RCA CC417 manual Battery Care, Battery Storage, Battery Safety Precautions

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Powering the Camcorder

Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder

Battery Care

•Your battery will provide better service and longer performance if you charge it before and after use, and store it at normal room temperature.

•The battery should be charged at a temperature of 32ºF-95ºF (0ºC-35ºC) to prevent damage.

•Do not operate the battery at temperatures below 14ºF (-10ºC) or above 95ºF (35ºC). The battery may be

damaged if operated at temperatures above 122ºF (50ºC). Operation time will decrease at extremely low temperatures.

•After repeated chargings and use, the operation time will gradually decrease. When operation time becomes too short to be useful, it is time to replace the battery.

Battery Storage

•Store the battery at normal room temperature.

•Lead acid batteries discharge if not used. Recharge the battery at least once every six months or you may not be able to recharge it.

•A battery stored for a long period may not supply power for the specified time. Additional rechargings may help restore the battery’s operation time.

Battery Safety Precautions

Batteries being recharged that have not been used for an extended period may continue to charge after the normal time. Do not charge a battery for more than 24 hours.

If both indicators on the adapter/ charger start flashing, remove the battery, and reattach it. If after several attempts — the indicators continue to flash — your battery cannot take a charge and must be replaced.

Throwing the battery into a fire or exposing the battery to excessive heat – over 149º F (65º C) could be hazardous.

Do not short the battery’s terminals.

Allow battery to cool down before attaching it to adapter/charger. The CHARGE indicator will not light and the battery will not charge if you attach a hot battery.

Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery. There are no user- serviceable parts inside.

Use the battery only with specified AC adapter/chargers and camcorders.

If leakage from a damaged battery contacts your skin or clothing, wash it off immediately with running water.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model CC417 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsIndex Alphabetical Recording FeaturesCare and Maintenance PlaybackFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesAttach the adapter/charger Position of the Power Insert a cassette Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus controlPlay back what you have recorded Start and stop recordingTitler Button Also Title SEL + Button Review the camcorder’s operating controlsBattery Powering the Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderTo Remove the Adapter/Charger Charging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Attach Charged BatteryBattery Care Battery StorageBattery Safety Precautions Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter Erase Protection Safety Tab Video CassettesRecording and Playback Times Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageGently push the cassette down until it locks into place Camcorder Traveling and Cassette Tips Traveling TipsCassette Tips AI Artificial Intelligence Camcorder FeaturesQuick Review MicrophoneAuto Focus Macro FocusProgram AE Auto Exposure Time Remaining Display Electronic IndexingEyepiece Focus Control ViewfinderEyepiece Bright and Focus Controls Tilt AdjustmentTape Counter with Memory Stop M Battery LevelDisplays in Viewfinder StatusTime and Date Display IndexDate and Time Display Set the Time and DateTo Correct the Date or Time Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock Battery This battery must be charged approximately every two monthsRecording Date and Time or Date on Your Tape Tape Counter with Memory Stop Reset REW FWD DisplayMemory Stop Using Memory StopZooming Using Power Zoom ButtonsEdit Search ProEdit FeaturesProEdit System Flying Erase HeadTitle SEL + TitlerChart of Characters in Titler’s Register To Correct an ErrorTo Create a Title Camera Recording Titles on a Tape in the CamcorderRecording Tips Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesTracking Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Picture SearchPlayback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in Jacks Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCRANT Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video InputsPlayback Operation Watch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TVNormal TV Viewing To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapInformation to User SpecificationsVCC1000 Video Color Control Center Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local dealer AC028A Soft Camcorder CaseEP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries DCC096 DC Battery Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/ChargerAH065G 6-ft AH005 Audio/Video CableCRF95 RF Output Adapter Coaxial RF CablesRemoving the Lens Hood Attaching Accessory LensUsing an Optional Tripod AC031 Deluxe TripodAC040 Heavy Duty Tripod Accessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Models CC417 Authorized Signature 800 338 United States and Canada OrdersInternational Orders Things to Avoid Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s LensCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsDuring Recording Viewfinder Displays Are Index Indicator Does Not Appear ViewfinderCamcorder Remains Play Pause Poor Picture QualityDate and Time Appear Date and Time or DateWere Recorded on TapeReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited Warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty Product RegistrationDC in 9.6V Jack IndexVCR/OFF/CAMERA Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers