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Recording1003Video ScopesOptionsConfiguring the VectorscopeThe camcorder’s vectorscope function offers 2 modes. You can also change the gain.1 Open th

101Recording3Video ScopesOptions[Type 1]: The waveform that represents the focus of the entire picture is displayed in green. In addition, the wavefor

Recording1023Adding Shot Marks while RecordingAdding Shot Marks whil e RecordingWhen recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a “

103Recording3Reviewing a RecordingReviewing a Rec ordingWhen the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that was recorded.1 Open the [Re

Recording1043Special Recording ModesSpecial Rec ording ModesThe camcorder features 4 special recording modes.Interval recording ([Interval Rec]): The

105Recording3Special Recording ModesAvailable Intervals** In the camcorder’s menu, seconds are indicated by [sec] and minutes are indicated by [min].A

Recording1063Special Recording ModesFrame Recording ModeSet the number of frames in advance. We recommend using the wireless controller or stabilizing

107Recording3Special Recording Modes• The time code advances by the number of frames recorded. If the running mode of the time code (0 84) is set to [

Recording1083Special Recording Modes3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording.• The camcorder automatically records at the set frame rate.• The

109Recording3Special Recording Modes4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.• The camcorder records the clip, including approximately 3

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

Recording1103Optical Axis ShiftOptical Axis ShiftThis function aids in a dual camera setup for 3D recording by allowing you to adjust the position of

111Recording3Using the Focal Length GuideUsing the Focal Length GuideThe focal length guide aids you when using two camcorders for 3D recording. The g

Recording1123Using the Focal Length GuideCOPY

113Customization4Assignable Buttons4CustomizationCustomizationAssignable ButtonsThe camcorder conveniently features 13* buttons to which you can assig

Customization1144Assignable ButtonsUsing an Assignable ButtonAfter you assign a function to one of the buttons, press the button to activate the funct

115Customization4Custom Picture SettingsCustom Picture SettingsYou can preset a number of picture-related settings (0 119). After changing individual

Customization1164Custom Picture SettingsEditing a Custom Picture File’s Settings1 After selecting a file, select [I X Edit File] and then press SET.2

117Customization4Custom Picture SettingsProtecting Custom Picture FilesProtecting a custom picture file prevents its settings from being accidentally

Customization1184Custom Picture SettingsCopying a File from an SD Card to the Camcorder1 After selecting a file on the SD card, open the [Copy To Cam.

119Customization4Custom Picture SettingsAvailable Custom Picture SettingsThe following are the available settings. Even if no custom picture file is s

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

Customization1204Custom Picture SettingsBlack GammaControls the lower part of the gamma curve (dark areas of the image).[Level]: Raises or lowers the

121Customization4Custom Picture SettingsSharpnessSets the sharpness of the output and recording signal.[Level]: Sets the sharpness level. This setting

Customization1224Custom Picture Settings[Select]: In addition to the sharpness set by [Level], [Select] sets the sharpness for areas with higher frequ

123Customization4Custom Picture Settings[Y Level]: Adjusts the brightness for detection of skin tones. This setting can be adjusted from 0 to 31. (De

Customization1244Custom Picture SettingsWhite BalanceAdjusts the amount of white balance throughout the whole image.[R Gain]: Adjust the intensity of

125Customization4Custom Picture SettingsOther Functions[Setup Level]: Adjusts the black level set by the [Black] and [Master Pedestal] settings.[Leve

Customization1264Customizing Functions and Onscreen DisplaysCustomizing Functions and Onscreen D isplaysCustomize the camcorder to match your shootin

127Customization4Customizing Functions and Onscreen DisplaysCustomizing Onscreen DisplaysFor details on which onscreen displays can be customized, ref

Customization1284Saving and Loading Camera SettingsSaving a nd Loading Camera Setti ngsAfter you adjust custom picture settings and settings in the v

129Playback5Playback5PlaybackPlaybackPlaybackThis section explains how to play back clips recorded on a CF card. For details on playing back clips usi

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

Playback1305PlaybackvSwitching Between the CF Card SlotsIf both CF card slots contain a CF card, you can switch between them as necessary.Press the SL

131Playback5PlaybackPlaying Back ClipsYou can play back clips from the clip index screen, [e Mark] index screen and [Z Mark] index screen. Use the pla

Playback1325Playback1Appears when [M LCD/VF Setup] [Metadata Display] [Date/Time] is set to [On].2Appears when [M LCD/VF Setup] [Metadata Displa

133Playback5PlaybackPlayback ControlsWhen you play back a clip, operate the buttons on the handle or the wireless controller to use fast playback, pla

Playback1345PlaybackAdjusting the VolumeDuring playback, audio will come from the monaural built-in speaker or headphones. When you connect headphones

135Playback5Clip OperationsClip OperationsBesides playing back a clip, you can perform other operations such as deleting a clip or displaying clip inf

Playback1365Clip OperationsUsing the Clip Menu1 Select a clip and then press SET.• The clip menu appears. Available functions depend on the index scre

137Playback5Clip OperationsDisplaying the User MemoWhen displaying the [Clip Info] screen of a clip that has an embedded user memo, push the joystick

Playback1385Clip 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

139Playback5Clip OperationsCopying All Clips1 Open the [Copy All Clips] submenu.[J Other Functions] [Clips] [Copy All Clips]2 Select [OK] and then

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

Playback1405Clip OperationsDeleting ClipsYou can delete any clip except those with an e mark. To delete such clips, delete the e mark beforehand.Delet

141Playback5Clip OperationsCopying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a ClipYou can copy the custom picture file embedded in a clip to the camcorder.1

Playback1425Clip OperationsNOTES• After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Shot Mark] i

143Playback5Clip OperationsNOTES• After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Expand Clip]

Playback1445Clip OperationsNOTES•If you set an assignable button to [Add Shot Mark 1] or [Add Shot Mark 2] (0 113), you can add shot marks. You can al

145External Connections6Video Output Configuration6External ConnectionsExternal ConnectionsVideo Ou tput Configur ationThe video signal output from th

External Connections1466Video Output ConfigurationNOTES• b When the camcorder is connected via HDMI OUT terminal to an external monitor, the video sig

147External Connections6Connecting to an External MonitorConnecting to an External MonitorWhen you connect the camcorder to an external monitor for re

External Connections1486Connecting to an External Monitorb Using the HD/SD SDI TerminalThe digital signal output from the HD/SD SDI terminal includes

149External Connections6Connecting to an External MonitorNOTES• If necessary, you can superimpose the onscreen displays on the video displayed on the

15Introduction1Names of Parts2134 5678910Terminals  (0 21)1 Speaker (0 134)2SD card slot cover3 SD card access indicator (0 41)4SD card slot (0 41)5

External Connections1506Audio OutputAudio OutputThe camcorder can output audio from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only), HDMI OUT terminal, AV terminal o

151External Connections6Audio OutputSelecting the Audio ChannelYou can select the audio channel that is output from the AV terminal or W (headphone) t

External Connections1526Saving Clips to a ComputerSaving C lips to a Comp uterUse the software on the supplied Canon XF Utilities CD-ROM to transfer c

153External Connections6Saving Clips to a ComputerApple's NLE software pluginsRefer to the following for the required applications.Refer to the a

External Connections1546Saving Clips to a Computer3 Select the language to be displayed during installation.4 Select an installation method and then c

155External Connections6Saving Clips to a Computer6 Click [Install].7 Read the license agreement and click [Yes] to begin the installation.• If you do

External Connections1566Saving Clips to a ComputerUninstalling Canon XF MPEG2 Decoder1 In the Control Panel, open [Programs and Features]* (Windows Vi

157External Connections6Saving Clips to a Computer4 Click [Install].5 Select the installation method and then click [Next].6 Read the license agreemen

External Connections1586Saving Clips to a Computer8 Click [Next] to begin the installation.• When the installation has completed, [Installation has fi

159External Connections6Saving Clips to a ComputerUninstalling Canon XF MPEG2 DecoderMove the following file to [Trash]./Library/QuickTime/XFMpeg2Dec.

Introduction161Names of Parts109876541231 Remote sensor (0 38)2 MIRROR button (0 34)3 START/STOP button (0 46)4 RESET button (0 186)5 XLR terminal swi

External Connections1606Saving Clips to a ComputerMac OS:1 From [Applications], open [Canon Utilities] Desired plugin [Manual].2 Open the folder o

161Photos7Taking Photos7PhotosPhotosTaking PhotosYou can take photos when the camcorder is in mode or you can capture a photo from a clip when the c

Photos1627Taking Photos1 Set an assignable button to [Photo] (0 113).• This step is not necessary if you are using the wireless controller.2 Select th

163Photos7Photo PlaybackPhoto PlaybackYou can view the photos that you took with the camcorder.Displaying the [Photos] Index ScreenDisplay the [Photos

Photos1647Photo OperationsPhoto OperationsYou can use the photo menu to protect or unprotect a photo, delete a photo, or copy a custom picture file em

165Photos7Photo Operations5 Select [OK] and then press SET.• Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation.• The selected photo is deleted.• If a cu

Photos1667Photo OperationsProtecting a Photo from the Index Screen1 Open the [Photos] Index Screen• Refer to Viewing Photos (0 163).2 Move the orange

167Photos7Photo OperationsCopying a File from the Index Screen1 Open the [Photos] Index Screen.•Refer to Viewing Photos (0 163).2 Move the orange sele

Photos1687Photo OperationsNOTES• If you select [Continu.] and the SD card you insert already contains a photo with a larger number, a new photo will b

169Additional Information8Menu Options8Additional InformationAdditional InformationMenu OptionsFor details about how to select an item, refer to Using

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

Additional Information1708Menu Options[Tele-converter]: Determines the operation of the digital tele-converter. When activated, the focal length of th

171Additional Information8Menu Options[m Audio Setup] menu* Not available in the [Photos] index screen.[N Video Setup] menuMenu item Submenu Setting o

Additional Information1728Menu Options[M LCD/VF Setup] menuMenu item Submenu Setting options 0[LCD Setup] [Brightness] -99 to 99 (0) N N35[Contrast] -

173Additional Information8Menu Options* Not available in the [Photos] index screen.[Metadata Display]: Displays the date and time of recording and/or

Additional Information1748Menu Options[Custom Display] settings[Remaining Battery]: Controls when the remaining battery indicator appears.[Warning]: A

175Additional Information8Menu Options[Interval Counter]: Displays the countdown during interval recording mode when set to [On].[SD Card Status]: Con

Additional Information1768Menu Options[J Other Functions] menuMenu item Submenu Setting options 0[Reset All Settings] [Cancel], [OK] N N –[Transfer Me

177Additional 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 Information1788Menu Options1Not available in the [Photos] index screen.2Setting options for [Assign Button]: [(NONE)], [Standard IS], [Dyna

179Additional Information8Displaying the Status ScreensDisplaying the Status Screen sYou can use the status screens to check the camcorder’s various r

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

Additional Information1808Displaying the Status Screens[Camera] Status Screen ( mode)[Buttons / Remote] Status Screen* Assignable buttons 8 to 13 do n

181Additional Information8Displaying the Status Screens[Audio] Status Screen [Media] Status Screen 1891011122345677In modeIn mode1 Built-in microph

Additional Information1828Displaying the Status ScreensNOTES• Depending on the recording media, the total space displayed on the screen may differ fro

183Additional Information8Displaying the Status Screens[Battery / Hour Meter] Status Screen[X Data 1/3] Status Screen ( mode)123451 Remaining recordin

Additional Information1848Displaying the Status Screens[X Data 2/3] Status Screen ( mode)[X Data 3/3] Status Screen ( mode)13256741 Sharpness settings

185Additional Information8TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Can

Additional Information1868TroubleshootingPlaybackCannot delete a clip.- You cannot delete clips with an e mark. Remove the e mark (0 138) to delete th

187Additional Information8Troubleshooting• Use the [Other Functions] [Reset All Settings] function. This resets all the camcorder’s settings to defa

Additional Information1888TroubleshootingConnections with External DevicesVideo noise appears on a nearby TV screen.- When using the camcorder in a ro

189Additional Information8TroubleshootingCF AJCF B / CF BJCF A Switched- This message appears when you use the SLOT SELECT button to switch the CF car

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 Information1908TroubleshootingDo not disconnect the USB cable or the power source until you safely end the connection from the computer.

191Additional Information8TroubleshootingShot Mark Error- Could not add a shot mark. If the message appears in mode, try adding the mark again. If t

Additional Information1928Handling PrecautionsHandling PrecautionsCamcorderBe sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance.

193Additional Information8Handling PrecautionsLong-term storage • Store battery packs in a dry place at temperatures no higher than 30 °C (86 °F). • T

Additional Information1948Handling Precautions• SD cards: SD cards have a physical switch to prevent writing on the card so as to avoid the accidental

195Additional Information8Maintenance/OthersMainte nance/Other sCleaningCamcorder Body• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use c

Additional Information1968Maintenance/OthersCondensation may form in the following cases:• When the camcorder is moved quickly from cold to warm place

197Additional Information8Optional AccessoriesOptional AccessoriesThe following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder. The availabil

Additional Information1988Optional AccessoriesCall or visit your local retailer/dealer for genuine Canon video accessories. You can also obtain genuin

199Additional Information8Optional Accessoriesc* Approximate times for recording with repeated operations such as start/stop, zooming, and power on/of

2Important Usage InstructionsWARNING!TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.For Canada only:TO R

Introduction201Names of Parts1 PUSH AF button (0 59)2FOCUS switch (0 55, 58)3 IS (image stabilizer) button (0 62)/Assignable button 1 (0 113) 4 PEAKIN

Additional Information2008Optional AccessoriesWA-H82 Wide AttachmentThe wide attachment decreases the camcorder’s focal length by a factor of 0.8, all

201Additional Information8Optional AccessoriesProduct CodesProvided accessories:CA-930 Compact Power Adapter 4589B002AADC-930 DC Cable 4590B001AABP-95

Additional Information2028SpecificationsSpecifica tionsXF305 / XF300System•Recording SystemMovies: Video compression: MPEG-2 Long GOP;Audio compressi

203Additional Information8Specifications• White BalanceAuto white balance, custom white balance, preset white balance settings or color temperature se

Additional Information2048Specifications• W (Headphone) Terminal∅ 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack, -f to -12 dBV (16 Ω load, volume range Min to Max) / 50 Ω o

205Additional Information8SpecificationsBP-955 Battery Pack•Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System• Rated

206AAbroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . .196Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197AE level . . . . .

207Index screensChanging clip thumbnail . . . . . . . . . . . .144Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129Expand clip . . . . .

208Terminal covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Time code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84, 89TIME CODE t

209CANON DIGITAL VIDEO PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATESThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. ("Canon

21Introduction1Names of Parts1DC IN terminal (0 26)2 b HD/SD SDI terminal (0 148)3 b GENLOCK terminal (0 89)4 b TIME CODE terminal (0 90)5VIDEO 2 term

210CANON 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:1 Hold

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 InstructionsThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.The serial number of this product can be found on the bot

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

4Highlights of the XF305/XF300The Canon XF305/XF300 HD Camcorder has been designed to fulfill the needs demanded by industry professionals. The follow

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 (0 103) 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

5Custom picture settingsWith custom picture settings (0 115), you can enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the “look” you want by adjusting par

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 FocusPeakingThe camcorder offers two peaking levels. Select the level before activating peaking.1 Open the [Select] submenu

Recording583Adjusting the FocusAutofocus ModeThe camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system and continuously adjusts the focus on the subject in the cent

59Recording3Adjusting the FocusOptionsPush AFDuring manual focus mode or Normal AF mode, press the PUSH AF button and hold it pressed down.• The autof

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Recording603Adjusting the FocusDetecting and Focusing On FacesThe camcorder can detect a person’s face during autofocus mode, automatically focus on i

61Recording3Adjusting the FocusFocus Limit and Macro ShootingBy default, the camcorder’s focus range allows macro shooting. You can activate the focus

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: 5,600 K) and indoor (incandescent light: 3,200 K) sett

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 Optional Remote ControlWhen you operate the zoom, a zoom indicator* will appear on t

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

8Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 81Displaying Onscreen Markers 81Displaying Zebra Patterns 82Setting the Time Code 84Selecting the Running Mode 84

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

81Recording3Onscreen Markers and Zebra PatternsOnscreen Markers and Zebra PatternsUsing onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is corr

Recording823Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns4 Select [Enable], select [On] and then press SET to enable the onscreen markers.• All of the selected

83Recording3Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns4 Select a zebra level and then press SET.5 Press the ZEBRA button to activate the selected zebra patte

Recording843Setting the Time CodeSetting the Time Cod eThe camcorder can generate a time code signal and embed it in your recordings. You can have the

85Recording3Setting 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

Recording863Setting the Time CodeThe time code continues to run normally while the time code display is on hold. When you resume the time code display

87Recording3Setting the User BitSetting the User BitThe user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of recording, or an identification

Recording883b Synchronizing with an External Device b Synchro nizing with an External Dev iceUsing genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this

89Recording3b Synchronizing with an External DeviceUsing a Reference Video Signal (Genlock Synchronization)When a reference sync signal (analog blackb

96. External Connections 145Video Output Configuration 145Video Output Configuration by Terminal 145SD Output 146Connecting to an External Monitor 147

Recording903b Synchronizing with an External Device• If the external Genlock signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the external time code t

91Recording3Recording AudioRecording Aud ioThe camcorder features two-channel linear PCM audio recording and playback with a sampling frequency of 48

Recording923Recording AudioSelecting the Built-in Microphone’s Sensitivity1 Open the [Int. Mic Sensitivity] submenu.[m Audio Setup] [Audio Input]

93Recording3Recording AudioSwitching Between External Microphone and Line Input1 Set the AUDIO IN switch of the desired channel to EXT.2 Set the XLR t

Recording943Recording AudioOptionsAdjusting the External Microphone’s SensitivityYou can adjust the external microphone’s sensitivity if the XLR termi

95Recording3Recording AudioAutomatic Audio Level AdjustmentSet the e switch of the desired channel to A (automatic) to let the camcorder automatically

Recording963Recording AudioMonitoring the Audio with HeadphonesConnect headphones to the W (headphone) terminal to monitor the recorded audio. You can

97Recording3Using MetadataUsing M etadataThe camcorder automatically adds metadata to clips while they are being recorded. Metadata consists of the us

Recording983Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal Col ors Ba rs/Aud io Refer ence S ignalYou can have the camcorder generate and record color bars and a

99Recording3Video ScopesVideo ScopesThe camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor or vectorscope. It can also display an edge monitor* to he