Canon EOS C100 User Manual
HD Camcorder
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Instruction Manual
PUB. DIE-0429-001C
Important Usage Instructions
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WARNING
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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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SPLASHING.
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HD Camcorder, EOS C100 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 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
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.
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.
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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.
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the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure, that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
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operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
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this battery or accumulator at a concentration above an applicable threshold specified in the Battery
Directive.
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and/or national legislation implementing those Directives.
If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol shown above, in accordance with the
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Important Safety Instructions
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In these safety instructions the word “apparatus”
refers to the Canon HD Camcorder EOS C100 and
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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.
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.
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Highlights of the EOS C100
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The Canon HD Camcorder EOS C100 is a versatile camcorder that combines the power of our latest CMOS
sensor and interchangeable lenses with the convenience of a compact size. The following are just some of the
many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality.
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HD Recording
Large Super 35mm CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV
III image processor
The camcorder is equipped with a large Super
35mm CMOS sensor that captures video at an
effective pixel count of 8.29 megapixels
(3840x2160). Combined with the DIGIC DV III image
processor, the camcorder offers a center resolution
of 1,000 TV lines*. Furthermore, thanks to its fast
scanning speed, the camcorder produces
spectacular video with true-to-life color reproduction
while reducing noise and “rolling shutter” artifacts.
* Varies depending on the lens used.
Interchangeable lenses
Enjoy the freedom and creative versatility of using
interchangeable lenses to achieve exactly the look
you want. The camcorder features an EF lens mount
allowing you to use a huge variety of high-quality
Canon EF lenses, including the new high-end Canon
Cinema lenses, as well as other lenses.
Superb HD video
The camcorder offers you a whole array of options
when it comes to the video configuration of your
recordings. By controlling the system frequency
(50.00 Hz recordings or 59.94 Hz recordings), bit
rate, resolution and frame rate of your recordings
you can select a video configuration to suit your
needs from a total of 24 different combinations.
Operability and Adaptability
Freely customizable compact design
At its most compact configuration, the camcorder
offers convenient and hassle-free hand-held
operation. Modular components let you expand
your options. The handle unit, for example, adds
advanced audio capabilities allowing for simple oneperson operation (A 29).
Recording media
The camcorder supports all the latest types of
Secure Digital (SD) cards. You can even make
lengthy recordings without worry because the
camcorder features two SD card slots. When one
SD card becomes full, the recording will
automatically continue on the other one when you
use relay recording (A 41).
In addition, using double slot recording (A 41) lets
you record the same clip simultaneously to both SD
cards.
Enhanced automatic functions
The camera features a variety of automatic functions
to support a simple one-person operation. These
include automatic aperture and push auto iris
(A 60) for automatic aperture adjustment as long
as you press and hold the button, automatic white
balance (A 64) to let the camcorder continuously
adjust the optimal white balance setting, and
continuous AF or One-shot AF (A 65) to let the
camcorder focus automatically one time.
Versatile Artistic Expression
Custom picture settings
With custom picture settings (A 90), you can enjoy
unparalleled image control to deliver the look you
want by adjusting parameters, such as gamma and
color matrix. The camcorder also features a new,
easy interface that lets you adjust the gamma curve
and white balance using an intuitive graph. The
custom picture settings can be saved onto an SD
card, which allows multiple C100 camcorders to use
the same settings.
Canon Log gamma (A 49) for cinematic
recordings
You can easily apply the [/ CINEMA Locked]
preset settings, especially designed with
professional cinematography in mind. The Canon
Log gamma makes the most of the newlydeveloped image sensor to achieve amazing
dynamic range, allowing you to realize in postproduction the artistic vision you desire.
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Customization
The camcorder features several customization
options. You can assign often-used functions to
assignable buttons (A 87) 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
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easy-to-access personal menu (My Menu, A 28).
Custom functions (A 99) and custom onscreen
displays (A 99) give you even more freedom to
control many aspects of the camcorder’s operation.
Save custom picture and menu settings to an SD
card (A 100) so that you can transfer your setting
preferences to other C100 camcorders in order to
use them in the same way.
Time code/User bit output
The internal camcorder-generated time code can be
output from the HDMI OUT terminal for easy logging
and referencing (A 136). Additionally, the
camcorder can output also the user bit (A 73).
Other Functions
Audio
When recording at the highest bit rate, you have the
option to record sound as 2-channel linear PCM
audio (16-bit/48 kHz). You can use the built-in
microphone, ∅ 3.5 mm MIC terminal or the two XLR
audio input terminals (with phantom power supply)
when recording.
LCD screen and viewfinder
The LCD screen and viewfinder both have 100%
frame coverage, which will ensure that you can
accurately check that your shots are framed how you
want them.
Video scopes
Check the brightness of the image using the
waveform monitor (A 81) or the focus using the
edge monitor (A 82).
Added and improved functionality
Other functions include the ability to down-convert
your recordings to standard definition (MPEG-2) in
the camcorder itself (A 109), and the Intelligent
System-compatible battery pack (A 156).
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
Grip Unit 19
Handle Unit 20
2. Preparations 21
Preparing the Power Supply 21
Using a Battery Pack 21
Using a Household Power Outlet 24
Turning the Camcorder On and Off 24
Date, Time and Language Settings 25
Setting the Date and Time 25
Changing the Time Zone 25
Displaying the Date and Time while Recording 26
Changing the Language 26
Using the Menus 27
Selecting an Option from the Menu 27
Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu) 28
Preparing the Camcorder 29
Preparing the Lens 29
Attaching and Removing the Handle Unit 32
Using the Viewfinder 33
Using the LCD Panel 33
Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen 33
Using a Tripod 34
Removing and Attaching the Grip Unit 34
Attaching a Shoulder Strap 36
Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers 36
The Camcorder’s Cooling System 37
Using an SD Card 38
SD Cards Compatible for Use with the
Camcorder 38
Inserting and Removing an SD Card 39
Checking the Status of the SD Card Slots 39
Initializing an SD Card 40
Switching Between the SD Card Slots 41
Selecting the SD Card Recording Method 41
Checking the Remaining Recording Time on the
SD Card 42
Recovering Data on an SD Card 42
Adjusting the Black Balance 43
3. Recording 45
Recording Video 45
Preparing to Record 45
Recording 45
Onscreen Displays 48
Canon Log Gamma and CINEMA Preset 49
Video Configuration: System Frequency, Bit Rate
and Frame Rate 51
Changing Main Camera Functions with the
Joystick 53
Shutter Speed 54
Changing the Shutter Mode 55
Adjusting the Shutter Value 55
Flicker Reduction 56
ISO Speed/Gain 57
Changing the ISO Speed or Gain Settings 57
Adjusting the ISO/Gain Value 58
ND Filter 59
Adjusting the Aperture 60
Automatic Aperture 60
Manual Aperture Control 60
Momentary Automatic Aperture - Push Auto
Iris 61
Exposure Compensation - AE Shift 61
Light Metering Mode 62
White Balance 63
Custom White Balance 63
Preset White Balance Settings 64
Color Temperature Setting 64
Auto White Balance 64
Adjusting the Focus 65
Manual Focus 65
One-Shot AF 65
Continuous AF 66
Using the Focus Assistance Functions 67
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 68
Displaying Onscreen Markers 68
Displaying Zebra Patterns 69
Setting the Time Code 70
Selecting the Running Mode 70
Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 71
Putting the Time Code Display on Hold 71
Setting the User Bit 73
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Recording Audio 74
Connecting an External Microphone or External
Audio Input Source to the Camcorder 74
Using the Built-in Microphone or an External
Microphone Connected to the MIC
Terminal 74
Adjusting the Audio Level for the MIC Terminal 75
Using Audio Input from the XLR Terminals 77
Adjusting the Audio Level for the XLR
Terminals 78
Monitoring the Audio with Headphones 79
Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 80
Recording Color Bars 80
Recording an Audio Reference Signal 80
Video Scopes 81
Displaying a Video Scope 81
Configuring the Waveform Monitor 81
Configuring the Edge Monitor 82
Reviewing a Recording 83
Pre-recording Mode 84
Continuous Recording 85
4. Customization 87
Assignable Buttons 87
Changing the Assigned Function 87
Using an Assignable Button 88
Custom Picture Settings 90
Selecting Custom Picture Files 90
Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings 91
Resetting the current file’s settings to default
values 91
Renaming Custom Picture Files 91
Protecting Custom Picture Files 91
Transferring Custom Picture Files 92
Available Custom Picture Settings 93
Simplified Graphical Interface 98
Customizing Functions and Onscreen
Displays 99
Customizing Functions 99
Customizing Onscreen Displays 99
Saving and Loading Camera Settings 100
Saving Camera Settings to an SD Card 100
Loading Camera Settings from an SD Card 100
5. Playback 101
Playback 101
Clip Index Screen 101
Playing Back Clips 103
Onscreen Displays 104
Playback Controls 105
Adjusting the Volume 105
Clip Operations 107
Using the Clip Menu 107
Copying Clips 107
Deleting Clips and Shots 108
Converting Clips to Standard Definition 109
Deleting SD Movies 111
6. External Connections 113
Video Output Configuration 113
Connecting to an External Monitor 114
Connection Diagram 114
Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 114
Using the AV OUT Terminal 115
SD Output 115
Superimposing Onscreen Displays to Appear on
an External Monitor 116
Audio Output 117
Synchronizing the Video with the Audio being
Monitored 117
Selecting the Audio Channel 117
Selecting the Output Level of the AV OUT
Terminal 118
Saving Clips to a Computer 119
Connection Diagram 119
7. Photos 121
Taking Photos 121
Taking Photos in CAMERA Mode 121
Capturing Photos in MEDIA Mode 121
Photo Playback 123
Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen 123
Viewing Photos 123
Photo Operations 124
Using the Photo Menu 124
Copying Photos 124
Deleting Photos 125
Copying Custom Picture Files 127
8. Additional Information 129
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Menu Options 129
Displaying the Status Screens 137
Resetting the File Numbering 143
Troubleshooting 144
List of Messages 147
Handling Precautions 151
Maintenance/Others 154
Optional Accessories 155
Specifications 158
Index 161
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Introduction
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon EOS C100. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder
and retain it for future reference. Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Tro ub le sho ot in g
(A 144).
Conventions Used in this Manual
• IMPORTANT: Precautions related to the camcorder’s operation.
• NOTES: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
• A: Reference page number.
• The following terms are used in this manual.
“Screen” refers to the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
“SD card” refers to an SD, SDHC or SDXC card.
• 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 C100 camcorder with a Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8 L II USM
lens attached.
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About this Manual
Setting the Time Code
The camcorder generates a times code signal and embeds it in your recordings. You can output the time code
along with video output from the HDMI OUT terminal (A 134). For 59.94 Hz recordings, you can also select
between a drop frame and non-drop frame time code.
Selecting the Running Mode
You can select the running mode of the camcorder s time code.
1 Open the time code [Mode] submenu.
[¤ TC/UB Setup] >> [Time Code] > [Mode]
2 Select the desired option and then press the joystick.
€ 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 desired option and then press the joystick.
Options
Setting the Time Code s Initial Value
If you set the time code mode to [Preset], you can set the initial value of
the time code.
1 Open the time code [Setting] submenu.
[¤ TC/UB Setup] > [Time Code] > [Setting]
2 Select [Set] and then press the joystick.
€ The time code setting screen appears with an orange selection frame
indicating the hours.
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 . The 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 SD card will have
continuous time codes.
[Free Run]:The time code starts running the moment you press
the joystick to select this option and keeps running
regardless of the camcorder s operation.
[Regen.]: The camcorder will read the selected SD card and the time code
will continue from the last recorded time code on the SD card.
The time code runs only while recording so clips recorded
consecutively on the same SD card will have continuous time
codes.
[¤ TC/UB Setup]
[Time Code]
[Mode]
[Preset]
[¤ TC/UB Setup]
[Time Code]
[Run]
[Rec Run]
[¤ TC/UB Setup]
[Time Code]
[Setting]
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The > arrow is used to abbreviate menu
selections. For a detailed explanation on how to
use the menus, refer to Using the Menus
(A 27). For a concise summary of all available
menu options and settings, refer to the appendix
Menu Options (A 129).
Operating modes
indicates that a function is available in the
operating mode indicated and indicates
that the function is not available. For a detailed
explanation, refer to Turning the Camcorder On
and Off (A 24).
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 camcorder.
Supplied Accessories
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Handle Unit Grip Unit
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Body Cap
Adapter Base for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.)
1
Comes pre-attached to the camcorder.
2
Use Data Import Utility to transfer your clips to a computer. Refer to Saving Clips to a Computer (A 119). The CD-ROM
includes the instruction manual of the software (on PDF file).
Tri po ds
Tape Measure Hook
1
Thumb Rest SS-1200 Shoulder Strap DC-930 DC Cable
1
BP-955 Battery Pack
(incl. terminal cover)
PIXELA Software CD-ROM
CA-930 Compact Power Adapter
(incl. power cord)
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Names of Parts
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Names of Parts
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4
5
6
7
8
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1 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 67)/
Assignable button 8 (A 87)
2 PEAKING button (A 67) /
Assignable button 9 (A 87)
3 ZEBRA button (A 69)/
Assignable button 10 (A 87)
4 WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 81)/
Assignable button 11 (A 87)
5 Tape measure hook
Use the hook to accurately measure the distance
from the focal plane.
6 Q switch (A 24)
7 Strap mount (A 36)
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8 Exhaust ventilation outlet (A 37)
9STATUS button (A 137)
10 Å (white balance adjustment) button (A 63)
11 WB (white balance) button (A 63)
12 CUSTOM PICTURE button (A 90)
13 ND FILTER dial (A 59)
14 PUSH AUTO IRIS (momentary automatic aperture)
button (A 61)/Assignable button 12 (A 87)
15 ISO/GAIN button (A 58)/Assignable button 13
(A 87)
16 SHUTTER button (A 55)/Assignable button 14
(A 87)
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22
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17 EXT (modular unit) terminal (A 32)
18 MIC (microphone) terminal (A 74)
19 × (headphone) terminal (A 79)
20 REMOTE terminal
For connecting commercially available remote
controllers.
21 USB terminal (A 119)
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22 HDMI OUT terminal (A 114)
23 DC IN terminal (A 24)
24 Grip Unit connection terminal (A 34)
25 Grip Unit attachment thread (A 34)
26 BATTERY RELEASE latch (A 22)
27 Air intake vent (A 37)
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Names of Parts
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29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
28 START/STOP button (A 45)
29 EF Lens mount index (A 29)
30 EF-S Lens mount index (A 29)
31 EF Lens lock pin (A 29)
32 Lens release button (A 30)
33 EF Lens mount (A 29)
34 EF Lens contacts (A 29)
35 ONE-SHOT AF (focus automatically once) button
(A 65)/Assignable button 15 (A 87)
36 AV OUT terminal (A 115)
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LCD panel fully open LCD panel raised 90° up and turned left
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38
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43 44 4542
37 Dioptric adjustment lever (A 33)
38 Viewfinder (A 33, 33)
39 CANCEL button (A 27)
40 MENU button (A 27)
41 u (review recording) button (A 83)/
INDEX button (A 102)
42 LCD screen (A 33)
43 Battery compartment
44 SLOT SELECT (SD card slot selection) button
(A 41, 102)
45 DISP. (display) button (A 48, 104)/BATT. INFO
(battery information) button (A 23)
46 Ø (fast reverse playback) button (A 105)/
Assignable button 1 (A 87)
47 Ú (skip backward) button (A 105, 123)/
Assignable button 4 (A 87)
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40
46
47
41
48
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50
51
52
48 Speaker (A 105)
49 RESET button (A 146)
50 SD card 2 access indicator (A 39)
51 SD card compartment cover
52 SD card slot 2 (A 39)
53 Ò (play/pause) button (A 103, 123)/
Assignable button 2 (A 87)
54 × (fast playback) button (A 105)/
Assignable button 3 (A 87)
55 Ù (skip forward) button (A 105, 123)/
Assignable button 6 (A 87)
56 Ñ (stop) button (A 103, 123)/
Assignable button 5 (A 87)
57 SD card 3 access indicator (A 39)
58 SD card slot 3 (A 39)
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59 Focal plane mark
60 Accessory shoe with mounting hole for
0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws
Cold shoe for attaching the supplied handle unit or
other accessories, such as the optional
VL-10Li II Battery Video Light.
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61
62
61 TB-1 Tripod Base for tripods with 0.95 cm (3/8 in.)
screws (A 34)
62 Tripod socket (A 34)
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64
63 Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod
Adapter (A 34)
64 Tripod base screws (A 34)
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Grip Unit
The grip unit comes originally attached to the camcorder. If the grip unit is removed, you will not be able to use
the joystick, but you can set the joystick's functions (up/down/left/right/SET) to assignable buttons (A 87) to be
able to change settings that require the joystick*.
When the grip unit is not attached, the control dial (A 60, 61) and MAGN. button/Assignable button 7 (A 87)
cannot be used to operate the camcorder either.
* Except during photo playback. Functions that require the joystick include all settings in the menus (A 27, 129), white balance,
ISO speed/gain and shutter speed (A 53), custom picture settings (A 90), etc.
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2
3
4
5
1 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 67)/
Assignable button 7 (A 87)
2 Strap mount (A 36)
3Control dial (A 60)
4START/STOP button (A 45)
5 Grip belt (A 35)
6Joystick (A 27)
7 Connection plug (A 34)
8Lock screw (A 34)
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Names of Parts
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Handle Unit
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1 2 345
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6
7
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16
9
17
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12
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1 Microphone holder (A 74)
2 Microphone lock screw (A 74)
3 Front tally lamp (A 45)
4 Cold accessory shoe
5 Rear tally lamp (A 45)
6START/STOP lock (C) lever (A 47)
7START/STOP button (A 45)
8 Mounting hole for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws
9Lock screw (A 32)
10 Protective cover for audio controls
11 Built-in microphone (A 74)
12 (audio level) dials for CH1 (left) and CH2
(right) (A 75, 78)
13 Audio level switches for CH1 (left) and CH2 (right)
(A 75, 78)
14 XLR terminal switches for CH1 (left) and CH2
(right) (A 77)
15 AUDIO IN (audio input selection) switches for CH1
(left) and CH2 (right) (A 74, 77)
16 Microphone cable clamp (A 74)
17 XLR terminals CH1 (right) and CH2 (left) (A 74)
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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 (A 156) and Recording and Playback Times (A 156).
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 battery packs using the supplied DC-930 Compact Power Adapter.
Before charging, disconnect the DC cable from the compact power adapter
and remove the terminal cover of the battery pack.
1 If the DC cable is connected to the compact power adapter, disconnect it.
• Charging will not start while the DC cable is connected to the compact
power adapter.
2 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.
3 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
4 Attach the battery pack to the compact power adapter.
• Press lightly and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
• The CHARGE indicator starts flashing and also indicates the battery pack’s approximate charge. The
indicator will stay on when charging has completed.
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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.
• 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 (A 151).
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• 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.
• To charge the battery pack, disconnect the DC cable from the compact power adapter.
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Attaching the Battery Pack
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 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.
Removing the Battery Pack
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Push the BATTERY RELEASE latch in the direction of the arrow.
While holding it down, slide the battery pack toward the right and
then pull it out.
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Checking the Remaining Battery Charge
When the camcorder 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 140). When the camcorder is turned off, use one
of the following methods to check the approximate remaining battery charge of a battery compatible with
Intelligent System.
Press the CHECK button on the battery pack. An indicator will light for
approximately 3 seconds and show the approximate remaining battery
charge.
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0-25%
26-50%
51-75%
76-100%
Press the BATT. INFO button to display the approximate remaining
battery charge for about 5 seconds. Depending on the battery life, the
battery information may not be displayed.
NOTES
• The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it 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 in
the various recording/playback screens.
• 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 140) or the battery information screen (press the
BATT. INFO button while the camcorder 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.
0 100%
Battery charge indicator
CHECK button
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Using a Household Power Outlet
You can also power the camcorder directly
from a power outlet using the supplied CA-930
Compact Power Adapter and DC-930 DC
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Cable.
1 Set the Q switch 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.
NOTES
• When using the camcorder with a household
power outlet, you can change the battery pack while the power is on.
DC IN
terminal
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 Q switch.
To turn on the camcorder
Set the Q switch to CAMERA for mode or MEDIA for
mode.
CAMERA mode MEDIA mode
To turn off the camcorder
Set the Q switch to OFF.
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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 camcorder before you can start using it. When the camcorder’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 to change the month/day then push it right to move 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 [Set] and then press the joystick to start the clock and close the screen.
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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 153) 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 to select [
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.
w Other Functions].
[w Other Functions]
[Time Zone]
[UTC-05:00 New York]
or
[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:
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1 Press the MENU button.
2 Push the joystick up/down to select [£ LCD/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.
• 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 left of the screen.
Changing the Language
The default language of the camcorder 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 to select [w Other 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.
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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 (A 129).
Operating modes:
CANCEL button
Press to return to the previous menu or to stop some
operations that are in progress.
MENU button
Press to open the menu and then press again to close
the menu after adjusting desired settings.
Joystick
Push the joystick to move the orange selection frame in
the menu. Then, press the joystick itself to select the
menu item indicated by the orange selection frame.
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Selecting an Option from the Menu
The following is a step-by-step explanation of how to select an option from the menu. 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 the joystick.
• 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.
Ð mark next to a menu item indicates another submenu. Repeat steps 3 and 4.
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5 Push the joystick right or press the joystick.
• The orange selection frame will appear on a setting option.
• Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous submenu.
6 Push the joystick up/down to select the desired setting option and then press the joystick.
• 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.
• You can check some of the current menu settings on the status screens (A 137).
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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] (A 87), you can press the button to access your
registered menu settings even faster and more easily.
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Adding Menu Settings
1 Open the My Menu [Register] screen.
[ My Menu] > [Edit] > [Register]
• The menu will change to blue to indicate you are selecting menu
settings to add to the My Menu submenu.
• Select [Cancel] to cancel the operation.
2 Navigate the menus to find the menu setting you want to add and then
press the joystick.
3 Select [OK] and then press the joystick twice.
• The menu setting you registered will now appear under the [My Menu] submenu.
Rearranging Menu Settings
1 Open the My Menu [Move] screen.
[ My Menu] > [Edit] > [Move]
2 Push the joystick up/down to select the setting you want to move and
then press the joystick.
• An orange icon will appear next to the setting you selected to
move.
3 Push the joystick up/down to move the setting to the desired position and then press the joystick.
Removing Menu Settings
1 Open the My Menu [Delete] screen.
[ My Menu] > [Edit] > [Delete]
2 Push the joystick up/down to select the setting you want to remove and
then press the joystick.
3 Select [OK] and then press the joystick twice.
[ My Menu]
[Edit]
[Register]
[ My Menu]
[Edit]
[Move]
[ My Menu]
[Edit]
[Delete]
Resetting the My Menu Submenu
1 Reset all the menu settings registered to the My Menu submenu.
[ My Menu] > [Edit] > [Reset All]
2 Select [OK] and then press the joystick twice.
[ My Menu]
[Edit]
[Reset All]
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Preparing the Camcorder
This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching a lens and attaching the
modular units (handle unit, grip unit, etc.) to the camcorder. The modular units extend the camcorder's
functionality so you can choose the configuration that best fits your needs and shooting conditions.
Configuration with handle:
Attach the handle unit to
use the built-in microphone,
XLR terminals, microphone
holder, etc. (A 74).
Minimal configuration with thumb rest. You will not be able to use the joystick,
but you can set the joystick's functions (up/down/left/right/SET) to assignable
buttons (A 87) to be able to change settings that require the joystick*. Also, the
control dial (A 60, 61) and MAGN. button/Assignable button 7 (A 87) cannot
be used to operate the camcorder.
Light configuration with grip
for hand-held shooting.
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* Except during photo playback. Functions that require the joystick include all settings in the
menus (A 27, 129), white balance, ISO speed/gain and shutter speed (A 53), custom
picture settings (A 90), etc.
Preparing the Lens
As much as possible, attach and remove the lens quickly and in a clean environment free of dust. Refer also to
the instruction manual of the lens used.
IMPORTANT
• When attaching/removing a lens, avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources. Also, be careful not to drop the
camcorder or lens.
NOTES
• Be careful not to touch the lens mount or any components inside the lens mount area.
• Replace the body cap to the lens mount immediately after removing the lens from the camcorder.
• Keep the body cap clean and free from dust or dirt particles.
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Attaching an EF Lens
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Remove the body cap from the camcorder and any dust
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caps from the lens.
3 Attach the lens to the camcorder and turn the lens in the
direction of the arrow until it clicks in place.
• EF lenses: Align the red mark on the lens with the red
EF Lens mount index mark on the camcorder.
• EF-S lenses: Align the white mark on the lens with the
white EF-S Lens mount index mark on the camcorder.
NOTES
• Turning on the image stabilization function of an EF lens may reduce the effective usage time of the battery
pack. When image stabilization is not necessary, for example if the camcorder is fixed to a tripod, it is
recommended to turn it off.
• On some EF lenses equipped with autofocus (AF) function, the focus ring will be disabled when the focus
mode switch is set to AF. In such case, set the focus mode switch to MF.
• Depending on the lens used, you may experience one or more of the following limitations.
- The lens model name may be shortened when displayed on the screen.
- You may not be able to use the focus preset function (super telephoto lenses).
- You may not be able to use the power zoom function of the lens.
Removing an EF Lens
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Hold down the lens release button and turn the lens all the
way in the direction of the arrow until it stops.
3 Remove the lens and replace the body cap to the
camcorder and the dust cap to the lens.
Peripheral Illumination Correction
Depending on the characteristics of the lens used, the image
around the corners of the picture may seem darker due to light
fall-off or peripheral illumination drop. If the camcorder has
correction data available for the EF lens used, it can apply this
correction data to compensate as necessary.
Operating modes:
1 Attach the lens you want to use.
2 Open the peripheral illumination correction screen.
[~ Camera Setup] > [Periph. Illum. Corr.]
• If correction data is available, the lens model name will appear on the
screen.
• If correction data is not available, [Periph. Illum. Corr.] will appear
grayed out. Visit your local Canon Web site and check if there is
correction data available for the lens you are using. If so, download the necessary update package and
upgrade the camcorder’s firmware following the instructions supplied therein.
[~ Camera Setup]
[Periph. Illum. Corr.]
[Off]
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