Hitachi DZ-MV208E Manual

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DZMV238E UA
DZMV208E UA
DZMV230EUK
DZMV200EUK
Instruction manual
To obtain the best performance and ensure years
of trouble-free use, please read this instruction
manual completely.
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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 danger-
ous to make any kind of contact with
any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that impor-
tant literature concerning the operation
and maintenance of this unit has been
included. Therefore, it should be read
carefully to avoid any problems.
WARNING: To prevent risk of injury or
damage to your camera/recorder and
the AC adaptor, use only the specified
batteries and AC adaptor.
Batteries; DZ-BP14(R), DZ-BP16 and DZ-
BP28. (The DZ-BP14(R) is
supplied with this camera/
recorder.)
AC adapter; DZ-ACE1
Important Information
For Your Safety
The power switch turns the DVD video camera/recorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature
unaffected. If the camera/recorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off .
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
The DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter
have the following caution marks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CLASS 1
LASERPRODUCT
CAUTION
This product contains a laser diode of
higher class than 1. To ensure continued
safety, do not remove any covers or at-
tempt to gain access to the inside of the
product. Refer all servicing to qualified per-
sonnel.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING: Many television programmes and
films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances,
copy-right law may apply to private in-home
videotaping of copyrighted materials.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
The liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is
made by highly precise technology. More
than 99.99% of its picture elements (pixels)
are effective, but some (less than 0.01%) may
appear as coloured bright dots. This does not
indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches
the limits of current technology.
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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.
INSTALLATION
1Read and Follow Instructions — All the safety and op-
erating instructions should be read before the video product is
operated. Follow all operating and use instructions.
2Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
3Heed Warnings — Comply with all warnings on the video
product and in the operating instructions.
4Polarized Plug — This video product is equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the mains outlet
only one way. This is safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. To prevent electric shock do not use this po-
larized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet
unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure.
If you need an extension, use a polarized cord.
5Power 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 mains 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.
6Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and extension
cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Over-
loaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous, and so
are frayed mains 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 deterio-
rated insulation.
7Mains-Lead Protection — Mains leads 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.
8Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are pro-
vided 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 book-
case or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video
product manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.
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13 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 ap-
proaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal. Installing an outdoor aerial can be hazardous
and should be left to a professional aerial installer.
USE
14 Cleaning — Unplug this video product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol clean-
ers. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
15 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.
16 Lightning — For added protection for this video product
during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and un-
used for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet
and disconnect the aerial or cable-system. This will prevent
damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
9Attachments — Do not use attachments unless recom-
mended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Mains 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.
10 Water and Moisture — Do not use this video product near
water — for example, near a bath, wash bowl, kitchen basin,
or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool,
and the like.
11 Accessories — Do not place this video product on an unsta-
ble 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 mount-
ing accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
12 An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart com-
bination to overturn.
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SERVICE
17 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 quali-
fied service personnel.
18 Conditions Requiring Service — Unplug this video prod-
uct from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions.
a. When the mains lead 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 follow-
ing 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 per-
formance — this indicates a need for service.
19 Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are re-
quired, 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.
20 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.
21 Heat — The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other prod-
ucts (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with
a moulded plug incorporating a fuse, the value of
which is indicated on the pin face of the plug.
Should the fuse need to be replaced, an ASTA or
BSI approved BS 1362 fuse must be used of the
same rating. If the fuse cover is detachable never
use the plug with the cover omitted. If a
replacement fuse cover is required, ensure it is
of the same colour as that visible on the pin face
of the plug. Fuse covers are available from your
dealer.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for
the power points in your home or the cable is too
short to reach a power point, then obtain an
appropriate safety approved extension lead or
consult your dealer.
If there is no alternative to cutting off the mains
plug, ensure that you dis pose of it immediately,
having first removed the fuse, to avoid a possible
shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the
mains supply.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
Blue= Neutral, Brown=Live
As these colours may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured
BLUE or BLACK.
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected
to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured
BROWN or RED. On no account connect either
of these wires to the terminal marked E or by the
earth symbol or coloured green or green and
yellow.
Important for United Kingdom (for DZ-MV230E(UK)/DZ-MV200E(UK))
Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each
company.
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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 pack,
and set the date/time.
• “The section on Basic Techniques” explains the
basic operation of this DVD video camera/re-
corder – recording of movies and still images 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 Using Disc Navigation explains
editing with Disc Navigation: Refer to this sec-
tion when finalising DVD-R disc and initialising
DVD-RAM disc.
• “ ”The section on Connecting to Other Devices
explains how to connect to TV, another AV de-
vice and PC, and how to operate after connec-
tions.
• “Subsidiary Information includes an introduc-”
tion to products sold separately, proper clean-
ing, and troubleshooting.
We want this manual to be as helpful as possible,
so it includes two easy ways to find the informa-
tion you need:
•A quick index for the information you use most
often (this page).
•A detailed table of contents directing you to spe-
cific information quickly (page 8~9).
Get to know your DVD video camera/recorder by
using this manual, and get to know Hitachi. We
appreciate your business.
Quick Index
Charging Battery ........................................... 31
Recording Movie .......................................... 42
Immediately Checking Recorded Scene... 44
Functions Available with Disc Navigation .... 68
Connecting to a TV and Viewing ................ 91
Connecting to Your PC ................................. 95
■Type of difference
Movie recording mode
CCD (Number of total pixels)
Number of still image pixels (JPEG)
Input Selection
External still input
DZ-MV238E(AU)
XTRA*/FINE/STD
1,160,000
1,280 × 960
Yes
Yes
DZ-MV208E(AU)
FINE/STD
800,000
1,024 × 768
Yes
Yes
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 de-
scribes the operation assuming that the viewfinder is used as a major monitor device.
DZ-MV230E(UK)
XTRA*/FINE/STD
1,160,000
1,280 × 960
No
No
DZ-MV200E(UK)
FINE/STD
800,000
1,024 × 768
No
No
*On DVD-RAM disc only
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Table of Contents
Important Information ..................................... 2
For Your Safety .................................................. 2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................ 3
Read This First ................................................... 7
About This Manual ......................................... 10
Checking Provided Accessories ...................... 11
Names of Parts ............................................... 12
Viewing Demonstration ................................. 16
Features of DVD video camera/recorder ...... 17
Versatile Functions Available ...................... 17
Recording on Disc...................................... 18
Recording Movie and Still .......................... 18
Immediate Reviewing of Recorded
Image ......................................................... 18
Editing in Various Ways on DVD video
camera/recorder Alone .............................. 18
Using with Various Devices ....................... 18
Cautions When Using .................................... 19
Cautions When Storing .................................. 22
Suggestions and Restrictions ........................ 22
Discs ................................................................ 23
Removing and Replacing Disc from/
in Cartridge or Caddy ................................. 24
Disc Storage Capacity ................................ 26
Setups
Setting Up the DVD video camera/
recorder ........................................................... 27
Holding DVD video camera/recorder ......... 27
Attaching Shoulder Strap ........................... 27
Attaching Lens Cap .................................... 28
Attaching Ferrite Cores .............................. 28
Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .... 29
Setting Up the Battery .................................... 30
Attaching Battery to DVD video camera/
recorder ..................................................... 30
Removing Battery ...................................... 30
Charging Battery ........................................ 31
Battery Remaining Level Indicator ............. 33
Using DVD video camera/recorder
with AC Adapter ............................................. 34
Setting Date and Time .................................... 35
Changing Display Format of Date
and Time .................................................... 36
Inserting and Ejecting Disc ............................ 37
Inserting Disc ............................................. 37
Removing Disc ........................................... 39
Basic Techniques
Basic Handling of DVD video camera/
recorder ........................................................... 40
Turning DVD Video Camera/
Recorder On .............................................. 40
Opening LCD Monitor ............................... 40
LCD Screen Brightness Adjustment .......... 41
Closing LCD Monitor ................................. 41
Viewing Subject through Viewfinder .......... 41
Recording Movie ............................................ 42
Using External Microphone ....................... 42
Recording Stills .............................................. 43
Playing Back .................................................... 44
Immediately Checking Recorded Scene .... 44
Skip Playback ............................................. 44
Search Playback ......................................... 45
Frame Advance/Frame Back/
Slow Playback ............................................ 45
Searching for Point You Wish to View by
Specifying It (Go To) ................................... 46
Zooming .......................................................... 47
Focusing When Recording Movie .............. 48
Macro Recording ....................................... 48
Manually Focusing Subject during Movie
Recording ........................................................ 49
Adjusting Exposure Manually ....................... 50
On-Screen Information .................................. 51
Information Display During Recording ....... 51
Information Display During Playback .......... 53
Advanced Techniques
Setting Up Camera Functions ....................... 54
Selecting Shooting Mode to Match the Subject
(Switching Programme AE Mode) ................. 54
White Balance (Auto/Hold) ......................... 55
Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer
(EIS) ........................................................... 56
Switching Digital Zoom Off ........................ 57
Switching to 16:9 Mode ............................. 58
Setticng Up Record Functions ....................... 59
Switchisng Movie Quality Mode ................ 59
Input Selection (for DZ-MV238E(AU) and
DZ-MV208E(AU)) ....................................... 60
Changing Method for Recording Stills
(for DZ-MV238E(AU) and
DZ-MV208E(AU)) ....................................... 61
Self-Timer .................................................. 62
Switching On-Screen Display Output On
or Off ......................................................... 63
Initial Settings ................................................. 64
Switching Operating Sound On or Off ....... 64
Setting or Releasing Power Save ............... 64
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Turning Record LED On or Off ................... 65
Changing Display Language....................... 65
Initialising All Settings to Defaults ................ 66
Disc Navigation
Before Using Disc Navigation ....................... 67
Structure of Data Recorded On This DVD
Video Camera/Recorder ............................. 67
Using Disc Navigation ................................... 68
Functions Available with
Disc Navigation .......................................... 68
Starting Disc Navigation and Interpreting
Navigation Screen ...................................... 70
Playing Back Scenes .................................. 71
Selecting Random Scenes ......................... 71
Selecting Consecutive Scenes Together .... 71
Understanding Flow of Disc Navigation
Menu ............................................................... 72
Programme ..................................................... 73
Switching to Thumbnail Display of Specific
Date (Selecting Programme)...................... 73
Playing Back Programme ........................... 73
Changing Title of Programme ..................... 74
Play List ........................................................... 75
Creating New Play List .............................. 75
Switching Play List
(Switching to Display of Each Play List) ..... 76
Playing Back A Play List ............................. 76
Adding Scenes to Play List ........................ 77
Deleting Scenes from Play List.................. 78
Editing Play List
(Adding Scenes Using Menu) .................... 78
Editing Play List
(Deleting Scenes Using Menu) .................. 79
Editing Play List
(Selecting Scenes Using Menu) ................ 79
Changing Title of Play List .......................... 80
Deleting Play List ....................................... 80
Scene ............................................................... 81
Deleting Scenes ........................................ 81
Adding Special Effects (Fade) .................... 82
Combining Multiple Scenes ....................... 84
Dividing Movies ......................................... 84
Arranging Order of Scenes (Move) ............ 85
Playing Back by Skipping Scenes (Skip) ..... 86
Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen ...... 86
Displaying Information Using Menu
Screen ....................................................... 87
Disc Management .......................................... 88
Verifying Remaining Free Space on Disc
(Capacity) ................................................... 88
Initialising DVD-RAM Disc ......................... 88
Updating Control Information .................... 89
Finalising Disc ............................................ 90
Playing Back Scenes Repeatedly
(Repeat Play) .............................................. 90
Connecting to Other Devices
Viewing on TV Screen .................................... 91
Connecting to a TV ..................................... 91
Viewing on TV Screen ................................ 92
Recording Image from Other AV Devices
(for DZ-MV238E(AU)
and DZ-MV208E(AU)) ..................................... 93
Connecting to Other AV Device ................. 93
Recording Image from Other Camcorder
or AV Device .............................................. 94
Cautions when connecting DVD video
camera/recorder to PC ................................... 95
Capturing Data for PC .................................... 96
Using DZ-WINPC3(W) PC kit ..................... 96
Using Disc on PC ....................................... 98
Subsidiary Information
Cleaning .......................................................... 99
If dust adheres to viewfinder lens ............. 99
Trouble Messages ........................................ 100
Trouble shooting .......................................... 105
System Reset ................................................. 110
Major Specifications ..................................... 111
Introduction to Optional Accessories .......... 112
Camera Accessories ................................. 112
Power Supplies ......................................... 112
Miscellaneous ........................................... 112
Index ...............................................................113
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About This Manual
●Photographs in this manual:
Photographs taken using digital still camera are used for explanation of images that appear in the view-
finder or on the LCD screen in this manual. Understand that they look different from those you will
actually view in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Note: The DZ-MV238E(AU) displays are used for the following explanation. Some items do not appear,
depending on the model.
●About joystick:
You can tilt it up, down, to left or right, or press its
centre: The way you move it will determine the
results. Normally, move the joystick up, down to
left or right to select a menu item or scene, and then
press the centre to enter the selection.
●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 “ button will be used in this text.”
● and marks beside headings:
This DVD video camera/recorder has some functions available only with DVD-RAM disc, or operation
only necessary for DVD-R disc. Refer to these marks and identify the functions and operation to match
the disc you use.
Operation Notation in this manual
button
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Checking Provided Accessories
Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package:
Battery (model DZ-BP14(R)):
Portable power supply for this DVD
video camera/recorder. Charge it
before use.
Ac adapter (model DZ-ACE1):
Connect this device to the DVD
video camera/recorder to power it
from AC outlet.
Shoulder strap:
Attach to the DVD video camera/
recorder to hang it from shoulder.
Infrared remote control
(model DZ-RM2W):
Use to control the DVD video
camera/recorder from a distance.
2 “AA” batteries:
To power the remote control.
AV input/output cable
Used when viewing the picture
played back on the DVD video
camera/recorder on TV screen, or
input or output video from/to
another video device.
Power cable:
Connect between household AC
outlet and AC adapter.
for DZ-MV238E(AU) and
DZ-MV208E(AU)
for DZ-MV230E(UK) and
DZ-MV200E(UK)
Lens cap and lens cap string:
Attach the lens cap when not
recording, to protect the lens.
2 Ferrite cores:
Attach these to the S-VIDEO cable,
and the external microphone cable
if you are using one.
8 cm DVD-RAM disc (sample):
(for DZ-MV238E(AU),
DZ-MV208E(AU) and
DZ-MV230E(UK))
8 cm DVD-R disc:
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Names of Parts
qOptical 12x zoom lens (p. 47)
wLens hood (p. 48)
eAccessory shoe (p. 43)
Slide the cover to remove it, and
then attach the optional video flash,
etc., here. (See the instruction
manual of device to be attached for
details.)
rDisc guide (p. 37)
tSELECT button (p. 71)
yMENU button (p. 54, 72)
Press this button to display the
menu for setting camera functions
and Disc Navigation.
The camera menu will appear even
if disc is not loaded.
uRecording indicator (p. 65)
The red indicator will light during
recording.
iInfrared receiver (p. 29)
When the remote control is used to
operate the DVD video camera/
recorder, this receiver will receive
the infrared signal.
oStereo microphone (p. 42)
!0 2.5" type liquid crystal display
(inside) (p. 40)
!1 OPEN button (p. 40)
Press this button and hold it while
opening the liquid crystal display
(LCD).
!2 Stop/cancel button (p. 16, 44)
To end playback or set menu.
!3 Joystick (p. 10)
Move the joystick to select a scene
or menu item, and play back
scenes.
!4 DISC NAVIGATION button (p. 70)
q w e r t y
u i o !0 !1 !2 !3 !4
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!5 AV input/output jack (p. 91)
!6 PC connection terminal (TO PC)
(p. 97)
!7 External microphone jack (p. 42)
!8 Viewfinder (p. 41)
!9 DISC EJECT button (p. 37)
Press down this button to open the
disc guide.
@0 CHARGE/ACCESS indicator
(p. 21, 31)
Will blink or light during charging,
or while the DVD video camera/
recorder is operating.
@1 Zoom lever (p. 47)
Push the lever to the T side for tel-
ephoto, or to the W side for wide-
angle.
@2
Battery attachment platform (p. 30)
@3 DC cord connection terminal
(DC IN 8.4V) (p. 31)
@4 S-VIDEO output jack (p. 91)
@5 Record button (REC) (p. 42)
@6 Power switch (p. 42, 43)
PHOTO : To reco r d s ti l l
images
VIDEO : To record a movie
POWER OFF: To turn off the DVD
video camera/re-
corder
Press the red button at the centre of
power switch and turn it only when
turning power on: It is not necessary
to press the button when setting the
switch to “POWER OFF”.
The power switch cannot be
changed over during recording.
For playback, set the power switch
to either “ PHOTO” or “ VIDEO”.
@7 LOCK switch (p. 42)
To lock the recording mode, so that
the VIDEO mode is not switched
to the PHOTO mode by mistake.
@8 Hand strap (p. 27)
!5 !6 !7 !8 !9 @1
@7@2 @3 @4 @5
TO PC
A
/
V
@0
@6 @8
(Inside the cover)
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@9 Speaker (p. 44)
The sound accompanying a movie
being played back will be heard
from here.
#0 Screen display button (DISPLAY)
(p. 52)
Press this button to display the de-
tails of image being played back or
camera setting status, or switch the
display off.
#1 Eyecup (p. 41, 99)
#2 Dioptre control (p. 41)
To adjust the focus of image ap-
pearing in the viewfinder.
#3 RESET button (p. 110)
To reset all settings to defaults.
#4 LCD BRIGHT button (p. 41)
Press this button to start LCD
screen brightness adjustment.
#5 EXPOSURE button (p. 50)
Press this button to adjust the ex-
posure.
#6 FOCUS button (p. 49)
To switch between manual focus
and auto-focus.
#7 Volume control buttons (VOL)/
buttons (p. 41, 44)
To adjust the volume of sound from
speaker, etc.
#8 BATTERY EJECT button (p. 30)
To release the battery.
@9 #0 #2
#6#3#4#5
SELECT
MENU
DISC
NAVIGATION
DISPLAY
VOL.
RESET
LCD
BRIGHT EXPOSURE FOCUS
#8
#1
#7
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#9 DISPLAY button (p. 52)
$0 DIG. ZOOM button (p. 57)
$1 DISC NAVIGATION button (p. 70)
$2 REVERSE SEARCH button (p. 45)
$3 STOP button (p. 16, 44)
$4 FORWARD SKIP button (p. 44)
$5 REC button (p. 42)
$6 ZOOM T button (p. 47)
$7 ZOOM W button (p. 47)
$8 SELECT button (p. 71)
$9 REVERSE SKIP button (p. 44)
%0 MENU button (p. 54, 72)
%1 PLAY/PAUSE button (p. 44)
%2 FORWARD SEARCH button (p. 45)
%3 DELETE button (p. 78)
* The buttons on remote control will
function the same as those on DVD
video camera/recorder.
$0
$1
$2
$8
$9
%1
%0
#9
$4
$5
$6
$7
%3
DISPLAY REC
SELECT
MENU
DELETE
DIGITAL
ZOOM ZOOM
DISC
NAVIGATION
DZ-RM2W
$3 %2
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Viewing Demonstration
This DVD video camera/recorder has versatile functions, including special effects.
Before using the DVD video camera/recorder, view the demonstration to see what it can do.
Referring to step 2 on page 31, connect the DVD video camera/recorder, AC adapter and power
cable to power the DVD video camera/recorder from AC outlet.
1Press the MENU button.
2Choose Initial Setup , Demo Mode , and“ ” “ ”
then press the button.
The options will appear on the right of Demo“
Mode : The ” mark will be attached to the
currently selected option.
3Use the joystick to choose , and then“ ”Start
press the button.
The demonstration will start: View it in the
viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
To stop the demonstration midway, press the
button.
The demo mode will end when the DVD video
camera/recorder is turned off or the DISC
EJECT button is pressed down.
Note: If you choose “Auto” in step 3, the demon-
stration will automatically start approximately three
minutes after the DVD video camera/recorder is
turned on.
Note: If a disc is loaded in the DVD video cam-
era/recorder, the demonstration will not start even
if “Auto” has been set.
Note: When connecting the power cable to the
DVD video camera/recorder, the pin of power
cable cannot be completely inserted into the DC
IN 8.4V jack, but this does not indicate a malfunc-
tion. Do not insert the power cable with undue
force: Doing so could result in malfunction.
Note: The demonstration function will not work
when the DVD video camera/recorder is con-
nected to PC.
Note: While the demonstration is being given, the
recording indicator will blink.
Joystick
MENU
button
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Features of DVD video camera/recorder
This DVD video camera/recorder has numerous useful functions. However, the functions that can be
used will vary depending on whether DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc is used.
Use the functions, following the table below:
Camera Functions:
Function
Program AE
White Bal.
EIS
Dig.Zoom
16:9
VIDEO Mode*
Input Source**
PHOTO Input**
Self Timer
OSD Output
Date Mode
Date Set
Beep
Power Save
Record LED
Language
Demo Mode
Reset
Disc used
Reference
page
DVD-RAM
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
DVD-R
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
X
X
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
Camera Functions
Setup
Record Functions
Setup
Date
Setup
Initial Setup
Disc Navigation Functions:
Function
Switch
Play
Create
Edit
Title
Delete
Switch
Play
Title
Delete
Edit
Skip
Select
Detail
Capacity
Format Disc
Update
Control Info.
Finalize Disc
Repeat Play
Disc used
DVD-RAM
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
™
X
™
DVD-R
X
X
X
X
X
X
™
™
X
X
X
X
™
™
™
X
X
™
™
Play List
Program
Scene
Disc
Others
™: Available; X: Unavailable
(* Except for XTRA mode, which can be set
on DZ-MV238E(AU) and DZ-MV230E(UK) only)
(** for DZ-MV238E(AU) and DZ-MV208E(AU))
Reference
page
Versatile Functions Available
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
36
35
64
64
65
65
16
110
76
76
75
78
80
80
73
73
74
81
82
86
86
87
88
88
89
90
90
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Recording on Disc
You can use both 8 cm DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs
on this DVD video camera/recorder for recording.
The recorded video and audio will be stored on an
8 cm DVD-RAM disc or 8 cm DVD-R disc.
Using disc allows you to record without
overwriting previous recordings, and also to store
your valuable recordings for as long as need be
while retaining clarity.
With disc you can immediately access recording
and playback, in contrast to videotape, which must
be fast-forwarded or rewound.
In addition, simply loading a DVD-RAM disc into a
PC equipped with DVD-RAM drive and DVD video
recording software compatible with 8 cm DVD-RAM
allows you to easily view the recorded disc.
You can finalise a recorded DVD-R disc on this
DVD video camera/recorder so that you can play
it back on a DVD player or DVD recorder that is
compatible with 8 cm DVD-R disc (however, the
finalised DVD-R disc may not be usable on some
DVD players).
Recording Movie and Still
The DVD video camera/recorder can record mov-
ies of events and sports, in the same way as with
conventional camcorders.
It can also record stills on a DVD-RAM disc, as with
a digital still camera. With CCD of 1,160,000 pixels
(800,000 pixels for DZ-MV208E(AU) and DZ-
MV200E(UK)), high-quality movies and stills (on
DVD-RAM disc only) can be recorded. In both
recordings of movie and still (on DVD-RAM disc
only), zooming up to 240 times is possible using
the 12 power optical zoom multiplied by the 20
power digital zoom. Movies and stills can be
recorded on the same disc, by simply switching the
recording mode (power switch). However, if you
use a DVD-R disc, a still image cannot be recorded.
(If the DVD video camera/recorder is connected
to PC, the DVD video camera/recorder can cap-
ture still images, such as JPEG data.)
Immediate Reviewing of Recorded Image
You can check the movie or still recorded in the
viewfinder or on the LCD screen.
Editing in Various Ways on DVD video camera/recorder Alone
This DVD video camera/recorder is provided with
a useful editing/playback tool. Disc Navigation
allows you to easily attach a title or special video
effect to the recorded movie or still. With Disc Navi-
gation, you can arrange the playback order and edit
multiple images to play them back continuously.
You can create an entire movie on this DVD video
camera/recorder alone, without inputting video to
a PC for editing.
Using with Various Devices
Connect this DVD video camera/recorder to your
TV and you can enjoy the playback picture with
your family and friends on the large TV screen; or
connect it to a video printer (generally available)
to print the recorded image. You can also transfer
recorded movies and stills (for DVD-RAM disc
only) to PC, using the optional PC kit (DZ-
WINPC3(W)).
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Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with
care:
• The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do
not press its surface with any force, hit it, or
puncture it with a sharp object.
• If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in the
display may occur. If unevenness does not dis-
appear soon, turn the DVD video camera/re-
corder off, wait for a while, 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.
• Do not hold by the LCD monitor as this could
cause a malfunction.
• °Open the LCD monitor by 90 before changing
its direction. If you attempt to invert its direc-
tion before opening it completely, it could cause
a malfunction.
• Do not disassemble the LCD monitor as this
might cause a malfunction.
• When opening the LCD monitor, be careful that
no water droplets adhere to the monitor screen
and that no water or dust enters the DVD video
camera/recorder as it could cause a malfunction.
Liquid Crystal Display and viewfinder:
• The LCD screen and viewfinder will be slightly
dimmer than usual when the DVD video cam-
era/recorder is at low temperature, as in cold
areas, or immediately after power is turned on.
The normal brightness will be restored when the
temperature inside the DVD video camera/re-
corder 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 may become
detached and the DVD video camera/recorder
could fall.
Cautions When Using
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 allow it to 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 cam-
era/recorder or AC adapter could cause it to
malfunction.
No water or oil!
• Water or oil entering the DVD video camera/
recorder or AC adapter could cause a short-cir-
cuit or other malfunctions.
Heat on surface of product:
• The surface of the DVD video camera/recorder
will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate
a fault. Be careful when touching the bottom of
the DVD video camera/recorder, since it will be
hot.
Be careful of ambient temperature:
• Using the DVD video camera/recorder in a place
where the temperature is over 40 C or under 0°
°C will not allow it to make normal recording/
playback.
• When using the DVD video camera/recorder
connected to PC, operate it at room temperature.
If you use the DVD video camera/recorder
where the temperature is high for an extended
period of time, it will overheat and may not op-
erate normally.
• Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder
in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very
high for a long time: This could cause malfunc-
tions.
Do not point directly at the sun:
• If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder,
the DVD video camera/recorder could malfunc-
tion or burn in CCD or viewfinder.
• Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder
with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight:
This could cause malfunctions.
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Be careful of moisture condensation:
• When you move the DVD video camera/re-
corder between places where the difference in
temperatures is great, such as entering a lodge
from a ski slope, or going out of a cooled room
or vehicle, condensation (vapour in air warmed
or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the
lens and/or inside the DVD video camera/re-
corder. If condensation occurs, do not open the
cover of disc insertion block if possible. If con-
densation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a
soft, dry cloth. Even if the external surface of
the DVD video camera/recorder has dried, con-
densation 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 is designed
and produced for home-use recording and play-
back. Do not use it for an extended time con-
tinuously, e.g., as a surveillance camera/moni-
tor.
• If you use the DVD video camera/recorder for
a long uninterrupted period of time, the tem-
perature of DVD video camera/recorder may
exceed the limit and the recording/playback
operation could be slowed down. If this occurs,
turn it off and wait for a while before using it
again.
Be careful when removing the disc:
• When the DVD video camera/recorder is used
for a long period of time, the temperature of disc
will be high: Wait for a few moments before re-
moving the disc after the DVD video camera/
recorder is turned off.
Do not use the DVD video camera/
recorder near TV or radio:
• This could cause noise to appear on the TV
screen, or interference could enter radio broad-
casts.
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
radio wave tower or electric appliances contain-
ing motors, noise could enter video and audio
that are being recorded. During playback of nor-
mally recorded video and audio, noise could also
enter the picture and sound. At worst the DVD
video camera/recorder could malfunction.
Do not expose the DVD video camera/
recorder to soot or steam:
• Heavy soot or steam could damage the DVD
video camera/recorder case or cause malfunc-
tions.
Do not use the DVD video camera/
recorder near corrosive gas:
• Using it in a place where there is dense exhaust
gas generated by gasoline and diesel engines,
or corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, could
corrode the battery connecting terminals, which
could result in loss of power.
Do not use the DVD video camera/
recorder near ultrasonic humidifier:
• With some water in humidifier, calcium and oth-
ers dissolved in water could scatter in the air,
and white particles could adhere to the optical
head of the DVD video camera/recorder, which
could cause it to operate abnormally.
Do not expose the DVD video camera/
recorder to insecticide:
• Insecticide entering the DVD video camera/re-
corder could dirty the optical head, and the DVD
video camera/recorder may not operate nor-
mally. Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off
and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using
insecticide.
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Do not wipe the DVD video camera/
recorder case with benzene or thinner:
•The coating of case could peel off or the case
could deteriorate.
•When using chemical cleaning cloth, follow the
instructions.
Also read the instructions attached with
optional accessories:
•For optional accessories, follow the cautions and
instruction manuals attached.
Use the AC adapter only in a
well-ventilated, open space:
•Do not use the AC adapter in a narrow space
where flow of air is blocked, or where it is very
near any object or inside any object: Ignoring
this will increase heat inside the AC adapter
which could cause fire, burns, electric shock or
fault.
Do not turn the DVD video camera/
recorder off while the CHARGE/ACCESS
indicator is blinking:
•The CHARGE/ACCESS indicator is blinking to
show that data is being written to disc, or being
read from it. Do not do any of the following so
as not to damage the data:
•Disconnect AC adapter.
•Plug or unplug PC connection cable.
•Remove disc.
•Subject disc to severe vibrations or impact.
If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off
while the CHARGE/ACCESS indicator is blink-
ing, turn it on again with the disc cartridge or
caddy loaded in it: Repair of the disc will be ex-
ecuted.
Note: The CHARGE/ACCESS indicator will blink in
red while the disc is being accessed, and it will blink
or light in red during charging.
CHARGE/ACCESS indicator
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Cautions When Storing
Do not leave the DVD video camera/
recorder in a place where the tempera-
ture is very high for a long period of time:
•The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk
becomes very high in the hot season. If you leave
the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place,
it could malfunction or the case could be dam-
aged. Also, do not expose the DVD video cam-
era/recorder to direct sunlight or place 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 become mouldy, and the
DVD video camera/recorder could be unusable.
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 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:
•Be sure to make a trial recording before an ac-
tual take to make sure that recording is normal.
Data that was not stored normally because of a
defect in the DVD video camera/recorder can-
not be restored.
•It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc
for trial recording, since a recording stored on it
can be deleted.
The recorded contents cannot be com-
pensated for:
•Hitachi will not compensate for any damages
caused when a recording is not made normally
or the recorded contents cannot be played back
because of a defect in the DVD video camera/
recorder or disc. Also, Hitachi will not be respon-
sible for your recorded video and audio.
Copyright:
•The data recorded on the disc in your DVD video
camera/recorder through 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. Note that, even for personal
enjoyment, recording is prohibited for some
demonstrations, performances and exhibitions.
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Discs
DVD recorder that is compatible with 8 cm DVD-
R disc, the disc must be finalised on this DVD video
camera/recorder. For the finalising procedure of 8
cm DVD-R disc, refer to Finalising Disc (p. 90).“ ”
●When using DVD-R disc
If you finalise a recorded DVD-R disc, you can play
it back on devices that are compatible with 8 cm
DVD-R disc, or (on) computers* with DVD-ROM
drive, DVD-R drive or DVD-RAM drive.
•Although most DVD-R discs recorded on this
DVD video camera/recorder are compatible for
playback on other DVD players, playback of all
DVD-R discs cannot be guaranteed.
Depending on the DVD player, DVD-R disc, or
recording conditions, playback may not be possible.
In such cases, use this DVD video camera/recorder
to play back the DVD-R disc.
* To play back the finalised DVD-R disc on PC,
you will need DVD playback software. The DVD
playback software Power DVD XP“ ” is supplied
with the optional DZ-WINPC3(W).
●Handling Disc
•If you use a DVD-RAM disc or DVD-R disc to
which dirt or dust adheres, recognition of the
disc may not be possible when it is inserted into
this DVD video camera/recorder. Also, the DVD
video camera/recorder may stop during
recording or playback, or noise/disturbance of
image may occur during playback.
The same phenomenon may appear if
condensation occurs because of abrupt change
in temperature.
•If an error message appears on the LCD screen
while this DVD video camera/recorder is being
used, turn off the DVD video camera/recorder
once, and then turn it on again (P.101).
•If an error message appears when the DVD video
camera/recorder is being used in an environment
where the temperature is high or it is used
continuously, turn off the DVD video camera/
recorder, and after a while turn it on again.
•If an error message appears when the DVD
video camera/recorder is being used in an
environment where the temperature is low, leave
it powered for several minutes, turn it off, and
then on again.
•When the disc is used for an extended period of
time, the temperature will increase because of
the heat inside the DVD video camera/recorder:
Be careful when removing the disc.
•Normally, do not remove the disc from the car-
tridge or caddy, and do not open the shutter of
cartridge or caddy.
●Available Discs
Usable discs and logos
DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1
(8 cm)
DVD-R [for General
Ver. 2.0 (8 cm)]
This DVD video camera/recorder can use 8 cm
DVD-RAM discs and 8 cm DVD-R discs for
camcorder use.
An uncovered disc cannot be used on this DVD
video camera/recorder: It must be left in a cartridge
or caddy for 8 cm disc.
Note: It is recommended that you use Hitachi
Maxell discs because their compatibility with this
DVD video camera/recorder has been confirmed.
Using a disc other than that made by Hitachi Maxell
may not allow the DVD video camera/recorder
to deliver optimum performance.
●Information on DVD-R disc
For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, the DVD
video camera/recorder writes control data to the
disc in order to make adjustment when it is inserted
and ejected accompanying recording.
However, repeating this adjustment many times
may cause the disc to become unrecordable: Do not
insert or eject the disc accompanying recording
more than 50 times.
Examples of discs that cannot be used on
this DVD video camera/recorder:
Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm, DVD-
RAM (2.6 G) Ver. 1.0, DVD-R (3.9 G) Ver. 1.0, DVD-
R (4.7 G) for Authoring Ver. 2.0, DVD-RW,
DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD-Video, DVD-ROM, CD-
R, CD-RW, CD, CD-ROM, MO, MD, iD, LD, floppy
disk, etc.
●Initialising (formatting) DVD-RAM
Discs
This DVD video camera/recorder can use DVD-
RAM discs for AV formatted in accordance with
the UDF 2.01 file system : No recording can be made
on an unformatted disc.
See “Initialising DVD-RAM Disc” on page 88 for
the initialising procedure.
●Finalising DVD-R Disc
Before using the 8 cm DVD-R disc recorded on this
DVD video camera/recorder on a DVD player or
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Note: Most generally available 8 cm discs can be
removed from cartridges or caddies if they are for
video cameras; However, before removing disc
from cartridge or caddy, read the instruction sheet
provided with the disc or consult the disc maker.
Take care with the following when handling the
removed disc:
•Be sure not to touch disc surfaces.
•Be careful not to drop the disc removed from
cartridge or caddy.
•Be sure not to bend the disc.
•Do not leave the disc outside the cartridge or
caddy.
•Do not subject the disc to heat.
•Do not write on disc with a ball-point pen or pen-
cil. (With one-side recordable disc, writing on the
label surface is possible with a pen that does not
scratch the surface. No writing of any kind is pos-
sible on both-side recordable disc.)
•Be sure not to wipe disc surfaces with thinner,
water or anti-static agent.
Use dry, soft cloth to lightly wipe off dust or dirt
that adheres to the disc. Never use solvents to
clean the disc.
Note: If the disc is removed from cartridge or
caddy and the data stored by this DVD video
camera/recorder is rewritten on devices other than
this DVD video camera/recorder, recording or play-
back may not be normal, or Disc Navigation may
not operate normally, when the disc replaced in
cartridge or caddy is used on this DVD video
camera/recorder again.
Note: The cartridge or caddy protects the sur-
faces of disc on which high-density recording is
possible. Once removed from cartridge or caddy,
the disc can be replaced in the cartridge or caddy
and used with this DVD video camera/recorder,
but be sure to observe the following:
•Before replacing the disc in cartridge or caddy,
make sure that disc surfaces are not scratched,
and that no dirt or fingerprint adheres to them.
•Do not record, edit or delete on the disc when
scratches, dirt or fingerprints cannot be removed
even if disc surface is cleaned.
•When replacing the DVD-RAM disc in cartridge,
insert it until a click is heard.
•Be careful not to allow condensation.
•To store disc cartridge or caddy, insert in plastic
case provided.
Do not place the disc cartridge or caddy in the fol-
lowing places:
•Where exposed to direct sunlight for a long
time.
•Where the humidity is high, or in dusty place.
•Where exposed to heat from heater, etc.
•Where there may be condensation.
●About Stored Data
If you handle or use the disc incorrectly, the re-
corded data may be lost. Hitachi cannot be respon-
sible for damages from loss of recorded data.
Removing and Replacing Disc from/in Cartridge or Caddy
The DVD-RAM disc used with this DVD video camera/recorder can be removed from the cartridge or
caddy and used with DVD-RAM drives, DVD players and DVD recorders that are compatible with 8 cm
DVD-RAM discs. The finalised DVD-R disc can also be removed from the cartridge or caddy and used
with DVD players and DVD recorders that are compatible for 8 cm DVD-R discs. Refer to the disc in-
struction sheet for details on how to remove disc from cartridge or caddy.
Perform the following to remove the disc:
1
Release the lock pins of cartridge. The two lock pins
are at the bottom left corners of sides A and B.
Use a fine tipped pen to slide the lock pin in the
direction of arrow , and then turn it in the di-q
rection of arrow to release it.w
●With disc packed in cartridge
Removing the disc
Lock pins
2While pushing the release levers from both sides
inward, hold the centre of disc tray and pull it
out to the front.
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mark facing up
Indication of side
S
I
D
E
A
Note: When recording special events, be sure to
use a new disc which has never been removed
from cartridge or caddy.
Note: Writing similar to recording is performed
even with simple editing or deletion. Make sure that
editing or deletion has been securely performed
with the disc removed from cartridge or caddy.
Note: If there are dust, scratches or dirt on the sur-
face of disc, block noise may appear in image or
sound may be interrupted. Take great care when
handling discs so that no dirt or fingerprints adheres
to them.
Note: This DVD video camera/recorder has a
function that allows recording, avoiding portions
of the disc with dust, scratches or dirt [The DVD
video camera/recorder sets to pause ( ) status
and automatically restarts recording ( )]. This
will interrupt recording for several seconds to sev-
eral minutes, and multiple thumbnails will be cre-
ated (see p. 67) in one recording as shown in the
figure. In this case, the recordable time will de-
crease.
Recording not possible
Tab for side B Tab for side A
Recording possible
PROTEC T A
PROT ECT A
PROT ECT A
●With disc packed in caddy
Removing the disc
1
Insert your finger
into the hole in the
centre of disc and
lightly lift it up (in
the direction of ar-
row ).q
2Hold the disc at its edge and centre hole, and
remove it in the direction of arrow w.
Replacing the disc in caddy
1Hold the disc at its
edge and centre hole
with the recording
surface down.
2Insert the disc under
the claws at the disc
hold portion from
the direction of ar-
row e.
Gently push the disc
in until it is com-
pletely stored.
Replacing the disc in cartridge
1Insert the disc into cartridge.
2Fit in the disc tray until a click is heard.
claws
Write-protect tabs
The cartridge has write-protect tabs to prevent
overwriting on recorded data. Make sure that the
write-protect tab is set to the side where recording
is possible.
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●DVD-RAM disc storage capacity
Recordable time of movies on
DVD-RAM disc
*
When recording only movies (containing video and
audio)
*
The total recordable time is half on each side
of disc.
*1
VBR stands for Variable Bit Rate.
Number of recordable stills on
DVD-RAM disc
Up to 999 stills per side (when recording only stills)
If the disc still has free space after recording 999
stills, movie can be recorded.
●Recordable time on DVD-R disc
Disc Storage Capacity
The movies and stills that can be recorded on an 8 cm disc used in this DVD video camera/recorder are
as follows: Prepare discs according to the scheduled recording time and conditions.
Movie quality mode
FINE (MPEG2,
approx. 6 Mbps)
STD (MPEG2,
approx. 3 Mbps)
Recordable time
approx. 30 minutes/side
approx. 60 minutes/side
•When using DVD-R disc, no still image can be
recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder.
•When using DVD-R disc, the recording quality
mode first used for recording on that disc is a
fixed mode: It cannot be changed on that disc.
Movie quality mode
XTRA (VBR*1
)
FINE (MPEG2,
approx. 6 Mbps)
STD (MPEG2,
approx. 3 Mbps)
Recordable time
approx. 36-120
minutes(varies depend-
ing on the subject)
approx. 60minutes
approx. 120 minutes
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Setting Up the DVD video camera/recorder
Holding DVD video camera/recorder
Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD
video camera/recorder up to the base of your
thumb.
Put your hand in a po-
sition where you can
easily operate the REC
button and the Zoom
lever.
Adjust the length of
hand strap so that the
DVD video camera/re-
corder is stable when
you press the REC but-
ton with your thumb.
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.
Caution: Do not lift the DVD video camera/re-
corder by holding the viewfinder or LCD moni-
tor: If the viewfinder or LCD monitor comes off,
the DVD video camera/recorder will fall.
Setups
This section explains preparations for recording - setting up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery
pack.
Pass the shoulder strap
through the shoulder
strap attachments.
Be sure to pass through
the 2 slots.
Be sure to pass through
the 2 slots.
Attaching Shoulder Strap
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Although the cores are not attached in the illustrations of the cables in text, be sure to attach the
ferrite core (provided) to the S-VIDEO cable (for DZ-MV238E(AU) and DZ-MV208E(AU)) using the following
procedure (the ferrite core was attached to the AV input/output cable at the factory):
(Ferrite cores reduce radio interference with your radio and TV.)
1Open the cover of ferrite core.
2Attach the core to the S-VIDEO cable at a posi-
tion approximately 5 cm from its end.
3Close the cover of core, taking care that it does
not catch the S-VIDEO cable.
Note: If you use an external microphone when
recording, attach the ferrite core (provided) to the
cable at a position approximately 5 cm from its
end: Wind the microphone cable round the core
once in the same way as for the S-VIDEO cable.
Using external microphone in modes other than
camera recording is not recommended.
Pass the provided string through the hole in the lens cap and attach it to the hand strap of DVD video
camera/recorder.
1Use the string to attach the cap to the DVD video
camera/recorder.
2Push the both sides of cap inward and attach it
over the lens.
Note: Always keep the lens cap on when not us-
ing the DVD video camera/recorder, to protect the
lens.
Note: When recording, attach the lens cap to the
hand strap by hooking the tab inside the cap onto
strap for comfortable shooting.
Attaching Lens Cap
Attaching Ferrite Cores
5cm
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Insert two AA (LR06) batteries (provided) into the remote control to power it.
1Open the battery compartment lid on the back
of remote control and insert the batteries.
2Close the lid.
Note: If the batteries are discharged, pressing any
button on remote control cannot operate the DVD
video camera/recorder: Replace the batteries.
Inserting Batteries into Remote Control
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.
Note: If there is an obstacle between the remote
control and infrared receiver on DVD video cam-
era/recorder, remote control may not be possible.
Note: 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.
●Using Remote Control
Point the remote control to the infrared receiver on
the DVD video camera/recorder. The remote con-
trollable distance is up to 5 m.
Approx. 5 m
10
10
15
15
30
Attaching Battery to DVD video camera/recorder
1Ra i se t he vi e w-
finder.
2Align the top of bat-
tery with the top
surface of battery at-
tachment platform
of DVD video cam-
era/recorder.
3While fitting the battery onto the DVD video
camera/recorder, slide it downward until a click
is heard.
Note: Make sure that the battery is securely at-
tached: Incomplete attachment could cause the
battery to fall, resulting in damage.
Setting Up the Battery
The DZ-BP14(R) battery pack 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 specified battery DZ-BP14(R)/DZ-BP16 (sold separately) or DZ-BP28 (sold sepa-
rately) for the DVD video camera/recorder: Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/
recorder to malfunction, or result in fire.
After using the DVD video camera/recorder, remove the battery from it.
1Set the power switch
to “POWER OFF” to
turn the DVD video
camera/recorder
off.
2Ra i se t he vi e w-
finder.
3While holding the BATTERY EJECT button
above the battery attachment platform, sllide the
battery upward to remove it.
Note: For safety, be sure to turn the DVD video
camera/recorder off before attaching or remov-
ing the battery.
Note: If the battery remains attached, minute
level current will flow even if the DVD video cam-
era/recorder is off, and the battery will discharge.
Removing Battery
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Charging Battery
Use the provided AC adapter to charge the battery.
1Attach the battery pack to the DVD
video camera/recorder.
2Connect the AC adapter between the
DC IN 8.4V jack on DVD video camera/
recorder and an AC outlet.
The CHARGE/ACCESS indicator will blink in
green and charging will start.
Note: Charge the battery in the temperature
range of 10 °C - 30 °C.
Note: Make sure that the battery is securely in-
stalled: Incomplete attachment could cause the
battery to fall and be damaged.
Note: If the power switch is set to “ VIDEO” or
“ PHOTO”, charging will not be performed.
Note: When connecting the power cable to the
DVD video camera/recorder, the pin of power
cable cannot be completely inserted into the DC
IN 8.4V jack, but this does not indicate a malfunc-
tion. Do not insert the power cable with undue
force: Doing so could result in malfunction.
AC adapter
CHARGE/ACCESS
indicator
Power cable
To AC outlet
●Battery pack charged status
You can realise the charged status of battery by checking the CHARGE/ACCESS indicator:
Charged status CHARGE/ACCESS indicator
0-50% Blinks once per 1-2 seconds
51-75% Blinks twice per 1-2 seconds
76% or more Blinks three times per 1-2 seconds
Fully charged Remains lit
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●Continuously recordable time on
DVD video camera/recorder with
fully charged battery
The reference for DVD video camera/recorder re-
cordable time with fully charged battery is between
40 and 60 minutes [with model DZ-BP14(R)/DZ-
BP16 (sold separately)] or between 70 and 100 min-
utes (with model DZ-BP28 (sold separately)):
Battery
When using
viewfinder
(in XTRA mode*)
When using
LCD monitor
(in XTRA mode*)
When using
viewfinder
(in FINE mode)
When using
LCD monitor
(in FINE mode)
When using
viewfinder
(in STD mode)
When using
LCD monitor
(in STD mode)
DZ-BP14(R)/
DZ-BP16(Sold
separately)
DZ-BP28
(Sold separately)
Without any extraordinary operation, such
as zooming:
The continuously DVD video camera/recorder re-
cordable time in the above 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 record-
ing, the battery will discharge 2-3 times faster than
this reference, since the REC button and zoom are
being operated, and playback is performed. As-
sume that the recordable time with a fully charged
battery is between 40 and 60 minutes [with model
DZ-BP14(R)/DZ-BP16 (sold separately)] or be-
tween 70 and 100 minutes (with model DZ-BP28
(sold separately)), and prepare the type and
number of batteries to allow for the time you are
planning to record on the DVD video camera/re-
corder.
Note that the battery discharges faster in cold
places.
●The time taken for charging the
battery is as follows (at 25 °C)
DZ-BP14(R)/DZ-BP16
(sold separately)
170 min
DZ-BP28
(sold separately)
270 min
Note: During and after charging, the battery will
be warm, but this does not indicate a fault.
Note: If the following phenomena appear, the
battery may be dead: Replace it.
–Charging does not start within 10 seconds (the
CHARGE/ACCESS indicator does not light)
–The battery cannot be charged up to 75% if
more than 9 hours has elapsed after charging
started.
–The battery cannot be fully charged if more
than 5 hours has elapsed after it was charged
to 75%.
Note: Charge the battery at ambient tempera-
ture 10°C - 30 C: Charging at temperatures other°
than this range could damage the battery.
(approx.)
*The time in XTRA mode is only for reference: It
varies depending on recording contents (the
XTRA mode can be set on the DZ-MV238E(AU)
and DZ-MV230E(UK) only).
DVD-
RAM
120 min
105 min
120 min
105 min
130 min
115 min
DVD-R
—
—
115 min
100 min
125 min
110 min
DVD-
RAM
210 min
180 min
210 min
180 min
225 min
200 min
DVD-R
—
—
200 min
170 min
215 min
190 min
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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: Be sure to use the specified battery (DZ-
BP14(R)/DZ-BP16 (sold separately) or DZ-BP28 (sold
separately)). Using other batteries could cause
faulty DVD video camera/recorder operation, or
possibly a fire.
Note: If a charged battery is stored, it will discharge
on its own; therefore, it is recommended that you
charge the battery shortly before using the DVD
video camera/recorder, such as on the day before
you plan to use it. You do not need to completely
discharge the battery before charging it.
Note: When you are not using the DVD video cam-
era/recorder, remove the battery and store it in a
dark, cool place. If you store it in a place where the
temperature is high, the battery life will be short-
ened. Especially be sure not to store the battery in
an environment (in a closed vehicle) over 60 °C:
Neglecting this could damage the battery.
Handling the dead battery
•Do not dispose of the dead battery: Let
a rechargeable battery recycling coop-
erative store take charge of it.
Using charge marker
•For a charged battery, slide the charge
marker knob at rear so that the charge
marker ( ) is visible: Uncharged bat-●
teries can thus be easily identified.
Note: It is recommended that you fully charge the
battery once a year, attach it to the DVD video
camera/recorder and use it up; then remove the
battery and store it in a cool place again.
Note: The battery can be repeatedly charged
and used, but will eventually be dead: The bat-
tery life varies greatly depending on the ambient
environment and how often the DVD video cam-
era/recorder is used. If the usable time of DVD
video camera/recorder with a fully charged bat-
tery is noticeably short, the battery is probably
dead: Purchase a new battery.
Charge
marker
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Using DVD video camera/recorder with AC Adapter
It is recommended that you use the AC adapter 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. And
be sure to use the AC adapter to power the DVD video camera/recorder when finalising a disc.
Note: Be sure to use the specified AC adapter to power the DVD video camera/recorder. Using other AC
adapters could cause electric shock or result in fire.
Note: The AC adapter can be used around the
world. An AC plug adapter is required in some for-
eign countries. If you need one purchase it from
your Hitachi distributor.
Note: If the CHARGE/ACCESS indicator does not
light when the AC adapter is plugged into AC
outlet, unplug it from the AC outlet, wait a few mo-
ments, and then plug it into the AC outlet again. If
the CHARGE/ACCESS indicator still does not light,
the AC adapter may be faulty. Unplug it from the
AC outlet and consult your dealer.
1Set the power switch to POWER OFF“ ” to turn
the DVD video camera/recorder off.
2Connect the AC adapter between the DC IN 8.4V
jack on DVD video camera/recorder and an AC
outlet.
CHARGE/ACCESS
indicator
AC adapter
Power cable
To AC outlet
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Setting Date and Time
Set the current date and time correctly so that the date and time you make a recording can be
recorded correctly.
Setting the correct date and time will allow you to store the correct information on recording.
(The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set.)
1Set the power switch to “ VIDEO or”
“ PHOTO to turn the DVD video camera/”
recorder on.
2Press the MENU button.
The menu screen will appear.
3Use th e j o y s t i c k t o
choose “Date Setup”
and then Date Set“ ”.
4Press the button.
The figure for the day will be selected.
[The digit that is high-
lighted 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 day, tilt the
joystick to right to select the digit to be set. If you
press the button after selecting the figure for
the day, the screen for verifying the set date will
appear instead of screen for setting month, year
or time.
5Tilt the joystick to left or
right to select the digit
you want to set in se-
quence.
Tilt the joystick up or
dow n to s el e ct t he
number for c urre nt
date/time, and then re-
peat step 5 to set the cur-
rent date and time.
6After setting the current
date and time, press the
button.
The screen for verifying
the set date will appear.
7If the displayed date and time are correct, use
the joystick to choose , and then press the“YES”
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 incorpo-
rates 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 to DVD video camera/
recorder, and leave them for at least 24 hours with
the DVD video camera/recorder turned off: The
built-in battery will be charged.
Power switch
MENU
button
Joystick
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You can select one of three date display formats: day/month/year, month/day/year or year/month/
day. Associated with the selected date display, the time display format will also change as follows:
1Press the MENU button.
The menu screen will appear.
2Use the joystick to
choose “Date Mode”
on the Date Setup“ ”
menu screen, and then
press the button.
The options will appear on the right of “Date
Mode”: The mark will be attached to the cur-
rently selected option.
3Use the joystick to se-
lect the desired date
display format, and
then press the but-
ton.
The menu screen for setting date will be restored,
and the Date Mode has been changed as you“ ”
designated.
4Press 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
p. 53).
Changing Display Format of Date and Time
Example of display
17:30
25/5/2002
5:30PM
5/25/2002
PM5:30
2002/5/25
Display format
D/M/Y
M/D/Y
Y/M/D
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Inserting and Ejecting Disc
1Make sure that the
DVD video camera/
recorder is turned off.
Set the power switch to
“ ”POWER OFF .
2Press down the DISC
EJECT button.
The cover of disc
insertion block (hand
strap) will slightly
open.
3Gently open the
cover by hand
until it stops.
4Insert the disc, in cartridge or caddy, into the
disc guide.
Set a both-side recordable disc into the disc guide
so that the label of side on which you want to
record faces the hand strap.
Inserting Disc
With this DVD video camera/recorder the recorded video and audio are stored on DVD-RAM* or DVD-R disc.
* When using an uninitialised DVD-RAM disc, it must be formatted (see p. 88).
How to set both-side recordable disc
•The actual recording surface of side [A] is op-
posite to that on which is marked. If“SIDE A”
you view the image recorded on side [A] on
another device, set the disc in it with indica-
tion “SIDE A” facing up.
•The cartridge has a fixed orientation when it
is inserted into the DVD video camera/re-
corder: Insert it correctly referring to the illus-
tration shown below.
To record on side [B], turn the cartridge over.
How to set one-side recordable disc
•Set the disc with the label side up in the caddy,
and then insert the caddy correctly referring
to the illustration shown below.
The caddy has a mark: Insert it with this
mark forward.
Power switch
DISC EJECT button
A
Actual
recording
surface
Laser
Side A
indica-
tion of
disc
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5Gently push the section indicated “PUSH/
CLOSE” on the cover of disc insertion block
(hand strap), to close the cover.
6Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on.
Set the power switch to “ VIDEO or ” “
PHOTO”: An image will appear in the view-
finder and disc recognition will start.
Note: If the disc is forcibly inserted from the wrong
direction, the DVD video camera/recorder, or car-
tridge or caddy could be damaged.
Note: When using a one-sided recordable disc,
insert it with the recording surface facing the in-
side of DVD video camera/recorder.
● When using DVD-RAM disc
The subject image will appear in the viewfinder or
on LCD screen, and the DVD video camera/re-
corder will start to recognise the disc. Subsequently,
the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the re-
cording pause status.
● When using DVD-R disc
Recognition of the disc will
start.
When you use a brand-new
disc, the messages on the
right will appear in se-
quence by pressing the
button between messages.
When recording on
this DVD video cam-
era/recorder:
When message Format the“
disc now? appears, choose”
“ ”YES and then press the
button. The disc will
be automatically formatted
for use on this DVD video
camera/recorder.
After formatting, message
“DVD-R disc, Video mode
cannot be changed will”
appear (see page 26): Press
the button to erase the
message.
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.
When recording data from PC:
While the above messages are being displayed,
press the button, or when message “Format the
disc now? appears, choose and then press” “NO”
the button.
However, if data from PC has not yet been recorded,
the disc can be made usable on this DVD video cam-
era/recorder. When inserting the disc into this DVD
video camera/recorder, the same message will ap-
pear: If you wish to use it on this DVD video cam-
era/recorder, choose YES .“ ”
Note: It will take more time than usual after the
disc is inserted before recording can begin in the
following cases:
– When the cover of disc insertion block is open
– When the date changes (first recording of a day)
– When the temperature has changed greatly
from the previous recording status
– When a disc with scratches, dirt or fingerprints is
inserted
Note: If the following discs are inserted, the Disc
Navigation screen will appear or some message
will be displayed:
– Disc with little remaining free space
– Write-protected disc
– Finalised DVD-R disc
– Disc recorded on another device
– Unknown type of disc
Record-
ing
pause (In case of movie)
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1
Set the power switch to POWER OFF“ ” to turn
the DVD video camera/recorder off.
A click will be heard, which means that the disc
is unlocked and can be removed.
2Push down the DISC EJECT button.
The cover of disc insertion block (hand strap)
will open slightly.
3Gently open the cover until it stops.
When the cover is fully open, the disc will
slightly come out from the disc guide, and stop.
Note: Do not remove the disc with the battery
attachment platform of DVD video camera/re-
corder facing down: Disc could fall out.
4Remove the disc.
Hold the disc by its sides as shown in the illus-
tration and gently pull it out.
Note: Be careful when removing the disc, since
the temperature at the shutter will be very high.
5
Gently push the section indicated “PUSH/
CLOSE” on the cover of disc insertion block
(hand strap), to close the cover.
Note: Even after the DVD video camera/recorder
is turned on, the disc can be removed unless it is in
recording status. Press down the DISC EJECT but-
ton and hold it for at least 2 seconds: A click will
be heard and the disc will be unlocked. Push down
the DISC EJECT button once again to remove the
disc. (The DISC EJECT indicator on the LCD screen
will change from white to pink at this time.) It is
recommended that you turn the DVD video cam-
era/recorder off before inserting or ejecting disc
to prevent misoperation.
Note: Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm
DVD-RAM disc or DVD-R disc into the disc insertion
block: Doing so could cause malfunctions.
Note: Set the power switch to “ ”POWER OFF to
turn the DVD video camera/recorder off. Do not
remove the battery to turn the camera/recorder
off: If you do so, the disc cannot be removed. If
the disc cannot be removed, use the AC adapter,
etc. to power the DVD video camera/recorder. Set
the power switch to “ VIDEO”, then “ ”POWER OFF
to make sure by the sound that the disc is unlocked,
and then remove the disc.
Note: If you push down the DISC EJECT button,
the disc will not come out until it completely stops
rotating. After the lock release sound is heard, wait
for a few moments and then push down the DISC
EJECT button again.
Removing Disc
PUSH
CLOSE
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Opening LCD Monitor
If you open the LCD monitor, you can monitor subject image on the LCD screen. If the monitor is open,
the viewfinder will be off.
Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor.
The LCD monitor can be opened up to approxi-
mately 90°.
If the LCD monitor is open 90 , it can be tilted°
with 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.
Tilt the LCD monitor to adjust its vertical angle
so that you can see the screen easily.
Note: Be sure to open the LCD monitor approxi-
mately 90° before changing its vertical angle.
Note: Do not record for a prolonged time with the
LCD monitor turned approximately 180 in close°
contact with the DVD video camera/recorder
body: Doing this could cause the DVD video cam-
era/recorder and LCD monitor to become hot.
90°
Turning DVD Video Camera/Recorder On
While holding down the red button at the centre
of power switch, turn the switch to set it to
“ VIDEO or PHOTO” “ ”.
Note: When power is turned on, the self-diagnosis
function of DVD video camera/recorder may work,
and some message may appear. If any message
appears, refer to “Trouble Messages” (p. 100).
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
90°180°
OPEN button
90°
Power switch
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1
Press the LCD BRIGHT button.
The “ ”BRIGHT indicator will light on the screen.
(The indicator will go out in approximately 5
seconds.)
2Use the button to adjust the brightness.
Pressing will change the brightness of LCD
screen and also move the position of “BRIGHT”
bar scale.
LCD Screen Brightness Adjustment
Closing LCD Monitor
B
efore 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.
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 cam-
era/recorder with its screen facing outside. If the
LCD monitor is tilted, it cannot be closed to the
DVD video camera/recorder.
Note: If the LCD monitor is not securely locked to
the DVD video camera/recorder, no image will
appear in the viewfinder.
Viewing Subject through Viewfinder
Adjust the angle of viewfinder as you like, and
fit your eye to the eyecup.
If the image is blurred, you can adjust the focus.
Adjust the dioptre control under the eyecup so
that the subject image can be seen clearly.
Note: If the LCD monitor is open, the viewfinder
will be off.
BRIGHT indicator
button
LCD BRIGHT button
Dioptre control
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Recording Movie
1Set the power switch to VIDEO .“ ”
Once the DVD video camera/recorder starts to
recognise the disc, the CHARGE/ACCESS in-
dicator will light.
When recognition is finished, the CHARGE/
ACCESS indicator will go out.
2Press the REC button.
The “ ” mark in the viewfinder or on the LCD
screen will change to the “ ” mark, and re-
cording 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.
3When recording is finished, set the power switch
to “POWER OFF” to turn the DVD video cam-
era/recorder off.
Note: When recording in a dark place, it is rec-
ommended that you use the optional video light
(model DZ-LD9). Refer to the instruction manual of
video light for details.
Note: Press down the LOCK switch above the
power switch to lock movie recording: The power
switch will lock and thereafter will not move to
“ PHOTO” by mistake.
Note: Sound is recorded from the stereo micro-
phone on the front of DVD video camera/recorder:
Take care that this microphone is not blocked.
Note: You can press the REC button immediately
after recording is finished, but no further recording
will be made while “DISC ACCESS” is being displayed.
Recording will restart after the message disappears.
Note: If a very bright subject is recorded, stripe-like
lights may appear above and below the subject.
Note: Take care that power is not interrupted
while the CHARGE/ACCESS indicator is blinking.
Note: The minimum recordable time of movie is
approximately 3 seconds.
Note: See page 65 for setting of Record LED (re-
cording indicator) On/Off.
Note: For various functions available during record-
ing, see “ ”Setting Up Camera Functions on page 54.
Note: Hitachi cannot be responsible for video
and audio that cannot be recorded or edited be-
cause of any defect.
Note: The power switch can be changed over
even during recording, but the operation will not
be changed.
●
Power save and discharge of battery
If, when Power Save: On“ ” is specified, the DVD video
camera/recorder is left in the recording pause status for
approximately 5 minutes, it will automatically turn off.
To restart recording, set the power switch to
“ ” “POWER OFF , and then set it to VIDEO”.
To set or release power save, see Setting or Re-“
leasing Power Save on page 64.”
It is recommended that you specify Power Save: On“ ”,
since even during recording pause battery power is
consumed at the same level as during recording. Es-
pecially when power save has been released, turn the
DVD video camera/recorder off when not in use.
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 microphone and start recording.
For details on microphone, see Major Specifications on page 111.“ ”
To external
microphone jack
CHARGE/ACCESS
indicator
Power switch
LOCK switch
REC button
Insert a recordable DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc into this DVD video camera/recorder.
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1Set the power switch to PHOTO to turn“ ”
the DVD video camera/recorder on.
Once the DVD video camera/recorder starts to
recognise the disc, the CHARGE/ACCESS in-
dicator will light.
When recognition is finished, the CHARGE/
ACCESS indicator will go out.
Make sure that appears on the screen (view-
finder or LCD).
Note: If the power switch is set to “ PHOTO”,
the LOCK switch cannot be moved. Do not try to
force it: Doing so could cause a fault.
2Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or
LCD).
3Press the REC button.
The DVD video camera/recorder automatically
focuses on the subject at the centre of screen
(when auto focus is selected).
The screen will be black, and then the recorded
still will be displayed.
When message "DISC ACCESS" disappears, re-
cording of still will be complete.
4Set the power switch to POWER OFF“ ” to turn
the DVD video camera/recorder off.
Note: When the power switch is set to “ PHOTO”,
flickering may occur in image on the LCD screen.
●Image quality
The quality of still recording cannot be switched.
●Setting Video Flash (sold sepa-
rately)
When recording still images in a dark place, or
when the subject is lit from rear, it is recommended
that you use the optional Video Flash (model DZ-
FLH3). Refer to the instruction manual of Video
Flash for details.
Recording Stills
This DVD video camera/recorder can record two types of still image on disc - a still to be viewed on TV
(MPEG image of 704 576 pixels) and a still to be used on PC [JPEG image of 1280 × × 960 pixels (on DZ-
MV238E(AU) and DZ-MV230E(UK)), 1024 × 768 pixels (on DZ-MV208E(AU) and DZ-MV200E(UK))].
Note: Recording of still images is possible only on DVD-RAM disc.
Note: 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.
Note: The DVD video camera/recorder automati-
cally sets the shutter speed between 1/800 and 1/
30 second (between 1/800 and 1/10 second if
Programme AE has been set to Low Light)
depending on the subject brightness.
Note: During recording of stills, the electronic im-
age stabilizer will not function.
Still recording mode
Number of recordable stills
Model
DZ-MV238E(AU)/
DZ-MV230E(UK)
DZ-MV208E(AU)/
DZ-MV200E(UK)
JPEG
1,280
× 960
1,024
× 768
Still image External input
still image
MPEG
704
× 576
704
× 576
JPEG
640
× 480
640
× 480
MPEG
704
× 576
704
× 576
(pixels)
Setting
of Video
Flash
Auto
On
Off
On-screen
information
(No
display)
Manner for
emitting light
Automatically emits
light in dark place or in
a place lit from rear.
Always emits light re-
gardless of brightness
No light emission
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Playing Back
Immediately Checking Recorded Scene
You can check your recording immediately on the spot.
1Press button in the recording pause status.
The DVD video camera/recorder will enter the
playback mode, and playback will start from the
first image of the scene you have recorded last.
When playback is finished, the DVD video cam-
era/recorder will enter the pause status at the
last image on disc.
2Press the button.
Playback will stop, and recording pause status
will be restored.
Note: When the LCD monitor is opened, playback
sound will be heard from the speaker. Adjust the
sound volume using the volume control buttons ( ,
).
Note: To temporarily stop playback, press the
button. Press the button again to re-
start playback.
Note: Even if you stop playback midway and im-
mediately start recording again, the new image
will always be recorded after previously recorded
images (these images will not be overwritten).
Note: When playback is finished, the mark will
appear at the last image. If the DVD video cam-
era/recorder is left without being operated, it will
return to the recording pause status after approxi-
mately 5 minutes.
Note: If the button is pressed while the
mark is being displayed, playback will start from
the first scene recorded on disc.
Skip Playback
During playback, tilt the joystick up or down
to locate the start of desired scene.
Tilt once : To return to the first image of
the scene being played back,
and start playback.
Tilt once :To skip to the first image of the
scene following the one being
played back, and start play-
back.
Tilt and hold :To continuously locate the be-
ginnings of scenes, starting
from the scene preceding the
scene being played back. When
the desired image appears, re-
lease the joystick: Playback will
start from that point.
Tilt and hold:To continuously locate the be-
ginnings of scenes, starting
from the scene following the
scene being played back. When
the desired image appears, re-
lease the joystick: Playback will
start from that point.
Note: If you perform skip playback during play-
back pause, the DVD video camera/recorder will
enter the playback pause status at the beginning
of the located scene.
Note: Tilting down in the last scene on disc will
set the DVD video camera/recorder to the play-
back pause status at the last image.
Note: If the temperature inside the DVD video
camera/recorder is high, it may not operate nor-
mally. In such a case, turn the DVD video camera/
recorder off, wait for a while, and then turn it on
again.
Tilt up twice Tilt up once Tilt down once Tilt down twice
Portion being played back
Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3
Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3
Portion being played back
Tilt up once Tilt down once Tilt down twice
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.
buttons Joystick
button
Speaker
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Search Playback
During playback, tilt the joystick to left or right
and hold it: Search playback of scenes will
start.
: Scenes will be visually scanned forward
: 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 play-
back or playback pause, the screen will be dark
briefly.
Note: If the temperature inside the DVD video
camera/recorder is high, it may not operate nor-
mally. In such a case, turn the DVD video camera/
recorder off, wait for a while, and then turn it on
again.
Frame Advance/Frame Back/Slow Playback
During playback pause, tilt the joystick to left
or right : Frame advance, frame back or slow
playback will start.
Tilt once :Picture will advance one frame.
Tilt once :
Picture will go back half a second.
Tilt and hold :Forward slow playback
Tilt and hold :Reverse slow playback
Note: In forward slow, a rapidly moving subject im-
age may be distorted.
Note: In reverse slow, the image will be rougher.
Note: No sound will be heard during search play-
back or slow playback.
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Searching for Point You Wish to View by Specifying It (Go To)
1Press the MENU button
during playback or
playback pause.
The “Go To menu”
screen will appear.
2Use the joystick to choose the option (point you
want to go to), and then press the button.
Top : To go to the start of first scene on disc
(scene 1), and enter playback pause.
End : To go to the end of last scene on disc,
and enter playback pause.
Specify : To go to a specified point and enter
playback pause. See the following for
details.
You can specify any point that you want to view in order to search for it.
2Use the joystick to select the desired time of cho-
sen point.
: To select the start of first scene on disc.
: To select the end of last scene on disc.
: To move the cursor toward the end of
last scene on disc in one-minute units.
: To move the cursor toward the start of
first scene on disc in units of a minute.
3Press the button to enter the selection.
The DVD video camera/recorder will go to the
specified point and enter the playback pause
status.
To cancel the Go To procedure midway, press the“ ”
button before going to the specified point.
Note: The cursor may not move at same-pitch in-
tervals.
●Specifying the point to view
1Choose “ ”Specify in step 2 above, and then press
the button.
The screen for specifying the point to go to will
appear.
(When the start of scene is selected)
Recording time
of this scene
Cursor position
Cursor
Time to the midway
point of this scene

Produkt Specifikationer

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Kategori: Videokamera
Model: DZ-MV208E

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