Hitachi VM-H620A - Manual (Page 24)

Getting Started - 24 -
Using the Linear Time Counter
The linear time counter displays the tape run in hours, minutes, and seconds, helping you to keep
track of how long you've been filming or time you have left to film before running out of tape.
Turn the camcorder on to display the linear time counter. The linear time counter keeps track
from when you load a cassette into the camcorder and clears to 0:00:00 when the cassette is
ejected.
Remaining Tape
The tape remaining display shows the remaining tape that can be used for recording and
playback, using seven dashes. This feature is handy when recording since it lets you know how
long you can record on the loaded tape.
Insert a cassette into the camcorder and start recording or playback; 10 seconds later, the
remaining tape will be displayed. When the cassette is ejected, the display will disappear.
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" is displayed for 10 seconds after the tape starts to run.
Note: The tape remaining display appears 10 seconds after the tape starts to run.
Note: When the remaining tape time becomes less than about three minutes, TAPE END
flashes in the viewfinder.
Setting the Date and Time
Take the time to set the date and time now. The date and time can be recorded on your tapes to
act as a handy reference when viewing them later. Use the following procedure to set up the
display for the current date and time.
Note: Be sure to insert the clock battery before setting the date and time. Although the date
and time can be set without the clock battery inserted, they will disappear when the battery
providing power to the camcorder is removed.