Manual for VM-2700E

Manual for VM-2700E

Brand: HITACHI

Category: Camcorder

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

Uploaded: Aug. 10, 2025, 12:50 a.m.

Warranty Information

Consult your dealer for warranty information, as maintenance and adjustments are not user-serviceable.

Basic Operation of the VM-2700E Camcorder

The VM-2700E is a VHS camcorder that combines camera and recorder functions in one unit. It features an autofocus zoom lens, video/audio dubbing, fade-in/fade-out, and a high-speed shutter for capturing fast action.

Recording

  1. Connect a power source (battery or AC adapter).
  2. Insert a VHS cassette.
  3. Set the OPERATE switch to "CAM".
  4. Press the REC/PAUSE button to start recording. The "REC" indicator will appear.
  5. Press REC/PAUSE again to pause recording.
  6. To stop recording, slide the OPERATE switch to "VIDEO".

Playback

  1. Set the OPERATE switch to "VIDEO".
  2. Press the PLAY button to playback the tape.
  3. Use F.FWD or REW to fast forward or rewind.
  4. Press STOP/EJECT to stop tape movement.

Special Features

  • Instant Review: Press REVIEW to replay the last few seconds.
  • Quick Edit: Hold F.FWD, REW, or PLAY to search for editing points.
  • Date/Time Setting: Allows you to record date and time information on tapes.

Troubleshooting and error codes

Symptom Check Point & Correction
The cassette holder cannot be opened when you press the STOP/EJECT button in the stop mode. Connect the power source.
Cassette cannot be inserted into cassette compartment. Load cassette in direction indicated by arrow on cassette.
Picture does not appear in the viewfinder. Remove the lens cap.
Set OPERATE switch to "CAM".
The camera/recorder can not go into the recording mode, even when the REC/PAUSE button is pressed. Set OPERATE switch to "CAM".
The "<image>" indication in the electronic viewfinder flashes to indicate battery is discharged. Try another battery or charge the battery.
PLAY button cannot be engaged. Set OPERATE switch to "VIDEO".
Interference on playback picture. Adjust the TRACKING control (power zoom switch T/W).
When you see the playback picture on your TV, adjust fine tuning knob on television set to obtain the best picture.
The pre-recorded tape is LP recording. This camera/recorder is for use in SP recording only.
Picture is out of focus. Auto-focus does not operate. Make sure that "FOCUS" does not appear in the viewfinder. If "FOCUS" is displayed, press the AUTO/MAN FOCUS control buttons simultaneously so that it goes out.
Power is not turned on and no button operations are accepted. Remove the power source, and after about one minute, push the reset switch gently using a toothpick, etc. until you feel a click. The display will be reset. Then set the information again.
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