Hitachi DZ GX5020A User Manual DIGITAL CAMCORDER Manuals And Guides L0703120

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DZ-GX5080A
DZ-GX5020A/DZ-GX5000A

instruction

manual

Toobtain the best performance and ensure years
of trouble-free use, please read this entire
instruction manual.
Mode d'emploi
Des performances optimales et un fonctionnement
_t long terme seront assures en appliquant les
presentes instructions apr_s avoir enti_rement lu
ce mode d'emploi.

Manual

de instrucciones

Para obtener el mejor funcionamiento y asegurar
muchos a[ios de utilizaci6n exenta de problemas,
lea todo este manual de instrucciones.

Important Information
For Your Safety
The power switch turns the DVD video camera/recorder on and off, leaving ft_edate/time feature unaffected. If the
camera/recorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off.

WARNING:

TO
EXPOSE
PREVENT
THIS FIRE
UNIT OR
TO SHOCK
RAIN ORHAZARD,
MOISTURE.
DO NOT

WARNING:

RECOMMENDED
ONLY. USE THE
TO
PREVENT FIREACCESSORIES
OR SHOCK HAZARD,

BE SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
CHARGER (DZ-ACS3).
The DVD video camera/recorder
adapter/charger
marks.

and AC

Identifications

of caution marks

have the following caution

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

uninsulated
within
This symbol voltage
warns the
user the
that 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.

Jl_

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

to axoid any

Precautions
WARNING: Many television programs and films
are copyrighted.
In certain circumstances,
copyright law may apply to private in-home
videotaping
of copyrighted
materials.
This Class B digital apparatus
Canadian
ICES-003.

complies

with

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

I LASER
CLASS PRODUCT
1

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.

Warning: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to tile following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept
any interference
received, including interference
that nray cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with tile limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
_rotection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.
This equipment
generates, uses,
tnd can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions,
may cause hamfful interference
to radio conrmunications.
Howevel, there is no
guarantee
that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct by one or more of the following
iTleasllres_

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
Connect the equipment
into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
connected.
Consult

the dealer or an experienced

radio/TV

.'aution to the user: Changes or modifications
the user's authority to operate the equipment.

technician
not expressly

the receiver

for help.
approved

by the manufacturer

void

Microsoft 4_,Windows <_,Windows 4_Me, Windows co2000 Professional,
and Windows v/XP are
registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation.
Windows Vista Ts_is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
lntel _, Pentium coProcessol, and Celeron O Processor are registered trademarks
of lntel Corporation.
Macintosh is a trademark
of Apple Compute1, Inc.
IBM <_and PC/AT _: are registered trademarks
of International
Business Machines Corporation.
Manufactured
under license from DoIby 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
compan_
SD logo is a trademark.

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.

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus

Clean onlywith

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

near water.

dry cloth.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories
manufacturer.

Use 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 .....

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord 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.

The 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.

The equipment (AC Adapter/Charger)
shall be
used near the socket-outlet and shall be easily
accessible.

specified

by the

Cautions

When

Handle

crystal

the liquid

Using
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/recordel_
Liquid

crystal

display

(LCD) and viewfinder:

• The LCD screen and viewfinder
are the products of highly precise technolog_
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 colored 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 temperahlre
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:
viewfinder
or LCD monitor could detach and the DVD video camera/recorder
may fall.
Do not subject

the DVD video

camera/recorder

The

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 whel_ it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.
No sand

or dustt

• Fine sand or dust entering
malfunctions
or defects.
No water

the DVD video camera/recorder

could cause

or oil!

• Water or oil entering
shock, malfunctions
Heat on surface

the DVD video camera/recorder
or defects.

or AC adapter/charger

could cause electric

of product:

• The surfaces of the DVD video camera/recordel,
warm, but this does not indicate a fault.
Screen

or AC adapter/charger

on connected

AC adapter/charger

and battery

will be slightly

TV:

• Never leave the disc navigation sc]_en, 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 104"F (40;'C) or
under 32°F (0"C) will result in abnormal recording/playback.
• Take care that the temperature
of this DVD video camera/recorder,
when connected to PC does
not rise excessively (reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 86"F (30_'C)).
• 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.

• If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD video camera/recorder
couM malfunction
or a fire could occur.
Do not point directly at the sun:
• 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

Do not expose

camera/recorder

the DVD video

• Thick soot or steam could

camera/recorder

damage

Do not use the DVD video

could malfunction.
to soot

or steam:

the DVD video camera/recorder

camera/recorder

near

corrosive

case or cause malhmctions.
gas:

• If the DVD video camera/recorder
is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated
by gasoline 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 normall)_ 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 CO lens cleaner:

• (leaning
the lens is not necessary when using this DVD video camera/recorder
in the usual way.
• Using 8 cnr 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 morn or
vehicle
condensation
(vapor in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens
and/or inside the DVD video camera/recordel_
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/monitol_
If you use it for a long continuous period of time, the temperature
of DVD video
camera/recorder
could exceed the linrit 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.

Do not turn the DVD video camera/recorder
CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking:

off while the ACCESS/PC indicator or

• The ACCESS/PC
or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or
blinking to show that data is being written to disc o1"card,
or being read from it. At this time, do not do anv of the
following, so as not to damage the data:
- Remove battery
Disconnect AC adapter/charger
- Plug or unplug PC connection cable
- Remove disc or card

ACCESS/PC
indicator

Subject DVD video camera/recorder
to severe
vibrations or impact
- Violently open or close the LCD monitor
The ACCESS/PC
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/PC
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 129).
Do not wipe the DVD video

camera/recorder

case

CARD ACCESS indicator

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 irlstructions.
Also read the instructions
• For optional

accessories,

The battery

provided

attached

observe

with optional

the cautions

has not been charged

Disc cannot

be inserted

is connected

or removed

unless

to the DVD video

Be sure to set the power
recorder
off:

switch

Do not bring
recorder:

attached.

(see page 25).
is produced so that it discharges

a charged

battery

on its own

or AC adapter/

camera/recorder.

to "OFF"

• Disconnecting
the battery or AC adapter/charger
powered could cause a fault.

nranuals

at time of purchase:

• Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder
• The battery will discharge as time passes. (The battery
in order to protect its characteristics.)

charger

accessories:

and follow instruction

when

turning

the DVD video

camera/

while the DVD video camera/recorder

your eyes near the LED light when

using

the DVD video

is being

camera/

• Do not turn the LED light on with your eyes near it. Also, be sure not to look directly into the light
emitting portion when the LED light is turned on: Doing so could cause visual disordel, such as
decreased sight. And especially: Do not record small children at close-up distance with the LED
light turned on.

Cautions

When

Storing

Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder
very high for a long period of time:

in a place

where

the temperature

• 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
heatel_
Do not store
or in a dusty

the DVD video
place:

camera/recorder

in a place

where

the humidity

is high

• Dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder
could cause malfunctions.
If the humidity
is high,
the lens could be moldy, 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
magnetism or intense vibrations:
• This could cause malfunctions.

in a place subject to strong

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
trial recording.

that you use DVD-RAM

Do not use the DVD video

camera/recorder

• This DVD video camera/recorder
The recorded

contents

disc from which recorded

cannot

is designed

for professional
and produced

be compensated

contents

can be deleted

for

applications:

for home-use

recording

and playback.

for:

• Hitachi cannot compensate
for any damages caused when rocording is not made normally or
recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD video camera/recordei?
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 lvsponsible 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.

CLEANING
Be sure to set the power switch to "OFF" before cleaning this DVD video camera/recorder.

OCleaning
lens

LCD screen and camera

Use dr), 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.

ODo 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.

Oil 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.

HANDLING DISCS
OUsing discs

When

Discs are very delicate recording media.
Carefully read the following cautions and
observe thenr:

the DVD _ideo camera/
recorder may axoid the
portions of disc where
recording is not possible,
due to dust, scratches,

• 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
Block noise in playback
image
Momentary
stop of
playback inrage
- Sound interrupted
during
playback,

or abnormal

images,
*
_

etc. [It will pause •11 at
such a portion and
automatically
restart

mav occur:

001,002

(Recording one scene
may produce multiple
thumbnails.)

recording (• I1EC).]
This will cause recording to be interrupted
several seconds to several minutes, and

for

nmltiple thumbnails
will be created by one
rocording 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/

Block noise

sound

Blue thumbnail

]

display* (Fig. 1)
Disc cannot correctly

recorder, and disc itself, may be hot.

OStoring

be recognized
- Disc cannot be
initialized
Delay between video
and audio

recordin_

_q
Fig. 1

Even if disc is normal, the above phenomena
may occasionally occur. While the ACCESS/
PC 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 envirorlrnent where
condensation is likely to occur_

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
While there is heat from a heater, etc.

DISC CLEANING
Use tile 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 (thinnel, ware1, 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).

Read

This

Use the disc cleaning
cloth to clean from inner
to outer edges in axial
direction.

First

To guide you, we have included following five chapters.
• The section on "Setups" explains how to set
up the DVD video camera/recorde],
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 finalizing DVD-RW/DVD-R/
+RW disc and initializing DVD-RAM/DVDRW/+RW disc.
• The section on "Connecting
to PC" explains
the contents of pl_wided CD-ROM (DZGXS080A) and how to install the software
included.

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 infornration
you use
most often.

• "Subsidiary
Information"
introduction
to products
troubleshooting.

Playing Back ....................................................

includes an
sold separately,

and

• A detailed table of contents directing you to
specific information
quickly (see pages 12 14).
Get to know your DVD video camera/recorder by
using this manual, and get to know Hitachi. We
appreciate your business.
Quick

Index

Available Discs .................................................

Recording

Movie ..............................................

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

104

Connecting to PC ...........................................

108

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 viewfindel_
It is possible to switch
(see page 32).

the language

in the on-screen

Functions Available with Disc Navigation ......... 74

display

of this DVD video camera/recorder

About

This

Manual

eDisplays

in this manual

Understand
that tile displays
tile LCD screen.

eNotation

are different

from those vou will actually

or on

of cancel button

Press tile STOP/EXIT button to stop your operation
preceding one. The expression "press the • button"

e_,

see in the viewfinder

and _

midway, or return the menu scroen to the
will be used in this text.

marks beside headings

Some functions of this DVD video canrera/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
llse.

elllustrations

in this manual

Although the external appearances
of DZ-GXB080A/GXS020A/GXS000A
are differont,
of operating
these models is identical.
The illustrations
of DZ-GXS080A are used for the explanation
in this text.

the method

Table

of Contents

Important Information .........................................

For Your Safety ..................................................
Precautions ........................................................

2
2

IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

........... 4

Cautions When Using ........................................

Cautions When Storing ......................................

Suggestions and Restrictions ............................ 8
CLEANING ............................................................9
HANDLING DISCS................................................9
DISC CLEANING................................................. 10
Read This First ................................................
10

Initial

Settings

..................................................

(LANGUAGE) ...................................................
RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS

(RESET) ...........................................................
TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF

(RECORD LED) ................................................
CHANGING SETTING OF
DEMONSTRATION
..........................................

LCD/EVF

Setup

...............................................

About This Manual ...........................................

Table of Contents ............................................

Checking Provided Accessories ......................
Names of Parts ................................................

15
16

ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN
(LCD BRIGHTNESS) AND VIEWFINDER
(EVF BRIGHTNESS) ........................................
ADJUSTING COLOR DENSITY

(COLOR LEVEL) ..............................................
ALWAYS DISPLAYING IMAGE IN
VIEWFINDER ...................................................

Setups
Demonstration

Function

...................................

Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/Recorder..
HOLDING DVD VIDEO
CAMERA/RECORDER
.....................................

22
22

NOTES ON FINALIZATION
................................ 22
EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE USED
ON THIS DVD VIDEO CAMERA/
RECORDER .....................................................
23
AVAILABLE CARDS ............................................
23
COMMON CAUTIONS FOR DISC AND CARD ............ 23
Preparations

for Power

Supply

........................

USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER
......................
Setting

24
24

Up the Battery ......................................

CHARGING BATTERY ........................................
ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO
CAMERA/RECORDER
.....................................
REMOVING BATTERY .......................................
BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR,..,,.

EFFICIENT

USE OF BATTERY ..........................

Turning
DVD Video Camera/Recorder
On and Off .....................................................
VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR
SCREEN ...........................................................
VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH
VIEWFINDER ...................................................
Setting

Date

and Time .....................................

26
26
28

34
35
35

Inserting

and Removing

Disc ...........................

Inserting

and Removing

Card ..........................

Basic Techniques
Recording

Movie ..............................................

Recording

Stills ................................................

Swift Restart of Recording
(SLEEP/RESTART
button)
Recording

using

Checking
Zooming

30
31

............................

Light

only) ..................................

Information

INFORMATION
RECORDING

....................................

DISPLAY DURING
....................................................

Flow of Menu

...................................

...........................................................

42
43
43
48
50

MACRO RECORDING ........................................
50
RECORDING SUBJECTS FOR STRONGER
WIDE-ANGLE OR TELEPHOTO EFFECT ....... 51
Manually

Focusing

FOCUSING
Adjusting

Using

Subject

DURING

Brightness

(Exposure)

Setting
30

LED

(for DZ-GX5080A
On-Screen

..............................

RECORDING ....................

of Image

to be recorded

.....................................................

Compensating

CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND
TIME .................................................................
31

33
34

ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP ...................... 19
ATTACHING LENS CAP .....................................
20
Discs and Cards ..............................................
21
AVAILABLE DISCS .............................................
INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC .......................

SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF
(BEEP) ..............................................................
32
TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
OFF AUTOMATICALLY
(POWER SAVE) ........ 32
CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE

Full Auto

for Backlight
Function

Up Camera

.............................

..................................

Functions

..........................

54
54
55
56

SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH
THE SUBJECT
(SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE) .............. 56
RECORDING DARK SUBJECTS USING LCD
MONITOR LIGHT .............................................
57
ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE) .......... 57
USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER
(EIS) ..................................................................
59

RECORDING SUBJECT USING LARGE
MAGNIFICATION
(DIGITAL ZOOM) ................ 69
REDUCING WIND NOISE DURING RECORDING
(MIC.FILTER) ...................................................
69
Setting Up Record Functions
...........................
SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY
(VIDEO MODE) ................................................
SETTING TO WIDE TV SCREEN MODE
(16:9 MODE) .....................................................
SWITCHING QUALITY OF STILL IMAGE
(QUALITY) ........................................................
SELF-TIMER .......................................................
SETTING ON-SCREEN
DISPLAY OUTPUT
ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT) ...........................

60
60
61
63
63
64

Disc Navigation
Using Disc Navigation
......................................
STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC
NAVIGATION ....................................................
PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION
SCREEN ...........................................................
ADJUSTING VOLUME DURING PLAYBACK.....
PLAYING BACK LATEST RECORDED
SCENE .............................................................
DELETING LAST RECORDED SCENE ..............
CAPTURING PHOTO ..........................................
SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE .......................
FRAME ADVANCE/FRAME
BACK/SLOW
PLAYBACK OF MOVIE ....................................
SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE ..............................
PLAYING BACK STILLS .....................................
JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO) ........
INFORMATION
DISPLAY DURING
PLAYBACK .......................................................
SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES ......................
SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES
TOGETHER ......................................................
FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC
NAVIGATION ....................................................
UNDERSTANDING
FLOW OF DISC
NAVIGATION MENU ........................................
Scene

...............................................................

DELETING SCENES (EDIT- DELETE) .............
DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT- DIVIDE) ..................
COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES
(EDIT - COMBINE) ..........................................
ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES
(EDIT - MOVE) .................................................
DIRECTING SCENES EFFECTIVELY
(EFFECT - FADE) ............................................
PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES
(EFFECT - SKIP) .............................................
CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS
(EFFECT - THUMBNAIL) .................................
COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO
CARD (COPY) ..................................................
LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK) ..............
SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN
(SELECT) .........................................................
DISPLAYING INFORMATION USING MENU
SCREEN (DETAIL) ...........................................

65
65
67
67
68
68
69
69

Program ...........................................................
87
WHAT IS "PROGRAM"? ......................................
67
SWITCHING TO THUMBNAIL DISPLAY OF
SPECIFIC DATE (SELECT) ............................. 87
PLAYING BACK PROGRAM (PLAY) .................. 86
CHANGING TITLE OF PROGRAM (TITLE) ........ 86
Play List ...........................................................
WHAT IS "PLAY LIST"? .......................................

CREATING NEW PLAY LIST (CREATE) ............ 90
SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST
(SELECT) ..........................................................
91
PLAYING BACK A PLAY LIST (PLAY) ................ 91
ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST
(EDITING PLAY LIST) ......................................
92
DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST
(EDITING PLAY LIST) ......................................
93
ADDING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR
EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) ....................... 93
DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR
EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) ....................... 94
SELECTING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR
EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) ....................... 94
ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) _...95
CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE) ......... 96
DELETING PLAY LIST (DELETE) ....................... 96
Go To ..............................................................
97
TOP (END) ..........................................................

69
70
70
71
72
73
73
74
75
77
77
76
79
79
80
81
82
83
84
86

90
90

Disc or Card Management
..............................
97
INITIALIZING DISC OR CARD
(FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD) .................. 97
PROTECTING DISC FROM WRITING
(PROTECT DISC) .............................................
98
VERIFYING REMAINING FREE SPACE ON
DISC OR CARD (CAPACITY) ..........................
UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF

DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
(VR-MODE) DISC
(UPDATE CONTROL INFO.) ............................ 99
FINALIZING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
DISC
(FINALIZE DISC) ............................................
100
ADDITIONALLY
RECORDING ON FINALIZED
DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/+RW
(DISC UNFINALIZE) .......................................
101
Others ............................................................
102
DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS
INDEPENDENTLY
(CATEGORY) .................. 102
PLAYING BACK SCENES REPEATEDLY
(REPEAT PLAY) .............................................
102
PLAYING BACK WIDE-MODE
IMAGES ON
4;3 DISPLAY TV (TV TYPE) ........................... 103
SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF
STILLS) ...........................................................
103
Viewing on TV Screen ...................................
CONNECTING TO A TV ....................................
VIEWING ON TV SCREEN ...............................

104
104
105

Playback
on DVD Recorder/Player
...............
PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
(VR-MODE) DISC ...........................................
PLAYING BACK DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/DVD-R/
+RW DISC ......................................................

106
106
106

Recording

(Dubbing)

images

.........................

107

RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER
VIDEO DEVICES ............................................
107

Connecting

to PC (DZ-GX5080A)

Software Provided .........................................

108

Requirements

109

of available PC .......................

installing Software .........................................

110

Connecting to PC via PC Connection
Cable ...........................................................
113
USING DISC IN DVD DRIVE BUILT
INTO PC ......................................................... 116
BEFORE TERMINATING PC CONNECTION
(UNPLUGGING PC CONNECTION CABLE)/
CHANGING OVER POWER SWITCH .......... 117
Using ImageMixer 3 for Windows .................. 118
VIEWING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC
USING PC ...................................................... 118
CREATING DVD-VIDEO USING IMAGES
RECORDED ON DISC ................................... 119
Using ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for
DVDCAM .....................................................
122
VIEWING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC
USING MACINTOSH ...................................... 122
IMPORTING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC
INTO MACINTOSH......................................... 123
CREATING DVD-VIDEO USING IMAGES
RECORDED ON DISC ................................... 124
Uninstalling Software .....................................

126

Contact The Following ...................................

126

Cautions when connecting DVD video camera/
recorder te PC .............................................
127

Subsidiary

Information

introduction to Optional Accessories ............. 128
CAMERA ACCESSORIES ................................ 128
POWER SUPPLY.............................................. 128
Trouble Messages .........................................

129

Troubleshooting

.............................................

135

System Reset ................................................

142

Major Specifications .......................................
143
STORAGE CAPACITY OF DISC ...................... 145
SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS ................... 145
RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS)
ON CARD ....................................................... 145
TO Order in the United States ........................ 146
To Order in Canada .......................................

146

Index ..............................................................

147

Be sure to read the following before opening
the package of CD-ROM ............................. 149

Checking

Provided

Make sure that you have all the following accessories

Battery (model DZ-BPO7PW):
Portable power supply for this DVD video
camera/recorder.
Charge it before use.

Accessories
in package:

AC adapter/charger
(model DZ-ACS3):
Used to power the DVD video camera/
recorder from AC outlet, or charge battery.

DC power cord:
When powering the DVD video camera/
recorder from household AC outlet, use
this cord to connect the DVD video
camera/recorder

Power cable:
Connect between

household

AC outlet and

AC adapter/charger.

AV/S output cable:
Used when viewing the picture played back
on the DVD video camera/recorder
on TV
screen, or output video
device.

Lens cap and lens cap string:
Attach the lens cap when not recording,
protect the lens.

Software
to

to another

Shoulder strap:
Attach to the DVD video camera/recorder
to hang it from shoulder.

video

CD-ROM:

For DZ-GXS080A only.
Use this CD-ROM when connecting
DVD video camera/recorder
to PC.

and AC adapter/charger.

PC connection
the

cable:

For DZ-GX5080A only.
Use this cable when connecting
video camera/recorder
to PC.

the DVD

Disc cleaning cloth:
Always use this to clean discs.

Names

of Parts

(Inside the cover)

LED light (for DZ-GX5080A

only) (p. 42)

Lens cap string attachment

hole (p. 20)

Stereo microphone
Take care that tile nricrophone
is not blocked
by a hand, etc., during recording.

Recording
indicator (p. 33)
The red indicator will light during
Optical
(for
Optical
(for
(p. 50)

25x zoom lens
DZ-GX5000A only)
30x zoom lens
DZ-GX5080A/GX5020A

recording.

only)

Zoom lever {p. 50, 52, 67)
To adjust the zoom or volume.

PC connection terminal (TO PC) (for DZGX5080A only) (p. 113)

AV output jack (p. 104, 107)

Wide-screen color liquid crystal display
(inside) (p. 30)

Although the external appearances
of DZGXS080A, DZ-GXS020A and DZ-GX5000A are
different, the method of operating these
models is identical. DZ-GX5080A illustrations
are used in this manual.

10 Viewfinder

17 BATTERY EJECT button (p. 26)
Press this button when removing file batter}:

(p. 30)

11 Diopter control (p. 30)
To adjust the focus of image appearing
viewfindel_ (Pull out the viewfinder.)

in tile

18 Battery attachment
19 Record button

12 SLEEP/RESTART

status

beVween

indicator

(for DZ-GX5080A only)
ACCESS indicator (for DZ-GX5020A/
7,

20 LOCK switch (p. 39)
It is recommended
that you set the LOCK
switch to _!_(to the upper position) to prevent
the power switch in the "_lJl" position from
accidentally moving to "1_1".
21 Power switch (p. 29)

GX5000A only)
(pl

(REC) (p. 39)

button (p. 41)

To switch the sleep/restart
ON and OFE
13 ACCESS/PC

platform (p. 26)

39, 40)

22 Hand strap (p. 19)

Will blink or light when the disc in DVD
video camera/recorder
is accessed (write or
read is executed) or the DVD video camera/
recorder is connected to PC.
14 PHOTO button (p. 40)
15 DISC EJECT button (p. 36)
Press down and release this button
the cover of disc insertion block.

to open

16 Disc insertion block (p. 36)

23 FULL AUTO (p. 55)
To switch the DVD video camera/recorder
full automatic.
24 FOCUS button (p. 52)
To switch between manual

focus and auto-

fOCllS.

25 MENU button (p. 48, 78)
Press this button to display the menu for
setting camera functions and Disc
Navigation.

35 36

32 DISPLAY (Screen display) button(p. 43, 72)
to

Press this button to display the details of
image being played back or camera setting
status, or switch the display off.
33 CARD ACCESS indicator (p. 7, 40)
34 QUICK MENU buttons (p. 48)
To display only the functions that you
frequeently use (simple menus).

26 SELECT button (p. 73)

35 FINALIZE button (p. 100)
Press this button to finalize the recorded
DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW.

27 DISC NAVIGATION

36 Card insertion

button (p. 65)

28 STOP/EXIT button (p. 11,48, 68)
To end playback or cancel setting of metal.
29 EXPOSURE button (p. 54)
Press this button to adjust the exposure.

(p. 31,42, 48, 52, 54, 68, 69, 70)
Use these buttons to select a scene or m_nu item,

30 Speaker (p. 67)
31 RESET button (p. 142)
To reset all settings to defaults
the DVD video camera/recorder
shipped from the factory).

block (p. 38)

37 BLC (backlight compensation) button (p. 54)
Press this button when subject is being
lighted from rear.
38 _
/ _| / 41<1/ IH_ / I_/11 buttons

(status when
was

and fllen press the center (1_/||) to play back file
scene, or designlate an option from the menu.
These buttons are to adjust exposure or focus, and
switch flaeLED light (DZ-GXS080A) on and off.
39 Tripod threaded hole
Used to attach the DVD video camera/
recorder

to a tripod.

This section explains preparations
and battery.

Demonstration

for recording - setting up the DVD video camera/recorder

Function

This DVD video camera/recorder is equipped with a demonstration function.
The default at purchase time is "Auto", which will automatically start the demonstration
minutes after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on.

approx, three

Refer to "CHANGING SETTING OF DEMONSTRATION" on page 33 if
you wish to view the demonstration immediately or change the setting
to "Off".

I)V_
HITACHI
_,,spi_ the Ne*_

Setting

Up the

DVD

Video

Camera/Recorder

HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD video camera/recorder
up to the base of your thumb.
Put vour hand in a position where you can easily operate the REC button and the Zoom ]eve]_
Adjust the length of hand strap so that the DVD video camera/recorder
is stable when you press the
REC button with your thumb.

ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP

Be sure to pass through the 2 slots.

Pass the sheul(
the shoulder strap attachments.

ATTACHING LENS CAP

1 Attach

tile shorter

end of lens cap string

the lens cap.

2 Attach

the longer

attachment
recorder.

3 Push

hole

end

of lens

of DVD

_ideo

cap

string

to the

camera/

tile both sides of cap inward
it oxer tile lens.

er end

and attach

__Push

Note:
• Always keep the lens cap on when not using the DVD
video camera/recorder,
to protect the lens.
• When recording, attach the lens cap to the hand strap
by hooking the tab inside the cap onto strap for
comfortable shooting.

and fit

Discs

and Cards

The following
table lists the storage
camera/recorder
and the functions

media (discs and cards) that can
which are available
with them:

i_ii_l///!liiiiiiiii!!i/iiiiiii!ii!iiii/i/lli
iiiii/_i_il

be used on this DVD

video

I'...............................................................................
i _i_ii
iiiil!_ii_i
l_m,,,,_,_,_:_,_,,_,_,,_,_,_=j_
iiii/ii iilli[!iiiiii_i_ii!
iiii!!iiiii iiliili_D

To record video (p. 39)
To record photo (p. 40)
To delete image just
recorded (p. 68)
To select
(p. 77)

image and delete it

To edit image

(p. 78 - 79)

To play on other DVD players
and DVD recorders (p. 100)
To use new disc or new card
without

• "1

• "1"2

0*2

• "1"2

0*4

•

0*4

•

0*5

0_5

0*6

0*6*7

0*6

0*6*7

0*6

formatting

To initialize

and reuse (p. 97)

To additionally
finalized disc

record on

To edit copied
To playback
To create
PC °8

video on PC *8

DVD video using

O: Functions available; --: Not available
"1:
*2:
*3:
*4:

Playable on devices that conform to either 8 cm DVD-RAM, 8 cm DVD-RW (VR mode) or 8cm +RW.
Must be finalized. Cannot be played on some DVD players or DVD recorders.
Some DVD devices conform to SD memory card.
When media that are sold "formatted" are used. ff the initialization format differs, the media can be initialized
this DVD video camera/recorder and then used.

*5:
*6:
*7:
*8:

To additionally record, the finalized disc must be unfinalized.
The provided software is used.
Finalize the disc when editing/playing back on PC.
DZ-GXSO2OA/GXSOOOA eannot be connected to a PC.

AVAILABLE DISCS
_i

iU_abl

_iiscs_

DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm)

RA ,',.t

R A N4.7

DVD-RW
[Ver1.1 (8 cm) 2x speed (2x/1 x)]

2_1:X

on
Allows you to delete unnecessary scenes or edit
scenes.
Also allows you to record photos.
Allows you to choose the VR mode for deleting
unnecessary scenes or editing scenes, or the VF
mode in which deletion or editing is not possible, but
high compatibility with DVD players is provided "1
Provides high compatibility with DVD players "1. No
deletion or editing is possible.

DVD-R
for General Ver. 2.0 (8 cm)]

R
R4.7

+RW Ver. 1.2 (8 cm)

not
need to
be compatibility
finalized *2 Scenes
can
be deleted
Provides
high
with DVD
players
but does
UVD+R_WN_t,h_
immediately after being recorded.

"1 Playback on all DVD players is not guaranteed. The disc must be finalized before being played back on a DVD playe_
*2 Playback on all DVD players is not guaranteed.

This DVD video camera/recorder
can use only the 8-cm bare discs not packed in a square cartridge, square
caddy case or round DVD holder. The discs in a square cartridge, square caddy case o1"round DVD holder
can be used if the?, are removed from the package, but take great care not to dirty or scratch the bare disc.
Note:
• 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.

INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC
For optinrum recording on DVD-R disc, this DVD video camera/recorder
writes control data to the
disc in order to automatically
make adjustments
when it is inserted and ejected accompanying
recording. If the disc has no area to be written for adjustment,
recording may not be possible. To
prevent this, do not insert or eject a DVD-R disc accompanying
recording more than 100 tinres.
This DVD video camera/recorder
cannot record a DVD-R in the VR mode.

NOTES ON FINALIZATION
• Do not insert

a DVD-RW

(VF-mode)/DVD-R

disc recorded

on this DVD video camera/recorder

but not finalized,
into a recordable
device, such as a DVD recorder: The recorded
damaged (except for devices that allow playback of a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
finalized
on this DVD video camera/recorder).
• Use only DZ-GXS080A/GXS020A/GXS000A

to record on or finalize

a DVD-RW

data may be
disc not

(VF-nmde)/DVD-

R/+RW disc recorded on this DVD video camera/rocorder
but not finalized: Using any other
device could damage the data recorded on the disc.
• DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW discs edited and finalized on PC or those finalized on another DVD recorder may not be
playable on this DVD video camera /recorder, depending on the editing software used or recorded status of DVDRW/DVD-R/+RW disc.
• If you insert a DVD-R disc recorded on a DVD video camera/recorder
other than DZ-GXS080A/
GXS020A/GXS000A
and not finalized, the Disc Navigation screen will automatically
start, and no
recording can be done on the disc nor can it be finalized.
• Do not insert a DVD-R that was recorded by a DVD recorder manufactured by a company other than Hitachi,
and which has not been finalized, in this DVD video camera/recorder:
Doing so will make the disc unusable.

EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO
CAMERA/RECORDER
•
•
•
•
•
•

CD
CD-R
CD-RW
CD-ROM
DVD-ROM
DVD-Video

•
•
•
•
•
•

• DVD-R (4.7 GB) for Authoring

SD memory card carl be used on this DVD video
camera/recorder
(incompatible
with 2GB).
When using an exclusive adapter, a miniSD
memory card can be used in the same way as an
SD memory card. No SDHC card or nmltimedia
card can be used.

card

the designated

ones.

[_UUUUUU_

Be sure to perform trial
_
recording before recording
.Do not use cards other than
Do not touch the card
ternrina] or allow it to touch
metal.

I
I

[

[ I
I [
Terminal

• Do not paste anything other
than exclusive label on label pasting portion.
• Do not subject card to impact, bend or drop it.
• Do not disassemble
card or modify it.
• Do not expose card to water.
• Do not use or store card in the following
places:
Where the temperature
is high, such as in
vehicle at high temperatures,
under burning
sun

or near

a heater

Where humidity is high, or in dusty place
• When the erasure pl_vention
switch is locked,
no recording, deletion or editing will be
possible on the card: Only playback will be
possible.

Erasure prevention
switch

of 8 cm

Vel_ 2.0

AVAILABLE CARDS

OHandling

DVD-R DL (Dual Layer)
DVD-RW DL (Dual Layer)
+R DL (Double Layer)
+RW DL (Double Layer)
+R
Discs other than those with diameter

Locked status

COMMON CAUTIONS FOR DISC AND
CARD
• It is recommended
that you create a backup
file for valuable data on hard disk of PC.
• Do not do the following, or the data on disc or
card may be damaged or lost:
Do not remove the disc or card or turn DVD
video camera/recorder
off during reading or
writing of data
Do not use DVD video camera/rocorder
in a
place subject to static elechici_, or elechical noise
- Do not have printing done at a print lab or
DPE service
- Do not leave a disc unused in the DVD
video camera/recorder

for a long time

Note:
• This DVD video camera/recorder can play back image
data recorded on other digital cameras conforming to
the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard.
The range of image data playable on this DVD video
camera/recorder is that with pixels from 80 horizontal x
60 vertical to 4000 horizontal x 3000 vertical.
• DCF is an integrated image file format of digital
cameras: Image files can be used on all digital
devices conforming to DCE
• Image data edited on PC and certain types of image
data may not be visible on this DVD video camera/
recorder.
• The image data recorded on another device may not
be playable on this DVD video camera/recorder.

ONote when transferring or
discarding discs and memory cards
"Formatting"
or "deletion"
using the functions
of DVD video camera/recorder
or PC will
change only the file control information:
It will
not completely delete the data on disc or
memory card.
When transferring or discarding a disc or
nremory card, it is reconrmended
that you
physically destroy it or use deletion exclusive
software (generally available) to completely
delete the data on it. It is user's responsibility
to
control the data on disc and memory card.

Preparations

for Power

Supply

USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER

WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER

It is recommended
that you use the AC adapter/charger
from household
AC outlet when you perform settings
indoors.

to power the DVD video canrera/recorder
on it, play back or edit images, or use it

Note:
Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3)to power the DVD video camera/recorder. Using other
AC adapter/chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire.

Power cable

AC adapter/charger

DC power cord

1 Connect

tile power cable to AC adapter/

charger.

2 Plug
3 Plug
output

4 Attach

the power

cable into AC outlet.

one end of DC power cord into the DC
jack on AC adapter/charger.

the other end of DC power cord to the
battery attachment
platform on DVD video
camera/recordel:
Use the same procedure as that for battery
when attaching and detaching the DC power
cord: See page 26.

Setting

Up the

The DZ-BPOTPW
purchase

time:

battery
Charge

Battery

provided
it before

with

using

DZ-GXSO8OA/GXSO2OA/GXSOOOA
the DVD

video

has not been

charged

camera/recorder.

Note:
• Be sure to use the DZ-BP07PW, DZ-BP14SW (optional) or DZ-BP7SW (optional) battery for the DVD video
camera/recorder:
Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/recorder to malfunction, or result in
fire,
• Be sure to use the DZ-ACS3 AC adapter/charger to charge the battery: Using other chargers could cause electric
shock or fire,
• Charge the battery at temperatures of 50 - 86°F (10 - 30°C).
• If the CHARGE indicator does not light when the AC adapter/charger is plugged into AC outlet, unplug it from the
AC outlet, wait a few moments, and then plug it into the AC outlet again, If the CHARGE indicator still does not
light, the AC adapter/charger may be faulty. Unplug it from the AC outlet and consult your dealer.
• The AC adapter/charger can be used around the world. An AC plug adapter is required in some foreign countries,
If you need one, purchase it from your local electronics distributor.
AC 200 - 240V

J
AC Plug Adapter

CHARGING

BATTERY

Use the provided

1 Connect

(not supplied)

AC adapter/charger

the power

to charge

the batter_

3 Attach

cable to AC adapter/

the battery

to AC adapter/charger.

charger.

2 Plug

the power

Note:
When charging a battery, unplug the DC power cord
from the DC output jack on AC adapter/charger.

cable into AC outlet.

Battery

Power cable
CHARGE

CHARGE

indicator

AC adapter/charger

DC output terminal

• Battery charged status
You can

find

out

the charged

status

of battery

by checking

the CHARGE

indicator

on AC adapter/

charger:

During charge
Charge
Note:
See "Troubleshooting"

complete

on page 135 when the CHARGE

Lit

]

Goes out

indicator blinks.

• Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx. 77°F (25°C))
DZ-BP07PW

(provided)/DZ-BPTSW

DZ-BP14SW
Tile charge

(optional):

Approx.

(optional):
Approx.
165 minutes
time will vary depending
on the remaining

90 minutes
power

level

of batter?_

ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER

1 Fit

the battery

to the battery

attachment

Note:
• Make sure that the battery is in the correct orientation.
• Make sure that the battery is securely attached:
Incomplete attachment could cause the battery to fall,
resulting in damage.

platform on this DVD video camera/recorder
and slide it downward
until a click is heard.

Terminal
side must
be down.

REMOVING BATTERY
After
1

using

the DVD

While

holding

button,

slide

xideo

down

camera/recorder,

the BATTERY

the battery

upward

remox

from

it.

Note:

EJECT
to remo_

e the battery

e it.

• For safety, be sure to turn the DVD video camera/
recorder off before attaching or removing the battery.
• Be careful not to drop the removed battery.
• If the battery remains attached, minute level current
will flow even if the DVD video camera/recorder is off,
and the battery will discharge.
• Set the power switch to OFF before removing the
battery.

OContinuously
recordable time with fully charged battery (with no zoom
operation, etc.)
See the following table as a reference for how long the DVD video camera/recorder
continuouslv
be used with a fully charged battery:
With DZ-BPOTPW (provided)/DZ-BP7SW

can

(optional)

When

using

viewfinder

approx.

85 min

When

using

LCD monitor

approx.

75 min

When

using

viewfinder

approx.

85 min

When

using

LCD monitor

approx.

75 min

When

using

viewfinder

approx.

100 min

When

using

LCD monitor

approx.

85 min

XTRA*

FINE

STD

With

DZ-BP14SW

(optional)

When

using

viewfinder

approx.

170 min

When

using

LCD monitor

approx.

150 min

When

using

viewfinder

approx.

170 min

When

using

LCD monitor

approx.

150 min

When

using

viewfinder

approx.

210 min

When

using

LCD monitor

approx.

170 min

XTRA*

FINE

STD

* The time is only for reference: It will vary depending on recording contents.

The reference for how long the DVD video camera/recorder
can actually
be used
will be approx. 112 to 1/3 of the above time:
The continuously
l_cordable time of DVD video camera/recorder
in the above table shows the time
available when the DVD video camera/recorder
is in the l_cording mode without using any other
function after recording is started. In actual recording, the battery will discharge 2 - 3 times faster
than this reference, since the REC button and zoom are being operated, and playback is performed.
Assume that the actually recordable time with a fully charged battery is between 1/2 and 1/3 of the
above time, and prepare enough batteries to allow for the time you are planning to record on the
DVD video camera/recorder.
The continuously
recordable time may be less depending
on the conditions when the DVD video
camera/recorder
is used (if recording and recording pause al_ repeated at short interwtls, etc.).
Note that the battery discharges faster in cold places.
Note:
• See "Troubleshooting" on page 135 when charging is not possible.
• The charge time will vary depending on the battery remaining level.
• During and after charging, and when the DVD video camera/recorder
is being used, the battery will be warm, but
this does not indicate a fault.
• A battery cannot be charged while the DC power cord is connected to the DC output jack of AC adapter/charger:
Unplug the DC power cord when charging a battery.
• Charge the battery at ambient temperature 50°F to 86°F (10°C to 30°C): Charging at temperatures other than this
range could damage the battery.

BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR
When the battery is used to power tile DVD video camera/recorder,
appears in the viewfinder
or on the LCD screen as follows:
Fully charged

tile battery

remaining

level

• Nearly empty
,AIIAA¥

-_TTTyT

White portion shows remaining level

(Blinks)

EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY
• The battery will slightly discharge even if it is
detached from tile DVD video camera/
recorder,

•

lI the battery is left attached to DVD video
camera/recordel,
it will consume a slight
amount of power. Therefore, it is
recommended
that you charge the battery
shortly before using the DVD video camera/
recorder, usually on the day before you plan to
use it.

When not using the DVD video camera/
recorder for an extended period:
It is recommended
that you fully challge the
battery once a yea_, attach it to DVD video
camera/recorder
and use it up; then remove the
battery and stor_ it in a cool place again.

Battery life:
The battery life varies greatly depending
on the
ambient environment
and how often the DVD
video camera/recorder
is used. If the usable
time of DVD video camera/recorder
with a fully
charged battery is noticeably short, the battery is
probably dead: Purchase a new one.
Power save and discharge of battery:
It is recommended
that you turn the DVD video
camera/recorder
off in status other than
recording, since even during r_cording pause
battery power is consumed
at the same level as
during recording.
IL when you specify Power Save On, the
recording pause status continues for
approximately
5 minutes, the DVD video
camera/recorder
will automatically
turn off.
To set or release power save, see "TURNING
DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
OFF
AUTOMATICALLY
(POWER SAVE)" on
page 32.

Turning DVD Video Camera/Recorder
Off
While holding down the gray button at the right
of power switch, set the switch according to
each recording function:
Set

to "OFF":

Tile DVD video camera/
recorder will turn off

Set to "D":
To record
Illen/O

still on SD
card

Set to "411":
To record movie on DVDRAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/
+RW disc

On and

Note:
• Once you turn the DVD video camera/recorder
on to
let it recognize the disc, you can immediately record
or play back by turning the DVD video camera/
recorder on again. However, if a long time has
elapsed after the disc was inserted, it will take some
time for the DVD video camera/recorder to start
because it must recognize the disc again (see
"Troubleshooting" on page 135),
• It will take some time for the DVD video camera/
recorder to display the Disc Navigation screen after
power is turned on,
• When the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on,
the self-diagnosis function will work and a message
may appear. In this case, refer to "Trouble Messages"
on page 129 and take corrective action.

-Set to "1_1":
To record still on DVDRAM disc

Power ON status
During playback, set the power switch to %1'
or "1_1" when using disc, or set it to "[i_ril"when
using card.

Turn the switch while
holding down the gray
button at the right of switch,

Power switch

VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR
SCREEN

VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH
VIEWFINDER

If you

1 Pull

open

subject
]

the LCD

image

Open

monitor,

on the LCD

the LCD

you

can monitor

screen.

2 Turn

the diopter control knob to adjust the
focus to suit your eyesight.

monitor.

The LCD monitor has a portion where you
can hook your fingel: Hook the finger there to
open the monitol:

ORange where the LCD monitor can
be moved
The LCD

monitor

out the viewfinder.

can be opened

image will appear in the viewfinder.
• Focusing will not be correct unless the viewfinder is
pulled out.
• See "LCD/EVF Setup" (on page 35) if you wish to
display images in the viewfinder regardless of
whether you open or close the LCD monitor.

approximately
90 °.
If the LCD monitor
is open 90", it can be tilted
with the screen down
as much
as 90 _', and can
also be tilted wi.th screen up and turned
up
180 ° so the screen
faces in the same direction
the lens.

Note:
• if no image appears in viewfinder, refer to
"Troubleshooting" on page 135.
• If the LCD monitor is opened approximately 90°, the
viewfinder will be off: Turn the open LCD monitor 180 °
so that it faces the same direction as the lens; the

to
as

Diopter control
i

If the LCD
faces

monitor

in the same

recording,
viewfinder

is turned
direction

180 _' so the screen
as the lens

during

subject
image
will also appear
as a mirror
image
(left/rigfit

in the

reversed).
Tilt the LCD

monitor

to adjust

its vertical

angle

so that you can see the screen easil}c
Note;
• If no image appears on LCD monitor screen, refer to
"Troubleshooting" on page 135.
• If LCD monitor lights white refer to page 57.
• Be sure to open the LCD monitor approximately 90°
before changing its vertical angle.
• Do not record for a prolonged time with the LCD
monitor turned approximately 180 ° in close contact
with the DVD video camera/recorder body: Doing this
could cause the DVD video camera/recorder and LCD
monitor to become hot.

18O°

finger

(Bottom)

Pull out th
until a click is heard.

Viewfinder

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.

1 Press

the MENU button,

use the _/_1_/

_1/11_
buttons to choose "Date Setup"
then "Date Set".
2

Press

the _

Press

and

button.

The figuro for the
month
will be selected.
[The

digit

that

highlighted
first depends
on
format
(set up in Date Mode):
left end

of the date

display

the date display
The digit on the

will

be first

highlighted.]
Note:
After setting the figure for the month, press the
button to select the digit to be set. If you press the
l_/|l button after selecting the figure for the month,
the screen for verifying the set date will appear
instead of screen for setting day, year or time.

3 Press

the _1

button to select the digit
vou want to set in

number

the _

or ),'1_| button

for current

date/time,

to select
and

the
then

repeat
step 3 to set the current
date and time.
Note:
To stop date/time setting midway, press the •
button.

After setting the current
date and time, press the
)"/|| button.
The screen for verifying
the set date will appeal:
If the displayed date and time are correct,
press the _ button to choose "YES", and
then press the IP'/|| button.
The date and time will be set, and the DVD
video camera/recorder
will enter the
recording pause status.
Choosing "NO" will restors the menu scrsen.

sequence,

CHANGING

DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME

You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year,
day/month/year
month/day.
Choose "Date Mode" on the "Date Setup" menu screen in procedure
the desired date display mode.

o1: year/
1, and then set to

Note:
This DVD video camera/recorder incorporates a rechargeable battery to store the date and time in memory. If this
built-in battery is exhausted, the date and time will be reset. To prevent this, connect the AC adapter/charger to DVD
video camera/recorder
every 6 months, and leave them for at least 24 hours with the DVD video camera/recorder
turned off: The built-in battery will be charged.

Initial

Settings

Press the MENU button, and then use I,qNI/l_t_l/,ql_l/l_l_/l_/ll to display the "Initial Setup" menu
screen. See page 48 for detailed operation procedure. Press the MENU button again to exit setting.

SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF (BEEP)
Select "On" or "Off", and
then press the I_/ll button.
On: Beep will be heard
when the power
switch is changed
over, the REC button is pressed in the Video
mode, the SLEEP/START
or EJECT button
is pressed, etc.
Off: No beep is heard.

Note:
The "Beep" setting will be stored in memory even when
the DVD video camera/recorder
is turned off.

TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
(POWER SAVE)

OFF AUTOMATICALLY

Select "On" or "Off", and

Note:

then press the I_/11 button.
On: To engage power
save. If the DVD
video camera/

• To turn the DVDvideo camera/recorder on again from
automatic off activated by the power save function,
set the power switch to "OFF", and then set it to "41",
"l_r' or "[]".
• The Power Save setting will not appear in the onscreen information display.
• If the sleep/start standby status continues for 30
minutes,the DVD video camera/recorder will
automatically turn off regardless of the Power Save
setting,

recorder is left in the recording pause status
without being operated for 5 minutes, it
will automatically
turn off to prevent the
battery from discharging needlessly.
Off: To cancel power save.

CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE (LANGUAGE)
You can change the language used to display
The following shows that English is changed

1 Press

)"/11 or 10_ with

Note:

the screen shown on the
right displayed: The
"Language"
screen will
appear.

2 Choose

"Fran_ais',

and

then press I_/11.
The display will change
to French.

the nrenu and information.
to French.

ni ia
_

P0_r

e u
sav_

_
_b)ENTER(m)RETU_N

•
0ff
En Hsh

The language setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.

RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS (RESET)
You carl restore menu settings to defaults
the date/time
will not be reset.)

1 Choose

"Reset"

(initial settings

at the factory

(p. 142)). (Note, howex er, that

2 If

on the

you are sure that you
wish to reset, use the
button
to choose

"Initial Setup" menu
screen, and then press
the l,,/ll button.

"YES",
and then
the I_/11 button.

press

_._Reset _

The screen_ for verifying., reset_ will aFp
_ ear.
The setting
defaults.

items ha_e now been reset to

Note:
To cancel resetting midway, choose "NO" on the screen
for verification in step 2 or press the • button.

TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF (RECORD
You can switch
recording.

off the recording

indicator

on the front

Select "On" or "Off", and
then press the I'/11 button.
On: The recording
indicator will light
red to show that the

of DVD

LED)
_ideo

camera/recorder

e_en

during

Note:

DVD video camera/recorder
is recording.
Off: The rocording indicator will not light even
during recording.

• The Record LED setting will not appear in the onscreen information display,
• The Record LED setting will be stored in memory
even when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned
off.
• Specify "Record LED: Off" when recording a subject
behind a glass or water tank that reflects light: The
reflected light of the recording indicator will not be
recorded,
• Even if "Record LED Off" is specified, the recording
indicator will light while the self-timer is counting
down.

CHANGING

1 Press

SETTING OF DEMONSTRATION

the MENU

Note:
• Pressing the • (STOP/EXIT)
button will exit demonstration.

button, choose "Initial
Setup", "Demo Mode",
and then press the I1,'/11
button.

2 Press

• If you choose "Auto" the demonstration will not start if
a disc is loaded with the power switch set to "_,4_"or
'1_1",or a card is loaded with the power switch set to

the I_1 or D,'I_Ibutton

to choose the

• The demonstration

desired
button.

option,

Auto:

To start demonstration

if the DVD

video camera/recorder

and then press the I_/11

is inactive for

Off:

approx. 3 minutes after it is turned
To set demonstration
to off.

Start:

Tostart

3 Press

the MENU

or DISC NAVIGATION

function will not work when the

DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC (DZGX5080A only).
• While the demonstration is being given, the recording
indicator will blink.

on.

demorlstrationimmediately.
button

again

to exit

setting.

LCD/EVF

Setup

ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHTNESS) AND
VIEWFINDER (EVF BRIGHTNESS)

1 Press

the MENU button,

3 Press

use tile I_1_/_1,'1/

,_1/I,'1_/11_/11 buttons to choose "LCD/EVF
Adjust" on the "LCD/EVF
Setup" menu
screen, and then choose "LCD Brightness"or
"EVF Brightness".
The brightness
the screen.

2 Use

adjustment

the _/_1_"

bar will appear

buttons

The screen
dimmer.
Press
The

I1_ :
screen

brighter.

becomes

button

to end

the setting.

Note:
The brightness setting will be stored in memory even
after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.

for adjustment.
Press

the MENU

Brightness
adjustment
bar

ADJUSTING COLOR DENSITY (COLOR LEVEL)
You carl adjust

1 Press

the color density

of the LCD monitor

the MENU

Note:
• The color setting will be stored in memory even after
the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off,

button, use the I_1/
ll'l_ l _ l ld_ l li'l l l
buttons to choose
"LCD/EVF
Adjust" on
the "LCD/EVF Setup" menu
choose "Color Level".
The color density
on the screen.

2 Use

the _1/I_

adjustment

screen and viewfinder.

screen, and then

• Even if the brightness or density of LCD monitor
screen or viewfinder is changed, the brightness or
density of the recorded image itself will not change.

bar will appear

buttons

for adjustment.
Press _1_ :
For lighter colo1:
Press _
:
For denser colo1:

adjustment bar

ALWAYS DISPLAYING IMAGE IN VIEWFINDER

1 Press

the MENU

button, use the I_1/
l"l_l / "_l /l"l" /l_lll
buttons to choose "EVF
Display" on the "LCD/
EVF Setup" nrenu screen.

2 Choose
Auto:
On:

"On" and decide it.
If the LCD monitor is open, no image
will appear in the viewfinder.
lmages will always appear in the
viewfinder
regardless of whether the
LCD monitor is open/closed.

Note:
The setting on EVF Display will be stored in memory
even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.

Inserting
4
/ Press down
release
it.

and Removing
tile DISC

EJECT

button

once

Disc

and

A few moments after tile ACCESS/PC
indicator blinks, the cover of disc insertion
block will open.
2 Gently open tile cover by hand

Pickup lens

fully until it

stops.

• 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.
• De not use a dirtied or scratched disc.

3 When inserting

a disc:

Push the disc against the turntable at the
center to lock it until a click is heard.

4 Push the section
the cover

the DVD

automatically
ACCESS/PC
power
video
impact.

When

removing

While pushing
turntable,
pick
to renlo_, e it.

Turntable

the disc:
down the center
portion
of
up the disc, holding
iN edge,

nrarked

"PUSH

insertion

block,

CLOSE" on
to close

the

cover,

Then

Push the shaded
portion.

of disc

video

camera/recorder

recognize
indicator

supp]_,
and
camera/recorder

will

the disc: While
the
is lit, do not cut off the

do not subject
the DVD
to any vibrations
or

Note;
• If the cover of disc insertion block is open, the ACCESS/PC indicator will blink when an image is displayed on the LCD
monitor screen: In this case, the DVD video camera/recorder will not turn off even if the power switch is set to "OFF".
If the cover remains open after a while, the DVD video camera/recorder will automatically turn oft.
• Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless a charged battery or AC adapter/charger
is connected to the DVD
video camera/recorder,
• If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to "Troubleshooting" on page 135,
• Do not close the cover if a disc is not properly loaded on the turntable.
• If a single-sided disc is inserted into DVD video camera/recorder with the printed label facing the inside, an error
message will appear. Remove the disc and reinsert it with its recording side facing the inside. See 'q-rouble
Messages" on page 129,
• Do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter/charger during removal of the disc or until power is
completely turned off: If you do, the disc cover will not open, If this happens, reattach the battery or AC adapter/
charger, push down the DISC EJECT button once, and then release it,
• Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
disc into the disc insertion block:
Doing so could cause malfunctions,
• When inserting or removing the disc, BE SURE NOT to look into the lens in laser pickup: Doing so could damage
your eyesight.
• When the power switch is set to "m" the disc cannot be removed: To remove the disc, set the power switch to
"OFF" or "_W".
• When using double-sided disc
Recording is possible on both sides of double-sided disc, However, when recording or playback on one side is
finished, recording or playback will not move automatically to the other side. Remove the disc once from the DVD
video camera/recorder,
turn over the disc and insert it again for continued use.
The recording surfaces of double-sided disc are likely to become dirtied or scratched; Always make sure that
there is no dirt or scratch on the recording surface facing the pickup lens and then use the disc taking great care
that it is not dirtied or scratched. Use the provided disc cleaning cloth to wipe off any dirt on disc (see page 10).

OWhen using brand-new DVD-RW/+RW disc
When

a disc

is first

When recording
camera/recorder:

leaded

in the DVD

video

camera/recorder,

on this DVD video

When

recording

Disc"

screen

data from

will

appeal_

PC:

While the "Format Disc" screen is displayed,
choose "No" and then pl_ss I_/||, or press the •
button.

Choose "Yes" on the "Format Disc" screen, and
then press I_/||.
When using DVD-RW, choose the recording
format (VR or VF mode), and then press the
I1_/|| button.
The disc will be formatted.

[1 ±oi_oFormat

the "Format

However, if data fl_rn PC has not yet been
recorded, the disc can be made usable on this
DVD video camera/recordel_
When inserting
the disc into this DVD video camera/recordel,

the same message will appear: If vou wish to use
it on this DVD video camera/recordel,
choose
"YES".

select re_ordformat

I c_a,r_R

(When using DVD-RW)

Inserting

and

Removing

1 ()pen the LCD nronitor.
2 Turn the DVD video canrera/recorder
3 Open the cover of card insertion
4 Inserting Card:
lnsert card with its terminal
locks.

off.

block.

inward

until it

Remox ing Card:
Push tile center of card edge.
Tile card will come out so that it can be held
by fingers.

5 Close the cover of card insertion

block.

Note:
• Always close the cover of card insertion block: Placing
the DVD video camera/recorder
on a desk, etc. with
cover open could damage the cover.

Card

This section explains
about
DVD video camera/recorder.

Recording

1 Remove

and still images,

and also

basic

settings

Insert a recordable disc into this DVD video camera/recorder.

ACCESS/PC
indicator

the lens cap, and then point the DVD

video camera/recorder

2 Turn

of movies

Movie

Before You Begin ] •
Pressing REC
once will start
recording;
pressing it once
again will
temporarily stop
recording.

recording

at subject.

the DVD camera/recorder

on.

Set the power switch to "4Jl" to turn the DVD
video camera/recorder
on.
After the ACCESS/PC
indicator goes out,
perform the subsequent
operation:

3 Check

the subject on the screen (viewfinder
o1: LCD).
When using tile x iewfinder, close the LCD
monitor before pulling out the viewfinder.

4 Press the REC button.
The "DII" mark in the viewfinder

Note:
• See "Troubleshooting" on page 135 when recording
movie is not possible.
• See "Troubleshooting" on page 135 if it takes some
time before recording is possible.
• See "Troubleshooting" on page 135 if the DVD video
camera/recorder does not operate.
• See page 43 for on-screen information display.
• While the ACCESS/PC indicator is lit or blinking, do
not turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, and take
care not to subject it to any vibration: Doing so could
cause an error in the recorded data, which could
make it unplayable (see page 7).
• The minimum recordable time of movie is
approximately 3 seconds.
• See page 33 for setting of Record LED (recording
indicator) On/Off.
• For various functions available during recording, see
"Setting Up Camera Functions" on page 56.
• Hitachi cannot be responsible for video and audio that
cannot be recorded or edited because of any defect.
• The power switch can be changed over even during
recording, but the operation will not be changed.
• It is recommended that you set the LOCK switch to ,_
(the upper position) to prevent the power switch in the
"_" position from accidentally moving to '1_1" position.
• Each time the DVD video camera/recorder
enters the
recording pause status, the counter display will be
reset to "0:00:00".
• If, when using a +RW, one-time recording duration is
short or you frequently switch the video quality,
recording may not be possible even when the disc
has remaining space.

or on the

LCD screen will change to the "O REC"mark,
and rocording will start.
During recording, the recording indicator on
the front of DVD video camera/recorder
will
light.
Pressing REC again during recording will set
the DVD video camera/recorder
to the
rocording

pause

status.

5 When recording is finished, turn the DVD
video camera/recorder
off.

Recording

Stills

Note:
Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM
and card.

disc

ACCESS/PC
indicator

PHOTO button

CARD ACCESS

1 Remo_

e the lens cap, and then point the DVD

_ideo camera/recorder

2 Turn

indicator

at subject.

tile DVD camera/recorder

on.

When using DVD-RAM disc:
Set the power switch to "!'1".
When using card:
Set the power switch to "1_".
After tile ACCESS indicator goes out,
perform the subsequent
operation:

3 Check

the subject on the screen
or LCD).
When using the viewfinde];
close the LCD monitor.

4 Press the PHOTO button

(viewfinder

pull it out and

half way (half

pressing).
The DVD video camera/recorder
will
automatically
focus on the subject at the
center of screen, and the "OI1" indicator on
screen will light in purple (the focus will not
change when manual focus is chosen).

5 Press the PHOTO button all the way (full
pressing).
The screen will be black, and then the
recorded still will be displayed. When tile
"On" mark appears, you can proceed with
the next recording; while "DISC ACCESS" or
"CARD ACCESS" is being displayed, you
cannot proceed with the next recording.
Note:
• If you wish to record without locating a subject at the
center of screen, first locate the subject at the center
of screen, press the PHOTO button halfway down
determine the composition to be recorded, and then
press the PHOTO button all the way down.
• If you press the PHOTO button all the way down at
one stroke without pressing it half way, recording will
be possible, but the focus may be incorrect.
• If focusing is difficult with auto focus, choose manual
focus, and manually correct the focus before
recording (see page 52).
• See "SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS" on page 145
for details of photos on card.
• See "Troubleshooting" on page 135 if recording
photos is not possible.
• Shake of the DVD video camera/recorder may cause
blur in recorded image.
• When holding the DVD video camera/recorder for
recording grasp it securely with both hands.
• When recording with higher zoom magnification, it is
recommended that you secure the DVD video
camera/recorder on a tripod.
• The range of screen in which recording is possible will
be different for movie and still.
• There may be a difference between the image you
see on the LCD screen or viewfinder and the
recorded image.

Swift Restart
button)
If you press
DVD video

of Recording

the SLEEP/RESTART
button
while
camera/recorder
of L tile status
that

(SLEEP/RESTART

in tile recording
pause
status
instead
recording
is possible
will be restored

of turning
in approx.

the
1.5

seconds.

Setting to the sleep/restart
status:
Press

tile SLEEP/RESTART

button

recording
pause
status.
Tile SLEEP/RESTART
button
DVD video camera/recorder
sleep/restart

standby

In the following
RESTART
button

standby
in tile

will light, and
will enter the

tile

the sleep/restart standby status, the zoom position
will return to 3x. The settings on manual focus,
exposure and rear lighting will also reset to the initial
values.

status.

cases, pressing
the SLEEP/
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 '1_1"when using a DVDRW/DVD-R/+RW.
• During playback.
• An unusable disc or card is loaded,

Restoring from sleep/restart
status:
Press

the SLEEP/RESTART

The DVD

video

standby

button

camera/recorder

that
will

the recording
pause
status.
Pressing
the REC or PHOTO
button
restore
the DVD video camera/recorder
recording
status.
The

pause

following

from
operation

release

• The DVD video camera/recorder in sleep/restart
standby status consumes approx, half the power it
does during ordinary recording, but the recordable
duration in that status will be longer than standing by
in the recording pause status.
• If the sleep/restart standby status continues more
than 30 minutes, the DVD video camera/recorder will
turn off regardless of the Power Save setting (leaving
the DVD video camera/recorder in recording pause
status for 5 minutes will also turn it off: Default),
• Setting the power switch to OFF in the sleep/restart
standby status will turn the DVD video camera/
recorder off.

is lit:
return

SLEEP/RESTART

button

will also
to

the sleep/restart
will

Note:
• If you press the REC or PHOTO button while in the
sleep/restart standby status, the sleep/restart status
will be released, but recording of a video or photo will
not start, To record_ press the REC or PHOTO button
again.
• After the DVD video camera/recorder is restored from

standby
the sleep/

restart
standby
status:
• Press down the DISC EJECT button.
• Change over the power switch ("_"4->'_1").

Recording

using LED Light

You can use the LED light to illuminate

a subject

(for DZ.GX5080A

to be recorded

in a dark place.

'1 Press the 1'_1 button during recording, pause o1:recording.
An icon will appear on the screen, and the LED light will glow.
LED light
001_:9

Oil
REM 3 0 MIN

LED light icon

FiNE

2 Press

the 1'_1 button

2/10

8:00AM
/20O7

again.

The LED light will go out.
Note:
• Pressing _
will turn the LED light on and off
alternately.
• The LED light will go out if you perform the following:
- Display the Disc Navigation screen
- Start playback
- Switch to demonstration mode
• Recording with LED light on will shorten the battery
life more than recording with LED light off.
• Do not turn the LED light on with your eyes near it.
Also, be sure not to look directly into the light emitting
portion when the LED light is on: Doing so could
cause visual disorder, such as decreased sight. And
especially: Do not record small children at close-up
distance with the LED light turned on.
• Do not use the LED light while pointing at a driver in
vehicle: Doing so could dazzle the driver, causing an
accident.
• Do not use the LED light in a place where there is
flammable or explosive gas: Doing so could cause fire
or explosion.
• Do not block the light emitting portion when the LED
light is turned on: Doing so could generate heat.
• Do not display the LED light beam reflected on a
mirror, etc. on TV screen: Doing so could cause
burning of screen.
• Once you press the _
button to turn the LED light
on it will remain on until the _
button is pressed
again, which is different from the conventional flash.
• When using the LED light for recording, set the
distance to subject at no more than 4.9 feet (1.5 m).

only)

On-Screen
Various

types

Information

of information

INFORMATION
See the next
IB£
,_
[]
_(ll)_
_,_:

page

will appear

in the viewfinder

or on the LCD

screen

during

recording.

DISPLAY DURING RECORDING

for

details.

2,16:9 mode
3. Program AE
4. Backlight compensation
5. EIS
6. White balance
7. LED light

[]

8. Microphone

filter

9. Self-timer
10. Recording status

1. Recording mode
_ojl_
11. Zoom
12. Exposure correction
13. Manual Focus

]

Movie recording time

14. Disc/Card type

Warning

message

(p. 55)
current date/time

15. Movie recording quality

The above screen is an example for
explanation:
It is different from the actual display.

7.
: Movie
1.

a
Recording

No display

: Still(p.(Disc)
mode
39, 40)

: Still (Card)

No display
1_8

mode)

No display
[]

: 16:9 mode OFF
: 16:9 mode ON

AE (only

in movie

recording

mode)

(p. 56)

No display
'_K
e_,

Self-timer

: Microphone
: Microphone

No display
@

: Self-timer
: Self-timer

10. Recording

: Spotlight
: Sand & Snow

Backlight

compensation

No display
[]
5.

Electronic

image

No display
((_))

stabilizer

: EIS OFF
: EIS ON

White

balance

(p. 57)

: During

recording

: During

recording

OFF
ON

(EIS) (p. 59)

No display
11. Zoom

: Outdoor

;_;

: Indoor1
: Indoor2

(lights

w r---r--1

(Digital

Zoom:

Off)

, liT
Zoom:

12. Exposure

Zoom:

No display

: Auto

N-[::::::::::I_+N

: Manual

No display

1500x .4 only

mode)

correction

focus

120x .3)

recording

13.Manual

pause

(p. 50)

: Auto
: Set

"_:

10 seconds

green)
When focus locks during
photo
recording
(lights in purple)

(Digital
No display
txmA

is from

• 11

(Digital
6.

(p. 63)

OFF
ON

• REC

(p. 54)

: Backlight compensation
: Backlight compensation

mode)

status

: Low Light
4.

filter OFF
filter ON

(only in still recording

(countdown

: Auto
: Sports
: Portrait

[]
_3_:'

: LED light ON

8. Microphone filter (only in movie recording
mode) (p. 59)

9.
Program

: LED light OFF

2. 16:9 mode (only in movie recording
(p. 61)

LED light q (p. 42)

(p. 54)

(p. 52)

: Autofocus
: Manual focus

in movie

14. Disc/Card

type

15. Movie

: DVD-RAM

[_lJ

: Best quality

FINE

:High

: DVD-RW

(VR-mode/VF-mode)

STD

: Standard

: Protected
: DVD-RW

DVD-RW
(VR-mode)
(VR-mode)
finalized

Still recording

camera/recorder

_1_
@

: DVD-R

: DVD-R already
finalized
DVD video camera/recorder

: DVD-R finalized
on a device
than this DVD video camera/
recorder

*3
*4
*5
*6
*7
*8

quality

(when

using

card)

(p. 63)

FINE

: High

NORM
ECO

: Standard
: Number

quality
quality
of recordable

stills is

(VF-mode)

: +RW

"1
*2

quality

16.Remaining
on this
other

space

on disc/card

REM XX
MIN .7

: Remaining
recordable
minutes
during movie recording

REM XX .8

: Number
of remaining
r_cordable
still images during
still recording

17. Remaining

battery

+RW

:: SD
memory
card
Locked
SD memory

disc) (p. 60)

prioritized

* [ncludes DVD-R recorded
on a
Hitachi DVD video carnera/rocorder
model other than DZ-GXS080A /
GXS020A/GXS000A
and not
finalized.

: Finalized

using

: DVD-RW
(VR-mode)
finalized
on a
device other than this DVD video
camera/recorder
: Finalized
DVD-RW

No display

(when

XTRA

this video
_t_

quality

(write-protected)

: DVD-RAM
_1_

recording

level

(p. 28)

' (full charge)
/

(low

remaining

charge)

card

Displayed on DZ-GX508OA.
When no disc or card is in the DVD video camera/recorder,
or disc has not yet been initialized, a writeprotected disc or locked card, or a disc or card with no remaining space, has been inserted.
"lOOx" will appear on DZ-GXSOOOA.
"1200x" will appear on DZ-GXSOOOA.
No display if no disc or card is loaded, or if a disc or card unusable on this DVD video camera/recorder is
loaded.
No remaining time or number will be displayed with a protected disc or locked card, or finalized DVD-RW (VFmode)/DVD-R/+RW
disc.
In XTRA mode, possible recording time may be longer than the displayed time.
The displayed number of recordable stills is for reference: This number may not decrease, depending on the
recording conditions (not displayed with a DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
disc).

You can switch

the display

mode of on-screen

OSwitching
thebutton.
information
Press
tile DISPLAY
Tile full and minimum
• Full display

mode:

display

information:

display mode

modes will alternate.

All types of information

will

appeal_
• Minimum
display mode: The recording mode (see
1 on page 43) and recording status (see 10 on
page 43) will appeal_ If the DVD video camera/
recorder has warning information,
a warning message

will appear.

Note:
The DVD video camera/recorder does not record the date and time as a part of image. However,this information
during recording will be recorded with image as data which can be checked on Disc Navigation screen during
playback (see "INFORMATION DISPLAYDURING RECORDING" on page 43),

ODisplay

when recording an image of yourself

When recording with the LCD screen facing the same direction as the
lens, the operating status will appear: The battery remaining
level will
appear only when the remaining level is very lo_x; and the display will
blink.
Operating status/warning

message

Battery remaining level --

No warning/message
direction as the lens.

(see page 43) will appear

when recording

with the LCD screen

facing the same

lnstead, the following screen display symbols will blink to inform you of the operation status of
DVD video camera/recorder.
When the LCD monitor is turned 180° from the position with the LCD screen facing the same
direction as the lens, the warning/message
can be checked.

Olnterpreting symbols on LCD screen when recording with the screen
facing the same direction as the lens

I_1

• A write-protected disc is loaded.
• A locked card is loaded.

•

• An unusable card is loaded.

• An attempt to record a still is being made with a DVD-RW/DVDR/+RW disc used.
• An unusable disc is loaded.

•

• During recording (lights in red).
• The remaining capacity on disc is approaching the limit 0 (blinks
in red).

I11

• During recording pause (lights in green).
• During focus lock (lights in purple).
• The remaining capacity on disc or card is approaching the limit 0
(blinks in red).
• There is no remaining capacity on disc or card (blinks in green).

Note:
• If the LCD screen is set facing the same direction as the lens, the LCD screen will display a mirror image (left and
right reversed).
• If the LCD screen is set facing the same direction as the lens you can also view subject image in the viewfinder.
• Although you can switch to the manual focus, exposure and on-screen display modes even during recording with
LCD screen facing the same direction as lens they will not appear on the screen.
• When the LCD monitor is opened and turned 180 ° with the Program AE set to Low Light, the monitor screen will
light white (see page 57).

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

You carl use
options

will

appear

if you

tile I_l_/_)'l/'_l/ll_

in Full

and

press

the MENU

buttons
designate

on DVD

button.
video

camera/recorder

to select

various

setting

them.

The cursor to be
chosen will move to
the right.

Press the MENU button.

Press _

or 1)/11

)
Press 41_ or •

The cursor to-be chosen will
move down.

Press the I,/11 button directly to choose an option from menu.
To return to the screen one before, press the • button.
Pressing the MENU button again will cause the Menu display to
disappear.

Note:
• Pressing the QUICK MENU button will display the Quick Menu screen: The operation will be the same as when
the MENU button is pressed.
• 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.

OFIow of Full Menu
_: Tile shaded menu item can also be set using the Quick Menu.
Refer to page indicated for details of each function.
Camera Functions Setup

Program

LCD/EVF Setup

AE (p. 56)

Adjust (p. 34)
EVF Display (p. 35)

White balance (p. 57)
EIS (p. 59)
Digital zoom (p. 50)
Microphone

Initial Setup

filter q (p. 59)

"1: Displayed only in "411"status,

Record Functions Setup
Beep (p. 32)
Power

save (p. 32)

Recording

On-screen

information

display

output

LED (p. 33)

(p. 64)

*2: Not displayed with DVD-RAM disc in '1_1"status.
The quality mode is displayed in "[]" status, (p, 63)
*3: Not displayed in '1_1"or "[]" status
*4: Displayed with DVD-RAM disc in '1_1"status, or "_"
status.

Date Setup

Display

format

(p. 31)

Zooming
If you continue to hold the zoom lever on the
"T" control side with Dig. Zoom specified, the
digital zoom will be activated midway (when
optical 25-power is exceeded on DZ-GXS000A or
optical 30-power is exceeded on DZ-GXS080A/
GXS020A).
You can zoom up to 1200-power on DZGXS000A; up to 1500-power on DZ-GX5080A/
GX5020A.

1 Press

the MENU button, choose "Dig. Zoom"
on the "Camera Functions Setup" menu
screen, and then press the I_/|| button.

2 Choose the desired magnification,
press the I1_/|| button.
3 Press the MENU button
Moving

W: recording wide area
(wide-angle)

F: recording enlarged
image (telephoto)

the zoom

lever

and then

to end the setting.
will

display

the

digital zoom bal_
Note:
• The digital zoom setting will be stored in memory
even if the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.
• If you set zoom to "1500x ''.1 when recording photo,
the digital zoom will be up to 120x .2.
• When a subject is zoomed, it may be momentarily out
of focus.
• When digital zoom is engaged, the image quality will
be rougher.
"1
*2

"1200x" on DZ-GXSOOOA.
lOOx on DZ-GXSOOOA.

MACRO RECORDING
Use the macro function when recording a small object h:om close-up position: You can shoot the
subject as close as approximately
13/16" (2 cm) from the lens _surface, magnifving_ , the image to fill
the screen.

1 Aim

the DVD

subject,
control

video

and press
side.

canrera/recorder
the zoom

lever

at the
to "W"

Note:
• Zoom can be used, but the subject may not be
focused, depending on the distance to the subject, In
this case_ move the zoom to "W" control side to focus.
• The amount of light tends to be insufficient during
macro recording: If the subject image is too dark use
additional lighting,

RECORDING SUBJECTS FOR STRONGER WIDE-ANGLE
EFFECT
Use the tele-conversion
lens or wide-conversion
lens with tile following
pitch to record subjects for stronger telephoto or wide-angle
effect:
Filter diameter: 34 mm
Thread pitch: 0.5 mm
When attaching the optional DZ-TL1 tele-conversion
optional step-up ring: DZ-SR3437 (see page 128).

1 Attach

the step-up

2 Remox

e the cap of conversion

OR TELEPHOTO

filter diameter

lens or DZ-WL1 wide-conversion

and thread

lens, use the

ring oxer the lens.
lens,

Conversion

and

screw

the lens

into

the thread

of step-up

ring.

lens

(Attach)

• Tele-conversion
• Wide-corn

lens:

ersion lens:

For stronger

telephoto

For stronger

wide-angle

effect
effect

Note:
• With DZ-TL1 tele-conversion
lens, the focusing range
at "T" (telephoto) control side is between approx.
16 feet (5 m) and infinite.
• When a conversion lens is attached, note that the four
corners of screen will be slightly dim if you zoom in on
a subject on the W control side (wide-angle side).
• When replacing the lens, take care not to drop the
DVD video camera/recorder.
• If a generally available filter is attached, do not attach
the removed lens hood.
• Some generally available conversion lenses may not
be usable on this DVD video camera/recorder,
depending on the lens maker.

Manually

Focusing

Subject

The DVD video camera/recorder usually focuses on a subject automatically
manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions.

(autofocus).

You can also

FOCUSING DURING RECORDING
Normally, the DVD video camera/recorder
automatically
focuses the subject (autofocus), but you
can also manually focus a subject, depending
on the recording conditions
(manual focus).
Focusing

range:

You can switch the display mode of on-screen information:
• On T (tele) side: approximately
3.2 feet (1 m) from lens surface to infinity
• On W (wide) side: approximately
13/16" (2 cm) from lens surface to infinity

1 Press

the FOCUS button

Manual

during

Focus icon will appear

recordhrg.
on the screen.

Manual Focus icon-.,ooA_

2 Press the zoom le_er to "T" contro] side to
zoom in on subiect.
f

3 Use

the _

/ _

Adjust with _

buttons

/IN_ buttons

to adjust the focus,

while viewing the image in the viewfinder
on the LCD screen.

o1:
Note:
• Pressing FOCUS will alternate between manual focus
and auto focus. With auto focus, no indication will
appear on the screen.
• Be sure to zoom in on your subject before manually
focusing on it. If you bring the subject into focus at the
"W" control side, focus will be faulty when you turn the
zoom lever to the "T" control side to zoom in on the
subject.
• Manual focus is released when the DVD video
camera/recorder is turned off. When you turn the DVD
video camera/recorder on next time, auto focus will be
restored.

Manually

focus

the following

objects,

which

may

not

be automatically

focused

(see

page

52):

in brightness,
such as white
wall
Objects
with
little variation

near at the
same time

Objects
moving rapidly

Objects lit by
neon sign,
spotlight, etc.
which glares
or emits
strong light

Dark objects

Object behind
glass with
water
droplets, dirt
on it

Nightview

} _ Objects not in
/ _ecenter
of

Objects
that
are far and

Adjusting

Brightness

of Image

to be recorded

(Exposure)
The DVD video camera/recorder
usually adjusts the exposure automatically
adjust the exposure depending on the recording conditions.

1 Press

the EXPOSURE
recording.
The exposure
tire screen.

button

adjustment

Exposure adjustment

2 Use the <<1 / _

bar--

during

bar will appear

buttons

Adjust with _

......

to adjust

the

exposure_ , while _ iewing, the image in the
_ iewfinder o]: on the LCD screen.

Compensating

You can also manually

buttons

Note:
• Pressing EXPOSURE will alternate between manual
adjustment and auto exposure. With auto exposure,
no indication will appear on the screen.
• The exposure setting will return to Auto when the
DVD video camera/recorder
is turned off.

for Backlight

When subject is lighted from rear, this function will compensate
too dark.

for lighting so that the subject is not

Note:
• Pressing the BLC button will alternate between
backlight setting between on and off.
• The backlight setting will automatically return to "off"
when the DVD video camera/recorder
is turned off.

1 Press

the BLC button

during

Backlightcorrection icon

recording.

REM_0 MI.

_,ooaM

The backlight

correction

icon will appear.

Using

Full Auto

Function

Pressing the FULL AUTO button will fully automate the camera functions.

1 Press the FULL AUTO button.
"FULL AUTO" will be displayed on the screen
of DVD video camera/recorder
for several
seconds,

The following

Focus
Backlight
compensation
Exposure

settings

will reset to defaults:

Auto

Off

Auto

White balance

Auto

Off

Program

EIS
MIC.Filter

Setting

Up Camera

Before You Begin I "

Functions

see page 48 for how to set.

SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT
(SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE)
This DVD video camera/recorder
automatically
detects the status of subject and surrounding
situation and records the optimum image: If you choose the shooting mode to match the recording
conditions, clearer images will be recorded.

1 Press

the MENU button,

use the I_1_/_1_/

•_1/1=_ buttons to choose "Progranr AE" on
the "Camera Functions Setup" screen, and
then press the I1_/|| button.
The options will appear
"Program AE'.

2 Use

the I_I_/Dd_I/_I/)H_

on the right of

buttons

to choose

the desired option, and then press the IP'/||
button: The selected option will be set.

3 Press

the MENU button

to end the setting.

The menu screen will disappeal_
Note:
• You can check the selected AE mode by the onscreen information display. However, nothing will
appear in the Auto mode.
• The shooting mode set as above will be stored in
memory even if the DVD video camera/recorder
is
turned off.
• When recording in a dark area, an after-image will
appear when filming a moving subject or if camera
shake occurs (it is therefore recommended that you
use a tripod in such cases).
• If the Sports mode is used under a fluorescent light,
the image may flicker: In this case, use the Auto mode
for recording.

A Auto : The camera/recorder
automatically
judges the subject and surrounding
envir_mment
for optimum recording.
Sports : Reduces blurring when recording
rapidly moving subjects such as in golf or tennis.
_ Portrait : Makes a subject, such as a person
or a croature, stand out from a blurted
background.
@ Spotlight : Prevents overexposure
of subject
portrait face, etc. when strong light strikes the
subject, as in a wedding or on stage.
__'_Sand & Snow : Prevents underexposure
of
subject portrait face, etc. in a place where
reflection of light is intense, such as at the
seaside in midsummer
or on a ski slope.
=8Low Light : Allows user to record in a dark
place even with decreased lighting.
Turn the LCD monitor 180 ° during recording:
The LCD monitor light can then be used for
recording.

RECORDING

DARK SUBJECTS USING LCD MONITOR LIGHT

When Program AE is set to Low Light, you can use the light from LCD monitor to record a subject.

1 Press

the MENU button,

and choose

"Program AE" from the "Camera
Setup" nlenu.
2 Choose

"Low

Functions

Light", and designate

3 Press the MENU button

to end the setting.

so that it faces the
same dh:ection as
the lens: The LCD

4 monitor
Open thewill
monitor,
turn
LCDlight
it ]80 _
white.

it.

Note:
• Use the viewfinder to check the image to be recorded.
• The LCD monitor light allows you to record a subject
up to 3.2 feet (1 m) even in a dark place.
• An after-image will appear when filming a moving
subject or if camera shake occurs (it is recommended
that you use a tripod).
• If a subject cannot be focused properly, manually
adjust the focus (see page 52).

o__

____

ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE)
This DVD _ideo camera/recorder
automatically
adjusts
balance setting depending
on the recording conditions.

the color of subject. Change

the white

Auto

White balance always automatically adjusted

None

Set

You can manually adjust white balance to match the light
source or situation (p. 58)

B"/1

Outdoor

To record in fine weather

"_'-

Indoor 1

To record under incandescent light, halogen light or bulbcolor type fluorescent light

-8,-

Indoor 2

To record under fluorescent light

1 Press the MENU button,

choose "White

Bal."

on the "Canrera Functions Setup" nrenu
screen, and then press the I_/|1 button.

2 Choose the desired option, and then press the
I_/11 but[on.
3 Press the MENU button

Note:
• The white balance mode can be confirmed
on-screen information.
• The white balance setting will be stored in
even when the DVD video camera/recorder
off.
• Do not block the infrared sensor with hand

using the
memory
is turned
etc.

to end the setting.

Infrared sensor block
• If a tele or wide-conversion
lens is used, the auto
white balance may not operate depending on the
recording conditions. If this happens set to the mode
to match the recording conditions, or manually set the
white balance.
• Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning the
DVD video camera/recorder on: If the DVD video
camera/recorder
is turned on with the lens capped,
the white balance will not work normally.

OSetting

white balance manually

Point the DVD
video camera/
recorder at a white

Thick paper

object so that it fills
the screen. Use an
object that is not
transparent.
If focus is not
correct when the
white object fills the screen, nranually focus
the object, referring to "Manually Focusing
Subject" (see page 52).

2 Press

the MENU button,

choose "White

Bal.',

"Set", and then press the I_/11 button.

3 Hold

I'/11 pressed

until the '%=J' indicator

chan,_es.,_ from blinking to a steadv_ light. When
the ,%mr, indicator lights, the white balance
setting will be complete.

4 Press

the • button

to end the setting.

Note:
• The white balance set using the "Set" option will be
stored in memory until it is re-set,
• Do not use a colored object when setting the white
balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set.
• The setting on white balance "Set" may not be
possible in a dark place, Also, the white balance
cannot be set when the zoom bar is in the digital
zoom range (p, 50). In such status, the "L=d' indicator
will remain blinking. Set the white balance in a bright
place with "Dig. Zoom Off" specified.
• If the recording conditions have changed, re-set the
white balance for appropriate colors.
• The setting will be stored in memory even when the
DVD video camera/recorder
is turned off: The '&mz"
indicator will blink when the DVD video camera/
recorder is turned on next time. Re-set the white
balance as needed.

USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER (EIS)
When you use zoom (see page 50) to record
recorded image.

1 Press

the MENU button,

"Canrera Functions
then press the I_/||

2 Choose

the "On"
I_,'11 button.

3 Press

choose "EIS" on tile

Setup"
button.

o1: "Off",

the MENU button

a magnified

menu screen,

and

then

press

and

the

to end the setting.

Note:
• You can check EIS On or Off by the on-screen
information display.
• The EIS setting will be stored in memory even when
the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.

subject

image,

it will correct fuzziness

in tile

• After recording with EIS set to "Off", it is
recommended that you return the setting to "On" and
then turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, unless
you normally record with "Off" setting.
• It is recommended that you specify "EIS Off" when
using the DVD video camera/recorder on a desk or
tripod.
• When "EIS On" is specified, there will be a slight
difference between the actual movement and the
movement on screen,
• Gross camera shake may not be entirely corrected
even if "EIS On" is specified: Firmly hold the DVD
video camera/recorder with both hands.
• EIS may not operate correctly
conversion lens is used.

when the tele or wide-

RECORDING SUBJECT USING LARGE MAGNIFICATION (DIGITAL ZOOM)
See page

50 for setting

on digital

zoom.

REDUCING WIND NOISE DURING RECORDING

(MIC.FILTER)

When recording sound from the microphone
built into this DVD video camera/recordel,
you can
reduce wind noise in recording.
If "MIC.Filter: ON" is specified, the low-frequency
components
in the sound picked up by
microphone
will be cut off during recording: This makes it easier to hear the target voice or sound
during playback.
1 Press the MENU

button,

choose "MlC.Filter"

on the "Camera Functions Setup" menu
screen, and then press the I_/|| button.
2 Choose the desired
I_/|| button.

option,

Press the MENU button

and then press the

Note:
• You can also use the on-screen
the MIC.Filter has been set,

display to confirm that

• The MIC.Filter setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD video camera/recorder
is turned off,
• The MIC.Filter
recording.

function will work only during movie

to end the setting.

Setting

Up Record

Functions

SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY (VIDEO MODE)
Choose

1 Press

the movie

quality

the MENU button,

from

"XTRA',

"FINE",

use the I_1_/_)'1/

•4q/)H_/l_/ll
buttons to choose "VIDEO
Mode" on the "Record Functions Setup"
menu screen, and then press the I_/|| button.
2 Choose the desired quality
press the I_'/11 button.
3 Press the MENU button

mode, and then

to end the setting.

"STD'.

Note:
• The movie quality setting will be stored in memory
even when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned
off.
• When using a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc, the
"VIDEO Mode" setting will not change even if the disc
is replaced.
• When using DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc you
cannot switch the setting on movie quality or widescreen mode while recording on the disc: The DVD
video camera/recorder will be automatically set to the
movie quality or wide-screen mode first used with the
disc for recording.
• When using a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW:
You cannot specify the combination of "VIDEO Mode:
STD" and "16:9 On". If you specify "16:9 On" and try
to switch the VIDEO Mode to STD from XTRA or
FINE, the screen will automatically switch to the 4:3aspect ratio display.
• The movie quality setting is effective only during
movie recording: The setting will not be displayed
during recording of stills.

Block-like noise may appear in recorded image, or the outline of subject image is distorted under the
recording conditions
listed below. Pan the DVD video camera/recorder
as slowly as possible. (Block
noise is likely to appear in the "STD" mode):
• If there is a complicated
pattern in background
(as in following figure on left);
• If the DVD xideo camera/recorder
is moxed excessively o1:quickly;
• If subject is moving rapidly even when the DVD _ideo camera/recorder
is not moving.

(Image when block-like noise occurs)

(Image without block-like noise)

SETTING TO WIDE TV SCREEN MODE (16:9 MODE)
When viewing recorded images later on a wide-screen
TV (aspect ratio 16:9), specify wide-screen
(16:9) mode "On": You can also record images with the aspect ratio changed (the aspect ratio with
"Off" is 4:3).
The following figures compare the images displayed on LCD monitor and in viewfinder
when the
wide-screen
mode is "err' and "off".

"16:9 On" specified
(aspect ratio 16:9)

"16:9 Off" specified
(aspect ratio 4:3)

1 Press

the MENU button, choose "16:9" on the
"Record Setup Functions"
menu screen, and
then press the I_/|l button.

2 Choose

"err',

and then press the _'/||

3 Press the MENU button

button.

to end the setting.

When x iewing playback on an ordinary TV screen late1; specify "16:9 Off": Recording with "16:9 On"
specified will be played back on an ordinary TV with longer vertical direction of image.

An image recorded

with "16:9 On" specified

will appear

Display on LCD monitor screen

Images recorded

with "16:9 Off" specified

Display on LCD monitor screen

as follows:

Display in viewfinder

will appear

as follows:
Display in viewfinder

Note:
• The 16:9 setting will be kept even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.
• When using a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW:
You cannot specify the combination of "VIDEO Mode: STD" and "16:9 On". If you specify "16:9 On" and try to
switch the VIDEO Mode to STD from XTRA or FINE, the screen will automatically switch to the 4:3-aspect ratio
display.
• When using DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R,
switching between wide mode (16:9) and normal mode (4:3) will not be
possible while using the same disc.
• Images recorded with "16:9 On" (aspect ratio 16:9) specified will be played back with the setting used during
recording regardless of the 16:9 setting then being used.
• To view images recorded at 16:9 setting, switch the aspect ratio of your TV: See TV instruction manual for this
switching.
• When using a video selector, the TV may not automatically be switched to 16:9 mode.
• When the power switch is set to "1_1"or "[]", the aspect ratio of screen in recording pause will be 4:3 regardless of
the setting on 16:9 wide mode.
• If you connect the DVD video camera/recorder with a disc recorded in wide mode to a TV with 4:3 display only
and play it back, vertically long images will appear. To display 4:3 images, set "TV type" (p. 103) to 4:3 and view
the images.
• If you play back a +RW recorded in wide mode on a DVD recorder/player, etc. vertically long images will appear
even on a wide-screen TV. In this case, change the setting on the DVD recorder/player, or set "TV type" (p. 103) to
4:3 and view the images.

SWITCHING QUALITY OF STILL IMAGE (QUALITY)
You can switch the still recording

1 Press

the MENU button,

quality

only when using card.

use tile I_1/1_1_1/

_'II/10"/I_/11
buttons to choose "Quality" on
the "Record Functions Setup" menu screen,
and then press the I_'/|| button.

2 Choose

the option
the I,,/11 button.

you want, and then press

3 Press

tile MENU button

to end the setting.

Note:
• The still quality setting will be stored in memory even
when the DVD video camera/recorder
is turned off.
• The quality of photos recorded on DVD-RAM
equivalent to "FINE" on card.

SELF-TIMER
You can record photos

using the self-timer

function,

1 Press

the MENU button, use the I_1/1101/
_I/1_/1_/11
buttons to choose "Self Timer"
on the "Record Functions Setup" nrenu
screen, and then press the I_/11 button.

2 Select "On", and then press the I_/11 button.
The self-timer

3 Press

as with ordinary

cameras.

Note:
• You can also check that self-timer has been set by
reviewing the on-screen information.
• To release the self-timer mode, choose "Off" on the
menu screen or turn DVD video camera/recorder off.
• To suspend self-timer, press the PHOTO button again
before recording starts, or press the • button.

will be set.

the MENU button

to end the setting.

4 Press the PHOTO button.
The recording indicator
video camera/recorder
The self-timer indicator

at the front of DVD
will blink.
will start to count

down, and recording will commence
approximately
10 seconds later.

SETTING ON-SCREEN
]f you
switch
screen.
1

connect
this DVD video canrera/recorder
off tile on-screen
information
(displayed

Press

the MENU

"_1/I"1_/1_111
Output"
menu
2

DISPLAY OUTPUT ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT)

Choose
button.

on
screen,
"On"

button,

buttons
tile "Record
and

then

or "Off",

use

the I_1_/1,'11_1/

to choose
Functions
press
and

"OSD
Setup"

tile I_/11
press

button.

the I_/11

to a TV to view
in tile viewfinder

images
on TV screen,
you carl
o1: on the LCD screen)
from tile TV

Note:
• The "OSD Output" setting will be stored in memory
even when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned
off.
• Even if "Off" is chosen, the on-screen information will
appear during playback. See page 72 for playback onscreen information display.
• Even after the on-screen information is removed from
the TV screen, it will still appear in the viewfinder or
on the LCD screen.

"On" setting

"Off" setting

TV screen

Using

Disc

Navigation

STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC NAVIGATION
Disc Navigation
is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder.
Here is an explanation on "scene" and "program",
so that you will be able to make most use of Disc
Navigation
function.
The screens in this instruction manual are basically those that will appear when DVD-RAM disc is
used: Some items will not appear when DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
disc or card is used, but the
operation is the same.

Before You Begin

1 Press

• Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on (p 29)
• When using disc: Set the power switch to "4m" or 'l_l"
• When using card: Set the power switch to "D"

the DISC NAVIGATION

The Disc Na_ igation screen
page 66) will appear.

2 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.
(shown

button

again.

Disc Navigation
will be ternrinated
and the
DVD video camera/rocorder
will enter the
l_cording pause status.
You can also press the • button to end Disc
Navigation.

Thumbnail
Selected scene q number/
--Number
of all scenes
Cursor---Current
Still image icon '2Operation

guide .3-

page position .4

Bar graph

Disc type icon .5

*2
*3

Scene:
Video (movie) .......... "One scene" refers to images recorded from one press of REC button until recording is
stopped by pressing the REC button again.
Photo (still) .............. "One scene" refers to a single photo recording by pressing the PHOTO button,
No still icon will appear for card.
The operation guide will vary depending on the operation status of DVD video camera/recorde_

*4
*5

Appears wben 13 scenes or more have been recorded,
"_1" will appear for card.

Icons to be displayed
.................

on thumbnail:

Skip (p. 81)

•

......................

Fade-in

•

......................

Fade-out

r_ .....................

(p. 80)
(p. 80)

Lock (p. 84)

Note:
• Pressing the DISPLAY button will display the
recording date/time of the scene on which the cursor
is placed in the space for operating guide, Pressing
DISPLAY again will display the operating guide.
• If no disc or card is inserted, the Disc navigation
screen cannot be displayed even by pressing the
DISC NAVIGATION button.
• Each time Disc Navigation is started with a DVD-RW
(VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc inserted, message "Creating
Thumbnail .,." will appear. After the message appears
the Disc Navigation screen will appear.
• If the following disc or card is inserted, the Disc
Navigation screen will appear or some message will
be displayed:
- Write-protected disc
- Finalized DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW
disc
- DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
recorded on a Hitachi
DVD video camera/recorder
model other than DZGXSO8OA/GX502OA/GX5OOOA
- Locked card
• Do not leave the disc navigation screen displayed on
TV to which the DVD video camera/recorder is
connected: Doing so could damage the TV screen,
possibly by burning,

PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION SCREEN

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Use

button.

the 1_14/_1_1/'4_1/11_1_ buttons
the desired scene.

to select

The selected scene will be fl:amed: This is
called a "cursor".

3 Press

tile l_/ll

Plavback

button.

will start from the selected

scene.

Note:
Pressing the "41"4or _ button will move the cursor
to the preceding or following scene.
Pressing the 1'44 or _
button will move to
preceding or following page.

ADJUSTING VOLUME DURING PLAYBACK
If the LCD monitor is open during playback of movie, playback sound will be heard from the
speaker. Adjust the sound volume using the zoom lever. Tilt it to the "T" side to increase the volume,
"W" side to reduce the volume.

Volume

OWhen playback ends

OPlaying back photos

The DVD video camera/
recorder will enter the

A photo on DVD-RAM disc will be displayed
for approx. 3 seconds. When playing back
photos on card, playback will stop after each
photo playback.
Note:
• Press the _'/11 button to temporarily stop playback.
Pressing 1_/|| again will start from that point.
• If you press the I_/|| button after playback of the last
scene on disc finishes, playback will start again from
the beginning of disc.
• Pressing the • button will always restore the Disc
Navigation screen.
• When playing back photos on card, "Playback"will
appear. In the case of a photo with a large number of
pixels, it will take some time for the photo to appear.

playback pause status at
the last image of last scene.
Pressing the • or DISC
NAVIGATION button will

Playback pause

restore the Disc Navigation screen.
When the playback pause status continues for as
long as 5 minutes, the Disc Navigation screen
will automatically
be restored.

Insert

Before You Begin

]

a disc or card

recorded

on this DVD video

camera/recorder

(p. 39,

4O).
Turn the DVD video

camera/recorder

on (p. 29).

PLAYING BACK LATEST RECORDED SCENE

2 Press
the• button.
Playback
will stop, and
status
will be restored.

Press the I_'/|| button
status.

in the recording

pause

The DVD video camera/recorder
will enter
the playback mode, and the scene you have
recorded last will be played back.
When playback is finished, the DVD video
camera/rocorder
will enter the pause status
at the last image on disc.
If the playback pause status continues for as
long as 5 minutes, the DVD video camera/
recorder will automatically
return to the
recording pause status.

recording

pause

Note:
• To temporarily stop playback, press the I_/11 button.
Press the I_/11 button again to restart playback.
• Even if you stop playback midway and immediately
start recording again, the new image will be recorded
after the last scene on disc or card (the previous
images will not be overwritten).
• Image data edited on PC, etc., orthe recorded image
may not appear on this DVD video camera/recorder;
also, the recorded sound may not play back,
depending on the type of image data.
• Image data recorded on another DVD video camera/
recorder or DVD recorder may not be played on this
DVD video camera/recorder.
• Depending on the amount
it may take some time for
appear.
• Do not operate the power
while the ACCESS/PC or

of data to be played back,
the playback image to
switch or remove the card
CARD ACCESS indicator is

lit or blinking; Doing so may damage the card or the
data on card.
• If a disc recorded is used at high temperatures,
normal playback may be impossible: Turn the DVD
video camera/recorder off once, wait until the ambient
temperature becomes lower, and then operate it
again.

DELETING LAST RECORDED SCENE

1 Press
2 Choose

the MENU button

playback.

3 Choose
The

"Edit", "Delete

press 1_/11.
The screen for verifying

during

Scene", and then
deletion

will appear.

"YES",

and

last recorded

the recording

then

scene

pause

press
will

status

l,,/n.

be deleted,
will

and

be restored.

Note:
• If you press the MENU button during playback using
the Disc Navigation menu, "Delete Scene" will not
appear.

CAPTURING
You can record

an image displayed

during

playback

1 Press

the MENU button at a scene you wish
to capture during playback.

2 Choose

"Edit",

"PHOTO

press ll,./ii.
The screen for verifying

:3Choose

PHOTO

"YES",

and

The capturod

scene

Capture",
capture

then

press

and then

will appear.

on a card.

Note;
• You can also press PHOTO button for the scene you
wish to capture in step 1 : The screen for verifying
capture will appear, Choose "YES", and then press
)/11: The scene will be recorded on a card.
• A captured photo is played back on the DVD video
camera/recorder as follows:
When captured from a video recorded with 16:9 (wide
mode) On specified:
Number of pixels (JPEG
standard): 640 x 360

_'/11.

will be recorded

of video as a photo

on a

card.

When captured from a
video recorded with 16:9
(wide mode) Off
specified:
Number of pixels (JPEG
standard): 640 x 480

SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE
During playback, press the _
or _
hold it: Search playback will start.
Hold down _

button

and

Scenes will be visually
Hold down _1 :

scanned

forward.

Note;
• If the temperature inside the DVD video camera/
recorder rises, normal skip or search playback may
not be possible; Turn the DVD video camera/recorder
off, wait for a few moments and then turn it on again,

Scenes will be visually scanned backward.
Release the _1 or _
button when vou find the
desired image:
Normal playback

will start from that point.

FRAME ADVANCE/FRAME
During playback pause,
button: Frame advance,
playback will start.
Press _
Picture
Press _

once:
will advance
once:

press the _1 or
franre back oi: slow

one frame.

Picture will go back one frame.
Hold down _
:
Forward slow playback.
Hold down _1 :
Reverse

BACK/SLOW PLAYBACK OF MOVIE

slow playback.

After

frame

advance,

frame

playback,
the DVD video
enter
the playback
pause

back

or slow

camera/recorder
status.

will

Note:
• In slow playback, a rapidly moving subject image may
be distorted.
• The intervals for playing back frames in frame
advance/frame back/slow playback are as follows:
Frame advance and forward slow: Approx. 0.03
seconds
Frame back and reverse slow: Approx. 0,5 seconds
• No sound will be heard during search playback or
slow playback.

SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE
During playback, press the 144 or _1_ button
locate the start of desired scene.

Portion being played back

Press D,_| once:

Press 1'44

Press 144

Press _

Press

To skip to the first image of the scene
following the one being played back, and start
playback.
Press 144 once:
To return to the first image of the scene being
played back, and start playback.
Hold down D,_| :
To continuously
locate the beginnings of
scenes, starting from the scene following the
scene being played back. When the desired
inrage appears, release the button: Plavback
will start from that point.
Hold down 144 :
To continuously
locate the beginnings of
scenes backward, starting from the scene
preceding the scene currently being played
back. When the desirod image appears, release
the button: Playback will start from that point.

Portion being played back
Press 1'44

Press _

, n,e
,

Press

J n,e

Scene 1

"I¢" Scene 2

t ,se
,'/_cSce_e 3_

Pressing the 144 button at a portion several seconds
from the start of scene being played back will return
to the start of the scene preceding that being played
back.

Note:
• If you perform skip playback during playback pause,
the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the
playback pause status at the beginning of the located
scene.
• Pressing the _
button in the last scene on disc will
set the DVD video camera/recorder to the playback
pause status at the last image.
• If the temperature inside the DVD video camera/
recorder rises, normal skip or search playback may
not be possible: Turn the DVD video camera/recorder
off wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.

PLAYING BACK STILLS
Press the 144 or DH_Ibutton during playback
quickly play back stills in sequence.
Press D,_| once:
To display stills one by one forward.
Press 1414 once:
To display

stills one by one backward.

[When

using

Releasing
continuous

disc]

the _

or b_l

button

start

[When using card]
When the _
or b_l button is released, the
photo at that point will be displayed, and then
the DVD video canrera/recorder
will enter the
playback pause status.
Use the slide show function
display

will

playback.

(p. 103).

for continuous

JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO)
1 Press the MENU button
during

2 Choose

Top:
To go to the start, and enter playback
End:

playback.
the option

(point you want to go
to), and then press tile I_/||

OSpecifying

To go to the end of last scene, and enter
playback pause.
Specify:
To go to a specified point and enter playback
pause. See the following for details.

button.

the point to view

1 Cfioose

"Specify" in step 2 abo, e, and then
press the I_'/11 button.
The screen for specifying
will appear.
Position of currently

the point to go to
Total recording time of

3 Press

the 1_/|| button

to enter

the selection.

The DVD video canrera/recorder
will go to
the specified point and enter the playback
pause status.
Pressing I_'/11 again will start playback.
To cancel the "Go To" procedure midway,
the • button before going to the specified

2 Use

the I_l_/_l_l/_l/l_l_

the desired

buttons

to select

time of chosen point.

Press

141'4

To select

the start.

Press

Dd_|

To select

the end.

Press

• Press

pause.

or _

press
point.

Note:
• If multiple scenes are selected using the Disc
Navigation function or SELECT button, choosing
"Top" will jump to the beginning of selected scenes
(p. 97).
• When multiple scenes are selected, the total time of
selected scenes will appear in the "total recording
time" display.
• With card the number of stills will appear at the
"TOP", "CURRENT", "END" and "GO TO" indicators.
• The cursor may net move at same-pitch intervals.

once:

To move

the cursor

(]-still units
• Hold down:
To move
(]O-still

the cursor
units

in ]O-second

units

for card)
in ]-minute

units

for card)

(When the start of scene is selected)

SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES

1 Press

the DIS(-" NAVIGATION

Use the I_1_/_1,'1/,_1/11_
the desired
scene.

Press

the SELECT

The selected
vellow.

button

scene

button.
buttons

once:

will be framed

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Usetile

select

to select

in red

SELECTING CONSECUTIVE

1 Press

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly
multiple scenes.

and

SCENES TOGETHER

button.

Note."
• You can know the status of scenes from the colors of

I_1_/_1,'1/,_1/

cursor and bargraph:
E£1_A_IPrograms

00_,014 ]

buttons
to point tile
cursor
at tile first scene
in the range of scenes
vou want
to select.

Yellow

Light

blue

Current

Blue

Light

blue

Range of scenes
selected

Yellow frame
Hold down
the
SELECT
button
least

one

Red
for at

E£1_A_IPrograms

00_,014 ]

second:

The selected

scene will

be doubly framed
vellow and blue.

_NTE_

_ANCEL

Double frames in
yellow and blue

to select the

last scene in the range
you want, and then
press

Scenes

already

position
being
selected

• Pressing the )/11 button after selecting scenes will
play back only the selected scenes from the
beginning of each.
To cancel a selected scene, select the scene to be
canceled, and then press the SELECT button,
To cancel all selected scenes, press the • button.
You can also select scenes in reverse from the last
scene in the range.
To release multiple selection press the • or SELECT
button before pressing the I_/11 button in step 4,
Up to 999 scenes can be selected for both disc and
card.

4 Use
the I_1_/_1_1/_1/
buttons

Yellow

cursor

the I1,'/11 button:

The thumbnails

scenes in the specified
range will be franred in
red, and then se]ected,

When scenes up to
this point are selected

The

Disc

Na_ igation

mode

will

allow

a variety

of further

operations.

FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC NAVIGATION

Editing of scenes

Setting special
effects to scenes

A*I You can delete unnecessary scenes,
combine scenes, or divide one scene.
•

You can attach fade and skip to a
scene, and change existing thumbnails.

•

80 - 82

Copy from disc to
card

You can copy photos recorded
DVD-RAM disc to card.

Scene lock

You can lock any scene so that it will
not be deleted by mistake: Essential
scenes are thereby protected, and
recording another still is possible.

You can display information
on one
scene or multiple scenes, such as
image quality, recording time, etc.

Scene information
display
Changing

•

title

You can change

77 - 79

the title of play list or

88, 96

program.
Creation

of play list

You can create
changing

Disc or Card
initialization

•

Remaining
(Capacity)

•

an original

the combination

movie by

•

You can initialize a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/
+RW disc or card so that it can be used
on this DVD video camera/recorder.

•

The
remaining
recordable
time or
number
of recordable
stills movie
is displayed.

•

Disc protection

You can protect the DVD-RAM/DVDRW (VR-mode) disc to prevent
deletion or editing by mistake.

Disc finalization

You can use this DVD video camera/

0 *2 •

Repeat

play

Slide show

display

Unfinalizing

of scenes.

•

100

recorder to finalize any DVD-RW/
DVD-R/+RW disc recorded on it so
that the disc can be viewed on DVD
recorder/player,
etc.

•

disc

•
•

You can unfinalize a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/
+RW that was finalized on this DVD video
camera/recorder so that additional videos
can be recorded on the disc.

101

You can repeatedly play back
programs and scenes.

102

You can play back stills continuously.

103

.1 Only deletion is possible.
*2 Additional recording can be made on a finalized DVD-RW (VR-mode).
Note:
Setting special effects to scenes (fade, skip, thumbnail) are unique to this DVD video camera/recorder.
When a disc
with any effects set on this DVD video camera/recorder is directly played back on a DVD recorder/player or read into
PC, the set effect results will not be reflected in the playback or reading. To reflect the set effect results, connect
both devices using the AV/S output cable and then perform recording (Dubbing, p. 107).

UNDERSTANDING

FLOW OF DISC NAVIGATION MENU

Press tile MENU button on tile Disc Navigation
screen: The menu screens for Disc Navigation
menu screens for disc and card will appear.
Shaded items will also appear in Quick Menu display mode (see page 48).
Refer to pages indicated for details of settings.

OWhen using DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
Scene

and

(VR-mode) disc

Select
(p. 85)
Detail
(p. 86)
,1 DVD-RAM only

h
E

Play list --

Program _

Select
Play
Create
Edit

(p.
(p.
(p.
(p.

Title
Delete

(p. 96)
(p. 96)

Select

(p. 87)

(p. 79)
(p. 79)

""1

91)
91)
90)
92 - 95)

*2Will appear when a
playlistisdisplayed.

(p. 81)
(p. 82)
Start -_ Current
Current -_ End
All
Go To

(p. 85)
(p. 85)
(p. 85)
Top
End

(p. 97)
(p. 97)

Disc
G_

Disc
Update Controllnfo.
*4 DVD-RW(VR-rnode)
only

(p. 98)
(p. 98)
(p. 99)

(p. 88)
Category *s
etc

(p. 102)

II
VIDEO
PHOTO

(p. 102)
(p. 102)
(p. 102)

DVD-RAMonly

OWhen using DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW
Scene

_'1'_
_

Program
£_[

_
_

Go To --'r_
_,

disc

Select

(p. 85)

Start-_

Current

(p. 85)

Detail

(p. 86)

Current -_ End
Art

(p. 85)
(p. 85)

Select
Play

(p. 87)
(p. 88)

Top
End

(p, 97)
(p. 97)

Disc
G_
Capacity
(p. 98)
*s DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW
only

OWhen using card
8_[
Scene

-_,_

Go To --'r_
_

Card

Lock
Select
Detail

(p. 84)
(p. 85)
(p. 86)

Top
End

(p. 97)
(p. 97)

Start-_ Current
Current -_ End
Art
Slide Show
q_

(p. 85)
(p. 85)
(p. 85)

Scene
DELETING SCENES (EDIT-

DELETE)

You may want to delete unwanted
scenes.
Scenes on DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc cannot
appear with DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
When using +RW, no scene can be deleted

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

the MENU button.

4 Choose

"Scene",

"Edit",

"Delete",

press the _'/|| button.
When using card, choose "Scene",
and then press the _'/|| button.
5 The "Delete

and menu item "Delete"
menu

will not

(see page 68).

Note:

button.

2 Select the scene to be deleted.

3 Press

be deleted,

disc.
from tile Disc Navigation

and then
"Delete",

Scene" screen will appear:

If you

are sure you want to delete the selected
press the _'/|| button.

scene,

• To delete an unwanted part of a scene on DVD-RAM/
DVD-RW (VR-mode) disc, divide the scene first, and
then delete the unnecessary part (see page 78),
• If you delete all data on disc or card, initializing the
disc or card will be recommended (see page 97).
• If the time of deleted scenes (stills) is quite short, the
remaining free space of disc may not increase in the
disc or card remaining indicator.
• The locked scenes on card cannot be deleted (see
page 84),

If you want to change the scene to be deleted,
vou can change it on this screen.
6 The screen

for x erifying

deletion

will appear:

Choose
button.

"YES", and then press the _'/||

Choose

"NO"

to cancel deletion.

After Yes or No setting,
screen will be restored.
Repeat steps

the "Delete Scene"

5 and 6 to delete other scenes.

7 Press the • button

to quit.

OEditing
Press

using submenu

the MENU

button

before

pressing

the I_/11 button

in step

5 (see

page

77): The

submenu

will

tile cursor

is on

appear.
Edit

------T--L--.

Delete .......................
To delete selected
scenes
Exit ............................
To restore
the Disc Na_ igation
Start _ Current
....... To select scenes from the start

Select

at the moment

T
I---Go To _
L..-.

Pressing
Note:
Although
setting.

screen
to tile one that

the •

Current
_ End ........ To select
All .............................
To select

scenes front
all scenes

Top ............................
End ............................

the cursor
the cursor

button

will

the submenu

restore

To move
To move

the screen

in step

the scene

the cursor

is on

to the end

to the first scene
to the last scene

screen will appear for each setting, some menu items may not appear, depending on the

DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT - DIVIDE)
You can divide a scene into two parts.
To delete unnecessary
portion of scene, first dix ide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary
portion.

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

Choose "NO" to cancel division.
After division, the "Divide Scene" screen will
be restored.

2 Select the scene to be divided.
3 Press the MENU button.

4 Choose,

Repeat steps 5 - 7 to divide
8

"Scene",

"Edit", "Divide"

and then

press the IWII button.
5 The "Divide

Scene" screen will appear:

If you

are sure you want to divide the selected
scene, press the b'/ll button: The selected
scene will be played back.
If you want to change the scene to be divided,
you can change it on this screen.
O When
point

you
where

reach
you

the
want

to di_ ide the scene,

button.
press the SELECT

The

The status bar of
scone being played

screen

for x erifying

di_ ision will appear:
Choose "YES", and then
press the IWII button,

i '[

back can be switched
off or on by pressing
the DISPLAY button

Press

the •

button

another

scene.

to quit.

Note:
• If you press the MENU button before pressing the
I_/11 button in step 5, the submenu will appear,
• Search and frame advance are useful when
designating division points.
• Combining scenes that were divided will restore the
original scene (see page 79),
• If a special effect has been added to the original
scene, the "IN" effect will be added to the first half of
scene, and the "OUT" effect to the latter half,
• The division point may drift before or after the
designated point by approximately 0,5 seconds,
• Since a scene with a skip set cannot be played back,
no division point can be specified: Release the skip
for the scene before dividing it,
• If the division point is at a still, a message will appear,
but no division will be made.
• If the division point is at the start or end of a scene, a
message will appear, but no division will be made,
• A movie scene whose recording time is 0.5 seconds
or less cannot be divided.
• If free space available on disc is insufficient, division
will not be possible: Delete unnecessary scenes,

COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES (EDIT - COMBINE)
If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining
Navigation.
Be sure to select consecutive
multiple scenes. Combining
All" is specified (p. 102). Stills cannot be combined.

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press

the MENU button,

"Edit",

"Combine",

button.

choose "Scene",

"Combine Scenes" screen will appear:
Point the cursor at the first scene to be
combined, and then press the I_'/|| button.
The cursor will change to double frames of
blue and yellow.
the I_1_/_1_/'_II/11_

buttons

determine the range of scenes to be
combined, point the cursor at the last scene,
and then press the I_/ll button.
The cursor will change to a red frame. The
last scene will be double frames of red and
yellow.
5 If you do not wish to change the scenes to be
combined, press the I_/|| button.
To change the scenes, press the • (STOP/
EXIT) button to return the cursor to yello_5
and then select the scenes to be combined
again.

scenes is possible

by the use of Disc

only when "Category:

6 The screen

for _ erifying combination
will
appear: Choose "YES", and then press the
I,'/II button.

and then press I_/11

3 The

4 Use

them will be facilitated

The two images appearing on the verification
screen are those of the first and last scenes to
be combined.
Choose "NO" to cancel combination.
After Yes or No setting, the "Combine
Scenes" screen will be restored.
The thumbnail of the first scene will appear
the combined scene.
Repeat

steps 3 and 6 to combine

Press the •

button

other scenes.

to quit.

Note:
• You can also select multiple scenes after step 1:
Press the MENU button to continue the procedure of
combination.
• If you press the MENU button before pressing the
1_/11 button in step 3, the submenu will appear (see
page 78).
• With fade effect, the "IN" effect of the first video in the
selected range and the "OUT" effect on the last video
will be attached to a combined scene.
• Scenes in different programs (different recording
dates) cannot be combined: Create a play list first,
and then combine such scenes on the play list.

ARRANGING

ORDER OF SCENES (EDIT - MOVE)

You can arrange scenes within a play list by mox ing them to desired positions (p. 95). Create a play
list first, and then arrange the scenes ["CREATING NEW PLAY LIST (CREATE)", p. 90].

DIRECTING
SCENES
EFFECTIVELY
You
can add fading
to the beginning
and/or end (EFFECTof scene.
There are three types of special effects:
Fade Out

FADE)

Fade Out

Fade In

White:
Fades in from white screen
Fades out to white screen

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Select

the scene for adding

button.

special effects.

3 Press the MENU button.
"Scene",

"Effect",

Fade In
B/W:
Fades in from Black and
White screen to color screen
Fades out from color screen
to Black and White screen

Wipe:
Fades in from black screen
to vertical direction of screen
Fades out from vertical
direction of screen to black
screen

1 Press

4 Choose,

Fade Out

"Fade"

7 Press

the • button

to quit.

The ",41" and/or "1_" icon(s) will appear in
the scenes for which fade in and/or fade out
have been set.

and then

press the I"/11 button.
"In" effect
5 The "Fade" screen will appear: ]f you are sure
you want to add tile fade effect to the scene,
press the I1,,/|| button.
If you want to change the scene to which fade
is added, you can change it on this screen.

6 Select

the special effects for "IN" and/or
"OUT", choose "Enter", and then press the
I_/11 but[on.
You can use I_1_/_1_ to move the cursor to
"IN", "OUT", "Enter" or "Cancel".
Use '_1/11,'_ to choose the effect to be added,
and then press I1"/|| to set the effect.
To cancel setting, choose "Cancel".
If you choose "Enter" and press I_/|l, the
"Fade" screen will be restored after a message
appears.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add fade to other
sceiles.

"Out" effect
Note:
If a disc on which fade has been set on scene with this
DVD video camera/recorder is played on a DVD
reorder/player,or the scene is captured into a PC, the
set fade will not be reflected (see Note on page 74).

PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES (EFFECT - SKIP)
You can specify "Skip"

1 Press

for scenes you do not want to play back: Tile selected

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

2 Select tile scene to be skipped.

3 Press

"Scene",

"Effect",

"Skip",

to quit.

and then

press the I1,,/|| button.

Skip icon

5 The "Set Skip" screen will appear:
sure you want to skip the selected
press the I1,,/|| button.

If you are
scene,

If you want to change the scene to be
skipped, you can change it on this screen.
After skip setting, the "Set Skip" screen will
be restored.
Repeat step 5 to set skipping

button

A skip icon "_"
will appear in the
thunrbnail of anv scene for which skipping
has been set.

the MENU button.

4 Choose

6 Press tile •

scenes will be skipped.

OReleasing

Skip

Perform the same procedure as setting skip: The
skip icon will disappear and skipping of the
scene will be released.

of other scenes.
Note:
• Multiple scenes can be selected for skipping (p. 73).
• If you press the MENU button before pressing the
1_'/|| button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear
(p. 78).
• If a disc on which skip has been set on scene with
this DVD video camera/recorder is played on a DVD
reorder/player, or the scene is captured into a PC, the
set skip will not be reflected (see Note on page 74).

CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS

(EFFECT - THUMBNAIL)

Normally, the first image of the recorded scene is displayed as a thumbnail: You can choose another
image of the scene for thumbnail. If you set a vivid image to thumbnail, you carl know what you
recorded h:om a glance at the Disc Navigation
screen.

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Select

the thumbnail

button.

Note:
• If you press the MENU button before pressing the
I_/11 button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear
(see page 78).
• A thumbnail of still cannot be changed.
• Since the scene to which skipping is set cannot be
played back, you will not be able to change its
thumbnail: Release the skip setting of the scene to
change the thumbnail.
• If a disc on which thumbnail has been set with this

of tile scene to be

changed.
3 Press the MENU button.

4 Choose

"Scene",

"Effect",

then press the I_/||

"Thumbrlail',

and

button.

DVD video camera/recorder
is played on a DVD
reorder/player, or the scene is captured into a PC, the
set thumbnail will not be reflected (see Note on
page 74).

5 The "Change Thumbnail"
screen will appear:
If you are sure you want to change the
thumbnail of the selected scene, press the
II_/|| button: The selected scene will be played
back.
If you want to change the scene whose
thumbnail is to be changed, you can change
on this screen.

6 When

the image you want to use as the
thumbnail of the scene appears, press the
SELECT button.

7 The

screen for verifying switching of
thumbnail will appear: Choose "YES", and
then press the I_/|| button.

Choose "NO"
thunrbnai].

to cancel switching

After Yes or No setting, the "Change
Thumbnail"
screen will be restored.
Repeat

steps 5 - 7 to change

8 Press the • button

to quit.

the other scenes.

COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO CARD (COPY)
I Set tile power

2 Press

switch to "41" or "1"1".

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

3 Select tile still to be copied.
4 Press the MENU button.
5 Choose "Copy" on tile "Scene"
and then press tile I_'/|| button.

menu screen,

6 The "Copy to card" screen will appear: If you
are sure you want to copy the selected still,
press the I_'/|| button.

Note:
• No movie can be copied.
• If you press the MENU button before pressing the
1_/11 button in step 6, the submenu screen will appear
(p, 78).
• See "Category" (p, 102) to check the stills recorded
on DVD-RAM disc.
• You can also select multiple scenes (p. 73).
• Even if all scenes, including movies, are selected to
be copied, only stills will be copied,
• Data on card cannot be copied to disc,
• The quality of still copied from disc to card will be the
same as when you recorded still on disc,
• Stills recorded on a device other than this DVD video
camera/recorder may not be copied normally.

If you want to change the still to be copied,
you carl change it on this screen.

7 The

screen for x erifying copy will appear:
Choose "YES", and then press the I_'/||
button.
Choose "NO" to cancel cop}_
After Yes or No setting, the "Copy to card"
screen will be restored.
Repeat steps 6 and 7 to copy other stills to
car(].

8 Press the • button

to quit.

LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK)
You can lock each photo

1 Set the

power

recorded

on card so that it will not be deleted

OTo unlock the scene

switch to "tt_".

2 Press the DISC NAVIGATION

Select the locked scene, and then use the same
procedure as above to unlock the scene: The lock
icon will disappear
and locking will be released.

button.

3 Select the scene to be locked.

4 Press
5

the MENU button.

Choose
and

"Lock"

then

press

on the "Scene"
the _/||

screen,

button.

6 The

"Lock Set" screen will appear: If you are
sure you want to lock the selected scene,
press the I,,/11 button.

Lock icon
If you want to change the scene to be locked,
you can change it on this screen.
After setting, the "Lock Set" screen will be
restored.
Repeat

7 Press

step 6 to lock another
the • button

scene.

to quit.

The lock icon "_" will appear
for which lock has been set.

or edited by mistake.

on any scene

Note:
• If you press the MENU button before pressing the
I_/11 button in step 6, the submenu screen will appear
(p. 78),
• You can also select multiple scenes (p, 73).
• When initializing the card, the locked scenes will also
be deleted,

SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN (SELECT)
You can use this "Select" function to select consecutix e scenes at one time.
This function is useful when there are nunlerous scenes.
1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Point

button.

the cursor at the first or last scene to be

selected: When selecting
proceed with step 3.

all scenes, simply

Choose

5 Choose

"Select"

on tile "Scene"

screen.

"Start -_

Current", "Current
End" or "All" and then
press the I1_/|| button.

3 Press the MENU button.

ODeselecting

selected scenes

Deselecting scenes one by one:
While you are displaying
the "All Programs"
screen on which scenes have been selected,
choose the scene to be deselected and then press
the SELECT button.

Deselecting all the selected scenes at once:
While you are displaying
the "All Programs"
screen on which scenes have been selected, press
the • button.

Note:
Up to 999 scenes

can

be selected.

DISPLAYING INFORMATION

USING MENU SCREEN (DETAIL)

You can display various information
for a scene: tile recording
length, special effects and movie quality mode.
4
/

Press

the DISC

Select

NAVIGATION

the scene

whose

button.

information

mode, recording

date/time

and

Note:
you

wish

to know.

• If multiple scenes have been selected, the total
recording time of the selected scenes (total number in
case of stills) will appear.
(When using disc)

Press

the MENU

Choose

button.
VIDEO

"Scene",

"Detail",

and

then

press

(XTRA)
(FINEI

the

lmin43see!

2_cenes)

0min
0sec[
0scenes)
lrHn43sec(2scenes)

I
*
3

I,'/II button.
•2 -The

detailed

information

on the scene

will

appear.

_,oT; 0
(iRETUnN

Number of scenes whose quality mode is
unknown:

This will appear when the disc has a scene
recorded on a device other than this DVD video
camera/recorder,
only if the disc has a scene
whose mode is unknown.

(When using disc)

"1 -

(When using card)

• 2 TbiswillnotappearwitbDVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
disc, since no stiff image can be recorded on it.
• 3 NotdisplayedwitbaDVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/
+RW disc (finalized) tba t was recorded on
another deviee.

(When using card)

"1 NotdisplayedwitbDVD-RW(VF-mode)/DVD-R/
+RW disc.
*2 Not displayed with DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/
+RW (finalized) recorded on another device.
*3 May not appear if tbe loaded card does not
comply with DCF.
*4 Number of pixels on still in horizontal direction:
This may not appear with a JPEG file that does
not conform to this DVD video eamera/reeorden
Note:
• DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is a
unified image file format for video cameras: Image
files can be commonly used for all digital devices
that conform to DCE
• Pressing the _
button will display information on
the following scene; pressing the _ button will
display information on the preceding scene.

5 Press the • button

to quit.

I ®_ETURN

Program
WHAT IS "PROGRAM"?
Program
refers
movie
o]: still.

to an assembly

Scene No. 1

of scenes

Scene No. 2

recorded

Scene No. 3

on the same

date

regardless

Scene No. 4

,_>c-s,_s,
_-"

of whether

Scene No. 5

they

are

Scene No. 6

t_2,o _T2_ .... _J_

Program No. 1

Recorded on February 10

SWITCHING TO THUMBNAIL

DISPLAY OF SPECIFIC DATE (SELECT)

Since the scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder
recording date, selecting a program will allow you to display

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press

the MENU button.

3 Use

the 14

Play

List

WHAT IS "PLAY LIST"?
You can create a play list on this DVD video
recorded scenes.

camera/recorder

by gathering

your favorites

f]_}rn the

Since the play list is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by
making a play list. On the other hand, deleting scenes on play list will not increase the remaining
disc capacity for recording.
Example:

Program 1

Program 2

\\
\
\\
\

Play list 1 created
Play list of up
to No. 99.

to No.

99 can be created,

and

to 999 scenes

can be included

in each

play

list of No.

CREATING NEW PLAY LIST (CREATE)

1 PresstheDISC* NAVIGATION
2 Select

button.

the scenes to be programmed

in a play

list.

3 Press

4 Use

the MENU button.
the I<_1/1_1/_1_/1_/1_111

choose
screen,

buttons

"Create" on the "PlayList" nrenu
and then press the II_/|| button.

5 The scene select screen will appear: If the
selected scenes on the play list are the ones
you want, press the IWII button.
If you want to change any of scenes you are
registerin
, _
g , you can also use this screen (see
pages 73 and 85).

6 When

creation

of a play list is complete,

created play list will appear
Navigation
screen.

on the Disc

the

Note:
• You can also select multiple scenes (p, 73).
• Only the data on scenes is recorded on play list: If
you create or delete play lists, the original scenes in
programs will not be erased,
Editing scenes on play list will not affect the scenes in
programs.
• If the added scene had skip or fade setting, that
information will also be added to the play list.
• You can add other scenes or remove unnecessary
scenes to/from the create play list (see pages 92-94),
• The date/time when a play list was created will appear
as the title for the play list, This title can later be
changed (p, 96).
• If you press the MENU button before pressing I_/11 in
step 5, the submenu will appear (p. 78),
• If free space available on disc is insufficient, creation
of new play list may not be possible: Delete
unnecessary scenes.

n
SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST (SELECT)
Select the desired
appear.

one of multiple

play lists: The Disc Navigation

1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press

button.

buttons

play list will

4 Use the "Select Playlist" screen to select tile
play list you wish to display, and then press
the I_/11 button.

the MENU button,

3 Use tile I_1_1/I.'1_/_/1_11.'/1_111

screen of the selected

choose "Select" on the "Pla_,,List" nrenu
screen, and then press the I_/11 button.

The Disc Na_ igation screen of the selected
play list will be displayed.
Note:
To display the Disc Navigation screen showing all
programs (all recorded scenes) choose "All Programs"
on the "Select PlayList" screen.

eEditing

on play list

When making settings on play list, such as
changing title, setting skip, adding fade, etc., use
the same procedure for setting on program or
scenes. Perform these settings, referring to the
following reference pages:

Deleting scene,
Changing thumbnail,
Setting skip,
Adding fade,
Combining scenes,
Dividing a scene,
Copying to card,
Changing title,
Arranging order of scenes
(only on play list)

p.
p.
p.
p.
p.
p.
p.
p.
p.

77
82
81
80
79
78
83
88, 96
95

PLAYING BACK A PLAY LIST (PLAY)

1 Press
2 Press
3 Use

the DIS(- NAVIGATION

button.

Note:
If "Repeat Play: On" is specified, the play list will be
repeatedly played back (p. 102).

the MENU button.
the 1_1/11.'1_!/,14/1_/1_/11

buttons

choose "Play" on the "PlayList"
and then press the I1_/|| button.

to
screen,

4 Use

the "Start Playlist" screen to select the
play list to be played back, and then press the
I_/11 button.

The selected play list will be
Dora the first scene. To cancel
midway, press the • button:
navigation screen of the play
back will appear.

played back
playback
The Disc
list being played

ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST)

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press

button.

3 Usethe I_1/_1/_1_/
buttons
to
"Edit"
on the

"PlayList"

and then
button.

press

screen,

the play list select
screen to select the play
list to which you wish
to add scenes, and then
press the _'/|| button.

appear

[.r_l_

6 Press

the _

button

to move the cursor

to the

upper row, and press the _1 or _
button
point the cursor to the scene to be added.

that was
in step 1 will

play

Insertion position

"1: Number of scene before insertion position cursor
*2: Number of all scenes on play list

of the

appear
irr the upper
row, and the scenes
selected

the I_/||
"1

program
displayed

to the

to be added

scenes

to nrove the cursor

Ed_l i P/atyL iSttr .........

_Scene

4 Use

The

button

lower row, and press the _II or _
button
select the point where the scene is to be
inserted.

the MENU button.

l't_/l'/ll
choose

5 Press the _|

7 Press the IP'/|| button

to copy the scene.

After adding scenes is completed,
the edited
play list will appear.
Repeat steps 5 - 7 to add other scenes.

list will

in the lower

ro_v.

8 Press the • button:

Note;
• The "?' mark shows the position where the scene is
to be added.

pressed when the
thumbnails are displayed,
the recording date/time of
the selected scene will
appear across the bottom
of screen. Press DISPLAY
button again to restore the
previous screen.

The screen for x erifying

exit will appear.

Note:
If the DISPLAY button is

Recording

date/time

• You can also select multiple scenes (p. 73).
• Pressing • in the middle of adding scenes will display
the screen for verifying an exit from "Edit PlayList".
Choose "YES" to exit the edition of play list. Choosing
"NO" will restore the "Edit PlayList" screen.
• If you press the MENU button in step 5 or 6, the
submenu screen for editing play list will appear. You
can also use this submenu to add scenes (p. 78).

DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST)

1 Press

the DIS(- NAVIGATION

2 Display

the editing

button.

screen of the play list to

4 Press

tile I_/11 button.

Repeat

steps 3 and 4 to delete other scenes.

be edited.
5 Press tile • button:
exit will appear.

steps 2 - 4 on page 92.

Perform

3 Move

the cursor to tile play list in lower row,
and place the cursor on tile scene to be
deleted.

The screen for verifying

Note;
• Youcan also select multiple scenes (p. 73).

ADDING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST)
You can use the nrenu screen

to add scenes to a play list.

1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Display

the editing

button.

screen of the play list to

6 Choose

"Add",

and

then press the I"/11
button.

be edited.
Perform

steps 2

4 on page 92.

3 From the play list in lower row, select the
position where you wish to insert a scene.
4 Select the scenes to be added

Repeat steps 3 - 6 to
add other scenes.

7 Press

the • button:

The

screen for verifying
will appear.

exit

from the upper

roYv.

[_[_

Scene to be added
Insertion position

[ L_D

_XT

L--I

Note:
• The selected scenes will be added in the insertion
position.
• You can also select multiple scenes (p. 73).

5 Press the MENU button.

DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST)
You can

delete

";cenes__ from

F_lav_ list_ on the editing,

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

";creen_ .

5 Choose

"Delete"

on the "Edit" menu

screen,

and then press the I1_/|| button.
2 Display the editing
be edited.
Perform

3 Moxe

screen of the play list to
Repeat steps 3 - 5 other scenes can be deleted.

6 Press

the • button:
exit will appear.

steps 2 - 4 on page 92.
the cursor to the play list in lower

The screen for x erifying

row.
Note;

4 Select the scene to be deleted,
the MENU button.

and then press

• If all scenes on play list are deleted, the play list itself
will also be deleted.
• You can also select multiple scenes (p. 73).

SELECTING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY
LIST)
You can specify

the range

of scenes

when

adding

o1: deleting

play list. This "Select"
menu
item is useful
when
selecting
adding
or deleting
scenes using menu
on page 85.

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Display the editing
be edited.
Perform

3 Specify

button.

4 Use

multiple
multiple

scenes
scenes

I_1/I$'1/_1_/1_1_/1_/11

to/from
in items

for

to choose "Start

Current", "Current _ End", "All" on the
"Select" menu screen, and then press the I_/||
button.

screen of the play list to

steps 2 - 4 on page 92.

Note:
See page 85 for the status of scenes to be selected.

the first or last scene of those you

wish to select, and then press the MENU
button.
To select all scenes, simply
button.

consecutive
consecutive

press the MENU

Press
exit

the •
will

button:

appear.

The screen

for _.erifying

ARRANGING

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press
3 Use

ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE)
8 Move

button.

the ""

mark

the position
where
you
wish to moxe tile scene,

the MENU button.
the _/IN_/_/I_I_/I_/||

buttons

and then
button.

press

the I_'/||

F(_NTE_

choose "Select" on the "PlayList" nrenu
screen, and then press the I1_/|| button.
Select the play list to be edited, and then press
the I_'/|| button.

The screen
for x erifying
nrove
Choose
"YES", and then press
button.

Select

Choose

the scene

to be moved.

You can also select multiple
73 and 85).

scenes (see pages

5 Press the MENU button.

6 Choose

"Scene",

press the I_'/||

"Edit",

"Mox e', and then

button.

7 The

"Mox e Scene" screen will appear: If you
are sure you want to move the scene, press
the I_'/|| button.
If you want to change the scene selected
step 4, you can do it on this screen.

"NO"

(mJRFURN

will appear:
the I_'/||

to cancel move.

After Yes or No setting,
will be restored.

the scene select screen

Repeat

steps 7 - 9 to move another

{)Press

the • button

scene.

to quit.

Note;
• If you press the MENU button before pressing the
1_111button in step 7, the submenu screen will appear
(p, 78).
• Only scenes on play list can be moved,
• When using DVD-RAM, scenes can be moved only
when "Category: All" is specified (p. 102).

CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE)
The play lists have serial numbers in the order vou have created
times: You carl change this title at anv time.

1 Press
2 Press
3 Use

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

the 1_1_1/1_1/_1'9/I'_/1_111

buttons

4 Use

the "Playlist

Title" screen

dates/

5 The screen for verifying exit will appear:
Choose "YES" and then press tile I_/||
button.

the MENU button.

choose "Title" on the "PlayList"
and then press the I_/|| button.

them, along with the created

6 Press

the • button

to quit.

menu screen,

to select the

F_lav_list_whose_ title vou_ _ i_h_to change,
then press the I_/|| button.

After changing the title, the Disc Nax igation
screen on the play list whose title has been
changed will appear.

and
Note:
The registered title can be changed at any time using
the same procedure.

See "CHANGING
TITLE OF PROGRAM
(TITLE)" on page 88 for
how to enter a title.

DELETING PLAY LIST (DELETE)

1 Press
2 Press
3 Use

the DIS(-" NAVIGATION

button.

Note:
• Even if you delete a play list, the original scenes
stored on disc will not be deleted.

the MENU button.
the 1_1/1_1/_1'9/1_/1_/11

choose
screen,

buttons

"Delete" on the "PlayList" nrenu
and then press the I_'/11 button.

4 Use

the "Delete Playlist" screen to select the
play list you wish to delete, and then press
the I_/ll button.

5 The screen for verifying

deletion

will appear:

Choose
button.

"YES", and then press the I_/||

Choose

"NO"

to cancel deletion.

After Yes or No setting, the Disc Navigation
screen _f all F r_ ._rams wdl be restored.

• If any play list is deleted the number of play lists will
automatically be revised. For example if the No, 2
play list is deleted, the No, 3 play list will become No.
2 play list,

m
Go To
From
start

the Disc
from

V/I
Navigation

screen,

you can jump

to the first scene

or last scene,

and playback

will

that point.

TOP (END)
1
2

Press
Press

the DIS(-" NAVIGATION
the MENU

3 Use the I_l/l,'l_'l/'_'q/l,'l_J,'/ll

button.

4 Press !"/ll

Disc

or Card

INITIALIZING
Initializing
contents.

buttons

choose "Top" or "End" on the "Go To" menu
screen, and then press the I_/11 button.
to start playback.

Management

DISC OR CARD (FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD)

a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/+RW
Before using a DVD-RW/+RW

disc or card will allow you
this video camera/recorder,

to delete
any recoMed
you must
format
it.

• Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/
recorder for initialization. If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off
during initialization and the initialization is interrupted, incorrect
initialization will result and the incorrectly initialized disc will be
unusable.

Before You Begin

• If you use a brand-new DVD-RW/+RW disc, message "Disc is not
formatted" will appear: Initialize the disc, following the subsequent
messages (p. 37).

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

2 Press the MENU button.
3 Use the i_/l"i't/_4_/i"l_/ll'>lll

buttons

choose "Fornrat Disc" o1: "Format Card" on
the "Disc" or "Card" menu screen, and then
press the !"/ll button.
The screen for verifying "Format
"Format Card" will appear.

4 Choose

Disc" or

"YES", and then press tire I_/11

button.
When using DVD-RW, a screen for prompting
you to choose the VF o1:VR nrode will appear.
Choose "NO" to cancel initialization.

Note:
• If you wish to delete all recorded contents, it is
recommended that you use initialization, which will
delete all the scenes in much less time than using the
scene delete function.
• Initialization will delete all the recorded contents on
disc or card: Be careful not to delete data by mistake.
• It may not be possible to initialize a disc with many
scratches or dirt: Such a disc cannot be used (p. 9).
• This DVD video camera/recorder may not recognize
some discs or cards that have been initialized on PC
or a device other than this DVD video camera/
recorder.
• If you attempt to initialize a disc or card in this DVD
video camera/recorder when it is connected to PC via
PC connection cable, the disc or card may not be
initialized and may be unusable on this DVD video
camera/recorder.

• If you choose the VR mode when initializing a
finalized DVD-RW (VR-mode), the finalization will not
be released. (The DVD-RW will be a finalized disc
without any recorded data, and recording will be
possible on it.)
Choosing the VF mode will release the finalization of
the disc.

PROTECTING DISC FROM WRITING (PROTECT DISC)
You can protect a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
(VR-mode) disc in order to prex ent recorded images from
being erased o1:edited by mistake. Further recording will not be possible on protected disc until the
protection
is released.

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

Note:
• To release disc protection, perform the same
procedure as above: The screen for verifying the
release of protection will appear.
Choose "YES" to release the protection.
• If disc protection has been engaged on another
device, it may not be releasable on this DVD video
camera/recorder:
Use the original device that
protected the disc to release the protection.

2 Press the MENU button.

3 Use

the I_1_/I'_1/'_1/I"1_/)/11
buttons to
choose "Protect Disc" on the "Disc" menu
screen,

and then press the I1_/11button.

4 The screen for verifying

protection

will

appear:
Choose
button.

"YES", and then press the I_/ll

Choose "NO" to cancel protection.
After "YES" or "NO" setting, the Disc
Navigation
screen will be restored.

VERIFYING

REMAINING FREE SPACE ON DISC OR CARD (CAPACITY)

You can find out how long you will be able to record

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press

the MENU button.

3 Use

button.

the I_I_/D"I_I/_I_I/D"I_/)/II

(When using disc)

buttons

"2_

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I ,_RETVRN

"1 With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc: The quality
mode first used for recording with disc will appea_
*2 With DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc: This will not be
displayed.

the •
Disc

button

Navigation

to quit.
screen

will be restored.

Note:
With a write-protected
disc or locked card, the
remaining space will always be displayed as "0".

(When using card)

rnr_Y
I

Press
The

choose "Capacity" on the "Disc" oi; "Card"
nrenu screen, and then press the I_/|| button.

on one side of disc o1: on card.

UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
DISC (UPDATE CONTROL INFO.)

(VR-MODE)

Disc Navigation
in this DVD video camera/recorder
handles information
on scenes, such as
thumbnail,
skip, fade, in a particular manner. If you use another device to edit a disc recorded on this
DVD video camera/recorder,
and then use the data again with Disc Navigation
in this DVD video
camera/recordel,
the Disc Navigation
may not appear normall}_ If this happens, use the Update
Control Info function to update the data.

recorder for updating control information, make sure that power is not
turned off during updating: If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned
off during
updating
the updating to
is interrupted,
the video
controlcamera/
When
using
the AC and
adapter/charger
power the DVD
information will not be updated correctly.

Before You Begin

1 Press
2 Press
3 Use

the DISC NAVIGATION

button.

the MENU button.
the I_NI/IN_/_/_I_./II_/||

buttons

Note:
• It may take time to update the control information if
the disc has many recorded scenes.
• Even if control information is updated, some discs will
be unusable on Disc Navigation of this DVD video
camera/recorder.

choose "Update Control Info." on the "Disc"
menu screen, and then press the II,./|| button.
The screen for x erifying
Info." will appear.

4 Choose

"Update

Control

"YES", and then

press the II,./|| button.
The message for
proceeding will appeal,
and then the Disc Navigation
will be restored.

menu screen

A black screen may appear while
for updating
is displayed.
Choose "NO" to cancel updating.

the message

FINALIZING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW

Before You Begin

DISC (FINALIZE DISC)

• Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/
recorder when finalizing a DVD-RW/DVD-R disc. Finalization cannot be
executed using a battery. If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off
during finalization and the finalization is interrupted, incorrect
finalization will result, and at worst, the disc may be damaged.

If you want to play back a DVD-RW/DVD-R
disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder,
using a device conforming to 8 cm DVD disc - such as a DVD recorder/player,
etc. - you must
finalize the disc on this DVD video camera/recorder.
If you wish to display the DVD video menu when playing back a +RW on a DVD player or DVD
recordel; finalize it using tile Disc Navigation menu.
No further recording carl be done on a finalized DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW.
You can,
however, unfinalize the DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW
so that other scenes can be recorded on it.
Additional
recording is possible on a finalized DVD-RW (VR-mode): unfinalizing
is not necessar}_

1 Press
2 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION.

Note:
• Do not finalize a disc recorded on this DVD video

the MENU button.

camera/recorder
using any other device.
• If the disc in the DVD video camera/recorder

3 Use

already been finalized,
Disc".

the I_l_l/l_l/_l'q/ll,'l_/l_/ll
buttons to
choose "Finalize Disc" on the "Disc" menu
screen,

• The time required to finalize disc that appears on the
"Finalize Disc" screen is only for reference.
• The shorter the recording time on disc, the longer it
will take to finalize it.
• The second and later finalization will be faster with a

and then press the )"/11 button.

The disc will be finalized.

4 Choose

"YES", and then

press the I1,'/11button.
The message showing
that the disc is being
finalized will appear,
and the disc will then be
finalized.

5 When finalization

IFi.....
in
F naHze?

(Appro×

min

)

is complete,

the Disc

Finalized disc

Screen when viewed on DVD recorder/player
(DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW)

100

.1 Displayed only when
a DVD-R is used.
*2Will vary depending
on the recordingtime.

Navigation screen of all programs will appear.
I_ will appear on the Disc Nax igation screen
for a finalized disc.

has

you cannot choose "Finalize

disc which has previously been finalized.

eUsing FINALIZE button to finalize
a disc
Press the FINALIZE button during recording
pause: The screen shown in step 4 above will
appean Choose "YES", and then press the )"/||
button: Finalizing will start.

ADDITIONALLY RECORDING ON FINALIZED DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/+RW
(DISC UNFINALIZE)
You can unfinalize the DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW
that additional recording carl be done on it.
] Press the DISC NAVIGATION

finalized

on this DVD video camera/recoMer

button.

2 Press the MENU button.

3 Use

tile I_l/It,'l_l/_/_l_'/l_/||
buttons to
choose "Unfinalize
Disc" on the "Disc" nrenu
screen, and then press the )_/|| button.
The screen for verifying unfinalization
appear.

4 Choose

will

"YES", and then press tire I_/ll

button.
The message showing that the disc is being
unfinalized
will appeal; and the disc will then
be unfinalized.
Note:
A finalized DVD-RW (VR-mode)

can be recorded as

is, without being unfinalized.

101

Others
DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY)
Scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder
will be displayed in the order of recording
regardless of whether they are nrox ies or stills. You can use the Disc Navigation
screen to switch
display to stills only or movies only.

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press

the MENU button.

button.

3 Use

this

4 Specify

the desired
option for display, and
then press the I_/ll
button.

the I_H/_I/_I_/
11_/1_'/11 buttons to

(When "PHOTO" is
specified)

choose "Category"
on
the "Others" menu
screen, and then press
the I_'/|| button.

All:
VIDEO:
PHOTO:

To display all scenes, nrovies or stills,
in the order of recording.
To display only movies in the order of
recording.
To display only photos in the order of
recording.

When the Disc Navigation
screen is finished,
"Category: All" will be restored.

PLAYING BACK SCENES REPEATEDLY (REPEAT PLAY)

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press

the MENU button.

button.

If one scene has been specified: When playback
of the last scene is finished, playback of all
scenes will repeat from the first scene.
If the range for playback has been specified:
Playback of the scenes in that range will repeat.

3 Use

the I_H/_I/_I_/
I$'/1_/11 buttons to
choose "Repeat
on the "Others"

Play"
menu

• To release Repeat Play

screen, and then press
the IP'/|| button.

4 Choose
Plavback
Choose

"On", and then press the I_/11 button:
will start.
"Off" to cancel Repeat

• When Repeat Play is set

Play setting.

Use one of the following 3 methods to release:
• Choose "Off" in step 4 above.
• Turn the DVD video camera/l_corder
off
once.

• Press the DISC EJECT button
disc.

to l_move the

Note:
• Press the • button to terminate playback, However,
the Repeat Play setting will not be canceled,
• Still images can also be played back repeatedly.
• Repeat playback will not function when playback is
instructed from the recording pause status,

102

PLAYING BACK WIDE-MODE IMAGES ON 4:3 DISPLAY TV (TV TYPE)
If you connect the DVD xideo camera/recorder
with a disc recorded in wide mode to a TV with 4:3
display only and play it back, vertically long images will appear. You can specify "TV type: 4:3" to
display 4:3 images on the TV.

1 Press

the DISC NAVIGATION

2 Press the MENU button.
3 Use the 1_141/l,'l,]/'_'q/l_/l_/ll

4 Choose

button.

buttons

"4:3", and then press the l_/ll

button.

choose "TV type" on the "Others" menu
screen, and then press the I_/|| button.

SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS

PLAYBACK OF STILLS)

If vou play back stills recorded on a card, the DVD xideo camera/recorder
pause status after each still is played back.
Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously
play back stills.

1 Press
2 Press
3 Use

the DISC NAVIGATION
the MENU button.
the 1_I41/IN_/N/I_I_/II_Ill

choose "Slide Show",
the I_/|| button.

Start:

button.

"Start",

buttons

and then pl_ss

will enter the playback

Note:
• With slide show, playback will start from the first photo
on card regardless of the position of cursor or
whether you attempt to select scenes.
• If you press the • button or turn the DVD video
camera/recorder off, Slide Show will be canceled,

To start a slide show

When playback is finished, the DVD video
camera/recorder
will enter the playback
pause status at the final still.
Pressing the • button will restore the Disc
Navigation
screen.

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Viewing

on TV Screen

CONNECTING TO A TV
Use

the provided

AV/S

output

* If your TV has an S-VIDEO

cable

to connect

the DVD

input jack, you can connect the S-VIDEO

Note:
• Using S-VIDEO will deliver clearer playback status.
• Before connecting make sure that the volume on TV
is turned down: Forgetting this may cause howling
from the TV speakers.
Stereo Type with
S-VIDEO Jack

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White

camera/recorder

to a TV as follows:

plug to it.

• Insert the AV/S output cable plugs into jacks straight:
Obliquely inserting them could damage the jacks.

StereoType

Red _
Red

video

Monaural Type

Yellow
! White

VIEWING ON TV SCREEN
1 Turn the TV on and set the input selector
"VCR" whichever

applicable

Refer to the TV instruction

Video input.
manual

for how to

switch the TV input.
2 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder
The image
recorder
screen.

that

tile DVD

is seeing

will

You can also monitor
screen or viewfinder

video

appear

on.

camera/
on the TV

the image on the LCD
of the DVD video

camera/recorde]:
3

Perform

playback,

recording

Note:
• Adjust the volume of sound on TV,
• Information that the DVD video camera/recorder
recording will appear on the TV screen:
display only part of information or switch
display. Refer to "SETTING ON-SCREEN
OUTPUT ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT)"
and press the DISPLAY button to switch
status.

You can also
off the
DISPLAY
on page 64,
the display

• When copy-guarded disc is played back, no image will
appear on TV screen,
• If you use TV with wide mode (aspect ratio 16:9) and
set the TV to the wide mode, the entire Disc
Navigation display may not be displayed on the TV
screen. If this happens, release the wide mode setting
on TV (see the TV instruction manual for releasing the
wide mode),

or editing.

You can perfornr playback, editing or editing
on Disc Nax igation while checking on TV
screen.

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Playback

on DVD

Recorder/Player

PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM/DVD-RW

(VR-MODE) DISC

You can use a DVD recorder or DVD player that conforms to DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) to play
back 8 cm DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
(VR-mode) discs recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder.

1 ]nsert

the disc into the DVD recorder/player

Note:
• When playing back disc on another device, the Disc
Navigation display will be different from the one on
this DVD video camera/recorder.
• Finalizing DVD-RW (VR-mode) may be necessary.
• Do not insert a DVD-RW (VR-mode) that was
recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder
into a
device that does not conform to DVD-RW (VR-mode):
Doing so may make the disc unusable.
• DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) recorded on this DVD
video camera/recorder can be played back on other
DVD recorder/players or other devices conforming to
8 cm DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
(VR-mode), but playback
on all DVD recorder/players is not guaranteed.

and play it back.

See the instruction manual for DVD
recorder/player.

PLAYING BACK DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/DVD-R/+RW

1 Finalize

a recorded

DVD-R

DVD-RW

(VF-mode)/

Note;

disc.

You need

to finalize

a disc

to play

DVD recorder/player:
See page
No further
data can be recorded

it back

100.
on finalized

disc.
Note:
Use this DVD video camera/recorder
DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
DVD video camera/recorder.

2 ]nsert

to finalize the

disc recorded on the

the disc into the DVD recorder/player

and play it back.
See the instruction
recorder/player.

manual

for DVD

DISC

• Do not insert a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc that
has not been finalized into any DVD recorder: The
disc may be unusable (except for devices that allow
playback of a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc not
finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder).
• Do not insert a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
recorded
on another DVD recorder and not finalized, in this
DVD video camera/recorder:
Doing so will make the
disc unusable.
• A recorded +RW is automatically finalized when it is
removed from the DVD video camera/recorder
even if
you do not use the Disc Navigation function to finalize
it (p. 100) (auto-finalize). An auto-finalized +RW can
be played back on a DVD recorder/player
etc., but no
DVD video menu will appear. To display the DVD
video menu on a DVD recorder/player, etc., finalize
the +RW using the Disc Navigation function before
playing it back on a DVD recorder/player, etc.
• A +RW with a shorter recording time may not be
playable on a DVD recorder/player, etc. if it has been
auto-finalized. In this case, use the Disc Navigation
function to finalize the +RW.
• DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW
recorded on this
DVD video camera/recorder can be played back on
other DVD recorder/players or other devices
conforming to 8 cm DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW,
but playback on all DVD recorder/players is not
guaranteed.
• Playback may not be possible on some DVD recorder/
players, or it may depend on the recorded status of
DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW
discs: In such
cases, play back the DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/
+RW disc on this DVD video camera/recorder.
Also,
playback on DVD recorder/players may stop
momentarily between scenes.

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Recording

(Dubbing)

Images

• Before connecting
this DVD video
be sure to turn both devices off.
• Insert

Before You Begin

a recordable

camera/recorder

to another

disc .1 or card .2 into this DVD video

device,

camera/recorder

(see pages 22 and 23).
.1 No photo can be recorded on DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW,
*2 Only photos can be recorded: No video can be recorded.
• If you operate the DVD video camera/recorder
connected
device, always power the camera/recorder
from AC outlet

to another
using the AC

adapter/charger.

RECORDING (DUBBING)
You carl record
devices.
Use

the AV/S

device

(dub)

images

played

cable

(provided)

output

as shown

IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES

in the following

back

the DISC NAVIGATION

has an S-VIDEO

button.

2 Select a scene to be played back.
3 Set tile channel of the connected
to an external

to connect

DVD

video

the DVD

camera/recorder,
video

camera/recorder

on other

video

to another

video

figure:

* If the video device to be connected
recorder.

1 Press

on this

video device

input.

4 Press the playback ()"/||) button on this DVD
video camera/recorder
and the record button
on connected device: The DVD video

input jack, you can connect it to the DVD video camera/

Note:
• Using S-VIDEO will enable you to record clearer
images.
• Reduce the volume of external input sound heard
from the built-in speaker: The loud volume may cause
noise to enter the recorded image,
• It is recommended that you use Disc Navigation to
create a play list including the scenes to be dubbed
among the scenes recorded on this DVD video
camera/recorder (p. 90),

camera/recorder
will start playback and the
r_corded device will record (dub) it.

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|
Software

Provided

You carl utilize on PC the videos and photos rocorded on this DVD video camera/recorder,
PC connection cable and software CD-ROM provided, or generally available software.
The provided CD-ROM contains the following software for Windows and Macintosh:

using the

Windows
hnageMixer
3
This allows you to import the images _corded on the DVD video camera/recorder
into PC.
You can cut-edit imported images, add titles and BGM, and edit videos, i.e., attach image
switching effect.
You can also create a DVD-Video (DVD-RW/DVD-R)
and DVD-VR (DVD-RAM/DVD-RW)
by
importing the images recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder
into PC.

Macintosh
lmageMixer
3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM
This allows you to import the images recorded
Macintosh as an MPEG file.

on the DVD video camera/recorder

You can combine imported
images, cut-edit them, etc.
You can also create a DVD-Video (DVD-RW/DVD-R)
by importing
DVD video camera/recorder
into Macintosh.

the images

into

recorded

on the

Note:
• Finalize the DVD-RW/DVD-R recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder before using it on PC.
• You cannot create a DVD-VR (DVD-RAM/DVD-RW)
on the Macintosh software.
• Since the audio format of the MPEG file imported into Macintosh using ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM is
AC3 audio, no audio will be played back even on QuickTime MPEG-2 playback component and only video is
played back.
• The software provided with this DVD video camera/recorder cannot handle copyright-protected
DVDs, such as
CPRM and CSS.

The provided
(simplified).
For explanation,
Macintosh.

108

software

can handle

this manual

Japanese,

uses Windows

English, German,

XP screens

French, Spanish,

for Windows

Italian

and Chinese

and Mac OS X 10.4 screens

for

Requirements

of available

[When using Windows]
• OS:

Windows
Windows
Windows

<_2000 Professional SP3 or higher
<_XP Home Edition or higher
<_XP Professional Edition or higher

See the following
Windows Vista:

• Computer:
• CPU:

• Memory:

• HDD:

• Display:

• Sound:
• Other:

Websites

to fine out whether

the provided

software

can be used on

URL:http:/ /www.pixela.co.jp/oem/hitachi/e/index.htnd
URL: http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/
IBM PC/AT compatible, with the above OS preinstalled.
lntel c_Pentiun{ _ II1800 MHz or higher; or Pentium <_4, Celeron or AMD E_Athlon
Duron whose performance
is equivalent (Pentium _ 4, 1.7 GHz or higher is
recommended)

XP/

Operation is not guaranteed
if the CPU is overclocked
or dual CPU is used.
Windows 2000 Professional: At least 128 MB (256 MB or more is recommended)
Windows XP Home Edition/Professional
Edition: At least 256 MB (512 MB or more is
recommended)
Free space of at least 300 MB (needed to install the application)
Free space necessary for creating a disc
DVD-Video: At least 14 GB for work folder (at least 28 GB for a double-layer
disc).
Displayable
with at least 1024 x 768 pixels and 16 bits (High color)
Graphics accelerator with VRAM of at least 4 MB, compatible with DirectX _) 9.0c or
higher
Sound Blaster or its equivalent
Environment
where DirectX _) 9.0c can operate normally

[When using Macintosh]
• OS:

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

• CPU:
• Memory:
• HDD:

The provided software cannot be used on Mac OS X Server.
PowerPC G4 1 GHz or higher, PowerPC GS, Intel Core
At least 256 MB (512 MB or mol_ is recommended)
Free space needed for installation: Approx. 30 MB

• Graphics:
• Compatible

To create a DVD, free space of at least twice that of disc to be created
At least 1024 x 768 pixels (full-color is recommended)
drive:
SuperDrive
mounted in Macintosh in standard

will be requil_d.

Note:
• You must have the administrator authority of the PC before installing software.
• Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases:
- When connected via USB hub
- Multiprocessor is not supported.
- When used on your custom-made PC
• Even when your PC satisfies the above conditions of available PC, malfunction may result or restriction
may occur, depending on the combination of other software in PC or peripheral devices.
• Operation is not guaranteed on all PCs that satisfy the above recommended environment,

in use

109

Installing

Software

[When using Windows]

1 Turn

the PC on.

If you have been using the PC, terminate
running software programs.

2 lnsert

the provided
ROM drive of PC.

CD-ROM

all

into the CD-

5 Checking license agreement:
Carefully read the license agreement:
If you
accept the contents, choose "l accept the
terms of the license agreement",
and then
click "Next".

The installer will automatically
start, and the
"Choose setting language" screen will
automatically
appear.
If the "Choose setting language" screen does
not appeal, use Windows My Computer or
Explorer to open the drive in which the CDROM is located, and then double-click
the
setup.exe icon in it. (Extension "exe" may not
appear depending
on the PC used.)

3 Choose

the language

to be installed.

Choose the language used wifl_
hnageMixer
3, and then click "Next".

Click

6 Choosing

the installation destination:
If vou do not wish to chan_e the folder in
which me sotrwaro is installed click "Next".
[f vou wish to chan_o the folder click
"Chan_e'.
desi_znare rno installation location
and then click "Next".

Click

c _Pro_ramF_0¢_g_Zta_ma_/_x¢

4 The

"lmageMixer

appear:

3" installation

i Eha.J_

screen will

Click "Next".

Click

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7 Choosing

video systenr:

The screen for setting the video system
appear, and then click "Next".

_etup
Type
_ele_t
U,e
_lect

,_tup

_i_her

t_pe

a_rdln_

U_M

gent

_a ±_

_uit_

cJde_

_our

_errF

will

m_m_:_
l_s_

need.

After installation is finished, the screen for
prompting
restart will appear: Click "Finish"
to restart the PC.
After restart, remove the CD-ROM from the
PC.
Installing

the software

is now complete.

of your DY_ W_q

Click

Executing

installation:

The setups
for
Click "Install"

Re_d_ to In_tall

the

installation
to execute

Click
are now
installation.

conrplete.

_ro_r_m

Note:
• After installation is finished, the installation of Direct X
may start depending on the PC used: In this case,
follow the instructions on screen to install Direct X.

Click

Important information
for customers who use
Easy CD Creator 5 made by Roxio
Corporation:
If ImageMixer 3 provided with this DVD
video camera/recorder
is installed, Easy CD
Creator 5 may not operate normall}_ The
screen shown below will appear after you
click "Install":
If you a_ using Easy CD Creator 5, click
"Yes", and do not install lmageMixer
3.

111

1 VurntheMacintosh
on,
andinsertthe
[When
using Macintosh]
provided CD-ROM into the CD-ROM

drive of

Macintosh.

2 Double-click
displayed

3 Double-click

tile DVDCAMS000

icon

operation:

Installation

will start.

on desktop.
6 After installation
tile icon of "ImageMixer

3 for

DVDCAM.pkg"
displayed on screen.
The installer will start: Click "Continue".
The "Read Me" screen will appear:
"Continue".

Click

4 Checking

license agreement:
The license agreement screen will appear.
Set the language to be used when installing
the software, and then carefully read the
license agreement: If you agree with the
contents, choose "Continue".
If you accept
the license agreement, click "I agree".
* With the provided software for Macintosh, the
language used with OS will automatically be
installed,
Setting language
when installing

Click

112

5 Choose the installation
destination and type
of installation, and click "Continue".
Then
click "Install".
Follow the instructions
on screen for

is finished,

the screen for

exit will appear: Click "Close".
The screen for installation will close and
installation
CD-ROM

will be complete:

Note:
• You must have the administrator
before installing software.

Remove

the

authority of the PC

Connecting
Use the provided
below.

to PC via PC Connection
PC connection

cable to connect

the DVD video

camera/recorder

Cable
to PC as shown

To USB connection
terminal

To PC connection
terminal

PC connection

cable (provided)

Note:
• The PC connection cable does not supply power to the DVD video camera/recorder:
Use the AC adapter/charger
to power the DVD video camera/recorder.
• Before connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC, disconnect any cables or camera accessories (external
video flash, external microphone, etc.) other than the PC connection cable and AC adapter/charger.
• When connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC, the ACCESS/PC indicator will light green. While a disc
is being accessed, the indicator will light or blink orange. While an SD memory card is being accessed, the CARD
ACCESS indicator will light or blink red.
• When this DVD video camera/recorder
is connected to PC, nothing will appear on the LCD monitor or in the
viewfinder.
• When using Windows, the DVD video camera/recorder can be connected to a USB1.1 port of PC. However, since
the data transfer speed is lower than when connecting to a USB2.0 port, lost frames may occur or the process
may take more time.
• Read "Cautions when connecting DVD video camera/recorder to PC" on page 127.

The power switch of this DVD video camera/recorder
"_._" or "!'!"', and Card mode when it is set to "_0]".

has two modes:

Disc mode when it is set to

If you connect the DVD video camera/recorder
to PC via PC connection cable, the PC will
automatically
recognize the DVD video camera/recorder.
After recognition is finished, it may be
prompted
to restart the PC: In this case, follow the instruction
and restart the PC.

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When connecting
the DVD video camera/recorder
to PC, the DVD video camera/recorder
recognized as a drive. The drive will appear on screen as follows:

will be

[When using Windows]
If the DVD video camera/recorder
is connected to PC with its power switch set to "_]l" or "!'!", it
will be recognized as an optical disc drive, and a disc set in the DVD video camera/recorder
can be
accessed. (The shape of icon and drive name, such as G:, will depend on the software envil_nment
used.)
DVD_OAMERA

(G_>

If the DVD video camera/l_corder
is connected to PC with its power switch set to "f@Iil",it will be
recognized as a removal disk, and a card set in the DVD video camera/recorder
can be accessed.
(The drive name, such as G:, will depend on the software environment
used.)
Removal

disk (G)

[When using Macintosh]
If the DVD video camera/recorder
is connected
to Macintosh USB port with the
power switch set to "_" or "!'!", it will be recognized as a removal drive, and the
icon shown on the right will appear. (The shape of icon and drive name will depend
on the software environment
used.)

If the DVD video camera/recorder
is connected
to Macintosh USB port with the
power switch set to "fl_l", it will be recognized as a removal drive, and the icon
shown on the right will appeal_
Double-click
this icon: The contents of card can be checked.
(The shape
used.)

of icon and drive name will depend

eHandling

on the software

environment

photos

Photos are recorded on a DVD-RAM or SD memory card in this DVD video camera/recorder
JPEG format: Use the application
that conforms to the JPEG images.
The following shows how to import photos into PC/Macintosh:
With

DVD-RAM

You can use hnageMixer
3 to import
to import using hnageMixer
3.

photos

With SD memory card
Insert an SD memory card with photos
connect it to PC/Macintosh.
Double-click

the removable

into PC. See page ]20 or steps 1-4 on page ]23 for how

recorded

disc icon displayed

into the DVD video

camera/recordel,

on the screen: The contents

*The number

may be diffel_nt

if the card was recorded

on another

and

on the card will

appear.
The photos recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder
are stored in "DCIM"
folder on card: Drag and drop them to PC to import them.

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- "100*HPNXI"

DCF conforming

device.

The following operations are not possible on the DVD video camera/
recorder while it is being connected to PC:
•
•
•
•

Camera operation using operation buttons on DVD xideo canrera/recorder
Ejection of disc using DISC EJECT button on DVD xideo camera/recorder
Power off using power switch
Do not use Explorer to operate any video files recorded on disc: Use the provided
use the PC to delete any photos recorded on a DVD-RAM.
• Disc and card cannot simultaneously
be accessed.
A disc loaded
PC.

in the DVD video

camera/recorder

• The disc and SD memory card can be replaced
turned off or it is not connected.

¢When
[When

can be ejected

even though

softwal_.

by operating

the DVD video camera/recorder

m
Do not

the
is

removing disc
using

Windows]

Use Windows Explorer or My Computer to choose the drive icon of DVD video camera/recordel_
--_ Right-click the mouse.
Choose "Eject".
-4 The cover of disc insertion block on DVD video camera/recorder
will open.
Insert another disc and close the cover: The disc will be recognized.
[When

using

Macintosh]

Place the drive icon of this DVD video camera/recorder
(displayed on desktop) in Trash Box: The
cover of disc insertion block on DVD video camera/recorder
will open. Load another disc and
close the cover: The disc will be l_cognized.

115

[When

using

Windows]

Make sure that
tile SD nremory
card is notcard
being accessed by the PC software on PC, and that tile
eWhen
removing
SD memory
CARD ACCESS indicator on DVD _ideo camera/recorder
(see page 7) is not lit or blinking, and then
renrove the SD nremory card from DVD video camera/recorder.
Tile CARD ACCESS indicator may be lit or blinking for a while after a file in PC is written to the SD
menrory card: Wait until the CARD ACCESS indicator goes out. It will sometimes take no less than a
few minutes.
[When

using

Macintosh]

Drag the removal drive icon (displayed on desktop) and place it in Trash Box. After nraking sure that
the icon disappears
from desktop, remove the SD memory card from the card insertion slot of this
DVD video camera/recorder.

USING DISC IN DVD DRIVE BUILT INTO PC
If you have a PC with the drive confornring to the disc used, and the application
software, you can
directly insert the disc into the drive to use it.
Whether a disc conforms to the DVD drive will depend on the DVD drive: Use a DVD drive that
conforms to each disc.
Finalized

DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW

discs can be used with DVD-ROM

drive (reading

only).

Note;
• When writing images edited on PC to a brand-new DVD-RW, do not format the disc on DVD video camera/
recorder.
• Some vertically installed and slot-in type drives on PC cannot accept an 8 cm disc.
• An adapter that converts 8 cm CD to 12 cm diameter (for 8 cm CD) cannot be used for any 8 cm DVD-RAM/8 cm
DVD-RW/8cm DVD-R/8 cm +RW.
• If you use, on PC, a DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder, finalize it on the DVD
video camera/recorder
(see page 100).
• Some DVD-ROM drives cannot read a DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder.

116

BEFORE TERMINATING PC CONNECTION (UNPLUGGING PC
CONNECTION CABLE)/CHANGING
OVER POWER SWITCH
[When using Windows]

1 Before

unplugging
front PC, terminate
click the "Hardware
tray at the bottom

the PC connection cable
the application
and then
Removal" icon on task
right of Windows

2 Choose

"USB mass storage dex ice'. The drive
name (E:, etc.) will depend on the PC used.

screen.

3 A message

showing

that "hardware

is possible will appear.
Unplug the PC connection

remo_ al"

cable.

Cli

[When

using

When removing
camera/recorder

Macintosh]
the DVD video camera/recorder
front PC, choose the drive icon of DVD _ideo
(disc or card), and choose "Eject" in the "File" menu.

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Using

ImageMixer

3 for

Windows

lmageMixer
3 allows you to caphme the images recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder
into
PC, edit the video file, and create a DVD-Video or DVD-VR using the video file.
The following shows the basic operation of ImageMixer 3.
Refer to the electl_mic instruction
manual that carl be read on PC for detailed instructions
about
lmageMixer
3: While ImageMixer 3 is being activated, click "Help" - "ImageMixer
Help (F1)" to
display this manual. See the electronic instruction
manual for explanation on how to edit video files.
To start hnageMixer
installed.

3, double-click

* If there is no hnageMixer
[PIXELA] - [hnageMixer

the lmageMixer

3 shortcut on desktop,
3] - [hnageMixer
3].

3 shortcut
choose

that was created

[Start] - [Programs]

when it was
or [All programs]

VIEWING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC USING PC
* A DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
DVD video

camera/recorder

recorded

on this DVD video

camera/recorder

must be finalized

on this

(see page 100).

1 lnsert

a disc whose recorded images you wish
to play into the DVD video camera/recorder,
and connect the DVD video camera/recorder
to the USB port of PC.

2 Start

lmageMixer
3.
When lmageMixer
3 starts up, the launcher
shown below will appear: Click "Playback/
hnport Movie".

Double-click
the screen being played back:
Playback will appear on a full screen. To exit
the full-screen display, double-click
the screen
again.
To play back images on another disc, click the
"Eject" button at the bottom left of library
screen, with playback stopped. The cover of
disc insertion block on this DVD video
camera/recorder
and load another

will open: Remove the disc
disc to be 9laved back.

Click
ect button

3 Choose

the camcorder on the library screen.
The library screen shown below will appear.
Click the camcorder icon shown on the left of
screen:

The images

recorded

on the disc will

appear.
Double-click the thumbnail
of scene you wish
to play back: Playback of the scene will start
on another screen.

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Click
Note:
• When connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to a
USB1.1 port of PC, the data transfer speed will be
insufficient, which could result in lost frames.

CREATING DVD-VIDEO USING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC
You can use tile images recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder
to create a disc that can be
x iewed on DVD recorders/players.
* A DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder
must be finalized on this
DVD video camera/recorder

(see page 100).

1 Insert

a disc with tile recorded images to be
saxed into the DVD xideo camera/recorde];
and connect the DVD video camera/recorder
to a USB port of PC.

2 Start

hnageMixer 3.
When hnageMixer
3 starts up, the launcher
shown below will appear: Click "Create
DVD-Video'.

Setting up project.
Set up a project. You can set up the
designated
save location of edited contents
and image qualit)_
Be sur_ to choose "NTSC" for the video
system.
After setting
button.

up the project, click the "OK"

_ro eJ_i_3_t:m,
_otL_t F_la

M_deo

Fo_m_t

NTSC

PAL

P_LWIe _Ju_, ty 5et_lg
pErture QU_IEI

Q_ High qu_llt¢

"Create

New DVD'.

Standard _u_llt

Click

3 Click

5 The screen

for choosing

the device to be read

will appear: Choose "Hitachi DVDCAM'.
A list of devices that are built into or
connected to PC will appear: Choose
DVDCAM',
and then click "Import".

"Hitachi

I
Click

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create a DVD-Video, and then click "Import".
The image recorded on disc will appear.
6 Select
Select the
the chapter
images fronr
wishPC,to and
to be which
importedyou into
then click "Import": hnporting
into PC will
start.
button

• To import multiple chapters, click the desired chapters
while holding down the Ctrl key,

7 Click "Authoring"
nrenu,

and create a DVD-Video

Clicking "Authoring"
screen of DVD-Video

will display the editing
menu. The video file

previously imported
into PC will appear in
"Source". Choose the desired video file, and
click "Add titles": The video file will be
registered.
When using a video file imported into PC
using ImageMixer 3, click "File" to choose the
folder in which the video file will be stored.

Click

Clicking the "Photo" button will display the
photos recorded on DVD-RAM. Select the
desired photo(s) and click "Import": The
photo(s) will be imported into PC.
If you wish to import Xnmges on another disc
after importing inmges on one disc, click the
"Eject" button. The disc insertion block of
DVD video camera/recorder
will open:
Remove the disc, insert the other disc whose
recorded inmges you wish to import and
then close the disc insertion block. After a
short while, the images on the disc will
appear: Perform the same pl_cedure
to
import the images. When the images on
DVD-RW (VF-mode) / DVD-R/+RW
are
imported,
the recording date/time
will not
appear.
Note:
• To import all chapters in the title at once, click "Select
all" in the editing menu at the top of screen, and then
click "Import".

Edit(E) ViewB.O

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ToolsQ'_) Help(H)

Click

Clicking "Theme" or "Set title menu" will
allow you to change the design of DVD-Video
nlentl.

Choose the type of disc to be created (8 cm/
12 cm/2-1ayer)
using [Set] - [Configuration].

8 Click "Write"

to create a DVD-Video.

Clicking "Write" will display the screen for
writing.
Check "Create disc", perform setting for
write, such as choosing DVD write drive, and
then set a blank DVD-RW/DVD-R
into the
drive.
Clicking "Preview" will allow you to check
any image of DVD to be created.

Click
Click

Click the "Write" button:

The screen for

setting write will appear. After checking
settings, click "OK": Writing will start.

the

When write is complete, the drive will open
to eject the DVD: Creation of an original DVD
is now finished.
Note,"
• If you load a written DVD-RW in the write drive, the
dialog "Are you sure you want to delete the content of
disc?" will appear,
Deleting the content of disc will erase all data on the
disc: Carefully check the contents of disc.
Choosing "Yes" will display the screen for choosing
the disc erasure method: After checking it, click the
"OK" button. Once the contents on disc have been
deleted_ the cover of disc insertion block on DVD
video camera/recorder
will open, Close the cover
following the message instruction.
• If the disc contains a video file that does not conform
to DVD-Video format, the video will be re-encoded,
resulting in deterioration of image quality.
• If you execute "File"-"Save
project", the halfway
operation status can be saved as a project file,
Reading in this saved project file will allow you to
restart the operation from the saved status.
• A project file will be saved in the project folder that
was designated when images were saved, and the file
name will be automatically attached,

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Using

ImageMixer

3 Mac

Edition

for

DVDCAM

lmageMixer
3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM allows you to import the images recorded on this DVD
video camera/recorder
into Macintosh as a video file, play back the video file, edit it and create a
DVD-Video.
The following shows the basic operations
Refer to the electronic instruction
manual

of ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition
that can be read on Macintosh

for DVDCAM.
for detailed instructions

lmageMixer
3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM: Click "Help" - "ImageMixer
3 Help" while it is starting
up.
To start ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM, double-click the "ImageMixer
3 for DVDCAM"
icon ira Macintosh HD (startup disk) - "Applications"
- "ImageMixer
3 for DVDCAM'.
Note:
• The providedsoftwarecannot be used to burn a DVD-VR(DVD-RAM/DVD-RW).

VIEWING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC USING MACINTOSH
A DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
recorded on this DVD xideo camera/recorder
must be finalized
this DVD video camera/recorder,
see page 100) before it is played back on Macintosh.

1 Load

a disc with the images you wish to play
back into the DVD video camera/recorde];
and connect it to the USB port of Macintosh.

2 Start lmageMixer 3 for DVDCAM.
3 Choose Hitachi DVDCAM.
Click "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed on the
left of screen: The images recorded on disc
will appeal_

4 Select

the scene you wish to play back and

click "Playback".
If you click the scene to be played back, and
then click "Playback"
at the bottom of screen,
the scene will be played back on another
screen.

Click

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Click

Scene Select

(using

Note:
• If Macintosh has previously been set, the DVD player
will start automatically if you load a DVD in the DVD
video camera/recorder or Macintosh drive. To cancel
automatic start of DVD player, from the "Apple" menu
choose "System Preferences", "CDs&DVDs", "When
you insert a video DVD", and then "Ignore".
• When connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to
Macintosh for playback on a DVD player, etc., the
screen for setting the drive region code will appear:
Set the region code that matches your local area.
• Normal playback may not be possible depending on
the disc recorded status.

IMPORTING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC INTO MACINTOSH
lmageMixer
3 allows you to import movie files recorded on disc into Macintosh as MPEG files.
,7
"
•
Using lma._eMlxe]
3, you can play back the im 9orted xideo file, combine images, cut-edit them; and
also create a DVD-Video.

1 Load

a disc with the images you wish to

import into the DVD xideo camera/recordel
and connect it to the USB port of Macintosh.

2 Start hnageMixer 3 for DVDCAM.
3 Choose Hitachi DVDCAM.

Click "Library" at the top left of screen: The
video files imported into Macintosh using
lmageMixer
3 will appear in a list as shown
below.

Click "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed on the
left of screen: The images recorded on disc
will appear.

4 Select

the scene you wish to import and click
"Import".
Click the scene to be played back, and then
click "Import" at the bottom of screen:
Importing the scene will start.

Click

Select a video file on this
click the Playback button
scl_en: The video file can
Also, clicking the "Movie
allow you to cut-edit the
Refer to the electronic
lmageMixer
page 122).
Click

Select

Click

library screen and
at the bottom of
be played back.
Edit" icon will
video.

instruction

manual

3 for details on how to use it (see

Note:
If you click "Recently Imported Files" in "Smart Album"
on the left of screen only the files recently imported will
automatically appear.
If you designate a specific condition, such as recording
date, Smart Album will also automatically display the
video files collectively. For detailed use of Smart Album,
refer to "How to Use"-"Creating
Albums"-"Creating
Smart Albums".

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CREATING DVD-VIDEO USING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC
You can use the images l_corded on the DVD video camera/recorder
to create a disc that can be
played on other DVD recorders/players.
* A DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder
must be finalized on this
DVD video

camera/recorder

(see page 100) before importing

1 Load

a disc with the images you wish to
import into the DVD xideo camera/recordel_
and connect it to the USB port of Macintosh.

2 Start lmageMixer 3 for DVDCAM.
3 Choose Hitachi DVDCAM.
Click "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed on the
left of screen: The images recorded on disc
will appealt

4 Select

the scene you wish to import and click
"Import".
Click the scene to be played back, and then
click "Import" at the bottom of screen:
Importing
the scene will start.
After importing, click "Library" to make sure
that the desired video file has been imported.

the images

on it.

5 Create a DVD creation

list.

Clicking Library will display a list of video
files imported into Macintosh using
ImageMixer 3.
Select the video files from which you wish to
create a DVD-Video, and then click "DVD
List" at the bottom of screen. The screen for
selecting the DVD menu design, size of DVD
disc to be created (8 cm/12 cm), and picture
quality will appear: Choose the desired
settings, and click "OK".
The created DVD list will be added.
The DVD list has been registered "Untitled":
Double-click "Untitled"
to change the name
of the DVD list. The name of the DVD list will
become the name of the disc.

Select DVD men_

I
Click
Note:

Select

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"DVD List"

You can also use Album or Smart Album to easily
prepare a DVD creation list, by selecting the video files
from which you wish to create a DVD-Video and clicking
"DVD List" at the bottom of screen.
Even after creating a DVD list, you can drag a video file
from the library and drop it to the DVD list on the left of
screen: That video file will be added,
While a DVD list is being displayed, click the Utility
Menu button at the bottom of screen and choose "Edit
DVD List": You can re-set the DVD menu design, size of
DVD disc and picture quality.

O Write to a DVD.
You can check the video

files

in a DVD

list.

Select the video file you wish to check and
click the Plavback
icon at the bottonr
of
screen.
When checking
the video files in list, click
"Write"
at the bottom
of screen:

• If you load a written DVD-RW in the write drive, a
dialog "Are you sure you want to delete the contents
of disc?" will appear,
Note;
Deleting the content of disc will erase all data on the
disc: Carefully check the content of disc.
• If the disc contains a video file that does not conform
to DVD-Video format, the video will be re-encoded,
resulting in deterioration of image quality•

Click

The screen for setting the write drive will
appem_ Choose the drive that you use to
write to a DVD, and then click "Create":
Writing to DVD will start.

Wri{in_

Drive

Dvo=_ uj_ssj
Re&_v

Ois(:

tr_ wr_e

Frase

Click
If VOlt _,ris]l to create
salTIO contents,
"Do you want
will

be displayed

multiple

DVDs

of the

chooso
"Yes" for the massage
to create another
disc?"
that
after

a DVD

is creatad.

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Uninstalling

Software

[When using Windows]
Use "Control Panel" to open "Add
uninstalled
from the displayed list
Note:
• After uninstalling software, be sure to
• Administrator authority is required for

or Remove Applications",
choose the application
to be
of applications,
and then click the "Charlge/Remove"
button.
restart the PC.
uninstallation.

[When using Macintosh]
Manually

mo_e the following

folders/files

installed

to Recycle Bin:

/Application/ImageMixer
3 for DVDCAM
/User/Movies/ImageMixer
3 for DVDCAM
/ User/Library/Application
Support/ImageMixer
3 for DVDCAM
/ User/Library/Preferences/com.PIXELA.lmageMixer
3.DVDC AM.plist
/ Library/Receipts/ImageMixer
3 for DVDCAM.pkg
Note:
• "User" will depend on the Iogin user name.
• Administrator authority is required for uninstallation.

Contact

The Following

Olnquiries on software provided with this DVD video camera/recorder
should be directed to:
PIXELA PC Software Support Center
+1-800-458-402q (Toll-free)
+1-213-341-0163
URL:http:/

/www.pixela.co.jp/oem/hitachi/e/index.htnd

OFor inquiries on connections between PC and this DVD video camera/
recorder:
DVDCAM PC Software Support Center
URL: http: / / dvdcam-pc.suppor
t.hitachi.ca

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Cautions
recorder

when
to PC

Use the AC adapter/charger
PC:

connecting

DVD

video

to power the DVD video camera/recorder

camera/

when connecting

it to

The DVD video camera/recorder
can also use a battery, but if the DVD video camera/recorder
cuts off during data transfer, important
recordings will be lost: If data is being written to disc, the
disc will then be unusable.
Do not unplug cables while the disc in DVD video camera/recorder
PC:
If the PC connection cable (provided)
CARD ACCESS indicator is blinking,
disc, the disc will then be unusable.

is being accessed

from

or power cable is unplugged
while the ACCESS/PC
or
important
l_cordings will be lost: If data is being written

Before connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC, disconnect any cables or camera
accessories (external video flash, external microphone, etc.) other than the PC connection
cable and AC adapter/charger.
Use a reference of approx. 30 minutes at approx. 86°F (30°C) or less for operation when
connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC.
If the temperature
of the DVD video canrera/recorder
is too high, writing or reading on the DVD
video camera/recorder
may be faulty. And note that, if an error occurs during writing to a DVD-R,
the disc will no longer be usable.
Take care that the temperature
of this DVD video camera/recorder
is not too high.
Fade, skip or thumbnails
provided software.

set on the DVD video camera/recorder

will not be reflected in the

If the DVD video camera/recorder is connected via USB hub or to a USB port on PC front
panel or keyboard, the DVD video camera/recorder may not be recognized by PC: If this
happens, connect the DVD video camera/recorder to a USB port on PC rear panel.
If the DVD video camera/recorder

power is off, it cannot be connected to PC.

Do not use PC application to finalize a DVD-RW/DVD-R
recorder: Doing so will make the disc unusable.

recorded on this DVD video camera/

Data may be readable or writable from/to the DVD video camera/recorder using software other
than that provided with the DVD video camera/recorder, but Hitachi does not guarantee the
operation.
If the PC is started from suspend (or sleep or standby) with the DVD video camera/recorder
connected to the PC, the DVD video camera/recorder may not be recognized: Disconnect the
DVD video camera/recorder from PC once, and restart the PC.
Multiple DVD video camera/recorders

cannot be simultaneously

connected to PC.

DVD discs created on the software provided with this DVD video camera/recorder can be
played on DVD recordera/players, etc. that conform to each individual disc, but playback on
all devices is not guaranteed. They may not be playable, depending on the playback device
and/or disc recorded status.

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Introduction

to Optional

Accessories

CAMERA ACCESSORIES
Wide conversion lens (DZ-WL1) .1 (p. 51)
T_le-conversion
lens (DZ-TL1) q (p. 51)
Step-up ring (DZ-SR3437) (p. 51)
•

When using camera accessories,

be sure to read the instruction

manuals for each accessory.

.1 You will need the optional step-up ring when attaching these lenses,
Be sure to remove the lens hood at the front of lens before attaching the lens,

POWER SUPPLY
Battery
Battery

(DZ-BP7SW)
(DZ-BP14SW)

• Refer to the catalog for details,
• The models and specifications of the optional accessories
production may be discontinued.

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shown on this page are subject to change

and their

Trouble

Messages

A message may appear while you are operating the DVD video camera/recorde_
appears, refer to the following table and take appropriate corrective action.
Messages are arranged in alphabetical order.

(1) Data error in a part
of image file. Repair
data now?
(2) Found error in image
file. Repair data now?
(3) Data error in all
image file. Repair all
data now?

If a message

It is possible that the system cannot normally complete writing of
file when power is turned off for some reason during recording or
editing (deleting, dividing or combining scenes, or creating play
list). Selecting "YES" will automatically
repair the video file, but
even if "NO" is selected, the same message will appear when the
DVD video camera/recorder
is turned on next time. (Do not
remove the disc while the DVD video camera/recorder
is
recognizing
it: Ignoring this will deactivate the file repair function.)
Follow the instructions
on screen, taking note of the following
cautions:
• Repair will normally be complete in several minutes, but it may
take longer (up to one hour).
• Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger
to power the DVD video
camera/recorder
when repairing data: Repair is not possible
using a battery. If a battery has been attached, turn the power
switch off once, connect the AC adapter/charger,
and then start
repairing.
• Data may not be repaired, depending on the timing when
power was turned off.
• Data may not be repaired normally if data recorded on another
recorder is mixed in.
• The repaired data may be different from the original recorded
content because of partial deletion of defective portion.
• Since the date/time for repair is added to the repaired data
(only the corrected portion for partial repair), the original date/
time information will be lost.
• Since all movies, and then all stills, are repaired, the order of
recorded contents will be lost in case of message (2) (3) only.
• See "1 on page 134.

(1) Disc is not
formatted. Format the
disc now?
(2) Disc Format. Select
record format.
(Displayed only when
DVD-RW is used.)

A DVD-RW/+RW
that was initialized
camera use is inserted.

Auto finalizing...
Plaese wait...

This message will appear with a +RW when it is removed after
recording, or the last recorded scene was deleted. The autofinalized +RW can be played back on a DVD recorder/player.

Cannot

combine

scene.

Cannot combine scene
of multiple programs,
Create PlayList first,
and then combine

by PC and not initialized

for

Unless consecutive
combined.

scenes are selected,

they cannot be

Scenes in different programs (different recording dates) cannot
be combined. Create a Playlist first, and then combine such
scenes on the playlist.

106

scenes.

129

Cannot combine.
Deselect PHOTO

Select only movies

and combine

them.
79

scenes.
Cannot combine.
multiple scenes,
Cannot

Select

delete scenes.

Cannot

divide scene.

Cannot execute.
Change display
category

Select a range of at least 2 scenes to be combined,
combine them.

and then

This may occur when scene that was edited for division,
be deleted.
Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.
This message will appear when the scene is extremely
because division, etc. was repeated.

etc. is to
77, 79

short

This message will appear if you attempt to combine or move
scenes with "Category: VIDEO or PHOTO" specified.

102

to ALL.

Cannot execute.
Unselect multiple
scenes.

Division or change in thumbnail
scenes were selected.

Cannot read disc.
Check dirt/crack/bothsides contrary/inserted

Error occurred while the disc was being recognized.
Make sure
that there is no scratch or dirt on disc, that the surface/back
of
disc is not reversed, and that the disc is firmly pushed against the

correctly,

turntable.

CANNOT
PHOTOS

CANNOT
VIDEO

RECORD

This message will appear when the REC button is pressed
the power switch set to "1_1" or "[_".

Cannot
scenes.

The maximum

SLEEP

when multiple

• This message will appear when the PHOTO button is pressed
with the power switch set to "4m".
• You cannot record still image on DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
disc
(recordable
of still images from PC). Use DVD-RAM disc to
record still images.

The thumbnail of a still cannot
Select a movie.

select any more

was executed

number

ALMOST

with

Remaining

space

Delete unnecessary

of selectable

scenes

is 999.

The DVD video camera/recorder
can enter the sleep/restart
status only from the recording pause status. The following
conditions apply:
• No disc or card is loaded.

FULL

21,145

be changed.

• The disc or card has no remaining space.
• The power switch is set to "1_1"with a DVD-RW
DVD-R/+RW.
CARD

10, 36

See *3 and *4 on page 135.

Cannot replace
thumbnail on PHOTO
scenes.

CANNOT
MODE

is only enough

(VF-mode)/

to record less than 10 stills.

stills and try the card, or use another

77, 98, 145

card.

Card error has
occurred.

• The card terminals may be dirty: Wipe off dirt, and try the card
again, or use another card.
• Data other than still image may be included: Use another card.

Card error has
occurred.
Format the card now?

Was the card formatted on PC? Was formatting
interrupted
midway? When using the card on this DVD video camera/
recorder, choose "YES" and format it.

130

Card error has
occurred.
Formatting
complete.

The card may be damaged:

Use another

card.

is not

Card error has
occurred. Keep card
inside & restart,

Card error could have occurred
the DVD video camera/recorder
connect the AC adapter/charger,
camera/recorder
Delete

Card is not formatted.
Format the card now?

Was the card formatted
video camera/recorder,

CHECK

A disc unusable

unnecessary

stills and try the card, or use another

card.

on PC? When using the card on this DVD
choose "YES" and format it.

on this DVD video camera/recorder

Information

Mismatch may occur
information.
Update

the control

• Use another

between

the recorded

image

The recorded

disc.
10,22

scene is being

stored

on disc.

is verifying

disc has been inserted.
Wait until the message disappears,
DVD video camera/recorder.
FULL

39, 40
whether

the correct
36

and you can start to use the

The remaining free space of disc is less than one minute for
video: Delete unwanted scenes, or use another disc.

Disc error has occurred.
Finalizing is not

• Disc error occurred
Replace the disc.

complete.

• See *3 on page

Disc error has occurred.
Format the disc now?

• Has the disc been initialized
PC been interrupted?

during

finalizing,

and finalizing

77, 145

failed.
100

135.
on PC? Has initializing

the disc on

Choose "YES" and initialize the disc when using it on this DVD
video camera/recorder.
Initializing the disc will erase all data on
it.
• See *2 on page
Disc error has occurred.
Formatting is not
complete,

was interrupted

midway.

In this case, use another

Disc error could have occurred

Turn off the DVD video camera/recorder
with the disc being used
in it, connect AC adapter/charger,
and then power the DVD video
camera/recorder
again. Repair of scenes will be tried.
This message
unfinalization,

editing

disc.

Keep disc inside
restart,

Disc error has occurred.
Unfinalizing
is not

during

10, 97

Disc error has occurred.
&

134.

The disc may be dirty.
Remove the disc and wipe off fingerprints,
dust, etc. before
reusing it, or use another disc.
This message may also appear if you insert a disc for which
formatting

23, 98

information.

This DVD video camera/recorder

DISC ALMOST

and scene

• See *3 and *4 on page 135.
DISC ACCESS

77, 145

may have

been inserted or the disc may be damaged.
Make sure that the type of disc is correct, and make sure that the
disc is not write-protected.
Control
Error.

24, 29

again.

Card full.

DISC

during editing of scenes. Turn off
with the card being used inside,
and then power the DVD video

of scenes.

will appear when disc error occurred during
and unfinalizing disc failed. Replace the disc.

101

complete.

131

Disc error has occurred.

• Use another disc.
• See *3 and *4 on page 135.

10, 22

• Mismatch in recording information
may be caused by editing
done on some device other than this DVD video camera/
recorder.
Initialize the disc or use another disc.
• Initializing

the disc will erase all data on it.

Disc full. Cannot
execute,

Delete unnecessary
disc.

Disc has no data.

This message will appear when an attempt is made to execute
playback or editing on Disc Navigation with no scene recorded.

scenes

before using this disc, or use another

Disc has no PlayList.

Switching

Disc includes protected
scenes. Delete scenes?

The disc may be software protected from a device other than this
DVD video camera/recorder.
To release this case, use a device
that has executed software-protect.

Disc is full. Cannot
control info.

The number of entered scenes has reached the limit that can be
entered, so the control information
for generating thumbnails
cannot be added.

add

Combine
Disc is not formatted.
Format the disc now?

of play list was selected

several scenes

with no play list stored.

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or delete them.

• Has the disc been initialized

on a PC?

Choose "YES" and initialize the disc when using it on this DVD
video camera/recorder,
initialization
will delete all data on the
disc.

• See *2 on page 134.
Disc must be finalized
before it can be played
back on DVD player or
DVD recorder.

• This message will appear if you remove a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/
DVD-R that has not been finalized from the DVD video camera/
recorder.
• See *5 on page 135.

Drive overheat.
retry later,

The temperature
inside the DVD video camera/recorder
is too
high, and reading or writing of the data on disc may not be

Please

)erformed normally.
Turn the DVD video camera/recorder

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29
off and wait for a while. The

temperature
will be effectively decreased if the DVD video
camera/recorder
is placed in a well-ventilated
spot.
DVD-R* Disc, 16:9
mode cannot be
changed, when Video
mode is STD.

With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW
disc, the setting of 16:9
mode will not be possible when the Video mode is STD.
* "DVD-RW (VF)" will appear when using a DVD-RW (VF-mode),
"+RW" will appear when using a +RW.

DVD-R* Disc, Video
mode and 16:9 mode
cannot be changed.

With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc, the movie quality mode
and 16:9 mode once used for recording cannot be changed.
* "DVD-RW (VF)" will appear when using a DVD-RW (VF-mode).

DVD-RAM disc. Finalize
is not required.

This message will appear if you press the FINALIZE
DVD-RAM loaded in this DVD video camera/recorder.
finalization
is necessary for a DVD-RAM.

END OF CARD

No more recording on this card can be done: Delete unnecessary
stills or use another card.

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button with a
No

100

77, 145

Error occurred. Please
replace disc or format

• Abnormality
has occurred with the DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/+RW
disc to be repaired. Initialize the disc before using it, or use the

disc.

another disc. Initializing
• See *2 on page 134.

Error occurred.
replace disc.

Please

Finalize

may not be

complete.
now?

Finalize

again

An abnormality
occurred
Replace the disc.
This message

the disc will erase all data on it.

with a DVD-R

will appear

when

disc to be repaired.

power is supplied

again and the

disc is reinserted
after power was shut off during finalization
to a power failure, etc. Choose "YES" if you wish to be sure
finalizing

due

100

is performed.

JPEG file related to
scenes are not found,

This message will appear when stills recorded on DVD-RAM
disc
using a device other than this DVD video camera/recorder
are to
be copied to card.

NO DISC

This message may appear when the DVD video camera/recorder
or disc is moved from a cold place to a warm place.
Condensation
has occurred on the camera/recorder
lens or DVD

drive. Do not remove the disc; leave the DVD video camera/
recorder turned off in a place as dry as possible for 1 - 2 hours.
The disc has not been inserted.
Insert it.

The disc is not inserted correctly.
Push the disc against the turntable
heard.

at the center

until a click is
36

See *3 and *4 on page 135.
Is the disc surface/bottom

reversed?

Check the surface/bottom

of disc, and reinsert

No more scenes.

• All scenes

PlayList was deleted.

• Since a play list with no scenes cannot be supported by
specifications,
a play list from which all registered
scenes have
been deselected will be deleted.

PlayLists

An attempt was made to create new play list or copy play list,
even though limit specified for play lists in the video recording
standard had already been stored.

over limit.

are deleted

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it correctly.

from the play list.

Same scenes on Play
List will be deleted.
Delete scenes?

• This will appear when scenes are to be deleted.
• When a play list exists on disc, an attempt to delete scenes
program will display this message. (This message will not
appear if you deselect scenes from play list.)

Scenes over limit.
Cannot add scenes,

The number of scenes
that can be entered.
Delete several scenes.

entered

Scenes over limit.
Cannot divide scene,

The number of entered
entered.
Delete several scenes.

scenes

Stop processing.

The •

There was no scene
which can be deleted.

This message will appear if you try to delete multiple scenes on
Disc Navigation when all the selected scenes have been locked.
Release the lock on scenes before executing deletion.

in play list has reached

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the limit
90, 94

button was pressed

has reached

the limit that can be
90, 94

to stop processing

of multiple

scenes.

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This disc cannot be
used. Please replace
disc.

A disc that cannot be used on this DVD video camera/recorder
has been loaded. Check the type of disc.

This disc is finalized.

This message will appear if you press the FINALIZE button with a
finalized DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
loaded in this DVD video camera/

Finalize

is not required.

recorder.

Finalizing

100

the disc is not necessary.

This disc is recorded by
the PAL system. Please
replace disc.

This DVD video camera/recorder
can use only discs recorded
the NTSC system. A disc recorded on the PAL system cannot
used on this DVD video camera/recorder.

UN FORMAT

The disc is not initialized or it is damaged.
If this message appears, be sure to initialize the disc on this DVD
video camera/recorder
before using it.
Reinitializing
even a disc used on this DVD video camera/
recorder may be necessary (initializing will erase all recorded
contents on disc). If this message appears, try to initialize the
disc. If the same message still appears, the disc may be
damaged: Use another disc.

See *2 on page 134.

DISC

on
be

Use AC adapter/
charger.

Finalization
is powered
finalization.

Use AC adapter/
charger.

Scene cannot be repaired
is powered by a battery.

Turn off power.

If the AC adapter/charger
is unavailable
in handy place, remove
the disc, use the opposite side, or use another disc. To repair the
removed disc, insert the disc into the DVD video camera/recorder
afterwards, and connect the AC adapter/charger.

Write protected.
Check card.

A card with the erase prevention
the switch.

Write protected.
Check disc.

• A write-protected
• Release

is not possible when the DVD video camera/recorder
by a battery: Use the AC adapter/charger
for

when the DVD video camera/recorder

switch locked

is inserted:

Unlock

disc is inserted.

the write-protect

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using the Disc Navigation

98
menu.

"1
• This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. If this message appears when a recorded
disc is recognized immediately
after it is inserted, do not repair the disc; remove it and then use
the provided disc cleaning cloth to clean off the dirt before using it.
• This message may also appear when condensation
occurs. In this case, do not repair the disc; turn
the DVD video camera/recorder
off, wait until it dries out, and then turn it on again.
• If the repair message appears when you turn the DVD video camera/recorder
on from off with a
disc loaded after recording on it, choose repail_
• If the repair message appears when recording and playback are normally possible with another
disc - and no condensation
occurs and the disc is not dirty - choose repail_
*2
• This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. In this case, do not initialize the disc:
Remove it and then use the provided disc cleaning cloth to clean off the dirt before using it.
• This message may also appear when condensation
occurs. In this case, do not initialize the disc;
turn the DVD video camera/recorder
off, wait until it dries out, and then turn it on again.
• Initialization will delete all data on disc.

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*3
• This message
provided disc
• This message
recorder dries
*4

may also
cleaning
may also
out, and

appear when dirt adheres to disc. Remove the disc and then use the
cloth to clean off the dirt before using it.
appear when condensation
occurs. Wait until tile DVD video camera/
then turn it on again.

• This message will appear when a single-sided
disc is inserted in reverse.
(Insert the disc with the label printed surface facing tile outside.)
*5

Reinsert

the disc correctlv.

• Do not insert a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R
disc that has not been finalized into any DVD
recorder: The disc may be unusable (except for devices that allow playback of a DVD-R disc not
finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder).

Troubleshooting
Check

to see the following

DVD video

camera/recorder

before

asking

to normal,

for a repair.

If the suggested

do not attempt

to repair

solution

it yourself,

still cannot

but consult

your

restore

the

dealer.

Power supplies

Battery cannot be
charged.

Is the ambient temperature
too low or too high?
Charge the battery at 50 - 86°F (10 - 30°C).
Is the battery abnormally
hot?
Remove the battery, leave it for a while to cool down, then charge
it.
Is the DC power cord connected
it.
Has the battery

been unused

Remove the battery, and
charged, it may be dead:
• If the battery does not
procedures,
it may be
Battery

weakens

fast.

to AC adapter/charger?

for a long time?

Battery may be dead.
The performance
of battery will deteriorate

The CHARGE

indicator

on AC adapter/charger
is blinking.

period

then reattach it. If the battery is still not
Purchase a new one.
charge after you try the above four
dead: Purchase a new battery.

Are you using the DVD video camera/recorder
where the
temperature
is low?
A fully charged battery (DZ-BP07PW/DZ-BP14SW/DZ-BP7SW)
may be discharged sooner than usual at low temperatures.
extra batteries on hand.

extended

Unplug

of time or frequently:

27
Keep

if it is used for an

Purchase

a new battery.

Is the ambient temperature
too low or too high?
Charge the battery in environment
where the temperature
is 50 86°F (10 - 30°C).
The battery has possibly discharged excessively.
Continue
charging: After a while, the battery will be charged to the
specified voltage, and the CHARGE indicator will light. Then the
battery charge will be completed
normally.

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Power turns off
immediately after being
turned on.

Is battery charged?
Charge it.

When power is turned
on, the LCD screen will
turn on and off.
The ACCESS/PC
indicator is blinking,
even though nothing

displayed on LCD
monitor screen.
Power goes off
unexpectedly.

Is Power Save set to "On"?
If the powered DVD video camera/recorder
is left for as long as 5
minutes without recording or playback with "Power Save: On"
specified, it will automatically
turn off to save battery power. To
restart recording in this case, set the power switch to "OFF" and
then set it to "4m". You can also specify "Power Save: Off" to stop
automatic power off.

Is the DVD video camera/recorder
set to the sleep/restart
status?
If 30 minutes or more has elapsed with the DVD video camera/
recorder in the sleep/restart
status, it will automatically
turn off.
Set the power switch to "OFF", and then power the DVD video
camera/recorder
again.

Power cannot be turned
off.

Detach the battery or AC adapter/charger
once, and then press
the RESET button of DVD video camera/recorder:
Reattach a
power supply to DVD video camera/recorder
again.

Even if the DVD video
camera/recorder
is off,
opening the cover will
cause the ACCESS
indicator

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to blink.

before turning

it on

The DVD video camera/recorder
will automatically
turn on to
recognize a disc: Closing the cover will automatically
turn the
DVD video camera/recorder
off.

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During recording

Pressing the REC
button will not start
recording.

•
•
•
•
•

Recording starts but
stops immediately.

Is disc scratched or does dirt or fingerprint adhere to it?
Clean the disc. If there is still no improvement, replace the disc.

No photo can be

•
•
•
•

recorded.

LCD screen
see.

is hard to

Unevenness appears
LCD monitor screen.

Focus is not correct.

Is a finalized disc in the DVD video camera/recorder?
Is proper type of disc inserted?
Is power switch setto match the recording medium?
Is the disc protected?
Does disc have remaining recording space?

Is proper type of disc or card inserted?
Is power switch set to match the recording medium?
Is the disc protected or the card locked?
Does disc or card have remaining recording space?

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100

22, 23, 29, 98

Has brightness of LCD screen been adjusted?
Stop recording and adjust the brightness.

Is the DVD video camera/recorder being used outdoors?
Use the viewfinder. When using LCD monitor, adjust its angle so
that LCD screen is not exposed to direct sunlight.

Did you press the LCD monitor orthe area around it?
If the LCD monitor is pressed, some unevenness will occur.
Release your hand and leave the LCD monitor for a while:
Normal display will be restored.
Is it difficult to use auto focus with your subject?
Focus manually.

Does manual focus icon appear?
The DVD video camera/recorder is set to manual focus. Focus
the subject manually, or release manual focus.

Is the diopter control correctly adjusted if you are using the
viewfinder as a monitor?

Adjust the diopter control.

An error message
repair appears.

for

If during recording light
(sunlight, etc.) enters
the DVD video camera/
recorder through the
lens from above, ghosts
may occur in the
recorded image.

In cases other than the above, set the power switch to "OFF", and
then set it to "4m","O" or "W" again.

Perform repair following the instructions on screen.
Repair is possible when the DVD video camera/recorder is
powered by the AC adapter/charger.
It will take from a few minutes to several hours for repair. If you
wish to start recording immediately, remove the disc, and then
insert another disc: The removed disc can later be repaired by
connecting the AC adapter/charger.

This is not a fault.
Adjust the angle of the DVD video camera/recorder so that
sunlight, etc. does not enter.
Putting a protective hand over the lens may improve the ghosts.

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During playback

Recognition
of disc is
not complete.

Is disc dirty?
Use the provided

Pressing the playback
button will not start

Has the image been recorded
video camera/recorder?

playback.

Playback of image recorded on devices other than this DVD video
camera/recorder
may be impossible on this DVD video camera/
recorder.

disc cleaning

cloth to clean it.
by devices

other than this DVD

68
Has scene been edited on a device other than this DVD video
camera/recorder?
If a scene recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder
is edited
on a device other than this DVD video camera/recorder,
may not be possible on this DVD video camera/recorder.
No playback picture
appears on TV screen.

playback

Is TV input selector set correctly?
Some TVs have multiple video input jacks. Check whether the
correct input was selected on TV to match the connected jacks.
the DVD video camera/recorder
is connected to VCR, set its
input selector to "external input (LINE)".
Is the DVD video camera/recorder
Check the connections.

connected

Playback picture is
momentarily
interrupted.

Is disc scratched
Clean the disc.

No sound.

Is the TV volume control set correctly?
Adjust TV volume control, and be sure to adjust the volume
TV.

Photos

on card cannot

be played

back.

or does dirt or fingerprint

to TV correctly?

adhere

to it?

@]
Fig. 1

Even when the number

of pixels is within the above

range,

playback may not be possible, depending on the recording status
of the digital cameras used.
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) is an integrated image
file format of digital cameras: Image files can be used on all
digital devices
It will take some time to
play back photos on
card.

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conforming

1 O5

1 O4

This DVD video camera/recorder
can play back image data
recorded on SD memory card in other digital cameras conforming
to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard. The
range of image data normally playable on this DVD video
camera/recorder
is that with pixels from 80 horizontal x 60
vertical to 4000 horizontal x 3000 vertical. If the pixel data is
outside this range, blue thumbnails
will appear (thumbnails*
in
the figure), meaning the image is unplayable.

[ ®pu,

to DCR

When playing back a still, "Playback." will appear: Stills with a
large number of pixels will take some time to appear.

1 O5

When the DVD video camera/recorder

No drive icon appears
on PC.

is connected to PC

The DVD video camera/recorder
Check the power supply.

is not turned on.

Turn PC off and then disconnect

the PC connection

PC on again, and then use the PC connection
the DVD video camera/recorder
to PC.

Make sure the PC connection cable is completely
this DVD video camera/recorder.

into

Error occurs in playback

If error occurs

sufficient. It is recommended
that you use a USB terminal
conforming
to USB2.0 when connecting the DVD video camera/
recorder.

Application
is not
normally run on PC.

Turn the PC and DVD video camera/recorder

Error occurs during
writing to disc.

The temperature
of DVD video camera/recorder
is too high due
to continuous
operation.
Disconnect
the DVD video camera/recorder
from PC once,
remove the disc from the DVD video camera/recorder,
and then
turn it off. After a few moments, connect them again and write to
a brand-new disc.

Transfer

Connect

of images

the DVD video camera/recorder

rate is not
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off, and try again.

to another

USB terminal

of PC. If your PC is a desktop type, it is recommended
that you
use USB terminal on the back of PC. If you are using USB2.0
extended card, it is also recommended
that you install the newest
version driver provided by each USB2.0 card maker.
Is disc scratched
Clean the disc.

or does dirt or fingerprint

adhere

This problem

cannot be used after the
provided software has
been installed.

creating

Error appears when
starting ImageMixer
3.

Make sure that your PC display
DirectX9.0c.

Movies are not
recognized
by

Make sure the power switch
set to "411" or "1_1".

may be solved if you update

software

to it?
10

DVD drive built into PC

application

the transfer

plugged

of DVD video camera/
recorder on PC.

stops,

with USB connection,

cable. Turn

cable to connect

the DVD editing/

of your PC.

adapter

(video

card) conforms

of this DVD video camera/recorder

is
29

in PC.

The DISC EJECT
button is not valid when
the DVD video camera/
recorder is connected to
PC.

While the DVD video camera/recorder
is connected
to PC, use
Explorer to right-click the DVD video camera/recorder
drive icon
and execute "Eject".

No sound

Since an MPEG file imported

is heard when

an MPEG file imported
into Macintosh is played
back on Quick Time
with an MPEG 2
playback
adopted.

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into Macintosh

using

ImageMixer

uses the audio format of AC3 audio, no audio will be played
even if the Quick Time MPEG-2 playback component
is
introduced:
Only video will be played back. Use ImageMixer
playback.

115

back
3 for

122

component

139

When the time stamp of
file in DVD-RAM
is
viewed on PC, it is
different from the actual
recording time.

The file system of this DVD video camera/recorder
is operated on
Greenwich
Mean Time (GMT), and time lag information
has not
been set. With Windows ® as of January, 2006, the time stamp of
file viewed on Explorer looks different from the actual recording
time. The actual recording time will appear for date/time
indication on playback screen.

It will take some time to
save a video edited on
the video editor of
ImageMixer
3.

If you are editing a video file whose contents are different from
those of project setting, it may take some time, since the entire
video file must be re-encoded.
Reconfirm the project setting.

"Hardware Removal"
results in error,

Exit Windows ® once, and then disconnect
the DVD video
camera/recorder.
If your PC uses Windows ® 2000 Professional,
the problem may be solved if you install Windows ® 2000 SP3 or
later.

No USB HS (high
speed) connection
even
when USB2.0 card is
used.

Make sure that you have already installed the driver provided with
the USB2.0 card.
You will need to install the driver provided by USB2.0 card maker
in order to operate the USB2.0 card at HS (high speed).

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Miscellaneous

No DVD video camera/
recorder operation.

Is a fully charged battery attached?
Is the DVD video camera/recorder
powered

Power does not come

Execute

on, or no operation
occurs by pressing
button.
The date and time are
incorrect.

the SLEEP/

RESTART button will
not set to the sleep/
restart standby status.
No scene can be
deleted.

reset (press the RESET

AC outlet?

Has the DVD video camera/recorder
)eriod of time?
The internal backup memory battery

•
•
•
•

been left unused

to impact?
Consult your

for a long
31

may be discharged:

it.

Is the proper disc or card loaded?
Does the disc or card have remaining free space?
Is the DVD video camera/recorder
now playing back?
Is Disc Navigation screen displayed?

Is the cursor placed on the scene to be deleted?
If the selected scene (framed in red) exists, that scene will be
deleted even if you use yellow cursor to select any scene. Check
the colors of cursors and bar graph on the thumbnail screen.

140

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142

button).

Has the DVD video camera/recorder
been subjected
The DVD video camera/recorder
could be damaged.
dealer.

Charge
Pressing

system

from

73, 77

Disc cannot be
removed.

• Did you detach the battery or AC adapter/charger
setting the power switch to "OFF"?

(Cover will not open.)

Is the battery charged?
Connect a charged battery or the AC adapter/charger,
press the DISC EJECT button to remove the disc.
• Did the DVD video camera/recorder
turn off because

before

and then
24, 25, 29

the

battery remaining level ran out?
Connect a charged battery or the AC adapter/charger,
set the
power switch to "OFF", and then press the DISC EJECT button
to remove the disc.
Disc cover cannot
closed.

Is disc correctly inserted?
Was disc inserted from wrong direction?
Remove the disc and then reinsert it.

Connect a fully charged battery or AC adapter/charger,
turn the DVD video camera/recorder
on.
Operating sound
heard cyclically.

This sound is heard because
does not indicate a fault.

the disc is cyclically

and then

operated

and

Some vibrations are felt
or slight sound is heard
from mechanism.

These vibrations or sound are caused
not indicate a fault.

• No operation can be
performed
because
the ACCESS/PC
or
CARD ACCESS
indicator on this DVD
video camera/
recorder remains lit or

In the following cases, it will take more time than usual until
operation is possible:
• Immediately
after a disc or card is reinserted.
• When a long time has elapsed since the DVD video camera/
recorder was turned off last.

blinking.
• After disc or card is
inserted, it takes
some time until
recording

is possible.

No image in viewfinder.

by disc drive: This does

• When the temperature
is greatly different from the status of
previous recording.
• When disc with scratches, dirt or fingerprints
is inserted.
• When disc is subject to severe vibrations.
• When the battery or DC power cord was disconnected
instead
of following the correct procedure using power switch to turn
the DVD video camera/recorder
off.
• Is LCD monitor open?
No image will appear in viewfinder unless the LCD monitor
closed and securely locked to DVD video camera/recorder.

• Is DVD video camera/recorder
connection
cable?

connected

Press the SLEEP/RESTART
status.

button

30,41

to PC using PC

Unplug the PC connection cable.
• Does DVD video camera/recorder
stop at the end of the scene
to which wipe-out was set and played back?
Press the DISC NAVIGATION
button.
• Is the DVD video camera/recorder
status?

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• Is the DVD video camera/recorder
set to the sleep/restart
status?
Press the SLEEP/RESTART
button to release the sleep/restart
status.
No image appears on
the LCD screen or in
the viewfinder.

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41,80,113

set to the sleep/restart
to release

the sleep/restart

141

System

Reset

If the DVD video camera/recorder does not operate normally, perform "System Reset": The DVD
video camera/recorder may recover to normal. "System Reset" will reset all settings to factory
defaults. The date and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again before using the DVD
video camera/recorder.

1 Set the

power switch to "OFF" to turn the
DVD video camera/reorder
off.
Detach

tile battery

o1: AC adapter/charger.

2 Use a fine tipped pen to hold down
button for several seconds.
All settings

eList

Camera

of setting items

Functions

Program

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Auto

p. 56

Auto

p. 57

EIS

p. 59

Dig.Zoom

120x *t

p. 50

MIC.Filter

Off

p. 59

VIDEO

FINE

p. 60

Quality

FINE

p. 63

16:9

p. 61

Self Timer

Off

p. 63

OSD Output

Date Set

1/1/2007

Date Mode

M/D/Y

p. 31

LCD Brightness

p. 34

EVF Brightness

p. 34

Color Level

p. 35

EVF Display

Auto

p. 35

White

Functions

Date Setup

LCD/EVF

recorder: Pressing the RESET button with a disc
loaded may erase the scenes recorded on the
disc,

will be reset.

Setup

Record

the reset

Note:
• Do not press the reset button with undue force.
• Before pressing the RESET button, be sure to
remove the disc from the DVD video camera/

Setup

Bal.

Mode

p. 64
12:00AM

p. 31

Initial Setup

Beep

p. 32

Power Save

Off

p. 32

Record

p. 33

Language

English

p. 32

Demo

Auto

p. 33

LED

Mode

"1 "]OOx" Wi]] appear
on DZ-GXSOOOA.
• Some items will not appear
depending

Major

on the disc

or card

inserted.

Specifications

CCD

1/6-inch

interlaced

Total number

of pixels
approx.

Number

Lens

of effective

Movie:

approx.

Still:

approx.

DZ-GX5080A/

DZ-GX5020A

680,000

pixels

F2.0-

340,000
340,000
4.1

f = 1/16" - 2-11/16" (2.3 - 69 mm)
Filter diameter: 1-5/16" (34 mm)
Thread pitch: 0.5 mm

DZ-GX5000A

F2.0- 3.3
f = 1/16"-2-5/16"

(2.3-

58 mm)

Filter diameter: 1-5/16" (34 mm)
Thread pitch: 0.5 mm
Focus

Auto/Manual

Zoom

Optical
Optical

25x (DZ-GX5000A),
30x (DZ-GX5080A/DZ-GX5020A)

100x - 1200x (DZ-GX5000A),
120x - 1500x (DZ-GX5080A/DZGX5020A),
with digital zoom added, 100x (DZ-GX5000A),
120x (DZGX5080A/DZ-GX5020A)
for still
Required

minimum

illumination

0.3 Ix in Low Light mode

Viewfinder

0.2-inch

color TFT(equivalent

LCD monitor

2.7-inch

color TFT (approx.

Electronic

Shutter

image stabilizer

speed

seconds
only

recording

Still recording

Recording

mode

Movie (with sound)
Still (with DVD-RAM

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

approx.
approx.
approx.

pixels)

type

1/4 - 1/4000

Self-timer

Maximum
recordable
time
(per side)

to approx. 200,000
120,000

18 minutes
30 minutes
60 minutes

(movie)

disc, SD memory

card)

(XTRA)
(FINE)
(STD)

143

Maximum
number of
recordable
stills

Recording
format

DVD-RAM disc
(per side)

approx. 999

SD memory card
(when using 32 MB
card)

approx. 180 (in FINE mode)

DVD-RAM/DVD-RW
(VR-mode) disc

Movie:

If movies and stills are mixed on one disc, the recordable number will
decrease.

Varies depending on the recording quality and the type of card.
(p. 145)

Conforming to DVD video recording (DVD-VR) format (Dolby Digital)
Still (DVD-RAM only):
Simultaneous recording, conforming to DVD video recording
(DVD-VR) standard (720 x 480 pixels) and JPEG (640 x 480
pixels)

DVD-RW (VF-mode)/
DVD-R disc

Movie:

+RW disc

Movie: DVD+RW video format (Dolby Digital)

Card

Still: Conforming to JPEG (640 x 480 pixels) standard

Conforming to DVD video format (Dolby Digital)

Audio playback format

MPEG Audio layer 2, linear PCM, Dolby Digital

Recording medium

8 cm DVD-RAM (conforming to DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1)
8 cm DVD-RW (conforming to DVD-RW Ver. 1.1,2x speed [2x/lx])
8 cm DVD-R (conforming to DVD-R for General Ver. 2.0)
8 cm +RW (conforming to +RW Ver. 1.2)
SD memory card

Jacks

Battery system

Video/audio output xl
PC connection terminal (connected to PC USB port) xl (Not
equipped with DZ-GX5020A/DZ-GX5000A)
Lithium-ion

Power consumption

When recording with LCD monitor off (DVD-RAM disc used)
approx. 3.2W (in FINE mode)

Dimensions

Approx. 2-1/2" x 3-9/16" x 5-3/16"
(63 x 91 x 132 mm) (excluding hand strap)

(WxHxD)
Operating temperature (humidity)

32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C) (less than 80%).
32 - 86°F (0 - 30°C) when connected to PC

Storage temperature

-4 - 140°F (-20 - 60°C)

Weight

DZ-GX5080A

approx. 425 g (without battery or disc)

DZ-GX5020A/
DZ-GX5000A

approx. 420 g (without

DZ-GX5080A

approx, 480 g

DZ-GX5020A/
DZ-GX5000A

approx. 475 g

Total weight

Provided

144

when recording

accessories

battery

or disc)

AC adapter/charger,
Battery_
AV/S output cable,
Lens cap, Lens cap string, Shoulder strap, Power cable,
DC power cord, Software CD-ROM (not provided with DZ-GX5020A/
DZ-GX5000A),
PC connection cable (not provided with DZ-GX5020A/DZ-GX5000A),
Disc cleaning cloth

STORAGE CAPACITY OF DISC
Movie

recordable

time

on one

disc" (on single

side)

(when

recording

only

moxdes)

XTRA

Approx.

18 min *t

Best quality

FINE

Approx.

30 min *2

High quality

STD

Approx.

60 min *3

Standard

quality

"1: Variable bit recording (recording of more than 18 minutes on disc may be possible because
varies automatically between approx. 3 - 10 Mbps)
*2: Fixed bit rate: Approx. 6 Mbps
*3: Fixed bit rate: Approx. 3 Mbps

the transfer rate

Note:
• If you record in XTRA mode at high temperatures, the DVD video camera/recorder will heat up and the maximum
transfer rate will be limited to approx. 6 Mbps, so the best quality will not be obtainable.

SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS
The

following

table

shows

the file size

and

quality

of one

still

(JPEG)

FINE

Approx.

160 KB

When image quality is prioritized

NORM

Approx.

120 KB

Standard quality

ECO

Approx. 80 KB

Although

still images

on card

using

card:

When number of stills is prioritized (quality will be slightly inferior)
are recorded

be chosen
when
recording
stills
The file size of a photo
recorded
recorded

recorded

the FINE

on DVD-RAM

disc

on card (p. 63).
on DVD-RAM
disc
quality

only

in "1_"

in the FINE
status

mode,

is equal

the quality

to or larger

mode

than

carl

that

in "[i_{il"

Note;
• No still can be recorded on DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW
disc.
• Since the file size is restricted in all quality modes when recording photos on card ([11_),the quality of photos on
card may be inferior to those recorded on DVD-RAM disc (1_).

RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) ON CARD

FINE

Approx. 180

Approx. 380

Approx. 750

Approx. 1,500

Approx. 3,000

Approx. 6,000

NORM

Approx. 240

Approx. 500

Approx. 1,000

Approx. 2,000

Approx. 4,000

Approx. 8,000

ECO

Approx. 370

Approx. 750

Approx. 1,500

Approx. 3,000

Approx. 6,000

Approx. 12,000

The numbers

of recordable

stills

aboxe

are only

for reference)

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BY PHONE

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(1-800-448-2244)
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with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility
Products:
Models:
Trade Name:

DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
DZ-GX5080A/DZ-GX5020A/DZ-GXS000A
HITACHI

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
may cause undesired operation.
Responsible

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Tel: 800-448-2244

that

Index
Numerics
16:9 ................................................................
8 cm bare disc ..................................................

61
22

A
AC adapter/charger
...........................................
24
ACCESS/PC indicator .................................
39, 40
Add (edit) .........................................................
93
All programs .....................................................
87
Auto (program AE) ............................................
56
Autofocus ........................................................
52
AV output jack ........................................
104, 107

Update Control Info ....................................
DISC EJECT button ..........................................
Display
Information LCD ........................................
Scenes information ....................................
Viewfinder ................................................
Divide ..............................................................
DVD player .....................................................
DVD-R .............................................................
DVD-RAM ........................................................
DVD recorder .................................................
DVD-RW ..........................................................

99
36
43
86
30
78
106
22
22
106
22

E
B
Backlight correction ...........................................
54
Battery
Attaching to DVD video camera/recorder
...... 26
Charging ..................................................
25
Recordable time on DVD video camera/
recorder ................................................
27
Removing from DVD video camera/
recorder ................................................
26
Setting Up ................................................
25
BATTERY EJECT button ....................................
26
Black & White fade ............................................
80
Brightness
.......................................................
34

C
Camera Functions Setup ...................................
49
Capacity ..........................................................
98
Card
Available ..................................................
23
Capacity ..........................................
98, 145
Format .....................................................
97
Handling ..................................................
23
Quality .....................................................
63
CHARGE indicator ............................................
25
Cleaning ............................................................
9
Color Level ......................................................
35
Connecting to TV ............................................
104
Copy ...............................................................
83
Create .............................................................
90

D
Date and time ...................................................
Date setup .......................................................
Defaults ...........................................................
Delete (edit) .....................................................
Delete (play list) ................................................
Delete (scene) ............................................
Demo Mode .....................................................
Detail (scene) ...................................................
Dig. Zoom ........................................................
Diopter control ..................................................
Disc
Available ..................................................
Finalize ..................................................
Format .....................................................
Handling ....................................................
Protect .....................................................

Edit (play List) ..................................................
EIS .................................................................
EXPOSURE button ...........................................
Exposure control ...............................................

92
59
54
54

F
Fade ...............................................................
FINALIZE button .............................................
Finalize Disc ...................................................
FINE (VIDEO Mode) ..........................................
FOCUS button ..................................................
Format Disc .....................................................
Frame advance/Frame back ...............................
Full Auto ..........................................................
FULL AUTO button ............................................
Full Menu .........................................................

80
100
100
60
52
97
69
55
55
48

G
Go To (during playback) .....................................
Go To (on Disc Navigation) .................................

71
97

H
Hand strap .......................................................
Howling .........................................................

19
104

I
Information display mode ...................................
Initial Setup ......................................................

43
32

L
31
31
33
94
96
77, 93
33
86
50
30
22
100
97
9
98

Language ........................................................
Laser pickup block ............................................
LED Light ........................................................
Lens cap ..........................................................
Lens cap string attachment hole ..........................
Linear PCM ....................................................
Lock ................................................................
LOCK switch ....................................................
Low Light (Program AE) .....................................

32
36
42
20
20
144
84
39
57

M
Manual Focus icon ............................................
MENU button ...................................................
MIC.Filter .........................................................
Move ...............................................................

52
48
59
95

147

Optical 25x zoom lens ........................................
Optical 30x zoom lens ........................................
o
OSD Output ......................................................

50
50
64

P
PHOTO capture ................................................
Play (play list) ...................................................
Play (program) ..................................................
Play list ............................................................
Add scenes ...............................................
Add scenes (submenu) ...............................
Create ......................................................
Delete ......................................................
Delete scenes ...........................................
Delete scenes (submenu) ...........................
Move ........................................................
Play .........................................................
Select ......................................................
Select scenes (submenu) ............................
Title .........................................................
Portrait (Program AE) .........................................
Power Save ......................................................
Power switch .....................................................
Program ...........................................................
Play .........................................................
Select ......................................................
Title .........................................................
Program AE ......................................................
Protect Disc ......................................................

69
91
88
90
92
93
90
96
93
94
95
91
91
94
96
56
32
29
87
88
87
88
56
98

Skip (Scene) .....................................................
Skip playback ....................................................
Slide Show .....................................................
Sports (Program AE) ..........................................
Spotlight (Program AE) .......................................
STD (VIDEO Mode) ...........................................
Submenu .........................................................

T
Tele-conversion lens ..........................................
Thumbnail ........................................................
Title (play list) ....................................................
Title (program) ..................................................
TV Type .........................................................

51
66
96
88
103

U
Update Control Info ............................................

V
VIDEO Mode ....................................................
FINE ........................................................
STD .........................................................
XTRA .......................................................
Video selector ...................................................

60
60
60
60
62

W
White
White
Wide
Wipe

Bal ..........................................................
fade ........................................................
conversion lens .........................................
fade .........................................................

Q
Quality (Card) ...................................................
Quick Menu ......................................................
QUICK MENU button .........................................

81
70
103
56
56
60
78

57
80
51
80

X
63
48
48

XTRA (VIDEO

Mode) .........................................

Z
R
Record button ...................................................
Recording indicator ............................................
Repeat Play ....................................................
Reset
settings ....................................................
system ...................................................
RESET button .................................................
+RW ................................................................

Zoom lever ...........................................
39
33
102
33
142
142
22

S
Sand & Snow (Program AE) ................................
56
Scene ..............................................................
66
Combine ...................................................
79
Delete ......................................................
77
Detail .......................................................
86
Divide ......................................................
78
Fade ........................................................
80
Move ..................................................
79, 95
Select ......................................................
85
Skip .........................................................
81
Searching for image ...........................................
69
Select (play list) .................................................
91
Select (program) ...............................................
87
Select (Scene) ..................................................
73
SELECT button .................................................
73
Self Timer ........................................................
63
Shoulder Strap ..................................................
19

148

50, 52, 67

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DVDCAM PC Software Support Center
URL http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/
Support Center phone numbers for software provided:
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Nurn4ros de t414phone de rAssistance
Clientele pour le Iogiciel foumi :
PIXELA CORPORATION
+1-800-458-4029
+1-213-341-0163

(ToIMree)

URL:http://www.pixela.co.jp/oern/hitachi/e/index.html

HiTACHi AMERICA, LTD.
Ubiquitous Platform Systems

HiTACHi CANADA LTD.
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Division

900 Hitachi Way
Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556
Service Hotline: 1-800-HITACH]

1-2495 Meadowpine
Blvd.
Mississauga,
Ontario LSN 6C3
CANADA

(1-800-448-2244)

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(1-800-448-2244)
http://www.hitachi.ca

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