User manual HITACHI DZ-BX35A

Instruction Manual DZ-GX3300A/DZ-GX3200A DVD-RAM DZ-GX3100A/DZ-BX35A DVD-RW DVD-R +RW DZ-GX3300A DZ-GX3200A DZ-GX3100A Instruction manual To obtain the best performance and ensure years of trouble-free use, please read this instruction manual completely. DZ-BX35A Manual de instrucciones Para obtener el mejor funcionamiento y asegurar muchos años de utilización exenta de problemas, lea todo este manual de instrucciones. Mode d'emploi Des performances optimales et un fonctionnement à long terme seront assurés en appliquant les présentes instructions après avoir entièrement lu ce mode d'emploi. Page 15 - Updated 03.21.06 English Important Information For Your Safety The power switch turns the DVD video camera/recorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected. If the camera/recorder is to be left unattended for a long period of time, turn it off. English WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, BE SURE TO USE THE SPECIFIED AC ADAPTER/ CHARGER (DZ-ACS3). WARNING: The DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Identifications of caution marks This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit. This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully to avoid any problems. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Precautions WARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. The liquid crystal display (LCD) panel is made by highly precise technology. More than 99.99% of its picture elements (pixels) are effective, but some (less than 0.01%) may appear as colored bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CAUTION This product contains a laser diode of higher class than 1. To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. 2 Warning: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Microsoft®, Windows®, Windows® Me, Windows® 2000 Professional, and Windows® XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel®, Pentium® Processor, and Celeron® Processor are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. IBM® and PC/AT® are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Other company names and product names listed are trademarks or brand names belonging to each individual company. SD logo is a trademark. 3 English IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of DVD video camera/ recorder and accessory equipment. English 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. The equipment (AC Adapter/Charger) shall be used near the socket-outlet and shall be easily accessible. 10 11 12 13 14 15 4 Handle the liquid crystal display (LCD) with care: · The LCD is a very delicate display device: Do not press its surface with force, hit it or prick it with a sharp object. · If you push the LCD surface, unevenness in display may occur. If unevenness does not disappear soon, turn the DVD video camera/recorder off, wait for a few moments, and then turn it on again. · Do not place the DVD video camera/recorder with the open LCD screen down. · Close the LCD monitor when not using the DVD video camera/recorder. Liquid crystal display (LCD) and viewfinder: · The LCD screen and viewfinder are the products of highly precise technology. Among the total number of pixels (approx. 120,000 pixels for LCD monitor and equivalent to approx. 200,000 pixels for viewfinder), 0.01% or less pixels may be missing (black dots) or may remain lit as colored dots (red, blue, green). This shows the limitations of the current technology, and does not indicate a fault that will interfere with recording. · The LCD screen and viewfinder will be slightly dimmer than usual when the DVD video camera/ recorder is at low temperature, as in cold areas, or immediately after power is turned on. Normal brightness will be restored when the temperature inside the DVD video camera/recorder rises. Hold the DVD video camera/recorder correctly: · Do not hold the viewfinder or LCD monitor when lifting the DVD video camera/recorder: The viewfinder or LCD monitor could detach and the DVD video camera/recorder may fall. Do not subject the DVD video camera/recorder to impact: · This DVD video camera/recorder is a precision machine. Take great care that you do not strike it against a hard object or let it fall. · When using a tripod, firmly secure the DVD video camera/recorder on it. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder with a tripod in a place where it is subject to severe vibrations or impact. No sand or dust! · Fine sand or dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder or AC adapter/charger could cause malfunctions or defects. No water or oil! · Water or oil entering the 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 will be slightly warm, but this does not indicate a fault. Screen on connected TV: · Never leave the disc navigation screen, still image or camera image displayed on your TV to which the DVD video camera/recorder is connected: Doing so could result in displayed image retention or phosphor degradation of TV screen. Be careful of ambient temperature: · Using the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is over 104ºF (40ºC) or under 32ºF (0ºC) will result in abnormal recording/playback. · Take care that the temperature of this DVD video camera/recorder, when connected to PC does not rise excessively (reference for usage: approx. 30 minutes at about 86ºF (30ºC)). · Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder on beach sand or in a closed vehicle where the temperature is very high for a long time: This could cause malfunctions. 5 English Cautions When Using Do not point directly at the sun: English · If direct sunlight strikes the lens or viewfinder, the DVD video camera/recorder could malfunction or a fire could occur. · Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder with the LCD screen exposed to direct sunlight: This could cause malfunctions. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near TV or radio: · This could cause noise to appear on the TV screen or in radio broadcasts. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near strong radio waves or magnetism: · If the DVD video camera/recorder is used near strong radio waves or magnetism, such as near a radio wave tower or electric appliances, noise could enter video and audio that are being recorded. During playback of normally recorded video and audio, noise may also be present in picture and sound. At worst the DVD video camera/recorder could malfunction. Do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to soot or steam: · Thick soot or steam could damage the DVD video camera/recorder case or cause malfunctions. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near corrosive gas: · If the DVD video camera/recorder is used in a place where there is dense exhaust gas generated by gasoline or diesel engine, corrosive gas such as hydrogen sulfide, or sulfur such as in a hot spring area, the external or internal terminals could corrode, which would disable normal operation, or the battery connecting terminals could corrode, so power will not turn on. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder near ultrasonic humidifier: · With some water in humidifier, calcium and other chemicals dissolved in water could scatter in the air, and white particles could adhere to the optical head of the DVD video camera/recorder, which could cause it to operate abnormally. Do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to insecticide: · Insecticide entering the DVD video camera/recorder could dirty the lens in laser pickup block, and in such a case the DVD video camera/recorder might not operate normally. Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off and cover it with vinyl sheet, etc. before using insecticide. Do not use a generally available 8 cm CD lens cleaner: · Cleaning the lens is not necessary when using this DVD video camera/recorder in the usual way. · Using 8 cm CD lens cleaner could cause this DVD video camera/recorder to be faulty. · If you have to 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/recorder between places where the difference in temperatures is great ­ such as entering a lodge from a ski slope or going out of a cooled room or vehicle ­ condensation (vapor in air warmed or cooled to water droplets) could occur on the lens and/or inside the DVD video camera/recorder. If condensation occurs, do not open the cover of disc or card insertion block if possible. If condensation occurs on the lens, wipe it off with a soft, dry cloth. Even if the external surface of DVD video camera/recorder has dried, condensation may remain inside: Turn the DVD video camera/recorder off and leave it in a dry place for at least 1 ­ 2 hours before using it again. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder for a long uninterrupted period of time: · This DVD video camera/recorder cannot be used for a long time continuously as a surveillance camera/monitor. If you use it for a long continuous period of time, the temperature of DVD video camera/recorder could exceed the limit and the recording/playback operation may slow down or other faults could occur. If this happens, turn it off and wait for a while before using it again. 6 · The ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking to show that data is being written to disc or card, or being read from it. At this time, do not do any of the following, so as not to damage the data: - Remove battery - Disconnect AC adapter/charger - Plug or unplug PC connection cable - Remove disc or card - Subject DVD video camera/recorder to severe vibrations or impact - Violently open or close the LCD monitor The ACCESS/PC indicator will light for a while after recording is finished. While it is lit, do not subject the DVD video camera/recorder to any vibration or impact, and do not disconnect the battery or AC adapter/charger. If you turn the DVD video camera/recorder off while the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking, turn it on again with the disc or card loaded in it: Repair of the disc or card will be executed automatically (see page 133). ACCESS/PC indicator CARD ACCESS indicator Do not wipe the DVD video camera/recorder case with benzene or thinner: · The coating of case could peel off or the case surface could deteriorate. · When using a chemical cleaning cloth, follow the instructions. Also read the instructions attached with optional accessories: · For optional accessories, observe the cautions and follow instruction manuals attached. The battery provided has not been charged at time of purchase: · Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder (see page 27). · The battery will discharge as time passes. (The battery is produced so that it discharges on its own in order to protect its characteristics.) Disc cannot be inserted or removed unless a charged battery or AC adapter/ charger is connected to the DVD video camera/recorder. Be sure to set the power switch to "OFF" when turning the DVD video camera/ recorder off: · Disconnecting the battery or AC adapter/charger while the DVD video camera/recorder is being powered could cause a fault. 7 English Do not turn the DVD video camera/recorder off while the ACCESS/PC indicator or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit or blinking: Cautions When Storing Do not leave the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the temperature is very high for a long period of time: · The temperature inside a closed vehicle or trunk can become very high in a hot season. If you leave the DVD video camera/recorder in such a place, it could malfunction or the case could be damaged. Also, do not expose the DVD video camera/recorder to direct sunlight or place it near a heater. English Do not store the DVD video camera/recorder in a place where the humidity is high or in a dusty place: · Dust entering the DVD video camera/recorder could cause malfunctions. If the humidity is high, the lens could be moldy, and the DVD video camera/recorder could become inoperable. It is recommended that you put the DVD video camera/recorder with desiccant in a box when storing it in a closet, etc. Do not store the DVD video camera/recorder in a place subject to strong magnetism or intense vibrations: · This could cause malfunctions. Detach the battery from the DVD video camera/recorder and store it in a cool place: · Leaving the battery attached or storing it at high temperature could shorten its life. Suggestions and Restrictions Make a trial recording: · Always make a trial recording before doing actual recording to make sure that recording is normal. The data that have not been stored normally because of a defect in the DVD video camera/ recorder cannot be restored. It is recommended that you use DVD-RAM disc from which recorded contents can be deleted for trial recording. Do not use the DVD video camera/recorder for professional applications: · This DVD video camera/recorder is designed and produced for home-use recording and playback. The recorded contents cannot be compensated for: · Hitachi cannot compensate for any damages caused when recording is not made normally or recorded contents cannot be played back because of a defect in the DVD video camera/recorder, 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 DVD video camera/recorder, disc, card, etc., the recorded contents may be lost. We cannot be responsible for compensation for damage due to loss of recorded contents. Copyright: · Data recorded on the disc or card in this DVD video camera/recorder using other digital/analog media or devices are protected by the copyright act and cannot be used without permission of the owner of copyright, except for personal enjoyment. Be aware that recording is restricted for some demonstrations, performances and exhibitions, even for personal enjoyment. 8 Be sure to set the power switch to "OFF" before cleaning this DVD video camera/recorder. Cleaning LCD screen and camera lens Use dry, soft cloth to wipe dirt off. When cleaning the LCD screen, be careful not to use force, scratch it, or subject it to impact: Doing such could cause a defect in the screen, result in display unevenness, or damage the LCD monitor. 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 use. If dust adheres to the viewfinder lens, remove it using a cotton swab, etc. Do not rub the lens with force: Doing so could scratch the lens. HANDLING DISCS Using discs Discs are very delicate recording media. Carefully read the following cautions and observe them: · Always use a brand new disc when recording important material. · Be sure not to touch the recording surface of disc, or dirty or scratch it. · If there is dust, scratch, dirt on disc or if it is warped, the following phenomena may occur: - Block noise in playback image - Momentary stop of playback image - Sound interrupted during playback, or abnormal Block noise sound - Blue thumbnail A l l P r og r ams 0 01/ 006 display* (Fig. 1) - Disc cannot correctly be recognized PLAY - Disc cannot be initialized Fig. 1 * - Delay between video and audio Even if disc is normal, the above phenomena may occasionally occur. While the ACCESS/ PC indicator is lit, do not subject disc to vibrations or impact, and avoid using DVD video camera/recorder at extremely high or low temperatures, or in environment where condensation is likely to occur. · When recording images, A l l P r ogr ams 001 / 002 the DVD video camera/ recorder may avoid the portions of disc where PLAY recording is not possible, (Recording one scene due to dust, scratches, may produce multiple etc. [It will pause m at thumbnails.) such a portion and automatically restart recording (n).] This will cause recording to be interrupted for several seconds to several minutes, and multiple thumbnails will be created by one recording session as shown above. In this case, the recordable time on disc will decrease. · Be careful when removing the disc since the metal of removal slot of DVD video camera/ recorder, and disc itself, may be hot. Storing discs · When storing disc, replace it in the plastic case in which it was purchased. · Be careful that no condensation occurs on disc. · Do not place disc in following places: - Direct sunlight for a long time - Where humidity is high or in dusty place - While there is heat from a heater, etc. 9 English CLEANING English DISC CLEANING Use the disc cleaning cloth provided to lightly wipe off any dirt adhering to the disc as shown in the figure. Do not wipe the disc with force: Doing so could cause scratches. Never use solvent (thinner, water, antistat or detergent) for cleaning. Lightly wash the dirty cleaning cloth with detergent: The dirt removal capacity of the cloth will improve (rinse the cloth well with water so that no detergent remains). Use the disc cleaning cloth to clean from inner to outer edges in axial direction. Read This First To guide you, we have included following five chapters. · The section on "Setups" explains how to set up the DVD video camera/recorder, battery, and set the date/time. · The section on "Basic Techniques" explains the basic operation of this DVD video camera/ recorder ­ recording of movies, still images, external input, and playback of recorded images. · The section on "Disc Navigation" explains editing with Disc Navigation: Refer to this section when finalizing DVD-RW/DVD-R/ +RW disc and initializing 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 to be as helpful as possible, so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need: · A quick index for the information you use most often. · A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly (see pages 12 ­ 14). Get to know your DVD video camera/recorder by using this manual, and get to know Hitachi. We appreciate your business. Quick Index Available Discs................................................. 24 Recording Movie .............................................. 41 Playing Back .................................................... 69 Functions Available with Disc Navigation......... 76 Connecting to a TV ........................................ 106 Connecting to PC........................................... 112 With this DVD video camera/recorder you can view the picture being recorded or the playback picture whether on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. It is possible to switch the language in the on-screen display of this DVD video camera/recorder (see page 34). 10 Displays in this manual Understand that the displays are different from those you will actually see in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. Notation of cancel button Press the STOP/EXIT button to stop your operation midway, or return the menu screen to the preceding one. The expression "press the C button" will be used in this 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 at right above each function to identify whether the disc or card is compatible with the function. Refer to these marks and identify the functions and operation to match the disc or card you use. Illustrations in this manual Although the external appearances of DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A are different, the method of operating these models is identical. The illustrations of DZ-GX3300A are used for the explanation in this text. 11 English About This Manual Table of Contents Important Information......................................... 2 For Your Safety.................................................. 2 Precautions........................................................ 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........... 4 Cautions When Using ........................................ 5 Cautions When Storing...................................... 8 Suggestions and Restrictions ............................ 8 CLEANING ............................................................ 9 HANDLING DISCS ................................................ 9 DISC CLEANING................................................. 10 English Initial Settings .................................................. 34 SWITCHING OPERATING SOUND ON OR OFF (BEEP) .............................................................. 34 TURNING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER OFF AUTOMATICALLY (POWER SAVE) ........ 34 CHANGING DISPLAY LANGUAGE (LANGUAGE) ................................................... 34 RESETTING MENU SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS (RESET) ........................................................... 35 TURNING RECORD LED ON OR OFF (RECORD LED) ................................................ 35 CHANGING SETTING OF DEMONSTRATION .. 35 Read This First ................................................ 10 About This Manual........................................... 11 Table of Contents ............................................ 12 Checking Provided Accessories ...................... 15 Names of Parts ................................................ 16 LCD/EVF Setup ............................................... 36 ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS OF LCD SCREEN (LCD BRIGHTNESS) AND VIEWFINDER (EVF BRIGHTNESS) ................................................. 36 ADJUSTING COLOR DENSITY (COLOR LEVEL) .............................................. 37 ALWAYS DISPLAYING IMAGE IN VIEWFINDER............................................... 37 Setups Demonstration Function................................... 20 Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/Recorder.. 20 HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER . 20 ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP ...................... 20 ATTACHING LENS CAP ..................................... 21 INSERTING BATTERY INTO REMOTE CONTROL ........................................................ 21 REMOVING BATTERY FROM REMOTE CONTROL ........................................................ 22 Inserting and Removing Disc ........................... 38 Inserting and Removing Card .......................... 40 Basic Techniques Recording Movie .............................................. 41 Recording Stills ................................................ 42 Swift Restart of Recording (SLEEP/RESTART button) ........................................................... 43 On-Screen Information .................................... 44 INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING RECORDING .................................................... 44 Discs and Cards .............................................. 23 AVAILABLE DISCS ............................................. 24 INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC ....................... 24 NOTES ON FINALIZATION: ............................... 24 EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER: 25 AVAILABLE CARDS............................................ 25 COMMON CAUTIONS FOR DISC AND CARD .......25 Checking Flow of Menu ................................... 49 Zooming........................................................... 51 MACRO RECORDING ........................................ 51 RECORDING SUBJECTS FOR STRONGER WIDE-ANGLE OR TELEPHOTO EFFECT ....... 52 Preparations for Power Supply ........................ 26 USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER................................ 26 Manually Focusing Subject.............................. 53 FOCUSING DURING RECORDING.................... 53 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 OF BATTERY .......................... 30 Adjusting Brightness of Image to be recorded (Exposure)..................................................... 55 Compensating for Backlight............................. 55 Built-in Video Flash (for DZ-GX3300A only) .... 56 Setting Up Camera Functions.......................... 57 SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAM AE MODE).............. 57 RECORDING DARK SUBJECTS USING LCD MONITOR LIGHT ............................................. 58 ADJUSTING COLOR (WHITE BALANCE).......... 58 USING THE ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER (EIS).................................................................. 60 RECORDING SUBJECT USING LARGE MAGNIFICATION (DIGITAL ZOOM) ................ 60 REDUCING WIND NOISE DURING RECORDING (MIC.FILTER) ................................................... 60 Turning DVD Video Camera/Recorder On and Off ................................................................. 31 VIEWING IMAGE ON LCD MONITOR SCREEN 32 VIEWING SUBJECT THROUGH VIEWFINDER . 32 Setting Date and Time ..................................... 33 CHANGING DISPLAY FORMAT OF DATE AND TIME ................................................................. 33 12 Setting Up Record Functions ...........................61 SWITCHING MOVIE QUALITY (VIDEO MODE). 61 SETTING TO WIDE TV SCREEN MODE (16:9 MODE).............................................................. 62 SWITCHING QUALITY OF STILL IMAGE (QUALITY) ........................................................ 64 RECEIVING IMAGE FROM ANOTHER DEVICE (INPUT SOURCE) ............................................ 64 SWITCHING EXTERNAL INPUT RECORDING METHOD (PHOTO INPUT) .............................. 65 SELF-TIMER ....................................................... 65 SETTING ON-SCREEN DISPLAY OUTPUT ON OR OFF (OSD OUTPUT) ................................. 66 Program........................................................... 89 WHAT IS "PROGRAM"? ......................................89 SWITCHING TO THUMBNAIL DISPLAY OF SPECIFIC DATE (SWITCH) .............................89 PLAYING BACK PROGRAM (PLAY) ..................90 CHANGING TITLE OF PROGRAM (TITLE) ........90 Play List........................................................... 92 WHAT IS "PLAY LIST"?.......................................92 CREATING NEW PLAY LIST (CREATE) ............92 SWITCHING TO DISPLAY OF EACH PLAY LIST (SWITCH) .........................................................93 PLAYING BACK A PLAY LIST (PLAY)................93 ADDING SCENES TO PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) ......................................94 DELETING SCENES FROM PLAY LIST (EDITING PLAY LIST) ......................................95 ADDING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST).......................95 DELETING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST).......................96 SELECTING SCENES USING SUBMENU FOR EDITING (EDITING PLAY LIST).......................96 ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (MOVE) .....97 CHANGING TITLE OF PLAY LIST (TITLE).........98 DELETING PLAY LIST (DELETE).......................98 Using External Microphone ..............................66 Disc Navigation Using Disc Navigation ......................................67 STARTING OR TERMINATING DISC NAVIGATION.................................................... 67 PLAYING BACK FROM DISC NAVIGATION SCREEN........................................................... 69 PLAYING BACK LATEST RECORDED SCENE. 70 DELETING LAST RECORDED SCENE.............. 70 CAPTURING PHOTO.......................................... 71 PLAYBACK FROM START OF DISC OR CARD 71 SEARCH PLAYBACK OF MOVIE ....................... 71 FRAME ADVANCE/FRAME BACK/SLOW PLAYBACK OF MOVIE .................................... 71 SKIP PLAYBACK OF MOVIE .............................. 72 PLAYING BACK STILLS ..................................... 72 JUMPING TO SPECIFIED POINT (GO TO)........ 73 INFORMATION DISPLAY DURING PLAYBACK 74 SELECTING MULTIPLE SCENES ...................... 75 SELECTING CONSECUTIVE SCENES TOGETHER...................................................... 75 FUNCTIONS AVAILABLE WITH DISC NAVIGATION.................................................... 76 UNDERSTANDING FLOW OF DISC NAVIGATION MENU ............................................................... 77 Go To .............................................................. 99 TOP (END) ..........................................................99 Disc or Card Management .............................. 99 INITIALIZING DISC OR CARD (FORMAT DISC. FORMAT CARD) ..............................................99 PROTECTING DISC FROM WRITING (PROTECT DISC) ..............................................................100 VERIFYING REMAINING FREE SPACE ON DISC OR CARD (CAPACITY) ..................................100 UPDATING CONTROL INFORMATION OF DVDRAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) DISC (UPDATE CONTROL INFO.)...........................................101 FINALIZING DVD-RW/DVD-R/+RW DISC (FINALIZE DISC) ............................................102 ADDITIONALLY RECORDING ON FINALIZED DVD-RW (VF-mode)/+RW (DISC UNFINALIZE) .......................................103 Scene ...............................................................79 DELETING SCENES (EDIT ­ DELETE) ............. 79 DIVIDING MOVIES (EDIT ­ DIVIDE) .................. 80 COMBINING MULTIPLE SCENES (EDIT ­ COMBINE)........................................................ 81 ARRANGING ORDER OF SCENES (EDIT ­ MOVE) .............................................................. 81 DIRECTING SCENES 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 SCREEN (DETAIL)........................................... 88 Others............................................................ 104 DISPLAYING MOVIES OR STILLS INDEPENDENTLY (CATEGORY) ..................104 PLAYING BACK SCENES REPEATEDLY (REPEAT PLAY) .............................................104 PLAYING BACK WIDE-MODE IMAGES ON 4:3 DISPLAY TV (TV type) ...................................105 SLIDE SHOW (CONTINUOUS PLAYBACK OF STILLS)...........................................................105 Viewing on TV Screen................................... 106 CONNECTING TO A TV....................................106 VIEWING ON TV SCREEN ...............................107 Playback on DVD Recorder/Player ............... 108 PLAYING BACK DVD-RAM/DVD-RW (VR-mode) DISC ...............................................................108 PLAYING BACK DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R/ +RW DISC ......................................................108 13 English TOC Recording (Dubbing) Images......................... 109 English RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES FROM OTHER VIDEO DEVICE................................. 109 RECORDING (DUBBING) IMAGES ON OTHER VIDEO DEVICES............................................ 111 Connecting to PC (DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A) Software Provided ......................................... 112 Requirements of available PC ....................... 113 Installing Software ......................................... 114 Connecting to PC via PC Connection Cable . 117 USING DISC IN DVD DRIVE BUILT INTO PC.. 119 BEFORE TERMINATING PC CONNECTION (UNPLUGGING PC CONNECTION CABLE)/ CHANGING OVER POWER SWITCH .......... 120 Using Software .............................................. 121 [When using Windows] USING IMAGEMIXER 3 .................................... 121 VIEWING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC USING PC................................................................... 121 CREATING DVD-VIDEO USING IMAGES RECORDED ON DISC ................................... 123 [When using Macintosh] USING PIXE VRF BROWSER EX AND IMAGEMIXER VCD/DVD2.............................. 126 IMPORTING IMAGES RECORDED ON DVDRAM/DVD-RW/DVD-R INTO PC TO CREATE A DVD-VIDEO (DVD-RW/DVD-R) ..................... 126 Viewing Images recorded on 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....................................... 148 SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS ................... 152 RECORDABLE STILLS (PHOTOS) ON CARD. 153 To Order in the United States ........................ 154 To Order in the Canada ................................. 154 Index .............................................................. 155 Be sure to read the following before opening the package of CD-ROM................................... 157 14 Make sure that you have all the following accessories in package: Battery (Model DZ-BP14SW): For DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A only. Portable power supply for this DVD video camera/recorder. Charge it before use. Battery (Model DZ-BP7S): For DZ-GX3100A/BX35A only. Portable power supply for this DVD video camera/ recorder. Charge it before use. AC adapter/charger (model DZ-ACS3): Used to power the DVD video camera/ recorder from AC outlet, or charge battery. DC power cord: When powering the DVD video camera/ recorder from household AC outlet, use this cord to connect the DVD video camera/recorder and AC adapter/charger. Power cable: Infrared remote control Connect between household AC outlet and (model DZ-RM4W): AC adapter/charger. Use to control the DVD video camera/ recorder from a distance. For DZGX3300A/GX3200A only. Lithium battery (model CR2032): To power the remote control. For DZGX3300A/GX3200A only. WARNING: Keep this battery away from children. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment. AV/S input/output cable: Used when viewing the picture played back on the DVD video camera/recorder on TV screen, or input or output video from/to another video device. For DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A/GX3100A. AV/S output cable: Used when viewing the picture played back on the DVD video camera/recorder on TV screen, or output video to another video device. For DZ-BX35A only. Shoulder strap: Attach to the DVD video camera/recorder to hang it from shoulder. Lens cap and lens cap string: Attach the lens cap when not recording, to protect the lens. Single-sided 8 cm DVD-R disc: To record videos (movies) on this DVD video camera/recorder. For DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A only. Software CD-ROM: Use this CD-ROM when connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC. For DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A only. PC connection cable: Use this cable when connecting the DVD video camera/recorder to PC. For DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A only. Disc cleaning cloth: Always use this to clean discs. 15 English Checking Provided Accessories Names of Parts 7 8 9 10 English 1 2 3 11 4 12 5 13 6 13 (Inside the cover) 14 8 Lens hood (for DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/ DZ-BX35A only) (p. 52) Always remove this lens hood when using the optional 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 for details.) 11 PC connection terminal (TO PC) (for DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A only) (p. 117) 12 AV input/output jack (p. 106) 13 External microphone jack (for DZGX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A only) (p. 66) 14 Wide-screen color liquid crystal display (inside) (p. 32) Although the external appearances of DZGX3300A, DZ-GX3200A, DZ-GX3100A and DZ-BX35A are different, the method of operating these models is identical. DZGX3300A illustrations are used in this manual. 1 Flash (for DZ-GX3300A only) (p. 56) 2 Light receiving sensor (for DZ-GX3300A only) This sensor controls the amount of light to be emitted from the built-in flash. Take care not to block with hand, etc. during recording. 3 Lens cap string attachment hole (p. 21) 4 Stereo microphone Take care that the microphone is not blocked by a hand, etc., during recording. 5 Recording indicator (p. 35) The red indicator will light during recording. 6 Infrared receiver (for DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A only) (p. 22) When the remote control is used to operate the DVD video camera/recorder, this receiver will receive the infrared signal. 7 Optical 10× zoom lens (for DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A only) Optical 15× zoom lens (for DZ-GX3100A only) Optical 25× zoom lens (for DZ-BX35A only) (p. 51) 16 22 23 24 25 26 27 15 Viewfinder (p. 32) 16 Diopter control (p. 32) To adjust the focus of image appearing in the viewfinder. (Pull out the viewfinder.) 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 camera/recorder is accessed (write or read is executed) or the DVD video camera/ recorder is connected to PC. 19 PHOTO button (p. 42) 20 DISC EJECT button (p. 38) Press down and release this button to open the cover of disc insertion block. 21 Disc insertion block (p. 38) 22 BATTERY EJECT button (p. 28) Press this button when removing the battery. 23 Battery attachment platform (p. 28) 24 Record button (REC) (p. 41) 25 LOCK switch (p. 41) It is recommended that you set the LOCK switch to L (to the upper position) to prevent the power switch in the "O" position from accidentally moving to "N". 26 Power switch (p. 31) 27 Hand strap (p. 20) 17 English 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 English 35 31 SELECT button (p. 75) 35 Speaker (p. 70) FINALIZE FOCUS EXPOSURE VOL. BLC DISPLAY 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 Disc Navigation. 32 DISC NAVIGATION button (p. 67) 33 STOP/EXIT button (p. 11, 49, 70) To end playback or cancel setting of menu. 34 EXPOSURE button (p. 55) Press this button to adjust the exposure. 36 RESET button (p. 147) To reset all settings to defaults (status when the DVD video camera/recorder was shipped from the factory). 37 DISPLAY (Screen display) button(p. 47, 74) Press this button to display the details of image being played back or camera setting status, or switch the display off. 38 CARD ACCESS indicator (p. 7, 42) 39 Volume control buttons (VOL)/ S R buttons (p. 53, 55, 70) To adjust the volume of sound from speaker, etc. 40 Card insertion block (p. 40) 41 BLC (backlight compensation) button (p. 55) Press this button when subject is being lighted from rear. 42 f / e / d / c / A buttons (p. 33, 49, 70) Use these buttons to select a scene or menu item, and then press the center (A) to play back the scene, or designate an option from the menu. 43 Tripod threaded hole Used to attach the DVD video camera/ recorder to a tripod. 18 44 REC PHOTO DISPLAY 45 MENU DIGITAL ZOOM ZOOM 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 46 SELECT 47 48 DELETE 49 DISC NAVIGATION 50 44 PHOTO button (p. 42) 45 REC button (p. 41) 46 MENU button (p. 33, 57, 80) 47 SELECT button (p. 75) 48 Reverse search button (p. 71) 49 DELETE button (p. 79) 50 DISC NAVIGATION button (p. 67) 51 DISPLAY button (p. 47, 74) 52 ZOOM T button (p. 51) 53 DIGITAL ZOOM button (p. 51) 54 ZOOM W button (p. 51) 55 Reverse skip button (p. 72) 56 Forward search button (p. 71) 57 Play/pause 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 English Setups This section explains preparations for recording ­ setting up the DVD video camera/recorder and battery. English 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 demonstration approx. three minutes after the DVD video camera/recorder is turned on. Refer to "CHANGING SETTING OF DEMONSTRATION" on page 35 if you wish to view the demonstration immediately or change the setting to "Off". Setting Up the DVD Video Camera/Recorder HOLDING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER Insert your right hand from the bottom of DVD video camera/recorder up to the base of your thumb. Put your hand in a position where you can easily operate the REC button and the Zoom lever. Adjust the length of hand strap so that the DVD video camera/recorder is stable when you press the REC button with your thumb. ATTACHING SHOULDER STRAP Be sure to pass through the 2 slots. Pass the shoulder strap through the shoulder strap attachments. 20 1 Attach the shorter end of lens cap string to the lens cap. 2 Attach the longer end of lens cap string to the attachment hole of DVD video camera/ recorder. Shorter end Longer end 3 Push the both sides of cap inward and attach it over the lens. Push and fit 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. INSERTING BATTERY INTO REMOTE CONTROL Insert the provided lithium battery into remote control. 1 While inserting a fine rod into the hole marked PUSH, pull the battery holder out forward. 3 Slide the cover to close it. Note: The life of lithium battery is approximately one year. If the battery is discharged, no operation is possible with remote control: Replace the battery. 2 Insert the lithium battery with the positive R terminal facing down. Battery holder 21 English ATTACHING LENS CAP REMOVING BATTERY FROM REMOTE CONTROL English 1 While pushing the battery holder, slide the battery out. Warning: · KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS. · IF SWALLOWED, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. · 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. · Dispose of battery safely in accordance with local laws. Do not dispose of in fire. · Do not short circuit the battery. · Do not hold the battery 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 controllable distance is up to 16 feet (5 m). Note: · When using the remote control, make sure that the infrared receiver on DVD video camera/recorder is not exposed to direct sunlight or any intense light. If the infrared receiver is subject to light stronger than the infrared light from remote control, the DVD video camera/recorder cannot be operated by remote control. · If there is an obstacle between the remote control and infrared receiver on DVD video camera/recorder, remote control may not be possible. · The DVD video camera/recorder uses the "VCR2" remote control code of Hitachi VCRs. If you use a Hitachi VCR, etc. with remote control code set to "VCR2", a VCR placed near the DVD video camera/ recorder will also be operated by the remote control: To prevent this, change the remote control code of the VCR. · The remote control (DZ-RM4W) and lithium battery (CR2032) are supplied only with the DZ-GX3300A/ GX3200A. 22 The following table lists the storage media (discs and cards) that can be used on this DVD video camera/recorder and the functions which are available with them: Media Function To record video (p. 41) To record photo (p. 42) To delete image just recorded (p. 70) To select image and delete it (p. 79) To edit image (p. 80 ­ 81) To play on other DVD players and DVD recorders (p. 102) To use new disc or new card without formatting To initialize and reuse (p. 99) To additionally record on finalized disc To edit copied video on PC *9 To playback video on PC *9 DVD-RAM *1 *4 -- *6 *6 -- DVD-RW DVD-RW (VR mode) (VF mode) -- *1*2 -- *6*7 *6*7 -- -- -- -- -- *2 -- *5 *6*7 *6*7 *6 DVD-R -- -- -- -- *2 -- -- *6*7 *6*7 *6 +RW -- -- -- *1*2 -- *5 *6*7*8 *6*7*8 -- SD memory card -- -- --*3 *4 -- -- To create DVD video using PC *9 : Functions available; --: Not available *1: *2: *3: *4: *5: *6: *7: *8: *9: Playable on devices that conform to either 8 cm DVD-RAM, 8 cm DVD-RW (VR mode) or 8cm +RW. Must be finalized. Cannot be played on some DVD players or DVD recorders. Some DVD devices conform to SD memory card. When media that are sold "formatted" are used. If the initialization format differs, the media can be initialized on this DVD video camera/recorder and then used. To additionally record, the finalized disc must be unfinalized. The provided software is used. Finalize the disc when editing/playing back on PC. The software for Macintosh provided with this DVD video camera/recorder is not compatible with a +RW. DZ-BX35A cannot be connected to a PC. 23 English Discs and Cards AVAILABLE DISCS Usable discs and logos DVD-RAM Ver. 2.1 (8 cm) English Function Allows you to delete unnecessary scenes or edit scenes. Also allows you to record photos. Allows you to choose the VR mode for deleting unnecessary scenes or editing scenes, or the VF mode in which deletion or editing is not possible, but high compatibility with DVD players is provided *1. Provides high compatibility with DVD players *1. No deletion or editing is possible. DVD-RW [Ver1.1 (8 cm) 2x speed (2x/1x)] DVD-R [for General Ver. 2.0 (8 cm)] +RW Ver. 1.2 (8 cm) Provides high compatibility with DVD players but does not need to be finalized *2. Scenes can be deleted immediately after being recorded. *1: *2: Playback on all DVD players is not guaranteed. The disc must be finalized before being played back on a DVD player. Playback on all DVD players is not guaranteed. This DVD video camera/recorder can use only the 8-cm bare discs not packed in a square cartridge, square caddy case or round DVD holder. The discs in a square cartridge, square caddy case or round DVD holder can be used if they are removed from the package, but take great care not to dirty or scratch the bare disc. Note: · It is recommended that you use Hitachi Maxell HG type single-sided discs, since their compatibility with this DVD video camera/recorder has been confirmed. When using an HG type double-sided disc, take great care with handling it. Using a disc other than these discs may not allow the DVD video camera/recorder to deliver optimum performance. INFORMATION ON DVD-R DISC For optimum recording on DVD-R disc, this DVD video camera/recorder writes control data to the disc in order to automatically make adjustments when it is inserted and ejected accompanying recording. If the disc has no area to be written for adjustment, recording may not be possible. To prevent this, do not insert or eject a DVD-R disc accompanying recording more than 100 times. This DVD video camera/recorder cannot record a DVD-R in the VR mode. NOTES ON FINALIZATION: · Do not insert a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder but not finalized, into a recordable device, such as a DVD recorder: The recorded data may be damaged (except for devices that allow playback of a DVD-RW (VF-mode)/DVD-R disc not finalized on this DVD video camera/recorder). · Use only DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A/GX3100A/BX35A to record on or finalize a DVD-RW (VFmode)/DVD-R/+RW disc recorded on this DVD video camera/recorder but not finalized: Using any other device could damage the data recorded on the disc. · DVD-RW or +RW discs edited and finalized on PC or those finalized on another DVD recorder 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 Disc Navigation screen will automatically start, and no recording can be done on the disc nor can it be finalized. · Do not insert a DVD-R that was recorded by a DVD recorder manufactured by a company other than Hitachi, and which has not been finalized, in this DVD video camera/recorder: Doing so will make the disc unusable. 24 · · · · · CD-RW CD CD-R CD-ROM DVD-R (4.7 GB) for Authoring Ver. 2.0 · · · · · DVD-R (double-layered) DVD+R DVD-ROM DVD-Video Discs other than those with diameter of 8 cm AVAILABLE CARDS SD memory card can be used on this DVD video camera/recorder. When using an exclusive adapter, a miniSD memory card can be used in the same way as an SD memory card. No multimedia card can be used. COMMON CAUTIONS FOR DISC AND CARD · It is recommended that you create a backup file for valuable data on hard disk of PC. · Do not do the following, or the data on disc or card may be damaged or lost: - Do not remove the disc or card or turn DVD video camera/recorder off during reading or writing of data - Do not use DVD video camera/recorder in a place subject to static electricity or electrical noise - Do not have printing done at a print lab or DPE service - Do not leave a +RW unused in the DVD video camera/recorder for a long time Note: · This DVD video camera/recorder can play back image data recorded on other digital cameras conforming to the DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) standard. The range of image data playable on this DVD video camera/recorder is that with pixels from 80 horizontal × 60 vertical to 4000 horizontal × 3000 vertical. · DCF is an integrated image file format of digital cameras: Image files can be used on all digital devices conforming to DCF. · Image data edited on PC and certain types of image data may not be visible on this DVD video camera/ recorder. · The image data recorded on another device may not be playable on this DVD video camera/recorder. Handling card · Do not use cards other than the designated ones. · Be sure to perform trial recording before recording vital images. · Do not touch the card terminal or allow it to touch Terminal metal. · Do not paste anything other than exclusive label on label pasting portion. · Do not subject card to impact, bend or drop it. · Do not disassemble card or modify it. · Do not expose card to water. · Do not use or store card in the following places: - Where the temperature is high, such as in vehicle at high temperatures, under burning sun or near a heater - Where humidity is high, or in dusty place · When the erasure prevention switch is locked, no recording, deletion or editing will be possible on the card: Only playback will be possible. Note when transferring or discarding discs and memory cards: "Formatting" or "deletion" using the functions of DVD video camera/recorder or PC will change only the file control information: It will not completely delete the data 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. Erasure prevention switch Locked status 25 English EXAMPLES OF DISCS THAT CANNOT BE USED ON THIS DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER: Preparations for Power Supply USING DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER WITH AC ADAPTER/CHARGER It is recommended that you use the AC adapter/charger to power the DVD video camera/recorder from household AC outlet when you perform settings on it, play back or edit images, or use it indoors. Note: Be sure to use the specified AC adapter/charger (DZ-ACS3) to power the DVD video camera/recorder. Using other AC adapter/chargers could cause electric shock or result in fire. English Power cable 1 4 3 AC adapter/charger DC power cord 2 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 video camera/recorder. Use the same procedure as that for battery when attaching and detaching the DC power cord: See page 28. 26 The DZ-BP14S battery provided with DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A or DZ-BP07PW battery provided with DZ-GX3100A/BX35A has not been charged at purchase time: Charge it before using the DVD video camera/recorder. Note: · Be sure to use the DZ-BP14S, DZ-BP07PW, DZ-BP14SW (optional) or DZ-BP7SW (optional, unavailable for DZGX3300A/GX3200A) battery for the DVD video camera/recorder: Using other batteries could cause the DVD video camera/recorder to malfunction, or result in fire. · Be sure to use the DZ-ACS3 AC adapter/charger to charge the battery: Using other chargers could cause electric shock or fire. · Charge the battery at temperatures of 50 ­ 86ºF (10 ­ 30ºC). · If the CHARGE indicator does not light when the AC adapter/charger is plugged into AC outlet, unplug it from the AC outlet, wait a few moments, and then plug it into the AC outlet again. If the CHARGE indicator still does not light, the AC adapter/charger may be faulty. Unplug it from the AC outlet and consult your dealer. · The AC adapter/charger can be used around the world. An AC plug adapter is required in some foreign countries. If you need one, purchase it from your local electronics distributor. AC 200 ­ 240V AC Plug Adapter (not supplied) CHARGING BATTERY Use the provided AC adapter/charger to charge the battery. 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. 1 Connect the power cable to AC adapter/ charger. 2 Plug the power cable into AC outlet. Battery Power cable CHARGE indicator AC adapter/charger DC output terminal 27 English Setting Up the Battery Battery charged status You can find out the charged status of battery by checking the CHARGE indicator on AC adapter/ charger: Charge status During charge Charge complete Note: See "Troubleshooting" on page 139 when the CHARGE indicator blinks. English CHARGE indicator Lit Goes out Reference for time required to charge battery (at approx. 77ºF (25ºC)): DZ-BP14S (provided with DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A)/DZ-BP14SW (optional): Approx. 165 minutes DZ-BP07PW (provided with DZ-GX3100A/BX35A)/DZ-BP7SW (optional, unavailable for DZGX3300A/GX3200A): Approx. 90 minutes The charge time will vary depending on the remaining power level of battery. ATTACHING BATTERY TO DVD VIDEO CAMERA/RECORDER 1 Fit the battery to the battery attachment platform on this DVD video camera/recorder and slide it downward until a click is heard. Note: · Make sure that the battery is in the correct orientation. · Make sure that the battery is securely attached: Incomplete attachment could cause the battery to fall, resulting in damage. Terminal side must be down. REMOVING BATTERY After using the DVD video camera/recorder, remove the battery from it. 1 While holding down the BATTERY EJECT button, slide the battery upward to remove it. Note: · For safety, be sure to turn the DVD video camera/ recorder off before attaching or removing the battery. · Be careful not to drop the removed battery. · If the battery remains attached, minute level current will flow even if the DVD video camera/recorder is off, and the battery will discharge. · Set the power switch to OFF before removing the battery. 28 See the following table as a reference for how long the DVD video camera/recorder can continuously be used with a fully charged battery: With DZ-BP14S (provided with DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A)/DZ-BP14SW (optional) Video mode XTRA*1 When using viewfinder When using LCD monitor When using viewfinder FINE When using LCD monitor When using viewfinder STD When using LCD monitor approx. 105 min approx. 125 min approx. 145 min approx. 170 min approx. 95 min approx. 115 min approx. 115 min approx. 140 min approx. 130 min approx. 170 min approx. 150 min approx. 210 min DZ-GX3300A approx. 105 min approx. 95 min approx. 105 min DZ-GX3200A approx. 125 min approx. 115 min approx. 125 min DZ-GX3100A approx. 145 min approx. 130 min approx. 145 min DZ-BX35A approx. 170 min approx. 150 min approx. 170 min With DZ-BP07PW (provided with DZ-GX3100A/BX35A)/DZ-BP7SW*2 (optional) Video mode XTRA*1 When using viewfinder When using LCD monitor When using viewfinder FINE When using LCD monitor When using viewfinder STD When using LCD monitor approx. 70 min approx. 85 min approx. 65 min approx. 80 min approx. 75 min approx. 100 min DZ-GX3100A approx. 70 min approx. 65 min approx. 70 min DZ-BX35A approx. 85 min approx. 75 min approx. 85 min *1 The time is only for reference: It will vary depending on recording contents. *2 Unavailable for DZ-GX3300A/GX3200A. The reference for how long the DVD video camera/recorder can actually be used will be approx. 1/2 to 1/3 of the above time: The continuously recordable time of DVD video camera/recorder in the above table shows the time available when the DVD video camera/recorder is in the recording mode without using any other function after recording is started. In actual recording, the battery will discharge 2 ­ 3 times faster than this reference, since the REC button and zoom are being operated, and playback is performed. Assume that the actually recordable time with a fully charged battery is between 1/2 and 1/3 of the above time, and prepare enough batteries to allow for the time you are planning to record on the DVD video camera/recorder. The continuously recordable time may be less depending on the conditions when the DVD video camera/recorder is used (if recording and recording pause are repeated at short intervals, etc.). Note that the battery discharges faster in cold places. Note: · See "Troubleshooting" on page 139 when charging is not possible. · The charge time will vary depending on the battery remaining level. · During and after charging, and 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 ambient temperature 50ºF to 86ºF (10ºC to 30ºC): Charging at temperatures other than this range could damage the battery. 29 English Continuously recordable time with fully charged battery (with no zoom operation, etc.) BATTERY REMAINING LEVEL INDICATOR When the battery is used to power the DVD video camera/recorder, the battery remaining level appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen as follows: Fully charged Nearly empty English