RCA EZ218BK - Small Wonder Camcorder Quick Start Guide

Introduction

Please read these instructions for quick tips on using the product.
A comprehensive User Manual in your selected language (English, Spanish, or French) will be copied to your PC as part of the Memory Manager software installation. You can find the User Manual PDF file as a shortcut on your desktop and also under the Window's Start Menu under the RCA folder. The User Manual PDF file can also be found in the camcorder memory under the User Manuals folder.

Content of the box

• Small Wonder Camcorder
• AC/DC adapter
• USB cable
• AV cable
• Carrying case
• Wrist strap
• Quick Start Guide
• Owner Registration card
• Warranty leaflet
• 4GB microSD card (installed in the camcorder)
• microSD to SD adaptor

Charging your camcorder

Please charge the battery for at least three hours before first use.

• Use only the provided AC/DC adapter
• Image is for reference only, the AC/DC adapter shown in the image may vary from the actual product

NOTE:
The unit is properly charging when you see the animated charging symbol on the Camcorder display. If you do not see this charging symbol, follow these steps:

1. Make sure that you have the camcorder connected to the AC/DC power adapter.
2. Momentarily slide and hold the Camcorder power switch to the ON position to initiate charging.

Inserting (or removing) memory card

The camcorder internal memory will only permit minutes of recording time. A microSD memory card (installed in the camcorder) is recommended for recording.

As the memory card is small in size, it is recommended to use a small coin to help insert or remove it.
To insert card: Push the card in until a click is heard
To remove card: Push card in until a click is heard, then slowly release the card.
As card is under minimal tension when locked in memory slot, please use care when removing.

Turning on the camcorder

The camcorder has three operation modes (Video, Photo and Playback). It is always in Video mode after switched on. Refer to the diagram below for switching between modes.

¹ In Video mode (), press Record to record a video.

² In Photo mode (), press PHOTO to take a photo.

Selecting recording quality

Video recording and photo taking

1. Start, stop, resume recording in Video mode (); enter Video mode () from Photo mode ()
2. Pause recording
3. Zoom in during recording
4. Zoom out during recording
5. Enter Photo mode () from Video mode (); take photos in Photo mode ()

³ Actual recording time and capacity will vary depending on type of video content being recorded, system requirements, and other factors.

Playing back or deleting recordings

1. Enter Playback mode to play the most recent recording; start or pause playback
2. Adjust volume during playback Cue to previous recording
3. Cue to next recording
4. Enter Video mode () from Playback mode
5. Press once to delete the last or selected recording; press and hold for 3 seconds to delete all recordings. Follow the instructions on screen to confirm deletion.
6. Enter Photo mode () from Playback mode

Installing RCA Memory Manager application

Connect the camcorder to your PC with the provided USB cable. The Memory Manager application will start installation automatically⁴. Follow the instructions on screen for installation.

To ensure that videos can be managed and played on your PC:

• Make sure to install the included Memory Manager application.
• Use the SHARE functions of the Memory Manager for sharing videos with friends and family. The native files from the camcorder may not play in other computers.

⁴ If the installation does not start automatically, open My Computer and double- click the SmallWonder icon. Then double-click rcasw_setup to start the installation.

Learning more about the camcorder

Read the user manual for more information on the following:

• Using the MENU button to set the camcorder (including date and time)
• Viewing videos on TV
• Recording videos to VHS tape or DVD
• Connecting the camcorder to your PC
• Tips and troubleshooting
• Safety and warranty information

General controls

* To reset the camcorder (in case it is not functioning properly): Slide and hold the On/off switch for more than 10 seconds.

For customer service and technical support

For more information on this product, please visit www.rcaaudiovideo.com.
RCA's customer support line is available at (800) 290-6650.

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