XL1 / XL1S various posts

May 29th, 2002, 08:38 AM

Hi

I am having problems removing the on screen display on the XL1 without the remote control as I think the IR is dead, does anyone know of a way to do this??

Many Thanks

Paul McCarthy

Chris Hurd · May 29th, 2002, 09:14 AM

On the original XL1 (not the newer XL1S), there are only three ways to toggle the on-screen display on or off:

1. Using the wireless remote control that came with the camera,

2. Using the Canon ZR-1000 wired remote controller,

3. Using the VariZoom VZ-Pro-LX wired remore controller.

It can't be done on the camera itself. See my FAQ at www.dvinfo.net/xl1faq.htm under "The EVF display appears on my monitor. How do I get rid of it?" -- hope this helps,

Patrick Coker · May 29th, 2002, 09:51 AM

thanks a lot...for the answer and the rule

May 29th, 2002, 06:55 PM

So heres what happened.
Went to this trade show called e3. Had some sorry 8mm Camcorder with me to cover the show from a media standpoint. well um, that doesn't work to well. So I decided that for next year, we would go Big, because we have a huge audience. We will have Video and all kinds from next years show.

Back to the point though. We sprang out and we have an XL1s coming to us. Over the months we will get the feel for it covering other events and doing basic things to learn the camera before we use it in a real real professional manner.

The audio question comes in that when the next show (or any event) comes around I will need some pretty good audio. It's going to be pretty loud all around me, and I need to upgrade the audio stuff so that I can hear who I am interviewing, I think I need a directional mic. I'm new to all this, I wanna be able to record with great audio, and edit on my laptop.

What types of software and things will I need for Audio, and if you have some video tips, throw them in for me too.

Thanks guys

Eduardo Mayen · May 29th, 2002, 10:20 PM

Ok, i can live with the 95 ire setting. How do i make them appear on the eyepiece.

Ken Tanaka · May 30th, 2002, 12:25 AM

Simply turn on the zebra display.

John Klein · May 30th, 2002, 01:12 AM

menu
cam set
zebra - on

Zebra level is the next item in that menu

I kinda like 90 IRE. It let's me know a little in advance of getting to hot.

Justin Chin · May 30th, 2002, 12:25 PM

Hi everyone,

I'm looking to run some test shoots with a PAL XL1s with my mini35 adapter. So if you live in the California Bay Area region and are willing to combine forces, we should talk. I'd like to shoot test charts and do some general shooting. It would take only a half a day plus it's nice to meet others in your area.

Thanks,

May 30th, 2002, 01:39 PM

How do I work this?
So heres what happened.
Went to this trade show called e3. Had some sorry 8mm Camcorder with me to cover the show from a media standpoint. well um, that doesn't work to well. So I decided that for next year, we would go Big, because we have a huge audience. We will have Video and all kinds from next years show.

Back to the point though. We sprang out and we have an XL1s coming to us. Over the months we will get the feel for it covering other events and doing basic things to learn the camera before we use it in a real real professional manner.

The audio question comes in that when the next show (or any event) comes around I will need some pretty good audio. It's going to be pretty loud all around me, and I need to upgrade the audio stuff so that I can hear who I am interviewing, I think I need a directional mic. I'm new to all this, I wanna be able to record with great audio, and edit on my laptop.

What types of software and things will I need for Audio, and if you have some video tips, throw them in for me too.

Thanks guys

__________________
The Gaming Admiral.......

Don Palomaki · May 30th, 2002, 03:10 PM

For great interview audio with the XL1, consider adding the MA-100 or MA-200 and an external mic. Wired mics work well for interviews. Some other may have a sugeston as to a good make/model.

In some cases a wireless might be a good choice, if you do not want the camcorder to be teathered to the mic by a cable. Which model depends on your budget. The Samson or Azden UHF models are a moderate price range starting point.

David Phillips · May 31st, 2002, 12:38 AM

A short while back I posted a request for info on the Vari-Zoom Stealth and the main gripe from all was one of size.
I searched around and came up with the 'Be-Bob'.
At roughly the same cost as the VZ I cant fault it, its absolutely superb. It has a centre rocker that fits the thumb nicely and three buttons that fit nicely under the tip of the thumb. My first impression was one of size, as its not that big, but I've had no probs using it, although my thumb is not the most delicate.
There's a web-site at www.bebob.de and is available in the UK from www.hpreston.co.uk
Regards to all

Rob Lohman · May 31st, 2002, 02:49 AM

I'm absoutely no audio specialist or something. But I know there
are directional microphones on the market that (mostly) pick up
only the audio where your point it at (ie not the surrounding).

A good video/audio shop should be able to give you some
information regarding this subject.

May 31st, 2002, 11:36 AM

I went to school for all of this about three years ago. But I've been out of the loop. I shoot on DVC Pro for work but I dont really know what I should be looking for for my own Proffesional Grade camera. I have heard good things about the XL1 but I need to know why it is good. Could some one help me out?

Chris Hurd · May 31st, 2002, 07:49 PM

If the VariZoom Stealth is too small, they have several other models in various sizes. My favorite is the VZ-PG-L. See www.varizoom.com

Chris Hurd · May 31st, 2002, 07:59 PM

Justin, ZGC is here at ShowBiz Expo and I'll speak to them on your behalf about getting a loaner out to you. Considering this is for one of their products, it shouldn't be too difficult, just a matter of scheduling as this is a busy month.

Hopefully you can find somebody locally, but if not, let me know.

May 29th, 2002, 08:38 AM	#331
maccay2k Posts: n/a	XL1 On Screen Dispaly Problems Hi I am having problems removing the on screen display on the XL1 without the remote control as I think the IR is dead, does anyone know of a way to do this?? Many Thanks Paul McCarthy

May 29th, 2002, 09:14 AM	#332
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,368 Images: 513	On the original XL1 (not the newer XL1S), there are only three ways to toggle the on-screen display on or off: 1. Using the wireless remote control that came with the camera, 2. Using the Canon ZR-1000 wired remote controller, 3. Using the VariZoom VZ-Pro-LX wired remore controller. It can't be done on the camera itself. See my FAQ at www.dvinfo.net/xl1faq.htm under "The EVF display appears on my monitor. How do I get rid of it?" -- hope this helps, __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

May 29th, 2002, 09:51 AM	#333
Patrick Coker Regular Crew Join Date: May 2002 Location: Brooklyn,New York Posts: 169	thanks a lot...for the answer and the rule __________________ ...all I need is a crumb!

May 29th, 2002, 06:55 PM	#334
\|TVG\| Admiral Dubb Posts: n/a	How do I work this? So heres what happened. Went to this trade show called e3. Had some sorry 8mm Camcorder with me to cover the show from a media standpoint. well um, that doesn't work to well. So I decided that for next year, we would go Big, because we have a huge audience. We will have Video and all kinds from next years show. Back to the point though. We sprang out and we have an XL1s coming to us. Over the months we will get the feel for it covering other events and doing basic things to learn the camera before we use it in a real real professional manner. The audio question comes in that when the next show (or any event) comes around I will need some pretty good audio. It's going to be pretty loud all around me, and I need to upgrade the audio stuff so that I can hear who I am interviewing, I think I need a directional mic. I'm new to all this, I wanna be able to record with great audio, and edit on my laptop. What types of software and things will I need for Audio, and if you have some video tips, throw them in for me too. Thanks guys

May 29th, 2002, 10:20 PM	#335
Eduardo Mayen Regular Crew Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: LAs Vegas Posts: 32	Zebra lines to 95 ire Ok, i can live with the 95 ire setting. How do i make them appear on the eyepiece. __________________ Eduardo

May 30th, 2002, 12:25 AM	#336
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	Simply turn on the zebra display. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

May 30th, 2002, 01:12 AM	#337
John Klein Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Wisconsin, USA Posts: 182	menu cam set zebra - on Zebra level is the next item in that menu I kinda like 90 IRE. It let's me know a little in advance of getting to hot. __________________ < >< . . . . . < >< . . . . . < ><

May 30th, 2002, 12:25 PM	#338
Justin Chin Major Player Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Oakland, CA Posts: 227	Can I Test Your PAL XL1s ? Hi everyone, I'm looking to run some test shoots with a PAL XL1s with my mini35 adapter. So if you live in the California Bay Area region and are willing to combine forces, we should talk. I'd like to shoot test charts and do some general shooting. It would take only a half a day plus it's nice to meet others in your area. Thanks, __________________ justin www.monsterrocket.com Filmmaker \| Cinematographer

May 30th, 2002, 01:39 PM	#339
\|TVG\| Admiral Dubb Posts: n/a	How do i work this?? How do I work this? So heres what happened. Went to this trade show called e3. Had some sorry 8mm Camcorder with me to cover the show from a media standpoint. well um, that doesn't work to well. So I decided that for next year, we would go Big, because we have a huge audience. We will have Video and all kinds from next years show. Back to the point though. We sprang out and we have an XL1s coming to us. Over the months we will get the feel for it covering other events and doing basic things to learn the camera before we use it in a real real professional manner. The audio question comes in that when the next show (or any event) comes around I will need some pretty good audio. It's going to be pretty loud all around me, and I need to upgrade the audio stuff so that I can hear who I am interviewing, I think I need a directional mic. I'm new to all this, I wanna be able to record with great audio, and edit on my laptop. What types of software and things will I need for Audio, and if you have some video tips, throw them in for me too. Thanks guys __________________ The Gaming Admiral.......

May 30th, 2002, 03:10 PM	#340
Don Palomaki Wrangler Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Northern VA Posts: 4,488	For great interview audio with the XL1, consider adding the MA-100 or MA-200 and an external mic. Wired mics work well for interviews. Some other may have a sugeston as to a good make/model. In some cases a wireless might be a good choice, if you do not want the camcorder to be teathered to the mic by a cable. Which model depends on your budget. The Samson or Azden UHF models are a moderate price range starting point.

May 31st, 2002, 12:38 AM	#341
David Phillips Regular Crew Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Norwich Norfolk UK Posts: 112	Vari-Zoom update A short while back I posted a request for info on the Vari-Zoom Stealth and the main gripe from all was one of size. I searched around and came up with the 'Be-Bob'. At roughly the same cost as the VZ I cant fault it, its absolutely superb. It has a centre rocker that fits the thumb nicely and three buttons that fit nicely under the tip of the thumb. My first impression was one of size, as its not that big, but I've had no probs using it, although my thumb is not the most delicate. There's a web-site at www.bebob.de and is available in the UK from www.hpreston.co.uk Regards to all __________________ David Phillips

May 31st, 2002, 02:49 AM	#342
Rob Lohman RED Code Chef Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Holland Posts: 12,514	I'm absoutely no audio specialist or something. But I know there are directional microphones on the market that (mostly) pick up only the audio where your point it at (ie not the surrounding). A good video/audio shop should be able to give you some information regarding this subject. __________________ Rob Lohman, visuar@iname.com DV Info Wrangler & RED Code Chef Join the DV Challenge \| Lady X Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Buy from the best: DVinfo.net sponsors

May 31st, 2002, 11:36 AM	#343
dawn_crowley Posts: n/a	Kind of new I went to school for all of this about three years ago. But I've been out of the loop. I shoot on DVC Pro for work but I dont really know what I should be looking for for my own Proffesional Grade camera. I have heard good things about the XL1 but I need to know why it is good. Could some one help me out?

May 31st, 2002, 07:49 PM	#344
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,368 Images: 513	If the VariZoom Stealth is too small, they have several other models in various sizes. My favorite is the VZ-PG-L. See www.varizoom.com __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

May 31st, 2002, 07:59 PM	#345
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,368 Images: 513	Justin, ZGC is here at ShowBiz Expo and I'll speak to them on your behalf about getting a loaner out to you. Considering this is for one of their products, it shouldn't be too difficult, just a matter of scheduling as this is a busy month. Hopefully you can find somebody locally, but if not, let me know. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!