Canon DM-GL1 User Manual Page 1

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDERInstruction ManualCAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUESMode d’emploiVIDEOCAMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITALManual de InstruccionesENGLI

10EQuick OverviewTripod socket (p. 31)Lens hood (p. 15)START/STOP button (p. 21)Zoom control (p. 24)PHOTO button (p. 43)POWER switch (p. 21, 28)+ REC

100EAdditionalInformationIndexÅAbroad, Using the Camera, 90Accessories, 6Adapter, AC, 16AE Programs, 48AE Shift, 59Analog Line-in, 76Audio Dubbing, 80

101EAdditionalInformation∏Photo Mode, 43Photo Search, 67Playback, 28Playback Connection, 30Playback Pause, 28Power Adapter, 6, 16Powering Your Camcode

102EAdditionalInformationCANON®GL1 DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“CUSA

103EAdditionalInformationCANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTYThe limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. (“C

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11EQuick OverviewREWPLAYFFSTART/STOPSELFTIMERMENUPHOTOTVSCREENDATACODEAUDIOMONITORRECPAUSESEARCHSELECTZERO SETMEMORYAUDIODUB.STOPMIXBALANCEST-1ST-2SET

12EQuick OverviewThe GL1 System Diagram (Availability differs from area to area)WL-D73Wireless ControllerMiniDVVideo CassetteTVVCRVL-10Li Battery Vide

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14EQuick OverviewVL-10Li Battery Video LightThis compact yet powerful video light can be usedfor both indoor and outdoor shooting.• Lithium ion batter

15EQuick Overview1. Remove the lens cap.• When you purchase the GL1, the lens cap cord is attached in the middle of the velcro grip belt.Open the velc

16EQuick OverviewPowering the GL1Before operating your camera, you will need to use the power adapter to: provide power from an AC outletorcharge a ba

17EQuick OverviewCharging and attaching the battery pack1243Your battery pack was partially charged before it left the factory. It should have enough

SpecificationsPower supply 100–240 V AC, 50–60 HzPower consumption 16 WRated output Adapter mode: 6.0 V, 1.7 A DCCharger mode: 8.4 V, 1.2 A DCOperatin

19EQuick OverviewLoading a CassettePUSHCLOSE THIS FIRST.EJECTOPENPUSHCLOSE THIS FIRST.Only use videocassettes marked with the D logo.*Loading and unlo

Introduction2EWARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAINOR MOISTURE.Important Usage InstructionsDigital

20EQuick OverviewProtecting tapes from accidental erasureHandling cassettesCassette memorySAVERECSAVERECTo protect your recording from accidental eras

21EQuick OverviewBefore you start recordingTo recordBasic Recording1324POWEROFFVCRCAMERASTANDBY LOCKSTANDBY LOCKSTART/STOP• Attach a power source (p.

22EQuick OverviewYou can record and play back a tape in SP (standard play) and LP (long play) modes. LP extends tapeusage by 1.5 times.To switch to LP

You can show/hide non-essential camera recordingdisplays by pressing the DISPLAY/DATA CODEbutton.You cannot hide the following:• Recording displays (R

24EQuick OverviewTurn the digital zoom on by choosing D.ZOOM from the camera menu, to magnify the camera’s zoomrange by up to 5×.ZoomingZoom inZoom ou

25EQuick OverviewUsing the LCD ScreenPush the LCD panel open button and open thepanel by pulling it away from the camera. Thisautomatically switches t

26EQuick OverviewAdjusting the LCD screenNotes:• The camera will remember your brightness setting even if you slide the POWER switch to OFF.• The brig

The camcorder has a built-in speaker and a headphone terminal so you can review the sound trackalongside the picture during playback. Use the speaker

28EQuick OverviewPlaying Back a CassettePOWEROFFVCRCAMERAYou can use the LCD screen or the viewfinder for instant, on-the-spot playback. The camera al

29EQuick OverviewSpecial playbackThese can only be operated from the wirelesscontroller (p. 36).Frame AdvanceTo play back frame by frame, press the +/

Introduction3EIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIn these safety instructions the word “product” refers tothe Canon Digital Video Camcorder DM-GL1A and all

30EQuick OverviewIf your TV (or VCR) has an S-video input terminalConnections for Playback on a TV ScreenYou can connect the camera to a TV or VCR in

31EQuick OverviewTips for Making Better VideosFor maximum stability, grip the camera in your right hand and keep your rightelbow pressed against your

32EQuick OverviewPicture angleCamera movesClose-upInstead of zooming while recording, try to choose yourpicture angle before you begin. A good way to

33EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTurning the Optical Image Stabilizer OffWith most camcorders, even the slightest hand movements will be noticeable

34EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesCamera menu (CAM.MENU)q Zebra pattern...p. 62w Digital effects ...

35EUsing the Full Range of Features1,52,43TVSCREENSETMENUMENUYou can also close the LCD panel with its screen facing up when you select items from the

36EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the Wireless Controller/Tally LampInserting batteriesThe supplied wireless controller can operate thecamera f

37EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTo prevent interference from other Canon wirelesscontrollers being used nearby, there are two remotesensor modes an

38EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTurning off the tally lampThe tally lamp lets you know that the camera isrecording. However, its flashing may be re

39EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the Date and TimeThe date and/or time display forms part of the data code. You can choose to display or hid

Introduction4E19. Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect thisproduct from the wall outlet and all power sourcesincluding battery, and refer servicing t

40EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTime zoneLONDONPARISCAIROMOSCOWDUBAIKARACHIDACCABANGKOKH. KONG (Hong Kong)TOKYOSYDNEYSOLOMONWELLGTN (Wellington)SAM

41EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSix-second auto dateThe six-second auto date appears for six seconds to mark the changeover of a day if the tape wa

42EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing the ND FilterNDFILTEROn bright days or when recording very bright scenes, despite the iris being at its small

43EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesTaking Still Pictures (Photo Mode)PHOTOPHOTOPHOTOTake still photos to download into your PC for image enhancement a

44EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesNotes:• While the camera records the still, you cannot use the camera functions (POWER switch/STANDBYlever do not r

45EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing a Canon Speedlite for Flash Photography (optional)For SLR-style flash photography, attach a CanonSpeedlite 22

46EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesChoosing the Movie Mode (Normal/Frame)The Frame mode can be used when you want to look at a video, scene by scene,

47EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching and Reviewing While RecordingRecord searchREC SEARCHWhen the camera is in record pause mode, you canuse r

Easy Recording Auto Tv Av Manual Sand & Snow Spotlight(shutter priority) (aperature priority)Shutter speed A M A M AIris A A M M AGain A A A M A

49EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAutoIn normal recording conditions, set the programselector to n (Auto). This is the same as the EasyRecording prog

Introduction5EImportant Usage Instructions ...2IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...3Thank you for Choosing a Canon...

50EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesGiving priority to the aperture (aperture-priority: Av)Use this program to select the aperture (iris diameter)to gi

51EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesUsing Digital EffectsAdd the camera’s digital effects during recording for more interesting productions. Except for

52EUsing the Full Range of Features16:9 (Widescreen TV recording)Produces images in the 16:9 format for playbackon widescreen TVs.1. Select 16:9 from

53EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesThe camera has an automatic wind screen to prevent wind noise from interfering with the sound track.Make sure it’s

54EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSetting the Self-TimerThis is useful when you want to include yourself in the picture when recording.1. Set the cam

55EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesManual Exposure AdjustmentEXPOSURE1. Turn the program selector to the Manualrecording program.2. Press the EXPOSURE

56EUsing the Full Range of Features● About the shutter speedTurn the EXPOSURE dial toward + for a slower shutter speed or – for a faster shutter speed

57EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesExposure lock/adjustment● Exposure lockLock the exposure at the current level in order tocontrol the brightness of

58EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting the Focus Temporary focus overrideManual focusThe camera can focus automatically. All you have to do is p

59EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesBy controlling the level of the automatic exposure (AE) function, you can lighten or darken the imageslightly. This

Introduction6EThank you for Choosing a CanonYour camcorder is supplied with the followingaccessories:WL-D73 Wireless Controller Two AA batteriesSS-650

60EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting Camera Sharpness1. Select C.SHARPNESS from the camera menu.2. Set your desired sharpness level.• Adjust t

61EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesC.PHASE•••••R G(see p. 34)1. Select C. (color) PHASE from the camera menu.2. Set your desired color level.• A

62EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesThe zebra pattern is a series of diagonal stripes that appear in the display to highlight areas ofoverexposure. Use

63EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesAdjusting the White BalanceThe camera’s auto white balance systemcompensates for a wide range of lightingconditions

64EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesNotes:• Turn the digital zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance.• If the lighting conditions

65EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDisplaying Data CodeDuring VCR mode, the data code can be displayed or hidden while the camera is in play, slow, or

66EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesDEC 1 1999.,DEC 1 1999.,DEC 1 1999.,10:00 AM1/0dB20001/0dB20001/0dB20001/0dB20001/0dB20001/0dB2000DEC 1 1999.,10:00

67EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesSearching the Tape (Photo Search/Date Search)This allows you to move quickly through still pictures recorded anywhe

68EUsing the Full Range of FeaturesReturning to a Pre-Marked PositionUse the wireless controller to go back to a pre-determined point on a tape follow

69EEditingThe Dubbing FunctionThe GL1 dubs your pre-recorded scenes onto a tape in yourVCR or another camcorder. You can add audio to a tape (audiodub

7EQuick OverviewIntroducing the GL1Digital Video Manual ControlFrame Movie ModeL Series Fluorite 20× (100× Digital)Zoom LensGL1 conforms to the new di

70EEditingUsing the Dubbing Function for the First TimeWhen you use the dubbing function for the first time, or with adifferent VCR, you should set yo

71EEditingBrand SettingsCanon 1-A to 1-CAiwa 2-A to 2-CAkai 3-A to 3-CFujitsu 4-AFunai 5-AHitachi 6-A to 6-BJVC 7-A to 7-CMitsubishi 8-A to 8-DNEC 9-A

72EEditing1. Make sure you are in DUB MODE (see p. 69).• WIND THE TAPES AND PAUSE \ SET appears in the display.2. Set the tape in the VCR to the point

73EEditingHow to calculate the best adjustment for the “cut-in” and “cut-out” pointsUse the tape on which you recorded the digital timer in “Setting R

74EEditingSimple Editing to a VCR1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy.2. Start to play it back while

75EEditingCopyright signalCertain pre-recorded software tapes are copyright protected. If you try to play back such a cassette,“COPYRIGHT PROTECTED PL

76EEditingA/VVIDEO S-VIDEOOUTPUTAUDIOLRS-150 S-video CableSTV-250N Stereo Video CableDVIN/OUTIN/OUTRecording from a VCR, TV or Other Camcorder (Analog

77EEditing1. Find a point on your recorded cassette slightly before the section you want to copy.2. Start to play it back while you monitor the pictur

78EEditingYou can insert new scenes from your VCR or other camcorder onto your pre-recorded tape using theGL1’s analog line-in or DV in terminals. Ori

79EEditing1. Connect the camera to the VCR (p. 30), load recorded tapes into both the camcorderand VCR.• Make sure the REC/SAVE tab on the tape has be

8EQuick OverviewFinding Your Way Around the GL1Program selector (p. 48)BATTERY RELEASE button (p. 16)Infra-red signals transmitter (p. 69)MENU button

80EEditingNotes:• Use the audio or the microphone attenuator during audio dubbing if you need to lower the volume levelor correct audio distortion of

81EEditing1. Load your recorded tape into the camcorder.2. Slide the POWER switch to VCR.3. Open the VCR menu, select AUDIO DUB.4. Select AUDIO IN or

82EAdditionalInformationPreparing the CameraAdjust the grip beltAttach the shoulder strapNote:• Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to brig

83EAdditionalInformationNotes on Using the BatteriesCharging and recording timesBattery pack BP-915Time needed for 2 hrs. 10 min.full rechargeMaximum

84EAdditionalInformationTaking care of the battery packAlways attach the terminal cover.• Do not allow any metal objects to touch theterminals, as thi

85EAdditionalInformationDANGER!Treat the battery pack with care.• Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).• Do not expose the battery pack to tem

86EAdditionalInformationSetting the Audio MixAUDIOMONITORMIXBALANCEST-1ST-2POWEROFFVCRCAMERAWhen you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode

87EAdditionalInformationWhen you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change theoutput channels of that sound.

88EAdditionalInformationCamera Holding StylesFor maximum stability, place your right hand through the side grip belt and keep your right elbow pressed

89EAdditionalInformationMaintenanceAvoid high temperatures and high humidity.• Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example.• Be c

9EQuick OverviewDVIN/OUTIN/OUTA/VLOCK lever (p. 88)Lens hood locking screw (p. 15)MOVIE MODE switch (p. 46)Zoom control (p. 24)PHOTO button (p. 43)Str

90EAdditionalInformationPower sources• You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camera and charge battery packs in any countrywhere the e

91EAdditionalInformationCondensation may form on the camera when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place. Using thecamera while condensation is

92EAdditionalInformationTroubleshootingCause and/or what to do about it• The camera is not switched on (p. 21, 28).• The cassette is not loaded or is

93EAdditionalInformationNote:• Some subjects are not suitable for autofocus. In these situations, you will often get better results usingmanual focus

94EAdditionalInformationCause and/or what to do about it• The remote sensor mode is set to OFFB inthe menu (p. 37).• The remote sensor modes of the wi

95EAdditionalInformationScreen DisplaysRecord pause mode (p. 21)Recording (p. 21)Shows how much batterypower remains (p. 83).The battery pack isexhaus

96EAdditionalInformationAUTOSPOTLIGHTAvF1.6SAND&SNMANUALOWTv0610:00 AMF1 6DEC0dB11999..,1/500Frame reverse playback (p. 29)Playback pause (forward

97EAdditionalInformationVolume level (p. 27)Screen brightness (p. 26)Gain (p. 56)Audio output (p. 86)Mix balance (p. 86)Audio/visual insert (p. 79)Aud

98EAdditionalInformationRefer to page 20.Refer to page 91.Appears as a warning toprotect the tape and alsowhen condensation isdetected. Remove the tap

99EAdditionalInformationSpecificationsGL1Power Supply (rated): 7.2 V DCPower Consumption (While recording withthe AF turned on):6.7 W (Using viewfinde