Canon DM-GL1 Charging and recording times, How much power is left?, Remaining time indicator

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Notes on Using the Batteries

Charging and recording times

•These times vary — the safest policy is always to have two or three times as many battery packs as you think you will need.

•You will get more recording time if you turn the camera off between shots, instead of leaving it in record pause mode.

Battery pack		BP-915
Time needed for		2 hrs. 10 min.
full recharge

Maximum	Using the viewfinder:	65 min.
recording time	Using the LCD screen:	60 min.

•Recording time will be shorter than usual at low temperatures. You can use the battery pack between 32° and 104°F (0° to 40°C), but it works best between 50° and 86°F (10° to 30°C).

•If the battery pack starts to give you much less recording time than usual, it has reached the end of its life and must be replaced.

•See p. 13 for times for other battery packs.

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How much power is left?

The indicator in the display shows you approximately how much charge the battery pack has left:

Notes:

•“CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK” appears in the display for 4 seconds when the power is completely exhausted. The empty battery mark then appears and starts to flash. The power indicator light also flashes.

•The indicator is not constant — different levels will be shown when you subject the battery pack and camcorder to different conditions.

100% ↓ 75% ↓ 50% ↓ 25% ↓

CHANGE THE BATTERY PACK 0% ↓

Remaining time indicator

Tells you how many minutes of power remain in the battery pack. Only appears when you attach the BP-930R battery pack directly to the camera. (It doesn’t appear if you use the CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder.)

When to recharge

5 6 min

You can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it is convenient. Unlike a conventional battery pack, it does not have to be fully discharged first. However, as the battery pack will naturally discharge itself over time, it is best to charge it the same day you plan to use it, or the day before.

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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