Hitachi DZ-MV580A User Manual

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Recording Stills
Note
:
Recording of still images is possible on DVD-RAM disc 
and card.
1
Turn the DVD camera/recorder on.
When using DVD-RAM disc:
Set the power switch to “N PHOTO”.
When using card:
Set the power switch to “P PHOTO”.
After the ACCESS indicator goes out, perform 
the subsequent operation:
2
Check the subject on the screen (viewfinder or 
LCD).
3
Press the REC button.
The DVD video camera/recorder 
automatically focuses on the subject at the 
center of screen (when auto focus is selected). 
The screen will be black, and then the recorded 
still will be displayed. When the “m” mark 
appears, you can proceed with the next 
recording; while “DISC ACCESS” or “CARD 
ACCESS” is being displayed, you cannot 
proceed with the next recording.
4
Set the power switch to “POWER OFF” to turn 
the DVD video camera/recorder off.
Turn power off only after message “DISC 
ACCESS” disappears.
Note
:
See “SIZE AND QUALITY OF PHOTOS” on page 30 for 
details of photos on card.
See “Check 2” on page 163 if recording photos is not 
possible.
Shake of the DVD video camera/recorder may cause 
blur in recorded image.
When holding the DVD video camera/recorder for 
recording, grasp it securely with both hands.
When recording with higher zoom magnification, it is 
recommended that you secure the DVD video camera/
recorder on a tripod.
Do not operate the power switch or remove the card 
while the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator is lit 
or blinking: Doing so may damage the card or the data 
on card.
With DZ-MV580A, the range of screen in which 
recording is possible will be different for movie and still.
ACCESS/PC 
indicator
CARD 
ACCESS 
indicator
Power switch