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HD Video Camera Recorder

Instruction Manual

Caméscope et lecteur vidéo HD

Manuel d'instruction

Videocámara y grabadora HD

Manual de Instrucciones

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Introduction

Important Usage Instructions

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

HD Video Camera Recorder, XL H1S A / XL H1A A Systems. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment. Canon U.S.A. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516)328-5600

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

mportant Warning

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.

The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Video Camera Recorder XL H1S A /

L H1A A and all its accessories.

1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. The product should be cleaned only as recommended in this manual.

6. Accessories — Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous.

7. Avoid magnetic or electric fields — Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other sources of electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause picture interference, or permanently damage the camera.

8. Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock — Do not use this product near water or in rainy/moist situations.

9. Placing or Moving — Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10. Power Sources — The CA-920 Compact Power Adapter should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. Regarding other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions in this manual.

11. Polarization — The CA-920 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. Power Cord Protection — Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to plugs and the point from which the cords exit the product.

13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA No. 70—1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure 1.

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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS P ER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250. PART H)

14. Lightning — For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

16. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the product.

18. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Introduction

19. Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power sources including battery, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b.If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have

fallen into, the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the product does not operate normally even if you

follow the operating instructions. Adjust only those

controls that are covered by the operation

instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls

may result in damage and will often require

extensive work by a qualified technician to restore

the product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has

been damaged. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance. This indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

21. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order.

When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-920.

The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapter for overseas use.

The XL H1S / XL H1A - A Broad Range of Capabilities

Ultimate HD Quality

New and improved lens The HD 20x L IS III is the latest addition to the XL line of high-end interchangeable lenses and now features a built-in iris ring for improved operability.

3CCD system By using three 1/3-in. CCDs (each with a total of 1.67 mega pixels and 1,440x1,080 effective pixels), the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of 800 TV lines, the highest in HDV standard.

DIGIC DV II image processor The next generation of Canon’s video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for high-definition video.

Versatile Artistic Expression

HDV native 1080/24p, 1080/30p recording Use the 24F or 30F mode for video recordings compliant with native recordings according to HDV specifications ( 50). Whatever your video needs –TV programs, commercials, music videos or movies– you can shoot it with the XL H1S / XL H1A.

Custom presets Enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the “look” you want. The camcorder offers 23 customizable parameters you can easily save and exchange as custom preset files ( 96).

Introduction

Advanced Professional Features

Pro level connectivity An industry-standard HD/SD SDI terminal for uncompressed HD signal output, embedded audio and SMPTE time code (LTC) are just a few of the features of the XL H1S that give it the functionality of professional broadcast cameras.

Synchronization Genlock synchronization, as well as TC-IN and TC-OUT terminals, allow the XL H1S to be part of any multi-camera shooting setup.

Enhanced customization Custom functions ( 104) and custom display ( 110) options give you even more freedom to control many aspects of the camcorder’s operation.

And More

Audio options The camcorder is equipped with two sets of XLR audio input terminals with phantom power supply. Record audio using both audio inputs or combine one audio input and the supplied front microphone. You can also activate the audio peak limiter ( 59) to avoid distortions during manual audio level adjustment.

Added and improved functionality Push AE ( 66) • Gain fine-tuning in 0.5 dB increments ( 70)

• Focus limit ( 48) • Selective NR ( 77) • Audio output level selection ( 90) • and more!

About this Manual

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Thank you for purchasing the Canon XL H1S / XL H1A. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting ( 150).

Conventions Used in this Manual

 : Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.  : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.  : Reference page number.  Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller.  Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen.

In tables in the manual, menu options in boldface indicate the default setting.

 The supplied lens, Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom XL 5.4-108 mm L IS III, is referred to as the “HD

20x L IS III” lens.

 “Screen” refers to the viewfinder screen.  “Card” or “Memory card” refers to an SDHC memory card, an SD memory card or a MultiMedia Card

(MMC).

 Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.  : Text that applies only to the model shown in the icon.  Illustrations in the manual show an XL H1S with the HD 20x L IS III lens attached.

Operating modes

The availability of the various functions depends on the operating mode as indicated in the bar.

, : Function can be used in this mode.

, : Function cannot be used in this mode.

Menu item shown at its default position

Date/Time and Language Settings

Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or if the built-in rechargeable battery has discharged completely.

Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time

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1. Press the MENU button.

2. Turn the SELECT dial to select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] and press the SET button.

3. Select [D/TIME SET ] and then select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the SET button.

The time zone setting appears. The default setting is New York.

4. Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that matches your time zone and press the SET button.

To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone marked with a .

Setting the Date and Time

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Trademark Acknowledgements

• Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.

• is a trademark.

• HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC).

• is a trademark.

• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDAR FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.

About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications

In the manual, a distinction is made between video signal standards (camera section) and recording standards (recorder section). The video signal can be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications; the recording standard on the tape will be HDV or DV, respectively.

Camera Section HD/SD

Recorder Section HDV/DV

Playback Signal HDV/DV

HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD

HDV/DV Terminal HDV/D

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Introduction

The XL H1S / XL H1A - A Broad Range of Capabilities .................................................................................... 5

About this Manual ............................................................................................................................................. 6

Checking the Supplied Accessories ............................................................................................................... 10

Components Guide ......................................................................................................................................... 11

Preparations

Preparing the Power Supply ........................................................................................................................... 17

Preparing the Camcorder ................................................................................................................................ 21

Preparing the Lens .......................................................................................................................................... 27

Using the Wireless Controller .......................................................................................................................... 30

Loading/Removing a Cassette ........................................................................................................................ 31

Inserting/Removing a Memory Card ............................................................................................................... 32

Changing Settings with the MENU Button ...................................................................................................... 33

Date/Time and Language Settings.................................................................................................................. 34

Recording

Recording ........................................................................................................................................................ 36

Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio ............................................................................................ 40

Locating the End of the Last Scene ................................................................................................................ 41

Zooming .......................................................................................................................................................... 42

Adjusting the Focus......................................................................................................................................... 44

Using the ND Filter .......................................................................................................................................... 49

Selecting the Frame Rate ................................................................................................................................ 50

Setting the Time Code .................................................................................................................................... 52

Synchronizing the Camcorder’s Time Code ...................................................................................... 54

Setting the User Bit ......................................................................................................................................... 56

Audio Recording.............................................................................................................................................. 57

Image Stabilizer ............................................................................................................................................... 61

Using the Programmed AE Modes.................................................................................................................. 62

Recording in Manual Mode ............................................................................................................................. 65

Recording in Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode .......................................................................................................... 67

Recording in Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode ....................................................................................................... 68

Adjusting the Exposure ................................................................................................................................... 69

AE Shift............................................................................................................................................................ 69

Gain ................................................................................................................................................................. 70

White Balance ................................................................................................................................................. 71

Zebra Pattern .................................................................................................................................................. 73

Color Correction .............................................................................................................................................. 74

Skin Detail Function ........................................................................................................................................ 76

Selective Noise Reduction .............................................................................................................................. 77

Clear Scan ....................................................................................................................................................... 78

Custom Keys ................................................................................................................................................... 79

Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal................................................................................................................. 83

Faders ............................................................................................................................................................. 83

External Connections

Video Signal Output Standards....................................................................................................................... 84

Connecting to a Monitor/TV ............................................................................................................................ 85

Audio Output ................................................................................................................................................... 90

Digital Video Control........................................................................................................................................ 92

Recording an External Video Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In)................................................................... 93

Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) ..................................................... 94

Connecting to a Computer.............................................................................................................................. 95

Customization

Custom Preset Settings .................................................................................................................................. 96

Customized Functions .................................................................................................................................. 104

Customized On-Screen Displays .................................................................................................................. 110

Playback

Playing Back a Tape...................................................................................................................................... 114

Returning to a Pre-marked Position .............................................................................................................. 116

Index Search ................................................................................................................................................. 116

Date Search................................................................................................................................................... 117

Data Code ..................................................................................................................................................... 117

Remote Sensor Mode ................................................................................................................................... 118

Using a Memory Card

Selecting the Still Image Quality/Size............................................................................................................ 119

File Numbers ................................................................................................................................................. 120

Recording Still Images on a Memory Card ................................................................................................... 121

Reviewing a Still Image right after Recording ............................................................................................... 123

Drive Mode .................................................................................................................................................... 124

Metering Mode .............................................................................................................................................. 125

Using an Optional Flash ................................................................................................................................ 126

Playing Back Still Images from a Memory Card ............................................................................................ 127

Erasing Still images ....................................................................................................................................... 129

Protecting Still images................................................................................................................................... 130

Initializing a Memory Card............................................................................................................................. 131

Print Order Settings....................................................................................................................................... 132

Additional Information

Menu Options and Default Settings .............................................................................................................. 133

Settings Memorized and Retained ................................................................................................................ 141

Screen Displays............................................................................................................................................. 142

List of Messages ........................................................................................................................................... 144

Maintenance/Others ...................................................................................................................................... 145

Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................................. 150

System Diagram ............................................................................................................................................ 152

Optional Accessories .................................................................................................................................... 154

Specifications ................................................................................................................................................ 157

Index.............................................................................................................................................................. 160

Introduction

Checking the Supplied Accessories

CA-920 Compact Power Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler BP-950G Battery Pack WL-D5000 Wireless Controller

SDC-32M SD Memory Card HDVM-E63PR Digital

Microphone Unit Stereo Cable DTC-1000 Component Video

Adjustment Band (for the external microphone holder)

Camcorder Dust Cap Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom

Videocassette

Adapter Holder Unit Tripod Adapter Base SS-1100 Shoulder Strap

XL 5.4-108 mm L IS III (incl. soft case)

Color Viewfinder Unit 2 x AA (R6) Batteries

Cable

Lens Cap and Dust Cap Lens Hood

(for the wireless controller)

External Monitor Cable

The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft. Date of Purchase: Model Name: XL H1S A / XL H1A A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.:

Components Guide

Left side view

dial

External control mode* VCR/PLAY mode Power off Manual Auto Shutter-Priority Aperture-Priority Spotlight Night Easy Recording

* Reserved mode for future software development.

Recording programs

Introduction

LIGHT button END SEARCH button ( 41) MODE SELECT switch ( 40) FRAME RATE switch ( 50) AUDIO OUTPUT CH button ( 90)

indicator Side panel ( 143) Viewfinder attachment bracket ( 21) EVF1 color viewfinder socket ( 21) EVF2 external monitor/viewfinder socket ( 85, 155) EVF PEAKING/EVF MAGNIFYING buttons ( 46) EXP. LOCK button ( 69)/PUSH AE button ( 66) LENS RELEASE switch ( 27) SET button ( 33) SELECT dial ( 33)/IRIS dial ( 65, 68) (record review) button ( 39)

BARS/FADE SELECT button ( 83) BARS/FADE ON/OFF button ( 83) MENU button ( 33) GAIN dial ( 70) WHITE BALANCE dial ( 71) WHITE BALANCE button ( 71) STANDBY button ( 37) INPUT SELECT switch (CH1) ( 58) REC LEVEL switch (CH1) ( 59) INPUT SELECT switch (CH2) ( 58) REC LEVEL switch (CH2) ( 59) XLR REC CH SELECT switch (CH1/CH2) ( 58) CH2 dial ( 59) FRONT MIC ATT. switch (CH/CH2) ( 58) CH1 dial ( 59)

Left side view

Viewfinder unit/Microphone unit

HD 20x L IS III lens

Eye cup ( 22) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 23) Color viewfinder ( 21-24) STEREO/MONO microphone selector ( 58) Lock screw ( 23) Viewfinder cable ( 21) Lock release button ( 24) Iris ring ( 65, 68) Zoom ring ( 42) Lens hood ( 28)

Focus ring ( 44) RESET button ( 150) Memory card slot ( 32) ND filter operating ring ( 49) ND filter unlock button ( 49) STABILIZER ON/OFF switch ( 61) POSITION PRESET switch ( 43)

AF switch ( 44)/ POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch ( 43) Focus mode switch ( 45)

Right side view

Introduction

S-video terminal ( 88) VIDEO OUT terminal (BNC) ( 88) VIDEO IN/OUT terminal (RCA) ( 88)

OUT terminals (CH1/CH2, RCA) ( 90) IN terminals (CH1/CH2, RCA) ( 58)

Terminal cover Battery attachment unit ( 17) BATT. RELEASE button ( 17) HD/SD SDI terminal* ( 86) GENLOCK terminal* ( 54) TC-OUT terminal* ( 54)

* only.

TC-IN terminal* ( 54) Serial number Screw hole for adapter holder ( 26) AE SHIFT dial ( 69) LOCK switch ( 37) FRONT MIC terminals ( 25) Lens hood lock screw ( 28) Grip zoom lever ( 42) PHOTO button ( 121) / MAGN. button ( 108) Cassette compartment ( 31)

Front view

Back view

Tally lamp ( 109) Remote sensor ( 30, 118) Grip belt ( 25) Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod Adapter ( 155) or the supplied tripod adapter base Tripod socket Viewfinder cable ( 21) Remote sensor ( 30, 118) START/STOP button ( 36) Microphone lock screw ( 25) Strap mount ( 25) INPUT terminals (CH1/CH2, XLR) ( 58) SHUTTER buttons ( 65, 67)

, Using tripods

Do not use tripods with mounting screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.) as this may cause damage to the camcorder. To use tripods featuring 3/ 8" mounting screws, attach first the supplied tripod adapter base and attach the tripod to the adapter base.

PHONES LEVEL dial

(headphone) terminal

HDV indicator ( 40) HDV/DV terminal ( 87, 93, 95)

terminal

switches (CH1,CH2) ( 58)

/ (card/tape) switch ( 121) CARD access indicator ( 121) ZOOM SPEED switch ( 42) ZOOM SPEED dial ( 42) Start/Stop button ( 36) COMPONENT OUT terminal ( 87)

About the Terminal

(LANC) stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The terminal allows you to connect and control connected devices. Connect

only devices with the mark to the terminal.

Operation cannot be guaranteed for connections with devices not bearing the mark. Some buttons of connected devices may not operate or may operate differently than the buttons on the camcorder.

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PHOTO button ( 121) / MAGN. button ( 108) START/STOP button ( 36) Hot shoe ( 126) Microphone ( 25) Viewfinder lock screw ( 21) Handle zoom lever ( 42) EJECT switch ( 31) CUSTOM KEYS ( 79) EVF DISPLAY button ( 39) CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button ( 99) CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button ( 99) Remote sensor ( 30, 118) Tally lamp ( 109)

Screw holes for adapter holder ( 26)

(record) button ( 93)

REC

(fast forward) button ( 114) /

+ button ( 100, 127)

(play) button ( 114) /

SLIDESHOW button ( 127)

(rewind) button ( 114) /

- button ( 100,127)

(stop) button ( 114,117) /

(metering mode) button ( 125)

(pause) button ( 114) /

DRIVE MODE button ( 124)

WL-D5000 Wireless Controller

PHOTO button ( 121) START/STOP button ( 36) MENU button ( 33) TV SCREEN button ( 80) SLIDESHOW button ( 127) DATA CODE button ( 117) INDEX WRITE button ( 80) AUDIO MONITOR button ( 90) END SEARCH button ( 41) SEARCH SELECT button ( 116, 117) REC PAUSE button ( 93) REW button ( 114) ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 116)

button ( 114)

PAUSE button ( 114)

REMOTE SET button ( 118) AV DV button ( 94) Zoom buttons ( 42) Menu selection buttons ( 33) SET button ( 33) CARD – button ( 127) CARD + button ( 127) MIX BALANCE buttons ( 90)

/ buttons ( 116, 117)

button ( 114)

PLAY FF button ( 114)

button ( 114)

STOP

button ( 114)

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Preparations

Preparing the Power Supply

Charging the Battery Pack

Disconnect the DC coupler from the compact power adapter before charging. Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack.

1. Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.

2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

3. Attach the battery pack to the compact power adapter.

• 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. When the charging is completed, remove the battery pack from the compact power adapter.

5. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the compact power adapter.

Charge indicator

Attaching the Battery Pack

1. Turn the dial to OFF.

2. Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

Align the battery pack with the guideline and press lightly. Slide the battery pack up, in the direction of the arrow, until it clicks.

3. Remove the battery pack after use.

Holding the BATT. RELEASE button pressed down, slide the battery pack down to remove it.

Preparations

BATT. RELEASE button

Guideline

Using a Household Power Outlet

1. Turn the dial to OFF.

2. Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder.

Press lightly and slide the DC coupler up, in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.

3. Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.

4. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

5. Connect the DC coupler to the compact power adapter.

6. Detach the DC coupler after use.

Holding the BATT. RELEASE button pressed down, slide the DC coupler down to remove it.

BATT. RELEASE button

About the Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery

This camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to retain the date, time and other settings. The built-in battery is recharged every time you use the camcorder. However, when you use the camcorder for only short periods or do not use it for a period of over 3 months, it will discharge completely. In that case, recharge the built-in battery by powering the camcorder from a power outlet and leaving it with the dial set to OFF for at least 24 hours.

 Disconnect the DC coupler from the compact power adapter when charging a battery pack.  Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.  If the compact power adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the

compact power adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.

 Do not connect to the compact power adapter any products not expressly recommended for use

with this camcorder.

 If you connect a faulty compact power adapter or battery pack, the charge indicator turns off and

charging will stop.

 The charge indicator serves also as an indication about the charge status.

0-50%: Flashes once per second 50-75%: Flashes twice per second More than 75%: Flashes 3 times per second 100%: Continuously on

 We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and

86 °F). The charging time will vary depending on the surrounding temperature and the battery’s initial charge condition.

 In cold places the effective usage time of the battery will decrease.  We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.  To conserve battery power, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode.  USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is

recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

 Charging, Recording and Playback Times

The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording and playback conditions.

Battery Pack

Charging time with the CA-920 Compact Power Adapter

Maximum Recording Time

HDV

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

BP-930 BP-945 BP-950G BP-970G

145 min. 220 min. 235 min. 320 min.

130 min. 195 min. 275 min. 375 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2100 min. 155 min. 215 min. 295 min.

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

130 min. 195 min. 275 min. 380 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2100 min. 155 min. 215 min. 300 min.

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

135 min. 200 min. 285 min. 390 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2105 min. 160 min. 220 min. 305 min.

Typical Recording Time

HDV

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

Playback Time (supplied color viewfinder)

HDV

Maximum Recording Time

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder

75 min. 115 min. 165 min. 225 min.

60 min. 95 min. 135 min. 185 min. 75 min. 115 min. 165 min. 230 min.

65 min. 95 min. 135 min. 185 min. 80 min. 120 min. 170 min. 235 min.

65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 190 min.

155 min. 235 min. 335 min. 455 min.

145 min. 220 min. 305 min. 420 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2110 min. 170 min. 240 min. 330 min.

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

145 min. 220 min. 310 min. 425 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2115 min. 175 min. 240 min. 330 min.

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

150 min. 225 min. 310 min. 435 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2115 min. 175 min. 240 min. 340 min.

20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder

135 min. 205 min. 285 min. 390 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2105 min. 160 min. 225 min. 310 min.

16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder

150 min. 225 min. 310 min. 435 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2115 min. 175 min. 240 min. 340 min.

Typical Recording Time

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder

16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder

Playback Time (supplied color viewfinder)

Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. Actual time may be shorter.

Optional.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder

85 min. 125 min. 180 min. 245 min.

65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 190 min. 85 min. 130 min. 180 min. 250 min.

65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 195 min. 90 min. 135 min. 185 min. 260 min.

70 min. 105 min. 145 min. 205 min. 80 min. 120 min. 165 min. 230 min.

60 min. 95 min. 130 min. 185 min. 90 min. 135 min. 185 min. 260 min.

70 min. 105 min. 145 min. 205 min.

175 min. 265 min. 370 min. 505 min.

Preparations

Battery Pack

Maximum Recording Time

HDV

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

BP-930 BP-945 BP-950G BP-970G

140 min. 205 min. 290 min. 400 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2105 min. 160 min. 230 min. 310 min.

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

140 min. 210 min. 295 min. 405 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2105 min. 165 min. 230 min. 315 min.

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

145 min. 215 min. 305 min. 420 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2110 min. 165 min. 240 min. 320 min.

Typical Recording Time

HDV

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

Playback Time (supplied color viewfinder)

HDV

Maximum Recording Time

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder

85 min. 125 min. 180 min. 245 min.

65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 190 min. 80 min. 125 min. 175 min. 240 min.

65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 190 min. 80 min. 125 min. 180 min. 245 min.

65 min. 100 min. 145 min. 195 min.

175 min. 265 min. 375 min. 510 min.

150 min. 225 min. 325 min. 440 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2115 min. 180 min. 250 min. 340 min.

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

155 min. 230 min. 325 min. 450 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2115 min. 180 min. 250 min. 340 min.

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

130 min. 205 min. 285 min. 390 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2105 min. 160 min. 225 min. 315 min.

20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder

140 min. 210 min. 300 min. 410 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2110 min. 165 min. 235 min. 315 min.

16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder

155 min. 235 min. 335 min. 455 min.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2120 min. 185 min. 255 min. 350 min.

Typical Recording Time

HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder

HD 6x L Lens Supplied color viewfinder

20x L IS Lens Supplied color viewfinder

16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder

Playback Time (supplied color viewfinder)

Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. Actual time may be shorter.

Optional.

FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder

90 min. 130 min. 190 min. 260 min.

65 min. 105 min. 145 min. 195 min. 90 min. 135 min. 190 min. 260 min.

70 min. 105 min. 145 min. 195 min. 75 min. 115 min. 165 min. 230 min.

60 min. 95 min. 130 min. 185 min. 85 min. 125 min. 175 min. 240 min.

65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 185 min. 95 min. 140 min. 195 min. 270 min.

70 min. 110 min. 150 min. 205 min.

195 min. 290 min. 410 min. 560 min.

Preparing the Camcorder

Attaching and Detaching the Color Viewfinder Unit

Attaching the Color Viewfinder Unit

1. Slide the viewfinder unit onto the bracket and tighten the lock screw.

2. Connect the viewfinder cable to the EVF1 socket on the camcorder.

Insert the cable plug straight into the camcorder’s socket.

3. Hook the viewfinder cable onto the cable clamp.

Preparations

To use the optional FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit, connect it to the EVF2 socket on the camcorder instead.

Detaching the Viewfinder Unit

1. Detach the viewfinder cable.

2. Loosen the lock screw and slide the viewfinder unit off the bracket.

Attaching and Detaching the Eye Cup

You can change the position of the eye cup for use with either the left or right eye. Detach the eye cup and reattach it when changing the position of the eye cup for right or left eye use.

Attaching the Eye Cup

Align the hole for the dioptric adjustment lever with the lever, and pull the eye cup into position.

Right eye use Left eye use

Detaching the Eye Cup

Detach the eye cup as shown in the illustration.

Adjusting the Position of the Viewfinder

The viewfinder position can be changed (right/left, forward/backward). When storing the camcorder in the optional HC-3200 System Case, adjust the viewfinder to the right and lock it.

Right/Left Adjustment

Loosen the top lock screw, adjust the viewfinder to the right/left and tighten the screw.

Lock screw

Dioptric Adjustment

Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever.

Forward/Backward Adjustment

Loosen the bottom lock screw, adjust the viewfinder forward/backward and tighten the screw.

Lock screw

Preparations

Do not let the viewfinder be exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light sources. The viewfinder LCD may become damaged due to concentration of the light by the lens. Pay special attention when mounting the camcorder on a tripod, or during its transportation.

Adjusting the Viewfinder

You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color and sharpness of the viewfinder. These adjustments will not affect your recordings.

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DISPLAY SETUP / EVF SETUP EVF BW MODE

BRIGHTNESS

CONTRAST

•••••

COLOR

••••••••

SHARPNESS

••••

•••

OFF

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Turn the SELECT dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the SET button.

3. Select [EVF SETUP] and then select [BRIGHTNESS], [CONTRAST], [COLOR] or [SHARPNESS].

4. Adjust the setting with the SELECT dial and press the SET button.

• After the adjustment you will return to the [EVF SETUP] submenu. Change additional settings in the

same way.

• For more details regarding the [EVF BW MODE] setting refer to page 81.

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Using the Viewfinder as LCD Panel

You can use the viewfinder as an LCD panel by opening the eyepiece adapter.

Press the lock release button and open the eyepiece adapter.

Make sure to close the eyepiece adapter when you are not using the viewfinder as an LCD panel.

The screen is slightly brighter when you open the eyepiece adapter.

Attaching the Microphone Unit

1. Loosen the microphone lock screw on the viewfinder unit, open the microphone holder and insert the microphone.

2. Align the mark on the microphone with the mark on the microphone holder and tighten the lock screw.

3. Plug the microphone cable to the camcorder’s FRONT MIC terminals.

To use an external microphone with a diameter too small for the microphone holder to close securely, attach first the supplied adjustment band to the microphone holder and then insert the microphone.

Fastening the Grip Belt

Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index and middle finger, and the Start/Stop button with your thumb.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.

Be careful not to drop the camcorder when adjusting the strap or the grip belt.

Preparations

Attaching the Adapter Holder

Attach the adapter holder to use the optional CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder or a commercially available wireless microphone receiver.

1. Attach the adapter holder and secure it by tightening the screws.

2. Adjust the position of the support bars.

When using the optional CH-910, hook it onto the support bars and secure it with the stop lever. To detach the CH-910, press the stop lever in the direction of the arrow and pull the CH-910 off the support bars.

Support bars

Stop lever

Preparing the Lens

Refer also to the instruction manual of the lens.

Mounting the Lens

1. Set the dial to OFF.

2. Remove the dust caps from the camcorder and the lens.

3. Align the red mark on the lens with the red mark on the camcorder and turn the lens clockwise until it clicks.

Removing the Lens

1. Set the dial to OFF.

2. Slide the LENS RELEASE switch all the way in the direction of the arrow.

3. Turn the lens counter-clockwise until it stops and remove the lens.

4. Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens.

 Be careful not to drop the lens or camcorder when mounting or removing the lens.  Avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources when mounting or removing the lens.  The XL mount is not compatible with the VL mount.  If you set the

“

LENS

” will flash in red on the screen.

 Do not touch the lens, lens mount and the interior of the mount, or expose them to dust or dirt.

If necessary, clean the lens with a dry, soft lens-cleaning cloth. Make sure to turn off the camcorder while cleaning the lens.

 Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when recording in HDV standard with lenses that were not

designed for HDV recording. If you attach such a lens to the camcorder, the messages “THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY” and “HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS” will appear.

dial to a recording mode without a lens attached, the lens warning icon

Preparations

 Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when recording in HDV standard with the optional

Extender XL 1.6x. The message “HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS” will appear when using the extender, even with an HD-compatible lens.

Attaching the Lens Hood

Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and shade it from stray light.

1. Place the lens hood on the front of the lens and screw it clockwise until the Canon logo appears on top.

• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.

• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the

thread.

2. Tighten the lock screw.

Adjusting the Flange Back (lenses without built-in flange back adjustment function)

The flange back can be adjusted to correct the focus while zooming to full telephoto or full wide-angle. The flange back can be adjusted automatically by the camcorder (AF) or manually (MF). The camcorder can store and back up flange back adjustment values for up to 10 different lenses.

Preparations

1. Set the frame rate to 60i or 30F.

2. Point the camcorder to face a subject and secure it in place.

Place the camcorder at a distance of at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) from the subject. Avoid subjects that are difficult to focus on at full wide-angle.

3. Zoom out to full wide-angle.

4. Set the dial to Av and set the aperture to full open.

5. Zoom in to full telephoto.

Make sure the subject remains in the center of the frame at full telephoto as well as at full wide-angle.

6. Check that the exposure conditions are appropriate.

If necessary, use the ND filter.

AF Adjustment

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Turn the SELECT dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and press the SET button.

3. Select [FB] and then select [ AF ADJUST].

4. When the confirmation screen appears, press the SET button to begin the adjustment.

5. Once the message “FB ADJUSTMENT SUCCESSFUL” is displayed, press the MENU button to close the menu.

MF Adjustment

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Turn the SELECT dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and press the SET button.

3. Select [FB] and then select [ MF ADJUST].

4. When the confirmation screen appears, press the SET button to begin the adjustment.

5. The camcorder will zoom in to full telephoto. When the message “ADJUST FOCUS & PUSH ” appears, focus as necessary and press the SET button.

6. The camcorder will zoom out to full wide-angle. When the message “ADJUST FOCUS & PUSH ” appears, focus as necessary and press the SET button.

7. Once the message “FB ADJUSTMENT SUCCESSFUL” is displayed, press the MENU button to close the menu.

If an error message appears during the flange back adjustment, be sure to reset the FB adjustment value before readjusting the flange back.

Resetting the flange back adjustments

This procedure will reset the stored flange back adjustment value for the mounted lens.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Turn the SELECT dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and press the SET button.

3. Select [FB] and then select [SET DEFAULT].

4. Select [YES] and press the SET button.

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

In the following cases the flange back cannot be adjusted correctly and the camcorder will return to the flange back adjustment selection screen.

- The camcorder cannot focus in AF adjustment.

- The lens was removed during the flange back adjustment.

Preparations

Using the Wireless Controller

When you press the buttons on the wireless controller, point it at one of the camcorder’s remote sensors.

The camcorder has 3 remote sensors: 2 at the front and 1 at the back.

Inserting the Batteries

The wireless controller operates with two AA (R6) batteries.

1. Open the battery cover.

2. Insert the batteries following the + and – markings.

3. Close the battery cover.

 The camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes ( 118). If the

wireless controller does not work, verify that the camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode.

 When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be

operated at very close range, replace the batteries. Make sure to replace both batteries at the

same time.

 The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is located under strong

light sources or direct sunlight.

Loading/Removing a Cassette

Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. For recording in HDV we recommend you use videocassettes designed for HDV recording.

1. Slide the 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. Close the cassette compartment cover.

Press the mark on the cassette compartment cover.

 Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically.  Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment.

If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be loaded/removed even if the

dial is set to OFF.

Inserting/Removing a Memory Card

You can use SDHC (SD High Capacity) memory cards, SD memory cards or MultiMedia Cards (MMC) with this camcorder.

Inserting the Card

1. Set the dial to OFF.

2. Push the switch in the direction of the arrow to open the memory card slot cover.

3. Insert the memory card straight, all the way into the memory card slot.

4. Close the memory card slot cover.

Do not force the cover closed if the card is not correctly inserted.

Removing the Card

Do not forcefully remove the memory card without first pushing it in to release it.

1. Make sure that the CARD access indicator is not flashing and set the dial to OFF.

2. Push the switch in the direction of the arrow to open the memory card slot cover.

3. Push the memory card once to release it and then remove the memory card.

4. Close the memory card slot cover.

 If you use memory cards other than the supplied one, make sure to initialize them with the

camcorder ( 131).

 Turn off the camcorder before inserting or removing a memory card. Inserting/removing the

memory card with the camcorder on may result in permanent data loss.

 SDHC and SD memory cards have a write-protect switch to prevent their accidental erasure.

When this switch is set to the LOCK position, images cannot be recorded on or deleted from the memory card.

 Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all memory cards.  About SDHC Memory Cards: SDHC is the new type of SD memory card with capacities over

2 GB. Please note that the specifications of SDHC memory cards are different from those of regular SD cards and you will not be able to use memory cards of over 2 GB with devices that do not support SDHC. However, SDHC devices (including this camcorder) are backward compatible and you can use regular SD cards with them.

Changing Settings with the MENU Button

Many of the camcorder’s functions can be changed from the on-screen menu.

Selecting Menus and Settings

1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.

2. Turn the SELECT dial to select a submenu and press the SET button.

3. Turn the SELECT dial to select a menu item and press the SET button

4. Turn the SELECT dial to select a setting option and press the SET button.

5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

 The , and icons displayed at the bottom of the screen will give you additional

indications about the function of these controls in specific situations.

 You may find it more convenient to use the wireless controller to operate the menu. Press the

MENU button on the wireless controller to open or close the menu. Use the menu selection buttons of the wireless controller instead of the SELECT dial, and press the SET button on the wireless controller to save the settings or make a selection.

 Unavailable items will appear grayed out.  Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.

Preparations

Date/Time and Language Settings

Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or if the built-in rechargeable battery has discharged completely.

Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time

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SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET T.ZONE/DST•••NEW YORK

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Turn the SELECT dial to select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] and press the SET button.

3. Select [D/TIME SET ] and then select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the SET button.

The time zone setting appears. The default setting is New York.

4. Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that matches your time zone and press the SET button.

To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone marked with a .

Setting the Date and Time

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SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET

5. Select [D/TIME SET ] and press the SET button.

The year display starts flashing.

6. Turn the SELECT dial to select the year, and press the SET button.

• The month starts flashing.

• Set the rest of the date and time in the same way.

7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and start the clock.

DATE/TIME••• JAN.1,2008 12:00 AM

Displaying the Date and Time while Recording

You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen.

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Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [GUIDE INFO], set it to [D/T DISPLAY] and close the menu.

DISPLAY SETUP/ GUIDE INFO•••OFF

If you do not use the camcorder for a period of approximately 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery will discharge completely and the date and time settings will be lost. In that case, recharge the built-in battery ( 18) and set the time zone, date and time again.

Changing the Date Format

You can select between three date formats: [JAN. 1, 2008], [1. JAN. 2008] and [2008. 1. 1].

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SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET DATE FORMAT

••

JAN. 1,2008

Open the menu and select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ]. Select the [D/TIME SET ] submenu and then select [DATE FORMAT]. Select a date format and close the menu.

Changing the Display Language

The default language for displays and menu items is English. The language can be changed to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, simplified Chinese or Japanese.

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To change the display language, open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [LANGUAGE ], select a language and close the menu.

DISPLAY SETUP/ LANGUAGE

 If you have mistakenly changed the language, follow the mark next to the menu item to change

the setting.

 The displays and at the bottom of the screen refer to the names of buttons on the

camcorder and will not change regardless of the language selected.

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ENGLISH

Preparations

Recording

Before You Begin Recording

Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 148).

The default recording standard is HDV. About the audio recording, refer to the relevant chapter ( 57).

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.

• The red REC indicator on the viewfinder and the

tally lamps light up.

• Press the Start/Stop button again to pause

recording.

Tal l y la m p

When You Have Finished Recording

1. Set the dial to OFF.

2. Replace the lens cap.

3. Remove the cassette.

4. Disconnect the power source.

The end search, date search and index search functions may not work correctly if you mix recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape. We recommend not mixing recordings in different standards on the same tape.

 After inserting a cassette, wait until the tape counter stops completely before you start recording.  Turn the dial to OFF if you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time.  If you do not remove the cassette, you can record the next scene without any noise or blank

sections between recordings even if you turn the camcorder off.

Tally lamp

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

LOCK switch

the arrow to prevent the accidental operation of these controls.

Zoom lever

Power Saving Mechanisms

STANDBY Button

Press the STANDBY button and hold it pressed down for more than 1 second in record pause or VCR stop mode to enter the standby mode. The message “ENTERING “POWER STANDBY”” will be displayed before the camcorder enters the standby mode. In standby mode, power will be shut down to the camera and recorder sections but camera settings (including exposure lock and color bars settings) will be retained. Press the STANDBY button again to turn the camcorder on.

Power Save Function

In order to protect the tape and video heads, the camcorder will enter the power save mode (VCR stop) after 4 minutes 30 seconds in record pause mode. If left 30 more seconds without any operation, the camcorder will automatically shut off. Turn off the power save function with [SYSTEM SETUP] [POWER SAVE] setting ( 136) if you wish to make adjustments without worrying about losing your settings as a result of the automatic shut-off. Once the camcorder entered the power save mode, press the Start/Stop button to start recording or press one of the custom keys ( 79) to which the [VCR STOP] function was assigned, to return to record pause mode. If the camcorder automatically shut off (after 5 minutes), turn the dial to OFF and then back to one of the recording programs.

Recording

VCR Stop Function

You can assign the [VCR STOP] function to either custom key ( 79). In VCR stop mode the camcorder is only partially turned off: The camera section is powered normally while the recorder section is shut off. When you press the assigned custom key, you can make adjustments to the camera section as long as necessary without worrying about the 5-minute shut-off timer of the power save function. To return to record pause mode, press the assigned custom key again.

Screen Displays while Recording

Time code

You can select between drop frame or non-drop frame time code ( 52).

Remaining tape

Indicates the remaining time on the tape in minutes. “ END” will appear when the tape reaches the end.

•When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the remaining tape time may not appear.

•Depending on the type of tape, the remaining time displayed may not be accurate. In any case, you will be able to record on the tape the number of minutes that appears on the cassette’s label (for example, 85 minutes).

Remaining battery charge

The battery symbol indicates the charge status of the battery pack.

• starts flashing in red when the battery pack is empty.

•When you attach an empty battery pack, the power may turn off without displaying .

•The actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately depending on the condition under which the battery pack and camcorder are used.

SHUTTER indicator

Lights up when recording with a shutter speed other than 1/60 (or 1/48, if the frame rate is set to 24F).

REC indicator

Lights up while recording. The REC indicator starts flashing when the remaining time on the tape is less than 5 minutes (it does not flash if the remaining tape information is not displayed on the screen).

GAIN indicator

Lights up when the AGC (auto gain control) is set to either

-3 dB or +3 dB or higher.

Reference guides

With the [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] [MARKERS], [ASPECT GUIDE] and [SAFETY ZONE] settings you can display reference guides to help you frame the subject more accurately.

Safety zone 80%

Level marker

Aspect guide 4:3

Selecting the On-Screen Displays

You can select the amount of information shown on the screen from full, partial or no display. Repeatedly pressing the EVF DISPLAY button will cycle through the options in the following sequence.

Level 11: All screen displays

Level 2: Customized displays ( 110), date/time

Level 33: Markers, safety zone guides, date/time

Level 4: No displays

This level cannot be selected if [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [ALL DISPLAY] is set to [DISABLE].

If [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] [GUIDE INFO] is set to [D/T DISPLAY], the date and time will be displayed; if it is

set to [CUSTOM KEYS], the functions currently assigned to the custom keys will be displayed instead.

This level cannot be selected if [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] [MARKERS], [SAFETY ZONE] and [GUIDE INFO] are

all set [OFF].

The camcorder’s on-screen displays will also appear on a connected external TV or monitor.

Reviewing the Recording

In record pause mode, this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording.

Press and release the (record review) button.

The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode.

Recording

If the current video signal standard is different from the signal standard in which the tape was recorded, the recording will not be played back correctly.

Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio

You can select the signal standard of your recording (high definition or standard definition) and, for standard definition recordings, also the aspect ratio of the recording. Since the camcorder’s screen has an aspect ratio of 16:9, when you set the MODE SELECT switch to SD 4:3 the picture will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars.

Change the position of the MODE SELECT switch.

• HD: To record on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera.

• SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a standard-definition (SD) camera. Select the aspect ratio as desired.

 If the custom function [LED] is not set to [OFF], the MODE SELECT switch will light up in blue

when set to HD.

 If the position of the MODE SELECT switch is changed while recording, the standard/aspect ratio

will not change immediately; it will change once you pause the recording.

 When you play back 16:9 recordings, the TV set will switch automatically to widescreen mode if it

is compatible with the Video ID-1 system. Otherwise, change the aspect ratio of the TV manually.

 To play back on a standard TV set with 4:3 aspect ratio, set [SIGNAL SETUP] [LETTERBOX] to

[ON] ( 133).

 When recording in 4:3, you can attach the optional RC-72 Ratio Converter (0.8x) to get the same

angle of view of the 16:9 aspect ratio. (Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC-72.)

Locating the End of the Last Scene

You can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene.

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 remove the cassette.  The end search function may not work correctly if there is a blank section between recordings or if

you mixed recordings in HDV and DV standards on the same tape.

Recording

Zooming

You can operate the zoom using the zoom lever on the side grip or the one on the carrying handle. You can also use the zoom ring on the lens or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller. With the customized functions ( 104) you can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment when the zoom ring is used, change the zoom speed and select the zoom indicator (graphic or numeric).

Zoom buttons

Zoom lever

Zoom ring

Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward T to zoom in (telephoto).

Zoom Speed

Zoom lever on the side grip:

When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT, the zoom speed will be constant at one of 16 zoom speed levels (the current zoom speed level will appear next to the zoom indicator). Turn the ZOOM SPEED dial toward FAST to select a faster zoom speed level (higher number); turn it toward SLOW to select a slower zoom speed level (lower number). When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to VARIABLE, the zoom speed will depend on how you operate the zoom lever: press gently for a slower zoom; press harder for faster zooms.

Approximate zoom speeds using the HD 20x L IS III lens (from full wide-angle to full telephoto):

ZOOM SPEED switch Zoom speed level

CONSTANT

VARIABLE –1.2

Default setting when recording movies. When recording still images, the default setting is [FAST].

When the zoom speed is too fast (less than 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will have more trouble focusing automatically while zooming.

Level 1 5 min. 3 min. 1 min.

Level 16 4.3 sec. 2 sec. 1.22 sec.

Zoom ring: The zoom speed depends on how fast you turn the zoom ring.

Custom function [ZOOM SPEED] setting

[NORMAL]

[SLOW] [FAST]

– 60 sec.

Zoom buttons on the carrying handle: The zoom speed is constant and can be set to one of 16

zoom speed levels. Set the ZOOM SPEED switch to CONSTANT and change the zoom speed level as

described previously.

Zoom buttons on the supplied wireless controller: The zoom speed is constant and cannot be

adjusted.

When a fixed focal length lens is used, no zoom–related indications will appear on screen.

Zoom Preset (lenses with zoom preset function)

This function enables any given zoom position to be memorized. Later, you can return to the preset zoom position instantly.

Presetting the Zoom

1. Set the POSITION PRESET switch to

ZOOM.

2. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET

switch to SET.

The preset zoom position appears in yellow on the zoom indicator.

Returning to the Preset Zoom Position

Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to ON.

The camcorder returns to the preset zoom position.

 The preset setting is canceled when you attach the optional Extender XL 1.6x or mount a lens with

a different magnification.

 To return to the preset zoom position the camcorder uses the speed set for the constant zoom

speed (when the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT).

Recording

Adjusting the Focus

Functions in this chapter are explained using the HD 20x L IS III lens. If you are using a different lens, refer also to the instruction manual of the lens.

The camcorder can be set to Autofocus or Manual Focus.

Autofocus

In addition to the usual autofocus, the camcorder has also a Push-AF function to allow for temporary autofocus while focusing manually.

Manual Focus

With the customized functions ( when the focus ring is used.

and Magnifying functions ( 46).

Autofocus

The autofocus is activated when the focus mode switch is set to AF. The camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system with a focusing range of 2 cm (0.8 in.) (at full wide-angle, measured from the front of the lens barrel) to .

The camcorder focuses on the subject in the center of the screen.

104) you can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment

To make it easier to focus manually, you can also make use of the Peaking

Focus ring

Temporary Focus Override

Even while in autofocus mode, turn the focus ring to temporarily focus manually.

The camcorder will return to autofocus as soon as you release the focus ring.

Push AF (using the HD 20x L IS III lens)

In manual focus mode, set the POSITION PRESET switch to OFF. Move the AF switch

AF and hold it.

The autofocus is activated as long as you hold the switch in the AF position.

When recording under bright conditions, the camcorder closes down the aperture. When the aperture value used is too large, the picture may appear blurred. If you are using a lens with a built-in ND filter, turn the ND filter on/off according to the screen display ( 49).

 In 30F and 24F mode, autofocus takes longer than in 60i mode.  When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear

blurred.

 Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In that case, focus manually.

- Reflective surfaces

- Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines

- Fast moving subjects

- Through dirty or wet windows

- Night scenes

Manual focus

1. When using a lens with autofocus function,

set the focus mode switch to M.

• “MF” appears.

• When a lens without autofocus function is used, “MF” will not appear.

2. Zoom in to telephoto.

3. Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.

With the customized functions ( 104) you can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment when the focus ring is used.

4. Operate the zoom to reframe the subject.

If you focus manually and then leave the camcorder with the power turned on, the focus on the subject may be lost after a while. This possible slight shift in focus is a result of the internal temperature rising in the camcorder and lens. Check the focus before resuming shooting or adjust the flange back as necessary ( 28).

 Manual focus cannot be selected in Easy Recording mode. Even if you set the focus mode

switch to M, the autofocus will still be activated.

 When using a lens designed for HDV recording, the focusing distance to the subject will be

displayed for approx. 3 seconds when you switch from autofocus to manual focus or when you operate the focus ring in manual focus mode. It will also be displayed with the focus preset. With the custom function [OBJ DST UNIT] ( 104) you can change the units for the distance display (meter or feet) and with the custom display ( 110) you can select when to display this information (always, never, or only upon the operation of the focus ring).

- The focusing distance will not be displayed when the optional Extender XL 1.6x is attached to the camcorder.

- Use the focusing distance display as an estimate; when the distance reading is not considered very precise it will be displayed in gray. : Infinity focus -: Over infinity focus.

 You can simultaneously zoom and focus manually. If the camcorder is in AF mode, the autofocus

will be reactivated when you finish the operation.

Focus ring

Recording

Using the Focus Assist Functions (Peaking and Magnifying)

In order to make manual focusing easier, you can use two assist functions: Peaking emphasizes the outlines of the subject creating a clearer contrast, and Magnifying enlarges the image on the screen. You can also combine both for greater effect. With the custom function [F.AST BW-MOD] ( 104) you can set the display to change automatically to black & white while using the focus assist functions. The screen of an external monitor or viewfinder connected to the EVF2 socket will show the exact same picture as displayed on the camcorder’s viewfinder screen.

Peaking

While recording or in record pause, press the EVF PEAKING button.

• appears and the outlines of the subject will be emphasized.

• Press the button again to change the Peaking level to ; press once more to cancel the function.

 The Peaking function will not affect your recordings.  The gain and frequency of peak levels and can be set independently with the

[DISPLAY SETUP/ ] [PEAKING SETUP] setting.

Magnifying

In record pause, press the EVF MAGNIFYING button.

•“

MAGN.

” appears and the central part of the screen will be magnified approximately 2x.

• Press the button again to cancel the function.

 The magnified picture will be output as is to the HD/SD SDI terminal ( only) and the

HDV/DV terminal.

 With the custom function [CUSTOM REC] ( 104) you can select to have the magnified picture

recorded on the tape ( mode only) as it is, or to cancel the Magnifying function when you start recording video or record a still image on the memory card. In mode, the Magnifying function will always be canceled when you press the PHOTO button.

 You can use the custom keys ( 79) or the [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [MAGN.B.LOCK] setting to

prevent the accidental operation of the EVF MAGNIFYING button. With the custom function [BUTTONS OPER.1] ( 104) you can also change the operation of the EVF MAGNIFYING button (normal or long press).

Focus Preset (lenses with focus preset function)

This function enables a focus position to be memorized. Later, you can return to the preset focus position instantly. You can also select the speed at which the camcorder returns to the preset focus position.

Presetting the Focus

1. Set the focus mode switch to M.

“MF” appears.

2. Set the POSITION PRESET switch to FOCUS.

The focus preset speed currently selected appears.

3. Adjust the focus with the focus ring.

4. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to SET.

“MF” and the focus preset speed display turn yellow.

Focus ring

Recording

Setting the Focus Preset Speed

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CAMERA SETUP F SPEED PSET• 4

Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [F SPEED PSET], select a setting option and close the menu.

4 is the fastest speed; 1 is the slowest.

Returning to the Preset Focus position

Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to ON.

The camcorder returns to the preset focus position.

Macro Shooting (Focus Limit)

Usually the camcorder’s focus range allows macro shooting. You can activate the focus limit to restrict the focus range. Using the HD 20x L IS III lens, the focus range 10 cm - (at full wide-angle) is limited to 1 m - (throughout the entire zoom range).

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CAMERA SETUP FOCUS LIMIT•••OFF

Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [FOCUS LIMIT], set it to [ON ] and close the menu.

appears.

The focus limit will be canceled in the following cases.

- If the lens attached has an independent macro switch.

- If the lens attached does not support the macro setting being changed from the camcorder.

- When there is no lens attached.

Using the ND Filter (lenses with built-in ND filter)

When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may appear blurred. When using a lens with a built-in ND filter, turn the ND filter on/off according to the screen display.

With the HD 20x L IS III lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter operating ring.

When using a recording program other than M Manual and if the GAIN dial is set to A, the following displays appear:

Screen display What it means What you should do

No display ND filter is not activated – “ND” ND filter is activated “ND ” flashes ND filter required Turn on the ND filter ND “ ” flashes Lenses with single-density ND filters (ON/OFF):

External ND filter required. Lenses with selectable ND filter density: Higher

density setting or external ND filter required. ND “ ” flashes Built-in ND filter not required Turn off the ND filter “ND” flashes in red Incorrect setting of the built-in ND filter Set the ND filter to an appropriate density

Displayed only when using lenses with built-in ND filter.

If you have no external ND filter available, use the Tv mode and set a faster shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value.

Set the ND filter to a higher density setting or attach an external ND filter to the lens

ND filter unlock button

ND filter operating ring

–

Recording

Depending on the scene, the color may change when turning the ND filter on/off. Setting a custom white balance may be effective in such case ( 72).

Selecting the Frame Rate

You can select from the following frame rates depending on the recording mode:

60i, 30F, 24F (2:3 pulldown-converted)

60i, 30F, 24F (2:3 pulldown-converted or 2:3:3:2 pulldown-converted)

60i Mode

Records 60 interlaced fields per second, the same as standard-definition TV signals.

30F Mode

Records 30 frames per second according to HDV native 1080/30p specifications. For playback, the signal is converted to 60i but video output from the HDV/DV terminal will be 30p.

The picture captured by the camera at 30 frames per second is converted and recorded on the tape as 60i.

30F (camera)

30p (tape)

60i (playback)

30F (camera)

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24F Mode

Records 24 frames per second according to HDV native 1080/24p specifications, creating a true cinematic feel to the picture.

Video output from the HDV/DV terminal will be 24p. For playback and video output from the HD/SD SDI terminal ( only) and the COMPONENT OUT terminal, the signal will be down-converted to 60i using the 2:3 pulldown method.

24F (2:3) Mode

Signals are down-converted to 60i using the 2:3 pulldown method. This 24F mode is suited for playback on a TV screen but may require the extension/compression of some frames while editing.

24F (2:3:3:2) Mode

Signals are down-converted to 60i using the 2:3:3:2 pulldown method. This 24F mode is ideal for extracting true 24 frames per second in order to transfer to film simply by discarding the 3:3 adjacent frames (bc and fg in the figure).

60i (tape/playback)

24F (camera)

24p (tape)

60i (playback)

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(tape/playback)

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(tape/playback)

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Selecting the Frame Rate

Set the FRAME RATE switch to the desired position.

• i: 60i Mode, F1: 30F Mode, F2: 24F Mode.

• The selected frame rate appears on-screen.

If the position of the FRAME RATE switch is changed while recording, the frame rate will not change immediately; it will change once you pause the recording.

Selecting the 24F Pulldown Mode

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Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [24F MODE SEL], select a setting option and close the menu.

• [2:3]: “24F” appears in white.

• [2:3:3:2]: “24F” appears in orange.

CAMERA SETUP 24F MODE SEL•2:3

Recording

 If you are using an editing system that does not support the 2:3:3:2 pulldown method, make sure

to record in 24F 2:3 pulldown mode.

 Video recorded in 24F or 30F can only be played back with compatible devices and can only be

edited with software that supports these frame rates. For software and hardware compatibility consult the relevant customer support center.

Setting the Time Code

Selecting the Frame Setting

When recording in a mode other than SD at a frame rate of 24F, you can select between drop frame or non-drop frame time code.

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SIGNAL SETUP TIME CODE FRAME SETTNG•DROP

Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select the [TIME CODE] submenu and then [FRAME SETTNG]. Select a setting option and close the menu.

When you select the [NON-DROP] setting or when you set the frame rate to 24F in SD mode, “NDF” will appear on the side panel.

Selecting the Running Mode

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]: The time code runs only when recording.

[REC-RUN PS.]: The time code runs only when recording, starting from a preset value.

[FREE-RUN]: The time code runs regardless of the operation of the camcorder. (Cannot be selected

when recording in standard definition (SD) with the frame rate se to 24F.)

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1. Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select the [TIME CODE] submenu and

2. Select [SET].

3. Set the time code’s initial value.

4. Close the menu.

SIGNAL SETUP TIME CODE COUNT-UP•••••REC-RUN

then [COUNT-UP]. Select a setting option and close the menu.

[REC-RUN]: Close the menu. [REC-RUN PS.], [FREE-RUN]: Continue the procedure to set the initial value.

The hours display flashes.

Turn the SELECT dial to set the value for the hours and press the SET button. Set the value for the minutes, seconds and frames in the same way.

 About the time code display

- [REC-RUN]: The time code will be displayed with an next to it.

- [REC-RUN PS.]: The time code will be displayed in blue with a next to it.

- [FREE-RUN]: The time code will be displayed in blue with an next to it.

- External Time Code: The time code will be displayed in blue with an next to it.

- Time Code Hold: The time code will be displayed with an next to it.

- Playback: No time code display.

 When you select [FREE-RUN], the time code starts to run the moment you press the MENU button

in the middle of the setting, or when you press the SET button after setting the value for frames (F) in step 3.

 To reset the time code to [00:00:00:00], select [RESET] in step 2.

 In SD mode with the frame rate set to 24F, the frames value of the time code can be set only in

multiples of 5. When you change the frame rate from 60i/30F to 24F, the frames value of the time code will automatically become a multiple of 5.

 When you mix drop frame and non-drop frame time codes (including 24F frame rate in SD mode),

there might be a discontinuity in the time code at the point where the recording starts.

 When recording over existing scenes: When a time code discontinuity occurred near the recording

start point, the time code at the point where the recording starts may be discontinuous as well.

 As long as the built-in rechargeable lithium battery is charged, the free-run time code continues to

run even if you disconnect all other power sources.

Recording

Synchronizing the Camcorder’s Time Code

You can synchronize this camcorder’s time code to an external time code generator. You can also include in the recording the user bit signal received from the TC-IN terminal ( 56). 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 automatically be synchronized to it.

Time Code IN

An external SMPTE-standard LTC timing signal received from the TC-IN terminal will be recorded as the time code on the tape. The user bit of the external timing signal can also be recorded on tape.

Time Code OUT

The camcorder’s internal time code is sent out from the TC-OUT terminal as a standard LTC timing signal. When [SIGNAL SETUP] [SDI OUTPUT] is set to [ON(OSD)] or [ON], the time code signal will be output also through the HD/SD SDI terminal.

Genlock –– Time Code/User bit IN ––– Time Code OUT ––

* In SD mode, Time Code IN is not available if you select the 24F frame rate (the mode will be canceled and the

“TC·IN” display on the side panel will disappear).

Connection Diagram

Genlock Time Code IN

Reference video signal*

* As a reference video signal input you can use either an HD Y signal or an NTSC composite video signal.

 While a time code signal is being received, the [FRAME SETTNG] and [COUNT-UP] settings of the

camcorder will be ignored and the external time code’s drop-frame bit will be used instead (if the external time code is non-drop frame, “NDF” will appear on the side panel).

 The Genlock synchronization stabilizes after approx. 10 seconds. After that, the synchronization

will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the GENLOCK terminal.

SMPTE-standard LTC timing s i g n a l

 When an external time code signal is received, the camcorder's own time code will be

synchronized to it and the synchronization will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the TC-IN terminal. However, performing any of the following actions while the cable is not connected will cause the time code to lag slightly; the correct time code will be restored once you reconnect the cable.

- Turning the camcorder off/on.

- Changing the position of the dial to or from .

- Changing the position of the / (card/tape) switch.

- Changing the position of the MODE SELECT or FRAME RATE switch.

 If the external time code signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the internal time code

(according to the [TIME CODE]/[COUNT-UP] settings) will be recorded on the tape instead.

 If the external Genlock signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the external time code being

recorded on tape may be incorrect.

 When recording in SD mode, Time Code IN is not available if you select the 24F frame rate (the

mode will be canceled and the “TC·IN” display on the side panel will disappear).

 When the camcorder is set to HD standard, Genlock synchronization is possible even if the

external Genlock signal is in SD standard. However, Genlock synchronization will not be possible if the external Genlock signal is in HD standard but the camcorder is set to SD standard.

 The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the camcorder is initially set to 0; it

can be adjusted within the range of approx. ±0.4H (-1023 to +1023) with the [SIGNAL SETUP]

[GENLCK ADJST] setting ( 133).

 Genlock synchronization is not possible when the camcorder is set to HD standard and [SDI

SPEC.] is set to [SD LOCKED].

 About the Side Panel Indications

- “GENLOCK” will flash until the synchronization stabilizes and will stay on once the phase synchronization has stabilized.

- “TC·IN” and “TC·OUT” indicate, respectively, that Time Code IN or Time Code OUT synchronization is available.

- “EXT- LOCK” indicates that the camcorder has locked on to an external time code signal.

Recording

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 user bit information is being received along with an external time code, you can also record

the external user bit on the tape.

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RECORDING SETUP UB SELECT•••00 00 00 00

1. Open the menu and select [RECORDING SETUP]. Select [UB SELECT], select a setting option and press the SET button.

If you selected [00 00 00 00], the user bit set/reset options appear; continue with the procedure below. Otherwise, close the menu.

If you selected [00 00 00 00]:

2. Select [SET].

The first character of the user bit flashes.

3. Turn the SELECT dial to select a number or letter and press the SET button.

The next character of the user bit starts flashing. Set the rest of the user bit in the same way.

4. Close the menu.

 To reset the user bit to [00 00 00 00], select [CLEAR] in step 2.  The user bit can be recorded when recording with the camcorder or from analog devices. The user

bit set in the camcorder cannot be recorded when recording from digital devices (HDV or DV).

Displaying the User Bit

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Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [UB DISPLAY], set it to [ON] and close the menu.

DISPLAY SETUP/ UB DISPLAY•OFF

Recording an External User Bit

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Open the menu and select [RECORDING SETUP]. Select [UB REC], select [EXT.USR-BIT] and close the menu.

RECORDING SETUP UB REC•••INT.USR-BIT

Audio Recording

When recording on the tape in either HDV or DV standard, audio is recorded on two channels.

HDV

The audio transfer rate is 384 kbps and the sampling frequency is 48 kHz.

You can record audio in 16-bit mode (sampling frequency 48 kHz), or 12-bit mode (sampling

frequency 32 kHz).

• Audio is recorded on channels 1 and 2, leaving the other channels unused.

• Audio cannot be dubbed using this camcorder.

• Audio recorded with this camcorder is locked audio except for audio recorded from an analog input, or

from a digital input if you select the Unlock mode.

• While recording, the sampling frequency of the output signal from the HD/SD SDI terminal will be

48 kHz regardless of the audio input.

Selecting the DV Audio Mode

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AUDIO SETUP DV AUDIO•••16bit

Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [DV AUDIO], select a setting option and close the menu.

Using the Wind Screen

With the supplied microphone (only), you can reduce the sound of wind recorded from the front microphone.

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AUDIO SETUP WIND SCREEN•••OFF

Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [WIND SCREEN], set it to [ON ] and close the menu.

Selecting the Sensitivity of the Front Microphone

You can change the sensitivity of the front microphone to [NORMAL] or [HIGH] (+6 dB) to match the recording conditions.

[NORMAL]: To record audio under usual conditions. [HIGH]: To record audio at a higher volume.

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Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [MIC SENSIT.], select a setting option and close the menu.

AUDIO SETUP MIC SENSIT.•••NORMAL

Recording

Recording Audio

Select the audio input from FRONT (supplied microphone), XLR MIC (XLR terminals) or XLR LINE (XLR terminals). You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2.

Using the Front Microphone

Set the INPUT SELECT switch to FRONT MIC.

• You can select the microphone setting with the

STEREO/MONO switch on the microphone itself. In the MONO position, the same monaural audio signal will be recorded on channels 1 and 2.

Using the XLR terminals

1. Connect a microphone to one of the XLR terminals.

• To supply a microphone with phantom power, set

the corresponding switch to ON. Make sure to connect the microphone first, before turning the phantom power on. Keep the microphone connected when turning off the phantom power.

• Use commercially available microphones.

2. Set the INPUT SELECT switch to XLR MIC or XLR LINE.

3. Set the XLR REC CH SELECT switch to CH1 or CH1·CH2.

4. If necessary, turn on the microphone attenuator (20 dB) by setting the corresponding

switch to ATT.

The microphone attenuator will only be effective when the INPUT SELECT switch is set to XLR MIC.

5. If necessary, adjust the gain of the input signal. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [XLR 1 TRIM] or [XLR 2 TRIM], depending on the audio input you want to adjust. Select a setting option and close the menu.

The gain adjustment will only be effective when the INPUT SELECT switch is set to XLR MIC.

When connecting a microphone that does not support phantom power, make sure to set the switch to OFF. Otherwise the microphone may be damaged.

Adjusting the Audio Recording Level

If the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted, activate the microphone attenuator (20 dB), by setting the FRONT MIC ATT. switch or the corresponding switch to ATT.

Hiding/Displaying the Audio Level Indicator

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DISPLAY SETUP/ AUDIO LEVEL••ON

Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [AUDIO LEVEL], select a setting option and close the menu.

The audio level indicator can also be turned on/off with a custom key ( 79).

Automatic Audio Adjustment

Set the REC LEVEL switch to A.

 When recording audio using the front

microphone, you can change the microphone’s sensitivity ( 57).

 When the INPUT SELECT switches for both

channels are set to FRONT, if the REC LEVEL switch for CH1 is set to A, the automatic audio adjustment setting will automatically apply to CH2 as well.

 When the INPUT SELECT switches for both

channels are set to XLR MIC or XLR LINE, you can select if the audio adjustment setting for CH2 will be linked to that of CH1 ([LINK]), or if the settings will be separated ([SEP]). Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [XLR ALC LINK], select a setting option and close the menu.

Recording

Manual Audio Adjustment

1. Set the REC LEVEL switch to M.

2. Turn the corresponding dial (CH1 or CH2) to adjust each channel’s audio level.

Adjust the audio recording level so that the audio level meter will go to the right of the side panel’s audio level meter (or the larger dot on the level meter displayed on the screen) only occasionally.

 We recommend using headphones when

adjusting the audio level. If the input level is too high, audio may become distorted even if the audio level indicator shows an appropriate level. Use commercially available headphones.

mark on the

 You can select to synchronize the audio signal with the video signal by adding an equal amount of

delay to the audio. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [MONITOR SEL.], set it to [LINE OUT] and close the menu. If you wish to monitor audio in real time, select [NORMAL] instead. With either setting, the audio and video signals recorded on the tape will be synchronized.

 You can activate the audio peak limiter to prevent audio distortions. When activated, the audio

peak limiter will limit the amplitude of audio input signals when they exceed -4 dBFS. The audio peak limiter can be activated if at least one of the channels is set to manual audio adjustment. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUD.LIMITER], set it to [ON] and close the menu.

 When the INPUT SELECT switches for both channels are set to FRONT, if the REC LEVEL switch

for CH1 is set to M, the audio level adjusted with the CH1 dial will automatically apply to CH2 as well.

Embedded Audio

Embedded audio refers to the superimposing of the audio signal along with the video signal being output from the HD/SD SDI terminal.

[ON]: To embed the audio. [ON(OSD)]: To embed the audio and on-screen displays.

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SIGNAL SETUP SDI OUTPUT••OFF

Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [SDI OUTPUT], select a setting option and close the menu.

: The embedded audio output depends on the signal standard and the sampling frequency settings.

Signal standard Sampling frequency Locked/unlocked audio Embedded audio output

HD (48 kHz) Locked

32 kHz (12bit) Locked 48 kHz (16bit) Locked

: Cannot output embedded audio from a tape that was originally recorded with unlocked audio. ,

or will appear on the screen.

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Signal standard Sampling frequency Locked/unlocked audio Embedded audio output

HD (48 kHz) Locked

32 kHz (12bit)

48 kHz (16bit)

* The sampling rate will be 48 kHz.

Locked

Unlocked

Locked

Unlocked

When [SDI OUTPUT] is set to [ON(OSD)], will appear on the screen and on-screen displays will be included in the video signal output from the SDI terminal.

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Image Stabilizer (lenses with image stabilization function)

You can select to activate the image stabilizer or turn it off depending on the recording conditions.

To turn off the image stabilizer using the HD 20x L IS III lens:

Set the STABILIZER ON/OFF switch to OFF.

The image stabilizer cannot be turned off in Easy Recording mode.

 We recommend turning off the image stabilizer when the camcorder is mounted on a tripod.  The image stabilizer is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake.  The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching an optional Extender.  : The image stabilizer will be activated while half-pressing the PHOTO button to lock

the autofocus.

Recording

Using the Programmed AE Modes

Programmed auto exposure modes provide advanced automated recording techniques ensuring professional results in various shooting conditions.

Manual ( 65)

This mode offers the creative freedom of a complete range of manual controls. In Manual mode, you have the option to set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture levels.

Auto

Like the Easy Recording mode, the camcorder automatically controls camera adjustments allowing you to simply point and film. However, in Auto mode you have the option of adjusting the settings manually.

Shutter-Priority ( 67)

Use this mode to select the shutter speed. The camcorder automatically sets the appropriate aperture value.

Aperture-Priority ( 68)

Use this mode to select the aperture value from F/1.6 to F/9.5 (or full iris close) and let the camcorder automatically set the appropriate shutter speed. This mode allows for the best control of depth of field.

Spotlight

The Spotlight mode automatically adjusts the exposure to effectively record images and/or subjects lit by a spotlight or other concentrated light source.

Night

This mode allows you to continue recording even when light levels begin to fall. The camcorder uses slower shutter speeds (60i, 30F: 1/4–1/500; 24F: 1/3–1/500) to deliver proper exposure.

Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage. Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes. White points may appear on the screen. Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.

Easy Recording

The camcorder automatically controls the focus, shutter speed, aperture, gain, white balance, and AE Shift allowing you to simply point and film. This mode locks all of these features and options, making them fixed and unadjustable.

Selecting the Programmed AE Modes

Press the lock button and turn the dial.

The symbol of the selected mode appears.

 Do not change the position of the dial while recording as the brightness of the image may

change abruptly.

 The Easy Recording, Spotlight and Night modes are all-automatic modes. In the

Auto, Tv Shutter-Priority, Av Aperture-Priority and M Manual modes you can change some settings manually according to the recording conditions.

dial

Available controls/functions by programmed AE mode

EXP. LOCK button – – PUSH AE button –

Iris ring SHUTTER buttons

AE SHIFT dial –

GAIN dial

–

– – –

(0)

–

(0 dB)

–

(auto)

WHITE BALANCE dial

Custom preset adjustments – CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button – CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button – Skin detail – Clear scan

–

––

Frequency selection for clear scan – – –

Available during exposure lock.

Available during clear scan.

Only lenses with manual iris ring.

Recording

–

(auto)

Available lens functions by programmed AE mode1

All other modes

Focus ring Zoom ring Iris ring See previous table Image stabilizer

–

(ON) ND filter Focus mode selection –

(AF) XAF switch (Push-AF) –

HD 20x L IS III, HD 20x L IS II, HD 6x L, 20x L IS and 16x IS II lenses.

Not available with the HD 6x L lens.

Recording in Manual Mode

You can set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture. The aperture value can be adjusted in 1/16 EV stops; however, the aperture value displayed on the screen will change only in 1/4 EV stops.

IRIS ring

Available settings

Shutter speed

Aperture (with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III lens)

* Only with the HD 20x L IS or HD 20x L IS III Lens. ** Can only be selected if the custom function [IRIS LIMIT] is set to [OFF].

(60i/30F)

(24F)

1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300, 1/360, 1/420, 1/500, 1/600, 1/720, 1/840, 1/1000, 1/1200, 1/1400, 1/1700, 1/2000, 1/2300, 1/2600, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/15000, CS (clear scan)

1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/24, 1/48, 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300, 1/360, 1/420, 1/500, 1/600, 1/720, 1/840, 1/1000, 1/1200, 1/1400, 1/1700, 1/2000, 1/2300, 1/2600, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/8000,1/15000, CS (clear scan)

1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300, 1/360, 1/420, 1/500

F1.6, F1.8, F2.0, F2.2, F2.4, F2.6, F2.8, F3.2, F3.4, F3.7, F4.0, F4.4, F4.8, F5.2, F5.6, F6.2, F6.7, F7.3, F8.0, F8.7, F9.5, F10**, F11**, F12**, F14**, F15**, F16**, F17**, F19**, F21**, F22**, CLOSE**

Recording

1. Set the dial to M.

• The exposure indicator appears. Use the exposure indicator as an estimate.

• The mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure (calculated by the camcorder). The mark of the indicator indicates the current exposure level within (beyond 2 stops, the marker will blink).

± 2 EV stops of the standard exposure

2. Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring (only lenses with manual iris ring, like the HD 20x L IS III lens).

With the custom function [RINGS DIRECTION] ( 104) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you turn the iris ring and IRIS dial (the setting is common to both).

3. Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER or button.

With the custom function [OPER.DIRECTION] ( 104) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you push the SHUTTER buttons.

 You can use the custom keys ( 79) or the [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [SHTR B.LOCK] setting

( 136) to prevent the accidental operation of the SHUTTER buttons.

 With the custom function [IRIS LIMIT] ( 104) you can activate the iris limit to prevent the

aperture from closing below the diffraction limit of the lens. If the iris limit is not activated, aperture values that exceed the diffraction limit will appear in gray when selecting the aperture. Using aperture values displayed in gray will cause diffraction blur.

 When a lens without iris control function is used, the aperture value will not appear on the screen.

 With the custom function [LANC AE SHIFT] ( 104), you can change the function of the AE SHIFT

dial on the optional ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller and use it to change the aperture value.

Push AE

In M Manual mode you can use the Push AE function when you want the camcorder to re-establish optimal exposure settings by automatically adjusting the aperture and gain (if the GAIN dial is set to A).

Press the PUSH AE button and hold it pressed down.

• The camcorder will adjust the aperture value and gain

to achieve optimal exposure ( mark above the exposure indicator).

• After you release the button, the aperture value and gain (if the GAIN dial is set to A) set by the camcorder

will override the previous settings made in M Manual mode.

 The Push AE function is not available when no lens is attached to the camcorder, or if the aperture

of the lens attached cannot be controlled from the camcorder.

 You can use the custom keys ( 79) or the [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [E.LCK B.LCK] setting to

prevent the accidental operation of the PUSH AE button.

Recording in Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode

Available shutter speeds when recording movies depend on the selected frame rate:

60i/30F 1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/15000,

CS (clear scan)

24F 1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/24, 1/48, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/15000,

CS (clear scan)

Available shutter speeds when recording still images:

1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/100, 1/250, 1/500

* Only with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III Lens.

1. Set the dial to Tv.

2. Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER or button.

With the custom function [OPER.DIRECTION] ( 104) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you push the SHUTTER buttons.

 Settings other than the shutter speed (aperture, etc.) are adjusted automatically.  Using exposure lock to adjust the exposure manually will change the shutter speed, overriding the

shutter speed selected in Tv mode.

 When the GAIN dial is set to A (automatic gain), the numeric value on the screen flashes if the

selected shutter speed is not suitable for the recording conditions. In such case, readjust the shutter speed. If you are using an ND filter, turn it off first and readjust the shutter speed.

 Image quality may decrease to some extent when using slow shutter speeds.  When recording under artificial light sources such as fluorescent, mercury or halogen lamps, the

screen may flicker depending on the shutter speed. To avoid the flicker, set the shutter speed to 1/100.

 You can use the custom keys ( 79) or the [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [SHTR B.LOCK] setting

( 136) to prevent the accidental operation of the SHUTTER buttons.

Recording

Recording in Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode

The aperture value can be adjusted in 1/16 EV stops; however, the aperture value displayed on the screen will change only in 1/4 EV stops.

Available aperture values (with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III lens)

F1.6, F1.8, F2.0, F2.2, F2.4, F2.6, F2.8, F3.2, F3.4, F3.7, F4.0, F4.4, F4.8, F5.2, F5.6, F6.2, F6.7, F7.3, F8.0, F8.7, F9.5, F10*, F11*, F12*, F14*, F15*, F16*, F17*, F19*, F21*, F22*, CLOSE* * Can only be selected if the custom function [IRIS LIMIT] is set to [OFF].

1. Set the dial to Av.

2. Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring (only lenses with manual iris ring, like the HD 20x L IS III lens).

With the custom function [RINGS DIRECTION] ( 104) you can change the direction of the adjustment when you turn the iris ring and IRIS dial (the setting is common to both).

 Settings other than the aperture value (shutter speed, etc.) are adjusted automatically.  Using exposure lock to adjust the exposure manually will change the aperture, overriding the value

selected in Av mode.

 When the GAIN dial is set to A (automatic gain), the numeric value on the screen flashes when the

selected aperture is not appropriate for the recording condition. In such case, readjust the aperture.

 When the built-in ND filter is activated, the picture may become dark when you set a high aperture

value. In such case, turn off the ND Filter first and readjust the aperture.

 With the custom function [IRIS LIMIT] ( 104) you can activate the iris limit to prevent the

 When a lens without iris control function is used, the aperture value will not appear on the screen.  With the custom function [LANC AE SHIFT] ( 104), you can change the function of the AE SHIFT

dial on the optional ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller and use it to change the aperture value.

IRIS ring

Adjusting the Exposure

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 indicates the

standard exposure (calculated by the camcorder). The mark of the indicator indicates the current exposure level within ± 2 EV stops of the standard exposure (beyond 2 stops, the marker will blink).

• You can use the custom keys ( 79) or the

[SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [E.LCK B.LCK] setting to prevent the accidental operation of the EXP. LOCK button.

AE Shift

You can use the AE Shift control to manually override the automatic exposure system in order to darken or lighten the image. Select from 13 AE levels (+2.0, +1.5, +1.0, +0.75, +0.5, +0.25, ±0, -0.25, -0.5,

-0.75, -1.0, -1.5, -2.0).

1. Set the dial to , Tv or Av.

2. Turn the AE SHIFT dial to adjust the level.

• “AE” and the selected shift level will be displayed

on the screen.

• You can use the custom keys ( 79) or the

[SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [AE D.LOCK] setting to prevent the accidental operation of the AE SHIFT dial.

Recording

Gain

The gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending on the lighting and shooting conditions. Select automatic gain control, one of the preset gain level ranging from -3 dB to +18 dB or fine-tune the gain level in 0.5 dB increments.

GAIN dial Use

A Automatic gain control.

-3 For the lowest noise recording for indoor, low light or low contrast scenes. 0 For lifelike night scenes or scenes under artificial lighting. +3, +6, +12, +18 Increases the brightness in indoor or low-light scenes. Increases the depth of field. 0 – +18, +36 Gain fine tuning.

Selecting the Gain Level

1. Set the dial to , Tv, Av or M.

2. Push the GAIN dial so that it pops out.

3. Turn the GAIN dial to adjust the level.

When the dial is set to a position other than A (automatic gain control), the selected gain level appears.

Gain Fine Tuning

1. Set the dial to , Tv, Av or M.

2. Set the GAIN dial to 0 – +18, +36.

The gain level currently set will be displayed.

3. Press the SET button.

The gain level display will start flashing.

4. Turn the SELECT dial to set the desired gain level.

You can change the gain level in 0.5 dB increments within the range 0.0 to 18.0 dB. In mode (only) you can also set the gain level to 36.0 dB.

5. Press the SET button again.

The gain level display stops flashing and stays on.

 When you select high gain levels, the picture may flicker slightly. The 36.0 dB gain level in

particular, allows you to shoot video with a higher sensitivity but is more prone to the appearance of video noise and artifacts (white dots, vertical streaks or blocking).

 When the GAIN dial is set to A (automatic gain control) you can activate the gain limit to prevent

the camcorder from setting a level higher than a preset limit between 3 dB and 15 dB. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [AGC LIMIT], set the maximum gain level and close the menu.

White Balance

The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate color display under different lighting conditions. In addition to the fully automated mode, white balance modes include an indoor mode, an outdoor mode, a color temperature setting and two user-defined custom preset values.

WHITE BALANCE dial Use

AWB Automatic adjustment of white balance.

(outdoor) Bright sunlight (5,600 K).

(indoor) Incandescent light (3,200 K).

(color temperature) Setting depending on the hue of a specific lighting (2,000 - 15,000 K in 100 K increments).

Custom Preset A, B Custom preset (3,200 - 5,600 K).

Selecting the White Balance Setting

1. Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than .

2. Push the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out.

3. Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to the desired white balance setting.

You can fine-tune the preset / settings. Press the WHITE BALANCE button so the preset icon and the neutral value ±0 start flashing. Adjust the white balance with the SELECT dial to a value between -9 and +9 and press the WHITE BALANCE

button again.

Recording

Setting the Color Temperature

1. Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than .

2. Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to .

The color temperature currently set will be displayed.

3. Press the WHITE BALANCE button.

The color temperature display will start flashing.

4. Turn the SELECT dial to set the desired color temperature.

5. Press the WHITE BALANCE button again.

The color temperature display stops flashing and stays on.

Setting a Custom White Balance

1. Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than .

2. Press the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out.

3. Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to one of the custom preset positions, A or B.

4. Point the camcorder at a white object and zoom in until it fills the whole screen.

Keep the camcorder zoomed at the white object until step 5 is completed.

5. Press the WHITE BALANCE button.

and the corresponding letter will stop flashing and stay on when the setting is completed.

 When you set the custom white balance: Very rarely and depending on the light source, may

keep flashing. The result will still be better than with the AWB setting.

 As long as the built-in rechargeable lithium battery is charged, the camcorder retains the custom

white balance setting even if you turn it off.

 The following custom preset settings take precedence, and will override the white balance set

with the procedure above: The color matrix [CMX] setting, the 3 R/G/B gain settings, and the 6 R/ G/B matrix settings ( 102).

 The custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases:

-Changing lighting conditions

-Close-ups

-Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or forest)

-Under mercury lamps or certain types of fluorescent lights

 Perform the custom white balance setting procedure in a sufficiently well lit place.  Readjust the custom white balance if you turn the ND filter on/off (lenses with a built-in ND filter) or

when the light source has changed.

Recording with a Custom White Balance Previously Set

1. Set the dial to a recording program other than .

2. Turn the WHITE BALANCE dial to the desired custom preset, A or B.

The custom white balance set in advance is activated.

Zebra Pattern

This camcorder has a zebra pattern feature that shows black and white diagonal stripes over the areas that are overexposed. The zebra pattern is only displayed on the screen and will not affect your recordings. The zebra pattern will not be displayed while the Peaking function is activated ( 46).

Available zebra pattern settings: 70 IRE, 75 IRE, 80 IRE, 85 IRE, 90 IRE, 95 IRE, and 100 IRE.

Selecting the Zebra Pattern Level

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DISPLAY SETUP/ ZEBRA LEVEL••85

Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [ZEBRA LEVEL], select a setting option and close the menu.

Activating the Zebra Pattern

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DISPLAY SETUP/ ZEBRA

••••••••

OFF

Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [ZEBRA], set it to [ON] and close the menu.

Recording

Color Correction

With the color correction function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or pattern (color phase, chroma, area and Y level) and correct them automatically when recording. You can set the color correction for up to two different colors (A and B). When determining the color to be corrected, targeted areas will be identified on the screen by zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture. On a connected monitor or computer, targeted areas will be identified by white areas alternating with the normal picture.

Determining the Color to be Corrected

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CAMERA SETUP COLOR CORR. ····

A AREA SEL. COLOR PHASE

····

B AREA SEL. CHROMA

AREA

Y LEVEL

••••••

•••••••••••

•••••••••••••

••••••••••

1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select the [COLOR CORR.] submenu and then select [A AREA SEL.] or [B AREA SEL.].

2. Select each setting option, adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu.

[COLOR PHASE]: Select the basic color phase (0-15) of the color to be detected. Use the following

values as an approximate reference: 0=purple, 3=red, 6=orange, 9=green, 12=blue.

[CHROMA]: Adjust the color saturation for the color to be detected. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available;

set higher levels to detect areas with richer colors.

[AREA]: Adjust the color range for the color to be detected. 4 levels (1 to 4) are available; set

higher levels to detect a wider color range.

[Y LEVEL]: Adjust the brightness for the color to be detected. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set

higher levels to detect brighter areas.

Adjusting the Color Correction

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CAMERA SETUP COLOR CORR. ····

A AREA REV. R GAIN

····

B AREA REV. B GAIN

•••••••••••

1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select the [COLOR CORR.] submenu and then select [A AREA REV.] or [B AREA REV.].

2. Select the color gain options, adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu.

[R GAIN]: Adjust the red gain of the detected area. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set [+] values to

increase red tones or [-] values to increase cyan tones.

[B GAIN]: Adjust the blue gain of the detected area. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set [+] values to

increase blue tones or [-] values to increase yellow tones.

Activating the Color Correction

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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 and close the menu.

• You can correct only the predefined A area, only the predefined B area or both.

• appears.

Recording

Skin Detail Function

With the skin detail function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or tone. Detail in the targeted areas will be softened in order to conceal skin imperfections. Targeted areas will be identified on the screen by a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture. On a connected monitor or computer, targeted areas will be identified by white areas alternating with the normal picture. You can adjust the hue, chroma, area and Y level as required, to determine the areas that will be detected as skin areas.

Determining the Tone to be Detected as Skin Area

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CAMERA SETUP SKIN DETAIL HUE

CHROMA

AREA

Y LEVEL

••••••••••••••

•••••••••••

•••••••••••••

••••••••••

1. Open the menu, select [CAMERA SETUP] and then select the [SKIN DETAIL] submenu.

2. Select each setting option, adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu.

• [HUE]: Adjust the hue for detection of the skin area. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set [+] values

to detect hues closer to red or [-] values to detect hues closer to green.

• [CHROMA]: Adjust the color saturation for detection of the skin area. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available;

set higher levels to detect areas with richer colors.

• [AREA]: Adjust the color range for detection of the skin area. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set

higher levels to detect a wider color range.

• [Y LEVEL]: Adjust the brightness for detection of the skin area. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set

higher levels to detect brighter areas.

Activating the Skin Detail Function

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1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select the [SKIN DETAIL] submenu and

2. Select a setting option and close the menu.

CAMERA SETUP SKIN DETAIL EFFECT LEVEL••OFF

then select [EFFECT LEVEL].

• You can select the strength of the effect from low, middle or high.

• appears.

Selective Noise Reduction

With the selective noise reduction function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or tone and automatically reduce noise in the targeted areas. This is particularly useful for chroma keying, as targeting the selective noise reduction to the color of the background green or blue screen will result in a smoother composite picture.

Targeted areas will be identified on the screen by a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture. On a connected monitor or computer, targeted areas will be identified by white areas alternating with the normal picture.

Determining the Area to be Corrected

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CAMERA SETUP SELECTIVE NR HUE

CHROMA

AREA

Y LEVEL

••••••••••••••

•••••••••••

•••••••••••••

••••••••••

1. Open the menu, select [CAMERA SETUP] and then select the [SELECTIVE NR] submenu.

2. Select each setting option, adjust the levels as necessary and close the menu.

• [HUE]: Select the base hue (-6 to 6) of the color to be detected. Use the following values as an

approximate reference: -6=blue-violet, 0=cyan, 6=yellowish green.

• [CHROMA]: Adjust the color saturation for the color to be detected. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set

higher levels to detect areas with richer colors.

• [AREA]: Adjust the color range for the color to be detected. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set

higher levels to detect a wider color range.

• [Y LEVEL]: Adjust the brightness for the color to be detected. 13 levels (-6 to 6) are available; set

higher levels to detect brighter areas.

Activating the Selective Noise Reduction

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1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select the [SELECTIVE NR] submenu

2. Select a setting option and close the menu.

CAMERA SETUP SELECTIVE NR EFFECT LEVEL••OFF

and then select [EFFECT LEVEL].

• You can select the strength of the effect from low, middle or high.

• appears.

Recording

Clear Scan

This feature allows you to record a computer’s CRT screen or other equipment without displaying black band or flicker on the screen. You can adjust the frequency from 60.1 Hz to 203.9 Hz.

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CAMERA SETUP CLEAR SCAN

•••

60.1Hz

1. Set the dial to Tv or M.

2. Repeatedly press the SHUTTER button to set the shutter speed to “CS”.

3. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [CLEAR SCAN], adjust the frequency and close the menu.

Adjust the frequency so that the black band does not appear.

Custom Keys

You can assign frequently used functions to the custom keys. The custom keys can have different functions assigned to them in each of the operating modes.

Default settings:

CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE TV SCREEN ZEBRA TV SCREEN CUSTOM KEY 2 INDEX WRITE DATA CODE TV SCREEN EVF BW MODE

To check the current custom key settings:

In a recording mode: Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [GUIDE INFO], set it to [CUSTOM KEYS] and close the menu. In a playback mode: Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [CUSTOM KEY], set it to [ON] and close the menu.

The following functions can be assigned to the custom keys:

Time code Index write Zebra pattern VCR stop TV screen Time code hold

Audio level Viewfinder’s B&W mode

SHUTTER button lock AE SHIFT dial lock EXP. LOCK button lock CP backward key Flange back adjustment

Flip EVF SDI output

1,2

Focus limit

Time code TV screen Data code Audio level Time code hold Viewfinder’s B&W mode SDI output

MAGN. button lock

Zebra pattern TV screen Viewfinder’s B&W mode MAGN. button lock SHUTTER button lock AE SHIFT dial lock

Can only be assigned to Custom Key 2.

This function can only be operated with a custom key. (Index write can also be operated with the wireless controller.)

only.

EXP. LOCK button lock CP backward key Flange back adjustment

Flip EVF SDI output

1,2

Focus limit

TV screen Viewfinder’s B&W mode SDI output

Recording

Changing the Custom Keys Setting

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* Default value in mode.

SYSTEM SETUP/ CUSTOM KEY 1•TIME CODE*

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 ( 52)

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The time code setting menu appears.

[INDEX WRITE] Index Write

You can add an index signal to your recording for easy search in mode ( 116).

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

• will appear while the index signal is being recorded (approx. 6.5 seconds).

• When the camcorder is in record pause mode, the index signal will be written when you start recording.

• An index signal cannot be added or erased later.

[ZEBRA] Zebra Pattern ( 73)

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The zebra pattern is activated. Press the button again to cancel it.

[VCR STOP] VCR Stop ( 37)

When the camcorder is in record pause mode, you can turn off the recorder section. Even if [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] [POWER SAVE] is set to [OFF], you can take your time adjusting the camera settings, while the recorder section of the camcorder is powered off so you do not need to worry about the tape or the video heads. VCR Stop can only be operated with the custom keys.

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The VCR Stop mode is activated. Press the button again to return to record pause mode. You can also start recording by pressing the Start/Stop button directly in VCR Stop mode.

[TV SCREEN] TV Screen

You can show the camcorder’s displays on a connected external monitor or TV.

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

[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 next to it and “HOLD” will appear on the side

panel.

• The time code being output from the TC-OUT*, HD/SD SDI*, (LANC) and HDV/DV terminals will not be

put on hold. The time code superimposed on the video signal output from the COMPONENT OUT, VIDEO IN/OUT and IN/OUT (S-Video) terminals will be put on hold. (* only.)

• The time code hold will be canceled when you turn the camcorder on/off, change the operating mode

between recording and playback or change the position of the / (card/tape) switch.

[AUDIO LEVEL] Audio Level Indicator ( 59)

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The audio level indicator appears. Press the button again to hide the audio level indicator.

[EVF BW MODE] Viewfinder’s B&W mode

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The image on the screen will be shown in black & white (on-screen displays and indicators will still be displayed in color). Press the button again to return to color display.

[MAGN.B.LOCK] MAGN. Button Lock

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

Pressing the button will lock the EVF MAGNIFYING buton to prevent its accidental operation. Press the custom key button again to reactivate the EVF MAGNIFYING button.

[SHTR B.LOCK] SHUTTER Button Lock

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

Pressing the button will lock the SHUTTER buttons to prevent their accidental operation. Press the custom key button again to reactivate the SHUTTER buttons.

[AE D.LOCK] AE SHIFT Dial Lock

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

Pressing the button will lock the AE SHIFT dial to prevent its accidental operation. Press the custom key button again to reactivate the AE SHIFT dial.

[E.LCK B.LCK] EXP. LOCK Button Lock

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

Pressing the button will lock the EXP. LOCK button to prevent its accidental operation. Press the custom key button again to reactivate the EXP. LOCK button.

Recording

[CP BKWD KEY] Custom Preset Backward Key

Press the CUSTOM KEY 2 button.

Usually, pressing the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button will cycle forwards to the following custom preset file. Pressing the custom key button instead will cycle backwards to the preceding custom preset file. CP backward key can only be operated with the custom keys.

[FB] Flange Back Adjustment

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The flange back adjustment menu appears. (Will have no effect if flange back adjustment is not available with the lens attached.)

[FLIP EVF] Flip EVF

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

Activating the function will reverse the displayed image both upside/down and right/left. This affects only the display, and the video signal being output from all terminals will not change.

• When using XL lenses designed for HDV recording, the Flip EVF function will be deactivated while

displaying the menu screens.

• Flip EVF can only be operated with the custom keys.

[SDI OUTPUT] SDI Output

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The SDI output setup menu appears.

[FOCUS LIMIT] Focus Limit ( 48)

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The focus limit is activated. Press the button again to cancel it.

[DATA CODE] Data Code ( 117)

Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.

The data code appears. Press the button again to hide the data code.

Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal

You can generate and record color bars signals and a 1 kHz audio reference signal. With the customized functions ( 104) you can choose between SMPTE standard-definition color bars ([TYPE 1]) and ARIB multiformat HDTV color bars ([TYPE 2]) and you can also select the strength of the audio signal (-12 dB, -18 dB, or -20 dB).

1. Select the standard of the color bars signal [COLOR BARS] and the strength of the audio reference signal [1kHz TONE] with the customized functions ( 104).

2. Press the BARS/FADE SELECT button to display the (color bars) icon.

• Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through

the options in the following order: , , , no display.

• starts flashing.

3. Press the BARS/FADE ON/OFF button.

• The color bars appear and the audio reference signal is emitted (if activated). Press the Start/Stop

button to record the signal.

• If you set the custom function [1kHz TONE] to [OFF], the current audio input (microphone, line in, etc.)

will be recorded as the audio signal.

Faders

You can choose to fade to/from white or to/from black.

1. While recording or in record pause mode, press the BARS/FADE SELECT button to display the (white fader) or (black fader) icon.

• Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the options in the following order: , , , no

display.

• The icon of the selected fader type starts flashing.

2. Press the BARS/FADE ON/OFF button.

The icon stops flashing.

3. Press the Start/Stop button.

• In record pause: the recording will fade in and start. While recording: the recording will fade out and

stop.

• After the fade-in/out the icon will start flashing again. To activate the fader again, press the BARS/FADE

ON/OFF button (step 2).

Recording

External Conn ections

Video Signal Output Standards

The standard of the video signal output from the HD/SD SDI ( only), COMPONENT OUT and HDV/DV terminals depends on the standard used for recording (or the standard of the recording on the tape being played back) and on various menu settings. Video output from the VIDEO OUT or IN/OUT (S-Video) terminal will always be in 480/60i standard.

Standard of Video Output while Recording

While recording in high definition, video output from the HD/SD SDI terminal will be an

uncompressed HD, YPbPr signal. You can down-convert the video output with the respective menu settings.

Recording

standard and

frame rate

HD/SD SDI terminal

Unchanged

HD 60i 1080/60i 480/60i 1080/60i 480/60i 1080/60i HD 30F 1080/60i 480/60i HD 24F 1080/60i 480/60i

Standard of Video Output during Playback

When playing back a tape recorded in HDV standard, video output from the HD/SD SDI terminal will be a signal modified from the HDV video. You can down-convert the video output with the respective menu settings.

Standard of

the tape

HDV

1080/60i

HDV

1080/30p

HDV

1080/24p

[SIGNAL SETUP] [SDI SPEC.] set to [SD LOCKED].

[SIGNAL SETUP] [COMP.OUT] set to [480i].

[SIGNAL SETUP] [HD DOWN-CONV] set to [ON].

16:9 picture is horizontally squeezed to a 4:3 aspect ratio.

On-screen displays will not be embedded in the video output even if [SIGNAL SETUP] [SDI OUTPUT] is set to [ON(OSD)].

On-screen displays will not be embedded in the video output even if [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] [TV SCREEN] is set to [ON].

Converted to 60i.

Converted to 60i using the 2:3 pulldown method.

[LETTERBOX]

setting

[OFF] 1080/60i 480/60i 1080/60i 480/60i

[ON] 480/60i 480/60i

[OFF] 1080/60i

[ON] 480/60i

[OFF] 1080/60i

[ON] 480/60i

only.

HD/SD SDI terminal

Unchanged

Down-

converted

2, 5, 6

Down-

converted

480/60i 1080/60i

COMPONENT OUT terminal

Unchanged

1080/60i 480/60i 1080/60i 480/60i

COMPONENT OUT terminal HDV/DV terminal

Unchanged

2, 5

Converted

converted

Down-

3, 5

Unchanged

1080/60i 480/60i

480/60i

1080/30p 480/60i

HDV/DV terminal

1080/30p 1080/24p

Down-

Converted

4, 7

Connecting to a Monitor/TV

The different recording modes and the corresponding output terminals are given in the table below:

HD/SD SDI Terminal*

HD [LETTERBOX]

set to [OFF]

[LETTERBOX] set to [ON]

SD 16:9 [LETTERBOX]

set to [OFF]

[LETTERBOX] set to [ON]

SD 4:3 640x480 D1 (SD) Normal DV (SD)

* only.

1920x1080 D3 (1440x1080) MPEG TS

SD SDI D1 (SD) MPEG TS

640x480 D1 (SD) DV (SD)

SD SDI D1 (SD) DV (SD)

COMPONENT OUT

Ter mina l

HDV/DV

Te rmin al

VIDEO and

Ter mina ls

Displaying the Viewfinder's Screen on an External Monitor

The screen of an external monitor or viewfinder connected to the EVF2 socket will show the exact same picture as displayed on the camcorder's viewfinder screen. Use the supplied external monitor cable to connect to a monitor or TV equipped with component video inputs.

External Connections

External Monitor Cable (supplied)

Signal flow

Green

Blue

Red

Connection to a High Definition Monitor or HDTV

Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal

INPUT

White

Red

Open the terminal cover

BNC Cable (commercially available)

* If [SDI OUTPUT] is set to [OFF] (no embedded audio), the audio signal is separate from the SDI video

output signal

Activate the HD/SD SDI output and select the appropriate video output option (HD or SD).

Stereo Cable* (supplied)

Signal flow

White

Red

VIDEO

AUDIO

S (S1)-VIDEO

1. Set the dial to .

2. Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [SDI OUTPUT] and set it to [ON] or

[ON(OSD)].

3. From the same [SIGNAL SETUP] submenu select [SDI SPEC.]. Select [AUTO] or

[SD LOCKED] to match the video output you wish to use.

4. Close the menu.

When [SDI OUTPUT] is set to [ON(OSD)], will appear on the screen and on-screen displays will be included in the video signal output from the SDI terminal.

When [SDI OUTPUT] is set to [ON(OSD)]:  The on-screen displays included in the video output signal are determined by the display level

selected with the EVF DISPLAY button ( 39). Markers (safety zone guide, level/grid markers, etc.) are never included in the video signal output.

 The [SIGNAL SETUP] [COMP.OUT] setting is not available.

Using the COMPONENT OUT Terminal

Open the terminal cover

INPUT

White

Red

DTC-1000 Component Video Cable (supplied)

Signal flow

* The audio signal is separate from the component video signal

Stereo Cable* (supplied)

Signal flow

White

Red

Green

Blue

Red

VIDEO

AUDIO

S (S1)-VIDEO

Select the appropriate component video signal depending on the TV or monitor you connect.

Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [COMP.OUT], select a setting option and close the menu.

Using the HDV/DV Terminal

External Connections

CV-250F DV Cable (optional) or commercially available 6 pin-6 pin DV cable

4-pin

6-pin

• When connecting the camcorder to a monitor or TV that supports DV input, you may need to carry out a

procedure on the monitor or TV to recognize the camera.

• 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.

Using the VIDEO IN/OUT or (S-Video) IN/OUT Terminal

Open the terminal cover

INPUT

White

Red

* To use the VIDEO terminals instead of the terminal, connect the TV to the camcorder’s VIDEO OUT

terminal using a BNC cable (commercially available), or connect the TV to the camcorder’s VIDEO IN/OUT terminal using an RCA video cable (commercially available).

Stereo Cable (supplied)

Signal flow

S-Video Cable* (commercially available)

Red

VIDEO

AUDIO

S (S1)-VIDEO

 We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet.  TV sets with S1-Video terminals: Recordings made with a 16:9 aspect ratio ( 40) will be

played automatically in widescreen mode if you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S-VIDEO terminal.

 TV sets equipped with the Video ID-1 System: Recordings made with a 16:9 aspect ratio ( 40)

will be played automatically in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S (S1-) VIDEO terminal or the VIDEO terminal.

 During fast forward playback, rewind playback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV

standard, the picture may be distorted.

Connection to a Standard Definition TV or Monitor

Using the COMPONENT OUT Terminal

• Refer to the connection diagram in the previous section ( 87).

• Select the appropriate component video signal depending on the TV or monitor you connect.

Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [COMP.OUT], select a setting option and close the menu.

Using the VIDEO IN/OUT or (S-Video) IN/OUT Terminal

• Refer to the connection diagram in the previous section ( 88).

• If connecting to a TV set with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the [LETTERBOX] setting appropriately.

Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [LETTERBOX], set it to [ON] and close the menu.

 We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet.  TV sets with S1-Video terminals: Recordings made with a 16:9 aspect ratio ( 40) will be

played automatically in widescreen mode if you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S-VIDEO terminal.

 TV sets equipped with the Video ID-1 System: Recordings made with a 16:9 aspect ratio ( 40)

will be played automatically in widescreen mode whether you connect the camcorder to the TV using the S (S1-) VIDEO terminal or the VIDEO terminal.

 During fast forward playback, rewind playback and reverse playback of a tape recorded in HDV

standard, the picture may be distorted.

External Connections

Audio Output

Selecting the Audio Channel

You can select the channel for audio signal output from the CH1/CH2 and the (headphone) terminals.

Repeatedly press the AUDIO OUTPUT CH button to change the audio channel.

• Pressing the button will cycle between the audio

channels in the following order: CH1/CH2 CH1/CH1 CH2/CH2 ALL CH/ALL CH CH1/CH2.

• During playback of a tape recorded with 4-channel

audio (using another device) or while recording external video with 4-channel audio from the HDV/DV terminal, the output channels will be: CH1·3/CH2·4 CH1·3/CH1·3 CH2·4/CH2·4 ALL CH/ALL CH.

Selecting the Audio Output Level

You can boost the level of the audio output signal from the CH1/CH2 terminals from 1 Vrms to 2 Vrms (+6 dB).

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AUDIO SETUP OUTPUT LEVEL•••1Vrms

Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [OUTPUT LEVEL], select a setting option and close the menu.

Selecting the Audio Monitor

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Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUD.M.SET], select a setting option and close the menu.

• You can also select the audio monitor using the wireless controller.

• If you selected [MIX/VAR.], adjust the mix balance with the [MIX BALANCE] setting or using the MIX

BALANCE buttons on the wireless controller.

AUDIO SETUP AUD.M.SET

•••

CH 1/2

Audio Output Selected Audio Recordings on 2

Channels

CH1/CH2 CH3/CH4

Left Output: L or CH1 Right Output: R or CH2

CH1·3/CH2·4

CH1/CH1 CH3/CH3

Left Output: L or CH1 Right Output: L or CH1

CH1·3/CH1·3

CH2/CH2 CH4/CH4

Left Output: R or CH2 Right Output: R or CH2

CH2·4/CH2·4

ALL CH/ALL CH Left Output: All channels

Right Output: All channels

Audio Monitor

Audio Recordings on 4 Channels

[AUD.M.SET]

1/2

CH Left Output: CH1

Right Output: CH2

CH Left Output: CH3

3/4

Right Output: CH4

MIX/FIXED Left Output: CH1+CH3

Right Output: CH2+CH4 Mix balance fixed at 1:1

MIX/VAR. Left Output: CH1+CH3

Right Output: CH2+CH4 Mix balance can be adjusted

1/2

CH Both Outputs: CH1

3/4

CH Both Outputs: CH3 MIX/FIXED Both Outputs: CH1+CH3

Mix balance fixed at 1:1

MIX/VAR. Both Outputs: CH1+CH3

Mix balance can be adjusted

1/2

CH Both Outputs: CH2

3/4

CH Both Outputs: CH4 MIX/FIXED Both Outputs: CH2+CH4

Mix balance fixed at 1:1

MIX/VAR. Both Outputs: CH2+CH4

Mix balance can be adjusted

1/2

CH Both Outputs: All channels

3/4

CH Both Outputs: All channels MIX/FIXED Both Outputs: All channels

Mix balance fixed at 1:1

MIX/VAR. Both Outputs: All channels

Mix balance can be adjusted

External Connections

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-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable or a commercially available 6 pin-6 pin DV cable to connect the external device.

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SYSTEM SETUP/ DV CONTROL

•••

OFF

1. Open the menu and select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ]. Select [DV CONTROL], set it to [ON

] and close the menu.

2. Press the Start/Stop button.

If the button was pressed while the camcorder was in record pause mode:

Camcorder and external device: start recording.

If the button was pressed while the camcorder was recording:

Camcorder and external device: stop recording (record pause mode).

If the button was pressed while the camcorder was not ready to start recording:

Camcorder: no change; External device: starts/stops recording following the camcorder’s control. If you press the Start/Stop button again after solving the problem on the camcorder (inserting a cassette, etc.), the camcorder will start recording as the external device continues recording.

 While both this camcorder and a connected device are recording, if this camcorder stops

recording because of a condition other than pressing the Start/Stop button (e.g., if the tape has reached its end), the connected device will continue recording.

 When this camcorder stops recording you may notice a brief interruption of the audio on the

connected device.

 The status of the connected device is indicated as follows.

Connected device is recording Connected device is in record pause or stop mode – – – Connected device is in a mode other than record pause or stop

[DV CONTROL] is set to [ON ], but no external device is connected

 As long as the built-in rechargeable lithium battery is charged, the camcorder retains the DV

control setting even if you turn the power off. Make sure to check the setting after using the DV control function, as the tape in the connected device may be overwritten.

 When connecting two DV Control-compatible Canon camcorders with a DV cable, make sure to

set [DV CONTROL] on the other connected camcorder to [OFF].

 Up to 2 other devices can be connected to this camcorder for DV control.  With some non-Canon devices the DV control may not work properly depending on the connected

device.

Recording an External Video Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In)

You can record on the tape an external video signal, either from the HDV/DV input (SD or HD standard) or from the analog video input (SD standard).

HDV/DV In

When recording from an external digital device you can select the time code to be used for the recording made with this camcorder. Select [COPY] to keep the original time code of the video source, or [REGEN.] to use instead this camcorder’s internal time code.

1. Open the menu, select [SIGNAL SETUP] and then select the [TIME CODE] submenu.

2. Select [HDV/DV IN], select a setting option and close the menu.

3. Connect the camcorder to the external video device.

For the connection diagram to a digital device refer to Section of Connecting to a Monitor/TV ( 87).

4. Press the and buttons (or the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller).

• The camcorder enters the record pause mode. In this mode you can monitor the picture on the screen.

• If you press only the button, recording will start immediately.

5. Press the button (or the PAUSE button on the wireless controller) when the scene

you wish to record appears.

Recording starts.

6. Press the button to stop recording.

Analog Line-In

1. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [DV AUDIO], select a setting option

and close the menu.

2. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device.

For the connection diagram to an analog device refer to Section of Connecting to a Monitor/TV ( 88). Connect the supplied Stereo Cable to the IN terminals on the camcorder.

3. Press the and buttons (or the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller).

• The camcorder enters the record pause mode. In this mode you can monitor the picture on the screen.

• If you press only the button, recording will start immediately.

4. Press the button (or the PAUSE button on the wireless controller) when the scene

you wish to record appears.

Recording starts.

5. Press the button to stop recording.

Certain software tapes are copyright protected. If you attempt to play back such tape, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears and you will not be able to view the contents of the tape. If you attempt to record from such tape via the DV terminal, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED” appears and you will not be able to record the contents of the tape.

We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet.

External Connections

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.

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SIGNAL SETUP 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., signals that include copyright protection signals or anomalous signals such as ghost signals).

 For normal use, set [AV DV] to [OFF]. If it is set to [ON], digital signals cannot be input via the

camcorder’s HDV/DV terminal.

 Depending on the software and the specifications of your computer, you may not be able to

transfer converted signals via the HDV/DV terminal.

 We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power outlet.  You can also press the AV DV button on the wireless controller. Pressing the button will toggle

the AV DV conversion on and off.

Connecting to a Computer

To connect the camcorder to a computer you will need a computer equipped with an IEEE1394 (DV) terminal and video editing software with video capturing capability installed. Use the optional CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable or a commercially available 6 pin-6 pin DV cable. For the minimum system requirements for video editing, refer to the instruction manual of the video editing software.

CV-250F DV Cable (optional) or commercially available 6 pin-6 pin DV cable

 Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of

your computer.

 If the computer freezes while the camcorder is connected, disconnect and reconnect the DV

cable. Should the problem persist, disconnect the cable, turn both the camcorder and the computer off and then on again and reconnect them.

 Make sure that the computer’s video capturing system is compatible with the video signal

standard you are using. If the computer is not compatible with the camcorder’s video output signal, the camcorder may not be correctly detected or may not operate properly.

IEEE1394 (DV) terminal

4-pin

6-pin

 Refer also to the instruction manual of the computer and the editing software.  Adjust the [SIGNAL SETUP] [PLAYBACK STD] and [HD DOWN-CONV] settings in accordance

with the video signal standards of the connected computer.

 For video output from the camcorder to the computer:

- output: Set [PLAYBACK STD] to [HDV] and [HD DOWN-CONV] to [OFF].

HDV DV

- output: Set [PLAYBACK STD] to [DV].

- output of a recording originally made in HDV standard: Set [PLAYBACK STD] to [HDV] and [HD DOWN-CONV] to [ON].

 For video input from the computer to the camcorder:

- input: Set [PLAYBACK STD] to [HDV] and [HD DOWN-CONV] to [OFF].

HDV DV

- input: Set [PLAYBACK STD] to [DV].

External Connections

Customization

Custom Preset Settings

You can select preset level for a number of picture-related parameters (23 parameters when recording movies, 17 when recording still images). A list of the parameters is given in the following table and you can find more detailed descriptions on page 101. After changing individual parameters to your preference, you can save the whole set as a custom preset file. You can also embed the data of the custom preset parameters currently in use within a still image recorded on the memory card.

Up to 9 different custom preset files can be saved on the camcorder* and up to 20 custom preset files can be saved on a memory card. Custom preset files can be copied between the camcorder and memory card.

Custom preset files saved with a Canon XL H1, XH G1 or XH A1 can be used with this camcorder. Custom preset files saved with this camcorder can be used on a Canon XH G1 or XH A1.

* Custom preset files 7 to 9 on the camcorder are predefined custom preset files, especially designed for specific scenes.

Custom Preset Parameters

GAM Gamma curve** Group 1 KNE Knee point BLK Black stretch/Black press PED Master pedestal** SET Setup level** SHP Sharpness Group 2 HDF Horizontal detail frequency DHV Horizontal/vertical detail frequency COR Coring NR1 Noise reduction 1** NR2 Noise reduction 2** CMX Color matrix** Group 3 CGN Color gain CPH Color phase RGN Red gain GGN Green gain BGN Blue gain RGM R-G matrix Group 2 RBM R-B matrix GRM G-R matrix GBM G-B matrix BRM B-R matrix BGM B-G matrix

** Available only when recording movies.

Parameters related to light and gradation

Parameters related to noise and definition of contour lines

Parameters related to color direction and intensity

Parameters related to change in color

Enter the custom preset editing screen

Save the custom preset file to the memory card

Read a custom preset file from the memory card

Back to the [CUSTOMIZE] submenu

Select the custom preset file

File name of the currently selected custom preset file

Overview of the content of the custom preset file

Back to the options on the left side bar

Change the custom preset settings

Rename the custom preset file

Reset the custom preset to default values

Protect the custom preset file

Changing Custom Preset Parameters

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1. Open the menu, select [CUSTOMIZE] and then select the [CUSTOM PRESET]

2. Select [ EDIT] from the column on the left.

3. From the bottom bar, select [ SELECT CP] and then select the name of the custom

4. From the bottom bar, select [ TUNE].

5. Turn the SELECT dial to select a parameter you want to adjust and press the SET

6. When you finish adjusting all the parameters you want to change in the custom preset

CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM PRESET EDIT ····

SELECT CP

····

TUNE

submenu.

The custom preset submenu appears.

The cursor will move to the bottom bar of the custom preset editing screen. To return one level back to the options on the column on the left, select [ RETURN] and press the SET button.

preset file you want to change.

The overview display shows in shortened form the current settings of the parameters of the custom preset file selected.

The first parameter ([GAM]) of the custom preset file will be highlighted in blue.

button. Make the adjustment or the selection as necessary and press the SET button.

• During the adjustment you can verify the effect on the screen.

• Repeat this step to adjust all the parameters you want to change.

file, select [ RETURN], press the SET button and close the menu.

Customization

 The custom preset parameters appear in one screen as 3-letter abbreviations followed by the

current setting value. As you move between the items with the SELECT dial, the full name of the currently selected item and its current value will be displayed at the bottom of the screen.

 Protected custom preset files cannot be changed. If you attempt to change a protected file,

will start flashing.

Renaming a Custom Preset File

Follow steps 1-3 in Changing Custom Preset Parameters ( 97) to 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 dial to select a number, letter or punctuation mark and press the SET button.

• The next character of the custom preset file name will start flashing.

• Set the rest of the custom preset file name in the same way.

3. When you finish renaming the custom preset file, press the SET button.

You will return to the custom preset editing screen.

4. Close the menu.

Protecting a Custom Preset File

Follow steps 1-3 in Changing Custom Preset Parameters ( 97) to select the custom preset file you want to protect.

1. From the bottom bar, select [ PROTECT].

• The protection mark will appear next to the custom preset file name.

• To cancel the protection, repeat the procedure for a custom preset file with the mark.

Resetting a Custom Preset File

Follow steps 1-3 in Changing Custom Preset Parameters ( 97) to select the custom preset file you want to reset to default values.

1. From the bottom bar, select [ RESET].

A confirmation screen will appear.

2. Select [EXECUTE] and press the SET button.

You will return to the custom preset editing screen.

3. Close the menu.

Protected custom preset files cannot be reset. If you attempt to reset a protected file, will start flashing.

Activating the Custom Preset Settings

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 custom preset files in reverse order (from last to first) ( 79).

• When you are not using the custom preset

settings, set the camcorder to .

• and the name of the selected custom preset file

will flash on the screen. After 4 seconds, the file name will be replaced by the custom preset file number.

2. Press the CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button.

and the name of the selected custom preset file will stay on and the custom settings will be activated.

After 4 seconds, the file name will be replaced by the custom preset file number.

Copying a Custom Preset File to the Memory Card

1. Open the menu, select [CUSTOMIZE] and then select the [CUSTOM PRESET] submenu.

2. Select [ CAMERA CARD] from the column on the left.

3. From the bottom bar, select [ SELECT CP] and then select the name of the custom preset file you want to copy to the card.

4. Select [ SAVE POSITION] and select the file name under which you want to store the file on the memory card.

• Up to 20 custom preset files can be stored on the memory card. If you try to save more than 20 custom

preset filed one of the files on the card will be overwritten (you can select which file to overwrite).

• If there are no custom preset files saved on the memory card, the default file name will be “NEW_FILE”.

5. Select [ EXECUTE] and in the confirmation screen select [EXECUTE] to copy the file.

6. Close the menu.

Reading a Custom Preset File from the Memory Card

1. Open the menu, select [CUSTOMIZE] and then select the [CUSTOM PRESET] submenu.

2. Select [ CARD CAMERA] from the column on the left.

3. From the bottom bar, select [ IMPORT] and then select the name of the custom preset file you want to read to the camcorder.

4. Select [ SELECT POSITION] and select the preset number under which you want to store the file in the camcorder.

5. Select [ EXECUTE] and in the confirmation screen select [EXECUTE] to load the file.

6. Close the menu.

Customization

Reading a Custom Preset File from a Still Image

With the custom function [PHOTO BUTTON] ( 104) you can select to save the custom preset settings currently in use along with a still image recorded in mode (simultaneous recording, 122). 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. Select the still image that contains the custom preset file you want to read.

Use the + / – buttons to move between the still images.

2. Open the menu, select [CUSTOMIZE] and then select [META DATA CP].

3. Select [ CARD CAMERA] from the column on the left.

4. From the bottom bar, select [ SELECT POSITION] and select the preset number under which you want to store the file on the camcorder.

5. Select [ EXECUTE] and in the confirmation screen select [EXECUTE] to load the file.

6. Close the menu.

Custom preset files 7 to 9 are predefined settings designed for specific scenes.

- These 3 custom preset files are protected and, as long as the protection is not removed, cannot be overwritten.

- Even if you deleted or changed the sample custom preset files, you can reset them to the original values by resetting all the camcorder’s settings. Open the menu and select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ]. Select [RESET ALL] and select [YES] in the confirmation screen.

- After resetting custom preset files 1 to 6 with the [ RESET] option, they will all contain the same default settings.

Custom Preset [7 VIDEO.C] For playback on a consumer-level monitor.

Custom Preset [8 CINE.V] For playback on a monitor TV with a film-like feel.

Custom Preset [9 CINE.F] For video transfer to film.

[BLK] = [PRESS], [PED] = -2, [SET] = -2

[GAM] = [CINE1], [KNE] = [LOW], [BLK] = [STRETCH], [SHP] = -4, [CMX] = [CINE1], [CGN] = -20, [CPH] = 5, [RBM] = -5, [GRM] = -5 [GBM] = -5, [BRM] = 5, [BGM] = 12

[GAM] = [CINE2], [KNE] = [LOW], [BLK] = [STRETCH], [SHP] = 6, [CMX] = [CINE2], [RGN] = -8

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*All other settings are left at their neutral values.

Cannon XL H1 s, XL H1 a User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Introduction

Important Usage Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The XL H1S / XL H1A - A Broad Range of Capabilities

About this Manual

Contents

Checking the Supplied Accessories

Components Guide

Preparations

Preparing the Power Supply

Preparing the Camcorder

Preparing the Lens

Using the Wireless Controller

Loading/Removing a Cassette

Inserting/Removing a Memory Card

Changing Settings with the MENU Button

Date/Time and Language Settings

Recording

Recording

Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio

Locating the End of the Last Scene

Zooming

Adjusting the Focus

Using the ND Filter (lenses with built-in ND filter)

Selecting the Frame Rate

Setting the Time Code

Synchronizing the Camcorder’s Time Code

Setting the User Bit

Audio Recording

Image Stabilizer (lenses with image stabilization function)

Using the Programmed AE Modes

Recording in Manual Mode

Recording in Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode

Recording in Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode

Adjusting the Exposure

AE Shift

Gain

White Balance

Zebra Pattern

Color Correction

Skin Detail Function

Selective Noise Reduction

Clear Scan

Custom Keys

Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal

Faders

External Conn ections

Video Signal Output Standards

Connecting to a Monitor/TV

Audio Output

Digital Video Control

Recording an External Video Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In)

Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)

Connecting to a Computer

Customization

Custom Preset Settings