Hitachi DZ-BD7HE, DZ-BD70E Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

(English)

DZ-BD7HE/DZ-BD70E

Introduction

DZ-BD7HE (UK)/DZ-BD70E (UK)

HDD/BD/DVD/Cards Battery Pack

Let’s Get Started Recording — Viewing— Dubbing

Various Recording Techniques

DZ-BD7HE/DZ-BD7HE (UK)

(Hybrid BD Camcorder)

DZ-BD70E/DZ-BD70E (UK)

(BD Camcorder)

Dubbing on BD/DVD (DZ-BD7HE)

Editing

Viewing on the Other Devices

Connecting to your PC

Additional Information

Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi Camcorder. Please read this Instruction Manual to understand its proper use. Regarding the differences between the DZ-BD7HE/DZ-BD7HE (UK) and the DZ-BD70E/ DZ-BD70E (UK), please first refer to "How to Read this Instruction Manual" (p.11). Also, “(UK)” of the DZ-BD7HE (UK)/DZ-BD70E (UK) is omitted in this manual unless otherwise description of difference is needed. Before opening the CD-ROM included with this product, please read p.184. After reading the Instruction Manual, store it safely.

The Instruction Manual contains an illustration of the DZ-BD70E/DZ-BD70E (UK) on the cover page only.

Important Information

For Your Safety

The power switch turns the camcorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camcorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off.

The DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS

INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE.

The camcorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Precautions

WARNING: Many television programmes and

films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copy-right law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials.

The liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is made by highly precise technology. More than 99.99% of its picture elements (pixels) are effective, but some (less than 0.01%) may appear as coloured bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology.

Identifications of caution marks

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully to avoid any problems.

WARNING: To prevent risk of injury or damage to your camcorder and the AC adapter/charger, use only the DZ-BP14S/DZ-BP14SW/DZBP21SW battery and DZ-ACS3 (E) AC adapter/ charger.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION

This product contains a laser diode of higher class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.

Avoid using and storing the battery pack in places subject to direct sunlight, high temperatures, or near a flame source.

Information for users applicable in European Union countries

This symbol on the product or on its packaging means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of life separately from your household wastes. There are separate collection systems for recycling in EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or the dealer where you purchased the product.

Information für Nutzer in den Ländern der Europäischen Union

Das auf dem Produkt oder auf der Verpackung angebrachte Symbol bedeutet, dass Ihre elektrischen und elektronischen Geräte nicht mit dem Haushaltsmüll entsorgt werden sollen. Es existieren separate RecyclingSammelsysteme in der EU. Für mehr Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihre örtlichen Behörden oder an den Fachhändler, bei dem Sie das Produkt erworben haben.

Information utilisateurs, applicable dans les pays de l’Union Européenne

Ce symbole figurant sur le produit ou son emballage signifie que votre équipement électrique et électronique doit être mis au rebut séparément de vos déchets ménagers lorsqu’il a atteint la fin de sa durée de vie. Il existe des systèmes de collecte séparée pour le recyclage dans l’UE. Pour plus d’informations, veuillez prendre contact avec les autorités locales ou le revendeur auquel vous avez acheté ce produit.

Informatie voor gebruikers in landen van de Europese Unie

Dit symbool op het product of op zijn verpakking betekent dat uw elektrische of elektronische apparatuur na het verstrijken van de levensduur gescheiden van het huisvuil moet worden weggegooid. Er zijn afzonderlijke ophaalsystemen voor recyclage in de E.U. Voor meer informatie neemt u contact op met de plaatselijke overheid of de dealer waar u het product hebt gekocht.

Information till användare inom Europeiska unionen

Märkningen av produkter och förpackningar med denna symbol betyder att elektrisk och elektronisk utrustning måste tas om hand separat från hushållssopor när utrustningen har förbrukats. EU har särskilda återvinningsanläggningar för denna typ av utrustning. Kontakta de lokala myndigheterna eller återförsäljaren där produkten har köpts för mer information.

Informazioni per gli utenti negli Stati dell’Unione Europea

Questo simbolo sul prodotto o sull’imballaggio indica che l’apparato elettrico o elettronico alla fine del suo periodo di vita dovrebbe essere smaltito separatamente dai rifiuti domestici. Nell’UE esistono altri sistemi di raccolta differenziata. Per ulteriori informazioni, contattare le autorità locali o il rivenditore presso il quale è stato acquistato il prodotto.

Información para usuarios aplicable en los países de la Unión Europea

Este símbolo en el producto o en su embalaje significa que debería deshacerse de su equipo eléctrico o electrónico, al final de su vida útil, de forma separada del resto de los residuos domésticos. Para estos productos hay sistemas de recogida selectiva para reciclarlos en la Unión Europea. Para más información, rogamos contacte con la autoridad local o el distribuidor donde adquirió el producto.

Important for United Kingdom (for DZ-BD7HE (UK) / DZ-BD70E (UK))

The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of which is indicated on the pin face of the plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or BSI approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never use the plug with the cover omitted. If a replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is of the same colour as that visible on the pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available from your dealer. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains plug, ensure that you dispose of it immediately, having first removed the fuse, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue= Neutral, Brown= Live As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN or RED. On no account connect either of these wires to the terminal marked E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

Microsoft®, Windows® and Windows® XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Windows Vista™ is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

Intel

and Pentium® Processor are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Core is a trademark of Intel Corporation.

Intel Macintosh is a trademark of Apple, Inc.

IBM

and PC/AT® are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks and registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each individual company. SD logo is a trademark. Blu-ray disc and Blu-ray disc logo are trademarks.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your camcorder, 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 the camcorder and accessory equipment.

1 Read these instructions.

2 Store these instructions for convenient accessibility.

3 Heed all warnings.

4 Observe all instructions.

5 Do not use the camcorder near water.

6 Clean the camcorder using only a dry cloth.

7 Do not block any ventilation openings. The camcorder should be placed in accordance with

manufacturer’s instructions.

8 Do not place the camcorder near heat sources such as radiators, heat-registering areas, stoves, or

other heat-generating apparatus (including amplifiers).

9 Protect the mains lead and cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at the plugs, the

mains, and at connection points to the camcorder.

10 Only use the attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.

11 Use the camcorder only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified

by the manufacturer or sold with the camcorder. When using a cart to move the camcorder, use caution to avoid injury from tip-over.

12 Unplug the camcorder during lightning storms or when unused for long

periods of time.

13 Refer all servicing to qualified servicing personnel. Servicing will be required when the

camcorder is damaged in any way, such as if the mains lead, cord, or plug is damaged, liquid is spilled or foreign objects fall into the camcorder, the camcorder is exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or is dropped.

14 Do not drip or splash liquids onto the camcorder or place the camcorder near objects filled with

liquid such as vases.

15 Use the equipment (AC adapter/charger) near the mains with easy accessibility.

Table of Contents

Important Information ............................ 2

For Your Safety ...................................... 2

Precautions .............................................. 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS ............................... 5

Introduction 8

Choosing a disc to suit your purpose ............. 8

This camcorder can realize all of the following. 10

How to Read this Instruction Manual ................ 11

Before Using the Product

- Be sure to read this information -............... 13

Checking Provided Accessories ........................ 14

Names of Parts................................................... 15

How to Open and Use the LCD Monitor........... 20

Recording/Playing Using the Viewfinder.......... 21

Using the CD manual......................................... 22

System requirements .................................... 22

How to use the CD ....................................... 22

Let’s Get Started 23

Preparing............................................................ 23

Setting up the battery pack........................... 23

Turning on the Power................................... 24

Changing the display language .................... 24

Setting the date and time.............................. 25

Recording Movies to a BD................................ 26

Recording Movies to the HDD (DZ-BD7HE)... 27

Recording Stills to an SD card........................... 28

Playing Recorded Movies/Stills ........................ 29

Deleting Recorded Movies/Stills ....................... 30

Finalising BD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW........ 31

Connecting to a TV............................................ 33

Dubbing on a BD/DVD (DZ-BD7HE) .............. 35

Functions and Characteristics of HDD/ BD/DVD/Cards 37

About HDD/BD/DVD.................................. 38

About cards .................................................. 40

Cautions for discs and cards......................... 40

Inserting a BD or DVD ................................ 41

When loading a new

BD-RE/BD-R/DVD-RW/+RW .............. 43

Battery Pack 44

CHARGE lamp status and charging time .... 44

Continuous recording time

with a fully charged battery .................... 44

Connecting the camcorder to the mains ....... 45

Detaching the DC mains lead/battery pack

from the camcorder................................. 45

Efficient Use of the Battery.......................... 46

Recording 47

Recording Movies.............................................. 47

Using the Quick Start function..................... 48

Information display during recording .......... 50

Recording Still Pictures..................................... 53

Viewing 55

Playback (Watching Your Recordings) ............. 55

Playing back the last recorded scene............ 55

Deleting the last recorded scene................... 56

Choosing and playing back a scene.............. 56

Choosing and playing back multiple scenes 57

Jumping to the designated scene.................. 58

Adjusting speaker volume

during movie playback............................ 60

Information display during playback ........... 60

Simple functions you can use during playback

or playback pause.................................... 62

Playing still pictures on a card automatically

(Slide Show) .......................................... 63

Capturing a still picture from a movie

(PHOTO Capture)................................... 64

Playing back scenes repeatedly

(Repeat Play)........................................... 64

Various Recording Techniques 65

How to Operate the Menu.................................. 65

Menu (While Recording)................................... 66

How to use the LCD/EVF setup

and initial setup....................................... 68

About the demonstration function................ 69

Magnified Recording

(Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom) ............... 70

Recording at Close Range (Macro Recording).. 71 Using the Separately-Sold Lenses to Increase the

Wide-Angle or Telephoto Effect .................. 72

Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) 73

Adjusting the Brightness of the Image

(Exposure)..................................................... 74

Compensating for Backlight

(Backlight Compensation) ............................ 75

Selecting a Recording Mode to Match the

Conditions (Program AE)............................. 76

Recording Dark Subjects Using the LCD Monitor

Light (Assist Light)....................................... 77

Adjusting the Colour (White Balance) ............... 78

Setting the white balance manually (Set)...... 79

Using the Electronic Image Stabiliser (EIS) ...... 80

Displaying Recording Guidelines

(Auxiliary Line) ............................................ 80

Reducing Wind Noise During Recording .......... 81

Restoring all the Recording Settings to Default

(Full Auto)..................................................... 81

Using the Flash................................................... 82

Turning Off the Recording Indicator

Beneath the Lens........................................... 83

Changing the Movie Quality .............................. 84

Using the Self-Timer.......................................... 85

Using an External Microphone........................... 86

Dubbing on BD/DVD (DZ-BD7HE) 87

First Dubbing (“New”)....................................... 90

Dubbing All Scenes Recorded on the Same Day

(“Date”)......................................................... 91

Dubbing All Scenes Recorded on the HDD

(“All”) ........................................................... 92

Dubbing Scenes Selected (“Select”) .................. 93

Displaying only Dubbed or Not Dubbed Scenes

(Category) ..................................................... 95

Clearing the dub marks on Thumbnails

(MARK OFF)................................................ 95

Editing 96

Menu Items for the Disc Navigation .................. 97

Menu flows for the disc navigation............... 99

Choosing Scenes by Date................................. 101

Switching to the display arranged by date

(Date)..................................................... 101

Playlist .............................................................. 102

What is “Playlist”?...................................... 102

Creating a new Playlist

(Create Playlist) ..................................... 103

Displaying a desired Playlist (Playlist)....... 104

Adding scenes to a Playlist (Edit)............... 104

Deleting scenes from Playlist (Edit) ........... 105

Arranging the order of scenes in the Playlist

(Edit)...................................................... 106

Deleting a Playlist (Delete)......................... 106

Deleting Scenes (Edit - Delete)........................ 107

Dividing a Movie (Edit - Divide)..................... 107

Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine). 108

Adding Special Effects (Edit - Fade) ............... 109

Go To................................................................ 110

Locking Scenes on a Card (Lock) .................... 110

Displaying Information Using the Menu Screen

(Detail) ........................................................ 111

Formatting the HDD/BD/DVD/CARD

(Format HDD/Disc/Card) ........................... 112

Protecting the HDD/BD/DVD

(Protect HDD/Disc) .................................... 113

Checking the Remaining Recording Capacity on

the Medium ................................................. 114

Viewing on the Other Devices 115

Connecting to Your TV for Viewing ............... 115

Connecting to a TV..................................... 115

Viewing on your TV................................... 117

Viewing on Other Players/Recorders ............... 118

Before Playing Back a BD/DVD on Another BD/

DVD Recorder/Player (Finalising) ............. 118

Finalising a Disc............................................... 120

Unfinalising a Disc........................................... 122

Connecting to your PC 123

Software installation ................................... 125

Connecting the camcorder to your PC ........ 127

Removing a medium while the camcorder is

being connected to the PC..................... 128

Using a built-in disc drive of your PC to read a

disc recorded on the camcorder............. 129

Before terminating PC connection (removing

the PC connection cable) and changing the

power switch setting.............................. 129

Using ImageMixer 3 HD Edition for BDCAM 130

Uninstalling the software............................ 137

Contact the following.................................. 137

Precautions When Connecting to a PC............. 138

Additional Information 139

Optional Accessories........................................ 139

Error Messages................................................. 140

Troubleshooting................................................ 148

Cautions on Use of this Product

- Be sure to read this information -............. 157

System Reset .................................................... 163

End User License Agreements for Operating

System Software ......................................... 165

Major Specifications......................................... 175

Glossary............................................................ 179

Index................................................................. 180

Be sure to read the following before opening the

package of CD-ROM.................................. 183

Introduction

 Choosing a disc to suit your purpose

Recording/Dubbing

HD (High Definition) image quality

Image resolution: about six times higher

than the SD (Standard Definition) image quality

Recording (DZ-BD7HE)

Recording to the HDD

Re-recordable

HDD

• HD recording over extended periods is possible.

• You can delete/edit the images on HDD using this camcorder.

• After recording or editing, the images recorded on HDD can be dubbed to BDs. Image degradation from dubbing will not occur.

• After recording or editing, the images recorded on HDD can also be dubbed to DVDs (image quality will be standard (SD)).

Recording

Dubbing (DZ-BD7HE)

Recording to Blu-ray disc (BD)

Do you want to delete or edit images using this camcorder

NOYES

Re-recordable

BD-RE

• One hour length 1920 × 1080 Full

High Definition movie can be recorded onto one single BD.

• Playable on 8 cm BD-RE/BD-R compatible devices.

* For details, refer to the standards stated in

"Recording format" (p.176).

One-time recording

BD-R

Introduction

Recording/Dubbing

SD (Standard Definition) image quality

Do you want to delete/edit images using this camcorder?

Re-recordable

DVD-RAM

Playable on devices that are compatible with 8 cm DVDRAM or 8 cm DVD-RW (VR mode) accordingly.

* For details, refer to the

standards stated in "Recording format" (p.176).

DVD-RW

(VR mode)

Do you want to play the disc on a DVD player/recorder?

Do you want to reuse the disc?

YES

Re-recordable

DVD-RW

(VF mode)

Playable on most other DVD players/ recorders once they are finalised after recording.

* For details, refer to the standards stated in

"Recording format" (p.176).

+RW DVD-R

One-time

recording

Introduction

This camcorder can realize all of the following.

Record movies and stills with one device!

Stills Movies

Various media

HDD

(DZ-BD7HE)

You can easily figure out “what” can be recorded

DVD

SD card

“to which medium”.

After recording

Press to solve your questions.

GUIDE

Interactive Guide - Mode switch

Set the switch as shown. Insert a BD.

Screen will disappear if switch is moved.

GUIDE

EXIT

RETURN

Connect the camcorder to a TV, and view on a larger screen.

HDMI

You can easily figure out which cable should be used.

View on the TV

Press to solve your questions.

GUIDE

AV Cable

S Cable

View on the LCD monitor

Interactive Guide - TV Connection

Connect the HDMI-cable to the input jack of the TV.

Camera TV

GUIDE

RETURN

EXIT

ENTER

error

After Watching

Easy to store recordings, select a disc, and create a gift disc.

Disc selection is simple!

Dubbing Menu

New Date

Dubbing the scene which isn’t dubbed in HDD.

EXIT

ENTER

All

Select

(DZ-BD7HE)

BD-RE/BD-R

DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW/ DVD-R/+RW

Press to solve your questions.

GUIDE

Interactive Guide - Disc

Insert a BD-R disc.

Check features

GUIDE

ENTER

RETURN

EXIT

Introduction

How to Read this Instruction Manual

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The Instruction Manual is intended for the DZ-BD7HE and DZ-BD70E models. The DZ-BD7HE can record to HDD (hard disk), BDs, and DVDs. The DZ-BD70E can record to BDs and DVDs.

DZ-BD7HE

DZ-BD70E

The particular functions of each model will be indicated next to the icons shown at left.

If you purchased the DZ-BD70E, please disregard the descriptions relating to the HDD.

About joystick operation and symbols

Move the joystick up or down, left or right to select menu items and scenes (movies and stills). Press down on the centre of the joystick to confirm a selection.

Operations Descriptions used in this manual

up/down/left/right

Press up/down, left/right to select.

Confirmation button

Press down on the centre to confirm.

z For more information, see "How to Operate the Menu" (p.65).

Introduction

About media descriptions

HDD

BD-R

RAM

-RW (VR) R +RW

-RW (VF)

BD-RE

CARD

The camcorder functions available vary depending on the media (HDD/BD/ DVD/Card) used. Refer to the icon headings shown below to determine whether the function explained complies with the media in use.

* DZ-BD70E does not have an HDD. If you purchased this

model, please disregard the HDD icon (p.11).

Collective

term

HDD Built-in hard disk drive (HDD) (DZ-BD7HE)

DVD

Card

Icon Media

CARD

BD-RE (Rewritable Blu-ray disc)

BD-R (Non-rewritable Blu-ray disc)

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW (VR mode)

DVD-RW (VF (Video) mode)

DVD-R

+RW

SD memory card miniSD memory card (exclusive adapter required) microSD memory card (exclusive adapter required)

Displays in the Instruction Manual

The display messages are omitted in this manual. Please use the LCD display or viewfinder of your camcorder to check the messages.

Introduction

Before Using the Product

- Be sure to read this information -

Conduct test recording.

• Before recording important shots, always conduct test recording to confirm that images are normally recorded.

For correct recording

• Do not touch the recording surface of a disc.

• Check that a disc recording surface is not dirty or scratched.

• If the recording surface is dirty, wipe it clean using a soft cloth.

Caution on disc loading

• Never touch the pickup.

Caution on vibrations and impacts

• While the ACCESS/PC indicator (p.15) is lit, do not subject the camcorder to strong vibrations or impacts. Caution should be particularly observed while the indicator remains lit for a while after the end of recording.

About BD/DVD

• We recommend using Hitachi Maxell brand discs. The compatibility of the discs with this camcorder is confirmed.

• If there is concern that the camcorder may be subjected to large vibrations or impact during transport, remove the BD/DVD and protect the camcorder using soft protective materials.

Using BD/DVD with other equipment

• We cannot guarantee that playback is possible on all types of recorders/players.

• Playback may not be possible depending on the model of the playback device or recording status of the disc.

• When a BD-R/DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW recorded with this camcorder is used on another device, always finalise the disc (p.120) using the camcorder in advance.

Hitachi will not compensate for recorded images.

• 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 camcorder, disc or card. Also, Hitachi cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.

• If you or a third party make a mistake when handling this camcorder, disc, card, etc., the recorded contents may be lost. We cannot be responsible for compensation for damage due to loss of recorded contents.

• In the event that your camcorder is sent for repair, whether repair is successful or not, recorded content may be lost. Hitachi cannot be held responsible for any lost data.

• Be aware that recording is restricted for some demonstrations, performances and exhibitions, even for personal enjoyment.

Use a soft cloth and gently wipe the disc surface from the inner to the outer region.

pickup

Introduction

Checking Provided Accessories

Make sure the following accessories are included in the package.

Battery pack (DZ-BP14S)

Portable power supply for your new Hitachi Camcorder. Be sure to fully charge the battery before use.

AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3 (E))

Use to power the camcorder from the mains, and to charge the battery.

DC power cord

To power the camcorder from the mains, use this cord to connect the AC adapter/ charger to the camcorder.

Remote control (DZ-RM4W)

Use to control the camcorder from a distance.

HDMI cable

Use this cable if your TV is equipped with HDMI terminal.

8 cm BD-RE single sided disc

Use to record the movies on.

Lithium battery (CR2032)

To power the remote control.

WARNING

Keep this battery away from children. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.

AV/S cable

Use this cable to view images from the camcorder on a TV. Or output the images and sound to another video recording device.

Disc cleaning cloth

You can use this cloth to clean your discs.

Mains lead

Connects the AC adapter/ charger to the mains.

For DZ-BD7HE/ DZ-BD70E

For DZ-BD7HE (UK)/ DZ-BD70E (UK)

Software CD-ROM and PC connection cable

Install the software on the CDROM onto your PC, then connect the camcorder to the PC using the PC connection cable.

Introduction

Names of Parts

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Viewfinder side

MENU button (p.25) SELECT button (p.55) Joystick (p.29)

(stop/cancel) button (p.55) Viewfinder (p.21) Dioptre control (p.21) SD CARD indicator (p.28) BD/DVD indicator (p.26) HDD indicator (DZ-BD7HE)

(p.27) PHOTO button (p.28)

Movie/Stills switch (p.26) ACCESS/PC indicator (p.13) Battery platform (p.23) BATT (battery eject) switch

(p.45) Record button (p.26) DISC EJECT switch (p.26) Power switch/Lock button (p.24) Hand strap (p.19) BD/DVD compartment (p.26) MIC jack (p.86)

Introduction

LCD monitor side (when the LCD monitor is opened 90°), and bottom

Bottom

DISPLAY button (p.50) BLC button (p.75) Speaker EXPOSURE button (p.74) GUIDE button (p.10)

This button can help you choose a disc, connect the camcorder to your TV, and so on. The sections in the Instruction Manual for which this button can be used are indicated by a pop-up icon like the one below.

Use the GUIDE button for help!

FULL AUTO button (p.81)

RESET button (p.163) QUICK START button (p.48) DISC NAVIGATION button

(p.29) DUBBING button (DZ-BD7HE)

(p.90) PC connection terminal (p.127) Tripod receptacle CARD ACCESS indicator SD card slot (p.28) HDMI OUT terminal (p.115) FINALIZE button (p.121) FOCUS button (p.73)

Introduction

Lens side

Automatic lens cover

The lens cover automatically opens when the power is turned on, revealing the optical 10x zoom lens.

Lens hood Stereo microphone

Do not block the microphone with your hand during recording.

Zoom lever (p.60, 70, 73) Accessory shoe Flash (p.82)

Light receiving sensor

Used to control flash amount. Do not block the light receiving sensor with your hand when recording still pictures.

Recording indicator (p.48) Remote control receiver/Infrared

sensor A/V OUT terminal (p.116) LCD monitor (colour wide-

screen)

Introduction

Remote control

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REC

SELECT

DELETE

DISC

NAVIGATION

PHOTO

DIGITAL ZOOM

DISPLAY

ZOOM

PHOTO button (p.28) REC button (p.26) MENU button (p.25) SELECT button (p.55)

(reverse search) button (p.29,

62) DELETE button (p.107) DISC NAVIGATION button

(p.29) DISPLAY button (p.50)

ZOOM T button (p.70) DIGITAL ZOOM button (p.70) ZOOM W button (p.70)

(reverse skip) button (p.29,

62) (forward search) button

(p.29, 62) Confirmation button (p.29, 62)

(stop/cancel) button (p.55)

(forward skip) button (p.29,

62)

Inserting the supplied lithium battery into the remote control

While inserting a thin tipped instrument (paperclip, etc.) into the hole marked PUSH, swing the battery holder arm out.

* For instructions on handling batteries, see p.19.

Insert the lithium battery with the positive (+) terminal facing down.

Battery holder

Slide the cover to close it.

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Warning

Flip the cover.

Flip the belt.

Replace the belt.

Replace the cover.

BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF NOT HANDLED PROPERLY. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.

Note

Replace the battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2032, or Duracell DL2032. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.

Adjusting the hand strap

Fasten the hand strap according to the procedure in the diagram.

Introduction

How to Open and Use the LCD Monitor

180°

You can use the LCD monitor as follows.

Recording high places above your line of sight

Effortlessly record small children or pets at their line of sight

90°

Basic posture

Hold the camcorder with both hands and tuck your elbows to your chest or sides, and move the camcorder at a gentle pace. This will allow you to record effectively without blurring.

To record yourself

(p.21)

When playing back, etc.

• For LCD/EVF settings, see p.66–68. For instructions on how to operate the menu, see p.65.

• Using the viewfinder is convenient when it is difficult to see using the LCD monitor while recording in bright outdoor conditions (p.21).

Introduction

About the LCD monitor display when recording

Recording/Playing Using the Viewfinder

Pull out the viewfinder until it clicks.

Slide the dioptre control knob to adjust the focus to suit yo

ur eyesight.

yourself (the lens and LCD monitor are facing you)

• The LCD monitor displays a mirror image of the subject.

• You can check the image in the viewfinder. (You can also set the viewfinder to “On” at all times, regardless of the orientation of the LCD monitor (p.65–

68).)

• The remaining battery charge indicator will only appear when battery power is almost gone. The battery charge indicator flashes red in this case.

• A warning message will not be displayed (p.140). You can confirm the warning message by rotating the LCD monitor 180° back to its normal orientation.

• When the LCD monitor is in this position, you can also use the LCD monitor as a light source when recording in dark locations (Assist Light, p.77).

You can use the viewfinder when the LCD monitor is closed or during mirror image recording.

To set the viewfinder to “On” at all times regardless of the orientation of the LCD monitor, or to adjust the brightness or colour density, see "How to use the LCD/ EVF setup and initial setup" (p.68).

How to use the viewfinder

Note

Focusing will not be correct unless the viewfinder is pulled fully out.

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Using the CD manual

The instruction manuals for this product are written into the included CD-ROM. Before using the CD-ROM, please read the following to ensure proper use.

 System requirements

Windows

• OS: Windows® 2000 Professional SP3 or higher

• Computer: IBM® PC/AT® compatible, with the above OS preinstalled.

• CPU: Intel® Pentium® III or equivalent processor

• Memory: At least 256 MB (512 MB or more is recommended)

• Drive: CD-ROM drive

• Applications: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later and

• Display: Displayable with at least 1024 x 768 pixels

Windows® XP Home Edition Windows® XP Professional Edition Windows Vista™

Adobe Reader 6.0 or later.

Macintosh

• OS: Mac OS X v10.3.9, v10.4.2-v10.4.8

• CPU: PowerPC G4, PowerPC G5, Intel Core

• Memory: At least 256 MB (512 MB or more is recommended)

• HDD: Free space: Approx. 170 MB

• Drive: CD-ROM drive

• Applications: Safari and Adobe Reader 6.0 or later.

• Display: Displayable with at least 1024 x 768 pixels

 How to use the CD

1. Insert CD into PC’s CD-ROM drive. Windows: Web browser will automatically start and Start up window will appear. Macintosh: (1) Double-click on the CD-ROM icon on the desktop screen.

(2) When “main.html” file is clicked, Web browser will start and

Initial window will appear.

2. Click the language you want from the displayed list. The instruction manual will open.

Caution

Use the CD-ROM only in a computer CD drive. The CD-ROM is designed for PC use only. NEVER INSERT THE CD-ROM INTO A NON-COMPUTER CD PLAYER! Inserting the CD-ROM into an incompatible CD drive may produce a loud noise, which in turn MAY RESULT IN EAR AND SPEAKER DAMAGE!

• After using CD-ROM, please put it into CD case and keep it. Keep the CD neither in direct sunlight nor in a high temperature or high humidity environment.

Notes

• The information in the CD-ROM is subject to change without notice.

• We accept no responsibility for any obstacle or defect to hardware and/or software of your PC as a result of the use of the CD-ROM.

• No part of the information in the CD-ROM or the CD-ROM in entirety can be copied, reproduced or republished without notice to our company.

Let’s Get Started

Connect the mains lead to the AC adapter/charger.

Plug in the mains lead to the mains.

Attach the batte

ry pack to the AC adapter/charger.

Attach the battery pack to the camcorder.

Let’s Get Started

Preparing

 Setting up the battery pack

CHARGE indicator

If the CHARGE indicator does not light, check that the connections ( , , ) are firmly connected.

Note

Charging will not occur if the DC power cord is connected.

To the mains*

* The shape of plug

varies depending on the model.

Terminal at bottom

z Charge status of the battery pack

The CHARGE indicator of the AC adapter/charger allows you to check on the charge status of the battery pack.

Charge Status CHARGE indicator

During charge lit

Charge complete Unlit

Let’s Get Started

 Turning on the Power

1 Turn on the power.

2 Open the LCD monitor.

Press

, then select “Initial Setup” using the joystick.

Choose the desired language using the joystick, then

press the confirmation button.

Press and hold the lock button, and turn the power switch to “ON”.

Select “Language” using the joystick.

90°

 Changing the display language

You can change the language used on screens and menus as follows.

Initial Setupu

Beep Power Save Record LED Language Demo Mode Reset

ENTER EXIT

On Off On English Auto

Let’s Get Started

 Setting the date and time

Set the date, month, year, hour, and minute using the joystick, and then press the confirmation butto

The set time and date appear in the LCD monitor.

Open the LCD monitor (p.20).

Press

Select “Date Setup”, then “Date Set” using the joystick. (For instructions on how to use the joyst

ick, see p.29.)

Date Setup

1 / 10 / 2007 10 : 00

RETURN

ENTER

MOVE

CHANGE

The confirmation button (press firmly)

Let’s Get Started

Recording Movies to a BD

1 Insert a BD.

2 Turn the power switch to “ON”.

3 Press the record button.

Attach the charged battery pack.

Place the recording surface of the BD face down. (For a single-sided disc, the side opposite the label is the recording surface.)

Turn the power switch to “MODE” until the BD/DVD indicator lights. (DZ-BD7HE)

Recording begins.

To pause recording, press the record button again.

Let’s Get Started

Recording Movies to the HDD

1 Turn the power switch to “ON”.

2 Press the record button.

(DZ-BD7HE)

Recording begins. To pause recording, press the record button again.

Turn the power switch to “MODE” until the HDD indicator lights.

Let’s Get Started

Recording Stills to an SD card

1 Insert an SD card.

2 Turn the power switch to “ON”.

3 Press

Press

halfway down so that a subject in the centre of the screen is focused.

Fully press

to record.

Single press of the

button of the remote control enables focusing and

recording at the same time.

Pay attention to the orientation of the card. The terminals should face away from the LCD monitor.

For usable card types, see p.40.

PHOTO

Let’s Get Started

Playing Recorded Movies/Stills

1 Press

2 Choose a scene (movie/still), then press the

confirmation button.

DISC NAVIGATION

Disc Navigation

All Scenes

1/ 10/2007

PLAY EXIT

Hint

To select an item or scene (movie or still), move the joystick up, down, left, or right. To confirm a selection, press the confirmation button (press down on the centre of the joystick).

10:10:10 HX

SEL

SELECT

0010/0027

The chosen scene is played.

1hour 3min 30sec

Select by pressing up/down, left/ right

See p.117 for the instructions on viewing the recordings on your TV screen.

Confirm by pressing down on the centre

Joystick

Let’s Get Started

Deleting Recorded Movies/Stills

1 Press

2 Select a scene you want to delete, then press

3 Select “Scene” “Edit” “Delete”, and then press

the confirmation button.

4 Select “Yes”, then press the confirmation button.

You can choose multiple scenes by selecting another scene and pressing

DISC NAVIGATION

Disc Navigation

All Scenes

1/ 10/2007

PLAY EXIT

10:10:10 HX

SEL

SELECT

0010/0027

1hour 3min 30sec

SELECT

The selected scene is deleted.

Scenes on BD-R/DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R/+RW discs cannot be deleted.

Only the latest scene can be deleted (+RW).

Delete Scene

1/10/2007 10:10:10 Scene No.1 HX

Delete scene?

YES

ENTER

CHECK SCENE

RETURN

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