Hitachi VM-8400LA Instruction Manual page 14

LCD MONITOR
• If the LCD monitor is turned 90* so that it faces the same direction as the lens when the
camera signal is being recorded during recording, recording pause, instant review, editing, A/V
dubbing or A/V dubbing pause, the image on the monitor screen will become a mirror image,
and the viewfinder will turn on. The on-screen display on the LCD monitor will also be as if
reflected on a mirror.
• If the monitor is closed with the screen facing to the side, the mirror image will change to a
normal image when the monitor has been closed about 45º; also, the viewfinder will turn off.
Cautions on LCD monitor screen
• Do not touch the LCD screen with your fingers as the screen could get dirty and the picture
will not be seen clearly. 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.
• Do not hold by the LCD monitor as this could cause a malfunction.
• Open the LCD monitor by 90º before changing its direction. If you were to attempt to invert its
direction before opening it completely, it could cause a malfunction.
• The LCD monitor cannot be closed if it is tilted
• Close the LCD monitor after making sure it is parallel with the camcorder. If you were to
close the monitor while it faces the same direction as the lens or it is diagonal, it could damage
the LCD monitor.
• Do not disassemble the LCD monitor as this might cause a malfunction.
• When opening the LCD monitor, be careful that no water droplets adhere the monitor screen
and that no water or dust enters the camcorder through the gap as it could cause a
malfunction.
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