Canon cinema EOS C500 PL User Manual

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4K Workflow Overview
4K Workflow Overview
The following illustrates the typical 4K workflow for this camera.
Shoot in 4K mode ( A60) and record 4K RAW data using an external recorder connected to the 
camera’s 3G-SDI terminals ( A41).
 Insert a CF card into the camera to record an MXF clip simultaneously with the 4K RAW data 
(A 63).
 Develop the RAW data using the  Cinema RAW Development software (A152) to generate full-
quality data.
• You can also generate proxy data with the software.
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Color Grading with the ACES Workflow
ACESproxy10: ACESproxy10 video data that is output from the MON. 2 terminal when performing on-set color grading. Use the [  4K/2K/MXF]  > [MON. 1 & 2]  > [ACESPX10] setting to enable 
ACESproxy10 output.
ASC-CDL: Refers to the list that contains color grad ing adjustment data. This step requires equipment 
compatible with ASC-CDL.
IDT: Input Device Transform. Refers to the table us ed for converting color information of the input 
device to...

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Preparations
Preparing the Power Supply
You can power the camera using a battery pack or directly using the compact power adapter. If you connect the 
compact power adapter to the camera while a battery pack is attached, the camera will draw power from the 
power outlet.
Charge battery packs before use. For approximate char ging times and recording/playback times with a fully 
charged battery pack, refer to 
Charging Times ( A 200) and Recording and Playback Times (A 200).
Using a Battery Pack
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Attaching the Battery Pack
1Set the Q switch to OFF.
2 Slide the BATT. OPEN switch in th e direction of the arrow and open 
the battery compartment cover.
3 Insert the battery pack all the wa y into the compartment as shown 
in the illustration and press it gently toward the left until it clicks.
4 Close the battery compartment cover.
Removing the Battery Pack
1Set the  Q switch to OFF.
2 Slide the BATT. OPEN switch in th e direction of the arrow and open 
the battery...

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Preparing the Power Supply
Press the BATT. INFO button to display the remaining battery charge (for 5 
seconds). Depending on the battery life, the battery information may not be 
displayed.
NOTES
• The first time you use a battery pack , fully charge it and then use the 
camera until the battery pack is completely exhausted.  Doing so will ensure that the remaining recording time 
will be displayed accurately.
• Repeatedly charging and discharging the battery pack will eventually shorten its battery...

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Turning the Camera On and Off
The camera has two operating modes: CAMERA ( ) mode for making recordings and MEDIA ( ) 
mode for playing back recordings. Select the operating mode using the  Q switch.
To turn on the camera
Set the  Q  switch to CAMERA for   mode or MEDIA for 
 mode.
• If a message appears prompting you to open the MON./3G-SDI  terminal cover, open the cover  to shoot in 4K or 2K mode.
To turn off the camera
Set the  Q  switch to OFF.
CAMERA mode MEDIA mode:...

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Date, Time and Language Settings
Date, Time and Language Settings
Setting the Date and Time
You will need to set the date and time of the camera before you can start using it. When the camera’s clock is 
not set, the [Date/Time] screen will appear automatically with the first field selected (month or day, depending on 
the country/region of purchase).
1 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to change the month/day then move (Ð) to the 
next field.
• To move to the next field you can also...

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Displaying the Date and Time while Recording
You can display the date and time on the screen.
1 Press the MENU button.
2 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select [£ LCD/VF Setup]. 
3 Select [Custom Display 2] and then [Date/Time] in a similar fashion.
4 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the information to display.
• Select [Off] to record without displaying the date and time.
5 Press SET and then press the MENU button to...

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Using the Menus
Using the Menus
In   mode, many of the camera’s functions can be adjusted from the menu for general settings, which 
opens after pressing the MENU button. You can also register frequently used menu settings in a customized 
submenu (My Menu) for easy access. In   mode, pre ss the MENU button to open the menu for general 
settings or SET to open the clip menu for clip operat ions. For details about the available menu options and 
settings, refer to 
Menu Options ( A 167).
Selecting an...

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5 Push the joystick right or press SET.
• The orange selection frame will appear on a setting option.
• Press the CANCEL button to return to the previous submenu.
6 Push the joystick up/down or turn the SELECT dial to select the desired setting option and then press SET.
• Depending on the menu item, additi onal selections may be necessary.
7 Press the MENU button to close the menu.
NOTES
• Unavailable items may appear grayed out.
• Pressing the MENU button at any time closes the...