RCA CC616 manual Trouble Checks and Adjustments

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Trouble Checks

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.

Trouble	Checks and Adjustments

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 into a
playback	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	• POWER switch must be in VCR position.

Won’t record	• Safety tab has been removed. (See page 20.)
	• POWER switch must be in CAMERA.

No picture	• Open lens cover.

Camcorder turns	• Place POWER switch to OFF and then CAMERA or VCR
itself off	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 USER‘S Guide Product Registration Model No CC616 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromTable of Contents AssistanceOptional Accessories Care and MaintenanceCustomer Assistance and Service 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 Powering Your Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Attach Adapter/ChargerCharging the Battery To Charge the BatteryUse the Refresh Button Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Battery Safety PrecautionsAttach the Charged Battery Remove the BatteryBattery Level Indicator Battery Care and StorageUsing the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional Car Cord AdapterRemote Control Zoom T and W ButtonsPlay Button Stop ButtonSelf INT. Interval/ Time Button FF Fast Forward Button11 A. Audio DUB Button Install Lithium Cell Remote SensorTraveling Tips Erase Protection Safety Tab Video CassettesRecording and Playback Speeds and Times Cassette Recording TimeInserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageRecording Making a RecordingPlace the Light Offautoon switch in Auto Use the zoom featureStart and stop recording Review what you have recordedRecording Tips Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder Displays Manual Focus Manual Focus Indicators Manual Focus Lock IndicatorsCassette Warning Elapsed Time-Counter with Memory StopWhite Balance Dew WarningMode Features F1 and F2 Self-Timer and Interval TimeStatus Displays Edit Insert and Audio DubTally Light MicrophoneFlying Erase Head Tape PositioningQuick Review Feature Auto Head CleanerCamera Edit Feature 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 ModeFading In and Out FadeFade Out 16X9 Mode To Record Using the 16X9 ModeFocusing the Camcorder Focus Lock FeatureAuto Focus Manual Focus Conditions Requiring Manual FocusExposure Control Iris To Manually Control BrightnessSelf Timer Remote Only To Use the Self TimerTo Turn Self Timer Off 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 DisplaysTo Record Using Animation Animation and Time-Lapse Recording Remote OnlyAnimation Recording To Record Using Time Lapse Time-Lapse RecordingAudio Dubbing Remote Only To Audio DubDisplay in Viewfinder 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 Using the Cassette Adapter Install Cassette Adapter’s BatteryInsert Cassette into Cassette Adapter 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 InputsPlayback Operation Viewing What the Camcorder Is RecordingNormal TV Viewing Optional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local DealerDCC08 Car Cord Adapter AH075G Audio/Video CableCPS91 AC Battery Charger Using the Optional AC088 Tripod FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries1CVA147C RF Output Adapter Cable Transformer Coaxial RF Cables AH065G 6-ft AH066G 10-ftAH011 Cable Transformer AH25 Y-AdapterAccessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Model CC616 Authorized Signature 800 338 United States and Canada OrdersThis order form International OrdersTrouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksScene Select AE dial in Auto . See Scene Select AE dial to Auto . See Recording. See pages Care and Maintenance Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens 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 What your warranty does not cover How State Law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesIndex AUDIO/RF DC/VIDEO OUTTime Lapse ANIM. REC/TIME Customer Service Accessories ConsumersCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,