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Important Usage Instructions Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon XH G1/XH A1. 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 ( 149). E Conventions Used in this Manual : Precautions related to the camcorder operation. : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures. : Reference page number.
About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications Throughout the manual we will distinguish between the video signal standards used by the camera section, and the recording standards used by the recorder section. The video signal can be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications. The recording standard on the tape will be HDV or DV, respectively.
Contents Introduction Important Usage Instructions............................................................................................................................. 2 About this Manual.............................................................................................................................................. 3 Checking the Supplied Accessories .................................................................................................................. 7 Components Guide....
Connecting to a Monitor/TV............................................................................................................................. 93 SD Audio Output ............................................................................................................................................ 97 Returning to a Pre-marked Position ................................................................................................................ 98 Index Search .................................
Checking the Supplied Accessories CA-920 Compact Power Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler Two AA (R6) Batteries Lens Hood PC-A10 SCART Adapter* BP-950G Battery Pack SDC-16M SD Memory WL-D5000 Wireless Card Controller Lens Cap SS-1100 Shoulder Strap E STV-290N Stereo Video Cable DTC-1000 Component Video Cable Introduction * Europe only.
Components Guide XH G1/XH A1 Left side view POWER dial External control mode VCR/PLAY mode Power off Auto Shutter-Priority Aperture-Priority Manual Recording Spotlight programs Night Easy Recording DISP. (display) button ( 27) PEAKING button ( 35) MAGN.
Right side view E Introduction Grip zoom lever ( 31) PHOTO button ( 109) Zoom speed adjustment dial ( 31) ZOOM SPEED switch ( 31) / (card/tape) switch ( 109) VIDEO2 terminal ( 95) TIME CODE switch* ( 40) LOCK switch ( 26) MIC (external microphone) terminal ( * only. 43) XLR MIC ATT.
Front view Backview External microphone holder ( 44) Tally lamp ( 85) External sensor for the Instant AF ( 33) Grip belt ( 18) Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod Adapter ( 152) Remote sensor ( 20, 102) Tripod socket* Viewfinder ( 16) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 16) OPEN (open the battery compartment) switch ( 13) CARD access indicator ( 109) Battery/memory card compartment ( 13) terminal HDV/DV terminal ( 94, 103, 106) HDV indicator ( 85) (headphones) terminal Video output selection switch
Top view E Introduction (pause) button ( 91) / DRIVE MODE button ( 112) (stop) button ( 91) / (metering mode) button ( 114) (rewind) button ( 91) / – button ( 117) (play) button ( 91) / SLIDESHOW button ( 117) (fast forward) button ( 91) / + button ( 117) REC (record) button ( 103) Start/stop button ( 25) LOCK switch ( 26) OPEN/EJECT switch ( 21) Grip zoom lever ( 31) PHOTO button ( 109) Zoom speed adjustment dial ( RESET button MIC ATT. switch ( 44) WHITE BAL.
WL-D5000 Wireless Controller PHOTO button ( 109) START/STOP button ( 25) MENU button ( 23) TV SCREEN button ( 86) SLIDESHOW button ( 117) DATA CODE button ( 101) INDEX WRITE button ( 67) AUDIO MONITOR button ( 97) END SEARCH button ( 30) SEARCH SELECT button ( 99, 100) REC PAUSE button ( 103) REW button ( 91) ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 98) button ( 91) PAUSE button ( 91) 12 REMOTE SET button ( 102) AV DV button ( 105) Zoom buttons ( 31) Menu selection buttons ( 23) SET button ( 23) – button ( 117) + button
Preparing the Power Supply Preparations Charging the Battery Pack Disconnect the DC coupler from the power adapter before charging. Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. E 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 completed. 4.
Using a Household Power Outlet 1. Turn the dial to OFF. 2. Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder. Open the battery compartment cover and slide the DC coupler all the way into the compartment and press gently until it clicks. 3. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. 4. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 5. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter. 6. Pass the cable through the special slot and close battery compartment cover. 7. Detach the DC coupler after use.
Charging, Recording and Playback Times The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording and playback conditions. BP-930 145 min. BP-945 220 min. BP-950G BP-970G 235 min. 320 min.
Preparing the Camcorder Dioptric Adjustment Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Prevent direct sunlight from getting in the viewfinder. The viewfinder LCD may become damaged due to concentration of the light by the lens. Pay special attention when mounting the camcorder on a tripod, or during its transportation. Adjusting the Viewfinder You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness and backlight of the viewfinder. These adjustments will not affect your recording.
Using the LCD Display E 1. Slide the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow to unlock the LCD panel. 2. Pull out the LCD panel. 3. Rotate the LCD panel and adjust it to the desired position. You can change the LCD panel to black & white display ( 18). By default, the viewfinder display is turned off while you use the LCD panel. However, you can change the settings to be able to use both displays simultaneously ( 18).
Using the Viewfinder and the LCD Panel Simultaneously By default, the viewfinder display is turned off while you use the LCD panel. Follow the procedure below to use both of them simultaneously. MENU DISPLAY SETUP/ CVF+LCD ON•••OFF ( 23) 1. 2. 3. 4. Press the MENU button. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the dial. Select [CVF+LCD ON], set it to [ON] and press the dial. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
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 so that the window for the external Instant AF sensor faces down and turn it 90 degrees clockwise. E • Be careful not to deform the lens hood. • Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread. 2. Tighten the locking screw.
Using the Wireless Controller When you press the buttons on the wireless controller, point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor. 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 ( 102).
Loading/Removing a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. For recording in HDV we recommend you use videocassettes compatible with the HDV standard. E 1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch to open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load/remove the cassette. • Insert the cassette straight, fully into the compartment with the window facing out. • Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out. Preparations 3.
Inserting/Removing a Memory Card You can use only this camcorder. SDHC memory cards, SD memory cards or MultiMedia Cards (MMC) with Inserting the Card 1. Set the dial to OFF. 2. Push the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow to open the battery/memory card compartment cover. 3. Insert the memory card straight, all the way into the memory card slot. 4. Close the compartment. Do not force the cover closed if the card is not correctly inserted.
Changing Settings with the MENU Button Many of the camcorder’s functions can be changed from the on-screen menu. E SELECT/SET dial MENU button Selecting Menus and Settings Press the MENU button to open the menu. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select a submenu and press the dial. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select a menu item and press the dial. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select a setting option and press the dial. Press the MENU button to close the menu.
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 MENU ( 23) SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] and press the dial. 3. Select [D/TIME SET ] and then select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the dial. The time zone setting appears.
Recording Recording Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 144). The default recording standard is HDV. About the audio recording, refer to the relevant chapter ( E 43). Recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Press the lock button and set the dial to a recording program. 3. Press the start/stop button to begin recording.
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 switch in the direction of the arrow to prevent the accidental operation of these controls. Zoom lever LOCK switch Start/stop button Power Saving Mechanisms STANDBY Lever Switch the STANDBY lever to the LOCK position to temporarily pause the recording and turn off all displays.
Screen Displays while Recording Remaining tape Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes. “ END” will appear when the tape reaches the end. E • When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may not appear. • Depending on the tape, the indication may not be displayed correctly. Time code Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes, seconds and frames. Remaining battery charge The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack.
Displaying the Markers You can display the on-screen markers to help you accurately frame your subject. Select from a center marker, a horizontal level marker or a grid. You can also adjust the intensity of the markers display ( 84). MENU ( 23) DISPLAY SETUP/ MARKERS•••OFF Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [MARKERS], set it to [CENT. MARK.], [LEVEL MARK.] or [GRID] and close the menu.
Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio You can select the signal standard of your recording (high definition or standard definition) and, for standard definition recordings, also the aspect ratio of the recording. Since the displays on the camcorder have an aspect ratio of 16:9, when you select [SD4:3] the picture will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars. E Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP].
Locating the End of the Last Scene You can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. END SEARCH button Press the END SEARCH button. • appears. • The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape. • Pressing the button again cancels the search. The end search function cannot be used once you unload the cassette.
Zooming You can operate the zoom from either the side grip or the carrying handle. You can also use the zoom ring on the lens or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller. With the customized functions ( 79) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you turn the zoom ring, turn the high-speed zoom on/off or change the zoom indicator to a graphic bar or a numeric value display.
Zoom Preset 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 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.
Adjusting the Focus The camcorder can be set to Autofocus or Manual Focus. Autofocus The autofocus can be set to Normal AF or Instant AF*. The camcorder has also a Push-AF function to allow for a temporary autofocus while focusing manually. When you operate the PUSH AF button, the Instant AF is activated, regardless of the current setting of the AF mode.
Temporary Focus Override Even while in autofocus mode, turn the focus ring to temporarily focus manually. The camcorder will return to autofocus as soon as you release the focus ring. Temporary Instant AF During manual focus or Normal AF, press the PUSH AF button and hold it pressed down. The autofocus (Instant AF) is activated as long as you hold the PUSH AF button pressed down. When recording under bright conditions, the camcorder sets a small aperture value, and the picture may appear blurred.
The manual focus cannot be selected in the Easy Recording mode. Even if you set the focus mode switch to M, the autofocus (Instant AF) will still be activated. 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. It will also be displayed with the focus preset.
Setting the Focus Preset Speed MENU ( 23) CAMERA SETUP F SPEED PSET• HIGH Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [F SPEED PSET], select a setting option and close the menu. The selected speed appears next to “MF”. Returning to the Preset Focus Setting Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to ON. The camcorder returns to the preset focus setting.
Using the ND Filter When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may appear blurred. Turn the ND filter on/off according to the screen display.
Selecting the Frame Rate You can select from the standard 50i and 25F frame rates regardless of the recording mode. 50i Mode Records in 50 fps interlaced mode, the same as standard-definition TV signals. 25F Mode Records in 25 fps progressive mode and outputs signals converted into 50 fps interlaced. Video output from the HDV/DV terminal will be in 25p.
Setting the Time Code You can select the running mode of the camcorder’s time code. You can enter the initial value for the [FREE-RUN] and the [REC-RUN PS.] settings. [REC-RUN]: E The time code runs only when recording. [REC-RUN PS.]: The time code runs only when recording starting from a preset value. [FREE-RUN]: MENU ( 23) The time code runs regardless of the operation of the camcorder. SIGNAL SETUP TIME CODE COUNT-UP•••••REC-RUN 1. Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP].
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 TIME CODE terminal ( 42). The camcorder offers the following synchronization options. Genlock When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal) is input through the GENLOCK terminal, the V and H phases of the camcorder’s time code will be automatically synchronized to it.
If the external time code signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the internal time code (according to the [TIME CODE]/[COUNT-UP] settings) will be recorded on the tape instead. If the external Genlock signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the external time code being recorded on tape may be incorrect. When the camcorder is set to HD standard, Genlock synchronization is possible even if the external Genlock signal is in SD standard.
Setting the User Bit The user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording, or an identification code consisting of 8 characters in the hexadecimal system that is useful for labeling tapes. There are sixteen possible characters: the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A to 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. MENU ( 23) RECORDING SETUP UB SELECT•••00 00 00 00 1.
Audio Recording You can select to record audio from the built-in microphone or from an external microphone connected either to the MIC terminal or to the XLR terminal. E While recording, the sampling frequency of the output signal from the HD/SD SDI terminal will be 48 kHz regardless of the audio input. HDV The audio transfer rate is 384 Kbps and the sampling frequency is 48 kHz.
Using an External Microphone XLR MIC ATT. switches Input channel selection switch LINE/MIC switch MIC (external microphone) terminal CH1 input terminal CH2 input terminal switches Connecting to the MIC terminal When you connect an external microphone to the MIC terminal, the built-in microphone will automatically be turned off. If necessary, you can use the microphone holder. External Microphones that can be Connected Microphone Type: Condenser microphones with independent power supply.
6. If necessary, turn on the gain up (12 dB): Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [XLR GAIN UP], set it to [12dB] and close the menu. Only effective when the LINE/MIC switch is set to MIC. E When connecting a microphone that does not support phantom power, make sure to set the switch to OFF. Otherwise the microphone may be damaged.
Embedded Audio Embedded audio refers to the superimposing of the audio signal along with the video signal being output from the HD/SD SDI terminal. MENU ( 23) SIGNAL SETUP SDI OUTPUT••OFF Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [SDI OUTPUT], set it to [ON] and close the menu. • The embedded audio output will differ depending on the signal standard and the sampling frequency settings. 3/4 or 1/2 will • Embedded audio is disabled if the tape is recorded with unlocked audio.
Image Stabilizer You can select to activate or turn off the image stabilizer depending on the recording conditions. MENU ( 23) CAMERA SETUP E IMG STAB•••ON Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [IMG STAB], select a setting option and close the menu. The image stabilizer cannot be turned off in the Easy Recording mode. We recommend turning off the image stabilizer when mounting the camcorder on a tripod.
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 lock button and turn the dial. The symbol of the selected mode appears. dial Do not change the mode while recording as the brightness of the image may change abruptly. The Easy Recording, Spotlight and Night modes are all-automatic modes.
Aperture-Priority ( 52) 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. Manual ( E 53) This mode offers the creative freedom of a complete range of manual controls. In the Manual mode, you have the option to set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture levels.
Availability of functions in each recording program Recording programs EXP. LOCK button Iris ring SHUTTER dial AE shift adjustment GAIN adjustment WHITE BALANCE adjustment Custom preset adjustments CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button Skin detail Clear Scan Frequency selection of Clear Scan 1 2 – – – – (0) – (AGC ON) – (auto) – Available when the exposure is locked. Available during clear scan.
Recording in the Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode E SHUTTER dial dial 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/16000, CS (clear scan) 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500 1. Set the dial to Tv. 2. Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER dial. With the customized functions ( the SHUTTER dial. 79) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you operate 51 Recording Settings other than the shutter speed (aperture, etc.
Recording in the Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode You can select an aperture value in the range F1.6 to F9.5 or CLOSE. dial Iris ring 1. Set the dial to Av. 2. Select the aperture with the Iris ring. With the customized functions ( Iris ring. 79) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you turn the Settings other than the aperture value (shutter speed, etc.) are adjusted automatically. The aperture changes when you lock and change the exposure.
Recording in the Manual Mode You can set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture. E Iris ring dial SHUTTER dial Available settings Shutter speed Aperture dial to M. • The exposure indicator appears. Use the exposure indicator as an estimate. • The 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). 2. Select the aperture with the Iris ring.
Adjusting the Exposure dial Iris ring GAIN switch SHUTTER dial EXP. LOCK button Exposure Lock 1. Set the dial to , Tv or Av. 2. Press the EXP. LOCK button. • The exposure indicator appears. Use the exposure indicator as an estimate. • The 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). • With the customized functions ( 79) you can also change the operation of the EXP.
Using AE Shift You can use the AE Shift control to manually override the automatic exposure system in order to darken or lighten the image. Select from 15 AE levels (+2.0, +1.5, +1.25, +1.0, +0.75, +0.5, +0.25, ±0, -0.25, -0.5, -0.75, -1.0, -1.25, -1.5, -2.0). MENU ( 23) CAMERA SETUP E AE SHIFT•••±0 1. Set the dial to , Tv or Av. 2. Select the desired AE shift level: Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [AE SHIFT], select a setting option and close the menu.
Adjusting 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 of 3 preset gain levels (L: low, M: middle, H: high) to which you can independently assign gain values from -3 dB to +36 dB ( ) or +18 dB ( ). AGC switch set to ON: Automatic gain control. AGC switch set to OFF: Manual gain level selection (L, M or H) with the GAIN switch.
Selecting the Gain Level 1. Set the dial to , Tv, Av or M. 2. Set the AGC switch to OFF. 3. Set the GAIN switch to the desired gain position. E When you select high gain values, the picture may flicker slightly. The [36dB] setting in particular allows you to film with a higher sensitivity but is more prone to the appearance of video noise and artifacts (white dots, vertical streaks or blocking).
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-defined custom preset values.
4. Press the WHITE BAL. button. The color temperature display will start flashing. 5. Turn the dial to set the desired color temperature. 6. Press the WHITE BAL. button again. E The color temperature display stops flashing and stays on. Setting a Custom White Balance 1. Set the dial to a recording program other than . 2. Set the AWB switch to OFF and the WHITE BAL. switch to one of the custom presets, A or B. and the corresponding letter will flash on the screen. 3.
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 Peaking assist function ( 35). Available zebra pattern settings: 70 IRE, 75 IRE, 80 IRE, 85 IRE, 90 IRE, 95 IRE, and 100 IRE.
Using the Color Correction With the color correction function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or pattern (color phase, chroma, area and Y level) and correct them automatically when recording. You can set the color correction for up to two different colors (A and B). When determining the color to be corrected, the areas that will be corrected appear on the screen as a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture.
Activating the Color Correction MENU ( 23) CAMERA SETUP COLOR CORR. CORRECT•••••••OFF 1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP] and select the [COLOR CORR.] submenu. 2. Select [CORRECT], select a correction mode other than [OFF] to correct only area A, only area B or both and then close the menu.
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 screen, those skin areas will be identified by a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture (on a connected TV or computer screen they will appear in white instead).
Using the Sky Detail With the sky detail function, blue sky areas in the picture will be detected and the detail level in these areas will be decreased to obtain a softer picture. MENU ( 23) CAMERA SETUP SKY DETAIL••••OFF To activate the sky detail effect: Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [SKY DETAIL], set it to [SOFT and close the menu.
Using the Clear Scan Function 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 50.2 Hz to 200.3 Hz. E dial SHUTTER dial MENU ( 23) CAMERA SETUP CLEAR SCAN•••50.2Hz Recording 1. Set the dial to Tv or M. 2. Turn the SHUTTER dial to set the shutter speed to “CS”. 3. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [CLEAR SCAN], adjust the frequency and close the menu.
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 operation modes. Default settings: CUSTOM KEY 1 CUSTOM KEY 2 TIME CODE INDEX WRITE TV SCREEN DATA CODE ZEBRA TV SCREEN TV SCREEN CVF+LCD BW The following functions can be assigned to the custom keys: Time code Index write 2 Zebra pattern VCR stop 2 TV screen Zebra pattern TV screen CVF+LCD BW MAGN.
Changing the Custom Keys Setting MENU ( 23) SYSTEM SETUP/ * Default value in E CUSTOM KEY 1•INDEX WRITE* mode. Open the menu and select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ]. 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] Time Code ( 39) Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button. The time code setting menu appears.
[TC HOLD] Time Code Hold 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 H next to it and “HOLD” will appear on the side panel display.
Recording Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal You can generate and record color bars signals and a 1 kHz audio reference signal. With the customized functions ( 79) you can choose between EBU* ([TYPE 1]) and SMPTE** color bars ([TYPE 2]) and you can also select the strength of the audio signal (-12 dB or -20 dB). E * European Broadcast Union. ** Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers. OUTPUT switch 1.
Using the Digital Video Control This feature enables the camcorder to control the record and stop functions of an external digital device connected to the camcorder through the HDV/DV terminal. The device must comply with the IEEE1394 AV/C protocol. Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin-4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable to connect the external device.
Other Camcorder Functions/Settings SD Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) E 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. MENU ( 23) RECORDING SETUP DV REC MODE•••••SP To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [RECORDING SETUP]. Select [DV REC MODE], set it to [LP] and close the menu.
Using the Custom Preset Customization 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 9 custom preset files can be saved on the camcorder (custom preset files 7 - 9 are predefined files) and up to 20 on a memory card. Custom preset files can be copied from the camcorder to the memory card and vice versa.
[PED] Master Pedestal Adjust the master pedestal level in the range -9 to +9. E [SET] Setup Level 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. [SHP] Sharpness Adjust the sharpness level in the range -9 to +9. [HDF] Horizontal Detail Frequency You can select from [HIGH], [MIDDLE] or [LOW].
[CPH] Color Phase Adjust the color phase in the range -9 to +9. [RGN] R Gain Adjust the red level in the range -50 to +50. [GGN] G Gain Adjust the green level in the range -50 to +50. [BGN] B Gain Adjust the blue level in the range -50 to +50. [RGM] R-G Matrix Adjust the level in the range -50 to +50. [RBM] R-B Matrix Adjust the level in the range -50 to +50. [GRM] G-R Matrix Adjust the level in the range -50 to +50. [GBM] G-B Matrix Adjust the level in the range -50 to +50.
Enter the custom preset editing screen File name of the currently selected custom preset file Save the custom preset file to the memory card E Overview of the contents of the custom preset file Load a custom preset file from the memory card Back to the [CUSTOMIZE] submenu Back to the options on the left side bar Select the custom preset file Change the custom preset settings Rename the custom preset file Reset the custom preset to default values Protect the custom preset file Changing the Custom Pr
Renaming a Custom Preset File Follow steps 1-3 as described in Changing the Custom Preset Settings ( 75) to open the custom preset editing screen and select the custom preset file you want to rename. 1. From the bottom bar, select [ RENAME]. The first character of the custom preset file name will start flashing. 2. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select a number, letter or punctuation mark and press the dial. • The next character of the custom preset file name will start flashing.
Activating the Custom Preset Settings E CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button 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) ( 66). • When you are not using the custom preset setting, set the camcorder to . 2. Press the CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button. The setting is activated.
5. Select [ EXECUTE] and in the confirmation screen select [EXECUTE] to load the file. 6. Close the menu. Loading a Custom Preset File from a Still Image to the Camcorder With the customized functions ( 79) you can select to save the custom preset settings currently in use along with a still image of the recording in mode. This is very useful when you want to load the custom preset file later by selecting the still image captured from a specific scene. 1.
Using the Customized Functions You can customize to your personal preferences many aspects of the operation of the camcorder, most of them governing how the camcorder operates in mode. You can adjust up to 3 different custom function files and save them on the camcorder or to a memory card. By just reading the custom function file saved on the memory card with another XH G1/XH A1, you will instantly get a camcorder configured to operate in the same familiar manner you prefer.
Resetting a Custom Function File 1. Open the menu, select [CUSTOMIZE] and then select the [CUSTOM FUNCTION] submenu. 2. From the column on the left select the custom function file you want to reset. 3. From the bottom bar select [ RESET]. 4. Select [OK], press the SELECT/SET dial and close the menu. Activating a Custom Function File Even if you define a custom function file, as long as you do not activate it the camcorder will function according to its default settings. 1.
Availability of custom functions in each recording program/playback mode Custom Function 00 SHCKLSS WB/GN WHITE BALANCE GAIN 01 AE RESPONSE 02 HIGH-SPEED ZOOM 03 04 FOCUS RING CTRL BUTTONS OPER. 05 06 RINGS DIRECTION DIALS DIRECTION FOCUS PRIORITY 08 SIMULT.IMG.REC 09 MARKER LEVEL 10 F.
Availability of custom functions in each recording program/playback mode Custom Function 00 SHCKLSS WB/GN WHITE BALANCE – (OFF) – (OFF) – (MID) – (ON) GAIN 01 AE RESPONSE 02 HIGH-SPEED ZOOM 03 04 FOCUS RING CTRL BUTTONS OPER. 05 06 RINGS DIRECTION DIALS DIRECTION 07 FOCUS PRIORITY 08 09 SIMULT.IMG.REC MARKER LEVEL – – – – – 1 – – (ON) 1 1 1 – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – F.
02 In [HIGH-SPEED ZOOM] High-speed Zoom mode, makes the zoom operation at the constant zoom speeds 14 - 16 even faster (in mode the default is [ON] and cannot be changed). • When set to [ON], if you operate the zoom ring very quickly the zoom response may lag slightly. • At the fastest zoom speed settings the autofocus may not work correctly. Setting Options: 00 – OFF, 01 – ON. E 03 [FOCUS RING CTRL] Focus Ring Control Selects the sensitivity of the response when operating the FOCUS ring.
06 [DIALS DIRECTION] Dials Direction Changes the direction of the adjustment when operating the shutter dial and the SELECT/SET dial when it serves as a cursor (for example, while selecting setting options in the menu screens or in the index screen). SELECT/SET dial ([CURSOR]): NORMAL – turn up to move left, REVERSE – turn down to move left. SHUTTER dial: NORMAL – turn up for a faster shutter speed, REVERSE – turn down for a faster shutter speed.
14 [1kHz TONE] 1 kHz Reference Audio Signal Selects the strength of the audio signal. Setting Options: 00 – OFF, 01 – -12dB, 02 – -20dB. 15 [WIRELESS REMOTE] Wireless Remote Controller Selects the remote sensor mode that the camcorder will accept. When set to [OFF not accept commands from wireless controllers. Setting Options: 00 – 1, 01 – 2, 02 – OFF .
Customizing the On-Screen Displays 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. To activate the on-screen displays at the level that you customized, repeatedly press the DISP. button ( 27). MENU ( 23) DISPLAY SETUP/ TV SCREEN••••ON* * In recording mode. The default value in playback modes is [OFF].
The custom display items appear in one screen represented only by the item number on the top (numbers 00 – 21 with a black background), and the code of the current setting immediately under it. Resetting a Custom Display File E 1. Open the menu, select [CUSTOMIZE] and then select [CUSTOM DISPLAY]. 2. From the column on the left select [ RESET]. 3. Select [OK], press the SELECT/SET dial and close the menu. Copying a Custom Display File to the Memory Card 1.
06 [IMAGE EFFECTS] Image Effects Setting Options 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 07 Sky detail OFF Color correction OFF ON OFF ON ON [F.ASSIST FUNC.] Focus Assist Functions Setting Options 00 01 02 03 08 Skin detail OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON Peaking OFF ON OFF ON Magnifying OFF ON [CUSTOMIZE] Customized Functions Setting Options 00 01 02 03 Custom Preset Displays OFF ON OFF ON Custom Function Displays OFF ON 09 [RECORDING STD] HD Standard Setting Options: 00 – OFF, 01 – ON.
15 [LIGHT METERING] Light Metering-Related Displays Setting Options 00 01 02 03 16 SPOT AE point OFF ON OFF ON Light metering mode icon OFF E ON [CARD] Still Images-Related Icons Setting Options 00 01 02 03 Drive mode icon Flash display OFF OFF ON OFF ON ON 17 [CARD REMAINDER] Remaining Still Images on the Memory Card You can select to display the information regarding the number of still images available on the memory card permanently or only the warning when the memory card is about to get full
Location of the Custom Displays / 03 02 09 11 12 12 00 13 01 20 21 12 02 06 19 04 14 18 08 08 06 14 02 07 02 15 16 03 18 14 14 10 14 00 17 01 02 20 21 06 19 04 05 08 08 06 02 07 90 05 07 07 16 15
Playing Back a Tape Playback If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available digital video head-cleaning cassette ( 144). E Select a playback standard according to the tape you wish to play back. REC SEARCH +/– buttons 1. Set the dial to . 2. Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [PLAYBACK STD] and set it to [AUTO], [HDV] or [DV] to match the tape you wish to playback. 3. Close the menu.
(Frame Advance) Plays back frame-by-frame. Repeatedly press the button on the wireless controller during playback pause. Hold the button pressed down to enter the continuous frame advance playback. (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. DV (Playback Pause) To pause playback, press the during normal playback.
Connecting to a Monitor/TV The different recording modes and the corresponding output terminals are given in the table below: HD HD/SD SDI COMPONENT Terminal OUT Terminal [LETTERBOX] 1920x1080 D3 (1440x1080) set to [OFF] HDV/DV Terminal MPEG TS [LETTERBOX] SD SDI set to [ON] D1 (SD) MPEG TS D1 (SD) DV (SD) D1 DV (SD) D1 (SD) Normal DV (SD) SD in [LETTERBOX] 640x480 16:9 set to [OFF] [LETTERBOX] SD SDI set to [ON] SD in 4:3 640x480 E Video Terminals Connection to a High Definition TV or Mo
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.
• If 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. E 4 Using the 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. To use the A/V terminal, set the video output selection switch to A/V1.
3 Using the SCART Adapter Open the terminal cover To use the A/V terminal, set the video output selection switch to A/V1. To use the BNC teminal (VIDEO2), set it to V2. STV-290N Stereo Cable (supplied). red white yellow AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO (R) (L/MONO) Signal flow PC-A10 SCART Adapter If connecting to a TV set the input selector to VIDEO. If connecting to a VCR, set the input selector to LINE. The supplied PC-A10 SCART Adapter is for output only.
SD Audio Output E Selecting the Audio MENU ( 23) AUDIO SETUP SEL AUDIO CH•CH 1/3 / CH 2/4 Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [SEL AUDIO CH], select a setting option and close the menu. Selecting the Audio Monitor MENU ( 23) AUDIO SETUP AUD.M.SET•••CH 1/2 Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUD.M.SET], select a setting option and close the menu. If you selected [MIX/VAR.], adjust the mix balance with the MIX BALANCE buttons on the wireless controller.
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. REW button ZERO SET MEMORY button STOP button 1. During playback, 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.
Index Search With the index search you can locate any point you have marked beforehand with an index signal ( 67). This function is operated with the wireless controller. / E buttons SEARCH SELECT button 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display “INDEX SEARCH”. appears. 2. Press the or button to begin searching. • Press more than once to search for further index signals (up to 10 times). • Press the STOP button to stop searching. Playback may start slightly before or after the index signal.
Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller. / buttons SEARCH SELECT button 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display “DATE SEARCH”. appears. 2. Press the or 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. A recording of longer than a minute per date/time zone is required.
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). E MENU button DATA CODE button SELECT/SET dial MENU button WL-D5000 Selecting the Data Code Display Combination MENU ( 23) DISPLAY SETUP/ DATA CODE••••DATE & TIME Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ option and close the menu. ].
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. To change the remote sensor mode of the camcorder Change the [WIRELESS REMOTE] setting of the custom function file ( 85). To change the remote sensor mode of the wireless controller Press the ZOOM T button and keep it pressed for over 2 seconds to change the wireless controller to mode 2.
Recording an External Video Signal (Analog Line-In, HDV/DV In) Editing 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). E Analog Line-In 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 ( 95). 2. Set the dial to and load a blank cassette. 3. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP].
Concerning Copyright Copyright Precaution Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programs are copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws. Copyright Signals During playback: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals for protection of software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears for a few seconds and the camcorder displays a blank blue screen.
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. MENU ( 23) SIGNAL SETUP E AV DV••••••••OFF Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [AV DV], set it to [ON] and close the menu. Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion from analog to digital signals might not work properly (e.g.
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. Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin-4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable. For the minimum system requirements for video editing, refer to the instruction manual of the video editing software.
Selecting the Image Quality/Size Using a Memory Card Changing the Still Image Quality E You can choose from Superfine, Fine and Normal. * * Only when playing back a tape. MENU ( 23) RECORDING SETUP IMG QUALITY••FINE Open the menu and select [RECORDING SETUP]. Select [IMG QUALITY], select a setting option and close the menu. Changing the Still Image Size The available image sizes will depend on the operation mode and the recording standard settings.
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 CONTINUOUS 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.
Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images directly on the memory card. You can also record still images on the memory card simultaneously while recording video on the tape and capture still images while playing back a tape. E PHOTO button PHOTO button / (card/tape) switch CARD access indicator 1. Turn the dial to a recording program and move the . 2. Press the PHOTO button halfway. / (card/tape) switch to • The symbol turns green once the focus is adjusted.
When the Focus-Priority mode is set to [ON] in the custom function file ( 84): 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.
Screen Displays during Still Image Recording Image Quality and Size Indicates the quality and size currently selected for recording still images. E Remaining Card Capacity for Still Images flashing in red: No card in green: 6 or more images in yellow: 1 to 5 images in red: No more images Metering Method Icon ( 114) Indicates the metering mode currently selected for recording still images. Drive Mode Icon ( 112) Indicates the drive mode currently selected for recording still images.
Selecting the Drive Mode Continuous Shooting High-Speed Continuous AEB (Auto Exposure Bracketing) Single Captures a quick series of still images while you hold the PHOTO button pressed down. For the number of frames per second, refer to the table below. The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures (dark, normal, light in 1/2 EV steps). Records a single still image when you press the PHOTO button. DRIVE MODE button PHOTO button Changing the Drive Mode 1.
Auto Exposure Bracketing Press the PHOTO button. E Three still images in different exposures are recorded to the memory card. Make sure that there is sufficient space on the memory card.
Selecting the Metering Method EVALUATIVE CENT.WEIGHT.AVERAGE SPOT 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. Averages the light metered from the entire screen, giving more weight to the subject in the center. Meters the area within the spot AE point frame.
Using an Optional Flash You can use E-TTL II 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. E Connecting a Speedlite Flash When connecting a Canon Speedlite flash you cannot use the Off-Camera Shoe Cord designed for Canon EOS SLR cameras. Always turn off the camcorder when connecting or detaching the flash.
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. MENU ( 23) CAMERA SETUP REVIEW •••••••2SEC Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [REVIEW], select a setting option and close the menu. A still image is displayed as long as you hold the PHOTO button after recording.
Playing Back Still Images from a Memory Card dial / E (card/tape) switch – button SLIDESHOW button + button 1. Turn the 2. Press the dial to and move the / (card/tape) switch to + / – button to move between images. . Images not recorded with this camcorder, uploaded from a computer, edited on a computer and images whose file names have been changed may not be played back correctly.
Index Screen 1. Move the zoom lever toward W. Up to 6 images appear. 2. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select an image. • Move the “ ” 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 or press the SELECT/SET dial. The index screen is cancelled and the selected image is displayed. Image Jump Function You can locate images without displaying them one by one.
Erasing Images You can erase images one at a time or all at once. Be careful when erasing images. Erased images cannot be recovered. 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 ( E 120) cannot be erased. Erasing a Single Image 1. Select the image you wish to erase. 2. Press the SELECT/SET dial to open the still image operations menu.
Protecting Images You can protect important images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or the index screen. If a memory card is initialized, all still images, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. 1. Select the image you wish to protect. 2. Press the SELECT/SET dial to open the still image operations menu. In mode, the menu appears when you press the SELECT/SET dial while you are reviewing a still image, or if you press the SELECT/SET dial immediately after recording an image.
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. The regular initialization option [INITIALIZE] will clear the file allocation table but will not physically erase the stored data. If you need to completely erase all the data, select instead the complete initialization option [COMPL.INIT.].
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. Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) 1. 2. 3. 4. Select the still image you wish to print. Press the SELECT/SET dial to open the still image operations menu. Select [ PRINT ORDER].
Settings Retained at Power Off or STANDBY Mode Additional Information 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 discharges completely, all settings will be erased.
Menu Options and Default Settings Default settings are shown in boldface. CAMERA MENU Submenu SIGNAL SETUP Menu Item TIME CODE CAMERA SETUP GENLCK ADJST SIGNAL STD FRAME RATE COMP. OUT SDI OUTPUT* SDI SPEC.* AE SHIFT GAIN SETTING AF MODE IMG STAB SKIN DETAIL SKY DETAIL COLOR CORR. F SPEED PSET CLEAR SCAN 124 * Setting Options COUNT-UP REC-RUN, REC-RUN PS., FREE-RUN START VALUE SET, RESET -1023 – 1023 HD, SD16:9, SD4:3 50i, 25F 576i, 1080i/576i ON, OFF AUTO, SD LOCKED -2.0, -1.5, -1.25, -1.0, -0.
CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu RECORDING SETUP AUDIO SETUP DISPLAY SETUP/ Setting Options SP, LP INT. USR-BIT, EXT. USR-BIT 00 00 00 00, TIME, DATE SUPER FINE, FINE, NORMAL FILE NOS. DV AUDIO* AUD.M.SET MIC MODE MIC SENS.
CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM PRESET Menu Item Setting Options EDIT SELECT CP TUNE RENAME PROTECT RESET Setting Items: GAMMA KNEE BLACK CAMERA CARD 126 CARD CAMERA MASTER PED. SETUP LEVEL SHARPNESS H DTL FREQ DTL HV BALANCE CORING NR1 NR2 COLOR MAT.
CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM FUNCTION Menu Item Setting Options C.Fn1, C.Fn2, C.Fn3 APPLY THIS SET TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Setting Items: SHCKLSS WB/GN AE RESPONSE HIGH-SPEED ZOOM FOCUS RING CTRL BUTTONS OPER. RINGS DIRECTION DIALS DIRECTION FOCUS PRIORITY SIMULT.IMG.REC MARKER LEVEL F.
CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM DISPLAY 128 Menu Item TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Setting Items: Setting Options REC PROGRAMS CAMERA DATA1 CAMERA DATA2 ZOOM FOCUS ND IMAGE EFFECTS F.ASSIST FUNC.
VCR/PLAY MENU Submenu SIGNAL SETUP RECORDING SETUP AUDIO SETUP Menu Item TIME CODE PLAYBACK STD COMP. OUT SDI OUTPUT** SDI SPEC.** AV DV HD DOWN-CONV LETTERBOX DV REC MOD* UB SELECT IMG QUALITY HD IMG SIZE FILE NOS. SEL AUDIO CH AUD.M.SET MIX BALANCE DV AUDIO *Only in Standard Definition (SD). ** only. Setting Options COUNT-UP REC-RUN, REC-RUN PS., FREE-RUN START VALUE SET, RESET HDV/DV IN REGEN.
VCR/PLAY MENU (cont.) Submenu DISPLAY SETUP/ Menu Item CVF SETUP LCD SETUP CVF+LCD BW CVF+LCD ON TV SCREEN AUDIO LEVEL LANGUAGE CUSTOM KEY DATA CODE SYSTEM SETUP/ 6 SEC.
VCR/PLAY MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM FUNCTION Menu Item Setting Options C.Fn1, C.Fn2, C.Fn3 APPLY THIS SET TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Setting Items: SHCKLSS WB/GN AE RESPONSE HIGH-SPEED ZOOM FOCUS RING CTRL BUTTONS OPER. RINGS DIRECTION DIALS DIRECTION FOCUS PRIORITY SIMULT.IMG.REC MARKER LEVEL F.
CARD CAMERA MENU Submenu SIGNAL SETUP CAMERA SETUP Menu Item GENLCK ADJUST COMP. OUT SDI OUTPUT* SDI SPEC.* AE SHIFT GAIN SETTING AF MODE IMG STAB SKIN DETAIL SKY DETAIL COLOR CORR. RECORDING SETUP AUDIO SETUP 132 F SPEED PSET REVIEW IMG QUALITY IMAGE SIZE FILE NOS. MIC MODE MIC SENS. XLR INPUT XLR GAIN UP * Setting Options -1023 – 1023 576i, 1080i/576i ON, OFF AUTO, SD LOCKED -2.0, -1.5, -1.25, -1.0, -0.75, -0.5, -0.25, ±0, +0.25, +0.5, +0.75, +1.0, +1.25, +1.5, +2.
CARD CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu DISPLAY SETUP/ Menu Item CVF SETUP LCD SETUP CVF+LCD BW CVF+LCD ON LANGUAGE SYSTEM SETUP/ MARKERS ZEBRA ZEBRA LEVEL TV SCREEN GUIDE INFO CUSTOM KEY 1 CUSTOM KEY 2 D/TIME SET MAGN.B.LOCK SHTR D.LOCK RESET ALL Setting Options BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR SHARPNESS BACKLIGHT BRIGHT, NORMAL BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR SHARPNESS BACKLIGHT BRIGHT, NORMAL ON, OFF ON, OFF DEUTSCH, ENGLISH, ESPAÑOL, FRANÇAIS, ITALIANO, POLSKI, , , OFF, LEVEL MARK., CENT. MARK.
CARD CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM PRESET Menu Item Setting Options EDIT SELECT CP TUNE RENAME PROTECT RESET Setting Items: KNEE BLACK CAMERA CARD 134 CARD CAMERA SHARPNESS H DTL FREQ DTL HV BALANCE CORING COLOR GAIN COLOR PHASE R GAIN G GAIN B GAIN RG MATRIX RB MATRIX GR MATRIX GB MATRIX BR MATRIX BG MATRIX SELECT CP SAVE POSITION EXECUTE IMPORT SELECT POSITION EXECUTE 1 PRESET_A, 2 PRESET_B, 3 PRESET_C, 4 PRESET_D, 5 PRESET_E, 6 PRESET_F, 7 VIDEO.C, 8 CINE.V, 9 CINE.
CARD CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM FUNCTION Menu Item Setting Options C.Fn1, C.Fn2, C.Fn3 APPLY THIS SET TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Setting Items: SHCKLSS WB/GN AE RESPONSE HIGH-SPEED ZOOM FOCUS RING CTRL BUTTONS OPER. RINGS DIRECTION DIALS DIRECTION FOCUS PRIORITY SIMULT.IMG.REC MARKER LEVEL F.
CARD CAMERA MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM DISPLAY 136 Menu Item TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Setting Items: Setting Options REC PROGRAMS CAMERA DATA1 CAMERA DATA2 ZOOM FOCUS ND IMAGE EFFECTS F.ASSIST FUNC.
CARD VCR/PLAY MENU Submenu SIGNAL SETUP only. 94 93 93 122 E 119 121 119 120 122 117 16 17 18 18 86 66 71 67 24 71 – – 137 Additional Information Menu Item Setting Options COMP. OUT 576i, 1080i/576i SDI OUTPUT* ON, OFF AUTO, SD LOCKED SDI SPEC.* CARD OPERATIONS PRINT ORD. ALL NO, YES ERASE ERASE ALL IMAGES NO, YES INITIALIZE CANCEL, INITIALIZE, COMPL.INIT.
CARD VCR/PLAY MENU (cont.) Submenu CUSTOMIZE META DATA CP Menu Item CARD CUSTOM FUNCTION 138 CAMERA C.Fn1, C.Fn2, C.Fn3 Setting Options IMPORT SELECT POSITION EXECUTE APPLY THIS SET TUNE SAVE TO CARD READ FROM CARD RESET Setting Items: SHCKLSS WB/GN AE RESPONSE HIGH-SPEED ZOOM FOCUS RING CTRL BUTTONS OPER. RINGS DIRECTION DIALS DIRECTION FOCUS PRIORITY SIMULT.IMG.REC MARKER LEVEL F.
Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording See also E 27. Tape operation REC STOP PAUSE EJECT Remote sensor mode ( 102) Microphone mode ( 43)/Simultaneous Still image size/quality ( 107) SD Recording mode ( 71) Audio level indicator ( 45) Image stabilizer ( 47) Magnifying ( 35) Metering method ( 114) Drive mode ( 112) Still image size/quality ( 107) Available still images on the card ( 107) * In Manual mode.
Screen Displays during Playback Date search ( 100)/ Index search ( 99)/ End search ( 30) Audio output ( 97) Audio monitor ( 97) Custom keys ( 66) Data code ( 101) Recording standard ( 29) Frame rate ( 38) Tape operation ( 91) REC PAUSE STOP EJECT PLAY : Fast forward : Rewind : Fast forward playback/rewind playback : ×2 playback : ×1 playback : Frame advance playback 140 User bit ( 42) Audio level indicator ( 45) Custom function ( 79) Image protected ( 120) Custom preset data embedded with the still image
Side panel Time code E Time code setting Time code synchronization setting Video output signal from the HD/SD SDI Terminal Tape has reached the end Remaining battery charge Genlock Audio level indicator Additional Information 141
List of Messages Message SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE AND TIME CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION REMOVE THE CASSETTE CHECK THE HDV/DV INPUT CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED TAPE END HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE NO CARD NO IMAGES CARD ERROR CARD FULL NAMING ERROR UNIDENTIFIABLE IMAGE THE CARD IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION INCORRECT TAPE SPECIFICATION PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED INPUT SIGNAL NOT SUPPORTED PLAYBACK STD LOCKED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED PLAYBACK STD LOCKED INCOMPATIBLE VIDEO
Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Precautions Do not carry the camcorder by the viewfinder, the LCD panel, the microphone or its cable. Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun-heated car, and high humidity. Do 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. Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources.
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 not to scratch the glass when cleaning. Video Heads When 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.
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.
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 ºC. 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. Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.
Cassette Handling Precautions Rewind tapes after use. If the tape is lose or damaged, it may cause picture and sound distortion. Return cassettes to their case and store them upright. Rewind tapes from time to time if they are stored for a long time. Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use. Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder. Do not use tapes that have been jammed as video heads may become dirty.
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 PAL system.
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. E Power Source Problem Camcorder will not turn on. The camcorder switches off by itself. The screen switches on and off. Cause Solution Battery pack is not correctly attached. Attach the battery pack correctly. Power save function has been Turn on the camcorder. activated. Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.
Recording Problem A vertical light bar appears on the screen. Viewfinder picture is blurred. Audio is not recorded. Audio is recorded in a very low level. Cause Bright light in a dark scene may cause a vertical light bar (smear) to appear. This is not a malfunction. Viewfinder is not adjusted. Solution Record in the Av mode with F5.6– F8.0. Adjust the viewfinder with the dioptric adjustment lever. The input channel selection switch is Set the input channel selection not set to the correct position.
System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) E ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller SS-1100 Shoulder Strap ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller SBR-1000 Shooting Brace WL-D5000 Wireless Controller Speedlite Flash 420EX, 430EX, 550EX, 580EX MiniDV Video Cassette Battery Video Light VL-10Li ll CB-920 Car Battery Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler BP-930, BP-945, BP-950G, BP-970G Battery Pack FS-72U Filter Set CA-920 Compact Power Adapter BP-930, BP-945, BP-950G, BP-970G Battery Pack Wide Converter WD-H72 C
Optional Accessories Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack).
CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder The CH-910 can charge two battery packs consecutively. You can also power the camcorder by connecting the CH-910 with charged battery packs to the camcorder. When you attach two battery packs, a battery pack can be exchanged without interrupting the power supply. E Battery Pack Charging Time BP-950G 280 min. BP-970G 380 min. Charging time varies according to the charging condition.
Specifications XH G1 / XH A1 System Video Recording System Audio Recording System Television System Image Sensor Tape Format Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time (60 min.
Input/Output Terminals Video Terminals Audio Out Terminals Audio In Terminals HDV/DV Terminal Headphone Terminal LANC Terminal GENLOCK Terminal TIME CODE Terminal HD/SD-SDI Terminal COMPONENT OUT Terminal A/V1: ∅ 3.5 mm mini jack (audio and video), V2: BNC jack (video only) 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced A/V1: ∅ 3.5 mm mini jack (audio and video) -10 dBV 47 kohm load/3 kohms or less, unbalanced MIC: ∅ 3.5 stereo mini jack (unbalanced), ATT: 20 dB -64 dBV (Auto mode)/600 ohms Max: -76 dBV (Manual mode, max.
Index A Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 152 AE shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 AEB - Auto exposure bracketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Analog/digital (A/D) converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Aspect guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R Record review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Recording - Movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Recording - Still images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Recording mode (SD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Recording programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Rec-run (time code) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 operation modes.
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