Canon XL2 Instruction Manual

PUB. DIM-692
DIGITAL VIDEO CAMCORDER
Instruction Manual
CAMESCOPE NUMÉRIQUE
Manuel d’instruction
VIDEOCÁMARA 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.
Digital Video Camcorder, XL2A 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 an\
y interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits\
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In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to
the Canon Digital Video Camcorder XL2A and all its
accessories.
1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operatinginstructions 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 — All operating and...

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19. Damage Requiring Service — Disconnect this productfrom 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 havefallen 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 those
controls that...

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Thank you for purchasing the Canon XL2. Please read this manual carefull\
y before you use the
camcorder and retain it for future reference.
Symbols and References Used in This Manual
❍: Precautions related to the camcorder operation.
❍ : Additional topics that complement the basic operating procedures.
❍ : Reference page number.
❍ Capital letters are used to refer to buttons on the camcorder or the wireless controller.
❍ [ ] are used to refer to menu items displayed on the screen.
❍...

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Important Usage Instructions ........................................................................\
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Important Safety Instructions ........................................................................\
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Using this Manual ........................................................................\
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Playback
Playing Back a Tape ........................................................................\
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Playing Back on a TV Screen ........................................................................\
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Audio Output ........................................................................\
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Checking Supplied Accessories

CA-920 Compact Power
AdapterDC-920 DC Coupler BP-930 Battery Pack Lithium Button Battery
CR2025WL-D4000 Wireless
Controller
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×L IS Zoom Lens XL 5.4-
108 mm (with soft case)Lens Cap Lens Dust Cap Lens Hood
Two AAA (R03) Batteries Color Viewfinder Microphone Unit
Adapter Holder STV-150 Stereo Video
CableS-150 S-video CableCamcorder Dust Cap SS-1000 Shoulder Strap
The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment\
 unit of the camcorder. Write down...

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Advanced Accessory shoe 
(     52)
Stereo microphone 
(     20) Viewfinder cable (     17)
Zoom ring (     38)
Focus ring (     40)
Lens hood (     23) EXP. LOCK button (     61)
IRIS/SET dial (     26, 59) FRAME RATE switch (     44)END SEARCH button (     37)ASPECT RATIO switch (     46) Power indicatorFRONT MIC ATT. switch 
(CH1, CH2) (     51)
REC CH SELECT switch 
(CH1, CH2) (     51)
Viewfinder locking screw 
(     17)
Eye cup (     18)
REC LEVEL switch 
(CH3, CH4) (...

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AE SHIFT dial (     62)
Remote sensor 
(     24, 95)
Tally lamp (     83)
Screw hole for 
adapter holder (     21)
Battery attachment unit (     13) /
serial number Screw holes for 
adapter holder (     21) Microphone cable (     20)
Grip belt (     21) Start/stop button (     32)
Tripod socket* Grip zoom lever (     38)
Remote sensor (     24, 95)
Video
terminal (RCA) 
(     88)
XLR input 
terminals
(     51, 52)
ZOOM SPEED switch (     38) Zoom speed dial (     38)
Tally lamp (     83) / 
Remote...