User manual HITACHI VM-H57A

[. . . ] TABLE OF CONTENTS HITACHI Instruction Manual 8mm Video Camera/Recorder VM-H57A Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd. , Norcross, GA 30093 3300 Trans Canada Highway, Pointe Claire, Tel. 808-836-3621 E145554/E72118 Printed in Japan KM-R(N) P4708922 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1993 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] · Never cover the DC camera light with paper, plastic or other object as the cooling vents may become blocked possibly causing the camera light to overheat. · Never use the DC camera light in the vicinity of explosive or highly flammable materials. · Always allow the DC camera light to cool fully before storing. · The DC camera light becomes very hot during use of the camera light or immediately after use. · When the DC camera light is on, avoid subjecting the camera light to impacts or sharp vibrations. Getting Started · If the DC camera light is turned on and off during recording, there could be noise in the picture. Watch the battery charge indicator especially when using a battery as the power source. · When the DC camera light is used, the operation time of the camera/recorder when a fully-charged battery pack is attached is halved. Removing the DC Camera Light Depress the light to release the tab from the hook and then move the light in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure. Install the new bulb by aligning the notch in the rim of the bulb's base with the " " mark outside the socket. Reattach the front of the case by placing the bulb in the hole of the reflective plate, lining up the smaller "-" mark on the front of the cover with the "-" mark on the DC camera light, and turning the front of the cover clockwise till the larger "-" mark on the front of the cover aligns with the "-" mark on the DC camera light. Check that the front of the camera light is attached properly before turning the light on. Note: Only replace the camera light bulb with VM-CP4L (optional) to reduce the risk of fire. Getting Started 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 tape you recorded earlier. The memory feature returns you to the beginning of the most recent recording. Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control so the linear time counter with memory is displayed as shown in the figure. Press the COUNTER RESET button on the remote control at the point to which you wish to return. 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. Getting Started Setting the Date and Time Take the time to set the date and time now: The time backup battery is rechargeable. Set the CAMERA/OFF/VIDEO switch to OFF and connect a charged battery or the AC adapter/charger to the camera/recorder for 24 hours. If you record the date and time at the beginning of each recording session they will serve as a handy reminder when viewing tapes at a later date. Make sure that the current time is displayed correctly before you start filming. Note: The backup battery should be charged every two months. If it is not charged periodically, it will be over-discharged and its life will be shortened. 1. [. . . ] `Slide the power switch to "CAMERA" Disconnect the AV input cable from the camera/recorder. Make sure that the "FOCUS M" does not appear in the viewfinder. If it is displayed, press "Focus" select button to erase it. Auto-Focus does not operate if a special effects filter is attached. The camera/recorder cannot go into the recording mode, even when the start/stop button is pressed. Picture is out of focus. RECORDING TV PROGRAMS OFF THE AIR Symptom Check Point & Correction The camera/recorder can not be set to Check the record protect tab on the the recording mode, even when the cassette. [. . . ]