Canon DM-GL1 instruction manual Contents

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Contents

 

Introduction

 

Important Usage Instructions

2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

3

Thank you for Choosing a Canon

6

Quick Overview

 

Introducing the GL1

7

Finding Your Way Around the GL1

8

The GL1 System Diagram

12

Optional Accessories

13

Attaching the Lens Hood

15

Powering the GL1

16

Loading a Cassette

19

Basic Recording

21

Zooming

24

Using the LCD Screen

25

Playing Back a Cassette

28

Connections for Playback on a TV Screen

30

Tips for Making Better Videos

31

Using the Full Range of Features

 

~ General ... ~

 

Turning the Optical Image Stabilizer Off

33

Selecting from the Menus

34

Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamp

36

~ For Recording ...~

 

Setting the Date and Time

39

Using the ND Filter

42

Taking Still Pictures (Photo Mode)

43

Using a Canon Speedlite for Flash

 

Photography (optional)

45

Choosing the Movie Mode (Normal/Frame)

46

Searching and Reviewing While Recording

47

Using the Various Recording Programs

48

Using Digital Effects

51

Audio Recording

53

Setting the Self-Timer

54

...~ When Making Manual Adjustments

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Manual Exposure Adjustment

55

 

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Adjusting the Focus

58

 

 

 

 

 

 

Using AE Shift

59

 

 

 

Adjusting Camera Sharpness

60

 

 

 

Adjusting Color Phase

61

 

 

 

Using the Zebra Pattern

62

 

 

 

Adjusting the White Balance

63

 

 

 

~ For Playback ...~

 

 

 

 

Displaying Data Code

65

 

 

 

Searching the Tape (Photo Search/

 

 

 

 

Date Search)

67

 

 

 

Returning to a Pre-Marked Position

68

 

 

 

Editing

 

 

 

 

The Dubbing Function

69

 

 

 

Using the Dubbing Function for the

 

 

 

 

 

Introduction

First Time

70

 

 

 

Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments

73

 

 

 

Simple Editing to a VCR

74

 

 

 

Dubbing with Digital Video Equipment

75

 

 

 

Recording from a VCR, TV or Other

 

 

 

 

Camcorder (Analog Line-in)

76

 

 

 

Recording Over Existing Scenes

 

 

 

 

(A/V Insert Editing)

78

 

 

 

Audio Dubbing

80

 

 

 

Additional Information

 

 

 

 

Preparing the Camera

82

 

 

 

Notes on Using the Batteries

83

 

 

 

Setting the Audio Mix

86

 

 

 

Camera Holding Styles

88

 

 

 

Maintenance

89

 

 

 

Troubleshooting

92

 

 

 

Screen Displays

95

 

 

 

Specifications

99

 

 

 

Index

100

 

 

 

The serial number of this product may be found on the bottom of

Date of Purchase

the camera. No others have the same serial number as yours.

Dealer Purchased From

You should record the number and other vital information here

Dealer Address

and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to

Dealer Phone No.

aid identification in case of theft.

Model Name GL1

 

Serial No.

 

 

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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 Battery Packs Optional AccessoriesCB-900 Car Battery Adapter WD-58 Wide-converterCH-910 Dual Battery Charger/ Holder VL-10Li Battery Video LightHC-4000 System Case 220EX Speedlite 380EX Speedlite 550EX SpeedliteFinally, tighten the locking screw Attaching the Lens HoodRemove the lens cap Connecting the camera to an AC outlet Powering the GL1Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Attach the DC coupler to the cameraRemove 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 recordingTurning the camera recording displays ON/OFF Demonstration modeMicrophone attenuator Confirmation/Warning beeps40⋅/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 Playing Back a Cassette Attach a power source and slide the Power switch to VCRLoad the cassette Press the Play e button to start playback Other playback modesSpecial 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 Tips for Making Better Videos Using a tripodHolding the camera Sound recordingCamera 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 Setting the time zone/daylight saving time Setting the Date and TimeSet the camera to record pause mode Open the menu and select T.ZONE/DST Press the menu dialSetting 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 AutoManual See also p Giving priority to the aperture aperture-priority AvSand & Snow SpotlightUsing Digital Effects Press the D.E. ON/OFF button Operating the digital effectsPress the start/stop button to start/stop recording Widescreen TV 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 again Manual Exposure AdjustmentTurn the Exposure dial to open or close the iris Press the Exposure dial in once moreAbout 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 Dubbing Function Setting the camera to control your VCRPreparing for Dubbing Connect the camera to the VCRSetting 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 Setting the Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments Cut-In and Cut-Out AdjustmentsOpen the REC.SET UP menu and point the arrow at CUT-IN ADJ Adjust the settingPreparations Simple Editing to a VCRPrepare the TV and VCR Basic editingDV 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 Adjust the grip belt Adjust the viewfinderPreparing the Camera Attach the shoulder strapRemaining time indicator How much power is left?When to recharge Charging and recording timesCharging the backup battery Taking care of the battery packKeep the terminals clean Storing the battery packTreat the battery pack with care Set the camera to VCR mode Choose the output Setting the Audio MixSelecting audio output channels Choose the grip Camera Holding StylesStandard holding style Low-angle recordingStorage MaintenanceUsing the camera abroad MaintenanceCondensation What happens when condensation is detectedProtecting the camera from condensation What you should doRecording/Playback Troubleshooting? The camera turned itself off ? The start/stop button doesn’t workRecording/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