Hitachi DZMV100A User manual

Instruction Manual

DZ-MV100A

HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.

HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION

1855 Dornoch Court

San Diego, CA 92154-7225

Tel. 1-800-HITACHI

(1-800-448-2244)

HITACHI CANADA LTD.

DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISON

6740 Campobello Road

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8

CANADA

Tel. 1-800-HITACHI

(1-800-448-2244)

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DZ-MV100A Instruction Manual

Important Information

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For Your Safety

The POWER switch turns the DVD camcorder on and off, leaving the date/time fea-

ture unaffected. If the camcorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time,

turn it off .

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.

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-

SIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SER-

VICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR

ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, AND

FULLY INSERT PLUG.

CLASS 1

LASERPRODUCT

CAUTION

This product contains a laser diode of

higher class than 1. To ensure contin-

ued safety, do not remove any covers

or attempt to gain access to the in-

side of the product. Refer all servicing

to qualified personnel.

The DVD camcorder and AC adapter/

charger have the following caution marks.

Identifications of caution marks

This symbol warns the user

that uninsulated voltage

within the unit may have suf-

ficient magnitude to cause

electrical 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 important literature

concerning the operation

and maintenance of this unit

has been included. Therefore, it should

be read carefully to avoid any problems.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING : Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain cir-

cumstances, copy-right law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted

materials.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-

Causing Equipment Regulations.

Warning: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, includ-

ing interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-

dential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-

quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-

tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there

is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which

can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged

to try to correct by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

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

Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by

the manufacturer void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks

of Microsoft Corporation.

Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

"Dolby" and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

reserved.

Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names

belonging to each company.

Important Information

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 camcorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before op-

erating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference.

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INSTALLATION

1 Read and Follow Instructions

— All the safety and operating instruc-

tions should be read before the video

product is operated. Follow all operating

and use instructions.

2 Retain Instructions – The safety

and operating instructions should be re-

tained for future reference.

3 Heed Warnings – Comply with all

warnings on the video product and in the

operating instructions.

4 Polarized Plug – This video prod-

uct is equipped with a polarized alternat-

ing – current line plug (a plug having one

blade wider than the other). This plug

will fit into the power 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 re-

place your obsolete outlet. To prevent

electric shock do not use this polarized

plug with an extension cable, receptacle

or other outlet unless

the blades can be

fully inserted without

blade exposure. If

you need an exten-

sion, use a polarized

cable.

5 Power Sources – This video prod-

uct should be operated only from the type

of power source indicated on the marking

label. If you are not sure of the type of

power supply to your home, consult your

video dealer or local power company. For

video products intended to operate from

battery power, or other sources, refer to

the operating instructions.

6 Overloading – Do not overload wall

outlets and extension cables as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Overloaded AC outlets and extension

cables are dangerous, and so are frayed

power cables, damaged or cracked wire

insulation and broken plugs. They may

result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodi-

cally examine the

cord and have it re-

placed by your ser-

vice technician if ap-

pearance indicates

damage or deterio-

rated insulation.

7 Power – Cable Protection –

Power-supply cables 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 cables

at plugs, convenience receptacles, and

the point where they exit from the appli-

ance.

tripod, bracket, or table recommended

by the manufacturer, or sold with the

video product. Any mounting of the prod-

uct should follow the manufacturer’s in-

structions, and should use a mounting

accessory recommended by the manu-

facturer.

12 An appliance and

cart combination should

be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive

force, and uneven sur-

faces may cause the appliance and cart

combination to overturn.

13 Power Lines – An outside antenna

system should not be located in the vicin-

ity of overhead power lines or other elec-

tric light or power circuits, or where it can

fall into such power lines or circuits. When

installing an outside antenna system, ex-

treme care should be taken to keep from

touching or approaching such power lines

or circuits as contact with them might be

fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can

be hazardous and should be left to a pro-

fessional antenna installer.

8 Ventilation – Slots and openings

in the cabinet are provided for ventilation

to ensure reliable operation of the video

product and to protect it from overheat-

ing. 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 sur-

face. This video product should never

be placed near or over a radiator or heat

be placed in a built-in installation such as

a bookcase or rack unless proper venti-

lation is provided or the video product

manufacturer’s instructions have been

followed.

9 Attachments – Do not use attach-

ments unless recommended by the video

product manufacturer as they may cause

hazards.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety.

Powerline operated equipment or acces-

sories 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 ser-

vice personnel.

10 Water and Moisture – Do not use

this video product near water -for ex-

ample, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet base-

ment, or near a swimming pool, and the

like.

11 Accessories – Do not place this

video product on an unstable cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table. The video prod-

uct may fall, causing serious injury to a

child or adult, and serious damage to the

appliance. Use only with a cart, stand,

Important Safeguards

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USE

14 Cleaning – Unplug this video prod-

uct from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. 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 elec-

tric 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

unused for long periods of time, unplug it

from the wall outlet and disconnect the

antenna or cable-system. This will pre-

vent damage to the video product due to

lightning and power-line surges.

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SERVICE

17 Servicing – Do not attempt to ser-

vice this video product yourself as open-

ing or removing covers may expose you

to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

Refer all servicing to qualified service per-

sonnel.

18 Conditions Requiring Service –

Unplug this video product from the wall

outlet and refer servicing to qualified ser-

vice personnel under the following con-

ditions.

a. When the power

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supply cable 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 ex-

posed to rain or water.

d. If the video product does not oper-

ate normally by following the operat-

ing instructions. Adjust only those

controls that are covered by the op-

erating instructions. Improper adjust-

ment of other controls may result in

damage and will often require exten-

sive work by a qualified technician to

restore the video product to its nor-

mal operation.

e. If the video product has been

dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged.

f. When the video product exhibits a

distinct change in performance – this

indicates a need for service!

19 Replacement Parts – When re-

placement parts are required, have the

service technician verify that the replace-

ments he uses have the same safety char-

acteristics as the original parts. Use of

replacements specified by the video prod-

uct manufacturer can prevent fire, elec-

tric shock or other hazards.

20 Safety Check – Upon completion

of any service or repairs to this video

product, ask the service technician to per-

form safety checks recommended by the

manufacturer to determine that the

video product is in safe operating condi-

tion.

21 Heat – The product should be situ-

ated away from heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

products (including amplifiers) that pro-

duce heat.

Important Safeguards

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER

1. Save these Instructions - This page

contains important safety and oper-

ating instructions for AC Adapter/

Charger Model DZ-ACP1.

2. Before using AC Adapter/Charger,

read all instructions and cautionary

markings on (1) AC Adapter/Charger,

(2) battery and (3) product using bat-

tery.

3. Also read all instructions on pages

4-6.

4. Caution - To reduce risk of injury,

charge only rechargeable battery,

DZ-BP16 or DZ-BP28.

Other types of batteries may burst

causing personal injury and damage.

5. Do not expose charger to rain or

snow.

6. Use of an attachment not recom-

mended or sold by the battery

charger manufacturer may result in

a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

to persons.

7. To reduce risk of damage to electric

plug and cable, pull by plug rather

than cable when disconnecting

charger.

8. Make sure cable is located so that it

will not be stepped on, tripped over,

or otherwise subjected to damage or

stress.

9. Do not operate charger with dam-

aged cable or plug - replace them

immediately.

10. An extension cable should not be

used unless absolutely necessary.

Use of improper extension cable

could result in a risk of fire and elec-

tric shock. If extension cord must

be used, make sure:

A. The pins on plug of extension cable

are the same number, size, and

shape as those of plug on charger.

B. That extension cable is properly

wired and in good electrical con-

dition; and

C. That wire size should be met be-

low:

Minimum Length of extension cable

AWG size (feet)

18 Equal to or less than 100

16 Equal to or less than 150

11. Do not operate charger if it has re-

ceived a sharp blow, been dropped,

or otherwise damaged in any way;

take it to a qualified serviceman.

12. Do not disassemble charger: take it

to a qualified serviceman when ser-

vice or repair is required. Incorrect

reassembly may result in a risk of

electric shock or fire.

13. To reduce risk of electric shock, un-

plug charger from outlet before at-

tempting any maintenance or clean-

ing.

Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger

Read This First

To guide you, we’ve included following seven chapters.

• Chapter 1, “Introduction”, guides you how to use your DVD camcorder efficiently,

and explains the overview of your DVD camcorder.

• Chapter 2, “Set-up”, explains how to set up your DVD camcorder for recording.

• Chapter 3, “Recording”, explains how to record movies, still pictures, etc. Read

thoroughly before starting to record.

• Chapter 4, “Playback”, explains how to play back recorded images and sound,

search for scenes you want to play back, and use Disc Navigation for editing

scenes and play lists.

• Chapter 5, “DVD camcorder settings”, explains how to operate the on-screen

menu for desired settings.

• Chapter 6, “Connecting DVD camcorder to other devices”, explains how to use

the DVD camcorder with a TV, other AV devices or a personal computer.

• Chapter 7, “Subsidiary Information”, shows various information, including what to

do when you are in trouble. Refer to each item as needed.

We want this manual to be as helpful as possible, so it includes two easy ways

to find the information you need:

• A quick index for the information you use most often (this page).

• A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly (page 10).

Get to know your DVD camcorder by using this manual, and get to know Hitachi.

We appreciate your business.

Quick Index

Charging Battery Pack ....................................................... 40

Recording Movie ............................................................... 66

Immediately Checking Recorded Scene................................ 93

Connecting to a TV and Viewing Playback Pictures............. 140

Connecting to Your Personal Computer.............................. 148

Read This First

Contents

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

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

Important Safeguards ................................................................................... 4

Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger ..................................7

Read This First .............................................................................................. 8

Trial Record and Play Back ............................................................. 12

Before You Begin ............................................................................. 17

Features of DVD camcorder ........................................................................ 18

Cautions when using .................................................................................. 20

Cautions when storing ................................................................................ 24

Suggestions and restrictions ....................................................................... 25

About this text ............................................................................................ 25

Checking provided accessories .................................................................. 26

Names of parts ........................................................................................... 29

DVD-RAM discs .......................................................................................... 33

Setups .............................................................................................. 39

Setting the battery ...................................................................................... 40

Using DVD camcorder with AC adapter/charger ......................................... 45

Setting up the DVD camcorder ................................................................... 47

Setting date and time .................................................................................. 52

Setting up the infrared remote control ......................................................... 54

Using the infrared remote control ................................................................55

Recording ......................................................................................... 57

Basic handling of DVD camcorder .............................................................. 58

Recording movie ......................................................................................... 66

Useful functions during recording of movie .................................................. 71

Recording stills ........................................................................................... 82

Playing Back, Deleting and Editing Your Recordings .................... 91

Playing back ............................................................................................... 92

Using Disc Navigation ................................................................................. 98

Starting Disc Navigation ........................................................................ 100

Buttons used for operating Disc Navigation .......................................... 101

Selecting a Scene ................................................................................. 104

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