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RCA CC4391 Owner’s Manual

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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 I
This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage"
DO NOT OPEN
inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.
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.
This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.
Cautions
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour 6viter les chocs 61ectriques, 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 recom- mended by the manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of
batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
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 number and model
numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder.
Model No: Serial No: Purchase Date: Purchased From:
CC4391
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We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call:
Cnmeorder Exchange Warranty ........... 800-283-6503 (pages 74-75)
Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900 (page 73)
Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 59-62)
Safety Information .............................. i
First Time Operation
• Assistance ....................................... 3
• Unpack the Camcorder and
Accessories ................................. 3
• Attach the Adapter/Charger ............ 4
• Adjust the Handstrap, Remove
Lens Cap and Attach
It to the Handstrap....................... 4
• Insert a Tape .................................... 5
• Turn on the Camcorder ................... 5
• Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What
You Are Recording ..................... 6
• Set LIGHTAUTO/OFF/ON
Switch to AUTO ......................... 7
• Start and Stop Recording ................ 7
• Play Back What you Have
Recorded .................................... 8
• Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
Switch to OFF ............................ 8
• Close the LCD Monitor
and Replace the Lens Cap .......... 8
• Review Camcorder's
Operating Controls ................ 9-10
Attach the Shoulder Strap .............. 11
Built-In Color Enhancement
Light .................................... 12-13
Power Your Camcorder
• Use the Adapter/Charger to
Power Your Camcorder ............ 14
• Use the Battery to Power
Your Camcorder .................. 15-19
• Use the Optional DCC096
Car Cord Adapter ..................... 19
Videocassettes
• Erase Protection ............................ 20
• Recording and Playback
Speed and Times ...................... 20
• Insert and Remove Cassettes ........ 21
• Cassette Care and Storage ............. 21
Date and Time Display
• Set the Time and Date ................... 22
• Record Time and Date, AUTO
Date, Auto TITLE, orDate ......... 23
• Charge the Built-in Clock
Battery ...................................... 23
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Recording
• Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
to See What You Record ..... 24-25
• LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
Displays ............................... 26-27
• DISPLAYButton ........................... 28
• Microphone ................................... 28
• Quick Review Feature ................... 28
• Auto Shoff MFeature ..................... 28
• Auto Focus .................................... 29
• Macro Focus .................................. 29
• Steady Pix TM Feature .................... 29
• Tape-Remaining Display ............... 30
• Electronic Indexing ....................... 30
• Zooming
• Use the Zoom Buttons .............. 31
• Use Instant Zoom ..................... 31
• Digital Effects ............................... 32
• 16 X 9 Mode ............................. 33
• Negative Mode ......................... 34
• Digital Zooming ....................... 34
• Mirror Mode ............................. 35
• Mosaic Mode ............................ 35
• Fade In and Out of Scenes ....... 36-37
• Tape Counter ................................. 38
Editing Features ................................. 39
• Camera Edit .............................. 39
• Flying Erase Head .................... 39
• Audio Dub ........................... 40-41
• Audio and Video Dub .......... 42-43
• Titler .................................... 44-46
• Recording and Traveling Tips ....... 47
Record from a VCR or
TV Monitor ............................ 48-49
Playback
• Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback. 50-51
• Playback Features
• Tape Positioning ....................... 52
• Visual Searching ....................... 52
• Stop-Action Pause .................... 52
• Tracking .................................... 53
• Playback on TV (or VCR) with
Audio/Video Input Jacks ..... 54-55
• Playback on TV Without
Audio/Video Input Jacks ..... 56-57
Pack the Carry Case ........................ 58
Optional Accessories ................... 59-65
• Accessory Order Form ............. 63-65
Trouble Checks ........................... 66-69
Care and Maintenance
• Clean the Camcorder ..................... 70
• Clean the Camcorder's Lens ......... 70
• Clean the Camcorder's LCD
Monitor ..................................... 70
• Clean the Camcorder's
Viewfinder ................................. 70
• Proper Care and Storage ............... 71
• Things to Avoid ............................. 71
Specifications .................................... 72
Information to User ......................... 72
Customer Assistance ........................ 73
Limited Warranty ....................... 74-75
Index ............................................ 76-80
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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 ............... 800-283-6503
Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900
Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376
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Unpack the camcorder and accessories.
• Save the packing materials andbox in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder.
• The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any aremissing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
Model CC4391
Carrying Case
Reehargeable 10-Volt Battery
Stock No. EP096FS
Shoulder Strap
Stock No. 227327 or
Stock No. 241305
AC Adapter/Charger: Stock No. 241044
DC Cable: Stock No. 233328
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2. Attach the adapter/charger.
ToAC 120V, 50/60 Hz
Adapter/ Charger
DC IN 9.6V
Jack
Since the battery must be charged
before it can be used the first time,
attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder.
1. Attach one end of the adapter/ charger's DC cable to the DC OUTPUT jack on the side of the
adapter/charger.
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Adjust the handstrap, remove lens cap, and attach
2. Attach the other end of the cable to the DCIN9.6Vjack on the
camcorder.
3. Plug the adapter/charger's plug
into an operating outlet.
4. Details are on page 14.
it to the handstrap. .... :
1. Open the handstrap, insert your hand, and adjust the handstrap to
fit your hand.
2. Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap as shown.
Cap on
Handstrap
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4. Insert a tape.
Cassette
Safety Tab
STOP/EJECT
Button
Tape Windows
_Cassette Door
Press Here to Close
1. Press STOP/EJECTto open the
cassette compartment.
2. Insert the cassette with the safety tab facing up and the tape windows
facing out.
5. Turn on the camcorder.
• Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch
while you slide it to CAMERA. The camcorder enters record-
pause.
• The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record (CAMERA), turn the
3. Press the cassette down gently until it locks into place, and close the cassette compartment door.
4.Details are on page 21.
Switch
Note: If you want the date and
time displayed on your recordings, you must set it.
See Date and Time Display on
pages 22-23.
power off (OFF), or play back tapes (VCR).
• The camcorder automatically turns off if it remains in record-
pause for five minutes. Place the switch to OFF and then back
to CAMERA.
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Electronic
Viewfinder (Grasp
here to move.)_
Eyepiece_._ __
Eyepiece Focus / _J _ IJI
Control _ Itl
OPENn _'_'_.._ I_l IPI Shoulder
s rrgl _1_1 [ll Extension
L_(I _t[_ _ II I Ill Pad
Bright _[// _ _ _ L01_.. /
C°ntr°l/ _ _CD_ __.__
Monitor _"__
6. Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what you're recording.
You can watch what you're recording on the LCD monitor or in the black-and-
white viewfinder. When you open the LCD monitor more than 45 °, the viewfinder
automatically turns off. When you close the LCD monitor, the viewfinder automatically turns on. When you extend the LCD monitor 90 ° and rotate it all the
way around (screen side facing toward the person you're recording), both the
viewfinder and the LCD monitor show what's being recorded.
Use the LCD Monitor
1.Unfold the shoulder extension pad.
2. Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor. Make sure the
monitor is open at least 45 °. The
viewfinder automatically turns off.
3. Rotate the monitor around only
when it is open 90 °. When you rotate the monitor 90 ° or more, the
image becomes a mirror image and the viewfinder turns on.
4. To adjust the brightness of the
image in the monitor, turn the
bright control.
5. Fit the shoulder extension pad to your shoulder for convenient viewing using the LCD monitor.
Use the Viewfinder
1. Make sure the monitor is closed and locked. If the monitor is open
more than 45 °, the viewfinder automatically turns off.
2. Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it horizontally.
3. Pull the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate the eyepiece
into a comfortable viewing position.
4. Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder
for your vision.
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REC/PA USE
Button
LIGHT
AUTO/OFF/
ON Switch
. Set the LIGHT A UTO/OFF/
ON switch to A UTO.
• The color enhancement light helps
you create brighter and sharper images.
• Set the LIGHTAUTO/OFF/ON switch to A UTO if you want the
color enhancement light to turn on automatically when you aim the camcorder at a dark object and
turn off when you aim it at a bright object.
• Details are onpages 12-13.
8.
Start and stop recording.
• Press and release the REC/PAUSE
button to start recording. REC appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor, when the camcorder is recording.
• Press and release the REC/PAUSE button again to stop recording.
The camcorder is now in the record-pause mode ( II appears in
the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor when the camcorder is in
record-pause).
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RE C/PA USE
CAMERA/ OFF/VCR
REW/ PLAY RE VIE W Button
9. Play back what you have recorded.
1. Press the REC/PA USE button to
pause recording.
2. Press and hold the small button
on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while you slide it to VCR.
3. Press REW/REVIEWto rewind
the tape.
4. Press PLAYto play back the tape.
5. Press STOP/EJECTwhen you are
finished playing back the tape.
Details on LCD monitor and
viewfinder playback are on
pages 50-51.
10. Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to OFF to turn off the
camcorder.
11. Close the LCD monitor and replace the lens cap.
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12. Review camcorder's operating controls.
DISPLAY Button
RESET Button
Light
Microphone
DATE/TIME Button
TITLER Button
CAMERA/ OFF/VCR
Switch
AVDUB Button
RE W (R ewind)/RE VIE W Button (Also - Button)
PLAY Button
EFWD (Fast Forward) Button
(Also + Button)
STOP/EJECT
Button
(Also EDIT-ADV Button)
Lens
Lens Hood
Checks for
details.)
VIDEO, AUDIO IN/OUT, and
RF DC OUT Jacks (Located
Behind Small Cover)
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12. Review camcorder's operating controls. (continued)
Built-In Speaker
LCD Monitor
OPEN
Bright
Volume Control
(Instant) FADE ZOOM Button STEAD Y PIX
Button DIGITAL Button
EFFECTS
Button LIGHTA UTO/
Viewfinder
OFF/ON Switch
Eyepiece Focus Control
BRIGHT and FOCUS
Controls (See Trouble Checks
for details.)
Attach Rechargeable
Battery Here
pter!
Charger's DC Cord Here
Shoulder Extension Pad
Shoulder Strap
Attachment Ring
BATTERY EJECT
Button
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Shoulder Strap
Attachment Ring
Cassette Door (Press here to
close.)
Zoom Buttons
(Wand T) Also TRACKING
Buttons
with Lens Cap
Holder
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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. Unfasten one end of the shoulder 3. strap from the buckle. Make sure you
leave the buckle on the strap.
Buckle
Thread the end of the strap back through the buckle making sure it is threaded over the outer strap. Make
sure the strap is not twisted.
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2. Thread one end of the shoulder strap 4. through one of the shoulder strap rings as shown below. 5.
Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring
Shoulder Strap Attaehment Ring
Repeat steps 1-3 to attach the other end of the strap.
Pull on the straps and make sure they are securely fastened before using the
shoulder strap to support your
camcorder.
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Built-In Color Enhancement Light
The built-in color enhancement light automatically adds light when needed. To operate the video light, press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you set it to CAMERA.
CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch
Video
Light
....
"LIGHTA UTO/OFF/ON Switch
To Use the Light
Set the LIGHTA UTO/OFF/ON switch.
• To turn the light on, set the switch to ON.
If you want the light to come on automatically when the camcorder senses there is insufficient light, set
the switch to AUTO.
Notes: For the light to operate in AUTO, you must have a tape in the camcorder.
If the lighting condition is unstable, the light may turn on and off. Set the light to
ON or OFF.
• To turn the light off, set the switch to OFF. To save battery power, turn the light off when you are not recording.
Notes: When the light is turned on, the camcorder may turn off if the battery's power
is low even though the battery level indicator is not flashing.
Avoid bumping or shaking the light when in use. The light's bulb is sensitive when hot and
might burn out.
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Replace Light Bulb
Light
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.
3. To replace the light cover, pass the bulb through the hole of the reflection plate and attach the lower hook to the light case on the camcorder.
4. Press gently on the front of the light cover until it locks into place.
Note: Make sure the front cover of the light is properly attached.
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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.
To AC 120V. 50/60 Hz Jack
DC IN 9.6V
POWER
Indicator
Adapter/ Charger
DC Cable
Attach Adapter/Charger
1. Attach one end of the adapter/
charger's DC cable to the DC OUTPUTjack on the adapter/charger.
2. Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9. 6V jack on the camcorder.
3. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into an operating outlet. The POWER indicator on the adapter/charger lights 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 powers the camcorder. Remove the adapter/
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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 might
display _. This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when
using the adapter/charger to power the camcorder.
Remove Adapter/Charger
1. Unplug the adapter/charger from the
wall outlet.
2. Remove the DC cable from the adapter/charger and camcorder.
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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. To conserve battery power, turn the camcorder off during recording breaks.
ToAC 120V, 50/60 Hz Rechargeable Battery
CHARGE
Indicator
(Hold battery flush and slide down.)
Align
Charger
Charge the Battery
If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUTPUT jack on the adapter/charger,
remove it.
1. Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter/charger.
2. Hold the battery flush against the adapter/charger and slide it in the
direction of the arrow.
3. Plug adapter/charger into nearest AC
outlet (120V, 50/60Hz).
4. If the battery is properly connected, the adapter/charger's CHARGE indicator lights.
Note: Your battery will provide better service if you charge it before and after use
and store it at room temperature.
5. Remove the charged battery by sliding it up and off the adapter/charger.
6. Attach the charged battery to the camcorder as shown on the next page.
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Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued)
CAMERA/ OFF/VCR
Switch
BATTERY EJECT
Button
Rechargeable Battery
Hold Battery Flush and Slide Down
Attach the Charged Battery
If the DC cable is attached to the camcorder, remove it before attaching
the battery.
1. Align the reference arrow on the battery to the arrow on the back of
the camcorder.
2. Hold the battery flush against the camcorder while you slide it down in
the direction of the arrow.
3. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you
set it to CAMERA.
Remove the Battery
1. Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to OFF.
2. Press and hold the BATTERY EJECT button while removing the battery.
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.
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Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued)
Battery Level Indicator
The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor and shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery.
Battery Level Indicator Display in
Viewfinder or LCD Monitor
Note: If you can't see the battery level
display, press DISPLAY
• When _ appears, the battery is fully charged.
• As the power is used _ and appear.
• When the battery power is almost gone, c512_ flashes in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. Recharge the battery or use the adapter/charger before continuing to use the camcorder.
Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder before
replacing the battery.
Notes: When you record using the recharge- able battery, the battery level indicator still
flashes to warn you of low battery power even if you do not have the battery level
indicator displayed. The battery level indicator isn't recorded on
the tape. The battery level indicator has no meaning
when you use the adapter/charger or optional car cord to power the camcorder.
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Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued)
Battery Care
• Your battery will provide better service
and longer performance if you charge if before and after use, and store it at
normal room temperature.
• The battery should be charged at a temperature of 32°F-95°F (0°C-35°C) to prevent damage.
• Do not operate the battery at tempera- tures below 14°F (-10°C) or above 95°F
Battery Storage
Store the battery at normal room temperature.
Lead acid batteries discharge if not used. Recharge the battery at least once ever six months or you may not be able to recharge it.
(35°C). You might damage the battery if you use it at temperatures above 122°F (50°C). Operation time decreases at extremely low temperatures.
After repeated chargings and use the operation time decreases. When the operation time becomes too short to be useful, it is time to replace the battery.
A battery stored for long periods might not supply power for the specified time. Additional rechargings might help restore the battery's operation time.
Battery Safety Precautions
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 the CHARGE indicator on the adapter/charger starts flashing, remove
the battery, and reattach it. If after several attempts, the indicator contin- ues 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 149°F (65°C) could be hazardous.
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• Do not short the battery's terminals.
• Allow the battery to cool down before attaching it to the 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 user- serviceable 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.
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Use the RCA Optional Car Cord Adapter
The optional DCC096 car cord shown on
page 59 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.
Note: Consult the installation and operating
instructions enclosed with the DCC096 for
complete operating instructions.
Use the DCC096 Car Cord Adapter
O/./Cigarette
1.
Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to
Lighter Socket
OFF to turn off the camcorder.
2.
If the battery or DC cable is attached to the camcorder, remove it.
3.
Insert the small plug on the car cord to the DC IN 9.6V jack located on the
back of the camcorder.
4.
Take the vehicle's cigarette lighter out of the socket.
5.
Insert the car cord's cigarette lighter plug into the vehicle's cigarette lighter
socket.
DC IN 9.6V
Jack
.
To turn on the camcorder, press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you set it to CAMERA.
Notes: The vehicle does not have to be running for the camcorder to operate from
the DC car cord. The battery level indicator has no meaning
when you use the car cord to power the
camcorder.
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Make sure you select good quality tapes for 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. It is considered normal maintenance.
If a snowy picture or no-picture condition persists, consider the use of a dry chemical nonabrasive head-cleaning tape. Be sure to follow the directions with the head- cleaning kit carefully. Improper use of a head cleaner might damage your camcorder.
Erase Protection - Safety Tab
You can use your videocassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording,
just record over it.
_ _Safety Tab
@
To prevent accidental erasure, break off the tab.
Recording and Playback Speed and Times The camcorder records andplays back in VHS standard speed (SP). Listed below are
the maximum recording times for popular VHS cassettes.
T-60 60 Min.
T- 120 2 Hrs. T-160 2 Hrs., 40 Min.
T- 180 3 Hrs.
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To record on the tape again, cover the hole with vinyl tape.
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Insert and Remove Cassettes
STOP/ EJECT
Button
1. Attach a power source to the camcorder.
2..Press the STOP/EJECT button. The cassette holder opens
automatically. Insert the cassette with the tape wheel
Cassette Care and Storage
• When you are finished with a cassette,
rewind it, remove it from the camcorder, and label it.
• Store cassettes vertically in their protective cases at normal room temperatures. Do not leave your
camcorder or cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period.
Excessive heat or cold might damage your cassettes.
• Keep the cassette away from strong magnetic fields such as electric motors
and other devices.
•Tab
Windows
Press here to close.
facing up and tape windows facing
out. Gently push the cassette down
until it locks into place.
4.
Gently close the cassette holder with your hand.
• 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.
• Do not use cassettes with damaged or spliced tape.
• Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or exposed to moisture. The
tape might jam and/or damage your camcorder.
Break off the safety tab to prevent accidental erasure of your recording.
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Set 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 next page.
DATE/TIME OFF/VCR REVIEW
Button \ Switch Button
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1.
Attach a power supply to the camcorder.
2.
Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you
set it to CAMERA.
.
Press the DATE/TIME button to display the date and time on the LCD
monitor or in the viewfinder. A flashing cursor lets you know which
part of the display you are setting. If the flashing cursor does not appear, press and hold DATE/TIME and then press STOP/EJECT.
CAMERA/ RE W/
4. Repeatedly press the EFWD or REW/
REVIEW until the correct month
appears. Press and hold the button to advance the digits faster.
5. When the correct month is displayed,
press STOP/EJECT. The cursor moves to the next part of the display.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the correct
month, day, year, hour, minute(s), and
AM/PM_
.
After setting AM or PM, press the DATE/TIME button to remove the
flashing cursor and start the internal
clock.
EFWD Button
STOP/EJECT
Button
To Correct the Date or Time
To correct the date or time, press and hold the DATE/TIME button and then press
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STOP/EJECT. The display and the flashing cursor appear. Use STOP/
EJECT, EFWD, and RE W/RE VIE W to correct the time or date. Press DATE/
TIME to remove the flashing cursor and
start the clock.
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Record the Time and Date, AUTO 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.
To Select the Display to Record
1.
Repeatedly press DATE/TIME to select the display you want to record.
• Date and Time Display: The date
and time will be displayed and
recorded.
• @ AUTO Date: The date is automatically recorded for approxi-
mately 10 seconds at the beginning
of the recording.
• @ TITLE: The date and title you
have created are displayed and recorded for approximately 10
seconds at the beginning of the
recording.
• Date Display: The date is dis- played and recorded.
• No Display: No display is dis- played or recorded.
Charge the Built-in Clock Battery
The camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery that must be charged
approximately every two months.
1. Attach a power supply and set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to OFF.
2. Leave the power supply attached at
least 24 hours.
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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. Close the LCD monitor and the viewfinder automatically turns on.
Use the LCD Monitor
Bright
Control
1.
Press the OPEN button and open the LCD monitor. Make sure the monitor
is open 90 °. The viewfinder automatically turns off.
Rotate the monitor.
• Tilt the monitor down to record
from a high angle, such as over a crowd.
• Tilt the monitor up to record from a
low angle, such as when you are
kneeling.
• To enable both you and the person
you're recording to see what's
being recorded, rotate the LCD
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monitor completely around so the front of the monitor faces the
person you're recording.The viewfinder turns on automatically when you turn the monitor all the way around.
3. To adjust the brightness of the image on the monitor, turn the bright control. This does not affect the brightness of the recording you are making.
4. When you are finished, carefully rotate the monitor back into position and close and lock it into place.
Note: When recording on a bright sunny day, the LCD monitor might be hard to see. Use the viewfinder.
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Use 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
Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing
For convenient viewing, rotate the viewfinder horizontally, pull it out from the camcorder, and adjust the eyepiece.
Eyepiece Focus Control
Eyepiece Focus focus of the viewfinder for your vision. Control If you wear eyeglasses, you probably can
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operate the camcorder without them. it is easiest to set the correct focus by
focusing on one of the viewfinder's on- screen displays. Look through the viewfinder and adjust the eyepiece focus control for your vision.
The eyepiece focus control does not affect the focus of the picture actually recorded by the camcorder.
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LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays
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A/V DUB
AE:60 (Auto Exposure) Shutter Speed
Press the DISPLAY button to display the shutter speed selected by the camcorder.
Battery Level Indicator (_) Press the DISPLAY button to display the
amount of time left on the rechargeable battery. Details are on page 17.
Digital Effects (ZM:2) Press the DISPLAY button to display the
indicator for the digital effect mode
selected. Press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button to select a digital effect mode.
• Select 16X9 to make a recording that you're going to play back on a
16X9 TV.
Select NEGPOS to reverse the image from positive to negative.
Select ZM:2 to activate the extended
zoom mode - wide angle to 130 times. ZOOM appears when you zoom over
16 times.
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• Select MIRROR to record a symmetric image on the left and right.
• Select MOSAIC to record a mosaic image.
• Details are on pages 32-35.
Steady Pix Indicator (@_}) To turn the steady pix feature on or off,
press the STEADY PIXbutton. @_}
appears when steady pix is turned on.
Derails on page 29.
Fade Indicator ([])
Press the DISPLAY button to display the
indicator for the fade mode selected. Press the FADE button to select a fade.
• Select [] to white fade.
• Select [] to wipe fade.
• Select [] to zoom fade.
• Select B/Wto black-and-white fade.
• Details are onpages 36-37.
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INDEXIndicator
Press the DISPLAYbutton to display this indicator when the camcorder is placing an index mark on the tape. Details are on
page 30.
Status Displays
The following displays appear to tell you the status of the camcorder.
• The A. DUB indicator appears during audio dubbing.
• The A/VDUB indicator appears during audio/video dubbing.
• The REC indicator appears during recording.
• The ,, indicator appears when the camcorder is fast-forwarding.
• The ,I'I indicator appears when the camcorder is rewinding.
NO TAPE flashes when you try to record with no cassette inserted.
• TAPE END flashes when there is approximately five minutes of
recording time left on the tape.
• TAPE END briefly appears when you reach the end of the cassette when
you're recording.
Time and Date Display
Press the DATE/TIME button to display the time and date, AUTO date, auto
TITLE, date only, or no date when the
camcorder is in record-pause.
• These displays are recorded on the tape when they appear in the
viewfinder or LCD monitor.
• Derails are on pages 22-23.
Tape-Remaining Indicator (_l)
The II indicator appears during record-pause.
Tape Counter with Memory Stop
(O000M)
Press the DISPLAYbutton to display the tape counter. The tape counter helps
locate segments of tape.
• Memory stop is turned on whenever the tape counter appears.
• Details are on page 38.
Tape Warnings (TAPE, NO TAPE, and
TAPE END)
• TAPE flashes when you try to record with the safety tab removed.
• TAPE flashes when a damaged tape is inserted. Remove the tape and replace
it with a new one.
Press the DISPLAYbutton to display the tape-remaining indicator. This display shows the approximate amount of tape left for recording or playback. Details are
on page 30.
Zoom Indicators
• ZOOM appears when you zoom with
• I.ZOOM appears when you press the
• Details are on page 31.
H
( t )' ZOOM,
The
zoom indicator ( t ) appears
when you use the power zoom buttons (Tand W).
the Tbutton more than 16 times.
INST. ZOOM button to immediately enlarge the picture 1.5 times.
and LZOOM
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Micro
DISPLA Y Button
RE W/RE VIE WButton
Zoom Buttons (T and IV)
DISPLAYButton
The DISPLAYbutton lets you remove the battery level, steady pix, tape speed, tape counter with memory stop, remaining tape display, index, fade, zoom and digital
effects indicators from the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
• Press DISPLAYto remove the
indicators.
• Press DISPLAY again to display the indicators.
Microphone
The microphone picks up the sound during a recording. It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed.
VCR Switch
utton
Quick Review Feature
Press and release REW/RE VIEW when the
camcorder is in record-pause to review the last few seconds of a recording. The
CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be set to CAMERA.
The camcorder will play back the last few seconds of the recording, return the tape to its previous position, and return to record-pause.
Auto Shoff M Feature The camcorder automatically adjusts
focus, white balance, iris, shutter speed, and light according to the recording
conditions.
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Auto Focus
The camcorder focuses on the subject in the center of the LCD monitor or
viewfinder. Auto focus operates on the telephoto (7) side from approximately 2-1/2 feet to infinity. It operates on the wide-angle (/4/) side from 3/8 inch from the lens surface (macro-focus) to infinity.
Note: When the displays appear, the AE
indicator for the shutter speed selected by the
camcorder (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) appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
The following conditions may prevent auto focus from operating properly.
• Recording a subject through a window.
• Recording a subject that has a close foreground and a far background.
• Recording two subjects at different distances that overlap.
• Subject that isn't in center of scene.
• Recording in low-light situations.
• Recording a scene with fast motions, like a tennis swing.
Macro Focus
The macro-focus feature lets you focus on objects as close as 3/8 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 scene.
Notes: Zooming is not possible when using macro-focus. To change the size of the
subject, move the camcorder lens closer or farther away from it.
For best results increase illumination when recording with macro-focus.
Steady Pix TM Feature
The steady pix feature corrects slight shaking of images during some record- ing modes.
• While zooming in on a distant subject.
• When recording an approaching small subject.
• When recording while walking or
riding in a vehicle.
• When recording through a vehicle's
window.
To Use the Steady Pix TM Feature
Press the STEAD YPIX button to turn steady pix on. The steady pix indica-
tor (@_})appears in the viewfinder or
on the LCD monitor. Press the STEADY PIX button to turn
the steady pix feature off. The steady pix indicator (@9})disappears.
Notes: Turn steady pix offwhen using a tripod. Steady pix may not operate properly when wide-angle or telephoto lens adapters are used.
There is a small change in the picture size when using steady pix.
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or when shooting the
following:
• Subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
• Dark or dim subjects.
• Subjects with excessive backlighting.
• Scenes with movement in various
directions.
• Scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
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Tape-Remaining Display
The tape-remaining display shows the approximate amount of tape remaining for recording or playback.
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Tape-Remaining Display in
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
Press DISPLAYto display the tape-
remaining indicator in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
• The camcorder takes approximately ten seconds to calculate the tape remaining when you first start playing or recording a tape.
.... appears while the
camcorder calculates the amount of tape-remaining.
Once tape-remaining has been calculated, it automatically updates and is readily available as long as the same tape remains in the camcorder.
• When _l appears, all or most of
the tape remains.
• =_ and _- appear as the tape is
being used.
• When the tape is almost at its end,
TAPE END flashes in the viewfinder
or on the LCD monitor.
Electronic Indexing Each time you begin recording (after the
camcorder has been turned off for at least four hours), the camcorder automatically
records an index mark at the beginning of the new recording.
When you play back the indexed tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing
feature called "VHS Index Search System" the invisible marks can be
located automatically. See your VCR Owner's Manual for index playback
instructions.
INDEX
INDEX Display in
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
When the DISPLAYbutton is pressed so the displays appear, INDEX appears briefly to let you know the camcorder is recording an index mark. Note: The camcorder does not record index marks every time you stop and start recording.
An index mark is recorded only once - at the start of each day's recording session (or whenever the camcorder has been turned
off for four hours).
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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 (Tand W)
ZOOM
Button
Use the Zoom Buttons (T and W)
1. To zoom in or out from wide angle to 32 times, press zoom button Tor W.
• To move the lens in the telephoto
(close-up) direction, press T.
• To move the lens in the wide angle
direction, press W.
When DISPLAYis pressed so the displays appear, the zoom level indicator appears
in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor during normal zooming. ZOOM appears
when you zoom more than 16 times.
ZOOM
T W
Zoom Level Indicator in
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
Use the Instant Zoom Button (INST.
ZOOM/)
1. To magnify the subject 1.5 times, from any normal zoom position, press
the INST. ZOOM button.
When DISPLAYis pressed so the displays appear, I. ZOOM appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor during instant zooming.
I. ZOOM
Instant Zoom Display in
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
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Digital Effects
The camcorder has a digital processor that allows you to record using five special digital effects: 16X9, a negative image, 130 times digital zoom, a symmetric mirror image, or a mosaic image. Each effect is described in detail on the nextpages.
To Select a Digital Effect
1. Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. If
they do not, press the DISPLAY
button.
2.
Repeatedly press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button. The indicator for
the digital effect you select appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
DIGITAL EFFECTS
Button
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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" recording.
New 16x9 TV Screen
Standard Shape TV Screen
To Record in the 16X9 Mode
1. Place the camcorder in record pause.
Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
If they do not, press DISPLAY.
2. Repeatedly press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button until 16X9 appears.
3. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
4. To turn off 16X9 recording, press REC/PA USE to pause recording, and
repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until no digital effects display appears.
16X9
16X9 Display in
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder
16X9 Mode
Normal Mode
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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.
Make sure the displays appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. If
they do not, press DISPLAY.
2. Repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS
.
Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
4.
To turn off negative recording, press REC/PA USE to pause recording, and repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS
until no digital effects display appears.
until NEGPOS appears.
Negative Mode
Normal Mode
Digital Zooming The camcorder has digital zooming that allows you to zoom in on a subject with
magnification up to 130 times. Normal zooming is up to 32 times.
1. Place the camcorder in record-pause.
Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. If
they do not, press DISPLAY.
2. Repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until ZM:2 appears. Use the zoom
buttons to zoom in and out. ZOOM appears when you zoom above 16X.
Digital Zooming Mode
3. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
4. To turn off digital zooming, press REC/PA USE to pause recording, and repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS
until no digital effects display appears.
Note: As the zoom level increases during digital zooming, the picture will gradually
become less sharp. Use the high zoom levels mainly for special effects.
Normal Mode
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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.
.
1. Place the camcorder in record-pause.
Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
If they do not, press DISPLAY.
2. Repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS
Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
4.
To turn off mirror recording, press REC/PA USE to pause recording, and
repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS
until no digital effects display appears.
until MIRROR appears.
Mirror Mode Normal Mode
Mosaic Mode
The mosaic feature lets you add a mosaic effect to your recording.
1. Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. If
they do not, press DISPLAY.
2. Repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until MOSAIC appears.
3. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
4. To turn offmosaic recording, press REC/PAUSE to pause recording, and
repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until no digital effects display appears.
Note: Mosaic recording cannot be used with digital zooming, instant zooming, steady pix,
or the zoom fade features.
Mosaic
Normal Mode
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Fade 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
To Select a Type of Fade
You can select white fade, black, yellow, blue, and green wipe fade, zoom fade, or
black-and-white fade.
Press REC/PA USE to pause recording. Make sure the displays appear in the
viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. If they do not, press DISPLAY.
2.
Repeatedly press the FADE button. The indicator for the fade you select will appear.
• Select [] (white) to fade in and out to/from a white screen.
• Select [] (black wipe) to fade in and out to/from a black screen.
• Select []YEL, []BLU, []GRN (yellow, blue, or green wipe) to fade
in and out to/from a yellow, blue, or green screen.
• Select [] (zoom) to fade in and out while zooming.
• SelectB/W(black-and-white)to fade in and out to/from a black-and-
white picture.
• Select no fade indicator if you do not want to fade in or out.
Notes: Zoom fade does not operate with
MIRROR and MOSAIC special effects modes.
Pressing the DIGITAL EFFECTS button turns off the fade mode. Set the digital effect you
want, and then set the fade.
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Fade In and Out of Scenes (continued)
Fade In
1. Press REC/PAUSE to pause
recording.
2. Repeatedly press FADE to select
the fade you want to use. Note: The last fade used appears the
first time you press FADE.
3. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. The picture and sound
gradually appears in place of the blank screen.
Fade Out
1.
During recording, repeatedly press
FADE to select a fade.
Note: The last fade used appears the first time you press FADE.
2.
Press REC/PA USE to stop recording. The picture and sound gradually disappears.
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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 O000Mi
DISPLAY CAMERA/ Button RESET Switch
_ Button _"
OFF/VCR
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Use the Memory-Stop Feature
1. Press REC/PA USE to pause recording.
Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
If they do not, press DISPLAY.
2. Locate the place on the tape you want to return to, and press RESETto reset
the counter to O000Mi
O000M
Tape Counter
With Memory Stop
.
Continue to record or play the tape. When you want to return to the place
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REW/ RE VIE W F.FWD Button
Button
I I STOP/EJECT
I I Button
you marked, press the REC/PAUSE button to stop recording or the STOP/ EJECT button to stop playback.
4.
Press and hold the small button while you set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch to VCR.
5. Press the REW/RE VIEW button.
The tape rewinds to the counter reading of O000M.
Notes: Press DISPLAYto display or remove the tape counter. Memory stop is turned on
whenever the tape counter appears. The camcorder stops rewinding or fast
forwarding when the counter reaches O000M. To continue rewinding or fast forwarding,
press the button again. The tape counter automatically resets to
O000Mwhenever a cassette is inserted.
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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 professional. The major features are
described on the following pages.
• Flying Erase Head • A/V (Audio and Video) Dub
• Camera Edit • Titler
• Audio Dub
CAMERA/OFF/
VCR Switch
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Camera Edit Feature
The camera edit feature allows you to position the tape when the camcorder is in record-pause. Press and hold the small
button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA.
• Press and hold REW/REVIEWto
visually search the recorded tape in reverse.
• Press and hold EFWD to visually
search forward on the recorded tape.
• Press and hold PLAYto view the recorded tape at normal speed.
When you release the button, the cam- corder returns to record-pause at that point on the tape.
RE W/RE VIEW
Button
F.FWD Button
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Flying Erase Head
A separate erase head is mounted on the spinning headwheel (hence the term "flying"). This allows you to make clean edits without the "glitches" or "rainbow noise" that might occur at the beginning or the end of recordings.
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Editing Features (continued) Audio Dub
The audio dub feature lets you record new audio (sound) on a previously recorded tape without erasing the original video (picture). The previous audio is erased and replaced with the new audio.
The audio dub feature increases your editing flexibility. You can assemble video segments first, then add narration or music.
You can add new audio by:
• Speaking into the camcorder's built-in microphone.
• Connecting an external sound system to the white AUDIO jack. Connect the camcorder to the audio source as shown on the next page.
To Audio Dub
1.
Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you
slide it to VCR.
2.
If you are recording from a source connected to the white AUDIO jack on the side of the camcorder, set the
AV OUT/IN switch to IN.
3. Insert the tape you want to audio dub and use PLAy EFWD, and/or REW/
REVIEWto locate a point on the tape that is a few seconds before the place
on the tape where you want to begin dubbing.
4. Press REC/PAUSE exactly at the place where you want to begin dubbing to place the camcorder in play-pause.
5. Press and holdAVDUB, and then press PLAY. Release both buttons at
the same time. A. DUB it appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor when
the camcorder is ready to begin audio
dubbing.
6. To begin dubbing, start the audio
source and press REC/PAUSE. iN disappears while you are dubbing.
Note: If you want to stop dubbing at a certain point on the tape, display the tape
counter and set it to O000M at the point
you want to stop dubbing. The camcorder
stops dubbing automatically when it reaches O000M.
7. Press STOP/EJECT when you are finished dubbing.
Remember: Set the AV OUT/IN switch to OUT for normal recording.
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Editing Features (continued) Audio Dub (continued)
A VDUB Button
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White
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Yellow
Video Plug
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Back of stereo VCR, Tape Deck,
Laser Disc Player, DVD Player, or CD Player
Y-Adapter (such as AH25)
Note: You need an optional audio/video cable, such as VH83, shown on page 61. If the audio source has separate left and right outputs, attach the audio plug to the one labeled
MONO. If one is not labeled MONO, you might need a Y-adapter, as shown on page 61, to
record audio from both the right and left channels.
White Audio Plug
Yellow Video Plug (No connection)
Audio/Video Cable (such as VH83)
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Editing Features (continued)
Audio and Video Dub
The audio and video dub feature lets you record new audio (sound) and video (picture) on a previously recorded tape.
The source for audio and video dub is:
The camcorder's built-in microphone and camera. An external sound and video system connected to the white AUDIO and
yellow VIDEO jacks on the side of the camcorder. Connect the camcorder to
the audio/video source as shown on the next page.
To Audio and Video Dub
1.
Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you
slide it to VCR.
2.
If you are recording from a source connected to the white AUDIO and
yellow VIDEO jack on the side of the camcorder, set the AV OUT/IN switch
A/V DUB
II
to IN.
.
3. Insert the tape you want to dub and use PLAy EFWD, and/or REW/
REVIEWto locate a point on the tape that is a few seconds before the place on the tape where you want to begin dubbing.
4. Press REC/PA USE exactly at the place where you want to begin dubbing to place the camcorder in play-pause.
5. Press and holdAVDUB, and then press PLAY. Release both buttons at
the same time A. DUB appears. Press
A VDUB and PLAY again for audio
and video dub. A/VDUB Hiwill appear in the viewfinder or LCD
monitor when the camcorder is ready to begin dubbing.
To begin dubbing, start the audio and video sources and press REC/PAUSE.
II disappears while you dub.
Note: If you want to stop dubbing at a certain point on the tape, display the tape counter and set it to O000M at the point
you want to stop dubbing. The camcorder stops dubbing automatically when it reaches O000M.
7. Press STOP/EJECTwhen you are finished dubbing.
Remember: Set the AV OUT/IN switch to OUT for normal recording.
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Editing Features (continued) Audio and Video Dubbing
A VDUB Button
Yellow _, 0'
Jack
'*-, White Audio Plug
AUDIO
OUT J
VIDEO Audio/Video Cable
OUT (such as VH83)
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Back of Yellow Video Plug
VCR or
TV Monitor
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AUDIO Plug
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LR@ Y-Adapter
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Back of
Stereo
VCR or
TV Monitor
Yellow Video Plug
Yellow ' ' Video Plug _;
White Audio Plug !
Yellow Video Plug
Audio/Video Cable (such as VH83)
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Note: You need an optional audio/video cable, such as VH83, shown on page 61. If the audio source has separate left and right outputs, attach the audio plug to the one labeled
MONO. If one is not labeled MONO, you might need a Y-adapter, as shown on page 61, to
record audio from both the right and left channels.
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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
CAMERA/OFF/
VCR Switch
TITLER
Button
(Also F.FWD Button)
EDIT-AD V Button
(Also STOP/
EJECT Button)
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Editing Features (continued) Titler (continued) To Create a Title
1. Attach a power source to the
camcorder. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while you slide it to CAMERA.
2. Press TITLER to display the titler graphics in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. A flashing cursor
appears.
3. Press EDIT-ADVto move the flashing cursor to the place where you want to begin your title.
4. Select the first character for your title by pressing the + or - button until the character you want appears in the
viewfinder or LCD monitor.
To Correct an Error
Press TITLER to display the titler
graphics in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
2.
Press EDIT-ADV to move the flashing cursor over the character you want to
correct.
See the chart below for the characters available.
5. After you have selected the first character, press EDIT-ADV to move the flashing cursor to the place where you want the next character to appear.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed the title.
7. When you are finished, press TITLER to store the title and remove the title
graphics from the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
Remember: Be sure to remove the titler graphics from the viewfinder or LCD
monitor for normal recording.
. Press the + or - button until the
correct character appears. Note: If you want to delete a character,
press + or - until the blank space appears.
Chart of Characters in Titler's Register AB C D E F GH IJ KL M N O PQ R S T U VWXYZ
01 23456789?' /,
- ; : < > ! (BLANK)
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Editing Features (continued) Titler (continued)
Record a Title on a Tape in the Camcorder
1. Attach a power source to the
camcorder. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while you slide it to CAMERA.
2. Locate the place on the tape where you want to record the title.
Note: If you record a title on a prerecorded tape, the audio and video is erased where the title is inserted. A three-
to-four second pause of blank tape appears before the existing audio and
video return. To eliminate the pauses of blank tape, use
the audio and video dub feature to add titles to prerecorded tapes. Details" are on
pages 42-43.
3. Press TITLER to display the titler graphics in the viewfinder or on the
LCD monitor.
4.
Press REC/PA USE to start recording the title.
5.
After you have recorded the title for the desired length of time, press
TITLER to remove the titler graphics.
The camcorder will now record normally. If you do not want to
continue recording, press REC/
PA USE.
Remember: Remove the titler graphics for normal recording. Note: You can also use the automatic title
recording feature to automatically record the title and date for 10 seconds when you
begin recording. Press the DATE/TIME button to display @ TITLE before starting to record.
Record a Title While Copying a Tape from the Camcorder to Another VCR
1. Attach a power source to the camcorder.
2.
Place the tape you want to copy in the camcorder and press and hold the
small button on the CAMERA/OFF/
VCR switch while you slide it to VCR.
.
Place a blank tape in the VCR, and place the VCR in record-pause.
4.
Start copying the tape from the camcorder to the VCR. Details are on
5. When you see the place on the tape you want to insert the title, press
TITLER.
6. After you have recorded the title for the desired time, press TITLER to stop recording the title.
7. Stop the camcorder and VCR when you are finished copying the tape.
Important Note: Remove the titler graphics for normal recording.
pages 54-55.
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Recording Tips
Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This improves picture quality and color reproduction.
Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steady, gradual "pan" avoids blurring and "jitter."
Use the viewfinder or LCD monitor to make sure the camcorder is level
while recording so that your scenes won't appear "tilted."
Do not bump or tap the camcorder's microphone while recording so that your scenes won't appear tilted.
Include close-ups of individuals when taping family outings or group func-
tions.
• Fading in and out of scenes makes
your videos appear more professional.
• Learn to use the special digital effects
available with your camcorder to add variety to your recordings.
Be aware of video and audio back- grounds. Background details barely
noticed while you are taping may show up as visual "clutter" on your record- ing. Background noises (especially TV sets, radios, household appliances, traffic sounds, etc.) can detract from the sound you want to record.
Avoid long "still" shots of landmarks and scenic attractions. Recordings are more interesting if they include people and details. "Local color" will give travel videos lasting appeal. Consider recording a familiar or landmark scene
from an unfamiliar vantage point.
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.
Use extra care when you use your camcorder or accessories 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.
Make sure you have any adapters that you might need before taking your
camcorder to other countries. Consult your dealer for advice.
Carry your camcorder in the carrying case when traveling. Seepage 58 to
pack your carrying 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.
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Record from a VCR or TV Monitor
To record on a tape in your camcorder from a VCR or TV monitor with audio and video output jacks, you need an optional audio/video cable, such as VH83
shown on page 61. Detailed instructions are on the next page.
A V OUT/IN Switch
Yellow I', /' [White Jack ','. ; ',Jack
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OUT (such as VH83)
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Back of Yellow Video Plug
VCR or
TV Monitor
AUDIO
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Yellow
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Audio/Video Cable (such as VH83)
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Back of
Stereo
VCR or
TV Monitor
Yellow Video Plug
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Record from a VCR or TV Monitor (continued)
Installation
1.
Attach the white plug on one end of 2. the optional audio/video cable to the AUDIO OUT jack on the VCR (or
TV monitor). 3. Note: You need an optional audio/video
cable, such as VH83, shown onpage 61. If the audio source has separate left and
right outputs, attach the audio plug to the one labeled MONO. If one is not labeled
MONO, you may need a Y-adapter, as 4. shown on page 61 to record audio from
both the right and left channels.
Attach the yellow plug on the same end to the VIDEO OUT jack on the
VCR (or TV monitor).
Attach the yellow plug on the other
end of the cable to the yellow VIDEO jack and the white plug to the white AUDIO jack on the side of the
camcorder.
Set the A V OUT/IN switch on the
camcorder to IN.
Recording Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the Camcorder
I_A. Camcorder connected directly to TV
monitor: Turn on TV and tune TV to channel you want to record.
B. Camcorder connected to VCR that is
connected to TV. Turn on VCR and
select the channel you want to record
(or place cassette you want to copy in
VCR).
Note: If you want to see what is being recorded, turn on the TV and tune it to the channel that you normally use to see the
signal from the VCR.
2. Set the AV OUT/IN switch on the camcorder to IN.
3. Attach a power source to the camcorder. Press and hold the small
button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while you slide it to CAMERA.
4. Insert a cassette into the camcorder with the safety tab intact.
5. Press REC/PAUSE to start the camcorder recording.
If you are copying a tape, start the VCR playing.
6. Press REC/PAUSE on the camcorder to stop recording when you are
finished.
Remember: Set the AV OUT/IN switch on the camcorder to OUT for normal
recording on the camcorder.
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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 on. Rotate the monitor completely around and place it against the camcorder for convenient playback. During playback, you can hear the sound from the tapes on the built-in speaker when you use the LCD monitor.
Eyepiece Focus CAMERA/
Clntr°l OFF/VCR
Viewfinder
OPEN
Button
Switch
PLAY
Button
STOP/EJECT
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Control
Volume
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Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback (continued)
To Play Back a Tape
1. Attach a power supply. Attach the adapter/charger, charged
battery, or optional car cord.
2.
Insert a tape.
• Press STOP/EJECTto open the
cassette compartment.
• Insert the cassette with the safety
tab facing up and the tape windows
facing out.
• The camcorder can only play back
tapes recorded in the SP speed.
• Press the cassette down gently until
it locks into place, and close the cassette compartment door.
3. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch
while you set it to VCR.
4. Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder
to view what you are playing back. Use the LCD Monitor
• Press the OPENbutton to open the LCD monitor. Make sure the
monitor is open at least 45 °. The
viewfinder automatically turns off.
• You can rotate the monitor around
when it is open 90 ° and place it back against the camcorder.
• Fit the shoulder extension pad to your shoulder for convenient viewing using the LCD monitor.
• To adjust the brightness of the image in the monitor, turn the
bright control.
• To adjust the speaker volume, turn
the volume control.
Note: The monitor may become warm
when left open for an extended period of time. This is normal.
Use the Viewfinder
• Make sure the monitor is closed and locked. If the monitor is open
more than 45 °, the viewfinder automatically turns off.
• Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it horizontally.
• Pull the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate the eyepiece
to a comfortable viewing position
• Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder
for your vision.
Note: You cannothear the soundfrom the internalspeakerwhen using the
viewfinder for playback.
.
Press PLAYto begin playback.
• If necessary, adjust tracking.
• During playback, use the playback features on the following pages.
.
Press STOP/EJECT when you are
finished.
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Playback Features
CAMERA/ OFF/VCR
Switch
RE W ! F.F WD RE VIE W Button
Button
STOP/ EJECT
Button
I
Tape Positioning
Press the small button on the CAMERA/
OFF/VCR switch while you set it to
VCR.
• Press and quickly release REW/ RE VIEW or EFWD to rewind or fast-
forward the tape.
• Press STOP/EJECTto stop the tape.
0000
REC/ PA USE
Button
O
Stop-Action Pause
• During playback, press REC/PAUSE to "stop the action" and view one frame of the tape.
• Press REC/PA USE again to return to normal playback.
Visual Searching
During playback, press and hold EFWD or RE W/RE VIE W if you want to search the tape visually in forward
or reverse.
• Release the button to return to normal playback.
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Playback Features (continued)
TRACKING
Buttons (Also Wand 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 one tracking button might reduce picture "jitter" (picture bouncing up and down). Some "jitter" is normal.
Remove the tape to reset the tracking to its preset center.
Note: The tracking buttons only affect tape playback. They have no effect during recording.
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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 61. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV.
AUDIO
IN
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Back of
Stereo
VCR or
TV Monitor
Installation
1.
Attach the white plug on one end of
the audio/video cable to the AUDIO
IN jack on the TV (or VCR).
Notes: If your cable does not have white and yellow plugs, be sure to attach the
same color to the audio jacks.
If your TV (or VCR) has stereo A UDIO IN jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO. If one is not labeled MONO, you
might need a Y-adapter, such as AH25,
shown on page 61 to hear both channels.
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Yellow Video Plug
2. Attach the yellow plug to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV (or VCR).
3. Attach the white plug on the other end of the audio/video cable to the
AUDIO jack (located under the small cover) on the side of the camcorder.
4. Attach the yellow plug to the yellow
VIDEO jack on the camcorder.
5. Set the A V OUT/IN switch to OUT.
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Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR
1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to
the video input channel.
B. Camcorder connected to VCR that
is already connected to TV: Turn on VCR and place it in the "line" or "camera mode". (If your VCR
does not have a "line" or "camera
mode", consult the VCR owner's manual.) Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal
coming from the VCR.
2. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you
set it to VCR.
Note: The camcorder can only play back tapes recorded in the SP speed.
3. Press PLAY.
• During playback, use the playback
features on pages 52-53.
• Turn the volume control on the monitor down all the way to
prevent picture distortion.
4. To copy what the camcorder is playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR, and press the VCR's
RECORD button.
Note: Make sure the memory-stop feature is turned off(press DISPLAY) or the
camcorder will enter play-pause when the counter reaches O000M.
.
Press STOP/EJECT when you are
finished.
Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording)
1. A.
Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV, and tune it to
the video input channel.
g.
Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turn
on VCR and place it in the "line" or "camera mode". (If your VCR
does not have a "line" or "camera
mode", consult the VCR owner's manual.) Operate the TV as you
2. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while
you set it to VCR.
Note: Turn the TV's volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by
feedback.
3. Press the REC/PAUSE button to begin recording. You can watch what the camcorder is seeing (or recording) on
the TV screen.
normally do to see the signal
coming from the VCR.
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PlaybackonTV Without Audio/VideoInputs
To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you need an optional CRF95 RF output adapterand an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90
shown on page 61. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 54-55.
Antenna
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OR OR ',
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Optional 300/75 ohm
Back of TV
OR
Transformer
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\ Channel Selector
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Installation
1. Disconnect the VHF antenna from your TV. Connect the antenna to the
IN FROMANT connector on the RF output adapter if you are going to
leave the adapter connected to the TV.
Note: If your VHF antenna is the flat twin-lead typeattached by two screws,
you need an optional 300/75 ohm transformer.
2. Attach one end of the optional coaxial RF cable to the OUT TO TV
connector on the adapter, and attach the other end to the VHF input on your TV as shown.
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Note: If your TV has 300 ohm screw terminals, you need a 75/300 ohm transformer, such as VH54, shown on
page 61.
.
Attach the RF output adapter's yellow plug to the VIDEO jack, the small plug to the RFDC OUT jack, and the white plug to the AUDIO jack located
under the small cover on the side of
the camcorder.
4. Set the AVOUT/IN switch to OUT.
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Playback Operation
1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to channel CH3
or CH4.
2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel you selected with the RF
output adapter's CH3/CH4 switch.
3. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you
set it to VCR.
4. Press PLAYon the camcorder.
5. Press STOP/EJECT on the camcorder
Viewing What the Camcorder Is Recording
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel
3. Press and hold the small button on the
3 or 4. Turn the TV's volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal
caused by feedback.
4. Press the REC/PAUSE button to begin
2. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to the same channel
you selected on the TV.
• Turn the volume control on the monitor down all the way to
prevent picture distortion.
• During playback, use the playback features described on pages 52-53.
when you are finished.
CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you set it to CAMERA.
recording. You can watch what the camcorder is seeing (or recording)
on the TV screen.
Normal TV Viewing For normal TV viewing, leave the RF
output adapter hooked up to the TV. Disconnect the adapter's plug from
the camcorder or turn the camcorder's power off.
Note to Cable TV Installer This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the
National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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Packing the Included Carrying Case
The carrying case provides extra protection for your camcorder and accessories. The
illustration below shows how to pack your case.
I I
Optional
Two Hour Battery --
One Hour Battery --
/ Camcorder
/Optional Audio/
Video Cable
Adapter/Charger
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We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your 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 of recording and watching your videos more enjoyable.
To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.
If a dealer is not nearby, all accessories are available through toll-free ordering or by using the order form on page 63.
AC202 Soft Carrying Case DCC096 DC Car Cord Adapter
This case provides protection and utility for full size camcorders and most
accessories. It is constructed of rugged
nylon fabric for years of reliable service.
Three outside pockets provide ample accessory storage with mesh-covered lens filter compartment and built-in holders for
memo pads, pens, and other accessories.
The hand grip and adjustable shoulder strap allow for convenient, comfortable
transportation of the camcorder.
This car cord adapter enables you to operate your camcorder from your car, truck, or RV by plugging the car cord directly into the vehicle's cigarette lighter
socket. The DCC096 is designed specifically to convert power from a 12-volt battery to a 9.6-volt output.
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EP096FSandEP096FLRechargeable
Batteries
These rechargeable lead-acid batteries are designed specifically for long life. The EP096FS is a 1-hour battery. The EP096FL powers your camcorder twice as long as the EP096FS (depending on how much you turn the camcorder on and off and use zoom and pause). Both can be recharged with the AC adapter/ charger that came with your camcorder.
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" when not in use. Rubber feet allow for sure footing and built-in retractable
leg spikes eliminate the need for removing the feet.
CPS014 AC Battery Charger
The CPS014 battery charger plugs directly into an AC outlet and charges the
EP096FS and EP096FL camcorder batteries. Because the CPS014 operates
on 100-240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, it can be used virtually anywhere in the world. A
plug adapter might be required in some countries.
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CRF95 RF Output Adapter
This RF output adapter is used with a coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90,
to connect your camcorder to a standard TV (one without audio/video inputs) for playback. If your antenna cable is the flat twin-lead type attached by two screws, you need a 300-to-75 ohm transformer. If your TV has 300 ohm antenna screw terminals, you need an optional 75-to-300
ohm transformer such as VH54.
VH54 Cable Transformer
This 75-to-300 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard 75-ohm antenna cable
(such as VH82 or VH90) to the 300 ohm screw terminals on a TV.
VH83 Audio/Video Cable
Coaxial RF Cables
VH82 (6-ft) VH90 (12-ft)
These RF cables are used with the RF output adapter to connect your camcorder
to a standard TV (one without audio/video input jacks) for playback. If your TV has
300 ohm antenna screw terminals, you need an optional 75-to-300 ohm transformer such as VH54. If your antenna cable is the flat twin-lead type attached by two screws, you need an optional 300-to-75 ohm transformer.
This six foot audio/video cable can be used to connect the camcorder to a TV
monitor or VCR for tape playback or copying tapes.
AH25 Y-Adapter
This Y-adapter allows you to connect your camcorder's mono audio cable to a stereo
TV or VCR.
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Remove the Lens Hood Remove the lens hood so you can attach optional accessories, such as wide-angle lens,
lens extenders, or lens filter kits. Attach an Accessory Lens
1. Attach the lens cap over the lens hood.
2.
To remove the lens cap and hood, turn them counterclockwise with the palm of your hand.
3. Turn the accessory lens clockwise into the camcorder's lens. Make sure
the lens is tightened firmly, but do not over tighten.
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Order Form for Camcorder Model CC4391
Description
Deluxe Tripod Soft Camcorder Case
Y-Adapter AC Adapter/Charger (100-240V)
RF Output Adapter Car Cord Adapter
Rechargeable Battery (Extended) Rechargeable Battery (Standard)
75-300 Cable Transformer Coaxial RF-Cable
Audio/Video Cable Coaxial RF-Cable
Replacement Bulb (4 watt) for Built-in Light
Shoulder Strap
AC Adapter/Charger (Supplied) and DC Cable
Total Merchandise ........................................................................................... $
Part No. Price
AC093 $ 59.95 AC202 $ 49.95
AH25 $ 2.95
CPS014 $219.95 CRF95 $ 69.95 DCC096 $ 49.95
EP096FL $ 79.95 EP096FS $ 69.95 VH54 $ 2.95
VH82 $ 6.95 VH83 $ 5.95
VH90 $ 7.95
221111 $ 12.95 227327 or $ 12.95
241305 $ 12.95 241044 $169.95 233328 $ 13.65
Qty.
Total
Sales Tax .......................................................................................................... $
We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state, county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent.
Shipping and Handling .................................................................................... $.__
Total Amount Enclosed ................................................................................. $
Use VISA, MasterCard, or Discover.
Money order or check must be in U.S. currency only. No COD or cash.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
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Charge your order on your VISA,MasterCard,
or Discover Card by filling in below
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• Allow 4 weeks for delivery.
• All accessories are subject to availability.
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A complete and correct order will save you days of waiting.
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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 number listed below between 8 AM and 10 PM (EST) Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM (EST) Saturday.
Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form.
1-800-338-0376
To place your order by mail, detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information, money order, or check in U.S. currency (made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.) to the following address:
Video Accessories PO Box 8419
Ronks, PA 17573
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If you're having trouble with your camcorder, you probably can correct the problem yourself. 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.
If service should be necessary, read your warranty to find out what is covered and how to get service.
No power •
Won't record or
play back
Won't play back • CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be set to VCR.
Won't record • Safety tab removed. Seepage 20.
Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to CAMERA or
VCR to turn on the camcorder.
If using battery, it may need to be recharged. If using AC adapter/charger, make sure it is plugged
into a working outlet.
• If using AC adapter/charger, make sure it is plugged into a working outlet.
• Make sure CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch is set to correct position for desired operation.
• There might not be a cassette in the camcorder.
• Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.
• The cassette tape might be broken, try another cassette.
• You might have reached the end of the cassette, try rewinding it.
• Moisture condensation might cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape. Give the camcorder 2 or 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before reinserting a cassette.
• CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be set to CAMERA.
No picture
Camcorder turns off
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• Remove lens cap.
Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to OFF and then to CAMERA or VCR to turn back on. Ifcamcorder is left
in record-pause or play-pause for several minutes, it turns off to prevent tape wear.
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Sound is too low or distorted
• Subject was too far from camcorder.
Tape stops during rewind or fast forward
or will not operate during rewind or fast
forward
Camcorder remains in play-pause mode
Poor auto-focus operation
Viewfinder displays are out of focus
Picture quality is poor during playback
• Whenever the tape counter appears, the camcorder will stop rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter reads O000Mi Press REW/REVIEW or EFWD again to
continue rewinding or fast forwarding, or press DISPLAYto remove the tape counter.
• Make sure titler graphics do not appear in viewfinder
or on LCD monitor. Press TITLER button to remove.
• Press REC/PAUSE to return to normal playback.
• Lens is smudged and image appears unfocused.
• Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted.
Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted. Seepage 25. The small BRIGHT and FOCUS controls on the side of
the viewfinder control the brightness and focus of the viewfinder. These controls have been set at the factory and should require no adjustment. If the controls ever require adjustment, carefully use a plastic screwdriver. Make the adjustments with caution to prevent damaging the miniature controls.
• Tape was recorded on a different camcorder or VCR.
If the picture contains black-and-white streaks, press one of the tracking buttons to correct it. Seepage 53.
• Camcorder only has one speed (SP). If the tape was
recorded at a different speed, it cannot be played back on this camcorder.
Picture recorded with a special fade or
digital effect (such as negative, 16X9, mosaic, or mirror)
A fade or fade wipe mode has been selected. Turn off the fade effect by pressing FADE. Seepages 36-37. A digital recording effect has been selected. Turn off the digital effects by pressing DIGITAL EFFECTS.
See pages 32-35.
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Dateand/ortimeor titlewererecorded
ontape
• Displays are recorded on tape whenever they appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. Remove
them from the viewfinder or LCD monitor when recording. Seepages 22-23.
• When @ DATE or TITLE is selected, the display is automatically recorded when you begin recording or
change the cassette. See pages 22-23.
• Title is recorded whenever it appears in the viewfinder or LCD Monitor. Press the TITLER button to remove
the title from the viewfinder or LCD monitor. See
pages 44-46.
Dateand/ortimeare incorrect
Viewfinderturnsoff andon
Camcorder does not turn on and/or function buttons will
not operate
• Date or time may need to be set. See page 22.
• Clock lithium cell battery may need recharging.
See page 23.
• LCD monitor is open at least 45°. Viewfinder automatically turns off. Monitor closed, viewfinder
turns on.
• During recording, viewfinder turns on when monitor rotated around to face the subject.
• During playback, viewfinder turns off when monitor rotated around and placed against camcorder.
Remove the power source. After one minute press the reset switch gently using a nonmetallic pointed item, such as a toothpick, until you feel a click. This
resets the camcorder to the factory settings and erases
the date, time, and custom settings. Wait for at least one minute after resetting
the camcorder to attach a power supply.
Reset Switch
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No or low sound
during monitor playback
Adjust the volume control on the side of the monitor. To hear sound during camcorder playback, use the monitor. There is no sound during viewfinder playback.
Black bars on top and bottom of
picture.
Bright, crystal- shaped spots appear in
viewfinder or on LCD monitor
Colored bright spots appear on
LCD monitor
Back of LCD monitor is hot
Rechargeable battery runs down
sooner than expected
16X9 feature selected. See page 33.
Sunlight is directly entering the lens.
Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green, or blue) may appear on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the tape and are not due to a defect in the unit.
The light that illuminates the LCD monitor gets hot. To cool it down, close the LCD monitor and turn off the camcorder.
Lead-acid batteries must be kept charged. Charge your battery before and after every use and at least every
six months. Battery run times are measured when the camcorder is
recording continuously. To check your battery; charge it completely, aim the camcorder at a clock, and record the clock. When the camcorder stops recording, play the last part of the tape and check the time on the clock. A one- hour battery should give you about 60 minutes of recording time. In practical use, a fully charged battery might not record for 60 minutes because the battery uses power when you pause the recording and uses extra power when you
zoom.
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Clean 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.
Clean 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. Improper cleaning might scratch the lens.
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Lens
Clean the Camcorder's LCD Monitor
To clean the camcorder's LCD monitor, use a clean, soft cloth to
carefully wipe the monitor. Improper cleaning may scratch the monitor.
Monitor
Cleaning the Camcorder's Viewfinder
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1. Depress tab to open small cover.
2. Gently use a cotton swab and clean the mirror inside the viewfinder.
3. Gently close cover until tab snaps in place.
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Proper Care and Storage
Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door. Dust and
grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's
recording/playback heads and cassettes.
• Always place the lens cap back on the
camcorder when it is not in use.
Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it might damage the finish.
Things to Avoid
• Do not attempt to disassemble your • camcorder. There are no user-
serviceable parts inside.
• Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a •
cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a
stable temperature before inserting a cassette. When the camcorder is
moved from cold to warm, condensation might cause the tape to
stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.
• Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects. •
• Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The resulting heat buildup might permanently damage the camcorder's internal parts.
• Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.
• The camcorder might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.
• Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22°F (-30°C) or
above 149°F (65°C).
• When the camcorder is not in use, always remove the cassette and AC adapter/charger or battery.
• Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes.
Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spray might damage the internal parts of the
camcorder. Do not operate the camcorder for
extended periods in temperatures below 40°F (4°C) or above 95°F
(35oc).
Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If any component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an
Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center.
Do not use an adapter/charger or batteries other than the ones specified for the camcorder. Use of the wrong accessories might cause damage to the
camcorder.
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General
Power requirement: 9.6VDC Power consumption:
LCD monitor on: 9 watts Viewfinder on: 7.5 watts
Weight: 4.7 lbs. (2.15kg)
Dimensions - Including Viewfinder:
4-1/4" (W) x 8-3/8" (H) x 13-1/8" (D)
108 (W) x 213 (H) x 334 (D) mm
LCD Monitor
3" diagonally measured LCD/TFT active matrix system
Camera Section
Scanning: 525 lines/60 fields/30 frames Image Sensor: 1/4" CCD Imager
Lens: F1.4
16:1 (4-64 mm) power zoom lens
Diameter: 46 mm
Video Recorder Section
Format: VHS Record/playback system:
Four video record/playback heads
One flying erase head
Video signal: EIA standard
NTSC color
Viewfinder
0.5" black-and-white electronic viewfinder
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Tripod Mount
One 1/4" x 10 threaded hole
AC Adapter/Charger
Power requirement: 120 V,
50/60 Hz.
Power consumption: 24 watts Weight: .85 lbs. (390g)
Dimensions:
6"(W) x 1.7"(H) x 2.7"(D)
152 (W) x 43 (H) x 69 (D) mm
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
Alterations or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may
invalidate the user's FCC right to operate the equipment.
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YoucanreachThomsonatthe
followingnumber:
800-283-6503
(Toll free inside U.S.A.)
Our toll-free Camcorder number
operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST
Monday - Friday
for U.S. customers only
Thomson provides a toll-free telephone number to help you with any problems you may encounter with your camcorder. Many can be diagnosed over the phone, and if necessary, repair or replacement will be
arranged. Please have your camcorder model/ serial number and date of purchase ready when you call. If your unit is out of warranty, we will quote the cost of a repair or replacement unit to you.
Returning equipment to Thomson for
If we are unable to resolve your problem over the phone, we will gladly service your unit or exchange it for a new or, at our option,
refurbished camcorder. Refer to the limited warranty on the next page to learn about your
specific rights and responsibilities.
repair or exchange
Always consult Thomson and get a Return Authorization number before returning
anything! Obtain a Return Authorization
(RA) number from the telephone representative before returning your equipment to avoid delays, accounting errors, or even loss of your unit.
Important information to customers who ship defective equipment to Thomson Consumer Electronics
The Thomson representative who authorized the return of your equipment will give you an RA number over the phone. They will also provide you with instructions on where and how to return your Camcorder. Write the number in large, clear characters on the
outside of the box. To avoid confusion and misunderstandings, shipments without an RA
number clearly visible on the outside of the box will be returned to you at your expense.
Include a brief note describing the problem and any conversations about the problem you have had with Thomson personnel.
Include your name, address and model/serial number of your Camcorder. These numbers
are located on the bottom of your unit. If your Camcorder is within the warranty period, please provide a copy of the bill of sale to verify purchase date. Use the original box and packing material to protect the equipment from damage in shipment.
For your protection, insure all shipments'for
full replacement value and use a reliable
shippe_ Thomson assumes no responsibility
for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.
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What your warranty covers:
• Any defect in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• 90 days for labor charges.
• One year for parts. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of
shipment to the rental firm, whichever
comes first. What we will do:
During the initial 90 days
• Exchange your camcorder with a new or
refurbished unit, or repair your camcorder. The option will be ours. There will be no cost to you.
After the 90 days and within one year
Exchange your camcorder with a new or refurbished unit, or repair your camcorder.
The option will be ours. Parts will be provided at no charge, but you will be
responsible for the cost of labor required for the repair.
How you get service:
Call 1-800-283-6503 and have your unit's date of purchase and model/serial number
ready. The model/serial number information is on the bottom of your
camcorder.
• A representative will troubleshoot your
problem over the phone. If the representative determines that you should
receive a replacement unit, you will be provided with a Return Authorization (RA)
number and the location of a nearby exchange point if one exists. No returns
will be accepted without the RA number.
To receive a replacement Camcorder before you return yours:
If you are located near an exchange point:
1. We will send a replacement unit to the
exchange point next business day delivery in the continental U.S.A.
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2. The exchange location will notify you of its arrival.
3. Take your unit, excluding all accessories, and your evidence of purchase date, such as
a bill of sale, to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished
unit.
4. If the repairs were covered by your warranty, you will not be billed.
If you are not located near an exchange point:
1. Provide your Discover, MasterCard, or Visa account number and expiration date to our
phone representative. This is for security purposes. If we receive your unit,
excluding all accessories, within 14 days from the date you were provided the RA
number, only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account.
IF YOUR UNIT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 14 DAYS, THE SUGGESTED
RETAIL VALUE OF THE CAMCOR- DER WILL BE CHARGED TO YOUR
CREDIT CARD. This amount will be credited if the unit is subsequently
received.
2. We will send you a replacement unit next business day delivery in the continental U.S.A.
3. You will receive an invoice packed with the replacement product, but will not be
charged for the unit portion of the invoice amount if we receive your unit within 14
days from the date you were provided the RA number. Any labor and parts charges
not covered by our warranty will be
included and charged against your account.
4. Ship the unit back to us, excluding all accessories, using the replacement unit's
carton. Shipping instructions will be
included in the carton along with your RA
number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us. Make sure you insure
your shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment:
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• Evidenceofpurchasedate,suchasa billofsale,toverifyyourunit's
warrantyeligibility.
• Abriefnotedescribingyour
camcorder'sproblem.
• Yourname,addressandphonenumber.
Returntransportation,storage,handling,and
insurancecostsareyoursoleresponsibility.
Weacceptnoliabilityincaseofdamageorloss.
To receive a replacement unit after we have received your unit:
1. Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit.
Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss.
2. Carefully pack the unit, excluding all accessories, using the original box and
packing material if possible.
3. Include with the shipment:
• Evidence of purchase date, such as a
bill of sale, to verify your unit's warranty eligibility.
• A brief note describing your camcorder
problem.
• Your name, address and phone number.
Return transportation, storage, handling, and
insurance costs are your responsibility. We
accept no liability in case of damage or loss.
4. The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier's check or money order
for payment if there are any out of warranty labor or parts charges and you
elect not to use your credit card.
5. Upon receipt of your product, a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you
next business day delivery in the continental U.S.A.
To have your Camcorder repaired by an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service
Center:
• Check with your dealer or call 1-800-336-
1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder
Service Center nearest you.
• Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center of your choice.
• Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center representative evidence of
purchase date, such as a bill of sale.
• Pick up your camcorder when repairs are complete.
What your warranty does not cover:
• Adjustment of customer controls.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used
for institutional or other commercial purposes.
• Batteries for remote control and clock.
• Cleaning of video/audio heads.
• Camcorders purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.
• Return transportation, storage and handling costs of your unit, including insurance for
loss or damage.
• Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your camcorder. It will make it easier to contact
you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
How State Law relates to warranty:
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights
that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your camcorder outside the United States:
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
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+ and- buttons 9, 44
16X9 feature 33 16X9 indicator 26, 33
A
A. DUB indicator 27, 40, 42 A!V DUB indicator 27, 42 Accessories
included 3 optional 59
order form 63
Adapter/charger
accessory 3 charging battery 15 using 4, 14
AE focus indicators 26, 29 Assistance 1, 3 Assistance, customer 73 Audio and video dub 42
AUDIO andVIDEOjacks 9, 40, 42, 54, 56 Audio dub 40
Auto head cleaner 28 AV DUB button 9, 40, 42 AV OUT/IN switch 9, 40, 42, 49
B
Battery
accessory 3
attaching and removing 16 care 18
charging 15 safety precautions 18 storage 18
using 15 BATTERY EJECT button 10, 16 Battery level indicator 17, 26, 27
BRIGHT control 10 Bright control 10, 24, 50, 51
Built-in speaker 10, 50
C
Cable TV installer note 57 Camcorder
cleaning 70 turn on 5
Camcorder's operating controls 9 Camera edit feature 39
CAMERA/OFFFVCR switch
5, 9, 12, 16, 17, 19, 22, 23, 28, 38, 39, 40, 42, 44, 45, 46, 49, 50, 51, 52, 55, 57
Car cord adapter 19 Care and maintenance
cleaning the camcorder viewfinder 70 cleaning the LCD monitor 70 cleaning the lens 70
cleaning the viewfinder 70 proper care and storage 71
things to avoid 71
Care and storage
camcorder 71 cassette 21
Carry case (included) 58 Cassette door 10
Cassette holder 21 Cassettes
insert and remove 21 video 20
Cautions 2 Charging clock battery 23
Chart of characters in titler 44 Checks, trouble 66 Cleaning the camcorder's lens 70
Cleaning the LCD monitor 70 Cleaning the viewfinder 70
Clock battery
charging 23
Color enhancement light 7, 9, 12 Contents 1
Copy tapes 55
on camcorder 49
Customer assistance and service 73
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D
Date and time
display 22, 27
recording 23
setting 22 DATE/TIME button 9, 22, 23, 27, 46 DCcable 3, 14, 15, 16, 19
DCIN9.6Vjack 10, 14, 19 Design specifications 72 Digital effects 32
DIGITAL EFFECTS button
10, 26, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36
Digital effects indicators 26, 32 Digital zooming 34
DISPLAY button
9, 17,26,27,28,30,31,32,33,34,35,38,55
Displays in LCD monitor 26 Displays in viewfinder 26
E
EDIT-ADV. button 9, 44, 45 Editing features
audio and video dub 42 audio and video dubbing 43
audio dub 40 camera edit 39 flying erase head 39
title recording 46 titler 44
Electronic indexing 30 Erase protection 20 Eyepiece 51 Eyepiece focus control 10, 25, 50, 51
F
F.FWD (fast forward) button
9, 22, 38, 39, 40, 42, 44, 52
FADE button 10, 36, 37 Fade feature 36
Fade indicators 26, 36 Fast-forwarding indicator 27
First time operation 3 Flying erase head 28 FOCUS control 10
It
Handstrap 4, 10 Head cleaning 20
I. ZOOM indicator 31 Important safety information 2
INDEX indicator 27, 30 Indicators
16X9 26, 33
A.DUB 27, 40, 42 A!V DUB 27, 42 AE focus 26, 29 battery level 17, 26 digital effects 26, 32
fade 26, 36 fast-forwarding 27
I.ZOOM 27, 31 INDEX 27, 30
MIRROR 26, 35 MOSAIC 26, 35 NEGPOS 26, 34 NO TAPE 27
pause 27 REC 7, 27 record-pause 7
rewind 27 status 27
steady pix 26, 29 TAPE 27
tape counter 27, 38 TAPE END 27
tape remaining 27, 30 ZM:2 26, 34
ZOOM 26, 27, 31
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zoom level 27, 31
Information to user 72 Insert and remove cassettes 21
INST. ZOOM button 10, 31 Instant zooming 31
O
OPENbutton 6, 10, 24, 50, 51 Operating controls 9
Optional accessories 59 Order form, accessories 63
LCD monitor 6, 10
displays 26 using to record 24
Lens 9 Lens cap 4
Lens cover 8 Lens hood 9
remove 62
Letterbox recording 33 Light
color enhancement 12 LIGHTAUTO/OFF/ON switch 7, 10, 12 Light bulb
replace 13
M
Macro focus 29 Memory-stop feature 38
MENU button 37 Microphone 9, 28, 39, 43
MIRROR indicator 26, 35 Mirror mode 35
MOSAIC indicator 26, 35 Mosaic mode 35
P
Pack included carrying case 58 PLAY button
8, 9, 39, 40, 42, 50, 51, 55, 57
Playback
First 8
Playback features
stop-action pause 52 tape counter 38 tape positioning 52 tracking 53 visual searching 52
Playback on a TV without audio/video
inputs 56
Playback on TV (or VCR) with audio/video
inputs 54 Playback speed 20 Playback using LCD monitor 50 Playback using viewfinder 50 Power your camcorder
using adapter/charger 14 using battery 15
using optional car cord adapter 19 Problem solving 66 Product registration 2
N
NEGPOS indicator 26, 34 Negative mode 34
NO TAPE indicator 27
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Q
Quick review feature 28
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R
REC indicator 7, 27 REC/PAUSE button
7, 10, 33, 34, 35, 37, 40, 42, 46, 49, 52, 55, 57
Record-pause indicator 7 Recording
16X9 33
letterbox 33
Recording from VCR (or TV) on camcorder
48
Recording speed 20 Recording tips 47 Registration 2
RESET button 9, 38 Reset switch 9
REW(rewind)/REVIEW button
8, 9, 22, 28, 38, 39, 40, 42, 44, 52
Rewinding indicator 27 RF DC OUT jack 9, 56 RF output adapter, optional 56
S
Safety information 2 Safety precautions
battery 18 Safety tab 20 Searching during playback 52 Shoulder extension pad 6, 10 Shoulder strap 3
attaching 11 Shoulder strap attachment rings 10, 11 Solving problems 66 SP speed 20, 51 Speaker 50 speaker, built-in 10 Specifications 72 Speed
recording and playback 20 Status indicators 27
STEADY PIX button 10, 26, 29 Steady pix feature 29
Steady pix indicator 26 STOP button 8, 38 Stop-action pause 52
STOP/EJECT button
5, 9, 17, 21, 22, 38, 40, 42, 44, 50, 51, 52, 55, 57
T
Table of contents 1 Tape
inserting 5
Tape copying 55
on camcorder 48, 49
Tape counter 27, 38 TAPE END indicator 27
TAPE indicator 27 Tape positioning 52
Tape remaining display 30 Tape warnings 27 Tape-remaining indicator 27 Things to avoid 71
Time and date
setting 22
Time and date display 22, 27
recording 23
Tips
recording 47 travel 47
Titler 44, 45, 46
chart of characters 44 correct an error 45 create a title 45
record on a tape in camcorder 46 record while copying a tape 46
recording 23 TITLER button 9, 44, 45, 46 Tracking 53
TRACKING buttons 10 Tracking buttons 53
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Travel tips 47 Tripod
optional 60 using 60
Trouble checks 66
U
Unpack camcorder and accessories 3
V
VIDEO andAUDIOjacks 9, 40, 42, 54, 56 Videocassettes 20
Viewfinder 6, 10, 24, 25
adjust for viewing 25 displays 26 eyepiece focus control 25 playback 50, 51 using to record 24
Visual searching 52 Volume control 10, 50, 51
W
Warnings 2 Warnings, tape 27
Z
ZM:2 indicator 26, 34 Zoom buttons 10, 31 ZOOM indicator 26, 27, 31 Zoom level indicator 27, 31 Zooming 31
digital 34
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