Supporting the Camera

Prepare the lens cap

• Attach/remove the lens cap as shown.

Attach the SP-100 shoulder pad

• For extra comfort and control, attach the shoulder pad to the camera.

• Clip the adapter unit onto the base of the camcorder and tighten the fixing screw using a coin.

• When you are not using the shoulder pad, fold it in towards the camera until it clicks into the storage position.

Adjust the grip belt

Adjust the length of the grip belt strap so that you can operate the start/stop button and zoom control effectively.

Attach the shoulder strap

For extra security and portability, attach the shoulder strap before using the camera

Pass the ends through the attachment bars and

adjust the length as shown.

Notes:

Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it may damage the LCD. (The light is concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Either turn the EYE POINT SELECT switch to the FAR setting, or change the angle of the viewfinder to move it out of direct sunlight.

Place the camera on a table or secure surface when attaching the shoulder pad, grip belt or strap.

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Canon XL1 Supporting the Camera, Prepare the lens cap, Attach the SP-100 shoulder pad, Adjust the grip belt