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Hitachi VM-E625LA User Manual

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For Your Safety - 1 -
Instruction Manual
8mm Video Camcorder
VM-E625LA
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.
QR15092 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1996 Printed in Japan KR-R(N)

Table of Contents

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Hitachi VM-E625LA Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHitachi
ModelVM-E625LA
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

For Your Safety

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Key warnings regarding fire/shock hazards, moisture, and electrical safety.

Important Safeguards

Handling and Placement Safety

Covers polarized plugs, power sources, cord protection, ventilation, and stable placement.

Outdoor Safety and Usage Guidelines

Warnings about outdoor antennas, power lines, cleaning, and object entry.

Service Information

Servicing and Repair Conditions

Guidance on self-servicing and conditions requiring professional repair.

AC Adapter/Charger Safety

Adapter/Charger Usage and Warnings

Instructions for saving, reading, and using the AC adapter/charger safely.

Getting Started

Camcorder Battery Pack Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the camcorder's main battery pack.

Setting the Date and Time

Step-by-step guide to setting the camcorder's date and time for recording.

Battery Charging Procedures

Step-by-step guide for charging the camcorder battery.

Battery Usage and Disposal

Advice on optimal battery condition, care, and recycling.

Getting Started

Installing Alkaline Batteries

Detailed steps for installing six alkaline batteries correctly.

Battery Safety Precautions

Critical safety warnings for handling and disposing of batteries.

Alkaline Battery Usage Notes

Important notes and precautions for using alkaline batteries.

Alternative Power Sources: AC Adapter

Instructions for connecting and using the AC adapter/charger.

Inserting a Cassette

Step-by-step instructions for inserting an 8mm cassette into the camcorder.

Getting Started and Identifying Controls

Camcorder Operation Buttons

Details on playback, focus, fade, power, and zoom controls.

Camcorder Controls - Left/Rear

Identification and function of controls on the left and rear sides of the camcorder.

LCD Monitor Handling Cautions

Important warnings for safe use, cleaning, and positioning of the LCD monitor.

LCD Monitor Operation and Brightness

How to open and adjust the LCD monitor's brightness.

Basic Techniques

Making a Basic Recording

Step-by-step guide for performing a simple recording.

Playback Operation

How to play back recorded tapes using the camcorder controls.

Connecting to TV with VCR

Guide to connecting the camcorder to a TV via a VCR.

Advanced Techniques

Connecting Camcorder to TV

Instructions for connecting the camcorder to a TV using different methods.

Using the Power Zoom

How to use the W and T controls for zooming.

Advanced Techniques

Using the Digital Zoom

How to use the digital zoom feature for increased magnification.

Using Manual Focus

Step-by-step guide for manually focusing the camcorder.

Using the Electronic Image Stabilizer

How to use EIS to correct image shake during recording.

Advanced Techniques

Using Auto Focus

How the camcorder automatically focuses on subjects.

Using Fade Effects

How to apply white fade, wipe fade, and zoom fade effects.

General Maintenance

Cleaning Camcorder Video Heads

How to clean camcorder video heads using a head cleaning tape.

Troubleshooting: Cassette and Recording Issues

Solutions for problems with cassette insertion and camera recording.

Battery and Operation Troubleshooting

Solutions for battery indicators and no operation issues.

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