RCA CC638/639 manual FF Fast Forward Button, 11 A. Audio DUB Button

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Model CC638 Only: Remote Control

5INSERT Button

Used for dubbing video. See pages 72-73.

6START/STOP Button

When the POWER switch is in CAMERA, press START/STOP to start and stop recording.

Note: If the camcorder is left in record pause for more than five minutes, power will turn off.

7TIME LAPSE SELF/INT. (Interval) TIME Button

When the POWER switch is in CAMERA, press to activate the self- timer or select an amount of interval time for interval recording.

8TIME LAPSE ANIM. (Animation)/REC TIME Button

When the POWER switch is in CAMERA, press to set amount of recording time for interval and animation recording.

9PAUSE Button

During playback, press PAUSE to produce a stop-action picture. Press PLAY or PAUSE to return to normal playback.

Caution: Pause is designed for momentary interruptions and should not be used for an extended period of time. If the camcorder remains in pause for more than five minutes, it will automatically enter the stop mode and then turn off.

10FF (Fast Forward) Button

Camcorder’s POWER switch in

CAMERA:

•With camcorder in record pause, press and hold FF to visually search forward on the tape. Release FF to return to record pause.

Camcorder’s POWER switch in VCR:

•When the camcorder is stopped, press FF to fast forward the tape. Press STOP to stop forwarding the tape.

•When a tape is playing, press and release FF to visually search forward on the tape. Press PLAY to return to normal playback. For brief searching, press and hold FF for at least two seconds to visually search forward. Release FF to return to normal playback.

11A. (Audio) DUB Button

Used for dubbing audio. See pages 70-71.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model No CC638/CC639 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsIndex Alphabetical Care and MaintenanceCustomer Assistance and Service PlaybackFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesInsert a tape Attach the adapter/chargerSlide Lens Cover control to open lens cover Adjust the handstrap to fit your handSelect a recording speed Spslp SwitchAdjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control Set the mode select dial to AutoClose the lens cover Place the Power switch in OFF to turn off the camcorderStart and stop recording Play back what you have recordedLens Cover Review camcorder’s operating controlsSee Trouble Checks for details Spslp Button Also Counter R/M Button Attach Adapter/Charger Powering Your CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Using an Optional Plug AdapterRemove the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderBattery Safety Precautions Attach the Charged BatteryUse the Refresh Button Charge the BatteryBattery Care and Storage Battery Level IndicatorOptional Car Cord Adapter Using the DCC08 Car Cord AdapterRemote Sensor Model CC639 Only Remote ControlModel CC639 Only Lithium Cell Installation REW Rewind Button Viss ButtonTime Lapse ANIM. Animation/REC Time Button Time Lapse SELF/INT. Interval Time ButtonVCR Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonPlay Button Zoom T and W ButtonsModel CC638 Only Remote Control 11 A. Audio DUB Button FF Fast Forward ButtonBack Remote Control Holder Insert Pencil Here Lithium Cell Model CC638 Only Install Lithium CellRecording Tips RecordingCassette Recording Time Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Recording and Playback Speeds and TimesCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesAppears in the viewfinder Making a RecordingStart and stop recording Place the Light Offautoon switch in AutoUse the zoom and Snapshot features Add fades and wipesTape Remaining Status IndicatorsBattery Level Indicator LCD PanelEyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingViewfinder Status Displays Viewfinder DisplaysDetails on Title Fade, and Wipe IndicatorsChange Indicator Zoom IndicatorElectronic Image Stabilizer Self-Timer, Animation, and Time- Lapse IndicatorsTime Remaining Display Edit InsertTape Length Exposure IndicatorWhite Balance Indicators If you adjust white balance Dew WarningMicrophone Auto Head CleanerFlying Erase Head Tally LightModel CC638’s Remote Quick Review FeatureCamera Edit Feature Model CC639’s RemoteFull Auto Mode Mode Select DialConditions Requiring Manual Exposure Exposure ControlManual Exposure To Turn Off Manual ExposureAuto Focus FocusingFocus Lock Feature Conditions Requiring Manual Focus Manual FocusTo Add Snapshots to Your Tape Snapshot FeatureRecording To Turn Off EIS Electronic Image Stabilizer EISTo Turn On EIS Electronic Indexing Auto Pause FeatureManual White Balance White BalanceAuto White Balance Auto White Balance Manual White Balance Outdoors Sunny To Display the Recording Menu Recording MenuSet the Tape Length Recording Menu Tape Time-Remaining DisplayZooming Using the Zoom LeverTo Set the Zoom Ratio Recording Menu Shift Zoom Zoom MagnificationTo Set Gain Up Recording Menu Gain Up Slow ShutterTo Set Color Filter Recording Menu Color FilterRecording Menu Title To Add a Preset Title to Your RecordingsTo Turn Off a Title To Create Your Own TitleTo Set the Date and Time Recording Menu Date/Time DisplayTo remove battery Date/Time Display Install the Clock Lithium CellDate/Time Display To Record the Date or Date and Time on Your Tape Press DATE/TIME to select modeMode selected will be recorded Date/Time Display Viewfinder DisplaysRecording Menu Sub Menu To Change a Feature in the Sub MenuTo Select a Jlip ID no Tally Light To Turn the Tally Light on or OFFFollow steps 1-4on the previous To Set the Self-Timer Self-TimerPress the Time Lapse Self INT./TIME button Press 5 to stop Interval Timer flashingSelf-Timer Using Remote Sub Menu Animation Recording To Record Using AnimationPress the Time Lapse Anim Animation Recording Using the RemoteSub Menu Time-Lapse Recording To Record Using Time LapseTo highlight Interval Timer Press the Time Lapse Self Time-Lapse Recording Using the RemoteTo Fade or Wipe Mode Select Dial in AutoFading or Wiping In and Out To Turn Off Fade or Wipe Indicator Menu FunctionTo Use a Production Effect Production EffectsPress 16X9/AE Modes to To Turn Off a Production EffectTo Audio Dub Audio Dubbing Remote OnlyDUB To Edit Insert Edit Insert Remote OnlyInsert To Use the Light Set the Light Offautoon switchBuilt-In Color Enhancement Light Replacing the Bulb To Replace the Bulb AssemblyTo Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapTraveling Tips Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Using the Cassette AdapterInstall Cassette Adapter’s Battery PlaybackRemove Cassette from Cassette Adapter To Play Back a Tape Viewfinder PlaybackStop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesVisual Searching Tape Positioning Time Counter To Use the Memory-Stop FeatureTracking Playback on TV or VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks InstallationViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRPress PLAY/PAUSE MBR SET Button Remote ControlVCR Brand Codes Chart of VCR Code NumbersON/OFF IN/OUT Button Copying Tapes Using Programmable Synchro EditPlayback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs InstallationNormal TV Viewing Playback OperationViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording AC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries Using the Optional AC088 TripodCPS91 AC Battery Charger AH25 Y-Adapter 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable TransformerCoaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ft VH90 12-ft VH83 Audio/Video CableOrder Form for Camcorder Model CC638/CC639 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local Dealer800 338 Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsSee pages See pages 17Manual and focus manually. See pages 100 PagesSee Recording. See pages101 E01, E02, E03Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens103 Proper Care and StorageThings to Avoid 104 Information to User105 Customer Assistance and ServiceReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Limited Warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty Product RegistrationSpecifications 109 Index110 Edit Search +111 OFF/CAMERA/VCR SwitchPause Button AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks112 Random Assembly Edit113 VCR/OFF/CAMERA SwitchMeridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers