Basic RecordingAfter the battery is correctly attached, a tape is inserted and you have setup thecamera’s manual functions (white balance, the iris, the shutter and focussing) its timeto record!.

basic recording

Canon XL1 User Manual

XL 1

optical image stabilizer

continuous shooting mode

zebra pattern

digital effects

optional accessories

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Important Usage Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Introducing the XL1

Mounting and Removing XL Lenses

lens settings

Adjusting the Viewfinder Unit

Attaching the External Microphone

Powering the XL1

Loading a Cassette

cassette memory

Supporting the Camera

Selecting from the Menus

Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamps

Setting the Date and Time

Basic Recording

Zooming (for Zoom Lenses)

Turning the SuperRange Optical Image Stabilizer On/Off

Using the ND Filter (for appropriate lenses)

Taking Still Pictures (Photo Mode)

Choosing the Movie Mode (Normal/Frame)

Searching and Reviewing While Recording

Using the Various Recording Programs

Activating the Slow Shutter

Selecting the Audio Mode

Setting the Audio Input — Two Channel Recording

Setting the Audio Input — Four Channel Recording

Making a Sound Check

Fading In and Out Between Scenes

Setting the Self-Timer

manual focus

Adjusting the Exposure

Using AE Shift

Using the Zebra Pattern

Adjusting the Gain

Adjusting the White Balance

Playing back a Cassette

Displaying Data Code

Connections for Playback on a TV Screen

Editing to a VCR

Selecting the Audio Output

Notes on Using the Batteries

installing the backup battery

Camera Holding Styles

Maintenance

using the camera abroad

Troubleshooting

The XL1 System Diagram

Optional Accessories

Finding Your Way Around the XL1

Screen Displays

caution phrases

Specifications

Index

power sources

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mounting and removing xl lenses

loading and unloading a cassette

easy recording

adjusting the focus

using ae shift

playing back a cassette

insert a tape

setting the white balance

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