Canon XH A1 Instruction Manual page 37

The manual focus cannot be selected in the
mode switch to M, the autofocus (Instant AF) will still be activated.
The focal distance to the subject will be displayed for approx. 3 seconds when you switch from
autofocus to manual focus or when you operate the focus ring in the manual focus mode. It will also
be displayed with the focus preset. With the customized functions (
for the distance display (meter or feet) and with the custom display (
display this information (always, never, or only upon the operation of the focus ring).
Use the distance display as an estimate.
: Infinity focus
Using the Focus Assist Functions (Peaking and Magnifying)
In order to make manual focusing easier, you can use two assist functions: Peaking emphasizes the
outlines of the subject creating a clearer contrast, and Magnifying enlarges the image on the screen. You
can also combine both for a greater effect. With the customized functions (
to change automatically to black & white while using the focus assist functions.
Peaking
While recording or in record pause, press the PEAKING button.
• The outlines of the subject will be emphasized.
• Press the button again to cancel the function.
Magnifying
In record pause, press the MAGN. button.
• The central part of the screen will be magnified approximately 2x.
• Press the button again to cancel the function.
The Peaking and Magnifying functions will not affect your recordings. However, the magnified
picture will be output as is to the HD/SD SDI terminal (
The Magnifying function will be canceled as you start recording.
You can use the custom keys (
With the customized functions (
(normal or long press).
Focus Preset
This function enables a focus setting to be memorized and to return to that focus setting instantly. You
can also select the speed at which the camcorder returns to the preset focus setting.
Presetting the Focus
1. Set the focus mode switch to M.
"MF" appears.
2. Set the POSITION PRESET switch to FOCUS.
The focus preset speed currently selected appears.
3. Adjust the focus with the focus ring.
4. Move the POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch to SET.
"MF" and the focus preset speed display turn yellow.
Easy Recording mode. Even if you set the focus
- : Over infinity focus
70) to prevent the accidental operation of the MAGN. button.
83) you can also change the operation of the MAGN. button
83) you can change the units
90) you can select when to
83) you can set the display
only) and the HDV/DV terminal.
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