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Industry Standard Connection Terminals (XH G1 only)

While there are many situations that call for smaller,

lighter HD cameras, most such products are unsuit-

able for professional applications because they

lack the necessary interface capability. The Canon

XH G

1

features HD-SDI (SMPTE

299

M) or SD-SDI

(SMPTE

272

M) output, Genlock input, and SMPTE

Time Code in/out connectors.

HD-SDI

—The HD-SDI output provides a 1,485Gbps

60i signal at 1920 x 1080 resolution and with

4:2:2 color sampling with embedded audio and

time code. Because a single industry standard connection carries

video, audio, SMPTE (LTC) Time Code, and digital audio, cabling

complexity is significantly reduced. It enables longer cable runs,

improves operator mobility, and simplifies cabling.

Genlock

—The Genlock input enables multi-camera synchroniza-

tion in live-switched environments. It can accept either an SD

(black burst) or HD (tri-level) sync signal when shooting HD.

SMPTE Time Code

—A switchable SMPTE input/output port accom-

modates time code requirements during multi-camera shoots and

post-production.

Shutter Speeds 

When shooting with the shutter priority auto exposure mode, the

XH G

1

and XH A

1

provide 

14

different shutter speeds ranging from

1

/

3

to 

1

/

15

,

000

of a second. The 

24

F mode includes a 

1

/

48

second

setting that perfectly matches the shutter speed of a motion picture

film camera. (For NTSC

60

i/

30

F and PAL

50

i/

25

F, there are 

13

avail-

able settings.)

Superior Connectivity

The XH G

1

and XH A

1

include a full complement of input and output

ports to meet just about any interface requirement. Two XLR mic/line

audio inputs accommodate professional balanced connections.

Also provided are industry standard connectors, including component

(HD/SD) and composite video outputs (BNC/RCA), an IEEE

1394

(Firewire) port, a LANC terminal, and a headphone jack.

Audio Recording Control

Individual audio level controls, switchable 

20

dB mic attenuation,

12

dB mic gain boost, and various monitoring options provide full

control over the sound as it is recorded. They even include switch-

able phantom power (+48V) to eliminate the need for any external

power supply with direct mic input. An external microphone holder

is provided for on-camera mounting and for an optionalprofessional

shotgun microphone.

6

A Perfect Fit for Professional

Production Environments.

7

HD -SDI

HD -SDI

HD -SDI

Sync Generator

HD Switcher

Program

Out

Mixer

HDV / DV Interface

DV (IEEEE 1394) Cable

HDV (Video, Sound, Time Code)

mic 1

mic 2

Mixer

mic 1

mic 2

GENLOCK in

GENLOCK in

GENLOCK in

HDV

HDV

HDV

HDV

HD -SDI

TC in

TC in

GENLOCK in

GENLOCK in

VTR (HDCAM, HD D5,

          DVD PRO HD etc)

VTR (HDCAM, HD D5,

          DVD PRO HD etc)

Time code Generator

Sync Generator

TC in

GENLOCK in

Audio
in

GENLOCK in

Audio
out

GENLOCK in

Audio recorder
(DAT etc)

Non-linear 

Editing 
System 

or 

Linear 

Editing 
System

HDV

HDV

HD Live Solution

HD-SDI Solution

HD/HDV NLE Solution

Representative Block Diagram of Interconnections between Various

Production Equipment

Summary of Contents for 1191B001

Page 1: ...ondv com C Specifications are subject to change without notice Weight and dimensions are approximate Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc in the United States and may also be a registered trademark or trademark in other countries IMAGEANYWARE is a trademark of Canon HDV and HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan Limited JVC Other names and products not ment...

Page 2: ...utstanding HD image quality but also the operability flexibility reliability and connectivity that professionals demand of their gear The Canon XH G1 and XH A1 deliver the technologies performance and features that make them serious tools for the capture of creative HD content Put them to work They ll help videographers get the job done with efficiency excellence and expression Your Vision XH A1 X...

Page 3: ...n with Canon s proven high performance internal AF system to dramatically reduce focusing time and increasing accuracy even in low light or high brightness situa tions Focusing performance is also much improved with difficult subjects The high resolution of HD video makes focus more critical than ever and Canon s Instant AF helps videographers capture HD images with expert precision Genuine Canon ...

Page 4: ...0F and PAL 50i 25F there are 13 avail able settings Superior Connectivity The XH G1 and XH A1 include a full complement of input and output ports to meet just about any interface requirement Two XLR mic line audio inputs accommodate professional balanced connections Also provided are industry standard connectors including component HD SD and composite video outputs BNC RCA an IEEE 1394 Firewire po...

Page 5: ...to control overexposure when shooting high brightness subjects The HIGH setting enables high key shooting while the LOW setting provides maximum protection from overexposure Gamma The NORMAL gamma curve provides the best results for conventional viewing on a TV monitor CINE 1 creates images that resemble the quality and appearance of film as viewed on TV The CINE 2 setting selects an appropriate g...

Page 6: ...de time code and camera set up metadata Still images captured in digital still color space includes EXiF metadata Also included are numerous advanced still camera features expected from Canon such as auto exposure brack eting selectable metering modes con tinuous shooting and the option to use select EOS System Speedlite flashes With many pre post production storyboarding and continuity applica ti...

Page 7: ...PEED Switch DISP Display Button PEAKING Button MAGN Magnification Button Record Review Button POSITION PRESET Switch POSITION PRESET ON SET Switch PUSH AF Button Focus Ring Zoom Ring Iris Ring Side Panel POWER Indicator Open Open The LCD Display Switch CH1 CH2 Dials SELECT SET Dial AUDIO LEVEL Switch MENU Button ND FILTER Switch REC Record Button Start Stop Button LOCK Switch Microphone Hot Shoe S...

Page 8: ... signal Tape Format Videocassettes bearing the HDV or miniDV mark Tape Speed 18 83mm s SP 18 83mm s LP 12 57mm s Maximum Recording Time 60 min cassette 60 min SP 60 min LP 90 min Fast Forward Rewind Time Approx 2 min 20 sec with a 60 min cassette Viewfinder 0 57 in wide 16 9 aspect ratio TFT color approx 269 000 pixels LCD Screen 2 8 in wide 16 9 aspect ratio TFT color approx 207 000 pixels Microp...

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