Hitachi VM-H81A - Manual (Page 24)

Getting Started
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Using the AC Adapter/Charger
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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.)
Before attaching the external power cord check that there is no sand, water or
dirt adhering to the terminal of the attachment section. If anything adheres to the
terminal, use the brush (provided) or a soft cloth to wipe it off completely.
AC Adapter/Charger Hookup
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. Attach the external power cord to the camcorder.
3. Connect the external power cord plug to the DC OUT jack 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.
Using a Car Battery
The camcorder can be powered with a car battery by using an optional
Car Adapter/Charger (Hitachi VM-CA500A) 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.)
Using Car Battery Hookup
1. Connect the car adapter/charger to the car's cigarette lighter socket.
2. Attach the external power cord to the camcorder.
3. Connect the external power cord plug to the DC OUTPUT jack of the
car adapter/charger.
Note: Only use the car adapter/charger with cars having 12/24 volts negative
ground system.
Inserting and Removing Cassettes
A power source must be connected before inserting or removing
cassettes. Once connected cassettes can be inserted or removed whether
the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch is on or off.
Inserting a cassette
1. Open the case ("How to Open and Close the Case", p.10).
2. Press the EJECT button. The cassette holder will rise and the cassette
door will open.
3. Place the cassette in the cassette holder so that the transparent window
faces away from the body of the camcorder and the sprockets toward the
body of the camcorder.