Hitachi DZ-HV1074 User manual

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About this manual......................................................... v
Copyright ...................................................................... v
Precautions .................................................................. vi
Before You Start ......................................................... viii
1 Introducing the camcorder .......................1
1.1 System requirements............................................ 1
1.2 Features.............................................................. 1
1.3 Unpacking the camcorder.................................... 2
1.4 About the camcorder ........................................... 3
1.4.1 Front view................................................ 3
1.4.2 Top view.................................................. 3
1.4.3 Bottom view............................................. 4
1.4.4 Right view................................................ 4
1.4.5 Left view.................................................. 5
1.4.6 Back view................................................. 5
1.4.7 Control Panel........................................... 6
1.4.8 Adjusting the LCD display..................... 7
1.4.9 About the LEDs..................................... 12
2 Getting started.........................................13
2.1 Inserting an SD card ......................................... 13
2.2 Inserting the batteries........................................ 15
2.3 Charging the battery.......................................... 17
2.4 Turning on/ off the camcorder........................... 17
2.5 Changing modes................................................ 17

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2.6 Before you start................................................. 18
2.6.1 Setting the date and time ...................... 18
2.6.2 Setting the language.............................. 19
2.6.3 Setting the beep..................................... 20
2.7 Shoot/Playback video......................................... 21
2.7.1 Shooting a video clip............................. 21
2.7.2 Playing the video clip............................ 23
2.8 Taking/viewing pictures..................................... 24
2.8.1 Taking a still picture.............................. 24
2.8.2 Viewing images..................................... 25
2.9 Connecting to a computer.................................. 26
2.10 Connecting to a standard TV............................. 26
2.11 Connecting to a HDTV...................................... 27
3 Using the camcorder ...............................28
3.1 Camcorder mode ............................................... 28
3.1.1 Camcorder mode................................... 28
3.1.2 Using the macro function...................... 29
3.1.3 Using the zoom function....................... 29
3.1.4 Using the LED light............................... 30
3.1.5 Using the Flash module, auto and force30
3.1.6 Using the Stabilizer function ................ 30
3.1.7 Quick access controls ............................ 30
3.2 Camera mode .................................................... 31
3.2.1 Camera mode icons............................... 31
3.2.2 Using the macro function...................... 32

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3.2.3 Using the zoom function....................... 32
3.2.4 Using the LED light module................. 32
3.2.5 Quick access controls ............................ 32
3.3 Camcorder Playback mode ................................ 33
3.3.1 Camcorder Playback mode icons ......... 33
3.4 Camera Playback mode..................................... 35
3.4.1 Camera Playback mode icons............... 35
3.5 Thumbnail mode ............................................... 36
4 Using the menus ......................................37
4.1 Camcorder menu............................................... 37
4.1.1. Video resolution.................................... 37
4.1.2. Video quality......................................... 38
4.1.3. White balance ........................................ 40
4.1.4. Colour effect .......................................... 41
4.1.5. Stabilizer................................................ 42
4.1.6. Dual Video mode .................................. 43
4.2 Camcorder playback menu ................................ 44
4.2.1 Delete ..................................................... 44
4.2.2 Protect.................................................... 46
4.2.3 Autoplay................................................ 47
4.3 Camera menu.................................................... 48
4.3.1 Resolution.............................................. 48
4.3.2 Photo Quality ........................................ 49
4.3.3 White balance ........................................ 49
4.3.4 Colour effect .......................................... 50

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4.3.5 Selftimer................................................. 51
4.3.6 Aspect Ratio........................................... 52
4.4 Camera playback menu..................................... 53
4.4.1 Delete ..................................................... 53
4.4.2 Protect.................................................... 55
4.4.3 Autoplay................................................ 56
4.5 System menu ..................................................... 57
4.5.1 Setting the beep..................................... 57
4.5.2 Auto power off ...................................... 57
4.5.3 TV standard........................................... 58
4.5.4 Format.................................................... 59
4.5.5 Default ................................................... 60
4.5.6 Language ............................................... 60
4.5.7 Frequency .............................................. 61
4.5.8 Date/time .............................................. 61
5 Installing the software and drivers .........62
5.1 HD Cam.......................................................... 62
Specifications.............................................................. 78
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 81

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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced camcorder.
Ensure that you read this manual carefully and keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
About this manual
Every effort has been made to ensure that the contents of this
manual are correct and up to date. However, no guarantee is made
regarding the accuracy of the contents. If the contents of this
manual do not tally with the camcorder, please take the camcorder
as a criterion, and our company reserves the right to change the
contents or technical rules without notice in advance. Also, the
manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specification
in advance without notice.
If the accessories do not tally with the actual package, please take
the actual package as a criterion.
Copyright
© Copyright 2008.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated
into any language or computer language, in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, manual or
otherwise, without the prior written permission of the
manufacturer.

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Precautions
General precautions
 Do not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas,
as its components may be damaged.
 Do not store the product in a hot environment. High
temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage
batteries and warp or melt certain plastics.
 Do not store the product in cold areas. When the product
warms up to its normal temperature, moisture can form inside,
which may damage the electronic circuits.
 Do not attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric
shock when exposed.
 Do not drop or knock the product. Rough handling may
damage the internal components.
 Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong
detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a
slightly damp soft cloth.
 Do not fire the flash while it is too close to the subject's eyes.
Intense light from the flash can cause eye damage if it is fired
too close to the eyes. When using the flash, the camcorder
should be at least one meter from the eyes of the subject.
 Do not open battery cover while an image is being recorded.
Doing so will not only make storage of the current image
impossible, it can also corrupt other image data already stored
in file.
 If the product or any of its accessories are not working
properly, take them to your nearest qualified service center.
The personnel there will assist you and if necessary, arrange
for the product to be repaired.
 Test for proper operation before using the camcorder.

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Notes on the LCD Screen
Be very careful to ensure the fluid contained in the LCD screen does
not escape if the screen becomes cracked or damaged. If this occurs,
follow these steps:
 If the fluids make contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth
then rinse with a large amount of water.
 If the fluid makes contact with eyes, wash eyes with clean
water for at least 15 minutes and go to the hospital as soon as
possible.
 If the fluid is swallowed, first rinse mouth with water, then
drink a large amount of water and induce vomiting. Go to the
hospital as soon as possible.
Operation conditions
 This camcorder is designed for use in temperatures ranging
from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
 Do not use or keep the camcorder in the following areas:
- In areas subject to direct sunlight
- In areas subject to high humidity or dust
- Near air conditioners, heaters, or other areas subject to
temperature extremes
- Inside of a closed vehicle, especially one parked in the sun.
- In areas subject to strong vibration
Power supply
 Use only the type of battery that came with your camcorder.
Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment
and invalidate the warranty.
 Ensure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start
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 Remove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camcorder
is not going to be used for a long time.
 If the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to
avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion.
 Battery will be in high temperature after long time using
(about 1hr), Please be careful while taking out the battery.
 Please be careful if you may need to take out the battery by
finger nail.
Before You Start
Take some test shots before performing a formal
recording.
Before taking pictures/videos with this camcorder in any important
occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test
the camcorder beforehand to ensure that it functions properly. Any
additional loss caused by the malfunction of this product (such as
costs of photography or any loss of benefit generated by the
photography) is not the responsibility of the manufacturer and no
compensation will be given for it.
The LCD may become dark under strong sunlight, which is the
characteristic of LCD.
Copyright information
Take care to observe "No Photography" notices in certain locations.
In these cases, you cannot record any live performance,
improvisation or exhibits, even for personal purposes. Any transfer
of pictures or memory card data must be conducted under the
constraints of copyright law.

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1 Introducing the camcorder
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the
camcorder. This chapter also covers system requirements, package
contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.
1.1 System requirements
The camcorder requires a PC with the following specifications:
 Windows® Vista / XP operating system / Windows 7 / Mac
 Intel® Pentium 4 2.8GHz CPU or higher (3GHz recommended)
 At least 1GB of RAM or higher (1GB recommended)
 64MB or Greater Video Card
 Standard USB 1.1 port or higher
 At least 200MB of available disk space
1.2 Features
The camcorder offers a variety of features and functions including:
 HD Digital camcorder
 Digital camera (max. 12 Megapixels)
Additionally, the camcorder also features 5X optical zoom, 10X
digital zoom, USB mass storage, a LCD touch screen and EIS
function.
 Note:
A USB 1.1 port may enable you to transfer files to and from
your host PC, but transfer speeds may be much faster with a
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1.3 Unpacking the camcorder
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is
missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
AV cable
Pouch User manual
Battery charger
Li-ion battery
NP-120
HDMI cable
Camcorder
USB cable
Power cord
(UK Style - Used for UK Area)
CD-ROM
(Application software)
Power cord
(EU Style - Used for Pan Europe Area)
˙Do not use the European power cord in the UK.

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1.4 About the camcorder
Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the
buttons and controls of this camcorder.
1.4.1 Front view
Lens
LED light
Self-
timer LED
F
lash
1.4.2 Top view
Battery cover latch
Shutter button
Zoom/ Volume button

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1.4.3 Bottom view
Tripod mount
1.4.4 Right view
LCD Display
Microphone

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1.4.5 Left view
Hand strap
Battery cover
1.4.6 Back view
Mode dial
DC-in/AV/USB
Output
HD Output
Joystick
REC/STOP
button
Power/Camera
s
tatus LED
LCD display
Playback
button

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1.4.7 Control Panel
L
CD
display
SD card cover la tch
Speaker
SD card cover
Power button
LED light
Flash button
Menu button
Display button

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1.4.8 Adjusting the LCD display
Flip and twist the LCD screen as shown while capturing a still
image or recording a video clip.

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See the table below for a description of each button’s function.
Button
Name Function
Power
button Press to turn power on/off.
Menu
button Press to display main OSD menus.
Mode dial Use to turn Camcorder, Camera, and
SET modes.
Joystick
In Camcorder and Camera mode:
1. Move up/ down to adjust the
exposure settings.
2. Move right to enable the macro
function. A icon appears on
the LCD screen when enabled.
3. Move left to adjust the white
balance settings.
In Camera Playback mode:
1. Move right and left to view the
stored images.
2. When the image is zoomed in, the
LCD screen appears up/down
direction keys. You may press the

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joystick to move the image.
Then you may press the center
joystick button to switch the
moving directions (up/down 
left/right).
3. Move the joystick up to enter the
Thumbnail mode.
4. In the Thumbnail mode, move
up, down, left, right to select the
thumbnail images and then press
the center joystick button to view
the image in full screen mode.
In Camcorder Playback mode:
1. Press right and left to view the
stored video clips and press the
center joystick button to play/
stop the video clips.
2. In Playing mode, move right to
fast-forward a video clip and
move left to rewind a video clip.
3. Move the joystick up to enter the
Thumbnail mode.
4. In the Thumbnail mode, move
up, down, left, right to select a
desired video clip and then press
the center joystick button to show
the video clip.
In SET mode, press left and right to
highlight menu items and press the

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center joystick button to confirm.
Shutter
button
In Camera mode, press to take a
photo.
In Camcorder mode, you can
also press to take a photo before and
during recording a video clip.
REC/Stop
button
In Camcorder mode, press to start
recording a video clip.
Playback
button
In Camcorder and Camera mode, press
to enter playback mode.
Display
button
Press once to turn off all OSD icons and
press again to display all OSD icons off.
Zoom
button
In Camcorder and Camera modes,
press right/ left to zoom in and out.
In Camera Playback mode, press
right to zoom in your photo.
In Camcorder Playback mode, press
left/ right to increase or decrease the
volume of the video clip you are
playing.

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LED light
button
In Camcorder and Camera modes,
press the button to turn on/ off the
increase light.
Flash
button
In Camera modes, press the button
to switch between the flash modes.
SD card
cover latch
Slide the latch to open the SD card
cover when you insert/remove the
SD card.
Battery
cover latch
Slide the latch to open the battery
card cover when you insert/remove
the battery.