RCA CC6392 manual First-Time Operation, Assistance, Unpack the camcorder and accessories

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First-Time Operation

This section describes the 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.

Model CC6372* or Model 6392*

(*Your camcorder may appear slightly

different than the one shown.)

WARNING: NICKEL

CADMIUM BATTERY

MUST BE RECYCLED

OR DISPOSED OF

PROPERLY.

Model CC6372	Model CC6392
Rechargeable Nickel	Rechargeable Nickel
Cadmium Battery	Metal Hydride Battery
Part No FB1260	Part No 244265

Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than charging the FB1260, or 244265 battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

+ -

Cassette Adapter Battery

(Size "AA" 1.5 Volt)

AC Adapter/Charger	Part No. 244269	Cassette Adapter	Shoulder Strap
and DC Cable	Part No. 244268	Part No. 244270	Part No. ACS091

Clock Cell

3-Volt Micro Lithium Cell – 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 must be disposed of properly. Never handle punctured or leaking cell. 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 cell used in this device 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 Product Registration Important Safety InformationAssistance Table of ContentsTable of Contents Assistance 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 Select a recording speed Insert a tapePower Switch Indicator Use the Viewfinder Use the Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You RecordUse the LCD Monitor Rotate the menu Push dial to highlight Tape Length Select a tape lengthStart and stop recording Set the Power switch to OFF to turn off the camcorderPlay back what you have recorded Close the LCD monitor and lens coverFades Review camcorder operating controlsRelease Review camcorder’s operating controlsUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Power Your CamcorderAdapter/Charger Attach Adapter/ChargerAttach the Charged Battery Rechargeable BatteryRemove the Battery Battery Safety PrecautionsUse 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 Rotate the menu Push dial to highlight DATE/TIME Set the Date and TimePress 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 LCD Monitor or Viewfinder DisplaysDate Display The date is displayed and recorded Date and Time Display The date and time are displayedVideocassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording Time CassetteCassette Care and Storage Insert and Remove CassettesSelect a Tape Length RecordingTime-Remaining Display Time-Remaining Display Viewfinder Or on LCD Monitor Tape Length Indicator Tape Speed IndicatorUse the LCD Monitor Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You RecordEyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingUse the Viewfinder Program AE Button Special Effect Indicators Battery Level IndicatorLCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays Cassette WarningB. Manual White Balance Indicators Preset TitlesAT or MT Tracking Indicator Zoom IndicatorExposure Indicators +03 Bright or Volume IndicatorFade and Wipe Indicators BK Fader Focus IndicatorsTape Speed Indicators SP or SLP Steady Pix IndicatorLithium Cell Tape Length T30To Turn Off the AutoShot Mode AutoShot ModeTo Turn on the AutoShot Mode Quick Review Feature Five-Second Record FeatureCamera Edit Feature Tally LightDigital Zooming ZoomingUse the Zoom Lever W and T Zooming Tele Macro ZoomingAuto Focus FocusingConditions Requiring Manual Focus Manual FocusManual White Balance White BalanceAuto White Balance Select Halogen when recording using halogen or tungsten 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 OutFade or Wipe Fade or Wipe In or Out LCD Monitor or Viewfinder DisplaysFade or Wipe Out Repeatedly Press the Fades ButtonProgram AE Button Indicator and Name Uses16X9 Mode Select a Language for the Title Preset TitlesTo Stop Recording the Title Record a Preset TitleTo Set the Self Timer Self-Timer RecordingINT. Time OFF Animation Recording To Record Using AnimationTo Stop Animation Recording Time-Lapse Recording To Record Using Time LapseTo Stop Time-Lapse Recording MINTo Turn the Tally Light On or Off Tally Light Turn On or OffTo Turn the Demo Mode Off Demo ModeTo Turn the Demo Mode On To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attach the Shoulder StrapRecording Tips PlaybackUse the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback Set the Power switch to VCR Attach a power supplyTo Play Back a Tape Insert a tapePosition the Tape Playback FeaturesVisual Search Stop-Action PauseTracking To Use the Memory-Stop FeatureTime Counter Insert 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 VCRTraveling Tips Optional AccessoriesAC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter To order accessories, contact your local DealerRechargeable Battery FB1260 Rechargeable Battery CPS91 AC Battery ChargerVH83 Audio/Video Cable AH25 Y-AdapterUsing the Optional AC088 Tripod United States and Canada Orders Accessory Order FormTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer Description Price Qty Total Order Form for Camcorder Models CC6372 and CC6392Detach Here Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsCamera MAN and focus manually. See pages Cassette. See pages Trouble Checks General SpecificationsClean the Camcorder Care and MaintenanceClean the Camcorder’s Lens Clean the Camcorder’s LCD MonitorThings 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 Index Index Index Index Index Information to User Tocom Meridian Street Indianapolis,