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Instruction Manual
VM-1800A / VM-2800A / VM-3800A
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA
INC.
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093
Pointe Claire,
3300 Trans Canada Hwy.,
Tel. 404-279-5600
Quebec, H9R1B1, CANADA
Tel. 514-697-9150
HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII, INC.
3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, HI 96819
Tel. 808-836-3621
Thank you for choosing the
video camcorder. For maximum pleasure and
convenience please read these simple instructions before operating your camcorder.
CAUTIONS.................................................................................................................................................3
PRECAUTIONS .........................................................................................................................................5
FEATURES............................................................................................................................................5
ACCESSORIES....................................................................................................................................6
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................................................................................................................6
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER ......................................10
ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER................................................................................................................11
POWER SOURCES..................................................................................................................................12
WHEN USING WITH THE BATTERY (Provided).....................................................................12
WHEN USING WITH THE AC ADAPTER/CHARGER (Provided).........................................13
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CAUTIONS
CAMCORDER TO VCR DUBBING.......................................................................................................51
FLYING ERASE HEAD ..........................................................................................................................52
ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL TELE OR WIDE CONVERTER LENS.............................................52
USING THE BUILT-IN CAMERA LIGHT (For VM-2800A/3800A)....................................................53
To replace the lamp of camera light................................................................................................54
EYEPIECE ADJUSTMENT.....................................................................................................................55
VIEWFINDER BRIGHT, COLOR AND TINT CONTROLS (For VM-2800A/3800A)........................55
HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP .....................................................................................56
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................56
CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER.....................................................58
For VM-1800A.................................................................................................................................58
For VM-2800A/3800A....................................................................................................................58
HEAD CLEANING ..................................................................................................................................59
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................59
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................................59
HOTLINE..................................................................................................................................................60
ACCESSORY TO ADD MORE EXCITEMENT ....................................................................................61
HITACHI WARRANTY CARD (USA Back) .........................................................................................63
HITACHI WARRANTY CARD (Front) CANADA ONLY....................................................................64
HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD (Back) ................................................................................65
CAUTIONS
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK).
NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous
to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
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 in order to avoid any problems.
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CAUTIONS
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
"This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio emissions from digital
apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled " Digital
Apparatus", ICES-003 of the Department of Communications."
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 to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference 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 in a
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 the 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
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution: Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold area to a
warm humid area. Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to acclimate to the surroundings before
inserting a video cassette. When moved from a cold area to a warm humid area, moisture
may condense on the head drum inside the machine. This moisture could cause the tape to
stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.
See the bottom of the AC adaptor/charger. The rating and caution label is located on the
bottom of the AC adaptor/charger.
WARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances,
copyright law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials.
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
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.
When you are not using the camcorder, switch off the power and attach the lens cap.
When you shoot at a scene which contains an extremely bright object such as the 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 (CCD) 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
deg. F (60 deg. C), or the pickup device may be damaged.
Dangerous includes:
Do not point the electronic viewfinder to direct sunlight; it could damage the
viewfinder.
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 not appear as coloured bright dots. This does not indicate a fault as the LCD panel
stretches the limits of current technology. (for VM-2800A/VM-3800A)
FEATURES
Digital zoom up to X24
Digital zoom up to X100 (only for VM-3800A)
Solid-state camera pickup
High Quality picture technology
Auto focus power zoom lens with macro feature
Full record and playback capability with standard
Program AE (Auto Exposure)
Fade in / fade out
cassette
Color electronic viewfinder (EVF) (for VM-2800A/ VM-3800A)
Flying erase head
Time and date
Titler
Index signal
Audio / video dub
Audio dub
Built-in camera light (for VM-2800A/VM-3800A)
Differences between Models VM-1800A/2800A/3800A)
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