Hitachi DZHV584E User manual

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Table of Contents
Preface.......................................................................... v
About this manual......................................................... v
Copyright ...................................................................... v
Precautions.................................................................. vi
Before You Start ......................................................... viii
1Introducing the camera.............................1
1.1 System requirements............................................1
1.2 Features.............................................................. 1
1.3 Unpacking the video camera...............................2
1.4 About the camera................................................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 Back view................................................. 5
1.4.6 LCD Panel................................................ 5
1.4.7 Adjusting the LCD display..................... 6
1.4.8 About the LEDs....................................... 9
2Getting started.........................................10
2.1 Inserting an SD card......................................... 10
2.2 Inserting the batteries.........................................11
2.3 Charging the battery.......................................... 12
2.4 Turning on the video camera............................. 13

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2.5 Changing modes................................................ 13
2.6 Before you start................................................. 13
2.6.1 Setting the date and time ...................... 13
2.6.2 Setting the language.............................. 14
2.6.3 Setting the beep..................................... 15
2.7 Shoot/Playback video......................................... 16
2.7.1 Shooting a video clip............................. 16
2.7.2 Playing the video clip............................ 18
2.8 Taking/viewing pictures..................................... 19
2.8.1 Taking a still picture.............................. 19
2.8.2 Viewing images..................................... 20
2.9 Connecting to a computer.................................. 21
2.10 Connecting to a standard TV............................. 21
2.11 Connecting to an HDTV.................................... 22
3Using the camera.....................................23
3.1 Movie mode....................................................... 23
3.1.1 Movie mode........................................... 23
3.1.2 Using the macro function...................... 24
3.1.3 Using the zoom function....................... 25
3.1.4 Using the LED light............................... 25
3.1.5 Quick access controls ............................ 25
3.2 Photo mode....................................................... 26
3.2.1 Photo mode icons.................................. 26
3.2.2 Using the macro function...................... 27
3.2.3 Using the zoom function....................... 27

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3.2.4 Using the LED light............................... 27
3.2.5 Quick access controls ............................ 27
3.3 Movie Playback mode........................................ 28
3.3.1 Movie Playback mode icons ................. 28
3.4 Photo Playback mode........................................ 30
3.4.1 Photo Playback mode icons.................. 30
3.5 Thumbnail mode............................................... 31
3.6 USB mode......................................................... 31
4Using the menus ......................................32
4.1 Movie menu ...................................................... 32
4.1.1. White balance ........................................ 32
4.1.2. Video resolution.................................... 33
4.1.3. Colour effect .......................................... 34
4.1.4. Night mode............................................ 35
4.1.5. Video quality......................................... 36
4.2 Movie playback menu........................................ 37
4.2.1 Delete ..................................................... 37
4.2.2 Protect.................................................... 39
4.2.3 Autoplay................................................ 40
4.2.4 Volume................................................... 41
4.3 Photo menu....................................................... 42
4.3.1 White balance ........................................ 42
4.3.2 Resolution.............................................. 43
4.3.3 Colour effect .......................................... 44
4.3.4 Night mode............................................ 45

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4.3.5 Selftimer................................................. 46
4.3.6 Photo quality ......................................... 47
4.4 Photo playback menu........................................ 48
4.4.1 Delete ..................................................... 48
4.4.2 Protect.................................................... 50
4.4.3 Slide show.............................................. 51
4.5 System menu..................................................... 52
4.5.1 Setting the beep..................................... 52
4.5.2 Date/time .............................................. 52
4.5.3 Auto power off ...................................... 52
4.5.4 TV standard........................................... 53
4.5.5 Format.................................................... 54
4.5.6 Default ................................................... 55
4.5.7 Language ............................................... 55
4.5.8 Frequency .............................................. 56
Appendix..........................................................57
Specifications.............................................................. 57
Troubleshooting.......................................................... 60

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Preface
Congratulations on your purchase of this advanced video camera.
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 camera, please take the camera 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 2009.
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
xDo not use or store the product in dusty, dirty, or sandy areas,
as its components may be damaged.
xDo 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.
xDo 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.
xDo not attempt to open the casing or attempt your own repairs.
High-voltage internal components create the risk of electric
shock when exposed.
xDo not drop or knock the product. Rough handling may
damage the internal components.
xDo not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents or strong
detergents to clean the product. Wipe the product with a
slightly damp soft cloth.
xDo not fire the white LED light 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
white LED light, the camera should be at least one meter from
the eyes of the subject.
xDo 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.
xIf 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.

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xTest for proper operation before using the camera.
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:
xIf the fluids make contact with skin, wipe it with a clean cloth
then rinse with a large amount of water.
xIf 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.
xIf 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
xThis camera is designed for use in temperatures ranging from
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).
xDo not use or keep the camera 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
xUse only the type of battery that came with your camera.
Using any other type of battery may damage the equipment
and invalidate the warranty.

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xEnsure the battery is inserted correctly. Inserting the battery
incorrectly can cause damage to the product and possibly start
a fire.
xRemove the battery to avoid the fluid leakage if the camera is
not going to be used for a long time.
xIf the battery is crushed or damaged, remove it immediately to
avoid the battery fluid leakage and abnormal expansion.
Before You Start
Take some test shots before performing a formal
recording.
Before taking pictures with this DV camera in any important
occasion (such as a wedding ceremony or an overseas trip), do test
the DV camera 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.
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 camera
Read this section to learn about the features and functions of the
video camera. This chapter also covers system requirements,
package contents, and descriptions of the hardware components.
1.1System requirements
The video camera requires a PC with the following specifications:
xWindows® 7 / Vista / XP operating system
xIntel® / AMD Dual-Core CPU or higher
xAt least 1 GB of RAM or higher
xAt least DirectX 9 video card, DirectX 10 is recommended
xStandard USB 1.1 port or higher
xAt least 2GB or greater available hard disk
Note: A USB 1.1 port will enable you to transfer files to and
from your host PC, but transfer speeds will be much faster
with a USB 2.0 port.
1.2Features
The video camera offers a variety of features and functions
including:
xFull HD Digital camcorder
xDigital camera (max. 12 Megapixels)
xHDMI audio-video output
xMax. 4X digital zoom
xMass storage device
x3” TFT LCD Touch Display (16:9)

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1.3Unpacking the video camera
The following items should be present in the package. If any item is
missing or appears damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
CD-ROM
(Application software
8VHUV0DQXDO)
Video camera Pouch
HDMI cable Battery
charger
USB & AV cable Strap
Power cord
(UK Style - Used for UK Area)
Power cord
(European Style
Used for Pan Europe Area)
Li-ion battery
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ԦDo not use the European power cord in the UK.

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1.4About the camera
Refer to the following illustrations to familiarize yourself with the
buttons and controls of this video camera.
1.4.1Front view
Lens
Strap hole
LED light
1.4.2Top view
SD card slot
Macro switch

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1.4.3Bottom view
Tripod mount
1.4.4Right view
LCD touch
screen cover
Microphone

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1.4.5Back view
Mode button
LED/ Enter button
USB / AV Output
REC. / Power LED
REC. / STOP button
HDMI Output
UP/ DOWN buttons
1.4.6LCD Panel
Playback
button
Power button
Battery cover
Battery cover latch
Menu button
Speaker

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1.4.7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
button
Use to toggle Movie, Photo, and SET
modes.
Up/Down
buttons
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In Movie and Photo modes, press
to zoom in and out.
z In Movie Playback mode:
1. Press the Up/Down buttons to
browse stored movies.
2. While playing a movie, press the
Up/Down buttons to rewind /
fast forward the movie.
3. In the thumbnail mode, press the
Up/Down buttons to select the
video clip and then press the
ENTER button to show the video
clip.
z In Photo Playback mode:
1. Press the Up/Down buttons to
browse stored images.
2. In the thumbnail mode, press the
up and down to select the
thumbnail images and then press
the ENTER button to view the

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image in full screen mode.
3.
z In SET mode, press Up/Down
buttons to highlight menu items,
and the ENTER button to select.
REC. /
STOP
button
z
In Movie mode, press to record
video clip.
z In Movie Playback mode, press to
pause the video playback. Press the
REC. / STOP button again to
resume video playback.
z In Photo mode, press to take a
photo.
Macro
switch
Move the switch to the position to
enable Macro mode.
Playback
button
In Movie and Photo mode, press to
enter playback mode.

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1.4.8About the LEDs
The following table describes the camera LEDs:
LED Colour Definition
Green Power-on
Red Blinking Recording
Red Camera busy
Green Blinking Self-timer is activated
Power /
Rec.
Green Blinking
Rapidly
2 seconds self-timer
remaining.
Green Blinking Self-timer is activated.
Self-timer
Green Blinking
Rapidly
2 seconds self-timer
remaining.

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2Getting started
Read this section to learn how to start using the video camera. This
section covers basic functions such as switching on, inserting the
battery and memory cards, and configuring preliminary settings.
See later chapters for advanced functions.
2.1Inserting an SD card
An SD card can be installed in the video camera to provide
additional storage space for still images, video clips, or other files.
1. Open the SD card compartment cover.
2. Insert the SD card as shown. Make sure the contacts are
facing downwards.
3. Press down the SD card compartment cover then inwards
to close it.

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2.2Inserting the batteries
This video camera is designed for use with a rechargeable Li-Ion
battery. Only use the batteries supplied or similar batteries
recommended by the manufacturer or your dealer.
1. Open the battery compartment cover and insert the
batteries as shown.
2. Close the battery compartment cover.
Note: Installing the battery incorrectly could cause damage to
the camera and possibly start a fire.