RCA CC643 manual Proper Care and Storage, Things to Avoid

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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.

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.

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 (-30°C) or above 149°F (65°C).

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.

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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 (4°C) or above 95°F (35°C).

Do not expose the camcorder or

adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If

any 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 Camcorder Users guide Product Registration Purchase DateInserting Removing 66-71 Information to UserCustomer Assistance 80-81LiUnpack the camcorder and accessories AssistanceAttach Adapter/charger Insert Tape JackAdjust the handstrap to fit your hand Place Power CAMERA/ OFF/VCR switchSelect a recording speed and tape length Adjust the viewfinder Eyepiece focus control Set the AE dial to a UTOEyepiece Focus Control \Play 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 Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Attach Charged BatteryReference Charge the BatteryMarks Battery Level Indicator Battery Care StorageLighter Socket Power Indicator CautioJtseRecording Time Cassette SP SLP Recording and Playback Speeds and TimesInserting and Removing Cassettes Tape finghpndViewfinder Vi&indo rMaking a Recording Select ButtonStart and stop recording Press and hold Edit SEARCH- orDetails are on pages Viewfinder Displays Exposure Indicators +03Dew Warning l-g Button Details are on Auto Head Cleaner Quick Review FeatureFlying Erase Head Tally LightExposure Control Manual ExposureTurn Off Manual Exposure Conditions Requiring Manual ExposureZooming Zoom LeverFocus b Focus Lock Feature FocusingAuto Focus Manual Focus Conditions Requiring Manual FocusWhite Balance Auto White BalanceAE dial in Auto Fading In and Out Auto16 X 9 Mode New 16x9 TV ScreenDate/Time Display --Clock Lithium Cell To Remove Lithium CellDate/Time Display m Setting the Time and Date DAnEmMDate/Time and Title Display m Recording Select Date, Date and Time, or Title to Record On Your TapeTo Record the Date, Date and Time, or Title on Your Tape Auto DateAdd a Preset Title Titles --RecordingCreate Your Own Title Make sure the AE dial is not set to Press the Menu button.Recording menu will appear Press in the center of the AE dial toGain Up NORM, or I OFFAE Dial ModeSelf-Timer To Set the Self-TimerAmount of delayed record- ing time appear in the viewfinder Animation Recording Press + or to select REC TimeRecording Time Indicator Viewfinder To Record Using Time Lapse ButtonPress + or to select REC Time Time-Remaining Display Set the Tape LengthJlip Joint Level Interface Protocol Identification Number To Select a Jlip ID noRecording Tips Traveling TipsAttaching the Shoulder Strap To Attach the Shoulder StrapAttachment Rings Buckle KeeperUsing the Cassette Adapter Install Cassette Adapters BatteryBattery Compartment Cover Tape WheelIf,e Remove Cassette from Cassette AdapterLoad Detector Switch Power Switch in VCRViewfinder Playback To Play Back a TapePlayback Features Visual SearchingStop-Action Pause Tape PositioningTo Use the Memory-Stop Feature SwitchTime Counter Stop Turned OnTracking Tracking Buttons Also + and ButtonsPlayback on TV or VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks Back Mono VCR or White TV Monitor Output Cable OptionalPlayback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Press PLAY/PAUSEInstallation Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video InputsViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Playback OperationNormal Viewing To order accessories, contact your local Dealer AC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord AdapterCPS91 AC Battery Charger FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable Transformer Coaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ftAH25 Y-Adapter VH83 Audio/Video CableOrder Form for Camcorder Model CC643/CC641 DescriptionQ VT-l-q-qV-VTS-q To order accessories, contact your local Dealer United States and Canada OrdersPower Tape stops during rewind or fast forward See pages Page Lens Cleaning the CamcordersReference Marks Proper Care and Storage Things to AvoidPage Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Toll free inside U.S.AInformation is on the bottom of your camcorder What we will doIf you are not located near an exchange Point What your warranty does not cover Product RegistrationIf you purchased your Camcorder Please complete and mail the ProductPower consumption 23 watts Weight .7 lbs g Dimensions Dimensions Including Viewfinder Model CC643Video Recorder Section AC Adapter/ChargerPage Page Page English French CamcorderMeridian Street Indianapolis,