Hitachi DZMV100E User Manual

DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
DZMV100E
Instruction manual
To obtain the best performance and ensure years of trouble-free use, please read this instruction manual completely.
Important Information
For Your Safety
The POWER switch turns the DVD 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.
W ARNING : To prevent fire or shock hazard, use the
recommended accessories only.
The DVD camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger have the following cau­tion marks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN.
Identifications of cau­tion marks
This symbol warns the user
that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient mag­nitude to cause electrical 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.
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN­SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SER­VICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING : To prevent risk of injury or damage to your DVD camera/re­corder and the AC adapter/charger, use only the specified batteries and AC adapter/charger Batteries; DZ-BP16 and DZ-BP28. (The
DZ-BP16 is supplied with this DVD camera/recorder.
AC adapter/charger; DZ-ACP1
CLASS 1 LASERPRODUCT
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.
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Important Information
WARNING : Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain cir­cumstances, copy-right law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference­Causing Equipment Regulations.
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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi­dential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre­quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc­tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. (C) 1992-2000 Dolby Laboratories Inc. All rights reserved. Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each company .
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD camera/recorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future refer­ence.
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INSTALLATION
1 Read and Follow Instructions
— All the safety and operating instruc­tions should be read before the video product is operated. Follow all operating and use instructions.
2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be re­tained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings – Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.
4 Polarized Plug – This video prod­uct is equipped with a polarized alternat­ing – current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way . This is safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to re­place your obsolete outlet. To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cable, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an extension, use a polarized cable.
5 Power Sources – This video prod­uct should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company . For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
6 Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets and extension cables as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets and extension cables are dangerous, and so are frayed power cables, damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodi­cally examine the cord and have it re­placed by your ser­vice technician if ap­pearance indicates damage or deterio­rated insulation.
7 Power – Cable Protection – Power-supply cables should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cables at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appli­ance.
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Important Safeguards
8 Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheat­ing. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar sur­face. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper venti­lation is provided or the video product manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.
9 Attachments – Do not use attach­ments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or acces­sories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified ser­vice personnel.
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the prod­uct should follow the manufacturer’s in­structions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manu­facturer.
12 An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven sur­faces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
13 Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicin­ity of overhead power lines or other elec­tric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, ex­treme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a pro­fessional antenna installer.
10 Water and Moisture – Do not use this video product near water -for ex­ample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet base­ment, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
11 Accessories – Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video prod­uct may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand,
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Important Safeguards
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USE
14 Cleaning – Unplug this video prod-
uct from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
15 Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short­out parts that could result in a fire or elec­tric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
16 Lightning – For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable-system. This will pre­vent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges.
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SERVICE
17 Servicing – Do not attempt to ser-
vice this video product yourself as open­ing or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service per­sonnel.
18 Conditions Requiring Service – Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified ser­vice personnel under the following con­ditions.
a. When the power
supply cable or plug
is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen into the video product.
c. If the video product has been ex-
posed to rain or water.
d. If the video product does not oper-
ate normally by following the operat­ing instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the op­erating instructions. Improper adjust­ment of other controls may result in damage and will often require exten­sive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its nor­mal operation.
e. If the video product has been
dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a
distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service!
19 Replacement Par ts – When re­placement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replace­ments he uses have the same safety char­acteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the video prod­uct manufacturer can prevent fire, elec­tric shock or other hazards.
20 Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to per­form safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condi­tion.
21 Heat – The product should be situ­ated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that pro­duce heat.
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Read This First
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Contents
Important Information.......................................................................2
For Y our Safety .............................................................................................2
Important Safeguards ..................................................................................4
Trial Record and Play Back............................................................10
Before You Begin ............................................................................ 15
Features of DVD camera/recorder.............................................................16
Cautions when using .................................................................................18
Cautions when storing ...............................................................................22
Suggestions and restrictions......................................................................23
About this text ............................................................................................23
Checking provided accessories .................................................................24
Names of parts ..........................................................................................27
DVD-RAM discs.........................................................................................31
Setups ..............................................................................................37
Setting the battery......................................................................................38
Using DVD camera/recorder with AC adapter/charger..............................43
Setting up the DVD camera/recorder.........................................................45
Setting date and time.................................................................................50
Setting up the infrared remote control .......................................................52
Using the infrared remote control ..............................................................53
Recording ........................................................................................55
Basic handling of DVD camera/recorder ...................................................56
Recording movie........................................................................................64
Useful functions during recording of movie................................................69
Recording stills ..........................................................................................80
Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings .................89
Playing back ..............................................................................................90
Using Disc Navigation................................................................................96
Starting Disc Navigation ........................................................................98
Buttons used for operating Disc Navigation...........................................99
Selecting a Scene................................................................................102
Playing back selected scenes using Disc Navigation ..........................104
Deleting scenes using menu screen....................................................106
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Contents
Playing back by skipping scenes (Skip)...............................................107
Attaching title .......................................................................................109
Adding special effects..........................................................................112
Dividing movies.................................................................................... 114
Creating new play list........................................................................... 117
Trouble messages ...................................................................................123
DVD Camera/recorder Settings....................................................127
Switching operating sound on or off ........................................................128
Setting power save/changing off time......................................................129
Changing display format of date and time ...............................................130
Initializing all settings to defaults .............................................................131
System reset............................................................................................132
Checking remaining free space on DVD-RAM disc .................................133
Initializing DVD-RAM disc........................................................................134
Updating control information....................................................................136
Connecting DVD Camera/recorder to Other Devices ................137
Viewing on TV screen..............................................................................138
Transferring data to PC ...........................................................................140
Subsidiary Information ................................................................. 143
Cleaning...................................................................................................144
Trouble messages ...................................................................................145
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................147
Major specifications .................................................................................155
Index ........................................................................................................157
Introduction to optional accessories ........................................................161
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Trial Record and Play Back
Power the DVD camera/recorder from AC outlet, make a trial recording and play it back. For actual take, thoroughly read “Setups” and “Recording” to ensure correct use of the DVD camera/recorder.
Caution
• Before beginning this manual, refer to “Checking Provided Accessories” on page 24 and make sure that all accessories are provided in package.
Necessary Devices
DVD
camera/recorder
AC adapter/
charger DZ-ACP1
DC power cable
Power cable
8 cm DVD-RAM
disc
When using a battery pack, charge it or refferring to page 38.
Making a Trial Recording
1. Make sure that the RECORDING MODE
switch is set to “[ ] movie”.
2. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the DVD camera/recorder.
2-1 Attach the terminal device of provided DC power cable to the battery at-
tachment platform on DVD camera/recorder. Align the top of terminal device with the top of battery attachment plat-
form, and, while fitting it onto the DVD camera/recorder, slide it downward until a click is heard.
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Trial Record and Play Back
2-2 Insert the small plug of DC power cable into DC OUT jack of AC adapter/
charger.
2-3 Insert the power cable plug into the AC input jack (AC IN) of AC adapter/
charger.
2-4 Connect the plug on the other end of power cable to AC outlet.
DC power cable
2-1
AC adapter/charger
DZ-ACP1
2-3
2-2
Power cable
To AC outlet
2-4
3. Insert the DVD-RAM disc cartridge.
3-1 Push down the EJECT button with the POWER switch OFF: The cover of
disc insertion block (hand strap) will open slightly. 3-2 Continue to open the cover by hand. 3-3 Insert the DVD-RAM disc cartridge into the
disc guide, so that the side of disc (A or B)
you want to record faces the hand strap (see
p. 28), with the cartridge shutter towards
the lens.
The cartridge will stop once midway, but
firmly push it in until it stops.
Disc guide
Shutter
3-4 Push the section indicated "PUSH" on the
cover of disc insertion block (hand strap)
until a click is heard, to close the cover.
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Trial Record and Play Back
POWER
Cursor buttons
ENTER button
4. Turn the DVD camera/recorder on.
While holding the button at the center of POWER switch, press the switch down: The red indicator of the button will light. When power is turned on, an image will appear in the viewfinder, and the DVD camera/recorder will start to recognize the disc: After approximately 25 seconds, the DVD camera/recorder will en­ter the recording pause mode.
Tip:
To view subject image through the viewfinder, pull the viewfinder all the way out, and adjust its angle as you desire: Fit your eye into the Eye cup, and then use the diopter control to adjust focus (see p.57). Open the LCD monitor if you want to check the image on the LCD screen.
(The date is set to 1/1/2000 at the factory.)
5. Set the current date and time (see p. 50).
When the DVD camera/recorder is first turned on, the date will be "January 1, 2000". It is important to correctly set the date and time: If recording is made with incorrect date and time, the date and time of programs and scenes that are described in "Using Disc Navigation" will not be correctly recorded. For details on setting, refer to "Setting date and time" on page 50.
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REC
POWER
Trial Record and Play Back
6. Start recording.
Press the REC button: Recording will start. Pressing REC again will terminate recording and set the DVD camera/recorder to the recording pause mode.
Playing It Back
1. Press the button while in the recording pause mode.
The DVD camera/recorder will enter the playback mode, and the first image of the movie you have recorded will play back.
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Tip:
Disc Navigation (see p. 96) is useful when you play back re­corded images in full scale or wish to edit them.
2. Stop playback.
Pressing the button will terminate playback and set the DVD camera/re­corder to the recording pause mode.
3. Turn power off.
While holding button at the center of POWER switch, press the switch down: The red indica­tor of the button will go out. Wait a few seconds until the indicator turns off. Do not remove the battery pack or AC adapter/ charger from the DVD camera/recorder until the indicator at the center of POWER switch and ACCESS indicator are completely off.
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Before You Begin
Features of DVD camera/recorder...................................... 16
Cautions when using.......................................................... 18
Cautions when storing ....................................................... 22
Suggestions and restrictions................................................ 23
About this text ................................................................... 23
Checking provided accessories ........................................... 24
Names of parts ................................................................. 27
DVD-RAM discs................................................................. 31
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Features of DVD Camera/recorder
Recording on DVD-RAM Disc
This DVD camera/recorder uses a DVD-RAM disc, the first in the world. The video and audio are stored on an 8 cm DVD-RAM disc that is capable of holding approxi­mately 2.8 GB data using both sides. Using the DVD-RAM disc allows you to record without overwriting previous record­ings, and to store your valuable recordings for as long as need be while retaining clarity . With the DVD-RAM disc you can immediately access recording and playback, in contrast to videotape that must be fast forwarded and rewound. In addition, simply loading a disc into a PC, equipped with DVD-RAM drive and soft­ware compatible with 8 cm DVD-RAM, allows you to easily view the recorded image.
Recording Movie and Still
The DVD camera/recorder can record movies of events and sports, in the same way as with conventional camera/recorders. The DVD camera/recorder can also record stills as with a digital still camera. With the 1,160,000 pixel CCD, high-qual­ity movies and stills can be recorded. In both recordings of movie and still, zooming up to 48 times is possible using the 12 times optical zoom multiplied by the 4 times digital zoom. Movies and stills can be recorded on the same disc, by simply switch­ing the recording mode.
Immediate Reviewing of Recorded Image
Y ou can check the movie or still recorded in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Editing in Various Ways on DVD Camera/recorder Alone
This DVD camera/recorder is provided with a useful editing/playback tool. Disc Navigation allows you to easily attach a title or special video effect to the recorded movie or still. With Disc Navigation, you can arrange the playback order and edit multiple images to play them back continuously. You can create a simple movie on this DVD camera/recorder alone, without inputting video to a PC for editing.
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Features of DVD Camera/recorder
Using with Various Devices
Connect this DVD camera/recorder to your TV and you can enjoy the playback picture with your family and friends on the large TV screen; or connect it to a video printer (generally available) to print the recorded image. You can also transfer the recorded movies and stills to PC.
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Cautions When Using
Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:
The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with any force, hit it, or puncture it with a sharp object.
If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in the display may occur. If uneven­ness does not disappear soon, turn the DVD camera/recorder off, wait for a while, and then turn it on again.
Do not place the DVD camera/recorder with the open LCD screen down.
Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD camera/recorder.
Do not hold by the LCD monitor as this could cause a malfunction.
Open the LCD monitor by 90º before changing its direction. If you attempt to invert its direction before opening it completely , it could cause a malfunction.
Do not disassemble the LCD monitor as this might cause a malfunction.
When opening the LCD monitor, be careful that no water droplets adhere to the monitor screen and that no water or dust enters the DVD camera/recorder as it could cause a malfunction.
Liquid Crystal Display and viewfinder:
The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel is made by highly precise technology. More than 99.99% of its picture elements (pixels) are effecitive, but some (less than
0.01%) may appear as colored bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology .
The LCD screen and viewfinder will be slightly dimmer than usual when the DVD camera/recorder is at low temperature, as in cold areas, or immediately after power is turned on. The normal brightness will be restored when the tem­perature inside the DVD camera/recorder rises.
Hold the DVD camera/recorder correctly:
Do not hold the viewfinder or LCD monitor when lifting the DVD camera/recorder: The viewfinder or LCD monitor may become detached and the DVD camera/recorder could fall.
Do not subject the DVD camera/recorder to impact:
This DVD camera/recorder is a precision machine: Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or allow it to fall.
Do not use the DVD camera/recorder on a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.
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Cautions When Using
No sand or dust!
Fine sand or dust entering the DVD camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause it to malfunction.
No water or oil!
Water or oil entering the DVD camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause a short-circuit or other malfunctions.
Heat on surface of product:
The surface of the DVD camera/recorder will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault. Be careful when touching the bottom of the DVD camera/recorder, since it will be hot.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
Using the DVD camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is over 40 °C or under 0 ° will not allow it to make normal recording/playback.
Do not leave the DVD camera/recorder in a closed vehicle where the tempera­ture is very high for a long time: This could cause malfunctions.
Do not point directly at the sun:
If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD camera/recorder could malfunction or burn in CCD or Viewfinder.
Do not leave the DVD camera/recorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause malfunctions.
Do not use the DVD camera/recorder near TV or radio:
This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen, or interference could enter radio broadcasts.
Do not use the DVD camera/recorder near strong radio waves or magnetism:
If the DVD camera/recorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near radio wave tower or electric appliances containing motors, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally re­corded video and audio, noise could also enter the picture and sound. At worst the DVD camera/recorder could malfunction.
Do not expose the DVD camera/recorder to soot or steam:
Heavy soot or steam could damage the DVD camera/recorder case or cause malfunctions.
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chapter 1_Before You Begin
Do not use the DVD camera/recorder near corrosive gas:
Using it in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline and diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, could corrode the battery con­necting terminals, which could result in loss of power.
Do not use the DVD camera/recorder near ultrasonic humidifier:
With some water in humidifier, calcium and others dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the DVD camera/ recorder, which could cause it to operate abnormally.
Do not expose the DVD camera/recorder to insecticide:
Insecticide entering the DVD camera/recorder could dirty the optical head, and the DVD camera/recorder may not operate normally. Turn the DVD camera/recorder off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.
Do not look into the inside of DVD-RAM drive:
The DVD-RAM drive uses laser light to read and write data. If you look into the inside of DVD-RAM drive when removing disc cartridge, etc., laser light could damage your eyes.
Be careful of moisture condensation:
When you move the DVD camera/recorder between places where the difference in temperatures is great, such as entering a lodge from a ski slope, or going out of a cooled room or vehicle, condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water drop­lets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD camera/recorder. If condensa­tion occurs, do not open the cover of disc insertion block if possible. If condensa­tion occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a dry cloth. Even if the external surface of the DVD camera/recorder has dried, condensation may remain inside. Turn the DVD camera/recorder off and leave it in a dry place for at least 1-2 hours before using it again.
Do not use the DVD camera/recorder for a long uninterrupted period of time:
This DVD camera/recorder is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback. Do not use it for an extended time continuously, e.g., as a sur­veillance camera/monitor.
If you use the DVD camera/recorder for a long uninterrupted period of time, the temperature of DVD camera/recorder may exceed the limit and the recording/ playback operation could be slowed down. If this occurs, turn it off and wait for a while before using it again.
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Cautions When Using
Be careful when removing the DVD-RAM disc:
When the DVD camera/recorder is used for a long period of time, the temperature of DVD-RAM disc will be high: Wait for a few moments before removing the disc after the DVD camera/recorder is turned off.
Do not turn the DVD camera/recorder off while the ACCESS indicator is blinking:
The ACCESS indicator is blinking to show that data is being written to DVD-RAM disc, or being read from it. Do not do any of the following so as not to dam­age the data:
Remove battery pack.
Disconnect AC adapter/charger.
Plug or unplug PC connection cable.
Remove DVD-RAM disc. If the DVD camera/recorder is turned off while the
ACCESS indicator is blinking, turn it on again with the disc cartridge loaded in the DVD camera/recorder.
ACCESS
Do not wipe the DVD camera/recorder case with benzene or thinner:
The coating of case could peel off or the case could deteriorate.
When using chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions.
Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:
For optional accessories, follow the cautions and instruction manuals attached.
Use the AC adapter/charger only in a well-ventilated, open space:
Do not use the AC adapter/charger in a narrow space where flow of air is blocked, or where it is very near any object or inside any object: Ignoring this will increase heat inside the AC adapter/charger, which could cause fire, burns, electric shock or fault.
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Cautions When Storing
Do not leave the DVD 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 becomes very high in the hot season. If you leave the DVD camera/recorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Also, do not expose the DVD camera/recorder to direct sunlight or place near a heater.
Do not store the DVD camera/recorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place:
Dust entering the DVD camera/recorder could cause malfunctions. If the humidity is high, the lens could become moldy, and the DVD camera/recorder could be un­usable. It is recommended that you put the DVD camera/recorder with desiccant in a box when storing it in a closet, etc.
Do not store the DVD camera/recorder in a place subject to strong mag­netism or intense vibrations:
This could cause malfunctions.
Detach the battery from DVD camera/recorder and store it in a cool place:
Leaving the battery attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.
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Suggestions and Restrictions
Suggestions and Restrictions
Make a trial recording:
Be sure to make a trial recording before an actual take to make sure that recording is normal. Data that was not stored normally because of a defect in the DVD camera/ recorder cannot be restored.
The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:
Hitachi will not compensate for any damages caused when a recording is not made normally or the recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD camera/recorder or DVD-RAM disc. Also, Hitachi will not be responsible for your recorded video and audio.
Copyright:
The data recorded on the DVD-RAM disc in your DVD camera/recorder through other digital/analog media or devices are protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of copyright, except for personal enjoy­ment. Note that, even for personal enjoyment, recording is prohibited for some demonstrations, performances and exhibitions.
About this text
Photographs used in this text:
Photographs taken using digital still camera are used for explanation of images that appear in the viewfinder and on the LCD monitor in this text. Accept in advance that they look different from those you actually view in the viewfinder and LCD monitor .
Menu screens:
Although "Press the MENU button in recording pause status" is described for the explanation of operation in the following text, the menu screen will also appear if you press MENU without DVD-RAM disc being inserted.
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Checking Provided Accessories
Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package:
Battery (model DZ-BP16):
Portable power supply for this DVD camera/recorder: Charge it before use.
Shoulder strap:
Attach to the DVD camera/ recorder to hang it from shoulder.
AV output cable
Used when viewing the picture played back on the DVD camera/recorder on TV screen, or output video to another video device.
AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACP1):
To power the DVD camera/ recorder from household AC outlet, and to charge the battery.
Infrared remote control (model DZ-RM1W):
Use to control the DVD camera/ recorder from a distance.
Power cable:
Connect between household AC outlet and AC adapter/ charger.
DC power cable:
Connect this device between the DVD camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger to power the DVD camera/recorder from AC outlet.
2 “AA” batteries:
To power the remote control.
Lens cap and lens cap string:
Attach the lens cap when not recording, to protect the lens.
8 cm DVD-RAM disc:
Stores video and audio recorded on this DVD camera/recorder. This disc has already been formatted.
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2 Ferrite cores:
Attach these to the DC power cable, and the external microphone cable if you are using one.
PC Connection Software CD­ROM PC Connection cable
Used when transferring image recorded on the DVD camera/recorder to PC.
Checking Provided Accessories
Attaching Ferrite Cores
Although the cores are not attached in the illustrations of the cables in text, be sure to attach the ferrite core (provided) to the provided DC power cable using the following procedure (the ferrite core was attached to the AV output cable at the factory): (Ferrite cores reduce radio interference with your radio and TV .)
1. Open the cover of ferrite core.
2.
Attach the core to the DC power cable at a position approximately 5 cm from its end.
Wind the DC power cable round the core once.
5cm
3. Close the cover of core, taking care that it does not catch the DC power cable.
Caution:
If you use an external microphone when recording, attach the ferrite core (provided) to the cable at a position approximately 5 cm from its end: Wind the microphone cable round the core once in the same way as for the DC power cable. Using external microphone in modes other than camera recording is not recommended.
5cm
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Attaching Shoulder Strap
Be sure
to pass through
the 2 slots.
Be sure
to pass through
the 2 slots.
Attaching Lens Cap
Pass the provided string through the hole in the lens cap and attach it to the hand strap of DVD camera/recorder.
1. Use the string to attach the cap to the DVD camera/recorder.
2. Push the both sides of cap inward and at­tach it over the lens.
Caution:
• Always keep the lens cap on when not using the
DVD camera/recorder, to protect the lens.
Tip:
When recording, attach the lens cap to the hand strap by hooking the tab inside the cap onto strap for comfortable shooting.
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Names of Parts
Name of Parts
Lens hood
Optical 12X zoom lens
Flash (P. 82)
Stereo microphone (P. 78)
Infrared receiver(P. 53)
Tally lamp (P. 87)
AV output jack (P. 138)
External microphone jack (P. 78)
Zoom lever (P. 62,65)
Behind
the cover
AUDIO/VIDEO EXT.MIC
DIGITAL
PC connection terminal (P. 142)
S-video output jack (P. 138)
S
V
I
D
E
O
PHOTO button (shutter) (P. 80)
RECORDING MOD switch (P. 62,64,80)
Information LCD monitor (P. 61,142)
3.5-inch color LCD monitor (P. 58)
Playback/Pause
button (P. 90)
Stop button
(P. 90,91)
Forward search button
(P. 90,91)
Reverse search button
(P. 90,91,93)
Forward skip button
(P. 90,92)
Reverse skip button
(P. 90,92)
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Disc eject button (P. 45)
Eye cup (P. 57)
Viewfinder (P. 40,57)
Bottom
ACCESS indicator (P. 21)
POWER switch (P. 45,50,57)
Hand strap (P. 46,56)
REC button (P. 62,64)
Diopter control
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(P. 57)
PROG.AE
EXPOSURE
FOCUS
MENU
PUSH
PUSH
Battery attachment platform (P. 40)
Battery eject button (P. 41)
PROG AE button (P. 62,70)
EXPOSURE button (P. 62,76)
FOCUS button (P. 62,72,87)
MENU button (P. 23,50,62)
Select dial (push to enter) (P. 50,59,62,99)
DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 98)
DELETE button (P. 99,106,107)
Name of Parts
Cursor button (P. 67,99,102)
MENU button (P. 99)
SHIFT button (P. 99,102)
3.5-inch color LCD monitor (P. 58)
Speaker
CANCEL button (P. 99,118,119)
RESET button (P. 132)
RECORDING MODE
DISC
NAVIGATION
DELETE
SHIFT
CANCEL
RESET
DISPLAY LCDBRIGHT
MENU
ENTER
ENTER button (P. 67,99,103)
LCD BRIGHT button (P. 59)
DISPLAY button (P. 61,95)
SEARCH
SKIP
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Playback/pause button (P. 91)
Stop button (P. 91)
Reverse search button (P. 91,93)
Forward search button (P. 93)
Reverse skip button (P. 92)
DISPLAY button (P. 61,95)
EXTERNAL DISPLAY button (P. 139)
Forward skip button (P. 92)
VOL control buttons (P. 91,95)
DELETE button (P. 106,107)
ENTER button (P. 105)
SHIFT button (P. 102)
DISPLAY
EXT.DISPLAY
SEARCH
SKIP
DIGITAL
ZOOM
VOL
DISC
NAVIGATION
DELETE
ENT
SHIFT
HITACHI
Cursor buttons (P. 102)
REC
PHOTO
T
ZOOM
W
MENU
CANCEL
REC button (P. 64)
PHOTO button (P. 80)
DIGITAL ZOOM button (P. 66)
ZOOM button (P. 65)
DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 98)
MENU button (P. 66,100)
CANCEL button (P. 118,119)
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