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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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Introduction
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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
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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
NO
One-time
recording
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This camcorder can realize all of the
following.
Record movies and stills with one device!
Stills Movies
Various media
HDD
(DZ-BD7HE)
BD
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
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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).
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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)
BD
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.
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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.
Copyright
• 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
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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.
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Introduction
Names of Parts
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)
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LCD monitor side (when the LCD monitor is opened
90°), and bottom
Bottom
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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)
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Introduction
Remote control
&
(
%
'
REC
MENU
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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Introduction
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.
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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°
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).
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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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Introduction
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.
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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
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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.
1
2
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.
MENU
Initial Setupu
Beep
Power Save
Record LED
Language
Demo Mode
Reset
ENTER EXIT
On
Off
On
English
Auto
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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
n.
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.)
MENU
Date Setup
1 / 10 / 2007 10 : 00
RETURN
ENTER
MOVE
CHANGE
The confirmation button (press firmly)
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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)
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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.
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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.
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PHOTO
PHOTO
PHOTO
PHOTO
Let’s Get Started
Playing Recorded Movies/Stills
1 Press
.
2 Choose a scene (movie/still), then press the
confirmation button.
1
2
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
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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.
1
2
3
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
MENU
The selected scene is deleted.
y
Scenes on BD-R/DVD-RW (VF
mode)/DVD-R/+RW discs
cannot be deleted.
y
Only the latest scene can be
deleted (+RW).
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Delete Scene
1/10/2007 10:10:10
Scene No.1 HX
Delete scene?
YES
ENTER
CHECK SCENE
NO
RETURN
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