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PUB. DIM-462
PUB. DIM-462
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER
ENGLISH
Instruction Manual
E
CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES
Mode d’emploi
VIDEOCAMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL
Manual de Instrucciones
Digital
Mini
Video
Cassette
NTSC
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Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS E PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. Digital Video Camcorder, GL2 systems This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operati
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” 11. Polarization — The CA-920 Compact Power E refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder GL2 Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong and all its accessories. plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the power operating instructions should be read before the outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If
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15. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of E fire or electric shock. 16. Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Be careful not to spill liquid of any kind onto the product. 17. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you
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Introduction Operating Steps and Reference Guide Your camcorder is supplied with two manuals: the “Digital Video Camcorder GL2 Instruction Manual” and the “Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual”. E Digital Video Camcorder GL2 Instruction Manual Preparations Recording Playback Editing Using the Memory Card Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual Installing the Software Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer Downloading the Still Image to a Computer 5
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Contents Manual Adjustments Introduction E Adjusting the Exposure Manually ................ 76 Important Usage Instructions ........................ 2 Adjusting the Focus Manually .................... 79 Important Safety Instructions ........................ 3 Setting the White Balance .......................... 80 Operating Steps and Reference Guide .......... 5 Using the AE Shift ...................................... 82 Thank You For Choosing a Canon ................ 8 Using the Custom Preset
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Introduction Settings of the Still Images Recorded E on a Memory Card .................................. 122 Preventing Accidental Erasure (Protect)...... 124 Marking a Still Image for Printing (Print Mark).............................................. 125 Erasing Still Images .................................. 127 Combining Images and Recording Them onto a Tape (Title Mix) ............................ 129 Copying Still Images from Memory Card to Tape ........................................
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Thank You For Choosing a Canon First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Your camcorder is supplied with the following Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology accessories: E makes it very easy to use — you will soon be Lens Hood Large Eye Cup WL-D74 Wireless Two AA batteries making high-quality videos which will give you Controller pleasure for years to come. To get the most out of your new camcorder, we recommend that you read this manual Lithium Button Battery WL-D77 Wireless thorough
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Introduction Introducing the GL2 3CCD System with Pixel Shift IEEE 1394 DV Terminal E Technology The DV terminal allows high- quality transfer with virtually no The Canon GL2 has three CCDs, delivering deterioration in quality of images. outstanding picture quality, highly accurate You can edit and process images color reproduction and a wide dynamic range by connecting the camcorder to a with virtually no color noise. On top of that, PC with the IEEE 1394 terminal. Canon uses a broadcast techno
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Finding Your Way Around the GL2 E (play/pause) button (p. 87)/ Title Mix button (p. 130)/ SLIDE SHOW button (p. 121) (fast forward) button (p. 87)/ (rewind) button (p. 87)/ CARD + button (p. 120) CARD – button (p. 120) (stop) button (p. 87)/ REC PAUSE button (p. 100,102) INDEX SCREEN button (p. 121) AUDIO DUB. button (p. 108) AV INSERT button (p. 105) PHOTO button (p. 48, 118) START/STOP button (p. 35) Zoom controller (p. 42) Speaker (p. 89) Backup battery cover (p.
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Preparations E Carrying handle Zoom controller (p. 42) PHOTO button (p. 48, 118) Strap mount (p. 15) Lock lever (p. 35) Eyepiece adapter Stereo microphone (p. 14) (p. 56) Lens hood (p. 14) Viewfinder focusing lever (p. 14) Lens hood locking screw TAPE/CARD switch (p. 14) (p. 20, 35) DC terminal Start/stop button (p. 35) MIC terminal (p. 57, 108) u (LANC) terminal (p. 98) (phones) terminal (p. 89) USB terminal (p. 134) DV IN/OUT terminal (p. 99, 103, 105, 113) Cassette compartment A
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E ND FILTER ON/OFF button (p. 47) POWER switch (p. 35) FOCUS A/M button (p. 79) REC (record) SEARCH Focus ring (p. 79) button(p. 51)/ Record review Advanced accessory shoe button (p. 51) (p. 68, 73-75) Tally lamp (p. 31) Remote sensor (p. 29) Strap mount (p. 15) Audio level indicator (p. 57) WHITE BALANCE W (set) button (p. 80) WHITE BALANCE SELECT button (p. 80) D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button (p. 63) D.EFFECTS SELECT button (p. 63) Tripod socket (p. 40) EXP (exposure) dial (p. 76) 12 Prepa
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Preparations E D.EFFECTS SELECT button (p. 63) Transmitter PHOTO button (p. 48, 118) MENU button (p. 21) Zoom buttons (p. 30, 42) START/STOP button (p. 35) Controller buttons (p. 21) START ZOOM /STOP PHOTO WT SELF TIMER button (p. 71) SET button (p. 21) SELF MENU TIMER TV SCREEN button (p. 150) TV D.EFFECTS ON/OFF button SET SCREEN (p. 63) DATA CODE D.EFFECTS ON/OFF DATA CODE button (p. 90) MIX AUDIO BALANCE MIX BALANCE buttons (p. 111) MONITOR ST-1 ST-2 AUDIO MONITOR button (p. 111) REC PAUSE
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Preparing the Camcorder Attaching the Lens Hood E 1. Remove the lens cap. • When you purchase the GL2, the lens cap cord is attached to the middle of the Velcro grip belt. Open the Velcro and slide the lens cap cord to the position as shown in the illustration. 2. Align the hood to the lens with the Canon logo facing to the left. 3. Twist it into position (clockwise), so that the Canon logo is to the top. • You do not need to assert any pressure — screw the hood lightly into place. 4. Finally, t
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Preparations Adjusting the Grip Belt E • Adjust the length of the grip belt strap so that you can operate the start/stop button and zoom control effectively. Attaching the Shoulder Strap • For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camcorder. • Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length as shown. • Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight as it may melt. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Attaching the
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Powering the Camcorder Before operating your camcorder, you will need to use the power adapter to: E provide power from a household power socket or charge a battery pack Notes: • The power adapter converts current from a household power socket (100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz) to the DC current used by your camcorder. • If the adapter is used next to a TV, it may cause the TV to emit noise — move the adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable. Using a Household Power Source 4 5 3 2 1 Use the power ada
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Preparations Charging and Attaching the Battery Pack E 1 2 3 4 5 Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camcorder is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camcorder for more than a few minutes. 1. Attach the battery pack to the power adapter. • Make sure the DC coupler is not connected. • Align the triangle on the battery pack with the line on the power adap
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Loading a Cassette Use only videocassettes marked with the DV logo.* E *D logo is a trademark. Loading and Unloading 1. Attach a power source. 2. Slide the OPEN/EJECT button and release the cassette compartment cover. • Wait for the cassette compartment to open automatically. • The confirmation beep sounds when it is fully opened. 3. Load or unload the cassette. • Insert the cassette gently with the window facing outward. • Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out. 4. Press the P mark on t
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Preparations Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure E REC SAVE REC SAVE To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole. (This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load this cassette and put the camcorder in record pause mode ( 35), “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. 4 seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display. The camcorder also shows the above phrase if you accidental
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Using the Menus Many of the camcorder’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the display. E There are 4 main menus: CAM. MENU Camera menu ( 22) VCR MENU VCR menu ( 24) C.CAM. MENU Card camera menu ( 25) C.PLAY MENU Card play menu ( 27) TAPE CAMERA 2 CAM. MENU + CAM.MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CARD TAPE CAM.SET UP CSTM PRESET VCR SET UP DISP.SET UP SYSTEM CUSTOM KEY TITLE MIX RETURN PLAY TAPE 2 VCR MENU + (VCR) VCR MENU SEL.SETSET MENUCLOSE CARD TAPE VCR SET UP DISP.
