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DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER
ENGLISH
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Instruction Manual
CAMÉSCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMÉRIQUES
FRANÇAIS
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Mode d’emploi
VIDEOCÁMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL
ESPAÑOL
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Manual de Instrucciones
Digital
Mini
Video
Cassette
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Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN E 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, XL1 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is su
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Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to 12. Power Cord Protection — Power cords should be the Canon Digital Video Camcorder DM-XL1A and all its routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or E accessories. pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to plugs and the point from which 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating the cords exit the product. instructions should be read before the pr
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19. Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect this product from the wall outlet and all power sources E including battery, and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b.If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have fallen into, the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the product does not operate normally even if you follow the operating instructions. Adjust only those control
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Introduction Contents Introduction E ~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~ Important Usage Instructions ..............................2 Adjusting the Focus ..........................................44 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........3 Adjusting the Exposure ......................................45 Thank you for choosing a Canon ........................6 Using AE Shift ..................................................46 Introducing the XL1 ............................................7 Usin
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Thank you for choosing a Canon First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come. E For quick reference (in addition to the contents and index) please refer to: • Finding your way around the camcorder (p. 76) • Screen displays (p. 80) Note that capital letters are used to refer to settings displayed in the menus and buttons labelled on th
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Introduction Introducing the XL1 Digital Video 16× (32× Digital) Zoom Lens E as Standard Mini XL1 conforms to the new digital video standard to give you outstanding picture quality. From wide-angle to 16× telephoto — with It is fitted with a DV terminal for digital-to-digital unparalleled optical quality. The digital zoom dubbing (IEEE 1394 standard). doubles this magnification for even more dramatic results. Interchangeable Lens System A super-flexible system with an unbeatable range. PCM Dig
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Mounting and Removing XL Lenses Any lens bearing the mark can be used with this camcorder. E Mounting the lens 1. Remove the dust cap from the lens and the body cap from the camcorder. 2. Align the red dot on the camera body with the mount positioning point (the red dot) on the lens, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks and locks into place. Removing the lens LENS RELEASE 1. Slide and hold the LENS RELEASE switch and turn the lens counter-clockwise until it stops. Then, remove the lens
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Preparation Attaching the Lens Hood E 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Align the hood with the lens lengthways, and the Canon logo facing to the left. 3. Twist it 90° 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, tighten the locking screw. • To remove, reverse the above procedure. Since the lens hood cuts stray light that may cause flare and ghost images and protects the lens, be sure to atta
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Adjusting the Viewfinder Unit The camera is supplied with the viewfinder unit and cable attached to the camera. E • Check that the viewfinder cable is firmly attached to the camcorder. • Remove the protective rubber from around the locking screw. Adjusting for left eye/right eye operation 1, 2 3 You can slide the viewfinder unit along the bracket to a position that best suits you — for use with either the left or right eye. 1. Loosen the locking screw and slide the unit to the position you requ
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Preparation Adjusting to your viewing point E To monitor the scene with your eye near to the viewfinder turn the EYE POINT SELECT switch to NEAR. To view the scene at a distance from the NEAR viewfinder, turn the switch to FAR. FAR EYE POINT SELECT Adjusting to your eyesight • In record pause mode, turn the viewfinder focusing ring (focusing the display between –5 and +2) to suit your eyesight. • The viewfinder rotates through 270° to give a choice of shooting positions. 11
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Attaching the External Microphone 2 3 E 3 1 1. Loosen the microphone attachment screw on the viewfinder unit and insert the microphone into the microphone clamp. 2. Align the mark on the microphone with the mark on the clamp and tighten the screw to hold the microphone firmly in place. 3. Plug the microphone cable to the camera’s MIC terminals. Note: • Make sure that the camera is turned off before attaching or removing the microphone cable. 12 MIC IN DC Preparation
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Preparation Powering the XL1 Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: E provide power from an AC outlet 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 camera. • 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. Connecting the camera to an AC outlet 1 2 4 3 Use the power adapter a
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Charging and attaching the battery pack E 3 1 2 4 Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough power for you to check that your camera is working properly. However, you must charge the battery pack fully if you want it to power the camera for more than a few minutes. 1. Attach the battery pack to the power adapter. • Align the triangle on the battery pack with the line on the power adapter. • Slide the battery across until it clicks into place. • Make
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Preparation Loading a Cassette E EJECT Mini Use videocassettes marked with the logo only.* Loading and unloading 1. Make sure that you have inserted a power source. 2. Slide the EJECT 5 button across to release the cover. • Wait a couple of seconds for the cassette compartment to open automatically. 3. Load or unload the cassette. • Insert the cassette gently with the window facing out. • Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out. 4. Press the PUSH mark on the compartment until it clicks. 5
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Protecting tapes from accidental erasure E REC REC SAVE SAVE To protect your recording from accidental erasure, slide the tab on the cassette so that it exposes the hole and the red mark. (This switch position is usually labeled SAVE or ERASE OFF.) If you load this cassette and put the camera in record pause mode (p. 23), “THE TAPE IS SET FOR ERASURE PREVENTION” is displayed for approx. 4 seconds and then the v mark flashes in the display. The camera also shows the above phrase if you accidental
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Preparation Supporting the Camera Prepare the lens cap E • Attach/remove the lens cap as shown. Attach the SP-100 shoulder pad • For extra comfort and control, attach the shoulder pad to the camera. • Clip the adapter unit onto the base of the camcorder and tighten the fixing screw using a coin. • When you are not using the shoulder pad, fold it in towards the camera until it clicks into the storage position. Adjust the grip belt • Adjust the length of the grip belt strap so that you can operat
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Selecting from the Menus Many of the camera’s advanced functions are selected from menus which appear in the viewfinder. E There are two main menus: 1. Camera menu (when the camera is in record pause mode: the POWER dial set to a recording program.) 2. VCR menu (when the POWER dial is set to VCR) Camera menu (CAM. MENU) CAM. MENU SELECT SET [MENU] CLOSE 1 Zebra pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 47 1 ZEBRA •••••••ON 2 16:9 effect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .p. 41 16 :9•
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Preparation E 1 3, 7 VCR MENU OFF POWER A START/ PHOTO ZOOM Tv STOP Av M W T SELF TIMER ON SCREENDATA CODE MENU 4, 5, 6 2 1. Turn the POWER dial to a recording program or to VCR. 2. Slide open the red cover to reveal the menu operation keys. 3. Press the MENU button to open the menu. 4. Press r or t cursor key to move the arrow up or down the display. 5. Press the e cursor key to select your chosen option from the menu. • Your selected option remains on the screen and all other options are remov
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Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamps The supplied wireless controller can operate the camera from a distance of up to 16 feet (5 m). E Point it at either of the camera’s remote sensors while you press the buttons. The tally lamps light up to let you know that the camera is in range and responding to your commands. There are five functions which can only be operated using the wireless controller: • Special playback (p. 53) • TV-screen displays (p. 80) • Data code on/off (p. 54) • Photo sear
