Instruction Manual
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HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.
HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION
1855 Dornoch Court
San Diego, CA 92154-7225
Tel. 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
HITACHI CANADA LTD.
DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISON
6740 Campobello Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
CANADA
Tel. 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. Please take time to become familiar with the manual and how
it is set up. Keep it handy for future reference.
QR32454 © Hitachi. Ltd. 2000
Printed in Japan 00-TH (HE)
Important Information
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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/
charger have the following caution marks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN.
Identifications of caution marks
This symbol warns the user
that uninsulated voltage
within the unit may have suf-
ficient magnitude to cause
electrical shock. Therefore, it is danger-
ous to make any kind of contact with any
inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user
that important literature
concerning the operation
and maintenance of this unit
has been included. Therefore, it should
be read carefully to avoid any problems.
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SER-
VICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR
ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, AND
FULLY INSERT PLUG.
CLASS 1
LASERPRODUCT
CAUTION
This product contains a laser diode of
higher class than 1. To ensure contin-
ued safety, do not remove any covers
or attempt to gain access to the in-
side of the product. Refer all servicing
to qualified personnel.
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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 must accept any interference received, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-
dential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-
quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation.
Pentium and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby" and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works. (C) 1992-2000 Dolby Laboratories Inc. All rights
reserved.
Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names
belonging to each company.
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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.
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INSTALLATION
1 Read and Follow Instructions
— All the safety and operating instruc-
tions should be read before the video
product is operated. Follow all operating
and use instructions.
2 Retain Instructions – The safety
and operating instructions should be re-
tained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings – Comply with all
warnings on the video product and in the
operating instructions.
4 Polarized Plug – This video prod-
uct is equipped with a polarized alternat-
ing – current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug
will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still
fail to fit, contact your electrician to re-
place your obsolete outlet. To prevent
electric shock do not use this polarized
plug with an extension cable, receptacle
or other outlet unless
the blades can be
fully inserted without
blade exposure. If
you need an exten-
sion, use a polarized
cable.
5 Power Sources – This video prod-
uct should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your
video dealer or local power company. For
video products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to
the operating instructions.
6 Overloading – Do not overload wall
outlets and extension cables as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Overloaded AC outlets and extension
cables are dangerous, and so are frayed
power cables, damaged or cracked wire
insulation and broken plugs. They may
result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodi-
cally examine the
cord and have it re-
placed by your ser-
vice technician if ap-
pearance indicates
damage or deterio-
rated insulation.
7 Power – Cable Protection –
Power-supply cables should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cables
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the appli-
ance.
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8 Ventilation – Slots and openings
in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
to ensure reliable operation of the video
product and to protect it from overheat-
ing. These openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never
be blocked by placing the video product
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar sur-
face. This video product should never
be placed near or over a radiator or heat
register. This video product should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as
a bookcase or rack unless proper venti-
lation is provided or the video product
manufacturer’s instructions have been
followed.
9 Attachments – Do not use attach-
ments unless recommended by the video
product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
Caution: Maintain electrical safety.
Powerline operated equipment or acces-
sories connected to this unit should bear
the UL listing mark or CSA certification
mark on the accessory itself and should
not have been modified so as to defeat
the safety features. This will help avoid
any potential hazard from electric shock
or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified ser-
vice personnel.
10 Water and Moisture – Do not use
this video product near water -for ex-
ample, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet base-
ment, or near a swimming pool, and the
like.
11 Accessories – Do not place this
video product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The video prod-
uct may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the
appliance. Use only with a cart, stand,
Important Safeguards
tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer, or sold with the
video product. Any mounting of the prod-
uct should follow the manufacturer’s in-
structions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manu-
facturer.
12 An appliance and
cart combination should
be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven sur-
faces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
13 Power Lines – An outside antenna
system should not be located in the vicin-
ity of overhead power lines or other elec-
tric light or power circuits, or where it can
fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, ex-
treme care should be taken to keep from
touching or approaching such power lines
or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can
be hazardous and should be left to a pro-
fessional antenna installer.
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d.
e.
If the video product does not oper-
ate normally by following the operat-
ing instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the op-
erating instructions. Improper adjust-
ment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require exten-
sive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video product to its nor-
mal operation.
If the video product has been
dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a
distinct change in performance – this
indicates a need for service!
19 Replacement Parts – When re-
placement parts are required, have the
service technician verify that the replace-
ments he uses have the same safety char-
acteristics as the original parts. Use of
replacements specified by the video prod-
uct manufacturer can prevent fire, elec-
tric shock or other hazards.
20 Safety Check – Upon completion
of any service or repairs to this video
product, ask the service technician to per-
form safety checks recommended by the
manufacturer to determine that the
video product is in safe operating condi-
tion.
21 Heat – The product should be situ-
ated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that pro-
duce heat.
Important Safeguards
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USE
14 Cleaning – Unplug this video prod-
uct from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
15 Object and Liquid Entry – Never
push objects of any kind into this video
product through openings as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-
out parts that could result in a fire or elec-
tric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the video product.
16 Lightning – For added protection
for this video product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable-system. This will pre-
vent damage to the video product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
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SERVICE
17 Servicing – Do not attempt to ser-
vice this video product yourself as open-
ing or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service per-
sonnel.
18 Conditions Requiring Service –
Unplug this video product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified ser-
vice personnel under the following con-
ditions.
a. When the power–supply cable or plug
is damaged.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen into the video product.
If the video product has been ex-
posed to rain or water.
b.
c.
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Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER
1. Save these Instructions - This page
contains important safety and oper-
ating instructions for AC Adapter/
Charger Model DZ-ACP1.
2. Before using AC Adapter/Charger,
read all instructions and cautionary
markings on (1) AC Adapter/Charger,
(2) battery and (3) product using bat-
tery.
3. Also read all instructions on pages
4-6.
4. Caution - To reduce risk of injury,
charge only rechargeable battery,
DZ-BP16 or DZ-BP28.
Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
5. Do not expose charger to rain or
snow.
6. Use of an attachment not recom-
mended or sold by the battery
charger manufacturer may result in
a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons.
7. To reduce risk of damage to electric
plug and cable, pull by plug rather
than cable when disconnecting
charger.
8. Make sure cable is located so that it
will not be stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
9. Do not operate charger with dam-
aged cable or plug - replace them
immediately.
10. An extension cable should not be
used unless absolutely necessary.
Use of improper extension cable
could result in a risk of fire and elec-
tric shock. If extension cord must
be used, make sure:
A. The pins on plug of extension cable
are the same number, size, and
shape as those of plug on charger.
B. That extension cable is properly
wired and in good electrical con-
dition; and
C. That wire size should be met be-
low:
Minimum
AWG size
Length of extension cable
(feet)
18
16
Equal to or less than 100
Equal to or less than 150
11. Do not operate charger if it has re-
ceived a sharp blow, been dropped,
or otherwise damaged in any way;
take it to a qualified serviceman.
12. Do not disassemble charger: take it
to a qualified serviceman when ser-
vice or repair is required. Incorrect
reassembly may result in a risk of
electric shock or fire.
13. To reduce risk of electric shock, un-
plug charger from outlet before at-
tempting any maintenance or clean-
ing.
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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 you want to 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 desired settings.
• Chapter 6, “Connecting DVD camcorder to other devices”, explains how to use
the DVD camcorder with a TV, other AV devices or a personal computer.
• Chapter 7, “Subsidiary Information”, shows various information, including what to
do when you are in trouble. Refer to each item as needed.
We want this manual to be as helpful as possible, so it includes two easy ways
to find the information you need:
• A quick index for the information you use most often (this page).
• A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly (page 10).
Get to know your DVD camcorder by using this manual, and get to know Hitachi.
We appreciate your business.
Quick Index
Charging Battery Pack ....................................................... 40
Recording Movie ............................................................... 66
Immediately Checking Recorded Scene................................ 93
Connecting to a TV and Viewing Playback Pictures............. 140
Connecting to Your Personal Computer .............................. 148
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