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... the provided USB cable 130 How to remove/replace a DVD or remove a card during the connection 132 Using a PC's DVD drive to read a DVD recorded on Use of CD-ROM 182 To Order in the United States 183 7 Connecting to Your PC 125 Software installation 128 Preparation before opening the package of this information... 157 Cautions on the camcorder 133 Before terminating PC connection (removing the USB cable) and changing the power switch setting 134 How to Use the Software 135 Uninstalling the software 145 Precautions When Connecting to read this Product -
... the provided USB cable 130 How to remove/replace a DVD or remove a card during the connection 132 Using a PC's DVD drive to read a DVD recorded on Use of CD-ROM 182 To Order in the United States 183 7 Connecting to Your PC 125 Software installation 128 Preparation before opening the package of this information... 157 Cautions on the camcorder 133 Before terminating PC connection (removing the USB cable) and changing the power switch setting 134 How to Use the Software 135 Uninstalling the software 145 Precautions When Connecting to read this Product -
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...Install the software on a TV. Be sure to fully charge the battery before use this battery away from an AC power outlet, and to the camcorder. AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3) Use to control the camcorder from the camcorder on the CDROM onto your new Hitachi Camcorder. ... USB cable. 13 Remote control (DZ-RM4W) Use to power the camcorder from children. Introduction Checking Provided Accessories Make sure the following accessories are included in the package. Lithium battery (CR2032) To power the remote control. The DZ-HS903A can input audio and video signals from an AC outlet, use...
...Install the software on a TV. Be sure to fully charge the battery before use this battery away from an AC power outlet, and to the camcorder. AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3) Use to control the camcorder from the camcorder on the CDROM onto your new Hitachi Camcorder. ... USB cable. 13 Remote control (DZ-RM4W) Use to power the camcorder from children. Introduction Checking Provided Accessories Make sure the following accessories are included in the package. Lithium battery (CR2032) To power the remote control. The DZ-HS903A can input audio and video signals from an AC outlet, use...
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... storage media (discs and cards) and available functions that can be unfinalized. *6 The provided software is used with this camcorder. Playback is ●*4 ●*4 ● finalized (p.121) ●*5 - ●*5 ●*4 Copying recordings onto ●*6 ●*6 ●*6 *7 a PC (p.125) ●*6 *7 ●*6 *7 ●*6 *7 ● Making DVD video discs - ●*6 *8 ●*6 *8 ●*6 *9 ●*6 *9 - - Playing on other...
... storage media (discs and cards) and available functions that can be unfinalized. *6 The provided software is used with this camcorder. Playback is ●*4 ●*4 ● finalized (p.121) ●*5 - ●*5 ●*4 Copying recordings onto ●*6 ●*6 ●*6 *7 a PC (p.125) ●*6 *7 ●*6 *7 ●*6 *7 ● Making DVD video discs - ●*6 *8 ●*6 *8 ●*6 *9 ●*6 *9 - - Playing on other...
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... back your PC from DVD-RW (VR mode), you insert a DVD-R disc recorded on another Hitachi camcorder into this camcorder, the disc navigation screen will not unfinalize it. z If you need to your disc. Notes on Finalization z Do not insert a DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R disc which comply with...discs or recording modes, playback of all discs under all conditions is not possible, use a finalized DVD-RW (VR mode) disc for a moment temporarily between scenes while playing on the editing software or recording status of a PC. z Although discs recorded (and finalized) on this camcorder can be...
... back your PC from DVD-RW (VR mode), you insert a DVD-R disc recorded on another Hitachi camcorder into this camcorder, the disc navigation screen will not unfinalize it. z If you need to your disc. Notes on Finalization z Do not insert a DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R disc which comply with...discs or recording modes, playback of all discs under all conditions is not possible, use a finalized DVD-RW (VR mode) disc for a moment temporarily between scenes while playing on the editing software or recording status of a PC. z Although discs recorded (and finalized) on this camcorder can be...
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..., CPRM, or CSS, which are copyright protected, are not compatible with the software provided with this camcorder. • The software provided with QuickTime, even after installing the optional MPEG-2 playback component; You can also create a DVD-video (DVD-RW/DVD-R) and DVD-VR (DVD-RAM/DVD-RW). Windows ImageMixer 3 This allows you to import the images recorded on the...
..., CPRM, or CSS, which are copyright protected, are not compatible with the software provided with this camcorder. • The software provided with QuickTime, even after installing the optional MPEG-2 playback component; You can also create a DVD-video (DVD-RW/DVD-R) and DVD-VR (DVD-RAM/DVD-RW). Windows ImageMixer 3 This allows you to import the images recorded on the...
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....4 screens for Japanese, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (simplified characters) users. The provided software is compatible for Macintosh. Screen shots in this manual use this software, you must log in as overclocking, had been added from the original specifications. • Windows® ...greater is recommended.) The following before opening the package of 1024×768 pixel, 16 bit (High color) or greater • Video device compliant with Direct X® 9.0c or greater version • Sound output device Connecting to which any alteration, such as administrator...
....4 screens for Japanese, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (simplified characters) users. The provided software is compatible for Macintosh. Screen shots in this manual use this software, you must log in as overclocking, had been added from the original specifications. • Windows® ...greater is recommended.) The following before opening the package of 1024×768 pixel, 16 bit (High color) or greater • Video device compliant with Direct X® 9.0c or greater version • Sound output device Connecting to which any alteration, such as administrator...
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... When connected via a USB hub - Connecting to use may occur depending on a Mac OS X Server. When used on the combinations of other software and devices you are necessary. (May not operate if the camcorder is connected through a USB hub.) SuperDrive mounted in Macintosh in standard The slot-...in the following free space is needed: • At time of installing the software: Approx. 50 MB • At time of disc creation: approx. 2 times or more USB 1.1 or 2.0 free ports are using. PowerPC G4 1 ...
... When connected via a USB hub - Connecting to use may occur depending on a Mac OS X Server. When used on the combinations of other software and devices you are necessary. (May not operate if the camcorder is connected through a USB hub.) SuperDrive mounted in Macintosh in standard The slot-...in the following free space is needed: • At time of installing the software: Approx. 50 MB • At time of disc creation: approx. 2 times or more USB 1.1 or 2.0 free ports are using. PowerPC G4 1 ...
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... Connecting to Your PC 128 If there is contained using . Confirm the software license agreement. The software installer automatically starts up, and the "Choose Setup Language" screen 2 automatically appears. Read the software license agreement carefully. If you agree with the terms, select "I accept ... If you wish to change to the installation destination, click "Next". The "ImageMixer 3" installation screen appears. Click "Next". Software installation Windows Turn on the power to your PC. 1 If you are using Windows' My Computer or Explorer, and double click "Setup...
... Connecting to Your PC 128 If there is contained using . Confirm the software license agreement. The software installer automatically starts up, and the "Choose Setup Language" screen 2 automatically appears. Read the software license agreement carefully. If you agree with the terms, select "I accept ... If you wish to change to the installation destination, click "Next". The "ImageMixer 3" installation screen appears. Click "Next". Software installation Windows Turn on the power to your PC. 1 If you are using Windows' My Computer or Explorer, and double click "Setup...
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...In this event, follow the screen indications to Your PC Click 129 Double-click the icon of "ImageMixer 3 for installation are now complete. Software installation is complete, the following message screen will start. Click "Continue", then the operating environment and restrictions will appear. Read them carefully, ... and insert the provided CD-ROM into the Macintosh. 2 Double-click the "DVDCAM5000" icon displayed on the screen. Select your country's video system. 7 Note After completing software installation, Direct X® installation may commence depending on your PC.
...In this event, follow the screen indications to Your PC Click 129 Double-click the icon of "ImageMixer 3 for installation are now complete. Software installation is complete, the following message screen will start. Click "Continue", then the operating environment and restrictions will appear. Read them carefully, ... and insert the provided CD-ROM into the Macintosh. 2 Double-click the "DVDCAM5000" icon displayed on the screen. Select your country's video system. 7 Note After completing software installation, Direct X® installation may commence depending on your PC.
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... Preparation before installing software. z A +RW disc set in the camcorder will automatically be installed. 4 Select your language to your PC). Installation will appear. Connecting to another camcorder's medium, disconnect the USB cable from the HDD/a DVD-RAM/SD memory card, finalization...with the OS will be sure to "HDD", "DVD", or "SD" (the medium from a DVD-RW/ DVD-R set in the camcorder, be automatically finalized when you accept the license agreement, click "I agree". * With the provided software for Macintosh, the language used for operation. Check...
... Preparation before installing software. z A +RW disc set in the camcorder will automatically be installed. 4 Select your language to your PC). Installation will appear. Connecting to another camcorder's medium, disconnect the USB cable from the HDD/a DVD-RAM/SD memory card, finalization...with the OS will be sure to "HDD", "DVD", or "SD" (the medium from a DVD-RW/ DVD-R set in the camcorder, be automatically finalized when you accept the license agreement, click "I agree". * With the provided software for Macintosh, the language used for operation. Check...
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... PC, it will be recognized as a removable disc. Double-click the removable disc icon displayed on the software environment you have connected to the PC.) z HDD/DVD file operations using Explorer/Finder (Use the provided software.) z Camcorder operations using the operation buttons of the camcorder z Ejecting a disc by operating the connected PC without...
... PC, it will be recognized as a removable disc. Double-click the removable disc icon displayed on the software environment you have connected to the PC.) z HDD/DVD file operations using Explorer/Finder (Use the provided software.) z Camcorder operations using the operation buttons of the camcorder z Ejecting a disc by operating the connected PC without...
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... Select the camcorder's drive icon using Windows Explorer or My Computer. → Click the right button on your PC's DVD drive and software conform to the SD memory card. Do not use it in Trash Box: Then the lid of the camcorder's disc compartment will be lit or ... CARD ACCESS indicator on the camcorder (p.15) is written to the standards of August 2008). If you can directly insert the DVD into the DVD drive to the DVD drive. Note that the DVD drive can be removed. You may be recognized. Macintosh Place the drive icon of this type of drive, since a disc...
... Select the camcorder's drive icon using Windows Explorer or My Computer. → Click the right button on your PC's DVD drive and software conform to the SD memory card. Do not use it in Trash Box: Then the lid of the camcorder's disc compartment will be lit or ... CARD ACCESS indicator on the camcorder (p.15) is written to the standards of August 2008). If you can directly insert the DVD into the DVD drive to the DVD drive. Note that the DVD drive can be removed. You may be recognized. Macintosh Place the drive icon of this type of drive, since a disc...
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... the PDF manual, click "Help (H)" - Disconnect the USB cable. How to Use the Software See p.140 if you to import images recorded on the camcorder to use with the software. You can then edit video file(s), and create a DVD-Video or DVD-VR using this camcorder (p.120). To start ImageMixer 3, double-click the ImageMixer 3 shortcut that...
... the PDF manual, click "Help (H)" - Disconnect the USB cable. How to Use the Software See p.140 if you to import images recorded on the camcorder to use with the software. You can then edit video file(s), and create a DVD-Video or DVD-VR using this camcorder (p.120). To start ImageMixer 3, double-click the ImageMixer 3 shortcut that...
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... Macintosh. Launch ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition by clicking "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed in the Macintosh HD (startup disk) - Refer to burn a DVD-VR (DVDRAM/DVD-RW) disc. • With scenes recorded on a DVDRW (VF mode)/DVD-R/+RW disc, no recording date/time will appear. ...software for detailed instructions of ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM". "Applications" "ImageMixer 3 for DVDCAM. To start ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition, double-click the "ImageMixer 3 for DVDCAM" icon in the left of ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM. You can play back a video file, edit it and create a DVD-Video...
... Macintosh. Launch ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition by clicking "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed in the Macintosh HD (startup disk) - Refer to burn a DVD-VR (DVDRAM/DVD-RW) disc. • With scenes recorded on a DVDRW (VF mode)/DVD-R/+RW disc, no recording date/time will appear. ...software for detailed instructions of ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM". "Applications" "ImageMixer 3 for DVDCAM. To start ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition, double-click the "ImageMixer 3 for DVDCAM" icon in the left of ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM. You can play back a video file, edit it and create a DVD-Video...
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... /Library/Receipts/ImageMixer 3 for the AC adapter/charger and the USB cable. z While accessing the camcorder from overheating. Uninstalling the software Windows Use "Control Panel" to open "Add or Remove Applications", select the application to be usable. If you connect this occurs while writing to...indicator is cut during data transfer, your valuable recorded data may not function properly. In particular, if an error occurs while writing to DVD-R, the disc will be usable. As extended time will no longer be limited to a rough standard of applications, and then click ...
... /Library/Receipts/ImageMixer 3 for the AC adapter/charger and the USB cable. z While accessing the camcorder from overheating. Uninstalling the software Windows Use "Control Panel" to open "Add or Remove Applications", select the application to be usable. If you connect this occurs while writing to...indicator is cut during data transfer, your valuable recorded data may not function properly. In particular, if an error occurs while writing to DVD-R, the disc will be usable. As extended time will no longer be limited to a rough standard of applications, and then click ...
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...finalize a DVD-RW/DVD-R recorded on the software provided with this camcorder. Doing so will make the disc unusable. Contact Information z Inquiries on this camcorder should be directed to Your PC 146 If this camcorder: Hitachi Camcorder PC Software Support Center URL: http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/ Connecting... to the PC at the same time. Support Center phone numbers for software provided: PIXELA CORPORATION +1-800-458-4029 (Toll-free) +1-213-341-0163 URL: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/ hitachi/e/index.html z For inquiries on all devices is started from the PC...
...finalize a DVD-RW/DVD-R recorded on the software provided with this camcorder. Doing so will make the disc unusable. Contact Information z Inquiries on this camcorder should be directed to Your PC 146 If this camcorder: Hitachi Camcorder PC Software Support Center URL: http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/ Connecting... to the PC at the same time. Support Center phone numbers for software provided: PIXELA CORPORATION +1-800-458-4029 (Toll-free) +1-213-341-0163 URL: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/ hitachi/e/index.html z For inquiries on all devices is started from the PC...
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... is full. than one minute for recording, they cannot cannot be changed . 76 * "DVD-RW (VF)" will appear when using the camcorder. Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page DVD-R*, Video With DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R discs, once the movie mode and 16:9 mode quality and 16:9 mode are stored. ...on it . 112 HDD error has Did you interrupt the formatting of entered scenes has reached the limit that - Cannot execute. executed the software-protect. Combine several scenes or delete them. 102, 105 HDD error has occurred. Format the Select "YES", and then format the HDD....
... is full. than one minute for recording, they cannot cannot be changed . 76 * "DVD-RW (VF)" will appear when using the camcorder. Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page DVD-R*, Video With DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R discs, once the movie mode and 16:9 mode quality and 16:9 mode are stored. ...on it . 112 HDD error has Did you interrupt the formatting of entered scenes has reached the limit that - Cannot execute. executed the software-protect. Combine several scenes or delete them. 102, 105 HDD error has occurred. Format the Select "YES", and then format the HDD....
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... it is also recommended that the camcorder's power switch is set to "HDD" or "DVD". 22 camcorder. Transfer of the stops. provided software if you update the other DVD editing/creating software of Do you use a USB movies recorded on the back of the PC. Additional Information ...3 software. Is the disc scratched or dirty? There may be solved - The DISC EJECT While the camcorder is too high due to during writing to a continuous operation. PC. This problem may be DVD? the PC. If you are using camcorder. your PC display adapter (video card...
... it is also recommended that the camcorder's power switch is set to "HDD" or "DVD". 22 camcorder. Transfer of the stops. provided software if you update the other DVD editing/creating software of Do you use a USB movies recorded on the back of the PC. Additional Information ...3 software. Is the disc scratched or dirty? There may be solved - The DISC EJECT While the camcorder is too high due to during writing to a continuous operation. PC. This problem may be DVD? the PC. If you are using camcorder. your PC display adapter (video card...
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.... 1) − Disc cannot correctly be recognized − Disc cannot be initialized − Delay between video and audio PLAY PHOTO SELECT * Block noise − A recording of one scene may be divided into.../Playback is user's responsibility to control the data on disc and memory card. • Hitachi will not accept any responsibility for leaking of the HDD following the procedures below. 1 While... the camcorder is recommended that you physically destroy it or use deletion exclusive software (generally available) to completely delete the data on disc or memory card. • When...
.... 1) − Disc cannot correctly be recognized − Disc cannot be initialized − Delay between video and audio PLAY PHOTO SELECT * Block noise − A recording of one scene may be divided into.../Playback is user's responsibility to control the data on disc and memory card. • Hitachi will not accept any responsibility for leaking of the HDD following the procedures below. 1 While... the camcorder is recommended that you physically destroy it or use deletion exclusive software (generally available) to completely delete the data on disc or memory card. • When...
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Recording DVD-RAM/ Movie: Conforming to DVD video recording (DVD-VR) format DVD-RW (VR mode) format Audio: Dolby Digital DVD-RW (VF mode)/ Movie: Conforming to DVD video format DVD-R Audio: Dolby Digital +RW Movie: DVD+RW video format Audio: Dolby Digital Card Still: Conforming to JPEG 2016 × 1512 pixels External input (DZ-HS903A): 640 × 480 pixels Recordable discs 8 cm DVD-RAM...
Recording DVD-RAM/ Movie: Conforming to DVD video recording (DVD-VR) format DVD-RW (VR mode) format Audio: Dolby Digital DVD-RW (VF mode)/ Movie: Conforming to DVD video format DVD-R Audio: Dolby Digital +RW Movie: DVD+RW video format Audio: Dolby Digital Card Still: Conforming to JPEG 2016 × 1512 pixels External input (DZ-HS903A): 640 × 480 pixels Recordable discs 8 cm DVD-RAM...