Canon DV-PC Instruction Manual

PUB. DIE-230EnglishIntroductionPreparationRecordingPlaybackEditingAdditionalInformationDIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDERInstruction ManualMiniDigitalVideoCasset

10TransmitterINDEX WRITE button ( 71)END SEARCH button ( 35)START/STOP button ( 30)SELF TIMER button ( 77)TV SCREEN button ( 102)M

100Aperture setting in Av modeShutter speed setting in Tv modeAperture, shutter speed setting in ManualmodeCustom white balanceExposure lock on/offApe

101EAdditionalInformationAperture setting in AvmodeShutter speed setting in TvmodeAperture, shutter speedsetting in Manual modeCustom white balanceExp

102Hiding the Displays on the Camcorder ScreenYou can hide the displays on the screen to have a clear screen for playback.Open the menu and select [DI

103EAdditionalInformationScreen Displays during RecordingSee also 32.Programmed AE ( 51)Aperture* ( 55, 56)Exposure lock ( 57)/AE shift (

104Screen Displays during PlaybackSide panelAudio mode[AUDIO LEVEL] is set to [MANUAL]Tape has reached the endRemaining battery charge Audio output du

105EAdditionalInformationList of MessagesMessage ExplanationYou have not set the time zone, date and time. This message appears each time you turn the

106Maintenance/OthersCamcorder Handling Precautions❍ Do not carry the camcorder by the viewfinder or the microphone.❍ Do not leave the camcorder in pl

107EAdditionalInformationViewfinder1. Pull up the eye cup and open the protectcover (e.g. using a flathead screwdriver).2. Clean the glass with a cott

108Video Heads❍ When the message “HEADS DIRTY, USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears, or when the playback picturebecomes distorted, the video heads need to

109EAdditionalInformationHow to avoid condensation:❍ Unload the cassette, place the camcorder in an airtight plastic bag and let it adjust to temperat

11EPreparationPreparing the Power SupplyCharging the Battery PackDisconnect the DC coupler from the power adapter before charging. Remove the terminal

110Cassette Handling Precautions❍ Rewind tapes after use. If the tape becomes slack and damaged, it may cause picture and sounddistortion.❍ Return cas

111EAdditionalInformationTroubleshootingIf you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this checklist. Consult your dealer or a CanonService Cent

112RecordingBright light in a dark scene may cause a vertical light bar (smear) to appear. This is not a malfunction.Viewfinder is not adjusted.The IN

113EAdditionalInformationTVDigital DeviceCV-150F/CV-250F DV CableSTV-150 Stereo Video CableS-150 S-video CablePC-A10SCART AdapterVCRFS-72UFilter Set16

1143× Zoom Lens XL 3.4–10.2 mmA super wide-angle lens that gives a range of32.1–96.3 mm (35mm film equivalent).HC-3200 System CaseA solid, lockable ca

115EAdditionalInformationExtender XL 1.6×Attach this extender between a Canon XL lensand the XL2 to boost the focal length of the lensby 1.6×.EF Adapt

116Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000When this product is plugged into the LANC mterminal of a Canon camcorder, it is possible tocontrol functions such as

117EAdditionalInformationXL2SystemVideo Recording System 2 rotary heads, helical scanning DV system (consumer digital VCR SD system),digital component

118Power/OthersPower supply (rated) 7.2 V DCPower consumption 7.1 W (recording with autofocus, 20× L IS Lens mounted)Operating temperature 0 – 40 ˚CDi

119EAdditionalInformation16:9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Abroad, using the camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110Accessories .

12Using a Household Power Source1. Turn the POWER dial to OFF.2. Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder.Press lightly and slide it in the direction of

120Audio Block DiagramInputOutputAudio process 1R-XLR GAINUP (menu)INPUTSELECT SWPre AmpA / DD / ALine AmpDigitalProcessFiltersALCEVRSEL AUDIOCH (menu

121EAdditionalInformationAudio process 2AUD. M. SET (menu)CH 1CH 2CH 3CH 4AUDIOMONITORDriverRCA CH 1/CH 3PHONE LchMETER LchRCA CH 2/CH 4PHONE RchMETER

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13EPreparation❍ Charging, Recording and Playback TimesBelow times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording or playbackconditions.

14Installing the Backup BatteryThe backup battery (lithium button battery CR2025) allows the camcorder to retain date, time ( 28)and other camcorder s

15EPreparationPreparing the CamcorderAttaching and Detaching the Colour Viewfinder UnitAttaching the Colour Viewfinder Unit1. Slide the viewfinder uni

16Detaching and Attaching the Eye CupYou can change the position of the eye cup for use with either the left or right eye. Detach andreattach the eye

17EPreparationUsing the Viewfinder as LCD PanelYou can use the viewfinder as LCD panel by opening the eyepiece adapter.Press the lock release button a

18Adjusting the ViewfinderYou can adjust the brightness, contrast, colour and sharpness of the viewfinder. These adjustments willnot affect the pictur

19EPreparationFastening the Grip BeltHold the camcorder with your right handand adjust the belt with your left. Adjust the grip belt so that you can r

2Important Usage InstructionsWARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVI

20Preparing the LensRefer also to the instruction manual of the lens.Mounting the Lens1. Set the POWER dial to OFF.2. Remove the dust caps from thecam

21EPreparationAttaching the Lens HoodAttach the lens hood to shade the lens from stray light and to protect the lens.1. Place the lens hood on the fro

22Using the Wireless ControllerPoint it at the camcorder’s remote sensorwhen you press the buttons.The camcorder has three remote sensors, two at thef

23EPreparationUse only videocassettes marked with the D logo.1. Slide the EJECT switch to open thecassette compartment cover.The cassette compartment

24Many of the camcorder’s functions are selected from menus that appear on the screen. Selecting Menus and Settings1. Press the MENU button to open th

25EPreparationSubmenu Menu Item Setting OptionsTIME CODE COUNT-UP REC-RUN, REC-RUN PS., FREE-RUN 44START VALUE SET, RESETCAMERA SETUP ZEBRA ON, OFF 62

26Submenu Menu Item Setting OptionsAUDIO SETUP AUDIO MODE 16bit, 12bit CH , 12bit CH , 461kHz TONE OFF, -12dB, -20dB 74AUD.M.SET NORMAL

27EPreparationVCR MENUSubmenu Menu Item Setting OptionsTIME CODE COUNT-UP REC-RUN, REC-RUN PS., FREE-RUN 44START VALUE SET, RESETVCR SETUP REC MODE SP

28Set the time zone, date and time when you first start using your camcorder, or when you havereplaced the backup battery.Setting the Time Zone/Daylig

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3EIntroductionUsing this ManualThank you for purchasing the Canon XL2. Please read this manual carefully before you use thecamcorder and retain it for

30RecordingBefore You Begin RecordingMake a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. If necessary, clean the videoheads ( 10

31ERecordingLow-angle RecordingThe carrying handle is equipped with a duplicateset of recording and zoom controls, ideal for low-angle recording. Slid

32Screen Displays during Recording t Recording reminderr When “j” flashesq Time codew Remaining tapee Remaining battery chargeThe camcorder counts fro

You can select the amount of information shown on the screen from full, partial or no display.The setting changes with each press of the EVF DISPLAY b

34Reviewing and Searching when RecordingRecord ReviewIn record pause mode, this function allows you to review the last few seconds of your recording t

35ERecordingEnd SearchYou can use this function to locate the end of the last recorded scene.Press the END SEARCH button.• ”END SEARCH“ appears.• The

36ZoomingYou can operate the zoom from either the side grip or the carrying handle. You can also use the zoomring on the zoom lens or the zoom buttons

37ERecordingZoom ring: The zoom speed is linked to the speed you turn the zoom ring.Zoom buttons on the wireless controller: The zoom speed is constan

38Adjusting the FocusAutofocus (Lenses Equipped with the Autofocus Function)Autofocus is set when the focus selector on the lens is set to AF. The cam

39ERecordingManual focus1. Lenses equipped with autofocus function: Slide the focus selector on the lens to M.2. Zoom into telephoto.3. Rotate the foc

4IntroductionImportant Usage Instructions ...

40Focus Preset (Lenses Equipped with the Focus Preset Function)This function enables a focus setting to be memorised and to return to the focus settin

41ERecordingWhen recording under bright conditions, the camcorder sets a small aperture value, and the picturemay appear blurred. When you are using a

42Select between standard 50i and 25p.50i ModeRecords in 50 fps interlace mode, same as TV signals.25p ModeRecords in 25 fps progressive mode and outp

43ERecordingThe camcorder uses the full width of the CCD, retaining image quality and providing a largerhorizontal angle of view.Set the ASPECT RATIO

44Selecting the Run OptionsYou can select from record run (REC-RUN), record run preset (REC-RUN PS.) and free-run (FREE-RUN)time code. With record run

45ERecordingThe user bit display works on the hexadecimal system that consists of a mixture of eight numbers orletters. There are sixteen possible cha

46You can set the audio mode to 16 bit or 12 bit. With 12 bit, you can select to record on two channels,leaving two channels free for adding sound lat

47ERecordingRecording on Channels 1 and 2Select the audio input from FRONT MIC (supplied microphone unit), AUDIO1 (RCA terminals) or REAR(XLR terminal

48Recording on Channels 3 and 4Select the audio input from SHOE (optional MA-300 Microphone Adapter), AUDIO2 (RCA terminals) orREAR (XLR terminals). R

49ERecordingAdjusting the Audio Recording LevelHiding/Displaying the Audio Level Indicator on the ScreenOpen the menu and select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ]. Se

5EIntroductionPlaybackPlaying Back a Tape ...

50Image Stabilizer (Lenses Equipped with Image Stabilizer)The image stabilizer can be turned off.Move the STABILIZER ON/OFF switch to OFF.❍ The image

51ERecordingProgrammed auto exposure modes provide automated advanced recording techniques ensuringprofessional results in various shooting conditions

52Manual ( 56)This mode offers the creative freedom of a complete range of manual controls.In the Manual mode, options exist to set the exposure at an

53ERecordingAvailability of functions in each recording program.Recording programsEXP. LOCK buttonIRIS dialSHUTTER buttonAE SHIFT dialGAIN dialWHITE B

54Available shutter speeds:1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000, 1/16000, CS (clear scan)1. Set the POWER dial t

55ERecordingRecording in the Aperture-Priority (Av) ModeAvailable aperture values (with 20× L IS lens):F1.6, F2.0, F2.8, F4.0, F5.6, F8.0, F11, CLOSE1

56You can set the exposure at any combination of shutter speed and aperture levels.1. Set the POWER dial to M.The exposure indicator appears.2. Select

57ERecordingAdjusting the ExposureExposure Lock1. Set the POWER dial to n, Tv or Av.2. Press the EXP. LOCK button.The exposure indicator appears. Chan

58You can use the AE Shift control to manually override the automatic exposure system to darken orlighten the image. Select from 13 AE levels (+2.0, +

59ERecordingGain control adjusts the amount of video signal generated depending upon lighting and shootingconditions. You can select from automatic ga

6Checking Supplied AccessoriesCA-920 Compact PowerAdapterDC-920 DC Coupler BP-930 Battery Pack Lithium Button BatteryCR2025WL-D4000 WirelessController

60Setting the White BalanceThe camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture for accurate colourdisplay in different lig

61ERecordingSetting a Custom White Balance1. Press the WHITE BALANCE dial so that it pops out.2. Set the WHITE BALANCE dial to 1, 2 or 3.3. Point the

62Using the Zebra PatternThis camcorder has a zebra pattern feature that shows black and white diagonal stripes over the areathat is overexposed. The

63ERecordingYou can adjust hue, chroma, area and Y level to determine the skin area and soften the details toreduce the appearance of skin imperfectio

64Using the Custom PresetYou can establish three preset registrations for the following 15 camera features: gamma curve, knee,black stretch/press, col

65ERecordingColour PhaseAdjust to [G] for adding more green to the image, and to [R] for more red.R GainAdjust to [-] for white balance toward cyan, a

66Setting the Custom Preset Settings1. Open the menu and select [CUSTOM PRESET]. 2. Select [PRESET SETUP].The custom preset items appear.3. Select [SE

67ERecordingActivating the Custom Preset Settings1. Press the CUSTOM PRESET SELECT button.• The setting changes with each press of the button in the o

68Importing (Operation on the XL2 to which you import)1. Open the menu and select [CUSTOM PRESET] and [READ PRESET].The IMPORT PRES. menu appears.2. S

69ERecordingThis feature allows you to record computer CRT screen or other equipment without displaying blackband or flicker on the screen. You can ad

7EIntroductionComponents GuideAdvanced Accessory shoe ( 48)Stereo microphone ( 18)Viewfinder cable ( 15)Zoom ring ( 36)Focus ring (

70Using the Custom KeysYou can assign frequently used functions to the custom keys (for recording and VCR modeindependently).Following functions can b

71ERecordingChanging the custom keys settingOpen the menu and select [SYSTEM]. Select [CUSTOM KEY 1] or [CUSTOM KEY 2], selectthe function you wish to

72VCR STOP ( 31)In VCR STOP mode, the camcorder retains camera settings such as aperture and shutter speed, so youcan adjust the camera section withou

73ERecordingRecording Colour Bars/Audio Reference SignalColour BarsYou can generate and record EBU (European Broadcast Union) colour bars. 1. Press th

74Audio Reference SignalYou can record a 1kHz audio reference signal (-12 dB or -20 dB) along with the colour bars.Open the menu and select [AUDIO SET

75ERecordingRecording with the Interval TimerWith the interval timer, you can record images over a selected time with a selected interval. Thisfunctio

76Recording with the Interval TimerPress the start/stop button to start recording.• Interval recording starts and “INT T.” stops flashing.• When the i

77ERecordingRecording with the Self-Timer1. Press the SELF TIMER button on the wireless controller.“ ” appears.2. Press the start/stop button.The camc

78Using the DV ControlThis feature enables the XL2 to control the record and stop function of a connected IEEE1394storage/recording device. The device

79ERecordingChanging the Recording Mode (SP/LP)You can choose between SP (standard play) and LP (long play). LP extends the tape usage by 1.5 times.To

8Microphone cable ( 18)Grip belt ( 19)Start/stop button ( 30)Tripod socket* Lens hood locking screw ( 21)EVF DISPLAY button ( 33)C

80Changing the Display LanguageThe language used in the camcorder displays and menu items can be changed to Simplified Chinese orJapanese.To change th

81EPlaybackPlaying Back a TapeIf the playback picture is distorted, clean the video heads using a Canon Head Cleaning Cassette or acommercially availa

82SLOW M (Slow Forward)/(Slow Reverse)Plays back at about 1/3 normal speed. Press the button on the wireless controller during normal orreverse playba

83EPlaybackPlaying Back on a TV ScreenTVs with S (S1)-Video Input TerminalRefer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.1. Turn off all devices befor

84TVs with SCART TerminalRefer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Connect the PC-A10

85EPlaybackTVs with Audio/Video TerminalsRefer also to the TV or VCR instruction manual.1. Turn off all devices before starting the connections. 2. Co

86Audio OutputAUDIO MONITORbuttonAUDIO2 RCA terminalsAUDIO1 RCA terminalsSelecting the Audio Output of the RCA TerminalsPress the AUDIO MONITOR button

87EPlaybackReturning to a Pre-marked PositionIf you wish to return to a particular scene later, mark the point with the zero set memory, and the tapew

88Index SearchYou can locate the point at which you have recorded the index signal ( 71). This function is operated with the wireless controller. 1. P

89EPlaybackDate SearchYou can locate the change of the date/time zone with the date search function.This function is operated with the wireless contro

9EIntroductionLOCK lever ( 31)PHONES LEVEL dial H (phones) terminal POWER dial ( 51)COLOR BARS SELECT button ( 73)COLOR BARS ON/OFF button

90Displaying the Data Code The camcorder maintains a data code containing recording date and time and other camera data suchas shutter speed, gain and

91EPlaybackDisplaying the Data CodePress the DATA CODE button on the wireless controller.The data code will not display the next time you turn on the

92Changing the Remote Sensor ModeTwo remote sensor modes and an off setting are available to prevent interference from other Canonwireless controllers

93EEditingRecording to a VCR or Digital Video DeviceYou can copy your recordings by connecting the camcorder to a VCR or a digital video device. If yo

94Recording from Analog Video Devices (VCR, TV or Camcorder)You can record videos or TV programs from a VCR or analog camcorder on the tape in the cam

95EEditingRecording from Digital Video Devices (DV Dubbing)You can record from other digital video devices equipped with a DV terminal with virtually

96Concerning CopyrightCopyright PrecautionCertain pre-recorded video tapes, films and other materials, as well as some television programmes arecopyri

97EEditingConverting Analog Signals into DigitalSignals (Analog-Digital Converter)By connecting the camcorder to a VCR or 8mm video camcorder, you can

98Turning On the Analog-Digital ConverterOpen the menu and select [VCR SETUP]. Select [AV\DV], set it to [ON] and close themenu.❍ Depending on the sig

99EEditingYou can transfer recordings to a computer equipped with a IEEE1394 (DV) terminal or IEEE1394 captureboard. Use the editing software supplied