Canon XLH1 - Manual (Page 45)

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Recording
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Selecting the Signal Standard (HD/SD)
Set the MODE SELECT switch to the desired position.
• HD: To record on the tape in HDV standard or to use the camcorder as a high-definition (HD) camera.
• SD 16:9, SD 4:3: To record on the tape in DV standard or to use the camcorder as a standard-definition
(SD) camera. Select the aspect ratio as desired.
If you set the [LED ON/OFF] option in the [SYSTEM/ ] submenu to [ON], the MODE SELECT
switch will light on in blue when you set the MODE SELECT switch to HD.
MODE SELECT switch