Instruction Manual Camcorders VM-8400LA

HEAD CLEANING

• Picture playback may become blurred or be interrupted. This does not mean that the

recorded program has been erased.

• Dirt accumulated on the head after long periods of use causes this problem. In this case,

head cleaning requiring highly technical care is necessary.

• Consult your nearest dealer or VCR service center before using a head cleaning tape.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

The video camcorder is a precision electromechanical device which will require periodic

maintenance after a period of normal use. We expect that no maintenance other than head

cleaning will be required during the warranty period by most users, unless the video camcorder

is heavily used or seldom used. Normal maintenance is the responsibility of the user, although

defective parts are covered during the warranty period. Consult your VCR service center to

determine recommendations for normal maintenance based upon your location, use patterns

and machine age.

SPECIFICATIONS

 General

Power requirements 9.6V DC

Power consumption 9W (nominal)

Dimensions: 4-3/4"(W) x 8-3/8" (H) x 13-1/8" (D)

121(W) x 213(H) x 334(D) mm

Weight 4.7 lbs (2.15 kg)

Operating temp. 32°F ~ 104°F (0°C ~ 40°C)

Storage temp. -4°F ~ 140°F (-20°C ~ 60°C)

 Video Recorder Section

Format VHS

Record/playback system Two video record/playback heads plus a flying erase head

Video signal EIA standard NTSC color

Tape speed 33.35 mm/sec.

Video input 1.0 VP-p, 75 ohm

Video output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

Audio input -7.8 dBs (316 m Vrms), more than 47 kohm

Audio output -7.8 dBs (316 m Vrms), less than 1 kohm

Fast forward/rewind time Less than 6 minutes with T-120 cassette

 Camera Section

Scanning 525 lines/ 60 fields/ 30 frames

Required minimum illumination .8 lux