RCA CC417 manual Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator

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Powering the Camcorder

Check Battery Power (Battery Level Indicator)

Battery Level Indicator

Display in Viewfinder

The battery level indicator ( ) always appears in the camcorder’s viewfinder to show how much battery power is left in the rechargeable battery.

This indicator is not recorded on the tape.

When the battery is fully charged,

the display shows .

After a while, only appears.

When the battery reaches the empty

level, will start flashing. Recharge the battery or attach the adapter/charger before continuing to use the camcorder.

Note: The battery level indicator has no meaning when you power the camcorder with the adapter/charger or optional car cord.

Caution: When the battery reaches its empty level during use, the camcorder will turn off. However, the battery should have enough reserve power to eject the cassette when you press STOP/EJECT.

If the camcorder does not eject the cassette when you press STOP/EJECT, do not force the cassette door open. This will damage your camcorder.

Before attempting to eject the cassette, power your camcorder with the adapter/charger or recharge the battery.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Product Registration Model CC417 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromTable of Contents AssistanceRecording Features Care and MaintenancePlayback Index AlphabeticalUnpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationAttach the adapter/charger Position of the Power Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus control Insert a cassetteStart and stop recording Play back what you have recordedReview the camcorder’s operating controls Titler Button Also Title SEL + ButtonBattery Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Powering the CamcorderTo Remove the Adapter/Charger Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the BatteryAttach Charged Battery Remove the BatteryBattery Storage Battery CareBattery Safety Precautions Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter Video Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording and Playback Times Cassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesGently push the cassette down until it locks into place Traveling Tips Camcorder Traveling and Cassette TipsCassette Tips Camcorder Features Quick ReviewMicrophone AI Artificial IntelligenceMacro Focus Auto FocusProgram AE Auto Exposure Electronic Indexing Time Remaining DisplayViewfinder Eyepiece Focus ControlTilt Adjustment Eyepiece Bright and Focus ControlsBattery Level Displays in ViewfinderStatus Tape Counter with Memory Stop MIndex Time and Date DisplaySet the Time and Date Date and Time DisplayTo Correct the Date or Time This battery must be charged approximately every two months Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock BatteryRecording Date and Time or Date on Your Tape Reset REW FWD Display Tape Counter with Memory StopUsing Memory Stop Memory StopUsing Power Zoom Buttons ZoomingProEdit Features ProEdit SystemFlying Erase Head Edit SearchTitler Title SEL +To Correct an Error Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterTo Create a Title Recording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder CameraRecording Tips Viewfinder Playback and Playback Features Viewfinder PlaybackPlayback Features Stop-Action PausePicture Search TrackingPlayback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in Jacks Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TVPlayback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs ANTWatch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback OperationNormal TV Viewing Attaching the Shoulder Strap To Attach the Shoulder StrapSpecifications Information to UserOptional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local dealerAC028A Soft Camcorder Case VCC1000 Video Color Control CenterDCC096 DC Battery Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/Charger EP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable BatteriesAH005 Audio/Video Cable CRF95 RF Output AdapterCoaxial RF Cables AH065G 6-ftAttaching Accessory Lens Removing the Lens HoodAC031 Deluxe Tripod Using an Optional TripodAC040 Heavy Duty Tripod Please complete other side also Accessory Order FormOrder Form for Camcorder Models CC417 Authorized Signature United States and Canada Orders 800 338International Orders Care and Maintenance Things to AvoidCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Trouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksIndex Indicator Does Not Appear Viewfinder Camcorder RemainsPlay Pause Poor Picture Quality During Recording Viewfinder Displays AreDate and Time or Date Were Recorded onTape Date and Time AppearCustomer 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 DC in 9.6V JackVCR/OFF/CAMERA Customer Service Accessories ConsumersCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,