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A Perfect Fit for Professional
Production Environments.
Representative Block Diagram of Interconnections between Various
Production Equipment
HD/HDV NLE Solution
HDV (Video, Sound, Time Code)
HDV / DV Interface
DV (IEEEE 1394) Cable
HDV
HD Live Solution
HD -SDI
GENLOCK in
HD -SDI
HDV
HD -SDI
GENLOCK in
Sync Generator
HDV
HD Switcher
GENLOCK in
HDV
mic 1
mic 2
Mixer
HD-SDI Solution
VTR (HDCAM, HD D5,
DVD PRO HD etc)
TC in
TC in
HDV
GENLOCK in
GENLOCK in
Time code Generator
VTR (HDCAM, HD D5,
DVD PRO HD etc)
HD -SDI
TC in
Audio
HDV
in
GENLOCK in
GENLOCK in
GENLOCK in
Sync Generator
Audio
out
mic 1
Audio recorder
mic 2
Mixer
(DAT etc)
Professional JackPack (XH G1 only)
While there are many situations that call for smaller,
lighter HD cameras, most such products are unsuit-
able for professional applications because they
lack the necessary interface capability. The Canon
XH G1 features a Professional JackPack with HD-SDI
(SMPTE 299M) or SD-SDI (SMPTE 272M) output,
Genlock input, and SMPTE Time Code in/out con-
nectors. The HD-SDI output provides a 1.485Gbps
60i signal at 1920 x 1080 resolution and with
4:2:2 color sampling with embedded audio and
time code. Because a single industry standard
connection carries video, audio, SMPTE (LTC)
Time Code, and digital audio, cabling complexity is significantly
reduced. It enables longer cable runs, improves operator mobility,
and simplifies cabling. The Genlock input enables multi-camera
synchronization in live-switched environments. It can accept either
an SD (black burst) or HD (tri-level) sync signal when shooting HD.
A switchable SMPTE input/output port accommodates time code
requirements during multi-camera shoots and post-production.
Program
Shutter Speeds
Out
When shooting with the shutter priority auto exposure mode, the
XH G1 and XH A1 provide 14 different shutter speeds ranging from
1/3 to 1/15,000 of a second. The 24F mode includes a 1/48 second
setting that perfectly matches the shutter speed of a motion picture
film camera. (For NTSC 60i/30F and PAL 50i/25F, there are 13 avail-
able settings.)
Superior Connectivity
The XH G1 and XH A1 include a full complement of input and output
ports to meet just about any interface requirement. Two XLR mic/line
audio inputs accommodate professional balanced connections.
Also provided are industry standard connectors, including component
(HD/SD) and composite video outputs (BNC/RCA), an IEEE 1394
(Firewire) port, a LANC terminal, and a headphone jack.
Audio Recording Control
Individual audio level controls, switchable 20 dB mic attenuation,
12 dB mic gain boost, and various monitoring options provide full
control over the sound as it is recorded. They even include switch-
able phantom power (+48V) to eliminate the need for any external
power supply with direct mic input. An external microphone holder
Non-linear
is provided for on-camera mounting and for an optional
Editing
System
professional shotgun microphone.
or
Linear
Editing
System
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