Canon XL1 Instruction Manual

DIGITAL VIDEO  CAMCORDER
Instruction Manual
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VIDEOCçMARA Y GRABADORA DIGITAL
Manual de Instrucciones
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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, XL1
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 to...

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In these safety instructions the word ÒproductÓ refers to
the Canon Digital Video Camcorder DM-XL1A and all its
accessories.
1. Read Instructions Ñ All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the product is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions Ñ The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings Ñ All warnings on the product and in
the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow...

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19. Damage Requiring Service Ñ Disconnect this
product from the wall outlet and all power sources
including battery, and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto, or objects have
fallen into, the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the product does not operate normally even if
you follow the operating instructions. Adjust only...

~ When Making Manual Adjustments ...~
Adjusting the Focus  ..........................................44
Adjusting the Exposure ......................................45
Using AE  Shift ..................................................46
Using the Zebra Pattern ......................................47
Adjusting the Gain ............................................48
Adjusting the White Balance..............................49
Playing back a Cassette ......................................51
Displaying Data...

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Thank you for choosing a Canon
The XL1 is supplied with the following accessories:
WL-D2000 Wireless
ControllerTwo AAA batteries SS-1000  Shoulder
StrapLens cap BP-927 Battery Pack
CA-900/CA-910
Compact Power AdapterLithium button battery DC-900 DC Coupler S-150 S-video Cable STV-150 Stereo Video
Cable
Digital Video Cassette SP-100 Shoulder pad Body cap 16
´Zoom Lens
(with soft case)Stereo microphone
Dust cap Lens hood
First, weÕd like to thank you for purchasing this Canon camcorder....

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Choose to operate the XL1 using the Manual
recording program to access the complete set of
manual functions, for exceptional creative
freedom. From wide-angle to 16
´telephoto Ñ with
unparalleled optical quality. The digital zoom
doubles this magnification for even more dramatic
results.
CanonÕs latest advances in stabilization technology
give you steadier images than ever before, even at
the furthest reaches of the zoom range. Essential to
this is a new feedback system, which boosts...

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Any lens bearing the mark can be used with this camcorder. 
1. Remove the dust cap from the lens and the body cap from the camcorder.
2. Align the red dot on the camera body with the mount positioning point (the red dot) on the
lens, then turn the lens clockwise until it clicks and locks into place.
Mounting the lens
1. Slide and hold the LENS RELEASE switch and turn the lens counter-clockwise until it
stops. Then, remove the lens from the camera body.
2. When you are not using the lens...

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1. Remove the lens cap.
2. Align the hood with the lens lengthways, and the Canon logo facing to the left. 
3. Twist it 90¡ into position (clockwise), so that the Canon logo is to the top.
¥ You do not need to assert any pressure Ñ screw the hood lightly into place.
4. Finally, tighten the locking screw. 
¥ To remove, reverse the above procedure.
Since the lens hood cuts stray light that may cause flare and ghost images and protects the lens, be sure to
attach the hood when you are...

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You can slide the viewfinder unit along the bracket
to a position that best suits you Ñ for use with
either the left or right eye. 
1. Loosen the locking screw and slide the
unit to the position you require along the
bracket.
2. Tighten the locking screw.
3. Switch the eye cup around (if necessary).
¥ Slide and hold the release lever on the
underside of the viewfinder and then twist the
eye cup counter-clockwise (until the mark on
the eye cup lines up with the mark on the
viewfinder) to...