RCA CC417 manual Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR

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Playback on a TV or VCR with AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks

1Attach the white plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the AUDIO IN jack on the TV or VCR.

Note: If your TV (or VCR) has stereo left and right AUDIO IN jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO. If one of the jacks is not labeled MONO, you may need a Y-adapter, such as AH25 shown on page 46, to hear both channels.

2Attach the yellow plug on the same end of the audio/video cable to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV or VCR.

3Attach the yellow plug on the other end of the audio/video cable to the yellow VIDEO jack and the white plug to the white AUDIO jack on the side of the camcorder.

Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR

1.A. Camcorder connected directly to TV monitor: Turn on the TV and tune it to its video input channel.

B.Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turn on VCR and place it in the “line” or “camera” mode. (If your VCR does not have a “line” or “camera” mode, consult the VCR owner’s manual.) Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR.

2.Press and hold the small button on the camcorder’s POWER switch while

sliding it to VCR. Insert the cassette you want to playback (or copy).

Note: The camcorder can only play back tapes recorded at the SP speed.

3.Press PLAY on the camcorder. To copy what the camcorder is playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR and start the VCR recording. Adjust the tracking on the camcorder if necessary. Details are on page 37.

•During playback, use the playback features described on pages 36-37.

4.Press STOP/EJECT when you are finished.

Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV

1.A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV, and tune it to its video input channel.

B.Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turn on VCR and place it in the “line” or “camera” mode. (If your VCR does not have a “line” or “camera” mode, consult the VCR owner’s manual.) Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR.

2.Press and hold the small button on the camcorder’s POWER switch while sliding it to CAMERA. Insert the cassette you want to record on.

Note: When the camcorder is used as a camera, turn the TV’s volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by feedback.

3.Press the camcorder’s REC/PAUSE button to begin recording. You can watch what the camcorder is seeing or recording on the TV screen.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model CC417 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsCare and Maintenance Recording FeaturesPlayback Index AlphabeticalFirst-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 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 FeaturesMicrophone AI Artificial IntelligenceProgram AE Auto Exposure Auto FocusMacro Focus Time Remaining Display Electronic IndexingEyepiece Focus Control ViewfinderEyepiece Bright and Focus Controls 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 Recording Date and Time or Date on Your Tape Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock BatteryThis battery must be charged approximately every two months Tape Counter with Memory Stop Reset REW FWD DisplayMemory Stop Using Memory StopZooming Using Power Zoom ButtonsProEdit System ProEdit FeaturesFlying Erase Head Edit SearchTitle SEL + TitlerTo Create a Title Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterTo Correct an Error Camera Recording Titles on a Tape in the CamcorderRecording Tips Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesPicture Search TrackingPlayback 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 InputsNormal TV Viewing Playback OperationWatch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapInformation to User SpecificationsTo order accessories, contact your local dealer Optional AccessoriesAC028A Soft Camcorder Case VCC1000 Video Color Control CenterEP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries DCC096 DC Battery Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/ChargerCRF95 RF Output Adapter AH005 Audio/Video CableCoaxial RF Cables AH065G 6-ftRemoving the Lens Hood Attaching Accessory LensAC040 Heavy Duty Tripod Using an Optional TripodAC031 Deluxe Tripod Order Form for Camcorder Models CC417 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature International Orders 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 Does Not Appear ViewfinderPlay Pause Poor Picture Quality During Recording Viewfinder Displays AreWere Recorded on Date and Time or DateTape Date and Time AppearReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited Warranty How State Law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesDC in 9.6V Jack IndexVCR/OFF/CAMERA Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,