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Canon EOS C500 User Manual

Canon EOS C500
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Instruction Manual
Digital Cinema Camera
PUB. DIE-0426-000
The warranty information for Australia and New Zealand is at the end of this Instruction Manual.
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Canon EOS C500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Sensor TypeSuper 35mm CMOS
Max Resolution4096 x 2160
Dynamic Range12 Stops
Lens MountCanon EF
Media TypeCF cards
Max Frame Rate60 fps
Dimensions152 x 168 x 152 mm

Summary

Important Usage Instructions

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the camera and its accessories.

Highlights of the EOS C500/C500 PL

Recording Modes and Options

Covers 4K, 2K, MXF modes and the multitude of recording configurations available.

Pro-level Connectivity and Features

Remote Wi-Fi Operation

Details remote camera control via Wi-Fi using the WFT-E6 transmitter.

Time Code Settings

4K Workflow Overview

Preparations

Power Supply Management

Covers powering the camera using battery packs or AC adapter, and charging.

Battery Pack Handling

Details attaching, removing, and checking the remaining charge of the battery pack.

Household Power Outlet Operation

Explains how to power the camera using the AC adapter and a wall outlet.

Turning Camera On and Off

Provides instructions for powering the camera on and off in different modes.

Using the Menus

Menu Navigation and Selection

Step-by-step guide on selecting menu items and options.

Preparing the Camera

Lens Attachment and Removal

Provides guidelines for attaching and removing camera lenses.

EF Lens Mounting

Step-by-step instructions for attaching and removing EF lenses.

PL Lens Mounting

Instructions for attaching and removing PL mount lenses.

Monitor Unit Installation

Guides on attaching and removing the monitor unit to the camera.

Viewfinder Adjustment and Use

Covers adjusting viewfinder position, attaching eye cup, and dioptric adjustment.

LCD Panel Operation

Explains LCD panel rotation and adjustment for various shooting styles.

Viewfinder and LCD Screen Adjustment

Details how to adjust brightness, contrast, color, and sharpness of screens.

Handle Unit Attachment

Guides on attaching the handle unit to the camera's accessory shoe.

Connecting to External Devices

4K/2K External Recorder Connection

Procedure for connecting the camera to an external recorder via 3G-SDI terminals.

Preparing Recording Media

CF Card Insertion and Status Check

Guides on inserting CF cards and checking slot status indicators.

CF Card Removal and SD Card Handling

Details on removing CF cards and inserting/removing SD cards.

Media Initialization

Instructions for initializing CF cards and SD cards for first-time use.

CF Card Recording Methods

Covers relay recording and double slot recording options for CF cards.

Adjusting the Black Balance

Remote Operation via Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi Remote System Setup

Guides on attaching the WFT-E6 transmitter and setting up the wireless network.

Recording Video Basics

Preparing to Record

Steps for preparing the camera, battery, CF card, lens, and external recorder.

Recording Operation and Wi-Fi Control

Covers starting/pausing recording and using Wi-Fi Remote for control.

Canon Log Gamma and CINEMA Preset

Video Configuration

4K and 2K Video Configuration Setup

Guides system priority, frequency, and recording mode selection for 4K/2K.

Resolution Settings for 4K/2K

Details resolution options available for 4K and 2K recording modes.

Frame Rate Settings for 4K/2K

Explains frame rate selection for 4K and 2K recording modes.

MXF Mode Configuration Setup

Guides system priority, bit rate, resolution, and frame rate for MXF mode.

MXF System Frequency Setup

Details system frequency selection for MXF recording.

MXF Bit Rate and Resolution Setup

Explains bit rate and resolution settings for MXF recording.

MXF Frame Rate Setup

Guides frame rate selection for MXF recording.

Function Button Operations

Direct Setting Mode Usage

Explains how to use the FUNC. button for direct adjustment of camera settings.

Shutter Speed Settings

Changing Shutter Speed Mode and Value

Guides on selecting shutter speed mode and adjusting the value.

Wi-Fi Remote Shutter Speed Control

Details how to remotely adjust shutter speed via Wi-Fi Remote.

ISO Speed and Gain Settings

Changing ISO Speed or Gain Value

Guides on adjusting ISO speed and gain values.

Wi-Fi Remote ISO/Gain Control

Details remote adjustment of ISO speed and gain via Wi-Fi Remote.

ND Filter Operations

Aperture Adjustment

Control Dial for Aperture

Covers using the control dial for aperture adjustment.

Changing Aperture Value

Instructions for adjusting the aperture value using the control dial.

White Balance Settings

White Balance Adjustment Methods

Covers custom, color temperature, and preset white balance methods.

Setting the White Balance

Guides on setting white balance using direct setting mode.

Wi-Fi Remote White Balance Control

Details remote adjustment of white balance via Wi-Fi Remote.

Focus Adjustment

Manual Focus Adjustment

Instructions for manually adjusting focus using the lens ring.

Wi-Fi Remote Focus Control

Details remote focus adjustment using Wi-Fi Remote.

Focus Assistance Functions

Covers peaking and magnification for accurate focusing.

Peaking Functionality

Explains how to use the peaking feature for contrast emphasis.

Magnification Functionality

Details the magnification feature for precise focusing.

Onscreen Markers and Zebra Patterns

Time Code Settings

Synchronizing with External Devices

Recording Audio

External Microphone/Audio Input Connection

Steps for connecting external microphones and audio sources.

XLR Terminal Audio Input Selection

Guides on selecting audio input sources for XLR terminals.

Recording Channel Selection

Details how to select the audio channel for recording.

XLR Terminal Audio Level Adjustment

Covers automatic and manual audio level adjustments for XLR terminals.

MIC Terminal Audio Level Adjustment

Guides on adjusting audio recording level for the MIC terminal.

Headphone Audio Monitoring

Details how to monitor audio using headphones connected to the headphone terminal.

Audio Channel Selection for Output

Explains how to select the audio channel for headphone output.

Using Metadata

Video Scopes

MXF Clip Marking

MXF Clip Playback

Playback Controls

Details controls for fast playback, frame advance/reverse, and skipping clips.

Special Recording Modes

Interval Recording Mode Setup

Guides on configuring interval recording settings.

Interval Recording Operation

Details activating and performing interval recording.

Frame Recording Mode Setup

Guides on configuring frame recording settings.

Frame Recording Operation

Details activating and performing frame recording.

Slow & Fast Motion Mode Setup

Guides on configuring slow and fast motion recording.

Shooting Frame Rate Adjustment

Explains setting the shooting frame rate from the shooting screen.

Pre-recording Mode Operation

Details activating and using the pre-recording mode.

Customization

Assignable Buttons Overview

Covers assigning functions to buttons and changing assignments.

Using Assignable Buttons

Explains how to activate functions assigned to buttons.

Custom Picture Settings

Customizing Camera Settings

Function Customization

Guides on customizing camera controls and functions.

Saving and Loading Camera Settings

5 Playback

MXF Clip Playback

Explains how to play back MXF clips recorded on a CF card.

Clip Index Screen Navigation

Guides on accessing and navigating the clip index screen.

Clip Playback Controls

Details playback controls like fast playback, frame advance, and skipping clips.

Playback Control Operations

Covers operations like fast playback, frame advance/reverse, and skipping clips.

Audio Output During Playback

Guides on outputting audio during playback via headphone terminal.

MXF Clip Operations

6 External Connections

Developing RAW Clips

Saving MXF Clips to a Computer

Canon XF Utility Installation (Windows)

Step-by-step guide for installing Canon XF Utility on Windows.

Canon XF Utility Uninstallation (Windows)

Instructions for uninstalling Canon XF Utility from Windows.

Canon XF Utility Installation (Mac OS)

Step-by-step guide for installing Canon XF Utility on Mac OS.

Software Uninstallation Procedures

General procedures for uninstalling various software components.

Photo Playback

Photo Operations

Displaying Status Screens

Troubleshooting

Power Source Issues

Addresses problems with the camera not turning on or turning off unexpectedly.

Recording Malfunctions

Covers issues like unresponsive controls, recording errors, and focus problems.

Playback Issues

Troubleshoots problems with deleting clips, photos, or copying clips.

Picture and Sound Issues

Covers problems like screen flickering, video noise, and audio recording issues.

Recording Media and Accessory Issues

Addresses problems with inserting media, recording, and accessories.

CF Card Recording Errors

Details various CF card errors including media full and unsupported cards.

Shot Mark and System Errors

Covers errors related to shot marks, system errors, and temperature warnings.

Handling Precautions

Camera Handling Precautions

General precautions for handling the camera to ensure performance and longevity.

Battery Pack Safety

Critical safety information regarding handling and charging battery packs.

Recording Media Precautions

Guidelines for handling recording media like CF and SD cards.

Maintenance and Others

Specifications

System Specifications Overview

Details system specs including video configuration, recording system, media, and sensor.

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