RCA CC634 manual Assistance, Table of Contents

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Assistance

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Camcorder Exchange Warranty	800-283-6503 (pages 78-79)
Customer Service	800-336-1900 (page 77)
Accessories	800-338-0376 (pages 64-69)

Table of Contents
Safety Information	i
Product Registration	i
Table of Contents	1-2
First-Time Operation
• Assistance	3
• Unpack Camcorder & Accessories....	3
• Attach the Adapter/Charger	4
• Insert a Tape	4
• Open Lens Cover	5
• Adjust Handstrap	5
• Turn on Camcorder	5
• Select a Recording Speed	6
• Set the Scene Select AE Dial	7
• Adjust Viewfinder and
Eyepiece Focus Control	7
• Start and Stop Recording	8

• Play Back Your Recording	8
• Turn off the Camcorder	8
• Review Camcorder’s
Operating Controls	9-10
Powering Your Camcorder
• Using Adapter/Charger	11
• Using Rechargeable Battery	12-14
• Using Optional Car Cord Adapter ...15
Remote Control
• Buttons	16-17
• Install Battery Cell	18
• Remote Sensor	18
Traveling Tips	19
Video Cassettes	20-21

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model No CC634 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsRecording Optional AccessoriesCare and Maintenance Customer Assistance and ServiceFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesInsert a tape Attach the adapter/chargerCamera SPSLP/T203040 Set the scene select AE dial to Auto Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus controlPlace the Power switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder Start and stop recordingPlay back what you have recorded Review camcorder’s operating controls MAN.W.BAL Manual Attach Adapter/Charger Powering Your CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Using an Optional Plug AdapterCharging the Battery To Charge the BatteryUse the Refresh Button Remove the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderBattery Safety Precautions Attach the Charged BatteryBattery Care and Storage Battery Level IndicatorOptional Car Cord Adapter Using the DCC08 Car Cord AdapterStop Button Remote ControlZoom T and W Buttons Play ButtonSelf INT. Interval/ Time Button FF Fast Forward Button11 A. Audio DUB Button Remote Sensor Install Lithium CellTraveling Tips Cassette Recording Time Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Recording and Playback Speeds and TimesCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesMaking a Recording RecordingReview what you have recorded Place the Light Offautoon switch in AutoUse the zoom feature Start and stop recordingRecording Tips Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder Displays Elapsed Time-Counter with Memory Stop Manual Focus Manual Focus IndicatorsManual Focus Lock Indicators Cassette WarningDew Warning White BalanceEdit Insert and Audio Dub Mode Features F1 and F2Self-Timer and Interval Time Status DisplaysElectronic Indexing Tally LightMicrophone Flying Erase HeadTape Positioning Auto Head CleanerQuick Review Feature Camera Edit FeatureTime Counter To Use the Memory-Stop FeatureSet the Recording Speed and Tape Length Tape Time-Remaining DisplayZooming Power ZoomingScene Select AE Dial Mode Indicator UsesWhite Balance To Adjust White BalanceMode Mode ButtonFading In and Out FadeFade Out To Record Using the 16X9 Mode 16X9 ModeFocusing the Camcorder Focus Lock FeatureAuto Focus Conditions Requiring Manual Focus Manual FocusTo Manually Control Brightness Exposure Control IrisSelf Timer Remote Only To Use the Self TimerTo Turn Self Timer Off Recording a Title Stored in Memory TitlerCreating Your Own Title To remove battery Install the Clock Lithium CellTo Correct the Displays Set the Date and TimeTitle F2 Disp Taylor Wayne Date and Time Displays Press F2 to select modeTo Record Using Animation Animation and Time-Lapse Recording Remote OnlyAnimation Recording Time-Lapse Recording To Record Using Time LapseAudio Dubbing Remote Only To Audio DubDisplay in Viewfinder To Edit Insert Edit Insert Remote OnlyTo Use the Light Built-In Color Enhancement LightReplacing the Bulb To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapPlayback Using the Cassette Adapter Install Cassette Adapter’s BatteryInsert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter 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 VCRPlayback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs InstallationPlayback Operation Viewing What the Camcorder Is RecordingNormal TV Viewing Optional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local DealerAC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries CPS91 AC Battery Charger Using the Optional AC088 TripodAH25 Y-Adapter 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable TransformerCoaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ft VH90 12-ft VH83 Audio/Video CableAccessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Model CC634 Authorized Signature To order accessories, contact your local Dealer 800 338United States and Canada Orders Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsSelect AE dial in Auto . See Turn the scene select AE dial to Auto Recording. See pages Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s LensThings to Avoid Proper Care and StorageInformation to User SpecificationsReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited Warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty Product RegistrationAUDIO/RF DC/VIDEO OUT IndexTime Lapse ANIM. REC/TIME Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers