Canon XL1 instruction manual Turning off the remote sensors, Turning off the tally lamps

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Turning off the remote sensors

The remote sensors can be turned off to prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby.

SENSOR¥¥¥¥¥¥OFF

(see p. 18)

1.Open either the camera or the VCR menu, and point the arrow at SENSOR.

2.Select the OFF setting and close the menu.

• S OFF appears in the viewfinder.

Turning off the tally lamps

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The tally lamps let you know that the camera is recording. However, the flashing of the front lamp may be reflected into the lens during close-up recording, or when recording through glass.

You may therefore decide to turn them off.

Preparation

(see p. 18)

TALLY LAMP¥¥OFF

1.Open either the camera menu or the VCR menu, and point the arrow at TALLY LAMP.

2.Select the OFF setting and close the menu.

•The tally lamps no longer flash during recording, but they will still light up when the camera receives a signal from the wireless controller.

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Contents Mode d’emploi Introduction Important Usage InstructionsImportant Safety Instructions Introduction Contents Thank you for choosing a Canon Introducing the XL1 Mounting and Removing XL Lenses Mounting the lensRemoving the lens Lens settings Attaching the Lens HoodFinally, tighten the locking screw Adjusting for left eye/right eye operation Adjusting the Viewfinder UnitAdjusting to your eyesight Adjusting to your viewing pointAttaching the External Microphone Connecting the camera to an AC outlet Powering the XL1Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Attach the DC coupler to the cameraCharging and attaching the battery pack Attach the battery pack to the power adapterRemove the battery pack after use Loading a Cassette Loading and unloadingLoad or unload the cassette Protecting tapes from accidental erasure Handling cassettesCassette memory Supporting the Camera Adjust the grip beltPrepare the lens cap Attach the SP-100 shoulder pad Selecting from the Menus Camera menu CAM. Menu VCR menu Press the Menu button to close the menu Press the r or t cursor keys to choose its settingInserting batteries Using the Wireless Controller/Tally LampsTurning off the tally lamps Turning off the remote sensorsSetting the display style Setting the Date and TimeBasic Recording Using the Standby buttonBefore you start recording To recordWhen you have finished recording Changing the recording mode SP/LPTurning the camera recording displays ON/OFF Optical zoom 16⋅ for standard lens Zooming for Zoom LensesActivating the digital zoom 32⋅ digital zoomTurning the SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer On/Off Using the ND Filter for appropriate lenses Press the Photo button fully down to take the still picture Taking Still Pictures Photo ModeChoosing the Movie Mode Normal/Frame Searching and Reviewing While Recording Record searchRecord review Easy Recording Using the Various Recording ProgramsAuto ManualSpotlight Giving priority to the aperture aperture-priority Av Giving priority to shutter speed shutter-priority TvActivating the Slow Shutter Effect you can selectCamera only displays selectable effects Audio Selecting the Audio ModeUsing the Audio 1 RCA jacks Setting the Audio Input Two Channel RecordingSetting the recording level for two channel recording Slide the REC Level switch of the Audio 1/MIC controls to MSetting the recording level for four channel recording Setting the Audio Input Four Channel RecordingMaking a Sound Check HeadphonesFading In and Out Between Scenes Fade triggerActivating the fade trigger Widescreen TV recording Press the wireless controller’s Self Timer button Setting the Self-TimerPress the wireless controller’s START/STOP button Press the START/STOP button to end recordingFlash Charging Using a Canon Speedlite for Flash Photography optionalTemporary focus override Adjusting the FocusManual focus Push autofocusAdjusting the Exposure Turn the Iris wheel to open or close the irisExposure lock Using AE Shift Using the Zebra Pattern Adjusting the Gain Setting the white balance Adjusting the White BalanceRecording Playing back a Cassette Playback Pause Other playback modesEdit Search Fast Forward PlaybackSpecial playback Displaying Data Code Press the wireless controller’s Data Code buttonSearching Through Your Recorded Photos Photo Search Connections for Playback on a TV Screen If your TV or VCR has an S-video input terminalIf your TV or VCR has audio/video input terminals Preparations Editing to a VCRConnect the camera to the VCR Prepare the TV and VCRDV Dubbing DV terminal conforming to IEEE1394 Remote m terminal Copyright signalSelecting the Audio Output Selecting the audio mixChoose the output Ii Choosing the output channel Default settingHow much power is left? When to rechargeCharging and recording times Installing the backup battery Taking care of the battery packKeep the terminals clean Storing the battery packTreat the battery pack with care Camera Holding Styles Using a tripodChoose the grip Standard holding styleStorage MaintenanceUsing the camera abroad MaintenanceCondensation What happens when condensation is detectedProtecting the camera from condensation What you should doRecording/Playback TroubleshootingRecording/Playback Contd Miscellaneous About the LCD ViewfinderAbout the CCD XL1 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area Optional Accessories FA-200 Flash Adapter VL-10Li Battery Video Light⋅ Zoom XL 3.4-10.2mm available Summer ’98 Extender XL 1.6⋅CH-900 Dual Battery Charger/ Holder Provided accessories Optional accessories380EX Speedlite Additional Information Light Button Finding Your Way Around the XL1Information Additional Pause MIX Screen Displays Movie mode p Number Recording reminder Time CodeAudio LCD panel Main LCD panelBP-927 Battery Pack SpecificationsIndex Canada Canon INC