5

Disassembly and Reassembly

5-1 Items to Be Checked

(1) Checking Disc

Connect the AC adapter/charger or charged battery, and then press the DISC EJECT button to make sure that no disc is inserted. After check, close the disc insertion block.

If the disc insertion block does not open normally, refer to “4-8 Procedure for Removing Disc from Faulty the DVD Video Camera/Recorder”.

Prohibition

After the above check, be sure to disconnect the AC adapter/charger or battery from the DVD video camera/recorder.

The DVD video camera/recorder has a built-in laser emitter block. Never look into it: If Laser beam strikes your eye, it could cause serious vision damage.

(2) Checking Card

Make sure that no card is loaded in the card slot. After check, close the card slot cover.

5-2 Order of Disassembly

Refer to “Disassembly Flowchart” in Fig. 5-2-1 for the order of removing components.

When reassembling components, use the reverse order to removal unless otherwise specified.

Note:

When replacing components, be sure to use only those shown in “Replacement Parts List”.

Information:

1)Board names suffixed with “-H” are for DZ-MV580E.

2)The procedures for disassembling and reassembling the DZ-MV580E and DZ-MV550E are the same, except for the following components:

a)SHE-H circuit board

b)SHE circuit board

c)Accessory shoe

d)Lens unit (SEN-H circuit board, CCD image sensor, crystal filter, cushion)

3)The lens unit in DZ-MV550E includes components equivalent to cushion, crystal filter, CCD image sensor and SEN-H circuit board, which are discrete from the lens unit in DZ-MV580E.

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Hitachi service manual Items to Be Checked, Order of Disassembly, Checking Disc, Checking Card

DZ-MV580E DZ-MV580E(AU) DZ-MV580E(SW) DZ-MV580E(SWH) DZ-MV580E(UK) DZ-MV550E DZ-MV550E(AU) DZ-MV550E(SW) DZ-MV550E(SWH) DZ-MV550E(UK) specifications

The Hitachi DZ-MV580E and DZ-MV550E series of camcorders are sophisticated devices that combine innovative technology with user-friendly features, making them ideal for both amateur and professional videographers. These camcorders, available in various regional models such as DZ-MV580E(AU), DZ-MV580E(SW), DZ-MV580E(SWH), DZ-MV580E(UK), DZ-MV550E(AU), DZ-MV550E(SW), DZ-MV550E(SWH), and DZ-MV550E(UK), share many core characteristics while catering to different market needs.

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In terms of optical performance, the DZ-MV580E boasts a powerful optical zoom feature, enabling users to capture distant subjects without sacrificing clarity. The digital image stabilization technology significantly reduces the blurriness caused by hand movements during recording, ensuring smooth and clear footage even in dynamic environments.

Both series are equipped with an array of customizable settings, allowing users to adjust focus, exposure, and white balance according to their specific shooting conditions. These controls empower videographers to achieve their desired aesthetic and ensure high-quality results across various lighting situations.

Connectivity options are also comprehensive, with USB ports for easy transfer of footage to computers and other devices, as well as AV outputs for direct playback on televisions. This connectivity versatility enhances the user experience, from recording to sharing.

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