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SWITCHING EXTERNAL INPUT RECORDING METHOD (PHOTO INPUT)

When “Input Source: LINE” is specified, you can record stills of externally input images on either a DVD-RAM disc or a card. The DVD video camera/recorder can record an external image with little movement by specifying “Frame”, but “Field” is recommended for recording image with movement. The DZ-GX5060SW cannot receive any externally input signal.

Recording

Details of setting

On-screen display

format

DVD-RAM

card

 

 

 

 

Does not suit recording of frequently moving video





Frame

subjects, despite high image quality. Frame suits recording

 

of less moving video.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Field

Suitable for recording of frequently moving video subjects.





 

 

 

 

1Press the MENU button, use the 2/1/ 0///buttons to choose “PHOTO Input” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the button.

2 Select the desired option and then press the

button.

3 Press the MENU button to end the setting.

SELF-TIMER

Note:

The PHOTO Input setting can be confirmed using the on-screen information.

The PHOTO Input setting will be stored in memory even when the DVD video camera/recorder is turned off.

Refer to “Recording (Dubbing) Images”, p. 108 to see how to connect the DVD video camera/recorder to another device.



You can record photos using the self-timer function, as with ordinary cameras.

The self-timer function is valid only when recording photos (stills).

1Press the MENU button, use the 2/1/ 0///buttons to choose “Self Timer” on the “Record Functions Setup” menu screen, and then press the button.

2 Select “On”, and then press the button.

The self-timer will be set.

3 Press the MENU button to end the setting.

4 Press the PHOTO button.

The recording indicator at the front of DVD video camera/recorder will blink.

The self-timer indicator will start to count down, and recording will commence approximately 10 seconds later.

Note:

You can also check that self-timer has been set by reviewing the on-screen information.

To release the self-timer mode, choose “Off” on the menu screen or turn DVD video camera/recorder off.

To suspend self-timer, press the PHOTO button again before recording starts, or press the button.

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Hitachi DZ-GX5100SW, DZ-GX5060SW instruction manual Switching External Input Recording Method Photo Input, Self-Timer, Card

DZ-GX5100SW, DZ-GX5060SW specifications

The Hitachi DZ-GX5060SW and DZ-GX5100SW are compact and versatile camcorders that combine cutting-edge technology with user-friendly design, making them ideal for both amateur and experienced videographers. These models are part of Hitachi's impressive lineup, highlighting features that cater to a wide range of recording needs, from family gatherings to professional projects.

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