RCA CC632 manual Assistance, Table of Contents

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Assistance

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Camcorder Exchange Warranty	800-283-6503 (Pages 66-67)
Customer Service	800-336-1900 (Page 65)
Accessories	800-338-0376 (Pages 52-59)

Table of Contents
Safety Information	i
Product Registration	i
Contents	1-2
First-Time Operation
• Assistance	3
• Unpack Camcorder and
Accessories	3
• Attach the Adapter/Charger	4
• Remove Lens Cap and Attach
to Handstrap	5
• Turn on the Camcorder	5
• Insert a Cassette	6
• Position Viewfinder and
Adjust Eyepiece Focus Control	6
• Start and Stop Recording	7
• Play Back What You Have
Recorded	7
• Review the Camcorder’s
Operating Controls	8-9

Powering the Camcorder
• Using the Adapter/Charger	10
• Using the Rechargeable Battery
• Charging	11
• Attaching and Removing	12
• Care and Storage	13
• Safety Precautions	13
• Battery Level Indicator	14
• Using the Optional Car Cord
Adapter	15
Video Cassettes
• Erase Protection	16
• Recording and Playback Times	16
• Inserting and Removing
Cassettes	17
Cassette Care and Storage	17
Traveling Tips	18
Cassette Tips	18

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model CC423 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsPlayback Recording FeaturesCare and Maintenance Recording on the CamcorderFirst-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 Powering the Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderTo Remove the Adapter/Charger Charging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Attach Charged BatteryBattery Care Battery StorageBattery Safety Precautions Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter Erase Protection Safety Tab Video CassettesRecording and Playback Times Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageGently push the cassette down until it locks into place Camcorder Traveling and Cassette Tips Traveling TipsCassette Tips AI Artificial Intelligence Camcorder FeaturesQuick Review MicrophoneAuto Focus Macro FocusProgram AE Auto Exposure Time Remaining Display Electronic IndexingEyepiece Focus Control ViewfinderTilt Adjustment Eyepiece BRIGHT, COLOR, and Tint ControlsColor and Tint Controls Displays in Viewfinder Time and Date Display Battery LevelDate and Time Display Set the Time and DateTo Correct the Date or Time Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock Battery This battery must be charged approximately every two monthsRecording Date and Time or Date on Your Tape Zooming Using Power Zoom ButtonsFade Fading In and Out of ScenesSelect the Type of Fade Repeatedly Press FadeUsing Memory Stop Tape Counter with Memory StopMemory Stop Edit Search ProEdit FeaturesProEdit System Flying Erase HeadAudio Dubbing AV OUT/IN SwitchTo Audio Dub Audio and Video Dubbing AV OUT/IN Switch AVTo Audio and Video Dub Title SEL + TitlerChart of Characters in Titler’s Register To Correct an ErrorTo Create a Title Camera Recording Titles on a Tape in the CamcorderRecording Tips Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV Monitor Installation Recording Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the CamcorderRecording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesTracking Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Picture SearchVideo 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 InputsPlayback Operation Watch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TVNormal TV Viewing 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 VCC1000 Video Color Control Center Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local dealer AC028A Soft Camcorder CaseEP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries DCC096 DC Battery Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/ChargerAH065G 6-ft AH005 Audio/Video CableCRF95 RF Output Adapter Coaxial RF CablesRemoving the Lens Hood Attaching Accessory LensUsing an Optional Tripod AC031 Deluxe TripodAC040 Heavy Duty Tripod Accessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Models CC423 Authorized Signature 800 338 United States and Canada OrdersInternational Orders Things to Avoid Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s LensCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsCamcorder Remains Tape Stops DuringRewind or Fast ForwardTape Does Not Look Natural Needs AdjustmentAE Shutter-Speed or Were Recorded onReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited Warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty Product RegistrationCamera Section SpecificationsGeneral Video Recorder SectionInformation to User Index Light AUTO/OFF/ON Switch STOP/EJECT Button VIDEO/AUDIO Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers