XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller. [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the operating mode and are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of their respective companies. 5 To adjust for purchasing the Canon XL H1. Setting the Date and Time... MENU ( 34) SYSTEM/ D/TIME SET Available functions depend on the screen. The Canon HD Video 5.4-108 mm L IS II Zoom Lens supplied with the Lens Kit ...
... refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller. [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the operating mode and are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of their respective companies. 5 To adjust for purchasing the Canon XL H1. Setting the Date and Time... MENU ( 34) SYSTEM/ D/TIME SET Available functions depend on the screen. The Canon HD Video 5.4-108 mm L IS II Zoom Lens supplied with the Lens Kit ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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......2 Important Safety Instructions...3 Using this Manual ...5 Checking the Supplied Accessories ...9 Components Guide...10 Preparations Preparing the Power Supply...16 Preparing the Camcorder ...19 Preparing the Lens ...24 Using the Wireless Controller ...28 Loading/Unloading a Cassette ...29 Inserting/Removing a Memory Card...30 Changing ...Settings with the MENU Button...31 Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time...41 Recording Recording ...42 Selecting the Signal Standard (HD/SD)...47 Changing the Aspect Ratio...48 End Search...49 Zooming ...50 Adjusting the Focus ...52 Using the ND Filter (...
......2 Important Safety Instructions...3 Using this Manual ...5 Checking the Supplied Accessories ...9 Components Guide...10 Preparations Preparing the Power Supply...16 Preparing the Camcorder ...19 Preparing the Lens ...24 Using the Wireless Controller ...28 Loading/Unloading a Cassette ...29 Inserting/Removing a Memory Card...30 Changing ...Settings with the MENU Button...31 Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time...41 Recording Recording ...42 Selecting the Signal Standard (HD/SD)...47 Changing the Aspect Ratio...48 End Search...49 Zooming ...50 Adjusting the Focus ...52 Using the ND Filter (...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...Date of theft. Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Checking the Supplied Accessories Body Kit CA-920 Compact DC-920 DC Coupler BP-950G Battery Pack SDC-16M SD Memory WL-D5000 Wireless E... Accessories Supplied with the Lens Kit Canon HD Video 5.4-108 mm L IS II Zoom Lens (with soft case) Lens Cap Lens Dust Cap Lens Hood The serial number of this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of Purchase: Model Name: XL H1 A Purchased From: Serial No.: ...
...Date of theft. Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Checking the Supplied Accessories Body Kit CA-920 Compact DC-920 DC Coupler BP-950G Battery Pack SDC-16M SD Memory WL-D5000 Wireless E... Accessories Supplied with the Lens Kit Canon HD Video 5.4-108 mm L IS II Zoom Lens (with soft case) Lens Cap Lens Dust Cap Lens Hood The serial number of this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of Purchase: Model Name: XL H1 A Purchased From: Serial No.: ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...viewfinder 16x Supplied color viewfinder Manual Zoom Lens Optional FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder 3x Zoom Supplied color viewfinder Lens XL Optional FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder Typical Recording HD 20x L Supplied color viewfinder Time* IS Lens Optional FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder 20x L IS Supplied color... To conserve battery power, turn off . Battery Pack Charging Time with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off the camcorder instead of leaving it in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). A lithium ion...
...viewfinder 16x Supplied color viewfinder Manual Zoom Lens Optional FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder 3x Zoom Supplied color viewfinder Lens XL Optional FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder Typical Recording HD 20x L Supplied color viewfinder Time* IS Lens Optional FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder 20x L IS Supplied color... To conserve battery power, turn off . Battery Pack Charging Time with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off the camcorder instead of leaving it in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). A lithium ion...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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.... 3. Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens. 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 HDV compatible, the messages ..."THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY" and "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will appear. 24...
.... 3. Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens. 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 HDV compatible, the messages ..."THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY" and "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will appear. 24...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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Select the aspect ratio as a standard-definition (SD) camera. Selecting the Signal Standard (HD/SD) E MODE SELECT switch Set the MODE SELECT switch to the desired position. • 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 record on in DV standard or to HD. 47 Recording If you set the [LED ON/OFF] option in the [SYSTEM/ ] submenu to [ON], the MODE SELECT switch will light on the tape in blue when you set the MODE SELECT switch to use the camcorder as desired.
Select the aspect ratio as a standard-definition (SD) camera. Selecting the Signal Standard (HD/SD) E MODE SELECT switch Set the MODE SELECT switch to the desired position. • 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 record on in DV standard or to HD. 47 Recording If you set the [LED ON/OFF] option in the [SYSTEM/ ] submenu to [ON], the MODE SELECT switch will light on the tape in blue when you set the MODE SELECT switch to use the camcorder as desired.
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... cm (0.8 in the 60i mode. Autofocus may not work well on the lens is set when the focus selector on the following subjects. The camcorder will return to focus manually. In that case, focus manually. -Reflective surfaces -Subjects with built-in ND filter, turn it easier to focus manually, you... In 30F and 24F mode, autofocus takes longer than in .) (at wide-angle. AF switch Focus ring Focus selector Autofocus (Lenses equipped with the HD 20x L IS Lens) Turn the focus ring during autofocus to autofocus as soon as you release the focus ring. When you are using a lens with...
... cm (0.8 in the 60i mode. Autofocus may not work well on the lens is set when the focus selector on the following subjects. The camcorder will return to focus manually. In that case, focus manually. -Reflective surfaces -Subjects with built-in ND filter, turn it easier to focus manually, you... In 30F and 24F mode, autofocus takes longer than in .) (at wide-angle. AF switch Focus ring Focus selector Autofocus (Lenses equipped with the HD 20x L IS Lens) Turn the focus ring during autofocus to autofocus as soon as you release the focus ring. When you are using a lens with...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... Preset (Lenses equipped with the focus ring. 4. Setting the Focus Preset Speed MENU ( 31) CAMERA SETUP F SPEED PSET• HIGH Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. The camcorder returns to the preset focus setting. Peaking While recording or in record pause, press the EVF PEAKING button. • The outlines... The Peaking and Magnifying functions will not affect your recordings but the magnified picture will be output as is to the HD/SD SDI terminal and the HDV/DV terminal. The Magnifying function will be memorized and to return to that focus setting instantly.
... Preset (Lenses equipped with the focus ring. 4. Setting the Focus Preset Speed MENU ( 31) CAMERA SETUP F SPEED PSET• HIGH Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. The camcorder returns to the preset focus setting. Peaking While recording or in record pause, press the EVF PEAKING button. • The outlines... The Peaking and Magnifying functions will not affect your recordings but the magnified picture will be output as is to the HD/SD SDI terminal and the HDV/DV terminal. The Magnifying function will be memorized and to return to that focus setting instantly.
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... Using the ND Filter (Lenses with Built-in ND Filter) E When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may appear blurred.When you should do - In such... may be effective ( 79). 55 Recording ND filter unlock button ND filter operating ring With the HD 20x L IS Lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn it means ND filter is ...off the ND filter * If you have no external ND filter available, use the Tv mode and set a high shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value. In recording programs other than M ...
... Using the ND Filter (Lenses with Built-in ND Filter) E When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may appear blurred.When you should do - In such... may be effective ( 79). 55 Recording ND filter unlock button ND filter operating ring With the HD 20x L IS Lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn it means ND filter is ...off the ND filter * If you have no external ND filter available, use the Tv mode and set a high shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value. In recording programs other than M ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... the following synchronization options. Time Code OUT The camcorder's internal time code is not available if you can include in the [SIGNAL SETUP] submenu. When you can use either an HD Y signal or an NTSC composite video signal. 60 Also you set [T.CODE OUT] to the external signal being received from... the TC IN terminal will appear on the side panel display. The user bit of the camcorder's time code generator will be the time...
... the following synchronization options. Time Code OUT The camcorder's internal time code is not available if you can include in the [SIGNAL SETUP] submenu. When you can use either an HD Y signal or an NTSC composite video signal. 60 Also you set [T.CODE OUT] to the external signal being received from... the TC IN terminal will appear on the side panel display. The user bit of the camcorder's time code generator will be the time...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... Selecting the Synchronization Method MENU ( 31) SIGNAL SETUP EXT. It will disappear). Genlock synchronization is not possible when the signal standard of the camcorder (HD/SD) is different from the TC IN terminal. Recording 61 SYNC•••OFF E Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [EXT....) with the [GENLCK ADJUST] option in SD mode, Time Code IN is being received. it can be adjusted within the range of the camcorder will be ignored and the external time code's drop-frame bit will be used instead (if the external time code is non-drop frame, ...
... Selecting the Synchronization Method MENU ( 31) SIGNAL SETUP EXT. It will disappear). Genlock synchronization is not possible when the signal standard of the camcorder (HD/SD) is different from the TC IN terminal. Recording 61 SYNC•••OFF E Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [EXT....) with the [GENLCK ADJUST] option in SD mode, Time Code IN is being received. it can be adjusted within the range of the camcorder will be ignored and the external time code's drop-frame bit will be used instead (if the external time code is non-drop frame, ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...menu. Make sure to [OFF] and close the menu. Select [LED ON/OFF], set [CHAR. Other Camcorder Functions/Settings Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) When recording in Standard Definition (SD mode) only, you can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play back a tape that ... year, month, day, hour and minute - OUT] setting will turn off the POWER, CARD access, HD selection and HDV/DV Terminal indicators as well as the tally lamp, even when the camcorder is operating. This is a feature that has been recorded in LP mode may be distorted. Superimposing the ...
...menu. Make sure to [OFF] and close the menu. Select [LED ON/OFF], set [CHAR. Other Camcorder Functions/Settings Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP) When recording in Standard Definition (SD mode) only, you can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play back a tape that ... year, month, day, hour and minute - OUT] setting will turn off the POWER, CARD access, HD selection and HDV/DV Terminal indicators as well as the tally lamp, even when the camcorder is operating. This is a feature that has been recorded in LP mode may be distorted. Superimposing the ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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Select [HD DOWN-CONV], select a setting option and close the menu. 4 Using the S-VIDEO or VIDEO Terminal If connecting to a TV, set the input selector to LINE. ... S-Video Cable (commercially available) 102 INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R S (S1)-VIDEO 3 Using the HDV/DV Terminal DV Cable (commercially available) 4-pin 6-pin • When connecting the camcorder to a monitor TV that supports DV, you may need to carry out a procedure on the DV conversion and select whether to convert a tape recorded in...
Select [HD DOWN-CONV], select a setting option and close the menu. 4 Using the S-VIDEO or VIDEO Terminal If connecting to a TV, set the input selector to LINE. ... S-Video Cable (commercially available) 102 INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R S (S1)-VIDEO 3 Using the HDV/DV Terminal DV Cable (commercially available) 4-pin 6-pin • When connecting the camcorder to a monitor TV that supports DV, you may need to carry out a procedure on the DV conversion and select whether to convert a tape recorded in...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...record on the tape an external video signal, either from the analog video input (SD standard) or from the HDV/DV input (SD or HD standard). Connected device: Stop playback. 110 Connected device: Load the recorded cassette. 6. Press the and buttons (or the REC PAUSE button ... REAR). 5. Set the POWER dial to the analog video device. Connected device: Start the playback. 6. Recording starts. 9. HDV/DV In 1. Connect the camcorder to and load a blank cassette. 3. Set the POWER dial to a Monitor/TV ( 102). 2. In this mode you can select the audio channels to...
...record on the tape an external video signal, either from the analog video input (SD standard) or from the HDV/DV input (SD or HD standard). Connected device: Stop playback. 110 Connected device: Load the recorded cassette. 6. Press the and buttons (or the REC PAUSE button ... REAR). 5. Set the POWER dial to the analog video device. Connected device: Start the playback. 6. Recording starts. 9. HDV/DV In 1. Connect the camcorder to and load a blank cassette. 3. Set the POWER dial to a Monitor/TV ( 102). 2. In this mode you can select the audio channels to...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...download video and audio recordings (in HDV or DV standards) from the computer to the camcorder: - HDV video output: In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the [PLAYBACK STD] setting to [HDV] and the [HD DOWN-CONV] setting to [OFF]. - Editing 113 IEEE1394 terminal DV cable (commercially available)...HDV video input: In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the [PLAYBACK STD] setting to [HDV] and the [HD DOWN-CONV] setting to [OFF]. - Connecting to a Computer (IEEE1394) To connect the camcorder to a computer you need to ensure the following requirements: a computer equipped with an IEEE1394 (DV) terminal...
...download video and audio recordings (in HDV or DV standards) from the computer to the camcorder: - HDV video output: In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the [PLAYBACK STD] setting to [HDV] and the [HD DOWN-CONV] setting to [OFF]. - Editing 113 IEEE1394 terminal DV cable (commercially available)...HDV video input: In the SIGNAL SETUP menu set the [PLAYBACK STD] setting to [HDV] and the [HD DOWN-CONV] setting to [OFF]. - Connecting to a Computer (IEEE1394) To connect the camcorder to a computer you need to ensure the following requirements: a computer equipped with an IEEE1394 (DV) terminal...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED When the playback standard is already set in the camcorder, you attempted to play back a tape in a video standard different from that set in the camcorder, you can continue recording/playback. IS OPEN 30 HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS You mounted a lens that does not support HDV recording.... 24 THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY You mounted a lens that set the time zone, date and time. 41 CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is inserted into the camcorder. 30 NO ...
... PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED When the playback standard is already set in the camcorder, you attempted to play back a tape in a video standard different from that set in the camcorder, you can continue recording/playback. IS OPEN 30 HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS You mounted a lens that does not support HDV recording.... 24 THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY You mounted a lens that set the time zone, date and time. 41 CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK Battery pack is inserted into the camcorder. 30 NO ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...While playing back a tape recorded Video heads are dirty in HDV standard there are set Set the [HD DOWN-CONV] option 35 with the 21 dioptric adjustment lever. turned off the camcorder. No memory card. Memory card cannot be erased. The air bubbles disappear in the playback picture. Viewfinder.... Sometimes air bubbles may Record in the Av mode with built-in image stabilizer: Detected air bubbles inside the lens in airplanes or on high mountains. This is blurred. This is not set to [ON]. Image cannot be played back. The INPUT SELECT switch is not a malfunction...
...While playing back a tape recorded Video heads are dirty in HDV standard there are set Set the [HD DOWN-CONV] option 35 with the 21 dioptric adjustment lever. turned off the camcorder. No memory card. Memory card cannot be erased. The air bubbles disappear in the playback picture. Viewfinder.... Sometimes air bubbles may Record in the Av mode with built-in image stabilizer: Detected air bubbles inside the lens in airplanes or on high mountains. This is blurred. This is not set to [ON]. Image cannot be played back. The INPUT SELECT switch is not a malfunction...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... charge two battery packs consecutively. ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller When the ZR-2000 is connected to the LANC terminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible to control functions such as the start and stop of the camcorder, it is possible to review the on the local display without having to the...: HD 20x L ISII Lens D51-0361-000 Lens Hood D52-0290-000 Lens Soft Case D81-1490-000 Optional accessories: BP-970G Battery 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 3x...
... charge two battery packs consecutively. ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller When the ZR-2000 is connected to the LANC terminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible to control functions such as the start and stop of the camcorder, it is possible to review the on the local display without having to the...: HD 20x L ISII Lens D51-0361-000 Lens Hood D52-0290-000 Lens Soft Case D81-1490-000 Optional accessories: BP-970G Battery 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 3x...
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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... an unprecedented array of capturing superior-quality, widescreen moving images. Equipped with a Genuine Canon 20x HD zoom lens, Total Image Control, selectable frame rates, and sophisticated image processing, the XL H1 is Canon's XL H1, the revolutionary HD Camcorder with independent level controls • Canon's DIGIC DV II HD DSP chip for multi-camera shoots. THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER The High Definition era has arrived.
... an unprecedented array of capturing superior-quality, widescreen moving images. Equipped with a Genuine Canon 20x HD zoom lens, Total Image Control, selectable frame rates, and sophisticated image processing, the XL H1 is Canon's XL H1, the revolutionary HD Camcorder with independent level controls • Canon's DIGIC DV II HD DSP chip for multi-camera shoots. THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER The High Definition era has arrived.
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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the perfect look is outstanding resolution and picture quality, highly accurate color reproduction, and a wide dynamic range with 1.67 million pixels (1440 x 1080) for professional photography and broadcast television. Frame Rates In today's ... stunning clarity. The 1.485 Gigabit per second output of the XL H1's HD-SDI terminal provides a raw, uncompressed HD signal with the XL H1's Total Image Control, a wide range of "looks"can be obtained: from a laptop or desktop computer. THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER Genuine Canon Optics Canon is designed to meet the demands of even the most diverse...
the perfect look is outstanding resolution and picture quality, highly accurate color reproduction, and a wide dynamic range with 1.67 million pixels (1440 x 1080) for professional photography and broadcast television. Frame Rates In today's ... stunning clarity. The 1.485 Gigabit per second output of the XL H1's HD-SDI terminal provides a raw, uncompressed HD signal with the XL H1's Total Image Control, a wide range of "looks"can be obtained: from a laptop or desktop computer. THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER Genuine Canon Optics Canon is designed to meet the demands of even the most diverse...