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Summary of Contents for Canon XA15:
1. Introduction
8
About this Manual
8
Conventions Used in this Manual
8
Supplied Accessories
10
Names of Parts
11
2. Preparations
16
Attaching the Ferrite Core
16
Charging the Battery Pack
16
Preparing the Camcorder
19
Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit
19
Attaching the Handle Unit
19
Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap
20
Using the Viewfinder
20
Adjusting the LCD Screen
21
Grip Belt and Straps
22
Basic Operation of the Camcorder
24
Turning the Camcorder On and Off
24
Setting the Camera Mode
25
Using the Touch Screen
25
Using the FUNC. Button and Joystick
26
First Time Settings
27
Setting the Date and Time
27
Changing the Language
28
Changing the Time Zone
28
Using the Menus
29
Using a Memory Card
31
Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder
31
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
32
Initializing a Memory Card
32
Selecting the Memory Card for Recordings
33
Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4)
34
3. Recording
35
Recording Movies and Photos
35
Recording in AUTO Mode
35
Recording in Manual Mode
37
Reviewing the Latest Scene Recorded
39
Selecting the Recording Mode (Video Quality)
40
Dual Recording and Relay Recording
41
Selecting the Frame Rate
42
Slow & Fast Motion Recording
43
CINEMA Mode and Cinema-Look Filters
45
Focus Adjustment
47
Manual Focus
47
Autofocus
49
Face Detection & Tracking
50
Zooming
52
Using the Focus/Zoom Ring
52
Using the Zoom Rockers
53
Using the Touch Screenâs Zoom Controls
54
Soft Zoom Control
55
Digital Tele-Converter
55
Advanced Image Stabilization
56
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
57
Automatic Exposure Recording Programs
58
Exposure Adjustment
60
Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program
60
Exposure Compensation
61
White Balance
63
Special Scene Recording Programs
65
Looks and Other Image Effects
67
Selecting a Look
67
Adjusting Picture Settings
67
Setting the Time Code
69
Selecting the Running Mode
69
Selecting Drop Frame or Non-Drop Frame
70
Setting the User Bit
71
Recording Audio
72
Audio Settings and Recorded Audio Channels
72
Connecting an External Microphone or External Audio Input Source to the Camcorder
73
Using Line Input or an External Microphone Connected to an INPUT Terminal
73
Recording Audio to Channel 2 (CH2)
74
Audio Recording Level (INPUT Terminals)
74
Adjusting the Microphoneâs Sensitivity (INPUT terminals)
75
Activating the Microphoneâs Attenuator (INPUT terminals)
75
Using the Built-in Microphone or an External Microphone Connected to the MIC Terminal
76
Switching the Input (MIC Terminal)
76
Audio Scenes
76
Audio Recording Level (Built-in Microphone/MIC Terminal)
77
Microphone Directionality (Built-in Microphone)
78
Audio Equalizer (Built-in Microphone)
79
Wind Screen (Built-in Microphone)
79
Microphone Attenuator (Built-in Microphone)
80
Low Cut Filter (MIC Terminal)
80
Microphone Attenuator (MIC Terminal)
81
Using Headphones
82
Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal
83
Recording Color Bars
83
Recording an Audio Reference Signal
83
Video Snapshot
84
Pre-Recording
85
Onscreen Displays and Data Code
86
Infrared Recording
87
Activating Infrared Mode
87
Using the GP-E2 GPS Receiver
88
Connecting the GPS Receiver
88
4. Customization
90
CUSTOM Dial and Button
90
Assignable Buttons
91
Changing the Assigned Function
91
Using an Assignable Button
92
Saving and Loading Menu Settings
93
Saving Menu Settings to a Memory Card
93
Loading Menu Settings from a Memory Card
93
5. Playback
94
Playing Back Video
94
Adjusting the volume
95
Displaying scene information
96
Capturing Photos During Movie Playback
97
Deleting Scenes
98
Deleting a Single Scene
98
Deleting Scenes from the Index Screen
98
Dividing Scenes
100
Trimming Scenes
101
6. External Connections
102
Connecting to an External Monitor
102
Connection Diagram
102
Selecting the Terminal Used For Output
103
Using the HD/SD-SDI Terminal
103
Using the HDMI OUT Terminal
103
Using the AV OUT Terminal
104
Audio Output
105
Synchronizing the Video with the Audio being Monitored
105
Selecting the Audio Channel
105
7. Photos
107
Viewing Photos
107
Photo Jump Function
108
Deleting Photos
109
Deleting a Single Photo
109
Deleting Photos from the Index Screen
109
8. Saving/Sharing Recordings
110
Saving Movies to a Computer
110
Transferring Movies to the Computer
111
Copying Recordings Between Memory Cards
112
Copying Scenes from the Movie Index Screen
112
Copying a Single Photo
112
Copying Photos from the Index Screen
113
Converting Movies to MP4 Format
114
Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
115
In High Definition
115
In Standard Definition
115
9. Additional Information
117
Appendix: Menu Options Lists
117
FUNC. Menu
117
Setup Menus
118
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays
127
Troubleshooting
131
List of Messages
135
Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions
140
Camcorder
141
Battery Pack
142
Memory Card
142
Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery
143
Disposal
143
Maintenance/Others
144
Cleaning
144
Condensation
144
Viewing the Certification Logo
144
Using the Camcorder Abroad
145
Optional Accessories
146
Specifications
149
Reference Tables
152
Approximate recording times
152
Approximate number of photos
152
Charging, Recording and Playback Times
153
Index
155
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Published: 2019-11-08 00:00:00
Updated: 2023-07-20
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Table of Contents
×
1. Introduction
8
About this Manual
8
Conventions Used in this Manual
8
Supplied Accessories
10
Names of Parts
11
2. Preparations
16
Attaching the Ferrite Core
16
Charging the Battery Pack
16
Preparing the Camcorder
19
Attaching the Microphone Holder Unit
19
Attaching the Handle Unit
19
Using the Lens Hood and Lens Cap
20
Using the Viewfinder
20
Adjusting the LCD Screen
21
Grip Belt and Straps
22
Basic Operation of the Camcorder
24
Turning the Camcorder On and Off
24
Setting the Camera Mode
25
Using the Touch Screen
25
Using the FUNC. Button and Joystick
26
First Time Settings
27
Setting the Date and Time
27
Changing the Language
28
Changing the Time Zone
28
Using the Menus
29
Using a Memory Card
31
Memory Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder
31
Inserting and Removing a Memory Card
32
Initializing a Memory Card
32
Selecting the Memory Card for Recordings
33
Selecting the Movie Format (AVCHD/MP4)
34
3. Recording
35
Recording Movies and Photos
35
Recording in AUTO Mode
35
Recording in Manual Mode
37
Reviewing the Latest Scene Recorded
39
Selecting the Recording Mode (Video Quality)
40
Dual Recording and Relay Recording
41
Selecting the Frame Rate
42
Slow & Fast Motion Recording
43
CINEMA Mode and Cinema-Look Filters
45
Focus Adjustment
47
Manual Focus
47
Autofocus
49
Face Detection & Tracking
50
Zooming
52
Using the Focus/Zoom Ring
52
Using the Zoom Rockers
53
Using the Touch Screenâs Zoom Controls
54
Soft Zoom Control
55
Digital Tele-Converter
55
Advanced Image Stabilization
56
Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Limit
57
Automatic Exposure Recording Programs
58
Exposure Adjustment
60
Using the Manual Exposure Recording Program
60
Exposure Compensation
61
White Balance
63
Special Scene Recording Programs
65
Looks and Other Image Effects
67
Selecting a Look
67
Adjusting Picture Settings
67
Setting the Time Code
69
Selecting the Running Mode
69
Selecting Drop Frame or Non-Drop Frame
70
Setting the User Bit
71
Recording Audio
72
Audio Settings and Recorded Audio Channels
72
Connecting an External Microphone or External Audio Input Source to the Camcorder
73
Using Line Input or an External Microphone Connected to an INPUT Terminal
73
Recording Audio to Channel 2 (CH2)
74
Audio Recording Level (INPUT Terminals)
74
Adjusting the Microphoneâs Sensitivity (INPUT terminals)
75
Activating the Microphoneâs Attenuator (INPUT terminals)
75
Using the Built-in Microphone or an External Microphone Connected to the MIC Terminal
76
Switching the Input (MIC Terminal)
76
Audio Scenes
76
Audio Recording Level (Built-in Microphone/MIC Terminal)
77
Microphone Directionality (Built-in Microphone)
78
Audio Equalizer (Built-in Microphone)
79
Wind Screen (Built-in Microphone)
79
Microphone Attenuator (Built-in Microphone)
80
Low Cut Filter (MIC Terminal)
80
Microphone Attenuator (MIC Terminal)
81
Using Headphones
82
Color Bars/Audio Reference Signal
83
Recording Color Bars
83
Recording an Audio Reference Signal
83
Video Snapshot
84
Pre-Recording
85
Onscreen Displays and Data Code
86
Infrared Recording
87
Activating Infrared Mode
87
Using the GP-E2 GPS Receiver
88
Connecting the GPS Receiver
88
4. Customization
90
CUSTOM Dial and Button
90
Assignable Buttons
91
Changing the Assigned Function
91
Using an Assignable Button
92
Saving and Loading Menu Settings
93
Saving Menu Settings to a Memory Card
93
Loading Menu Settings from a Memory Card
93
5. Playback
94
Playing Back Video
94
Adjusting the volume
95
Displaying scene information
96
Capturing Photos During Movie Playback
97
Deleting Scenes
98
Deleting a Single Scene
98
Deleting Scenes from the Index Screen
98
Dividing Scenes
100
Trimming Scenes
101
6. External Connections
102
Connecting to an External Monitor
102
Connection Diagram
102
Selecting the Terminal Used For Output
103
Using the HD/SD-SDI Terminal
103
Using the HDMI OUT Terminal
103
Using the AV OUT Terminal
104
Audio Output
105
Synchronizing the Video with the Audio being Monitored
105
Selecting the Audio Channel
105
7. Photos
107
Viewing Photos
107
Photo Jump Function
108
Deleting Photos
109
Deleting a Single Photo
109
Deleting Photos from the Index Screen
109
8. Saving/Sharing Recordings
110
Saving Movies to a Computer
110
Transferring Movies to the Computer
111
Copying Recordings Between Memory Cards
112
Copying Scenes from the Movie Index Screen
112
Copying a Single Photo
112
Copying Photos from the Index Screen
113
Converting Movies to MP4 Format
114
Copying Recordings to an External Video Recorder
115
In High Definition
115
In Standard Definition
115
9. Additional Information
117
Appendix: Menu Options Lists
117
FUNC. Menu
117
Setup Menus
118
Appendix: Onscreen Icons and Displays
127
Troubleshooting
131
List of Messages
135
Safety Instructions and Handling Precautions
140
Camcorder
141
Battery Pack
142
Memory Card
142
Built-in Rechargeable Lithium Battery
143
Disposal
143
Maintenance/Others
144
Cleaning
144
Condensation
144
Viewing the Certification Logo
144
Using the Camcorder Abroad
145
Optional Accessories
146
Specifications
149
Reference Tables
152
Approximate recording times
152
Approximate number of photos
152
Charging, Recording and Playback Times
153
Index
155
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