RCA CC437 manual Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR

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Attach the white plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the AUDIO IN jack on the TV or VCR.

Note: If your TV (or VCR) has stereo left and right AUDIO IN jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO. If one of the jacks is not labeled MONO, you may need a Y-adapter, such as AH25 shown on page 56, to hear both channels.

Attach the yellow plug on the same end of the audio/video cable to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV or VCR.

Attach the yellow plug on the other end of the audio/video cable to the yellow VIDEO jack and the white plug to the white AUDIO jack on the side of the camcorder.

Place the AV OUT/IN switch to OUT.

Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR

1.A. Camcorder connected directly to TV monitor: Turn on the TV and tune it to its 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 camcorder’s CAMERA/OFF/VCR

switch while sliding it to VCR. Insert the cassette you want to playback (or copy).

Note: The camcorder can only play back tapes recorded at the SP speed.

3.Press PLAY on the camcorder. To copy what the camcorder is playing, place a blank cassette in the VCR and start the VCR recording. Adjust the tracking on the camcorder if necessary. Details are on page 45.

•During playback, use the playback features described on page 45.

4.Press STOP/EJECT when you are finished.

Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV

1.A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV, and tune it to its 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 camcorder’s CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while sliding it to CAMERA. Insert the cassette you want to record on.

Note: When the camcorder is used as a camera, turn the TV’s volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by feedback.

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

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model CC437 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationTable of Contents Care and Maintenance Recording FeaturesRecording on the Camcorder PlaybackAssistance Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesAttach the adapter/charger Position Insert a cassette Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus controlPlay back what you have recorded Start and stop recordingLight Auto Review the camcorder’s operating controlsBattery To Remove the Adapter/Charger Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderCharging 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 Recording and Playback Times Erase Protection Safety TabCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesGently push the cassette down until it locks into place Cassette Tips Traveling TipsTape Positioning Quick ReviewMicrophone AI Artificial IntelligenceMacro Focus Auto FocusProgram AE Auto Exposure Time Remaining Display Electronic IndexingEyepiece Focus Control Eyepiece Bright Control Tilt AdjustmentFade Viewfinder Displays AE Auto Exposure Shutter SpeedZoom and 16 x StatusTime Remaining Battery LevelTime and Date Display To Correct the Date or Time Set the Time and DateThis battery must be charged approximately every two months Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock BatteryTo Select Display to Record Using Power Zoom Buttons Digital Zooming Using INST. Instant ZoomDo not use this recording mode unless you have a 16 x 9 TV 16X9 ModeTo Record in the 16X9 Mode Repeatedly Press Fade Select the Type of FadeFade Fade OutMemory Stop Using Memory StopFlying Erase Head ProEdit SystemEdit Search Audio Dubbing To Audio Dub Audio and Video Dubbing To Audio and Video Dub Titler To Correct an Error Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterTo Create a Title Titler Recording a Title on a Tape in the CamcorderPage Page Recording Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the Camcorder InstallationViewfinder Playback Stop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesPicture Search TrackingPage Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCRPage Watch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback OperationNormal TV Viewing To Use the Color Enhancement Light To Remove and Replace Light Case Removing and Replacing the Front Case of the LightTo Attach the Shoulder Strap Information to User Video Recorder Section GeneralCamera Section Adapter/ChargerCPS014 AC Adapter/Charger DCC096 DC Battery Car CordEP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries CRF95 RF Output Adapter VH83 Audio/Video CableCoaxial RF Cables VH82 6-ftRemoving the Lens Hood Attaching Accessory LensAC093 Deluxe Tripod Using an Optional TripodDescription Price Qty. Total Order Form for Camcorder Models CC437Page Items listed on this order form United States and Canada OrdersThings to Avoid Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Trouble Checks and Adjustments Rewind or Fast Tape Stops DuringForward Camcorder RemainsAE Shutter-Speed or Index Indicator DoesNot Appear Viewfinder Date and Time or Date Were Recorded onHow you get service What your warranty coversWhat your warranty does not cover How state law relates to this warrantyAUDIO/VIDEO Jacks STOP/EJECT Button Part Number 96-CC437-1 Meridian Street Indianapolis,