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Instruction Manual

8mm Video Camcorder
VM-H835LA
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS
(AMERICA), INC.
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093
Tel. 770-279-5600
HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF
HAWAII, INC
3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
Tel. 808-836-3621
Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. Please take time to become familiar with the manual
and how it is set up. Keep it handy for future reference.
QR17262 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1997
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
6740 Campobello Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
CANADA
Tel. 905-821-4545
Printed in Japan KN-S(N)
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 Tel. 808-836-3621 Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. Please take time to become familiar with the manual and how it is set up. Keep it handy for future reference. QR17262 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1997 HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Remote Control Battery ... 17 Charging the Battery ... 18 Charging Time... 18 Operating Time ... 19 Camcorder Batteries... 19 Using Battery Pack... 19 Removing the Battery Pack ... 20 Checking the Battery's Charge... 20 Using Alternative Power Sources ... 21 Using the AC Adapter/Charger...
  • Page 3 Creating and Recording A Title ... 52 Creating a Title... 53 Correcting Errors ... 54 Recording Title on a Tape in the Camcorder ... 54 Recording a Created Title while Transferring a Tape... 55 Dubbing from the Camcorder to a VCR ... 55 Simple Programmable Edit (Edit remote control is optional accessory) ...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    More Available Accessories... 69 To Order in the United States... 70 By Phone ... 70 By Mail... 70 FOR AUTHORIZED HITACHI SERVICE FACILITY IN CANADA ... 70 U.S.A. only... 70 Important Safety Information For Your Safety The CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch turns the camcorder on and off, leaving the date/time feature unaffected.
  • Page 5 This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations. This camcorder can use loaded cassette is 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...

  • Page 6: Important Safeguards

    • It cannot record and play back in the LP mode (7.2 mm/sec). • This camcorder uses a Hi-Fi stereo sound system. When a tape recorded by this camcorder is played by a conventional 8mm camcorder, monaural sound is output. When a tape recorded by a conventional 8mm camcorder is played by this machine, monaural sound is output.
  • Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 10 Water and Moisture -- Do not use this video product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 11 Accessories -- Do not place this video product on an unstable card, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions For Ac Adapter/Charger

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER 17 Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 18 Conditions Requiring Service -- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

  • Page 10: Before You Begin

    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: •...

  • Page 11: Read This First

    • "Advanced Techniques" to help you with some of the exciting, sophisticated features of the Hitachi VM-H835LA. We hope you will take the time to learn about these functions since they have been designed for you. You can use the video camcorder without reading this section.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    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.

  • Page 13: Optional Rf Adapter

    Part No. EV10411 Optional RF Adapter If you wish to connect this camcorder to a television that does not have audio/video input jacks you will need to use the optional RF adapter model VM-RF86A (R). The RF adapter can be purchased by calling the telephone number below. For your convenience Visa, Master Card, and American Express credit cards are accepted.
  • Page 14 You can view the pictures as they are being recorded and play them back immediately after recording on the 3-inch LCD screen. 14. Cassette Holder 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.
  • Page 15 31. Audio/Video Input/Output Jack (Behind the jack cover) Use this jack to connect the camcorder to a VCR or television ("Playing Back Your Recording on Your TV", p30, 31, "Dubbing from the Camcorder to a VCR", p45 "Recording Television Programs", p53).).

  • Page 16: Loading Clock And Remote Control Batteries

    Loading Clock and Remote Control Batteries This switch turns the camcorder on and off. Set the switch to CAM for camera recording, and to VIDEO for playback. Hold down the small red button as you slide the switch to CAM or VIDEO. You do not need to hold down the red button to slide the switch to OFF.

  • Page 17: Clock Battery

    1. Pull out the battery holder. 2. Insert the battery with the "+" terminal facing up. 3. Fully insert the battery holder into the camcorder. Remote Control Battery 1. Push the tab to the right of the remote control and hold it, then remove the battery holder.

  • Page 18: 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.

  • Page 19: Operating Time

    Camcorder Batteries lamp will flash at rapid cycles to show that charging is not taking place. Operating Time The camcorder operating time depends on how often you turn power on/off and use start/stop and zoom. Recording LCD monitor Continuous recording 100 min.

  • Page 20: Removing The Battery Pack

    2. Slide the battery downward, as illustrated. Note: Alwys remove the battery from the camcorder after use. Note: We cannot guarantee against malfunctions of the camcorder which occur when you use battery packs other than those specified. Note: Always attach a battery by the procedure described here. Attaching a battery forcibly could damage it.

  • Page 21: Using Alternative Power Sources

    Connect the other end of the DC cord to the DC OUTPUT of the AC adapter/charger. Note: The AC adapter/charger can be used around the world. An AC plug adapter is required in some foreign countries. If you need one purchase it at your Hitachi distributor.

  • Page 22: Using A Car Battery

    The camcorder can be powered with a car battery by using an optional car battery cord (Hitachi VM-CC80A) to plug the camcorder into the car's cigarette lighter socket. Please ensure that the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch is in the OFF position whenever attaching or detaching any power supply (ie.

  • Page 23: Removing A Cassette

    LCD Monitor from the body of the camcorder and the sprockets toward the body of the camcorder. 4. Push the cassette holder, which is embossed PUSH LOCK on the left hand side, until it "clicks" into place. The camcorder automatically closes.

  • Page 24: Opening The Lcd Monitor

    Note: Even when the picture on the LCD monitor is adjusted, the recorded video will not change. 1. Load the battery ("Loading Batteries: Camcorder Batteries", p16). Press the red button on the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM or VIDEO.

  • Page 25: Adjusting The Electronic Viewfinder

    If the LCD screen becomes dirty, use a soft cloth to wipe off the dirt. • If the camcorder is used in a cold place and becomes too cold, the LCD screen will be dim for a while after the power is turned on. When the temperature inside the camcorder rises, the brightness of the picture will become normal.

  • Page 26: Eyepiece Adjustment

    Adjustment the Hand Strap Eyepiece Adjustment To use the electronic viewfinder, pull out the eye cup all the way and turn the diopter control for your optimum focus adjustment. Note: Be sure to pull out the eye cup all the way so that you can see the subject in the viewfinder clearly.

  • Page 27: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Turn the camcorder on to display the linear time counter. The linear time counter keeps track from when you load a cassette into the camcorder and clears to "0:00:00" when...

  • Page 28: Remaining Tape

    This feature is handy when recording since it lets you know how long you can record on the loaded tape. Insert a cassette into the camcorder and start recording or playback; 10 seconds later, the remaining tape will be displayed. When the cassette is ejected, the display will disappear.
  • Page 29 Setting the Date and Time 1. Load the battery ("Loading the Batteries: Camcorder batteries" p16). Press the red button on the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM. 2. Press the DATE/DISP. button and look into the viewfinder or LCD monitor. The date and time should appear in the lower right with the "1"...

  • Page 30: Correcting The Date And Time

    Let's get started! Making a Basic Recording The Hitachi VM-H835LA uses PROGRAM AE auto exposure that automatically selects the optimum shutter speed (either 1/60, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, or 1/4000 of a second). The iris adjusts automatically in response to shutter speed.

  • Page 31: Using Instant Review

    Note: "TAPE END" flashes in the viewfinder or LCD monitor when about 3 minutes or less remain of the tape cassette. Note: If the camcorder is left in record/pause mode for more than 5 minutes, the camcorder turns off automatically. To restart it press the Start/Stop button and the camera returns to record/pause mode.

  • Page 32: Using Auto Focus

    Using Auto Focus Using Auto Focus The camcorder focuses the subject in the center of the viewfinder or LCD monitor automatically unless the manual focus is engaged. If "FOCUS" appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor, manual focus is engaged. Press the FOCUS control buttons simultaneously to return to auto focus.

  • Page 33: Using Manual Focus

    Using Manual Focus Objects with little difference in light reflection such as a white wall Rapidly moving objects Dark objects Note: With the T zoom control you can use the auto focus with subjects that are 3.3 feet (100 cm) away from the lens and further away to infinity. With the W zoom control you can use the auto focus with subjects 3/8 inches (1cm) away from the lens and further away to infinity.

  • Page 34: Using The Digital Zoom

    You control the zoom with the power zoom T and W controls. When "ZOOM" is not displayed in the viewfinder or LCD monitor, normal zoom functions resume. Note: This digital zoom has certain limitation and may degradate at extreme magnification and amplify camcorder's movement.

  • Page 35: Using The Inst. Zoom (Instant Zoom) Button

    The camcorder automatically brightens the backlight of the LCD monitor when you are recording a bright subject outdoors, so that the LCD screen is easy to see. Note: When you record a bright subject outdoors, the camcorder operating time will be less...

  • Page 36: Playback

    Note: Decrease the sound volume of the camcorder when you play back a recording by connecting the camcorder to your TV. If the volume of the camcorder is set to maximum, the played back picture may be distorted. Make sure that the volume is not set to maximum during recording as it could distort the played back picture.

  • Page 37: Using Still

    To view a still picture during playback press the Start/Stop. Press the Start/Stop button again to resume playback. If you leave the camcorder in play/pause mode for more than 5 minutes the camcorder automatically stops the cassette to prevent damage to the tape.

  • Page 38: Playing Back Your Recording On Your Tv

    Note: Several noise bars will appear on the TV screen during forward or reverse search. Playing Back Your Recording on Your TV Depending on the setup of your video equipment, you connect the camcorder in one of the 3 methods explained below.

  • Page 39: Connecting To A Television With Audio In And Video In Jacks

    3. Insert a previously recorded cassette into the camcorder. 4. Turn on your VCR and place it in the camcorder input mode (consult your VCR manual for details). Operate the television as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR.

  • Page 40: Connecting To A Television Without Audio In And Video In Jacks

    (provided) with the connection shown above, unplug the AV stereo output cable from the Audio/Video Input/Output jack of the camcorder. 2. Connect the free square plug to the Audio/Video Input /Output jack of the camcorder. 3. Insert a previously recorded cassette into the camcorder.

  • Page 41: Advanced Techniques

    Advanced Techniques Advanced Techniques The Hitachi VM-H835LA offers a diverse group of features that add interest and excitement to your video. Adding fades to smooth transitions creates video with a professional look. As you learn and practice with these features think of situations that they might fit in and add a special touch.

  • Page 42: Date Recording

    Date Recording Date Recording When the date has been set, the camcorder will enter the automatic date recording mode automatically. 1. Press the red button on the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM. 2. Press the DATE/DISP. button to specify the date display you want to record.
  • Page 43 No Display - No Date Recording The camcorder does not record the date. Date and Time - Date and Time Recording The camcorder records the date and time with the picture all the time. 3. Press the start/stop button. Recording will start.

  • Page 44: Digital Effects Recording

    Digital Effects Recording The digital processor in this camcorder allows you to record picture and add special effects; 16x9 recording mode, a negative image (negative/positive recording), 130 times digital zoom feature, a symmetric image, obtained by placing a mirror at the center of the screen (half-mirror recording), and an image in mosaic (mosaic recording).

  • Page 45: Negative/Positive Recording

    Digital Effects Recording set) to 16x9. 1. Place the camcorder in record pause. 2. Press the D.EFFECT button until "16x9" appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor. The top and bottom of the picture in the viewfinder or LCD monitor become black bars.

  • Page 46: Mosaic Recording

    Note: This function cannot be used with digital zoom, instant zoom, image stabilizer or zoom fade function. Mosaic Recording 1. Place the camcorder in record pause. 2. Repeatedly press the D.EFFECT button until "MOSAIC" appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor.

  • Page 47: Fading In

    Using Fade • Wipe fade: The picture opens gradually from the center of a black screen or closes into the center to a black screen. " " appears in the upper left corner of the viewfinder or LCD monitor. • Zoom fade: Fades in while zooming from a white screen or fades out while zooming to a white screen.

  • Page 48: Fading Out

    Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer Fading Out 1. While recording with the camcorder use the FADE button to select a fade option. 2. Press the Start/Stop button to stop recording; the fade begins automatically and "REC" flashes until the fade ends.

  • Page 49: Using Quick Edit

    While the camera is in record/pause mode hold down the F.FWD, REW/REVIEW, or PLAY button and visually search the tape. Release the button and the camcorder stops the tape at the exact position you selected.

  • Page 50: Date Search

    "SEARCH position is being searched for. 4. When the required position is located, the camcorder enters the stop mode and "SEARCH" disappears from the viewfinder or LCD monitor. Note: If you have ejected the cassette, this function will not operate with that cassette.

  • Page 51: Using Memory

    This feature works in F.FWD as well. Using the Wireless Remote Control Use the wireless remote control to operate the camcorder from a distance. The PLAY, F.FWD, REW, STOP, PAUSE (START/STOP) and ZOOM buttons on the wireless remote control operate the functions of the corresponding buttons on the camcorder.

  • Page 52: Attaching The Optional Wide Or Tele Converter Lens

    Note: The remote control code of this camcorder is Hitachi code VCR2. If you have a VCR with the same code your Hitachi VCR may malfunction when you use the camcorder's wireless remote control.

  • Page 53: Creating A Title

    Creating a Title 1. Connect the camcorder to a power source. 2. Hold down the red button on the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch and slide it to either CAM or VIDEO.

  • Page 54: Correcting Errors

    4. Press the TITLE ON/OFF button on the remote control to store the corrected title in memory. Recording Title on a Tape in the Camcorder 1. Hold down the red button on the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch while sliding the switch to CAM.

  • Page 55: Recording A Created Title While Transferring A Tape

    Operate the television as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR. 3. Hold down the red button of the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch while you slide the switch to VIDEO. 4. Insert the recorded tape in the camcorder and a blank tape into the VCR. Set the...

  • Page 56: Simple Programmable Edit (Edit Remote Control Is Optional Accessory)

    Note: If the VCR is connected to a television and the VCR/TV selector is set to VCR, you can monitor the tape being dubbed. Note: Reduce the volume of the camcorder as low as possible during dubbing. Otherwise the played back pictures could be distorted.
  • Page 57 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. VCR Brands Press VCR SET and This Button Hitachi Sony Panasonic Toshiba Mitsubishi...

  • Page 58: Operation

    Especially, be careful of this during dubbing. Note: When the edit remote control is connected to the camcorder, the buttons marked * in the figure above perform the same operations as those of the other remote control provided.
  • Page 59 11. Point the remote control at the receiver on the VCR and press the COPY START button to start simple programmable edit. • The camcorder automatically searches for the beginning of the first segment and starts playback. The recording VCR automatically starts recording •...

  • Page 60: To End Programmable Simple Edit

    Once you have programmed the remote, you won't have to do it again until you change the batteries. This remote control can be used with your TV as well as the camcorder, as long as your TV comes with a remote control. This feature comes in handy - you don't have to juggle two remotes.

  • Page 61: Programming The Remote Control

    • Turn the television on (any channel is okay). • Aim the camcorder's remote control at your TV set. Hold down the CH ( ) button while you press the button corresponding to your brand of television as shown in the chart (page 51).

  • Page 62: Using Audio/Video Dubbing

    1. Connect your camcorder to the television, following "Connecting to a Television with Audio In and Video In Jacks" on page 31. 2. Turn on your television and place it in the camcorder input mode (consult your television manual for details).

  • Page 63: Recording Television Programs

    "0:00:00M" the camcorder stops automatically, recording only the portion of the tape that you selected. Note: If the camcorder is in AV DUB pause or STILL mode for more than 5 minutes, the camcorder stops automatically to protect the tape.

  • Page 64: General Maintenance

    LCD monitor, but no sound is output from the speaker. General Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder Heads Dirt can accumulate on the video heads on the camera causing the playback picture to become blurred or appear as if video information is lost. This often means that the video heads are dirty.

  • Page 65: Periodic Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Quality is very important at Hitachi. We inspect and check every camcorder carefully at the factory under the most rigid quality control and inspection systems. If problems develop please check the following possible solutions before inquiring about professional service.

  • Page 66: Camera Recording

    • Connect the camcorder and TV or VCR. Check Point & Correction • Set the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch to VIDEO. • Set the television to the camcorder channel (3 or 4) depending upon the selected channel in the RF channel select switch of RF output adapter.

  • Page 67: Battery Condition

    LCD monitor will be reset. Then set the information again. Check Point & Correction • Have you moved the camcorder or cassette from a cold place to a warm place so that its temperature changed abruptly? If the temperature has changed, remove the cassette and set the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch to OFF, then wait for about one hour.

  • Page 68: Video Recorder Specifications

    1-800-448-2244 Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance.

  • Page 69: Accessories Add Excitement

    Tel 808-836-3621 Accessories Add Excitement We know that once you discover how much your Hitachi VM-H835LA can add to your life you will want to use these accessories for even more excitement. Converter lenses and car cords are just a few of the matching accessories available to you from Hitachi.

  • Page 70: To Order In The United States

    Please allow two to three weeks for delivery. If there is a current back order status on the model(s) you ordered, we will notify you. Thank you for allowing us (Hitachi and HiTRON) to be of service to you... our valued customer!
  • Page 71 Use VISA, Mastercard, Discover card, check or money order. No COD or cash accepted. Yes! Send me information on : Hitachi extended Service plan Future information on accessories Thank you! HiTRON Order Form for VM-H835LA Part No. Price SVA50 99.95 CB29US 29.95...

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