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Editing
1. Load your recorded tape into the camcorder.
2. Slide the POWER switch to VCR.
3. Open the VCR menu, select AUDIO DUB.
4. Select AUDIO IN or MIC IN with the menu dial and close the menu.
5. Set the tape to the point where you want to start audio dubbing.
¥ You can use the `, 1, e, aand 3buttons or special playback functions just as when in
playback mode.
6. Press the pause button.
¥ The camera becomes set to playback pause mode.
7. Press AUDIO DUB. on the wireless controller.
¥ AUDIO DUB. and  appear on the display.
8. Press the pause button (and start play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN).
¥ Audio dubbing starts.
¥ If MIC IN, direct your voice into the microphone.
¥ changes to  .
9. When you get to the point where you want to stop dubbing, press the stop button (and
then stop play on the other audio device if AUDIO IN).
¥ Audio dubbing stops and AUDIO DUB. disappears from the display.
¥ The camera returns to stop mode.
¥ You can also set zero set memory (p. 68) at the place you want to stop audio dubbing, then every
time you return to that position, audio dubbing will cancel.
¥ If instead of pressing 
3(STOP) you press a(PAUSE), the camera will return to the playback pause
mode.
Notes:
¥ You can not use the DV terminal while adding sound.
¥ You might want to adjust the audio mix (p. 86) when playing back a tape with added sound.
¥ There may be a loss of sound quality if you add sound to a tape recorded on a camcorder other than the
GL1.
¥ After adding sound three or more times to the same place on a tape, there may be some loss in sound
quality.
AUDIO DUB.¥¥AUDIO IN    (see p. 34)
AUDIO
DUB.
POWER
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Preparing the Camera
Adjust the grip belt
Attach the shoulder strap
Note:
¥ Be careful not to leave the viewfinder exposed to bright sunlight, or it will melt. (The light is
concentrated by the viewfinder lens.) Change the angle of the viewfinder so that the sun doesnÕt shine
into it. ¥ Adjust the length of the grip belt strap so that
you can operate the start/stop button and zoom
control effectively.
¥ For extra security and portability, attach the
shoulder strap before using the camera.
¥ Pass the ends through the attachment bars and
adjust the length as shown.
¥ In record pause mode, adjust the viewfinder
focusing lever to suit your eyesight.
¥ The viewfinder extends straight out and rotates
upwards for comfortable viewing. Store the
camera with the viewfinder flush with the body
of the camera.
¥ To view with the viewfinder, make sure the LCD
panel is either turned so that the subject can
monitor viewing, or totally closed with the
screen facing inwards.
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Notes on Using the Batteries
Charging and recording times
Battery pack BP-915
Time needed for 2 hrs. 10 min.
full recharge
Maximum  Using the viewfinder:65 min.
recording time Using the LCD screen: 60 min.
¥ These times vary Ñ the safest policy is always to have two or three times as many battery packs as you
think you will need.
¥ You will get more recording time if you turn the camera off between shots, instead of leaving it in
record pause mode.
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The indicator in the display shows you
approximately how much charge the battery pack
has left:
Notes:
¥ ÒCHANGE THE BATTERY PACKÓ appears in
the display for 4 seconds when the power is
completely exhausted. The empty battery mark
then appears and starts to flash. The power
indicator light also flashes.
¥ The indicator is not constant Ñ different levels
will be shown when you subject the battery pack
and camcorder to different conditions.
How much power is left?
When to recharge
Remaining time indicator
You can recharge a lithium ion battery pack whenever it is convenient. Unlike a conventional battery
pack, it does not have to be fully discharged first. However, as the battery pack will naturally discharge
itself over time, it is best to charge it the same day you plan to use it, or the day before. ¥ Recording time will be shorter than usual at low temperatures. You can use the battery pack between
32¡ and 104¡F (0¡ to 40¡C), but it works best between 50¡ and 86¡F (10¡ to 30¡C).
¥ If the battery pack starts to give you much less recording time than usual, it has reached the end of its
life and must be replaced.
¥ See p. 13 for times for other battery packs.
Tells you how many minutes of power remain in the battery pack.
Only appears when you attach the BP-930R battery pack directly to
the camera. (It doesnÕt appear if you use the CH-910 Dual Battery
Charger/Holder.)
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Taking care of the battery pack
Always attach the terminal cover.
¥ Do not allow any metal objects to touch the
terminals, as this can cause a short circuit and
damage the battery pack. Attach the terminal
cover whenever the battery pack is not being
used.
Keep the terminals clean.
¥ The camera, adapter or battery pack will not
work properly if the terminals are dirty. Check
them before use, and wipe them with a dry cloth
or tissue if necessary.
Storing the battery pack.
¥ If you do not use a battery pack for a period of more than a few months any remaining charge may
cause damage to the battery pack, and reduce usage time. To prevent damage therefore, aim to use a
battery packÕs complete charge before storage. 
Charging the backup battery
A rechargeable lithium battery installed into the camera unit allows the camera to remember settings such
as the date and time, even when the battery pack is disconnected. It is automatically recharged when you
attach a power source to the camcorder. 
When you first use the camera, bring the backup battery to full charge by connecting a power source to
the camera for a full day (about 24 hours). You do not need to turn the camera on for charging to take
place.
¥ If you use the camcorder regularly, the backup battery will remain charged. If it is stored, however, it
slowly discharges and eventually (in excess of 6 months from being fully charged) there will be
insufficient power to maintain the date and time. In this case, connect a power source to the camcorder,
reset the date and time (p. 39) and recharge the backup battery.
¥ If you discard this product, dispose of the lithium backup battery separately to prevent pollution. For
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DANGER!
Treat the battery pack with care.
¥ Keep it away from fire (or it might explode).
¥ Do not expose the battery pack to temperatures greater than 140¡F (60¡C). Do not leave it near a
heater, or inside a car in hot weather, for example.
¥ Do not try to disassemble or modify it.
¥ Do not drop or knock it. 
¥ Do not get it wet. 
						

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Setting the Audio Mix
AUDIO
MONITORMIXBALANCEST-1ST-2
POWER
OFF
VCRCAMERA
When you play back a tape that was recorded in 12-bit mode, you can set the audio output to play: 
stereo 1 (the original sound), stereo 2 (any new sound, dubbed to the tape after recording), or mix the
balance between the two. 
¥ Audio from the 16-bit mode only contains stereo 1 sound and so you cannot/do not need to select the
audio mix. The same is true for the 12-bit stereo 1 mode, unless new sound has been added post-
recording.
¥ You can choose the output using the wireless controller only.
1. Set the camera to VCR mode.
2. Choose the output.
¥ Press AUDIO MONITOR on the wireless controller.
¥ Four settings appear as you push the button: 
Ð STEREO1 for just stereo 1.
Ð STEREO2 for just stereo 2.
Ð MIX/FIXED for an equal mix of stereo 1 and 2.
Ð MIX/VARI. (mix variable) for when you want to mix the balance between stereo 1 and 2.
¥ To simply choose STEREO1, STEREO2 or MIX/FIXED, make sure your choice appears on the
display.
¥ If you choose MIX/VARI., you can go on to mix the balance.
¥ Use the ST-1/ST-2 keys to mix the balance. A bar showing the mix appears on the screen for four
seconds.
Notes:
¥ When you have chosen the output, STEREO1, STEREO2, MIX/FIXED or MIX/VARI. is shown in the
top left of the display for a few seconds. 
¥ If you turn the power off the output is set to STEREO1, however, if you select MIX/VARI. again with
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When you play back a tape whose audio has been recorded on multiple channels, you can change the
output channels of that sound.
1. Set the camera to VCR, load a tape recorded with multiple-channel audio.
2. Open the VCR menu and select OUTPUT CH.
3. Select the output channel.
¥ Refer to the following list.
Selecting audio output channels
Tape recorded on 
multiple channels
main + sub
main only
sub only OUTPUT CH setting
L/R
L/L
R/R
Played back sound
Tape recorded with
stereo sound
L + R channels
L channel only
R channel only
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Camera Holding Styles
For maximum stability, place your right hand through the side grip belt and keep your right elbow pressed
against your body. Support the lens with your left hand. ¥ You can grip the camera from the side grip or
the top handle.
¥ Either gripping position allows you to start/stop
recording, take a ÒphotoÕÕ and zoom in and out.
¥ Lock the top controls to prevent accidental
operation by sliding across the LOCK lever.
Choose the grip
LOCKPHOTO
START/
STOP
Standard holding style
Grip the camera using the top handle and steady the lens with the other hand.
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Maintenance
Avoid high temperatures and high humidity.
¥ Do not leave the camera inside a car in hot weather, for example.
¥ Be careful of heat radiating from video lighting equipment.
¥ Do not take the camera into a humid room.
Avoid sudden changes in temperature.
¥ If you take the camera from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may form on the lens and
internal parts (see p. 91).
Do not point the lens or viewfinder at strong light sources.
¥ Never point it at the sun, and do not leave it aimed at a bright subject. 
¥ Be especially careful when leaving the camera on a tripod.
Avoid magnetic or electric fields.
¥ Do not use the camera close to TV transmitters, portable communication devices or other sources of
electric or magnetic radiation. They may cause picture interference, or permanently damage the camera.
Do not expose the camera to water.
¥ Cover the camera when you are recording in rain or mist. 
¥ There is a risk of electric shock if water gets inside the camera Ñ contact qualified service personnel as
soon as possible.
Protect the lens.
¥ Sand and dust can damage the lens Ñ be especially careful on windy days.
Handle the camera gently.
¥ Vibration or shock can cause damage.
¥ Do not use the viewfinder, LCD panel or microphone as a carrying handle.
¥ Do not swing the camera around when carrying it by the handle; knocking the camera against things
may cause it to malfunction.
Do not disassemble the camera.
¥ This is very dangerous as there is a risk of electric shock Ñ if the camera does not function properly,
take it to qualified service personnel.
If you do not intend to use the camera for some time, turn the POWER switch to OFF and store it in an
area which is free of dust and moisture, and where the temperature is no higher than 86¡F (30¡C). After
storage, check each part and function of your camera to make sure everything is still working properly.
Note:
¥ These cautions also apply to accessories such as battery packs and cassettes.
Cautions
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Power sources
¥ You can use the compact power adapter to operate your camera and charge battery packs in any country
where the electricity supply is between 100 and 240 V AC, 50Ð60 Hz. Contact your Canon dealer for
information about plug adapters for overseas use.
TV playback
¥ Although you can always play back your recordings in the viewfinder, your camera can only be
connected to TVs which use its NTSC system. This TV system is used in the following countries:
American Samoa, Bahama, Barbados, Bermuda, Bolivia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba,
Ecuador, El Salvador, Guam, Guatemala, Greenland, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Japan, Korea, Mexico,
Micronesia, Myanmar, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Saint Lucia, Surinam,
Taiwan, Trinidad and Tobago, USA, Venezuela.
Maintenance
Using the camera abroad
LCD 
¥ Clean the LCD screen using a commercially available glass cleaner.
¥ Where there is a big change in temperature, moisture may form on the surface of the screen. Wipe clean
with a soft, dry cloth.
¥ At low temperatures the display may appear to be much darker than usual. This is not a fault, and as the
screen warms up the display will return to normal.
Camera body and lens
¥ Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the camera body or lens. Never use chemically treated cloth or volatile
solvents such as paint thinner.
Video heads
¥ When mosaic-like noise appears on the playback picture, the video heads
may be dirty. When the video heads are badly contaminated, the camera may
show a blank blue screen.
¥ Clean the video heads using CanonÕs DVM-CL Digital Video Head Cleaning
Cassette. If the ÒnoiseÓ remains, repeat the cleaning (up to maximum of five
times).
¥ Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette, as this can cause damage.