RCA CC417 manual Camcorder Remains, Play Pause Poor Picture Quality, Out of Focus Poor Auto-Focus

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Trouble Checks

Trouble	Checks and Adjustments

Camcorder Remains	• Press REC/PAUSE to return to normal playback.
in Play Pause

Poor Picture Quality	• There is insufficient light. Add more light.
During Recording

Viewfinder Displays Are	• Try adjusting the eyepiece focus control. Details are
Out of Focus	on page 22.

Poor Auto-Focus	• Lens may be smudged and image appears unfocused.
Operation	• Viewfinder eyepiece focus control may be adjusted
	incorrectly. Details are on page 22.

Poor Picture Quality	• Tape was recorded on a different camcorder or VCR.
During Playback	If the picture contains black-and-white streaks, press
	one of the TRACKING buttons to correct.
	• Camcorder only has one speed (SP). If the tape was
	recorded on a different VCR at a different speed, it
	cannot be played back in this camcorder.

Recorded Audio is Too	• Subject may have been too far from the camcorder.
Low

AE Shutter-Speed or	• POWER switch must be in CAMERA.
INDEX Indicator Does
Not Appear in
Viewfinder

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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 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 Quick Review Camcorder FeaturesMicrophone AI Artificial IntelligenceAuto Focus Macro FocusProgram AE Auto Exposure 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 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 ButtonsProEdit System ProEdit FeaturesFlying Erase Head Edit SearchTitle 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 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 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 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 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 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,