User manual HITACHI DZ-MV2000E(UK)

[. . . ] DZ-MV2000E (UK) Instruction manual To obtain the best performance and ensure years of trouble-free use, please read this instruction manual completely. FOR TECHNICAL HELP & SERVICE PLEASE CALL 0870 405 4405 This manual was printed with soy based ink. Printed on recycled paper 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. WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. [. . . ] 34) LCD/EVF Setup*5 LCD / EVF Se t up Record Functions Setup Rec o r d F u n c t i o n s Se t up V I DEO Mode 16:9 OSD Ou t pu t : F I NE : Of f : On Ad j u s t EVF D i s p l a y : Au t o ENTER RETURN RAM ENTER RETURN RAM Adjust (p. 85) On-screen information display output*5 (p. 86) *2: Not displayed with DVD-RAM disc in "N" status. The quality mode is displayed in "P" status. 85) *3: Not displayed in "N" or "P" status. *4: Displayed with DVD-RAM disc in "N" status, or "P" status. *5: Not displayed in Quick Menu. Initial Setup I n i t i a l Se t up Beep Power Save Re c o r d LED L a ng u age Demo Mode Reset ENTER RETURN : : : : : On Of f On Eng l i s h Auto RAM Beep*5 (p. 91) 76 123 Setting Up Camera Functions Before You Begin See page 60 for how to set. SELECTING SHOOTING MODE TO MATCH THE SUBJECT (SWITCHING PROGRAMME AE MODE) This DVD video camera/recorder automatically detects the status of subject and surrounding situation and records the optimum image: If you choose the shooting mode to match the recording conditions, clearer images will be recorded. 1 Press the MENU button, use the f/e/ d/c buttons to choose "Program AE" on the "Camera Functions Setup" screen, and then press the A button. The options will appear on the right of "Program AE". MENU 2 Use the f/e/d/ c buttons to choose the desired option, and then press the A button: The selected option will be set. Selected AE mode Camer a F u nc t i on s S e t u p Auto P r o g r am AE Spo r t s Wh i t e Ba l . Zoom Spo t l i gh t Sand&Snow M IC . F i l t e r Low L i gh t ENTER RETURN RAM Use f / e / d / c to select, and then press A to designate. 0:00:00 REM 3 0 MIN FINE 30/ 8:00 9 / 2 00 6 3 Press the MENU button to end the setting. The menu screen will disappear. Note: You can check the selected AE mode by the onscreen information display. However, nothing will appear in the Auto mode. The shooting mode set as above will be stored in memory even if the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off. When recording in a dark area, an after-image will appear when filming a moving subject or if camera shake occurs (it is therefore recommended that you use a tripod in such cases). If the Sports mode is used under a fluorescent light, the image may flicker: In this case, use the Auto mode for recording. a Auto : The camera/recorder automatically judges the subject and surrounding environment for optimum recording. Sports : Reduces blurring when recording rapidly moving subjects such as in golf or tennis. Portrait : Makes a subject, such as a person or a creature, stand out from a blurred background. Spotlight : Prevents overexposure of subject portrait face, etc. when strong light strikes the subject, as in a wedding or on stage. Sand & Snow : Prevents underexposure of subject portrait face, etc. in a place where reflection of light is intense, such as at the seaside in midsummer or on a ski slope. Low Light : Allows user to record in a dark place even with decreased lighting. [. . . ] Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way -- switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer. [. . . ]