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TABLE OF CONTENTS
HITACHI
Instruction Manual
Video Camcorder
VM-8400LA
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
(AMERICA), INC. 6740 Campobello Road
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
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 convenience please read these si
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS .............................................................................................................2 PRECAUTIONS..........................................................................................................................3 FEATURES ............................................................................................................................................................................4 ACCESSORIES.
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PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 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 uni
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PRECAUTIONS 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
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PRECAUTIONS Titler Index signal recording Audio / video Input function Audio / video dub Audio dub Built-in automatic camera light * This video camcorder with this marking incorporates high-quality picture technology and is compatible with any video cassette recorder bearing the mark. With this camcorder you can view the picture being recorded or the playback picture whether on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the pic
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 Camcorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 ove
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 Li
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER 1. Save these instructions--This page contains important safety and operating instructions for AC Adaptor/Charger Model VM-ACV41A. 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. 4. Caution--To reduce the risk of injury, charge only r
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ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF) ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF) Set the viewfinder to the position 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 2. Turn the eyepiece. You can adjust the position and angle of the viewfinder so you can see through it easily. Cautions: Do not force the viewfinder to rotate completely around. This will damage the viewfi
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ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF) focus adjustment. 12
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LCD MONITOR LCD MONITOR When using the LCD monitor during recording and playback and playback, you can adjust the brightness of its screen and the angle of the monitor. Opening the LCD monitor 1. Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor. NOTE: Opening or closing the LCD monitor switches the picture to appear on the monitor or in the viewfinder. Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen NOTE: Even when the picture on the LCD monitor is adjusted, the recorded video will not chan
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LCD MONITOR If the LCD monitor is turned 90* so that it faces the same direction as the lens when the camera signal is being recorded during recording, recording pause, instant review, editing, A/V dubbing or A/V dubbing pause, the image on the monitor screen will become a mirror image, and the viewfinder will turn on. The on-screen display on the LCD monitor will also be as if reflected on a mirror. If the monitor is closed with the screen facing to the side, the mirror image will c
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ACTIVE SCREEN ACTIVE SCREEN The camcorder automatically brightens the backlight of the LCD monitor when you are recording a bright subject outdoors, so that the LCD screen is easy to see. NOTES: When you record a bright subject outdoors, the camcorder operating time will be less than when recording indoors. Even if you record outdoors, the LCD monitor backlight may not brighten, if you are aiming at a dark subject. POWER SOURCES WHEN USING WITH THE BATTERY (Provided) To attac
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ACTIVE SCREEN 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 used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the AC adaptor/charger to power the camcorder. WHEN USING WITH THE CAR BATTERY (By using optional car battery cord Hitachi VM-CC70A) 1. Connect the small plug of the car battery cord to the "
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CHARGING THE BATTERY 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 must remove the DC cord from the AC adaptor/charger to charge the battery. If the DC cord is connected, the "CHARGE" light will not light. 3. The "CHARGE" lig
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CHARGING THE BATTERY battery tends to discharge if not used for an extended period of time. If the battery is stored for a extended length of time without being recharged, you may not be able to recharge it. A battery charged after being stored for a long period may not supply power for the specified time. Additional rechargings will help restore the battery's operation time. The battery should be charged at a temperature of 50ºF - 86ºF (10ºC - 30ºC) to prevent damage. Do not operat
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INSERTING AND REMOVING CASSETTES INSERTING AND REMOVING CASSETTES A power source must be connected before inserting or removing cassettes. Once connected, cassettes can be inserted or removed whether the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch is on or off. Inserting a cassette 1. Connect the POWER SOURCE. (See pages 10 and 11.) 2. Press "STOP/EJECT". The cassette door will open automatically. 3. Insert the cassette so the transparent window is toward you and the arrow toward the cassette holder. Slide
