Canon XL1 instruction manual Adjusting the Gain

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Recording

Adjusting the Gain

VCR

OFF

A POWER

Tv

Av

M

-3 A 0

+6

+12

GAIN dB

When the GAIN knob is set to n (auto) the camera adjusts the gain automatically. You can also rotate the GAIN dial to one of the five preset levels that range from –3 to +12 dB.

1.Turn the POWER dial to any recording program except [ (Easy Recording) or

(Spotlight).

2.Press the GAIN knob so that it pops out. You can now turn it to adjust the gain to your desired level.

•The gain level you select appears in the viewfinder.

•Push the knob back in when you have finished making adjustments.

-3dB:	Low noise recording for indoor, low light or low contrast scenes.
0dB:	Low noise, life-like color reproduction of illuminated scenes at night.

+6dB/+12dB: Brighten indoor or low-light scenes (when the iris is fully open).

Gain-up to enable you to increase the depth of field from using a smaller iris aperture.

Note:

• You cannot use the GAIN in the Easy Recording or Spotlight recording programs.

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Contents Mode d’emploi Important Usage Instructions IntroductionImportant 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 the Viewfinder Unit Adjusting for left eye/right eye operationAdjusting to your viewing point Adjusting to your eyesightAttaching the External Microphone Powering the XL1 Connecting the camera to an AC outletProvide 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 Adjust the grip belt Supporting the CameraPrepare the lens cap Attach the SP-100 shoulder padSelecting from the Menus Camera menu CAM. MenuVCR menu Press the r or t cursor keys to choose its setting Press the Menu button to close the menuUsing the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamps Inserting batteriesTurning off the remote sensors Turning off the tally lampsSetting the Date and Time Setting the display styleUsing the Standby button Basic RecordingBefore you start recording To recordWhen you have finished recording Changing the recording mode SP/LPTurning the camera recording displays ON/OFF Zooming for Zoom Lenses Optical zoom 16⋅ for standard lens32⋅ digital zoom Activating the digital zoomTurning the SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer On/Off Using the ND Filter for appropriate lenses Taking Still Pictures Photo Mode Press the Photo button fully down to take the still pictureChoosing the Movie Mode Normal/Frame Searching and Reviewing While Recording Record searchRecord review Using the Various Recording Programs Easy RecordingAuto ManualSpotlight Giving priority to shutter speed shutter-priority Tv Giving priority to the aperture aperture-priority AvActivating the Slow Shutter Effect you can selectCamera only displays selectable effects Selecting the Audio Mode AudioSetting the Audio Input Two Channel Recording Using the Audio 1 RCA jacksSetting the recording level for two channel recording Slide the REC Level switch of the Audio 1/MIC controls to MSetting the Audio Input Four Channel Recording Setting the recording level for four channel recordingHeadphones Making a Sound CheckFading In and Out Between Scenes Fade triggerActivating the fade trigger Widescreen TV recording Setting the Self-Timer Press the wireless controller’s Self Timer buttonPress the wireless controller’s START/STOP button Press the START/STOP button to end recordingUsing a Canon Speedlite for Flash Photography optional Flash ChargingAdjusting the Focus Temporary focus overrideManual 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 Adjusting the White Balance Setting the white balanceRecording Playing back a Cassette Other playback modes Playback PauseEdit Search Fast Forward PlaybackSpecial playback Press the wireless controller’s Data Code button Displaying Data CodeSearching 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 Editing to a VCR PreparationsConnect the camera to the VCR Prepare the TV and VCRDV Dubbing DV terminal conforming to IEEE1394 Copyright signal Remote m terminalSelecting the Audio Output Selecting the audio mixChoose the output Default setting Ii Choosing the output channelHow much power is left? When to rechargeCharging and recording times Taking care of the battery pack Installing the backup batteryKeep the terminals clean Storing the battery packTreat the battery pack with care Using a tripod Camera Holding StylesChoose the grip Standard holding styleMaintenance StorageMaintenance Using the camera abroadWhat happens when condensation is detected CondensationProtecting the camera from condensation What you should doTroubleshooting Recording/PlaybackRecording/Playback Contd Miscellaneous About the LCD ViewfinderAbout the CCD XL1 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area Optional Accessories VL-10Li Battery Video Light FA-200 Flash Adapter⋅ Zoom XL 3.4-10.2mm available Summer ’98 Extender XL 1.6⋅CH-900 Dual Battery Charger/ Holder Provided accessories Optional accessories380EX Speedlite Finding Your Way Around the XL1 Additional Information Light ButtonInformation Additional Pause MIX Screen Displays Movie mode p Number Time Code Recording reminderMain LCD panel Audio LCD panelSpecifications BP-927 Battery PackIndex Canada Canon INC