RCA CC437 manual Trouble Checks and Adjustments

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Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.

Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.

Trouble	Checks and Adjustments

No Power	• If using the rechargeable battery, it may need
	recharging.
	• If using the AC adapter/charger, make sure it is
	plugged into a working AC outlet.

Will Not Record or	• Make sure there is a cassette in the camcorder.
Play Back	• Try ejecting and re-inserting the cassette.
	• The cassette tape is broken — try another cassette.
	• You have reached the end of the cassette — try
	rewinding it.
	• Moisture condensation may cause the tape to stick to
	the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.
	Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable
	temperature before re-inserting a cassette.

Will Not Play Back	• CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be in VCR.

Will Not Record	• Safety tab has been removed from cassette.
	See page 16.
	• CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be in CAMERA.
	• A/V OUT/IN switch must be in OUT to record on the
	camcorder.

No Picture in Viewfinder	• Make sure the lens cap has been removed.

Tape Does Not Rewind	• Make sure titler graphics do not appear in viewfinder.
or Fast Forward	Press TITLER to remove them.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Product Registration Model CC437 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromTable of Contents Recording on the Camcorder Recording FeaturesCare and Maintenance PlaybackUnpack the camcorder and accessories AssistanceAttach the adapter/charger Position Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus control Insert a cassetteStart and stop recording Play back what you have recordedReview the camcorder’s operating controls Light AutoBattery Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder To Remove the Adapter/ChargerUsing the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the BatteryAttach Charged Battery Remove the BatteryBattery Care Battery StorageBattery Safety Precautions Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter Erase Protection Safety Tab Recording and Playback TimesInserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageGently push the cassette down until it locks into place Traveling Tips Cassette TipsMicrophone Quick ReviewTape Positioning AI Artificial IntelligenceAuto Focus Macro FocusProgram AE Auto Exposure Electronic Indexing Time Remaining DisplayEyepiece Focus Control Tilt Adjustment Eyepiece Bright ControlZoom and 16 x Viewfinder Displays AE Auto Exposure Shutter SpeedFade StatusBattery Level Time RemainingTime and Date Display Set the Time and Date To Correct the Date or TimeCharging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock Battery This battery must be charged approximately every two monthsTo Select Display to Record Using Power Zoom Buttons Using INST. Instant Zoom Digital Zooming16X9 Mode Do not use this recording mode unless you have a 16 x 9 TVTo Record in the 16X9 Mode Fade Select the Type of FadeRepeatedly Press Fade Fade OutUsing Memory Stop Memory StopProEdit System Flying Erase HeadEdit Search Audio Dubbing To Audio Dub Audio and Video Dubbing To Audio and Video Dub Titler Chart of Characters in Titler’s Register To Correct an ErrorTo Create a Title Recording a Title on a Tape in the Camcorder TitlerPage Page Installation Recording Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the CamcorderViewfinder Playback Picture Search Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause TrackingPage Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TVPage Playback Operation Watch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TVNormal TV Viewing To Use the Color Enhancement Light Removing and Replacing the Front Case of the Light To Remove and Replace Light CaseTo Attach the Shoulder Strap Information to User Camera Section GeneralVideo Recorder Section Adapter/ChargerDCC096 DC Battery Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/ChargerEP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries Coaxial RF Cables VH83 Audio/Video CableCRF95 RF Output Adapter VH82 6-ftAttaching Accessory Lens Removing the Lens HoodUsing an Optional Tripod AC093 Deluxe TripodOrder Form for Camcorder Models CC437 Description Price Qty. TotalPage United States and Canada Orders Items listed on this order formThings to Avoid Cleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s LensCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Trouble Checks and Adjustments Forward Tape Stops DuringRewind or Fast Camcorder RemainsNot Appear Viewfinder Date and Time or Date Index Indicator DoesAE Shutter-Speed or Were Recorded onWhat your warranty does not cover What your warranty coversHow you get service How state law relates to this warrantyAUDIO/VIDEO Jacks STOP/EJECT Button Meridian Street Indianapolis, Part Number 96-CC437-1