Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. rain I camcorder WARNING:or AC adapter/charger To reduce the to risk of or firemoisture. or shock hazaxd, do not expose This symbol RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC TO REDUCE THE RISK (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE TO QUALIFIED OF ELECTRIC SERVICE "dangerous the product that presents shock or personal injury.
Wewanttomakesureyouenjoyyournewcamcorder. If youhaveany questions, call: CamcorderExchangeWarranty........... 800-283-6503 (pages77-78) Customer Accessories Service ................................... 800-336-1900 (page 76) ............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 63-68) Assistance ..................................... 3 First-Time Operation 3 .................. Recording ...................................
Recording (Cont.) White Balance ............................... Optional Accessories 38 Auto White Balance .................... 38 Manual White Balance ................ 38 .................. Using the Optional AC088 Tripod .......................................... 65 Order Form for Camcorder Model CC6163 ....................................... 67 Exposure Control .......................... 40 Auto Exposure ............................. 40 Manual Exposure ........................
This section describes the steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Assistance The toll-free numbers axe available to help you with any problem you may encounter. Camcorder Exchange Warranty ............... 800-283-6503 Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900 Accesso_'ies ............................................. 1. Unpack the camcorder 800-338-0376 and accessories.
2. Attach the adapter/charger. ToAC100-240, 50/60 Hz Adapter/ Jack Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder. • Connect one end of the DC cable • Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on the camcorder as shown above. • Plug the adapter/chaxger's plug into an operating outlet. to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger. 3. Adjust the hand strap to fit your hand.
5. Insert a tape. Push here to close cassette compartment. • Slide the EJECT switch. The cassette holder opens automatically. • Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape. 6. Select a recording EJECT Switch • Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. • Press the button on the cassette door to lock the cassette holder into place. speed. SP/SLP Select SP or SLP recording speed.
7. Set POWER (CAMERA MAN/CAMERA switch to CAMERA A UTO. A UTO/OFF/VCR) Switch and Indicator • The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters record-pause. _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 MAN or CAMERA AUTO), turn the power off (OFF), or play back tapes (VCR). • CAMERA AUTO places the camcorder in the AutoShot TM mode. .
. Select a tape length. MENU/DISPLAY Button Switch and Indicator Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Push In) 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. 2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY TAPE LENGTH button T30 T40 to display the menu in the viewfinder. TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP DATE/TIME TITLE LANG. DEMO MODE _'RETURN 3. Rotate EXIT "Ok=l_ T30 OFF OFF ON 5. Rotate ENGLISH OFF the menu PUSH dial to highlight TELE MACRO ,OFF_ OFF OFF TALLY LAMP DATE/TIME TITLE LANG.
LENS COVER Control TALLY Light REW • • Button STOP PLAY/PA Button licator USE )WER Switch _umb Trigger • Press PLAY/PAUSE 10. Start and stop recording. • Place the POWER CAMERA AUTO. switch in • Press STOP when you axe finished • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. _ appears in the viewfinder, and the tally light lights while the camcorder is recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in the recordpause mode.
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14. Review camcorder's operating controls (Continued) 5 SEC. REC Button Zoom Lever Button RELEASE Lever Service Port (Located Under Cover) This connector is for use by qualified service personnel only.
14. Review camcorder's operating controls (Continued) Eyepiece Focus Control _ Viewfinder _ Push here t_ close cassette door.
Adapter/Charger The adapter/chaxger 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. To AC 100-240, 50/60 Hz Adapter/ Charger OUT Jack Attach Adapter/Charger Remove 1. Connect 1. Unplug the adapter/charger wall outlet. one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/ charger. 2.
Rechargeable Battery The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the first time. Initial charging takes approximately 70 minutes. When fully charged, the battery supplies approximately 60-70 minutes of operating time - depending on how much you use zoom and pause. Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks. Note: Use the small marker switch on the top of the battery to help remind yourself to charge the battery. It has no other purpose.
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Hold Battery Flush and Slide (Continued) ,Reference Marks To AC Wall Outlet 100240 Volts, 50/60 Hz. CHG (Charge) REFRESH Indicator Adapter/Charger Button Charge the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger, remove it. 6. Remove the charged battery by sliding it off the adapter/chaxger. 1. Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter/charger. 7. Attach the charged battery to the camcorder. 2.
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (Continued) 4. Care and Storage 5. After the battery is charged, the CHG (charge) indicator stops flashing and lights. Remove charger. Battery the battery from the adapter/ Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder and shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery. Battery • Recharging takes approximately 70 minutes for the battery depending on the battery's condition.
Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord page 63 allows you to power camcorder from the cigarette socket of a car, truck, or RV. 12-volt to a 6-volt output. shown on your lighter It converts Note: Consult the installation and operating instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for complete operating instructions. Use the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter To Cigarette Lighter Socket Power Optional DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Set the POWER 1. switch to OFF to turn 5.
Install the Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator _5 flashes for a few seconds in the viewfinder when you turn on the camcorder if the cell is not installed or needs replacing. /Insert Object Here to Remove Cell Clock Cell Holder Clock Cell (+ Side Facing Out) 1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supply attached to the camcorder. 2. Pull the clock cell holder out of the clock cell compartment. 3. Insert the clock cell with the "+" terminal facing out, and press it in. 4.
Set the Date and Time You must set the correct date and time before you can display and record it on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous page before you can set the date. Menu (Rotate or Press In) CAMERA Switch MAN in MENU/DISPLAY Button 1. Set the POWER MAN. switch to CAMERA highlight 2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY display 18 button the menu in the viewfinder. TELEMACRO TAPELENGTH REC TIME INT. TIME TALLYLAMP DATE/TIME TITLELANG. DEMOMODE b'RETURN 3.
Set the Date and Time (Continued) 4. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the DATE/TIME . menu. the hour stops flashing and the minutes start flashing, rotate the menu PUSH dial to set the minutes. DATE/TIME 2000 JAN 1 AM 12:00 MONTH DAY TIME Press the menu PUSH dial in. When 10. Press the menu PUSH dial in. When none of the settings axe flashing, the menu PUSH dial to highlight EXIT. EXIT . Rotate DATE/TIME YEAR MONTH DAY TIME the menu PUSH dial to highlight YEAR.
Record AUTO DATE, Date, Time, and Title Displays You must install the clock cell and set the date and time (as shown on the previous pages) before the you can select and record the correct date and time. Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) in CAMERA MAN Select AUTO DATE, Date, Time, or Date and Time to Record 1. Attach a power supply and set POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. The power indicator FOCUS EXPOSURE M. W.B. 16 X 9 TITLE ME DI_P. lights.
Record AUTO DATE, Date, Time, and Title Displays . Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the date/time want to record • AUTO DATE: • TIME: The time is displayed recorded. display you matically recorded for approximately five seconds and then AUTO DATE is displayed whenever: The date is set or changed. • This display • The tape is changed or the tape compartment opened. • This display is selected whenever the POWER switch is set to CAMERA AUTO.
Make sure you select good quality tapes for your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapes or tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads, resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback. Because there is no control over the type of tape purchased or rented by consumers, head cleaning is not covered under warranty. It is considered normal maintenance. Erase Protection - Safety Tab You can use your videocassettes over and over again.
Insert and Remove Cassettes Tape Window Push here to close cassette compartment. SP/SLP Button Switch EJECT Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of the cassette in the 1. Slide the EJECT switch. direction shown to remove any slack in the tape. 2. Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and tape window facing out. 3. Press the button on the cassette to lock the cassette __ Cassette The cassette holder opens automatically. door holder into place.
Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder for the tape speed you select is displayed. You must set the correct tape length in the TAPE LENGTH feature of the menu before the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining. Menu (Rotate or Press In) Select a Tape Length 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. 2. Press and hold the SP/SLP button to select a tape speed. 3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder.
Time-Remaining Display (Continued) --MIN I (Calculating) --MIN T30 - -- Tape Length Indicator 29MIN Tape Speed Indicator 3MIN TAPE END 2MIN (Flashing) Time-Remaining Display in Viewfinder ]NIN (Flashing) ONIN (Flashing) . D. ZOOM TELE MACRO ON .,OFt TAPE LENGTH REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP DATE/TIME TITLE LANG. DEMO MODE PRETURN ,T_0_ OFF ON . highlight using.
Recording • Tips Try to make sure indoor scenes axe well-lit. This improves picture quality and color reproduction. camcorder to add variety to your recordings. Be aware of video and audio back- Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steadygradual "pan" avoids blurring and "jitter". • Use the viewfinder to make sure the camcorder is level while recording so that your scene isn't "tilted".
Use the Viewfinder to See What You Record The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. Eyepiece Focus Control -- 7 Viewfinder 1 Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing For convenient viewing, rotate the viewfinder up or down. Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your vision. If you wear eyeglasses, you probably can operate the camcorder without them.
Viewfinder Displays Several displays camcorder. You than one second length indicator, appear in the viewfinder to aid in the operation of the can press and hold the MENU/DISPLAY button for more to remove or display the battery level indicator, tapeand tape-remaining display. r'ra SEPIA mPAUSE HAPPY BIRTHDAY Battery • Level Indicator This indicator power • • AUTO DATE, Date, Time, or Date and Time ) shows the amount left in the rechargeable of battery.
Viewfinder ° Displays (Continued) ._KSPORTS This indicator • appears when you select _O_ appears when you select ]_:FINE to record outdoors on a sunny day. SD:SHADOW • -)_,,_ appears when you select -)_,,. :CLOUD to record outdoors cloudy day. Status Displays when the _2S1/2000 • appears This indicator appears when you select 1/2000 to record faster-moving action than the SPORTS mode. The PAUSE indicator during record-pause. • • appears when the camcorder back a tape.
Viewfinder Displays (Continued) T30 M 0:00:00 5MIN =,-EFFECT SP I-_] FADER [] +03 LENS COVER TAPE END Dew Warning ([]) • _] FADER The dew indicator appears when excessive moisture (condensation) has entered the camcorder. The camcorder will not • [] MOSAIC • I_IDOOR • _" SCROLL wipe. • Details are on pages operate when this indicator appears. Place the camcorder in a warm, dry area until this indicator disappears. Exposure Indicators Fade are on pages 40-41.
Viewfinder • Displays (Continued) ,_, and ,,_, flash while you adjust manual focus and i_ and i_ flash when you cannot adjust the focus any farther • Details Lithium • am on pages Cell ( _ 36-37. ) 5S ) /_ 5S appears when you press the 5SEC. REC button for five-second recording. Details The interval am on page 33. time selected for self- timer or time-lapse recording ( _ 15S, 30S, 1MIN, or 5MIN) appears here. Details am on pages 48-49 and 52-53.
SEARCH R 44 Button SEARCH F ,, Button MENU/ DISPLAY Button Thumb Trigger SP/SLP Button POWER Switch Tally Light AutoShot TM Microphone Mode The POWER switch lets you select automatic or manual control of several features. • The camcorder automatically controls focus, exposure, and white balance. To Turn on the AutoShot • The MENU/DISPLAY 1. Set the POWER TM Mode switch to CAMERA AUTO. The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters recordpause, pAUSE viewfinder. 2.
Five-Second Record Feature Camera The five-second record feature allows you to record for five seconds providing short scene transitions. 1. Set POWER or CAMERA switch to CAMERA MAN. AUTO The camera edit feature allows you to position the tape when the camcorder is in record-pause. Set POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO or CAMERA MAN. Press and hold SEARCH to visually in reverse. 2. Make sure the SP/SLP button is set to SP. Press and hold to change. 3. Press 5SEC. REC to display/15S the viewfinder.
Zooming You can zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by moving the zoom lever on the camcorder. The camcorder automatically focuses when you zoom at most distances. Digital zooming allows you to zoom up to 50 times. To record a close-up of a small subject closer than three feet. Turn on the TELE MACRO feature in the menu. You can record a small subject at a distance of approximately 23 inches.
Zooming 3. (Continued) • Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the D. ZOOM Select ON to turn digital zooming on. menu. • Select OFF to turn digital zooming off. D. ZOOM 5. OFF Press the menu PUSH dial twice to turn digital zooming on or off and remove the menus from the viewfinder. Notes: picture Digital special EXIT 4. Rotate highlight the menu PUSH dial to OFF or ON. As the zoom level increases, the gradually becomes less sharp. zooming is recommended mainly for effects.
Focusing The camcorder adjusts focus automatically under normal conditions. You might need to focus manually under certain conditions. Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) POWER Switch CAMERA MAN in Auto Focus During auto focus the camcorder focuses on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO to turn on the auto focus feature. No focus indicator the viewfinder.
Focusing (Continued) Manual Focus You might need to focus manually under certain conditions. 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. 2. Rotate the zoom lever to T to zoom in on the subject and center the subject in the viewfinder. 3. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder. FOCUS is highlighted. EXPOSURE M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TITLE DATE/TIME DISP. 6. Adjust the focus for a subject nearer or farther away. • Rotate the menu PUSH dial up to focus on a subject farther away.
White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved by adjusting the way the camcorder "sees" and records the light source in the scene you record. Your camcorder is equipped with automatic white balance. You might want to adjust white balance manually under certain conditions, such as recording an object with various shades of the same color or when recording a predominantly red or brown object outdoors.
White Balance (Con_nue_ M.W.B. . EXPOSURE M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TITLE DATE/TIME DISP. AUTO :e::FINE o:,_, :CLOUD 'RETURN EXIT Rotate the menu PUSH dial to Note: Connecting your camcorder to a color TV monitor may be helpful when making white balance adjustments. highlight M. W. B. and press the dial in to display the M.W.B. menu. A. Point camcorder at a white, flat object such as a piece of white M.W.B. _:FINE _:CLOUD _:HALOGEN MWB paper. B.
Exposure Control The camcorder controls the iris for you when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA AUTO. The camcorder adjusts brightness automatically under normal conditions. You might need to adjust brightness manually when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject. Button Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) CAMERA ",MENU/DISPLAY 2.
Exposure Control Steady Pix (Continued) TM The Steady Pix feature corrects slight shaking of images during some recording modes. EXPOSURE AUTO • While zooming • When recording subject. EXIT 4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to Adjust the exposure for a dark or bright subject. The exposure you select appears in the viewfinder. • • To brighten the image, rotate the menu PUSH dial up. You can adjust the exposure to +06. To darken the image, rotate the menu PUSH dial down.
Fade or Wipe In or Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade or wipe in and out of scenes. The picture gradually appears or disappears. The speed of the fade or wipe is controlled by the camcorder. FADES Button To Fade or Wipe In or Out • Select [] DOOR wipe to have the scene wipe in with a black screen moving from the center out to the side or wipe out moving from the side into the center.
Fade or Wipe In or Out (Continued) Fade or Wipe In Fade or Wipe Out 1. Press the thumb trigger to pause recording. 1. During recording, repeatedly FADES to select a fade. 2. 3. Note: The last fade used appears the first time you press FADES. Repeatedly press FADES to select the fade or wipe you want to use. Note: The last fade used appears the first time you press FADES. press 2. Press FADES to stop recording. The picture and sound gradually disappear. Press the thumb trigger to start recording.
P. (Program) AE Button The P. (Program) AE button lets you select one of several different effects. Press the button to select the effect you want. The name and indicator for the effect appears briefly and then the indicator remains. P. (Program) Button AE Indicator and Name Uses SEPIA Picture vintage SPORTS Use to capture fast-moving action with less blurring. Use when playing back a recording on a VCR featuring special 1_ effects, such as pause SD:SHADOW Use to counter black mist.
16X9 Mode The camcorder has a wide recording mode that lets you make recordings compatible with the 16X9 format. When 16X9 is activated, the camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the picture to produce the widescreen effect. This is also known as "letterbox" recording. New 16x9 TV Screen J Standard Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) 1. 2. POWER Switch CAMERA MAN Set the POWER MAN. Shape TV Screen in switch to CAMERA Rotate 4.
Preset Titles The title feature lets you choose the language for your titles. one of eight preset titles. You can also choose Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) 'POWER Switch CAMERA MAN MENU/DISPLAY Select a Language 2. Set the POWER MAN. menu PUSH dial in to display the TITLE LANG. menu. switch to CAMERA TITLE LANG. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted. TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP DATE/TIME TITLE LANG.
Preset Titles (Continued) Record 1. 2. a Preset Title Set the POWER MAN. switch to CAMERA Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder. FOCUS is highlighted. EXPOSURE M. W.B. AUTO 16 X 9 OFF TITLE DATE/TIMEDISP. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight TITLE. FOCUS EXPOSURE M. W.B. 16 X 9 AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF TI DATE/TIMEDISP. 'RETURN 4. the menu PUSH dial down to highlight the title you want to record, and press the dial twice to select the title and remove the menus.
Self-Timer Recording You can set the self-timer when recording begins. to delay recording so you can be in the scene Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) MENU/DISPLAY Button POWER Switch CAMERA MAN To Set the Self Timer 1. Set the POWER MAN. switch to CAMERA 2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted. 48 TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH REC TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP DATE/TIME TITLE LANG.
Self-Timer 3. Rotate Recording (Continued) the menu PUSH dial down to highlight INT. TIME and press the dial in to display the INT. TIME menu. INT. TIME __._15S OFF 15 30 S 1 MIN 5 MIN 7. EXIT Rotate 4. Note: The tally light flashes. About five seconds before recording begins, the tally light starts flashing faster. When the camcorder starts recording, the tally light stops flashing. the menu PUSH dial to highlight the desired time (15S, 30S, 1 MIN, or 5 MIN).
Animation Recording You can produce an illusion of movement for an otherwise stationary scene or object by shooting a series of pictures of slightly different poses (such as cartooning). Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) MENU/DISPLAY To Record Button Switch MAN CAMERA Using Animation 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. 2. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP. SP appears in the viewfinder. 3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted.
Animation 4. Rotate Recording (Continued) the menu PUSH dial down to highlight REC TIME and press the dial in to display the REC TIME menu. /all 5S D. ZOOM TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH TIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP DATE/TIME TITLE LANG. DEMO MODE b'RETURN 5. Rotate ON OFF T30 OFF OFF ON 8. Press the thumb trigger to start recording. ENGLISH OFF Note: The recording stops automatically after the selected period of recording time. You might want to take two to five shots of the subject in the same position.
Time-Lapse Recording You can make automatic recordings at preset time intervals. The recording shows subtle changes (such as shifts in cloud formations or plant growth) when it remains focused on an object. Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) 'POWER Switch CAMERA MAN MENU/DISPLAY To Record in Button Using Time Lapse 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. 2. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP. 4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight INT. TIME and press it in to display the INT. TIME menu.
Time-Lapse Recording (Continued) • Select 15S to delay the recording for 15 seconds. • Select 30S to delay the recording for 30 seconds. • Select 1MIN to delay the recording for one minute. • Select 5MIN to delay the recording for five minutes. • Select OFF if you do not want the camcorder to delay recording. 8. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to exit the menus. /ll and the amount of recording time and _@ and the amount of interval time between recordings appear in the viewfinder 6.
Tally Light (Turn On or Off) You can turn the tally light on or off using the menu. Tally Light Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) POWER Switch CAMERA MAN in To Turn the Tally Light On or Off 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN. TALLY LAMP OFF 2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted. EXIT TELEMACRO TAPE LENGTH RECTIME INT. TIME TALLY LAMP DATE/TIME TITLELANG. DEMOMODE b'RETURN .
Demo Mode You can turn on the DEMO mode in the MENU to have a demonstration of the camcorder's features. Menu PUSH Dial (Rotate or Press In) POWER Switch CAMERA MAN of some in To Turn the Demo Mode On 1. Set the POWER MAN. 2. If a cassette switch is inserted, to CAMERA remove DEMO OFF ON the safety tab or set it to REC OFF. 3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted. EXIT . TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH REC TIME INT.
Attach the Shoulder Strap The camcorder's shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder from your shoulder and - when you are ready to shoot - bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement. To Attach the Shoulder Strap 1. If the strap keeper is over a _ double section of the strap, / Y slide the strap keeper off the end of the strap. /f/ Replace the keeper on ._./_ the strap between the // buckle and the end of the strap as ___ \ shown. 2. 3.
Use the Viewfinder for Playback You can see tapes using the viewfinder. viewfinder playback. There is no sound during Eyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder REW FF (Fast (Rewind) 44 Button Forward) I_;, Button STOP Button PLAY/PAUSE Button EJECT Switch POWER Switch in VCR To Play Back 1. a Tape 3. Set the POWER switch to VCR. Attach a power supply. The power Attach the adapter/charger, charged battery, or optional car cord. 2. Insert a tape.
Playback Features Viewfinder P.AE and FADES Buttons (Also Tracking REW (Rewind) • • Button FF (Fast Forward) l_, Button STOP Button PLAY/PAUSE Button EJECT Switch COUNTER RIM POWER Switch in VCR Position the Tape Set POWER switch to VCR and press STOP. forward) seconds. • to normal playback. Press and quickly release the REW (rewind) •• button or FF (fast forward) I_I_button to rewind or fastforward • the tape.
Playback Features (Continued) Time Counter Tracking The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. Turn memory stop on to stop the tape automatically during rewind or fast forward when the time counter reaches M 0:00:00. During playback, streaks may appear in the playback picture. Press in both tracking buttons (P.AE and FADES buttons) to activate manual tracking.
Playback on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with audio/video inputs, use the included audio/video cable. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV. Back of Mono VCR or TV Monitor White A" air Pl" _ uu y u_ Y_low ....... AU(IIO/V meo Output Cable Video PI_ _Jac... OR Back of Stereo VCR or TV Monitor I _,_l Y-Adapter (Optional) .
Playback Playback on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Operation Inputs (Continued) and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to the video input channel. • During playback, use the playback features on pages 58-59. To copy what the camcorder is playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR, and press the VCR's RECORD button. 4. B. Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turn on VCR and place it in the "line" or "camera mode".
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.
We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your compact VHS camcorder. The following pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound even better. These accessories axe designed to make the process of recording and watching your videos more enjoyable. To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.
FB1260 Rechargeable Battery This rechargeable, 1-hour, nickelcadmium battery is designed specifically for long life. The FB1260 can be recharged with the AC adapter/charger that came with your camcorder. BB99L Rechargeable Battery CPS91 AC Battery Charger The CPS91 battery charger plugs directly into an AC outlet and charges the FB 1260 and BB99L camcorder batteries. Because the CPS91 operates on 100-240 Volts, 50/60 Hz, it can be used virtually anywhere in the world.
UsingtheOptionalAC088Tripod Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, such as AC088, keeps the camcorder steady and produces excellent video results. This tripod's fluid-effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The quick-release mount makes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder. The grooved, tubular 3-section leg design folds down to 26" when not in use. Rubber feet allow for sure footing.
To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCaxd, or Discover card ready and call the toll-free number listed below. Use this number this order form.
Order Form for Camcorder Model CC6163 Description Part No. Price Super Lightweight Tripod Soft Camcorder Case AC088 $ 49.95 AC201A $ 34.95 Shoulder Strap ACS091 $ 12.95 Y-Adapter AH25 $ Rechargeable Battery (Extended) BB99L $ 77.60 AC Battery Charger CPS91 $ 59.95 Car Cord Adapter DCC08 $ 89.95 Rechargeable Battery (Standard) Audio/Video Cable FB 1260 $ 49.95 VH83 $ DC Cable 244268 $ 28.60 AC Adapter/Charger 242740 $ 91.25 Cassette Adapter VCAII5 $ 49.95 Total Qty.
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Troubles sometimes arecaused bysimple"faults"thatyoucaneasilycorrect without thehelpofaservice technician byfirstchecking afewbasicremedies. Beforeyoucallortakeyourcamcorder toanAuthorized RCACamcorder Service Center, lookbelowforthetypeoftroubleyouareexperiencing. Thenperform the simplechecks andadjustments listedforthattrouble. If service should benecessary, thewarranty information listswhatyourwarranty covers andexplains howtogetservice.
Time-counter memory might be on. Whenever an "M" appears with the time-counter display, the camcorder stops rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter reads M 0:00:00. Press REW I'I or FF ,, again to continue rewinding or fast forwarding, or press COUNTER RIM to turn off the memory-stop feature. Tape stops during rewind or fast forward Camcorder remains in pause mode • Press PLAY/PAUSE to return to normal playback.
Dateand/ortimeare recorded ontape Date and/or incorrect Displays are recorded on tape whenever they appear in the viewfinder. Remove them from viewfinder when recording. See pages 20-21. When AUTO DATE is selected (POWER switch in CAMERA AUTO), date display is automatically recorded when you begin recording or change the cassette. See pages 20-21. time are Clock lithium cell battery might need replacing. See page 17. Date or time might need to be set. See pages 18-19. Cannot set REC or INT.
Bright,crystalshaped spots in viewfinder Rechargeable battery runsdown sooner than expected 72 • Sunlight isdirectlyentering thelens. If battery has not been used for some time, completely drain the battery's power and recharge it. Battery run times are measured when the camcorder is recording continuously. You can check your battery by first fully charging it and then aiming the camcorder at a clock and recording the picture of the clock.
General Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: 5.5 watts Weight: 1.6 lbs. (720g) Dimensions 3-9/16" - Including (W) x 4-11/16" Camera Section Image sensor: 1/4" CCD imager Lens: F1.6, f=3.9 to 62.4mm 16:1 power zoom lens 50:1 digital zoom Filter diameter: 40.5 mm Viewfinder: (H) x 7-13/16" 90 (W) x 119 (H) x 198 (D) mm Viewfinder 0.
Clean the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's exterior, remove any power source connected to the camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth. Clean the Camcorder's Lens To clean the camcorder's lens, blow it with a blower brush and gently wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens. Improper cleaning might scratch the lens. Clean the Camcorder's You can remove Viewfinder the viewfinder eyepiece for cleaning. 1.
Proper Care and Storage • The camcorder might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping. Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's recording/playback cassettes. • heads and • Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it might damage the finish.
Thomson You can reach Thomson following at the number: 800-283-6503 Camcorder number equipment you Many can be diagnosed over the phone, necessary, repair or replacement arranged. Please have your camcorder and if will be and date of purchase when you call. model/ ready If your unit is out of warranty, we will quote the cost of a repair or replacement Returning telephone with your camcorder. serial number operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST Monday - Friday for U.S.
What your warranty covers: to our phone representative. • security purposes. If we receive your unit, excluding all accessories, within 14 days Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • from the date you were provided the RA number, only items not covered by 90 days for labor charges. warranty will be charged to your account. IF YOUR UNIT IS NOT RECEIVED • One year for parts.
To receive received 1. 2. a replacement unit after we have Write the RA number on the outside the carton used to return the unit. of Make sure you insure your shinment case of damage or loss. in Carefully pack the unit, excluding accessories, using the original packing material if possible. 3. What your unit: Include • of purchase • Your name, address 4. 5. no liability or • Batteries for remote • Cleaning of video/audio • Camcorders the U.S.A.
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white balance 39 zoom level 29, 34 Information to user 83 Inserting and removing cassettes 23 Interval time indicators 49, 53 L Lens 10 Lens cover 8 LENS COVER control 4 LENS COVER indicator 31 Letterbox recording 45 Lithium cell indicator 17, 31 Lithium cell, inserting and removing 17 Low-contrast indicator 36 M M.W.B.
Stop-action pause 58 T TALLY LAMPmenu 33 Tallylight 8, 10,32,33,49,54 Tallylightfeature 33,54 Tape copying 61 TAPE ENDindicator 31 Tape, inserting 5 Tape length indicators 31 TAPE LENGTH menu 24,25,31 Tape length, set24 Tape speed indicators 31 Tape wheel5 Tape-length indicator 33 Tape-remaining display 33 TELE MACRO menu 35 Telemacro zooming 35 Things toavoid75 Thumb trigger10,21,32, 33,49,51,53,61 Information Time counter V 59 Time-counter display Time-lapse indicator 31 31, 53 Time-lapse recordin
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