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1 Introduction 8

About this Manual 8

Conventions Used in this Manual 8

Supplied Accessories 10
Names of Parts 11

2 Preparations 16

Charging the Battery Pack 16

Using a Power Outlet 17

Preparing the Camcorder 19

Attaching the Microphone Holder

Unit 19

Attaching the Handle Unit 19
Using the Lens Hood 20
Adjusting the LCD Screen 20
Using the Viewfinder 21
Grip Belt and Straps 22

Basic Operation of the Camcorder 23

Turning the Camcorder On and Off 23
Setting the Camera Mode 24
Using the MENU Button and

Joystick 24

First Time Settings 25

Setting the Date and Time 25
Changing the Language 26
Changing the Time Zone 26

Using the Menus 27

Setup Menus 27
FUNC Menu 28

Using SD Cards 30

Compatible SD Cards 30
Inserting and Removing an SD Card 31
Initializing an SD Card 32
Selecting the SD Card for

Recordings 32

Dual Recording and Relay Recording 32
Recovering Clips 33

3 Recording 34

Recording Clips and Photos 34

Basic Recording 34
Reviewing the Latest Clip Recorded 36
Setting the File Name for XF-AVC

Clips 36

Video Configuration: Resolution, Bit Rate

and Frame Rate 38

Selecting the Video Format 38

Selecting the Resolution and Bit

Rate 38

Selecting the Frame Rate 38

Slow & Fast Motion Recording 40
Shooting Modes 42

Special Scene Modes 43

Exposure Adjustment 45

Manual Exposure (

) 45

Momentary Automatic Aperture - Push

Auto Iris 46

Automatic Exposure 46
Touch Exposure 47
Exposure Lock (AE Lock) 48
Exposure Compensation 48
ND Filter 49
Using the Zebra Pattern 49
Backlight Correction 50

Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit 51
White Balance 52
Using Looks 54
Zooming 55

Using the Focus/Zoom Ring 55
Using the Zoom Rockers 56
Using the Touch Screen’s Zoom

Controls 58

Using an Optional Remote Controller 58
Soft Zoom Control 58
Digital Tele-Converter 59

Focus Adjustment 60

Manual Focus 60
Autofocus 63
Face Detection & Tracking 64

Image Stabilization 66

Dynamic IS or Standard IS 66

Setting the Time Code 67

Selecting the Time Code Mode 67
Selecting Drop Frame or Non-Drop

Frame 69

Overlaying the Time Code/Date/Time on

the Recorded Image 69

Setting the User Bit 70
Recording Audio 71

Selecting the Audio Recording Format for

MP4 Clips 71

Audio Settings and Recorded Audio

Channels 72

Connecting an External Microphone or

External Audio Input Source to the
Camcorder 73

Table of contents

Summary of Contents for XA60

Page 1: ...PUB DIE 0566 000 4K Camcorder Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...efinition video composed of 1 080 vertical pixels scanning lines This product is licensed under AT T patents for the MPEG 4 standard and may be used for encoding MPEG 4 compliant video and or decoding MPEG 4 compliant video that was encoded only 1 for a personal and non commercial purpose or 2 by a video provider licensed under the AT T patents to provide MPEG 4 compliant video No license is grant...

Page 3: ...1080 with a frame rate of 59 94P giving you the freedom to choose the video configuration that is most suitable for your project Furthermore audio is recorded as either 4 channel linear PCM or 2 channel AAC Convenience and Functionality Recording for extended periods With its two SD card slots the camcorder allows you to use dual recording A 32 to record the same clip on two SD cards or relay reco...

Page 4: ...he color depth sharpness and brightness to create a desired look Custom picture settings A 90 Select one of the preset color settings or set the combination of gamma curve color space and color matrix that you wish to use Then you can adjust a number of other image related parameters in detail Enhanced audio features A 71 The attachable handle unit offers expanded audio options It features two INP...

Page 5: ...ution Bit Rate and Frame Rate 38 Selecting the Video Format 38 Selecting the Resolution and Bit Rate 38 Selecting the Frame Rate 38 Slow Fast Motion Recording 40 Shooting Modes 42 Special Scene Modes 43 Exposure Adjustment 45 Manual Exposure n 45 Momentary Automatic Aperture Push Auto Iris 46 Automatic Exposure 46 Touch Exposure 47 Exposure Lock AE Lock 48 Exposure Compensation 48 ND Filter 49 Usi...

Page 6: ...isplaying the Current Custom Picture File Settings 92 Saving a Custom Picture File 92 Available Custom Picture Settings 93 Saving and Loading Menu Settings 98 Saving Camcorder Settings 98 Loading Camcorder Settings 98 5 Playback 99 Basic Playback 99 Playback Controls 101 Adjusting the Volume 102 Displaying Clip Information 102 Clip and Photo Operations 103 Deleting Clips and Photos 103 Trimming MP...

Page 7: ...41 Viewing the Certification Logo 141 Using the Camcorder Abroad 142 Optional Accessories 143 Specifications 146 Reference Tables 149 Approximate recording times 149 Charging Recording and Playback Times 149 Index 152 ...

Page 8: ...evant icons Before Using the Camcorder Before making important recordings for the first time make test recordings using the video configuration s you plan to use to check that the camcorder operates correctly Should it fail to operate correctly refer to Troubleshooting A 130 Copyright notice Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contr...

Page 9: ...her the camcorder is in shooting CAMERA or playback MEDIA mode In this example the function is available only in mode For details refer to Turning the Camcorder On and Off A 23 Indicates the camera mode For details refer to Setting the Camera Mode A 24 The arrow is used to abbreviate menu selections For details on how to use the menus refer to Using the Menus A 27 For a summary of available menu o...

Page 10: ...ollowing accessories are supplied with the camcorder PD E1 USB Power Adapter Cable Clamp comes pre attached to the camcorder BP 820 Battery Pack Microphone holder unit incl screws Handle unit incl screws Lens hood with lens barrier Lens cap Quick Guide ...

Page 11: ...rding button A 36 Assignable button 5 A 88 5 Lens hood A 20 6 Focus Zoom ring A 55 60 7 CUSTOM customizable dial A 87 8 CUSTOM customizable button A 87 9 INFRARED switch A 82 10 SD card compartment cover 11 DISP onscreen display button A 81 BATT INFO battery information button A 17 3 2 4 11 9 10 8 7 6 5 1 Left side view ...

Page 12: ... OUT terminal A 108 109 4 REMOTE terminal A 83 For connecting commercially available remote controllers 5 SDI OUT terminal A 109 6 headphones terminal A 78 7 USB terminal A 85 8 DC IN terminal A 16 9 Cable clamp A 17 10 Grip belt A 22 2 6 7 3 4 5 10 1 8 9 Right side view ...

Page 13: ...CD touch screen A 20 5 Focus Zoom ring switch A 55 60 6 Viewfinder A 21 7 Dioptric adjustment lever A 21 8 Joystick SET button A 24 9 Strap mount A 22 10 Assignable button 3 A 88 11 Assignable button 4 A 88 12 Battery attachment unit A 16 13 START STOP button A 34 14 MENU button A 27 15 Serial number 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 14 15 13 12 11 10 3 2 Front view Back view ...

Page 14: ... 5 Camera mode switch A 24 6 Grip zoom rocker A 56 7 ACCESS indicator A 34 8 Handle unit mount A 19 9 Lens hood mount index mark 10 Tripod socket For mounting the camcorder on a tripod with a mounting screw 6 2 mm 0 24 in or shorter A 138 11 BATTERY RELEASE switch A 17 12 Eye cup A 21 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 9 10 11 12 Top view Bottom view ...

Page 15: ...itches for INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 A 74 8 INPUT terminal ON OFF switch A 75 9 Audio level switches for CH1 and CH2 A 75 10 Audio level dials for CH1 and CH2 A 75 11 Microphone cable clamp A 73 12 INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 terminals collectively referred to as INPUT terminals A 74 13 Infrared light A 82 14 Tally lamp A 34 15 Handle unit front screw A 19 16 Handle unit rear screws A 19 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 16 1...

Page 16: ... softly into the battery attachment unit and slide it forward until it clicks in place 3 Charging will start when the camcorder is turned off If the camcorder was on the green POWER CHG indicator will go out when you turn off the camcorder After a moment the POWER CHG indicator will turn on in red battery pack charging The red POWER CHG indicator will go out when the battery pack is fully charged ...

Page 17: ...oximate battery charge level Note that if the battery charge is too low the battery information screen may not appear Using a Power Outlet You can power the camcorder directly from a power outlet using the USB power adapter 1 Plug the USB power adapter into a power outlet 2 Attach the cable clamp to the grip belt and use it to secure the cable The ferrite core should be placed between the USB plug...

Page 18: ...nnected while charging a battery pack make sure the POWER CHG indicator has gone out before restoring the power supply If remaining battery time is an issue you can power the camcorder using the USB power adapter so the battery pack will not be consumed While recording it is recommended to attach a battery pack to the camcorder even when the USB power adapter is connected This will prevent the cam...

Page 19: ...ing the Microphone Holder Unit Use the supplied screws to attach the microphone holder unit to the handle unit Attaching the Handle Unit 1 Slide the front of the handle unit into the accessory shoe as shown in the illustration Then slide the handle unit forward all the way Make sure the front and rear screws are raised when you slide the handle unit 2 Turn the front screw and two rear screws to se...

Page 20: ... lens hood turn it counterclockwise NOTES About the lens cap Use the supplied lens cap when carrying the camcorder or storing it after use Note that the lens cap and the lens hood with lens barrier cannot be used simultaneously Adjusting the LCD Screen Open the LCD panel 90 degrees You can rotate the panel downward or toward the lens NOTES You can adjust the brightness and the backlight level of t...

Page 21: ...ewfinder and adjust the viewing angle 햳 4 Adjust the viewfinder using the dioptric adjustment lever 햴 NOTES You can adjust the brightness of the viewfinder with the Display Setup VF Luminance setting Adjusting the brightness does not affect the brightness of recordings Using a brighter setting will shorten the effective usage time of the battery pack You cannot use the LCD screen and viewfinder si...

Page 22: ...the START STOP button with your thumb Attaching an optional wrist strap Attach the wrist strap to the strap mount on the grip belt adjust the length and fasten You can use both for extra convenience and protection Attaching an optional shoulder strap Pass the ends of the shoulder strap through the strap mount on the grip belt and adjust the length of the strap ...

Page 23: ...cordings Select the mode using the power switch To turn on the camcorder Set the power switch to CAMERA for mode A 34 or MEDIA for mode A 99 The POWER CHG indicator will illuminate in green To turn off the camcorder Set the power switch to OFF The POWER CHG indicator will go out NOTES You can use the B System Setup POWER LED setting to prevent the POWER indicator from illuminating POWER CHG indica...

Page 24: ... switch to n With this mode you can enjoy full access to menus settings and advanced functions Using the MENU Button and Joystick You can navigate some of the camcorder s menus and screens using the MENU button and joystick instead of using the touch screen Joystick SET button When making a menu selection push the joystick to move the orange selection frame in the menu Then press the joystick itse...

Page 25: ... in short form numbers instead of month names or only the day and month but it will still follow the order you selected 6 Touch 24H to use 24 hour clock or leave it unselected to use 12 hour clock AM PM 7 Touch OK to start the clock and close the setup screen NOTES With the following settings you can change the time zone date and time also after the initial setup You can also change the date forma...

Page 26: ...zone to match your location The default setting is New York In addition the camcorder is able to retain the date and time of an additional location This is convenient when you travel so that you can set the camcorder to match the time of your home location or that of your travel destination Refer to Setup Menus A 27 for details on how to navigate the menu for this procedure 1 Open the Time Zone DS...

Page 27: ... use the touch panel 1 Press the MENU button 2 Touch the icon of the desired setup menu from the top row In the example the B icon corresponding to the System Setup menu 3 Touch the desired menu item Language in the example If the desired menu item does not appear in the menu page displayed drag your finger left right to scroll through other menu pages For main procedures the page number may be gi...

Page 28: ... page 4 Push the joystick Ý to select the desired setting option and then press SET 5 Press the MENU button to close the menu You can push the joystick to highlight the L button and press SET to return to the previous menu page You can also highlight the X button and press SET to close the menu NOTES Touching X or pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu Unavailable items may appear gr...

Page 29: ...adjustment dial first push the joystick Î to highlight the dial in orange and then Þ to select the desired value 4 Select X to close the FUNC menu or L to return to the left column From the left column push the joystick Ð to select the X icon and then press SET From the bottom row push the joystick Í once and then Þ to select the desired icon NOTES Depending on the selected function other buttons ...

Page 30: ...U3 To record XF AVC clips we recommend using SD cards rated SD Speed Class 10 or UHS Speed Class U1 or U3 IMPORTANT After repeatedly recording deleting and editing clips if the SD card is fragmented you may notice slower writing speeds to the card and recording may even stop In such case save your recordings and initialize the card with the camcorder Be sure to initialize SD cards especially befor...

Page 31: ...rd once to release it When the SD card springs out pull it all the way out ACCESS SD card access indicator If you set B System Setup ACCESS LED to j Off the ACCESS indicator will not illuminate IMPORTANT Turn off the camcorder before inserting or removing an SD card Inserting or removing a card with the camcorder on may result in permanent data loss SD cards have front and back sides that are not ...

Page 32: ...ecorded 1 Select Recording Media 3 Recording Setup Recording Media 2 Select the desired SD card 6 Mem Card A or 7 Mem Card B for recording clips v Rec Media for Movies and or photos Rec Media for Photos 3 Select X After closing the menu the icon of the SD card selected for recording clips will appear on the screen Dual Recording and Relay Recording The camcorder features two convenient recording m...

Page 33: ...ow fast motion recording Recovering Clips Some actions such as suddenly turning off the camcorder or removing the SD card while data is being recorded can cause data errors in the recorded clip You may be able to recover clips with corrupted data with the following procedure 1 Open the index screen with the clip you wish to recover A 99 2 Select the corrupted clip a clip with the icon instead of a...

Page 34: ...gin recording During recording Ü will appear on the screen Additionally if the handle unit is attached to the camcorder the tally lamp will illuminate The ACCESS indicator will flash from time to time while the clip is being recorded Press the START STOP button again to pause the recording Ü will change to Ñ and the clip will be recorded on the SD card selected for recording clips The camcorder wi...

Page 35: ...s 6 hours After that a new clip will be created automatically and recording will continue as a separate clip About mode When the camcorder is in mode it will automatically adjust settings such as focus exposure aperture shutter speed and gain and white balance depending on the scene being shot Additionally when a subject s face is detected the camcorder will automatically keep the subject in focus...

Page 36: ... used 2 Reel number 3 characters 001 to 999 that identify the card used The number is assigned automatically but you can set the initial number After you insert a new card just purchased or initialized the number advances by one when the first recording is made 3 Clip number 4 characters C001 to D999 The clip number advances automatically with each clip recorded switching to D001 after C999 but yo...

Page 37: ...t to n Continuous 1 Select Reel Number or Clip Number 3 Recording Setup Reel Number or Clip Number The setup screen appears with an orange selection frame on the leftmost digit Select Reset to reset the reel clip number to 001 and return to the previous screen 2 Select Í or Î to set the first digit and then select the next field Change the rest of the digits in the same way 3 After entering all th...

Page 38: ...io A 71 Selecting the Video Format 1 Select Movie Format 3 Recording Setup Movie Format 2 Select MP4 or XF AVC and then select X Selecting the Resolution and Bit Rate 1 Select Resolution or Resolution 3 Recording Setup Resolution or Resolution 2 Select the desired option and then select X The selected resolution and bit rate will appear at the right of the screen Selecting the Frame Rate 1 Select ...

Page 39: ...s Available video configuration settings NOTES The camcorder uses a variable bit rate VBR For details on approximate recording times refer to Approximate recording times A 149 Resolution Bit rate Frame rate 59 94P 59 94i 29 97P 23 98P 3840x2160 160 Mbps 1920x1080 45 Mbps ...

Page 40: ...ing slow motion recording is the equivalent of 6 hours of playback time at which point recording will stop Consequently it differs depending on the slow motion rate used For example when the x0 5 rate is selected the maximum continuous recording time will be 3 hours which played back at x0 5 slow motion equal 6 hours of playback time Conversely fast motion recording will not stop in such a way Cha...

Page 41: ...d The time code mode can be set to Regen or to Preset with Rec Run running mode If the time code running mode was set to Free Run the time code running mode will be changed automatically to Rec Run when slow fast motion recording is activated When slow fast motion recording is turned off the time code running mode will return to its previous setting The time code signal cannot be output from the S...

Page 42: ...hooting modes For details on shooting modes other than Special Scene modes refer to Exposure Adjustment A 45 Operating modes Shooting mode Description A Programmed AE The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed aperture and gain 46 Shutter Priority AE You manually set the shutter speed while the camcorder automatically adjusts the aperture and gain 46 Aperture Priority AE You manually set t...

Page 43: ...while blurring the background ûSports To record sports scenes such as sporting events or dance scenes Q Night Scene To record nightscapes with lower noise K Snow To record in bright ski resorts without the subject being underexposed L Beach To record on a sunny beach without the subject being underexposed M Sunset To record sunsets in vibrant colors R Low Light To record in low light situations S ...

Page 44: ...cloudy days or in shaded places Check the image on the screen R Low Light 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 R Low Light T Fireworks To avoid camcorder blur blur due to the camcorder moving we recommend using...

Page 45: ...tment dial will appear on the screen 3 Drag your finger along the dial to set the desired value You can select to display the zebra pattern A 49 step 2 and check for overexposed areas 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 as necessary to adjust the exposure to the desired level 5 Select X Available settings 1 Available values depend on the zoom position Aperture values displayed on the screen are for reference o...

Page 46: ... Programmed AE The camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed aperture and gain for clips but you will have the option to use other functions that are not available in mode Set the shooting mode to Programmed AE Shutter Priority AE With this shooting mode you set the shutter speed manually for example to capture fast moving subjects in sharp focus or to obtain a brighter image in low light sit...

Page 47: ...ust the aperture value using the CUSTOM dial A 87 For available aperture values see the manual exposure table A 45 4 Select X NOTES When the shooting mode is set to or depending on the brightness of the subject the camcorder may not be able to set the appropriate exposure In such case the shutter speed or aperture value will flash on the screen Change the aperture shutter speed as necessary Touch ...

Page 48: ...he screen You can select to display the zebra pattern A 49 step 2 and check for overexposed areas 2 Select to lock the current exposure The exposure compensation value 0 and will appear on the screen In addition will indicate that the exposure is locked Select again to return the camcorder to automatic exposure 3 Drag your finger along the dial to further compensate the exposure You can select a c...

Page 49: ...ng small apertures The ND filter can be set when the aperture value is F4 0 This function can only be used when the shooting mode is set to or n 1 Select ND Filter v Camera Setup ND Filter 2 Select the desired option and then select X ND filter operation NOTES The ND filter is not available with the T Fireworks Special Scene mode The ND filter will be set to k Automatic when the camera mode is or ...

Page 50: ...rection to make the picture especially the darker areas brighter This function cannot be used when the shooting mode is set to T Fireworks 1 Select BLC Always On FUNC BLC Always On 2 Select On and then select X will appear at the left of the screen and the exposure will be adjusted to account for backlight conditions Alternatively you can set an assignable button to BLC Always On A 88 In that case...

Page 51: ...en FUNC AGC Limit n An adjustment dial will appear on the screen Select n again to return the camcorder to automatic gain control 2 Drag your finger along the dial to set the desired maximum gain value You can select an AGC limit from 0 0 dB to 23 0 dB The lower the setting the lower the AGC limit 3 Select X When an AGC limit is set and the maximum gain value will appear at the left of the screen ...

Page 52: ... An adjustment dial will appear on the screen 4 Drag your finger along the dial to set the color temperature value 5 Select X To set a custom white balance Set 1 or Set 2 3 Point the camcorder at a gray card or white object so that it fills the frame at the center of the screen and then select Å When the Å icon stops flashing the procedure is completed The setting is retained even if you turn off ...

Page 53: ...le button to Å Set WB A 88 you can press the button to register a custom white balance after you point the camcorder at a gray card or white object Using a custom white balance may provide better results in the following cases Changing lighting conditions Close ups Subjects in a single color sky sea or forest Under mercury lamps certain types of fluorescent lights and LED lights Adjusting the whit...

Page 54: ...sable the custom picture file v Camera Setup Function j Off 2 Open the looks screen FUNC Looks 3 Adjust the detailed settings i Select or to adjust the value You can also drag your finger along the adjustment bar The sharpness contrast and color depth can be adjusted as follows Sharpness 0 softer image to 7 sharper image Contrast 4 low contrast to 4 high contrast Color Depth 4 shallower colors to ...

Page 55: ...t to WA H58 Using the Focus Zoom Ring 1 Set the focus zoom ring switch to ZOOM 2 Turn the focus zoom ring to adjust the zoom Turn the focus zoom ring slowly for a slow zoom turn it faster for faster zooms The zoom bar that appears on the screen indicates the approximate zoom position NOTES You can use the v Camera Setup Focus Zoom Ring Operation setting to disable the focus zoom ring s operation Y...

Page 56: ...lect whether the zoom rocker operates at a constant or variable speed Refer to the following table for a summary of the zoom speed 1 Select the overall zoom speed level v Camera Setup Zoom Speed Level Desired zoom speed level L You can select one of three levels Z Fast Normal or Slow 2 Select whether to use a variable or constant zoom speed Grip Zoom Speed Y variable or X constant If you selected ...

Page 57: ...dle zoom rocker first set the overall zoom speed to one of three levels The zoom rocker operates at a constant speed that you can select To use the zoom rocker make sure you attach the handle unit to the camcorder in advance Refer to the following table for a summary of the zoom speed 1 Select the overall zoom speed level step 1 A 56 2 Select Handle Zoom Speed v Camera Setup Handle Zoom Speed 3 Se...

Page 58: ...r you can zoom with the remote controller s ZOOM dial At default settings turn the dial right to zoom in S and left to zoom out T Soft Zoom Control Soft zoom control allows you to start and or stop the zoom gradually 1 Select Soft Zoom Control v Camera Setup Soft Zoom Control 2 Select the desired option and then select X Options Accessory Zoom speed RC V100 Remote Controller Variable speed The gre...

Page 59: ... will be enlarged approximately 2 times and the icon will appear Select again before closing the screen to deactivate the digital tele converter NOTES You can attach the optional tele converter and use it in conjunction with this function to increase the effect The digital tele converter cannot be set while recording or when v Camera Setup Conversion Lens is set to WA H58 The image is digitally pr...

Page 60: ...tment screen will appear 3 Touch a subject that appears inside the frame The Touch AF mark I will flash and the focusing distance will be adjusted automatically To return the camcorder to autofocus touch m 4 If necessary turn the focus zoom ring to further adjust the focus 5 Touch X to close the focus adjustment screen NOTES If you operate the zoom after focusing the focus on the subject may be lo...

Page 61: ...ition will be grayed out while adjusting the focus or zoom To end focus preset select the focus preset button NOTES The preset focus position will be canceled when the camcorder is turned off Focusing distances are approximate You can change the distance units used with the Display Setup Distance Units setting You can use the v Camera Setup Focus Preset Speed setting to set the speed at which the ...

Page 62: ...ified 2 times The frame displayed at the bottom right corner of the screen magnification frame shows the approximate part of the image shown magnified 2 If necessary move around the magnification frame to check other parts of the image Drag your finger on the LCD screen or push the joystick ÝÞ 3 Select X to cancel the magnification If the face detection or tracking frame is displayed on the screen...

Page 63: ...turn the focus zoom ring to focus manually When you stop turning the ring the camcorder returns to autofocus This is useful in situations such as when focusing on a subject on the other side of a window When the shooting mode is set to T Fireworks the focus will be set to G and cannot be changed Autofocus takes longer to focus when the frame rate is 29 97P or 23 98P than when it is 59 94P Operatin...

Page 64: ...ted you can use tracking to have the camcorder track and optimize settings for a different subject You can also use tracking to optimize settings for moving subjects such as pets You must use the touch screen to select the subject By default the face detection tracking function is activated If it was turned off start the procedure from step 1 to activate it In mode face detection tracking is alway...

Page 65: ...ht Scene R Low Light or T Fireworks When the shutter speed used is slower than 1 30 1 24 if the frame rate is set to 23 98P When the digital zoom is activated at more than 80x zoom During infrared mode Touching somewhere with a color or pattern unique to the subject will make it easier to track However if there is another subject in the vicinity that shares similar characteristics to the selected ...

Page 66: ...ed on a tripod The icon of the selected mode appears at the top center of the screen NOTES If the degree of camcorder shake is too high the image stabilizer may not be able to fully compensate For surveying and following shots when you pan the camcorder from side to side or tilt it up and down we recommend setting Image Stabilizer to Ä Dynamic or Å Standard Powered IS will be deactivated when the ...

Page 67: ... Running Mode If you set the time code mode to Preset you can select the time code running mode 1 Select Time Code Running Mode 3 Recording Setup Time Code Running Mode 2 Select the desired option and then select X Options Operating modes Preset The time code starts from an initial value you can select in advance The default initial time code is 00 00 00 00 See the following procedures to select t...

Page 68: ...u select OK 4 Select X NOTES When the frame rate is set to 23 98P the frames value in the time code runs from 0 to 23 For other settings it runs from 0 to 29 However if Display Setup SDI HDMI Scan Mode only or HDMI Scan Mode only is set to PsF Forced 1080i even when the frame rate is set to 23 98P the frames value of the time code output from the SDI OUT terminal only and HDMI OUT terminal will be...

Page 69: ...e time codes there might be a discontinuity in the time code at the point where the recording starts Overlaying the Time Code Date Time on the Recorded Image You can overlay the time code date time on the image and record it with the recorded clips You can also select the overlay s position on the screen A 120 1 Select the data to be displayed 3 Recording Setup OSD Recording Desired option 2 Selec...

Page 70: ...i To set the time for the user bit select Time instead to set the date for the user bit select Date Then select X The rest of the procedure is not necessary The user bit setting screen will appear with the orange selection frame on the leftmost digit To reset the user bit to 00 00 00 00 select Reset Select Cancel to close the screen without setting the user bit 2 Select the digit you want to chang...

Page 71: ...T terminal only and HDMI OUT terminal You can record this audio signal on an external recorder Available only when the handle unit is attached to the camcorder Selecting the Audio Recording Format for MP4 Clips You can set the audio recording format to AAC 2 channels 16 bit or linear PCM 4 channels 16 bit When the resolution is set to 1280x720 the audio format is set to AAC and cannot be changed 1...

Page 72: ...rophone connected to the MIC terminal CH2 Input 1 Recorded audio channels audio sources CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 LPCM 16bit 24bit 4CH2 Yes ON Yes INPUT 2 INPUT 1 terminal INPUT 2 terminal MIC terminal L MIC terminal R INPUT 1 INPUT 1 terminal No INPUT 2 INPUT 2 terminal Built in microphone L Built in microphone R INPUT 1 INPUT 1 terminal OFF Yes MIC terminal L MIC terminal R No Built in microphone L Built ...

Page 73: ... the following illustration To connect an external device to the camcorder plug the device s cable into the desired INPUT terminal 햵 1 Loosen the microphone lock screw 햲 open the microphone holder and insert the microphone 햳 2 Tighten the lock screw and put the microphone cable through the microphone cable clamp under the microphone holder 햴 3 Plug the microphone or external device s cable into th...

Page 74: ...ording levels of each channel independently of each other 1 Select CH2 Input C Audio Setup CH2 Input 2 Select the desired option and then select X Options NOTES Even if you select INPUT 1 the audio recording level for channel 2 will be determined by the audio level switch and dial for INPUT 2 Adjusting the Microphone s Sensitivity INPUT terminals When one of the audio channels is set to the INPUT ...

Page 75: ...g level to automatic or manual independently for each channel Furthermore when you adjust the audio recording level manually you can set the level from G to 18 dB independently for each channel as well If the handle unit is not attached adjust the audio levels using the FUNC menu A 76 1 Set the audio level switch of the desired channel to A automatic or M manual If you set the switch to A the audi...

Page 76: ... reaches the red point 0 dB the sound may be distorted If the audio level meter display is normal but the sound is distorted activate the microphone s attenuator A 75 77 We recommend using headphones to check the sound level while adjusting the audio recording level or when the microphone attenuator is activated If at least one of the channels is set to manual adjustment you can activate the audio...

Page 77: ...Att 2 Select the desired option and then select X Options Low Cut Filter Built in Microphone or MIC Terminal You can activate the low cut filter to reduce the sound of blowing wind a car s engine and similar ambient sounds When recording in surroundings unaffected by wind or if you want to record low frequency sounds we recommend turning off the low cut filter 1 Select Built in Mic Low Cut or MIC ...

Page 78: ...e Volume 2 Select Ô or Õ to adjust the volume and then select X You can also drag your finger along the volume bar To adjust the volume during playback During playback adjust the headphones volume the same way you adjust the speaker s volume A 102 IMPORTANT When using headphones make sure to lower the volume to an appropriate level NOTES Use commercially available headphones with a 3 5 mm mini plu...

Page 79: ...ion and then select X The selected color bars appear on the screen and will be recorded when you press the START STOP button NOTES This function cannot be used together with slow fast motion recording Recording an Audio Reference Signal The camcorder can output a 1 kHz audio reference signal with the color bars 1 Select 1 kHz Tone 3 Recording Setup 1 kHz Tone 2 Select the desired option and then s...

Page 80: ...n was pressed within 3 seconds of having turned on pre recording or having finished the previous recording This function cannot be used together with slow fast motion recording Pre recording will be deactivated in the following cases When the power switch or camera mode switch is operated When a menu is opened When the shooting mode white balance or look is changed When the SD card compartment cov...

Page 81: ...splays on Onscreen markers1 Displays off mode2 Only data code on All displays on 1 The onscreen markers will be displayed only when Display Setup Onscreen Markers is set to an option other than j Off 2 Pressing the DISP button has the same effect as touching the screen During single photo view and while playing back a clip the playback controls are displayed only momentarily Operating modes ...

Page 82: ... infrared mode is activated the following apply The aperture remains fully open and the ND filter remains retracted Additionally the camcorder switches to automatic shutter speed and gain Exposure adjustment AGC limit backlight correction both automatic and constant and face detection tracking are deactivated The camcorder switches to autofocus initially but you can change the focus mode to manual...

Page 83: ...connect and use the remote controller refer to its instruction manual 1 Turn off the camcorder and connect the optional RC V100 Remote Controller to the camcorder 2 Turn on the camcorder in mode and select REMOTE Terminal B System Setup REMOTE Terminal 3 Select RC V100 REMOTE A and then select X Options NOTES The following controls on the remote controller will not operate the camcorder Operating ...

Page 84: ...manuals Video output configuration MP4 format only 1 Select the video configuration A 38 2 Select B System Setup USB Mode Video Output UVC 3 Connect the camcorder to a computer Video will be displayed on the software in use 4 Open the desired compatible software on the computer 5 When the connection ends disconnect the USB cable from the camcorder NOTES Audio is not output This function cannot be ...

Page 85: ...to view Connecting the GPS Receiver Turn off the camcorder and the receiver Connect the receiver to the camcorder s USB terminal using the USB cable While recording place the receiver in the carrying case and attach it to the camcorder s grip belt or carry it on your person For details about connecting and using the receiver refer to the GP E2 Instruction Manual Supplied with the optional GP E2 GP...

Page 86: ...bles connected to the SDI OUT terminal only or HDMI OUT terminal near the receiver Doing so may negatively affect the GPS signal Initial GPS signal reception will take longer after replacing the receiver s battery or when first turning on the receiver after a prolonged period of having been turned off The camcorder is not compatible with the receiver s digital compass and positioning interval func...

Page 87: ...e CUSTOM button to display a quick menu of the options Use the CUSTOM dial to select the desired option and then press the CUSTOM button Operating modes IRIS SHTR GAIN When the shooting mode is set to or turn the CUSTOM dial to adjust the shutter speed or aperture value respectively When the shooting mode is set to n press the CUSTOM button repeatedly to select the value you wish to adjust apertur...

Page 88: ... to it can be used 1 Physical buttons Press the MENU button and while holding it pressed down press the assignable button whose function you wish to change Onscreen assignable button Open the function selection screen with the menu setting B System Setup Onscreen Assignable Button A list of available functions appears with the current function assigned to the button highlighted You can use the men...

Page 89: ...on on off 50 Powered IS Turns powered IS on off 66 Ä White Balance Switches between white balance adjustment methods in order 52 Å Set WB 1 Registers a custom white balance setting 52 WB Priority Switches between the current white balance setting and a priority white balance setting Press and hold this button only physical assignable buttons to display the priority white balance setting registrati...

Page 90: ...e protection before editing a custom picture file 1 Enable the custom picture function and then select X v Camera Setup Function i On 2 Select a custom picture file FUNC Select the desired custom picture file The settings in the custom picture file will be applied Preset Custom Picture The following settings are saved to custom picture files C1 to C6 as preset custom picture settings Custom pictur...

Page 91: ...ind changing Editing a Custom Picture File s Settings You can adjust the image characteristics of the custom picture file selected You can also rename protect or reset custom picture files Be sure to remove the protection before editing a custom picture file Adjusting the Image Parameters 1 Select i 2 Select the image parameter you want to adjust Refer to Available Custom Picture Settings A 93 for...

Page 92: ...cture file to overwrite it or New File to save the settings as a new custom picture file on the card 3 When the confirmation message appears press SET NOTES Custom picture files are exclusively compatible for use only with the same camera model Using the virtual keyboard screen 1 Touch the keys on the screen to enter the desired text Touch Ï Ð to change the position of the cursor Touch 123 to swit...

Page 93: ...a curve and color space settings that affects the overall look and color space of the image Gamma curve BT 709 Normal Standard picture for playback on TV monitors BT 709 Standard Setting suitable for playback on TV monitors Produces a more faithful black gradation in the shadows dark areas of the image than with the BT 709 Normal setting Color space BT 709 Standard color space that is compatible w...

Page 94: ...ctivate On Off Set this setting to On to enable the adjustment of the knee point with the following settings Automatic On Off Set this setting to On to enable the automatic adjustment of the Knee settings Slope 35 to 50 0 Point 50 to 109 95 Saturation 10 to 10 0 These settings control the upper part of the gamma curve highlights of the image By compressing the highlights you can prevent parts of t...

Page 95: ...ue other than Off afterimages are not produced but the whole image will have a softer look Frame Correlation Off 1 to 3 Reduces noise elements by comparing the current image to the previous one field When set to a value other than Off the perceived resolution will not be affected but an afterimage may appear for moving subjects Color Matrix Tuning Gain 50 to 50 0 Phase 18 to 18 0 These settings ad...

Page 96: ... A Setting Phase Area B Setting Phase 0 to 31 0 These settings determine the color phase of the area to be corrected A or B respectively Area A Setting Chroma Area A Setting Area Area A Setting Y Level Area B Setting Chroma Area B Setting Area Area B Setting Y Level 0 to 31 16 These settings determine the following color characteristics of the area to be corrected A or B respectively Area A Settin...

Page 97: ...llowing custom picture settings can be changed using the buttons and dials on the remote controller Other Settings Black Master Pedestal Master Black Red Master Black Blue Other Settings Black Gamma Level Other Settings Knee Automatic Slope Point only when Knee Activate is set to On Other Settings Sharpness Level Other Settings White Balance R Gain B Gain ...

Page 98: ... Backup Menu 7 Save 3 Select Yes The camcorder s menu settings will be saved to the card If menu settings were previously saved the old file will be overwritten by the current menu settings 4 When the confirmation message appears select OK Loading Camcorder Settings 1 Insert an SD card that contains previously saved camcorder settings into SD card slot B 2 Select Load B System Setup Backup Menu 7 ...

Page 99: ...ex screen select the thumbnail of the desired recording Clips Playback will start from the selected clip until the last clip in the index screen Photos The selected photo will be displayed Swipe left right to view other photos Operating modes 3 4 5 6 1 2 2 1 y Clip index screen Photo index screen 2 Display the next previous index page You can also swipe left right on the screen 3 Index screen butt...

Page 100: ... have been changed You can turn off the recording date and time display or change the information displayed with the É Playback Setup Data Code setting Note that available options depend on the type of recording Depending on the recording conditions you may notice brief stops in video or sound playback between clips 1 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2 3 4 9 10 12 13 14 1 FUNC button Clip photo operations A 103...

Page 101: ...ximately 5x 15x 60x the normal speed During fast playback select Ð to return to playback at normal speed x00 Øx00 Slow playback Select Ö Õ Touch repeatedly to change the playback speed to approximately 1 4 1 8 the normal speed x1 0Õ Öx1 0 Frame reverse advance During playback pause select Skip to the beginning of the current clip Select Ú Skip to the beginning of the previous clip Select Ú twice S...

Page 102: ...mation 1 In the clip index screen select I and then select the desired clip The Clip Info screen will be displayed Select Ï Ð to view the information for the previous next clip 2 Select L twice to return to the index screen Only when the optional GP E2 GPS Receiver was used when recording the clip 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 1 File number A 120 2 Display the information for the previous next clip 3 Clip numbe...

Page 103: ...ual recordings 1 Select the individual clips photos you want to delete A checkmark will appear on the recordings you select The total number of selected clips photos will appear next to the icon Select a selected clip or photo to remove the checkmark To remove all checkmarks at once select Remove All Yes 2 After selecting all the desired recordings select OK Options Deleting a Clip during Playback...

Page 104: ... to a precise point if necessary The point at which the clip will be trimmed is indicated by the marker Playback controls will appear on the screen A 101 Use any special playback modes as necessary to locate the desired point 4 Select the desired trimming options and trim the clip Trim Trim Before Marker or Trim After Marker Save as New or Overwrite With the first set of options you can select res...

Page 105: ...DI output Display Setup SDI Output setting 3 The frame rate is 59 94P during slow fast motion recording Operating modes Recording video configuration Scanmode setting1 Maximum resolution setting2 Video output configuration Resolution Frame rate Resolution Frame rate Color sampling 3840x2160 29 97P 23 98P P 1920x1080 1920x1080 Same as that for video configuration3 YCbCr 4 2 2 8 bit 1280x720 59 94P ...

Page 106: ...Video output configuration Resolution Frame rate Resolution Frame rate Color sampling 3840x2160 29 97P 23 98P P 3840x2160 3840x21603 Same as that for video configuration3 YCbCr 4 2 2 8 bit5 1920x1080 1920x10803 Same as that for video configuration3 1280x720 59 94P 1280x720 59 94P PsF 1920x1080 SDI output4 29 97PsF 59 94i HDMI output 59 94i 1920x1080 59 94P 29 97P 23 98P P 3840x2160 1920x10803 Same...

Page 107: ...t Configuration 107 3 Only HDMI output is available for this video configuration 4 only 5 YCbCr 4 2 0 video recorded on the card is output as a YCbCr 4 2 2 signal 6 XF AVC video format only 7 MP4 video format only ...

Page 108: ...er adapter Selecting the Terminal Used For Output Select in advance to output video and audio signals from the SDI OUT terminal or HDMI OUT terminal 1 Select Output Terminal Display Setup Output Terminal 2 Activate the output terminal and then select X Select ø SDI SDI OUT terminal or ù HDMI HDMI OUT terminal depending on the connection you wish to use NOTES The camcorder cannot output signals to ...

Page 109: ...23 in the following cases Display Setup SDI HDMI Scan Mode is PsF Forced 1080i and the frame rate is 23 98P When the output is 1280x720 You can set 3 Recording Setup Rec Command to i On to use the camcorder s START STOP button to control also the recording operation of an external recorder connected to the SDI OUT terminal Using the HDMI OUT Terminal The digital signal that is output from the HDMI...

Page 110: ...de signal will not be output from the HDMI OUT terminal in the following cases In mode When slow fast motion recording is activated When the output is 720x480 59 94P The frames value in the time code will run from 0 to 29 instead of 0 to 23 in the following cases Display Setup SDI HDMI Scan Mode only or HDMI Scan Mode only is PsF Forced 1080i and the frame rate is 23 98P When the output is 1280x72...

Page 111: ...ls output from the left and right L R respectively Options with a sign CH1 2 for example indicate a mix of two audio channels on the same side Selecting the Audio Channels for HDMI Output The audio signal output from the HDMI OUT terminal will be 2 channel linear PCM audio 16 bit 48 kHz sampling 1 Select HDMI Channels Audio Setup HDMI Channels 2 Select the desired option and then select X NOTES If...

Page 112: ...tream file in the clip will be split approximately every 4 GB MP4 Join Tool is available as a free download for Windows or macOS from your local Canon website Check the download page for the system requirements and latest information You will find detailed instructions about installing and uninstalling the software in the Read This First file Install MP4 Join Tool pdf included in the compressed fi...

Page 113: ... Media Access for Windows macOS Plugin that allows you to easily import clips from a card or a local folder in the computer to the compatible version of Avid Media Composer an NLE application compatible with Avid Media Access directly from within the application ...

Page 114: ...all checkmarks at once select Remove All Yes 2 After selecting all the desired recordings select OK Options Copying a Photo during Playback 1 Play back the desired photo A 99 2 Touch the screen to display the playback controls and then copy the photo FUNC Copy 6 7 or Copy 7 6 Proceed Yes 3 Drag your finger left right to select another photo to copy or select X NOTES In the following cases you will...

Page 115: ... Off z 70 100 45 AGC Limit n manual Turn on off off when n is selected gain limit adjustment dial 0 0 dB to 23 0 dB 51 y Exposure Comp Exposure adjustment dial i Touch exposure settings Normal Highlights Zebra pattern button Off z 70 100 AE lock Turn on off off 45 White Balance Automatic Daylight É Tungsten Color Temperature Set 1 Set 2 52 BLC Always On Off On 50 Focus m Automatic n Manual when n ...

Page 116: ...sable 56 Grip Zoom Speed Y variable speed X constant speed When X 1 16 8 56 Handle Zoom Operation Enable Disable 56 Handle Zoom Speed 1 16 8 57 High Speed Zoom i On j Off 57 AF Mode Instant AF Medium AF Normal AF 63 Face Detection Tracking i On j Off 64 Focus Preset Speed Z Fast Normal Slow Auto Backlight Correction i On j Off Auto Slow Shutter i On j Off Flicker Reduction j Off k Automatic ND Fil...

Page 117: ... is enabled Auto Slow Shutter The camcorder automatically uses slow shutter speeds to obtain brighter recordings in places with insufficient lighting When this setting is set to i On the minimum shutter speed used is 1 30 59 94P 1 15 29 97P or 1 12 23 98P The auto slow shutter is available only during mode when the shooting mode is set to Programmed AE or during infrared mode If a trailing afterim...

Page 118: ... particular white balance setting frequently You can press an assignable button set to WB Priority to switch between the current white balance and the white balance setting selected for Set WB Priority Focus Zoom Ring Operation Selects whether to enable or disable the focus zoom ring s operation Focus Ring Direction Changes the direction the focus zoom ring needs to be turned when focusing This se...

Page 119: ...ording 32 Slow Fast Motion OFF x0 4 x0 5 x0 8 x2 x4 x10 x20 x60 x120 x600 x1200 40 Available Space in Memory 6 7 Used Space in Memory 6 7 Initialize 8 6 Mem Card A 7 Mem Card B 32 Rec Command i On j Off 35 HDMI Time Code i On j Off Time Code Mode Preset Regen 67 Time Code Running Mode Rec Run Free Run 67 DF NDF DF NDF 69 Initial Time Code 00 00 00 00 to 23 59 59 29 Reset 68 User Bit Type Setting T...

Page 120: ... of the last file recorded with the camcorder This setting is the most convenient for managing files on a computer We recommend using the n Continuous setting Understanding folder names An example folder name is 101_1025 The first 3 digits indicate the folder number from 100 to 999 and the last 4 digits indicate the month and day when the folder was created In the example the folder numbered 101 w...

Page 121: ...tt i On j Off 75 INPUT 1 2 Limiter i On j Off 76 INPUT 1 2 ALC Link Linked Separated 75 Built in Mic Sensitivity h Normal High 77 Built in Mic Att i On j Off 77 Built in Mic Low Cut i On j Off 77 MIC Att i On j Off 77 MIC Low Cut i On j Off 77 MIC ALC Link Linked Separated 73 Headphone Volume 0 15 8 78 Speaker Volume 0 15 8 102 Monitor Channels ƒ CH1 CH2 š CH1 CH1 Ÿ CH2 CH2 CH1 2 CH1 2 CH3 CH4 CH3...

Page 122: ...n horizontally when you rotate the LCD panel 180 degrees toward the subject In other words the screen will show a mirror image of the subject If the camcorder optional remote controller or a commercially available remote control is operated while the mirror image is displayed the mirror image will deactivate temporarily for approximately 4 seconds Output Onscreen Displays When set to i On the camc...

Page 123: ...e zone or travel time zone New York list of world time zones DST adjustment Toggle on or off 26 Date Time Date Time Jan 1 2022 12 00 AM Date Format Y M D M D Y D M Y Y year M month D day 24H Toggle on 24 hour clock or off 12 hour clock 25 POWER LED i On j Off 23 Tally Lamp i On j Off ACCESS LED i On j Off 31 REMOTE Terminal RC V100 REMOTE A Standard 83 Assignable Button 1 to Assignable Button 5 Fo...

Page 124: ...ery information may not be displayed GPS Auto Time Setting When the optional GP E2 GPS Receiver is attached to the camcorder you can have the camcorder automatically set the Date Time setting based on the information acquired from GPS For more details refer to the receiver s instruction manual GPS Information Display When the optional GP E2 GPS Receiver is attached to the camcorder this function a...

Page 125: ... 00 0dB AGC limit A 51 Face detection tracking A 64 D Focus A 60 0 0ft 000ft G Focusing distance While adjusting the focus the estimated focusing distance will be displayed to Custom picture files A 90 É È 00000K White balance A 52 color temperature Backlight correction A 50 O N Peaking A 62 z Zebra pattern A 49 GPS active A 85 Only when the optional GP E2 GPS Receiver is attached to the camcorder...

Page 126: ...n the conditions of use the actual battery charge may not be indicated accurately DC IN Appears when powering the camcorder through the DC IN terminal Ð6 in green Ð7 in green Ð6 in yellow Ð7 in yellow in red in red Photo recorded A 34 When an icon is displayed in yellow the indicated card is almost full When or is displayed the photo cannot be recorded because of a problem with the SD card Icon Di...

Page 127: ...A 76 CH0 0 CH0 0 0 0 Audio output channel A 111 Audio format A 71 Time code date time recording A 69 Icon Display Description FUNC Opens the FUNC menu A 28 f B O z Ä z œ Onscreen assignable button A 88 By default the Photo function take a photo is assigned to the button Tracking A 64 Exposure bar A 46 Audio recording level A 75 76 Icon Display Description ...

Page 128: ... channel A 111 Audio format A 71 Custom picture A 90 6 7 SD card in use 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Time code A 67 000000 000000 Current photo Total number of photos x0 0 x0000 Slow fast motion recording mode and slow fast motion rate A 40 º Frame rate A 38 Movie format A 38 0000x0000 Resolution A 38 000Mbps Bit rate A 38 000000 Clip number 000 0000 File number A 120 Icon Display Description Ú Ù Ý Ð Ñ...

Page 129: ...Appendix Onscreen Icons and Displays 129 Time and date F00 1 00000 Data code A 118 Icon Display Description ...

Page 130: ...there may be a problem with the camcorder or battery pack Consult a Canon Service Center The USB power adapter is connected to the USB terminal Connect the USB power adapter to the DC IN terminal A noise can be heard from the USB power adapter A faint sound can be heard while the USB power adapter is connected to a power outlet This is not a malfunction The battery pack becomes depleted extremely ...

Page 131: ...nation card or it already contains the maximum number of XF AVC clips 999 clips Delete some XF AVC clips A 103 to free some space or replace the card Clips or photos cannot be recorded properly This may occur as clips and photos are recorded deleted over time Save your recordings A 112 and initialize the card A 32 After using the camcorder for a long time it becomes hot The camcorder may become ho...

Page 132: ... rapidly one flash at 0 5 second intervals The temperature of the battery pack is outside its operating range approximately 0 40 C 32 104 F Remove the battery pack warm it or let it cool down as necessary and try charging it again Charge the battery pack in temperatures between approximately 0 C and 40 C 32 F and 104 F The battery pack is damaged Use a different battery pack Charging has stopped b...

Page 133: ...rding level manually The picture is displayed correctly but there is no sound from the built in speaker Speaker volume is turned off Adjust the volume A 102 During mode sound from the built in speaker will be muted if headphones are connected to the camcorder SD Card and Accessories Cannot insert the SD card The SD card you are trying to insert is not facing the correct direction Turn it over and ...

Page 134: ...rn off the camcorder After a short while turn it on again and restore the connection Connect the camcorder to a different USB port on the computer Cannot transfer MP4 clips and photos to the computer The SD card contains too many MP4 clips and photos Delete some recordings A 103 until the SD card contains a combined total of 2 500 Windows 1 000 macOS or fewer recordings List of Messages Accessing ...

Page 135: ...een you can resume recording playback If the problem persists save your recordings A 112 and initialize the SD card A 32 File name error The folder and file numbers have reached their maximum value Set Recording Setup MP4 Clip Photo Numbering to Reset and initialize the SD card A 32 Initialize only using the camcorder Initialize the SD card with this camcorder A 32 May not be possible to record mo...

Page 136: ... 3840x2160 or clips using slow fast motion recording mode use an SD card that is rated UHS Speed Class U3 To record other clips use an SD card rated SD Speed Class 6 or 10 or UHS Speed Class U1 or U3 Only for MP4 clips Do not use to record XF AVC clips After repeatedly recording deleting and editing clips fragmented memory it will take longer to write data on the SD card and recording may stop Sav...

Page 137: ...water and seek immediate medical assistance When disposing of batteries battery packs insulate the terminals with tape or other means This may cause electric shock explosion or fire Use only power sources specified in this instruction manual for use with the product Observe the following instructions when using a battery charger or the PD E1 USB Power Adapter Do not plug in or unplug the product w...

Page 138: ...viewfinder at strong light sources Do not leave the camcorder pointed at a bright subject Take special care when the camcorder is mounted on a tripod or the camcorder is being carried as the lens or viewfinder might be pointed toward such strong light sources When the camcorder is not in use make sure the lens barrier is closed Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel Be careful when closing th...

Page 139: ...ery pack is used for long periods of time in high temperatures Use the time shown on the screen as an approximation Regarding the use of non Canon battery packs For your safety battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs will not be charged even if you attach them to this camcorder or to the optional CG 800 Battery Charger We recommend using genuine Canon battery packs bearing the Intel...

Page 140: ...or about 3 months To recharge the built in lithium battery Connect the PD E1 USB Power Adapter to the camcorder and leave it connected for 24 hours with the camcorder off Disposal When you delete clips or initialize an SD card only the file allocation table is altered and stored data is not physically erased When you dispose of an SD card or give either to another person initialize it first A 32 F...

Page 141: ...ensation 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 quickly from cold to warm places When the camcorder is left in a humid room When a cold room is heated rapidly To avoid condensation Do not expose the camcorder to sudden or extr...

Page 142: ...d Power Sources You can use the USB 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 a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use ...

Page 143: ...ired connection between this accessory and the camcorder Availability differs from area to area RC V100 Remote Controller GP E2 GPS Receiver SS 600 Shoulder Strap WA H58 Wide Attachment Protect Filter 58 mm ND4L Filter 58 mm ND8L Filter 58 mm HTC 100 High Speed HDMI Cable IFC 100U IFC 400U Interface Cable IFC 40AB III IFC 150AB III Interface Cable WS 20 Wrist Strap BP 820 BP 828 Battery Pack CG 80...

Page 144: ...e used together with the supplied lens hood with lens barrier The minimum focusing distance at full telephoto with the tele converter is 1 3 m 4 3 ft WA H58 Wide Attachment This wide attachment lens decreases the focal length by a factor of 0 75 giving you a wide perspective for indoor shots or panoramic views The wide attachment cannot be used together with the supplied lens hood with lens barrie...

Page 145: ...Optional Accessories 145 This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories When you use Canon video equipment we recommend Canon brand accessories or products bearing the same mark ...

Page 146: ... 59 94i 29 97P 23 98P Color sampling YCbCr 4 2 0 8 bit Recording Media not included SD SDHC SD High Capacity or SDXC SD eXtended Capacity card1 2 slots 1 SD card B is used also to save custom picture files and the camcorder settings file Image Sensor 1 2 3 inch CMOS 21 140 000 pixels Effective pixels 8 290 000 pixels LCD Touch Screen 3 5 in wide color 2 760 000 dots 100 coverage capacitive touch s...

Page 147: ...mpensation Size of Photos 3840x2160 3 080 KB 1920x1080 880 KB 1280x720 420 KB The number in parentheses indicates the file size Terminals HDMI OUT Terminal HDMI mini connector output only USB Terminal USB Type C receptacle equivalent to Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 MIC Terminal 3 5 mm stereo mini jack unbalanced power can be supplied to a plug in power microphone Sensitivity 65 dBV auto volume full scale ...

Page 148: ...ndle unit 1140 g 2 5 lb Camcorder only 740 g 1 6 lb Camcorder with lens hood BP 820 Battery Pack two SD cards handle unit 1135 g 2 5 lb PD E1 USB Power Adapter Rated input 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Rated output 5 0 V DC 3 0 A 9 0 V DC 3 0 A Operating temperature 0 40 C 32 104 F Dimensions 58 6 x 33 5 x 101 9 mm 2 31 x 1 32 x 4 01 in Weight 200 g 7 05 oz BP 820 Battery Pack Battery type Rechargeable li...

Page 149: ...charging outside of the recommended temperature range MP4 audio format Resolution bit rate SD card 8 GB 16 GB 32 GB 64 GB 128 GB AAC 16bit 2CH 3840x2160 150 Mbps 5 min 10 min 25 min 55 min 110 min 1920x1080 35 Mbps 25 min 55 min 115 min 240 min 485 min 1920x1080 17 Mbps 55 min 120 min 245 min 495 min 995 min 1280x720 8 Mbps 120 min 255 min 520 min 1 055 min 2 120 min LPCM 16bit 4CH 3840x2160 150 M...

Page 150: ...s Battery pack Resolution bit rate Frame rate BP 820 supplied BP 828 optional MP4 clips 3840x2160 150 Mbps 29 97P Recording maximum 155 min 225 min Recording typical 90 min 135 min Playback 225 min 330 min 1920x1080 35 Mbps Recording maximum 180 min 265 min Recording typical 100 min 155 min Playback 250 min 365 min 1920x1080 17 Mbps Recording maximum 180 min 275 min Recording typical 100 min 155 m...

Page 151: ...80 35 Mbps Recording maximum 185 min 270 min Recording typical 105 min 155 min Playback 260 min 380 min 1920x1080 17 Mbps Recording maximum 185 min 280 min Recording typical 105 min 160 min Playback 260 min 395 min 1280x720 8 Mbps 59 94P Recording maximum 155 min 240 min Recording typical 90 min 135 min Playback 270 min 405 min XF AVC clips 3840x2160 160 Mbps 29 97P Recording maximum 155 min 220 m...

Page 152: ... Condensation 141 Connection to an external monitor 108 Copying recordings to an SD card 114 CUSTOM button 87 CUSTOM dial 87 Custom picture 90 D Data code 81 118 Date and time 25 DC IN terminal 16 Deleting recordings 103 Digital tele converter 59 Dioptric adjustment 21 Dual recording 32 E Error messages 134 Exposure Exposure compensation 48 Exposure lock 48 Highlight AE 47 Manual exposure 45 Touch...

Page 153: ...cording 34 Recording audio 71 Relay recording 32 Remote controller 83 Resetting all camcorder settings 124 Resolution frame size 38 Reviewing recordings 36 S Saving clips to a computer 112 SD card 139 Compatible SD cards 30 Initializing 32 Inserting Removing 31 Selecting the SD card for recording 32 SDI OUT terminal 109 Serial number 13 Setup menus 27 116 Shooting mode 42 Shutter speed 45 Slow fas...

Page 154: ... configuration 38 Video format 38 Video output configuration 105 Viewfinder 21 Volume 78 102 W White balance 52 Z Zebra pattern 49 Zoom 55 Digital zoom 117 High speed zoom 57 Soft zoom control 58 Zoom speed 56 58 ...

Page 155: ...ranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the Equipment and does not apply in the following cases A Loss or damage to the Equipment due to abuse mishandling accident improper maintenance use of non Canon accessories or failure to follow operating maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed in Canon USA s user s manual B If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batt...

Page 156: ...rmal use of the Equipment and does not apply in the following cases A Loss or damage to the Equipment due to abuse mishandling accident improper maintenance use of non Canon accessories or failure to follow operating maintenance or environmental instructions prescribed in Canon Canada s user s manual B If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries sand dirt or water damage C If de...

Page 157: ...he information in this document is verified as of June 2022 Subject to change without notice Visit your local Canon website to download the latest version Canon Inc 30 2 Shimomaruko 3 chome Ohta ku Tokyo 146 8501 Japan ...

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