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... page lists important information that they are frayed power cables, damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other similar surface. key to chise kawaii koneko cat book mekoalbum MOMO namemekogaikiteita momogatoiredemizubitashi yohsinarish nurie yohsinarishashin mito mito abcdfevcdsz mitoniikikata album ZooDocter...
... page lists important information that they are frayed power cables, damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other similar surface. key to chise kawaii koneko cat book mekoalbum MOMO namemekogaikiteita momogatoiredemizubitashi yohsinarish nurie yohsinarishashin mito mito abcdfevcdsz mitoniikikata album ZooDocter...
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... video camera/recorder near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as hydrogen sulfide, the external or internal terminals could corrode, disabling normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could damage the DVD video camera/recorder case or cause malfunctions. before using this DVD video camera/recorder, when connected to PC does...
... video camera/recorder near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as hydrogen sulfide, the external or internal terminals could corrode, disabling normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could damage the DVD video camera/recorder case or cause malfunctions. before using this DVD video camera/recorder, when connected to PC does...
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If condensation occurs, do any of the following, so as not to damage the data: − Remove battery − Disconnect AC adapter/charger − Plug or unplug PC connection cable − Remove disc or card − Subject DVD video camera/recorder to severe ...
If condensation occurs, do any of the following, so as not to damage the data: − Remove battery − Disconnect AC adapter/charger − Plug or unplug PC connection cable − Remove disc or card − Subject DVD video camera/recorder to severe ...
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...you leave the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it at high temperature could cause malfunctions. Detach the battery from which recorded contents can become inoperable. Also, Hitachi cannot be damaged. The recorded contents cannot be lost. Copyright: • Data recorded on the disc or card...or card. Do not use DVD-RAM disc from the DVD video camera/recorder and store it in a cool place: • Leaving the battery attached or storing it could malfunction or the case could become very high in a hot season. Suggestions and Restrictions Make a trial recording: ...
...you leave the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it at high temperature could cause malfunctions. Detach the battery from which recorded contents can become inoperable. Also, Hitachi cannot be damaged. The recorded contents cannot be lost. Copyright: • Data recorded on the disc or card...or card. Do not use DVD-RAM disc from the DVD video camera/recorder and store it in a cool place: • Leaving the battery attached or storing it could malfunction or the case could become very high in a hot season. Suggestions and Restrictions Make a trial recording: ...
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... chapters. • The section on "Setups" explains how to set up the DVD video camera/recorder, battery, and set the date/time. • The section on "Basic Techniques" explains the basic operation of ... video camera/ recorder - Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to know Hitachi. We appreciate your DVD video camera/recorder by using this manual, and get to appear...input, and playback of this text. ●1, 2 and 3 marks beside headings Some functions of DZ-MV550A and DZ-MV580A are used as possible, so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need: ...
... chapters. • The section on "Setups" explains how to set up the DVD video camera/recorder, battery, and set the date/time. • The section on "Basic Techniques" explains the basic operation of ... video camera/ recorder - Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to know Hitachi. We appreciate your DVD video camera/recorder by using this manual, and get to appear...input, and playback of this text. ●1, 2 and 3 marks beside headings Some functions of DZ-MV550A and DZ-MV580A are used as possible, so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need: ...
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... Camera/ Recorder 31 HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/ RECORDER 31 ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP 32 ATTACHING LENS CAP 32 INSERTING BATTERY INTO REMOTE CONTROL 33 REMOVING BATTERY FROM REMOTE CONTROL 33 VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH VIEWFINDER 34 VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR SCREEN 35 CLOSING LCD MONITOR...37 CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME 38 Setting Up the Battery 39 CHARGING BATTERY 39 ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER 40 REMOVING BATTERY 40 BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR ......42 EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY 42 USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER 43 ...
... Camera/ Recorder 31 HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/ RECORDER 31 ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP 32 ATTACHING LENS CAP 32 INSERTING BATTERY INTO REMOTE CONTROL 33 REMOVING BATTERY FROM REMOTE CONTROL 33 VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH VIEWFINDER 34 VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR SCREEN 35 CLOSING LCD MONITOR...37 CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME 38 Setting Up the Battery 39 CHARGING BATTERY 39 ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER 40 REMOVING BATTERY 40 BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR ......42 EFFICIENT USE OF BATTERY 42 USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER 43 ...
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... is not generally available in shops: When purchasing a disc, order a 60minute double-sided disc (2.8GB, in Round DVD Holder). Maxell DVD-RAM Camcorder Disc 2.8GB Round Holder Type (item #567620) 16 If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for this cord to PC. on TV screen, or... that you have all the following accessories in package: Battery (model DZ-BP14S): Portable power supply for emergency treatment. Charge it from a distance. AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACS1): Used to another video device. Infrared remote control (model DZ-RM3W): Use to hang it before use this DVD ...
... is not generally available in shops: When purchasing a disc, order a 60minute double-sided disc (2.8GB, in Round DVD Holder). Maxell DVD-RAM Camcorder Disc 2.8GB Round Holder Type (item #567620) 16 If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for this cord to PC. on TV screen, or... that you have all the following accessories in package: Battery (model DZ-BP14S): Portable power supply for emergency treatment. Charge it from a distance. AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACS1): Used to another video device. Infrared remote control (model DZ-RM3W): Use to hang it before use this DVD ...
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...battery. Although the external appearances of DZMV550A and DZ-MV580A are used to operate the DVD video camera/recorder, this receiver will receive the infrared signal. 2 Lens cap string attachment hole (P. 32) 3 Recording indicator (P. 103) The red indicator will light during recording. 4 Stereo microphone (P. 76) 5 Optical 18× zoom lens (DZ-MV550A...) Optical 10x zoom lens (DZ-MV580A) (P. 56) 6 Lens hood (P. 57) Always remove this lens hood when using generally available tele-...
...battery. Although the external appearances of DZMV550A and DZ-MV580A are used to operate the DVD video camera/recorder, this receiver will receive the infrared signal. 2 Lens cap string attachment hole (P. 32) 3 Recording indicator (P. 103) The red indicator will light during recording. 4 Stereo microphone (P. 76) 5 Optical 18× zoom lens (DZ-MV550A...) Optical 10x zoom lens (DZ-MV580A) (P. 56) 6 Lens hood (P. 57) Always remove this lens hood when using generally available tele-...
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... (P. 8, 50) 15 Diopter control (P. 34) To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.) 20 Card insertion block (P. 47) 21 Battery attachment platform (P. 40) 16 ACCESS/PC indicator (P. 8, 49, 50) Will blink or light when the disc in DVD video camera/recorder is accessed (write or...
... (P. 8, 50) 15 Diopter control (P. 34) To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.) 20 Card insertion block (P. 47) 21 Battery attachment platform (P. 40) 16 ACCESS/PC indicator (P. 8, 49, 50) Will blink or light when the disc in DVD video camera/recorder is accessed (write or...
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... thumb. English 31 Adjust the length of your right hand from the bottom of DVD video camera/recorder up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery. Note: Do not adjust the hand strap while holding the viewfinder or LCD monitor: If the viewfinder or LCD monitor comes off, the DVD video...
... thumb. English 31 Adjust the length of your right hand from the bottom of DVD video camera/recorder up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery. Note: Do not adjust the hand strap while holding the viewfinder or LCD monitor: If the viewfinder or LCD monitor comes off, the DVD video...
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... remote control. 1 Slide the cover to remove it. 3 Slide the cover to close it. 2 Insert the lithium battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2025, or Duracell DL2025. Battery stopper While pushing battery stopper Warning: • KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS. • IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. •...
... remote control. 1 Slide the cover to remove it. 3 Slide the cover to close it. 2 Insert the lithium battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2025, or Duracell DL2025. Battery stopper While pushing battery stopper Warning: • KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS. • IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. •...
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... ENTER RETURN RAM down and to left/ right to select, and then press A to set the current date and time. To prevent this built-in battery is highlighted first Da t e Mode Da t e Se t ENTER RETURN 1/ 1/ 2004 12: 00AM RAM depends on the date display format (set up in... battery will be first highlighted.] Note: After setting the figure for current date/time, and then repeat step 5 to designate. 1 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder ...
... ENTER RETURN RAM down and to left/ right to select, and then press A to set the current date and time. To prevent this built-in battery is highlighted first Da t e Mode Da t e Se t ENTER RETURN 1/ 1/ 2004 12: 00AM RAM depends on the date display format (set up in... battery will be first highlighted.] Note: After setting the figure for current date/time, and then repeat step 5 to designate. 1 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder ...
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..., unplug it before using the DVD video camera/recorder. Note: • Be sure to use the DZ-BP14S, DZ-BP14SW (optional) battery for the DVD video camera/recorder: Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/recorder to malfunction, or result in some foreign countries. If you need...outlet again. AC 200-240V AC Plug Adapter (not supplied) CHARGING BATTERY Use the provided AC adapter/charger to charge the battery. 1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/charger. Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP14S battery provided with this DVD video camera/recorder has not been charged at...
..., unplug it before using the DVD video camera/recorder. Note: • Be sure to use the DZ-BP14S, DZ-BP14SW (optional) battery for the DVD video camera/recorder: Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/recorder to malfunction, or result in some foreign countries. If you need...outlet again. AC 200-240V AC Plug Adapter (not supplied) CHARGING BATTERY Use the provided AC adapter/charger to charge the battery. 1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/charger. Setting Up the Battery The DZ-BP14S battery provided with this DVD video camera/recorder has not been charged at...
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... For safety, be sure to turn the DVD video camera/ recorder off , and the battery will discharge. Terminal must face up. ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER 1 Fit the battery to the battery attachment platform on this DVD video camera/recorder and slide it upward until a click is ... indicator Lit Goes out Note: See "Troubleshooting" on page 172 when the CHARGE indicator blinks. ●Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx. 25°C): Approx. 165 minutes The charge time will vary depending on the remaining power level of DVD video camera/recorder...
... For safety, be sure to turn the DVD video camera/ recorder off , and the battery will discharge. Terminal must face up. ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER 1 Fit the battery to the battery attachment platform on this DVD video camera/recorder and slide it upward until a click is ... indicator Lit Goes out Note: See "Troubleshooting" on page 172 when the CHARGE indicator blinks. ●Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx. 25°C): Approx. 165 minutes The charge time will vary depending on the remaining power level of DVD video camera/recorder...
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...connected to 30°C): Charging at temperatures other function after recording is started. Note that the actually recordable time with a fully charged battery: For DZ-MV550A Video quality mode XTRA*1 FINE STD LPCM*2 DVD-RAM disc DVD-R disc When using viewfinder approx. 140 min − When ... recording pause are being operated, and playback is 165 minutes at 77ºF (25ºC). ●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 ...
...connected to 30°C): Charging at temperatures other function after recording is started. Note that the actually recordable time with a fully charged battery: For DZ-MV550A Video quality mode XTRA*1 FINE STD LPCM*2 DVD-RAM disc DVD-R disc When using viewfinder approx. 140 min − When ... recording pause are being operated, and playback is 165 minutes at 77ºF (25ºC). ●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 ...
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... it will automatically turn the DVD video camera/recorder off . If the usable time of DVD video camera/recorder with a fully charged battery is noticeably short, the battery is too cold, such as in a cool place again. To set or release power save and discharge of power. Power save ...140°F (60°C): Neglecting this DVD video camera/recorder is recommended that you store it . then remove the battery and store it is left attached to store the battery in an environment (in a place where the temperature is consumed at the same level as follows: Fully charged Nearly...
... it will automatically turn the DVD video camera/recorder off . If the usable time of DVD video camera/recorder with a fully charged battery is noticeably short, the battery is too cold, such as in a cool place again. To set or release power save and discharge of power. Power save ...140°F (60°C): Neglecting this DVD video camera/recorder is recommended that you store it . then remove the battery and store it is left attached to store the battery in an environment (in a place where the temperature is consumed at the same level as follows: Fully charged Nearly...
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... cord 1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/ charger. 2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet. 3 Plug one end of DC power cord to the battery attachment platform on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors. USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER It is recommended.../charger. 4 Attach the other AC adapter/chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire. Note: Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS1) to power the DVD video camera/recorder.
... cord 1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/ charger. 2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet. 3 Plug one end of DC power cord to the battery attachment platform on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors. USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER It is recommended.../charger. 4 Attach the other AC adapter/chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire. Note: Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS1) to power the DVD video camera/recorder.
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... the inside . Note: • Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless a charged battery or AC adapter/charger is connected to the DVD video camera/recorder. • If a discharged battery is used, the disc cannot be inserted or removed: Connect a charged battery or AC adapter/charger to the DVD video camera/recorder. • See...
... the inside . Note: • Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless a charged battery or AC adapter/charger is connected to the DVD video camera/recorder. • If a discharged battery is used, the disc cannot be inserted or removed: Connect a charged battery or AC adapter/charger to the DVD video camera/recorder. • See...
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... to "POWER OFF" to touch the disc exposed portion when removing the disc. When the cover is in recording status. If this happens, reattach the battery or AC adapter/charger, push down the DISC EJECT button once, and then release it. • Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm ...: • Even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on, the disc can be careful not to prevent misoperation. • Do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter/ charger during removal of Round DVD Holder as shown in laser pickup: Doing so could cause malfunctions. • Set the...
... to "POWER OFF" to touch the disc exposed portion when removing the disc. When the cover is in recording status. If this happens, reattach the battery or AC adapter/charger, push down the DISC EJECT button once, and then release it. • Do not insert anything other than the 8 cm ...: • Even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on, the disc can be careful not to prevent misoperation. • Do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter/ charger during removal of Round DVD Holder as shown in laser pickup: Doing so could cause malfunctions. • Set the...
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... 3 0 MIN FULL AUTO DISC ACCESS FINE 8 : 0 0 AM 9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4 The above screen is an example for details. Remaining space on the LCD screen during recording. Remaining battery level 18.
... 3 0 MIN FULL AUTO DISC ACCESS FINE 8 : 0 0 AM 9 / 3 0 / 2 00 4 The above screen is an example for details. Remaining space on the LCD screen during recording. Remaining battery level 18.