User manual CANON XF305

[. . . ] DIE-0356-000B HD Camcorder Instruction Manual PAL Important Usage Instructions WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. COPYRIGHT WARNING: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. CAUTION: DISCONNECT THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE. [. . . ] If the running mode of the time code (0 81) is set to [Free Run] or the time code is input from an external source (b only), the running mode will switch to [Rec Run] during special recording mode. When special recording mode is deactivated, the running mode will return to its previous setting. · b During special recording mode, the time code signal will not be output from the TIME CODE terminal or HD/SD SDI terminal. Slow & Fast Motion Mode When you set [J Other Functions] [Frame Rate] to a progressive frame rate (0 51), the camcorder can record with a frame rate (shooting frame rate) that is different from the playback frame rate. Recording a clip at a higher frame rate than the [Frame Rate] setting will result in a slow motion effect during playback. Configuring Slow & Fast Motion Mode [J Other Functions] [Slow & Fast Motion] [S&F Frame Rate] 1 Open the [S&F Frame Rate] submenu. [J Other Functions] [Slow & Fast Motion] [S&F Frame Rate] 2 Select the desired shooting frame rate and then press SET. Available Shooting Frame Rates 12 27* 15 28* 18 30* 20 32* 21 34* 22 37* 23 42* 24 45* 25 48* 26* 50* * Available only when [J Other Functions] [Bit Rate/Resolution] is set to [50 Mbps 1280x720] or [35 Mbps 1280x720]. Activating Slow & Fast Motion Mode and Recording [J Other Functions] [Special Rec] [Off] 1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu. [J Other Functions] [Special Rec] 2 Select [Slow & Fast Motion] and then press SET. · 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). Shooting frame rate Playback frame rate 104 Special Recording Modes Recording 3 3 Press the START/STOP button to begin recording. · The tally lamps go out and [S&F STBY] appears at the top of the screen. · For lower shooting frame rates, it may take approximately 1 second to stop recording. · Slow & fast motion mode will be deactivated if the special recording mode is changed or turned off. If the running mode of the time code (0 81) is set to [Free Run] or the time code is input from an external source (b only), the running mode will switch to [Rec Run] during special recording mode. When special recording mode is deactivated, the running mode will return to its previous setting. · b During special recording mode, the time code signal will not be output from the TIME CODE terminal or HD/SD SDI terminal. · When the bit rate is set to 50 Mbps (0 51) during slow motion recording, relay recording is not available. 105 3 Recording Special Recording Modes Pre-recording Mode [J Other Functions] [Special Rec] [Off] When pre-recording mode is activated, the camcorder starts recording continuously into a temporary memory of approximately 3 seconds so when you press the START/STOP button, the clip will contain also approximately 3 seconds of video and audio recorded before you pressed the button. 1 Open the [Special Rec] submenu. [J Other Functions] [Special Rec] 2 Select [Pre Rec] and then press SET. · [PRE REC STBY] appears at the top of the screen. 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. · The tally lamps go out and [PRE REC STBY] appears at the top of the screen. · Pre-recording mode will be deactivated if the special recording mode is changed or turned off. · During pre-recording mode, the time code will be recorded with the running mode (0 81) set to [Free Run], regardless of the previous setting. When the time code is recorded, it will include the 3 seconds before the START/STOP button was pressed. When special recording mode is deactivated, the running mode will return to its previous setting. 106 Customization Assignable Buttons Customization 4 The camcorder conveniently features 13* 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 7 are available. Customization Assignable Buttons Operating modes: Changing the Assigned Function 1 Open the [Assign Button] submenu. [J Other Functions] [Assign Button] [J Other Functions] [Assign Button] [1 Standard IS] [2 Peaking] [3 Zebra] [4 WFM (LCD)] [5 Rec Review] [6 Magnification] [7 Magnification] [8-13 (NONE)] 2 Select the button to change and then press SET. · A list of available functions appears. [. . . ] Australia/Oceania: Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea; most Pacific islands (except for Micronesia, Samoa, Tonga and US territories like Guam and American Samoa). 189 8 Additional Information Optional Accessories Optional Accessories The following optional accessories are compatible with this camcorder. The availability differs from area to area. BP-955, BP-975, BP-950G, BP-970G Battery Pack CA-930, CA-920 Compact Power Adapter DC-920 DC Coupler DC-930 DC Cable CB-920 Car Battery Adapter TA-100 Tripod Adapter TB-1 Tripod Adapter Base SBR-1000 Shooting Brace WA-H82 Wide Attachment VL-10Li II Battery Video Light STV-250N Stereo Video Cable ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller ZR-1000 Zoom Remote Controller IFC-400PCU USB Cable 190 Optional Accessories Additional Information 8 Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended. 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. BP-950G BP-970G Battery Packs When you need extra battery packs, select from the following: BP-955, BP-975, BP-950G, BP-970G. [. . . ]