Hitachi

DVD Cam USB, Media MultiFormat

Overview Only proprietary Hitachi technology delivers unmatched performance and convenience to the home movie experience. The DVD-R and DVD-Ram 16:9 formats deliver the ultimate in recording and editing options. DVD-R captures video directly to DVD for instant playback on most standard DVD players. DVD-Ram and the intuitive on-screen navigation allow for on-screen editing, finalization and scene thumbnail selection without rewinding or fast forwarding. A16x optical and 240x digital zoom provide exceptional clarity while the 2.0 USB delivers instant transferring of digital stills to a personal computer. Ultra-convenient Quick Start Recording dramatically reduces time for initial start up, and the Quick Mode Menu streamlines the On-Screen Menu down to just the features most commonly used. The ultimate home theater experience is achieved through the most refined and advanced DVD technology ever created.		How-To Tips
		Product Highlights Record to DVD: Eliminate tapes, no accidental erasure of previously recorded material. Multiple Formats: DVD disc and memory card for video and stills. DVD-Ram Format: Record, erase and re-record on same disc up to 100,000 times. DVD-R Format: Write Once format with the highest level of compatibility for playback on standard DVD players. DVD-RW Format: Rewritable format which has a high compatibility level for playback on standard DVD Players. Photo Memory Card Capable: Compatible for playback on most home DVD players. Quick Mode Menu: A slimmed down version of the On-Screen Menu to just the most commonly used features. Quick Start: 7 seconds from start up to first recording after disc initialization

		What is DVD-Camcorder?
		Hitachi has forever changed the direction of camcorder technology with the introduction of the DVD-Camcorder. This Emmy-winning innovation allows you to record home movies directly to DVD and play them back on your home DVD player. Explore the many options and performance features that Hitachi has pioneered with these remarkable products.
		DVD-RAM Recording
		DVD-RAM is a rewritable format that allows for recording and re-recording of movies and still photos up to 100,000 times per disc. Data is written in a non-linear pattern, much like a computer hard disk. When recording, information is only written to blank areas of the disc, eliminating accidental erasure of previously recorded material. The DVD-RAM Disc Navigation system provides a wealth of in-camera editing, playlist options and still photo capability.
		DVD-R Recording
		DVD-R is a record-once format that can be played back on most home DVD players (requires in-camera finalizing of the disc before it can be played on DVD player). Data is recorded in a linear manner and users can directly access any previously recorded clip using the on-screen Disc Navigation feature.
		Camcorder-to-PC-and-Back
		Hitachi HDTV tuner technology brings viewers a unique blend of convenience and performance. Conventional HDTV tuners require start-up time to scan for channels and require switching between antenna inputs when selecting analog or digital programming. Hitachi HDTV tuner technology delivers the picture instantly with seamless access to all available channels.
		Disc Navigation
		Direct digital access to DVD footage requires none of the rewinding or fast-forwarding necessary with tape formats. Each movie clip or still photo (DVD-RAM only) is presented as a thumbnail on the LCD panel. Simply cursor to the desired clip and select it for instant playback. With DVD-RAM discs, one can perform a host of in-camera editing features including fading, moving, dividing, deleting and combining of clips. Create up to 99 playlists for custom playback of movie clips.
		MegaPixel CCD and Lens
		The resolution of the MegaPixel CCD sensor found on select models far exceeds that required for high-quality video, enabling high-resolution, 1280 x 960 pixel photos. Precision-grade optics of the aspherical lens reduces aberrations and distortions that may occur at the perimeter of lens surfaces in less advanced systems.
		Magic LSI
		Our proprietary Magic LSI combines an enhanced MPEG-2 encoder/decoder (CODEC), the Interface Processor, and Digital Signal Processor (DSP) into a single, compact LSI (Large Scale Integration) chip. This integrated design improves resolution and efficiency, reduces power consumption and minimizes space required on the circuit board.
		Constant & Variable Bit Rate Recording
		Bit rate is the measurement of how much digital information can be streamed over time. Higher bit rates move more data per second. The process the MPEG-2 format uses for compressing video requires a higher bit rate for rapid motion sequences. Static scenes need a much lower bit rate. Variable Bit Rate (VBR) recording dynamically varies the bit rates relative to video content. This process optimizes compression, resulting in higher picture quality and reduced file sizes.
		8cm DVD Drive
		The Hitachi DVD Camcorder features the world's first ultra-compact 8cm DVD-RAM/DVD-R drive. The advanced double-speed drive and single-beam laser provide extremely smooth real-time recording and playback of data. Rugged construction and robust error-correction circuits ensure precise operation even under demanding operating conditions.

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