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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIE-308A HD Video Camera Recorder Instruction Manual Digital Mini igital Video Video Cassette Cassette...
  • Page 2 For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved WEEE scheme or your household waste disposal service. For more information regarding return and recycling of WEEE products, please visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)

  • Page 3: The Xl H1S / Xl H1A - A Broad Range Of Capabilities

    3CCD system By using three 1/3-in. CCDs (each with a total of 1.67 mega pixels and 1,440x1,080 effective pixels), the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of 800 TV lines, the highest in HDV standard. DIGIC DV II image processor The next generation of Canon’s video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for high-definition video.

  • Page 4: About This Manual

    Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen. 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 referred to as the “HD 20x L IS III” lens.
  • Page 5 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). The video signal can be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications; the recording standard on the tape will be HDV or DV, respectively. Camera Section HD/SD HD/SD SDI Terminal HD/SD only)

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction The XL H1S / XL H1A - A Broad Range of Capabilities ..................3 About this Manual ............................. 4 Checking the Supplied Accessories ......................... 8 Components Guide ............................9 Preparations Preparing the Power Supply ........................... 15 Preparing the Camcorder ..........................19 Preparing the Lens ............................
  • Page 7 External Connections Video Signal Output Standards ........................80 Connecting to a Monitor/TV ..........................81 Audio Output ..............................86 Digital Video Control............................88 Recording an External Video Signal (HDV/DV In, Analog Line-In)..............89 Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter) ............. 90 Connecting to a Computer..........................

  • Page 8: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Adjustment Band (for the external Adapter Holder Unit Tripod Adapter Base SS-1100 Shoulder Strap microphone holder) Camcorder Dust Cap Canon HD Video Lens 20x Zoom Lens Cap and Dust Cap Lens Hood XL 5.4-108 mm L IS III (incl. soft case)

  • Page 9: Components Guide

    Components Guide Left side view dial External control mode* VCR/PLAY mode Power off Manual Auto Shutter-Priority Aperture-Priority Recording Spotlight programs Night Easy Recording * Reserved mode for future software development. LIGHT button BARS/FADE SELECT button ( END SEARCH button ( BARS/FADE ON/OFF button ( MODE SELECT switch ( MENU button (...
  • Page 10 Left side view Viewfinder unit/Microphone unit HD 20x L IS III lens Eye cup ( Focus ring ( Dioptric adjustment lever ( RESET button ( 146) Color viewfinder ( 19-22) Memory card slot ( STEREO/MONO microphone selector ( ND filter operating ring ( Lock screw ( ND filter unlock button ( Viewfinder cable (...
  • Page 11 Right side view S-video terminal ( TC-IN terminal* ( VIDEO OUT terminal (BNC) ( Serial number VIDEO IN/OUT terminal (RCA) ( Screw hole for adapter holder ( OUT terminals (CH1/CH2, RCA) ( AE SHIFT dial ( IN terminals (CH1/CH2, RCA) ( LOCK switch ( Terminal cover FRONT MIC terminals (...
  • Page 12 Front view Back view Tally lamp ( 105) PHONES LEVEL dial Remote sensor ( 28, 114) (headphone) terminal Grip belt ( HDV indicator ( Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod HDV/DV terminal ( 83, 89, 91) Adapter ( 151) or the supplied tripod adapter base terminal Tripod socket switches (CH1,CH2) (...
  • Page 13 Top view PHOTO button ( 117) / MAGN. button ( 104) Screw holes for adapter holder ( START/STOP button ( (record) button ( Hot shoe ( 122) (fast forward) button ( 110) / Microphone ( + button ( 96, 123) Viewfinder lock screw ( (play) button ( 110) /...
  • Page 14 WL-D5000 Wireless Controller PHOTO button ( 117) REMOTE SET button ( 114) START/STOP button ( AV DV button ( MENU button ( Zoom buttons ( TV SCREEN button ( Menu selection buttons ( SLIDESHOW button ( 123) SET button ( DATA CODE button ( 113) CARD –...

  • Page 15: Preparing The Power Supply

    Preparing the Power Supply Preparations Charging the Battery Pack Disconnect the DC coupler from the compact power adapter before charging. Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack. 1. Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter. 2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 3.

  • Page 16: Using A Household Power Outlet

    Using a Household Power Outlet 1. Turn the dial to OFF. 2. Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder. Press lightly and slide the DC coupler up, in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 3. Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.
  • Page 17 Charging, Recording and Playback Times The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording and playback conditions. Battery Pack BP-930 BP-945 BP-950G BP-970G Charging time with the CA-920 Compact Power Adapter 145 min. 220 min. 235 min. 320 min.
  • Page 18 Battery Pack BP-930 BP-945 BP-950G BP-970G Maximum Recording Time HD 20x L IS III Lens Supplied color viewfinder 140 min. 205 min. 290 min. 400 min. FU-1000 monochrome viewfinder 105 min. 160 min. 230 min. 310 min. HD 20x L IS II Lens Supplied color viewfinder 140 min.

  • Page 19: Preparing The Camcorder

    Preparing the Camcorder Attaching and Detaching the Color Viewfinder Unit Attaching the Color Viewfinder Unit 1. Slide the viewfinder unit onto the bracket and tighten the lock screw. 2. Connect the viewfinder cable to the EVF1 socket on the camcorder. Insert the cable plug straight into the camcorder’s socket.
  • Page 20 Attaching and Detaching the Eye Cup You can change the position of the eye cup for use with either the left or right eye. Detach the eye cup and reattach it when changing the position of the eye cup for right or left eye use. Attaching the Eye Cup Align the hole for the dioptric adjustment lever with the lever, and pull the eye cup into position.

  • Page 21: Dioptric Adjustment

    Adjusting the Position of the Viewfinder The viewfinder position can be changed (right/left, forward/backward). When storing the camcorder in the optional HC-3200 System Case, adjust the viewfinder to the right and lock it. Right/Left Adjustment Forward/Backward Adjustment Loosen the top lock screw, adjust the viewfinder to the Loosen the bottom lock screw, adjust the viewfinder right/left and tighten the screw.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Adjusting the Viewfinder You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color and sharpness of the viewfinder. These adjustments will not affect your recordings. MENU DISPLAY SETUP / EVF SETUP EVF BW MODE•••OFF BRIGHTNESS•••0 CONTRAST•••••0 COLOR••••••••0 SHARPNESS••••2 1. Press the MENU button. 2.

  • Page 23: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Attaching the Microphone Unit 1. Loosen the microphone lock screw on the viewfinder unit, open the microphone holder and insert the microphone. 2. Align the mark on the microphone with the mark on the microphone holder and tighten the lock screw. 3.
  • Page 24 Attaching the Adapter Holder Attach the adapter holder to use the optional CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder or a commercially available wireless microphone receiver. 1. Attach the adapter holder and secure it by tightening the screws. Support 2. Adjust the position of the support bars. bars When using the optional CH-910, hook it onto the support bars and secure it with the stop lever.

  • Page 25: Preparing The Lens

    Preparing the Lens Refer also to the instruction manual of the lens. Mounting the Lens 1. Set the dial to OFF. 2. Remove the dust caps from the camcorder and the lens. 3. Align the red mark on the lens with the red mark on the camcorder and turn the lens clockwise until it clicks.

  • Page 26: Attaching The Lens Hood

    Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and shade it from stray light. 1. Place the lens hood on the front of the lens and screw it clockwise until the Canon logo appears on top. • Be careful not to deform the lens hood.
  • Page 27 AF Adjustment 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Turn the SELECT dial to select [CAMERA SETUP] and press the SET button. 3. Select [FB] and then select [ AF ADJUST]. 4. When the confirmation screen appears, press the SET button to begin the adjustment. 5.

  • Page 28: Using The Wireless Controller

    Using the Wireless Controller When you press the buttons on the wireless controller, point it at one of the camcorder’s remote sensors. The camcorder has 3 remote sensors: 2 at the front and 1 at the back. Inserting the Batteries The wireless controller operates with two AA (R6) batteries.

  • Page 29: Loading/Removing A Cassette

    Loading/Removing a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. For recording in HDV we recommend you use videocassettes designed for HDV recording. 1. Slide the EJECT switch to open the cassette compartment cover. The cassette compartment opens automatically. 2. Load/remove the cassette. •...

  • Page 30: Inserting/Removing A Memory Card

    Inserting/Removing a Memory Card You can use SDHC memory cards, SD memory cards or MultiMedia Cards (SD High Capacity) (MMC) with this camcorder. Inserting the Card 1. Set the dial to OFF. 2. Push the switch in the direction of the arrow to open the memory card slot cover.

  • Page 31: Changing Settings With The Menu Button

    Changing Settings with the MENU Button Many of the camcorder’s functions can be changed from the on-screen menu. Selecting Menus and Settings 1. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 2. Turn the SELECT dial to select a submenu and press the SET button. 3.

  • Page 32: Date/Time And Language Settings

    Date/Time and Language Settings Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or if the built-in rechargeable battery has discharged completely. Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time MENU SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS 1. Press the MENU button. 2.

  • Page 33: Changing The Date Format

    Changing the Date Format You can select between three date formats: [JAN. 1, 2008], [1. JAN. 2008] and [2008. 1. 1]. MENU SYSTEM SETUP/ D/TIME SET DATE FORMAT •• 1.JAN.2008 Open the menu and select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ]. Select the [D/TIME SET ] submenu and then select [DATE FORMAT].

  • Page 34: Recording

    Recording Recording Before You Begin Recording Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video heads ( 144). The default recording standard is HDV. About the audio recording, refer to the relevant chapter ( 53).
  • Page 35 Low-angle Recording The carrying handle is equipped with a duplicate set of recording and zoom controls, ideal for low-angle LOCK switch recording. Slide the LOCK switch in the direction of the arrow to prevent the accidental operation of these controls. Zoom lever Power Saving Mechanisms STANDBY Button...
  • Page 36 Screen Displays while Recording Time code SHUTTER indicator Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes, seconds and Lights up when recording with a shutter speed other than frames. 1/50. Remaining tape REC indicator Indicates the remaining time on the tape in minutes. “ END”...
  • Page 37 Selecting the On-Screen Displays You can select the amount of information shown on the screen from full, partial or no display. Repeatedly pressing the EVF DISPLAY button will cycle through the options in the following sequence. Level 1 : All screen displays Level 2: Customized displays ( 106), date/time Level 3...

  • Page 38: Selecting The Signal Standard And Aspect Ratio

    Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio You can select the signal standard of your recording (high definition or standard definition) and, for standard definition recordings, also the aspect ratio of the recording. Since the camcorder’s screen has an aspect ratio of 16:9, when you set the MODE SELECT switch to SD 4:3 the picture will appear in the center of the screen with black sidebars.

  • Page 39: Locating The End Of The Last Scene

    Locating the End of the Last Scene You can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene. Press the END SEARCH button. • appears. • The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops the tape.

  • Page 40: Zooming

    Zooming You can operate the zoom using the zoom lever on the side grip or the one on the carrying handle. You can also use the zoom ring on the lens or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller. With the customized functions ( 100) you can change the direction and response sensitivity of adjustment when the zoom ring is used, change the zoom speed and select the zoom indicator (graphic or...
  • Page 41 Zoom buttons on the carrying handle: The zoom speed is constant and can be set to one of 16 zoom speed levels. Set the ZOOM SPEED switch to CONSTANT and change the zoom speed level as described previously. Zoom buttons on the supplied wireless controller: The zoom speed is constant and cannot be adjusted.

  • Page 42: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the Focus Functions in this chapter are explained using the HD 20x L IS III lens. If you are using a different lens, refer also to the instruction manual of the lens. The camcorder can be set to Autofocus or Manual Focus. Autofocus In addition to the usual autofocus, the camcorder has also a Push-AF function to allow for temporary autofocus while focusing manually.

  • Page 43: Manual Focus

    Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In that case, focus manually. - Reflective surfaces - Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines - Fast moving subjects - Through dirty or wet windows - Night scenes Manual focus 1.
  • Page 44 Using the Focus Assist Functions (Peaking and Magnifying) In order to make manual focusing easier, you can use two assist functions: Peaking emphasizes the outlines of the subject creating a clearer contrast, and Magnifying enlarges the image on the screen. You can also combine both for greater effect.
  • Page 45 Focus Preset (lenses with focus preset function) This function enables a focus position to be memorized. Later, you can return to the preset focus position instantly. You can also select the speed at which the camcorder returns to the preset focus position.
  • Page 46 Macro Shooting (Focus Limit) Usually the camcorder’s focus range allows macro shooting. You can activate the focus limit to restrict the focus range. Using the HD 20x L IS III lens, the focus range 10 cm - (at full wide-angle) is limited to 1 m - (throughout the entire zoom range).

  • Page 47: Using The Nd Filter

    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 ND filter unlock button picture may appear blurred. When using a lens with a built-in ND filter, turn the ND filter on/off according to ND filter operating ring the screen display.

  • Page 48: Selecting The Frame Rate

    Selecting the Frame Rate You can set the frame rate to 50i or 25F, regardless of the recording mode. 50i Mode Records 50 interlaced fields per second, the same as standard-definition TV signals. 25F Mode Records 25 frames per second according to HDV native 1080/25p specifications.

  • Page 49: Setting The Time Code

    Setting the Time Code You can select the running mode of the camcorder’s time code. You can enter the initial value for the [FREE-RUN] and the [REC-RUN PS.] settings. [REC-RUN]: The time code runs only when recording. [REC-RUN PS.]: The time code runs only when recording, starting from a preset value. [FREE-RUN]: The time code runs regardless of the operation of the camcorder.

  • Page 50: Synchronizing The Camcorder's Time Code

    Synchronizing the Camcorder’s Time Code You can synchronize this camcorder’s time code to an external time code generator. You can also include in the recording the user bit signal received from the TC-IN terminal ( 52). The camcorder offers the following synchronization options. Genlock When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal) is input through the GENLOCK terminal, the V and H phases of the camcorder’s time code will automatically be synchronized to it.
  • Page 51 When an external time code signal is received, the camcorder's own time code will be synchronized to it and the synchronization will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the TC-IN terminal. However, performing any of the following actions while the cable is not connected will cause the time code to lag slightly;...

  • Page 52: Setting The User Bit

    Setting the User Bit The user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording, or an identification code consisting of 8 characters in the hexadecimal system that is useful for labeling tapes. There are sixteen possible characters: the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A to F.

  • Page 53: Audio Recording

    Audio Recording When recording on the tape in either HDV or DV standard, audio is recorded on two channels. The audio transfer rate is 384 kbps and the sampling frequency is 48 kHz. You can record audio in 16-bit mode (sampling frequency 48 kHz), or 12-bit mode (sampling frequency 32 kHz).

  • Page 54: Recording Audio

    Recording Audio Select the audio input from FRONT (supplied microphone), XLR MIC (XLR terminals) or XLR LINE (XLR terminals). You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2. Using the Front Microphone Set the INPUT SELECT switch to FRONT MIC. •...

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Audio Recording Level

    Adjusting the Audio Recording Level If the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted, activate the microphone attenuator (20 dB), by setting the FRONT MIC ATT. switch or the corresponding switch to ATT. Hiding/Displaying the Audio Level Indicator MENU DISPLAY SETUP/ AUDIO LEVEL••ON...
  • Page 56 You can select to synchronize the audio signal with the video signal by adding an equal amount of delay to the audio. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [MONITOR SEL.], set it to [LINE OUT] and close the menu. If you wish to monitor audio in real time, select [NORMAL] instead.

  • Page 57: Image Stabilizer

    Image Stabilizer (lenses with image stabilization function) You can select to activate the image stabilizer or turn it off depending on the recording conditions. To turn off the image stabilizer using the HD 20x L IS III lens: Set the STABILIZER ON/OFF switch to OFF. The image stabilizer cannot be turned off in Easy Recording mode.

  • Page 58: Using The Programmed Ae Modes

    Using the Programmed AE Modes Programmed auto exposure modes provide advanced automated recording techniques ensuring professional results in various shooting conditions. Manual ( This mode offers the creative freedom of a complete range of manual controls. In Manual mode, you have the option to set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture levels.
  • Page 59 Easy Recording The camcorder automatically controls the focus, shutter speed, aperture, gain, white balance, and AE Shift allowing you to simply point and film. This mode locks all of these features and options, making them fixed and unadjustable. Selecting the Programmed AE Modes Press the lock button and turn the dial.
  • Page 60 Available lens functions by programmed AE mode All other modes Focus ring Zoom ring Iris ring See previous table Image stabilizer – (ON) ND filter Focus mode selection – (AF) AF switch (Push-AF) – HD 20x L IS III, HD 20x L IS II, HD 6x L, 20x L IS and 16x IS II lenses. Not available with the HD 6x L lens.

  • Page 61: Recording In Manual Mode

    Recording in Manual Mode You can set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture. The aperture value can be adjusted in 1/16 EV stops; however, the aperture value displayed on the screen will change only in 1/4 EV stops.
  • Page 62 Push AE In M Manual mode you can use the Push AE function when you want the camcorder to re-establish optimal exposure settings by automatically adjusting the aperture and gain (if the GAIN dial is set to A). Press the PUSH AE button and hold it pressed down.

  • Page 63: Recording In Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode

    Recording in Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode Available shutter speeds when recording movies: 1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/16000, CS (clear scan) Available shutter speeds when recording still images: 1/3*, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500 * Only with the HD 20x L IS II or HD 20x L IS III Lens.

  • Page 64: Recording In Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode

    Recording in Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode The aperture value can be adjusted in 1/16 EV stops; however, the aperture value displayed on the screen will change only in 1/4 EV stops. Available aperture values (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, F4.8, F5.2, F5.6, F6.2, F6.7, F7.3, F8.0, F8.7, F9.5, F10*, F11*, F12*, F14*, F15*, F16*, F17*, F19*, F21*, F22*, CLOSE* * Can only be selected if the custom function [IRIS LIMIT] is set to [OFF].

  • Page 65: Adjusting The Exposure

    Adjusting the Exposure Exposure Lock , Tv or Av. 1. Set the dial to 2. Press the EXP. LOCK button. • The exposure indicator appears. Use the exposure indicator as an estimate. • The mark above the indicator indicates the standard exposure (calculated by the camcorder).

  • Page 66: Gain

    Gain The gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending on the lighting and shooting conditions. Select automatic gain control, one of the preset gain level ranging from -3 dB to +18 dB or fine-tune the gain level in 0.5 dB increments. GAIN dial Automatic gain control.

  • Page 67: White Balance

    White Balance The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate color display under different lighting conditions. In addition to the fully automated mode, white balance modes include an indoor mode, an outdoor mode, a color temperature setting and two user-defined custom preset values.

  • Page 68: Setting A Custom White Balance

    Setting a Custom White Balance 1. Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than 2. Press the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out. 3. Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to one of the custom preset positions, A or B. 4.

  • Page 69: Zebra Pattern

    Zebra Pattern This camcorder has a zebra pattern feature that shows black and white diagonal stripes over the areas that are overexposed. The zebra pattern is only displayed on the screen and will not affect your recordings. The zebra pattern will not be displayed while the Peaking function is activated ( 44).

  • Page 70: Color Correction

    Color Correction With the color correction function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or pattern (color phase, chroma, area and Y level) and correct them automatically when recording. You can set the color correction for up to two different colors (A and B). When determining the color to be corrected, targeted areas will be identified on the screen by zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture.
  • Page 71 Activating the Color Correction MENU CAMERA SETUP COLOR CORR. CORRECT•••••••OFF 1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP] and select the [COLOR CORR.] submenu. 2. Select [CORRECT], select a correction mode and close the menu. • You can correct only the predefined A area, only the predefined B area or both. •...

  • Page 72: Skin Detail Function

    Skin Detail Function With the skin detail function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or tone. Detail in the targeted areas will be softened in order to conceal skin imperfections. Targeted areas will be identified on the screen by a zebra pattern alternating with the normal picture. On a connected monitor or computer, targeted areas will be identified by white areas alternating with the normal picture.

  • Page 73: Selective Noise Reduction

    Selective Noise Reduction With the selective noise reduction function you can set the camcorder to detect the characteristics of a certain color or tone and automatically reduce noise in the targeted areas. This is particularly useful for chroma keying, as targeting the selective noise reduction to the color of the background green or blue screen will result in a smoother composite picture.

  • Page 74: Clear Scan

    Clear Scan This feature allows you to record a computer’s CRT screen or other equipment without displaying black band or flicker on the screen. You can adjust the frequency from 50.2 Hz to 200.3 Hz. MENU CAMERA SETUP CLEAR SCAN•••50.2Hz 1.

  • Page 75: Custom Keys

    Custom Keys You can assign frequently used functions to the custom keys. The custom keys can have different functions assigned to them in each of the operating modes. Default settings: CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE TV SCREEN ZEBRA TV SCREEN CUSTOM KEY 2 INDEX WRITE DATA CODE...
  • Page 76 Changing the Custom Keys Setting MENU SYSTEM SETUP/ CUSTOM KEY 1•TIME CODE* * Default value in mode. Open the menu and select [SYSTEM SETUP/ ]. Select [CUSTOM KEY 1] or [CUSTOM KEY 2], select the function you wish to assign to the custom key and close the menu. When you do not wish to use the custom keys, select [(NONE)].
  • Page 77 [TC HOLD] Time Code Hold You can press the custom key button to freeze the display of the time code. The time code will continue running normally even while the time code display is on hold. Time code hold can only be operated with the custom keys. Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.
  • Page 78 [CP BKWD KEY] Custom Preset Backward Key Press the CUSTOM KEY 2 button. Usually, pressing the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button will cycle forwards to the following custom preset file. Pressing the custom key button instead will cycle backwards to the preceding custom preset file. CP backward key can only be operated with the custom keys.

  • Page 79: Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal

    Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal You can generate and record color bars signals and a 1 kHz audio reference signal. With the customized functions ( 100) you can choose between EBU ([TYPE 1]) and SMPTE color bars ([TYPE 2]) and you can also select the strength of the audio signal (-12 dB, -18 dB, or -20 dB). 1.

  • Page 80: Video Signal Output Standards

    External Connections Video Signal Output Standards The standard of the video signal output from the HD/SD SDI ( only), COMPONENT OUT and HDV/DV terminals depends on the standard used for recording (or the standard of the recording on the tape being played back) and on various menu settings. Video output from the VIDEO OUT or IN/OUT (S-Video) terminal will always be in 576/50i standard.

  • Page 81: Connecting To A Monitor/Tv

    Connecting to a Monitor/TV The different recording modes and the corresponding output terminals are given in the table below: COMPONENT OUT HDV/DV VIDEO and HD/SD SDI Terminal* Terminal Terminal Terminals [LETTERBOX] 1920x1080 D3 (1440x1080) MPEG TS set to [OFF] [LETTERBOX] SD SDI D1 (SD) MPEG TS...
  • Page 82 Connection to a High Definition Monitor or HDTV Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal INPUT White VIDEO White Stereo Cable* AUDIO (supplied) Signal flow S (S1)-VIDEO Open the terminal cover BNC Cable (commercially available) Signal flow * If [SDI OUTPUT] is set to [OFF] (no embedded audio), the audio signal is separate from the SDI video output signal Activate the HD/SD SDI output and select the appropriate video output option (HD or SD).
  • Page 83 Using the COMPONENT OUT Terminal Open the terminal cover INPUT White VIDEO White Stereo Cable* (supplied) AUDIO Signal flow S (S1)-VIDEO Green Blue DTC-1000 Component Video Cable (supplied) Signal flow * The audio signal is separate from the component video signal Select the appropriate component video signal depending on the TV or monitor you connect.
  • Page 84 Using the VIDEO IN/OUT or (S-Video) IN/OUT Terminal Open the terminal cover INPUT VIDEO White White Stereo Cable (supplied) AUDIO Signal flow S (S1)-VIDEO S-Video Cable* (commercially available) * To use the VIDEO terminals instead of the terminal, connect the TV to the camcorder’s VIDEO OUT terminal using a BNC cable (commercially available), or connect the TV to the camcorder’s VIDEO IN/OUT terminal using an RCA video cable (commercially available).
  • Page 85 Using the SCART Adapter SCART adapter (commercially available) Stereo Cable (supplied) White Signal flow Yellow RCA cable (commercially available) • If connecting to a TV set with a 4:3 aspect ratio, change the [LETTERBOX] setting appropriately. Open the menu and select [SIGNAL SETUP]. Select [LETTERBOX], set it to [ON] and close the menu.

  • Page 86: Audio Output

    Audio Output Selecting the Audio Channel You can select the channel for audio signal output from the CH1/CH2 and the (headphone) terminals. Repeatedly press the AUDIO OUTPUT CH button to change the audio channel. • Pressing the button will cycle between the audio channels in the following order: CH1/CH2 CH1/CH1 CH2/CH2...
  • Page 87 Audio Output Selected Audio Recordings on 2 Audio Monitor Audio Recordings on 4 Channels Channels [AUD.M.SET] CH1/CH2 Left Output: L or CH1 Left Output: CH1 CH3/CH4 Right Output: R or CH2 Right Output: CH2 CH1·3/CH2·4 Left Output: CH3 Right Output: CH4 MIX/FIXED Left Output: CH1+CH3 Right Output: CH2+CH4...

  • Page 88: Digital Video Control

    [DV CONTROL] on the other connected camcorder to [OFF]. Up to 2 other devices can be connected to this camcorder for DV control. With some non-Canon devices the DV control may not work properly depending on the connected device.

  • Page 89: Recording An External Video Signal (Hdv/Dv In, Analog Line-In)

    Recording an External Video 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 the analog video input (SD standard). HDV/DV In When recording from an external digital device you can select the time code to be used for the recording made with this camcorder.

  • Page 90: Converting Analog Signals Into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)

    Concerning Copyright Copyright Precaution Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programs are copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws. Copyright Signals During playback: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals for protection of software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED”...

  • Page 91: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer To connect the camcorder to a computer you will need a computer equipped with an IEEE1394 (DV) terminal and video editing software with video capturing capability installed. Use the optional CV-250F (4 pin-6 pin) DV cable or a commercially available 6 pin-6 pin DV cable. For the minimum system requirements for video editing, refer to the instruction manual of the video editing software.

  • Page 92: Custom Preset Settings

    Custom preset files saved with a Canon XL H1, XH G1 or XH A1 can be used with this camcorder. Custom preset files saved with this camcorder can be used on a Canon XH G1 or XH A1.
  • Page 93 Enter the custom preset editing screen File name of the currently Save the custom preset file selected custom preset file to the memory card Read a custom preset file Overview of the content of the from the memory card custom preset file Back to the [CUSTOMIZE] submenu Select the custom preset file...
  • Page 94 Renaming a Custom Preset File Follow steps 1-3 in Changing Custom Preset Parameters ( 93) to select the custom preset file you want to rename. 1. From the bottom bar, select [ RENAME]. The first character of the custom preset file name will start flashing. 2.
  • Page 95 Activating the Custom Preset Settings 1. Press the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button. • Repeatedly pressing the button will cycle through the available custom preset files. You can also set a custom key as [CP BKWD KEY] to cycle through the custom preset files in reverse order (from last to first) ( 75).
  • Page 96 Reading a Custom Preset File from a Still Image With the custom function [PHOTO BUTTON] ( 100) you can select to save the custom preset settings currently in use along with a still image recorded in mode (simultaneous recording, 118). This is very useful when you want to load the custom preset file later by selecting the still image captured from a specific scene.
  • Page 97 [GAM] Gamma Curve The gamma curve changes the overall look of the image. Output You can select from [NORMAL], [CINE1] or [CINE2]. [NORMAL]: standard gamma setting suitable for video. [CINE1]: appropriate for video telecined from film. [CINE2]: appropriate for transfer to film. [NORMAL] [CINE1] [CINE2]...
  • Page 98 [SHP] Sharpness Adjust the sharpness level in the range -9 to +9. Noise artifacts caused by too-high sharpness settings can be reduced using the coring setting. [HDF] Horizontal Detail Frequency Select the horizontal definition of the image from [HIGH], [MIDDLE] or [LOW]. [DHV] Horizontal/Vertical Detail Balance Adjust the balance between horizontal and vertical definition of the image in the range -9 (only horizontal) to +9 (only vertical).
  • Page 99 [RGN] R Gain Adjust the intensity of red tones in the range -50 to +50. [GGN] G Gain Adjust the intensity of green tones in the range -50 to +50. [BGN] B Gain Adjust the intensity of blue tones in the range -50 to +50. [RGM] R-G Matrix The R-G matrix changes the tint of the picture along the cyan/green and red/magenta gradations without affecting blues.

  • Page 100: Customized Functions

    Customized Functions You can customize to your personal preferences many aspects of the operation of the camcorder, most of them governing how the camcorder operates in mode. You can adjust up to 3 different custom function files and save them on the camcorder or to a memory card. By just reading the custom function file saved on the memory card with another XL H1S / XL H1A, you will instantly get a camcorder configured to operate in the same familiar manner you prefer.
  • Page 101 5. Select [OK], press the SET button and close the menu. When the operation is finished, “TASK COMPLETED” will appear on the screen. Custom function files saved with a Canon XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with this camcorder.
  • Page 102 Availability of custom functions in each recording program/playback mode ( Video) Custom Function 00 SHCKLSS WB/GN WHITE BALANCE – – (OFF) GAIN – – (OFF) 01 ZOOM RING CTRL – – (NORMAL) 02 ZOOM SPEED – – (NORMAL) 03 FOCUS RING CTRL –...
  • Page 103 Availability of custom functions in each recording program/playback mode ( Still Images) Custom Function 00 SHCKLSS WB/GN WHITE BALANCE – – – (OFF) (OFF) GAIN – – – (OFF) (OFF) 01 ZOOM RING CTRL REC REVIEW – – (OFF) 02 ZOOM SPEED –...
  • Page 104 [ZOOM SPEED] Zoom Speed Selects the set of 16 constant zoom speeds that will be available when the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT. • When the zoom speed is too fast (less than 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will have more trouble focusing automatically while zooming.
  • Page 105 [MARKER LEVEL] Markers’ Intensity Level Changes the intensity of the markers displayed on the screen to 40% (gray) or 100% (white). Setting Options: [MARKER] Level/center/grid markers: [100%], [40%] [ASPECT] Aspect ratio guides: [100%], [40%] [SAFETY] Safety zone guides: [100%], [40%] [F.AST BW-MOD] Focus Assist Function B&W Display Mode Changes the display mode to black &...

  • Page 106: Customized On-Screen Displays

    Customized On-Screen Displays You can customize which icons to display on the screen according to your personal preferences and needs. You can save your personal settings as a custom display file on the camcorder or on the memory card. To activate the on-screen displays at the level that you customized, repeatedly press the EVF DISPLAY button ( 37).
  • Page 107 3. Select [OK], press the SET button and close the menu. When the operation is finished, “TASK COMPLETED” will appear on the screen. Custom display files saved with a Canon XH G1 or XH A1 cannot be used with this camcorder. List of Custom Display Items and Setting Options...
  • Page 108 [TAPE] Tape-Related Icons and Displays Setting Options: [TIME CODE] Time code display: [OFF], [ON] [OPERATION MODE] Icon of the current tape operation: [OFF], [ON] [DV CONTROL] DV control icon: [OFF], [ON] [TAPE REMAINDER] Remaining Time on the Tape You can select to display the tape remainder permanently or only the warning when the tape is about to end. Setting Options: [OFF], [NORMAL], [WARNING] [TAPE/CARD] Tape/Card-Related Displays Setting Options: [EXT CONTROL] Icon of the external control mode (...
  • Page 109 Location of the Custom Displays 15 16...

  • Page 110: Playing Back A Tape

    Playing Back a Tape Playback If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon DVM-CL video head cleaning cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette ( 144). Select a playback standard according to the tape you wish to play back.
  • Page 111 (frame advance) Plays back frame-by-frame. Repeatedly press the button on the wireless controller during playback pause. Hold the button pressed down to enter the continuous frame advance playback. (slow forward) Plays back at about 1/3 normal speed. Press the SLOW button on the wireless controller during normal or reverse playback.

  • Page 112: Returning To A Pre-Marked Position

    Returning to a Pre-marked Position If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory, and the tape will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape. This function is operated with the wireless controller. 1.

  • Page 113: Date Search

    Date Search You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function. This function is operated with the wireless controller. 1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display the icon. 2. Press the button to begin searching. •...

  • Page 114: Remote Sensor Mode

    Remote Sensor Mode Two remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby. To change the remote sensor mode of the camcorder Change the custom function [WIRELESS REMOTE] ( 105).

  • Page 115: Selecting The Still Image Quality/Size

    Selecting the Still Image Quality/Size Using a Memory Card Changing the Still Image Quality You can choose from Super fine, Fine and Normal. * Only when playing back a tape. MENU RECORDING SETUP IMG QUALITY•• FINE Open the menu and select [RECORDING SETUP]. Select [IMG QUALITY], select a setting option and close the menu.

  • Page 116: File Numbers

    Number of still images that can be recorded on a memory card Memory card Image size Image quality File size per image 16 MB 128 MB 512 MB LW 1920 x 1080 Super Fine 1360 kB Fine 910 kB Normal 1035 460 kB SW 848 x 480...

  • Page 117: Recording Still Images On A Memory Card

    Recording Still Images on a Memory Card You can record still images directly on the memory card. You can also record still images on the memory card simultaneously while recording video on the tape and capture still images while playing back a tape.
  • Page 118 If [CAMERA SETUP] [FOCUS PRI.] is set to [ON]: When you press the PHOTO button fully, before turns green, it may take up to 2 seconds (4 seconds in Night mode) until the focus is adjusted. If the subject is not suitable for autofocus, the camcorder locks the focus. In that case, adjust the focus manually with the focus ring.

  • Page 119: Reviewing A Still Image Right After Recording

    Screen Displays during Still Image Recording Image Quality and Size Indicates the quality and size currently selected for recording still images. Remaining Number of Still Images that can be Recorded on the Memory Card flashing in red: No card in green: 6 or more images in yellow: 1 to 5 images in red: No more images •...

  • Page 120: Drive Mode

    Drive Mode Drive mode Continuous Shooting Captures a quick series of still images while you hold the PHOTO button pressed down. For the number of shots per second, refer to the table below. High-Speed Continuous The camcorder records a still image in three different exposures (dark, normal, light in (Auto Exposure Bracketing) 1/2 EV steps).

  • Page 121: Metering Mode

    Metering Mode Metering mode Evaluative Appropriate for standard shooting conditions, including backlit scenes. The camcorder divides images into several metering zones. It evaluates the position and brightness of the subject, background, direct light or backlight, and adjusts the exposure of the main subject accordingly. Center-weighted average Averages the light metered from the entire screen, giving more weight to the subject in the center.

  • Page 122: Using An Optional Flash

    The following procedures are explained using a Canon 580EX II Speedlite Flash. Connecting a Speedlite Flash When connecting a Canon Speedlite flash you cannot use the Off-Camera Shoe Cord designed for Canon EOS SLR cameras. Always turn off the camcorder when connecting or removing the flash.

  • Page 123: Playing Back Still Images From A Memory Card

    Playing Back Still Images from a Memory Card 1. Turn the dial to and set the (card/tape) switch to 2. Press the + or – button to move between images. Still images not recorded with this camcorder, uploaded from a computer, edited on a computer and still images whose file names have been changed, may not be played back correctly.
  • Page 124 Image Jump Function You can locate still images without displaying them one by one. The number in the upper right of the screen indicates the number of the current still image out of the total number of still images. Press and hold the + or –...

  • Page 125: Erasing Still Images

    Erasing Still images You can erase still images one at a time or all at once. Be careful when erasing still images. Erased still images cannot be recovered. Erasing a still image that had a custom preset file embedded (recorded with the [PHOTO + CP DATA] setting) will erase the still image and the embedded custom preset file.

  • Page 126: Protecting Still Images

    Protecting Still images You can protect important still images from accidental erasure when displaying a single image or the index screen. If a memory card is initialized, all still images, even protected ones, will be erased permanently. Protecting a Single Still Image 1.

  • Page 127: Initializing A Memory Card

    Initializing a Memory Card Initialize new memory cards, or when you get the message “CARD ERROR”. You can also initialize a memory card to erase all data recorded on it. The regular initialization option [INITIALIZE] will clear the file allocation table but will not physically erase the stored data. If you need to completely erase all the data, select instead the complete initialization option [COMPL.INIT.].

  • Page 128: Print Order Settings

    Print Order Settings You can select still images for printing and set the number of copies. These print order settings are compatible with the Digital Print Order Format (DPOF) standards and can be used for printing on DPOF- compatible printers. A maximum of 998 still images can be selected. Selecting Still Images for Printing (Print Order) 1.

  • Page 129: Menu Options And Default Settings

    Additional Information Menu Options and Default Settings In the following tables, default settings are shown in boldface and the availability of menu settings in different operating modes is indicated with the following icons: : CAMERA MENU ( dial set to one of the recording modes, switch set to : VCR/PLAY MENU ( dial set to...

  • Page 130: Camera Setup

    CAMERA SETUP Menu item (Submenu item and) Setting options AGC LIMIT OFF(18dB), 15dB, 12dB, 9dB, 6dB, 3dB – – SKIN DETAIL EFFECT LEVEL OFF, LOW – – MIDDLE , HIGH 0 (-6 to 6) CHROMA 0 (-6 to 6) AREA 0 (-6 to 6) Y LEVEL 0 (-6 to 6)
  • Page 131 [DV REC MODE]: When recording in standard definition (SD mode) only, you can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times. Depending on the tape and its usage condition, picture and sound recorded in LP mode may be distorted.

  • Page 132: Display Setup

    DISPLAY SETUP/ Menu item (Submenu item and) Setting options EVF SETUP EVF BW MODE ON, OFF BRIGHTNESS 0 (-23 to 22) CONTRAST 0 (-23 to 22) COLOR 0 (-3 to 3) SHARPNESS 2 (1 to 4) PEAKING SETUP PEAKING1 GAIN: 8 (OFF to 15) –...
  • Page 133 SYSTEM SETUP/ (cont.) Menu item (Submenu item and) Setting options CUSTOM KEY2 TIME CODE, INDEX WRITE, ZEBRA, VCR STOP, TV – – – SCREEN, TC HOLD, AUDIO LEVEL, EVF BW MODE, MAGN.B.LOCK, SHTR B.LOCK, AE D.LOCK, E.LCK B.LCK, CP BKWD KEY, FB, FLIP EVF, SDI OUTPUT FOCUS LIMIT, (NONE) TIME CODE, TV SCREEN, DATA CODE, AUDIO –...
  • Page 134 Custom Preset Submenu (CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM PRESET) Submenu item Action (Parameter and) Setting Options EDIT SELECT CP 1 PRESET_A, 2 PRESET_B, 3 PRESET_C, 4 PRESET_D, 5 PRESET_E, 6 PRESET_F, 7 VIDEO.C, 8 CINE.V, 9 CINE.F TUNE [GAM] GAMMA* NORMAL, CINE1, CINE2 [KNE] KNEE AUTO, LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH [BLK] BLACK...

  • Page 135: Custom Function

    Custom Function Submenu (CUSTOMIZE CUSTOM FUNCTION) Submenu item Action (Custom Function and) Setting Options C.Fn1, APPLY THIS SET DISABLED, ACTIVE C.Fn2, TUNE 00 SHCKLSS WB/GN 00 (00 to 03) C.Fn3 01 ZOOM RING CTRL 00 NORMAL, 01 SLOW, 02 FAST 02 ZOOM SPEED 00 NORMAL, 01 SLOW, 02 FAST 03 FOCUS RING CTRL...
  • Page 136 Custom Displays Menu item Action (Custom Display and) Setting Options CUSTOM DISPLAY TUNE 00 REC PROGRAMS 00 OFF, 01 ON 01 CAMERA DATA1 03 (00 to 03) 02 CAMERA DATA2 07 (00 to 07) 03 ZOOM 00 OFF, 01 ON(NORMAL), 02 ON(ALWAYS) 04 FOCUS 00 OFF, 01 ON(NORMAL), 02 ON(ALWAYS) 05 ND...

  • Page 137: Settings Memorized And Retained

    Settings Memorized and Retained The following lists show the settings that are memorized and retained under different circumstances like turning off the camcorder, setting it to standby or changing operating modes. If the built-in lithium button battery discharges completely, all settings will be erased. Changing between Modes Power Off...

  • Page 138: Screen Displays

    Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording You can find additional explanations on pages 36 and 119. Most of the on-screen displays and icons can be customized using the custom displays ( 106). Programmed AE ( Shutter speed* ( 63, 61) Aperture* ( 64, 61) Exposure lock (...
  • Page 139 Screen Displays during Playback Audio monitor ( Audio output ( Custom function ( 100) Custom keys ( Data code ( 113) Date search ( 113)/ Index search ( 112)/ End search ( Recording standard ( Frame rate ( Tape operation ( 110) Recording Record pause...

  • Page 140: List Of Messages

    List of Messages (in alphabetical order) Message Explanation CARD ERROR A memory card error occurred. The camcorder cannot record or play back the image. The error may be temporary. If the message disappears after 4 seconds and flashes – in red, turn the camcorder off, remove the card and reinsert the card. If changes to green, you can continue recording/playback.

  • Page 141: Maintenance/Others

    Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling Precautions Do not carry the camcorder by the viewfinder, the microphone or its cable. Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun-heated car, and high humidity. Do not use the camcorder in places subject to strong electromagnetic fields such as near TV sets, plasma TVs, radio transmitters or portable communication devices.
  • Page 142 1. Open the protecting cover (e.g. using a flathead screwdriver). 2. Clean the glass with a cotton swab. 3. Reattach the protecting cover. Be careful not to scratch the glass when cleaning it. Battery Pack Handling Precautions DANGER! Treat the battery pack with care. •...

  • Page 143: Memory Card

    Image data may be corrupted or lost due to memory card defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon makes no warranties for corrupted or lost data. Do not use memory cards in places subject to strong magnetic fields.

  • Page 144: Video Heads

    (about 0.5 seconds) the video heads need to be cleaned. To maintain the best picture quality, we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning cassette.
  • Page 145 You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use.

  • Page 146: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power Source Problem Cause Solution Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is not correctly attached.

  • Page 147: About The Lcd Screen

    Recording Problem Cause Solution A vertical light bar appears on the screen. Bright light in a dark scene may cause a Record in Av mode with an aperture value vertical light bar (smear) to appear. This is in the range F5.6–F8.0. not a malfunction.

  • Page 148: System Diagram

    System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area) ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller FU-2000 Color Viewfinder Unit ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit Speedlite Flash 420EX, 430EX, SS-1100 Shoulder Strap 550EX, 580EX, 580EX II SBR-1000 Shooting Extender XL Brace 1.6x Memory Card...
  • Page 149 Can be attached to the HD 20x L IS III, HD 20x L IS II, HD 6x L, 20x L IS, 16x IS II and 16x manual zoom lenses (only for recording in SD mode). EF-S lenses cannot be used. When you use the FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder with this camcorder you can use the compact power adapter or the optional CB-920 Car Battery Adapter as the power source.

  • Page 150: Optional Accessories

    Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
  • Page 151 EF Adapter XL This allows you to attach Canon EF lenses to the camcorder. The difference in size between the camcorder’s 1/3-inch CCD’s and 35 mm film means that the effective focal length of still camera lenses is multiplied by 8.8x (4:3)/7.2x (16:9).
  • Page 152 This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.

  • Page 153: Specifications

    Specifications XL H1S / XL H1A System Video Recording System Rotary head, helical scanning, digital component recording High Definition Video 1080i Consumer digital VCR SD system Audio Recording System MPEG-1 audio layer 2, 16 bit (48 kHz), Transfer rate: 384 kbps (2CH) PCM digital sound, 16 bit (48 kHz) or 12 bit (32 kHz) Television System High Definition Video (HDV) 1080/50i...
  • Page 154 Terminals HD/SD SDI Terminal BNC jack, output only, 0.8 Vp-p/75 ohms, unbalanced SDI 576/50i: ITU-R BT.656, SMPTE 272M, SMPTE RP 188 (LTC) HD SDI: SMPTE 292M, SMPTE 299M, SMPTE RP 188 (LTC) HDV/DV Terminal Special 6-pin connector (IEEE1394 compliant) input/output COMPONENT OUT Terminal 1080i (D3)/576i (D1) compatible S-video Terminal...
  • Page 155 CA-920 Compact Power Adapter Power supply 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Rated output Adapter: 7.2 V DC, 2.0 A, 35 VA (100 V AC) - 47 VA (240 V AC) Charger: 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A, 29 VA (100 V AC) - 40 VA (240 V AC) Operating temperature 0 –...

  • Page 156: Index

    Index only. Abroad, using the camcorder ..... . . 145 Faders ..........79 Accessories .
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  • Page 158 Canon Latin America, Inc. Sales & Enquiries: 703 Waterford Way, Suite 400, Miami, FL 33126 USA The information in this manual is verified as of March 2008. 0118W678 PUB. DIE-308A © 2008 CANON INC. 30-2, Shimomaruko 3-chome, Ohta-ku, Tokyo 146-8501, Japan...

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