Canon 514XL User Manual

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SpecificationsType: SLR type Super 8 with XL mechanism.Size of Picture Frame: 5.8 x 4.2mm.Lens: f/1.4, 9mm—45mm focal length, 5X zoom ratio.Macrophoto

lockable eyecup.AE mechanism: Automatic exposure mechanism coupled to film speed and filming speed. Through-the-lens AE with CdS photocell.L

into the upper part of the body. The power source is used for the drive system, power zooming, and exposure metering.Zooming System:

Canon 514XLCheck batteryI Load batteries 2 3 Adjust eyepiece 4 insert film(when main switch is "ON”)3 Set filming speed 4 FocusPull shutter rele

_ Check setting of j Check film advance Q CCA filteroeTurn main switch to "ON"(when main switch is "ON")8_ Remove film car- Tur

Preparations Before FilmingAlthough this camera has a mechanism which automatically sets film speed once the film is loaded, some opera

This camera's film advance, power zooming and exposure metering are powered by two 1.5V penlight batteries. New batteries of a reputab

4 How to Check the BatteriesIf the voltage of batteries is low, filming cannot be performed correctly, so please check them.• Turn the mai

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Battery check lampIndex

6 How to Set the Filming SpeedThere is a choice of three filming speeds: 9 and 18fps. and single frame. 18fps. makes for more natural

3 FocusingFocusing is done by rotating the focusing adjustment ring and within the circle at the center of the viewfinder. When both upper a

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Power ZoomingWhen the zooming switch is pressed during filming, power zooming is accomplished. If you press the T button, the subject

IO CCA FilterThe Super 8 camera is made generally so as to allow filming with type A film (tungsten type) in daylight conditions.Therefore the

CCA Filter Settings^\Uight^\SourceDaylight Artificial LightFilm TypeA Type(Tungsten Type)QDaylight Type or G TypeBoth position can be used.

Power Zoom SwitchZooming Lever/Macro Setting LeverDistance Scale Focusing RingZoom LensZooming ScaleShutter Release LeverCounter NeedleFootage Counter

TFilm transport indicator

Film LoadingInsert the cartridge from the end with the film label facing outward as the picture on the left shows. When using tungsten type film, ple

^3 How to Hold the CameraSome ways of holding the camera will cause blurred movies or shooting out of focus, so please make sure to hold the cam

IW!'tom; 13underexposure warning markoverexposure warning mark

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If the red mark appears when filming in dim light and the exposure is below f/1.4, use additional lighting.When shooting outdoors,

Exposure Control when Shooting Against LightIf there is a bright light source behind the subject as when shooting against the light, the main subject

Photography distance from the Film plane indicator (approx.)Field size (approx.) (Wide anglemacrophotog-raphy227 mm74 X 102mmTelephotomacrophotograp

'17 MacrophotographyAlthough conventional macrophotography was possible only in either wide angle or in telephoto photography, this

Film Type IndicatorSide CoverSide Cover Opening Switch

18 Macrophotography with a ZoomSince the macro setting lever is adjusted to function only along the macro indication line, the focus will

* If the battery goes out in single frame photography, first turn the switch to "OFF", and then change the battery.20 Sel

22 Copy Stand 4 and 5Copy Stand 4 and 5 are convenient for macrophotography, title shooting and copy work.23 C-8 Wide Attachment Lens 43Thi

Maintenance of the CameraThe accumulation of tiny film fragments and dust particles at the film gate may stain the film. Clean the film

After completion of your shooting and when placing your camera into the case, please make sure to turn the On-Off switch on your camera to the &

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Canon 514XL FeaturesThe Canon 514XL embodies Canon's highest quality ideal with an emphasis on compactness and easy use. The Canon 514X

• Compact Zoom Lens with Large Aperture Despite the fast f/1.4 and the high 5X zoom ratio, the size of this lens is the same as that of a 3X

• High-Precision ViewfinderYou can focus accurately even in dimly lit places because of the bright and accurate viewfinder.• The Viewfi

• Additional FeaturesThe concentrated power system of two pen- light batteries, single frame shooting, convenient EE (AE) lock mechani