RCA CC6364/CC6374 manual Turn on the camcorder

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Connections & Setup

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Power switch

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Set the Power switch to the desired setting, either automatic ( A ) or manual ( M ) record mode, powered

off (OFF), or in playback mode ( ).

The POWER indicator comes on when the camcorder is turned on.

Automatic recording A places the camcorder into AutoShot™ mode. Focus, exposure, iris control, white balance, and the video light are controlled by the camcorder during automatic recording.

Manual recording mode M allows you to control many of the camcorder’s special features, including accessing the menus and setting the clock.

Notes:

Many special effects don’t operate in AutoShot mode (see pages 57-59 for more information).

The camcorder automatically turns off to save battery power if you leave it in record-standby mode for more than five minutes. To turn it back on, set the Power switch to OFF, then back to automatic or manual record mode.

POWER indicator

 

 

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Set the video light (OFF/AUTO/ON) Switch to AUTO (CC6374 only)

Slide the video LIGHT switch to AUTO. In this setting, the video light automatically turns on when more light is needed.

Video LIGHT switch (CC6374 only)

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Contents Camcorder User’s Guide Changing Entertainment. AgainImportant Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents Playback Using the MonitorsRecording Advanced Features Other InformationAccessories Order Form Tape Care and Storage Things to AvoidConnections & Setup Connections & Setup Parts ChecklistButtons and Controls MenuCharge Unpack the camcorder and accessories Getting StartedAdjust the hand strap Attach the lens capAttach the power supply Set the video light OFF/AUTO/ON Switch to Auto CC6374 only Turn on the camcorderInsert a cassette tape Tape window facing outUse the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what’s recording Using the LCD monitorUsing the viewfinder Start recording Play your recordingTurn off the camcorder Powering the CamcorderCharging the Battery Charge marker Using the Charge Marker Refreshing the Battery Removing the BatteryBattery Level Icon Battery Care and StorageUsing an Optional Plug Adapter in Foreign Countries Using the Power SupplyRemoving the power supply Using the Shoulder Strap Setting the Date and Time Setting the Tape Recording Speed Setting the Tape Length Using the Monitors Using the LCD Monitor Seeing What You Are RecordingUsing the Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus ControlVolume - - - - - + On-screen IconsRecording and Playback Icons Auto Date, Date, Time, or Date and Time Icons DEC 25Stretch Monotone Special Effect IconsStatus Icons Preset TitlesB. Manual White Balance Icons Tracking IconsExposure Icon Bright and Volume IconsZoom Icon Fade and Wipe IconsOther Icons Time-Remaining Icon TBC Time Base Corrector IconTime Counter Icon Recording Recording Details Journalistic ShootingRecording Digital and Optical Zooming Using the Zoom Lever W and TRetake Using Digital Zoom Using Steady Pix Using the Video Light CC6374 onlyVideo Light Details Recording Tips Playback Playback Options Basic PlaybackTips Using TBC Time Base Corrector Adjusting the TrackingStill Playback Mode Using Counter MemoryShuttle Search Using the Cassette Tape Adapter Choose your ConnectionInserting the Tape into the Cassette Tape Adapter Facing upRemoving the Tape from the Cassette Tape Adapter Gently close the adapter’s tape compartment lidConnecting to a TV or VCR with Audio/Video Input Jacks Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio/Video Input Jacks Tape Dubbing Advanced Features Advanced Features Using the Menus For Advanced AdjustmentSystem Menu Menu DefinitionsCamera Menu REC Time Title Lang Fades Using the Advanced FeaturesFade/Wipe Effects Shutter WipesProgram AE With Special Effects SD ShadowDigital Effects S1/2000 2000 sec. High Speed ShutterExposure Control Focusing Auto FocusManual Focus White Balance Adjustment MWBManual White Balance Date/Time Insert DisplayInstant Titles Animation System MenuTime-Lapse Other Information Power suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itself TroubleshootingNo power is supplied Some menus or features are not availableLCD monitor, the viewfinder and the lens are dirty An error number i.e. E03 appearsRear of the LCD monitor is hot Image is out of focusRecording does not start Picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake modeRecording cannot be performed Animation or Time-Lapse is not availableTape won’t eject Date and time displays disappearWrong date and time are displayed/recorded Final Notes PowerDate/Time Settings Video Recording TBC Time Base CorrectorTapes Cleaning The Camcorder Care and CleaningAfter Using the Camcorder Proper Care and Storage Tape Care and StorageTraveling Tips Things to AvoidCamcorder SpecificationsAC Power Supply Audio/Video JacksCustomer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeBy Thomson Limited Warranty Option What your warranty does not cover How State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your camcorder outside the United StatesFCC and Industry Canada Information AC201A Soft Carrying Case Optional Accessories244427 FB1260 Rechargeable Battery Pack ACS091 Shoulder StrapVH83 A/V Cable Using the Optional AC088 TripodTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA United States and Canada OrdersAccessories Order Form Description Price Qty TotalUSE Your Credit Card This Page Left Blank Intentionally Symbols IndexIndex 100 Chapter 101 North Meridian Street Indianapolis,