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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    PUB. DIM-0972-001A HD Camcorder English Instruction Manual Caméscope HD Français Manuel d'instruction Videocámara HD Español Manual de Instrucciones...

  • Page 2: Important Usage Instructions

    Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. HD Camcorder, XF105 A / XF100 A Systems. the equipment off and on, the user is This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC encouraged to try to correct the interference by Rules.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    In these safety instructions the word “product” refers provided for your safety. If the provided plug does to the Canon HD Camcorder XF105 A / XF100 A and not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for all its accessories.
  • Page 4 Trademark Acknowledgements • SD and SDHC Logos are trademarks of SD-3C, LLC. • CompactFlash is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. • The Logo is a trademark of CompactFlash Association. • Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 5 Highlights of the XF105/XF100 The Canon XF105/XF100 HD Camcorder has been designed with quality and functionality at the forefront while maintaining a compact size. The following are just some of the many features that will help turn your creative vision into reality.
  • Page 6 3D shooting. 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 XF105/XF100 camcorders in order to use them in the same way.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction 10 3. Recording 40 About this Manual 10 Recording Video 40 Conventions Used in this Manual 10 Preparing to Record 40 Recording 40 Supplied Accessories 12 Names of Parts 13 Onscreen Displays 43 Power Save Mode 45 2.
  • Page 8 Setting the Time Code 71 4. Customization 98 Selecting the Running Mode 71 Assignable Buttons 98 Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame 72 Changing the Assigned Function 98 Putting the Time Code Display on Hold 72 Using an Assignable Button 98 Setting the User Bit 74 Custom Picture Settings 100 b Synchronizing with an External...
  • Page 9 Selecting the Audio Channel 130 Selecting the Output Level of the AV Terminal 131 Saving Clips to a Computer 132 Saving MXF Clips 132 Installing Canon XF Utility (Windows) 132 Installing Canon XF Utility (Mac OS) 133 Viewing the Software Instruction Manuals 135...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Introduction About this Manual Thank you for purchasing the Canon XF105/XF100. 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 (0 160). Conventions Used in this Manual •...

  • Page 11: Operating Modes

    About this Manual 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 12: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied Accessories Supplied Accessories The following accessories are supplied with the camcorder. CA-930 Compact Power Adapter Microphone holder unit BP-925 Battery Pack DC-930 DC Cable (incl. power cord) (incl. terminal cover) CTC-100/S Component Lens Hood Lens Cap WL-D6000 Wireless Controller Cable (incl.

  • Page 13: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Names of Parts Operation panel (0 19) Operation panel (0 19) 10 S (white balance adjustment) button (0 62) 1 CF card slot covers for CF card slot A (CFj) and CF card slot B (CFl) 11 WB (white balance) button (0 61) 2 CF card slots A (CFj) and B (CFl) (0 35) 12 CAMERA switch (0 42) 3 CF card release buttons (0 36)
  • Page 14 Names of Parts Terminals (0 20) 1 REMOTE terminal 2 SD card access indicator (0 37) 3 SD card slot (0 37) 4 SD card slot cover 5 MIC (microphone) terminal (0 78) 6 XLR terminals (CH1 and CH2) (0 79) 7 Lens hood lock screw (0 30) 8 b HD/SD SDI terminal (0 128) 9 b GENLOCK terminal (0 75) / TC (time code) terminal (0 75)
  • Page 15 Names of Parts 1 Built-in microphone (0 78) 2 Built-in speaker (0 116) 3 Strap mount (0 32) 4 CUSTOM (customizable) button (0 47) 5 INFRARED switch (0 94) 6 Instant AF sensor (0 50) 7 Remote sensor (0 34) 8 Infrared light (0 94) 9 Microphone cable clamp (0 79) 10 Microphone holder unit (0 79)
  • Page 16 Names of Parts Terminals (0 20) 1 Viewfinder (0 30, 31) 2 Dioptric adjustment lever (0 30) 3 BATT. RELEASE (battery release) key (0 23) 4 START/STOP button (0 40) 5 Strap mount (0 32) 6 WFM (waveform monitor) button (0 85)/Assignable button 3 (0 98) 7 ZEBRA button (0 69)/Assignable button 2 (0 98) 8 CANCEL button (0 28) 9 Joystick (0 28)/SET button (0 28)
  • Page 17 Names of Parts 3 4 5 1 Front tally lamp (0 40) 2 Accessory shoe For attaching accessories such as the optional VL-10Li II Battery Video Light. 3 Rear tally lamp (0 40) 4 START/STOP lock lever (0 41) 5 START/STOP button (0 40) 6 Handle socket for 1/4"...
  • Page 18 Names of Parts 1 Attachment sockets for the optional TA-100 Tripod Adapter (0 34) 2 Attachment screws for a tripod base (0 34) 3 Tripod socket (0 34) 4 Tripod base for tripods with 1/4" screws (0 34)
  • Page 19 Names of Parts 1 Audio level switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 82) Operation panel 2 XLR terminal switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 80) 3 AUDIO IN switches for CH1 and CH2 (0 78, 80) 4 D (play/pause) button (0 113)/ Assignable button 6 (0 98) Operation panel 5 I (fast playback) button (0 115)/...
  • Page 20 Names of Parts 1 HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal (0 128) Terminals 2 USB terminal 3 HDMI OUT terminal (0 128) 4 W (headphone) terminal (0 82) 5 AV terminal (0 129) Terminals 6 DC IN terminal (0 24)
  • Page 21 Names of Parts WL-D6000 Wireless Controller 1 START/STOP button (0 40) 2 ZOOM buttons (0 66) 3 F/O/E/A buttons 4 MENU button (0 28) 5 J/I (fast playback/reverse playback) buttons (0 115) 6 Z/Y (frame forward/reverse) buttons (0 115) 7 B (stop) button (0 113) 8 D (play/pause) button (0 113) 9 INDEX button (0 113) 10 SET button (0 28)

  • Page 22: 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 23 Preparing the Power Supply Attaching the Battery Pack 1 Move the d switch to OFF ( ). 2 Insert the battery pack all the way into the compartment and press gently until it clicks ( ). Removing the Battery Pack 1 Move the d switch to OFF.
  • Page 24 Preparing the Power Supply When the camcorder is off and an Intelligent System-compatible battery pack is attached, press the BATT. (battery information) button to display the remaining battery time and available recording time (displays for 5 seconds). Depending on the battery life, the battery information may not be displayed.

  • Page 25: Turning The Camcorder On And Off

    Preparing the Power Supply When Using the Optional CA-920 Compact Power Adapter and DC-920 DC Coupler: 1 Move the d switch to OFF ( ). 2 Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder ( ). 3 Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter and plug it into a power outlet ( ).

  • Page 26: 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 month selected. Operating modes: 1 Push the joystick up/down to change the month then move (A) to the day.

  • Page 27: Displaying The Date And Time While Recording

    Date, Time and Language Settings 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. [Custom Display 2] Operating modes: [Date/Time] 1 Press the MENU button. 2 Push the joystick up/down to select [M LCD/VF Setup].

  • Page 28: 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. 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 NOTES • Unavailable items may appear grayed out. • Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the menu. • When using the wireless controller, use the h, i, f, g and SET buttons in the same way as the camcorder’s joystick.

  • Page 30: Preparing The Camcorder

    Preparing the Camcorder Preparing the Camcorder This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching the lens hood, attaching the microphone holder unit, and adjusting the viewfinder and LCD screen. Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit Use the supplied screws to attach the microphone holder unit to the handle.

  • Page 31: Using The Lcd Panel

    Preparing the Camcorder Using the LCD Panel Open the LCD panel 90 degrees. • You can rotate the panel 90 degrees downward or 180 degrees toward the lens. NOTES • By default, the viewfinder screen is turned off while you use the LCD screen.

  • Page 32: Setting The Screen To Black & White

    Preparing the Camcorder Setting the Screen to Black & White [M LCD/VF Setup] The viewfinder and LCD screen display in color by default but you can set them to black & white. Even when the screen is black & white, onscreen [LCD/VF B&W] text and icons will still be displayed in color.

  • Page 33: Removing And Attaching The Terminal Covers

    Preparing the Camcorder Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers Remove the covers for the following terminals in order to access them. • HD/SD SDI and GENLOCK/TC terminals* • HD/SD COMPONENT OUT, USB and HDMI • W (headphone), AV and DC IN terminals OUT terminals •...

  • Page 34: Using A Tripod

    Preparing the Camcorder Using the Wireless Controller to Operate the Camcorder When using the wireless controller, point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor. When the wireless controller's buttons are operated, the camcorder's tally lamps will illuminate. NOTES • When you use the START/STOP button or ZOOM buttons on the wireless controller, you must press the record enable button simultaneously with the desired button.

  • Page 35: Preparing Recording Media

    * The camcorder can record custom picture settings (0 102) and camera settings (0 110) on to an SD card. To record a user memo (0 83) with a clip, use the Canon XF Utility software (0 132) 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 36: Checking The Status Of The Cf Card Slots

    Preparing Recording Media 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 37: Inserting And Removing An Sd Card

    Preparing Recording Media 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 38: Switching Between The Cf Card Slots

    Preparing Recording Media 4 Select [OK] and then press SET. • If you are using the [Complete] initialization option, press SET to cancel the operation while it is in progress. You can use the SD card but all data will be erased. 5 When the confirmation message appears, press SET.

  • Page 39: Checking The Available Recording Time

    Preparing Recording Media To use relay recording [J Other Functions] By default, this function is activated. If it has been deactivated, follow the procedure below to activate it. [Relay Rec] 1 Open the [Relay Rec] submenu. [On] [J Other Functions] [Relay Rec] 2 Select [On] and then press SET.

  • Page 40: 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 (0 46). Should the camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (0 160). For details on recording audio, refer to Recording Audio (0 78).
  • Page 41 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. • The area around the tripod base may become hot after using the camcorder for an extended period of time.
  • Page 42 Recording Video Recording in Full Auto Mode Move the CAMERA switch to FULL AUTO to change the camcorder to full auto mode. In full auto mode, the camcorder automatically sets the iris, gain, shutter speed, and white balance. The camcorder will continuously adjust the brightness and white balance automatically*.

  • Page 43: 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 (0 109) to display or hide most of the screen displays. Such screen displays are denoted with an asterisk (*).
  • Page 44 Recording Video NOTES • You can press the DISP. button to turn off most icons and displays. • When the A icon appears next to the white balance, aperture value, gain or shutter speed, it indicates that the setting is in auto mode. 1 Remaining battery time •...

  • Page 45: Power Save Mode

    Recording Video 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 46: Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution And Frame Rate

    Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate Video Configuration: Bit Rate, Resolution and Frame Rate Before you record, select the bit rate, resolution (frame size) and frame [J Other Functions] rate that best match your creative needs. Operating modes: [Bit Rate/Resolution] 1 Open the [Bit Rate/Resolution] submenu to set the bit rate and [50 Mbps 1920x1080]...

  • Page 47: Custom Button And Dial

    Custom Button and Dial Custom Button and Dial You can assign to the CUSTOM button and dial one of several frequently [J Other Functions] used functions. You can then adjust the selected function using the CUSTOM button and dial, without having to access the menu. The functions that can be assigned to the CUSTOM button differ [Custom Key/Dial] depending on whether the camcorder is in Infrared mode.

  • Page 48: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the Focus Adjusting the Focus This camcorder features the following two methods for adjusting the focus. Manual focus (MF): Use the manual ring to adjust the focus. You can use the peaking and magnification functions to help you focus more accurately. Autofocus (AF): The camcorder continuously adjusts the focus automatically.

  • Page 49: Using The Focus Assistance Functions

    Adjusting the Focus 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 manual ring, the approximate subject distance is displayed on the screen for approximately 3 seconds. - Use the subject distance display as an estimate;...

  • Page 50: Autofocus Mode

    Adjusting the Focus Magnification Press the MAGN. button. • i appears on the bottom of the screen and the center of the screen is magnified approximately 2 times*. • Press the button again to cancel the function. * The magnification that appears on the LCD screen and on the viewfinder screen is different.

  • Page 51: Detecting And Focusing On Faces

    Adjusting the Focus Options [Instant]: Sets the autofocus mode to Instant AF. The focus is adjusted at the highest speed. This mode is useful even when recording in very bright or low-light surroundings. This mode uses both the TTL system and external sensor for focusing.

  • Page 52: Focus Limit And Macro Shooting

    • When a subject’s face is detected, the camcorder adds an event mark to that frame. You can then use the Canon XF Utility software to search for event marks in a clip. • If you set an assignable button to [Face AF] (0 98) or set the CUSTOM button and dial to [Face AF] (0 47), you can press the button to toggle between [Face Pri.], [Face Only] and [Off].

  • Page 53: Image Stabilizer

    Image Stabilizer Image Stabilizer Use the image stabilizer to compensate for camcorder shake in order to [l Camera Setup] achieve steadier shots. There are 3 methods of image stabilization; select the method that best suits your needs. [OIS Functions] Dynamic IS P: Dynamic IS compensates for a higher degree of camcorder shake, such as when shooting while walking, and is more [Img Stab.] effective as the zoom approaches full wide angle.

  • Page 54: Gain

    Gain Gain The gain control adjusts the level of the video signal generated depending on the lighting and shooting conditions. You can select automatic or manual gain control. Operating modes: Automatic Gain Control (AGC) The camcorder automatically adjusts the gain based on the subject’s brightness. If manual gain control is activated, follow the procedure below to activate automatic gain control.

  • Page 55: Manual Gain Control

    Gain Manual Gain Control You can manually adjust the gain of the 3 preset gain levels (L: low, M: middle, H: high). Each level can be set independently. You can also fine-tune the gain in 0.5 dB increments. Assigning Gain Values [l Camera Setup] You can assign separate gain values to the L, M and H preset levels.

  • Page 56: 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 6 modes. Operating modes: Off: The camcorder uses a standard shutter speed based on the frame rate. Automatic ([Automatic]): The camcorder automatically adjusts the shutter speed based on the picture’s brightness.

  • Page 57: Changing The Shutter Speed Mode

    Shutter Speed Changing the Shutter Speed Mode [l Camera Setup] 1 Open the [Shutter] submenu. [l Camera Setup] [Shutter] [Shutter] 2 Select the desired mode and then press SET. [Automatic] 3 Close the menu and then press the SHUTTER button. •...
  • Page 58 Shutter Speed NOTES • When recording under artificial light sources such as fluorescent, mercury or halogen lamps, the screen may flicker depending on the shutter speed. You may be able to avoid flicker by setting the shutter mode to Speed and the shutter speed to a value matching the frequency of the local electrical system: 1/50* or 1/100 for 50 Hz systems, 1/60 or 1/120 for 60 Hz systems.

  • Page 59: 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. Increase the aperture value (F8) 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 60: Adjusting The Ae Level

    Adjusting the Aperture • 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 61: White Balance

    White Balance White Balance The camcorder uses an electronic white balance process to calibrate the 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. Preset white balance: Set the white balance to either [Daylight] or [Tungsten].

  • Page 62: Setting The Color Temperature

    White Balance 3 Close the menu and then press the WB button. • Press the button repeatedly until the icon of the desired setting appears in the lower left of the screen. Options [Daylight] H: Suitable for recording scenes such as sunrises/sunsets, fireworks or night scenes. [Tungsten] I: Suitable for recording scenes such as at a party with changing lighting conditions or scenes under studio lighting or sodium lamps.

  • Page 63: Custom White Balance

    White Balance Custom White Balance You can store two custom white balance settings in the camcorder for future use. 1 Press the WB button to select the F A or F B custom setting. • The F A or F B appears next to the color temperature on the screen.

  • Page 64: Zooming

    Zooming Zooming You can operate the zoom (up to 10x) using the zoom rocker on the side grip or the one on the handle. You can also use the manual ring or the zoom buttons on the wireless controller. For zooms with a gradual start and/or stop, use soft zoom control (0 67).
  • Page 65 Zooming Using the Grip Zoom Rocker Use the functions in the [l Camera Setup] [Zoom] submenus to set the zoom speed. When you select a constant zoom speed, set one of 16 constant speeds (1 is the slowest, 16 the fastest). With a variable zoom speed, press gently for a slow zoom;...
  • Page 66 Zooming Using the Handle Zoom Rocker Use the functions in the [l Camera Setup] [Zoom] submenus to set the zoom speed. Move the zoom rocker toward to zoom out (wide-angle) and toward to zoom in (telephoto). Setting the Zoom Speed [l Camera Setup] Refer to the following table for approximate zoom speeds of the entire zoom range (end to end).

  • Page 67: Soft Zoom Control

    Zooming [l Camera Setup] Setting the Zoom Speed Perform the following procedure to set the zoom speed for the supplied wireless controller. Refer to the following table for a summary of zoom Zoom] speeds when using the wireless controller or other remote controls. Speed Level] 1 Open the zoom [Speed Level] submenu.

  • Page 68: Using Optional Conversion Lenses

    Using Optional Conversion Lenses Using Optional Conversion Lenses Attaching the optional TL-H58 Tele-converter increases the focal length of [l Camera Setup] the camcorder by a factor of approximately 1.5. Attaching the optional WD-H58W Wide-converter decreases the focal length by a factor of approximately 0.8.

  • Page 69: 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 70: Displaying Zebra Patterns

    Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns Options [Center]: Displays a small marker that indicates the center of the screen. [Horizontal]: Displays a horizontal line to help you compose level shots. [Grid]: Displays a grid that allows you to frame your shots correctly (horizontally and vertically). [Safety Zone]: Displays indicators that show various safe areas, such as the action safe area and text safe area.

  • Page 71: Setting The Time Code

    Setting the Time Code Setting the Time Code 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 (b only) or GENLOCK/TC terminal (b only;...

  • Page 72: Selecting Drop Or Non-Drop Frame

    Setting the Time Code 4 Change the rest of the fields (minutes, seconds, frame) in the same way. • Press the CANCEL button to close the screen without setting the time code. 5 Select [Set] to close the screen. • If the running mode is set to [Free Run], the time code will start running from the value set in steps 2 to 4. Selecting Drop or Non-Drop Frame [L TC/UB Setup] You can select between a drop frame (DF) or non-drop frame (NDF) time...
  • Page 73 Setting the Time Code NOTES • When the [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting is set to [24P], the frames value in the time code runs from 0 to 23. For other settings, it runs from 0 to 29. • b When the [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting is set to [24P], the frames value in the time code signal output from the HD/ SD SDI terminal or GENLOCK/TC terminal runs from 0 to 29.

  • Page 74: 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 [L 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 75: Synchronizing With An External Device

    b Synchronizing with an External Device b 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 76: Time Code Signal Output

    b Synchronizing with an External Device 1 Open the [Genlock/TC Term.] submenu. [J Other Functions] [Genlock/TC Term.] 2 Select [Gen/TC In] and then press SET. Recording the User Bit of an External Signal [L TC/UB Setup] The user bit of an external time code signal can also be recorded with the time code itself.
  • Page 77 b Synchronizing with an External Device NOTES • The user bit of the time code signal is output while the camcorder is recording in mode or during playback of a clip in mode. When the [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting is set to [24P] and the [L TC/UB Setup] [User Bit] [Output Mode] setting is set to [Pulldown], the user bit will be 2:3...

  • Page 78: 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 the built-in microphone, optional external microphone (XLR or MIC terminal) or line input (XLR terminal). You can select the audio input independently for channel 1 and channel 2. Operating modes: Using the Built-in or External Microphone Connected to the MIC Terminal...

  • Page 79: Using Line Input Or An External Microphone Connected To An Xlr Terminal

    Recording Audio Activating the Microphone Attenuator [m Audio Setup] If the audio level is too high and the sound sounds distorted when recording with the built-in microphone or a microphone connected to the Audio Input] MIC terminal, activate the microphone attenuator (12 dB for the built-in microphone, 20 dB for an external microphone).
  • Page 80 Recording Audio XLR terminal switches 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. • To supply a microphone with phantom power, set the switch to MIC+48V instead.

  • Page 81: Adjusting The Audio Level

    Recording Audio Activating the Microphone Attenuator [m Audio Setup] You can activate the external microphone’s attenuator (20 dB) if the XLR terminal switch is set to MIC or MIC+48V. [Audio Input] 1 Open the desired XLR terminal’s microphone attenuator submenu. [XLR1 Mic Att.] [m Audio Setup] [Audio Input]...

  • Page 82: Monitoring The Audio With Headphones

    Recording Audio CH1/CH2 audio level dials Manual Audio Level Adjustment You can set the audio level for each channel manually from -f to 18 dB. 1 Set the audio level switch of the desired channel to M. 2 Turn the corresponding audio level dial to adjust the audio level. •...

  • Page 83: Using Metadata

    • You must set the user memo before you start recording for it to be added to the clip. You cannot change the user memo of a clip using the camcorder but you can do so with the Canon XF Utility software.

  • Page 84: Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal

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

  • Page 85: Video Scopes

    Video Scopes Video Scopes The camcorder can display a simplified waveform monitor. 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 86: Configuring The Edge Monitor

    Video Scopes Configuring the Edge Monitor [J Other Functions] Using this video scope allows you to focus with more precision when the camcorder is in manual focus mode. The edge monitor features 2 modes. [WFM (LCD)] 1 Open the [Edge Monitor] submenu. [Edge Monitor] [J Other Functions] [WFM (LCD)]...

  • Page 87: Adding Shot Marks While Recording

    Adding Shot Marks while Recording Adding Shot Marks while Recording When recording, you can flag an important shot in a clip by adding a “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. When the camcorder is in mode, you can add or delete shot marks (0 123).

  • Page 88: Reviewing A Recording

    Reviewing a Recording Reviewing a Recording When the camcorder is in mode, you can review the last clip that [J Other Functions] was recorded. Operating modes: Rec Review] 1 Open the [Rec Review] submenu to set the review length. [Entire Clip] [J Other Functions] [Rec Review] 2 Select the desired option and then press SET.

  • Page 89: 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 90: Frame Recording Mode

    Special Recording Modes 3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. • The camcorder automatically records the set number of frames at the set interval. • The tally lamps illuminate. • [INT STBY] changes to [N INT REC] while recording frames and [N INT STBY] while between intervals. 4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording.

  • Page 91: Slow & Fast Motion Mode

    Special Recording Modes 4 Open the [Special Rec] submenu. [J 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 lamps go out and [STBY] appears at the top of the screen. NOTES •...

  • Page 92: Pre-Recording Mode

    Special Recording Modes 2 Select [Slow & Fast Motion] and then press SET. • [S&F STBY] appears at the top of the screen. • The selected shooting frame rate appears on the right side of the screen next to the [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] setting (the playback frame rate).
  • Page 93 Special Recording Modes 3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. • The tally lamps illuminate. • [PRE REC STBY] changes to [N PRE REC] while recording. 4 Press the START/STOP button again to stop recording. • The camcorder records the clip, including approximately 3 seconds of video and audio recorded before the START/STOP button was pressed.

  • Page 94: Infrared Recording

    Infrared Recording Infrared Recording This camcorder features the ability to shoot movies in dark surroundings using the camcorder's infrared light and other sources of infrared light. Also, you can select whether the lighter areas of the picture appear in green or white.
  • Page 95 Infrared Recording NOTES • When the camcorder is in Infrared mode, the following adjustments are made automatically. - Gain, shutter speed and aperture are set to auto. - Autofocus is set to [Normal AF]. - Light metering, AE level, AGC limit, white balance and custom picture cannot be set. - ND filter cannot be activated.

  • Page 96: Optical Axis Shift

    Optical Axis Shift Optical Axis Shift This function aids in a dual camera setup for 3D recording by allowing you to adjust the position of the image stabilization lens. Operating modes: 1 Open the [OIS Functions] submenu. [l Camera Setup] [l Camera Setup] [OIS Functions] 2 Select [Axis Shift] and then press SET.

  • Page 97: Using The Focal Length Guide

    Using the Focal Length Guide Using the Focal Length Guide The focal length guide aids you when using two camcorders for 3D recording. The guide appears as a numerical value and has a range of 154 steps. You can set the guide to 0 at any point in the zoom range to help precisely calibrate both camcorders.

  • Page 98: Customization

    Customization Assignable Buttons The camcorder conveniently features 10* 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. * In mode, only assignable buttons 1 to 4 are available. Operating modes: Changing the Assigned Function [J Other Functions]...
  • Page 99 Assignable Buttons Function name Description [Img Stab.] Turns the selected image stabilization method (Dynamic IS or Standard IS) on/off. – [Powered IS] Turns Powered IS on/off. – [Focus Limit] Turns the focus limit on/off. – [Face AF] Toggles the autofocusing between [Face Pri.], [Face Only] and [Off]. –...

  • Page 100: Custom Picture Settings

    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 XF105 and XF100.

  • Page 101: Editing A Custom Picture File's Settings

    Custom Picture Settings Preset Custom Picture Files By default, the custom picture files in the camcorder in file slots [C7] to [C9] are protected. Remove the protection (0 101) 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 102: 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 custom picture file is in the camcorder, use [Copy To b] or [Load From b] depending on the operation you wish to perform. Similarly, when the custom picture file is on an SD card, use [Copy To Cam.] or [Load From Cam].

  • Page 103: Embedding Custom Picture Settings In A Recording

    Custom Picture Settings NOTES • You can also copy a custom picture file embedded in a clip to the camcorder (0 122). Embedding Custom Picture Settings in a Recording [J Other Functions] You can record video or take a photo with your custom picture settings applied to it.
  • Page 104 Custom Picture Settings Master Black Corrects color cast in blacks. [Red]: -50 to 50 (Default: 0) [Green]: -50 to 50 (Default: 0) [Blue]: -50 to 50 (Default: 0) Black Gamma Black Gamma Controls the lower part of the gamma curve (dark areas of the image).
  • Page 105 Custom Picture Settings 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 106 Custom Picture Settings [Chroma]: Adjusts the color saturation for detection of skin tones. This setting can be adjusted from 0 to 31. (Default: 16) [Area]: Adjusts the color range for detection of skin tones. This setting can be adjusted from 0 to 31. (Default: 16) [Y Level]: Adjusts the brightness for detection of skin tones.
  • Page 107 Custom Picture Settings Color Correction The camcorder detects the characteristics of a certain color (color phase, chroma, area and Y level) and corrects them when recording. You can set the color correction for up to two different areas (A and B). [Select Area]: Selects the area or areas to correct.

  • Page 108: 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 [J Other Functions] [Custom Function] setting to adjust how some of the camcorder’s controls and functions operate in mode.

  • Page 109: Customizing Onscreen Displays

    Customizing Functions and Onscreen Displays Customizing Onscreen Displays [M LCD/VF Setup] By customizing onscreen displays, you can choose to have the camcorder display some icons while hiding other ones. For details on [Custom Display 1] which onscreen displays can be customized, refer to Onscreen Displays [Custom Display 2] (0 43).

  • Page 110: Saving And Loading Camera Settings

    After you adjust settings in the menus, you can save those settings on an SD card. You can load those settings at a later date or on another XF105 or XF100 camcorder so that you can use that camcorder in the same exact way.

  • Page 111: Playback

    Playback Playback This section explains how to play back clips recorded on a CF card. For details on playing back clips using an external monitor, refer to Connecting to an External Monitor (0 127). For details on viewing photos on the SD card, refer to Viewing Photos (0 138).
  • Page 112 Playback Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to MEDIA. • The camcorder switches to mode and the clip index screen appears. 1 Currently selected CF card slot (0 38) 9 Clip name (0 42) 2 Clip thumbnail (0 124) 10 Embedded custom picture file (0 100) 3 Relay recording: Appears when a clip begins on 11 Bit rate and resolution (0 46)

  • Page 113: Playing Back Clips

    Playback Switching to Other Index Screens All of the clips on a CF card can be accessed from the clip index screen. However, you can switch to other index screens that show only clips with an e mark ([e Mark] index screen), clips with a Z mark ([Z Mark] index screen), or photos* ([Photos] index screen).

  • Page 114: Onscreen Displays

    Playback Onscreen Displays 1 Remaining battery time (0 44) 11 Wireless controller (0 148) 2 Playback operation 12 User bit (0 74) 3 Selected CF card 13 Audio output channel (0 130) 4 Relay recording 14 Audio level meter (0 148) 15 e mark/Z mark (0 119) 5 Time code (0 71) 6 Clip number / Total number of clips...

  • Page 115: Playback Controls

    Playback Playback Controls When you play back a clip, operate the buttons on the camcorder 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 116: Adding Shot Marks During Playback

    Playback Adjusting the Built-in Speaker Volume [m Audio Setup] 1 Open the [Speaker Volume] submenu. [m Audio Setup] [Audio Output] [Speaker Volume] [Audio Output] 2 Select the desired level and then press SET. [Speaker Volume] • Select [Off] to mute the audio. NOTES •...

  • Page 117: 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 [J Other Functions] menu to perform some of the operations on all the clips.

  • Page 118: 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 119: Adding E Marks Or Z Marks

    Clip Operations Adding e Marks or Z Marks If you add an OK mark (e) or check mark (Z) to a clip, you can later display an index screen that shows only the clips with an e mark or only the clips with a Z mark. Furthermore, you cannot delete clips with an e mark so you can use it to protect important clips.

  • Page 120: Copying Clips

    Clip Operations Copying Clips You can copy clips from one CF card to the other. The copied clips will retain their original name. Copying a Single Clip 1 Select the desired clip and then press SET to open the clip menu. 2 Select [Copy Clip] and then press SET.

  • Page 121: Deleting Clips

    Clip Operations 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 122: Copying A Custom Picture File Embedded In A Clip

    Clip Operations 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 123: 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 124 Clip Operations Deleting a Shot Mark 1 Open the [Shot Mark] index screen or [Expand Clip] index screen. 2 Select the desired frame (thumbnail) and then press SET to open the clip menu. 3 Select [Del. Shot Mark 1] or [Del. Shot Mark 2] and then press SET. •...

  • Page 125: External Connections

    External Connections Video Output Configuration The video signal output from the HD/SD SDI (b only), HDMI OUT 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. Video output from the AV terminal will always be in 480/ 60i standard.
  • Page 126 Video Output Configuration SD Output [N Video Setup] When HD video (16:9 aspect ratio) is converted and output as SD video (4:3 aspect ratio), you can choose how it appears on the external monitor. [SD Output] 1 Open the [SD Output] submenu. [Squeeze] [N Video Setup] [SD Output]...

  • Page 127: 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 camcorder that matches the one you wish to use on the monitor. Then, select the video signal output configuration (0 125).

  • Page 128: Using The Hdmi Out Terminal

    Connecting to an External Monitor 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. Turning the output off will conserve the camcorder’s power.

  • Page 129: Using The Av Terminal

    Connecting to an External Monitor Using the AV Terminal When you output video from the AV terminal, the video signal is converted to an analog SD composite video signal. In addition, the AV terminal also outputs audio. You can select the SD output method (0 126). NOTES •...

  • Page 130: Audio Output

    Audio Output Audio Output The camcorder can output audio from the HD/SD SDI terminal (b 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. When audio is output from the AV terminal, you can select the output level.

  • Page 131: Selecting The Output Level Of The Av Terminal

    Audio Output Options [CH1/CH2]: Audio from CH1 is output from the left audio channel and audio from CH2 is output from the right audio channel. [CH1/CH1]: Audio from CH1 is output from both the left and right audio channels. [CH2/CH2]: Audio from CH2 is output from both the left and right audio channels.

  • Page 132: Saving Clips To A Computer

    Saving Clips to a Computer Saving Clips to a Computer Use Canon XF Utility to save clips or one of the Canon XF plugins* to import clips into non-linear editing (NLE) software. * Plugins are available for NLE software by Avid and Apple.

  • Page 133: Installing Canon Xf Utility (Mac Os)

    Avid Media Access and Canon XF Plugin 64 for Avid Media Access) or xpfm-*****.dmg.gz (for Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro and Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro X). The rest of the explanation refers only to Canon XF Utility but the procedure is similar for the Canon XF plugins.
  • Page 134 Instructions for the plugins /Applications/Canon Utilities/<desired plugin> • For <desired plugin>, select Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access, Canon XF Plugin 64 for Avid Media Access, Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro or Canon XF Plugin for Final Cut Pro X.

  • Page 135: Viewing The Software Instruction Manuals

    Instructions for Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access and Canon XF Plugin 64 for Avid Media Access (Windows): 1 From the Start menu, select All Programs > Canon Utilities > Desired plugin > Canon XF Plugin for Avid Media Access Instruction Manual or Canon XF Plugin 64 for Avid Media Access Instruction Manual.

  • Page 136: Taking 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 137 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 138: 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 Hold down the button on the d switch and move it to MEDIA.

  • Page 139: 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 140: Protecting Photos

    Photo Operations Deleting All Photos [J Other Functions] 1 Open the [Delete All Photos] submenu. [J Other Functions] [Delete All Photos] [Delete All Photos] 2 Select [OK] and then press SET. • All of the photos on the SD card will be deleted. •...

  • Page 141: Copying Custom Picture Files

    Photo Operations 5 Select [OK] and then press SET. • The selected photo is protected and h appears next to the photo’s thumbnail. • Select [Cancel] instead to cancel the operation. • If a custom picture file is embedded in the photo, it is also protected. IMPORTANT •...

  • Page 142: Photo Numbering

    Photo Operations Photo Numbering [J 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 143: 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 144 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Zoom] [Speed Level] [Fast], [Normal], [Slow] [Soft Zoom Control] [Both], [Stop], [Start], [Off] – [Grip Rocker] [Constant], [Variable] [Constant Speed] 1-16 (8) [Handle Rocker] [Off], 1 - 16 (8) [Wireless Controller] 1-16 (8) [Focal Length Guide] [Set To 0], [Off] [Tele-converter]...
  • Page 145 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Black Gamma] [Level] -50 to 50 (0) [Range] -5 to 50 (0) [Point] -1 to 50 (0) [Low Key Satur.] [Enable] [Off], [On] [Level] -50 to 50 (0) [Knee] [Enable] [Off], [On] [Automatic] [Off], [On] [Slope] -35 to 50 (0)
  • Page 146 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [White Balance] [R Gain] -50 to 50 (0) [G Gain] -50 to 50 (0) [B Gain] -50 to 50 (0) [Color Correction] [Select Area] [Off], [Area A], [Area B], [Area A&B] [Area A Setting] [Phase] 0 to 31 (0) [Chroma]...
  • Page 147 Menu Options [N Video Setup] menu Menu item Setting options [SDI Output] (b only) [HD], [SD], [Off] [Component Output] [HD], [SD] [HD Onscreen Disp.] [On], [Off] [SD Onscreen Disp.] [On], [Off] [SD Output] [Squeeze], [Letterbox], [Side Crop] [M LCD/VF Setup] menu Menu item Submenu Setting options...
  • Page 148 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Markers] [Enable] [On], [Off] – [Center] [White], [Gray], [Off] – [Horizontal] [White], [Gray], [Off] – [Grid] [White], [Gray], [Off] – [Safety Zone] [White], [Gray], [Off] – [Safety Zone Area] [80%], [90%], [92.5%], [95%] –...
  • Page 149 Menu Options [Metadata Display]: Displays the date and time of recording and/or the camera data (shutter speed, aperture value, gain) during playback. [Audio Level]: Displays the audio level meter when set to [On]. [Custom Display 1] settings [Zoom Position]: Controls when the zoom indicator appears. [Always On]: Always appears on the screen.
  • Page 150 Menu Options [SD Card Status]: Controls when the SD card status indicator appears. [Warning]: Appears only when there is a warning. [Normal]: Always appears on the screen. [Bit rate/Resolution]: Displays the bit rate and resolution when set to [On]. [Frame Rate]: Displays the frame rate when set to [On]. [Character Rec]: Displays the character recording warning icon (h) when set to [On], indicating that the onscreen displays will be recorded on the clip.
  • Page 151 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Clock Set] [Date/Time] – [Date Format] [YMD], [YMD/24H], [MDY], [MDY/24H], [DMY], [DMY/24H] [WFM (LCD)] [Setting] [WFM], [Edge Mon.], [Off] – [Setting] [WFM], [Off] – [Waveform Monitor] [Line], [Line+Spot], [Field], [RGB], [YPbPr] [Gain] [1x], [2x] [Edge Monitor] [Type 1], [Type 2] –...
  • Page 152 Menu Options Menu item Submenu Setting options [Delete All e Marks] [Cancel], [OK] – [Rec Review] [Entire Clip], [Last 4 sec] – [Set Metadata] [User Memo] [Off], list of user memo files [Country Code] Letters A to Z, numbers 0 to 9, plus sign (+), –...
  • Page 153 Menu Options [Tally Lamp]: Allows you to set whether the front and rear tally lamps illuminate while the camcorder is recording. [Media Access LED]: Allows you to set whether the CF card access indicators or the SD card access indicator illuminates while the camcorder is accessing a CF card or SD card.

  • Page 154: Displaying The Status Screens

    Displaying the Status Screens 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 Set an assignable button to [Status] (0 98). 2 Press the assignable button.
  • Page 155 Displaying the Status Screens [Camera] Status Screen mode) 1 Gain (0 54) 7 Flicker reduction (0 57) 2 Gain limit (0 54) 8 Focus limit (0 52) 3 Autofocus mode (0 50) 9 Face AF (0 51) 4 Soft zoom control (0 144) 10 Zoom speed level (0 65) 5 Grip zoom rocker setting (0 65) 11 Zoom speed of grip zoom rocker (0 65)
  • Page 156 Displaying the Status Screens [Audio] Status Screen mode mode 1 Built-in microphone low-cut filter (0 78) 8 Microphone attenuator (built-in microphone and 2 Built-in microphone sensitivity (0 78) microphone connected to MIC terminal) (0 79) 3 XLR terminal recording channel (0 80) 9 Linking recording levels of XLR terminals (0 81) 4 Sensitivity of microphones connected to XLR 10 Microphone attenuator (microphones connected...
  • Page 157 Displaying the Status Screens [Video] Status Screen 1 HDMI OUT terminal status (0 128) 5 Superimposing onscreen displays to SD output 2 HD/SD SDI terminal output setting (b only, (0 129) 0 128) 6 SD output setting (0 126) 3 Superimposing onscreen displays to HD output 7 Special recording mode* (0 89) (0 129) 8 Number of frames for interval recording mode...
  • Page 158 Displaying the Status Screens [Battery/Hour Meter] Status Screen 1 Remaining recording time 4 Total operation time (0 153) 2 Remaining recording time indicator 5 Operation time since using [Reset Hour Meter] 3 Battery life indicator (0 153) [X Data 1/3] Status Screen mode) 1 Custom picture file name (0 100) 7 Skin detail settings (hue, chroma, area and Y level)
  • Page 159 Displaying the Status Screens [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 (0 105) limit) (0 105) 5 Noise reduction (0 105) 2 Sharpness settings (knee aperture, gain and 6 Color matrix settings (select, gain and phase) ingredient ratio) (0 105) (0 106)

  • Page 160: 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 161: Picture And Sound

    - 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. Replace the CF card that is not being recorded onto.

  • Page 162: Connections With External Devices

    Troubleshooting Horizontal bands appear on the screen. - This is a phenomenon typical of CMOS image sensors when recording under some types of fluorescent, mercury or sodium lamps. To reduce the symptoms, set [Camera Setup] [Flicker Reduction] to [Automatic] (0 57) or set the shutter speed to 1/100 (0 56).

  • Page 163: 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 content of the CF card.
  • Page 164 - The file control information is corrupt. Corrupted file control information cannot be recovered. CF cards or clips with corrupt file control information cannot be read by the Canon XF Utility software or associated plugins. - When recording a single clip for an extended period of time, the clip will be split into smaller video files every 2 GB.
  • Page 165 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 166: Handling Precautions

    Handling Precautions 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 167: 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 168: Lithium Button Battery

    Handling Precautions • 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 169: 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 170: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder. The availability differs from area to area. BP-925, BP-955, CA-930, CA-920 DC-920 DC Coupler DC-930 DC Cable BP-975, BP-950G, Compact Power BP-970G Adapter Battery Pack CB-920 Car Battery TA-100 Tripod Adapter TB-1 Tripod Adapter WD-H58W...
  • Page 171 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 172 Optional Accessories Bit rate Usage time BP-925 BP-955 BP-950G BP-970G BP-975 50 Mbps Recording (maximum) Viewfinder 195 min. 405 min. 415 min. 580 min. 620 min. LCD screen 195 min. 400 min. 410 min. 570 min. 605 min. Recording (typical)* Viewfinder 125 min.
  • Page 173 Protect Filter 58 mm, ND4L Filter 58 mm, ND8L Filter 58 mm Neutral density and MC protector filters help you to control difficult lighting conditions. 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 174: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications XF105 / XF100 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 •...
  • Page 175 Specifications • 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; 1/4 sec to 1/2000 sec (when [Frame Rate] is [24P]: 1/3 sec to 1/2000) •...
  • Page 176 Specifications • b GENLOCK/TC Terminal BNC jack As GENLOCK terminal Input only: 1 Vp-p/75 Ω As TC (time code) terminal 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 •...
  • Page 177 Specifications BP-925 Battery Pack • Battery type Rechargeable lithium ion battery, compatible with Intelligent System • Rated voltage 7.4 V DC • Operating temperature 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F) • Battery capacity Typical: 2,600 mAh Minimum: 19 Wh / 2,450 mAh •...
  • Page 178 Index Custom picture settings ....103 Abroad, using the camcorder ... . .169 Accessories ......170 Date and time .
  • Page 179 Iris ........59 Iris limit ....... .59 Rec run (time code) .
  • Page 180 Wireless controller ..... . .21 XLR terminals ......78 Zebra pattern .
  • Page 181 Canon USA, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The sole warranty with respect to such non-Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer or producer thereof. If the Products contain a hard disk drive or a flash memory, Canon USA recommends that data stored on that drive be duplicated or backed up to prevent its loss in the event of failure or other malfunction of such drive.
  • Page 182 The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon Canada Inc. ("Canon Canada") with respect to Canon Digital Video Products (the "Products") purchased in Canada. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of a bill of sale or other proof of purchase for these Products to a Canon Service Facility when repairs are required.
  • Page 183 CANON LATIN AMERICA, INC. Visit your local Canon Web site to download the latest version of this Instruction Manual. Consultez votre site Internet Canon local pour télécharger la version la plus récente de ce manuel d'instructions. Para descargar la última versión de este manual de instrucciones visite nuestro sitio web local Canon.

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