Hitachi DZMV100A Initializing formatting DVD-RAM Discs, Handling DVD-RAM Disc, About Stored Data

DVD-RAM Discs

Initializing (formatting) DVD-RAM Discs

This DVD camcorder can use only DVD-RAM discs for AV formatted in accordance with the UDF 2.01 file system : No recording can be made on an unformatted disc. See “Initializing DVD-RAM Disc” on page 136 for the initializing procedure.

Handling DVD-RAM Disc

•When the DVD-RAM disc is used for an extended period of time, the temperature will increase because of the heat inside the DVD camcorder: Be careful when

removing the disc.

•The DVD-RAM disc is a very delicate recording medium. Leave the disc in the cartridge when using it in this DVD camcorder.

• Do not remove the disc from the cartridge unless needed, and do not open the shutter of cartridge.

•Be sure not to touch disc surfaces.

• Take great care so as not to scratch or stain disc.

•Be careful not to allow the cartridge with disc to fall.

•Be careful not to allow condensation.

• To store disc cartridge, insert it in plastic case provided.

Do not place the disc cartridge in following places:

•Where exposed to direct sunlight for a long time.

• Where the humidity is high, or in dusty place.

•Where exposed to heat from heater, etc.

•Where there may be condensation.

About Stored Data

If you handle or use the DVD-RAM disc incorrectly, the recorded data may be lost. Hitachi cannot be responsible for damages from loss of recorded data.

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