Canon XF100 User Manual

b Synchronizing with an External Device
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b Synchronizing with an External Device
Using genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camcorder's video signal to that of an external video
device. Similarly, using an external time code signal, you can synchronize this camcorder's time code to the
external signal. Using the external time code signal with multiple cameras allows you to set up a multi-camera
recording. You can also output the time code signal from this camcorder to achieve the same result. If you
output the time code from the HD/SD SDI terminal to an editing device, the editor can create video with the
same time code.
Connecting an External Device
When synchronizing the camcorder to an external signal, input a reference
video signal* or a time code signal through the GENLOCK/TC terminal. The
GENLOCK/TC terminal acts as both a Genlock and time code terminal.
When using a time code signal, set the terminal to input or output in
advance (see below).
* For the reference video signal, you can use an analog blackburst or tri-level signal.
Using a Reference Video Signal
(Genlock Synchronization)
When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or tri-level signal) is input
through the GENLOCK/TC terminal, the phases of the camcorder's V and
H sync will automatically be synchronized to it. The phase difference
between the external Genlock signal and the camcorder is initially set to 0.
The H phase can be adjusted within the range of approximately ±0.4 H (HD
equivalent).
1 Open the [Genlock/TC Term.] submenu.
[J Other Functions] [Genlock/TC Term.]
2 Select [Gen/TC In] and then press SET.
3 Open the [Genlock Adjust.] submenu.
[J Other Functions] [Genlock Adjust.]
4 Adjust the phase to the desired level and then press SET.
• You can adjust the phase within -1023 to 1023. When selecting more
than 999 or less than -999, set the first field to 10 or -10, respectively.
Using a Time Code Signal
An external SMPTE-standard LTC timing signal received from the
GENLOCK/TC terminal will be recorded as the time code. The user bit of
the external timing signal can also be recorded. Before connecting the
device, set the GENLOCK/TC terminal to input. Also, you must set the
running mode of the time code to [Free Run] (0 69).
Operating modes:
Operating modes:
[J Other Functions]
[Genlock/TC Term.]
[Gen/TC In]
[J Other Functions]
[Genlock Adjust.]
[J Other Functions]
[Genlock/TC Term.]
[Gen/TC In]
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Canon XF100 Specifications

General

Sensor type	CMOS
Total megapixels	2.37 MP
Optical sensor size	1/3 \
Effective megapixels (movie)	2.07 MP
Filter size	58 mm
Digital zoom	6 x
Optical zoom	10 x
Image stabilizer	Yes
Focal length range	4.25 - 42.5 mm
Interchangeable lens	-
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	30.4 - 304 mm
Memory slots	2
Camcorder media type	Memory card
Disc types supported	No
Compatible memory cards	CF, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Maximum memory card size	32 GB
Internal storage capacity	- GB
Focus adjustment	Auto/Manual
Scene modes	Backlight, Spotlight
Light exposure modes	Auto
Camera shutter speed	1/3 - 1/2000 s
Display diagonal	3.5 \
Viewfinder resolution	260000 pixels
Viewfinder screen size	0.24 \
Photo effects	Black&White
Camcorder type	Handheld camcorder
Image processor	DIGIC DV III
Minimum illumination	0.7 lx
Product color	Black
Video resolutions	1280 x 720, 1440 x 1080, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Maximum frame rate	50 fps
Video formats supported	MPEG2, MXF
Maximum video resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels
USB 2.0 ports quantity	USB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
Component video (YPbPr/YCbCr) out	1
Battery capacity	- mAh
Battery life (max)	- h
Operating temperature (T-T)	-5 - 45 °C

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	268 mm
Width	139 mm
Height	191 mm
Weight	1120 g