Hitachi DZ GX5020A User Manual DIGITAL CAMCORDER Manuals And Guides L0703120

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|Important Information

For Your Safety

Thepower switch turns the DVD video camera/recorder on and off, leaving ft_edate/time feature unaffected. If the

camera/recorder is to be left unattendedfor a long period of time, turn it off.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOTEXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,

BE SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/

CHARGER (DZ-ACS3).

The DVD video camera/recorder and AC

adapter/charger have the following caution

marks.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Jl_

DO NOT OPEN

Identifications of caution marks

This symbol warns the user that

uninsulated voltage within the unit

may have sufficient magnitude to cause

electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous

to make any kind of contact with any

inside part of this unit.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

A_ This synrbol alerts the user that

important literature concerning the

operation and maintenance of this unit

has been included. Therefore, it should

be read carefully to axoid any

problems.

Precautions

WARNING: Many television programs and films

are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copy-

right law may apply to private in-home

videotaping of copyrighted materials.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian ICES-003.

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 CLASS 1 I

LASER PRODUCT

CAUTION

This product contains a laser diode of higher

class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do

not remove any covers or attempt to gain

access to the inside of the product. Refer all

servicing to qualified personnel.

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 the receiver is

connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

.'aution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer void

the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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.

1Read these instructions.

2Keep these instructions.

3 Heed all warnings.

4Follow all instructions.

5 Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 Clean onlywith dry cloth.

7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience

receptacles, and the point where they exit from the

apparatus.

10 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

11 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 .....

12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long periods of time.

13 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.

14 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.

15 The equipment (AC Adapter/Charger) shall be

used near the socket-outlet and shall be easily

accessible.

Cautions When Using

Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:

• The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with

a sharp object.

• If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear

soon, turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.

• Do not place the DVD video camera/recorder with the open LCD screen down.

• Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD video camera/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: The

viewfinder or LCD monitor could detach and the DVD video camera/recorder may fall.

Do not subject the DVD video camera/recorder to impact:

•This DVD video camera/recorder is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it

against a hard object or let it fall.

• When using a tripod, firmly secure the DVD video camera/recorder on it. Do not use the DVD

video camera/recorder with a tripod in a place whel_ it is subject to severe vibrations or impact.

No sand or dustt

• Fine sand or dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause

malfunctions or defects.

No water or oil!

• Water or oil entering the DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause electric

shock, malfunctions or defects.

Heat on surface of product:

• The surfaces of the DVD video camera/recordel, AC adapter/charger and battery will be slightly

warm, but this does not indicate a fault.

Screen on connected TV:

•Never leave the disc navigation 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.

Do not point directly at the sun:

• If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD video camera/recorder couM malfunction

or a fire could occur.

• Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This

could cause malfunctions.

Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near TV or radio:

• This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts.

Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near strong radio waves or magnetism:

• If the DVD video camera/recorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a

radio wave tower or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded.

During playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and

sound.

At worst the DVD video camera/recorder could malfunction.

Do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to soot or steam:

• Thick soot or steam could damage the DVD video camera/recorder case or cause malhmctions.

Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near corrosive gas:

•If the DVD video camera/recorder is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated

by 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 off while the ACCESS/PC indicator or

CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking:

•The ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or ACCESS/PC

blinking to show that data is being written to disc o1"card, indicator

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

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 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.

CARD ACCESS indicator

Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:

• For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction nranuals attached.

The battery provided has not been charged at time of purchase:

•Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder (see page 25).

• The battery will discharge as time passes. (The battery is produced so that it discharges on its own

in order to protect its characteristics.)

Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless a charged battery or AC adapter/

charger is connected to the DVD video camera/recorder.

Be sure to set the power switch to "OFF" when turning the DVD video camera/

recorder off:

•Disconnecting the battery or AC adapter/charger while the DVD video camera/recorder is being

powered could cause a fault.

Do not bring your eyes near the LED light when using the DVD video camera/

recorder:

• 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 in a place where the temperature is

very high for a long period of time:

•The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave

the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be

damaged. Also, do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to direct sunlight or place it near a

heatel_

Do not store the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the humidity is high

or in a dusty place:

•Dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder could cause malfunctions. If the humidity is high,

the lens could be 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 in a place subject to strong

magnetism or intense vibrations:

•This could cause malfunctions.

Detach the battery from the DVD video camera/recorder and store it in a cool place:

• Leaving the battery attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life.

Suggestions and Restrictions

Make a trial recording:

• Always make a trial recording before doing actual recording to make sure that recording is normal.

The data that have not been stored normally because of a defect in the DVD video camera/

recorder cannot be restored.

It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from which recorded contents can be deleted for

trial recording.

Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder for professional applications:

•This DVD video camera/recorder is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback.

The recorded contents cannot be compensated for:

• Hitachi cannot compensate for any damages caused when 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.

•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 LCD screen and camera

lens

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.

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.

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.

HANDLING DISCS

OUsing discs

Discs are very delicate recording media.

Carefully read the following cautions and

observe thenr:

• 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 mav occur:

Block noise in playback

image

Momentary stop of

playback inrage

- Sound interrupted during

playback, or abnormal Block noise

sound

Blue thumbnail ]

display* (Fig. 1)

Disc cannot correctly

be recognized _q

- Disc cannot be

initialized Fig. 1

Delay between video

and audio

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_

When recordin_ images,

* _ 001,002 I

the DVD _ideo camera/

recorder may axoid the m

portions of disc where r_

recording is not possible,

due to dust, scratches, (Recording one scene

may produce multiple

etc. [It will pause •11 at thumbnails.)

such a portion and

automatically restart

recording (• I1EC).]

This will cause recording to be interrupted for

several seconds to several minutes, and

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/

recorder, and disc itself, may be hot.

OStoring 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).

Use the disc cleaning

cloth to clean from inner

to outer edges in axial

direction.

Read This First

To guide you, we have included following 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/DVD-

RW/+RW disc.

• The section on "Connecting to PC" explains

the contents of pl_wided CD-ROM (DZ-

GXS080A) and how to install the software

included.

• "Subsidiary Information" includes an

introduction to products sold separately, and

troubleshooting.

We want this manual to be as helpful as

possible, so it includes two easy ways to find the

information you need:

•A quick index for the infornration you use

most often.

• 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 ................................................. 22

Recording Movie .............................................. 39

Playing Back .................................................... 67

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

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 the language in the on-screen display of this DVD video camera/recorder

(see page 32).

About This Manual

eDisplays in this manual

Understand that tile displays are different from those vou will actually see in the viewfinder or on

tile LCD screen.

eNotation of cancel button

Press tile STOP/EXIT button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu scroen to the

preceding one. The expression "press the • button" will be used in this text.

e_, _, _, _, _ and _ 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, the method

of operating these models is identical.

The illustrations of DZ-GXS080A are used for the explanation in this text.

|Table of Contents

Important Information ......................................... 2

For Your Safety .................................................. 2

Precautions ........................................................ 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........... 4

Cautions When Using ........................................ 5

Cautions When Storing ...................................... 8

Suggestions and Restrictions ............................ 8

CLEANING ............................................................9

HANDLING DISCS................................................9

DISC CLEANING................................................. 10

Read This First ................................................ 10

About This Manual ........................................... 11

Table of Contents ............................................ 12

Checking Provided Accessories ...................... 15

Names of Parts ................................................ 16

Setups

Demonstration Function ................................... 19

Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/Recorder.. 19

HOLDING DVD VIDEO

CAMERA/RECORDER ..................................... 19

ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP ...................... 19

ATTACHING LENS CAP ..................................... 20

Discs and Cards .............................................. 21

AVAILABLE DISCS ............................................. 22

INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC ....................... 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 ........................ 24

USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER

WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER ...................... 24

Setting Up the Battery ...................................... 25

CHARGING BATTERY ........................................ 25

ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO

CAMERA/RECORDER ..................................... 26

REMOVING BATTERY ....................................... 26

BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR,..,,. 28

EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY .......................... 28

Turning DVD Video Camera/Recorder

On and Off ..................................................... 29

VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR

SCREEN ........................................................... 30

VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH

VIEWFINDER ................................................... 30

Setting Date and Time ..................................... 31

CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND

TIME ................................................................. 31

Initial Settings .................................................. 32

SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF

(BEEP) .............................................................. 32

TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER

OFF AUTOMATICALLY (POWER SAVE) ........ 32

CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE

(LANGUAGE) ................................................... 32

RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS

(RESET) ........................................................... 33

TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF

(RECORD LED) ................................................ 33

CHANGING SETTING OF

DEMONSTRATION .......................................... 33

LCD/EVF Setup ............................................... 34

ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN

(LCD BRIGHTNESS) AND VIEWFINDER

(EVF BRIGHTNESS) ........................................ 34

ADJUSTING COLOR DENSITY

(COLOR LEVEL) .............................................. 35

ALWAYS DISPLAYING IMAGE IN

VIEWFINDER ................................................... 35

Inserting and Removing Disc ........................... 36

Inserting and Removing Card .......................... 38

Basic Techniques

Recording Movie .............................................. 39

Recording Stills ................................................ 40

Swift Restart of Recording

(SLEEP/RESTART button) ............................ 41

Recording using LED Light

(for DZ-GX5080A only) .................................. 42

On-Screen Information .................................... 43

INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING

RECORDING .................................................... 43

Checking Flow of Menu ................................... 48

Zooming ........................................................... 50

MACRO RECORDING ........................................ 50

RECORDING SUBJECTS FOR STRONGER

WIDE-ANGLE OR TELEPHOTO EFFECT ....... 51

Manually Focusing Subject .............................. 52

FOCUSING DURING RECORDING .................... 52

Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded

(Exposure) ..................................................... 54

Compensating for Backlight ............................. 54

Using Full Auto Function .................................. 55

Setting Up Camera Functions .......................... 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 ........................... 60

SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY

(VIDEO MODE) ................................................ 60

SETTING TO WIDE TV SCREEN MODE

(16:9 MODE) ..................................................... 61

SWITCHING QUALITY OF STILL IMAGE

(QUALITY) ........................................................ 63

SELF-TIMER ....................................................... 63

SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OUTPUT

ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT) ........................... 64

Disc Navigation

Using Disc Navigation ...................................... 65

STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC

NAVIGATION .................................................... 65

PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION

SCREEN ........................................................... 67

ADJUSTING VOLUME DURING PLAYBACK..... 67

PLAYING BACK LATEST RECORDED

SCENE ............................................................. 68

DELETING LAST RECORDED SCENE .............. 68

CAPTURING PHOTO .......................................... 69

SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE ....................... 69

FRAME ADVANCE/FRAME BACK/SLOW

PLAYBACK OF MOVIE .................................... 69

SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE .............................. 70

PLAYING BACK STILLS ..................................... 70

JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO) ........ 71

INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING

PLAYBACK ....................................................... 72

SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES ...................... 73

SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES

TOGETHER ...................................................... 73

FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC

NAVIGATION .................................................... 74

UNDERSTANDING FLOW OF DISC

NAVIGATION MENU ........................................ 75

Scene ............................................................... 77

DELETING SCENES (EDIT- DELETE) ............. 77

DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT- DIVIDE) .................. 76

COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES

(EDIT - COMBINE) .......................................... 79

ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES

(EDIT - MOVE) ................................................. 79

DIRECTING SCENES EFFECTIVELY

(EFFECT - FADE) ............................................ 80

PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES

(EFFECT - SKIP) ............................................. 81

CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS

(EFFECT - THUMBNAIL) ................................. 82

COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO

CARD (COPY) .................................................. 83

LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK) .............. 84

SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN

(SELECT) ......................................................... 86

DISPLAYING INFORMATION USING MENU

SCREEN (DETAIL) ........................................... 86

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 ........................................................... 90

WHAT IS "PLAY LIST"? ....................................... 90

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) .......................................................... 97

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) .......................... 98

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 ................................... 104

CONNECTING TO A TV .................................... 104

VIEWING ON TV SCREEN ............................... 105

Playback on DVD Recorder/Player ............... 106

PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM/DVD-RW

(VR-MODE) DISC ........................................... 106

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

+RW DISC ...................................................... 106

|Recording (Dubbing) images ......................... 107

RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER

VIDEO DEVICES ............................................ 107

Connecting to PC (DZ-GX5080A)

Software Provided ......................................... 108

Requirements of available PC ....................... 109

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

CAMERAACCESSORIES ................................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 Accessories

Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package:

Battery (model DZ-BPO7PW):

Portable power supply for this DVD video

camera/recorder. Charge it before use.

AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACS3):

Used to power the DVD video camera/

recorder from AC outlet, or charge battery.

Power cable:

Connect between household AC outlet and

AC adapter/charger.

Lens cap and lens cap string:

Attach the lens cap when not recording, to

protect the lens.

Disc cleaning cloth:

Always use this to clean discs.

AV/S output cable:

Used when viewing the picture played back

on the DVD video camera/recorder on TV

screen, or output video to another video

device.

Software CD-ROM:

For DZ-GXS080A only.

Use this CD-ROM when connecting the

DVD video camera/recorder to PC.

DC power cord:

When powering the DVD video camera/

recorder from household AC outlet, use

this cord to connect the DVD video

camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger.

Shoulder strap:

Attach to the DVD video camera/recorder

to hang it from shoulder.

PC connection cable:

For DZ-GX5080A only.

Use this cable when connecting the DVD

video camera/recorder to PC.

INames of Parts

(Inside the cover)

1 LED light (for DZ-GX5080A only) (p. 42)

2 Lens cap string attachment hole (p. 20)

3 Stereo microphone

Take care that tile nricrophone is not blocked

by a hand, etc., during recording.

4 Recording indicator (p. 33)

The red indicator will light during recording.

5Optical 25x zoom lens

(for DZ-GX5000A only)

Optical 30x zoom lens

(for DZ-GX5080A/GX5020A only)

(p. 50)

6 Zoom lever {p. 50, 52, 67)

To adjust the zoom or volume.

7 PC connection terminal (TO PC) (for DZ-

GX5080A only) (p. 113)

8 AV output jack (p. 104, 107)

9 Wide-screen color liquid crystal display

(inside) (p. 30)

Although the external appearances of DZ-

GXS080A, DZ-GXS020A and DZ-GX5000A are

different, the method of operating these

models is identical. DZ-GX5080A illustrations

are used in this manual.

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 !

17 18 19 20 21

10 Viewfinder (p. 30)

11 Diopter control (p. 30)

To adjust the focus of image appearing in tile

viewfindel_ (Pull out the viewfinder.)

12 SLEEP/RESTART button (p. 41)

To switch the sleep/restart status beVween

ON and OFE

13 ACCESS/PC indicator

(for DZ-GX5080A only)

ACCESS indicator (for DZ-GX5020A/

GX5000A only)

(pl 7, 39, 40)

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 to open

the cover of disc insertion block.

16 Disc insertion block (p. 36)

17 BATTERY EJECT button (p. 26)

Press this button when removing file batter}:

18 Battery attachment platform (p. 26)

19 Record button (REC) (p. 39)

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)

22 Hand strap (p. 19)

|23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38

23 FULL AUTO (p. 55)

To switch the DVD video camera/recorder to

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.

26 SELECT button (p. 73)

27 DISC NAVIGATION 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.

30 Speaker (p. 67)

31 RESET button (p. 142)

To reset all settings to defaults (status when

the DVD video camera/recorder was

shipped from the factory).

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

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).

35 FINALIZE button (p. 100)

Press this button to finalize the recorded

DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW.

36 Card insertion 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

(p. 31,42, 48, 52, 54, 68, 69, 70)

Use these buttons to select a scene or m_nu item,

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 for recording -setting up the DVD video camera/recorder

and battery.

Demonstration 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 approx, three

minutes after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on.

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_

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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

1Attach tile shorter end of lens cap string to

the lens cap.

2Attach the longer end of lens cap string to the

attachment hole of DVD _ideo camera/

recorder.

3Push tile both sides of cap inward and attach

it oxer tile lens.

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.

er end

__Push and fit

Discs and Cards

The following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) that can be used on this DVD video

camera/recorder and the functions which are available with them:

To record video (p. 39)

To record photo (p. 40)

To delete image just

recorded (p. 68)

To select image and delete it

(p. 77)

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 formatting

To initialize and reuse (p. 97)

To additionally record on

finalized disc

To edit copied video on PC *8

To playback video on PC *8

To create DVD video using

PC °8

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• "1 • "1"2 0*2 0*2 •"1"2 *3

0*4 __•-- 0*4

• ••-- • •

-- • 0*5 _0_5 _

0*6 0*6*7 0*6*7 0*6*7 0*6*7 __

__ __ 0*6 0*6 __ __

O: Functions available; --: Not available

"1: Playable on devices that conform to either 8 cm DVD-RAM, 8 cm DVD-RW (VR mode) or 8cm +RW.

*2: Must be finalized. Cannot be played on some DVD players or DVD recorders.

*3: Some DVD devices conform to SD memory card.

*4: When media that are sold "formatted" are used. ff the initialization format differs, the media can be initialized on

this DVD video camera/recorder and then used.

*5: To additionally record, the finalized disc must be unfinalized.

*6: The provided software is used.

*7: Finalize the disc when editing/playing back on PC.

*8: DZ-GXSO2OA/GXSOOOA eannot be connected to a PC.

|AVAILABLE DISCS

_i iU_abl _iiscs_ ;, on

Allows you to delete unnecessary scenes or edit

scenes.

DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm) RA,',.t Also allows you to record photos.

RAN4.7

Allows you to choose the VR mode for deleting

DVD-RW unnecessary scenes or editing scenes, or the VF

[Ver1.1 (8 cm) 2x speed (2x/1 x)] Rw mode in which deletion or editing is not possible, but

2_1:X high compatibility with DVD players is provided "1

Provides high compatibility with DVD players "1. No

DVD-R deletion or editing is possible.

for General Ver. 2.0 (8 cm)] R

R4.7

Provides high compatibility with DVD players but does

+RW Ver. 1.2 (8 cm) not need to be finalized *2 Scenes can be deleted

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 data may be

damaged (except for devices that allow playback of a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc not

finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder).

• Use only DZ-GXS080A/GXS020A/GXS000A to record on or finalize a DVD-RW (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 DVD-

RW/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 Vel_ 2.0

• 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 of 8 cm

AVAILABLE CARDS

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.

OHandling card

.Do not use cards other than

designated ones. [_UUUUUU_

the

Be sure to perform trial _ _ [

recording before recording

Do not touch the card I[ I

ternrina] or allow it to touch I I [

metal. 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.

Locked status

Erasure prevention

switch

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 to power the DVD video canrera/recorder

from household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it

indoors.

Note:

Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3)to powerthe DVD video camera/recorder. Using other

AC adapter/chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire.

Power cable

AC adapter/charger

1Connect tile power cable to AC adapter/

charger.

2Plug the power cable into AC outlet.

3Plug one end of DC power cord into the DC

output jack on AC adapter/charger.

4Attach 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.

DC power cord

Setting Up the Battery

The DZ-BPOTPW battery provided with DZ-GXSO8OA/GXSO2OA/GXSOOOA has not been charged at

purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD video 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

AC Plug Adapter (not supplied)

CHARGING BATTERY

Use the provided AC adapter/charger to charge the batter_

1Connect the power cable to AC adapter/

charger.

2Plug the power cable into AC outlet.

3Attach the battery to AC adapter/charger.

Note:

When charging a battery, unplug the DC power cord

from the DC output jack on AC adapter/charger.

Battery

CHARGE

Power cable

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 J Lit

Charge complete ] Goes out

Note:

See "Troubleshooting" on page 135 when the CHARGE indicator blinks.

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

DZ-BP07PW (provided)/DZ-BPTSW (optional): Approx. 90 minutes

DZ-BP14SW (optional): Approx. 165 minutes

Tile charge time will vary depending on the remaining power level of batter?_

ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER

1Fit the battery to the battery attachment

platform on this DVD video camera/recorder

and slide it downward until a click is heard.

Terminal

side must

be down.

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.

REMOVING BATTERY

After using the DVD xideo camera/recorder, remox e the battery from it.

1 While holding down the BATTERY EJECT

button, slide the battery upward to remo_ e it.

Note:

• 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 can

continuouslv be used with a fully charged battery:

With DZ-BPOTPW (provided)/DZ-BP7SW (optional)

When using viewfinder approx. 85 min

XTRA*

When using LCD monitor approx. 75 min

When using viewfinder approx. 85 min

FINE

When using LCD monitor approx. 75 min

When using viewfinder approx. 100 min

STD

When using LCD monitor approx. 85 min

With DZ-BP14SW (optional)

When using viewfinder approx. 170 min

XTRA*

When using LCD monitor approx. 150 min

When using viewfinder approx. 170 min

FINE

When using LCD monitor approx. 150 min

When using viewfinder approx. 210 min

STD

When using LCD monitor approx. 170 min

*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, tile battery remaining level

appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows:

Fully charged • 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 On and

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 still on SD

Illen/O rv card

Set to "411":

To record movie on DVD-

RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/

+RW disc

-Set to "1_1":

To record still on DVD-

RAM disc

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.

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

If you open the LCD monitor, you can monitor

subject image on the LCD screen.

] Open the LCD 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 can be opened up to

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 to

180 °so the screen faces in the same direction as

the lens.

If the LCD monitor is turned 180 _' so the screen

faces in the same direction as the lens during

recording, subject image will also appear in the

viewfinder as a mirror image (left/rigfit

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.

VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH

VIEWFINDER

1Pull out the viewfinder.

2Turn the diopter control knob to adjust the

focus to suit your eyesight.

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

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.

Diopter control

i Viewfinder

Pull out th

until a click is heard.

18O°

finger

(Bottom)

Setting Date and Time

Set the current date and time so that the date and time you make a recording can be recorded

correctly.

The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set.

1Press the MENU button, use the _/_1_/

_1/11_ buttons to choose "Date Setup" and

then "Date Set".

2Press the _ button.

The figuro for the

month will be selected.

[The digit that is

highlighted first depends on the date display

format (set up in Date Mode): The digit on the

left end of the date display 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.

3Press the _1 or

button to select the digit

vou want to set in

sequence,

Press the _ or ),'1_| button to select the

number for current date/time, and 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.

CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME

You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year, day/month/year o1: year/

month/day. Choose "Date Mode" on the "Date Setup" menu screen in procedure 1, and then set to

the desired date display mode.

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 OFF AUTOMATICALLY

(POWER SAVE)

Select "On" or "Off", and

then press the I_/11 button.

On: To engage power

save. If the DVD

video camera/

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.

Note:

•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 on-

screen 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,

CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE (LANGUAGE)

You can change the language used to display the nrenu and information.

The following shows that English is changed to French.

1Press )"/11 or 10_ with

the screen shown on the

right displayed: The

"Language" screen will

appear.

2Choose "Fran_ais', and

then press I_/11.

The display will change

to French.

ni ia e u •

_ P0_r sav_ 0ff

_ En Hsh

_b)ENTER(m)RETU_N

Note:

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 (initial settings at the factory (p. 142)). (Note, howex er, that

the date/time will not be reset.)

1Choose "Reset" on the

"Initial Setup" menu

screen, and then press

the l,,/ll button.

The screen_ for verifying., reset_ will aFp_ ear.

2If you are sure that you

wish to reset, use the

button to choose

"YES", and then press

the I_/11 button.

i _._Reset _

_R _

The setting items ha_e now been reset to

defaults.

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 LED)

You can switch off the recording indicator on the front of DVD _ideo camera/recorder e_en during

recording.

Select "On" or "Off", and

then press the I'/11 button.

On: The recording

indicator will light

red to show that the

DVD video camera/recorder is recording.

Off: The rocording indicator will not light even

during recording.

Note:

• The Record LED setting will not appear in the on-

screen 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 SETTING OF DEMONSTRATION

1Press the MENU

button, choose "Initial

Setup", "Demo Mode",

and then press the I1,'/11

button.

2Press the I_1 or D,'I_Ibutton to choose the

desired option, and then press the I_/11

button.

Auto: To start demonstration if the DVD

video camera/recorder is inactive for

approx. 3 minutes after it is turned on.

Off: To set demonstration to off.

Start: Tostart demorlstrationimmediately.

Note:

• Pressing the • (STOP/EXIT) or DISC NAVIGATION

button will exit demonstration.

• 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 demonstration function will not work when the

DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC (DZ-

GX5080A only).

• While the demonstration is being given, the recording

indicator will blink.

3Press the MENU button again to exit setting.

|LCD/EVF Setup

ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHTNESS) AND

VIEWFINDER (EVF BRIGHTNESS)

1Press the MENU button, 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".

3Press the MENU button to end the setting.

Note:

The brightness setting will be stored in memory even

after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.

The brightness adjustment bar will appear on

the screen.

2Use the _/_1_" buttons

for adjustment.

Press _ :

The screen becomes

dimmer.

Press I1_ : Brightness

The screen becomes adjustment bar

brighter.

ADJUSTING COLOR DENSITY (COLOR LEVEL)

You carl adjust the color density of the LCD monitor screen and viewfinder.

1Press the MENU

button, use the I_1/

ll'l_ l_lld_ lli'l l l

buttons to choose

"LCD/EVF Adjust" on

the "LCD/EVF Setup" menu screen, and then

choose "Color Level".

Note:

• The color setting will be stored in memory even after

the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off,

• 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.

The color density adjustment bar will appear

on the screen.

2Use the _1/I_ buttons

for adjustment.

Press _1_ :

For lighter colo1:

Press _ :

For denser colo1: adjustment bar

ALWAYS DISPLAYING IMAGE IN VIEWFINDER

1Press 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.

2Choose "On" and decide it.

Auto: If the LCD monitor is open, no image

will appear in the viewfinder.

On: 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 and Removing Disc

/Press down tile DISC EJECT button once and

release it.

A few moments after tile ACCESS/PC

indicator blinks, the cover of disc insertion

block will open.

2Gently open tile cover by hand fully until it

stops.

3When inserting a disc:

Push the disc against the turntable at the

center to lock it until a click is heard.

Push the shaded

portion.

When removing the disc:

While pushing down the center portion of

turntable, pick up the disc, holding iN edge,

to renlo_, e it.

Pickup lens

•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.

4Push the section nrarked "PUSH CLOSE" on

the cover of disc insertion block, to close the

cover,

Then the DVD video camera/recorder will

automatically recognize the disc: While the

ACCESS/PC indicator is lit, do not cut off the

power supp]_, and do not subject the DVD

video camera/recorder to any vibrations or

impact.

Turntable

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 leaded in the DVD video camera/recorder, the "Format Disc" screen will appeal_

When recording on this DVD video

camera/recorder:

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.

I c_a,r_R

[1±oi_oFormat i

i_ select re_ordformat

(When using DVD-RW)

When recording data from PC:

While the "Format Disc" screen is displayed,

choose "No" and then pl_ss I_/||, or press the •

button.

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".

|Inserting and Removing Card

1()pen the LCD nronitor.

2Turn the DVD video canrera/recorder off.

3Open the cover of card insertion block.

4Inserting Card:

lnsert card with its terminal inward until it

locks.

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.

This section explains about recording of movies and still images, and also basic settings on

DVD video camera/recorder.

Recording Movie

Before You Begin ] • Insert a recordable disc into this DVD video camera/recorder.

Pressing REC

once will start

recording; ACCESS/PC

pressing it once indicator

again will

temporarily stop

recording.

1Remove the lens cap, and then point the DVD

video camera/recorder at subject.

2Turn 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:

3Check 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 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.

5When recording is finished, turn the DVD

video camera/recorder off.

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.

|Recording Stills

Note:

Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM disc

and card.

ACCESS/PC

indicator

_ PHOTO button

CARD ACCESS indicator

1Remo_ e the lens cap, and then point the DVD

_ideo camera/recorder at subject.

2Turn 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:

5Press 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.

3Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder

or LCD).

When using the viewfinde]; pull it out and

close the LCD monitor.

4Press the PHOTO button 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).

Swift Restart of Recording (SLEEP/RESTART

button)

If you press the SLEEP/RESTART button while in tile recording pause status instead of turning the

DVD video camera/recorder of Ltile status that recording is possible will be restored in approx. 1.5

seconds.

Setting to the sleep/restart standby

status:

Press tile SLEEP/RESTART button in tile

recording pause status.

Tile SLEEP/RESTART button will light, and tile

DVD video camera/recorder will enter the

sleep/restart standby status.

In the following cases, pressing the SLEEP/

RESTART button will not set the DVD video

camera/recorder to the sleep/restart standby

status:

•No disc or card is inserted into this DVD video

camera/recorder,

• The loaded disc or card has no remaining free space.

• The Disc Navigation screen is being displayed.

• The power switch is set to '1_1"when using a DVD-

RW/DVD-R/+RW.

• During playback.

• An unusable disc or card is loaded,

Restoring from sleep/restart standby

status:

Press the SLEEP/RESTART button that is lit:

The DVD video camera/recorder will return to

the recording pause status.

Pressing the REC or PHOTO button will also

restore the DVD video camera/recorder to

recording pause from the sleep/restart standby

status.

The following operation will release the sleep/

restart standby status:

• Press down the DISC EJECT button.

• Change over the power switch ("_"4->'_1").

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

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.

• 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.

SLEEP/RESTART button

Recording using LED Light (for DZ.GX5080A only)

You can use the LED light to illuminate a subject 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 icon

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8:00AM

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LED light

2Press the 1'_1 button 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).

On-Screen Information

Various types of information will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen during recording.

INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING RECORDING

See the next page for details.

IB£ 2,16:9 mode

,_ 3. Program AE

[] 4. Backlight compensation

_(ll)_ 5. EIS

_,_: 6. White balance

7. LED light

1. Recording mode

11. Zoom ] I

12. Exposure correction

13. Manual Focus

14. Disc/Card type

15. Movie recording quality

[] 8. Microphone filter

9. Self-timer

10. Recording status

_ojl_ _ Movie recording time

Warning message (p. 55)

current date/time

The above screen is an example for

explanation:

It is different from the actual display.

1. Recording mode (p. 39, 40)

: Movie

a : Still (Disc)

I_ : Still (Card)

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

(p. 61)

No display : 16:9 mode OFF

1_8 : 16:9 mode ON

3. Program AE (only in movie recording mode)

(p. 56)

No display : Auto

'_K : Sports

e_, : Portrait

[] : Spotlight

_3_:' : Sand & Snow

: Low Light

4. Backlight compensation (p. 54)

No display : Backlight compensation OFF

[] : Backlight compensation ON

5. Electronic image stabilizer (EIS) (p. 59)

No display : EIS OFF

((_)) : EIS ON

6. White balance (p. 57)

No display : Auto

txmA : Set

"_: : Outdoor

;_; : Indoor1

: Indoor2

7. LED light q (p. 42)

No display : LED light OFF

-_ : LED light ON

8. Microphone filter (only in movie recording

mode) (p. 59)

No display : Microphone filter OFF

[] : Microphone filter ON

9. Self-timer (only in still recording mode) (p. 63)

No display : Self-timer OFF

@ : Self-timer ON

(countdown is from 10 seconds

10. Recording status

• REC : During recording

• 11 : During recording pause (lights in

green)

When focus locks during photo

recording (lights in purple)

No display .2

11. Zoom (p. 50)

w r---r--1 T

(Digital Zoom: Off)

WI ,liT

(Digital Zoom: 120x .3)

Wl i mT

(Digital Zoom: 1500x .4 only in movie

recording mode)

12. Exposure correction (p. 54)

No display : Auto

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

13.Manual focus (p. 52)

No display :Autofocus

: Manual focus

14. Disc/Card type 15. Movie recording quality (when using disc) (p. 60)

: DVD-RAM XTRA : Best quality

: DVD-RAM (write-protected) FINE :High quality

_1_ [_lJ : DVD-RW (VR-mode/VF-mode) STD : Standard quality

: Protected DVD-RW (VR-mode) Still recording quality (when using card) (p. 63)

_m : DVD-RW (VR-mode) finalized on

this video camera/recorder FINE : High quality

_t_ : DVD-RW (VR-mode) finalized on a NORM : Standard quality

device other than this DVD video ECO : Number of recordable stills is

camera/recorder prioritized

_1_ : Finalized DVD-RW (VF-mode)

@ : DVD-R 16.Remaining space on disc/card .6

@ : DVD-R already finalized on this REM XX : Remaining recordable minutes

DVD video camera/recorder MIN .7 during movie recording

_* : DVD-R finalized on a device other REM XX .8 : Number of remaining r_cordable

than this DVD video camera/ still images during still recording

recorder

* [ncludes DVD-R recorded on a 17. Remaining battery level (p. 28)

Hitachi DVD video carnera/rocorder

model other than DZ-GXS080A /' (full charge)

GXS020A/GXS000A and not r- /

finalized.

: +RW :_ (low remaining charge)

: Finalized +RW

: SD memory card

: Locked SD memory card

No display _5

"1 Displayed on DZ-GX508OA.

*2 When no disc or card is in the DVD video camera/recorder, or disc has not yet been initialized, a write-

protected disc or locked card, or a disc or card with no remaining space, has been inserted.

*3 "lOOx" will appear on DZ-GXSOOOA.

*4 "1200x" will appear on DZ-GXSOOOA.

*5 No display if no disc or card is loaded, or if a disc or card unusable on this DVD video camera/recorder is

loaded.

*6 No remaining time or number will be displayed with a protected disc or locked card, or finalized DVD-RW (VF-

mode)/DVD-R/+RW disc.

*7 In XTRA mode, possible recording time may be longer than the displayed time.

*8 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).

OSwitching the information display mode

You can switch the display mode of on-screen information:

Press tile DISPLAY button.

Tile full and minimum display modes will alternate.

• Full display mode: 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 screenduring

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 (see page 43) will appear when recording with the LCD screen facing the same

direction as the lens.

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

• A write-protected disc is loaded.

I_1 • A locked card is loaded.

• • An unusable card is loaded.

• An attempt to record a still is being made with a DVD-RW/DVD-

OR/+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).

• During recording pause (lights in green).

• During focus lock (lights in purple).

I11 • 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 Menu will appear if you press the MENU button.

You carl use tile I_l_/_)'l/'_l/ll_ buttons on DVD video camera/recorder to select various setting

options in Full Menu and designate them.

Press the MENU button.

Press _ or 1)/11

The cursor to be

chosen will move to

the right.

The cursor to--

be chosen will

move down.

)

Press 41_ or •

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 LCD/EVF Setup

Program AE (p. 56)

White balance (p. 57)

EIS (p. 59)

Digital zoom (p. 50)

Microphone filter q (p. 59)

"1: Displayed only in "411"status,

Adjust (p. 34)

EVF Display (p. 35)

Initial Setup

Record Functions Setup

Beep (p. 32)

Power save (p. 32)

Recording LED (p. 33)

On-screen information display output (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 DZ-

GXS000A; up to 1500-power on DZ-GX5080A/

W: recording wide area

(wide-angle)

GX5020A.

F: recording enlarged

image (telephoto)

1Press the MENU button, choose "Dig. Zoom"

on the "Camera Functions Setup" menu

screen, and then press the I_/|| button.

2Choose the desired magnification, and then

press the I1_/|| button.

3Press the MENU button to end the setting.

Moving the zoom lever 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 "1200x" on DZ-GXSOOOA.

*2 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.

1Aim the DVD video canrera/recorder at the

subject, and press the zoom lever to "W"

control side.

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 OR TELEPHOTO

EFFECT

Use the tele-conversion lens or wide-conversion lens with tile following filter diameter and thread

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 lens or DZ-WL1 wide-conversion lens, use the

optional step-up ring: DZ-SR3437 (see page 128).

1Attach the step-up ring oxer the lens.

2Remox e the cap of conversion lens, and screw the lens into the thread of step-up ring.

Conversion lens

(Attach)

• Tele-conversion lens: For stronger telephoto effect

• Wide-corn ersion lens: For stronger wide-angle 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 (autofocus). You can also

manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions.

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

1Press the FOCUS button during recordhrg.

Manual Focus icon will appear on the screen.

Manual Focus icon--

.,ooA_

2 Press the zoom le_er to "T" contro] side to

zoom in on subiect.

3Use the _ /_buttons to adjust the focus,

while viewing the image in the viewfinder o1:

on the LCD screen.

Adjust with _ /IN_ buttons

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):

_ Objects not in Objects with Objects that

_ / _ecenter of little variation are far and

in brightness, near at the

such as white same time

} wall

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

Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded

(Exposure)

The DVD video camera/recorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically You can also manually

adjust the exposure depending on the recording conditions.

1Press the EXPOSURE button during

recording.

The exposure adjustment bar will appear on

tire screen.

Exposure adjustment bar-- _ ......

2Use the <<1 /_ buttons to adjust the

exposure_ , while _ iewing, the image in the

_ iewfinder o]: on the LCD screen.

Adjust with _ /_ 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.

Compensating for Backlight

When subject is lighted from rear, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not

too dark.

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.

1Press the BLC button during recording.

REM_0MI.

Backlightcorrection icon

_,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 settings will reset to defaults:

Focus Auto 52

Backlight Off 54

compensation

Exposure Auto 54

Program AE Auto 56

White balance Auto 57

EIS On 59

MIC.Filter Off 59

|Setting Up Camera Functions

Before You Begin I "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.

1Press 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 on the right of

"Program AE'.

2Use the I_I_/Dd_I/_I/)H_ buttons to choose

the desired option, and then press the IP'/||

button: The selected option will be set.

3Press the MENU button to end the setting.

The menu screen will disappeal_

Note:

•You can check the selected AE mode by the on-

screen 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.

1Press the MENU button, and choose

"Program AE" from the "Camera Functions

Setup" nlenu.

2 Choose "Low Light", and designate it.

3 Press the MENU button to end the setting.

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).

4Open the LCD ___monitor, turn it ]80 _ _

so that it faces the

same dh:ection as o__

the lens: The LCD

monitor will light

white.

ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE)

This DVD _ideo camera/recorder automatically adjusts the color of subject. Change the white

balance setting depending on the recording conditions.

Auto White balance always automatically adjusted None

Set You can manually adjust white balance to match the light B"/1

source or situation (p. 58)

Outdoor To record in fine weather "_'-

Indoor 1 To record under incandescent light, halogen light or bulb- -8,-

color type fluorescent light

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_/11but[on.

3Press the MENU button to end the setting.

Note:

• The white balance mode can be confirmed using the

on-screen information.

• The white balance setting will be stored in memory

even when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned

off.

• Do not block the infrared sensor with hand etc.

OSetting white balance manually

Point the DVD Thick paper

video camera/

recorder at a white

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).

2Press the MENU button, choose "White Bal.',

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

3Hold 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.

4Press the • button 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.

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 a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in tile

recorded image.

1Press the MENU button, choose "EIS" on tile

"Canrera Functions Setup" menu screen, and

then press the I_/|| button.

2Choose the "On" o1: "Off", and then press the

I_,'11 button.

3Press the MENU button 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.

• 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 when the tele or wide-

conversion lens is used.

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.

1Press the MENU button, choose "MlC.Filter"

on the "Camera Functions Setup" menu

screen, and then press the I_/|| button.

2Choose the desired option, and then press the

I_/|| button.

Press the MENU button to end the setting.

Note:

• You can also use the on-screen display to confirm that

the MIC.Filter has been set,

• The MIC.Filter setting will be stored in memory even

when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off,

• The MIC.Filter function will work only during movie

recording.

ISetting Up Record Functions

SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY (VIDEO MODE)

Choose the movie quality from "XTRA', "FINE", "STD'.

1Press the MENU button, 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.

2Choose the desired quality mode, and then

press the I_'/11button.

3Press the MENU button to end the setting.

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 wide-

screen 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 4:3-

aspect 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 "16:9 Off" specified

(aspect ratio 16:9) (aspect ratio 4:3)

1Press the MENU button, choose "16:9" on the 2Choose "err', and then press the _'/|| button.

"Record Setup Functions" menu screen, and

then press the I_/|l button. 3 Press the MENU 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 as follows:

Displayon LCD monitor screen Displayin viewfinder

Images recorded with "16:9 Off" specified will appear as follows:

Displayon LCD monitor screen Displayin 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 quality only when using card.

1Press the MENU button, 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.

2Choose the option you want, and then press

the I,,/11 button.

3Press 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 is

equivalent to "FINE" on card.

SELF-TIMER

You can record photos using the self-timer function, as with ordinary cameras.

1Press 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.

2Select "On", and then press the I_/11 button.

The self-timer will be set.

3Press the MENU button to end the setting.

4Press the PHOTO button.

The recording indicator at the front of DVD

video camera/recorder will blink.

The self-timer indicator will start to count

down, and recording will commence

approximately 10 seconds later.

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.

SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OUTPUT ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT)

]f you connect this DVD video canrera/recorder to a TV to view images on TV screen, you carl

switch off tile on-screen information (displayed in tile viewfinder o1: on the LCD screen) from tile TV

screen.

1 Press the MENU button, use the I_1_/1,'11_1/

"_1/I"1_/1_111 buttons to choose "OSD

Output" on tile "Record Functions Setup"

menu screen, and then press tile I_/11 button.

2Choose "On" or "Off", and press the I_/11

button.

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 on-

screen 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

TV screen

"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.

•Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on (p 29)

Before You Begin •When using disc: Set the power switch to "4m" or 'l_l"

• When using card: Set the power switch to "D"

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

The Disc Na_ igation screen (shown on

page 66) will appear.

2Press the DISC NAVIGATION 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.

|Cursor--

Still image icon '2-

Operation guide .3-

Thumbnail

Selected scene q number/

--Number of all scenes

--Current page position .4

-- Bar graph

-- Disc type icon .5

"1 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,

*2 No still icon will appear for card.

*3 The operation guide will vary depending on the operation status of DVD video camera/recorde_

*4 Appears wben 13 scenes or more have been recorded,

*5 "_1" will appear for card.

Icons to be displayed on thumbnail:

................. Skip (p. 81)

• ...................... Fade-in (p. 80)

• ...................... Fade-out (p. 80)

r_ ..................... 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 DZ-

GXSO8OA/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

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 3Press tile l_/ll button.

2Use the 1_14/_1_1/'4_1/11_1_ buttons to select

the desired scene.

The selected scene will be fl:amed: This is

called a "cursor".

Plavback 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

The DVD video camera/

recorder will enter the

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.

OPlaying back photos

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.

Before You Begin ]

Insert 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

2Pressthe• button.

Press the I_'/|| button in the recording pause

status.

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.

Playback will stop, and recording pause

status will be restored.

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 of data to be played back,

it may take some time for the playback image to

appear.

• Do not operate the power switch or remove the card

while the ACCESS/PC or 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

1Press the MENU button during playback.

2Choose "Edit", "Delete Scene", and then

press 1_/11.

The screen for verifying deletion will appear.

3Choose "YES", and then press l,,/n.

The last recorded scene will be deleted, and

the recording pause status will be restored.

Note:

• If you press the MENU button during playback using

the Disc Navigation menu, "Delete Scene" will not

appear.

CAPTURING PHOTO

You can record an image displayed during playback of video as a photo on a card.

1Press the MENU button at a scene you wish

to capture during playback.

2Choose "Edit", "PHOTO Capture", and then

press ll,./ii.

The screen for verifying capture will appear.

:3Choose "YES", and then press _'/11.

The capturod scene will be recorded 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

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 _ button and

hold it: Search playback will start.

Hold down _ :

Scenes will be visually scanned forward.

Hold down _1 :

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 BACK/SLOW

During playback pause, press the _1 or

button: Frame advance, franre back oi: slow

playback will start.

Press _ once:

Picture will advance one frame.

Press _ once:

Picture will go back one frame.

Hold down _ :

Forward slow playback.

Hold down _1 :

Reverse slow playback.

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,

PLAYBACK OF MOVIE

After frame advance, frame back or slow

playback, the DVD video camera/recorder will

enter the playback pause status.

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 to

locate the start of desired scene.

Press D,_| once:

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.

PLAYING BACK STILLS

Press the 144 or DH_Ibutton during playback to

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.

Portion being played back

Press 1'44 Press 144 Press _ Press

Portion being played back

Press 1'44 Press _ Press

, n,e J n,e t ,se

, Scene 1 "I¢" Scene 2 ,'/_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.

[When using disc]

Releasing the _ or b_l button will start

continuous playback.

[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 for continuous

display (p. 103).

JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO)

1Press the MENU button

during playback.

2Choose the option

(point you want to go

to), and then press tile I_/|| button.

Top:

To go to the start, and enter playback pause.

End:

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.

OSpecifying the point to view

1Cfioose "Specify" in step 2 abo, e, and then

press the I_'/11 button.

The screen for specifying the point to go to

will appear.

Position of currently Total recording time of

3Press 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_'/11again will start playback.

To cancel the "Go To" procedure midway, press

the • button before going to the specified point.

2Use the I_l_/_l_l/_l/l_l_ buttons to select

the desired time of chosen point.

Press 141'4 : To select the start.

Press Dd_| : To select the end.

Press _1 or _ :

• Press once:

To move the cursor in ]O-second units

(]-still units for card)

• Hold down:

To move the cursor in ]-minute units

(]O-still units for card)

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.

(When the start of scene is selected)

SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES

1Press the DIS(-" NAVIGATION button.

2Use the I_1_/_1,'1/,_1/11_ buttons to select

the desired scene.

3Press the SELECT button once:

The selected scene will be framed in red and

vellow.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly select

multiple scenes.

SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES TOGETHER

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Usetile I_1_/_1,'1/,_1/

buttons to point tile

cursor at tile first scene

in the range of scenes

vou want to select.

E£1_A_IPrograms 00_,014 ]

Yellow frame

Hold down the

SELECT button for at

least one second:

The selected scene will

be doubly framed in

vellow and blue.

4 Usethe I_1_/_1_1/_1/

buttons to select the

last scene in the range

you want, and then

press the I1,'/11 button:

The thumbnails of

scenes in the specified

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_NTE_ _ANCEL _ I

Double frames in

yellow and blue

range will be franred in When scenes up to

red, and then se]ected, this point are selected

Note."

• You can know the status of scenes from the colors of

cursor and bargraph:

Yellow Light blue Current cursor position

Blue Light blue Range of scenes being

selected

Red Yellow Scenes already 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.

FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC NAVIGATION

The Disc Na_ igation mode will allow a variety of further operations.

Editing of scenes

Setting special • •

effects to scenes

Copy from disc to

card

Scene lock

Scene information

display •

A*I You can delete unnecessary scenes, 77 - 79

combine scenes, or divide one scene.

You can attach fade and skip to a 80 - 82

scene, and change existing thumbnails.

You can copy photos recorded on

DVD-RAM disc to card.

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.

Changing title

Creation of play list

You can change the title of play list or 88, 96

program.

You can create an original movie by 90

changing the combination of scenes.

Disc or Card You can initialize a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/

initialization • • • • • +RW disc or card so that it can be used

on this DVD video camera/recorder.

Remaining display

(Capacity) • • • • • • The remaining recordable movie time or

number of recordable stills is displayed.

You can protect the DVD-RAM/DVD-

RW (VR-mode) disc to prevent

deletion or editing by mistake.

Disc finalization You can use this DVD video camera/ 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 protection 98

0*2 •••

Unfinalizing disc You can unfinalize a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/ 101

+RW that was finalized on this DVD video

camera/recorder so that additional videos

can be recorded on the disc.

Repeat play •

Slide show

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 and

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 (VR-mode) disc

Scene --

(p. 79)

Select (p. 85) ""1 (p. 79)

Detail (p. 86) h

,1 DVD-RAM only

(p. 81)

(p. 82)

(p. 85)

E Start -_ Current

Current -_ End (p. 85)

All (p. 85)

*2Will appear when a

playlistisdisplayed.

Play list -- _ Select (p. 91) Go To

Play (p. 91)

Create (p. 90)

Edit (p. 92 -95) Disc

Title (p. 96) G_

Delete (p. 96)

Program _ Select (p. 87)

(p. 88)

Top (p. 97)

End (p. 97)

Disc (p. 98)

(p. 98)

Update Controllnfo. (p. 99)

*4 DVD-RW(VR-rnode) only

etc Category *s (p. 102)

DVD-RAMonly

E II

VIDEO

PHOTO

(p. 102)

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

Scene _'1'_ Select (p. 85) _ Start-_ Current (p. 85)

_ Detail (p. 86) L Current -_ End (p. 85)

Art (p. 85)

Program _ Select (p. 87) Disc

£_[ _ Play (p. 88) G_

Go To --'r_ Top (p, 97)

_, _ End (p. 97)

Capacity (p. 98)

OWhen using card

Scene _,_

8_[ -- Lock (p. 84)

Select (p. 85)

Detail (p. 86)

Start-_ Current (p. 85)

Current -_ End (p. 85)

Art (p. 85)

*s DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW only

Go To --'r_ Top (p. 97) Slide Show

_ End (p. 97) q_

Card --

Scene

DELETING SCENES (EDIT- DELETE)

You may want to delete unwanted scenes.

Scenes on DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc cannot be deleted, and menu item "Delete" will not

appear with DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc.

When using +RW, no scene can be deleted from tile Disc Navigation menu (see page 68).

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Note:

2Select the scene to be deleted.

3Press the MENU button.

4Choose "Scene", "Edit", "Delete", and then

press the _'/|| button.

When using card, choose "Scene", "Delete",

and then press the _'/|| button.

5The "Delete Scene" screen will appear: If you

are sure you want to delete the selected scene,

press the _'/|| button.

•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 "YES", and then press the _'/||

button.

Choose "NO" to cancel deletion.

After Yes or No setting, the "Delete Scene"

screen will be restored.

Repeat steps 5 and 6 to delete other scenes.

7 Press the • button to quit.

|OEditing using submenu

Press the MENU button before pressing the I_/11 button in step 5 (see page 77): The submenu will

appear.

Edit ------T--- Delete ....................... To delete selected scenes

L--. Exit ............................ To restore the Disc Na_ igation screen

Select Start _ Current ....... To select scenes from the start to tile one that tile cursor is on

T at moment

the

I---- Current _ End ........ To select scenes front the scene the cursor is on to the end

All ............................. To select all scenes

Go To _ Top ............................ To move the cursor to the first scene

L..-. End ............................ To move the cursor to the last scene

Pressing the • button will restore the screen in step 5.

Note:

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

setting.

DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT - DIVIDE)

You can divide a scene into two parts.

To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first dix ide

portion.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Select the scene to be divided.

3Press the MENU button.

4Choose, "Scene", "Edit", "Divide" and then

press the IWII button.

5The "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 you reach the

point where you want

to di_ ide the scene, _

press the SELECT [d i '[

button.

The status bar of

7The screen for x erifying scone being played

di_ ision will appear: back can be switched

Choose "YES", and then off or on by pressing

press the IWII button, the DISPLAY button

the scene, and then delete the unnecessary

Choose "NO" to cancel division.

After division, the "Divide Scene" screen will

be restored.

Repeat steps 5 -7 to divide another scene.

8Press the • button 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 them will be facilitated by the use of Disc

Navigation.

Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. Combining scenes is possible only when "Category:

All" is specified (p. 102). Stills cannot be combined.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button, choose "Scene",

"Edit", "Combine", and then press I_/11

3The "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.

4Use the I_1_/_1_/'_II/11_ buttons to

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.

5If 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.

6The screen for _ erifying combination will

appear: Choose "YES", and then press the

I,'/II button.

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 in

the combined scene.

Repeat steps 3 and 6 to combine other scenes.

Press the • button 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 (EFFECT- FADE)

You can add fading to the beginning and/or end of scene.

There are three types of special effects:

Fade Out Fade Out Fade Out

Fade In Fade In

White: Wipe:

Fades in from white screen Fades in from black screen

Fades out to white screen to vertical direction of screen

Fades out from vertical

direction of screen to black

screen

Fade In

B/W:

Fades in from Black and

White screen to color screen

Fades out from color screen

to Black and White screen

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Select the scene for adding special effects.

3Press the MENU button.

7Press 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.

4Choose, "Scene", "Effect", "Fade" and then

press the I"/11 button.

5The "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.

6Select the special effects for "IN" and/or

"OUT", choose "Enter", and then press the

I_/11 but[on.

"In" effect _ i

"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).

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.

PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES (EFFECT - SKIP)

You can specify "Skip" for scenes you do not want to play back: Tile selected scenes will be skipped.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 6 Press tile • button to quit.

2 Select tile scene to be skipped.

3Press the MENU button.

A skip icon "_" will appear in the

thunrbnail of anv scene for which skipping

has been set.

4 Choose "Scene", "Effect", "Skip", and then

press the I1,,/|| button.

5The "Set Skip" screen will appear: If you are

sure you want to skip the selected scene,

press the I1,,/|| button.

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 of other scenes.

Skip icon

OReleasing Skip

Perform the same procedure as setting skip: The

skip icon will disappear and skipping of the

scene will be released.

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.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Select the thumbnail of tile scene to be

changed.

3Press the MENU button.

4Choose "Scene", "Effect", "Thumbrlail', and

then press the I_/|| button.

5The "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.

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

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).

If you want to change the scene whose

thumbnail is to be changed, you can change it

on this screen.

6When the image you want to use as the

thumbnail of the scene appears, press the

SELECT button.

7The screen for verifying switching of

thumbnail will appear: Choose "YES", and

then press the I_/|| button.

Choose "NO" to cancel switching of

thunrbnai].

After Yes or No setting, the "Change

Thumbnail" screen will be restored.

Repeat steps 5 - 7 to change the other scenes.

8Press the • button to quit.

COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO CARD (COPY)

ISet tile power switch to "41" or "1"1".

2Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

3Select tile still to be copied.

4Press the MENU button.

5Choose "Copy" on tile "Scene" menu screen,

and then press tile I_'/|| button.

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.

7The 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(].

8Press the •button to quit.

|LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK)

You can lock each photo recorded on card so that it will not be deleted or edited by mistake.

1Set the power switch to "tt_".

2Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

3 Select the scene to be locked.

OTo unlock the scene

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.

4Press the MENU button.

5Choose "Lock" on the "Scene" menu screen,

and then press the _/|| button.

6The "Lock Set" screen will appear: If you are

sure you want to lock the selected scene,

press the I,,/11 button.

Lock icon

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,

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 step 6 to lock another scene.

7Press the • button to quit.

The lock icon "_" will appear on any scene

for which lock has been set.

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.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 4Choose "Select" on tile "Scene" menu screen.

2Point the cursor at the first or last scene to be

selected: When selecting all scenes, simply

proceed with step 3.

3Press the MENU button.

5Choose "Start -_

Current", "Current

End" or "All" and then

press the I1_/|| 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 mode, recording date/time and

length, special effects and movie quality mode.

/ Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Select the scene whose information you wish

to know.

3Press the MENU button.

4 Choose "Scene", "Detail", and then press the

I,'/II button.

The detailed information on the scene will

appear.

(When using disc)

"1 - *2

(When using card)

Note:

• 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)

VIDEO lmin43see! 2_cenes) I

(XTRA) 0min 0sec[ 0scenes) *

(FINEI lrHn43sec(2scenes) 3

•2 -- _,oT; 0

(iRETUnN

"1 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.

•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.

5Press the • button to quit.

I ®_ETURN

Program

WHAT IS "PROGRAM"?

Program refers to an assembly of scenes recorded on the same date regardless of whether they are

movie o]: still.

Scene No. 1 Scene No. 2 Scene No. 3 Scene No. 4 Scene No. 5 Scene No. 6

,_>c-s,_s,_-" 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 are collected as "programs" for each

recording date, selecting a program will allow you to display only the scenes on a specific date.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the 14</),H/<</I_/IWII buttons to

choose "Select" on the "Progranr" menu

screen, and then press the IWII button.

4Select the program to

be displayed, and then

press the )"/11 button.

Note:

•Pressing the • button on the "Select Program" screen

will restore the Disc Navigation screen.

•If a disc recorded on another device is loaded in this

DVD video camera/recorder, the program may not be

a collection of recordings on the same date,

• If you change the video quality or switch the wide

mode with a +RW, multiple programs will be produced

even if they are recorded on the same date,

The Disc Navigation

screen of the selected

program will appear.

02007 001'0081

F_pta_ _

|PLAYING BACK PROGRAM (PLAY)

You can play back only the selected program.

1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the 1_14/),'l_l/'ql_l/)Hl_/l_/ll buttons to

choose "Play" on the "Program" menu

screen, and then press the I)'/11 button.

4Select the program to be played back, and

then press the I_/|| button.

Playback will start from the first scene of the

selected program.

Note:

If "Repeat Play: On" is specified, the selected program

will be repeatedly played back (PLAYING BACK

SCENES REPEATEDLY (REPEAT PLAY), p. 102).

CHANGING TITLE OF PROGRAM (TITLE)

The recording date/time has initially been attached to anv_ program.,

You can change the recording date/time to anv desired title.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Choose "Title" on the "Program" menu

screen, and then press the I1,,/|| button.

4Select the progranr

whose title you want to

change, and then press

the I_/11 button.

6After entering the title,

choose "Enter" and

then press the 1_/11

button.

7The screen for verifying

the change in title will

appear: Choose "YES",

and then press the I_/||

button.

The screen for setting a title will appear.

5Use 1_I41/I)IH/_/_I)

to select a letter, and

then press the II_/ll

button: The selected

letter will be entered.

Title input bar

Choose "NO" to cancel changing of the title.

After Yes or No setting, the Disc Navigation

screen of the selected program will appear.

Repeat this procedure

to create a title.

Up to 20 characters can

be input. Palette for selecting

characters

Note:

• If you wish to delete the letter for title, press the •

button once: The input letter will be deleted. Holding

down the • button will delete all letters in the TITLE

column.

• Pressing the SELECT button on the title setting

screen (in step 5) will change the cursor position from

the title input bar to character select palette, input

mode number, and then to "Cancel". You can also use

I_l/_lm,I/,ql_/l_l,, to move the cursor up/down and to

the left/right and change its position•

• To cancel the setting of title, choose "NO" on the

screen for verifying the entered title: The screen for

verifying cancellation of title setting will appear. To

cancel title setting, choose "YES".

• If you press the • button on the screen for verifying

change in title, the title setting screen will be restored•

• Double byte characters set on other devices may be

displayed blank on this DVD video camera/recorder.

• Titles set on this DVD video camera/recorder may not

be visible on other devices.

OCharacters available for entering

title B

You carl use the SELECT button to select

characters from the "capital letter", "small

letter" and "symbol" input modes.

With step 5, select the input mode and then

press the I_'/|| button, o1: press the DISPLAY

button.

TITLE r_rLE / _ 10 2007 I

......,......Jl l............... •

Input mode t 1234667 B90SP_C£

i I- +- =

: <> ,

IPlay List

WHAT IS "PLAY LIST"?

You can create a play list on this DVD video camera/recorder by gathering your favorites f]_}rn the

recorded scenes.

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 can be created, and up to 999 scenes can be included in each play list of No. 1

to No. 99.

CREATING NEW PLAY LIST (CREATE)

1 PresstheDISC* NAVIGATION button.

2Select the scenes to be programmed in a play

list.

3Press the MENU button.

4Use the I<_1/1_1/_1_/1_/1_111 buttons to

choose "Create" on the "PlayList" nrenu

screen, and then press the II_/|| button.

5The 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 , you can also (see,_ g use this screen

pages 73 and 85).

6When creation of a play list is complete, the

created play list will appear on the Disc

Navigation screen.

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.

SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST (SELECT) II

Select the desired one of multiple play lists: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will

appear.

1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 4Use the "Select Playlist" screen to select tile

play list you wish to display, and then press

2Press the MENU button, the I_/11 button.

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

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, p. 77

Changing thumbnail, p. 82

Setting skip, p. 81

Adding fade, p. 80

Combining scenes, p. 79

Dividing a scene, p. 78

Copying to card, p. 83

Changing title, p. 88, 96

Arranging order of scenes p. 95

(only on play list)

PLAYING BACK A PLAY LIST (PLAY)

1Press the DIS(- NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the 1_1/11.'1_!/,14/1_/1_/11 buttons to

choose "Play" on the "PlayList" menu screen,

and then press the I1_/|| button.

4Use 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 played back

Dora the first scene. To cancel playback

midway, press the • button: The Disc

navigation screen of the play list being played

back will appear.

Note:

If "Repeat Play: On" is specified, the play list will be

repeatedly played back (p. 102).

|ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST)

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Usethe I_1/_1/_1_/

l't_/l'/ll buttons to

choose "Edit" on the

"PlayList" menu screen,

and then press the I_/||

button.

4Use the play list select

screen to select the play

list to which you wish

to add scenes, and then

press the _'/|| button.

The scenes of the

program that was

displayed in step 1 will

appear irr the upper

row, and the scenes of

selected play list will

appear in the lower

ro_v.

Note:

If the DISPLAY button is

pressed when the

thumbnails are displayed,

the recording date/time of

the selected scene will

appear across the bottom

of screen. Press DISPLAY Recording date/time

button again to restore the

previous screen.

5Press the _| button to nrove the cursor to the

lower row, and press the _II or _ button to

select the point where the scene is to be

inserted.

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

_Scene to be added

[_ [.r_l_ Insertion position

"1 *2

"1: Number of scene before insertion position cursor

*2: Numberof all scenes on play list

6Press the _ button to move the cursor to the

upper row, and press the _1 or _ button to

point the cursor to the scene to be added.

7Press 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.

8Press the • button: The screen for x erifying

exit will appear.

Note;

• The "?' mark shows the position where the scene is

to be added.

• 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)

1Press the DIS(- NAVIGATION button. 4Press tile I_/11 button.

2Display the editing screen of the play list to

be edited.

Perform steps 2 -4 on page 92.

3Move the cursor to tile play list in lower row,

and place the cursor on tile scene to be

deleted.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 to delete other scenes.

5Press tile • button: The screen for verifying

exit will appear.

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.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 6Choose "Add", and

2Display the editing screen of the play list to

be edited.

Perform steps 2 4 on page 92.

3From the play list in lower row, select the

position where you wish to insert a scene.

4Select the scenes to be added from the upper

roYv.

[_ _ [_[_ Scene to be added

Insertion position

[L_D _XT L--I J

then press the I"/11

button.

Repeat steps 3 - 6 to

add other scenes.

7Press the • button: The

screen for verifying exit

will appear.

Note:

• The selected scenes will be added in the insertion

position.

• You can also select multiple scenes (p. 73).

5Press the MENU button.

|DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST)

You can delete ";cenes__ from F_lav_ list_ on the editing, ";creen_ .

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Display the editing screen of the play list to

be edited.

5Choose "Delete" on the "Edit" menu screen,

and then press the I1_/|| button.

Repeat steps 3 -5 other scenes can be deleted.

Perform steps 2 -4 on page 92.

3Moxe the cursor to the play list in lower row.

4Select the scene to be deleted, and then press

the MENU button.

6Press the • button: The screen for x erifying

exit will appear.

Note;

• 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 consecutive multiple scenes to/from

play list. This "Select" menu item is useful when selecting consecutive multiple scenes in items for

adding or deleting scenes using menu on page 85.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Display the editing screen of the play list to

be edited.

4Use I_1/I$'1/_1_/1_1_/1_/11 to choose "Start

Current", "Current _ End", "All" on the

"Select" menu screen, and then press the I_/||

button.

Perform steps 2 -4 on page 92.

3Specify the first or last scene of those you

wish to select, and then press the MENU

button.

Note:

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

5Press the • button: The screen for _.erifying

exit will appear.

To select all scenes, simply press the MENU

button.

ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE)

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 8

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the _/IN_/_/I_I_/I_/|| buttons to

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.

Move the "" mark to

the position where you

wish to moxe tile scene,

and then press the I_'/||

button. F(_NTE_ (mJRFURN

The screen for x erifying nrove will appear:

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

button.

4Select the scene to be moved.

You can also select multiple scenes (see pages

73 and 85).

5Press the MENU button.

6Choose "Scene", "Edit", "Mox e', and then

press the I_'/|| button.

7The "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 in

step 4, you can do it on this screen.

Choose "NO" to cancel move.

After Yes or No setting, the scene select screen

will be restored.

Repeat steps 7 - 9 to move another scene.

{)Press the • button 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 them, along with the created dates/

times: You carl change this title at anv time.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

5The screen for verifying exit will appear:

Choose "YES" and then press tile I_/||

button.

3Use the 1_1_1/1_1/_1'9/I'_/1_111 buttons to

choose "Title" on the "PlayList" menu screen,

and then press the I_/|| button.

4Use the "Playlist Title" screen to select the

F_lav_list_whose_ title vou__ i_h_to change, and

then press the I_/|| button.

See "CHANGING

TITLE OF PROGRAM

(TITLE)" on page 88 for

how to enter a title.

6Press the • button to quit.

After changing the title, the Disc Nax igation

screen on the play list whose title has been

changed will appear.

Note:

The registered title can be changed at any time using

the same procedure.

DELETING PLAY LIST (DELETE)

1Press the DIS(-" NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the 1_1/1_1/_1'9/1_/1_/11 buttons to

choose "Delete" on the "PlayList" nrenu

screen, and then press the I_'/11button.

4Use the "Delete Playlist" screen to select the

play list you wish to delete, and then press

the I_/ll button.

5The screen for verifying deletion will appear:

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

button.

Choose "NO" to cancel deletion.

After Yes or No setting, the Disc Navigation

screen _f all F r_ ._rams wdl be restored.

Note:

• Even if you delete a play list, the original scenes

stored on disc will not be deleted.

• 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,

Go To V/I

From the Disc Navigation screen, you can jump to the first scene or last scene, and playback will

start from that point.

TOP (END)

1 Press the DIS(-" NAVIGATION button.

2 Press the MENU button.

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

choose "Top" or "End" on the "Go To" menu

screen, and then press the I_/11 button.

4 Press !"/ll to start playback.

Disc or Card Management

INITIALIZING DISC OR CARD (FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD)

Initializing a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/+RW disc or card will allow you to delete any recoMed

contents. Before using a DVD-RW/+RW on this video camera/recorder, you must format it.

Before You Begin

•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.

• 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).

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the i_/l"i't/_4_/i"l_/ll'>lll buttons to

choose "Fornrat Disc" o1:"Format Card" on

the "Disc" or "Card" menu screen, and then

press the !"/ll button.

The screen for verifying "Format Disc" or

"Format Card" will appear.

4Choose "YES", and then press tire I_/11

button.

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.

When using DVD-RW, a screen for prompting

you to choose the VF o1:VR nrode will appear. •

Choose "NO" to cancel initialization.

|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.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use 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:

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.

Choose "YES", and then press the I_/ll

button.

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 on one side of disc o1: on card.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the I_I_/D"I_I/_I_I/D"I_/)/II buttons to

choose "Capacity" on the "Disc" oi; "Card"

nrenu screen, and then press the I_/|| button.

4Press the • button to quit.

The Disc Navigation screen will be restored.

Note:

With a write-protected disc or locked card, the

remaining space will always be displayed as "0".

(When using disc) (When using card)

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"1 With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc: The quality

mode first used for recording with disc will appea_

*2 WithDVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc: Thiswill not be

displayed.

UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-MODE)

DISC (UPDATE CONTROL INFO.)

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.

When using the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/

recorder for updating control information, make sure that power is not

Before You Begin turned off during updating: If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned

off during updating and the updating is interrupted, the control

information will not be updated correctly.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the I_NI/IN_/_/_I_./II_/|| buttons to

choose "Update Control Info." on the "Disc"

menu screen, and then press the II,./|| button.

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.

The screen for x erifying "Update Control

Info." will appear.

4Choose "YES", and then

press the II,./|| button.

The message for

proceeding will appeal,

and then the Disc Navigation menu screen

will be restored.

A black screen may appear while the message

for updating is displayed.

Choose "NO" to cancel updating.

|FINALIZING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW DISC (FINALIZE DISC)

Before You Begin

• 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 aDVD-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}_

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION. Note:

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the I_l_l/l_l/_l'q/ll,'l_/l_/ll buttons to

choose "Finalize Disc" on the "Disc" menu

screen, and then press the )"/11 button.

The disc will be finalized.

4Choose "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.

IFini.....

F naHze? (Appro× min ) i

.1 Displayed only when

a DVD-R is used.

*2Willvarydepending

on the recordingtime.

5When finalization is complete, the Disc

Navigation screen of all programs will appear.

I_ will appear on the Disc Nax igation screen

for a finalized disc.

• Do not finalize a disc recorded on this DVD video

camera/recorder using any other device.

• If the disc in the DVD video camera/recorder has

already been finalized, you cannot choose "Finalize

Disc".

• 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

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.

Finalizeddisc

Screen when viewed on DVD recorder/player

(DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW)

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ADDITIONALLY RECORDING ON FINALIZED DVD-RW (VF-MODE)/+RW

(DISC UNFINALIZE)

You can unfinalize the DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW finalized on this DVD video camera/recoMer so

that additional recording carl be done on it.

]Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use 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 will

appear.

4Choose "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.

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|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 this

display to stills only or movies only.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the I_H/_I/_I_/

11_/1_'/11 buttons to

choose "Category" on

the "Others" menu

screen, and then press

the I_'/|| button.

4Specify the desired

option for display, and

then press the I_/ll

button.

(When "PHOTO" is

specified)

All: To display all scenes, nrovies or stills,

in the order of recording.

VIDEO: To display only movies in the order of

recording.

PHOTO: 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)

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the I_H/_I/_I_/

I$'/1_/11 buttons to

choose "Repeat Play"

on the "Others" menu

screen, and then press

the IP'/|| button.

4Choose "On", and then press the I_/11 button:

Plavback will start.

Choose "Off" to cancel Repeat Play setting.

• When Repeat Play is set

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.

• To release Repeat Play

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 to l_move the

disc.

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,

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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.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the 1_141/l,'l,]/'_'q/l_/l_/ll buttons to

choose "TV type" on the "Others" menu

screen, and then press the I_/|| button.

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

SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF STILLS)

If vou play back stills recorded on a card, the DVD xideo camera/recorder will enter the playback

pause status after each still is played back.

Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously play back stills.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Press the MENU button.

3Use the 1_I41/IN_/N/I_I_/II_Ill buttons to

choose "Slide Show", "Start", and then pl_ss

the I_/|| button.

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,

Start: 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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IViewing on TV Screen

CONNECTING TO A TV

Use the provided AV/S output cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to a TV as follows:

* If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can connect the S-VIDEO plug to it.

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.

• Insert the AV/S output cable plugs into jacks straight:

Obliquely inserting them could damage the jacks.

Stereo Type with

S-VIDEO Jack StereoType Monaural Type

Red White

Red _ Yellow

! White

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VIEWING ON TV SCREEN

1 Turn the TV on and set the input selector to

"VCR" whichever applicable Video input.

Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to

switch the TV input.

2 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on.

The image that tile DVD video camera/

recorder is seeing will appear on the TV

screen.

You can also monitor the image on the LCD

screen or viewfinder of the DVD video

camera/recorde]:

3Perform playback, recording or editing.

Note:

• Adjust the volume of sound on TV,

• Information that the DVD video camera/recorder is

recording will appear on the TV screen: You can also

display only part of information or switch off the

display. Refer to "SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

OUTPUT ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT)" on page 64,

and press the DISPLAY button to switch the display

status.

• 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),

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

and play it back.

See the instruction manual for 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.

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

1Finalize a recorded DVD-RW (VF-mode)/ Note;

DVD-R disc. •Do not insert a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc that

You need to finalize a disc to play it back on

DVD recorder/player: See page 100.

No further data can be recorded on finalized

disc.

Note:

Use this DVD video camera/recorder to finalize the

DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc recorded on the

DVD video camera/recorder.

2]nsert the disc into the DVD recorder/player

and play it back.

See the instruction manual for DVD

recorder/player.

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 camera/recorder to another device,

be sure to turn both devices off.

• Insert a recordable disc .1 or card .2 into this DVD video camera/recorder

(see pages 22 and 23).

Before You Begin .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 to another

device, always power the camera/recorder from AC outlet using the AC

adapter/charger.

RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES

You carl record (dub) images played back on this DVD video camera/recorder, on other video

devices.

Use the AV/S output cable (provided) to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to another video

device as shown in the following figure:

* If the video device to be connected has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can connect it to the DVD video camera/

recorder.

1Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.

2Select a scene to be played back.

3Set tile channel of the connected video device

to an external input.

4Press the playback ()"/||) button on this DVD

video camera/recorder and the record button

on connected device: The DVD video

camera/recorder will start playback and the

r_corded device will record (dub) it.

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),

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|Software Provided

You carl utilize on PC the videos and photos rocorded on this DVD video camera/recorder, using the

PC connection cable and software CD-ROM provided, or generally available software.

The provided CD-ROM contains the following software for Windows and Macintosh:

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 on the DVD video camera/recorder into

Macintosh as an MPEG file.

You can combine imported images, cut-edit them, etc.

You can also create a DVD-Video (DVD-RW/DVD-R) by importing the images recorded on the

DVD video camera/recorder into Macintosh.

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 software can handle Japanese, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese

(simplified).

For explanation, this manual uses Windows XP screens for Windows and Mac OS X 10.4 screens for

Macintosh.

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Requirements of available PC

[When using Windows]

• OS: Windows <_2000 Professional SP3 or higher

Windows <_XP Home Edition or higher

Windows <_XP Professional Edition or higher

See the following Websites to fine out whether the provided software can be used on

Windows Vista:

URL:http:/ /www.pixela.co.jp/oem/hitachi/e/index.htnd

URL: http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/

• Computer: IBM PC/AT compatible, with the above OS preinstalled.

• CPU: lntel c_Pentiun{ _ II1800 MHz or higher; or Pentium <_4, Celeron or AMD E_Athlon XP/

Duron whose performance is equivalent (Pentium _ 4, 1.7 GHz or higher is

recommended)

Operation is not guaranteed if the CPU is overclocked or dual CPU is used.

• Memory: 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)

• HDD: 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).

• Display: 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: Sound Blaster or its equivalent

• Other: Environment where DirectX _) 9.0c can operate normally

[When using Macintosh]

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

The provided software cannot be used on Mac OS X Server.

• CPU: PowerPC G4 1 GHz or higher, PowerPC GS, Intel Core

• Memory: At least 256 MB (512 MB or mol_ is recommended)

• HDD: Free space needed for installation: Approx. 30 MB

To create a DVD, free space of at least twice that of disc to be created will be requil_d.

• Graphics: At least 1024 x 768 pixels (full-color is recommended)

• Compatible drive:

SuperDrive mounted in Macintosh in standard

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 in use

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,

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|Installing Software

[When using Windows]

1Turn the PC on.

If you have been using the PC, terminate all

running software programs.

2lnsert the provided CD-ROM into the CD-

ROM drive of PC.

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 CD-

ROM is located, and then double-click the

setup.exe icon in it. (Extension "exe" may not

appear depending on the PC used.)

3Choose the language to be installed.

Choose the language used wifl_

hnageMixer 3, and then click "Next".

5Checking 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".

Click

4The "lmageMixer 3" installation screen will

appear: Click "Next".

6Choosing 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".

c _Pro_ramF_0¢_g_Zta_ma_/_x¢ _ i Eha.J_

Click

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7Choosing video systenr:

The screen for setting the video system will

appear, and then click "Next".

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_lect _i_her a_rdln_ _a ±_ cJde_ _errF of your DY_ W_q

Click

8Executing installation:

The setups for installation are now conrplete.

Click "Install" to execute installation.

Re_d_ to In_tall the _ro_r_m m_

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.

Click

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.

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[When using Macintosh]

1VurntheMacintoshon,andinsertthe

provided CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of

Macintosh.

2Double-click tile DVDCAMS000 icon

displayed on desktop.

3Double-click tile icon of "ImageMixer 3 for

DVDCAM.pkg" displayed on screen.

The installer will start: Click "Continue".

The "Read Me" screen will appear: Click

"Continue".

4Checking 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

5Choose the installation destination and type

of installation, and click "Continue". Then

click "Install".

Follow the instructions on screen for

operation: Installation will start.

6 After installation is finished, the screen for

exit will appear: Click "Close".

The screen for installation will close and

installation will be complete: Remove the

CD-ROM

Note:

• You must have the administrator authority of the PC

before installing software.

Click

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Connecting to PC via PC Connection Cable

Use the provided PC connection cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to PC as shown

below.

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 has two modes: Disc mode when it is set to

"_._" or "!'!"', and Card mode when it is set to "_0]".

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 will be

recognized as a drive. The drive will appear on screen as follows:

[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 of icon and drive name will depend on the software environment

used.)

eHandling photos

Photos are recorded on a DVD-RAM or SD memory card in this DVD video camera/recorder in

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

to import using hnageMixer 3.

With SD memory card

Insert an SD memory card with photos recorded into the DVD video camera/recordel, and

connect it to PC/Macintosh.

Double-click the removable disc icon displayed on the screen: The contents on the card will

appear.

The photos recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder are stored in "DCIM" - "100*HPNXI"

folder on card: Drag and drop them to PC to import them.

*The number may be diffel_nt if the card was recorded on another DCF conforming device.

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The following operations are not possible on the DVD video camera/

recorder while it is being connected to PC: m

•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 softwal_. Do not

use the PC to delete any photos recorded on a DVD-RAM.

• Disc and card cannot simultaneously be accessed.

A disc loaded in the DVD video camera/recorder can be ejected by operating the

PC.

• The disc and SD memory card can be replaced even though the DVD video camera/recorder is

turned off or it is not connected.

¢When removing disc

[When 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.

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eWhen removing SD memory card

[When using Windows]

Make sure that tile SD nremory card is not being accessed by the PC software on PC, and that tile

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.

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BEFORE TERMINATING PC CONNECTION (UNPLUGGING PC

CONNECTION CABLE)/CHANGING OVER POWER SWITCH

[When using Windows]

1Before unplugging the PC connection cable

front PC, terminate the application and then

click the "Hardware Removal" icon on task

tray at the bottom right of Windows screen.

2Choose "USB mass storage dex ice'. The drive

name (E:, etc.) will depend on the PC used.

3A message showing that "hardware remo_ al"

is possible will appear.

Unplug the PC connection cable.

Cli

[When using Macintosh]

When removing the DVD video camera/recorder front PC, choose the drive icon of DVD _ideo

camera/recorder (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 3, double-click the lmageMixer 3 shortcut that was created when it was

installed.

* If there is no hnageMixer 3 shortcut on desktop, choose [Start] - [Programs] or [All programs] -

[PIXELA] - [hnageMixer 3] - [hnageMixer 3].

VIEWING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC USING PC

* 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).

1lnsert 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.

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.

2Start lmageMixer 3.

When lmageMixer 3 starts up, the launcher

shown below will appear: Click "Playback/

hnport Movie".

Click

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 will open: Remove the disc

and load another disc to be 9laved back.

3Choose 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.

Click

ect button

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.

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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).

1Insert 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.

2Start hnageMixer 3.

When hnageMixer 3 starts up, the launcher

shown below will appear: Click "Create

DVD-Video'.

Click

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 up the project, click the "OK"

button.

_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¢ 0 Standard _u_llt

3Click "Create New DVD'.

Click

5The 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 "Hitachi

DVDCAM', and then click "Import".

Click

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6 Select the images fronr which you wish to

create a DVD-Video, and then click "Import".

The image recorded on disc will appear.

Select the chapter to be imported into PC, and

then click "Import": hnporting into PC will

start.

button

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".

• To import multiple chapters, click the desired chapters

while holding down the Ctrl key,

7 Click "Authoring" and create a DVD-Video

nrenu,

Clicking "Authoring" will display the editing

screen of DVD-Video 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 "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].

Edit(E) ViewB.O ToolsQ'_) Help(H)

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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 the

settings, click "OK": Writing will start.

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 of ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM.

Refer to the electronic instruction manual that can be read on Macintosh for detailed instructions of

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 usedto 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 (using

this DVD video camera/recorder, see page 100) before it is played back on Macintosh.

1Load 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.

2Start lmageMixer 3 for DVDCAM.

3Choose Hitachi DVDCAM.

Click "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed on the

left of screen: The images recorded on disc

will appeal_

4Select 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.

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.

Click Click Scene Select

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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.

1Load a disc with the images you wish to

import into the DVD xideo camera/recordel

and connect it to the USB port of Macintosh.

2Start hnageMixer 3 for DVDCAM.

3Choose Hitachi DVDCAM.

Click "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed on the

left of screen: The images recorded on disc

will appear.

4Select 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 "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 Select Click

Click

Select a video file on this library screen and

click the Playback button at the bottom of

scl_en: The video file can be played back.

Also, clicking the "Movie Edit" icon will

allow you to cut-edit the video.

Refer to the electronic instruction manual of

lmageMixer 3 for details on how to use it (see

page 122).

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 the images on it.

1Load a disc with the images you wish to

import into the DVD xideo camera/recordel_

and connect it to the USB port of Macintosh.

2Start lmageMixer 3 for DVDCAM.

3Choose Hitachi DVDCAM.

Click "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed on the

left of screen: The images recorded on disc

will appealt

4Select 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.

5Create 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_

Select "DVD List"

Click

Note:

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.

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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:

Note; /

• 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,

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 tr_ wr_e

Ois(: Frase

Click

If VOlt _,ris]l to create multiple DVDs of the

salTIO contents, chooso "Yes" for the massage

"Do you want to create another disc?" that

will be displayed after a DVD is creatad.

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|Uninstalling Software

[When using Windows]

Use "Control Panel" to open "Add or Remove Applications", choose the application to be

uninstalled from the displayed list of applications, and then click the "Charlge/Remove" button.

Note:

•After uninstalling software, be sure to restart the PC.

• Administrator authority is required for 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 when connecting DVD video camera/

recorder to PC

Use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/recorder when connecting it to

PC:

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 is being accessed from

PC:

If the PC connection cable (provided) or power cable is unplugged while the ACCESS/PC or

CARD ACCESS indicator is blinking, important l_cordings will be lost: If data is being written to

disc, the disc will then be unusable.

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 set on the DVD video camera/recorder will not be reflected in the

provided software.

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 recorded on this DVD video camera/

recorder: Doing so will make the disc unusable.

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 (DZ-BP7SW)

Battery (DZ-BP14SW)

•Refer to the catalog for details,

•The models and specifications of the optional accessories shown on this page are subject to change and their

production may be discontinued.

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Trouble Messages

A message may appear while you are operating the DVD video camera/recorde_ If a message

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?

(1) Disc is not

formatted. Format the

disc now?

(2) Disc Format. Select

record format.

(Displayed only when

DVD-RW is used.)

Auto finalizing...

Plaese wait...

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.

A DVD-RW/+RW that was initialized by PC and not initialized for

camera use is inserted.

This message will appear with a +RW when it is removed after

recording, or the last recorded scene was deleted. The auto- 106

finalized +RW can be played back on a DVD recorder/player.

Cannot combine scene. Unless consecutive scenes are selected, they cannot be 79

combined.

Cannot combine scene Scenes in different programs (different recording dates) cannot

of multiple programs, be combined. Create a Playlist first, and then combine such

Create PlayList first, scenes on the playlist. 79

and then combine

scenes.

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|Cannot combine. Select only movies and combine them.

Deselect PHOTO 79

scenes.

Cannot combine. Select Select a range of at least 2 scenes to be combined, and then 79

multiple scenes, combine them.

Cannot delete scenes. This may occur when scene that was edited for division, etc. is to

be deleted. 77, 79

Combine the divided scenes, and then delete them.

Cannot divide scene. This message will appear when the scene is extremely short 78

because division, etc. was repeated.

Cannot execute. This message will appear if you attempt to combine or move

Change display scenes with "Category: VIDEO or PHOTO" specified. 102

category to ALL.

Cannot execute. Division or change in thumbnail was executed when multiple

Unselect multiple scenes were selected. 73

scenes.

Cannot read disc. Error occurred while the disc was being recognized. Make sure

Check dirt/crack/both- that there is no scratch or dirt on disc, that the surface/back of

sides contrary/inserted disc is not reversed, and that the disc is firmly pushed against the 10, 36

correctly, turntable. See *3 and *4 on page 135.

CANNOT RECORD • This message will appear when the PHOTO button is pressed

PHOTOS with the power switch set to "4m".

• You cannot record still image on DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc 21,145

(recordable of still images from PC). Use DVD-RAM disc to

record still images.

CANNOT RECORD This message will appear when the REC button is pressed with 40

VIDEO the power switch set to "1_1"or "[_".

Cannot replace The thumbnail of a still cannot be changed.

thumbnail on PHOTO Select a movie. 82

scenes.

Cannot select any more The maximum number of selectable scenes is 999. 85

scenes.

CANNOT SLEEP

MODE

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.

• The disc or card has no remaining space.

• The power switch is set to "1_1"with a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/

DVD-R/+RW.

Remaining space is only enough to record less than 10 stills.

Delete unnecessary stills and try the card, or use another card.

• 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.

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.

CARD ALMOST FULL 77, 98, 145

Card error has

occurred. 23

Card error has

occurred. 97

Format the card now?

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Card error has The card may be damaged: Use another card.

occurred.

Formatting is not 23

complete.

Card error has Card error could have occurred during editing of scenes. Turn off

occurred. Keep card the DVD video camera/recorder with the card being used inside,

inside & restart, connect the AC adapter/charger, and then power the DVD video 24, 29

camera/recorder again.

Card full. Delete unnecessary stills and try the card, or use another card. 77, 145

Card is not formatted. Was the card formatted on PC? When using the card on this DVD 97

Format the card now? video camera/recorder, choose "YES" and format it.

CHECK DISC A disc unusable on this DVD video camera/recorder may have

been inserted or the disc may be damaged. 23, 98

Make sure that the type of disc is correct, and make sure that the

disc is not write-protected.

Control Information Mismatch may occur between the recorded image and scene

Error. information. 99

Update the control information.

• Use another disc. 10,22

• See *3 and *4 on page 135.

DISC ACCESS The recorded scene is being stored on disc. 39, 40

This DVD video camera/recorder is verifying whether the correct

disc has been inserted. 36

Wait until the message disappears, and you can start to use the

DVD video camera/recorder.

DISC ALMOST FULL The remaining free space of disc is less than one minute for

video: Delete unwanted scenes, or use another disc. 77, 145

Disc error has occurred. • Disc error occurred during finalizing, and finalizing failed.

Finalizing is not Replace the disc. 100

complete. • See *3 on page 135.

Disc error has occurred. • Has the disc been initialized on PC? Has initializing the disc on

Format the disc now? PC been interrupted?

Choose "YES" and initialize the disc when using it on this DVD 97

video camera/recorder. Initializing the disc will erase all data on

it.

• See *2 on page 134.

Disc error has occurred. The disc may be dirty.

Formatting is not Remove the disc and wipe off fingerprints, dust, etc. before

complete, reusing it, or use another disc. 10, 97

This message may also appear if you insert a disc for which

formatting was interrupted midway. In this case, use another disc.

Disc error has occurred. Disc error could have occurred during editing of scenes.

Keep disc inside & Turn off the DVD video camera/recorder with the disc being used 24

restart, in it, connect AC adapter/charger, and then power the DVD video

camera/recorder again. Repair of scenes will be tried.

Disc error has occurred. This message will appear when disc error occurred during

Unfinalizing is not unfinalization, and unfinalizing disc failed. Replace the disc. 101

complete.

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|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. 97

Initialize the disc or use another disc.

• Initializing the disc will erase all data on it.

Disc full. Cannot Delete unnecessary scenes before using this disc, or use another 77

execute, 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.

Disc has no PlayList. Switching of play list was selected with no play list stored. 91

Disc includes protected The disc may be software protected from a device other than this

scenes. Delete scenes? DVD video camera/recorder. To release this case, use a device

that has executed software-protect.

Disc is full. Cannot add The number of entered scenes has reached the limit that can be

control info. entered, so the control information for generating thumbnails

cannot be added. 77, 79

Combine several scenes or delete them.

Disc is not formatted. • Has the disc been initialized on a PC?

Format the disc now? Choose "YES" and initialize the disc when using it on this DVD

video camera/recorder, initialization will delete all data on the 97

disc.

• See *2 on page 134.

Disc must be finalized • This message will appear if you remove a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/

before it can be played DVD-R that has not been finalized from the DVD video camera/

back on DVD player or recorder. 106

DVD recorder. • See *5 on page 135.

Drive overheat. Please The temperature inside the DVD video camera/recorder is too

retry later, high, and reading or writing of the data on disc may not be

)erformed normally. 29

Turn the DVD video camera/recorder 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 With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW disc, the setting of 16:9

mode cannot be mode will not be possible when the Video mode is STD. 61

changed, when Video * "DVD-RW (VF)" will appear when using a DVD-RW (VF-mode),

mode is STD. "+RW" will appear when using a +RW.

DVD-R* Disc, Video With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc, the movie quality mode

mode and 16:9 mode and 16:9 mode once used for recording cannot be changed. 61

cannot be changed. * "DVD-RW (VF)" will appear when using a DVD-RW (VF-mode).

DVD-RAM disc. Finalize This message will appear if you press the FINALIZE button with a

is not required. DVD-RAM loaded in this DVD video camera/recorder. No 100

finalization is necessary for a DVD-RAM.

END OF CARD No more recording on this card can be done: Delete unnecessary 77, 145

stills or use another card.

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Error occurred. Please • Abnormality has occurred with the DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/+RW

replace disc or format disc to be repaired. Initialize the disc before using it, or use the 97

disc. another disc. Initializing the disc will erase all data on it.

• See *2 on page 134.

Error occurred. Please An abnormality occurred with a DVD-R disc to be repaired.

replace disc. Replace the disc.

Finalize may not be This message will appear when power is supplied again and the

complete. Finalize again disc is reinserted after power was shut off during finalization due 100

now? to a power failure, etc. Choose "YES" if you wish to be sure

finalizing is performed.

JPEG file related to This message will appear when stills recorded on DVD-RAM disc

scenes are not found, 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 6

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. 36

Insert it.

The disc is not inserted correctly.

Push the disc against the turntable at the center until a click is

heard. 36

See *3 and *4 on page 135.

Is the disc surface/bottom reversed? 36, 37

Check the surface/bottom of disc, and reinsert it correctly.

No more scenes. • All scenes are deleted from the play list.

PlayList was deleted. • Since a play list with no scenes cannot be supported by 93, 94

specifications, a play list from which all registered scenes have

been deselected will be deleted.

PlayLists over limit. An attempt was made to create new play list or copy play list,

even though limit specified for play lists in the video recording 90

standard had already been stored.

Same scenes on Play • This will appear when scenes are to be deleted.

List will be deleted. • When a play list exists on disc, an attempt to delete scenes in 77

Delete scenes? program will display this message. (This message will not

appear if you deselect scenes from play list.)

Scenes over limit. The number of scenes entered in play list has reached the limit

Cannot add scenes, that can be entered. 90, 94

Delete several scenes.

Scenes over limit. The number of entered scenes has reached the limit that can be

Cannot divide scene, entered. 90, 94

Delete several scenes.

Stop processing. The • button was pressed to stop processing of multiple scenes. --

There was no scene This message will appear if you try to delete multiple scenes on

which can be deleted. Disc Navigation when all the selected scenes have been locked. 77, 84

Release the lock on scenes before executing deletion.

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|This disc cannot be A disc that cannot be used on this DVD video camera/recorder

used. Please replace has been loaded. Check the type of disc. 23

disc.

This disc is finalized.

Finalize is not required. 100

This disc is recorded by

the PAL system. Please

replace disc.

UN FORMAT DISC

This message will appear if you press the FINALIZE button with a

finalized DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW loaded in this DVD video camera/

recorder. Finalizing the disc is not necessary.

This DVD video camera/recorder can use only discs recorded on

the NTSC system. A disc recorded on the PAL system cannot be

used on this DVD video camera/recorder.

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.

Finalization is not possible when the DVD video camera/recorder

is powered by a battery: Use the AC adapter/charger for

finalization.

Scene cannot be repaired when the DVD video camera/recorder

is powered by a battery.

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.

A card with the erase prevention switch locked is inserted: Unlock

the switch.

• A write-protected disc is inserted.

• Release the write-protect using the Disc Navigation menu.

Use AC adapter/

charger. 24, 100

Use AC adapter/

charger.

Turn off power. 24

Write protected. 23

Check card.

Write protected. 98

Check disc.

• 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_

• 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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• This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. Remove the disc and then use the

provided disc cleaning cloth to clean off the dirt before using it.

• This message may also appear when condensation occurs. Wait until tile DVD video camera/

recorder dries out, and then turn it on again.

• This message will appear when a single-sided disc is inserted in reverse. Reinsert the disc correctlv.

(Insert the disc with the label printed surface facing tile outside.)

• 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 before asking for a repair. If the suggested solution still cannot restore the

DVD video camera/recorder to normal, do not attempt to repair it yourself, but consult your dealer.

Power supplies

Battery cannot be

charged.

Battery weakens fast.

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 to AC adapter/charger? Unplug

it.

Has the battery been unused for a long time?

Remove the battery, and then reattach it. If the battery is still not

charged, it may be dead: Purchase a new one.

• If the battery does not charge after you try the above four

procedures, it may be 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. Keep

extra batteries on hand.

Battery may be dead.

The performance of battery will deteriorate if it is used for an

extended period of time or frequently: 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.

The CHARGE indicator

on AC adapter/charger

is blinking.

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|Power turns off

immediately after being

turned on.

When power is turned

on, the LCD screen will

turn on and off.

The ACCESS/PC

indicator is blinking,

even though nothing is

displayed on LCD

monitor screen.

Power goes off

unexpectedly.

Power cannot be turned

off.

Even if the DVD video

camera/recorder is off,

opening the cover will

cause the ACCESS

indicator to blink.

Is battery charged?

Charge it.

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.

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 before turning it on

again.

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. 22, 29, 98,

100

Recording starts but 10

stops immediately.

No photo can be

recorded. 22, 23, 29, 98

LCD screen is hard to 34

see.

Unevenness appears on

LCD monitor screen.

Focus is not correct. 53

An error message for

repair appears.

If during recording light

(sunlight, etc.) enters

the DVD video camera/

recorder through the

lens from above, ghosts

may occur in the

recorded image.

• 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 disc scratched or does dirt or fingerprint adhere to it?

Clean the disc. If there is still no improvement, replace the disc.

• 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?

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.

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

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.

Pressing the playback

button will not start

playback.

Is disc dirty?

Use the provided disc cleaning cloth to clean it.

Has the image been recorded by devices other than this DVD

video camera/recorder?

Playback of image recorded on devices other than this DVD video

camera/recorder may be impossible on this DVD video camera/

recorder.

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, playback

may not be possible on this DVD video camera/recorder.

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. If

the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to VCR, set its

input selector to "external input (LINE)".

Is the DVD video camera/recorder connected to TV correctly?

Check the connections.

Is disc scratched or does dirt or fingerprint adhere to it?

Clean the disc.

Is the TV volume control set correctly?

Adjust TV volume control, and be sure to adjust the volume on

TV.

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.

No playback picture

appears on TV screen.

1O5

1O4

Playback picture is 10

momentarily interrupted.

No sound.

1O5

Photos on card cannot

be played back.

[ ®pu, @ ]

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 conforming to DCR

When playing back a still, "Playback." will appear: Stills with a

large number of pixels will take some time to appear.

It will take some time to

play back photos on

card.

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When the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC

No drive icon appears The DVD video camera/recorder is not turned on. 29

on PC. Check the power supply.

Turn PC off and then disconnect the PC connection cable. Turn

PC on again, and then use the PC connection cable to connect

the DVD video camera/recorder to PC.

Make sure the PC connection cable is completely plugged into

this DVD video camera/recorder.

Error occurs in playback If error occurs with USB connection, the transfer rate is not

of DVD video camera/ sufficient. It is recommended that you use a USB terminal 109

recorder on PC. conforming to USB2.0 when connecting the DVD video camera/

recorder.

Application is not Turn the PC and DVD video camera/recorder off, and try again.

normally run on PC.

Error occurs during The temperature of DVD video camera/recorder is too high due

writing to disc. 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 of images Connect the DVD video camera/recorder to another USB terminal

stops, 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 or does dirt or fingerprint adhere to it?

Clean the disc. 10

This problem may be solved if you update the DVD editing/

creating software of your PC.

Make sure that your PC display adapter (video card) conforms to 109

DirectX9.0c.

Make sure the power switch of this DVD video camera/recorder is

set to "411" or "1_1". 29

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". 115

DVD drive built into PC

cannot be used after the

provided software has

been installed.

Error appears when

starting ImageMixer 3.

Movies are not

recognized by

application in PC.

The DISC EJECT

button is not valid when

the DVD video camera/

recorder is connected to

PC.

No sound is heard when

an MPEG file imported

into Macintosh is played

back on Quick Time

with an MPEG 2

playback component

adopted.

Since an MPEG file imported into Macintosh using ImageMixer 3

uses the audio format of AC3 audio, no audio will be played back

even if the Quick Time MPEG-2 playback component is

introduced: Only video will be played back. Use ImageMixer 3 for

playback.

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When the time stamp of The file system of this DVD video camera/recorder is operated on

file in DVD-RAM is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and time lag information has not

viewed on PC, it is been set. With Windows ® as of January, 2006, the time stamp of

different from the actual file viewed on Explorer looks different from the actual recording

recording time. time. The actual recording time will appear for date/time

indication on playback screen.

It will take some time to If you are editing a video file whose contents are different from

save a video edited on those of project setting, it may take some time, since the entire

the video editor of video file must be re-encoded. Reconfirm the project setting.

ImageMixer 3.

"Hardware Removal" Exit Windows ® once, and then disconnect the DVD video

results in error, camera/recorder. If your PC uses Windows ® 2000 Professional, 117

the problem may be solved if you install Windows ® 2000 SP3 or

later.

No USB HS (high Make sure that you have already installed the driver provided with

speed) connection even the USB2.0 card.

when USB2.0 card is You will need to install the driver provided by USB2.0 card maker

used. in order to operate the USB2.0 card at HS (high speed).

Miscellaneous

No DVD video camera/ Is a fully charged battery attached?

recorder operation. Is the DVD video camera/recorder powered from AC outlet? 24, 25

Power does not come 142

on, or no operation

occurs by pressing

button.

The date and time are

incorrect. 31

Pressing the SLEEP/

RESTART button will 41

not set to the sleep/

restart standby status.

No scene can be

deleted. 73, 77

Execute system reset (press the RESET button).

Has the DVD video camera/recorder been subjected to impact?

The DVD video camera/recorder could be damaged. Consult your

dealer.

Has the DVD video camera/recorder been left unused for a long

)eriod of time?

The internal backup memory battery may be discharged:

Charge 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.

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Disc cannot be

removed.

(Cover will not open.)

• Did you detach the battery or AC adapter/charger before

24, 25, 29

Disc cover cannot be

closed. 36

24, 26

Operating sound is

heard cyclically.

Some vibrations are felt

or slight sound is heard

from mechanism.

• No operation can be

performed because

the ACCESS/PC or

CARD ACCESS

indicator on this DVD

video camera/

recorder remains lit or

blinking.

• After disc or card is

inserted, it takes

some time until

recording is possible.

No image in viewfinder.

setting the power switch to "OFF"?

Is the battery charged?

Connect a charged battery or the AC adapter/charger, and then

press the DISC EJECT button to remove the disc.

• Did the DVD video camera/recorder turn off because 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.

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, and then

turn the DVD video camera/recorder on.

This sound is heard because the disc is cyclically operated and

does not indicate a fault.

These vibrations or sound are caused by disc drive: This does

not indicate a fault.

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.

• 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 is

closed and securely locked to DVD video camera/recorder.

• Is the DVD video camera/recorder set to the sleep/restart

status?

Press the SLEEP/RESTART button to release the sleep/restart

status.

• Is DVD video camera/recorder connected to PC using PC

connection cable?

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 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.

7, 36

30,41

41,80,113

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.

1Set the power switch to "OFF" to turn the

DVD video camera/reorder off.

Detach tile battery o1: AC adapter/charger.

2Use a fine tipped pen to hold down the reset

button for several seconds.

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/

recorder: Pressing the RESET button with a disc

loaded may erase the scenes recorded on the

disc,

All settings will be reset.

eList of setting items

Camera Functions Program AE Auto p. 56

Setup White Bal. Auto p. 57

EIS On p. 59

Dig.Zoom 120x *t p. 50

MIC.Filter Off p. 59

Record Functions Setup VIDEO Mode FINE p. 60

Quality FINE p. 63

16:9 On p. 61

Self Timer Off p. 63

OSD Output On p. 64

Date Setup Date Set 1/1/2007 12:00AM p. 31

Date Mode M/D/Y p. 31

LCD/EVF Setup LCD Brightness _ p. 34

EVF Brightness _ p. 34

Color Level _ p. 35

EVF Display Auto p. 35

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Initial Setup Beep On p. 32

Power Save Off p. 32

Record LED On p. 33

Language English p. 32

Demo Mode Auto p. 33

"1 "]OOx" Wi]] appear on DZ-GXSOOOA.

• Some items will not appear depending on the disc or card inserted.

Major Specifications

CCD

Lens

Focus

Zoom

Required minimum illumination

Viewfinder

LCD monitor

Electronic image stabilizer

Shutter speed

Self-timer recording

Recording mode

Maximum DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/

recordable DVD-R/+RW disc

time

(per side)

1/6-inch interlaced

Total number of pixels

approx. 680,000

Number of effective pixels

Movie: approx. 340,000

Still: approx. 340,000

DZ-GX5080A/ : F2.0- 4.1

DZ-GX5020A 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

Auto/Manual

Optical 25x (DZ-GX5000A),

Optical 30x (DZ-GX5080A/DZ-GX5020A)

100x - 1200x (DZ-GX5000A), 120x - 1500x (DZ-GX5080A/DZ-

GX5020A), with digital zoom added, 100x (DZ-GX5000A), 120x (DZ-

GX5080A/DZ-GX5020A) for still

0.3 Ix in Low Light mode

0.2-inch color TFT(equivalent to approx. 200,000 pixels)

2.7-inch color TFT (approx. 120,000 pixels)

Electronic type

1/4 - 1/4000 seconds (movie)

Still recording only

Movie (with sound)

Still (with DVD-RAM disc, SD memory card)

approx. 18 minutes (XTRA)

approx. 30 minutes (FINE)

approx. 60 minutes (STD)

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|Maximum

number of

recordable

stills

Recording

format

+RW disc

Card

Audio playback format

Recording medium

DVD-RAM disc

(per side)

SD memory card

(when using 32 MB

card)

DVD-RAM/DVD-RW

(VR-mode) disc

DVD-RW (VF-mode)/

DVD-R disc

Jacks

Battery system

Power consumption

Dimensions

(WxHxD)

Operating temperature (humidity)

Storage temperature

Weight DZ-GX5080A

DZ-GX5020A/

DZ-GX5000A approx. 420 g (without battery or disc)

Total weight when recording DZ-GX5080A approx, 480 g

DZ-GX5020A/

DZ-GX5000A approx. 475 g

Provided accessories

approx. 999

If movies and stills are mixed on one disc, the recordable number will

decrease.

approx. 180 (in FINE mode)

Varies depending on the recording quality and the type of card.

(p. 145)

Movie:

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)

Movie:

Conforming to DVD video format (Dolby Digital)

Movie: DVD+RW video format (Dolby Digital)

Still: Conforming to JPEG (640 x 480 pixels) standard

MPEG Audio layer 2, linear PCM, Dolby Digital

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

Video/audio output xl

PC connection terminal (connected to PC USB port) xl (Not

equipped with DZ-GX5020A/DZ-GX5000A)

Lithium-ion

When recording with LCD monitor off (DVD-RAM disc used)

approx. 3.2W (in FINE mode)

Approx. 2-1/2" x 3-9/16" x 5-3/16"

(63 x 91 x 132 mm) (excluding hand strap)

32 - 104°F (0 - 40°C) (less than 80%).

32 - 86°F (0 - 30°C) when connected to PC

-4 - 140°F (-20 - 60°C)

approx. 425 g (without 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

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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 the transfer rate

varies automatically between approx. 3 - 10 Mbps)

*2: Fixed bit rate: Approx. 6 Mbps

*3: Fixed bit rate: Approx. 3 Mbps

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) recorded on card:

FINE Approx. 160 KB When image quality is prioritized

NORM Approx. 120 KB Standard quality

ECO Approx. 80 KB When number of stills is prioritized (quality will be slightly inferior)

Although still images are recorded on DVD-RAM disc only in the FINE mode, the quality mode carl

be chosen when recording stills on card (p. 63).

The file size of a photo recorded on DVD-RAM disc in "1_" status is equal to or larger than that

recorded on card using the FINE quality 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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FACILITY IN CANADA

Please consult the following telephone number

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TO ORDER ACCESSORIES

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Service Direct: 1-800-HITACHI

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility

Products: DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER

Models: DZ-GX5080A/DZ-GX5020A/DZ-GXS000A

Trade Name: 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 that

may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.

Ubiquitous Platform Systems Division

900 Hitachi Way

Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556 U.S.A.

Tel: 800-448-2244

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Index

Numerics

16:9 ................................................................ 61

8 cm bare disc .................................................. 22

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

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

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

Date and time ................................................... 31

Date setup ....................................................... 31

Defaults ........................................................... 33

Delete (edit) ..................................................... 94

Delete (play list) ................................................ 96

Delete (scene) ............................................ 77, 93

Demo Mode ..................................................... 33

Detail (scene) ................................................... 86

Dig. Zoom ........................................................ 50

Diopter control .................................................. 30

Disc

Available .................................................. 22

Finalize .................................................. 100

Format ..................................................... 97

Handling .................................................... 9

Protect ..................................................... 98

Update Control Info .................................... 99

DISC EJECT button .......................................... 36

Display

Information LCD ........................................ 43

Scenes information .................................... 86

Viewfinder ................................................ 30

Divide .............................................................. 78

DVD player ..................................................... 106

DVD-R ............................................................. 22

DVD-RAM ........................................................ 22

DVD recorder ................................................. 106

DVD-RW .......................................................... 22

Edit (play List) .................................................. 92

EIS ................................................................. 59

EXPOSURE button ........................................... 54

Exposure control ............................................... 54

Fade ............................................................... 80

FINALIZE button ............................................. 100

Finalize Disc ................................................... 100

FINE (VIDEO Mode) .......................................... 60

FOCUS button .................................................. 52

Format Disc ..................................................... 97

Frame advance/Frame back ............................... 69

Full Auto .......................................................... 55

FULL AUTO button ............................................ 55

Full Menu ......................................................... 48

Go To (during playback) ..................................... 71

Go To (on Disc Navigation) ................................. 97

Hand strap ....................................................... 19

Howling ......................................................... 104

Information display mode ................................... 43

Initial Setup ...................................................... 32

Language ........................................................ 32

Laser pickup block ............................................ 36

LED Light ........................................................ 42

Lens cap .......................................................... 20

Lens cap string attachment hole .......................... 20

Linear PCM .................................................... 144

Lock ................................................................ 84

LOCK switch .................................................... 39

Low Light (Program AE) ..................................... 57

Manual Focus icon ............................................ 52

MENU button ................................................... 48

MIC.Filter ......................................................... 59

Move ............................................................... 95

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m o

Optical 25x zoom lens ........................................ 50

Optical 30x zoom lens ........................................ 50

OSD Output ...................................................... 64

PHOTO capture ................................................ 69

Play (play list) ................................................... 91

Play (program) .................................................. 88

Play list ............................................................ 90

Add scenes ............................................... 92

Add scenes (submenu) ............................... 93

Create ...................................................... 90

Delete ...................................................... 96

Delete scenes ........................................... 93

Delete scenes (submenu) ........................... 94

Move ........................................................ 95

Play ......................................................... 91

Select ...................................................... 91

Select scenes (submenu) ............................ 94

Title ......................................................... 96

Portrait (Program AE) ......................................... 56

Power Save ...................................................... 32

Power switch ..................................................... 29

Program ........................................................... 87

Play ......................................................... 88

Select ...................................................... 87

Title ......................................................... 88

Program AE ...................................................... 56

Protect Disc ...................................................... 98

Quality (Card) ................................................... 63

Quick Menu ...................................................... 48

QUICK MENU button ......................................... 48

Record button ................................................... 39

Recording indicator ............................................ 33

Repeat Play .................................................... 102

Reset

settings .................................................... 33

system ................................................... 142

RESET button ................................................. 142

+RW ................................................................ 22

Skip (Scene) ..................................................... 81

Skip playback .................................................... 70

Slide Show ..................................................... 103

Sports (Program AE) .......................................... 56

Spotlight (Program AE) ....................................... 56

STD (VIDEO Mode) ........................................... 60

Submenu ......................................................... 78

Tele-conversion lens .......................................... 51

Thumbnail ........................................................ 66

Title (play list) .................................................... 96

Title (program) .................................................. 88

TV Type ......................................................... 103

Update Control Info ............................................ 99

VIDEO Mode .................................................... 60

FINE ........................................................ 60

STD ......................................................... 60

XTRA ....................................................... 60

Video selector ................................................... 62

White Bal .......................................................... 57

White fade ........................................................ 80

Wide conversion lens ......................................... 51

Wipe fade ......................................................... 80

XTRA (VIDEO Mode) ......................................... 60

Zoom lever ........................................... 50, 52, 67

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

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DVDCAM PC Software Support Center

URL http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/

Support Center phone numbers for software provided:

N_rneros de tel4fono del Centro de soporte para el software surninistrado:

Nurn4ros de t414phone de rAssistance Clientele pour le Iogiciel foumi :

PIXELA CORPORATION

+1-800-458-4029 (ToIMree)

+1-213-341-0163

URL:http://www.pixela.co.jp/oern/hitachi/e/index.html

HiTACHi AMERICA, LTD. HiTACHi CANADA LTD.

Ubiquitous Platform Systems Division DiGiTAL MEDIA DiViSION

900 Hitachi Way 1-2495 Meadowpine Blvd.

Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556 Mississauga, Ontario LSN 6C3

Service Hotline: 1-800-HITACH] CANADA

(1-800-448-2244) Service Direct: t-800-HITACH]

(1-800-448-2244)

http://www.hitachi.ca

HITACHI

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