Canon 9592B002, 9593B002 User Manual

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Important Usage Instructions

WARNING

2 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.

The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.

CAUTION:
•	Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries.
•	Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under direct sunlight, fire, etc.
CA-930 identification plate is located on the bottom.
					The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
		CAUTION			equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to
		RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
		DO NOT OPEN			the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
					within the product’s enclosure, that may be of
CAUTION:
					sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELE TRIC					shock to persons.
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE OVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE					The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle,
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PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO					is intended to alert the user to the presence of
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.					important operating and maintenance (servicing)
					instructions in the literature accompanying the
					product.

FCC NOTICE

HD Camcorder, XF200 / XF205 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 3 frequency energy and, if not installed and used 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.

Model ID0038 (including WLAN Module Model RF400, FCC ID: AZD400)

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

This transmitter must not be coCOPY-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, however, that these low power wireless devices are absolutely safe. Low power wireless devices emit low levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the microwave range while being used. Whereas high levels of RF can produce health effects (by heating tissue), exposure of lowlevel RF that does not produce heating effects causes no known adverse health effects. Many studies of low-level RF exposures have not found any biological effects. Some studies have suggested that some biological effects might occur, but such findings have not been confirmed by additional research. This model has been tested and found to comply with F /IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled equipment and meets the F radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules.

Compliance with FCC requirement 15.407(c) Data transmission is always initiated by software, which is the passed down through the MAC, through the digital and analog baseband, and finally to the RF chip. Several special packets are initiated by the MAC. These are the only ways the digital baseband portion will turn on the RF transmitter, which it then turns off at the end of the packet. Therefore, the transmitter will be on only while one of the aforementioned packets is being transmitted. In other words, this device automatically discontinues transmission in case of either absence of information to transmit or operational failure.

Frequency Tolerance: 25 ppm

Canon U.S.A., Inc.

One Canon Park, Melville, NY 11747, USA

Tel No. 1-800-OK-CANON (1-800-652-2666)

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12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

Important Safety Instructions

In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” 4 refers to the Canon HD Camcorder XF200 / XF205

and all its accessories.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.

A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide bladeCOPYor the third

CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)

REGIONS OF USE

XF200 / XF205 are in compliance (as of June 2014) with the radio signal regulations of the regions listed below. For details on other regions where they can be used, make inquiries with the contacts listed on the back cover of this instruction manual.

REGIONS

Canada, Hong Kong S.A.R., South Korea, Taiwan, USA

Model

ID0038: XF200 / XF205

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Trademark Acknowledgements
• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.
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• The CF Logo is a trademark of CompactFlash Association.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
• Apple, App Store, Mac OS, Final Cut Pro are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
		license.
• Google, Android, Google Play, are trademarks of Google Inc.

• Avid, Media Composer and News utter are trademarks or registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries.

• Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• Wi-Fi Certified, WPA, WPA2, and the Wi-Fi Certified logo are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• WPS as used on the camcorder's settings, onscreen displays and in this manual signifies Wi-Fi Protected Setup.

• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• JavaScript is a trademark or registered trademark of Oracle Corporation, its affiliates or subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

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

• This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.

• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD 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.

• This product is licensed under AT&T patents for the MPEG-4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG- 4 compliant video and/or decoding MPEG-4 compliant video that was encoded only (1) for a personal and noncommercial purpose or (2) by a video provider licensed under the AT&T patents to provide MPEG-4 compliant video. No license is granted or implied for any other use for MPEG-4 standard.

Highlights of the XF200 / XF205

The Canon HD Camcorder XF200 / XF205 is a compact-sized and highly portable camcorder that offers superior video quality. The camcorder features a 1/2.84-in. CMOS sensor and allows you to record in two formats (MXF on CF cards or MP4 on SD cards). The following are some of the many features that will help you turn your creative vision into reality.

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	HD Recording	Improved displays
	1/2.84-in. CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV 4 image	The camcorder features a 3.5-in. OLED display
		(equivalent to 1,230,000 dots) that excels in color
	processor
		reproduction, contrast and responsiveness and is
	The HD CMOS PRO sensor can capture video at an
		easy to use even in bright outdoors. The viewfinder,
	effective pixel count of 2,910,000 pixels. Combined
		on the other hand, offers a high-resolution LCD
	with the advanced DIGIC DV 4 image processor and
		screen (also equivalent to 1,230,000 dots) with a
	the 20x wide-angle lens, it can deliver a center
		wide angle of view of approx. 28.2°. The viewfinder
	resolution of 900 TV lines. Furthermore, thanks to
		can be tilted 68° vertically to ensure a comfortable fit
	Canon’s high-sensitivity and noise reduction
		in various shooting conditions.
	technologies, you can get excellent video quality
		Recording media
	with minimal noise even when recording in low-light
	situations.	The camcorder records MXF clips to CF cards and
	MXF and MP4 formats	MP4 clips to SD cards. It features two CF card slots
		that you can use to record continuously, one after
	You can choose the movie format according to your
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	workflow needs. You can record in MXF format	the other, using relay recording (A42), or
	using the MPEG-2 Long GOP codec, in MP4 format	simultaneously using double slot recording (A42).
	using the MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 codec, or in both	You can even record MP4 clips to the SD card while
	formats simultaneously. MXF clips are recorded as	recording an MXF clip on one or both CF cards
	Material eXchange Format (MXF files), compatible	(A123).
	with all major non-linear (NLE) editing software.	Work with major NLE software
	Flexible video and audio configuration	The Canon XF Utility software and various XF

For MXF clips, the camcorder offers 3 resolution

plugins are available as free downloads from your

sizes (1920x1080, 1440x1080 or 1280x720), 4

local Canon Web site. Canon XF Utility allows you

frame rate options and 3 bit rate options for a total

to easily save, manage and play back your MXF

of 16 video configurations (A55). Audio is

clips, while the XF plugins let you smoothly link them

recorded as linear PCM audio using 2 or 4 channels

to major NLE software* to continue your editing

(A98).

workflow. For details, refer to Saving MXF Clips

For MP4 clips, the camcorder offers 3 resolution

(A168).

sizes (1920x1080, 1280x720 or 640x360), 3 frame

The supplied software Data Import Utility allows

rate options and 5 bit rate options for a total of 8

you to save MP4 clips to a computer and even join

possible video configurations (A55).

split MP4 files into a single file for editing. For details, refer to Saving MP4 Clips (A170).

* Refer to Saving Clips to a Computer (A168) for details on compatible software.

Operability and Adaptability

Freely customizable compact design

The camcorder offers maximum operability for a single camera operator. It features 3 separate rings for independent focus, zoom and iris operation. The camcorder’s side grip can be easily adjusted up to 120 degrees to let you use whatever camera angle you need (A35). Additionally, gain, shutter and iris controls can be adjusted manually or automatically giving you the freedom to decide to what extent you want to control every aspect of the image.

Pro-level remote operation

The camcorder can be used with the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller for remote operation of many advanced functions, including iris, gain and even custom picture settings.

Versatile Artistic Expression		operation. Save custom picture and menu settings
Special recording modes		to an SD card so that you can transfer your setting
		preferences to other XF200 / XF205 camcorders in
The special recording modes (A118) give you
		order to use them in the same way.
more creative control over your recordings. You can
create a slow motion or fast motion effect in your
recordings, record a certain number of frames at a		Other Functions
set interval (ideal for nature shots and other subjects
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with little movement) or record a certain number of		• Direct setting mode (A57)
frames every time you press a button (ideal for stop		Change main camera functions while checking
motion animation).		the image on the screen using only the joystick.
Custom picture settings		• Assistance functions
With custom picture settings (A132), you can		Peaking and magnification (A84) can be helpful
enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the “look”		when you use manual focus, onscreen markers
you want by adjusting parameters, such as gamma		(A88) can be very useful to help you frame your
and sharpness.		video, and zebra patterns (A89) can give you a
		reference point to avoid overexposures.
Advanced Professional Features and		• Video scopes (A108)
		Check the brightness of the image using the
Flexibility
		waveform monitor, the color of the image using
Wired and Wi-Fi network functions (A173)		the vectorscope, or the focus using the edge
You can connect the camcorder to other devices via		monitor.
wired (Ethernet) connection or Wi-Fi to enjoy a		• Intelligent System
variety of functions. For example, you can transfer		When using battery packs compatible with
recordings to an FTP server or use the Web browser		Intelligent System, the camcorder will display an
on a connected device to remotely operate the		estimate, in minutes, of the remaining recording/
camcorder (Browser Remote) or to play back the		playback time using the battery pack (A25). You
recordings on the camcorder (Playback via		can also check the battery life indicator and other
Browser).		information on the [Battery/Hour Meter] status
Pro-level connectivity		screen (A213).
The camcorder offers two terminals for professional		• Multiple audio recording options (A98)
level connectivity. Use the 3G/HD-SDI terminal to		The camcorder offers 2- or 4-channel linear PCM
output the uncompressed HD video signal along		audio recording for MXF clips and 2-channel AAC
with embedded audio and SMPTE time code (LTC)		audio recording for MP4 clips. You can use the
in a format that can be used for external recording.		camcorder’s built-in microphone, external
Meanwhile, the MON. terminal offers the best video		microphones with a 3.5 mm mini-stereo plug
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output for an external monitor, including the option		(MIC terminal), or external audio input sources
to overlay the camcorder’s onscreen displays.		with an XLR plug (INPUT 1/INPUT 2 terminals with
Genlock synchronization (A94), the TIME CODE		+48 V phantom power supply). The camcorder
terminal (A95, 96) and GENLOCK/SYNC OUT		even has a convenient microphone holder with
terminal allow the camcorder to be part of any multi-		cable clamp for external microphones.
camera shooting setup.		• Metadata and GPS information (A111, 114)
Infrared recording
		You have the option to add various metadata
Record in darkness using infrared recording		fields to your MXF clips. Some of the information
(A126). With the built-in infrared light, you can		requires using Canon XF Utility or the Browser
record nocturnal animals in their natural environment		Remote application. Additionally, you can connect
or other such scenes.		the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver to the
Customization		camcorder to automatically add GPS information
The camcorder features several customization		to your recordings. Using Canon XF Utility you
options. You can assign often-used functions to		can then organize or search MXF clips by GPS
assignable buttons (A129) so that you can call up		information.

those functions with the press of a single button. You can also register frequently-used menu settings in an easy-to-access personal menu (My Menu, A30). Custom functions (A141) and custom onscreen displays (A142) give you even more freedom to control many aspects of the camcorder’s

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Table of Contents

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1. Introduction 11

Remote Operation of the Camcorder 44

About this Manual 11

Using the Supplied Wireless Controller 44

Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote

Conventions Used in this Manual

11

Supplied Accessories

13

Controller

45

Names of Parts 14

3. Recording 47

WL-D6000 Wireless Controller

21

Recording Video

47

2. Preparations 23

Preparing to Record

47

Preparing the Power Supply

23

Recording 48

Remote Operation Using Browser Remote

50

Using a Battery Pack

23

Using a Household Power Outlet

25

Onscreen Displays

51

Turning the Camcorder On and Off

26

Power Save Mode

54

Date, Time and Language Settings

27

Using the Fan

54

Video Configuration: Movie Format, Bit Rate,

Setting the Date and Time

27

Using the OLED Panel

33

Resolution and Frame Rate

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Changing the Time Zone 27

Changing Main Camera Functions with the

Displaying the Date and Time while Recording

28

Joystick

57

Changing the Language

28

Using the Direct Setting Mode

57

Using the Menus 29

Shutter Speed 58

Selecting an Option from the Menu

29

Automatic Shutter

59

Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu)

30

Manual Shutter

60

Preparing the Camcorder

32

Flicker Reduction 61

Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit

32

Gain 62

Attaching the Lens Hood 32

Selecting the Gain Level

62

Using the Viewfinder

32

Automatic Gain Control (AGC)

62

Adjusting the Viewfinder/OLED Screen

34

Manual Gain 63

Aperture 65

Adjusting the Color Balance of the OLED

Automatic Aperture

65

Screen 34

Manual Aperture 66

Setting the Screen to Black & White 35

ND Filter 67

Adjusting the Grip Unit

35

Exposure Compensation - AE Shift

67

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

36

Light Metering Mode

68

Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers

36

White Balance 69

Using a Tripod 37

Auto White Balance (AWB)

70

Preparing Recording Media

38

Preset White Balance/Color Temperature 71

Inserting a CF Card

39

Custom White Balance

72

Checking the Status of the CF Card Slots

39

Zooming 74

Removing a CF card

40

Selecting the Zoom Mode

74

Inserting and Removing an SD Card 40

Using the Zoom Ring

75

Initializing the Recording Media

41

Using the Zoom Rockers on the Camcorder

75

Switching Between the CF Card Slots

41

Remote Operation

78

Selecting the CF Card Recording Method

42

Soft Zoom Control

79

Checking the Available Recording Time on a

Using Optional Conversion Lenses

80

Recording Media

43

Recovering Data on a Recording Media

43

Adjusting the Focus 81

Special Recording Modes

118

Autofocus (AF) Mode

81

Interval Recording Mode

118

Manual Focus (MF) 83

Frame Recording Mode

119

Push AF 85

Slow & Fast Motion Mode 120

Detecting and Focusing On Faces

85

Pre-recording Mode 121

Focus Limit and Macro Shooting

86

Simultaneous Recording of MXF and MP4

Image Stabilizer

87

Clips 123

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Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns

88

Recording in MP4 Backup Recording Mode

124

Displaying Onscreen Markers

88

Infrared Recording

126

Displaying Zebra Patterns 89

Activating Infrared Mode

126

Setting the Time Code

90

Using the Infrared Light

126

Selecting the Running Mode

90

Using the Focal Length Guide 128

Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 91

4. Customization 129

Putting the Time Code Display on Hold

91

Setting the User Bit 93

Assignable Buttons

129

Synchronizing with an External Device

94

Changing the Assigned Function

129

Using an Assignable Button 130

Connecting an External Device 94

Reference Video Signal Input (Genlock

Custom Picture Settings

132

Synchronization)

94

Selecting Custom Picture Files 132

Time Code Signal Input 95

Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings

133

Reference Video Signal Output 96

Renaming Custom Picture Files

133

Time Code Signal Output 96

Protecting Custom Picture Files

133

Recording Audio

98

Transferring Custom Picture Files

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Audio Settings and Recorded Audio Channels

98

Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a

Selecting the Number of Recorded Audio

Recording 135

Channels

100

Available Custom Picture Settings 135

Connecting an External Microphone or External

Customizing Functions and Onscreen

Audio Input Source to the Camcorder 100

Displays 141

Using the Built-in Microphone or MIC

Customizing Functions

141

Terminal

101

Customizing Onscreen Displays

142

Using the INPUT 1/INPUT 2 Terminals

103

Saving and Loading Camera Settings 143

Adjusting the Audio Level 105

Saving Camera Settings to an SD Card

143

Monitoring the Audio with Headphones

106

Loading Camera Settings from an SD Card

143

Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal 107

5. Playback 145

Recording Color Bars

107

Recording an Audio Reference Signal

107

Playback 145

Video Scopes

108

MXF and MP4 Clip Index Screens 145

Playing Back Clips

147

Displaying a Video Scope 108

Configuring the Waveform Monitor

108

Onscreen Displays

147

Configuring the Vectorscope

109

Playback Controls

148

Configuring the Edge Monitor

109

Adjusting the Volume 149

Adding Marks to MXF Clips while Recording

110

Adding Shot Marks while Recording 110

Adding an $Mark or %Mark to the Last Clip

Recorded

110

Using Metadata

111

Setting a User Memo Created with Canon XF

Utility

111

Setting a User Memo Using Browser

Remote 112

Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) 114

Reviewing a Recording

116

File Numbering

117

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Clip Operations

150

Connecting to a Wired (Ethernet) Network 179

Using the Clip Menu

151

Selecting a Network Connection 180

Displaying Clip Information

151

Changing Network Settings 181

Adding $Marks or %Marks

152

Browser Remote: Controlling the Camcorder from

Deleting $Marks or %Marks 153

a Network Device

182

Copying Clips

153

Setting Up Browser Remote 182

Starting Browser Remote

183

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Deleting Clips

154

Real-Time Proxy Transfer

188

Deleting the User Memo and GPS

FTP File Transfer

189

Information

155

Copying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a

Preparations

189

FTP Transfer in

Mode

190

Clip

155

Displaying an Index Screen of Shot Marks

155

FTP Transfer in

Mode

191

Displaying a Frame Index Screen of a Single

Playback via Browser

193

Clip

156

8. Photos 195

Adding Shot Marks 157

Deleting Shot Marks

157

Taking Photos

195

Changing a Clip’s Thumbnail

158

Taking Photos in

Mode

195

Capturing Photos in

Mode 195

6. External Connections 159

Photo Playback

197

Video Output Configuration

159

Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen 197

Viewing Photos

197

Recording Video Signal Configuration and Video

Output Configuration by Terminal 159

Deleting Photos

198

Playback Video Configuration and Video Output

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Configuration by Terminal

160

9. Additional Information 199

Connecting to an External Monitor

162

Menu Options

199

Connection Diagram

162

Displaying the Status Screens

209

Using the 3G/HD-SDI Terminal 163

Troubleshooting

218

Using the MON. Terminal

163

List of Messages 223

Using the HDMI OUT Terminal

164

Handling Precautions

228

Using the AV OUT Terminal

164

Maintenance/Others

231

SD Output

165

Optional Accessories

232

Specifications

235

Superimposing Onscreen Displays to Appear on

Index 241

an External Monitor

165

Audio Output 166

Selecting the Audio Channel

166

Synchronizing the Video with the Audio being

Monitored

167

Selecting the Output Level of the AV OUT

Terminal

167

Saving Clips to a Computer

168

Saving MXF Clips

168

Saving MP4 Clips

170

Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer

171

7. Network Functions 173

About the Network Functions

173

Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network

174

Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

174

Searching for Access Points

175

Manual Setup

177

Camera Access Point

177

Configuring the IP Address Settings 178

Saving the Configuration

178

1	Introduction

About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon XF200 / XF205. 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

Troubleshooting (A218).

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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.

•: Text that applies only to the model shown in the icon.

•The following terms are used in this manual.

“Screen” refers to the OLED screen and the viewfinder screen. “CF card” refers to a CompactFlashCOPY(CF) card.

“SD card” refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC memory card. “Recording media” refers to CF cards and SD cards.

When not specified, “access lamps” refers to either or both of the CF card access lamps (CF2/CF3) and the SD card access lamp.

“Press SET” refers to pressing down the joystick itself (A29).

•Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Some screenshots have been altered to make them easier to read.

•Illustrations in the manual show the XF205.

About this Manual

The arrow >is used to abbreviate menu selections. For a detailed explanation on how to use the menus, refer to Using the Menus

12(A29). For a concise summary of all available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix

Menu Options (A199).

Operating modes and Format

A full icon (like ) indicates that the function described can be used in the operating mode shown or for recordings made in the movie format shown in the icon; an empty icon (like

) indicates that the function cannot be used. For details refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off (A26) or Selecting the Movie Format (A55).

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When a procedure requires selecting an option, the available options are listed within or after the procedure. Brackets [ ] are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen.

When a function requires the use of the menu, the quick reference shows the submenus and, when applicable, the default setting for the menu item. The example illustration indicates that you can find the function by selecting the

[wOther Functions] menu and then the [Fan] menu item.

Supplied Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder.

CA-930 Compact Power Adapter		DC-930 DC Cable
(incl. power cord)

Lens Hood with Lens Barrier	COPY
			Lens Cap
WL-D6000 Wireless Controller			Microphone Holder Unit
(incl. CR2025 Lithium Battery)

Supplied Accessories

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BP-955 Battery Pack

(incl. terminal cover)

Eye cup

SS-1200 Shoulder Strap

Data Import Utility

Software CD-ROM*

*The Data Import Utility Software Guide (PDF file) is included in the CD-ROM. For details about the software, refer to this Software Guide.

Names of Parts

Names of Parts

Operation panel

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2 3 4

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													Operation panel
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1	Protective cover for audio controls (A98)										15	Focus ring (A83)
2	Strap mount (A36)					COPY
											16	Zoom ring (A75)
3	INFRARED switch (A126)										17	Iris ring (A66)
4	ZOOM SPEED (zoom speed of the handle's zoom										18	PUSH AF (momentary autofocus) button (A85)
	rocker) switch (A75)										19	IRIS (ND) (aperture mode/ND filter) switch (A65)
5	CF card slot covers for CF card slots A (left) and B										20	FOCUS (focus mode) switch (A81, 83)
	(right)										21	PEAKING button (A84) /
6	POWER SAVE button (A54)											Assignable button 1 (A129)
7	Exhaust ventilation outlet (A54)										22	ZEBRA button (A89)/
8	CF2(CF card slot A) and CF3(CF card slot B)											Assignable button 2 (A129)
	access indicators (A39)										23	FULL AUTO switch (A49)
9	CF card release buttons for CF card slots A (left)										24	CF card slot cover switches for CF card slots A
	and B (right) (A40)											(left) and B (right) (A39)
10	CF card slots A (left) and B (right) (A39)										25	SHUTTER switch (A58)
11	Qswitch (A26)										26	GAIN switch (A62)
12	Power indicator (A26)										27	WHITE BAL. (white balance) switch (A69)
13	Lens hood (A32)										28	Å(white balance adjustment) button (A72)
14	Lens barrier switch (A47)

Names of Parts

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	39		40	41	42
29	GENLOCK/SYNC OUT (synchronization)	35	USB terminal (A171)
	terminal (A94, 96)	36	MIC (microphone) terminal (A101)
30	TIME CODE terminal (A95, 96)	37	Attachment sockets for the microphone holder
31	MON. (monitor output) terminal (A162,		unit (A32)
	163)	38	INPUT 1 (right) and INPUT 2 (left) terminals (XLR)
32	3G/HD-SDI terminal (A162, 163)		(A103)
33	Strap mount (A36)	39	Air intake vent (A54)
34	REMOTE terminal (A45)	40	Grip belt (A35)
	For connecting the optional RC-V100 Remote	41	Adjustable grip unit (A35)
	Controller or commercially available remote	42	Lens hood lock screw (A32)
	controllers.

Names of Parts

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	49
	50
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	46
	47				52
43	Microphone lock screw (A100)		48	Built-in stereo microphone (A101)
44	Microphone holder (A100)		49	Front tally lamp (A48)
45	Microphone cable clamp (A100)		50	Remote sensor (A44)
46	Lens barrier (A47)		51	Infrared light (A126)
47	Instant AF sensor (A81)		52	START/STOP button (A48, 123)
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	54
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	55	65
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53	MENU button (A29)	63	Dioptric adjustment lever (A33)
54	Joystick (A29)/SET button (A29)	64	Viewfinder unit
55	CANCEL button (A29)	65	Battery compartment (A24)
56	POWERED IS button (A87)/	66	START/STOP button (A48, 123)
	Assignable button 3 (A129)	67	UNLOCK (unlock the grip) switch (A35)
57	OLED screen (A33, 34)	68	×(headphone) terminal (A106)
58	SD card slot cover (A40)	69	AV OUT terminal (A162, 164)
59	SD card access indicator (A48, 123, 195)	70	HDMI OUT terminal (A162, 164)
60	SD card slot (A40)	71	DC IN terminal (A25)
61	Viewfinder (A32, 34)	72	LAN access indicator (A179)
62	Eye cup (A33)	73	LAN terminal (Ethernet) (A179)

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Names of Parts

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	82						83			84		85		86
74	Accessory shoe													80		Strap mount (A36)
	For attaching accessories such as the optional													81		BATTERY RELEASE lever (A24)
	VL-10Li II Battery Video Light.													82		Front tally lamp (A48)
75	Built-in speaker (A149)													83		–dials for CH1 (left) and CH2 (right)
76	START/STOP lock lever (A48)															(A105)
77	START/STOP button (A48, 123)COPY84 Rear tally lamp (A48)
78	Grip zoom rocker (A75)													85		Handle zoom rocker (A77)
79	MAGN. (magnification) button (A84)/													86		Handle socket for 1/4" screws
	Assignable button 4 (A129)

Names of Parts

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		89	90		91
87	Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod			89	Tripod base for tripods with 1/4" screws (A37)
	Adapter (A37)			90	Air intake vent (A54)
88	Tripod base screws (A37)			91	Tripod socket (A37)

Names of Parts

Operation panels

	Operation panel																									Operation panel
20																									1		4
																											5														10
																									2		6														11
																											7															12
																																									13
																									3		8														14
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1		Audio level switches for CH1 (left) and CH2 (right)																																								15
																										8	INDEX button (A146)/
		(A105)																									u(review recording) button (A116)
2		AUDIO IN (audio input) selection switches for CH1																								9	HEADPHONE+					button (A149)/
		(left) and CH2 (right) (A101, 103)																									Assignable button 11 (A129)
3		INPUT 1 (left) / INPUT 2 (right) audio source																								10	×(fast playback) button (A148)/
		selection switches (A103)																			COPY
																											Assignable button 7 (A129)
4		Ò(play/pause) button (A147)/																								11	Ù(skip forward) button (A148)/
		Assignable button 6 (A129)																									Assignable button 10 (A129)
5		Ø(fast reverse playback) button (A148)/																								12	Ñ(stop) button (A147)/
		Assignable button 5 (A129)																									Assignable button 9 (A129)
6		Ú(skip backward) button (A148)/																								13	DISP. (display) button (A51, 147)
		Assignable button 8 (A129)																								14	WFM (waveform monitor) button (A108)/
7		SLOT SELECT (CF card slot selection) button																									Assignable button 13 (A129)
		(A41, 146)																								15	HEADPHONEbutton (A149)/
																											Assignable button 12 (A129)

WL-D6000 Wireless Controller

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1	Record enable button: When you use the START/	8	Ñ(stop) button (A148)
	STOP button or ZOOM buttons, you must press	9	START/STOP button (A48, 123)
	this button simultaneously with the desired button.	10	ZOOM buttons (A78)
2	PHOTO button (A195)	11	Í/Î/Ï/Ðbuttons
3	SHOT1 (shot mark 1) button (A157)	12	MENU button (A29)
4	CANCEL button (A29)	13	Ø/×(fast playback reverse/forward) buttons
5	SET button (A29)		(A148)
6	INDEX button (A146)	14	Ô/Ó(frame reverse/frame forward) buttons
7	Ò(play/pause) button (ACOPY148) (A148)

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2	Preparations

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.

Charge battery packs before use. For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a fully charged battery pack, refer to Charging Times (A233) and Recording and Playback Times (A233).

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Using a Battery Pack

You can power the camcorder using the supplied BP-955 or an optional BP-950G, BP-970G or BP-975 Battery Pack. The BP-955 and BP-975 are compatible with Intelligent System, meaning that you can check the remaining battery time.

	Charging the Battery Pack
	Charge	COPY
	Before
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2
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4
	• 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.
		0-34%: Flashes once per second
		35-69%: Flashes twice per second
		70-99%: Flashes 3 times per second
5	When charging has completed, remove the battery pack from the compact power adapter.
6	Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the compact power adapter.

IMPORTANT

•Do not connect to the compact power adapter any product that is not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder.

NOTES

•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 charge the battery pack, disconnect the DC cable from the compact power adapter.

Preparing the Power Supply

•If there is a malfunction with the 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 (A228).

•Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or the day

24before, to ensure a full charge.

•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 (A213). Fully charging the battery pack and then discharging it will give you a more accurate reading.

•We recommend that you prepare battery packs to last 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.

Attaching the Battery Pack

1 Set the Qswitch to OFF.

2 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment and press gently down until it clicks.

Removing the Battery Pack
1	Set the Qswitch to OFF.
2	Slide the BATTERY RELEASE lever in the direction of the arrow.
	While holding it pressed down, slide the battery pack up and
	remove it from the battery compartment.
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Preparing the Power Supply

Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

With battery packs compatible with Intelligent System, you can check the estimated remaining usage time of the battery pack by looking at any recording/playback screen or the [Battery/Hour Meter] status screen (A213). You can also check the approximate remaining battery charge 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.

0-25%

26-50%

51-75%

76-100%

NOTES

CHECK button

0 100%

Battery charge indicator

•The first time you use a battery pack, charge it fully and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted. Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time will be displayed accurately.

•USA and Canada only: The LithiumCOPYion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

1 Set the Qswitch to OFF.

2 Connect the DC cable to the DC IN terminal on the camcorder.

	3 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter
	and plug it into a power outlet.

4 Connect the DC cable to the compact power adapter.

IMPORTANT

• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.

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DC IN
terminal

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. Select the operating mode using the Qswitch.

26 To turn on the camcorder

Hold down the button on the Qswitch and slide the switch to

CAMERA for	mode or MEDIA for	mode. The power indicator
will illuminate in green.

CAMERA mode

MEDIA mode

To turn off the camcorder

Set the Qswitch to OFF. The power indicator will turn off.

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• If you set the [wOther Functions] >[POWER LED] setting to [Off], the power indicator will not illuminate.

Date, Time and Language Settings

Date, Time and Language Settings

Setting the Date and Time

You will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. When the camcorder’s clock is not set, the [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically with the month selected.

Operating modes:

1Push the joystick up/down to change the month then move (Ð) to the next field.

• To move to the next field you can also press the joystick itself.

2 Change the rest of the fields in the same way.

3 Select (Ð) [Set] and then press the joystick to start the clock and close the screen.

•You can change the date formatCOPYand the clock format (12/24 hours) with the [wOther Functions] > [Set Clock] >[Date Format] setting. You can also change the date and time later on (not during the initial

setup) with the [wOther Functions] >[Set Clock] >[Date/Time] setting. However, while the camcorder is being operated through the Browser Remote application, the [Set Clock] submenu is not available.

•When the built-in rechargeable lithium battery is exhausted, the date and time setting may be lost. In such case, recharge the built-in lithium battery (A230) and set the time zone, date and time again.

•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 (A114).

Changing the Time Zone

Change the time zone to match the time zone of your location. The default setting is [UTC-05:00 New York]. The time zones are based on Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

Operating modes:

[wOther Functions]

[Time Zone]

[UTC-05:00 New York]

1 Press the MENU button.

2 Push the joystick up/down to select [wOther Functions]. 3 Select [Time Zone] in a similar fashion.

4 Push the joystick up/down to change the time zone.

5 Press the joystick to set the time zone and then press the MENU button to close the menu.

NOTES

•While the camcorder is being operated through the Browser Remote application, the [Time Zone] setting is not available.

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Operating modes:

[Language !]

[English]

The default language of the camcorder is English. You can change it to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean or Japanese. PleaseCOPYnote that some settings and screens will be displayed in English, regardless of the language setting.

1 Press the MENU button.

2 Push the joystick up/down to select [w ther Functions]. 3 Select [Language !] in a similar fashion.

4 Push the joystick up/down to select a language.

5 Press the joystick to change the language and then press the MENU button to close the menu.

[wOther Functions]

• Select [Off] to record without displaying the date and time.

5 Press the joystick and then press the MENU button to close the menu.

• The selected date/time display will appear at the bottom of the screen.

Changing the Language

[Off]

1 Press the MENU button.

2 Push the joystick up/down to select [£OLED/VF Setup].

3 Select [Custom Display 2] and then [Date/Time] in a similar fashion.

4 Push the joystick up/down to select the information to display.

[Date/Time]

Operating modes:

[Custom Display 2]

You can display the date and time on the screen.

[£OLED/VF Setup]

Date, Time and Language Settings

Displaying the Date and Time while Recording

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Using the Menus

Using the Menus

In mode, many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menu for general settings, which opens after pressing the MENU button. You can also register frequently used menu settings in a customized submenu (My Menu) for easy access. In mode, press the MENU button to open the menu for general settings or press the joystick to open the clip menu for clip operations. For details about the available menu options and settings, refer to Menu Options (A199).

Operating modes:

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MENU button

Joystick

CANCEL button

MENU button

•Although the button at the centerCOPYof the joystick is not labeled as SET, in the manual, “press SET” will be used to mean pressing down the joystick itself.

Selecting an Option from the Menu

The following is a step-by-step explanation of how to select an option from the menu. In the procedures throughout the rest of this manual, opening and closing the menu is assumed and not included in the procedure.

1 Press 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).

2 Push the joystick up/down to select the desired submenu. 3 Push the joystick right or press SET.

•The orange selection frame will appear on a menu item in the submenu.

•Press the CANCEL button, push the joystick left, or select [L] to return to the previous submenu.

4 Push the joystick up/down to select the desired menu item.

•If a submenu contains many menu items, a scroll bar will appear on the right side of the submenu indicating that you must scroll up or down to see other menu items.

•A Ðmark next to a menu item indicates another submenu. Repeat steps 3 and 4.

[Register]

Using the Menus

5 Push the joystick right or press SET.

•The orange selection frame will appear on a setting option.

•Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous submenu.

306 Push the joystick up/down to select the desired setting option and then press SET.

•Depending on the menu item, additional selections may be necessary.

7 Press the MENU button to close the menu.

NOTES

•Unavailable items may appear grayed out.

•Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.

•On some screens, the following icons may be displayed as a guide: , , . They refer, respectively, to pressing the joystick (or SET button on a remote control), the MENU button or the CANCEL button.

•When using the supplied wireless controller, use the á, â, à, ßand SET buttons in the same way as the camcorder’s joystick. Similarly, when using the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller, use the Up, Down, Left, Right and SET buttons. In either case, pressing the SET button is equivalent to pressing the joystick on the camcorder.

•You can check some of the current settings on the status screens (A209).

Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu)

You can register up to 14 frequently used menu settings under the My Menu submenu for easy access. Furthermore, if you set an assignable button to [My Menu] (A129), you can press the button to access your registered menu settings even faster and more easily.

Operating modes:

Adding Menu Settings

	1 Open the My Menu [Register] screen.	[¥My Menu]
	[¥My Menu] >[Edit] >[Register]COPY	[Edit]
	• The menu will change to blue to indicate you are selecting menu
	settings to add to the My Menu submenu.

• 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.

3Select [OK] and then press SET twice.

• The menu setting you registered will now appear under the My Menu submenu.