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Hitachi VM-E520A User Manual

Hitachi VM-E520A
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For Your Safety - 1 -
Instruction Manual
8mm Video Camcorder
VM-E520A / VM-E521A
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 3300 Trans Canada Highway, Pointe Claire,
Tel. 770-279-5600 Quebec, H9R 1B1, CANADA
Tel. 514-697-9150
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 feature reference.
QR14542 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1995 Printed in Japan KG-T?

Table of Contents

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Hitachi VM-E520A Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCamcorder
Recording MediumVHS-C
Image SensorCCD
LCD Screen Size2.5 inches
Weight2.2 lbs
Optical Sensor TypeCCD
Image StabilizerElectronic
Min Shutter Speed1/60 sec
Microphone Operation ModeMono
Connector TypeComposite video/audio output
Viewfinder TypeElectronic
Display TypeLCD
Display Size2.5 inches
Optical Sensor Size1/3 inch
Focus AdjustmentAutomatic/Manual
Lens ApertureF/1.6
FocusAutomatic/Manual

Summary

For Your Safety

Warning and Caution Marks

Explains safety symbols and warnings for electrical shock and environmental hazards.

Important Safeguards

AC Adapter/Charger Safety

AC Adapter/Charger Safety Instructions

Important safety instructions for the AC adapter/charger, including cord and plug safety.

Initial Camcorder Setup

Charging the Battery

Details the initial step of charging the camcorder battery and related notes.

Camcorder Adjustments and Setup

Battery Pack Installation

Installing the Battery Pack

Step-by-step guide on how to correctly install the camcorder battery pack.

Alternative Power Sources

Using the AC Adapter/Charger

Connects the camcorder to mains power via the AC adapter/charger.

Cassette Handling

Inserting and Removing Cassettes

Covers the procedures for inserting and removing 8mm video cassettes.

Tape Management

Date and Time Setup

Setting and Correcting Date/Time

Guides on setting the camcorder's date and time, including corrections.

Identifying Camcorder Controls

Basic Recording and Playback

Making a Basic Recording

Step-by-step guide to record video using the camcorder's basic functions.

Advanced Techniques Overview

Date and Title Recording

Details how to record date, time, and custom titles onto your tapes.

Zoom Features

Focusing Techniques

Auto Focus Operation

Guides on using the auto focus feature and conditions where manual focus is needed.

Manual Focus and Stabilization

Using Manual Focus

Step-by-step instructions for manually focusing the camcorder's lens.

Video Effects

Advanced Recording Features

Title Creation and Recording

Creating and Recording Titles

Guide on creating and recording custom titles onto video tapes.

Dubbing and Editing

Dubbing to a VCR

Instructions for copying recorded content from camcorder to a VCR.

Synchro Edit and Programmable Editing

Using Synchro Edit

Explains using synchro edit for glitch-free recording segments.

Remote Control Programming for VCR

Programmable Editing Operation

Audio/Video Dubbing

Recording TV Programs

Recording Television Programs

Instructions for recording TV programs using the camcorder.

Troubleshooting Guide

Camera Recording Problems

Addresses issues like no picture, recording mode failure, focus, and title display.

Playback and Recording Troubleshooting

Playback Issues and Interference

Troubleshooting picture problems, interference, and date search issues during playback.

Battery and Operation Troubleshooting

Battery Condition and Operation Issues

Solutions for battery discharge indication and unresponsive controls.

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