Important Safety Information Be sure to read all safety information WARNING: camcorder To reduce or AC adapter/charger before using this product. the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose to rain or moisture. This symbol indicates inside the product dan..erous that presents RISK OFELECTRICSHOCK DO NOT OPEN electric RISQUE DECHOC ELECTRIQUE NEPASOUVRIR This symbol indicates important tions accompanying the product. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC (OR BACK).
Assistance We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. questions, please call: Camcorder Exchange Customer Service Accessories Warranty ....... ................................ ........................................... So, if you have any 800-283-6503 800-336-1900 800-338-0376 Table of Contents Important Safety Product Registration First-Time Information Shoulder Camera ...................... Operation Included Accessories ..... .................... .......................
Table of Contents Editing Videneassettes Camcorder Tifler ................. . .......................... 41 46 Creating Personalized Titles ...... 47 Tiiler's Chart of Characters ....... 47 C{}rrccling Errors ....................... Rcc{}rding onto a Tape in lhc Camcorder. ............................... Rccordlng Titles While Tips 48 ..................................... 49 Recnrding From a VCR or TV Monitor. .................................
First-Time This section Operation describes the necessary the first time. For more detailed sections of this manual. Io Unpack the steps to set up and record operating Camcorder Save the packing materials store the camcorder. and feature and options, with the camcorder refer to the other Accessories and box in case you ever necd to ship or Items shown bek)w are packed with the camcorder. If any parts are missing or appear damaged, contact lhc store where \ou purchased the unit immediately.
2. Attach the Adapter/Charger To AC 120V, 50/60 Hz Adapter/charger DC IN 9.6V jack DC cable The lead-acid the camcorder battery that came with should be fully charged out of the box. When the battery is too weak to run the camera though, the adapter/charger the camcorder: 1. Attach 2. Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9.6V.iack on the camcorder. 3. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into a working power outlet.
First-Time Operation 4. Insert a Tape Safety tab STOP/EJECT button Tape windows Cassette holder Cassette door (press here to close) l , Press the STOP!E.IECT button open the cassette door. holder to 2. Insert the cassette tape with the 3. Press the cassette down gently until it locks into place, the cassette compartment and close door. safety tab facing up and the tape windows facing out. on page 22 Specific details 5.
Electronic viewfinder (Grasp here to move) Viewfinder BRIGHT control (Under Viewfinder) Eyepiece focus control Eyepiece Shoulder extension pad LCD OPEN button LCD bright control 6. Use the LCD Viewfinder What's Monitor When automatically turns turns on. When the (screen side facing monitor reflect the or to See What's being recorded viewfinder. LCD monitor can be seen with either the LCD monitor is opened I. Unfold 2. Press the LCD's open the monitor. extension OPEN pad.
First-Time Operation REC/PA USE button LIGHT AUTO/OFF switch o Slide the LIGHT OFF/ON A UTO/ switch to A UTO 8. Start • The color enhancement light helps create brighter and sharper images. Set the LIGHT A UTOIOFF/ON switch to AUTO to activate the color enhancement light automatically when the camcorder is focused on a dark scene. "AUTO" also turns offon the LCD/viewfinder when the camera is aimed at a bright object.
First-Time Operation REW/ REVIEW button CAMERA/ OFF/VCR switch PLAY button \ i \\\ ! REC/PAUSE button 10. Turn 9. Play Back What's Recorded 1. 1. Press and hold the small button the CAMERAiOFF/VCR Off the Camcorder Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch on switch to OFFto turn off power. while you slide it to VCR. 2. Press REW!REVIEW to rewind the 11. Close and tape. 3. Press PLAY to play back the tape. 4. Press STOP!EJECT when you are finished playing back the tape.
First'Time 12. Review Operation Operating Controls AV DUB DISPLAY REW (Rewind)/REVlEW (also the - [minus] button) RESET DATE/TIME PLAY / F.FWD (Fast Forward) (also the + [plus] button) TITLER / / CAMERA,! OFF/ VCR switch STOP/EJECT (also EDIT-ADV button) 1 )© Light Microphone MIC (microphone) jack (located under built-in microphone A V OUT/IN Lens cap Reset switch switch Troubleshooting for details.
First-Time Operation 12. Review the Operating Viewfinder BRIGHT control (under viewfinder) Controls (Continued) Built-in speaker LCD monitor OPEN button I jr/ \ Attach rechargeable battery here LCD Attach adapter/ charger's DC cord here Bright control Volume control FADE /button INST. (instant) ZOOM button DIGITAL EFFECTS button Eyepiece focus control Shoulder extension pad STEADY PIX button LIGHT AUTO/ OFF/ON switch Viewfinder \ Shoulder strap attachment ring REC/PAUSE button Power zoo
Included Acce ories Shoulder Strap The camcorder's shoulder shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder and - when you tire ready to shoot - bring the camcorder in one quick from your to shooting position movement. Attaching the Shoulder I. one end of the shoulder Unfasten Strap , Thread the end of the strap back through the buckle making sure it is threaded over the outer strap. Make strap from the buckle. Make sure you leave the buckle on the strap.
Light Built-in The built-in Color Enhancement color enhancement Light light automatically CAMERA/OFF/VCR adds light when needed. switch Video light LIGHT AUTO/OFF/ON switch Using the Light 2. t ] 2 [ _ [lllll ) _ t ] t _ t e l#l(l\' ' _ ' ( l * ] ) olde! on, the (?ff i/'the hatter.\"s power the h a tte ry level indicator is m_t flashing. Set the LIGHTAUTO/OFF/ON switch. • To turn the light on, set the switch to ON.
Light Replacing the Light Bulb Bulb Light cover Light case Reflection plate Removing and Replacing tile Light Bulb 1. 2. Press and light cover cover from Replace hold the lower while the removing light the light hook 3. of the the light To replace the light cover, pass the bulb through the hole of the reflection plate and attach the lower hook to the light case on the camcorder. case. 4. bulb. Note: See the installation instructions with the replacement bulh.
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Powering the Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger The ( HZ. al](] trill C(lllt]oll" bc [)(I LISO¢] IlOl {0 po\_ z2ltetllpt al/d [O |bL" _t_lllCOl"dcf IlOl/l M;.mdard household "CCt]_ 6() t/t|acllC_ ad_lp[cl-/chaf_el Io the L'anlcoldcr (7 "/)ell'e!" or ('o!!l'('t'lel"" IIAU Call,CO opcra{c_ rcL'htH_o to ?'Ottl pO\k'Cf power. The adaptcrichtugcr CI llSe _ot! _C|_ the VOIII "[ t?" on 12(1 \,fits. baize]'\.
Powering the Camcorder Using the Battery Charging the Battery Tile baitmw should battery "_, power camcorder's be charged is depleted, righi a full if it is not d_ai'Tcd take al)proximatclv time depends oil how often opel-atil/g how nll.ich you use the rllonitor, cailqColder off during recording yt)ll or when two hours. ttlrll the power zoom, and patiso. To conserve breaks.
Powering the Camcorder Using the Battery (Continued) CA MERA/OFF/VCR switch BA TTER Y EJECT button Rechargeable battery -_ flush and "/ [Hold batter_ 1 slide down J Attaching a Charged If the DC cable camcorder, Battery is aitached remove to the it befl_re camcorder attaching the Set the CAMERAiOFF/VCR Align the battery switch Removing reference arrow to the arrow 1. on the on the back Hold until in il snaps 2.
Powering the Camcorder Using the Battery Battery (Continued) level indicator ! hc b:_Ucr'_!t',el indicmor appear_ ill fl_c _ic\_ finder or [ .CI ) namuor ;rod ,h<_\_, c;l! LiLc ;llilt)tln[ Ol' [)t_\vcr rechargc:d_le ifl the [idUl'l'F ;< _.TJl',l H!/!_H!_!i l \) '_\'F17<,:1<7< :!:, i)<,r/f+ / _ i<_
Powering the Camcorder Using the Battery (Continued) Battery care • Your battery' will provide better ser\,lce and longer performance if you charge if before and after use. and store it at normal room temperature. above 95°F (35°C1. You might damage the battery fl ._ou use nt at temperatures above 122°F (50°C) Operation tlnle decrease.
Powering the Camcorder Using the RCA Optional The optional DCC096 Car Cord Adapter cal cord _h.wn/_n I_u._e 61 allow,, you to power .,,'oul camcorder from the cigarette hghter ',ocket of a car. truck, or RV It converts 12-volts to a 9 6-volt t_n?l_letl" O/)('l'dtlll,k Attaching Tile D('C096 __l_t ord _s de_fgned to be tlsed onl\ with vehtc le 12-t'olt negative ground having ele_ trt_ al sy._/t,t_l.', output Warning: Note: Clm.
Videocassettes Tape Recording Basics Make sure you select good quvht,, tapes [or 3 our camcorder U,,e of poor quallt 3' tapes or tape_ that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads. resulting in a snowy p_eture or no p_cttuc at all during pla 5back control over the type of tape purcha,,ed or rented by consumers, covered under warrant). It L-,considered normal maintenance.
Videocassettes Inserting and Removing Videocassettes Safety tab STOP/EJECT button Caution Insert the cassette only one way _,lth the tape wheel Tape windows facing up and the tape windows facing out The cassette should slide east b into the holder Gentl}, push the cassette down tmtll it Press here to close. I Attach a power camcorder ,,ource to the 3 Insert the cassette wnth the tape wheel facing up and tape wlndo\v_ facing out Gently push the cassette dov, n until it locks into place 4 Gen
Date and Time Display Setting the Time and Date You must set the correct date and time belore it can be displayed and recorded tapes. Tile built-in clock cell must be charged as described on the next l)aXe. Note: [/'po_*'er is I(1} on fin more llluII ldll millutes with I!o _'a,sseue ill lit{' {'attlCOl'¢h'r u/ld lll_' _&/¢' nnt set or Uw built-in Hock t)allery _lol ch_nRed, the camcorder slo_ ls tile demollslralion "l}* S!Op the' ddnlOllS[l_lliOll DA TE/TIME button nlod{'.
Date and Time Display Record the Time and Date, AUTO Date, Auto TITLE, or Date The time and date, AUTO your tape. Whenever date. auto TITLE, one of these displays date only, or no date can be recorded appear, it will be recnrded.
Seeing What's Recorded Using the Viewfinder and LCD What is being recording can be viewed on the LCD monitor or through the camera's eyepiece, called the viewfinder. Note that when the LCD monitor is open more than 45 • o -_ • ck_iccs, the \,'iewfinder automatically the viewfinder display back on. turns off. Closing the I,CD automaticalh/turns Using the I CI) Monitor Cautions: l)o no: /hrce the LCD to open/i_rther than 90 degree._.
Seeing What's Recorded Using the Viewfinder The camcorder's displays viewfinder the camcorder's (which recording contains the eyepiece) image. When is a miniature the LCD monitor monitor that is open from the camera body more than 45 degrees, the viewfinder automatically turns off. For convenient viewing, rotate the viewfinder horizomall}, pull it OLI[from the camcorder body and rotate the eyepiece back to face tile camcorder's operator. Viewfinder Cautions: eyepiece.
On-Screen Displays Identifying On-screen Elements AE:60 0000M E1 ZM:2 I.ZOOM INDEX NO TAPE A/V DUB 10:30AM REC The camcoider',, on-screen dehvels of lnfolmatlon a variety • dlspla} about the camera's statu_ and settlng_ To sho,a thp, mfolnlatlon, press the DISPL4Y button on top of the calnera The tollowlng is a hst of on-screen u,,ed to d_splay the camera's 1con,, stattl,, and ,,ettlngs. current 11/18/2000 16X9- Speed De, plays the current shutter speed used by the camcorder.
On-Screen Displays To turn the Steady PIx feature Tape Counter (O000M) on or off. press the STEADY PIX button on tile side of the camera The symbol. "' .appears on s£'reen when tile feature _s activated F<, detailed in[ol mation. Dl,,play,, VW_ d" Fade Indicator ( _117 ) • Activates one of four dlflerent t 3 pc,, ol fade effects from/to a blank ,,creen 25. indlc:lte.., a slow. gradual • '_ indicates tile qcreen.
On-Screen Displays Tape-Remaining Press tile DISPL-1Y Indicator button (_-,,_) on top of the camma to dJ.,,play the tape-remaining indicator This dl,;play show,, the approximate amount ot tape left for recording or playback Fm ,tm_, v_e_ ira detaH_ icier to page 32 Zoom Indicators (ZOOM and I.ZOOM)( • Tile zoom indicator ( 7 and It _) • ZOOM appear,, when you zoom m_age more than 16 runes • I ZO0,'_I appears when \'ou pre,,,, the IN.ST ZOO,VI button enlarge the picture I 5 hines.
DISPLA Y Microphone REWiREVIEW button External Microphone jack (underneath) CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch Zoom buttons (Tand W) S TEA D Y PIX button DISPLAY Button Pressing the DISPLAY camera's on-screen The display monitor This shows and toggles oll and on both display the battery feature, shutter speed, memory stop, remaining index, fade, indicators. zoom To cancel demonstration mode, remove and reattach the battery or AC power adapter or insert a cassette.
Camera Features AutoShot'" Feature Note: Zooming n'il/ autanlaticallv exit nlacro- p,cus. T<>uhan
Camera Features Tape-Remaining .... Display The tape-remaining display shows Electronic the Indexing Each time you begin recording (after the unit has been turned off for at least lkmr approximate amount of tape left for recording or playback. hours), the camcorder automatically records an index mark at the beginning a new recording.
Camera Features Zooming The zoom button,, IT and W) allow amom_t can be manually adju',ted possible, mlmedlatelx magml_'mg for close up_ and w_de-angle u_mg the T and W button,,, the picture I 5 times. shots instant Whde zooming the zoom _s also Zoom buttons (Tand IN) \ Using the Zoom Buttons l T and W) To zoom Using the Instant ffNST. ZOOM) m or out up to 72 tunes the normal magmfication, button T or _1.
Digital Effects Adding Effects The camcorder has a digital processor that allows recording using one of five special digital effects. One can record using: 10X9 mode (wide l_,nnlat), negative image (reversing all colors). 240 times digital zoom (with instani zoom), mirror image (showing tile inlage and its reversed oppositcj, or mosaic image (as though built with mosaic tiles). Each effect is described in de|all in the follow iilg seclion. Selecting I .
Digital Effects Selecting 16X9 a Digital Effect (Continued) Mode The camcoldet has a ,a _de tormat reco_dzn_ mode allnwmg tile czeatlOn of recordings that are compattble _tth the 16X9 T\" format When 16X9 mode ts activated,the L_alllcofder record.,, black bat.', at the top and bottom ol the plctnfe to produce the wldeThis _s a[-,_ kt/o_ n as lett('_ h¢_ _ccurdmg -,t.
Digital Effects Selecting Negative a Digital Effect (Continued) Mode Digital To use the camcorder":, re,. erslng all colors" I Put the camera negative m tecord mode patt,,e mode Make ",ure the on-screen di-.plav,, appear. If not.
Digital Effects Selecting Mirror a Digital Effect (Continued) Mode The camcorder you display has a nm-ror mode that lets a symmetric image on the left and right, obtained by placing the center of the screen. a mirror at Place the camcordcr io record-pause. Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. I. If they do not, press DISPLAY. 2. Repeatedly press DIGITAL until MIRROR . 4. appears. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
Digital Effects Fading in and out of Scenes A professmnal touch can be added to recordings by lading m and out of scenes. Both the picture and sound gradually appear or disappear with these varlons affects. Tile speed ol the fade ts controlled by the camcorder. FADE button Selecting Fade Types Fade effects include w,hlte fade, black. yellow, blue, and green wipe fade, zoom fade, or black-and-white fade.
Digital Effects On-Screen Repeatedly press Fade Effect Displays the FADE button to toggle through selections I I While Fade Black Wipe Fade 4, t I Normal i_"Y E L Picture (No Fade) I Yellow Wipe Fade t 4, B/W ::BLU Black-and-White Fade Blue Wipe Fade t 4, Zoom Fade Green Fading In Fading I. Press REC/PAUSE 2. Repeatedly press to pause recording. FADE to select the 3. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording. The picture and sound gradually appears Out 1.
Tape Counter Locating Tape Segments The tape counter acts as a handy reference memory-stop feature helps locate a certain appears, the tape stops amomatically counter reaches O00(bVl. during CAMERA/ OFF/VCR switch DISPLA Y button RESET button to help you locale tape segments. The point on the tape. When the tape counter rewind or fast forward REW/ REVIEW button when llae tape F.FWD button / s,o iE Ec, / / button ! ©© Using Memory-Stop I. Press REC/PAUSE recording to pause recording.
Editing Videocassettes Editing Features The camcordcr incorporates a complete package it easy and |tin to edit home videos giving li:atures described in this section inchide: • Camera • • Hying Audio Edit Erase Dub RESET button of advanced editing them a professional touch. • Head CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch REW/REVIEW button o Edit Feature edit feature positioning the tape at a specific allows area Begin recording. When editing is desired, press the PAUSE button.
Editing Videocassettes Audio Dubbing The audio dub feature lets you record new audio (sound) on previously recorded video tape without erasing the original video (picture). The previous audio track is erased and replaced with the new dubbed audio. File audio dub feature increases editing flexibility. Video segmems assembled first and then voice-overs tit" music can bc added later. How to add new audio: Speaking Connecting into the camcordcr's an external corder. To connect on the next page.
Editing Videocassettes Connecting the Camcorder External Audio Source to an AV DUB button AV OUT/IN in ]ll I' '.. ,' connections of mono VCR or _ _ taoe deck - switch /Whiteaud,op,ug ,':wh,te "_ --_ _ '1_ _ (connected) _ ,,' _ _ Audio/Video Cable (such as VH83) _,4 \ ,' "_ _ , audio jack ," . j" _" ,.. Yellow video plug (not connected) -ORYellow video plug (not connected) White audio plug AN connections _L. of stereo VCR, . tape deck, laser disc player, DVD player, _.
Editing Videocassettes Dubbing The audio Both Audio and \'ldeo dub and \'idco Ipictute) o11 tt achte\ ed v. tth either • Thc L_'dll/coldu'r's _.]udcd). and Video feature the recording t ecot-ded pleVlOtl',ly bulb-in and C[tlllCl allo_s microphone of both tape T]lc audio or :.Ill c\lelndl new dnd aud,o (sound) video IlllL'rop]l(HlC I'_ dtlb (not II1 d. - <+t • All exletll_.l] -\l l)I0 ,tnd ,.llld \ideo ,,_Me111 and \ c llo\_ \ IDEO jacks \ ldeo Dubbing recording ,,Oul
Editing Videocassettes Connecting the Camcorder to External Audio and Video Sources AV DUB bu_on AV OUT,IN switch Yellow,_ video Jack ",, t i : '. :'. Yellow ' ' White audm plug AUDIO ..= // OUT _,J'_ VIDEO OUT video plug , ..... _o.°o Back of VCR or TV monitor Yellow video plug ,, ,. White audio jack :, .
Editing Videocassettes Camcorder Titler The camcorder's bruit-in tltler can store added personalized text into memory The created title can be displayed and recorded at an_, tune Tile built-in character register contains more than 45 dlflerent chatactei's tntle can contain up to 32 characters on two lines. - (minus) button' (also REW/REVIEW EDIT-ADV. button (also STOP/EJECT TITLER button ooo0 46 button) + (plus) button (Also F.FWD Button) CAMERA IOFF VCR switch \ Your button) \ .
dltl g V deocassettes Creating Personalized Titles Correcting Attach a power source to the camcorder. Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch and slide it to CAMERA. I . . , Press the EDIT-ADV Make to the desired the first customized (plus) 5. character the + button appears of charcters After selecting for a by pressing (minus) See life chart sele_'lions. to move character. selection title or desired button until the on screen.
Editing Videocassettes Recording onto a Tape in the Camcorder I, Attach a power source to the camcorder. Press and hold the small button on the ('AMERA/OFF/VCR switch and slide it to the CAMERA position, 2. Recording Titles While Copying a Tape From the Camcorder to Another VCR I. Attach a power camcorder. 2. Place the tape to copy in Ilae camcorder, then press and hold the small button on the CAMERA/OFF/ Navigate to the desired location on the tape to record a title.
Tips Recording Tips • Make sure indoor scenes are well lit. Fading in and out of scenes Adequate lighting improves picture quality and color reproduclion. videos appear • sicud)'giaduul bhuTing • "pan" variety avoids "jitter." und Use the vicwfinder {}l LCD monitor i:{) eusure the camcorder is level rec{}rding so that scenes don't appear bump or tap the camcorder's microl)hone as u sound test while recording to ensure the camera's view doesn't become tilted.
Copying _pes Recording From a VCR or TV Monitor To record from a VCR orTV monitor to a tape ill the camcorder using audio and video output .jacks, an optional A/V cable, such as VH83 is needed. For detailed information, see the "Optional Accessories" section in the manual's R{_/k'rem'es section. To connect the camcorder to an external VCR or TV source, see the diagram below. AV OUT/IN switch Yellow_ video jack White _) audio plug AUDIO OUT Yellow video plug \ VIDEO OUT @....
Copying Tapes Copying Tapes to the Camcorder Installation 1. Attach the white plug on one end of the optional audio/video cable to the AUDIO OL/Tjack of the VCR oITV monitor. Note: Atl optiottal amlio/video cahle, , . such atta_'h the audio phtg to the fl,'k laheled MONO. 0' no jaek is labeh,d MONO, a Y-ad_q_ter IIRI.\'he needed, as shown on the yellow plug on the same end to the I, IDEO OUT jack on the VCR or YV monitor. as Vt!&_ is needed for this operation.
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Using the LCD Monitor Recordings can be watched or Viewfinder in color using the LCD monitor or viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 45 degrees, the viewfinder automatically off. Close the LCD monitor and the viewfinder amomatically turns on. Rotate the monitor convenient camcorder's playback. built-in completely around and place it against the camcorder for During phlyback, recorded sound can be heard through speaker when using the LCD monitor.
Playing Back Tapes 2. battery, or optional • • Press the STOP/KIECT button to lnsert the cassette with its safety facing up and the tape windows facing out. The camcorder lapes recorded • compartment. can only play back • in the SP. S pecd. it to the VCR position. Use the LCD monitor Pull the viewfinder out from the Turn the BRIGHT control under- neath the viewfinder to adjust brightness of the eyepiece. Note: You cannot hear the sound.f!'om cally turns off. 5.
Playback Playback Features CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch _. F.FWD button REW/REVIEW button STOP/EJECT button \ [ oooo o REC/PAUSE button Tape Positioning Press the small, red button CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch it to the VCR position. • During FFWD • button once to Searching playback, press and hold the button or REWiREVIEW button to search tile tape visually or reverse. to return to normal mode. Pause During playback,press the REC/ PAUSE button to "stop the action" and view one frame of the tape.
Playback Playback Features (Continued) TRACKING buttons (also Wand 7) Tracking During playback, button (W or 73 to move the streaks • During streaks stop-action one tracking button might appear playback, pressing might reduce the tape to reset the tracking to its preset 56 center. image. Press either TRACKING up or down and out of the picture. picture "jitter" (picture bouncing up and down). Some "jitter" is normal.
Playback Playback on a TV or VCR Using A/V Input Jacks To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor or VCR with Audio/Video IN jacks, an optional A/V cable such as VH83 is needed. See, "'Optional Accessories" m the Re fi'rences section of this manual to order necessary cables. If your TV is already connected to a VCR. attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch AV OUT/IN switch / White audio plug AUDIO IN ..... VIDEO IN "%_'_i€_ f video plug _ .......
Playback of the A/V cable to the AUDIO jack (located under the small cover on the playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR and press the VCR's RECORD button. side of' the camcorder). 4. Attach the yellow VIDEO jack on the canlcorder. 5. Set the AVOUT/IN plug to the yellow switch to OUT. Note: Make sure the memoo.-st_q_ /_,ature i._ turned Oil(press' DISPLAY) or the canlcorder wil! enter I_/ay-patt_c rea_ q_e._( )(100M. when the (outlier Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 5.
Playback Playback To connect on a TV Without A/V inputs your camcorder to a TV without A/V inputs, an optional CRF95 RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VHg0, are necessary. more information about output adapters and coaxial cables, see, "'Optional Accessories," in the R_[_,;ences section of this manual. IftheTV hits AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR).refer previous pages.
Playback Playback Operation 4. I. 2. Set the CH3/CH4 switch RF output or CH4. to channel adapter on the • Turn the volume control on the Clt3 monitor down all the way to prevent picture distortion. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the • same channel you selected v,'ith the RF output adapter's CH3/CH4 switch. 3. Press and hold the small button CAMERA/OFF/VCR set it to VCR. Viewing What's switch on the while you During playback, use the playback features (s'ee pages 54-55,fin'.
Optional Accessories This section offers a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of owning and using VHS camcorder. The following pages have a selection of accessories which help make more memorable moments look and sound even better. These accessories are designed videos more enioyable. to make the process of recording To order accessories, contact your local RCA reseller Accessries Order Form at the end of this section.
Optional Accessories Rechargeable EP096FS batteries AC battery charger and EP096FL CPS014 "1 \ The CPS014 These rechargeable lead-acid charger plugs directly into an AC outlet and charges EP096FS and EP096FL camcorder batteries are designed specifically for long life. The EP096FS is a l-hour battery. The used virtuallv plug adapter on anywhere might in the world. A be required in some countries. and off and use zoom and pause).
Optional Accessories Coaxial RF cables Audio/Video VH83 VH82 (6-ft) VH90 (12-ft) These RF cables are used with the RF This six foot audio/video cable can be used to connect the camcorder to aTV output adapter toconnect the camcorder to a standard TV (one withouI A/V input jacks) cable li)r playback. monitor copying If the TV has 300 or VCR for tape playback tapes. or ohm antenna screw terminals, an optional 75-to-30(1 ohm transformer, such as VH54, is necessary.
Optional Accessories Tripod AC093 Mounting tile camcordcr on a tripod, produces excellent video restilts. such as AC093, keeps tile camcorder This tripod's Iluid-efl;ect head provides smooth camera motmt makes it easy to attach or i-el]]o\,re the camcorder. steady and pan and tilt. The quick-release The _rooved, tubular 3-section leg d0sign folds down to 24" when not in use. Rubber feet allow for sure footing built-in retractable lc_z spikes eliminate the need Ior removing the feet.
Optional Accessories Removing the lens hood Remove the lens hood so you can attach optional lens extenders, or lens filter kits. Attaching I. Attach an accessory accessories, such as wide-angle lens, Lens the lens cap over the lens hood. 2. To remove the lens cap and hood, turn them counterclockwise with the pahn of your hand. 7 , Turn the accessory lens clockwise into the camcorder's hens. Make sure the lens is tightened firmly, but do not over tighten.
Optional Accessories Order Form for Camcorder Model CC4393 Description Part Deluxe AC093 $ 59.95 AC202 $ 49.95 AH25 $ CPSOI4 $219.95 CRF95 $ 59.95 Cal" Cord Adapter DCCO96A $ 44.95 Rechargeable Battery (Extended/ EPO96FL $ 59.95 Rechargeable Battery EPO96FS $ 693)5 75-300 Transformer VH54 $ 2.95 VH82 $ 5.45 VH83 $ 5.95 VH90 $ 7.
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Optional Accessories To order accessories, contact an authorized RCA reseller. Ifa dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions telephone or direct-by-mail. Orders in the United States below to order by and Canada To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8 AM and I0 PM (EST) Monday through Friday or between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.(EST) Saturday.
References In this section, specific information about the camcorder can be found. This includes care and maintenance, specifications, troubleshooting, warranty information, and an index for the manual are sources found here.
References Troubleshooting If you're ha\'ing trouble with your cumcorder, you probably can correct the problem yoLn+sell +.Before you lake your camcorder to an Authot+ized RCA CalllCOrdel Service Center or call a service person, use the ch_.trl below. Find the problem and try the adiustmentts) that is listed to tile right. If set\ ice should IO _.Ct hc neccs>+ury, rcad you " warranty to find Otl[ what is covered and how SclX+ It..C, Trouble [ Checks and Adjustments i No po\\ cr _Voll'l i'et..
References 1 Trouble Sotitld is Checks and Adjustments |oo ]t)Vv Of • Subject was Ioo far ] [1O111 CalllCol'der. d Jstt)rtcd Ta1+u still> clurhlg re\\ md t)r tam tt)n,_+ard t,t+\_,H! not ()pCldte cltNili_ IC'A ltld I'q t _fl\v Whenever the tape counter stop rewinding (or tasi fl)iv+ardJng) OOI)Ol4. Plcs,_ RI:tI/R/:_I ('utllC<'_]d,..'r I!lpla) reltl-tillS or pt-css I)],SPL+ W to tClllOVC • 71"al+_hicsdo not appear in ,+iowfhldcr lllOllitor. - Ptt_<,,s A'/+.( , Pro>> 777Lb.
References Trouble Checks and Adjustments Date and/or title were o11 time or Displays recorded tape are recorded viev, finder or on the viewfinder or LCD When G Date and/or are incorrect \iiewfindcr off time turns nlonitor I)A'Fb: or Q automaticall\, change on tape tile whene\er I+CI) nlt+nitor. when is selected, whell yon hegin recorded Title is recorded I.CD Monilol-. from the viewfinder whenc\er Pre<
References Trouble Black bars on top and bottom o1' Checks and Adjustments • IOX9 feature selected. • Sunlight picture. Bright. crystal- is directly entering the lens. shaped spots appear in icy+ finder or on t+Cl) m o11it+,_r Colored bright Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green, or blue) may appear in vie,_ finder or on the I_CD monitor. These spots are not recorded on tile tape and are not due to a defect in the unit.
References Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's Cautiou: Use o/'strong cleaning i_t_uh_<'ts, _t¢ch as llu,se catttaining exterior, icnlo,.e _.llly pq,_v,cr source connecled to lhe camo:lrder mid gentl_', wipe il wilh :.t clean sol]cloth. Cleaning alcohol or henzitw, the might chlmage ('alTl('()lk[('l] lhe Lens T.,+clean the cam,..'order's Ion,-, with cleaning LINd (/11 c_.llllCl+a lens. blov, It with a t;h;,.,,cr I',rush. and then gently tissue ,:rod commercially It21]s.
References Proper Care and Storage Keep dust and grit lronl entering tile canlcol'dcl"S cassette door. Dust • and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's recording/phiyback Always place camcorder Before heads and cassettes. the lens cap back subject the camcorder to swinging, s hak ing, or dl-oppi ng. • Do not store the camcorder lures below -22°F (-30°C) 149°F (65::C). • When the camcorder on the when it is not in use.
References Specifications General Viden Rec_lrder Format: Power requirement: 9.6VDC Power consunlption: LCD monimr oil: 9 watts Viewfinder Weight: on: Video Input I1) Vp-p. 75 ohm One flying erase head Video signal: EIA standard NTSC color (D) Viewfinder 0.55" color eleclronic viewfinder LCD Monitor 3" diagonally measured LCD/T['T active matrix system ohm Camera Section Scanning: Input -7.g dBs (316m Vrms), more than 47 K ohm Audio heads Output 1.
References Limited Warranty You can reach Thomson Thomson provides a toll-tree telephone number to help you with any problems you may encounter with your camcorder. Many can be diagnosed over the phone, and if necessary, repair or replacemenl will be arranged. Please have your camcorder model/serial number and date ill the R_llowmg number: 800-283-6503 (Toil free inside U.S.A.) Our tollq'ree Camcorder number of purchase ready when you call.
References What your warranty Any defect how For covers: in materials lung after to our phone security or workmanship. your One year for The parts, milts begins we will the Exchauge 90 days 3our camcorder nefurbished unit, or repair The option Exchange and your 3. Ship tile unit back to tlS+cxchiding camcorder. • • get send will `+'c_n a rul?lacenlent ilnit. till `<`+'ill be no accessories, tisiilg the replacement tinit's carton.
References 4. Pick up your If tile repairs V_Cl-ecovered by your v,,arranty, you will not be billed. What "12, I{'( '<'il'{' {I I{'/)/{l( r{'_'_'irud . \¢)lll" Write Y'lll{'lll lftlil on the outside used to return sure you insure _our damaue or loss. 3. of • the unit. Make shipment material • oI purchase • dale. stlch as a bil! ot sale. to verif,, your
References B Symbols + And - Buttons. Battery See Minus (-) Button. See Also Plus (+) Button 16x9 Indicator 27, 35 Attaching/Removing Care I 9 Charging 16 Safety Precautions Storage 19 Using 16 A A. Dub Indicator 28 28 C AC Battery Charger Audio/Video Cable 62 63 Cable 63 Transformer Adapter Carrying Case 61 Coaxial RFCables Order Form 66 Ordering 61 Cleaning Turning Camera 63 On 5 Edit Feature 41 Switch 5, 9, 12. 17, 20.
References Exchange Clock Battery Charging 24 Color Enhancement Light Copying Tapes 58 Customer AssistanceJService Customer Service Number 7, 9, 12 77 Eyepiece Focus Warranty 54 Control 1 10. 53 F 1 F.FWD (Fast Forward) Button 9, 23, 40, 44. 46, 55 Fade Button 10. 38 Fade Feature 38 D Date And Time Fade Indicators 28, 38 Display 23, 28 Recording 24 Setting 23 Date/Time Button 9, 23, 28, 48 DCCable 3. 15, 16, 17, 20 Fast-forwarding Indicator DCIng.
Index Indicators (Cont.) Tape Counter 28, N 40 Tape End 28 Tape Remaining ZM:2 27, 36 Zoom 27, 29 29, Neg Pos Indicator 27. 36 Negative Mode 36 32 No Tape Indicator Zoom Level 29, 33 Information to User 85 O Inserting/Removing Cassettes. See Cassettes: Insert And Remove Open Inst.
Index Power Using Battery 16 Using Optional Car Cord Adapter Power Indicator 15 Problem Solving. Prodttc! 20 See 7)-oul_h>,d_(_otm_ Registration i During Playback Extension Pad 6, Shoulder Slrap Shoulder Strap Altachmcnt 3 Solving Problems. SP Speed 21. 54 Review Feature 30 Recording Sltlitis Rings 10, II See Troubleshooting And Playback hldictttors Rec Indicator Rec/Pause 7. 28 Button 7, 10, 35. 37, 39, 42, 55, 58. 60 Rechargeable Battery 44, 48, 51.
Index Titles 47. See Also Titler Correcting Errors 47 Tracking 56 Tracking Buttons 10,56 Tripod Oplional 64 Using 64 Troubleshooting TV Viewing 70 60 V Video And Audio Jacks 9. 42, 44. 57. 59 Videocassettes 21 Copying To Canacorder Copying To VCR Playing Back 54 Viewfinder 10, 26 Playback Viewfinder Using Viewing 51 58 53 6.
References Information to User This equipment has been tested and fl.mnd to comply with the limits fl)r a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However.
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