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Getting Started
This section guides you through the initial preparation of the camcorder. None of these processes
are complex. Set aside some time, relax, and familiarize yourself with this quality instrument.
Enjoy getting to know all about your Hitachi 8mm camcorder. The more comfortable and familiar
you are with the machine and its features, the more you can make it do for you. Let's get started!
It is crucial that you read and understand all the safety instructions before you begin. If you
haven't read the safety instructions yet, please take the time to do so now.
Charging the Battery
The first step is to set the battery to charge. It takes approximately an hour (VM-BP82G), enough
time to familiarize yourself with some of the basic features of the camcorder. Once fully charged
the battery will give an operating time of approximately 55 minutes, but this is reduced to a half to
one-third depending on how often you use zoom and start/stop functions.
Charge the battery at a temperature range of 50°F(10°C) - 86°F(30°C) to prevent damage to the
battery.
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. To insert the battery into the charger align the reference arrow on the battery with the reference
arrow on the AC adapter/charger. Push the battery till it is flush with the AC adapter/charger
sliding it in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure.
3. The CHARGE light remains on while the battery charges, turning off when charging completes.
Note: Remove the DC cord from the AC adapter/charger before attempting to charge the
battery. The CHARGE light flashes if the DC cord remains connected while you attempt to
charge the battery.
Note: Do not operate the battery at temperature below 14°F (-10°C) or above 95°F (35°C). At
extremely low temperatures operation time decreases, while at high temperature the battery
may be damaged.
After charging set the mark switch to red so that you may quickly identify
whether the battery is charged or uncharged.
Note: The marker switch does not guarantee the batteries charge status.
Additional Information
To use a battery in optimum condition:
• Use the battery until the low charge light (
) flashes. Using a battery for a short time and then
recharging it may shorten the operation time.
• It is recommended to refresh a battery before recharging it when it has not been used for long
time; otherwise its operation time becomes short. Press the refresh button.
After refreshing is complete, the REFRESH light turns off and the CHARGE light turns on and
charging begins automatically.