RCA CC616 manual Recording Tips

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Recording

Recording Tips

•In case of fire or theft, make a video recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place.

•Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. Use the built-in light. This improves picture quality and color reproduction.

•Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steady, gradual “pan” avoids blurring and “jitter”.

•Use the viewfinder to make sure the camcorder is level while recording or your scenes will appear “tilted”.

•Do not bump or tap the camcorder’s microphone while recording because this sound will be recorded.

•Include close-ups when taping family outings or group functions.

•Fading in and out of scenes will make your videos appear more professional.

•When recording fast-moving action in outdoor light that you plan to view in stop-action or slow motion on a 3-5 head VCR, place the SCENE SELECT AE dial in sports ( ) or shutter ( ) to increase the shutter speed.

•Be aware of video and audio backgrounds. Background details barely noticed while you are taping may show up as visual “clutter” on your recording. Background noises (especially TV sets, radios, household appliances, traffic sounds, etc.) can detract from the sound you want to record.

•Avoid long “still” shots of landmarks and scenic attractions. Recordings are more interesting if they include people and details. “Local color” will give travel videos lasting appeal. Consider recording a familiar or landmark scene from an unfamiliar vantage point.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Product Registration Model No CC616 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromTable of Contents AssistanceCustomer Assistance and Service Optional AccessoriesCare and Maintenance RecordingUnpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationAttach the adapter/charger Insert a tapeCamera SPSLP/T203040 Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control Set the Scene Select AE dial to AutoStart and stop recording Play back what you have recordedReview camcorder’s operating controls Lens CoverStop Using an Optional Plug Adapter Powering Your CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Attach Adapter/ChargerUse the Refresh Button Charging the BatteryTo Charge the Battery Attach the Charged Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderBattery Safety Precautions Remove the BatteryBattery Level Indicator Battery Care and StorageUsing the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional Car Cord AdapterPlay Button Remote ControlZoom T and W Buttons Stop Button11 A. Audio DUB Button Self INT. Interval/ Time ButtonFF Fast Forward Button Install Lithium Cell Remote SensorTraveling Tips Recording and Playback Speeds and Times Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Cassette Recording Time Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageRecording Making a RecordingStart and stop recording Place the Light Offautoon switch in AutoUse the zoom feature Review what you have recordedRecording Tips Eyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingViewfinder Viewfinder Displays Cassette Warning Manual Focus Manual Focus IndicatorsManual Focus Lock Indicators Elapsed Time-Counter with Memory StopWhite Balance Dew WarningStatus Displays Mode Features F1 and F2Self-Timer and Interval Time Edit Insert and Audio DubFlying Erase Head Tally LightMicrophone Tape PositioningCamera Edit Feature Quick Review FeatureAuto Head Cleaner To Use the Memory-Stop Feature Time CounterTape Time-Remaining Display Set the Recording Speed and Tape LengthPower Zooming ZoomingMode Indicator Uses Scene Select AE DialTo Adjust White Balance White BalanceMode Button ModeFade Out Fading In and OutFade 16X9 Mode To Record Using the 16X9 ModeAuto Focus Focusing the CamcorderFocus Lock Feature Manual Focus Conditions Requiring Manual FocusExposure Control Iris To Manually Control BrightnessTo Turn Self Timer Off Self Timer Remote OnlyTo Use the Self Timer Titler Recording a Title Stored in MemoryCreating Your Own Title Install the Clock Lithium Cell To remove batterySet the Date and Time To Correct the DisplaysTitle F2 Disp Taylor Wayne Press F2 to select mode Date and Time DisplaysAnimation Recording To Record Using AnimationAnimation and Time-Lapse Recording Remote Only To Record Using Time Lapse Time-Lapse RecordingDisplay in Viewfinder Audio Dubbing Remote OnlyTo Audio Dub Edit Insert Remote Only To Edit InsertBuilt-In Color Enhancement Light To Use the LightReplacing the Bulb To Replace the BulbAttaching the Shoulder Strap To Attach the Shoulder StrapPlayback Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Using the Cassette AdapterInstall Cassette Adapter’s Battery Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter Installation Playback on TV or VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO in JacksPlayback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or RecordingInstallation Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video InputsNormal TV Viewing Playback OperationViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer AH075G Audio/Video CableCPS91 AC Battery Charger Using the Optional AC088 Tripod FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable BatteriesAH011 Cable Transformer 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter Cable TransformerCoaxial RF Cables AH065G 6-ft AH066G 10-ft AH25 Y-AdapterOrder Form for Camcorder Model CC616 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature This order form 800 338United States and Canada Orders International OrdersTrouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksScene Select AE dial in Auto . See Scene Select AE dial to Auto . See Recording. See pages Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s ViewfinderProper Care and Storage Things to AvoidSpecifications Information to UserCustomer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeLimited Warranty Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesIndex AUDIO/RF DC/VIDEO OUTTime Lapse ANIM. REC/TIME Canadian Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,