Canon XF305 Manual do Utilizador

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Recording1003Video ScopesVideo ScopesThe camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor or vectorscope. It can also display an edge monitor* to h

101Recording3Video ScopesOptionsConfiguring the VectorscopeThe camcorder’s vectorscope function offers 2 modes. You can also change the gain.1 Open th

Recording1023Video ScopesOptions[Type 1]: The waveform that represents the focus of the entire picture is displayed in green. In addition, the wavefor

103Recording3Adding Shot Marks while RecordingAdding Shot Ma rks while Recordin gWhen recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a

Recording1043Reviewing a RecordingReviewing a RecordingWhen the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that was recorded.1 Open the [Rec

105Recording3Special Recording ModesSpecial Recor ding ModesThe camcorder features 4 special recording modes.Interval recording ([Interval Rec]): The

Recording1063Special Recording ModesAvailable Intervals** In the camcorder’s menu, seconds are indicated by [sec] and minutes are indicated by [min].A

107Recording3Special Recording ModesFrame Recording ModeSet the number of frames in advance. We recommend using the wireless controller or stabilizing

Recording1083Special Recording Modes• The time code advances by the number of frames recorded. If the running mode of the time code (0 85) is set to [

109Recording3Special Recording Modes3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.• The camcorder automatically records at the set frame rate.• The

11Introduction1About this Manual1IntroductionIntroductionAbout this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon XF305/XF300. Please read this manual care

Recording1103Special Recording ModesPre-recording ModeWhen pre-recording mode is activated, the camcorder starts recording continuously into a tempora

111Recording3Optical Axis ShiftOptical Axis Sh iftThis function aids in a dual camera setup for 3D recording by allowing you to adjust the position of

Recording1123Using the Focal Length GuideUsing the Focal Leng th GuideThe focal length guide aids you when using two camcorders for 3D recording. The

113Recording3Using Optional AccessoriesUsing Optional AccessoriesUsing the GP-E2 GPS ReceiverWhen you attach the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver to the ca

Recording1143Using Optional AccessoriesNOTES• The camcorder is not compatible with the receiver's digital compass and positioning interval functi

115Recording3Using Optional AccessoriesNOTES• The camcorder's ND filter cannot be changed using the ND button on the remote controller.• When the

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117Customization4Assignable Buttons4CustomizationCustomizationAssignable ButtonsThe camcorder conveniently features 13* buttons to which you can assig

Customization1184Assignable ButtonsUsing an Assignable ButtonAfter you assign a function to one of the buttons, press the button to activate the funct

119Customization4Custom Picture SettingsCustom Picture SettingsYou can preset a number of picture-related settings (0 123). After changing individual

Introduction121About this ManualRecording3Image StabilizerImage StabilizerUse the image stabilizer to compensate for camcorder shake in order to achie

Customization1204Custom Picture SettingsNOTES• About changing custom picture related settings using the optional RC-V100 Remote Controller- If a prote

121Customization4Custom Picture Settings4 Press the CUSTOM PICT. button to exit the custom picture menu.NOTES• To return the current file's setti

Customization1224Custom Picture SettingsCopying a File from the Camcorder to an SD Card1 After selecting a file in the camcorder, open the [Copy To b]

123Customization4Custom Picture SettingsNOTES• You can also copy a custom picture file embedded in a clip to the camcorder (0 147).Embedding Custom Pi

Customization1244Custom Picture SettingsBlackControls the black level and color cast of blacks.Master PedestalThe master pedestal increases or decreas

125Customization4Custom Picture SettingsLow Key SaturationAdjusts color saturation in dark areas.[Enable]: Activates/deactivates the setting. (Default

Customization1264Custom Picture SettingsSharpnessSets the sharpness of the output and recording signal.[Level]: Sets the sharpness level. This setting

127Customization4Custom Picture Settings[Select]: In addition to the sharpness set by [Level], [Select] sets the sharpness for areas with higher frequ

Customization1284Custom Picture Settings[Y Level]: Adjusts the brightness for detection of skin tones. This setting can be adjusted from 0 to 31. (De

129Customization4Custom Picture SettingsWhite BalanceAdjusts the amount of white balance throughout the whole image.[R Gain]: Adjust the intensity of

13Introduction1Supplied AccessoriesSupplied Ac cessoriesThe following accessories are supplied with the camcorder.* The Canon XF Utilities Disc includ

Customization1304Custom Picture SettingsOther Functions[Setup Level]: Adjusts the black level set by the [Black] and [Master Pedestal] settings.[Leve

131Customization4Customizing Functions and Onscreen DisplaysCustomizing Functions and On screen DisplaysCustomize the camcorder to match your shooting

Customization1324Customizing Functions and Onscreen DisplaysCustomizing Onscreen DisplaysFor details on which onscreen displays can be customized, ref

133Customization4Saving and Loading Camera SettingsSaving and Loading Camera Settin gsAfter you adjust custom picture settings and settings in the var

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135Playback5Playback5PlaybackPlaybackPlaybackThis section explains how to play back clips recorded on a CF card. For details on playing back clips usi

Playback1365PlaybackvSwitching Between the CF Card SlotsIf both CF card slots contain a CF card, you can switch between them as necessary.Press the SL

137Playback5PlaybackPlaying Back ClipsYou can play back clips from the clip index screen, [e Mark] index screen and [Z Mark] index screen. Use the pla

Playback1385Playback1Appears when [M LCD/VF Setup] [Metadata Display] [Date/Time] is set to [On].2Appears when [M LCD/VF Setup] [Metadata Displa

139Playback5PlaybackPlayback ControlsWhen you play back a clip, operate the buttons on the handle or the wireless controller to use fast playback, pla

Introduction141Names of PartsNames of Parts12 345678910111213141520 19 18 17 16Operation panel  (0 20)Operation panel  (0 20)1 ZOOM SPEED switch for

Playback1405PlaybackAdjusting the VolumeDuring playback, audio will come from the monaural built-in speaker or headphones. When you connect headphones

141Playback5Clip OperationsClip OperationsBesides playing back a clip, you can perform other operations such as deleting a clip or displaying clip inf

Playback1425Clip OperationsUsing the Clip Menu1 Select a clip and then press SET.• The clip menu appears. Available functions depend on the index scre

143Playback5Clip OperationsDisplaying the User MemoWhen displaying the [Clip Info] screen of a clip that has an embedded user memo, push the joystick

Playback1445Clip OperationsDeleting e Marks or Z MarksDeleting an e Mark or Z Mark from a Clip1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the

145Playback5Clip OperationsCopying All Clips1 Open the [Copy All Clips] submenu.[J Other Functions] [Clips] [Copy All Clips]2 Select [OK] and then

Playback1465Clip OperationsDeleting ClipsYou can delete any clip except those with an e mark. To delete such clips, delete the e mark beforehand.Delet

147Playback5Clip OperationsCopying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a ClipYou can copy the custom picture file embedded in a clip to the camcorder.1

Playback1485Clip OperationsNOTES• After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Shot Mark] i

149Playback5Clip OperationsNOTES• After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Expand Clip]

15Introduction1Names of Parts2134 5678910Terminals  (0 21)1 Speaker (0 140)2SD card slot cover3 SD card access indicator (0 41)4SD card slot (0 41)5

Playback1505Clip OperationsNOTES•If you set an assignable button to [Add Shot Mark 1] or [Add Shot Mark 2] (0 117), you can add shot marks. You can al

151External Connections6Video Output Configuration6External ConnectionsExternal ConnectionsVideo Ou tput Configur ationThe video signal output from th

External Connections1526Video Output ConfigurationNOTES• b When the camcorder is connected via HDMI OUT terminal to an external monitor, the video sig

153External Connections6Connecting to an External MonitorConnecting to an External MonitorWhen you connect the camcorder to an external monitor for re

External Connections1546Connecting to an External Monitorb Using the HD/SD SDI TerminalThe digital signal output from the HD/SD SDI terminal includes

155External Connections6Connecting to an External MonitorNOTES• If necessary, you can superimpose the onscreen displays on the video displayed on the

External Connections1566Audio OutputAudio OutputThe camcorder can output audio from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only), HDMI OUT terminal, AV terminal o

157External Connections6Audio OutputSelecting the Audio ChannelYou can select the audio channel that is output from the AV terminal or W (headphone) t

External Connections1586Saving Clips to a ComputerSaving C lips to a Comp uterUse the software on the supplied Canon XF Utilities CD-ROM to transfer c

159External Connections6Saving Clips to a Computer2 Select your region.• If you selected [Asia] or [Oceania], skip to step 4.3 Select the language to

Introduction161Names of Parts109876541231 Remote sensor (0 38)2 MIRROR button (0 34)3 START/STOP button (0 46)4 RESET button (0 193)5 XLR terminal swi

External Connections1606Saving Clips to a Computer5 Select the software to install and the destination folder. Then, click [Next].6 Click [Install].7

161External Connections6Saving Clips to a ComputerUninstalling Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access or Canon XF Plugin 64 for Avid Media Access1 In t

External Connections1626Saving Clips to a Computer3 Select your region.4 Click [Install].5 Select the installation method and then click [Next].6 Read

163External Connections6Saving Clips to a Computer7 Select the software to install and then click [Next].8 Click [Next] to begin the installation.• Wh

External Connections1646Saving Clips to a ComputerUninstalling Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro XMove the following file to [Trash]./Library/Applicat

165External Connections6Saving Clips to a ComputerMac OS:1 From [Applications], open [Canon Utilities] [Canon XF Utility] [Manual].2 Open the fold

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167Photos7Taking Photos7PhotosPhotosTaking PhotosYou can take photos when the camcorder is in mode or you can capture a photo from a clip when the c

Photos1687Taking Photos1 Set an assignable button to [Photo] (0 117).• This step is not necessary if you are using the wireless controller.2 Select th

169Photos7Photo PlaybackPhoto PlaybackYou can view the photos that you took with the camcorder.Displaying the [Photos] Index ScreenDisplay the [Photos

17Introduction1Names of Parts4561310981211712 3Terminals  (0 21)1 LCD screen (0 35)2 Viewfinder unit3 Viewfinder (0 33, 35)4 Dioptric adjustment leve

Photos1707Photo OperationsPhoto OperationsYou can use the photo menu to protect or unprotect a photo, delete a photo, or copy a custom picture file em

171Photos7Photo Operations5 Select [OK] and then press SET.• Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation.• The selected photo is deleted.• If a cu

Photos1727Photo OperationsProtecting a Photo from the Index Screen1 Open the [Photos] Index Screen• Refer to Viewing Photos (0 169).2 Move the orange

173Photos7Photo OperationsCopying a File from the Index Screen1 Open the [Photos] Index Screen.•Refer to Viewing Photos (0 169).2 Move the orange sele

Photos1747Photo OperationsNOTES• If you select [Continu.] and the SD card you insert already contains a photo with a larger number, a new photo will b

175Additional Information8Menu Options8Additional InformationAdditional InformationMenu OptionsFor details about how to select an item, refer to Using

Additional Information1768Menu Options[Tele-converter]: Determines the operation and magnification ratio of the digital tele-converter.• The image is

177Additional Information8Menu Options[m Audio Setup] menu* Not available in the [Photos] index screen.[N Video Setup] menuMenu item Submenu Setting o

Additional Information1788Menu Options[M LCD/VF Setup] menuMenu item Submenu Setting options 0[LCD Setup] [Brightness] -99 to 99 (0) N N35[Contrast] -

179Additional Information8Menu Options* Not available in the [Photos] index screen.[Metadata Display]: Displays the date and time of recording and/or

Introduction181Names of Parts1234567891071112Operation panel  (0 20)1 Accessory shoeFor attaching accessories such as the optional VL-10Li II Battery

Additional Information1808Menu Options[Custom Display] settings[Remaining Battery]: Controls when the remaining battery indicator appears.[Warning]: A

181Additional Information8Menu Options[Interval Counter]: Displays the countdown during interval recording mode when set to [On].[SD Card Status]: Con

Additional Information1828Menu Options[J Other Functions] menuMenu item Submenu Setting options 0[Reset All Settings] [Cancel], [OK] N N –[Transfer Me

183Additional Information8Menu Options[Frame Rec] [Rec Frames] When [Frame Rate] is [60i] or [30P]:1, 3, 6, 9When [Frame Rate] is [24P] or [60P]:2, 6,

Additional Information1848Menu Options1Not available in the [Photos] index screen.2Setting options for [Assign Button]: [(NONE)], [Standard IS], [Dyna

185Additional Information8Displaying the Status ScreensDisplaying the Status Screen sYou can use the status screens to check the camcorder’s various r

Additional Information1868Displaying the Status Screens[Camera] Status Screen ( mode)[Buttons / Remote] Status Screen* Assignable buttons 8 to 13 do n

187Additional Information8Displaying the Status Screens[Audio] Status Screen [Media] Status Screen 1891011122345677In modeIn mode1 Built-in microph

Additional Information1888Displaying the Status ScreensNOTES• Depending on the recording media, the total space displayed on the screen may differ fro

189Additional Information8Displaying the Status Screens[Battery / Hour Meter] Status Screen[X Data 1/3] Status Screen ( mode)123451 Remaining recordin

19Introduction1Names of Parts13241 Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod Adapter (0 38)2 Attachment screws for the tripod base (0 38)3 Tri

Additional Information1908Displaying the Status Screens[X Data 2/3] Status Screen ( mode)[X Data 3/3] Status Screen ( mode)13256741 Sharpness settings

191Additional Information8Displaying the Status Screens[GPS Information Display] Status Screen ( mode only)132541Latitude2Longitude3Elevation4 UTC (co

Additional Information1928TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Can

193Additional Information8TroubleshootingPlaybackCannot delete a clip.- You cannot delete clips with an e mark. Remove the e mark (0 144) to delete th

Additional Information1948Troubleshooting• Use the [Other Functions] [Reset All Settings] function. This resets all the camcorder’s settings to defa

195Additional Information8TroubleshootingConnections with External DevicesVideo noise appears on a nearby TV screen.- When using the camcorder in a ro

Additional Information1968TroubleshootingCF AJCF B / CF BJCF A Switched- This message appears when you use the SLOT SELECT button to switch the CF car

197Additional Information8TroubleshootingDo not disconnect the USB cable or the power source until you safely end the connection from the computer.

Additional Information1988TroubleshootingShot Mark Error- Could not add a shot mark. If the message appears in mode, try adding the mark again. If t

199Additional Information8Handling PrecautionsHandl ing Precautio nsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performanc

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

Introduction201Names of Parts1 PUSH AF button (0 59)2FOCUS switch (0 55, 58)3 IS (image stabilizer) button (0 62)/Assignable button 1 (0 117) 4 PEAKIN

Additional Information2008Handling PrecautionsLong-term storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C (86 °F). • T

201Additional Information8Handling Precautions• SD cards: SD cards have a physical switch to prevent writing on the card so as to avoid the accidental

Additional Information2028Maintenance/OthersMainte nance/Other sCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use c

203Additional Information8Maintenance/OthersCondensation may form in the following cases:• When the camcorder is moved quickly from cold to warm place

Additional Information2048Optional AccessoriesOptional Access oriesThe following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder. The availabi

205Additional Information8Optional AccessoriesCall or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuin

Additional Information2068Optional Accessoriesc* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, and power on/of

207Additional Information8Optional AccessoriesWA-H82 Wide AttachmentThe wide attachment decreases the camcorder’s focal length by a factor of 0.8, all

Additional Information2088SpecificationsSpecifica tionsXF305 / XF300System•Recording SystemMovies: Video compression: MPEG-2 Long GOP;Audio compressi

209Additional Information8Specifications• White BalanceAuto white balance, custom white balance, preset white balance settings (daylight, 5,400 K*** a

21Introduction1Names of Parts1DC IN terminal (0 26)2 b HD/SD SDI terminal (0 154)3 b GENLOCK terminal (0 90)4 b TIME CODE terminal (0 91)5VIDEO 2 term

Additional Information2108Specifications•XLR TerminalXLR jack (pin1: shield, pin2: hot, pin3: cold), 2 setsSensitivityMIC setting: -60 dBu (manual vol

211Additional Information8Specifications• Operating temperature0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)• Dimensions (W x H x D)85 x 51 x 110 mm (3.3 x 2.0 x 4.3 in.)•W

212AAbroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204AE level . . . . .

213Index screensChanging clip thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . .150Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135Expand clip . . . . .

214Temporary autofocus (Push AF) . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Terminal covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Time code . . . . .

215CANON DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATESThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. ("Canon

216CANON DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. ("Canon Canada") with res

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Introduction221Names of PartsWL-D6000 Wireless Controller12345678910111213141 START/STOP button (0 46)2 ZOOM buttons (0 80)3 F/O/E/A buttons4 MENU but

23Preparations2Preparing the Power Supply2PreparationsPreparationsPreparing the Power SupplyYou can power the camcorder using a battery pack or direct

Preparations242Preparing the Power Supply6 Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the compact power adapter.NOTES• To char

25Preparations2Preparing the Power Supply0-25%26-50%51-75%76-100%When the camcorder is off and an Intelligent System-compatible battery pack is attach

Preparations262Preparing the Power SupplyUsing a Household Power OutletWhen Using the Supplied CA-930 Compact Power Adapter and DC-930 DC Cable:1Set t

27Preparations2Preparing the Power SupplyTurning the Camcorder On and OffThe camcorder has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings

Preparations282Date, Time and Language SettingsDate, T ime and Langua ge SettingsSetting the Date and TimeYou will need to set the date and time of th

29Preparations2Date, Time and Language Settings4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the time zone.5 Press SET to set the time

3Important Safety InstructionsCAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)Important WarningCAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO U

Preparations302Using the MenusUsing the MenusIn mode, many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menu for general settings, which op

31Preparations2Using the Menus4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the desired menu item.• If a submenu contains many menu it

Preparations322Preparing the CamcorderPreparing the Camcord erThis section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the len

33Preparations2Preparing the CamcorderDetaching the Eye CupDetach the eye cup as shown in the illustration.Dioptric AdjustmentTurn on the camcorder an

Preparations342Preparing the CamcorderUsing the LCD PanelYou can slide out the LCD panel to the left or right based on your preference and shooting si

35Preparations2Preparing the CamcorderAdjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness, and backlight of

Preparations362Preparing the CamcorderAdjusting the Grip BeltAdjust the grip belt so that you can reach the grip zoom rocker with your index and middl

37Preparations2Preparing the CamcorderRemoving and Attaching the Terminal CoversRemove the covers for the following terminals in order to access them.

Preparations382Preparing the CamcorderNOTES• You can also activate the wireless controller by setting an assignable button to [Wireless Controller] (0

39Preparations2Preparing Recording MediaPreparin g Recording M ediaThe camcorder records clips to CompactFlash (CF) cards and photos* to SD and

4Trademark Acknowledgements• SD and SDHC logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC.• CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.• The CF Logo is a tr

Preparations402Preparing Recording MediaChecking the Status of the CF Card SlotsYou can check the status of the CF card slots immediately by looking a

41Preparations2Preparing Recording MediaInserting and Removing an SD Card1 Turn off the camcorder ().2 Open the SD card slot cover.3 Insert the SD ca

Preparations422Preparing Recording MediaTo initialize a CF card3 Select [OK] and then press SET.4 When the confirmation message appears, press SET.• T

43Preparations2Preparing Recording MediaNOTES• If both CF card slots contain a CF card and you open the cover of the selected slot, the camcorder will

Preparations442Preparing Recording MediaChecking the Available Recording TimeWhen the camcorder is in mode, the screen indicates which CF card slot

45Recording3Recording Video3RecordingRecordingRecording VideoThis section explains the recording basics. Before you begin recording, make a test recor

Recording463Recording VideoRecording1 Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to CAMERA (0 27).• The camcorder turns on in mode and enters

47Recording3Recording Video• You can use the [J Other Functions] [Rec Review] setting (0 104) to review the last clip recorded.• If you set an assig

Recording483Recording VideoOnscreen DisplaysRefer to this section for an explanation of the various screen displays that appear in mode. You can use

49Recording3Recording VideoNOTES• You can press the DISPLAY button to turn off most icons and displays.• When the A icon appears next to the white bal

5Highlights of the XF305/XF300The Canon XF305/XF300 HD Camcorder has been designed to fulfill the needs demanded by industry professionals. The follow

Recording503Recording VideoSide Panel DisplaysYou can check the following information on the side panel even when the LCD panel is retracted.NOTES• Wh

51Recording3Recording Video1 Remaining battery time• The icon shows a rough estimate of the remaining charge as a percentage of the full charge of the

Recording523Recording VideoPower Save ModeActivate the power save mode to turn off the screen and reduce battery consumption. At the press of a button

53Recording3Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame RateVideo Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolu tion and Frame RateBefore you record, selec

Recording543Adjusting the FocusAdjusting the FocusThis camcorder features 4 methods for adjusting the focus. When you use full manual focus or manual

55Recording3Adjusting the Focus3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus.• When you focus at full telephoto, the image will be in focus throughout the

Recording563Adjusting the Focus2 Press the PUSH button (unlock focus mode ring button) on the focus mode ring and turn the ring toward AF/MF.3 Turn th

57Recording3Adjusting the FocusUsing the Focus Assistance FunctionsIn order to focus more accurately during full manual focus mode or manual focus mod

Recording583Adjusting the FocusMagnificationPress the MAGN. button.• i appears on the bottom of the screen and the center of the screen is magnified a

59Recording3Adjusting the Focus2 Move the FOCUS switch to A.• [I.AF] appears on the bottom left of the screen.Setting the Autofocus ModeYou can select

6Custom picture settingsWith custom picture settings (0 119), you can enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the “look” you want by adjusting par

Recording603Adjusting the Focus• When recording under dark conditions, the focusing range narrows and the picture may appear blurred.• Autofocus may n

61Recording3Adjusting the Focus• When a subject's face is detected, the camcorder adds an event marker to that frame. You can then use the suppli

Recording623Image StabilizerImage Sta bilizerUse the image stabilizer to compensate for camcorder shake in order to achieve steadier shots. There are

63Recording3GainGai nThe gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending on the lighting and shooting conditions. You can selec

Recording643GainManual Gain ControlSet the AGC switch to OFF to set the gain manually. You can select one of 3 preset gain levels (L: low, M: middle,

65Recording3GainNOTES• When you select high gain levels, the picture may flicker slightly. The 33.0 dB gain level in particular, allows you to shoot v

Recording663Shutter SpeedShutter SpeedSet the shutter speed based on the recording conditions. For example, you may want to set slower shutter speeds

67Recording3Shutter SpeedChanging the Shutter Speed Mode1 Set the SHUTTER switch to ON.• The shutter speed displayed on the bottom of the screen chang

Recording683Shutter SpeedFlicker Reduction You can reduce flicker caused by recording under fluorescent lamps.1 Open the [Flicker Reduction] submenu.[

69Recording3Adjusting the ApertureAdjusting the ApertureYou can affect the brightness of your recordings or change the depth of field by adjusting th

71. Introduction 11About this Manual 11Conventions Used in this Manual 11Supplied Accessories 13Names of Parts 142. Preparations 23Preparing the Power

Recording703Adjusting the Aperture• When you set the aperture value manually, it is not retained if you activate automatic aperture control (excluding

71Recording3Adjusting the ApertureAdjusting the AE LevelUse the AE shift control to adjust AE level in order to darken or lighten the image. You can s

Recording723Using the ND FilterUsing the ND FilterUsing the ND filters allows you keep the aperture within an appropriate range when recording in brig

73Recording3White BalanceWhite Balanc eThe camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate color display unde

Recording743White BalancePreset White BalanceThe camcorder comes preset with outdoor (daylight) and indoor (incandescent light) settings. You can fine

75Recording3White BalanceSetting the Color TemperatureThe following procedure allows you to specify the color temperature between 2,000 K and 15,000 K

Recording763White BalanceRecording with a Custom White Balance1 Set the AWB switch to OFF.2 Set the WHITE BAL. switch to the desired custom setting, A

77Recording3ZoomingZoomingYou can operate the zoom (up to 18x) using the zoom rocker on the side grip or the one on the handle. You can also use the z

Recording783ZoomingUsing the Zoom Rockers, Wireless Controller or an Optional Remote ControllerWhen you operate the zoom, a zoom indicator* will appea

79Recording3ZoomingApproximate zoom speeds (grip zoom rocker)* When the zoom speed is too fast (less than 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will ha

8White Balance 73Auto White Balance 73Preset White Balance 74Setting the Color Temperature 75Custom White Balance 75Zooming 77Selecting the Zoom Contr

Recording803ZoomingApproximate zoom speeds (handle zoom rocker)* When the zoom speed is too fast (less than 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will

81Recording3ZoomingNOTES• Attaching the optional WA-H82 Wide Attachment decreases the camcorder’s focal length by a factor of 0.8. However, the zoom r

Recording823Onscreen Markers and Zebra PatternsOnscreen Markers and Zebra Patte rnsUsing onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is cor

83Recording3Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns4 Select [Enable], select [On] and then press SET to enable the onscreen markers.• All of the selected

Recording843Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns4 Select a zebra level and then press SET.5 Press the ZEBRA button to activate the selected zebra patte

85Recording3Setting the Time CodeSetting the Time CodeThe camcorder can generate a time code signal and embed it in your recordings. You can have the

Recording863Setting the Time CodeSetting the Time Code’s Initial ValueIf you set the running mode to [Preset], you can set the initial value of the ti

87Recording3Setting the Time CodeThe time code continues to run normally while the time code display is on hold. When you resume the time code display

Recording883Setting the User BitSetting the User BitThe user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording, or an identification

89Recording3b Synchronizing with an External Device b Synchron izing w ith an Extern al DeviceUsing genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this

9Clip Operations 141Using the Clip Menu 142Displaying Clip Information 142Adding e Marks or Z Marks 143Deleting e Marks or Z Marks 144Copying Clips 14

Recording903b Synchronizing with an External DeviceUsing a Reference Video Signal (Genlock Synchronization)When a reference sync signal (analog blackb

91Recording3b Synchronizing with an External Device• The camcorder will synchronize to an external 30 fps time code signal, or an external 59.94i sign

Recording923Recording AudioRecording AudioThe camcorder features two-channel linear PCM audio recording and playback with a sampling frequency of 48 k

93Recording3Recording AudioSelecting the Built-in Microphone’s Sensitivity1 Open the [Int. Mic Sensitivity] submenu.[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input]

Recording943Recording AudioSwitching Between External Microphone and Line Input1 Set the AUDIO IN switch of the desired channel to EXT.2 Set the XLR t

95Recording3Recording AudioOptionsAdjusting the External Microphone’s SensitivityYou can adjust the external microphone’s sensitivity if the XLR termi

Recording963Recording AudioAutomatic Audio Level AdjustmentSet the e switch of the desired channel to A (automatic) to let the camcorder automatically

97Recording3Recording AudioMonitoring the Audio with HeadphonesConnect headphones to the W (headphone) terminal to monitor the recorded audio. You can

Recording983Using MetadataUsing MetadataThe camcorder automatically adds metadata to clips while they are being recorded. Metadata consists of the use

99Recording3Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal Colors Bars/Audio Reference SignalYou can have the camcorder generate and record color bars and a 1 kHz