RCA CC432 manual First-Time Operation, Unpack the camcorder and accessories

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First-Time Operation

This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options.

Assistance

The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter.

Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-336-1900

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-338-0376

1.Unpack the camcorder and accessories.

•Save the box and packing materials in case you ever need to store or ship your camcorder.

•The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any of them are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

WARNING: LEAD-

ACID BATTERY.

MUST BE DISPOSED

OF PROPERLY.

Rechargeable 10-Volt Battery

Stock No. EP096FS

Camcorder

Model CC432

Shoulder Strap	AC Adapter/Charger: Stock No. 232595
Stock No. 227327	DC Cable: Stock No. 233328

Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than charging the EP096FL or EP096FS battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model CC432 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsCare and Maintenance Recording FeaturesPlayback Color Enhancement LightFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesAttach the adapter/charger Position Insert a cassette Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus controlPlay back what you have recorded Start and stop recordingReview the camcorder’s operating controls Battery To Remove the Adapter/Charger Powering the CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Charging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Attach Charged BatteryBattery Safety Precautions Battery CareBattery Storage Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter Recording and Playback Times Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Gently push the cassette down until it locks into place Inserting and Removing CassettesCassette Care and Storage Cassette Tips Camcorder Traveling and Cassette TipsTraveling Tips Quick Review Camcorder FeaturesTape Positioning MicrophoneProgram AE Auto Exposure Auto FocusMacro Focus Time Remaining Display Electronic IndexingEyepiece Focus Control ViewfinderEyepiece Bright Control Tilt AdjustmentDisplays in Viewfinder Battery LevelStatus Tape Counter with Memory Stop MTime and Date Display IndexTo Correct the Date or Time Date and Time DisplaySet the Time and Date To Select Display to Record Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock BatteryThis battery must be charged approximately every two months Tape Counter with Memory Stop Memory Stop Using Memory StopZooming Using Power Zoom ButtonsEdit Search ProEdit FeaturesProEdit System Titler To Create a Title Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterTo Correct an Error Titler Recording a Title on a Tape in the CamcorderRecording Tips Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesPicture Search TrackingAudio Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in JacksWatching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCRPlayback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs Normal TV Viewing Playback OperationWatch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV To Use the Color Enhancement Light Color Enhancement LightTo Remove and Replace Light Case Removing and Replacing the Front Case of the LightTo Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapInformation to User Optional Accessories SpecificationsDCC096 DC Battery Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/Charger CRF95 RF Output Adapter VH83 Audio/Video CableCoaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ftRemoving the Lens Hood Attaching Accessory LensAC093 Deluxe Tripod Using an Optional TripodOrder Form for Camcorder Models CC432 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature Items listed on this order form 800 338United States and Canada Orders Things to Avoid Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsCamcorder Remains Index Indicator DoesPlay Pause Poor Picture Quality During RecordingIncorrect Date and Time AppearCamcorder Does Not Turn On and/orLimited Warranty Index Index Canadian Consumers ConsumersMeridian Street Indianapolis, Part Number 96-CC432-1