Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamp. Canon DM-GL1, GL1, D17-3712-251 - GL1 Camcorder - 270 KP

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Using the Wireless Controller/Tally Lamp

The supplied wireless controller can operate the camera from a distance of up to 16 feet (5 m).

Point it at the camera’s remote sensor while you press the buttons.

The tally lamp lights up to let you know that the camera is in range and responding to your commands.

There are six functions which can only be operated using the wireless controller:

• Special playback (p. 29)

• Photo/date search (p. 67)

• Zero set memory (p. 68)

• Audio mix (p. 86)

• A/V insert (p. 78)

• Audio dubbing (p. 80)

16ft

Inserting batteries

Insert two AA batteries, following the = and markings. Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the batteries.

Notes:

• When using the wireless controller in brightly lit places or outdoors, the effective range will be less.

• The camera may have difficulty picking up the remote control signals at extremely close range.

• Do not leave the controller exposed to direct sunlight, or in hot or humid places.

• When the batteries run out, replace them both together.

• Make sure the shoulder strap does not obstruct the remote sensor.

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Setting the remote sensor mode

To prevent interference from other Canon wireless controllers being used nearby, there are two remote sensor modes and an off setting. The wireless controller and the camera have to be set to the same mode in order to be compatible.

W

ZOOM

T

REMOTE SET

The wireless controller and the camera have been preset to mode 1. If you change the mode on the camera, be sure to change the mode on the wireless controller to the same mode.

(see p. 34)

WL.REMOTE••• 1

A

1

: Mode 1

A

2

: Mode 2

OFF

B : Sensor off

To turn the remote sensor off:

1. Open either the camera or the VCR menu and select WL.REMOTE.

2. Choose

OFF

B and close the menu.

•

B appears in the display.

To change the mode...

...on the camera:

1. Open either the camera or the VCR menu and select WL.REMOTE.

2. Choose

A

1

(mode 1) or

A

2

(mode 2) and close the menu.

• The selected mode will appear on the display for four seconds.

...on the wireless controller:

Press and hold the REMOTE SET button on the wireless controller.

Simultaneously press the ZOOM W button for mode 1 or the ZOOM T button for mode 2. Continue to press simultaneously for over two seconds.

• Be sure to set the wireless controller to the same mode as the camera.

To confirm the mode settings for the camera and the wireless controller, follow the following steps.

Notes:

• If your wireless controller isn’t working, make sure the camera and the wireless controller are both set to the same mode. Check the mode the camera is set to by pushing any button other than the REMOTE

SET button on the wireless controller. The camera’s mode appears in purple for about four seconds. Set the wireless controller’s mode accordingly by pressing the aforementioned button combinations. If the wireless controller still doesn’t work, change the batteries.

• The mode the camera is set to also appears for four seconds when you turn the power on.

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Turning off the tally lamp

The tally lamp lets you know that the camera is recording. However, its flashing may be reflected into the lens during close-up recording, or when recording through glass.

You may therefore decide to turn it off.

TALLY LAMP••ON

(see p. 34)

1. Open the camera menu and point the arrow at TALLY LAMP.

2. Select the OFF setting and close the menu.

• The tally lamp no longer flashes during recording, but it will still light up when the camera receives a signal from the wireless controller.

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