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Hitachi VM-7400A Instruction Manual

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HITACHI

Instruction Manual

Video Camcorder
VM-6400A/VM-7400A
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS
(AMERICA), INC.
1855 Donroch Court,
San Diego, California 92173
Tel. 770-279-5600
HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF
HAWAII, INC.
3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, HI 96819
Tel. 808-836-3621
Thank you for choosing the
simple instructions before operating your camcorder.
QR19392 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 1998
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
6740 Campobello Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
CANADA
Tel. 905-821-4545
video camcorder. For maximum pleasure and convenience please read these
Printed in Japan KY-F(N)
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    QR19392 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 1998 HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC. 6740 Campobello Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8 CANADA Tel. 905-821-4545 video camcorder. For maximum pleasure and convenience please read these - 1 - Printed in Japan KY-F(N)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV ...31 CAMCORDER TO VCR DUBBING ...32 ATTACHING THE OPTIONAL TELE OR WIDE CONVERTER LENS ...33 USING THE BUILT-IN CAMERA LIGHT (Only for VM-7400A)...33 VIEWFINDER BRIGHT CONTROL...35 HOW TO ATTACH THE SHOULDER STRAP...35 TROUBLESHOOTING ...35...

  • Page 3: Precautions

    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 140ºF (60ºC), or the pickup device may be damaged.

  • Page 4: Features

    LCD panel stretches the limits of current technology. FEATURES • Digital zoom up to X32 • Fade in/fade out (only for VM-7400A) • Stable pix (Electronic Image Stabilizer) function (only for VM-7400A) • Solid-state camera pickup • High Quality picture technology •...
  • Page 5 This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a Video Camcorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference.
  • Page 6 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS - 6 - 9 Attachments -- Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 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.

  • Page 7: Important Safety Instructions For Ac Adaptor/Charger

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTOR/CHARGER - 7 - SERVICE 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 8: Electronic Viewfinder (Evf)

    ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER (EVF)  S et the viewfinder to the position shown in the figure when carrying the camcorder or storing it in the carrying case.  T urn the viewfinder to the position shown below when shooting pictures.

  • Page 9: Eyepiece Adjustment

     W HEN USING WITH THE BATTERY (Provided) • To attach, align the mark " " of the battery with that of the camcorder so that the battery fits into the grooves, and slide the battery downward, as illustrated. • To remove the battery: Push and hold "BATTERY EJECT"...

  • Page 10: Checking The Battery

    ". This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the AC adaptor/charger to power the camcorder.  W HEN USING WITH THE CAR BATTERY (By using optional car battery cord Hitachi VM-CC70A) 1. Connect the small plug of the car battery cord to the "DC IN 9.6V" jack of the camcorder.

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    CHARGING THE BATTERY NOTE: When a battery pack is used to power the camcorder, " to warn you that the battery power level is low. CHARGING THE BATTERY 1. Plug the AC adaptor/charger power cord into AC electrical outlet. 2. Attach the battery to the AC adaptor/charger. Align the mark "...

  • Page 12: Identification And Operation Of Controls

    Please call 1-800-HITACHI for information on how to recycle this battery. IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS Click here for diagram.
  • Page 13 (See "DISPLAY BUTTON" and "MEMORY" on page 25.) "CAM/OFF/VIDEO" Switch This switch turns the camcorder on and off. Set the switch to "CAM" for camera recording, and to "VIDEO" for playback. Press and hold the small button on this switch, and then slide it to "CAM" or "VIDEO".
  • Page 14 1 D isplays the shutter speed according to the lightning condition. 2 A ppears when "STABLE PIX" is pressed. (only for VM-7400A) 3 D isplays the selected fade mode when fading in and out. (only for VM-7400A) 4 " ZOOM" appears when the digital zoom is engaged.

  • Page 15: Inserting And Removing Cassettes

    This button is used to control the camcorder. When this button is pressed with the camcorder set to the recording mode, the tape runs to start recording. "REC" appears in the viewfinder. When this button is pressed again, " " appears instead of "REC" and the tape stops and the camcorder enters the record/ pause (stand-by) mode.

  • Page 16: Making A Sample Camera Recording

    • The "TAPE END" indication starts flashing in the viewfinder when there is about five minutes recording time left on the cassette. • If the record/pause mode continues for more than 5 minutes, the camcorder's power is automatically turned off. To turn on again, press "REC/PAUSE". The camcorder enters record/ pause (stand-by) mode.

  • Page 17: Instant Review

    You can view recorded pictures with the electronic viewfinder. NOTE: If you connect the camcorder to your TV, you can seethe picture played back on your TV. Refer to "VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV" on page 30.

  • Page 18: Automatic Rewind

    PLAYBACK - 18 - Still When "REC/PAUSE" is pressed during playback, a still picture can be seen. To start again press "REC/PAUSE" and playback will be resumed. NOTE: There will be some noise (interference) in the still picture. Forward and Reverse Search When you press "F.FWD"...

  • Page 19: Date/Time Setting

    The time backup battery is rechargeable. Charge the backup battery every two months. Set "CAM/OFF/VIDEO" to "OFF" position and connect a charged battery or AC adaptor/charger to the camcorder for 24 hours. Make sure that the current time is displayed correctly before you start recording.

  • Page 20: Date Recording

    8. After setting AM or PM, press "DATE/TIME" to change the display and start the internal clock. It is recommended that you press "DATE/TIME" to match the time signal. NOTE: After the date and time are set, " AUTO" appears and the camcorder enters the automatic date recording mode. See "DATE RECORDING" on page 23.
  • Page 21 10 seconds. HAPPY BIRTHDAY Date only - Date recording The camcorder records the date with the picture all the time. No display - No date recording The camcorder does not record the date. AUTO...

  • Page 22: Auto Focus

    AUTO FOCUS - 22 - Date and time - Date and time recording The camcorder records the date and time with the picture all the time. 10:30 AM 11/ 5/1999 3. Press "REC/PAUSE". Recording will start. NOTES: When " AUTO" and date display is selected, the date disappears about 10 seconds after recording is started.

  • Page 23: Display Button

    DISPLAY BUTTON - 23 - 3. Objects lit by a spotlight or neon signs, etc. 4. Objects behind glass with water droplets or dust on it. 5. Objects with almost no difference in brightness such as a white wall. 6. Objects moving rapidly. 7.

  • Page 24: Memory

    Insert a cassette in 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 25: Program Ae (Auto Exposure)

    Press and hold the power zoom T control until you find the picture you want. You control the zoom with the power zoom T and W controls. When "DISPLAY" is pressed and the display appears in the viewfinder, "ZOOM" is displayed to signal to you that the camcorder is in the digital zoom area.

  • Page 26: Macro

    The quick edit feature allows you to search for the end of previously recorded material, or find a particular spot on your tape, to begin your editing, or recording new material. Quick edit is used while the camcorder is in the record/pause (stand-by) mode.
  • Page 27 2. Press "REC/PAUSE" to start recording; fade begins automatically. Fading Out 1. While recording with the camcorder use "DIGITAL FADE" to select a fade option. 2. Press "REC/PAUSE" to stop recording; the fade begins automatically and "REC" flashes until the fade ends.

  • Page 28: Stable Pix" (Electronic Image Stabilizer) Function (Only For Vivi-7400A)

    FADE IN/FADE OUT (Only for VM-7400A) - 28 - NOTE: When fading out be sure to wait until the PAUSE indicator (11) is visible in the viewfinder before attempting to put the camcorder into the record mode again. "STABLE PIX" (Electronic Image Stabilizer) FUNCTION (Only for VIVI-...

  • Page 29: Title Recording

    NOTE: A cassette cannot be loaded or ejected when creating a title. Creating a title 1. Attach a power source to the camcorder and slide "CAM/OFF/VIDEO" to either "CAM" or "VIDEO" position. 2. Press "TITLE". The flashing cursor will appear in the viewfinder.
  • Page 30 2. Press either "-" or "+" until the correct character appears. NOTE: The corrected character may flash, however it will be recorded correctly without flashing. Recording titles on a tape in the camcorder 1. Slide "CAM/OFF/VIDEO" to "VIDEO". - 30 -...

  • Page 31: Viewing The Picture Played Back On Your Tv

    VIEWING THE PICTURE PLAYED BACK ON YOUR TV To play back a tape recorded on your camcorder and view it on your TV receiver, you must connect the camcorder to the TV receiver using either audio/video cable (not supplied) or RF converter unit (optional).

  • Page 32: Camcorder To Vcr Dubbing

    7. Set the RF channel selector on the RF converter unit to "CH3" or "CH4" to match the channel selector on your TV. 8. Perform same procedures in steps 4 through 7 of "Example 1". NOTE: If you want to watch a TV program with camcorder connected as illustrated, slide "CAM/OFF/VIDEO" of the camcorder to "OFF". CAMCORDER TO VCR DUBBING...

  • Page 33: Attaching The Optional Tele Or Wide Converter Lens

    Use the built-in camera light if you wish to shoot objects in dark places. When "LIGHT" is set to "AUTO", the camera light turns on automatically when the camcorder is pointed at objects in a dark place and turns off when it is pointed at objects in a bright place.
  • Page 34 • Never use the camera light in the vicinity of explosive or highly inflammable materials. • After using the camera light, cool the camera light section sufficiently before storing the camcorder in the case. • Replace only with the specified lamp (optional) to reduce the risk of fire.

  • Page 35: Viewfinder Bright Control

    Attach the shoulder strap (provided), as illustrated. TROUBLESHOOTING Your camcorder is a highly sophisticated instrument. It has been carefully checked and adjusted at the factory under the most rigid quality control and inspection systems. However, should problems develop, check the following points and take necessary corrective measures.

  • Page 36: Playback Of Prerecorded Cassette

    * When you see the playback picture on your TV, adjust fine tuning knob on television set to obtain best picture. * The pre-recorded tape is EP or LP recording. This camcorder is for use in SP recording only. * TV receiver is of older type. It needs to be modified to work properly with camcorder * Tape is damaged.

  • Page 37: Head Cleaning

    We expect that no maintenance other than head cleaning will be required during the warranty period by most users, unless the video camcorder is heavily used or seldom used. Normal maintenance is the responsibility of the user, although defective parts are covered during the warranty period.

  • Page 38: For U.s.a. Only

    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.
  • Page 39 Please allow two to three weeks for delivery. If there is a current vack 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. FOR AUTHORIZED HITACHI SERVICE FACILITY IN CANADA...

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