Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose
product or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
ATTENTION
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame
la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et
pousser jusqu au fond.
To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the
manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of batteries may burst causing
damage and personal injury.
CAUTION: Avoid operating this product immediately after moving it from a
cold location to a warm location. Give it 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature
before inserting a video cassette. When moved from a cold area to a warm
location, moisture may condense on the head drum inside the machine. This
moisture could cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the
headwheel or tape.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage”
inside the product that presents a risk of
electric shock or personal injury.
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the product.RISQUE DE CHOC
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning
this card allows us to contact you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service
and attach it here. Record the serial and model numbers located on the bottom of
the product.
Model _______________________________________________________
Serial No:_____________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ________________________________________________
Purchased From: ______________________________________________
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CC437
Assistance
Table of Contents
We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any
questions, call:
• Save the box and packing materials in case you ever need to store or ship
your camcorder.
• The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any of them are
missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
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.
WARNING: LEADACID BATTERY.
MUST BE DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY.
Rechargeable 10-Volt Battery
Stock No. EP096FS
Camcorder
Model CC437
Shoulder Strap
Stock No. 227327
AC Adapter/Charger: Stock No.
232595
DC Cable: Stock No. 209342
Carrying Case
Part No. 233110
Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger
for any purpose other than charging the
EP096FL or EP096FS battery pack or
supplying power to the camcorder.
3
First-Time Operation
2. Attach the adapter/charger.
Since the battery must be charged
before it can be used the first time,
attach the adapter/charger to the
camcorder.
• Attach one end of the
adapter/charger’s DC cable to the
DC OUTPUT jack on the
Adapter/Charger
DC OUTPUT
Jack
Adapter/Charger’s
DC Cable
4
DC IN 9.6V Jack on
Back of Camcorder
adapter/charger.
• Attach the other end of the cable to
the DC IN 9.6V jack on the
camcorder.
• Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into
an operating outlet.
• Details are on page 10.
First-Time Operation
CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch
Lens Cap
Handstrap
3. Remove the lens cap and attach
it to the handstrap.
4. Turn on the camcorder.
The position of the
CAMERA / O F F / V C R switch tells the
camcorder whether you want to record
(CAMERA), play back tapes (VCR), or
turn off the power (OFF).
• Press and hold the small button on
CAMERA / O F F / V C R while
sliding it in CAMERA. The
electronic viewfinder will come on.
5
First-Time Operation
Lens Cap on
Handstrap
Cassette Door
Press Here to Close
Tape Window
Safety Tab
REC (Record)
/PAUSE
Button
5 . I n s e rt a cassette.
• Press STOP/EJECT to open the
cassette compartment.
• Insert the cassette with the safety tab
facing up and the tape windows
facing out.
• Press the cassette down gently until
it locks into place, and close the
cassette compartment door.
• Details are on page 17.
6 . Position viewfinder and adjust
eyepiece focus control.
• Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it
horizontally.
• Pull the viewfinder out from the
camcorder and rotate the eyepiece
into a comfortable viewing position.
Caution: Pulling on the eyepiece may
cause damage to the eyepiece or
camcorder.
• If the image in the viewfinder is
blurry, adjust the eyepiece focus
control for your vision. Details are
on page 22.
6
First-Time Operation
7. Start and stop recording.
Start and stop recording by pressing
and releasing REC/PAUSE. REC
appears in the viewfinder. You do not
have to hold the button to record.
Notes: If you do not record within five
minutes, the camcorder will automatically
shut off to prevent excessive tape wear.
Press REC/PAUSE to turn on the
camcorder.
Any material recorded on the tape will
automatically be erased if you record
over it.
8. Play back what you have
recorded.
• Press REC/PAUSE to stop recording.
• Press and hold the small button on
CAMERA / O F F / V C R while sliding
it to VCR.
• Press REW(rewind)/REVIEW to
rewind the tape.
• Press PLAY to play back the tape in
the viewfinder.
• Press STOP/EJECT when you are
finished playing back the tape.
• Details on viewfinder playback are
on page 44.
CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch
STOP/EJECT
PLAY
REW(Rewind)/
REVIEW
REC (Record)
/PAUSE
Eyepiece
Focus
Control
Eyepiece
Electronic
Viewfinder
(Grasp Here
to Move)
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First-Time Operation
9. Review the camcorder’s operating controls.
VIDEO, AUDIO, and RF DC OUT
Jacks (Located Behind Small Cover)
AV (Audio/Video)
OUT/IN Switch
Lens
Lens
Hood
Microphone
Light
BRIGHT Control
(Located Under Microphone)
Eyepiece
Focus
Control
Viewfinder
FADE Button
STOP/EJECT ButtonAlso EDIT•ADV Button
F.FWD (Fast Forward) Button Also Title Select + Button
PLAY Button
AV DUB Button
DISPLAY Button
RESET Button
DATE/TIME Button
TITLER Button
CAMERA • O F F • V C R Switch
REW (Rewind/Review) Button Also Title Select – Button
INST. (Instant) ZOOM
Button
DIGITAL ZOOM Button
LIGHT AUTO/
OFF/ON Switch
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First-Time Operation
9. Review the camcorder’s operating controls.
Power Zoom Buttons
(W and T) also
TRACKING Buttons
DC IN 9.6V Jack
Shoulder Strap
Attachment
Ring
BATTERY
EJECT Lever
Cassette Door
Hand Strap with
Lens Cap Holder
REC (Record)
/PAUSE Button
9
Powering the Camcorder
1. Connect one end of the adapter/
charger’s cable to the adapter/
charger’s DC OUTPUT jack and the
other end to the DC IN 9.6V jack on
the back of the camcorder.
2. Plug the adapter/charger into the
nearest AC outlet (120V, 50/60 Hz).
3. The POWER indicator on the
adapter/charger will light when it is
properly connected.
Notes: The adapter/charger cannot charge
the battery and operate the camcorder at the
same time. If you connect both, the
adapter/charger will power the camcorder.
Remove the adapter/charger’s cable from
the DC OUTPUT jack to charge the
battery.
When using the adapter/charger to power
the camcorder, the battery level indicator
may display. This indicator is used
for battery operation and has no meaning
when using the adapter/charger to power
the camcorder.
To Remove the Adapter/Charger
1. Remove the adapter/charger’s plug
from the AC outlet.
2. Remove the adapter/charger’s DC
cable from the DC IN 9.6V jack on the
camcorder.
on a power source other than 120 volts, 50/60 Hz, or the adapter/charger and
camcorder may be damaged. If you wish to operate the AC adapter/charger on a
power source other than 120 volts, 50/60 Hz, use only a transformer-type power
converter. Do not use “solid-state” or “switching-type” power converters. Theywill damage your AC adapter/charger. An optional CPS014 shown on page 55 is
designed for use on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz.
Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder
Plug in AC Outlet
(120V, 50/60Hz)
Adapter/Charger
POWER
Indicator
Caution: Do not attempt to use a “power converter” to use your AC adapter/charger
DC
OUTPUT
Jack
Adapter/Charger’s
DC Cable
10
DC IN 9.6V Jack
Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger
for any purpose other than charging the
EP096FS or EP096FL battery pack or
supplying power to the camcorder.
Powering the Camcorder
1. Attach the battery to the adapter/
charger as shown. Align the reference
arrow on the battery with the arrow on
the adapter/charger. Hold the battery
flush against the adapter/charger and
slide it in the direction of the arrow.
Note: You cannot charge the battery and
operate the camcorder from the adapter/
charger at the same time. Remove the
adapter/charger’s DC cable from the
camcorder to charge the battery.
2. Plug the adapter/charger into the
nearest AC outlet (120 V, 50/60 Hz).
3. The CHARGE indicator will light
while the battery is being charged.
When the indicator turns off, the
battery is fully charged.
4. Remove the battery from the
adapter/charger by sliding the battery
up and off.
5. Attach the charged battery to the
camcorder as shown on the next page.
Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder
Charging the Battery
The battery must be charged before it can be used the first time. Charging will take
approximately two hours depending on the condition of the battery. When fully
charged, the battery should supply approximately 60 minutes of operating time
(depending on how much you use zoom and pause). To extend the battery’s operation
time, turn off the camcorder’s power when not in use.
Plug in AC Outlet
(120 V, 50/60 Hz)
WARNING: LEADACID BATTERY.
MUST BE DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY.
Adapter/Charger
CHARGE
Indicator
Hold Battery
Flush and
Slide Down
Rechargeable
Battery
Align Arrows
Caution: When a
battery is attached to
the adapter/charger,
do not turn them
upside down. The
battery may fall off
and be damaged or
cause injury.
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Powering the Camcorder
Attach Charged Battery
1. Align reference arrow on battery with
arrow on camcorder. Hold battery
flush against camcorder while sliding
it down in the direction of the arrow as
shown.
2. Press and hold small button on
CAMERA/OFF/VCR while placing it
in CAMERA.
Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder
CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch
BATTERY EJECT Lever
Rechargeable
Battery
Hold Battery
Flush and
Slide Down
Align Arrows
Remove the Battery
1. Slide CAMERA/OFF/VCR to OFF.
ATTENTION:LEAD-ACID BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY. THE PRODUCT THAT YOU HAVE PURCHASED
USES A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY. AT THE END OF ITS
USEFUL LIFE, UNDER VARIOUS STATE AND LOCAL LAWS, IT
MAY BE ILLEGAL TO DISPOSE OF THIS BATTERY INTO THE
MUNICIPAL WASTE STREAM. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL
SOLID WASTE OFFICIALS FOR DETAILS IN YOUR AREA FOR
RECYCLING OPTIONS OR PROPER DISPOSAL.
2. Press and hold BATTERY EJECT
while sliding battery up and off the
camcorder.
12
Powering the Camcorder
Battery Care
• Your battery will provide better service
and longer performance if you charge it
before and after use, and store it at
normal room temperature.
• The battery should be charged at a
temperature of 32ºF-95ºF (0ºC-35ºC) to
prevent damage.
• Do not operate the battery at
temperatures below 14ºF (-10ºC) or
above 95ºF (35ºC). The battery may be
Battery Storage
• Store the battery at normal room
temperature.
• Lead acid batteries discharge if not
used. Recharge the battery at least once
every six months or you may not be
able to recharge it.
Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder
damaged if operated at temperatures
above 122ºF (50ºC). Operation time
will decrease at extremely low
temperatures.
• After repeated chargings and use, the
operation time will gradually decrease.
When operation time becomes too short
to be useful, it is time to replace the
battery.
• A battery stored for a long period may
not supply power for the specified time.
Additional rechargings may help
restore the battery’s operation time.
Allow battery to cool down before
attaching it to adapter/charger. The
CHARGE indicator will not light and
the battery will not charge if you attach
a hot battery.
Do not attempt to disassemble or
modify the battery. There are no userserviceable parts inside.
Use the battery only with specified AC
adapter/chargers and camcorders.
If leakage from a damaged battery
contacts your skin or clothing, wash it
off immediately with running water.
Batteries being recharged that have not
been used for an extended period may
continue to charge after the normal
time. Do not charge a battery for more
than 24 hours.
If both indicators on the adapter/
charger start flashing, remove the
battery, and reattach it. If after several
attempts — the indicators continue to
flash — your battery cannot take a
charge and must be replaced.
Throwing the battery into a fire or
exposing the battery to excessive heat –
over 149º F (65º C) could be hazardous.
Do not short the battery’s terminals.
Battery Safety Precautions
13
Powering the Camcorder
When DISPLAY is pressed, the battery
level indicator () appears in the
camcorder’s viewfinder to show how
much battery power is left in the
rechargeable battery.
This indicator is not recorded on the tape.
• When the battery is fully charged, the
display shows
.
• After a while, only appears.
Check Battery Power (Battery Level Indicator)
Battery Level Indicator
Display in Viewfinder
• When the battery reaches the empty
level, will start flashing.
Recharge the battery or attach the
adapter/charger before continuing to
use the camcorder.
Notes: The battery level indicator has no
meaning when you power the camcorder with
the adapter/charger or optional car cord.
When a rechargeable battery is used to power
the camcorder, flashes even if
DISPLAY is not pressed to warn you that the
battery power level is low.
Caution: When the battery reaches its empty level during use, the camcorder will
turn off. However, the battery should have enough reserve power to eject the cassette
when you press STOP/EJECT.
If the camcorder does not eject the cassette when you press STOP/EJECT, do notforce the cassette door open. This will damage your camcorder.
Before attempting to eject the cassette, power your camcorder with the
adapter/charger or recharge the battery.
14
Powering the Camcorder
To power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV, you
need the optional car cord adapter DCC096 shown on page 55.
The DCC096 car cord is especially designed to convert power from a 12-volt battery to
the 9.6-volt input jack on the camcorder.
Notes: The vehicle does not have to be turned
on for the camcorder to operate from the DC
car cord.
When using the car cord to power the
camcorder, the battery level indicator may
display . This indicator is used for
battery operation and has no meaning when
using the car cord to power the camcorder.
Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter
Caution: The DCC096 car cord is designed to be used only with vehicles having
12-volt negative ground electrical systems.
Warning: To avoid possible damage to your camcorder, use only the DCC096.
It has positive tip polarity and is capable of converting 12-volts to 9.6 volts.
Cigarette Lighter Socket
Optional Car Cord
Adapter (DCC096)
DC IN 9.6V Jack
1. Remove the adapter/charger’s DC
cable or battery from the camcorder, if
either is attached.
2. Connect the small plug on the car cord
to the DC IN 9.6V jack located on the
back of the camcorder.
3. Insert the other end of the car cord into
the vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket.
4. Place the camcorder’s
CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch in
CAMERA. If the car cord is connected
properly, the electronic viewfinder will
come on.
15
Video Cassettes
To prevent accidental
erasure, break the tab.
To record again, cover
the hole with vinyl tape.
We recommend 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 notcovered under warranty. It is considered normal maintenance.
If a snowy picture or no-picture condition persists, consider the use of a dry chemical
non-abrasive head-cleaning tape. Be sure to follow the directions with the headcleaning kit carefully. Improper use of a head cleaner may damage your camcorder.
Erase Protection — Safety Tab
You can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording,
just record over it.
Safety Tab
Recording and Playback Times
The camcorder records and plays back in VHS standard speed (SP). The chart shows
the maximum SP recording times for popular VHS cassettes.
16
Video Cassettes
Inserting and Removing Cassettes
Caution: Insert
cassette with
safety tab facing
up and tape
windows facing
out. Cassette
should slide
easily into the
compartment.
Gently push the
cassette down
until it locks
into place.
Press Here to Close
Tape Windows
STOP/EJECT
Safety Tab
Cassette Care and Storage
Follow these directions for continued high-quality performance from your cassettes.
• Keep cassettes away from strong
magnetic fields, such as electric motors
and other devices.
• Do not use a cassette if it has been
damaged or exposed to moisture. The
tape may jam or damage the camcorder.
• When you are finished recording, break
off the safety tab on the cassette to
prevent accidental erasure.
• Do not leave your camcorder or
cassettes in a car or outdoors for an
extended period. Excessive heat or
cold may damage them.
• When you are finished with a cassette,
rewind it and remove it from the
camcorder.
• Label and store cassettes vertically in
their protective cases at normal room
temperatures. Excessive heat or cold
may damage your cassettes.
• Keep dust from entering the cassette
compartment. All dust is abrasive and
will cause excessive wear on the tape
and the camcorder’s recording or
playback heads.
1. Attach a power source to the
camcorder (either a charged battery or
adapter/charger).
2. Press STOP/EJECT on the top of the
camcorder to open cassette door.
3. Insert or remove the cassette from the
cassette compartment.
4. Gently close the cassette door with
your hand.
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Camcorder Traveling and Cassette Tips
Traveling Tips
Write down your camcorder’s serial
number and keep it separate from the
camcorder when traveling. If your
camcorder is lost or stolen, you will be
able to identify it.
Make sure you have any plug adapters
you need before taking your camcorder to
other countries. Consult your dealer.
Use extra care to avoid damage to your
camcorder and accessories when operating
them at a beach or pool. Spray, sand, and
dust should be avoided. If your lens has
been exposed to the elements, clean it
only with proper lens cleaning supplies.
Cassette Tips
Do not use a cassette if it has been
damaged or exposed to moisture. The tape
may jam or damage your camcorder.
When you are finished recording, break
off the safety tab on the cassette to prevent
accidental erasure.
Label your cassettes before storing them.
Carry your camcorder in a carrying case
when traveling. See page 54 for a
specially designed soft case. An ordinary
suitcase or
carry bag does not offer the
protection your camcorder needs. Treat
your camcorder as carry-on luggage to
protect it from rough handling.
Store your cassettes vertically in their
protective cases at normal room
temperature.
Do not leave your camcorder or cassettes
in a car or outdoors for an extended
period. Excessive heat or cold may
damage them.
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Camcorder Features
Quick Review
Press REW/REVIEW when CAMERA/
OFF/VCR is in CAMERA and the
camcorder is in record pause to review
the last few seconds of a recording.
The camcorder will play back the last
few seconds of the recording, return the
tape to its previous position, and return to
record pause.
Tape Positioning
When CAMERA/OFF/VCR is in VCR and
the camcorder is in the stop mode, you
can quickly fast-forward or rewind the
tape.
• Press F.FWD (fast forward) to fast
forward the tape. Press STOP/EJECT
to stop fast-forwarding.
REW (Rewind)/REVIEW
CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch
Microphone
STOP/EJECT
F.FWD (Fast Forward)
• Press REW/REVIEW to rewind the tape
to the beginning. Press STOP/EJECT to
stop rewinding.
Microphone
The microphone picks up sound during a
recording. It is more sensitive to sounds
coming from the direction the lens is
pointed.
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
The camcorder will automatically adjust
focus, white balance and iris according to
the recording conditions.
19
Camcorder Features
20
Program AE (Auto Exposure)
Program auto exposure automatically selects the shutter speed and adjusts the iris
according to the shutter speed.
Viewfinder Display
AE:60
M a c ro Focus
The macro-focus feature lets you focus on objects as close as 3/8 of an inch from the
camcorder lens.
1. Press and hold zoom button “W” until
the lens is completely zoomed out.
2. Position the subject in the center of the
viewfinder.
N o t e s: Zooming is not possible when using
macro focus. To change the size of the
subject, move the camcorder’s lens closer or
farther away from it.
For best results, increase illumination when
recording using macro focus.
Auto Focus
The camcorder will focus on the subject in the center of the viewfinder.
Auto focus operates on the telephoto “T” side from approximately 3.6 feet to infinity
and on the wide-angle “W” side 3/8 of an inch from the lens surface to infinity.
The following conditions may prevent auto focus from operating properly.
When DISPLAY is pressed, the AE
indicator for the shutter speed selected
(1/60, 1/100, 1/120, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350,
1/500, 1/750, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, or
1/4000 second) appears in the
viewfinder.
• Subject has close foreground and
background far away.
• Two subjects at different distances that
overlap.
• Subject with distinct horizontal stripes
or small pattern.
• Subject not in center of the viewfinder.
• Subject with shiny surfaces or sharp
angles.
• Recording in low-light situations.
• Recording through a window.
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