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Instruction Manual
DZ-MV100A
HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HITACHI CANADA LTD.
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Important Information aaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa 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. The DVD camcorder and AC adapter/ CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF cha
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Important Information 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 mus
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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 camcorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before op- erating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference. 5 Power Sources – This
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Important Safeguards 8 Ventilation – Slots and openings tripod, bracket, or table recommended in the cabinet are provided for ventilation by the manufacturer, or sold with the to ensure reliable operation of the video video product. Any mounting of the prod- product and to protect it from overheat- uct should follow the manufacturer’s in- ing. These openings must not be blocked structions, and should use a mounting or covered. The openings should never accessory recommended by the manu- be b
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Important Safeguards d. If the video product does not oper- aaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaa USE ate normally by following the operat- 14 Cleaning – Unplug this video prod- ing instructions. Adjust only those uct from the wall outlet before cleaning. controls that are covered by the op- Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol erating instructions. Improper adjust- cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. ment of other controls may result in damage and will often require exten- 15 Object and Liquid Entry –
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Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER 1. Save these Instructions - This page 10. An extension cable should not be contains important safety and oper- used unless absolutely necessary. ating instructions for AC Adapter/ Use of improper extension cable Charger Model DZ-ACP1. could result in a risk of fire and elec- 2. Before using AC Adapter/Charger, tric shock. If extension cord must read all instructions and cautionary be used,
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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
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Read This First 9
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Contents Important Information ........................................................................ 2 For Your Safety .............................................................................................2 Important Safeguards ...................................................................................4 Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger ..................................7 Read This First ........................................................................
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Contents Playing back selected scenes using Disc Navigation .............................106 Deleting scenes using menu screen ......................................................108 Playing back by skipping scenes (Skip) .................................................109 Attaching title ........................................................................................111 Adding special effects ...........................................................................114 Dividing movi
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Trial Record and Play Back Power the DVD camcorder from AC outlet, make a trial recording and play it back. For actual take, thoroughly read “Setups” and “Recording” to ensure correct use of the DVD camcorder. Caution • Before beginning this manual, refer to “Checking Provided Accessories” on page 26 and make sure that all accessories are provided in package. aaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Necessary Devices DVD camcorder AC adapter/ DC power cable Power cable 8 cm DVD-RAM charger DZ-
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Trial Record and Play Back 2-2 Insert the small plug of DC power cable into DC OUT jack of AC adapter/ charger. 2-3 Insert the power cable plug into the AC input jack (AC IN) of AC adapter/ charger. 2-4 Connect the plug on the other end of power cable to AC outlet. AC adapter/charger DC power cable DZ-ACP1 Power cable 2-3 2-1 2-4 2-2 3. Insert the DVD-RAM disc cartridge. 3-1 Push down the EJECT button with the POWER switch OFF: The cover of disc insertion block (hand strap) will open slightly. 3
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Trial Record and Play Back 4. Turn the DVD camcorder on. While holding the button at the center of POWER switch, press the switch down: The red indicator of the button will light. When power is turned on, an image will appear in the viewfinder, and the DVD camcorder will start to recognize the disc: After approximately 25 sec- onds, the DVD camcorder will enter the recording POWER pause mode. (The date is set to 1/1/2000 at the factory.) Tip: • To view subject image through the viewfinder, pull
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Trial Record and Play Back 6. Start recording. Press the REC button: Recording will start. Pressing REC again will terminate recording and set the DVD camcorder to the recording pause mode. REC a aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Playing It Back 1. Press the button while in 1 the recording pause mode. The DVD camcorder will enter the play- back mode, and the first image of the movie you have recorded will play back. 2 Tip: • Disc Navigation (see p. 98) is useful when you play back recor
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Before You Begin 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
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Features of DVD Camcorder aaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Recording on DVD-RAM Disc This DVD camcorder uses a DVD-RAM disc, the first in the world. The video and audio are stored on an 8 cm DVD-RAM disc that is capable of holding approximately 2.8 GB data using both sides. Using the DVD-RAM disc allows you to record without overwriting previous record- ings, and to store your valuable recordings for as long as need be while retaining clarity. With the DVD-RAM disc you can immediately
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Features of DVD Camcorder aaaaaaaaaaaaaa aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa Using with Various Devices Connect this DVD camcorder 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 (gener- ally available) to print the recorded image. You can also transfer the recorded movies and stills to PC. 19
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Cautions When Using Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: • The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with 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 disappear soon, turn the DVD camcorder off, wait for a while, and then turn it on again. • Do not place the DVD camcorder with the open LCD screen down. • Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD camcorde
