RCA CC632 manual Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter

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Powering the Camcorder

Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter

To power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV, you need the optional car cord adapter DCC096 shown on page 53.

The DCC096 car cord is especially designed to convert power from a 12-volt battery to the 9.6-volt input jack on the camcorder.

Caution: The DCC096 car cord is designed to be used only with vehicles having 12-volt negative ground electrical systems.

Warning: To avoid possible damage to your camcorder, use only the DCC096. It has positive tip polarity and is capable of converting 12-volts to 9.6 volts.

Cigarette Lighter Socket

BATTERY

DCIN

9.5V

DC IN 9.6V Jack

Optional Car Cord

Adapter (DCC096)

1.Remove the adapter/charger’s DC cable or battery from the camcorder, if either is attached.

2.Connect the small plug on the car cord to the DC IN 9.6V jack located on the back of the camcorder.

3.Insert the other end of the car cord into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket.

4.Place the camcorder’s POWER switch in CAMERA. If the car cord is connected properly, the POWER indicator will light.

Notes: The vehicle does not have to be turned on for the camcorder to operate from the DC car cord.

When using the car cord to power the camcorder, the battery level indicator may

display . This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the car cord to power the camcorder.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model CC423 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsCare and Maintenance Recording FeaturesRecording on the Camcorder PlaybackFirst-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 To Remove the Adapter/Charger Powering the CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Charging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Attach Charged BatteryBattery Safety Precautions Battery CareBattery Storage Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter Recording and Playback Times Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Gently push the cassette down until it locks into place Inserting and Removing CassettesCassette Care and Storage Cassette Tips Camcorder Traveling and Cassette TipsTraveling Tips Quick Review Camcorder FeaturesMicrophone AI Artificial IntelligenceProgram AE Auto Exposure Auto FocusMacro Focus Time Remaining Display Electronic IndexingEyepiece Focus Control ViewfinderColor and Tint Controls Tilt AdjustmentEyepiece BRIGHT, COLOR, and Tint Controls Displays in Viewfinder Time and Date Display Battery LevelTo Correct the Date or Time Date and Time DisplaySet the Time and Date Recording Date and Time or Date on Your Tape Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock BatteryThis battery must be charged approximately every two months Zooming Using Power Zoom ButtonsSelect the Type of Fade Fading In and Out of ScenesRepeatedly Press Fade FadeMemory Stop Using Memory StopTape Counter with Memory Stop ProEdit System ProEdit FeaturesFlying Erase Head Edit SearchAudio Dubbing AV OUT/IN SwitchTo Audio Dub Audio and Video Dubbing AV OUT/IN Switch AVTo Audio and Video Dub Title SEL + TitlerTo Create a Title Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterTo Correct an Error Camera Recording Titles on a Tape in the CamcorderRecording Tips Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV Monitor Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV InstallationRecording Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the Camcorder Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesPicture Search TrackingVideo Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in JacksWatching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCRAntenna Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video InputsNormal TV Viewing Playback OperationWatch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV To Use the Color Enhancement Light Color Enhancement LightTo Remove and Replace Light Case Removing and Replacing the Front Case of the LightTo Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapPacking Carrying Case To 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 LensAC040 Heavy Duty Tripod Using an Optional TripodAC031 Deluxe Tripod Order Form for Camcorder Models CC423 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature International Orders 800 338United States and Canada Orders Things to Avoid Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsRewind or Fast Tape Stops DuringForward Camcorder RemainsAE Shutter-Speed or Does Not Look Natural Needs AdjustmentWere Recorded on TapeReturning 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 StatesGeneral SpecificationsVideo Recorder Section Camera SectionInformation to User Index Light AUTO/OFF/ON Switch STOP/EJECT Button VIDEO/AUDIO Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,