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  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    • Danger of explosion if the wrong type of batteries are attached. Use only the same type of batteries. • Do not expose batteries or product to excessive heat such as the inside of a car under direct sunlight, fire, etc. EOS C300 / EOS C300 PL / CA-940N / CG-940 identification plate is located on the bottom.
  • Page 3 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTION equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may be of CAUTION: sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC shock to persons.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    In these safety instructions the word “apparatus” A grounding type plug has two blades and a third refers to the Canon HD Camcorder EOS C300 / EOS grounding prong. The wide blade or the third C300 PL and all its accessories.
  • Page 5 Highlights of the EOS C300/C300 PL The Canon HD Camcorder EOS C300/C300 PL has been designed to meet the demanding needs and highest expectations of industry professionals. The following are just some of the many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality.
  • Page 6 Transmitter to the camcorder and operate it remotely settings, especially designed with professional via Wi-Fi using the Wi-Fi Remote application (A 49). cinematography in mind (A 58). Using the Canon The Wi-Fi Remote application lets you monitor the Log gamma, you can get recordings with amazing...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Power Supply 23 Rear Panel Displays 57 Using a Battery Pack 23 Canon Log Gamma and CINEMA Preset 58 Using a Household Power Outlet 25 Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Bit Rate, Turning the Camcorder On and Off 26...
  • Page 8 Selecting the Audio Channel 95 Saving and Loading Camera Settings 124 Using Metadata 96 Saving Camera Settings to an SD Card 124 Setting a User Memo Created with Canon XF Loading Camera Settings from an SD Card 124 Utility 96 5. Playback 125...
  • Page 9 Superimposing Onscreen Displays to Appear on an External Monitor 142 Saving Clips to a Computer 143 System Requirements 143 Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility (Windows) 144 Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility (Mac OS) 146 Viewing the Software Instruction Manuals 149 7.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    • Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera. Some screenshots have been altered to make them easier to read. • Illustrations in the manual show the Canon EOS C300 camcorder with a Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM lens attached.
  • Page 12 About this Manual The arrow is used to abbreviate menu Operating modes selections. For a detailed explanation on how to indicates that a function is available in the Using the Menus use the menus, refer to operating mode indicated and indicates (A 29).

  • Page 13: Supplied Accessories

    Used to secure the optional WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter or optional GP-E1 GPS Receiver, when it is attached to the camcorder. The Canon XF Utilities Disc includes software for saving and managing clips on a computer. For details on installing the software, Saving Clips to a Computer refer to (A 143).

  • Page 14: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Names of Parts 1 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 79)/ 10 Control dial (A 66, 69) Assignable button 1 (A 111) 11 STATUS button (A 169) 12 Å (white balance adjustment) button (A 74)/ 2 PEAKING button (A 78) / Assignable button 2 (A 111) INDEX button (A 126)/Ñ...
  • Page 15 Names of Parts 17 WFT terminal (A 49, 103) 24 HD/SD SDI terminal (A 141) 18 EXT (external signal) terminals 1 and 2 (A 36) 25 SD card access indicator (A 44) 26 × (headphone) terminal (A 95) 19 REMOTE terminal For connecting commercially available remote 27 DC IN terminal (A 25) controllers.
  • Page 16 Names of Parts 39 $ PL Lens mount (A 36) 32 START/STOP button (A 51) 33 # EF Lens mount index (A 32) 40 $ Bayonet ring handles (A 36) 34 # EF-S Lens mount index (A 32) 41 $ PL Lens index pin (A 36) 35 # Lens release button (A 32) 42 $ Bayonet ring (A 36) 36 # EF Lens lock pin (A 32)
  • Page 17 Names of Parts 43 Viewfinder unit 57 CF card slot cover switches for CF card slots A 44 Viewfinder unit LOCK/RELEASE screw (A 185) (top) and B (bottom) (A 43) (rear panel’s backlight) button (A 57) 58 RESET button (A 178) 46 FUNC.
  • Page 18 Names of Parts 65 Tape measure hooks 69 Accessory shoe with mounting hole for Use the hooks to accurately measure the distance 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws from the focal plane. For attaching accessories such as the optional Focal plane marks VL-10Li II Battery Video Light.

  • Page 19: Monitor Unit

    Names of Parts Monitor Unit Operation panel (A 20) 1 LCD panel 2 MIRROR button (A 38) 3 Microphone lock screw (A 91) 4 Microphone holder (A 91) 5 Microphone cable clamp (A 91) 6 XLR terminals CH1 (right) and CH2 (left) (A 91)
  • Page 20 Names of Parts Operation panel 13 14 15 16 17 16 Ù (skip forward) button (A 129)/ 7 DISP. (display) button (A 55, 128) 8 Ñ (stop) button (A 127)/ Assignable button 15 (A 111) Assignable button 14 (A 111) 17 XLR terminal switches for CH1 (top) and CH2 9 WFM (waveform monitor) button (A 99)/ (bottom) (A 92)

  • Page 21: Grip Unit

    Names of Parts Grip Unit 1 MAGN. (magnification) button (A 79)/ 4 Grip belt (A 41) Assignable button 7 (A 111) 5 Joystick (A 29)/SET button (A 29) 2 Control dial (A 66, 69) 6 Connection plug (A 40) 3 START/STOP button (A 51) 7 Lock screw (A 40) Handle Unit 1 Mounting hole for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws...
  • Page 22 Names of Parts...

  • Page 23: Preparations

    Preparations Preparing the Power Supply You can power the camcorder using a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. If you connect the compact power adapter to the camcorder while a battery pack is attached, the camcorder will draw power from the power outlet.
  • Page 24 Preparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Slide the BATT. OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow and open the battery compartment cover. 3 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment as shown in the illustration and press it gently toward the left until it clicks.

  • Page 25: Using A Household Power Outlet

    Preparing the Power Supply Press the BATT. INFO button to display the remaining battery charge for 5 seconds. Depending on the battery life, the battery information may not be displayed. NOTES • The first time you use a battery pack, fully charge it and then use the camcorder until the battery pack is completely exhausted.

  • Page 26: Turning The Camcorder On And Off

    Preparing the Power Supply Turning the Camcorder On and Off The camcorder has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings and MEDIA ( mode for playing back recordings. Select the operating mode using the Q switch. To turn on the camcorder Set the Q switch to CAMERA for mode or MEDIA for mode.

  • Page 27: Date, Time And Language Settings

    Date, Time and Language Settings Date, Time and Language Settings Setting the Date and Time You will need to set the date and time of the camcorder before you can start using it. When the camcorder’s clock is not set, the [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically with the first field selected (month or day, depending on the country/region of purchase).

  • Page 28: Displaying The Date And Time While Recording

    Date, Time and Language Settings Displaying the Date and Time while Recording [£ LCD/VF Setup] You can display the date and time on the screen. [Custom Display 2] Operating modes: [Date/Time] 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select [Off] [£...

  • Page 29: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Using the Menus mode, many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from the menu for general settings, which opens after pressing the MENU button. You can also register frequently used menu settings in a customized submenu (My Menu) for easy access. In mode, press the MENU button to open the menu for general settings or SET to open the clip menu for clip operations.

  • Page 30: Using The Customized Submenu (My Menu)

    Using the Menus • The orange selection frame will appear on a setting option. • Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous submenu. 6 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the desired setting option and then press SET.
  • Page 31 Using the Menus Resetting the My Menu Submenu My Menu] 1 Reset all the menu settings registered to the My Menu submenu. My Menu] > [Edit] > [Reset All] [Edit] 2 Select [OK] and then press SET twice. [Reset All]...

  • Page 32: Preparing The Camcorder

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparing the Camcorder This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching a lens and attaching the modular units to the camcorder: monitor unit, grip unit, handle unit, thumb rest, eye cup, etc. Your camcorder is nothing if not versatile and you can choose the configuration that best fits your needs and shooting conditions.
  • Page 33 Preparing the Camcorder # Attaching an EF Lens 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Remove the body cap from the camcorder and any dust caps from the lens. 3 Attach the lens to the camcorder and turn the lens in the direction of the arrow until it clicks in place.
  • Page 34 Correction data for future lenses will be made available as part of the regular updates released for the camcorder’s firmware. For more details, visit your local Canon Web site. - Depending on the recording conditions, noise may appear in the periphery of the image as a result of the correction.
  • Page 35 - When using EF-S lenses, peripheral illumination fall-off may be more pronounced. - When using non-Canon lenses, peripheral illumination will not be corrected. Even if the [~ Camera Setup] > [Periph. Illum. Corr.] setting is available (not grayed out), it is recommended to set it to [Off].

  • Page 36: Attaching And Removing The Monitor Unit

    Preparing the Camcorder $ Attaching a PL Lens 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Hold a bayonet ring handle and turn the bayonet ring counter-clockwise to remove the body cap and remove any dust caps from the lens. 3 Attach the lens to the camcorder aligning a groove on the lens with the PL lens index pin on the mount.

  • Page 37: Using The Viewfinder

    Preparing the Camcorder Removing the Monitor Unit 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Disconnect the monitor unit’s cables from the camcorder’s EXT 1 and EXT 2 terminals. • Pull back the metallic tips of the cable to release the cable and then disconnect the cable. 3 Unscrew the lock screw and then gently slide out the monitor unit from the accessory shoe.

  • Page 38: Using The Lcd Panel

    Preparing the Camcorder Dioptric Adjustment Dioptric adjustment Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment dial. dial Attaching the Viewfinder Cap Pointing the viewfinder lens at the sun or other strong light sources may cause damage to internal components. When you are not using the viewfinder, make sure to attach the viewfinder cap to the viewfinder.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Viewfinder/Lcd Screen

    Preparing the Camcorder • If you are not interested in using the viewfinder while the monitor unit is attached, you can set [£ LCD/VF Setup] > [LCD/VF Simul.] to [Off] to conserve the camcorder’s power. Even when [LCD/VF Simul.] is set to [Off], closing the LCD panel will automatically activate the viewfinder.

  • Page 40: Using A Tripod

    Preparing the Camcorder Using a Tripod 5.5 mm The camcorder is shipped with the TB-1 Tripod Base for tripods with 0.95 cm (3/8 in.) screws. You can mount the camcorder on a tripod but do not use tripods with mounting screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.) as this may cause damage to the camcorder.

  • Page 41: Attaching The Handle Unit

    Preparing the Camcorder Attaching the Grip Unit The grip unit can be attached in any of 24 positions (at 15º intervals) to give you a convenient grip angle for high- and low-angle shooting. 1 Set the Q switch to OFF. 2 Unscrew the thumb rest and remove it from the White line camcorder.

  • Page 42: Removing And Attaching The Terminal Covers

    Preparing the Camcorder Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers You can remove the plastic covers of the following terminals and SD card slot to access them more readily. • × (headphones) • EXT 1 and EXT 2 • SYNC OUT •...

  • Page 43: Preparing Recording Media

    * The camcorder can record custom picture files and a camera settings file onto the SD card as well. The SD card serves also to store user memo files created with the supplied software Canon XF Utility that you can then read and embed in the clips’...

  • Page 44: Removing A Cf Card

    Preparing Recording Media Removing a CF card 1 Wait until the access indicator for the card slot with the CF card to be removed is off. 2 Slide the CF card slot cover switch in the direction of the arrow. •...

  • Page 45: Initializing The Recording Media

    Preparing Recording Media Initializing the Recording Media The first time you use any recording media with this camcorder, initialize it first. You can also initialize a recording media to permanently delete all the data it contains. When initializing an SD card, you can select quick initialization, which clears the file allocation table but does not physically erase the stored data, or complete initialization, which deletes all data completely.

  • Page 46: Selecting The Cf Card Recording Method

    Preparing Recording Media Press the SLOT SELECT button. • The access indicator of the selected CF card slot will illuminate in green. On the screen, the CF card selected is indicated with a Ð mark next to CF card icon and in the rear panel, with a Î mark on top of the CF card icon.

  • Page 47: Checking The Available Recording Time For Cf Cards

    Preparing Recording Media Checking the Available Recording Time for CF Cards When the camcorder is in mode, the display on the upper left of the screen indicates which CF card slot is in use and the available recording time (in minutes*) that remains on each CF card. The same information is displayed in the rear panel.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Black Balance

    Adjusting the Black Balance Adjusting the Black Balance You can have the camcorder adjust the black balance automatically when ambient temperature changes considerably or if there is a noticeable change in a true black video signal. Operating modes: 1 Open the [ABB] screen. [~ Camera Setup] [~ Camera Setup] >...

  • Page 49: Remote Operation Via The Wi-Fi Remote Application

    You can also create, edit and transfer a metadata profile, set various shot marks and check the recording media, remaining recording time, time code, etc. * For details about compatible devices, operating systems, Web browsers, etc. please visit your local Canon Web site.
  • Page 50 Remote Operation Via the Wi-Fi Remote Application...

  • Page 51: Recording

    Recording Recording Video This section explains the recording basics. Before you begin recording, make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Record for approximately 6 minutes at 50 Mbps (A 59). Should the camcorder Troubleshooting fail to operate correctly, refer to (A 176).
  • Page 52 - Do not open the CF card slot cover of the CF card slot being accessed and remove the CF card. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. • Be sure to save your recordings regularly (A 143), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data.
  • Page 53 Recording Video Locking the Controls in Recording Mode mode, you can set the Q switch to C (key lock) Once in to lock all the physical controls (buttons and switches) on the camcorder*, save for the START/STOP button. With the [w Other Functions] >...

  • Page 54: Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote

    Recording Video Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote After completing the necessary preparations (A 49), you can start and stop recording from a Wi-Fi-enabled device using the Wi-Fi Remote application. 1 Press [LIVE VIEW ON/OFF] to show the camcorder’s live view image on the Wi-Fi Remote screen. 2 Press [START/STOP] to begin recording.

  • Page 55: Onscreen Displays

    Recording Video Onscreen Displays Refer to this section for an explanation of the various screen displays that appear in mode. You can use the custom display function ( 123) to turn off individual onscreen displays if they are not required. 15 16 32 33 34 35 When displaying the date and time (...
  • Page 56 Recording Video NOTES • You can press the DISP. button to switch the onscreen displays in the following sequence. Show all onscreen displays show only onscreen markers* hide all onscreen displays. > * Only when the [£ LCD/VF Setup] [Markers] setting is enabled. 1 Remaining battery time •...

  • Page 57: Rear Panel Displays

    Recording Video Rear Panel Displays You can check the following information on the rear panel. This allows you to easily adjust main camera functions like the shutter speed, white balance and ISO speed/gain even when the monitor unit is not attached to the camcorder without having to use the viewfinder.

  • Page 58: Canon Log Gamma And Cinema Preset

    Clips recorded using Canon Log gamma need to be processed in post-production. During post-production, you can apply a LUT (look-up table) to clips recorded using Canon Log gamma to view the clips with more natural colors. For details about available LUTs, visit your local Canon Web site.

  • Page 59: Video Configuration: Type Of Recording, Bit Rate, Resolution And Frame Rate

    Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate Before you record, select the bit rate, resolution (frame size) and frame rate that best match your creative needs. The options available will depend on the type of recordings you select: NTSC-compatible, PAL-compatible or true 24.00P recordings.
  • Page 60 Video Configuration: Type of Recording, Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate Available bit rate, resolution and frame rate settings [24.00P] set [NTSC/PAL] set to [NTSC] [NTSC/PAL] set to [PAL] to [On] Bit rate* Resolution Frame rate [Frame Rate] setting 24.00P 59.94i 59.94P 29.97P...

  • Page 61: Changing Main Camera Functions With The Func. Button

    Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. Button Changing Main Camera Functions with the FUNC. Button You can adjust three main camera functions –shutter speed, white balance and ISO speed/gain– using the FUNC. button (direct setting mode). In direct setting mode, you can change settings using the LCD screen/ viewfinder or using only the rear panel, which is convenient when the monitor unit is not attached to the camcorder.

  • Page 62: Shutter Speed

    Shutter Speed Shutter Speed Set the shutter speed based on the recording conditions. For example, you may want to set slower shutter speeds in darker environments. The camcorder offers the following 5 modes. Operating modes: [Speed]: Allows you to set the shutter speed (in fractions of a second). You can select the increment to use when adjusting the shutter speed between 1/3-stop and 1/4-stop increments.

  • Page 63: Changing The Shutter Speed Mode And Value

    Shutter Speed Changing the Shutter Speed Mode and Value 1 Open the shutter [Mode] submenu. [~ Camera Setup] [~ Camera Setup] > [Shutter] > [Mode] 2 Select the desired mode and then press SET. [Shutter] • If you selected [Speed] (the default value) you can select the increment scale to use when adjusting the shutter speed;...

  • Page 64: Flicker Reduction

    Shutter Speed Using Slow Shutter Mode When recording in dark surroundings, you can obtain a brighter picture by using slow shutter mode. You can also use this mode when you wish to add certain effects to your recordings, such as blurring the background during panning shots or recording a moving subject with an afterimage trail.

  • Page 65: Iso Speed/Gain

    The minimum and maximum ISO speeds are available even when the 1-stop increment scale is selected. ISO speed required for a suitable dynamic range for Canon Log gamma. Equivalent to a gain value of 2.5 dB. This value is only available when [Extended Range] is set to [Off].

  • Page 66: Using The Control Dial

    ISO Speed/Gain NOTES • If you set an assignable button to [FUNC. ISO/Gain] (A 111), you can press the button to enter the direct setting mode with the ISO speed/gain highlighted and ready to be adjusted. Using the Control Dial You can adjust the value of the ISO speed or gain using the control dial on the camcorder or that on the grip unit.

  • Page 67: Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote

    ISO Speed/Gain Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote After completing the necessary preparations (A 49), you can adjust the ISO speed/gain remotely from a Wi-Fi- enabled device using the Wi-Fi Remote application. 1 To change the gain value, press [ISO] and then [Gain] on the Wi-Fi Remote screen. 2 Press the current ISO speed or gain value and select the desired value from the list.

  • Page 68: Nd Filter

    ND Filter ND Filter Using the ND filters allows you keep the aperture within an appropriate range when recording in bright surroundings*. * Closing down the aperture when recording under bright conditions may cause the picture to appear soft or out of focus. To avoid the loss of sharpness due to diffraction, use a denser ND filter or a faster shutter speed (A 62).

  • Page 69: Adjusting The Aperture

    # Adjusting the Aperture # Adjusting the Aperture You can affect the brightness of your recordings or change the depth of field by adjusting the aperture. For example, use a small aperture value for a shallow depth of field that isolates the subject in focus and nicely blurs the background.

  • Page 70: Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote

    # Adjusting the Aperture To change the aperture mode and value [~ Camera Setup] 1 Open the aperture [Mode] submenu. [~ Camera Setup] > [Iris] > [Mode] [Iris] • This submenu is available only with lenses compatible with automatic aperture. Otherwise, start from step 3. [Mode] 2 Select [Manual] and then press SET.

  • Page 71: Momentary Automatic Aperture - Push Auto Iris

    # Adjusting the Aperture NOTES • When using an EF lens with no lens contacts, such as a Canon Cinema lens, you cannot adjust the aperture using the camcorder. Adjust the aperture using the lens. • When using an EF lens that can correct the aperture value according to the position of the zoom, you can use the [~ Camera Setup] >...

  • Page 72: Automatic Aperture

    # Adjusting the Aperture Automatic Aperture When a lens compatible with automatic aperture is attached to the camcorder, you can have the camcorder automatically adjust the aperture (f/stop). 1 Open the aperture [Mode] submenu. [~ Camera Setup] [~ Camera Setup] > [Iris] > [Mode] 2 Select [Automatic] and then press SET.

  • Page 73: Light Metering Mode

    # Adjusting the Aperture The Exposure Bar Optimal exposure AE±0 The Î on top of the exposure bar indicates optimal exposure without any shift (AE±0); the scale markings indicate the deviation from optimal exposure in 1/2 EV increments. The indicator inside the exposure bar represents the current exposure.

  • Page 74: White Balance

    White Balance White Balance The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the picture and ensure accurate colors under different lighting conditions. There are 3 methods of setting the white balance. Custom white balance: You can use a white object to establish the white balance and set it to one of two custom white balance positions, ÅA or ÅB.

  • Page 75: Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote

    White Balance 3 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the adjustment value and then press SET. • The selected adjustment value will be set and the camcorder will exit the direct setting mode. • On the screen: The selected adjustment value will appear next to the white balance icon. On the rear panel: The adjustment value display will disappear and the display will return to normal (all displays will reappear).
  • Page 76 White Balance • The selected value will be displayed on the Wi-Fi Remote screen and will be applied on the camcorder. White balance fine-tuning Color temperature If you selected ÅA or ÅB: 3 Point the camcorder at a white object so that it fills the whole screen. •...

  • Page 77: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the Focus Adjusting the Focus $ The camcorder does not have automatic focus control and focusing is done manually using the focus ring on the attached lens. # The camcorder offers 3 ways to focus. The camcorder’s AF mode can only be changed when a lens compatible with automatic aperture is attached to the camcorder.
  • Page 78 Adjusting the Focus NOTES • If the focus mode switch on the EF lens is set to MF, you will not be able control the focus through remote operation. Depending on the lens used, remote operation may not work correctly. •...

  • Page 79: One-Shot Af

    Adjusting the Focus Magnification 1 Press the MAGN. button. • ^ appears at the lower center of the screen and the center of the screen is magnified approximately 2 times*. • A white frame representing the whole screen area is displayed on the top left of the screen. The orange frame within it represents the approximate part of the image shown magnified.

  • Page 80: Continuous Af

    Adjusting the Focus Remote Operation Using Wi-Fi Remote After completing the necessary preparations (A 49), you can use the one-shot AF function remotely from a Wi-Fi enabled device using the Wi-Fi Remote application. 1 On the camcorder, set [~ Camera Setup] > [AF Mode] to [One Shot] (A 79). •...
  • Page 81 - With some EF lenses, the camcorder may take longer to focus automatically or may not be able to focus correctly. Visit your local Canon Web site for the latest information. • Autofocus may not work well on the following subjects or in the following cases. In such case, focus manually.

  • Page 82: Onscreen Markers And Zebra Patterns

    Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Using onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is correctly framed and is within the appropriate safe area. The zebra patterns help you identify areas that are overexposed. The onscreen markers and zebra pattern will not affect your recordings.

  • Page 83: Displaying Zebra Patterns

    Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Grid Center marker NOTES • You can turn off all other onscreen displays, leaving only the onscreen markers (A 55). • If you set an assignable button to [Markers] (A 111), you can press the button to turn the onscreen markers on and off.

  • Page 84: Setting The Time Code

    Setting the Time Code Setting the Time Code mode, the camcorder can generate a time code signal and embed it in your recordings. You can have the camcorder output the time code signal from the HD/SD SDI terminal or TIME CODE terminal (A 90). In mode, you can output the time code of the clip being played back through the same terminals.

  • Page 85: Selecting Drop Or Non-Drop Frame

    Setting the Time Code Setting the Time Code’s Initial Value [¤ TC/UB Setup] If you set the time code mode to [Preset], you can set the initial value of the time code. [Time Code] 1 Open the time code [Setting] submenu. [¤...

  • Page 86: Putting The Time Code Display On Hold

    Setting the Time Code Putting the Time Code Display on Hold If you set an assignable button to [Time Code Hold] (A 111), you can press the button to freeze the display of the time code*. While the time code display is put on hold, [H] will appear on the screen next to the time code and [HOLD] will appear on the rear panel.

  • Page 87: Setting The User Bit

    Setting the User Bit Setting the User Bit The user bit display can be selected from the date or the time of [¤ TC/UB Setup] recording, or an identification code consisting of 8 characters in the hexadecimal system. There are sixteen possible characters: the numbers 0 to 9 and the letters A to F.

  • Page 88: Synchronizing With An External Device

    Synchronizing with an External Device Synchronizing with an External Device Using genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camcorder’s video signal to that of an external video device. Similarly, using an external time code signal, you can synchronize this camcorder’s time code to the external signal.

  • Page 89: Time Code Signal Input

    Synchronizing with an External Device Time Code Signal Input [¤ TC/UB Setup] An external SMPTE-standard LTC timing signal received from the TIME CODE terminal will be recorded as the time code. The user bit of the [Time Code] external timing signal can also be recorded. Before connecting the device, set the TIME CODE terminal to input.

  • Page 90: Reference Video Signal Output

    Synchronizing with an External Device Reference Video Signal Output You can output the camcorder’s video signal as a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal) through the SYNC OUT terminal to synchronize an external device to this camcorder. Operating modes: 1 Open the [SYNC Output] submenu.

  • Page 91: Recording Audio

    Recording Audio Recording Audio The camcorder features two-channel linear PCM audio recording and playback with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz. You can record audio using commercially available microphones (XLR terminal, MIC terminal) or line input (XLR terminal). You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2. An audio signal will also be output with the video signal from the HD/SD SDI terminal.

  • Page 92: Selecting The Audio Input From The Xlr Terminals

    Recording Audio Selecting the Audio Input from the XLR Terminals Using the XLR terminals CH1 and CH2, you can record audio independently to the two audio channels from a microphone or analog audio input source. Note that the camcorder’s MIC terminal is given priority over the XLR terminals.

  • Page 93: Adjusting The Audio Level From The Xlr Terminals

    Recording Audio Adjusting the Audio Level from the XLR Terminals You can set the audio recording level for audio input from the XLR terminals to auto or manual for each channel. Automatic Audio Level Adjustment Set the ã switch of the desired channel to A (automatic) to let the camcorder automatically adjust that channel’s audio level.

  • Page 94: Adjusting The Audio Level From The Mic Terminal

    Recording Audio Available Sensitivity Levels [¡ Audio Setup] +12 dB +6 dB 0 dB -6 dB -12 dB Audio Input] [XLR1 Mic Trimming] [XLR2 Mic Trimming] [0 dB] Activating the Microphone’s Attenuator [¡ Audio Setup] You can activate the microphone’s attenuator (20 dB) if the XLR terminal switch is set to MIC or MIC+48V.

  • Page 95: Monitoring The Audio With Headphones

    Recording Audio Activating the Microphone’s Attenuator [¡ Audio Setup] If the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted, activate the microphone attenuator (20 dB). Audio Input] 1 Open the [MIC Att.] submenu. [¡ Audio Setup] > [Audio Input] > [MIC Att.] MIC Att.] 2 Select [On] and then press SET.

  • Page 96: Using Metadata

    Setting a User Memo Created with Canon XF Utility Before you can add a user memo, you must first install the supplied Canon XF Utility software (A 143). Next, create the user memo and then save it to an SD card. Once you insert the SD card in the camcorder and select the user memo, it will be added to clips you record.

  • Page 97: Setting A User Memo Using Wi-Fi Remote

    Wi-Fi-enabled device using the Wi-Fi Remote application. Using the Wi-Fi Remote application you have two additional advantages over user memos created with Canon XF Utility: you can change the user memo of the last clip recorded, even if you did not specify a user memo in advance; and you can enter manually the GPS information of your shooting location.

  • Page 98: Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal

    Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal You can have the camcorder generate and record color bars and a 1 kHz audio reference signal and output and × (headphone) terminal them from the HD/SD SDI terminal, HDMI OUT terminal, SYNC OUT terminal Outputs color bars only.

  • Page 99: Video Scopes

    Video Scopes Video Scopes The camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor or vectorscope. It can also display an edge monitor* to help you focus. The video scopes appear only on the LCD screen. They do not appear in the viewfinder or on an external monitor.

  • Page 100: Configuring The Vectorscope

    Video Scopes Configuring the Vectorscope [w Other Functions] The camcorder’s vectorscope function offers 2 modes. You can also change the gain. [WFM (LCD)] Operating modes: [Vectorscope] 1 Open the [Vectorscope] submenu. [Normal] [w Other Functions] > [WFM (LCD)] > [Vectorscope] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

  • Page 101: Adding Marks While Recording

    Adding Marks while Recording Adding Marks while Recording When recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a “shot mark” (!). There are two types of shot marks, shot mark 1 (") and shot mark 2 (#), and you can add either or both types to a single clip. You can also add an OK mark ($) or check mark (%) to the entire clip to flag clips you want to set apart.

  • Page 102: Adding An $ Mark Or % Mark To The Last Clip Recorded

    Adding Marks while Recording NOTES • There may be up to a 0.5 second delay from when you press the button to when the camcorder adds the shot mark. When using the Wi-Fi Remote application, the delay may be longer depending on the conditions of the wireless signal.

  • Page 103: Recording Gps Information (Geotagging)

    Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) When the optional GP-E1 GPS Receiver is attached to the camcorder’s WFT terminal, the camcorder will automatically record the GPS information (latitude, longitude and altitude) in the metadata of each clip recorded (A 96).
  • Page 104 Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) • The GPS information recorded with clips may contain data that can lead others to locate or identify you. Be careful when sharing geotagged recordings with others or when uploading them to the Web. • Do not leave the GPS receiver near strong electromagnetic fields such as near powerful magnets and motors. NOTES •...

  • Page 105: Reviewing A Recording

    Reviewing a Recording Reviewing a Recording When the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that [w Other Functions] was recorded. Operating modes: Rec Review] 1 Open the [Rec Review] submenu to set the review length. [Entire Clip] [w Other Functions] >...

  • Page 106: Special Recording Modes

    Special Recording Modes Special Recording Modes The camcorder features 4 special recording modes. Interval recording ([Interval Rec]): The camcorder will automatically record a pre-defined number of frames at a pre-defined interval. This mode is suitable for recording subjects with little movement, such as natural surroundings or plants.

  • Page 107: Frame Recording Mode

    Special Recording Modes • [INT STBY] changes to [Ü INT REC] while recording frames and [Ü INT STBY] while between intervals. 4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording. • All of the recorded frames are joined together into one clip. •...

  • Page 108: Slow & Fast Motion Mode

    Special Recording Modes [w Other Functions] > [Special Rec] 5 Select [Off] and then press SET. • Frame recording mode ends and all of the recorded frames are joined together into one clip. • The tally lamp goes out and [STBY] appears at the top of the screen. NOTES •...
  • Page 109 Special Recording Modes Activating Slow & Fast Motion Mode and Recording [w Other Functions] 1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu. [w Other Functions] > [Special Rec] Special Rec] 2 Select [Slow & Fast Motion] and then press SET. • [S&F STBY] appears at the top of the screen. [Off] •...

  • Page 110: Pre-Recording Mode

    Special Recording Modes Pre-recording Mode [w Other Functions] When pre-recording mode is activated, the camcorder starts recording continuously into a temporary memory of approximately 3 seconds so Special Rec] when you press the START/STOP button, the clip will contain also approximately 3 seconds of video and audio recorded before you pressed [Off] the button.

  • Page 111: Customization

    Customization Assignable Buttons The camcorder conveniently features 15* buttons to which you can assign various functions. By assigning often- used functions, you can quickly access them with a single press of a button. Some assignable buttons are located on the monitor unit or grip unit, so their availability depends on the camcorder configuration used. * In mode, only assignable buttons 1 to 9 are available.

  • Page 112: Using An Assignable Button

    Assignable Buttons • You can reset only the functions assigned to the assignable buttons, without affecting other camera settings, with the [w Other Functions] >[Reset] > [Assignable Buttons] function. All the assignable buttons will return to their default function. Using an Assignable Button After you assign a function to one of the buttons, press the button to activate the function.
  • Page 113 Assignable Buttons Function name Description Ü Ü [Photo]* Records a photo. Enters the direct setting mode, replicating the function of the camcorder’s FUNC. Ü [FUNC.] – button. Enters the direct setting mode with the shutter speed highlighted and ready to be Ü...

  • Page 114: Custom Picture Settings

    [C8: Wide DR]: Applies a gamma curve with a very wide dynamic range and an appropriate color matrix that nevertheless do not require post-production processing. [C9: CINEMA]: Uses the Canon Log gamma and color matrix for an outstanding dynamic range and an image suitable for processing in post-production.

  • Page 115: Editing A Custom Picture File's Settings

    Custom Picture Settings Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings / Edit File] and then press SET. 1 After selecting a file, select [ 2 Select a setting and then press SET. 3 Change the setting to the desired level and then press SET. •...

  • Page 116: Transferring Custom Picture Files

    Custom Picture Settings Transferring Custom Picture Files You can transfer custom picture files between the camcorder and SD card. When the selected custom picture file is in the camcorder, use [Copy To *] or [Load From *] depending on the operation you wish to perform. Similarly, when the selected custom picture file is on an SD card, use [Copy To Cam.] or [Load From Cam].

  • Page 117: Embedding Custom Picture Settings In A Recording

    [Standard] P (high contrast, vibrant colors). [Wide DR]: Applies a gamma curve with a very wide dynamic range, optimized for playback on an HDTV. [Canon Log]: Applies a logarithmic gamma curve for outstanding dynamic range. Requires image processing in post-production.
  • Page 118 Controls the lower part of the gamma curve (dark areas of the image). When [Gamma] is set to [Wide DR] or [Canon Log], this setting has no effect on the picture. [Level]: Raises or lowers the lower part of the gamma curve. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50.
  • Page 119 Controls the upper part of the gamma curve (highlights of the image). By compressing the highlights, you can prevent parts of the image from being overexposed. When [Gamma] is set to [Cine 1], [Cine 2], [EOS Std.], [Wide DR] or [Canon Log], this setting has no effect on the picture. [Enable]: Activates/deactivates the setting.
  • Page 120 [Knee Aperture]: Allows you to set the sharpness of only the areas above the knee point by adjusting the gain and slope. When [Gamma] is set to [Cine 1], [Cine 2], [EOS Std.], [Wide DR] or [Canon Log], this setting has no effect on the picture.
  • Page 121 [Select]: Available options are [Normal 1] to [Normal 4], [Cine 1] and [Cine 2], [EOS Std.], [Wide DR] and [Canon Log]. Generally, this should be the same setting as [Gamma]. After selecting an option, you can make more precise adjustments.
  • Page 122 Custom Picture Settings [Phase]: Adjusts the amount of correction to the color phase. This setting can be adjusted from -18 to 18. (Default: ±0) [Other Functions] [Setup Level]: Adjusts the black level set by the [Black] and [Master Pedestal] settings. [Level]: Determines the amount of adjustment to be made.

  • Page 123: Customizing Functions And Onscreen Displays

    Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customize the camcorder to match your shooting style and needs. Use the [w Other Functions] > [Custom Function] setting to adjust how some of the camcorder’s controls and functions operate in mode.

  • Page 124: Saving And Loading Camera Settings

    Saving and Loading Camera Settings Saving and Loading Camera Settings After you adjust custom picture settings and settings in the various menus, you can save those settings on an SD card. You can load those settings at a later date or on another C300 or C300 PL camcorder so that you can use that camcorder in that same exact way.

  • Page 125: Playback

    Playback Playback This section explains how to play back clips recorded on a CF card. For details on playing back clips using an Connecting to an External Monitor external monitor, refer to (A 140). For details on viewing photos on the SD Viewing Photos card, refer to (A 153).
  • Page 126 Playback 1 $ mark/% mark (A 102, 132) 9 Clip number / Total number of clips 2 Orange selection frame 10 Recording date (month and day only) and time 3 Relay recording: Appears when a clip begins on 11 Special recording mode (A 106) one CF card and continues on the other.

  • Page 127: Playing Back Clips

    Playback Playing Back Clips You can play back clips from the clip index screen, [$ Mark] index screen and [% Mark] index screen. Use the playback control buttons on the monitor unit. When the monitor unit is not attached, you have limited playback control options (play/pause/stop only) with the buttons on the camcorder and full playback control options using the joystick and joystick guide.

  • Page 128: Onscreen Displays

    Playback Onscreen Displays 8 9 10 1 Remaining battery time (A 56) 11 Time code (A 84) 2 Joystick guide (A 129) 12 Clip number / Total number of clips 3 Shutter speed (A 62) 13 Bit rate and resolution (A 59) 4 # Aperture value (A 69) 14 Frame rate...

  • Page 129: Playback Controls

    Playback Playback Controls When you play back a clip, operate the buttons on camcorder’s body or on the monitor unit or use the joystick and joystick guide to use fast playback, play back frame-by-frame or skip clips. Refer to the following table. Available Playback Types Playback type Operation...

  • Page 130: Clip Operations

    Clip Operations Clip Operations Besides playing back a clip, you can perform other operations such as deleting a clip or displaying clip information. This is done through the clip menu, which contains different functions depending on the index screen. You can use the functions in the [w Other Functions] menu to perform some of the operations on all the clips.

  • Page 131: Using The Clip Menu

    Clip Operations Using the Clip Menu 1 Select a clip and then press SET. • The clip menu appears. Available functions depend on the index screen and which functions are enabled. 2 Select the desired function and then press SET. •...
  • Page 132 Clip Operations Displaying Custom Picture Settings When displaying the [Clip Info] screen of a clip that has a custom picture file recorded with it, push the joystick down or turn the SELECT dial down to display the first of three screens with the clip’s custom picture settings ([/ Data 1/3] screen).

  • Page 133: Copying Clips

    Clip Operations Deleting $ Marks from All Clips [w Other Functions] 1 Open the [Delete All $ Marks] submenu. [w Other Functions] > [Delete All $ Marks] [Delete All $ Marks] 2 Select [OK] and then press SET. • All $ marks from clips on the selected CF card will be deleted. •...

  • Page 134: Deleting Clips

    Clip Operations NOTES • You cannot copy a clip if either CF card slot cover is open. • If a clip is being copied to a card that already has a clip with the same number (the last 4 digits in the clip name), then the copied clip will be renamed with the following number.

  • Page 135: Displaying An Index Screen Of Shot Marks

    Clip Operations • The [/ Data 1/3] screen appears with the orange selection frame indicating a custom picture file slot in the camcorder. • Alternatively, you can press the CUSTOM PICTURE button. • You can push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to display the [/ Data 2/3] and [/ Data 3/3] screens.

  • Page 136: Displaying A Frame Index Screen Of A Single Clip

    Clip Operations Displaying a Frame Index Screen of a Single Clip You can display an index screen of a single clip broken down as frames at fixed intervals. This is useful when you have a long clip or wish to play back a clip from a certain point. You can change how many thumbnails are displayed.

  • Page 137: Deleting Shot Marks

    Clip Operations 3 Select [Add Shot Mark 1] or [Add Shot Mark 2] and then press SET. • The clip information screen appears and it prompts you to confirm the operation. 4 Select [OK] and then press SET. • The screen changes back to the previous index screen and the selected shot mark appears next to the selected clip’s thumbnail.
  • Page 138 Clip Operations...

  • Page 139: External Connections

    External Connections Video Output Configuration The video signal output from the HD/SD SDI, HDMI OUT and SYNC OUT terminals depends on the clip’s video configuration, the capability of the external monitor (for video output from the HDMI OUT terminal) and on various menu settings.

  • Page 140: Connecting To An External Monitor

    Connecting to an External Monitor Connecting to an External Monitor When you connect the camcorder to an external monitor for recording or playback, use the terminal on the camcorder that matches the one you wish to use on the monitor. Then, select the video signal output configuration (A 139).

  • Page 141: Using The Hd/Sd Sdi Terminal

    Connecting to an External Monitor Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal [¢ Video Setup] The digital signal output from the HD/SD SDI terminal includes the video signal, audio signal and time code signal. If necessary, perform the [SDI Output] following procedure to change the output to HD or SD*. Turning the output off will conserve the camcorder’s power.

  • Page 142: Sd Output

    Connecting to an External Monitor • If necessary, you can superimpose the onscreen displays on the video displayed on the external monitor (A 142). SD Output [¢ Video Setup] When HD video with a 16:9 aspect ratio is converted and output from the HD/SD SDI terminal, HDMI OUT terminal or SYNC OUT terminal as SD [SD Output] video with a 4:3 aspect ratio, you can choose how it appears on the...

  • Page 143: Saving Clips To A Computer

    Saving Clips to a Computer Saving Clips to a Computer Use the software on the supplied Canon XF Utilities CD-ROM to transfer clips in the camcorder to a computer to save them. The CD-ROM contains the following. Canon XF Utility: Browser for transferring clips to a computer, playing back and checking video, and managing clips.
  • Page 144 English, French, Spanish, Italian or German (available languages depend on the region you select). However, only the English version of the software is included in the supplied Canon XF Utilities CD-ROM. After installing this version, you can download language packs that will change the user interface (menus, messages, etc.) to other languages.
  • Page 145 8 Click Next and then click Finish. 9 Remove the CD-ROM from the computer. Uninstalling Canon XF Utility 1 From the Start menu, select All Programs > Canon Utilities > Canon XF Utility > Uninstall Canon XF Utility. • A confirmation screen appears.
  • Page 146 Uninstalling the Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access Instructions 1 From the Start menu, open All Programs > Canon Utilities > Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access > Uninstall Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access Instruction Manual.
  • Page 147 Saving Clips to a Computer 4 Click Install. 5 Select the installation method and then click Next. 6 Read the license agreement and click Agree. • If you do not select Agree, you cannot install the software. • If you selected the Easy Installation installation method, skip to step 8. 7 Select the software to install and then click Next.
  • Page 148 Uninstalling the Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro Instructions 1 From Applications, open Canon Utilities. 2 Drag and drop Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro to Trash. Uninstalling the Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access Instructions 1 From Applications, open Canon Utilities.

  • Page 149: Viewing The Software Instruction Manuals

    Viewing the Plugin Instructions Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access Instructions (Windows): 1 From the Start menu, select All Programs > Canon Utilities > Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access > Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access Instruction Manual.
  • Page 150 Saving Clips to a Computer...

  • Page 151: Photos

    Photos Taking Photos You can take photos when the camcorder is in mode or you can capture a photo from a clip when the camcorder is in mode. Photos are saved onto the SD card. In mode, photo size is 1920x1080*. In mode, photo size depends on the resolution setting of the clip that the photo is captured from.
  • Page 152 Taking Photos IMPORTANT • Observe the following precautions while the SD card access indicator is flashing. Failure to do so may result in permanent data loss. - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. - Do not remove the SD card. NOTES •...

  • Page 153: Photo Playback

    Photo Playback Photo Playback You can view the photos that you took with the camcorder. Operating modes: Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen Display the [Photos] index screen to view photos. 1 Set the Q switch to MEDIA. • The camcorder switches to mode and the clip index screen appears.

  • Page 154: Photo Operations

    Photo Operations Photo Operations You can use the photo menu to protect or unprotect a photo, delete a photo, or copy a custom picture file embedded in a photo. You can display the photo menu from the [Photos] index screen or photo playback screen.

  • Page 155: Protecting Photos

    Photo Operations Deleting All Photos [w Other Functions] 1 Open the [Delete All Photos] submenu. [w Other Functions] > [Delete All Photos] [Delete All Photos] 2 Select [OK] and then press SET. • All of the photos on the SD card, except for protected ones, will be deleted.

  • Page 156: Copying Custom Picture Files

    Photo Operations IMPORTANT • Initializing an SD card will permanently erase all the data it contains, including protected photos and custom picture files. Copying Custom Picture Files You can copy to the camcorder a custom picture file embedded in a photo. Custom picture files can be copied from the photo playback screen or [Photos] index screen.

  • Page 157: Photo Numbering

    Photo Operations Photo Numbering [w Other Functions] Photos are automatically assigned consecutive numbers from 0101 to 9900, and stored on the SD card in folders containing up to 100 photos. [Photo Numbering] Folders are numbered from 101 to 998. You can select the photo numbering method to be used.
  • Page 158 Photo Operations...

  • Page 159: Additional Information

    Additional Information Menu Options For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (A 29). For details about each function, see the reference page. Menu items without a reference page are explained after the tables. Setting options in boldface indicate default values.
  • Page 160 Menu Options [¡ Audio Setup] menu Menu item Submenu Setting options Ü [Audio Input] [XLR Rec Channel] [CH1], [CH1/CH2] – [XLR1 Mic Trimming] [+12 dB], [+6 dB], [0 dB], [-6 dB], [-12 dB] Ü – [XLR2 Mic Trimming] [XLR1 Mic Att.] [On], [Off] Ü...
  • Page 161 Menu Options [£ LCD/VF Setup] menu Menu item Submenu Setting options Ü Ü [LCD Setup] [Brightness] -99 to 99 (±0) Ü Ü [Contrast] -99 to 99 (±0) Ü Ü [Color] -20 to 20 (±0) Ü Ü [Sharpness] 1 to 4 (2) Ü...
  • Page 162 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options # [Light Metering] Ü [Custom Display 1] [On], [Off] – – Ü [Custom Picture] [On], [Off] – # [Focal Length] Ü [On], [Off] – Ü [ND Filter] [On], [Off] – # [AF Mode] Ü...
  • Page 163 Menu Options [ND Filter]: Displays the ND filter indicator when set to [On]. # [AF Mode]: When set to [On], displays the autofocus icon (AF) if the focus mode switch on the attached EF lens is set to AF. [Key Lock]: Displays the key lock icon (C) when set to [On]. [White Balance]: Displays the white balance indicator when set to [On].
  • Page 164 [24P TC/Sync]: Determines the frequency for time code input and output and for Genlock synchronization when the frame rate is set to 23.98P or 24.00P. [XF Legacy]: Synchronization mode compatible with Canon XF series camcorders. Synchronizes the time code at a 30-frame signal and the Genlock signal at a 59.94i or 60.00i signal.
  • Page 165 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options Ü [WFM (LCD)] [Setting] [WFM], [VS], [Edge Mon.], [Off] – Ü [WFM], [VS], [Off] – Ü Ü [Waveform Monitor] [Line], [Line+Spot], [Field], [RGB], [YPbPr] Ü Ü [Gain] [1x], [2x] Ü Ü [Vectorscope] [Spot], [Normal] Ü...
  • Page 166 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Slow & Fast Motion] [S&F Frame Rate] When [24.00P] is set to [On] or [NTSC/PAL] is set to [NTSC]: 1 to 30 (fps) (30) if [Bit Rate/Resolution] is set to an option with 1080 vertical resolution 1 to 60 (fps) (30) if [Bit Rate/Resolution] is Ü...
  • Page 167 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Wi-Fi Remote] [Set Up New] For details refer to “WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter - Guide for Canon Camcorders” [Select] (PDF file). [Edit] Ü – – [Camera Settings] [Select User] [User Setting] Ü [GPS]...
  • Page 168 Menu Options [Organization]: This identifier represents the organization that owns or operates the camcorder and can be obtained by registering with the SMPTE Registration Authority. If the organization is not registered, enter [0000]. [User Code]: This identifier designates the user. Leave this blank if [Organization] is set to [0000]. [SDI Rec Command]: When you connect the camcorder to another device using the HD/SD SDI terminal, if you start or stop recording with the camcorder, the other device will also start or stop recording.

  • Page 169: Displaying The Status Screens

    “WFT-E6 Wireless File Transmitter - Guide for – – Canon Camcorders” (PDF file) from your local Canon Web site and follow the instructions to complete the necessary setup. # only. Does not appear in the [Photos] index screen.
  • Page 170 Displaying the Status Screens [Camera] Status Screen mode only) 5 # Correction for peripheral illumination 1 ISO speed/Gain increment (A 65) 2 # Iris mode (A 69) (A 34) 3 # Iris increment (A 69) 6 # AF mode (A 77) 7 # Flicker reduction (A 64) 4 Shutter speed increment (A 63) 8 # Lens model name info (A 32)
  • Page 171 Displaying the Status Screens [Audio] Status Screen mode mode 1 XLR terminal recording channel (A 92) 6 Microphone attenuator (MIC terminal) (A 95) 2 Microphone sensitivity (XLR terminal) (A 93) 7 Headphone volume (A 129) 3 Audio peak limiter (A 93, 94) 8 Linking recording levels of XLR terminals (A 93) 4 Microphone mode (MIC terminal) (A 94) 9 Microphone attenuator (XLR terminal) (A 94)
  • Page 172 Displaying the Status Screens [Video] Status Screen 1 HDMI OUT terminal status 6 Superimposing onscreen displays to SD output 2 HD/SD SDI terminal output setting (A 141) (A 142) 3 Superimposing onscreen displays to HD output 7 Special recording mode (A 106) (A 142) 8 Number of frames for interval recording mode 4 SD output setting (A 142)
  • Page 173 Displaying the Status Screens [Battery/Hour Meter] Status Screen 1 Remaining recording time 4 Total operation time (A 168) 2 Remaining recording time indicator 5 Operation time since using [Reset Hour Meter] 3 Battery life indicator (A 168) [/ Data 1/3] Status Screen mode only) 1 Custom picture file name (A 114) 7 Skin detail settings (hue, chroma, area and Y...
  • Page 174 Displaying the Status Screens [/ Data 2/3] Status Screen mode only) 1 Sharpness settings (level, horizontal detail 4 Coring settings (level, offset, curve and depth) frequency, horizontal/vertical detail balance, and (A 119) limit) (A 119) 5 Noise reduction (A 120) 2 Sharpness settings (select, knee aperture gain 6 Color matrix settings (select, gain and phase) and slope) (A 119)
  • Page 175 Displaying the Status Screens [GPS Information Display] Status Screen mode only) 1 Latitude 4 UTC (coordinated universal time) date and time 2 Longitude 5 Satellite signal strength 3 Elevation For details refer to Recording GPS Information (Geotagging) (A 103).

  • Page 176: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have a problem with your camcorder, refer to this section. Consult your dealer or a Canon Service Center if the problem persists. Power source The camcorder will not turn on or it turns off by itself.
  • Page 177 The built-in ND filter is stuck and does not change. - The electronic motor that drives the ND filter may not be working correctly. As an emergency measure, you can operate the ND filter manually (A 186). Eventually, consult a Canon Service Center. Playback Cannot delete a clip.

  • Page 178: Picture And Sound

    Troubleshooting Picture and Sound Screen displays turn on and off repeatedly. - The battery pack is exhausted. Replace or charge the battery pack. - Remove the battery pack and reattach it correctly. Abnormal characters appear on the screen and the camcorder does not operate properly. - Disconnect the power source and reconnect it after a short time.

  • Page 179: List Of Messages

    CF A/CF B Management data is not supported and will be deleted - This message may appear if you insert into the camcorder a CF card that was initialized by another Canon professional camcorder. Check the contents of the CF card.
  • Page 180 - If data on the CF card is corrupted, such as when the power suddenly turned off while recording, the data must be recovered. When this message appears, select [OK] and press SET. Fan error - The cooling fan may not be working properly. Consult a Canon Service Center.
  • Page 181 System error - Turn off the camcorder and back on again. If this does not solve the problem, there may be a malfunction with the camcorder. Consult a Canon Service Center. This photo cannot be displayed - You may not be able to display photos taken with other devices or image files created or edited on a computer.

  • Page 182: Handling Precautions

    If any of the above should get into the camcorder it may damage the camcorder and/or the lens. Consult a Canon Service Center as soon as possible. • Be careful to avoid dust and dirt particles accumulating on the lens or entering the camcorder. When you finish using the camcorder, make sure to attach the body cap to the lens mount and the lens cap and dust cap to the lens.
  • Page 183 Regarding the use of non-Canon battery packs • We recommend using genuine Canon battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark. • If you attach to the camcorder battery packs that are not genuine Canon battery packs, the remaining battery time will not be displayed.

  • Page 184: Recording Media

    Recording Media • We recommend backing up the recordings on the recording media onto your computer. Data may be corrupted or lost due to defects or exposure to static electricity. Canon shall not be liable for lost or corrupted data.
  • Page 185 Maintenance/Others Maintenance/Others Cleaning Camcorder Body • Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camcorder body. Never use chemically treated cloths or volatile solvents such as paint thinner. Lens • Remove any dust or dirt particles using a non-aerosol type blower brush. •...

  • Page 186: Using The Camcorder Abroad

    You can use the compact power adapter to operate the camcorder and to charge battery packs in any country with power supply between 100 and 240VAC, 50/60Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use.

  • Page 187: Optional Accessories

    This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.
  • Page 188 Optional Accessories Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select from the following: BP-950G, BP-955, BP-970G*, BP-975*. When you use battery packs bearing the Intelligent System mark, the camcorder will communicate with the battery and display the remaining usage time (accurate to 1 minute). You can only use and charge these battery BP-955 BP-975 packs with camcorders and chargers compatible with Intelligent System.
  • Page 189 Optional Accessories # Approximate times using the viewfinder (monitor unit not attached) Type of recording Bit rate Usage time BP-950G BP-955 BP-970G BP-975 NTSC / 24.00P 50 Mbps Recording (maximum) 200 min. 200 min. 280 min. 300 min. Recording (typical) 130 min.
  • Page 190 Optional Accessories $ Approximate times using the viewfinder (monitor unit not attached) Type of recording Bit rate Usage time BP-950G BP-955 BP-970G BP-975 NTSC / 24.00P 50 Mbps Recording (maximum) 205 min. 200 min. 285 min. 305 min. Recording (typical) 130 min.
  • Page 191 Using the SBR-1000 for additional support of the camcorder with the neck strap will significantly lighten the load of the camcoder’s weight while shooting. This mark identifies genuine Canon video accessories. When you use Canon video equipment, we recommend Canon-brand accessories or products bearing the same mark.

  • Page 192: Specifications

    • Viewfinder: 1.3 cm (0.52 in.), approx. 1,555,000 dots, 100% coverage • Lens Mount # Canon EF mount compatible with Canon EF lenses (including EF-S lenses) $ PL Lens mount without data interface terminals Lens multiplication factor: approx. 1.53 (for 35mm equivalent focal length) •...
  • Page 193 • Shutter Speed Speed (1/3-stop increments, 1/4-stop increments), angle, clear scan, slow, off • # Lens Peripheral Illumination Correction: Available for Canon EF lenses Some Canon EF lenses are not compatible with peripheral illumination correction. • Sensor Sensitivity (ISO 640 (0 dB), 2000 lux, 89.9% reflection) ! F9 (1920x1080 at 59.94i) "...
  • Page 194 Specifications Power/Others • Power Supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (DC IN) • Power Consumption (recording at 50 Mbps, viewfinder/LCD screen normal brightness, SDI output on) LCD screen and viewfinder: 11.7 W (NTSC, 24.00P recordings), 11.4 W (PAL recordings) Viewfinder only: 10.7 W (NTSC, 24.00P recordings), 10.4 W (PAL recordings) $ LCD screen and viewfinder: 11.7 W (NTSC, 24.00P recordings), 11.4 W (PAL recordings)
  • Page 195 Specifications Handle Unit Modular unit includes a cold accessory shoe and socket for 0.64 cm (1/4 in.) screws for other accessories. • Weight: Approx. 180 g (6.3 oz.) CA-940N Compact Power Adapter • Rated Input: 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.72 A (100 V) – 0.39 A (240 V) •...
  • Page 196 Specifications...
  • Page 197 Index 24.00P ....... .59 Custom picture settings ....117 ABB (automatic black balance) .
  • Page 198 Interval recording mode ....106 Peaking .......78 Iris* .
  • Page 199 Video configuration ..... 59 Video output configuration ....139 Tally lamp .
  • Page 200 B. If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C. If defects or damages are caused by the use of parts or supplies (other than those sold by Canon USA) that cause damage to the Equipment or that cause abnormally frequent service calls or service problems;...
  • Page 201 B. If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage; C. If defects or damages are caused by the use of parts or supplies (other than those sold by Canon Canada) that cause damage to the Equipment or that cause abnormally frequent service calls or service problems;...
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