Canon EOS C100 Mark II Instruction Manual
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Instruction Manual
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Important Usage Instructions
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CAUTION:
• Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries.
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EOS C100 Mark II / CG-940 / CA-940N* or CA-941 identification plate is located on the bottom.
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HD Camcorder, C100 Mark II 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
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 ID0042 (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 co-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 FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
equipment and meets the FCC 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.
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this battery or accumulator at a concentration above an applicable threshold specified in the Battery
Directive.
This product should be handed over to a designated collection point, e.g., on an authorized 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
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For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste
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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
shock to persons.
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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
Mark II 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.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
REGIONS OF USE (for model ID0042)
C100 Mark II is in compliance (as of November 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.
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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REGIONS
Canada, Hong Kong S.A.R., South Korea, Taiwan, USA
Model
ID0042: C100 Mark II
REGIONS OF USE (for model ID0043)
C100 Mark II is in compliance (as of November 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
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong S.A.R., Hungary,
Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom
Russia, Singapore Not prohibited
Radio channels prohibited
for outdoor use
Channels 36 to 64
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Hereby, Canon Inc., declares that this RF400 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
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CANON EUROPA N.V.
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CANON INC.
30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan
Model
ID0043: C100 Mark II
Complies with
IDA Standards
DB00671
Trademark Acknowledgements
• SD, SDHC and SDXC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.
• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
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• 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.
• “AVCHD”, “AVCHD Progressive” and the “AVCHD Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony Corporation.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 non-commercial 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.
This product is installed with the WLAN
module which is certified to standards
set by IDA Singapore.
Highlights of the EOS C100 Mark II
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The Canon HD Camcorder EOS C100 Mark II, the newest addition to the acclaimed EOS line, boasts an
advanced CMOS sensor that allows you to record video with remarkable image quality and exceptional low-light
performance. The modular yet compact design will help you shoot in tight situations. With a wide range of
functions and flexible usability, this camcorder has been designed with the discerning professional in mind.
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HD Recording
Large Super 35mm CMOS sensor and DIGIC DV 4
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 4 image
processor, the camcorder offers a center resolution
of 1,000 TV lines.
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), movie
format (AVCHD or MP4), bit rate, resolution and
frame rate of your recordings you can select a video
configuration to suit your needs from a variety of
combinations. For example, you can set a maximum
frame rate of 59.94P (for 59.94 Hz recordings) or
50.00P (for 50.00 Hz recordings).
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 31).
Recording media
The camcorder supports various types of Secure
Digital (SD) cards (A 40). 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 43).
AVCHD/MP4 recording and double slot recording
When you record, you can choose between AVCHD
(28 Mbps maximum bit rate) and MP4 (35 Mbps
maximum bit rate) formats (A 54). You can also
use double slot recording (A 43) to record the
same scene to both memory cards and even record
on both memory cards using different formats.
Double slot recording is convenient, for example, to
create a backup of your recording.
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 63) for automatic aperture adjustment as long
as you press and hold the button, automatic white
balance (A 69) to let the camcorder continuously
adjust the optimal white balance setting, and
continuous AF or One-shot AF (A 71) to let the
camcorder focus automatically one time. Because
this camcorder incorporates Dual Pixel CMOS AF
technology, continuous AF allows you to
continuously focus on the subject at the center of
the screen automatically.
Versatile Artistic Expression
Custom picture settings
With custom picture settings (A 110), 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 an
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 Mark II
camcorders to use the same settings.
Canon Log gamma for cinematic recordings
You can easily apply the [/ CINEMA Locked]
preset settings, especially designed with
professional cinematography in mind (A 53). The
Canon Log gamma makes the most of the image
sensor to achieve amazing dynamic range, allowing
you to realize in post-production the artistic vision
you desire. Alternatively, you can enable Canon Log
gamma using the custom picture settings (A 111).
Special recording modes (A 96)
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When you make recordings, you can change the
recording frame rate to achieve a fast or slow motion
effect. Alternatively, you can use pre-recording to
record 3 seconds before you decide to start
recording, helping you capture those hard-to-catch
opportunities.
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Advanced Professional Features
Customization
The camcorder features several customization
options. You can assign often-used functions to
assignable buttons (A 107) 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 29). Custom functions (A 121) and custom
onscreen displays (A 122) 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 123) so that you can transfer
your setting preferences to other C100 Mark II
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 170). Additionally, the
camcorder can output also the user bit (A 83).
Audio
When recording at the certain bit rates, 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. There is even a built-in monaural
microphone you can use to record comments while
shooting (A 84).
Other Functions
OLED screen and LCD viewfinder
The camcorder is equipped with an OLED screen
with incredible color reproduction, contrast and
response time. The viewfinder can be tilted
68 degrees upward, which gives you additional
range and versatility while you shoot.
Video scopes
Check the brightness of the image using the
waveform monitor (A 92) or the focus using the
edge monitor (A 93).
Wi-Fi network functions (A 145)
You will find the camcorder's Wi-Fi functionality
useful in everyday shooting and playback situations.
After you connect the camcorder to a network, you
can, for example, use the browser on a network
device to control the camcorder remotely (Browser
Remote) or play back recordings on the camcorder
(Playback via Browser), and transfer recordings to
an FTP server (A 158).
Added and improved functionality
Other functions include the ability to convert your
recordings to MP4 in the camcorder itself (A 133),
and the Intelligent System-compatible battery pack
(A 200). Also, you can set the camcorder to
continuous recording (A 98) so that you do not
miss shooting any of the action. Additionally, the
camcorder is compatible with the optional RC-V100
Remote Controller (A 105), which gives you
access to a multitude of functions.
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1. Introduction 13
About this Manual 13
Conventions Used in this Manual 13
Supplied Accessories 15
Names of Parts 16
Grip Unit 20
Handle Unit 21
EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens 22
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM Lens 22
2. Preparations 23
Preparing the Power Supply 23
Using a Battery Pack 23
Using a Power Outlet 25
Turning the Camcorder On and Off 25
Date, Time and Language Settings 26
Setting the Date and Time 26
Changing the Time Zone 26
Changing the Language 27
Using the Menus 28
Selecting an Option from the Menu 28
Using the Customized Submenu (My Menu) 29
Preparing the Camcorder 31
Preparing the Lens 31
Configuring the Modular Units 34
Attaching and Removing the Handle Unit 34
Removing and Attaching the Grip Unit 35
Using the Viewfinder 36
Using the OLED Panel 37
Adjusting the Viewfinder/OLED Screen 37
Adjusting the Color Balance of the OLED
Screen 38
Using a Tripod 38
Attaching a Shoulder Strap 39
Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers 39
Using an SD Card 40
SD Cards Compatible for Use with the
Camcorder 40
Inserting and Removing an SD Card 41
Checking the Status of the SD Card Slots 41
Initializing an SD Card 42
Switching Between the SD Card Slots 42
Relay Recording and Double Slot Recording 43
Checking the Remaining Recording Time on the
SD Card 43
Recovering Data on an SD Card 44
Adjusting the Black Balance 45
3. Recording 47
Recording Video 47
Preparing to Record 47
Recording 47
Remote Operation Using Browser Remote 49
Onscreen Displays 50
The Camcorder’s Cooling System 52
Canon Log Gamma and CINEMA Preset 53
Video Configuration: Movie Format, System
Frequency, Bit Rate and Frame Rate 54
Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4) 54
Selecting the System Frequency 54
Selecting the Bit Rate 54
Selecting the Frame Rate 55
Changing Main Camera Functions with the
Joystick 56
Shutter Speed Mode 57
Changing the Shutter Speed Mode 58
Adjusting the Shutter Value 58
Flicker Reduction 59
ISO Speed/Gain 60
Changing the ISO Speed or Gain Settings 60
Adjusting the ISO/Gain Value 61
Remote Operation Using Browser Remote 61
ND Filter 62
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Adjusting the Aperture 63
Manual Aperture Control 63
Momentary Automatic Aperture - Push Auto
Iris 65
Automatic Aperture 66
Exposure Compensation - AE Shift 66
Light Metering Mode 67
White Balance 68
Custom White Balance 68
Preset White Balance Settings 69
Color Temperature Setting 69
Auto White Balance 69
Remote Operation Using Browser Remote 70
Adjusting the Focus 71
Manual Focus 71
One-Shot AF 74
Continuous AF 74
Detecting and Focusing On Faces (Face AF) 76
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 78
Displaying Onscreen Markers 78
Displaying Zebra Patterns 79
Setting the Time Code 80
Selecting the Running Mode 80
Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 81
Putting the Time Code Display on Hold 81
Setting the User Bit 83
Recording Audio 84
Connecting an External Microphone or External
Audio Input Source to the Camcorder 84
Switching to the Built-in Microphone or External
Microphone (MIC Terminal) 85
Adjusting the Audio Level for the Built-in
Microphone and an External Microphone
(MIC Terminal) 85
Using Audio Input from the XLR Terminals 88
Adjusting the Audio Level for the XLR
Terminals 89
Monitoring the Audio with Headphones 90
Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 91
Recording Color Bars 91
Recording an Audio Reference Signal 91
Video Scopes 92
Displaying a Video Scope 92
Configuring the Waveform Monitor 92
Configuring the Vectorscope 93
Configuring the Edge Monitor 93
Reviewing a Recording 94
Selecting the File Numbering Method 95
Special Recording Modes 96
Pre-recording Mode 96
Slow & Fast Motion Mode 96
Continuous Recording 98
Using Accessories 100
Using the EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM and
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
Lenses 100
Using the Optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver 103
Using the Optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller 105
4. Customization 107
Assignable Buttons 107
Changing the Assigned Function 107
Using an Assignable Button 108
Custom Picture Settings 110
Selecting Custom Picture Files 111
Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings 112
Renaming Custom Picture Files 112
Protecting Custom Picture Files 112
Transferring Custom Picture Files 113
Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a
Recording 114
Available Custom Picture Settings 114
Simplified Graphical Interface 120
Customizing Functions and Onscreen
Displays 121
Customizing Functions 121
Customizing Onscreen Displays 122
Saving and Loading Camera Settings 123
Saving Camera Settings to an SD Card 123
Loading Camera Settings from an SD Card 123
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5. Playback 125
Playback 125
AVCHD and MP4 Index Screens 125
Playing Back Clips 127
Onscreen Displays 128
Playback Controls 129
Adjusting the Volume 129
Clip Operations 131
Using the Clip Menu 131
Copying Clips 131
Deleting Clips and Shots 132
Converting Clips to MP4 133
6. External Connections 135
Video Output Configuration 135
Connecting to an External Monitor 137
Connection Diagram 137
Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 137
Using the AV OUT Terminal 138
SD Output 139
Superimposing Onscreen Displays to Appear on
an External Monitor 139
Audio Output 141
Selecting the Audio Channel 141
Synchronizing the Video with the Audio being
Monitored 141
Selecting the Output Level of the AV OUT
Terminal 142
Saving Clips to a Computer 143
Connection Diagram 143
7. Wi-Fi Functions 145
About the Wi-Fi Functions 145
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network 146
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 146
Searching for Access Points 147
Manual Setup 149
Camera Access Point 149
Configuring the IP Address Settings 150
Saving the Configuration 150
Selecting a Network Connection 151
Changing Network Settings 152
Browser Remote: Controlling the Camcorder from
a Network Device 153
Setting Up Browser Remote 153
Starting Browser Remote 153
FTP File Transfer 158
Preparations 158
Transferring Clips and Photos 159
Playback via Browser 161
8. Photos 163
Taking Photos 163
Taking Photos in CAMERA Mode 163
Capturing Photos in MEDIA Mode 163
Photo Playback 164
Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen 164
Viewing Photos 164
Photo Operations 165
Copying Photos 165
Deleting Photos 166
Copying Custom Picture Files 167
9. Additional Information 169
Menu Options 169
Displaying the Status Screens 176
Troubleshooting 185
List of Messages 189
Handling Precautions 195
Maintenance/Others 198
Optional Accessories 199
Specifications 201
Reference Tables 207
Index 209
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Introduction
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Canon EOS C100 Mark II. 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 (A 185).
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 OLED 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 Mark II camcorder with a Canon EF-S18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6 IS II lens attached.
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About this Manual
Setting the Time Code
The camcorder generates a time code signal and embeds it in your recordings. You can output the time code
signal from the HDMI OUT terminal (A 172). The time code will appear in video output from the HDMI OUT
terminal. For 59.94 Hz recordings, when using a frame rate other than 23.98P, 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]
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 28). For a concise summary of all available
menu options and settings, refer to the appendix
Menu Options (A 169).
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 25).
: Indicates the movie format. For
details, refer to Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/
MP4) (A 54).
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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Supplied Accessories
The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder. If you purchased a lens kit, the lens is also supplied.
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Body Cap
Tri po ds
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1
Handle Unit Grip Unit
CG-940 Battery Charger
(incl. power cord)
SS-1200 Shoulder Strap Adapter Base for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.)
BP-955 Battery Pack
(incl. terminal cover)
Thumb Rest Eye Cup
Tape Measure Hook
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CA-940N2 or CA-941
Compact Power Adapter
(incl. power cord)
Data Import Utility
Software CD-ROM
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EF24-105mm f/4L IS USM Lens
(incl. lens cap, hood and case)
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Comes pre-attached to the camcorder.
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Supplied with camcorders sold in the United States, Canada and Mexico only. The CA-941 is supplied with camcorders sold in
other regions.
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The Data Import Utility Software Guide (PDF file) is included in the CD-ROM. For details about the software, refer to the Software
Guide.
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Supplied with the respective lens kit. Lens kit availability depends on the region. For more details, visit your local Canon Web site.
EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM
Lens4 (incl. lens cap)
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1Strap mount (A 39)
2 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 73)/
Assignable button 8 (A 107)
3 PEAKING button (A 72) /
Assignable button 9 (A 107)
4 ZEBRA button (A 79)/
Assignable button 10 (A 107)
5 AF LOCK (autofocus lock) button (A 75)/
Assignable button 11 (A 107)
6 Tape measure hook
Use the hook to accurately measure the distance
from the focal plane.
7 Q switch (A 25)
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8 Exhaust ventilation outlet (A 52)
9 Wi-Fi antenna (A 145)
10 STATUS button (A 176)
11 Å (white balance adjustment) button (A 68)
12 WB (white balance) button (A 68)
13 CUSTOM PICT. (custom picture) button (A 111)
14 ND FILTER dial (A 62)
15 PUSH AUTO IRIS (momentary automatic aperture)
button (A 65)/Assignable button 12 (A 107)
16 ISO/GAIN button (A 61)/Assignable button 13
(A 107)
17 SHUTTER button (A 58)/Assignable button 14
(A 107)
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1 × (headphone) terminal (A 90)
2 REMOTE terminal (A 105)
For connecting the optional RC-V100 Remote
Controller or commercially available remote
controllers.
3 7 (USB) terminal (A 143)
4 HDMI OUT terminal (A 137)
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5DC IN terminal (A 25)
6 EXT (modular unit) terminal (A 34)
7 MIC (microphone) terminal (A 84)
8 Grip Unit connection terminal (A 35)
9 Grip Unit attachment thread (A 35)
10 DC cable clamp (A 25)
11 Air intake vent (A 52)
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1 Focal plane mark
2 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.
3 TB-1 Tripod Base for tripods with 0.95 cm (3/8 in.)
screws (A 38)
4 Tripod socket (A 38)
5 Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod
Adapter (A 38)
6 Tripod base screws (A 38)
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1 Monaural microphone (A 84)
2 START/STOP button (A 47)
3 AV OUT terminal (A 138)
4 EF Lens mount index (A 31)
5 EF-S Lens mount index (A 31)
6 EF Lens lock pin (A 31)
7 Lens release button (A 32)
8 EF Lens mount (A 31)
9 EF Lens contacts (A 31)
10 ONE-SHOT AF (focus automatically once) button
(A 74)/Assignable button 15 (A 107)
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1OLED screen (A 37)
2 VIEWFINDER button (A 36)
3Viewfinder (A 36, 37)
4 Dioptric adjustment lever (A 36)
5 Speaker (A 129)
6 Ú (skip backward) button (A 129, 164)/
Assignable button 4 (A 107)
7 Ø (fast reverse playback) button (A 129)/
Assignable button 1 (A 107)
8 Ò (play/pause) button (A 127, 164)/
Assignable button 2 (A 107)
9 × (fast playback) button (A 129)/
Assignable button 3 (A 107)
10 Ñ (stop) button (A 127, 164)/
Assignable button 5 (A 107)
11 Ù (skip forward) button (A 129, 164)/
Assignable button 6 (A 107)
12 SLOT SELECT (SD card slot selection) button
(A 42, 126)
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13 u (review recording) button (A 94)/
14 WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 92)/
15 Joystick (A 28)
16 MENU button (A 28)
17 CANCEL button (A 28)
18 DISP. (display) button (A 50, 128) /Assignable
19 SD card compartment cover
20 Battery compartment
21 BATTERY RELEASE button (A 24)
22 SD card 2 access indicator (A 41)
23 SD card slot 2 (A 41)
24 SD card slot 3 (A 41)
25 SD card 3 access indicator (A 41)
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INDEX button (A 126)
Assignable button 16 (A 107)
button 17 (A 107)
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Grip Unit
The grip unit comes originally attached to the camcorder. If the grip unit is removed, use the joystick on the
OLED panel to navigate the menus. You can also set the joystick's functions (up/down/left/right/SET) to
assignable buttons (A 107) to be able to change settings that require the joystick*.
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When the grip unit is not attached, the control dial (A 63, 66) and MAGN. button/Assignable button 7 (A 107)
cannot be used to operate the camcorder either.
* Except during photo playback. Functions that require the joystick include all settings in the menus (A 28, 169), white balance,
ISO speed/gain and shutter speed (A 56), custom picture settings (A 110), etc.
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1 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 73)/
Assignable button 7 (A 107)
2Strap mount (A 39)
3 Control dial (A 63)
4 START/STOP button (A 47)
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5 Grip belt (A 35)
6 Joystick (A 28)
7 Connection plug (A 35)
8 Lock screw (A 35)
Handle Unit
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1 Microphone holder (A 84)
2 Microphone lock screw (A 84)
3Front tally lamp (A 47)
4 Cold accessory shoe
5 Rear tally lamp (A 47)
6START/STOP lock (C) lever (A 49)
7 START/STOP button (A 47)
8 Mounting hole for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws
9 Lock screw (A 34)
10 Protective cover for audio controls
11 Built-in microphone (A 85)
12 (audio level) dials for CH1 (left) and CH2
(right) (A 85, 89)
13 Audio level switches for CH1 (left) and CH2 (right)
(A 85, 89)
14 XLR terminal switches for CH1 (left) and CH2
(right) (A 88)
15 AUDIO IN (audio input selection) switches for CH1
(left) and CH2 (right) (A 85, 88)
16 Microphone cable clamp (A 84)
17 XLR terminals CH1 (right) and CH2 (left) (A 84)
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1 Filter mounting thread
2 Hood mount
3 Focus mode switch
4Distance scale
5 Infrared index
(A 100)
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6 Zoom position index
7 Contacts
8 Focusing ring
9 STABILIZER (image stabilizer) switch
10 Zoom ring
11 Lens mount index
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1 Filter mounting thread
2 Hood mount
3 STABILIZER (image stabilizer) switch
4 Focus mode switch
5 Zoom position index
(A 100)
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6 Zoom ring lock lever
7 Contacts
8 Focusing ring
9 Zoom ring
10 Lens mount index
Preparations
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Preparing the Power Supply
The first time you use the camcorder, charge the battery pack. 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.
For approximate charging times and recording/playback times with a fully charged battery pack, refer to
Charging Times and Recording and Playback Times (A 207).
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 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.
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CHARGE indicator
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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 camcorder.
• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 ºC and 30 ºC. Outside the
temperature range of 0 ºC to 40 ºC, charging will not start.
NOTES
• 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 Battery Pack (A 196).
• 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.
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• 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 179). Fully charging the battery pack and then
discharging it will give you a more accurate reading.
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Attaching the Battery Pack
1 Set 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
1 Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Press the BATTERY RELEASE button. While holding it down, slide
the battery pack toward the right and then pull it out.
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 (A 179).
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
• 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.
CHECK button
0 100%
Battery charge indicator
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• 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 Power Outlet
You can also power the camcorder directly from
a power outlet using the supplied compact
power adapter.
When using the camcorder with a power outlet,
you can change the battery pack while the
power is on.
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Connect the compact power adapter’s DC
plug to the DC IN terminal on the camcorder
and pass the cable through the DC cable
clamp.
3 Connect the power cord to the compact
power adapter and plug it into a power outlet.
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IMPORTANT
• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or
disconnecting the compact power adapter.
DC IN
terminal
DC cable clamp
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
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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.
NOTES
• You can display the date and time while recording with the [£ OLED/VF Setup] > [Custom Display 2] >
[Date/Time] setting.
• 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 197) 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 (A 103).
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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Changing the Language
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. Please note that some settings and
screens will be displayed in English, regardless of the language setting.
Operating modes:
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.
[w Other Functions]
[Language !]
[English]
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Using the Menus
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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
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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 169).
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.
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.
Operating modes:
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.
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• Unavailable items may appear grayed out.
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• 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, the MENU button or the CANCEL button.
• When an optional RC-V100 Remote Controller is connected to the camcorder, you can use the remote
controller's Up/Down/Left/Right/SET buttons in the same way as the camcorder's joystick. Pressing the SET
button is equivalent to pressing the joystick on the camcorder.
• You can check some of the current menu settings on the status screens (A 176).
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 107), you can press the button to access your
registered menu settings even faster and more easily.
Operating modes:
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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]
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Resetting the My Menu Submenu
1 Reset all the menu settings registered to the My Menu submenu.
[My Menu] > [Edit] > [Reset All]
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2 Select [OK] and then press the joystick twice.
[ My Menu]
[Edit]
[Reset All]
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