User manual HITACHI VM-3700A

[. . . ] TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 HITACHI Instruction Manual Video Camera/Recorder VM-3700A Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd. , Norcross, GA 30093 Pointe Claire, Tel. 404-279-5600 HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII, INC. 3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, HI 96819 Tel. [. . . ] Press the button during playback of tape, and the tape is played back in the forward direction approximately 3 times faster than the normal speed to confirm the recorded content. Press "PLAY" button to return to normal playback mode or press "STOP/EJECT" button to stop tape movement. NOTE: You can also visually scan forward when the camera/recorder is in record/pause (stand-by) mode by pressing and holding this button. "PLAY" Button Used for playback of tape recorded in the SP mode. NOTE: When the camera/recorder is in the record/pause (stand-by) mode, pressing and holding this button will play the tape at normal speed. (REW, PLAY, F. FWD, and STOP/EJECT) · These buttons are used for title making buttons when the "TITLE" button is pressed. (See "TITLE RECORDING" on page 28. ) · These buttons may be also used to set the date and time during pause (stand-by) mode. (See "DATE/TIME SETTING" on page 20. ) 29 IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS Diagram of Camera "BATTERY" Release Lever Releases the battery attached to the video camera/recorder. Cassette Holder Press "STOP/EJECT" button to open the cassette holder. Be aware of the cassette direction when inserting. NOTE: Power source must be connected to open the cassette holder. "DC IN 9. 6V" Jack When using the AC adaptor/charger (provided) or the car battery cord (optional), connect this jack and the "DC OUTPUT" of the AC adapter/charger or the car's cigarette lighter socket. Graphics in the Electronic Viewfinder "BRIGHT', "COLOR" and "TINT" controls Use to adjust the picture color in the viewfinder. "REC/PAUSE" Button This button is used to control the camera/recorder. When the "POWER" switch is set to the "CAM" position, pressing this button starts the tape to begin recording. "REC" appears in the viewfinder. When this button is pressed again, " " appears instead of "REC" and the tape stops and the camera/recorder enters the record/pause (stand-by) mode. NOTE: This button may be also used to display a still picture during the playback mode. Power Zoom Switch/ "TRACKING" Control · This switch performs zooming electrically. "W": Picture becomes wider gradually. "T": Picture becomes telescopic gradually. · Used when playing a tape recorded on another VCR. Ejecting the cassette returns the tracking to the normal position. Lens Cap Tab · Place the lens cap on this tab when you are ready to record a scene. The tab also prevents the lens cap from swinging around on its cord. Hand Strap Adjust to best fit your hand. 20 The date and time can be recorded on your tape to act as a handy reference when viewing them at a later time. Use the following procedure to set up this display for the current date and time. The time backup battery is rechargeable. Charge the backup battery every two months. [. . . ] DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week, 24 hours a day 800 HITACHI 1-800-448-2244 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. Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance. [. . . ]