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- Page 2 Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. camcorder or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture. I WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose This symbol indicates "'dangerous...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
....Eyepiece Focus Control ....Battery Storage ......LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Battery Safety Precautions .... 16 Displays ........Use the RCA Optional DISPLAY Button ......Car Cord Adapter ....... 17 Quick Review Feature ..... Videocassettes ......Microphone ........Erase Protection - Safety Tab ..18 Auto Focus ........ - Page 4 Digital E ffects ......... Audio/Video Inputs ..... Selecting aDigital E ffect ....30 Optional A ccessories ....16X9 Mode ........Using the Optional AC093 Negative Mode ......Tripod ........Digital Z ooming ......Removing the Lens Hood ..... 54 Mosaic M ode ........
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Page 5: Assistance
This section describes the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Assistance The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter. Camcorder Exchange Warranty .... - Page 6 2. Attaching the Adapter and Charger. To AC 50/60 Hz Adapter/ Charger Jack Since the battery must be charged before 2. Attach the other end of the cable it can be used the first time, attach the to the DC IN 9.6V jack on the adapter/charger to the camcorder.
- Page 7 4. Inserting a Tape. Safety Tab STOP/EJECT Button Tape Windows Cassette _Cassette Door Press Here to Close 3. Press the cassette down gently 1. Press STOP/EJECTto open the until it locks into place, and close cassette compartment. the cassette compartment door. 2.
- Page 8 Electronic Viewfinder (Grasp here to move.)_ Eyepiece_._ FOCUS Eyepiece Control OPEoN n __'_._ Shoulder VF_L _ I1:]1 Ill ""_- Extension II I III LoI L Bright C°ntr°l _CD_ Monitor 6. Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What's Recording. You can watch what you're recording on the LCD monitor or in the black-and- white viewfinder.
- Page 9 RE C/PA USE Button LIGHT A UTO/OFF/ON Switch 7. Set the LIGHTA UTO/OFF/ Start and stop recording. ON switch to A UTO. • Press and release the REC/ PA USE button to start • The color enhancement light helps recording. REC appears in the you create brighter...
- Page 10 RE W/ PLAY RE VIE W Button CAMERA/ Button OFF/VCR RE C/PA USE Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR 9. Play back what you have recorded. switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder. 1. Press the REC/PAUSE button to pause recording. Close the LCD monitor 2.
- Page 11 12. Review camcorder's operating controls. DISPLAY Button RE W (Rewind)/RE VIE W Button (Also - Button) RESET Button PLAY Button DATE/TIME Button EFWD (Fast Forward) Button TITLER Button (Also + Button) STOP/EJECT CAMERA/ Button OFF/VCR Switch (Also EDIT-AD Button) Microphone Lens Checks for Lens Hood...
- Page 12 12. Review camcorder's operating controls. (continued) Built-In Speaker Lc°M°nit°rGA OeEN _.__ Attach Butt°n___ Rechargeable I_l[Ill IIH[_ I / II I Bright Battery Here Attach Adapter/ Charger's Control Volume _ Control INST. " Cord Here (Instant) FADE Shoulder ZOOM Button Extension Button DIGITAL EFFECTS...
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Page 13: Included Accessories
Attaching the Shoulder Strap The camcorder's shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder from your shoulder and - when you are ready to shoot - bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement. To Attach the Shoulder Strap 1. -
Page 14: Power Your Camcorder
Use the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder The adapter/charger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. The adapter/charger operates on 120 volts, 50/60 Hz, and can be used to power the camcorder or recharge the battery. -
Page 15: Charge The Battery
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charge the Battery The battery must be charged before it can be used the first time. Initial charging takes approximately two hours. The camcorder's operating time depends on how often you turn the power on and off and how much you use the monitor, zoom, and pause. - Page 16 Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued) CAMERA/ OFF/VCR Switch BATTER Y EJECT Button Rechargeable Battery Hold Battery Flush and Slide Down Attaching the Charged Battery 3. Press and hold the small button on the If the DC cable is attached to the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you camcorder, remove it before attaching...
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Page 17: Battery Level Indicator
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued) Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor and shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery. Battery Level Indicator Display in Viewfinder or on the LCD Monitor Note: If you can't see the battery level Notes: When you record using the recharge-... -
Page 18: Battery Care
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued) Battery Care • Your battery will provide better service (35°C). You might damage the and longer performance if you charge battery if you use it at temperatures if before and after use, and store it at above 122°F (50°C). -
Page 19: Use The Rca Optional
Use the RCA Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC096 car cord shown on page 50 allows you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts 12-volts to a 9.6-volt output. -
Page 20: Videocassettes
Make sure youselect good quality tapes f oryourcamcorder. Use ofpoor q uality tapes ortapes t hathave been damaged ormishandled can contaminate thevideo heads, resulting i na snowy p icture o rnopicture atallduring playback. Because there is no control over t hetype oftape purchased orrented b yconsumers, head cleaning i snot covered u nder warranty. -
Page 21: Insert And Remove Cassettes
Insert and Remove Cassettes -Tab STOP/ EJECT Button Windows Press here to close. out. Gently push the cassette down 1. Attach a power source to the until it locks into place. camcorder. Gently close the cassette holder with Press the STOP/EJECT button. -
Page 22: Date And Time Display
Setting the Time and Date You must set the correct date and time before it can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The built-in clock cell must be charged as described on the nextpage. NOTE: lfyou leave the camcorder on for ten minutes without a cassette inserted when the date has not been set or the built- in clock battery is dead, the camcorder demonstration mode will start. -
Page 23: Charging The Built-In Clock Battery
Record the Time and Date, A UTO Date, Auto TITLE, or Date The time and date, AUTO date, auto TITLE, date only, or no date can be recorded on your tape. Whenever one of these displays appear, it will be recorded. Selecting the Display to Record... -
Page 24: Use The Lcd Monitor Or Viewfinder
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You Record You can watch what you are recording on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than approximately 45 °, the viewfinder automati- cally turns off. -
Page 25: Using The Viewfinder
Using the Viewfinder The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. When the LCD monitor is open more than 45°, the viewfinder automatically turns off. Viewfinder Eyepiece Adjusting the Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing For convenient viewing,... -
Page 26: Lcd Monitor Or Viewfinder
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays O000M AE:60 ZM:2 INDEX I.ZOOM TAPE 10:30AM 11/18/1999 • Select ZM:2 to activate the extended AE:60 (Auto Exposure) Shutter Speed zoom mode - wide angle to 240 times Press the DISPLAY button to display the with instant zoom. - Page 27 INDEX Indicator • TAPE END flashes when there is Press the DISPLAY button to display this indicator when the camcorder is placing approximately five minutes an index mark on the tape. Details are on recording time left on the tape. page 28.
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Page 28: Display Button
DISPLA Y Button RE W/RE VIE W Button VCR Switch Zoom Buttons (T and IV) DISPLAY Button Quick Review Feature Press and release REW/REVIEWwhen The DISPLAYbutton lets you remove the battery level, steady pix, tape speed, tape camcorder is in record-pause to review counter with memory stop, remaining the last few seconds... -
Page 29: Microphone
Macro Focus Microphone The microphone picks up the sound The macro-focus feature lets you focus on during a recording. It is more sensitive objects as close as 3/8 inch from the camcorder lens. sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed. -
Page 30: Tape-Remaining Display
Recording Tape-Remaining Display Electronic Indexing The tape-remaining display shows the Each time you begin recording (after the camcorder has been turned off for at least approximate amount of tape remaining for recording or playback. four hours), the camcorder automatically records an index mark at the beginning the new recording. -
Page 31: Zooming
Zooming Press one of the zoom buttons to zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots. Instant zooming immediately magnifies the picture 1.5 times. Zoom Buttons (T and W) ZOOM Button Using the Zoom Buttons (T and W) Using the Instant Zoom Button (INST. -
Page 32: Digital Effects
Digital Effects The camcorder has a digital processor that allows you to record using five special digital effects: 16X9, a negative image, 240 times digital zoom (with instant zoom), a symmetric mirror image, or a mosaic image. Each effect is described in detail on the next pages. -
Page 33: 16X9 Mode
Digital Effects (continued) 16X9 Mode The camcorder has a wide recording mode that lets you make recordings compatible with the 16X9 format. When 16X9 is activated, the camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the picture to produce the wide-screen effect. This is also known as "letterbox"... -
Page 34: Negative Mode
Digital Effects (continued) Negative Mode The camcorder has a negative mode that lets you turn the image negative. 1. Place the camcorder in record-pause. Press REC/PA USE to start recording. Make sure the displays appears in the To turn off negative recording, press viewfinder... -
Page 35: Mosaic Mode
Digital Effects (continued) Mirror Mode The camcorder has a mirror mode that lets you display a symmetric image on the left and right, obtained by placing a mirror at the center of the screen. Press REC/PA USE to start recording. 1. -
Page 36: Fading I Nand Out O Fscenes
Fading In and Out of Scenes You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade in and out of scenes. Both the picture and sound gradually appear or disappear. The speed of the fade is controlled by the camcorder. FADE Button Selecting a Type of Fade... - Page 37 Fade In and Out of Scenes (continued) Fade In Fade Out 1. Press REC/PAUSE to pause 1. During recording, repeatedly press FADE to select a fade. recording. Note: The last fade used appears the 2. Repeatedly press FADE to select first time you press FADE.
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Page 38: Tape Counter
Tape Counter The tape counter acts as a handy reference to help you locate tape segments. The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When the tape counter appears, the tape stops automatically during rewind or fast forward when the tape counter reaches O000M: REW/ DISPLAY... -
Page 39: Editing Features
Editing Features The camcorder incorporates a complete package of advanced editing features to make it easy and fun to edit your home videos like a profes- sional. The major features are described on the following pages. • Camera Edit • Titler CAME RA/OFF/ RE W/RE VIE W VCR Switch... -
Page 40: Titler
Editing Features (continued) Titler The camcorder's built-in titler can store a title in memory. The created title can be displayed and recorded at any time. The built-in character register contains more than 45 different characters. Your title can contain up to 32 characters on two lines. - Button (Also RE W/RE VIE W Button) + Button... - Page 41 Editing Features (continued) Titler (con_nued) Creating a Title See the chart below for the characters 1. Attach a power source to the available. camcorder. Press and hold the small red button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR 5. After you have selected the first switch while you slide it to CAMERA.
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Page 42: Recording Atitleonatape In Thecamcorder
Editing Features (continued) Titler (con_nued) Recording a Title on a Tape in the Camcorder Attach a power source to the Press REC/PAUSE to start recording camcorder. Press and hold the small the title. red button on the CAMERA/OFF/ After you have recorded the title for VCR switch while you slide it to the desired length of time, press CAMERA. -
Page 43: Recording Tips
Recording Tips • Fading in and out of scenes makes • Try to make sure indoor scenes are your videos appear more professional. well-lit. This improves picture quality and color reproduction. • Learn to use the special digital effects available with your camcorder to add Do not move the camcorder... -
Page 44: Playback
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback You can watch tapes in color using the LCD monitor or black-and-white using the viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 45 °, the viewfinder automatically turns off. Close the LCD monitor, the viewfinder automatically turns... -
Page 45: Toplay Back Atape
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback (continued) To Play Back a Tape • To adjust the speaker volume, turn the volume control. 1. Attach a power supply. Note: The monitor may become warm Attach the adapter/charger, charged when left open for an extended period battery, or optional car cord. -
Page 46: Playback F Eatures
Playback Features RE W [ F.F WD RE VIE W Button CAMERA/ Button STOP/ OFF/VCR EJECT Switch Button 0000 REC/ PA USE Button Tape Positioning Stop-Action Pause Press the small red button on the • During playback, press REC/PAUSE CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you "stop the action"... -
Page 47: Tracking
Playback Features (continued) TRACKING Buttons (Also W and T) Tracking During playback, streaks might appear in the playback picture. Press either TRACKING button (Wor 7) to move the streaks up or down and out of the picture. During stop-action playback, pressing Remove the tape to reset the tracking one tracking button might reduce picture its preset center. -
Page 48: Playback Ontv(Orvcr) W Ith Audio/Video Input J Acks
Playback on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with audio/video in jacks, you need an optional audio/video cable such as VH83 shown on page 52. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder... - Page 49 Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 3. Press PLAY. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to • During playback, use the playback the video input channel. features on pages 44-45. B.
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Page 50: Playback Ontvwithout
Playback on TV Without Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you need an optional CRF95 RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90 shown on pages 51-52. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 46-4 7. - Page 51 Playback Operation 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the 4. Press PLAYon the camcorder. RF output adapter to channel • Turn the volume control on the or CH4. monitor down all the way to 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the prevent picture distortion.
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Page 52: Optional A Ccessories
Weinvite youtotake alookatsome g reat i deas f orsparking creativity and adding t o thefunofusing your V HScamcorder. The following p ages have aselection of accessories tohelp make your m emorable moments lookand sound e ven better. These a ccessories aredesigned tomake theprocess ofrecording and watching your videos m ore enjoyable. - Page 53 EP096FS andEP096FL R echargeable CRF95 RFOutput A dapter Batteries This RF output adapter is used with a These rechargeable lead-acid batteries coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90, are designed specifically for long life. to connect your camcorder to a standard The EP096FS is a 1-hour battery.
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Page 54: Audio/Video Input J Acks
Coaxial RF Cables VH83 Audio/Video Cable VH82 (6-ft) VH90 (12-ft) These RF cables are used with the RF output adapter to connect your camcorder This six foot audio/video cable can be to a standard TV (one without audio/video used to connect the camcorder to a TV input jacks) for playback. -
Page 55: Using The Optional Ac093 Tripod
Using the Optional AC093 Tripod Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, such as AC093, keeps the camcorder steady and produce excellent video results. This tripod's fluid-effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The quick-release mount makes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder. The grooved, tubular 3-section leg design folds down to 24"... -
Page 56: Removing The Lens Hood
Optional Accessories Removing the Lens Hood Remove the lens hood so you can attach optional accessories, such as wide-angle lens, lens extenders, or lens filter kits. Attaching an Accessory Lens 1. Attach the lens cap over the lens hood. 3. Turn the accessory lens clockwise into the camcorder's lens. -
Page 57: Order Form
Order Form for Camcorder Model CC4362 Total Qty. Description Part No. Price AC093 $ 59.95 Deluxe Tripod AC202 $ 49.95 Soft Camcorder Case AH25 2.95 Y-Adapter CPS014 $219.95 AC Adapter/Charger (100-240V) CRF95 $ 69.95 RF Output Adapter DCC096 $ 49.95 Car Cord Adapter EP096FL $ 79.95... - Page 58 Charge your order on your VISA,MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card 1[--'[--'_[--'[--'_[--'[--'_ Expiration date: [""_ [""_ IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard I I I I II I I I II I I I II I I I I Copy Number above your name on MasterCard [ Expiration date: ['-'r"]...
- Page 59 To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. Ifa dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card ready and call the toll-free...
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Page 60: Trouble Checks
Before you take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center or call a service person, use the chart below. Find the problem and try the adjustment(s) that is listed to the right. - Page 61 Sound is too low or • Subject was too far from camcorder. distorted Tape stops during • Whenever the tape counter appears, the camcorder will rewind or fast forward stop rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter reads or will not operate O000Mi Press REW/REVIEW or EFWD...
- Page 62 Date and/or timeor • Displays are recorded on tape whenever they appear titlewere recorded in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. Remove ontape them from the viewfinder or LCD monitor when recording. See pages 20-21. • When @ DATE or @ TITLE is selected, the display is automatically recorded when you begin recording or change the cassette.
- Page 63 No or low sound Adjust the volume control on the side of the monitor. To hear sound during camcorder playback, use the monitor. during monitor There is no sound during viewfinder playback. playback Black bars on top 16X9 feature selected. See page and bottom of picture.
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Page 64: Care And Maintenance
Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's exterior, remove any power source connected to the camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth. Cleaning the Lens To clean the camcorder's lens, blow it with a blower brush, and then gently wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens. -
Page 65: Proper Care And Storage
Authorized RCA Camcorder • Do not aim your camcorder at the sun Service Center. or other bright objects. • Do not use an adapter/charger •... -
Page 66: Built-In Color Enhancement Light
Built-In Color Enhancement Light The built-in color enhancement light automatically adds light when needed. CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch Video Light LIGHT AUTO/OFF/ON Switch To Use the Light Press and hold the small button on the power is low even though the battery level CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you indicator is not flashing. -
Page 67: Replace Light Bulb
Replace Light Bulb /Light Cover Light Case Reflection Plate Lower Hook To Remove and Replace the Light Bulb 1. Press and hold the lower hook of the light cover while removing the light cover from the light case. 2. Replace the light bulb. Note: See the installation instructions packed with the replacement bulb for detailed instructions. -
Page 68: Specifications
General LCD Monitor Power requirement: 9.6VDC 3" diagonally measured Power consumption: LCD/TFT active matrix system LCD monitor on: 9 watts Viewfinder on: 7.5 watts Camera Section Weight: 4.7 lbs. (2.15kg) Scanning: 525 lines/60 fields/30 frames Image Sensor: 1/4" CCD Imager Lens: F1.4 Dimensions - Including... - Page 69 Thomson provides a toll-free telephone You can reach Thomson atthe number to help you with any problems you following number: may encounter with your camcorder. Many 800-283-6503 can be diagnosed over the phone, and if necessary, repair or replacement will be (Toll free inside U.S.A.) arranged.
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Page 70: Limited Warranty
Whatyourwarranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. Visa account number and expiration date to our phone representative. This is for For how long after your purchase: security purposes. If we receive your unit, • 90 days for labor charges. excluding all accessories, within 14 days •... -
Page 71: Service
1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center nearest you. • This warranty does not apply. Contact your • Take your unit to the Authorized RCA dealer for warranty information. Camcorder Service Center of your choice. • Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center representative evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale. -
Page 72: Index
Car cord adapter Care and maintenance Accessories built-in light 64 included cleaning the camcorder viewfinder 62 optional 50 proper care and storage 63 order form 55 things to avoid 63 Accessory lens Care and storage attaching cassette 19 Adapter/charger Cassette door 10 accessory Cassette holder 19 charging battery... - Page 73 REC 7, 25 record-pause EDIT-ADVbutton 9, 38, 39 rewind 25 Editing features status 25 title recording TAPE 25 titler tape counter 25, 36 Electronic indexing TAPE END 25, 28 Erase protection tape remaining 25, 28 Eyepiece ZM:2 24, 32 Eyepiece focus control 10, 23, 42 ZOOM...
- Page 74 Recording tips Registration OPEN button 6, 10, 22, 42 RESET button 9, 36 Operating controls 9 REW (rewind)/REVIEW button Optional accessories 8, 9, 20, 26, 36, 37, 44 Order form, accessories REW (rewind)/REVIEW) button Rewinding indicator RF DC OUT jack 9, 48 RF output adapter, optional...
- Page 75 Tips Viewfinder 6, 10, 22 recording 41 adjust for viewing travel 41 displays Titler 38,39,40 eyepiece focus control chart ofcharacters playback correcting errors 3 9 using to record create atitle39 Visual searching record onatape 40 Volume control 10, 42 recording 21 recording while copying 40 TITLERbutton...
- Page 76 _,,._ THOMSON CONSU MER ELECTRON ICS 10330 N Meridian Street Indianapolis, 46290 _:)1999 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Japan TOCOM 15428170...
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