Canon Extended User manual

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Instruction Manual

Manuel d'instruction

Videocámara HD

Manual de Instrucciones

HD Camcorder

English

Caméscope HD

Français

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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.

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

WARNING!

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

COPYRIGHT WARNING:

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

HD Camcorder, XF105 A / XF100 A Systems.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

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

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.

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

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

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class
B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the
equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made,
you could be required to stop operation of the
equipment.
Canon U.S.A., Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042,
U.S.A.
Tel No. [phone]

CAUTION:

• Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries.

• Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under direct sunlight, fire, etc.

CA-930 identification plate is located on the bottom.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

Important Safety Instructions

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

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

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In these safety instructions the word “product” refers
to the Canon HD Camcorder XF105 A / XF100 A and
all its accessories.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

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

8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are

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

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

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

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

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

12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-suppl
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
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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Trademark Acknowledgements

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

• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

• The Logo is a trademark of CompactFlash Association.

• Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.

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

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

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

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

• This device incorporates exFAT technology licensed from Microsoft.

• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT
COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED
MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2
PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET,
SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.

Highlights of the XF105/XF100

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The Canon XF105/XF100 HD Camcorder has been designed with quality and functionality at the forefront while
maintaining 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

CMOS system and DIGIC DV III image processor

The camcorder is equipped with a 1/3-in. CMOS
sensor that captures video at an effective pixel count
of approximately 2.07 megapixels (1920x1080).
Images are then processed by the state-of-the-art
DIGIC DV III image processor.

Superb HD video

The camcorder uses the MPEG-2 Long GOP codec.
When you record using the 50 Mbps bit rate (with
4:2:2 color sampling), the quality of your recordings
will rival that of broadcast video. Your recordings are
saved as Material eXchange Format (MXF) files,
which are compatible with major non-linear editing
(NLE) software.

You can configure the video recording signal to suit
your needs. By combining the bit rate/resolution
setting with the frame rate setting, you can produce
video from 1440x1080/24P at 25 Mbps to
1280x720/60P at 35 Mbps to 1920x1080/60i at 50
Mbps. You can select from a total of 16 different
combinations!

Operability

Easy-to-use controls in a compact body

This camcorder has a variety of external controls at
your fingertips, such as the manual ring, which
allows you to adjust the focus, zoom or aperture
simply by moving a switch and turning the ring. All of
this is in a body that is so compact that you can
carry and use the camcorder for long periods of time
without experiencing fatigue.

Face detection

When a subject’s face is detected, the camcorder
can track and focus on it. Furthermore, you can
have the camcorder in manual focus but switch to
autofocus only when a face is detected (0 51),
ensuring that important subjects are in focus.

Recording media

The camcorder records video and audio to
CompactFlash (CF) cards. You can even make
lengthy recordings without worry because the
camcorder features two CF card slots. When one
CF card becomes full, the recording will
automatically continue on the other one without
interruption when you use relay recording (0 39).

Supplied Canon XF Utility software

Managing your recordings is as simple as using the
supplied Canon XF Utility software. You can
transfer your recordings to your computer, where
you can view and manage them. Using the supplied
plugins, you can then use the recordings with major
NLE software*.

*Refer to Saving Clips to a Computer (0 131) for details

on compatible software.

Versatile Artistic Expression

Special recording modes

The special recording modes (0 88) give you more
creative control over your recordings. You can create
a slow motion or fast motion effect in your
recordings, record a certain number of frames at a
set interval (ideal for subjects with little movement) or
record a certain number of frames every time you
press a button (ideal for stop motion animation).

Custom picture settings

With custom picture settings (0 99), you can enjoy
unparalleled image control to deliver the “look” you
want by adjusting parameters, such as gamma and
sharpness. The custom picture settings can be
recorded onto an SD card, which allows multiple
XF105/XF100 camcorders to use the same settings,
or embedded in the recording itself.

Infrared recording

Record in darkness using infrared recording
(0 93). With the built-in infrared light, you can
record nocturnal animals in their natural environment
or other such scenes.

Advanced Professional Features

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Pro-level connectivity (b only)

An industry-standard HD/SD SDI terminal (0 127)
for uncompressed HD signal output, embedded
audio and SMPTE time code (LTC) give the
camcorder the functionality of professional broadcast
cameras. Genlock synchronization (0 74) and time

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code synchronization (0 74) allow the camcorder to
be part of any multi-camera shooting setup.

Customization

The camcorder features several customization
options. You can assign often-used functions to
assignable buttons (0 97) so that you can call up
those functions with the press of a single button.
Custom functions (0 107) and custom onscreen
displays (0 108) give you even more freedom to
control many aspects of the camcorder’s operation.
Save custom picture and menu settings to an SD
card so that you can transfer your setting preferences
to other XF105/XF100 camcorders in order to use
them in the same way.

Other Functions

Audio

Sound is recorded as 2-channel linear PCM audio
(16-bit/48 kHz). You can use the built-in microphone,
MIC audio input terminal or the two XLR audio input
terminals (with phantom power supply) when
recording.

Video scopes

Check the brightness of the image using the
waveform monitor (0 84) or the focus using the
edge monitor (0 85).

Added and improved functionality

Other functions include improved image stabilization
(0 53), the option to add metadata to recordings
(0 82), and the Intelligent System-compatible
battery pack (0 173). Also, optical axis shift (0 95)
and the focal length guide (0 96) have been added
to aid in 3D shooting.

Table of Contents

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1. Introduction 10

About this Manual 10

Conventions Used in this Manual 10

Supplied Accessories 12
Names of Parts 13

2. Preparations 22

Preparing the Power Supply 22

Using a Battery Pack 22
Turning the Camcorder On and Off 25

Date, Time and Language Settings 26

Setting the Date and Time 26
Changing the Time Zone 26
Displaying the Date and Time while Recording 27
Changing the Language 27

Using the Menus 28

Selecting an Option from the Menu 28

Preparing the Camcorder 30

Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit 30
Attaching the Lens Hood 30
Dioptric Adjustment 30
Using the LCD Panel 31
Using the Viewfinder and LCD Screen

Simultaneously 31
Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen 31
Setting the Screen to Black & White 32
Adjusting the Grip Belt 32
Attaching a Shoulder Strap 32
Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers 33
Using the Wireless Controller 33
Using a Tripod 34

Preparing Recording Media 35

Inserting a CF Card 35
Checking the Status of the CF Card Slots 36
Removing a CF card 36
Inserting and Removing an SD Card 37
Initializing the Recording Media 37
Switching Between the CF Card Slots 38
Selecting the CF Card Recording Method 38
Checking the Available Recording Time 39
Recovering Data on the CF Card 39

3. Recording 40

Recording Video 40

Preparing to Record 40
Recording 40
Onscreen Displays 43
Power Save Mode 45

Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution and

Frame Rate 46
Custom Button and Dial 47
Adjusting the Focus 48

Manual Focus Mode 48
Using the Focus Assistance Functions 49
Autofocus Mode 50
Detecting and Focusing On Faces 51
Focus Limit and Macro Shooting 52

Image Stabilizer 53
Gain 54

Automatic Gain Control (AGC) 54
Manual Gain Control 55

Shutter Speed 56

Changing the Shutter Speed Mode 57
Flicker Reduction 57

Adjusting the Aperture 58

Automatic Aperture Control 58
Manual Aperture Control 58
Adjusting the AE Level 59
Setting the Light Metering Mode 59

White Balance 60

Auto White Balance 60
Preset White Balance 60
Setting the Color Temperature 61
Custom White Balance 62

Zooming 63

Using the Manual Ring 63
Using the Zoom Rockers, Wireless Controller or

Optional Remote Control 63

Soft Zoom Control 66

Using Optional Conversion Lenses 67
Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 68

Displaying Onscreen Markers 68
Displaying Zebra Patterns 69

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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
b Synchronizing with an External

Device 74

Connecting an External Device 74
Using a Reference Video Signal

(Genlock Synchronization) 74
Using a Time Code Signal 74
Time Code Signal Output 75

Recording Audio 77

Using the Built-in or External Microphone

Connected to the MIC Terminal 77
Using Line Input or an External Microphone

Connected to an XLR Terminal 78
Adjusting the Audio Level 80
Monitoring the Audio with Headphones 81

Using Metadata 82

Setting a User Memo 82

Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal 83

Recording Color Bars 83
Recording an Audio Reference Signal 83

Video Scopes 84

Displaying a Video Scope 84
Configuring the Waveform Monitor 84
Configuring the Edge Monitor 85

Adding Shot Marks while Recording 86
Reviewing a Recording 87
Special Recording Modes 88

Interval Recording Mode 88
Frame Recording Mode 89
Slow & Fast Motion Mode 90
Pre-recording Mode 91

Infrared Recording 93

Activating Infrared Mode 93
Using the Infrared Light 93

Optical Axis Shift 95
Using the Focal Length Guide 96

4. Customization 97

Assignable Buttons 97

Changing the Assigned Function 97
Using an Assignable Button 97

Custom Picture Settings 99

Selecting Custom Picture Files 99
Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings 100
Renaming Custom Picture Files 100
Protecting Custom Picture Files 100
Transferring Custom Picture Files 101
Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a

Recording 102

Available Custom Picture Settings 102

Customizing Functions and Onscreen

Displays 107

Customizing Functions 107
Customizing Onscreen Displays 108

Saving and Loading Camera Settings 109

Saving Camera Settings to an SD Card 109
Loading Camera Settings from an SD Card 109

5. Playback 110

Playback 110

Clip Index Screen 110
Playing Back Clips 112
Onscreen Displays 113
Playback Controls 114
Adjusting the Volume 114
Adding Shot Marks during Playback 115

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Clip Operations 116

Using the Clip Menu 117
Displaying Clip Information 117
Adding e Marks or Z Marks 118
Deleting e Marks or Z Marks 118
Copying Clips 119
Deleting Clips 120
Deleting the User Memo 120
Copying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a

Clip 121
Displaying an Index Screen of Shot Marks 121
Displaying a Frame Index Screen of a Single

Clip 122
Adding or Deleting Shot Marks from an Index

Screen 122
Changing a Clip’s Thumbnail 123

6. External Connections 124

Video Output Configuration 124

Video Output Configuration by Terminal 124
SD Output 125

Connecting to an External Monitor 126

Connection Diagram 126
b Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal 127
Using the HDMI OUT Terminal 127
Using the HD/SD COMPONENT OUT

Terminal 127
Using the AV Terminal 128
Superimposing Onscreen Displays to Appear on

an External Monitor 128

Audio Output 129

b Embedded Audio 129
Synchronizing the Video with the Audio being

Monitored 129
Selecting the Audio Channel 129
Selecting the Output Level of the AV

Terminal 130

Saving Clips to a Computer 131

System Requirements 131
Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility

(Windows) 132
Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility

(Mac OS) 134
Viewing the Software Instruction Manuals 137

7. Photos 138

Taking Photos 138

Taking Photos in CAMERA Mode 138
Capturing Photos in MEDIA Mode 138

Photo Playback 140

Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen 140
Viewing Photos 140

Photo Operations 141

Using the Photo Menu 141
Deleting Photos 141
Protecting Photos 142
Copying Custom Picture Files 143
Photo Numbering 144

8. Additional Information 145

Menu Options 145
Displaying the Status Screens 156
Troubleshooting 162

List of Messages 165

Handling Precautions 168
Maintenance/Others 171
Optional Accessories 172
Specifications 177

Index 181

Introduction

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About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon XF105/XF100. 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 (0 162).

Conventions Used in this Manual

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

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

• 0: Reference page number.

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

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

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

• Illustrations in the manual show the b.

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Reviewing a Recording

Reviewing a Recording

When the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that
was recorded.

1 Open the [Rec Review] submenu to set the review length.

[J Other Functions] [Rec Review]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

3 After you finish recording, press the

U button.

• The last clip that was recorded is played back without audio for the
selected duration. [A REVIEW] appears at the top of the screen.

• Press the CANCEL button to stop reviewing the clip and change the
camcorder back to record pause mode.

• After the clip finishes playing back, the camcorder returns to record
pause mode.

Options

NOTES

• When you are using a special recording mode (0 88), you cannot review a clip.

• If the camcorder switched CF cards during a recording, the camcorder will play back the clip on the CF card
most recently recorded on.

Operating modes:

[Entire Clip]: Allows you to review the entire clip.
[Last 4 sec]: Allows you to review just the last 4 seconds of the clip.

[J Other Functions]

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Rec Review]

[Last 4 sec]

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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 (0 25).

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
[J Other Functions] menu and then the [Rec
Review] menu item.

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

The arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections. For
a detailed explanation on how to use the menus,
refer to Using the Menus (0 28). For a concise
summary of all available menu options and settings,
refer to the appendix Menu Options (0 145).

Supplied Accessories

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Supplied Accessories

The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder.

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CA-930 Compact Power Adapter

(incl. power cord)

CTC-100/S Component

Cable

SS-1200 Shoulder Strap Canon XF Utilities Disc

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The Canon XF Utilities Disc includes software for saving and managing clips on a computer. For details on installing the software, refer

to Saving Clips to a Computer (0 131). For more information on the functions, refer to the ‘Canon XF Utility Instruction Manual’ after
you install the software.

Microphone holder unit BP-925 Battery Pack

Lens Hood Lens Cap WL-D6000 Wireless Controller

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(incl. terminal cover)

DC-930 DC Cable

(incl. CR2025 Lithium Battery)

Names of Parts

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Names of Parts

Operation panel

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1 CF card slot covers for CF card slot A (CFj) and

CF card slot B (CFl)
2 CF card slots A (CFj) and B (CFl) (0 35)
3 CF card release buttons (0 36)
4 d switch (0 25)
5ON/OFF indicator
6 SLOT SELECT (CF card slot selection) button

(0 38)
7DISP. button (0 43)/

BATT. (battery information) button (0 23)
8RESET button (0 163)
9 INDEX button (0 112)/

U (review recording) button (0 87)

10 S (white balance adjustment) button (0 61)
11 WB (white balance) button (0 60)
12 CAMERA switch (0 42)
13 CF card slot cover switches for CF card slot A

(CFj) and CF card slot B (CFl) (0 35)
14 SHUTTER button (0 57)
15 GAIN button (0 55)
16 IRIS button (0 58)
17 CUSTOM (customizable) dial (0 47)
18 AF/MF (autofocus/manual focus) button

(0 48, 50)
19 Manual ring switch (0 48, 58, 63)
20 Manual ring (0 48, 58, 63)
21 Lens hood (0 30)

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1 REMOTE terminal
2 SD card access indicator (0 37)
3SD card slot (0 37)
4SD card slot cover
5 MIC (microphone) terminal (0 77)
6 XLR terminals (CH1 and CH2) (0 78)
7 Lens hood lock screw (0 30)
8 b HD/SD SDI terminal (0 127)
9 b GENLOCK terminal (0 74) / TC (time code) terminal (0 74)
10 Grip belt (0 32)

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1 Built-in microphone (0 77)
2 Built-in speaker (0 115)
3 Strap mount (0 32)
4 CUSTOM (customizable) button (0 47)
5 INFRARED switch (0 93)
6 Instant AF sensor (0 50)
7 Remote sensor (0 34)
8 Infrared light (0 93)
9 Microphone cable clamp (0 78)
10 Microphone holder unit (0 78)
11 Microphone lock screw (0 78)

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1 Viewfinder (0 30, 31)
2 Dioptric adjustment lever (0 30)
3 BATT. RELEASE (battery release) key (0 23)
4 START/STOP button (0 40)
5 Strap mount (0 32)
6 WFM (waveform monitor) button (0 84)/Assignable button 3 (0 97)
7 ZEBRA button (0 68)/Assignable button 2 (0 97)
8 CANCEL button (0 28)
9Joystick (0 28)/SET button (0 28)
10 MENU button (0 28)
11 LCD screen (0 31)
12 POWERED IS button (0 53)/Assignable button 1 (0 97)
13 POWER SAVE button (0 45)

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1Front tally lamp (0 40)
2 Accessory shoe

For attaching accessories such as the optional VL-10Li II Battery Video Light.
3 Rear tally lamp (0 40)
4START/STOP lock lever (0 41)
5 START/STOP button (0 40)
6 Handle socket for 1/4" screws
7 Grip zoom rocker (0 64)
8 MAGN. (magnification) button (0 50)/Assignable button 4 (0 97)
9 CF card slot A (CFj) and CF card slot B (CFl) access indicators (0 36)
10 Handle zoom rocker (0 65)
11 Audio level dials for CH1 and CH2 (0 81)

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1 Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod Adapter (0 34)
2 Attachment screws for a tripod base (0 34)
3 Tripod socket (0 34)
4 Tripod base for tripods with 1/4" screws (0 34)

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1 Audio level switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 81)
2 XLR terminal switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 79)
3 AUDIO IN switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 77, 79)

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4 D (play/pause) button (0 112)/

Assignable button 6 (0 97)

5 I (fast playback) button (0 114)/

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Assignable button 7 (0 97)

6 K (skip forward) button (0 114)/

Assignable button 10 (0 97)

7 B (stop) button (0 112)/

Assignable button 9 (0 97)

8 L (skip backward) button (0 114)/

Assignable button 8 (0 97)

9 J (fast reverse playback) button (0 114)/

Assignable button 5 (0 97)

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1HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 127)
2USB terminal (0 131)
3HDMI OUT terminal (0 127)

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4 W (headphone) terminal (0 81)
5AV terminal (0 128)
6DC IN terminal (0 24)

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1 START/STOP button (0 40)
2 ZOOM buttons (0 65)
3 F/O/E/A buttons
4 MENU button (0 28)
5 J/I (fast playback/reverse playback) buttons (0 114)
6 Z/Y (frame forward/reverse) buttons (0 114)
7 B (stop) button (0 112)
8 D (play/pause) button (0 112)
9INDEX button (0 112)
10 SET button (0 28)
11 CANCEL button (0 28)
12 SHOT1 (shot mark 1) button (0 86)
13 PHOTO button (0 138)
14 Record enable button: When you use the START/STOP button or ZOOM buttons,

you must press this button simultaneously with the desired button.

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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 (0 173) and Recording and Playback Times (0 173).

Using a Battery Pack

You can power the camcorder using the supplied BP-925 or optional BP-950G, BP-955, BP-970G or BP-975
Battery Pack. The BP-925, BP-955 and BP-975 Battery Packs are compatible with Intelligent System, meaning
that you can check the remaining battery time even while the camcorder is turned off.

Charging the Battery Pack

Charge battery packs using the supplied 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.

• If the DC cable is connected to the compact power adapter, charging
will not start.

2 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter (햲).
3 Plug the power cord into a power outlet (햳).
4 Attach the battery pack to the compact power adapter (햴).

• 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.

햴

CHARGE indicator

햲

햳

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.

NOTES

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

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1Move the d switch to OFF (햲).
2 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment and press

gently until it clicks (햳).

Removing the Battery Pack

1Move the d switch to OFF.
2 Hold down the BATT. RELEASE (battery release) key and remove the

battery.

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Checking the Remaining Battery Charge

If you are using the supplied BP-925 or optional BP-955 or BP-975 Battery
Pack, you can check the approximate remaining battery charge using one
of the following methods when the camcorder is turned off. When the
camcorder is turned on, you can check on the remaining battery charge by
looking at any recording/playback screen or the [Battery / Hour Meter]
status screen (0 160).

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%

CHECK button

0 100%

Battery charge indicator

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When the camcorder is off and an Intelligent System-compatible battery
pack is attached, press the BATT. (battery information) button to display the
remaining battery time and available recording time (displays for 5
seconds). Depending on the battery life, the battery information may not be

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displayed.

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 (0 168).

• 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.

• 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.

• Repeatedly charging and discharging the battery pack will eventually shorten its battery life. When you are
using the supplied BP-925 or optional BP-955 or BP-975 Battery Pack, you can check the battery life on the
[Battery / Hour Meter] status screen (0 160) or the battery information screen (press the BATT. 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.

Using a Household Power Outlet

When Using the Supplied CA-930 Compact Power Adapter and
DC-930 DC Cable:

1 Move the d switch to OFF (햲).
2 Connect the DC cable to the DC IN terminal on the camcorder (햳).
3 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into a

power outlet (햴).

4 Connect the DC cable to the compact power adapter (햵).

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

When Using the Optional CA-920 Compact Power Adapter and

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DC-920 DC Coupler:

1Move the d switch to OFF (햲).
2 Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder (햳).
3 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into a

power outlet (햴).
4 Connect the DC coupler to the adapter (햵).
5 Detach the DC coupler after use.

• Push the BATT. RELEASE key and pull out the DC coupler.

IMPORTANT

• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact

power adapter.

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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 d switch.

To turn on the camcorder

Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to CAMERA for

mode or MEDIA for mode. The ON/OFF indicator will

illuminate in green.

CAMERA mode MEDIA mode

To turn off the camcorder

Move the d switch to OFF. The ON/OFF indicator will turn 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 month selected.

Operating modes:

1 Push the joystick up/down to change the month then move (A) to the day.
2 Change the rest of the fields in the same way.
3 Select (A) [Set] and then press SET to start the clock and close the screen.

NOTES

• 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 (0 170) and set the time zone, date and time again.

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

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

Changing the Time Zone

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

Operating modes:

1 Press the MENU button.
2 Push the joystick up/down to select [J Other
3 Select [Time Zone] in a similar fashion.
4 Push the joystick up/down to change the time zone.
5 Press SET to set the time zone and then press the MENU button to close the menu.

Functions] and then press SET.

[J Other Functions]

[Time Zone]

[UTC-05:00 New York]

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Displaying the Date and Time while Recording

You can display the date and time in the lower left of the screen.

Operating modes:

1 Press the MENU button.
2 Push the joystick up/down to select [M 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 SET and then press the MENU button to close the menu.

Changing the Language

You can change the language in which onscreen messages are displayed.
The default language is English but you can select German, Spanish,
French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Korean or Japanese.

Operating modes:

1 Press the MENU button.
2 Push the joystick up/down to select [J Other Functions].
3 Select [Language o] in a similar fashion.
4 Use the joystick to select a language.
5 Press SET to select the language and then press the MENU button to close the menu.

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[Custom Display 2]

[Date/Time]

[Off]

[J Other Functions]

[Language o]

[English]

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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. In mode, press the MENU button to open the menu for general
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settings, refer to Menu Options (0 145).

Operating modes:

MENU button
Press to open the menu and then press again to close
the menu after adjusting desired settings.

Joystick/SET button
Push the joystick to move the orange selection frame in the
menu. Then, press the joystick itself (SET button) to select
the menu item indicated by the orange selection frame.

CANCEL button
Press to return to the previous menu or to stop some
operations that are in progress.

Selecting an Option from the Menu

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

1 Press the MENU button.

• The menu opens with the orange selection frame indicating the menu item that was selected the previous

time the menu was closed (unless the camcorder was turned off).

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

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

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

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

• If a submenu contains many menu items, a scroll bar will appear on the right side of the submenu indicating

that you must scroll up or down to see other menu items.

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

5 Push the joystick right or press SET.

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

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

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

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

7 Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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NOTES

• Unavailable items may appear grayed out.

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

• When using the wireless controller, use the h, i, f, g and SET buttons in the same way as the
camcorder’s joystick.

• You can check the current settings on the status screens (0 156).

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Preparing the Camcorder

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Preparing the Camcorder

This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the lens hood, attaching the
microphone holder unit, and adjusting the viewfinder and LCD screen.

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Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit

Use the supplied screws to attach the microphone holder unit to the
handle.

Attaching the Lens Hood

Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and reduce the amount of stray
light that may hit the lens.

1 Place the lens hood on the front of the lens (햲) and turn it 90

degrees clockwise

• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.

• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.

2 Tighten the lock screw (햴).

(햳).

햳

햲

Dioptric Adjustment

Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever.

햴

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Using the LCD Panel

Open the LCD panel 90 degrees.

• You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward or 180 degrees toward
the lens.

NOTES

• By default, the viewfinder screen is turned off while you use the LCD
screen. However, you can also use both displays simultaneously. See the
following section.

• You can set the LCD screen to black & white (0 32).

• When you use a commercially available lens adapter and the image on the screen is inverted, you can use the
[J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Scan Reverse Rec] setting to return the image to the correct
orientation.

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Using the Viewfinder and LCD Screen Simultaneously

By default, the viewfinder screen is turned off while you use the LCD
screen. Follow the procedure below to use both of them simultaneously.

Operating modes:

1 Open the [LCD/VF Simul.] submenu.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [LCD/VF Simul.]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen

You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness*, and backlight
of the viewfinder and LCD screen independently of each other. These
adjustments will not affect your recordings.

* The viewfinder's sharpness cannot be adjusted.

Operating modes:

1 Open the setup menu for the viewfinder or LCD screen.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [LCD Setup] or [VF Setup]

2 Select [Brightness], [Contrast], [Color], [Sharpness] or [Backlight]

and then press SET.

3 Adjust the setting and then press SET.

• Repeat steps 2 and 3 to adjust other settings as necessary.

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[LCD/VF Simul.]

[Off]

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[LCD Setup]

[VF Setup]

[Brightness: 0]

[Contrast: 0]

[Color: 0]

[Sharpness: 2]*

[Backlight: Normal]

* The viewfinder's sharpness

cannot be adjusted.

NOTES

• If you set an assignable button to [LCD Setup] (0 97), you can press the button to open the [LCD Setup]
submenu.

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Setting the Screen to Black & White

The viewfinder and LCD screen display in color by default but you can set
them to black & white. Even when the screen is black & white, onscreen
text and icons will still be displayed in color.

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Operating modes:

1 Open the [LCD/VF B&W] submenu.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [LCD/VF B&W]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

NOTES

• You can also set the screen to black & white by setting an assignable button to [LCD/VF B&W] (0 97).

Adjusting the Grip Belt

Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the grip zoom rocker with
your index and middle fingers, and the START/STOP button with
your thumb.

IMPORTANT

• Be careful not to drop the camcorder when adjusting the grip belt.

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[LCD/VF B&W]

[Off]

Attaching a Shoulder Strap

Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the
strap.

IMPORTANT

• Be careful not to drop the camcorder when attaching or adjusting the
shoulder strap.

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Remove the covers for the following terminals in order to access them.

• HD/SD SDI and GENLOCK/TC terminals*

• W (headphone), AV and DC IN terminals

• REMOTE terminal

* b only.

Removing the Terminal Covers

1 Open the terminal cover.
2 Grasp the strip connecting the terminal cover to the camcorder and pull

straight out.

Attaching the Terminal Covers

Insert the connecting strip into the opening to attach the terminal cover.

• HD/SD COMPONENT OUT, USB and HDMI
OUT terminals

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NOTES

• If the connecting strip is difficult to grasp, use a pair of tweezers or similar
tool.

Using the Wireless Controller

Inserting the Battery

Insert the supplied CR2025 lithium button battery into the wireless
controller before use.

1 Press the tab in the direction of the arrow (햲) and pull out the battery

holder (햳).

2 Place the lithium button battery with the + side facing up (햴).
3 Insert the battery holder (햵).

Activating the Wireless Controller

By default, the wireless controller is activated. If it has been deactivated,
follow the procedure below to activate it.

Operating modes:

햵

햲

[J Other Functions]

[Wireless Controller]

[On]

햴

햳

1 Open the [Wireless Controller] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Wireless Controller]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

NOTES

• You can also activate the wireless controller by setting an assignable button to [Wireless Controller] (0 97).

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Using the Wireless Controller to Operate the Camcorder

When using the wireless controller, point it at the camcorder’s remote
sensor. When the wireless controller's buttons are operated, the
camcorder's tally lamps will illuminate.

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NOTES

• When you use the START/STOP button or ZOOM buttons on the wireless
controller, you must press the record enable button simultaneously with
the desired button.

• When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be operated at very
close range, replace the battery.

• The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is located under strong light sources or
direct sunlight.

Using a Tripod

You can mount the camcorder on a tripod but do not use tripods with
mounting screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.) as this may cause damage to
the camcorder.

Using a Tripod with 3/8" Mounting Screws

To use a tripod with 3/8" mounting screws, first attach the optional TB-1
Tripod Adapter Base to the camcorder and then attach the tripod to the
adapter base.

1 Remove the tripod base from the camcorder.

• Remove the 4 screws and then remove the base.

2 Attach the optional TB-1 Tripod Adapter Base.

• Firmly screw in the 4 screws.

3 Attach the tripod.

• Firmly screw in the tripod screw.

• If a tripod has both a 1/4" screw and 3/8" mounting screw, firmly screw

in both.

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Preparing Recording Media

The camcorder records clips to CompactFlash (CF) cards and photos* to SD and SDHC memory
cards. The camcorder is equipped with two CF card slots. Initialize recording media (0 37) when you use them
with this camcorder for the first time.

* The camcorder can record custom picture settings (0 101) and camera settings (0 109) on to an SD card. To record a user

memo (0 82) with a clip, use the supplied Canon XF Utility software to a create user memo file and save it to the SD card. The
camcorder can read the file and embed it in the clip.

Compatible CF cards

You can use UDMA-compatible* Type I CF cards with a capacity of at least 512 MB with the camcorder. For
more details on cards that can be used, visit your local Canon Web site.

* The Ultra Direct Memory Access (UDMA) specification allows data to be transferred between the CF card and device at high

transfer speeds (measured in MBps). Depending on the CF card, you may not be able to record even when using a UDMA­comptaible CF card.

NOTES

• Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all CF cards.

Inserting a CF Card

You can insert a CF card into CF card slot A or slot B. If you have two CF
cards, you can use both slots.

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1 Slide the CF card slot cover switch in the direction of the E/A

mark (햲).

• The CF card slot cover will open to the left (slot A) or to the right
(slot B).

2 Insert the CF card straight, with the label facing away from the

lens, all the way into the slot until it clicks (햳).

3 Close the CF card slot cover.

• Do not force the cover closed if the CF card is not correctly inserted.

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Checking the Status of the CF Card Slots

You can check the status of the CF card slots immediately by looking at the
CFj/CFl access indicator. Refer to the following table.

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Access indicator color CF card slot status

Red Accessing CF card.

Green

Indicator off

Recording/playback is possible and the CF card slot is selected
for recording/playback.

A CF card is not inserted, the CF card slot is not currently
selected, or the CF card is not being accessed.

Removing a CF card

1 Wait until the access indicator for the card slot with the CF card to

be removed is off (햲).

2 Slide the CF card slot cover switch in the direction of the

E/A mark (햳).

• The CF card slot cover will open to the left (slot A) or to the right
(slot B).

3 Push the CF card release button (햴).

• The release button partially pops out.

4 Push in the CF card release button to release the CF card (햵).
5 Pull the CF card all the way out and close the CF card slot cover.

IMPORTANT

• Observe the following precautions while the CFj or CFl access
indicator is illuminated in red. Failure to do so may result in permanent
data loss.

- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.

- Do not open the cover of the CF card slot being accessed.

NOTES

• If you set the [J Other Functions] [Media Access LED] function to
[Off], the access indicators will not illuminate.

CF card release
button

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Inserting and Removing an SD Card

1 Turn off the camcorder (햲).
2 Open the SD card slot cover.
3 Insert the SD card straight, with the label facing the grip belt, all

the way into the SD card slot until it clicks (햳).

4 Close the SD card slot cover (햴).

• Do not force the cover closed if the SD card is not correctly inserted.

IMPORTANT

• Observe the following precautions while the SD card access indicator is
flashing. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss.

- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.

- Do not remove the SD card.

• Turn off the camcorder before inserting or removing an SD card.
Inserting or removing the SD card with the camcorder on may result in
permanent data loss.

• SD cards have front and back sides that are not interchangeable.
Inserting an SD card facing the wrong direction can cause a malfunction of the camcorder. Be sure to insert
the SD card as described in step 3.

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NOTES

• To remove the SD card: Push the SD card once to release it. When the SD card springs out, pull it all the
way out.

• If you set the [J Other Functions] [Media Access LED] function to [Off], the access indicators will not
illuminate.

Initializing the Recording Media

The first time you use any recording media with this camcorder, initialize it
first. You can also initialize a recording media to permanently delete all the
data it contains.

When initializing an SD card, you can select quick initialization, which
clears the file allocation table but does not physically erase the stored data, or complete initialization, which
deletes all data completely.

Operating modes:

1 Open the [Initialize Media] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Initialize Media]

2 Select [CF A], [CF B] or [SD Card] and then press SET.

To initialize a CF card

3 Select [OK] and then press SET.
4 When the confirmation message appears, press SET.

• The CF card is initialized and all the data it contains is erased.

To initialize an SD card

3 Select [Complete] (complete initialization) or [Quick] (quick initialization) and then press SET.

[J Other Functions]

[Initialize Media]

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4 Select [OK] and then press SET.

• If you are using the [Complete] initialization option, press SET to cancel the operation while it is in progress.
You can use the SD card but all data will be erased.

5 When the confirmation message appears, press SET.

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• The SD card is initialized and all the data it contains is erased.

IMPORTANT

• Initializing the recording media will permanently erase all data, including clips with an e mark, protected
photos, and custom picture information. Lost data cannot be recovered. Make sure you save important
recordings in advance.

• Depending on the SD card, the complete initialization may take up to a few minutes.

NOTES

• While recording on a CF card, you can initialize another CF card in the other CF card slot.

Switching Between the CF Card Slots

The camcorder features two CF card slots, CF card slot A (CFj) and CF
card slot B (CFl). If both slots contain a CF card, you can switch between
them as necessary.

Operating modes:

Press the SLOT SELECT button.

• The access indicator of the selected CF card slot will illuminate in green.

NOTES

• If both CF card slots contain a CF card and you open the cover of the
selected slot, the camcorder will automatically switch to the other slot.

• You cannot use the SLOT SELECT button to switch between CF card
slots while recording.

Selecting the CF Card Recording Method

The camcorder features two useful CF card recording methods, relay recording and double slot recording.
Relay recording: This allows you to continue recording on another CF card without interruption if the CF card you

are using becomes full. Relay recording is available from CF card slot A to CF card slot B, and vice versa.
Double slot recording: This records the same clip simultaneously to both CF cards, which is a convenient way to

make a backup copy of your recording while you record.

Operating modes:

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To use relay recording

By default, this function is activated. If it has been deactivated, follow the
procedure below to activate it.

1 Open the [Relay Rec] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Relay Rec]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

To use double slot recording

1 Open the [Double Slot Rec] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Double Slot Rec]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

NOTES

• When the bit rate is set to 50 Mbps (0 46) during slow motion
recording, relay recording is not available.

• If a CF card becomes full during double slot recording, recording on both cards will stop. On the other hand, if
an error occurs with one of the cards, recording will continue on the other card.

• Double slot recording cannot be used with relay recording or slow & fast motion recording.

[J Other Functions]

[Relay Rec]

[On]

[J Other Functions]

[Double Slot Rec]

[Off]

Checking the Available Recording Time

When the camcorder is in mode, the screen indicates which CF card slot is in use and the available
recording time (in minutes*) that remains on each CF card.
On the [Media] status screen (0 158), you can check the available recording time, total space and used space
of each recording media, and the available number of photos.

* The approximate available recording time is based on the current bit rate.

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Recovering Data on the CF Card

An error may occur with data on the CF card in cases such as turning off the camcorder while recording or
removing the CF card while recording. In such case, you may be able to recover the data on the CF card.

Operating modes:

1 Insert the CF card with the data to be recovered into the camcorder.
2 When the screen prompts you to recover the data, select [Yes] and then press SET.
3 After a message appears indicating that the data has been recovered, press SET.

NOTES

• This procedure will delete clips shorter than 10 seconds in length. Additionally, up to 10 seconds will be
deleted from the end of clips on the CF card.

• In some cases, data may not be recovered, such as when the FAT32 file system is corrupted or the CF card is
physically damaged.

• While you are recording, you can recover data on the CF card that is not being recorded to.

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Recording Video

This section explains the recording basics. Before you begin recording, make a test recording first to check if the
camcorder operates correctly. Record for approximately 6 minutes at 50 Mbps (0 46). Should the camcorder
fail to operate correctly, refer to Trou blesh ooti ng (0 162).
For details on recording audio, refer to Recording Audio (0 77).

Operating modes:

Preparing to Record

1 Attach a charged battery pack to the camcorder (0 23).
2 Insert a CF card into a CF card slot (

• Insert another CF card into the other CF card slot to use relay
recording (0 39) or double slot recording (0 39).

3 Remove the lens cap.
4 Adjust the viewfinder.

NOTES

• The camcorder can add a user memo (0 82) to a clip as you record. It
can be used to store information such as the clip name, camera operator
and filming location. However, you must set the user memo before
recording.

• You can attach commercially available accessories to the handle by using the socket for 1/4" mounting
screws.

Recording

1 Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to

CAMERA.

• The camcorder turns on in mode and enters record pause

mode.

• The access indicator for the CF card slot selected for recording

illuminates in red and then changes to green.

0 35).

Lens cap Viewfinder

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2 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.

• Recording starts. The front and rear tally lamps illuminate and the
recording indicator [NREC] appears on the screen.

• You can use the START/STOP button on the side grip or handle.

• When you use the wireless controller, press the START/STOP button
and the record enable button simultaneously.

3 Press the START/STOP button to pause the recording.

• The clip* is recorded to the CF card and the camcorder enters record
pause mode. The tally lamps will also go out.

* “Clip” refers to one movie unit from the point you press the START/STOP button to start

recording until you press again to pause the recording. You can also include custom
picture settings (0 99) and metadata (0 82) with the clip.

IMPORTANT

• Observe the following precautions while the CFj or CFl access
indicator is illuminated in red. Failure to do so may result in permanent
data loss.

- Do not open the CF card slot cover of the CF card slot being accessed and remove the CF card.

- Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder.

• Be sure to save your recordings regularly (0 131), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall
not be liable for any loss or corruption of data.

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NOTES

• The START/STOP button on the handle has a lock lever to prevent accidental operation. Set the lock lever to
R in cases such as when you do not want a recording inadvertently paused or do not plan to use the START/
STOP button. Return the lever to its previous position to enable use of the START/STOP button again.

• You can use the [J Other Functions] [Rec Review] setting (0 87) to review the last clip recorded.

• If you set an assignable button to [Add e Mark] or [Add Z Mark] (0 97), you can press the button to add an
e mark or Z mark to the last clip recorded.

• You can use the [J Other Functions] [Clips] [Delete Last Clip] setting (0 153) to delete the last clip
recorded. Alternatively, you can set an assignable button to [Delete Last Clip]. However, you cannot delete the
last clip if double slot recording is on.

• b When you set the [J Other Functions] [SDI Rec Command] setting to [On] and you connect the
camcorder to another device using the HD/SD SDI terminal, if you start or stop recording with the camcorder,
the other device will also start or stop recording. For more details, visit your local Canon Web site.

• The area around the tripod base may become hot after using the camcorder for an extended period of time.
This is not a malfunction.

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Recording in Full Auto Mode

Move the CAMERA switch to FULL AUTO to change the camcorder to
full auto mode. In full auto mode, the camcorder automatically sets the
iris, gain, shutter speed, and white balance. The camcorder will
continuously adjust the brightness and white balance automatically*. In
full auto mode, however, the autofocus will not be turned on.

* The light metering mode (0 59) will be set to [Standard], the AE level (0 59) will be

set to [±0] and the AGC limit (0 54) will be set to [Off/24 dB].

Locking Buttons

Moving the CAMERA switch to R will lock the following buttons: IRIS,
GAIN, SHUTTER, WB, S, AF/MF. Doing so will also lock the settings
of the corresponding functions. This is useful in preventing settings from
being changed due to inadvertently pressing one of the buttons.

About Clips

When the camcorder records a clip, it also assigns a 6-character clip
name consisting of a 2-letter prefix and 4 numerals (for example, “AA0001”). The numerals increase every
time a clip is recorded. You can set the initial clip name in advance using the [J Other Functions] [Clips]
[Title Prefix] and [Number Setting] settings. You cannot change the clip name after the clip is recorded.

The video file (stream) in a clip will be split approximately every 2 GB for clips with a long recording time. Even
in such case, playback will be continuous.

NOTES

• If you are recording with two CF cards and the CF card you are using becomes full while recording, the clip
will continue uninterrupted on the other CF card when relay recording (0 39) is activated. In such case,
the recording will be recorded as separate clips.

• If you record using the custom picture and metadata settings, those settings will be recorded with the clip.
For more details, refer to Custom Picture Settings (0 99) and Using Metadata (0 82).

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Onscreen Displays

Refer to this section for an explanation of the various screen displays that appear in mode. You can use
the custom display function (0 108) to display or hide most of the screen displays. Such screen displays are
denoted with an asterisk (*).

1 32 6

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39
38

37
36
35
34
33
32

31
30
29

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When displaying the date and time:

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27 25 24 23 2226

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1 Remaining battery time* (0 44)
2 Double slot recording (0 39)
3 Recording operation* (0 44)
4 Character recording* (0 107)
5 Genlock (0 74)
6 Time code* (0 70)
7 Interval counter* (0 88)
8 SD card status*
9 Bit rate/Resolution* (0 46)
10 Frame rate* (0 46)
11 b SDI recording command* (0 154)
12 Output displays* (0 150)
13 Wireless controller* (0 150)
14 Object distance* (0 150)
15 Conversion lens*
16 Magnification* (0 50)
17 Peaking* (0 49)
18 Digital tele-converter* (0 146)
19 User memo* (0 82)
20 User bit* (0 73)
21 Audio output channel* (0 129)
22 Audio level meter (0 81)

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8
9
10

11

12

17 181514

13

19
20

21

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23 Audio peak limiter (0 81)
24 Image stabilizer* (0 53)/OIS lens shift (0 95)
25 Shutter speed* (0 56)
26 AE level* (0 59)
27 Gain* (0 54)
28 Aperture value* (0 58)
29 White balance* (0 60)
30 Full auto mode* (0 42)/

Lock* (0 42)
31 Focus mode* (0 48)
32 ND filter* (0 150)
33 Custom picture* (0 99)
34 Light metering mode* (0 59)
35 Infrared mode, infrared light (0 93)
36 Focal length guide (0 96)
37 Zoom indicator* (0 63)
38 Remaining recording time for double slot

recording (0 39)
39 CF card status/available recording time* (0 44)
40 Exposure bar* (0 55)
41 Date/time* (0 26)

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NOTES

• You can press the DISP. button to turn off most icons and displays.

•When the A icon appears next to the white balance, aperture value, gain or shutter speed, it indicates that the

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setting is in auto mode.

1 Remaining battery time

• The icon shows a rough estimate of the remaining charge as a percentage of the full charge of the battery
pack. The remaining recording/playback time of the battery pack is displayed, in minutes, next to the
icon.

• P  Q  R  S  U (in red).
When U is displayed, replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.

• Depending on the conditions under which the camcorder and the battery pack are used, the actual
battery charge may not be indicated accurately.

3 Recording operation

N

REC Recording

STBY Record pause

NINT REC Interval recording

INT STBY (INT flashes) Interval record pause

NFRM REC Frame recording
NFRM STBY Frame record pause (after starting recording)

FRM STBY (FRM flashes) Frame record pause (before starting recording)

NS&F REC Slow & fast motion recording

S&F STBY Slow & fast motion record pause

NPRE REC Pre-recording (after pressing the START/STOP button)

PRE REC STBY Pre-recording (before pressing the START/STOP button)

14 Conversion lens

• When the optional WD-H58W Wide-converter is attached to the camcorder, the Z icon will appear.
When the optional TL-H58 Tele-converter is attached, the W icon will appear.

38 CF card status/available recording time

• The following indicates the CF card status.

j/l Can record on CF card
k/m No CF card or cannot record on CF card

The CF card selected for recording is indicated with a A mark.

Power Save Mode

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Activate the power save mode to turn off the screen and reduce battery
consumption. At the press of a button, the camcorder will immediately
return to record pause mode.

1 Hold the POWER SAVE button pressed down for at least

2seconds.

• The screen will turn off and the ON/OFF indicator will illuminate in
orange.

• During power save mode, the tally lamps will flash twice approximately
every 3 seconds. The camcorder retains previous time code and
camcorder settings.

2 Press the POWER SAVE button to return the camcorder to record

pause mode.

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Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate

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Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate

Before you record, select the bit rate, resolution (frame size) and frame
rate that best match your creative needs.

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Operating modes:

1 Open the [Bit Rate/Resolution] submenu to set the bit rate and

resolution.

[J Other Functions] [Bit Rate/Resolution]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

• The selected bit rate and resolution will appear on the right side of the
screen.

• If you selected [35 Mbps 1440x1080], [Frame Rate] will automatically
be set to [60i] so you do not need to continue with the rest of this
procedure.

3 Open the [Frame Rate] submenu to set the frame rate.

[J Other Functions] [Frame Rate]

4 Select the desired option and then press SET.

• The selected frame rate will appear on the right side of the screen.

NOTES

• For details on the signal output from each terminal, refer to Video Output Configuration (0 124).

[50 Mbps 1920x1080]

[J Other Functions]

[Bit Rate/Resolution]

[J Other Functions]

[Frame Rate]

[60i]

Available bit rate, resolution and frame rate settings

Bit rate* Resolution

50 Mbps

(CBR 4:2:2)

35 Mbps

(VBR 4:2:0)

25 Mbps

(CBR 4:2:0)

* The first line indicates the bit rate (in Mbps); the second line indicates in parentheses whether the bit rate is constant (CBR) or

variable (VBR), and the color sampling.

1920 x 1080 N – N N

1280 x 720 – N N N

1920 x 1080 N – N N

1440 x 1080 N – – –

1280 x 720 – N N N

1440 x 1080 N – N N

60i 60P 30P 24P

Frame rate

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Custom Button and Dial

You can assign to the CUSTOM button and dial one of several frequently
used functions. You can then adjust the selected function using the
CUSTOM button and dial, without having to access the menu.
The functions that can be assigned to the CUSTOM button differ
depending on whether the camcorder is in Infrared mode.

Operating modes:

1 Open the [Custom Key/Dial] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Custom Key/Dial]

2 Select [Normal] or [Infrared] and then press SET.

• [Normal] refers to when the camcorder is not in Infrared mode.

3 Select the desired option and then press SET.

• If you selected [Normal], [IR Light] will not be an available option. If you
selected [Infrared], [Iris(ND)] and [Face AF] will not be available options.

Options

[Iris(ND)]: Aperture adjustment (0 58). Press the CUSTOM button to toggle between manual and

automatic aperture adjustment and turn the dial to adjust the aperture.

[Face AF]: Face autofocus (0 51). Press the CUSTOM button to toggle between the [Face AF] settings

([Face Pri.], [Face Only], [Off]) and turn the dial to change the main subject.

[IR Light]: Infrared light (0 93). If [l Camera Setup] [Infrared] [Light] is set to [Toggle], press the

CUSTOM button to turn the infrared light on/off.
[Headphone Volume]: Headphone volume (0 114). Turn the CUSTOM dial to adjust the headphone volume.
[Tele-converter]: Digital tele-converter (0 146). Press the CUSTOM button to turn the digital tele-converter on/

off and turn the dial to select 1.5x, 3x or 6x.
[Off]: Use this setting if you do not intend to use the CUSTOM button or dial.

[J Other Functions]

[Custom Key/Dial]

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NOTES

• To open the option menu, you can hold down the CUSTOM button for at least 2 seconds instead of the

procedure above.

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Adjusting the Focus

This camcorder features the following two methods for adjusting the focus.
Manual focus (MF): Use the manual ring to adjust the focus. You can use the peaking and magnification

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functions to help you focus more accurately.
Autofocus (AF): The camcorder continuously adjusts the focus automatically. When using autofocus, you can

select Instant AF, Medium AF or Normal AF mode. You can also use the manual ring.

Operating modes:

Manual Focus Mode

Turn the manual ring to manually adjust the focus. The faster you turn the manual ring, the more quickly you can
focus on your subject.

1 Move the manual ring switch to FOCUS.

• If [MF] appears on the bottom left of the screen, the camcorder is in
manual focus mode. Skip to step 3. If A appears instead, the
camcorder is in autofocus mode. Proceed to step 2.

2 Press the AF/MF button.

3 Turn the manual ring to adjust the focus.

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NOTES

• Using the subject distance display on the screen:

- When the camcorder switches out of autofocus mode or when you adjust the focus with the manual ring,
the approximate subject distance is displayed on the screen for approximately 3 seconds.

- Use the subject distance display as an estimate; when the distance reading is not considered very precise
for a particular zoom range, it will be displayed in gray.

-[f] indicates infinity focus and [f–] indicates over infinity focus.

- You can change the units of distance between meters and feet using the [J Other Functions] [Custom
Function] [Obj. Dist. Unit] setting (0 107).

- The correct subject distance will not be displayed when the optional WD-H58W Wide-converter or TL-H58
Tele-converter is attached.

• You can use the manual ring to adjust the focus while you are operating the zoom. When the camcorder is
initially in autofocus mode, it will return to autofocus mode after you manually adjust the focus.

• You can set the response sensitivity of the manual ring using the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function]
[F. Ring Control] setting (0 107).

• If you focus manually and then leave the camcorder with the power turned on, the focus on the subject may
be lost after a while. This possible slight shift in focus is a result of the internal temperature rising in the
camcorder and lens. Check the focus before resuming shooting.

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Using the Focus Assistance Functions

In order to focus more accurately, you can use two focus assistance functions – peaking, which creates a clearer
contrast by emphasizing the outlines of the subject, and magnifying, which enlarges the image on the screen.
You can use both functions simultaneously for greater effect.

You can also use the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [F. Assist. B&W] setting (0 107) to switch
the screen to black & white while using the focus assistance functions.

Peaking

The camcorder offers two peaking levels. Select the level before activating
peaking.

1 Open the [Select] submenu (under [Peaking]) to select the peaking level.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [Select] (under [Peaking])

2 Select the desired level and then press SET.

3 Open the [Peaking] submenu.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [Peaking]

4 Select [On] and then press SET.

• The peaking icon (a or b) appears and the outlines in the

image will be emphasized.

NOTES

• Peaking appears only on the camcorder screen. It will not appear on an external monitor connected to the camcorder.

• Peaking will not affect your recordings.

• You can set the color, gain and frequency of the two peaking levels independently of each other.

• When you are adjusting the focus, you can use the [J Other Functions] [WFM (LCD)] [Edge Monitor]
setting (0 85) to help you focus even more accurately.

• If you set an assignable button to [Peaking] (097), you can press the button to activate the selected peaking level.

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[Select]

(under [Peaking])

[Peaking 1]

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[Peaking]

[Off]

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Magnification

Press the MAGN. button.

• i appears on the bottom of the screen and the center of the screen is

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magnified approximately 2 times*.

• Press the button again to cancel the function.

* The magnification that appears on the LCD screen and on the viewfinder screen is

different. The magnification also differs based on the video configuration.

NOTES

• Magnification appears only on the camcorder screen. It will not appear
on an external monitor connected to the camcorder.

• Magnification will not affect your recordings.

Autofocus Mode

The camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system and continuously adjusts the focus on the subject in the center
of the screen. The focusing range is 2 cm (0.8 in.; at full wide-angle, measured from the front of the lens barrel) to
f.

During autofocus mode, you can turn the manual ring to focus manually. When you stop turning the ring, the
camcorder returns to autofocus mode. This is useful in situations such as when focusing on a subject on the
other side of a window.

Press the AF/MF button.

• A appears on the bottom left of the screen.

Setting the Autofocus Mode

You can select how the camcorder focuses during autofocus mode.

1 Open the autofocus [Speed] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [AF Mode] [Speed]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

[l Camera Setup]

[AF Mode]

[Speed]

[Instant]

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Options

[Instant]: Sets the autofocus mode to Instant AF. The focus is adjusted at the highest speed. This mode is useful

even when recording in very bright or low-light surroundings. This mode uses both the TTL system and
external sensor for focusing.

[Medium]: Sets the autofocus mode to Medium AF. The camcorder focuses more smoothly on the subject than when

using the [Instant] setting.

[Normal]: Sets the autofocus mode to Normal AF. The autofocus adjustment is made at a stable speed.

NOTES

• When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder closes down the aperture. This may cause the picture
to appear blurred and is more noticeable toward the wide-angle end of the zoom range. In such case, set the
[l Camera Setup] [ND Filter] setting (0 145) to [Automatic].

• When you attach the optional WD-H58W Wide-converter or TL-H58 Tele-converter to the camcorder, the
[Instant] and [Medium] settings are not available.

• Autofocus takes longer to focus when the frame rate is set to [30P] or [24P] than when it is set to [60i].

• When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear blurred.

• Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects or in the following cases. In such case, focus manually.

- Reflective surfaces

- Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines

- Fast moving subjects

- Through dirty or wet windows

- Night scenes

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Detecting and Focusing On Faces

The camcorder can detect a person’s face during autofocus mode,
automatically focus on it, and even track it if the person moves. When
there are a number of people in the picture, one person (with the white
face detection frame) will be determined to be the main subject and the
camcorder will focus on that person’s face.

1 Open the [Face AF] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [AF Mode] [Face AF]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.
3 Set an assignable button to [Select Face] (0 97).
4 Point the camcorder at the subject.

• If there is more than one person in the picture, the camcorder will automatically select one person it

determines is the main subject. The camcorder will indicate the main subject with a white face detection
frame and other faces with gray frames.

• To change the main subject when there is more than one person, press the assignable button set to [Select

Face] (0 97) or set [J Other Functions] [Custom Key/Dial] [Normal] to [Face AF] (0 47) and turn
the CUSTOM dial.

[l Camera Setup]

[AF Mode]

[Face AF]

[Off]

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Options

[Face Pri.]8: This sets the camcorder to face priority autofocus. If the camcorder detects the subject’s face, the

camcorder focuses on and tracks it. When there is no face detected, the camcorder focuses on the

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[Face Only]9: If the camcorder detects the subject’s face, the camcorder focuses on and tracks it. Unlike the [Face

[Off]: Use this setting if you do not intend to use [Face AF].

NOTES

• The camcorder may mistakenly detect the faces of non-human subjects. In such case, turn face detection off.

• In certain cases, faces may not be detected correctly. Typical examples include:

- Faces extremely small, large, dark or bright in relation to the overall picture.

- Faces that are turned to the side, at a diagonal or partially hidden.

• Face detection cannot be used in the following cases:

- When the shutter speed used is slower than 1/30 (1/24 if the frame rate is set to [24P]).

- When using slow & fast motion recording mode and the shooting frame rate is set to less than 24P.

- When [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Scan Reverse Rec] is set to an option other than [Off].

- When Infrared mode is on.

• When a subject’s face is detected, the camcorder adds an event mark to that frame. You can then use the
supplied Canon XF Utility software to search for event marks in a clip.

• If you set an assignable button to [Face AF] (0 97) or set the CUSTOM button and dial to [Face AF] (0 47),
you can press the button to toggle between [Face Pri.], [Face Only] and [Off].

subject at the center of the screen.

Pri.] setting, when there is no face detected, the camcorder is set to manual focus.

Focus Limit and Macro Shooting

By default, the camcorder’s focus range allows macro shooting. You can
activate the focus limit to restrict the focus range. The focus range 2 cm
(0.8 in.; at full wide-angle) to f is limited to 60 cm (2 ft.) to f
(throughout the entire zoom range).

1 Open the [Focus Limit] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Focus Limit]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

• Select [Off] to enable macro shooting.

NOTES

• If you set an assignable button to [Focus Limit] (0 97), you can press the button to activate the focus limit.

[l Camera Setup]

[Focus Limit]

[Off]

Image Stabilizer

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Image Stabilizer

Use the image stabilizer to compensate for camcorder shake in order to
achieve steadier shots. There are 3 methods of image stabilization; select
the method that best suits your needs.

Dynamic IS P: Dynamic IS compensates for a higher degree of
camcorder shake, such as when shooting while walking, and is more
effective as the zoom approaches full wide angle.

Standard IS O: Standard IS compensates for a lower degree of
camcorder shake, such as when shooting while remaining stationary, and is suitable for shooting natural-looking
scenes.

Powered IS Q: Powered IS is most effective when you are stationary and zooming in on far subjects using high
zoom ratios (the more you approach the telephoto end). This mode is not suitable for tilting and panning shots.

Dynamic IS and Standard IS are activated using the camera menu. Powered IS is activated using an assignable
button.

To activate Dynamic IS or Standard IS

Operating modes:

1 Open the [OIS Functions] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [OIS Functions]

2 Select [Img Stab.] and then press SET.

• Select [Off] to turn off image stabilization.

3 Open the [Image Stabilizer] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Image Stabilizer]

4 Select [Dynamic] or [Standard] and then press SET.

• The icon of the selected mode appears on the bottom of the screen.

[l Camera Setup]

[OIS Functions]

[Img Stab.]

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To activate Powered IS

By default, assignable button 1 is set to [Powered IS]. Press the button to
activate Powered IS. The Powered IS icon (Q) appears on the bottom of
the screen.

NOTES

• If you set an assignable button to [Img Stab.] (0 97), you can press the
button to turn the selected image stabilization method on or off.

• If the degree of camcorder shake is too high, the image stabilizer may
not be able to fully compensate.

• When you are using [Dynamic] mode, the edges of the picture may be
adversely affected (such as ghosting, artifacts and dark areas) when
compensating for a high degree of camcorder shake.

• When the camcorder is mounted on a tripod, turn off image stabilization.

• You can activate Powered IS even when image stabilization is turned off.

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Gain

The gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending on the lighting and shooting
conditions. You can select automatic or manual gain control.

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Operating modes:

Automatic Gain Control (AGC)

The camcorder automatically adjusts the gain based on the subject’s brightness. If manual gain control is
activated, follow the procedure below to activate automatic gain control.

Press the GAIN button repeatedly until the A icon appears next to
the gain value on the screen.

• When you set the camcorder to full auto mode (0 42), automatic gain
control will be activated.

Setting the Gain Limit (AGC Limit)

When the AGC switch is set to ON, you can activate the gain limit to
prevent the camcorder from setting a level higher than a preset limit
between 3 dB and 21 dB.

1 Open the [AGC Limit] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [AGC Limit]

2 Select the desired level and then press SET.

Available Gain Limits

Off/24 dB 21 dB 18 dB 15 dB 12 dB 9 dB 6 dB 3 dB

NOTES

• When you set the camcorder to full auto mode (0 42), [AGC Limit] will
be set to [Off/24 dB].

[l Camera Setup]

[AGC Limit]

[Off/24 dB]

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Manual Gain Control

You can manually adjust the gain of the 3 preset gain levels (L: low, M: middle, H: high). Each level can be set
independently. You can also fine-tune the gain in 0.5 dB increments.

Assigning Gain Values

You can assign separate gain values to the L, M and H preset levels.
Then, you can activate the desired gain level using the GAIN button.

1 Open the [Gain] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Gain]
2 Select [L], [M] or [H] and then press SET.
3 Select the desired gain level.

• To fine-tune the gain, select [Fine Tuning] and then select the desired
gain level.

• Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set other preset levels, as necessary.

Available Gain Levels

Setting Description

-6.0 dB, -3.0 dB For the lowest noise recording when recording indoor, low-light or low-contrast scenes.

0.0 dB For lifelike night scenes or scenes under artificial lighting.

3.0 dB, 6.0 dB, 12.0 dB, 18.0 dB, 24.0 dB, 33.0 dB Increases the brightness in indoor or low-light scenes that are especially dark.

[Fine Tuning] (0.0 to 24.0 dB) Select [Fine Tuning] to adjust the gain in 0.5 dB increments.

[l Camera Setup]

[Gain]

[L 0.0 dB]

[M 6.0 dB]

[H 12.0 dB]

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Applying the Assigned Gain Level

Press the GAIN button.

• Each time you press the button, the gain will change in the following
sequence: AGC  L  M  H. The camcorder’s gain level will change
accordingly.

Exposure Bar

I.AF

A5000 K
F1.8

L0. 0 dB 1/60

Exposure bar

When the gain and aperture are set to manual and the shutter speed is
not set to auto, the exposure bar will appear on the screen. The
exposure bar indicates the approximate exposure adjustment within a
range of ±2 EV. Beyond this range, the indicator will flash.

NOTES

• When you select high gain levels, the picture may flicker slightly. The 33.0 dB gain level in particular, allows you
to shoot video with a higher sensitivity but is more prone to the appearance of noise and artifacts (white dots,
vertical streaks or blocking).

• You can use the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Shockless Gain] setting (0 107) for a smooth
transition when changing the gain.

00 00 00 00

CH1/CH2

CH1

-dB 40 30 20 10 0
CH2

Shutter Speed

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Shutter Speed

Set the shutter speed based on the recording conditions. For example, you may want to set slower shutter
speeds in darker environments. The camcorder offers the following 6 modes.

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Operating modes:

Off: The camcorder uses a standard shutter speed based on the frame rate.
Automatic ([Automatic]): The camcorder automatically adjusts the shutter speed based on the picture’s

brightness. This mode is not available during slow & fast motion recording mode. In this mode, the A icon will
appear on the screen next to the shutter speed.

Speed ([Speed]): Allows you to set the shutter speed (in fractions of a second).
Angle ([Angle]): You can set the shutter angle to determine the shutter speed.
Clear scan ([Clear Scan]): Set the frequency in order to record CRT computer monitors without displaying black

bands or flicker on the screen.
Slow shutter ([Slow]): You can set slower shutter speeds to obtain brighter recordings in places with insufficient

lighting. This mode is not available during slow & fast motion recording mode.

Available Shutter Speeds

The available shutter speeds vary depending on the frame rate.

Shutter speed

mode

1

Off

2

Auto

Speed 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150,

Angle 360°, 240°, 216°, 180°, 120°, 90°,

Clear scan 59.94 Hz to 251.13 Hz 29.97Hz to 251.13 Hz 23.97 Hz to 251.13 Hz

Slow shutter21/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30 1/4, 1/8, 1/15 1/3, 1/6, 1/12

Infrared mode 1/60 to 1/100 1/30 to 1/100 1/24 to 1/100

Slow shutter
during Infrared

2

mode

1

During slow & fast motion recording mode, the shutter speed will be based on the
selected shooting frame rate.

2

Not available during slow & fast motion recording mode.

1/60 1/30 1/24

1/60 to 1/500 1/30 to 1/500 1/24 to 1/500

1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300, 1/360,
1/420, 1/500, 1/600, 1/720, 1/840,
1/1000, 1/1200, 1/1400, 1/1700,
1/2000

60°, 45°, 30°, 22.5°, 15°, 11.25°

1/30 to 1/100 1/15 to 1/100 1/12 to 1/100

60i 30P 24P

Frame rate

1/30, 1/34, 1/40, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60,
1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150,
1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300, 1/360,
1/420, 1/500, 1/600, 1/720, 1/840,
1/1000, 1/1200, 1/1400, 1/1700,
1/2000

360°, 240°, 216°, 180°, 120°, 108°,
90°, 60°, 45°, 30°, 22.5°, 15°, 11.25°

1/24, 1/25, 1/30, 1/34, 1/40, 1/48,
1/50, 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120,
1/150, 1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300,
1/360, 1/420, 1/500, 1/600, 1/720,
1/840, 1/1000, 1/1200, 1/1400,
1/1700, 1/2000

360°, 345.6°, 288°, 240°, 180°,

172.8°, 144°, 120°, 90°, 86.4°, 72°,
60°, 45°, 30°, 22.5°, 15°, 11.25°

Shutter Speed

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Changing the Shutter Speed Mode

1 Open the [Shutter] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Shutter]

2 Select the desired mode and then press SET.
3 Close the menu and then press the SHUTTER button.

• If you selected [Automatic], the shutter speed mode is set to

automatic and you do not need to perform the rest of the procedure.

• The shutter speed on the screen appears highlighted in orange.

4 Use the joystick to adjust the shutter speed.

• For [Clear Scan], adjust the frequency so that black bands do not

appear.

5 Press SET.

• The orange frame will disappear. The selected setting and shutter

speed mode will be set.

• To set the shutter speed mode to off, press the SHUTTER button

again.

Using Slow Shutter Mode

When recording in dark surroundings, you can obtain a brighter picture
by using slow shutter mode. You can also use this mode when you
wish to add certain effects to your recordings, such as blurring the
background during panning shots or recording a moving subject with
an afterimage trail.

• Image quality may not be as good as when using faster shutter
speeds in brighter surroundings.

• Autofocus may not work well.

[l Camera Setup]

[Shutter]

[Automatic]

NOTES

• When you record under bright conditions using automatic aperture control, the camcorder closes down the
aperture. This may cause the picture to appear blurred. To prevent this, set the shutter speed to
1/100 or faster.

• When you set the camcorder to full auto mode (0 42), the shutter speed mode will be set to auto (except in
slow & fast motion recording mode).

• When the gain and aperture are set to manual and the shutter speed is not set to auto, the exposure bar will
appear on the screen (0 55).

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Flicker Reduction

When recording under artificial light sources such as fluorescent, mercury
or halogen lamps, the screen may flicker depending on the shutter speed.
To avoid the flicker, select speed mode and set the shutter speed to
1/50* or 1/100 (or an equivalent value in angle mode). Alternatively, you
can perform the following procedure to have the camcorder automatically
detect and reduce flicker.

* Available depending on the frame rate.

1 Open the [Flicker Reduction] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Flicker Reduction]

2 Select [Automatic] and then press SET.

[l Camera Setup]

[Flicker Reduction]

[Off]

Adjusting the Aperture

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Adjusting the Aperture

You can affect the brightness of your recordings or change the depth of field by adjusting the aperture. Increase
the aperture value (F8) so that objects that are close and far away will be in focus. You can have the camcorder
adjust the aperture automatically or you can manually adjust it to give you more control over your recording.

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Operating modes:

Automatic Aperture Control

The camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture based on the brightness
of the subject. If manual aperture control is activated, follow the procedure
below to activate automatic aperture control.

Press the IRIS button.

•The A icon appears next to the aperture value on the screen.

• When you set the camcorder to full auto mode (0 42), the camcorder
automatically controls the aperture.

Manual Aperture Control

When automatic aperture control is not activated, follow the procedure
below to adjust the aperture manually.

1 Move the manual ring switch to IRIS(ND).

• Alternatively, you can use the CUSTOM dial to manually adjust the

aperture (0 47).

2 Turn the manual ring to adjust the aperture.

• The f-number displayed on the screen will be in 1/4-stop increments.

Available aperture settings

F1.8 F2.0 F2.2 F2.4 F2.6 F2.8 F3.2 F3.4 F3.7 F4.0 F4.4

F4.8 F5.2 F5.6 F6.2 F6.7 F7.3 F8.0 F8.7* F9.5* F10* F11*

F12* F14* F15* F16* F17* F19* F21* F22* CLOSE*

* Can be selected only when the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Iris Limit] setting is set to [Off].

NOTES

•If you set [l Camera Setup] [ND Filter] to [Automatic], the ND filter will activate automatically depending
on the recording conditions.

• When the gain and aperture are set to manual and the shutter speed is not set to auto, the exposure bar will
appear on the screen (0 55).

• You can use the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Iris Limit] setting (0 107) to prevent the
aperture from closing below the diffraction limit of the lens (F8.0). When it is on, the maximum aperture value is
[F8.0]. When it is off, you can fully close the aperture but aperture values that exceed the diffraction limit will
appear in gray. Using aperture values displayed in gray will cause diffraction blur.

Adjusting the Aperture

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• When you set the aperture value manually, it is not retained if you activate automatic aperture control
(excluding full auto mode). The aperture value set automatically by the camcorder will be retained when you
switch back to manual aperture control.

• If the built-in ND filter is activated, the picture may become dark when you set a high aperture value. In such
case, set the ND filter to [Off] and readjust the aperture.

• You can use the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [I. Ring Direction] setting (0 107) to change
the direction of the adjustment when you turn the manual ring.

• You can set the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [ZR-2000 AE SHIFT] setting (0 107) to [Iris] to
change the aperture value using the AE SHIFT dial on the optional ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller.

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Adjusting the AE Level

Use the AE shift control to adjust AE level in order to darken or lighten the
image. You can select from 15 AE levels.

1 Open the [AE Shift] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [AE Shift]

2 Select an AE level and then press SET.

Available AE Levels

+2.0 +1.5 +1.25 +1.0 +0.75 +0.5 +0.25 ±0

-0.25 -0.5 -0.75 -1.0 -1.25 -1.5 -2.0

NOTES

• You cannot adjust the AE level if the camcorder is set to full auto mode (0 42).

• You can set the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [ZR-2000 AE SHIFT] setting (0 107) to
[AE Shift] to adjust the AE level using the AE SHIFT dial on the optional ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller.

Setting the Light Metering Mode

Select the light metering mode to match the recording conditions. This will
ensure that your subject will have a more suitable exposure level.

1 Open the [Light Metering] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Light Metering]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

• The icon of the selected mode appears on the left side of the screen.

Options

[Backlight] K: Suitable when recording backlit scenes.
[Standard]: Averages the light metered from the entire screen, giving more weight to the subject in the center.
[Spotlight]

J: Use this option when recording a scene in which only a certain part of the picture is lit.

[l Camera Setup]

[AE Shift]

[±0]

[l Camera Setup]

[Light Metering]

[Standard]

NOTES

• When you set the camcorder to full auto mode (0 42), [Light Metering] will be set to [Standard].

• If you set an assignable button to [Backlight] or [Spotlight] (0 97), you can press the button to change the
light metering mode.

White Balance

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White Balance

The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate color display under
different lighting conditions. There are 4 methods of setting the white balance.

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Auto white balance: The camcorder automatically adjusts the white balance to the optimal level.
Preset white balance: Set the white balance to either [Daylight] (5,400 K) or [Tungsten] (3,200 K).
Set color temperature: Allows you to set the color temperature between 2,000 K and 15,000 K.
Custom white balance: You can use a white object to measure the white balance and set it to one of two preset

positions.
When recording under fluorescent lights, we recommend using auto white balance or setting the custom white

balance.

Operating modes:

NOTES

• The settings in the [Custom Picture] [Color Matrix] and [White Balance] settings (0 99) take precedence
over the white balance settings.

Auto White Balance

The camcorder constantly adjusts the white balance automatically to
achieve an optimal level. The camcorder will adjust the white balance if the
light source changes.

Press the WB button.

•The A icon appears next to the color temperature on the screen. If
another icon appears or no icons appear, press the button again until the
A icon appears.

• When you set the camcorder to full auto mode (0 42), auto white
balance mode will be activated.

NOTES

• Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases:

- Changing lighting conditions

-Close-ups

- Subjects in a single color (sky, sea or forest)

- Under mercury lamps and certain types of fluorescent lights

Preset White Balance

The camcorder comes preset with outdoor (daylight: 5,400 K) and indoor
(incandescent light: 3,200 K) settings. You can fine tune the setting after
selecting it.

[l Camera Setup]

[White Balance]

1 Open the [White Balance] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [White Balance]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

[Daylight]

White Balance

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3 Close the menu and then press the WB button.

• Press the button repeatedly until the icon of the desired setting appears in the lower left of the screen.

Options

[Daylight] H: Suitable for recording scenes such as sunrises/sunsets, fireworks or night scenes.
[Tungsten] I: Suitable for recording scenes such as at a party with changing lighting conditions or scenes under

studio lighting or sodium lamps.

[Kelvin]: Allows you to set the color temperature value (0 61).

Fine-tuning the Preset White Balance

You can fine-tune the [Daylight] and [Tungsten] settings within a range of

-9 to 9.

1 Press the S button.

• The white balance icon on the screen is highlighted in orange.
2 Select the desired adjustment level with the joystick.
3 Press the S button.

• The white balance icon will no longer be highlighted in orange. The

adjustment level will appear next to the icon.

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Setting the Color Temperature

The following procedure allows you to specify the color temperature
between 2,000 K and 15,000 K in 100 K increments.

1 Open the [White Balance] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [White Balance]

2 Select [Kelvin] and then press SET.
3 Close the menu and then press the S button.

• If auto white balance is activated, press the WB button and then press

the S button.

• The displayed color temperature appears highlighted in orange.

4 Select the desired color temperature with the joystick and then

press the S button.

• The color temperature will be set and the displayed color temperature

will no longer be highlighted in orange.

[l Camera Setup]

[White Balance]

[Daylight]

White Balance

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Custom White Balance

You can store two custom white balance settings in the camcorder for
future use.

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1 Press the WB button to select the F A or F B custom setting.

•The F A or F B appears next to the color temperature on the
screen. If another icon appears or no icon appears, press the button
again until the desired icon appears.

2 Point the camcorder at a white object so that it fills the whole

screen.

• Use the same lighting conditions you plan to use when recording.

3Press the S button.

•The F A or F B icon will flash quickly.

• Make sure the white object fills the screen until the procedure is
completed.

• After the icon stops flashing, the procedure is completed. The setting is retained even if you turn off the
camcorder.

NOTES

•Set the [l Camera Setup] [Tele-converter] setting (0 146) to [Off] in advance.

• Readjust the custom white balance if the light source changes.

• Very rarely and depending on the light source, F may keep flashing (it will change to a slow flashing). The
result will still be better than with the auto white balance.

Zooming

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Zooming

You can operate the zoom (up to 10x) using the zoom rocker on the side grip or the one on the handle. You can
also use the manual ring or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller. For zooms with a gradual start and/or
stop, use soft zoom control (0 66).

You can also use the [l Camera Setup] [Tele-converter] setting to increase the focal length by a factor of
approximately 1.5, 3 or 6.* Alternatively, you can set an assignable button to [Tele-converter] (0 97) or set
[J Other Functions] [Custom Key/Dial] to [Tele-converter] (0 47) to activate the digital tele-converter.

* The image is digitally processed, so the image resolution may deteriorate.

Operating modes:

Using the Manual Ring

Move the manual ring switch to ZOOM and then turn the manual
ring.

• When you operate the zoom, a zoom indicator* will appear on the screen
that shows the approximate zoom position.

* You can use the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Zoom Indicator] setting

(0 107) to set the zoom indicator to a numerical display.

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NOTES

• If you turn the manual ring too quickly, the camcorder may not be able to
zoom immediately. In such case, the camcorder will zoom after you finish
turning the manual ring.

Using the Zoom Rockers, Wireless Controller or
Optional Remote Control

When you operate the zoom, a zoom indicator* will appear on the screen that shows the approximate zoom
position.

* You can use the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Zoom Indicator] setting (0 107) to set the zoom indicator to a

numerical display.

Zooming

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Using the Grip Zoom Rocker

Use the functions in the [l Camera Setup] [Zoom] submenus to set
the zoom speed. When you select a constant zoom speed, set one of 16
constant speeds (1 is the slowest, 16 the fastest). With a variable zoom

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speed, press gently for a slow zoom; press harder for faster zooms.

Move the zoom rocker toward Q to zoom out (wide-angle) and
toward

P to zoom in (telephoto).

Setting the Zoom Speed

Refer to the following table for approximate zoom speeds of the entire
zoom range (end to end).

1 Open the zoom [Speed Level] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Speed Level]
2 Select [Fast], [Normal] or [Slow] and then press SET.
3 Open the [Grip Rocker] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Grip Rocker]
4 Select [Constant] or [Variable] and then press SET.

To set the speed level for [Constant]

5 Open the grip rocker [Constant Speed] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Constant Speed]
6 Select the desired level and then press SET.

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Speed Level]

[Normal]

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Grip Rocker]

[Variable]

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Constant Speed 8]

Approximate zoom speeds (grip zoom rocker)

[Grip Rocker]

setting

[Constant]

[Variable] – 4 sec. to 4 min. 45 sec. 3 sec. to 3 min. 2 sec.* to 1 min.

* When the zoom speed is too fast (approximately 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will have more trouble focusing auto-

matically while zooming.

[Constant Speed]

setting

[1] (slowest) 4 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 1 min.

[16] (fastest) 4 sec. 3 sec. 2 sec.*

[Slow] [Normal] [Fast]

[Speed Level] setting

Using the Handle Zoom Rocker

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Use the functions in the [l Camera Setup] [Zoom] submenus to set
the zoom speed.

Move the zoom rocker toward Q to zoom out (wide-angle) and
toward

P to zoom in (telephoto).

Zooming

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Setting the Zoom Speed

Refer to the following table for approximate zoom speeds of the entire
zoom range (end to end).

1 Open the zoom [Speed Level] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Speed Level]
2 Select [Fast], [Normal] or [Slow] and then press SET.
3 Open the zoom [Handle Rocker] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Handle Rocker]
4 Select the desired level and then press SET.

• You can select [Off] if you do not intend to use the handle zoom
rocker.

Approximate zoom speeds (handle zoom rocker)

[Handle Rocker] setting

[1] (slowest) 4 min. 45 sec. 3 min. 1 min.

[16] (fastest) 4 sec. 3 sec. 2 sec.*

* When the zoom speed is too fast (approximately 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will have more trouble focusing auto-

matically while zooming.

[Slow] [Normal] [Fast]

[Speed Level] setting

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Speed Level]

[Normal]

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Handle Rocker 8]

Using the Wireless Controller or Optional Remote Control

The zoom speeds when using the wireless controller and when using an optional (ZR-2000 or ZR-1000 Zoom
Remote Controller) or commercially available remote control connected to the REMOTE terminal are different.
When using the wireless controller, you must press the record enable button and desired zoom button
simultaneously to zoom.

Zooming

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Setting the Zoom Speed

Perform the following procedure to set the zoom speed for the supplied
wireless controller. Refer to the following table for a summary of zoom

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speeds when using the wireless controller or other remote controls.

1 Open the zoom [Speed Level] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Speed Level]
2 Select [Fast], [Normal] or [Slow] and then press SET.
3 Open the zoom [Wireless Controller] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Wireless Controller]
4 Select the desired level and then press SET.

• This setting affects both the wireless controller and optional remote
controls.

Zoom speeds

Accessory Zoom speed

Wireless controller (supplied)

Remote control without variable zoom speed
control (commercially available)

Remote control with variable zoom speed control
(optional ZR-2000 or ZR-1000 Zoom Remote
Controller, etc.)

Constant zoom speed that is selected
from the menu.

Constant zoom speed.

Based on zoom speed setting of the
remote control.

[l Camera Setup]

[

Zoom]

[Speed Level]

[Normal]

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Wireless Controller 8]

Soft Zoom Control

Soft zoom control allows you to start and/or stop the zoom gradually.

1 Open the [Soft Zoom Control] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Soft Zoom Control]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

Options

[Both]: Zoom starts and stops gradually.
[Stop]: Zoom stops gradually.
[Start]: Zoom starts gradually.
[Off]: Use this setting if you do not intend to use soft zoom control.

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Soft Zoom Control]

[Off]

Using Optional Conversion Lenses

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Using Optional Conversion Lenses

Attaching the optional TL-H58 Tele-converter increases the focal length of
the camcorder by a factor of approximately 1.5. Attaching the optional
WD-H58W Wide-converter decreases the focal length by a factor of
approximately 0.8. When you attach a conversion lens, perform the
procedure below to optimize the autofocus and minimum object distance
for the particular lens.

Operating modes:

1 Open the [Conversion Lens] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Conversion Lens]

2 Select [TL-H58] or [WD-H58W] and then press SET.

• If the autofocus is set to Instant AF or Medium AF, it will change to Normal AF.

• The minimum object distance throughout the entire zoom range will be approximately 130 cm (4.3 ft) when
using the tele-converter and approximately 40 cm (1.3 ft) when using the wide-converter.

• Select [Off] if you do not intend to use a conversion lens.

NOTES

• If you set an assignable button to [TL-H58] or [WD-H58W] (0 97), you can press the button to optimize the
settings for the selected conversion lens.

• Vignetting may occur when taking wide angle shots with a tele-converter.

• The approximate subject distance displayed on the screen will change depending on the [Conversion Lens]
setting. If you are not using a conversion lens, select [Off].

[l Camera Setup]

[Conversion Lens]

[Off]

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Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns

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Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns

Using onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is correctly framed and is within the appropriate
safe area. The zebra patterns help you identify areas that are overexposed. The onscreen markers and zebra
pattern will not affect your recordings.

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Operating modes:

Displaying Onscreen Markers

Available types of onscreen markers are a center marker ([Center]),
horizontal level marker ([Horizontal]), grid ([Grid]), safe area markers
([Safety Zone]) and aspect ratio marker ([Aspect Marker]).

Safety zone 80%

Level marker

Aspect guide 4:3

Grid

Center marker

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[Markers]

[Center]

[Horizontal]

[Grid]

[Safety Zone]

[Aspect Marker]

[Off]

1 Open the desired marker submenu.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [Markers] select the desired marker (see Options below)

2 Select [White] or [Gray] and then press SET.

• Select [Off] to turn off the selected marker.

• You can display multiple markers simultaneously. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each marker you wish to display.

• If you selected [Safety Zone] or [Aspect Marker], continue to step 3. If not, skip to step 4.

3 Select [Safety Zone Area] or [Aspect Ratio], select the desired option and then press SET.
4 Select [Enable], select [On] and then press SET to enable the onscreen markers.

• All of the selected onscreen markers will be displayed.

• Select [Off] to turn off all onscreen markers.

Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns

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Options

[Center]: Displays a small marker that indicates the center of the screen.
[Horizontal]: Displays a horizontal line to help you compose level shots.
[Grid]: Displays a grid that allows you to frame your shots correctly (horizontally and vertically).
[Safety Zone]: Displays indicators that show various safe areas, such as the action safe area and text safe area.

Available options for [Safety Zone Area] are [95%], [92.5%], [90%] and [80%].

[Aspect Marker]: Displays markers that indicate various aspect ratios to help you keep your shot within that area.

Available options for [Aspect Ratio] are [2.35:1], [1.85:1], [1.75:1], [1.66:1], [14:9], [13:9] and [4:3].

NOTES

• If you set an assignable button to [Markers] (0 97), you can press the button to activate or deactivate the
onscreen markers.

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Displaying Zebra Patterns

This camcorder has a zebra pattern feature that shows black and white
diagonal stripes over areas that are overexposed. This is displayed only
on the screen and will not affect your recordings. There are two types of
zebra patterns and you can display both simultaneously. Zebra 1 lets you
identify areas within a certain range (±5 of a specified level) while zebra 2
lets you identify areas that are over a specified level. When you display
both simultaneously and they overlap, only zebra 1 will be displayed in
those areas.

1 Open the zebra pattern [Select] submenu.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [Select] (under [Zebra])

2 Select [Zebra 1], [Zebra 2] or [Zebra 1&2] and then press SET.
3 Open the zebra level submenu.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [Zebra 1 Level] or [Zebra 2 Level]

4 Select a zebra level and then press SET.
5 Open the [Zebra] submenu.

[M LCD/VF Setup] [Zebra]

6 Select [On] to activate the selected zebra pattern.

NOTES

• If you set an assignable button to [Zebra] (0 97), you can press the button to activate the selected zebra
pattern.

• You can use the [M LCD/VF Setup] [HD Output] setting (0 149) to display the zebra pattern on an
external monitor connected to the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only), HDMI OUT terminal or HD/SD
COMPONENT OUT terminal (HD output only).

• When the HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal is set to output a standard definition signal, the output will
switch to a high definition signal while the zebra pattern is displayed if you set [HD Output] to [On].

• Zebra patterns will not appear in the viewfinder if you select [Zebra 1&2].

[M LCD/VF Setup]

[Select]

(under [Zebra])

[Zebra 1]

Setting the Time Code

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Setting the Time Code

The camcorder can generate a time code signal and embed it in your recordings. You can have the camcorder
output the time code signal from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only) or GENLOCK/TC terminal
(b only; 0 75). In addition, you can superimpose the time code on video output from the HDMI OUT

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terminal, HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal or AV terminal. You can also select between a drop frame and
non-drop frame time code.

b To synchronize the camcorder’s time code to an external time code generator, refer to Synchronizing
with an External Device (0 74).

Operating modes:

Selecting the Running Mode

You can select the running mode of the camcorder’s time code.

1 Open the time code [Mode] submenu.

[L TC/UB Setup] [Time Code] [Mode]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

• If you selected [Regen.], you do not need to perform the rest of this
procedure. If you selected [Preset] and would like to set the time
code’s initial value, see the following section Setting the Time Code’s
Initial Value.

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

[L TC/UB Setup] [Time Code] [Run]

4 Select the desired option and then press SET.

Options

[Preset]: After you select this option, select a [Run] option. With [Rec Run],

the time code runs only when recording and clips on the same CF
card will have a continuous time code; with [Free Run], the time
code runs regardless of the camcorder’s operation. You can also
choose to set the time code’s initial value for either [Run] option.

[Regen.]: The time code runs while recording. Use this running mode to

continue with the last recorded time code on the media.

Setting the Time Code’s Initial Value

If you set the running mode to [Preset], you can set the initial value of the
time code.

1 Open the time code [Setting] submenu.

[L TC/UB Setup] [Time Code] [Setting]

2 Select [Set] and then press SET.

• The time code setting screen appears with an orange selection frame indicating the hours.

• To reset the time code to [00:00:00.00], select [Reset] instead.

3 Select the hours and then move (A) to minutes.

[L TC/UB Setup]

[L TC/UB Setup]

[L TC/UB Setup]

[Time Code]

[Mode]

[Preset]

[Time Code]

[Run]

[Rec Run]

[Time Code]

[Setting]

Setting the Time Code

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4 Change the rest of the fields (minutes, seconds, frame) in the same way.

• Press the CANCEL button to close the screen without setting the time code.

5 Select [Set] to close the screen.

• If the running mode is set to [Free Run], the time code will start running from the value set in steps 2 to 4.

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Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame

You can select between a drop frame (DF) or non-drop frame (NDF) time
code, depending on how you plan to use your recording. When the
[J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting is set to [24P], the time code
will be set to non-drop frame.

1 Open the [DF/NDF] submenu.

[L TC/UB Setup] [Time Code] [DF/NDF]

2 Select [DF] or [NDF] and then press SET.

• The time code’s display will differ depending on the setting. When you select [DF], the time code will appear
as [00:00:00.00]; when you select [NDF], it will appear as [00:00:00:00].

[L TC/UB Setup]

[Time Code]

[DF/NDF]

[DF]

Putting the Time Code Display on Hold

If you set an assignable button to [Time Code Hold] (0 97), you can freeze the display of the time code*. While
the time code display is put on hold, [H] will appear on the screen next to the time code.

The time code continues to run normally while the time code display is on hold. When you resume the time code
display, the current time code will be displayed.

* The time code signal output from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only) or GENLOCK/TC terminal (b only) will not be put

on hold. The time code superimposed on the video signal output from the other terminals will be put on hold.

About the Time Code Display

An icon may appear next to the time code depending on the operation. Refer to the following table.

Icon Description

R The running mode is set to [Regen.].

P The running mode is set to [Preset] with the [Rec Run] option selected.

F The running mode is set to [Preset] with the [Free Run] option selected.

E Time code signal is coming from an external source.

H Time code display is on hold.

No icon Time code during clip playback.

Setting the Time Code

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NOTES

•When the [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting is set to [24P], the frames value in the time code runs
from 0 to 23. For other settings, it runs from 0 to 29.

• b When the [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting is set to [24P], the frames value in the time

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code signal output from the HD/ SD SDI terminal or GENLOCK/TC terminal runs from 0 to 29.

• When you are using interval recording, frame recording or slow & fast motion recording mode, you cannot
select the [Free Run] option for the [Preset] running mode. Conversely, when you are using pre-recording
mode, [Free Run] is automatically set and cannot be changed.

• When you mix drop frame and non-drop frame time codes, there might be a discontinuity in the time code at
the point where the recording starts.

• As long as the built-in rechargeable lithium battery is charged and you selected the [Free Run] option, the time
code continues to run even if you disconnect all other power sources. However, this is less accurate than
when the camcorder is on.

• If you set an assignable button to [Time Code] (0 97), you can press the button to open the [L TC/UB
Setup] [Time Code] submenu.

Setting the User Bit

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Setting the User Bit

The user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of
recording, or an identification code consisting of 8 characters in the
hexadecimal system. There are sixteen possible characters: the numbers
0 to 9 and the letters A to F.
b If user bit information is being received along with an external
time code, you can also record the external user bit on the recording
media.

Operating modes:

1 Open the user bit [Setting] submenu.

[L TC/UB Setup] [User Bit] [Type] [Setting]

• To set the time for the user bit select [Time] instead; to set the date for the user bit, select [Date]. In such
case, the rest of the procedure is not necessary.

2 Select [Set] and then press SET.

• The user bit setting screen appears with an orange selection frame on the leftmost digit.

• To reset the user bit to [00 00 00 00], select [Reset] instead.

3 Select an alphanumeric character (hexadecimal) then move (A) to the next digit.
4 Change the rest of the digits in the same way.

• Press the CANCEL button to close the screen without setting the user bit.

5 Select [Set] to close the screen.

[L TC/UB Setup]

[User Bit]

[Type]

[Setting]

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b Synchronizing with an External Device

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b Synchronizing with an External Device

Using genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camcorder's video signal to that of an external video
device. Similarly, using an external time code signal, you can synchronize this camcorder's time code to the
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recording. You can also output the time code signal from this camcorder to achieve the same result. If you
output the time code from the HD/SD SDI terminal to an editing device, the editor can create video with the
same time code.

Connecting an External Device

When synchronizing the camcorder to an external signal, input a reference
video signal* or a time code signal through the GENLOCK/TC terminal. The
GENLOCK/TC terminal acts as both a Genlock and time code terminal.
When using a time code signal, set the terminal to input or output in
advance (see below).

* For the reference video signal, you can use an analog blackburst or tri-level signal.

Using a Reference Video Signal
(Genlock Synchronization)

When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal) is input
through the GENLOCK/TC terminal, the phases of the camcorder's V and
H sync will automatically be synchronized to it. The phase difference
between the external Genlock signal and the camcorder is initially set to 0.
The H phase can be adjusted within the range of approximately ±0.4 H (HD
equivalent).

Operating modes:

1 Open the [Genlock/TC Term.] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Genlock/TC Term.]

2 Select [Gen/TC In] and then press SET.
3 Open the [Genlock Adjust.] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Genlock Adjust.]

4 Adjust the phase to the desired level and then press SET.

• You can adjust the phase within -1023 to 1023. When selecting more
than 999 or less than -999, set the first field to 10 or -10, respectively.

Using a Time Code Signal

An external SMPTE-standard LTC timing signal received from the
GENLOCK/TC terminal will be recorded as the time code. The user bit of
the external timing signal can also be recorded. Before connecting the
device, set the GENLOCK/TC terminal to input. Also, you must set the
running mode of the time code to [Free Run] (0 70).

Operating modes:

[J Other Functions]

[Genlock/TC Term.]

[Gen/TC In]

[J Other Functions]

[Genlock Adjust.]

[J Other Functions]

[Genlock/TC Term.]

[Gen/TC In]

1 Open the [Genlock/TC Term.] submenu.

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[J Other Functions] [Genlock/TC Term.]

2 Select [Gen/TC In] and then press SET.

b Synchronizing with an External Device

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Recording the User Bit of an External Signal

The user bit of an external time code signal can also be recorded with the
time code itself.

1 Open the user bit [Rec Mode] submenu.

[L TC/UB Setup] [User Bit] [Rec Mode]

2 Select [External] and then press SET.

NOTES

• The Genlock signal synchronization stabilizes after approximately
10 seconds.

• Genlock synchronization is possible even when a standard definition Genlock signal is input. However,
Genlock synchronization is not possible when the camcorder’s video configuration is 1080i and the input
signal is 720P.

• If the external Genlock signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the external time code that is recorded
may be incorrect.

• While a time code signal is being received, the external time code’s drop-frame bit will be used.

• When an external time code signal is received, the camcorder’s own time code will be synchronized to it and
the synchronization will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the GENLOCK/TC terminal.
However, performing any of the following actions while the cable is not connected will cause the
synchronization to be disrupted; the correct time code will be restored once you reconnect the cable.

- Turning the camcorder off/on

- Changing the operating mode to mode

- Changing the video configuration

- Changing the frame rate

• If the external time code signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the internal time code set in the
[L TC/UB Setup] [Time Code] submenu will be recorded instead.

[L TC/UB Setup]

[User Bit]

[Rec Mode]

[Internal]

Time Code Signal Output

The time code will be output from the GENLOCK/TC terminal as an SMPTE-standard LTC timing signal. The
user bit will also be output. Before connecting the device, set the GENLOCK/TC terminal to output. If you set the
[N Video Setup] [SDI Output] setting to [HD] or [SD], the embedded time code will be output from the HD/
SD SDI terminal.

Operating modes:

1 Open the [Genlock/TC Term.] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Genlock/TC Term.]

2 Select [TC Out] and then press SET.

[J Other Functions]

[Genlock/TC Term.]

[Gen/TC In]

b Synchronizing with an External Device

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NOTES

• The user bit of the time code signal is output while the camcorder is recording in mode or during
playback of a clip in mode. When the [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting is set to [24P] and

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the [L TC/UB Setup] [User Bit] [Output Mode] setting is set to [Pulldown], the user bit will be 2:3
pulldown data. In other words, when a recording in 24P mode is output from the HD/SD SDI terminal, the
signal is converted to 60i using the 2:3 pulldown method. An external device can receive the data used in this
conversion (2:3 pulldown data) to convert the signal to 1080/24P specifications.

Recording Audio

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Recording Audio

The camcorder features two-channel linear PCM audio recording and playback with a sampling frequency of
48 kHz. You can record audio using the built-in microphone, optional external microphone (XLR or MIC terminal)
or line input (XLR terminal). You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2.

Operating modes:

Using the Built-in or External Microphone Connected to
the MIC Terminal

Follow the step below when you use the built-in microphone or an external
microphone with a ∅ 3.5 mm plug attached to the MIC terminal. You can
use the microphone attenuator for either type of microphone. If you are
using the built-in microphone, you can also use the low-cut filter and select
the sensitivity.

Set the AUDIO IN switch of the desired channel to INT.

• If you connect a microphone to the MIC terminal while the AUDIO IN
switch is set to INT, the camcorder will switch automatically from the
built-in microphone to the external microphone.

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Configuring the Built-in Microphone's Low-Cut Filter

1 Open the [Int. Mic Low Cut] submenu.

[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [Int. Mic Low Cut]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

Options

[Off]: For recording audio under usual conditions.
[LC1]: For recording mainly people’s voices.
[LC2]: For reducing the background sound of wind when recording

outdoors in windy surroundings (for example, on a beach or close to
buildings). Note that when you use this setting some low-frequency
sounds may be suppressed along with the sound of wind.

Selecting the Built-in Microphone’s Sensitivity

1 Open the [Int. Mic Sensitivity] submenu.

[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [Int. Mic Sensitivity]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

Options

[Normal]: For recording audio under usual conditions.
[High]: For recording audio at a higher volume (+6 dB).

[m Audio Setup]

[Audio Input]

[Int. Mic Low Cut]

[Off]

[m Audio Setup]

[Audio Input]

[Int. Mic Sensitivity]

[Normal]

Recording Audio

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Activating the Microphone Attenuator

If the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted when
recording with the built-in microphone or a microphone connected to the
MIC terminal, activate the microphone attenuator (12 dB for the built-in

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microphone, 20 dB for an external microphone).

1 Open the [Int. Mic Att.] submenu.

[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [Int. Mic Att.]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

Using Line Input or an External Microphone Connected to an XLR Terminal

Connecting an External Microphone to an XLR Terminal

Follow the procedure below to attach an external microphone to an XLR terminal (refer also to the following
illustration).

1 Loosen the microphone lock screw (햲), open the microphone holder unit and insert the microphone (햳).
2 Tighten the lock screw and put the microphone cable through the microphone cable clamp under the

microphone holder unit (햴).

3 Plug the microphone cable into the desired XLR terminal (햵).

[m Audio Setup]

Audio Input]

[

[Int. Mic Att.]

[Off]

Microphone lock screw Cable clamp XLR terminals

Recording Audio

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Switching Between External Microphone and Line Input

1 Set the AUDIO IN switch of the desired channel to EXT.
2 Set the XLR terminal switch of the desired channel to LINE or MIC.

• To supply a microphone with phantom power, set the switch to

MIC+48V instead. Make sure to connect the microphone first, before
turning the phantom power on. Keep the microphone connected when
turning off the phantom power.

• When using the XLR terminal to record to only one channel, use the

CH1 input terminal and set the XLR terminal switch for CH1 to LINE,
MIC or MIC+48V.

Selecting the Recording Channel

You can select to which channel the camcorder will record audio.

1 Open the [XLR Rec Channel] submenu.

[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [XLR Rec Channel]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

Options

[CH1]: Records audio to each channel separately. Audio input

into CH1 is recorded to channel 1, while audio input into
CH2 is recorded to channel 2.

[CH1/CH2]: Audio input into CH1 is recorded to both channels. Audio

input into CH2 will not be recorded.

XLR terminal switches

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CH1/CH2 AUDIO IN
switches

[m Audio Setup]

[Audio Input]

[XLR Rec Channel]

[CH1]

Adjusting the External Microphone’s Sensitivity

You can adjust the external microphone’s sensitivity if the XLR terminal
switch is set to MIC or MIC+48V.

1 Open the desired XLR terminal’s sensitivity submenu.

[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [XLR1 Mic Trimming] or [XLR2
Mic Trimming]

2 Select the desired level and then press SET.

Available Sensitivity Levels

+12 dB +6 dB 0 dB -6 dB -12 dB

[m Audio Setup]

[

Audio Input]

[XLR1 Mic Trimming]
[XLR2 Mic Trimming]

[0 dB]

Recording Audio

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Activating the Microphone Attenuator

You can activate the external microphone’s attenuator (20 dB) if the XLR
terminal switch is set to MIC or MIC+48V.

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1 Open the desired XLR terminal’s microphone attenuator submenu.

[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [XLR1 Mic Att.] or [XLR2 Mic Att.]

2 Select [On] and then press SET.

IMPORTANT

• When connecting a microphone or device that does not support
phantom power, make sure to set the XLR terminal switch to MIC or
LINE, respectively. If you set the switch to MIC+48V, the microphone or device may be damaged.

[m Audio Setup]

[Audio Input]

[XLR1 Mic Att.]
[XLR2 Mic Att.]

[Off]

Adjusting the Audio Level

You can set the audio level to auto or manual for each channel. When both CH1 and CH2 are set to the built-in
microphone (0 77), the settings for CH1 will automatically be applied to CH2.

Automatic Audio Level Adjustment

Set the audio level switch of the desired channel to A (automatic) to let the
camcorder automatically adjust that channel’s audio level. If CH1 and CH2
are set to the built-in microphone and you set CH1 to automatic audio level
adjustment, then the camcorder will also automatically adjust the audio
level for CH2.

NOTES

• When both CH1 and CH2 are set to the same audio input (external
microphone or external line input), if the audio level is set to automatic,
you can use the [m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [XLR ALC Link]
setting (0 148) to link the audio level adjustment of both channels.

CH1/CH2 audio level
switches

Recording Audio

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Manual Audio Level Adjustment

You can set the audio level for each channel manually from -f to 18 dB.

1 Set the audio level switch of the desired channel to M.
2 Turn the corresponding audio level dial to adjust the audio level.

• For reference, the 0 corresponds to -f, 5 corresponds to 0 dB, and
10 corresponds to +18 dB.

• As a guideline, adjust the audio recording level so that the audio level
meter will go to the right of the -18 dB mark (one mark right of the

-20 dB mark) only occasionally.

CH1

-dB 40 30 20 10 0
CH2

18 dB mark

NOTES

• You can activate the audio peak limiter to prevent audio distortions.
When activated, the audio peak limiter will limit the amplitude of audio
input signals when they exceed -4 dBFS. Use the [m Audio Setup]
[Audio Input] [Limiter] setting. The audio peak limiter can be activated if at least one of the channels is set to
manual audio level adjustment.

• We recommend using headphones when adjusting the audio level. If the input level is too high, audio may
become distorted even if the audio level indicator shows an appropriate level.

CH1/CH2 audio level dials

CH1/CH2 audio level
switches

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Monitoring the Audio with Headphones

Connect headphones to the W (headphone) terminal to monitor the
recorded audio. You can use the [m Audio Setup] [Audio Output]
[Headphone Volume] setting to adjust the volume. Alternatively, you can
use the CUSTOM dial (0 47).

NOTES

• When you are monitoring the audio, you can choose to synchronize the
audio signal with the video signal or monitor the audio in real time. Use
the [m Audio Setup] [Audio Output] [Monitor Delay] setting to
select the method. Note that there will be a slight delay when you monitor
in real time. Regardless of the setting, however, the audio and video
signals recorded will be synchronized.

Using Metadata

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Using Metadata

The camcorder automatically adds metadata to clips while they are being recorded. Metadata consists of the
user-defined user memo* and recording data, such as shutter speed, exposure and focus settings. You can use
the supplied Canon XF Utility software to check and search for specific metadata.

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* The user memo contains the clip title (up to 100 characters), camera operator (up to 100 characters), location (up to 100

characters) and clip description (up to 1,000 characters).

Operating modes:

Setting a User Memo

Before you can add a user memo, you must first install the supplied
Canon XF Utility software (0 131). Next, create the user memo and
then save it to an SD card. Once you insert the SD card in the camcorder
and select the user memo, it will be added to clips you record.
For details on using the supplied software, refer to the instruction manual
that is installed with the Canon XF Utility software (0 137).

1Use Canon XF Utility to save a user memo to an SD card.

• For details, refer to Managing User Memo Profiles in the Canon XF Utility Instruction Manual.

2 Insert the SD card into the SD card slot of the camcorder.
3 Open the [User Memo] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Set Metadata] [User Memo]

4 Select the file name of the desired user memo and then press SET.

•The f icon appears on the right side of the screen.

• Select [Off] to record clips without a user memo.

[J Other Functions]

[Set Metadata]

[User Memo]

NOTES

• You must set the user memo before you start recording for it to be added to the clip. You cannot change the

user memo of a clip using the camcorder but you can do so with the Canon XF Utility software.

• You can also set a user-defined country code, organization code and user code for the metadata (0 154),

which is based on the UMID standard. However, the supplied Canon XF Utility software cannot display or
search for this information.

• After you set a user memo, do not remove the SD card while you are recording. If the SD card is removed, the
user memo will not be added to the clip.

Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal

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Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal

You can have the camcorder generate and record color bars and a 1 kHz audio reference signal and output
them from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only), HDMI OUT terminal, HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal
terminal and W (headphone) terminal

1

Outputs color bars only.

2

Outputs audio reference signal only.

Operating modes:

2

.

Recording Color Bars

You can choose between SMPTE standard-definition color bars ([Type 1])
and ARIB multi-format HDTV color bars ([Type 2]).

1 Open the color bars [Type] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Color Bars] [Type]

2 Select [Type 1] (SMPTE) or [Type 2] (ARIB) and then press SET.
3 Open the [Enable] submenu to activate the color bars.

[l Camera Setup] [Color Bars] [Enable]

4 Select [On] and then press SET.

• The selected color bars appear on the screen and will be recorded
when you press the START/STOP button.

• Turning the camcorder off or changing the operating mode to
mode will deactivate the color bars.

• Alternatively, you can set an assignable button to [Color Bars] (0 97)
to activate the color bars.

[l Camera Setup]

[Color Bars]

[Type]

[Type 1]

[l Camera Setup]

Color Bars]

[

[Enable]

[Off]

1

, AV

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Recording an Audio Reference Signal

The camcorder can output a 1 kHz audio reference signal with the color
bars.

1 Open the [1 kHz Tone] submenu.

[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [1 kHz Tone]

2 Select the desired level and then press SET.

• Available levels are -12 dB, -18 dB and -20 dB.

• Select [Off] to turn off the signal.

• The signal is output at the selected level and will be recorded when you press the START/STOP button.

[m Audio Setup]

[Audio Input]

[1 kHz Tone]

[Off]

Video Scopes

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Video Scopes

The camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor. It can also display an edge monitor* to help you
focus. The video scopes appear only on the LCD screen. They do not appear in the viewfinder or on an external
monitor.

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* The edge monitor looks at the focus of the entire picture and displays the results as a waveform. The edge monitor is available

only in mode.

Operating modes:

Displaying a Video Scope

Press the WFM button.

• The waveform monitor will appear in a window on the lower right of the
screen.

• You can repeatedly press the WFM button to activate the video scopes in
the following sequence.

Waveform monitor  Edge monitor  Off

• Alternatively, you can display the video scopes using [J Other Functions]

[WFM (LCD)] [Setting]. Select [WFM] for the waveform monitor or

[Edge Mon.] for the edge monitor.

Configuring the Waveform Monitor

The camcorder’s waveform monitor function offers 5 modes. You can also
change the gain.

1 Open the [Waveform Monitor] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [WFM (LCD)] [Waveform Monitor]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

• If you do not need to change the gain, you do not need to perform

steps 3 and 4.

3 Open the waveform monitor [Gain] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [WFM (LCD)] [Gain] (under [Waveform Monitor])

4 Select [1x] or [2x] and then press SET.

Options

[Line]: Sets the waveform monitor to line display mode.
[Line+Spot]: The waveform of the area in the red frame is displayed in red on top of the [Line] mode waveform.
[Field]: Sets the waveform monitor to field display mode.
[RGB]: Functions like an RGB parade scope.
[YPbPr]: Functions like a YPbPr parade scope.

[J Other Functions]

[WFM (LCD)]

[Waveform Monitor]

[Line]

Video Scopes

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Configuring the Edge Monitor

Using this video scope allows you to focus with more precision when the
camcorder is in manual focus mode. The edge monitor features 2 modes.

1 Open the [Edge Monitor] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [WFM (LCD)] [Edge Monitor]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

Options

[Type 1]: The waveform that represents the focus of the entire picture is

displayed in green. In addition, the waveform of the area in the
three red frames is displayed in red on top of the previous
waveform.

[Type 2]: This mode displays the edge monitor with the waveform monitor

in [Line+Spot] mode. The waveform monitor appears on the left in
green while the edge monitor appears on the right in blue. The
waveform of the area in the red frame is displayed in red on top of
both green and blue waveforms.

[J Other Functions]

[WFM (LCD)]

[Edge Monitor]

[Type 1]

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Adding Shot Marks while Recording

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Adding Shot Marks while Recording

When recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a “shot mark” (n). There are two types of
shot marks, shot mark 1 (c) and shot mark 2 (d), and you can add either or both types to a single clip. When
the camcorder is in mode, you can add or delete shot marks (0 122). You can also display an index

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screen of all the shot marks (0 121), allowing you to find a particular scene in a clip more quickly.

Operating modes:

To add a shot mark to a clip while recording, you must first set in advance an assignable button to [Add Shot
Mark 1] or [Add Shot Mark 2]. You can also press the SHOT1 button on the wireless controller to add the c
mark.

1 Set an assignable button to [Add Shot Mark 1] or [Add Shot Mark 2] (0 97).

• To add both shot marks, set one assignable button to [Add Shot Mark 1] and another assignable button to

[Add Shot Mark 2].

2 While you are recording, press the assignable button at the beginning of the shot you wish to mark.

• A message indicating the short mark will appear and the selected shot mark will be added to the current

frame of the clip.

• You can press the button again to add another shot mark. Up to 100 shot marks (c and d marks

combined) can be added to a single clip.

NOTES

• There may be up to a 0.5 second delay from when you press the button to when the camcorder adds the shot
mark.

• When you are using interval recording or frame recording mode, you cannot add shot marks to a clip.

• When a clip contains either shot mark, n will appear next to the clip’s thumbnail in the playback index screen.

Reviewing a Recording

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Reviewing a Recording

When the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that
was recorded.

Operating modes:

1 Open the [Rec Review] submenu to set the review length.

[J Other Functions] [Rec Review]

2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

3 After you finish recording, press the

• The last clip that was recorded is played back without audio for the
selected duration. [A REVIEW] appears at the top of the screen.

• Press the CANCEL button to stop reviewing the clip and change the
camcorder back to record pause mode.

• After the clip finishes playing back, the camcorder returns to record
pause mode.

Options

[Entire Clip]: Allows you to review the entire clip.
[Last 4 sec]: Allows you to review just the last 4 seconds of the clip.

NOTES

• When you are using a special recording mode (0 88), you cannot review a clip.

• If the camcorder switched CF cards during a recording, the camcorder will play back the clip on the CF card
most recently recorded on.

U button.

[J Other Functions]

[Rec Review]

[Entire Clip]

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Special Recording Modes

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Special Recording Modes

The camcorder features 4 special recording modes.
Interval recording ([Interval Rec]): The camcorder will automatically record a pre-defined number of frames at a

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pre-defined interval. This mode is suitable for recording subjects with little movement, such as natural
surroundings or plants.

Frame recording ([Frame Rec]): The camcorder will record a pre-defined number of frames every time you press
the START/STOP button. This mode is suitable for recording stop motion animation.

Slow & fast motion recording ([Slow & Fast Motion]): This mode allows you to change the shooting frame rate to
achieve a slow motion or fast motion effect during playback.

Pre-recording ([Pre Rec]): The camcorder will start recording approximately 3 seconds before you press the
START/STOP button. This is especially useful when it is difficult to predict when to start recording.

Operating modes:

Interval Recording Mode

Set the interval and number of frames in advance. Sound is not recorded
in this mode. This mode is not available if [J Other Functions] [Bit
Rate/Resolution] is set to [35 Mbps 1440x1080].

Configuring Interval Recording Mode

1 Open the [Interval] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Interval Rec] [Interval]

2 Select the desired interval and then press SET.

• See the following table for the available intervals.

3 Select [Rec Frames], select the desired number of frames and then

press SET.

• Available options are 1, 3, 6 and 9 (2, 6 and 12 if [J Other Functions]
[Frame Rate] is set to [24P] or [60P]).

Available Intervals*

1 sec 2 sec 3 sec 4 sec 5 sec 6 sec 7 sec 8 sec 9 sec

10 sec 15 sec 20 sec 30 sec 40 sec 50 sec 1 min 2 min 3 min

4 min 5 min 6 min 7 min 8 min 9 min 10 min

* In the camcorder’s menu, seconds are indicated by [sec] and minutes are indicated by [min].

Activating Interval Recording Mode and Recording

1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Special Rec]

2 Select [Interval Rec] and then press SET.

• [INT STBY] appears at the top of the screen (with [INT] flashing).

[J Other Functions]

[Interval Rec]

[Interval]

[1 sec]

[J Other Functions]

[Interval Rec]

[Rec Frames]

[1]

[J Other Functions]

[Special Rec]

[Off]

Special Recording Modes

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3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.

• The camcorder automatically records the set number of frames at the set interval.

• The tally lamps illuminate.

• [INT STBY] changes to [N INT REC] while recording frames and [N INT STBY] while between intervals.

4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.

• All of the recorded frames are joined together into one clip.

• The tally lamps go out and [INT STBY] appears at the top of the screen (with [INT] flashing).

NOTES

• You can use only one special recording mode at a time.

• While recording, you cannot change the interval or number of frames.

• Some frames at the point the recording was stopped may be recorded and added to the end of the clip.

• Interval recording mode will be deactivated if the special recording mode is changed or turned off. It will be
deactivated also if you change the [J Other Functions] [Bit Rate/Resolution] or [Frame Rate] setting.

• The time code advances by the number of frames recorded. If the running mode of the time code (0 70) is
set to [Free Run] or the time code is input from an external source (b only), the running mode will switch
to [Rec Run] during special recording mode. When special recording mode is deactivated, the running mode
will return to its previous setting.

• b During special recording mode, the time code signal will not be output from the GENLOCK/TC
terminal or HD/SD SDI terminal.

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Frame Recording Mode

Set the number of frames in advance. We recommend using the wireless controller or stabilizing the camcorder,
for example, on a tripod. Sound is not recorded in this mode. This mode is not available if [J Other Functions]
[Bit Rate/Resolution] is set to [35 Mbps 1440x1080].

Configuring Frame Recording Mode

1 Open the [Rec Frames] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Frame Rec] [Rec Frames]

2 Select the desired number of frames and then press SET.

• Available options are 1, 3, 6 and 9 (2, 6 and 12 if [J Other Functions]

[Frame Rate] is set to [24P] or [60P]).

Activating Frame Recording Mode and Recording

1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Special Rec]

2 Select [Frame Rec] and then press SET.

• [FRM STBY] appears at the top of the screen (with [FRM] flashing).

3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.

• The camcorder automatically records the set number of frames.

• The tally lamps illuminate.

• [FRM STBY] changes to [N FRM REC] while recording frames and [N FRM STBY] when frames are not

being recorded.

• Repeat until you finish recording.

[J Other Functions]

[Frame Rec]

[Rec Frames]

[1]

[J Other Functions]

[Special Rec]

[Off]

Special Recording Modes

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4 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Special Rec]

5 Select [Off] and then press SET.

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• Frame recording mode ends and all of the recorded frames are joined together into one clip.

• The tally lamps go out and [STBY] appears at the top of the screen.

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• You can use only one special recording mode at a time.

• While recording, you cannot change the number of frames.

• Some frames at the point the recording was stopped may be recorded and added to the end of the clip.

• Frame recording mode will be deactivated if the special recording mode is changed or turned off. It will be
deactivated also if you change the [J Other Functions] [Bit Rate/Resolution] or [Frame Rate] setting.

• The time code advances by the number of frames recorded. If the running mode of the time code (0 70) is
set to [Free Run] or the time code is input from an external source (b only), the running mode will switch
to [Rec Run] during special recording mode. When special recording mode is deactivated, the running mode
will return to its previous setting.

• b During special recording mode, the time code signal will not be output from the GENLOCK/TC
terminal or HD/SD SDI terminal.

Slow & Fast Motion Mode

When you set [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] to a progressive frame rate (0 46), the camcorder can
record with a frame rate (shooting frame rate) that is different from the playback frame rate. Recording a clip at a
higher frame rate than the [Frame Rate] setting will result in a slow motion effect during playback. Conversely, a
lower frame rate will result in a fast motion effect.
Sound is not recorded in this mode. This mode is not available if [J Other Functions] [Bit Rate/Resolution] is
set to [35 Mbps 1440x1080].

Configuring Slow & Fast Motion Mode

1 Open the [S&F Frame Rate] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Slow & Fast Motion] [S&F Frame Rate]

2 Select the desired shooting frame rate and then press SET.

Available Shooting Frame Rates

12 15 18 20 21 22 24 25 26 27

28 30 32* 34* 36* 40* 44* 48* 54* 60*

* Available only when [J Other Functions] [Bit Rate/Resolution] is set to

[50 Mbps 1280x720] or [35 Mbps 1280x720].

Activating Slow & Fast Motion Mode and Recording

1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Special Rec]

[J Other Functions]

[Slow & Fast Motion]

[S&F Frame Rate]

[J Other Functions]

Special Rec]

[

[Off]

Special Recording Modes

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2 Select [Slow & Fast Motion] and then press SET.

• [S&F STBY] appears at the top of the screen.

• The selected shooting frame rate appears on the right side of the screen next to the [J Other Functions]
[Frame Rate] setting (the playback frame rate).

Shooting frame rate

Playback frame rate

3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.

• The camcorder automatically records at the set frame rate.

• The tally lamps illuminate.

• [S&F STBY] changes to [N S&F REC] while recording.

4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.

• The camcorder records the clip.

• The tally lamps go out and [S&F STBY] appears at the top of the screen.

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NOTES

• You can use only one special recording mode at a time. In addition, slow & fast motion mode cannot be used
with double slot recording.

• While recording, you cannot change the shooting frame rate.

• For lower shooting frame rates, it may take approximately 1 second to stop recording.

• Slow & fast motion mode will be deactivated if the special recording mode is changed or turned off. It will be
deactivated also if you change the video configuration.

• The time code advances while video is recorded. If the running mode of the time code (0 70) is set to [Free
Run] or the time code is input from an external source (b only), the running mode will switch to [Rec
Run] during special recording mode. When special recording mode is deactivated, the running mode will
return to its previous setting.

• b During special recording mode, the time code signal will not be output from the GENLOCK/TC
terminal or HD/SD SDI terminal.

• When the bit rate is set to 50 Mbps (0 46) during slow motion recording, relay recording is not available.

Pre-recording Mode

When pre-recording mode is activated, the camcorder starts recording
continuously into a temporary memory of approximately 3 seconds so
when you press the START/STOP button, the clip will contain also
approximately 3 seconds of video and audio recorded before you pressed
the button.

1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Special Rec]

2 Select [Pre Rec] and then press SET.

• [PRE REC STBY] appears at the top of the screen.

[J Other Functions]

[Special Rec]

[Off]

Special Recording Modes

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3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.

• The tally lamps illuminate.

• [PRE REC STBY] changes to [N PRE REC] while recording.

4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.

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• The camcorder records the clip, including approximately 3 seconds of video and audio recorded before the
START/STOP button was pressed.

• The tally lamps go out and [PRE REC STBY] appears at the top of the screen.

NOTES

• You can use only one special recording mode at a time.

• Pre-recording mode will be deactivated if the special recording mode is changed or turned off. It will be
deactivated also if you change the video configuration.

• During pre-recording mode, the time code will be recorded with the running mode (0 70) set to [Free Run],
regardless of the previous setting. Alternatively, you can use an external time code signal (b only). When
the time code is recorded, it will include the 3 seconds before the START/STOP button was pressed. When
special recording mode is deactivated, the running mode will return to its previous setting.

Infrared Recording

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Infrared Recording

This camcorder features the ability to shoot movies in dark surroundings using the camcorder's infrared light and
other sources of infrared light. Also, you can select whether the lighter areas of the picture appear in green or
white.

Operating modes:

Activating Infrared Mode

Follow the procedure below to set the camcorder to Infrared mode and to
set the color of highlights in the picture.

1 Move the INFRARED switch to ON.
2 Open the [Monochrome] submenu to select a color.

[l Camera Setup] [Infrared] [Monochrome]

3 Select [White] or [Green] and then press SET.

NOTES

• If you set an assignable button to [IR Monochrome] (0 97), you can
press the button to activate the infrared light.

• When you activate Infrared mode, autofocus will also be activated
automatically. You can change the focus to manual focus during
Infrared mode, however.

• Depending on the light source, autofocus may not work well.

[l Camera Setup]

[Infrared]

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Using the Infrared Light

You can turn the infrared light on and off using an assignable button or the
CUSTOM button.

1 Open the [Light] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Infrared] [Light]

2 Select a desired option and then press SET.

Options

[Toggle]: Allows you to turn the infrared light on and off using an assignable button or the CUSTOM button. Set an

assignable button (0 97) or CUSTOM button (0 47) to [IR Light] in advance.
[Always On]: The infrared light is always on while the camcorder is in Infrared mode.
[Always Off]: The infrared light is always off.

[Monochrome]

[White]

[l Camera Setup]

[Infrared]

[Light]

[Toggle]

Infrared Recording

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NOTES

• When the camcorder is in Infrared mode, the following adjustments are made automatically.

- Gain, shutter speed and aperture are set to auto.

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- Autofocus is set to [Normal AF].

- Light metering, AE level, AGC limit, white balance and custom picture cannot be set.

- ND filter cannot be activated.

• When switching the camcorder to Infrared mode, do not point the lens at strong sources of light or heat. The
camcorder's sensitivity to such sources is much higher than when shooting video normally. If there are such
sources in the picture before you switch the camcorder to Infrared mode, shield the lens first.

Optical Axis Shift

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Optical Axis Shift

This function aids in a dual camera setup for 3D recording by allowing you to adjust the position of the image
stabilization lens.

Operating modes:

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1 Open the [OIS Functions] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [OIS Functions]

2 Select [Axis Shift] and then press SET.

• Y appears on the bottom of the screen.

3 Open the optical axis [Adjust] screen.

[l Camera Setup] [Axis Shift] [Adjust]

• Four directional icons appear on the screen. Use the joystick or wireless controller to adjust the picture. If the
picture cannot be adjusted anymore in a particular direction, the corresponding directional icon will turn
gray.

• You can use the [l Camera Setup] [Axis Shift] [GUI Color] setting to change the color of the icons
and the [Reset] setting to reset the position of the lens.

• You can check the lens position using the display on the lower right of the screen.

4 Press SET when finished.

• If you press the CANCEL button, the lens will move back to its position prior to adjustment.

[l Camera Setup]

[OIS Functions]

[Img Stab.]

[l Camera Setup]

Axis Shift]

[

[Adjust]

NOTES

• The range of adjustment depends on the current zoom position.

• The more the lens position is adjusted, the bigger the deviation at the center of the picture will be during zoom.
By centering on an object at full telephoto and then adjusting at full wide-angle, the amount of amount of
deviation will be reduced.

Using the Focal Length Guide

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Using the Focal Length Guide

The focal length guide aids you when using two camcorders for 3D recording. The guide appears as a numerical
value and has a range of 154 steps. You can set the guide to 0 at any point in the zoom range to help precisely
calibrate both camcorders.

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Operating modes:

1 Set up two camcorders and align their picture angle.
2 Open the [Focal Length Guide] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Zoom] [Focal Length Guide]

3 Select [Set To 0] and then press SET.

• The focal length guide appears on the left side of the screen as
[z ±0]. To turn off the indicator, select [Off] instead.

• You can obtain more accurate results by performing this step at full
telephoto.

• If both camcorders are set so that the same value is displayed during
zoom, the focal length for both camcorders will be maintained.

NOTES

• Although the focal length guide is an aid for 3D recording, make sure to check the picture angle visually while
recording.

[l Camera Setup]

[Zoom]

[Focal Length Guide]

[Off]

Customization

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Assignable Buttons

The camcorder conveniently features 10* buttons to which you can assign various functions. By assigning often­used functions, you can quickly access them with a single press of a button.

* In mode, only assignable buttons 1 to 4 are available.

Operating modes:

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Changing the Assigned Function

1 Open the [Assign Button] submenu.

[J Other Functions] [Assign Button]

2 Select the button to change and then press SET.

• A list of available functions appears.

• The quick reference shows the default settings for each assignable
button. By default, buttons 5 to 10 have no assignable function set.

3 Select the desired function and then press SET.

• You can check the [Buttons / Remote] status screen (0 157) to see
what functions are set for the assignable buttons.

• You can use the [J Other Functions] [Reset] [Assignable Buttons] setting to reset the assignable
buttons to their default settings.

Using an Assignable Button

After you assign a function to one of the buttons, press the button to activate the function. For some functions,
an options menu may appear. In such case, select the desired option and then press SET.

Assignable Functions

Functions can be set separately in mode and mode. Refer to the following table for assignable
functions and available modes.

[J Other Functions]

[Assign Button]

[1 Powered IS]
[2 Zebra]
[3 WFM (LCD)]
[4 Magnification]
[5-10 (NONE)]

Assignable Buttons

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Function name Description 0

[Img Stab.] Turns the selected image stabilization method (Dynamic IS or Standard IS) on/off. N – 53

[Powered IS] Turns Powered IS on/off. N – 53

[Focus Limit] Turns the focus limit on/off. N – 52

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[Face AF] Toggles the autofocusing between [Face Pri.], [Face Only] and [Off]. N – 51

[Select Face] Selects the main subject when using [Face AF] to focus on subjects’ faces. N – 51

[Backlight] Turns the backlight light metering option on/off. N – 59

[Spotlight] Turns the spotlight light metering option on/off. N – 59

[Tele-converter] Activates the digital tele-converter in the following sequence: 1.5x J 3x J 6x J Off N – 146

[Peaking] Turns peaking on/off. N – 49

[Zebra] Turns zebra patterns on/off. N – 69

[WFM (LCD)]

[Magnification] Turns magnification on/off. N – 50

[TL-H58] Sets the [l Camera Setup] [Conversion Lens] setting to [TL-H58] or [Off]. N – 67

[WD-H58W] Sets the [l Camera Setup] [Conversion Lens] setting to [WD-H58W] or [Off]. N – 67

[Color Bars] Turns color bars on/off. N – 83

[IR Monochrome] Switches between white and green when the camcorder is in Infrared mode. N – 93

[IR Light]

[Markers] Turns onscreen markers on/off. N – 68

[LCD Setup] Opens the [LCD Setup] submenu. N N 31

[LCD/VF B&W] Turns the B&W mode of the LCD and viewfinder on/off. N N 32

[Onscreen Display] Displays the onscreen icons and text on an external monitor (for both SD and HD output). N N 128

[Shot Mark 1] Adds an c mark to the clip. N N 86

[Shot Mark 2]* Adds an d mark to the clip. N N 86

[Add e Mark] Adds an e mark to the clip. N N 118

[Add Z Mark] Adds a Z mark to the clip. N N 118

[Time Code] Displays the [Time Code] submenu. N – 70

[Time Code Hold]* Puts the time code display on hold or resumes it. N N 70

[Audio Output CH] Switches the audio output channel. N N 129

[Audio Level] Turns the audio level meter on/off. N N 81

[Wireless Controller]

[Photo]** Records a photo. N N 138

[Delete Last Clip] Deletes the last clip recorded. N – 120

[Status]* Displays the status screens. N N 156

* Function can be used only by assigning it to a button.
**Function can be used only by assigning it to a button or by using the PHOTO button on the wireless controller.

Activates video scopes in the following sequence:
Waveform monitor J Edge monitor J Off

Turns the infrared light on/off when [l Camera Setup] [Infrared] [Light] is set
to [Toggle].

N N 84

N – 93

Turns the wireless controller on/off. N N 33

Custom Picture Settings

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Custom Picture Settings

You can preset a number of picture-related settings. After changing individual settings to your preference, you
can save the whole set in the camcorder or SD card as a custom picture file. You can then load the file at a later
date to change the current settings to the preset levels you selected. You can even embed the custom picture
settings in clips recorded to a CF card or photos recorded to an SD card. Conversely, you can have the
camcorder record clips and photos without embedding custom picture settings.
You can save up to 9 different custom picture files on the camcorder and up to 20 custom picture files on an SD
card. Custom picture files can be copied between the camcorder and recording media.
Custom preset files created with previous Canon camcorders are not compatible with this camcorder. Custom
picture files created with this camcorder are compatible with only the XF105 and XF100.

Operating modes:

Available custom picture settings

Category Menu item Submenu 0

Settings related to light and dark
tones

Settings related to sharpness and
noise

Settings related to color [Low Key Satur.] 103

[Gamma] 102

[Black Gamma] 103

[Black] [Master Pedestal] 102

[Master Black] 102

[Knee] All settings except [Saturation] 103

[Other Functions] [Setup Level] 106

[Clip at 100%] 106

[Sharpness] 104

[Noise Reduction] 104

[Skin Detail] 104

[Selective NR] 105

[Knee] [Saturation] setting 103

[Color Matrix] 105

[White Balance] 105

[Color Correction] 106

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Selecting Custom Picture Files

Select a custom picture file to apply its settings to your recordings or to
edit, rename, protect, or transfer it.

1 Open the [Custom Picture] submenu.

[l Camera Setup] [Custom Picture]

2 Select [K X Select File] and then press SET.

• A list of custom picture files in the camcorder and SD card appears. Files in the camcorder begin with [C1]
to [C9]; those on the SD card begin with [SD1] to [SD20].

3 Select the desired file and then press SET.

• To apply the file’s settings, press the MENU button to exit the menu. An icon representing the selected
custom picture file will appear on the left side of the screen.

• To perform other operations on the file, continue with the following procedures.

• Select [Off] to record without applying the custom picture file’s settings.

[l Camera Setup]

[Custom Picture]

[K X Select File]

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Custom Picture Settings

Preset Custom Picture Files

By default, the custom picture files in the camcorder in file slots [C7] to [C9] are protected. Remove the
protection (0 100) to edit the file. The following describes when to use the preset files.

[C7 VIDEO.C]: For playing back video on consumer flat-panel displays.
[C8 CINE.V]: For achieving a cinema-like picture on TV monitors, such as when creating TV programs that

require a cinema-like effect.

[C9 CINE.F]: When combined with [Cine 2] (under [Gamma]) and [Cine 2] (under [Color Matrix] [Select]),

creates a cinema-like effect different from that of [C8 CINE.V].

Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings

1 After selecting a file, select [I X Edit File] and then press SET.
2 Select a setting and then press SET.
3 Change the setting to the desired level.

• Refer to Available Custom Picture Settings (0 102) for details on the various settings.

• Repeat steps 2 and 3 for other settings, as necessary.

4 Press the MENU button to exit the menu.

Renaming Custom Picture Files

1 After selecting a file, open the [Rename] submenu.

[I X Edit File] [Rename]

• A screen appears that displays the current file name with an orange
selection frame on the first character.

2 Select an alphanumeric character or symbol then move (A) to

the next field.

• Change the rest of the name in the same way.

3 Select [Set] and then press SET.
4 Press the

MENU button to exit the menu.

Protecting Custom Picture Files

Protecting a custom picture file prevents its settings from being
accidentally changed.

1 After selecting a file, open the [Protect] submenu.

[I X Edit File] [Protect]

2 Select [Protect] and then press SET.

• In the file selection list, h will appear next to the file name.

• To remove protection settings, select [Unprotect] instead.

3 Press the MENU button to exit the menu.

[l Camera Setup]

[Custom Picture]

[I X Edit File]

[Rename]

[l Camera Setup]

[Custom Picture]

[I X Edit File]

[Protect]