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PRECAUTIONS - 1 -
HITACHI
Instruction Manual
Video Camcorder
VM-6400A/VM-7400A
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
(AMERICA), INC. 6740 Campobello Road
1855 Donroch Court, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
San Diego, California 92173 CANADA
Tel. 770-279-5600 Tel. 905-821-4545
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 convenie
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PRECAUTIONS - 2 - TABLE OF CONTENT PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................................................................................................3 FEATURES .........................................................................................................................................................................4 ACCESSORIES...........................................................................................
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PRECAUTIONS - 3 - 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. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS - 4 - Dangerous includes: Inside a car with the windows closed and in direct sunshine. Near heating appliances. 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 stre
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS - 5 - 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 Camcorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference. INSTAL
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS - 6 - 9 Attachments -- Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Power-line 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, c
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTOR/CHARGER - 7 - 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
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ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF) - 8 - 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
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POWER SOURCES - 9 - EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT To use the electronic viewfinder without eyeglasses on, adjust the diopter control for optimum focus adjustment. POWER SOURCES W HEN USING WITH THE BATTERY (Provided) To attach, align the mark " " of the battery with that of the camcorder so that the battery fits into the grooves, and slide the battery downward, as illustrated. To remove the battery: Push and hold "BATTERY EJECT" lever, then slide the battery to the upside and
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POWER SOURCES - 10 - 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" jack of the camcorder. Connect the other end of the DC cord to the "DC OUTPUT" of the AC adaptor/charger. NOTES: The AC adaptor/charger cannot charge the battery and operate the camcorder at the same time. When using the AC adaptor/charger to power the camcorder, the battery level indicator may display " ". This indicator is u
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CHARGING THE BATTERY - 11 - NOTE: When a battery pack is used to power the camcorder, " " flashes even if "DISPLAY" is not pressed to warn you that the battery power level is low. CHARGING THE BATTERY 1. 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. NOTE: You m
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IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS - 12 - ATTENTION: The product you have purchased is powered by a sealed lead acid battery which is recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it is illegal to dispose of this battery into your municipal waste stream. Please call 1-800-HITACHI for information on how to recycle this battery. IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS Click here for diagram. Diopter Control Use this control to focus the view
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IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS - 13 - Connect the audio/video cable (not supplied) 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. CAUTION: Do not hold the unit by the viewfinder when carrying as this could cause a malfunction. Click here for diagram. "TITLE" Button Press this button to create and record personalized titles on your videos with the camcord
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IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS - 14 - 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" to return to normal playback mode or press "STOP/EJECT" to stop tape movement NOTE: You can also visually scan forward when the camcorder is in recor
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INSERTING AND REMOVING CASSETTES - 15 - "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 "REC" and the tape stops and the camcorder enters the record/ pause (stand-by) mode. NOTE: This button may be also used to display a still picture during playback mode. Power Zoom Switch/"T
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INSERTING AND REMOVING CASSETTES - 16 - NOTE: Push in the center of the cassette all the way until it is latched by the cassette holder. 4. Press the cassette holder. The holder will latch in the operating position. Removing a cassette Press "STOP/EJECT". The cassette door will open automatically. Remove the cassette. MAKING A SAMPLE CAMERA RECORDING 1. Connect the POWER SOURCE. (See pages 9 and 10.) 2. Insert the cassette. 3. Press and hold the small button on "CAM/ OFF/VIDEO", and then
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PLAYBACK - 17 - 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 27. INSTANT REVIEW 1. In record/pause (stand-by) mode, tap "REW/ REVIEW", 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/pa
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PLAYBACK - 18 - Still When "REC/PAUSE" is pressed during playback, a still picture can be seen. To start again press "REC/PAUSE" and playback will be resumed. NOTE: There will be some noise (interference) in the still picture. Forward and Reverse Search When you press "F.FWD" or "REW/REVIEW" during playback, the tape will be played back at a speed about 3 times faster than the normal playback speed, and you can easily locate a certain spot on the tape. Press "PLAY" to return
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DATE/TIME SETTING - 19 - DATE/TIME SETTING The date 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. The time backup battery is rechargeable. Charge the backup battery every two months. Set "CAM/OFF/VIDEO" to "OFF" position and connect a charged battery or AC adaptor/charger to the camcorder for 24 hours. Make sure that the current time is displayed correc
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DATE RECORDING - 20 - 12:00 AM 11/ 5/1999 5. Press "F.FWD" or "REW/REVIEW" to select year, and then press "STOP/EJECT". 12:00 AM 11/ 5/1999 6. Press "F.FWD" or "REW/REVIEW" as many times as may be required to select correct hour, and then press "STOP/EJECT". 7. Repeat step 6 to select minute and AM/PM. 10:30 AM 11/ 5/1999 8. After setting AM or PM, press "DATE/TIME" to change the display and sta
