Hitachi VM-E54A Camcorder User Manual


 
Basic Techniques
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Note: TAPE flashes in the viewfinder when the tab on the side of the cassette is completely
visible.
6. To stop recording press the Start/Stop button and REC disappears from the
viewfinder replaced by . This places the camera/recorder in standby.
Note: TAPE END flashes in the viewfinder when about 3 minutes or less remain of the tape
cassette.
Note: If the camera/recorder is left in record/pause mode for more than 5 minutes, the
camera/recorder turns off automatically. To restart it press the Start/Stop button and the
camera returns to record/pause mode.
Playing Back Your Recording
Depending on the setup of your video equipment, you connect the camera/recorder in
one of the 3 methods explained below.
Connecting to a Television with a VCR Attached
1. Connect the provided AV output cord to the AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks of your
VCR.
2. Connect the free square plug to the AV IN/OUT jack of your camera/recorder.
3. Insert the previously recorded cassette into the camera/recorder.
4. Turn on your VCR and place it in the camera/recorder input mode (consult your VCR
manual for details). Operate the television as you normally do to see the signal coming
from the VCR.
5. Hold down the red button on the CAMERA/OFF/VIDEO switch while sliding the
switch to VIDEO.