Canon DM-GL1 instruction manual Taking care of the battery pack, Charging the backup battery

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Taking care of the battery pack

Always attach the terminal cover.

• Do not allow any metal objects to touch the terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack. Attach the terminal cover whenever the battery pack is not being used.

Keep the terminals clean.

• The camera, adapter or battery pack will not work properly if the terminals are dirty. Check them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth or tissue if necessary.

Storing the battery pack.

If you do not use a battery pack for a period of more than a few months any remaining charge may cause damage to the battery pack, and reduce usage time. To prevent damage therefore, aim to use a battery pack’s complete charge before storage.

Charging the backup battery

A rechargeable lithium battery installed into the camera unit allows the camera to remember settings such as the date and time, even when the battery pack is disconnected. It is automatically recharged when you attach a power source to the camcorder.

When you first use the camera, bring the backup battery to full charge by connecting a power source to the camera for a full day (about 24 hours). You do not need to turn the camera on for charging to take place.

If you use the camcorder regularly, the backup battery will remain charged. If it is stored, however, it slowly discharges and eventually (in excess of 6 months from being fully charged) there will be insufficient power to maintain the date and time. In this case, connect a power source to the camcorder, reset the date and time (p. 39) and recharge the backup battery.

If you discard this product, dispose of the lithium backup battery separately to prevent pollution. For further information, contact your local Canon service center or dealer.

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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 Optional Accessories Battery PacksCB-900 Car Battery Adapter WD-58 Wide-converterVL-10Li Battery Video Light CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/ HolderHC-4000 System Case 220EX Speedlite 380EX Speedlite 550EX SpeedliteAttaching the Lens Hood Remove the lens capFinally, tighten the locking screw Powering the GL1 Connecting the camera to an AC outletProvide power from an AC outlet or Charge a battery pack 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/LPDemonstration mode Turning the camera recording displays ON/OFFMicrophone attenuator 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 Attach a power source and slide the Power switch to VCR Playing Back a CassetteLoad the cassette Press the Play e button to start playback 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 Using a tripod Tips for Making Better VideosHolding the camera 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 Setting the Date and Time Setting the time zone/daylight saving timeSet the camera to record pause mode 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 TvGiving priority to the aperture aperture-priority Av Manual See also pSand & Snow SpotlightUsing Digital Effects Operating the digital effects Press the D.E. ON/OFF buttonPress the start/stop button to start/stop recording 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 Manual Exposure Adjustment Press the Exposure dial in againTurn the Exposure dial to open or close the iris 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 Setting the camera to control your VCR Dubbing FunctionPreparing for Dubbing 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 Cut-In and Cut-Out Adjustments Setting the Cut-In and Cut-Out AdjustmentsOpen the REC.SET UP menu and point the arrow at CUT-IN ADJ Adjust the settingSimple Editing to a VCR PreparationsPrepare the TV and VCR 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 Adjust the viewfinder Adjust the grip beltPreparing the Camera Attach the shoulder strapHow much power is left? Remaining time indicatorWhen to recharge Charging and recording timesTaking care of the battery pack Charging the backup batteryKeep the terminals clean 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 Camera Holding Styles Choose the gripStandard holding style Low-angle recordingMaintenance StorageMaintenance Using the camera abroadWhat happens when condensation is detected CondensationProtecting the camera from condensation What you should doTroubleshooting Recording/Playback? The camera turned itself off ? 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