General Maintenance
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It is recommended that you store the camcorder in a box with a
desiccant.
Store the camcorder without closing the snap and with the case slightly
open.
Periodic Maintenance
A precision electromechanical device, the Hitachi VM-H81A 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.
Troubleshooting
Quality is very important at Hitachi. We inspect and check every
camcorder carefully at the factory under the most rigid quality control and
inspection systems. If problems develop please check the following
possible solutions before inquiring about professional service.
INSERTING OR REMOVING THE CASSETTE
Symptom Check Point & Correction
Cassette holder cannot be opened when
you slide “EJECT” button
Connect the power source.
Cassette cannot be inserted into cassette
compartment.
Load cassette in direction indicated by
arrow on cassette.
Cassette window must be toward outside.
CAMERA RECORDING
Symptom Check Point & Correction
Picture does not appear in the viewfinder.
Remove the lens cap.
`Slide the power switch to “CAMERA”
Disconnect the AV input cable from the
camera/recorder.
The camera/recorder cannot go into the
recording mode, even when the start/stop
button is pressed.
Check the record protect tab on the
cassette.
Make sure that the “FOCUS M” does
not appear in the viewfinder. If it is
displayed, press “Focus” select button to
erase it.
Picture is out of focus.
Auto-Focus does not operate if a special
effects filter is attached.
RECORDING TV PROGRAMS OFF THE AIR
Symptom Check Point & Correction
The camera/recorder can not be set to
the recording mode, even when the
start/sop button on the
camera/recorder is pressed.
Check the record protect tab on the
cassette.
Set the power switch to “CAMERA”
position.
Connect the camera/recorder and TV
(or VCR).
