General

 

 

Power requirements

9.6V DC

 

Power consumption

7.5W (nominal)

 

Dimensions

4-3/4" (W) x 8-3/8" (H) x13-1/8" (D)

 

 

 

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

 

Weight

4.7 lbs (2.15 kg)

 

Operating temperature

32°F ~ 104°F (0°C ~ 40°C)

 

Storage temperature

-4°F ~ 140°F (-20°C ~ 60°C)

Video

Recorder Section

 

 

Format

VHS

 

Record/playback system

VM-7500LA: Two video record/playback heads

erase head

VM-8500LA: Two video record/playback heads plus a flying

 

 

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

0.3 lux

 

Pickup device

1/4" C.C.D.

 

Lens diameter

46 mm

For U.S.A. only

HITACHI

Service Hotline

To locate an authorized HITACHI service facility in the continental U.S.A.

DIAL TOLL FREE

7 days a week, 24 hours a day

800 HITACHI

1-800-448-2244

Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.

Hitachi has made every effort to assure you hours of trouble free operation from your unit. However, should you require service, a network of Hitachi Authorized Service Facilities has been established in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. Each facility will provide you with convenient and expedient assistance. Our service "Hotline" operator will direct you to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility nearest you. Just present proof of purchase and/or delivery receipts to the Hitachi Authorized Service Facility and service will be rendered in accordance with the terms of the limited warranty as stated on your warranty card or operating guide.

Should you have any questions regarding in-warranty service, operation or technical assistance, please