Hitachi VM-E521A User Manual

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General Maintenance 
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General Maintenance 
Cleaning the camcorder Heads 
Dirt can accumulate on the video heads on the camera causing the playback picture to become blurred or appear 
as if video information is lost. This often means that the video heads are dirty. Use a video head cleaner such as 
a dry type head cleaning tape to clean the heads. 
If after cleaning the heads the picture does not clear up consult your nearest dealer or VCR service center for 
professional head cleaning. 
 
Cleaning the Lens and Picture Tube of the Electronic Viewfinder 
The lens of the electronic viewfinder can be user-cleaned if dust, dirt, or other foreign matter adheres to it. 
 
1. Rotate and remove eye cup. 
2. Clean the picture tube face and lens. 
To prevent scratching, use a soft non abrasive cloth, swab or lens cleaning paper. 
3. Fit the projection of the eye cup into the groove in the viewfinder and rotate the eye cup in the direction of the 
arrow. 
Periodic Maintenance 
A precision electromechanical device, the Hitachi VM-E520/E521A 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.