RCA CC643 manual Power

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Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.

Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter,

look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.

If service should be necessary, the warranty information lists what your warranty covers and explains how to get service.

No power

•

Place

the POWER

switch

in CAMERA

or

VCR to turn

on the camcorder. The power indicator will light.

•

If using

battery,

it may

need to be

recharged.

•

If using

AC adapter/charger,

make sure

it

is plugged

into

a

working

outlet.

Won't record

or

•

If using

AC adapter/charger,

make

sure

it

is plugged

playback

into

a

working

outlet.

•

If the

dew

indicator

([])

flashes

in the

viewfinder,

there is

moisture in the camcorder. Wait until the dew indicator

no longer appears before operating the camcorder.

•

Make

sure

POWER

switch

is in correct

position

for

desired

operation.

•

There

may

not

be

a cassette

in

the

camcorder.

•

Try

ejecting

and

reinserting

the

cassette.

•

The

cassette

tape

may

be

broken,

try

another cassette.

•

You

may

have

reached

the

end

of the

cassette,

try

rewinding

it.

Won't playback

Won't record

No picture

Camcorder turns itself off

•POWER switch must be in VCR position.

•Safety tab has been removed or closed. (See page 17.)

•POWER switch must be in CAMERA.

•Open lens cover.

Place POWER switch to OFF and then CAMERA or

VCR to turn back on. If camcorder is left in record pause or play pause for several minutes, it will turn itself off to prevent tape wear.

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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