Hitachi VM-H38A Digital Camera User Manual
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1. 34 INSTANT REVIEW 35 QUICK EDIT 35 EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT 36 TITLE RECORDING 36 WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROLLER 39 AUDIO VIDEO DUBBING 40 RECORDING TV PROGRAMS 41 VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV 42 STILL 44 FORWARD AND REVERSE SEARCH2. 53 HOW TO ORDER 53 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL This symbol warms the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock Therefore it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included Therefore it should be read carefully to avoid any problems CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Caution to the user Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 MOISTURE Moisture may occur if the video camera recorder is moved fro
3. 10 ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER EVF POSITION ADJUSTMENT 10 HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP 11 LOADING BATTERIES FOR DATE TIME AND REMOTE CONTROL 11 POWER SOURCES 12 CHECKING THE BATTERY 13 CHARGING THE BATTERY 15 INSERTION AND REMOVAL OF CASSETES 16 MAKING A SAMPLE CAMERA RECORDING 17 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS 19 DATE TIME SETTING 22 AUTO FOCUS 24 EXP
4. 44 ATTACHING THE TELE OR WIDE CONVERTER 45 CAMERA RECORDER TO VCR DUBBING 45 FLYING ERASE HEAD 46 PROGRAMME AE Auto Exposure 46 SYNCHRO EDIT 46 ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL DC CAMERA LIGHT VM CP4 48 TROUBLESHOOTING 50 HEAD CLEANING 51 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 51 SPECIFICATIONS 52 ACCESSORY TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT
5. The viewfinder in this model is of a black and white type so you cannot view the special effect color in it It is best to check the effects provided by the digital filter on your TV screen in advance before recording with them ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER EIS 30 ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER EIS This function corrects slight shaking of the image in the following record modes Recording by zooming up to a distant subject Recording by approaching a small subject Recording while walking around Recording in a vehicle or recording a subject behind the window of a vehicle 1 Press the EIS button to engage the electronic image stabilizer and to display the EIS indicator Press the button again to switch off this function 2 Press the start stop button to start recording EIS corrects slight shaking of the image when is displayed NOTES Shaking of the image appears in the viewfinder with a slight delay EIS may not operate correctly when a wide or teleconverter lens is used MACRO 31 MACRO It permits you to shoot objects as close as 3 8 inch from the lens tip Press and hold W side of power zoom switch An object is auto focused NOTES Determine the size of the object by moving the camera backward and forward Be careful as the lighting tends to be insufficient when shooting in the above conditions SECOND CLOCK SETTING 32 SECOND CLOCK SETTING Sinc
6. NOTES Do not touch the lamp directly with your fingers It may shorten its service life When the lamp is replaced or when the front case of the camera light is removed make sure the front case is attached to the camera light properly TROUBLESHOOTING 50 TROUBLESHOOTING Your camera recorder is a highly sophisticated instrument It has been carefully checked and adjusted at the factory under the mose rigid quality control and inspection systems However should problems develop check the following points and take necessary corrective measures INSERTING OR REMOVING THE CASSETTE Symptom Check Point amp Correction Cassette holder cannot be opened when you slide EJECT button Connect the power source Cassette cannot be inserted into cassette compartment Load cassette in direction indicated by arrow on cassette Cassette window must be toward outside CAMERA RECORDING Symptom Check Point amp Correction Picture does not appear in the viewfinder Remove the lens cap Slide the power switch to CAMERA Disconnect the AV input cable from the camera recorder The camera recorder cannot go into the recording mode even when the start stop button is pressed Check the record protect tab on the cassette Make sure that the FOCUS M does not appear in the viewfinder If it is displayed press Focus select button to erase it Picture is out of focus Auto Focus does not operate if
7. Dangerous includes Inside a car with the windows closed and in direct sunshine Near heating appliances Do not leave the viewfinder lens facing sunlight for a prolonged period or the phosphorescent surface of the cathode ray tube may be damaged Thank you for buying the video camera recorder For maximun pleasure and convenience please read these simple instructions before operating your camera recorder WARNING Many television programs and films are copyrighted In certain circumstances copyright law may apply to private in home video taping of copyrighted materials FEATURES 5 FEATURES Hi8 Fade in Fade out Electronic Image Stabilizer EIS Auto Focus Power Zoom Lens with macro feature Digital Filter Flying Erase Head Digital Zoom up to X16 Time and date Solid state camera pickup Titler Program AE Auto Exposure Wireless Remote Control ACCESSORIES Check that you have the following components and accessories besides the camera recorder unit itself before disposing of the packing material 1 AV Stereo Output Cord with S plug 2 Battery Pack 3 AC Adapter Charger 4 Wireless Remote Controller 5 Shoulder Strap 6 External Power Adapter 7 Batteries for Date Time and Wireless Remote Controller 8 RF Output Adapter 9 75 ohm Coaxial Cable 10 Video Owner s Manual This is a VHS cassette tape which includes instruction on how to operate your VM H38A camer
8. the counter indicates the elapsed time NOTE Counter changes to 0 00 00 when cassette is ejected MEMORY 34 MEMORY When the linear time counter with memory indication appears in the viewfinder a tape that is being rewound automatically stops when the counter reads approximately 0 00 00 M This is useful if there is a section of tape you want to review immediately after recording or if you want to return to the same point several times in a row 1 Press DISPLAY button until the linear time counter with memory is displayed 2 Start playing or recording a tape 3 At the point you want playback to start press RESET button to reset the counter to 0 00 00 M 4 Continue to play or record 5 Press STOP button 6 Press REW button The tape will be rewound to the preselected point at approximately 0 00 00 M indication NOTE The tape will also stop approximately at 0 00 00 M during fast forward mode INSTANT REVIEW 35 INSTANT REVIEW 1 In record pause stand by mode press REVIEW button and the last few seconds of the recorded scene is played back in the reverse direction and then played back in the forward direction 2 When the tape reaches the end of the scene you have just recorded the camera recorder returns to the record pause stand by mode Recording starts again when the start stop button is pressed again QUICK EDIT The quick edit feature allows you to search for the end of previously
9. This page contains important safety and operating instructions for AC Adapter Charger Model VM AC 82A 2 Before using AC Adapter Charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on 1 AC Adapter Charger 2 battery and 3 product using battery 3 Also read all instructions on pages 4 and 5 4 Caution To reduce risk of injury charge only rechargeable battery VM BP82G or VM BP82 Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage 5 Do not expose charger to rain or snow 6 Use of an attachment nor recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons 7 To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger 8 Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress 9 Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug replace them immediately 10 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If extension cord must be used make sure A The pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger B That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and C That wire size should be met below Minimum AWG size Length of extension cord feet 18 Equal to or less than
10. a special effects filter is attached RECORDING TV PROGRAMS OFF THE AIR Symptom Check Point amp Correction The camera recorder can not be set to the recording mode even when the start sop button on the camera recorder is pressed Check the record protect tab on the cassette Set the power switch to CAMERA position Connect the camera recorder and TV or VCR PLAYBACK OF PRE RECORDED CASSETTE Symptom Check Point amp Correction PLAY button cannot be engaged Set the power switch to VIDEO position No picture appears on television screen when PLAY button is pressed Set the television to the camera recorder channel 3 or 4 depending upon the selected channel in the RF channel select switch of RF output adapter TV is connect to the camera recorder by using RF output adapter Interference on playback picture When you see the playback picture on yourTV adjust fine tuning knob on television set to obtain best picture Picture bends at the top of the TV screen TV receiver is older type It needs to be modified to work properly with camera recorder Tape is damaged try another cassette Color of your TV screen is too bright too faint or change TV set has VIR circuit Turn off during playback HEAD CLEANING 51 DEW Symptom Check Point amp Correction DEW indication flashes in the viewfinder Condensation on the camera recorder mechanism wait until th
11. and time can be recorded on your tapes to act as a handy reference when viewing them at a later time Use the following procedure to set up this display for the current date and time 1 Load the camera recorder s date time battery as described on page 10 2 Press and hold small red button in the power switch and then slide it to CAMERA position 3 Press DATE button Date and time appear in the viewfinder and 1 flashes 4 Press F FWD button to select correct month Hold button down to advance rapidly If you go past the month you want to set press REW button When the correct month appears press STOP button 5 Press F FWD button to select correct date Hold button down to advance rapidly If you go past the date you want to set press REW button When the correct date appears press STOP button 6 Press F FWD or REW button to select year and then press STOP button 7 Press F FWD or REW button as many times as may be required to select correct hour and then press STOP button 8 Repeat step 7 to select minute and AM PM 9 After setting AM or PM press STOP button again to erase the flashing cursor and start the internal clock DATE TIME SETTING 23 NOTE The date time graphics will be recorded whenever they appear in the viewfinder To record date time graphics Press the DATE button repeatedly to select the required date time graphics in the viewfinder then strat recording The display
12. approximately 7 times faster than the normal speed to confirm the recorded contents Press PLAY button to return to normal playback mode or press STOP button to stop tape movement Also use REW button when setting the date time NOTE You can also visually scan backward when the camera recorder is in record pause stand by mode by pressing and holding this button 26 STOP Button The STOP button is used to stop playback rewind and fast forward operations The STOP button has no effect during camera record operation Also use STOP button when setting the date time 27 PAUSE Button When this button is pressed in the playback mode the tape stops and you can view a still picture When this button is pressed again the tape runs to resume playback 28 TITLE Button Press this button to create and record personalized titles on your videos with the camera recorder s built in titler See TITLE RECORDING on page 32 29 REVIEW Button Used to review the last few seconds of the recorded segment in the record pause mode IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS 21 30 RESET Button When the linear time counter is displayed in the viewfinder pressing this button resets the counter to 0 00 00 31 DISPLAY Button When this button is pressed the display in the viewfinder will change in sequence 32 DATE Button Press this button to display the date and time in the viewfinder Whenever the date and time appear in t
13. changes in the following order each time the DATE button is pressed NOTE Refer to page 29 for setting the second clock To correct date time after starting the date time 1 Press and hold DATE button and then press STOP button The month starts flashing 2 Correct the incorrect digit by using F FWD REW and STOP buttons To correct date time during programming 1 Press STOP button repeatedly until the flashing cursor will be removed from the viewfinder 2 Follow steps 1 and 2 of To correct date time after starting the date time above AUTO FOCUS 24 AUTO FOCUS You can always focus the subject automatically if FOCUS M is not displayed in the viewfinder The range of subject with which auto focus can be used On T side about 3 6 feet from the lens surface to infinity On W side about 3 8 inches from the lens surface to infinity You cannot focus automatically with the following objects Focus manually 1 Objects not in the center of the viewfinder 2 Objects at far and near positions at the same time 3 Objects lit by a spotlight or neon signs etc 4 Objects behind glass with water droplets or dust on it 5 Objects with almost no difference in brightness such as a white wall 6 Objects moving rapidly 7 Dark objects EXPOSURE CORRECTION 25 MANUAL FOCUSING 1 Press FOCUS select button to display FOCUS M in the viewfinder When FOCUS M is displayed i
14. operating instructions 4 Polarized Plug This video product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure If you need an extension use a polarized cord 5 Power Sources This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your video dealer or local power company For video products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 6 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous and so are frayed power cords damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs They may result in a shock or fire hazard Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation 7 Power Cord Protection Power
15. recorded material or find a particular spot on your tape to begin your editing or recording new material Quick edit is used while the camera recorder is in the record pause stand by mode By holding down the F FWD REW or PLAY button you can visually search or play your tape Releasing the buttons F FWD REW OR PLAY immediately stops the tape at that position EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT 36 EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT To use the electronic viewfinder without eyeglasses on adjust the diopter control for optimum focus adjustment TITLE RECORDING You can easily create and record personalized titles on your videos with the camera recorder s built in titler The titler will store 2 different title pages in memory Once a title is stored it can be displayed and recorded at anytime Each title page can contain two lines of 16 characters each The titler contains 47 different characters for creating titles Note Be sure to insert the date time battery before creating a title Creating a Title 1 Attach a power source to the camera recorder TITLE RECORDING 37 NOTE The power switch may be in either the CAMERA or VIDEO 2 Press TITLE button The flashing cursor will appear in the viewfinder 3 Press SHIFT button repeatedly to move the flashing cursor to the place you want to begin your title 4 Select the first character for your title by pressing the or button repeatedly until the desired character appe
16. recorder will be now in the stop mode VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV 42 VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV To play back a tape recorded on your camera recorder and view it on your TV receiver you must connect the camera recorder to the TV receiver using either AV stereo output cord provided or RF output adapter provided Example 1 If your TV is already connected to the VCR 1 Connect the AV stereo output cord provided to AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN of your VCR NOTES If your VCR has a single mono audio input connect either the left or right audio plug to the audio input of the VCR If your VCR has an S VIDEO IN jack connect the S VIDEO plug black to the VCR instead of the VIDEO IN plug yellow 2 Connect the other end to the AV stereo output cord to AV IN OUT of your camera recorder 3 Select the LINE of your VCR 4 Slide EJECT switch on the camera recorder and then insert the cassette 5 Slide the power switch to VIDEO 6 Press PLAY button 7 After playing press STOP button Example 2 If your TV has VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks 1 Connect the AV stereo output cord provided to AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN of your TV NOTES If your TV has a single mono audio input connect either the left or right audio plug to the audio input on the TV If your TV has an S VIDEO IN jack connect the S VIDEO plug black to the TV instead of the VIDEO IN p
17. to stop copying the tape at a certain point turn on the camera recorder s memory stop feature and set the camera recorder s time counter to 0 00 00M at the point on the tape where you want to stop copying When the camera recorder reaches 0 00 00M on the tape it will automatically stop the VCR from recording and put the VCR in the record pause mode ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL DC CAMERA LIGHT VM CP4 48 ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL DC CAMERA LIGHT VM CP4 Use the DC camera light if you wish to shoot objects in dark places CAUTION The front and lamp of the DC camera light become very hot during use of the camera light or immediately after use Be careful that your hand or hair does not touch them NOTES When the DC camera light is used the operation time of the camera recorder becomes short even if a fully charged battry pack is attached When the camera recorder is turned on a voltage is always generated at the installation terminal of the DC camera light Never touch this terminal 1 Make sure that a fully charged battery pack or AC adapter charger is attached 2 Check that the camera recorder is turned off 3 Attach the DC camera light to the camera light shoe 4 Turn on power of the camera recorder and then press operate button of the DC camera light when required NOTE Turn on the camera light only when you need it because the operation time of the battery pack becomes shorter when the light is on 5 To remove t
18. 100 16 Equal to or less than 150 11 Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way take it to a qualified serviceman 12 Do not disassemble charger take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire 13 To reduce risk of electric shock unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Hi8 10 Hi8 has realized high resolution and high picture quality when compared to the standard format Compatibilty with conventional video camera recorder video cassettes are recorded in the format when the switch of this camera recorder is set to AUTO and recorded in the format when it is set to OFF video cassettes are recorded in the format regardless of the position of the switch During playback the recording format is discriminated automatically and video cassettes are played back correctly regardless of the position of the switch Video cassettes recorded in the format cannot be played back by an VCR EL
19. 11 Infrared Ray Receiver Receives infrared rays from the remote control provided 12 Record Indicator This indicator lights up to indicate that the camera recorder is recording 13 Eye Cup Pull out the eye cup all the way when using it and adjust the diopter control so that the subject is seen most clearly in the viewfinder Always push in the eye cup after use Right side Rear Illustration 14 Diopter Control To use the electronic viewfinder without eyeglasses on turn this control ring for your optimum focus adjustment 15 Start Stop Button This button is used to control the camera recorder When the power switch is set to CAMERA position pressing this button starts the tape to begin recording REC appears in the viewfinder When this button is pressed again PAUSE appears instead of REC and the tape stops and the camera recorder enters the record pause stand by mode 16 Power Zoom Switch This switch performs zooming electronically W Picture becomes wider gradually T Picture becomes telescopic gradually 17 Camera Light Shoe Used to attach the camera light IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS 20 18 AV IN OUT Jack Behind the door Use the RF output adapter provided to connect this jack to a TV to view the pictures played back by the camera recorder Use the AV input cord provided to connect this jack to a TV or VCR to record pictures from the VCR or TV 19 Hand Strap Adjust to best fit your ha
20. ECIFICATIONS General Power requirements 6V DC Power consumption 7 2W When FOCUS M is displayed in the viewfinder Dimensions 3 1 8 W x 4 1 8 H x 9 3 8 D 80 5 W x 104 H x 238 D mm Weight 1 3 lbs 580 g without battery pack lens hood lens cap hand strap s pad lithium battery and cassette Operating temperature 32 F 104 F Storage temperature 4 F 140 F Video Recorder Section Format 8mm Record playback system Four video record playback heads Video signal EIA standard NTSC color Tape speed 14 3mm sec Video input 1 0Vp p 75 ohm Video output 1 0Vp p 75 ohm Audio input 7 8dBs 316 m Vrms Audio output 7 8dBs 316 m Vrms Fast forward rewind time Less than 8 minutes with P6 120 cassette Camera Section Scanning 525 lines 60 fields 30 frames Required minimum illumination 2 lux Pickup device 1 3 C C D Lens diameter 34mm For U S A only HITACHI Service Hotline To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U S A DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week 24 hours a day 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit However should you require service a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance Our service Hotline operator wi
21. ECTRONIC VIEWFINDER EVF POSITION ADJUSTMENT Adjust the electronic viewfinder to a position where you can see through it easily NOTE Put the viewfinder back to the original position when storing the camera recorder into the carrying case or carrying the camera recorder HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP 11 HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP Attach the shoulder strap provided as illustrated LOADING BATTERIES FOR DATE TIME AND REMOTE CONTROL You may want to install the date time and remote control batteries provided immediately to prevent misplacing them For date time 1 Pull the battery holder 2 Insert the date time battery with the terminal facing up 3 Fully insert the battery hjolder into the camera recorder For remote control 1 Pull the battery holder from the remote control provided 2 Place the battery as illustrated and then attach the holder to the remote control POWER SOURCES 12 NOTES When replacing the batteries use 3V micro lithium cell such as Maxell CR2025 or equivalent Instructions for setting the date and time are on page 22 You can do that later if desired after you re more familiar with your camera recorder Dispose of battery safely and in accordance with local laws Do not dispose of in fire WARNING Keep this battery away from children If swallowed consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment POWER SOURCES WHEN USING WITH THE BATTER
22. OSURE CORRECTION 25 POWER ZOOM 26 DIGITAL ZOOM 27 FADE IN FADE OUT 28 DIGITAL FILTER 29 ELECTRONIC IMAGE STABILIZER EIS 30 MACRO 31 SECOND CLOCK SETTING 32 DISPLAY BUTTON 33 LINEAR TIME COUNTER 33 MEMORY
23. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 HITACHI Instruction Manual 8mm Video Camera Recorder VM H38A Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc HITACHI HSC CANADA INC 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd Norcross GA 30093 3300 Trans Canada Highway Pointe Claire Tel 404 279 5600 Quebec H9R 1B1 CANADA Tel 514 697 9150 HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII INC 3219 Koapaka Street Honolulu Hawaii 96819 Tel 808 836 3621 E145554 E72118 P4707229 Hitachi Ltd 1992 Printed in Japan KF TF N TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 3 FEATURES 5 ACCESSORIES 5 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER CHARGER 9 Hi8
24. The camera recorder will now record as normal NOTE If you are planning to video tape an event you must prepare your titles in advance then by pressing TITLE button superimpose the title over the scene as it s being recorded You cannot go back and record titles over existing video without erasing the previously recorded material Recording Titles on Another VCR while playing a Tape Back with the Camera Recorder 1 Connect the camera recorder and VCR See page 40 2 Select the title you wish to record from page 1 or page 2 The last title selected will appear first Press TITLE button to turn title off 3 Set the VCR in the recording mode and camera recorder in the playback mode 4 Press TITLE button when you see the scene where you want to record the title 5 Press TITLE button to erase the display from the viewfinder Chart of Characters available in the titler WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROLLER 39 WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROLLER You can operate the camera recorder with the wireless remote controller provided from a distance The buttons on the remote controller except for AV DUB button have the same functions as the buttons with the same identifications on the camera recorder Aim the remote controller at the receiver of the camera recorder Remote controllable range Cautions on the remote controller Use the remote controller indoors When the infrared ray receiver is exposed to direct sunlight or strong light such a
25. Y provided NOTE The battery must be charged before it can be used for the first time Refer to CHARGING THE BATTERY on page 14 1 Push the BATT EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and hold it then open the grip cover 2 To attach the battery align the mark on the battery with that of the camera recorder 3 Hold the battery flush against the camera recorder and slide it in the direction of the arrow 4 Close the grip cover To remove the battery 1 Push and hold BATT EJECT lever then open the grip cover 2 Slide the battery downward and off CHECKING THE BATTERY 13 WHEN USING WITH THE AC ADAPTER CHARGER provided 1 Plug the AC adapter charger power cord into an AC electrical output the POWER indicator on the AC adapter charger will come on 2 Attach the external power adapter provided to the camera recorder as shown in the figure Align the marks and hold the external power adapter flush against the camera recorder Then attach it using the same procedure used when attaching the battery 3 Connect the external power adapter plug to the DC OUTPUT jack of the AC adapter charger 4 To remove the external power adapter from the camera recorder perform the same procedure as when removing the battery NOTES This AC adapter charger is universal around the world If you use the camera recorder in some foreign countries an AC plug adapter not supplied may be necessary When using
26. a recorder This tape covers the basic operations of this model and some ideas on how to make better recordings NOTES This unit uses video format cassettes It records and plays back in the SP mode 14 3 mm sec It cannot record and play back in the LP mode 7 2 mm sec This camera recorder uses a Hi Fi stereo sound system When a tape recorded by this camera recorder is played by a conventional 8mm camera recorder monaural sound is output When a tape recorded by a conventional 8mm camera recorder is played by this machine monaural sound is output IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 6 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument But safety is your responsibility too This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a Video Camera Recorder and accessory equipment Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference INSTALLATION 1 Read and Follow Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated Follow all operating and use instructions 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the
27. ars NOTE Each title can contain up to two lines of 16 characters each A chart showing the characters contained in the titler is located on page 33 5 After you have selected the first character press SHIFT button to move the flashing cursor to the place you want the next character 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed the title NOTE Character may flash however it will be recorded correctly without the flashing 7 After completeing your title press PAGE button and create the title on another title page 8 After creating the title press TITLE button to remove the title graphics from the viewfinder Now title graphics is stored in memory Correcting Errors During Title Storage 1 Press SHIFT button repeatedly until the character to be corrected will flash 2 Press either or button until the correct character appears TITLE RECORDING 38 NOTE The corrected character may flash however it will be recorded correctly without flashing Recording Titles on a Tape in the Camera Recorder 1 Slide the power switch to VIDEO 2 Locate the position on the tape that you wish to record the title 3 Slide the power switch to CAMERA 4 Press TITLE button to display the title graphics 5 Press PAGE button until the title you wish to record appears in the viewfinder 6 Press the start stop button to start the title recording 7 Press TITLE button to remove the title graphics from the viewfinder
28. b wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 11 Accessories Do not place this video product on an unstable card stand tripod bracket or table The video product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer 11A An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See example below EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING 13 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vi
29. cinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer USE 14 Cleaning Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 15 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product 16 Lightning For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm or when it its left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 8 SERVICE 17 Servicing Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 18 Conditions Requiring Service Unplug this video product from the wall ou
30. dicating the condition of camera recorder battery power When the battery is fully charged is displayed After several minutes the symbol will change to When the battery is very near empty the symbol will change to and start blinking You should find an alternative power source or recharge the battery before continuing to use your camera recorder CHARGING THE BATTERY 15 CHARGING THE BATTERY 1 Plug the AC adapter charger power cord into AC electrical outlet 2 Attach the battery to the AC adapter charger Align the mark on the battery with that of AC adapter charger and push the battery flush with the AC adapter charger and slide it in the direction of arrow NOTES You must remove the external power adapter from the AC adapter charger to charge the battery If the external power adapter is connected CHARGE light will flash Before charging a battery that has been used once press the refresh button to refresh the battery After refreshing is completed the CHARGE light comes on instead of the REFRESH light and charging will start automatically 3 The CHARGE light will be lit while the battery is accepting a charge and will go out when the battery is fully charged Skillful use of batteries Use batteries continuously until flashes If you use a battery for a short time and charge it immediately the usable time of the battery will be shortened NOTES 1 The time required for cha
31. e the camera recorder has a dual time feature if you go abroad to a country with a different time you can record the local time superimposed on the scene being shot 1 Press the DATE button repeatedly to select the second clock graphics in the viewfinder NOTE You cannot set the second clock without having set the first clock 2 Select the month date year following the same steps as DATE TIME SETTING on page 22 3 Select the correct hour and AM or PM and then press STOP button NOTES The minutes of the second clock can not be set They are the same as those of the first clock The first clock operates even while the second clock is being set 4 Press the DATE button to select the date time graphics you want to record The graphics change in the following order each time the button is pressed NOTES If you want to correct the second clock during programming or after starting perform the same procedure as in correcting the first clock on page 22 When you correct the minutes of the first clock the minutes of the second clock are corrected automatically DISPLAY BUTTON 33 DISPLAY BUTTON Pressing the DISPLAY button lets you check several special display in the viewfinder LINEAR TIME COUNTER Shows length of tape run in hours minutes and seconds Press DISPLAY button to select the linear time counter display Load a cassette into the camera recorder and perform recording or playback
32. e unit has reached normal room temperature and condensation has dried DEW indication will then stop flashing BATTERY CONDITION Symptom Check Point amp Correction The indication in the electronic viewfinder Try another battery or charge the battery HEAD CLEANING Dirt can accumulate on the video heads after a period of time and may cause the playback picture to become blurred or look like part of the video information is lost This does not mean that the recorded program has been erased but that head cleaning is required Use the Maxell 8M CLT or similar dry type head cleaning tape to clean the video heads If the picture does not clear up after using the head cleaning tape professional cleaning by a service technician may be necessary Consult your nearest dealer or VCR service center for head cleaning PERIODIC MAINTENANCE The video camera recorder is a precision electromechanical device which will require periodic maintenance after a period of normal use We expect that no other maintenance other than head cleaning will be required during the period by most users unless the video camera recorder is heavily or seldom used Normal maintenance is the responsibility of the user although defective parts are covered during the warranty period Consult your VCR service center to determine recommendations for normal maintenance based on your location use patterns and machine age SPECIFICATIONS 52 SP
33. ght audio plug to audio input on the VCR 2 Insert the recorded tape into the camera recorder 3 Insert the blank tape into the recording VCR 4 Press PLAY button on the camera recorder and the press PAUSE button where you want to copy 5 Press RECORD button on the VCR The VCR automatically enters record pause mode NOTE If the VCR begins to record instead of pausing you will need to change the position of the switch on the synchro edit cord Stop the VCR change the switch and then press RECORD button on the VCR again SYNCHRO EDIT 47 6 Pressing REVIEW button on the camera recorder puts the camera recorder in the preview mode for several seconds and then into the playback mode The recording VCR starts recording automatically 7 Pressing REW F FWD STOP or PAUSE on the camera recorder automatically put the VCR into the record pause mode This allows you to search forward or backward fast forward or rewind the tape in the camera recorder without disturbing the tape in the VCR To search forward or backward press F FWD or REW button When you press PLAY button the camera recorder will resume normal playback To begin copying again press PAUSE button and then the REVIEW button To fast forward or rewind the tape press STOP then F FWD or REW To begin copying again press STOP then PLAY then PAUSE to pause the camera recorder and REVIEW to begin copying 8 If you want
34. gital zoom feature Usually press this button so that ZM 1 appears in the viewfinder See DIGITAL ZOOM on page 25 3 EIS Electronic Image Stabilizer Button Press to display hand in the viewfinder EIS corrects slight shaking of the image to be recorded 4 B Back LIGHT Button When the subject is lit from behind press and hold this button to compensate for the back lighting 5 Cassette Holder Slide EJECT switch to open the cassette holder Be aware of the cassette direction when inserting NOTE Power source must be connected to open the cassette holder 6 FADE Button During recording you can add a professional touch to your recordings by fading in and out of scenes You can select the three fade modes the white fade wipe fade and zoom fade 7 Focus Control For manual focusing rotate this control to bring the subject into focus 8 FOCUS Select Button Press this button to switch between automatic and manual focusing If this buttons is pressed and FOCUS M appears in the viewfinder the camera recorder enters the manual focus mode When FOCUS M is not displayed focusing is automatic 9 D FILTER Digital Filter Button Press for a special effect recording by changing the tone If you press this button to display in the viewfinder and start recording for example the picture will be recorded in sepia 10 Stereo Microphone Sensitive to source coming from the direction in which the camera is pointed
35. he camera light depress the light to release the tab from the hook and then move the light in the direction of the arrow NOTES Never touch the terminal of the DC camera light with your hand or short it using metal When the camera light is on do not allow water to drop on the light When the camera light is on avoid subjecting the camera light to impacts or sharp vibrations Do not allow the cooling vents to become blocked Also do not cover the camera light with paper or other objects since the air flow will be interrupted resulting in possible overheating hazard Never use the camera light in the vicinity of explosive or highly inflammable materials When storing the camera light in the camera case following use be sure to allow it sufficient time to fully cool down before placing it in the case Replace only with VM CP4L lamp optional accessory to reduce the risk of fire To replace the lamp of the camera light Turn the front case in the direction of the arrow to remove it Remove the lamp in the direction of the arrow Install a new lamp into the camera light ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL DC CAMERA LIGHT VM CP4 49 securely by aligning the recess of the lamp and the mark of the light Press the lamp through the hole of the reflective place and re attach the front case to the camera light by aligning the marks of the front case and camera light then turn the case in the direction of the arrow
36. he viewfinder they will be recorded on the tape 33 EJECT Button Operates with the power on or off if a power source is connected to the camera recorder 34 Switch Use to select or normal for recording This switch has no effect during playback Normally set it to AUTO appears in the viewfinder when the camera recorder is recording or playing in mode 35 Grip Cover Open this cover when attaching the battery or external power adapter 36 MIC Switch This switch is used to reduce noise that occurs due to wind Place the switch in the NORM position for normal use 37 Tripod Mount Screw Use this screw to mount the camera recorder on a tripod generally available 38 BATT Battery EJECT Lever Move this lever to open the grip cover when attaching the battery or external power adapter to the camera recorder or detaching it 39 Camera Recorder Control Buttons These shaded buttons on the remote control function the same as those on the camera recorder 40 PAUSE START STOP Button When this button is pressed during recording the tape stops and the camera recorder enters the record pause stand by mode When this button is pressed again the tape runs to resume recording This button may also be used to display a still picture during playback mode 41 AV DUB Button This button is used to record new audio and video in place of existing audio and video DATE TIME SETTING 22 DATE TIME SETTING 1The date
37. ll direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility nearest you Just present proof of purchase and or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide Should you have any questions regarding in warranty service operation or technical assistance please contact Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd Norcross GA 30093 Tel 404 279 5600 Hitachi Sales Corporation of Hawaii 3219 Koapaka St Honolulu HI 96819 Tel 808 836 3621 ACCESSORY TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT 53 ACCESSORY TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT You re ready to add more excitement to your home videos and Hitachi s right there with you With our new line of video accessories you can go anywhere your imagination takes you Now that you know how much fun video recording can be you ll want to add new dimensions to your home videos With converter lenses adaptors extra OPTIONAL ACCESSORY chart If you want to place an order for these items you can 1 Call the toll free number 1 800 HITACHI 2 Mail to HITACHI with attached form See page 49 More Optional Accessories HOW TO ORDER U S A only BY PHONE To place an order by phone have your VISA MASTERCARD or AMERICAN EXPRESS card ready and call Hitachi s toll free number anytime 24 Hrs day 7 days a week 1 800 HITACHI BY MAIL To place your
38. lug yellow 2 Connect the other end of the AV stereo output cord to AV IN OUT of your camera recorder 3 Turn on TV 4 Perform same procedures in steps 4 through 7 of Example 1 above VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV 43 Example 3 If your TV is a regular TV Camera hookup to regular TV Illustration 1 Disconnect the VHF antenna leads from the rear of the TV receiver NOTE Leave the UHF antenna leads connected to the TV 2 Connect the VHF antenna lead to IN FROM ANT on the RF output adapter If the cable is round 75 ohm it will connect direcly to the IN FROM ANT If it is the flat type 300 ohm connect it to the antenna adapter 300 ohm to 75 ohm and slip the adapter on to the IN FROM ANT terminal 3 Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable to OUT TO TV on the RF output adapter 4 Connect the other end of the VHF antenna terminal on the TV as illustrated 5 Connect the connector cable from RF output adapter to AV IN OUT jack on the camera recorder 6 Turn on the TV and set to channel 3 unless channel 3 is one of the TV stations in your area If channel 3 is used in your area set your TV to channel 4 7 Set the RF channel select switch on the RF output adapter to CH3 or CH4 to match the channel selector on your TV 8 Perform same procedures in steps 4 through 7 of Example 1 NOTE If you want to watch a TV program with camera recorder connected as illustrated slide the power switch of the ca
39. m a cold area to a warm humid area A flashing DEW indication in the viewfinder indicates that moisture has condensed on the recorder mechanism which could result in tape damage Since condensation builds up gradually the indication does not appear immediately when condensation starts When the temperature or humidity of the room changes abruptly turn the power on and check that the DEW indication does not appear then wait for about an hour for safety before using the camera recorder When the DEW indication in the viewfinder is flashing the unit will not operate When this happens slide the EJECT switch remove the tape and wait for the moisture to dry the DEW indication in the viewfinder will stop flashing PRECAUTIONS Any problems that occur as a result of any of the following conditions will not be covered by our warranty Be careful that no water dust or sand enters the camera recorder When you are not using the camera recorder switch off the power and attach the lens cap When you shoot at a scene which contains an extremely bright object such as the sun or a light source a bright vertical bar may appear in the picture Your camera recorder is functioning properly but the solid state pickup device C C D usually causes this as an inherent characteristic Try to avoid shooting an excessively bright object directly Be sure not to leave it in a place where the temperature exceeds 120 F or the pickup device may be damaged
40. mera recorder to off STILL 44 STILL When PAUSE button is pressed during playback a still picture can be seen To start again press PAUSE button and playback will be resumed NOTES There will be some noise interference in the still picture If the play pause mode continues for more than 5 minutes the camera recorder will automatically enter the stop mode to protect the tape from damage FORWARD AND REVERSE SEARCH When you press F FWD or REW button during playback the tape will be played back at a speed about 9 times forward search or 7 times reverse search faster than the normal playback speed and you can easily locate a certain spot on the tape Press PLAY button to return to normal playback mode or press STOP button to stop tape movement NOTES There will be some noise interference in the forward or reverse search pictures while visually scanning ATTACHING THE TELE OR WIDE CONVERTER 45 ATTACHING THE TELE OR WIDE CONVERTER 1 To remove the lens hood turn it counterclockwise 2 Remove both caps of the tele or wide converter 3 Screw the lens into the threads on the front of video camera recorder lens assembly CAMERA RECORDER TO VCR DUBBING If you wish to exchange or copy some of your friend s favorite home recordings the following instructions can be used to connect camera recorder to VCR for this purpose Camera to VCR dubbing hookup Illustration 1 Connect the AV s
41. n the viewfinder you can adjust the focus manually When FOCUS select button is pressed again FOCUS M disappears and camera returns to the auto focus mode 2 Zoom in on the object by pressing the power zoom switch on the T side 3 Turn the focus control to focus on the object NOTE If focusing is performed without zooming up first the picture may become out of focus thwn the zoom up is done during actual picture taking 4 Then zoom back the object as desired NOTE After using the manual focus press FOCUS select button to switch off FOCUS M in the viewfinder EXPOSURE CORRECTION This camera recorder is provided with an auto iris mechanism which automatically adjusts the lens aperature in accordance with the available light When the object is dark the iris opens automatically and it closes when the object is bright When the power is switched off the iris is automatically set to the fully closed position When the background is brightly lit and the subject appears too dark press and hold down B LIGHT button during recording While B LIGHT button is depressed you can correct the back light POWER ZOOM 26 POWER ZOOM Press power zoom switch on the W side and the picture gradually widens Press power zoom switch on the T side and the picture gradually becomes telescopic DIGITAL ZOOM 27 DIGITAL ZOOM This feature allows you to increase the magnification of the image at the cente
42. n the viewfinder starts flashing when there is less than about three minutes recording time lef ton the cassette If the record pause mode continues for more than 5 minutes the camera recorder s power is automatically turned off To turn on again press the Start Stop button The camera recorder enters record pause stand by mode 8 After recording slide the power switch to VIDEO and the camera recorder will now be in the stop mode 9 Press REW button The tape will be rewound to the beginning 10 Press PLAY button The picture you just recorded will be seen through the viewfinder MAKING A SAMPLE CAMERA RECORDING 18 NOTE If you connect the camera recorder to your TV you can see the picture played back on your TV Refer to VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV on page 37 11 After playing press STOP button 12 Slide the power switch to OFF and then slide EJECT switch to remove cassette 13 Always remove the power source from the camera recorder after use See POWER SOURCES on page 11 NOTE If you have a cassette tape that has already been partially recorded on and you want to record the remaining blank section see QUICK EDIT on page 31 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS 19 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS Left side Illustration 1 Lens F1 4 6 48mm 8 1 power zoom lens features auto focus and auto iris functions 2 ZOOM MODE Button Use this button to switch the di
43. nd 20 Power Supply Attachment Section Attach the battery provided or external power adapter provided here 21 Date Time Battery Compartment Pull the battery holder and install the date time battery provided Bottom view Remote Control Illustration 22 Power Switch This turns the camera recorder on and off and also switches between the camera and VCR modes Set the switch to CAMERA to turn the camera s power on and to VIDEO to turn the VCR s power Press and hold the small red button in the switch to switch it 23 PLAY Button Used for playback of tapes NOTE When the camera recorder is in record pause stand by mode pressing and holding this button will play the tape at normal speed 24 F FWD Button Press this button during stop or rewind mode and fast forwarding starts Press the button during playback of tape and the tape is played back in the forward direction approximately 9 times faster than the normal speed to confirm the recorded content Press PLAY button to return to normal playback mode or press STOP button to stop tape movement Also use F FWD button when setting the date time NOTE You can also visually scan forward when the camera recorder is in record pause stand by mode by pressing and holding this button 25 REW Button Press this button during stop or fast forward mode and fast rewinding starts Press the button during playback of tape and the tape is played back in the rewind direction
44. order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S currency payable to HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC to the following address HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC PARTS DIVISION 401 WEST ARTESIA BLVD COMPTON CA 90220
45. ou fade into a scene the recording will start with a blank scene and the picture will gradually appear The picture gradually disappears when fading out There are three fade modes NOTE Both picture and sound will gradually appear and disappear The fade speed is automatically controlled by the camera recorder To select the fade mode Each time the button is pressed the FADE mode is switched and displayed in the viewfinder The last mode selected will appear first White Fade fading in out from to a white picture Wipe Fade fading in out from to a black picture Zoom Fade fading in out while zooming FADE IN 1 Press the FADE button before recording to select the fade mode 2 Press the start stop button to start recording The picture fades in automatically and recording starts FADE OUT 1 While the camera recorder is recording press the FADE button to select the fade mode 2 Press the start stop button to stop recording The picture fades out automatically and recording stops DIGITAL FILTER 29 DIGITAL FILTER This function changes the picture that is being recorded to monochrome sepia and sunset for special effect recording Press the D FILTER button to select the required recording mode and then start recording Each time the D FILTER button is pressed the recording mode is switched The last mode selected will appear first Three special effect recording modes are available Notes
46. r of the screen up to 2 or 8 times greater than the extreme telephoto position 1 Press ZOOM MODE button to select ZM 1 or ZM 2 The display in the viewfinder will change as follows each time the button is pressed 2 Press and hold T side of the power zoom switch The digital zoom functions from the extremely telephoto position of X8 ZM 1 enlarges the image from X8 to X16 ZM 2 enlarges the image from X8 to X64 and adds mosaic special effect ZM 2 with 16X9 enlarges the image from X8 to X64 and adds mosaic special effect It also reduces the image width so the playback picture will just fit into a 16X9 TV screen Note Recording in the ZM 2 with 16X9 mode allows playback on a tv with a 16 9 aspect ratio If you play it on a conventional TV with the 4 3 aspect ratio the picture becomes thinner You can control the digital enlargement ratio by pressing the T or W side of the power zoom switch When the zoom ratio falls below X8 the normal zooming function is restored NOTE If you select a zoom ratio over X8 it is displayed in the viewfinder At X36 for example X36 is displayed 3 After using the digital zoom feature press the ZOOM MODE button to select either display or above If display is selected the picture image in the viewfinder is different from the subject being shot FADE IN FADE OUT 28 FADE IN FADE OUT This feature lest you add a professional touch to your home recordings When y
47. rection of the arrow until the red tab is completely visible To record on the cassette again slide the record protect tab in the direction of the arrow The red tab will disappear behingd the cassette case MAKING A SAMPLE CAMERA RECORDING 17 MAKING A SAMPLE CAMERA RECORDING 1 Connect the POWER SOURCE See pages 11 and 12 2 Slide EJECT switch and insert tha cassette so the transparent window is toward you and the arrow toward the cassette holder Slide the cassette into cassette holder as far as it will go NOTE If the power source is not connected to the camera recorder the cassette holder will not open 3 Press the cassette holder The holder will latch in the operating position 4 Set the switch to AUTO 5 Slide the power switch to CAMERA The camera recorder will enter record pause mode automatically NOTES If the red record protect tab on the cassette is closed the TAPE indication in the viewfinder flashes for several seconds and the camera recorder will not enter the record pause mode 6 Now press the Start Stop button to start shooting the picture REC indication appears in the viewfinder You are now recording the picture you see through the viewfinder 7 Press the Start Stop button to stop recording Press the button again to resume recording The PAUSE indication appears in the viewfinder instead of REC in the record pause stand by mode NOTES The TAPE END indication i
48. rging the battery is approx one hour 2 When fully charged the battery should supply approx 50 minutes of operating time depending on how much you use zoom and pause 3 If you repeatedly charge a battery which is not completely discharged the useable time of the battery will become shorter Refresh such a battery before charging it 4 It takes about 4 hours to refresh a fully charged battery VM BP82G 5 Charge the battery before use and store it at normal room temperature 6 The battery should be charged at a temperature of 32 F 95 F 0 C 35 C to prevent damage 7 Do not operate the battery at temperatures below 14 F 10 C or above 95 F 35 C The battery may be damaged if operated at temperatures above 122 F 50 C Operation time will decrease at extremely low temperatures 8 After repeated shargings and use the operation time will gradually decrease When operation time becomes too short to be useful it is time to replace the battery 9 If the POWER light on the AC adapter charger starts flashing remove the battery and then reattach it If after several attempts the POWER light contimues to flash this means your battery cannot take a charge and must be replaced with a new one The POWER light will also flash it a hot battery is attached to the AC adapter charger Attaching an extremely hot battery to the AC adapter charger is not recommended it should be allowed to cool down before being attached 10 Do not sho
49. rt the battery s terminal 11 Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery There are no user serviceable parts inside 12 Throwing the battery into a fire or exposing the battery to excessive heat over 149 F 65 C could be hazardous 13 Set the mark switch of any battery which has already been charged to red as shown in the figure This lets you discriminate between charged and uncharged batteries easily INSERTION AND REMOVAL OF CASSETES 16 INSERTION AND REMOVAL OF CASSETES Before inserting or removing a cassette be sure to connect the power source When a power source is connected the cassette can be ejected and removed whether the power is on or off Insertion 1 Slide the EJECT switch The cassette door will open 2 Insert a cassette so the transparent window is toward you and the arrow toward the cassette holder Slide the cassette into cassette holder as far as it will go 3 Press the cassette holder Push the section of the holder marked PUSH until a click is heard The camera recorder will automatically close the top of the cassette compartment Do not press the door down or you may damage your camera recorder Removal Slide the EJECT switch and remove the cassette 8mm Video Cassette An 8mm Video Cassette has a record protect tab on the side of the cassette that can be slid to prevent accidental erasure of recorded material To prevent accidental erasure slide the record protect tab in the di
50. s that from artificial lighting the remote controller may not operate correctly The remote control code of this camera recorder is VCR2 If the remote control code of your VCR is the same VCR2 the VCR may malfunction when this remote controller is used AUDIO VIDEO DUBBING 40 AUDIO VIDEO DUBBING Audio video dubbing lets you record new audio and video from another VCR on a previously recorded tape in the camera recorder Audio video dubbing hookup Illustration NOTES If your VCR has a single mono audio output connect either the left or right audio plug to the audio output of the VCR If no video and audio plugs are connected new audio and video from the camera recorder s built in microphone and camera is dubbed onto the tape If the AV dub pause mode continues for more than 5 minutes the camera recorder will automatically enter the stop mode to protect the tape from damage If your TV has an S VIDEO IN jack connect the S VIDEO plug black to the TV instead of the VIDEO IN plug yellow 1 Insert a recorded tape Be sure that the red record protect tab is not closed 2 Slide the power switch to VIDEO 3 Aim the remote controller at the receiver of the camera recorder 4 Press PLAY button and then REW or F FWD button to search to the approximate area on the tape where you want to begin your dub 5 Press PLAY button again to search for the exact position that you want to stop dubbing
51. supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance 8 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This video product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer s instructions have been followed 9 Attachments Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 7 Caution Maintain electrical safety Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire If in doubt contact qualified service personnel 10 Water and Moisture Do not use this video product near water for example near a bath tu
52. tereo output cord to AV IN OUT of your camera recorder 2 Connect the other ends to AUDIO IN VIDEO IN of your VCR as shown in diagram above NOTE If your VCR has a single mono audio input connect either the left or right audio plug to the audio input on the VCR 3 Play the tape on the camera recorder and record it on the VCR NOTE If you connect the VHF OUT TO TV connector of VCR to the TV ANT connector as illustrated and set VCR TV selector of the VCR to VCR mode the picture being dubbed by VCR can be monitored FLYING ERASE HEAD 46 FLYING ERASE HEAD A rotating erase head which elminates glitches and rainbow noise that occurs at the joints between recorded segments PROGRAMME AE Auto Exposure Programme AE automatically selects the shutter speed 1 60 1 100 1 120 or 1 250 second that is optimum for the brightness of the subject The iris is also adjusted automatically in response to the shutter speed SYNCHRO EDIT Synchro edit allows your camera recorder to control a compatible VCR one that has a camera pause jack while tapes are being copied from the camera recorder to the VCR This is convenient when you want to record only selected segments from a previously recorded tape Synchro edit hookup Illustration 1 Connect your camera recorder to a compatible VCR as shown above An optional synchro edit cord is required NOTE If your VCR has a single mono audio input connect either the left or ri
53. the AC adapter charger to power the camera recorder the battery level indicator may display This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the Ac adapter charger to power the camera recorder WHEN USING WITH THE CAR BATTERY by using optional car battery cord Hitachi VM CC80A 1 Connect the car battery cord to the car s cigarette lighter socket 2 Connect the external power adapter provided to the camera recorder as illustrated Attach it by the same procedure as when attaching the battery 3 Connect the small plug of the external power adapter to DC OUTPUT of the car battery cord NOTES The car battery cord is designed to be used only with automobiles having a 12 24 volt negative ground system To prevent fire or shock hazard or damage to your camera recorder please use only Hitachi s car battery cord model VM CC80A NOTE Be sure to set the power switch to OFF position when attaching or detaching a power supply battery AC adapter charger etc to the camera recorder CHECKING THE BATTERY CHECKING THE BATTERY 14 When the indication appears in the viewfinder and flashes while the camera recorder is being operated with a battery provided it indicates that the battery charge is low Charge it or replace it with a charged battery NOTE Whenever the linear time counter is present in the viewfinder the battery level indicator is displayed in the viewfinder in
54. then press PAUSE button 6 Press DISPLAY button so that the linear time counter with memory appears and then press COUNTER RESET button to set the counter reading to 0 00 00M 7 Press REW button to rewind the tape to the approximate position that you want to start dubbing 8 Press PLAY button and when the exact position that you start to dub is reached press PAUSE button 9 Press and hold the A V DUB button and then press the PLAY button A V DUB PAUSE appears in the viewfinder and at the same time the picture to be dubbed appears 10 Press PAUSE button again A V dubbing will start and will stop when the counter reads 0 00 00M RECORDING TV PROGRAMS 41 RECORDING TV PROGRAMS If your TV or VCR has video audio out jacks you can record the TV program with camera recorder Recording TV programs Illustration 1 Connect the AV input cord to AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT of your TV or VCR 2 Connect the other end to AV IN OUT of camera recorder 3 Insert the cassette NOTE Power source must be connected to the camera recorder 4 Slide the power switch of the camera recorder to CAMERA 5 Turn on your TV or VCR and tune it to the channel you wish to record 6 Press the start stop button to start recording You are now recording the programme you can see on your TV screen 7 Press the start stop button once again to stop recording 8 After recording slide the power switch to VIDEO and the camera
55. tlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the video product c If the video product has been exposed to rain or water d If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation e If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 19 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire electric shock or other hazards 20 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER CHARGER 9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER CHARGER 1 Save these instructions
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