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    with this product, please read p.182. After reading the Instruction Manual, store it safely. The Instruction Manual contains an illustration of the DZ-HS803A on the cover page only. QUICK GUIDE QR74442 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2008 This manual was printed with soy based ink. Printed on recycled paper
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    BE SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/ CHARGER (DZ-ACS3). The camcorder and AC adapter/charger have the OPEN. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Identifications of be read carefully to avoid any problems. Precautions WARNING: Many television programs
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    . This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators unused for long periods of time. 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
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    4 Introduction 8 This camcorder makes all of the following possible 8 Choosing a disc to suit your purpose 9 How to Read this Instruction Manual 9 Before Using the Product - Be sure to read this information 11 Checking Provided Accessories 13 Names of Parts 14 How to Open and Use
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    Still Picture Quality (Quality 77 Inputting Audio and Video Signals From an External Device (Input Source) (DZ-HS903A 78 Changing Capturing Still Picture Quality for External Input (PHOTO Input) (DZ-HS903A 78 Using the Self-Timer 79 Dubbing on DVD 80 First Dubbing ("New 82 Dubbing All
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    134 How to Use the Software 135 Uninstalling the software 145 Precautions When Connecting to a PC 145 Contact Information 146 Additional Information 147 Optional Accessories 147 Attaching the Shoulder Strap (Commercially Available 147 Error Messages 148 Troubleshooting 157 Cautions on Use
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    Introduction This camcorder makes all of the following possible! Record movies and stills with this one device! Stills Movies Various media HDD DVD SD card Introduction After recording View on large screen by hooking up the camcorder to a TV! View on the TV AV Cable S Cable View on the LCD
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    recording. * For details, refer to the standards stated in "Recording format" (p.174). How to Read this Instruction Manual This Instruction Manual is intended for the DZ-HS903A and DZ-HS803A models. The following table shows the differences between the two models. HDD (Hard Disk Drive) Capacity
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    -RW (VF (Video) mode) DVD-R +RW SD memory card miniSD memory card (exclusive adapter required) microSD memory card (exclusive adapter required) Displays in the Instruction Manual The display messages are omitted in this manual. Please use the LCD display of your camcorder to check the messages. 10
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    . Caution should be particularly observed while the indicator remains lit for a while after the end of recording. About DVD • We recommend using Hitachi Maxell brand discs. The compatibility of the discs with this camcorder is confirmed. pickup • If there is concern that the camcorder may be
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    caused when recording is not made normally or recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the camcorder, disc or card. Also, Hitachi cannot be responsible for your recorded video and audio. • If you or a third party make a mistake when handling this camcorder, disc, card, etc
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    that the S-Video connector is for output signals only.) The DZ-HS803A has no external input function. Lens cap and lens cap string Attach the lens cap when not recording, to protect the lens. Software CD-ROM and USB cable Install the software on the CDROM onto your PC, then connect the camcorder
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    Names of Parts Power switch side Introduction QUICK START button (p.41) ACCESS/PC indicator (p.11) PHOTO/SELECT button (p.27, 47) DISC EJECT switch (p.25) Disc compartment (p.25) Battery platform (p.21) Battery eject switch (PUSH) (p.38) Record button (p.25) Lock switch (p.22) When the power
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    /exit) button (p.47) f/e/d/c (cursor)/ A (confirmation) buttons Used to choose scenes (movies and stills), select menu items and confirm, play/pause, or manually adjust exposure/focus. Speaker RESET button (p.172) FULL AUTO button (p.72) DISPLAY button (p.42, 48-49, 52) CARD ACCESS indicator Tripod
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    Lens side Introduction Inside the cover Light receiving sensor Used to control flash amount. Do not block the light receiving sensor with your hand when recording still pictures. Flash (p.72) Optical 10x zoom lens (p.62) Zoom lever/volume (p.52, 62, 64) USB terminal (p.131) A/V terminal (p.115)
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    , swing the battery holder arm out. Insert the lithium battery with the positive (+) terminal facing down. Slide the cover to close it. Battery holder * For instructions on handling batteries, see p.18. 17
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    Warning BATTERY MAY EXPLODE IF NOT HANDLED PROPERLY. DO NOT RECHARGE, DISASSEMBLE, OR DISPOSE OF IN FIRE. Note Replace the battery with a Hitachi Maxell, Sony, Panasonic, Sanyo, Toshiba CR2032, or Duracell DL2032. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Adjusting the
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    How to Open and Use the LCD Monitor Introduction You can use the LCD monitor as follows. Recording high places above your line of sight Basic posture Hold the camcorder with both hands and tuck your elbows to your chest or sides, and move the camcorder at a gentle pace. This will allow you to
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    Introduction About the LCD monitor display when recording yourself (the lens and LCD monitor are facing you) • The LCD monitor displays a mirror image of the subject. • The remaining battery charge indicator will only appear when battery power is almost gone. The battery charge indicator flashes
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    temperatures above +50ºF (10ºC) and below +86ºF (30ºC). • Use only the AC adapter/charger which accompanied your camcorder or direct replacement as listed in this manual. 21
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    Let's Get Started „ Turning on the Power 1 2 1 Turn on the power. Press and hold the gray button, and turn the power switch to "HDD", "DVD", or "SD". * You do not need press the gray button when you turn off the switch or switch between "HDD" and "DVD". 2 Open the LCD monitor. „ Changing the
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    Let's Get Started Select "Language" by pressing f/e, then press c (or the confirmation button). Ini t ial Setup Be e p Power Save Record LED Language Demo Mode Reset ENTER RETURN On Of f On En g l i s h Au t o Choose the desired language by pressing d/c, then press the confirmation button. „
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    Let's Get Started Recording Movies to the HDD 1 Turn the power switch to "HDD". * You can change the movie recording quality (p.75). 2 Press the record button. Recording begins. To pause recording, press the record button again. 24
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    Let's Get Started Recording Movies to a DVD 1 Insert a DVD. When handling a disc: Do not touch the recording surface of a disc (p.11). Attach the charged battery pack. Place the recording surface of the DVD face down. (For a single-sided disc, the side opposite the label is the recording surface.)
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    Get Started 2 Turn the power switch to "DVD". Hint If the format confirmation screen appears after loading a new DVD-RW/+RW, format the disc as guided through the LCD screens (p.36). Formatting is not necessary when recording on a DVD-RAM/DVD-R. 3 Press the record button. Recording begins. To pause
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    Let's Get Started Recording Stills to an SD card 1 Insert an SD card. For usable card types, see p.33. Pay attention to the orientation of the card. Face up the label side. 2 Turn the power switch to "SD". 3 Press PHOTO/SELECT. Press PHOTO/SELECT halfway down so that a subject in the center of the
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    Let's Get Started Playing Recorded Movies/Stills 1 2 1 Press . 2 Choose a scene (movie/still), then press the confirmation button. A l l P r og r ams 001 / 014 PLAY PHOTO SELECT See p.115 for the instructions on viewing the recordings on your TV screen. 28
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    Deleting Recorded Movies/Stills 2 1 3, 4 Let's Get Started 1 Press . 2 Select a scene you want to delete, then press MENU. A l l P r og r ams 001 / 014 PLAY PHOTO SELECT 3 Select "Scene" "Edit" "Delete", and then press the confirmation button. 4 Select "YES", then press the confirmation
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    (cannot be performed), additional recordings are possible at any time. *5 To make additional recordings, the finalized disc must be unfinalized. *6 The provided software is used. *7 Finalize the disc to edit on a PC. *8 A DVD-VR disc can be created. *9 A DVD video disc can be created. 30
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    HDD/DVD/Cards „ About HDD/DVD Usable discs and their logos HDD DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm) Function Allows extensive movie recordings. DZ-HS903A: approx. 11 hours in FINE mode DZ-HS803A: approx. 3 hours in FINE mode Allows editing and deleting scenes. Allows editing and deleting scenes. DVD-RW 2x Ver
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    fingerprints) or scratch the surface of the discs when handling. When using a double-sided disc, take great care with handling it. Using non-Hitachi Maxell discs may not allow the camcorder to deliver optimum performance. • DVD housed in a square cartridge/caddy case or a round DVD holder cannot
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    Functions and Characteristics of HDD/DVD/Cards „ About cards z Card Handling • Do not use cards other than those specified. • Be sure to perform trial recording before recording important images. • Do not touch the card terminal or allow it to touch metal. • Do not paste anything other than
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    Functions and Characteristics of HDD/DVD/Cards „ Inserting a DVD Attach the charged battery pack to the camcorder or connect the camcorder to a wall outlet. Turn the power switch to "OFF". Then, press down the DISC EJECT switch until the ACCESS/ PC indicator lights, then release. After several
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    Functions and Characteristics of HDD/DVD/Cards Removing the disc Pressing slightly on the center hub with a finger, grip the edge of the disc by your thumb and lift the disc out as shown. Notes • The disc mechanism will be very hot immediately after use. Do not touch the metallic areas. • Do not
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    VR Mode After recording, you can perform various editing functions such as choosing and deleting scenes. You can play back the disc in a device which supports 8 cm DVD-RW (VR Mode) after finalizing the disc. VF Mode (Video mode) Although editing cannot be done on the camcorder, you can play back
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    time Lights Charging Goes out Charge Complete Approx. charging time (at approx. 77°F (25°C)) DZ-BP14S (provided) DZ-BP14SW (separately sold) DZ-BP21SW (separately sold) Blinks See "Troubleshooting" (p.157). 165 mins 235 mins „ Recording time with a fully charged battery Use the following
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    „ Connecting the camcorder to a wall outlet Connect to the AC adapter/charger. Power cable Battery Pack Connect to the camcorder. DC power cord To wall outlet Connect to the AC adapter/ charger. Notes • The battery pack will not be charged while the DC power cord is connected to the AC adapter/
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    Battery Pack „ Efficient Use of the Battery • The battery will slightly discharge even if it is detached from the camcorder. • If the battery is left attached to the camcorder, it will consume a slight amount of power. Therefore, it is recommended that you charge the battery a day before using the
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    Recording HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW Recording Movies You can choose either HDD or DVD to record movies. 1 Turn the power switch to "HDD" or "DVD". 2 Open the LCD monitor. Recording Press and hold the lock button, and turn the power switch. 3 Press the record button. Elapsed recording time
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    not operate, or it takes too long for recording to start, see "Troubleshooting" (p.157). • About Sleep Mode - You can also return to record record pause mode from sleep mode, the zoom position (approx. 1.5×), manual focus, exposure, and backlight compensation will return to their default settings
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    AE White Balance Microphone filter Backlight Compensation Current medium/ input mode Zoom Exposure Manual Focus FINE L IN REC 0:00:00 1 0 REM 3 0 MIN REM time/date Flash Self-timer External Input (DZ-HS903A) Recording status Movie recording time Remaining space on HDD/DVD/
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    79) (when using Card) No icon : Off : On (Ten-second countdown) External Input (p.78) (DZ-HS903A) L IN : AV input Recording status REC Recording No icon*1 Record pause (lit green) Focus is Y (Digital Zoom: 240x) (when using HDD/DVD) Exposure (p.66) No gauge : Auto : Manual 43 Recording
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    Focus (p.64) No gauge : Auto : Manual Current medium and its status (p.30) (HDD/DVD/Card) : HDD : DVD-R finalized using a device other than the DZ-HS903A/ DZ-HS803A. Or DVD-R recorded using a HITACHI camcorder marketed before the DZ-HS903A/ DZ-HS803A : +RW : Finalized +RW : SD memory
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    Recording CARD Recording Still Pictures Still pictures are recorded on an SD memory Card. 1 Turn the power switch to "SD". 2 Open the LCD monitor. Press and hold the lock button to turn the power switch. 3 Press PHOTO/SELECT halfway down. A subject in the center of the screen will be focused. When
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    PHOTO/SELECT. • If the camcorder has difficulty focusing, adjust the focus manually (p.64). • Although it is possible to fully press PHOTO/SELECT in pictures (p.176). • If you are unable to record still pictures, see "Troubleshooting" (p.157). • About Sleep Mode - You can also return to record pause
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    Viewing Playback (Watching Your Recordings) Recorded movies and still pictures are referred to as "scenes". For movies, a scene is one continuous uninterrupted recording, and for still images, a scene is one still picture. Open the LCD monitor before starting playback (p.19). (Disc Navigation)
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    navigation screen. Thumbnail Currently selected scene Dub mark Still image icon*1 Operation guide*2 A l l P r og r ams PLAY PHOTO SELECT 001 / card type*4 *1 The icon displayed represents a photo recorded that uses another Hitachi DVD camcorder that can record photos on a DVD-RAM disc. (This DVD
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    of the currently selected scene as follows: Date and time of recording, Movie quality (VIDEO mode)/Wide (16:9) mode/Movie length (only HDD), Operation guide. *3 Appears when 13 scenes or more have been recorded. *4 When using a disc, the icon that corresponds to the type of disc being used will
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    Viewing Select multiple scenes individually Using the current scene as your starting point, select multiple previous or succeeding consecutive scenes Select all scenes from the first scene to the current scene. (Menu option: Start- Current) Select all scenes from the current scene to the final
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    Viewing z Specifying the point to jump to Select "Specify" in step in "Jumping to the designated scene" (p.50), then press the confirmation button. The specify screen will appear. Total recording time of all selected scenes 1 Position of currently played back image Cursor Go t o TOP
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    /DVD is protected. - the SD memory card is locked. - a finalized DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R/+RW is loaded. - a DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R recorded on a Hitachi DVD camcorder other than this model is loaded. • It may require more time to start playing back if many scenes are chosen. HDD RAM -RW
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    search playback e: Forward skip playback f: Reverse skip playback g: Forward frame advance h: Reverse frame back : Forward slow playback : Reverse slow playback For instructions on how to operate, see p.54. "j" appears after the first still or the first frame of the first movie is played
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    Viewing „ Simple functions you can use during playback or playback pause HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW Movies (during playback) Functions Press Pause The confirmation button Fastforward/ Reverse c (Forward)/d (Reverse) and hold Skip forward/ backward e (Forward)/ f (Reverse) • If you
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    Viewing Notes • If the temperature inside the camcorder gets too high, the camcorder may fail to function normally. Turn off the power and wait awhile before turning the power back on. • In slow playback, images with fast-moving subjects may appear blurred. CARD Still pictures (during card
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    Viewing HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW „ Capturing a still picture from a movie (PHOTO Capture) You can capture and record an image displayed during movie playback as a photo. The number of photo pixels differs depending on the mode as follows: In 16:9 mode: 640 × 360 pixels In 4:3 mode: 640 × 480
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    Various Recording Techniques Various Recording Techniques How to Operate the Menu Press MENU. 1 You can also use QUICK MENU to display the Quick Menu screen which contains only basic menu items. Example: 2 Select "Camera Functions Setup" "White Balance" a white balance mode The title of the
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    AE Camera Functions Setup White Balance * Not displayed while using the external input EIS function (DZ-HS903A) Digital Zoom MIC. Filter VIDEO Mode Record Functions Setup 16:9 Input Source (DZ-HS903A) OSD Output LCD Setup LCD Adjust Date Setup Date Set Date Mode Beep Power Save
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    AE Camera Functions Setup * Not displayed while using White Balance the external input function Digital Zoom (DZ-HS903A) Flash Quality Input Source (DZ-HS903A) Record Functions Setup PHOTO Input (DZ-HS903A) Self Timer OSD Output LCD Setup LCD Adjust Date Setup Date Set Date Mode Beep
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    „ How to use the LCD setup and initial setup Menu items Explanation of functions Initial value LCD Setup LCD Adjust Color Level Adjusts the color level of the LCD monitor. - Initial Setup Beep Power Save Record LED Language Demo Mode Reset Select "Off" to turn off the beeps that sound
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    Various Recording Techniques Changing the date format You can change the date format to "D/M/Y" or "Y/M/D". (Selecting "D/M/Y" will change the clock to 24 hour style.) Press MENU. Select "Date Setup" "Date Mode" one of the date formats Press the confirmation button, then press MENU to exit the
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    Various Recording Techniques HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW CARD Magnified Recording (Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom) The zoom lever allows you to choose a range of magnifications from wideangle to telephoto zooming. Optical zooming up to ten times is the maximum telephoto magnification. W:Wide-
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    CARD Using the SeparatelySold Lenses to Increase the WideAngle or Telephoto Effect Use the tele-conversion lens DZ-TL1 (separately-sold) to increase the telephoto effect, and the wideconversion lens DZ-WL1 (separatelysold) to increase the wide-angle effect. To attach one of the lenses, firstly you
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    that some lenses may be unusable depending on their shape.) HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW CARD Adjusting the Focus Manually (Manual Focus) Notes • If you attach the DZ-TL1 conversion lens, the focusing range at the T (telephoto) side will be from approx. 16.4 feet (5 m) to infinity. • When you
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    , the focus may become blurred if you switch to telephoto zooming. Various Recording Techniques Hint If you wish to adjust exposure while focusing manually, press f. To return to manual focusing, press e. During record pause or recording, press e (MF). The Focus icon appears in the LCD monitor
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    (Exposure) Normally, the exposure is automatically adjusted. However, depending on the recording conditions, the exposure can be adjusted manually. Adjusting the exposure manually During record pause or recording, press f ( ). The exposure bar appears in the LCD monitor. Exposure Bar 1 FINE 0:00
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    Various Recording Techniques HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW CARD Compensating for Backlight (Backlight Compensation) When the subject is lit from the rear, this function will compensate for lighting so that the subject is not too dark. Compensating for backlight • When the power is turned off,
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    Auto (No icon appears.) Set When recording sunsets and sunrises, recording in shade, and recording a stage lit with a spot light, you can manually adjust white balance to match the light source or situation. Outdoors To record in fine weather. Indoor 1 To record under incandescent light, halogen
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    balance may not be properly adjusted automatically depending on the conditions. In such a case, select the appropriate white balance mode or set the white balance manually. • The white balance does not work properly if you turn on the power while the lens cap is attached to the lens. Be sure to
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    „ Setting the white balance manually (Set) Prepare a white object such a thick sheet of white paper that is not translucent. Point the camcorder at the white object so that it fills
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    On, the camera movement may not be corrected if the movement is too excessive. We recommend you stabilize the camcorder using both hands and support your arms against your body when recording. • EIS may not function correctly when a tele-conversion lens or wide-conversion lens is used. • When using
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    . HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW CARD Restoring all the Recording Settings to Default (Full Auto) You can reset the following manually adjusted recording settings to their defaults with the press of a single button. Function Focus Exposure BLC (Backlight) Program AE White Balance EIS (Electronic
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    Various Recording Techniques Flash mode Auto The flash fires only when necessary. When the flash is needed, " " appears in the LCD monitor when you press PHOTO/SELECT halfway, and then the flash fires when you press PHOTO/SELECT all the way. On " " is displayed in the LCD monitor all the time. The
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    using the flash, record at a distance greater than 3.2 feet (1 m) away. • Do not fire the flash at the driver/ rider of a moving vehicle or bicycle, etc. Doing so will temporary blind the driver and may result in accident. • Do not use the flash in locations where flammable or combustible gas is
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    over longer periods of time. HDD movie quality and recordable time (DZ-HS903A) Video Mode Quality Recordable time XTRA* Best Approx. 7 hrs . FINE High Approx. 11 hrs. STD Extended recording Approx. 23 hrs. (DZ-HS803A) Video Mode Quality Recordable time XTRA* Best Approx. 1 hr. 50 mins.
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    When "16:9" mode is On (Aspect ratio: 16:9) When "16:9" mode is Off (Aspect ratio: 4:3) • If you intend to view recorded movies on a non wide-screen TV, set "16:9" to "Off" before recording. Otherwise, the recorded images appearing on the TV will be vertically distorted as shown in the illustration
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    are always recorded in 4:3 aspect ratio.) • This mode does not support the ID-1/ID-2 system*. * The system that records the information of be switched to wide mode automatically. For details, refer to your TV's instruction manual. (Note that if connected by way of a video selector, the TV may
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    device connected to the camcorder by changing the camcorder's setting. See "Dubbing from another A/V device (DZ-HS903A)" (p.122) on how to connect to an external device and record images from it. (The DZ-HS803A does not have an external input feature.) Input Source Purpose On-screen display (p.42
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    Various Recording Techniques Switching capture quality 1 During record pause, press MENU. Select "Record Functions Setup" 2 "PHOTO Input" "Frame"/"Field" 3 Press the confirmation button to confirm, then MENU to end. Hint You can confirm the current "PHOTO Input" mode by the icon appearing on
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    Dubbing on DVD HDD This camcorder allows you to choose from four options when dubbing images recorded on HDD to a DVD. Dubbing options • "New" Among the scenes recorded to the HDD, scenes which have not yet been dubbed to DVD are dubbed in order from the first scene. • "Date" Dubs all scenes
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    temperature of the camcorder becomes too high, the required recording time may be longer than the time indicated on the screen. z Please note that Hitachi will not accept any responsibility for compensation for loss of data, or direct or indirect damage if dubbing is not performed normally due to
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    Dubbing on DVD First Dubbing ("New") This option allows you to dub scenes which were recorded to the HDD and have not yet been dubbed to DVD. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the camcorder (p.38). 1 • Dubbing is not possible if a battery pack is used as a power source. 2 Turn the power switch
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    Dubbing All Scenes Recorded on the Same Day ("Date") This option allows you to collectively dub all scenes recorded on the HDD on the same day. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the camcorder (p.38). 1 • Dubbing is not possible if a battery pack is used as a power source. 2 Turn the power switch
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    Dubbing on DVD Dubbing All Scenes Recorded on the HDD ("All") You can dub all scenes recorded on the HDD from the beginning in sequence. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the camcorder (p.38). 1 • Dubbing is not possible if a battery pack is used as a power source. 2 Turn the power switch to "
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    Dubbing on DVD Dubbing Scenes Selected ("Select") You can select your favorite scenes from all those recorded on the HDD, for dubbing. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the camcorder (p.38). 1 • Dubbing is not possible if a battery pack is used as a power source. 2 Turn the power switch to "HDD"
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    Displaying only Dubbed or Not Dubbed Scenes (Category) Clearing the dub marks on Thumbnails (MARK OFF) You can display all scenes recorded on the HDD according to their dubbed status. Category Settings "All" All scenes will be displayed in chronological order of recording regardless of whether
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    Editing By using the and MENU buttons, you can also edit recorded scenes. The following edit functions are available on the camcorder. Convenient playback The following are the functions that enable you to play back the scenes as if they were edited without changing the original data. z Program (p.
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    Menu Items for the Disc Navigation After pressing MENU on the disc navigation screen, you can use following functions. DVD Function Contents Page Card +RW -R -RW (VF mode) -RW (VR mode) -RAM HDD Editing Editing zzz You can delete unnecessary S*1 scenes, combine scenes, or divide p.102 one
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    Card +RW -R -RW (VF mode) -RW (VR mode) -RAM HDD DVD Function Contents Page Finalization Unfinalization Repeat play Slide show z*2 z z z You can use this camcorder to finalize any DVD-RW/DVD-R disc recorded on it so that the disc can be viewed on another compatible DVD player or device. p.120
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    „ Menu flows for the disc navigation After pressing MENU on the disc navigation screen, the Menu screen appears. The Menu varies depending on the medium as shown below. To operate the Menu, use d/c/f/e. See "How to Operate the Menu" (p.57). z When using HDD/DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR mode) (•: Quick Menu
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    z When using DVD-RW (VF (Video) mode)/DVD-R/+RW (•:Quick Menu items) Select (p.49) Scene Detail (p.111) Program Select (p.92) Play Go To Top (p.109) End Start → Current Current → End All Finalize DVD (p.118) • DVD Unfinalize DVD* (p.121) • Setting Format DVD* (p.112) • Capacity (p.114)
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    Choosing Scenes by Program A program is an assembly of scenes recorded on the same date, regardless of whether they are movies or stills. Scene No.1 Scene No.2 Scene No.3 Scene No.4 Scene No.5 Scene No.6 Editing Movie 9:00AM Movie 10:20AM Still 11:45AM Still 1:30PM Movie 5:20PM Still 8:00PM
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    HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW „ Playing back a program (Play) 1 Press , then press MENU. Select "Program" "Play", then 2 press the confirmation button. The "Start Program" screen appears. Select the program to be played, then 3 press the confirmation button. Playback begins from the first
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    3: Symbol mode TITLE 12/ 2 0 /2008 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SPACE 3 CHANGE Enter Cancel DELETE P H O T O SELECT • To delete a character from the title input bar, press C. If you press and hold C, all the letters will be deleted. (You can also use the DELETE button of the remote control.) After the
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    HDD RAM -RW (VR) Playlist „ What is "Playlist"? A Playlist is a compilation of scenes from various movies. You can create a Playlist on this camcorder by gathering your favorite scenes. Since a Playlist is not created by copying data, very little HDD/DVD space is required to make one. Note,
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    „ Creating a new Playlist (Create) 1 Press . Select the scene to be included in the 2 playlist, then press MENU. • You can also select multiple scenes at the same time (p.49). 3 Select "PlayList" "Create", then press the confirmation button. If you do not need to change the scene(s), press the
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    „ Displaying a desired Playlist (PlayList) After selecting the desired playlist, the disc navigation screen will appear. 1 Press , then press MENU. Select "PlayList" "Select", then 2 press the confirmation button. The "Select PlayList" screen appears. Select the playlist you want to display, 3 then
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    the exit confirmation screen. Select "YES" to exit. Select "NO" to restore the "Edit PlayList" screen. • Each time you press DISPLAY, the operation guide, the recording date/time of the selected scene, movie quality (VIDEO Mode), screen aspect ratio, and the recording length (when using HDD) will
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    „ Deleting scenes from Playlist (Edit) 1 Press , then press MENU. Display the "Edit PlayList" screen of 2 the playlist you wish to delete. Perform steps 2 and 3 in "Adding scenes to a Playlist (Edit)" (p.98). Press e to move the cursor to the lower row, then choose a scene you 3 wish to delete by
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    „ Deleting scenes using the Submenu for Editing (Edit) You can delete scenes from a Playlist using the "Edit" menu screen. 1 Press , then press MENU. Display the "Edit PlayList" screen of 2 the Playlist you wish to edit. Perform steps 2 and 3 in "Adding scenes to a Playlist (Edit)" (p.98). Move the
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    „ Arranging the order of scenes in the Playlist (Edit) 1 Press , then press MENU. Select "PlayList" "Select", then 2 press the confirmation button. The "Select PlayList" screen appears. Select the playlist you want to edit, 3 then press the confirmation button. The targeted playlist screen
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    „ Deleting a Playlist (Delete) Even if you delete a playlist, the original scenes stored on the HDD/ DVD will not be deleted. 1 Press , then press MENU. Select "PlayList" "Delete", then 2 press the confirmation button. The "Delete PlayList" screen appears. Select the playlist you wan to delete, 3
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    Hints • You can also delete a scene by pressing DELETE on the remote control after placing the cursor on the scene you want to delete on the disc navigation screen. • To delete an unwanted part of a scene on HDD/DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW (VR mode) disc, divide the scene first, then delete the unnecessary part
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    If you do not need to change the dividing scene, press the confirmation button again. The selected scene will be played 4 back. • If you press MENU before pressing the confirmation button, the Submenu appears (p.103). When you reach the desired point of 5 division, press PHOTO/SELECT. The
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    HDD RAM -RW (VR) Combining Multiple Scenes (Edit - Combine) If you have recorded numerous short scenes, combining them can be convenient. Be sure to select consecutive multiple scenes. When using the HDD or a DVD-RAM, combining scenes is possible only if "Category: All" is specified (p.86, 114).
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    the selected range and the "OUT" effect of the last scene will be attached to the combined scene. • Each time you press DISPLAY, the operation guide, the recording date/time of the selected scene, movie quality (VIDEO Mode), screen aspect ratio, and the recording length (when using HDD) will appear
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    Select "Scene" "Effect" 3 "Fade", then press the confirmation button. The "Fade" screen appears. If you do not need to change the 4 scene(s), press the confirmation button. Select the special effects for "IN" or "OUT", "Enter", then press the confirmation button. The "Fade" screen will be
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    Press the confirmation button if no change is needed. After the skip setting, the "Set Skip" screen will be restored. • You can change the scene(s) to be skipped before pressing the 4 confirmation button. • Repeat this step to set the skip setting for other scenes. • If you press MENU before
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    last scene in the disc navigation screen. RAM CARD Copying still pictures on a DVD-RAM to the Card (Copy) Insert a DVD-RAM (recorded on an Hitachi DVD camcorder that can record still pictures on a DVD-RAM) that includes the photos you wish to copy, and a card with recordable space, into this
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    Select "Scene" "Copy", then press 4 the confirmation button. The "Copy to card" screen appears. Press the confirmation button if no change is needed. • You can change the scene(s) to be copied in this step if you 5 wish. • If you press MENU before pressing the confirmation button, the Submenu
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    Press C to end the procedure. The icon " " appears on the locked still picture on the disc navigation screen. 6 7 / 19 Lock icon z To unlock the scene Select the scene you wish to unlock, then perform steps 4 and 5 in "Locking Scenes on a Card (Lock)". The lock icon " " will disappear and locking
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    (movie quality) is unknown because, for example, the scene was recorded on another device. *2 Displayed when a DVD-RAM with photos recorded using an Hitachi DVD camcorder that can record still pictures on a DVD-RAM is set in this camcorder. *3 Not displayed with a DVD-RAM/ DVD-RW/DVD-R (finalized
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    Select "YES", then press the confirmation button. • When using the HDD/DVD- RAM/+RW/Card, formatting will start. • When using a DVD-RW disc, a screen for prompting you to select the VF mode or VR mode will appear (p.36). 4 * If you choose "VR mode" when formatting a DVD-RW (VR mode), finalization
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    returns to record pause screen. RAM Displaying Movies or Stills Independently (Category) If you insert a DVD-RAM that includes photos recorded on another HITACHI camcorder, the scenes on the disc will be displayed on the disc navigation screen in the order of recording, regardless of whether they
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    Viewing on the Other Devices HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW CARD Connecting to Your TV for Viewing „ Connecting to a TV Connect the camcorder to the TV using the provided AV/S cable as shown in the illustration below. Notes • Before connecting, always turn down the volume of your TV set, to prevent
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    provided remote control is convenient. However, if you are using other Hitachi-brand A/V devices, they may be operated by the camcorder's remote change your TV's wide mode setting. (Refer to your TV's operation manual.) • Do not leave the camcorder's Menu screen and disc navigation screen
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    HDD RAM -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW „ Playing back wide-mode images on a 4:3 TV (TV Type) If you connect the camcorder to a 4:3 TV and play a disc recorded in "16:9" (wide) mode, the image on the TV will be vertically distorted. In this case, set "TV Type" to "4:3" so that you can obtain the image of
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    mode)/DVD-R using this camcorder. A DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR mode) disc recorded/dubbed on this camcorder can be played on a DVD recorder/player that supports 8 cm DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR mode) without finalizing it. However, you need to finalize a DVD-RW (VR mode) disc using this camcorder before importing
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    disc recorded on this camcorder can be played back on a DVD recorder/player that supports 8 cm DVD-RAM without finalizing it. Notes on Finalization z Do not insert a the editing software or recording status of the disc. z If you insert a DVD-R disc recorded on another Hitachi camcorder into this
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    finalize such discs using this camcorder. z Do not insert a DVD-RW/DVD-R disc recorded, but not finalized, on a recorder manufactured by a company other than Hitachi into this camcorder. Doing so may make the disc unusable. -RW (VR) -RW (VF) R +RW Finalizing a Disc Before you begin You must finalize
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    001 / 010 12/ 1/2008 12/ 5/2008 12/ 7/2008 12/10/2008 8:00AM 8:00AM 8:00AM 8:00AM 12/15/2008 12/18/2008 12/20/2008 12/23/2008 8:00AM 8:00AM 8:00AM 8:00AM TOP PREV NEXT END The screen above is an example when a DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R/+RW is viewed on a DVD player. Notes • If the disc in
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    to secure the power supply during dubbing. • If the other A/V device is HITACHI brand, the A/V device may respond to the camcorder's remote control. In the other A/V device. „ Dubbing from another A/V device (DZ-HS903A) (The DZ-HS803A does not have this (external input) feature.) Make the connection
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    Hint If you wish to turn off the information superimposed on the image, press camcorder's DISPLAY repeatedly. Notes • The recorded contents can be played back in the same manner as when playing back images recorded on this camcorder. • Images not privately recorded may be copy protected by the copy-
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    „ Dubbing from the camcorder to another A/V device Make the connection between the camcorder and the other A/V device using the provided AV/S input/output cable as shown in the illustration below. Signal flow To A/V terminal To the S-Video input* To the audio/ video inputs of the other A/V device
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    on this camcorder on your PC. The included CD-ROM contains the software for both Windows and Macintosh. Windows ImageMixer 3 This allows you to PC. • You cannot create a DVD-VR (DVD-RAM/DVD-RW) on Macintosh software. • Since the audio format of an MPEG file imported to a Macintosh using ImageMixer
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    , English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese (simplified characters) users. Screen shots in this manual use Windows XP screens for Windows and Mac OS X 10.4 screens for Macintosh. Before opening the software CDROM, please read "Be sure to read the following before opening the package of CD
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    recommended.) The following free space is needed: • At time of installing the software: Approx. 50 MB • At time of disc creation: approx. 2 times ) • You must have the administrator authority of the PC before installing software. • Operation is not guaranteed in the following cases: - When connected
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    language. 3 Select the installation language, then click "Next". The "ImageMixer 3" installation screen appears. Click "Next". Confirm the software license agreement. Read the software license agreement carefully. If you agree with the terms, select "I accept the terms of the license agreement
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    displayed on the screen. Click After installation is complete, the following message screen will appear. Click "Finish" to restart your PC. Software installation is now complete. 9 3 The installer will start. Click "Continue", then the operating environment and restrictions will be displayed. Read
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    and 5 type of installation. Follow the on-screen instructions for operation. Installation will start. After installation is finished Note You must have the administrator authority of the PC before installing software. Hint To choose another camcorder's medium, disconnect the USB cable from
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    How to connect to your PC Make connections as illustrated below. The PC will automatically recognize the camcorder and sometimes prompt you to restart the PC. Restart the PC if prompted. PC To USB terminal To USB terminal USB cable (provided) Notes • The USB cable does not supply power to the
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    a removable disc. Hint The icon and drive name may vary depending on the software environment you are using. Note Do not directly handle files on the HDD or and damage the medium and render it unusable. Please use the provided software. import them. * The number may differ if the card was recorded
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    card from the card slot of the camcorder. „ Using a PC's DVD drive to read a DVD recorded on the camcorder If your PC's DVD drive and software conform to the standards of the DVD recorded on the camcorder, you can directly insert the DVD into the DVD drive to use it. Note
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    down Windows® and detach the USB cable. When you are using Windows® 2000 Professional, installing Windows® 2000 SP3 or later OS updates may solve the problem. For instructions on how to obtain Windows 2000 SP3, refer to your PC maker or Microsoft Corporation. Connecting to Your PC 134
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    file(s). The following shows the basic operations of ImageMixer 3. For detailed instructions about ImageMixer 3, refer to the PDF file instruction manual installed with the software. To display the PDF manual, click "Help (H)" - "ImageMixer Help (H) F1" while ImageMixer 3 is running. Explanations
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    Click on "Hitachi DVDCAM" on the left side of the screen. 4 The recorded images on the camcorder's medium you chose will be displayed. Double-click the thumbnail of
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    the transfer. Repeat this step as needed to import other chapters. Eject button Connecting to Your PC Click Select "Hitachi DVDCAM (HDD)" when the power switch is set to "HDD", or "Hitachi DVDCAM" when the power switch is set to "DVD", then click "Import". 4 Click The "ImageMixer 3 DVD Authoring
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    Click the "Authoring" tab to display the editing screen. The video files you just imported will appear under "Source". Choose the desired video file, and click "Add titles" to register the file. To register a previously imported video file (using ImageMixer 3), click "File" to choose the folder in
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    one disc, cut/ edit the video so that it can be recorded on one disc. See the online instruction manual of ImageMixer 3 for cut-editing of videos. To display the ImageMixer 3 manual, choose "Help", and then "ImageMixer 3 Help (H) F1", while ImageMixer 3 is being executed. Connecting to Your PC 139
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    the PDF manual installed with the software for detailed instructions of ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition for DVDCAM. To open the PDF manual, click " before making the USB connection. Launch ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition by clicking "Hitachi DVDCAM" displayed in the left of screen. The images recorded on the HDD
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    Choose the movie you wish to play back and click "Playback". The playback screen will appear and the movie will be played back. 3 Notes • When connecting the camcorder to a Macintosh for playback on a DVD player, etc., the screen for setting the drive region code will appear. Set the region code
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    the Playback button at the bottom of screen. Also, clicking the "Movie Edit" icon allows you to cut-edit the video. • Refer to the PDF instruction manual of ImageMixer 3 for details on use (p.140). Hint If you click "Recently Imported Files" in "Smart Album" on the left of the screen, only the
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    Creating a DVD-RW/ DVD-R playable on your DVD recorder/player After storing the images recorded on the camcorder onto your Macintosh (p.141), you can create a DVD-Video (DVD-RW/DVD-R) playable on your DVD recorder/player. 1 Launch ImageMixer 3 Mac Edition. Click "Library" at the top left of the
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    Connecting to Your PC Hints • You can also use Album or Smart Album to easily prepare a DVD creation list, by choosing the video files to create a DVDVideo with, and then clicking "DVD List" at the bottom of the screen. • Even after creating a DVD list, you can drag a video file from the library
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    the "Change/Remove" button. Notes • After uninstalling the software, restart your PC. • Administrative privileges are required to conduct DVDCAM z /User/Movies/ImageMixer 3 for DVDCAM z /User/Library/Application Support/ImageMixer 3 for DVDCAM z /User/Library/Preferences/ com.PIXELA.ImageMixer 3.
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    provided: PIXELA CORPORATION +1-800-458-4029 (Toll-free) +1-213-341-0163 URL: http://www.pixela.co.jp/oem/ hitachi/e/index.html z For inquiries on connecting a PC to this camcorder: Hitachi Camcorder PC Software Support Center URL: http://dvdcam-pc.support.hitachi.ca/ Connecting to Your PC 146
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    Ad Optional Accessories CAMERA ACCESSORIES Wide conversion lens (DZ-WL1) Tele-conversion lens (DZ-TL1) Step-up ring (DZ-SR3037) • When using camera accessories, be sure to read the instruction manuals for each accessory. POWER SUPPLY Battery (DZ-BP14SW) Battery (DZ-BP21SW) • Refer to the catalog for
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    . Messages are arranged in alphabetical order. Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page (1) Data error in a The system cannot normally adapter/charger, and then turn the power back on and follow the on-screen instructions. • If message (1) appears when using the HDD, a battery can be
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page (1) DVD is not A DVD-RW/+RW disc that was formatted on a PC, but formatted. Format not disc is not reversed, and that the disc is firmly pushed against the turntable. See *3 and *4 on p.156 for troubleshooting. 11, 170 Additional Information 149
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page CANNOT RECORD • This message will appear when the PHOTO/SELECT PHOTOS button is pressed with the power switch set to "HDD" or "DVD".
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting CHECK DVD • A disc unusable on this camcorder may have been inserted or the disc may be damaged. • Make sure that the type of disc is
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page DVD error has occurred. Please keep DVD inside and set power switch to "DVD". This message appears if a disc error has occurred during
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page DVD-R*, Video With DVD-RW (VF mode)/DVD-R discs, , but PlayList. no playlists are stored. 97 HDD/DVD includes The disc may be software protected from a device other protected scenes. than this camcorder. To release, use the device that -
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page HDD error has Did you interrupt the formatting of the HDD? occurred. Formatting Press the RESET button to execute system reset. 172 is
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Reference page There was no scene which can be deleted. This message will appear if you try to delete multiple scenes with Disc Navigation when
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    Message Cause & Troubleshooting Write protected. The HDD or disc is write-protected. Use the Disc Check HDD/DVD. Navigation menu to release the protection. Reference page 113 *1 • This
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    have any trouble with your camcorder, first use this troubleshooting guide to try to solve the problem. If the problem persists, using the camcorder where the temperature is low? A fully charged battery (DZ-BP14S/DZ-BP14SW/DZBP21SW) may be discharged sooner than usual at low temperatures. Keep
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    Symptom Cause and Correction Reference page Power turns off immediately after being turned on. Is the battery charged? Charge it. When power is turned on, the LCD screen will turn on and off. 37 The ACCESS/PC indicator is flashing, even though nothing is displayed on the LCD monitor screen.
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    DVD". • If the externally input image is copy-guarded, it cannot be recorded. (DZ-HS903A) • If the HDD/DVD is protected, cancel protection. • No recording can be the video signal is transmitted, or connect the AV device directly. (DZ-HS903A) Are you attempting to record images from a video game or
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    focus icon appear? The camcorder is set to manual focus. Focus the subject 64 manually, or release manual focus. If the above causes do not apply, turn off the power and turn it on again. - An error message for Follow the on-screen instructions to repair. repair appears. You must connect the
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    connected the camcorder to a 4:3 TV that does "16:9" (wide) mode not support the wide mode feature? In such a case, set the are vertically "TV is poor and recorded? The problem may be improved if a VCR equipped with a - TBC circuit is used for playback. (DZ-HS903A) Still picture is very
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    Symptom Cause and Correction Reference page Not displayed DVD-RAM, DVD-RW(VR mode) recorded on this normally in the disc camcorder and edited on another device may not be navigation screen. displayed normally in the disc navigation screen. In this event, use "Update control info.". If too
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    is also recommended that 126 you install the newest version driver provided by the USB2.0 card maker. Is the disc scratched or dirty software and used after the the ImageMixer 3 software. This problem may be solved - provided software if you update the other DVD editing/creating software
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    results in If your PC uses Windows® 2000 Professional, the error. problem may be solved if you install Windows® 2000 134 SP3 or you have already installed the driver speed) connection provided with the USB2.0 card. even when USB2.0 You will need to install the driver provided by USB2.0 -
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    Miscellaneous Symptom Cause and Correction Reference page The camcorder does Is a fully charged battery attached? not work. Is the camcorder powered from an AC outlet? Connect a power source. Power does not come Press RESET, then turn on the power again. on, or no operation occurs by
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    Symptom Cause and Correction Reference page The remote control Do you operate the remote control toward the remote does not operate. control receiver of the camcorder? 16 If the camcorder's remote control receiver is exposed to strong light such as direct sunshine or fluorescent light, the
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    Additional Information Cautions on Use of this Product - Be sure to read this information - z Cautions on the HDD Save the data recorded on HDD. • To back up the data recorded on HDD, save it on a DVD. It is also recommended that you use this camcorder to dub the data. You can also use a PC to save
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    Liquid crystal display (LCD) • The LCD monitor is the product of highly precise technology. Among the total number of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for the LCD monitor), 0.01% or less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as colored dots (red, blue, green). This shows the limitations
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    camcorder in the usual way. • Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this camcorder to be faulty. • If you have to clean the lens, use a Hitachi Maxell cleaner that is exclusively for 8 cm DVD discs. z Cautions on storage Do not leave the camcorder in a place where the temperature is very high
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    which has been completely wrung out. When using chemical cleaning cloth, follow instructions for use. z Handling HDD/discs Using HDD/discs • Do not do • Use a DVD which is not dirty, scratched, or warped. • A Hitachi Maxell DVD is recommended. • If there is concern that the camcorder may be
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    on disc or memory card. • When transferring or discarding a disc or memory card, it is recommended that you physically destroy it or use deletion exclusive software (generally available) to completely delete the data on it. It is user's responsibility to control the data on disc and memory card
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    System Reset If the camcorder does not operate normally, perform "System Reset". The camcorder may recover to normal. "System Reset" will reset all settings to the factory defaults. The date and time will also be reset. Set the date and time again before using the camcorder. 1 Set the power switch
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    diameter: 1-1/4" (30.5 mm) Thread pitch: 0.5 mm Auto/Manual Optical 10x, with digital zoom added Movie: 10×-240× DZ-HS903A: Approx. 30 GB DZ-HS803A: Approx. 8 GB Movie (with sound) Still (with SD memory card) DZ-HS903A: Approx. 7 hours (XTRA)/Approx. 11 hours (FINE)/ Approx. 23 hours (STD) DZ-HS803A
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    ) DZ-HS803A: Approx. 525 g (When using the battery pack DZ-BP14S) Provided accessories AC adapter/charger, Battery pack, AV/S cable, Infrared remote control, Lithium battery for remote control, Lens cap and lens cap string, Power cable, DC power cord, Software CD-ROM, USB cable, Instruction manual
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    HDD*1 Recording quality XTRA FINE STD DZ-HS903A Approx. 7 hours*2 Approx. 11 hours*3 Approx. 23 hours *4 DZ-HS803A Approx. 1 hour 50 minutes*2 Approx for this recording. (DZ-HS903A) *2: Variable bit recording (recording of more than 7 hours (DZ-HS903A)/1 hour 50 minutes (DZHS803A) on the HDD or
  • Hitachi DZ-HS803A | Owners Guide - Page 176
    • Maximum number of scenes that can be recorded/dubbed on HDD/DVD Recording media HDD*1 DVD-RAM*2/DVD-RW*2 DVD-R*2 +RW*2 Maximum number of scenes 999*3 999*3 930 254 *1: Recording only *2: Per disc (one side) *3: Combining scenes will not increase the remaining number of recordable scenes. If
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    (Input Source: LINE) (DZ-HS903A) Still picture quality Capacity 32 MB 64 MB 128 MB 256 when you are using a card. Picture quality FINE NORM ECO File size Input Source: CAMERA Input Source: LINE (DZ-HS903A) Approx. 1.6 MB Approx. 160 KB Approx. 1.2 MB Approx. 120 KB Approx. 0.8 MB Approx.
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    Additional Information Glossary Audio feedback A screeching noise which may be produced when the camcorder is connected to a TV or speakers. To prevent the noise, keep a distance between the camcorder and the TV or speakers, or turn off the volume of the connected device. Double-sided disc A disc
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    Additional Information Index A AC adapter/charger 21, 37, 38 ACCESS/PC indicator 34, 170 B Backlight compensation 67 Battery pack charging 21 life 39 Beep 60 B/W (fade 106 C Capacity 114 Card available functions 30 format 112 handling 33 insert/remove 27 CARD ACCESS indicator 15
  • Hitachi DZ-HS803A | Owners Guide - Page 180
    handling 167 How to open 19 setting 60 Lock 110 Low Light (Program AE 68 M Macintosh 125, 127 Macro Recording 63 Major specifications 173 Manual focus 64 Menu 57, 58, 88 MIC. Filter 71 Moisture condensation 168 N Names of parts 14 O Optional accessories 147 P PHOTO capture 56 Play
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    V Video mode 75 Volume 52 W Wall outlet 38 White balance 68 White fade 106 Wide conversion lens 63 Wide mode (16:9 75, 117 Windows 125, 126 Wipe fade 106 Z Zoom 62 Zoom lever 52, 62, 65 181 Additional Information
  • Hitachi DZ-HS803A | Owners Guide - Page 182
    is returned, no refund is possible. This License Agreement certifies that you were granted license in the past. License Agreement ■ Grant of License • Hitachi, Ltd. nonexclusively grants you the right to install this program in one computer and use it, but this right cannot be transferred to a third
  • Hitachi DZ-HS803A | Owners Guide - Page 183
    Information To Order in the United States BY PHONE Service Hotline: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility Products: CAMCORDER Models: DZ-HS903A/DZ-HS803A Trade Name: HITACHI This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules
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    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, adjustment (for your records) of customer operated controls, user instruction. D. Any product with
  • Hitachi DZ-HS803A | Owners Guide - Page 186
    CHARGER technical assistance or for referral to the location of your nearest Authorized Service Facility or Parts Distributor, call: 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) Conditions of A Hitachi Limited Warranty LY D These Hitachi Products are warranted to be free N A of defects in parts and workmanship
  • Hitachi DZ-HS803A | Owners Guide - Page 187
    Home Electronics (America), Inc. 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 Customer
  • Hitachi DZ-HS803A | Owners Guide - Page 188
    Register your product on-line at hitachi.com/tv or mail this portion to the following address Attn:Warranty Department Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. 900 Hitachi Way Chula Vista, CA 91914-3556 188
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DZ-HS903A
DZ-HS803A
Instruction Manual
DZ-HS903A
DZ-HS803A
This manual was printed
with soy based ink.
Printed on recycled paper
Printed in Japan OY-K (I)
QR74442 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2008
Introduction
HDD/DVD/Cards
Battery Pack
Various Recording
Techniques
Dubbing on DVD
Editing
Viewing on the
Other Devices
Connecting to
Your PC
Additional
Information
Instruction Manual
(English)
Thank you for purchasing this Hitachi Camcorder.
Please read this Instruction Manual to understand its proper use.
Before opening the CD-ROM included with this product, please read
p.182.
After reading the Instruction Manual, store it safely.
The Instruction Manual contains an illustration of the DZ-HS803A
on the cover page only.
DZ-HS803A
DZ-HS903A
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Recording — Viewing
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