Using the GP-E2 GPS Receiver (XF200 / XF205)
14-Jul-2014
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Solution
When the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver is connected to the camcorder’s USB terminal, the camcorder will automatically record the GPS information (longitude, latitude and altitude) to every recording you make (MXF clips, MP4 clips and photos). For MP4 clips and photos, the UTC (coordinated universal time) date and time will be recorded as well. For MXF clips, the GPS information is recorded as part of the clip's metadata and can be used to organize and search recordings using Canon XF Utility.
For more details on the GP-E2 Receiver, such as the attachment procedure, please refer to the GP-E2 instruction manual.
Turn off the camcorder and the receiver. Connect the receiver to the camcorder's USB terminal using the USB cable*. While recording, place the receiver in the carrying case* and attach it to the camcorder's grip belt or carry it on your person. For details about connecting and using the receiver, refer to the GP-E2 Instruction Manual.
* Supplied with the optional GP-E2 GPS Receiver.
IMPORTANT
- In certain countries/regions, the use of GPS may be restricted. Be sure to use the GPS receiver in accordance with local laws and regulations of the country/region where the receiver is used. Be particularly careful when traveling outside of your home country.
- Be careful about using the GPS receiver in places where the use of electronic devices is restricted.
- The GPS information recorded with clips and photos may contain data that can lead others to locate or identify you. Be careful when sharing geotagged recordings with others or when uploading them to the Web.
- Do not leave the GPS receiver near strong electromagnetic fields such as near powerful magnets and motors.
NOTE
- On the [GPS Information Display] status screen, you can check the current GPS information and satellite signal strength.
- GPS signal reception may take some time after replacing the battery pack or when first turning on the camcorder after a long period without use.
- The camcorder is not compatible with the GPS receiver’s digital compass and positioning interval functions. Also, the [Set now] option is not available for the [ Other Functions] > [GPS Auto Time] setting.
- GPS information will not be recorded with photos captured from a clip.