RCA CC643 manual Focusing, Auto Focus, Focus Lock Feature

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Focusing

Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically. Under certain conditions, you may need to focus manually.

FOCUS

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AE Dial

Auto Focus

During auto focus the camcorder will

focus automatically on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder.

•Place the AE dial in AUTO to turn on the auto focus feature.

Note: The low-contrast indicator

( a.,,-A ) in the viewfinder indicates the auto-focus system may not operate correctly due to low illumination, low or no contrast, repeated patterns, or two subjects at different distances overlapping.

Focus Lock Feature

The fecus lock feature is useful when

objects pass between your subject and the camcorder or your main subject is not located in the center of the viewfinder.

1o Place the AE dial in MAN.

2.Center the main object in the viewfinder.

3.Press FOCUS .,_ or FOCUS • to

focus on the main subject. The manual focus indicators (a, e_) appear in the viewfinder.

4.Press FOCUS 4 and FOCUS • together (or place AE dial in AUTO) to turn auto focus back on.

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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 FocusPlay back what you have recorded Start and stop recordingClose the lens cover Review camcorders operating controls Lens Cover Control Spslp Using an Optional Plug Adapter Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderOptional AC AC 100-240V Plug Adapter Attach Charged Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderReference Charge the BatteryMarks 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 Viewfinder Displays Exposure Indicators +03Dew Warning l-g 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 Focus Lock Feature FocusingAuto Focus 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 CoverIf,e Remove Cassette from Cassette AdapterLoad Detector 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 InstallationViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Playback OperationNormal Viewing 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 Lens Cleaning the CamcordersReference Marks Things to Avoid Proper Care and StoragePage Toll free inside U.S.A Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeInformation is on the bottom of your camcorder What we will doIf you are not located near an exchange Point 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 English French CamcorderMeridian Street Indianapolis,