Canon XH A1S HD Video Camera Recorder Instruction Manual

XH G1S
XH A1S
PUB. DIM-894
HD Video Camera Recorder
Instruction Manual

Important Usage Instructions

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK AND TO REDUCE ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

COPYRIGHT WARNING:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

HD Video Camera Recorder, XH G1S A / XH A1S A 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 to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and use in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is  no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use of shielded cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A.
Tel No. (516)328-5600

CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
The Mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The Mains plug shall remain readily operable to disconnect the plug in case of an accident.

Important Warning

CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure, that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a  risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

In these safety instructions the word “product” refers to the Canon HD Video Camera Recorder XH G1S A /XH A1S A and all its accessories.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

10. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
    Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

13. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

14. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

15. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

16. Follow Instructions — All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.

17. Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
    The product should be cleaned only as recommended in this manual.

18. Accessories — Do not use accessories not recommended in this manual as they may be hazardous.

19. 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.

20. Water and Moisture — Hazard of electric shock — Do not use this product near water or in rainy/moist situations.

21. Placing or Moving — Do not place on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. A product and cart combination should be  moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

22. Power Sources — The CA-920
    Compact Power Adapter should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. Regarding other power sources such as battery power, refer to instructions in this manual.

23. Polarization — The CA-920 Compact Power Adapter is equipped with a polarized 2-prong plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).
    The 2-prong polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace  your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

24. Power Cord Protection — Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay  particular attention to plugs and the point from whichthe cords exit the product.

25. Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna is connected to the product, be sure the antenna is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National  Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA No.
    70—1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting  structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure 1.
    

26. Lightning — For added protection of this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to  the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

27. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna  system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

28. Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

29. 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.

30. Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

31. Damage Requiring Service — 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 those controls that are covered by the operation instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will  often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
    e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
    f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance. This indicates a need for service.

32. Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that are specified by Canon or that have the same characteristics as the original part.
    Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

33. Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating order.

34. Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

When replacement of power supply is required, please return it to the responsible nearest Canon Service Center and please replace it with the same type number CA-920.
The Adapter can be used with a power supply between 100 and 240 V AC. Contact your Canon dealer for information about plug adapter for overseas use.

The XH G1S / XH A1S – A Broad Range of Capabilities

Ultimate HD Quality
Improved lens with 20x zoom The lens features not only 20x zoom but also improved operability thanks to the knurled focus, zoom, and iris rings. In addition, you can now manually focus while using the zoom.
3CCD system By using three 1/3-in. CCDs (each with a total of 1.67 mega pixels and 1,440×1,080 effective pixels), the camcorder offers a horizontal resolution of 800 TV lines, the highest in HDV standard.
DIGIC DV II image processor The next generation of Canon’s video processing engine ensures optimal video quality and color reproduction for high- definition video.

Versatile Artistic Expression
HDV native 1080/24p, 1080/30p recording Use the 24F or 30F mode for video recordings compliant with native recordings according to HDV specifications ( 42). Whatever your video needs –TV programs, commercials, music videos or movies– you can shoot it with the XH G1S / XH A1S. Custom presets Enjoy unparalleled image control to deliver the “look” you want. The camcorder offers 23 customizable parameters you can easily save and exchange as custom preset  files ( 89).

Advanced Professional Features
Pro level connectivity An industry-standard HD/SD SDI terminal for uncompressed HD signal output, embedded audio and SMPTE time code (LTC) are just a few of the features of the XH G1S that give it the functionality of professional  broadcast cameras.
Synchronization Genlock synchronization, as well as a TIME CODE terminal, allow the XH G1S to be part of any multi-camera shooting setup.
Enhanced customization Custom functions ( 97) and custom display ( 103) options give you even more freedom to control many aspects of the camcorder’s operation.
And More
Audio options The camcorder is equipped with two sets of XLR audio input terminals with phantom power supply. Record audio using both audio inputs or combine one audio input and the built-in microphone. You can also activate the audio peak limiter ( 51) to avoid distortions during manual audio level adjustment.
Reduced audio noise Unwanted audio noise due to vibrations has been reduced as a result of an improvement to the external microphone holder’s design.
Added and improved functionality Push AE ( 59) • Gain fine-tuning in 0.5 dB increments ( 64) •
Focus limit ( 40) • Eye cup attachment ( 19) • Selective NR ( 71) • Audio output level selection (83) • and more!

About this Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Canon XH G1S / XH A1S. Please read this manual carefully before you use the camcorder and retain it for future reference. Should your camcorder fail to operate correctly, refer to Troubleshooting (145).

Conventions Used in this Manual

• : Precautions related to the camcorder’s 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.
• Brackets [ ] and capital letters are used to refer to menu options as they are displayed on screen.
• In tables in the manual, menu options in boldface indicate the default setting.
• “Screen” refers to the LCD screen and the viewfinder screen.
• “Card” or “Memory card” refers to an SDHC memory card, an SD memory card or a MultiMedia Card (MMC).
• Photographs in the manual are simulated pictures taken with a still camera.
• : Text that applies only to the model shown in the icon.
• Illustrations in the manual show the XH G1S.

Trademark Acknowledgements

• Canon is a registered trademark of Canon Inc.
• is a trademark.
• HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. (JVC).
• is a trademark.
• Other names and products not mentioned above may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
• ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS  EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2 PATENT PORTFOLIO, WHICH LICENSE IS AVAILABLE FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE 300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206.

About the HD/HDV and SD/DV Specifications
In the manual, a distinction is made between video signal standards (camera section) and recording standards (recorder section). The video signal can be set to HD (high definition) or SD (standard definition) specifications; the recording standard on the tape will be HDV or DV, respectively. 

Checking the Supplied Accessories

The serial number of this product can be found at the battery attachment unit of the camcorder. Write down the number and other information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.

Date of Purchase:
Purchased From:
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.:
Model Name: XH G1S A / XH A1S A
Serial No.:

Components Guide

Left side view

button ( 92)

Right side view

Front view

26. 11| CARD access indicator ( 114)| 23| Battery attachment unit ( 16)
    12| Battery/memory card compartment ( 16)| 24| BATT. RELEASE latch ( 16)

Using tripods
Do not use tripods with mounting screws longer than 5.5 mm (0.2 in.) as this may cause damage to the camcorder. To use tripods featuring 3/8″ mounting screws, attach first the supplied tripod adapter base and attach the tripod to the  adapter base.
About the Terminal
(LANC) stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The terminal allows you to connect and control connected devices. Connect only devices with the mark to the terminal.
Operation cannot be guaranteed for connections with devices not bearing the mark.
Some buttons of connected devices may not operate or may operate differently than the buttons on the camcorder.

Top view

26. 11| CARD access indicator ( 114)| 23| Battery attachment unit ( 16)
    12| Battery/memory card compartment ( 16)| 24| BATT. RELEASE latch ( 16)

WL-D5000 Wireless Controller

Preparing the Power Supply

Charging the Battery Pack
Disconnect the DC coupler from the compact power adapter before charging. Remove the terminal cover of the battery pack.

1. Connect the power cord to the compact power adapter.

2. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

3. Attach the battery pack to the compact power adapter.
   • Press lightly and slide the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks.
   • The charge indicator starts flashing. The indicator will stay on when the charging is completed.

4. When the charging is completed, remove the battery pack from the compact power adapter.

5. Unplug the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect it from the compact power adapter.

Attaching the Battery Pack

1. Turn the dial to OFF.
2. Push the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert the battery all the way into the compartment and press gently until it clicks.
4. Close the battery compartment cover.

To Remove the Battery

1. Turn the dial to OFF.
2. Push the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow to open the battery compartment cover.
3. Press the BATT.RELEASE latch left and pull out the battery.
4. Close the battery compartment cover.

Using a Household Power Outlet

1. Turn the dial to OFF.

2. Attach the DC coupler to the camcorder.
   Open the battery compartment cover and slide the DC coupler all the way into the compartment and press gently until it clicks.

3. Connect the power cord to the power adapter.

4. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

5. Connect the DC coupler to the adapter.

6. Pass the cable through the special slot and close battery compartment cover.

7. Detach the DC coupler after use.
   Open the battery compartment cover, press the BATT.RELEASE latch left and pull out the DC coupler.

About the Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery
This camcorder has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery to retain the date, time and other settings.
The built-in battery is recharged every time you use the camcorder. However, when you use the camcorder for only short periods or do not use it for a period of over 3 months, it will discharge completely. In that case, recharge the built-in  battery by powering the camcorder from a power outlet and leaving it with the dial set to OFF for at least 24 hours.

• Disconnect the DC coupler from the compact power adapter when charging a battery pack.

• Turn off the camcorder before connecting or disconnecting the compact power adapter.

• If the compact power adapter is used close to a TV, it may cause picture interference. Move the compact power adapter away from the TV or the antenna cable.

• Do not connect to the compact power adapter any products not expressly recommended for use with this camcorder.

• If you connect a faulty compact power adapter or battery pack, the charge indicator turns off and charging will stop.

• The charge indicator serves also as an indication about the charge status.
  0-50%: Flashes once per second
  50-75%: Flashes twice per second
  More than 75%: Flashes 3 times per second
  100%: Continuously on

• We recommend charging the battery pack in temperatures between 10 °C and 30 °C (50 °F and 86 °F). The charging time will vary depending on the surrounding temperature and the battery’s initial charge condition.

• In cold places the effective usage time of the battery will decrease.

• We recommend that you prepare battery packs 2 to 3 times longer than you think you might need.

• To conserve battery power, turn off the camcorder instead of leaving it in record pause mode.

• USA and Canada only: The Lithium ion/polymer battery that powers the product is recyclable. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for information on how to recycle this battery.

• Charging, Recording and Playback Times
  The following times are approximate and vary according to the charging, recording and playback conditions.

Battery Pack| BP-930| BP-945| BP-950G| BP-970G|
---|---|---|---|---|---
Charging Time with the CA-920 Compact Power Adapter| 145 min.| 220 min.| 235 min.| 320 min.|
:H DV, Recording and Playback Times| BP-930| BP-945| BP-950G| BP-970G
Maximum Recording Time| Viewfinder [NORMAL]| 150 min.| 220 min.| 315 min.| 430 min.
Viewfinder [BRIGHT]| 145 min.| 215 min.| 305 min.| 430 min.
LCD screen [NORMAL]| 145 min.| 215 min.| 305 min.| 430 min.
LCD screen [BRIGHT]| 140 min.| 210 min.| 295 min.| 420 min.
Typical Recording Time| Viewfinder [NORMAL]| 90 min.| 135 min.| 190 min.| 260 min.
Viewfinder [BRIGHT]| 90 min.| 130 min.| 185 min.| 260 min.
LCD screen [NORMAL]| 85 min.| 130 min.| 185 min.| 255 min.
LCD screen [BRIGHT]| 85 min.| 125 min.| 175 min.| 245 min.
Playback Time| LCD screen [NORMAL]| 160 min.| 240 min.| 335 min.| 475 min.
(Dv, Recording and Playback Times| BP-930| BP-945| BP-950G| BP-970G
Maximum Recording Time| Viewfinder [NORMAL]| 165 min.| 245 min.| 345 min.| 490 min.
Viewfinder [BRIGHT]| 160 min.| 240 min.| 340 min.| 485 min.
LCD screen [NORMAL]| 160 min.| 240 min.| 335 min.| 475 min.
LCD screen [BRIGHT]| 155 min.| 230 min.| 325 min.| 460 min.
Typical Recording Time| Viewfinder [NORMAL]| 95 min.| 145 min.| 205 min.| 295 min.
Viewfinder [BRIGHT]| 95 min.| 145 min.| 205 min.| 295 min.
LCD screen [NORMAL]| 95 min.| 140 min.| 200 min.| 275 min.
LCD screen [BRIGHT]| 90 min.| 140 min.| 195 min.| 280 min.
Playback Time| LCD screen [NORMAL]| 175 min.| 265 min.| 370 min.| 530 min.

Preparing the Camcorder

Attaching and Detaching the Eye Cup
Attaching the Eye Cup
Attach the eye cup so that it covers the rubber portion of viewfinder unit.

• The dioptric adjustment lever can be operated even with the eye cup attached.
• For left eye use, attach the eye cup so that the protruding portion faces the opposite side.
  

Detaching the Eye Cup
Detach the eye cup as shown in the illustration.

Dioptric Adjustment
Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment lever.

Do not let the viewfinder be exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light sources. The viewfinder LCD may become damaged due to concentration of the light by the lens. Pay special attention when mounting the camcorder on a tripod,  or during its transportation.

Using the LCD Display

1. Slide the OPEN switch in the direction of the arrow to unlock the LCD panel.
2. Pull out the LCD panel.
3. Rotate the LCD panel and adjust it to the desired position.

• You can change the LCD display to black & white ( 21).
• By default, the viewfinder display is turned off while you use the LCD panel. However, you can change the settings to be able to use both displays simultaneously ( 21).

Adjusting the Viewfinder/LCD Display
You can adjust the brightness, contrast, color, sharpness and backlight* of the viewfinder/LCD display.
These adjustments will not affect your recording.

• The default value is [BRIGHT] while using the power adapter.

  1. Press the MENU button.

  2. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the dial.

  3. Select [CVF SETUP] (to adjust the viewfinder) or [LCD SETUP] (to adjust the LCD display), and then select [BRIGHTNESS], [CONTRAST], [COLOR], [SHARPNESS] or [BACKLIGHT].

  4. Adjust the setting with the SELECT/SET dial and press the dial.
     After the adjustment you will return to the previous submenu. Change additional settings in the same way as necessary.

  5. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Using the Viewfinder and the LCD Display Simultaneously
By default, the viewfinder display is turned off while you use the LCD display. Follow the procedure below to use both of them simultaneously.

1. Press the MENU button.
2. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the dial.
3. Select [CVF+LCD ON], set it to [ON] and press the dial.
4. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Changing the Viewfinder and the LCD Display to Black & White Display
The LCD display and the viewfinder are both color displays. Follow the procedure below to turn both of them to black & white display mode.

1. Press the MENU button.
2. Turn the SELECT/SET dial to select [DISPLAY SETUP/ ] and press the dial.
3. Select [CVF+LCD BW], set it to [ON] and press the dial.
4. Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Attaching an External Microphone

1. Loosen the microphone lock screw on the viewfinder unit, open the microphone holder and insert the microphone.
2. Tighten the lock screw.
3. Plug the microphone cable to the camcorder’s XLR terminal or MIC terminal.

• The microphone must have a diameter of 25 mm or less.
• To use an external microphone with a diameter too small for the microphone holder to close securely, attach first the supplied adjustment band to the microphone holder and then insert the microphone.

Fastening the Grip Belt
Adjust the grip belt so that you can reach the zoom lever with your index and middle finger, and the START/STOP button with your thumb.

Attaching the Shoulder Strap
Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust the length of the strap.

Attaching the Lens Hood
Attach the lens hood to protect the lens and shade it from stray light.

1. Place the lens hood on the front of the lens so that the window for the external Instant AF sensor faces down and turn it 90 degrees clockwise.
   • Be careful not to deform the lens hood.
   • Make sure that the lens hood is aligned with the thread.

2. Tighten the locking screw.

Opening and Closing the Terminal Covers

Open the covers for the following terminals in order to access them.

HD/SD SDI terminal
GENLOCK terminal
TIME CODE terminal*
VIEWFINDER COMPONENT OUT terminal| HD/SD COMPONENT OUT terminal
A/V1 and terminals
HDV/DV and (headphones) terminals
VIDEO 2 terminal
---|---

Opening the Terminal Covers

1. Open the terminal cover and pull it out.
2. Grasp the strip connecting the cover to the camcorder and pull.
   This step is not necessary for the HD/SD SDI terminal and VIDEO 2 terminal.

Closing the Terminal Covers
Insert into the opening the strip connecting the cover to the camcorder and close the terminal.

****If the connecting strip is difficult to grasp, use a pair of tweezers or similar tool.

Using the Wireless Controller

When you press the buttons on the wireless controller, point it at the camcorder’s remote sensor.

Inserting the Batteries
The wireless controller operates with two AA (R6) batteries.

1. Open the battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries following the + and –markings.
3. Close the battery cover.

• The camcorder and wireless controller are equipped with 2 remote sensor modes ( 111). If the wireless controller does not work, verify that the camcorder and wireless controller are set to the same mode.
• When the camcorder cannot be operated with the wireless controller, or when it can only be operated at very close range, replace the batteries. Make sure to replace both batteries at the same time.
• The wireless controller may not work properly when the remote sensor is located under strong light sources or direct sunlight.

Loading/Removing a Cassette

Use only videocassettes marked with the logo. For recording in HDV we recommend you use videocassettes designed for HDV recording.

1. Slide the OPEN/EJECT switch to open the cassette compartment cover.
   The cassette compartment opens automatically.

2. Load/remove the cassette.
   • Insert the cassette straight, fully into the compartment with the window facing out.
   • Remove the cassette by pulling it straight out.

3. Close the cassette compartment by pressing on the mark on the cover.
   The cassette compartment will retract automatically.

4. Close the cassette compartment cover.

• Do not interfere with the cassette compartment while it is opening or closing automatically.
• Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the cassette compartment.
  If the camcorder is connected to a power source, cassettes can be loaded/removed even if the dial is set to OFF.

CANON CONSUMER DIGITAL VIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE UNITED STATES
The limited warranty set forth below is given by Canon U.S.A., Inc. (“Canon USA”) with respect to Canon Consumer Digital Video Equipment (the “Equipment”) purchased in the United States. This limited warranty is only effective upon presentation of your Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase.
The Equipment is warranted under normal, non-commercial, personal use, against defective materials or workmanship as follows:
Parts: Defective parts will be exchanged for new parts or comparable rebuilt parts for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase, except for a defective Video Head, which will be exchanged for a period of three months from the date of purchase.
Labor: For a period of ONE YEAR from the date of original purchase, labor will be provided free of charge by our factory service centers or designated service facilities located in the United States.
When returning Equipment under this warranty, you must pre-pay the shipping charges, and you must enclose the Bill of Sale or other proof of purchase with a complete explanation of the problem. During the ONE-YEAR warranty  period, repairs will be made and the Equipment will be return-shipped to you free of charge. For repairs after the warranty period is over, you will be given an estimate of the cost of repair and an opportunity to approve or disapprove of the repair expense before it is incurred. If you approve, repairs will be made and the Equipment will be return-shipped to you. (shipping charges apply). If you disapprove, we will return-ship the equipment at no charge to you.
Non-Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which may be distributed with, or factory loaded on, the Equipment, are sold “AS IS” without warranty of any kind by Canon USA, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The sole warranty with respect to such non-Canon brand items is given by the manufacturer or producer thereof. If the Equipment contains a hard disk drive, Canon USA recommends that data stored on that drive be duplicated or backed up to prevent its loss in the event of failure or other malfunction of such drive.
Canon USA shall have no responsibility under this limited warranty for use of the Equipment in conjunction with incompatible peripheral equipment and incompatible software.
In order to obtain warranty service, contact the authorized Canon retail dealer from whom you purchased the Equipment or call the CANON INFORMATION CENTER AT 1-800-OK-CANON). You will be directed to the nearest service facility for your Equipment.
This Limited Warranty covers all defects encountered in normal use of the Equipment and does not apply in the following cases:
A) Loss or damage to the Equipment due to abuse, mishandling, accident, improper maintenance, or failure to follow operating instructions;
B) If the Equipment is defective as a result of leaking batteries, sand, dirt or water damage;
C) If defects or damages are caused by the use of unauthorized parts or by service other than by Canon USA’s factory service centers or authorized service facilities;
D) If the Equipment is used for commercial or industrial use.
This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinet (exterior finish), video cassette tape, head cleanings, nor does it apply to Equipment purchased outside the United States. This warranty does not cover units sold to rental firms, military  operations, hotels, schools, hospitals or for other commercial, industrial, or institutional applications. These uses are covered only by such specific warranty as Canon may issue with such sales.
This Limited Warranty does not apply to accessories or consumables for the Equipment, which are sold “AS IS”, without warranty of any kind by Canon USA.
Please retain this warranty card and your Bill of Sale as a permanent record of your purchase. This card is most important in order to be sure you are contacted right away should there be a safety inspection, modification or product recall  under applicable laws or regulations.
NO IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE APPLIES TO THIS EQUIPMENT AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF EXPRESS WARRANTY OR GUARANTY,  EXCEPT AS  MENTIONED ABOVE, GIVEN BY ANY PERSON, FIRM OR CORPORATION WITH RESPECT TO THIS EQUIPMENT SHALL BIND THE UNDERSIGNED (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG  AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU). CANON USA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, EXPENSE FOR SUBSTITUTE  EQUIPMENT OR SERVICE, STORAGE CHARGES, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OR CORRUPTION OF DATA STORED ON THE EQUIPMENT’S HARD DRIVE, OR ANY OTHER  SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR  CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT, REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED, AND EVEN IF CANON USA HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST CANON USA BE GREATER THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE EQUIPMENT SOLD BY CANON USA AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE FOREGOING, YOU ASSUME ALL RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND TO OTHERS AND THEIR  PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EQUIPMENT NOT CAUSED DIRECTLY BY THE NEGLIGENCE OF CANON USA. (SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU).THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER OF THIS  EQUIPMENT OR THE PERSON FOR WHOM IT WAS PURCHASED AS A GIFT.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
CANON U.S.A., INC.

USA
CANON U.S.A., INC. NEW JERSEY OFFICE
100 Jamesburg Road, Jamesburg, NJ 08831 USA
CANON U:S.A., INC. CHICAGO OFFICE
100 Park Blvd., Itasca, IL 60143 USA
CANON U:S.A., INC. LOS ANGELES OFFICE
15955 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618 USA
CANON U:S.A., INC. HONOLULU OFFICE
210 Ward Avenue, Suite 200, Honolulu, HI 96814 USA
If you have any questions, call the Canon U.S.A. Information Center
toll-free at 1-800-828-4040 (USA only).

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