Protecting Recorded Material; Attaching The Optional Dc Camera Light - Hitachi VM-E53A Instruction Manual

Getting Started

Protecting Recorded Material

Protect 8mm cassettes from accidental erasure by sliding the tab on the side of the
cassette towards the opposite side until the tab is completely visible. Slide the tab in the
opposite direction, until the tab disappears, to record on the cassette again.

Attaching the Optional DC Camera Light

You can use the DC camera light to light subjects in darkened areas or correct
unflattering shadows. Use the camera light wisely as it greatly reduces the time you
may use a charged battery.
1. Slide the CAMERA/OFF/VIDEO switch to OFF.
2. Connect a fully charged batteries or the AC adapter/charger ("Loading Batteries;
Camera/Recorder Battery" p12, Using Alternative Power Sources" p13).
3. Slide the DC camera light onto the DC camera light shoe with the camera light lens
facing the same direction as the camera/recorder's lens.
4. Hold down the red button on the CAMERA/OFF/VIDEO switch while sliding it to
CAMERA.
5. Press the operate button on the DC camera light to turn it on and off.
Notes when using the DC camera light:
• Keep the DC camera light away from splashing or dripping water.
• Never cover the DC camera light with paper, plastic or other object as the cooling vents
may become blocked possibly causing the camera light to overheat.
• Never use the DC camera light in the vicinity of explosive or highly flammable materials.
• Always allow the DC camera light to cool fully before storing.
• The DC camera light becomes very hot during use of the camera light or immediately after
use. Be careful that your hand or hair does not touch them.
• When the DC camera light is on, avoid subjecting the camera light to impacts or sharp
NEVER TOUCH THE DC CAMERA
LIGHT TERMINAL WHEN
THE CAMERA/RECORDER IS TURNED ON TO
AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK.
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