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Using the DV Control software (sold separately) to download video and audio recordings (in HDV or DV standards) from the camcorder to the computer's hard disk. For details refer to the software?s help modules..

Ordering parts for your product

Ordering Replacement Parts The hours of operation are 9:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. EST from Monday to Friday. When calling, speak the term "order parts" when the speech routing system asks the reason for your call. You will immediately be routed to the Parts Desk for assistance .

Compatible operating systems for use with Canon digital video cameras

Many of the less common operating systems such as the various distributions of Linux as well as operating systems like UNIX, FreeBSD, Windows Server 2003, Windows XP 64, and BeOS directly support communication via the PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol). Many Canon digital video cameras support PTP for still image files via USB and will allow direct communication using applications built into the operating system.

Using an external flash for still images with the XL H1 series camcorder

Using the Flash The camcorder does not support the ST-E2 Wireless Speedlite Flash Transmitter or the Wireless Sender/Receiver Control function of the Speedlite 420EX/430EX/550EX/580EX flashes. When recording under very dark conditions, as you keep the PHOTO button pressed halfway the AF assist lamp of the Speedlite flash may light on (if recording with autofocus). The Speedlite flash will not go off when the drive mode is set to Auto Exposure Bracketing.