Using The Custom Preset - Canon XH A1 Instruction Manual

Customization

Using the Custom Preset

You can define preset levels for 23 recording specifications used when recording on tape (17 when
recording still images on the memory card). Up to 9 custom preset files can be saved on the camcorder
(custom preset files 7 - 9 are predefined files) and up to 20 on a memory card. Custom preset files can
be copied from the camcorder to the memory card and vice versa. Also, the custom preset settings
currently in effect can be embedded within a still image of the scene recorded on the memory card.
This camcorder's custom preset files are not compatible with the XL H1's custom preset files.
Recording specifications that can be saved in a custom preset:
Gamma curve*, knee, black stretch/press, master pedestal*, setup level*, sharpness, horizontal detail
frequency, horizontal/vertical detail balance, coring, NR1*, NR2*, color matrix*, color gain, color phase, R
gain, G gain, B gain, R-G matrix, R-B matrix, G-R matrix, G-B matrix, B-R matrix and B-G matrix.
* Available only when recording on the tape.
[GAM] Gamma Curve
You can select from [NORMAL], [CINE1] or [CINE2].
[NORMAL] corresponds to Video Gamma adjustments,
while [CINE1] is a setting appropriate for video telecined
from film and [CINE2] is a setting appropriate for transfer
to film.
[KNE] Knee Point Adjustment
Adjust the dynamic range (knee point) in the highlight
area of the image to prevent overexposure. You can
select from [AUTO], [HIGH], [MIDDLE] or [LOW].
[BLK] Black Stretch/Black Press
Adjust the dynamic range in the black area of the image.
You can select from [STRETCH], [MIDDLE] or [PRESS].
[STRETCH] emphasizes contrast in the dark area, while
[PRESS] enhances or deepens darkness.
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Output
Representation of the setting
Output
[MIDDLE]
[STRETCH]
[MIDDLE]
[PRESS]
Representation of the setting
[NORMAL]
[CINE1]
[CINE2]
Input
[HIGH]
[LOW]
Input