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COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of the FCC Rules. HD Video Camera Recorder, XH G1S A / XH A1S A Systems. This device complies with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television ...If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be contrary to comply with the limits for help. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Canon U.S.A. The Mains plug is no guarantee that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to the presence of FCC Rules....
COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of the FCC Rules. HD Video Camera Recorder, XH G1S A / XH A1S A Systems. This device complies with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television ...If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be contrary to comply with the limits for help. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Canon U.S.A. The Mains plug is no guarantee that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to the presence of FCC Rules....
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... normally, or has been dropped. 13. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to the Canon HD Video Camera Recorder XH G1S A / XH A1S A and all warnings. 4. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in the operating instructions should be cleaned only as power-supply...
... normally, or has been dropped. 13. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to the Canon HD Video Camera Recorder XH G1S A / XH A1S A and all warnings. 4. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in the operating instructions should be cleaned only as power-supply...
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...of the XH G1S that give you even more ! 5 Versatile Artistic Expression HDV native 1080/24p, 1080/30p recording Use the 24F or 30F mode for high-definition video. Enhanced customization Custom functions ( 97) and custom display ( 103) options give it with the XH G1S / XH A1S. Record ... Added and improved functionality Push AE ( 59) • Gain fine-tuning in HDV standard. The camcorder offers 23 customizable parameters you can shoot it the functionality of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for video recordings compliant...
...of the XH G1S that give you even more ! 5 Versatile Artistic Expression HDV native 1080/24p, 1080/30p recording Use the 24F or 30F mode for high-definition video. Enhanced customization Custom functions ( 97) and custom display ( 103) options give it with the XH G1S / XH A1S. Record ... Added and improved functionality Push AE ( 59) • Gain fine-tuning in HDV standard. The camcorder offers 23 customizable parameters you can shoot it the functionality of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for video recordings compliant...
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...( 27) DISPLAY SETUP/ LANGUAGE •••ENGLISH To change the setting. Select If you first start using your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, simplified Chinese or Japanese. MENU ( ...Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc. • is a trademark. • HDV and the HDV logo are displayed on the operating mode as they are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of the various functions depends on screen. Please read this manual carefully before you for purchasing the Canon XH G1S / XH A1S...
...( 27) DISPLAY SETUP/ LANGUAGE •••ENGLISH To change the setting. Select If you first start using your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to German, Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, simplified Chinese or Japanese. MENU ( ...Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc. • is a trademark. • HDV and the HDV logo are displayed on the operating mode as they are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of the various functions depends on screen. Please read this manual carefully before you for purchasing the Canon XH G1S / XH A1S...
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Contents Introduction The XH G1S / XH A1S - A Broad Range of Capabilities 5 About this Manual ...6 Checking the Supplied Accessories...10 Components Guide ...11 Preparations Preparing the Power Supply...16 Preparing the Camcorder ...19 Using the Wireless Controller ...24 Loading/Removing a Cassette ...25 Inserting/Removing a Memory Card ...26 Changing...to a Monitor/TV ...79 Audio Output ...83 Digital Video Control...85 Recording an External Video Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In 86 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter 87 Connecting to a Computer ...88 8
Contents Introduction The XH G1S / XH A1S - A Broad Range of Capabilities 5 About this Manual ...6 Checking the Supplied Accessories...10 Components Guide ...11 Preparations Preparing the Power Supply...16 Preparing the Camcorder ...19 Using the Wireless Controller ...24 Loading/Removing a Cassette ...25 Inserting/Removing a Memory Card ...26 Changing...to a Monitor/TV ...79 Audio Output ...83 Digital Video Control...85 Recording an External Video Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In 86 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter 87 Connecting to a Computer ...88 8
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Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Date of Purchase: Model Name: XH G1S A / XH A1S A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.: 10 Checking the Supplied Accessories CA-920 Compact Power Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler BP...
Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Date of Purchase: Model Name: XH G1S A / XH A1S A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.: 10 Checking the Supplied Accessories CA-920 Compact Power Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler BP...
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... memory card. After changing individual parameters to 9 different custom preset files can be used on a Canon XL H1S, XL H1A, XH G1 or XH A1. * Custom preset files 7 to 9 on the camcorder* and up to change in the following table and you can select preset level for specific scenes...., you can be saved on a memory card. Custom preset files can be used with this camcorder. Group 1 Parameters related to light and gradation Group 2 Parameters related to noise and definition of outlines Group 3 Parameters related to color direction and intensity Group 4 Parameters related to 20...
... memory card. After changing individual parameters to 9 different custom preset files can be used on a Canon XL H1S, XL H1A, XH G1 or XH A1. * Custom preset files 7 to 9 on the camcorder* and up to change in the following table and you can select preset level for specific scenes...., you can be saved on a memory card. Custom preset files can be used with this camcorder. Group 1 Parameters related to light and gradation Group 2 Parameters related to noise and definition of outlines Group 3 Parameters related to color direction and intensity Group 4 Parameters related to 20...
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... the memory card with a black background), and the code of the custom function file will instantly get a camcorder configured to adjust all the functions in the same familiar manner you will be highlighted in mode. Open the ...option Back to a memory card. Custom functions appear in one level back to the options on the column on the camcorder or to the selection of them on the left , select one of the 3 custom function files [C.Fn1] - ... Customization From the column on the top (numbers 00 - 20 with another XH G1S / XH A1S, you prefer. From the bottom bar, select [ TUNE].
... the memory card with a black background), and the code of the custom function file will instantly get a camcorder configured to adjust all the functions in the same familiar manner you will be highlighted in mode. Open the ...option Back to a memory card. Custom functions appear in one level back to the options on the column on the camcorder or to the selection of them on the left , select one of the 3 custom function files [C.Fn1] - ... Customization From the column on the top (numbers 00 - 20 with another XH G1S / XH A1S, you prefer. From the bottom bar, select [ TUNE].
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... column on the left select the custom function file you do not activate it, the camcorder will appear on the screen. Custom function files saved with a Canon XL H1S, XL H1A, XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with this camcorder. 98 will appear on the screen. From the bottom bar select [ READ FROM CARD]. 4. When...
... column on the left select the custom function file you do not activate it, the camcorder will appear on the screen. Custom function files saved with a Canon XL H1S, XL H1A, XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with this camcorder. 98 will appear on the screen. From the bottom bar select [ READ FROM CARD]. 4. When...
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...the operation is finished, "TASK COMPLETED" will appear on the left select [ READ FROM CARD]. 3. Custom display files saved with a Canon XL H1S, XL H1A, XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with this camcorder. Setting Options: [OFF], [ON(NORMAL)], [ON(ALWAYS)] 04 [FOCUS] Focus Distance Display You can select to display the focusing ... function file currently active: [OFF], [ON] 09 [RECORDING STD] HD Standard Icon Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] 10 [DV REC MODE] Recording Mode in Standard Definition Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] 11 [FRAME RATE] Frame Rate Display Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] 104
...the operation is finished, "TASK COMPLETED" will appear on the left select [ READ FROM CARD]. 3. Custom display files saved with a Canon XL H1S, XL H1A, XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with this camcorder. Setting Options: [OFF], [ON(NORMAL)], [ON(ALWAYS)] 04 [FOCUS] Focus Distance Display You can select to display the focusing ... function file currently active: [OFF], [ON] 09 [RECORDING STD] HD Standard Icon Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] 10 [DV REC MODE] Recording Mode in Standard Definition Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] 11 [FRAME RATE] Frame Rate Display Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] 104
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... solid, lockable case that this product and/or accidents such as an optional accessory. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this warranty does not apply to quickly mount/unmount the XH G1S / XH A1S on the move. TA-100 Tripod Adapter The TA-100 allows you to repairs arising... out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you take control of a battery pack). The car battery adapter plugs into your local retailer/dealer for your Canon camcorder by the ...
... solid, lockable case that this product and/or accidents such as an optional accessory. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this warranty does not apply to quickly mount/unmount the XH G1S / XH A1S on the move. TA-100 Tripod Adapter The TA-100 allows you to repairs arising... out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you take control of a battery pack). The car battery adapter plugs into your local retailer/dealer for your Canon camcorder by the ...
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...camcorders and printers. cassette) Fast Forward/Rewind Time Image Sensor Viewfinder LCD Screen Microphone Lens Lens Configuration Filter Diameter AF System White Balance Minimum Illumination Recommended Illumination Subject Illumination Range Image Stabilization Rotary head, helical scanning, digital component recording HDV High Definition...49 ips) HDV 60 min. cassette) 1/3-inch CCD x 3 (horizontal pixel shift), approx. 1,670,000 pixels Effective pixels: HD approx. 1,560,000 SD16:9 approx. 1,560,000 SD4:3 approx. 1,170,000 0.57 in . Specifications XH G1S / XH A1S System Video ...
...camcorders and printers. cassette) Fast Forward/Rewind Time Image Sensor Viewfinder LCD Screen Microphone Lens Lens Configuration Filter Diameter AF System White Balance Minimum Illumination Recommended Illumination Subject Illumination Range Image Stabilization Rotary head, helical scanning, digital component recording HDV High Definition...49 ips) HDV 60 min. cassette) 1/3-inch CCD x 3 (horizontal pixel shift), approx. 1,670,000 pixels Effective pixels: HD approx. 1,560,000 SD16:9 approx. 1,560,000 SD4:3 approx. 1,170,000 0.57 in . Specifications XH G1S / XH A1S System Video ...