Page 1: Instruction Manual
San Diego, CA 92154-7225 Tel. 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. Please take time to become familiar with the manual and how it is set up. Keep it handy for future reference. QR34642 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2003 HITACHI CANADA LTD.
Page 2: Important Information
Important Information For Your Safety The power switch turns the DVD video camera/recorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camera/ recorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off . WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Page 3 Warning: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Page 4: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD video camera/recorder and accessory equipment.
Page 5 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
Page 6: Cautions When Using
Cautions When Using Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: • The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. • If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear soon, turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
Page 7 Heat on surface of product: • The surface of the DVD video camera/recorder will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault. Screen on connected TV: • Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the DVD video camera/recorder is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.
Page 8 Be careful of moisture condensation: • When you move the DVD video camera/recorder between places where the difference in temperatures is great - such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle - condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD video camera/recorder.
Page 9: Cautions When Storing
The recorded contents cannot be compensated for: • Hitachi cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD video camera/recorder, disc or card. Also, Hitachi cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.
Page 10: Read This First
• A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly (see page 13-15). Get to know your DVD video camera/recorder by using this manual, and get to know Hitachi. We appreciate your business. Quick Index Available Discs ... 22 Recording Movie...
Page 11: Introduction
Introduction You can record even during playback Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning of blank portion. You can start recording during playback: New recording will not overwrite any previously recorded data. If you stop playback midway and start recording, overwrite will not occur.
Page 12 You can easily edit scenes, which is quite difficult with tape Using this DVD video camera/recorder, you can collect scenes of your child, for example, on play list of Disc Navigation function and create an original movie: Then simply play back the play list and dub it on VCR.
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Information ... 2 For Your Safety ... 2 Precautions ... 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ... 4 Cautions When Using ... 6 Cautions When Storing... 9 Suggestions and Restrictions ... 9 Read This First ... 10 Introduction ... 11 Table of Contents ...
Page 14 REPLACING DISC IN ROUND DVD HOLDER ...76 WHEN THE HINGE OF ROUND DVD HOLDER COMES OFF ...76 DISC CLEANING...76 Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player ... 77 Advanced Techniques Understanding Flow of Menu... 78 Setting Up Camera Functions... 80 SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE)...80 ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE)...81...
Page 15 Others ... 130 DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY) ...130 PLAYING BACK SCENES REPEATEDLY (REPEAT PLAY)...130 SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF STILLS)...131 Installing Software Contents on Provided CD-ROM ... 133 INSTALLING USB DRIVER...135 INSTALLING UDF DRIVER (DVD-RAM DRIVER) ...137 INSTALLING DVD-MovieAlbumSE ...139 INSTALLING MyDVD ...141 Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM Disc Recorded on...
Page 16: Checking Provided Accessories
Checking Provided Accessories Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package: Battery (model DZ-BP7S): Portable power supply for this DVD video camera/recorder. Charge it before use. Power cable: Connect between household AC outlet and AC adapter/charger. AV/S input/output cable: Used when viewing the picture played back on the DVD video camera/recorder on TV screen, or input or output video from/to...
Page 17: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts (Inside the cover) 1 Recording indicator (P. 93) The red indicator will light during recording. 2 Optical 10× zoom lens (P. 55) 3 Lens hood (P. 56) Always remove this lens hood when using generally available tele-conversion or wide- conversion lens.
Page 18 12 Viewfinder (P. 46) 13 Diopter control (P. 46) To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.) 14 ACCESS/PC indicator (P. 8, 50, 53) Will blink or light while the DVD video camera/ recorder is operating. 15 DISC EJECT button (P.
Page 19 23 FULL AUTO button (P. 61) To switch the DVD video camera/recorder to full automatic 24 FOCUS button (P. 57) To switch between manual focus and auto- focus. 25 EXPOSURE button (P. 59) Press this button to adjust the exposure. 26 BLC (backlight compensation) button (P.
Page 20 36 REC button (P. 50, 53) 37 DIGITAL ZOOM button (P. 84) 38 Reverse skip button (P. 69) 39 Reverse search button (P. 68) 40 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 95) 41 MENU button (P. 48, 80, 102) * The buttons on remote control will function the same as those on DVD video camera/recorder. DIGITAL ZOOM ZOOM...
Page 21: About This Manual
About This Manual Displays in this manual Understand that the displays are different from those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. Notation of cancel button Press the stop/cancel button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding one.
Page 22: Discs And Cards
It is recommended that you use Hitachi Maxell discs, since their compatibility with this DVD video camera/ recorder has been confirmed. Using a disc other than those made by Hitachi Maxell may not allow the DVD video camera/recorder to deliver optimum performance. •...
Page 23: Information On Dvd-R Disc
INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC You cannot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete any recorded images or data. For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, this DVD video camera/recorder writes control data to the disc in order to automatically make adjustments when it is inserted and ejected accompanying recording.
Page 24: Handling Discs
HANDLING DISCS Using discs DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate recording media. Carefully read the following cautions and observe them: • When using disc on this DVD video camera/ recorder, be sure to keep it in Round DVD Holder. •...
Page 25: Available Cards
AVAILABLE CARDS Handling card • Do not use cards other than the designated ones. • Be sure to use a brand new Card when recording vital images. • Do not touch the card terminal or allow it to touch metal. •...
Page 26: Storage Capacity On Disc Or Card
Storage Capacity on Disc or Card RECORDABLE TIME OF MOVIE (VIDEO) The recordable time will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 86 for the setting of recording quality. Movie recordable time on one disc (on single side) (when recording only movies) Disc used Recording quality...
Page 27: Recordable Stills (Photos)
RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) Recordable stills on one DVD-RAM disc (single side) (when recording only still): Up to 999 If the disc still has free space after recording 999 stills on it, movies can also be recorded on it. Recordable stills on one blank card: The number of recordable stills will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 87 for the setting of recording quality.
Page 28: Features Of Dvd Video Camera/Recorder
Features of DVD Video Camera/Recorder VERSATILE FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE This DVD video camera/recorder has numerous useful functions. However, the functions that can be used will vary depending on whether DVD-RAM disc, DVD-R disc or card is used. Use the functions, following the table below: Camera Functions: Function Program AE...
Page 29 Disc Navigation Functions: Function Scene Delete Edit Copy Select Detail PlayList Switch Play Create Edit Title Delete Program Switch Play Title Go To Disc Capacity Protect Disc Format Disc Update Control Info. Finalize Disc Others Category Repeat Play Disc used DVD-RAM Thumbnail Skip...
Page 30: Recording On Disc
Card Navigation Functions: Function Delete Lock DPOF Scene Select Detail Go To Capacity Card Format Card Slide Show DPOF RECORDING ON DISC You can use both 8 cm DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs on this DVD video camera/recorder for recording. The recorded video and audio will be stored on an 8 cm DVD-RAM disc or 8 cm DVD-R disc.
Page 31: Immediate Reviewing Of Recorded Image
IMMEDIATE REVIEWING OF RECORDED IMAGE You can check the recorded movie or still in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. EDITING IN VARIOUS WAYS ON DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER ALONE This DVD video camera/recorder is provided with a useful editing/playback tool. Disc Navigation allows you to easily attach a title or special video effect to the recorded movie or still.
Page 32: Setups
Setups This section explains preparations for recording - setting up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery. Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/Recorder HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/ RECORDER Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD video camera/recorder up to the base of your thumb.
Page 33: Attaching Shoulder Strap
ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP Be sure to pass through the 2 slots. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap attachments.
Page 34: Inserting Battery Into Remote Control
Battery stopper While pushing battery stopper Note • Replace the battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2025, or Duracell DL2025. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. • Dispose of battery safely in accordance with local laws.
Page 35 • The DVD video camera/recorder uses the “VCR2” remote control code of Hitachi VCRs. If you use a Hitachi VCR, etc. with remote control code set to “VCR2”, a VCR placed near the DVD video camera/recorder will also be...
Page 36: Setting Up The Battery
Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP7S battery provided with this DVD video camera/recorder has not been charged at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder. Note • Be sure to use the specified battery DZ-BP7S (provided) or DZ-BP14S (sold separately) for the DVD video camera/ recorder: Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/recorder to malfunction, or result in fire.
Page 37: Attaching Battery To Dvd Video Camera/Recorder
ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER Fit the battery to the battery attachment platform on this DVD video camera/recorder and slide it upward until a click is heard. Terminal must face up. REMOVING BATTERY After using the DVD video camera/recorder, remove the battery from it. Slide the BATTERY EJECT switch on the bottom of DVD video camera/recorder: The battery can be removed.
Page 38 Recordable time with fully charged battery (with no zoom operation, etc.) The reference for DVD video camera/recorder recordable time with fully charged battery is between 20 and 30 minutes (with model DZ-BP7S) or between 40 and 60 minutes [with model DZ- BP14S (sold separately)]: Video DZ-BP7S...
Page 39: Battery Remaining Level Indicator
BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR When the battery is used to power the DVD video camera/recorder, the battery remaining level appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows: Fully charged White portion shows remaining level Note • If you use the optional DZ-BP14S battery, the remaining level indicator “ and “...
Page 40: Using Dvd Video Camera/Recorder With Ac Adapter/Charger
The AC adapter/charger can be used around the world. An AC plug adapter is required in some foreign countries. If you need one purchase it from your Hitachi distributor. • If the CHARGE indicator does not light when the AC...
Page 41: Inserting And Removing Disc
Inserting and Removing Disc INSERTING DISC Press down the DISC EJECT button once and release it. A few moments after the ACCESS/PC indicator blinks, the cover of disc insertion block will open slightly. Gently open the cover by hand until it stops. Insert the disc, in Round DVD Holder, into the disc guide until it stops.
Page 42 Note • Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless the battery or AC adapter/charger is connected to DVD video camera/ recorder. • See page 76 for how to set disc in Round DVD Holder. • If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to page 147.
Page 43: Removing Disc
REMOVING DISC Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD video camera/ recorder off. Press down the DISC EJECT button once and release it. In a moment, the cover of disc insertion block will open slightly. Gently open the cover until it stops.
Page 44: Inserting And Removing Card
Inserting and Removing Card Before inserting or removing card, set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD video camera/recorder off. Open the cover of card insertion block with power turned off. Insert card with its terminal inward until it locks.
Page 45: Basic Techniques
Basic Techniques This section explains about recording of movies and still images, and also basic settings on DVD video camera/recorder. Basic Handling of DVD Video Camera/Recorder TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER ON AND OFF While holding down the red button at the center of power switch, set the switch according to each recording function: Set to “...
Page 46: Viewing Subject Through Viewfinder
VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH VIEWFINDER Pull out the viewfinder. Turn the diopter control knob to adjust the focus to suit your eyesight. Note • If the LCD monitor is open approximately 90°, the viewfinder will be off. • Focusing will not be correct unless the viewfinder is pulled out.
Page 47: Closing Lcd Monitor
CLOSING LCD MONITOR Before closing the LCD monitor, be sure to reset it at right angles to the DVD video camera/recorder. Replace the LCD monitor on the DVD video camera/recorder with the LCD screen facing inward until a click is heard. Note •...
Page 48: Setting Date And Time
Setting Date and Time Set the current date and time so that the date and time you make a recording can be recorded correctly. The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set. Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on.
Page 49: Changing Display Format Of Date And Time
CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year, day/month/year or year/month/day. Associated with the selected date display, the time display format will also change as follows: Display format M/D/Y D/M/Y Y/M/D Press the MENU button.
Page 50: Recording Movie
For various functions available during recording, see “Setting Up Camera Functions” on page 80. • Hitachi cannot be responsible for video and audio that cannot be recorded or edited because of any defect. • The power switch can be changed over even during recording, but the operation will not be changed.
Page 51 Power save and discharge of battery If, when “Power Save: On” is specified, the DVD video camera/recorder is left in the recording pause status for approximately 5 minutes, it will automatically turn off. To restart recording, set the power switch to “POWER OFF”, and then set it to “ VIDEO”.
Page 52: Using External Microphone
• This DVD video camera/recorder cannot use a plug-in power type microphone (power supplied from camcorder). Attaching Ferrite Core Although no ferrite core is attached in the illustrations of the cables in text, be sure to attach the provided core to the external microphone cable using the following procedure: Open the cover of ferrite core.
Page 53: Recording Stills
Recording Stills Note Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM disc and card. ACCESS/PC indicator Power switch Turn the DVD camera/recorder on. When using DVD-RAM disc: Set the power switch to “ PHOTO”. When using card: Set the power switch to “ PHOTO”. After the ACCESS indicator goes out, perform the subsequent operation: Still recording mode...
Page 54 Still recording quality The DVD video camera/recorder can record JPEG stills of 640×480 pixels. Although still images are recorded on DVD-RAM disc only in the FINE mode, the quality mode can be chosen when recording stills on card. [Still recording quality on card] Quality File size FINE...
Page 55: Zooming
Zooming This DVD video camera/recorder allows you to record using optical 10-power zoom and digital zoom. Move the zoom lever to “T” control side, and the subject image will gradually become telescopic: Move the zoom lever to “W” control side, and the image will widen.
Page 56: Macro Recording
MACRO RECORDING Use the macro function when recording a small object from close-up position: You can shoot the subject as close as approximately 3/8” (2 cm) from the lens surface, magnifying the image to fill the screen. Aim the DVD video camera/recorder at the subject, and press down the zoom lever to “W”...
Page 57: Manually Focusing Subject
Manually Focusing Subject The DVD video camera/recorder measures the distance to a subject viewed at the center of screen and automatically focuses on it. If it is difficult to automatically focus the subject, adjust the focus manually. FOCUSING DURING RECORDING This DVD video camera/recorder automatically focuses a subject at the center of screen (auto-focus).
Page 58 Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically focused (See page 57): Objects not in the center of screen Objects moving rapidly Object behind glass with water droplets, dirt on it Objects with little variation in brightness, such as white wall Objects lit by neon sign,...
Page 59: Adjusting Exposure Manually
Adjusting Exposure Manually This DVD video camera/recorder measures the subject brightness and automatically adjusts the exposure. You can also adjust the exposure manually. Press the EXPOSURE button during recording. The exposure indicator will appear on the screen. Exposure indicator FINE Use the buttons to adjust the exposure, while viewing the image in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Page 60: Compensating For Backlight
Compensating for Backlight When subject is lighted from rear, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. Press the BLC button during recording. Backlight correction icon FINE The backlight correction icon will appear. Note •...
Page 61: Using Full Auto Function
Using Full Auto Function Pressing the FULL AUTO button will fully automate the camera functions. Press the FULL AUTO button. The following settings will reset to defaults: Function When setting full auto Program AE White balance Exposure Backlight compensation Focus MIC.Filter Auto Auto...
Page 62: On-Screen Information
On-Screen Information Various types of information will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen during recording. INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING RECORDING 2 3 456 L IN DISC ACCESS FINE 9 / 3 0 / 2 0 0 3 The above screen is an example for explanation: It is different from the actual display.
Page 63 Movie recording quality (only when using disc) XTRA : Highest quality (only when using DVD-RAM disc) LPCM : Highest audio quality (only when using DVD-R disc) FINE : High quality : Standard Still recording quality (only when using card) FINE : High quality NORM : Standard...
Page 64: Switching The Information Display Mode
Switching the information display mode You can switch the display mode of on-screen information: Press the DISPLAY button. The full and minimum display modes will alternate. • Full display mode: All types of information will appear. • Minimum display mode: The recording mode (see 1 on page 62) and recording status (see 9 on page 62) will appear.
Page 65: Recording Image From Other Av Devices
AC outlet using the AC adapter/charger. • If you use a Hitachi VCR, it will be operated by the remote control provided with the DVD video camera/recorder. When recording an image from a Hitachi VCR, change the remote control code of the VCR to other than “VCR2”.
Page 66: Recording Image From Av Device
• If a video signal that cannot be read by this DVD video camera/recorder is present - even in images recorded on camcorder for personal enjoyment without copy-guard signal - the input image may not be recorded normally. • If the input signal is interrupted by switching the channel on TV or switching the signal using video selector, normal recording cannot be performed.
Page 67: Playing Back
Playing Back IMMEDIATELY CHECKING RECORDED SCENE You can check your recording immediately on the spot. Tilt up/down and to left/ right to select, and then press Press button in the recording pause status. The DVD video camera/recorder will enter the playback mode, and the scene you have recorded last will be played back.
Page 68: Playback From Start Of Disc Or Card
PLAYBACK FROM START OF DISC OR CARD Use the Go To function (P. 70) or Disc Navigation function (P. 95) to play back from the start of disc or card. SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE During playback, tilt the joystick to right or left and hold it: Search playback will start.
Page 69: Skip Playback Of Movie
SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE During playback, tilt the joystick up or down to locate the start of desired scene. Tilt once : To skip to the first image of the scene following the one being played back, and start playback.
Page 70: Jumping To Specified Point (Go To)
JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO) Press the MENU button Go T o during playback. Choose the option (point you want to go to), and then press the button. Specifying the point to view Choose “Specify” in step 2 above, and then press button.
Page 71: On-Screen Information Display
On-Screen Information Display INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING PLAYBACK Various types of information on recording will be superimposed on playback image you are viewing. No display Switching the information display mode Press the DISPLAY button: You can switch the display mode of on-screen information. When using disc: Recording mode Scene No.
Page 72: Playback On Other Devices
Playback on Other Devices This section explains about playback on another AV device, such as TV. CONNECTING TO A TV Use the provided AV/S input/output cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to a TV as follows: To AV input/output jack AV/S input/output cable (provided) Note...
Page 73: Viewing On Tv Screen
The infrared remote control is useful when operating the DVD video camera/recorder while viewing an image on TV screen. However, if you use a Hitachi VCR, the remote control may inadvertently operate the VCR if it is near the DVD video camera/recorder. To prevent this, set the remote control code of the VCR to a position other than “VCR2”.
Page 74: Playback On Dvd Player
PLAYBACK ON DVD PLAYER You can play back finalized DVD-R discs on DVD players or other devices that conform to 8 cm DVD-R disc. However, DVD-R discs may not be usable on all those devices. Finalize a recorded DVD-R disc. You need to finalize a disc to play it back on DVD player: See page 129.
Page 75: Removing And Replacing From/In Round Dvd Holder
8 cm DVD-RAM or 8 cm DVD-R. Removing disc from Round DVD Holder may vary with the disc maker: See the disc instruction sheet. The following explains the disc in Round DVD Holder made by Hitachi Maxell. It is recommended that you do not remove the disc from Round DVD Holder until camera recording is finished, in order to avoid getting dirt on disc.
Page 76: Replacing Disc In Round Dvd Holder
REPLACING DISC IN ROUND DVD HOLDER Open SIDE A of the Round DVD Holder, and replace the disc in the holder with the SIDE A mark or label surface facing up, taking care not to touch the disc surface. OPEN marks SIDE A mark side or Label surface WHEN THE HINGE OF ROUND DVD HOLDER COMES OFF...
Page 77: Playback On Dvd Video Recorder/Player
Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player You can use a DVD video recorder or DVD player that conforms to DVD-RAM to play back DVD-RAM discs recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder Remove the disc from Round DVD Holder. Insert the disc into the DVD video recorder/ player and play it back.
Page 78: Advanced Techniques
Advanced Techniques This section explains about various settings to further extend the usefulness of this DVD video camera/ recorder. Understanding Flow of Menu Press the MENU button during recording pause: The “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen will appear. Tilt the joystick up, down, to left or right to select a menu item, and then press the the option.
Page 79: Date Setup
Flow of Menu Refer to page indicated for details of each function. Camera Functions Setup Program AE (P. 80) Came r a Fun c t i ons Se t up White balance (P. 81) Au t o P r o g r am AE : Wh i t e Ba l .
Page 80: Setting Up Camera Functions
Setting Up Camera Functions SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE) This DVD video camera/recorder automatically sets the shutter speed and aperture according to the subject brightness for optimum recording: You can also specify one of six modes depending on the subject conditions, recording environment or purpose of filming.
Page 81: Adjusting Color (White Balance)
ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE) This DVD video camera/recorder automatically adjusts the tint to match the conditions of subject. However, it may not allow user to deliver natural tint, depending on the weather or status of light source. In this case, change the white balance setting according to the situation.
Page 82 Note • The white balance set using the “Set” option will be stored in memory until it is reset. • Do not use a colored object when setting the white balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set. • Do not block the infrared sensor with hand, etc. Infrared sensor block •...
Page 83: Using The Electronic Image Stabilizer (Eis)
USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER (EIS) This DVD video camera/recorder is equipped with an electronic image stabilizer function: When you use zoom to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image. Press the MENU button, Came r a F u nc t i on s Se t u p choose “EIS”...
Page 84: Magnifying Subject Image (Dig. Zoom)
MAGNIFYING SUBJECT IMAGE (DIG. ZOOM) When the zoom lever is moved down to “T” control side with Dig. Zoom 40× or 240× specified, digital zoom will automatically kick in when optical 10× zoom range is exceeded. You can set the digital zoom to 40×...
Page 85: Reducing Wind Noise During Recording (Mic.filter)
REDUCING WIND NOISE DURING RECORDING (MIC.FILTER) When recording sound from the microphone built into this DVD video camera/recorder, you can reduce wind noise in recording. If “MIC.Filter: ON” is specified, the low-frequency components in the sound picked up by microphone will be cut off during recording: This makes it easier to hear the target voice or sound during playback.
Page 86: Setting Up Record Functions
Setting Up Record Functions SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY (VIDEO MODE) Choose the movie quality from “XTRA” (only with DVD-RAM disc), “FINE”, “STD” and “LPCM” (only with DVD-R disc). It is recommended that you record critical subjects in the “XTRA” or “FINE” when you are using a DVD- RAM disc, or in the “FINE”...
Page 87: Switching Quality Of Still Image (Quality)
Block-like noise may appear in recorded image, or the outline of subject image is distored under the recording conditions listed below: Pan the DVD video camera/recorder as slowly as possible. (Block noise is likely to appear in the “STD”): • If there is a complicated pattern in background (as in following figure on left) •...
Page 88: Receiving Image From Another Device (Input Source)
RECEIVING IMAGE FROM ANOTHER DEVICE (INPUT SOURCE) If you wish to input an image from another device to this DVD video camera/recorder, you must first switch the setting on the DVD video camera/recorder. Refer to the explanation starting from page 65 on how to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to other devices or record images input from them.
Page 89: Self-Timer
SELF-TIMER You can record stills of yourself alone or with your family, friends, etc., using the self-timer function, as with ordinary cameras. A still will be recorded approximately 10 seconds after the REC button is pressed. Press the MENU button, Re c o r d F u nc t i on s S e t u p choose “Self Timer”...
Page 90: Setting On-Screen Display Output On Or Off (Osd Output)
SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OUTPUT ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT) If you connect this DVD video camera/recorder to a TV to view images on TV screen, you can switch off the on-screen information (displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen) from the TV screen. Press the MENU button, Re c o r d F u nc t i on s S e t u p choose “OSD output”...
Page 91: Lcd Setup
LCD Setup This function allows you to adjust the brightness and color density of LCD screen during recording and playback. SETTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN (BRIGHTNESS) Press the MENU button, LCD S e t u p choose “Brightness” on the “LCD Setup” menu screen, and then press the button.
Page 92: Initial Settings
Initial Settings SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF (BEEP) This DVD video camera/recorder will emit sound when the power switch is changed over, the REC button is pressed, or other operations are engaged. If you do not need operating sound, you can switch it off. Setting Content Beep is heard...
Page 93: Turning Record Led On Or Off (Record Led)
TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF (RECORD LED) You can switch off the recording indicator on the front of DVD video camera/recorder even during recording. Setting The recording indicator will light red to show that the DVD video camera/recorder is recording. The recording indicator will not light even during recording.
Page 94: Resetting Menu Settings To Defaults (Reset)
RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS (RESET) You can restore menu settings to defaults (initial settings at the factory (P. 163) ). (Note, however, that the date/time, brightness and color density of LCD monitor will not be reset.) Press the MENU button, I n i t i a l S e t u p choose “Reset”...
Page 95: Disc Navigation
Disc Navigation Using Disc Navigation STARTING DISC NAVIGATION Disc Navigation is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder. Here is an explanation on “scene” and “program”, so that you will be able to make most use of Disc Navigation function.
Page 96 The following screen will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some display components will not appear when DVD-R disc or card is used. Cursor Still image icon Operation guide The displayed thumbnail will be the first image that you recorded. Scene number refers to display number on thumbnail display screen.
Page 97: Terminating Disc Navigation
TERMINATING DISC NAVIGATION Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Disc Navigation will be terminated and the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the recording pause status. You can also press the button to end Disc Navigation. PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION SCREEN Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Page 98: Selecting Multiple Scenes
SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the joystick to select the desired scene. Press the SELECT button once: The selected scene will be framed in red and yellow. SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES TOGETHER Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the joystick to select the desired scene.
Page 99: Disc Navigation Menu
Disc Navigation Menu FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC NAVIGATION Disc Navigation allows you to do the following: Available function Disc or card used Deletion of scenes Editing of scenes Scene information display Setting of title Creation of play list Disc or Card initialization Copy from disc to card Disc finalization Repeat play...
Page 100: Understanding Flow Of Disc Navigation Menu
UNDERSTANDING FLOW OF DISC NAVIGATION MENU Press the MENU button on the Disc Navigation screen: The menu screens for Disc Navigation and menu screens for disc and card will appear. See pages 78-79 and 96 for how to interpret the screen. Refer to pages indicated for details of settings.
Page 101: Scene
Scene DELETING SCENES (DELETE) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the scene to be deleted. Press the MENU button. Choose “Delete” on the Sc ene “Scene” menu screen, and then press the button. The “Delete Scene” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to delete the selected scene, press the button.
Page 102: Editing Using Submenu
Editing using submenu Press the MENU button before pressing the Ed i t E x i t De l e t e ENTER RETURN Edit Exit:...To restore the Disc Navigation screen Delete: ...To delete selected scenes Select Start Current:.To select scenes from the start to the one that the cursor is on at the Current End:..To select scenes from the scene the cursor is on to the end All: ...To select all scenes Go To...
Page 103: Changing Images For Thumbnails (Edit - Thumbnail)
CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS (EDIT - THUMBNAIL) The thumbnail refers to a reduced image displayed on Disc Navigation to help distinguish recorded scenes. Normally, the first image of the recorded scene is displayed as a thumbnail: You can choose another image of the scene for thumbnail.
Page 104: Playing Back By Skipping Scenes (Edit - Skip)
PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES (EDIT - SKIP) You can specify “Skip” for scenes you do not want to play back: The selected scenes will be skipped. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the scene to be skipped. Press the MENU button. Choose “Scene”, “Edit”, Sc ene “Skip”, and then press the...
Page 105: Adding Special Effects (Edit - Fade)
ADDING SPECIAL EFFECTS (EDIT - FADE) You can add fading to the beginning and/or end of scene. There are three types of special effects: Fade Out Fade In White: Fades in from white screen Fades out to white screen Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the scene for adding special effects.
Page 106: Arranging Order Of Scenes (Edit - Move)
When playing back Note • Setting fade will interlock with sound. • Fading can also be set to either “IN” or “OUT”. • Any registered fade can be changed at any time using the same procedure as above. • Fade can also be added to on-screen information displayed during playback. •...
Page 107: Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine)
COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES (EDIT - COMBINE) You can combine multiple scenes into one. If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining them will be facilitated by the use of Disc Navigation. Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. Combining scenes is possible only when “Category: All” is specified.
Page 108: Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide)
DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT - DIVIDE) You can divide a scene into two parts. To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion. You can also cut out a part of scene and use it in the play list. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Page 109: Copying Stills On Dvd-Ram Disc To Card (Copy)
COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO CARD (COPY) You can copy stills recorded on DVD-RAM disc to card. Set the power switch to “ VIDEO” or “ PHOTO“. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the still to be copied. Press the MENU button. Choose “Copy”...
Page 110: Locking Scenes On Card (Lock)
LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK) You can lock each photo recorded on card so that it will not be deleted or edited by mistake. Set the power switch to “ PHOTO”. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the scene to be locked. Press the MENU button.
Page 111: Designating Scenes To Be Printed (Dpof)
DESIGNATING SCENES TO BE PRINTED (DPOF) You can use DPOF to set print information, including selection of the scenes to be printed, so that you will be able to use it on a system conforming to DPOF. Note DPOF stands for digital print order format. DPOF is used to ask a print lab to print recorded stills. Set the power switch to “ PHOTO”.
Page 112: Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select)
SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN (SELECT) Using the Disc Navigation menu screen, you can simultaneously select consecutive scenes. This function is useful when there are numerous scenes. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the first scene to be selected. Press the MENU button. Choose “Select”...
Page 113: Displaying Information Using Menu Screen (Detail)
DISPLAYING INFORMATION USING MENU SCREEN (DETAIL) You can display various information for a scene: the recording mode, recording date/time and length, special effects and movie quality mode. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the scene whose information you wish to know.
Page 114: Program
Program WHAT IS “PROGRAM”? Program refers to an assembly of scenes recorded on the same date regardless of whether they are movie or still. Scene No. 1 Scene No. 2 9:00AM Movie Movie 10:20AM SWITCHING TO THUMBNAIL DISPLAY OF SPECIFIC DATE (SWITCH) Since the scenes recorded on this video camera/recorder are collected as “programs”...
Page 115: Playing Back Program (Play)
PLAYING BACK PROGRAM (PLAY) You can play back only the selected program. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press then the MENU button. Choose “Play” on the P r og r am “Program” menu screen, and then press the button. CHANGING TITLE OF PROGRAM (TITLE) The recording date/time has initially been attached to any program.
Page 116 After entering the title, T I T L E choose “Enter” and then 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACE a b c d e f g h i j k l m press the button. n o p q r s t u v w x y z à...
Page 117: Play List
Play List WHAT IS “PLAY LIST”? You can create a play list on this DVD video camera/recorder by gathering your favorites from the recorded scenes. Since the play list is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a play list.
Page 118: Switching To Display Of Each Play List (Switch)
Editing on play list When making settings on play list, such as changing title, adding fade, setting skip, etc., use the same procedure for setting on program or scenes. Perform these settings, referring to the following reference pages: SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST (SWITCH) Select the desired one of multiple play lists: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will appear.
Page 119: Playing Back A Play List (Play)
PLAYING BACK A PLAY LIST (PLAY) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Choose “Play” on the P l a y L i s t “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the button. S t a r t P l a y L i s t Use the “Start Playlist”...
Page 120: Adding Scenes To Play List (Editing Play List)
ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) You can later add scenes to the play list. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Choose “Edit” on the P l a y L i s t “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the button.
Page 121: Deleting Scenes From Play List (Editng Play List)
DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST (EDITNG PLAY LIST) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Display the editing Ed i t P l a yL i s t screen of the play list to be edited. Perform steps 2 4 on page 120. Move the cursor to the play list in lower row, and place the cursor on the scene to be deleted.
Page 122: Deleting Scenes Using Submenu For Editing (Editing Play List)
DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) You can delete scenes from play list on the editing screen. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Display the editing screen Ed i t P l a yL i s t of the play list to be edited.
Page 123: Arranging Order Of Scenes (Move)
ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) You can move scenes only when “Category: All” is specified. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Choose “Switch” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the button. Select the scene to be moved. Press the MENU button.
Page 124: Changing Title Of Play List (Title)
CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE) The play lists have serial numbers in the order you have created them, along with the created dates/times: You can change this title at any time. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Choose “Title”...
Page 125: Go To
Go To From the Disc Navigation screen, you can jump to the first scene or last scene. TOP (END) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Choose “Top” or “End” Go T o on the “Go To” menu screen, and then press the button.
Page 126: Disc Or Card Management
Disc or Card Management VERIFYING REMAINING FREE SPACE ON DISC OR CARD (CAPACITY) You can find out how long you will be able to record on one side of disc or on card. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Choose “Capacity”...
Page 127: Initializing Dvd-Ram Disc Or Card (Format Disc. Format Card)
INITIALIZING DVD-RAM DISC OR CARD (FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD) If you want to erase all data on a recorded disc or card, you can initialize it rather than delete the data: Initialization is useful in this case, since it takes less time than deleting all data. The initialized disc or card can be used again.
Page 128: Updating Control Information Of Dvd-Ram Disc
UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF DVD-RAM DISC Disc Navigation in this DVD video camera/recorder handles information on scenes, such as skip, fade, in a particular manner. If you use another device to edit a disc recorded on this DVD video camera/ recorder, and then use the data again with Disc Navigation in this DVD video camera/recorder, the Disc Navigation may not appear normally.
Page 129: Finalizing Dvd-R Disc
FINALIZING DVD-R DISC If you want to play back a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder, using a device conforming to 8 cm DVD-R disc - such as a DVD player, etc. - you must finalize the disc on this DVD video camera/recorder.
Page 130: Others
Others DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY) Scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder will be displayed in the order of recording regardless of whether they are movies or stills. You can use the Disc Navigation screen to switch this display to stills only or movies only.
Page 131: Slide Show (Continuous Playback Of Stills)
SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF STILLS) If you play back stills recorded on a card, the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the playback pause status after each still is played back. Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously play back stills. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Page 132: Installing Software
* InstantWrite or InstantRead Hitachi DZ-MV100A DVD video camera/recorder, or in the “DZ-WINPC3W” PC editing kit for Hitachi DZ- MV200A, DZ-MV230A or DZ-MV270A DVD video camera/recorder. If another UDF driver has already been installed, uninstall it, and then install the UDF driver bundled on the provided CD-ROM.
Page 133: Contents On Provided Cd-Rom
Contents on Provided CD-ROM The CD-ROM supplied with the DVD video camera/recorder contains the following folders: Although the CD-ROM may contain a folder or file other than the above, they will not be needed on this DVD video camera/recorder unless some special instruction is given. Contains the installer for DVD-MovieAlbumSE (see page 139 for installation).
Page 134 DVDMASE 3\manuals\English folder contained on the provided CD-ROM. • After installing DVD-MovieAlbumSE, open “Programs”or “All Programs” from the Windows “Start” menu, choose “Hitachi DVDCAM” and “DVD-MovieAlbumSE”, and then open “On-line Manual”. To read the above manual, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Page 135: Installing Usb Driver
INSTALLING USB DRIVER Use the following procedure to install the USB driver: If you add a USB card (PCI card, PC card, etc.) on your PC, do it following the instruction manual for USB card, before connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC.
Page 136 ® With Windows XP, the message concerning Windows Logo Test will appear: Click “Continue Anyway”. Click Click “Finish”. Click...
Page 137: Installing Udf Driver (Dvd-Ram Driver)
INSTALLING UDF DRIVER (DVD-RAM DRIVER) The following explanation uses the screens for Windows Second Edition / Me / 2000 Professional to install the UDF driver. Open the UDF folder on the provided CD-ROM and click “setup” or “setup.exe” to start it. The driver setup screen will appear: Click the “Driver and Formatter Setup”...
Page 138 Check the program folder to be installed, and then click “Next”. Confirm Click “Next”. Installation will start. When installation is complete, some notes will appear: Check the contents, and then click “x” at the top right of window. The contents displayed on actual screen may differ from those in the figure.
Page 139: Installing Dvd-Moviealbumse
® If your PC uses Windows 2000 Professional, a message announcing the start for detecting device will appear: Click “Finish”. The detection of device will start, after which it will take several minutes for PC to detect the device. When detecting the device is complete, a message that prompts you to restart will appear: Click “Yes”...
Page 140 If you do not change the folder where the software is installed, click “Next”. If you do not change the program folder name, click “Next”. Check the contents, and then click “Next”. Click Installation will start. Proceed with installation, following the instructions on screen.
Page 141: Installing Mydvd
Note • If software that detects computer virus, etc. has been installed, invalidate it. INSTALLING MyDVD Insert the provided CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of PC. Use Windows My Computer or Explorer to open the folder where CD-ROM is stored. Open the MyDVD folder, and then double-click “Setup.exe”.
Page 142 Check the contents, and then click “Next”. Installation will start. Click “Finish”, and then restart the PC. Click Sonic Solutions Corporation, which developed MyDVD, recommends user registration of MyDVD, in order to offer appropriate support to customer. The guide for user registration will appear when you start MyDVD for the first time, or you can do it any time by accessing the following URL:...
Page 143: Creating Dvd Video On Pc From Dvd-Ram Disc Recorded On Dvd Video Camera/Recorder
Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM Disc Recorded on DVD Video Camera/Recorder Using DVD-MovieAlbumSE and MyDVD, you can create a DVD video (DVD-R disc) from the images recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder, following the procedure below: Insert a recorded DVD-RAM disc into the DVD video camera/recorder, and connect the DVD video camera/recorder to the USB terminal of Start DVD-MovieAlbumSE, and edit the images...
Page 144 MyDVD will automatically start. After a few moments, the exported scene will be automatically registered on the MyDVD editing screen: Now you can change the DVD menu to the desired style, change the title, etc. on this editing screen. Click the Burn button: Writing to DVD-R disc will start.
Page 145: Subsidiary Information
Subsidiary Information Cleaning Be sure to set the power switch to “POWER OFF” before cleaning this DVD video camera/recorder. Cleaning LCD screen and camera lens Use dry, soft cloth to wipe dirt off. When cleaning the LCD screen, be careful not to use force, scratch it, or subject it to impact: Doing such could cause a defect in the screen, result in display unevenness, or damage the LCD monitor.
Page 146: Changing Setting Of Demonstration
Changing Setting of Demonstration This DVD video camera/recorder has versatile functions, including special effects. Referring to the procedure on page 40, connect the DVD video camera/recorder, AC adapter/charger and power cable to power the DVD video camera/recorder from AC outlet. Press the MENU button.
Page 147: No Dvd Video Camera/Recorder Operation - Check The Following
No DVD Video Camera/Recorder Operation - Check the Following: Check 1 No movie can be recorded Movie can be recorded only on DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc. Check the following: • Is DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc inserted? • Is power switch set to “ VIDEO”? •...
Page 148 No DVD video camera/recorder Check 5 operation Is a fully charged battery attached? Is the DVD video camera/recorder powered from AC outlet? Check 6 No image in viewfinder Is LCD monitor open? No image will appear in viewfinder unless the LCD monitor is closed and securely locked to DVD video camera/recorder.
Page 149: Trouble Messages
Trouble Messages A message may appear while you are operating the DVD video camera/recorder. If a message appears, refer to the following table and take appropriate corrective action. Messages on page 150 and later are arranged in alphabetical order. Message (1) Data error in a part of It is possible that the system cannot normally complete writing of file image file.
Page 150 Message Cannot combine. Select only movies and combine them. Deselect PHOTO scenes. Cannot combine. Select Select a range of at least 2 scenes to be combined, and then multiple scenes. combine them. Cannot delete scenes. This may occur when scene that was edited for division, etc. is to be deleted.
Page 151 Message Card has no data. This message will appear when the card inserted on which no still is recorded. (It will appear if you attempt playback or editing on Disc Navigation, but will not appear if you press Card is not formatted. Was the card formatted on PC? When using the card on this DVD Format the card now? video camera/recorder, choose “YES”...
Page 152 Message Disc error. • Use another disc. • See *3 on page 155. • Mismatch in recording information may be caused by editing done on some device other than this DVD video camera/recorder. Initialize the disc or use another disc. •...
Page 153 Message Error occurred. Please • Abnormality has occurred with the DVD-RAM disc to be repaired. replace disc or format Initialize the disc before using it, or use the another disc. disc. Initializing the disc will erase all data on it. •...
Page 154 Message Scene without control • This message may appear when a disc edited on a device other info. Update control than this DVD video camera/recorder is to be used. In this case, information? choose “YES” on the verification screen. This DVD video camera/ recorder will make the disc playable and display the Disc Navigation screen normally.
Page 155 Message Use AC adapter/ Scene cannot be repaired when the DVD video camera/recorder is charger. powered by a battery. Turn off power. If the AC adapter/charger is unavailable in handy place, remove the disc, use the opposite side, or use another disc. To repair the removed disc, insert the disc into the DVD video camera/recorder afterwards, and connect the AC adapter/charger.
Page 156: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Check to see the following before asking for a repair. If the suggested solution still cannot restore the DVD video camera/recorder to normal, do not attempt to repair it yourself, but consult your dealer. Power supplies Symptom Battery cannot be Is the ambient temperature too low or too high? charged.
Page 157 During recording Symptom Pressing the REC button Is input image copy-guarded? will not start recording. Copy-guarded image cannot be recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder. Recording starts but Is disc scratched or does dirt or fingerprint adhere to it? stops immediately. Clean the disc.
Page 158 During playback Symptom Recognition of disc is not Is disc dirty? complete Use soft, dry cloth to clean it. Pressing the playback Has the image been recorded by devices other than this DVD video button will not start camera/recorder? playback. Playback of image recorded on devices other than this DVD video camera/recorder may be impossible on this DVD video camera/ recorder.
Page 159 When the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC: Symptom No drive icon appears on The DVD video camera/recorder is not turned on. Check the power supply. Driver is not properly recognized. Turn PC off and on again. If the drive icon still does not appear, use “Refresh driver”...
Page 160 Symptom Video written to hard disk DVD-MovieAlbumSE cannot edit DVD-VR data stored on hard disk of PC cannot be edited of PC: Copy the data to another DVD-RAM disc and then edit it. on DVD-MovieAlbum copy tool. Movies are not Make sure the power switch of this DVD video camera/recorder is set recognized by to “...
Page 161 Symptom When executing “Export” • If stills are included in the range of “export”, it may take more time onDVD-MovieAlbumSE, because data must be re-encoded and read. it will take time to read. • If “Divide by Maker” is not chosen, it may take some time because data will be read while being re-encoded.
Page 162 Miscellaneous Symptom Power does not come on, Execute system reset (press the RESET button). or no operation occurs by Has the DVD video camera/recorder been subjected to impact? pressing button. The DVD video camera/recorder could be damaged. Consult your dealer. The date and time are Has the DVD video camera/recorder been left unused for a long incorrect.
Page 163: System Reset
System Reset If the DVD video camera/recorder does not operate normally, perform “System Reset”: The DVD video camera/recorder may recover to normal. “System Reset” will reset all settings to factory defaults. The date and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again before using the DVD video camera/recorder. Set the power switch to “POWER OFF”...
Page 164: Major Specifications
Major Specifications Lens Focus Zoom Required minimum illumination Viewfinder LCD monitor Electronic image stabilizer Shutter speed Self-timer recording External microphone jack Recording mode Maximum DVD-RAM disc recordable time (per side) DVD-R disc Maximum number of DVD-RAM disc recordable stills (per side) SD memory card (when using 32 MB card) Recording format...
Page 165 Battery system Power consumption Dimensions (W × H × D) Operating temperature (humidity) Storage temperature Weight Total weight when recording Provided accessories The MPEG Audio layer 2 format is an option of DVD video standard. If your DVD player does not conform to MPEG Audio layer 2, record in LPCM mode and the finalized DVD-R disc can later be played back on that DVD player.
Page 166: Introduction To Optional Accessory
Introduction to Optional Accessory POWER SUPPLYS Battery (DZ-BP14S) INFORMATION ON SQUARE ADAPTER This DVD video camera/recorder cannot use a square adapter, such as for 8 cm DVD-RAM disc (DRMS- V28R), 8 cm DVD-R disc (DR30.1P): Remove the disc from square adapter and set it in Round DVD Holder, referring to the instruction sheet of disc.
Page 167: To Order In The United States
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION 1855 Dornoch Court, San Diego, CA 92154-7225 U.S.A...
Page 168: Index
Index Numerics 240× (Dig.zoom) ...84 40× (Dig.zoom) ...84 8 cm DVD-R disc ...22 8 cm DVD-RAM disc ...22 AC adapter/charger ...40 ACCESS/PC indicator ... 50 Add (edit) ...121 All programs ...114 Auto (program AE) ...80 Auto-focus ...57 AV input/output jack ...72 Backlight correction ...60 Battery ...36 Attaching to DVD video/recorder ...37...
Page 169 Go To (during playback) ...70 Go To (on Disc Navigation) ...125 Hand strap ...32 Information display mode ...62 Infrared receiver ...35 Initial Setup ...92 Input Source ...88 Language ...93 Lens cap ...32 Lock ...110 Low Light (Program AE) ...80 LPCM (VIDEO Mode) ...86 MENU button ...79 MF ...57 MIC.Filter ...85...
Page 170 Update Control Info..128 VIDEO Mode ...86 FINE ...86 LPCM ...86 STD ...86 XTRA ...86 Vol. button ...67 White Bal..81 White fade ...105 Wipe fade ...105 XTRA (VIDEO Mode) ...86 Zoom lever ...55...

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