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  • Page 1 USER'S GUIDE...

  • Page 2: Product Registration

    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. ARN|NGI To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage"...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty....800-283-650 (pages 84-85) Customer Service.......... .800-336-1900 (page Accessories ..........800-338-0376 (pages 70-75) • Review Camcorder's Safety Information ......i Operating Controls .....9-11 Product Registration ......
  • Page 4 • Edit Insert (Remote Only) ....57 Recording (continued) • Built-in Color Enhancement • Electronic Indexing ......Light ......... 58-59 • Quick Review ........• Recording Tips ........ 60 • Auto Head Cleaner ......• Traveling Tips ......... 61 • Camera Edit ........Playback •...

  • Page 5: Assistance

    This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder 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- 240V, 50/60 Hz Adapter/Charger POWER Indicator DC OUT Jack Reference Marks Power Connector 2. Attach the adapter/charger. C. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into an operating outlet. The adapter/ Since the battery must be charged charger's POWER indicator will before it can be used the first time, light.

  • Page 7: Open Lens Cover

    EJECT Button Tape Wheel trol Tape Window _-._) LcE__°VnSR! Handstrap Flap POWER Switch and Indicator Handstrap Velcro Strip (Under Flap) 4. Slide LENS COVER control 6. Place POWER (CAMERA/ OFF/VCR) switch in to open lens cover. CAMERA. • The power indicator will light and 5.

  • Page 8: Select A Recording Speed

    SP.SLP/T20°30"40 Switch 7. Select a recording speed and tape length using SP.SLP/T20.30o40 switch. • Select T20 SLP if you are using a Select SP or SLP recording speed. tape with 20 minutes or less • SP - Standard play provides the best recording time and want to record in picture, but the shortest recording SLP speed.

  • Page 9: Set The Scene Selectae

    Electronic Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control SCENE SELECT AE Dial 8. Set the SCENE SELECTAE 9. Adjust the viewfinder dial to A UTO. eyepiece focus control. • Rotate the viewfinder into a • This places the camcorder in the AUTO mode. FULL AUTO will comfortable operating position.

  • Page 10: 10. Start And Stop Recording

    Button _TOP Button PLAY Button Thumb Trigger (VCR/OFF/CAMERA) Switch Power Indicator 11. Play back what you have 10. Start and stop recording. recorded. • Press and release the thumb trigger • Place the POWER switch in VCR. to start recording. REC • • • •...
  • Page 11 13. Review camcorder's operating controls. Power Zoom Lever "W" - Wide Angle "T" - Telephoto SNAPSHOT Button Viewfinder Built-in Color Enhancement Light Eyepiece Focus Control Eyepiece Lens ELECT Button LENS COVER Control AUTO PAUSE ON.OFF Switch OFFoA UTO • Remote ON Switch Control Sensor...

  • Page 12: 13. Review Camcorder's

    13. Review camcorder's operating controls. B (Bright) Control Located On Side of Viewfinder (See Trouble Checks Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Clock Cell Attach Battery or Power Connector for AC Adapter/Charger Here Shoulder Strap Attachmenl dstrap Thumb Trigger POWER (VCR/OFF/CAMERA) Switch and Indicator AUDIO, RF DC OUT, VIDEO Jacks...
  • Page 13 13. Review camcorder's operating controls. DATE/TIME/CHAR + and - Buttons (Also TRACKING Buttons) _ SET Button SpoSLP/T20"30"4OButton_..ISP-SLpFr2O.aO.4O DATE,q-IME/'CHAR -- SET (Also COUNTER R/M Button) ]_['---'_ COUNTER TRACKING MAN.W.BAL (Manual White MAN'W'_BAL Balance) Button PLA Y/PA USE STOI PLAY/PAUSE Button REW Button (Also EDIT SEARCH - Button) + Button)

  • Page 14: Using Adapter/Charger

    Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder The power connector 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 Rechargeable Battery

    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 60 minutes of operating time (depending on how much...
  • Page 16 Hold Battery Indicator Flush and Reference Marks Slide POWER To AC Wall Indicator Outlet 100-240 Volts, 50/60 Hz. Indicator_ REFRESH- Button Indicator Adapter/Charger Use the REFRESH Button Charge the Battery The battery will provide increased If the power connector is attached to the operation time if you "refresh"...
  • Page 17 Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in the • As the power is used viewfinder and shows you the amount of appear. power in the rechargeable battery. • When the battery power is almost gone, 'C_, _ flashes in the viewfinder.

  • Page 18: Using Optional Car Cord Adapter

    Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord shown on page 70 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

    Lithium Cell Installation The remote's lithium cell is packed separately. Install it as follows: Holder Insert Pencil Here _Remote Control 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. paper clip in small hole and remove Replace cell when camcorder fails to respond battery holder.
  • Page 20 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. 03-- PLAY TIME LAPSE INSERT A.gUB REW (Rewind) Button ZOOM (T and 140 Buttons Camcorder's POWER switch in Camcorder's POWER switch in CAMERA:...

  • Page 21: Buttons

    INSERT Button Button I(I_FF (Fast Forward) Camcorder's POWER switch in Used for dubbing video. Seepage 57. CAMERA: START/STOP Button • With camcorder in record pause, When the POWER switch is in press and hold FF to visually CAMERA, press START/STOP to search forward on the tape.

  • Page 22: Video Cassettes

    Video Cassettes We recommcnd that our cassettes be used with your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapes or tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads, resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback. Because there is no control over the type of tape purchased or rented by consumers, head cleaning is not covered under warranty.
  • Page 23 Inserting and Removing Cassettes EJECT Button ,iiiiiilthe! !!!! heeriiiiiiiii i :°i ili!iiii!i !i!iiiiii pe Wheel iiiiii_owii:!fa_g:_'!!i!ili!!i!!ii!!i!!!!iiiiiiiiiii !iiiiii££_!!!_!iii!!_'_iiiiiiiiiiiii_iiiiiiiiiiiii_iiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiiiii =ei i!!i!s 6ii£!!!' !! i!!isiid_!!!i£1a_i|_i!!!!!iiiiiiiii!i!!iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii iiiii!i i!i! i! !iiiiiii PUSH Here to Cassette Close _afety Compart- "" Tape Window merit Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape 1.

  • 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 SNAPSHOT SP.SLP/T20.30.40 Button _Button Eyepiece [ ff'_)_ /EDIT SEARCH- Button \k_,'U_'-,.
  • Page 25 7. Place the LIGHT OFF,AUTO,ON Start and stop recording. switch in A UTO. • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. REC _ _' The light will turn on automatically appears in the viewfinder and the when you need more light. tally light will light when the 8.

  • Page 26: 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.
  • Page 27 Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your personal vision. If you wear eyeglasses, you probably can operate the carncorder without them. It is easiest to set the correct focus by focusing on one of the viewfinder's on-screen displays.

  • Page 28: Viewfinder Displays

    Viewfinder Displays _-_-_ Fr_ M 0:00:00 ,'_ SPORTS -=.-,__, LENS COVER _:_. HAPPY HOLIDAYS 25.95 10:55 • This title will be recorded on your (_) Electronic Image Stabilizer tape when it appears. This indicator appears when you • Details are on page 47. press EIS to turn on electronic image stabilization.
  • Page 29 • An "M" appears in front of the time (_) Cassette Warning counter when memory-stop is on. • The 1"_ indicator flashes when the •Details are on page 32. POWER switch is set to CAMERA ® and the safety tab has been Scene Select AE removed from the cassette.
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  • Page 31 I(I(I_ MODE Features (F1 and F2) Edit Insert and Audio Dub • The SCENE SELECTAE dial may • • appears during audio dubbing. not be in AUTO to use these Details are on page 56. features. • O appears during edit insert. •...

  • Page 32: Tally Light

    Tally Light Microphone Tally Light Electronic Indexing An index mark is automatically rccorded The tally light lights when the camcorder at the beginning of a recording after the is recording. date advances and a cassette is inserted. Microphone When you play back the indexed tape in The microphone picks up the sound...

  • Page 33: Quick Review

    START/STOP Button "n_E _PsE ® @ EDIT SEARCH - and + "' Buttons Button '©' Button POWER Switch in CAMERA Camera Edit Feature Quick Review Feature Press and release EDIT SEARCH - (REW The camera edit feature allows you to on remote) when the camcorder is in position the tape when the camcorder is record pause to review the last few...

  • Page 34: Stop

    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 when the time counter reaches M 0:00:00.

  • Page 35: Time Counter With Memory

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  • Page 36: Auto Pause Feature

    PAUSE EIS Button Auto Pause Feature Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) The auto pause system places the The electronic image stabilizer helps camcorder in record pause when it is compensate for unstable images causcd tilted approximately 90 degrees up or by camera shake that can be created by down or turned upside down.

  • Page 37: Snapshot Feature

    Snapshot Feature The snapshot feature lets you record a still picture with a white border that looks like a snapshot to add variety to your recordings. You can also record a series of still pictures similar to serial photographs. SNAPSHOT Button To Turn On the Snapshot Mode...

  • Page 38: Self-Timer (Remote Only)

    -< START/STOP Button TIME LAPSE SELF INT./TIME Button PLAY TIME LAPSE ® @ ANIM. INSERT A.DUB Self Timer - Remote Only 3. Press START/STOP on the remote The self-timer feature delays recording to let the operator join the picture. (thumb trigger on camcorder). To Use the Self Timer Recording will be delayed the amount of time you selected.

  • Page 39: Zooming (Power And Digital)

    Zooming The motorized zoom lens allows you to zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by sliding the power zoom lever on the camcorder or pressing ZOOM T or W on the remote. You can also zoom in (up to 120 times) using digital zooming. Power ZOOM Buttons T = Telephoto Power Zoom Lever...

  • Page 40: Scene Selectae Dial

    Scene Select AE Dial The SCENE SELECTAE 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 viewfinder. Set the dial to MAN for normal recording. SCENE SELECT AE Dial Mode Indicator...

  • Page 41: White Balance

    White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved by 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. However, under certain conditions, such as recording an object with various shades of the same color or when recording a predominant red or brown object outdoors, you may want to adjust white balance manually.

  • Page 42: Mode Button

    MODE Button ill FADE I_ 16x9 When the SCENE SELECTAE dial is in any position exceptAUTO, you can select any one of six functions using the MODE, F1, and F2 buttons. Repeatedly press MODE to select a function. The functions selected appear in the display panel beside the F1 and F2 buttons and in the viewfinder: Functions Selected...

  • Page 43: Fading In And Out

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  • Page 44: 16X9 Mode

    16X9 Mode The new 16X9 TV format provides a 30% wider picture. New 16x9 TV Screen Standard Shape TV Screen records black bars at the top and bottom The camcorder has a 16X9 recording of the picture to produce the wide-screen mode that lets you make recordings effect.
  • Page 45 I'_1FADE Ff_116X9 I'o Record Using the 16X9 Mode 4. Press F2 to activate the IOX9 1. Place the POWER switch to CAMERA. The power indicator will mode. Black bars appear at the top light. The camcorder will enter record and bottom of the picture in the viewfinder.

  • Page 46: Focusing (Auto And Manual)

    Focusing the Camcorder Auto Focus Focus Lock Feature The focus lock feature is useful when During auto focus the camcorder will focus automatically on the object located objects pass between your subject and the in the center area of the viewfinder. camcorder or your main subject is not located in the center of the viewfinder.
  • Page 47 Manual Focus Conditions Requiring Manual Focus Under certain conditions, such as those listed, you may need to focus manually. • When recording a subject through a window. 1. Make sure the SCENE SELECTAE dial is not set to AUTO. • When recording a subject having a close foreground and a background that is far 2.

  • Page 48: Exposure Control (Iris)

    Exposure Control (Iris) The camcorder automatically adjusts the iris to provide the best picture. Under certain conditions, you may want to brighten or darken the image manually. FOCUS [] EXP. To Manually Control Brightness 1. Make sure the SCENE SELECTAE brighten the image or toward W to dial is not set to AUTO.

  • Page 49: Titler

    Titler You can superimpose one of the eight preset titles stored in memory over the scene being recorded. You can also create your own title (up to 18 characters), store it, and record it alone or with one of the preset titles. I_] TITLE t'_lDISP.
  • Page 50 _i ¸ _!_!z = =_ 1D;_===#=:_ = _=_ == _=_ _=:::_ :::_ _== _ :=_=:_ _ ............................Creating Your Own Title After you create a title you can store it and record it alone or with one of the preset titles as described on pages 50-51. _//DA TE/TIME/CHAR +AND-Buttons...

  • Page 51: Set The Date And Time

    Set the Date and Time After the date and time have been set, they can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed. DA TE/TIME/CHAR + and - Buttons SET Button DATE/NOV\ 18.95 12:00 Viewfinder Display POWER Switch and Indicator hour (including AM or PM), and 1.

  • Page 52: Record On Tape

    Select the Date, Time, or Title You Want to Record on Your Tape The clock cell must be installed, and the date and time set before they can be selected and recorded. When the SCENE SELECTAE dial is inAUTO, the auto date mode is automatically selected.
  • Page 53 Date and Time Displays To Record the Date, Time, or Title Display on Your Tape 1. Place the camcorder in record pause. • The date has been set or changed. 2. Place SCENE SELECT AE in MAN. • This display mode has just been Note: Whenever the SCENE SELECTAE selected.

  • Page 54: Install The Clock Lithium Cell

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  • Page 55: Attaching The Shoulder

    .._ ....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 4.

  • Page 56: Animation And Time-Lapse

    Animation and Time-Lapse Recording -- Remote Only SP'SLP/T20"30"40 START/ STOP Button TIME LAPSE SELF INT./TIME Button TIME LAPSE ANIM. REC/TIME Button POWER Switch in CAMERA 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).
  • Page 57 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. To Record Using Time Lapse 1. Use the SP,SLP/T20,30,40 switch to Focus the camcorder on the subject set the tape speed to SP.

  • Page 58: Audio Dubbing (Remote Only)

    Audio Dubbing m Remote Only Audio dubbing lets you record new sound (audio) in place of prcviously recorded audio. PLA Y/PA USE COUNTER R/M Button Button PLAY _uE_Ps_ Button __ --PAUSE Button Button-- A. (Audio) Button POWER Switch in VCR I"o Audio Dub camcorder in audio dub standby.

  • Page 59: Edit Insert (Remote Only)

    Edit Insert n Remote Only Edit insert lets you record new video in place of previously recorded video without replacing the audio. COUNTER R/M Button PLA Y/PA USE START/STOP Button PLAY Button __ PA USE Button Button -- INSERT Button REW Button POWER Switch...

  • Page 60: 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. Built-In To Use the Light Set the LIGHT OFF.AUTO'ON switch. • Set to ON to turn the light on. Note: We recommend you set white balance to the indoor mode ( _ ) when using the light.
  • Page 61 Replacing the Bulb We recommend you consult your dealer when replacing the bulb. If you replace the bulb, use only halogen bulb, part #217092, and carefully follow these instructions. To Replace the Bulb 4. Use a soft cloth to hold the new bulb 1.

  • Page 62: Recording Tips

    • Fading in and out of scenes will make • In case of fire or theft, make a video your videos appear more professional. recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place. • When recording fast-moving action in outdoor light that you plan to view in •...

  • Page 63: Traveling Tips

    Traveling Tips • Make sure you have any plug adapters • Write down your camcorder's serial that you may need before taking your number and keep it separate from the camcorder to other countries. Consult camcorder when traveling. If your your dealer for advice.

  • Page 64: Using The Cassette Adapter

    Using the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. The 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. Insert the cassette adapter into the VHS VCR like a normal VHS cassette.
  • Page 65 Load Detector 4. 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 is loading. Note: You should hear a whirring sound while the tape loads. The adapter's load detector will automatically retract into the adapter.

  • Page 66: Viewfinder Playback

    _RACK1NG Buttons "/PAUSE Button EJECT Button Button POWER Switch in VCR Tracking Viewfinder Playback During playback, streaks may appear in Viewfinder playback is the simplest the playback picture. Press either to watch tapes using the camcorder. TRACKING button to move the streaks To Play Back a Tape up or down and out of the picture.

  • Page 67: Visual Searching

    Playback Features _E LAPSE PLAY Button_ STOP Button-- PAUSE Button REW Button --FF Button Visual Searching Tape Positioning Place POWER switch in VCR and press • During playback, press and release FF STOP. or REW if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse.

  • Page 68: Playback On Tv (Or Vcr)

    Playback on TV (or VCR) with AUDIO/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 AH075G shown on page 72. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV.
  • Page 69 Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to • During playback, use the playback TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to features on page 65. the video input channel. 4. To copy what the camcorder is playing, B.

  • Page 70: Playback On Tv Without

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  • Page 71 Playback O peration 5. Press PLAY/PAUSE on the camcorder. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to channel 3 or 4. • During playback, use the playback features described on page 65. 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel you selected with the •...

  • Page 72: Optional Accessories

    Weinvite youtotake alookatsome g reat i deas f orsparking creativity and adding t o thefunofusing your c ompact VHScamcorder. Thefollowing p ages have aselection ofaccessories tohelp make yourmemorable moments lookand sound e ven better. These a ccessories aredesigned tomake theprocess ofrecording and watching your videos m ore enjoyable.
  • Page 73 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 These rechargeable nickel-cadmium...
  • Page 74 193983 Cable Transformer ICVA147C RF Output Adapter This 300-to-75 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard (300 ohm) antenna twin-lead to a standard round 75-ohm connector. This RF output adapter is used with a coaxial RF cable, such as AH065G or AH011 Cable Transformer AH066G, to connect your camcorder to a standard TV (one without audio/video...

  • Page 75: Accessory Order Form

    Order Form for Camcorder Model CC618 Total Part No. Price Qty. Description AC025A $ 59.95 Soft Camcorder Case AC088 $ 39.95 Super Lightweight Tripod ACS091 $ 13.95 Shoulder Strap AH011 1.90 75-300 Cable Transformer AH25 1.95 Y-Adapter Coaxial RF Cable AH065G 6.99 Coaxial RF Cable...
  • Page 76 Charge your order on your VISA or MasterCard filling in below YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card iiii IFI-I--1FI-I-ql--I- My card expires: [-_ IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard I I I I II-Tq-l-II I I I II I I I I Copy Numb0r I I Ill My card l---I---l[--Y-]...
  • Page 77 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 or MasterCard ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM Eastern Standard Time.

  • Page 78: Trouble Checks

    Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.
  • Page 79 Camcorder does n ot • Aim remote at camcorder's remote control sensor. respond toremote • Remote's lithium cell battery may be installed incorrectly. control See page 17. • Remote control's lithium cell battery may need replacing. • Remote control sensor on camcorder exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.
  • Page 80 Viewfinder displays Lens is smudged, and image appears unfocused. are outoffocus Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted. The small control on the side of the viewfinder controls the brightness of the viewfinder. This control has been set at the factory and should require no adjustment. If the brightness of the viewfinder ever does require adjustment, carefully use a plastic screwdriver.
  • Page 81 Place AUTO PAUSE in OFF position. See page 34. pointed up or down Error number Try disconnecting power source. Wait ten seconds and then connect power source again. If error number does not (E01, E02, etc.) disappear from viewfinder, consult your Authorized RCA appears in viewfinder Camcorder Servicenter.

  • Page 82: 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 Camcorder's 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 83 Authorized RCA Camcorder stick to the headwheel and damage the Servicenter. headwheel or tape. Do not use an adapter/charger or •...

  • Page 84: Specifications

    General Camera Section Power requirement: 6VDC Image Sensor: 1/4" CCD Imager Power consumption: 6.0 watts (normal) Tripod Mount: One 1/4" x 20 threaded hole Weight: 1.8 lbs. (820g) Lens: fl/1.6 Dimensions - Including Viewfinder 12:1 (4.2-50.4 mm) 4-3/8"(W) x 4-1/2"(H) x 9-5/8" (D) Diameter: 43 mm 110 (W) x 112 (H) x 224 (D) mm Video Recorder...

  • Page 85: Customer Assistance And Service

    ustomer Assistance and iiiiII !i ii iii i iiii I Thomson provides a toll-free telephone You can reach Thomson at the number to help you with any problems following number: you may encounter with your camcorder. 800-283-6503 Many can be diagnosed over the phone, (Toll free insideU.S.A.) and if necessary, a replacement unit can Our toll-free Camcorder number...

  • Page 86: Limited Warranty

    which validates date of purchase to What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit. workmanship. 4. If the repairs were covered by your For how long after your purchase: warranty, you will not be billed.
  • Page 87 336-1900 for the Authorized RCA eligibility. Camcorder Servicenter nearest you. • A brief note describing your • Take your unit to the Authorized RCA camcorder problem. Camcorder Servicenter of your choice. • Your name, address and phone • Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder number.

  • Page 88: Index (Alphabetical)

    16x9 Mode ....42-43 Camcorder, Cleaning ....A. (Audio) DUB Button ..18-19,56-57 Camcorder, Powering ..12-16 Accessories, Included ....Camcorder, Turning On .... Accessories, Optional ..70-75 Camcorder, Unpacking ..... Accessory, Order Form ..73-75 Camera Edit Feature ....Adapter, Cassette ....
  • Page 89 --Hm DA TE/TIME/CHAR Button ....11,48-49 DC Car Cord, Optional ..16,70 Handstrap ..... 5,10 Design Specifications ..... High-Speed Shutter Mode ..Dew Warning ....Display Panel ....9,40 Displays, Viewfinder ... 26-29 Included Accessories ....mE-- INDEX Indicator .... 28-29,30 Indexing, Electronic ....
  • Page 90 mR m OFF/CAMERA/VCR REC • • • Indicator ..8,22,23,29 Switch and Indicator ..5,8,10,12 Recording, First ......14-16,18-19,22-23,31,36,39 Recording, Making a ... 22-23 ..41,43-48,54-57,64-65,67,69 Recording Speeds .... 6,20,33 Operation, First-Time ... 3-11 Recording Tips ....Optional Accessories ...
  • Page 91 T20.30.40/SP.SLP Unpacking the Camcorder ... User Information ....Switch ..6,11,20,22,33,54-55 Table of Contents ....Using Cassette Adapter ..3,62-63 Tally Light ....9,22-23,30 TAPE END Display ..28-29,33 Tape Copying ....66-67 VCR/OFF/CAMERA Tape Length Display ... 26-27 Switch and Indicator ..
  • Page 92 Need Assistance? We want to help! U.S. Consumers: Camcorder Exchange Warranty ..800-283-6503 Customer Service ....800-336-1900 Accessories ..... 800-338-0376 Canadian Consumers: English ......800-522-0338 French ......800-522-0445 If your camcorder needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages.

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