Basic Instruction Manual
DZ-MV5000E (UK)
Instruction manual
To obtain the best performance and ensure years of trouble-free use, please read this entire instruction manual.
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Important Information
For Your Safety
The power switch turns the DVD video camera/recorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camera/recorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
The DVD video camera/recorder 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.
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.
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.
WARNING: To prevent risk of injury or damage to your DVD video camera/recorder and the AC adapter/charger, use only the DZ-BP07PW/DZ- BP14SW/DZ-BP7SW 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.
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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 Recycling-Sammelsysteme 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
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.
This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD video camera/ recorder and accessory equipment.
1Read these instructions.
2Keep these instructions.
3Heed all warnings.
4Follow all instructions.
5Do not use this apparatus near water.
6Clean only with dry cloth.
7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9Protect the mains lead from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
10Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 
12Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as mains lead or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
14The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
15The equipment (AC Adapter/Charger) shall be used near the socket-outlet and shall be easily accessible.
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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 force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object.
•If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear soon, turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
•Do not place the DVD video camera/recorder with the open LCD screen down.
•Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD video camera/recorder.
Liquid crystal display (LCD) and viewfinder:
•The LCD screen and viewfinder are the products of highly precise technology. Among the total number of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for LCD monitor and equivalent to approx. 200,000 pixels for viewfinder), 0.01% or less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as coloured dots (red, blue, green). This shows the limitations of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that will interfere with recording.
•The LCD screen and viewfinder will be slightly dimmer than usual when the DVD video camera/ recorder is at low temperature, as in cold areas, or immediately after power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the DVD video camera/recorder rises.
Hold the DVD video camera/recorder correctly:
•Do not hold the viewfinder or LCD monitor when lifting the DVD video camera/recorder: The viewfinder or LCD monitor could detach and the DVD video camera/recorder may fall.
Do not subject the DVD video camera/recorder to impact:
•This DVD video camera/recorder is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall.
•When using a tripod, firmly secure the DVD video camera/recorder on it. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder with a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.
No sand or dust!
•Fine sand or dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause malfunctions or defects.
No water or oil!
•Water or oil entering the DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause electric shock, malfunctions or defects.
Heat on surface of product:
•The surfaces of the DVD video camera/recorder, AC adapter/charger and battery will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault.
Screen on connected TV:
•Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the DVD video camera/recorder is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
•Using the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is over 40ºC or under 0ºC will result in abnormal recording/playback.
•Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder on beach sand or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very high for a long time: This could cause malfunctions.
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Do not point directly at the sun:
•If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD video camera/recorder could malfunction or a fire could occur.
•Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause malfunctions.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near TV or radio:
• This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near strong radio waves or magnetism:
•If the DVD video camera/recorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio wave tower or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound.
At worst the DVD video camera/recorder could malfunction.
Do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to soot or steam:
• Thick soot or steam could damage the DVD video camera/recorder case or cause malfunctions.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near corrosive gas:
•If the DVD video camera/recorder is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by petrol or diesel engine, corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, or sulfur such as in a hot spring area, the external or internal terminals could corrode, which would disable normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could corrode, so power will not turn on.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near ultrasonic humidifier:
•With some water in humidifier, calcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the DVD video camera/recorder, which could cause it to operate abnormally.
Do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to insecticide:
•Insecticide entering the DVD video camera/recorder could dirty the lens in laser pickup block, and in such a case the DVD video camera/recorder might not operate normally. Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.
Do not use a generally available 8 cm CD lens cleaner:
•Cleaning the lens is not necessary when using this DVD video camera/recorder in the usual way.
•Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD video camera/recorder to be faulty.
•If you have to clean the lens, use a Hitachi Maxell cleaner that is exclusively for 8 cm DVD discs.
Be careful of moisture condensation:
•When you move the DVD video camera/recorder between places where the difference in temperatures is great – such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle – condensation (vapour in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD video camera/recorder. If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth. Even if the external surface of DVD video camera/recorder has dried, condensation may remain inside: Turn the DVD video 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 video camera/recorder for a long uninterrupted period of time:
•This DVD video camera/recorder cannot be used for a long time continuously as a surveillance camera/monitor. If you use it for a long continuous period of time, the temperature of DVD video camera/recorder could exceed the limit and the recording/playback operation may slow down or other faults could occur. If this happens, turn it off and wait for a while before using it again.
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Do not turn the DVD video camera/recorder off while the ACCESS indicator or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking:
•The ACCESS or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking to show that data is being written to disc or card, or being read from it. At this time, do not do any of the following, so as not to damage the data:
−Remove battery
−Disconnect AC adapter/charger
−Remove disc or card
−Subject DVD video camera/recorder to severe vibrations or impact
−Violently open or close the LCD monitor
The ACCESS indicator will light for a while after recording is finished. While it is lit, do not subject the DVD video camera/recorder to any vibration or impact, and do not disconnect the battery or AC adapter/charger.
If you turn the DVD video camera/recorder off while the ACCESS or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking, turn it on again with the disc or card loaded in it: Repair of the disc or card will be executed automatically (see page 121).
ACCESS indicator
CARD ACCESS indicator
Do not wipe the DVD video camera/recorder case with benzene or thinner:
•The coating of case could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate.
•When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions.
Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:
• For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction manuals attached.
The battery provided has not been charged at time of purchase:
•Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder (see page 38).
•The battery will discharge as time passes. (The battery is produced so that it discharges on its own in order to protect its characteristics.)
Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless a charged battery or AC adapter/ charger is connected to the DVD video camera/recorder.
Be sure to set the power switch to “OFF” when turning the DVD video camera/ recorder off:
•Disconnecting the battery or AC adapter/charger while the DVD video camera/recorder is being powered could cause a fault.
Do not use this DVD video camera/recorder with the cover of SD card insertion slot left open.
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Cautions When Storing
Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time:
•The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Also, do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Do not store the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place:
•Dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder could cause malfunctions. If the humidity is high, the lens could be mouldy, and the DVD video camera/recorder could become inoperable. It is recommended that you put the DVD video camera/recorder with desiccant in a box when storing it in a closet, etc.
Do not store the DVD video camera/recorder in a place subject to strong magnetism or intense vibrations:
• This could cause malfunctions.
Detach the battery from the DVD video camera/recorder and store it in a cool place:
• Leaving the battery attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.
Suggestions and Restrictions
Make a trial recording:
•Always make a trial recording before doing actual recording to make sure that recording is normal. The data that have not been stored normally because of a defect in the DVD video camera/ recorder cannot be restored.
It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from which recorded contents can be deleted for trial recording.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder for professional applications:
• This DVD video camera/recorder is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback.
The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:
•Hitachi cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD video camera/recorder, disc or card. Also, Hitachi cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.
•If you or a third party make a mistake when handling this DVD video camera/recorder, disc, card, etc., the recorded contents may be lost. We cannot be responsible for compensation for damage due to loss of recorded contents.
Copyright:
•Data recorded on the disc or card in this DVD video camera/recorder using 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. Be aware that recording is restricted for some demonstrations, performances and exhibitions, even for personal enjoyment.
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CLEANING
Be sure to set the power switch to “OFF” before cleaning this DVD video camera/recorder.
●Cleaning LCD screen and camera lens
Use dry, soft cloth to wipe dirt off. When cleaning the LCD screen, be careful not to use force, scratch it, or subject it to impact: Doing such could cause a defect in the screen, result in display unevenness, or damage the LCD monitor.
●If dust adheres to the viewfinder lens, remove it using a cotton swab, etc.
Do not rub the lens with force: Doing so could scratch the lens.
●Do not use benzene or thinner to clean DVD video camera/recorder case
The coating of case could peel off or the case could deteriorate. Wipe off dirt on the case with a moist cloth which has been completely wrung out. When using chemical cleaning cloth, follow instructions for use.
HANDLING DISCS
●Using discs
Discs are very delicate recording media. Carefully read the following cautions and observe them:
•Always use a brand new disc when recording important material.
•Be sure not to touch the recording surface of disc, or dirty or scratch it.
•If there is dust, scratch, dirt on disc or if it is warped, the following phenomena may occur:
−Block noise in playback image
−Momentary stop of
playback image
− Sound interrupted during
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Even if disc is normal, the above phenomena may occasionally occur. While the ACCESS indicator is lit, do not subject disc to vibrations or impact, and avoid using DVD video camera/recorder at extremely high or low temperatures, or in environment where condensation is likely to occur.
• When recording images,
the DVD video camera/ recorder may avoid the
portions of disc where recording is not possible, due to dust, scratches, etc. [It will pause 9at such a portion and automatically restart recording (:).]
This will cause recording to be interrupted for several seconds to several minutes, and multiple thumbnails will be created by one recording session as shown above. In this case, the recordable time on disc will decrease.
•Be careful when removing the disc since the metal of removal slot of DVD video camera/ recorder, and disc itself, may be hot.
●Storing discs
•When storing disc, replace it in the plastic case in which it was purchased.
•Be careful that no condensation occurs on disc.
•Do not place disc in following places:
−Direct sunlight for a long time
−Where humidity is high or in dusty place
−Where there is heat from a heater, etc.
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DISC CLEANING
Use the disc cleaning cloth provided to lightly wipe off any dirt adhering to the disc as shown in the figure. Do not wipe the disc with force: Doing so could cause scratches.
Never use solvent (thinner, water, antistat or detergent) for cleaning.
Lightly wash the dirty cleaning cloth with detergent: The dirt removal capacity of the cloth will improve (rinse the cloth well with water so that no detergent remains).
Use the disc cleaning cloth to clean from inner to outer edges in axial direction.
Read This First
To guide you, we have included following four chapters.
•The section on “Setups” explains how to set up the DVD video camera/recorder, battery, and set the date/time.
•The section on “Basic Techniques” explains the basic operation of this DVD video camera/ recorder – recording of movies, still images and playback of recorded images.
•The section on “Disc Navigation” explains editing with Disc Navigation: Refer to this section when finalising DVD-RW/DVD-R/ +RW disc and initialising DVD-RAM/DVD- RW/+RW disc.
•“Subsidiary Information” includes an introduction to products sold separately, and troubleshooting.
We want this manual to be as helpful as possible, so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need:
•A quick index for the information you use most often.
•A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly (see pages 13 – 15).
Get to know your DVD video camera/recorder by using this manual, and get to know Hitachi. We appreciate your business.
Quick Index |
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Available Discs ................................................ |
35 |
Recording Movie ............................................. |
52 |
Playing Back.................................................... |
79 |
Functions Available with Disc Navigation ........ |
86 |
Connecting to a TV........................................ |
116 |
With this DVD video camera/recorder you can view the picture being recorded or the playback picture whether on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder.
It is possible to switch the language in the on-screen display of this DVD video camera/recorder (see page 45).
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About This Manual
●Displays in this manual
Understand that the displays are different from those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
●Notation of cancel button
Press the STOP/EXIT button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding one. The expression “press the button” will be used in this text.
● , , , , and marks beside headings
Some functions of this DVD video camera/recorder are unavailable with disc or card used. Refer to the marks at right above each function to identify whether the disc or card is compatible with the function. Refer to these marks and identify the functions and operation to match the disc or card you use.
Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each individual company.
SD logo is a trademark.
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Table of Contents
Important Information ......................................... |
2 |
For Your Safety .................................................. |
2 |
Precautions ........................................................ |
2 |
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........... |
5 |
Cautions When Using ........................................ |
6 |
Cautions When Storing ...................................... |
9 |
Suggestions and Restrictions............................. |
9 |
CLEANING .......................................................... |
10 |
HANDLING DISCS .............................................. |
10 |
DISC CLEANING................................................. |
11 |
Read This First ................................................. |
11 |
About This Manual ........................................... |
12 |
Table of Contents............................................. |
13 |
Checking Provided Accessories....................... |
16 |
Names of Parts ................................................ |
17 |
Basic Instruction Manual .................................. |
20 |
Setups |
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Demonstration Function ................................... |
32 |
Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/ |
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Recorder........................................................ |
32 |
HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/ |
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RECORDER ..................................................... |
32 |
ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP ...................... |
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ATTACHING LENS CAP ..................................... |
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Discs and Cards............................................... |
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AVAILABLE DISCS ............................................. |
35 |
INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC ....................... |
35 |
NOTES ON FINALISATION ................................ |
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EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE |
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USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO CAMERA/ |
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RECORDER ..................................................... |
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AVAILABLE CARDS............................................ |
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COMMON CAUTIONS FOR DISC AND CARD ....... |
36 |
Preparations for Power Supply ........................ |
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USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH |
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AC ADAPTER/CHARGER................................ |
37 |
Setting Up the Battery ...................................... |
38 |
CHARGING BATTERY........................................ |
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ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO |
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CAMERA/RECORDER..................................... |
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REMOVING BATTERY........................................ |
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BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR...... |
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EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY .......................... |
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Turning DVD Video Camera/Recorder |
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On and Off ..................................................... |
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VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR |
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SCREEN........................................................... |
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VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH |
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VIEWFINDER ................................................... |
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Setting Date and Time ..................................... |
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CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND |
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TIME ................................................................. |
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Initial Settings .................................................. |
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SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF |
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TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER |
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OFF AUTOMATICALLY (POWER SAVE) ........ |
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CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE |
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(LANGUAGE).................................................... |
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RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS |
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(RESET)............................................................ |
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TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF |
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CHANGING SETTING OF |
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DEMONSTRATION .......................................... |
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LCD/EVF Setup............................................... |
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ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN |
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(EVF BRIGHTNESS) ........................................ |
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ADJUSTING COLOUR DENSITY |
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(COLOUR LEVEL) ............................................ |
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ALWAYS DISPLAYING IMAGE IN |
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VIEWFINDER ................................................... |
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Inserting and Removing Disc .......................... |
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Inserting and Removing Card.......................... |
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Basic Techniques |
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Recording Movie ............................................. |
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Recording Stills ............................................... |
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Swift Restart of Recording (SLEEP/RESTART |
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button)........................................................... |
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On-Screen Information .................................... |
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INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING |
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RECORDING .................................................... |
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Checking Flow of Menu................................... |
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Zooming .......................................................... |
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MACRO RECORDING ........................................ |
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RECORDING SUBJECTS FOR STRONGER |
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WIDE-ANGLE OR TELEPHOTO EFFECT ....... |
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Manually Focusing Subject ............................. |
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FOCUSING DURING RECORDING.................... |
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Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded |
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Compensating for Backlight ............................ |
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Using Full Auto Function ................................. |
67 |
Setting Up Camera Functions ......................... |
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SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE |
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SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAMME AE |
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MODE) .............................................................. |
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RECORDING DARK SUBJECTS USING LCD |
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MONITOR LIGHT ............................................. |
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ADJUSTING COLOUR (WHITE BALANCE) ....... |
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USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILISER |
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(EIS).................................................................. |
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RECORDING SUBJECT USING LARGE |
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MAGNIFICATION (DIGITAL ZOOM) ................ |
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REDUCING WIND NOISE DURING RECORDING |
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(MIC.FILTER) ................................................... |
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Setting Up Record Functions........................... |
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SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY |
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SWITCHING QUALITY OF STILL IMAGE |
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SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OUTPUT ON |
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STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC |
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PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION |
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ADJUSTING VOLUME DURING PLAYBACK ..... |
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PLAYING BACK LATEST RECORDED |
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DELETING LAST RECORDED SCENE.............. |
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CAPTURING PHOTO.......................................... |
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SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES ...................... |
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UNDERSTANDING FLOW OF DISC NAVIGATION |
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DELETING SCENES (EDIT – DELETE) ............. |
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DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT – DIVIDE) .................. |
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COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES |
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LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK).............. |
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PLAYING BACK A PLAY LIST (PLAY).............. |
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ADDING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR |
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DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR |
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EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) .................... |
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SELECTING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR |
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EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) .................... |
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ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) ... |
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CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE)....... |
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DELETING PLAY LIST (DELETE)..................... |
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Go To............................................................. |
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TOP (END) ........................................................ |
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Disc or Card Management............................. |
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INITIALISING DISC OR CARD |
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PROTECTING DISC FROM WRITING |
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VERIFYING REMAINING FREE SPACE ON DISC |
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FINALISING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW DISC |
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DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS |
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PLAYING BACK SCENES REPEATEDLY |
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PLAYING BACK WIDE-MODE IMAGES ON 4:3 |
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Viewing on TV Screen ................................... |
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CONNECTING TO A TV.................................... |
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VIEWING ON TV SCREEN ............................... |
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Playback on DVD Recorder/Player................ |
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PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM/DVD-RW |
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PLAYING BACK DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/DVD-R/ |
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+RW DISC ...................................................... |
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Recording (Dubbing) Images......................... |
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RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER |
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Introduction to Optional Accessories.............. |
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CAMERA ACCESSORIES ................................ |
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POWER SUPPLY .............................................. |
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Trouble Messages.......................................... |
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Troubleshooting ............................................. |
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System Reset ................................................. |
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Major Specifications ....................................... |
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STORAGE CAPACITY OF DISC....................... |
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SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS.................... |
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RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) |
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Index .............................................................. |
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Checking Provided Accessories
Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package:
Battery (model DZ-BP07PW): |
AC adapter/charger |
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Portable power supply for this DVD video |
(model DZ-ACS3 (E)): |
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2Stereo microphone
Take care that the microphone is not blocked by a hand, etc., during recording.
3Recording indicator (p. 46)
The red indicator will light during recording.
4 Optical 30× zoom lens (p. 62)
5Zoom lever (p. 62, 64, 79)
To adjust the zoom or volume.
6 AV output jack (p. 116, 119)
7Wide-screen colour liquid crystal display (inside) (p. 43)
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9Dioptre control (p. 43)
To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.)
10 SLEEP/RESTART button (p. 54)
To switch the sleep/restart status between ON and OFF.
11ACCESS indicator (p. 8, 52, 53)
Will blink or light when the disc in DVD video camera/recorder is accessed (write or read is executed).
12PHOTO button (p. 53)
13DISC EJECT button (p. 49)
Press down and release this button to open the cover of disc insertion block.
15 BATTERY EJECT button (p. 39)
Press this button when removing the battery.
16Battery attachment platform (p. 39)
17Record button (REC) (p. 52)
18 LOCK switch (p. 52)
It is recommended that you set the LOCK switch to (to the upper position) to prevent the power switch in the “!” position from accidentally moving to “ ”.
19Power switch (p. 42)
20Hand strap (p. 32)
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21 FULL AUTO button (p. 67)
To switch the DVD video camera /recorder to full automatic.
22 FOCUS button (p. 64)
To switch between manual focus and autofocus.
23 MENU button (p. 44, 60, 90)
Press this button to display the menu for setting camera functions and Disc Navigation.
24SELECT button (p. 85)
25DISC NAVIGATION button (p. 77)
26STOP/EXIT button (p. 12, 60, 80)
To end playback or cancel setting of menu.
27EXPOSURE button (p. 66)
Press this button to adjust the exposure.
28 Speaker (p. 79)
29 RESET button (p. 133)
To reset all settings to defaults (status when the DVD video camera/recorder was shipped from the factory).
30DISPLAY (Screen display) button (p. 55, 84)
Press this button to display the details of image being played back or camera setting status, or switch the display off.
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31CARD ACCESS indicator (p. 8, 53)
32QUICK MENU button (p. 60)
To display only the functions that you frequently use (simple menus).
33FINALIZE button (p. 112)
Press this button to finalise the recorded DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW.
34Card insertion block (p. 51)
35BLC (backlight compensation) button (p. 66)
Press this button when subject is being lighted from rear.
362/ 1/ 0/ // buttons
(p. 44, 60, 64, 66, 80, 81, 82)
Use these buttons to select a scene or menu item, and then press the centre ( ) to play back the scene, or designate an option from the menu.
These buttons are to are also used to adjust the exposure or focus.
37Tripod threaded hole
Used to attach the DVD video camera/ recorder to a tripod.
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Manual Instruction Basic
Basic Instruction Manual
Introduction
●No possibility of overwriting
Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning of blank portion.
You cannot overwrite on the images recorded on disc.
●Quick start recording
Press the SLEEP/RESTART button if you do not want to record right now: The DVD camera/ recorder will stand by in immediate recordable status. Press the SLEEP/RESTART button when you all at once see a scene you want to record: You can start recording immediately (see page 28).
●You can enjoy playback images on a DVD player
You can play back images on a DVD player that conforms to recorded DVD discs even if your DVD camera/recorder is not connected to a TV. Since this DVD camera/recorder can use various types of disc - DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R, +RW - you can play the recorded images on those discs using most DVD players (see pages 21 and 30).
Using Your DVD Video Camera/Recorder
1 Preparing (see pages 21 – 26)
Select recording media, prepare a battery (batteries), set up the desired language and date/time.
2 Recording (see pages 27 – 28)
3Viewing on the DVD video camera/ recorder (see pages 29, 31)
You can also connect the DVD video camera/ recorder to a TV to view playback images.
4Viewing on another DVD device (see page 30)
Finalise DVD(s) and you can play back images on a DVD device other than this DVD
video camera/recorder.
5Editing (see page 29)
You can delete unwanted scenes.
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Choose the best disc for your purpose.
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Basic Instruction Manual
●Discs available on this DVD video camera/recorder
8 cm DVD-R, 8 cm DVD-RW (VF-mode), 8 cm +RW
•These discs can be played back on most other DVD players and DVD recorders once they are finalised after recording, but they cannot be played back on all DVD players and DVD recorders.
8 cm DVD-RAM, 8 cm DVD-RW (VR-mode)
•Images on these discs can be deleted and edited on this DVD video camera/ recorder.
•These discs can be played back on DVD players and DVD recorders that conform to either 8 cm DVD-RAM or 8 cm DVD-RW (VR-mode).
●Functions available/unavailable on each disc (see page 34)
RAM -RW -R +RW
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*1: Playable on DVD players and DVD recorders that conform to either 8 cm DVD-RAM, 8 cm DVD-RW (VR mode) or 8cm +RW. *2: Must be finalised. Cannot be played on some DVD players or DVD recorders.
●Recommended DVD discs
It is recommended that you use Hitachi Maxell HG type single-sided discs, since their compatibility with this DVD video camera/recorder has been confirmed. When using an HG type double-sided disc, take great care with handling it. Using a disc other than these discs may not allow the DVD video camera/ recorder to deliver optimum performance.
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Manual Instruction Basic
Battery
CHARGING BATTERY
1 Connect the mains lead to AC adapter/ |
3 Attach the battery to AC adapter/charger. |
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1 Fit the battery to the battery attachment platform on this DVD video camera/recorder and slide it downward until a click is heard.
Terminal side must be 
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REMOVING BATTERY
1 While holding down the BATTERY EJECT button, slide the battery upward to remove it.
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USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER
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Basic Instruction Manual
Turning On and Off
While holding down the grey button at the right of power switch, set the switch according to each recording function.
Set to “OFF”:
The DVD video camera/recorder will turn off.
Set to “"”:
To record still on SD memory card.
Set to “!”:
To record movie on DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/ DVD-R/+RW disc.
Set to “ ”:
To record still on DVD-RAM disc.
Set the power switch to “!” or “ ” when playing back videos and photos recorded on disc. Set it to “"” when playing back photos recorded on card.
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Checking Flow of Menu
The following two on-screen menu modes are available with this DVD video camera/recorder:
•Full Menu: To display all menu items for experts
•Quick Menu: To display only the fundamental menu items for first timers
●Operating Menu
The Full Menu will appear if you press the MENU button.
You can use the 2/1/0//buttons on DVD video camera/recorder to select various setting options in Full Menu and designate them.
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•Pressing the MENU button during recording will not display the menu.
•The menu screen will disappear when it is left for approx. one minute without any operation.
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Setting Date and Time
Set the current date and time so that the date and time you make a recording can be recorded correctly.
The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set.
1Press the MENU button, use the 2/1/ 0//buttons to choose “Date Setup” and then “Date Set”.
2 Press the /button.
The figure for the day will be selected.
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5 If the displayed date and time are correct, use press the 0button to choose “YES”, and then press the button.
The date and time will be set, and the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the recording pause status.
Choosing “NO” will restore the menu screen.
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Manual Instruction Basic
Inserting Disc
1 Press down the DISC EJECT button once and |
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A few moments after the ACCESS indicator |
When a disc is first loaded in the DVD video |
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Push the shaded portion.
•Note that the recording surface of disc must face the inside of DVD video camera/recorder. When using a single-sided disc, the recording surface is the side without label.
•Never touch the disc recording surface or pickup lens. Touching the pickup lens could cause a fault.
•Use the disc cleaning cloth provided to wipe off any dirt adhering to the disc recording surface.
•Do not use a dirtied or scratched disc.
4 Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on the cover of disc insertion block, to close the cover.
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Recording
1 Open the LCD monitor.
The LCD monitor has a portion where you can hook your finger. Hook the finger there to open the monitor.
2 While holding down the button on the right of power switch, set the switch to “!” or “ ” (only “!” for DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc).
Set to “!”:
To record movie on DVD- RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/ +RW disc.
Set to “ ”:
To record still on DVDRAM disc.
Set to “OFF”:
The DVD video camera/ recorder will turn off.
Set to “"”:
To record still on SD memory card.
3 When recording a video, press the REC button. Recording will start.
Pressing the REC button again will stop recording (!). When recording a photo, press the PHOTO button.
Pressing PHOTO half way (half press) allows you to focus the subject, and the “9” indicator will turn purple. Press PHOTO all the way down to record.
PHOTO button
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OFF
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Power switch
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Pressing the REC button.
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Zooming
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T: recording enlarged image (telephoto)
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Manual Instruction Basic
Quick Start
If you press the SLEEP/RESTART button while in the recording pause status instead of turning the DVD video camera/recorder off, the status that recording is possible will be restored in approx. 1.5 seconds.
1 To Set Sleep Status.
Press the SLEEP/RESTART button in the recording pause status.
0 : 0 0 : 0 0 Recording pause
REM 3 0 MIN
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The SLEEP/RESTART button will light, and the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the sleep/restart standby status.
In the following cases, pressing the SLEEP/ RESTART button will not set the DVD video camera/recorder to the sleep/restart standby status:
•No disc or card is inserted into this DVD video camera/recorder.
•The loaded disc or card has no remaining free space.
•The Disc Navigation screen is being displayed.
•The power switch is set to “ ” when using a DVD- RW/DVD-R/+RW.
•During playback.
•An unusable disc or card is loaded.
SLEEP/RESTART button
2 To Quick Restart.
Press the SLEEP/RESTART button that is lit: The DVD video camera/recorder will return to the recording pause status.
Pressing the REC or PHOTO button will also restore the DVD video camera/recorder to recording pause from the sleep/restart standby status.
The following operations will release the sleep/restart standby status:
•Pressing the DISC EJECT button all the way down.
• Changing over the power switch (!↔ ).
Note:
•If you press the REC or PHOTO button while in the sleep/restart status, the recording pause status will be restored, but recording of a video or photo will not start. To record, press the REC or PHOTO button again.
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Play Back
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Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Use the 2/1/0//buttons to select the desired scene.
The selected scene will be framed: This is called a “cursor”.
3 Press the button.
Playback will start from the selected scene.
Note:
Pressing the 0or /button will move the cursor to the preceding or following scene.
Pressing the 2or 1button will move to preceding or following page.
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Pressing the or DISC NAVIGATION button will restore the Disc Navigation screen.
ADJUSTING VOLUME DURING PLAYBACK
Reduce
Increase
VOLUME
Volume
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Editing
DELETING SCENES (EDIT – DELETE)
You may want to delete unwanted scenes.
Scenes on DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc cannot be deleted, and menu item “Delete” will not appear with DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc.
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4 Choose “Scene”, “Edit”, “Delete”, and
then press the button.
When using card, choose “Scene”, “Delete”, and then press the button.
5 The “Delete Scene” screen will appear: If you are sure you want to delete the selected scene, press the button.
If you want to change the scene to be deleted, you can change it on this screen.
6 The screen for verifying deletion will appear: Choose “YES”, and then press the button.
Choose “NO” to cancel deletion.
After Yes or No setting, the “Delete Scene” screen will be restored.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to delete other scenes.
7 Press the button to quit.
Note:
When using a +RW, you can delete the scene recorded last (see page 80).
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Manual Instruction Basic
Making Discs Playable on DVD Players and DVD Recorders
FINALISE
Finalise |
DVD-RW, DVD-R or +RW |
DVD video camera/ recorder
DVD player/recorder
It is necessary to “finalise” before you use other DVD players and DVD recorders to play back a DVD-RW, DVD-R or +RW recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder.
FINALISING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW DISC (FINALIZE DISC)
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1 Press the FINALIZE button during recording pause.
2Choose “YES”, and then press the button. The message showing that the disc is being finalised will appear, and the disc will then be finalised.
F i n a l i z e D i s c
F u r t h e r r e c o r d i n g o n t h i s d i s c w i l l b e i m p o s s i b l e .
F i n a l i z e ? ( A p p r o x . 
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*1 Displayed only when a DVD-R is used.
*2 Will vary depending on the recording time.
3 When finalisation is complete, the Disc Navigation screen of all programmes will appear.
'will appear on the Disc Navigation screen for a finalised disc.
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Finalised disc
Note:
•Do not finalise a disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder using any other device.
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