Hitachi VM-C52E Manual page 2

ENGLISH
FEATURES
Single-Unit Convenience and Ease of Operation
Your VM-C52E video camera/recorder combines the
functions of a video camera and a video tape recorder
in one lightweight, easy-to-use instrument. This elimin-
ates interconnecting cables and simplifies operation.
Full Record and Playback Capability
Record — Your VM-C52E can record directly from the
built-in video camera.
Playback — Video/audio played back by the VM-C52E
video recorder or fed directly from the VM-C52E camera
may be viewed and heard on a TV receiver/
monitor by feeding the VM-C52E video/audio to the
receiver/monitor inputs through the audio/video output
cable. Additionally, the audio/video from the VM-C52E
may be viewed and heard on a standard TV by using the
RF converter unit.
VHS Compact Video Cassette
In the interest of achieving a lighter and even more con-
vient to handle video camera/recorder, the VM-C52E
has been designed to use the smaller and simpler VHS-
C cassette. This not only reduces the weight, but actu-
ally allows the tape drive mechanism to be simplified
and made more reliable.
The provided cassette adaptor allows playing your tapes
on a standard VHS VTR.
Auto Focus Power Zoom Lens
The 8:1 autofocus zoom lens uses an infrared beam to
automatically maintain focus and to allow you to zoom
in and out for close-ups or wide angle shots at just the
touch of the zoom button. Macro feature permits use
as close as 1 cm from the subject.
Automatic White Balance
Your Video Camera/Recorder will automatically main-
tain white balance as lighting conditions change.
Electronic Viewfinder (EVF)
The black-and-white electronic viewfinder allows you to
see exactly what is being recorded. During playback
Operation, recorded material can be viewed on the elec-
tronic viewfinder.
High Speed Shutter
Use this feature to shoot tennis and golf shots that con-
tain rapid movement. You can replay the still pictures
at the crucial moments without any fluctuations.
Video/Audio Dub
Video and audio dubbing allow you to simply and
quickly insert new video or new audio into existing
tapes.
PRECAUTION
@ No water, dust or sand
Be careful that no water, dust or sand enters the
Camera/Recorder because it may cause trouble and
accidents.
@ Do not leave the viewfinder lens facing sunlight for
a prolonged period, or the phosphorescent surface of
the cathode ray tube may be damaged.
Moisture condensation
"DEW" ("OPERATE") light indicates conden-
sation on the recorder mechanism. If the camera/
recorder is moved from a cold area to a warm area
and the humidity is high, moisture can form on the
metal surface of the recording mechanism. If this
happens, the tape could be damaged. To prevent
damage the camera/recorder will not operate ex-
cept for EJECT. Should "DEW" ("OPERATE")
light flash with the power on, press EJECT and re-
move the cassette. Wait for the moisture to dry
{until '"'DEW"' light stops flashing).
BE SURE NOT TO LEAVE IT INA
PLACE AT HIGH TEMPERATURE EX-
CEEDING 50°C, OR ITS INTERNAL
PARTS MAY DETERIORATE. BE
CAREFUL NOT TO LEAVE THE UNIT
IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES:
* Inside a car with the window closed and in
direct sunshine.
* Near heating appliances.
* In direct sunshine in summer.
The Video Camera/Recorder with this
marking incorporates [VHS] high-quality
picture technology and is compatible with
any Video Camera/Recorder bearing the
VHS] mark.
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