User manual HITACHI VM-H765LA

[. . . ] 6740 Campobello Road Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8 CANADA Tel. 905-821-4545 Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. Please take time to become familiar with the manual and how it is set up. 1997 Printed in Japan KN-S(N) 1 Important Safety Information TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] The linear time counter keeps track from when you load a cassette into the camcorder and clears to "0:00:00" when the cassette is ejected. 27 Remaining Tape Remaining Tape The tape remaining display shows the remaining tape that can be used for recording and playback, using seven dashes. This feature is handy when recording since it lets you know how long you can record on the loaded tape. Insert a cassette into the camcorder and start recording or playback; 10 seconds later, the remaining tape will be displayed. When the cassette is ejected, the display will " is displayed for 10 seconds after the tape starts to run. " Note: The tape remaining display appears 10 seconds after the tape starts to run. Note: When the remaining tape time becomes less than about three minutes, "TAPE END" flashes in the viewfinder or LCD monitor. Setting the Date and Time Take the time to set the date and time now. The date and time can be recorded on your tapes to act as a handy reference when viewing them later. Use the following procedure to set up the display for the current date and time. Note: Be sure to insert the clock battery before setting the date and time. Although the date and time can be set without the clock battery inserted, they will disappear when the battery providing power to the camcorder is removed. Make sure that the current time is displayed correctly before you start filming. 28 Setting the Date and Time 1. If you want to view the picture in the viewfinder, close the LCD monitor. Note: Pull out the eye cup all the way when using the viewfinder. To open the lens door, slide the lens door opener to OPEN ("Lens Door Opener", p20) 4. Press the red button on the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch as you slide it to CAM. " " appears and the camcorder is now ready to record. When you are ready to record press the Start/Stop button. "REC" appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor and the camcorder records the picture you see in the viewfinder or LCD monitor. To stop recording press the Start/Stop button and "REC" disappears from the ". viewfinder or LCD monitor replaced by " 7. Press and hold the small button in the lens door opener, and then slide it to CLOSE. Note: If the LCD monitor is opened or closed (the monitor picture is switched between the viewfinder and LCD monitor) during recording, the on-screen display will disappear for about one second. It is recommended that you do not switch the picture during recording as the date or title superimposed in the picture being recorded will disappear for about one second. [. . . ] 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. Our service "Hotline" operator will direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility nearest you. Just present proof of purchase and/or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide. [. . . ]