Manual for VM-E555LA

Manual for VM-E555LA

Brand: HITACHI

Category: Camcorder

Document Type: Manual

Language: EN

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

Getting Started

This section guides you through the initial preparation of the cam- corder. None of these processes are complex. Set aside some time, relax, and familiarize yourself with this quality instrument.

Enjoy getting to know all about your Hitachi 8mm camcorder. The more comfortable and familiar you are with the machine and its features, the more you can make it do for you. Let's get started!

It is crucial that you read and understand all the safety instructions before you begin. If you haven't read the safety instructions yet, please take the time to do so now.

Components and Accessories

Check that you have all the following components and accessories before proceeding.

  1. Audio/Video output cable
  2. 20-pin S cable
  3. Battery pack
  4. AC adaptor
  5. Shoulder strap
  6. Battery for date/title
  7. Remote control
  8. Batteries for remote control

Optional RF Converter Unit

If you wish to connect this camcorder to a tele- vision that does not have audio/video input jacks you will need to use the optional RF converter unit model VM-RF86A(R).

Troubleshooting and error codes

SymptomCheck Point & Correction
Cassette holder cannot be opened when you press the EJECT button. • Connect the power source.
Cassette cannot be inserted into cassette compartment. • Load cassette in direction indicated by arrow on cassette. • Cassette window must be toward outside.
Picture does not appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. • Slide the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch to CAM.
The camcorder cannot go into the recording mode, even when the Start/Stop button is pressed. • Check the record-protect tab on the cassette. See page 20 for details. • Slide the CAM/OFF/VIDEO switch to CAM.
Picture is out of focus.
Auto-focus does not operate.		 • Make sure that "FOCUS" does not appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. If it is displayed, press FOCUS/VOL. control buttons to erase it. • Auto-Focus does not operate if a special-effects filter is attached or the objects shown on page 29 are being recorded.
The created title does not appear. • Insert the clock battery, then create a title. • Do not remove the clock battery after creating a title. • When the stored title (prememo) is displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor, press the PLAY button.
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