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Hitachi VM-H835LA Camcorder User Manual

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1. 6 Press the PLAY button to begin playback 7 Press the STOP button when finished Connecting to a Television with Audio In and Video In Jacks Ta FRE IRT 1 T To AUO IM La R Yel D7 T T iMhites Redi ae FIDE jtilackh AY Steed Chetput Cable pram k Th audi iden Input Chel put tack 1 Connect the provided AV stereo output cable to the AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks of your television Connect either the right or left audio plug into your television if it has only one AUDIO IN jack 39 Playing Back Your Recording on Your TV 2 Connect the free square plug to the Audio Video Input Output jack of the camcorder 3 Insert a previously recorded cassette into the camcorder 4 Turn on your television and set to the camcorder input mode consult your television manual for details 5 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to VIDEO CAM OFF VIDEO Switch _ p i Bs Ji ayy A ENA ee ee Let PLAY Button Qo le STOP Button 6 Press the PLAY button to begin playback 7 Press the STOP button when finished Connecting to a Television without Audio In and Video In Jacks Connection Diagram 1 Disconnect the VHF antenna leads from the back of the television Leave the UHF antenna leads connected 2 Connect the VHF antenna lead to ANT IN of the RF output adapter If the cable on the VHF antenna lead is flat you need to purchase an antenna adapter
2. buttons Using Audio Video Dubbing k i Use audio video dubbing to record audio and video from the camcorder s built in microphone and camera onto a previously recorded tape in the camcorder COUNTER RESET Butten A PANSE ETART STOP Folton 1 Connect your camcorder to the television following Connecting to a Television with Audio In and Video In Jacks on page 31 2 Turn on your television and place it in the camcorder input mode consult your television manual for details 3 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to VIDEO 4 Insert a previously recorded tape in the camcorder 5 Use the wireless remote control and press the PLAY button Use the PLAY F FWD and REW buttons to find the place where you want to stop dubbing Press the PAUSE START STOP button 62 Recording Television Programs 6 Display the linear timer counter with memory Using Memory p41 Press the COUNTER RESET button to set the linear time counter to 0 00 00M 7 Use the REW and PLAY buttons to find where you wish to start dubbing Press the PAUSE START STOP button 8 Press and hold the A V DUB button while pressing the PLAY button This places the camcorder in A V DUB pause mode 9 Press the PAUSE START STOP button The audio video dubbing starts When the linear time counter reaches 0 00 00M the camcorder stops automatically recording only the portion of the tape that you selected Re
3. 300 ohm to 75 ohm transformer Connect the antenna adapter to the VHF antenna lead and slide the adapter on to the ANT IN terminal 3 Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable of the RF output adapter to the VHF antenna terminals on the back of the television If the television is set up to connect to a flat antenna lead you need to purchase antenna adapter 75 ohm to 300 ohm transformer Connect the adapter to the 75 ohm coaxial cable of the RF output adapter and connect the free ends of the adapter to the VHF antenna terminals at the back of your television 4 Connect the RF output adapter cable to the Audio Video Input Output jack of your camcorder 5 Turn your television on and select channel 3 channel 4 if channel 3 is a channel used in your area 6 Select the CH3 or CH4 on the RF output adapter matching the channel selected on your television 7 Insert the previously recorded cassette into the camcorder 8 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to VIDEO 9 Press the PLAY button to begin playback 10 Press the STOP button when finished 40 Advanced Techniques Advanced Techniques The Hitachi VM H835LA offers a diverse group of features that add interest and excitement to your video Adding fades to smooth transitions creates video with a professional look As you learn and practice with these features think of situations that they might fit in and add a special touch Changing the
4. 3621 Accessories Add Excitement We know that once you discover how much your Hitachi VM H835LA can add to your life you will want to use these accessories for even more excitement Converter lenses and car cords are just a few of the matching accessories available to you from Hitachi Hitachi takes you to wherever your imagination leads Available Accessories PARTS APPEARANC PURPOSE NO E PARTS APPEARANC PURPOSE NO E Stationary shooting eI Monopod brace to unit for mounting m steady camcorder Dc power source for camcorder using television with RF al cigarette lighter antenna connector socket Rechargeable Li T Rechargeable Li ion battery ion battery 1350mAh Type 2700mAh Type Allows the camcorder to record from sources with To place an order for any of these items call our toll free number or use the ordering form on page 61 1 800 995 4500 More Available Accessories 69 Accessories Add Excitement NO NO 50 peas FL46K D Filters and lens effects TA pieces for ND filter i and MC protector Add on lenses for ee Connect to the cam telephoto 1 4 amp Ln Se corder for dubbing on wide angle 0 J fa tape in any VCR viewing which can respond to the remote control To Order in the United States By Phone To place an order by phone have your VISA MASTERCARD or DISCOVER card ready and call the toll free number 8 00AM 6 00PM East Coast Time workdays 1
5. 800 995 4500 In Canada Please use Canadian order form in French version of this manual Page 61 By Mail Complete the order form on page 61 Detach it and send it to the following address with your credit card information money order or check in U S currency and payable to HiTRON Inc HiTRON is a subsidiary of Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc HiITRON Inc 675 Old Peachtree RD Suwanee GA 30174 Please allow two to three weeks for delivery If there is a current back order status on the model s you ordered we will notify you Thank you for allowing us Hitachi and HiT RON to be of service to you our valued customer FOR AUTHORIZED HITACHI SERVICE FACILITY IN CANADA Please consult the following telephone number Montreal 514 956 9882 Toronto 905 821 4545 Vancouver 604 214 0777 U S A only NAME HOME ADDRESS APT NO CITY ZIP CODE S O L D T O HOME PHONE S NAME H 70 Accessories Add Excitement HOME ADDRESS CITY No P O BOX STATE O HOME PHONE _ MASTER CA wath VE CARD OF DISS yer CAN 2 000 MIMI IR On Ore CHECE G CARD EXPIRA NON JA lE ALTHOMZEO SIS hae CATE a Order am for VM H835LA Description PartNo Price Qty Total TRIPOD CSV p995 o e SOFT CASE ______ CB29US___ 9 95 J REPLACEMENT BATTERY VM BPL13 59 95 REPLACEMENT BATTERY VM BPL27__ 119 95 CAR BATTERY CORD _ VM CC80A 69 95 AV IN CABLE SO VM CH
6. Angle of the LCD Monitor when Recording You can change the angle of the LCD monitor so that the picture on the LCD screen can be monitored from different positions See LCD Monitor p 19 for the range in which you can change the angle of the LCD monitor Recording an Image of Yourself while Monitoring the LCD Screen 1 Open the LCD monitor Opening the LCD Monitor p19 2 Turn the LCD monitor so the monitor screen faces the same direction as the lens Press the START STOP button on the remote control and the camcorder will begin recording 4 Date Recording Date Recording When the date has been set the camcorder will enter the automatic date recording mode automatically CAM OFF VIDEO Swich Button 1 Press the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM 2 Press the DATE DISP button to specify the date display you want to record AUTO and Date Automatic Date Recording This option records the date automatically once a day at the beginning of recording for 10 seconds AUTO 11 5 1998 TITLE and Date Automatic Title and Date Recording This option records the date and created title see Creating and Recording a Title 043 automatically once a day at the beginning of recording for 10 seconds HAPPY BIRTHDAY 42 Date Recording TITLE 11 5 1998 Date Date Recording The camcorder records the date with the picture all the time 11 5 1998 No Displ
7. a recorded tape into the camcorder 3 Set the CAM OFF VIDEO switch of the camcorder to VIDEO Turn the recording VCR on and select line input 4 Press the PROGRAM button of the remote control The program display appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor 58 Simple Programmable Edit Edit remote control is optional accessory PROG 1 0 00 02 5 Press the button and use the or button to search for the starting point of the segment you want to copy Press and then to set the camcorder to the play pause mode The linear time counter counts when searching for the starting point Use the FORWARD and REVERSE buttons in the play or pause mode to fine adjust the tape position Press FORWARD and hold it the tape is played while the button is held Press REVERSE and hold it for reverse play 6 Press the IN button to store the counter reading When you press the IN button OUT flashes in the program display PROG 1 0 15 13 IN 7 Press the button to search for the end of the segment you want to copy Press and then to set the camcorder to the play pause mode Use the FORWARD or REVERSE button as required to fine adjust the tape position 8 Press the OUT button to store the counter reading at the end of the scene PROG 2 0 20 15 9 Continue programming as described above until you have entered up to four different segments 10 Load a blank tape then set the VCR to the record pause mode 11 Point
8. and time now The date and time can be recorded on your tapes to act as a handy reference when viewing them later Use the following procedure to set up the display for the current date and time Make sure that the current time is displayed correctly before you start filming 28 Setting the Date and Time REW REVIEW m i Buthow are en SEAE EER F FWD Button 1 Load the battery Loading the Batteries Camcorder batteries p16 Press the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM 2 Press the DATE DISP button and look into the viewfinder or LCD monitor The date and time should appear in the lower right with the 1 flashing 12 00 AM 1 1 1997 3 Pressing the F FWD button gives you higher numbers while the REW REVIEW button gives you lower numbers Select the right month and press STOP button Use the F FWD REW REVIEW and STOP buttons to select the proper day year hour minute and AM or PM 12 00 AM 11 5 1997 4 After setting the AM PM press the DATE DISP button The display changes and the internal clock starts 6 30 AM 11 5 1997 Basic Techniques Correcting the Date and Time 1 Press the DATE DISP button while pressing the STOP button The flashing cursor appears at the month 2 Move to where you need to make the correction with the STOP button and use the F FWD and REW REVIEW to correct 3 Press the DATE DISP button to set the corrected date and tim
9. completely visible Slide the tab in the opposite direction until the tab disappears to record on the cassette again m To prevent recording To re record LCD Monitor 23 LCD Monitor When using the LCD monitor during recording 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 Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Screen 1 Load the battery Loading Batteries Camcorder Batteries p16 Press the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM or VIDEO CAM OFF VIDEO Switch 2 Use the bright control on the side of the LCD monitor to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen Range in which the LCD Monitor can be moved Adjusting the Electronic Viewfinder Viewed from Top Cautions on LCD Monitor Screen e Do not touch the LCD screen with your fingers as the screen could get dirty and the picture will not be seen clearly If the LCD screen becomes dirty use a soft cloth to wipe off the dirt e If the camcorder is used in a cold place and becomes too cold the LCD screen will be dim for a while after the power is turned on When the temperature inside the camcorder rises the brightness of the picture will become normal e Do not hold by the LCD monitor as this could cause a malfunction e Open the LCD monitor by 90 before changing its direction If you were to attempt to i
10. page 36 19 FADE Button The FADE button features four modes white fade wipe fade zoom fade and black and white fade Using Fade p38 20 DATE DISP Button When the CAM OFF VIDEO switch is set to CAM this button can be used as the DATE button set the date and time and select the date display you want to record Setting the Date and Time p22 and Date Recording p35 In the VIDEO mode the DATE DISP button is used as the DISPLAY button Using the Display Button p40 21 FOCUS Control Buttons Press these buttons simultaneously to select manual or automatic focus For manual focusing Using Manual Focus p26 press the or buttons to bring the subject into focus When using manual focus FOCUS appears in the viewfinder or LCD 14 Identifying Controls monitor 22 DC IN Jack When using the AC adapter charger connect one end of the DC cord provided to this jack and the other end to the DC OUT jack of the AC adapter charger When using the car battery cord optional connect this jack and the DC OUTPUT jack of the car battery cord 23 AUDIO VIDEO Output Jacks Behind the jack cover You can use an audio video cable not supplied instead of the AV stereo output cable provided when viewing the playback picture on the TV etc e Connect the yellow plug of the audio video cable to the yellow jack VIDEO OUT and the white plug to the white jack AUDIO OUT e The playback sound becomes monaural 24
11. press the D EFFECT button until MOSAIC appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor The image in the viewfinder or LCD monitor will be in mosaic Normal Mode Mosaic Mode 3 Press the start stop button to start recording e To release the mosaic mode press the D EFFECT button repeatedly in recording pause until normal mode is restored Using Fade Use the fade feature to add a professional touch to your recordings Use the FADE button to select one of the four fade options e White fade Fades in from a white screen or fades out to a white screen t appears in the upper left corner of the viewfinder or LCD monitor 46 Using Fade Face In Fade Out e Wipe fade The picture opens gradually from the center of a black screen or closes into the center to a black screen 41 appears in the upper left corner of the viewfinder or LCD monitor Fade I Fade Out e Zoom fade Fades in while zooming from a white screen or fades out while zooming to a white screen H appears in the upper left corner of the viewfinder or LCD monitor Fade In Fade Out e Black and white fade Fades in from a black and white screen or fades out to a black and white screen B W appears in the upper left corner of the viewfinder or LCD monitor he Fade In ES eee Hee a F ni Fade Uut a Fading In 1 Use the FADE button to select a fade option before recording 2 Press the Start Stop button
12. seconds and then disappears The zoom position is displayed In iM steps 7 nom position Using the 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 or LCD monitor Slide and hold the power zoom control to the T side 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 or LCD monitor normal zoom functions resume Power Zoom Control ax WE B Ae h i P AY 34 Using the INST ZOOM Instant Zoom Button Using the INST ZOOM Instant Zoom Button The instant zoom feature activates the digital zoom to magnify the subject 1 5 times regardless of zooming engaged by the power zoom T and W controls Press the INST ZOOM button I ZOOM appears at the left of the viewfinder or LCD monitor and the picture is magnified 1 5 times INST ZOOM Button This function allows you to shoot subjects as close as 3 8 inches 1cm Press and hold the power zoom control W The camera focuses on the subject automatically Check your lighting as it tends to be insufficient when filming close up Power Zoom Control W 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 35 Playback
13. than when recording indoors Note Even if you record outdoors the LCD monitor backlight may not brighten if you are aiming at a dark subject Playback You can view recorded pictures on the 3 inch LCD monitor immediately after recording 1 Open the LCD monitor and then adjust the angle of the monitor Opening the LCD Monitor xD o 2 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to VIDEO 3 Press the REW REVIEW button to the position where you want to start playback 4 Press the PLAY button and play back the tape To adjust the volume adjust the Volume control at ae of the camcorder Volume decreases Y 5 Press the STOP button when you have finished Note Decrease the sound volume of the camcorder when you play back a recording by connecting the camcorder to your TV If the volume of the camcorder is set to maximum the played back picture may be distorted Make sure that the volume is not set to maximum during recording as it could distort the played back picture Note When the LCD monitor is turned on and left as it is the monitor becomes warm but this does not indicate fault Note When the CAM OFF VIDEO switch is set to CAM or VIDEO the LCD monitor is turned on and off automatically when the LCD monitor is opened and closed Note It is recommended that you close the LCD monitor to save the battery power when playing back a picture on a TV or recording or TV program
14. the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to CAM pressed e Connect the camcorder and TV or VCR PLAYBACK OF PRE RECORDED CASSETTE No picture appears on television screen Set the television to the camcorder channel 3 or when The PLAY is pressed TV is 4 depending upon the selected channel in the RF connected to the camcorder by using channel select switch of RF output adapter RF output adapter Interference on playback picture TV is When you see the playback picture on your TV connected to the camcorder by using _ adjust fine tuning knob on television set to obtain RF output adapter best picture Picture bends at the top of the TV e TV receiver is older type It needs to be modified screen to work properly with camcorder e Tape is damaged Try another cassette too faint or change e Slide the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to VIDEO e Insert the clock battery set the date and time then 66 Specifications start recording e Do not remove the clock battery after recording e Do not eject the recorded cassette Leave it in the camcorder BATTERY CONDITION Check Point amp Correction The indication in the electronic e Try another battery or charge the battery viewfinder flashes to indicate battery is discharged The battery level indicator appears This does not indicate a fault it is because the differently on the LCD monitor andin power consumed by the LCD monitor and viewfinder the viewfinder is diffe
15. the remote control at the receiver on the VCR and press the COPY START button to start simple programmable edit e The camcorder automatically searches for the beginning of the first segment and starts playback The recording VCR automatically starts recording e After recording the first segment the camcorder automatically searches for the 59 Controlling Your TV with the Camcorder s Remote Control beginning of the next segment and resumes playback The recording VCR is automatically released from the record pause mode and resumes recording e It continues recording and pausing until all the programmed segments are edited 12 When simple programmable edit is finished the camcorder will enter the stop mode and the VCR will enter the record pause mode Note If you make a mistake during programming start again from the beginning or press the COUNTER RESET button to return to the previous steps one by one and enter the correct program data Note After the simple programmable edit is finished the programmed data is erased If you want to continue editing other segments repeat steps 5 12 Note Most VCRs recording machine may be released from the record pause mode if it continues for more than five minutes Note The dubbing start and end positions may slightly drift from the specified positions when certain VCRs are used Note Reduce the volume of the camcorder as low as possible during dubbing Otherwise the played back pictures co
16. without viewing it Note Only the playback sound is heard The sound being recorded is not heard Simple Playback Using the Electronic Viewfinder or LCD monitor 1 Insert the cassette Inserting and Removing Cassettes p18 36 Playback 2 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to VIDEO 3 Press the PLAY button and enjoy your video 4 Press the STOP button when finished Using Still To view a still picture during playback press the Start Stop Press the Start Stop button again to resume playback If you leave the camcorder in play pause mode for more than 5 minutes the camcorder automatically stops the cassette to prevent damage to the tape You can view a still picture with less noise on the LCD monitor Normal Mode 160 Modi Using Forward and Reverse Search When looking for a particular point in your videotape use the F FWD button and REW REVIEW button to find the spot quickly When the LCD monitor is closed e Press F FWD button during playback to play the tape forward at approximately 9 times normal speed Press PLAY button to return to normal playback e Press REW REVIEW button during playback to play the tape backwards at approximately 7 times normal speed Press PLAY button to return to normal playback 37 Playing Back Your Recording on Your TV a aL 1 GS if i a _ ita REW REVIFW DRFA Burthon When the LCD monitor is open Clear S
17. you press the button corresponding to your brand of television as shown in the chart page 51 For example if you have an RCA television press CH a and DISPLAY at the same time If this button combination sends a signal that matches your TV the channel will change on the TV and you ll know the remote is set to control the television e f that button combination does not change the TV channel go through the whole list of button combinations 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 lf the TV channel 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 Zenith VOL Y sony ZOOM W Magnavox REW sanyo PLAY Gold Star 1 F FWD Toshiba AV DUB Gold Star2 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 e 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 6l Using Audio Video Dubbing The buttons enclosed and identified with TY can be used ress oR aa and these
18. 40 Recorder s Remote Control The shaded buttons on the remote control have the same functions as the corresponding buttons on the camcorder 41 A V DUB Button only on the remote control Use this button to record new audio and video over existing audio and video 42 DISPLAY Button Use this button to select the viewfinder or LCD monitor and TV display Using the Display Button p40 This button can be used instead of the DATE DISP button on the camcorder in the VIDEO mode 43 TITLE ON OFF Button only on the remote control Use this button to create and record titles for your tapes Creating and Recording a Title p 43 44 COUNTER RESET Button only on the remote control Use this button to reset the linear time counter to 0 00 00 45 REVIEW Button Used to review the last few seconds of the recorded segment in the record pause mode Loading Clock and Remote Control Batteries Loading Clock and Remote Control Batteries Install the batteries to prevent misplacing them Clock Battery 1 Pull out the battery holder terminal facing up Remote Control Battery 1 Push the tab to the right of the remote control and hold it then remove the battery holder i w x Siy w Ss ks r a hy 3 L 7 wo lak Hatter Hehe 2 Press the PLAY button and hold it for about two seconds 3 Insert the battery with terminal facing up as shown in the figure 4 Replace the battery holder with batter
19. DISP button the DISPLAY button on the remote control to display SEARCH in the viewfinder or LCD monitor 3 Press the REW REVIEW button to search for the start position from which you last made a recording or the F FWD button to recording end position SEARCH will appear while the start position is being searched for SEARCH while the end position is being searched for 4 When the required position is located the camcorder enters the stop mode and SEARCH disappears from the viewfinder or LCD monitor TET t iL a Note If you have ejected the casseite this function will not operate with that cassette When a cassette Is inserted and the recording is started the position is identified as the recording start position on that day Note If the clock battery is not inserted the date search function does not operate when the battery providing the power to the camcorder is removed Note When the cassette was recorded by another camcorder the date search function does not operate Note The date search function is released when you press the STOP button during date search mode 50 Using Memory Using Memory The linear time counter memory stops a rewinding tape at approximately 0 00 00M This feature helps in locating a specific point in the tape to which you wish to return An example might be that you have recorded some tape that you have already watched you continue recording but do not care to watch the
20. Important Safety Information HITACHI Instruction Manual Fli El Smm Video Camcorder VM H83S5SLA HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS HITACHI HSC CANADA INC AMERICA INC 6740 Campobello Road 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd Norcross GA 30093 Mississauga Ontario LSN 2L8 Tel 770 279 5600 CANADA Tel 905 821 4545 HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII INC 3219 Koapaka Street Honolulu Hawai 96819 Tel 808 836 3621 Thank you for buying a Hitachi product Please take time to become familiar with the manual and how it is set up Keep it handy for future reference QR17262 Hitachi Ltd 1997 Printed in Japan KN S N Important Safety Information TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER CHARGER Important Safety Information Important Safety Information Important Safety Information For Your Safety The CAM OFF VIDEO switch turns the camcorder on and off leaving the date time feature unaffected If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period of time turn the camcorder off and close the lens door The camcorder and AC adapter charger have the following caution marks Important Safety Information 4h _ This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included Therefore it should be read carefully to avoid any problems CAUTION TO REDUCE THE
21. OMIN 24 95 CONVERSION LENS SET VM CL12TW 139 95 FILTERKIT _NMFL6oK 99 95 FILTERKIT __ NMFL46K B995 J ooo MOVIE MOUNT SO VM MMB0_9 95 J J RF OUTPUT ADAPTER VM RF86A R 49 95 ASSETTE TAPE Pe 120SRG_ 9 95 EDIT REMOTE CONTROL 7 95 L Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise 10 00 Minimum Order State Sales Tax Only for Georgia 5 or California 7 75 Use VISA Mastercard Discover card check or money order No COD or cash accepted Yes Send me information on Hitachi extended Service plan Future information on accessories Thank you 71
22. Power Supply Attachment Section Attach the battery here Camcorder Batteries p16 25 Shoulder Strap Slots Attach the shoulder strap here Right side Underside Illustration 26 BATTERY EJECT Lever Releases the battery attached to camcorder 2 7 EJECT Switch Slide this switch to open the cassette door A power source must be connected before cassettes can be inserted or removed though the CAM OFF VIDEO switch may be set to OFF Inserting and Removing Cassettes p18 28 Power Zoom Control Use this to zoom automatically Using the Power Zoom p 26 29 PLAY Button Use to playback recorded tapes 30 STOP button Use this button to stop playback fast forward or reverse Also use this button to set date and time 31 Audio Video Input Output Jack Behind the jack cover Use this jack to connect the camcorder to a VCR or television Playing Back Your Recording on Your TV p30 31 Dubbing from the Camcorder to a VCR p45 Recording Television Programs p53 32 REW REVIEW Button Use this button to fast forward tapes or for visual search During visual search the camcorder rewinds at approximately 7 times normal playback speed Using Forward and Reverse Search p29 Also use this button to set date and time Furthermore use this button to review the last few seconds of the tape you are recording 33 F FWD Button Use this button to fast forward tapes or for visual search During visual search the camcorder fast forwards at app
23. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY INSERT PLUG WARNING Many television programs and films are copyrighted In certain circumstances copyright law may apply to private in home videotaping of copyrighted materials This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations This camcorder can use and MiB video cassettes It automatically determines the loaded cassette is E or MiB and records and plays it back correctly 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 appear as colored bright dots This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology 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 of Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful int
24. RSTUVWXYZ012345 Pe fisia 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 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 EEEE YE LEI 9 Attachments Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 product on an unstable card stand tripod bracket or table The video product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and seriou
25. al treatment Part No 5616583 Optional RF Adapter If you wish to connect this camcorder to a television that does not have audio video input jacks you will need to use the optional RF adapter model VM RF86A R The RF adapter can be purchased by calling the telephone number below For your convenience Visa Master Card and American Express credit cards are accepted The RF adapter can also be purchased by mail by sending either money order or your credit card information to the following address HiTRON Inc 675 Old Peachtree RD Suwanee GA 30174 Tel 1 800 995 4500 For more information concerning the purchase of camcorder accessories please see the optional accessory listing on page 61 Identifying Controls Front Left Side Illustration 1 Lens Door Slide the lens door opener to open and close the lens door To protect the lens keep the lens door closed when not recording 2 Lens F1 4 2 8 4 64mm 16 1 power zoom lens with auto focus and auto iris functions 3 Lens Door Opener Slide the opener to open and close the lens door Align with OPEN to open the lens door for recording Align with CLOSE to close it Hold down the small button in the opener as you slide it to CLOSE However you need not hold it down to slide the opener to OPEN 4 Electronic Viewfinder 5 Diopter Control To use the electronic viewfinder turn this control for your optimum focus adjustment 6 Stereo Microphone sensitive to sounds c
26. appears and the camcorder is now ready to record 30 Using Instant Review 5 When you are ready to record press the Start Stop button REC appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor and the camcorder records the picture you see in the viewfinder or LCD monitor 6 To stop recording press the Start Stop button and REC disappears from the viewfinder or LCD monitor replaced by Ii This places the camcorder in standby 7 After recording close the lens door Press and hold the small button in the lens door opener and then slide it to CLOSE CA M OFE VIDEO owitch ny uiia Button Note If the LCD monitor is opened or closed the monitor picture is switched between the viewfinder and LCD monitor during recording the on screen display will disappear for about one second It is recommended that you do not switch the picture during recording as the date or title superimposed in the picture being recorded will disappear for about one second Note If the LCD monitor is opened or closed during recording several white stripes may appear in the picture but this does not indicate a fault However these stripes are recorded with the picture so it is recommended that you do not close or open the LCD monitor during recording Note TAPE flashes in the viewfinder or LCD monitor when the tab on the side of the cassette is completely visible Note TAPE END flashes in the viewfinder or LCD monitor when about 3 minutes or less remain of the
27. ay No Date Recording The camcorder does not record the date Date and Time Date and Time Recording The camcorder records the date and time with the picture all the time 10 20 AM 11 5 1998 3 Press the start stop button Recording will start 43 Digital Effects Recording Digital Effects Recording The digital processor in this camcorder allows you to record picture and add special effects 16x9 recording mode a negative image negative positive recording 130 times digital Zoom feature a symmetric image obtained by placing a mirror at the center of the screen half mirror recording and an image in mosaic mosaic recording e Each time the D EFFECT button is pressed the recording mode is switched o 7 sO 16X9 Mode Negative Positive Mode X130 Digital Zoom Mode E Normal Mode Mosaic Mode Half Mirror Mode 16x9 Mode Recording The picture format can be switched from the 4 3 the picture format of an ordinary TV 44 Digital Effects Recording set to 16x9 1 Place the camcorder in record pause 2 Press the D EFFECT button until 16x9 appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor The top and bottom of the picture in the viewfinder or LCD monitor become black bars Normal Mode 16X9 Mode 3 Press the start stop button to start recording e To release the 16x9 mode press the D EFFECT button repeatedly in recording pause until normal mode is restored Negative Positive Recording 1 Place the ca
28. cording Television Programs lf your television or VCR has AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks you can record television programs with your camcorder Recording Television Programs Illustration 1 Connect the optional AV input cable to the VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT jacks of your television or VCR 2 Connect the free plug to the AV IN OUT jack of your camcorder 3 Connect the camcorder to a power source 4 Insert a cassette in the camcorder 5 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to CAM 6 Turn your television or VCR on and tune it to the channel you wish to record from 7 Press the Start Stop button to start recording the program that is on the screen of the television 8 Press the Start Stop button again to stop recording hare Sop Dathan 63 General Maintenance General Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder Heads Dirt can accumulate on the video heads on the camera causing the playback picture to become blurred or appear as if video information is lost This often means that the video heads are dirty Use a video head cleaner such as a dry type head cleaning tape to clean the heads lf after cleaning the heads the picture does not clear up consult your nearest dealer or VCR service center for professional head cleaning a ye T lt i Oh ee ashe ge ELET PS See ee Si The lens of the electronic viewfinder can be user cleaned if dust dirt or other for
29. e Basic Techniques The batteries are in place and charged the date and time are set and you are familiar with the controls its time to make a recording Basic recording is easy and simple Hooking up the camcorder to your TV is not complicated but give yourself plenty of time to ensure connections are correct This section guides you through basic recording and playback Practice the basic techniques of recording and playback on something unimportant such as traffic or a short tour of your backyard Once familiar with how the machine works you can move to the more sophisticated features with less stress Let s get started Making a Basic Recording The Hitachi VM H835LA uses PROGRAM AE auto exposure that automatically selects the optimum shutter speed either 1 60 1 120 1 180 1 250 1 350 1 500 1 750 1 1000 1 1500 1 2000 or 1 4000 of a second The iris adjusts automatically in response to shutter speed 1 Connect the camcorder to a power source Loading Batteries Camcorder Batteries p 16 p17 2 Open the LCD monitor and insert a cassette Inserting and Removing Cassettes p18 lf you want to view the picture being recorded on the LCD monitor leave the monitor open If you want to view the picture in the viewfinder close the LCD monitor 3 To open the lens door slide the lens door opener to OPEN Lens Door Opener p20 4 Press the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM H
30. e Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to stabilize in the ambient conditions of the surroundings before inserting a cassette When moved from a cold place to a warm humid place 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 When a small amount of moisture is sensed TAPE flashes in the viewfinder or LCD monitor Remove the cassette and set the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to OFF then wait for about one hour 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 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 was i 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions 4 Polarized Plug This video product is equipped with a polar
31. earch You can view pictures with less noise on the LCD monitor during forward or reverse search e Press F FWD button during playback to play the tape forward at 6 times normal speed Press PLAY button to resume normal playback e Press REW REVIEW button during playback to play the tape backwards at 4 times normal speed Press the PLAY button to resume normal playback Playing Back Your Recording on Your TV Depending on the setup of your video equipment you connect the camcorder in one of the 3 methods explained below Connecting to a Television with a VCR Attached lont any a To ALT IN Lj RY Yellow hiter Redi 3 VIDEO Blark AY Stereo Cealput Cable iprovided To Aadio Vido input ubpest Pack 1 Connect the provided A V stereo output cable to the AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks 38 Playing Back Your Recording on Your TV of your VCR Connect either the right or left audio plug into your VCR if it has only one AUDIO IN jack 2 Connect the free square plug to the Audio Video Input Output jack of the camcorder 3 Insert a previously recorded cassette into the camcorder 4 Turn on your VCR and place it in the camcorder input mode consult your VCR manual for details Operate the television as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR 5 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to VIDEO CAM OFF VIDEO Switch PLAY Button Vo WE Ib ETOP Button
32. ectric shock or fire 13 To reduce risk of electric shock unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Before You Begin 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 and all accessories 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 camcorder is functioning properly but the solid state pickup device C C D 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 F 60 C or the pickup device may be damaged Dangerous includes e Inside a car with the windows closed and in direct sunshine e Near heating appliances Do not leave the viewfinder lens and the liquid crystal display LCD facing sunlight for a prolonged period or the phosphorescent surface of the cathode ray tube and the LCD panel may be damaged 10 Read This First Read This First To guide you we ve included e An Important Safety Information section containing important cautions for your family s safety as well as instruction for getting your video camcorder ready for use Please read and understand this section thoroughly before moving on e A Getting Started sec
33. ed in memory can be displayed and recorded at any time A title contains two lines of up to 16 characters per line The camcorder contains 47 different characters for creating a title When creating and recording a title use the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control When creating a title in the CAM mode the DATE DISP button of the camcorder can be used instead of the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control 52 Creating and Recording A Title TITLE should be displayed in the viewfinder or LCD monitor at this time TITLE OASCHFF Hatton LTF Butlin E i eee F i s ii I i an REW Bitte 7 _ i EEY Buiken _ en lt i T p zep gaa Creating a Title 1 Connect the camcorder to a power source 2 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch and slide it to either CAM or VIDEO 3 Press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control and a flashing cursor appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor ee 4 Use the STOP button to place the cursor where you wish to begin your title 5 Use the F FWD and REW buttons to select the first character of your title SO 6 Once you ve selected a character press the STOP button to set it Creating and Recording A Title J 7 Complete the title by repeating steps 5 and 6 JANE S BIRTHDAY 8 When you complete your title press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control to store the title in memory and remove the title graphics from the viewfi
34. eign matter adheres to it 1 Pull out the eye cup to the position where a mark can be seen up to a half where it can be pulled out all the way The side with the mark should be up 2 Turn the eye cup counterclockwise until it stops then pull it out to remove 64 Troubleshooting 3 Clean the picture tube face and lens To prevent scratching use a soft non abrasive cloth swab or lens cleaning paper 5 Turn the eye cup clockwise until it stops the push it in all the way Periodic Maintenance A precision electromechanical device the Hitachi VM H835LA requires maintenance after a period of normal use We expect that no other maintenance other than head cleaning will be required during the period of warranty unless the camcorder is used either heavily or seldom Defective parts are covered by the warranty Normal maintenance is the responsibility of the owner Consult your dealer or local VCR service center for recommendations regarding normal maintenance based on your use patterns location and the age of the camcorder Troubleshooting Quality is very important at Hitachi We inspect and check every camcorder carefully at the factory under the most rigid quality control and inspection systems If problems develop please check the following possible solutions before inquiring about professional service INSERTING OR REMOVING THE CASSETTE Symptom Check Point amp Correction Cassette holder cannot be opened e C
35. erference 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 receiver 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 manufacture could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS MOISTURE Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold place to a warm humid plac
36. es not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation e If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 19 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire electric shock or other hazards 20 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product Is in safe operating condition 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 safety and operating instructions for AC Adapter Charger Model VM ACE3A 2 Before using AC Adapter Charger read all instructions and cautionary markings
37. forward rewind time Less than 8 minutes with P6 120 cassette Camera Specifications Scanning 525 lines 60 fields 30 frames Required minimum illumination 1 lux 8 lux measured by EIA method Pickup device 1 4 C C D Lens diameter 46mm 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 purchase and or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide Should you have any questions regarding in warranty service operation or technical assistance please contact Hitachi Home Electronics America Inc 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd 68 Accessories Add Excitement Norcross GA 30093 Tel 770 279 5600 Hitachi Sales Corporation of Hawaii 3219 Koapaka St Honolulu HI 96819 Tel 808 836
38. ghtly lit objects such as a neon light objects lit by spotlight etc Ee Objects behind water dappled or dusty glass 32 Using Manual Focus Seear Eea HE i tel Objects with little difference in light reflection such as a white wall 4 ETTEN Rapidly moving objects r F RN 1 i a el wr AE T gio Dark objects Using Manual Focus 1 Press the FOCUS control buttons simultaneously FOCUS displays in the viewfinder or LCD monitor 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 Press the Focus control 4 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 Fower Zoom Control i ee AU ne y oe FOCUS Control ns Buttons A S rf Using the Power Zoom 33 Using the Digital Zoom The power zoom W control widens the picture moving the subject farther away while the power zoom T control brings the subject closer narrowing the picture If ZOOM appears at the left of the viewfinder or LCD monitor the digital zoom function shown below has been engaged When the power zoom control is operated the zoom position is displayed in the viewfinder or LCD monitor for about 5
39. ized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power 6 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 AES 120 ODO m qaa 5 Power Sources This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your video dealer or local power company For video products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 6 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous and so are frayed power cords damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs They may result in a shock or fire hazard Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation Characters available for your ile ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP Q
40. match the VCR before starting editing 56 Simple Programmable Edit Edit remote control is optional accessory Fea E ane chee e 1 Turn the VCR on 2 Aim the remote control at the infrared receiver on the VCR and press the VCR SET button on the remote control and hold it then press the button corresponding to the VCR s maker code For example if you have a RCA VCR press the VCR SET button and hold it then press the DISPLAY button To check whether the remote control code matches that of your VCR or not point the remote control at the infrared receiver on the VCR and press the VCR SET button and hold it If the remote control code has been set the VCR channel is counted up automatically VCR Brands Press VCR SET and This Button Hitachi REVERSE Sony PROGRAM Panasonic FORWARD Toshiba IN Mitsubishi COPY START Sanyo OUT Sharp i NEC i JVC Akai A V DUB 57 Simple Programmable Edit Edit remote control is optional accessory Gold Star m PHILIPS Bi RCA DISPLAY Zenith COUNTER RESET Magnavox TITLE ON OFF You can select up to four different scenes or segments to be copied at one time To AIDHA W LL JEP W hite Rad To IDEO IK rely E VIE Black To Audin tiden Input Qutput Jack ja Edit Remote Control joptionals r AV Serer Chotput Cable pmoviched 1 Connect the edit remote control to the camcorder and then connect the AV output cable as illustrated above 2 Insert
41. mcorder in record pause 2 Repeatedly press the D EFFECT button until NEGPOS appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor The image in the viewfinder or LCD monitor will become negative Negative Positiva Mode 3 Press the start stop button to start recording e To release the negative mode press the D EFFECT button repeatedly in recording pause until normal mode is restored X130 Digital Zoom Recording 1 Place the camcorder in record pause 2 Repeatedly press the D EFFECT button until ZM 2 appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor 3 Slide and hold the power zoom control to the T side until you reach your desired magnification 4 Press the start stop button to start recording e To release the X130 digital zoom mode press the D EFFECT button repeatedly in recording pause until normal mode is restored Half Mirror Recording 1 Place the camcorder in record pause 2 Repeatedly press the D EFFECT button until MIRROR appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor The image in the viewfinder or LCD monitor will change to a symmetric image on the left 45 Using Fade and right obtained by placing a mirror at the center of the screen Normal Mode Half mirror Mode 3 Press the start stop button to start recording e To release the half mirror mode press the D EFFECT button repeatedly in recording pause until normal mode is restored Mosaic Recording 1 Place the camcorder in record pause 2 Repeatedly
42. nder or LCD monitor Characters available for your title amp BCOE F GH I J K LMAN OP ORS T UYWA YZ OT2 3 4 5 GTFrEOSOr Fey GG Poe Correcting Errors 1 Press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control 2 Use the STOP button to select the character to be corrected 3 Use the F FWD and REW buttons to correct the character 4 Press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control to store the corrected title in memory Recording Title on a Tape in the Camcorder 1 Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to CAM 2 Locate the point of the tape where you wish to record the title Using Quick Edit p40 3 Press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control 4 Press the Start Stop button to start recording the title 5 Press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control to stop recording the title The 54 Dubbing from the Camcorder to a VCR title graphics disappear from the viewfinder or LCD monitor and the camcorder can record normally Recording a Created Title while Transferring a Tape 1 Connect the camcorder to the VCR p30 2 Turn on the VCR and set it to record Hold down the red button on the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to VIDEO Press PLAY on the camcorder 3 Press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control at the point on the tape where you wish to record the title 4 Press the TITLE ON OFF button on the remote control again t
43. nvert its direction before opening it completely it could cause a malfunction e Close the LCD monitor after making sure it its parallel with the camcorder If you were to close the monitor while it faces the same direction as the lens or it is diagonal it could damage the LCD monitor e Do not disassemble the LCD monitor as this might cause a malfunction e When opening the LCD monitor be careful that no water droplets adhere the monitor screen and that no water or dust enters the camcorder through the gap as it could cause a malfunction Fi ni aaa a Adjusting the Electronic Viewfinder The electronic viewfinder adjusts simply by pivoting it to a position where it is comfortable and easy to see through Place the viewfinder back in its original position before storing the camcorder in its case or carrying the camera recorder around to avoid damaging the viewfinder or camcorder CAUTION Do not hold the unit by the electronic viewfinder when carrying as this could cause a malfunction 25 Adjustment the Hand Strap _ a Eyepiece Adjustment To use the electronic viewfinder pull out the eye cup all the way and turn the diopter control for your optimum focus adjustment Diopter Coniril s E g k Eye uj Adjustment the Hand Strap Adjust the hand strap to best fit your hand Lens Door Opener Slide the opener to open and close the lens door Align the mark with OPEN to open 26 Attaching the Sho
44. o stop recording the title Dubbing from the Camcorder to a VCR Connect the camcorder to a VCR to copy your or a friend s home 8mm recordings to VHS Camionder Play To VIDEON UE OL Te AUDIO IN iL ey F WF Ovhiel Redi er 4 IDED i flack AV Stereo Output Cable provided Malet 1 Connect your camcorder to the VCR following Playing Back Your Recording on your TV on page 30 2 Turn on your VCR and place it in the camcorder input mode consult your VCR manual for details Operate the television as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR 3 Hold down the red button of the CAM OFF VIDEO switch while you slide the switch to VIDEO 4 Insert the recorded tape in the camcorder and a blank tape into the VCR Set the 55 Simple Programmable Edit Edit remote control is optional accessory VCR to record 5 Play the tape from the camcorder while recording on the VCR Simple Programmable Edit Edit remote control is optional accessory Simple programmable edit allows you to program your camcorder to select the scenes you want to copy from a pre recorded tape Use the edit remote control optional to easily copy scenes from a recorded tape in the camcorder playback machine onto a blank tape in a table top VCR which handles infrared remote signals recording machine Programming the Remote Control for the VCR It is necessary to program the edit remote control to
45. oming from the direction in which the camera is pointed 7 Record Indicator This indicator lights when the camcorder is recording 13 Identifying Controls 8 Infrared Receiver The area where infrared signals from the wireless remote are received Aim the remote control to this area for best results 9 Speaker You can listen to the recorded sound 10 OPEN Button Push this button to open the LCD monitor 11 Bright Control Use this to adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor screen Adjusting the Brightness of the LCD Screen p19 12 Volume Control Use this to adjust the volume when viewing a played back picture on the LCD monitor Playback p28 13 LCD Monitor You can view the pictures as they are being recorded and play them back immediately after recording on the 3 inch LCD screen 14 Cassette Holder A power source must be connected to the camcorder before a cassette can be inserted or removed 15 Cassette Holder Close Button Rear Illustration 16 INST ZOOM Instant Zoom Button Use this button to magnify the image being recorded 1 5 times 17 EIS Electronic Image Stabilizer Button EIS corrects the slight shaking of an image Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer 039 18 D EFFECT Button Use this button to add special effects to your recording You can select five modes the 16 x 9 mode negative positive mode X130 digital Zoom mode half mirror mode and mosaic mode See Digital Effects Recording on
46. on 1 AC Adapter Charger 2 battery and 3 product using battery 3 Also read all instructions on pages 4 and 5 Before You Begin 5 Do not expose charger to rain or snow 6 Use of an attachment nor recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons 7 To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger 8 Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress 9 Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug replace them immediately 10 An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock If extension cord must be used make sure A The pins on plug of extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of plug on charger B That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition and C That wire size should be met below Minimum AWG size Length of extension cord feet 18 Equal to or less than 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 el
47. onnect the power source 65 Troubleshooting when you slide EJECT switch e Open the LCD monitor then slide the EJECT switch Cassette cannot be inserted into e Load cassette in direction indicated by arrow on cassette compartment cassette e Cassette window must be toward outside CAMERA RECORDING Symptom Check Point amp Correction Picture does not appear in the e Open the lens door viewfinder or LCD monitor e Slide the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to CAM e Disconnect the AV input cable from the camcorder The camcorder cannot go into the e Check the record protect tab on the cassette See recording mode even when the page 18 for details Start stop button is pressed e Push the cassette holder embossed PUSH LOCK to close it e Slide the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to CAM Picture is out of focus e Make sure that FOCUS does not appear in the Auto focus does not operate viewfinder or LCD monitor If it is displayed press FOCUS Control buttons to erase it e Auto Focus does not operate if a special effects filter is attached or the objects shown on page 25 are being recorded The created title does not appear e Insert the clock battery then create a title e Do not remove the clock battery after creating a title RECORDING TV PROGRAMS OFF THE AIR The camcorder cannot be set to the e Check the record protect tab on the cassette See recording mode even when the page 18 for details Start Stop button on the camcorder is e Set
48. ontrol allows you to switch the displays in the viewfinder or to the LCD monitor Display in the viewfinder or LCD monitor in the VIDEO mode Power on gt a ee a ee Linear Hime Linear ime counter Date search No display minber with memory function Display in the viewfinder or LCD monitor in the CAM mode Power on gt Linear time Linear ime counter counter with memory e When a recorded tape is in the camcorder during the VIDEO mode SEARCH 49 Date Search appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor Refer to Date Search on page 41 Note The linear time counter with the memory feature and SEARCH in the viewfinder or LCD monitor can also be displayed on the connected television Note If the LCD monitor is opened or closed the picture is switched during playback the on screen display in the picture will disappear for about one second and then reappear again Note When the date and time appear on the LCD monitor you cannot erase them by pressing the DISPLAY button If you want to erase the on screen display press the DATE DISP button on the camcorder Date Search The date search function memorizes the start and end positions of recordings you made on a specific day so you can easily locate those positions later as long as the cassette is left in the camcorder Note Be sure that the date and time are set 1 Attach a power source and slide the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to VIDEO 2 Press the DATE
49. oring a fully charged battery and do not store it in a place where the temperature is high this will damage the battery e Do not operate the battery at temperature below 14 F 10 C or above 113 F 45 C At extremely low temperatures operation time decreases while at high temperature the battery may be damaged e If the POWER lamp begins to flash during charging remove the battery and then reattach it to the AC adapter charger If the POWER lamp continues to flash after several attempts to attach it the battery is unable to take a charge and must be replaced e Do not attach a hot battery to the AC adapter charger Allow it to cool Attaching a hot battery to the AC adapter charger causes the POWER lamp to flash THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE THE BATTERY OR AC ADAPTER CHARGER THROWING THE BATTERY INTO FIRE OR EXPOSING IT TO EXCESSIVE HEAT ABOVE 140 F 60 C MAY CAUSE INJURY SHORTING THE BATTERY S TERMINAL INCREASES RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK Camcorder Batteries Using Battery Pack Before you install the battery for the first time it must be fully charged Seee Charging 19 Camcorder Batteries me on page 15 for details xr i Mark E 1 Align the bottom of the battery with mark P on the camcorder so that the battery fits into the grooves 2 Slide the battery downward as illustrated Removing the Battery Pack Slide the BATTERY EJECT lever in the direction of the arrow and hold i
50. rch e Automatic title recording 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 picture to appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder The following text describes the operation assuming that the viewfinder is used as a major monitor device Getting Started This section guides you through the initial preparation of the camcorder None of these processes are complex Set aside some time relax and familiarize yourself with this quality instrument Enjoy getting to know all about your Hitachi 8mm camcorder The more comfortable and familiar you are with the machine and its features the more you can make it do for you Let s get started It is crucial that you read and understand all the safety instructions before you begin If you haven t read the safety instructions yet please take the time to do so now Components and Accessories Check that you have all the following components and accessories before preceding AV stereo output cable with S VIDEO plug Battery pack AC adapter charger Batteries for date title and remote control Shoulder strap DC cord Remote control NOOR WD gt 4 WARNING Keep 12 Identifying Controls this battery away Pig A from children If SLE l swallowed consult a physician Part No TS13691 immediately for medic
51. rent NO OPERATION IS ACCEPTED Power is turned on but no button e Remove the power source and the date title operations are accepted battery And after about one minute the display in the viewfinder or LCD monitor will be reset Then set the information again TAPE DISPLAY ymptom TAPE appears in the viewfinder or e Have you moved the camcorder or cassette from a LCD monitor cold place to a warm place so that its temperature changed abruptly If the temperature has changed remove the cassette and set the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to OFF then wait for about one hour e Remove the cassette and then try to reinsert remove it several times If the indication is still shown in the viewfinder use a cleaning tape to clean the heads and replace the cassette Specifications General Specifications Power requirements 7 2V DC Power consumption 4 4W when recording LCD monitor OFF 5 5W when recording LCD monitor ON Dimensions 4 1 8 W x 4 1 2 H x 9 7 16 D 104mm x 115mm x 239mm Weight 2 03 lbs approx 920g without battery pack or cassette Operating temperature 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Specifications Storage temperature 4 F 140 F 20 C 60 C Format 8mm Record playback Two video record playback heads Video signal EIA standard NTSC color Tape speed 14 3mm sec Video input 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm Video output 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm Audio input 7 8 dBs 816mVrms Audio output 7 8 dBs 816mVrms Fast
52. roximately 9 times normal playback speed Using Forward and Reverse Search p29 Also use this button to set date and time 34 START STOP Button When the CAM OFF VIDEO switch is in CAM press this button to start recording When pressed a second time the camera pauses During playback use this button to stop the tape temporarily Pressing a second time resumes normal playback 35 CAM OFF VIDEO Power Switch 15 Loading Clock and Remote Control Batteries This switch turns the camcorder on and off Set the switch to CAM for camera recording and to VIDEO for playback Hold down the small red button as you slide the switch to CAM or VIDEO You do not need to hold down the red button to slide the switch to OFF 36 Hand Strap Refer to page 20 37 Clock Battery Compartment Pull the battery holder and install the clock battery provided See Loading Clock and Remote Control Batteries on page 14 38 Tripod Mounting Threaded Socket Use this threaded socket to mount the camcorder to a tripod 39 TV Control Buttons Used for controlling the TV e POWER Turns the TV on and off e AVX Used for recording picture and sound from an auxiliary input e VOLUME Increase 4 or decrease the volume e CHANNEL Top 4 button switches to the next higher channel bottom switches to the next lower channel For these to operate you must have preset your channels Controlling your TV with the Camcorder s Remote Control p50
53. s damage to the appliance Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer 11A An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See example below EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING 13 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the 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
54. t then slide the a to the upper side and remove n DATTERY CJCCT Lever A battery charge indicator is located on the upper right corner of the viewfinder or LCD monitor One of six WS sos when the battery is used 20 Using Alternative Power Sources ull F This flashing symbol indicates a battery nearly out of power Use an alter native power source or charger the battery before continuing to use the camcorder Using Alternative Power Sources blade fits into the wide slot If it doesn t fit try reversing it If you still cannot make fit the blades fully into the outlet either contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet or use a polarized cord or outlet accessory 2 Connect one end of the DC cord provided to the DC IN jack of the camcorder Connect the other end of the DC cord to the DC OUTPUT of the AC adapter charger AC 200 1440Y AC Plug Adapter nat supplied 21 Inserting and Removing Cassettes Using a Car Battery The camcorder can be powered with a car battery by using an optional car battery cord Hitachi VM CC80A to plug the camcorder into the car s cigarette lighter socket Please ensure that the CAM OFF VIDEO switch is in the OFF position whenever attaching or detaching any power supply ie battery AC adapter charger etc Car Battery Card a To DC OUTPUT To cigarette lighter socket De Cord ide a ipaa 1 Plug
55. tape cassette Note If the camcorder is left in record oause mode for more than 5 minutes the camcorder turns off automatically To restart it press the Start Stop button and the camera returns to record pause mode Using Instant Review Use this feature to view the last few seconds of the tape you shot 1 Set the camcorder to record pause mode and tap the REW REVIEW button The last few seconds of tape play back in reverse and then in normal playback mode Note Sound is heard from the speaker during normal playback 2 The camera plays back to the spot where you paused and returns to record pause mode standby Press the Start Stop button to resume recording 31 Using Auto Focus i i p na REW REVIEW CEA Button Start Stop Button Using Auto Focus The camcorder focuses the subject in the center of the viewfinder or LCD monitor automatically unless the manual focus is engaged If FOCUS appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor manual focus is engaged Press the FOCUS control buttons simultaneously to return to auto focus Kerr yt s A i i j T l E J F i a i f i l i Fj A No pood The auto focus will not work under the following conditions and you must focus manually 2 pe mm rf a gt e Objects outside the center of the viewfinder or LCD monitor Objects at different distances in the center of the viewfinder or LCD panne a Ch Bri
56. tape you recorded earlier The memory feature returns you to the beginning of the most recent recording 1 Start recording or playback of a cassette Press the COUNTER RESET button on the remote control at the point to which you wish to return The linear time counter clears to 0 00 00 2 Press the STOP button to stop playback or press the start stop recording and set the CAM OFF VIDEO switch to VIDEO 3 Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control so the linear time counter with memory is displayed as shown in the figure 4 Press the REW REVIEW button and the tape stops at approximately where you reset the linear time counter This feature works in F FWD as well STOP Button FFWD Button Using the Wireless Remote Control Use the wireless remote control to operate the camcorder from a distance The PLAY F FWD REW STOP PAUSE START STOP and ZOOM buttons on the wireless remote control operate the functions of the corresponding buttons on the camcorder Aim the wireless remote control at the infrared receiver of the camcorder 5I Attaching the Optional Wide or Tele Converter Lens ee Attaching the Optional Wide or Tele Converter Lens Screw the lens into the threads on the camcorder lens assembly Creating and Recording A Title Create titles easily and personalize your recordings while keeping a permanent visual record of what is contained on a tape The camcorder can store a title in its memory A title stor
57. the car battery cord into the car s cigarette lighter socket 2 Connect one end of the DC cord provided to the DC IN jack of the camcorder Connect to other end of the DC cord to the DC OUTPUT of the car battery cord 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 Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor Opening the LCD Monitor p19 2 Slide the EJECT switch LH EJECT will appear on the LCD monitor and the cassette door will open automatically EEN EJECT Switch al a a j E n Pa el bo i A 3 Place the cassette in the cassette holder so that the transparent window faces away 22 LCD Monitor from the body of the camcorder and the sprockets toward the body of the camcorder di T a SSSR SS eA Be Ae a e a Mt pels 4 Push the cassette holder which is embossed PUSH LOCK on the left hand side until it clicks into place The camcorder automatically closes PUSH LOCK Removing a Cassette Press the EJECT switch H EJECT will appear on the LCD monitor and the cassette door opens automatically Remove the cassette Protecting Recorded Material Protect 8mm cassettes from accidental erasure by sliding the tab on the side of the cassette towards the opposite side until the tab is
58. them might be fatal Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer USE 14 Cleaning Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 15 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product 16 Lightning For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm or when it its left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges 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 do
59. tion to familiarize yourself with the controls and prepare you for recording e A Basic Techniques section to allow you to use your video camcorder quickly and confidently before advancing to the more sophisticated features of the Hitachi VM H835LA e Advanced Techniques to help you with some of the exciting sophisticated features of the Hitachi VM H835LA We hope you will take the time to learn about these functions since they have been designed for you You can use the video camcorder without reading this section e A General Maintenance section to help keep your purchase in good repair We want this manual to be as helpful as possible so it includes two easy ways to find the information you need e A quick index for the information you use most often this page e A detailed table of contents directing you to specific information quickly page 8 Get to Know your video camcorder by using this manual and get to know Hitachi We appreciate your business Quick Index Charging the Battery 15 Setting the Date and Time 22 Making a Basic Recording 24 Zooming 26 Playback 28 Using the Wireless Remote Control 42 Dubbing from Camcorder to VCR 45 e Easy to use e 3 inch color liquid crystal display LCD monitor e 32x zoom ratio Getting Started e Digital effect e Electronic Image Stabilization EIS e Fade in fade out e Instant zoom e Multi function TV Cam remote control e Recorded date sea
60. to start recording fade begins automatically 47 Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer FADE Buttun ars el ale ROT 1 While recording with the camcorder use the FADE button to select a fade option 2 Press the Start Stop button to stop recording the fade begins automatically and REC flashes until the fade ends Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer The electronic image stabilizer EIS corrects slight shaking of the image being recorded and is effective in the following situations g pi 4 Sa e While you zoom to a distant subject e While you approach a small subject e While you walk around e While you record from inside a moving vehicle EIS Ienn EIS Button p 1 Press the EIS button The EIS icon appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor 2 Press the Start Stop button to start recording When EIS is engaged the viewfinder or LCD monitor image shakes with a slight delay 48 Using Quick Edit Using Quick Edit Use quick edit to search for the end of previously recorded material find a particular spot on your tape begin editing or record new material While the camera is in record pause mode hold down the F FWD REW REVIEW or PLAY button and visually search the tape Release the button and the camcorder stops the tape at the exact position you selected Ft n B 1 PLAY Bufon FFWD Buron REW REVIEW Puii Using the Display Button Pressing the DISPLAY button on the remote c
61. uld be distorted To End Programmable Simple Edit Press the PROGRAM button to remove the program display from the viewfinder or the LCD monitor Then press the stop button on the recording VCR to set it to the stop mode Controlling Your TV with the Camcorder s Remote Control The remote control is designed to be compatible with many televisions but 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 batteries 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 on the next page 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 60 Controlling Your TV with the Camcorder s Remote Control Programming the Remote Control e Turn the television on any channel is okay e Aim the camcorder s remote control at your TV set Hold down the CH a button while
62. ulder Strap the lens door for recording Align with CLOSE to close it Hold down the small button in the opener as you slide it to CLOSE However you need not hold it down to slide the opener to OPEN mall Dullon i Lens Door Opener Attaching the Shoulder Strap Thread the ends of the provided shoulder strap through the slots at the back of the camcorder and thread through the shoulder straps buckles Using the Linear Time Counter The linear time counter displays the tape run in hours minutes and seconds helping you to keep track of how long you ve been filming or time you have left to film before running out of tape Turn the camcorder on to display the linear time counter The linear time counter keeps track from when you load a cassette into the camcorder and clears to 0 00 00 when the cassette is ejected 27 Remaining Tape 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 into the camcorder and start recording or playback 10 seconds later the romanna tape will be displayed When the cassette is ejected the display will disappear js ae for 10 seconds after the tape starts to run AE 170 O00 10 rw Setting the Date and Time Take the time to set the date
63. y in the remote control making sure that it is fully inserted Charging the Battery Charging the Battery The first step is to set the battery to charge To charge the battery use the provided AC adapter charger Charge the battery on a flat surface without vibration To AC Outlet fi r CHARGE Lamp _ 1 Plug the AC adapter charger power cord into an AC outlet The POWER lamp red lights up 2 Align the bottom of the battery with mark P on the AC adapter charger and then slide it in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure The CHARGE lamp green lights up 3 The CHARGE lamp will flash at 3 second cycles to show that the battery has been charged approximately 70 of full charge When the CHARGE lamp goes out the battery has been completely charged After the lamp goes out unplug the AC adapter charger from the AC outlet and remove the battery from the AC adapter charger Charging Time Battery pack VM BPL13 Charging Full charge 70 charge VM BPL27 30 min 40 min 18 Camcorder Batteries lamp will flash at rapid cycles to show that charging is not taking place Operating Time The camcorder operating time depends on how often you turn power on off and use a and zoom recording recording Notes on the Battery e It is recommended that the battery always be left in the discharged state when not in use and charged before you use it e Avoid st

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