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6.Select a recording speed and tape length.

A.Press the SP-SLPbutton to select

SP or SLP recording speed.

B.Press the 720,30,40 button to select the length of the tape you are using (T20, T30, or T40) so the cam- corder can correctly calculate the time remaining.

7.Set the AE dial for a special effect.

•Place the dial in AUTO to place the camcorder in the full auto mode.

•Place the dial in ( ,_ ) sports or 1/1000 to record fast-moving action.

•Place the dial in ( [] ) back light or

( [] ) front light to compensate for unusual lighting situations.

•Place the dial in ( I'-A ) sepia to create the effect of an old movie.

•Place the dial in HAZE to soften the image and create a misty white look.

•Place the dial in (SHDW) shadow effect to darken the image and lessen glare.

•Details are on page 45.

8.Fade in and out of scenes

•Repeatedly press SELECT to display _"FADE'_ in the

viewfinder. Press SET.

•FADE will appear in the viewfinder.

•The camcorder will fade in if you start recording or fade out if you are recording.

9.Start and stop recording.

•Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. _ appears in the viewfinder and the tally light will light when the camcorder is recording.

•Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in record pause.

--PAUSE=--appears in the viewfinder.

•The camcorder will automatically turn off if it remains in record pause for five minutes. Place the POWER switch in OFF and then back in

CAMERA.

10.Zoom in and out.

•Zoom in and out using the zoom T and W lever.

•The zoom indicator appears in the viewfinder when you zoom.

11.Review what you have recorded.

•Press and quickly release EDIT SEARCH - to review the last few

seconds of your recording.

•Press and hold EDIT SEARCH- or

+to visually see what you have recorded. Release the button to

begin recording at that point.

12.When you are finished, place POWER switch in OFF and close the lens cover.

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Contents Camcorder Users guide Purchase Date Product RegistrationInserting Removing 80-81 66-71Information to User Customer AssistanceAssistance LiUnpack the camcorder and accessoriesJack Attach Adapter/charger Insert TapePlace Power CAMERA/ OFF/VCR switch Adjust the handstrap to fit your handSelect a recording speed and tape length Control \ Adjust the viewfinder Eyepiece focus controlSet the AE dial to a UTO Eyepiece FocusClose the lens cover Start and stop recordingPlay back what you have recorded Review camcorders operating controls Lens Cover Control Spslp Optional AC AC 100-240V Plug Adapter Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Attach Charged Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderMarks Charge the BatteryReference Battery Care Storage Battery Level IndicatorCautioJtse Lighter Socket Power IndicatorRecording and Playback Speeds and Times Recording Time Cassette SP SLPTape finghpnd Inserting and Removing CassettesVi&indo r ViewfinderSelect Button Making a RecordingPress and hold Edit SEARCH- or Start and stop recordingDetails are on pages Dew Warning l-g Exposure Indicators +03Viewfinder Displays Button Details are on Tally Light Auto Head CleanerQuick Review Feature Flying Erase HeadConditions Requiring Manual Exposure Exposure ControlManual Exposure Turn Off Manual ExposureZoom Lever ZoomingFocus b Auto Focus FocusingFocus Lock Feature Conditions Requiring Manual Focus Manual FocusAuto White Balance White BalanceAE dial in Auto Auto Fading In and OutNew 16x9 TV Screen 16 X 9 ModeTo Remove Lithium Cell Date/Time Display --Clock Lithium CellDAnEmM Date/Time Display m Setting the Time and DateSelect Date, Date and Time, or Title to Record On Your Tape Date/Time and Title Display m RecordingAuto Date To Record the Date, Date and Time, or Title on Your TapeTitles --Recording Add a Preset TitlePress in the center of the AE dial to Create Your Own Title Make sure the AE dial is not set toPress the Menu button. Recording menu will appearNORM, or I OFF Gain UpMode AE DialTo Set the Self-Timer Self-TimerAmount of delayed record- ing time appear in the viewfinder Press + or to select REC Time Animation RecordingRecording Time Indicator Viewfinder Button To Record Using Time LapsePress + or to select REC Time Set the Tape Length Time-Remaining DisplayTo Select a Jlip ID no Jlip Joint Level Interface Protocol Identification NumberTraveling Tips Recording TipsBuckle Keeper Attaching the Shoulder StrapTo Attach the Shoulder Strap Attachment RingsTape Wheel Using the Cassette AdapterInstall Cassette Adapters Battery Battery Compartment CoverLoad Detector Remove Cassette from Cassette AdapterIf,e To Play Back a Tape SwitchPower Switch in VCR Viewfinder PlaybackTape Positioning Playback FeaturesVisual Searching Stop-Action PauseStop Turned On To Use the Memory-Stop FeatureSwitch Time CounterTracking Buttons Also + and Buttons TrackingBack Mono VCR or White TV Monitor Output Cable Optional Playback on TV or VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO in JacksPress PLAY/PAUSE Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRPlayback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs InstallationNormal Viewing Playback OperationViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording AC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter To order accessories, contact your local DealerFB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries CPS91 AC Battery ChargerVH83 Audio/Video Cable 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable TransformerCoaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ft AH25 Y-AdapterDescription Order Form for Camcorder Model CC643/CC641Q VT-l-q-qV-VTS-q United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local DealerPower Tape stops during rewind or fast forward See pages Page Reference Marks Cleaning the CamcordersLens Things to Avoid Proper Care and StoragePage Toll free inside U.S.A Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeIf you are not located near an exchange Point What we will doInformation is on the bottom of your camcorder Please complete and mail the Product What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your CamcorderAC Adapter/Charger Power consumption 23 watts Weight .7 lbs g DimensionsDimensions Including Viewfinder Model CC643 Video Recorder SectionPage Page Page Meridian Street Indianapolis, CamcorderEnglish French