General Maintenance
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General Maintenance
Cleaning the camcorder Heads
Dirt can accumulate on the video heads on the camera causing the playback picture to
become blurred or appear as if video information is lost. This often means that the video
heads are dirty. Use a video head cleaner such as a dry type head cleaning tape to
clean the heads.
If after cleaning the heads the picture does not clear up consult your nearest dealer or
VCR service center for professional head cleaning.
Cleaning the Lens and Picture Tube of the Electronic Viewfinder
The lens of the electronic viewfinder can be user-cleaned if dust, dirt, or other foreign
matter adheres to it.
Cleaning the Lens Illustration
1. Rotate and remove eye cup.
2. Clean the picture tube face and lens.
To prevent scratching, use a soft non abrasive cloth, swab or lens cleaning paper.
3. Align the reference mark and rotate the eye cup in the direction of arrow.
Periodic Maintenance
A precision electromechanical device, the Hitachi VM-E110A/E310A requires
maintenance after a period of normal use. We expect that no other maintenance other
than head cleaning will be required during the period of warranty unless the camcorder
is used either heavily or seldom. Defective parts are covered by the warranty. Normal
maintenance is the responsibility of the owner. Consult your dealer or local VCR service
center for recommendations regarding normal maintenance based on your use patterns,
location, and the age of the camcorder.
