RCA CC543 User Manual

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1 USER’S

GUIDE

Important Information

Table

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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 to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you ever need them. The numbers are located on the back of your camcorder.

Model No: CC543

Serial No: Purchase Date: Purchased From:

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Your video camcorder’s AC adapter/charger will operate on 120 volts AC, 50160 Hz, and has a polarized plug. Because one blade of the plug is wider than the other, the plug fits in the wall socket only one way. Do not defeat the safety feature of this plug. If you need an extension cord, use a polarized extension cord.

CAUTION:

PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR

LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

CAUTION:

REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. IF YOU SPILL LIQUID ON THE CAMCORDER OR ADAPTER/CHARGER, DISCONNECT THE AC ADAPTER/CHARGER’S POWER

CORD TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FIRE OR SHOCK AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL. MOISTURE CAN DAMAGE

INTERNAL PARTS. REFER ALL SERVICE TO AUTHORIZED RCA

CAMCORDER SERVICENTER PERSONNEL ONLY.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF

EVITER

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

LES CHOCS

ELECTRIQUES,

HAZARD AND CONSULT

INTRODUIRE

SAFETY kREcAUTIONS

ELECTRICAL SAFETY. POWERLINE-OPERATED

CONNECTED TO THIS UNIT SHOULD BEAR

AND USED IN CANADA, THE

ARK OR THE C-UL MARK ON THE ACCESSORIES

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uninsulated “da

be of sufficient

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important operating and maintenance (service) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

‘DIE

HEADWHEEL OR TAPE.

An exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user

to the presence of

-mm-

Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger

Before using the AC adapter/charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) AC adapter/charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

Caution: To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries type

EP096FS, EP096FL, CB096FS CB096FL.

burst causing personal injury and damage.

Do not expose the adapter/charger to moisture of any kind.

Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull out the cord with the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.

Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock.

If an extension cord must be used, make

sure that:

1. Pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of the plug on the adapter/charger.

Other types of batteries may

2. Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition, and

3. Wire size below is met:

Minimum

AWG Size

not operate adapter/charger with a damaged cord or plug. Replace it immediately.

Do not operate adapter/charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to a qualified serviceman.

Do not disassemble adapter/charger. Take it to an Authorized RCA Camcorder repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock.

To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug adapter/charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Be sure to save these operating

instructions for future reference.

Length of Extension

Cord (Feet)

Equal to or less

Set&enter

when service or

than 100

than 150

CAUTION: FCC REGULATIONS STATE THAT ANY UNAUTHORIZED

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT MAY VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE IT.

CAUTION: THE UNAUTHORIZED RECORDING OF TELEVISION

PROGRAMS AND OTHER MATERIALS MAY INFRINGE THE RIGHTS OF OTHERS.

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IMPdI$T+NT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read and

All the operating ins+uc<

2. Retain Inst

Fqllo

safetd

and

-The safety and should be

rence.

nply with all ct and in the

oduct is zed alternating- .g having one .her). This plug outlet only one eature. If you

plug ful@,into

;

the plug. If

contact your

our obsolete

:tric

shock, do

not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an extension cord, use one

with a polarized plug.

5. Power Sources-This product should

be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For products

intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

6. Overloading-Do not overload wall

outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension

cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire

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broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.

7. Power-Cord

supply cords should be routed so that

they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or

against them, paying particular

attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

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Protection-Power-

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8. Ventilation--Slots

the products are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect them from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or

rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the product manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.

and openings in

SAFEGUARDS

9. Attachments-Do not use

attachments unless recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

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10. Water and Moisture-Do

this product near water-for

example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

not use

11. Accessories-Do not place this

product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious

injury to a child or adult as serious damage to the product. Use this product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

11A

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

well

Cautiori: Maintain

safety.‘%owerlitie

eqtiipment &

to this

Gnit

should bear the UL

li&ingkna&or

electrical

operated

atiswies

certification

mark & ihe acxxqory itself and

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help

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12. Outdoor Ante

an outside ante

SAFEGUARDS

13. Power Lines-An outside antenna

system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

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Use

14. Cleaning-Unplug this product

from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for

cleaning.

15. Object and Liquid Entry-Never

push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or “short-out” parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

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16. Lightning-For added protection

for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable

system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

SAFEGUARDS

Service

17. Servicing-Do not attempt to

service this product yourself as

opening or removing covers may

expose you to dangerous voltage or

other hazards. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

18. Conditions Requiring

Unplug this product from the wall

outlet and refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under the

following conditions.

A. When the power-supply cord or

plug is damaged.

B. If liquid has been spilled, or

objects have fallen into the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to

rain or water.

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Service-

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D. If the product does not operate

normally by following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

E. If the product has been dropped in

any way.

F. When the product exhibits a

distinct change in this indicates a need for service.

19.

Replacement Parts-When

replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20.

Safety Check-Upon completion of

any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

21.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting-The

product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

22.

Heat-The product should be

situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

performance-

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Turn on the

Insert a Casse e

l Position View

Adjust Eyep ece!~Focus Control . . ...12

C ’tmcorder

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and

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l Review the C

Video Cassette

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Camcorder Fe

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Exposure) . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Focusing Your Camcorder..

. . .

l Zooming

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Power Zoom

Instant Zoom

l Digital Zoom

l6x9Mode

Fading In and Out of Scenes..

l Time Counter with Memory Stop..

l Recording Tips

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ProEdrt

l Flying Erase Head .......................... 39

Edit

Audio Dubbing..

Audio/Video Dubbing..............

Titler.. ....................................... .44-46

Recording on Camcorder.. ..........

Buttons..

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Features

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Playback

Viewfinder Playback..

Playback

Stop-Action Pause

l Picture Search................................. 51

l Tracking .........................................

l Playback on TV (or VCR) with

Features

AUDIOIVIDEO IN Jacks.. .........

. Playback on TV without

Audio and

Video

Color Enhancement Light Attaching the Shoulder Strap Traveling and Cassette Care and Maintenance

Specifications User Information Limited Warranty Trouble Checks Index

(Alphabetical).

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Inputs..

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Tips..

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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 camcorder. These pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound

even better.

To order accessories, contact your local dealer.

Accessories are available by calling toll-free or by using the order form

on page 7.

AC028A Soft Camcorder Case

This case provides exceptional protection and utility for full size camcorders and most accessories. It is constructed of rugged, 1000 denier weight, Cordura nylon fabric for years of reliable service and good looks.

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.

VCClOOO Video Color Control Center

The VCClOOO is two accessories id one. The color control center allows you to adjust the color intensity, tint, white balance, and sharpness of tapes being dubbed. This is especially helpful when the original tape was

produced in poor lighting conditions or poor color settings.

The second feature, the character generator,

lets you create titles that can be recorded on your tapes. This lets you add a professional and/or personal touch to your home videos.

All specifications and descriptions of are subject to chdinge without notice.

accesshies

DCCO96 DC (B{ttee)

Car Cord

CPS014 AC Adaiter/Chrirger

This DC car cord enables you to operate your camcorder from

your car, truck, or

RV by plugging the car cord directly into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

EPO96FS

and E

This adapter/charger operates on

240

almost anywhere in the world to power your camcorder and recharge the

EPO96FS battery supplied with your

camcorder. It also charges the EP096FL (2 hour)

battery. A simple plug adapter may be

required in some countries.

9dFL Rechargeable Batteries

These rechargeable lead-acid batteries are specifically designed for long life. The EP096FS can power your camcorder up to one hour and the EP096FL up to

two hours (depending on how much you

use the light, zoom, and pause). Both batteries can be recharged with

the AC adapter/charger that came packed with your camcorder. First charging takes approximately two hours for the EP096FS and three hours for the EP096FL.

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volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used

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CRF95 RF

Output Adapter

This adapter is used with coaxial RF cable

(AH065G

camcorder to a standard TV (one without audio/video input jacks) for playback. If your antenna cable is the flat twin-lead type attached by two screws, you will also need a 300-75 ohm transformer such as 193983. If your TV, has 300 ohm VHS screw terminals,

you will need an optional transformer such as AH01 1.

AH066G)

to connect your

751300

ohm

Coaxial

193983 Cable Transformer

AH011 Cable Transformer

RI!

Cables

AHO65G (6-R)

AH066G

(104-t)

This 300-to-75 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard 300-ohm antenna twin-lead to a standard round

75-ohm

This standard

AH066G,

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 antenna cable is the flat twin-lead type

attached by two screws, you will also need a 300-75 ohm transformer such as 193983.

If your TV has 300 ohm VI-IS screw terminals, you will need an optional 75-300 ohm transformer such

AHOll.

connector.

75-to-300

ohm transformer is used to connect a

75-ohm

antenna cable, such as

to the 300-ohm screw terminals on a TV.

AH065G

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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Removing the

ds Hood

The lens hood

angle lens, lens To remove the counterclockwise

Attaching

Remove the lens

cal

Act

removed so you can attach optional accessories, such as

ler,

or’ lens filter kit.

lel

odd,

place your hand flat against the lens hood and turn it

not grasp the end of the lens hood.

Lens

shown above.

wide-

Turn the tightened firmly,

accessor]

clockwise into the camcorder’s lens. Make sure the lens is

‘not over tighten.

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AC093 ‘lkipod

This tripod’s fluid-effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The grooved, tubular 3-section leg design folds down to 24.2” when not in use. Rubber feet allow

for sure footing.

without

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fall&g

specifications and

over.

descriptions

&cesso&

tie subject to change

with&t

notice.

Prices are Total

Sales Tax

We are r for each the

Shipping, andling,

Total

Use VISA or check ml st be in U.S. currency only. No C

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($10 Minimum

law to collect the appropriate sales tax

state, county, and locality to which

and

Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.00

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8 weeks for delivery.

Al! accessories are subject to availability.

applicable, we will ship a superseding model.

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To order access contact your local Dealer.

If a dealer is not

earby,

you can also follow the directions below to order by

l-800-338-0376

Most times your

For more infor

rdet

ati&

International Or

will be shipped UPS within 72 hours of receipt. If ever it is not

30 days, we will notify you with an update on your order and

mail, detach and mail the completed order form with credit

order, or check in U.S. currency (made payable to Thomson

to the following address:

Video Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks, PA 17573

on these accessories (or current prices), write to the

eptford, NJ 08096-2088

in the United States and Canada. For international orders,

price quotation (not an order) to:

.teinational hojnson ConsFmer istjributor & Sp&eial Knob

Clements Bridge Rd

eptford, NJ USA 08096-2088

Customer Service

Electronics, Inc.

Products

1. Unpack the camcorder and accessories.

l Save the box and packing materials in case you ever need to store or ship your

camcorder.

l The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any of them are

missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

Shoulder Strap

Stock No. 221243

Camcorder

Model CC543

Rechargeable IO-Volt Battery

Stock No.

EPO96FS

Audio/Video Cable

Stock No. 221244

AC Adapter/Charger

Stock No. CPS019

DC Cable Stock No. 209342

or charged battery.

OUfPiJT

Jack

AdapterlCha

Attach one e d o$ the adapter/charger’s DC cable to

adapter/char

Attach the ot

l Plug the

Details are o , page 16.k

er end of the cable to the DC IN

ada3er/charger’s

er’$

DC Cable

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plug into an operating outlet.

9.6V

Jack on

Back of Camcorder

DC OUTPUT

9.6V

jack on the camcorder.

Charged Batt ry*

jack on

Match Arrows

Charged Ba

Attached to

Camcorder

Match the

Hold the batt

Details are o

The battery m st be charged before it can be used the first time.

arr

w on the battery to the arrow on the camcorder.

flush against%‘e

camcorder and slide it down.

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POWER

Switch and Indicator

(CAMERA/OFFIVC;

(Located on side

of eyepiece.)

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Electronic Viewfinder (Grasp Here to Move)

3. Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap.

4. Tbrn on the camcorder.

The position of the POWER

(CAMERA JOFFIVCR)

the camcorder whether you want to record (CAMERA), play back tapes (VCR), or turn off the power (OFF).

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l Press and hold small button on

POWER while sliding it in

CAMERA. The POWER indicator

will light when the camcorder is

turned on.

5. Insert a cassette.

l Press STOP/EJECT to open the

cassette compartment.

Insert the cassette with the safety tab

switch tells

Press the cassette down gently until it locks into place, and close the cassette compartment door.

Details are on page 23.

6. Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus control.

l Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it

horizontally.

l Pull the viewfinder out from the

camcorder and rotate the eyepiece

into a comfortable viewing position. Caution: Pulling on the eyepiece may

cause damage to the eyepiece or camcorder.

l If the image in the viewfinder is

blurry, adjust the eyepiece focus

control for your vision. Details are

on page 26.

facing up and the tape windows facing out.

Power Supply

(Adapter/Chal

or Charged Ba

Safety Tab

over it.

Cassette Door

Press Here to Close

8. Play back what you have recorded.

Press

RECIPAUSE

Press and hold the small button on

POWER

l Press REW (rewind) to rewind the

tape.

Press

the viewfinder.

Press

finished playing back the tape.

Details on viewfinder playback are on page 50.

while sliding it in

PLAY

to play back the tape in

STOP/EJECT

Handstrap

to stop recording.

VCR.

when you are

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Review the camcorder’s operating controls.

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IZEW

Button

DlSPL4 Y Button

RESET Button

DATE/TIME Button

TITLER Button

DUB Button

REW (Rewind) Button Also TITLE SEL - Button

PLAY Button Also TITLE SEL Button

F.FWD (Fast Forward) Button Also TITLE SEL + Button

STOP/EJECT Button

Also EDIT-ADV Button

FOCUS

AUTOMA

Lens

Hood

FADk

DIGITAL ZOOM

L&T AUTOIOFFION

Switch

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f&T.

(Instant) ZOOM

Button

Eyepiece Focus Control (Located on Side of

Eyepiece)

$dio/Video)

VIDEO, AUDIO, and RF DC OUT

Jacks (Located Behind Small Cover)

Review

BATTERY-

Eject Lever

thc/

ca@corder’s operating controls.

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Shoulder Strap Attachment

Ring

Power Zoom Buttons (Wand lJ also

TRACRZNG

DC IN

9.6V

Jack

Gx.se&e Door

Lens Cap Holder

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Caution: Do not attempt to use

a+ower

converter” to

Use

your*AC adapter/charger

on a power source other than 120 volts, 50/60 Hz, or the adapter/charger and

camcorder may be da&aged. If you wish to operate the

power source other than 120 volts, converter.

Do not use %olid-state” or “switching-type” power converters. They

will damage your AC adapter/charger.

5OKO

Hz, use only a transformer-type power

An’optional CPSOl4 shown on page 3 is

designed for use on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz.

adapter/charger on a

“’

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Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder

Plug in AC Outlet

Adapter/Charger --

Indicator

DC/

OUTPUT

- _

AdapterlChargel

n\r r-..%.,a

‘DC

9.6V

Jack

1. Connect one end of the adapter/

charger’s cable to the adapter/

charger’s DC OUTPUT jack and the other end to the the back of the camcorder.

2. Plug the adapter/charger into the nearest AC outlet

3. The POWER indicator on the adapter/charger will light when it is properly connected.

Notes: The adapter/charger cannot charge the battery and operate the camcorder at the same time. If you connect both, the adapter/charger will power the camcorder.

Remove the adapter/charger’s cable from

the

DC OUTPUT

battery.

DC IN

9.6V jack on

(12OV, 50/60

jack to charge the

Hz).

To Remove the Adapter/Charger

1. Remove the adapter/charger’s plug

2. Remove the adapter/charger’s DC

When using the adapter/charger to power the camcorder, the battery level indicator may display for battery operation and has no meaning when using the adapter/charger to power the camcorder.

from the AC outlet.

cable from the DC

i-~

. This indicator is used

IN 9.6Vjack

on the

camcorder.

Using the

te+

to Power Your Camcorder

Hold Battery Flush and Slide Down

Rechargeable Battery

Align Arrows

Plug in AC Outlet (120 v,

so/60 Hz)

Caution:

battery is

3. The CHARGE indicator will light

while the battery is being charged. When the indicator turns off, the battery is fully charged.

4. Remove the battery from the adapter/charger by sliding the battery up and off.

5. Attach the charged battery to the camcorder us

shown on the next page.

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at%

Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued)

POWER Switch

and Indicator

BATTERY

Hold Battery Flush and Slide Down

kligu

Arrows

Attach Charged Battery

1. Align reference arrow on battery with arrow on camcorder. Hold battery flush against camcorder while sliding

it down in the direction of the arrow as shown.

2. Press and hold small button on

POWER while placing it in CAMERA. POWER indicator will light if battery

is properly attached.

Remove the Battery

Slide POWER to OFF. POWER

indicator will turn off.

2. Press and hold BATTERY eject while sliding battery up and off the camcorder.

ATTENTION: THE PRODUCT THAT YOU HAVE PURCHASED

USES A RECHARGEABLE 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.

BATTERY.

AT THE END OF ITS

ttery to Power Your Camcorder

Do not opera, e the battery at temperatures above

belQw 1PQF (-10QC)

95QF (!35*C).

The battery may be

(conhuwd)

damaged if operated at temperatures

above

122QF (50QC).

Operation time will decrease at extremely low temperatures.

After repeated chargings and use, the operation time will gradually decrease. When operation time becomes too short to be useful, it is time to replace the battery.

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ths’or you may not be

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l A battery stored for a long period may

not supply power for the specified time. Additional rechargings may help

restore the battery’s operation time.

’”

:%, I _

Allow battery to

.~ysay~y*

*-‘

cool down before

:.: _*B-

attaching it to adapter/charger. The

CHARGE

the battery will not charge if you attach

indicator will not light and

(continued on next page)

Check Battery Power (Battery Level Indicators)

Battery Level Indicator

Display in Viewfinder

The battery level indicator ( M ) appears in the camcorder’s viewfinder when

POWER

is in

CAMERA

to show

how much battery power is left in the

rechargeable battery.

This indicator is not recorded on the tape.

l When the battery is fully charged,

the display shows w ,

l After a while, only

When the battery reaches the empty level, Recharge the battery or attach the adapter/charger before continuing to use the camcorder.

Note: The

meaning when you power the camcorder with the adapter/charger or optional car cord.

appears.

CII

will start flashing.

battery level indicator has no

Using the

To power your c

need the optiona

The DCC096 ca

the 9.6-volt inpu

12-voli: +&a$yl war&g! lyoi

It has positive

, j_

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Cig

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od:al

Thomson Car Cord Adapter

ncr$rder :ar

:cord

:orh

is especially designed to convert power from a 12-volt battery to

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..--““.

-1,”

.“.

from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV, you

adapter DCC096 shown on

page 3.

ack on the camcorder.

ette Lighter Socket

Optional Car

Adapter (DC

1. Remove the a cable

or batte

either is

Connect the

attac!

to the DC IN back of the

Insert the

othc

the vehicle’s

4. Place the cam in

CAMERA.

connected

prc

indicator will

p&/charger’s DC

fr{m the camcorder, if

311

plug on the car cord

SV”ack

located on the

co der.

entof the car cord into

;ar tte

lighter socket.

brdkr’s

POWER

’

thk car cord is

xl;,

the POWER

gh(.

,s.witch

9.6V Jack

Notes:

The vehicle does not have to be turned on for the camcorder to operate from the DC car cord.

When using the car cord to power the camcorder, the

battery

level indicator may display a . This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the car cord to power the camcorder.

We recommend that our cassettes be used with your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapes or tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads, resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback. Because there is no control over the type of tape purchased or rented by consumers, head cleaning is 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 non-abrasive head-cleaning tape. Be sure to follow the directions with the

cleaning kit carefully. Improper use of a head cleaner may damage your camcorder.

head-

Erase Protection

YOU

can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording,

just record over it.

To prevent accidental erasure, break the tab.

-Safety Tab

,.:.. .=:

. j

___.” _^ _. “..._. L”:

To record again, cover the hole with vinyl tape.

. . . .

“_... .._”

. . . .

“.,-.

-.*:

Recording Times

The camcorder records and plays back in VHS standard speed (SP). The chart shows the maximum SP recording times for popular VHS cassettes.

“,

Caution:

Insert cassette with safety tab facing

3. Insert or remove the cassette from the cassette compartment.

Gently

close the cassette door with

Keep cassettes away from strong

magnetic fields, such as electric motors

and other devices.

Do not use a’cassette if it has been damaged or exposed to moisture. The tape may jam or damage the camcorder.

l When you are finished recording, break

off the safety tab on the cassette to

prevent accidental erasure.

l Do not leave your camcorder or

cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period. Excessive heat or cold may damage them.

POWER Switch

in CAMERA

Quick Review

Press REVIEW when POWER CAMERA

pause to review the last few seconds of a recording.

The camcorder will play back the last few seconds of the recording, return the tape to its previous position, and return to

record pause.

Note:

feature.

Tape Positioning

When camcorder is in the stop mode, you can quickly fast-forward or rewind the tape.

l Press

forward the tape. Press to stop fast-forwarding.

l Press REW (rewind) to rewind the tape

to the beginning. Press

to stop rewinding.

and the camcorder is in record

Noise bars may appear during this

POWER

F.FWD

is in

VCR

(fast forward) to fast

is in

and the

STOPIETECT

STOPIEJECT

Microphone

The microphone picks up sound during a recording. It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed.

Program AE (Auto Exposure)

Program auto exposure automatically

selects the shutter speed and adjusts the

iris according to the shutter speed.

The AE indicator for the shutter speed

selected

(l/60, l/100, l/120, 11180, 11250, 11350, lfSO0, 11750, IlIOOO, l/1500, l/2000,

appears in the viewfinder.

l/4000

second)

Viewfinder Display

Electronic Inde

rding (after the camcorder has been turned off for at least

will automatically record an index mark at the beginning of

tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing feature

the invisible marks can be located automatically.

manual for index playback instructions.

INDEX

INDEX will viewfinder to let

camcorder is

appc

ret

Time Remaini

The time remain

tape in the

“

_-----

approximtitely tc

start camcorder

came

playidg

”

or I

calcl

bdefly

know the

;

d/splay

ierj

zkrtih&;b.;

or, mg a tape while the

A-

.es Jhe

Viewfinder Display

in the

an index mark.

shows the amount of recording or playback time left on the

Viewfinder Display

time remaining.

first

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 at least four hours).

ImlI

Once time remaining has been calculated, it will automatically be updated and readily available as long as the same tape remains in the camcorder.

The camcorder’s electronic viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. The viewfinder also can be used for viewing the tape during playback.

When carrying or storing the camcorder, return the viewfinder to the original position to prevent possible damage.

Viewfinder in operating position

1. Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it

2. Pull the viewfinder out from the

horizontally.

Focus Control

The eyepiece focus control lets you set

the focus of the viewfinder for your personal vision. If you wear eyeglasses, you probably can operate the camcorder without them.

Set the correct focus by focusing on one of the viewfinder’s displays (such as the counter). 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.

camcorder and adjust the eyepiece for convenient viewing.

Eyepiece

BRIGHT-

FOCUS---

Tilt Adjustu

For

convenien

;

and

FOCUS

ieying,

you can rotate the eyepiece about 225Q degrees.

to 225’

Controls

BRIGHT and FOCUS Controls

The small controls are set at the factory and should

require no adjustment. If they ever require adjustment, use a plastic screwdriver. Make the adjustments with

caution to prevent damaging the miniature controls.

BRIGHT

and

FOCUS

Cleaning the

1. Depress tab to open small cover.

2. Gently use a cotton swab and clean the mirror inside viewfinder.

3. Gently close cover until tab snaps in place.

AE Shutter Speed

FADE

Zoom and

status

16X9

FOCUS

- AE:60

--Y

AIV

DUB

Time Counter

Time Remaining

Battery Level

INDEX Display

TApE

and TAPE END Time and Date

TAPE,

Viewfinder Displays

1AE (Auto Exposure) Shutter Speed

The shutter speed selected by the camcorder appears here. It is not recorded on the tape.

2 Fade

Press FADE to select white, wipe, or zoom fade. It is not recorded on the tape.

appears for white fade.

appears for wipe fade.

appears for zoom fade.

Details are on page 37.

3 Zoom and

16X9

Press DIGITAL ZOOM to select a digital zoom mode. The mode selected appears. It is not recorded on the tape.

l Select

ZM:2

to activate the

extended zoom mode -wide angle to 100X.

l Select

16X9

to make a recording that will be played back on a 16 x 9 wide screen TV.

ZOOM appears when you press power zoom button T and zoom in the telephoto direction more than 12 times.

I.ZOOM appears when you press

INST. ZOOM to enlarge the picture

1.5 times.

l The zoom level indicator appears

when you press power zoom button Tor W.

Details are on pages 34-36.

4 status

The following displays appear in these area. They are not recorded on the tape.

l AIV DUB for audio/video dubbing. l A. DUB for audio dubbing. l REC for recording.

during fast forward.

during rewind.

l II during record pause.

FOCUS

Press both

FOCUS

buttons together

to turn auto focus on or off.

No indicator appears during auto

focus.

l FOCUS appears when manual

focus is turned on. It is not

recorded on the tape.

Details are on pages 32-33.

6 Time Counter

MemoryStop

with

The time counter shows the actual

amount of elapsed recording or playback time. It is not recorded on the tape.

(continued on next page)

---.

Press

stop on or

l Details

Time

This display recording or

remaining recorded on

page 25.

8 Battery

This indicate

time left for It is not reco

Details are

9 INDEX

INDEX

camcorder tape. It is no

Details are

10 TAPE,

TAPE

record and removed.

TAPE

is inserted. replace it v

Pow

DISI

are

Rema,

Lev

appe

flasl

”

FAbE

1Ytotummemory

. .

pbge 38.

ing’( mm

,ow&

the amount of

ayback time

tape. It is not

tape. Details are on

rechargeable battery.

the tape.

pabe 20.

briefly when the

,matically indexes the

(

PE: and

;

when a damage2 tape

bmove

TAPE END

the tape and

h a /new one.

DATElTlME

&ST.

V (Audio/Video) DUB

UTOlhfAN)

GITAL ZOOM

ZOOM

TAPE

flashes when a tape is inserted in the camcorder and moisture is present. Moisture may develop when the camcorder is moved from a cold area to a warm area. Remove the tape and wait an hour before reinserting.

NO TAPE

flashes when you try to

record and there is no cassette in

the camcorder.

TAPE END

flashes when you have approximately three minutes recording time left on the cassette.

TAPE END

briefly appears when

you reach the end of the cassette

during recording.

These displays are not recorded when they appear.

11 Time and Date Display

Press

DATE/TIME

repeatedly to display time and date, date only, or no date display when the camcorder is in record pause.

These displays are recorded when they ‘appear.

Details are on pages 30-31.

AUTO

date,

Set the Time and Date

DATE/TIME

POWER

REW (Rewind)

F.FWD (Fast Forward)

S,TOPIEJECT

1. Attach a power supply (battery or adapter/charger) to the camcorder.

2. Press and hold the small button on

POWER and place in

3. Press DATE/TIME to display the date

and time in the viewfinder. A flashing cursor lets you know which part of the display you are setting.

Note:

press and hold

STOPIEJECT.

4. Repeatedly press correct month appears. Press and hold the button to advance the digits faster.

CAMERA.

If flashing cursor does not appear,

DATE/TIME

,~2~OOAH ,l,( l/94

and then press

F.FWD

REW

until

5. When the correct digit is displayed, press

STOP/EJECT.

move to the next part of the display.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the correct month, day, year, hour, minute(s), and

AMIPM.

7. After setting

DATEITIME

cursor and start the internal clock.

To Correct the Date or Time

correct the date or time, press and

hold

DATE/TIME

STOP/EJECT. The display will appear in

the viewfinder along with the flashing

cursor. Use F.FWD and REW to correct

the time or date. Press remove the flashing cursor and start the clock.

to remove the flashing

The cursor will

PM,

press

and then press

DATE/TIME

(continued on next page)

Recording

The time and date

displays appears i The camcorder

ten seconds when

Repeatedly

Press

TIME

Date

DATEI

an) Time (or Date) on Your Tape

or $ate only) can be recorded on your tape. Whenever one of the

the! viewfinder, it will be recorded. an /auto-date feature that will record the date only for approximately

ou begin recording.

12:OOAM

l/1/94

Date and Time

Auto Date - Date

Automatically

for Ten Seconds at

Beginning of Recording

Recorded

Charging the

The camcotder h

This battery

1. Attach a charger or cha camcorder.

2. Make sure

Leave the pov

least 24 hours

pow<

No Display

(

n4order’s Built-in Clock Battery

bbilt-in

rechargeable clock battery.

subply attached at

Do not attempt to

Take* t@e~camc&&r,t&a~&&&?&l~

Servicenter.

Date Only

,replwe -this

battery.

-’

Power Zoom Buttons

“TV and “W”

FOCUS

AUThWUV

Buttons

Auto Focus

The camcorder will focus automatically whenever FOCUS does not appear in

the viewfinder.

! I The camcorder will autoniatically focus

l If FOCUS appears, press both

FOCUS

AUTO/kGW buttons at the

same time to turn on auto focus.

on the subject in the center of the viewfinder.

Auto focus will operate on the telephoto

7”

side from approximately 3.6 feet to

infinity.

Auto focus will operate on the angle

“up’

side 1.2 inches from the lens

wide-

surface to infinity.

Manual Focus

Under certain

1. Press both

condi ion&

FOCL’S AUTO/MAN

such as those listed, you may need to focus manually.

buttons at the sat-le time to turn on manual focus. viewfinder.

FOCl!B

FOCJS

appears in the

Press zoom button T to zoom in on

your subject.

To maintain proper focus throughout the zoom range, zoom in on your subject before adjusting the focus.

3. Press and hold either FOCUS

AUTOIMAN button until the subject is

clearly focused.

4. When you are finished, press both

FOCUS

AUTOIUQN buttons at the

same time to turn on auto focus.

FOCUS disappears from the

viewfinder.

A subject not in the center of the

Subjects with shiny surfaces or sharp

l Recording in low-light situations.

Recording through a window.

camcorder lens.

1. Make sure FOC

2. Press and hold z the lens is

3. Position the subje

viewfinder.

lose

as 1.2 inches from the

Notes: Zooming is not possible when using macro focus. To change the size of the subject, move the eameorder’s lens closer or farther away from it.

For best results, increase illumination when recording using macro focus.

Power Zoom Buttons

T = Telephoto

W = Wide Angle

Using Power Zoom Buttons

DIGITAL ZOOM

Zoom

Level Control

To zoom in or out slowly, press the zoom button lightly. To zoom in or out

quickly, press the zoom button

l Press

“F

to move the lens in the

firmly.

The zoom level indicator will appear briefly in the viewfinder.

When the zoom ratio goes above 12 times, ZOOM appears in the viewfinder.

“telephoto” (close-up) direction.

l Press

“W’

to move the lens in the

“wide-angle” direction.

(continued on next page)

Using

INST.

(Instint)

Instant

Indica :or -A[

Zobm

ZOOM

I.ZOOM

l Press INST. ZOOM again to turn off

instant zoom.

PIGITK

ooh

mode is wide

ZOOM to

2. Press power zoom button “W” or

“T”

to control the digital zoom ratio.

Notes:

ZOOM

appears in the viewfinder for zoom levels above 12X. It will not be recorded on the tape.

As the zoom level increases in the ZM:2 mode, the picture will gradually become less sharp. Extremely high zoom levels are used mainly for special effects.

The new 16 x 9 TV format provides a 30% wider picture than conventional TVs of the same height. The 16 x 9 recording mode lets

YOU

make recordings compatible with

this new format. When the 16 x 9 mode is activated, the camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the picture to produce the wide-screen effect. This is known

as “letter box” recording. When played back on a standard size TV, black bars appear in the picture.

Do not use this recording mode unless you have a 16 x 9 TV.

New 16 x 9 TV Screen

Standard Shape TV Screen

Recording Using 16X9

To Record in 16 x 9 Format

1. Repeatedly press DIGITAL ZOOM to select

16X9.

The following display

will appear in the viewfinder.

2. To turn off the press the DIGIT’ ZOOM button to return to the normal mode. No display

Normal Recording

16X9

mode, repeatedly

will appear in the viewfinder.

26X9

Indicator

16X9

f-----l

You can add a pr

feshional

touch to your recordings when you fade in and out of

scenes. Both theIPicture and sound will gradually appear or disappear. The speed of the fade is contra1led by the camcorder.

Select the

You can select white, wipe, or zoom fade.

Select white in and out screen. the viewfinder.

Select wipe

in and out screen. El the viewfinder.

Select zoom f de to fade

in and out wh’le zooming.

the viewfinder .

Fade In

1. Place the cam

Typ$

of Fade

fr.de

to fade

frorl

a White

hi4 a?pe+rs

falde

to fade

frorl

a black

arpeap

IQJ

appears in

rder in record pause. 1. During recording, repeatedly press

of’the blank screen.

hiLIE

to select fade

‘FADE

Repeatedly Press

FADE

IY’l-E

White Fade

Wipe Fade

No Fade

Fade Out

FADE

to select the fade mode.

Note:

The last fade mode used will

the first time you press

Press

RECIPAUSE

The picture and sound will gradually disappear.

Zoom Fade

appear

FADE.

to stop recording.

DISPL.4

RESET

POWER

REW

” “..,r,

Hour vinutes fjeconds

-tYk-z$::;y

u-I.II*

Time Counter Display

in Viewfinder

Level

Indicator

Using the Time Counter

The time counter is automatically displayed in the viewfinder and shows actual time elapsed when recording or playing back a tape. It helps segments. For example, to locate the end of a 30-minute recording.

1. Press RESET to set counter to

“0:OO:OO”

at beginning of segment. until time counter reads

Memory Stop

The time counter’s memory stop helps you locate a certain point on the tape. memory stop is turned on, the tape will stop automatically during fast forward or rewind when the time counter reaches

Using Memory Stop:

1. Press DISPLAY to turn memory stop

on.

“IV

appears after time counter

I when memory stop is turned on. I

2. Locate the place on the tape you want to return to and press RESET to reset time counter to

“0:OO:OOw.

3. Continue to record or play the tape. When you want to return to the place you marked, press RECJPAUSE to stop recording, or press

STOPIEJECT

to stop playback.

4. Make sure POWER is in VCR. Then press REW (rewind). The tape will

rewind until it reaches the time

counter reading of

“0:OO:OOicf’.

~~~~~~.~~~~~~:~~~~

^.^.. _-

you

2. Press F.FWD to fast-forward the tape

..l” -,-,, __-“_” -.. _ --.

wewh

“O:OO:OOA4”.

Notes:,

Press

feature on or off. Whenever memory stop is turned on, the

camcorder will stop rewinding or fast forwarding when the counter reaches

“0:OO:OO~‘. To continue rewinding or fast

forwarding the tape, press

F.FWD

(fast forward) again.

The time counter is automatically reset to

“0:OO:OO”

If you rewind a tape farther back than a counter reading of appear in front of the time counter.

whenever a cassette is inserted.

-.-.-_l- ^.I- ---__ xx^---II

locate the end of recorded

“0:30:00”.

em-a, .‘^‘,

,,__--. “_ I

When

DISPLAY

to turn memory-stop

REW

(rewind) or

“0:0&O@‘,

a minus will

ProEdit@ Sys em

l Flying Erase Head l Edit Search l Audio Dub

(Audio and Video) Dub

l Titler

The camcorder

IincOrporates

a complete package of advanced editing features to make it easy and fun to edit your home videos like a professional. The major ProEdit@DSystem features

Flying

Erase1 Hlad *m-w

are described here and on the followingpages.

_---

A separate erase head is mounted on the spinning headwheel (hence the term “flying”). The flying erase head allows you to make clean edits without “glitches” or “rainbow noise”.

The edit-search feature allows you to edit as you

make your recording by using

PLAY

to precisely position the tape while the

F.FWD, REW,

camcorder is in record pause.

Press and hold

REW

(rewind) to visually search

the recorded tape in reverse.

Press and hold

F.FWD

(fast forward) to visually

search forward on the recorded tape.

Press and hold

‘*%rormal

speed.

PLAY

to view the recorded tape at

When you release the button, the camcorder will

return to record pause at that point on the tape.

Note: Noise bars may appear during search operation.

and

Audio Dubbing

Back of Mono VCR or Tape Deck

A V DUB

Button

OUT/IN

Switch

White Audio Plue ,

,.ei

Yellow Video Plug (No connection)

1..Y

Video P

(no connectioni

-OR-

Yellow ideo Plug

m&ion)

White Audio Plug

Laser Di Player

or CD

Player

Yellow Video Plug (No connection)

Note: 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 shown on page 4, to record audio from both the left and right channels.

Audio/Video Cable

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. Video segments can first be assembled and then a single narration or music background can be added.

The new audio can be added two different ways.

l You can speak into the camcorder’s built-in

microphone.

l You

can

connect an external sound system to the

white AUDIO jack on the camcorder.

To Audio Dub

1. Press and hold; the small button on

6. To begin dubbing, start the audio source and press

II will disappear from the viewfinder

RECIPAUSE.

while you are dubbing.

7. Press

STOPIEJECT

when you are

finished dubbing.

Notes:

If you want to stop dubbing at a certain point on the tape, turn on memory stop, and set time counter to

“O:OO:OOM”

at the point where you want the dubbing to stop. The camcorder will stop dubbing automatically when it reaches “0:OO:OOM’.

Remember, if you have dubbed from an

external source - put the

AV OUT/IN

switch

in OUT to record from the camcorder.

Audio and Video Dubbing

F-==-

Back of VCR or TV Monitor

Yellow Video Plug

AV DUB Button

White Audio Plug

Audio/Video

Cable

-OR-

OUTIIN

Yellow Video Plug

Switch

Yellow

Jack

Audio Plug :.

White Jack

Back of

stereo VCR or TV Monitor

--..

--__

*-m_

--.

Yellow

hdeo

Plug

Dubbing (continued)

‘Ihe

audio and video dubbing feature lets you record new audio (sound) and video (picture) on a previously

rec0rde.d

The source for the dubbing is the camcorder’s microphone and camera or a source connected to the

AUDIOIVIDEO jacks on the side of the camcorder.

To record from the camcorder’s microphone and camera, no special connections are required.

To record from an external video source (VCR, laser

disc player, etc.), use the audio/video cable that came

packed with the camcorder.

and REW to locate

tape in the camcorder.

Note:

If you

connected

sure to start it playing.

are dubbing from a source

theAVOU77IN

A/V DUB

jacks, be

time.

AIVDUB

iewfinder when the

y to begin audio and

7. To begin dubbing, press

II will disappear from the viewfinder

RECIPAUSE.

while you are dubbing.

Press STOP/EJECT when you are

finished dubbing.

Notes:

If you want to stop dubbing at a certain point on the tape, turn on memory stop and set the time counter to “0:00:00M” at the point where you want the dubbing to stop. The camcorder will stop dubbing automatically when it reaches

Remember, if you have dubbed from an external source - put the A V OUTIIN switch in OUT to record from the camcorder.

“0:OO:OOM”.

Titler

= = = = = ==

-- --

-se’ r E

- =

-- =- =

E&T

The camcorder’s built-in titler can store two different

titles in memory. Either title can be displayed and

recorded at any time.

The built-in character register contains over 45

different characters for creating your titles. Each title can contain up to 32 characters on two lines.

TITLE SEL (Also

PI”4

)

TITLESEL+ (AlsoFJWD)

EDlT-ADV

(tu” STOPIEJECT)

POWER in

TITLER

CAMERA

TITLE SEL (Also

REW)

(continued on next page)

..-

1. Attach a pow& source to the

ill $vitch between the two

3. Press EDIT-4V the flashing c

want to begin

(advance) to move

rsoi

to the place you

outi

title.

See the “Chart Register” below for the characters

available.

5. After you have selected the first character, press

the flashing cursor where you want your next character to appear.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed the title.

7. Press TITLE SEL if you wish to create another title on the other title page.

8. When you are finished, press TITLER to store the title and remove the title

display from the viewfinder.

Important Note:

titler graphics from the viewfinder for normal recording.

3. Press TITLE SEL + or TITLE SEL until the correct character appears.

Notes:

replace each character with a blank space. If you want to delete a character, press

TITLE

SEL + or TITLE SEL -until the

blank space appears.

Characters in Titler ‘s

EDIT-ALlV to move

Remember to remove the

ee”““““*-*, ,” ‘:“” IS-~,,,~“?rur% ‘

If you want to delete a title,

1 “~~,_

,.I ‘i

‘-2, ‘ZLj

ak of Chiwatiters

,.*,

Titler%

ABC'DEFGHIJKLMNOPQRS

TUV'WFY

f I-

:<>I

Z.O..;;

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 (BLANK)

Recording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder

To record a title on a tape in the camcorder, follow the steps below.

Note:

you

1. Attach a power source to the camcorder, slide POWER to

CAMERA.

2. Locate the place on the tape where

you want to record the title.

Notes:

If you record a title on a pre-

recorded tape, the audio and video will be erased where the title is inserted. There will also be a three-to-four second pause of blank tape before the existing audio and video

return.

Audio and video dubbing titles onto existing tapes will eliminate the pauses of blank tape.

Details are on pages 42-43.

3. Press TITLER to display the titler

Important Note:

titler graphics from the viewfinder for normal

recording.

page, press viewfinder.

Press the title.

After you have recorded the title for the desired length of time, press TITLER to remove titler graphics from the viewfinder. The camcorder will now record as normal. If you do not want to continue recording, press

RECIPAUSE.

want to record the other title

SEL

to display it in the

RECIPAUSE

to start recording

Remember to remove the

graphics in the viewfinder.

Recording Titles While Copying a Tape from Camcorder to Another VCR

This method of adding titles lets you keep the original tape as it is, and add titles to the copy you are making on another VCR. Connect your camcorder to a VCR QS shown

on pages 52-53.

1. Attach a power source to the camcorder.

2. Place the tape you want to copy in the camcorder and place POWER in VCR.

3. Press TITLER to display the title you want to record. If you want to record the other title page, press TITLE SEL. The camcorder will recall the last title page displayed the next time you press

TITLER.

4. Press TITLER to remove titler

graphics from the viewfinder.

5. Place a blank tape in the VCR, and

place the VCR in record pause.

6, Start copying the tape from the

camcorder to the VCR.

Details

for

copying a tape are on pages 52-53.

7. When you see the place on the tape you want to insert the title, press

TITLER.

Note:

Make sure counter memory is

turned off. Press

DISPLAY

to turn it off.

8. After you have recorded the title for the desired time, press

TITLER

to stop

recording the title.

9. Stop the camcorder and VCR when you are finished copying the tape.

Important

Note: Remember to remove the

titler graphics from the viewfinder for normal

playback.

Make a

contents to store’in a safe place in case of

Practice

recordin4of

recordi

h&ever

iour

home and

you see a scene

Zoom in on the

Be aware of video and audio backgrounds. Background details barely noticed while you are taping may show up as visual “clutter” on your recording. 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. videos lasting appeal. Consider recording a familiar or landmark scene from an unfamiliar vantage point for added

interest. Remember to check the lighting before starting to record.

Try to avoid taping backlit subjects

indoors. Bright light behind your subject may cause the subject to appear too dark.

Include close-up shots of individuals when taping family outings or group

functions.

“Local color” will give travel

reproduction.

scenes are well-lit to

For a different perspective, try kneeling

down (or laying) on the floor when

recording children or pets.

To record on a tape in your camcorder from a VCR or TV monitor with

and VIDEO

OUT jacks, you will need the supplied audio/video cable.

OUT/IN

White Audio Plug

Switch

AUDIO OUT

Yrllnw Video Plun

VCR or

TV Monitor

‘GE”

69. ___-

-t Back of

SteRO

VCR or

TV Monitor

_ ___-.

I-..

.-__ - _-

--._

--..

-OR-

White Audio Plug

White Audio Plue

Yellow Video Plug

\ ;

AUUIO, Y rue0

Cable

;

Installation

eo cable to the AUDIO

Attach the yellow plug on the same

end to the VIDEO OUT jack on the

VCR (or TV monitor).

3 Attach the yellow plug on the other

end of the audio/video cable to the yellow VIDEO jack and the white plug to the white AUDIO jack on the side of the camcorder.

Place the AV

OUT/IN

switch to IN.

Recording Opbration and How to Copy Tapes on the Camcorder

1. A.

Camcord

Turn

on the TV and

channel you want to

te you want to copy

qnt

to see what is being

the TV and tune it to

at you normally use to

2. Press and hold the small button on the camcorder’s POWER switch while

sliding it to CAMERA.

3. Insert a cassette in the camcorder with

the safety tab intact.

4. Press RECIPAUSE to start the camcorder recording.

Note: If you are copying a tape, start the VCR playing the tape.

5. Press RECIPAUSE on the camcorder when you are finished.

Note: Make sure counter memory is turned off. Press to turn it off.

.Y . .

XX~ltio&

‘at&.

The

unautI%ized

other materials may infringe the rights of

recording of

teIevision.programs

other-q.

POWER in VCR

REW (Rewind)

PLAY

F.FWD (Fast Forward)

Viewfinder Playback

1. Attach a power supply to the camcorder.

.2.

Press and hold the small

POWER while sliding it b VCR.)

3. Press

STOPlElECT

cassette you want to play back.

Note: The

tapes

camcorder can only play back

recorded at SP speed.

and

b&G ok,,,

in&ii’The

4. Press PLAY to begin playback. Adjust

TRACkIlNG

if necessary.

5. Press STOP/EJECT when you are finished.

Picture Search

During playback you can visually search the tape at a higher speed in forward or reverse.

Press and hold F.FWD to search the

Press and hold

lI Release the button to return to normal

REW to search the tape

To remove the

TRACKING but

TRACKING

(Also Power Zoom)

Remove the cassette to reset the camcorder’s tracking to its preset center,

The TRACKING buttons only affect tape playback. They have no effect during

recording.

To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO IN and VIDEO

jacks, you will need the audio/video cable supplied with the camcorder. If your TV is

already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what

the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV.

AV OUTIZN

White Audio Plug

Yellow Video

Ply

Switch

White

AUDIO

Jack

VCR or

TV Monitor

Back of

Stem20

VCR or

TV Monitor

-OR-

Caution: The unauthorized recording of

may infringe the rights of others.

Audio Plug

Yellow Video

Ph.,

White Audio Plug

Yellow Video

Plug

.udioiVideo

‘rhlr

hite

din PIu9

television’progrm.,and o&er,materials

Attach the wh te

the

audiofvide,

IN jack on

plug

on one end of

cable to the AUDIO

the,W,or

VCR.

IN jacks, attach the

MONO.

If one of

2 Attach the yellow plug on the same

end of the audio/video cable to the

VIDEO IN jack on the TV or VCR.

Attach the yellow plug on the other

end of the audio/video cable to the yellow VIDEO jack and the white plug to the white AUDIO jack on the side of the camcorder.

Place the AV

Tapes on a VCR

OUTIIN

switch/to OUT.

_”

1. A. Camcorder c

TV monitor: tune it to its

2. Press and hold te $a11 camcorder’s PO

n&ted

0 jTu$

on the TV and

videQ

input channel.

directly to

button on the

sliding it to VCR. Insert the cassette you want to playback (or copy).

Note: The

tapes recorded at the SP speed.

3. Press PLAY on the camcorder. To copy what the camcorder is playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR and start the VCR recording. Adjust the tracking on the camcorder if necessary.

Details are on page 51.

l During playback, use the playback

features

Press

finished.

camcorder can only play back

described on page 51.

STOPJEJECT when you are

Watching What Ithe’Capcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV ‘*Y-F-‘,

1. A. Camcorder c4nn&ted TV: Turn on the its video inpukchpnnel.

B. Camcorder c

is already co on VCR andilack “camera” moe.(If not have a mode, consul

manual.) Op

normally do t

coming from he

nne$ted

necfed

“ii

rat{~

directly to

$V,

and tune it to

to VCR that

to TV: Turn

it in the “line” or

your VCR does

e” br

“camer$‘.+..

the! VCk owner’?

the ?‘V as you

set

the’ signal

VCR.

2. Press and hold the small button on the camcorder’s POWER switch while sliding it to CAMERA. Insert the cassette you want to record on.

Note:

When the camcorder is used as a camera, turn the TV’s volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by feedback.

3. Press the camcorder’s

butt&

to begin recording. You can watch what the camcorder is seeing or recording on the TV screen.

RECIPAUSE

I’

To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio and video input jacks, you will need an optional RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable.

Optional

----__

300/75

Transformer

(such as 193983)

ohm

‘I,

. ,

”

@AVO(ITIINSwitch -

Optional ’

Transf

Optional Coaxial RF Cable (such as

AHO65G

AH066G)

Disconnect the VHF antenna from

your TV. If you are going to leave the RF adapter connected to the TV, connect the antenna to the RF output adapter.

A.If

;

antenna is round 75-ohm cable, connect it to IN FROM ANT connector on RF output adapter.

B. If antenna is flat twin-lead,

connect flat-lead connectors to screw terminals on optional 30075 ohm transformer. Then connect transformer to IN

ANT connector on RF output

adapter.

FROM

TO TV

Attach one end of coaxial RF cable

to OUT TO TV connector on RF adapter, and attach other end of the cable to VHF input on TV as shown.

Note: If TV has screw terminals, you may need an optional 75-to-300 ohm transformer, such as AH01 1.

3 Attach RF output adapter’s yellow

plug to the to the RF DC OUT jack, and white plug to the AUDIO jack on the side of the camcorder.

Place the AV

OUT.

VIDEO

OUTIIN

jack, small plug

switch to

Playback Ope t&n

1. Set the RF output

2. Turn on the Tiand tun’e channel (3 or 4 channel selectcir &itch

output adapter.1

3. Press and hold the camcorder‘s P W&R sliding it to V

channe

selector switch on the

ada

ter

\,o CH3

yob

selected with the

#mall

stiitch

or CH4.

it to the same

on the RF

button on the

while

5. Press

6. Press STOP/EJECT on the camcorder

PLAY

on the camcorder. Adjust

tracking on the camcorder, if

necessary.

l During playback, use the playback

features

when you are finished playing back the tape.

Details are on page 51.

described on page 51,

Watch What tv Camc?order is Seeing or Recording on the TV

l.Tumonthe

3 or 4 (the sam

with the

RF output adap er).

Note to Cable-h

820-40 of the $atio@al Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that proGde$ guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground point of cable entry u prMica1.

and

tune it to channel

chinne!

charm 1 selector switch on the

&all +

you selected

~nstah

er:

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article

co+xc~ed

Cb@e

3. Press the camcorder’s RECIPAUSE

grounding system of the building as close to the

button to begin recording. You can

watch what the camcorder is seeing

or recording on the TV screen. Note: When the camcorder is used as a

camera, turn the TV’s volume down to

prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by feedback.

-I

The color enhancement light helps create brighter, sharper pictures.

Light

To Use the Color Enhancement Light

1. Attach the rechargeable battery or AC adapter/charger to power the camcorder.

2. Press and hold the small button on POWER and place it in CAMERA.

3. Select a position for the LIGHT

AUTOIOFFION switch.

l Place in AUTO to have the light

automatically turn on when the

camcorder is aimed at a dark object

and turn off when aimed at a bright

object. There must be a cassette in

the camcorder for the AUTO feature to operate.

l Place in ON to have the light turn on

whenever POWER is in CAMERA.

Place in OFF to turn off the light.

If the camcorder is left in record pause for more than five minutes, the power and light automatically turn off. Press

RECIPAUSE to turn camcorder back on.

Notes: Turn on the light only when you need

it. The power consumption

approximately two-thirds that of the camcorder. When the light is on, the operation time of the rechargeable battery is

reduced.

Avoid bumping or shaking the light when in use. The light’s bulb is sensitive when hot and may bum out.

Do not allow water to drop on the light when

in operation.

of the light is

Removing and

Rep1

: Case

Lower&ok -

To Remove and Redlack L

light.

3. Press front of case to light.

ul(ion

pl+in

ht Case

hold

it.

;

the :flection

to the

Use

&ily

the

bulb to

er hazards, ‘,

Notes:

fingers. It may shorten its service life.

Make sure the front case of the light is properly attached after removing it or replacing a bulb.

When replacing the bulb, only use #221 I1 1 to

reduce the risk of fire and other hazards. See the installation instructions packed with

the replacement bulb when replacing the bulb.

bulb x221 111 when

redu@e

Do not touch the bulb with your

;tlie risk of

‘,

The 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.

Cautions: When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap, place the viewfinder in viewfinder

Make sure the

its

original position. This

fkorn

bumping against

d~-&&&f-&

,,i ,

yourhody

?$&&&

9‘ (3.

helps prevent

as you move.,

possible damage to the

’ “~,

your cYatlicotier.

To Attach the Shoulder Strap

1. Unfasten one end of the shoulder strap from the buckle. buckle on the strap.

2. Thread one end of the shoulder strap through one of the shoulder strap rings as

shown below in diagrams A and B.

Shoulder Strap Rings

3. Thread the strap back into the buckle as sure it is fastened correctly and tightly before using it to support your camcorder.

shown below.

Make sure you leave the

Pull on the strap and make

4. Repeat steps l-3 to attach the other end of the shoulder strap.

other countries.

camcorder and a

accidental erasur

Carry your camcorder in a carrying case when traveling. See page 2 for a specially designed case. An ordinary suitcase or carry bag does not offer the protection your camcorder needs. Treat your camcorder as carry-on luggage to protect it from rough handling.

Store your cassettes vertically in their protective cases at normal room temperature.

Do not leave your camcorder or cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period. Excessive heat or cold may damage them.

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 and

playback heads and cassettes.

Do not

other bright objects or leave your

camcorder in direct sunlight. Doing so

could permanently damage the camcorder’s internal parts.

aim

your

camcorder at the sun or

Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from

any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Do not

The oil from your skin may damage the lens. To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush, and gently wipe it with a lens-cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens. Improper cleaning may scratch the lens.

To clean the camcorder’s exterior, remove any power source. Gently wipe the camcorder with a clean soft cloth.

touch the lens with your fingers!

Use of strong or abrasive cleaning products, such as those containing alcohol or benzine, may damage the camcorder.

The camcorder can be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.

Do not

temperatures below

above

store the camcorder in

-22QF (-3O*C)

149*F (65X).

Avoid

moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Moisture may cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape. Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette.

Do not

in extremely humid environments.

Do extended periods in temperatures below

40*F (4QC)

Do not

adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If either component becomes wet, turn the power and take the unit to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter.

Retain the original carton for future

storage or shipping purposes.

When the camcorder is not in use, always

remove the cassette and AC adapter/

charger or battery.

Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the camcorder is not in use.

operating your camcorder after

operate or leave your camcorder

not

operate the camcorder for

or above

expose the camcorder or

95F (35*C).

off

Camera Section

tested and found to

15 of the FCC Rules.

Image Sensor:

l/3”

high/resolution,

solid state CCD Imager

Tripod Mount: One

l/4”

x 20 threaded

Lens: f1.8

12: 1

(5-60mm)

Diameter: 46 mm

l 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.

and used in

actor

communications.

l Reorient or relo

What your warranty covers:

l Any defect in material or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

Ninety days for labor charges.

l One year for parts.

The warranty period for rental units

begins with the first rental.

What we will do:

l Pay any Authorized RCA Camcorder

Servicenter the labor charges to repair your camcorder.

l Pay any Authorized RCA Camcorder

Servicenter for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your camcorder.

How you get service:

l Check with your RCA Camcorder

Dealer or call l-800-336-1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder

Servicenter nearest you. State that you have an RCA camcorder.

If an Authorized RCA Camcorder

Servicenter is conveniently near you:

l Take your camcorder to the Authorized

RCA Camcorder Servicenter of your choice.

l Show the service center representative

your sales receipt or other evidence of

purchase date.

l Pick up your camcorder when repairs

are completed.

If an Authorized RCA Camcorder

Se¢er is not located conveniently

near you:

l Pack the camcorder so that it will not

be damaged during shipping.

(We recommend carton and packing materials.) Include any cables and other accessories originally furnished with the camcorder.

using the original

l Include in the camcorder carton

(1) a

copy

of your sales receipt or other

evidence of purchase date, (2) your name and address, and (3) a brief

description of the problem.

l Ship the camcorder to an Authorized

RCA Camcorder Servicenter.

Pay any charges billed to you by the

Servicenter for service not covered by

the warranty.

What

your

warranty

l Customer instruction. (Your owner’s

does not

cover:

manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your camcorder. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)

Installation and related adjustments.

Cleaning of video/audio heads.

l Damage from misuse or neglect. l Battery for clock or other features. l A camcorder that has been modified or

incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.

A camcorder purchased or serviced

outside the USA.

Product Registration:

l 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 this warranty:

l 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:

l This warranty does not apply. See your

dealer for details.

Troubles some

without the he Before you cal

Servicenter, lo

perform the

neS

are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct

of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.

lr tgke

your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder

be)ow

for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then

sil

Ile

Checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.

No Power

(POWER

Indic

Will Not Come

Will Not Recor Play Back

Will Not Play

Will Not Recor

br 4

Cheeks and Adjustments

If using the rechargeable battery, it may need recharging.

If using the AC adapter/charger, make sure it is plugged into a working AC outlet.

Make sure there is a cassette in the camcorder.

Try ejecting and re-inserting the cassette.

The cassette tape is broken - try another cassette.

You have reached the end of the cassette - try

rewinding it.

Moisture condensation may cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape. Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before re-inserting a cassette.

POWER

switch must be in

Safety tab has been removed from

See page 22.

POWER

switch must be in

OUT/IN

switch must be in

the camcorder.

VCR.

CAMERA.

OUT

cassette.

to record from

No Picture in Viewfinder

Tape Does Not or Fast Forwal

ewhd

Make sure the lens cap has been removed.

Make sure titler graphics do not appear in viewfinder.

.rfess

TITLER

‘,

to remove them.

(continued on next page)

‘Ikouble

Tape Stops During

Rewind or Fast Forward

Checks and Adjustments

l The time counter’s memory-stop feature may be

turned on. When an

counter display, the camcorder will stop

fast-forwarding when the counter reads

Press the REW (rewind) or button again to continue, or press DISPLAY to off memory stop.

“izf’

appears behind the

F.FWD

(fast forward)

time-

rewinding

“~:~~:~&+f”.

turn

Camcorder Remains

l Press

RECIPAUSE

to return to normal playback.

in Play Pause

Poor Picture Quality

During Recording

l There is insufficient light. Add more light. l Make sure FOCUS does not appear in the viewfinder.

Press both focus.

Use the color enhancement light to add more light.

FOCUS

buttons together to turn on auto

Details are on page 32.

Details are on pages 56-57.

Viewfinder Displays are l Try adjusting the eyepiece focus control. Details are

out of Focus

Poor Auto-Focus Operation

on page 26.

l Make sure FOCUS does not appear in the viewfinder.

Press both

focus.

l Subject may be too dark or behind glass. Auto-focus

FOCUS

buttons together to turn on auto

Details are on page 32.

system may not work under these conditions. Focus

manually. Details are on pages 32-33.

Lens may be smudged and image appears unfocused.

l Viewfinder eyepiece focus may be adjusted

incorrectly. Details are on pages 26-27.

l Camcorder is in macro-focus mode. Press and hold

the power zoom button

“T’

to release macro-focus.

Poor Picture Quality During Playback

l Tape was recorded on a different camcorder or VCR.

If the picture contains black-and-white streaks, press

one of the

l Camcorder only has one speed (SP). If the tape was

TRACKING

buttons to correct.

recorded on a different VCR at a different speed, it cannot be played back in this camcorder.

wuble

1 I

Recorded Audio

LOW

1 T ) Checks and Adjustments

i’ Too

“1

INDEX Indicator

Date and Time (o Date) Were Recorded o

the

Tape

Picture Appears rainy

Picture Appears

ith

Black Bars

l Subject may have been too far from the camcorder.

POWER

l Date and time (or date) will be recorded on the tape

switch must be in

CAMERA.

whenever they appear in the viewfinder. Press DATE/TIME to remove them from the viewfinder when recording.

l Make sure digital zooming mode is not selected.

Details on pages 34-35.

l Make sure

16X9

mode is not selected. Details are on

page 36.

Date and Time A pear Incorrect

.1-

Camcorder Does Power Up and/or Function Buttons

Inoperative.

Make sure the date and time have been

set. Details

on page 30.

l The camcorder’s internal clock battery may need

recharging.

l Remove the power source.

Details on page 31.

After one minute, push the

RESET

switch gently using a non-metallic pointed item, such as a toothpick, until you feel a click. Since this erases the date, time, and other customer preferred features, they will need to be reset.

16x9 Indicator ........................................28,36

16x9 Mode ................................................. .36

A.DUB

Indicator.. ..............................28,41,43

AIV DUB

Indicator..

...............................28.43

Accessories, Included.. ................................

Accessories, Optional ............................... .2-9

Accessory Lens, Attaching ..........................

Accessory Order Form.. .............................7-9

Adapter/Charger, Adapter/Charger, Using

Safety Instructions .......... iii

.........................11,16

Adjustments and Checks.. ......................63-65

AE (Auto Exposure) Display.. ............... .24,28

Attaching Attaching the Audio

the Battery ............................ .11,18

Dubbing

Shoulder Strap..

......................................40-41

................... .58

AUDIO/VIDEO

Jacks..

.........

14,40-41,42-43,48-49,52-53,54

AudiofVideo

AUTO

Dubbing

...........................42-43

Date Display.. ....................... .28-29,31

Auto Focus ................................................. .32

AV (Audio/Video)

Switch .......

AVDUB

Button.. .............................. .14,41,43

BATTERY Eject Lever..

Battery

Care

Battery

Charging..

Battery

Level Indicator.. Battery Safety Battery, Battery, Battery,

BRIGHT

Bulb

Attaching.. Clock Rechargeable..

Control ................................... .15,27

Replacement,Video

Camcorder Operating Camcorder, Powering Camcorder, Recording On.. Camcorder, Unpacking

OUTIIN

.14,40-41,42-43,48-49,52-53,54

......................... .15,18

and

Storage

........................... .19

...................................... .17

.................. .20,28-29

Precautions..

....................... .19

.................................... .18

............................................ .31

.....................

Light..

l&17-20

.................S7

Controls.. ........... .14-15

........................... .16-21

...................48-49

.............................. .10

Car Cord, Optional.. .................................3,20

Card, Registration Care

and Maintenance.. .............................. .60

Care

and

Storage,

Care

and

Storage,

Cassette

Door..

.........................................

Battery .......................... .19

Cassette.. ....................... .23

................................. .12,15,23

Cassette Tips .............................................. .59

Cassette,

Cassettes, Charging Chart Cleaning Checks

Inserting

Video..

and

Removing..

....... .12,23

...................................22-23

the Battery.. ................................ .17

of Characters

the

.................................... .45

Viewfinder..

.......................... .27

and Adjustments.. ..................... .63-65

Clock

Battery,

Contents

Charging

............................

........................................................

Copying Tapes.. .......................... .48-49,52-53

Correcting the Date and Time

Date and Time Displays ............. .28-29.30-3 I

Date and Time

DATEITIME

DCIN9.6VJack..

Design Specifications

DIGITAL DISPLAY

Dubbing Edit Search.

EDITk4DV Button

Electronic Indexing Erase Protection Eyepiece

F.FWD FADE

Fade Indicators.. Fading Fast Forward

Button.. .................................. .14,28,37

Recording

...........................3 1

Button ......................... .14,30-31

............................. .11,15,16

................................. .61

ZOOM Button.. ........... .14,28,35,36

Button .............................. .14,29,38

................................................ .40-43

................................................ .39

.........................

....................................

......................................... .22

Focus Control ................... .12,14,26

Button.. ............ .14,24,38,39,41,43,51

.................................... .28,37

.........................................................

Indicator (b b)..................... .28

First-Time Operation .............................

Flying

Erase

Head..

.................................... .39

FOCUS FOCUS FOCUS Indicator..

Focusing..

AUTOIMAN Buttons..

Control.. ................................... .15,27

............................28,32-33

.............................................. .32-33

Handstrap .............................................. .12,15

LZOOM

Important Safeguards

INDEX

Indexing, Electronic.. Information

INST.

Lens Lens Lens Hood.. Lens

LIGHTAUTOIOFFION

Light

Light, Built-in

Limited

Indicator.. ................................ .28,35

............................. iv-vii

Indicator .............................. .25,28-29

................................. .25

to User.. .................................. .61

ZOOM Button ........................ .14,28,35

Cap Holder ................................... .12,15

Cap,

Remove

..................................... .12

............................................. .5,14

Hood,

Removing

.................................

Switch..

Bulb,

Replacing..

.............................. .57

.................................. .14,56-57

Warranty.. ..................................... .62

Macro Focus .............................................. ..3 3

Maintenance and Care.. .............................. .60

Manual Focus.. ............................................33

Memory Stop.. ....................................... .28,38

Microphone ........................................... .14,24

TAPE

Operating

Indicator.. ............................. .28-29

Controls,

Camcorder..

(continued on next page)

.3l

..................... 30

.14&l-45

.2s

lo-15

...

,14,28,32,33

.......... .14,56

.......... .14-15

Operation, First-T’me ............................

Optional Optional DC Car Order Form, Pause Picture PLAY Button Playback on a TV

Playback on a TV Playback, First..

Playback,

POWER (CAME

Powering Your Problem Solving Product

ProEdit@

Program AE

Accesso

es~................................. 2-9

rd ............................. 3,21

Acce series

Indicator(rt

Search ............

.......

........................... 7-9

). ....

. +.

................... .28,41,43

,I..

............................ .51

...

.13,14,39,41,43,50,53,55

ith

AUDIO/VIDEO N Jacks..

ithput

Audio/Video In uts

.i.. ....................... .54-55

.........................................

Viewfin

..,

.............................. .50

IOkFlVCR)

Switch.

.....................q12,18,24,30-31,41,43,

...................................

44-46,49,50,53,55,56

mcorder

........

......................... .63-65

Registrati

Feature

n..

.....................................

......;....... .................. .39-46

(Aut

Exposure).

................. .S2-53

.............. .11,16-21

................... .24

lo-15

.12

Quick Review..1.... ...................................... .24

REC Indicator.. ...........

RECIPAUSE

Butt n

...............13,15,

Rechargeable

Batt ry... Recording on the amcorder..

Recording Speed .......,L...............................

Recording the Dat and Time

Recording Tips.. ........................................

Recording,

First

Registration Cardi......:,,

Removing Lens Removing

the Bat ery

Replacing Bulb

RESET Button. RESET Switch..

.........................

.13,28

8,41,43,46,49,61,53,55,56

......................... .17-20

.............. .48-49

.................... .31

.47

..........................................

..................................

H od

..................................

............................. .18

::.

Video Light

........

..(‘.

...................57

.......................... 14,38

..........................................

.65

REVIEW Button........,........................... 14,24

REW (Rewind)

Rewind Indicator

RF DC

OUT Jack .......

RF Output Adapter

Safeguards, Important,...........................

Safety Instructions for AC

Adapter/Chargr.....................

Safety Precaution

1’4 4 )

............................. .28

.......................... .14,54

,I..

..... .................... .4,54-55

ii,

...

q..............................l-

......

.:......?.

iv-vii

......

...

iii

.................. .13,14,24,39,30,41,43,51

Button

Safety Precautions,, Battery.. ...................... .19

Safety Tab ..................

Set

the Date

and Time..

.............................. .22

.............................. .30

Shoulder Shoulder Solving

Specifications.. Stop

Strap Attachment Strap,

Attaching..

Problems..

(Standard Play)

.................................63-65

Rings..

........................ .58

Speed

.......................... .22

........................................... .61

Action Pause ......................................

STOPIEJECT Button

..............

.12,13,14,20,23,24,30,38,41,43,50

Tab, Safety .................................................. 22

Table

TAPE Indicator TAPE

Contents.. .......................................

...................................... 28-29

END Indicator

............................ .28-29

Tape Copying ..............................

Tape

Positioning

.........................................24

Tilt Adjustment .......................................... .27

Time and Time and Date Recording Time Counter

Time Tips Traveling

Date Display.. ............. .28-29,30-31

...........................31

......................................... 28,38

Remaining

Display.. ............... .25,28-29

............................................. 59

Tips, Cassette .............................................. 59

Tips, Recording

TITLE SEL

...........................................47

Button

...........................

TITLE SEL+and - Buttons ............ .14,44-45

TITLER

Titler

Button ..................................

.....................................................

TRACKING (Also Power Zoom)

Buttons.. Traveling Tips.. Tripod,

Trouble Unpacking

Using a Tripod Using Adapter/Charger Using the Rechargeable Battery Video Cassettes Video Light..

............................................. .15,51

...........................................59

Using

............................................... .6

Checks..

....................................63-65

the

Camcorder

......................... .10

..............................................

............................... 16

........... .17-20

......................................

..........................................

VIDEO/AUDIO

Jacks.. Viewfinder.. Viewfinder Playback. Warranty,

Zh4:2

ZOOM

Zoom (T and W) Buttons Zoom Zoom Level Indicator

Zooming..

14,40-41,42-43,48-49,52-53,54

.........

............................ 12,14,26-27,50

..................................50

Limited..

(Digital

Indicator..

.................................... .62

Zoom)

Indicator..

........... .28,35

...................................28,35

.......................

Level

Control.. ..................................34

............................ .28,34

.............................................. .34-35

....... .15,58

.5 1

48-49,52-53

.14&l-46

14&l-46

.44-46

22-23

56-57

15,34

For your nearest Home

Entertainment Dealer or Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the U.S.A.

l-800-336-1900

Canadian Consumers

Your toll-free numbers are:

English: l-800-522-0338 French: l-800-522-0445

If your camcorder needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.

Thomson Consumer Electronics

6@OJV

Sherman Dr, PO Box 1976

Indianapolis, IN 46206

O1994 Thomson Consumer Electronics,

Trademark(s)@ Registered

Mama(s) Registrada(s)

Printed in Japan

Part Number

QR10494

94-CC543-1

Inc.

RCA CC543 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual