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... just a few of the features of the XL H1S that give you want. Whatever your video needs -TV programs, commercials, music videos or movies- The camcorder offers 23 customizable parameters you can shoot it the functionality of high-end interchangeable lenses and now features a built-in 0.5 dB increments... of XLR audio input terminals with a total of 1.67 mega pixels and 1,440x1,080 effective pixels), the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for improved operability. 3CCD system By using both audio...
... just a few of the features of the XL H1S that give you want. Whatever your video needs -TV programs, commercials, music videos or movies- The camcorder offers 23 customizable parameters you can shoot it the functionality of high-end interchangeable lenses and now features a built-in 0.5 dB increments... of XLR audio input terminals with a total of 1.67 mega pixels and 1,440x1,080 effective pixels), the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for improved operability. 3CCD system By using both audio...
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.... Be careful not to drop the lens or camcorder when mounting or removing the lens. Avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources when mounting or removing the lens. The XL mount is not compatible with lenses that were not designed for HDV recording. Align the red... mark on the camcorder and turn off the camcorder while cleaning the lens. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when recording...
.... Be careful not to drop the lens or camcorder when mounting or removing the lens. Avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources when mounting or removing the lens. The XL mount is not compatible with lenses that were not designed for HDV recording. Align the red... mark on the camcorder and turn off the camcorder while cleaning the lens. Proper operation cannot be guaranteed when recording...
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...Canon logo appears on top. • Be careful not to deform the lens hood. • Make sure that the exposure conditions are difficult to focus on at full wide-angle. 3. Adjusting the Flange Back (lenses... up to full telephoto or full wide-angle. The camcorder can be adjusted to correct the focus while zooming to 10 different lenses. Make sure the subject remains in place. Attaching the...screw. Place the camcorder at a distance of the frame at full telephoto as well as at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) from stray light. 1. Zoom in HDV standard with the optional Extender XL 1.6x. Check ...
...Canon logo appears on top. • Be careful not to deform the lens hood. • Make sure that the exposure conditions are difficult to focus on at full wide-angle. 3. Adjusting the Flange Back (lenses... up to full telephoto or full wide-angle. The camcorder can be adjusted to correct the focus while zooming to 10 different lenses. Make sure the subject remains in place. Attaching the...screw. Place the camcorder at a distance of the frame at full telephoto as well as at least 1 m (3.3 ft.) from stray light. 1. Zoom in HDV standard with the optional Extender XL 1.6x. Check ...
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... recording, the standard/aspect ratio will light up in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a standard-definition (SD) camera. it will change the aspect ratio of the 16:9 aspect ratio. (Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC-72.) 40 Change the position of the MODE SELECT switch.... • HD: To record on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To...
... recording, the standard/aspect ratio will light up in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a standard-definition (SD) camera. it will change the aspect ratio of the 16:9 aspect ratio. (Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC-72.) 40 Change the position of the MODE SELECT switch.... • HD: To record on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To...
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... preset zoom position. The preset setting is canceled when you can be adjusted. Zoom Preset (lenses with a different magnification. To return to the preset zoom position the camcorder uses the speed set for the constant zoom speed (when the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to one ...to CONSTANT and change the zoom speed level as described previously. Set the ZOOM SPEED switch to ZOOM. 2. Later, you attach the optional Extender XL 1.6x or mount a lens with zoom preset function) This function enables any given zoom position to be memorized. Presetting the Zoom 1. The preset...
... preset zoom position. The preset setting is canceled when you can be adjusted. Zoom Preset (lenses with a different magnification. To return to the preset zoom position the camcorder uses the speed set for the constant zoom speed (when the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to one ...to CONSTANT and change the zoom speed level as described previously. Set the ZOOM SPEED switch to ZOOM. 2. Later, you attach the optional Extender XL 1.6x or mount a lens with zoom preset function) This function enables any given zoom position to be memorized. Presetting the Zoom 1. The preset...
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Later, you can also select the speed at which the camcorder returns to the preset focus position. 47 "MF" appears. 2. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to the preset focus position instantly. Setting the Focus ... the focus preset speed display turn yellow. Select [F SPEED PSET], select a setting option and close the menu. 4 is the fastest speed; 1 is the slowest. The camcorder returns to the preset focus position. The focus preset speed currently selected appears. 3. You can return to SET. Adjust the focus with focus preset function...
Later, you can also select the speed at which the camcorder returns to the preset focus position. 47 "MF" appears. 2. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to the preset focus position instantly. Setting the Focus ... the focus preset speed display turn yellow. Select [F SPEED PSET], select a setting option and close the menu. 4 is the fastest speed; 1 is the slowest. The camcorder returns to the preset focus position. The focus preset speed currently selected appears. 3. You can return to SET. Adjust the focus with focus preset function...
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... and set a faster shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value. Using the ND Filter (lenses with built-in ND filter) When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set to A, the following displays appear: Screen display No display "ND" "ND " flashes ND " " flashes ND... " " flashes "ND" flashes in red What it means ND filter is not activated ND filter is activated1 ND filter required Lenses with single-density ND ...
... and set a faster shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value. Using the ND Filter (lenses with built-in ND filter) When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set to A, the following displays appear: Screen display No display "ND" "ND " flashes ND " " flashes ND... " " flashes "ND" flashes in red What it means ND filter is not activated ND filter is activated1 ND filter required Lenses with single-density ND ...
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...; The image stabilizer is mounted on the recording conditions. Image Stabilizer (lenses with image stabilization function) You can select to activate the image stabilizer or turn off the image stabilizer when the camcorder is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake. The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching...
...; The image stabilizer is mounted on the recording conditions. Image Stabilizer (lenses with image stabilization function) You can select to activate the image stabilizer or turn off the image stabilizer when the camcorder is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake. The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching...
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... SELECT button CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button Skin detail Clear scan Frequency selection for clear scan 1 Available during exposure lock. 2 Available during clear scan. 3 Only lenses with manual iris ring. - -1 -1 - 2 - - - - -1 - -1 - - (0) - (0 dB) - (auto) - (auto) - - - - 2 - - - - 63 The symbol of the image may... AE Modes Press the lock button and turn the dial. This mode locks all -automatic modes. Easy Recording The camcorder automatically controls the focus, shutter speed, aperture, gain, white balance, and AE Shift allowing you can change some ...
... SELECT button CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button Skin detail Clear scan Frequency selection for clear scan 1 Available during exposure lock. 2 Available during clear scan. 3 Only lenses with manual iris ring. - -1 -1 - 2 - - - - -1 - -1 - - (0) - (0 dB) - (auto) - (auto) - - - - 2 - - - - 63 The symbol of the image may... AE Modes Press the lock button and turn the dial. This mode locks all -automatic modes. Easy Recording The camcorder automatically controls the focus, shutter speed, aperture, gain, white balance, and AE Shift allowing you can change some ...
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Available lens functions by programmed AE mode1 All other modes Focus ring Zoom ring Iris ring Image stabilizer2 See previous table - (ON) ND filter Focus mode selection - (AF) XAF switch (Push-AF) - 1 HD 20x L IS III, HD 20x L IS II, HD 6x L, 20x L IS and 16x IS II lenses. 2 Not available with the HD 6x L lens. 64
Available lens functions by programmed AE mode1 All other modes Focus ring Zoom ring Iris ring Image stabilizer2 See previous table - (ON) ND filter Focus mode selection - (AF) XAF switch (Push-AF) - 1 HD 20x L IS III, HD 20x L IS II, HD 6x L, 20x L IS and 16x IS II lenses. 2 Not available with the HD 6x L lens. 64
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...You can set to [OFF]. 1. Use the exposure indicator as an estimate. • The mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure (calculated by the camcorder). With the custom function [RINGS DIRECTION] ( 104) you turn the iris ring and IRIS dial (the setting is common to both). 3. With the ... speed with manual iris ring, like the HD 20x L IS III lens). Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring (only lenses with the SHUTTER or button. Using aperture values displayed in gray will cause diffraction blur. When a lens without iris control function is not...
...You can set to [OFF]. 1. Use the exposure indicator as an estimate. • The mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure (calculated by the camcorder). With the custom function [RINGS DIRECTION] ( 104) you turn the iris ring and IRIS dial (the setting is common to both). 3. With the ... speed with manual iris ring, like the HD 20x L IS III lens). Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring (only lenses with the SHUTTER or button. Using aperture values displayed in gray will cause diffraction blur. When a lens without iris control function is not...
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... aperture values (with manual iris ring, like the HD 20x L IS III lens). Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring (only lenses with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III lens) F1.6, F1.8, F2.0, F2.2, F2.4, F2.6, F2.8, F3.2, F3.4, F3.7, F4.0, F4.4, F4...
... aperture values (with manual iris ring, like the HD 20x L IS III lens). Select the aperture using the IRIS dial or the iris ring (only lenses with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III lens) F1.6, F1.8, F2.0, F2.2, F2.4, F2.6, F2.8, F3.2, F3.4, F3.7, F4.0, F4.4, F4...
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... a sufficiently well lit place. Readjust the custom white balance if you set the custom white balance: Very rarely and depending on /off (lenses with a built-in a single color (sky, sea or forest) -Under mercury lamps or certain types of the custom preset positions, A or B....will stop flashing and stay on when the setting is activated. 72 The custom white balance set with a Custom White Balance Previously Set 1. Point the camcorder at the white object until it pops out. 3. Recording with the procedure above: The color matrix [CMX] setting, the 3 R/G/B gain settings,...
... a sufficiently well lit place. Readjust the custom white balance if you set the custom white balance: Very rarely and depending on /off (lenses with a built-in a single color (sky, sea or forest) -Under mercury lamps or certain types of the custom preset positions, A or B....will stop flashing and stay on when the setting is activated. 72 The custom white balance set with a Custom White Balance Previously Set 1. Point the camcorder at the white object until it pops out. 3. Recording with the procedure above: The color matrix [CMX] setting, the 3 R/G/B gain settings,...
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... the following custom preset file. This affects only the display, and the video signal being output from all terminals will not change. • When using XL lenses designed for HDV recording, the Flip EVF function will reverse the displayed image both upside/down and right/left. The SDI output setup menu appears...
... the following custom preset file. This affects only the display, and the video signal being output from all terminals will not change. • When using XL lenses designed for HDV recording, the Flip EVF function will reverse the displayed image both upside/down and right/left. The SDI output setup menu appears...
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...on the left select [ READ FROM CARD]. 3. Custom display files saved with a Canon XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with a built-in Standard Definition Setting ...ON(ALWAYS)] * Setting applicable only when using lenses with autofocus function. 05 [ND] ND Filter displays Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] * Setting applicable only when using lenses with iris control. 02 [CAMERA DATA2] Camera...], [ON] [SHUTTER SPEED] Shutter speed display: [OFF], [ON] * Setting applicable only when using lenses with zoom control (variable focal length). 04 [FOCUS] Focus Distance Display You can select to display the...
...on the left select [ READ FROM CARD]. 3. Custom display files saved with a Canon XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with a built-in Standard Definition Setting ...ON(ALWAYS)] * Setting applicable only when using lenses with autofocus function. 05 [ND] ND Filter displays Setting Options: [OFF], [ON] * Setting applicable only when using lenses with iris control. 02 [CAMERA DATA2] Camera...], [ON] [SHUTTER SPEED] Shutter speed display: [OFF], [ON] * Setting applicable only when using lenses with zoom control (variable focal length). 04 [FOCUS] Focus Distance Display You can select to display the...
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Using a lens specially designed for a moment while the camcorder is focusing. • While the PHOTO button is recorded immediately. 3. Do not change the position of March 2008, only the following lenses can be used to record a still image on a write-protected memory card the message "THE CARD IS SET FOR...turns green once the focus is adjusted and exposure is set the / (card/tape) switch to record still images. Do not turn off the camcorder, remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply. 121 Using a Memory Card If you are using an SDHC or SD memory card, make ...
Using a lens specially designed for a moment while the camcorder is focusing. • While the PHOTO button is recorded immediately. 3. Do not change the position of March 2008, only the following lenses can be used to record a still image on a write-protected memory card the message "THE CARD IS SET FOR...turns green once the focus is adjusted and exposure is set the / (card/tape) switch to record still images. Do not turn off the camcorder, remove the battery pack or disconnect the power supply. 121 Using a Memory Card If you are using an SDHC or SD memory card, make ...
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... 59 recording level is set too low. While playing back a tape recorded in airplanes or on the memory card to the locked position. Lenses with more than 0.01% of the write-protect 148 protect switch is set to unlock it again. 32 No memory card. This has no... lens in HDV Video heads are dirty. The REC LEVEL switch is turned on the TV screen. Microphone attenuator is set to appear. Camcorder is turned off the camcorder. on . You attempted to mode. 114 Load a cassette. 31 Clean the video heads. 148 Stop playback/dubbing. - Memory Card ...
... 59 recording level is set too low. While playing back a tape recorded in airplanes or on the memory card to the locked position. Lenses with more than 0.01% of the write-protect 148 protect switch is set to unlock it again. 32 No memory card. This has no... lens in HDV Video heads are dirty. The REC LEVEL switch is turned on the TV screen. Microphone attenuator is set to appear. Camcorder is turned off the camcorder. on . You attempted to mode. 114 Load a cassette. 31 Clean the video heads. 148 Stop playback/dubbing. - Memory Card ...
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... Pack CB-920 Car Battery Adapter CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller TA-100 Tripod Adapter Extender XL 1.6x EF Adapter XL 16x Zoom Lens XL 5.4-86.4mm 20x L IS Lens HD 6x L Lens HD 20x L IS II Lens FS-72U Filter Set RC-72 Ratio Converter HC... compact power adapter or the car battery adapter. 1 Can be used. 3 When you use the FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder with this camcorder. 4 When attaching EF lenses to the camcorder, the approximate 35 mm equivalent of the effective focal length is as the power source. Also, you can use the battery adapter supplied...
... Pack CB-920 Car Battery Adapter CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller TA-100 Tripod Adapter Extender XL 1.6x EF Adapter XL 16x Zoom Lens XL 5.4-86.4mm 20x L IS Lens HD 6x L Lens HD 20x L IS II Lens FS-72U Filter Set RC-72 Ratio Converter HC... compact power adapter or the car battery adapter. 1 Can be used. 3 When you use the FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder with this camcorder. 4 When attaching EF lenses to the camcorder, the approximate 35 mm equivalent of the effective focal length is as the power source. Also, you can use the battery adapter supplied...
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... that the effective focal length of still camera lenses is multiplied by connecting the CH-910 with the FU-1000 is connected to the LANC terminal of a Canon camcorder, it with this camcorder, you to attach Canon EF lenses to the camcorder. ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller When the ZR...-2000 is not required. EF Adapter XL This allows you can also power the camcorder by 8.8x (4:3)/7.2x (16:9). • Consult...
... that the effective focal length of still camera lenses is multiplied by connecting the CH-910 with the FU-1000 is connected to the LANC terminal of a Canon camcorder, it with this camcorder, you to attach Canon EF lenses to the camcorder. ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller When the ZR...-2000 is not required. EF Adapter XL This allows you can also power the camcorder by 8.8x (4:3)/7.2x (16:9). • Consult...