Cannon Camcorder XL2 User Manual
PUB. DIE-211  
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER  
English  
Instruction Manual  
Introduction  
Preparation  
Recording  
Playback  
Editing  
Digital  
Video  
Cassette  
Mini  
Additional  
Information  
PAL  
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Using this Manual  
Thank you for purchasing the Canon XL2. Please read this manual carefully before you use the  
camcorder and retain it for future reference.  
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Symbols and References Used in This Manual  
❍
❍
❍
: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.  
: Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.  
: Reference page number.  
❍ Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller.  
❍ [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.  
❍ The supplied 20× L IS Zoom Lens XL 5.4-108 mm is referred to as “20× L IS Lens”.  
❍ The illustrations show the camcorder attached with the 20× L IS Lens.  
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time  
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have  
replaced the backup battery.  
Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time  
Operating modes  
SYSTEM  
T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS  
(
24)  
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.  
2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial.  
3. Turn the SET dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the SET dial.  
Menu item showing at its default position  
The time zone setting appears (see table on the next page). The default setting is Paris.  
4. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press  
the SET dial.  
To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the U next to the area.  
Setting the Date and Time  
❍ Available functions depend on the operating mode and are indicated as follows:  
: Function can be used in this mode.  
: Function cannot be used in this mode.  
Trademark Acknowledgements  
• Canon is a registered trademarks of Canon Inc.  
• D is a trademark.  
• m is a trademark.  
• Windows® is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States  
and/or other countries.  
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their  
respective companies.  
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Contents  
Introduction  
Important Usage Instructions ..............................................................................................................................2  
Using this Manual ................................................................................................................................................3  
Checking Supplied Accessories ............................................................................................................................6  
Components Guide ..............................................................................................................................................7  
Preparation  
Preparing the Power Supply ..............................................................................................................................11  
Installing the Backup Battery ............................................................................................................................14  
Preparing the Camcorder ..................................................................................................................................15  
Preparing the Lens..............................................................................................................................................20  
Using the Wireless Controller ............................................................................................................................22  
Loading/Unloading a Cassette ..........................................................................................................................23  
Menus and Settings............................................................................................................................................24  
Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time ............................................................................................................28  
Recording  
Recording ............................................................................................................................................................30  
End Search ..........................................................................................................................................................35  
Zooming ..............................................................................................................................................................36  
Adjusting the Focus............................................................................................................................................38  
Using the ND Filter (Lenses with Built-in ND Filter) ........................................................................................41  
Selecting the Frame Rate ..................................................................................................................................42  
Recording in 16:9 Mode ....................................................................................................................................43  
Setting the Time Code........................................................................................................................................44  
Setting the User Bit ............................................................................................................................................45  
Audio Recording ................................................................................................................................................46  
Image Stabilizer (Lenses Equipped with Image Stabilizer)..............................................................................50  
Using the Programmed AE Modes ....................................................................................................................51  
Recording in the Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode ....................................................................................................54  
Recording in the Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode ................................................................................................55  
Recording in the Manual Mode ........................................................................................................................56  
Adjusting the Exposure......................................................................................................................................57  
Using AE Shift ....................................................................................................................................................58  
Adjusting the Gain ............................................................................................................................................59  
Setting the White Balance ................................................................................................................................60  
Using the Zebra Pattern ....................................................................................................................................62  
Using the Skin Detail Function ..........................................................................................................................63  
Using the Custom Preset ....................................................................................................................................64  
Using Clear Scan for Recording Computer Screens..........................................................................................69  
Using the Custom Keys ......................................................................................................................................70  
Using the Film Grain Effect................................................................................................................................73  
Recording Colour Bars/Audio Reference Signal ..............................................................................................74  
Recording with the Interval Timer ....................................................................................................................75  
Recording with the Self-Timer ..........................................................................................................................77  
Using the DV Control ........................................................................................................................................78  
Other Camcorder Functions/Settings ................................................................................................................79  
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Playback  
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Playing Back a Tape............................................................................................................................................81  
Playing Back on a TV Screen..............................................................................................................................83  
Audio Output......................................................................................................................................................86  
Returning to a Pre-Marked Position ................................................................................................................87  
Index Search........................................................................................................................................................88  
Date Search ........................................................................................................................................................89  
Displaying the Data Code ..................................................................................................................................90  
Changing the Remote Sensor Mode ................................................................................................................92  
Editing  
Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device ....................................................................................................93  
Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder) ....................................................................94  
Recording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing) ......................................................................................95  
Converting Analog Signals into Digital Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)..................................................97  
Connecting to a Computer Using a DV (IEEE1394) Cable................................................................................99  
Additional Information  
Settings Retained at Power Off or STANDBY Mode ......................................................................................100  
Screen Displays..................................................................................................................................................102  
List of Messages................................................................................................................................................105  
Maintenance/Others ........................................................................................................................................106  
Troubleshooting................................................................................................................................................111  
System Diagram ..............................................................................................................................................113  
Optional Accessories ........................................................................................................................................114  
Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................117  
Index..................................................................................................................................................................119  
Audio Block Diagram ......................................................................................................................................120  
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Checking Supplied Accessories  
CA-920 Compact Power  
Adapter  
DC-920 DC Coupler  
BP-930 Battery Pack  
Microphone Unit  
PC-A10 SCART Aapter*  
Lens Hood  
Lithium Button Battery  
CR2025  
WL-D4000 Wireless  
Controller  
Two AAA (R03) Batteries Colour Viewfinder  
Camcorder Dust Cap  
SS-1000 Shoulder Strap  
Adapter Holder  
STV-150 Stereo Video  
Cable  
S-150 S-video Cable  
20× L IS Zoom Lens XL 5.4-  
108 mm (with soft case)  
Lens Cap  
Lens Dust Cap  
* Not supplied in Oceania and China.  
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Components Guide  
XL2  
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Viewfinder locking screw  
(
15)  
Eye cup ( 16)  
INPUT SELECT switch  
(CH3, CH4) ( 48)  
Advanced Accessory shoe  
48)  
(
Microphone locking  
screw ( 18)  
REC LEVEL switch  
(CH3, CH4) ( 49)  
Viewfinder cable ( 15)  
CH3/CH4 dials ( 49)  
Stereo microphone  
(
18)  
REC CH SELECT switch  
(CH1, CH2) ( 47)  
FRONT MIC ATT. Switch  
(CH1, CH2) ( 47)  
CH1/CH2 dials ( 49)  
Focus ring ( 38)  
INPUT SELECT switch  
(CH1, CH2) ( 47)  
REC LEVEL switch  
(CH1, CH2) ( 49)  
Power indicator  
LIGHT button ( 7)  
Lens hood ( 21)  
AUDIO MONITOR button ( 49, 86)  
Zoom ring ( 36)  
EXP. LOCK button ( 57)  
ASPECT RATIO switch ( 43)  
END SEARCH button ( 35)  
LENS RELEASE switch ( 20)  
MENU button ( 24)  
FRAME RATE switch ( 42)  
IRIS/SET dial ( 24, 55)  
LIGHT Button  
Press the LIGHT button to illuminate the side  
panel for approximately 10 seconds. If you press  
and hold the button for at least 3 seconds, the  
panel remains illuminated until you press the  
button once more to turn the backlight off.  
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CUSTOM KEYS ( 70)  
EJECT switch ( 23)  
CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button ( 66)  
CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button ( 66)  
EVF DISPLAY button ( 33)  
S-video  
terminal  
Remote sensor  
AE SHIFT dial ( 58)  
(
22, 92)  
(
83)  
Microphone cable ( 18)  
Tally lamp ( 79)  
FRONT MIC terminals ( 18)  
Screw hole for  
adapter holder ( 19)  
Video  
terminal (BNC)  
Tally lamp ( 79) /  
Remote sensor ( 22, 92)  
(
85)  
RCA/BNC  
selector  
(
84)  
Video  
terminal  
(RCA) ( 85)  
Zoom speed dial ( 36)  
Grip zoom lever ( 36)  
AUDIO 2  
RCA terminals  
(
48)  
Remote sensor ( 22, 92)  
ZOOM SPEED switch ( 36)  
AUDIO 1  
RCA terminals  
(
47)  
Start/stop button ( 30)  
XLR input  
terminals  
(
47, 48)  
Screw holes for  
adapter holder ( 19)  
Lens hood locking screw  
21)  
Battery attachment unit ( 11) /  
serial number  
(
BATT. RELEASE button ( 11)  
Cassette compartment ( 23)  
Grip belt ( 19)  
Tripod socket*  
Backup battery compartment  
14)  
(
* Do not use tripods with fastening screws longer than 5.5 mm as it may damage the camcorder.  
About the m Terminal  
m (LANC) stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The m terminal allows you to connect and control  
connected devices.  
❍ Connect only devices with the m mark to the m terminal.  
❍ Operation cannot be guaranteed for connections with devices not bearing the m mark.  
❍ Some buttons of connected devices may not operate or may operate differently than the buttons on the  
camcorder.  
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LOCK lever ( 31)  
START/STOP button  
31)  
a (pause) button ( 81)  
3 (stop) button ( 81)  
(
` (rewind) button ( 81)  
2 button ( 94, 95)  
Handle zoom lever  
36)  
(
Dioptric adjustment  
lever ( 17)  
1 (fast forward) button  
(
81)  
Strap mount ( 19)  
Viewfinder ( 15-18)  
e (play) button ( 81)  
Strap mount ( 19)  
Colour  
viewfinder  
socket ( 15)  
Lock release button  
(
17)  
PHONES LEVEL dial  
Lock lever ( 16)  
H (phones) terminal  
ND filter unlock button  
(
41)  
STABILIZER ON/OFF switch  
DV terminal ( 95, 99)  
(
50)  
m terminal  
POSITION PRESET switch  
37, 39)  
(
+48V switch ( 47, 48)  
MIC ATT. switch ( 47, 48)  
e AF switch ( 38)/  
POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch  
37, 39)  
(
ND filter operating ring ( 41)  
Focus selector ( 39)  
FU-1000 Monochrome  
Viewfinder Socket ( 115)  
POWER dial ( 51)  
Side panel ( 104)  
STANDBY button ( 31)  
REC SEARCH +  
button ( 34, 81)  
WHITE BALANCE W button  
60)  
REC SEARCH – /  
(
c (record review) button  
(
34, 81)  
WHITE BALANCE dial  
60)  
(
BARS/F.GRAIN  
SELECT button ( 73, 74)  
GAIN dial ( 57)  
External control mode  
VCR mode  
Power off  
BARS/F.GRAIN  
ON/OFF button ( 73, 74)  
SHUTTER r button ( 54)  
SHUTTER t button ( 54)  
Auto  
Shutter-Priority  
Aperture-Priority  
Manual  
Recording  
programs  
Spotlight  
Low Light mode  
Easy Recording  
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WL-D4000 Wireless Controller  
TV SCREEN button ( 102)  
START/STOP button ( 30)  
Transmitter  
Zoom buttons ( 36)  
AUDIO MONITOR button  
(
49, 86)  
DATA CODE button ( 90)  
SELF TIMER button ( 77)  
ZERO SET MEMORY button ( 87)  
MENU button ( 24)  
Select buttons ( 24)  
MIX BALANCE buttons ( 86)  
INDEX WRITE button ( 71)  
SET button ( 24)  
REC PAUSE button ( 94, 95)  
AV DV button ( 98)  
SEARCH SELECT button ( 88, 89)  
-/+ buttons ( 88, 89)  
REW` button ( 81)  
END SEARCH button ( 35)  
FF1 button ( 81)  
button ( 81)  
button ( 81)  
REMOTE SET button ( 92)  
button ( 81)  
SLOW button ( 81)  
PLAYe button ( 81)  
STOP3 button ( 81)  
PAUSEa button ( 81)  
Jog/Shuttle dial ( 82)  
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Preparing the Power Supply  
Charging the Battery Pack  
Disconnect the DC coupler from the power adapter before charging. Remove the terminal cover of the  
battery pack.  
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1. Connect the power cord to the adapter.  
2. Plug the power cord into a power  
outlet.  
3. Attach the battery pack to the adapter.  
• Press lightly and slide it in the direction of the  
arrow until it clicks.  
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• The CHARGE indicator starts flashing. It glows  
steadily when charging is complete.  
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4. When charging is complete, remove the  
battery pack from the adapter.  
CHARGE indicator  
5. Unplug the power cord from the power  
outlet and disconnect it from the adapter.  
Attaching the Battery Pack  
1. Turn the POWER dial to OFF.  
2. Attach the battery pack to the  
camcorder.  
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Press lightly and slide it in the direction of the  
arrow until it clicks.  
3. Remove the battery pack after use.  
Press the BATT. RELEASE button to remove the  
battery.  
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Using a Household Power Source  
1. Turn the POWER dial to OFF.  
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2. Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder.  
Press lightly and slide it in the direction of the  
arrow until it clicks.  
3. Connect the power cord to the power  
adapter.  
4. Plug the power cord into a power  
outlet.  
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5. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter.  
6. Detach the DC coupler after use.  
Press the BATT. RELEASE button to detach the  
DC coupler.  
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❍ Disconnect the DC coupler from the power adapter when charging a battery pack.  
❍ Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the power adapter.  
❍ If the adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the adapter away from  
the TV or the aerial cable.  
❍ Do not connect any products that are not expressly recommended to the power adapter.  
❍ When the power adapter or battery pack is defective, the CHARGE indicator turns off, and  
charging stops.  
❍ The CHARGE indicator informs you about the charge status.  
0-50%:  
50-75%:  
Flashes once every second  
Flashes twice every second  
More than 75%: Flashes 3 times every second  
100%:  
Glows steadily  
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❍ Charging, Recording and Playback Times  
Below times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playback  
conditions.  
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Battery Pack  
BP-930  
BP-945  
Charging Time with the CA-920  
145 min. 220 min.  
155 min. 230 min.  
With 20×  
Maximum Recording Time  
With supplied  
colour viewfinder  
L IS Lens  
With optional FU-1000  
Monochrome Viewfinder  
120 min. 185 min.  
Typical Recording Time*  
Maximum Recording Time  
Typical Recording Time*  
With supplied  
colour viewfinder  
90 min.  
65 min.  
135 min.  
100 min.  
With optional FU-1000  
Monochrome Viewfinder  
With 16×  
Manual Zoom  
Lens  
With supplied  
colour viewfinder  
185 min. 280 min.  
135 min. 205 min.  
105 min. 160 min.  
With optional FU-1000  
Monochrome Viewfinder  
With supplied  
colour viewfinder  
With optional FU-1000  
Monochrome Viewfinder  
75 min.  
115 min.  
Playback Time  
235 min. 360 min.  
* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, power on/off.  
Actual time may be shorter.  
❍ We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 ˚C and 30 ˚C. Outside the  
temperature range of 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C, the CHARGE indicator turns off, and charging stops.  
❍ A lithium ion battery pack can be charged at any charge state. Unlike conventional battery packs,  
you do not need to completely use or discharge it before charging.  
❍ We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might  
need.  
❍ To conserve battery power, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode.  
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Installing the Backup Battery  
The backup battery (lithium button battery CR2025) allows the camcorder to retain date, time (  
28)  
and other camcorder settings while the power source is disconnected. Connect a power source to the  
camcorder when replacing the backup battery to retain the settings.  
1. Open the backup battery cover.  
Screw the cover to the left (use, for example, a  
coin).  
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2. Insert the backup battery with the + side  
facing outward.  
3. Close the cover.  
Align the mark on the cover with the lower mark  
on the camcorder and screw the cover to the  
right until it clicks.  
WARNING!  
• The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not  
recharge, disassemble, heat above 100 °C or incinerate the battery.  
• Replace the battery with a CR2025 made by Panasonic, Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Sanyo, or with Duracell  
DL2025. Use of other batteries may present a risk of fire or explosion.  
• The used battery should be returned to the supplier for safe disposal.  
❍ Do not pick up the battery using tweezers or other metal tools as this will cause a short circuit.  
❍ Wipe the battery with a clean dry cloth to ensure proper contact.  
❍ Keep the battery out of reach of children. If it is swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately.  
The battery case may break, and the battery fluids may damage stomach and intestines.  
❍ Do not disassemble, heat or immerse the battery in water to avoid the risk of explosion.  
The backup battery has a life span of about a year. “j” flashes in red to inform you that it needs to  
be replaced.  
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Preparing the Camcorder  
Attaching and Detaching the Colour Viewfinder Unit  
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Attaching the Colour Viewfinder Unit  
1. Slide the viewfinder unit onto the  
bracket and tighten the locking screw.  
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2. Connect the viewfinder cable to the  
upper socket of the camcorder body.  
3. Hook the viewfinder cable onto the  
cable clamp.  
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Detaching the Viewfinder Unit  
1. Detach the viewfinder cable.  
2. Loosen the locking screw and slide the viewfinder unit off the bracket.  
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Detaching and Attaching the Eye Cup  
You can change the position of the eye cup for use with either the left or right eye. Detach and  
reattach the eye cup for use with the left eye.  
Detaching the Eye Cup  
Detach the eye cup as shown in the  
illustration.  
Attaching the Eye Cup  
Align the hole for the dioptric adjustment lever with the lever, and pull the eye cup into  
position.  
Right eye use  
Left eye use  
Adjusting the Position of the Viewfinder  
The viewfinder position can be changed (right/left, forward/backward).  
Right/Left Adjustment  
Forward/Backward Adjustment  
Loosen the locking screw, move the viewfinder to  
the right/left and tighten the screw.  
Loosen the locking lever, move the viewfinder  
forward/backward and tighten the lever.  
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Using the Viewfinder as LCD Panel  
You can use the viewfinder as LCD panel by opening the eyepiece adapter.  
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Press the lock release button and open the  
eyepiece adapter.  
Make sure to close the eyepiece adapter when you are not using the viewfinder as LCD panel.  
The screen is slightly brighter when you open the eyepiece adapter.  
Dioptric Adjustment  
Turn on the camcorder and adjust the  
dioptric adjustment lever.  
Prevent direct sunlight getting in the viewfinder. The viewfinder LCD may become damaged due to  
concentration of the light by the lens. Pay special attention when mounting the camcorder on a  
tripod, or during transportation.  
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Adjusting the Viewfinder  
You can adjust the brightness, contrast, colour and sharpness of the viewfinder. These adjustments will  
not affect the picture of your recording.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
EVF SETUP  
BRIGHTNESS•••  
CONTRAST•••••  
COLOR••••••••  
SHARPNESS••••  
(
24)  
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.  
2. Turn the SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the SET dial.  
3. Turn the SET dial to select [EVF SETUP] and press the SET dial.  
4. Turn the SET dial to select [BRIGHTNESS], [CONTRAST], [COLOR], or [SHARPNESS] and  
press the SET dial.  
5. Turn the SET dial up or down to adjust the setting and press the SET dial.  
6. Press the MENU button to close the menu.  
Attaching the Microphone Unit  
1. Loosen the microphone locking screw on  
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the viewfinder unit, open the  
microphone clamp and insert the  
microphone into the microphone clamp.  
2. Align the mark on the microphone with  
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the mark on the clamp and tighten the  
screw.  
3. Plug the microphone cable to the  
camcorder’s FRONT MIC terminals.  
When using a microphone other than the supplied one, attach it to the advanced accessory shoe.  
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Fastening the Grip Belt  
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Hold the camcorder with your right hand  
and adjust the belt with your left.  
Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom  
lever with your index and middle finger, and the  
start/stop button with your thumb.  
Attaching the Shoulder Strap  
Pass the ends through the strap mount  
and adjust the length of the strap.  
Be careful not to drop the camcorder when adjusting the strap.  
Attaching the Adapter Holder  
Attach the adapter holder to use the optional CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder or a commercially  
available wireless microphone receiver.  
1. Attach the adapter holder and secure it  
Support bars  
by tightening the screws.  
Stop lever  
2. Adjust the position of the support bars.  
When using the optional CH-910, hook it onto  
the support bars and secure it with the stop  
lever. To detach the CH-910, press the stop lever  
in the direction of the arrow and pull it off the  
support bars.  
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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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Attaching the Lens Hood  
Attach the lens hood to shade the lens from stray light and to protect the lens.  
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1. Place the lens hood on the front of the  
lens and screw it clockwise until the  
Canon logo appears on top.  
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• Be careful not to deform the lens hood.  
• Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with  
the thread.  
2. Tighten the locking screw.  
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Using the Wireless Controller  
Point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor  
when you press the buttons.  
The camcorder has three remote sensors, two at the  
front and one at the back.  
Inserting Batteries  
The wireless controller operates with two AAA  
(R03) batteries.  
1. Open the battery cover.  
2. Insert the batteries following the + and  
– markings.  
3. Close the battery cover.  
❍ Camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes (  
92). If the  
wireless controller does not work, check if camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same  
mode.  
❍ When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be  
operated in very close range, replace the batteries. Make sure to replace both batteries at the  
same time.  
❍ The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is subjected to strong light  
sources or direct sunlight.  
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Loading/Unloading a Cassette  
Use only videocassettes marked with the D logo.  
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1. Slide the EJECT switch to open the  
cassette compartment cover.  
The cassette compartment opens automatically.  
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2. Load/unload the cassette.  
• Load the cassette with the window facing  
outward.  
• Unload the cassette by pulling it straight out.  
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3. Press the  
mark on the cassette  
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compartment until it clicks.  
4. Wait for the cassette compartment to  
retract automatically and close the  
cassette compartment cover.  
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❍ Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically, or  
attempt to close the cover before the cassette compartment has fully retracted.  
❍ Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment cover.  
If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be loaded/unloaded even if the  
POWER dial is set to OFF.  
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Menus and Settings  
Many of the camcorder’s functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen.  
SET dial  
MENU button  
Selecting Menus and Settings  
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.  
2. Turn the SET dial to select a submenu and press the SET dial.  
3. Turn the SET dial to select a menu item and press the SET dial.  
4. Turn the SET dial to select a setting option and press the SET dial.  
5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.  
❍ Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu.  
❍ Items that are not available appear in purple.  
❍ You may find it more convenient to use the wireless controller to operate the menu. Press the  
MENU button on the wireless controller to open or close the menu. Use the select buttons in place  
of the SET dial and press the SET button in place of pressing the SET dial.  
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Menu and Default Settings  
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Default settings are shown in boldface.  
CAMERA MENU  
Submenu  
TIME CODE  
Menu Item  
COUNT-UP  
Setting Options  
REC-RUN, REC-RUN PS., FREE-RUN  
44  
62  
63  
START VALUE  
ZEBRA  
SET, RESET  
ON, OFF  
80, 85, 90, 95, 100  
HUE  
CAMERA SETUP  
ZEBRA LEVEL  
SKIN D.SET  
CHROMA  
AREA  
Y LEVEL  
SKIN DETAIL  
OFF, HIGH , MIDDLE , LOW  
ZOOM HANDLE  
F SPEED PSET*  
CLEAR SCAN  
SELF TIMER  
LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH  
LOW, MIDDLE, HIGH  
36  
40  
69  
77  
75  
ON , OFF  
ON, OFF  
30sec, 1min, 5min, 10min  
0.5sec, 1sec, 1.5sec, 2sec  
SEL PRESET  
/CLEAR  
INTERVAL T.  
INTERVAL  
INT. REC TIME  
PRESET SETUP  
CUSTOM PRESET  
1 PRESET_A, 2 PRESET_B, 3 PRESET_C 66  
CANCEL, PROTECT , CLEAR  
NORMAL, CINE  
GAMMA  
KNEE  
HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW  
BLACK  
STRETCH, MIDDLE, PRESS  
NORMAL, CINE  
COLOR MATRIX  
COLOR GAIN  
COLOR PHASE  
R GAIN  
G GAIN  
B GAIN  
V DETAIL  
NORMAL, LOW  
SHARPNESS  
CORING  
SETUP LEVEL  
MASTER PED.  
NR  
OFF, HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW  
READ PRESET  
SEL PRESET  
SEL POSITION  
SP, LP  
SHUT OFF, VCR STOP  
SET, CLEAR  
1 PRESET_A, 2 PRESET_B, 3 PRESET_C 67  
VCR SETUP  
REC MODE  
79  
31  
45  
POWER SAVE  
USR BIT DATA  
* Can only be selected when a lens with focus preset function is mounted.  
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Submenu  
AUDIO SETUP  
Menu Item  
AUDIO MODE  
1kHz TONE  
Setting Options  
16bit, 12bit CH 1/2 , 12bit CH 1/2 , 3/4  
OFF, -12dB, -20dB  
NORMAL, LINE OUT  
OFF, 12dB  
46  
74  
49  
47  
18  
AUD.M.SET  
R-XLR GAINUP  
EVF SETUP  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
BRIGHTNESS  
CONTRAST  
COLOR  
SHARPNESS  
CENTER MARK  
TV SCREEN  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
OFF, CUSTOM KEYS, D/T DISPLAY  
33  
102  
49  
AUDIO LEVEL  
GUIDE INFO  
29, 70  
LANGUAGE  
ENGLISH,  
,
80  
80  
45  
71  
DATE FORMAT  
USR BIT DISP  
CUSTOM KEY 1  
ON, OFF  
SYSTEM  
TIME CODE, INDEX WRITE, ZEBRA, VCR STOP, TV SCREEN,  
ZOOM HANDLE, AUDIO LEVEL, (NONE)  
CUSTOM KEY 2  
TIME CODE, INDEX WRITE, ZEBRA, VCR STOP, TV SCREEN,  
ZOOM HANDLE, AUDIO LEVEL, (NONE)  
WL.REMOTE  
TALLY LAMP  
T.ZONE/DST  
D/TIME SET  
CHAR.REC  
A1, A2, OFF B  
ON, OFF  
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79  
28  
28  
79  
78  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
DV CONTROL  
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VCR MENU  
Submenu  
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Menu Item  
COUNT-UP  
Setting Options  
REC-RUN, REC-RUN PS., FREE-RUN  
TIME CODE  
44  
START VALUE  
REC MODE  
SET, RESET  
SP, LP  
ON, OFF  
SET, CLEAR  
VCR SETUP  
79  
98  
45  
86  
86  
46  
47  
18  
AVaDV  
USR BIT DATA  
SEL AUDIO CH  
MIX SELECT  
AUDIO MODE  
R-XLR GAINUP  
EVF SETUP  
AUDIO SETUP  
CH  
/CH  
, CH  
/CH  
, CH  
/CH  
2/4 2/4  
1/3  
2/4  
1/3  
1/3  
VARIABLE, FIXED  
16bit, 12bit CH  
OFF, 12dB  
BRIGHTNESS  
CONTRAST  
COLOR  
, 12bit CH  
,
1/2  
1/2 3/4  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
SHARPNESS  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF<PLAYBK>  
ON, OFF  
DATE/TIME, CAMERA DATA, CAM.& D/T  
DATE, TIME, DATE & TIME  
ON, OFF  
TV SCREEN  
102  
49  
102  
91  
90  
90  
70  
80  
80  
45  
AUDIO LEVEL  
DISPLAYS  
6SEC.DATE  
DATA CODE  
D/TIME SEL.  
CUSTOM KEYS  
LANGUAGE  
DATE FORMAT  
USR BIT DISP  
CUSTOM KEY 1  
CUSTOM KEY 2  
WL.REMOTE  
TALLY LAMP  
T.ZONE/DST  
D/TIME SET  
ENGLISH,  
,
ON, OFF  
SYSTEM  
TIME CODE, TV SCREEN, DATA CODE, AUDIO LEVEL, (NONE) 71  
TIME CODE, TV SCREEN, DATA CODE, AUDIO LEVEL, (NONE  
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A1, A2, OFF B  
ON, OFF  
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Setting the Time Zone, Date and Time  
Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you have  
replaced the backup battery.  
Setting the Time Zone/Daylight Saving Time  
SYSTEM  
T.ZONE/DST•••PARIS  
(
24)  
1. Press the MENU button to open the menu.  
2. Turn the SET dial to select [SYSTEM] and press the SET dial.  
3. Turn the SET dial to select [T.ZONE/DST] and press the SET dial.  
The time zone setting appears (see table on the next page). The default setting is Paris.  
4. Turn the SET dial to select the setting option that represents your time zone and press  
the SET dial.  
To adjust for daylight saving time, select the time zone with the U next to the area.  
Setting the Date and Time  
D/TIME SET••• 1.JAN.2004  
SYSTEM  
12:00 PM  
(
24)  
5. Turn the SET dial to select [D/TIME SET] and press the SET dial.  
The year display starts flashing.  
6. Turn the SET dial to select the year, and press the SET dial.  
• The next part of the display starts flashing.  
• Set the month, day, hours and minutes in the same way.  
7. Press the MENU button to close the menu and to start the clock.  
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19  
2
18  
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17  
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7
9
10  
15  
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21  
23  
14  
12  
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11  
13  
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3
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6
7
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No.  
No.  
Time zone  
LONDON  
PARIS  
Time zone  
WELLGTN (Wellington)  
SAMOA  
HONOLU. (Honolulu)  
ANCHOR. (Anchorage)  
L.A. (Los Angeles)  
DENVER  
CAIRO  
MOSCOW  
DUBAI  
KARACHI  
DACCA  
CHICAGO  
N.Y. (New York)  
CARACAS  
BANGKOK  
H. KONG (Hong Kong)  
TOKYO  
RIO (Rio de Janeiro)  
FERNAN. (Fernando de Noronha)  
AZORES  
SYDNEY  
SOLOMON  
Once you have set time zone, date and time, you do not need to reset the clock each time you travel  
to another time zone. Just set the time zone to the one of your destination, and the camcorder  
automatically adjusts the clock.  
Displaying Date and Time during Recording  
You can display the date and time in the lower left corner of the screen.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
GUIDE INFO•••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [GUIDE INFO], set it to [D/T  
DISPLAY] and close the menu.  
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Recording  
Before You Begin Recording  
Make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the video  
heads (  
108).  
Recording  
1. Remove the lens cap.  
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2. Press the button and set the POWER dial  
to a recording program.  
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3. Press the start/stop button to begin  
recording.  
• The tally lamp starts flashing, and the REC  
lamp on the viewfinder lights up.  
• Press the start/stop button again to pause  
recording.  
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When You Have Finished Recording  
1. Set the POWER dial to OFF.  
2. Replace the lens cap.  
3. Unload the cassette.  
4. Disconnect the power source.  
❍ Wait until the tape counter stops completely before you start recording.  
❍ When you do not remove the cassette, you can record the next scene without producing any  
noise or blank sections between the recordings even if you turn the camcorder off.  
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Low-angle Recording  
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The carrying handle is equipped with a duplicate  
set of recording and zoom controls, ideal for  
low-angle recording. Slide the LOCK lever to the  
right to prevent accidental operation.  
START/STOP  
button  
LOCK lever  
Zoom lever  
Power Saving Mechanisms  
STANDBY Button  
Pressing the STANDBY button for more than 1 second in record pause or VCR STOP mode activates the  
power save mode (“ENTERING POWER STANDBY” appears). This shuts the power down to the camera  
and VCR sections while maintaining the camera settings. The camcorder retains the settings of  
exposure lock, colour bars and film grain. Press the STANDBY button again to turn the camcorder back  
on.  
Power Save Function  
The camcorder activates the power save function after 5 minutes in record pause mode to protect tape  
and video heads. You have the option to set the camcorder to shut off (SHUT OFF) or to turn off the  
VCR section leaving the camera section turned on (VCR STOP). In VCR STOP mode, the camcorder  
retains camera settings such as aperture and shutter speed, so you can adjust the camera section  
without worrying about the automatic shut-off. The VCR STOP function can also be assigned to a  
custom key (  
70).  
VCR SETUP  
POWER SAVE•••SHUT OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [POWER SAVE], select a setting option and  
close the menu.  
❍ When set to [SHUT OFF]: To turn the camcorder on, press the STANDBY button or set the POWER  
dial to OFF and then back to a recording program.  
❍ When set to [VCR STOP]: To start recording, press the start/stop button. To go into record pause  
mode, use the custom key (  
70).  
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Screen Displays during Recording  
t Recording reminder  
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The camcorder counts from 1 to 10 seconds when  
you start recording. This is helpful to avoid scenes  
that are too short.  
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y Centre marker  
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Use the centre marker to accurately frame subjects  
(
33).  
q Time code  
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Indicates the recording time in hours, minutes,  
seconds and frames (  
44).  
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u
w Remaining tape  
Indicates the remaining time of the tape in minutes.  
“b END” flashes when the tape reaches the end.  
• When the time left is less than 15 seconds, the  
remaining tape time may not appear.  
u SHUTTER lamp  
Lights up when the shutter speed is changed from  
the following:  
50i  
25p  
1/50 of a second  
1/25 of a second  
• Depending on the type of the tape, the indication  
may not be displayed correctly.  
e Remaining battery charge  
i REC lamp  
The battery symbol indicates the charge status of  
the battery pack.  
Lights up during recording.  
The REC lamp starts flashing when the remaining  
tape is less than 5 minutes (it does not flash when  
the remaining tape information is not displayed on  
the screen.)  
• “k” starts flashing in red when the battery  
pack is empty.  
o GAIN lamp  
• When you attach an empty battery pack, the  
power may turn off without displaying “k”.  
• The actual battery charge may not be indicated  
accurately depending on the condition under  
which battery pack and camcorder are used.  
Lights up when the AGC (auto gain control)  
becomes set to –3 dB or +3 dB or higher.  
r When “j” flashes  
“j” flashes in red when the lithium button  
battery is not installed, or when it needs replacing.  
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You can select the amount of information shown on the screen from full, partial or no display.  
The setting changes with each press of the EVF DISPLAY button.  
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Normal screen display  
Audio level indicator, centre marker, recording program, EXP lock, ND filter, custom preset, shutter  
speed, aperture, AE shift, gain, white balance, skin detail, warning, date/time*  
Date/time*  
No display  
* When [GUIDE INFO] is set to [D/T DISPLAY].  
Displaying the Centre Marker  
Use the centre marker to accurately frame subjects.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
CENTER MARK••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [CENTER MARK], set it to [ON] and  
close the menu.  
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Reviewing and Searching when Recording  
REC SEARCH + button  
REC SEARCH – button/ v (record review) button  
Record Review  
In record pause mode, this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording to  
check if it has been recorded properly.  
Press and release the c (record review) button.  
The camcorder rewinds the tape, plays back the last few seconds, and returns to record pause mode.  
Record Search  
In record pause mode, this function allows you to play back the tape (forward or reverse) to locate the  
point where you wish to begin recording.  
Press and hold the REC SEARCH + button (forward) or – button (reverse).  
• Release the button at the point you wish to begin recording.  
• The camcorder returns to record pause mode.  
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End Search  
You can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene.  
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END SEARCH button  
Press the END SEARCH button.  
• ”END SEARCH“ appears.  
• The camcorder rewinds/fast forwards the tape, plays back the last few seconds of the recording and stops  
the tape.  
• Pressing the button again cancels the search.  
❍ End search cannot be used once you unload the cassette.  
❍ End search may not work properly if a blank section exists on the tape.  
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Zooming  
You can operate the zoom from either the side grip or the carrying handle. You can also use the zoom  
ring on the zoom lens or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller.  
Zoom lever  
Zoom buttons  
Zoom ring  
ZOOM SPEED switch  
Move the zoom lever toward W to zoom out (wide-angle). Move it toward T to zoom in  
(telephoto).  
About the Variable Zoom Speeds  
Zoom lever on the side grip:  
When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to CONSTANT, the zoom speed is constant. However, you can  
change the zoom speed with the dial above (a number indicating the level is displayed next to the  
zoom indicator).  
When the ZOOM SPEED switch is set to VARIABLE, the zoom speed is linked to how hard you move the  
zoom lever.  
Zoom speed with 20× L IS Lens (from wide-angle to telephoto):  
CONSTANT:  
Level 1: approx. 60 seconds  
Level 16: approx. 3.5 seconds  
Up to approx. 10 seconds  
VARIABLE:  
Zoom speed varies depending on the lens.  
Zoom lever on the carrying handle:  
You can select the zoom speed from low, middle and high.  
CAMERA SETUP  
ZOOM HANDLE••MIDDLE  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [ZOOM HANDLE], select the zoom  
speed and close the menu.  
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Zoom ring:  
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The zoom speed is linked to the speed you turn the zoom ring.  
Zoom buttons on the wireless controller:  
The zoom speed is constant and cannot be adjusted.  
Zoom Preset (Lenses Equipped with the Zoom Preset Function)  
This function enables any given zoom setting to be memorised and to return to the zoom setting  
instantly.  
POSITION PRESET switch  
POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch  
Presetting the Zoom  
1. Set the POSITION PRESET switch to ZOOM.  
2. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to SET.  
The preset zoom position appears in yellow on the zoom indicator.  
Returning to the Preset Zoom Position  
Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to ON.  
The camcorder returns to the preset zoom position.  
❍ The preset setting is cancelled when you attach the optional Extender XL 1.6× or mount a lens  
with different magnification.  
❍ The camcorder uses the zoom speed of the CONSTANT setting when returning to the preset zoom  
position.  
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Adjusting the Focus  
e AF switch  
Focus ring  
Focus selector  
Autofocus (Lenses Equipped with the Autofocus Function)  
Autofocus is set when the focus selector on the lens is set to AF. The camcorder uses TTL autofocus  
system with a focusing range of 2 cm (at wide-angle from the front of the lens barrel) to . The  
∞
camcorder focuses on the subject in the centre of the screen.  
Temporary Focus Override  
Turn the focus ring during autofocus to focus manually.  
Autofocus will resume as soon as you take your hand away from the focus ring.  
When recording under bright conditions, the camcorder sets a small aperture value, and the picture  
may appear blurred. This may be more noticeable at wide-angle. When you are using a lens with  
built-in ND filter, turn it on/off according to the screen display (  
41).  
❍ When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear  
blurred.  
❍ In 25p mode, autofocus takes longer than in the 50i mode.  
❍ Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects. In such case, focus manually.  
- Reflective surfaces  
- Subjects with low contrast or without vertical lines  
- Fast moving subjects  
- Through dirty or wet windows  
- Night scenes  
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Manual focus  
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e AF switch/  
POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch  
Focus selector  
1. Lenses equipped with autofocus function: Slide the focus selector on the lens to M.  
2. Zoom into telephoto.  
3. Rotate the focus ring to adjust the focus.  
4. Operate the zoom to reframe the subject.  
If you focus manually then leave the camcorder with the power turned on, you may lose focus on your  
subject. This possible slight shift in focus is due to a rise in temperature in the camcorder interior and lens.  
Check the focus before resuming shooting.  
Temporary Autofocus  
Press the e AF switch on the lens in the direction of AF and hold it.  
Autofocus is activated as long as you hold the e AF switch.  
When using the e AF switch, make sure the POSITION PRESET switch is set to OFF.  
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Focus Preset (Lenses Equipped with the Focus Preset Function)  
This function enables a focus setting to be memorised and to return to the focus setting instantly. You  
can also select the speed with which the camcorder returns to the preset focus setting.  
Presetting the Focus  
1. Set the focus selector to M.  
“MF” appears.  
2. Set the POSITION PRESET switch to FOCUS.  
3. Adjust the focus with the focus ring.  
4. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to SET.  
“MF” and the focus preset speed appear in yellow.  
Setting the Focus Preset Speed  
CAMERA SETUP  
F SPEED PSET•HIGH  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [F SPEED PSET], select a setting option  
and close the menu.  
The selected speed appears next to “MF”.  
Returning to the Preset Focus Setting  
Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to ON.  
The camcorder returns to the preset focus setting.  
The preset setting resets and sets to OFF when you turn the camcorder off or unmount the lens.  
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Using the ND Filter (Lenses with Built-in ND Filter)  
When recording under bright conditions, the camcorder sets a small aperture value, and the picture  
may appear blurred. When you are using a lens with built-in ND filter, turn it on/off according to the  
screen display.  
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ND filter unlock button  
ND filter operating ring  
With the 20× L IS Lens: Press the ND filter unlock button and turn the ND filter operating  
ring.  
When the camcorder is set to Easy Recording or Auto mode, following displays appear:  
Screen display  
No display  
What it means  
ND filter is not activated  
ND filter is activated  
What you should do  
-
-
”ND“ displayed  
”ND “ flashes ND filter required  
Turn on the ND filter  
ND ” “ flashes Lenses with ND filter on/off: External  
ND filter required  
Select a higher density built-in ND filter  
or attach an external ND filter to the  
Lenses with selectable ND filter density: lens*  
Higher density or external ND filter  
required  
ND ”  
“ flashes Built-in ND filter not required  
Turn off the ND filter  
* If you have no external ND filter available, use the Tv mode and set a high shutter speed, or use the Av  
mode and set a small aperture value.  
❍ Turning on/off the ND filter changes the aperture setting. Readjust the aperture in Av mode as  
required.  
❍ Depending on the scene, the colour may change when turning on/off the ND filter. In such case,  
setting a custom white balance may be effective.  
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Selecting the Frame Rate  
Select between standard 50i and 25p.  
50i Mode  
Records in 50 fps interlace mode, same as TV signals.  
25p Mode  
Records in 25 fps progressive mode and outputs  
signals converted into 50 fps interlace.  
25p (camera) A  
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
a a b b c c d d e e f f g g h h i  
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j
j
50i (tape)  
FRAME RATE switch  
Set the FRAME RATE switch to the desired position.  
The selected frame rate appears.  
The frame rate does not change when you operate the FRAME RATE switch during recording. It  
changes once you pause recording.  
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Recording in 16:9 Mode  
The camcorder uses the full width of the CCD, retaining image quality and providing a larger  
horizontal angle of view.  
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ASPECT RATIO switch  
Set the ASPECT RATIO switch to 16:9.  
The screen changes to the “letterbox” format.  
❍ If you play back a 16:9 recording on a normal TV, the image appears horizontally squeezed.  
❍ The aspect ratio does not change when you operate the ASPECT RATIO switch during recording. It  
changes once you pause recording.  
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Setting the Time Code  
Selecting the Run Options  
You can select from record run (REC-RUN), record run preset (REC-RUN PS.) and free-run (FREE-RUN)  
time code. With record run, the time code runs only when you are recording. With free run, the time  
code runs regardless of the operation of the camcorder. With record run preset and free-run, you can  
select the starting point.  
Normally select record-run. Select free-run time code when you wish to record with multiple  
camcorders set to the same time code.  
TIME CODE  
COUNT-UP•••••REC-RUN  
(
24)  
1. Open the menu and select [TIME CODE]. Select [COUNT-UP] and set it to [REC-RUN],  
[REC-RUN PS.] or [FREE-RUN].  
When you selected [REC-RUN]: Close the menu.  
When you selected [REC-RUN PS.] or [FREE-RUN]: The starting point set/reset options appear.  
When you selected [REC-RUN PS.] or [FREE-RUN]:  
2. Select [SET].  
The hours display flashes.  
3. Turn the SET dial to select the hour and press the SET dial.  
• The next part of the display starts flashing.  
• Set the minutes, seconds and frames in the same way.  
4. Close the menu.  
❍ When setting the free-run time code, the time code starts to run when you press the MENU  
button in the middle of the setting, or when you press the SET dial after setting the last digits.  
❍ To reset the time code to [00:00:00:00], select [RESET] in step 2.  
❍ When recording over existing scenes: When a time code discontinuity occurred near the recording  
start point, the time code at recording start may be discontinuous.  
❍ When the backup battery is installed, the free-run time code continues to run even when you  
disconnect the battery pack.  
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Setting the User Bit  
The user bit display works on the hexadecimal system that consists of a mixture of eight numbers or  
letters. There are sixteen possible characters, numbers 0 to 9 and letters A to F.  
This is useful for labeling tapes.  
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VCR SETUP  
USR BIT DATA•SET  
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1. Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP] and [USR BIT DATA].  
The user bit set/reset options appear.  
2. Select [SET].  
The first part of the display flashes.  
3. Turn the SET dial to select the number/alphabet and press the SET dial.  
• The next part of the display starts flashing.  
• Set the rest of the display in the same way.  
4. Close the menu.  
❍ To reset the user bit to [00 00 00 00], select [CLEAR] in step 2.  
❍ User bit can be recorded when recording with the camcorder or from analog devices. The user bit  
of your camcorder cannot be recorded when recording from digital devices.  
Displaying the User Bit  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
USR BIT DISP•OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [USR BIT DISP], set it to [ON] and  
close the menu.  
User bit cannot be displayed during special playback.  
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Audio Recording  
You can set the audio mode to 16 bit or 12 bit. With 12 bit, you can select to record on two channels,  
leaving two channels free for adding sound later (12bit CH 1/2 ), or to record on four channels  
simultaneously (12bit CH 1/2 , 3/4 ).  
The sampling frequency in 16 bit is 48 kHz and in 12 bit 32 kHz. The 16 bit mode provides higher sound  
quality.  
Audio dubbing cannot be performed with this camcorder.  
16bit  
channel 1 channel 2 channel 1 channel 2  
1/2  
12bit CH  
The channels next to channel 1 and 2 will not  
be used.  
channel 1  
channel 2  
channel 1  
channel 2  
1/2  
3/4  
12bit CH  
,
The channels 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be recorded  
simultaneously.  
channel 1 channel 3 channel 1 channel 3  
channel 2 channel 4 channel 2 channel 4  
1/2  
1/2 3/4  
Selecting the Audio Mode (16bit, 12bit CH  
, 12bit CH  
,
)
AUDIO SETUP  
AUDIO MODE•••16bit  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUDIO MODE], select a setting option  
and close the menu.  
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Recording on Channels 1 and 2  
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Select the audio input from FRONT MIC (supplied microphone unit), AUDIO1 (RCA terminals) or REAR  
(XLR terminals). Refer also to the audio block diagram (  
120).  
When Using the Front Microphone  
Set the INPUT SELECT switch to FRONT MIC.  
Turn on the microphone attenuator (20 dB) as necessary by setting the FRONT MIC ATT. switch to ATT.  
When Connecting to the RCA terminals of AUDIO1  
1. Connect the device to the RCA terminals of AUDIO1.  
2. Set the INPUT SELECT switch to AUDIO1.  
When Connecting to the XLR terminals  
1. Connect a microphone to the XLR terminals.  
To supply a microphone with phantom power, set the +48V switch to ON. Make sure to connect the  
microphone first, before turning on the phantom power. Keep the microphone connected when turning  
off the phantom power.  
2. Set the INPUT SELECT switch to REAR.  
3. Set the REC CH SELECT switch to CH1 or CH1·CH2.  
Input terminal  
Position of the REC CH SELECT switch  
CH1  
Recorded channel  
CH1/3  
Channel 1  
CH1·CH2  
CH1  
Channel 1+Channel 2  
Channel 2  
CH2/4  
CH1·CH2  
– – –  
4. Turn on the microphone attenuator (20 dB) as necessary by setting the MIC ATT. switch  
to ATT.  
5. For 12dB gain-up: Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [R-XLR GAINUP], set  
it to [12dB] and close the menu.  
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When connecting a microphone not supporting phantom power, make sure to set the +48V switch  
to OFF. Otherwise the microphone may be damaged.  
Recording on Channels 3 and 4  
Select the audio input from SHOE (optional MA-300 Microphone Adapter), AUDIO2 (RCA terminals) or  
REAR (XLR terminals). Refer also to the audio block diagram (  
1/2 3/4  
120).  
Make sure to set [AUDIO MODE] to [12bit CH  
,
].  
When Connecting to the Advanced Accessory Shoe  
1. Attach the optional MA-300 Microphone Adapter to the advanced accessory shoe.  
• With the MA-300, you can use balanced microphones on all 4 channels.  
• Refer also to the MA-300 instruction manual.  
2. Set the INPUT SELECT switch to SHOE.  
❍ Phantom power cannot be used with the MA-300.  
❍ MA-100 and MA-200 cannot be used.  
When Connecting to the RCA terminals of AUDIO2  
1. Connect the device to the RCA terminals of AUDIO2.  
2. Set the INPUT SELECT switch to AUDIO2.  
When Connecting to the XLR terminals  
1. Connect a microphone to the XLR terminals.  
To supply a microphone with phantom power, set the +48V switch to ON. Make sure to connect the  
microphone first, before turning on the phantom power. Keep the microphone connected when turning  
off the phantom power.  
2. Set the INPUT SELECT switch to REAR.  
3. Turn on the microphone attenuator (20 dB) as necessary by setting the MIC ATT. switch  
to ATT.  
4. For 12 dB gain-up: Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [R-XLR GAINUP],  
set it to [12dB] and close the menu.  
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When connecting a microphone not supporting phantom power, make sure to set the +48V switch  
to OFF. Otherwise the microphone may be damaged.  
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Adjusting the Audio Recording Level  
CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4 dials  
REC LEVEL switch  
AUDIO MONITOR button  
Hiding/Displaying the Audio Level Indicator on the Screen  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
AUDIO LEVEL••ON  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [AUDIO LEVEL], select a setting  
option and close the menu.  
The audio level indicator can also be turned on/off with the custom key (  
70).  
Automatic Audio Adjustments  
Set the REC LEVEL switch to A.  
Manual Audio Adjustments  
1. Set the REC LEVEL switch to M.  
2. When recording on 4 channels, press the AUDIO MONITOR button and select CH1/2 or  
CH3/4.  
The setting changes with each press of the button in the order of CH1/2, CH3/4, CH1+3/2+4. Do not  
select CH1+3/2+4 when adjusting the level.  
3. Turn the respective CH1, CH2, CH3 or CH4 dial to adjust the audio level.  
❍ We recommend using headphones when adjusting the audio level. If the input level is too high,  
audio may become distorted even if the audio level indicator is displaying an appropriate level.  
❍ You can select to synchronise the audio signal with the video signal by adding an equal amount of  
delay to the audio. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUD.M.SET], set it to [LINE  
OUT] and close the menu. If you wish to monitor audio in real time, select [NORMAL]. In either  
setting, audio and video signals will be recorded synchronised on a tape.  
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Image Stabilizer (Lenses Equipped with Image Stabilizer)  
The image stabilizer can be turned off.  
STABILIZER ON/OFF switch  
Move the STABILIZER ON/OFF switch to OFF.  
❍ The image stabilizer cannot be turned off in the Easy Recording mode.  
❍ The image stabilizer is designed to compensate a normal degree of camcorder shake.  
❍ The image stabilizer may not be effective when attaching an optional Extender.  
❍ We recommend turning off the image stabilizer when mounting the camcorder on a tripod.  
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Using the Programmed AE Modes  
Programmed auto exposure modes provide automated advanced recording techniques ensuring  
professional results in various shooting conditions.  
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Selecting the Programmed AE Modes  
Press the button and turn the POWER dial.  
The symbol of the selected mode appears.  
POWER dial  
Do not change the mode during recording as the brightness of the image may change abruptly.  
Auto  
Like the Easy Recording mode, the camcorder automatically controls camera  
adjustments allowing you to simply point and shoot. However, in the Auto  
mode, you have the option of adjusting the settings manually.  
Shutter-Priority ( 54)  
Use this mode to select the shutter speed. The camcorder automatically sets a  
T v 2 0 0 0  
matching aperture setting.  
Aperture-Priority ( 55)  
Use this mode to select between 7 aperture settings - from f/1.6 to f/11 (or to  
A v F 2 . 0  
full iris close) - and the camcorder automatically sets a matching shutter speed.  
This mode allows for the best control of depth of field.  
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Manual ( 56)  
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+
This mode offers the creative freedom of a complete range of manual controls.  
In the Manual mode, options exist to set the exposure at any combination of  
shutter speed and aperture levels.  
MANUAL  
1 / 1 0 0  
F 2 . 0  
Spotlight  
The Spotlight mode automatically adjusts the exposure to effectively record  
images and/or subjects lit by a spotlight or other concentrated light source.  
Low Light  
This mode allows you to continue recording even when light levels begin to  
fall. The Low Light mode selects lower shutter speeds (50i: 1/6-1/49, 25p: 1/6-  
1/24) to deliver proper exposure.  
❍ Moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.  
❍ Picture quality may not be as good as in other modes.  
❍ White points may appear on the screen.  
❍ Autofocus may not work as well as in other modes. In such case, adjust the focus manually.  
Easy Recording  
The camcorder automatically controls focus, shutter speed, aperture, gain,  
white balance, and AE Shift allowing you to simply point and shoot. This mode  
locks all of these features and options, making them fixed and unadjustable.  
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Availability of functions in each recording program.  
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Recording programs  
EXP. LOCK button  
IRIS dial  
i
i
h
i *1  
i
h
h
i
i
i
i
i
i
i
i *1  
i *1  
h
i *1  
SHUTTER button  
AE SHIFT dial  
i
h
h *2  
i
i (0)  
i (auto)  
i (auto)  
i
i (0)  
GAIN dial  
h
i (0 dB) i (auto)  
WHITE BALANCE dial  
Custom preset adjustments  
h
h
CUSTOM PRESET SELECT  
button  
i
h
CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF  
button  
i
i
i
h
h
Skin detail  
Frequency selection of Clear  
Scan  
h *3  
h *2  
i
i
h *3  
i
i
i
i
i
i
Clear Scan  
Film grain  
i
i
h
h
h: Available i: Not available  
*1: Available when the exposure is locked.  
*2: Not available when exposure is locked.  
*3: Available during clear scan.  
20× L IS, 16× IS II and 3× zoom lens  
Recording program  
Modes other than  
Manual focus ring  
Zoom ring  
h
h
Image Stabilizer*  
ND filter  
i (on)  
h
h
Focus mode  
i (autofocus)  
h
h
eAF switch/PUSH AF  
i
button  
* Not available with the 3× zoom lens.  
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Recording in the Shutter-Priority (Tv) Mode  
POWER dial  
SHUTTER r button  
SHUTTER t button  
Available shutter speeds:  
1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/16000, CS (clear scan)  
1. Set the POWER dial to Tv.  
2. Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER r or t button.  
❍ Other settings such as aperture are set automatically.  
❍ The shutter speed changes when you lock and change the exposure.  
❍ When the gain is set to automatic, the shutter speed number flashes on the screen when the  
selected shutter speed is too high or too low for the recording condition. In such case, readjust the  
shutter speed. If you are using a ND filter, turn it off first and readjust the shutter speed.  
❍ The image quality may decrease to some extend when using slow shutter speeds.  
❍ Autofocus may not work when using slow shutter speeds.  
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Recording in the Aperture-Priority (Av) Mode  
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POWER dial  
IRIS dial  
Available aperture values (with 20× L IS lens):  
F1.6, F2.0, F2.8, F4.0, F5.6, F8.0, F11, CLOSE  
1. Set the POWER dial to Av.  
2. Select the aperture with the IRIS dial.  
❍ Other settings such as shutter speed are set automatically.  
❍ The aperture changes when you lock and change the exposure.  
❍ When the gain is set to automatic, the aperture number flashes on the screen when the selected  
aperture is not appropriate for the recording condition. In such case, readjust the aperture.  
❍ When the built-in ND filter of a lens is activated, the picture may become dark when you set a  
high F number. In such case, turn the ND Filter off first and readjust the aperture.  
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Recording in the Manual Mode  
You can set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture levels.  
POWER dial  
IRIS dial  
SHUTTER r button  
SHUTTER t button  
Available settings  
Shutter speed  
1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/60, 1/75, 1/90, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/180, 1/210, 1/250,  
1/300, 1/350, 1/400, 1/500, 1/600, 1/700, 1/800, 1/1000, 1/1200, 1/1400, 1/1600,  
1/2000, 1/2400, 1/2800, 1/3200, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/16000, CS (clear scan)  
Aperture  
(with 20× L IS lens)  
F1.6, F1.8, F2.0, F2.2, F2.4, F2.6, F2.8, F3.2, F3.4, F3.7, F4.0, F4.4, F4.8, F5.2, F5.6,  
F6.2, F6.7, F7.3, F8.0, F8.7, F9.5, F10, F11, CLOSE  
1. Set the POWER dial to M.  
The exposure indicator appears.  
2. Select the aperture with the IRIS dial.  
3. Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER r or t button.  
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Adjusting the Exposure  
EXP. LOCK button  
POWER dial  
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SHUTTER rt buttons  
IRIS dial  
GAIN dial  
Exposure Lock  
1. Set the POWER dial to n, Tv or Av.  
2. Press the EXP. LOCK button.  
The exposure indicator appears.  
Changing the Aperture after Exposure Lock  
You can select from 23 aperture settings (with 20× L IS lens). The setting can be adjusted in 1/4 steps.  
However, only the following numbers are displayed on the screen: F1.6, F2.0, F2.8, F4.0, F5.6, F8.0, F11,  
CLOSE.  
Select the aperture with the IRIS dial.  
Changing the Shutter Speed after Exposure Lock  
You can select from 12 shutter speeds (with 20× L IS lens).  
Select the shutter speed with the SHUTTER r or t button.  
Changing the Gain after Exposure Lock  
You can select from 6 gain levels .  
1. Press the GAIN dial so that it pops out.  
2. Turn the GAIN dial to adjust the level.  
The selected level appears.  
+18 dB is not available in 25p mode. When you select +18 dB, it automatically sets to +12 dB  
(“12dB” appears in yellow).  
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Using AE Shift  
You can use the AE Shift control to manually override the automatic exposure system to darken or  
lighten the image. Select from 13 AE levels (+2.0, +1.5, +1.0, +0.75, +0.5, +0.25, 0, -0.25, -0.5, -0.75,  
-1.0, -1.5, -2.0).  
AE SHIFT dial  
POWER dial  
1. Set the POWER dial to n, Tv or Av.  
2. Turn the AE SHIFT dial to adjust the level.  
The selected level appears.  
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Adjusting the Gain  
Gain control adjusts the amount of video signal generated depending upon lighting and shooting  
conditions. You can select from automatic gain control and preset levels that range from -3 to +18 dB.  
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-3 dB  
Auto  
0 dB  
For lowest noise recording for indoor, low light or low contrast scenes.  
Automatic adjustment of gain.  
Life like night/artificial light scenes.  
+3 dB/+6 dB/  
Increases brightness in indoor or low-light scenes. Increases depth of field.  
+12 dB/+18 dB*  
* +18 dB is not available in 25p mode. When you select +18 dB, it automatically sets to +12 dB (“12dB” appears in  
yellow).  
POWER dial  
GAIN dial  
1. Set the POWER dial to n, Tv, Av or M.  
2. Press the GAIN dial so that it pops out.  
3. Turn the GAIN dial to adjust the level.  
The selected level appears.  
Noise may appear on the picture when setting a high gain level.  
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Setting the White Balance  
The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate colour  
display in different lighting conditions (i.e. sunlight versus indoor incandescent.)  
Automated white balance settings include a fully automated mode, an indoor mode and an outdoor  
mode. In addition, you can set the white balance manually and save up to three white balance presets  
that can be reused for non-sequential shooting.  
Auto  
Automated adjustments of white balance.  
Bright sunlight - 5600ºK  
(Outdoor)  
U
(Indoor)  
Incandescent light - 3200ºK  
T
Preset 1, 2, 3  
Custom white balance setting variable 3200 - 5600ºK.  
POWER dial  
Zoom lever  
White sheet  
or paper  
Zoom ring  
WHITE BALANCE dial  
WHITE BALANCE W button  
Selecting an Automated White Balance Setting  
1. Press the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out.  
2. Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to A, U or  
.
T
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Setting a Custom White Balance  
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1. Press the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out.  
2. Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to 1, 2 or 3.  
3. Point the camcorder at a white object and zoom in until it fills the whole screen.  
Keep the camcorder zoomed at the white object until step 4 is completed.  
4. Press the WHITE BALANCE W button.  
”W“ flashes and stops flashing when setting is complete.  
❍ The camcorder retains the custom white balance setting even if you turn it off.  
❍ When you have set the custom white balance:  
- Depending on the light source, “W” may keep flashing. The result will still be better than with  
the auto setting.  
- When you have turned on/off the built-in ND-filter of the lens, reset the custom white balance.  
❍ Custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases:  
- Changing lighting conditions  
- Close-ups  
- Subjects in a single colour (sky, sea or forest)  
- Under mercury lamps or certain types of fluorescent lights  
Recording with Preset Custom White Balance  
1. Set the POWER dial to a recording program other than [.  
2. Turn the WHITE BALANCE dial to select a preset number.  
The preset custom white balance is activated.  
The custom preset settings [R GAIN], [G GAIN] and [B GAIN] (  
setting set with above procedure.  
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Using the Zebra Pattern  
This camcorder has a zebra pattern feature that shows black and white diagonal stripes over the area  
that is overexposed. The zebra pattern is only displayed on the screen. Use this feature to guide the  
adjustment of the aperture and shutter speed. Available zebra pattern settings: 80 IRE, 85 IRE, 90 IRE,  
95 IRE, and 100 IRE.  
POWER dial  
SET dial  
MENU button  
Selecting the Zebra Pattern Level  
CAMERA SETUP  
ZEBRA LEVEL••90  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [ZEBRA LEVEL], select a setting option  
and close the menu.  
Activating the Zebra Pattern  
CAMERA SETUP  
ZEBRA••••••••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [ZEBRA], set it to [ON] and close the  
menu.  
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Using the Skin Detail Function  
You can adjust hue, chroma, area and Y level to determine the skin area and soften the details to  
reduce the appearance of skin imperfections. A zebra pattern identifying the skin area appears,  
alternating with the normal picture (a white pattern appears on a connected TV or computer screen).  
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Activating the Skin Detail Function  
CAMERA SETUP  
SKIN D.SET  
SKIN DETAIL••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP] and [SKIN D.SET]. Select [SKIN DETAIL], set it  
to [HIGH ], [MIDDLE ] or [LOW ] and close the menu.  
“
“ appears.  
Determining the Skin Area  
CAMERA SETUP  
SKIN D.SET  
HUE••••••••••G  
R
+
+
+
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24)  
CHROMA•••••••  
AREA•••••••••  
Y LEVEL••••••  
-
-
-
Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP] and [SKIN D.SET]. Select [HUE], [CHROMA],  
[AREA] or [Y LEVEL], adjust the levels and close the menu.  
• HUE: Adjust the hue for detection of the skin area. Adjusting to [R] detects reddish skin colour, and to [G]  
detects greenish skin colour.  
• CHROMA: Adjust the saturation for detection of the skin area. Adjusting to [+] detects brighter skin colour,  
and to [-] detects lighter skin colour.  
• AREA: Adjust the colour range for detection of the skin area. Adjusting to [+] detects a wide colour range,  
and to [-] detects a narrow colour range.  
• Y LEVEL: Adjust the brightness for detection of the skin area. Adjusting to [+] detects brighter skin colour,  
and to [-] detects darker skin colour.  
You cannot record on the tape while determining the skin area.  
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Using the Custom Preset  
You can establish three preset registrations for the following 15 camera features: gamma curve, knee,  
black stretch/press, colour matrix, colour gain, colour phase, R gain, G gain, B gain, V detail, sharpness,  
coring, setup level, master pedestal and NR.  
You can also import preset settings from another XL2 and save them to your camcorder.  
Gamma Curve  
Output  
Select between standard gamma curve ([NORMAL])  
and cine-like gamma curve ([CINE]).  
[NORMAL]  
[CINE]  
Representation of the setting  
Input  
Knee Point Adjustment  
Adjust the dynamic range (knee point) in the  
highlight area of the image to prevent  
overexposure. You can select from [HIGH], [MIDDLE]  
or [LOW].  
Output  
[HIGH]  
[MIDDLE]  
KNEE  
[LOW]  
Black Stretch/Black Press  
Adjust the dynamic range in the black area of the  
image. You can select from [STRETCH], [MIDDLE] or  
[PRESS]. [STRETCH] emphasises contrast in the dark  
area, while [PRESS] enhances or deepens darkness.  
[STRETCH]  
[MIDDLE]  
BLACK  
[PRESS]  
Representation of the setting  
Input  
Colour Matrix  
Select from two colour matrix settings: [NORMAL] and [CINE]. Setting gamma and colour matrix to  
[CINE] creates cine-like colours.  
Colour Gain  
Adjust the saturation of the colour from off (-) to oversaturated (+).  
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Colour Phase  
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Adjust to [G] for adding more green to the image, and to [R] for more red.  
R Gain  
Adjust to [-] for white balance toward cyan, and to [+] for white balance toward red.  
G Gain  
Adjust to [-] for white balance toward magenta, and to [+] for white balance toward green.  
B Gain  
Adjust to [-] for white balance toward yellow, and to [+] for white balance toward blue.  
Vertical Detail  
Adjust the vertical detail frequency for recordings in 25p mode. Select from [NORMAL] and [LOW].  
• When you play back a recording on an interlaced TV with [V DETAIL] set to [NORMAL], horizontal  
lines may flicker.  
• Select [NORMAL] for non-interlaced playback or editing on a computer, or for transferring to a DVD.  
• Image resolution will not change in the 50i mode.  
• When you select a custom preset setting with [V DETAIL] set to [LOW] in 50i mode, “CP” appears in  
yellow.  
Sharpness  
Adjust the degree of sharpness in the picture. Adjust to [-] for a softer picture, and to [+] for a sharper  
picture. When set to the [+] side, noise may become more noticeable.  
Coring  
Adjust the detail noise level. Adjust to [-] to add the noise, and to [+] to reduce noise.  
Setup Level  
Adjust the black level of the video signal. Adjust to [-] to darken the picture, and to [+] to brighten the  
shadow area.  
Master Pedestal  
Adjust the master pedestal level. Adjust to [-] to make dark areas darker and increase the contrast, and  
to [+] to make dark areas lighter and reduce the contrast.  
Noise Reduction  
Select the variable range of noise reduction from [OFF], [HIGH], [MIDDLE] and [LOW]. With [HIGH],  
[MIDDLE] and [LOW], the noise reduction level is adjusted according to the gain. Select [HIGH] for  
maximum variable range.  
• When set to [HIGH], moving subjects may leave a trailing afterimage.  
• When the noise based on the gain setting is low, the NR effect may not be noticeable.  
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CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button  
CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button  
SET dial  
MENU button  
Setting the Custom Preset Settings  
CUSTOM PRESET  
PRESET SETUP  
SEL PRESET  
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1. Open the menu and select [CUSTOM PRESET].  
2. Select [PRESET SETUP].  
The custom preset items appear.  
3. Select [SEL PRESET] and select the custom preset file you wish to change.  
4. Select the preset items, select the setting options and close the menu.  
❍ The custom preset menu consists of 5 pages. The items [SEL PRESET] and [ /CLEAR] can be  
selected on each page.  
❍ When you attempt to change a protected setting, ” “ starts flashing.  
Protecting a Custom Preset File  
Open the menu and select [CUSTOM PRESET], followed by [PRESET SETUP]. Select  
[
/CLEAR] set it to [PROTECT ] and close the menu.  
To cancel the protection, reselect [PROTECT ].  
Resetting a Custom Preset File  
1. Open the menu and select [CUSTOM PRESET], followed by [PRESET SETUP].  
2. Select [ /CLEAR] and set it to [CLEAR].  
A confirmation message appears.  
3. Select [Yes] and close the menu.  
A protected preset file cannot be reset.  
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Activating the Custom Preset Settings  
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1. Press the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button.  
• The setting changes with each press of the button in the order of “CP1”, “CP2”, “CP3” and “CP|”.  
• When you are not using the custom preset setting, set the camcorder to “CP|”.  
2. Press the CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF button.  
The setting is activated.  
Importing a Custom Preset Setting from Another XL2  
You can import a custom preset setting from another XL2 and save it to your camcorder.  
Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) DV Cable.  
MENU button  
SET dial  
Signal flow  
POWER dial  
DV Cable (optional)  
Preparations  
1. Connect the camcorders with a DV cable.  
2. XL2 from which you wish import: Set the POWER dial to EXT. CONT.  
XL2 to which you wish to import: Set the POWER dial to a recording program other  
than [.  
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Importing (Operation on the XL2 to which you import)  
1. Open the menu and select [CUSTOM PRESET] and [READ PRESET].  
The IMPORT PRES. menu appears.  
2. Select [SEL PRESET] and set it to the custom preset file you wish to import.  
3. Select [SEL POSITION].  
The SEL POSITION menu appears.  
4. Select [SEL PRESET] and set it to the custom preset file you wish to overwrite.  
5. Select [OVERWRITE].  
A confirmation message appears.  
6. Select [YES].  
The custom preset file is imported.  
Make sure that protection is cancelled when saving a preset setting.  
❍ You can review but not change the preset settings of the connected XL2.  
❍ [READ PRESET] can only be selected when another XL2 is connected.  
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Using Clear Scan for Recording Computer Screens  
This feature allows you to record computer CRT screen or other equipment without displaying black  
band or flicker on the screen. You can adjust the frequency from 50.0 Hz to 200.7 Hz.  
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POWER dial  
SHUTTER r button  
CAMERA SETUP  
CLEAR SCAN•••50.0Hz  
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1. Set the POWER dial to Tv or M.  
2. Press the SHUTTER r button to display “CS”.  
3. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [CLEAR SCAN], adjust the frequency  
and close the menu.  
Select a frequency with which the black band does not appear.  
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Using the Custom Keys  
You can assign frequently used functions to the custom keys (for recording and VCR mode  
independently).  
Default settings:  
Recording Mode VCR Mode  
CUSTOM KEY 1 TIME CODE  
CUSTOM KEY 2 INDEX WRITE  
TV SCREEN  
DATA CODE  
Following functions can be assigned to the custom keys:  
CAMERA Mode  
Time code  
VCR Mode  
Time code  
Index write  
TV screen  
Zebra pattern  
VCR STOP*  
Data code  
Audio level indicator  
TV screen  
Handle zoom speed  
Audio level indicator  
* Function that can only be operated by the custom keys.  
To check the current custom key settings:  
In recording mode: Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [GUIDE INFO], set it to  
[CUSTOM KEYS] and close the menu.  
In VCR mode: Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [CUSTOM KEYS], set it to [ON]  
and close the menu.  
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Changing the custom keys setting  
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SYSTEM  
CUSTOM KEY 1•INDEX WRITE  
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24)  
Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [CUSTOM KEY 1] or [CUSTOM KEY 2], select  
the function you wish to assign to the custom key and close the menu.  
When you do not wish to use the custom keys, select [(NONE)].  
Activating the Functions with the Custom Key  
Time Code ( 44)  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
The time code setting menu appears.  
Index Write  
You can add an index signal to your recording for easy search in VCR mode.  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
• The index signal will be recorded for approx. 6 seconds.  
• When the camcorder is in record pause mode, the index signal will be written when you start recording.  
❍ An index signal cannot be added or erased later.  
❍ Index write cannot be used during interval timer recording.  
Zebra Pattern ( 62)  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
The zebra pattern is activated. Press the button again to deactivate it.  
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VCR STOP ( 31)  
In VCR STOP mode, the camcorder retains camera settings such as aperture and shutter speed, so you  
can adjust the camera section without worrying about the automatic shut-off.  
VCR STOP can only be operated with the custom keys.  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
The VCR STOP mode is activated. Press the button again to return to record pause mode.  
TV Screen ( 102)  
You can show the camcorder display on a connected TV.  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
Handle Zoom Speed ( 36)  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
The ZOOM HANDLE menu appears. Select a setting option with the SET dial.  
Audio Level Indicator ( 49)  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
The audio level indicator appears. Press the button again to hide the audio level indicator.  
Data Code ( 90)  
Press the CUSTOM KEY (1 or 2) button.  
The data code appears. Press the button again to hide the data code.  
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Using the Film Grain Effect  
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F. GRAIN SELECT button  
F.GRAIN ON/OFF button  
1. Press the F.GRAIN SELECT button to display “FILM GRAIN”.  
The setting changes with each press of the button. “FILM GRAIN” flashes.  
2. Press the F.GRAIN ON/OFF button.  
“FILM GRAIN” stops flashing, and the film grain effect is activated. Press the button again to deactivate  
the effect.  
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Recording Colour Bars/Audio Reference Signal  
Colour Bars  
You can generate and record EBU (European Broadcast Union) colour bars.  
BARS SELECT button  
BARS ON/OFF button  
1. Press the BARS SELECT button to display “COLOR BARS”.  
The setting changes with each press of the button. “COLOR BARS” flashes.  
2. Press the BARS ON/OFF button.  
“COLOR BARS” stops flashing, and the colour bars appear. Press the button again to deactivate the  
colour bars.  
Audio Reference Signal  
You can record a 1kHz audio reference signal (-12 dB or -20 dB) along with the colour bars.  
AUDIO SETUP  
1kHz TONE••••OFF  
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24)  
Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [1kHz TONE], select the audio signal and  
close the menu.  
The selected audio reference signal sounds.  
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Recording with the Interval Timer  
With the interval timer, you can record images over a selected time with a selected interval. This  
function is useful when shooting flowers, animals, and other natural events.  
You can choose an interval from 30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes and 10 minutes, and a recording time  
from 0.5 seconds, 1 second, 1.5 seconds, and 2 seconds.  
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Example: 2 seconds recording time at a 5 minutes interval  
(= standby time of 5 minutes including the recording time of 2 seconds)  
2 sec.  
2 sec.  
4 min. 58 sec.  
4 min. 58 sec.  
Record  
Record  
Interval time  
5 min.  
Interval time  
5 min.  
Selecting Interval and Recording Time  
CAMERA SETUP  
INTERVAL T.••OFF  
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INTERVAL•••••30sec  
INT.REC.TIME•0.5sec  
1. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP].  
2. Select [INTERVAL T.] and set it to [ON].  
3. Select [INTERVAL] and select an interval.  
4. Select [INT.REC.TIME] and select a recording time.  
5. Close the menu.  
“INT T.” flashes.  
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Recording with the Interval Timer  
Press the start/stop button to start recording.  
• Interval recording starts and “INT T.” stops flashing.  
• When the interval is set to 30 seconds or 1 minute, the camcorders goes into record pause mode during  
the recordings. When set to 5 or 10 minutes, the camcorder goes into stop mode during the recordings.  
To Pause Interval Recording  
Press the start/stop button.  
• The camcorder returns to record pause mode and “INT T.” starts flashing.  
• Press the start/stop button to restart recording.  
To Finish Interval Recording  
1. Press the start/stop button.  
2. Open the menu and select [CAMERA SETUP]. Select [INTERVAL T.], set it to [OFF] and  
close the menu.  
❍ When you record for a long time (more than 12 hours), we recommend turning off the screen  
display by pressing the EVF DISPLAY button.  
❍ When the display remains shown on the screen, turn off the camcorder. They will disappear in a  
few hours.  
❍ The remaining tape display may not appear.  
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Recording with the Self-Timer  
START/STOP button  
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START/STOP button  
SELF TIMER button  
Start/Stop button  
1. Press the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller.  
“
” appears.  
2. Press the start/stop button.  
The camcorder starts recording after a 10-second countdown (2 seconds when using the wireless  
controller). The countdown appears on the screen.  
❍ To cancel the self-timer, press the SELF TIMER button. Once the countdown has begun, you can  
also press the start/stop button to cancel the self-timer.  
❍ The self-timer will be cancelled when you turn off the camcorder.  
❍ The self-timer can also be activated through the menu: Open the menu and select [CAMERA  
SETUP]. Select [SELF TIMER], set it to [ON ] and close the menu.  
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Using the DV Control  
This feature enables the XL2 to control the record and stop function of a connected IEEE1394  
storage/recording device. The device must comply with the IEEE1394 AV/C protocol.  
Users of Windows XP can also download the DV-PC Recorder from the Canon Homepage to record  
video/audio to the computer's hard disk. For details, refer to the DV-PC Recorder Software leaflet.  
SYSTEM  
DV CONTROL•••OFF  
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24)  
1. Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [DV CONTROL], set it to [ON] and close the  
menu.  
2. Press the start/stop button.  
When the XL2 is in record pause mode:  
XL2: Recording  
Connected device: Recording  
When the XL2 is recording:  
XL2: Record pause mode  
Connected device: Record pause mode  
When the XL2 is not ready for recording (no cassette loaded etc.)  
Connected device: Recording/record pause mode  
After loading a cassette while the connected device is recording:  
XL2: Recording  
Connected device: Continues recording  
Pressing the start/stop button again:  
XL2: Record pause mode  
Connected device: Record pause mode  
❍ The status of the connected device is indicated as follows:  
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Connected device is recording  
Connected device is in record pause or stop mode  
3
– – – Connected device is in a mode other than record pause or stop  
[DV CONTROL] is set to [ON], but no DV device is connected  
❍ When the XL2 stops recording without operating the start/stop button (e.g. tape has reached the  
end) while both the XL2 and the connected device are recording, the connected device continues  
recording.  
❍ When connecting two XL2s via a DV cable, make sure to set [DV CONTROL] of the connected  
device to [OFF].  
❍ Only one device can be connected to the XL2 for DV control.  
❍ DV control may not work properly depending on the connected non-Canon device.  
❍ The DV control setting is retained by the camcorder even if you turn the power off. Make sure to  
check the setting after use of the DV control function, as the tape in the connected device may be  
overwritten.  
❍ Do not use a DV cable longer than 4.5 m.  
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Other Camcorder Functions/Settings  
Changing the Recording Mode (SP/LP)  
You can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times.  
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VCR SETUP  
REC MODE•••••SP  
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24)  
To change to LP mode, open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [REC MODE], set it  
to [LP] and close the menu.  
Depending on the nature and usage condition of the tape, picture and sound recorded in  
LP mode may be distorted. We recommend using the SP mode for important recordings.  
❍ If you record in both SP and LP modes on the same tape, the playback picture may become  
distorted, and the time code may not be written correctly.  
❍ If you play back a tape that has been recorded in LP mode with another digital device on this  
camcorder, or vice versa, picture and sound may become distorted.  
Superimposing the Screen Displays  
Character record is a feature that allows for the superimposition of meta data - month, day, hour,  
minute and second - permanently burned on to the video. This is ideal for surveillance and law  
enforcement use.  
SYSTEM  
CHAR. REC••••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [CHAR. REC], set it to [ON] and close the  
menu.  
❍ Make sure to set [CHAR. REC] to [OFF] when you do not wish to superimpose the screen displays.  
❍ Superimposed screen displays cannot be erased later.  
Turning Off the Tally Lamps  
SYSTEM  
TALLY LAMP•••ON  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [TALLY LAMP], set it to [OFF] and close the  
menu.  
The tally lamps still light up when the camcorder receives a signal from the wireless controller, or during  
self-timer countdown.  
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Changing the Display Language  
The language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed to Simplified Chinese or  
Japanese.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
LANGUAGE •••ENGLISH  
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24)  
To change the display language, open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select  
[LANGUAGE ], select a language and close the menu.  
❍ If you have mistakenly changed the language, follow the  
mark next to the menu item to  
change the setting.  
❍ The displays “  
” and “  
” at the bottom of the screen refer to the button names on  
the camcorder and will not change when you change the language.  
Changing the Date Format  
You can select between three date formats. For example, [1. JAN. 2004], [JAN. 1, 2004] and [2004. 1. 1].  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
DATE FORMAT•• 1.JAN.2004  
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24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [DATE FORMAT], select a format  
and close the menu.  
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Playing Back a Tape  
If the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or a  
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commercially available digital video head-cleaning cassette (  
108).  
REC SEARCH +/– buttons  
1. Set the POWER dial to VCR.  
2. Press the ` button to rewind the tape.  
3. Press the e button to begin playback.  
4. Press the 3 button to stop playback.  
Special Playback Modes  
a (Playback Pause)  
To pause playback, press the a button during normal playback.  
1 (Fast Forward Playback) / ` (Rewind Playback)  
Plays back the tape at 11.5 times normal speed (forward or reverse). Press and hold the button during  
normal playback or fast forward.  
–/4a (Reverse Playback)  
Press the button on the wireless controller during normal playback. Press the e (play) button to return  
to normal playback.  
+/ae (Frame Advance) / –/4a (Frame Reverse)  
Plays back frame-by-frame. Press the button on the wireless controller repeatedly during playback  
pause. Press and hold it to play back continuous frame advance/frame reverse.  
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SLOW M (Slow Forward)/(Slow Reverse)  
Plays back at about 1/3 normal speed. Press the button on the wireless controller during normal or  
reverse playback. Press the e (play) button to return to normal playback.  
× 2 (Forward ×2 Playback)/(Reverse ×2 Playback)  
Plays back at 2 times normal speed. Press the button on the wireless controller during normal or  
reverse playback. Press the e (play) button to return to normal playback.  
Edit search  
Press and hold the REC SEARCH +/– button in playback pause mode. When you release the button, the  
camcorder returns to playback pause mode.  
❍ There is no sound during special playback.  
❍ The picture may become distorted during some special playback modes.  
❍ The camcorder stops the tape automatically after 5 minutes in playback pause mode to protect  
tape and video heads.  
Shuttle Dial  
Playback pause  
Use the shuttle dial in play or playback pause  
mode to control the playback speed and  
direction. Turn the shuttle dial to select slow, ×1  
and ×2 playback modes (both forward and  
reverse), as well as fast forward and rewind  
playback. Turn it fully to the left/right to  
rewind/fast forward while the tape is stopped.  
Slow reverse  
playback  
Reverse playback  
Slow forward  
playback  
Forward ×1 playback  
Reverse  
Forward  
×2 playback  
×2 playback  
Fast forward playback  
Rewind playback  
Jog Dial  
Turn the Jog dial during playback or playback  
pause for frame advance/reverse or slow  
forward/slow reverse playback (depending on  
how far you turn the dial).  
When you stop turning the dial, the camcorder goes  
into playback pause mode.  
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Playing Back on a TV Screen  
TVs with S (S1)-Video Input Terminal  
Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.  
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INPUT  
VIDEO  
STV-150 Stereo Video  
Cable (supplied)  
AUDIO  
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Signal flow  
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S(S1)-VIDEO  
S-150 S-video Cable (supplied)  
Signal flow  
1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections.  
2. Connect the S-150 S-video Cable to the S-video terminals.  
3. Connect the STV-150 Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s AUDIO1 terminals and the  
audio terminals of the TV/VCR.  
4. If connecting to a TV, set the input selector to VIDEO. If connecting to a VCR, set the  
input selector to LINE.  
❍ We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source.  
❍ The picture quality is higher when connecting to a TV with an S (S1) terminal.  
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TVs with SCART Terminal  
Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.  
PC-A10 SCART  
Adapter  
Signal flow  
STV-150 Stereo Video  
Cable (supplied)  
1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections.  
2. Connect the PC-A10 SCART Adapter to the TV or VCR’s SCART terminal.  
3. Connect the STV-150 Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s VIDEO and AUDIO1  
terminals and the audio/video terminals on the SCART Adapter.  
4. If connecting to a TV, set the input selector to VIDEO. If connecting to a VCR, set the  
input selector to LINE.  
❍ The supplied PC-A10 SCART Adapter is for output only. For analog line-in recording or analog-  
digital conversion, please use a SCART Adapter with input capability (commercially available).  
❍ When connecting to the RCA terminal, set the RCA/BNC selector to RCA. When connecting to the  
BNC terminal, set the RCA/BNC selector to BNC.  
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TVs with Audio/Video Terminals  
Refer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.  
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INPUT  
VIDEO  
Signal flow  
AUDIO  
L
STV-150 Stereo Video Cable  
(supplied)  
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1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections.  
2. Connect the STV-150 Stereo Video Cable to the camcorder’s VIDEO and AUDIO1  
terminals and the audio/video terminals on the TV/VCR.  
3. If connecting to a TV, set the input selector to VIDEO. If connecting to a VCR, set the  
input selector to LINE.  
When connecting to the RCA terminal, set the RCA/BNC selector to RCA. When connecting to the  
BNC terminal, set the RCA/BNC selector to BNC.  
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Audio Output  
AUDIO2 RCA terminals  
AUDIO MONITOR  
button  
AUDIO1 RCA terminals  
Selecting the Audio Output of the RCA Terminals  
Press the AUDIO MONITOR button.  
The setting changes with each press of the button in the order of CH 1/2 , CH 3/4 and CH 1/2 +CH 3/4 .  
Selecting the Audio Channels  
AUDIO SETUP  
SEL AUDIO CH•CH1/CH2  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [SEL AUDIO CH], select a setting option  
and close the menu.  
Selecting the Audio Mix  
AUDIO SETUP  
MIX SELECT•••VARIABLE  
(
24)  
1. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [MIX SELECT], set it to [VARIABLE] or  
[FIXED] and close the menu.  
2. When you have selected [VARIABLE], adjust the mix balance with the MIX BALANCE  
CH1/2 and CH3/4 buttons on the wireless controller.  
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Returning to a Pre-marked Position  
If you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory, and the tape  
will stop at that point when you rewind/fast forward the tape.  
This function is operated with the wireless controller.  
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ZERO SET MEMORY  
button  
REW` button  
STOP 3 button  
PLAYe button  
1. Press the ZERO SET MEMORY button at the point you wish to return to later.  
• “0:00:00 ” appears.  
• To cancel, press the ZERO SET MEMORY button again.  
2. When you have finished playback, rewind the tape.  
• “` RTN” appears.  
• The tape stops automatically at “0:00:00”.  
• The tape counter changes to time code.  
The zero set memory may not function correctly when the time code has not been recorded  
consecutively.  
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Index Search  
You can locate the point at which you have recorded the index signal (  
This function is operated with the wireless controller.  
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+ button  
SEARCH SELECT button  
- button  
STOP 3 button  
1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display “INDEX SEARCH”.  
2. Press the + or - button to begin searching.  
• Press more than once to search for further index signals (up to 10 times).  
• Press the STOP 3 button to stop searching.  
Playback may start slightly before or after the index signal.  
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Date Search  
You can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function.  
This function is operated with the wireless controller.  
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+ button  
SEARCH SELECT button  
- button  
STOP 3 button  
1. Press the SEARCH SELECT button to display “DATE SEARCH”.  
2. Press the + or - button to begin searching.  
• Press more than once to search for further date changes (up to 10 times).  
• Press the STOP 3 button to stop searching.  
❍ A recording of longer than a minute per date/area is required.  
❍ Date search may not function if the data code is not correctly displayed.  
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Displaying the Data Code  
The camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data such  
as shutter speed, gain and exposure (f-stop). When you play back a tape, you can display the data code  
and select the data code combination you wish to display.  
MENU button  
DATA CODE button  
MENU button  
SET button  
SET dial  
Selecting the Date/Time Display Combination  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
D/TIME SEL.••DATE & TIME  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [D/TIME SEL.], set it to [DATE] or  
[TIME] and close the menu.  
Selecting the Data Code Display Combination  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
DATA CODE••••DATE/TIME  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [DATA CODE], set it to [CAMERA  
DATA] or [CAM.& D/T] and close the menu.  
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Displaying the Data Code  
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Press the DATA CODE button on the wireless controller.  
The data code will not display the next time you turn on the camcorder.  
Six-Second Auto Date  
Date and time appear for 6 seconds when you begin playback, or to indicate that date or time zone  
has changed.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
6SEC.DATE••••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [6SEC.DATE], set it to [ON] and  
close the menu.  
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Changing the Remote Sensor Mode  
Two remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canon  
wireless controllers being used nearby.  
Turning the Remote Sensor Off  
SYSTEM  
WL.REMOTE••••  
1
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [WL.REMOTE], set it to [OFF B] and close  
the menu.  
“B“ appears.  
Changing the Remote Sensor Mode  
SYSTEM  
WL.REMOTE••••  
1
(
24)  
1. On the camcorder, open the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [WL.REMOTE], set it to  
[A 2] and close the menu.  
The selected mode appears for a few seconds.  
2. On the wireless controller, press and hold the REMOTE SET button. Press the ZOOM T  
button for mode 2. Keep the button pressed for over 2 seconds.  
If you have set the camcorder to mode 1, press the ZOOM W button for mode 1.  
❍ The wireless controller returns to mode 1 when you replace the batteries. Change the mode if  
necessary.  
❍ Make sure that camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode. Display the  
camcorder’s mode by pressing any button on the wireless controller (except of the REMOTE SET  
button) and set the wireless controller’s mode to the same mode. Change the batteries if the  
wireless controller still does not work.  
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Recording to a VCR or Digital Video Device  
You can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If you  
connect a digital video device, you can copy recordings with virtually no generation loss in image and  
sound quality.  
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Connecting the Devices  
q Connecting a VCR  
See Playing Back on a TV Screen (  
83).  
w Connecting a Digital Video Device  
Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin–6 pin) DV Cable.  
Refer also to the instruction manual of the digital video device.  
Signal flow  
DV Cable (optional)  
Recording  
1. Set the POWER dial to VCR and load a recorded cassette.  
2. Connected device: Load a blank cassette and set the device to record pause mode.  
3. Locate the scene you wish to copy and pause playback shortly before the scene.  
4. Play back the tape.  
5. Connected device: Begin recording when the scene you wish to copy appears. Stop  
recording when copying is complete.  
6. Stop playback.  
❍ When connecting a VCR, the quality of the edited tape will be slightly lower than that of the  
original.  
❍ When connecting a digital video device:  
- If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on  
again.  
- Proper operation cannot be guaranteed for all digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal.  
If operation does not work, use the S-video or the audio and video terminals.  
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Recording from Analog Video Devices  
(VCR, TV or Camcorder)  
You can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the camcorder.  
1. Connect the camcorder to the analog video device.  
See Playing Back on a TV Screen (  
83).  
2. Set the POWER dial to VCR and load a blank cassette.  
3. Open the menu and select [AUDIO SETUP]. Select [AUDIO MODE], select a setting  
option and close the menu.  
4. Select the audio input.  
2-channel recording: Select the input with the INPUT SELECT switch of AUDIO1 (for analog line-in, set it  
to AUDIO1).  
4-channel recording: Select the input with the INPUT SELECT switch of AUDIO1 and AUDIO2 (for analog  
line-in, set it to AUDIO1 and AUDIO2).  
5. Connected device: Load the recorded cassette.  
6. Press the 2 and a button (or the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller).  
In record pause mode and during recording, you can check the picture on the screen.  
7. Connected device: Play back the tape.  
8. Press the a button (or the PAUSE a button on the wireless controller) when the scene  
you wish to record appears.  
Recording starts.  
9. Press the 3 button to stop recording.  
• Press the a button to pause recording.  
• Press the a button again to restart recording.  
10.Connected device: Stop playback.  
❍ When you press only the 2 button in step 6, recording starts immediately.  
❍ When connecting to a TV/video with SCART terminal, use a SCART adapter with input capability  
(commercially available). The supplied SCART Adapter PC-A10 is for output only.  
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Recording from Digital Video Devices  
(DV Dubbing)  
You can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually no loss in  
picture and sound quality.  
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1. Connect the camcorder to the digital video device.  
See Connecting a Digital Video Device (  
93).  
2. Set the POWER dial to VCR and load a blank cassette.  
Make sure that [AV\DV] is set to [OFF] (  
98).  
3. Connected device: Load the recorded cassette.  
4. Press the 2 and a button (or the REC PAUSE button on the wireless controller).  
In record pause mode and during recording, you can check the picture on the screen.  
5. Connected Device: Play back the tape.  
6. Press the a button (or the PAUSE a button on the wireless controller) when the scene  
you wish to record appears.  
Recording starts.  
7. Press the 3 button to stop recording.  
• Press the a button to pause recording.  
• Press the a button again to restart recording.  
8. Connected Device: Stop playback.  
❍ Blank sections may be recorded as anomalous picture.  
❍ If the picture does not appear, reconnect the DV cable or turn the camcorder off and back on  
again.  
❍ You can only record signals from devices with the  
logo recording in SD system in SP or LP  
format.  
❍ When you press only the 2 button in step 4, recording starts immediately.  
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Concerning Copyright  
Copyright Precaution  
Certain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programmes are  
copyrighted. Unauthorised recording of these materials may violate copyright protection laws.  
Copyright Signals  
During playback: If you try to play back a tape that contains copyright control signals for protection of  
software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED” appears for a few seconds and the  
camcorder displays a blank blue screen. You cannot playback the contents of the tape.  
During recording: If you try to record from software that contains copyright control signals for  
protection of software, “COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DUBBING RESTRICTED” appears. You cannot record  
the contents of the software.  
You cannot record copyright protection signals to a tape using this camcorder.  
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Converting Analog Signals into Digital  
Signals (Analog-Digital Converter)  
By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can convert analog video/audio  
signals to digital signals and output the digital signals via the DV terminal. The DV terminal serves as  
output terminal only.  
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Connecting the Devices  
Turn off all devices before starting the connections. Unload the tape from the camcorder. Refer also to  
the instruction manual of the connected device. Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV-250F (4  
pin–6 pin) DV Cable.  
You can also connect to the VIDEO terminal (  
85).  
STV-150 Stereo Video Cable  
(supplied)  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
S(S1)  
-VIDEO  
Signal flow  
S-150 S-video Cable (supplied)  
Signal flow  
DV Cable (optional)  
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Turning On the Analog-Digital Converter  
VCR SETUP  
AV DV••••••••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [AV\DV], set it to [ON] and close the  
menu.  
❍ Depending on the signal sent from the connected device, the conversion from analog to digital  
signals might not work properly (e.g., signals that include copyright protective signals or  
anomalous signals such as ghost signals).  
❍ When connecting to a TV/video with SCART terminal, use a SCART adapter with input capability  
(commercially available). The supplied SCART Adapter PC-A10 is for output only.  
❍ For normal use, set [AV\DV] to [OFF]. If it is set to [ON], digital signals cannot be input via the  
camcorder’s DV terminal.  
❍ Depending on the software and the specifications of your computer, you may not be able to  
transfer converted signals via the DV terminal.  
❍ We recommend powering the camcorder from a household power source.  
❍ You can also press the AV/DV button on the wireless controller. The setting changes with each  
press of the button.  
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Connecting to a Computer Using a DV  
(IEEE1394) Cable  
You can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or IEEE1394 capture  
board. Use the editing software supplied with your computer/capture board to transfer video  
recording from tape to computer. Refer to the instruction manual of the software.  
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A driver is preinstalled on Windows operating systems later than Windows 98 Second Edition and on  
Mac operating systems later than Mac OS 9, and will be installed automatically.  
Users of Windows XP can also download the DV-PC Recorder from the Canon Homepage to record  
video/audio to the computer’s hard disk. For details, refer to the DV-PC Recorder Software leaflet.  
Use the optional CV-150F (4 pin–4 pin) or CV-250F (4 pin–6 pin) DV Cable.  
IEEE1394 (DV) terminal  
DV cable (optional)  
6-pin  
4-pin  
❍ Operation may not work correctly depending on the software and the specifications/settings of  
your computer.  
❍ If the computer freezes while you have connected the camcorder, disconnect and reconnect the  
DV cable. If the problem persists, disconnect the interface cable, turn off camcorder and computer,  
turn camcorder and computer back on and reconnect them.  
❍ The XL2 cannot be used with DV Messenger.  
Refer also to the instruction manual of the computer.  
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Settings Retained at Power Off or STANDBY Mode  
The following list shows the settings that are retained when you turn the power off or press the  
STANDBY button when the backup battery is installed.  
Recording Mode  
Power Off  
STANDBY Mode  
Aperture setting in Av mode  
h
h
Shutter speed setting in Tv mode  
Aperture, shutter speed setting in Manual  
mode  
h
h
Custom white balance  
Exposure lock on/off  
Returns to off  
Reset  
h
h
Aperture, shutter speed setting during  
exposure lock  
Reset  
Reset  
Reset  
Reset  
Colour bars setting  
Colour bars on/off  
Film grain setting  
h
h
h
h
Film grain on/off  
CAMERA MENU settings*  
Self-timer on/off  
h
Returns to off  
Returns to off  
h
Interval timer on/off  
TV SCREEN on/off  
EVF display  
Returns to normal display  
Side panel light  
Returns to off  
Zero set memory  
h
* Except for self-timer and interval timer on/off.  
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The following list shows the settings that are retained when you change the programmed AE mode or  
frame rate.  
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Recording Mode  
When you change to  
another programmed When you change to  
When you change  
the frame rate  
AE mode other than  
Easy Recording  
Easy Recording mode  
Aperture setting in Av  
mode  
Reset  
Reset  
h
h
Shutter speed setting in Tv  
mode  
Aperture, shutter speed  
setting in Manual mode  
Reset  
h
h
Custom white balance  
Exposure lock on/off  
h
Returns to off  
Reset  
Aperture, shutter speed  
setting during exposure lock  
Colour bars setting  
Colour bars on/off  
Film grain setting  
Film grain on/off  
CAMERA MENU setting  
Self-timer on/off  
Interval timer on/off  
TV SCREEN on/off  
EVF display  
Reset  
Reset  
h
h
h
h
Reset  
Reset  
h
h
h
h
h
h
h
Side panel light  
Zero set memory  
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Screen Displays  
Hiding the Displays on the Camcorder Screen  
You can hide the displays on the screen to have a clear screen for playback.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
DISPLAYS•••••ON  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [DISPLAYS], set it to  
[OFF <PLAYBK>] and close the menu.  
• Warning messages still appear, and the data code appears if turned on.  
• Tape operation displays appear for 2 seconds.  
Hiding/Showing the Displays on the TV Screen  
When you connect a TV for recording, you can select to hide the camcorder displays on the TV screen.  
For playback, you can show the camcorder displays on the TV screen.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
TV SCREEN••••ON  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [TV SCREEN], set it to [OFF] and  
close the menu.  
The displays disappear from the TV screen.  
DISPLAY SETUP/  
TV SCREEN••••OFF  
(
24)  
Open the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Select [TV SCREEN], set it to [ON] and  
close the menu.  
The displays appear on the TV screen.  
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Screen Displays during Recording  
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See also  
32.  
Gain ( 59)  
Self-timer  
Zoom position/  
zoom speed ( 36)/  
exposure level ( 56)  
Recording mode ( 79)  
Tape operation  
(
77)  
REC  
PAUSE  
STOP  
EJECT  
Programmed AE ( 51)  
Shutter speed* ( 54, 56)  
Aperture* ( 55, 56)  
Condensation warning ( 108)  
Remote sensor mode ( 92)  
Exposure lock ( 57)/  
AE shift ( 58)  
Interval timer ( 75)  
Frame rate ( 42)  
DV control ( 78)  
Audio mode ( 46)  
White balance ( 60)  
Manual focus ( 39)  
Skin detail ( 63)  
Accessory attached to the  
advanced accessory shoe  
Colour bars ( 74)/  
film grain ( 73)  
Character recording ( 79)/  
End search ( 35)  
Audio level indicator ( 49)  
Custom preset ( 64)  
Custom keys ( 70)/  
date and time ( 28)  
* In Manual mode.  
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Screen Displays during Playback  
Tape operation ( 81)  
REC  
PAUSE  
STOP  
EJECT  
e
FF 1  
` REW  
/
: Fast forward playback/  
rewind playback  
2
1
2: ×2 playback  
/
/
1
: ×1 playback  
/
: Frame advance playback/  
frame reverse playback  
: Playback pause  
Date search ( 91)/  
index search ( 88)  
/
Audio output ( 86)  
Mix balance ( 86)  
Custom keys ( 70)  
Data code ( 90)  
Frame rate ( 42)  
Audio mode ( 46)  
User bit ( 45)  
Audio level indicator ( 49)  
Time code  
Side panel  
Recording mode  
Tape has reached  
the end  
Audio mode  
Remaining battery charge  
Audio output during  
playback  
[AUDIO LEVEL] is set  
to [MANUAL]  
Audio level indicator  
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List of Messages  
Message  
Explanation  
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SET THE TIME ZONE,  
DATE AND TIME  
You have not set the time zone, date and time. This message  
appears each time you turn the power on until you set the time  
zone, date and time.  
28  
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CHANGE THE BATTERY  
PACK  
Battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.  
THE TAPE IS SET FOR  
ERASURE PREVENTION  
Cassette is protected. Replace the cassette or change the position of 110  
the protect switch.  
REMOVE THE CASSETTE  
Camcorder stopped operating to protect the tape. Unload and  
reload the cassette.  
23  
CHECK THE INPUT  
DV cable is not connected, or the connected digital device is turned  
off.  
95  
CONDENSATION HAS  
BEEN DETECTED  
Condensation has been detected in the camcorder.  
108  
TAPE END  
Tape reached the end. Rewind the tape or replace the cassette.  
Video heads are dirty. Clean the video heads.  
–
HEADS DIRTY, USE  
108  
CLEANING CASSETTE  
ENTERING “POWER  
STANDBY”  
Appears for 1 second when you press the STANDBY button.  
31  
20  
96  
96  
CHECK THE LENS  
Lens is not correctly mounted. Turn the lens until it clicks. If the  
message does not disappear, unmount and remount the lens.  
COPYRIGHT PROTECTED  
PLAYBACK IS RESTRICTED  
You attempted to play back a copyright protected tape.  
COPYRIGHT PROTECTED You attempted to dub a copyright protected tape. May also appear  
DUBBING RESTRICTED  
when an anomalous signal is received during analog line-in  
recording, or during analog-digital conversion of a copyright  
protected tape.  
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Maintenance/Others  
Camcorder Handling Precautions  
❍Do not carry the camcorder by the viewfinder or the microphone.  
❍Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures, such as a sun-heated car, and  
high humidity.  
❍Do not use the camcorder in places subject to magnetic or electric fields such as near the TV  
transmitters or portable communication devices.  
❍Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources. Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a  
bright subject.  
❍Do not use the camcorder in dusty or sandy places. Dust or sand getting inside the cassette or  
camcorder may cause damage. Dust and sand can also damage the lens. Attach the lens cap after  
use.  
❍The camcorder is not waterproof. Water, mud or salt getting inside the cassette or camcorder may  
cause damage.  
❍Be careful of heat generated by lighting equipment.  
❍Do not disassemble the camcorder. If the camcorder does not function properly, consult qualified  
service personnel.  
❍Handle the camcorder with care. Do not subject the camcorder to shocks or vibration as this may  
cause damage.  
❍Avoid sudden changes in temperature. Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold  
temperatures may cause condensation to form on its internal surfaces (  
108).  
Storage  
❍If you do not intend to use the camcorder for a long time, store it in a place free of dust, in low  
humidity, and at temperatures not higher than 30 ˚C.  
❍After storage, check the functions of your camcorder to make sure that the camcorder is still working  
properly.  
Cleaning  
Camcorder Body and Lens  
❍Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body and lens. Never use chemically treated cloth or  
volatile solvents such as paint thinner.  
LCD Screen  
❍Clean the LCD screen using a commercially available cleaning cloth for glasses.  
❍Condensation may form on the surface of the screen when the temperature changes suddenly. Wipe  
it with a soft dry cloth.  
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Viewfinder  
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1. Pull up the eye cup and open the protect  
cover (e.g. using a flathead screwdriver).  
2. Clean the glass with a cotton swab.  
3. Reattach the protect cover.  
Be careful not to scratch the glass when cleaning.  
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Video Heads  
❍When the message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears, or when the playback picture  
becomes distorted, the video heads need to be cleaned.  
❍To maintain the best picture quality, we recommend cleaning the video heads frequently with the  
Canon DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning Cassette or a commercially available dry cleaning  
cassette.  
❍Tapes already recorded with dirty video heads may not be played back correctly even when you  
clean the video heads.  
❍Do not use wet type cleaning cassettes as this may damage the camcorder.  
Condensation  
Moving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperature may cause condensation (water  
droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. Stop using the camcorder if condensation is detected.  
Continued use may damage the camcorder.  
Condensation may form in the following cases:  
When the camcorder is moved from an air-  
conditioned room to a warm, humid place  
When the camcorder is moved from a cold place  
to a warm room  
When the camcorder is left in a humid room  
When a cold room is heated rapidly  
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How to avoid condensation:  
❍Unload the cassette, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature  
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changes slowly before removing it from the bag.  
When condensation is detected:  
❍The camcorder stops operating, and the warning message “CONDENSATION HAS BEEN DETECTED”  
appears for approx. 4 seconds and “h” starts flashing.  
❍If a cassette is loaded, the warning message “REMOVE THE CASSETTE” appears and “v” starts  
flashing. Remove the cassette immediately and leave the cassette compartment open. Leaving the  
cassette in the camcorder may damage the tape.  
❍A cassette cannot be loaded when condensation is detected.  
Resuming use:  
❍It takes about 1 hour until the water droplets evaporate. After the condensation warning stops  
flashing, wait for 1 more hour before resuming use.  
Battery Pack Handling Precautions  
DANGER!  
Treat the battery pack with care.  
• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).  
• Do not expose the battery pack to temperature higher than 60 ºC. Do not leave it near a heater  
or inside a car in hot weather.  
• Do not try to disassemble or modify it.  
• Do not drop or knock it.  
• Do not get it wet.  
❍Charged battery packs continue to discharge naturally. Therefore, charge them on the day of use, or  
the day before, to ensure a full charge.  
❍Attach the terminal cover whenever a battery pack is not in use. Contact to metallic objects may  
cause a short circuit and damage the battery pack.  
❍Dirty terminals may cause a poor contact between the battery pack and the camcorder. Wipe the  
terminals with a soft cloth.  
❍Since storing a charged battery pack for a long time (about 1 year) can shorten its lifecycle or affect  
performance, we recommend to discharge the battery pack fully and to store it in a dry place at  
temperatures no higher than 30 ˚C. If you do not use the battery pack for long periods, charge and  
discharge it fully at least once a year. If you have more than 1 battery pack, perform these  
precautions at the same time for all battery packs.  
❍Although the battery pack’s operating temperature range is from 0 ˚C to 40 ˚C, the optimal range is  
from 10 ˚C to 30 ˚C. At cold temperatures, performance will temporarily decline. Warm it in your  
pocket before use.  
❍Replace the battery pack if the usable time after full charge diminishes substantially at normal  
temperatures.  
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Cassette Handling Precautions  
❍Rewind tapes after use. If the tape becomes slack and damaged, it may cause picture and sound  
distortion.  
❍Return cassettes in the case and store them upright.  
❍Do not leave the cassette in the camcorder after use.  
❍Do not use spliced tapes or nonstandard cassettes as they may damage the camcorder.  
❍Do not use tapes that have been jammed as video heads may become dirty.  
❍Do not insert anything into the small holes of the cassette, or cover them with cellophane tape.  
❍Handle cassettes with care. Do not drop or subject them to severe impact as this may damage the  
cassettes.  
❍Rewind tapes from time to time if they are stored for a long time.  
❍With cassettes equipped with a memory function, metal plated terminals may become dirty with use.  
Clean the terminals with a cotton swab after about 10 times of loading/unloading. The memory  
function is not supported by the camcorder.  
Protecting Tapes from Accidental Erasure  
To protect your recordings from accidental  
erasure, slide the tab on the cassette to the left.  
(This switch position is usually labelled SAVE or  
ERASE OFF.)  
REC  
SAVE  
REC  
SAVE  
If you load a protected cassette in recording  
mode, the message “THE TAPE IS SET FOR  
ERASURE PREVENTION” appears for approx. 4  
seconds and “v” starts flashing. If you wish to record on that cassette, slide the tab back to the right.  
Using the Camcorder Abroad  
Power Sources  
You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any  
country with power supply between 100 and 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult the Canon Service Centre for  
information on plug adapters for overseas use.  
Playback on a TV Screen  
You can only play back your recordings on TVs with PAL system. The PAL system is used in the  
following countries/areas:  
Algeria, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brunei, China, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hong  
Kong Special Administrative Region, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait,  
Liberia, Malaysia, Malta, Mozambique, the Netherlands, New Zealand, North Korea, Norway, Oman,  
Pakistan, Portugal, Qatar, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Sweden,  
Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Yemen,  
former Yugoslavia, Zambia.  
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Troubleshooting  
If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a Canon  
Service Centre if the problem persists.  
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Power Source  
Problem  
Cause  
Solution  
Camcorder will not turn on. Battery pack is not correctly  
attached.  
Attach the battery pack  
correctly.  
11  
30  
11  
The camcorder switches off Power save function has been  
Turn on the camcorder.  
by itself.  
activated.  
Viewfinder switches on and Battery pack is exhausted.  
off.  
Replace or charge the battery  
pack.  
Recording/Playback  
Buttons will not work.  
Cassette is not loaded.  
Load a cassette.  
23  
“h” flashes on the screen.  
Condensation is detected.  
See reference page.  
108  
“REMOVE THE CASSETTE”  
appears on the screen.  
Camcorder stopped operating  
to protect the tape.  
Unload and reload the cassette. 23  
The wireless controller will Camcorder and wireless  
Change the remote sensor  
modes.  
92  
22  
not work.  
controller are not set to the  
same remote sensor mode.  
Batteries of the wireless  
controller are exhausted.  
Replace the batteries.  
Recording  
Image will not appear on  
the screen.  
The POWER dial is not set to a  
recording program.  
Set the POWER dial to a  
recording program.  
30  
28  
“SET THE TIME ZONE, DATE Time zone, date and time are  
Set the time zone, date and  
AND TIME” appears on the not set, or the backup battery is time, or replace the backup  
screen.  
exhausted.  
battery and reset the date and  
time.  
Pressing the start/stop  
button will not start  
recording.  
Cassette is not loaded.  
Load a cassette.  
23  
30  
The POWER dial is not set to a  
recording program.  
Set the POWER dial to a  
recording program.  
The lock lever on the carrying  
handle is activated.  
Slide the lock lever to the left  
and deactivate it.  
31  
39  
17  
Camcorder will not focus.  
Autofocus does not work on  
that subject.  
Focus manually.  
Viewfinder is not adjusted.  
Adjust the viewfinder with the  
dioptric adjustment lever.  
Lens is dirty.  
Clean the lens.  
106  
79  
The tally lamp will not light [TALLY LAMP] is set to [OFF] in  
up. the menu.  
Set [TALLY LAMP] to [ON].  
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Recording  
Problem  
Cause  
Solution  
A vertical light bar appears Bright light in a dark scene may Record in the Av mode with  
55  
17  
on the screen.  
cause a vertical light bar (smear) F5.6–F8.0.  
to appear. This is not a  
malfunction.  
Viewfinder picture is  
blurred.  
Viewfinder is not adjusted.  
Adjust the viewfinder with the  
dioptric adjustment lever.  
The INPUT SELECT switch is not Set the INPUT SELECT switch to  
Audio is not recorded.  
47  
48  
set to the correct position.  
the correct position.  
The REC LEVEL switch is set to  
M, and recording level is set too  
low.  
Adjust the audio level correctly. 49  
Audio is recorded in a very Microphone connected to the  
Set the +48V switch to ON.  
47  
48  
low level.  
XLR terminal needs to be  
powered by the phantom  
power.  
Microphone attenuator is  
turned on.  
Set the MIC ATT. switch to OFF.  
47  
48  
Playback  
Problem  
Cause  
Solution  
Pressing the playback  
button does not start  
playback.  
Camcorder is turned off, or is  
not set to VCR mode.  
Set the camcorder to VCR  
mode.  
81  
Cassette is not loaded.  
Load a cassette.  
23  
108  
–
Tape is running, but image Video heads are dirty.  
will not appear on the TV  
screen.  
Clean the video heads.  
Stop playback/dubbing.  
You attempted to play back or  
dub copyright protected tape.  
Others  
Lenses with built-in image  
stabilizer: Detected air  
bubbles inside the lens.  
Sometimes air bubbles may  
form inside the lens in airplanes  
or on high mountains. This is  
not a malfunction. The air  
bubbles disappear in about 1  
week.  
–
– – –  
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System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)  
ZR-1000 Zoom  
Remote Controller  
E
SS-1000 Shoulder Strap  
WL-D4000  
Wireless  
Controller  
MA-300 Microphone  
Adapter  
FU-1000 Monochrome CRT  
Viewfinder Unit  
MiniDV  
Video  
Cassette  
Extender XL  
1.6× *  
CB-920 Car Battery  
Adapter  
FS-72U  
Filter Set  
16× IS II Zoom Lens  
XL 5.5-88 mm  
DC-920  
DC Coupler  
BP-930, BP-945  
Battery Pack  
3× Zoom Lens XL  
3.4-10.2 mm  
CA-920 Compact  
Power Adapter  
16× Manual Zoom Lens  
XL 5.4-86.4 mm  
BP-930, BP-945  
Battery Pack  
CH-910 Dual Battery  
Charger/Holder  
20× L IS Zoom Lens  
XL 5.4-108 mm  
S-150 S-video Cable  
EF  
VCR  
lens **  
PC-A10  
SCART  
Adapter  
EF Adapter XL  
STV-150  
Stereo Video Cable  
HC-3200  
TV  
System Case  
CV-150F/CV-250F DV Cable  
Digital Device  
TA-100 Tripod Adapter  
* Can be attached to the 20× L IS, 16× IS II and 16× manual zoom lenses.  
** EF-S lenses cannot be used.  
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Optional Accessories  
Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.  
This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon  
accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire,  
etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion  
of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the  
malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a  
chargeable basis.  
Battery Packs  
BP-930  
BP-945  
The BP-930 is also available as an optional  
accessory.  
The optional BP-945 provides 50% more  
recording time than the BP-930.  
Car Battery Adapter CB-920  
Use the car battery adapter to power the  
camcorder or charge battery packs on the move.  
The car battery adapter plugs into your car’s  
cigarette lighter socket and runs off a 12-24V DC  
negative ground battery.  
FS-72U Filter Set  
Ultraviolet, neutral density and circular  
polarizing filters to help you take control of  
difficult lighting conditions.  
HC-3200 System Case  
A solid, lockable case that provides safe and  
stylish protection for the camcorder during  
transportation and storage.  
3× Zoom Lens XL 3.4–10.2 mm  
A super wide-angle lens that gives a range of  
32.1–96.3 mm (35mm film equivalent).  
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16× Manual Zoom Lens XL 5.4–86.4 mm  
A high-resolution zoom lens with two zoom  
modes (manual and powered), built-in ND filter  
and AE functions.  
E
Extender XL 1.6×  
Attach this extender between a Canon XL lens  
and the XL2 to boost the focal length of the lens  
by 1.6×.  
EF Adapter XL  
This allows you to attach Canon EF lenses to the  
XL2. The difference in size between the XL2’s  
1/3-inch CCD’s and 35mm film means that the  
effective focal length of still camera lenses is  
multiplied by 9.4× (4:3)/7.7× (16:9).  
•
Consult your local service outlet to make sure there  
are no compatibility problems with your chosen lens.  
FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit  
Professional quality B&W viewfinder with a  
1.5-inch CRT.  
• When you use the FU-1000 with the XL2, you  
can supply power from the CA-920 or optional  
CB-920. The battery adapter supplied with the  
FU-1000 is not required. Attach the DC Coupler  
directly to the XL2, and connect it with the  
CA920/CB-920.  
TA-100 Tripod Adapter  
The TA-100 allows you to quickly  
mount/unmount the XL2 on/from a tripod.  
MA-300 Microphone Adapter  
With the MA-300, you can use balanced  
microphones on all 4 channels.  
• Phantom power cannot be used with the  
MA-300.  
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CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder  
The CH-910 can charge two battery packs  
consecutively. You can also power the camcorder  
by connecting the CH-910 with charged battery  
packs to the camcorder. When you attach two  
battery packs, a battery pack can be exchanged  
without interrupting the power supply.  
Battery Pack  
BP-930  
Charging Time  
240 min.  
BP-945  
280 min.  
Charging time varies according to the charging condition.  
Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000  
When this product is plugged into the LANC m  
terminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible to  
control functions such as the start and stop of  
recording and the zoom and focusing functions  
while the camcorder is mounted on a tripod,  
without touching the camcorder body itself.  
This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video  
equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.  
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Specifications  
XL2  
System  
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Video Recording System  
2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system),  
digital component recording  
Audio Recording System  
Television System  
Image Sensor  
PCM digital sound: 16 bit (48 kHz/2 ch); 12 bit (32 kHz/4 ch)  
CCIR standard (625 lines, 50 fields) PAL colour signal  
1/3-inch CCD × 3 (horizontal pixel shift), approx. 800,000 pixels  
Effective pixels:  
4:3 approx. 410,000 pixels  
16:9 approx. 550,000 pixels  
Tape Format  
Tape Speed  
Videocassettes bearing the “MiniDV” mark  
SP: 18.83 mm/s, LP: 12.57 mm/s  
SP: 80 min., LP: 120 min.  
Maximum Recording Time  
(80 min. cassette)  
Fast Forward/Rewind Time  
Viewfinder  
Approx. 2 min. 20 sec. (with a 60 min. cassette)  
2-inch. TFT colour, approx. 200,000 pixels, RGB delta configuration  
Stereo electret condenser microphone  
Microphone  
Lens mount  
XL interchangeable mount system  
AF System  
TTL autofocus, manual focusing with focus ring (with 20× L IS lens)  
White Balance  
Auto white balance, pre-set white balance (indoor, outdoor) or custom  
white balance  
Minimum Illumination  
0.8 lx (with 20× L IS lens, 50i mode, Manual mode, 1/6 shutter, F1.6,  
Gain 18 dB)  
Recommended Illumination  
More than 100 lx  
Input/Output Terminals  
S-video Terminal  
1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Y signal), 0.3 Vp-p/75 ohms (C signal)  
Video Terminal  
RCA jack/BNC jack  
1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced  
Audio Out Terminals  
Audio In Terminals  
RCA jack (L, R) 2 sets  
-10 dBv (47 kohm load, full-scale -12 dB)/3 kohms or less, unbalanced  
FRONT MIC: ø3.5 stereo mini jack (unbalanced), ATT: 20 dB  
-55 dBv (Auto mode)/600 ohms  
Max: -67 dBv (Manual mode, max. volume)  
AUDIO 1, 2: RCA jack (unbalanced)  
-10 dBv/47 kohms  
REAR:  
XLR jack (pin1: shield, pin2: hot, pin3: cold), ATT: 20 dB  
-54 dBv (Auto mode)/600 ohms  
Max 1: -66 dBv (Auto mode, REAR MIC Gain Up 12 dB)  
Max 2: -66 dBv (Manual mode, max. volume)  
Max 3: -78 dBv (Manual mode, max. volume, REAR MIC Gain  
Up 12 dB)  
DV Terminal  
Special 4-pin connector (IEEE1394 compliant)  
Headphone Terminal  
ø3.5 mm stereo mini-jack  
-23.5 dBv (16 ohm load)/50ohms  
LANC Terminal  
ø2.5 mm stereo mini-jack  
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Power/Others  
Power supply (rated)  
Power consumption  
Operating temperature  
Dimensions (W × H × D)  
7.2 V DC  
7.1 W (recording with autofocus, 20× L IS Lens mounted)  
0 – 40 ˚C  
225 × 220 × 496 mm  
Weight (camcorder body only)  
(fully loaded)  
2410 g  
3545 g  
Lens  
Some lens specifications change as shown below when mounting on the XL2.  
Field size at closest  
focusing distance  
Angle of view  
Wide angle  
37° 54’ × 28° 6’ (4:3)  
49° 18’ × 28° 6’ (16:9) 2° 36’ × 1° 24’ (16:9)  
Telephoto  
Wide angle  
Telephoto  
20× L IS Lens  
2° 0’ × 1° 24’ (4:3)  
[20 mm]  
45.0 × 32.5 mm (4:3)  
61.2 × 32.5 mm (16:9)  
[1 m]  
50.1 × 36.5 mm (4:3)  
66.9 × 36.5 mm (16:9)  
16× IS II  
Zoom Lens  
37° 18’ × 27° 42’ (4:3) 2° 24’ × 1° 48’ (4:3)  
48° 30’ × 27° 42’ (16:9) 3° 12’ × 1° 48’ (16:9)  
[20 mm]  
42.8 × 30.9 mm (4:3)  
58.3 × 30.9 mm (16:9)  
[1 m]  
56.3 × 41.1 mm (4:3)  
75.2 × 41.1 mm (16:9)  
3× Zoom  
XL Lens  
57° 12’ × 43° 24’ (4:3) 20° 36’ × 15° 6’ (4:3)  
72° 12’ × 43° 24’ (16:9) 27° 18’ × 15° 6’ (16:9)  
[20 mm]  
55.7 × 40.6 mm (4:3)  
[0.5 m]  
192.3 × 140.5 mm (4:3)  
74.3 × 40.6 mm (16:9) 256.5 × 140.5 mm (16:9)  
16× Manual  
Zoom Lens  
37° 54’ × 28° 6’ (4:3)  
49° 18’ × 28° 6’ (16:9) 3° 18’ × 1° 48’ (16:9)  
2° 30’ × 1° 48’ (4:3)  
[50 mm]  
56.7 × 40.9 mm (4:3)  
77.3 × 40.9 mm (16:9)  
[1 m]  
39.8 × 29.2 mm (4:3)  
53.0 × 29.2 mm (16:9)  
CA-920 Compact Power Adapter  
Power supply  
100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption  
Rated output  
24 W  
Adapter: 7.2 V DC, 2.0 A  
Charger: 8.4 V DC, 1.5 A  
Operating temperature  
Dimensions  
0°– 40 ˚C  
75 × 99 × 51 mm  
215 g without power cable  
Weight  
BP-930 Battery Pack  
Battery type  
Rechargeable lithium ion battery  
Rated voltage  
Operating temperature  
Battery capacity  
Dimensions  
7.2 V DC  
0°– 40°C  
3,000 mAh  
38.2 × 39.0 × 70.5 mm  
190 g  
Weight  
Weight and dimensions are approximate. Errors and omissions excepted. Subject to change without notice.  
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Index  
16:9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Setup level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Shoulder strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Shutter speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54  
Skin detail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
SP mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
G
Gain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59  
Gamma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Grip belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Grip zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
E
A
Abroad, using the  
camcorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110  
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 114  
AE shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58  
Analog-digital converter . . . . . 97  
Analog line-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94  
Audio level indicator . . . . . . . . 49  
Audio mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Audio output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
Audio reference signal . . . . . . . 74  
Audio recording . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
Autofocus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
Av mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
H
Handle zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
Hue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63  
T
Tally lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
Tape protection . . . . . . . . . . . 110  
Time code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . 111  
Tv mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
TV screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83  
I
Index search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88  
Index write . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71  
Interval timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75  
K
Knee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
U
User Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
B
L
Backup battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Black level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80  
LCD panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Lens hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21  
Low-angle recording. . . . . . . . . 31  
Low light mode . . . . . . . . . . . . 52  
LP mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79  
V
VCR STOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 70  
Video heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108  
Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-18  
C
Centre marker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32  
Character recording . . . . . . . . . 79  
Clear scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69  
Colour bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74  
Colour gain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Colour matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
Colour Phase. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108  
Coring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Custom keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70  
Custom preset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64  
W
Widescreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
Wireless controller . . . . . . . . . . 22  
White balance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60  
M
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106  
Manual focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Manual mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
Master pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
Microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 47  
Mix balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86  
X
XL lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 114  
Z
Zebra pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62  
Zero set memory. . . . . . . . . . . . 87  
Zoom preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37  
Zooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36  
N
ND filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
NR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65  
D
Data code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90  
Date and time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
Date format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80  
Date search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89  
DC coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
DV control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78  
DV dubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95  
DV terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . 95, 99  
O
Optional accessories . . . . . . . . 114  
P
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81  
Power adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11  
Power save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
Programmed AE . . . . . . . . . . . . 51  
E
Easy recording mode . . . . . . . . 51  
Edit search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82  
End search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35  
Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57  
R
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
Recording programs . . . . . . . . . 51  
Record review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Record search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34  
Remote sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
F
Film grain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73  
Focus preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
Focusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
Frame rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42  
S
Screen display . . . . . . . . . 102-104  
Self-timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77  
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CANON INC.  
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P.O. Box 2262, 1180 EG Amstelveen, the Netherlands  
Canon UK Ltd.  
CCI Service Centre  
Unit 130, Centennial Park, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 3SE, England  
Telephone 0870-241-2161  
Canon Australia Pty. Ltd.  
Info-Line: 131383  
www.canon.com.au  
Canon New Zealand Ltd.  
Customer Care: (09) 489 0470  
www.canon.co.nz  
Canon Singapore Pte. Ltd  
1 HarbourFront Avenue, #04-01 Keppel Bay Tower, Singapore 098632  
Tel: (65) 6799 8888, Fax: (65) 6799 8882  
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Sales & Enquiries: 703 Waterford Way Suite 400 Miami, FL 33126 USA  
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