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Canon 3041C007 User Manual

4K Camcorder
Instruction Manual
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Highlights of the XF705

The Canon XF705 4K Camcorder is a high-performance camcorder whose advanced functionality and versatile usability make it the perfect choice for a variety of 4K productions. The following are just some of the functions featured in the camcorder.
4K Recording System
Advanced sensor and image processor
At the heart of the camcorder is the type 1.0 (1.0 in.) single plate CMOS sensor with an 8,290,000 effective pixel count, and an image processing platform with two DIGIC DV 6 processors. Thanks to its advanced high-sensitivity and noise reduction technology, the camcorder can shoot nuanced images with little noise even in low-light situations.
High-efficiency encoding: XF-HEVC and XF-AVC
You can choose the movie format according to your workflow needs. You can record using the H.265/ HEVC codec or MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec, both of which are recorded as MXF (Material eXchange Format) clips. MXF clips are compatible with all major non-linear (NLE) editing software, offering a smoother post-production workflow. With the H.265/HEVC codec, you can use YCC422, 10-bit color sampling and select 4K (3840x2160) or Full HD (1920x1080) resolution and a variety of frame rates and bit rates. With the MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 codec, you can record only at Full HD resolution using YCC420, 8-bit color sampling. In both cases, audio is recorded as 4-channel linear PCM (24 bit, 48 KHz) audio.
Operability and Adaptability
Ver satile design
The camcorder was designed to be operated comfortably by a single camera operator. It features 3 separate rings for independent focus, zoom and iris operation. The camcorder also features 14 buttons to which you can assign a large number of functions (A 117) to personalize the camcorder to your needs and preferences.
Improved displays
The camcorder features a 4.0-in. LCD display (equivalent to 1,230,000 dots) that offers 100% coverage and touch-to-focus functions. The LCD panel can open to the left or right. The viewfinder offers an OLED display (also with 100% coverage) and a large eye cup for a comfortable fit in various shooting conditions.
SD card recording options
The camcorder can record 4K video on SD cards, offering great cost-performance in terms of recording media. It is equipped with 2 card slots, allowing you to use double slot recording to record the same clip on two cards, or relay recording to automatically switch to the other card when the one being used is full (A 36).
Versatile Artistic Expression
Special recording modes
The special recording modes (A 113) give you more creative control over your recordings. You can change the shooting frame rate to achieve a slow motion effect
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or use pre-recording to record 3 seconds before you press the button, helping you capture those hard-to-catch opportunities.
Custom picture settings (A 63, 121) Select one of the preset color settings or set the combination of gamma curve, color space and color matrix that you wish to use. Then, you can adjust a number of other image-related parameters in detail. With wide color space options such as BT.2020 Gamut, the Canon Log 3 gamma curve, which keeps the characteristics of the Canon Log gamma while expanding the dynamic range, and two HDR
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options camcorder covers your creative needs.
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(HLG or PQ), you can be sure that the
For XF-HEVC clips only.
Professional Functions and Flexibility
Network functions
Connect the camcorder to a Wi-Fi or wired (Ethernet) network to enjoy various network functions capable mobile device to control the camcorder remotely with the Browser Remote application (A 162), stream live transmissions or breaking images via IP (A 173) and transfer recordings from an SD card to a remote server using the FTP protocol (A 176).
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Software for aiding production workflow
Canon XF Utility (A 151) lets you copy the clips you recorded from an SD card to a computer, play back the clips and organize them. You can also use the Canon XF plugins to work with the clips directly from non-linear editing (NLE) software made by Avid.
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. You can, for example, use a Wi-Fi
Available functions depend on the network connection used.
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Pro-level connectivity
The camcorder is equipped with an SDI terminal compliant with the 12G-SDI standard that provides a greater bandwith and supports 4K video output at
59.94P or 50.00P frame rate. Meanwhile, the TIME CODE terminal and G-LOCK/SYNC terminal offer many synchronization options (A 92), allowing the camcorder to be part of any multi-camera shooting
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setup.
Infrared recording
Record in darkness using infrared recording (A 116). With the built-in infrared light, you can record nocturnal animals in their natural environment or other such scenes.
Enhanced Focusing Options
Dual Pixel CMOS AF
The camcorder features Dual Pixel CMOS AF technology for improved autofocus functions (A 74). In addition to continuous AF, AF-boosted MF lets you focus manually most of the way and let the camcorder finish focusing automatically. With AF-boosted MF the camcorder does not perform unreliable focus adjustments, resulting in a more stable focusing operation than with continuous AF. The camcorder can also focus automatically on people's faces and track moving subjects while keeping them in focus (A 79).
Dual Pixel Focus Guide (A 75)
The focus guide serves as a visual, intuitive guide that you can use to check if the image is in focus and the required adjustment, if it is not. This can be very helpful to ensure you always get amazingly sharp 4K video.
Other improved features
• Direct setting mode (A 52)
Change main camcorder functions while checking the image on the screen using only the joystick.
• Assistance functions
You can use assistance functions such as peaking and magnification (A 76), onscreen markers (A 85), zebra patterns (A 86), B&W image (A 30) and a waveform monitor (A 105) on the screen and viewfinder. You can also display them on an external monitor connected to the SDI terminal or HDMI OUT terminal Additionally, when using a logarithmic gamma curve, you can also apply a LUT (A 147) for easier monitoring.
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Available assistance functions depend on the screen/video output used.
• Customizable onscreen displays (A 44).
• Menu settings file that can be saved in the camcorder or on an SD card to restore all the menu settings or replicate them on another XF705 camcorder (A 129).
• Battery packs compatible with Intelligent System for better remaining usage time information.
• INPUT terminals (XLR) compatible with analog or digital (AES/EBU) audio and +48 V phantom power supply (A 98).
• Improved clip name format with more information for easier identification and organization of clips (A 48).
• Metadata (A 108) and geotagging (A 110).
• Color bars and test tone output and recording (A 104).
• Advanced remote operation using the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller (A 39).
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Table of Contents

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1. Introduction 9
About this Manual 9
Conventions Used in this Manual 9
Supplied Accessories 10 Names of Parts 11
Camcorder 11 WL-D6000 Wireless Controller 18
2. Preparations 19
Preparing the Power Supply 19
Using a Battery Pack 19 Using a Power Outlet 21 Turning the Camcorder On and Off 22
Date, Time and Language Settings 23
Setting the Date and Time 23 Changing the Language 24
Using the Menus 25
Selecting an Option from the Menu 25 Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu) 26
Preparing the Camcorder 28
Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit 28 Attaching the Lens Hood 28 Using the Viewfinder 28 Using the LCD Screen 29 Adjusting the LCD Screen or Viewfinder 30 Adjusting the Grip Belt 31 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 31 Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers 31 Removing the Shoulder Pad 32 Using a Tripod 32
Using SD Cards 33
Compatible SD Cards 33 Inserting and Removing an SD Card 34 Initializing an SD Card 35 Switching Between the SD Card Slots 35 Relay Recording and Double Slot Recording 36 Checking the Remaining Recording Time on SD
Cards 36
Recovering Clips 37
Remote Operation of the Camcorder 38
Using the Supplied Wireless Controller 38
Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller 39
3. Recording 41
Recording Video 41
Preparing to Record 41 Recording 42 Onscreen Displays 44 Setting the Clip File Name 48 Using the Fan 49
Video Configuration: Video Format, System
Frequency, Frame Rate, Resolution and Bit Rate 50
Selecting the Main Recording Format 50 Selecting the System Frequency 50 Selecting the Frame Rate 50 Selecting the Resolution and Color Sampling
Settings 51
Selecting the Bit Rate 51
Changing Main Functions with the FUNC
Button 52
Using the Direct Setting Mode 52
Shutter Speed 53
Changing the Shutter Speed Mode 53 Changing the Shutter Speed Value 55 Flicker Reduction 55
Gain 56
Automatic Gain Control 56 Selecting the Gain Level 57 Changing the Gain Value 57
ND Filter 58 Aperture 59
Automatic Aperture 59 Momentary Automatic Aperture - Push Auto
Iris 60 Manual Aperture 60 Iris Limit 61 Exposure Compensation - AE Shift 61 Light Metering Mode 62
Gamma Curve and Main Color Settings 63
Preset Color Settings 63
White Balance 65
Auto White Balance (AWB) 66 Color Temperature/Preset White Balance 66 Adjusting White Balance Settings 67 Custom White Balance 67
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Zooming 68
Selecting the Zoom Mode 68 Selecting the Zoom Controls 69 Using the Zoom Ring 69 Using the Grip Zoom Rocker 69 Using the Handle Zoom Rocker 71 Using the Supplied Wireless Controller or an
Optional Remote Controller 71
Using Optional Conversion Lenses 73 Adjusting the Focus 74
Manual Focus 74 Push AF 77 AF-Boosted MF 77 Continuous AF 78 Changing the AF Frame Size and Position 79 Face Detection 79 Tracking a Specific Subject 81 Focus Limit and Macro Shooting 82
Image Stabilization 83
Dynamic IS or Standard IS 83 Powered IS 83
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 85
Displaying Onscreen Markers 85 Displaying Zebra Patterns 86
Setting the Time Code 88
Selecting the Time Code Mode 88 Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 89 Putting the Time Code Display on Hold 89
Setting the User Bit 91 Synchronizing with an External Device 92
Connecting an External Device 92 Reference Video Signal Input (Genlock
Synchronization) 92 Time Code Signal Input 93 Reference Video Signal Output 94 Time Code Signal Output 94
Recording Audio 95
Audio Settings and Recorded Audio Channels 95 Connecting an External Microphone or External
Audio Input Source to the Camcorder 97
Setting the Audio Input Type for the INPUT 1/
INPUT 2 Terminals 98
Selecting the Audio Input Source for Audio
Channels 98 Adjusting the Audio Recording Level 99 Advanced Audio Input Settings 101 Monitoring the Audio with Headphones 103
Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal 104
Color Bars 104 Audio Reference Signal 104
Waveform Monitor 105
Displaying the Waveform Monitor 105 Configuring the Waveform Monitor 105
Adding Marks to Clips while Recording 107
Adding Shot Marks while Recording 107 Adding an $ Mark or % Mark to the Last Clip
Recorded 107
Using Metadata 108
Setting a User Memo Created with Canon XF
Utility 108 Entering Slate Information About the
Recording 109
Recording GPS Informat
Connecting the GPS Receiver 110
Reviewing a Recording 112 Special Recording Modes 113
Slow Motion Recording 113 Pre-recording 114
Infrared Recording 116
ion (Geotagging) 110
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4. Customization 117
Assignable Buttons 117
Changing the Assigned Function 117
Assignable functions 118
Custom Picture Settings 121
Selecting Custom Picture Files 121 Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings 121 Resetting Custom Picture Files 122 Renaming Custom Picture Files 122 Protecting Custom Picture Files 122 Copying Custom Picture Files 123 Embedding the Custom Picture File in Clips 123 Available Custom Picture Settings 124
Saving and Loading Camcorder Settings 129
Saving Camcorder Settings 129 Loading Camcorder Settings 129
5. Playback 131
Playback 131
Clip Index Screen 131
Switching Index Screens 132 Playing Back Clips 133 Onscreen Displays 134 Playback Controls 135 Adjusting the Volume 136
Clip Operations 137
Using the Clip Menu 137 Displaying Clip Information 138 Adding $ Marks or % Marks 139 Deleting $ Marks or % Marks 139 Copying Clips 139 Deleting Clips 140 Deleting the User Memo and GPS
Information 140
Adding and Deleting Shot Marks 141
6. External Connections 143
Video Output Configuration 143
Recording Video Signal Configuration and Video
Output Configuration by Terminal 143
Connecting to an External Monitor 145
Using the SDI Terminal 145 Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 146 Superimposing Onscreen Displays on Video
Outputs 146
Applying a LUT to Screens/Video Outputs 147
Adjusting the Color Quality for HLG Output 149 Adjusting the Gain Difference between HDR and
SDR 149
Selecting the Output Range 149
Audio Output 150 Working with Clips on a Computer 151
Saving Clips to a Computer 151
7. Network Functions 153
About the Network Functions 153 Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 154
Camera Access Point 155 Connecting in Infrastructure Mode 156 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 156 Searching for Access Points 157 Manual Setup 158
Connecting to a Wired (Ethernet) Network 159 Selecting a Network Connection 160
Checking the Network’s Status 160
Changing Network Settings 161 Browser Remote: Controlling the Camcorder from
a Network Device 162
Setting Up Browser Remote 162 Starting Browser Remote 163 Using Browser Remote 164
IP Streaming 173
IP Streaming Settings 173 Streaming Video over IP 174
FTP File Transfer 176
FTP Server and Transfer Settings 176 Transferring Clips (FTP Transfer) 177
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8. Photos 179
Taking Photos 179
Photo Numbering 179
Playing Back Photos 181
Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen 181 Viewing Photos 181
Deleting Photos 182
Deleting a Single Photo 182 Deleting All the Photos 182
9. Additional Information 183
Menu Options 183 Displaying the Status Screens 195 Troubleshooting 204
List of Messages 209
Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions 213 Maintenance/Others 217 Optional Accessories 218 Specifications 220 Reference Tables 224
Approximate Recording Time on an S D Ca rd 224 Charging Times 224 Approximate Recording Times with a Fully
Charged Battery Pack 224
Index 226

Introduction

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About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon XF705. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Tro ub le sh oo ti ng (A 204).

Conventions Used in this Manual

• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
• A: Reference page number.
• The following terms are used in this manual. "Screen" refers to the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen. "Card" refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC card. When not specified, "access indicator" refers to either or both of the SD card access indicators (SD CARD2/ SD CARD3). "Clip" refers to a single movie unit recorded with a single recording operation (for example, from the point when the REC button is pressed to start recording until it is pressed again to stop).
• Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Some screenshots have been altered to make them easier to read.
• Operating mode icons: These icons indicate the camcorder's two operating modes (A 22). A shaded icon (like ) indicates that the function described can be used in the operating mode shown; a non-shaded icon (like ) indicates that the function cannot be used.
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• The following style is used to represent menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus (A 25). For a summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to Menu Options (A 183).

Supplied Accessories

Supplied Accessories
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder.
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Shoulder Pad* Lens Hood with Lens Barrier Microphone Holder CA-CP200 L Compact Power Adapter
CG-A20 Battery Charger BP-A30 Battery Pack
Lens Cap* SS-1200 Shoulder Strap WL-D6000 Wireless Controller
* Comes pre-attached to the camcorder.
(incl. terminal cover)
(incl. power cord)
Eye Cup Viewfinder Cap
Quick Guide
(incl. CR2025 Lithium Battery)

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CHARGE indicator
Compact power adapter

Preparing the Power Supply

You can power the camcorder using a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. If you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder while a battery pack is attached, the camcorder will draw power from the power outlet.

Using a Battery Pack

You can power the camcorder using the supplied BP-A30 Battery Pack or the optional BP-A60 Battery Pack. Both battery packs are compatible with Intelligent System so you can check the approximate remaining battery usage time (in minutes) on the screen. For more accurate readings, when using a battery pack for the first time, charge it fully and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted.
Charging the Battery Pack
Charge battery packs using the supplied CG-A20 Battery Charger and CA-CP200 L Compact Power Adapter, or using an optional CG-A10 Battery Charger. Before charging, remove the terminal cover of the battery pack.
1 Connect the power cord to the supplied CA-CP200 L
Compact Power Adapter.
2 Plug the compact power adapter's power cord into a power
outlet.
3 Connect the compact power adapter's DC plug to the battery
charger.
4 Attach the battery pack to the battery charger.
• Press lightly and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
• The CHARGE indicator starts flashing and also indicates the battery pack’s approximate charge. The indicator will stay on when charging has completed.
5 When the battery pack is fully charged, remove it from the battery charger.
6 Disconnect the DC plug from the battery charger.
7 Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect the power cord from the compact power
adapter.
approx. 0% to 49%: Flashes once every 2 seconds approx. 50% to 74%: Flashes twice every 2 seconds approx. 75% to 99%: Flashes 3 times every 2 seconds

Preparations

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• Do not connect to the battery charger any product that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder.
• When using the battery charger or compact power adapter, do not fix it permanently to one place as this may cause a malfunction.
Preparing the Power Supply
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• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 ºC and 30 ºC (50 ºF and 86 ºF). Outside the temperature range of 0 ºC to 40 ºC (32 ºF to 104 ºF), charging will not start.
• To prevent equipment breakdowns and excessive heating, do not connect the supplied battery charger or
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compact power adapter to voltage converters for overseas travels or special power sources such as those on aircraft and ships, DC-AC inverters, etc.
• If there is a malfunction with the battery charger, compact power adapter or battery pack, the charge indicator will go out and charging will stop.
• For handling precautions regarding the battery pack, refer to Battery Pack (A 214).
• For approximate charging times and recording times with a fully charged battery pack, refer to the Reference Tab le s (A 224).
• Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day before, to ensure a full charge.
• We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.
• Repeatedly charging and discharging the battery pack will eventually shorten its battery life. You can check the battery life on the [Battery/Hour Meter] status screen (A 201). Fully charging the battery pack and then discharging it completely will give you a more accurate reading.
Attaching the Battery Pack
1 Press and hold the button on the
the switch to OFF.
2 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment as
shown in the illustration and press it gently down until it clicks.
Q
switch and set
Preparing the Power Supply
CHECK buttonBattery charge
indicator
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DC IN terminal
Compact power adapter
Removing the Battery Pack
1Set the
Q
switch to OFF.
2 Holding down the BATTERY RELEASE button, slide the
battery pack up and then pull it out.
Checking the Remaining Battery Charge
When the camcorder is turned on, you can check the approximate remaining battery usage time (in minutes) by looking at any recording/playback screen or the [Battery/Hour Meter] status screen (A 201). You can also check the approximate charge level on the battery pack itself.
Press the CHECK button on the battery pack. An indicator will light for approximately 3 seconds and show the approximate remaining battery charge.
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0-25% 26-50% 51-75% 76-100%

Using a Power Outlet

You can also power the camcorder directly from a power outlet using the supplied CA-CP200 L Compact Power Adapter. While the camcorder is powered using a power outlet, you can replace the battery pack even when the camcorder is turned on.
1 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter
and plug it into a power outlet.
2 Connect the compact power adapter’s DC plug to the
DC IN terminal on the camcorder.
• Make sure to turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.
• When using the compact power adapter, do not fix it permanently to one place as this may cause a malfunction.
Preparing the Power Supply

Turning the Camcorder On and Off

The camcorder has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings and MEDIA ( ) mode for playing back recordings.
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To turn the camcorder on/off
Press and hold the button on the Q switch and set the switch to ON to turn on the camcorder in mode. Set it to OFF to turn off the camcorder.
To turn on the camcorder in mode
Press and hold both the MEDIA button and the button on the Q switch and set the switch to ON to turn on the camcorder directly in mode.
To change the operating mode
Press the MEDIA button to switch the camcorder back and forth between mode and mode.

Date, Time and Language Settings

Date, Time and Language Settings

Setting the Date and Time

You will need to set the date and time on the camcorder before you can start using it. When the internal clock is not set, or if the settings were lost because the built-in backup battery is depleted, the [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically with the time zone selected when you turn on the camcorder.
Operating modes:
1Push the joystick up/down to select the desired time zone and then press SET (press the joystick
itself) to move to the next field.
• To move between fields you can also push the joystick left/right.
• The default time zone is [UTC-05:00] (New York) or [UTC+01:00] (Central Europe), depending on the
country/region of purchase. Time zones are based on Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).
2 Change the rest of the fields in the same way.
3 Select [Set] and then press SET to start the clock and close the screen.
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• You can display the date/time in mode with the > [ Display 2] > [Date/Time] setting.
• After the initial setup, you can change the time zone, date and time with the > [B ! System Setup] > [Time Zone] and [Date/Time] settings. You can also change the date format and clock format (12 or 24 hours) with the > [B ! System Setup] > [Date Format] setting.
• When the built-in backup battery is exhausted, the date and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in backup battery (
• Using the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver, you can have the camcorder adjust settings automatically according to the UTC date/time information received from the GPS signal (A 110).
A 216) and set the time zone, date and time again.
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Monitoring Setup] > [Custom
Date, Time and Language Settings

Changing the Language

The camcorder’s default language is English. You can change it to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Please note that some settings and screens will be displayed in English, regardless of the language setting.
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Operating modes:
1Press the MENU button.
2Push the joystick up/down to select [
3 Select [Language
4Push the joystick up/down to select a language.
5Press SET to change the language and then press the MENU button to close the menu.
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] in a similar fashion and then press SET.
B!System Setup] and then press SET.

Using the Menus

Using the Menus
Many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menu that opens after pressing the MENU button. In mode, you can also register frequently used menu settings in a customized submenu (My Menu) for easy access. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to Menu Options (A 183).
Operating modes:
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Selecting an Option from the Menu

The following is a step-by-step explanation of how to select an option from the menu for most menu items. For some menu items, refer also to the function’s description for additional operations that may be necessary. In the procedures throughout the rest of this manual, closing the menu is assumed and not included in the procedure. For brevity's sake, references in the text to settings in the setup menus may be abbreviated as follows:
> [B ! System Setup] > [Language H] > Desired option
1Press the MENU button.
• The menu opens with the orange selection frame indicating the menu item that was selected the previous
time the menu was closed (unless the camcorder was turned off).
2Push the joystick left/right to select the desired setup menu and "page" number.
• When a menu item is selected (highlighted in orange), pushing the joystick left/right will browse through the
pages one at a time. To change setup menus faster, push the joystick up/down or press the CANCEL button until an icon is selected, and then push the joystick left/right.
Using the Menus
3Push the joystick up/down to select the desired menu item and then press SET.
• Setting options will appear with a Ð mark next to the currently selected option.
• Some menu items may have an additional submenu level. Select the desired submenu and press SET to
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display the setting options.
• When a setup menu icon is highlighted in orange, you can also press SET to select the first menu item in the setup menu page.
4Push the joystick up/down to select the desired setting option and then press SET.
5Press the MENU button to close the menu.
• Unavailable items may appear grayed out.
• Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.
• On some screens, the following icons may be displayed as a guide: , , . They refer, respectively, to pressing the joystick (or SET button), the MENU button and the CANCEL button.
• When using the supplied wireless controller, use the á, â, à, ß and SET buttons in the same way as the camcorder’s joystick. Similarly, when an optional RC-V100 Remote Controller is connected to the camcorder, you can use the remote controller’s up/down/left/right/SET buttons. Pressing the SET button is equivalent to pressing the joystick on the camcorder.
• You can check most of the current settings on the status screens (A 195).

Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu)

You can register up to 6 frequently used menu settings under a My Menu submenu for easy access. You can save up to 5 separate sets of My Menu settings so you can customize different options for different shooting situations. Furthermore, if you set an assignable button to [My Menu] (A 117), you can press the button to access your registered menu settings even faster and more easily.
Selecting a My Menu Set
1 Select the desired [My Menu] screen.
> [¥ My Menu]
2 Push the joystick left/right to select the page corresponding to the desired My Menu set and then press SET.
Adding Menu Settings
1 Select [Register].
> [¥ My Menu]* > [Edit] > [Register]
* Each My Menu set appears on a different page. Select the page that corresponds to the desired set.
• A screen will appear where you can select the menu setting you want to add.
• Press the CANCEL button to cancel the operation and return to the regular menu.
2 Navigate the menus to find the menu setting you want to add and then press SET.
3 Select [OK] and then press SET twice.
• The menu setting you registered will now appear under the currently selected My Menu set.
Rearranging Menu Settings
Current character / Character limit
1 Select [Move].
> [¥ My Menu]* > [Edit] > [Move]
* Each My Menu set appears on a different page. Select the page that corresponds to the desired set.
2 Push the joystick up/down to select the setting you want to move and then press SET.
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icon will appear next to the setting you selected to move.
3 Push the joystick up/down to move the setting to the desired position and then press SET.
Removing Menu Settings
1 Select [Delete].
> [¥ My Menu]* > [Edit] > [Delete]
* Each My Menu set appears on a different page. Select the page that corresponds to the desired set.
2 Push the joystick up/down to select the setting you want to remove and then press SET.
3 Select [OK] and then press SET twice.
Resetting the My Menu Submenu
1 To reset all the menu settings registered to the My Menu set, select [Reset All].
> [¥ My Menu]* > [Edit] > [Reset All]
* Each My Menu set appears on a different page. Select the page that corresponds to the desired set.
2 Select [OK] and then press SET twice.
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Renaming the Selected My Menu Set
You can give each of the 5 My Menu sets a more descriptive name to make them easier to identify.
1 Select [Rename].
> [¥ My Menu]* > [Edit] > [Rename]
* Each My Menu set appears on a different page. Select the page that corresponds to the desired set.
2 Enter the desired name (8 characters long) using the keyboard screen.
Using the Virtual Keyboard Screen
The virtual keyboard will appear on the screen. The layout may differ slightly depending on the function.
1Use the joystick to select a character and then press SET to
add it.
• Push the joystick up/down/left/right to select the desired character and press SET to enter it. Use the arrows (///) to change the position of the cursor and the backspace character ( ) to delete the last character entered.
• Repeat this step as necessary to enter the desired text.
• Some characters will not be available, depending on the function.
• Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous screen without entering any text.
2 After entering the desired text, select [OK] and then press SET to close the keyboard screen.

Preparing the Camcorder

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Preparing the Camcorder
This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder, such as attaching the microphone holder and lens hood and adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder.
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Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit

Use the supplied screws to attach the microphone holder unit to the handle.

Attaching the Lens Hood

Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and reduce the amount of stray light that may hit the lens. Additionally, keeping the lens barrier closed can help avoid fingerprints and dirt on the lens. Always remove the lens hood and attach the lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it after use.
1 Remove the lens cap.
• The lens cap and lens hood cannot be used at the same time.
2 Place the lens hood on the front of the lens with the lock
screw side pointing down clockwise
• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.
• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.
(햳).
(햲) and turn it 90 degrees
햴
3 Tighten the lock screw (햴).

Using the Viewfinder

The camcorder's viewfinder features an OLED screen that turns on automatically when you look through the viewfinder and turns off shortly after you move your eye away from it.
Adjusting the Viewfinder
1 Adjust the viewfinder’s angle as necessary.
2 Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric
adjustment lever until the viewfinder’s image is sharp.
• You can turn on the viewfinder permanently by
setting > [ [VF Eye Sensor] to [Off].
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" Monitoring Setup] >
Attaching and Removing the Eye Cup
Eye cup
Viewfinder unit
Attach the eye cup so that it covers the rubber rim of the viewfinder unit. To remove the eye cup, pull it gently in a “peeling off” motion from the bottom up.
• For left eye use, attach the eye cup so that the protruding part faces the opposite side.
• Pointing the viewfinder lens at the sun or other strong light sources may cause damage to internal components. When you are not using the viewfinder, make sure to attach the viewfinder cap to the viewfinder. This will also protect the viewfinder from scratches and dirt. Attach the viewfinder cap by inserting it into the rubber rim of the viewfinder unit.
Preparing the Camcorder
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Using the LCD Screen

1 Pull out the LCD panel 90° to the left or right.
2Adjust the LCD panel to the desired angle.
• You can invert the image displayed on the screen according to the LCD panel's position. In mode, pressing the MIRROR button will switch between the original image and the image inverted vertically. In mode, it will switch between the original image and the image inverted both horizontally and vertically.
Preparing the Camcorder

Adjusting the LCD Screen or Viewfinder

You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness, and luminance level of the LCD screen and viewfinder independently of each other. These adjustments will not affect your recordings.
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Operating modes:
1 Open the setup menu page for the LCD screen or viewfinder.
> [¢! Monitoring Setup] (for the LCD screen) or [¢" Monitoring Setup] (for the viewfinder)
2 Select the desired brightness, contrast, color, sharpness or luminance setting and then press SET.
• When the viewfinder is turned off, the menu items on [¢" Monitoring Setup] will appear grayed out.
3 Select the desired level and then press SET.
• Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other settings as necessary.
Menu items by setting
Setting
Brightness [LCD Brightness] [VF Brightness]
Contrast [LCD Contrast] [VF Contrast]
Color [LCD Color] [VF Color]
Sharpness [LCD Sharpness] [VF Sharpness]
Luminance [LCD Luminance] [VF Luminance]
LCD screen Viewfinder
Menu item
• If you set an assignable button to [LCD Setup] or [Viewfinder Setup] (A 117), you can press the button to
open the [¢! Monitoring Setup] or [¢" Monitoring Setup] menu page, respectively.
• About the LCD and viewfinder screens: The screens are produced using extremely high-precision manufacturing techniques, with more than 99.99% of the pixels operating to specification. Very rarely, pixels may misfire or light up permanently. This has no effect on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.
Setting the Screen to Black & White
The LCD screen and viewfinder display in color by default but you can set them to black & white. Even when the screen is black & white, onscreen text and icons will still be displayed in color.
1 Select the respective [B&W Image] menu setting.
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> [
$ Monitoring Setup] > [B&W Image: LCD] or [B&W Image: VF]
2 Select [On] and then press SET.
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