RCA CC6263 manual Time Counter, Tracking, TBC Time Base Corrector, To Use the Memory-Stop Feature

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Time Counter

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.

To Use the Memory-Stop Feature

1.Locate the place on the tape you want to return to, set the POWER switch to VCR, and press COUNTER R/M for more than two seconds to reset the counter to 0:00:00.

2.Press COUNTER R/M for less than one second to turn the time counter’s memory-stop feature on or off. When memory stop is on, an M appears before the time counter.

M 0:00:00

3.Continue to play the tape. When you want to return to the place you marked, press the STOP button.

4.Press REW . The tape rewinds to the time counter reading of

M 0:00:00.

Tracking

During playback, streaks may appear in the playback picture. Press both tracking buttons (P.AE and FADES buttons) to

activate manual tracking. Press either button again until the streaks disappear. MT appears during manual tracking.

MT

Press both tracking buttons again to turn automatic tracking back on. AT flashes in the viewfinder for a few seconds and then disappears.

Note: The tracking buttons may have no effect on tapes recorded on other camcorders or VCRs.

TBC (Time Base Corrector)

During playback, TBC reduces jitter from fluctuating video signals even on old tapes. If picture appears distorted, try turning TBC off.

Press and hold the STEADY PIX button for at least one second to turn TBC off or on. It may take a few seconds before TBC actually starts working.

The TBC indicator appears in the viewfinder when TBC is turned on and disappears when TBC is turned off.

TBC

Notes: TBC does not operate during visual search or stop-action pause. The picture may be distorted when normal playback resumes after visual search or stop-action pause.

The picture may be distorted if TBC is turned on or off at the edit in/out points.

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Contents USER’S Guide CC6263 Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsRecording Optional AccessoriesTrouble Checks Specifications Limited Warranty IndexAssistance Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesFirst-Time Operation Rotate Lens Cover control to open lens cover Adjust the handstrap to fit your handAttach the adapter/charger Camera Auto places the camcorder in the AutoShot mode Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus controlSelect a recording speed Insert a tapeSelect a tape length Close the lens cover Set the Power switch to OFF to turn off the camcorderStart and stop recording Play back what you have recordedFades Review camcorder operating controlsReview camcorder’s operating controls BatteryEyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder Attach Adapter/Charger Power Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Adapter/ChargerBattery Safety Precautions Rechargeable BatteryAttach the Charged Battery Remove the BatteryUse the Refresh Button Use the Battery to Power Your CamcorderCharge the Battery Battery Care and Storage Battery Level IndicatorUse the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional Car Cord AdapterTo Remove Lithium Cell Install the Clock Lithium CellDate and Time Display Set the Date and Time Press the menu Push dial in to display the DATE/TIME menu Record Auto DATE, Date, Time, and Title Displays Select the Display on the DATE/TIME DISP. Menu Cassette Erase Protection Safety TabVideocassettes Recording TimeCassette Care and Storage Insert and Remove CassettesSelect a Tape Length RecordingTime-Remaining Display Time-Remaining Display Viewfinder Recording Tips Eyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingUse the Viewfinder to See What You Record Auto DATE, Date, Time, or Date and Time Battery Level IndicatorProgram AE Button Special Effect Indicators Cassette WarningZoom Indicator Preset TitlesB. Manual White Balance Indicators AT or MT Tracking IndicatorFocus Indicators Exposure Indicators +03Fade and Wipe Indicators BK Fader Tape Length T30 Steady Pix IndicatorTape Speed Indicators SP or SLP Lithium CellTo Turn Off the AutoShot Mode AutoShot ModeTo Turn on the AutoShot Mode To Turn Off the Five-Second Record Mode Five-Second Record FeatureQuick Review Feature Camera Edit FeatureDigital Zooming ZoomingUse the Zoom Lever W and T Tele Macro Zooming Auto Focus FocusingConditions Requiring Manual Focus Manual FocusManual White Balance White BalanceAuto White Balance Press the menu Push dial in to remove the menus Manual Exposure Exposure ControlAuto Exposure Conditions Requiring Manual Exposure Steady Pix FeatureTo Use the Steady Pix Feature To Fade or Wipe In or Out Fade or Wipe In or OutRepeatedly Press the Fades Button Fade or Wipe In or Out Viewfinder DisplaysFade or Wipe Fade or Wipe OutProgram AE Button Indicator and Name Uses16X9 Mode Select a Language for the Title Preset TitlesTo Stop Recording the Title Record a Preset TitleAnimation Recording To Record Using AnimationTo Stop Animation Recording Time-Lapse Recording To Record Using Time LapseTo Stop Time-Lapse Recording MINTo Turn the Demo Mode Off Demo ModeTo Turn the Demo Mode On To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attach the Shoulder StrapTraveling Tips Travel TipsTo Play Back a Tape PlaybackUse the Viewfinder for Playback Stop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesPosition the Tape Visual SearchTBC Time Base Corrector To Use the Memory-Stop FeatureTime Counter TrackingInsert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Install Cassette Adapter’s BatteryUse the Cassette Adapter Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter Playback on TV or VCR with Audio/Video Inputs InstallationViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRAC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer VH83 Audio/Video Cable FB1260 Rechargeable BatteryBB99L Rechargeable Battery CPS91 AC Battery ChargerUsing the Optional AC088 Tripod Description Price Qty Total Accessory Order FormOrder Form for Camcorder Model CC6263 Detach Here United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local DealerTrouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsTitle. See pages Cassette. See pages Trouble Checks Video Recorder Section SpecificationsClean the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Care and MaintenanceClean the Camcorder Clean the Camcorder’s LensThings to Avoid Proper Care and StorageReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceFor how long after your purchase Limited WarrantyIf you purchased your camcorder outside the United States Index SymbolsRefresh Index Information to User Tocom Meridian Street Indianapolis,