Canon EOS 7D HDMI User Manual

User Guide:
Canon EOS 7D HDMI
capture
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Canon EOS 7D HDMI Specifications

General

Brand	Canon
Model	EOS 7D HDMI
Category	Digital Camera
Language	English

Summary

Canon EOS 7D HDMI Capture Guide

Introduction to HDMI Capture

Explains the Canon EOS 7D's HDMI output for superior picture quality compared to internal compression.

Expected Output Quality

Details the resolution, chroma encoding, and file characteristics of the captured HDMI footage.

Required Equipment and Software

Lists the necessary hardware (camera, computer, capture device) and software for the process.

Setting Up Capture Presets

Matrox MXO2 Mini Configuration

Guides initial setup of the Matrox MXO2 Mini for HDMI capture and custom preset creation in Final Cut Pro.

Configuring Capture Settings

Details the specific preset settings for frame size, digitizer, compressor, and input for Canon 7D capture.

Audio Settings and Compressor Options

Advises setting audio to 'None' and choosing appropriate compressors like ProRes 422 (HQ) or uncompressed.

Capturing Video from Canon EOS 7D

Initiating Capture Process

Instructions on starting Log & Capture, setting device control to 'Non-Controllable Device'.

Recommended Capture Workflow

A step-by-step workflow for exposure, starting capture, recording, and stopping to ensure smooth footage.

Processing Captured Video

Post-Processing Overview

Explains processing time, file size, and the reconstruction of color channels for better quality.

Using the 7DTool Executable

Details how to use the 7DTool.exe for processing clips, including command-line operation.

Windows 7 Compatibility Mode

Provides instructions for running 7DTool.exe in compatibility mode due to a QuickTime SDK bug.