Getting Started
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Note:
Do not let the batteries or the terminals of the camcorder get dirty. If they are dirty, use a dry cloth to
wipe off the dirt completely.
Note:
It is recommended that you use a battery pack to power the camcorder when using a DC camera light.
If a camera light is used when the camcorder is powered by batteries, the required supply voltage will be very
short and the camcorder will turn off soon.
Note:
When the batteries are used to power the camcorder in a cold place, it may not operate normally; the
operation time may become extremely short or the camcorder may not be turned on. It is recommended that
you use a battery pack to power the camcorder in a cold place. (At 50°F (10°C), the chemical reaction
decreases the capacity of battery to one-tenth when compared to that at normal temperature 68°F (20°C).)
Note:
Noise may appear momentarily in the viewfinder when recording is started or stopped.
Note:
Be careful when touching the batteries with your bare hand to remove them as they are warm during
and just use.
Note:
Since the supply voltage from batteries decreases more abruptly when compared to that from a battery
pack, the battery remaining level indicator (
) may not flash in the viewfinder, noise may occur, the picture
and sound may not be recorded normally and/or the power may be turned off soon. These phenomena occur
because the capacity of batteries becomes low. So turn the power switch off and replace the batteries. If the
power switch is left turned on in this state, the power may turn on temporarily and turn off again repeatedly.
Note:
Be sure not to short, disassemble, heat or throw batteries into fire. This is very dangerous.
Using Alternative Power Sources
Using the AC Adapter/Charger
Please ensure that the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch is in the OFF position whenever attaching or detaching any
power supply (ie. battery, AC adapter/charger, etc.)
1. Plug the AC adapter/charger power cord into an AC outlet. Make sure that the wide blade fits into the wide slot.
If it doesn't fit try reversing it. If you still cannot make fit the blades fully into the outlet either contact an electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet, or use a polarized cord or outlet accessory.
2. Connect one end of the DC cord (provided) to the DC IN jack of the camcorder. Connect the other end of the
DC cord to the DC OUTPUT of the AC adapter/charger.
Note:
The AC adapter/charger can be used around the world. An AC plug adapter is required in some foreign
countries. If you need one purchase it at your Hitachi distributor.
Note:
The battery level indicator sometimes displays the partial charge symbol when using the AC
adaptor/charger. Ignore this indicator when using the AC adaptor/charger.
Using a Car Battery
The camcorder can be powered with a car battery by using an optional car battery cord (Hitachi VM-CC80A) to
plug the camcorder into the car's cigarette lighter socket. Please ensure that the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch is in the
OFF position whenever attaching or detaching any power supply (ie. battery, AC adapter/charger, etc).
