Canon GL2 Instruction Manual

PUB. DIM-462
PUB. DIM-462
DIGITAL VIDEO  CAMCORDER
Instruction Manual
CAMESCOPE ET LECTEUR VIDEO NUMERIQUES
Mode d’emploi
VIDEOCAMARA Y  GRABADORA  DIGITAL
Manual de Instrucciones
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Important Usage Instructions
Digital Video Camcorder, GL2 systems
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word “product”
refers to the Canon Digital Video Camcorder GL2
and all its accessories.
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
product is operated.
2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product
and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions...

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15. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
16. Objects and Liquid Entry — Never push objects
of any kind into this product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Be careful not to spill liquid of
any kind onto the product.
17. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this
product yourself as opening or removing covers
may...

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Operating Steps and Reference Guide
Digital Video Camcorder GL2 Instruction Manual
Preparations
Recording
Playback
Editing
Using the Memory Card
Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual
Installing the Software
Connecting the Camcorder to a Computer
Downloading the Still Image to a Computer
Your camcorder is supplied with two manuals: the “Digital Video Camcorder GL2 Instruction
Manual” and the “Digital Video Solution Disk Instruction Manual”. 

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Manual Adjustments
Adjusting the Exposure Manually ................ 76
Adjusting the Focus Manually .................... 79
Setting the White Balance .......................... 80
Using the AE Shift ...................................... 82
Using the Custom Preset ............................ 83
Using the Zebra Pattern .............................. 85
Recording PC Screens and Other Screens 
Using CLEAR SCAN .................................... 86
Recording the Viewfinder Information...

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Settings of the Still Images Recorded 
on a Memory Card .................................. 122
Preventing Accidental Erasure (Protect)...... 124
Marking a Still Image for Printing 
(Print Mark) .............................................. 125
Erasing Still Images .................................. 127
Combining Images and Recording Them 
onto a Tape (Title Mix) ............................ 129
Copying Still Images from Memory Card 
to Tape...

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: Reference page numbers
: Functions that can be operated from the
body of the camcorder
: Functions that can be operated from the
wireless controller
: Supplementary notes for camcorder
operation
`: Operation confirmation beeps ( 39)
Capital letters are used to refer to settings
displayed in the menus and buttons labeled on
the camcorder itself (e.g. Press the MENU
button).
Thank You For Choosing a Canon
Your camcorder is supplied with the following
accessories:
WL-D74 Wireless...

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Introducing the GL2
The DV terminal allows high-
quality transfer with virtually no
deterioration in quality of images.
You can edit and process images
by connecting the camcorder to a
PC with the IEEE 1394 terminal.
IEEE 1394 DV Terminal
Analog Line-in Recording
Connect a VCR or analog camcorder and record
onto a DV cassette in the GL2.
3CCD System with Pixel Shift
Technology
Memory Card
You can record still images onto a SD Memory
Card or MultiMediaCard. The memory card
enables easy...

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Preparations
AUDIO DUB. button (p. 108)
AV INSERT button (p. 105) REC PAUSE button (p. 100,102)        (play/pause) button (p. 87)/
Title Mix button (p. 130)/
SLIDE SHOW button (p. 121)
    (stop) button (p. 87)/
INDEX SCREEN button 
(p. 121)
        (rewind) button (p. 87)/
CARD–button (p. 120)
        (fast forward) button (p. 87)/
CARD+button (p. 120)
LCD screen 
(p. 43)
CUSTOM KEY (p. 58)
CUSTOM PRESET button 
(p. 83)
Memory Card 
Compartment CoverLCD panel OPEN button 
(p. 43) AUDIO LEVEL dials...