RCA CC4251 manual Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR

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Playback

Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR

1.A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to the 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 CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you slide it to VCR.

Note: The camcorder only plays back tapes recorded in the SP speed.

3.Press PLAY.

•During playback, use the playback features on pages 34-35.

4.To copy what the camcorder is playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR, and press the VCR’s RECORD button.

Note: Make sure the memory-stop feature is turned off (press DISPLAY) or the camcorder will enter play-pause when the counter reaches 0000M.

5.Press STOP/EJECT when you are finished.

Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording)

1.A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV, and tune it to the 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 CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA.

Note: Turn the TV’s volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by feedback.

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

Caution: The unauthorized recording of copyrighted material may infringe the rights of others.

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Contents CC4251 Camcorder Users guideProduct Registration Important Safety InformationAssistance Table of ContentsDate/Time Display Optional AccessoriesCare and Maintenance Limited WarrantyUnpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationAssistance Attach the adapter/charger Turn on the camcorder Insert a tapeStart and stop recording Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus controlReplace the lens cap Play back what you have recordedReview camcorder’s operating controls Battery Eject Remove Adapter/Charger Power Your CamcorderUse the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Attach Adapter/ChargerCharge the Battery Use the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Attach the Charged BatteryBattery Level Indicator Display Viewfinder Battery Level IndicatorBattery Care Battery StorageBattery Safety Precautions Use the DCC096 Car Cord Adapter Use the RCA Optional Car Cord AdapterErase Protection Safety Tab VideocassettesRecording and Playback Speed and Times Cassette Care and Storage Insert and Remove CassettesDate and Time Display Set the Time and DateTo Correct the Date or Time To Select the Display to Record Charge the Built-in Clock BatteryViewfinder Displays Record the Time and Date, Auto Date, Auto TITLE, or DateEyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingRecording Use the ViewfinderBright Control Use the Viewfinder Tilt AdjustmentStatus Displays Battery Level IndicatorIndex Indicator AE60 Auto Exposure Shutter SpeedTape Warnings TAPE, no TAPE, Tape-Remaining IndicatorZoom and Zoom Indicators Tape Counter 0000M with Memory StopDisplay Button Quick Review FeatureAuto Focus Camera Edit FeatureAuto Shot Feature MicrophoneIndex Display Viewfinder Tape-Remaining DisplayElectronic Indexing Tape-Remaining Display ViewfinderZoom Indicators in Viewfinder ZoomingUse the Zoom Buttons T and W Tape Counter Use the Memory-Stop FeatureTravel Tips Recording TipsTitler Chart of Characters in Titler’s Register To Correct an ErrorTo Create a Title Record a Title on a Tape in the Camcorder Playback Viewfinder PlaybackTo Play Back a Tape Stop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesTape Positioning Visual SearchingTracking Playback on TV or VCR with Audio/Video Inputs InstallationViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRPlayback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs Playback Operation Viewing What the Camcorder Is RecordingNormal TV Viewing To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attach the Shoulder StrapOptional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local DealerAC202 Soft Carrying Case DCC096 DC Car Cord Adapter Using the Optional AC093 Tripod CPS014 AC Battery ChargerEP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries AH25 Y-Adapter CRF95 RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable TransformerCoaxial RF Cables VH83 Audio/Video Cable VH82 6-ft VH90 12-ftRemove the Lens Hood To Attach an Accessory LensEP096FS Accessory Order FormDetach Here United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local DealerTrouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsVision. See See Clean the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Care and MaintenanceClean the Camcorder Clean the Camcorder’s LensThings to Avoid Proper Care and StorageInformation to User SpecificationsReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceFor how long after your purchase Limited WarrantyIf you purchased your camcorder outside the United States Index Index Index Index Meridian Street Indianapolis,