- HITACHI VHS Instruction Manual VM-1800A VM-2800A VM-3800A

CHECKING THE BATTERY
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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.
CHECKING THE BATTERY
When the " " indication appears in the viewfinder 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.
NOTE: When the camcorder is turned on, the battery level indicator " " is displayed in the
viewfinder indicating the condition of camera/recording battery. 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.