Hitachi VM-E310A - Manual (Page 34)

Getting Started - Identifying Controls
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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.
Getting Started - Identifying Controls
Left side / Front / Back Controls Illustration
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1. Lens
F1.6 (4~48mm) 12:1 power zoom lens with auto focus and auto iris functions.
2. Viewfinder BRIGHT, COLOR and TINT controls
Refer to page 9.
3. Cassette Holder Close Button
CAUTION: Be sure to press this button to close the cassette holder. Otherwise, the tape
may become slack and may be damaged.
4. Cassette Holder
A power source must be connected to the camcorder before a cassette can be inserted
or removed.
5. Microphone
6. Infrared Receiver
The area where infrared signals from the wireless remote are received. Aim the remote
control to this area for best results.
7. Record Indicator
This indicator lights when the camcorder is recording.