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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIE-0356-000E HD Camcorder Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 3 For more information about the recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, waste authority, approved scheme or your household waste disposal service or visit www.canon-europe.com/environment. (EEA: Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein) Trademark Acknowledgements •...
  • Page 4 Highlights of the XF305/XF300 The Canon XF305/XF300 HD Camcorder has been designed to fulfill the needs demanded by industry professionals. The following are just some of the many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality. HD Recording...
  • Page 5 (0 123) give you even more freedom to control many aspects of the camcorder’s operation. Save custom picture and menu settings to an SD card so that you can transfer your setting preferences to other XF305/XF300 camcorders in order to use them in the same way.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction 9 3. Recording 43 About this Manual 9 Recording Video 43 Conventions Used in this Manual 9 Preparing to Record 43 Recording 44 Supplied Accessories 11 Names of Parts 12 Onscreen Displays 46 Side Panel Displays 48 2.
  • Page 7 Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 78 Custom Picture Settings 111 Displaying Onscreen Markers 78 Selecting Custom Picture Files 111 Displaying Zebra Patterns 79 Editing a Custom Picture File’s Settings 112 Renaming Custom Picture Files 112 Setting the Time Code 81 Selecting the Running Mode 81 Protecting Custom Picture Files 113 Putting the Time Code Display on Hold 83...
  • Page 8 List of Messages 184 Saving Clips to a Computer 148 Handling Precautions 188 System Requirements 148 Maintenance/Others 191 Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility Optional Accessories 193 (Windows) 149 Specifications 197 Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility (Mac OS) 152...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon XF305/XF300. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 181).

  • Page 10: Operating Modes

    About this Manual Introduction When a function requires the use of the menu, Operating modes the quick reference shows the submenus and, indicates that a function is available in the when applicable, the default setting for the operating mode indicated and indicates that the menu item.

  • Page 11: Supplied Accessories

    SS-1200 Shoulder Strap Canon XF Utilities Disc The Canon XF Utilities Disc includes software for saving and managing clips on a computer. For details on installing the software, refer to Saving Clips to a Computer (0 148). For more information on the functions, refer to the ‘Canon XF Utility...

  • Page 12: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Introduction Names of Parts Operation panel (0 18) 19 18 17 16 Operation panel (0 18) 1 ZOOM SPEED switch for the handle zoom rocker 11 SET button (0 28) (0 76) 12 CANCEL button (0 28) 2 Side panel (0 48) 13 CUSTOM PICT.

  • Page 13: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Introduction Terminals (0 19) 1 Speaker (0 130) 2 SD card slot cover 3 SD card access indicator (0 39) 4 SD card slot (0 39) 5 PUSH button (0 52) 6 Focus mode ring (0 52) 7 Lens hood lock screw (0 30) 8 XLR terminals (CH1 and CH2) (0 89) 9 AUDIO IN switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 88, 90)
  • Page 14 Names of Parts Introduction 1 Remote sensor (0 36) 2 MIRROR button (0 32) 3 START/STOP button (0 44) 4 RESET button (0 182) 5 XLR terminal switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 90) 6 Instant AF sensor (0 56) 7 Front tally lamp (0 44) 8 Microphone cable clamp (0 89) 9 Microphone holder (0 89)
  • Page 15 Names of Parts Introduction Terminals (0 19) 1 LCD screen (0 33) 2 Viewfinder unit 3 Viewfinder (0 31, 33) 4 Dioptric adjustment lever (0 31) 5 RELEASE (viewfinder release) switch (0 191) 6 CF card slot cover switches for CF card slots A (top) and B (bottom) (0 37) 7 Battery compartment cover (0 22) 8 BATT.
  • Page 16 Names of Parts Introduction 4 5 6 7 Operation panel (0 18) 1 Accessory shoe For attaching accessories such as the optional VL-10Li II Battery Video Light. 2 Grip zoom rocker (0 75) 3 MAGN. (magnification) button (0 55)/Assignable button 6 (0 109) 4 START/STOP button (0 44) 5 U (review recording) button (0 100)/Assignable button 5 (0 109) 6 Handle socket for 0.64 cm (1/4") screws...
  • Page 17 Names of Parts Introduction 1 Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod Adapter (0 36) 2 Attachment screws for the tripod base (0 36) 3 Tripod socket (0 36) 4 Tripod base for tripods with 0.64 cm (1/4") screws (0 36)
  • Page 18 Names of Parts Introduction 1 PUSH AF button (0 57) Operation panel 2 FOCUS switch (0 53, 56) 3 IS (image stabilizer) button (0 59)/ Assignable button 1 (0 109) 4 PEAKING button (0 55) / Assignable button 2 (0 109) 5 ZEBRA button (0 78)/ Assignable button 3 (0 109) 6 WFM (waveform monitor) button (0 96)/...
  • Page 19 Names of Parts Introduction Terminals 1 DC IN terminal (0 24) 2 b HD/SD SDI terminal (0 144) 3 b GENLOCK terminal (0 86) 4 b TIME CODE terminal (0 87) 5 VIDEO 2 terminal (0 145) 6 W (headphone) terminal (0 93) 7 REMOTE terminal 8 HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 144) 9 HDMI OUT terminal (0 144)
  • Page 20 Names of Parts Introduction WL-D6000 Wireless Controller 1 START/STOP button (0 44) 2 ZOOM buttons (0 77) 3 F/O/E/A buttons 4 MENU button (0 28) 5 J/I (fast playback/reverse playback) buttons (0 129) 6 Z/Y (frame forward/reverse) buttons (0 129) 7 B (stop) button (0 127) 8 D (play/pause) button (0 127) 9 INDEX button (0 126)

  • Page 21: Preparations

    Preparations Preparing the Power Supply Preparations Preparations You can power the camcorder using a battery pack or directly using the Preparing the Power Supply 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 22 • To charge the battery pack, disconnect the DC cable from the compact power adapter. • The supplied BP-955 and optional BP-975 Battery Packs are not compatible with previous Canon camcorder models. Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to OFF ( ).
  • Page 23 Preparing the Power Supply Preparations 0-25% 26-50% 51-75% 76-100% When the camcorder is off and an Intelligent System-compatible battery pack is attached, press the BATT. INFO (battery information) button to display the remaining battery time and available recording time (displays for 5 seconds).
  • Page 24 Preparing the Power Supply Preparations Using a Household Power Outlet When Using the Supplied CA-930 Compact Power Adapter and DC-930 DC Cable: 1 Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to OFF ( ). 2 Connect the DC cable to the DC IN terminal on the camcorder ( ). 3 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into a power outlet ( ).

  • Page 25: Turning The Camcorder On And Off

    Preparing the Power Supply Preparations 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 d switch. To turn on the camcorder Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to CAMERA for mode or MEDIA for...

  • Page 26: Date, Time And Language Settings

    Date, Time and Language Settings Preparations Setting the Date and Time Date, Time and Language Settings 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 year selected.

  • Page 27: Displaying The Date And Time While Recording

    Date, Time and Language Settings Preparations 4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the time zone. 5 Press SET to set the time zone and then press the MENU button to close the menu. Displaying the Date and Time while Recording [M LCD/VF Setup] You can display the date and time in the lower left of the screen.

  • Page 28: Using The Menus

    Using the Menus Preparations mode, many of the camcorder’s functions can be adjusted from Using the Menus the menu for general settings, which opens after pressing the MENU button. In mode, press the MENU button to open the menu for general settings or SET to open the clip menu for clip operations.
  • Page 29 Using the Menus Preparations 4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the desired menu item. • If a submenu contains many menu items, a scroll bar will appear on the right side of the submenu indicating that you must scroll up or down to see other menu items.

  • Page 30: Preparing The Camcorder

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparations This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as Preparing the Camcorder attaching the lens hood, attaching/removing the eyecup, and adjusting the viewfinder and LCD screen. Attaching the Lens Hood Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and reduce the amount of stray light that may hit the lens.

  • Page 31: Dioptric Adjustment

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparations Detaching the Eye Cup Detach the eye cup as shown in the illustration. Dioptric Adjustment Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever. Attaching the Viewfinder Cap Pointing the viewfinder lens at the sun or other strong light sources may cause damage to internal components.

  • Page 32: Using The Lcd Panel

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparations Using the LCD Panel You can slide out the LCD panel to the left or right based on your preference and shooting situation. 1 Slide out the LCD panel. • To slide out the LCD panel to the left, push on the right side of the LCD panel.

  • Page 33: Adjusting The Viewfinder/Lcd Screen

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparations Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Screen [M LCD/VF Setup] You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness, and backlight of the viewfinder and LCD screen independently of each other. These [LCD Setup] adjustments will not affect your recordings. [VF Setup] Operating modes: [Brightness: 0]...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Grip Belt

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparations Adjusting the Grip Belt Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the grip zoom rocker with your index and middle fingers, and the START/STOP button with your thumb. IMPORTANT • Be careful not to drop the camcorder when adjusting the grip belt. Attaching a Shoulder Strap Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.

  • Page 35: Removing And Attaching The Terminal Covers

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparations Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers Remove the covers for the following terminals in order to access them. • HD/SD SDI terminal* • HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal • GENLOCK and TIME CODE terminals* • AV terminal •...

  • Page 36: Using A Tripod

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparations NOTES • You can also activate the wireless controller by setting an assignable button to [Wireless Controller] (0 109). Using the Wireless Controller to Operate the Camcorder When using the wireless controller, point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor.

  • Page 37: Preparing Recording Media

    * The camcorder can record custom picture settings and camera settings on to an SD card. To record a user memo with a clip, use the supplied Canon XF Utility software to a create user memo file and save it to the SD card. The camcorder can read the file and embed it in the clip.

  • Page 38: Checking The Status Of The Cf Card Slots

    Preparing Recording Media Preparations Checking the Status of the CF Card Slots You can check the status of the CF card slots immediately by looking at the CFj/CFl access indicator. Refer to the following table. Access indicator color CF card slot status Accessing CF card.

  • Page 39: Inserting And Removing An Sd Card

    Preparing Recording Media Preparations Inserting and Removing an SD Card 1 Turn off the camcorder ( ). 2 Open the SD card slot cover. 3 Insert the SD card straight, with the label facing the grip belt, all the way into the SD card slot until it clicks ( ). 4 Close the SD card slot cover ( ).

  • Page 40: Switching Between The Cf Card Slots

    Preparing Recording Media Preparations To initialize a CF card 3 Select [OK] and then press SET. 4 When the confirmation message appears, press SET. • The CF card is initialized and all the data it contains is erased. To initialize an SD card 3 Select [Complete] (complete initialization) or [Quick] (quick initialization) and then press SET.

  • Page 41: Selecting The Cf Card Recording Method

    Preparing Recording Media Preparations NOTES • If both CF card slots contain a CF card and you open the cover of the selected slot, the camcorder will automatically switch to the other slot. • You cannot use the SLOT SELECT button to switch between CF card slots while recording.

  • Page 42: Checking The Available Recording Time

    Preparing Recording Media Preparations Checking the Available Recording Time When the camcorder is in mode, the screen indicates which CF card slot is in use and the available recording time (in minutes*) that remains on each CF card. When the camcorder is in mode, the side panel indicates the available recording time.

  • Page 43: Recording

    Recording Recording Video Recording Recording This section explains the recording basics. Before you begin recording, Recording Video make a test recording first to check if the camcorder operates correctly. Record for approximately 6 minutes at 50 Mbps (0 51). Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 181).

  • Page 44: Recording

    - Do not disconnect the power source or turn off the camcorder. • Be sure to save your recordings regularly (0 148), especially after making important recordings. Canon shall not be liable for any loss or corruption of data. NOTES •...
  • Page 45 HD/SD SDI terminal, if you start or stop recording with the camcorder, the other device will also start or stop recording. For more details, visit your local Canon Web site. Recording in Full Auto Mode Move the FULL AUTO switch to ON to change the camcorder to full auto mode.

  • Page 46: Onscreen Displays

    Recording Video Recording 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 (0 123) to display or hide most of the screen displays. Such screen displays are denoted with an asterisk (*).
  • Page 47 Recording Video Recording 1 Remaining battery time* 20 Audio peak limiter (0 92) (0 49) 21 Image stabilizer* (0 59)/ 2 Double slot recording (0 41) Optical axis shift (0 107) 3 Recording operation* (0 49) 22 Magnification* (0 55) 4 Character recording* (0 122) 23 Shutter speed* (0 63) 5 Time code* (0 81)

  • Page 48: Side Panel Displays

    Recording Video Recording Side Panel Displays You can check the following information on the side panel even when the LCD panel is retracted. CF card status/ available recording time Time code Remaining setting battery time Time code Audio level meter NOTES •...
  • Page 49 Recording Video Recording 1 Remaining battery time • The icon shows a rough estimate of the remaining charge as a percentage of the full charge of the battery pack. The remaining recording/playback time of the battery pack is displayed, in minutes, next to the icon.

  • Page 50: Power Save Mode

    Recording Video Recording Power Save Mode Activate the power save mode to turn off the screen and reduce battery consumption. At the press of a button, the camcorder will immediately return to record pause mode. 1 Hold the POWER SAVE button pressed down for at least 2 seconds.

  • Page 51: Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution And Frame Rate

    Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution Recording and Frame Rate Video Configuration: 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. [J Other Functions] Operating modes: [Bit Rate/Resolution] 1 Open the [Bit Rate/Resolution] submenu to set the bit rate and [50 Mbps 1920x1080]...

  • Page 52: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the Focus Recording This camcorder features 4 methods for adjusting the focus. When you Adjusting the Focus use full manual focus or manual focus, you can use the peaking and magnification functions to help you focus more accurately. Full manual focus (FULL MF): Use the focus ring to adjust the focus. The focus ring is non-perpetual (the ring has physical stops) and you can use the ring’s distance indicator.

  • Page 53: Manual Focus Mode

    Adjusting the Focus Recording 3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus. • When you focus at full telephoto, the image will be in focus throughout the entire zoom range. NOTES • Using the subject distance display on the screen: - When the camcorder switches out of autofocus mode or when you adjust the focus with the focus ring, the approximate subject distance is displayed on the screen for approximately 3 seconds.

  • Page 54: Using The Focus Assistance Functions

    Adjusting the Focus Recording 2 Press the PUSH button (unlock focus mode ring button) on the focus mode ring and turn the ring toward AF/MF. 3 Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus. NOTES • When using full manual focus mode: - If you turn the focus ring too quickly, the camcorder may not be able to focus immediately.
  • Page 55 Adjusting the Focus Recording Peaking [M LCD/VF Setup] The camcorder offers two peaking levels. Select the level before activating peaking. [Select] 1 Open the [Select] submenu (under [Peaking]) to select the peaking (under [Peaking]) level. [M LCD/VF Setup] [Select] (under [Peaking]) [Peaking 1] 2 Select the desired level and then press SET.

  • Page 56: Autofocus Mode

    Adjusting the Focus Recording Autofocus Mode The camcorder uses the TTL autofocus system and continuously adjusts the focus on the subject in the center of the screen. The focusing range is 2 cm (at full wide-angle, measured from the front of the lens barrel) to f. During autofocus mode, you can turn the focus ring to focus manually.

  • Page 57: Push Af

    Adjusting the Focus Recording Push AF During manual focus mode or Normal AF mode, press the PUSH AF button and hold it pressed down. • The autofocus (Instant AF mode) is activated as long as you hold the PUSH AF button pressed down. You can also use the PUSH AF button on the optional ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller.

  • Page 58: Focus Limit And Macro Shooting

    Rec] is set to [Both], [Vertical] or [Horizontal]. • When a subject's face is detected, the camcorder adds an event marker to that frame. You can then use the supplied Canon XF Utility software to search for event marks in a clip.

  • Page 59: Image Stabilizer

    Image Stabilizer Recording Image Stabilizer Use the image stabilizer to compensate for camcorder shake in order to achieve steadier shots. There are 3 methods of image stabilization; select [l Camera Setup] the method that best suits your needs. [Image Stabilizer] Operating modes: [Standard] 1 Open the [Image Stabilizer] submenu.

  • Page 60: Gain

    Gain Recording The gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending Gain on the lighting and shooting conditions. You can select automatic or manual gain control. Operating modes: Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Automatically adjusts the gain based on the subject’s brightness. Set the AGC switch to ON.

  • Page 61: Manual Gain Control

    Gain Recording Manual Gain Control Set the AGC switch to OFF to set the gain manually. You can select one of 3 preset gain levels (L: low, M: middle, H: high) to which you can independently assign gain values. You can also fine-tune the gain in 0.5 dB increments.
  • Page 62 Gain Recording Exposure Bar Exposure bar When the gain and aperture are set to manual and the shutter speed is not set to auto, the exposure bar will appear on the screen. The exposure bar indicates the approximate exposure adjustment within a range of +/- 2 EV.

  • Page 63: Shutter Speed

    Shutter Speed Recording Set the shutter speed based on the recording conditions. For example, Shutter Speed you may want to set slower shutter speeds in darker environments. The camcorder offers the following 6 modes. Operating modes: OFF: The camcorder uses a standard shutter speed based on the frame rate.

  • Page 64: Changing The Shutter Speed Mode

    Shutter Speed Recording Changing the Shutter Speed Mode 1 Set the SHUTTER switch to ON. • The shutter speed displayed on the bottom of the screen changes depending on the mode. For modes other than auto, the setting appears highlighted in orange. 2 Slide the SHUTTER switch toward SEL to change the mode.

  • Page 65: Flicker Reduction

    Shutter Speed Recording Flicker Reduction [l Camera Setup] You can reduce flicker caused by recording under fluorescent lamps. [Flicker Reduction] 1 Open the [Flicker Reduction] submenu. [l Camera Setup] [Flicker Reduction] [Off] 2 Select [Automatic] and then press SET.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Aperture

    Adjusting the Aperture Recording You can affect the brightness of your recordings or change the depth of Adjusting the Aperture field by adjusting the aperture. Increase the aperture value (F8 to F9.5) so that objects that are close and far away will be in focus. You can have the camcorder adjust the aperture automatically or you can manually adjust it to give you more control over your recording.

  • Page 67: Temporary Manual Aperture Control Override (Push Auto Iris)

    Adjusting the Aperture Recording • When you set the aperture value manually, it is not retained if you activate automatic aperture control (excluding full auto mode). The aperture value set automatically by the camcorder will be retained when you switch back to manual aperture control. •...

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Ae Level

    Adjusting the Aperture Recording Adjusting the AE Level [l Camera Setup] Use the AE shift control to adjust AE level in order to darken or lighten the image. You can select from 15 AE levels. [AE Shift] 1 Open the [AE Shift] submenu. [±0] [l Camera Setup] [AE Shift]...

  • Page 69: Using The Nd Filter

    Using the ND Filter Recording Using the ND Filter Using the ND filters allows you keep the aperture within an appropriate range when recording in bright surroundings*. * When recording in bright surroundings, the camcorder closes down the aperture. This may cause the picture to appear blurred depending on the zoom position. Using the ND filter or setting a faster shutter speed can reduce such blur.

  • Page 70: White Balance

    White Balance Recording The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the White Balance picture for accurate color display under different lighting conditions. There are 4 methods of setting the white balance. Auto white balance: The camcorder automatically adjusts the white balance to the optimal level.

  • Page 71: Preset White Balance

    White Balance Recording Preset White Balance The camcorder comes preset with outdoor (daylight: 5,600 K) and indoor (incandescent light: 3,200 K) settings. You can fine tune the setting after selecting it. 1 Set the AWB switch to OFF. 2 Set the WHITE BAL. switch to PRESET. 3 Open the [White Balance] submenu.

  • Page 72: Setting The Color Temperature

    White Balance Recording Setting the Color Temperature The following procedure allows you to specify the color temperature between 2,000 K and 15,000 K in 100 K increments. 1 Set the AWB switch to OFF. 2 Set the WHITE BAL. switch to PRESET. 3 Open the [White Balance] submenu.
  • Page 73 White Balance Recording Recording with a Custom White Balance 1 Set the AWB switch to OFF. 2 Set the WHITE BAL. switch to the desired custom setting, A or B. • The selected custom white balance setting is activated. NOTES •...

  • Page 74: Zooming

    Zooming Recording You can operate the zoom (up to 18x) using the zoom rocker on the side Zooming grip or the one on the handle. You can also use the zoom ring on the lens or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller. Operating modes: Selecting the Zoom Controls Set the ZOOM switch to the desired option.

  • Page 75: Using The Zoom Rockers, Wireless Controller Or Optional Remote Control

    Zooming Recording Using the Zoom Rockers, Wireless Controller or Optional Remote Control When you operate the zoom, a zoom indicator* will appear on the screen that shows the approximate zoom position. To use the zoom rockers, make sure to set the ZOOM switch to ROCKER in advance. * You can use the [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] [Zoom Indicator]...
  • Page 76 Zooming Recording Approximate zoom speeds (grip zoom rocker) [Speed Level] setting [Grip Rocker] [Constant Speed] setting setting [Slow] [Normal] [Fast] [1] (slowest) 5 min. 3 min. 1 min. [Constant] [16] (fastest) 4.5 sec. 2.5 sec. 1.8 sec.* [Variable] – 4.5 sec. to 5 min. 2.5 sec.
  • Page 77 Zooming Recording Approximate zoom speeds (handle zoom rocker) [Speed Level] setting [Handle Rocker H]/[Handle Rocker L] setting [Slow] [Normal] [Fast] [1] (slowest) 5 min. 3 min. 1 min. [16] (fastest) 4.5 sec. 2.5 sec. 1.8 sec.* * When the zoom speed is too fast (less than 2 seconds end-to-end), the camcorder will have more trouble focusing automatically while zooming.

  • Page 78: Onscreen Markers And Zebra Patterns

    Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Recording Using onscreen markers allows you to make sure your subject is correctly Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns 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 79: Displaying Zebra Patterns

    Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Recording 4 Select [Enable], select [On] and then press SET to enable the onscreen markers. • All of the selected onscreen markers will be displayed. • Select [Off] to turn off all onscreen markers. Options [Center]: Displays a small marker that indicates the center of the screen.
  • Page 80 Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Recording 4 Select a zebra level and then press SET. 5 Press the ZEBRA button to activate the selected zebra pattern. • You can also select [Zebra], select [On] and then press SET. NOTES • You can use the [M LCD/VF Setup] [HD Output] setting (0 168) to display the zebra pattern on an external monitor connected to the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only), HDMI OUT terminal or HD/SD...

  • Page 81: Setting The Time Code

    Setting the Time Code Recording The camcorder can generate a time code signal and embed it in your Setting the Time Code recordings. You can have the camcorder output the time code signal from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only) or TIME CODE terminal (b only;...

  • Page 82: Setting The Time Code

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

  • Page 83: Putting The Time Code Display On Hold

    Setting the Time Code Recording Putting the Time Code Display on Hold If you set an assignable button to [Time Code Hold] (0 109), you can 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 side panel.

  • Page 84: Setting The User Bit

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

  • Page 85: Synchronizing With An External Device

    b Synchronizing with an External Recording Device Using genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camcorder's b Synchronizing with an External Device 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 86: Using A Reference Video Signal (Genlock Synchronization)

    b Synchronizing with an External Recording Device Using a Reference Video Signal (Genlock Synchronization) When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal) is input through the GENLOCK terminal, the phases of the camcorder's V and H sync will automatically be synchronized to it. The phase difference between the external Genlock signal and the camcorder is initially set to 0.

  • Page 87: Time Code Signal Output

    b Synchronizing with an External Recording Device • If the external Genlock signal is incorrect or there is no input signal, the external time code that is recorded may be incorrect. • When an external time code signal is received, the camcorder’s own time code will be synchronized to it and the synchronization will be maintained even if you disconnect the cable from the TIME CODE terminal.

  • Page 88: Recording Audio

    Recording Audio Recording The camcorder features two-channel linear PCM audio recording and Recording Audio playback with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz. You can record audio using the built-in microphone, optional external microphone (XLR terminal) or line input (XLR terminal). You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2.

  • Page 89: Using An External Microphone Or Line Input

    Recording Audio Recording Selecting the Built-in Microphone’s Sensitivity [m Audio Setup] 1 Open the [Int. Mic Sensitivity] submenu. [m Audio Setup] [Audio Input] [Int. Mic Sensitivity] Audio Input] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET. Int. Mic Sensitivity] Options [Normal]: For recording audio under usual conditions.
  • Page 90 Recording Audio Recording Microphone lock screw Cable clamp XLR terminals Switching Between External Microphone and Line Input 1 Set the AUDIO IN switch of the desired channel to EXT. 2 Set the XLR terminal switch of the desired channel to LINE or MIC. •...
  • Page 91 Recording Audio Recording Options [CH1]: Records audio to each channel separately. Audio input into CH1 is recorded to channel 1, while audio input into CH2 is recorded to channel 2. [CH1/CH2]: Audio input into CH1 is recorded to both channels. Audio input into CH2 will not be recorded.

  • Page 92: Adjusting The Audio Level

    Recording Audio Recording Adjusting the Audio Level You can set the audio level to auto or manual for each channel. When both CH1 and CH2 are set to the built-in microphone (0 88), the settings for CH1 will automatically be applied to CH2. Automatic Audio Level Adjustment Set the e switch of the desired channel to A (automatic) to let the camcorder automatically adjust that channel’s audio level.

  • Page 93: Monitoring The Audio With Headphones

    Recording Audio Recording Monitoring the Audio with Headphones Connect headphones to the W (headphone) terminal to monitor the recorded audio. You can use the HEADPHONE +/- buttons to adjust the volume. NOTES • Use commercially available headphones with a cable no longer than 3 m.

  • Page 94: Using Metadata

    [User Memo] that is installed with the Canon XF Utility software (0 155). 1 Use Canon XF Utility to save a user memo to an SD card. • For details, refer to Managing User Memo Profiles in the Canon XF Utility Instruction Manual.

  • Page 95: Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal

    Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal Recording You can have the camcorder generate and record color bars and a 1 kHz Colors Bars/Audio Reference Signal audio reference signal and output them from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b only), HDMI OUT terminal, HD/SD COMPONENT OUT and W (headphone) terminal terminal , AV terminal, VIDEO 2 terminal...

  • Page 96: Video Scopes

    Video Scopes Recording The camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor or Video Scopes 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 97: Configuring The Vectorscope

    Video Scopes Recording Options [Line]: Sets the waveform monitor to line display mode. [Line+Spot]: The waveform of the area in the red frame is displayed in red on top of the [Line] mode waveform. [Field]: Sets the waveform monitor to field display mode. [RGB]: Functions like an RGB parade scope.
  • Page 98 Video Scopes Recording Options [Type 1]: The waveform that represents the focus of the entire picture is displayed in green. In addition, the waveform of the area in the three red frames is displayed in red on top of the previous waveform.

  • Page 99: Adding Shot Marks While Recording

    Adding Shot Marks while Recording Recording When recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a Adding Shot Marks while Recording “shot mark” (n). There are two types of shot marks, shot mark 1 (c) and shot mark 2 (d), and you can add either or both types to a single clip.

  • Page 100: Reviewing A Recording

    Reviewing a Recording Recording Reviewing a Recording When the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that was recorded. [J Other Functions] Operating modes: Rec Review] 1 Open the [Rec Review] submenu to set the review length. [Last 4 sec] [J Other Functions] [Rec Review]...

  • Page 101: Special Recording Modes

    Special Recording Modes Recording The camcorder features 4 special recording modes. 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 102: Special Recording Modes

    Special Recording Modes Recording Available Intervals* 1 sec 2 sec 3 sec 4 sec 5 sec 6 sec 7 sec 8 sec 9 sec 10 sec 15 sec 20 sec 30 sec 40 sec 50 sec 1 min 2 min 3 min 4 min 5 min...

  • Page 103: Frame Recording Mode

    Special Recording Modes Recording Frame Recording Mode Set the number of frames in advance. We recommend using the wireless controller or stabilizing the camcorder, for example, on a tripod. Sound is not recorded in this mode. Configuring Frame Recording Mode [J Other Functions] 1 Open the [Rec Frames] submenu.

  • Page 104: Slow & Fast Motion Mode

    Special Recording Modes Recording • The time code advances by the number of frames recorded. If the running mode of the time code (0 81) is set to [Free Run] or the time code is input from an external source (b only), the running mode will switch to [Rec Run] during special recording mode.
  • Page 105 Special Recording Modes Recording 3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. • The camcorder automatically records at the set frame rate. • The tally lamps illuminate. • [S&F STBY] changes to [N S&F REC] while recording. 4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording. •...

  • Page 106: Pre-Recording Mode

    Special Recording Modes Recording Pre-recording Mode [J 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 the button.

  • Page 107: Optical Axis Shift

    Optical Axis Shift Recording This function aids in a dual camera setup for 3D recording by allowing you Optical Axis Shift to adjust the position of the image stabilization lens. Operating modes: 1 Open the [Enable] submenu to activate optical axis shift. [l Camera Setup] [l Camera Setup] [Axis Shift]...

  • Page 108: Using The Focal Length Guide

    Using the Focal Length Guide Recording The focal length guide aids you when using two camcorders for 3D Using the Focal Length Guide recording. The guide appears as a numerical value and has a range of 195 steps. You can set the guide to 0 at any point in the zoom range to help precisely calibrate both camcorders.

  • Page 109: Customization

    Customization Assignable Buttons Customization Customization The camcorder conveniently features 13* buttons to which you can Assignable Buttons assign various functions. By assigning often-used functions, you can quickly access them with a single press of a button. * In mode, only assignable buttons 1 to 7 are available. Operating modes: Changing the Assigned Function [J Other Functions]...

  • Page 110: Using An Assignable Button

    Assignable Buttons Customization Using an Assignable Button After you assign a function to one of the buttons, press the button to activate the function. For some functions, an options menu may appear. In such case, select the desired option and then press SET. Assignable Functions Functions can be set separately in mode and...

  • Page 111: Custom Picture Settings

    20 custom picture files on an SD card. Custom picture files can be copied between the camcorder and recording media. Custom preset files created with previous Canon camcorders are not compatible with this camcorder. Custom picture files created with this camcorder are compatible with only the XF305 and XF300.

  • Page 112: Editing A Custom Picture File's Settings

    Custom Picture Settings Customization Preset Custom Picture Files By default, the custom picture files in the camcorder in file slots [C7] to [C9] are protected. Remove the protection (0 113) to edit the file. The following describes when to use the preset files. [C7 VIDEO.C]: For playing back video on consumer flat-panel displays.

  • Page 113: Protecting Custom Picture Files

    Custom Picture Settings Customization Protecting Custom Picture Files [I X Edit File] Protecting a custom picture file prevents its settings from being accidentally changed. [Protect] 1 After selecting a file, open the [Protect] submenu. [I X Edit File] [Protect] 2 Select [Protect] and then press SET. •...

  • Page 114: Embedding Custom Picture Settings In A Recording

    Custom Picture Settings Customization Copying a File from an SD Card to the Camcorder [H X Transfer File] 1 After selecting a file on the SD card, open the [Copy To Cam.] submenu. [Copy To Cam.] [H X Transfer File] [Copy To Cam.] 2 Select the file slot under which to save the file and then press SET.

  • Page 115: Available Custom Picture Settings

    Custom Picture Settings Customization Available Custom Picture Settings The following are the available settings. Even if no custom picture file is selected, the default settings are still applied to the picture. Gamma The gamma curve changes the overall look of the image. (Default: [Normal 1]).
  • Page 116 Custom Picture Settings Customization Black Gamma Controls the lower part of the gamma curve (dark areas of the image). [Level]: Raises or lowers the lower part of the gamma curve. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50. (Default: 0) [Range]: Selects the range in which dark areas are affected.
  • Page 117 Custom Picture Settings Customization Knee Slope Knee Point Input Input Sharpness Sets the sharpness of the output and recording signal. [Level]: Sets the sharpness level. This setting can be adjusted from -10 to 50. (Default: 0) [H Detail Freq.]: Sets the center frequency of horizontal sharpness. Setting higher values increases the frequency, which, in turn, increases the sharpness.
  • Page 118 Custom Picture Settings Customization [Select]: In addition to the sharpness set by [Level], [Select] sets the sharpness for areas with higher frequencies. Higher values apply more sharpness to areas with higher frequencies. Use this for subjects in which normal sharpening is not effective. This setting is not available when the resolution is 720P.
  • Page 119 Custom Picture Settings Customization [Y Level]: Adjusts the brightness for detection of skin tones. This setting can be adjusted from 0 to 31. (Default: 16) Selective Noise Reduction The camcorder detects the characteristics of a certain color or tone and applies a noise reduction filter to the targeted areas.
  • Page 120 Custom Picture Settings Customization White Balance Adjusts the amount of white balance throughout the whole image. [R Gain]: Adjust the intensity of red tones. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50. (Default: 0) [G Gain]: Adjust the intensity of green tones. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50.
  • Page 121 Custom Picture Settings Customization 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. This setting can be adjusted from -50 to 50. (Default: 0) [Press]: Compresses the dynamic range of the video signal so that it does not exceed 100%.

  • Page 122: Customizing Functions And Onscreen Displays

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

  • Page 123: Customizing Onscreen Displays

    Customizing Functions and Onscreen Customization Displays Customizing Onscreen Displays [M LCD/VF Setup] For details on which onscreen displays can be customized, refer to Onscreen Displays (0 46). For details on the setting options, refer to [Custom Display] [Custom Display] (0 169). Operating modes: 1 Open the [Custom Display] submenu.

  • Page 124: Saving And Loading Camera Settings

    Saving and Loading Camera Settings menus, you can save those settings on an SD card. You can load those settings at a later date or on another XF305 or XF300 camcorder so that you can use that camcorder in that same exact way.

  • Page 125: Playback

    Playback Playback Playback Playback This section explains how to play back clips recorded on a CF card. For Playback details on playing back clips using an external monitor, refer to Connecting to an External Monitor (0 143). For details on viewing photos on the SD card, refer to Viewing Photos (0 159).

  • Page 126: Playback Playback

    Playback Playback 1 Currently selected CF card 9 Clip name (0 45) slot (0 40) 10 Embedded custom picture file 2 Clip thumbnail (0 140) (0 111) 3 Relay recording: Appears 11 Bit rate and resolution (0 51) when a clip begins on one CF 12 Frame rate card and continues on the 13 Total recording time...

  • Page 127: Playing Back Clips

    Playback Playback Playing Back Clips You can play back clips from the clip index screen, [e Mark] index screen and [Z Mark] index screen. Use the playback control buttons on the handle. 1 Move the orange selection frame to the clip you want to play back.
  • Page 128 Playback Playback 1 Remaining battery time 10 Output displays (0 169) (0 49) 11 Wireless controller (0 35) 2 Playback operation 12 User bit (0 84) 3 Selected CF card 13 Audio output channel 4 Relay recording (0 147) 5 Time code (0 81) 14 Audio level meter (0 168) 15 e mark/Z mark (0 133) 6 Clip number / Total number of...

  • Page 129: Playback Controls

    Playback Playback Playback Controls When you play back a clip, operate the buttons on the handle or the wireless controller to use fast playback, play back frame-by-frame or skip clips. Refer to the following table. Available Playback Types Playback type Operation Camcorder: Press the J or I button.

  • Page 130: Adjusting The Volume

    Playback Playback Adjusting the Volume During playback, audio will come from the monaural built-in speaker or headphones. When you connect headphones to the W (headphone) terminal, the built-in speaker will be muted. Adjusting the Headphone Volume Press the HEADPHONE +/- buttons to adjust the volume. Adjusting the Built-in Speaker Volume [m Audio Setup] 1 Open the [Speaker Volume] submenu.

  • Page 131: Clip Operations

    Clip Operations Playback Besides playing back a clip, you can perform other operations such as Clip Operations 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 [J Other Functions] menu to perform some of the operations on all the clips.

  • Page 132: Using The Clip Menu

    Clip Operations Playback 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 133: Adding E Marks Or Z Marks

    Clip Operations Playback Displaying the User Memo When displaying the [Clip Info] screen of a clip that has an embedded user memo, push the joystick up or turn the SELECT dial up to display it. Push the joystick down or turn the SELECT dial down to return to the [Clip Info] screen.

  • Page 134: Deleting E Marks Or Z Marks

    Clip Operations Playback Deleting e Marks or Z Marks Deleting an e Mark or Z Mark from a Clip 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu. 2 Select [Delete e Mark] or [Delete Z Mark] and then press SET. •...
  • Page 135 Clip Operations Playback Copying All Clips [J Other Functions] 1 Open the [Copy All Clips] submenu. [J Other Functions] [Clips] [Copy All Clips] [Clips] 2 Select [OK] and then press SET. • All of the clips on the selected CF card will be copied to the other CF [Copy All Clips] card.

  • Page 136: Deleting Clips

    Clip Operations Playback Deleting Clips You can delete any clip except those with an e mark. To delete such clips, delete the e mark beforehand. Deleting a Single Clip 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu. 2 Select [Delete Clip] and then press SET.

  • Page 137: Copying A Custom Picture File Embedded In A Clip

    Clip Operations Playback Copying a Custom Picture File Embedded in a Clip You can copy the custom picture file embedded in a clip to the camcorder. 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu. 2 Select [Copy X File] and then press SET.

  • Page 138: Displaying A Frame Index Screen Of A Single Clip

    Clip Operations Playback Time code of the frame with the shot mark NOTES • After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Shot Mark] index screen will appear. 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.

  • Page 139: Adding Or Deleting Shot Marks From An Index Screen

    Clip Operations Playback NOTES • After you finish playing back a clip from this index screen, the index screen that was open before the [Expand Clip] index screen will appear. Adding or Deleting Shot Marks from an Index Screen From the [Shot Mark] index screen or [Expand Clip] index screen, you can add/delete a shot mark to/from a frame.

  • Page 140: Changing A Clip's Thumbnail

    Clip Operations Playback • There may be up to a 0.5 second delay from when you press the button to when the camcorder adds the shot mark. Changing a Clip’s Thumbnail You can change the thumbnail that appears in the clip index screen to a thumbnail of a frame that appears in the [Shot Mark] index screen or [Expand Clip] index screen.

  • Page 141: External Connections

    External Connections Video Output Configuration External Connections External Connections The video signal output from the HD/SD SDI (b only), HDMI OUT Video Output Configuration and HD/SD COMPONENT 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 142: Video Output Configuration

    Video Output Configuration External Connections NOTES • b When the camcorder is connected via HDMI OUT terminal to an external monitor, the video signal output from the HD/SD SDI terminal will be the same as that from the HDMI OUT terminal. SD Output [N Video Setup] When HD video (16:9 aspect ratio) is converted and output as SD video...

  • Page 143: Connecting To An External Monitor

    Connecting to an External Monitor External Connections When you connect the camcorder to an external monitor for recording or Connecting to an External Monitor playback, use the terminal on camcorder that matches the one you wish to use on the monitor. Then, select the video signal output configuration (0 141).

  • Page 144: B Using The Hd/Sd Sdi Terminal

    Connecting to an External Monitor External Connections b Using the HD/SD SDI Terminal [N 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.

  • Page 145: Using The Av Or Video 2 Terminal

    Connecting to an External Monitor External Connections NOTES • If necessary, you can superimpose the onscreen displays on the video displayed on the external monitor (0 145). Using the AV or VIDEO 2 Terminal When you output video from the AV terminal or VIDEO 2 terminal, the video signal is converted to an analog SD composite video signal.

  • Page 146: Audio Output

    Audio Output External Connections The camcorder can output audio from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b Audio Output only), HDMI OUT terminal, AV terminal or W (headphone) terminal. When audio is output from the AV terminal or W (headphone) terminal, you can configure settings such as the output channel.

  • Page 147: Selecting The Audio Channel

    Audio Output External Connections Selecting the Audio Channel [m Audio Setup] You can select the audio channel that is output from the AV terminal or W (headphone) terminal. [Audio Output] Operating modes: [Channel] 1 Open the [Channel] submenu. [CH1/CH2] [m Audio Setup] [Audio Output] [Channel] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

  • Page 148: System Requirements

    - Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access (for computers running Windows or Mac OS) - Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro (for computers running Mac OS) The instruction manual for each module provides more details. Refer to Viewing the Software Instruction Manuals (0 155) for details on accessing the manuals.
  • Page 149 Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility (Windows) Installing Canon XF Utility Perform the following procedure to install the Canon XF Utility software. Note that the language displayed during installation will be in English, French, Italian, German or Spanish but the rest of the application’s menus and messages will be in English only.
  • Page 150 Saving Clips to a Computer External Connections 3 Select the language to be displayed during installation. 4 Select an installation method and then click [OK]. • If you selected the [Easy Installation] installation method, skip to step 7. 5 Select the software to install and the destination folder. Then, click [Next].
  • Page 151 1 In the Control Panel, open [Programs and Features]* (Windows Vista/ Windows 7) or [Add or Remove Programs] (Windows XP). • A list of installed programs appears. 2 Select [Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access]. 3 Click [Uninstall]/[Uninstall/Change] (Windows Vista/Windows 7) or [Change/Remove] (Windows XP).
  • Page 152 Installing and Uninstalling Canon XF Utility (Mac OS) Installing Canon XF Utility 1 Insert the Canon XF Utilities CD-ROM into the computer. • The Canon XF Utility icon appears on the desktop. 2 Double-click the icon and then double-click [XFInstaller].

  • Page 153: Saving Clips To A Computer

    Saving Clips to a Computer External Connections 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 154 MVP_CanonXF.avx Uninstalling Canon XF MPEG2 Decoder Move the following file to [Trash]. /Library/QuickTime/XFMpeg2Dec.component Uninstalling the Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro Instructions 1 From [Applications], open [Canon Utilities]. 2 Move [Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro] to [Trash].

  • Page 155: Viewing The Software Instruction Manuals

    [Canon XF Utility] [Manual]. 2 Open the folder of the language and double-click the PDF file. You can also view the instruction manual by starting the Canon XF Utility software and then selecting [Help] [View instruction manual]. Viewing the Plugin Instructions...
  • Page 156 Saving Clips to a Computer External Connections...

  • Page 157: Taking Photos In Camera Mode

    Photos Taking Photos Photos Photos You can take photos when the camcorder is in mode or you can Taking Photos 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*.

  • Page 158: Taking Photos

    Taking Photos Photos Capturing Photos in MEDIA Mode You can capture a photo from a clip during playback pause. To capture a photo, set an assignable button to [Photo] first or use the wireless controller. Operating modes: 1 Set an assignable button to [Photo] (0 109). •...

  • Page 159: Displaying The [Photos] Index Screen

    Photo Playback Photos You can view the photos that you took with the camcorder. Photo Playback Operating modes: Displaying the [Photos] Index Screen Display the [Photos] index screen to view photos. 1 Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to MEDIA.

  • Page 160: Photo Operations

    Photo Operations Photos You can use the photo menu to protect or unprotect a photo, delete a Photo Operations 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 161: Protecting Photos

    Photo Operations Photos 5 Select [OK] and then press SET. • Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation. • The selected photo is deleted. • If a custom picture file is embedded in the photo, it is also deleted. 6 When the confirmation message appears, press SET. Deleting All Photos [J Other Functions] 1 Open the [Delete All Photos] submenu.

  • Page 162: Copying Custom Picture Files

    Photo Operations Photos Protecting a Photo from the Index Screen 1 Open the [Photos] Index Screen • Refer to Viewing Photos (0 159). 2 Move the orange selection frame to the photo to be protected. 3 Press SET to open the photo menu. 4 Select [Protect] and then press SET.

  • Page 163: Photo Numbering

    Photo Operations Photos Copying a File from the Index Screen 1 Open the [Photos] Index Screen. • Refer to Viewing Photos (0 159). 2 Move the orange selection frame to the photo with the custom picture file to be copied. 3 Press SET to open the photo menu.
  • Page 164 Photo Operations Photos NOTES • If you select [Continu.] and the SD card you insert already contains a photo with a larger number, a new photo will be assigned a number one higher than that of the last photo on the SD card. •...

  • Page 165: Additional Information

    Additional Information Menu Options Additional Information Additional Information Menu Options For details about how to select an item, refer to Using the Menus (0 28). 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 166 Menu Options Additional Information Menu item Submenu Setting options [Zoom] [Speed Level] [Fast], [Normal], [Slow] [Grip Rocker] [Constant], [Variable] [Constant Speed] 1-16 (8) [Handle Rocker H] 1-16 (16) [Handle Rocker L] 1-16 (8) [Wireless Controller] 1-16 (8) [Focal Length Guide] [Set To 0], [Off] [Tele-converter] [On], [Off]...
  • Page 167 Menu Options Additional Information [m Audio Setup] menu Menu item Submenu Setting options [Audio Input] [XLR Rec Channel] [CH1], [CH1/CH2] – [Int. Mic Low Cut] [Off], [LC1], [LC2] – [Int. Mic Sensitivity] [Normal], [High] – [Int. Mic Att.] [On], [Off] –...
  • Page 168 Menu Options Additional Information [M LCD/VF Setup] menu Menu item Submenu Setting options [LCD Setup] [Brightness] -99 to 99 (0) [Contrast] -99 to 99 (0) [Color] -20 to 20 (0) [Sharpness] 1 to 4 (2) [Backlight] [Normal], [Bright] [VF Setup] [Brightness] -99 to 99 (0) [Contrast]...
  • Page 169 Menu Options Additional Information Menu item Submenu Setting options [Custom Display] [Remaining Battery] [Warning], [Normal], [Off] – – [Remaining Rec Time] [Warning], [Normal], [Off] – [Rec Mode] [On], [Off] – [Time Code] [On], [Off] – [Zoom Position] [Always On], [Normal], [Off] –...
  • Page 170 Menu Options Additional Information [Custom Display] settings [Remaining Battery]: Controls when the remaining battery indicator appears. [Normal]: Always appears on the screen. [Warning]: Appears only when there is a warning. [Remaining Rec Time]: Displays the remaining recording time. [Normal]: Always appears on the screen. [Warning]: Appears only when there is a warning.
  • Page 171 Menu Options Additional Information [Interval Counter]: Displays the countdown during interval recording mode when set to [On]. [SD Card Status]: Controls when the SD card status indicator appears. [Normal]: Always appears on the screen. [Warning]: Appears only when there is a warning. [Bit rate/Resolution]: Displays the bit rate and resolution when set to [On].
  • Page 172 Menu Options Additional Information Menu item Submenu Setting options [WFM (LCD)] [Setting] [WFM], [VS], [Edge Mon.], [Off] – [Setting] [WFM], [VS], [Off] – [Waveform Monitor] [Line], [Line+Spot], [Field], [RGB], [YPbPr] [Gain] [1x], [2x] [Vectorscope] [Spot], [Normal] [Gain] [1x], [5x] [Edge Monitor] [Type 1], [Type 2] –...
  • Page 173 Menu Options Additional Information Menu item Submenu Setting options [SDI Rec Command] (b only) [On], [Off] – – [Photo Numbering] [Reset], [Continu.] [Add X File] [To Clip] [On], [Off] – [To Photo] [On], [Off] [Delete All Photos] [OK], [Cancel] – [Custom Function] [Shockless Gain] [Fast], [Normal], [Slow], [Off]...
  • Page 174 Menu Options Additional Information [Number Setting]: Determines the last 4 digits of the clip name. Combined with the [Title Prefix] setting, this constitutes the 6-character clip name. Select [Set] to assign a desired number to the first clip you record or select [Reset] to reset the number to [0001].

  • Page 175: Displaying The Status Screens

    Displaying the Status Screens Additional Information Displaying the Status Screens You can use the status screens to check the camcorder’s various recording- and playback-related settings. You can also output the status screens on an external monitor. Operating modes: 1 Press the STATUS button. •...
  • Page 176 Displaying the Status Screens Additional Information [Camera] Status Screen mode) 1 Gain (0 60) 7 Flicker reduction (0 65) 2 Gain limit (0 60) 8 Focus limit (0 58) 3 Autofocus mode (0 56) 9 Face AF (0 57) 4 Grip zoom rocker setting (0 75) 10 Zoom speed level (0 75) 5 Zoom speed of handle zoom rocker (0 76) 11 Zoom speed of grip zoom rocker (0 75)
  • Page 177 Displaying the Status Screens Additional Information [Audio] Status Screen mode mode 1 Built-in microphone low-cut filter (0 88) 7 Audio output level of the AV terminal (0 147) 2 Built-in microphone sensitivity (0 89) 8 Built-in microphone attenuator (0 89) 3 XLR terminal recording channel (0 90) 9 Linking recording levels of XLR terminals (0 92) 4 External microphone sensitivity (0 91)
  • Page 178 Displaying the Status Screens Additional Information NOTES • Depending on the recording media, the total space displayed on the screen may differ from the capacity listed on the CF card or SD card. [Video] Status Screen 1 HDMI OUT terminal status 5 Superimposing onscreen displays to SD output 2 HD/SD SDI terminal output setting (b only, (0 145)
  • Page 179 Displaying the Status Screens Additional Information [Battery / Hour Meter] Status Screen 1 Remaining recording time 4 Total operation time (0 174) 2 Remaining recording time indicator 5 Operation time since using [Reset Hour Meter] 3 Battery life indicator (0 174) [X Data 1/3] Status Screen mode) 1 Custom picture file name (0 111)
  • Page 180 Displaying the Status Screens Additional Information [X Data 2/3] Status Screen mode) 1 Sharpness settings (level, horizontal detail 4 Coring settings (level, offset, curve and depth) frequency, horizontal/vertical detail balance, and (0 117) limit) (0 117) 5 Noise reduction (0 118) 2 Sharpness settings (select, knee aperture gain and 6 Color matrix settings (select, gain and phase) slope) (0 117)

  • Page 181: Power Source

    Troubleshooting Additional Information 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 182: Picture And Sound

    - There is not enough available space on the CF card. Delete some clips (0 136) to free some space or replace the CF card. - A system error has occurred. Turn off the camcorder and back on again. If this does not solve the problem, consult a Canon Service Center. The tally lamps flash slowly. (1 flash per second) - The combined available space on both CF cards is low.
  • Page 183 Troubleshooting Additional Information • Use the [Other Functions] [Reset All Settings] function. This resets all the camcorder’s settings to default values except for the hour meter. Video noise appears on screen. - Keep a distance between the camcorder and devices that emit strong electromagnetic fields (plasma TVs, cellular phones, etc.).

  • Page 184: List Of Messages

    - The file control information is corrupted or there was a decoder error. Turn off the camcorder and back on again. If this does not solve the problem, consult a Canon Service Center. • Corrupted file control information cannot be recovered. CF cards or clips with corrupt file control information cannot be read by the supplied Canon XF Utility or plugins.
  • Page 185 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 186 Troubleshooting Additional Information Do not disconnect the USB cable or the power source until you safely end the connection from the computer. Cannot write data with this connection. To write data to the camcorder, connect the compact power adapter then reconnect the camcorder and computer.

  • Page 187: Troubleshooting

    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 188: Battery Pack

    Handling Precautions Additional Information Handling Precautions Camcorder Be sure to observe the following precautions to ensure maximum performance. • Do not carry the camcorder by the LCD panel. Be careful when closing the LCD panel. • Do not leave the camcorder in places subject to high temperatures (like the inside of a car parked under direct sunlight), or high humidity.

  • Page 189: 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. • Do not touch or expose the terminals to dust or dirt.

  • Page 190: Lithium Button Battery

    Handling Precautions Additional Information • SD cards: SD cards have a physical switch to prevent writing on the card so as to avoid the accidental erasure of the card’s content. To write-protect the SD card, set the switch to the LOCK position. LOCK switch Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to keep the date/time and other settings.
  • Page 191 Maintenance/Others Additional Information 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 and Instant AF Sensor • If the lens surface or Instant AF sensor is dirty, autofocus may not work properly. •...

  • Page 192: 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 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. Consult a Canon Service Center for information on plug adapters for overseas use.

  • Page 193: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Additional Information Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder. The availability differs from area to area. BP-955, BP-975, CA-930, CA-920 DC-920 DC Coupler DC-930 DC Cable BP-950G, BP-970G Compact Power Battery Pack Adapter CB-920 Car Battery TA-100 Tripod Adapter TB-1 Tripod Adapter SBR-1000 Shooting...
  • Page 194 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 195 Optional Accessories Additional Information Bit rate Usage time BP-955 BP-975 BP-950G BP-970G 50 Mbps Recording (maximum) Viewfinder 295 min. 450 min. 310 min. 435 min. LCD screen 285 min. 430 min. 295 min. 405 min. Recording (typical)* Viewfinder 195 min. 280 min.
  • Page 196 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 197 Specifications Additional Information Specifications XF305 / XF300 System • Recording System Movies: Video compression: MPEG-2 Long GOP; Audio compression: Linear PCM, 16 bits, 48 kHz, 2 channels File type: MXF Photos: Image compression: JPEG DCF (Design rule for Camera File system), compatible with Exif Ver. 2.2 and with DPOF •...
  • Page 198 Specifications Additional Information • Iris: Auto or manual setting • Gain: Auto (AGC) or manual (-6.0 dB to 33.0 dB, fine-tuning available) • Shutter speed: Auto, speed, angle, clear scan or slow shutter mode, off; 1/3 sec to 1/2000 • Minimum Illumination: 0.06 lux (FULL AUTO switch is OFF, [Frame Rate] at [50i], gain at 33 dB, shutter speed at 1/3) •...
  • Page 199 Specifications Additional Information • b TIME CODE Terminal BNC jack Input: 0.5 V – 18 Vp-p/10 kΩ Output: 1 Vp-p/75 Ω • REMOTE Terminal ∅ 2.5 mm stereo mini-jack • USB Terminal mini-B, USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed USB) Power/Others • Power supply (rated) 7.4 V DC (battery pack), 8.4 V DC (DC IN) •...
  • Page 200 Specifications Additional Information BP-955 Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System • Rated voltage 7.4 V DC • Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C • Battery capacity Typical: 5,200 mAh Minimum: 37 Wh / 4,900 mAh •...
  • Page 201 Index Custom picture ......111 Custom picture settings ....115 Abroad, using the camcorder .
  • Page 202 Index screens Photos Changing clip thumbnail ... .140 Copying custom picture files ..162 Clips ......125 Deleting .
  • Page 203 Terminal covers ......35 Time code ......81 Waveform monitor .
  • Page 204 Tel: +852 3191 2333, Fax: +852 2428 3963 Canon Latin America, Inc. Sales & Enquiries: 703 Waterford Way, Suite 400, Miami, FL 33126 USA Visit your local Canon Web site to download the latest version of this Instruction Manual. 0141W413 © CANON INC. 2011 PUB. DIE-0356-000E...

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