Page 1 Betrieb zu gewährleisten. Mode d’emploi Des performances optimales et un fonctionnement à long terme seront assurés en appliquant les présentes instructions après avoir entièrement lu ce mode d’emploi. DVDCAM PC Software Support Centre URL http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/...
Page 2: Important Information
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.
Page 3 Important for United Kingdom (for DZ-GX20E (UK)/DZ-MV780E (UK)/DZ-MV750E (UK)/DZ-MV730E (UK)) 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.
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD video camera/ recorder and accessory equipment.
Page 5: Cautions When Using
Cautions When Using Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: • The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. • If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear soon, turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again.
Page 6 • Cleaning the lens is not necessary when using this DVD video camera/recorder in the usual way. • Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD video camera/recorder to be faulty. • If you have to clean the lens, use a Hitachi Maxell cleaner that is exclusively for 8 cm DVD discs.
Page 7 Be careful of moisture condensation: • When you move the DVD video camera/recorder between places where the difference in temperatures is great – such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle –...
Page 8 Do not wipe the DVD video camera/recorder case with benzene or thinner: • The coating of case could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate. • When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions. Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories: •...
Page 9: Cautions When Storing
Cautions When Storing Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time: • The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged.
Page 10: Suggestions And Restrictions
• This DVD video camera/recorder is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback. The recorded contents cannot be compensated for: • Hitachi cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD video camera/recorder, disc or card.
Page 11: Read This First
Get to know your DVD video camera/recorder by • The section on “Disc Navigation” explains using this manual, and get to know Hitachi. We editing with Disc Navigation: Refer to this appreciate your business. section when finalising DVD-R disc and Quick Index initialising DVD-RAM disc.
Page 12: Introduction
Introduction ●You can start recording immediately after stopping playback (p. 52, 61) Unlike tape devices, you do not need to search for the recording start position or locate the beginning of blank portion. You can stop playback and immediately start recording: New recording will not overwrite any previously recorded data.
Page 13 ●You can easily edit scenes, which ●Create original DVDs on PC is quite difficult with tape (p. 82) (p. 144) Using this DVD video camera/recorder, you can You can create an original DVD, using the collect scenes of your child, for example, on play provided software CD-ROM.
Page 14: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Information......... 2 ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER ........43 For Your Safety..........2 REMOVING BATTERY........43 Precautions............2 BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR..45 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS... 4 EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY ......45 Cautions When Using ........5 USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER......
Page 15 Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS (RESET)........99 (Exposure) .............76 Compensating for Backlight ......76 Disc Navigation Using External Microphone ......77 Using Disc Navigation ........100 Built-in Video Flash (for DZ-GX20E only) ..78 STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC NAVIGATION..........100 Viewing on TV Screen........79 PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION...
Page 16 Be sure to read the following before opening DELETING PLAY LIST (DELETE) ....127 Go To............. 128 the package of CD-ROM ......176 TOP (END) ............128 Disc or Card Management......129 INITIALISING DISC OR CARD (FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD) ....129 PROTECTING DISC FROM WRITING (PROTECT DISC)...........
Page 17: About This Manual
About This Manual ●Displays in this manual Understand that the displays are different from those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. ●Notation of cancel button Press the stop/cancel button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding one.
Page 18: Checking Provided Accessories
Checking Provided Accessories Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package: Battery (model DZ-BP14S): Battery (model DZ-BP7S): AC adapter/charger For DZ-GX20E only. For DZ-MV780E, DZ-MV750E or DZ- (model DZ-ACS2 (E)): Portable power supply for this DVD video MV730E only.
Page 19: Names Of Parts
Names of Parts D IS C T IO N N A V IG A S E L E C X IT S T O P /E M E N U (Inside the cover) 1 Light receiving sensor 9 Zoom lever (p. 59) (for DZ-GX20E only) Push the lever to the T side for telephoto, or to the W side for wide-angle.
Page 20 P H O T A C C E S S /P C D IS C E J E C T 15 Viewfinder (p. 39) 21 BATTERY EJECT button (p. 43) Press this button when removing the battery. 16 Dioptre control (p. 39) 22 Battery attachment platform (p.
Page 21 30 31 32 DISC NAVIGATION SELECT STOP/EXIT MENU QUICK FOCUS EXPOSURE MENU VOL. DISPLAY 27 QUICK MENU button (p. 66) 36 DISPLAY (Screen display) button (p. 65) To display only the functions that you Press this button to display the details of frequently use (simple menus).
Page 22 PHOTO DISPLAY DIGITAL ZOOM MENU ZOOM SELECT DELETE DISC NAVIGATION 43 PHOTO button (p. 54) 51 ZOOM T button (p. 59) 44 REC button (p. 52) 52 DIGITAL ZOOM button (p. 59) 45 MENU button (p. 40, 83, 108) 53 ZOOM W button (p. 59) 46 SELECT button (p.
Page 23: Try Recording And Playing Back Using Disc (Video And Photo)
Try Recording and Playing Back using Disc (Video and Photo) • It is recommended that you use a DVD-RAM disc for trial recording, Before You Begin since you can delete the recorded contents (p. 27). You can record both videos and photos on DVD-RAM disc; only videos on DVD-R disc. Connect a power supply (p.
Page 24 Start recording (p. 52). 1 Open the LCD monitor (p. 38), or pull out 3 When recording a video, press the REC the viewfinder (p. 39). button. Recording will start. 2 While holding down the button on the Pressing the REC button again will stop right of power switch, set the switch to recording (O).
Page 25: Try Recording And Playing Back Using Card (Photo)
Try Recording and Playing Back using Card (Photo) Photos can only be recorded on card sold separately. Connect a power supply (p. 46). Mains lead To AC outlet AC adapter/charger * The shape of plug varies depending on the model. DC power cord Insert a card (p.
Page 26 Start recording (p. 54). 1 Open the LCD monitor (p. 38). 3 Press the PHOTO button half way (half press): When a subject image is focused, the “m” indicator will turn purple. 2 While holding down the button on the right of power switch, set the switch to 4 Press the PHOTO button all the way (full “P”.
Page 27: Discs And Cards
This DVD video camera/recorder can use only Note the 8-cm bare discs not packed in a square • It is recommended that you use Hitachi Maxell HG type single-sided discs, since their compatibility with cartridge, square caddy case or round DVD this DVD video camera/recorder has been confirmed.
Page 28: Information On Dvd-R Disc
INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC ●Finalising DVD-R disc You cannot record a still on DVD-R disc, or delete any recorded images or data. Before using the 8 cm DVD-R disc provided on For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, this this DVD video camera/recorder on a DVD DVD video camera/recorder writes control data player or DVD video recorder that is compatible to the disc in order to automatically make...
Page 29: Handling Discs
HANDLING DISCS ●Using discs • When recording images, A l l Pr ogr ams 001 / 002 the DVD video camera/ DVD-RAM and DVD-R discs are very delicate recorder may avoid the recording media. Carefully read the following portions of disc where cautions and observe them: recording is not possible, •...
Page 30: Available Cards
AVAILABLE CARDS ●Common cautions for disc and card SD memory card can be used on this DVD video camera/recorder. • It is recommended that you create a backup When using an exclusive adapter, a miniSD file for valuable data on hard disk of PC. memory card can be used in the same way as an •...
Page 31: Storage Capacity On Disc Or Card
Storage Capacity on Disc or Card RECORDABLE TIME OF MOVIE (VIDEO) The recordable time will vary depending on the video recording quality: See page 90 for the setting of video recording quality. Movie recordable time on one disc (on single side) (when recording only movies) Recording quality Movie recordable time Application...
Page 32: Recordable Stills (Photos) On Card
RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) ON CARD The number of recordable stills will vary depending on the recording quality: See page 93 for the setting of recording quality. For DZ-GX20E Capacity Recording quality 16 MB 32 MB 64 MB 128MB 256 MB 512 MB 1 GB FINE...
Page 33: Size And Quality Of Photos
SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS The pixel size of stills (JPEG) that can be recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder is as follows: Model Pixel size DZ-GX20E 1,600 × 1,200 pixels DZ-MV780E 1,280 × 960 pixels DZ-MV750E/DZ-MV730E 640 × 480 pixels The following table shows the file size and quality of one still (JPEG) recorded on card: File size Quality...
Page 34: Setups
Setups This section explains preparations for recording – setting up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery. Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/Recorder HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD video camera/recorder up to the base of your thumb.
Page 35: Attaching Shoulder Strap
ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP Be sure to pass through the 2 slots. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap attachments. ATTACHING LENS CAP Attach the shorter end of lens cap string to the lens cap. Shorter end Attach the longer end of lens cap string to the attachment hole of DVD video camera/ recorder.
Page 36: Inserting Battery Into Remote Control
Warning Note • KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND • Replace the battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, PETS. Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2032, or Duracell • IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN DL2032. Use of another battery may present a risk of IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT.
Page 37 • The DVD video camera/recorder uses the “VCR2” infrared receiver on DVD video camera/recorder is not remote control code of Hitachi VCRs. If you use a exposed to direct sunlight or any intense light. If the Hitachi VCR, etc. with remote control code set to infrared receiver is subject to light stronger than the “VCR2”, a VCR placed near the DVD video camera/...
Page 38: Viewing Image On Lcd Monitor Screen
VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR SCREEN If you open the LCD monitor, you can monitor subject image on the LCD screen. Open the LCD monitor. The LCD monitor has a portion where you can hook your finger. Hook the finger there to open the monitor.
Page 39: Closing Lcd Monitor
CLOSING LCD MONITOR Before closing the LCD monitor, be sure to reset Note it at right angles to the DVD video camera/ • Be sure to return the LCD monitor at right angles to the DVD video camera/recorder before closing it or recorder.
Page 40: Setting Date And Time
SETTING DATE AND TIME Set the current date and time so that the date and time you make a recording can be recorded correctly. The following procedure can also be used to correct the date and time you have already set. MENU Use f / e / d / c buttons to select, and then press A to...
Page 41: Changing Display Format Of Date And Time
CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME 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: Date display format Example of display 17:00 D/M/Y 30/ 9/2005...
Page 42: Setting Up The Battery
Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP14S battery provided with DZ-GX20E or DZ-BP7S battery provided with DZ-MV780E, DZ- MV750E and DZ-MV730E has not been charged at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder. Note • Be sure to use the DZ-BP14S, DZ-BP7S, DZ-BP14SW (optional) or DZ-BP7SW (optional, unavailable for DZ- GX20E) battery for the DVD video camera/recorder: Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/ recorder to malfunction, or result in fire.
Page 43: Attaching Battery To Dvd Video Camera/Recorder
●Battery charged status You can find out the charged status of battery by checking the CHARGE indicator on AC adapter/ charger: Charge status CHARGE indicator During charge Charge complete Goes out Note See “Troubleshooting” on page 164 when the CHARGE indicator blinks. ●Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx.
Page 44 ●Continuously recordable time with fully charged battery (with no zoom operation, etc.) See the following table as a reference for how long the DVD video camera/recorder can continuously be used with a fully charged battery: With DZ-BP14S (provided with DZ-GX20E)/DZ-BP14SW (optional) DZ-MV750E/ Video mode DZ-GX20E...
Page 45: Battery Remaining Level Indicator
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 White portion shows remaining level (Blinks) EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY Charge battery immediately before using Battery life:...
Page 46: Using Dvd Video Camera/Recorder With Ac Adapter/Charger
USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER It is recommended that you use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/recorder from household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors.
Page 47: Turning Dvd Video Camera/Recorder On And Off
Turning DVD Video Camera/Recorder On and While holding down the grey button at the right Note of power switch, set the switch according to • Once you turn the DVD video camera/recorder on to let it recognise the disc, you can immediately record each recording function: or play back by turning the DVD video camera/ Set to “OFF”:...
Page 48: Inserting And Removing Disc
Inserting and Removing Disc INSERTING DISC Press down the DISC EJECT button once and Push the section marked “PUSH CLOSE” on release it. the cover of disc insertion block, to close the cover. A few moments after the ACCESS/PC Then the DVD video camera/recorder will indicator blinks, the cover of disc insertion automatically recognise the disc: While the block will open.
Page 49 ●When using brand-new DVD-R disc Note • If the cover of disc insertion block is open, the Recognition of the disc ACCESS/PC indicator will blink when an image is F o rma t D i s c will start. displayed on the LCD monitor screen: In this case, The messages on the right D i s c i s n o t f o r m a t t e d .
Page 50: Removing Disc
REMOVING DISC Press down the DISC Note EJECT button once and • Do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter/charger during removal of the disc or until release it. power is completely turned off: If you do, the disc cover will not open.
Page 51: Inserting And Removing Card
Inserting and Removing Card Open the LCD monitor. Removing Card: Push the centre of Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off. card edge. The card will come Open the cover of out so that it can card insertion be held by fingers. block.
Page 52: Basic Techniques
Basic Techniques This section explains about recording of movies and still images, and also basic settings on DVD video camera/recorder. Recording Movie • Insert a recordable DVD-RAM or DVD-R disc into this DVD video camera/ Before You Begin recorder. Press the REC button. Pressing REC once will start ACCESS/PC...
Page 53 • For various functions available during recording, see “Setting Up Camera Functions” on page 85. • Hitachi cannot be responsible for video and audio that cannot be recorded or edited because of any defect. • The power switch can be changed over even during recording, but the operation will not be changed.
Page 54: Recording Stills
Recording Stills Press the PHOTO button all the way (full Note pressing). Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM disc and card. The screen will be black, and then the ACCESS/PC recorded still will be displayed. When the indicator “m”...
Page 55: On-Screen Information
On-Screen Information Various types of information will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen during recording. DISPLAY INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING RECORDING See the next page for details. e 2. Programme AE p 7. Microphone filter j 3. White balance l 8.
Page 56 1. Recording mode (p. 52, 54) 8. 16:9 mode (only in movie recording mode) (p. 91) : Movie No display : 16:9 mode OFF : Still (Disc) : 16:9 mode ON : Still (Card) 9. Video flash [when Video Flash (sold 2.
Page 57: Switching The Information Display Mode
14. Disc/Card type 16. Remaining space on disc/card : DVD-RAM REM XX : Remaining recordable minutes during movie recording : DVD-R REM XX : Number of remaining recordable : DVD-RAM (write-protected) still images during still recording : DVD-R disc already finalised on this DVD video camera/recorder 17.
Page 58: Display When Recording An Image Of Yourself
●Display when recording an image of yourself When recording with the LCD screen facing the same direction as the lens, the operating status will appear: The battery remaining level will appear only when the remaining level is very low, and the display will blink.
Page 59: Zooming
Zooming If you continue to hold the zoom lever on the Press the MENU button to end the setting. “T” control side with Dig. Zoom 40× or 240× specified, the digital zoom will be activated Moving the zoom lever will display the midway (when optical 10-power is exceeded on digital zoom bar.
Page 60: Macro Recording
MACRO RECORDING Use the macro function when recording a small object from close-up position: You can shoot the subject as close as approximately 2 cm from the lens surface, magnifying the image to fill the screen. Aim the DVD video camera/recorder at the Note subject, and press the zoom lever to “W”...
Page 61: Playing Back
Playing Back • Insert a disc or card recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder (p. 52, Before You Begin 54). • Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on (p. 47). PLAYING BACK Playing Back Note • If the LCD monitor is open during playback of movie, STOP/EXIT playback sound will be heard from the speaker.
Page 62: Playback From Start Of Disc Or Card
PLAYBACK FROM START OF DISC OR CARD Use the Go To function (p. 64) or Disc Navigation function (p. 100) to play back from the start of disc or card. SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE During playback, press the d or c button and Note hold it: Search playback will start.
Page 63: Skip Playback Of Movie
SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE During playback, press the f or e button to Portion being played back locate the start of desired scene. Press f Press f Press e Press e Press e once: twice once once twice To skip to the first image of the scene following the one being played back, and start Scene 1 Scene 2...
Page 64: Jumping To Specified Point (Go To)
JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO) Press the MENU button Top: Go T o during playback. To go to the start, and enter playback pause. To p En d End: S p e c i f y Choose the option To go to the end of last scene, and enter (point you want to go playback pause.
Page 65: On-Screen Information Display
On-Screen Information Display INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING PLAYBACK Various types of information on recording will be superimposed on playback image you are viewing. 9:27 30/ 9/2005 No display Playback information Recording date/time display ●Switching the information display O (VIDEO) or N (PHOTO) with disc; mode Only E (PHOTO) with card.
Page 66: Checking Flow Of Quick Menu
Checking Flow of Quick Menu The following two on-screen menu modes are available with this DVD video camera/recorder: • Quick Menu: To display only the fundamental menu items for first timers • Normal Menu: To display all menu items for experts (p. 83) Camera Functions While the camera image is being displayed on the LCD monitor, press the QUICK MENU button: The Quick Menu will appear.
Page 67 ●Operating Menu You can use the f/e/d/c buttons on DVD video camera/recorder to select various setting options in Quick Menu and designate them. Press the QUICK MENU button. QUICK MENU Press c or A Qu i c k M e n u Qu i c k M e n u V I DEO Mo d e...
Page 68: Flow Of Quick Menu When Recording Movie
FLOW OF QUICK MENU WHEN RECORDING MOVIE: The following shows the menu when DVD-RAM disc is being used: The details of each function are described on the pages showing the Normal Menu: See each reference page. ●Record Functions Setup (p. 90) Qu i c k M e n u Qu i c k...
Page 69: Flow Of Quick Menu When Recording Photo (Disc)
FLOW OF QUICK MENU WHEN RECORDING PHOTO (DISC): The following shows the menu when DVD-RAM disc is being used: The details of each function are described on pages showing the Normal Menu: See each reference page. ●Record Functions Setup (p. 93) Qu i c k M e n u Qu i c k...
Page 70: Flow Of Quick Menu When Recording Photo (Card)
FLOW OF QUICK MENU WHEN RECORDING PHOTO (CARD): The details of each function are described on pages showing the Normal Menu: See each reference page. ●Record Functions Setup (p. 93) Qu i c k M e n u Qu i c k M e n u Qu i c k M e n u Qu a l i t y F I NE...
Page 71: Disc Navigation Functions
Disc Navigation Functions While Disc Navigation screen is being displayed on the LCD monitor, press the QUICK MENU button: The Quick Menu will appear. Only the fundamental menu items will appear in the Quick Menu, and the explanation of the function on which the cursor is positioned will be displayed across the bottom of menu (except during recording).
Page 72: Flow Of Quick Menu (With Dvd-R Disc)
●Disc (p. 129) Qu i c k Me n u Qu i c k Me n u F o r ma t D i s c F o r ma t D i s c Me n u f o r d i s c. D i s c F o r ma t .
Page 73: Flow Of Quick Menu (With Card)
FLOW OF QUICK MENU (WITH CARD): The details of each function are described on pages showing the Normal Menu: See each reference page. (p. 107) Qu i c k Me n u Qu i c k Me n u D e l e t e D e l e t e Me n u f o r s c e n e.
Page 74: Manually Focusing Subject
Manually Focusing Subject The DVD video camera/recorder usually focuses on a subject automatically (autofocus). You can also manually focus a subject depending on the recording conditions. FOCUSING DURING RECORDING Normally, the DVD video camera/recorder automatically focuses the subject (autofocus), but you can also manually focus a subject, depending on the recording conditions (manual focus).
Page 75 Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically focused (see page 74): Objects not in Objects with Objects that the centre of little variation are far and screen in brightness, near at the such as white same time wall Objects Objects lit by...
Page 76: Adjusting Brightness Of Image To Be Recorded (Exposure)
Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded (Exposure) The DVD video camera/recorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure depending on the recording conditions. Press the EXPOSURE button during recording. VOL. The exposure adjustment bar will appear on EXPOSURE the screen.
Page 77: Using External Microphone
Using External Microphone Connect external microphone (generally available) to the external microphone jack of this DVD video camera/recorder. Clearer sound can be recorded. Turn on the switch on external microphone and start recording. For details on external microphone, see “Major Specifications” on page 171. To external microphone jack Note...
Page 78: Built-In Video Flash (For Dz-Gx20E Only)
Built-in Video Flash (for DZ-GX20E only) When recording photos in a dark place, or if the subject is lit from rear, the DZ-GX20E makes use of the built-in Video Flash for automatic brightening: The Video Flash can also be set to On where the light is always being emitted, or Off when you wish to record without using the flash even in a dark place.
Page 79: Viewing On Tv Screen
Viewing on TV Screen Connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO A TV Use the provided AV/S output cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to a TV as follows: To S-VIDEO input jack* To AV output jack To video/audio input jacks Yellow AV/S output cable White...
Page 80: Viewing On Tv Screen
• The infrared remote control is useful when operating the DVD video camera/recorder while viewing an Refer to the TV instruction manual for how to image on TV screen. However, if you use a Hitachi switch the TV input. VCR, the remote control may inadvertently operate the VCR if it is near the DVD video camera/recorder.
Page 81: Playback On Dvd Recorder/Player
Playback on DVD Recorder/Player PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM DISC You can use a DVD recorder (see “Terminology”, p. 152) or DVD player that conforms to DVD-RAM to play back 8 cm DVD-RAM discs recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder. Insert the disc into the DVD recorder/player Note and play it back.
Page 82: Recording (Dubbing) Images
The DVD video another video device. camera/recorder will start playback and the • If you are using a Hitachi VCR, using the remote recorded device will record (dub) it. control provided with this DVD video camera/recorder may operate the VCR. To record (dub) images from...
Page 83: Advanced Techniques
Advanced Techniques This section explains about various settings to further extend the usefulness of this DVD video camera/recorder. Checking Flow of Normal Menu The following two on-screen menu modes are available with this DVD video camera/recorder: • Quick Menu: To display only the fundamental menu items for first timers (p. 66) •...
Page 84 ●Flow of Normal Menu Refer to page indicated for details of each function. Camera Functions Setup Date Setup Came r a Fun c t i ons Se t up Da t e Se t up Au t o P r o g r am AE : Wh i t e Ba l .
Page 85: Setting Up Camera Functions
Setting Up Camera Functions Before You Begin • See page 67 for how to set. SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAMME AE MODE) This DVD video camera/recorder automatically detects the status of subject and surrounding situation and records the optimum image: If you choose the shooting mode to match the recording conditions, clearer images will be recorded.
Page 86: Recording Dark Subjects Using Lcd Monitor Light
RECORDING DARK SUBJECTS USING LCD MONITOR LIGHT When Programme AE is set to Low Light, you can use the light from LCD monitor to record a subject. Press the MENU button, and choose Note “Program AE” from the “Camera Functions •...
Page 87: Adjusting Colour (White Balance)
ADJUSTING COLOUR (WHITE BALANCE) This DVD video camera/recorder automatically Note adjusts the colour of subject. Change the white • The white balance mode can be confirmed using the on-screen information. balance setting depending on the recording • The white balance setting will be stored in memory conditions.
Page 88: Setting White Balance Manually
●Setting white balance manually Point the DVD Note Thick paper video camera/ • The white balance set using the “Set” option will be stored in memory until it is re-set. recorder at a white • Do not use a coloured object when setting the white object so that it fills balance: The appropriate tint cannot be set.
Page 89: Using The Electronic Image Stabiliser (Eis)
USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILISER (EIS) When you use zoom (see page 59) to record a magnified subject image, it will correct fuzziness in the recorded image. Press the MENU After recording with EIS set to “Off”, it is Came r a F u nc t i on s Se t u p button, choose “EIS”...
Page 90: Setting Up Record Functions
Setting Up Record Functions SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY (VIDEO MODE) Choose the movie quality from “XTRA”, “FINE”, “STD”. It is recommended that you record critical subjects in the “XTRA” or “FINE” mode. (p. 31) Press the MENU Note Re c o r d F u nc t i on s S e t u p button, use “Operating •...
Page 91: Setting To Wide Tv Screen Mode (16:9 Mode)
SETTING TO WIDE TV SCREEN MODE (16:9 MODE) When viewing recorded images later on a wide-screen TV (aspect ratio 16:9), specify wide-screen (16:9) mode “On”: You can also record images with the aspect ratio changed (the aspect ratio with “Off” is 4:3). “16:9 On”...
Page 92 Note • The 16:9 setting will be kept even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. • The 16:9 mode cannot be used with photo recording, or “STD” recording using DVD-R disc. • Once the DVD-R disc has been recorded in the normal (4:3) mode, you will not be able to switch it to the wide- screen mode using the same disc.
Page 93: Switching Quality Of Still Image (Quality)
SWITCHING QUALITY OF STILL IMAGE (QUALITY) You can switch the still recording quality only when using card. It is recommended that you use “FINE” when recording vital images. (p. 33 “SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS”) Press the MENU Press the MENU Re c o r d F u nc t i on s S e t u p button, use “Operating button to end the...
Page 94: Setting On-Screen Display Output On Or Off (Osd Output)
SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OUTPUT ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT) If you connect this DVD video camera/recorder to a TV to view images on TV screen, you can switch off the on-screen information (displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen) from the TV screen.
Page 95: Lcd/Evf Setup
LCD/EVF Setup SETTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHTNESS) Press the MENU LCD / EVF Se t up button, use “Operating Menu” (p. 67) to choose “Adjust” on the “LCD/ Ad j u s t EVF D i s p l a y EVF Setup”...
Page 96: Setting Colour Density (Colour Level)
SETTING COLOUR DENSITY (COLOUR LEVEL) You can adjust the colour density of the LCD monitor screen and viewfinder. Press the MENU Press the MENU button. LCD / EVF Se t up button, use “Operating Menu” (p. 67) to choose Note “Adjust”...
Page 97: Initial Settings
Initial Settings SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF (BEEP) Setting Content Beep is heard when the power switch is changed over, the REC button is pressed, etc. No beep is heard. Select “On” or “Off”, and then press the A Press the MENU I n i t i a l S e t u p button, use “Operating...
Page 98: Turning Record Led On Or Off (Record Led)
TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF (RECORD LED) You can switch off the recording indicator on the front of DVD video camera/recorder even during recording. Setting Content The recording indicator will light red to show that the DVD video camera/recorder is recording.
Page 99: Resetting Menu Settings To Defaults (Reset)
RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS (RESET) You can restore menu settings to defaults (initial settings at the factory (p. 170)). (Note, however, that the date/time will not be reset.) Press the MENU Press the MENU button to end the setting. I n i t i a l S e t u p button, use “Operating Be e p...
Page 100: Disc Navigation
Disc Navigation Using Disc Navigation STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC NAVIGATION Disc Navigation is a tool for editing scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder. Here is an explanation on “scene” and “programme”, so that you will be able to make most use of Disc Navigation function.
Page 101 Disc Navigation screen Thumbnail (see “Terminology”, p. 152) Selected scene number A l l Pr og r ams 0 01 / 014 Number of all scenes Cursor Current page position Bar graph Still image icon PLAY Operation guide Disc type icon *1 Scene number refers to display number on thumbnail display screen.
Page 102: Playing Back From Disc Navigation Screen
PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION SCREEN Press the A button. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the f/e/d/c buttons to select Playback will start from the selected scene. the desired scene. Note The selected scene will be framed: This is Pressing the d or c button will move the cursor to the preceding or following scene.
Page 103: Selecting Multiple Scenes
SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly select multiple scenes. Use the f/e/d/c buttons to select the desired scene. Press the SELECT button once: The selected scene will be framed in red and yellow.
Page 104: Functions Available With Disc Navigation
FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC NAVIGATION The Disc Navigation mode will allow a variety of further operations. Functions Available with Disc Navigation Reference Available function Disc or card used Contents page Editing of scenes You can delete unnecessary scenes, 107 – 110 combine scenes, or divide one scene.
Page 105: Understanding Flow Of Disc Navigation Menu
UNDERSTANDING FLOW OF DISC NAVIGATION MENU Press the MENU button on the Disc Navigation screen: The menu screens for Disc Navigation and menu screens for disc and card will appear. See “Checking Flow of Normal Menu” on page 83. Refer to pages indicated for details of settings. ●When using DVD-RAM disc Scene Edit...
Page 106 ●When using card Scene Delete (p. 107) Lock (p. 115) Start → Current Select (p. 116) (p. 116) Current → End Detail (p. 117) (p. 116) (p. 116) Go To (p. 128) Slide Show Start (p. 134) (p. 128) Card Format Card (p.
Page 107: Scene
Scene DELETING SCENES (EDIT – DELETE) You may want to delete unwanted scenes. Scenes on DVD-R disc cannot be deleted, and menu item “Delete” will not appear with DVD-R disc. Press the C button to Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. De l e t e Sc en e 0 05 / 0 1 3 quit.
Page 108: Editing Using Submenu
●Editing using submenu Press the MENU button before pressing the A button in step 5 (see page 107): The submenu will appear. Ed i t Se l e c t Go To De l e t e E x i t S t a r t –...
Page 109: Dividing Movies (Edit - Divide)
DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT – DIVIDE) You can divide a scene into two parts. To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Note • If you press the MENU button before pressing the A button in step 5, the submenu will appear (see Select the scene to be divided.
Page 110: Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine)
COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES (EDIT – COMBINE) If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining them will be facilitated by the use of Disc Navigation. Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. Combining scenes is possible only when “Category: All” is specified (p. 133). Stills cannot be combined. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Page 111: Directing Scenes Effectively (Effect - Fade)
DIRECTING SCENES EFFECTIVELY (EFFECT – FADE) You can add fading to the beginning and/or end of scene. There are three types of special effects: Fade Out Fade Out Fade Out Fade In Fade In Fade In White: Wipe: B/W: Fades in from white screen Fades in from black screen Fades in from Black and Fades out to white screen...
Page 112: Playing Back By Skipping Scenes (Effect - Skip)
PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES (EFFECT – SKIP) You can specify “Skip” for scenes you do not want to play back: The selected scenes will be skipped. Press the C button to quit. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the scene to be skipped. A skip icon “...
Page 113: Changing Images For Thumbnails (Effect - Thumbnail)
CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS (EFFECT – THUMBNAIL) Normally, the first image of the recorded scene is displayed as a thumbnail: You can choose another image of the scene for thumbnail. If you set a vivid image to thumbnail, you can know what you recorded from a glance at the Disc Navigation screen.
Page 114: Copying Stills On Dvd-Ram Disc To Card (Copy)
COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO CARD (COPY) Set the power switch to “O” or “N“. Note • No movie can be copied. • If you press the MENU button before pressing the Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. A button in step 6, the submenu screen will appear (p.
Page 115: Locking Scenes On Card (Lock)
LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK) You can lock each photo recorded on card so that it will not be deleted or edited by mistake. ●To unlock the scene: Set the power switch to “P”. Select the locked scene, and then use the same Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Page 116: Selecting Scenes Using Menu Screen (Select)
SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN (SELECT) You can use this “Select” function to select consecutive scenes at one time. This function is useful when there are numerous scenes. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Choose “Select” on the “Scene” menu screen. Choose “Start →...
Page 117: Displaying Information Using Menu Screen (Detail)
DISPLAYING INFORMATION USING MENU SCREEN (DETAIL) You can display various information for a scene: the recording mode, recording date/time and length, special effects and movie quality mode. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Note • If multiple scenes have been selected, the total recording time of the selected scenes (total number in Select the scene whose information you wish case of stills) will appear.
Page 118: Programme
Programme WHAT IS “PROGRAMME”? Programme refers to an assembly of scenes recorded on the same date regardless of whether they are movie or still. Scene No. 1 Scene No. 2 Scene No. 3 Scene No. 4 Scene No. 5 Scene No. 6 Movie 9:00 Movie...
Page 119: Playing Back Programme (Play)
PLAYING BACK PROGRAMME (PLAY) You can play back only the selected programme. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Select the programme to be played back, and then press the A button. Press the MENU button. Playback will start from the first scene of the Use “Operating Menu”...
Page 120 ●Characters available for entering After entering the title, T I T L E a t a Pa r k choose “Enter” and title 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACE then press the A a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z You can use the SELECT button to select button.
Page 121: Play List
Play List WHAT IS “PLAY LIST”? You can create a play list on this DVD video camera/recorder by gathering your favourites from the recorded scenes. Since the play list is not created by copying data, you will consume little of the disc capacity by making a play list.
Page 122: Switching To Display Of Each Play List (Switch)
SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST (SWITCH) Select the desired one of multiple play lists: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will appear. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Use the “Switch 0 1 3 0 / 8 / 2005 1 2 : . . 0 01 / 008 Playlist”...
Page 123: Adding Scenes To Play List (Editing Play List)
ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) Press the e button to move the cursor to the Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. lower row, and press the d or c button to Press the MENU button. select the point where the scene is to be inserted.
Page 124: Deleting Scenes From Play List (Editing Play List)
DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) Press the A button. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Ed i t P l a yL i s t A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 4 / 0 1 4 Display the editing screen of the play list to Repeat steps 3 and 4 to be edited.
Page 125: Deleting Scenes Using Submenu For Editing (Editing Play List)
DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) You can delete scenes from play list on the editing screen. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Choose “Delete” on the Ed i t “Edit” menu screen, A l l P r o g r ams 0 0 1 / 0 1 4 De l e t e and then press the A...
Page 126: Arranging Order Of Scenes (Move)
ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) You can move scenes only when “Category: All” is specified. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. The screen for verifying Move Scene move will appear: Press the MENU button. Choose “YES”, and then Move sc e n e s? press the A button.
Page 127: Changing Title Of Play List (Title)
CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE) The play lists have serial numbers in the order you have created them, along with the created dates/ times: You can change this title at any time. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. The screen for verifying T I T L E a t a Pa r k exit will appear: Choose Press the MENU button.
Page 128: Go To
Go To From the Disc Navigation screen, you can jump to the first scene or last scene. TOP (END) Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Press the MENU button. Use “Operating Menu” Go T o (p. 67) to choose “Top” or “End” on the “Go To”...
Page 129: Disc Or Card Management
Disc or Card Management INITIALISING DISC OR CARD (FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD) Initialising DVD-RAM disc or card will allow you to delete any recorded contents. • Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/ recorder for initialisation. If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off during initialisation and the initialisation is interrupted, incorrect initialisation will result and the incorrectly initialised disc will be Before You Begin...
Page 130: Protecting Disc From Writing (Protect Disc)
PROTECTING DISC FROM WRITING (PROTECT DISC) You can protect a DVD-RAM disc in order to prevent recorded images from being erased or edited by mistake. Further recording will not be possible on protected disc until the protection is released. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. Choose “NO”...
Page 131: Updating Control Information Of Dvd-Ram Disc (Update Control Info.)
UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF DVD-RAM DISC (UPDATE CONTROL INFO.) Disc Navigation in this DVD video camera/recorder handles information on scenes, such as thumbnail, skip, fade, in a particular manner. If you use another device to edit a disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder, and then use the data again with Disc Navigation in this DVD video camera/recorder, the Disc Navigation may not appear normally.
Page 132: Finalising Dvd-R Disc (Finalize Disc)
FINALISING DVD-R DISC (FINALIZE DISC) • Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/ recorder when finalising a DVD-R disc. Finalisation cannot be executed Before You Begin using a battery. If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off during finalisation and the finalisation is interrupted, incorrect finalisation will result, and at worst, the disc may be damaged.
Page 133: Others
Others DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY) Scenes recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder will be displayed in the order of recording regardless of whether they are movies or stills. You can use the Disc Navigation screen to switch this display to stills only or movies only.
Page 134: Slide Show (Continuous Playback Of Stills)
SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF STILLS) If you play back stills recorded on a card, the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the playback pause status after each still is played back. Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously play back stills. Press the DISC NAVIGATION button.
Page 135: (Dz-Gx20E/Mv780E/Mv750E)
Connecting to PC (DZ-GX20E/MV780E/MV750E) Connecting to PC THE FOLLOWING ARE AVAILABLE WHEN CONNECTING TO PC Use the provided PC connection cable to connect this DVD video camera/recorder to your PC in which the software on the CD-ROM provided or generally available software is installed: The videos and photos recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder can be used on the PC.
Page 136 ●Using PC to edit images on DVD-RAM disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder: Original disc Written disc Application used DVD-RAM disc recorded Original DVD-RAM disc or DVD-MovieAlbumSE** on this DVD video camera/ another DVD-RAM disc recorder ●Using PC to edit images on DVD-RAM disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder and create a DVD video (DVD-R disc) (see page 144): Original disc Written disc...
Page 137: Contents On Provided Cd-Rom
Contents on Provided CD-ROM The CD-ROM supplied with the DVD video camera/recorder contains the following folders: To refer to the contents of CD-ROM, set the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive of PC, right-click the CD- ROM icon and choose “Open”. Contains the DVD-MovieAlbumSE (see page 140 for installation).
Page 138: Requirements Of Available Pc
• After installing DVDfunSTUDIO, open of the following procedures: “Programs” or “All Programs” from the • Open the PDF file in Windows “Start” menu, choose “Hitachi DVDMASE 4\manuals\English folder DVDCAM” and “DVDfunSTUDIO”, and then contained on the provided CD-ROM. open the electronic instruction manual in •...
Page 139: Installing Software
*InstantWrite provided with the DZ-WINPC1, DZ-WINPC2 or DZ-WINPC2B PC kit for the Hitachi DZ-MV100E DVD video camera/recorder, or with the DZ-WINPC3 PC editing kit for the Hitachi DZ-MV200E, DZ-MV230E or DZ-MV270E DVD video camera/recorder. If the UDF driver has been installed, uninstall it and then install the UDF driver on the provided CD- ROM.
Page 140: Installing Software
INSTALLING SOFTWARE Click “All” on the installer screen. If you do not wish to change the folder in Clicking “All” allows you to install the DVD- which DVD-MovieAlbumSE is installed, click RAM driver, DVD-MovieAlbumSE 4.1 and “Next”. DVDfunSTUDIO 2.2 all at one time. If you wish to change the folder, click If any of the software programmes are “Change”, and then choose the folder in...
Page 141 A message verifying whether a shortcut icon Click “Install”. is to be created on desktop will appear: If you Installation will start. want to create one, click “Yes”. If not, choose “No”. A message verifying whether a shortcut icon is to be created on desktop will appear: If you want to create one, click “Yes”.
Page 142 Click “Next”. If you do not wish to change the folder in which the UDF driver is installed, click “Next”. Click Click Carefully read the Licence Agreement: If you accept it, click “Yes”. If you do not wish to change the folder name, The contents of agreement displayed on click “Next”.
Page 143 ® Check the displayed contents, and then click If your PC uses Windows XP/Me, a “Next”. message that prompts you to restart will appear: Click “Finish” and then restart the Installing the UDF driver is now complete. ® If your PC uses Windows 2000 Professional, proceed with step 22.
Page 144: Creating Dvd Video From Dvd-Ram Disc Recorded On Dvd Video Camera/Recorder
Creating DVD Video from DVD-RAM Disc Recorded on DVD Video Camera/Recorder Using DVD-MovieAlbumSE and DVDfunSTUDIO, you can create a DVD video (DVD-R disc) from the images recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder, following the procedure below: Insert a recorded DVD-RAM disc into the Note DVD video camera/recorder, and connect the •...
Page 145 DVDfunSTUDIO will automatically start. Note The following Collect Tool will appear: Click • The menu screen created on DVDfunSTUDIO will not appear on this DVD video camera/recorder. “OK”. Also, depending on the written contents, the images may not be playable on this DVD video camera/ recorder.
Page 146: Uninstalling Software
• Data may be readable or writable from/to storage media in this DVD video camera/recorder using software other than that provided with this DVD video camera/recorder, but Hitachi does not guarantee the operation. • If the PC is started from suspend (see “Terminology”...
Page 147: Introduction To Video Editing Software
DVD video camera/recorder. The information on the product on this page is for reference only; Hitachi does not guarantee or endorse the operation of a given product. Contact the software company for any inquiries on the specifications and operation requirements of the product.
Page 148: Subsidiary Information
Subsidiary Information Introduction to Optional Accessories CAMERA ACCESSORIES Wide conversion lens (DZ-WL1)* Tele-conversion lens (DZ-TL1)* Video flash (DZ-FLH3)** Step-up ring (DZ-SR3437 for DZ-GX20E, DZ-MV750E and DZ- MV730E, DZ-SR3037 for DZ-MV780E) • When using camera accessories, be sure to read the instruction manuals for each accessory. * When attaching the wide or tele-conversion lens to this DVD video camera/recorder, you will need the optional step-up ring: Attach it after removing the lens hood covering the lens (see p.
Page 149: Removing Disc From Its Package
The way to remove a disc from its package may vary with the disc maker: See the disc instruction sheet. The following explains how to remove the discs made by Hitachi Maxell: REMOVING AND REPLACING FROM/IN ROUND DVD HOLDER Hold the Round DVD...
Page 150: Removing Disc From Cartridge
REMOVING DISC FROM CARTRIDGE Use a fine tipped pen, etc. to snap off the lock While pushing the pins, and then remove them. release levers in the direction of arrows, Snap off and gently pull out the remove lock pin holder with the disc, taking care not to drop the bare disc.
Page 151: Changing Setting Of Demonstration
Changing Setting of Demonstration This DVD video camera/recorder is equipped with a demonstration function. The default at purchase time is “Auto”, which will automatically start the demonstration approx. three minutes after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on. Use the following procedure if you wish to view the demonstration immediately or change the setting to “Off”.
Page 152: Terminology
Terminology DISC-PROTECT: This disables writing to disc (protects disc from writing) so that images recorded on DVD-RAM disc cannot be accidentally deleted and the disc cannot be initialised. DOLBY DIGITAL: An audio recording format widely used for DVD video. Using this technology instead of PCM recording can enhance the recording capacity, which will allow user to achieve a recording of images with higher resolution (bit rate) or a longer recording time.
Page 153 FINALISE: This process makes a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder playable on a DVD player, etc. that conforms to 8 cm DVD-R: No further recording can be made on a finalised DVD-R disc. HOWLING: This phenomenon occurs as follows: When the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to a device, such as TV, the audio input to the microphone of DVD video camera/recorder is amplified and output from the speakers of TV, and the signal is again input to the microphone: This is repeated to form an endless loop of audio signal, and the signal is amplified up to the audio output amplitude...
Page 154: Sd Memory Card
SD MEMORY CARD: This is a standard of memory card developed in 1999. The card is 32 mm long × 24 mm wide × 2.1 mm thick, and has 9 pins. SLOT-IN TYPE PC: PC that has a DVD drive into/from which a DVD is directly inserted or ejected without using a tray. SUSPENDING PC: This function stores the status of PC before it is turned off: It will restart the work from the status immediately before PC was turned off, when the PC is turned on next time.
Page 155: No Dvd Video Camera/Recorder Operation - Check The Following
No DVD Video Camera/Recorder Operation – Check the Following: Check 1 No movie can be recorded Skip or search playback does Check 3 not work well Movie can be recorded only on DVD-RAM or DVD- R disc. If the temperature inside the DVD video camera/ Check the following: recorder is high, normal operation may not be •...
Page 156 No DVD video camera/recorder No image appears on the LCD Check 5 Check 7 operation screen or in the viewfinder Is a fully charged battery attached? • Is DVD video camera/recorder connected to PC Is the DVD video camera/recorder powered from using PC connection cable? (DZ-GX20E/DZ- AC outlet? MV780E/DZ-MV750E)
Page 157: Trouble Messages
Trouble Messages A message may appear while you are operating the DVD video camera/recorder. If a message appears, refer to the following table and take appropriate corrective action. Messages are arranged in alphabetical order. Reference Message Cause & Troubleshooting page (1) Data error in a part It is possible that the system cannot normally complete writing of of image file.
Page 158 Reference Message Cause & Troubleshooting page Cannot combine scene Scenes in different programmes (different recording dates) of multiple programs. cannot be combined. Create a Play list first, and then combine Create Playlist first, and such scenes on the play list. then combine scenes.
Page 159 Reference Message Cause & Troubleshooting page Card full. Delete unnecessary stills and try the card, or use another card. 32, 107 No more recording on this card can be done: Delete unnecessary stills or use another card. Card full. Delete unnecessary stills and try the card, or use another card. 32, 107 Cannot execute.
Page 160 Reference Message Cause & Troubleshooting page Disc error. • Use another disc. 27, 29 • See *3 on page 163. • Mismatch in recording information may be caused by editing done on some device other than this DVD video camera/ recorder.
Page 161 Reference Message Cause & Troubleshooting page Finalize may not be Instantaneous shut off occurred during finalising, after which complete. Finalize again power was supplied and disc was inserted. now? It is unrecordable on The inserted card cannot be used in this DVD video camera/ this card.
Page 162 Reference Message Cause & Troubleshooting page There was no scene This message will appear if you try to delete multiple scenes on which can be deleted. Disc Navigation when all the selected scenes have been locked. 107, 115 Release the lock on scenes before executing deletion. This card cannot be The card cannot be used in this DVD video camera/recorder: Use used.
Page 163 • This message may also appear when dirt adheres to disc. If this message appears when a recorded disc is recognised immediately after it is inserted, do not repair the disc; remove it and then use a soft, dry cloth to clean off the dirt before using it. •...
Page 164: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Check to see the following before asking for a repair. If the suggested solution still cannot restore the DVD video camera/recorder to normal, do not attempt to repair it yourself, but consult your dealer. Power supplies Reference Symptom Cause and Correction page Battery cannot be Is the ambient temperature too low or too high?
Page 165 Reference Symptom Cause and Correction page Even if the DVD video The DVD video camera/recorder will automatically turn on to camera/recorder is off, recognise a disc: Closing the cover will automatically turn the opening the cover will DVD video camera/recorder off. cause the ACCESS indicator to blink.
Page 166 During playback Reference Symptom Cause and Correction page Recognition of disc is Is disc dirty? not complete Use the provided disc cleaning cloth to clean it. Pressing the playback Has the image been recorded by devices other than this DVD button will not start video camera/recorder? playback.
Page 167 When the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC: Reference Symptom Cause and Correction page No drive icon appears The DVD video camera/recorder is not turned on. on PC. Check the power supply. Turn PC off and then disconnect the PC connection cable. Turn ...
Page 168 Reference Symptom Cause and Correction page The DISC EJECT While the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC, use button is not valid when Explorer to right-click the DVD video camera/recorder drive icon the DVD video camera/ and execute “Eject”. ...
Page 169 Miscellaneous Reference Symptom Cause and Correction page Power does not come Execute system reset (press the RESET button). on, or no operation Has the DVD video camera/recorder been subjected to impact? occurs by pressing  The DVD video camera/recorder could be damaged. Consult your button.
Page 170: System Reset
System Reset If the DVD video camera/recorder does not operate normally, perform “System Reset”: The DVD video camera/recorder may recover to normal. “System Reset” will reset all settings to factory defaults. The date and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again before using the DVD video camera/recorder.
Page 171: Major Specifications
Major Specifications DZ-GX20E : 1/3.6-inch interlaced DZ-MV780E : 1/4.5-inch interlaced DZ-MV750E/DZ-MV730E : 1/6-inch interlaced Total number of pixels DZ-GX20E approx. 2,120,000 DZ-MV780E approx. 1,330,000 DZ-MV750E/DZ-MV730E approx. 800,000 Number of effective pixels DZ-GX20E Movie: approx. 1,230,000 Still: approx. 1,920,000 DZ-MV780E Movie: approx. 690,000 Still: approx.
Page 172 Maximum DVD-RAM disc approx. 18 minutes (XTRA) recordable time DVD-R disc approx. 30 minutes (FINE) (per side) approx. 60 minutes (STD) Maximum number DVD-RAM disc DZ-GX20E approx. 750 of recordable stills (per side) DZ-MV780E/DZ-MV750E/DZ-MV730E approx. 999 If movies and stills are mixed on one disc, the recordable number will decrease.
Page 173 Operating temperature (humidity) 0 – 40 ºC (less than 80%). 0 – 30 ºC when connected to PC Storage temperature -20 – 60 ºC Weight DZ-GX20E approx. 480 g (without battery or disc) DZ-MV780E approx. 420 g (without battery or disc) DZ-MV750E approx.
Page 174: Index
Index ...........31 Capacity Numerics ...........132 Finalise Disc ..............91 16:9 ...........129 Format ..........59 240x (Dig. Zoom) ...........29 Handling ..........59 40x (Dig. Zoom) ...........130 Protect ..........27 8 cm bare disc .........131 Update Control Info..........50 DISC EJECT button ............48 Disc guide .............55 Display ...........46 AC adapter/charger...
Page 175 ............112 Skip .......... 62 Searching for image ..............74 ..........103 Select (Scene) ............89 MIC.Filter ..........103 SELECT button ............. 126 Move ............93 Self Timer ..........35 Shoulder Strap ..........112 Skip (Scene) ........... 63 Skip playback ...........
Page 176 Article 5 Termination of Agreement If you fail to comply with the terms of this Agreement, Hitachi, Ltd., Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. reserve the right to terminate the Agreement. In such a case, you will be obliged to discard all copies of This Software and its components.
Page 177 SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. ★★★★★★★★★★...
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