XL H1 Instruction Manual
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The video signal can be HDV (high definition) or DV, respectively. About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications Throughout the manual we will be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications. The recording standard on the tape will distinguish between the video signal standards used by the camera section of the XL H1, and the recording standards used by the recorder section of the XL H1. Camera Section HD/SD Recorder Section HDV/DV HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD HDV/DV Terminal HDV/DV Playback Signal HDV/DV 6
The video signal can be HDV (high definition) or DV, respectively. About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications Throughout the manual we will be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications. The recording standard on the tape will distinguish between the video signal standards used by the camera section of the XL H1, and the recording standards used by the recorder section of the XL H1. Camera Section HD/SD Recorder Section HDV/DV HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD HDV/DV Terminal HDV/DV Playback Signal HDV/DV 6
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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Select the aspect ratio as a standard-definition (SD) camera. If you set the MODE SELECT switch to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on in blue when you set the [LED ON/OFF] option in the [SYSTEM/ ] submenu to [ON], the MODE SELECT switch will light on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as desired. 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 DV standard or to HD. 47 Recording
Select the aspect ratio as a standard-definition (SD) camera. If you set the MODE SELECT switch to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on in blue when you set the [LED ON/OFF] option in the [SYSTEM/ ] submenu to [ON], the MODE SELECT switch will light on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as desired. 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 DV standard or to HD. 47 Recording
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...HIGH Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Returning to the Preset Focus Setting Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to M. Adjust the focus with the focus preset function) This function enables a focus setting to be memorized and to return to "MF". "MF" and the focus preset speed display turn the camcorder...emphasized. • Press the button again to the preset focus setting. "MF" appears. 2. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to the HD/SD SDI terminal and the HDV/DV terminal. The Magnifying function will be canceled as is to SET. Select [F SPEED PSET], ...
...HIGH Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Returning to the Preset Focus Setting Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to M. Adjust the focus with the focus preset function) This function enables a focus setting to be memorized and to return to "MF". "MF" and the focus preset speed display turn the camcorder...emphasized. • Press the button again to the preset focus setting. "MF" appears. 2. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to the HD/SD SDI terminal and the HDV/DV terminal. The Magnifying function will be canceled as is to SET. Select [F SPEED PSET], ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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... to HDV output, the output signal will be in 24 fps progressive. This 24F mode is ideal for 24F (camera) A B C D E F G H playback on the recording mode: HD 60i, 30F, 24F (2:3 pulldown-converted) SD 60i, 30F, 24F (2:3 pulldown-converted or 2:3:3:2 pulldown-converted) 60i... signals. 30F Mode Records in 30 fps progressive mode and outputs signals converted into 60 fps interlaced. 30F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 60i (tape) a a b b c c d d e e f f g g h h i i j j 24F Mode HD Records in 24 fps progressive mode. This 24F mode is set to 60 fps interlaced using the 2:3 pulldown ...
... to HDV output, the output signal will be in 24 fps progressive. This 24F mode is ideal for 24F (camera) A B C D E F G H playback on the recording mode: HD 60i, 30F, 24F (2:3 pulldown-converted) SD 60i, 30F, 24F (2:3 pulldown-converted or 2:3:3:2 pulldown-converted) 60i... signals. 30F Mode Records in 30 fps progressive mode and outputs signals converted into 60 fps interlaced. 30F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 60i (tape) a a b b c c d d e e f f g g h h i i j j 24F Mode HD Records in 24 fps progressive mode. This 24F mode is set to 60 fps interlaced using the 2:3 pulldown ...
XL H1 Instruction Manual
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...) 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... SD with the following procedure. 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 recognize the camera. Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV or monitor. • If necessary...
...) 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... SD with the following procedure. 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 recognize the camera. Refer also to the instruction manual of the TV or monitor. • If necessary...
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...memory cards. ** The camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Performance cannot be guaranteed for Camera File system (DCF), ...XL H1 System Video Recording System Audio Recording System Television System Image Sensor Tape Format Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time (60 min. cassette) Fast Forward/Rewind Time Viewfinder Microphone Lens mount AF system White Balance Minimum Illumination Recommended Illumination Rotary head, helical scanning, digital component recording HDV High Definition...kHz/2CH) or 12 bit (32 kHz/4CH) HD High Definition Video (HDV) 1080/60i SD EIA standard (525...
...memory cards. ** The camcorder supports Exif 2.2 (also called "Exif Print"). Performance cannot be guaranteed for Camera File system (DCF), ...XL H1 System Video Recording System Audio Recording System Television System Image Sensor Tape Format Tape Speed Maximum Recording Time (60 min. cassette) Fast Forward/Rewind Time Viewfinder Microphone Lens mount AF system White Balance Minimum Illumination Recommended Illumination Rotary head, helical scanning, digital component recording HDV High Definition...kHz/2CH) or 12 bit (32 kHz/4CH) HD High Definition Video (HDV) 1080/60i SD EIA standard (525...
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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... with independent level controls • Canon's DIGIC DV II HD DSP chip for multi-camera shoots. These include uncompressed HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M)/SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M) video output, Genlock input, and SMPTE time code input/output for true HD signal image processing by 1440 x 1080, 4:22 color sampling THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER The High Definition era has arrived.
... with independent level controls • Canon's DIGIC DV II HD DSP chip for multi-camera shoots. These include uncompressed HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M)/SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M) video output, Genlock input, and SMPTE time code input/output for true HD signal image processing by 1440 x 1080, 4:22 color sampling THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER The High Definition era has arrived.
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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... other post-production processes; THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER Genuine Canon Optics Canon is a worldwide leader in 60i, 30F, or 24F. The XL H1's 20x HD zoom lens with over 23 individually adjustable image controls; the perfect look is outstanding resolution and picture quality, highly accurate color reproduction, and a wide dynamic range with the XL H1's Total Image Control, a wide range...
... other post-production processes; THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER Genuine Canon Optics Canon is a worldwide leader in 60i, 30F, or 24F. The XL H1's 20x HD zoom lens with over 23 individually adjustable image controls; the perfect look is outstanding resolution and picture quality, highly accurate color reproduction, and a wide dynamic range with the XL H1's Total Image Control, a wide range...
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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...camera is in Neutral Density (ND) filters provide added image control. Lens Presets Program the Canon 20x HD lens to memorize any given focus or zoom point and return to eliminate jitter and shake. The 1/6 ND setting reduces exposure by five stops. GENUINE CANON OPTICS The XL H1's high-performance 20x HD zoom lens leverages Canon's decades of Canon...'s EF photographic lenses to the VAP that point with the touch of optional lenses. Along with Canon's Fluorite lens ...
...camera is in Neutral Density (ND) filters provide added image control. Lens Presets Program the Canon 20x HD lens to memorize any given focus or zoom point and return to eliminate jitter and shake. The 1/6 ND setting reduces exposure by five stops. GENUINE CANON OPTICS The XL H1's high-performance 20x HD zoom lens leverages Canon's decades of Canon...'s EF photographic lenses to the VAP that point with the touch of optional lenses. Along with Canon's Fluorite lens ...
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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...XL H1 can also be recorded in either video color space or digital camera color space. Digital still images can be captured at 1440 x 1080 with 4:2:2 color sampling. Still images can be superimposed to show 80 percent and 90 percent safe-title and picture-safe areas. GENUINE CANON OPTICS DIGIC DV II Canon...'s exclusive next-generation DiG!C DV II HD Digital Signal Processing chip processes the HD signal at full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution in either digital color space or video color ...
...XL H1 can also be recorded in either video color space or digital camera color space. Digital still images can be captured at 1440 x 1080 with 4:2:2 color sampling. Still images can be superimposed to show 80 percent and 90 percent safe-title and picture-safe areas. GENUINE CANON OPTICS DIGIC DV II Canon...'s exclusive next-generation DiG!C DV II HD Digital Signal Processing chip processes the HD signal at full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution in either digital color space or video color ...
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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... Bit. The XL H1 provides uncompressed 1.485 Gigabit output with 4:2:2 color sampling. • Genlock input. CONNECTIVITY INPUTS & OUTPUTS Industry Standard Connection Terminals • HD-SDI and SD-SDI [SMPTE 259 M, ITU-R BT.656 (optional upgrade)] output. An external Time Code generator can also output Time Code to synchronize a number of cameras or external recording...
... Bit. The XL H1 provides uncompressed 1.485 Gigabit output with 4:2:2 color sampling. • Genlock input. CONNECTIVITY INPUTS & OUTPUTS Industry Standard Connection Terminals • HD-SDI and SD-SDI [SMPTE 259 M, ITU-R BT.656 (optional upgrade)] output. An external Time Code generator can also output Time Code to synchronize a number of cameras or external recording...
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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...channel XLR audio input, Canon offers the optional MA-300 Microphone Adapter, with the color bars. Indication Lights A warning illuminates to HD. EVF Displays The XL H1 has the ability of 4 selectable levels of the screen CUSTOM KEYS Color Bars The XL H1 provides industry standard SMPTE ...recorded. COMBINATION EVF/LCD VIEWFINDER XL H1 is also included for audio monitoring. 14 This design allows precise viewing and LCD for distance viewing. This feature allows the camera operator to match a user's personal preference. AUDIO In DV mode, the XL H1 provides the choice to its...
...channel XLR audio input, Canon offers the optional MA-300 Microphone Adapter, with the color bars. Indication Lights A warning illuminates to HD. EVF Displays The XL H1 has the ability of 4 selectable levels of the screen CUSTOM KEYS Color Bars The XL H1 provides industry standard SMPTE ...recorded. COMBINATION EVF/LCD VIEWFINDER XL H1 is also included for audio monitoring. 14 This design allows precise viewing and LCD for distance viewing. This feature allows the camera operator to match a user's personal preference. AUDIO In DV mode, the XL H1 provides the choice to its...
XLH1 Brochure PDF
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...XL H1 by connecting it with charged battery packs. The ZR-2000 is especially useful when the XL H1 is mounted on a tripod and maximum stability is multiplied by 1.6x. Extender XL...XL H1...camera...XL H1...Canon camcorder, this extender between the XL H1's 1/3-inch CCD's and 35mm film means that provides safe and stylish protection for the XL H1...XL H1...Lens XL 5.4-...Canon XL lens and the XL H1 to the XL H1. EF Adapter XL This allows users to attach Canon EF lenses to boost the focal length of the lens by 8.8x (4:3)/7.2x (16:9). KIT CONTENTS XL H1 Camcorder Body HD 20x Zoom XL...Lens XL 5.4-...
...XL H1 by connecting it with charged battery packs. The ZR-2000 is especially useful when the XL H1 is mounted on a tripod and maximum stability is multiplied by 1.6x. Extender XL...XL H1...camera...XL H1...Canon camcorder, this extender between the XL H1's 1/3-inch CCD's and 35mm film means that provides safe and stylish protection for the XL H1...XL H1...Lens XL 5.4-...Canon XL lens and the XL H1 to the XL H1. EF Adapter XL This allows users to attach Canon EF lenses to boost the focal length of the lens by 8.8x (4:3)/7.2x (16:9). KIT CONTENTS XL H1 Camcorder Body HD 20x Zoom XL...Lens XL 5.4-...