Canon GL1 instruction manual Searching and Reviewing While Recording, Record search, Record review

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Searching and Reviewing While Recording

Record search

When the camera is in record pause mode, you can

 

use record search to play the tape forwards or

 

backwards to find the point where you want to

 

start or restart recording. This is useful when you

REC SEARCH

want to add a new scene to a previously used

 

cassette. By using record search, you can ensure a

 

smooth, noise-free join between the new scene and

 

the old one.

 

1. Make sure the camera is in record pause mode.

2.Press and hold the REC SEARCH + or

– button while you check the picture in the display.

• The + button plays the recording forwards and the – button plays it backwards.

3.Release the button when you find the point where you want to start recording.

• The camera returns to record pause mode.

Record review

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When the camera is in record pause mode, you can use record review to play back the last few seconds of your recording and then return automatically to record pause mode. You can quickly make sure that a scene has recorded properly and then go on to shoot the next scene, without producing any noise in the picture.

1.Make sure the camera is in record pause mode.

2.Press and release the c (record review) button while you check the picture in the display.

• The camera rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode.

Note:

• Noise may appear on the screen during record search and record review.

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Contents Mode d’emploi Introduction Important Usage InstructionsImportant Safety Instructions Introduction Contents Getting started Thank you for Choosing a CanonIntroducing the GL1 OverviewQuick Finding Your Way Around the GL1Quick Overview Quick Overview Slow GL1 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area WD-58 Wide-converter Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs CB-900 Car Battery Adapter220EX Speedlite 380EX Speedlite 550EX Speedlite VL-10Li Battery Video LightCH-910 Dual Battery Charger/ Holder HC-4000 System CaseFinally, tighten the locking screw Attaching the Lens HoodRemove the lens cap Attach the DC coupler to the camera Powering the GL1Connecting the camera to an AC outlet Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery packRemove the battery pack after use Charging and attaching the battery packAttach the battery pack to the power adapter CA-910 Compact Power Adapter Load or unload the cassette Loading a CassetteLoading and unloading Cassette memory Protecting tapes from accidental erasureHandling cassettes To record Using the Standby leverBefore you start recording Changing the recording mode SP/LP When you have finished recordingConfirmation/Warning beeps Demonstration modeTurning the camera recording displays ON/OFF Microphone attenuator40⋅/100⋅ digital zoom Zooming20⋅ optical zoom Changing the angle of the LCD screen Using the LCD ScreenOpen the LCD screen About the LCD Screen Adjusting the LCD screenAllowing the subject to monitor recording Built-in speaker and headphone terminal Other playback modes Attach a power source and slide the Power switch to VCRPlaying Back a Cassette Load the cassette Press the Play e button to start playbackSpecial playback If your TV or VCR has audio/video input terminals Connections for Playback on a TV ScreenIf your TV or VCR has an S-video input terminal Sound recording Using a tripodTips for Making Better Videos Holding the cameraCamera moves CompositionPicture angle Turning the Optical Image Stabilizer Off VCR menu Selecting from the MenusMenu Inserting batteries Using the Wireless Controller/Tally LampSetting the remote sensor mode Turning off the tally lamp Open the menu and select T.ZONE/DST Press the menu dial Setting the Date and TimeSetting the time zone/daylight saving time Set the camera to record pause modeSetting the clock Six-second auto date Setting the display styleDate and time display Filter Using the ND FilterPress the Photo button fully down to take the still picture Taking Still Pictures Photo ModeUsing the Full Range of Features Flash Charging Using a Canon Speedlite for Flash Photography optionalChoosing the Movie Mode Normal/Frame Record review Searching and Reviewing While RecordingRecord search Availability of functions in each recording program Using the Various Recording ProgramsEasy Recording Giving priority to shutter speed shutter-priority Tv AutoSpotlight Giving priority to the aperture aperture-priority AvManual See also p Sand & SnowUsing Digital Effects Widescreen TV recording Operating the digital effectsPress the D.E. ON/OFF button Press the start/stop button to start/stop recordingWind screen Selecting the audio modeAudio Recording Press the start/stop button to end recording Setting the Self-TimerPress the start/stop button Press the Exposure dial in once more Manual Exposure AdjustmentPress the Exposure dial in again Turn the Exposure dial to open or close the irisAbout the shutter speed Exposure lock Exposure lock/adjustmentManual focus Adjusting the FocusTemporary focus override Close the menu Using AE ShiftAdjusting Camera Sharpness Adjusting Color Phase Using the Zebra Pattern To set the white balance manually Adjusting the White BalanceSetting the white balance Using the Full Range of Features Displaying Data Code Date/Time Searching the Tape Photo Search/Date Search Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Connect the camera to the VCR Setting the camera to control your VCRDubbing Function Preparing for DubbingSetting Recorder Using the Dubbing Function for the First TimePreparations & setting up Recorder Press e on the body of the camera Make sure you are in DUB Mode see pDubbing to a VCR Adjust the setting Cut-In and Cut-Out AdjustmentsSetting the Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments Open the REC.SET UP menu and point the arrow at CUT-IN ADJBasic editing Simple Editing to a VCRPreparations Prepare the TV and VCRDV terminal/connections Copyright signalDubbing with Digital Video Equipment Connect the camera to the VCR, TV or other camcorder Recording from a VCR, TV or Other Camcorder Analog Line-inRepeat steps 1 to 5 until your edited recording is complete Press the pause buttonPlayback tape Recording Over Existing Scenes A/V Insert EditingTape in the camera Press the stop button of the VCR Press the A/V Insert button on the wireless controllerTo connect the external microphone Audio DubbingTo connect other audio equipment Press Audio DUB. on the wireless controller Attach the shoulder strap Adjust the viewfinderAdjust the grip belt Preparing the CameraCharging and recording times How much power is left?Remaining time indicator When to rechargeStoring the battery pack Taking care of the battery packCharging the backup battery Keep the terminals cleanTreat the battery pack with care Set the camera to VCR mode Choose the output Setting the Audio MixSelecting audio output channels Low-angle recording Camera Holding StylesChoose the grip Standard holding styleStorage MaintenanceUsing the camera abroad MaintenanceWhat you should do What happens when condensation is detectedCondensation Protecting the camera from condensation? The start/stop button doesn’t work TroubleshootingRecording/Playback ? The camera turned itself offRecording/Playback Contd About the CCD MiscellaneousAbout the LCD Viewfinder Turning off the LCD screen displays Screen DisplaysTurned on p Manua L Recording reminder Time CodeBP-915 Battery Pack Specifications100 Index101 Canon U.S.A., Inc Canon GL1 Digital Video Camcorder Limited WarrantyCanada Canon INC