Canon C500, C500 PL User Manual

Digital Cinema Camera

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Instruction Manual

PUB. DIE-0426-000

The warranty information for Australia and New Zealand is at the end of this Instruction Manual.

Important Usage Instructions

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WARNING

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

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING.

WARNING

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

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

FCC NOTICE

Digital Cinema Camera, EOS C500 / EOS C500 PL Systems. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

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

the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual. If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.

Canon U.S.A., Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. (516) 328-5600

CAUTION:

• 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.

EOS C500 / EOS C500 PL / CA-940 / CG-940 identification plate is located on the bottom.

CAUTION

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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

European Union (and EEA) only.

one-for-one basis when you buy a new similar product or to an authorized collection site for recycling waste electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) and batteries and accumulators. Improper handling of this type of waste could have a possible impact on the environment and human health due to potentially hazardous substances that are generally associated with EEE. Your cooperation in the correct disposal of this product will contribute to the effective usage of natural resources. For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www.canon-europe.com/ environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your household waste, according to the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC), the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) and/or your national laws implementing those Directives. This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized

Important Safety Instructions

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In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” refers to the Canon Digital Cinema Camera

EOS C500 / EOS C500 PL 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 block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

9. 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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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

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

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

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

13. 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.

Trademark Acknowledgements

• SD and SDHC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

• The 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, Mac OS, Final Cut Pro are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• Avid, Media Composer and NewsCutter 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.

• AJA, KONA 3G-SDI are trademarks of AJA Video, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

• NVIDIA, GeForce and Quadro are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the U.S. 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.

Highlights of the EOS C500/C500 PL

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The Canon Digital Cinema Camera EOS C500/C500 PL has been designed with the discerning professional in mind. It is truly a cinematographer’s camera. The following are just some of the many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality.

4K Recording System with Cinema Quality

Advanced 4K-compatible Super 35mm CMOS sensor

The camera is equipped with a Super 35mm CMOS sensor that captures video at an effective pixel count of 8.85 megapixels (4096x2160) and offers a center resolution of 1,800 TV lines*. Furthermore, thanks to Canon’s high-sensitivity and low-noise technology, the camera can record at ISO levels up to 20,000 - a level of sensitivity that must be seen to be believed!

* Varies depending on the lens used.

Interchangeable lenses

Enjoy the freedom of using interchangeable lenses to achieve exactly the look you want. The EOS C500 features an EF lens mount allowing you to use over 60 high-quality lenses from the Canon Cine Lens series and EF Lens series. The EOS C500 PL features a PL lens mount, allowing you to use a vast array of cinematography lenses compatible with a Canon PL lens mount and other lenses commonly used in motion picture production.

4K, 2K and MXF modes

In 4K and 2K modes, the camera outputs image data for recording with an external recorder. In 4K mode, the camera outputs Canon RAW image data, which is free of compression noise. In 2K mode, the camera outputs up to an RGB 4:4:4 12-bit signal. In MXF mode, the camera records HD audio and video to CompactFlash (CF) cards. HD recordings are saved as Material eXchange Format (MXF) files and are compatible with major non-linear editing (NLE) software. For example, you can use these MXF files as proxy video for your NLE software. Furthermore, even in 4K and 2K modes, the camera can record MXF files on a CF card.

Multitude of recording options

The camera offers you numerous options when it comes to the video configuration of your recordings. When recording in 4K or 2K mode, you can select the recording mode (RAW, HRAW, RGB 4:4:4 12bit, RGB 4:4:4 10-bit or YCC 4:2:2 10-bit), system frequency (59.94 Hz, 50.00 Hz, 24.00 Hz), resolution (various settings from 1920x1080 to 4096x2160) and frame rate (various settings from

23.98P up to 59.94P). This allows you to select a video configuration to suit your needs from a total of 44 different combinations. When recording in MXF

mode, you can select the system frequency, bit rate, resolution and frame rate of your recordings. These options allow you to choose from a total of 27 different combinations.

Recording media

Because there are two CF card slots, when one CF card slot becomes full, the recording will automatically continue on the other one without interruption when you use relay recording (A 48). In addition, using double slot recording (A 48) lets you record the same clip simultaneously to both CF cards.

3G-SDI and MON. terminals

The camera features dual 3G-SDI terminals (A 43) that can output 4K or 2K image data to an external recorder. The dual MON. terminals (A 43) are HD-SDI terminals that can output YCC 4:2:2 10-bit 2K or full HD video, allowing external live monitoring during shoots using an external monitor with SDI input. Of course, both sets of terminals also output audio, SMPTE time code (LTC) and user bit signals.

Canon Log gamma for spectacular dynamic range

The Canon Log gamma (A 60) makes full use of the sensor to give your recordings amazing dynamic range. In 4K and 2K modes, the camera will always use Canon Log gamma. In MXF mode, you may want to use CINEMA preset (A 60) to set the camera easily and quickly for shooting with Canon Log gamma.

Operability and Adaptability

Freely customizable compact design

The modular components, including the supplied handle unit and monitor unit will let you expand and adapt the configuration to match your shooting conditions (A 34). The articulated monitor unit can be rotated 270° for maximum convenience. The

10.1-cm (4-in.) LCD screen with 100% coverage ensures that you can compose your shots with ease.

Pro-level connectivity

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In addition to the 3G-SDI terminals mentioned previously, the HD/SD SDI terminal can output YCC 4:2:2 10-bit (8-bit effective) HD/SD video as well as audio and time code signals. Genlock synchronization (A 88), the TIME CODE terminal (A 89, 91) and SYNC OUT terminal allow the camera to be part of any multi-camera shooting

setup.

Customization

The camera features several customization options. You can assign often-used functions to assignable buttons (A 111) so that you can call up 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, A 32). Custom functions (A 123) and custom onscreen displays (A 123) give you even more freedom to control many aspects of the camera’s operation. During MXF mode, with custom picture settings (A 114), you can enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the “look” you want by adjusting parameters, such as gamma and sharpness. The custom picture settings can be recorded onto an SD card, which allows multiple C500 / C500 PL cameras or C300 / C300 PL camcorders to use the same settings, or embedded in the recording itself (A 116, 136, 164).

Remote operation via Wi-Fi

You can attach the optional WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter to the camera and operate it remotely via Wi-Fi using the Wi-Fi Remote application (A 51). The Wi-Fi Remote application lets you monitor the image through live view and remotely control the focus, shutter speed, ISO speed/gain and other settings.

Other Features

Special recording modes

The special recording modes (A 105) give you 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 set interval (ideal for nature shots and other subjects with little movement) or record a certain number of frames every time you press a button (ideal for stop motion animation).

Software for aiding the production workflow

The Cinema RAW Development software, which can be downloaded from your local Canon Web site, can develop the 4K RAW data recorded with an external recorder and export it as a standard file type such as DPX. This helps make a smooth transition to the color grading process.

Audio

Sound is recorded as 2-channel linear PCM audio (16-bit/48 kHz). You can use the MIC terminal for microphones with a Ø 3.5 mm mini-stereo plug or the two XLR audio input terminals (with phantom power supply) when recording.

Video scopes

Check the brightness of the image using the waveform monitor (A 100), the color of the image using the vectorscope (A 101), or the focus using the edge monitor (A 101).

Tab le o f Co n te nts

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1. Introduction 11

About this Manual 11

Conventions Used in this Manual 11

Supplied Accessories 13 Names of Parts 14

Terminals 19 Monitor Unit 20 Handle Unit 22

4K Workflow Overview 23

2. Preparations 25

Preparing the Power Supply 25

Using a Battery Pack 25 Using a Household Power Outlet 27 Turning the Camera On and Off 28

Date, Time and Language Settings 29

Setting the Date and Time 29 Changing the Time Zone 29 Displaying the Date and Time while Recording 30 Changing the Language 30

Using the Menus 31

Selecting an Option from the Menu 31 Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu) 32

Preparing the Camera 34

Preparing the Lens 34 Attaching and Removing the Monitor Unit 37 Using the Viewfinder 38 Using the LCD Panel 39 Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen 40 Using a Tripod 40 Attaching the Handle Unit 41 Attaching a Shoulder Strap 41 Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers 42

Connecting to a 4K- or 2K-Compatible External

Recorder 43

Preparing Recording Media 45

Inserting a CF Card 45 Checking the Status of the CF Card Slots 45 Removing a CF card 46 Inserting and Removing an SD Card 46 Initializing the Recording Media 47 Switching Between the CF Card Slots 48 Selecting the CF Card Recording Method 48 Checking the Available Recording Time for CF

Cards 49

Recovering Data on the CF Card 49

Adjusting the Black Balance 50 Remote Operation Via the Wi-Fi Remote

Application 51

Preparing the System for Wi-Fi Remote 51

3. Recording 53

Recording Video 53

Preparing to Record 53 Recording 53 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 54 Onscreen Displays 57 Rear Panel Displays 59 Canon Log Gamma and CINEMA Preset 60 Checking Clips Recorded with Canon Log Gamma

(View Assistance) 60

Using the Internal Cooling Fan 61

Video Configuration: Type of Recording,

Resolution and Frame Rate 62

Selecting the Video Configuration for 4K and 2K

Modes 62

Selecting the Video Configuration for MXF

Mode 65

Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC.

Button 67

Using the Direct Setting Mode 67

Shutter Speed 68

Changing the Shutter Speed Mode and Value 69 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 69

ISO Speed/Gain 71

Changing the ISO Speed or Gain Value 71 Using the Control Dial 72 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 72

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ND Filter 73

Using the ND Filter 73 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 73

2 Adjusting the Aperture 74

Using the Control Dial 74 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 74

White Balance 76

Setting the White Balance 76 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 77

Adjusting the Focus 79

Adjusting the Focus Manually 79 2 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 79 Using the Focus Assistance Functions 80

Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 82

Displaying Onscreen Markers 82 Displaying Zebra Patterns 83

Setting the Time Code 84

Selecting the Running Mode 84 Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 85 Putting the Time Code Display on Hold 85

Setting the User Bit 87 Synchronizing with an External Device 88

Connecting an External Device 88 Reference Video Signal Input (Genlock

Synchronization) 88 Time Code Signal Input 89 Reference Video Signal Output 90 Time Code Signal Output 91

Recording Audio 92

Connecting an External Microphone or External

Audio Input Source to the Camera 92 Selecting the Audio Input from the XLR

Terminals 93 Adjusting the Audio Level from the XLR

Terminals 94 Adjusting the Audio Level from the MIC

Terminal 95 Monitoring the Audio with Headphones 96

Using Metadata 97

Setting a User Memo Created with Canon XF

Utility 97 Setting a User Memo Using Wi-Fi Remote 98

Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 99

Recording Color Bars 99 Recording an Audio Reference Signal 99

Video Scopes 100

Displaying a Video Scope 100 Configuring the Waveform Monitor 100 Configuring the Vectorscope 101 Configuring the Edge Monitor 101

Adding Marks while Recording MXF Clips 102

Adding Shot Marks while Recording 102 Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 102 Adding an $ Mark or % Mark to the Last Clip

Recorded 103

Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote 103

Reviewing an MXF Clip 104 Special Recording Modes 105

Interval Recording Mode 105 Frame Recording Mode 106 Slow & Fast Motion Mode 108 Pre-recording Mode 110

4. Customization 111

Assignable Buttons 111

Changing the Assigned Function 111 Using an Assignable Button 112

Custom Picture Settings 114

Selecting Custom Picture Files 114 Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings 114 Renaming Custom Picture Files 115 Protecting Custom Picture Files 115 Transferring Custom Picture Files 115 Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a

Recording 117

Available Custom Picture Settings 117

Customizing Functions and Onscreen

Displays 123

Customizing Functions 123 Customizing Onscreen Displays 123

Saving and Loading Camera Settings 125

Saving Camera Settings to an SD Card 125 Loading Camera Settings from an SD Card 125

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5. Playback 127

Playing Back MXF Clips 127

Clip Index Screen 127 Playing Back Clips 128 Onscreen Displays 129 Playback Controls 130 Audio Output 131

MXF Clip Operations 132

Using the Clip Menu 132 Displaying Clip Information 133 Adding $ Marks or % Marks 134 Deleting $ Marks or % Marks 134 Copying Clips 135 Deleting Clips 136 Deleting the User Memo and GPS

Information 136

Copying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a

Clip 136 Displaying an Index Screen of Shot Marks 137 Displaying a Frame Index Screen of a Single

Clip 138 Adding Shot Marks 138 Deleting Shot Marks 139 Changing a Clip’s Thumbnail 139

6. External Connections 141

Video Output Configuration 141

Video Configuration and Video Output

Configuration for 4K and 2K Modes 141 Video Output Configuration for MXF Mode 143

Connecting to an External Monitor 144

Connection Diagram 144 Using the MON. 1 and MON. 2 Terminals 145 Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal 147 Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 147 Using the SYNC OUT Terminal 147 Selecting the Resizing Method for SD Video 148 Superimposing Onscreen Displays to Appear on

an External Monitor 149

Developing RAW Clips 150

System Requirements 150 Installing and Uninstalling Cinema RAW

Development (Windows) 150

Installing and Uninstalling Cinema RAW

Development (Mac OS) 151

Viewing the Software Instruction Manual 151

Saving MXF Clips to a Computer 152

System Requirements 152 Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility

(Windows) 153

Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility

(Mac OS) 155

Viewing the Software Instruction Manuals 158

7. Photos 159

Taking Photos 159

Taking Photos in CAMERA Mode 159 Capturing Photos in MEDIA Mode 159

Photo Playback 161

Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen 161 Viewing Photos 161

Photo Operations 162

Using the Photo Menu 162 Deleting Photos 162 Protecting Photos 163 Copying Custom Picture Files 164 Photo Numbering 165

8. Additional Information 167

Menu Options 167 Displaying the Status Screens 178 Troubleshooting 184

List of Messages 187

Handling Precautions 191 Maintenance/Others 194 Optional Accessories 197 Specifications 200 Index 205

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Introduction

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About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon EOS C500/C500 PL. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camera and retain it for future reference. Should the camera fail to operate correctly, refer to (A 184).

Conventions Used in this Manual

• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camera’s operation.

• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.

• A: Reference page number.

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

• The following terms are used in this manual. “Screen” refers to the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen. “CF card” refers to a CompactFlash (CF) card. “SD card” refers to an SD or SDHC memory card. “Recording media” refers to CF cards and SD cards.

• 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 Canon EOS C500 camera with a Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens attached.

Tro ub le sh ooti ng

About this Manual

Setting the Time Code

While recording, the camera can generate a time code signal and embed it in your recordings. You can have the camera output the time code signal from the 3G-SDI terminals, MON. terminals, HD/SD SDI terminal or TIME CODE terminal (A 91). In addition, you can superimpose the time code on video output from the HDMI OUT terminal or SYNC OUT terminal. While playing back video recorded on a CF card, you can output the time code on the CF card from the HD/SD SDI terminal or TIME CODE terminal. Additionally, you can superimpose the time code on the picture from the HDMI OUT terminal or SYNC OUT terminal. For recordings with a frame rate of

29.97P, 59.94i or 59.94P, you can also select between a drop frame and non-drop frame time code. To synchronize the camera s time code to an external time code generator, refer to

Synchronizing with an

External Device

(A 88).

Selecting the Running Mode

During MXF mode, you can select the running mode of the camera s time code. During 4K and 2K modes, the running mode will be set to [Free Run] during normal shooting and slow & fast recording mode; it will be set to [Rec Run] during interval recording and frame recording modes. You can set the time code s initial value, however, by performing the procedure in the following section

Setting the Time Code s Initial Value

1 Open the time code [Mode] submenu.

[¤ TC/UB Setup] >> [Time Code] > [Mode]

2 Select the d esired option and then press SET.

€ If you selected [Regen.], you do not need to perform the rest of this

procedure. If you selected [Preset] and would like to set the time code s initial value, see the following section

Setting the Time Code s

Initial Value

3 After you select [Preset], open the time code [Run] submenu.

[¤ TC/UB Setup] > [Time Code] > [Run]

4 Select the d esired option and then press SET.

Options

Operating modes:

[Preset]: The time code starts from an initial value you can select in

advance. The default initial time code is 00:00:00.00. Th e time code s running mode depends on the [Run] setting.

[Rec Run]: The time code runs only while recording so clips

recorded consecutively on the same CF card will have continuous time codes.

[Free Run]:The time code starts running the moment you press

SET to select this option and keeps running regardless of the camera s operation.

[Regen.]: The camera will read the selected CF card and the time code will

continue from the last recorded time code on the CF card. The time code runs only while recording so clips recorded consecutively on the same CF card will have continuous time codes.

[¤ TC/UB Setup]

[Time Code]

[Mode]

[Preset]

[¤ TC/UB Setup]

[Time Code]

[Run]

[Free Run]

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

(A 31). For a concise summary

Menus

of all available menu options and settings, refer to the appendix

Options

(A 167).

Using the

Operating modes

indicates that a function is available in the operating mode (the two icons left of the dividing bar) and system priority (the three icons to the right of the dividing bar) indicated and indicates that the function is not available. For a detailed explanation,

Tur n in g t he C a mer a On a n d Off

refer to

Selecting the System Priority

(A 62, 65).

(A 28) and

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 [¤ TC/ UB Setup] menu and then the [Time Code] menu item.

Supplied Accessories

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The following accessories are supplied with the camera.

Supplied Accessories

Tri po ds

Battery Charger CG-940

(incl. power cord)

WFT Attachment Bracket

Monitor Unit Handle Unit Body Cap

BP-955 Battery Pack (incl. terminal cover)

DC-940 DC Cable

(incl. cable tie)

Eye Cup Viewfinder Cap CA-940 Compact Power Adapter

SS-1200 Shoulder Strap Adapter Base for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.)

Tape Measure Hooks1 (x 2) Canon XF Utilities Disc

Comes pre-attached to the camera.

Used to secure the optional WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter, when it is attached to the camera.

The Canon XF Utilities Disc includes software for saving and managing MXF clips on a computer. For details on installing the software, refer to Instruction Manual’ (PDF file) after you install the software.

Saving MXF Clips to a Computer

(A 152). For more information on the functions, refer to the ‘Canon XF Utility

Names of Parts

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Names of Parts

1 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 80)/

Assignable button 1 (A 111)

2 PEAKING button (A 80) /

Assignable button 2 (A 111) 3 ND FILTER +/- buttons (A 73) 4 ZEBRA button (A 83)/

Assignable button 3 (A 111) 5 WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 100)/

Assignable button 4 (A 111) 6 Q switch (A 28) 7 Tally lamp (A 53) 8 DISP. (display) button (A 57,129)/BATT. INFO

(battery information) button (A 26) 9 SELECT dial/SET button (A 31)

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10 Control dial (A 72, 74) 11 STATUS button (A 178) 12 Å (white balance adjustment) button (A 76)/

INDEX button (A 128)/Ñ (stop) button (A 128)

13 u (review recording) button (A 104)/Ò

(play/pause) button (A 128)

14 LENS EXCHANGE button (A 36)/Assignable

button 5 (A 111)

15 LUT (lookup table) button (A 146)/Assignable

button 6 (A 111)

16 CUSTOM PICTURE button (A 114)

Terminals

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(A 19)

Names of Parts

17 MIC (microphone) terminal (A 92) 18 GRIP terminal

This terminal is the same as the grip unit connection terminal on the C300 / C300 PL camcorder.

Names of Parts

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2 EF Lens mount 3 PL Lens mount

19 Mount handle (A 35) 20 EF Lens mount index (A 34) 21 EF-S Lens mount index (A 34) 22 EF Lens contacts (A 34)

24 Bayonet ring handles (A 37) 25 PL Lens index pin (A 37) 26 Bayonet ring (A 37)

23 START/STOP button (A 53)

Names of Parts

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37 38

28 29

31 32 33 34

44 45

49484746

27 Viewfinder unit 28 Viewfinder unit LOCK/RELEASE screw (A 194) 29 (rear panel’s backlight) button (A 59) 30 FUNC. (main functions) button (A 67) 31 START/STOP button (A 53) 32 Joystick (A 31)/SET button (A 31) 33 CANCEL button (A 31) 34 MENU button (A 31) 35 CF card slot covers for CF card slots A (top) and

B(bottom)

36 CF card slots A (top) and B (bottom) (A 45) 37 RELEASE (battery release) latch (A 26) 38 Battery compartment 39 Viewfinder (A 38, 40) 40 Dioptric adjustment dial (A 38)

41 Rear panel (A 59) 42 MON./3G-SDI terminal cover (A 43) 43 CF card slot cover switches for CF card slots

A (top) and B (bottom) (A 45)

44 RESET button (A 186) 45 SLOT SELECT (CF card slot selection) button

(A 48, 128)

46 CF card release buttons for CF card slots A (top)

and B (bottom) (A 46)

47 BATT. OPEN (open battery compartment) switch

(A 26)

48 Battery compartment cover (A 26) 49 CF2 (CF card slot A) and CF3 (CF card slot B)

access indicators (A 45)

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Names of Parts

52 53

50 Tape measure hooks

Use the hooks to accurately measure the distance from the focal plane.

51 Focal plane marks 52 Socket for the WFT Attachment Bracket (A 51)

53 Strap mounts (A 41) 54 Accessory shoe with mounting hole for

0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws For attaching accessories such as the optional VL-10Li II Battery Video Light.

55 TB-1 Tripod Base for tripods with 0.95 cm (3/8 in.)

screws (A 40)

56 Tripod socket (A 40)

57 Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod

Adapter (A 40)

58 Tripod base screws (A 40)

Te rm i na l s

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Names of Parts

59 60 61

62 63

65 66

59 EXT (modular unit) terminals 1 and 2 (A 37) 60 REMOTE terminal

For connecting commercially available remote controllers.

61 SYNC OUT (synchronizing signal output) terminal

(A 90,147) 62 HDMI OUT terminal (A 147) 63 GENLOCK terminal (A 88) 64 TIME CODE terminal (A 89, 91)

65 HD/SD SDI terminal (A 147) 66 SD card access indicator (A 46) 67 × (headphone) terminal (A 96) 68 DC IN terminal (A 27) 69 WFT terminal (A 51) 70 MON. (external monitor) terminals 1 and 2 (A 43) 71 3G-SDI terminals 1 and 2 (A 43) 72 SD card slot (A 46)

Names of Parts

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Monitor Unit

Operation panel

(A21)

1LCD panel 2 MIRROR button (A 39) 3 Microphone lock screw (A 92) 4 Microphone holder (A 92) 5 Microphone cable clamp (A 92) 6 XLR terminals CH1 (right) and CH2 (left) (A 92)

Operation panel

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Names of Parts

13 14 15 16 17 18

7 8

9 10 11 12

7 DISP. (display) button (A 57, 129) 8 Ñ (stop) button (A 128)/

Assignable button 14 (A 111)

9 WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 100)/

Assignable button 8 (A 111)

10 Ú (skip backward) button (A 130)/

Assignable button 13 (A 111)

11 EDGE MON. (edge monitor) button (A 100)/

Assignable button 9 (A 111) 12 INDEX button (A 128) 13 Ø (fast reverse playback) button (A 130)/

Assignable button 10 (A 111) 14 Ò (play/pause) button (A 128)/

Assignable button 11 (A 111) 15 × (fast playback) button (A 130)/

Assignable button 12 (A 111)

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16 Ù (skip forward) button (A 130)/

Assignable button 15 (A 111)

17 XLR terminal switches for CH1 (top) and CH2

(bottom) (A 93)

18 Protective cover for XLR audio controls (A 94) 19 ã switches for CH1 (top) and CH2

(bottom) (A 94)

20 ã dials for CH1 (top) and CH2 (bottom)

(A 94) 21 START/STOP button (A 53) 22 MENU button (A 31) 23 Joystick (A 31)/SET button (A 31) 24 CANCEL button (A 31)

Names of Parts

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Handle Unit

1 Mounting hole for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws 2 Front accessory shoe 3 Top accessory shoe 4Lock screw (A 41)

4K Workflow Overview

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The following illustrates the typical 4K workflow for this camera.

4K Workflow Overview

Operating modes:

Recording Post-production



3G-SDI connection



CF card

HD recording

 Shoot in 4K mode (A 62) and record 4K RAW data using an external recorder connected to the

camera’s 3G-SDI terminals (A 43).

 Insert a CF card into the camera to record an MXF clip simultaneously with the 4K RAW data

(A 64).

 Develop the RAW data using the Cinema RAW Development software (A 150) to generate full-

quality data.

• You can also generate proxy data with the software.

 Transfer the MXF file or proxy data generated by the software to your NLE system and edit offline

(A 152).

 Perform color grading based on the full-quality data and the edit decision list (EDL) created from

offline editing.

MXF data



External 4K

recorder

RAW recording

RAW data



Cinema

RAW

Development

Proxy data

Full-quality

data



Supplied

plugin



Color

grading

EDL

NLE

4K Workflow Overview

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Preparations

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Preparing the Power Supply

You can power the camera using a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. If you connect the compact power adapter to the camera while a battery pack is attached, the camera 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

Using a Battery Pack

You can power the camera 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.

* The optional BP-970G / BP-975 Battery Pack was not originally designed for use with this camera. Because of its size, you will

not be able to close the battery compartment cover when using one (A 192).

Charging Times

(A 198) and

Recording and Playback Times

(A 198).

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge battery packs using the supplied CG-940 Battery Charger. Before charging, remove the terminal cover of the battery pack.

1 Connect the power cord to the battery charger.

2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

3 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.

0-34%: Flashes once per second 35-69%: Flashes twice per second 70-99%: Flashes 3 times per second

4 When charging has completed, remove the battery pack from the battery charger.

5 Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the battery charger.

IMPORTANT

• Do not connect to the battery charger any product that is not expressly recommended for use with this camera.

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.

• If there is a malfunction with the battery charger or battery pack, the CHARGE indicator will go out and charging will stop.

• For handling precautions regarding the battery pack, refer to

• 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.

Battery Pack

햴

햲

CHARGE indicator

햳

(A 191).

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Attaching the Battery Pack

1Set the Q switch to OFF.

2 Slide the BATT. OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow and open

the battery compartment cover.

3 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment as shown

in the illustration and press it gently toward the left until it clicks.

4 Close the battery compartment cover.

Removing the Battery Pack

1Set the Q switch to OFF.

2 Slide the BATT. OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow and open

the battery compartment cover.

3 Holding down the RELEASE latch, slide the battery pack toward the

right and then pull it out.

4 Close the battery compartment cover.

Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

When the camera is turned on, you can check the remaining battery charge by looking at any recording/playback screen or the [Battery/Hour Meter] status screen (A 182). When the camera is turned off, use one of the following methods to check the approximate remaining battery charge.

For batteries compatible with Intelligent System, press the CHECK button. An indicator will light for approximately 3 seconds and show the approximate remaining battery charge.

0-25% 26-50% 51-75% 76-100%

Battery charge indicator

CHECK button

Press the BATT. INFO button to display the remaining battery level indicator

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(displays for 5 seconds). Depending on the battery life, the battery information may not be displayed.

Preparing the Power Supply

NOTES

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

• 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 182) or the battery information screen (press the BATT. INFO button while the camera is turned off). Fully charging the battery pack and then discharging it will give you a more accurate reading.

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

Using a Household Power Outlet

You can also power the camera directly from a power outlet using the supplied CA-940 Compact Power Adapter and DC-940 DC Cable.

1 Set the Q switch to OFF.

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

camera.

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.

• You can use the supplied cable tie to secure the

cable and prevent the plug from being accidentally disconnected.

IMPORTANT

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

DC IN terminal

NOTES

• When using the camera with a household power outlet, you can change the battery pack while the power is on.

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Turning the Camera On and Off

The camera has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings and MEDIA ( ) mode for playing back recordings. Select the operating mode using the Q switch.

To turn on the camera

Set the Q switch to CAMERA for mode or MEDIA for

mode.

• If a message appears prompting you to open the MON./3G-SDI terminal cover, open the cover to shoot in 4K or 2K mode.

CAMERA mode MEDIA mode: Allows you to play

back recordings made on a CF card.

To turn off the camera

Set the Q switch to OFF.

Date, Time and Language Settings

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Date, Time and Language Settings

Setting the Date and Time

You will need to set the date and time of the camera before you can start using it. When the camera’s clock is not set, the [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically with the first field selected (month or day, depending on the country/region of purchase).

Operating modes:

1 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the month/day then move (Ð) to the

next field.

• To move to the next field you can also press SET (press the joystick itself or press the SET button).

2 Change the rest of the fields in the same way. 3 Select (Ð) [Set] and then press SET to start the clock and close the screen.

NOTES

• You can change the date format and the clock format (12/24 hours) with the [w Other Functions] > [Set Clock] > [Date Format] setting.

• You can also change the date and time later on (not during the initial setup) with the [w Other Functions] > [Set Clock] > [Date/Time] setting.

• 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 (A 193) and set the time zone, date and time again.

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] or [UTC+01:00 Central Europe], depending on the country/region of purchase. The time zones are based on Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

Operating modes:

1 Press the MENU button.

2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select

[

w Other Functions].

3 Select [Time Zone] in a similar fashion.

4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the time zone.

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

[w Other Functions]

[Time Zone]

[UTC-05:00 New York]

[UTC+01:00 Central Europe]*

* Depending on the country/region

of purchase.

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Displaying the Date and Time while Recording

You can display the date and time on the screen.

Operating modes:

1 Press the MENU button.

2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select

[£ LCD/VF Setup].

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

4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the information to display.

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

5 Press SET 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

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

Operating modes:

[£ LCD/VF Setup]

[Custom Display 2]

[Date/Time]

[Off]

[w Other Functions]

[Language !]

[English]

1 Press the MENU button. 2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select [w Other Functions]. 3 Select [Language !] in a similar fashion.

4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select a language.

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

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