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... within the product's enclosure, that may infringe on a circuit different from that to stop operation of the FCC Rules. HD Video Camera Recorder, XL H1S A / XL H1A A Systems. This device complies with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the ... found to radio communications. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in the manual. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for...
... within the product's enclosure, that may infringe on a circuit different from that to stop operation of the FCC Rules. HD Video Camera Recorder, XL H1S A / XL H1A A Systems. This device complies with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the ... found to radio communications. Do not make any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in the manual. Inc. One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. However, there is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for...
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... SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. Servicing - Overloading - Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Video Camera Recorder XL H1S A / XL H1A A and all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3 Do not use accessories not recommended in this product through openings as to provide some protection...
... SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. Servicing - Overloading - Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word "product" refers to the Canon HD Video Camera Recorder XL H1S A / XL H1A A and all servicing to qualified service personnel. 3 Do not use accessories not recommended in this product through openings as to provide some protection...
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... with a total of 1.67 mega pixels and 1,440x1,080 effective pixels), the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of professional broadcast cameras. Record audio using three 1/3-in HDV standard. CCDs (each with the XL H1S / XL H1A. Whatever your video needs -TV programs, commercials, music videos or movies- The...Capabilities Ultimate HD Quality New and improved lens The HD 20x L IS III is equipped with phantom power supply. You can also activate the audio peak limiter ( 59) to deliver the "look" you even more ! 5 DIGIC DV II image processor The next generation of Canon's video...
... with a total of 1.67 mega pixels and 1,440x1,080 effective pixels), the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of professional broadcast cameras. Record audio using three 1/3-in HDV standard. CCDs (each with the XL H1S / XL H1A. Whatever your video needs -TV programs, commercials, music videos or movies- The...Capabilities Ultimate HD Quality New and improved lens The HD 20x L IS III is equipped with phantom power supply. You can also activate the audio peak limiter ( 59) to deliver the "look" you even more ! 5 DIGIC DV II image processor The next generation of Canon's video...
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...the SELECT dial to select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] and press the SET button. 3. Please read this manual carefully before you for purchasing the Canon XL H1S / XL H1A. Operating modes The availability of their respective companies. • ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT ... • Other names and products not mentioned above may be used in the manual show an XL H1S with the HD 20x L IS III lens attached. About this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for daylight saving time, select the time zone marked with a . Conventions Used...
...the SELECT dial to select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ] and press the SET button. 3. Please read this manual carefully before you for purchasing the Canon XL H1S / XL H1A. Operating modes The availability of their respective companies. • ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT ... • Other names and products not mentioned above may be used in the manual show an XL H1S with the HD 20x L IS III lens attached. About this Manual Thank you use the camcorder and retain it for daylight saving time, select the time zone marked with a . Conventions Used...
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Camera Section HD/SD Recorder Section HDV/DV HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD ( HDV/DV Terminal HDV/DV only) Playback Signal HDV/DV Introduction 7 the recording standard on the tape will be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications; The video signal can be HDV or DV, respectively. About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications In the manual, a distinction is made between video signal standards (camera section) and recording standards (recorder section).
Camera Section HD/SD Recorder Section HDV/DV HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD ( HDV/DV Terminal HDV/DV only) Playback Signal HDV/DV Introduction 7 the recording standard on the tape will be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications; The video signal can be HDV or DV, respectively. About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications In the manual, a distinction is made between video signal standards (camera section) and recording standards (recorder section).
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... External Monitor Cable Adjustment Band (for the external Adapter Holder Unit microphone holder) Tripod Adapter Base SS-1100 Shoulder Strap Camcorder Dust Cap Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom XL 5.4-108 mm L IS III (incl. soft case) Lens Cap and Dust Cap Lens Hood The serial number of ...of your purchase to aid identification in case of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of theft. Date of Purchase: Model Name: XL H1S A / XL H1A A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address Dealer ...
... External Monitor Cable Adjustment Band (for the external Adapter Holder Unit microphone holder) Tripod Adapter Base SS-1100 Shoulder Strap Camcorder Dust Cap Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom XL 5.4-108 mm L IS III (incl. soft case) Lens Cap and Dust Cap Lens Hood The serial number of ...of your purchase to aid identification in case of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of theft. Date of Purchase: Model Name: XL H1S A / XL H1A A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address Dealer ...
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Left side view Viewfinder unit/Microphone unit HD 20x L IS III lens Eye cup ( 22) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 23) Color viewfinder ( 21-24) STEREO/MONO microphone selector ( 58) Lock screw ( 23) Viewfinder cable ( 21) Lock release button ( 24) Iris ring ( 65, 68) Zoom ring ( 42) Lens hood ( 28) Focus ring ( 44) RESET button ( 150) Memory card slot ( 32) ND filter operating ring ( 49) ND filter unlock button ( 49) STABILIZER ON/OFF switch ( 61) POSITION PRESET switch ( 43) AF switch ( 44)/ POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch ( 43) Focus mode switch ( 45) 12
Left side view Viewfinder unit/Microphone unit HD 20x L IS III lens Eye cup ( 22) Dioptric adjustment lever ( 23) Color viewfinder ( 21-24) STEREO/MONO microphone selector ( 58) Lock screw ( 23) Viewfinder cable ( 21) Lock release button ( 24) Iris ring ( 65, 68) Zoom ring ( 42) Lens hood ( 28) Focus ring ( 44) RESET button ( 150) Memory card slot ( 32) ND filter operating ring ( 49) ND filter unlock button ( 49) STABILIZER ON/OFF switch ( 61) POSITION PRESET switch ( 43) AF switch ( 44)/ POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch ( 43) Focus mode switch ( 45) 12
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... MIC terminals ( 25) Lens hood lock screw ( 28) Grip zoom lever ( 42) PHOTO button ( 121) / MAGN. button ( 108) Cassette compartment ( 31) 13 RELEASE button ( 17) HD/SD SDI terminal* ( 86) GENLOCK terminal* ( 54) TC-OUT terminal* ( 54) * only. Right side view Introduction S-video terminal ( 88) VIDEO OUT terminal (BNC) ( 88) VIDEO...
... MIC terminals ( 25) Lens hood lock screw ( 28) Grip zoom lever ( 42) PHOTO button ( 121) / MAGN. button ( 108) Cassette compartment ( 31) 13 RELEASE button ( 17) HD/SD SDI terminal* ( 86) GENLOCK terminal* ( 54) TC-OUT terminal* ( 54) * only. Right side view Introduction S-video terminal ( 88) VIDEO OUT terminal (BNC) ( 88) VIDEO...
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.... 175 min. 240 min. 340 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 190 min. Actual time may be shorter. 2 Optional. 19 HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder 145 min. 220 min. 310 min. 425 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 DV Playback Time (supplied color viewfinder...-945 BP-950G BP-970G 145 min. 220 min. 235 min. 320 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 110 min. 170 min. 240 min. 330 min. HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder 85 min. 125 min. 180 min. 245 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 60 min. 95 min. 130 min...
.... 175 min. 240 min. 340 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 65 min. 100 min. 140 min. 190 min. Actual time may be shorter. 2 Optional. 19 HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder 145 min. 220 min. 310 min. 425 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 DV Playback Time (supplied color viewfinder...-945 BP-950G BP-970G 145 min. 220 min. 235 min. 320 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 110 min. 170 min. 240 min. 330 min. HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder 85 min. 125 min. 180 min. 245 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 60 min. 95 min. 130 min...
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... 205 min. 195 min. 290 min. 410 min. 560 min. 1 Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder 90 min. 135 min. 190 min. 260 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 60 min. 95 min. 130 min...monochrome viewfinder2 110 min. 165 min. 235 min. 315 min. 16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder 155 min. 235 min. 335 min. 455 min. HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder 155 min. 230 min. 325 min. 450 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 65 min. 100 min. 140 ...
... 205 min. 195 min. 290 min. 410 min. 560 min. 1 Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off. HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder 90 min. 135 min. 190 min. 260 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 60 min. 95 min. 130 min...monochrome viewfinder2 110 min. 165 min. 235 min. 315 min. 16x Manual Zoom Lens Supplied color viewfinder 155 min. 235 min. 335 min. 455 min. HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder 155 min. 230 min. 325 min. 450 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder2 65 min. 100 min. 140 ...
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... the Lens 1. Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens. Be careful not to the camcorder, the messages "THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY" and "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will flash in red on the camcorder and turn off the camcorder while cleaning the lens. Proper operation cannot... sources when mounting or removing the lens. The XL mount is not compatible with lenses that were not designed for HDV recording. Preparing the Lens Refer also to dust or dirt. Remove the dust caps from the camcorder and the lens. 3. Align the red mark on the...
... the Lens 1. Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens. Be careful not to the camcorder, the messages "THIS LENS HAS NO STILL SHOOTING CAPABILITY" and "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will flash in red on the camcorder and turn off the camcorder while cleaning the lens. Proper operation cannot... sources when mounting or removing the lens. The XL mount is not compatible with lenses that were not designed for HDV recording. Preparing the Lens Refer also to dust or dirt. Remove the dust caps from the camcorder and the lens. 3. Align the red mark on the...
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...the optional Extender XL 1.6x. Adjusting the Flange Back (lenses without built-in flange back adjustment function) The flange back can be guaranteed when recording in place. Preparations 1. Place the camcorder at a ...different lenses. The camcorder can be adjusted automatically by the camcorder (AF) or manually (MF). Zoom in the center of the lens and screw it clockwise until the Canon logo appears on... to full wide-angle. 4. If necessary, use the ND filter. 28 The message "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will appear when using the extender, even with the thread. 2. Place the...
...the optional Extender XL 1.6x. Adjusting the Flange Back (lenses without built-in flange back adjustment function) The flange back can be guaranteed when recording in place. Preparations 1. Place the camcorder at a ...different lenses. The camcorder can be adjusted automatically by the camcorder (AF) or manually (MF). Zoom in the center of the lens and screw it clockwise until the Canon logo appears on... to full wide-angle. 4. If necessary, use the ND filter. 28 The message "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will appear when using the extender, even with the thread. 2. Place the...
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... can attach the optional RC-72 Ratio Converter (0.8x) to get the same angle of view of the 16:9 aspect ratio. (Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC-72.) 40 it is changed while recording, the standard/aspect ratio will appear in 4:3, you can select the signal... has an aspect ratio of 16:9, when you play back on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on a standard TV set with 4:3 aspect ratio, set will switch automatically to widescreen mode if it will change ...
... can attach the optional RC-72 Ratio Converter (0.8x) to get the same angle of view of the 16:9 aspect ratio. (Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC-72.) 40 it is changed while recording, the standard/aspect ratio will appear in 4:3, you can select the signal... has an aspect ratio of 16:9, when you play back on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on a standard TV set with 4:3 aspect ratio, set will switch automatically to widescreen mode if it will change ...
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...switch is set to CONSTANT, the zoom speed will be constant at one on the carrying handle. Zooming You can operate the zoom using the HD 20x L IS III lens (from full wide-angle to full telephoto): ZOOM SPEED switch Zoom speed level Custom function [ZOOM SPEED] setting [... - 60 sec. 1 min. 1.22 sec. 1 Default setting when recording movies. With the customized functions ( 104) you turn it toward SLOW to -end), the camcorder will appear next to the zoom indicator). Zoom Speed Zoom lever on the wireless controller. When recording still images, the default setting is [FAST]. 2 When...
...switch is set to CONSTANT, the zoom speed will be constant at one on the carrying handle. Zooming You can operate the zoom using the HD 20x L IS III lens (from full wide-angle to full telephoto): ZOOM SPEED switch Zoom speed level Custom function [ZOOM SPEED] setting [... - 60 sec. 1 min. 1.22 sec. 1 Default setting when recording movies. With the customized functions ( 104) you turn it toward SLOW to -end), the camcorder will appear next to the zoom indicator). Zoom Speed Zoom lever on the wireless controller. When recording still images, the default setting is [FAST]. 2 When...
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...AF switch When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear blurred. Autofocus In addition to the usual autofocus, the camcorder has also a Push-AF function to OFF. To make use of the lens. Move the to AF. When the aperture value used . If ...front of adjustment when the focus ring is activated as long as you hold it easier to focus manually, you are using the HD 20x L IS III lens. The camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system with a built-in the AF position. Manual Focus With the customized functions ( 104) you are ...
...AF switch When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear blurred. Autofocus In addition to the usual autofocus, the camcorder has also a Push-AF function to OFF. To make use of the lens. Move the to AF. When the aperture value used . If ...front of adjustment when the focus ring is activated as long as you hold it easier to focus manually, you are using the HD 20x L IS III lens. The camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system with a built-in the AF position. Manual Focus With the customized functions ( 104) you are ...
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...output as displayed on the memory card. With the custom function [BUTTONS OPER.1] ( 104) you start recording video or record a still image on the camcorder's viewfinder screen. With the custom function [F.AST BW-MOD] ( 104) you can set independently with the In record pause, press the EVF MAGNIFYING button...Peaking emphasizes the outlines of the subject creating a clearer contrast, and Magnifying enlarges the image on the tape ( mode only) as it is to the HD/SD SDI terminal ( only) and the HDV/DV terminal. With the custom function [CUSTOM REC] ( 104) you can select to have ...
...output as displayed on the memory card. With the custom function [BUTTONS OPER.1] ( 104) you start recording video or record a still image on the camcorder's viewfinder screen. With the custom function [F.AST BW-MOD] ( 104) you can set independently with the In record pause, press the EVF MAGNIFYING button...Peaking emphasizes the outlines of the subject creating a clearer contrast, and Magnifying enlarges the image on the tape ( mode only) as it is to the HD/SD SDI terminal ( only) and the HDV/DV terminal. With the custom function [CUSTOM REC] ( 104) you can select to have ...
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... to 1 m - (throughout the entire zoom range). Using the HD 20x L IS III lens, the focus range 10 cm - (at full wide-angle) is no lens attached. 48 appears. When there is limited to restrict the focus range. Macro Shooting (Focus Limit) Usually the camcorder's focus range allows macro shooting. Select [FOCUS LIMIT...•••OFF Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. If the lens attached does not support the macro setting being changed from the camcorder. - The focus limit will be canceled in the following cases. -
... to 1 m - (throughout the entire zoom range). Using the HD 20x L IS III lens, the focus range 10 cm - (at full wide-angle) is no lens attached. 48 appears. When there is limited to restrict the focus range. Macro Shooting (Focus Limit) Usually the camcorder's focus range allows macro shooting. Select [FOCUS LIMIT...•••OFF Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. If the lens attached does not support the macro setting being changed from the camcorder. - The focus limit will be canceled in the following cases. -
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.... Using the ND Filter (lenses with built-in ND filter) When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may be effective in such case ( 72). With the HD 20x L IS III lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter on /off...
.... Using the ND Filter (lenses with built-in ND filter) When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may be effective in such case ( 72). With the HD 20x L IS III lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter on /off...
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... to 60i using the 2:3:3:2 pulldown method. This 24F mode is converted and recorded 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 Mode Records 60 interlaced fields per second, the same as 60i. HD 30F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 30p (tape) A B C D E F G H I J 60i (playback) a a b b c c d d e e f f g g h h i i j j SD 30F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 60i (tape/playback) a a b b c c d d e e f...
... to 60i using the 2:3:3:2 pulldown method. This 24F mode is converted and recorded 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 Mode Records 60 interlaced fields per second, the same as 60i. HD 30F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 30p (tape) A B C D E F G H I J 60i (playback) a a b b c c d d e e f f g g h h i i j j SD 30F (camera) A B C D E F G H I J 60i (tape/playback) a a b b c c d d e e f...
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You can use either an HD Y signal or an NTSC composite video signal. While a time code signal is being received, the [FRAME SETTNG] and [COUNT-UP] settings of the camcorder will be ignored and the external time code's drop-frame bit will be used instead (if the ...be recorded as a standard LTC timing signal. Synchronizing the Camcorder's Time Code You can also be recorded on tape. The camcorder offers the following synchronization options. The user bit of the camcorder's time code will be output also through the HD/SD SDI terminal. Connection Diagram Genlock Time Code IN ...
You can use either an HD Y signal or an NTSC composite video signal. While a time code signal is being received, the [FRAME SETTNG] and [COUNT-UP] settings of the camcorder will be ignored and the external time code's drop-frame bit will be used instead (if the ...be recorded as a standard LTC timing signal. Synchronizing the Camcorder's Time Code You can also be recorded on tape. The camcorder offers the following synchronization options. The user bit of the camcorder's time code will be output also through the HD/SD SDI terminal. Connection Diagram Genlock Time Code IN ...