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... be part of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for video recordings compliant with phantom power supply. CCDs (each with the XL H1S / XL H1A. you even more ! 5 You can shoot it the functionality of the camcorder's operation. Advanced Professional Features Pro level connectivity An industry-standard HD/SD SDI terminal...
... be part of Canon's video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for video recordings compliant with phantom power supply. CCDs (each with the XL H1S / XL H1A. you even more ! 5 You can shoot it the functionality of the camcorder's operation. Advanced Professional Features Pro level connectivity An industry-standard HD/SD SDI terminal...
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... for purchasing the Canon XL H1S / XL H1A. Turn the SELECT dial to Troubleshooting ( 150). Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that complement the basic operating procedures. : Reference page number. Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless ... with a . In tables in the manual, menu options in boldface indicate the default setting. The supplied lens, Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom XL 5.4-108 mm L IS III, is a trademark. • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. ...
... for purchasing the Canon XL H1S / XL H1A. Turn the SELECT dial to Troubleshooting ( 150). Turn the SELECT dial to select the setting option that complement the basic operating procedures. : Reference page number. Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless ... with a . In tables in the manual, menu options in boldface indicate the default setting. The supplied lens, Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom XL 5.4-108 mm L IS III, is a trademark. • Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. ...
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... information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of Purchase: Model Name: XL H1S A / XL H1A A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.: 10 Date of the camcorder. Checking the Supplied Accessories CA-920 Compact Power Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler BP-950G Battery Pack WL... DTC-1000 Component Video Cable 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.
... information here and retain this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of Purchase: Model Name: XL H1S A / XL H1A A Purchased From: Serial No.: Dealer Address Dealer Phone No.: 10 Date of the camcorder. Checking the Supplied Accessories CA-920 Compact Power Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler BP-950G Battery Pack WL... DTC-1000 Component Video Cable 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.
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... 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 compatible with the red mark on the screen. Do not ..., lens mount and the interior of the mount, or expose them 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 be guaranteed when recording in...
... 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 compatible with the red mark on the screen. Do not ..., lens mount and the interior of the mount, or expose them 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 be guaranteed when recording in...
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... frame at full telephoto as well as at full wide-angle. 3. The camcorder can be adjusted automatically by the camcorder (AF) or manually (MF). Make sure the subject remains in the center of the lens and screw it clockwise until the Canon logo appears on at full wide-angle. 6. If necessary, use the... lens hood. • Make sure that the exposure conditions are difficult to focus on top. • Be careful not to 60i or 30F. 2. The message "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will appear when using the extender, even with the optional Extender XL 1.6x. Avoid subjects that are appropriate.
... frame at full telephoto as well as at full wide-angle. 3. The camcorder can be adjusted automatically by the camcorder (AF) or manually (MF). Make sure the subject remains in the center of the lens and screw it clockwise until the Canon logo appears on at full wide-angle. 6. If necessary, use the... lens hood. • Make sure that the exposure conditions are difficult to focus on top. • Be careful not to 60i or 30F. 2. The message "HD INCOMPATIBLE LENS" will appear when using the extender, even with the optional Extender XL 1.6x. Avoid subjects that are appropriate.
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...Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC-72.) 40 Change the position of the MODE SELECT switch is compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio, set [SIGNAL SETUP] [LETTERBOX] to [ON] ( 133). When recording in 4:3, you set with the Video ID-1 system. Since the camcorder's screen has an ...not change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. To play back 16:9 recordings, the TV set will switch automatically to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on a standard TV set the MODE SELECT switch to SD 4:3 the picture will appear...
...Note that not all XL lenses are compatible with the RC-72.) 40 Change the position of the MODE SELECT switch is compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio, set [SIGNAL SETUP] [LETTERBOX] to [ON] ( 133). When recording in 4:3, you set with the Video ID-1 system. Since the camcorder's screen has an ...not change the aspect ratio of the TV manually. To play back 16:9 recordings, the TV set will switch automatically to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera. • SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on a standard TV set the MODE SELECT switch to SD 4:3 the picture will appear...
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... the zoom speed is set to CONSTANT, the zoom speed will appear next to the zoom indicator). 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 [NORMAL]1 [SLOW] [FAST... recording movies. Zoom Speed Zoom lever on the wireless controller. When the ZOOM SPEED switch is too fast (less than 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will depend on how you turn it toward W to zoom out (wide-angle).
... the zoom speed is set to CONSTANT, the zoom speed will appear next to the zoom indicator). 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 [NORMAL]1 [SLOW] [FAST... recording movies. Zoom Speed Zoom lever on the wireless controller. When the ZOOM SPEED switch is too fast (less than 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will depend on how you turn it toward W to zoom out (wide-angle).
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... ( 49). In 30F and 24F mode, autofocus takes longer than in the center of the Peaking and Magnifying functions ( 46). The camcorder focuses on /off according to allow for temporary autofocus while focusing manually. AF switch When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the... switch in the AF position. To make use of the screen. If you are explained using the HD 20x L IS III lens) In manual focus mode, set to OFF. The camcorder can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment when the focus ring is activated as long as ...
... ( 49). In 30F and 24F mode, autofocus takes longer than in the center of the Peaking and Magnifying functions ( 46). The camcorder focuses on /off according to allow for temporary autofocus while focusing manually. AF switch When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the... switch in the AF position. To make use of the screen. If you are explained using the HD 20x L IS III lens) In manual focus mode, set to OFF. The camcorder can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment when the focus ring is activated as long as ...
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... or record a still image on the memory card. press once more to the EVF2 socket will show the exact same picture as is to the HD/SD SDI terminal ( only) and the HDV/DV terminal. With the custom function [CUSTOM REC] ( 104) you can be output as ...button again to change the Peaking level to prevent the accidental operation of the subject creating a clearer contrast, and Magnifying enlarges the image on the camcorder's viewfinder screen. Using the Focus Assist Functions (Peaking and Magnifying) In order to make manual focusing easier, you can set independently with the ...
... or record a still image on the memory card. press once more to the EVF2 socket will show the exact same picture as is to the HD/SD SDI terminal ( only) and the HDV/DV terminal. With the custom function [CUSTOM REC] ( 104) you can be output as ...button again to change the Peaking level to prevent the accidental operation of the subject creating a clearer contrast, and Magnifying enlarges the image on the camcorder's viewfinder screen. Using the Focus Assist Functions (Peaking and Magnifying) In order to make manual focusing easier, you can set independently with the ...
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... range). If the lens attached does not support the macro setting being changed from the camcorder. - appears. If the lens attached has an independent macro switch. - Macro Shooting (Focus Limit) Usually the camcorder's focus range allows macro shooting. Select [FOCUS LIMIT], set it to restrict the focus... range. Using the HD 20x L IS III lens, the focus range 10 cm - (at full wide-angle) is...
... range). If the lens attached does not support the macro setting being changed from the camcorder. - appears. If the lens attached has an independent macro switch. - Macro Shooting (Focus Limit) Usually the camcorder's focus range allows macro shooting. Select [FOCUS LIMIT], set it to restrict the focus... range. Using the HD 20x L IS III lens, the focus range 10 cm - (at full wide-angle) is...
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... filter available, use the Tv mode and set a faster shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value. Recording 49 With the HD 20x L IS III lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter on the ND filter Set the ND filter to a higher... may change when turning the ND filter on/off according to an appropriate density 1 Displayed only when using lenses with built-in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may be effective in ND filter, turn the ND filter operating ring. ND filter unlock button ND...
... filter available, use the Tv mode and set a faster shutter speed, or use the Av mode and set a small aperture value. Recording 49 With the HD 20x L IS III lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter on the ND filter Set the ND filter to a higher... may change when turning the ND filter on/off according to an appropriate density 1 Displayed only when using lenses with built-in bright surroundings, the camcorder will set a small aperture value and the picture may be effective in ND filter, turn the ND filter operating ring. ND filter unlock button ND...
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...-IN terminal ( 56). Genlock Time Code/User bit IN Time Code OUT * - - - - - - - * In SD mode, Time Code IN is input through the HD/SD SDI terminal. Synchronizing the Camcorder's Time Code You can also be recorded as a standard LTC timing signal. Genlock When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal...
...-IN terminal ( 56). Genlock Time Code/User bit IN Time Code OUT * - - - - - - - * In SD mode, Time Code IN is input through the HD/SD SDI terminal. Synchronizing the Camcorder's Time Code You can also be recorded as a standard LTC timing signal. Genlock When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal...
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...approx. ±0.4H (-1023 to +1023) with the [SIGNAL SETUP] [GENLCK ADJST] setting ( 133). Genlock synchronization is not possible when the camcorder is set to HD standard and [SDI SPEC.] is set to SD standard. The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the...on . - LOCK" indicates that Time Code IN or Time Code OUT synchronization is initially set to HD standard, Genlock synchronization is possible even if the external Genlock signal is in HD standard but the camcorder is set to [SD LOCKED]. About the Side Panel Indications - When an...
...approx. ±0.4H (-1023 to +1023) with the [SIGNAL SETUP] [GENLCK ADJST] setting ( 133). Genlock synchronization is not possible when the camcorder is set to HD standard and [SDI SPEC.] is set to SD standard. The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the...on . - LOCK" indicates that Time Code IN or Time Code OUT synchronization is initially set to HD standard, Genlock synchronization is possible even if the external Genlock signal is in HD standard but the camcorder is set to [SD LOCKED]. About the Side Panel Indications - When an...
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... standard, audio is recorded on channels 1 and 2, leaving the other channels unused. • Audio cannot be dubbed using this camcorder. • Audio recorded with this camcorder is locked audio except for audio recorded from an analog input, or from a digital input if you can change the sensitivity of...the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Selecting the Sensitivity of the Front Microphone You can reduce the sound of wind recorded from the HD/SD SDI terminal will be 48 kHz regardless of the output signal from the front microphone. Using the Wind Screen With the supplied ...
... standard, audio is recorded on channels 1 and 2, leaving the other channels unused. • Audio cannot be dubbed using this camcorder. • Audio recorded with this camcorder is locked audio except for audio recorded from an analog input, or from a digital input if you can change the sensitivity of...the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Selecting the Sensitivity of the Front Microphone You can reduce the sound of wind recorded from the HD/SD SDI terminal will be 48 kHz regardless of the output signal from the front microphone. Using the Wind Screen With the supplied ...
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... Recording mode. We recommend turning off depending on a tripod. The image stabilizer is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake. The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching an optional Extender. : The image stabilizer will be activated while half-... Image Stabilizer (lenses with image stabilization function) You can select to activate the image stabilizer or turn off the image stabilizer using the HD 20x L IS III lens: Set the STABILIZER ON/OFF switch to lock the autofocus. Recording 61 To turn it off the image ...
... Recording mode. We recommend turning off depending on a tripod. The image stabilizer is designed to compensate for a normal degree of camcorder shake. The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching an optional Extender. : The image stabilizer will be activated while half-... Image Stabilizer (lenses with image stabilization function) You can select to activate the image stabilizer or turn off the image stabilizer using the HD 20x L IS III lens: Set the STABILIZER ON/OFF switch to lock the autofocus. Recording 61 To turn it off the image ...
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... common to both). 3. Using aperture values displayed in 1/4 EV stops. IRIS ring Recording Available settings Shutter speed (60i/30F) (24F) Aperture (with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III lens) 1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300, 1/360, 1/420, 1/500, ... L IS or HD 20x L IS III Lens. ** Can only be adjusted in 1/16 EV stops; Use the exposure indicator as an estimate. • The mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure (calculated by the camcorder). With the custom function [OPER.DIRECTION] ( 104) you can ...
... common to both). 3. Using aperture values displayed in 1/4 EV stops. IRIS ring Recording Available settings Shutter speed (60i/30F) (24F) Aperture (with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III lens) 1/4*, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/180, 1/210, 1/250, 1/300, 1/360, 1/420, 1/500, ... L IS or HD 20x L IS III Lens. ** Can only be adjusted in 1/16 EV stops; Use the exposure indicator as an estimate. • The mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure (calculated by the camcorder). With the custom function [OPER.DIRECTION] ( 104) you can ...
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... with the custom keys. Pressing the button will lock the EXP. [TC HOLD] Time Code Hold You can only be canceled when you turn the camcorder on/off, change the operating mode between recording and playback or change the position of the / (card/tape) switch. [AUDIO LEVEL] Audio Level Indicator ( 59... output from the COMPONENT OUT, VIDEO IN/OUT and IN/OUT (S-Video) terminals will be put on the video signal output from the TC-OUT*, HD/SD SDI*, (LANC) and HDV/DV terminals will lock the AE SHIFT dial to prevent its accidental operation. Press the custom key button again to...
... with the custom keys. Pressing the button will lock the EXP. [TC HOLD] Time Code Hold You can only be canceled when you turn the camcorder on/off, change the operating mode between recording and playback or change the position of the / (card/tape) switch. [AUDIO LEVEL] Audio Level Indicator ( 59... output from the COMPONENT OUT, VIDEO IN/OUT and IN/OUT (S-Video) terminals will be put on the video signal output from the TC-OUT*, HD/SD SDI*, (LANC) and HDV/DV terminals will lock the AE SHIFT dial to prevent its accidental operation. Press the custom key button again to...
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...Connecting to a Monitor/TV The different recording modes and the corresponding output terminals are given in the table below: HD/SD SDI Terminal* COMPONENT OUT Terminal HDV/DV Terminal HD [LETTERBOX] 1920x1080 set to [OFF] D3 (1440x1080) MPEG TS VIDEO and Terminals [LETTERBOX] SD SDI set to...[ON] D1 (SD) DV (SD) SD 4:3 640x480 D1 (SD) Normal DV (SD) * only. Displaying the Viewfinder's Screen on the camcorder's viewfinder screen. Use the supplied external monitor cable to connect to a monitor or TV equipped with component video inputs. External Monitor Cable (supplied) ...
...Connecting to a Monitor/TV The different recording modes and the corresponding output terminals are given in the table below: HD/SD SDI Terminal* COMPONENT OUT Terminal HDV/DV Terminal HD [LETTERBOX] 1920x1080 set to [OFF] D3 (1440x1080) MPEG TS VIDEO and Terminals [LETTERBOX] SD SDI set to...[ON] D1 (SD) DV (SD) SD 4:3 640x480 D1 (SD) Normal DV (SD) * only. Displaying the Viewfinder's Screen on the camcorder's viewfinder screen. Use the supplied external monitor cable to connect to a monitor or TV equipped with component video inputs. External Monitor Cable (supplied) ...
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... [SIGNAL SETUP]. Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [COMP.OUT], select a setting option and close the menu. 87 Select [HD DOWN-CONV], select a setting option and close the menu. 3 Using the HDV/DV Terminal External Connections CV-250F DV Cable (optional) or commercially ...available 6 pin-6 pin DV cable 4-pin 6-pin • When connecting the camcorder to a monitor or TV that supports DV input, you connect. 2 Using the COMPONENT OUT Terminal Open the terminal cover White Red Stereo Cable* (...
... [SIGNAL SETUP]. Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [COMP.OUT], select a setting option and close the menu. 87 Select [HD DOWN-CONV], select a setting option and close the menu. 3 Using the HDV/DV Terminal External Connections CV-250F DV Cable (optional) or commercially ...available 6 pin-6 pin DV cable 4-pin 6-pin • When connecting the camcorder to a monitor or TV that supports DV input, you connect. 2 Using the COMPONENT OUT Terminal Open the terminal cover White Red Stereo Cable* (...
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... Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In) You can record on the tape an external video signal, either from the HDV/DV input (SD or HD standard) or from such tape via the DV terminal, "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED" appears and you will not be able to record the contents of... button (or the PAUSE you wish to stop recording. If you attempt to keep the original time code of the tape. Recording starts. Connect the camcorder to the external video device. Select [COPY] to record from the analog video input (SD standard). For the connection diagram to a digital device refer to...
... Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In) You can record on the tape an external video signal, either from the HDV/DV input (SD or HD standard) or from such tape via the DV terminal, "COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED" appears and you will not be able to record the contents of... button (or the PAUSE you wish to stop recording. If you attempt to keep the original time code of the tape. Recording starts. Connect the camcorder to the external video device. Select [COPY] to record from the analog video input (SD standard). For the connection diagram to a digital device refer to...