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HITACHI
Instruction Manual
8mm Video Camcorder
VM VM VM VM----E E E E535LA / VM 535LA / VM 535LA / VM 535LA / VM----E E E E635LA 635LA 635LA 635LA
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (AMERICA), HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
Inc. 6740 Campobello Road
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 Missisauga, Ontario, L5N 2L8
Tel. 770-279-5600 CANADA
Tel. 905-821-4545
HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF
HAWAII, INC
3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
Tel. 808-836-3621
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................ 5 For Your Safety..................................................................................................................................... 5 Important Safeguards .......................................................................................................................... 6 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER ...............
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Making a Basic Recording ................................................................................................................ 30 Using Instant Review ......................................................................................................................... 31 Using Auto Focus ............................................................................................................................... 31 Using Manual Focus .........................................
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Cleaning the Lens and Picture Tube of the Electronic Viewfinder ............................................. 60 Periodic Maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 61 Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 61 Specifications ........................................................................
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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. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The camcorder and AC adapter/charger have the following caution marks. Identifications of caution marks This s
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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. Thes
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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 inst
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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 p
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer. USE 14 Cleaning -- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 15 Object and Liquid Entry -- Never push objects of any kind into this video p
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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 on (1) AC Adapter/Charger, (2
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 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: • Inside a car with the windows closed and in direct s
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Features • Easy to use • 3-inch color liquid display (LCD) monitor • 32x zoom ratio • Digital effect • Electronic image stabilization (EIS) (Only for VM-E635LA) • Fade in / Fade out • Instant zoom • Recorded date search • Automatic title recording Difference between models VM-E535LA/VM-E635LA VM-E535LA VM-E635LA EIS function No Yes • This instruction manual shows the illustrations for the VM-E635LA. With this camcorder you can view the picture being
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Getting Started 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 instr
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Getting Started 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 59. Identifying Controls Front/Left Side Illustration 1. Lens
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Getting Started A power source must be connected to the camcorder before a cassette can be inserted or removed. 15. Cassette Holder Close Button CAUTION: Be sure to press this button to close the cassette holder. Otherwise, the tape may become slack and may be damaged. 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 (only for VM-E635LA) EIS corrects the slight shaking of
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Getting Started 26. BATTERY EJECT Lever Releases the battery attached to camcorder. 27. 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
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Getting Started 39. Recorder's Remote Control The shaded buttons on the remote control have the same functions as the corresponding buttons on the camcorder. 40. A/V DUB Button (only on the remote control) Use this button to record new audio and video over existing audio and video. 41. 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
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Getting Started WARNING: KEEP THE BATTERY AWAY FROM CHILDREN AND PETS. IF SWALLOWED CONSULT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. Note: Replace the battery with 3V micro lithium cells such as Maxell CR2025 or its equivalent. Note: Dispose of battery safely in accordance with local laws. Do not dispose of in fire. Note: Do not short circuit the battery. Note: Do not take apart the battery. Note: Do not hold the battery with the metallic tweezers. Note: Do not recharge the b
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Getting Started • When liquid leaks, wipe it off completely and then insert new batteries. Charging the Battery The first step is to set the battery to charge. To charge the battery, use the provided AC adapter/charger. Note: This camcorder operates with the Lithium ion battery such as VM-BPL13/VM-BPL27. Charge the battery on a flat surface without vibration. 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
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Getting Started Battery pack Recording LCD monitor VM-BPL13 VM-BPL27 Continuous OFF 120 min. 270 min. recording ON 100 min. 220 min. Typical OFF 70 min. 160 min. recording ON 60 min. 130 min. Notes on the Battery • It is recommended that the battery always be left in the discharged state when not in use, and charged before you use it. • Avoid storing a fully charged battery, and do not store it in a place where the temperature is high: this will damage the battery. •
