Preparing the Lens

Refer also to the instruction manual of the lens.

Mounting the Lens

1.Set the POWER dial to OFF.

2.Remove the dust caps from the camcorder and the lens.

3.Align the red mark on the lens with the red mark on the camcorder and turn the lens clockwise until it clicks.

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Unmounting the Lens

1.Set the POWER dial to OFF.

2.Slide the LENS RELEASE switch, turn the lens counter-clockwise until it stops and remove the lens.

3.Attach the dust caps to the camcorder and the lens.

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Be careful not to drop the lens or camcorder when mounting/unmounting the lens.

Avoid direct sunlight or strong light sources when mounting/unmounting the lens.

The XL mount is not compatible with the VL mount.

Do not touch the lens, lens mount and the interior of the mount, or expose them to dust or dirt. If necessary, clean it with a dry soft cloth (make sure to turn off the camcorder during cleaning).

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Cannon XL2 instruction manual Preparing the Lens, Mounting the Lens, Unmounting the Lens