Canon Updates Console Software for Use with New XH A1 and XH G1 HD Camcorders; Canon Adds Functionality Options for Its Console Software Solution.LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y. -- Canon's Console Image Control and Storage software Version 1.1 offers broadcasters, cinematographers and production studios additional functionality and compatibility with Canon's new XH A1 and XH G1 HD Camcorders See 4K resolution. . Console software Version 1.1 will be available as a free upgrade to owners of the original software. The new software version will be available in October for an estimated selling price of $599*. Console Version 1.1 software lets users control nearly all their Canon camcorder functions (including the XL2, XL H1 and new XH A1 and XH G1 models) with just a Windows based (1) (Windows-based; upper case "W") Refers to Microsoft Windows. (2) (windows-based; lower case "w") Having resizable windows. Same as "graphics based" or "GUI based." Graphical user interfaces are all windows based. Contrast with text based. laptop or desktop and a FireWire cable. Users can also monitor their shots with a built-in Vectrascope and Waveform monitor A waveform monitor is a special type of oscilloscope used in television applications. It is typically used to measure and display the level, or voltage, of a video signal with respect to time. ; and record their footage directly to a computer hard drive. With the updated Console software, users can control all of the expanded features available in Canon's new XH A1 and XH G1 camcorders, including an extended parameter range, access to all custom pre-sets; control up to +36db of Gain; +1.25 / -1.25 of AE Shift; white balance preset preset Cardiac pacing A parameter of a pacemaker that is programmed permanently when manufactured shift; color correction Altering the colors in an image in order to print or display it properly or for special effects. Depending on the application, color correction can be a significant problem if the resulting image must be approved or a purchase is made because of color choice. and sky detail. The latest version of console is also compatible with the feature set of the Canon XL H1 HD camcorder and Canon XL2 SD Camcorder, Now, based on user feedback, Console Version 1.1 software includes added keyboard shortcuts for smoother operation. Additionally, when recording video to tape and hard drive simultaneously, the resulting footage will now have a matching time code. Canon U.S.A., Inc. delivers consumer, business-to-business, and industrial imaging solutions. The company is listed as one of Fortune's Most Admired Companies in America and is rated #35 on the BusinessWeek list of "Top 100 Brands." Its parent company Canon Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : CAJ CAJ Canadian Association of Journalists CAJ Christliche Arbeiterjugend (German Young Christian Workers) CAJ China Academic Journals CAJ Christian Academy in Japan CAJ Canaima, Venezuela (Airport Code) ) is a top patent holder of technology, ranking second overall in the U.S. in 2005, with global revenues of $31.8 billion. For more information, visit www.usa.canon.com. All referenced product names, and other marks, are trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications and availability are subject to change without notice. * Pricing subject to change at any time. Actual prices are determined by individual dealers and may vary. |
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