Canon 312 XL-S Bedienungsanleitung

INSTRUCTIONS

SpecificationsType: SLR type Super 8 for sound and silent XL filming.Size of Picture Frame: 5.8 x 4.2 mm Lens: 8.5 — 25.5 mm f/1.2, 3X zoom ra

Viewfinder; Single lens reflex aerial image system. Information: recording level indicator, battery check/film end warning lamp, film

Shutter Release Mechanism; Electromagnetic release system; remote control is possible.Filming Speed: 18fps.Angle of Shutter Opening: 220°Main Swit

Film End Warning: The film end warning lamp lights in the viewfinder about 2 ft. before the end of the film.Sound Recording System; Ma

195(L) X 136(W) X X 5-3/8" X 2-1/2") 1,420g (3 lbs. 2 oz)Grip: Collapsible; serves as battery compartment.Accessory Shoe: For

GENERAL OUTLINECANON 312XL-S • Unfold the grip.Load batteries.Check the battery charge. (With themain switch at "R") • Adjust eyepiece.Conn

1 Insert the sound Q Q Set the main switch Acartridge. ^ Check CCA Filter vJ to "R”. ^ Check film advance.DIFilm transport indicatorSILENT FI

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Built-in Rubber HoodThis is used to avoid extraneous light while shooting and is made of collapsible rubber. To use, simply pull it ou

Battery LoadingAs this camera will not operate without batteries, batteries must be loaded before checking its operation. Six penligh

14Battery check/Film Q end warning lamp

*lf the camera will not be used for a long period of time, unload the batteries to prevent possible damage to the camera by battery l

Eyepiece AdjustmentEyepiece adjustment is indispensable, because blur will result if the eyepiece is not adjusted to the user's ey

Recording level indicator Macro indication ^Battery check/Film end warning lamp16T1IUnderexposure warning markFilm transport indicator

Shutter Release LeverAfter setting the main switch to “R", depress the shutter release lever to start shooting. This shutter relea

from a change in focal length caused by rotating the zooming lever. Zooming is most effectively used for creating special effects.

ContentsPageOUTSTANDING FEATURES ...4SPECIFICATIONS...6GENERAL OUTLINE ...

FocusingThe Canon 312XL-S can focus as close as 1.2 meters, but distance must be estimated. After determining the distance between c

Use of the CCA Fflter SwitchThis camera is designed so that tungsten type (artificial light) film may be used under all conditions. S

CCA FStar Settings' Source Film TypeDaylightLightType A (Tungsten TypelQType G or DaylightTypeEither position may be usedTake care that you don&a

Film LoadingPull out the film compartment opening knob and turn in the direction of the arrow. Then pull the cover open. Hold the

Checking Film AdvanceWith the main switch at "R”, press the shutter release lever all the way in while looking through the viewf

o. Film transport indicator

Q Underexposure warning mark22

PageFilm Transport and Film End Warning ... 24Removing the Film Cartridge...24Changing a Partly-used Cartridge ...

How to Hold the CameraSome ways of holding the camera will cause blurred and out-of-focus movies, so make sure the camera is held correctl

Cue LightA cue light on the lower front of the camera indicates that the camera drive is in operation so the subject will know when fil

IBattery check/Film end warning lampFilm transport indicator

Film Transport and Film End WarningWhile shooting, the film transport indicator moves up and down to indicate normal film transport. Abou

Changing a Partly-used CartridgeSince Super 8 film comes in a cartridge, you can change to different types of film before one cartridg

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MacrocinematographyThe Canon 312XL-S has a built-in macrocinematography system which enables titling or close-up shooting by simply mo

*ln macrocinematography, it is better to use a copy stand or tripod and a remote control switch to avoid blur. When you shoot wit

Exposure Control Plate Zooming Battery Check Button1 Switch ILight Metering WindowDistance Scale Focusing Ring \Zooming Lever/ - Macro Setting Lev

Running LockThe running lock locks the shutter release lever for continuous shooting. Press the shutter release lever and then rotate

ous shooting even after your finger has been removed.4. To release the remote control, first rotate the main switch to "R"

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SOUND FILMINGUsing a sound film cartridge, recording and filming are performed simultaneously. Since the quality of the recording varie

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Windscreen32

WindscreenWhen making movies outdoors on a windy day, the sound of the wind on the microphone is recorded, too. Attaching the micro

Audio Level SwitchSince an ALC (Automatic Level Control) circuit is built into this camera, the sound level is automatically controlled for recording

CANON 312XL SCoruiecling Cord RidieC300Loi^amgraphQQTape RecorderEfRadio Cassette

*The level of sound is autonnatically controlled by ALC. If the sound is too low or distorted when monitored, adjust the level of the

* If the microphone cord is too short, please use the Microphone Extension Cord E450L (4.5m).*Don't forget to attach the finder co

Recording level IndicatoriI **- - - - - - -036

blinks on and off when the sound signal comes in. It should particularly be used for monitoring when filming close to loud noises

Filming begins with full pressure on the shutter release lever. Use of the Canon Boom Microphone is recommended if you want to move w

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This 8mm movie camera makes use of the latest electronic technology for completely reliable sound and silent filming. The Canon 312XL

When you use both the microphone input jack and the AUX. jack together, the sound coming in through the microphone and the sound

Hints in Filming TitlesThe Canon 312XL-S is equipped with a macrocinematography mechanism that gives it the capability to do close-u

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AccessoriesBoom Microphone BM70Use of this microphone is recommended when you film without an assistant or when you desire more freedom

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С-8 Wide Attachment Lens 43This is an attachment lens for super wide-angle shooting. By only adjusting the macro setting lever to the

Lighting Adaptor LA-1This accessory is used to attach a movie light to Canon 8mm sound movie cameras. Although this adaptor is attach

Connecting Cord C300LMicrophone Extension Cord E450L43

Mixing techniques for better sound effectsUsing both the Aux. input and the microphone input jacks, mixing can be performed to enhance e

CAMERA MAINTENANCEHowever fine a camera is, it cannot function optimally unless it is correctly taken care of. Please observe the fol

should avoid drawers containing camphor or naphthalene. Problems can arise if the camera is not used over a long period of time. I

Boom Microphone BM 50OWindscreenCanon 312XL-S Sound SystemMovie Light43mm FilterBoom Microphone [ BM 70CANON 312XL-SLighting Adaptor 1^7^---------ÌL

Film Compartment Opening KnobEyecupCCA Filter SwitchFilm Plane IndicatorBuilt-in Rubber HoodExternal Power JackGrip Locking LeverCollapsible Grip/ Bat

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Highly sensitive XL mechanism for indoor filmingCombining the shutter opening angle of 220 and fast lens, the highly sensitive meter