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- Page 1 DZ-HS303A/DZ-HS300A DZ-HS303A DZ-HS300A Instruction manual To obtain the best performance and ensure years of trouble-free use, please read this instruction manual completely.
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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.
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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: Cautions On Hdd
• If you so, recording, playback or dubbing may not be possible. Please note in advance that Hitachi will not accept any liability or make compensation for loss of data, or direct or indirect damage when recording or playback is not performed normally due to a fault in this DVD video camera/recorder. - Page 6 Liquid crystal display (LCD) and viewfinder: • The LCD screen and viewfinder are the products of highly precise technology. Among the total number of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for LCD monitor and equivalent to approx. 200,000 pixels for viewfinder), 0.01% or less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as colored dots (red, blue, green).
- Page 7 • Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD video camera/recorder to be faulty. • If you have to clean the lens, use a Hitachi Maxell cleaner that is exclusively for 8 cm DVD discs. Be careful of moisture condensation: •...
- Page 8 Do not turn the DVD video camera/recorder off while the ACCESS/PC indicator or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking: • The ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking to show that data is being written to disc or card, or being read from it.
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Page 9: Cautions When Storing
Cautions When Storing Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time: • The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. -
Page 10: Cleaning
CLEANING Be sure to set the power switch to “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... -
Page 11: Disc Cleaning
(generally available) to completely delete the data on it. It is user’s responsibility to control the data on disc and memory card. • Hitachi will not accept any responsibility for leaking of personal data. Read This First To guide you, we have included following five chapters. -
Page 12: About This Manual
Refer to these marks and identify the functions and operation to match the HDD/disc card you use. ●Illustrations in this manual Although the external appearances of DZ-HS303A / DZ-HS300A are different, the method of operating these models is identical. The illustrations of DZ-HS303A are used for the explanation in this text. -
Page 13: Introduction
Introduction ●Recording is possible on both HDD and DVD: In FINE mode, recording for up to 3 hours is possible on HDD; up to 30 minutes on DVD (p. 43, 156). ●Dubbing to an 8 cm DVD can be performed on this DVD video camera/recorder using only one button: Simple dubbing without a DVD recorder or PC (p. -
Page 14: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Information... 2 For Your Safety... 2 Precautions... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... 4 Cautions on HDD... 5 Cautions When Using ... 5 Cautions When Storing... 9 Suggestions and Restrictions ... 9 CLEANING ... 10 HANDLING DISCS ... 10 DISC CLEANING... - Page 15 Setting Up Camera Functions ...60 SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE)... 60 RECORDING DARK SUBJECTS USING LCD MONITOR LIGHT ... 61 ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE)... 61 USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER (EIS) ... 63 RECORDING SUBJECT USING LARGE MAGNIFICATION (DIGITAL ZOOM) ...
- Page 16 FINALIZING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW (FINALIZE DVD) ... 108 ADDITIONALLY RECORDING ON FINALIZED DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/+RW (UNFINALIZE DVD)... 109 Others ... 110 DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY) ... 110 PLAYING BACK SCENES REPEATEDLY (REPEAT PLAY)... 110 PLAYING BACK WIDE-MODE IMAGES ON 4:3 DISPLAY TV (TV TYPE)... 111 SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF STILLS)...
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Page 17: Checking Provided Accessories
PC connection cable: Use this cable when connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC. Battery (model DZ-BP07PW): For DZ-HS300A only. Portable power supply for this DVD video camera/recorder. Charge it before use. Power cable: Connect between household AC outlet and AC adapter/charger. -
Page 18: Names Of Parts
13 External microphone jack (for DZ-HS303A only) (p. 70) 14 Wide-screen color liquid crystal display (inside) (p. 34) Although the external appearances of DZ- HS303A and DZ-HS300A are different, the method of operating these models is identical. DZ-HS303A illustrations are used in this manual. - Page 19 15 Viewfinder (p. 34) 16 Diopter control (p. 34) To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.) 17 SLEEP/RESTART button (p. 45) To switch the sleep/restart status between ON and OFF. 18 ACCESS/PC indicator (p. 8, 43) Will blink or light when the HDD/DVD is accessed (write or read), or the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to a PC.
- Page 20 28 FULL AUTO button (p. 58) To switch the DVD video camera /recorder to full automatic. 29 FOCUS button (p. 55) To switch between manual focus and auto- focus. 30 MENU button (p. 35, 51, 86) Press this button to display the menu for setting camera functions and Disc Navigation.
- Page 21 45 PHOTO button (p. 44) 46 REC button (p. 43) 47 MENU button (p. 35, 51, 86) 48 SELECT button (p. 79, 93) 49 Reverse search button (p. 75) 50 DELETE button (p. 85) 51 DISC NAVIGATION button (p. 71) 52 DISPLAY button (p.
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Page 22: Setups
Setups This section explains preparations for recording – setting up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery. Demonstration Function This DVD video camera/recorder is equipped with a demonstration function. The default at purchase time is “Auto”, which will automatically start the demonstration approx. ten minutes after the DVD video camera/recorder, connected to the AC adapter/charger, is turned on and left unoperated. -
Page 23: Attaching Lens Cap
ATTACHING LENS CAP Attach the shorter end of lens cap string to the lens cap. Attach the longer end of lens cap string to the attachment hole of DVD video camera/ recorder. Push the both sides of cap inward and attach it over the lens. -
Page 24: Removing Battery From Remote Control
• Keep the battery in a dark, cool, dry place. • 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/... -
Page 25: Hdd/Dvd/Cards
HDD/DVD/Cards The following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) that can be used on this DVD video camera/recorder and the functions which are available with them: Function To record video (p. 43) To record photo (p. 44) To delete image just recorded (p. -
Page 26: Hdd, Discs
• It is recommended that you use Hitachi Maxell HG type single-sided discs, since their compatibility with this DVD video camera/recorder has been confirmed. When using an HG type double-sided disc, take great care with handling it. -
Page 27: Examples Of Discs That Cannot Be Used On This Dvd Video Camera/Recorder
EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER • CD • CD-R • CD-RW • CD-ROM • DVD-ROM • DVD-Video • DVD-R (4.7 GB) for Authoring Ver. 2.0 AVAILABLE CARDS SD memory cards can be used on this DVD video camera/recorder (incompatible with 2 GB). -
Page 28: Preparations For Power Supply
Preparations for Power Supply USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER It is recommended that you use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/recorder from household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors. -
Page 29: Setting Up The Battery
Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP14S battery provided with DZ-HS303A or DZ-BP07PW battery provided with DZ-HS300A has not been charged at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder. Note • Be sure to use the DZ-BP14S, DZ-BP07PW (unavailable for DZ-HS303A), DZ-BP14SW (optional) or DZ-BP7SW (optional, unavailable for DZ-HS303A) battery for the DVD video camera/recorder: Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/recorder to malfunction, or result in fire. -
Page 30: Attaching Battery To Dvd Video Camera/Recorder
●Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx. 77ºF (25ºC)) DZ-BP14S (provided with DZ-HS303A)/DZ-BP14SW (optional): Approx. 165 minutes DZ-BP07PW (provided with DZ-HS300A)/DZ-BP7SW (optional, unavailable for DZ-HS303A): Approx. 90 minutes The charge time will vary depending on the remaining power level of battery. - Page 31 XTRA When using LCD monitor When using viewfinder FINE When using LCD monitor When using viewfinder When using LCD monitor With DZ-BP07PW* (provided with DZ-HS300A)/DZ-BP7SW Video mode When using viewfinder XTRA When using LCD monitor When using viewfinder FINE When using LCD monitor...
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Page 32: 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 EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY •... -
Page 33: Turning Dvd Video Camera/Recorder On And Off
Turning DVD Video Camera/Recorder On and While holding down the gray button at the right of power switch, set the switch according to each recording function: Set to “OFF”: The DVD video camera/ recorder will turn off Set to “SD”: To record photos on an SD memory card and play them back... -
Page 34: Viewing Images
Viewing Images VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR SCREEN If you open the LCD monitor, you can monitor subject image on the LCD screen. Open the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor has a portion where you can hook your finger. Hook the finger there to open the monitor. -
Page 35: 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. Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c buttons to choose “Date Set”... -
Page 36: Initial Settings
Initial Settings Press the MENU button, and then use f/e/d/c/A buttons to display the “Initial Setup” menu screen. See page 51 for detailed operation procedure. Press the MENU button again to exit setting. SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF (BEEP) Select “On”... -
Page 37: 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. 153)). (Note, however, that the date/time will not be reset.) Choose “Reset” on the “Initial Setup” menu screen, and then press the A button. -
Page 38: Lcd/Evf Setup
LCD/EVF Setup ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHTNESS) AND VIEWFINDER (EVF BRIGHTNESS) Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c/A buttons to choose “LCD/EVF Adjust” on the “LCD/EVF Setup” menu screen, and then choose “LCD Brightness”or “EVF Brightness”. The brightness adjustment bar will appear on the screen. -
Page 39: Adjusting Color Density (Color Level)
ADJUSTING COLOR DENSITY (COLOR LEVEL) You can adjust the color density of the LCD monitor screen and viewfinder. Press the MENU button, use the f/ e/d/c/A buttons to choose ENTER “LCD/EVF Adjust” on the “LCD/EVF Setup” menu screen, and then choose “Color Level”. -
Page 40: Inserting And Removing Disc
Inserting and Removing Disc Set the power switch to “DVD” or “OFF” . When the power switch is set to “HDD” or “SD”, the cover of disc insertion block will not open. When “Please insert DVD.” appears during dubbing, however, the cover of disc insertion block will open even when the power switch is set to “HDD”... - Page 41 Note • If the cover of disc insertion block is open, the ACCESS/PC indicator will blink when an image is displayed on the LCD monitor screen: In this case, the DVD video camera/recorder will not turn off even if the power switch is set to “OFF”. If the cover remains open after a while, the DVD video camera/recorder will automatically turn off.
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Page 42: Inserting And Removing Card
Inserting and Removing Card Open the LCD monitor. Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off. Open the cover of card insertion block. Inserting Card: Insert card with its terminal inward until it locks. Removing Card: Push the center of card edge. The card will come out so that it can be held by fingers. -
Page 43: Basic Techniques
(see page 8). • The minimum recordable time of movie is approximately 3 seconds. • Hitachi cannot be responsible for video and audio that cannot be recorded or edited because of any defect. • Each time the DVD video camera/recorder enters the recording pause status, the counter display will be reset to “0:00:00”. -
Page 44: Recording Stills
Recording Stills Note Recording of still images is possible on card. CARD ACCESS indicator Remove the lens cap, and then point the DVD video camera/recorder at subject. Turn the DVD camera/recorder on. Set the power switch to “SD”. After the CARD ACCESS indicator goes out, perform the subsequent operation: Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or LCD). -
Page 45: Swift Restart Of Recording (Sleep/Restart Button)
Swift Restart of Recording (SLEEP/RESTART button) If you press the SLEEP/RESTART button while in the recording pause status instead of turning the DVD video camera/recorder off, the status that recording is possible will be restored in approx. one second. Setting to the sleep/restart standby status: Press the SLEEP/RESTART button in the recording pause status. -
Page 46: 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 See the next page for details. e 2. Program AE 3. White balance n 4. EIS 5. Backlight compensation 6. - Page 47 1. Recording mode (p. 43, 44, 68) : Movie (HDD/DVD) : Still (Card) : External input still (field) (Card) : External input still (frame) (Card) 2. Program AE (only in movie recording mode) (p. 60) No display : Auto : Sports : Portrait : Spotlight : Sand &...
- Page 48 : DVD-R already finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder : DVD-R finalized on a device other than this DVD video camera/ recorder (including a DVD-R recorded on a Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder marketed before DZ-HS303A/HS300A, but not finalized) : +RW...
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Page 49: 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 46) and recording status (see 11 on page 46) will appear. - Page 50 ●Interpreting symbols on LCD screen when recording with the screen facing the same direction as the lens Screen display symbol • Status in which recording is not possible on HDD. • An attempt to record a photo on HDD was made. •...
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Page 51: Checking Flow Of Menu
Checking Flow of Menu The following two on-screen menu modes are available with this DVD video camera/recorder: • Full Menu: To display all menu items for experts • Quick Menu: To display only the fundamental menu items for first timers ●Operating Menu The Full Menu will appear if you press the MENU button. - Page 52 ●Flow of Full Menu ■ The shaded menu item can also be set using the Quick Menu. Refer to page indicated for details of each function. Camera Functions Setup Not displayed when external input is being selected. Came r a F u n c t i o n s Se t up P r o g r am AE A u t o Wh i t e Ba l .
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Page 53: Zooming
“T” control side with Dig. Zoom specified, the digital zoom will be activated midway (when optical 10-power is exceeded on DZ-HS303A or optical 25-power is exceeded on DZ-HS300A). You can zoom up to 500-power on DZ-HS303A; up to 1200-power on DZ-HS300A. -
Page 54: Recording Subjects For Stronger Wide-Angle Or Telephoto Effect
Use the tele-conversion lens or wide-conversion lens with the following filter diameter and thread pitch to record subjects for stronger telephoto or wide-angle effect: Filter diameter: 37 mm for DZ-HS303A; 34 mm for DZ-HS300A Thread pitch: 0.75 mm for DZ-HS303A; 0.5 mm for DZ-HS300A When attaching the optional DZ-TL1 tele-conversion lens or DZ-WL1 wide-conversion lens, use the optional step-up ring: DZ-SR3437 for DZ-HS300A (see page 138). -
Page 55: Manually Focusing Subject
Manually Focusing Subject The DVD video camera/recorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (autofocus). You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. FOCUSING DURING RECORDING Normally, the DVD video camera/recorder automatically focuses the subject (autofocus), but you can also manually focus a subject, depending on the recording conditions (manual focus). - Page 56 Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically focused (see page 55): 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,...
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Page 57: Adjusting Brightness Of Image To Be Recorded (Exposure)
Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded (Exposure) The DVD video camera/recorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure depending on the recording conditions. Press the EXPOSURE button during recording. The exposure adjustment bar will appear on the screen. -
Page 58: Using Full Auto Function
Using Full Auto Function Pressing the FULL AUTO button will fully automate the camera functions. Press the FULL AUTO button. “FULL AUTO” will be displayed on the screen of DVD video camera/recorder for several seconds. The following settings will reset to defaults: When setting Function full auto... -
Page 59: Built-In Video Flash (For Dz-Hs303A Only)
You can use the optional DZ-FLH3 Video Flash* (p. 138): Refer to the instruction manual of Video Flash for use. * Unavailable for DZ-HS300A. Note • The built-in Video Flash setting will not change even when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. -
Page 60: Setting Up Camera Functions
Setting Up Camera Functions • See page 51 for how to set. Before You Begin • No menu screen appears with external input. SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE) This DVD video camera/recorder automatically detects the status of subject and surrounding situation and records the optimum image: If you choose the shooting mode to match the recording conditions, clearer images will be recorded. -
Page 61: Recording Dark Subjects Using Lcd Monitor Light
RECORDING DARK SUBJECTS USING LCD MONITOR LIGHT When Program AE is set to Low Light, you can use the light from LCD monitor to record a subject. Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c buttons to choose “Program AE” on the “Camera Functions Setup”... -
Page 62: Setting White Balance Manually
Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c buttons to choose “White Bal.” on the “Camera Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the A button. Choose the desired option, and then press the A button. Press the MENU button to end the setting. ●Setting white balance manually Point the DVD video camera/... -
Page 63: Using The Electronic Image Stabilizer (Eis)
USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER (EIS) When you use zoom (see page 53) to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image. Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c buttons to choose “EIS” on the “Camera Functions Setup”... -
Page 64: Setting Up Record Functions
Setting Up Record Functions SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY (VIDEO MODE) Choose the movie quality from “XTRA”, “FINE”, “STD”. It is recommended that you record critical subjects in the “XTRA” or “FINE” mode. Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c/A buttons to choose “VIDEO Mode”... -
Page 65: Setting To Wide Tv Screen Mode (16:9 Mode)
“on” and “off”. “16:9 On” specified (aspect ratio 16:9) When using DZ-HS303A When using DZ-HS300A Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c buttons to choose “16:9” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the A button. - Page 66 TV. In this case, change the setting on the DVD recorder/player, or set “TV type” (p. 111) to 4:3 and view the images. *1 The DZ-HS300A cannot receive any externally input signal. *2 This system records the aspect ratio (16:9, 4:3) information in void space between video signals.
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Page 67: Switching Quality Of Still Image (Quality)
DVD video camera/recorder. Refer to the explanation starting from page 115 on how to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to other devices or record images input from them. The DZ-HS300A cannot receive any externally input signal. Setting CAMERA... -
Page 68: Switching External Input Recording Method (Photo Input)
When “Input Source: LINE or S LINE” is specified, you can record stills of externally input images on a card. The DVD video camera/recorder can record an external image with little movement by specifying “Frame”, but “Field” is recommended for recording image with movement. The DZ-HS300A cannot receive any externally input signal. Recording format... -
Page 69: 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. -
Page 70: Using External Microphone
• This DVD video camera/recorder cannot use a plug-in power type microphone. (Power is not supplied from this DVD video camera/recorder.) • Connecting an external microphone will switch off the built-in microphone. • The DZ-HS300A cannot use any external microphone. 1<>2/ To external... -
Page 71: Disc Navigation
Disc Navigation Using Disc Navigation STARTING OR TERMINATING 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 72 Cursor Still image icon Operation guide *1 Icon displayed on a photo recorded on a DVD-RAM using Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder marketed before DZ-HS303A/HS300A. DZ-HS303A/HS300A cannot record any photos on a DVD-RAM. *2 The operation guide will vary depending on the operation status of DVD video camera/recorder.
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Page 73: Playing Back From Disc Navigation Screen
PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION SCREEN Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the f/e/d/c buttons to select the desired scene. The selected scene will be framed: This is called a “cursor”. ADJUSTING VOLUME DURING PLAYBACK If the LCD monitor is open during playback of movie, playback sound will be heard from the speaker. -
Page 74: Playing Back Latest Recorded Scene
• Insert a disc or card recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder to play Before You Begin back scenes on it. (p. 43, 44). • Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on (p. 33). PLAYING BACK LATEST RECORDED SCENE Playing Back Press the A button in the recording pause status. -
Page 75: Capturing Photo
CAPTURING PHOTO You can record an image displayed during playback of video as a photo on a card. Press the MENU button at a scene you wish to capture during playback. Choose “Edit”, “PHOTO Capture”, and then press the A button. The screen for verifying capture will appear. -
Page 76: Skip Playback Of Movie
SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE During playback, press the f or e button to locate the start of desired scene. Press e once: To skip to the first image of the scene following the one being played back, and start playback. Press f once: To return to the first image of the scene being played back, and start playback. -
Page 77: Jumping To Specified Point (Go To)
JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO) Press the MENU button during playback. Choose the option ENTER (point you want to go to), and then press the A button. ●Specifying the point to view Choose “Specify” in step 2 above, and then press the A button. -
Page 78: Information Display During Playback
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 HDD/DVD: Recording mode Scene No. -
Page 79: Selecting Multiple Scenes
SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the f/e/d/c buttons to select the desired scene. Press the PHOTO/SELECT button once: The selected scene will be framed in red and yellow. SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES TOGETHER Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the f/e/d/ A l l P r ogr ams c buttons to point the... -
Page 80: Functions Available With Disc Navigation
FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC NAVIGATION The Disc Navigation mode will allow a variety of further operations. Functions Available with Disc Navigation Available function Editing of scenes ● ● ● Setting special ● ● ● effects to scenes Copy from disc to ●... -
Page 81: 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 HDD/DVD/Card will appear. Shaded items will also appear in Quick Menu display mode (see page 51). Refer to pages indicated for details of settings. - Page 82 ●When using DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW Scene Select (p. 93) Detail (p. 94) Program Select (p. 95) Play (p. 96) Go To (p. 105) (p. 105) Others Repeat Play TV type ●When using card Scene Delete (p. 85) Lock (p. 92) Select (p.
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Page 83: Dubbing On Dvd
Dubbing on DVD You can dub the images recorded on the HDD to a DVD. • Set the power switch to “HDD”. • Prepare a recordable disc. • The recording time for a scene that can be dubbed on one disc is approx. -
Page 84: Selecting Scenes Recorded On Hdd And Dubbing Them (Scene Select Dubbing)
• Please note in advance that Hitachi will not accept any responsibility for compensation or loss of data, or direct or indirect damage when dubbing is not performed normally due to a fault in this DVD video camera/recorder. -
Page 85: Scene
●List of dubbing possible/impossible Disc to be VIDEO Modes dubbed (XTRA/FINE/STD) mixed ● DVD-RAM DVD-RW ● (VR-mode) DVD-RW — (VF-mode) DVD-R — ●* * You cannot specify the combination of “VIDEO Mode: STD” and “16:9 On”. Scene DELETING SCENES (EDIT – DELETE) You may want to delete unwanted scenes. -
Page 86: Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide)
●Editing using submenu Press the MENU button before pressing the A button in step 5 (see page 85): The submenu will appear. Edit Delete ...To delete selected scenes Exit...To restore the Disc Navigation screen Start → Current...To select scenes from the start to the one that the cursor is on Select Current →... -
Page 87: Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine)
COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES (EDIT – COMBINE) 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. When using a DVD-RAM, combining scenes is possible only when “Category: All” is specified (p. 110). Stills cannot be combined. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. -
Page 88: Directing Scenes Effectively (Effect - Fade)
DIRECTING SCENES EFFECTIVELY (EFFECT – 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. Place the cursor on the scene to which fade is to be added. -
Page 89: Playing Back By Skipping Scenes (Effect - Skip)
PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES (EFFECT – 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. Place the cursor on the scene to which skip is to be set. -
Page 90: Changing Images For Thumbnails (Effect - Thumbnail)
CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS (EFFECT – THUMBNAIL) Normally, the first image of the recorded scene is displayed as a thumbnail: You can choose another image of the scene for thumbnail. If you set a vivid image to thumbnail, you can know what you recorded from a glance at the Disc Navigation screen. -
Page 91: Copying Stills On Dvd-Ram To Card (Copy)
COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM TO CARD (COPY) • Set a DVD-RAM (recorded on a Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder marketed before DZ-HS303A/HS300A) that includes the photos you Before You Begin wish to copy, and a card with recordable space, in this DVD video camera/recorder. -
Page 92: 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 “SD”. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Place the cursor on the scene to be locked. You can also select multiple scenes (p. -
Page 93: Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select)
SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN (SELECT) You can use this “Select” function to select consecutive scenes at one time. This function is useful when there are numerous scenes. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Point the cursor at the first or last scene to be selected: When selecting all scenes, simply proceed with step 3. -
Page 94: 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. Place the cursor on the scene whose information you wish to know. Press the MENU button. -
Page 95: 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 (SELECT) Since the scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder are collected as “programs”... -
Page 96: Playing Back Program (Play)
PLAYING BACK PROGRAM (PLAY) You can play back only the selected program. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Use the f/e/d/c/A buttons to choose “Play” on the “Program” menu screen, and then press the A button. CHANGING TITLE OF PROGRAM (TITLE) The recording date/time has initially been attached to any program. - Page 97 Note • If you wish to delete the letter for title, press the C button once: The input letter will be deleted. Holding down the C button will delete all letters in the TITLE column. • You can also use the DELETE button on remote control to delete any input letters.
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Page 98: 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 HDD/DVD capacity by making a play list. -
Page 99: Switching To Display Of Each Play List (Select)
SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST (SELECT) Select the desired one of multiple play lists: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will appear. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Use the f/e/d/c/A buttons to choose “Select”... -
Page 100: Adding Scenes To Play List (Editing Play List)
ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Use the f/e/d/ c/A buttons to choose “Edit” on the “PlayList” menu screen, ENTER and then press the A button. Use the “Edit Playlist” Ed i t P l a y L i s t screen to select the play list to which you wish... -
Page 101: Deleting Scenes From Play List (Editing Play List)
DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button, and then press the MENU button. Display the editing screen of the play list to be edited. Perform steps 3 – 4 on page 100. Move the cursor to the play list in lower row, and place the cursor on scene to be deleted. -
Page 102: 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, and then press the MENU button. Display the editing screen of the play list to be edited. -
Page 103: Arranging Order Of Scenes (Move)
ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Use the f/e/d/c/A buttons to choose “Select” on the “PlayList” menu screen, and then press the A button. Select the play list to be edited, and then press the A button. -
Page 104: 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. Use the f/e/d/c/A buttons to choose “Title”... -
Page 105: Go To
Go To From the Disc Navigation screen, you can jump to the first scene or last scene, and playback will start from that point. MOVING TO BEGINNING (END) OF HDD/DVD/CARD Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. HDD/DVD/Card Management INITIALIZING HDD/DVD/CARD Initializing the HDD, a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/+RW or card will allow you to delete any recorded contents. -
Page 106: Protection
PROTECTION You can protect the HDD and a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) in order to prevent recorded images from being erased or edited by mistake. Further recording will not be possible on protected disc until the protection is released. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. -
Page 107: Updating Control Information Of Hdd/Dvd-Ram/Dvd-Rw (Vr-Mode) (Update Control Info.)
UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF HDD/DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR- MODE) (UPDATE CONTROL INFO.) Disc Navigation in this DVD video camera/recorder handles information on scenes, such as thumbnail, 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 108: Finalizing Dvd-Rw/Dvd-R/+Rw (Finalize Dvd)
FINALIZING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW (FINALIZE DVD) • Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/ recorder when finalizing a DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW. Finalization cannot be Before You Begin executed using a battery. If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off during finalization and the finalization is interrupted, incorrect finalization will result, and at worst, the disc may be damaged. -
Page 109: Additionally Recording On Finalized Dvd-Rw (Vf-Mode)/+Rw (Unfinalize Dvd)
ADDITIONALLY RECORDING ON FINALIZED DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/+RW (UNFINALIZE DVD) You can unfinalize the DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder so that additional recording can be done on it. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Use the f/e/d/c/A buttons to choose “Unfinalize DVD”... -
Page 110: Others
Others DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY) If you insert a DVD-RAM that includes photos recorded on a DVD video camera/recorder other than DZ-HS303A/HS300A, the scenes on the disc will be displayed in the order of recording, regardless of whether they are movies or stills. Scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder will be displayed in the order of recording regardless of whether they are movies or stills. -
Page 111: Playing Back Wide-Mode Images On 4:3 Display Tv (Tv Type)
PLAYING BACK WIDE-MODE IMAGES ON 4:3 DISPLAY TV (TV TYPE) If you connect the DVD video camera/recorder with a disc recorded in wide mode to a TV with 4:3 display only and play it back, vertically long images will appear. You can specify “TV type: 4:3” to display 4:3 images on the TV. -
Page 112: Viewing On Tv Screen
Viewing on TV Screen Connecting to a 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) * If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can connect the S-VIDEO plug to it. Note •... -
Page 113: 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. -
Page 114: Playback On Dvd Recorder/Player
Playback on DVD Recorder/Player PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-MODE) You can use a DVD recorder or DVD player that conforms to DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) to play back 8 cm DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder. Insert the disc into the DVD recorder/player and play it back. -
Page 115: Recording (Dubbing) Images
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 116 • 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.
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Page 117: Recording (Dubbing) Images On Other Video Devices
RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES You can record (dub) images played back on this DVD video camera/recorder, on other video devices. Use the AV/S input/output cable (provided) to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to another video device as shown in the following figure: Signal flow To AV input/output jack AV/S input/output cable... -
Page 118: Connecting To Pc
Connecting to PC Connecting to PC Software Provided You can utilize on PC the videos and photos recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder, using the PC connection cable and software CD-ROM provided, or generally available software. The provided CD-ROM contains the following software for Windows and Macintosh: Windows ImageMixer 3 This allows you to import the images recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder into PC. -
Page 119: Requirements Of Available Pc
Before unpacking the provided software CD-ROM, read the License Agreement on page 161. Requirements of available PC [When using Windows] ® • OS: Windows 2000 Professional SP3 or higher, XP Home Edition/XP Professional * The provided software cannot be used on Windows •... -
Page 120: Installing Software
Installing Software [When using Windows] Turn the PC on. If you have been using the PC, terminate all running software programs. Insert the provided CD-ROM into the CD- ROM drive of PC. The installer will automatically start, and the “Choose Setup Language” screen will automatically appear. - Page 121 Choosing video system: The screen for setting the video system will appear, and then click “Next”. Executing installation: The setups for installation are now complete. Click “Install” to execute installation. Important information for customers who use Easy CD Creator 5 made by Roxio Corporation: If ImageMixer 3 provided with this DVD video camera/recorder is installed, Easy CD...
- Page 122 [When using Macintosh] Turn the Macintosh on, and insert the provided CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of Macintosh. Double-click the DVDCAM3HS icon displayed on desktop. Double-click the icon of “ImageMixer for DVDCAM.pkg” displayed on screen. The installer will start: Click “Continue”. Checking license agreement: The license agreement screen will appear.
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Page 123: Connecting To Pc Via Pc Connection Cable
Connecting to PC via PC Connection Cable Use the provided PC connection cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to PC as shown below. To PC connection terminal Note • The PC connection cable does not supply power to the DVD video camera/recorder: Use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/recorder. - Page 124 When connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC, the DVD video camera/recorder will be recognized as a drive. The drive will appear on screen as follows: [When using Windows] If the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC with its power switch set to “HDD” or “DVD”, it will be recognized as an optical disc drive, and a disc set in the DVD video camera/ recorder can be accessed.
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Page 125: Using Disc In Dvd Drive Built Into Pc
●When removing disc [When using Windows] Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to choose the drive icon of DVD video camera/recorder. → Right-click the mouse. → Choose “Eject”. → The cover of disc insertion block on DVD video camera/recorder will open. Insert another disc and close the cover: The disc will be recognized. -
Page 126: Before Terminating Pc Connection (Unplugging Pc Connection Cable)/Changing Over Power Switch
BEFORE TERMINATING PC CONNECTION (UNPLUGGING PC CONNECTION CABLE)/CHANGING OVER POWER SWITCH [When using Windows] Before unplugging the PC connection cable from PC, terminate the application and then click the “Hardware Removal” icon on task tray at the bottom right of Windows screen. Click [When using Macintosh] When removing the DVD video camera/recorder from PC, choose the drive icon of DVD video... -
Page 127: Using Software
Using Software See page 132 when using Macintosh. [When using Windows] USING IMAGEMIXER 3 ImageMixer 3 allows you to capture the images recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder into PC, edit the video file, and create a DVD-Video or DVD-VR using the video file. The following shows the basic operation of ImageMixer 3. - Page 128 The screen for choosing the device to be imported will appear: Choose “Hitachi DVDCAM (HDD)” when the power switch is set to “HDD”, “Hitachi DVDCAM” when it is set to “DVD”, and then click “Import”. If you wish to change the import device, and...
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Page 129: Creating Dvd-Video Using Images Recorded On Hdd/Disc
CREATING DVD-VIDEO USING IMAGES RECORDED ON HDD/DISC You can use the images recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder to create a disc that can be viewed on DVD recorders/players. * A DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder must be finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder (see page 108). - Page 130 On the “Importing Device” screen, choose “Hitachi DVDCAM (HDD)” when the power switch is set to “HDD”; and “Hitachi DVDCAM” when the power switch is set to “DVD”. If you wish to change the import device, and continue import, unplug the PC connection cable from the PC, and then change over the power switch (see page 123).
- Page 131 Click “Authoring” and create a DVD-Video menu. Clicking “Authoring” will display the editing screen of DVD-Video menu. The video file previously imported into PC will appear in “Source”. Choose the desired video file, and click “Add titles”: The video file will be registered. When using a video file imported into PC using ImageMixer 3, click “File”...
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Page 132: [When Using Macintosh]
USB port of PC. Start Pixe VRF Browser EX and choose the drive. Clicking the “Drive” icon will display the drive select screen. Choose “HITACHI DZ- USBHDD” when the power switch is set to “HDD”, “Hitachi DVD-RAM DZ-GBX3”... - Page 133 Select the video file to be imported and save The scenes recorded on HDD, disc will appear. Select the scene to be imported into Macintosh and click “Save”: The save setting screen will appear. Clicking “Save” after setting the save destination, etc.
- Page 134 Creating a DVD-Video menu: Then edit the DVD-Video menu: You can set up the menu style, change the thumbnail to be displayed, and add a menu BGM. After editing the menu screen, click “Next”. Checking playback: The playback check screen will appear so that you can confirm the DVD images to be created.
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Page 135: Viewing Images Recorded On Disc Using Pc
Viewing Images recorded on Disc using PC ●Playing back DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW You can use the DVD playback software on your PC/Macintosh to play back a DVD-RW (VF- mode)/DVD-R/+RW recorded and finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder. 1. Load the DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW to be played back in the DVD video camera/ recorder. -
Page 136: Uninstalling Software
/Library/Receipts/ImageMixer for DVDCAM.pkg Note • “User” will depend on the login user name. • Administrator authority is required for uninstallation. Please contact the following for inquiries on provided CD-ROM PC Software Support Center number PIXELA CORPORATION +1-800-458-4029 (Toll-free) +1-213-341-0163 URL:http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/hitachi/e/index.html... -
Page 137: Cautions When Connecting Dvd Video Camera/Recorder To Pc
Doing so will make the disc unusable. Data may be readable or writable from/to the DVD video camera/recorder using software other than that provided with the DVD video camera/recorder, but Hitachi does not guarantee the operation. If the PC is started from suspend (or sleep or standby) with the DVD video camera/recorder connected to the PC, the DVD video camera/recorder may not be recognized: Disconnect the DVD video camera/recorder from PC once, and restart the PC. -
Page 138: Subsidiary Information
Step-up ring (DZ-SR3437 for DZ-HS300A) (p. 54) • When using camera accessories, be sure to read the instruction manuals for each accessory. Unavailable for DZ-HS300A. You will need the optional step-up ring when attaching these lenses to the DZ-HS300A. POWER SUPPLY Battery (DZ-BP7SW)* Battery (DZ-BP14SW) * Unavailable for DZ-HS303A. -
Page 139: 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 are arranged in alphabetical order. Message (1) Data error in a part It is possible that the system cannot normally complete writing of of image file. - Page 140 Message Cannot combine scene Scenes in different programs (different recording dates) cannot of multiple programs. be combined. Create a Playlist first, and then combine such Create PlayList first, scenes on the playlist. and then combine scenes. Cannot combine. Select only movies and combine them. Deselect PHOTO scenes.
- Page 141 Message Card error has • The card terminals may be dirty: Wipe off dirt, and try the card occurred. again, or use another card. • Data other than still image may be included: Use another card. Card error has Was the card formatted on PC? Was formatting interrupted occurred.
- Page 142 Message DVD error has occurred. The disc may be dirty. Formatting is not Remove the disc and wipe off fingerprints, dust, etc. before complete. reusing it, or use another disc. This message may also appear if you insert a disc for which formatting was interrupted midway.
- Page 143 Message DVD-R*, Input Source Once a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R has been recorded in the cannot be changed. 16:9 mode, the input source will not be changeable. * “DVD-RW (VF)” will appear when using a DVD-RW (VF-mode). DVD-R*, Video mode With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R, the movie quality mode and and 16:9 mode cannot 16:9 mode once used for recording cannot be changed.
- Page 144 Message HDD error has HDD error probably occurred during editing of video file. occurred.Restart. Turn off this DVD video camera/recorder, and then connect the AC adapter/charger to the DVD video camera/recorder to power it again: The video file will be repaired. NO DVD This message may appear when the DVD video camera/recorder or disc is moved from a cold place to a warm place.
- Page 145 Message This DVD cannot be A disc that cannot be used on this DVD video camera/recorder used. Please replace has been loaded. Check the type of disc. DVD. This DVD is finalized. This message will appear if you press the FINALIZE button with a Finalize is not required.
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Page 146: 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 147 Symptom Power cannot be turned Detach the battery or AC adapter/charger once, and then press the off. RESET button of DVD video camera/recorder: Reattach a power supply to DVD video camera/recorder before turning it on again. Even if the DVD video The DVD video camera/recorder will automatically turn on to camera/recorder is off, recognize a disc: Closing the cover will automatically turn the...
- Page 148 Symptom An error message for Perform repair following the instructions on screen. repair appears. Repair is possible when the DVD video camera/recorder is powered by the AC adapter/charger. If you are using the HDD and have detected an error in part of video file, a battery can also be used for repair (except when the remaining battery level indicator is blinking).
- Page 149 Symptom Photos on card cannot This DVD video camera/recorder can play back image data be played back. recorded on SD memory card in other digital cameras conforming to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard. The range of image data normally playable on this DVD video camera/recorder is that with pixels from 80 horizontal ×...
- Page 150 Symptom Transfer of images Connect the DVD video camera/recorder to another USB terminal stops. of PC. If your PC is a desktop type, it is recommended that you use USB terminal on the back of PC. If you are using USB2.0 extended card, it is also recommended that you install the newest version driver provided by each USB2.0 card maker.
- Page 151 Miscellaneous Symptom No DVD video camera/ Is a fully charged battery attached? recorder operation. Is the DVD video camera/recorder powered from AC outlet? Power does not come Execute system reset (press the RESET button). on, or no operation Has the DVD video camera/recorder been subjected to impact? occurs by pressing The DVD video camera/recorder could be damaged.
- Page 152 Symptom Disc cover cannot be Is disc correctly inserted? closed. Was disc inserted from wrong direction? Remove the disc and then reinsert it. Connect a fully charged battery or AC adapter/charger, and then turn the DVD video camera/recorder on. Operating sound is This sound is heard because the disc is cyclically operated and heard cyclically.
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Page 153: 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 “OFF”... -
Page 154: Major Specifications
Thread pitch: 0.5 mm Auto/Manual Optical 10× (DZ-HS303A), Optical 25× (DZ-HS300A), 40× – 500× (DZ-HS303A), 100×–1200× (DZ-HS300A) with digital zoom added, 40× (DZ-HS303A), 100× (DZ-HS300A) for still 0.3 lx in Low Light mode 0.2-inch color TFT (equivalent to approx. 200,000 pixels) 2.7-inch color TFT (approx. - Page 155 Only discs not packed in Round DVD Holder or cartridge. SD memory card Video/audio input/output × 1 (DZ-HS303A), Video/audio output × 1 (DZ-HS303A), External microphone input ×1 (not equipped with DZ-HS300A), PC connection terminal (connected to PC USB port) ×1 Lithium-ion When recording with LCD monitor off (DVD-RAM used) DZ-HS303A approx.
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Page 156: Storage Capacity Of Hdd/Dvd/Card
DZ-HS300A approx. 490 g AC adapter/charger, Battery, AV/S input/output cable (DZ-HS300A is provided with AV/S output cable), Infrared remote control (not provided with DZ-HS300A), Lithium battery for remote control (not provided with DZ-HS300A), Lens cap, Lens cap string, Shoulder strap, Power cable,... -
Page 157: Recordable Stills (Photos) On Card
Recording quality 32 MB 64 MB FINE Approx. 18 Approx. 38 NORM Approx. 24 Approx. 50 Approx. 37 Approx. 75 For DZ-HS300A Recording quality 32 MB 64 MB FINE Approx. 180 Approx. 380 NORM Approx. 240 Approx. 500 Approx. 370 Approx. -
Page 158: 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 900 Hitachi Way Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556 U.S.A... -
Page 159: Index
Index Numerics ... 65 16:9 ... 26 8 cm bare disc ... 28 AC adapter/charger ... 43 ACCESS/PC indicator ... 101 Add (edit) ... 95 All programs ... 60 Auto (program AE) ... 55 Autofocus ... 112 AV input/output jack ... - Page 160 ...155 Linear PCM ...92 Lock ...43 LOCK switch ...61 Low Light (Program AE) ...55 Manual Focus ...51 MENU button ...63 MIC.Filter ...103 Move ...53 Optical 10× zoom lens ...53 Optical 25x zoom lens ...69 OSD Output ...75 PHOTO capture ...68 PHOTO Input ...44, 79 PHOTO/SELECT button...
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Page 161: Be Sure To Read The Following Before Opening The Package Of Cd-Rom
This License Agreement certifies that you were granted license in the past. ■ Grant of License • Hitachi, Ltd. nonexclusively grants you the right to install this program in one computer and use it, but this right cannot be transferred to a third party. -
Page 162: Important Notice
DAMAGES OR LOSS OF PROFIT OF PRODUCT RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN OR MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF THIS HITACHI PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. -
Page 163: Limited Warranty
1. Owner must provide verification of the date of purchase when requesting Limited Warranty Service. (Dated Sales Receipt Required) 2. All repairs must be performed by a Hitachi Authorized Service Facility. 3. This warranty is valid only in the U.S.A. - Page 164 OR MAIL IN TO ADDRESS ON THIS CARD. HITACHI “In order to allow Hitachi to better serve customer needs, please complete this card and return it to Hitachi America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division. Completion of this card is not required in order to validate your Hitachi limited warranty, but would assist us in developing better services and programs for our customers.”...
- Page 167 1-2495 Meadowpine Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6C3 CANADA IMPORTANT NOTICE: This warranty will not apply to product purchased outside of Canada OR sold by any organization other than HITACHI CANADA LTD AVIS IMPORTANT: Notre garantie ne couvre pas les produits achetés à l’extérieur du...
- Page 168 (Please print or type) «Afin de permettre à Hitachi de mieux répondre aux besoins de la clientèle, veuillez remplir cette carte et la retourner à Hitachi Canada Ltd. Il n’est pas nécessaire de remplir cette carte pour valider vorte garantie limitée Hitachi;...
- Page 170 URL:http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/hitachi/e/index.html HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION 900 Hitachi Way Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556 Service Hotline: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) QR68132 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2006 HITACHI CANADA LTD. DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION 1-2495 Meadowpine Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6C3 CANADA Service Direct: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) http://www.hitachi.ca...