Hitachi VM-8400LA User Manual

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NOTES: 
• The AC adaptor/charger cannot charge the battery and operate the camcorder at the same 
time. 
• When using the AC adaptor/charger to power the camcorder, the battery level indicator may 
display "

". This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the 

AC adaptor/charger to power the camcorder. 

 

1. Connect the small plug of the car battery cord to the "DC IN 9.6V" jack of the camcorder. 
2. Connect the other end of the car battery cord to the car's cigarette lighter socket. 

NOTES: 
• The car battery cord is designed to be used only with automobiles having a 12-volt negative 
ground system. 
• To prevent fire or shock hazard or damage to your camcorder, please use only the specified 
car battery cord. 

When the "

 " indication appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor and flashes while the 

camcorder is being operated with a battery (provided), it indicates that the battery charge is 
low. Charge it or replace it with a charged battery. 

Press the "DISPLAY" button. The remaining battery power level will appear in the viewfinder 
or LCD monitor. 
When the battery is fully charged, is displayed. After several minutes, the symbol will change 
to "

". When the battery is very near empty, the symbol will change to "

" and start blinking. 

You should find an alternative power source or recharge the battery before continuing to use 
your camcorder. 

 When a battery pack is used to power the camcorder, "

" flashes even if "DISPLAY" 

is not pressed to warn you that the battery power level is low.