User manual hitachi camcorder vm-e230a

Fading Out Using Instant Review Using Quick Edit Using Macro Creating and Recording Titles Creating a Title Correcting Errors Recording a Title while Transferring a Tape Using the Wireless Remote Control Using Synchro Edit Programming the Remote Control Controlling the TV Recording Television Programs Periodic Maintenance To Order in the United States This symbol warms the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electrical 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 to avoid any problems. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials.

The liquid crystal display LCD panel is made by highly precise technology. More than 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. 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:.

Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacture could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference. Follow all operating and use instructions. This plug will fit into the power 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. 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.

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 shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation. 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.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Power-line operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features.

This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious 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.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. See example below:. Date and Time - Date and Time Recording The camcorder records the date and time with the picture all the time.

Recording will start. Page Using The Digital Zoom 1. ZOOM button so that I. ZOOM disappears from the viewfinder. Note: This instant zoom has certain limitations and may degradate at extreme magnification and amplify camcorder's movement. Page Using Auto Focus Advanced Techniques Using Auto Focus The camcorder focuses the subject in the center of the viewfinder automatically unless the manual focus is engaged. Page Using Manual Focus Use this feature to view the last few seconds of the tape you shot.

The last few seconds of tape play back in reverse and then in normal playback mode. Release the button and the camcorder stops the tape at the exact position you selected.

Insert the recorded tape in the camcorder and a blank tape into the VCR. Set the VCR to record. Play the tape from the camcorder while recording on the VCR. Page Using The Display Button 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 stored in memory can be displayed and recorded at any time. A title contains two lines of up to 16 characters per line. Page Creating A Title 1. Use the STOP button to select the character to be corrected. Use the F. FWD or the F. F on the camcorder and REW buttons to correct the character.

The title graphics disappear from the viewfinder and the camcorder can record normally. Note: Create and store your title before an event you plan to record.

Page 51 VCR. Refer to the VCR's instruction manual. If the channel still does not change after you have changed the VCR's remote control code, the edit remote control cannot operate your VCR. Page Operation Especially, be careful of this during dubbing. To remove the lens hood, turn it counterclockwise. Remove both caps of the converter lens. Screw the lens into the threads on the camcorder lens assembly. Page Removing The Dc Camera Light Watch the battery charge indicator especially when using a battery as the power source.

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. If they ever require adjustment, use a plastic screwdriver. 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. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

See example below:. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.

This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the video product. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water. If the video product does 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.

When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance -- this indicates a need for service. Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards. Also read all instructions on pages 4 and 5.

Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.

Make sure cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress. Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug — replace them immediately. 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:. That the pins on plug of extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of plug on charger. That extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition; and. That wire size should be met below:. 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.

Do not disassemble charger; take it to a qualified serviceman when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire. To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning. Set the viewfinder to the position shown in the figure when carrying the camcorder or storing it in the carrying case.

Turn the viewfinder to the position shown below when shooting pictures. Turn the viewfinder. You can adjust the position and angle of the viewfinder so you can see through it easily. Do not hold the diopter control side. Refer to. Then attach it using the same procedure used when attaching the battery. Connect the car battery cord to the car's cigarette lighter socket.

Charge it or replace it with a charged battery. When the battery is fully charged, " " is displayed. After several minutes, the symbol will change to " ". When the battery is very near empty, the symbol will change to " " and start blinking.

The "CHARGE" light will be lit while the battery is accepting a charge, and will go out when the battery is fully charged. Use batteries continuously until " " flashes.

If you use a battery for a short time and charge it immediately, the usable time of the battery will be shortened. The time required for charging the battery is approx. When fully charged, the battery should supply approx. If you repeatedly charge a battery which is not completely discharged the useable time of the battery will become shorter. Refresh such a battery before charging it. Charge the battery before use and store it at normal room temperature.

Operation time will decrease at extremely low temperatures. After repeated shargings and use, the operation time will gradually decrease. When operation time becomes too short to be useful, it is time to replace the battery. Welcome to ManualMachine. We have sent a verification link to to complete your registration. Log In Sign Up. Forgot password? Enter your email address and check your inbox. Please check your email for further instructions.

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Norcross, GA Tel. Battery Pack 3. Remote Control 5. Shoulder Strap 6. External Power Adapter 7. RF Output Adapter 9. See example below:.