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RCA CC645 User Manual

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  • Page 1 camcorder user's guide CC645...
  • Page 2 Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock h_ard, do not expose camcorder or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric RISKOFELECTR_SHOCK shock or personal injury.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty... 800-283-6503 (pages 90-91) Service (page 89) Customer ........800-336-1900 Accessories (pages 76-81) ..........800-338-0376 Safety Information ......• Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder ....
  • Page 4 Built-In Color Enhancement Exposure Control ......Light .......... 64-65 Zooming • Using the Zoom Lever ....Playback • Tele Macro Zooming ....• Using the Cassette Adapter ..66-67 Focusing • Viewfinder Playback ..... • Auto Focus ........ • Playback Features •...

  • Page 5: Assistance

    This section describes only 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: Attach The Adapter/Charger

    To AC 100-240, 50/60 Hz Adapter/ Charger POWER Indicator DC OUT Jack DC Cable Attach the adapter/charger. Insert a tape. • Slide EJECT. Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, • Turn the tape wheel on the attach the adapter/charger to the cassette to remove any slack from...

  • Page 7: Adjust The Handstrap To Fit

    EJECT Button Tape Wheel LENS Cover Control PUSH Here to Close Tape Window Handstrap POWER Handstrap Velcro Switch Strip (Under Flap) Indicator Adjust the handstrap to fit • The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record your hand. _ PAUSE -_ appears in the pause.

  • Page 8: Select A Recording Speed And Tape Length

    T20.30.40 Button SP-SLP Button Select a recording speed and tape length. Select SP or SLP recording speed. Set the len?th of the tape you are Press the SP-SLP button to select a using so the camcorder can correctly recording speed. SP or SLP appears calculate the recording...

  • Page 9: Set The Ae Dial To Auto

    Electronic Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control_ AE Dial Set the AE dial to AUTO. Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control. • This places the camcorder in the AUTO mode. • Pull out and rotate the viewfinder In the AUTO mode, the focus, into a comfortable operating exposure,...

  • Page 10: 10. Start And Stop Recording

    STOP Button PAUSE Button Button Thumb Trigger POWER PoWer (VCR/OFF/ Indicator CAMERA) Switch 10. Start and stop recording. 11. Play back what you have recorded. • Press and release the thumb trigger • Place the POWER switch in VCR. to start recording. appears in the viewfinder, and the tally light...

  • Page 11: 14. Review Camcorder's

    14. Review camcorder's operating controls. Power Zoom Lever LCD Display Panel Built-In Light to Close Cassette Compartment Lens Remote Sensor Tally Light Button AE Dial JLIP Connector SELECT (Located Under Button Small Cover) MENU Button Microphone (continued on next page)
  • Page 12 14. Review camcorder's operating controls. (continued) Eyepiece Focus Control B (Bright) and C (White Viewfinder Balance) Controls (See trouble checks for details.) LENS COVER Control Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Clock Cell Battery Compartment cator Attach Rechargeable Battery Here Attach Adapter/ Charger's DC cord Here LIGHT...
  • Page 13 14. Review camcorder's operating controls. T20e30o40 Button (Also COUNTER R/M Button) SP-SIP Button SP-SLP T20,30,40 r---1 COUNTER R/M STOP Button STOP Button (Rewind) FF (Fast Forward) (Also EDIT SEARCH Button Button) (Also EDIT SEARCH + Button) BATT. (Battery) RELEASE Button...

  • Page 14: Using The Adapter/Charger To Power Your Camcorder

    Using 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 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge the battery.

  • Page 15: Using The Battery To Power Your Camcorder

    Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder The battery must be charged as described on the nextpage before it can be used the first time. Initial charging will take approximately 70 minutes. When fully charged, the battery should supply about 70 minutes of operating time ,(depending on how much you use the light, zoom, and pause).
  • Page 16 Hold Battery Reference Flush Marks Slide POWER To AC Wall Indicator Outlet 100- 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz. Indictor REFRESH Button Adapter/Charger Indicator Charge the Battery Use the REFRESH Button If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT The battery will[ provide increased jack on the adapter/charger,...
  • Page 17 Battery Level Indicator • When _ appears, the battery is fully charged. The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder and shows you the amount of • As the power is used power in the rechargeable battery. appear. • When the battery power is almost gone, _3"...

  • Page 18: Using The Dcc08 Car Cord

    Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord shown on page 76 allows you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts 12-volts to a 6-volt output. Note: Consult the installation and operating instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for complete operating instructions.

  • Page 19: Remote Control

    Install Lithium Cell The remote's lithium cell is packed separately. Install it as follows: Holder Insert Remote Pencil Here Control __lll Back°f Lithium Cell Notes: Never place anything heavy on top of 1. Turn remote over, insert a pencil or the remote control or lay it upside-down.

  • Page 20: Buttons

    A brief description of the remote button's functions is given here. Many of the buttons perform the same functions as the corresponding controls on the camcorder. lithium cell must be installed as shown on the previous page. A. (Audio) DUB Button press and hold FF for at least two seconds to visually search forward.
  • Page 21 PLAY Button STOP Button Press PLAY when the camcorder's When the camcorder's POWER switch is POWER switch is in VCR to begin in VCR, press STOP to stop playback, playback. rewind, or fast-forward operation. REW (Rewind) Button TIME LAPSE ANIM. (Animation)/ REC TIME Button Camcorder's POWER switch...

  • Page 22: Erase Protection - Safety Tab

    Make sure you select good quality tapesto be usedwith your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapesor tapesthat have beendamagedor mishandledcan contaminatethe video heads,resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback. Becausethere is no control over the type of tape purchasedor rentedby consumers,head cleaning is not coveredunder warranty.

  • Page 23: Inserting And Removing

    Inserting and Removing Cassettes EJECT Button Wheel PUSH Here to Close Cassette Tape Compartment Window Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape Attach a power supply. Then slide wheel on the side of the cassette in the and release ELECT to open the direction shown to remove...

  • Page 24: Making A Recording

    Making a Recording The steps below tell you how to make a recording and suggest using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages. Button Dial EDIT SEARCH Buttons T20o30o40 Button SP-SLP Button SELECT Button Zoon LENS...
  • Page 25 6. Select a recording speed and tape • The camcorder will fade in if you length. start recording or fade out if you Press the SP-SLP button to select are recording. SP or SLP recording speed. 10. Start and stop recording. B.

  • Page 26: Adjust Viewfinder For Convenient Viewing

    Viewfinder The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing For convenient viewing, you can slide the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate it up and down. Eyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder When...

  • Page 27: Display Panel

    Display Panel The LCD panel on the side of the camcorder tells you when the camcorder is in the full auto mode or shows the feature selected with the SELECT button. FADE 16X9 TITLE DISPLAY M.W.B. Full Auto Mode DISPLAY FULL AUTO appears when the camcorder You can select a display...

  • Page 28: Viewfinder Displays

    Viewfinder Displays I_M.W.BA I_1SEPIA FADE PAUSE HAPPY BIRTHDAY • [_] FRONTLIT Dial Special Effect Indicators This indicator appears when you • AUTO (Full Auto Mode) select to darken a subject that A UTO LOCK appears briefly when appears too bright because of front you select A UTO.
  • Page 29 • Press SET to select date, AUTO Battery Level Indicator DATE, date and time, or a title you • This indicator shows how much power created. SET CHAR appears if you is left in the rechargeable battery. have not created a title. •...
  • Page 30 Viewfinder Displays (continued) Omin M 0:00:00 LENS COVER TAPE END Edit Insert ( O ) Audio Dub ( _ ) This indicator appears during edit This indicator appears during audio inserting. Details are on pages 58-59. dubbing. Details are on pages 56-57.
  • Page 31 Warnings and Information Lithium Cell ( _ LENS COVER: When you turn on the • This indicator appears for a few seconds when you turn on the camcorder, this indicator briefly flashes to remind you to open the lens cover. camcorder and the clock cell is missing or needs to be replaced.

  • Page 32: Flying Erase Head

    Light Microphone EDIT POWER SEARCH Switch Buttons CAMERA Flying Erase Head Tally Light A separate erase head is mounted The tally light lights when the camcorder the spinning headwheel (hence the term is recording. "flying"). This allows you to make clean Quick Review Feature edits without the "glitches"...

  • Page 33: Microphone

    START/STOP Button AMM. (Rewind) Button --FF (Fast Forward) INSERT A.DUIB © © Button • Press and hold EDIT SEARCH Microphone (FF on remote) to visually search The microphone picks up the sound forward on the recorded tape. during a recording. It is more sensitive Release the button...

  • Page 34: Fullauto Mode

    Full Auto Mode The AE dial lets you select automatic or manual control of several features. The center of the dial lets you focus manually and control the exposure. The center arrow buttons are also used with the menus. AE Dial 1.

  • Page 35: Exposure Control

    Exposure Control When the AE dial is in AUTO, the camcorder controls the iris for you. Under normal conditions, the camcorder will adjust brightness automati- cally. You may need to adjust brightness manually when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject.

  • Page 36: Using The Zoom Lever

    Zooming You can zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by sliding the zoom lever on the camcorder or pressing the button on the remote. The camcorder automatically focus when you zoom at most distances. If you want to record a close-up of a small subject closer than three feet, you can turn on the Tele Macro feature in the recording menu.

  • Page 37: Tele Macro Zooming

    Tele Macro Zooming To Turn on Tele Macro Zooming Press 4 or D,- in the center of the AE Make sure the AE dial is not set dial to select m,- O N or OFF. to A UTO. Press the MENU button.

  • Page 38: Focusing

    Focusing Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically. Under certain conditions, you may need to focus manually. FOCUS AE Dial FOCUS Auto Focus Focus Lock Feature The focus lock feature is useful when During auto focus the camcorder will objects pass between your subject and the focus automatically...

  • Page 39: Manual Focus

    Manual Focus Under certain conditions, such as those adjusted any farther, the _, indicator listed, you may need to focus manually. will flash. When the focus cannot be 1. Set the AE dial to MAN. adjusted any closer, the indicator will flash.

  • Page 40: White Balance

    White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved adjusting the way the camcorder "sees" and records the light source in the scene you wish to record. Your camcorder is equipped with automatic white balance.

  • Page 41: White Balance

    Press SET until the white balance The MWB indicator will flash indicator you want appears in the while the camcorder is adjusting viewfinder. white balance and stop flashing when it is ready to record. b.M.W.B,_ Note: To change the tint for special recording, substitute colored paper for white.

  • Page 42: Fading In And Out

    Fading In and Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade in and out of scenes. The picture will gradually appear or disappear. The speed of the fade is automatically controlled by the camcorder. Dial Button 1.

  • Page 43: 16 X 9 Mode

    16 X 9 Mode New 16x9 TV Screen The camcorder has a 16 X 9 recording mode that lets you make recordings compatible with the 16X9 format. When 16 X 9 is activated, the camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the picture to produce the wide-screen effect.

  • Page 44: Date/Time Display Clock Lithium Cell

    Date/Time Display -- Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator r_ will flash for a few seconds in the viewfinder when you turn on the camcorder if the cell has not been installed or needs to be replaced. Clock Cell (+ Side Facing Out)- Insert Object Here...

  • Page 45: Setting The Time And Date

    Date/Time Display m Setting the Time and Date The date and time must be set before it can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous page before the date can be set and recorded. Dial MENU Button...
  • Page 46 Date/Time and Title Display- Recording The clock cell must be installed and the date and time set (as shown on the previous pages) before the date and time can be selected and recorded. You must have created a title (as described on page 47) before your title can be selected and recorded. Dial SET Button SELECT...

  • Page 47: Record The Date, Date And Time, Or Title On Your Tape

    18.97 18.97 AM10:25 CHAR Title Display ,,_;i!_ i_ _ To Record the Date, Date and Time, or Title on Your Tape Place the camcorder in record pause. 5. Begin recording. Make sure the AE dial is not set to 6. Press SET to remove the display from A UTO unless you want to record the viewfinder when you are finished A UTO DATE.

  • Page 48: Recording Preset

    Titles -- Recording The title feature lets you choose one of eight preset titles or create your own title -- up to 18 characters. The clock cell battery must be installed as shown on page 42 before you can create or store your own title. Dial "SET Button SELECT...

  • Page 49: Create Your Own Title

    Create Your Own Title Repeat step 5 until you have entered your title. 1. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 2. Press the MENU button. The A B C D E FG recording menu will appear in the KLMNOPQRS YZAO viewfinder.

  • Page 50: Gain Up

    Gain Up This feature allows you to choose how you want to record subjects in dark environments. Dial MENU Button 1. Make sure the AE dial is not set to Press 4 or • in the center of the AE AUTO.

  • Page 51: Ae Dial

    AE Dial The AE dial lets you select one of several different effects. Turn the dial to select the effect you want. The indicator for the effect will appear in the view- finder. Set the AE dial to MAN for normal recording. Mode Indicator Uses...

  • Page 52: Self-Timer

    Self-Timer The self-timer lets you set the camcorder to delay recording so you can be in the scene when recording begins. Tally Light MENU Button To Set the Self-Timer Press + or - to select INTERVAL 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA.

  • Page 53: Using The Remote

    Press • or • in the center of the AE dial to select the amount of time you want the camcorder to delay before recording starts. • Select 15S to delay the recording _._IMIN for 15 seconds. • Select 30S to delay the recording for 30 seconds.

  • Page 54: Animation Recording

    Animation Recording Animation recording produces an illusion of movement for an otherwise stationary scene or object by shooting a series of pictures of slightly different poses (such as cartooning). AE Dial Tally Light- MENU Button To Record Using Animation Press + or - to select REC TIME. ?..,-..: <...

  • Page 55: Animation Recording

    6. Press • or D,.in the center of the AE Press the thumb trigger to start dial to select the amount of time you recording. want the camcorder to record. Note: The recording stops automatically • Select 1/4S to record for 1/4 after the selected period of recording time.

  • Page 56: Time-Lapse Recording

    Time-Lapse Recording Time-lapse recording makes automatic recordings at preset time intervals. The recording will show subtle changes (such as shifts in cloud formations or plant growth) when it remains focused on an object. AE Dial Tally Light MENU Button To Record Using Time-Lapse Press 4 or P,- in the center of the AE 1.

  • Page 57: Time-Lapse Recording

    7. Press + or - to select REC TIME. A" .%" GAIN UP TELE MACRO INTERVAL TIMER JLIP ID NO. ___IM I N SET CHARACTER /nI/4S DATE/TIME END :MENU KEY Recording Time Indicator in Viewfinder 8. Press ,_ or • in the center of the AE dial to select the amount of time you 11.

  • Page 58: (Remote Only)

    .Audio Dubbing (Remote Only) &. .Audio dubbing lets you record new sound (audio) in place of previously :recorded audio. COUNTER Button PLAY/PA Button "i 'POWER Switch in To Audio Dub Press COUNTER R/M for more than 1. Place the tape with safety tab intact two seconds on the camcorder to set...

  • Page 59: Audio Dubbing

    SELF PLAY PLAY TIME LAPSE Button -- ANIM. STOP STOP PAUSE -® ® Button-- PAUSE Button REW (Rewind) Button INSERT A.DUB © © A. (Audio) DUB Button Press PLAY on the remote to start 6. Press REW, locate the place you want audio dubbing.

  • Page 60: Edit Insert (Remote Only)

    Edit Insert (Remote Only) Edit insert lets you record new video in place of previously recorded video without replacing the audio. COUNTER R/M Button Button .POWER Switch To Edit Insert Press COUNTER R/M for more than Place the tape with safety tab intact two seconds on the camcorder to set...
  • Page 61 TAR T/S TOP Button SELF PLAY PL.AY lIME LAPSE -® @ Button-- ANIM. STOP STOP PAUSE -® ® Button-- PAUSE Button REW (Rewind) Button INSERT A.DUB © © INSERT Button Press START/STOP on the remote Press REW, locate the place you want audio dubbing to begin, and press (thumb...

  • Page 62: Time-Remaining Display

    Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder for the tape speed you have selected is automatically displayed in the viewfinder. Use the T20o30o40 button to set the correct tape length before the camcorder correctly calculate time remaining.

  • Page 63: Jlip (Joint Level Interface Protocol)

    JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Identification Number The camcorder has a JLIP connector that may be used in the future to connect a device, such as a home computer. AE Dial JLIP MENU Connector Button To Select a JLIP ID NO. I.

  • Page 64: Recording And Traveling Tips

    Recording and Traveling Tips Recording Tips • In case of fire or theft, make a video Fading in and out of scenes will make recording of your home and contents your videos appear more professional. store in a safe place. Learn to use the special production •...

  • Page 65: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    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 If the strap keeper 4.

  • Page 66: Built-In Color Enhancement Light

    Built-In Color Enhancement Light The built-in color enhancement light will automatically add more light when needed. The POWER switch must be in CAMERA to operate the video light. POWER Switch Switch Light Use the Light the LIGHT OFF•A UTO•ON switch. Note: When the light is turned on, the...
  • Page 67 Replacing the Bulb We recommend you consult your dealer or Servicenter to replace the bulb. If you replace the bulb, use only part #238150 to replace the entire bulb assem- bly. Carefully follow the instructions below. a reducedservice:life. To Replace the Bulb Assembly ¢...

  • Page 68: Using The Cassette Adapter

    Using the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. cassette adapter allows you to play your VHS-C cassettes in a VCR just like other standard VHS cassettes. Insert the VHS-C cassette into the cassette adapter.
  • Page 69 Load Detector Gently close the cassette compartment lid until it locks into place. Make sure the cassette reel area under the adapter ..is free to turn while the cassette ....loading. :the Note: You should hear a whirring sound while the tape loads.

  • Page 70: Viewfinder Playback

    Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder playback is the simplest way to watch tapes using the camcorder. Button PLAY/ PA USE Switch Button EJECT_ FF Button Button POWER Switch in VCR To Play Back a Tape 3. Press PLAY/PAUSE to begin playback. 1. Place POWER switch in VCR.

  • Page 71: Playback Features

    Playback Features PLAy TIME LAPSE --® @ STOP ANIM. PA USE Button Button -- FF Button Button INSERT A.DUB Visual Searching Tape Positioning Place POWER switch in VCR and During playback, press and release or REW if you want to search the tape press STOP.

  • Page 72: Time Counter

    Playback Features (Continued) COUNTER R/M Button Button Switch Button Switch Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When memory stop is on, the tape will stop automatically during rewind or fast forward...

  • Page 73: Tracking

    Playback Features (Continued) _UTo Tracking Buttons (Also + and - Buttons) Tracking During playback, streaks may appear in the playback picture. Press either tracking button to move the streaks up or down and out of the picture. • During stop-action playback, pressing Note:...

  • Page 74: Playback On Tv (Or Vcr)

    Playback on TV (or VCR) with A UDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, you will need an optional audio/video cable such as VH83 shown on page 78. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder...
  • Page 75 Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Camcorder connected directly to • During playback, use the playback TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to features on pages 69-71. the video input channel. To copy what the camcorder Camcorder connected to VCR that B°...

  • Page 76: Playback On A Tv Without

    Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you will need an optional 1CVA147C RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90 shown on page 78.
  • Page 77 Playback Operation 4. Place POWER switch in VCR. Power 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF indicator will light. output adapter to channel 3 or 4. 5. Press PLAY/P4USE on the camcorder. 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel you selected with the RF...

  • Page 78: Optional Accessories

    adding to We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity the fun of using your compact VHS camcorder. The following pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound even better. These accessories are designed to make the process...
  • Page 79 Using the Optional AC088 Tripod FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, such as AC088, will keep 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...
  • Page 80 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable Transformer This 75-to-300 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard 75-ohm antenna cable This RF output adapter is used with a (such as VH82 or VH90) to the 300 ohm coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90, screw terminals on a TV.

  • Page 81: Accessory Order Form

    Order Form for Camcorder Model CC645 Total Qty. Part Price Description AC088 $ 39.95 Super Lightweight Tripod AC201A $ 39.95 Soft Camcorder Case ACS091 $ 12.95 Shoulder Strap AH25 1.95 Y-Adapter CPS91 $ 59.9,5 AC Battery Charger DCC08 $ 89.95 Car Cord Adapter FB 120 $ 79.95...
  • Page 82 Charge your order on your VISA,MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card 11--["'_1 11""'["_ Expiration date:["-]--] IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard IIII I I I I I II--i-T-'_ [-'q--I'--N Copy Number above your name on MasterCard Expiration date: _ IMPORTANT:...
  • Page 83 To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. If a 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...

  • Page 84: Trouble Checks

    Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies. Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing.
  • Page 85 • Aim remote at camcorder's remote control sensor. Camcorder doesnot • Remote's lithium cell battery may be installed respondto remote control incorrectly. Seepage • Remote control's lithium cell battery may need replacing. • Remote control sensor on camcorder exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.
  • Page 86 Viewfinder displays Lens is smudged, and image appears unfocused. are out of focus Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted. The small controls on the bottom of the viewfinder control the brightness and white balance of the viewfinder. These controls are set at the factory should require no adjustment.
  • Page 87 If error number does not disappear viewfinder from viewfinder, consult your Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter. Cannot set REC or • Check tape speed setting. Tape speed must INTERVAL time be set to SP for time-lapse and animation for animation or recording.

  • Page 88: Cleaning The Camcorder

    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 Camcorder's Lens ....To clean the camcorder's lens, blow it with a blower brush, and then gently wipe the lens with cleaning...

  • Page 89: Proper Care And Storage

    Authorized RCA Camcorder • Do not aim your camcorder at the sun Servicenter. or other bright objects. Do not use an adapter/charger •...

  • Page 90: Information To User

    ",_ is encouraged to try to correct the This equipment has been tested and found interference by one or more of the to comply with the limits for a Class B following measures: digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 91: Customer Assistance

    Thomson provides a to!l-free telephone You can reach Thomson at the number to help you with any problems following number: may encounter with your camcorder. Many 800-283-6503 can be diagnosed over the phone, and if necessary, a replacement unit can be shipped (Toll free inside U.S.A.) to you.

  • Page 92: Limited Warranty

    '£+ of purchase to the exchange location What your warranty covers: you will be provided the new or • Any defect in materials or workmanship. refurbished unit. 4. If the repairs were covered by your long after your purchase: warranty, you will not be billed •...
  • Page 93 United States: To have your Camcorder repaired by • Contact your dealer for warranty an Authorized RCA Camcorder information. Servicenter: • Check with your dealer or call 1-800-336- 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter nearest you.

  • Page 94: Specifications

    General Tripod Mount One 1/4" x 20 threaded hole Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: Light On: 8.5 watts AC Adapter/Charger Normal: 5.5 watts Power requirement: 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz. Weight: 1.8 lbs. (810g) Power consumption: 23 watts Weight: .7 lbs. (320g) Dimensions - Including Viewtinder:...

  • Page 95: Index

    "Pi ,*N, .-.' 16X9mode Camera edit feature Car cord adapter Care and maintenance 't . cleaning the camcorder A.I-)UB button cleaning the camcorder lens Accessories cleaning the camcorder viewfinder included proper care and storage optional 76, 77, things to avoid order form 80, 81 Cassette...
  • Page 96 power 5, 8, 10, 13, 16, 33 Eyepiece focus control 7, 10, 22, 23, 27 S 1/1000 26, 49 SD:SHADOW 26, 49 Fading 40 SELECT button 11, 31, 69 FF (fast forward) button self-timer First time operation SEPIA 26, 49 Flying erase head 30 SPORTS 26, 49...
  • Page 97 16X9 41 Microphone 9, 30, 31 animation date/time display 44 letterbox Operating controls making Optional accessories menu 35, 43, 47, 48, 50, 52, 54, 61 self-timer speeds 6, 20, 23 Panel, side 25 time-lapse PAUSE button 56, 57, 58, 59 tips 62 Pause indicator 5, 8, 22, 27...
  • Page 98 STOP button Viewfinder 7, 10, 22, 24, 86 8, 11, 57, 59, 68, 69, 70, 73, 75 adjust for viewing eyepiece focus control Visual searching T20o30o40 button 11, 23, 60 Table of contents Tally light 8, 9, 30 Warranty, limited White balance Tape...
  • Page 99 Need Assistance? We want to help! U.S. Consumers: 800-283-6503 Camcorder Exchange Warranty Customer Service 800-336-1900 Accessories 800-338-0376 Canadian Consumers: 800-522-0338 English French 800-522-0445 If your camcorder needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products...

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