Hitachi DZMV100A - Manual - manualsarea.com

Page 2 - Important Information; For Your Safety; WARNING : To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not; TO REDUCE THE RISK OF; Identifications of caution marks; CAUTION

2 Important Information ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ For Your Safety The POWER switch turns the DVD camcorder on and off, leaving the date/time fea-ture unaffected. If the camcorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time,turn it off . ...

Page 4 - IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS; INSTALLATION; – The safety

4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture ofyour 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 enjo...

Page 6 - USE; 5 Object and Liquid Entry; SERVICE; 8 Conditions Requiring Service

6 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ USE 14 Cleaning – Unplug this video prod- uct from the wall outlet before cleaning.Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosolcleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 15 Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this videoproduct through openin...

Page 8 - Read This First; To guide you, we’ve included following seven chapters.; A quick index for the information you use most often (this page).; Quick Index

8 Read This First To guide you, we’ve included following seven chapters. • Chapter 1, “Introduction”, guides you how to use your DVD camcorder efficiently,and explains the overview of your DVD camcorder. • Chapter 2, “Set-up”, explains how to set up your DVD camcorder for recording. • Chapter 3, “Re...

Page 10 - Contents

10 Contents Important Information ........................................................................ 2 For Your Safety ............................................................................................. 2Important Safeguards ..............................................................

Page 12 - Trial Record and Play Back; Caution; that all accessories are provided in package.; Necessary Devices; When using a battery pack, charge it or refferring to page 40.; Making a Trial Recording; Make sure that the RECORDING MODE

12 DVD camcorder 8 cm DVD-RAM disc Power cable Trial Record and Play Back Power the DVD camcorder from AC outlet, make a trial recording and play it back. Foractual take, thoroughly read “Setups” and “Recording” to ensure correct use of theDVD camcorder. Caution • Before beginning this manual, refer...

Page 13 - Connect the plug on the other end of power cable to AC outlet.

13 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. 3. Insert the DVD-RAM disc cartri...

Page 15 - Playing It Back; button while in; Pressing the

15 6. Start recording. Press the REC button: Recording will start.Pressing REC again will terminate recording andset the DVD camcorder to the recording pausemode. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Playing It Back 1. Press the button while in the reco...

Page 17 - Before You Begin

17 Before You Begin Features of DVD camcorder ................................................ 18Cautions when using .......................................................... 20Cautions when storing ....................................................... 24Suggestions and restrictions ................

Page 18 - Features of DVD Camcorder; Recording on DVD-RAM Disc

18 Features of DVD Camcorder ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Recording on DVD-RAM Disc This DVD camcorder uses a DVD-RAM disc, the first in the world. The video andaudio are stored on an 8 cm DVD-RAM disc that is capable of holding approximately2.8 G...

Page 19 - Using with Various Devices

19 Features of DVD Camcorder ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Using with Various Devices Connect this DVD camcorder to your TV and you can enjoy the playback picture withyour family and friends on the large TV screen; or connect it to a video printer ...

Page 20 - Cautions When Using; Do not place the DVD camcorder with the open LCD screen down.; Liquid Crystal Display and viewfinder:

20 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 unevennessdoes not disappe...

Page 22 - Do not use the DVD camcorder near corrosive gas:

22 chapter 1_Before You Begin Do not use the DVD camcorder near corrosive gas: Using it in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline and dieselengines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, could corrode the battery con-necting terminals, which could result in loss of power...

Page 23 - Be careful when removing the DVD-RAM disc:; Plug or unplug PC connection cable.; Do not wipe the DVD camcorder case with benzene or thinner:; The coating of case could peel off or the case could deteriorate.; Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:

23 ACCESS Cautions When Using Be careful when removing the DVD-RAM disc: When the DVD camcorder 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 DVDcamcorder is turned off. Do not turn the DVD camcorder off whi...

Page 24 - Cautions When Storing; This could cause malfunctions.; Detach the battery from DVD camcorder and store it in a cool place:

24 Cautions When Storing Do not leave the DVD camcorder in a place where the temperature isvery high for a long period of time: The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk becomes very high in the hot sea-son. If you leave the DVD camcorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the casecould...

Page 25 - Suggestions and Restrictions; Make a trial recording:; About this text; Photographs used in this text:

25 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 isnormal. Data that was not stored normally because of a defect in the DVD camcordercannot be restored. The recorded contents canno...

Page 26 - Checking Provided Accessories; Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package:

26 2 Ferrite cores: Attach these to the DC powerc a b l e , a n d t h e e x t e r n a lmicrophone cable if you areusing one. Battery (model DZ-BP16): Portable power supply for thisD V D c a m c o r d e r : C h a r g e i tbefore use. AC adapter/charger(model DZ-ACP1): To power the DVD camcorderfrom h...

Page 27 - Attaching Ferrite Cores; Attach the core to the DC power cable at a; Wind the DC power cable round the core once.; Close the cover of core, taking care that it

27 Checking Provided Accessories Caution: If you use an external microphone when recording, attach the ferrite core (provided) tothe cable at a position approximately 1-15/16" (5 cm) from its end: Wind the micro-phone cable round the core once in the same way as for the DC power cable. Usingexte...

Page 28 - Attaching Shoulder Strap; Use the string to attach the cap to the DVD camcorder.; • Always keep the lens cap on when not using the DVD comcorder, to; strap for comfortable shooting.

28 chapter 1_Before You Begin Be sure to pass through the 2 slots. Be sure to pass through the 2 slots. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Attaching Shoulder Strap ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Attachi...

Page 29 - Names of Parts

29 ュー Behind the cover AV input/outputjack(P. 140,142) Externalmicrophonejack(P. 80) S-videoinput/output jack (P. 142) PC connectionterminal (P. 148) Playback/Pause button (P. 92) Stop button (P. 92,93) Forward search button (P. 92,95) Reverse search button (P. 92,93,95) Forward skip button (P. 92,9...

Page 33 - DVD-RAM Standard Book

33 DVD-RAM Standard Book DiameterStorage capacity Transfer rateLaser used Book 2.1 12cm 4.7 GB/side9.4 GB on both sides 22.16 Mbps 650 nm red laser 8cm 1.4 GB/side2.8 GB on both sides Book 1.0 12cm 2.6 GB/side5.2 GB on both sides 11.08 Mbps DVD-RAM Discs DVD-RAM Discs ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

Page 34 - DVD Video Recording Standard; Examples of discs that cannot be used on this DVD camcorder:

34 chapter 1_Before You Begin ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ DVD Video Recording Standard This DVD camcorder conforms to the DVD video recording standard. The DVD videorecording standard refers to the unified standard for video recording using a rew...

Page 36 - Removing DVD-RAM Disc from Cartridge; Removing the disc; Use a fine tipped pen to slide the lock pin in the direction of arrow; While pushing the release levers from; Replacing the disc in cartridge; Fit in the disc tray until a

36 chapter 1_Before You Begin ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Removing DVD-RAM Disc from Cartridge The DVD-RAM disc used with this DVD camcorder can be removed from the car-tridge and used with DVD-RAM drives, DVD players and DVD recorders that are c...

Page 37 - • The side that will be recorded when SIDE A of disc faces

37 DVD-RAM Discs Tip: • The side that will be recorded when SIDE A of disc faces the hand strap is the opposite side to the "SIDE A"indication. Cautions: • When recording special events, be sure to use a new disc which has never been removed from cartridge. • Most generally available 8 cm DV...

Page 39 - Setups; the DVD camcorder for recording.

39 Setups Before starting setups, make sure that you have all accessories, referring to page 26. When using the DVD camcorder outdoors, you will usually have to use a battery to power the DVD camcorder. First, while charging the battery, set up the DVD camcorder for recording. Setting up the battery...

Page 40 - Setting Up the Battery; Charging Battery; Use the provided AC adapter/charger to charge the battery.; Cautions; Disconnect the DC power cable when charging the battery.; Insert the power cable plug into the AC input jack (AC IN) of AC; The POWER indicator on the AC adapter/charger will light.

40 Battery pack POWER CHG. 80 100% AC adapter/charger 2 1 Power cable 3 Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP16 battery pack provided with this DVD camcorder has not been chargedat purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD camcorder. Caution • Be sure to use the DZ-BP16 or DZ-BP28 battery exclusively...

Page 41 - Without any extraordinary operation, such as zooming:; When using viewfinder

41 Setting Up the Battery 3. Attach the battery to the AC adapter/charger. Orient the terminal section of battery toward the DC OUT of AC adapter/charger,and while fitting the battery onto the charger, slide it in the direction of the arrow. The CHG. indicator on AC adapter/charger will blink, and c...

Page 42 - the POWER indicator still blinks, the battery may be faulty.; Attaching Battery to DVD Camcorder; Removing Battery; After using the DVD camcorder, remove the battery from it.; the battery will discharge.

42 chapter 2_Setups Cautions • During and after charging, the battery will be warm, but this does not indicate a fault.• If the POWER indicator on AC adapter/charger blinks, remove the battery once, and then reattach it. If the POWER indicator still blinks, the battery may be faulty. • If the ambien...

Page 43 - Fully pull out the viewfinder and raise it.; Battery remaining level indicator:; Charge the battery immediately before using the DVD camcorder:

43 PUSH Setting Up the Battery 1. Turn the DVD camcorder off. 2. Fully pull out the viewfinder and raise it. 3. While holding the Battery eject button above the battery attachment platform,slide the battery upward to remove it. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...

Page 44 - Disassemble or modify the battery.; When you do not use DVD camcorder for a prolonged period of time:; Store batteries so that the charge marker (

44 chapter 2_Setups DANGER Be sure not to do the following:• Short-circuit battery terminals. • Disassemble or modify the battery. • Throw the battery into fire. Store the battery in a dark, cool place: If you store it in a place where the temperature is high, the battery life will be short-ened. Es...

Page 45 - AC adapters could cause electric shock or result in fire.; Attach the terminal device of provided DC power cable to the bat-; The POWER indicator on AC adapter/charger will light.

45 AC adapter/charger Useing DVD Camcorder with AC Adapter/Charger Using DVD Camcorder with AC Adapter/Charger Power the DVD camcorder from AC outlet when using it for a long time indoors, suchas performing various settings on it, playing back recorded video, editing data files,transferring the data...

Page 47 - Setting Up the DVD Camcorder; Inserting DVD-RAM disc; Make sure that the DVD camcorder is

47 Setting Up the DVD Camcorder Setting Up the DVD Camcorder ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Inserting DVD-RAM disc With this DVD camcorder the recorded video and audio are stored on the DVD-RAMdisc.The 8 cm DVD-RAM disc for AV (provided) is alread...

Page 48 - Insert the DVD-RAM disc cartridge into; camcorder or cartridge could be damaged.; Gently push the section indicated; • The cover cannot be closed unless the disc is correctly inserted.; Push down the POWER switch to turn; C) from the previous recording status

48 chapter 2_Setups Disc guide Shutter Hand strap 4. Insert the DVD-RAM disc cartridge into the disc guide, so that the side of discyou want to record faces the hand strap(see p.37), with the disc shutter towardsthe video lens. The cartridge will stop once midway: Firmly pushit in until it stops. Ca...

Page 49 - Removing DVD-RAM Disc; Press down the POWER switch to turn; • Do not remove the battery or AC adapter/charger until

49 Setting Up the DVD Camcorder POWER EJECT ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Removing DVD-RAM Disc 1. Press down the POWER switch to turn the DVD camcorder off. The red indicator at the center of POWER switchwill go out.A click will be heard, which ...

Page 50 - once, and then open it to remove the disc.

50 chapter 2_Setups 4. Remove the DVD-RAM disc. Caution: Be careful when removing the disc, since the temperature atthe shutter will be very high. 5. Gently push the section indicated "PUSH" on the cover of disc insertionblock (hand strap), to close the cover. Tip: • Even when the DVD camcor...

Page 51 - • When recording only movies (containing video and audio); Number of recordable stills on DVD-RAM disc:; Up to 999 stills per side (when recording only stills); Movie quality mode

51 DVD-RAM disc storage capacity The movies and stills that can be recorded on an 8 cm DVD-RAM disc used in thisDVD camcorder are as follows: Prepare discs according to the scheduled recordingtime and conditions. Recordable time of movies on DVD-RAM disc Tip: • When recording only movies (containing...

Page 52 - Setting Date and Time; Press the MENU button in the recording pause mode to display the

52 Setting Date and Time Set the current date and time correctly so that the date and time you make a record-ing can be recorded correctly.Setting the correct date and time will allow you to store the correct information onrecording.(The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and t...

Page 53 - If the display is correct, press the Select; • If you make a mistake during the setting, turn the Select; Press the Select dial to again enter the date/time, and then press; The menu screen will turn off.; To set the time to match the time signal

53 Setting Date and Time 5. If the display is correct, press the Select dial. To correct the minutes, tur n the Select dial tochange them and then press the Select dial.Blinking will move to the AM/PM digit.(The movement of blinking depends on the datedisplay format. Blinking will move from the digi...

Page 54 - Setting Up the Infrared Remote Control; Replace the batteries.; Push the tab on the back of remote con-

54 Setting Up the Infrared Remote Control Insert two “AA” batteries into the infrared remote control to use it. The remote controlcan control the DVD camcorder from a distance of up to approximately 18 feet (5 m). Caution • If the batteries are dead, pressing buttons on remote control will not opera...

Page 55 - Using the Infrared Remote Control; control may not be possible.

55 Using the Infrared Remote Control 10 ° 10 ° 15 ° 15 ° approx. 18 feet (5m) Using the Infrared Remote Control Point the remote control at the infrared receiver on the DVD camcorder to operate theDVD camcorder. The remote controllable distance is approximately 18 feet (5 m). Cautions • When using t...

Page 57 - Recording

57 Recording Two recording modes are available on this DVD camcorder: movie and still. Here we will explain the methods for each recording and various functions. Basic handling of DVD camcorder ...................................... 58Recording movie ....................................................

Page 58 - Basic Handling of DVD Camcorder; Holding DVD Camcorder; Insert your right hand from the bottom; Adjust the hand strap to best fit your hand.; • Do not adjust the hand strap while holding the DVD

58 Basic Handling of DVD Camcorder ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Holding DVD Camcorder 1. Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD camcorder up to the base ofyour thumb. Put your hand in a position where you can easilyoperate the REC button an...

Page 59 - Turning DVD Camcorder On; While pressing the button at the center; The red indicator of the button will light.; Viewing Subject through Viewfinder; Adjust the angle of viewfinder as you; If the image is blurred:

59 Diopter control POWER ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Turning DVD Camcorder On 1. While pressing the button at the center of POWER switch, push the switchdown. The red indicator of the button will light. The DVD camcorder starts to recognize thedi...

Page 60 - Opening LCD Monitor; Press the OPEN button to open the LCD; • Be sure to open the LCD monitor approximately 90; LCD monitor movable range:; , it can be tilted down as much as 90

60 chapter 3_Recording OPEN button approx.115 ° ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Opening LCD Monitor If you open the LCD monitor, you can monitor subject image on the LCD screen. If themonitor is open, the viewfinder will be off. 1. Press the OPEN but...

Page 61 - When the LCD screen is dim:; You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen.; Turn the Select dial to adjust the screen; Closing LCD Monitor; Before closing the LCD monitor, be sure; • Be sure to return the LCD monitor at right angles to the DVD

61 LCD BRIGHT PUSH Basic handling of DVD camcorder When the LCD screen is dim: You can adjust the brightness of the LCD screen. 1. Press the LCD BRIGHT button. The "BRT" indicator will light on the screen.(The indicator will go out in approximately 3 sec-onds.) 2. Turn the Select dial to adj...

Page 63 - Switching the information display mode; Full display mode: All types of information will appear.; Display in Information LCD; RECORDING MODE

63 DISPLAY Switching the information display mode You can switch the display mode of on-screen information:• Full display mode: All types of information will appear. • Minimum display mode: Only the recording mode, status display and warning willappear. 1. Press the DISPLAY button. The full and mini...

Page 64 - Buttons and Switches Used When Recording

64 chapter 3_Recording ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Buttons and Switches Used When Recording (1) Zoom lever Slide the lever to "T" control side fortelephoto, or "W" control side forwide-angle. (2) REC button To start recording of m...

Page 65 - Focusing When Recording Movie; Focusing range

65 Basic handling of DVD camcorder ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Focusing When Recording Movie This DVD camcorder automatically focuses a subject at the center of screen (auto-focus).When the DVD camcorder is turned on, auto-focus will always be se...

Page 66 - Recording Movie; Make sure that the recording mode is set to; If; Monitor the image you want to record; • Take care that power is not interrupted while the ACCESS; Recording of Movie” on page 71.

66 REC Recording Movie 1. Make sure that the recording mode is set to . If has not been specified, set the RECORD- ING MODE switch to . 2. Monitor the image you want to record in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen,and press the REC button: Recordingwill start. Pressing REC again during recording wi...

Page 67 - Power save and discharge of battery; Zooming; • When a subject is zoomed, it may be momentarily out of focus.

67 Recording Movie Power save and discharge of battery When the DVD camcorder is left in the recording pause status for approximately 5minutes, it will automatically turn off. Turn the DVD camcorder on again to restartrecording.You can cancel power save and change the time until the DVD camcorder au...

Page 68 - Switching Digital Zoom Off; Press the MENU button in the recording; • Pressing MENU during recording will not display the menu

68 chapter 3_Recording ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Switching Digital Zoom Off When the Zoom lever T control is held down, digital zoom will automatically startwhen optical 12X zoom range is exceeded. When digital zoom is engaged, the imagequali...

Page 69 - • When the LCD monitor is open, you can use the cursor,; Turn the Select dial to move the high-

69 Recording Movie The menu screen for setting camera functions willappear. Tips: • When the LCD monitor is open, you can use the cursor, MENU and ENTER buttons in place of the Select dial tooperate the menu. 3. Turn the Select dial to move the high- light to "D. ZOOM", and then press theSel...

Page 71 - Useful Functions during Recording of Movie; Full auto mode (no message appears on screen)

71 Useful Functions during Recording of Movie Useful Functions during Recording of Movie ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Selecting shooting mode to match the subject(switching program AE mode) This DVD camcorder automatically sets the shutter speed a...

Page 72 - Switching shooting mode:; Press the PROG AE button in recording

72 chapter 3_Recording Switching shooting mode: 1. Press the PROG AE button in recording pause status. Pressing the button will switch the shooting modebetween program AE mode (4-type) and full automode. 2. Turn the Select dial to select the de- sired program AE mode. Turning the dial will switch th...

Page 73 - Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer; movement and the movement on screen.; Use the Select dial to choose “CAMERA

73 Useful Functions during Recording of Movie ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer This DVD camcorder is equipped with an electronic image stabilizer function: Whenyou use zoom to record a magnified subject image, it ...

Page 74 - Checking EIS ON or OFF; Manually Focusing Subject during Movie Recording; “FOCUS” will appear on the screen.

74 chapter 3_Recording Checking EIS ON or OFF You can check whether electronic image stabilizer isengaged or not by reviewing the on-screen informa-tion. Note that the setting of electronic image stabilizer will not change when the DVDcamcorder is turned off: After recording with EIS set to OFF, it ...

Page 75 - to zoom in on subject.; • Be sure to zoom up to your subject only when manually; While monitoring the subject image on; camcorder on next time, auto focus will be restored.; Macro Recording; Point the DVD camcorder at the subject, and slide the Zoom lever

75 PUSH Useful Functions during Recording of Movie 2. Slide the Zoom lever to "T" control side to zoom in on subject. Caution: • Be sure to zoom up to your subject only when manually focusing on it. If you bring the subject into focus at thewide-angle position, focus will be incorrect when y...

Page 76 - Bring the DVD camcorder close to the subject and start recording.; Recording an Image of Yourself; Open the LCD monitor approximately; • Do not record for a prolonged time with the LCD monitor turned 180

76 chapter 3_Recording 2. Bring the DVD camcorder close to the subject and start recording. The subject will be focused automatically. To change the magnitude of subjectimage, adjust the distance from the subject. Tips: • Zoom can be used, but the subject may not be focused, depending on the distanc...

Page 77 - Switching Movie Quality Mode.; If the camcorder is panned or tilted greatly or rapidly; Use the Select dial to choose “REC

77 Useful Functions during Recording of Movie ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Switching Movie Quality Mode. You can switch the movie quality between "FINE" and "STND". However, record critical subjects in the "FINE" mode. Bloc...

Page 78 - Checking movie quality mode; Adjusting Exposure Manually; cording pause status.; • Pressing EXPOSURE will alternate between manual; While monitoring the subject image on the screen, turn the Select

78 chapter 3_Recording Checking movie quality mode You can check whether movie quality mode is FINE orSTND by reviewing the on-screen information. The setting of movie quality mode will not change when the DVD camcorder is turnedoff. After recording with “STND”, it is recommended that you return the...

Page 79 - Status of camcorder

79 4. Start recording. Tips • The exposure setting will be memorized even if the DVD camcorder is turned off. • To return to automatic exposure from manual exposure not yet locked, press the EXPOSURE button. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ White Bala...

Page 80 - Checking white balance mode; Recording Sound with External Microphone

80 chapter 3_Recording AUDIO/VIDEOEXT.MIC DIGITAL S V I D E O Checking white balance mode You can check whether white balance mode is AUTOor HOLD by reviewing the on-screen information: Noindication will appear when AUTO is specified. The white balance setting will always be “AUTO” when the DVD camc...

Page 81 - Reducing Wind Noise Picked Up by Microphone; Turn the Select dial to change the option; Checking microphone filter setting

81 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Reducing Wind Noise Picked Up by Microphone When recording sound using the built-in microphone, you can reduce wind noise byfiltering it. Since the low-frequency components of sound input to the microphoneduring rec...

Page 82 - Recording Stills; • When switched to still recording, the image in the

82 Recording Stills 1. Turn the DVD camcorder on and set the RECORDING MODE switch to . 2. Make sure that appears on the monitor screen. Tip: • When switched to still recording, the image in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen will be rougher thanduring movie recording, but this will not affect ther...

Page 83 - Information on Still Recording and Various Functions; Recording subject away from the center of screen:; Press the PHOTO button half way while

83 Recording Stills 7. When recording is finished, turn the DVD camcorder off. The DVD camcorder will also turn off automatically when approximately 5 minuteshave elapsed in the recording pause status. (See “Power save and discharge ofbattery” on p. 67). You can also release power save and change th...

Page 84 - Switching of program AE mode:; light a subject when recording in a dark place.; Setting Electronic Flash; Setting; AUTO

84 chapter 3_Recording Switching of program AE mode: With still recording, you can also select one of 5 types of shooting mode in which theshutter speed and aperture can be adjusted automatically.For switching of program AE mode, see “Selecting shooting mode to match the sub-ject” on page 71. Tip: •...

Page 86 - • Interval recording is possible only with stills.

86 chapter 3_Recording The setting of flash will not change when the DVD camcorder is turned off. Afterrecording with FLASH ON or OFF, it is recommended that you return the option toAUTO and then turn the DVD camcorder off, unless you always record still with thesame flash setting. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○...

Page 87 - You can now set the recording interval.; Turn the Select dial to select the record-; Stills will be recorded in succession at the specified interval.

87 Recording Stills 2. Use the Select dial to choose “REC SETUP” and then “SELF. /INT.”. Options will be next to SELF. /INT. : “OFF” is be-ing highlighted. 3. Use the Select dial to choose “INT.”, and then press the Select dial. You can now set the recording interval. 4. Turn the Select dial to sele...

Page 89 - Press the MENU button to switch off the; Manually Focusing Subject during Still Recording

89 Recording Stills The menu screen for setting record mode will berestored, and “SELF. 0:10” has been specified for“SELF. /INT. ”. 4. Press the MENU button to switch off the menu screen. You can also check that self-timer has been set byreviewing the on-screen information. 5. Press the PHOTO button...

Page 90 - With manual focus, you do not need to press the PHOTO button half way.

90 chapter 3_Recording “FOCUS” will appear on the screen. Tip: • Pressing FOCUS will alternate between manual focus and auto focus. With auto focus, no indication willappear on the screen. 2. While monitoring the subject image on the screen, turn the Select dial to adjust the focus. 3. When the subj...

Page 91 - Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings; the DVD camcorder alone.

91 Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings You can immediately play back images recorded on the DVD camcorder, with the DVD camcorder alone. The built-in Disc Navigation tool allows you to do simple movie work with the DVD camcorder alone, such as attaching titles, creating special effect...

Page 92 - Playing Back; Buttons Used for Playback

92 Playing Back ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Buttons Used for Playback With this DVD camcorder, operations similar to those with conventional camcordersusing tape, such as playback, rewind, fast forward, pause, are available. ( 1) Playback/pause b...

Page 93 - Immediately Checking Recorded Scene; You can check your recording immediately on the spot.; in the recording pause status.; to temporarily stop playback.; • Pressing; Tips

93 Playing Back ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Immediately Checking Recorded Scene You can check your recording immediately on the spot. 1. Press in the recording pause status. The DVD camcorder will enter the playback mode,and playback will start f...

Page 94 - Searching for Scene You Want to Play Back; once during playback.; once during playback to return to the

94 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings 1 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Searching for Scene You Want to Play Back 1. Press once during playback. The DVD camcorder will skip to the start of thefollowing scene, and start playb...

Page 95 - Search and slow playback speeds; Searching for an Image You Wish to View; or; Speed

95 Playing Back Search and slow playback speeds • Scenes are limited to those re- corded on this DVD camcorder. • Speeds in this table are only for re f e r e n c e : T h e s p e e d m a y b eslower during operation. • In forward slow, a rapidly moving subject image may be distorted. • In reverse sl...

Page 96 - Press; When the image you want appears, press; • Hold down

96 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Frame Advance/Frame Back/Slow Playback 1. During playback pause, press the button once: Picture will advance oneframe. Press once: Picture will go back ...

Page 97 - On-Screen Information During Playback; Switching On-screen Information Display On or Off; appear. The playback indicator

97 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ On-Screen Information During Playback Various types of information on recording will be superimposed on playback pictureyou are viewing in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. Switching On-screen Information Displ...

Page 98 - Using Disc Navigation; Structure of Data Recorded on This DVD Camcorder; when the shutter opens once with interval recording).; Functions Available with Disc Navigation; Disc Navigation makes it possible to do the following:; Display Thumbnails

98 Using Disc Navigation Disc Navigation is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD camcorder. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Structure of Data Recorded on This DVD Camcorder Movies and stills recorded using this DVD camcorder will be stored ...

Page 100 - Starting Disc Navigation; To terminate Disc Navigation:; button to terminate; First Screen when Disc Navigation is Activated

100 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings Caution: • Disc Navigation thumbnail screen, skip and title attached to each scene, and special effects (fade, wipe and B/W) are original functions of this DVD camcorder, and they do not conform to the DVD videorecording standard: Note...

Page 101 - Buttons used for operating Disc Navigation

101 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Buttons used for operating Disc Navigation Disc Navigation can be operated using either the buttons or select dial on either theDVD camcorder or remote control: Here is the explanation for using the buttons onthe...

Page 102 - The Disc Navigation menu screen will appear.

102 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Selecting Scenes from a Specific Day(Selecting Program) If there are many scenes on a disc, editing may be easier if you select scenes from aspecific d...

Page 103 - way as in thumbnail display of all programs.

103 The thumbnails of the scenes on selected dateonly will appear. Cautions: • The recording date will automatically be the title of the program.• Even if date is reset (see p. 52), the titles that have already been set and the display order will not change. • When a specific program is selected and...

Page 104 - Selecting a Scene; while the thumbnail display screen is being displayed.; • You can also press; Selecting Multiple Scenes Together; “SHIFT” will appear at the bottom right of screen.

104 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Selecting a Scene 1. Press while the thumbnail display screen is being displayed. The selected scene will be shadowed in blue. This is called a “cursor”....

Page 105 - Press the cursor button to move the cur-; To release multiple selection, press the SHIFT button again.; Selecting Scenes using Menu Screen; Select the scene that you want to set to the beginning or end of the

105 3. Press the cursor button to move the cur- sor to the last scene in the range youwant to select. Tip: • You can also select scenes in reverse from the last scene in the range. To release multiple selection, press the SHIFT button again. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...

Page 106 - Playing Back Selected Scenes using Disc Navigation

106 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings 4. Choose “All” to specify all scenes, choose “Start → current” to specify the scene the cursor is designating and pre-ceding scenes, or “Current → end” to specify the scene the cursor is designat-ing and following scenes, and thenpres...

Page 107 - • All buttons used for playback are available for repeat play.

107 2. “PLAY” is being highlighted: Press to display the menu screen for setting play-back. 3. “Repeat Play” is being highlighted: Press the ENTER button. Playback will start from the selected scene.If one scene has been selected: When playback of the last scene is finished,playback of all scenes wi...

Page 108 - Deleting Scenes using Menu Screen; The screen for verifying deletion will appear.

108 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Deleting Scenes using Menu Screen 1. Select a scene to be deleted, and press the MENU button to dis- play the Disc Navigation menu screen. 2. Press to ch...

Page 109 - the time remaining indicator.; Select a scene and press the DELETE button.; A skip mark “; Releasing Skip; Select the scene you want to release skipping for, and press the

109 Cautions: • With still recording, the DVD camcorder will simultaneously record two types of still: A still to be played back on DVD camcorder and a still to be used on PC. However, the above deletion function will deleteonly stills to be played back on DVD camcorder. • If the time of deleted sce...

Page 110 - Setting or Releasing Skip using Menu Screen; Tip; • Skip will not operate if you press

110 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings 2. Press to choose “Cancel skip”, and then press the ENTER button. After the proceeding message is displayed, skip-ping of the selected scene will be released, andthe thumbnail display screen will be restored (theskip mark will disappe...

Page 111 - Attaching Title; You can attach a title of up to 20 characters to a scene.

111 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Attaching Title You can attach a title of up to 20 characters to a scene. 1. Select the scene for title attachment, and press the MENU button to display the Disc Navigation menu screen. You can also specify a range...

Page 112 - For example, input “TOM 2000” using the following procedure:; Press the DISPLAY button to display; “T” will appear on the left end of title input box.; Choose “space” and press the ENTER button.

112 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings For example, input “TOM 2000” using the following procedure: 4. Press the DISPLAY button to display Mode 1. Use the cursor keys to choose“T”, and then press the ENTER button. “T” will appear on the left end of title input box. 5. Keepi...

Page 113 - The message for verification will appear.; The last character will be deleted.

113 9. The message for verification will appear. Choose “Yes” and press the ENTER but-ton. A f t e r t h e p ro c e e d i n g m e s s a g e a p p e a r s , t h ethumbnail display screen will be restored. The entered title will appear at the bottom right ofscreen. Tips: • To delete any characters you...

Page 114 - Adding Special Effects; The screen for setting special effects will appear.

114 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Adding Special Effects Special effects refer to effects to be added when scenes are switched, such as fade,wipe, B/W, etc. You can add different effects ...

Page 115 - After selecting effects for “IN” and; when in the recording pause status.

115 5. After selecting effects for “IN” and “OUT”, choose “Set”, and then press theENTER button. A f t e r t h e p ro c e e d i n g m e s s a g e a p p e a r s , t h ethumbnail display screen will be restored. The scenes for which special effects have been setwill be attached with marks “ ”, “ ”. Ti...

Page 116 - Dividing Movies; Playback of the selected scene will start.; for the scene before dividing it.

116 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Dividing Movies You can divide a scene into two parts. To delete unnecessary portion of scene, firstdivide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary por...

Page 117 - Combining Multiple Scenes; the last scene will be chosen.

117 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Combining Multiple Scenes You can combine multiple scenes into one, and you can also combine divided scenesto restore the original scene.Be sure to select multiple scenes when combining. 1. Select multiple scenes b...

Page 118 - Displaying Information using Disc Navigation

118 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Displaying Information using Disc Navigation You can display various information on a scene: the recording date/time and length,set memo and special effe...

Page 119 - Creating New Play List

119 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Creating New Play List 1. Display the thumbnails of the scenes you want to add to the play list. If you create a play list of scenes recorded on a specific day, display only thescenes for that day, referring to “Se...

Page 120 - to select the scene from the; Adding Scenes to Play List; Display the thumbnails of the scenes you want to add to the play

120 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings 6. Press to select the scene from the upper row and press the ENTER button:It will be copied to the lower row. Repeat this to copy desired scenes to the lowerrow. The scenes in the play list will be played backin the order of scenes th...

Page 121 - The edited play list will be displayed with thumbnails.

121 3. Choose “Play List”, “Edit”, and then press the ENTER button. The menu screen for selecting play list will ap-pear. 4. Select the number of the play list to which you want to add scenes, and thenpress the ENTER button. A screen for editing a play list will appear, and thethumbnails of the scen...

Page 122 - Selecting Play List To Be Played or Edited; Press the MENU button to display the Disc Navigation menu; will play back all scenes in the se-; Playing back play list

122 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Selecting Play List To Be Played or Edited To play or edit the created play list, first select it and then display it with thumbnails.During playback you...

Page 123 - Editing play list; You can perform the following for the play list being displayed:; Operating play lists:; Delete scenes from play list:; Attaching Title to Play List; display the Disc Navigation menu.; The screen for setting titles will appear.

123 Editing play list You can perform the following for the play list being displayed: Operating play lists: Attach titles: See p. 123. Delete play lists: See p. 124 Operating individual scenes in play list: Delete scenes from play list: See p. 108 Set or release skip: See p. 109, 110 Attach title: ...

Page 124 - The play list thumbnail display will be restored.; Deleting Play List; The screen for verification will appear.

124 chapter 4_Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings 3. After entering the title, choose “Enter” and press the ENTER button. 4. Choose "Yes" for verifying message, and press the ENTER button. The play list thumbnail display will be restored. Tip: • The registered title can be cha...

Page 125 - Message

125 Trouble Messages A message may appear while you are operating the DVD camcorder. If a messageappears, refer to the following table and take appropriate corrective action. Message Control info. error Disc error No more scenesPaly List was deletedWrite protectedCheck cartridge No charge in battery...

Page 129 - DVD Camcorder Settings

129 DVD Camcorder Settings Switching operating sound on or off ................................. 130Releasing power save/changing off time ........................... 131Changing display format of date and time ......................... 132Initializing all settings to defaults .........................

Page 130 - Switching Operating Sound On or Off; Use the Select dial to choose “OTHER; BEEP

130 Switching Operating Sound On or Off This DVD camcorder will generate sound when the POWER or REC button is pressedor other operations are engaged. If you do not need operating sound, you can switchit off. 1. Press the MENU button in the recording pause status to display the menu screen. 2. Use t...

Page 131 - Releasing Power Save/Changing Off Time; Use the select dial to choose “OTHER

131 Releasing Power Save/Changing Off Time Releasing Power Save/Changing Off Time When the recording pause status continues for 5 minutes, the DVD camcorder willautomatically go off to prevent the battery from being discharged. If 5 minutes is tooshort for you, you can change the auto power off time...

Page 132 - Changing Display Format of Date and Time; Use the Select dial to choose “DATE; Display format

132 Changing Display Format of Date and Time You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year, day/month/year oryear/month/day. Associated with the selected date display, the time display formatwill also change as follows: 1. Press the MENU button in the recording pause status to dis...

Page 133 - Initializing All Settings to Defaults; “BACK” will be highlighted.; Turn the Select dial to choose “OK”, and

133 Initializing All Settings to Defaults Initializing All Settings to Defaults You can restore all camera menu settings to defaults (initial settings at the factory).(The date and time will not be reset.) 1. Press the MENU button in the recording pause status to display the menu screen. 2. Use the ...

Page 134 - System Reset; Turn the DVD camcorder off, and detach the battery or AC adapter/; List of setting items:; Item

134 System Reset If the DVD camcorder does not operate normally, perform “System Reset”: The DVDcamcorder may recover to normal. “System Reset” will reset all settings to factorydefaults. The date and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again beforeusing the DVD camcorder. 1. Turn the DVD...

Page 135 - Press the DISC NAVIGATION button in the recording pause status.; The menu screen concerning the disc will appear.; “Capacity” is being highlighted: Press

135 Checking Remaining Free Space on DVD-RAM Disc Checking Remaining Free Space on DVD-RAM Disc You can find out how long you will be able to record on one side of disc. 1. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button in the recording pause status. 2. Press the MENU button. The Disc Navigation menu screen will ...

Page 136 - Initializing DVD-RAM Disc; initialize the disc by mistake.; After recognition of the disc is complete, press the DISC NAVIGA-

136 Initializing DVD-RAM Disc When using DVD-RAM disc for AV applications, it must be initialized: If you want toerase all data of recorded disc and reuse it, you can initialize it rather than delete thedata. Cautions: • If a DVD-RAM disc is initialized, all the recorded movies and stills will be er...

Page 137 - press; The message for verifying initialization will appear.

137 Initializing DVD-RAM Disc 4. Press to Choose "Disc", and then press to display the menu screen concerning disc. 5. Press to choose “Format Disc”, and then press the ENTER button. The message for verifying initialization will appear. 6. Choose “Yes” and press the ENTER but- ton. When init...

Page 138 - Updating Control Information

138 Updating Control Information Disc Navigation in this DVD camcorder processes the information on scenes in aunique manner. If you use some other device to edit the video data on the DVD-RAMdisc recorded on this DVD camcorder, a mismatch will occur in the control informa-tion that may disable corr...

Page 139 - and transferring the data on DVD-RAM disc to your PC.

139 Connecting DVD Camcorder to OtherDevices This section explains the methods for connecting to AV devices such as TV, and transferring the data on DVD-RAM disc to your PC. Viewing on TV screen ...................................................... 140Recording image from other AV devices ............

Page 140 - Connecting to a TV; move the DVD camcorder away from TV.; Viewing on TV Screen; Turn the TV on and set the input selector to “VCR” whichever; Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input.

140 To input jacks of TV AUDIO/VIDEOEXT.MIC DIGITAL S V I D E O Viewing on TV Screen Connect this DVD camcorder to a TV and you can play back the recorded video ormonitor the video being recorded on the TV screen. This is also useful when editing orplaying back with Disc Navigation. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ...

Page 141 - Switching On-Screen Information Off

141 Viewing on TV Screen Tip: • The infrared remote control is useful when operating the DVD camcorder while viewing an image on TV screen. However, if you use a Hitachi VCR, the remote control may inadvertentlyoperate the VCR if it is near the DVD camcorder. To prevent this, set the remote control ...

Page 142 - Recording Image from Other AV Devices; Connecting to Other AV Device; • You cannot record a movie or still without inputting an image.

142 Recording Image from Other AV Devices You can transfer any image recorded on videotape, etc. to the DVD camcorder via theAV input/output jack, and record it on DVD-RAM disc. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Connecting to Other AV Device Use the ...

Page 144 - following cannot be recorded on this DVD camcorder:; Information when Displaying Externally Input Image

144 chapter 6_Connecting DVD Camcorder to Other Devices Cautions • Recording of most images is prohibited by the copy-guard signal to protect the copyright, except for images recorded on camcorders for personal enjoyment. These images cannot be recorded on this DVDcamcorder:Typical copyright protect...

Page 145 - Changing Method for Recording Stills; high image quality. FRAME suits recording of less moving video.; Reviewing still recording format

145 Recording Image from Other AV Devices ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Changing Method for Recording Stills You can switch the method for recording stills of externally input images betweenFIELD and FRAME. The DVD camcorder can record an external ...

Page 146 - Transferring Data to PC; When using the PC connection software; Utilizing recorded stills:

146 Transferring Data to PC There are several ways to transfer the data recorded on this DVD camcorder to PC. When using the PC connection software Using the PC connection software, you can utilize stills recorded on this DVDcamcorder, on Windows 98 PC (note 1). Utilizing recorded stills: This DVD c...

Page 147 - Conditions in which PC connection software can be used:; power the DVD camcorder.

147 Conditions in which PC connection software can be used: • Windows 98 preinstalled PC • IBM PC/AT compatible PC • Equipped with USB port in standard • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive provided The following hardware requirements are recommended for smooth use:• Pentium II, Pentium III, Celeron with clock ...

Page 148 - Connecting to PC; Display in information LCD monitor

148 chapter 6_Connecting DVD Camcorder to Other Devices ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Connecting to PC Use the PC connection cable to connect this DVD camcorder to PC as follows: Display in information LCD monitor When the DVD camcorder is connec...

Page 149 - Subsidiary Information

149 Subsidiary Information Cleaning ......................................................................... 150Trouble messages ............................................................ 151Troubleshooting ............................................................... 153Major specifications .....

Page 150 - Cleaning; Cleaning LCD screen and lens:

150 Cleaning Be sure to turn the POWER switch off before cleaning this DVD camcorder. Cleaning LCD screen and lens: Use dry, soft cloth to wipe dirt off. When cleaning the LCD screen, be careful not touse force, scratch it, or subject it to impact: Doing such could cause a defect in thescreen, resul...

Page 154 - Symptom

chapter 7_Subsidiary Information Symptom Reference page Check to see Correction 154 No image appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. Battery weakens fast . Battery cannot be charged. Is DVD camcorder connected to PC using PC connec- tion cable? Does DVD camcorder stop at the end of the scene...

Page 162 - Specifications of DZ-ACP1 AC Adapter/Charger

162 chapter 7_Subsidiary Information Dimensions (W x H x D) Operating temperature (humidity) Storage temperature Weight Total weight when recording Provided accessories approx. 3-1/16” x 4-1/4” x 6-9/16” (78 x 108 x 166 mm) (excluding hood and projections) 32-104 ° F (0-40 ° C) (less than 80%). 32-1...

Page 163 - Index; Number

163 Display Information LCD ...................... 63, 148 Liquid crystal display ......... 62, 97, 144 Scene information ......................... 118 Thumbnail ..................................... 100 Thumbnails in play list ................... 122 Viewfinder ......................... 62, 97, 144...

Page 166 - DIAL TOLL FREE; Hitachi America, Ltd. Home Electronics Division

166 To locate an authorizedHITACHI service facility inthe continental U.S.A. 7 days a week, 24 hours a day DIAL TOLL FREE 1 - 8 0 0 - 4 4 8 - 2 2 4 4 For U.S.A. only Hitachi America, Ltd. Home Electronics Division Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your ...

Page 167 - Power Supplies

167 Introduction to Optional Accessories ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ Power Supplies DZ-BP16 battery: 7.2 V/1600 mAh DZ-BP28 battery: 7.2 V/2800 mAh Introduction to Optional Accessories

Page 168 - To Order in the United States; By Phone; FOR AUTHORIZED HITACHI SERVICE FACILITY IN CANADA; Please consult the following telephone number:; during business hours; Saturday

168 To Order in the United States ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ By Phone 1-800-HITACHI(1-800-448-2244) FOR AUTHORIZED HITACHI SERVICE FACILITY IN CANADA Please consult the following telephone number: Hitachi Canada Ltd. Digital Media Division1-800-...

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