RCA CC638/639 manual First-Time Operation, Unpack the camcorder and accessories

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First-Time Operation

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.

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

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.

 

AUTO

H

 

 

SU

 

 

P

MENU

FOCUS

 

MANUAL

 

16X9

 

 

AE MODES

 

 

EIS

 

 

 

PHOTO

 

FADE

DATE/ EFFECTS

 

WIPE

TIME

 

Model CC638 or CC639*

*Your camcorder may look slightly different

from the one shown in this manual.

WARNING:

NICKEL CADMIUM

BATTERY MUST BE

RECYCLED OR

DISPOSED OF

PROPERLY.

Rechargeable 6-Volt Battery

Cassette Adapter

Part No. 232845

Part No. FB1260

 

AC Adapter/Charger

Part No. 221400

and DC Cable

Part No. 233087

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.

 

 

-

+

 

 

Cassette Adapter

Shoulder Strap

Battery

(Size "AA" 1.5 Volt)

Part No. ACS091

 

 

 

Remote Control

 

 

START/STOP

 

 

ZOOM

SELF

 

 

 

INT.

 

 

 

TIME

 

 

PLAY

TIME LAPSE

 

T

 

REC

 

 

 

TIME

 

 

 

ANIM.

 

 

Model CC639 Only:

Edit Cable

Part No. 233088

STOP PAUSE

– OR –

W

REWFF

 

INSERT A.DUB

 

 

 

Model CC638

Model CC639

Part No. 221125 Part No. 221337

Clock and Remote Cells 3-Volt Micro Lithium Cells

–such as CR2025 – available from most local drug stores and camera shops. Use of other cells present a risk of fire or explosion.

Cautions: Lithium cell batteries. Must be disposed of properly. Never handle punctured or leaking cells. 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 cells used in these devices 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.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model No CC638/CC639 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsCustomer Assistance and Service Care and MaintenancePlayback Index AlphabeticalFirst-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 AutoStart and stop recording Place the Power switch in OFF to turn off the camcorderPlay back what you have recorded Close the lens coverLens Cover Review camcorder’s operating controlsSee Trouble Checks for details Spslp Button Also Counter R/M Button Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Powering Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Attach Adapter/ChargerBattery Safety Precautions Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderAttach the Charged Battery Remove the 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 Time Lapse ANIM. Animation/REC Time Button Viss ButtonTime Lapse SELF/INT. Interval Time Button REW Rewind ButtonPlay Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonZoom T and W Buttons VCR ButtonModel 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 RecordingVideo Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording and Playback Speeds and Times Cassette Recording TimeCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesAppears in the viewfinder Making a RecordingUse the zoom and Snapshot features Place the Light Offautoon switch in AutoAdd fades and wipes Start and stop recordingBattery Level Indicator Status IndicatorsLCD Panel Tape RemainingEyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingViewfinder Status Displays Viewfinder DisplaysDetails on Change Indicator Fade, and Wipe IndicatorsZoom Indicator TitleTime Remaining Display Self-Timer, Animation, and Time- Lapse IndicatorsEdit Insert Electronic Image StabilizerWhite Balance Indicators If you adjust white balance Exposure IndicatorDew Warning Tape LengthFlying Erase Head Auto Head CleanerTally Light MicrophoneCamera Edit Feature Quick Review FeatureModel CC639’s Remote Model CC638’s RemoteFull Auto Mode Mode Select DialManual Exposure Exposure ControlTo Turn Off Manual Exposure Conditions Requiring 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 Mode selected will be recorded Press DATE/TIME to select modeDate/Time Display Viewfinder Displays To Record the Date or Date and Time on Your TapeRecording 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 Install Cassette Adapter’s Battery Using the Cassette AdapterPlayback Insert Cassette into Cassette AdapterRemove 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 Coaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ft VH90 12-ft 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable TransformerVH83 Audio/Video Cable AH25 Y-AdapterOrder 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 See PagesRecording. See pages 100101 E01, E02, E03Cleaning the Camcorder Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder103 Proper Care and StorageThings to Avoid 104 Information to User105 Customer Assistance and ServiceReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Limited Warranty How State Law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesSpecifications 109 Index110 Edit Search +Pause Button OFF/CAMERA/VCR SwitchAUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks 111112 Random Assembly Edit113 VCR/OFF/CAMERA SwitchConsumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,
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