Selecting the Frame Rate, 50i Mode, 25F Mode | Canon XL H1S, XL H1A

Selecting the Frame Rate

You can set the frame rate to 50i or 25F, regardless of the recording mode.

50i Mode

Records 50 interlaced fields per second, the same as standard-definition TV signals.

25F Mode

HD Records 25 frames per second according to HDV native 1080/25p specifications. For playback, the signal is converted to 50i but video output from the HDV/DV terminal will be 25p.

SD The picture captured by the camera at 25 frames per second is converted and recorded on the tape as 50i.

HD

25F (camera)	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I		J
25p (tape)	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I		J
50i (playback)	a a b b c c d d e e f						f g g h h i		i	j	j
SD
25F (camera)	A	B	C	D	E	F	G	H	I		J
50i (tape/playback)	a a b b c c d d e e f					f g g h h i			i	j	j

Set the FRAME RATE switch to the desired position.

• i: 50i Mode, F1 or F2: 25F Mode.

• The selected frame rate appears on-screen.

If the position of the FRAME RATE switch is changed while recording, the frame rate will not change immediately; it will change once you pause the recording.

Video recorded in 25F can only be played back with compatible devices and can only be edited with software that supports 25F. For software and hardware compatibility consult the relevant customer support center.

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Canon XL H1S, XL H1A Selecting the Frame Rate, 50i Mode, 25F Mode, Set the Frame Rate switch to the desired position

Contents

PAL35 Important Usage Instructions For Users in the UKEuropean Union and EEA only Advanced Professional Features XL H1S / XL H1A a Broad Range of CapabilitiesUltimate HD Quality Versatile Artistic Expression About this Manual Conventions Used in this ManualTrademark Acknowledgements Operating modes About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications Contents External Connections Checking the Supplied Accessories Components Guide Left side view Dial Left side view Viewfinder unit/Microphone unit HD 20x L is III lens Right side view Introduction Using tripods Front view Back viewAbout the Terminal Top view Introduction WL-D5000 Wireless Controller Preparing the Power Supply Charging the Battery PackAttaching the Battery Pack Remove the battery pack after use Using a Household Power Outlet About the Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryTurn the dial to OFF Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder Battery Pack Charging, Recording and Playback TimesHDV Maximum Recording Time DV Maximum Recording Time 140 min 205 min 290 min 400 min Preparing the Camcorder Attaching and Detaching the Color Viewfinder UnitAttaching the Color Viewfinder Unit Detaching the Viewfinder Unit Attaching and Detaching the Eye Cup Attaching the Eye CupDetaching the Eye Cup Detach the eye cup as shown in the illustration Adjusting the Position of the Viewfinder Dioptric AdjustmentRight/Left Adjustment Forward/Backward Adjustment Adjusting the Viewfinder Using the Viewfinder as LCD PanelPress the Menu button to close the menu Press the lock release button and open the eyepiece adapter Attaching the Microphone Unit Fastening the Grip BeltAttaching the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Adapter Holder Preparing the Lens Mounting the LensRemoving the Lens Attaching the Lens Hood PreparationsTighten the lock screw Check that the exposure conditions are appropriate AF Adjustment MF AdjustmentResetting the flange back adjustments Using the Wireless Controller Inserting the Batteries Loading/Removing a Cassette Load/remove the cassetteClose the cassette compartment cover Inserting/Removing a Memory Card Inserting the CardRemoving the Card Changing Settings with the Menu Button Selecting Menus and Settings Date/Time and Language Settings Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving TimeSetting the Date and Time Displaying the Date and Time while Recording Changing the Date Format Changing the Display Language When You Have Finished Recording RecordingRecording Before You Begin Recording Power Saving Mechanisms Power Save FunctionLow-angle Recording Standby Button Screen Displays while Recording Reviewing the Recording Selecting the On-Screen DisplaysPress and release the record review button Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio Change the position of the Mode Select switch Locating the End of the Last Scene Press the END Search button Zoom Speed switch Custom function Zoom Speed settingZooming Zoom Speed Zoom Preset lenses with zoom preset function Presetting the ZoomReturning to the Preset Zoom Position Move the Position Preset ON/SET switch to on Adjusting the Focus Push AF using the HD 20x L is III lensAutofocus Temporary Focus Override Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus Manual focusZoom in to telephoto Operate the zoom to reframe the subject Using the Focus Assist Functions Peaking and Magnifying Magnifying Record pause, press the EVF Magnifying button Focus Preset lenses with focus preset function Presetting the FocusSetting the Focus Preset Speed Returning to the Preset Focus position Macro Shooting Focus Limit Using the ND Filter Lenses with built-in ND filter Screen display What it means What you should do 50i Mode 25F ModeSet the Frame Rate switch to the desired position Selecting the Frame Rate Setting the Time Code Select SETSet the time code’s initial value Close the menu Connection Diagram Synchronizing the Camcorder’s Time CodeGenlock Time Code About the Side Panel Indications Setting the User Bit Displaying the User BitRecording an External User Bit SD Selecting the DV Audio Mode Using the Wind ScreenAudio Recording Selecting the Sensitivity of the Front Microphone Using the Front Microphone Using the XLR terminalsSet the Input Select switch to Front MIC Recording Audio Adjusting the Audio Recording Level Hiding/Displaying the Audio Level IndicatorAutomatic Audio Adjustment Manual Audio Adjustment Embedded Audio Set the Stabilizer ON/OFF switch to OFF Image Stabilizer Lenses with image stabilization function Using the Programmed AE Modes Available controls/functions by programmed AE mode Easy RecordingSelecting the Programmed AE Modes Press the lock button and turn the dialPage Recording in Manual Mode Available settingsSet the dial to M Select the shutter speed with the Shutter or button Push AE Press the Push AE button and hold it pressed down Recording in Shutter-Priority Tv Mode Available shutter speeds when recording moviesAvailable shutter speeds when recording still images Recording in Aperture-Priority Av Mode Set the dial to AvRing, like the HD 20x L is III lens Adjusting the Exposure AE ShiftExposure Lock Set the dial to , Tv or Av Press the EXP. Lock button Gain Fine Tuning GainSelecting the Gain Level Selecting the White Balance Setting Setting the Color TemperatureWhite Balance Press the White Balance button Setting a Custom White Balance Recording with a Custom White Balance Previously Set Zebra Pattern Selecting the Zebra Pattern LevelActivating the Zebra Pattern Adjusting the Color Correction Color CorrectionDetermining the Color to be Corrected Activating the Color Correction Skin Detail Function Determining the Tone to be Detected as Skin AreaActivating the Skin Detail Function Selective Noise Reduction Determining the Area to be CorrectedActivating the Selective Noise Reduction Clear Scan Default settings To check the current custom key settingsCustom Keys Following functions can be assigned to the custom keys Changing the Custom Keys Setting Activating the Functions with the Custom Key Audio Level Audio Level Indicator EVF BW Mode Viewfinder’s B&W modeTC Hold Time Code Hold MAGN.B.LOCK MAGN. Button Lock CP Bkwd KEY Custom Preset Backward Key FB Flange Back AdjustmentFlip EVF Flip EVF SDI Output SDI Output Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal FadersPress the BARS/FADE ON/OFF button Press the Start/Stop button Video Signal Output Standards Standard of Video Output while RecordingStandard of Video Output during Playback Connecting to a Monitor/TV Displaying the Viewfinders Screen on an External Monitor Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal Connection to a High Definition Monitor or Hdtv Using the Component OUT Terminal Using the HDV/DV TerminalExternal Connections Using the Video IN/OUT or S-Video IN/OUT Terminal Connection to a Standard Definition TV or Monitor Using the Scart Adapter Audio Output Selecting the Audio ChannelSelecting the Audio Output Level Selecting the Audio Monitor AUD.M.SET Digital Video Control If the button was pressed while the camcorder was recording HDV/DV Analog Line-InPress the button to stop recording Copyright Precaution Copyright SignalsConcerning Copyright Connecting to a Computer Custom Preset Settings Custom Preset Parameters Changing Custom Preset Parameters Select Edit from the column on the leftFrom the bottom bar, select Tune Customization Renaming a Custom Preset File Protecting a Custom Preset FileResetting a Custom Preset File Activating the Custom Preset Settings Copying a Custom Preset File to the Memory CardReading a Custom Preset File from the Memory Card Press the Custom Preset Select button Reading a Custom Preset File from a Still Image KNE Knee Point Adjustment SET Setup LevelGAM Gamma Curve BLK Black Stretch/Black Press CPH Color Phase SHP SharpnessHDF Horizontal Detail Frequency DHV Horizontal/Vertical Detail Balance RGN R Gain GGN G GainBGN B Gain RGM R-G Matrix Changing the Custom Function Settings Customized Functions100 Resetting a Custom Function File Activating a Custom Function FileCopying a Custom Function File to the Memory Card Reading a Custom Function File from the Memory Card 102 Custom Function List of Custom Functions and Setting Options Shcklss WB/GN Shockless White Balance/GainZoom Ring Ctrl Zoom Ring Control 103 Zoom Speed Zoom Speed Focus Ring Ctrl Focus Ring ControlButtons OPER.1 Buttons Operation 1/2 Buttons OPER.2 Buttons Operation 2/2 11 F.AST BW-MOD Focus Assist Function B&W Display Mode Zoom Indicator Zoom Indicator DisplayColor Bars Color Bars Signal 15 1kHz Tone 1 kHz Reference Audio Signal Changing the Custom Display Settings Resetting a Custom Display FileCustomized On-Screen Displays Copying a Custom Display File to the Memory Card List of Custom Display Items and Setting Options Reading a Custom Display File from the Memory Card Battery Battery-Related Displays Wireless Remote Wireless Remote DisplayTape Tape-Related Icons and Displays Tape Remainder Remaining Time on the Tape 109 Playing Back a Tape Special Playback ModesPlayback pause Rewind playback / fast forward playback Frame advance Slow forwardFrame reverse / frame advance Slow reverse / slow forward Returning to a Pre-marked Position Index Search112 Stop the playback Rewind the tape Date Search Data CodeSelecting the Data Code Displaying the Data Code Remote Sensor Mode To change the remote sensor mode of the camcorderTo change the remote sensor mode of the wireless controller Change the custom function Wireless Remote Using a Memory Card Selecting the Still Image Quality/SizeChanging the Still Image Quality Changing the Still Image Size File Numbers 116 Recording Still Images on a Memory Card 117Press the Photo button fully If Camera Setup Focus PRI. is set to on If Camera Setup Focus PRI. is set to OFF About the Power Save function Capturing a Still Image from a Tape Reviewing a Still Image right after Recording Screen Displays during Still Image Recording119 Drive Mode Changing the Drive ModeContinuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting Auto Exposure Bracketing Metering Mode 121 Using an Optional Flash Connecting a Speedlite FlashUsing the Flash 122 Playing Back Still Images from a Memory Card SlideshowIndex Screen 123 Image Jump Function Displaying the Recording Data124 Press and hold the + or button Erasing Still images Erasing a Single Still ImageErasing All Images 125 Protecting Still images Protecting a Single Still ImageProtecting Still Images from the Index Screen 126 Initializing a Memory Card 127 Print Order Settings Setting Print Orders from the Index ScreenSelecting Still Images for Printing Print Order Erasing All Print Orders Menu Options and Default Settings Playback STD Setting Being played back129 Additional Information „ Camera Setup 130 „ Audio Setup 131 „ Display Setup 132 „ System SETUP/ 133 „ Custom Preset Submenu Customize Custom Preset 134 135 „ Custom Function Submenu Customize Custom Function 136 „ Custom Displays Settings Memorized and Retained 137 Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording138 Screen Displays during Playback 139Side panel 140 Message Explanation Maintenance/Others Camcorder Handling PrecautionsCleaning Storage Battery Pack Handling Precautions About the battery terminal coverTreat the battery pack with care 142 Cassette Handling Precautions Memory CardProtecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure 143 Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery Video HeadsCondensation Condensation may form in the following cases Using the Camcorder Abroad Power SourcesPlayback on a TV Screen 145 Troubleshooting Power SourceRecording/Playback Recording Playback OthersAbout the LCD screen 147 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area 148 149 Optional Accessories 150 151 152 FU-2000 Color Viewfinder Unit Specifications 153System Memory Card Power/Others 154Lens CA-920 Compact Power Adapter BP-950G Battery Pack155 Knee 157 User bit Canon Europa N.V