Canon XL1 instruction manual Contents

Contents
Introduction
Important Usage Instructions	2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	3
Thank you for choosing a Canon	6
Introducing the XL1	7
Preparation
Mounting and Removing XL Lenses	8
Adjusting the Viewfinder Unit	10
Attaching the External Microphone	12
Powering the XL1	13
Loading a Cassette	15
Supporting the Camera	17
Selecting from the Menus	18
Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamps	20
Setting the Date and Time	22
Recording
Basic Recording	23
Zooming (for Zoom Lenses)	25
Turning the SuperRange Optical Image
Stabilizer On/Off	27
Using the ND Filter (for appropriate lenses)	....28
Taking Still Pictures (Photo Mode)	29
Choosing the Movie Mode (Normal/Frame)	30
Searching and Reviewing While Recording	31
Using the Various Recording Programs	32
Activating the Slow Shutter	35
Selecting the Audio Mode	36
Setting the Audio Input — Two Channel
Recording	37
Setting the Audio Input — Four Channel
Recording	38
Making a Sound Check	39
Fading In and Out Between Scenes	40
Setting the Self-Timer	42
Using a Canon Speedlite for Flash Photography
(optional)	43

~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~			E
Adjusting the Focus	44
Adjusting the Exposure	45
Using AE Shift	46
Using the Zebra Pattern	47
Adjusting the Gain	48
Adjusting the White Balance	49
Playback
Playing back a Cassette	51
Displaying Data Code	54
Searching Through Your Recorded “Photos”
(Photo Search)	55
Connections for Playback on a TV Screen	56
Editing to a VCR	57
DV Dubbing
..........(DV terminal conforming to IEEE1394)		Introduction
Selecting the Audio Output	60
Additional Information
Notes on Using the Batteries	62
Camera Holding Styles	65
Maintenance	66
Troubleshooting	69
The XL1 System Diagram	72
Optional Accessories	73
Finding Your Way Around the XL1	76
Screen Displays	80
Specifications	85
Index	86

The serial number of this product may be found on the bottom	Date of Purchase
of the camera. No others have the same serial number as	Dealer Purchased From
yours. You should record the number and other vital	Dealer Address
information here and retain this book as a permanent record of	Dealer Phone No.
your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.	Model Name XL1
	Serial No.

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