Brand: HITACHI
Category: Camcorder
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for DZ-GX5100E
Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:51 a.m.
Warranty Information
This program and its accessories shall not, explicitly or implicitly, conform to the merchantability or compatibility for your specific purpose of use.
Holding the DVD Video Camera/Recorder
Insert your right hand from the bottom up to the base of your thumb. Adjust the hand strap for a stable grip. Ensure easy access to the REC button and zoom lever.
Attaching Shoulder Strap
Pass the shoulder strap through the two slots and shoulder strap attachments for secure carrying.
Attaching Lens Cap
Attach the shorter end of the lens cap string to the cap and the longer end to the camera's attachment hole. Push both sides of the cap inward to fit over the lens. Keep the cap on when not in use and attach it to the hand strap while recording.
Inserting Battery into Remote Control
Pull out the battery holder using a fine rod inserted into the PUSH hole. Insert the lithium battery with the positive terminal facing down. Slide the cover to close.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Symptom | Cause and Correction | Reference page |
| No DVD video camera/recorder operation. | Is a fully charged battery attached? Is the DVD video camera/recorder powered from AC outlet? | 27, 28 |
| Power does not come on, or no operation occurs by pressing button. | Execute system reset (press the RESET button). | 145 |
| The date and time are incorrect. | Has the DVD video camera/recorder been subjected to impact? The DVD video camera/recorder could be damaged. Consult your dealer. Has the DVD video camera/recorder been left unused for a long period of time? The internal backup memory battery may be discharged: Charge it. | — |
| Pressing the SLEEP/RESTART button will not set to the sleep/restart standby status. | • Is the proper disc or card loaded? • Does the disc or card have remaining free space? • Is the DVD video camera/recorder now playing back? • Is Disc Navigation screen displayed? | 34 |
| No scene can be deleted. | Is the cursor placed on the scene to be deleted? If the selected scene (framed in red) exists, that scene will be deleted even if you use yellow cursor to select any scene. Check the colours of cursors and bar graph on the thumbnail screen. | 44 |
| Disc cannot be removed. (Cover will not open.) | • Did you detach the battery or AC adapter/charger before setting the power switch to "OFF"? Is the battery charged? Connect a charged battery or the AC adapter/charger, and then press the DISC EJECT button to remove the disc. • Did the DVD video camera/recorder turn off because the battery remaining level ran out? Connect a charged battery or the AC adapter/charger, set the power switch to “OFF”, and then press the DISC EJECT button to remove the disc. | 76, 80 |
| DVD video camera/recorder cannot be operated from remote control. | Is the remote control pointed at the infrared receiver on DVD video camera/recorder? Point it at the infrared receiver to operate the DVD video camera/recorder. Is the infrared receiver on DVD video camera/recorder exposed to direct sunlight or strong fluorescent light, etc.? The remote control cannot operate the DVD video camera/ recorder when strong light strikes the infrared receiver. Adjust the place or angle of the DVD video camera/recorder. Is there battery in the remote control? Also check the polarities of battery. The battery could be dead: Try replacing it. Is the DVD video camera/recorder powered? Turn it on. | 27, 28, 32 |
| Disc cover cannot be closed. | Is disc correctly inserted? Was disc inserted from wrong direction? Remove the disc and then reinsert it. Connect a fully charged battery or AC adapter/charger, and then turn the DVD video camera/recorder on. | 23 |
| Operating sound is heard cyclically. | This sound is heard because the disc is cyclically operated and does not indicate a fault. | 22 |
| Some vibrations are felt or slight sound is heard from mechanism. | These vibrations or sound are caused by disc drive: This does not indicate a fault. | — |
| • No operation can be performed because the ACCESS/PC or CARD ACCESS indicator on this DVD video camera/recorder remains lit or blinking. • After disc or card is inserted, it takes some time until recording is possible. | In the following cases, it will take more time than usual until operation is possible: • Immediately after a disc or card is reinserted. • When a long time has elapsed since the DVD video camera/ recorder was turned off last. • When the temperature is greatly different from the status of previous recording. • When disc with scratches, dirt or fingerprints is inserted. • When disc is subject to severe vibrations. • When the battery or DC power cord was disconnected instead of following the correct procedure using power switch to turn the DVD video camera/recorder off. | 8, 39 |
| No image in viewfinder. | • Is LCD monitor open? No image will appear in viewfinder unless the LCD monitor is closed and securely locked to DVD video camera/recorder. • Is the DVD video camera/recorder set to the sleep/restart status? Press the SLEEP/RESTART button to release the sleep/restart status. | 33, 44 |
| No image appears on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. | • Is DVD video camera/recorder connected to PC using PC connection cable? Unplug the PC connection cable. • Does DVD video camera/recorder stop at the end of the scene to which wipe-out was set and played back? Press the DISC NAVIGATION button. • Is the DVD video camera/recorder set to the sleep/restart status? Press the SLEEP/RESTART button to release the sleep/restart status. | 44, 83, 116 |