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... product, please read this Hitachi Camcorder. Viewing Various Recording Techniques Dubbing on DVD Editing DZ-HS803A Viewing on the Other Devices Connecting to Your PC Additional Information Thank you for purchasing this Instruction Manual to understand its proper use. DZ-HS903A Instruction Manual DZ-HS803A Instruction Manual (English) DZ-HS903A DZ-HS803A DZ-HS903A Introduction HDD/DVD/Cards Battery Pack Let's Get Started...
... product, please read this Hitachi Camcorder. Viewing Various Recording Techniques Dubbing on DVD Editing DZ-HS803A Viewing on the Other Devices Connecting to Your PC Additional Information Thank you for purchasing this Instruction Manual to understand its proper use. DZ-HS903A Instruction Manual DZ-HS803A Instruction Manual (English) DZ-HS903A DZ-HS803A DZ-HS903A Introduction HDD/DVD/Cards Battery Pack Let's Get Started...
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...sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. More than 99.99% of this unit. The DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE... OR SHOCK HAZARD, BE SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/ CHARGER (DZ-ACS3). The camcorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks. CAUTION RISK ...to direct sunlight, high temperatures, or near a flame source. 2 WARNING: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Therefore, it is made by highly precise ...
...sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. More than 99.99% of this unit. The DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE... OR SHOCK HAZARD, BE SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/ CHARGER (DZ-ACS3). The camcorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks. CAUTION RISK ...to direct sunlight, high temperatures, or near a flame source. 2 WARNING: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY REPLACED. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Therefore, it is made by highly precise ...
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... 28 Deleting Recorded Movies/Stills 29 Functions and Characteristics of HDD/DVD/Cards 30 About HDD/DVD 31 About cards 33 Cautions for discs and cards 33 Inserting a DVD 34 When loading a new DVD-RW/+RW .......... 36 Battery Pack 37 CHARGE lamp status and charging time ..... 37 Recording... time with a fully charged battery. 37 Connecting the camcorder to a wall outlet.... 38 Detaching the DC power cord/battery pack from the camcorder ...
... 28 Deleting Recorded Movies/Stills 29 Functions and Characteristics of HDD/DVD/Cards 30 About HDD/DVD 31 About cards 33 Cautions for discs and cards 33 Inserting a DVD 34 When loading a new DVD-RW/+RW .......... 36 Battery Pack 37 CHARGE lamp status and charging time ..... 37 Recording... time with a fully charged battery. 37 Connecting the camcorder to a wall outlet.... 38 Detaching the DC power cord/battery pack from the camcorder ...
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...protect the lens. AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3) Use to charge the battery. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for your PC, then connect the camcorder to view images from an AC outlet, use . The DZ-HS903A can input audio and video signals from an AC power outlet, ...Video connector is for output signals only.) The DZ-HS803A has no external input function. Lens cap and lens cap string Attach the lens cap when not recording, to the AC outlet. DC power cord To power the camcorder from the camcorder on the CDROM onto your new Hitachi Camcorder. Battery pack (DZ...
...protect the lens. AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3) Use to charge the battery. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for your PC, then connect the camcorder to view images from an AC outlet, use . The DZ-HS903A can input audio and video signals from an AC power outlet, ...Video connector is for output signals only.) The DZ-HS803A has no external input function. Lens cap and lens cap string Attach the lens cap when not recording, to the AC outlet. DC power cord To power the camcorder from the camcorder on the CDROM onto your new Hitachi Camcorder. Battery pack (DZ...
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Power switch (p.22) Hand strap (p.18) 14 Names of Parts Power switch side Introduction QUICK START button (p.41) ACCESS/PC indicator (p.11) PHOTO/SELECT button (p.27, 47) DISC EJECT switch (p.25) Disc compartment (p.25) Battery platform (p.21) Battery eject switch (PUSH) (p.38) Record button (p.25) Lock switch (p.22) When the power switch is set the LOCK switch to the upper position to prevent accidentally moving the power switch to "DVD", the LOCK switch cannot be moved. When the power switch is set to "HDD", set to "DVD".
Power switch (p.22) Hand strap (p.18) 14 Names of Parts Power switch side Introduction QUICK START button (p.41) ACCESS/PC indicator (p.11) PHOTO/SELECT button (p.27, 47) DISC EJECT switch (p.25) Disc compartment (p.25) Battery platform (p.21) Battery eject switch (PUSH) (p.38) Record button (p.25) Lock switch (p.22) When the power switch is set the LOCK switch to the upper position to prevent accidentally moving the power switch to "DVD", the LOCK switch cannot be moved. When the power switch is set to "HDD", set to "DVD".
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... (p.54) Confirmation button (p.28) C (stop/cancel) button (p.47) e (forward skip) button (p.54) Inserting the provided lithium battery into the remote control While inserting a thin tipped instrument (paperclip, etc.) into the hole marked PUSH, swing the battery holder arm out. Slide the cover to close it. Remote control REC PHOTO DISPLAY MENU DIGITAL... (p.27) REC button (p.24) MENU button (p.23) SELECT button (p.47) d (reverse search) button (p.54) DELETE button (p.102) DISC NAVIGATION button (p.28) * Functions the same as . Battery holder * For instructions on handling...
... (p.54) Confirmation button (p.28) C (stop/cancel) button (p.47) e (forward skip) button (p.54) Inserting the provided lithium battery into the remote control While inserting a thin tipped instrument (paperclip, etc.) into the hole marked PUSH, swing the battery holder arm out. Slide the cover to close it. Remote control REC PHOTO DISPLAY MENU DIGITAL... (p.27) REC button (p.24) MENU button (p.23) SELECT button (p.47) d (reverse search) button (p.54) DELETE button (p.102) DISC NAVIGATION button (p.28) * Functions the same as . Battery holder * For instructions on handling...
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... cap to the hand strap using a soft dry cloth if the lens gets dirty. 18 Tie the strap to the lens. Introduction Warning BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF NOT HANDLED PROPERLY. Adjusting the hand strap Fasten the hand strap according to the lens when you are not using the camcorder...supplied). Replace the belt. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE, OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE. Pass the small loop end of fire or explosion. Note Replace the battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2032, or Duracell DL2032. small loop Notes • To protect the lens, attach the lens cap to the...
... cap to the hand strap using a soft dry cloth if the lens gets dirty. 18 Tie the strap to the lens. Introduction Warning BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF NOT HANDLED PROPERLY. Adjusting the hand strap Fasten the hand strap according to the lens when you are not using the camcorder...supplied). Replace the belt. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE, OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE. Pass the small loop end of fire or explosion. Note Replace the battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2032, or Duracell DL2032. small loop Notes • To protect the lens, attach the lens cap to the...
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... to the brightest. 20 The brightness changes every time you ) • The LCD monitor displays a mirror image of the subject. • The remaining battery charge indicator will not be reset to see the image on while being powered from an AC power outlet, the LCD brightness setting will be... displayed (p.148). You can adjust the brightness of this case. • A warning message will only appear when battery power is retained in this camcorder, the brightness is turned on display. At time of purchase of the LCD monitor when it is turned off...
... to the brightest. 20 The brightness changes every time you ) • The LCD monitor displays a mirror image of the subject. • The remaining battery charge indicator will not be reset to see the image on while being powered from an AC power outlet, the LCD brightness setting will be... displayed (p.148). You can adjust the brightness of this case. • A warning message will only appear when battery power is retained in this camcorder, the brightness is turned on display. At time of purchase of the LCD monitor when it is turned off...
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...to a wall outlet. Charge Status During charge Charge complete CHARGE indicator lit Unlit * For details on the charge status of the battery pack. Note Charging will not occur if the DC power cord is connected. CHARGE indicator Let's Get Started If the CHARGE indicator... does not light, check that the connections ( , , ) are firmly connected. Notes • Charge battery pack in temperatures above +50ºF (10ºC) and below +86ºF (30ºC). • Use only the AC adapter/charger which accompanied your...
...to a wall outlet. Charge Status During charge Charge complete CHARGE indicator lit Unlit * For details on the charge status of the battery pack. Note Charging will not occur if the DC power cord is connected. CHARGE indicator Let's Get Started If the CHARGE indicator... does not light, check that the connections ( , , ) are firmly connected. Notes • Charge battery pack in temperatures above +50ºF (10ºC) and below +86ºF (30ºC). • Use only the AC adapter/charger which accompanied your...
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Place the recording surface of a disc (p.11). Attach the charged battery pack. Let's Get Started Recording Movies to a DVD 1 Insert a DVD. When handling a disc: Do not touch the recording surface of the DVD face down. (For a single-sided disc, the side opposite the label is the recording surface.) 25
Place the recording surface of a disc (p.11). Attach the charged battery pack. Let's Get Started Recording Movies to a DVD 1 Insert a DVD. When handling a disc: Do not touch the recording surface of the DVD face down. (For a single-sided disc, the side opposite the label is the recording surface.) 25
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...and micro SD memory card can be used . Cautions for discs and cards To prevent data loss or damage: • Do not remove the battery and card while reading or writing data. • Do not use the camcorder in a place subject to static electricity or electrical noise. • Do... not leave a disc unused in the camcorder for an extended period of HDD/DVD/Cards About cards z Card Handling • Do not use cards other than those specified. • Be sure to perform trial recording before ...
...and micro SD memory card can be used . Cautions for discs and cards To prevent data loss or damage: • Do not remove the battery and card while reading or writing data. • Do not use the camcorder in a place subject to static electricity or electrical noise. • Do... not leave a disc unused in the camcorder for an extended period of HDD/DVD/Cards About cards z Card Handling • Do not use cards other than those specified. • Be sure to perform trial recording before ...
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...For single-sided discs, the side opposite the label is inserted, see p.36. 34 Functions and Characteristics of the DVD until the ACCESS/ PC indicator lights, then release. When a new DVD-RW or +RW is the recording surface. • To record on the other side for double-sided discs, remove... do not remove the power source, shake, or subject the camcorder to "OFF". Then, press down on the center of HDD/DVD/Cards Inserting a DVD Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder or connect the camcorder to a wall outlet. Open it . After several seconds, the lid pops open.
...For single-sided discs, the side opposite the label is inserted, see p.36. 34 Functions and Characteristics of the DVD until the ACCESS/ PC indicator lights, then release. When a new DVD-RW or +RW is the recording surface. • To record on the other side for double-sided discs, remove... do not remove the power source, shake, or subject the camcorder to "OFF". Then, press down on the center of HDD/DVD/Cards Inserting a DVD Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder or connect the camcorder to a wall outlet. Open it . After several seconds, the lid pops open.
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Continuous recording Normal use* (with max LCD brightness) (with max LCD brightness) Battery type Video mode XTRA/FINE STD XTRA/FINE STD Recording media HDD DVD HDD DVD HDD DVD HDD DVD DZ-BP14S (provided) DZ-BP14SW 110 95 110 105 55 45 55 50 (separately sold) DZ-BP21SW (separately sold ) Blinks See "Troubleshooting" (p.157). 165 mins 235 mins ...
Continuous recording Normal use* (with max LCD brightness) (with max LCD brightness) Battery type Video mode XTRA/FINE STD XTRA/FINE STD Recording media HDD DVD HDD DVD HDD DVD HDD DVD DZ-BP14S (provided) DZ-BP14SW 110 95 110 105 55 45 55 50 (separately sold) DZ-BP21SW (separately sold ) Blinks See "Troubleshooting" (p.157). 165 mins 235 mins ...
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... wall outlet Connect to the camcorder. An AC plug adapter is attached to drop the battery pack while detaching it. 38 Power cable Battery Pack Connect to the AC adapter/ charger. Notes • The battery pack will not be charged while the DC power cord is connected to the AC adapter... camcorder Always turn the power off before disconnecting the power supply. AC 200-240V AC Plug Adapter (not provided) Detaching the DC power cord/battery pack from your local electronics distributor. If you need one, purchase it . • Be careful not to the AC adapter/charger. • The...
... wall outlet Connect to the camcorder. An AC plug adapter is attached to drop the battery pack while detaching it. 38 Power cable Battery Pack Connect to the AC adapter/ charger. Notes • The battery pack will not be charged while the DC power cord is connected to the AC adapter... camcorder Always turn the power off before disconnecting the power supply. AC 200-240V AC Plug Adapter (not provided) Detaching the DC power cord/battery pack from your local electronics distributor. If you need one, purchase it . • Be careful not to the AC adapter/charger. • The...
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...is recommended that you fully charge the battery at about the same level as during recording. Battery life The battery life varies greatly depending on and fully deplete the battery charge, then remove the battery and store it is recommended that you charge the battery a day before using the camcorder.... not leave the camcorder in record pause mode for too long. Battery Pack Efficient Use of the Battery • The battery will slightly discharge even if it is detached from the camcorder. • If the battery is left idle for approximately five minutes in record pause mode....
...is recommended that you fully charge the battery at about the same level as during recording. Battery life The battery life varies greatly depending on and fully deplete the battery charge, then remove the battery and store it is recommended that you charge the battery a day before using the camcorder.... not leave the camcorder in record pause mode for too long. Battery Pack Efficient Use of the Battery • The battery will slightly discharge even if it is detached from the camcorder. • If the battery is left idle for approximately five minutes in record pause mode....
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...Remaining space on change to "n" and recording will also light up red. HDD/DVD/Card • The recording indicator beneath the lens will begin. The elapsed recording time will reset to "HDD" or "DVD". 2 Open the LCD monitor. Recording HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW ...(VF) R +RW Recording Movies You can choose either HDD or DVD to record movies. 1 Turn the power switch to "0:00:00". • To resume recording, press the record button... the lock button, and turn the power switch. 3 Press the record button. Remaining battery level Current time 40
...Remaining space on change to "n" and recording will also light up red. HDD/DVD/Card • The recording indicator beneath the lens will begin. The elapsed recording time will reset to "HDD" or "DVD". 2 Open the LCD monitor. Recording HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW ...(VF) R +RW Recording Movies You can choose either HDD or DVD to record movies. 1 Turn the power switch to "0:00:00". • To resume recording, press the record button... the lock button, and turn the power switch. 3 Press the record button. Remaining battery level Current time 40
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Doing so may cause an error in sleep mode continues for approx. 30 minutes. Hints • For details on a DVD which was protected using another device. Notes • The ACCESS/PC indicator is about one second) by pressing the record button (press again ... it to a minimum (approx. Recording Using the Quick Start function If you finish recording. camcorder enters sleep mode and will keep battery consumption to "HDD"/"DVD". In this case, use that same device to deactivate the protection on screen displays during recording) and you can also return to "OFF", ...
Doing so may cause an error in sleep mode continues for approx. 30 minutes. Hints • For details on a DVD which was protected using another device. Notes • The ACCESS/PC indicator is about one second) by pressing the record button (press again ... it to a minimum (approx. Recording Using the Quick Start function If you finish recording. camcorder enters sleep mode and will keep battery consumption to "HDD"/"DVD". In this case, use that same device to deactivate the protection on screen displays during recording) and you can also return to "OFF", ...
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... FULL AUTO HDD ACCESS VOLUME 8 : 0 0 AM 12/ 1/2008 HDD/DVD/Card type Movie recording quality Warnings/Messages Current time/date Flash Self-timer External Input (DZ-HS903A) Recording status Movie recording time Remaining space on HDD/DVD/Card Remaining number of recordable scenes (DZ-HS903A) Remaining battery level FULL AUTO indicator (p.72) Volume * The above display is...
... FULL AUTO HDD ACCESS VOLUME 8 : 0 0 AM 12/ 1/2008 HDD/DVD/Card type Movie recording quality Warnings/Messages Current time/date Flash Self-timer External Input (DZ-HS903A) Recording status Movie recording time Remaining space on HDD/DVD/Card Remaining number of recordable scenes (DZ-HS903A) Remaining battery level FULL AUTO indicator (p.72) Volume * The above display is...
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During playback, this camcorder) : DVD-R finalized using HDD) (DZ-HS903A) REM XX Scene: Will appear when the remaining number of recordable scenes (999 scenes max.*6) is 50 or less. Remaining battery level (p.37) Full Almost empty Volume Appears here when "Input Source" is ...No remaining time or number will be in purple. If the number is inserted. *4 Sometimes longer recording than the DZ-HS903A/ DZ-HS803A. Or DVD-R recorded using a HITACHI camcorder marketed before the DZ-HS903A/ DZ-HS803A : +RW : Finalized +RW : SD memory card : Locked SD memory card No icon*2 Movie recording...
During playback, this camcorder) : DVD-R finalized using HDD) (DZ-HS903A) REM XX Scene: Will appear when the remaining number of recordable scenes (999 scenes max.*6) is 50 or less. Remaining battery level (p.37) Full Almost empty Volume Appears here when "Input Source" is ...No remaining time or number will be in purple. If the number is inserted. *4 Sometimes longer recording than the DZ-HS903A/ DZ-HS803A. Or DVD-R recorded using a HITACHI camcorder marketed before the DZ-HS903A/ DZ-HS803A : +RW : Finalized +RW : SD memory card : Locked SD memory card No icon*2 Movie recording...
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... with both hands and tuck your elbows to "OFF", then turn off if standby in the monitor. Notes • After recording, do not disconnect the battery or AC adapter/charger until "m" lights green in the recorded data and you may not be out of the power save setting (p.60), the camcorder...
... with both hands and tuck your elbows to "OFF", then turn off if standby in the monitor. Notes • After recording, do not disconnect the battery or AC adapter/charger until "m" lights green in the recorded data and you may not be out of the power save setting (p.60), the camcorder...