About the Side Panel Indications | Canon XL H1A, XL H1S instruction

When an external time code signal is received, the camcorder's own time code will be synchronized to it and the synchronization will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the TC-IN terminal. However, performing any of the following actions while the cable is not connected will cause the time code to lag slightly; the correct time code will be restored once you reconnect the cable.

-Turning the camcorder off/on.

-Changing the position of the dial to or from .

-Changing the position of the / (card/tape) switch.

-Changing the position of the MODE SELECT or FRAME RATE switch.

If the external time code signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the internal time code (according to the [TIME CODE]/[COUNT-UP] settings) will be recorded on the tape instead.

If the external Genlock signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the external time code being recorded on tape may be incorrect.

When the camcorder is set to HD standard, Genlock synchronization is possible even if the external Genlock signal is in SD standard. However, Genlock synchronization will not be possible if the external Genlock signal is in HD standard but the camcorder is set to SD standard.

The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the camcorder is initially set to 0; it can be adjusted within the range of approx. ±0.4H (-1023 to +1023) with the [SIGNAL SETUP] [GENLCK ADJST] setting ( 129).

Genlock synchronization is not possible when the camcorder is set to HD standard and [SDI SPEC.] is set to [SD LOCKED].

About the Side Panel Indications

-“GENLOCK” will flash until the synchronization stabilizes and will stay on once the phase synchronization has stabilized.

-“TC·IN” and “TC·OUT” indicate, respectively, that Time Code IN or Time Code OUT synchronization is available.

-“EXT- LOCK” indicates that the camcorder has locked on to an external time code signal.

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Canon XL H1A, XL H1S instruction manual About the Side Panel Indications

Contents

PAL35 Important Usage Instructions For Users in the UKEuropean Union and EEA only Versatile Artistic Expression Advanced Professional FeaturesXL H1S / XL H1A a Broad Range of Capabilities Ultimate HD Quality Operating modes About this ManualConventions Used in this Manual Trademark Acknowledgements About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications Contents External Connections Checking the Supplied Accessories Left side view Dial Components Guide Viewfinder unit/Microphone unit HD 20x L is III lens Left side view Right side view Introduction Using tripods Front view Back viewAbout the Terminal Top view Introduction WL-D5000 Wireless Controller Remove the battery pack after use Preparing the Power SupplyCharging the Battery Pack Attaching the Battery Pack Using a Household Power Outlet About the Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryTurn the dial to OFF Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder DV Maximum Recording Time Battery Pack Charging, Recording and Playback Times HDV Maximum Recording Time 140 min 205 min 290 min 400 min Detaching the Viewfinder Unit Preparing the CamcorderAttaching and Detaching the Color Viewfinder Unit Attaching the Color Viewfinder Unit Detach the eye cup as shown in the illustration Attaching and Detaching the Eye CupAttaching the Eye Cup Detaching the Eye Cup Forward/Backward Adjustment Adjusting the Position of the ViewfinderDioptric Adjustment Right/Left Adjustment Press the lock release button and open the eyepiece adapter Adjusting the ViewfinderUsing the Viewfinder as LCD Panel Press the Menu button to close the menu Attaching the Microphone Unit Fastening the Grip BeltAttaching the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Adapter Holder Preparing the Lens Mounting the LensRemoving the Lens Check that the exposure conditions are appropriate Attaching the Lens HoodPreparations Tighten the lock screw AF Adjustment MF AdjustmentResetting the flange back adjustments Inserting the Batteries Using the Wireless Controller Loading/Removing a Cassette Load/remove the cassetteClose the cassette compartment cover Inserting/Removing a Memory Card Inserting the CardRemoving the Card Selecting Menus and Settings Changing Settings with the Menu Button Displaying the Date and Time while Recording Date/Time and Language SettingsSetting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time Setting the Date and Time Changing the Display Language Changing the Date Format Before You Begin Recording When You Have Finished RecordingRecording Recording Standby Button Power Saving MechanismsPower Save Function Low-angle Recording Screen Displays while Recording Reviewing the Recording Selecting the On-Screen DisplaysPress and release the record review button Change the position of the Mode Select switch Selecting the Signal Standard and Aspect Ratio Press the END Search button Locating the End of the Last Scene Zoom Speed Zoom Speed switchCustom function Zoom Speed setting Zooming Move the Position Preset ON/SET switch to on Zoom Preset lenses with zoom preset functionPresetting the Zoom Returning to the Preset Zoom Position Temporary Focus Override Adjusting the FocusPush AF using the HD 20x L is III lens Autofocus Operate the zoom to reframe the subject Turn the focus ring to adjust the focusManual focus Zoom in to telephoto Magnifying Record pause, press the EVF Magnifying button Using the Focus Assist Functions Peaking and Magnifying Returning to the Preset Focus position Focus Preset lenses with focus preset functionPresetting the Focus Setting the Focus Preset Speed Macro Shooting Focus Limit Screen display What it means What you should do Using the ND Filter Lenses with built-in ND filter Selecting the Frame Rate 50i Mode25F Mode Set the Frame Rate switch to the desired position Close the menu Setting the Time CodeSelect SET Set the time code’s initial value Time Code Connection DiagramSynchronizing the Camcorder’s Time Code Genlock About the Side Panel Indications Setting the User Bit Displaying the User BitRecording an External User Bit Selecting the Sensitivity of the Front Microphone SD Selecting the DV Audio ModeUsing the Wind Screen Audio Recording Recording Audio Using the Front MicrophoneUsing the XLR terminals Set the Input Select switch to Front MIC Manual Audio Adjustment Adjusting the Audio Recording LevelHiding/Displaying the Audio Level Indicator Automatic Audio Adjustment Embedded Audio Image Stabilizer Lenses with image stabilization function Set the Stabilizer ON/OFF switch to OFF Using the Programmed AE Modes Press the lock button and turn the dial Available controls/functions by programmed AE modeEasy Recording Selecting the Programmed AE ModesPage Select the shutter speed with the Shutter or button Recording in Manual ModeAvailable settings Set the dial to M Press the Push AE button and hold it pressed down Push AE 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 Set the dial to , Tv or Av Press the EXP. Lock button Adjusting the ExposureAE Shift Exposure Lock Gain Fine Tuning GainSelecting the Gain Level Press the White Balance button Selecting the White Balance SettingSetting the Color Temperature White Balance Recording with a Custom White Balance Previously Set Setting a Custom White Balance 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 Following functions can be assigned to the custom keys Default settingsTo check the current custom key settings Custom Keys Activating the Functions with the Custom Key Changing the Custom Keys Setting MAGN.B.LOCK MAGN. Button Lock Audio Level Audio Level IndicatorEVF BW Mode Viewfinder’s B&W mode TC Hold Time Code Hold SDI Output SDI Output CP Bkwd KEY Custom Preset Backward KeyFB Flange Back Adjustment Flip EVF Flip EVF Press the Start/Stop button Color Bars/Audio Reference SignalFaders Press the BARS/FADE ON/OFF button Video Signal Output Standards Standard of Video Output while RecordingStandard of Video Output during Playback Displaying the Viewfinders Screen on an External Monitor Connecting to a Monitor/TV Connection to a High Definition Monitor or Hdtv Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal Using the Component OUT Terminal Using the HDV/DV TerminalExternal Connections Connection to a Standard Definition TV or Monitor Using the Video IN/OUT or S-Video IN/OUT Terminal Using the Scart Adapter Selecting the Audio Monitor Audio OutputSelecting the Audio Channel Selecting the Audio Output Level AUD.M.SET If the button was pressed while the camcorder was recording Digital Video Control HDV/DV Analog Line-InPress the button to stop recording Copyright Precaution Copyright SignalsConcerning Copyright Connecting to a Computer Custom Preset Parameters Custom Preset Settings Customization Changing Custom Preset ParametersSelect Edit from the column on the left From the bottom bar, select Tune Renaming a Custom Preset File Protecting a Custom Preset FileResetting a Custom Preset File Press the Custom Preset Select button Activating the Custom Preset SettingsCopying a Custom Preset File to the Memory Card Reading a Custom Preset File from the Memory Card Reading a Custom Preset File from a Still Image BLK Black Stretch/Black Press KNE Knee Point AdjustmentSET Setup Level GAM Gamma Curve DHV Horizontal/Vertical Detail Balance CPH Color PhaseSHP Sharpness HDF Horizontal Detail Frequency RGM R-G Matrix RGN R GainGGN G Gain BGN B Gain Changing the Custom Function Settings Customized Functions100 Reading a Custom Function File from the Memory Card Resetting a Custom Function FileActivating a Custom Function File Copying a Custom Function File to the Memory Card Custom Function 102 103 List of Custom Functions and Setting OptionsShcklss WB/GN Shockless White Balance/Gain Zoom Ring Ctrl Zoom Ring Control Buttons OPER.2 Buttons Operation 2/2 Zoom Speed Zoom SpeedFocus Ring Ctrl Focus Ring Control Buttons OPER.1 Buttons Operation 1/2 15 1kHz Tone 1 kHz Reference Audio Signal 11 F.AST BW-MOD Focus Assist Function B&W Display ModeZoom Indicator Zoom Indicator Display Color Bars Color Bars Signal Copying a Custom Display File to the Memory Card Changing the Custom Display SettingsResetting a Custom Display File Customized On-Screen Displays Reading a Custom Display File from the Memory Card List of Custom Display Items and Setting Options Tape Remainder Remaining Time on the Tape Battery Battery-Related DisplaysWireless Remote Wireless Remote Display Tape Tape-Related Icons and Displays 109 Rewind playback / fast forward playback Playing Back a TapeSpecial Playback Modes Playback pause Slow reverse / slow forward Frame advanceSlow forward Frame reverse / frame advance Stop the playback Rewind the tape Returning to a Pre-marked PositionIndex Search 112 Displaying the Data Code Date SearchData Code Selecting the Data Code Change the custom function Wireless Remote Remote Sensor ModeTo change the remote sensor mode of the camcorder To change the remote sensor mode of the wireless controller Changing the Still Image Size Using a Memory CardSelecting the Still Image Quality/Size Changing the Still Image Quality 116 File Numbers Recording Still Images on a Memory Card 117Press the Photo button fully Capturing a Still Image from a Tape If Camera Setup Focus PRI. is set to on If Camera Setup Focus PRI. is set to OFF About the Power Save function Reviewing a Still Image right after Recording Screen Displays during Still Image Recording119 Auto Exposure Bracketing Drive ModeChanging the Drive Mode Continuous Shooting/High-Speed Continuous Shooting 121 Metering Mode 122 Using an Optional FlashConnecting a Speedlite Flash Using the Flash 123 Playing Back Still Images from a Memory CardSlideshow Index Screen Press and hold the + or button Image Jump FunctionDisplaying the Recording Data 124 125 Erasing Still imagesErasing a Single Still Image Erasing All Images 126 Protecting Still imagesProtecting a Single Still Image Protecting Still Images from the Index Screen 127 Initializing a Memory Card Erasing All Print Orders Print Order SettingsSetting Print Orders from the Index Screen Selecting Still Images for Printing Print Order Additional Information Menu Options and Default SettingsPlayback STD Setting Being played back 129 130 „ Camera Setup 131 „ Audio Setup 132 „ Display Setup 133 „ System SETUP/ 134 „ Custom Preset Submenu Customize Custom Preset „ Custom Function Submenu Customize Custom Function 135 „ Custom Displays 136 137 Settings Memorized and Retained Screen Displays Screen Displays during Recording138 Screen Displays during Playback 139Side panel Message Explanation 140 Storage Maintenance/OthersCamcorder Handling Precautions Cleaning 142 Battery Pack Handling PrecautionsAbout the battery terminal cover Treat the battery pack with care 143 Cassette Handling PrecautionsMemory Card Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure Condensation may form in the following cases Built-in Rechargeable Lithium BatteryVideo Heads Condensation 145 Using the Camcorder AbroadPower Sources Playback on a TV Screen Recording TroubleshootingPower Source Recording/Playback 147 PlaybackOthers About the LCD screen 148 System Diagram Availability differs from area to area 149 150 Optional Accessories 151 FU-2000 Color Viewfinder Unit 152 Memory Card Specifications153 System Power/Others 154Lens CA-920 Compact Power Adapter BP-950G Battery Pack155 Knee User bit 157 Canon Europa N.V