Canon XL-H1 - 3CCD High Definition Camcorder User manual

XL H1HD CAMCORDER
IMAGE . CONTROL . INTEGRATION .
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THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER
The High Definition era has arrived. Television
production, movie-making, and every other video-
content creation sector today demands a professional
and affordable means of capturing superior-quality,
widescreen moving images. The solution is Canon’s
XL H1, the revolutionary HD Camcorder with an
unprecedented array of broadcast-quality professional
features. These include uncompressed HD-SDI
(SMPTE 292M)/SD-SDI (SMPTE 259M) video output,
Genlock input, and SMPTE time code input/output for
multi-camera shoots. Equipped with a Genuine Canon
20x HD zoom lens, Total Image Control, selectable
frame rates, and sophisticated image processing, the
XL H1 is the HD camcorder engineered for broadcast
ENG, documentaries, filmmaking, and commercial
video production.
THE CANON XL H1
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•Genuine Canon 20x HD zoom lens with Super-Range
Optical Image Stabilization
•Three native 16:9 CCD's (1440 X 1080)
•1080 HD resolution with choice of 60i, 30F, or 24F capture
•Total Control of every image parameter
•Uncompressed HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M) and SD-SDI
(SMPTE 259M) output
•Genlock input for multi-camera shoots
•SMPTE time code input and output
•Two or four-channel audio recording with independent
level controls
•Canon’s DIGIC DV II HD DSP chip for true HD
signal image processing by 1440 x 1080,
4:22 color sampling

Native 16:9 HD CCDs
The XL H1 features three 1/3” native 16:9 CCD's with 1.67 million pixels (1440 x 1080) for each
primary color. The result is outstanding resolution and picture quality, highly accurate color
reproduction, and a wide dynamic range with virtually no color noise.
Frame Rates
In today’s production world, flexibility has never been more important.
The XL H1 is designed to meet the demands of even the most diverse
production assignments. Capture and output video in 60i, 30F, or 24F.
In conjunction with the XL H1’s Total Image Control, a wide range of
“looks”can be obtained: from the clarity of ENG to the beauty of film
and episodic TV. (Optional 50i, 25F frame rate upgrade available)
Total Image Control
The XL H1 allows boundless creativity with over 23 individually
adjustable image controls; the perfect look is always within reach.
Console Image Control & Storage Software
Canon's optional CONSOLE software enables users to control and
adjust the XL H1 from a laptop or desktop computer. These controls
include waveform and vectorscope monitor displays and the ability
to record XL H1 video directly to a computer's hard drive.
Genuine Canon Optics
Canon is a worldwide leader in designing and manufacturing
lenses for professional photography and broadcast television.
The XL H1’s 20x HD zoom lens with SuperRange Optical Image
Stabilization leverages Canon’s decades of expertise and
delivers HD and SD video images of stunning clarity.
Industry Standard Connection Terminals
Four BNC connectors provide: Genlock input to synchronize a
multi-camera, live-switched production environment; SMPTE time
code input and output to facilitate editing and other post-production
processes; and uncompressed digital HD and digital SD output
through HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M and SMPTE 259M). The 1.485 Gigabit
per second output of the XL H1's HD-SDI terminal provides a raw,
uncompressed HD signal with 4:2:2 color sampling.
THE ULTIMATE HD CAMCORDER
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The XL H1’s high-performance 20x HD zoom lens
leverages Canon’s decades of optical expertise.
Featuring Canon’s XL lens mount, the XL H1’s 20x HD
lens provides a range from 38.9mm* to 778mm, and
delivers the ultimate in clarity and image quality. Along
with Canon’s Fluorite lens technology, this
lens produces images with outstanding resolution,
contrast, color reproduction, and minimal chromatic
aberration. The lens incorporates Canon’s SR
* (equivalent to 35mm photography, 16:9 aspect ratio)
multi-coating for minimizing ghosting and veiling of
the image. Canon’s HD auto-focus algorithim delivers
the accuracy users need. And two built-in Neutral
Density (ND) filters provide added image control. The
1/6 ND setting reduces exposure by two stops; the
1/32 ND setting reduces exposure by five stops. These
provide controls for bright, sunlit exteriors or depth of
field for cinematic look. A focus distance readout in the
viewfinder assists in setting manual focus.
GENUINE CANON OPTICS
SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization
The Canon 20x HD lens features a gyro sensor that
detects motion and continuously adjusts a Vari-Angle
Prism (VAP) to eliminate jitter and shake. Canon’s
SuperRange Optical Image Stabilization
technology then re-examines the image
after it has been received by the CCD,
and sends additional information to the
VAP that further refines its movements,
thereby enhancing the performance of the
stabilizer. As a result, camera shake is
corrected, even when handheld at long
focal lengths or when the camera is in motion.
Lens Presets
Program the Canon 20x HD lens to memorize
any given focus or zoom point and return to
that point with the touch of a button.
Interchangeable Lenses
Featuring Canon’s XL lens mount, the XL H1 can be
fitted with a wide array of optional lenses. Canon’s
EF Adapter XL enables users to attach many of Canon’s EF
photographic lenses to achieve specialized image capture
for telephoto and other applications.
Zoom Control and Speed
The XL H1's zoom control can be operated from its lens grip,
carrying handle (for low-angle shots), lens zoom ring, wireless
controller, or optional wired controller. Zoom-speed operation
can be variable (pressure-sensitive) or constant (16 separate
speed levels).
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DIGIC DV II
Canon's exclusive next-generation DiG!C DV II HD Digital Signal Processing chip processes the HD
signal at 1440 x 1080 with 4:2:2 color sampling. XL H1 has the ability, through dual processors, to
simultaneously record video and still images. Digital still images can be recorded in either digital
color space or video color space.
Tw o Built-In Digital Still Cameras
In addition to the capture and recording of motion video,
the XL H1 can also capture digital still images and store
them on a Memory Card. Still images can be captured at full
HD (1920 x 1080) resolution in either video color space or
digital camera color space. Still images captured in video
color space also include time code and camera set-up
metadata. Still images captured in digital still color space
include EXIF metadata. Also, as in conventional still cameras,
the XL H1 includes: Auto exposure bracketing, selectable
metering modes, continuous shooting and the use of select
optional EOS flashes.
GENUINE CANON OPTICS
Frame Overlays
The XL H1’s 16:9 color LCD viewfinder includes aspect
guides for industry-standard picture formats, including:
4:3, 13:9, 14:9, 1.66:1, 1.75:1, 1.85:1, and 2.35:1. Safe
Area Indicators can also be superimposed to show 80
percent and 90 percent safe-title and picture-safe areas.
Additional viewfinder framing overlays include a Center
Mark crosshair and a Level Mark.
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TOTAL IMAGE CONTROL
Creating the perfect look requires total control over the image. The XL H1 provides Total Image Control
of more than 23 variables, all independently adjustable.
•Gain Settings
-3dB, Auto, 0dB, +3db, +6dB, +12dB, and +18dB
•White Balance
The XL H1's electronic white balance process calibrates the picture for accurate color display in different lighting
conditions (i.e., sunlight versus indoor incandescent). White balance modes include:
• Auto (128 segment metering TTL)
• Indoor (3200˚ K, 128-segment metering TTL)
• Outdoor (5600˚ K, 128-segment metering TTL)
• Manual Select (set and save two white-balance presets)
• Color Temperature Mode (color temperature
adjustable in 100°K increments from 2,800°K to 12,000°K)
•Gamma (NORMAL, CINE 1, and CINE2)
The NORMAL setting is used when images are to be viewed on a TV monitor. If CINE1 is selected, the resulting
quality and grayscale resemble those of a movie film. This is a gamma adjustment for creating images on TV that
appear like movies. The CINE2 setting is a gamma adjustment for images that are to be transferred to film.
• Knee (AUTO, HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW)
Adjusts the dynamic range (knee point) at the high-brightness end (highlight area) to limit overexposure when
high-brightness subjects are shot. When HIGH is set, over exposure tends to occur more readily, but the scenes
can be shot high-key. When LOW is set, the extent of the overexposure can be limited.
• Black (STRETCH, MIDDLE, PRESS)
This setting adjusts the dynamic range in the black area of the image. When STRETCH is set, the dynamic range
in the black areas is expanded, emphasizing contrast in the dark area, so that the grayscale for black can be
expressed. When PRESS is set, the dynamic range in the black areas is narrowed–the darkness is enhanced
or deepened–so the grayscale for black is reduced.
• Master Pedestal (-9 to +9)
This adjusts the master pedestal of the black, which serves as the video reference. When the cursor is moved in
the [+] direction, the dark areas of the image become brighter, and the contrast is reduced.
• Setup Level (-9 to +9)
For adjusting the black level of the image.
•Sharpness (-9 to +9)
Adjusts the sharpness of images.
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TOTAL IMAGE CONTROL
•Horizontal Detail Frequency (HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW)
This adjusts the center frequency of the H detail.
•Horizontal/Vertical Detail Balance (-9 to +9)
This is for adjusting the horizontal/vertical percentage of detail correction.
•Coring (-9 to +9)
Adjusts the subtle noise components on the screen.
•Noise Reduction 1 (OFF, HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW)
This function is for activating noise reduction that cycles through the fields. The range of the noise
reduction level can be selected.
•Noise Reduction 2 (OFF, HIGH, MIDDLE, LOW)
This function uses an epsilon filter that activates noise reduction in field units. By switching from LOW to
HIGH, the entire screen appears with a smooth and soft presentation. This results in an effect similar to that of
applying the skin detail function over the whole picture.
•Color Matrix (NORMAL, CINE 1, and CINE2)
This adjusts the color during shooting. The NORMAL setting is a matrix based on the assumption that images
will be viewed on a TV monitor. If CINE1 is selected, the resulting quality and grayscale resemble those of a
movie film. This is a matrix for creating images on TV that appear like movies. The CINE2 setting is a matrix that
is for images being transferred to film.
•Color Gain (-9 to +9)
Adjusts the coloring of images.
•Color Phase (-9 to +9)
Used for adjusting the hue of the images.
•Master Red Gain (-9 to +9)
When the cursor is moved in the [+] direction, White Balance shifts toward red; when moved in the [–]
direction, it shifts toward cyan.
•Master Blue Gain (-9 to +9)
When the cursor is moved in the [+] direction, White Balance shifts toward blue; when it is moved in the [–]
direction, it shifts toward yellow.
•Master Green Gain (-9 to +9)
When the cursor is moved in the [+] direction, White Balance shifts toward green; when moved in the [–]
direction, it shifts toward magenta.
•Six Color Matrixes (-9 to +9 each)
R-G: This adjusts the color tint without affecting B (blue).
R-B: This function adjusts the color tint without affecting G (green).
G-R: This function adjusts the color tint without affecting B (blue).
G-B: This adjusts the color tint without affecting R (red).
B-R: Adjusts the color tint without affecting G (green).
B-G: This adjusts the color tint without affecting R (red).
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CONNECTIVITY INPUTS & OUTPUTS
Industry Standard Connection Terminals
•HD-SDI and SD-SDI [SMPTE 259 M, ITU-R BT.656
(optional upgrade)] output. The XL H1 provides
uncompressed 1.485 Gigabit output with 4:2:2 color sampling.
•Genlock input. Synchronize a multi-camera, live-switched
production environment in the studio or on location.
•SMPTE Time Code Input and Output. SMPTE Time Code
can be recorded along with video to facilitate editing during
post-production. The XL H1 can also output Time Code to
other XL H1’s for multi-camera shoots. An external Time
Code generator can also be used to synchronize a number of
cameras or external recording devices. XL H1 Time Code
settings include Drop Frame, Non-Drop Frame, Record-Run,
Free-Run, and User Bit. Time Code hold function is available
for freezing the time code in the EVF.
Interface Jacks
•D-Connection Component Analog Video out,
1080/60i and 480/60i (1080/50i and 576/50i
with optional upgrade),
•S-Video in/out
•Composite video in/out
•XLR Terminals (2) input
•Audio 1 in/out (Channels 1/3 and 2/4)
•Audio 2 in/out (Channels 3 and 4)
•IEEE 1394 (HDV/DV, 4-pin); HDV down-conversion
available to output SD
•Stereo mini-phono jack (3.5mm) headphone terminal
•LANC Terminal
CONNECTIVITY INPUTS & OUTPUTS
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FRAME RATES & FORMATS
The XL H1’s production versatility begins with its capture formats.
Frame rates and video formats include:
•1080/60i (16:9)
•1080/30F (16:9)
•1080/24F (16:9)
•*1080/50i (16:9)
•*1080/25F (16:9)
•*576/50i (16:9 or 4:3)
•576/25F (16:9 or 4:3)
•480/60i (16:9 or 4:3)
•480 30F (16:9 or 4:3)
•480 24F (2:3) TV mode (16:9 or 4:3)
•480 24F (2:3:3:2) film-
transfer mode (16:9 or 4:3)
*Requires an optional upgrade available through
Canon’s Factory Service Center
Note: Actual frame rates are: 59.94, 29.97
and 23.976 fps
Clear Scan
The recording of computer screens or other types of
electronic displays can be adjusted to eliminate the
appearance of black bands and “flicker.” Clear Scan
allows users to adjust the XL H1’s shutter speed from
60.1 Hz to 203.9 Hz to avoid such effects.
Shutter Speed
The XL H1 has over 13 different shutter speeds from 1/3
of a second to 1/15,000 of a second, including 1/48 of
a second to perfectly match that of a film camera.
CONNECTIVITY INPUTS & OUTPUTS / FRAME RATES & FORMATS
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These modes are designed for everyday shooting situations and for special
circumstances. They include:
•TV Mode
“TV” stands for Time Value; in this mode the XL H1 automatically sets the lens aperture for a proper
exposure based on the shutter speed that has been selected.
•AV Mode
“AV” stands for Aperture Value; in this mode the XL H1 automatically sets the shutter speed
necessary for proper exposure when the aperture has been selected.
•Manual Mode
This mode provides control of both the shutter speed and aperture, giving the user a viewfinder
display of both selections, as well as a bar and pointer display of how the chosen combination
handles the light levels as metered by the XL H1.
•Spotlight Mode
This mode delivers the proper exposure in situations where the subject in the center of the frame is
brightly lit, but the background is dark.
•Night Mode
Designed for situations in which light levels fall, this mode automatically selects lower shutter speeds
to deliver a proper exposure, down to 1/4 or 1/3 second, depending on the frame rate.
•Easy Recording (Green Mode)
A “point-and-shoot” mode automatically controls and locks shutter and aperture, focus, gain, and
white balance settings.
•Auto Mode
Similar to Easy Recording Mode, Auto Mode allows for manually changing shutter and aperture,
focus, gain, and white balance settings.
•AE Shift
When in Auto, TV, or AV Modes, engaging AE Shift enables the user to make adjustments in the base
setting for the camcorder’s AE programs.
•AE Lock
This holds exposure to a particular setting, preventing unplanned exposure changes with a
moving subject.
PROGRAM AUTO EXPOSURE
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The XL H1 offers Skin Tone Detail to minimize imperfections such as blemishes and wrinkles. A zebra pattern
in the viewfinder, which alternates with the normal picture, assists users in defining the desired area by adjusting
hue, chroma, area, and Y level. Once these have been adjusted, the overall intensity may be selected
(OFF, LOW, NORMAL, HIGH).
Six Custom Presets (stored in the XL H1’s internal
memory) lets users save Total Image Control choices for
later recall. An additional 20 Custom Presets can be
stored on an SD Memory Card or even be e-mailed for
easy transfer to multiple XL H1s. In both Camera Mode
and VCR Mode, two Custom Keys can be defined for
customized shooting; these keys can be retrieved as
needed. Canon’s optional Console software provides
additional Image Control via a laptop or desktop
computer, which can be used to adjust all of the functions
of the XL H1 and then transfer them to the camcorder.
PROGRAM AUTO EXPOSURE / CUSTOM PRESETS / SKIN TONE DETAIL
CUSTOM PRESETS
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SKIN TONE DETAIL
PROGRAM AUTO EXPOSURE / CUSTOM PRESETS / SKIN TONE DETAIL

NOMENCLATURE
1Stereo microphone
2Stereo/Mono microphone selector
3Viewfinder
4Focus lever
5Eye cup
6Lens hood
7Focus ring
8Zoom ring
9ND filter operating ring
10 ND filter unlock button
11 STABILIZER ON/OFF switch
12 POSITION PRESET switch
13 EVF PEAKING/EVF MAGNIFYING buttons
14 BARS/FADE ON/OFF button
15 BARS/FADE SELECT button
16 RECORD REVIEW button
17 MENU button
18 FRAME RATE switch
19 MODE SELECT switch
20 LIGHT button
21 POWER indicator
22 POWER dial
23 Focus selector
24 AF switch/ POSITION PRESET ON/SET switch
25 EXP. LOCK button
26 LENS RELEASE switch
27 SET button
28 IRIS dial/SELECT dial
29 GAIN dial
30 WHITE BALANCE dial
31 END SEARCH button
32 WHITE BALANCE button
33 AUDIO MONITOR button
34 STANDBY button
35 CH 3 and CH 4 AUDIO dials
36 CH 1 and CH 2 AUDIO dials
37 INPUT SELECT switch
38 REC LEVEL switch
39 FRONT MIC ATT switch
40 REC CH SELECT switch
41 INPUT SELECT switch
42 REC LEVEL switch
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43 Handle zoom lever
44 Handle START/STOP control
45 Handle PHOTO button
46 PHONES LEVEL dial
47 phones terminal
48 HDV indicator, HDV/DV IN/OUT terminal, L terminal
49 LINE/MIC switch
50 +48V switch
51 MIC ATT switch
52 S-VIDEO terminal
53 VIDEO terminal (BNC)
54 RCA/BNC selector
55 VIDEO terminal (RCA)
56 AUDIO 2 terminals (RCA)
57 AUDIO 1 terminals (RCA)
58 XLR input terminals CH 1/3
59 XLR input terminals CH 2/4
60 COMPONENT OUT terminal
61 TC IN terminal
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62 TC OUT terminal
63 HD/SDI terminal
64 GEN. LOCK terminal
65 Battery pack
66 BATTERY RELEASE button
67 Videocassette compartment
68 START/STOP button and Focus &
Zoom preset controls
69 PHOTO button
70 Grip zoom lever
71 Lens hood locking screw
72 Screw hole for adapter holder
73 CUSTOM PRESET ON/OFF and SELECT
74 CUSTOM KEYS 1/2
75 EVF DISPLAY button
76 AE SHIFT dial
77 LOCK lever
78 FRONT MIC terminals
79 Microphone cable
80 Videocassette record/play controls
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NS COMMERCIALS MUSIC VIDEOS DOCUMENTARIES
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COMBINATION EVF/LCD VIEWFINDER
Zebra Pattern
An adjustable zebra pattern is provided from 70 to 100 IRE
Black and White Mode
The XL H1 viewfinder may be switched between color and
black & white to match a user’s personal preference.
EVF Displays
The XL H1 has the ability of 4 selectable levels of shooting
data, including image only, no data. This feature allows
the camera operator to concentrate on the image without
being distracted by information overlay.
Indication Lights
A warning illuminates to indicate non-standard shutter,
gain, and status of record/pause.
Focusing Aides
Accurate focus is critical to HD. The XL H1 has 2 built-in
focusing aides which are peaking and magnifying. Peaking
overlays an outline around the subject when it is in focus.
Magnifying is a 2x enlargement of the central portion
of the screen
CUSTOM KEYS
Color Bars
The XL H1 provides industry standard SMPTE color
bars for accurate monitor calibration.
1kHz Reference Tone
A 1kHz reference tone (-12dB or -20dB) can be selected
for recording with the color bars.
In DV mode, the XL H1 provides the choice
to record 16-bit (48 KHz) or 12-bit
(32 KHz) audio. Select from locked
or unlocked.
Four individual audio-level
controls in the XL H1’s audio-settings panel provide full control
over the sound as it is recorded. And in addition to its front mic
terminal, two rear-mounted XLR inputs are mic/line-level
selectable and can provide Phantom Power (+48dB).
For four-channel XLR audio input, Canon offers
the optional MA-300 Microphone Adapter, with
two additional XLR connectors. Four RCA
audio input/output terminals on the XL H1’s
rear connector bay provide additional
flexibility, and a stereo mini- jack is also
included for audio monitoring.
XL H1 is equipped with a 2.4” combination EVF/LCD viewfinder. This design allows precise viewing and
LCD for distance viewing.
AUDIO
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COMBINATION EFV-LCD VIEWFINDER / CANON CONSOLE IMAGE CONTROL & STORAGE SOFTWARE
Console’s REC PANEL is comprised of five optional windows. Using Console and a well-calibrated external video monitor
to accurately view XL H1 video, the REC PANEL gives users total control over all aspects of the image and XL H1
camera functions. The windows include:
•Rec Viewer—video, a clip counter, audio meter/controls, color/monochrome setting, split-screen,
and zebra levels
•Camera Control—remote control of most camera functions
• Vector and Waveform Monitors—professional features for checking
color and brightness
•Focus Assist—zoom in electronically or go to black & white
to adjust focus
•Custom Preset—offers multiple settings for total image control
Console’s PLAY PANEL features three optional windows that allow users to review
what they have recorded or to call up any existing clips or stills that may be
stored on a hard drive or a memory card.
The three windows are:
•The Play Viewer—displays selected clip with a running counter (which does not match the camera’s time code).
A slider lets users alter playback speed, and audio monitor settings appear as well.
•File Browser—enables users to select which clip is playing in the Play Viewer window. The left side features a browser
to locate the clip on the hard drive. The right side displays a key frame from the clip with date, size, length, and file
type information.
•Vector and Waveform Monitors—for critical evaluation of recorded clips.
CANON CONSOLE SOFTWARE
Canon Console is an advanced next-
generation software product developed
to address the creative needs of XL H1
users. Combining traditional aspects of
a camera control unit or motion-picture-
style “video village,” Console can be
accessed from a laptop or desktop
computer. Whether it’s changing basic
camera settings such as f-stops or white
balance, or carefully “painting” the video
images being captured for a cinematic
look, Console gives users the software
tools they need for full creative expression.
Features of Console include live video,
vector scope, and waveform monitoring
of the XL H1’s video signal on a laptop
or desktop computer screen. Users can
also capture XL H1 video direct to a
computer’s hard drive. Console is a great
asset for artistic video capture, whether
shooting is done on location or in a studio.
Console is simply and conveniently
arranged in two basic environments, the
REC PANEL and the PLAY PANEL. All of
Console’s windows are contained in one of
these two environments. When footage is
being captured, the REC PANEL contains
all the options needed to control camera
functions and “tweak” the look of the
image. Whey footage is being played back,
the PLAY PANEL is used. Both basic
environments can be displayed or
hidden using the first two buttons on the
Console toolbar, or through pull-down
menus at the top of the screen. Users can
access as many or as few of Console’s tools
as they wish. Console is easy to operate
and it allows users learn its features quickly
as they experiment with them while
shooting with the XL H1.
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FS-72U Filter Set
Ultraviolet, neutral density, and circular polarizing filters enable creative
control of challenging lighting conditions.
Extender XL 1.6x
Attach this extender between a Canon XL lens and the XL H1 to boost
the focal length of the lens by 1.6x.
EF Adapter XL
This allows users to attach Canon EF lenses to the XL H1. The difference
in size between the XL H1’s 1/3-inch CCD’s and 35mm film means that
the effective focal length of still camera lenses is multiplied by 8.8x
(4:3)/7.2x (16:9).
ZR-2000 Remote Zoom Controller
When connected to the LANC terminal of a Canon camcorder, this
device can be used to control recording start/stop, focusing, and
16 different zoom speeds. The ZR-2000 is especially useful when the
XL H1 is mounted on a tripod and maximum stability is desired.
ACCESSORIES
KIT CONTENTS
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
FU-2000 Color Viewfinder Unit
Convenient for remote viewing, the FU-2000 connects to the color
viewfinder socket of the XL H1. It can also connect to the optional
ZR-2000 Zoom Remote Controller for full remote viewing and control.
MA-300 Microphone Adapter
The MA-300 provides two additional XLR
terminals, allowing the user to connect and use
unbalanced microphones on all four channels.
FU-1000 Monochrome CRT Viewfinder Unit
Professional quality B&W viewfinder with a
1.5-inch CRT. (Allows power to be supplied
from the CA-920 AC Adapter or optional CB-920 Car Battery Adapter;
the battery adapter supplied with the FU-1000 is not required.
Attach the DC Coupler directly to the XL H1, and connect it with
the CA-920/CB-920.
TA-100 Tripod Adapter
The TA-100 allows users to quickly mount/unmount the XL H1 on/from
a tripod.
SBR-1000 Shooting Brace
Using the SBR-1000 for additional support of the video camera with
the neck strap is designed to increase comfort during long shoots.
CB-920 Car Battery Adapter
Use a 12-24V DC negative ground battery automobile battery to
power the XL H1 or to charge battery packs while driving. The
CB-920 plugs into a car’s cigarette lighter socket.
CH-910 Dual Battery Charger/Holder
This unit can charge two battery packs consecutively. Users can also
power the XL H1 by connecting it to the CH-910 with charged battery
packs. When users attach two battery packs, a battery pack can be
exchanged without interrupting the power
supply.
HC-3200 System Case
A solid, lockable case that provides safe
and stylish protection for the XL H1 during
transportation and storage.
BP-970G Battery Pack
Provides over 35% more recording time than the BP-950G.
PROFESSIONAL ACCESSORIES
*20x Zoom Lens XL 5.4-108mm f/1.6-3.5 L IS
•20x professional L-series Fluorite zoom lens.
•Zoom and focus presets.
•Super Range Optical Image Stabilization, (2)
built-in ND filters, manual focus and zoom rings,
and a Push AF button.
*16x Zoom Lens XL 5.5-88mm f/1.6-2.6 IS II
•16x zoom lens.
•Resolves 600 TV lines exceeding the DV standard of
500 TV lines for extraordinary sharpness.
•Super Range Optical Image Stabilization, (2)
built-in ND filters, manual focus and zoom rings,
and a Push AF button.
*Wide-Angle 3x Zoom Lens XL 3.4-10.2mm f/1.8-2.2
•This 3.4mm-10.2mm short zoom lens is ideal for interior and
studio shooting as well as landscapes.
*16x Manual Servo Zoom Lens XL 5.4-86.4mm f/1.6
•Fully manual focus with markings.
•Power or manual zoom with markings.
•Auto or manual iris.
•(2) ND filters (ND2.7 and ND5)
* For standard definition use.
XL H1 Camcorder Body
HD 20x Zoom XL 5.4-108mm L ISII
CA-920 Compact Power Adapter
DC-920 DC Coupler
BP-950G Battery Pack
SDC-16M Memory Card
SL-D5000 Wireless Controller
SS-1000 Shoulder Strap
Adapter Holder
DTC-1000 Component Video Cable
AC Cable
Microphone Unit
PC-A10 Skirt Adaptor
2 AA Batteries
Camcorder Dust Cap
Lens Hood
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Power Supply: 7.4 V DC (battery pack)
Power Consumption: 7.8W (recording with autofocus, HD 20x L IS Lens mounted, HD mode)
Television System: HD High Definition Video (HDV) 1080/60i; SD EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields)
NTSC color signal
Video Recording System: Rotary head, helical scanning, digital component recording; HDV High Definition Video 1080i;
DV Consumer digital VCR SD system.
Audio Recording System: HDV MPEG-1 audio layer 2/MPEG-2 audio layer 2, 16-bit (48 kHz);
Transfer rate: 384 kbps (2 CH);
DV PCM digital sound, 16-bit (48 kHz/2 CH) or 12 bit (32 kHz/4CH)
Image Sensor: 1/3-inch CCD x 3 (horizontal pixel shift), approx. 1,670,000 pixels. Effective pixels: HDV,
approx. 1,560,000; DV 4:3, approx. 1,170,000; DV 16:9, approx. 1,560,000.
Tape Format: Videocassettes bearing the “MiniDV” mark
Tape Speed: HDV 18.81 mm/s (0.74 ips); DV SP: 18.81 mm/s (0.74 ips), DV LP: 12.56 mm/s (0.49 ips).
Maximum Recording Time (60 min. cassette): HDV 60 min.; DV SP 60 min.; DV LP 90 min.
Fast-forward/Reverse Time: Approx. 2 min. 20 sec. (60 min. cassette)
Viewfinder: 2.4 in. wide, 16:9 aspect ratio TFT color, approx. 215,000 pixels, RGB delta configuration.
Microphone: Stereo electret condenser microphone
Frame Rate: 60i, 30F, 24F (2:3 and 2:3:3:2)
Lens Mount: XL interchangeable lens system
Image Stabilizer: Optical system (VAP), (20x zoom XL 38.9-778mm L IS installed)
AF System: TTL autofocus, manual focusing with focus ring (with HD 20x L IS Lens)
White Balance: Auto white balance, pre-set white balance (indoor, outdoor), custom white balance,
or color temperature setting
Minimum Illumination: 0.5 lux (with HD 20x L IS lens, 60i/30F mode, Manual mode, _ shutter, f 1.6, Gain 18 dB)
Recommended Subject Illumination: More than 100 x (60i/30F)
Input/Output Terminals (Level / Impedance): HDV/DV Terminal Special 4-pin connector (IEEE 1394 compliant) input/output
HD/SD-SDI Terminal BNC jack, output only, 0.8 Vp-p/75 ohms, unbalanced.
SD- SDI 480/60i: SMPTE 259M. HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M
S-Video Terminal 1 Vp-p/75 ohms (Y signal), 0.286 Vp-p/75 ohms (C signal)
Video Terminal RCA jack/BNC jack, 1 Vp-p/75 ohms unbalanced
Audio Out Terminals RCA jack (L, R) 2 sets, -10 dBv (47 kohm load, full-scale -12
dB)/3 kohms or less, unbalanced
Audio In Terminals FRONT MIC: ø3.5 stereo mini jack (unbalanced), ATT: 20 dB
-55 dBv (Auto mode)/600 ohms
Max: -67 dBv (Manual mode, max. volume)
AUDIO 1, 2: RCA jack (unbalanced)
-10 dBv/47 kohms
REAR: XLR jack (pin1: shield, pin2: hot, pin3: cold), ATT: 20 dB
-54 dBv (Auto mode)/600 ohms (LINE/MIC switch set to MIC)
0 dBv (Auto mode)/600 ohms (LINE/MIC switch set to LINE)
Max 1: -66 dBv (Auto mode,
REAR MIC Gain Up 12 dB)
Max 2: -66 dBv (Manual mode, max. volume)
Max 3: -78 dBv (Manual mode, max. volume, REAR MIC Gain Up 12 dB)
GENLOCK Terminal BNC jack, input only, 1 Vp-p/75 ohms
TC-IN Terminal BNC jack, input only, 0.5 V-1.8 Vp-p/10 kohms
TC-OUT Terminal BNC jack, output only 1 Vp-p/75 ohms
Headphone Jack: ø3.5mm stereo mini; -23.5 dBv (16 ohm load)/50 ohms
Editing (LANC) Terminal: ø2.5mm stereo mini-jack
Operating Temperature: 0-40 ˚ C (32 -104 ˚ F)
Dimensions (WxHxD): 226 x 220 x 496 mm (8.9 x 8.7 x 19.5 in.)
Weight (Camcorder body only): 2435 g (5.4 lb.)
Total Equipped Weight: 8.3 lb. (3.75kg)
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS / ACCESSORIES
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