RCA CC417 manual Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens, Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder

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Care and Maintenance

Cleaning the Camcorder

To clean the camcorder’s exterior,	.
To clean the camcorder’s exterior,
remove any power source connected to
the camcorder and gently wipe it with a
clean soft cloth

Caution: Use of strong cleaning products, such as those containing alcohol or benzine, may damage the camcorder.

Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens

To clean the camcorder’s lens, blow it with a blower brush, and then gently wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens. Improper cleaning may scratch the lens.

Caution: Do not touch the lens with your fingers. The oil from your skin can damage the lens.

Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder

1. Depress tab to open small cover.

Caution: Do not force the cover to open completely. This could damage the cover.

2. Gently use a cotton swab and clean the mirror inside viewfinder.

3. Gently close cover until tab snaps in place.

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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 Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Powering the CamcorderTo Remove the Adapter/Charger Charging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Attach Charged 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 AI Artificial Intelligence Camcorder FeaturesQuick Review MicrophoneMacro Focus Auto 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 IndexSet 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 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 + TitlerTo Correct an Error Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterTo 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 InputsWatch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback OperationNormal 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 LensAC031 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 Things to Avoid Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning 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