RCA CC615 User Manual

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USER‘S GUIDE

CC615

CAMCORDER

Important Safety Information

Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product.

Cautions

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to

wide slot, fully insert.

ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame

la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond.

To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury.

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 and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder.

Model No: _____________________________________ Serial No: _____________________________________ Purchase Date: _____________________________________ Purchased From: _____________________________________

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose

camcorder or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

ATTENTION

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CC615

Table of Contents

Safety Information..............................i

Product Registration...........................i

Table of Contents............................1-2

First-Time Operation

• Assistance..........................................3

• Unpack Camcorder &

Accessories......................................3

• Attach the Adapter/Charger...............4

• Insert a Tape......................................4

• Open Lens Cover...............................5

• Adjust Handstrap...............................5

• Turn on Camcorder............................5

• Select a Recording Speed..................6

• Set the QUICK SET Dial...................7

• Adjust Viewfinder and

Eyepiece Focus Control...................7

• Start and Stop Recording...................8

• Play Back Your Recording................8

• Turn off the Camcorder.....................8

• Review Camcorder’s

Operating Controls.....................9-10

Powering Your Camcorder

• Using Adapter/Charger....................11

• Using Rechargeable Battery.......12-14

• Using Optional Car Cord Adapter...15

Video Cassettes............................16-17

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Assistance

We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call:

Camcorder Exchange Warranty..............800-283-6503 (pages 66-67)

Customer Service.............................................800-336-1900 (page 65)

Accessories.................................................800-338-0376 (pages 52-57)

Table of Contents

Recording

• Making a Recording...................18-19

• Recording Tips ................................20

• Traveling Tips .................................20

• Viewfinder.......................................21

• Viewfinder Displays...................22-24

• Tally Light.......................................25

• Microphone......................................25

• Flying Erase Head ...........................25

• Tape Positioning..............................25

• Electronic Indexing .........................25

• Quick Review..................................26

• Auto Head Cleaner..........................26

• Camera Edit.....................................26

• Time Counter With Memory Stop...27

• Tape Time-Remaining Display .......28

• QUICK SET Dial.............................29

• White Balance .................................30

• MODE Button..................................31

• Fading In and Out............................32

• 16X9 Mode......................................33

• Focusing (Auto and Manual) .....34-35

• Exposure Control (Iris)....................36

• Zooming ..........................................36

• Attaching the Optional

Shoulder Strap............................37

• Titler...........................................38-39

• Date and Time Display

• Install the Clock’s Cell.................40

• Set the Time and Date..................41

• Record the Date, Time, or

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

Playback

• Viewfinder Playback.......................44

• Visual Searching..............................45

• Stop-Action Pause...........................45

• Tracking...........................................45

• Using the Cassette Adapter........46-47

• Playback on TV (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks 48-49

• Playback on TV Without

Audio/Video Inputs..................50-51

Optional Accessories...................52-57

• Accessory Order Form...............55-57

Care and Maintenance ...............58-59

Trouble Checks ...........................60-63

Specifications ....................................64

Customer Assistance and Service ...65

Limited Warranty.......................66-67

Index (Alphabetical) ...................68-69

First-Time Operation

Model CC615

MODE

QUICK SET

1. Unpack the camcorder and accessories.

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

• The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

Rechargeable 6-Volt Battery Part No. FB1260

Cassette Adapter

Part No. VCA115A or 221338

Clock Cell 3-Volt Micro Lithium Cell – such as CR2025 – is available from most local drug stores and camera shops. Use of other cell presents a risk of fire or explosion.

AC Adapter/Charger

Part No. 221339 or 217010

WARNING: NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

+ -

Cassette Adapter

Battery

(Size "AA" 1.5 Volt)

Caution: Do not use this

adapter/charger for any purpose other than charging the FB1260 or FB120 battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

Cautions: Lithium cell battery. Must be disposed of properly. Never handle punctured or leaking cell. May cause burns or personal injury.

Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if swallowed. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.

The lithium cell used in this device may explode resulting in a fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212˚F (100˚C), or incinerate.

Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell, and never short circuit the + and – sides of the cell.

POW

CHG END REFRESH

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

This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options.

3.Insert a tape.

• Slide EJECT.

• Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape.

• Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out.

• Press on the area labeled PUSH until the cassette door locks into place.

First-Time Operation

CAMERA

VCR OFF

AUDIO RF

VIDEO

POWER

CHG END REFRESH

POWER

Indicator

DC OUT Jack

Power Connector

Adapter/Charger

Reference Marks

To AC 100240V, 50/60 Hz

2.Attach the adapter/charger.

Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder.

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A. Connect the power connector’s

small plug into the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger.

B. Align the reference mark on the

power connector with the mark on the camcorder. Hold the top of the power connector flush against the back of the camcorder, and press the bottom of the power connector down until it locks into place.

C. Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into

an operating outlet. The adapter/ charger’s power indicator will light.

AUDIO

DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET

•30•40 TRACKING

R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

REW

RCH

RF DC OUT

VIDEO

CAMERA

VCR OFF

EJECT

ODE

QUICK SET

Tape Wheel

Tape Window

PUSH

Here to Close

First-Time Operation

EJECT Button

6.Place VCR/OFF/CAMERA switch in CAMERA.

The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause. appears in the viewfinder when the camcorder is in record pause.

The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record (CAMERA), turn the power off (OFF), or play back tapes (VCR).

The camcorder will automatically turn off if it remains in record pause for five minutes. Place VCR/OFF/CAMERA switch in OFF and then back in CAMERA.

PAUSE

Handstrap Flap

Handstrap Velcro Strip (Under Flap)

VCR/OFF/CAMERA Switch and Power Indicator

LENS COVER

Control

4.Slide LENS COVER control to open lens cover.

5.Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand.

• Lift the flap on the handstrap and separate the velcro strip.

• Insert your hand, adjust the strap to fit snugly, and refasten the

strap.

AUDIO

DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET

•30•40 TRACKING

R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

REW

RCH

RF DC OUT

VIDEO

CAMERA

VCR

OFF

First-Time Operation

7.Select a recording speed and tape length using SP•SLP/T20•30•40 switch.

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SP•SLP/T20•30•40

Switch

Select SP or SLP recording speed.

• SP – Standard play provides the best picture, but the shortest recording time (20 minutes with a TC-20 tape).

• SLP – Extended play provides three times the recording time as SP (60 minutes with a TC-20 tape). SLP has slightly more picture noise in normal playback.

Set the length of the tape you are using so the camcorder can correctly calculate the recording time remaining on the tape.

Repeatedly press the SP•SLP/ T20•30•40 switch.

• Select T20 SP if you are using a tape with 20 minutes or less recording time and want to record in SP speed.

• Select T20 SLP if you are using a tape with 20 minutes or less recording time and want to record in SLP speed.

• Select T30 SP if you are using a tape with 30 minutes recording time and want to record in SP speed.

• Select T30 SLP if you are using a tape with 30 minutes recording time and want to record in SLP speed.

• Select T40 SP if you are using a tape with 40 minutes recording time and want to record in SP speed.

• Select T40 SLP if you are using a tape with 40 minutes recording time and want to record in SLP speed.

MODE

QUICK SET

Electronic Viewfinder

Eyepiece Focus Control

QUICK SET Dial

8.Set the QUICK SET dial to AUTO.

• This places the camcorder in the AUTO mode.

• In the AUTO mode, the fade, 16X9, manual focus, exposure, display, and titler controls will not operate.

9.Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control.

• Rotate the viewfinder into a

comfortable operating position.

• Turn the eyepiece focus control to

adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision.

First-Time Operation

AUDIO

DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET

•30•40 TRACKING

R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

REW

RCH

RF DC OUT

VIDEO

CAMERA

VCR

OFF

First-Time Operation

10. Start and stop recording.

• Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. REC

666

appears in the viewfinder, and the tally light will light when the camcorder is recording.

• Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in the recordpause mode ( appears in the viewfinder).

PAUSE

11. Play back what you have recorded.

• Place the VCR/OFF/CAMERA

switch in VCR.

• Press REW to rewind the tape.

• Press PLAY/PAUSE to play back

the tape in the viewfinder.

• Press STOP when you are finished

playing back the tape.

• Details on viewfinder playback are

on page 44.

12. Place the VCR/OFF/CAMERA

switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder.

The power indicator will turn off.

Thumb Trigger

Power Indicator

PLAY Button

REW Button

STOP Button

VCR/OFF/CAMERA Switch

MODE

QUICK SET

First-Time Operation

Lens

MODE Button

F2 Button

F1 Button

13. Review camcorder’s operating controls.

Tally Light

Cassette Door

PUSH here to close.

EJECT Button

QUICK SET Dial

Viewfinder

Power Zoom Lever “W” - Wide Angle “T” - Telephoto

Eyepiece Focus Control

Eyepiece

Microphone

LENS COVER

Control

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SP-SLP/T20•30•40

COUNTER R/M TRACKING

MAN.W.BAL

DATE/TIME/CHAR SET

AUDIO

DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET

•30•40 TRACKING

R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

REW

RCH

RF DC OUT

VIDEO

EDIT – SEARCH

REW FF STOP PLAY/PAUSE

CAMERA

VCR

OFF

FF Button (Also EDIT SEARCH + Button)

REW Button (Also EDIT SEARCH – Button)

SP•SLP/T20•30•40 Button (Also COUNTER R/M Button)

MAN.W.BAL (Manual White Balance) Button

PLAY/PAUSE Button

STOP Button

SET Button

DATE/TIME/CHAR + and – Buttons

(Also TRACKING Buttons)

Handstrap

Thumb Trigger

AUDIO, RF DC OUT, and VIDEO Jacks

BATT. RELEASE Button

Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring

Clock Cell Compartment

Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring

Attach Battery or Power Connector for AC Adapter/Charger Here

VCR/OFF/CAMERA Switch and Power Indicator

First-Time Operation

B (Bright) and C (Color) Controls on the Bottom of Viewfinder (See Trouble

Checks for Details.)

13. Review camcorder’s operating controls.

Powering Your Camcorder

Attach Adapter/Charger

1. Plug power connector’s plug into DC OUT jack on adapter/charger.

2. Align the reference mark on the power connector with the mark on the camcorder. Hold the top of the power connector flush against the back of the camcorder, and press the bottom of the power connector onto the camcorder until it locks into place.

3. Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into the nearest AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz).

4. If the adapter/charger is properly connected, its POWER indicator will light.

Remove Adapter/Charger

1. Unplug the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.

2. Press and hold BATT. RELEASE on the camcorder while removing the power connector.

Using an Optional Plug Adapter

An optional plug adapter may be required in some countries.

1. Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into the AC plug adapter.

2. Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet.

Optional AC Plug Adapter

AC 100-240V

AUDIO RF

VIDEO

POWER

CHG END REFRESH

CAMERA

VCR OFF

DC OUT Jack

POWER

Indicator

Power Connector

To AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz

BATT. RELEASE Button

Caution: Do not use this

adapter/charger for any other purpose other than charging the FB1260 or FB120 battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder

The power connector attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. The adapter/charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge the battery.

Charge the Battery

If the power connector is attached to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger, remove its plug.

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 (100-240V, 50/60Hz).

4. If the battery is properly connected, the adapter/charger’s CHG (charge) indicator will light.

Note: If you try to charge a battery that has not been charged for a long period of time, it may take a few minutes for the CHG indicator to light.

5. After the battery is charged, the END indicator will light.

6. Remove the charged battery by sliding

it off the adapter/charger.

7. Attach the charged battery to the

camcorder.

POWER

CHG END REFRESH

Adapter/Charger

POWER

Indicator

Hold Battery Flush and Slide

Reference Marks

CHG

Indicator

END

Indicator

REFRESH

Indicator

REFRESH

Button

To AC Wall Outlet 100-240 Volts, 50/60 Hz.

Caution

When a battery is attached to the adapter/charger, do not turn them upside down. The battery may fall off and be damaged or cause injury.

Use the REFRESH Button

The battery will provide increased operation time if you “refresh” it after five chargings. The refresh feature “refreshes” the battery by completely discharging it.

1. Attach battery to adapter/charger.

2. Press REFRESH. The REFRESH indicator will light and the battery will begin discharging.

3. When discharging is completed, the REFRESH indicator will turn off, and the CHG indicator will light. The battery will then charge.

4. After the battery is charged, the END indicator will light. Remove the battery from the adapter/charger.

Powering Your Camcorder

ATTENTION: NICKEL CADMIUM 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.

Powering Your Camcorder

AUDIO

VIDEO

CAMERA

VCR OFF

Attach the Charged Battery

If the power connector is attached to the camcorder, remove it before attaching the battery. Also, install the lithium clock cell before attaching the battery pack.

Details on page 40.

1. Align the reference mark on the battery with mark on back of camcorder.

2. Hold the top of the battery flush against the camcorder and press the bottom of

Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder

the battery down until it locks into place.

3. Place the VCR/OFF/CAMERA switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light.

Remove the Battery

Press and hold BATT. RELEASE on the camcorder while removing the battery.

Battery Safety Precautions

Do not short the battery’s terminals.

Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

Use the battery only with specified adapter/chargers and camcorders.

Throwing the battery into a fire or exposing to excessive heat – over 149ºF (65ºC) could be hazardous.

Marker Switch

Reference Marks

The battery must be charged as described on the previous page before it can be used the first time. Initial charging will take approximately 70 minutes. When fully charged, the battery should supply about 65 minutes of operating time (depending on how much you use the zoom and pause). Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks.

Note: The small marker switch on top of the battery is for use as a personal reminder to help you remember to recharge the battery. It has no other function.

BATT. RELEASE

Ni - Cd

VCR/OFF/CAMERA Switch and Power Indicator

Battery Level Indicator

The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder and shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery.

Powering Your Camcorder

Battery Care and Storage

• Recharging takes approximately 70 minutes depending on the battery’s condition.

• Refreshing takes approximately 210 minutes depending on the battery’s condition.

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

• If the battery discharging must be stopped in the middle, remove the battery from the adapter/charger before unplugging it from the AC outlet.

• Let a hot battery cool down before attaching it to the adapter/charger.

• When appears, the battery is

fully charged.

• The battery will also provide better service if its power is completely drained before storing it for long periods of time (30 days or more).

• The battery should be charged in the temperature range of 50-95°F (10-35C) to prevent damage.

• Do not operate the battery at temperatures below 32°F (0C) or above 104°F (40C). The battery may be damaged if operated at temperatures above 122°F (50C). Operation time will decrease at extremely low temperatures.

• Store the battery at normal room temperature.

Battery Level Indicator

in Viewfinder

• As the power is used and

appear.

• When the battery power is almost gone,

flashes in the viewfinder. The camcorder will turn off automatically after a few seconds. Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder before replacing the battery.

The battery level indicator will not be recorded on the tape when it appears in the viewfinder.

Powering Your Camcorder

1. Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder. Power indicator turns off.

2. If the battery is attached to the camcorder, remove it.

3. Hold the top of the power connector flush against the back of the camcorder and push the bottom of the power connector down until it locks into place.

4. Take the vehicle’s cigarette lighter out of the socket.

5. Insert the car cord’s cigarette lighter plug into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket. The POWER indicator on the car cord adapter will light.

6. Place the VCR/OFF/CAMERA switch in CAMERA to turn on the camcorder. The power indicator lights.on.

Cautions: The DCC08 is designed to be used only with vehicles having negative ground electrical systems.

Use only car cord adapter DCC08 with this camcorder. Use of any other car cord adapter may damage the camcorder and void your warranty.

POWER Indicator

Power

Connector

Cigarette

Lighter Socket

Optional DCC08 Car Cord Adapter

AUDIO RF

VIDEO

CAMERA

VCR OFF

Optional Car Cord Adapter

The optional DCC08 car cord shown on page 52 allows you to power your

camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts 12-volts to a 6-volt output.

Note: Consult the installation and operating instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for complete operating instructions.

Using the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter

Caution: Make sure the camcorder’s

power is turned off before removing the car cord’s plug from the cigarette lighter socket.

Video Cassettes

You can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording, just record over it.

Safety

Tab

A. Remove B. Cover hole

with vinyl tape.

safety tab.

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.

The automatic head-cleaning system minimizes the need for accessory cleaners or cleaning by a Servicenter. This system is activated whenever you insert or remove a cassette.

Erase Protection – Safety Tab

Recording and Playback Speeds and Times

The camcorder records and plays back in standard speed (SP) or extended play (SLP). Select the recording speed and tape length using the SP•SLP/T20•30•40 switch. The selected speed and tape length will be displayed in the viewfinder. Listed below are the maximum SP and SLP recording times for popular VHS-C cassettes.

Recording Time

Cassette SP SLP

TC-20 20 Min. 60 Min. TC-30 30 Min. 90 Min. TC-40* 40 Min. 120 Min.

* Will probably be available soon.

• SP – Standard play provides the best picture (less picture noise), but the shortest recording time (20 minutes with a TC-20 tape).

• SLP – Extended play provides three times the recording time as SP (60 minutes with a TC-20 tape). SLP has slightly more picture noise than SP in normal playback. This may not be noticeable.

EJECT

ODE

QUICK SET

Video Cassettes

Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of the cassette in the direction shown to remove any slack in the tape.

Inserting and Removing Cassettes

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 may damage your cassettes.

• Keep the cassette away from strong

magnetic fields such as electric motors and other devices.

• 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 may jam and/or damage your camcorder.

1. Attach a power supply. Then slide and release EJECT to open the cassette compartment.

2. Insert or remove the cassette.

3. Close the cassette compartment door by pressing on the area labeled PUSH until it locks into place.

Tape Wheel

EJECT Button

Tape Window

PUSH

Here to Close Cassette Compartment Door

Safety Tab

Caution: Insert

the cassette only one way with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. The cassette should slide easily into the compartment. Do not force the cassette.

Tape Wheel

MODE

QUICK SET

Recording

Making a Recording

The steps below tell you how to make a recording and suggest using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages.

1. Attach a power supply.

Attach the adapter/charger, charged battery, or optional DC car cord.

2. Insert a tape.

• Slide EJECT.

• Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape.

• Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out.

3. Slide the LENS COVER control to open the lens cover.

4. Place the VCR/ OFF/CAMERA switch in CAMERA.

The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause.

appears in the viewfinder.

5. Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control for your vision.

PAUSE

AUDIO

DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET

•30•40 TRACKING

R/M

PLAY/PAUSE

STOP

REW

RCH

RF DC OUT

VIDEO

CAMERA

VCR OFF

MODE, F1, and F2 Buttons

Tally Light

SP•SLP/T20•30•40 Switch

Eyepiece Focus Control

EDIT SEARCH + Button

EDIT SEARCH – Button

LENS COVER Control

Power Zoom Button

EJECT

Button

VCR/OFF/CAMERA

Switch

QUICK SET Dial

Recording

6. Select a recording speed and tape length using the SP•SLP/T20•30•40 switch.

• Select SP or SLP recording speed.

• Set the length of the tape you are using (T20, T30, or T40) so the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining.

7. Set the QUICK SET Dial.

• Place the dial in AUTO to place the camcorder in the AUTO mode.

• Place the dial in ( ) sports or ( ) fast speed shutter to record fast moving action.

• Place the dial in ( ) back light or ( ) front light to compensate for unusual lighting situations.

• Place the dial in ( ) spotlight to create the effect of the subject being in a spotlight.

• Place the dial in ( ) portrait to create the effect of the subject being in a frame.

• Place the dial in ( ) sepia to create the effect of an old movie.

• Place the dial in MAN and experiment with the MODE and F1 and F2 buttons.

• Select F1 FADE to fade in and out

of scenes.

• Select F2 16X9 to record using the

16X9 format.

• Select F1 FOCUS to manually

focus.

• Select F2 EXP. to adjust the iris

(brightness).

• Select F1 TITLE to select and record one of the preset titles.

•Select F2 DISP. to display and record the date, time and date, or create and record your own title.

8.Start and stop recording.

• Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. REC

666

appears in the viewfinder and the tally light will light when the camcorder is recording.

• Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in record pause.

appears in the viewfinder.

• The camcorder will automatically turn off if it remains in record pause for five minutes. Place the VCR/OFF/CAMERA switch in OFF and then back in CAMERA.

9.Use the zoom feature.

• Zoom in and out using the power zoom T and W lever.

10.Review what you have recorded.

• Press and release EDIT SEARCH – to review the last few seconds of the recording.

• Press and hold EDIT SEARCH – or + to visually see what you have recorded. Release the button to begin recording at that point.

PAUSE

Recording

Recording Tips

• In case of fire or theft, make a video recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place.

• Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit.

• Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steady, gradual “pan” avoids blurring and “jitter”.

• Use the viewfinder to make sure the camcorder is level while recording or your scenes will appear “tilted”.

• Do not bump or tap the camcorder’s microphone while recording because this sound will be recorded.

• Include close-ups of individuals when taping family outings or group functions.

• Fading in and out of scenes will make your videos appear more professional.

• When recording fast-moving action in outdoor light that you plan to view in stop-action or slow motion on a 3-5 head VCR, place the QUICK SET dial in sports ( ) or shutter ( ) to increase the shutter speed.

• 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. “Local color” will give travel videos lasting appeal. Consider recording a familiar or landmark scene from an unfamiliar vantage point.

Traveling Tips

• Write down your camcorder’s serial number and keep it separate from the camcorder when traveling. If your camcorder is lost or stolen, you will be able to identify it.

• Use extra care to avoid damage to your camcorder and accessories when operating them at a beach or pool. Spray, sand, and dust should be avoided. If your lens has been exposed to the elements, clean it only with proper lens cleaning supplies.

• Make sure you have any plug adapters that you may need before taking your camcorder to other countries. Consult your dealer for advice.

• Carry your camcorder in a carrying case when traveling. See page 52 for a case designed especially for this camcorder. An ordinary suitcase or carry bag does not offer the protection your camcorder needs. Treat your camcorder as carry-on luggage to protect it from rough handling.

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