RCA CC634 manual Proper Care and Storage, Things to Avoid

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Care and Maintenance

Proper Care and Storage

•Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder’s cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and will cause excessive wear to both the camcorder’s recording/playback heads and cassettes.

•Always close the lens cover when the camcorder is not in use.

•Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

•The camcorder can be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.

•Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22°F (-30C) or above 149°F (65C).

•When the camcorder is not in use, always remove the cassette and AC adapter/charger or battery.

•Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes.

Things to Avoid

•Do not attempt to disassemble your camcorder. There are no user- serviceable parts inside.

•Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette. When the camcorder is moved from cold to warm, condensation may cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

•Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects.

•Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The resulting heat buildup could permanently damage the camcorder’s internal parts.

•Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.

•Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spray may damage the internal parts of the camcorder.

•Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40°F (4C) or above 95°F (35C).

•Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If either component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter.

•Do not use an adapter/charger or batteries other than the ones specified for the camcorder. Use of the wrong accessories may cause damage to the camcorder.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model No CC634 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsCare and Maintenance Optional AccessoriesCustomer Assistance and Service RecordingFirst-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 controlPlay back what you have recorded Place the Power switch in OFF to turn off the camcorderStart and stop recording Review camcorder’s operating controls MAN.W.BAL Manual Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Powering Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Attach Adapter/ChargerUse the Refresh Button Charging the BatteryTo Charge the Battery Battery Safety Precautions Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderAttach the Charged Battery Remove the BatteryBattery Care and Storage Battery Level IndicatorOptional Car Cord Adapter Using the DCC08 Car Cord AdapterZoom T and W Buttons Remote ControlPlay Button Stop Button11 A. Audio DUB Button Self INT. Interval/ Time ButtonFF Fast Forward Button Remote Sensor Install Lithium CellTraveling Tips Video Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording and Playback Speeds and Times Cassette Recording TimeCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesMaking a Recording RecordingUse the zoom feature Place the Light Offautoon switch in AutoStart and stop recording Review what you have recordedRecording Tips Eyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingViewfinder Viewfinder Displays Manual Focus Lock Indicators Manual Focus Manual Focus IndicatorsCassette Warning Elapsed Time-Counter with Memory StopDew Warning White BalanceSelf-Timer and Interval Time Mode Features F1 and F2Status Displays Edit Insert and Audio DubMicrophone Tally LightFlying Erase Head Electronic IndexingQuick Review Feature Auto Head CleanerCamera Edit Feature Tape PositioningTime 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 ButtonFade Out Fading In and OutFade To Record Using the 16X9 Mode 16X9 ModeAuto Focus Focusing the CamcorderFocus Lock Feature Conditions Requiring Manual Focus Manual FocusTo Manually Control Brightness Exposure Control IrisTo Turn Self Timer Off Self Timer Remote OnlyTo Use the Self Timer 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 modeAnimation Recording To Record Using AnimationAnimation and Time-Lapse Recording Remote Only Time-Lapse Recording To Record Using Time LapseDisplay in Viewfinder Audio Dubbing Remote OnlyTo Audio Dub 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 Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Using the Cassette AdapterInstall Cassette Adapter’s Battery 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 InstallationNormal TV Viewing Playback OperationViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording AC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries CPS91 AC Battery Charger Using the Optional AC088 TripodCoaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ft VH90 12-ft 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable TransformerVH83 Audio/Video Cable AH25 Y-AdapterOrder Form for Camcorder Model CC634 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local Dealer800 338 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 Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Cleaning the Camcorder’s ViewfinderThings to Avoid Proper Care and StorageInformation to User SpecificationsReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited Warranty How State Law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesAUDIO/RF DC/VIDEO OUT IndexTime Lapse ANIM. REC/TIME Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,