RCA CC6254 manual Insert a cassette tape, Eject switch Tape window Tape wheel

Page 15

Connections & Setup

STOP			R	RETAKE	F
COUNTER	R/M		IPE		DIGIFECT
		FADE/W	IPE
		FADE/W	P .	AE

CHARGE

POWER

REFRESH

EJECT

Insert a cassette tape

1.Make sure the camcorder is connected to a power supply.

2.Adjust the viewfinder.

3.With the camcorder set to A (automatic record), slide the EJECT switch until the cassette tape holder opens. Don’t force the camcorder open.

4.Insert a tape with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out.

EJECT switch

Tape window

Tape wheel

Notes:

•Make sure the tape is not slack when loading the cassette tape. If there is any slack, turn the wheel on the cassette tape in the direction of the arrow to take up the slack.

•Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some tapes have removable tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape.

5.Push on the area marked CLOSE until the cassette tape holder locks into place. (PAUSE appears in the viewfinder.)

Notes:

•You can’t open the cassette tape holder

unless a power supply is attached.

•The cassette tape holder can’t be opened while the camcorder is in the

record mode.

Area marked

CLOSE

BATTERY

RELEASE switch

Cassette tape holder

Chapter 1

13

Image 15

Contents Changing Entertainment. Again Camcorder User’s GuideProduct Registration Important InformationTable of Contents Using the Viewfinder RecordingPlayback Other Information Advanced FeaturesTape Care and Storage Things to Avoid Accessories Order FormConnections & Setup Parts Checklist Connections & SetupMenu SEC. REC Buttons and ControlsCharge Getting Started Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesAttach the lens cap Adjust the hand strapAttach the power supply Turn on the camcorder Power indicatorInsert a cassette tape Eject switch Tape window Tape wheelStart recording Use the viewfinder to see what’s recordingTurn off the camcorder Play your recordingCharging the Battery Powering the CamcorderRefreshing the Battery Removing the BatteryCharge marker Using the Charge Marker Battery Level Icon Battery Care and Storage Using the Power Supply Removing the power supplyUsing an Optional Plug Adapter in Foreign Countries Using the Shoulder Strap Setting the Date and Time Setting the Tape Recording Speed Setting the Tape Length Using the Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control Seeing What You Are RecordingTBC On-screen IconsAuto Date, Date, Time, or Date and Time Icons DEC 25 Recording and Playback IconsSpecial Effect Icons Stretch MonotoneB. Manual White Balance Icons Preset TitlesTracking Icons Status IconsFade and Wipe Icons Zoom Icon Exposure IconOther Icons TBC Time Base Corrector Icon Time Counter IconTime-Remaining Icon Recording Recording Details RecordingQuick Review Second RecordingRetake Digital and Optical Zooming Using the Zoom Lever W and TUsing Digital Zoom Using Steady Pix Recording Tips Playback Basic Playback Playback OptionsPlayback Adjusting the Tracking Using TBC Time Base CorrectorUsing Counter Memory Still Playback ModeShuttle Search Choose your Connection Using the Cassette Tape AdapterFacing up Inserting the Tape into the Cassette Tape AdapterGently close the adapter’s tape compartment lid Removing the Tape from the Cassette Tape AdapterConnecting to a TV or VCR with Audio/Video Input Jacks Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio/Video Input Jacks Tape Dubbing Advanced Features Using the Menus For Advanced Adjustment Advanced FeaturesMenu Definitions Camera MenuSystem Menu Display Full Title Lang Using the Advanced Features Fade/Wipe EffectsFades Wipes ShutterSD Shadow Program AE With Special EffectsS1/2000 2000 sec. High Speed Shutter Digital EffectsExposure Control Auto Focus FocusingManual Focus MWB White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Display Date/Time InsertInstant Titles System Menu AnimationTime-Lapse Other Information Some menus or features are not available TroubleshootingNo power is supplied Power suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itselfImage is out of focus An error number i.e. E03 appearsBright spots appear all over the viewfinder Viewfinder and the lens are dirtyAnimation or Time-Lapse is not available Picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake modeRecording cannot be performed Recording does not startDate and time displays disappear Wrong date and time are displayed/recordedTape won’t eject Power Date/Time SettingsFinal Notes TBC Time Base Corrector Video RecordingTapes Care and Cleaning After Using the CamcorderCleaning The Camcorder Tape Care and Storage Proper Care and StorageThings to Avoid Traveling TipsAudio/Video Jacks SpecificationsAC Power Supply CamcorderReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceBy Thomson Limited Warranty Option What your warranty does not cover If you purchased your camcorder outside the United States How State Law relates to warrantyFCC and Industry Canada Information ACS091 Shoulder Strap Optional Accessories244427 FB1260 Rechargeable Battery Pack AC201A Soft Carrying CaseUsing the Optional AC088 Tripod To order accessories, contact your local DealerVH83 A/V Cable United States and Canada Orders Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PADescription Price Qty Total Accessories Order FormUSE Your Credit Card This Page Left Blank Intentionally Index Index 100 Chapter 101 North Meridian Street Indianapolis,