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TABLE OF CONTENTS
HITACHI
Instruction Manual
8mm Video Camera/Recorder
VM-H39A
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. Western Regional Office
For information concerning repairs, operation or 401 West Artesia Boulevard,
Compton,
technical assistance, please contact the Service California 90220
Department of your nearest Regional Office. Tel. 310-537-8383
Eastern Regional Office HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF
1290 Wall Street West HAWAII, INC
Lyndhurst, New Jersey 0707
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................ 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................................................................................. 4 FEATURES................................................................................................................................................. 7 ACCESSORIES
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SYNCHRO EDIT...................................................................................................................................... 73 ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL DC CAMERA LIGHT (VM-CP4)...................................................... 75 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................ 77 HEAD CLEANING ..................................................................
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol warms the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part o
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS PRECAUTIONS 5
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Any problems that occur as a result of any of the following conditions will not be covered by our warranty. Be careful that no water, dust or sand enters the camera/recorder. When you are not using the camera/recorder, switch off the power and attach the lens cap. When you shoot at a scene which contains an extremely bright object such as the sun or a light source, a bright vertical bar may appear in the picture. Your camera/recorder is functioning properly, bu
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FEATURES FEATURES • Hi8 • Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) • Color Electronic Viewfinder (EVF) • Digital Filter • Auto Focus Power Zoom Lens with macro feature • Digital Zoom up to X16 • Flying Erase Head • Solid-state camera pickup • Time and date • Program AE (Auto Exposure) • Titler • Fade-in/Fade-out • Wireless Remote Control 7
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ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES Check that you have the following components and accessories (besides the camera/recorder unit itself) before disposing of the packing material. 1. AV Stereo Output Cord with S plug 2. Battery Pack 3. AC Adapter/Charger 4. Remote Control 5. Shoulder Strap 6. External Power Adapter 7. Batteries for Date/Time and Remote Control 8. RF Output Adapter 9. 75-ohm Coaxial Cable NOTES: • This unit uses video format cassettes. • It records and plays back in the SP
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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 Camera/Recorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for f
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS insulation. 7 Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 10
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 installat
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be l
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 fa
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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 Adapter/Charger Model VM-AC 82A. 2. Before using AC Adapter/Charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) AC Adapter/Charger, (2) battery and (3) product using battery. 3. Also read all instructions on pages 4 and 5. 4. Caution -- To reduce risk of injury, charge only r
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER "Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical". 15
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Hi8 Hi8 has realized high resolution and high picture quality when compared to the standard format. Compatibilty with conventional video camera/recorder • video cassettes are recorded in the format when the switch of this camera/recorder is set to "AUTO", and recorded in the format when it is set to "OFF". • video cassettes are recorded in the format regardless of the position of the switch. • During playback, the recording format is discriminated automatically and vi
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ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF) POSITION ADJUSTMENT ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF) POSITION ADJUSTMENT • Adjust the electronic viewfinder to a position where you can see through it easily. NOTE: Put the viewfinder back to the original position when storing the camera/recorder into the carrying case or carrying the camera/recorder. 17
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HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP Attach the shoulder strap (provided), as illustrated. 18
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LOADING BATTERIES FOR DATE/TIME AND REMOTE CONTROL LOADING BATTERIES FOR DATE/TIME AND REMOTE CONTROL You may want to install the date/time and remote control batteries (provided) immediately to prevent misplacing them. For date/time 1. Pull the battery holder. 2. Insert the date/time battery with the "+" terminal facing up. 3. Fully insert the battery hjolder into the camera/recorder. For remote control 1. Pull the battery holder from the remote control (provided). 2. Place
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LOADING BATTERIES FOR DATE/TIME AND REMOTE CONTROL equivalent. • Instructions for setting the date and time are on page 22. You can do that later if desired after you're more familiar with your camera/recorder. • Dispose of battery safely and in accordance with local laws. • Do not dispose of in fire. WARNING: Keep this battery away from children. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment. 20
