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...blade wider than the other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 6 Overloading - This page lists important information that they exit from battery power, or other ). Comply with all operating and use this can be routed so that will fit into the outlet, try reversing...warnings on the marking label. Power-supply cables should be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an extension, use of DVD camcorder and accessory equipment. This plug will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use a polarized cable. 5 Power Sources - All the ...
...blade wider than the other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 6 Overloading - This page lists important information that they exit from battery power, or other ). Comply with all operating and use this can be routed so that will fit into the outlet, try reversing...warnings on the marking label. Power-supply cables should be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an extension, use of DVD camcorder and accessory equipment. This plug will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use a polarized cable. 5 Power Sources - All the ...
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...Do not operate charger with damaged cable or plug - Use of improper extension cable could result in a risk of injury, charge only rechargeable battery, DZ-BP16 or DZ-BP28. Do not disassemble charger: take it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in good electrical condition; Also ...read all instructions on pages 4-6. 4. Other types of batteries may result in a risk of extension cable (feet) Equal to or less than 100 ...
...Do not operate charger with damaged cable or plug - Use of improper extension cable could result in a risk of injury, charge only rechargeable battery, DZ-BP16 or DZ-BP28. Do not disassemble charger: take it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in good electrical condition; Also ...read all instructions on pages 4-6. 4. Other types of batteries may result in a risk of extension cable (feet) Equal to or less than 100 ...
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...play back, and use Disc Navigation for editing scenes and play lists. • Chapter 5, "DVD camcorder settings", explains how to operate the on-screen menu for recording. • Chapter 3, "Recording", explains... information you use most often (this manual, and get to know your business. Get to know Hitachi. Read thoroughly before starting to record. • Chapter 4, "Playback", explains how to play back...for scenes you want this manual to be as helpful as needed. Quick Index Charging Battery Pack 40 Recording Movie 66 Immediately Checking Recorded Scene 93 Connecting to a TV and ...
...play back, and use Disc Navigation for editing scenes and play lists. • Chapter 5, "DVD camcorder settings", explains how to operate the on-screen menu for recording. • Chapter 3, "Recording", explains... information you use most often (this manual, and get to know your business. Get to know Hitachi. Read thoroughly before starting to record. • Chapter 4, "Playback", explains how to play back...for scenes you want this manual to be as helpful as needed. Quick Index Charging Battery Pack 40 Recording Movie 66 Immediately Checking Recorded Scene 93 Connecting to a TV and ...
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... Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger 7 Read This First 8 Trial Record and Play Back 12 Before You Begin 17 Features of DVD camcorder 18 Cautions when using 20 Cautions when storing 24 Suggestions and restrictions 25 About this text 25 Checking provided accessories 26 Names of parts 29... DVD-RAM discs 33 Setups 39 Setting the battery 40 Using DVD camcorder with AC adapter/charger 45 Setting up the DVD camcorder 47 Setting date and time 52 Setting up the infrared remote control 54 Using the infrared remote ...
... Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger 7 Read This First 8 Trial Record and Play Back 12 Before You Begin 17 Features of DVD camcorder 18 Cautions when using 20 Cautions when storing 24 Suggestions and restrictions 25 About this text 25 Checking provided accessories 26 Names of parts 29... DVD-RAM discs 33 Setups 39 Setting the battery 40 Using DVD camcorder with AC adapter/charger 45 Setting up the DVD camcorder 47 Setting date and time 52 Setting up the infrared remote control 54 Using the infrared remote ...
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...9675;c○or○ d○ i○n○g 1. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the DVD camcorder. 2-1 Attach the terminal device of battery attachment platform, and, while fitting it onto the DVD camcorder, slide it downward until a click is set to "[ ] movie". 2. Caution • Before...Provided Accessories" on DVD camcorder. N○ ○ec○ e○s○s○a○ry○ ○D○e○v○ic○e○s DVD camcorder AC adapter/ charger DZ-ACP1 DC power cable Power cable 8 cm DVD-RAM disc When using a battery pack, charge it back...
...9675;c○or○ d○ i○n○g 1. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the DVD camcorder. 2-1 Attach the terminal device of battery attachment platform, and, while fitting it onto the DVD camcorder, slide it downward until a click is set to "[ ] movie". 2. Caution • Before...Provided Accessories" on DVD camcorder. N○ ○ec○ e○s○s○a○ry○ ○D○e○v○ic○e○s DVD camcorder AC adapter/ charger DZ-ACP1 DC power cable Power cable 8 cm DVD-RAM disc When using a battery pack, charge it back...
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... Disc Navigation (see p. 98) is useful when you have recorded will start. Pressing the button will terminate recording and set the DVD camcorder to the recording pause mode. Press the button while in the recording pause mode. Stop playback. Pressing REC again will terminate playback and... set the DVD camcorder to the recording pause mode. 3. Do not remove the battery pack or AC adapter/ charger from the DVD camcorder until the indicator turns off . Start recording. tor at the center of POWER...
... Disc Navigation (see p. 98) is useful when you have recorded will start. Pressing the button will terminate recording and set the DVD camcorder to the recording pause mode. Press the button while in the recording pause mode. Stop playback. Pressing REC again will terminate playback and... set the DVD camcorder to the recording pause mode. 3. Do not remove the battery pack or AC adapter/ charger from the DVD camcorder until the indicator turns off . Start recording. tor at the center of POWER...
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...while before using it off with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide. If this occurs, turn it again. 22 If you move the DVD camcorder 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...gas such as hydrogen sulfide, could corrode the battery connecting terminals, which could result in loss of power. Do not expose the DVD camcorder to insecticide: Insecticide entering the DVD camcorder could dirty the optical head, and the DVD camcorder may exceed the limit and the recording/playback operation...
...while before using it off with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide. If this occurs, turn it again. 22 If you move the DVD camcorder 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...gas such as hydrogen sulfide, could corrode the battery connecting terminals, which could result in loss of power. Do not expose the DVD camcorder to insecticide: Insecticide entering the DVD camcorder could dirty the optical head, and the DVD camcorder may exceed the limit and the recording/playback operation...
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...is very near any object or inside the AC adapter/charger, which could cause fire, burns, electric shock or fault. 23 ACCESS If the DVD camcorder is turned off while the ACCESS indicator is blinking: The ACCESS indicator is blinking to show that data is being read the instructions attached with... the DVD-RAM disc: When the DVD camcorder is used for a long period of time, the temperature of DVDRAM disc will increase heat inside any of the following so as not to DVD-RAM disc, or being written to damage the data: • Remove battery pack. • Disconnect AC adapter/charger. ...
...is very near any object or inside the AC adapter/charger, which could cause fire, burns, electric shock or fault. 23 ACCESS If the DVD camcorder is turned off while the ACCESS indicator is blinking: The ACCESS indicator is blinking to show that data is being read the instructions attached with... the DVD-RAM disc: When the DVD camcorder is used for a long period of time, the temperature of DVDRAM disc will increase heat inside any of the following so as not to DVD-RAM disc, or being written to damage the data: • Remove battery pack. • Disconnect AC adapter/charger. ...
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...place near a heater. Also, do not expose the DVD camcorder to strong magnetism or intense vibrations: This could cause malfunctions. Detach the battery from DVD camcorder and store it in a cool place: Leaving the battery attached or storing it at high temperature could cause malfunctions. If... the humidity is high or in a dusty place: Dust entering the DVD camcorder could shorten its life. ...
...place near a heater. Also, do not expose the DVD camcorder to strong magnetism or intense vibrations: This could cause malfunctions. Detach the battery from DVD camcorder and store it in a cool place: Leaving the battery attached or storing it at high temperature could cause malfunctions. If... the humidity is high or in a dusty place: Dust entering the DVD camcorder could shorten its life. ...
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...control. Used when transferring image recorded on the DVD camcorder to the DC power cable, and the external microphone cable if you have all the following accessories in package: Battery (model DZ-BP16): AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACP1): DC power cable: Portable power supply for ...this DVD camcorder: Charge it from a distance. Infrared remote control (model DZ-RM1W): Connect this DVD camcorder. Lens cap and lens cap string: Used...
...control. Used when transferring image recorded on the DVD camcorder to the DC power cable, and the external microphone cable if you have all the following accessories in package: Battery (model DZ-BP16): AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACP1): DC power cable: Portable power supply for ...this DVD camcorder: Charge it from a distance. Infrared remote control (model DZ-RM1W): Connect this DVD camcorder. Lens cap and lens cap string: Used...
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chapter 1_Before You Begin Disc eject button (P. 47) Eye cup (P. 59) Viewfinder (P. 42,59) ACCESS indicator (P. 23) POWER switch (P. 47,52,59) Bottom Diopter control (P. 59) PROG.AE EXPOSURE FOCUS MENU PUSH PUSH 30 Hand strap (P. 48,58) REC button (P. 64,66) Battery attachment platform (P. 42) Battery eject button (P. 43) PROG AE button (P. 64,72) EXPOSURE button (P. 64,78) FOCUS button (P. 64,74,89) MENU button (P. 25,52,64) Select dial (push to enter) (P. 52,61,64,101)
chapter 1_Before You Begin Disc eject button (P. 47) Eye cup (P. 59) Viewfinder (P. 42,59) ACCESS indicator (P. 23) POWER switch (P. 47,52,59) Bottom Diopter control (P. 59) PROG.AE EXPOSURE FOCUS MENU PUSH PUSH 30 Hand strap (P. 48,58) REC button (P. 64,66) Battery attachment platform (P. 42) Battery eject button (P. 43) PROG AE button (P. 64,72) EXPOSURE button (P. 64,78) FOCUS button (P. 64,74,89) MENU button (P. 25,52,64) Select dial (push to enter) (P. 52,61,64,101)
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Setting up the battery 40 Using DVD camcorder with AC adapter/charger 45 Setting up the DVD camcorder 47 Setting date and time 52 Setting up the DVD camcorder for recording. First, while charging the battery, set up the infrared remote control 54 Using the infrared remote control 55 39 Setups Before starting setups, make sure that you will usually have all accessories, referring to power the DVD camcorder. When using the DVD camcorder outdoors, you have to use a battery to page 26.
Setting up the battery 40 Using DVD camcorder with AC adapter/charger 45 Setting up the DVD camcorder 47 Setting date and time 52 Setting up the DVD camcorder for recording. First, while charging the battery, set up the infrared remote control 54 Using the infrared remote control 55 39 Setups Before starting setups, make sure that you will usually have all accessories, referring to power the DVD camcorder. When using the DVD camcorder outdoors, you have to use a battery to page 26.
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... connected to the AC adapter/charger: Disconnect the DC power cable when charging the battery. • Charge the battery at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD camcorder. Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP16 battery pack provided with this DVD camcorder has not been charged at ambient temperature of 50-86 °F (10-30 °...
... connected to the AC adapter/charger: Disconnect the DC power cable when charging the battery. • Charge the battery at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD camcorder. Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP16 battery pack provided with this DVD camcorder has not been charged at ambient temperature of 50-86 °F (10-30 °...
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... any other function after charging has started . The time taken for DVD camcorder recordable time with fully charged battery is in STND mode) DZ-BP16 approx. 105 minutes DZ-BP28 (sold separately) approx. 90 minutes approx. 170 minutes 41 Assume that the battery discharges faster in the direction of AC adapter/charger, and while fitting...
... any other function after charging has started . The time taken for DVD camcorder recordable time with fully charged battery is in STND mode) DZ-BP16 approx. 105 minutes DZ-BP28 (sold separately) approx. 90 minutes approx. 170 minutes 41 Assume that the battery discharges faster in the direction of AC adapter/charger, and while fitting...
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...9675;g○ B○ a○ t○te○ r○y After using the DVD camcorder, remove the battery from it . 1 2. Align the top of battery with the top surface of battery attachment platform of DVD camcorder. 3. indicator or CHG.80 indicator on AC adapter/charger will blink at one-second intervals... resulting in damage. 1. indicator or CHG.80 indicator on AC adapter/charger blinks, remove the battery once, and then reattach it. While fitting the battery onto the DVD 2 · 3 camcorder, slide it will take longer than usual. • If the ambient temperature is too low or...
...9675;g○ B○ a○ t○te○ r○y After using the DVD camcorder, remove the battery from it . 1 2. Align the top of battery with the top surface of battery attachment platform of DVD camcorder. 3. indicator or CHG.80 indicator on AC adapter/charger will blink at one-second intervals... resulting in damage. 1. indicator or CHG.80 indicator on AC adapter/charger blinks, remove the battery once, and then reattach it. While fitting the battery onto the DVD 2 · 3 camcorder, slide it will take longer than usual. • If the ambient temperature is too low or...
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... that you charge the battery shortly before using the DVD camcorder: If a charged battery is different from the above the battery attachment platform, slide the battery upward to use the specified battery (DZ-BP16 or DZ-BP28): Using other batteries could cause faulty DVD camcorder operation, or possibly a fire. Turn the DVD camcorder off. 2. While holding the Battery eject button above (see...
... that you charge the battery shortly before using the DVD camcorder: If a charged battery is different from the above the battery attachment platform, slide the battery upward to use the specified battery (DZ-BP16 or DZ-BP28): Using other batteries could cause faulty DVD camcorder operation, or possibly a fire. Turn the DVD camcorder off. 2. While holding the Battery eject button above (see...
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... store it in a place where the temperature is probably dead: Purchase a new battery. Especially be shortened. Disposing of the dead battery: Dispose of DVD camcorder with local laws. If the usable time of battery safety in fire. chapter 2_Setups Store the battery in a dark, cool place: If you store it in a cool place again. When...
... store it in a place where the temperature is probably dead: Purchase a new battery. Especially be shortened. Disposing of the dead battery: Dispose of DVD camcorder with local laws. If the usable time of battery safety in fire. chapter 2_Setups Store the battery in a dark, cool place: If you store it in a cool place again. When...
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... into the AC input jack (AC IN) of battery attachment platform, and, while fitting it onto the DVD camcorder, slide it downward until a click is heard. 2. AC adapter/charger DC power cable Power cable 3 1 4 2 45 The POWER indicator on DVD camcorder. Insert the power cable plug into DC OUT jack... settings on the other end of power cable to the battery attachment platform on AC adapter/charger will light. Insert the other AC adapters could cause electric shock or result in fire. 1. Caution • Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACP1) to your PC, etc.
... into the AC input jack (AC IN) of battery attachment platform, and, while fitting it onto the DVD camcorder, slide it downward until a click is heard. 2. AC adapter/charger DC power cable Power cable 3 1 4 2 45 The POWER indicator on DVD camcorder. Insert the power cable plug into DC OUT jack... settings on the other end of power cable to the battery attachment platform on AC adapter/charger will light. Insert the other AC adapters could cause electric shock or result in fire. 1. Caution • Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACP1) to your PC, etc.
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...until it stops. EJECT 3. Caution: • Do not remove the DVD-RAM disc with the battery attachment platform of DVD camcorder facing down the POWER switch to turn the DVD camcorder off. A click will slightly come out from the disc guide, and stop. When the cover is...button: The cover of POWER switch will open the cover until the beep sound is ○ c 1. Gently open slightly. Setting Up the DVD Camcorder R○ e○ m○ ○o○v○in○g○ ○D○V○D○-○R○A○M○ ○D○is heard ...
...until it stops. EJECT 3. Caution: • Do not remove the DVD-RAM disc with the battery attachment platform of DVD camcorder facing down the POWER switch to turn the DVD camcorder off. A click will slightly come out from the disc guide, and stop. When the cover is...button: The cover of POWER switch will open the cover until the beep sound is ○ c 1. Gently open slightly. Setting Up the DVD Camcorder R○ e○ m○ ○o○v○in○g○ ○D○V○D○-○R○A○M○ ○D○is heard ...
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...time to match the time signal Set the minutes slightly ahead of the time in ○ ○b○a○tt○e○ry This DVD camcorder incorporates a battery to the AM/PM digit. (The movement of Date and Time" on the left end of the current minute, and make a mistake during...will move to back up the date and time. blink. Connect the AC adapter/charger or charged battery to change the display format of date and time: See "Changing Display Format of blinking depends on TV or telephone, press the Select dial at least 24 hours with camcorder power turned off .
...time to match the time signal Set the minutes slightly ahead of the time in ○ ○b○a○tt○e○ry This DVD camcorder incorporates a battery to the AM/PM digit. (The movement of Date and Time" on the left end of the current minute, and make a mistake during...will move to back up the date and time. blink. Connect the AC adapter/charger or charged battery to change the display format of date and time: See "Changing Display Format of blinking depends on TV or telephone, press the Select dial at least 24 hours with camcorder power turned off .