Canon DM-GL1 Troubleshooting, Recording/Playback, ? The camera turned itself off

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Troubleshooting

Refer to this checklist first if you have any problems with your camcorder. Possible explanations are given for each problem on the list — turn to the page numbers in brackets for more information.

Make sure that the camera is properly connected if you are using it with a TV or VCR. Consult your dealer or service outlet if problems persist.

Recording/Playback

Problem

?Nothing happens when I press the buttons.

Cause and/or what to do about it

•The camera is not switched on (p. 21, 28).

•The cassette is not loaded or is set for erasure prevention (p. 19-20).

•The tape has reached the end.

•The battery pack is exhausted or not properly attached (p. 16-17, 83).

•The function cannot be used in that recording program (p. 48).

•The top controls are locked by the lock lever (p. 88).

?The camera turned itself off.

•The camera was in record pause mode for more than about five minutes (p. 21).

•The battery pack is exhausted (p. 17, 83).

?The start/stop button doesn’t work.

•The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA.

•The standby lever is set to LOCK (p. 21).

•The cassette is not loaded or is set for erasure prevention (p. 19-20).

•The tape has reached the end.

?There’s no picture in the display.

?There’s a blank blue screen in the display.

?The camera won’t focus.

Additional

Information

•The POWER switch is not set to CAMERA.

•The standby lever is set to LOCK (p. 21).

•The camera has not been used for a long while, it is not a malfunction. Take off the battery and reattach.

•The lens cap is attached.

•You are attempting to play back or record from a copyright protected cassette (p. 75).

•The video heads are badly contaminated (p. 90).

•The camera is on manual focus (p. 58).

•The viewfinder lens needs adjusting (p. 82).

•The lens is dirty (p. 90).

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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 SpeedliteFinally, tighten the locking screw Attaching the Lens HoodRemove the lens cap 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 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 When you have finished recording Changing the recording mode SP/LPDemonstration mode Turning the camera recording displays ON/OFFMicrophone 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 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 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 Using a tripod Tips for Making Better VideosHolding the camera Sound recordingCamera moves CompositionPicture angle 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 Six-second auto date Setting the display styleDate and time display 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 Record review Searching and Reviewing While RecordingRecord search Availability of functions in each recording program Using the Various Recording ProgramsEasy Recording 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 recordingWind screen Selecting the audio modeAudio Recording Press the start/stop button to end recording Setting the Self-TimerPress the start/stop button 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 lockManual focus Adjusting the FocusTemporary focus override Using AE Shift Close the menuAdjusting 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 Setting the camera to control your VCR Dubbing FunctionPreparing 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 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 editingDV terminal/connections Copyright signalDubbing with Digital Video Equipment 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 completePlayback tape Recording Over Existing Scenes A/V Insert EditingTape in the camera Press the A/V Insert button on the wireless controller Press the stop button of the VCRTo connect the external microphone Audio DubbingTo connect other audio equipment 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 About the CCD MiscellaneousAbout the LCD Viewfinder 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