Canon gl2 repair, canon factory trained technicians, free estimate online, six months warranty, free return shipping, canon camcorder repair center. How to connect the gl2 to the computer with a usb cable. You can help protect yourself from scammers by verifying that the contact is a microsoft agent or microsoft employee and that the phone number is an official microsoft global customer service number. The canon gl2, one of the most anticipated new video cameras this year, is the successor to the popular gl1. The recording time in canon gl2 is more than in canon gl1. Feb 27, 2018 canon xm2 gl2 is a pal or ntsc mini dv camcorder, the successor to the canon xm1gl1. But since i prefer 30p frame mode feel the gl2 is my first choice.
Can footage taken from a canon gl2 be transfered to the. This preowned canon gl2 camcorder is in excellent to mint condition. I have a canon gl2 and am operating on a mac dual 2g under mac os 10. The canon gl2 digital video camcorder uses the standard minidv cassette, producing the highest quality video possible from nonbroadcast equipment. Is a canon xl1 worth using now digital video talk forum. By using the supplied software, you can organize, store and print out still images.
Slide the power switch to play vcr and the tapecard switch to card. This camcorder does not include any tapes, cables, memory cards, or other accessories. Audio the gl2s omnidirectional microphone is designed to deliver realistic stereo sound. Viewing 14 reply threads author posts july 1, 20 at 4. Is canon gl2 20x digital camcorder compatibile with. I am not sure if the new canon vixia hf10 would do the work for me. We have 12 canon gl2 manuals available for free pdf download.
View online or download canon gl2 user manual, instruction manual, product manual, brochure. Fire gl2 driver, tom clancys the division 2 open beta, canon pixma mp250, and many more programs. Actual customer complaints with mechyanical tape transport problems on their canon gl2 camcorder. And when you record 4k videos, you can use imovie to turn them into amazing 4k movies. Digital video solution disk instruction manual installing the software connecting the camcorder to a computer downloading the still image to a computer your camcorder is supplied with two manuals. Its possible to download the document as pdf or print. Like a warm bowl of porridge, the gl2 is just right not too small, not too expensive and yet it has nearly all of the features most advanced users will ever need. Canon gl2 camcorder 410 kp 20 x optical zoom black. Canon gl2 settings the canon dv forum is dedicated to users of canons xl1 and gl1 camcorders. A standard definition camera, it uses primarily minidv tapes rather than flash memory.
The item includes a 3day inspection period and 30day warranty. The gl2s excellence begins with its outstanding fluorite lens and includes prolevel picture adjustment features found in canons. Canon s venerable gl2 camcorder has proven itself to be tough, durable, and capable over years of service, lauded for both its image quality and resistance to the abuse it can take in the field. The gl2 is a musthave for the person looking for the very best videomaking experience. Dc coupler, ir remote control, svideo cable, usb cable, audio video cable, camcorder shoulder strap, lens. I am still trying to find out how to record through a vga output into the gl2. Normal movie mode by merging canon s superior lens quality with 3 ccds, the gl2 delivers stunning resolution and color reproduction some of the best images outside of a tv studio. The canon gl1 is a digital video camcorder, using the standard minidv cassette. Canon gl series dv camcorders canon gl2, gl1 and pal versions xm2, xm1.
Modern keying software is said to do a much better job than previously in dealing with the color space shortcomings of dvhdv so if the screen is lit evenly very evenly and the subject is positioned far enough from the screen to minimize spill, reasonable results. Shop ebay for great deals on canon minidv camcorders. Retain instructions the safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. This auction is for one 1 canon 3ccd gl2 ntsc digital video camcorder. Am having dirty head errors with my canon gl2 camera, before this was eating tapes i am having a problem with my gl2 rewinding, it displays remove the cassette in red letters and then the tape stops rewinding i get the message eject tape or remove tape randomly after i start recording andor the vcr. When you play back a tape, you can also close the lcd panel with its screen side facing outward. Canon brand peripheral equipment and software which may be distributed with, or factory loaded on, the equipment, are sold as is without warranty of any kind by canon usa, including any implied warranty regarding merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Featuresedit part of their highend, prosumer range, notable features include zebra patterning, colour. The minidv format standard delivers more than 500 lines of horizontal resolution. Canon xm2gl2 is a pal or ntsc mini dv camcorder, the successor to the canon xm1gl1. Canon knowledge base how to play back movies on the gl2. You capture video via the firewire cable that comes with the camera. Canon gl2 tape transport mechanical problem remove the cassette.
The tape compartment also has issues closing at times. Youll find new or used products in canon minidv camcorders on ebay. This camcorder does not include a battery, a power adapter, tapes, or any other accessories. I have recently purchased a canon dmgl2 xm2 but there was no software disc with it. Is canon gl2 20x digital camcorder compatibile with windows 7. With the gl2, canon has created a camcorder with a wealth of features, each selected to elevate further the standard against which other camcorders are judged. You can use the lcd screen for instant, onthespot playback. It has been successfully power checked with a borrowed adapter, but it was not evaluated beyond that point and the overall condition is unknown. Connect the usb cable from the port on the camera to a usb port on the computer. Using the gl2s advanced accessory shoe expands your audio options. Read instructions all the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
Maybe this is a problem because the gl2 is more sharper then the gl1 and xl1. Building on canons expertise in 35mm photographic and broadcast tv lenses, the gl2 is equipped with canons exclusive lseries fluorite optical technology for outstanding imaging power and shooting versatility in a. Setting a performance benchmark for a prosumerlevel camcorder, the gl2 offers highquality digital video upto 530 lines of resolution. The cable is pretty standard so you can get one anywhere camera and video stuff is sold. Have a look at the manual canon gl2 instruction manual online for free. Canon xm2 gl2 is a pal or ntsc mini dv camcorder, the successor to the canon xm1gl1. Dim462 digital video camcorder instruction manual camescope et lecteur video. Once the camcorder is connected to the computer, never turn the camcorder off before dvc storage canon gl2 driver installation is complete. When ejecting the tape from the canon, the tape unravels in the machine.
Canon replaces its popular threeccd gl1 minidv camcorder and goes after sonys vx2000 with the gl2, offering a superior 20x zoom lens, a 1. Tech support scams are an industrywide issue where scammers trick you into paying for unnecessary technical support services. When printing still images, you can add titles and frames to them. When comparing the microphone, the canon gl2 is better than the canon gl1. Dc coupler, ir remote control, svideo cable, usb cable, audio video cable, camcorder shoulder strap, lens cap, eyepiece, lens hood, power adapter with battery. This is about a 25% improvement in picture quality over the best analog formats. If the playback picture is rough mosaiclike noise, clean the video heads using a canon dvmcl digital video head cleaning cassette or a commercially available digital video head cleaning cassette. We are specialists at repairing your canon gl2 camcorder and weve seen all of the problems associated with it. Headed by peter lee ralph, a respected cinematographer the group is a popular part of creative cow s forum lineup. Setting a performance benchmark for a prosumerlevel camcorder, the canon gl2 offers highquality digital video with up to 530 lines of resolution.
Building on canons expertise in 35mm photographic and broadcast tv lenses, the gl2 is equipped with canons exclusive lseries fluorite optical technology for outstanding imaging power and shooting versatility in a lightweight, portable. Get the best deals on canon minidv standard definition camcorders when you shop the largest online selection at. Download canon gl2 ntsc digital video camcorder instruction manual free and unlimited. With our 25 years of experience repairing canon prolevel camcorders we have the knowledge and skills needed to repair yours fast and reliably the first time. This camcorder borrows most of those cameras professionalquality components and puts them into a more compact, affordable camera. Canon gl2 camcorder blacksilver for sale online ebay. Gl2 audio and video recording for chromakey studio. The canon gl2 like its predecessor, the gl1, and its big brother, the xl1 is helping to blur the line between consumer and professional video equipment. Setting a performance benchmark for a prosumerlevel standarddef camcorder, the canon gl2 offers highquality digital video with up to 530 lines of resolution. All components have been tested and are in perfect working order. Part of their highend, prosumer range, notable features include zebra patterning, colour gain, phase and sharpness. You capture the video from within the editing software. Building on canon s expertise in 35mm photographic and broadcast tv lenses, the gl2 is equipped with canon s exclusive lseries fluorite optical technology for outstanding imaging power and shooting versatility in a lightweight. I dont have the video solutions disk for my canon gl2 and want to transfer video to my laptop for editing.
Normal movie mode by merging canons superior lens quality with 3 ccds, the gl2 delivers stunning resolution and color reproduction some of the best images outside of a tv studio. Im shooting stills plus video for promotions of a conservation notforprofit, using my stills cameras for video mainly sony nex7 and nikon 1v1, but also slrs. Jul 01, 2004 canon gl2 settings the canon dv forum is dedicated to users of canons xl1 and gl1 camcorders. Unlike the canon gl1, the canon gl2 comes with an additional 270 degree rotation and 8mb sd card. Canon minidv standard definition camcorders for sale ebay. Canons venerable gl2 camcorder has proven itself to be tough, durable, and capable over years of service, lauded for both its image quality and resistance to the abuse it can take in the field. Use the usb cable and the canon digital video solution disk software supplied with the camcorder. Difference between canon gl1 and gl2 difference between. Canon zr10 ntsc digital minidv camcorder 10x optical zoom 3180a001 4 out of 5 stars 10 product ratings 10 product ratings canon zr10 ntsc digital minidv camcorder 10x optical zoom 3180a001.
Building on canon s expertise in 35mm photographic and broadcast tv lenses, the gl2 is equipped with canon s exclusive lseries fluorite optical technology for outstanding imaging power and shooting versatility in a lightweight, portable design. The camcorder also plays back the sound track via the builtin speaker. Instruction manual, software manual, product manual, brochure. Hello all, im new to the forum and relatively new to dv. Can footage taken from a canon gl2 be transfered to the computer. Dim462 digital video camcorder instruction manual camescope et lecteur video numeriques mode demp. Does anyone know where i can get the disc from, so i can make my computer compatible.