Canon DM-GL1 instruction manual Thank you for Choosing a Canon, Getting started

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Thank you for Choosing a Canon

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Introduction

First, we’d like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder. Its advanced technology makes it very easy to use — you will soon be making high-quality videos which will give you pleasure for years to come.

To get the most out of your new camcorder, we recommend that you read this manual thoroughly

there are many sophisticated features which will add to your recording enjoyment.

Getting started

To get started we suggest that you master the basic operations of the camcorder first, before moving on to use its full range of features.

For quick reference (in addition to the contents and index) please refer to:

Finding Your Way Around the GL1 (p. 8)

Screen Displays (p. 95)

Troubleshooting — in case you run into any problems (p. 92)

Note that capital letters are used to refer to settings displayed in the menus and buttons labeled on the camcorder itself e.g. Press the MENU button.

The camera’s short operation confirmation beeps are indicated by ` in the illustrations. Beeps sound to confirm your operations, e.g. Turn the standby lever to STANDBY (p. 21).

Your camcorder is supplied with the following accessories:

WL-D73 Wireless Controller

Two AA batteries

SS-650 Shoulder Strap

Lens cap

 

(Attached to camera)

BP-915 Battery Pack

CA-910 Compact Power

 

Adapter

DC-905 DC Coupler

S-150 S-video Cable

STV-250N

DVM-E30

Stereo Video Cable

Digital Video Cassette

Lens hood

 

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Contents Mode d’emploi Important Usage Instructions IntroductionImportant Safety Instructions Introduction Contents Thank you for Choosing a Canon Getting startedIntroducing the GL1 Finding Your Way Around the GL1 OverviewQuickQuick Overview Quick Overview Slow GL1 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area CB-900 Car Battery Adapter Optional AccessoriesBattery Packs WD-58 Wide-converterHC-4000 System Case VL-10Li Battery Video LightCH-910 Dual Battery Charger/ Holder 220EX Speedlite 380EX Speedlite 550EX SpeedliteAttaching the Lens Hood Remove the lens capFinally, tighten the locking screw Provide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack Powering the GL1Connecting the camera to an AC outlet 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 CA-910 Compact Power Adapter Loading a Cassette Loading and unloadingLoad or unload the cassette Protecting tapes from accidental erasure Handling cassettesCassette memory Using the Standby lever Before you start recordingTo record When you have finished recording Changing the recording mode SP/LPMicrophone attenuator Demonstration modeTurning the camera recording displays ON/OFF Confirmation/Warning beepsZooming 20⋅ optical zoom40⋅/100⋅ digital zoom Using the LCD Screen Open the LCD screenChanging the angle of the LCD screen Adjusting the LCD screen Allowing the subject to monitor recordingAbout the LCD Screen Built-in speaker and headphone terminal Load the cassette Press the Play e button to start playback Attach a power source and slide the Power switch to VCRPlaying Back a Cassette Other playback modesSpecial playback 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 Holding the camera Using a tripodTips for Making Better Videos Sound recordingComposition Picture angleCamera moves Turning the Optical Image Stabilizer Off Selecting from the Menus VCR menuMenu Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamp Inserting batteriesSetting the remote sensor mode Turning off the tally lamp Set the camera to record pause mode Setting the Date and TimeSetting the time zone/daylight saving time Open the menu and select T.ZONE/DST Press the menu dialSetting the clock Setting the display style Date and time displaySix-second auto date Using the ND Filter FilterTaking Still Pictures Photo Mode Press the Photo button fully down to take the still pictureUsing the Full Range of Features Using a Canon Speedlite for Flash Photography optional Flash ChargingChoosing the Movie Mode Normal/Frame Searching and Reviewing While Recording Record searchRecord review Using the Various Recording Programs Easy RecordingAvailability of functions in each recording program Auto Giving priority to shutter speed shutter-priority TvSand & Snow Giving priority to the aperture aperture-priority AvManual See also p SpotlightUsing Digital Effects Press the start/stop button to start/stop recording Operating the digital effectsPress the D.E. ON/OFF button Widescreen TV recordingSelecting the audio mode Audio RecordingWind screen Setting the Self-Timer Press the start/stop buttonPress the start/stop button to end recording Turn the Exposure dial to open or close the iris Manual Exposure AdjustmentPress the Exposure dial in again Press the Exposure dial in once moreAbout the shutter speed Exposure lock/adjustment Exposure lockAdjusting the Focus Temporary focus overrideManual focus Using AE Shift Close the menuAdjusting Camera Sharpness Adjusting Color Phase Using the Zebra Pattern Adjusting the White Balance Setting the white balanceTo set the white balance manually Using the Full Range of Features Displaying Data Code Date/Time Searching the Tape Photo Search/Date Search Returning to a Pre-Marked Position Preparing for Dubbing Setting the camera to control your VCRDubbing Function Connect the camera to the VCRUsing the Dubbing Function for the First Time Preparations & setting upSetting Recorder Recorder Make sure you are in DUB Mode see p Dubbing to a VCRPress e on the body of the camera Open the REC.SET UP menu and point the arrow at CUT-IN ADJ Cut-In and Cut-Out AdjustmentsSetting the Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments Adjust the settingPrepare the TV and VCR Simple Editing to a VCRPreparations Basic editingCopyright signal Dubbing with Digital Video EquipmentDV terminal/connections Recording from a VCR, TV or Other Camcorder Analog Line-in Connect the camera to the VCR, TV or other camcorderPress the pause button Repeat steps 1 to 5 until your edited recording is completeRecording Over Existing Scenes A/V Insert Editing Tape in the cameraPlayback tape Press the A/V Insert button on the wireless controller Press the stop button of the VCRAudio Dubbing To connect other audio equipmentTo connect the external microphone Press Audio DUB. on the wireless controller Preparing the Camera Adjust the viewfinderAdjust the grip belt Attach the shoulder strapWhen to recharge How much power is left?Remaining time indicator Charging and recording timesKeep the terminals clean Taking care of the battery packCharging the backup battery Storing the battery packTreat the battery pack with care Setting the Audio Mix Set the camera to VCR mode Choose the outputSelecting audio output channels Standard holding style Camera Holding StylesChoose the grip Low-angle recordingMaintenance StorageMaintenance Using the camera abroadProtecting the camera from condensation What happens when condensation is detectedCondensation What you should do? The camera turned itself off TroubleshootingRecording/Playback ? The start/stop button doesn’t workRecording/Playback Contd Miscellaneous About the LCD ViewfinderAbout the CCD Screen Displays Turning off the LCD screen displaysTurned on p Manua L Time Code Recording reminderSpecifications BP-915 Battery PackIndex 100101 Canon GL1 Digital Video Camcorder Limited Warranty Canon U.S.A., IncCanada Canon INC