove the CF card being used and reinsert it. Alternatively, replace the CF card. If this does not solve the problem, consult a Canon Service Center. • Corrupted file control information cannot be recovered. CF cards or clips with corrupt file control information cannot be read by the supplied Canon XF Utility or plugins.
Troubleshooting CF card slot cover is open. - The CF card slot cover was open when the camera was switched to or turned on in mode. Close the cover. Change the battery pack - The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. % / $ Mark Error - Could not add a % mark or $ mark. If the message appears in not work, add the mark in mode. If the message appears in on. Then, try to add the mark again. 189 mode, try adding the mark again.
Troubleshooting Shot Mark Error - Could not add a shot mark. If the message appears in mode, try adding the mark again. If that does not work, add the mark in mode after you finish recording. If the message appears in mode, turn off the camera and then back on. Then, try to add the mark again. 190 System error - Turn off the camera and back on again. If this does not solve the problem, there may be a malfunction with the camera. Consult a Canon Service Center.
Handling Precautions Handling Precautions Camera Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Do not carry the camera by the LCD panel or monitor unit. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. • Do not leave the camera in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car parked under direct sunlight), or high humidity. • Because the camera’s temperature can rise significantly, do not hold the camera for long periods of time while shooting.
Handling Precautions 192 Long-term storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C (86 °F). • To extend the battery life of the battery pack, discharge it completely before storing it. • Charge and discharge all your battery packs fully at least once a year. Always attach the battery terminal cover. Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals (figure 1), as this can cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack.
Handling Precautions Recording Media • We recommend backing up the recordings on the recording media onto your computer. Data may be corrupted or lost due to defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon shall not be liable for lost or corrupted data. • Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt. • Do not use recording media in places subject to strong magnetic fields. • Do not leave recording media in places subject to high humidity and high temperature.
Maintenance/Others Maintenance/Others Cleaning 194 Camera Body • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camera body. Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner. Lens • Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower brush. • Use a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth to gently wipe the lens using commercially available cleaning fluid for eyeglasses. Never use tissue paper. LCD Screen • Clean the LCD screen using a clean, soft lens-cleaning cloth.
Maintenance/Others Cooling fan cover Replacing the Cooling Fan Filter You can replace the cooling fan filter, which is located under the cover of the MON./3G-SDI terminals. 195 1 Remove the cooling fan cover. • Hold the top and bottom of the center opening and remove the cover. 2 Remove the filter. 3 Attach the new filter. 4 Reattach the cover. • Hook the cover behind the lower tabs as shown in the illustration and then hook the cover behind the upper tabs.
Maintenance/Others Operating the ND Filter Manually In the rare case that the internal electronic motor that drives the ND filter malfunctions, you can operate the ND filter manually as an emergency measure. 196 1 Turn off the camera and remove the lens. 2 Unscrew the screw in the illustration and remove the cover. 3 Pressing lightly, use a Phillips head screwdriver to turn the ND filter as necessary. • You can check the position of the ND filter through the lens mount.
Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are compatible with this camera. The availability differs from area to area.
Optional Accessories Charging Times Use the supplied CG-940 Battery Charger to charge battery packs. The charging times given in the following table are approximate and vary according to charging conditions and initial charge of the battery pack. 198 BP-950G BP-955 BP-970G BP-975 245 min. 200 min. 350 min. 295 min.
Optional Accessories Approximate times for MXF mode The following are the shooting and playback times with the monitor unit attached (LCD screen and viewfinder on) and output from the HD/SD SDI terminal on. Bit rate/Resolution 50 Mbps / 1920x1080 Frame rate 24.00P Usage time BP-950G BP-955 BP-970G BP-975 Recording (maximum) 155 155 220 235 Recording (typical) 95 95 135 140 CB-920 Car Battery Adapter Use the car battery adapter to charge battery packs on the go.
Specifications Specifications C500 / C500 PL 200 System • Video Configuration for 4K and 2K Modes 4K mode: Mode: RAW, HRAW (both 10-bit) Resolution: 4096x2160, 3840x2160, 4096x1080, 3840x1080 Frame rate1: 59.94P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 50.00P, 25.00P, 24.00P 2K mode: Mode: RGB, 4:4:4, 12-bit; RGB, 4:4:4, 10-bit; YCC, 4:2:2, 10-bit Resolution: 2048x1080, 1920x1080 Frame rate1: 59.94P, 29.97P, 23.98P, 50.00P, 25.00P, 24.00P 1 Available frame rates depend on the resolution and recording mode settings.
Specifications • 2 Iris: 1/2-stop increments, 1/3-stop increments, fine-tuning • ISO Speed 1-stop increments: ISO 320, ISO 400 to ISO 12800, ISO 20000 1/3-stop increments: ISO 320 to ISO 20000 • Gain: -6 dB to 30 dB (3-dB increments), 0 dB to 24 dB (fine-tuning in 0.
Specifications • HDMI OUT Terminal HDMI connector, output only 202 • SYNC OUT Terminal BNC jack, output only, 1 Vp-p / 75 Ω Output signal: HD component video luminance signal (HD-Y), HD analog tri-level signal, Analog blackburst signal, SD composite video • MIC Terminal ∅ 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack, -72 dBV (manual volume center, full scale -18 dB) / 600 Ω Microphone attenuator: 20 dB • × (Headphone) Terminal ∅ 3.
Specifications Camera with monitor unit, handle unit, BP-955 battery pack and two CF cards: 2 2885 g (6.4 lb.) 3 2995 g (6.6 lb.) **All weights are approximate. 203 Modular Units Monitor Unit Modular unit can be rotated 270º on its axis; includes the LCD panel, recording and playback controls, XLR terminals and related audio controls. • LCD Panel: Articulated panel, 270º vertical rotation, 180º lateral rotation • LCD Screen: 10.1 cm (4.0 in.), wide, color, approx.
Specifications BP-955 Battery Pack • Battery Type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System 204 • Rated Voltage 7.4 V DC • Operating Temperature: 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) • Battery Capacity Typical: 5,200 mAh Minimum: 37 Wh / 4,900 mAh • Dimensions (W x H x D): 38.2 x 43.5 x 70.5 mm (1.5 x 1.7 x 2.8 in.) • Weight: 220 g (7.8 oz) C Y P O Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. The information in this manual is verified as of September 2012.
Index 205 2K mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 3G-SDI 1/2 terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 4K mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Custom functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Custom picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Custom picture settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 A D ABB (automatic black balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interval recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105 Iris* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 ISO speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 J Joystick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Joystick guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130 K Key lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 L Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
T W Tally lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175 Terminal covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Time code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 TIME CODE terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89, 91 Tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184 Turning the camera on/off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Waveform monitor . . . . . . .
USA &N Z CANON CINEMA EOS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE UNITED STATES 208 The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (‘Canon USA’) with respect to (a) the Canon Cinema EOS Product, and (b) the accessories for the Canon Cinema EOS Product (if any), packaged with this limited warranty (collectively the “Products”)* and purchased in the United States. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase.
CANADA CANON CINEMA EOS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADA The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (‘Canon Canada’) with respect to (a) the Canon Cinema EOS product, and (b) the accessories for the Canon Cinema EOS Product (if any), packaged with this limited warranty (collectively the “Products”)* and purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase.
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