Canon cinema EOS C100 Mark II User Manual

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Preparing the Camcorder
Preparing the Camcorder
This section outlines the basic preparations for the camcorder such as attaching a lens and attaching the 
modular units (handle unit, grip unit, etc.) to the camcorder. The modular units extend the camcorder's 
functionality so you can choose the configuration that best fits your needs and shooting conditions.
Preparing the Lens
As much as possible, attach and remove the lens quickly and in a clean environment free of dust. Refer also to 
the...

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• When a compatible lens is attached to the camcorder (A121) and the focus mode is set to AF, you can have 
the lens retract automatically when the camcorder's power is turned off.
Removing an EF Lens
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Hold down the lens release button and turn the lens all the 
way in the direction of the arrow until it stops.
3 Remove the lens and replace the body cap to the 
camcorder and the dust cap to the lens.
Peripheral Illumination Correction
Depending on...

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Preparing the Camcorder
NOTES
• No correction will be applied in the following cases:
- When correction data is not available for the attached lens.
- When using non-Canon lenses. Even if the [Periph. Illum. Corr.] setting is available (not grayed out), setting it 
to [Off] is recommended.
• About lens correction data:
- The camcorder contains a register of correction data for most compatible lenses that were available at the 
time the camcorder went on sale. Correction data for future lenses will be...

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Configuring the Modular Units
Attaching and Removing the Handle Unit
The handle unit extends the camcorder’s audio capabilities, adding XLR terminals as well as a built-in stereo 
microphone.
Attaching the Handle Unit
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Insert the attachment base at the bottom of the handle unit to 
the camcorder’s accessory shoe.
3 Tighten the handle unit’s lock screw while gently pressing it 
down.
4 Connect the handle unit’s cable to the camcorder’s EXT 
terminal,...

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Removing and Attaching the Grip Unit
The grip unit comes originally attached to the camcorder. You can remove it and replace it with the thumb rest 
should the minimal configuration be necessary. While the grip unit is not attached, you will not be able to use the 
control dial and MAGN. button/assignable button 7.
Removing the Grip Unit
1 Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Unscrew the grip unit’s lock screw and gently detach the 
grip unit.
• The grip unit contains an internal...

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Using the Viewfinder
Adjusting the Viewfinder
1 Adjust the viewfinder’s angle as necessary.
• The viewfinder's angle can be adjusted up to 68°.
2 Turn on the camcorder and adjust the dioptric adjustment 
lever.
• You can press the VIEWFINDER button to turn the 
viewfinder on and off.
Attaching and Detaching the Eye Cup
Attach the eye cup so that it covers the rubber portion of the 
viewfinder unit.
• The dioptric adjustment lever can be operated even with the eye 
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Using the OLED Panel
1 Pull the OLED panel 180 degrees to the left.
• The OLED panel can be pulled to the left 270 degrees so that 
the screen can be viewed from the side.
2 Push the OLED panel up or down to adjust it to the 
desired angle of view.
NOTES
• If you are not using the viewfinder during a long recording, we 
recommend turning it off.
• While recording with the OLED panel facing toward the subject, 
you can set [£ OLED/VF Setup] > [OLED Mirror Image] to 
[On] to flip...

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NOTES
• If you set an assignable button to [OLED Setup] or [Viewfinder Setup] (A107), you can press the button to 
open the respective submenu.
• You can also press the DISP. button and hold it pressed for about 3 seconds to turn the OLED [Luminance] 
setting on and off.
Adjusting the Color Balance of the OLED Screen
As times passes, the color balance of the OLED screen may change 
gradually. You can adjust the color balance of the OLED screen to 
compensate for this change.
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Attaching a Shoulder Strap
Pass the ends through the strap mount and adjust 
the length of the strap.
IMPORTANT
• Be careful not to drop the camcorder when attaching 
or adjusting the shoulder strap.
Removing and Attaching the Terminal Covers
You can remove the covers of the camcorder's terminals to access them more easily.
Removing the Terminal Covers
Open the terminal cover and gently pull it straight out.
Attaching the Terminal Covers
Insert the connecting strip into the...

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Using an SD Card
SD Cards Compatible for Use with the Camcorder
You can use commercially available Secure Digital (SD) cards with this to save clips, photos, custom picture files 
and camera setting files. Initialize SD cards (A42) when you use them with this camcorder for the first time.
Compatible SD Cards
As of October 2014, the recording function has been tested using memory cards made by Panasonic, Toshiba 
and SanDisk. For details about SD cards tested for use with this...