RCA CC6263 manual Trouble Checks and Adjustments

Trouble Checks

Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.

Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.

If service should be necessary, the warranty information lists what your warranty covers and explains how to get service.

Trouble	Checks and Adjustments
No power	• Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR to turn on
		the camcorder. The power indicator lights.
	• If using battery, it might need to be recharged.
	• If using AC adapter/charger, make sure it is plugged
		into a working outlet.
Won’t record or	• If using AC adapter/charger, make sure it is plugged
playback		into a working outlet.
	• If CONDENSATION OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE
		WAIT flashes in the viewfinder, there is moisture in the
		camcorder. Wait until the warning no longer appears
		before operating the camcorder.
	• Make sure POWER switch is set to correct position for
		desired operation.
	• There might not be a cassette in the camcorder.
	• Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.
	• The cassette tape might be broken, try another cassette.
	• You might have reached the end of the cassette, try
		rewinding it.
Won’t playback	• POWER switch must be set to VCR position.
Won’t record	•	Safety tab removed or closed. (See page 22.)
	• POWER switch must be set to CAMERA.
No picture	•	Open lens cover.
Camcorder turns	• Set POWER switch to OFF and then to CAMERA or
itself off		VCR to turn back on. If camcorder is left in record-
		pause or play-pause for several minutes, it turns off to
		prevent tape wear.

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