Hitachi DZ-GX3200A Owners Guide

Hitachi DZ-GX3200A - 2.1MP DVD Camcorder Manual

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    English Instruction Manual DZ-GX3300A/DZ-GX3200A DZ-GX3100A/DZ-BX35A DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R +RW DZ-GX3300A DZ-GX3200A DZ-GX3100A DZ-BX35A Instruction manual To obtain the best performance and ensure years of trouble-free use, please read this instruction manual completely. Manual de
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    THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/ CHARGER (DZ-ACS3). The DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
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    for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct by one or more
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    power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 10 Only use attachments/accessories the apparatus. 15 The equipment (AC Adapter/Charger) shall be used near the socket-outlet and shall be easily accessible. 4
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    device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. • DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause electric shock, malfunctions or defects. Heat on surface of product: • The surfaces of the DVD video camera/recorder, AC adapter/charger and battery
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    normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could corrode, so power will not turn on. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near clean the lens, use a Hitachi Maxell cleaner that is exclusively for 8 cm DVD discs. Be careful of moisture condensation: • When you move the DVD video camera
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    Remove battery − Disconnect AC adapter/charger − Plug or unplug PC connection cable − Remove disc or card − Subject DVD instructions. Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories: • For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction manuals attached. The battery
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    battery from the DVD video camera/recorder and store it in a cool place: • Leaving the battery because of a defect in the DVD video camera/recorder, disc or card. Also, Hitachi cannot be responsible for your recorded be used without permission of the owner of copyright, except for personal enjoyment
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    scratch the lens. ●Do not use benzene or thinner to clean DVD video camera/recorder case The coating of case could peel off or the case could deteriorate. Wipe off dirt on the case with a moist cloth which has been completely wrung out. When using chemical cleaning cloth, follow instructions for
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    DVD-RAM/DVDRW/+RW disc. • The section on "Connecting to PC" explains the contents of provided CD-ROM (DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A) and how to install the software included. • "Subsidiary Information" includes an introduction to products sold separately, and troubleshooting. We want this manual
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    text. ●1, , 2, / and 3 marks beside headings Some functions of this DVD video camera/recorder are unavailable with disc or card used. Refer to the marks card you use. ●Illustrations in this manual Although the external appearances of DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A are different, the method of
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    FOR DISC AND CARD .......25 Preparations for Power Supply 26 USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER 26 Setting Up the Battery 27 CHARGING BATTERY 27 ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER 28 REMOVING BATTERY 28 BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR...... 30 EFFICIENT USE
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    EFFECTIVELY (EFFECT - FADE 82 PLAYING BACK BY SKIPPING SCENES (EFFECT - SKIP 83 CHANGING IMAGES FOR THUMBNAILS (EFFECT - THUMBNAIL 84 COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO CARD (COPY 85 LOCKING SCENES ON CARD (LOCK 86 SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN (SELECT 87 DISPLAYING INFORMATION USING MENU
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    Disc using PC.. 129 Uninstalling Software 130 Cautions when connecting DVD video camera/ recorder to PC 131 Subsidiary Information Introduction to Optional Accessories 132 CAMERA ACCESSORIES 132 POWER SUPPLY 132 Trouble Messages 133 Troubleshooting 139 System Reset 147 Major Specifications
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    this cord to connect the DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger. Power cable: Connect between household AC outlet and AC adapter/charger. Infrared remote control (model DZ-RM4W): Use to control the DVD video camera/ recorder from a distance. For DZGX3300A/GX3200A only. Lithium battery
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    tele-conversion or wideconversion lens. 9 Zoom lever (p. 51) Push the lever to the T side for telephoto, or to the W side for wide-angle. 10 Accessory shoe (for DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A only) (p. 56) The optional video flash can be attached here. (See the instruction manual of device to be attached
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    the battery. 23 Battery attachment platform (p. 28) 17 SLEEP/RESTART button (p. 43) To switch the sleep/restart status between ON and OFF. 18 ACCESS/PC indicator (for DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A only) ACCESS indicator (for DZ-BX35A only) (p. 7, 41, 42) Will blink or light when the disc in DVD video
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    . DISPLAY 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 28 FINALIZE button (p. 102) Press this button to finalize the recorded DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW. 29 FOCUS button (p. 53) To switch between manual focus and autofocus. 30 MENU button (p. 49, 80) Press this button to display the menu for setting camera functions and
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    button (p. 70) 58 Stop button (p. 11, 49, 70) 59 Forward skip button (p. 72) * The buttons on remote control will function the same as those on DVD video camera/recorder. 19
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    English Setups This section explains preparations for recording - setting up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery. Demonstration Function This DVD video camera/recorder is equipped with a demonstration function. The default at purchase time is "Auto", which will automatically start the
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    end Note: • Always keep the lens cap on when not using the DVD video camera/recorder, to protect the lens. • When recording, attach the lens cap to the hand strap by hooking the tab inside the cap onto strap for comfortable shooting. Push and fit INSERTING BATTERY INTO REMOTE CONTROL Insert the
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    with the metallic tweezers. • Keep the battery in a dark, cool, dry place. • The remote control (DZ-RM4W) and lithium battery (CR2032) are supplied only with the DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A. ●Using remote Control Point the remote control to the infrared receiver on the DVD video camera/recorder. The remote
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    record, the finalized disc must be unfinalized. *6: The provided software is used. *7: Finalize the disc when editing/playing back on PC. *8: The software for Macintosh provided with this DVD video camera/recorder is not compatible with a +RW. *9: DZ-BX35A cannot be connected to a PC. 23
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    may not be playable on this DVD video camera/recorder, depending on the editing software used or recorded status of DVD-R disc. • If you insert a DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder or a DVD video camera/ recorder other than DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A and not finalized, the
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    card can be used on this DVD video camera/recorder. When using an exclusive adapter, a miniSD memory card can service − Do not leave a +RW unused in the DVD video camera/recorder for a long time Note: • This DVD exclusive software (generally available) to completely delete the data on it. It is user's
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    . Power cable 1 2 4 3 AC adapter/charger 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 into the DC output jack on AC adapter/charger. 4 Attach the other end of DC power cord to the battery attachment platform on DVD
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    the power cable to AC adapter/ charger. 2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet. 3 Attach the battery to AC adapter/charger. Note: When charging a battery, unplug the DC power cord from the DC output jack on AC adapter/charger. Battery Power cable CHARGE indicator AC adapter/charger DC output
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    on AC adapter/ charger: Charge status During charge Charge complete CHARGE indicator Lit Goes out Note: See "Troubleshooting" on page 139 when the CHARGE indicator blinks. ●Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx. 77ºF (25ºC)): DZ-BP14S (provided with DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A)/DZ
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    when the DVD video camera/recorder is being used, the battery will be warm, but this does not indicate a fault. • A battery cannot be charged while the DC power cord is connected to the DC output jack of AC adapter/charger: Unplug the DC power cord when charging a battery. • Charge the battery at
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    /recorder is used. If the usable time of DVD video camera/recorder with a fully charged battery is noticeably short, the battery is probably dead: Purchase a new one. Power save and discharge of battery: It is recommended that you turn the DVD video camera/recorder off in status other than recording
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    to start because it must recognize the disc again (see "Troubleshooting" on page 139). • It will take some time for the DVD video camera/ recorder to display the Disc Navigation screen after power is turned on. • When the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on, the self-diagnosis function will
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    close contact with the DVD video camera/recorder body: Doing this could cause the DVD video camera/recorder and Troubleshooting" on page 139. • If the LCD monitor is opened approximately 90º, the viewfinder will be off: Turn the open LCD monitor 180º so that it faces the same direction as the lens
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    to store the date and time in memory. If this built-in battery is exhausted, the date and time will be reset. To prevent this, connect the AC adapter/charger to DVD video camera/recorder every 6 months, and leave them for at least 24 hours with the DVD video camera/recorder turned off: The built-in
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    5 minutes, it will automatically turn off to prevent the battery from discharging needlessly. Off: To cancel power save. Note: • To turn the DVD video camera/recorder on again from automatic off activated by the power save function, set the power switch to "OFF", and then set it to "O", "N" or
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    not start if a disc is loaded with the power switch set to "O" or "N", or a card is loaded with the power switch set to " P". • The demonstration function will not work when the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to PC (DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A only). • While the demonstration is being given
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    "or "EVF Brightness". 3 Press the MENU button to end the setting. Note: The brightness setting will be stored in memory even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. The brightness adjustment bar will appear on the screen. 2 Use the d/c buttons for adjustment. Press d : The screen
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    ENTER RETURN the "LCD/EVF Setup" menu screen, and then choose "Color Level". Note: • The color setting will be stored in memory even after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. • Even if the brightness or density of LCD monitor screen or viewfinder is changed, the brightness or density of
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    block will open. 2 Gently open the cover by hand fully until it stops. Pickup lens DISC EJECT 3 When inserting a disc: Push the disc against the turntable at the PC indicator is lit, do not cut off the power supply, and do not subject the DVD video camera/recorder to any vibrations or impact. Push
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    battery or AC adapter/charger is connected to the DVD video camera/recorder. • If there is some delay before recording starts, refer to "Troubleshooting" See "Trouble Messages" on page 133. • Do not remove the battery or disconnect the AC adapter/charger during removal of the disc or until power is
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    English Inserting and Removing Card 1 Open the LCD monitor. 2 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off. 3 Open the cover of card insertion block. 4 . Note: • Always close the cover of cart insertion block: Placing the DVD video camera/recorder on a desk, etc. with cover open could damage the cover. 40
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    lens cap, and then point the DVD video camera/recorder at subject. 2 Turn the DVD camera/recorder on. Set the power switch to "O" to turn the DVD , turn the DVD video camera/recorder off. Note: • See "Troubleshooting" on page 139 when recording movie is not possible. • See "Troubleshooting" on page
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    with the next recording. CARD ACCESS indicator 1 Remove the lens cap, and then point the DVD video camera/recorder at subject. 2 Turn the DVD camera/recorder on. When using DVD-RAM disc: Set the power switch to "N". When using card: Set the power switch to "P". After the ACCESS indicator goes out
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    zoom position will return to 1 to 1.5x. The settings on manual focus, exposure and rear lighting will also reset to the initial values. • The DVD video camera/recorder in sleep/restart standby status consumes approx. half the power it does during ordinary recording, but the recordable duration in
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    the next page for details. e 2. Program AE k 3. White balance n 4. EIS o 5. Manual Focus m 6. Backlight compensation 7. 16:9 mode 1. Recording mode 13. Zoom 14. Exposure correction FINE recording time 17. Remaining space on disc/card 18. Remaining battery level 19. Volume Current date/time 44
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    focus (p. 53) No display : Autofocus o : (display in English or German): Manual focus r : (display in French or Italian): Manual focus v : (display in Spanish): Manual focus 6. Backlight compensation (p. 55) No display : Backlight compensation OFF m : Backlight compensation ON 7. 16
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    DVD-RW (VF-mode) disc K : DVD-R ! : DVD-R disc already finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder N* : DVD-R disc finalized on a device other than this DVD video camera/ recorder * Includes DVD-R recorded on a Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder model older than DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A
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    DVD video camera/recorder does not record the date and time as a part the lens, the operating status will appear: The battery user. The message can be checked when returning the LCD monitor 180º to the original status from the status in which the LCD screen was facing the same direction as the lens
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    record a still is being made with a DVD-RW/DVD- N R/+RW disc used. • An unusable disc is loaded. Battery remaining level • During recording (lights in red same direction as the lens, you can also view subject image in the viewfinder. • Although you can switch to the manual focus, exposure and on
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    two on-screen menu modes are available with this DVD video camera/recorder: • Full Menu: To display Full Menu will appear if you press the MENU button. You can use the f/e/d/c buttons on DVD video camera/recorder to select various setting options in Full Menu and designate them. Press the MENU
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    DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/ GX3100A is in "N" or "P" status. *2: Displayed only in "O" status. *3: Displayed when DZ *4: Not displayed with DVD-RAM disc in "N" status h Demo Mod e : A u t o Reset ENTER RETURN Beep (p. 34) Power save (p. 34) Recording LED (p. 35) Language selection (p. 34) Demo mode (p.
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    midway (when optical 10-power is exceeded on DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A, or optical 15-power is exceeded on DZ-GX3100A or optical 25-power is exceeded on DZ-BX35A). You can zoom up to 500-power on DZGX3300A/GX3200A; up to 800-power on DZGX3100A; up to 1,200-power on DZ-BX35A. W: recording wide area
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    step-up ring: DZ-SR3437 for DZ-GX3200A/BX35A, DZ-SR3037 for DZ-GX3100A (see page 132). 1 Remove the lens hood from DVD video camera/recorder, and attach the step-up ring over the lens. When using the DZ-GX3100A, you need not remove the lens hood. 2 Remove the cap of conversion lens, and screw the
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    approximately 13/16" (2 cm) from lens surface to infinity 1 Press the FOCUS button during recording. "MF" will appear on the screen. Manual Focus icon FINE 0:00:00 REM subject. • Manual focus is released when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. When you turn the DVD video camera/recorder
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    English Manually focus the following objects, which may not be automatically focused (see page 53): Objects not in the center of screen Objects with little variation in
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    English 12/3 Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded (Exposure) The DVD video camera/recorder usually adjusts the exposure automatically. You can also manually adjust the exposure depending on the recording conditions. 1 Press the EXPOSURE button during recording. VOL. The exposure
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    0 AM 9/3 0 /2006 ●Optional Video Flash (for DZGX3300A/GX3200A only) See "Introduction to Optional Accessories" on page 132. You can use the optional DZ-FLH3 Video Flash* (p. 132): Refer to the instruction manual of Video Flash for use. * Unavailable for DZ-GX3100A/BX35A. Note: • The built-in Video
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    The shooting mode set as above will be stored in memory even if the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. • When recording in a dark area, as at the seaside in midsummer or on a ski slope. Low Light : Allows user to record in a dark place even with decreased lighting. Turn the LCD monitor 180
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    use a tripod). • If a subject cannot be focused properly, manually adjust the focus (see page 53). 4 Open the LCD monitor, turn it 180º faces the same direction as the lens: The LCD monitor will light white. ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE) This DVD video camera/recorder automatically adjusts
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    , set to the mode to match the recording conditions, or manually set the white balance. • Be sure to remove the lens cap before turning the DVD video camera/recorder on: If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on with the lens capped, the white balance will not work normally. Note: • The white
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    if "EIS On" is specified: Firmly hold the DVD video camera/recorder with both hands. • EIS may not operate correctly when the tele or wideconversion lens is used. • EIS cannot be used when recording photos on DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A. RECORDING SUBJECT USING LARGE MAGNIFICATION (DIGITAL ZOOM) See
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    mode first used with the disc for recording. • When using a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW: You cannot specify the combination of "VIDEO Mode: STD" and subject image is distorted under the recording conditions listed below. Pan the DVD video camera/recorder as slowly as possible. (Block noise is likely
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    viewfinder when the wide-screen mode is "on" and "off". "16:9 On" specified (aspect ratio 16:9) When using DZ-GX3300A "16:9 Off" specified (aspect ratio 4:3) When using DZ-GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A 1 Press the MENU button, choose "16:9" on the "Record Setup Functions" menu screen, and then press the
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    TV instruction manual for this switching. • When using a video selector, the TV may not automatically be switched to 16:9 mode. • When the power switch is change the setting on the DVD recorder/player, or set "TV aspect type" (p. 105) to 4:3 and view the images. * The DZ-BX35A cannot receive any
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    video camera/recorder. Refer to the explanation starting from page 109 on how to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to other devices or record images input from them. The DZ-BX35A cannot receive any externally input signal. Setting CAMERA LINE S LINE Content Usually select this option To input
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    DVD video camera/recorder can record an external image with little movement by specifying "Frame", but "Field" is recommended for recording image with movement. The DZ set by reviewing the on-screen information. • To release the self-timer mode, choose "Off" on the menu screen or turn DVD video
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    in the AV/S input/output terminal. Unplug the AV/S input/output cable to use the external microphone. • This DVD video camera/recorder cannot use a plug-in power type microphone. (Power is not supplied from this DVD video camera/recorder.) • Connecting an external microphone will switch off the
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    in this instruction manual are basically those that will appear when DVD-RAM disc is used: Some items will not appear when DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc DVD video camera/recorder on (p. 31). Before You Begin • When using disc: Set the power switch to "O" or "N". • When using card: Set the power switch
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    cursor is placed in the space for operating guide. Pressing DISPLAY again will display the operating guide. • If no disc or card is inserted Finalized DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/+RW disc - DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R recorded on a Hitachi DVD video camera/recorder model older than DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A
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    move the cursor to the preceding or following scene. Pressing the f or e button will move to preceding or following page. ●When playback ends: The DVD video camera/ recorder will enter the playback pause status at the last image of last scene. Pressing the C or DISC NAVIGATION button will
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    may not be played on this DVD video camera/recorder. • Depending on the amount of data to be played back, it may take some time for the playback image to appear. • Do not operate the power switch or remove the card while the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or
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    for verifying capture will appear. Choose "YES", and then press A: The scene will be recorded on a card. • A captured photo is played back on the DVD video camera/recorder as follows: When captured from a video recorded with 16:9 (wide mode) On specified: Number of pixels (JPEG standard): 640 x 360
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    played back will return to the start of the scene preceding that being played back. Note: • If you perform skip playback during playback pause, the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the playback pause status at the beginning of the located scene. • Pressing the e button in the last scene on disc
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    units for card) • Hold down: To move the cursor in 1-minute units (10-still units for card) 3 Press the A button to enter the selection. The DVD video camera/recorder will go to the specified point and enter the playback pause status. Pressing A again will start playback. To cancel the "Go To
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    English 12/3 INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING PLAYBACK Various types of information on recording will be superimposed on playback image you are viewing. No display Playback information display 9:27AM 9/ 30/2006 Recording date/time ●Switching the information display mode Press the DISPLAY button:
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    English SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Use the f/e/d/c buttons to select the desired scene. 3 Press the SELECT button once: The selected scene will be framed in red and yellow. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to randomly select multiple scenes. SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES
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    video camera/recorder is directly played back on a DVD recorder/player or read into PC, the set effect results will not be reflected in the playback or reading. To reflect the set effect results, connect both devices using the AV/S input/output cable and then perform recording (Dubbing, p. 109). 76
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    Title Delete (p. 93) (p. 93) (p. 92) (p. 94 - 97) (p. 98) (p. 98) Switch (p. 89) Play (p. 90) Title (p. 90) Category*3 (p. 104) Repeat Play (p. 104) TV type (p. 105) *3 DVD-RAM only Go To Disc Top (p. 99) End (p. 99) Finalize Disc*4 Format Disc Protect Disc Capacity Update Control Info
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    To Switch (p. 89) Play (p. 90) Top (p. 99) End (p. 99) Disc Finalize Disc (p. 102) Unfinalize Disc*5 (p. 103) Format Disc*5 (p. 99) Capacity (p. 100) *5 DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW only Others Repeat Play (p. 104) TV aspect type (p. 105) ●When using card On (p. 104) Off (p. 104) 4:3 (p. 105) 16
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    the DELETE button on remote control, the screen in step 5 will appear. • To delete an unwanted part of a scene on DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW (VR-mode) disc, divide the scene first, and then delete the unnecessary part (see page 80). • If you delete all data on disc or card, initializing the disc or card
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    each setting, some menu items may not appear, depending on the setting. DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT - DIVIDE) 1< You can divide a scene into two parts. To delete unnecessary portion of scene, first divide the scene, and then delete the unnecessary portion. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Select
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    English COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES (EDIT - COMBINE) 1< If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining them will be facilitated by the use of Disc Navigation. Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. Combining scenes is possible only when "Category: All" is specified (p. 104). Stills
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    out have been set. "In" effect "Out" effect PLAY Note: If a disc on which fade has been set on scene with this DVD video camera/recorder is played on a DVD reorder/player, or the scene is captured into a PC, the set fade will not be reflected (see Note on page 76). You
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    the A button in step 5, the submenu screen will appear (p. 80). • If a disc on which skip has been set on scene with this DVD video camera/recorder is played on a DVD reorder/player, or the scene is captured into a PC, the set skip will not be reflected (see Note on page 76). 83
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    thumbnail: Release the skip setting of the scene to change the thumbnail. • If a disc on which thumbnail has been set with this DVD video camera/recorder is played on a DVD reorder/player, or the scene is captured into a PC, the set thumbnail will not be reflected (see Note on page 76). If
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    English COPYING STILLS ON DVD-RAM DISC TO CARD (COPY) 13 1 Set the power switch to "O" or "N". 2 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 3 when you recorded still on disc. • Stills recorded on a device other than this DVD video camera/recorder may not be copied normally. If you want to change the still
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    SCENES ON CARD (LOCK) 3 You can lock each photo recorded on card so that it will not be deleted or edited by mistake. 1 Set the power switch to "P". 2 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 3 Select the scene to be locked. ●To unlock the scene: Select the locked scene, and then use the
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    English 12/3 SELECTING SCENES USING MENU SCREEN (SELECT) You can use this "Select" function to select consecutive scenes at one time. This function is useful when there are numerous scenes. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 4 Choose "Select" on the "Scene" menu screen. 2 Point the cursor at
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    recorder, only if the disc has a scene whose mode is unknown. *2 This will not appear with DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc, since no still image can be recorded on it. *3 Not displayed with a DVD-RAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R/ +RW disc (finalized) that was recorded on another device. (When using card) De ta i l Scene No
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    • Pressing the C button on the "Select Program" screen will restore the Disc Navigation screen. • If a disc recorded on another device is loaded in this DVD video camera/recorder, the program may not be a collection of recordings on the same date. • If you change the video quality or switch the wide
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    English PLAYING BACK PROGRAM (PLAY) You can play back only the selected program. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Use the f/e/d/c/A buttons to choose "Play" on the "Program" menu screen, and then press the A button. 12/ 4 Select the program to be played back, and
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    , the title setting screen will be restored. • Double byte characters set on other devices may be displayed blank on this DVD video camera/recorder. • Titles set on this DVD video camera/recorder may not be visible on other devices. ●Characters available for entering title You can use the SELECT
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    English 1< Play List WHAT IS "PLAY LIST"? You can create a play list on this DVD video camera/recorder by gathering your favorites from the recorded scenes. Since the play list is not created by copying data, you will consume little
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    English SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST (SELECT) 1< Select the desired one of multiple play lists: The Disc Navigation screen of the selected play list will appear. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 4 Use the "Select Playlist" screen to select the play list you
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    English ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) 1< 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Use the f/e/d/ c/A buttons to choose "Edit" on the "PlayList" menu screen, and then press the A button. PlayList Sw i t c h Play Create Ed i t Ti t le Del e te ENTER RETURN
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    English 1< DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 4 Press the A button. 2 Display the editing screen of the play list to be edited. Perform steps 2 - 4 on page 94. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to delete other scenes. 5 Press the C button: The screen for
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    English 1< DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST) You can delete scenes from play list on the editing screen. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Display the editing screen of the play list to be edited. 5 Choose "Delete" on the "Edit" menu screen, and then press the A
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    English ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) 1< When using DVD-RAM, you can move scenes only by specifying "Category: submenu screen will appear (p. 80). • Only scenes on play list can be moved. • When using DVD-RAM, scenes can be moved only when "Category: All" is specified (p. 104). If you want to
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    English CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE) 1< The play lists have serial numbers in the order you have created them, along with the created dates/ times: You can change this title at any time. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 5 The screen for verifying exit will
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    sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/ recorder for initialization. If the DVD video camera/recorder is this DVD video camera/ recorder. • If you attempt to initialize a disc or card in this DVD video camera/recorder when it is connected to PC via PC connection cable,
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    y : 9 0% RETURN Capac i t y Approx. PHOTO( F I N E ) : 4 6 2 PHOTO( NORM) : 9 2 4 PHOTO( ECO) : 1 8 4 8 Cap a c i t y : 9 6% RETURN *1 With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc: The quality mode first used for recording with disc will appear. *2 With DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc: This will not be displayed. 100
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    function to update the data. Before You Begin • When using the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/ recorder for updating control information, make sure that power is not turned off during updating: If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off during updating and the updating is
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    RW DISC (FINALIZE DISC) Before You Begin • Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/ recorder when finalizing a DVD-RW/DVD-R disc. Finalization cannot be executed using a battery. If the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off during finalization and the finalization is
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    RW (VF-mode)/+RW (DISC UNFINALIZE) You can unfinalize the DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder so that additional recording can be done on it. 1 Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. 2 Press the MENU button. 3 Use the f/e/d/c/A buttons to
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    Use one of the following 3 methods to release: • Choose "Off" in step 4 above. • Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off once. • Press the DISC EJECT button to remove the disc. Note: • Press the . • Repeat playback will not function when playback is instructed from the recording pause status. 104
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    A button. 4 Choose "4:3", and then press the A button. SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF STILLS) 3 If you play back stills recorded on a card, the DVD video camera/recorder will enter the playback pause status after each still is played back. Setting Slide Show allows you to continuously play
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    Connecting to a TV CONNECTING TO A TV Use the provided AV/S input/output cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to a TV as follows: To AV input/output jack To S-VIDEO input jack* To video/audio input jacks AV/S input/output cable (provided) * If your TV has an S-VIDEO input jack, you can
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    to the TV instruction manual for how to switch the TV input. 2 Turn the DVD video camera/recorder on. The image that the DVD video camera/ recorder is useful when operating the DVD video camera/recorder while viewing an image on TV screen. However, if you use a Hitachi VCR, the remote control may
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    You can use a DVD recorder or DVD player that conforms to DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) to play back 8 cm DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) discs recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder. 1 Insert the disc into the DVD recorder/player and play it back. See the instruction manual for DVD recorder/player. Note
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    *2 Only photos can be recorded: No video can be recorded. • If you operate the DVD video camera/recorder connected to another device, always power the camera/recorder from AC outlet using the AC adapter/charger. • If you use a Hitachi VCR, it will be operated by the remote control* provided with the
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    copyright protected images include those of DVD video, LD, recorded video tapes, some parts of digital satellite broadcasts, etc. • If a video signal that cannot be read by this DVD video camera/recorder is present - even in images recorded on camcorder for personal enjoyment without copy-guard
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    (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES You can record (dub) images played back on this DVD video camera/recorder, on other video devices. Use the AV/S input/output cable (provided) to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to another video device as shown in the following figure: Signal flow To
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    English 12/3 Connecting to PC (DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A) Connecting to PC Software Provided You can utilize on PC the videos and photos recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder, using the PC connection cable and software CD-ROM provided, or generally available software. The provided CD-ROM
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    removed. Note: • You must have the administrator authority of the PC before installing software. • Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases: - When connected via USB hub - Multiprocessor is not supported. • Even when your PC satisfies the above conditions of available PC, malfunction may
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    license agreement", and then click "Next". Click 6 Choosing the installation destination: If you do not wish to change the folder in which the software is installed, click "Next". If you wish to change the folder, click "Change", designate the installation location, and then click "Next". Click
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    the CD-ROM from the PC. Installing the software is now complete. Click 8 Executing installation: The PC used: In this case, follow the instructions on screen to install Direct X. Click Important Roxio Corporation: If ImageMixer 3 provided with this DVD video camera/recorder is installed, Easy CD
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    screen will appear. Set the language to be used when installing the software, and then carefully read the license agreement: If you agree with the Choosing the installation destination and type of installation: Follow the instructions on screen for operation: Installation will start. 6 After
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    cable does not supply power to the DVD video camera/recorder: Use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/recorder. • Before connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC, disconnect any cables or camera accessories . • When using Windows, the DVD video camera/recorder can be connected
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    icon shown on the right will appear. (The shape of icon and drive name will depend on the software environment used.) If the DVD video camera/recorder is connected to Macintosh USB port with the power switch set to "P", it will be recognized as a removal drive, and the icon shown on the right
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    PC software on PC, and that the CARD ACCESS indicator on DVD adapter that converts 8 cm CD to 12 cm diameter (for 8 cm CD) cannot be used for any 8 cm DVD-RAM/8 cm DVD-RW/8cm DVD-R/8 cm +RW. • If you use, on PC, a DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder, finalize it on the DVD
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    (UNPLUGGING PC CONNECTION CABLE)/CHANGING OVER POWER SWITCH [When using Windows] 1 Before unplugging the PC connection cable from PC, terminate unplug the PC connection cable. When using Windows® 2000 Professional, installing Windows® 2000 SP3 or later may resolve the problem. Ask your PC
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    into PC, edit the video file, and create a DVD-Video or DVD-VR using the video file. The following shows the basic operation of ImageMixer 3. Refer to the electronic instruction manual that can be read on PC for detailed instructions about ImageMixer 3: While ImageMixer 3 is being activated, click
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    English 5 The screen for choosing the device to be read will appear: Choose "Hitachi DVD CAM". A list of devices that are built into or connected to PC will appear: Choose "Hitachi DVD CAM", and then click "Import". Click 6 Use the ImageMixer 3 Video Editor screen to select a title/chapter you wish
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    system. The "PAL" system is used in Europe. After setting up the project, click the "OK" button. Click 3 Click "Create New DVD". Click 5 The screen for choosing the device to be read will appear: Choose "Hitachi DVDCAM". A list of devices that are built into or connected to PC will appear: Choose
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    menu at the top of screen, and then click "Import". Click Clicking "Theme" or "Set title menu" will allow you to change the design of DVD-Video menu. Choose the type of disc to be created (8 cm/ 12 cm/2-layer) using [Set] - [Configuration]. • To import multiple chapters, click the desired chapters
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    contents on disc have been deleted, the cover of disc insertion block on DVD video camera/recorder will open. Close the cover following the message instruction. • If the disc contains a video file that does not conform to DVD-Video format, the video will be re-encoded, resulting in deterioration of
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    instruction manuals that can be read on PC for detailed instructions of Pixe VRF Browser EX and ImageMixer VCD/DVD2. See the electronic instruction manuals for the detailed use method of each software Choose "HITACHI DVDRAM DZ-GBX3", and then click "OK". The cover of disc insertion block on DVD video
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    that you designated to save video files, and then click "Add". Click "Options" to choose the type of disc (8 cm or 12 cm) to create a DVD-Video. Be sure to choose "NTSC" for the video system. The "PAL" system is used in Europe. After setting the option, click the "OK" button
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    contents on disc have been deleted, the cover of disc insertion block on DVD video camera/ recorder will open. Close the cover following the message instruction. • If the disc contains a video file that does not conform to DVD-Video format, the video will be re-encoded, resulting in deterioration of
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    for setting the drive region code will appear: Set the region code that matches your local area. ●Playing back DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) A DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) recorded on the DVD video camera/recorder cannot be played back, since the OS is not compatible with its playback. You can view images
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    uninstalling software, be sure to restart the PC. • Administrator authority is required for uninstallation. [When using Macintosh] Manually move Note: • "User" will depend on the login user name. • Administrator authority is required for uninstallation. ●PC Software Support Center number PIXELA
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    to disc, the disc will then be unusable. Before connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC, disconnect any cables or camera accessories (external video flash, external microphone, etc.) other than the PC connection cable and AC adapter/charger. Use a reference of approx. 30 minutes at approx. 86
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    the instruction manuals for each accessory. *1 Unavailable for DZ-GX3100A/BX35A. *2 You will need the optional step-up ring when attaching these lenses to the DZ-GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A. With the DZ-GX3200A, be sure to remove the lens hood at the front of lens before attaching the lens. POWER SUPPLY
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    to one hour). • Be sure to use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/recorder when repairing data: Repair is not possible using a battery. If a battery has been attached, turn the power - switch off once, connect the AC adapter/charger, and then start repairing. • Data may not
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    pushed against the turntable. See *3 and *4 on page 139 for troubleshooting. 10, 38 CANNOT RECORD PHOTOS • This message will appear when the PHOTO button is pressed with the power switch set to "O". • You cannot record still image on DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc (recordable of still images from PC). Use
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    card inside & restart. Card error could have occurred during editing of scenes. Turn off the DVD video camera/recorder with the card being used inside, connect the AC adapter/charger, and then power the DVD video camera/recorder again. 26, 31 Card full. Delete unnecessary stills and try the card
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page Disc error has occurred. Disc error could have occurred during editing of scenes. Keep disc inside & restart. Turn off the DVD video camera/recorder with the disc being used in it, connect AC adapter/charger, and then power the DVD video 26
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    Troubleshooting Reference page DVD-R* Disc, Video With DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc, the movie quality mode mode and 16:9 mode and 16:9 mode once used for recording cannot be changed. 63 cannot be changed. * "DVD-RW (VF)" will appear when using a DVD-RW (VF-mode). DVD be supported by
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    Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page DVD video camera/recorder is powered by a battery: Use the AC adapter/charger for finalization. 26, 102 Use AC adapter/ charger. Turn off power. Scene cannot be repaired when the DVD video camera/recorder is powered by a battery. If the AC adapter/charger
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    too low or too high? Charge the battery at 50 - 86ºF (10 - 30ºC). Is the battery abnormally hot? Remove the battery, leave it for a while to cool down, then charge it. Is the DC power cord connected to AC adapter/charger? Unplug 27 it. Has the battery been unused for a long time? Remove the
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    set it to "O". You can also specify "Power Save: Off" to stop automatic power off. Power cannot be turned Detach the battery or AC adapter/charger once, and then press off. the RESET button of DVD video camera/recorder: Reattach a power supply to DVD video camera/recorder before turning it on
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    Focus manually. Does "MF" appear? The DVD video camera/recorder is set to manual focus. Focus the subject manually, or release manual focus. repair appears. Repair is only possible when the DVD video camera/recorder is powered by the AC adapter/charger. Remove the disc, and then insert another disc
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    DVD video camera/recorder connected to TV correctly? Check the connections. Playback picture is Is disc scratched or does dirt or fingerprint adhere to it? momentarily interrupted. Clean the disc. Poor playback picture. Was the image input from analog VCR (VHS, 8 mm) and recorded? The problem
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    Cause and Correction No drive icon appears The DVD video camera/recorder is not turned on. on PC. Check the power supply. Turn PC off and then disconnect the PC connection cable. Turn PC on again, and then use the PC connection cable to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to PC. Make sure the
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    Clean the disc. DVD drive built into PC This problem may be solved if you update the DVD editing/ cannot be used after the creating software of your PC. provided software has been installed. Error appears when starting DVDImageMixer 3. Make sure that your PC display adapter (video card) conforms
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    thumbnail screen. Did you detach the battery or AC adapter/charger before setting the power switch to "OFF"? Is the battery charged? Connect a charged battery or the AC adapter/charger, and then press the DISC EJECT button to remove the disc. Did the DVD video camera/recorder turn off because the
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    battery or DC power cord was disconnected instead some time until of following the correct procedure using power switch to turn recording is possible. the DVD • Is DVD video camera/recorder connected to PC using PC connection cable? Unplug the PC connection cable. • Does DVD video camera/
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    and time will also be reset: Set the date and time again before using the DVD video camera/recorder. 1 Set the power switch to "OFF" to turn the DVD video camera/reorder off. Detach the battery or AC adapter/charger. Note: Do not press the reset button with undue force. 2 Use a fine tipped pen to
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    Beep On p. 34 Power Save Off p. 34 Record LED On p. 35 Language English p. 34 Demo Mode Auto p. 35 *1 "60x" will appear on DZ-GX3100A; "100x", on DZ-BX35A. *2 Not displayed on DZ-GX3300A when the optional video flash is attached to it. Not displayed on DZ-GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A. • Some
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    mm stereo mini-jack: (a plug-in power type microphone cannot be used) Movie (with sound) Still (with DVD-RAM disc, SD memory card) approx. 18 minutes (XTRA) approx. 30 minutes (FINE) approx. 60 minutes (STD) DZ-GX3300A approx. 650 DZ-GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A approx. 999 External input approx
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    port) ×1 (Not equipped with DZ-BX35A) Battery system Lithium-ion Power consumption When recording with LCD monitor off (DVD-RAM disc used) DZ-GX3300A approx. 5.1W (in FINE mode) DZ-GX3200A approx. 4.4W (in FINE mode) DZ-GX3100A approx. 3.8W (in FINE mode) DZ-BX35A approx. 3.2W (in FINE
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    AC adapter/charger, Battery, AV/S input/output cable (DZ-BX35A is provided with AV/S output cable), Infrared remote control (not provided with DZ-GX3100A/BX35A), Lithium battery for remote control (not provided with DZ-GX3100A/ BX35A), Lens cap, Lens cap string, Shoulder strap, Power cable, DC power
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    recorded on card: File size Quality DZ-GX3300A DZ-GX3200A DZ-GX3100A DZ-BX35A External input DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A/ GX3100A Application FINE Approx. 1,600 the FINE quality in "P". Note: • No still can be recorded on DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW disc. • Since the file size is restricted in all quality modes
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    Approx. 100 Approx. 200 Approx. 150 Approx. 300 512 MB Approx. 300 Approx. 400 Approx. 600 1 GB Approx. 600 Approx. 800 Approx. 1,200 For DZ-GX3200A Recording quality 32 MB FINE Approx. 29 NORM Approx. 38 ECO Approx. 58 64 MB Approx. 60 Approx. 80 Approx. 120 Capacity 128MB 256 MB
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    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility Products: Models: Trade Name: DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER DZ-GX3300A/DZ-GX3200A/DZ-GX3100A/DZ-BX35A HITACHI This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
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    AC adapter/charger 26 ACCESS/PC indicator 41, 42 Add (edit 95 All programs 89 Auto (program AE 57 Autofocus 53 AV input/output jack 106 B Backlight correction 55 Battery Attaching to DVD 34 Laser pickup block 38 Lens cap 21 Lens cap string attachment hole 21 Linear PCM 150 Lock 86
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    scenes (submenu 96 Switch 93 Title 98 Portrait (Program AE 57 Power Save 34 Power switch 31 Program 89 Play 90 Switch 89 Title 90 Program AE 61 Submenu 80 Switch (play list 93 Switch (program 89 T Tele-conversion lens 52 Thumbnail 68 Title (play list 98 Title (program 90 TV type 105
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    granted license in the past. License Agreement ■ Grant of License • Hitachi, Ltd. nonexclusively grants you the right to install this program in one You may not modify, alter, decompile or deassemble all, or any part, of this program or its accessories. And you may not allow any third party do so. ■
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    , DVD, VCR, Camcorder Products, AC Adapter Charger software, or from abuse, neglect, accident or any other cause beyond the control of Limited Warranty Registration Hitachi. C. Unpacking, set-up or installation, (for your records) adjustment of customer operated controls, user instruction
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    1 YEAR PARTS (Except Battery) • CAMCORDER Products For information concerning repairs, operation, • AC ADAPTER CHARGER technical assistance or for referral to the location of your nearest Authorized Service Facility or Parts A Conditions of LY D Hitachi Limited Warranty A These Hitachi Products
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    America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division. Completion of this card is not required in order to validate your Hitachi limited warranty, but would assist us in developing better services and programs for our customers." (Please print or type) Model No. Serial No. Date of purchase Customer Name
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    Register your product on-line at hitachi.com/tv or mail this portion to the following address Attn:Warranty Department Hitachi America, Ltd., Home Electronics Division 900 Hitachi Way Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556
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    LTD DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION 1-2495 Meadowpine Blvd., Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6C3 CANADA IMPORTANT NOTICE: This warranty will not apply to product purchased outside of Canada OR sold by any organization other than HITACHI CANADA LTD AVIS IMPORTANT: Notre garantie ne couvre pas les produits achet
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    serve our customers' needs, please complete this card and return it to Hitachi Canada Ltd. Completion of this card is not required in order to validate your Hitachi limited warranty, but would assist us in developing better services and programs for our customers." (Please print or type) «Afin de
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    Register your product on-line at Hitachi.ca or mail to the address on this card. Enregistrez votre produit en ligne à Hitachi.ca ou par la poste à l'adresse indiquée sur cette carte. ATT:WARRANTY DEPARTMENT HITACHI CANADA LTD. 1-2495 MEADOWPINE Blvd., MISSISSAUGA ON L5N 6C3
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    LTD. DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION 1-2495 Meadowpine Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6C3 CANADA Service Direct: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) http://www.hitachi.ca Hitachi, Ltd. Japan QR67582 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2006 This manual was printed with soy based ink. Printed on recycled paper Printed in Malaysia
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