Canon 518 SV Camcorder User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
English Edition
Power Zoom Button for Telephoto Power Zoom Button for Wide-Angle
A \ , Film Plane Indicator
N \ / , Slit for Lighting Unit and Filter Cancellation Key
__— Zooming Ring
———— Focusing Ring
Lens
Film Type Window”
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“Cable Release Socket
“Power Level Indicator
‘Battery Checker
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Wrist Strap “Trigger Grip
Filming Speed Dial. / Footage Counter
Eyepiece Adjustment Ring
_~ Viewfinder
i _Rear Cover Lock Button
| ne — Film Transport
E. Indicator
— ——Rear Cover
Manual Zoom Knob—
Aperture Control Ring
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“Remote Control
Switch Socket
Shutter Lock Dial
Trigger”
Release Socket for Single Frame
Battery Chamber Cover Tripod Socket
After you have loaded the batteries and adjusted
the eyepiece, follow these simple steps:
1 Insert a Super 8 film cartridge.
Turn the shutter lock dial to “R”'.
Set the aperture control ring at “A”.
Set the filming speed dial at ‘‘18”’.
3... through the viewfinder and focus in telephoto.
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Pull the trigger slightly and check whether the exposure indi:
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Decide the composition of the picture by turning the zoom lens,
hoo the trigger.
Zoom in and zoom out according to your needs.
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Unloading of Film Cartridge ................................. 17 Your Camera Body Number
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Dealer's Name
AUTO Z00M 516
Main Features of Your Super 8 Camera
1 Uses Super 8 film cartridge—50% larger picture area.
2 Simple cartridge loading with automatic film speed setting.
3 Sharp and fast F1.8 5-times zoom lens with zooming range of
9.5-47.5mm. Extendible to 6.2-31mm with Wide-Converter or
15.6-78mm with Tele-Converter.
Automatic through-the-lens exposure control using CdS photo-
cell with servo EE meter.
Single-lens reflex viewing and microprism screen rangefinder for
accurate focusing.
0 Powered film drive and zooming.
] Manually operable aperture for fade-ins and fade-outs.
8 18 fps normal filming speed, 24 fps, and “SLOW MOTION”.
0 Easy-to-hold trigger grip.
Loading of Batteries
Load four 1.5v penlight (size AA) batteries for film drive, power
zoom, and electric eye. The power system functions only when the
batteries are properly inserted.
Remove the battery chamber cover by turning the two tight-
ening knobs counterclockwise and insert four penlight batteries,
according to the diagram inside the chamber.
7 Replace the cover back on. When not using the camera, keep
the shutter lock dial at “OFF”.
Adjusting Eyepiece
Adjust the eyepiece by turning eyepiece adjustment ring.
1 Aim the camera in the direction of bright subject and then look
into the viewfinder.
2 Turn the eyepiece adjustment ring and adjust it so that the
round edge of the rangefinder and the f/stop scale can be
clearly seen.
3 The eyepiece is now adjusted to your eyesight.
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Checking the Power Level of Batteries
The power level of the batteries can be checked by turning the
shutter lock dial to “R”', pressing the battery checker and checking
the position in the power level indicator.
If the needle reaches the blue zone, the betteries have sufficient
power level.
If the needle is in the white zone, the batteries have a power
level only for 24 fps or under.
If the needle is in the red zone, replace all of the batteries.
m When not using the camera, keep the shutter lock dial at “OFF”.
m Always check the power level of the batteries before shooting.
u The film cartridge with following speeds can be used.
Tungsten type : ASA 25, 40, 64, 100, 160, 250, 400
Daylight type : ASA 16, 25, 40, 64, 100, 160, 250
Loading of Film Cartridge
1 Open the rear cover by pressing the rear cover lock button.
2 Slide the Super 8 film cartridge towards the front of the
camera with the film gate facing ahead. The film speed is
automatically set with the insertion of the cartridge.
3 Close the rear cover by pressing it.
Set the shutter lock dial at ‘‘R’’. Pull the trigger to confirm
the film advance. If you can hear the sound of film winding
and the white dot in the film transport indicator revolves, it means
the cartridge is properly inserted.
m The Super 8 film cartridge is loaded with 50-foot film. There
is no need for flipping over the cartridge in reverse direction
halfway through the film.
Footage Counter
The footage counter tells you how many feet of film you have
exposed. It automatically resets to “0” when the cartridge is
taken out.
Setting of the Aperture Control Ring
For EE operation, set the aperture control ring at “A”.
m The electric eye will function only when the ring is set at the
click-stop position of “A”.
Em Refer to page 14 for other uses of the aperture control ring.
Setting of the Filming Speed Dial
1 Set the filming speed dial at ‘‘18’’ for shooting at the normal
speed for 18 fps.
7 Set the dial at “SLOW MOTION" for shooting at a high speed
of approximately 36 fps.
3 Set the dial at “24"' for shooting standard sound film.
m “SLOW MOTION" and “24” are very effective when slowing
down fast moving subjects and analyzing movements or preventing
blurs during panning.
m Be sure to shift the filming speed dial when not pulling the
trigger.
Mm Be sure to set the filming speed dial at its click-stop positions.
Holding the Camera
Hold the trigger grip with the right hand and place the forefinger
on the trigger. Focusing, zooming and manual aperture control
are performed with the left hand.
m The camera should be held steadily, especially when shooting in
telephoto or when zooming. It is advisable that the right elbow is
firmly pressed against the body. For best results, use a tripod and
cable release whenever possible.
Since the viewfinder of Auto Zoom 518 SV is of the single-lens
reflex type, the exact picture image to be filmed can be seen
without any parallax. This enables you to compose the scene within
the maximum field-of-view.
Focusing
Adjust the focus by turning the focusing ring so that the subject
can be seen most clearly through the microprism screen range-
finder built into the center of the viewfinder.
The aligned image can be seen more accurately and easily the
longer the focal length of the lens. Therefore, first focus at max-
imum magnification (telephoto) and then return to the desired
magnification. The focal point does not change by zooming.
Zooming
When you wish to zoom or want to decide the size of the subject
in the picture area, turn the zoom lens by pressing the power zoom
buttons or using the manual zoom knob. The image seen through
the viewfinder will change in magnification and the field-of-view
will also change.
When zooming is performed during shooting, any desired zooming
effect can be reproduced on the film.
Power Zooming
Press the power zoom buttons for smooth and regulated zoom
effects. Zooming towards telephoto is obtained by pressing the
“T'" button and towards wide-angle by pressing the “W’' button.
The necessary zooming time for the entire range is approximately
Six seconds.
Manual Zooming
When you wish to zoom faster or slower than any regular speed,
turn the zoom lens by using the manual zoom knob.
EM The viewfinder magnification is in life-size when the focal length
is at 14mm.
Under-Exposure Over-Exposure Warning
Warning Mark Mark (Fade-Out Position)
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Checking the Exposure Indicator
Aim the camera at the subject, slightly pull the trigger, and
check the position of the exposure indicator inside the viewfinder.
The electric eye starts operating and the exposure indicator
indicates the proper fistop.
1 If the exposure indicator is pointing inside the range of the
f stop scale, you may pull the trigger all the way and the film
will advance.
7 If the exposure indicator is pointing to the red mark on the
left side it means under-exposure, and so the lighting must
be increased.
3 If the exposure indicator is pointing to the red mark on the
right side, the “F.O.” position, it means aperture is completely
closed for excessive light volume, and so an ND (neutral density)
filter must be attached to restrict the light intensity.
Ш Make sure that the shutter lock dial is set at “R”'. Otherwise,
the exposure indicator will not move.
Shooting
1 Set the shutter lock dial at “R”.
Pull the trigger. The shutter will function and the film will
advance.
Shutter Lock Dial
Safety Lock : When the shutter lock dial is set at “OFF” the
shutter release is locked and the power circuit is disconnected.
Running Lock : Set the shutter lock dial at “RL”, pull the
trigger, and the camera will start running. You can release your
forefinger from the trigger and the camera will continue running
until the dial is returned to ‘R’’ position.
Cable Release Socket
You can use the cable release socket for continuous running, close-
up work, titling or when the camera is set on a tripod.
Single Frame Release
Single frame photography is applied to shoot animation and faked
pictures, and to record the growth of plants. It is performed by
paa! — inserting the cable release into the single frame release socket.
Bite Eee 1 Attach the camera on the tripod, set the shutter lock dial at
“R", and set the filming speed dial at 18”.
2 Pull the trigger slightly and read off the proper f/stop shown
by the exposure indicator.
3 Set the f/stop manually by pulling up the aperture control ring
and turning it counterclockwise.
4 Depress the cable release to expose one frame at a time,
and then release your finger from the cable release immediately.
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Remote Control
With the use of an optional Remote Switch 3 you can operate
the camera from a distance.
1 Set the shutter lock dial at ‘“‘OFF'' and insert the remote switch
cord into the remote control switch socket of the camera.
2 Turn the shutter lock dial to “RL” and pull the trigger.
3 Push the knob on the Remote Switch 3 in the direction of the
arrow. The camera will start running until the knob on the
Remote Switch 3 is returned to its former position.
E When disconnecting the cord of the Remote Switch 3 from the
camera, be sure to return the shutter lock dial to “R” first.
Otherwise, the film will start advancing.
m When not using the remote control, be sure to keep the shut-
ter lock dial at “OFF”,
Mm The length of the cord for the Remote Switch 3 is 8 meters
(26 feet).
Bm When shooting with the Remote Switch 3, first ascertain the
position of the subject and then cover the eyepiece to prevent
reverse incoming light.
Panning
Panning is employed when shooting a scene from one position to
another by moving the camera around horizontally to make a con-
tinuous shot over a wide area in one sequence.
m Do not move the camera too rapidly in any direction, partic-
ularly vertically. Use of a tripod is recommended.
mM Panning shots are usually started from subjects of less impor-
tance and move on to the most important subject where it ends
by running the film longer on the last sequence.
m Move the camera at a constant speed.
m Prevent a subject from being blurred by using high filming
speeds, i.e., ‘24’ and “SLOW MOTION”.
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Manual Aperture Control
The aperture can be manually controlled by pulling up the aperture
control ring and turning it counterclockwise. In manual operation,
any desired f/stop can be set by turning the ring while looking at
the f/stop scale inside the viewfinder. Use this method when
shooting against the light or when you wish to stress high-key or
low-key effects.
u Open one f/stop further whan you shift the filming speed
dial from ‘‘18’’ to "SLOW MOTION”.
Fadings
Fadings are used to show the elapse of time or a change in scene,
for instance, when the scene on the stage changes at the end of
a theme.
You can perform fade-ins and fade-outs by turning the aperture
control ring. Use a tripod when you perform fadings.
Confirm the proper f/stop by aiming the camera at the subject
and pulling the trigger slightly with the aperture control ring
set at “A”,
While shooting, turn the aperture control ring gradually from
the fode-out positim to the proper f/stop position in the case
of fade-in, and from the proper f/stop position to the fade-out
positin in the case of fade-out.
m Fadings can be performed smoothly and effectively by attaching
an ND (neutral density) filter over the lens and making a larger dif-
ference between the proper f/stop and the aperture being totally
closed. The use of an ND filter is especially recommended under
very bright conditions or under excessive light.
m Fading times of 1-1.5 seconds for a fast changing scene, and
2-3 seconds for a slower changing scene are advisable.
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Filter Characteristics
Absorbs only ultra-violet rays. Especially effective
at seaside and high mountains. Recommended for
use in color photography. _ 8
Increases contrast of monochrome film. Enhances
Glock: darkening the blue sky. Brightens red and
yellow.
Darkens blue, increases yellow and red perceptibly.
Good for contrasts, especially in distant landscapes.
Makes strong contrasts. May also be used with in-
frared film.
Prevents red from turning radically into white.Light-
ens faces and sky appropriately, and reflects the
lightness of fresh greenery.
ND 4 reduces light volume by 1/4, ND 8 by 1/8. No
effects on the reproduction of colors of color film.
Harmonizes the blue sky and shade.
For use with daylight type film under the cloud.
For use with tungsten type film under the morning
sun or sunset.
For use with daylight type film under the morning
sun or sunset.
For use with daylight type film under tungsten light.
O For black and white film. @ For color film.
Focal Length | cigare Scale | Distance from
Type о | © Film Plane to Field-of-View
Zoom Lens Focusing Ring Subject
| со 580mm 259x192mm
9.5mm (1'10-13/16') (10-3/16''x7-9/16)
48mm - 1.2m 450mm 173x129mm
Close-Up | (4") y (1'5-7/8') : (6-7/8'x5-1/16')
Lens | к 580mm 52x38mm
450 C-8 47.5mm (1'10-13/16'') (2-1/16''х1-1/2'')
1.2m 450mm 35x26mm
| (4') {1'5-7/8") (1-3/8"x 1")
| | = | 370mm | 139x103mm
| 9.5mm {1'2-9/16') ‘ (5-7/16''x4-1/16'')
48mm 1.2m 330mm 108x80mm
Close-Up — (4') (1/17) (4-1/4'"x3-1/8")
Lens pe | 370mm 28x21 mm
240 C-8 47.5mm 1. (1/2-9/16'!) (1-1/16"x13/16")
1.2m 330mm 22x16mm
(4') (117) (7/8''x5/8')
Filters
48mm screw-in type filters for Canon Auto Zoom 518 SV and
72mm screw-in type filters for the Converters are available.
Since Canon Auto Zoom 518 SV is incorporated with a through-
the-lens exposure measuring system, any type of filter can be at-
tached without regard to the exposure factor.
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" CLOSE-UP LEN
The 48mm Close-Up Lenses 450 and 240 C-8 are used when
titling, close-up work, and when shooting plants and insects. 450
and 240 indicate the distances in millimeters from the tip of the
lenses to the subject when the distance scales of the close-up
lenses are set at infinity.
Distance Ring
Tightening Screw F
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Lens Barrel
Converters
Canon C-8 Wide-Converter 0.65x and Tele-Converter 1.6x are
available as the attachments for the taking lens of Canon Auto
Zoom 518 SV. The converted focal length range becomes 6.2-
31mm and 15.6-78mm respectively, with a zooming ratio of 1:5,
making possible shooting in a wide range from standard to super-
wide or to super-telephoto.
Method of Attaching
1 Remove the dust cap of the Converter and attach the Converter
over the taking lens of the camera.
2 Turn the lens barrei of the Converter and screw the Converter
into the front mount of the zoom lens.
3 Loosen the distance ring tightening screw on the Converter.
4 Turn the distance ring of the Converter so that the infinity
mark (oo) appears in the infinity mark aligning window. Fix the
distance ring securely with the tightening screw.
5 Pull out the built-in hood.
Bm The distance ring part of the Converter is coupled to its lens
part by the distance ring tightening screw. Be sure to fix it tight
to prevent the lens from dropping.
Bm Focusing and zooming are performed in the ordinary manner.
See page 10.
Technical Data
Wide-Converter 0.65x Tele-Converter 1.6x
Lens : 4-component, 5-element 4-component, 5-element
afocal system. afocal system.
Spectra hard coating. Spectra hard coating.
Filter Size : 72mm. 72mm.
Cap Size : 80mm. 80mm.
Lens Hood : Built-in type. Built-in type.
Size : 87mm x 80mm (3-3/8” 80mmx80mmg (3-1/8”
x 3-1/8”). x3-1/8"¢).
Weight : 430 grams (15-1/4 oz.). 420 grams (14-7/8 oz.).
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Film-Finish
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Shooting with Artificial Light
Your camera has a built-in CCA (Color Conversion A) filter so that
you can use tungsten type color film, for example, Kodachrome ll
‘Outdoor and Indoor Type AÂ'', under daylight conditions or with
blue bulb.
When using Kodak Instamatic Movie Light or Bell 8: Howell
Movie Lite #43461, the built-in CCA filter will be automatically
cancelled by installing its bracket to the slit on top of the camera.
When using normal light bar or floodlight, insert the filter
cancellation key, supplied with your camera, all the way into
the slit on top of the camera.
uw When using black and white or daylight type color films, the
built-in CCA filter is automatically cancelled with the insertion of
the film cartridge. When shooting under artificial lighting with
daylight type color film, use a blue bulb or a CCB filter over the
lens.
Unloading of Film Cartridge
When the footage counter reaches at the point of 47.5 ft.,
the film-finish warning indicator in the viewfinder will light up
in yellow.
Stop shooting when the footage counter reaches ‘‘50’'. Con-
tinue feeding the film until it has reached the end and take
out the film cartridge by pulling the cartridge guide.
Send the film cartridge to an authorized processor. It will be
returned to you wound on a reel so that immediate projection
is possible.
Proper Care of the Camera
1 It is important that the aperture section, through which the
film passes, always be kept clean by blowing the dust away
with a blower. Do not use anything hard, such as a metal brush.
Before putting the camera into its case, turn the shutter lock
dial to “OFF"',
Keep the camera away from dust and moisture.
Use a soft brush to get rid of dust and a soft dry cloth for
wiping. Do not keep naphtalene or camphor near the camera.
Do not leave the camera inside closed automobiles during the
daytime or in direct sunlight.
Use a blower to remove dust on the lens or brush lightly with
a brush. If you should inadvertently get a fingerprint on the
lens, wipe the lens lightly with a silicone cloth.
When the camera is not to be used for a prolonged period of
time, remove the batteries and keep them in a dry place.
Canon Cine Projector $-400
Canon Cine Projector S-400 is the newest and highest quality
movie projector. It can automatically load and rewind all 8mm
film—Super 8, Single 8 and regular 8mm film up to 400 feet.
Operation is very simple. Just insert the film end into the projector,
turn the switch, and the film will run completely through and
rewind with no need for resetting or touching any other switches.
The Cine Projector S-400 has a fast 17-28mm F 1.3 zoom lens,
8v 50w mirror lamp, adjustable projecting speeds including slow
motion. This projector can be used in any country as it has a
choice of seven different voltages from 100 to 240v.
Size : 333 x 169 x 155mm (1'1-1/87 x 6-5/87 x 6-1/8”).
Weight : 5.2 kg (11 Ib. 7-3/8 oz.).
Technical Data
Type: 8mm movie camera using Super 8 filrn cartridge.
Frame Size: 4x5.4mm.
Lens: F1.8 lens with zooming range of 9.5-47.5mm. 11-com-
ponent, 14-element construction. Zoom ratio, 1:5. Spectra
hard coating. Filter size, 48mm. Cap size, 50mm. Zoom range
can be extended to super-wide-angle (6.2-31mm) with
optional Wide-Converter 0.65x, and to super-telephoto
(15.6-78mm) with Tele-Converter 1.6x.
Viewfinder : Single-lens reflex type. Contains exposure indicator,
f/stop scale, over/under exposure warning marks, microprism
screen rangefinder, and film-finish warning indicator. Eyepiece
is adjustable (—3 to +1 diopter).
EE Mechanism: Through-the-lens metering using CdS photocell
with servo EE meter. Automatic aperture setting coupled
to film speed and filming speed.
Light Measuring Range: Between ASA 400 f/1.8 at 18 fps and
ASA 16 f/32 at “SLOW MOTION”.
Film Speed: Automatically set by inserting film cartridge. Tung-
sten-type film, ASA 25-400. Daylight-type film, ASA 16-
250.
CCA Filter: Built-in. Corrects color of tungsten-type film when
used in daylight. Automatically cancelled on insertion of
daylight-type film cartridge, installation of exclusive movie
light bar or manually on the filter cancellation key.
Filming Speed: 18 fps, 24 fps, “SLOW MOTION" (approx. 36
fps), and single frame.
Shutter Lock Dial: For safety lock, running and running lock/
remote control positions.
Manual Aperture Control: Possible by releasing the EE mecha-
nism. Fadings possible with the aperture control ring.
Power System: Film drive and power zooming operated by two
micromotors. Entire zooming is done in approximately six
seconds.
Power Source: Four 1.5v penlight (size AA) batteries in trigger
grip. For film drive, power zooming and metering. Sufficient
power for 10 cartridges of film under normal conditions.
Battery checker built in.
Manual Zooming: Performed by manual zooming lever. Revolv-
ing angle, 100”.
Footage Counter: Automatically resets when the cartridge is
taken out.
Film Transport Indicator: For checking film advancement.
Release Sockets: For single frame, remote control and cable
release.
Trigger Grip: Fixed type, housing batteries.
Accessories: Carrying Case,
C-8 Wide-Converter 0.65x,
C-8 Tele-Converter 1.6x,
Remote Switch 3, Lens
Hood S-50, 48mm Filter
(screw-in type), 48mm
Close-Up Lenses 240 C-8
and 450 C-8, Finder
Cover 4, 50mm Lens Cap,
Release 5, Filter Cancel-
lation Key.
Size: 212x 193.5 x 60.5mm
(8347 x 75347 x 2%").
Weight: 1,200 grams (2.65
Ibs.).
Subject to alterations.
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