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PUB. DIM-388
PUB. DIM-388
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER
ENGLISH
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Instruction Manual
CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMÉRIQUES
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VIDEOCÁMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL
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Manual de Instrucciones
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This instruction book explains the use of the Complete Kit (XL1S plus the color viewfinder and 16× 1S2zoom lens) and the Body
Kit (XL1S alone). Please note the illustration and descriptions in this book refer to the Complete Kit.
The Body kit
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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, XL1SA Systems. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Oper
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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-XL1SA and all routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or E its 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 p
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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 Making a Sound Check .................................... 54 Introduction E Using the Custom Keys .................................... 55 Important Usage Instructions .............................. 2 Changing the custom keys setting ................ 55 IMPORTANT SAFEY INSTRUCTIONS .......... 3 Operating the CSTM KEY button ................ 56 Thank you for choosing a Canon........................ 7 Fading In and Out Between Scenes .................. 58 Introducing the XL1S.
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Recording Over Existing Scenes E (AV Insert Editing)............................................ 90 Audio Dubbing.................................................. 93 Selecting the Audio Output .............................. 96 Additional Information Notes on Using the Batteries ............................ 98 Camera Holding Styles .................................. 101 Function settings saved at POWER off or with the STANDBY button ........................ 102 Maintenance ....................
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Introduction 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. 9) • Screen displays (p. 114) Note that capital letters are used to refer to settings displayed in the menus and buttons l
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Introducing the XL1S 3CCD System with Pixel Shift Technology Low-angle Recoding E Higher sensitivity, higher SN ratio, higher image You can make a low-angle recording easily thanks resolution and a greater dynamic range results from to the start/stop button, zoom button and photo horizontally shifting the green CCD (270,000 button on the handle. pixels). Custom Keys Interchangeable Lens System: XL Mount You can assign various functions to 2 exclusive A variety of XL Mount lens are available prov
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Preparation LIGHT Finding Your Way Around the XL1S E Viewfinder unit locking screw (p. 16) Remote sensor (p. 30) EYE POINT SELECT switch (p. 17) Tally lamp (p. 30) Eye cup (p. 16) Accessory shoe (p. 60) Microphone attachment screw (p. 18) REC LEVEL switch Stereo microphone (AUDIO 2) (p. 53) (p. 18) L/R dials (AUDIO 2) (p. 53) INPUT SELECT switch Viewfinder cable (p. 13) (AUDIO 1) (p. 51) Zooming ring (p. 38) BALANCE dial (AUDIO 1) (p. 51) Focusing ring (p. 66) REC LEVEL switch (AUDIO 1)
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E AE Shift dial (p. 68) Microphone cable (p. 18) Audio LCD panel (p. 119) Remote sensor (p. 30) Tally lamp (p. 30) AUDIO 2 RCA jack (R) (p. 96) PHOTO button (p. 42) AUDIO 2 RCA jack (L) Grip zoom control (p. 38) (p. 96) Lens hood locking screw (p. 15) EJECT button (p. 22) Grip belt (p. 24) Start/stop button (p. 35) BATT. RELEASE button (p. 19) DV terminal (p. 65) REMOTE terminal (p. 85) Flash adapter terminal (p. 60) Backup battery compartment (p. 99) Tripod socket (p. 101) Socket fo
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Preparation E PHOTO button (p. 42, 64) Handle zoom control (p. 38, 57) STOP button (p. 76) REW button (p. 76) START/STOP button (p. 35, 64) PLAY/PAUSE / button (p. 76) LOCK lever (p. 101) REC / button (p. 92) AV INSERT button (p. 92) Viewfinder focusing ring (p. 17) AUDIO DUB. button (p. 94) Viewfinder (p. 13, 67) FF button (p. 76) Attachment bar (p. 24) Release lever (p. 16) PHONES LEVEL dial (p. 54) (phones) terminal (p. 54) Viewfinder BRIGHT screw DC
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E PHOTO button (p. 64) Transmitter START/STOP button (p. 64) ZOOM buttons (p. 38) SELF TIMER button (p. 64) ON SCREEN button (p. 114) START/ ZOOM STOP PHOTO WT SELF TIMER DATA CODE button (p. 79, 114) MENU button (p. 25) ON SCREEN DATA CODE Cursor key (p. 25) MENU EXECUTE Cursor key (p. 25) EXECUTE button ZERO SET MEMORY ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 82) AUDIO AUDIO MONITOR button DUB. AUDIO DUB. button (p. 94) (p. 51, 54) AUDIO MONITER MIX BALANCE buttons (p. 96) ST-1 ST-2 MIX BALANCE SEARCH SELE
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Preparation Attaching and Detaching the Color Viewfinder Unit • If you are a Body Kit user, refer to the viewfinder instruction manual. E Attaching the Color Viewfinder Unit 1. Slide the viewfinder unit onto the bracket and tighten the locking screw to hold the unit in place. 2. Connect the viewfinder cable to the socket at the front of the camera body. Detaching the Viewfinder Unit 1. Detach the viewfinder cable. 2. Loosen the unit locking screw and slide the viewfinder unit off the bracket. 13
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Mounting and Unmounting XL Lenses Any lens bearing the mark can be used with this camcorder. E • If you are a Body Kit user, please refer to the appropriate lens instruction manual. Note that the lens functions vary by the lens type. 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. Unmount
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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 Color Viewfinder Unit Adjusting for left eye/right eye operation E 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 require along the bracket. 2. Tighten the locking screw. 3. Switch the eye cup around (if necessary). Right eye use Left eye use • Slide and hold the release lever on the underside of the viewfinder and then twis
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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 NEAR to NEAR. To view the scene at a distance from the 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. Adjusting the viewfinder
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Attaching the Provided 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. 18 MIC IN DC Preparation
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Preparation Powering the XL1S 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
