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Zooming Lever/
Macro Setting Lever
Macro Indication Line
Zooming Scale
Focusing Ring
Power Zoom
Battery Check Button
Footage Counter
Accessory Shoe
Dial Lock Button
Zoom
Lens
Distance Scale
EE Lock Lever
Cue Light
Shutter Release Lever
Monitor Jack
Audio Level Dial
Aux Input
Setting
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Microphone Jack/
Aux Input Jack
Remote Control Jack/ Auto Level Setting
Single Frame Shooting Jack
Low Level Tone Select
Setting Switch
Film Plane Indicator
Dioptric Adjustment Ring
Finder-
Recording Head
Film Compartment
Eyecup
Built-in Rubber
Hood
Film Guide
Capstan
inch Roller
Sound Magazine coupling Switch
Film Type Indicator
Loop Sensor Tripod Socket
Wrist Strap
Filming Speed
Dial
External
Power Jack
Grip Locking Lever
Collapsible Grip/
Battery Compartment
Battery Compartment Cover
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This Super 8 movie camera makes use
of the latest electronic technology for com
pletely reliable sound and silent filming. The
Canon 514XL-S was designed with the com
pactness and maneuverability of silent movie
cameras, maintaining all their excellent
features such as a high precision zoom lens,
macrocinematography option, and the XL
system for filming in dim light, plus the most
excellent features of sound movie cameras to
enable all users, amateur or expert, to make
sound films of the highest quality.
Outstanding Features:
• Canon's Unique ALC Circuit
The volume level is controlled by an
Automatic Level Control (ALC), which auto
matically sets the right recording volume
according to volume and duration of the
sound. This is very effective in returning to
the correct sound level from a loud sound or
sudden noise, and enables effective sound
recording. This recording system gives human
voice and instrument sound precedence and
represents sound perspective exceptionally
well. There are two settings in ALC, one is for
normal recording and the other is for record
ing high volume sound without distortion (e.g.
the sound of jet planes or trains) or use of the
mike near the subject's mouth with loud back
ground noise. Sound fading over a con
tinuously adjustable range is also possible.
• Three-Way Audio Level Dial
This dial operates the two settings of
ALC, fading by continuous control and
auxiliary input.
• Special Tone Select Switch
It is possible to adjust the frequency
characteristic by this switch in order to attain
clear sound recording. It is very effective to
eliminate low frequencies for 1. diminishing
wind noise, 2. compensating, the close-up
effect of a microphone used near subject's
mouth, 3. preventing spurious noise, (low
frequency sound such as the noise of a fan).
• Microphone with remote control switch
• Sound monitoring is possible by releasing
the shutter lever at the first step.
Other Features
• Aux. input from other sound systems
such as TV, radio and tape recorder.
• Boom Microphone can be connected.
• Lightweight and Compact
Even with all the features the Canon
514XL-S has, it is still very lightweight and
compact. The controls are located on one side
of the camera for easy operation, and the grip
is collapsible for compactness and carrying
ease.
• 5X Zoom with Wide Angle and Tele
photo Macrocinematography Mechanism
With the 514XL-S macrocinematography
is possible In both wide angle and telephoto
with this large aperture zoom lens which
allows great versatility. The focal length is
from 9 to 45mm, and the large aperture f/1.4
lens is effective for close-up filming and in
dim light conditions. The telephoto macro
cinematography setting allows a full image
field of 44 X 61mm.
• XL Indoor Filming
Because of the 514XL-S's shutter opening
angle of 220° and its fast lens and wide
metering range, it has effective filming per
formance in the dimmest lighting conditions.
The bright and accurate viewfinder also means
accurate focusing in poor lighting situations.
• The Viewfinder Contains All Filming
information
All necessary information for filming is
displayed in the viewfinder, including battery
check/film end warning lamp, film transport
indicator, recording level indication, aperture
scale and over/under expousre warning marks.
• Fast Filming Speed
Speeds are 18 fps. for regular filming, 24
fps. for professional quality sound filming,
and single frame with silent cartridges.
• Wide Attachment Lens
When the C-8 Wide Attachment Lens 43
is mounted with the wide angle macrocinema
tography setting, the lens functions as a super
wide angle having a 5.9mm focal length. It is
possible to film at this fixed focal length with
a deep depth-of-field so that you can enjoy
filming without too much worry about the
filming distance.
* Other Functions
* Collapsible grip as the battery compart
ment.
* Cue light that indicates filming for the
subject's benefit.
* Power zooming.
* Remote control.
* One power source for all circuits by 6
penlight batteries.
* External power pack, for use especially
in cold weather or during extensive filming.
* Built-in collapsible rubber hood.
* Dioptric adjustment.
* EE lock for shooting against the light.
Specifications
Type: SLR type for Super 8 Sound and
silent XL filming.
Size of Picture Frame: 5.8 X 4.2mm
Lens: f/1.4 9mm—45mm focal length, 5X
zoom ratio.
Lens Construction: 13 elements in 11
groups, Spectra Coating; filter thread
size: 43mm; lens capsize: 45mm; rub
ber hood: built-in.
Macrocinematography Mechanism: It can be
switched to wide-angle or telephoto
macrocinematography by the macro
setting lever.
When the distance scale is set to °°, close-
up shooting distance and field size are:
227mm, 74 X 102mm for wide-angle
macrocinematography.
600mm, 44 X 61mm for telephoto
macrocinematography.
Focusing Adjustment: Rotating front com
ponent.
Distance Scale: ft 4 5 10 30
m 1.2 1.5 2 3 5 10
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Zooming: Power zooming by electric motor,
besides manual zooming. Power zooming
speed is about 8 seconds. (18fps.)
Viewfinder: Single lens reflex viewfinder
with split-image focusing screen.
Information: Recording level indication,
aperture scale, over/under exposure warn
ing marks, battery check/film end warn
ing lamp and film transport indicator.
Dioptric Adjustment: Dioptrically adjustable
from —4 to +2 dpt.; with lockable
eyecup.
EE Mechanism: Automatic exposure mecha
nism coupled to ASA film speed and
filming speed. Through-the-lens EE
with CdS photocell.
Light Metering Range: ASA 250, f/1.4, 18
fps. to ASA 25, f/32, 24 fps.
Film Speed: Artificial light: ASA 40 160 250
Daylight: ASA 25 100 160
Film ASA Setting: Automatically set when
cartridge is loaded.
Color Temperature Adjustment Filter:
Built-in. Automatic cancellation when
daylight-type film cartridge is inserted.
Manual removal is also possible by
switch located on the outer camera
body.
Manual Exposure Control: For manual ex
posure control, the aperture value can
be fixed with the EE lock lever.
Shutter Release Mechanism: Electromagnetic
release system; remote control is also
possible.
Filming Speeds: 18 and 24 fps. (with both
silent and sound cartridges), besides
single frame (for silent cartridge
only).
Angle of Shutter Opening: 220°
Drive System: High-performance electric
micromotor for film drive and power
zooming.
Main Switch: Positions for “OFF", “R"
(Running), “RL" (Running Lock) and
"1” (Single frame shooting). A red mark
confirms that power is on.
Power Source: The power source that is
used for the film drive system, power
zooming, exposure metering and re
cording, consists of six 1.5V penlight
batteries which are loaded into the
grip.
Battery Check: A LED lamp lights in the
viewfinder to confirm battery power
when the battery check button is
pressed.
Battery Life: Under normal temperature
conditions, batteries are serviceable
for more than 10 cartridges, or one
cartridge or more for single frame
shooting.
Footage Counter: Counts exposed film foot
age and automatically returns to S
upon cartridge removing.
Cue Light: A red LED lamp lights on the
lower right front of the camera while
filming.
Film End Warning: The film end warning
lamp lights in the viewfinder about
2 ft. before the end of film.
Sound Recording System: Magnetic stripe
recording with Super 8 sound cart
ridge. (continuous film transport via
capstan)
Capstan Motor: With AC tacho generator
Recording Level: Automatic Level Control
(ALC), Two settings, Auto/Low level.
Tone Select Switch: Two settings, Soft/Clear.
Sound Fading: Possible with Audio Level
Dial.
Input Monitor: By the earphone and the
recording level indication.
Microphone Input: Impedance about 3ki2,
3.5mm0 mini jack. Minimum input
sensitivity —80 dB (0 dB = IV)
Microphone: Impedance 500i2
(Dynamic Microphone), sensitivity —78
dB (0dB= IV/jUbar 1 kHz)
Aux. Input: Impedance more than 100ki2,
3.5mm0 mini jack. Minimum input
sensitivity —20 dB (0 dB = IV)
Earphone Output: Impedance 8i2
Remote Control: With remote control switch
or microphone remote switch (mini jack
2.5mm0)
Film Compartment: Accepts sound and
silent cartridges. Opened by film com
partment opening knob.
Grip: Collapsible; serves as battery com
partment.
Accessory Shoe: For attaching the Boom
Microphone BM70.
External Power: 9V D.C. with External
Power Pack.
Dimensions and Weight: 210 x 136 x 64mm
(8-1/4" X 5-3/8" X 2-1/2") (less grip,
hood and eyecup); 1,495g (3 lbs. 4 ozs.)
(including batteries)
Accessories: Included; Soft Case, 45mm Lens
Cap, Dynamic Microphone DM30R (with
windscreen, stand and clip). Earphone E,
Remote Switch 60, Finder Cover, Rub
ber Mat.
Optional; Boom Microphone BM70,
Boom Microphone BM50, Electret Con
denser Microphone CM100, 43mm Filters,
C-8 Wide Attachment Lens 43, Self-timer
E, Interval Timer E, Power Pack 9V, Con
necting Cord C300L, Microphone Exten
sion Cord E450L, Wireless Controller LC-
1, Headphone HP-M (not marketed in the
United States and Canada).
Subject to change without notice.
Canon 514XL-S
• Unfold the grip. • Load batteries.
Check battery charge.
(when the main switch
is on) • Adjust eyepiece.
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Connect the ear- / Set the Audio Level "7 Set the Tone Select Q filming speed at q
phone. O Dial at "AUTO". / Switch at "SOFT". O 18. 7 Manual Zooming.
yj Set filming speed at ^ Manual Zooming.
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Insert the sound ry Set the main switch q A Connect the micro-
SOUND SHOOTING I cartridge. ^ a t‘‘R " O Check film advance. ^ phone.
SILENT SHOOTING
1 Insert the silent Q Set the main switch
I cartridge. ^ at "R”
Check film advance.
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Decide composition "j i Confirm the exposure and recording level at
and focusing. I I
the first step of the shutter release lever.
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Decide composition ~7 Confirm the exposure at the first step of
and focusina. /
the shutter release lever.
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Set the microphone switch at "ON”, and
shoot at the second step of the shutter
release lever. (Zoom as desired.)
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Set the microphone switch at "ON”, and
shoot at the second step of the shutter
release lever. (Zoom as desired.)
Before Use
The Canon 514XL-S is a movie camera for both
sound and silent film making. It delivers exceptional
performance for macro-cinematography and low-
light XL shooting, plus beautifully natural sound
quality for sound filming. There are many special
features, such as automatic level control and sound
fading, which you need to understand. We suggest
you are fully acquainted with the camera's great
potential.
How to Operate
• Built-in Rubber Hood
This is to avoid extraneous light while shooting.
This is made of rubber and collapsible. To use it,
simply pull it out.
• Hand Grip and Strap
The hand grip is collapsible and also functions
as the battery compartment. When it is unfolded all
the way, it clicks into position ready for use. Please
be sure to loop the strap around your hand and
grasp the grip for safety. It can be collapsed by
pressing the grip locking lever and folding the
grip up against the body.
• Rubber Mat
This is a rubber mat to protect your hand
from the tripod socket and make holding the grip
easier.
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Battery Loading
As this camera will not operate without bat
teries, batteries must be loaded before checking the
operation. Six penlight batteries loaded in the grip
are all that are used for film drive, light metering
and recording. First unfold the grip for loading the
batteries. Insert the edge of a coin into the slot on
the bottom part of the grip and rotate it to
"OPEN". The cover of the battery compartment
will come off. Load the batteries correctly accord
ing to the chart on the inside of the grip. Cover
the compartment making sure of its direction and
return the lock to the "CLOSE" position.
* Do not force past the "OPEN" or "CLOSE"
position.
It cannot be locked if the cover is facing the
wrong way. All penlight batteries can be used.
However, be sure all the same brand of batteries
are used. For photography in cold places. Alkaline
batteries or Ni-Cd batteries are highly recommend-
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