Hitachi VM-3800A Camcorder User Manual
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1. Your camcorder is functioning properly but the solid state pickup device CCD usually causes this as an inherent characteristic Try to avoid shooting an excessive bright object directly Be sure not to leave the camcorder in a place where the temperature exceeds 140 deg F 60 deg C or the pickup device may be damaged Dangerous includes Do not point the electronic viewfinder to direct sunlight it could damage the viewfinder The liquid crystal display LCD panel is made by highly precise technology More than 99 99 of its picture elements pixels are effective but some less than 0 01 may not appear as coloured bright dots This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology for VM 2800A VM 3800A FEATURES Digital Zoom up to X24 Digital Zoom up to X100 only for VM 3800A Solid state camera pickup HO High Quality picture technology Auto focus power zoom lens with macro feature Full record and playback capability with standard cassette Program AE Auto Exposure Fade in fade out Color electronic viewfinder EVF for VM 2800A VM 3800A Flying erase head Time and date Titler Index signal Audio video dub Audio dub Built in camera light for VM 2800A VM 3800A Differences between Models VM 1800A 2800A 3800A IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS vM 1 VM 2800A WM 3800A Color ee This instruction manual shows the illustrations for the VM 3800A H This video camcord2. C 60 C Video Recorder Section Format VHS Record playback system Two video record playback heads plus a flying erase head Video signal EIA standard NTSC color Tape speed 33 35 mm sec Video input 1 0 VP p 75 ohm Video output 1 0 VP p 75 ohm Audio input 7 8 dBs 816 m Vrms more than 47 kohm Audio output 7 8 dBs 816 m Vrms less than 1 kohm Fast forward rewind time Less than 6 minutes with T 120 cassette Camera Section Scanning 525 lines 60 fields 30 frames Required minimum illumination 1 lux Pickup device 1 4 CCD Lens diameter 46 mm HOTLINE 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 will direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility nearest you Just present proof of 60 ACCESSORY TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT 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 w
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Caution to the user Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Caution Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold area to a warm humid area Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to acclimate to the surroundings before inserting a video cassette When moved from a cold area to a warm humid area moisture may condense on the head drum inside the machine This moisture could cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape See the bottom of the AC adaptor charger The rating and caution label is located on the bottom of the AC adaptor charger WARNING Many television programs and films are copyrighted In certain circumstances copyright law may apply to private in home videotaping of copyrighted materials PRECAUTIONS 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 camcorder When you are not using the camcorder switch off the power and attach the lens cap When you shoot at a scene which contains an extremely bright object such as the the sun or a light source a bright vertical bar may appear in the picture
4. displayed press Focus select button to erase it special effects filter is attached NO OPERATION IS ACCEPTED Symptom Check Point amp Correction Power is turned on but no button operations are Remove the power source accepted and after about one minute push the reset switch gently using a toothpick etc until you feel a click Since this erases the date time and other customer preferred features reset them again a re i e i sh A 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 Set the television to the PLAY is pressed Camera recorder channel 3 or 4 depending upon the selected channel on TV is connected to the camera recorder RF channel select switch by using RF converter unit of RF converter unit Set AV IN OUT switch to 57 CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER OUT position Interference on playback picture Adjust the tracking using TRACKING control power zoom switch When you see the playback picture on your TV adjust fine tuning Knob on television set to obtain best picture The pre recorded tape is EP or LP recording This camera recorder is for use in SP recording only Picture bends at the top of the TV screen TV receiver is older type It needs to be modified to work properly with Ccamera recorder Tape is d
5. or RF converter unit optional You also may play back the tape recorded by your camcorder on any other VHS video cassette recorder The camcorder records and plays back in VHS standard speed SP A tape recorded in long play LP or extra long play EP cannot be played back on this camcorder Example 1 If your TV has VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks AV OUT IN Switch FA wh Audio Video Cable supplied only with VM 3800A4 To VIDEO IN or To Sina Yellow d F White ae 1 Connect the audio video cable to AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN of your TV 2 Connect the other end of the audio video cable to AUDIO and VIDEO of your camcorder 3 Turn on your TV 4 Set AV OUT IN switch to OUT position 5 Press STOP EJECT button on the camcorder and then insert the cassette 6 Place POWER switch in VIDEO position 7 Press PLAY button 8 After playing press STOP EJECT button VIDEO Yellow a Tracking adjustment When playing prerecorded tapes or tapes recorded by the recorders other than your 48 VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV own black and white streaks may appear on your TV screen If this occurs press TRACKING control W or T until the streaks disappear When the cassette is ejected the tracking is reset to normal ample 2 If you have a VHS VCR sien ra coal ie TER Sen Jere res 5 Pee Jay pi Peas Ha ee E e cs a fishers pe
6. 9 6 W y To Cigarette Lighter _ 7 F Socket Car Battery Cord optional gt m m MM r n E M H See 1 Connect the small plug of the car battery cord to the DC IN 9 6V jack of the camcorder 2 Connect the other end of the car battery cord to the car s cigarette lighter socket CHECKING THE BATTERY When the indication appears in the viewfinder and flashes while the camcorder is being operated with a battery provided it indicates that the battery charge Is low Charge it or replace it with a charged battery 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 camcorder 14 a A BATTERY PLE CHARGING A BATTERY eh Plug the AC adaptor charger power cord into AC electrical outlet 2 Attach the battery to the AC adaptor charger Align the mark on the battery with that of AC adaptor charger and push the battery flush with the AC adaptor charger and slide it in the direction of arrow 3 The CHARGE light will be lit while the battery is accepting a charge and will go out when the battery IS fully charged fi ih dn sf in Pl Le Mark yr l CHARGE Light POWER Light ro ace Charging Time and Operation Time VM BP66 VM BP67 Charging Time about 2 hours about 3 hou
7. SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of the Department of Communications Warning This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
8. T 1 2 Retain Instruction 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 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 e po 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
9. Video Cable supplied only with WM J800A ii ii 7 To AUDIO B VIDEO Yellow To AUDIO OUT White A VIDEO OUT allow T 1 Connect the audio video cable to AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT of your TV and VCR 2 Connect the other end to AUDIO and VIDEO of camcorder 3 Insert the cassette 4 Set AV OUT IN switch to IN position 5 Press and hold the small button on POWER switch and then slide it to CAM position The POWER indicator will light 6 Turn on your TV or VCR and tune it to the channel you wish to record 7 Press REC PAUSE button to start recording You are now recording the TV program 8 Press REC PAUSE button to stop recording 9 After recording place POWER switch in OFF and then press STOP EJECT button to remove the cassette STOP EJECT Button POWER Switch AUDIO DUBBING 44 AUDIO DUBBING The audio dubbing feature lets you record new audio Sound on a previously recorded tape without erasing the original video When you audio dub a tape the previous audio is erased and replaced with new sound AV OUTSIN Switch Audio Video Cable supplied only with M 38004 Te AUDIO OUT White 1 Insert a recorded tape Be sure that the record safety tab is not missing 2 Place POWER switch to VIDEO position 3 Play the tape and press REC PAUSE button where you want to dub audio The ca
10. a dark cool dry place NOTES Use the wireless remote control within the range of the infrared ray receiver of the camcorder shown above 4 CONTROLLING YOUR TV WITH THE CAMCORDER S REMOTE CONTROL Only for VM 3800A CONTROLLING YOUR TV WITH THE CAMCORDER S REMOTE CONTROL Only for VM 3800A The remote control is designed to be compatible with many televisions but it will not work with every one made If your TV does not respond the way it should when you program it as explained below this remote may be incapable of operating it Once you have programmed the remote you won t have to do it again until you change the battery This remote control can be used with your TV as well as the camcorder as long as your TV comes with a remote control This feature comes in handy you don t have to juggle two remotes The remote control is compatible with the fourteen makers of TVs listed below but don t be alarmed if yours is not on our list You may still be able to program the remote for your TV Every TV that comes with a remote control is set up to detect certain infrared signals You need to program the camcorder remote control to send signals that your TV will recognize and respond to Here s what to do Programming the Remote Control Turn the television on any channel is okay Aim the camcorder s remote control at your TV set Hold down the CH a button while you press the button corresponding to your brand of tel
11. a speed about 3 times faster than 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 EJECT button to stop tape movement 50 MEMORY FFWD Button REW Button MEMORY When the tape counter with memory indication appears in the viewfinder a tape that is being rewound automatically stops when the counter reads approximately 0000 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 The indicator M appears beside the tape counter 2 Start playing or recording a tape 3 At the point you want playback to start press RESET button to reset the counter to 0000M 4 Continue to play back or record 5 Press STOP EJECT button to stop playback or press REC PAUSE button to stop recording and place POWER switch in VIDEO position 6 Press REW button The tape will be rewound to the preselected point at approximately 0000M indication CAMCORDER TO VCR DUBBING 51 FLYING ERASE HEAD lf you wish to exchange or copy some of your friend s favorite home recordings the following instructions can be used to connect camcorder to VCR for this purpose in 1 Connect the audio video cable to AUDIO and VIDEO of your camcorder 2 Connect the other ends to AUDIO IN VIDEO IN of
12. 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 Order Form LIMITED WARRANTY Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc and Hitachi Sales Corporation of Hawaii Hitachi warrants this component in duration as stated below VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER CAMCORDER AC ADAPTER CHARGER 90 DAYS LABOR Carry in 1 YEAR PARTS Except Battery Conditions of Hitachi Limited Warranty Hitachi Video Products are warranted to be free of defects in parts and workmanship at the time of purchase by the original owner If this product is found to be defective Hitachi will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner Parts used for replacement are warranted for the remainder of the original Limited Warranty period For 90 days from the date of original purchase Hitachi will provide labor for the repair or replacement of defective parts without charge subject to the following conditions 1 Owner must provide verification of the date of purchase when requesting Limited Warranty Service Dated Sales Receipt Required 2 All repairs must be performed by a Hitachi Authorized Service Facility For information concerning repairs operation technical assistance or for referral to the location of your nearest Authorized Service Facilit
13. in 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 supply cords should be routed so that they are not 7 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 DEE ee ERE LEI 9 Attachments Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards 10 Water and Moisture Do not use this video product near water for example near a bath tub 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 pr
14. your VCR as shown in the diagram above 3 Set AV OUT IN switch to OUT position 4 Play the tape on the camcorder and record it on the VCR FLYING ERASE HEAD A rotating erase head which eliminates glitches and rainbow noise that occurs at the joints between recorded segments ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL TELE OR WIDE CONVERTER LENS 1 To remove the lens hood turn it counterclockwise as shown in the figure 52 USING THE BUILT IN CAMERA LIGHT For VM 2800A 3800A 2 Remove both caps of the telephoto or wide angle lens 3 Screw the lens into the threads on the front of camcorder lens assembly USING THE BUILT IN CAMERA LIGHT For VM 2800A 3800A Use the built in camera light it you wish to shoot objects in dark places When the LIGHT switch is set to AUTO the camcorder light turns on automatically when the camcorder is pointed at objects in a dark place and turns off when it is pointed at objects in a bright place CAUTION The power consumption of the built in camera light is about a half that of the camcorder Therefore if the camera light is turned on when a fully charged battery pack is attached the operating time of the battery falls to about a half 1 Make sure that a fully charged battery pack or AC adaptor charger is attached 2 Set the POWER switch to CAM and then set the LIGHT switch to AUTO when required NOTE When the LIGHT switch is set on ON the camera light will turn on wh
15. A You can adjust the viewfinder brightness color and tint as required BRIGHT Control Viewfinder brightness can be adjusted by turning the BRIGHT control This does not affect the picture actually recorded by the camcorder COLOR and TINT Controls The small COLOR and TINT controls are set at the factory and should require no adjustment If they ever require adjustment use a plastic screwdriver Make the adjustments with caution to prevent damaging the miniature controls 55 HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP COLOR Control TINT Control Ps TROUBLESHOOTING Your camcorder is a highly sophisticated instrument It has been carefully checked and adjusted at the factory under the most rigid quality control and inspection systems However should problems develop check the following points and take the necessary corrective measures INSERTING OR REMOVING THE CASSETTE Check Point amp Correction Connect the power source arrow on cassette outside 56 TROUBLESHOOTING CAMERA RECORDING Check Point amp Correction Picture does not appear in the Remove the lens cap viewfinder Slide the power switch to CAMERA re Disconnect the AV input cable from the camera recorder The camera recorder cannot go into Check the record protect tab on the the recording mode even when the cassette start stop button is pressed Make sure that the FOCUS M does not appear in the viewfinder If it is
16. AUTOMATIC DATE RECORDING This feature records the date automatically once a day After you begin recording the date is recorded automatically for 10 seconds The same date is recorded again in the following cases When the cassette is replaced When AUTO is displayed again after being switched to the date display When the recording is for less than 10 seconds 26 PROGRAM AE Auto Exposure lf the date changes while recording continues over 10 seconds the date is recorded for 10 seconds when recording is restarted after the camcorder has been set to the standby mode Press DATE TIME button until UTO and the date appear in the viewfinder before you begin to record The date will be recorded whenever it appears in the viewfinder PROGRAM AE Auto Exposure Program AE automatically selects the shutter speed 1 60 1 100 1 120 1 180 1 250 1 350 1 500 1 750 1 1000 1 1500 1 2000 or 1 4000 second that is optimum for the brightness of the subject The iris is also adjusted automatically in response to the shutter speed AUTO FOCUS The camcorder focuses the subject in the center of the viewfinder automatically The subject at the center of the viewfinder is in focus 27 MANUAL FOCUS Only for VM 3800A The range of the object with which auto focus can be used On T side about 3 3 feet 1m from the lens surface to infinity On W side about 0 4 inches 1 cm from the lens surface to in
17. D to an intense source of light 14 Products sold in Canada by any organization other than HITACHI HSC CANADA INC IMPORTANT This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties guarantees or agreements whether express or implied and no person dealer or company is authorized to change modify or extend its terms in any manner whatsoever HITACHI WARRANTY REGISTRATION for your records Model No Serial No Date of Purchase Dealer s Name Dealer s Address City Province Introduced in 1995 96 Mention as current model Only mention year of production if caller is very persistant Warranty 90 day labor 1 year parts except battery The battery that comes with these camcorders is a lead acid battery Lead acid batteries should be stored with a full charge If the camera is not used often it s recommended to fully discharge the battery then recharge before storing again This keeps the cells of the battery active prolonging the life of the battery The average life of camcorder batteries is 2 years some last one year and some last three years dsimpy epends on frequency of use This camcorder uses TTL through the lens focusing technology This is a contrast focusing system that is light dependent This system allows the user to use auto focus while using accessory lenses Infrared focusing systems used by other manufacturers require manual focusing when connecting accessory lenses 1 Lens F1 6 is the F Stop of the c
18. ER switch and then Slide it to VIDEO The camcorder will now be in the stop mode POWER Switch ap d 8 Press REW button The tape will be rewound to the beginning 9 Press PLAY button The picture you just recorded will be seen through the viewfinder 10 After playing press STOP EJECT button STOP EJECT Button PLAY Button REW Button 11 Slide the POWER switch to OFF position to turn off the camcorder Press STOP EJECT button to remove the cassette 18 AUTOMATIC REWIND STOP EJECT Button POWER Switch i Ce Mir ER Pon tye et pre Sn Te ea k at ee ag i me ee al T z Pe ark aa T ane toes A aee IEA AUTOMATIC REWIND When the tape reaches its end during playback it automatically rewinds to the beginning and stops IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS Diagram of camera Diopter Control for VM 2800A 3800A Use this control to focus the viewfinder See page 19 for VM 1800A s diopter control Camera Light for VM 2800A 3800A When the POWER switch is in the CAM position the camera light is turned on and 19 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS off automatically or manually in the record and record pause modes depending on the position of LIGHT switch Turn the camera light off after use Microphone Sensitive to sounds coming from the direction in which the camera is pointed bhFocus Cont
19. HITACHI Instruction Manual VHS VM 1800A VM 2800A VM 3800A a SIENA 5 YM 3800 Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc HITACHI HSC CANADA INC 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd Norcross GA 30093 3300 Trans Canada Hwy Pointe Claire Tel 404 279 5600 Quebec H9R1B1 CANADA Tel 514 697 9150 HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII INC 3219 Koapaka Street Honolulu HI 96819 Tel 808 836 3621 Thank you for choosing the video camcorder For maximum pleasure and convenience please read these simple instructions before operating your camcorder WHEN USING WITH THE CAR BATTERY By using optional car battery cord Hitachi VM CAUTIONS CAUTIONS WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK BS 7 DO NOT OPEN Fi N CAUTION TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL __ This symbol warns 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 in order to avoid any problems CAUTIONS CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC
20. INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO 90 DAYS FOR LABOR AND TWO YEARS FOR PARTS THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY CONTAINED ABOVE HITACHI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE PURCHASER OR TO ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSS OF PROFIT OR PRODUCT RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECT IN OR MALFUNCTION OR FAILURE OF THIS HITACHI PRODUCT SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE Important Notice Retain your sales receipt for warranty purposes Please complete the section below for your records as it may be needed in the event of loss Attach sales receipt to this card VIDEO PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATION for your record 63 HITACHI WARRANTY CARD Front CANADA ONLY Model No Serial No Date of Purchase Dealer Name Dealer Address City State Zip HITACHI HITACHI WARRANTY CARD Front CANADA ONLY NOT VALID IN U S A HITACHI VIDEO PRODUCTS GOLD CARD WARRANTY See inside for the GOLD CARD advantages and how to get it HITACHI EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE HITACHI HSC CANADA INC 3300 Trans Canada Highway Pointe Claire Quebec HOR 1B1 IMPORTANT NOTICE This warranty will not
21. M button I ZOOM appears in the viewfinder and the picture is magnified 1 5 times INST 2Z00M Button 16 9 MODE Only for VM 3800A The picture format can be switched from 4 3 the picture format of an ordinary TV set to 16 9 Press the ZOOM MODE button twice to display 16 9 the top and bottom of the picture in the viewfinder become black bars After using the 16X9 mode press the ZOOM MODE bution so that 16 9 is not displayed in the viewfinder and restore the the normal picture 31 MACRO BW llows you to shoot objects as close as 0 4 inches 1 cm from the lens tip Press and hold W side of power zoom switch An object is auto focused Power Zoom Switch VW FADE IN FADE OUT Use the fade feature to add a professional touch to your recordings Use the FADE button to select one of the three fade options White fade Fades in from a white screen or fades out to a white screen ll appears in the 32 FADE IN FADE OUT upper left corner of the viewfinder Fade In Fade Out Wipe fade The picture opens gradually trom the center of a black screen or closes into the center to a black screen Lil appears in the upper left corner of the viewfinder n ae ae Fade in Fade Out Zoom fade Fades in while zooming from a white screen or fades out while zooming to a white screen 4 appears in the upper left corner of the viewfinder g a Eas Fade In 1 Use the FADE bu
22. TINT controls for VM 2800A 3800A Use to adjust the picture color in the viewfinder See page 43 REC PAUSE Button This button is used to control the camcorder When this button is pressed with the camcorder set to the recording mode the tape runs to start recording REC appears in the viewfinder When this button is pressed again appears instead of band the tape stops and the camcorder enters the record pause stand by mode Power Zoom Switch TRACKING Control This switch performs zooming electrically W Picture becomes wider gradually T Picture becomes telescopic gradually Used when playing a tape recorded on another VCR Adjust for best picture Ejecting the cassette returns the tracking to the normal position Lens Cap Tab Place the lens cap on this tab when you are ready to record a scene The tab also prevents the lens cap from swinging around on tits cord For VM 1800A click to see illustration BRIGHT and FOCUS Controls Use toa 24 DATE TIME SETTING REW Button DATE TIME Button pa ee STOP EJECT Button Pi 1 Press and hold the small button on POWER switch and then slide it to CAM position 2 Press DATE TIME button Date and time appear in the viewfinder and 1 flashes fe i195 3 Press F FWD button to select correct month Hold button down to advance rapidly lf you go past the month you want to set press REW button When the correct mont
23. Used for controlling the TV POWER Turns the TV on and off AVX Used for recording picture and sound from an auxiliary input VOLUME Increase or decrease the volume CHANNEL Top button switches to the next higher channel bottom button switches to the next lower channel For these to operate you must have preset your channels See CONTROLLING YOUR TV WITH THE CAMCORDER S REMOTE CONTROL on page 33 2 Camcorder Control Buttons These buttons on the remote control have the same functions as the corresponding buttons on the camcorder Loading Battery 1 Push the tab to the right of the remote control and hold it then remove the battery holder USING THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL Only for VM 3800A 2 Press the PLAY button and hold it for about two seconds 3 Insert the battery with the positive terminal facing up 4 Replace the battery holder with battery in the remote control making sure that it is fully inserted WARNING KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT NOTES Replace remote control battery with 3V micro lithium cells such as Maxell CR2025 or its equivalent Dispose of battery safely in accordance with local laws Do not dispose of in fire Do not short circuit the battery Do not take apart the battery Do not hold the battery with the metallic tweezers Do not recharge the battery Keep the battery in
24. amage 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 21 Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER CHARGER 1 Save these instructions This page contains important instructions for AC Adaptor Charger Model VM AC69A T 2 Before using AC Adaptor Charger read all instructions and cautionary markings on 1 AC Adaptor Charger 2 battery and 3 product using battery 3 Also read all instructions on pages 4 and 5 5 Do not expose charger to rain or snow 6 Use of an attachment not recommended or
25. amaged Try another cassette Color of your TV screen is too bright too faint or TV set has VIR circuit Turn off during playback change CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER For VM 1800A For VM 2800A 3800A 58 HEAD CLEANING HEAD CLEANING Picture playback may become blurred or be interrupted This does not mean that the recorded program has been erased Dirt accumulated on the head after long periods of use causes this problem In this case head cleaning requiring highly technical care is necessary PERIODIC MAINTENANCE The video camcorder is a precision electromechanical device which will require periodic maintenance after a period of normal use We expect that no maintenance other than head cleaning will be required during the warranty period of most users unless the video camcorder is heavily used 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 upon your location use patterns and machine age SPECIFICATIONS General HOTLINE Power requirements 9 6V DC Power consumption VM 1800A 7W nominal VM 2800A 8W nominal VM 3800A 8W nominal Dimensions 4 3 8 W x 8 1 16 H x 12 1 4 D 111 W x 205 H x 311 D mm Weight 4 4 lbs 2 0 kg Operating temp 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Storage temp 4 F 140 F 20
26. amera The lower the number the better Lower F Stops allow more light to enter through the lens creating more vibrant colorful pictures The lens apertur 4mm 48mm means the optical zoom is twelve to one 48 divided by 4 Using the instant zoom this camera has 36 to 1 digital zoom capability If the AV In Out switch is in the IN position the viewfinder will appear to be nonfunctional This is normal operation You must hold down the W switch until your are not zoomed in on the object at all in order for the macro focus to work This feature cannot be deactivated The caller will complain they cannot get Index removed from the viewfinder All they need to do is to start recording After recording for a few seconds of recording Index will disappear Index will not cannot be recorded on the tape inside the camcorder Also can be used with new 67 HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD Back Audio and Video Dubbing on these 3 camcorders is done simultaneously The camera cannot perform an audio dub independenly of a video dub and vice versa 68
27. apply to products purchased outside of Canada OR sold by any organization other than HITACHI HSC CANADA INC PROTECTION PLAN CONDITIONS A This contract is exclusively for products manufactured and sold by Hitachi HSC Canada Inc hereinafter called Hitachi purchased in Canada from a dealer duly accredited by Hitachi The program is available only for products covered by an original validated Hitachi warranty given at the time of the purchase B Hitachi will make repairs to the product mentioned in this plan parts and labour charges included until the expiry date of this plan C THIS PROTECTION PLAN WILL BE IN FORCE ONLY AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE NORMAL PURCHASER S WARRANTY During the normal warranty the only valid proof required for servicing the product is the Hitachi GOLD CARD or the bill of purchase The Protection Plan Card cannot be used as proof of warranty Only after the expiration of the normal warranty the owner can have the product repaired without charge at any authorized Hitachi Service Center upon presentation of the Protection Plan Card D This Protection Plan is applicable to the product mentioned excluding the 64 HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD Back accessories such as cables batteries etc E THIS PROTECTION PLAN DOES NOT COVER 1 Damage caused by incorrect use or negligence unauthorized alteration improper storage or repairs done by an unauthorized service depot 2 Damage caused by fire flood li
28. ar 8 is displayed for 10 seconds after the tape starts to run TITLE RECORDING You can easily create and record personalized titles on your videos with the camcorder 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 any time Each title page can contain two lines of 16 characters each The titler contains 47 different characters for creating titles Creating a title 1 Attach a power source to the camcorder and slide POWER switch to either CAM or VIDEO position 2 Press TITLE button The flashing cursor will appear in the viewfinder aT TITLE RECORDING 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 until the desired character appears or button repeatedly 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 7 After completing your title press PAGE button and create the title on another 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 cor
29. arranty 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 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 convertor lenses adaptors extra We are preparing two kinds of accessory 1 Included accessory See page 3 2 Optional accessory Chart of Accessories Consult your nearest service center to replace the lamp lf 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 51 HOW TO ORDER USA only In Canada Please use Canadian order form in french version of this manual page 51 BY PHONE To place your order by phone have your VISA MASTER CARD or AMERICAN EXPRESS card ready and call this toll free number anytime 24 hrs day 7 day a week 1 800 HITACHI BY MAIL 61 ACCESSORY TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with
30. enever you make a recording CAUTIONS Turn the camera light on only when you need it otherwise the operating time of the battery pack is shortened due to the power consumption of the camera light When the LIGHT switch is set to AUTO the camera light does not turn on unless a cassette Is loaded CAUTION Do not hold the unit by the built in camera light when carrying as this could Cause a malfunction 53 USING THE BUILT IN CAMERA LIGHT For VM 2800A 3800A POWER Switch i alom F _ _ pe m ti a E F Se at ay a go i 3 After use set the LIGHT switch to OFF or set the POWER switch of the camcorder to OFF position To replace the lamp of camera light To remove the front case press and hold the tab then remove the front case fe Tab Uf ROS To replace the front case pass the lamp through the hole of the reflection plate then attach the upper hooks to the camera light and then attach the lower hook to the camera light Lamp 54 EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT To use the electronic viewfinder without eyeglasses on adjust the diopter control for optimum focus adjustment For VM 2800A VM 3800A Dioptor Control a F r VIM 18004 Dioptor Control 14 a J la im pn oi a a Lb oe eth eaten Sf ees eset ee ae a parma ae ts ae ha Aap ar pag ar Ty VIEWFINDER BRIGHT COLOR AND TINT CONTROLS For VM 2800A 3800
31. er with this marking incorporates high quality picture technology and is compatible with any video cassette recorder bearing the mark ACCESSORIES Check to make sure you have the following components and accessories besides the camcorder unit itself before disposing of the packing material 1 Lead acid rechargeable battery VM BP66 for VM 1800A VM 2800A VM BP67 for VM 3800A 2 AC adaptor charger 3 Shoulder strap 4 DC cord 5 Audio video cable only for VM 3800A 6 Remote control only for VM 3800A 7 Remote control battery only for VM 3800A l TE e ie F AN Ae i Fi a ai Bs aa Fa ia a E iisi E ps a VM EPA or Fi VAP VM ACESAJT Part No PR POO ey E IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 Camcorder 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 Fa j Oe i in Bs p a
32. es 1 Insert the recorded tape into your VCR 2 Press PLAY button of your VCR Example 3 If your TV is a regular TV Diagram of Hookup 1 Disconnect the VHF antenna leads from the rear of the TV receiver 2 Connect the VHF antenna lead to IN FROM ANT on the RF converter unit If the cable is round 75 Ohm it will connect directly to the IN FROM ANT If it is the flat type 300 Ohm connect it to the antenna adaptor 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm and slip the adaptor on to the IN FROM ANT terminal 3 Connect the 75 Ohm coaxial cable with antenna adaptor to OUT TO TV on the RF converter unit 4 Connect the other end to the VHF antenna terminal on the TV as illustrated 5 Connect the connector cable from RF converter unit to RF DC OUT AUDIO and VIDEO jacks on the camcorder 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 selector on the RF converter unit to CH3 or CH4 to match the channel selector on your TV 8 Perform same procedures in steps 4 through 8 of Example 1 STILL When REC PAUSE button is pressed during playback a still picture can be seen To start again press REC PAUSE button and playback will be resumed REC PAUSE Button F FORWARD AND REVERSE SEARCH When you press F FWD or REW button during playback the tape will be played back at
33. evision as shown in the chart For example if you have an RCA television press CH and display at the same time lf this button combination sends a signal that matches with your TV the channel will change on the TV and you ll know the remote is set to control the television lf that button combination does not change the TV channel go through the whole list of button combination one by one until you find one that does change your TV channel Also if your brand of TV is not listed in the chart try all the buttons One of them may work for you If the TV still doesn t change after going through all the button combinations listed it is likely that you will not be able to program this remote control for your TV TV Brands Press CH 4 and this button Hitachi AVX 42 RECORDING TV PROGRAMS Zenith VOL sony ZOOM W Magnavox REW sanyo PLAY Goldstar F FWD Toshiba AV DUB Goldstar 2 STOP NEC PAUSE START STOP RCA DISPLAY Panasonic TITLE ON OFF Mitsubishi ZOOM T JVC COUNTER RESET Sharp REVIEW Controlling the TV Once programmed the camcorder s remote control is ready to control the TV Press the button of the TV function that you want Be aware that not all of your TV s functions may work even though the remote control is correctly programmed RECORDING TV PROGRAMS lf your TV or VCR has output jacks you can record the TV program with camcorder AUDIO DUBBING AV OUT IN Switch k Audio
34. finity The auto focus will not work under the following conditions en of cm Alaa k i p de a 1 Objects not in the center of the viewfinder 2 Objects at far and near positions at the same time i 3 Objects lit by a spotlight or neon signs etc La i i a i A ITA E haz F oa k a eo 4 Objects behind glass with water droplets or dust on it E Ar is Eere Seia EN Fm 5 Objects with almost no difference in brightness such as a white wall Do mms 7 Dark objects MANUAL FOCUS Only for VM 3800A 1 Press the FOCUS control AUTO MAN buttons simultaneously FOCUS appears in the viewfinder You can adjust the focus manually 2 Use the power zoom T control to Zoom up completely to your subject If you don t use the T control to zoom to the picture you want the picture may fall out of focus when actual recording starts 3 Pressing the FOCUS control AUTO MAN far or near button until the subject is in focus 4 Use the power zoom W control to zoom back to the picture you desire 28 POWER ZOOM Pona Zoom Switch FOCUS Control AUTO MAN Button POWER ZOOM Press power zoom switch on the W side and the picture gradually widens gg amam Lu i o ee eaae e Press the power zoom switch on the T side and the picture gradually becomes telescopic The zooming speed is slow when the power zoom switch is pressed
35. ghtning acts of God or other events beyond the control of Hitachi 3 External parts such as the cabinet knobs remote control case antenna cords etc 4 Any repairs if the product is used for rental or other commercial use 5 Any repairs done outside Canada 6 Repairs due to damage in transit improper handling by carrier or improper packing by the owner specifically applicable in the case of the product having to be shipped by the owner 7 In Home service All video products must be brought to the Service Center for repairs 8 Original installation and any subsequent reinstallation or any transformation of the product 9 The replacement of the video camera pick up element if the pick up element has been over exposed to an intense source of light 10 Cleaning the video heads F All repair costs must be claimed from Hitachi at all times through an authorized Hitachi Service Center The Plan Owner should never directly pay the authorized Service center unless given special authorization from Hitachi No repair costs will be reimbursed directly to the Plan Owner G The Plan Owner will receive a PLATINUM CARD which is the only valid document to be presented at the time of repair to an authorized Hitachi Service Center THIS PROTECTION PLAN IS NOT TRANSFERABLE NOR REFUNDABLE H This Protection Plan can be renewed as long as the request is made before the expiry date of the Plan Hitachi however reserves the right to refu
36. h appears press STOP EJECT button 12 00AM iiz eto 4 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 EJECT button 5 Press F FWD or REW button to select year and then press STOP EJECT button r r 6 Press F FWD or REW button as many times as may be required to select the correct hour and then press STOP EJECT button 7 Repeat step 6 to select minute and AM PM 25 AUTOMATIC DATE RECORDING _ a da iis 47 8 After setting AM or PM press DATE TIME button to change the display and start the internal clock It is recommended that you press DATE TIME button to match the time signal 9 Press DATE TIME button after setting the clock The display will change as follows each time the button is pressed Auto date Date display X t 4 B ADAM E ga fis 571996 1 mS Time amp date Removes display To correct date time information after starting the date time 1 Press and hold DATE TIME button and then press STOP EJECT button The month starts flashing 2 Correct the incorrect digit by using F FWD REW and STOP buttons To correct date time information during programming Press STOP EJECT button repeatedly until the digit that is incorrect flashes Correct the incorrect digit by using F FWD REW and STOP EJECT buttons
37. ines 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER CHARGER 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 outlet 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 d
38. ion shown in the figure when carrying the camcorder or storing it in the carrying case Turn the viewfinder to the position shown below when shooting pictures 1 Turn the viewfinder 11 POWER SOURCES i AE ru rat one ra i UP 3 mi rhs aat pe ira at oti T Ee na AE oE ae arn o EA a A hn a ae a P a aaa ee Mae ps peace ta itt a 1 ee aan Tal nu mee a oe a ir Laree Tie Fras Wed T T CAE Fri i 2 Turn the eyepiece You can adjust the position and angle of the viewfinder so you can see through it easily POWER SOURCES WHEN USING WITH THE BATTERY Provided 12 POWER SOURCES To attach align the mark of the battery with that of the camcorder so that the battery fits into the groves and slide the battery downward as illustrated BATTERY Release Lever i Battery Battery To remove the battery Push and hold Battery release lever then slide the battery to the upside and remove WHEN USING WITH THE AC ADAPTER CHARGER Provided 1 Plug the AC adaptor charger power cord into AC electrical outlet 2 Connect one end of the DC cord provided to the DC IN 9 6V of the AC adaptor charger Connect the other end of the DC cord to the DC OUTPUT of the AC adaptor charger To DC OUTPUT WHEN USING WITH THE CAR BATTERY By using optional car battery cord Hitachi VM CC70A 13 CHECKING THE BATTERY 2s aT SS e a To OC IN
39. k with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal CRY GS Ph MAKING A SAMPLE RECORDING 1 Connect the POWER SOURCE See pages 9 and 10 2 Press STOP EJECT button and insert the 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 Push in the center of the cassette all the way until it is latched by the cassette holder 3 Press the cassette holder The holder will latch in the operating position MAKING A SAMPLE RECORDING STOP EJECT Button _ Fi mi i Ty k i 5 i pi Sa FE 4 a J Cassette Holder 4 Press and hold the small button on POWER switch and then slide it to the CAM position The POWER indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause mode automatically 5 Now press REC PAUSE button to start shooting the picture The REC indication appears in the viewfinder and you are now recording the picture you see through the viewfinder 6 Press REC PAUSE button to stop recording Press the button again to resume recording The il indication will appear in the viewfinder instead of REC while the camcorder is in the record pause stand by mode MAKING A SAMPLE RECORDING REC PAUSE Button 7 After recording press and hold the small button on the POW
40. lightly and the zooming speed is fast when the switch is pressed strongly When power zoom switch is operated the zoom position is displayed in the viewfinder in 10 steps for several seconds DIGITAL ZOOM 29 DIGITAL ZOOM The digital zoom increases the magnification of the power zoom by 2 times You must place the subject you wish to magnify at the center of the viewfinder Press and hold the power zoom T control until you find the picture you want You control the zoom with the power zoom T and W controls When ZOOM is not displayed in the viewfinder normal zoom functions resume X100 digital zoom only for VM 3800A This feature allows the image to be magnified up to about 100 times Press the ZOOM MODE button to display ZM 2 and then press and hold the power zoom T control until you reach your desired magnification Each time the ZOOM MODE button is pressed the display in the viewfinder will change as follows You can use the X100 digital zoom feature when ZM 2 is displayed X7100 digital zoom 1EXM9 mode a AF 1i KRA igital zoom After using the X100 digital zoom feature press the ZOOM MODE button so that ZM 2 is no longer displayed in the viewfinder 30 INSTANT ZOOM Only for VM 3800A INSTANT ZOOM Only for VM 3800A The instant zoom feature activates the digital Zoom to magnify the subject 1 5 regardless of zooming engaged by the power zoom T and W controls Press the INST ZOO
41. mcorder enters the still play mode 4 Press DUBBING AUDIO VIDEO and PLAY buttons at the same time A DUB appears in the viewfinder 5 Press RECORD PAUSE button to start audio dubbing 6 Press STOP EJECT button to stop audio dubbing AUDIO AND VIDEO DUBBING STOP EJECT Button T L 3 nE cE Igoin wr Ezer PION atten aie lane 5 TA ne Sal ee e ea ape TT a a a a a Ay OT ger geist aT dea peered a vee ae a A a a a Poa Sa B ae i selene A erat a ME TEE Pd are ear end Peace seen ET eae S pe Men ou ie toe a alee ees fy Petre ay a HLODE A a mi e ee oe a a ig Pad Sten AB Site ada at ae E Ea Eier oE apa Sb feat alin Ih ik wad Ot TELVA AUDIO AND VIDEO DUBBING Ebhe audio and video dubbing feature lets you record new audio Sound and video pictures simultaneously on a previously recorded tape When you audio and video dub a tape the previous audio and video are erased and replaced with the new sound and pictures The replacement audio and video can be the sound and picture taken by the camera or from a video source connected to AUDIO and VIDEO jacks on the camcorder AY OUT IN Switch 1 Insert a recorded tape Be sure that the record safety tab is not missing 2 Place POWER switch in VIDEO position 3 Press PLAY button and then REW or F FWD button to search to the approximate position of the tape on which you want to dub sound and picture 4 P
42. oduct 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 8 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power l
43. on 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 camcorder returns to the record pause stand by mode Recording starts again when the REC PAUSE button is pressed again REC PAUSE Button Button DRS wee i hs nm i TAPE COUNTER Load a cassette into the camcorder and perform recording or playback the counter indicates the amount of tape transported as a 4 digit number DISPLAY BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON Each time the DISPLAY button is pressed the display in the viewfinder switches as follows 0000h 0000 Tape counter with mem Tape counter ory When the tape counter with memory is displayed in the viewfinder the same display appears on the screen of the connected TV monitor receiver DISPLAY Button Perdis REMAINING TAPE The tape remaining display shows the remaining tape that can be used for recording and playback using seven dashes This feature is handy when recording since it lets you know how long you can record on the loaded tape Insert a cassette in the camcorder and start recording or playback 10 seconds later the remaining tape will be displayed When the cassette is ejected the display will 36 TITLE RECORDING disappe
44. on resets the counter to 0000 REVIEW Button Used to review the last few seconds of the recorded segment in the record pause mode See INSTANT REVIEW on page 27 DISPLAY Button lf this button is pressed M appears beside the tape counter in the viewfinder and the tape s position is stored in memory If the camcorder is connected to a TV monitor receiver the same display as that in the viewfinder appears on the screen when the M is displayed See DISPLAY BUTTON and MEMORY on pages 28 and 40 POWER Light POWER Switch This switch changes the camcorder to the record mode or to the playback mode Press and hold the small button on this switch and then slide it to CAM or VIDEO DUBBING AUDIO VIDEO Button This button is used to record new audio in place of existing audio without erasing the video See page 35 This button is used to record new video in place of existing video and audio See page 36 REW Button Press this button during stop or fast forward mode and rewinding starts 4 4 appears in the viewfinder Press the button during playback of tape and the tape is played back in the rewind direction approximately 3 times faster than the normal speed to confirm the recorded contents Press PLAY button to return to normal playback mode or press STOP EJECT button to stop tape movement 22 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS STOP EJECT Button The STOP EJECT button is used to sto
45. p playback rewind and fast forward operations The STOP EJECT button has no effect during record operation This button is used in the stop mode to open the cassette holder F FWD Button Press this button during stop or rewind mode and fast forwarding starts appears in the viewfinder Press the button during playback of tape and the tape is played back in the forward direction approximately 3 times faster than the normal speed to confirm the recorded content Press PLAY button to return to normal playback mode or press STOP EJECT button to stop tape movement PLAY Button Used for playback of tape recorded in the SP mode REW PLAY F FWD and STOP EJECT These buttons are used for title making buttons when the TITLE button is pressed See TITLE RECORDING on page 29 These buttons may be also used to set the date and time during pause stand by mode See DATE TIME SETTING on page 20 Camera Diagram BATTERY Release Lever Releases the battery attached to the video camcorder Cassette Holder Press STOP EJECT button in the stop mode to open the cassette holder Be aware of the cassette direction when inserting DC IN 9 6V Jack When using the AC adaptor charger provided or the car battery cord optional connect this jack and the DC OUTPUT of the AC adapter charger or the car s cigarette lighter socket DATE TIME SETTING Graphics in the Electronic Viewfinder BRIGHT COLOR and
46. rected will flash 2 Press either or button until the correct character appears 38 TITLE RECORDING Recording titles on a tape in the camcorder Slide POWER switch to VIDEO Locate the position on the tape that you wish to record the title Set POWER switch to CAM Press TITLE button to display the title graphics Press PAGE button until the title you wish to record appears in the viewfinder Press REC PAUSE button to start the title recording Press TITLE button to remove the title graphics from the viewfinder The camcorder will now record as normal NOoP WN Recording titles on another VCR while playing a tape back with the camcorder 1 Connect the camcorder and VCR See page 41 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 camcorder 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 39 USING THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL Only for VM 3800A ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0123456789 lt gt blank USING THE WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL Only for VM 3800A Use the wireless remote control to operate the camcorder from a distance 1 TV Control Buttons
47. ress PLAY button again to search the exact position where you wish to stop dubbing and then press REC PAUSE button at the exact position 46 AUDIO AND VIDEO DUBBING PLAY Button REW Button i DUBBING AUDIO VIDEO Button Wp L 4 pn serie hy a i snes E a iE TE p ord Ea ae ene Te eke 7h be eos n QS ane ia a ee te id a J 7 ea re eae ee aber Se Sate 5 Press RESET button to set the counter reading to 0000 6 Press DISPLAY button so counter memory M appears RESET Button DISPLAY Button bs as a z 7 Press REW button to rewind the tape to the approximate position from which you want to start dubbing 8 Press PLAY button and when the exact position to start dubbing is reached press REC PAUSE button 9 Press DUBBING AUDIO VIDEO and PLAY buttons simultaneously twice AV DUB is displayed in the viewfinder and at the same time the picture to be dubbed appears Ay D I 10 Press the REC PAUSE button Dubbing will start and will stop when the counter reads 0000 47 VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV PLAY Button j REW Button 1 USEING AUDIO VIDEO Button VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV To play back a tape recorded on your camcorder and view it on your TV receiver you must connect the camcorder to the TV receiver using either audio video cable supplied only with VM 3800A
48. rned goods please ensure that proper packaging procedures are followed A short written description of the problem along with proof of warranty should accompany the product returned for repair Only products under warranty will be returned on a no charge basis to the customer The customer is responsible for all transport costs if the product is no longer under warranty WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER 1 Products received for repair without sales or delivery receipt showing date of purchase by the original customer 2 Damages caused by incorrect use carelessness unauthorized alterations improper storage or unauthorized service or repairs 3 Damage caused by fire flood lightning acts of God or other events beyond the control of Hitachi 4 Batteries tape cassettes earphones antennas accessories and external parts such as Cabinet and knobs 5 PRODUCTS PURCHASED OUTSIDE CANADA 6 Products used outside Canada 7 In transit damage claims improper handling by carrier or post offices 8 Products or parts thereof which have had serial numbers removed altered or defaced 9 Products used for commercial purposes 10 PRODUCTS USED FOR RENTAL 11 In home service at the customer s location 66 HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD Back 12 Original installation set up and all normal maintenance needed such as CLEANING OF VIDEO HEADS 13 The replacement of the video camera pickup element if the pickup element has been OVER EXPOSE
49. rol AUTO MAN Button only for VM 3800A Press these buttons simultaneously to select manual or automatic focus For manual focusing press the or button to bring the subject into focus When using manual focus FOCUS ppears in the viewfinder ens with Lens Cap F1 6 4 48 mm 12 1 power zoom lens features auto focus and auto iris functions Infrared Ray Receiving Section only for VM 3800A Receives infrared rays from the remote control FADE Button During recording you can add a professional touch to your recordings by fading in and out of scenes You can select three fade modes the white fade wipe fade and zoom fade INST ZOOM Instant Zoom Button only for VM 3800A Use this button to magnify the image being recorded 1 5 times ZOOM MODE Button only for VM 3800A Use this button to zoom in on a subject up to a magnification of about 100 or change the picture format aspect ratio from 4 3 the picture format of an ordinary TV set to 16 9 LIGHT Switch for VM 2800A 3800A When this switch is set to AUTO the camera light turns on or off automatically according to the brightness of the object When the switch is set to ON the camera light turns on Set the switch to OFF to turn the light off manually Electronic Viewfinder EVF Displays what the camcorder lens sees The electronic viewfinder also functions as a convenient monitor during playback of recorded material AV OUT IN Switch This switche
50. rs Operation Time about 1 hour about 2 hours MAKING A SAMPLE RECORDING The battery may be damaged if operated at temperatures above 122 F 50 C Operation time will decrease at extremely low temperatures 7 After repeated chargings and use the operation time will gradually decrease When operation time becomes too short to be useful it is time to replace the battery 8 If CHARGE and POWER lights on the AC adaptor charger start flashing remove the battery and then reattach it If after several attempts both lights continue to flash this means your battery cannot take a charge and must be replaced with a new one The CHARGE light will not go light if a hot battery is attached to the AC adaptor charger Attaching an extremely hot battery to the adaptor charger is not recommended it should be allowed to cool down before being attached 9 Do not short the battery s terminal 10 Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery There are no user serviceable parts inside 11 Throwing the battery into a fire or exposing the battery to excessive heat over 149 F 65 C could be hazardous 12 Be sure to set the POWER switch to the OFF position before removing the battery ATTENTION The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery The battery is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Chec
51. s the AUDIO and VIDEO jacks between the input and the output When 20 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS the switch is set to OUT the AUDIO and VIDEO jacks can be used as output jacks and when the switch Is set to IN they can be used as input jacks RF DC OUT Jack Connect the RF converter unit optional to this jack bh AUDIO VIDEO Jacks These can be used as input or output jacks depending on the position of AV OUT IN switch When using these jacks as outputs connect the audio video cable Supplied only with the VM 3800A to these jacks and to the audio and video inputs of your TV monitor receiver You can also connect the RF converter unit optional to these jacks and your TV receiver Use these jacks as inputs when you supply signals from another device to your camcorder for recording To open the cover CAUTION De pet held the unit by the wiewinder when carrying as this could cause a malfunction Diagram of Buttons TITLE Button 21 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS Press this button to create and record personalized titles on you r videos with the camcorder s built in titler See TITLE RECORDING on page 29 DATE TIME Button Press this button to display the date and time in the viewfinder Whenever the date and time appear in the viewfinder they will be recorded on the tape RESET Button When the linear time counter is displayed in the viewfinder pressing this butt
52. se any renewal Hitachi reserves the right to cancel the Protection Plan in case of abuse by the owner in such case Hitachi will reimburse the owner the portion of the plan cost based on the period used J This plan does not constitute an insurance policy Itis the owner s responsibility to insure for loss of the product and for any damages which might occur and for loss or damages to any other object and for personal or property liability caused directly or indirectly by the product HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD Back Hitachi VIDEO PRODUCTS are guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and material If any failure resulting from either workmanship or material defect should occur under normal and proper usage within the period stated hereunder from the original provable date of purchase such failure should be repaired at no cost to the buyer provided the defective product is brought to a HITACHI AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER in Canada 65 HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD Back However to receive your exclusive Hitachi GOLD CARD you must include a copy of your bill of sale with the return portion of this warranty registration card GOLD WARRANTY PERIOD Video Tape Recorder Tuner Timer 1 year parts and labour Camera camcorder AC Adaptor Charger 1 year parts and labour All goods returned to either Hitachi or a Hitachi Authorized Service Center must be shipped on a PREPAID BASIS To avoid any damage to the retu
53. sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons 7 To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug and cord pull by plug rather than cord 10 ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER 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 That 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 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 the risk of electric shock unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER Set the viewfinder to the posit
54. tton to select a fade option before recording 2 Press the REC PAUSE button to start recording fade then begins automatically Fading Out 1 While recording with the camcorder use the FADE button to select option 2 Press the REC PAUSE button to stop recording the fade begins automatically and REC flashes until the fade ends INDEX SIGNAL RECORDING FADE Button INDEX SIGNAL RECORDING A ndexing your tapes while recording makes it easy to find desired program segments when you play back the tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing feature called the VHS Index Search System See your VCR s instruction manual for index playback instructions INDEX signals are recorded when the following operations are performed When power is turned on about 4 hours after it is switched off and then recording is started When power is turned on after the date is changed to the next day with the power off and then recording is started QUICK EDIT Edit Search The quick edit feature allows you to search for the end of previously recorded material or find a particular spot on your tape to begin your editing or recording new material Quick edit is used while the camcorder 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 34 INSTANT REVIEW tape at that positi
55. y or Parts Distributor call 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd Norcross GA 30093 Tel 404 279 5600 HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII 3219 Koapaka St 62 HITACHI WARRANTY CARD USA Back Honolulu HI 96819 Tel 808 836 3621 HITACHI WARRANTY CARD USA Back Warranty Limitations The Limited Warranty provided by Hitachi does not cover A Cabinet exterior finish items Battery Packs Accessories Head Cleanings Video Tape Damage or TV Set Modifications B Any defect malfunction or failure caused by or resulting from improper service maintenance repair use of Video Cleaning Cassettes or from abuse neglect accident or any other cause beyond the control of Hitachi C Unpacking set up or installation adjustment of customer operated controls user instruction D Any product with Serial Numbers altered or removed E New products purchased or service performed outside of the continental United States or its possessions F Product used for a commercial or industrial purpose NO PERSON AGENT DISTRIBUTOR DEALER SERVICE FACILITY OR COMPANY IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE MODIFY OR AMEND THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN ANY MANNER OR FASHION WHATSOEVER EXCEPT AND TO THE EXTENT PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY HITACHI MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTY REGARDING THIS HITACHI PRODUCT FURTHER ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES RELATING TO ANY PORTION OF THIS PRODUCT
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