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Instruction Manual
DZ-MV550A
DZ-MV580A
DZ-MV550A
DZ-MV580A
HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.
HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION
HITACHI CANADA LTD.
DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION
900 Hitachi Way
Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556
Service Hotline: 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
2495 Meadowpine Blvd.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6C3
CANADA
Service Direct: 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
English
DVDCAM PC Software Support Center
URL http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/
Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. Please take time to become familiar with the manual and how it
is set up. Keep it handy for future reference.
Be sure to read page 187 before unpacking the provided CD-ROM.
The illustration of DZ-MV550A is shown on the front cover of this instruction
manual. The method for operating the DZ-MV550A is the same as that for
This manual was printed
DZ-MV580A.
with soy based ink.
Printed on recycled paper
QR35303 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2004
Printed in Japan OS-H(I)
Important Information
For Your Safety
The power switch turns the DVD video camera/recorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the
camera/recorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, BE
SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/CHARGER
(DZ-ACS1).
The DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/
charger have the following caution marks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Identifications of caution marks
This symbol warns the user that
uninsulated voltage within the unit
may have sufficient magnitude to
cause electric shock. Therefore, it is
dangerous to make any kind of contact
with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that
important literature concerning the
operation and maintenance of this unit
has been included. Therefore, it should
be read carefully to avoid any
problems.
Precautions
WARNING: Many television programs and films
are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home
videotaping of copyrighted materials.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
English
The liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is made
by highly precise technology. More than 99.99%
of its picture elements (pixels) are effective, but
some (less than 0.01%) may appear as colored
bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the
LCD panel stretches the limits of current
technology.
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CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
CAUTION
This product contains a laser diode of higher
class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not
remove any covers or attempt to gain access to
the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to
qualified personnel.
Warning: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
English
Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® 98, Windows® 98 Second Edition, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000
Professional, and Windows® XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel®, Pentium® Processor, and Celeron® Processor are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
IBM® and PC/AT® are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each
individual company.
SD logo is a trademark.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major
factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.
This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD video camera/
recorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy
place for future reference.
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INSTALLATION
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Read and Follow Instructions — All the safety and
operating instructions should be read before the
video product is operated. Follow all operating and
use instructions.
Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of
the video product and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the
video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. This video product should never be placed
near or over a radiator or heat register. This video
product should not be placed in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the video product manufacturer's
instructions have been followed.
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kabushiki
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mitoniikikata
album
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Retain Instructions — The safety and operating
instructions should be retained for future reference.
3
Heed Warnings — Comply with all warnings on the
video product and in the operating instructions.
4
Power Sources — This video product should be
operated only from the type of power source indicated
on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your video dealer
or local power company. For video products intended
to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer
to the operating instructions.
5
Overloading — Do not
overload wall outlets and
extension cords as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric
shock. Overloaded AC outlets
and extension cords are
dangerous, and so are frayed
power cables, damaged or
cracked wire insulation and
broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire
hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it
replaced by your service technician if appearance
indicates damage or deteriorated insulation.
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yohsinarishashin
mito
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MOMO
key to chise
momogatoiredemizubitashi
yohsinarish
nurie
kawaii koneko
cat book
Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords
should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the appliance.
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Attachments — Do not use attachments unless
recommended by the video product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.
Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated
equipment or accessories connected to this unit should
bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the
accessory itself and should not have been modified so as
to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any
potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt,
contact qualified service personnel.
9
Water and Moisture — Do not use this video product
near water — for example, near a bath tub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or near a swimming pool, and the like.
10
Accessories — Do not place this video product on an
unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
video product may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
video product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
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12
An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
Power Lines — An outside antenna system should
not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching or approaching such
power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous
and should be left to a professional antenna installer.
Cleaning — Unplug this video product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
14
Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of
any kind into this video product through openings as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
17
Conditions Requiring Service — Unplug this video
product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following
conditions.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video product to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change
in performance — this indicates a need for service.
Lightning — For added protection for this video
product during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable-system. This will prevent damage to
the video product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
18
Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are
required, have the service technician verify that the
replacements he uses have the same safety
characteristics as the original parts. Use of
replacements specified by the video product
manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
19
Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or
repairs to this video product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks recommended
by the manufacturer to determine that the video
product is in safe operating condition.
20
Heat — The product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
English
15
Servicing — Do not attempt to service this video
product yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
USE
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SERVICE
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Disposal of these materials be regulated due to
environmental considerations. For the disposal
or recycling information, please contact your
local authorities or the Electronics Industries
Alliance : “www.eiae.org.”
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Cautions When Using
Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care:
• The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a
sharp object.
• If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear soon,
turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
• Do not place the DVD video camera/recorder with the open LCD screen down.
• Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD video camera/recorder.
Liquid crystal display (LCD) and viewfinder:
• The LCD screen and viewfinder are the products of highly precise technology. Among the total number
of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for LCD monitor and approx. 110,000 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 temperature inside the DVD video camera/recorder rises.
Hold the DVD video camera/recorder correctly:
• Do not hold the viewfinder or LCD monitor when lifting the DVD video camera/recorder: The
viewfinder or LCD monitor could detach and the DVD video camera/recorder may fall.
Do not subject the DVD video camera/recorder to impact:
• This DVD video camera/recorder is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it
against a hard object or let it fall.
• Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder on a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations
or impact.
No sand or dust!
• Fine sand or dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause
malfunctions or defects.
No water or oil!
• Water or oil entering the DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause electric
shock, malfunctions or defects.
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Heat on surface of product:
• The surface of the DVD video camera/recorder will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault.
Screen on connected TV:
• Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the
DVD video camera/recorder is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or
phosphor degradation of TV screen.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
• Using the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is over 104ºF (40°C) or under
32ºF (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 86ºF (30ºC)).
• 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 could malfunction or
a fire could occur.
• Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This
could cause malfunctions.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near TV or radio:
• This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near strong radio waves or magnetism:
• If the DVD video camera/recorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio
wave tower or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During
playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound.
At worst the DVD video camera/recorder could malfunction.
Do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to soot or steam:
• Thick soot or steam could damage the DVD video camera/recorder case or cause malfunctions.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near corrosive gas:
• If the DVD video camera/recorder is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by
gasoline or diesel engines, or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, the external or internal terminals
could corrode, disabling normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could corrode, so that
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.
• Insecticide entering the DVD video camera/recorder could dirty the lens in laser pickup block, and
in such a case the DVD video camera/recorder might not operate normally. Turn the DVD video
camera/recorder off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide.
Do not use a generally available 8 cm CD lens cleaner:
• Cleaning the lens is not necessary when using this DVD video camera/recorder in the usual way.
• Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD video camera/recorder to be faulty.
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Do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to insecticide:
Be careful of moisture condensation:
• When you move the DVD video camera/recorder between places where the difference in
temperatures is great - such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle
- condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside
the DVD video camera/recorder. If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion
block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth. Even if the external
surface of DVD video camera/recorder has dried, condensation may remain inside: Turn the DVD
video camera/recorder off and leave it in a dry place for at least 1-2 hours before using it again.
Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder for a long uninterrupted period of time:
• This DVD video camera/recorder cannot be used for a long time continuously as a surveillance
camera/monitor. If you use the DVD video camera/recorder for a long continuous period of time, the
temperature of DVD video camera/recorder could exceed a limit and the recording/playback
operation could be slowed down: In this case, 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
blinking to show that data is being written to disc or card, or
being read from it. At this time, do not do any of the
following, so as not to damage the data:
− Remove battery
− Disconnect AC adapter/charger
− 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
CARD
ACCESS
indicator
ACCESS/PC
indicator
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 165).
Do not wipe the DVD video camera/recorder case with benzene or thinner:
• The coating of case could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate.
• When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions.
Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories:
• For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction manuals attached.
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Cautions When Storing
Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is very
high for a long period of time:
• The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the
DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Also,
do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to direct sunlight or place it near a heater.
Do not store the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the humidity is high or
in a dusty place:
• Dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder could cause malfunctions. If the humidity is high, the
lens could be 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:
Copyright:
• Data recorded on the disc or card in this DVD video camera/recorder using other digital/analog
media or devices are protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the
owner of copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Be aware that recording is restricted for some
demonstrations, performances and exhibitions, even for personal enjoyment.
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• Hitachi cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or recorded
contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD video camera/recorder, disc or card.
Also, Hitachi cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio.
• If you or a third party make a mistake when handling this DVD video camera/recorder, disc, card, etc.,
the recorded contents may be lost. We cannot be responsible for compensation for damage due to loss
of recorded contents.
Read This First
To guide you, we've included following six chapters.
• The section on “Setups” explains how to set up
the DVD video camera/recorder, battery, and
set the date/time.
• The section on “Basic Techniques” explains the
basic operation of this DVD video camera/
recorder - recording of movies, still images,
external input, and playback of recorded
images.
• The section on “Advanced Techniques” explains
settings on this DVD video camera/recorder for
more advanced usage.
• The section on “Disc Navigation” explains
editing with Disc Navigation: Refer to this
section when finalizing DVD-R disc and
initializing DVD-RAM disc.
• The section on “Connecting to PC” explains the
contents of provided CD-ROM and how to
install the software included.
• “Subsidiary Information” includes an
introduction to products sold separately, proper
cleaning, and troubleshooting.
We want this manual to be as helpful as possible,
so it includes two easy ways to find the information
you need:
• A quick index for the information you use most
often (this page).
• A detailed table of contents directing you to
specific information quickly (see page 13-15).
Get to know your DVD video camera/recorder by
using this manual, and get to know Hitachi. We
appreciate your business.
Quick Index
Available Discs................................................. 25
Recording Movie .............................................. 49
Playing Back .................................................... 58
Connecting to a TV .......................................... 77
Functions Available with Disc Navigation....... 109
Connecting to PC........................................... 140
With this DVD video camera/recorder you can view the picture being recorded or the playback picture
whether on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture
to appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. The following text describes the operation assuming that
the viewfinder is used as a major monitor device.
About This Manual
●Displays in this manual
Understand that the displays are different from those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the
LCD screen.
●Notation of cancel button
Press the stop/cancel button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding
one. The expression “press the C button” will be used in this text.
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● 1, 2 and 3 marks beside headings
Some functions of this DVD video camera/recorder are unavailable with disc or card used. Refer to the
marks at right above each function to identify whether the disc or card is compatible with the function.
Refer to these marks and identify the functions and operation to match the disc or card you use.
●Illustrations in this manual
Although the external appearances of DZ-MV550A and DZ-MV580A are different, the method of
operating both models is identical.
The illustrations of DZ-MV580A are used for the explanation in this text.
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Introduction
●You can start recording immediately after stopping playback (P.49, 58)
Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning
of blank portion.
You can stop playback and immediately start recording: New recording will not overwrite any
previously recorded data.
Recorded scenes
If you stop playback midway and start recording, overwrite will not occur.
●You can immediately play back desired recorded scenes (P.107)
You do not need to rewind, unlike recorders using tape.
You can select any scene you want and immediately play it back (using Disc Navigation function).
●You can easily print without PC (P.120)
Use DPOF to set the photos to be printed and the print number among the photos recorded on SD
memory card or MultiMediaCard: This is useful when printing photos on a printer conforming to SD
memory card or when asking a photo lab to print them.
●Use Disc Navigation to create your original movie (P.126)
You can delete unnecessary scenes, move any scenes, etc., and create your original movie work (Play
List).
Before editing
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After editing
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●You can easily edit scenes, which is
quite difficult with tape (P.86)
Using this DVD video camera/recorder, you can
collect scenes of your child, for example, on play
list of Disc Navigation function and create an
original movie: Then simply play back the play list
and dub it on VCR. It is also easy to make any
number of identical tapes.
Up to now, you had to
repeatedly press
buttons
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With DVD, you can simply
play back this DVD video
camera/recorder, and
press the record button on
VCR.
●Create original DVDs on PC (P.152)
You can use a DVD-R disc to create an original
DVD, using the provided software CD-ROM.
The created DVD disc can be played back on DVD
player, DVD-ROM drive, etc.
Original DVD being
created
Playback of DVD
Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ...........................4
Cautions When Using ........................................6
Cautions When Storing ......................................9
Suggestions and Restrictions.............................9
Read This First.................................................10
About This Manual ...........................................10
Introduction ......................................................11
Table of Contents.............................................13
Checking Provided Accessories.......................16
Names of Parts ................................................17
Try to Record and Play Back using Disc
(Video and Photo)..........................................21
Try to Record and Play Back using Card
(Photo)...........................................................23
Discs and Cards...............................................25
AVAILABLE DISCS ............................................. 25
INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC ....................... 26
EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE
USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO
CAMERA/RECORDER:.................................... 26
HANDLING DISCS .............................................. 27
AVAILABLE CARDS............................................ 28
Storage Capacity on Disc or Card....................29
RECORDABLE TIME OF MOVIE (VIDEO) ......... 29
RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) ON DISC .... 29
RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) ON CARD... 30
SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS...................... 30
Setups
Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/
Recorder........................................................31
HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/
RECORDER ..................................................... 31
ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP ...................... 32
ATTACHING LENS CAP ..................................... 32
INSERTING BATTERY INTO REMOTE
CONTROL ........................................................ 33
REMOVING BATTERY FROM REMOTE
CONTROL ........................................................ 33
VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH
VIEWFINDER ................................................... 34
VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR
SCREEN........................................................... 35
CLOSING LCD MONITOR .................................. 36
SETTING DATE AND TIME ................................ 37
CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE
AND TIME......................................................... 38
Setting Up the Battery ......................................39
CHARGING BATTERY ........................................39
ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO
CAMERA/RECORDER .....................................40
REMOVING BATTERY........................................40
BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR ......42
EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY ..........................42
USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER......................43
Inserting and Removing Disc .......................... 44
INSERTING DISC................................................44
REMOVING DISC................................................46
Inserting and Removing Card.......................... 47
Basic Techniques
Basic Handling of DVD Video Camera/
Recorder ....................................................... 48
TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/
RECORDER ON AND OFF ..............................48
Recording Movie ............................................. 49
Recording Stills ............................................... 50
Compensating for Backlight ............................ 51
On-Screen Information .................................... 52
INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING
RECORDING ....................................................52
Zooming .......................................................... 56
MACRO RECORDING ........................................57
RECORDING SUBJECTS FOR STRONGER
WIDE-ANGLE OR TELEPHOTO EFFECT .......57
Playing Back.................................................... 58
PLAYING BACK ..................................................58
PLAYBACK FROM START OF DISC OR
CARD................................................................59
SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE .......................59
FRAME ADVANCE/FRAME BACK/SLOW
PLAYBACK OF MOVIE ....................................59
SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE ..............................60
PLAYING BACK STILLS .....................................60
JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO)........61
On-Screen Information Display ....................... 62
INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING
PLAYBACK .......................................................62
Checking Flow of Quick Mode......................... 63
Camera Functions
FLOW OF QUICK MODE WHEN RECORDING
MOVIE: .............................................................64
FLOW OF QUICK MODE WHEN RECORDING
PHOTO (DISC): ................................................65
FLOW OF QUICK MODE WHEN RECORDING
PHOTO (CARD):...............................................66
Disc Navigation Functions
FLOW OF QUICK MODE
(WITH DVD-RAM DISC): ..................................68
FLOW OF QUICK MODE
(WITH DVD-R DISC): .......................................69
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Important Information ........................................2
For Your Safety .................................................2
Precautions .......................................................2
FLOW OF QUICK MODE (WITH CARD): ........... 70
Manually Focusing Subject.............................. 71
SETTING COLOR DENSITY OF LCD
SCREEN (COLOR LEVEL) ............................ 101
FOCUSING DURING RECORDING ................... 71
Initial Settings ................................................ 102
Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded
(Exposure)..................................................... 73
Using Full Auto Function.................................. 74
Setting Video Flash (for DZ-MV580A) ............. 75
SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR
OFF (BEEP).................................................... 102
TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
OFF AUTOMATICALLY (POWER SAVE) ...... 102
TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF
(RECORD LED) .............................................. 103
CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE
(LANGUAGE) ................................................. 103
RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO
DEFAULTS (RESET)...................................... 104
USING EXTERNAL MICROPHONE ................... 76
Viewing on TV Screen ..................................... 77
CONNECTING TO A TV ..................................... 77
VIEWING ON TV SCREEN ................................. 78
Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player ....... 79
PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM DISC ....................... 79
PLAYING BACK DVD-R DISC ............................ 80
Removing and Replacing from/in Round DVD
Holder............................................................ 81
HOW TO REMOVE DISC.................................... 81
REPLACING DISC IN ROUND DVD HOLDER ... 82
WHEN THE HINGE OF ROUND DVD HOLDER
COMES OFF .................................................... 82
DISC CLEANING................................................. 82
Recording (Dubbing) Images........................... 83
RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES FROM
OTHER VIDEO DEVICE................................... 83
RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES FROM
OTHER VIDEO CAMERAS .............................. 85
RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON
OTHER VIDEO DEVICES ................................ 86
Advanced Techniques
Checking Flow of Normal Display Mode.......... 87
Camera Functions
Setting Up Camera Functions.......................... 90
SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH
THE SUBJECT
(SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE).............. 90
ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE).......... 91
USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE
STABILIZER (EIS) ............................................ 93
REDUCING WIND NOISE DURING
RECORDING (MIC.FILTER) ............................ 93
SETTING TO WIDE TV SCREEN MODE
(16:9 MODE)..................................................... 94
Setting Up Record Functions........................... 96
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SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY
(VIDEO MODE) ................................................ 96
SWITCHING QUALITY OF STILL IMAGE
(QUALITY) ........................................................ 97
RECEIVING IMAGE FROM ANOTHER DEVICE
(INPUT SOURCE) ............................................ 98
SWITCHING EXTERNAL INPUT RECORDING
METHOD (PHOTO INPUT) .............................. 98
SELF-TIMER ....................................................... 99
SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OUTPUT
ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT)......................... 100
LCD Setup ..................................................... 101
SETTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN
(BRIGHTNESS) .............................................. 101
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Disc Navigation
Using Disc Navigation.................................... 105
STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC
NAVIGATION.................................................. 105
PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION
SCREEN ......................................................... 107
SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES .................... 108
SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES
TOGETHER .................................................... 108
FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC
NAVIGATION.................................................. 109
UNDERSTANDING FLOW OF DISC
NAVIGATION MENU ...................................... 110
Scene............................................................. 111
DELETING SCENES (DELETE)........................ 111
CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS
(EDIT - THUMBNAIL) ..................................... 113
PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES
(EDIT - SKIP) .................................................. 114
ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES
(EDIT - MOVE) ............................................... 114
DIRECTING SCENES EFFECTIVELY
(EDIT - FADE) ................................................ 115
COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES
(EDIT - COMBINE) ......................................... 116
DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT - DIVIDE) ................. 117
COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO
CARD (COPY) ................................................ 118
LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK) ............ 119
DESIGNATING SCENES TO BE PRINTED
(DPOF) ........................................................... 120
SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN
(SELECT) ....................................................... 121
DISPLAYING INFORMATION USING MENU
SCREEN (DETAIL) ......................................... 122
Program ......................................................... 123
WHAT IS “PROGRAM”?.................................... 123
SWITCHING TO THUMBNAIL DISPLAY OF
SPECIFIC DATE (SWITCH) ........................... 123
PLAYING BACK PROGRAM (PLAY) ................ 124
CHANGING TITLE OF PROGRAM (TITLE)...... 124
Play List ......................................................... 126
WHAT IS “PLAY LIST”?..................................... 126
CREATING NEW PLAY LIST (CREATE) .......... 126
SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY
LIST (SWITCH)............................................... 127
PLAYING BACK A PLAY LIST (PLAY).............. 127
ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST
(EDITING PLAY LIST) .................................... 128
DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST
(EDITING PLAY LIST) .................................... 129
ADDING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR
EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) .................... 129
DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR
EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) .................... 130
SELECTING SCENES USING SUBMENU
FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST)............ 130
ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) ... 131
CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE)....... 132
DELETING PLAY LIST (DELETE)..................... 132
Go To .............................................................133
TOP (END) ........................................................ 133
Disc or Card Management .............................134
VERIFYING REMAINING FREE SPACE ON
DISC OR CARD (CAPACITY) ........................ 134
PROTECTING DISC FROM WRITING
(PROTECT DISC)........................................... 134
INITIALIZING DVD-RAM DISC OR CARD
(FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD) ................ 135
UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF
DVD-RAM DISC
(UPDATE CONTROL INFO.).......................... 136
FINALIZING DVD-R DISC (FINALIZE DISC) .... 137
Subsidiary Information
Introduction to Optional Accessories............. 157
CAMERA ACCESSORIES ................................157
POWER SUPPLY ..............................................157
INFORMATION ON SQUARE ADAPTER .........157
Cleaning ........................................................ 158
Changing Setting of Demonstration .............. 159
Terminology................................................... 160
No DVD Video Camera/Recorder Operation Check the Following: .................................. 163
Trouble Messages......................................... 165
Troubleshooting............................................. 172
System Reset ................................................ 181
Major Specifications ...................................... 182
To Order in the United States........................ 184
To Order in the Canada................................. 184
Index.............................................................. 185
Be sure to read the following before opening
the package of CD-ROM ............................ 187
Others ............................................................138
DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS
INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY) .................. 138
PLAYING BACK SCENES REPEATEDLY
(REPEAT PLAY)............................................. 138
SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF
STILLS)........................................................... 139
Connecting to PC
THE FOLLOWING ARE AVAILABLE WHEN
CONNECTING TO PC.................................... 140
Contents on Provided CD-ROM.....................142
Installing Software..........................................144
DISPLAYING INSTALLER SCREEN................. 144
INSTALLING USB DRIVER............................... 145
INSTALLING UDF DRIVER
(DVD-RAM DRIVER) ...................................... 146
INSTALLING DVD-MovieAlbumSE ................... 148
INSTALLING MyDVD ........................................ 150
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Creating DVD Video on PC from DVD-RAM
Disc Recorded on DVD Video Camera/
Recorder......................................................152
Uninstalling Software .....................................154
UNINSTALLING USB DRIVER.......................... 154
DELETING OTHER APPLICATIONS ................ 155
Cautions When Using DVD Video Camera/
Recorder by Connecting It to PC .................156
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Checking Provided Accessories
Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package:
Battery (model DZ-BP14S):
Portable power supply for this DVD video
camera/recorder. Charge it before use.
AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACS1):
Used to power the DVD video camera/
recorder from AC outlet, or charge battery.
Power cable:
Infrared remote control
Connect between household AC outlet and (model DZ-RM3W):
AC adapter/charger.
Use to control the DVD video camera/
recorder from a distance.
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.
Lithium battery (model CR2025):
To power the remote control.
WARNING: Keep
this battery away
from children. If
swallowed, consult
a physician
immediately for
emergency
treatment.
AV/S input/output cable:
Shoulder strap:
Lens cap and lens cap string:
Used when viewing the picture played back Attach to the DVD video camera/recorder to Attach the lens cap when not recording, to
on the DVD video camera/recorder on TV
hang it from shoulder.
protect the lens.
screen, or input or output video from/to
another video device.
Single-sided 8 cm DVD-RAM disc (in
Software CD-ROM:
PC connection cable:
Round DVD Holder):
Use this CD-ROM when connecting the DVD Use this cable when connecting the DVD
To record videos (movies) and photos (stills) video camera/recorder to PC.
video camera/recorder to PC.
on this DVD video camera/recorder.
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Note:
The provided single-sided DVD-RAM disc is not generally available in shops: When purchasing a disc, order a 60minute double-sided disc (2.8GB, in Round DVD Holder).
ex. Maxell DVD-RAM Camcorder Disc 2.8GB Round Holder Type (item #567620)
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Names of Parts
5
9
6
7
8
10
13
A/V
1
2
3
4
MIC
11
12
BATTERY EJECT
(Bottom)
(Inside the cover)
2 Lens cap string attachment hole (P. 32)
8 Accessory shoe
Only for DZ-MV580A:
The optional video flash, etc. can be attached
here. (See the instruction manual of device to be
attached for details.)
9 External microphone jack (P. 76)
3 Recording indicator (P. 103)
The red indicator will light during recording.
10 AV input/output jack (P. 77, 83)
4 Stereo microphone (P. 76)
11 2.5" type liquid crystal display (inside)
(P. 35)
5 Optical 18× zoom lens (DZ-MV550A)
Optical 10x zoom lens (DZ-MV580A)
(P. 56)
6 Lens hood (P. 57)
Always remove this lens hood when using
generally available tele-conversion or wideconversion lens.
7 Zoom lever (P. 56)
Push the lever to the T side for telephoto, or to
the W side for wide-angle.
12 QUICK MODE switch (P. 63)
To switch the menu display on screen between
Advanced mode and Quick mode.
13 BATTERY EJECT switch (P. 40)
The BATTERY EJECT switch is located on the
bottom of this DVD video camera/recorder:
Slide it when removing the battery.
Although the external appearances of DZMV550A and DZ-MV580A are different, the
method of operating both models is identical.
DZ-MV580A illustrations are used in this
manual.
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1 Infrared receiver (P. 34)
When the remote control is used to operate the
DVD video camera/recorder, this receiver will
receive the infrared signal.
14
21
15
16
22
17
23
18
24
25
19
20
26
14 Viewfinder (P. 34)
19 CARD ACCESS indicator (P. 8, 50)
15 Diopter control (P. 34)
To adjust the focus of image appearing in the
viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.)
20 Card insertion block (P. 47)
16 ACCESS/PC indicator (P. 8, 49, 50)
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.
22 Record button (REC) (P. 49)
21 Battery attachment platform (P. 40)
23 Power switch (P. 48, 49, 50)
17 DISC EJECT button (P. 44)
Press down and release this button to open the
disc guide.
24 LOCK switch (P. 50)
It is recommended that you set the LOCK
switch to
(to the left) to prevent the power
switch in the “O VIDEO” position from
accidentally moving to “N PHOTO”.
18 Disc insertion block (P. 44)
25 Speaker (P. 58)
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26 Hand strap (P. 31)
18
27
34
28
29 30
35
36
27 FULL AUTO button (P. 74)
To switch the DVD video camera/recorder to
full automatic.
28 FOCUS button (P. 71)
To switch between manual focus and autofocus.
31
37
32
38
33
39
36 RESET button (P. 181)
To reset all settings to defaults (status when the
DVD video camera/recorder was shipped
from the factory)
37 PC connection terminal (TO PC)
38 Joystick (P. 37, 58, 87, 89)
29 EXPOSURE button (P. 73)
Press this button to adjust the exposure.
30 BLC (backlight compensation) button
(P. 51)
Press this button when subject is being lighted
from rear.
31 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 105)
Move the joystick to select a scene or menu
item, and then press the center (A) to play
back the scene, pause it, or designate an option
of the menu.
32 SELECT button (P. 108)
33 MENU button (P. 37, 88, 111)
Press this button to display the menu for setting
camera functions and Disc Navigation.
39 Stop/cancel button (P. 10, 58, 105)
To end playback or cancel setting of menu.
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34 DISPLAY (Screen display) button (P. 62)
Press this button to display the details of image
being played back or camera setting status, or
switch the display off.
35 Volume control buttons (VOL)/ S R buttons
(P. 58, 71, 73)
To adjust the volume of sound from speaker,
etc.
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REC
DIGITAL
ZOOM
ZOOM
40
46
41
T
W
42
47
43
48
49
50
DISC
NAVIGATION
DISPLAY
51
44
MENU SELECT DELETE
52
53
45
54
DZ-RM3W
40 REC button (P. 49, 50)
46 ZOOM T button (P. 56)
41 DIGITAL ZOOM button (P. 56)
47 ZOOM W button (P. 56)
42 Reverse skip button (P. 60)
48 Forward search button (P. 59)
43 Reverse search button (P. 59)
49 Play/pause button (P. 58)
44 DISC NAVIGATION button (P. 105)
50 Forward skip button (P. 60)
45 MENU button (P. 37, 90, 112)
51 DISPLAY button (P. 62)
52 Stop button (P. 10, 58, 107)
53 DELETE button (P. 111)
54 SELECT button (P. 108)
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* The buttons on remote control will function the same as those on DVD video camera/recorder.
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Try to Record and Play Back using Disc
(Video and Photo)
Before You Begin
• It is recommended that you use a DVD-RAM disc for trial recording, since
you can delete the recorded contents (P. 25).
You can record both videos and photos on DVD-RAM disc; only videos on DVD-R disc.
1 Connect a power supply (P. 43).
Power cable
1
2
4
3
AC adapter/charger
DC power cord
2 Insert a disc (P. 44).
1Press down the DISC EJECT button once and
release it.
3Insert the disc, in Round DVD Holder, into
the disc guide properly until it stops, and then
close the cover of disc insertion block.
DISC EJECT button
DISC EJECT
Disc cover
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2Gently open the cover until it stops.
PUSH CLOSE
portion
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3 Start recording (P. 49).
1Open the LCD monitor (P. 35).
3Press the REC button.
Recording will start.
Pressing the REC button again will stop
recording (O VIDEO).
Pressing REC will enable you to record one
photo (N PHOTO).
2While holding the gray switch at the center of
power switch, set the switch to “O VIDEO” or
“N PHOTO”. (“O VIDEO” only for DVD-R
disc)
Note:
• When using an unformatted disc, format (initialize) it on this DVD video camera/recorder.
If unformatted disc is inserted into this DVD video camera/recorder, a message will appear: Format the disc
following the instructions on screen (P. 45, 135). Initializing the DVD-RAM disc will erase all the recorded
contents: Make sure the contents on disc are not valuable before initializing the disc.
• See Check 1 on P. 163 if recording is not possible with “O VIDEO”.
• See Check 2 on P. 163 if recording is not possible with “N PHOTO”.
4 View the playback of recorded content on LCD monitor screen (P. 35).
1After recording is finished, press the A
button.
The recorded scene will be played back.
2Press the C button to stop playback.
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3
Try to Record and Play Back using Card (Photo)
Only photos can be recorded on card.
1 Connect a power supply (P. 43).
Power cable
1
2
4
3
DC power cord
AC adapter/charger
2 Insert a card (P. 47).
1Open the cover of card insertion block with
power turned off.
3Insert the card all the way until it locks, and
then close the cover of card insertion block.
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2Put in a card.
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3 Start recording (P. 50).
1Open the LCD monitor (P. 35).
3Press the REC button.
Pressing REC once will record one photo.
2While holding the gray switch at the center of
power switch, set the switch to “PPHOTO”.
Note:
See Check 2 on P. 163 if recording is not possible with “N PHOTO”.
4 View the playback of recorded content on LCD monitor screen (P. 35).
1Press the A button in recording pause
status: The recorded scene will be played
back.
2Press the C button to stop playback.
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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:
Media
Function
SD memory card/
MultiMediaCard
DVD-RAM disc
DVD-R disc
Recording movie
∴
∴
×
Recording still
∴
×
∴
Deleting recorded image
∴
×
∴
Editing on this DVD video
camera/recorder
∴
×
∴
Playback on DVD player
×*1
∴*2
×
Playback on DVD video
recorder
∴*3
∴*2
×*4
∴: Functions available; ×: Not available
*1: Can be played back on DVD players with the
mark.
*2: Must be finalized (see “Terminology”, P. 160) on this DVD video camera/recorder before DVD-R disc can be played
back on DVD player or DVD video recorder (see page 137). May not be playable on some DVD players or DVD video
recorders.
*3: Cannot be played back on a DVD video recorder that does not conform to 8 cm DVD-RAM disc.
*4: There are DVD video recorders that are compatible with SD memory card or MultiMediaCard.
AVAILABLE DISCS
Usable discs and logos
Shape
DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm)
In Round DVD
Holder
DVD-R
[for General Ver. 2.0 (8 cm)]
• The Round DVD Holder cannot be used on the following
DVD video camera/recorders:
- DZ-MV100A
- DZ-MV230A/200A
- DZ-MV270A
- Other DVD video camera/recorders that use square
type adapters.
• See page 26 for information on DVD-R disc.
Note:
• It is recommended that you use Hitachi Maxell discs,
since their compatibility with this DVD video camera/
recorder has been confirmed. Using a disc other than
those made by Hitachi Maxell may not allow the DVD
video camera/recorder to deliver optimum performance.
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This DVD video camera/recorder uses 8 cm DVDRAM discs and 8 cm DVD-R discs for camcorder
use.
Discs removed from Round DVD Holder cannot
be used on this DVD video camera/recorder: Use
them only in the holder. Do not insert a bare disc
removed from the holder into the DVD video
camera/recorder: It will not be removable.
INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC
You cannot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete
any recorded images or data.
For optimum 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 times.
●Finalizing DVD-R disc
Before using the 8 cm DVD-R disc provided on this
DVD video camera/recorder on a DVD player or
DVD video recorder that is compatible with 8 cm
DVD-R disc, the disc must be finalized on this
DVD video camera/recorder. For the finalizing
procedure of 8 cm DVD-R disc, refer to “Finalizing
DVD-R Disc (finalize disc)” (P. 137).
Note:
• When using an unformatted DVD-R disc, it is necessary
to format it on this DVD video camera/recorder (see
page 45).
• Do not insert a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD video
camera/recorder but not finalized, into a recordable
device, such as a DVD video recorder: The recorded
data may be damaged.
• DVD-R discs edited and finalized on PC or those
finalized on another DVD video recorder may not be
playable on this DVD video camera/recorder, depending
on the editing software used or recorded status of DVDR disc.
EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO
CAMERA/RECORDER:
•
•
•
•
•
•
DVD-RAM (2.6 GB) Ver. 1.0
DVD-R (3.9 GB) Ver. 1.0
DVD-R (4.7 GB) for Authoring Ver. 2.0
DVD-RW
DVD+RW
DVD+R
•
•
•
•
•
•
DVD-ROM
DVD-Video
CD-R
CD-RW
CD
LD
•
•
•
•
•
•
MO
MD
iD
Floppy disk
Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm
CD-ROM
Note:
Discs recorded on PC or DVD video recorder may not be playable on this DVD video camera/recorder: If so, message
“This disc cannot be used.” will appear. Also, blue thumbnails will appear (Fig. 1* on page 27), or normal playback will
not be possible.
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HANDLING DISCS
DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate
recording media. Carefully read the following
cautions and observe them:
• When using disc on this DVD video camera/
recorder, be sure to keep it in Round DVD
Holder.
• Always use a brand new disc when recording
important material.
• Be sure not to touch the disc
exposed portion, and be
careful that no dirt adheres to
it.
• If there is dust, scratch, dirt
Do not touch
on disc or if it is warped, the
following phenomena may occur:
− Block noise in playback
image
− Momentary stop of playback
image
− Sound interrupted during
playback, or abnormal
Block noise
sound
− Blue thumbnail
A l l Pr og r ams
0 01/ 006
display* (Fig.1)
− Disc cannot correctly
be recognized
− Disc cannot be
RAM
PLAY
initialized
− Delay between video
Fig. 1
*
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 environment where condensation is likely
to occur.
• When recording images,
A l l Pr ogr ams
001 / 002
the DVD video camera/
recorder may avoid the
portions of disc where
recording is not possible,
RAM
PLAY
due to dust, scratches, etc.
[It will pause m at such a (Recording one scene
may produce multiple
portion and
thumbnails.)
automatically restart
recording (n).]
This will cause recording to be interrupted for
several seconds to several minutes, and multiple
thumbnails will be created by one recording
session as shown above. In this case, the
recordable time on disc will decrease.
• Be careful when removing the disc since the
metal of removal slot of DVD video camera/
recorder, and disc itself, may be hot.
●Storing discs
• When storing disc, insert it in Round DVD
Holder into plastic case.
• 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.
Note:
• See page 82 when cleaning the removed disc.
• See page 81 for how to handle disc removed from Round
DVD Holder.
• See page 81 for how to set the disc removed from Round
DVD Holder or another disc correctly in Round DVD
Holder.
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●Using discs
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AVAILABLE CARDS
●Common cautions for disc and card
SD memory card
and MultiMediaCard
can be used on this
DVD video camera/
recorder.
●Handling card
• Do not use cards other than
the designated ones.
• Be sure to use a brand new
Card when recording vital
images.
• Do not touch the card
terminal or allow it to touch
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 prevention switch on SD
memory card is locked, no recording, deletion or
editing will be possible on the card.
Erasure prevention
switch
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Locked status
• 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 card may
be damaged or lost:
− Do not remove the card or turn DVD video
camera/recorder off during reading or
writing of data
− Do not use DVD video camera/recorder in a
place subject to static electricity or electrical
noise
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 ×
60 vertical to 4000 horizontal × 3000 vertical.
• DCF is an integrated image file format of digital
cameras: Image files can be used on all digital devices
conforming to DCF.
• 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.
Storage Capacity on Disc or Card
RECORDABLE TIME OF MOVIE (VIDEO)
The recordable time will vary depending on the video recording quality: See page 96 for the setting of
video recording quality.
Movie recordable time on one disc (on single side) (when recording only movies)
Recording quality
Disc used
DVD-RAM
DVD-R
Application
XTRA
Approx. 18 min *1
No recording possible
Very high quality
FINE
Approx. 30 min *2
Approx. 30 min *2
High quality
Approx. 60 min *3
Approx. 60 min *3
Standard quality
No recording possible
Approx. 30 min
Audio quality prioritized
STD
LPCM
*4
*1:Variable bit recording (recording of more than 18 minutes 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
*4:Linear PCM recording (see “Terminology”, P. 160) (If your DVD player does not conform to MPEG audio player 2,
record in LPCM mode)
Note:
• Audio in XTRA, FINE or STD mode is recorded in the MPEG audio layer 2 format, which is the option standard of DVD
video standard.
• No movie can be recorded on SD memory card or MultiMediaCard.
• Although the movie quality mode can be changed midway for recordings on DVD-RAM disc, it cannot be changed
on DVD-R disc once the mode has been decided.
• If you record in XTRA mode at high temperatures, the DVD video camera/recorder will get hot and the maximum
transfer rate will be limited to approx. 6 Mbps.
• 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.
RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) ON DISC
●Number of recordable stills on one side of disc: Up to 999
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If the disc still has free space after recording 999 stills on it, movies can also be recorded on it.
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RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) ON
CARD
The number of recordable stills will vary
depending on the recording quality: See page 97
for the setting of recording quality.
SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS
The pixel size of stills (JPEG) that can be recorded
on this DVD video camera/recorder is as follows:
Setting
Model
Camera input
External input
DZ-MV550A
640 × 480 pixels
640 × 480 pixels
DZ-MV580A
1,280 × 960 pixels 640 × 480 pixels
For DZ-MV550A
Recording quality
Capacity
FINE
NORM
ECO
8 MB
Approx. 45
Approx. 95
Approx. 190
16 MB
Approx. 100
Approx. 200
Approx. 400
32 MB
Approx. 220
Approx. 440
Approx. 880
64 MB
Approx. 440
Approx. 880
Approx. 1,760
128MB
Approx. 880
Approx. 1,760
Approx. 3,520
256 MB
Approx. 1,760
Approx. 3,520
Approx. 7,040
512 MB
Approx. 3,520
Approx. 7,040
Approx. 14,080
The following table shows the file size and quality
of one still (JPEG) recorded on card:
Quality
Recording quality
FINE
NORM
8 MB
Approx. 8
Approx. 14
Approx. 20
ECO
16 MB
Approx. 22
Approx. 35
Approx. 50
32 MB
Approx. 50
Approx. 80
Approx. 110
64 MB
Approx. 100
Approx. 160
Approx. 220
128MB
Approx. 200
Approx. 320
Approx. 440
256 MB
Approx. 400
Approx. 640
Approx. 880
512 MB
Approx. 800
Approx. 1,280
Approx. 1,760
(The numbers of recordable stills above are only for
reference)
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Note:
• Cards used on other devices can be used on this DVD
video camera/recorder.
• No movie or music data recorded on card can be
checked, viewed or heard on this DVD video camera/
recorder. In addition, no such a data file can be displayed
on this DVD video camera/recorder.
• Use the remaining display function to check the
remaining free space on disc before use. See “Verifying
Remaining Free Space on Disc or Card (Capacity)” on
page 134.
• Some still data recorded on this DVD video camera/
recorder may not be playable on another device.
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Application
FINE
Approx.
128 KB
Approx.
512 KB
When image
quality is
prioritized
NORM
Approx.
64 KB
Approx.
384 KB
Standard quality
ECO
Approx.
32 KB
Approx.
256 KB
When number of
stills is prioritized
(quality will be
slightly inferior)
For DZ-MV580A
Capacity
File size
DZ-MV550A DZ-MV580A
Although still images are recorded on DVD-RAM
disc only in the FINE mode, the quality mode can
be chosen when recording stills on card. (P. 97)
The file size of a photo recorded on DVD-RAM
disc in “N PHOTO” status is equal to or larger
than that recorded on card using the FINE quality
in “P PHOTO”.
* JPEG: Joint Photographic Experts Group.
JPEG is one of the photo image compression
standards. It is widely used in digital still cameras
since JPEG files can be used on ordinary PC. When
this DVD video camera/recorder records on
DVD-RAM disc in “N PHOTO” status, a JPEG
photo will be recorded, along with a photo that
conforms to the DVD video recording (DVD-VR)
format which is used to be output to TV
(see “Terminology”, P. 160). Only JPEG photos
will be recorded on SD memory card.
Note:
• No still can be recorded on DVD-R disc.
• Since the file size is restricted in all quality modes when
recording photos on card (P PHOTO), the quality of
photos on card may be inferior to those recorded on
DVD-RAM disc (N PHOTO).
Setups
This section explains preparations for recording - setting up the DVD video camera/recorder and
battery.
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 your hand in a position where you can easily operate the REC button and the Zoom lever.
Adjust the length of hand strap so that the DVD video camera/recorder is stable when you press the REC
button with your thumb.
Caution:
Do not lift the DVD video camera/recorder by
holding the viewfinder or LCD monitor: If the
viewfinder or LCD monitor comes off, the DVD video
camera/recorder will fall.
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Note:
Do not adjust the hand strap while holding the DVD video
camera/recorder: Doing this could cause the DVD video
camera/recorder to fall and be damaged.
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ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP
Be sure to pass through the 2 slots.
Pass the shoulder strap through
the shoulder strap attachments.
ATTACHING LENS CAP
1 Attach the shorter end of lens cap string to the
lens cap.
2 Attach the longer end of lens cap string to the
attachment hole of DVD video camera/
recorder.
Shorter end
Longer end
3 Push the both sides of cap inward and attach it
over the lens.
Push and fit
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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.
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INSERTING BATTERY INTO REMOTE CONTROL
Insert the provided lithium battery into remote control.
1 Slide the cover to remove it.
2 Insert the lithium battery with the positive R
terminal facing up.
3 Slide the cover to close it.
Note:
The life of lithium battery is approximately one year. If the
battery is discharged, no operation is possible with remote
control: Replace the battery.
Battery stopper
REMOVING BATTERY FROM REMOTE CONTROL
1 While pushing the battery stopper, slide the
battery out.
While pushing
battery stopper
Battery stopper
Note:
• Replace the battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony,
•
•
•
•
Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2025, or Duracell
DL2025. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire
or explosion.
Dispose of battery safely in accordance with local laws.
Do not dispose of in fire.
Do not short circuit the battery.
Do not hold the battery with the metallic tweezers.
Keep the battery in a dark, cool, dry place.
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Warning:
• KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND
PETS.
• IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT.
• BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF NOT HANDLED
PROPERLY. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE
OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE.
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●Using Remote Control
Point the remote control to the infrared receiver on the DVD video camera/recorder. The remote
controllable distance is up to 16 feet (5 m).
10˚
10˚
15˚
15˚
Infrared receiver
A
Note:
• When using the remote control, make sure that the
infrared receiver on DVD video camera/recorder is not
exposed to direct sunlight or any intense light. If the
infrared receiver is subject to light stronger than the
infrared light from remote control, the DVD video
camera/recorder cannot be operated by remote control.
• If there is an obstacle between the remote control and
infrared receiver on DVD video camera/recorder,
remote control may not be possible.
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• The DVD video camera/recorder uses the “VCR2”
remote control code of Hitachi VCRs. If you use a Hitachi
VCR, etc. with remote control code set to “VCR2”, a VCR
placed near the DVD video camera/recorder will also be
operated by the remote control: To prevent this, change
the remote control code of the VCR.
VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH VIEWFINDER
1 Pull out the viewfinder.
2 Turn the diopter control knob to adjust the
Diopter control
focus to suit your eyesight.
Note:
• If no image appears in viewfinder, refer to “Check 6” on
page 164.
• If the LCD monitor is open approximately 90°, the
viewfinder will be off.
• Focusing will not be correct unless the viewfinder is
pulled out.
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Pull out the finder until a
click is heard.
Viewfinder
VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR SCREEN
If you open the LCD monitor, you can monitor subject image on the LCD screen.
1 Open the LCD monitor.
The LCD monitor has a portion where you can
hook your finger. Hook the finger there to open
the monitor.
●Range where the LCD monitor can
be moved
The LCD monitor can be opened up to
approximately 90º.
If the LCD monitor is open 90°, it can be tilted with
the screen down as much as 90°, and can also be
tilted with screen up and turned up to 180° so the
screen faces in the same direction as the lens.
90°
Hook your finger
(Bottom)
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/right reversed).
Tilt the LCD monitor to adjust its vertical angle so
that you can see the screen easily.
90˚
180˚
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Note:
• If no image appears on LCD monitor screen, refer to
“Check 7” on page 164.
• Be sure to open the LCD monitor approximately 90º
before changing its vertical angle.
• Do not record for a prolonged time with the LCD monitor
turned approximately 180º 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.
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CLOSING LCD MONITOR
Before closing the LCD monitor, be sure to reset it
at right angles to the DVD video camera/recorder.
Replace the LCD monitor on the DVD video
camera/recorder with the LCD screen facing
inward until a click is heard.
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Note:
• Be sure to return the LCD monitor at right angles to the
DVD video camera/recorder before closing it or
replacing it on the DVD video camera/recorder with its
screen facing outside. If the LCD monitor is tilted, it
cannot be closed to the DVD video camera/recorder.
• If the LCD monitor is not securely locked to the DVD
video camera/recorder, no image will appear in the
viewfinder.
SETTING DATE AND TIME
Set the current date and time so that the date and time you make a recording can be recorded correctly.
The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set.
Tilt up/down and to left/
right to select, and then
press A to designate.
1 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on.
2 Press the MENU button.
3 Use the joystick to choose
“Date Setup” and then
“Date Set”.
Se t u p
Auto
Auto
On
40x
Of f
Of f
RAM
Da t e Mode
Da t e Se t
RETURN
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Mode
Da t e Se t
9 / 3 0 / 2004
8 : 00AM
RAM
ENTER RETURN
Tilt the joystick up or
down to select the
number for current date/time, and then repeat
step 5 to set the current date and time.
Note:
To stop date/time setting midway, press the C button.
Da t e Se t u p
ENTER
4 Tilt the joystick to right.
right to select the digit
you want to set in
sequence.
1 / 1 / 2004
12: 00AM
RAM
Da t e Se t u p
The figure for the month
Da t e Mode
Da t e Se t
1 / 1 / 2004
will be selected.
12: 00AM
[The digit that is
RAM
ENTER RETURN
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, tilt the joystick to
right to select the digit to be set. If you press the A
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.
6 After setting the current
date and time, press the
A button.
The screen for verifying
the set date will appear.
Da t e Se t
9 / 3 0 / 2004 8 : 0 0AM
Da t e s e t u p?
YES
ENTER
NO
RAM
7 If the displayed date and time are correct, use
the joystick to choose “YES”, and then press the
A button.
The date and time will be set, and the DVD
video camera/recorder will enter the recording
pause status.
Choosing “NO” will restore the menu screen.
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 3 months, and leave
them for at least 24 hours with the DVD video camera/
recorder turned off: The built-in battery will be charged.
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The menu screen will
appear.
Came r a F u nc t i on s
P r o g r am AE :
Wh i t e Ba l . :
EIS
:
D i g . Zo om :
M IC . F i l t e r :
16:9
:
ENTER RETURN
5 Tilt the joystick to left or
CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME
You can select one of three date display formats: month/day/year, day/month/year or year/month/
day. Associated with the selected date display, the time display format will also change as follows:
Date display format
Example of display
M/D/Y
5:00PM
9/30/2004
D/M/Y
17:00
30/9/2004
Y/M/D
PM5:00
2004/9/30
1 Press the MENU button.
3 Use the joystick to select
the desired date display
format, and then press
the A button.
The menu screen will appear.
2 Use the joystick to choose
“Date Mode” on the
“Date Setup” menu
screen, and then press
the A buttom.
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Mode
Da t e Se t
ENTER
RETURN
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Mode
Da t e Se t
D/M/ Y
ENTER RETURN
The menu screen for
setting date will be
restored, and the “Date Mode” has been
changed as you designated.
M/D/ Y
D/M/ Y
Y / M/ D
RAM
RAM
The options will appear
on the right of “Date Mode”: The Z mark will be
attached to the currently selected option.
4 Press the MENU button to switch off the menu
screen.
Note:
If the date display format has been changed, the display
format during playback as well as during recording will
also be changed (see page 52).
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Setting Up the Battery
The DZ-BP14S battery provided with this DVD video camera/recorder has not been charged at purchase
time: Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder.
Note:
• Be sure to use the DZ-BP14S, DZ-BP14SW (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-ACS1 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 battery.
3 Attach 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.
1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/
charger.
2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet.
The CHARGE indicator on AC adapter/
charger will light.
Battery
POWER
indicator
Power cable
CHARGE indicator
AC adapter/charger
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POWER and
CHARGE indicators
DC output terminal
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●Battery charged status
You can find out the charged status of battery by checking the CHARGE indicator on AC adapter/charger:
Charge status
CHARGE indicator
During charge
Lit
Charge complete
Goes out
Note:
See “Troubleshooting” on page 172 when the CHARGE indicator blinks.
●Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx. 25°C):
Approx. 165 minutes
The charge time will vary depending on the remaining power level of battery.
ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER
1 Fit the battery to the battery attachment
platform on this DVD video camera/recorder
and slide it upward until a click is heard.
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.
Terminal
must
face up.
REMOVING BATTERY
After using the DVD video camera/recorder, remove the battery from it.
1 Slide the BATTERY EJECT switch on the bottom
of DVD video camera/recorder, and hold it.
2 Slide the battery downward to remove it.
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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.
●Continuously 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 continuously
be used with a fully charged battery:
For DZ-MV550A
Video
quality
mode
XTRA*1
FINE
DVD-RAM disc
DVD-R disc
approx. 140 min
−
When using
approx. 120 min
LCD monitor
−
When using
viewfinder
When using
viewfinder
approx. 140 min approx. 135 min
When using
approx. 120 min approx. 115 min
LCD monitor
STD
When using
viewfinder
approx. 165 min approx. 160 min
When using
approx. 135 min approx. 130 min
LCD monitor
LPCM*2
When using
viewfinder
−
approx. 135 min
When using
LCD monitor
−
approx. 115 min
DVD-RAM disc
DVD-R disc
approx. 130 min
−
When using
approx. 110 min
LCD monitor
−
The reference for how long the DVD video
camera/recorder can actually be used will
be approx. 1/2 to 1/3 of the above time:
The continuously recordable time of DVD video
camera/recorder in the left table shows the time
available when the DVD video camera/recorder is
in the recording 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 are repeated at short intervals,
etc.).
Note that the battery discharges faster in cold
places.
●The time taken for charging the
battery is 165 minutes at 77ºF
(25ºC).
For DZ-MV580A
Video
quality
mode
XTRA*1
FINE
When using
viewfinder
When using
viewfinder
approx. 130 min approx. 125 min
When using
approx. 110 min approx. 105 min
LCD monitor
STD
When using
viewfinder
Note:
• See page 172 when charging is not possible.
• The charge time will vary depending on the battery
remaining level.
• During and after charging, 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.
approx. 150 min approx. 145 min
LPCM*2
When using
viewfinder
−
approx. 125 min
When using
LCD monitor
−
approx. 105 min
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When using
approx. 125 min approx. 120 min
LCD monitor
*1 The XTRA mode can be set only when a DVD-RAM
disc is used. The time is only for reference: It will vary
depending on recording contents.
*2 LPCM mode can be set only when DVD-R disc is used.
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BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR
When the battery is used to power the DVD video camera/recorder, the battery remaining level appears
in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows:
Fully charged
Nearly empty
(Blinks)
White portion shows remaining level
Note:
The remaining level indicator “w” may be displayed for an extended period, and “x” or “y” may be displayed
for a shorter period.
EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY
Charge battery immediately before using DVD
video camera/recorder:
The battery will slightly discharge even if it is
detached from the DVD video camera/recorder. If
the battery is left attached to DVD video camera/
recorder, 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.
However, since the battery used for this DVD
video camera/recorder is free from the memory
effect, you do not need to completely discharge the
battery before charging it.
When not using the DVD video camera/
recorder for an extended period:
It is recommended that you fully charge the
battery once a year, attach it to DVD video
camera/recorder and use it up; then remove the
battery and store it in a cool place again.
Store in cool, dark place:
When you are not using the DVD video camera/
recorder, remove the battery and store it in a cool,
dark place. If you store it in a place where the
temperature is high, the battery life will be
shortened. Be especially sure not to store the
battery in an environment (in a closed vehicle)
over 140°F (60°C): Neglecting this could damage
the battery. Also, do not store the battery in a place
which is too cold, such as in a refrigerator: Doing
so could cause condensation when using the DVD
video camera/recorder with the battery.
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.
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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 recording pause
battery power is consumed at the same level as
during recording.
If, 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 102.
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USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER
It is recommended that you use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/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-ACS1) to power the DVD video camera/recorder. Using other AC
adapter/chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire.
Power cable
AC adapter/charger
DC power cord
1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/
charger.
2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet.
3 Plug one end of DC power cord into the DC
output jack on AC adapter/charger.
4 Attach the other end of DC power cord to the
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battery attachment platform on DVD video
camera/recorder.
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Inserting and Removing Disc
INSERTING DISC
1 Press down the DISC EJECT button once and
release it.
Correct
orientation
Incorrect
orientation
A few moments after the ACCESS/PC
indicator blinks, the cover of disc insertion
block will open slightly.
2 Gently open the cover by hand until it stops.
3 Insert the disc, in Round DVD Holder, into the
disc guide until it stops.
Note that the recording/playback surface of
disc must face the inside of DVD video camera/
recorder. The orientation for inserting the disc
into the disc guide is also predetermined: Load
the disc correctly, referring to the figure below.
DISC EJECT
button
Incorrect orientation
4 Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on
the cover of disc insertion block, to close the
cover.
5 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on
(O VIDEO or N PHOTO).
Disc cover
When “DISC ACCESS” disappears, the DVD
video camera/recorder is ready for recording.
●Identifying recording/playback
sides of disc:
PUSH CLOSE
portion
• The disc exposed portion must face in the same
direction as the lens, as shown in figure.
• The recording/playback side must face the inside
(DVD video camera/recorder).
Single sided disc:
“SIDE A” mark
The recording/playback side
is opposite to the printed
label.
Double-sided disc:
The recording/playback side
of “SIDE A” is opposite to the
“SIDE A” marked side.
The recording/playback side The opposite side is
of “SIDE B” is the “SIDE A” the “SIDE A”
recording/playback
marked side.
side.
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Disc
guide
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●When using brand-new DVD-R disc
Recognition of the disc will
start.
The messages on the right
will appear in sequence by
pressing the A button
between messages.
When recording on
this DVD video
camera/recorder:
F o rma t D i s c
Disc is not formatted.
If it formats, it becomes
possible to use for camera.
NEXT
CANCEL
F o rma t D i s c
Howe ve r , when you r e c o r d
When final message
f r om PC connec t i on
“Format the disc now?”
terminal,
p l e a s e d o n o t f o rmat.
appears, choose “YES” and
NEXT
CANCEL
then press the A button.
The disc will be
automatically formatted.
When formatting is
complete, “DVD-R disc,
F o rma t D i s c
Video mode cannot be
changed” will appear (see
Format the disc now?
page 169): Press the A
YES
NO
button to erase the message.
ENTER
Once formatted, a DVD-R
disc can no longer be
changed to a disc for PC, even if it has not been
recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder.
Note:
See page 96 for movie quality mode.
When recording data from PC:
While the above messages are being displayed,
press the C button, or when message “Format the
disc now?” appears, choose “NO” and then press
the A button.
However, if data from PC has not yet been
recorded, the disc can be made usable on this DVD
video camera/recorder. When inserting the disc
into this DVD video camera/recorder, the same
message will appear: If you wish to use it on this
DVD video camera/recorder, choose “YES”.
Note:
Do not initialize a disc on which you wish to record data
created using the application (MyDVD) of PC.
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Note:
• Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless a charged
battery or AC adapter/charger is connected to the DVD
video camera/recorder.
• If a discharged battery is used, the disc cannot be
inserted or removed: Connect a charged battery or AC
adapter/charger to the DVD video camera/recorder.
• See page 82 for how to set disc in Round DVD Holder.
• If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to
“Check 4” on page 163.
• The disc insertion orientation is predetermined: Forcibly
inserting a disc in wrong orientation could damage the
DVD video camera/recorder or Round DVD Holder of
disc.
• If the disc is not correctly inserted, the cover will not
close. Never try to forcibly close the cover: This could
cause damage. Reinsert the disc properly.
• 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/playback side facing the inside. See
“Trouble Messages” on page 165.
• 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
in Round DVD Holder and insert it again for continued
use.
REMOVING DISC
1 Set the power switch to
“POWER OFF” to turn the
DVD video camera/
recorder off.
2 Press down the DISC EJECT
button once and release it.
In a moment, the cover of
disc insertion block will
open slightly.
DISC EJECT
3 Gently open the cover until
it stops.
When the cover is fully
open, the disc will slightly
come out from the disc
guide, and stop.
4 Remove the disc.
Hold the top of Round
DVD Holder as shown in
the illustration and
gently pull it out.
Note:
Be careful not to touch the
disc exposed portion when
removing the disc.
When grasping the
holder, avoid the disc
exposed portion.
5 Gently push the section
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indicated “PUSH CLOSE”
on the cover of disc
insertion block, to close the
cover.
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Note:
• Even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on,
the disc can be removed unless it is in recording status.
Hold down the DISC EJECT button for approximately 2
seconds, and then release it to remove the disc. (The
DISC EJECT indicator on the LCD screen will blink.) It is
recommended that you turn the DVD video camera/
recorder off before inserting or removing disc to prevent
misoperation.
• 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 or
DVD-R disc into the disc insertion block: Doing so could
cause malfunctions.
• Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD
video camera/recorder off.
• When inserting or removing the disc, be careful not to
touch the inside of DVD video camera/recorder
(especially, the lens of laser pickup (see “Terminology”,
P. 160)). Also, BE SURE NOT to look into the lens in laser
pickup: Doing so could damage your eyesight.
Inserting and Removing Card
1 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off.
2 Open the cover of card
insertion block.
Removing Card:
Push the center of card
edge.
The card will come out
so that it can be held by
fingers.
3 Inserting Card:
Insert card with its
terminal inward until it
locks.
4 Close the cover of card
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insertion block.
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Basic Techniques
This section explains about recording of movies and still images, and also basic settings on DVD video
camera/recorder.
Basic Handling of DVD Video Camera/Recorder
TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER ON AND OFF
While holding down the gray button at the center
of power switch, set the switch according to each
recording function:
Set to “N PHOTO”:
To record still on DVDRAM disc
Set to “O VIDEO”:
To record movie on DVDRAM or DVD-R disc
Set to “OFF”:
The DVD video camera/
recorder will turn off.
Set to “P PHOTO”:
To record still on SD
memory card or
MultiMediaCard
Power ON status
During playback, set the power switch to “O
VIDEO” or “N PHOTO” when using disc, or set it
to “P PHOTO” when using card.
Turn the switch while holding down the gray
button at the center of switch.
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 (DVD-RAM). However, if you remove the disc,
replace it, or if the date changes after power is turned on,
it will take some time for the DVD video camera/recorder
to start because it must recognize the disc again (see
page 163).
• Once you have recorded on DVD-R disc and the disc is
left in DVD video camera/recorder, you can immediately
start recording when turning the DVD video camera/
recorder on next time (DVD-R disc).
• It will take some time for the DVD video camera/recorder
to display the Disc navigation screen after power is
turned on.
• If you turn the DVD video camera/recorder on, the
ACCESS indicator will light or blink to show that the DVD
video camera/recorder is recognizing the disc or card:
During this time, no operation, such as recording, can be
performed.
After several seconds, the ACCESS indicator will go
out, and operating the DVD video camera/recorder will
be possible.
If the ACCESS indicator does not go out, refer to “Check
4” on page 163.
CARD ACCESS
indicator
ACCESS/PC
indicator
• When the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on, the
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Power switch
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self-diagnosis function will work and a message may
appear. In this case, refer to “Trouble Messages” on
page 165 and take corrective action.
• While the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit
or blinking, do not violently open or close the LCD
monitor.
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Recording Movie
• Insert a recordable DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc into this DVD video camera/
recorder.
• Sound is recorded from the stereo microphone on the
ACCESS/PC
Before You Begin
Pressing REC
once will start
recording;
pressing it
once again will
temporarily
stop recording.
indicator
•
•
•
Power switch
•
1 Turn the DVD camera/recorder on.
Set the power switch to “O VIDEO” to turn the
DVD video camera/recorder on.
After the ACCESS/PC indicator goes out,
perform the subsequent operation:
2 Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or
LCD).
If using the viewfinder, pull it out.
3 Press the REC button.
The “m” mark in the viewfinder or on the LCD
screen will change to the “n” mark, and
recording 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
recording pause status.
•
•
•
•
•
•
front of DVD video camera/recorder: Take care that this
microphone is not blocked.
You can press the REC button immediately after the
DVD video camera/recorder enters the recording pause
status, but no further recording can be made while
“DISC ACCESS” is being displayed.
Recording will restart after the message disappears.
Do not turn power off while message “DISC ACCESS” is
being displayed.
Take care that power is not interrupted while the
ACCESS/PC indicator is blinking.
The minimum recordable time of movie is approximately
3 seconds.
See page 103 for setting of Record LED (recording
indicator) On/Off.
For various functions available during recording, see
“Setting Up Camera Functions” on page 90.
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.
Each time the DVD video camera/recorder enters the
recording pause status, the counter display will be reset
to “0:00:00”.
When using DVD-R disc, do not perform the following, or
data on the disc may not be read:
- Using another device, doing additional recording on
DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD video camera/
recorder
- Using this DVD video camera/recorder, doing
additional recording on DVD-R disc recorded on
another device
- It is recommended that you set the LOCK switch to
(to the left) to prevent the power switch in the “O
VIDEO” position from accidentally moving to“N
PHOTO”.
4 When recording is finished, turn the DVD
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video camera/recorder off.
Note:
• See “Check 1” on page 163 when recording movie is not
possible.
• See “Check 4” on page 163 if it takes some time before
recording is possible.
• See “Check 5” on page 164 if the DVD video camera/
recorder does not operate.
• See page 52 for on-screen information display.
• It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from
which recorded contents can be deleted.
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Recording Stills
Note:
Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM disc
and card.
CARD
ACCESS
indicator
ACCESS/PC
indicator
Power switch
1 Turn the DVD camera/recorder on.
When using DVD-RAM disc:
Set the power switch to “N PHOTO”.
When using card:
Set the power switch to “P PHOTO”.
After the ACCESS indicator goes out, perform
the subsequent operation:
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2 Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or
LCD).
3 Press the REC button.
The DVD video camera/recorder
automatically focuses on the subject at the
center of screen (when auto focus is selected).
The screen will be black, and then the recorded
still will be displayed. When the “m” 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.
4 Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn
the DVD video camera/recorder off.
Turn power off only after message “DISC
ACCESS” disappears.
Note:
• See “SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS” on page 30 for
details of photos on card.
• See “Check 2” on page 163 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.
• 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.
• With DZ-MV580A, the range of screen in which
recording is possible will be different for movie and still.
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Compensating for Backlight
When subject is lighted from rear, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too
dark.
1 Press the BLC button during recording.
0:00:00
REM 3 0 MIN
Backlight correction icon
FINE
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4
The backlight correction icon will appear.
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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.
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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.
e 2.
k 3.
n 4.
o 5.
m 6.
p 7. Microphone filter
Program AE
White balance
EIS
Manual Focus
Backlight compensation
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
16:9 mode
Video flash
Self-timer
External Input
Recording status
1. Recording mode
REC
L IN
0:00:00
1 0 REM 3 0 MIN
FULL AUTO
13. Zoom
Exposure correction
FULL AUTO indicator
Warning message
14. Disc/Card type
15. Movie
Recording quality
DISC ACCESS
FINE
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4
The above screen is an example for explanation:
It is different from the actual display.
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Movie recording
time
16. Remaining space
on disc/card
17. Remaining
battery level
18. Brightness/Color
density of LCD
screen or Volume
Current date/time
1. Recording mode (P. 49, 50, 98)
BDC
BE
C
:
:
:
:
Movie
Still
External input still (field)
External input still (frame)
2. Program AE (only in movie recording mode)
(P.90)
No display:
b
:
c
:
d
:
e
:
f
:
9. Video flash*3 [when Video Flash (sold
separately) is attached] (only in still recording
mode) (P.75)
No display: Emits light automatically
Auto
Sports
Portrait
Spotlight
Sand & Snow
Low Light
3. White balance (P.91)
No display:
h
:
i
:
j
:
k
:
No display: 16:9 mode OFF
: 16:9 mode ON
Auto
Set
Outdoor
Indoor1
Indoor2
4. Electronic image stabilizer (EIS)*1 (P.93)
No display: EIS OFF
n
: EIS ON
5. Manual focus (P.71)
No display: Autofocus
o
: (display in English or German):
Manual focus
: (display in French or Italian):
Manual focus
: (display in Spanish): Manual focus
: Always emits light
: No light emission
10. Self-timer (only in still recording mode) (P.99)
No display: Self-timer OFF
q
: Self-timer ON (count is from 10
seconds)
11. External Input (P.98)
L IN
S IN*3
: AV input
: S-VIDEO input
12. Recording status
n
m
: During recording
: During recording pause
No display*4
13. Zoom (P.56)
W
(Digital Zoom: Off)
X
(Digital Zoom: 40×)
Y
(Digital Zoom: 500× (DZ-MV550A),
240× (DZ-MV580A), only in movie
recording mode)
6. Backlight compensation (P.51)
No display: Backlight compensation OFF
m
: Backlight compensation ON
7. Microphone filter (only in movie recording
mode) (P.93)
No display: Microphone filter OFF
p
: Microphone filter ON
14. Disc/Card type
I
K
J
M
N
O
P
:
:
:
:
DVD-RAM
DVD-R
DVD-RAM (write-protected)
DVD-R disc already finalized on this
DVD video camera/recorder
: DVD-R disc finalized on a device
other than this DVD video camera/
recorder
: SD memory card or
MultiMediaCard
: Locked SD memory card
No display*5
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G
N
8. 16:9 mode*2 (P.94)
15. Movie recording quality
16. Remaining space on disc/card*6
(only when using disc) (P.96)
XTRA
LPCM
FINE
STD
: Best quality (only when using DVDRAM disc)
: Best audio quality (only when using
DVD-R disc)
: High quality
: Standard quality
REM XX MIN*7 : Remaining recordable
minutes during movie
recording
REM XX*8
: Number of remaining
recordable still images during
still recording
17. Remaining battery level (P.42)
Still recording quality
(only when using card) (P.97)
FINE
NORM
ECO
: High quality
: Standard quality
: Number of recordable stills is
prioritized
w(full charge)
x
y
z(low remaining charge)
18. Brightness/Color density of LCD screen or
Volume (P. 58, 101)
:
The volume can be adjusted during external
input and playback.
*1
*2
*3
*4
*5
*6
*7
*8
EIS cannot be used when recording stills on DZ-MV580A.
Not displayed on DZ-MV550A. Displayed on DZ-MV580A only when a DVD-RAM disc is used in the movie
recording mode.
Not displayed on DZ-MV550A.
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.
When a disc or card that cannot be used in this DVD video camera/recorder is inserted
No remaining time or number will be displayed with a protected disc or locked card, or finalized DVD-R disc.
In XTRA mode, possible recording time may be longer than the displayed time.
The displayed number of recordable stills is for reference: This number may not decrease, depending on the
recording conditions (not displayed with a DVD-R disc).
●Switching the information display mode
You can switch the display mode of on-screen information:
Press the DISPLAY button.
The full and minimum display modes will alternate.
• Full display mode: All types of information will appear.
• Minimum display mode: The recording mode (see 1 on page
52) and recording status (see 12 on page 52) will appear. If the
DVD video camera/recorder has warning information, a warning message will appear.
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Note:
The DVD video camera/recorder does not record the date and time as a part of image. However, this information during
recording will be recorded with image as data which can be checked on Disc Navigation screen during playback (see
“Information Display During Playback” on page 62).
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●Display when recording an image of yourself
When recording with the LCD screen facing the same direction as the lens,
the operating status will appear, and in addition, the battery remaining level
will blink when the battery has almost no remaining charge.
The following operating status indicator will light or blink to give warning
message to user. The message can be checked when returning the LCD
monitor 180° to the original status from the status in which the LCD screen
was facing the same direction as the lens.
No warning/message (see page 52) will appear when recording with the LCD screen facing the same
direction as the lens.
Instead, 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.
Screen
display
symbol
Q
Description
• A write-protected disc is loaded.
• A locked card is loaded.
Operating status/
warning message
Battery remaining
level
• An unusable card is loaded.
N
• An attempt to record a still is being made with a
DVD-R disc used.
• An unusable disc is loaded.
k
• The remaining capacity on disc is approaching 0.
l
• The remaining capacity on disc or card is
approaching 0.
• There is no remaining capacity on disc or card.
• An attempt to record a copy-guarded image is
being made.
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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.
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Zooming
If you continue to hold the zoom lever on the “T”
control side with Dig. Zoom 40x or 240x specified,
the digital zoom will be activated midway (when
optical 18-power is exceeded on DZ-MV550A or
optical 10-power is exceeded on DZ-MV580A).
You can zoom up to 500-power on DZ-MV550A;
up to 240-power on DZ-MV580A.
W: recording wide area
(wide-angle)
T: recording enlarged
image (telephoto)
1 Press the MENU button,
choose “Dig. Zoom” on
the “Camera Functions
Setup” menu screen, and
then press the A
button.
Came r a F u nc t i on s Se t u p
P r o g r am AE
Wh i t e Ba l .
EIS
D i g . Zo om
240x
40x
M IC . F i l t e r
Of f
RAM
ENTER RETURN
*
2 Choose the desired
magnification, and then press the A button.
3 Press the MENU button to end the setting.
Moving the zoom lever will display the digital
zoom bar.
0:00:00
REM 3 0 MIN
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4
FINE
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When Dig. Zoom is "Off"
W
T
When Dig. Zoom is "On"(40x)
W
T
Digital zoom range
When Dig. Zoom is "On"(240x)
(only in movie recording)
T
W
*
Digital zoom range
* 500x will appear on DZ-MV550A; 240x will
appear on DZ-MV580A.
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Note:
• The digital zoom setting will be stored in memory even
if the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.
• You can also use the DIGITAL ZOOM button on remote
control to switch the digital zoom setting: Pressing the
button during movie recording will switch the setting
between “Off”, “40×” and “500x” (on DZ-MV550A) or
“240x” (on DZ-MV580A): Pressing the button during still
recording will switch between “Off” and “40×”.
• If you set zoom to 500× (DZ-MV550A), 240× (DZMV580A) when recording still, the digital zoom will be up
to 40×.
• When a subject is zoomed, it may be momentarily out of
focus.
• When digital zoom is engaged, the image quality will be
rougher.
MACRO RECORDING
Use the macro function when recording a small object from close-up position: You can shoot the subject
as close as approximately 13/16” (2 cm) from the lens surface, magnifying the image to fill the screen.
1 Aim the DVD video camera/recorder at the
subject, and press down 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 tele-conversion lens or wide-conversion lens with a filter diameter of 37 mm and thread pitch of 0.75
mm, to record subjects for stronger telephoto or wide-angle effect.
1 Remove the lens hood from DVD video
camera/recorder.
2 Remove the cap of conversion lens, and screw
the lens into the filter thread of DVD video
camera/recorder until it stops.
Lens hood
Conversion lens
(Remove)
(Attach)
• Tele-conversion lens (DZ-TL1): For stronger telephoto effect
• Wide-conversion lens (DZ-WL1): For stronger wide-angle effect
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Note:
• Be careful not to lose the removed lens hood.
• With DZ-TL1 tele-conversion lens, the focusing range at
“T” (telephoto) control side is between approx. 5 m and
infinite.
• When a conversion lens is attached, note that if you
zoom in on a subject, vignetting will slightly occur on the
“W” (wide-angle) control side (the four corners of screen
will be dim).
• When replacing the lens, take care not to drop the DVD
video camera/recorder.
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Playing Back
Before You Begin
• Insert a disc or card recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder (P. 49,
50).
• Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on (P. 48).
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PLAYING BACK
Tilt up/down and to left/
right to select, and then
press A to designate.
1 Press A 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. (For “scene”,
see P. 105 and “Terminology”, P. 160.)
When playback is finished, the DVD video
camera/recorder 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.
2 Press the C button.
Playback will stop, and recording pause status
will be restored.
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Note:
• If the LCD monitor is open during playback of movie,
playback sound will be heard from the speaker. Adjust
the sound volume using the volume control buttons (S,
R).
• To temporarily stop playback, press the A button.
Press the A 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 or certain types of image data
may not appear on this DVD video camera/recorder.
• Image data recorded on another camcorder may not be
playable 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.
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PLAYBACK FROM START OF DISC OR CARD
Use the Go To function (P. 61) or Disc Navigation
function (P. 105) to play back from the start of disc
or card.
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SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE
During playback, tilt the joystick to right or left
and hold it: Search playback will start.
Hold to right
: Scenes will be visually
scanned forward
Hold to left
: Scenes will be visually
scanned backward
Release the joystick when you find the desired
image: Normal playback will start from that point.
Note:
• When you skip or search scenes from playback or
playback pause, the screen will be dark briefly.
• See page 163 if search playback does not operate
normally.
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FRAME ADVANCE/FRAME BACK/SLOW PLAYBACK OF MOVIE
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 second
Frame back and reverse slow: Approx. 0.5 second
• No sound will be heard during search playback or slow
playback.
English
During playback pause, tilt the joystick: Frame
advance, frame back or slow playback will start.
Tilt to right once
: Picture will advance
one frame.
Tilt to left once
: Picture will go back
one frame.
Hold to right
: Forward slow playback
Hold to left
: Reverse slow playback
After frame advance, frame back or slow
playback, the DVD video camera/recorder will
enter the playback pause status.
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SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE
During playback, tilt the joystick up or down to
locate the start of desired scene.
Tilt down once : To skip to the first image of the
scene following the one being
played back, and start
playback.
Tilt up once
: To return to the first image of
the scene being played back,
and start playback.
Hold down
: To continuously locate the
beginnings of scenes, starting
from the scene following the
scene being played back.
When the desired image
appears, release the joystick:
Playback will start from that
point.
Hold up
: To continuously locate the
beginnings of scenes
backward, starting from the
scene preceding the scene
currently being played back.
When the desired image
appears, release the joystick:
Playback will start from that
point.
Portion being played back
Tilt up twice
Scene 1
Tilt up once
Tilt down once
Scene 2
Tilt down twice
Scene 3
Portion being played back
Tilt up once
Scene 1
Tilt down once
Scene 2
Tilt down twice
Scene 3
Tilting up the joystick 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.
• Tilting down in the last scene on disc will set the DVD
video camera/recorder to the playback pause status at
the last image.
• See “Check 3” on page 163 if skip playback does not
operate normally.
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PLAYING BACK STILLS
Tilt the joystick up or down during playback to
quickly play back stills in sequence.
Tilt down once : To display stills one by one
forward
Tilt up once
: To display stills one by one
backward
English
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[When using disc]
Releasing the joystick will start continuous
playback.
[When using card]
When the joystick is released, the photo at that
point will be displayed, and then the DVD video
camera/recorder will enter the playback pause
status.
Set the slide show function for continuous display
(P. 139).
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JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO)
1 Press the MENU button
Top
Go T o
during playback.
To p
En d
Spec i f y
2 Choose the option (point
you want to go to), and
then press the A
button.
ENTER
RETURN
RAM
: 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.
●Specifying the point to view
1 Choose “Specify” in step 2 above, and then
3 Press the A button to enter the selection.
press the A button.
The screen for specifying the point to go to will
appear.
Position of currently
played back image
Total recording time of
all selected scenes
To cancel the “Go To” procedure midway, press the
C button before going to the specified point.
Go t o
Cursor
TOP
CURRENT
END
0 : 00 : 00
0 : 03: 26
0 : 24 : 24
GO TO 0 : 03: 26
TOP END ENTER
CANCEL
Cursor position
2 Use the joystick to select the desired time of
chosen point.
Tilt up
Tilt down
Tilt to left or right
·Press once:
·Hold down:
The DVD video camera/recorder will go to the
specified point and enter the playback pause
status.
Pressing A again will start playback.
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. 133).
• 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 not move at same-pitch intervals.
: To select the start.
: To select the end.
:
To move the cursor in 10second units (1-still units
for card)
To move the cursor in 1minute units (10-still
units for card)
TOP
CURRENT
END
0 : 00 : 00
0 : 03: 26
0 : 24 : 24
GO TO 0 : 00 : 00
TOP END ENTER
English
Go t o
CANCEL
(When the start of scene is selected)
Cursor at current image position.
Cursor at (GO TO) position.
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On-Screen Information Display
INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING PLAYBACK
Various types of information on recording will be superimposed on playback image you are viewing.
No display
Playback information
display
●Switching the information display
mode
Press the DISPLAY button: You can switch the
display mode of on-screen information.
When using disc:
Recording mode*1
Scene No.
06
006
Repeat play*5
RAM
0 : 00 : 1 6
Playback
operation*6
Counter
Disc type*4
Program No. or Play List No.*3
Program or Play List*2
When using card:
Scene No. File name
English
003
Recording mode*1
Lock*5
DPOF*5
Slide Show*5
100—0003
Playback operation*6
Recording date/time
*1 O
(VIDEO) or N (PHOTO); Only N (PHOTO)
with card.
*2 678 Program or 12345 Play List
*3 Number of program or play list being played
back (not displayed when all programs are being
played back)
*4 Refer to “Disc/Card type” on page 53.
*5Y
:Will appear when each function is specified
“On”
*6 a
: Standard playback
b : Playback pause
c : Forward search playback
d : Reverse search playback
e : Forward skip playback
f : Reverse skip playback
g : Forward frame advance
h : Reverse frame back
Refer to “Playing Back” beginning on page 58
for how to operate.
The “j” mark will appear on the first image on
disc.
The “i” mark will appear on the last image on
disc.
• Recording date/time display: Shows the date/
time when recording was started. Even when
playback starts, the date/time display will not
advance.
• No display: No information will appear.
However, when the mode of playback operation
is switched, the symbol will appear for approx.
3 seconds.
Note:
See “Using Disc Navigation” on page 105 and later for
explanation on program and play list.
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Checking Flow of Quick Mode
The following two on-screen menu modes are available with this DVD video camera/recorder:
• Quick mode: To display only the fundamental menu items for first timers
• Advanced mode: To display all menu items for experts (P.87)
Camera Functions
Set the QUICK MODE switch to
ON, and then, while the camera image is being displayed on the
LCD monitor, press the MENU button: The menu of Quick mode will appear.
Only the fundamental menu items will appear in the Quick mode, and the explanation of the function
on which the cursor is positioned will be displayed across the bottom of menu (No explanation on
function will appear in the Advanced mode.).
Tilt the joystick up, down, to left or right to select a menu item, and then press the A button to choose
the option.
See page 89 for how to set the menu.
No menu appears during recording.
1 Set the QUICK MODE switch to
ON.
2 Press the MENU button.
Display of selected
setup item
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
V I DEO M o d e
F I NE
I npu t Sou r c e
Options settable
Selection of setup items
T : Record Functions
S e l e c t t h e m o v i e q u a l i t y.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
Display of disc or card
being used (P. 52)
Guide display
Functions settable
Explanation on function
English
Setup
U : Date Setup
W : Initial Setup
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FLOW OF QUICK MODE WHEN RECORDING MOVIE:
The following shows the menu when DVD-RAM disc is being used:
The details of each function are described on the pages showing the Advanced mode: See each reference page.
●Record Functions Setup
(P. 96)
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
V I DEO Mo d e
: F I NE
I n p u t S o u r c e : CAMERA
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
V I DEO Mo d e
F I NE
I npu t Sou r c e
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
V I DEO Mo d e
X TRA
I npu t Sou r c e
F I NE
S TD
S e l e c t t h e mo v i e q u a l i t y.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
ENT ER
RE TURN
F i n e I ma g e Qu a l i t y.
RAM
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
(P. 98)
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
V I DEO Mo d e
I n p u t S o u r c e CAMERA
S e l e c t t h e r e c e i v i n g i ma g e.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
V I DEO Mo d e
I npu t Sou r c e
CAMERA
L I NE
S L I NE
U s u a l l y s e l e c t t h i s o p t i o n.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
* Displayed on DZ-MV580A
only.
●Date Setup
(P. 37)
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Se t
ENT ER
RE TURN
Da t e Se t
RAM
9 / 30 / 2004
8 : 0 0 AM
Se t t he c u r r en t da t e and
t i me.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
●Initial Setup
(P. 102)
I n i t i a l Se t up
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
: On
Language : Eng l i s h
D emo Mo d e : A u t o
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
On
Language
D emo Mo d e
Se l e c t t he ope r a t i ng s ound
On / O f f .
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
Beep
Language
D emo Mo d e
B e e p i s h e a r d.
ENT ER
RE TURN
On
Of f
RAM
(P. 103)
I n i t i a l Se t up
I n i t i a l Se t up
English
Beep
Language
Eng l i s h
D e mo Mo d e
C h a n g e t h e l a n g u a g e d i s p l a y.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
Beep
Language
D emo Mo d e
Ch a n g e t h e l a n g u
ENT ER
RE TURN
Eng l i s h
Fr ança i s
Españo l
De u t s c h
I t a l i ano
RAM
(P. 159)
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Language
Au t o
D emo Mo d e
S e l e c t d e m o n s t r a t i o n mo d e
s e t t i n g.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
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I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Au t o
Language
Of f
Star t
D e mo Mo d e
S t a r t d emo n s t r a t i o n a f t e r
a p p r o x. 3 m i n u t e s.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
*
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FLOW OF QUICK MODE WHEN RECORDING PHOTO (DISC):
The following shows the menu when DVD-RAM disc is being used:
The details of each function are described on pages showing the Advanced mode: See each reference page.
●Record Functions Setup
(P. 98)
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
I n p u t S o u r c e : CAMERA
S e l f T i me r
: Of f
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
I n p u t S o u r c e CAMERA
S e l f T i me r
S e l e c t t h e r e c e i v i n g i ma g e.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
I npu t Sou r c e
CAMERA
S e l f T i me r
L I NE
S L I NE
U s u a l l y s e l e c t t h i s o p t i o n.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
(P. 99)
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
I npu t Sou r c e
On
S e l f T i me r
Of f
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
I npu t Sou r c e
Of f
S e l f T i me r
S e l e c t t h e s e l f t i me r .
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
C a n c e l t h e s e l f t i me r
r e c o r d i n g.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
●Date Setup
(P. 37)
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Se t
ENT ER
RE TURN
Da t e Se t
RAM
9 / 30 / 2004
8 : 0 0 AM
Se t t he c u r r en t da t e and
t i me.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
●Initial Setup
(P. 102)
I n i t i a l Se t up
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
: On
Language : Eng l i s h
D emo Mo d e : A u t o
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
On
Language
D emo Mo d e
Se l e c t t he ope r a t i ng s ound
On / O f f .
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
Beep
Language
D emo Mo d e
B e e p i s h e a r d.
ENT ER
RE TURN
On
Of f
RAM
(P. 103)
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Language
Eng l i s h
D emo Mo d e
C h a n g e t he l a n g u a g e d i s p l a y.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
Beep
Language
D emo Mo d e
Ch a n g e t h e l a n g u
ENT ER
RE TURN
Eng l i s h
Fr ança i s
Españo l
De u t s c h
I t a l i ano
English
I n i t i a l Se t up
RAM
(P. 159)
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Language
Au t o
D emo Mo d e
S e l e c t d e m o n s t r a t i o n mo d e
s e t t i n g.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Au t o
Language
Of f
Star t
D emo Mo d e
S t a r t d emo n s t r a t i o n a f t e r
a p p r o x. 3 m i n u t e s.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
Note:
No photo can be recorded on DVD-R disc.
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3
FLOW OF QUICK MODE WHEN RECORDING PHOTO (CARD):
The details of each function are described on pages showing the Advanced mode: See each reference
page.
●Record Functions Setup
(P. 97)
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s
Qu a l i t y
I npu t Sou r c e
Se l f T i me r
Se t up
: F I NE
: CAMERA
: Of f
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
Qu a l i t y
F I NE
I npu t Sou r c e
Se l f T i me r
S e l e c t t h e p h o t o q u a l i t y.
ENT ER
RE TURN
ENT ER
RE TURN
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
Qu a l i t y
F I NE
I npu t Sou r c e
NORM
S e l f T i me r
ECO
F i n e I ma g e Qu a l i t y.
ENT ER
RE TURN
(P. 98)
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
Qu a l i t y
I n p u t S o u r c e CAMERA
S e l f T i me r
S e l e c t t h e r e c e i v i n g i ma g e.
ENT ER
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
Qu a l i t y
I npu t Sou r c e
CAMERA
L I NE
S e l f T i me r
S L I NE
U s u a l l y s e l e c t t h i s o p t i o n.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RE TURN
(P. 99)
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
Qu a l i t y
I npu t Sou r c e
Of f
S e l f T i me r
S e l e c t t h e s e l f t i me r .
ENT ER
RE TURN
●Date Setup
(P. 37)
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Se t
ENT ER
English
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RE TURN
Da t e Se t u p
Da t e Se t
9 / 30 / 2004
8 : 0 0 AM
Se t t he c u r r en t da t e and
t i me.
ENT ER RE TURN
Re c o r d Fu n c t i o n s Se t u p
Qu a l i t y
I npu t Sou r c e
On
S e l f T i me r
Of f
Ca n c e l t h e s e l f t i me r
r e c o r d i n g.
ENT ER RE TURN
●Initial Setup
(P. 102)
Beep
: On
Language : Eng l i s h
D emo Mo d e : A u t o
ENT ER
RE TURN
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
OnOn
Language
D emo Mo d e
Se l e c t t he ope r a t i ng s ound
On / O f f .
ENT ER RE TURN
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Language
D emo Mo d e
B e e p i s h e a r d.
ENT ER
On
Of f
RE TURN
(P. 103)
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Language
Eng l i s h
D emo Mo d e
C h a n g e t h e l a n g u a g e d i s p l a y.
ENT ER
RE TURN
I n i t i a l Se t up
Beep
Language
D emo Mo d e
Ch a n g e t h e l a n g u
ENT ER
Eng l i s h
Fr ança i s
Españo l
De u t s c h
I t a l i ano
RE TURN
(P. 159)
I n i t i a l Se t up
Eng l i s h
Beep
Language
Au t o
D emo Mo d e
S e l e c t d e m o n s t r a t i o n mo d e
s e t t i n g.
ENT ER RE TURN
I n i t i a l Se t up
Eng l i s h
Beep
Au t o
Language
Of f
Star t
D emo Mo d e
S t a r t d emo n s t r a t i o n a f t e r
a p p r o x. 3 m i n u t e s.
ENT ER RE TURN
English
I n i t i a l Se t up
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Disc Navigation Functions
Set the QUICK MODE switch to
ON, and then, while Disc Navigation screen is being displayed
on the LCD monitor, press the MENU button: The menu of Quick mode will appear.
Only the fundamental menu items will appear in the Quick mode, and the explanation of the function
on which the cursor is positioned will be displayed across the bottom of menu (except during recording).
1 Set the QUICK MODE switch to
ON.
2 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
3 Select a scene, and then press the MENU
button.
1
FLOW OF QUICK MODE (WITH DVD-RAM DISC):
The details of each function are described on pages showing the Advanced mode: See each reference
page.
●Scene
(P. 111)
Scene
ETC
Scene
De l e t e
Ed i t
Co p y
ETC
De l e t e
Ed i t
Co p y
D e l e t e s e l e c t e d s c e n e.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
(P. 115)
Scene
ETC
Scene
De l e t e
Ed i t
Co p y
Fade
ETC
E d i t s c e n e s.
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
(P. 118)
Scene
ETC
De l e t e
Ed i t
Co p y
Co p y t h e s e l e c t e d p h o t o
t o c a r d.
ENT ER RE TURN
English
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RAM
De l e t e
Ed i t
Co p y
Fade
Add f ad i ng to t he beg i nn i ng
a n d / o r e n d o f s c e n e.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
●Disc
(P. 134)
Di sc
Di sc
Ca p a c i t y
Ca p a c i t y
ETC
ETC
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
S h o w r e ma i n i n g f r e e s p a c e
o n d i s c.
ENT ER RE TURN
RAM
●Others
(P. 138)
Ot he r s
ETC
Ot he r s
Re p e a t P l a y : O f f
ENT ER
RE TURN
ETC
RAM
Ot he r s
Re p e a t P l a y
Of f
Se l e c t t he r epea t p l a y
s e t t i n g.
ENT ER RE TURN
ETC
Re p e a t P l a y
On
Of f
C a n c e l r e p e a t p l a y.
RAM
ENT ER
RE TURN
RAM
2
FLOW OF QUICK MODE (WITH DVD-R DISC):
The details of each function are described on pages showing the Advanced mode: See each reference
page.
●Disc
(P. 134)
Di sc
ETC
Di sc
Ca p a c i t y
F i na l i ze Di sc
ENT ER
RE TURN
ETC
R
Ca p a c i t y
F i na l i ze Di sc
S h o w r ema i n i n g f r e e s p a c e
o n d i s c.
ENT ER RE TURN
R
(P. 137)
Di sc
ETC
Ca p a c i t y
F i na l i ze Di sc
F i n a l i z e DVD - R d i s c.
ENT ER
RE TURN
R
●Others
(P. 138)
ETC
Ot he r s
Re p e a t P l a y : O f f
ENT ER
RE TURN
ETC
R
Ot he r s
Re p e a t P l a y
Of f
Se l e c t t he r epea t p l a y
s e t t i n g.
ENT ER RE TURN
ETC
Re p e a t P l a y
On
Of f
English
Ot he r s
C a n c e l r e p e a t p l a y.
R
ENT ER
RE TURN
R
Note:
The menu item “Capacity” or “Finalize Disc” will not appear with a finalized DVD-R disc.
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3
FLOW OF QUICK MODE (WITH CARD):
The details of each function are described on pages showing the Advanced mode: See each reference
page.
(P. 111)
Scene
Scene
De l e t e
De l e t e
D e l e t e s e l e c t e d p h o t o.
ENT ER
RE TURN
ENT ER
RE TURN
(P. 134)
Ca r d
Ca r d
Ca p a c i t y
ENT ER
RE TURN
Ca p a c i t y
S h o w r ema i n i n g f r e e s p a c e
o n c a r d.
ENT ER RE TURN
(P. 139)
S l i d e Sh ow
S l i d e Sh ow
Al l
Al l
S l i d e p l a y a l l s c e n e s.
ENT ER
English
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RE TURN
ENT ER
RE TURN
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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 (auto-focus), 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 3.6 feet (1 m) from lens surface to infinity
• On W (wide) side: approximately 13/16" (2 cm) from lens surface to infinity
1 Press the FOCUS button during recording.
“MF” will appear on the screen.
0:00:00
REM 3 0 MIN
Manual Focus icon
FINE
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4
2 Press the zoom lever down to “T” control side to
3 Use the S R buttons to adjust the focus, while
viewing the image in the viewfinder or on the
LCD screen.
Adjust with S and
R 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.
English
zoom in on subject.
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Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically focused (see page 71):
English
72
Objects not in
the center of
screen
Objects with
little variation
in brightness,
such as white
wall
Objects that
are far and
near at the
same time
Objects
moving rapidly
Objects lit by
neon sign,
spotlight, etc.
which glares or
emits strong
light
Dark objects
Object behind
glass with
water droplets,
dirt on it
Night view
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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.
1 Press the EXPOSURE button during recording.
The exposure indicator will appear on the
screen.
FINE
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4
2 Use the S R buttons to adjust the exposure,
while viewing the image in the viewfinder or on
the LCD screen.
Adjust with S and R 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.
English
0:00:00
REM 3 0 MIN
Exposure indicator
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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:
Function
When setting
full auto
Reference
page
Backlight
compensation
Off
51
Focus
Auto
71
Exposure
Auto
73
Program AE
Auto
90
White balance
Auto
91
EIS
On
93
MIC.Filter
Off
93
English
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Setting Video Flash (for DZ-MV580A)
See “Introduction to Optional Accessories” on page 157.
Setting of
Video Flash
On-screen
information
Manner of
emitting light
AUTO
No display
Automatically
emits light in dark
place or in a place
lit from rear.
ON
Always emits light
regardless of
brightness
OFF
No light emission
* Unusable on DZ-MV550A.
Note:
• However, dark subjects may not be in clear focus even
if the Video Flash is used. It is recommended that you
light a subject when recording in a dark place.
• “ ( ” will blink while the video flash is being charged.
• While “ ( ” is flashing, the video flash will not emit light,
though the DVD camera/recorder is recording.
• Do not use the Video Flash when approaching the
human eye. Emitting light from Video Flash near human
eye could damage the subject’s eyesight. Especially
when recording a baby or small child, move the DVD
video camera/recorder at least 1 m away.
• Do not use the Video Flash while pointing it at a driver in
vehicle: Doing so could dazzle the driver, causing an
accident.
• Do not use the Video Flash in a place where there is
flammable or explosive gas: Doing so could cause fire or
explosion.
English
When recording stills in a dark place, or the subject
is lit from rear, it is recommended that you use the
optional DZ-FLH3 Video Flash*(P. 157): Refer to
the instruction manual of Video Flash for use.
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USING EXTERNAL MICROPHONE
Connect external microphone (generally available) to the external microphone jack of this DVD video
camera/recorder. Clearer sound can be recorded. Turn on the switch on external microphone and start
recording. For details on external microphone, see “Major Specifications” on page 182.
To external
microphone jack
A/V
MIC
Note:
• Depending on the shape of its plug, an external microphone cannot be plugged in, while the cable is left plugged in
the AV/S input/output terminal. Unplug the AV/S input/output cable to use the external microphone.
• This DVD video camera/recorder cannot use a plug-in power type microphone (power supplied from camcorder).
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Viewing on TV Screen
CONNECTING TO A TV
Use the provided AV/S input/output cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to a TV as
follows:
To S-video
input jack*
To AV input/output jack
A/V
To video/
audio input
jacks
MIC
White
AV/S input/output cable
(provided)
Yellow
Red
*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 (see
“Terminology”, P. 160) from the TV speakers.
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
R
Stereo Type
VIDEO
L
straight: Obliquely inserting them could damage the
jacks.
AUDIO
R
Monaural Type
VIDEO
AUDIO
White
Red
Red
White
VIDEO
L
Yellow
Yellow
White
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Stereo Type with
S-VIDEO Jack
• Insert the AV/S input/output cable plugs into jacks
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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 the 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/
recorder.
3 Perform playback, recording or editing.
You can perform playback, editing or editing on
Disc Navigation while checking on TV screen.
English
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Note:
• Adjust the volume of sound on TV.
• The infrared remote control is useful when operating the
DVD video camera/recorder while viewing an image on
TV screen. However, if you use a Hitachi VCR, the
remote control may inadvertently operate the VCR if it is
near the DVD video camera/recorder. To prevent this,
set the remote control code of the VCR to a position
other than “VCR2”.
• 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 100, 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).
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Playback on DVD Video Recorder/Player
PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM DISC
You can use a DVD video recorder (see “Terminology”, P. 160) or DVD player that conforms to DVD-RAM
to play back 8 cm DVD-RAM discs recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder.
1 Remove the disc from Round DVD Holder.
2 Insert the disc into the DVD video recorder/
player and play it back.
Note:
• When playing back disc on another device, the Disc
Navigation display will be different from the one on this
DVD video camera/recorder.
English
See the instruction manual for DVD video
recorder/player.
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PLAYING BACK DVD-R DISC
1 Finalize a recorded DVD-R disc.
3 Insert the disc into the DVD player and play it
back.
You need to finalize a disc to play it back on
DVD player: See page 137.
No further data can be recorded on finalized
disc.
Note:
Use this DVD video camera/recorder to finalize the
DVD-R disc recorded on the DVD video camera/
recorder.
2 Remove the disc from Round DVD Holder.
See “Removing and Replacing from/in Round
DVD Holder” on page 81.
English
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See the instruction manual for DVD player.
Note:
• Do not insert a DVD-R disc that has not been finalized
into a DVD video recorder: The recorded image data
may be damaged.
• See “Terminology” , P. 29, 160 for liner PCM recording.
• DVD-R discs recorded on this DVD video camera/
recorder or other 8 cm DVD-R discs can be played back
on other DVD players or other devices conforming to 8
cm DVD-R, but playback on all DVD players is not
guaranteed.
• Playback may not be possible on some DVD players, or
it may depend on the recorded status of DVD-R discs: In
such cases, play back the DVD-R disc on this DVD video
camera/recorder.
Removing and Replacing from/in Round DVD
Holder
You can remove DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc used on this DVD video camera/recorder from Round DVD
Holder and use the uncovered disc on DVD player, DVD video recorder, or drive for PC, etc. which
conforms to 8 cm DVD-R. Removing disc from Round DVD Holder may vary with the disc maker: See
the disc instruction sheet. The following explains the disc in Round DVD Holder made by Hitachi
Maxell.
It is recommended that you do not remove the disc from Round DVD Holder until camera recording is
finished, in order to avoid getting dirt on disc.
Note:
Using discs removed from holders on various devices may not always be possible.
HOW TO REMOVE DISC
Holder with SIDE A
facing up. While pushing
the two release levers in
the direction of arrows
(1) marked on holder,
slowly open SIDE A of
the holder in the
direction of arrows (2),
taking care not to drop
the disc.
Release
levers
1
1
2 Without touching the
recording/playback
surface, hold the disc edge
and center hole to remove
it.
SIDE A mark
2
2
Do not open
more than 90°.
English
1 Hold the Round DVD
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REPLACING DISC IN ROUND DVD HOLDER
1 Open SIDE A of the Round DVD Holder, and
replace the disc in the holder with the SIDE A
mark or label surface facing up, taking care not
to touch the disc surface.
2 Close SIDE A of the Round DVD Holder, and
push it to lock the release levers at positions (3).
3
OPEN marks
SIDE A
mark
SIDE A mark side or
Label surface
3
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WHEN THE HINGE OF ROUND DVD HOLDER COMES OFF
1 Push the hinged portion of the holder piece
marked SIDE A with thumb and middle finger,
and warp it in the direction of arrows (4).
SIDE A mark side
4
Hinged portions
2 Fit the hinged portion of the other holder piece
into the warped hinge portion.
Note:
• Handle the disc carefully so that no scratch, dirt,
fingerprint or dust adheres to the recording/playback
surface.
• When not using the Round DVD Holder, store it in case:
Do not leave a bare holder as is.
• Be careful of drop or impact: If you drop the Round DVD
Holder, the disc may pop out.
• Do not subject the Round DVD Holder to force.
Approx. 90°
12
DISC CLEANING
Use a soft, dry cloth to lightly wipe off any dust,
dirt, etc. adhering to disc, as shown in the figure.
Never use solvent. Do not use thinner, water, antistatic spray, etc. to clean disc.
English
Use soft cloth to clean
from inner to outer
circumference in axial
direction.
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Recording (Dubbing) Images
Before You Begin
• Before connecting this DVD video camera/recorder to another device, be
sure to turn both devices off.
• Insert a recordable disc or card* in this DVD video camera/recorder (see P. 25,
28).
*
Only photos can be recorded: No video can be recorded.
RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES FROM OTHER VIDEO DEVICE
You can record (dub) images from other video devices to disc or card in this DVD video camera/recorder.
Use the AV/S input/output cable (provided) to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to the other
video device as follows:
Signal flow
A/V
MIC
To AV input/output jack
To S-VIDEO
output jack of
VCR, etc.*
To video/
audio output
jacks
Yellow
White
AV/S input/output cable
(provided)
Red
* If you are using DZ-MV580A and the connected AV device has an S-VIDEO output jack,
you can connect the S-VIDEO jack of AV/S input/output cable.
1 Set the input source on
L IN
the DVD video camera/
recorder to “LINE (L
IN)”.
FINE
3 Press the REC button.
0:00:00
REM 3 0 MIN
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4
Switch the input
referring to “Input
Source” on page 98.
Recording will start on this DVD video
camera/recorder.
The operation of this line-input recording is the
same as for recording movie.
English
Choose “S LINE” to input S-VIDEO signal.
(Only for DZ-MV580A)
2 Turn on the connected device, and start
playback.
The picture will appear on the LCD screen or
viewfinder of this DVD video camera/
recorder.
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Note:
• 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.
• If you use a Hitachi VCR, it will be operated by the remote
control provided with the DVD video camera/recorder.
When recording an image from a Hitachi VCR, change
the remote control code of the VCR to other than
“VCR2”.
• With DZ-MV580A, using S-VIDEO will enable you to
record clearer images.
• The DZ-MV550A cannot record S-VIDEO input.
• Reduce the volume of external input sound heard from
the built-in speaker: The loud volume may cause noise
to enter the recorded image.
• The recorded contents can be played back in the same
manner as when playing back camera images recorded
on this DVD video camera/recorder.
• Still images can also be recorded on DVD-RAM disc or
card. See “Switching External Input Recording Method
(PHOTO Input)” on page 98 for details, and “Recording
Stills” on page 50 for how to record still images.
• The “Input Source” setting will return to “CAMERA”
whenever DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.
• Recording of most images is prohibited by the copyguard signal to protect the copyright, except for images
recorded on camcorders for personal enjoyment.
“COPY PROTECTED” appears in these images: They
cannot be recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder.
Typical copyright protected images include those of
DVD video, LD, recorded video tapes, some parts of
digital satellite broadcasts, etc.
• If a video signal that cannot be read by this DVD video
camera/recorder is present - even in images recorded
on camcorder for personal enjoyment without copyguard signal - the input image may not be recorded
normally.
• If the input signal is interrupted by switching the channel
on TV or switching the signal using video selector (see
“Terminology”, P. 160), normal recording cannot be
performed.
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RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES FROM OTHER VIDEO CAMERAS
You can record (dub) images from other video cameras on a disc or card* in DVD video camera/recorder.
Use the AV/S input/output cable (provided) to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to the other
video camera.
*
Only photos can be recorded: No video can be recorded.
Signal flow
*1
A/V
3 relay adapters
(generally available)
To AV input/
output jack
AV/S input/output cable (provided)
MIC
To S-VIDEO output jack of
video camera, etc. *2
DVD video camera, 8mm
video camera, VHS video
camera, etc.
*1: The AV/S input/output cable provided with this DVD video camera/recorder can be directly connected to some
video cameras.
*2: If the video camera to be connected has an S video output jack, you can connect it to the DVD video camera/
recorder (DZ-MV580A only).
1 Set the input source on
L IN
the DVD video camera/
recorder to “LINE (L
IN)”.
FINE
Switch the input
referring to “Input
Source” on page 98.
0:00:00
REM 3 0 MIN
8 : 0 0 AM
9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4
Note:
• With DZ-MV580A, 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.
• Still images can also be recorded on DVD-RAM disc or
card. See “Switching External Input Recording Method
(PHOTO Input)” on page 98 for details, and “Recording
Stills” on page 50 for how to record still images.
Choose “S LINE” to input S-VIDEO signal.
(Only for DZ-MV580A)
2 Turn on the connected device, and start
playback.
English
The picture will appear on the LCD screen or
viewfinder of this DVD video camera/
recorder.
3 Press the REC button.
Recording will start on this DVD video
camera/recorder.
The operation of this line-input recording is the
same as for recording movie.
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RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES
You can record (dub) images played back on this DVD video camera/recorder, on other video devices.
Use the AV/S input/output cable (provided) to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to another
video device as shown in the following figure:
Signal flow
A/V
MIC
To AV input/output jack
AV/S input/output
cable (provided)
To S-VIDEO
input jack of
VCR, etc.*
To video/
audio input
jacks
Yellow
White
Red
* If the video device to be connected has an S video input jack, you can connect it to the DVD video camera/
recorder.
1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
2 Select a scene to be played back.
3 Press the playback (A) button on this DVD
video camera/recorder and the record button
on connected device: The DVD video camera/
recorder will start playback and the recorded
device will record (dub) it.
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Note:
• Using an S-video jack will deliver clearer images.
• Audio is heard from the speaker: If the volume is too
high, noise may enter the dubbed 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.126).
• Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD
video camera/recorder from AC outlet, to prevent
battery power from shutting off during recording on
another video device.
• If you are using a Hitachi VCR, using the remote control
provided with this DVD video camera/recorder may
operate the VCR. To record (dub) images from the DVD
video camera/recorder to Hitachi VCR, change the
remote control code of VCR to a position other than
“VCR2”.
Advanced Techniques
This section explains about various settings to further extend the usefulness of this DVD video camera/
recorder.
Checking Flow of Normal Display Mode
The following two on-screen menu modes are available with this DVD video camera/recorder:
• Quick mode: To display only the fundamental menu items for first timers (P.63)
• Advanced mode: To display all menu items for experts
Camera Functions
Press the MENU button while the camera image is being displayed on the LCD monitor, with the QUICK
MODE switch set to
OFF: The menu of Advanced mode will appear.
Tilt the joystick up, down, to left or right to select a menu item, and then press the A button to choose
the option.
See page 88 for the setting method.
The screens used here to explain are displayed when DVD-RAM disc is used. Some items will not appear
when a DVD-R disc or card is used, or when no disc is inserted.
No menu appears during recording.
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