RCA CC4391 Owner’s Manual

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camcorder

user's guide

CC4391

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

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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

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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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Shoulder Strap

Attachment Ring

Cassette Door (Press here to

close.)

Zoom Buttons

(Wand T) Also TRACKING

Buttons

with Lens Cap

Holder

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.

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.

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.

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.

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/

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

• 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.

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

Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to

Lighter Socket

OFF to turn off the camcorder.

If the battery or DC cable is attached to the camcorder, remove it.

Insert the small plug on the car cord to the DC IN 9.6V jack located on the

back of the camcorder.

Take the vehicle's cigarette lighter out of the socket.

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.

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.

To record on the tape again, cover the hole with vinyl tape.

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.

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.

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

oooo\ 0

Attach a power supply to the camcorder.

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

12 :OOAM

"I'/ 1/1998

/i _,

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.

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

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.

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

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

Monitor can open up to 90°. Open monitor 90° before rotating it.

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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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