RCA CC417 manual First-Time Operation, Unpack the camcorder and accessories

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First-Time Operation

This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options.

Assistance

The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter.

Camcorder Exchange Warranty . . . . .800-283-6503

Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-336-1900

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-338-0376

1.Unpack the camcorder and accessories.

•Save the box and packing materials in case you ever need to store or ship your camcorder.

•The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any of them are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

WARNING: LEAD-

ACID BATTERY.

MUST BE DISPOSED

OF PROPERLY.

Rechargeable 10-Volt Battery

Stock No. EP096FS

Camcorder

Model CC417

Shoulder Strap

Stock No. 227327

AC Adapter/Charger:

Stock No. 221355 or 221356 DC Cable: Stock No. 209342

Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than charging the EP096FL or EP096FS battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

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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,