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Video Scopes100Configuring the VectorscopeThe camcorder’s vectorscope function offers 2 modes. You can also change the gain.1 Open the [Vectorscope] s

101Adding Marks while RecordingAdding Marks while RecordingWhen recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a “shot mark” (!). There

Adding Marks while Recording102NOTES• There may be up to a 0.5 second delay from when you press the button to when the camcorder adds the shot mark. W

103Recording GPS Information (Geotagging)Recording GPS Information (Geotagging)When the optional GP-E1 GPS Receiver is attached to the camcorder’s WFT

Recording GPS Information (Geotagging)104• The GPS information recorded with clips may contain data that can lead others to locate or identify you. Be

105Reviewing a RecordingReviewing a RecordingWhen the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that was recorded.1 Open the [Rec Review] s

Special Recording Modes106Special Recording ModesThe camcorder features 4 special recording modes.Interval recording ([Interval Rec]): The camcorder w

107Special Recording Modes• [INT STBY] changes to [Ü INT REC] while recording frames and [Ü INT STBY] while between intervals.4 Press the START/STOP b

Special Recording Modes1084 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.[w Other Functions] > [Special Rec]5 Select [Off] and then press SET.• Frame recording m

109Special Recording ModesActivating Slow & Fast Motion Mode and Recording1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu.[w Other Functions] > [Special Rec]2

111IntroductionAbout this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon EOS C300/C300 PL. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder an

Special Recording Modes110Pre-recording ModeWhen pre-recording mode is activated, the camcorder starts recording continuously into a temporary memory

4111CustomizationAssignable ButtonsThe camcorder conveniently features 15* buttons to which you can assign various functions. By assigning often-used

Assignable Buttons112• You can reset only the functions assigned to the assignable buttons, without affecting other camera settings, with the [w Other

113Assignable Buttons* Function can be used only by assigning it to a button.[Photo]* Records a photo. Ü Ü 147[FUNC.]Enters the direct setting mode, r

Custom Picture Settings114Custom Picture SettingsYou can preset a number of picture-related settings (A 117). After changing individual settings to yo

115Custom Picture SettingsEditing a Custom Picture File’s Settings1 After selecting a file, select [, / Edit File] and then press SET.2 Select a setti

Custom Picture Settings116Protecting Custom Picture FilesProtecting a custom picture file prevents its settings from being accidentally changed.1 Afte

117Custom Picture Settings4 Press the CUSTOM PICTURE button to exit the custom picture menu.Replacing a File on an SD Card with a File in the Camcorde

Custom Picture Settings118[EOS Std.]: This gamma curve approximates the look of an EOS digital SLR camera when the picture style is set to [Standard]

119Custom Picture Settings[Low Key Satur.]Adjusts color saturation in dark areas.[Enable]: Activates/deactivates the setting. (Default: [Off])[Level]:

About this Manual12Operating modes indicates that a function is available in the operating mode indicated and indicates that the function is not ava

Custom Picture Settings120[Level]: Sets the coring level. Higher values prevent sharpness from being applied to minute details, resulting in less nois

121Custom Picture Settings[Selective NR]The camcorder detects the characteristics of a certain color or tone and applies a noise reduction filter to t

Custom Picture Settings122[Area A Revision]: Sets the amount of correction for area A.[Level]: Adjusts the amount of correction to the color saturatio

123Customizing Functions and Onscreen DisplaysCustomizing Functions and Onscreen DisplaysCustomize the camcorder to match your shooting style and need

Saving and Loading Camera Settings124Saving and Loading Camera SettingsAfter you adjust custom picture settings and settings in the various menus, you

5125PlaybackPlaybackThis section explains how to play back clips recorded on a CF card. For details on playing back clips using an external monitor, r

Playback126* For clips recorded using slow & fast motion mode, the shooting frame rate and playback frame rate will both be displayed.vSwitching B

127PlaybackPlaying Back ClipsYou can play back clips from the clip index screen, [$ Mark] index screen and [% Mark] index screen. Use the playback con

Playback128Onscreen Displays1Appears when [£ LCD/VF Setup] > [Metadata Display] > [Camera Data] is set to [On].2Appears when [£ LCD/VF Setup] &g

129PlaybackPlayback ControlsWhen you play back a clip, operate the buttons on camcorder’s body or on the monitor unit or use the joystick and joystick

13Supplied AccessoriesSupplied AccessoriesThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder.1Comes pre-attached to the camcorder.2Used to secu

Clip Operations130Clip OperationsBesides playing back a clip, you can perform other operations such as deleting a clip or displaying clip information.

131Clip OperationsUsing the Clip Menu1 Select a clip and then press SET.• The clip menu appears. Available functions depend on the index screen and wh

Clip Operations132Displaying the Lens Information and User MemoFrom the [Clip Info] screen, push the joystick up or turn the SELECT dial up to display

133Clip OperationsDeleting $ Marks or % MarksDeleting an $ Mark or % Mark from a Clip1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip men

Clip Operations134Copying All Clips with an $ Mark1Open the [Copy $ Clips] submenu.[w Other Functions] > [Clips] > [Copy $ Clips]2 Select [OK] a

135Clip Operations3 Select [OK] and then press SET.• The user memo and GPS information is deleted and the screen changes back to the clip index screen

Clip Operations136NOTES• After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Shot Mark] index scre

137Clip OperationsAdding Shot MarksYou can add shot marks (", # or both) to shots in a clip you want to set apart. Later, you can display an inde

Clip Operations138Changing a Clip’s ThumbnailYou can change the thumbnail that appears in the clip index screen to a thumbnail of a frame that appears

6139External ConnectionsVideo Output ConfigurationThe video signal output from the HD/SD SDI, HDMI OUT and SYNC OUT terminals depends on the clip’s vi

Names of Parts14Names of Parts678910111213165432115141 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 79)/Assignable button 1 (A 111)2 PEAKING button (A 79) /Assigna

Connecting to an External Monitor140Connecting to an External MonitorWhen you connect the camcorder to an external monitor for recording or playback,

141Connecting to an External MonitorUsing the HD/SD SDI TerminalThe digital signal output from the HD/SD SDI terminal includes the video signal, audio

Connecting to an External Monitor142• If necessary, you can superimpose the onscreen displays on the video displayed on the external monitor (A 142).S

143Saving Clips to a ComputerSaving Clips to a ComputerUse Canon XF Utility to save clips or one of the Canon XF plugins* to import clips into non-lin

Saving Clips to a Computer144• When the installation has completed, Installation has completed successfully appears.6 Click Next and then click Finish

145Saving Clips to a ComputerUninstalling the Software (Mac OS)Drag and drop the file or folder corresponding to the software that you want to uninsta

Saving Clips to a Computer146Viewing the Software Instruction ManualsFor details on using the software, refer to the instruction manual (PDF file) of

7147PhotosTaking PhotosYou can take photos when the camcorder is in mode or you can capture a photo from a clip when the camcorder is in mode. Pho

Taking Photos148IMPORTANT• Observe the following precautions while the SD card access indicator is flashing. Failure to do so may result in permanent

149Photo PlaybackPhoto PlaybackYou can view the photos that you took with the camcorder.Displaying the [Photos] Index ScreenDisplay the [Photos] index

15Names of Parts29171819202122232425262728303117 WFT terminal (A 49, 103)18 EXT (external signal) terminals 1 and 2 (A 36)19 REMOTE terminalFor connec

Photo Operations150Photo OperationsYou can use the photo menu to protect or unprotect a photo, delete a photo, or copy a custom picture file embedded

151Photo OperationsDeleting All Photos1 Open the [Delete All Photos] submenu.[w Other Functions] > [Delete All Photos]2 Select [OK] and then press

Photo Operations152IMPORTANT• Initializing an SD card will permanently erase all the data it contains, including protected photos and custom picture f

153Photo OperationsPhoto NumberingPhotos are automatically assigned consecutive numbers from 0101 to 9900, and stored on the SD card in folders contai

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8155Additional InformationMenu OptionsFor details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (A 29). For details about each function, see t

Menu Options156[¡ Audio Setup] menu* Not available in the [Photos] index screen.[¢ Video Setup] menu* Not available for 24.00P recordings.Menu item Su

157Menu Options[£ LCD/VF Setup] menuMenu item Submenu Setting options A[LCD Setup] [Brightness] -99 to 99 (±0) Ü Ü39[Contrast] -99 to 99 (±0) Ü Ü[Colo

Menu Options158* Not available in the [Photos] index screen.[Audio Level]: Displays the audio level meter when set to [On].[Custom Display 1] settings

159Menu Options[ND Filter]: Displays the ND filter indicator when set to [On].# [AF Mode]: When set to [On], displays the autofocus icon (AF) if the f

Names of Parts163339404142343536373832#$32 START/STOP button (A 51)33 # EF Lens mount index (A 32)34 # EF-S Lens mount index (A 32)35 # Lens release b

Menu Options160[GPS]: Displays the GPS icon ( ) when set to [On].[Date/Time]: Displays the date and time when set to [On].[Metadata Display]: Displays

161Menu Options[WFM (LCD)]1[Setting] [WFM], [VS], [Edge Mon.], [Off] Ü –99[WFM], [VS], [Off] – Ü[Waveform Monitor] [Line], [Line+Spot], [Field], [RGB

Menu Options162[Slow & Fast Motion] [S&F Frame Rate] When [24.00P] is set to [On] or [NTSC/PAL] is set to [NTSC]:1 to 30 (fps) (30) if [Bit R

163Menu Options1Not available in the [Photos] index screen.2The default value depends on the country/region or purchase.3Setting options for [Assign B

Menu Options164[Organization]: This identifier represents the organization that owns or operates the camcorder and can be obtained by registering with

165Displaying the Status ScreensDisplaying the Status ScreensYou can use the status screens to check the camcorder’s various recording- and playback-r

Displaying the Status Screens166[Camera] Status Screen ( mode only)[Assign Button 1/2], [Assign Button 2/2] Status Screen* Assignable buttons 10 to 15

167Displaying the Status Screens[Audio] Status Screen[Media] Status ScreenNOTES• Depending on the recording media, the total space displayed on the sc

Displaying the Status Screens168[Video] Status Screen[Metadata 1/2] Status Screen ( mode only)[Metadata 2/2] Status Screen ( mode only)1675892341 HDMI

169Displaying the Status Screens[Battery/Hour Meter] Status Screen[/ Data 1/3] Status Screen ( mode only)123451 Remaining recording time2 Remaining re

17Names of Parts5455565758596463626160535251504948474645444343 Viewfinder unit44 Viewfinder unit LOCK/RELEASE screw (A 181)45 (rear panel’s backlight

Displaying the Status Screens170[/ Data 2/3] Status Screen ( mode only)[/ Data 3/3] Status Screen ( mode only)13256741 Sharpness settings (level, hori

171Displaying the Status Screens[GPS Information Display] Status Screen ( mode only)For details refer to Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) (A 103

Troubleshooting172TroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if th

173TroubleshootingAfter using the camcorder for a long time, it becomes hot.- The camcorder may become hot after using it continuously for long period

Troubleshooting174Picture and SoundScreen displays turn on and off repeatedly.- The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack.- Re

175TroubleshootingThe optional RC-V100 Remote Controller or commercially available remote control does not work.- Make sure that the [Other Settings]

Troubleshooting176CF A/CF B error- The CF card cannot be recognized or cannot be accessed. Check that the CF card is inserted correctly and not malfun

177TroubleshootingData on CF A/CF B needs recovering Attempt to recover?- If data on the CF card is corrupted, such as when the power suddenly turne

Handling Precautions178Handling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Do not carry the cam

179Handling PrecautionsLong-term storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C. • To extend the battery life of th

Names of Parts18666768696565 Tape measure hooksUse the hooks to accurately measure the distance from the focal plane. 66 Focal plane marks67 Socket fo

Handling Precautions180Recording Media• We recommend backing up the recordings on the recording media onto your computer. Data may be corrupted or los

181Maintenance/OthersMaintenance/OthersCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated cloths

Maintenance/Others182CondensationMoving the camcorder rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its

183Optional AccessoriesOptional AccessoriesThe following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder. The availability differs from area t

Optional Accessories184Battery PacksWhen you need extra battery packs, select from the following: BP-950G, BP-955, BP-970G*, BP-975*.When you use batt

185Optional Accessories# Approximate times using the viewfinder (monitor unit not attached)$ Approximate times with the monitor unit attached (LCD scr

Optional Accessories186$ Approximate times using the viewfinder (monitor unit not attached)TA-100 Tripod AdapterThe TA-100 allows you to quickly mount

187SpecificationsSpecificationsC300 / C300 PLSystem• Recording SystemMovies: Video compression: MPEG-2 Long GOP;Audio compression: Linear PCM, 16 bit

Specifications188•Shutter Speed Speed (1/3-stop increments, 1/4-stop increments), angle, clear scan, slow, off• # Lens Peripheral Illumination Correct

189SpecificationsPower/Others• Power Supply (rated)7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (DC IN)• Power Consumption (recording at 50 Mbps, viewfinder/LCD

19Names of PartsMonitor Unit213456Operation panel (A 20)1LCD panel2 MIRROR button (A 38)3 Microphone lock screw (A 91)4 Microphone holder (A 91)5 Micr

Specifications190Handle UnitModular unit includes a cold accessory shoe and socket for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws for other accessories.•Weight: Approx.

19124.00P . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59AABB (automatic black balance) . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Accessories .

192Interval recording mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106Iris* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69ISO spe

193TTally lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161Terminal covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Thumb r

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2Important Usage InstructionsWARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.WARNINGTO REDUCE THE

Names of Parts20Operation panel19202423222112111098713 14 15 16 17 187 DISP. (display) button (A 55, 128)8 Ñ (stop) button (A 127)/Assignable button 1

21Names of PartsGrip UnitHandle Unit56712341 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 79)/Assignable button 7 (A 111)2Control dial (A 66, 69)3START/STOP button

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223PreparationsPreparing the Power SupplyYou can power the camcorder using a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. If you connect

Preparing the Power Supply24Attaching the Battery Pack1Set the Q switch to OFF.2 Slide the BATT. OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow and open th

25Preparing the Power SupplyPress the BATT. INFO button to display the remaining battery charge for 5 seconds. Depending on the battery life, the batt

Preparing the Power Supply26Turning the Camcorder On and OffThe camcorder has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings and MEDIA ( )

27Date, Time and Language SettingsDate, Time and Language SettingsSetting the Date and TimeYou will need to set the date and time of the camcorder bef

Date, Time and Language Settings28Displaying the Date and Time while RecordingYou can display the date and time on the screen.1 Press the MENU button.

29Using the MenusUsing the MenusIn mode, many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menu for general settings, which opens after pre

3Only for European Union and EEA (Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein)These symbols indicate that this product is not to be disposed of with your househ

Using the Menus30• The orange selection frame will appear on a setting option.• Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous submenu.6 Push the j

31Using the MenusRemoving Menu Settings1 Open the My Menu [Delete] screen.[My Menu] > [Edit] > [Delete]2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the S

Preparing the Camcorder32Preparing the CamcorderThis section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching a lens and attaching

33Preparing the Camcorder# Attaching an EF Lens1 Set the Q switch to OFF.2 Remove the body cap from the camcorder and any dust caps from the lens.3 At

Preparing the Camcorder34# Peripheral Illumination CorrectionDepending on the characteristics of the lens used, the image around the corners of the pi

35Preparing the Camcorder- The level of correction will be lower the higher the ISO speed/gain setting used.- No correction will be applied when corre

Preparing the Camcorder36$ Attaching a PL Lens1Set the Q switch to OFF.2 Hold a bayonet ring handle and turn the bayonet ring counter-clockwise to rem

37Preparing the CamcorderRemoving the Monitor Unit1 Set the Q switch to OFF.2 Disconnect the monitor unit’s cables from the camcorder’s EXT 1 and EXT

Preparing the Camcorder38Dioptric AdjustmentTurn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment dial.Attaching the Viewfinder CapPointing the vie

39Preparing the Camcorder• If you are not interested in using the viewfinder while the monitor unit is attached, you can set [£ LCD/VF Setup] > [LC

4Important Safety InstructionsIn these safety instructions the word “apparatus” refers to the Canon HD Camcorder EOS C300 / EOS C300 PL and all its ac

Preparing the Camcorder40Using a TripodThe camcorder is shipped with the TB-1 Tripod Base for tripods with 0.95 cm (3/8 in.) screws. You can mount the

41Preparing the CamcorderAttaching the Grip UnitThe grip unit can be attached in any of 24 positions (at 15º intervals) to give you a convenient grip

Preparing the Camcorder42Removing and Attaching the Terminal CoversYou can remove the plastic covers of the following terminals and SD card slot to ac

43Preparing Recording MediaPreparing Recording MediaThe camcorder records clips to 1 CompactFlash (CF) cards and photos* to . SD and / SDHC memory car

Preparing Recording Media44Removing a CF card1 Wait until the access indicator for the card slot with the CF card to be removed is off.2 Slide the CF

45Preparing Recording MediaInitializing the Recording MediaThe first time you use any recording media with this camcorder, initialize it first. You ca

Preparing Recording Media46Press the SLOT SELECT button.• The access indicator of the selected CF card slot will illuminate in green. On the screen, t

47Preparing Recording MediaChecking the Available Recording Time for CF CardsWhen the camcorder is in mode, the display on the upper left of the scr

Adjusting the Black Balance48Adjusting the Black BalanceYou can have the camcorder adjust the black balance automatically when ambient temperature cha

49Operating the Camcorder RemotelyOperating the Camcorder RemotelyThere are two methods in which the camcorder can be operated remotely. The first is

5Highlights of the EOS C300/C300 PLThe Canon HD Camcorder EOS C300/C300 PL has been designed to meet the demanding needs and highest expectations of i

Operating the Camcorder Remotely50Using the WFT-E6 Wireless File TransmitterYou can attach an optional WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter to the camcord

351RecordingRecording VideoThis section explains the recording basics. Before you begin recording, make a test recording first to check if the camcord

Recording Video522 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.• Recording starts. The tally lamp illuminates and the recording indicator [ÜREC] ap

53Recording VideoLocking the Controls in Recording ModeOnce in mode, you can set the Q switch to C (key lock) to lock all the physical controls (but

Recording Video54Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote After completing the necessary preparations (A 49), you can start and stop recording from a Wi-Fi

55Recording VideoOnscreen DisplaysRefer to this section for an explanation of the various screen displays that appear in mode. You can use the custo

Recording Video56NOTES• You can press the DISP. button to switch the onscreen displays in the following sequence.Show all onscreen displays  show onl

57Recording VideoRear Panel DisplaysYou can check the following information on the rear panel. This allows you to easily adjust main camera functions

Recording Video58Canon Log Gamma and CINEMA PresetYou can easily set the camcorder to use a number of preset picture-related settings especially desig

59Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame RateVideo Configuration: Type of Recording, Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Ra

6Custom picture settingsWith custom picture settings (A 114), you can enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the “look” you want by adjusting par

Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate60Available bit rate, resolution and frame rate settings* The first line in

61Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. ButtonChanging Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. ButtonYou can adjust three main camera functions –

Shutter Speed62Shutter SpeedSet the shutter speed based on the recording conditions. For example, you may want to set slower shutter speeds in darker

63Shutter SpeedChanging the Shutter Speed Mode and Value1 Open the shutter [Mode] submenu.[~ Camera Setup] > [Shutter] > [Mode]2 Select the desi

Shutter Speed64NOTES• Closing down the aperture when recording under bright conditions may cause the picture to appear soft or out of focus. To avoid

65ISO Speed/GainISO Speed/GainDepending on the shooting conditions you may want to adjust the brightness of the image. You can do so by changing the I

ISO Speed/Gain66NOTES• If you set an assignable button to [FUNC. ISO/Gain] (A 111), you can press the button to enter the direct setting mode with the

67ISO Speed/GainRemote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote After completing the necessary preparations (A 49), you can adjust the ISO speed/gain remotely fro

ND Filter68ND FilterUsing the ND filters allows you keep the aperture within an appropriate range when recording in bright surroundings*.* Closing dow

69# Adjusting the Aperture# Adjusting the ApertureYou can affect the brightness of your recordings or change the depth of field by adjusting the apert

71. Introduction 11About this Manual 11Conventions Used in this Manual 11Supplied Accessories 13Names of Parts 14Monitor Unit 19Grip Unit 21Handle Uni

# Adjusting the Aperture70To change the aperture mode and value1 Open the aperture [Mode] submenu.[~ Camera Setup] > [Iris] > [Mode]• This subme

71# Adjusting the ApertureNOTES• When using an EF lens with no lens contacts, such as a Canon Cinema lens, you cannot adjust the aperture using the ca

# Adjusting the Aperture72• During the automatic adjustment, the aperture value on the Wi-Fi Remote screen will be grayed out. Once the adjustment is

73# Adjusting the Aperture1 Open the [AE Shift] submenu.[~ Camera Setup] > [AE Shift]2 Select an AE shift level and then press SET.• The selected A

White Balance74White BalanceThe camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture and ensure accurate colors under different

75White Balance• On the screen: The adjustment value ±0 will appear next to the white balance icon, highlighted in orange.On the rear panel: The adjus

White Balance76• The selected value will be displayed on the Wi-Fi Remote screen and will be applied on the camcorder.If you selected ÅA or ÅB:3 Point

77Adjusting the FocusAdjusting the Focus$ The camcorder does not have automatic focus control and focusing is done manually using the focus ring on th

Adjusting the Focus78NOTES• If the focus mode switch on the EF lens is set to MF, you will not be able control the focus through remote operation. Dep

79Adjusting the FocusPeakingThe camcorder offers two peaking levels.1 Press the PEAKING button.• The peaking icon (J or K) appears at the lower center

8Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 82Displaying Onscreen Markers 82Displaying Zebra Patterns 83Setting the Time Code 84Selecting the Running Mode 84

Adjusting the Focus80# One-Shot AFDuring manual focus, you can use the one-shot AF function to have the camcorder focus automatically only once on the

81Adjusting the Focus# Continuous AFWhen a compatible EF lens is attached to the camcorder, you can have the camcorder focus automatically.1 Set the f

Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns82Onscreen Markers and Zebra PatternsUsing onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is correctly frame

83Onscreen Markers and Zebra PatternsNOTES• You can turn off all other onscreen displays, leaving only the onscreen markers (A 55).• If you set an ass

Setting the Time Code84Setting the Time CodeIn mode, the camcorder can generate a time code signal and embed it in your recordings. You can have the

85Setting the Time CodeSetting the Time Code’s Initial ValueIf you set the time code mode to [Preset], you can set the initial value of the time code.

Setting the Time Code86Putting the Time Code Display on HoldIf you set an assignable button to [Time Code Hold] (A 111), you can press the button to f

87Setting the User BitSetting the User BitThe user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording, or an identification code consi

Synchronizing with an External Device88Synchronizing with an External DeviceUsing genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camcorder’s video

89Synchronizing with an External DeviceTime Code Signal InputAn external SMPTE-standard LTC timing signal received from the TIME CODE terminal will be

9Clip Operations 130Using the Clip Menu 131Displaying Clip Information 131Adding $ Marks or % Marks 132Deleting $ Marks or % Marks 133Copying Clips 13

Synchronizing with an External Device90Reference Video Signal OutputYou can output the camcorder’s video signal as a reference sync signal (analog bla

91Recording AudioRecording AudioThe camcorder features two-channel linear PCM audio recording and playback with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz. You ca

Recording Audio92Selecting the Audio Input from the XLR TerminalsUsing the XLR terminals CH1 and CH2, you can record audio independently to the two au

93Recording AudioAdjusting the Audio Level from the XLR TerminalsYou can set the audio recording level for audio input from the XLR terminals to auto

Recording Audio94Available Sensitivity LevelsActivating the Microphone’s AttenuatorYou can activate the microphone’s attenuator (20 dB) if the XLR ter

95Recording AudioActivating the Microphone’s AttenuatorIf the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted, activate the microphone attenuat

Using Metadata96Using MetadataThe camcorder automatically adds metadata to clips while they are being recorded. You can use the Canon XF Utility softw

97Using MetadataSetting a User Memo Using Wi-Fi Remote After completing the necessary preparations (A 49), you can create a user memo profile and tran

Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal98Colors Bars/Audio Reference SignalYou can have the camcorder generate and record color bars and a 1 kHz audio refe

99Video ScopesVideo ScopesThe camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor or vectorscope. It can also display an edge monitor* to help you foc