Using the Viewfinder, Recording, Playback | RCA CC6254 guide

Table of Contents

Chapter 2: Using the Viewfinder
Seeing What You Are Recording	26
Using the Viewfinder	26
On-screen Icons	27
Warning Icons	27
Recording and Playback Icons	28
Other Icons	33
Chapter 3: Recording
Recording Details	36
5-Second Recording	37
Quick Review	37
Retake	38
Digital and Optical Zooming	39
Using Steady Pix™	41
Recording Tips	42
Chapter 4: Playback
Playback Options	44
Basic Playback	44
Still Playback Mode	47
Shuttle Search	48
Choose your Connection	49
Using the Cassette Tape Adapter	49
Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks	52
Playback on a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks	53
Tape Dubbing	54

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RCA CC6254 manual Using the Viewfinder, Recording, Playback

Contents

Camcorder User’s Guide Changing Entertainment. Again Important Information Product Registration Table of Contents Recording Using the ViewfinderPlayback Advanced Features Other Information Accessories Order Form Tape Care and Storage Things to Avoid Connections & Setup Connections & Setup Parts Checklist Buttons and Controls Menu SEC. REC Charge Unpack the camcorder and accessories Getting Started Adjust the hand strap Attach the lens cap Attach the power supply Power indicator Turn on the camcorder Eject switch Tape window Tape wheel Insert a cassette tape Use the viewfinder to see what’s recording Start recording Play your recording Turn off the camcorder Powering the Camcorder Charging the Battery Removing the Battery Refreshing the BatteryCharge marker Using the Charge Marker Battery Level Icon Battery Care and Storage Removing the power supply Using 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 Seeing What You Are Recording Eyepiece Focus Control On-screen Icons TBC Recording and Playback Icons Auto Date, Date, Time, or Date and Time Icons DEC 25 Stretch Monotone Special Effect Icons Preset Titles B. Manual White Balance Icons Status Icons Tracking Icons Zoom Icon Exposure Icon Fade and Wipe Icons Other Icons Time Counter Icon TBC Time Base Corrector IconTime-Remaining Icon Recording Recording Recording Details Second Recording Quick Review Retake Using the Zoom Lever W and T Digital and Optical Zooming Using Digital Zoom Using Steady Pix Recording Tips Playback Playback Options Basic Playback Playback Using TBC Time Base Corrector Adjusting the Tracking Still Playback Mode Using Counter Memory Shuttle Search Using the Cassette Tape Adapter Choose your Connection Inserting the Tape into the Cassette Tape Adapter Facing up Removing the Tape from the Cassette Tape Adapter Gently close the adapter’s tape compartment lid Connecting 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 Advanced Features Using the Menus For Advanced Adjustment Camera Menu Menu DefinitionsSystem Menu Display Full Title Lang Fade/Wipe Effects Using the Advanced FeaturesFades Shutter Wipes Program AE With Special Effects SD Shadow Digital Effects S1/2000 2000 sec. High Speed Shutter Exposure Control Focusing Auto Focus Manual Focus White Balance Adjustment MWB Manual White Balance Date/Time Insert Display Instant Titles Animation System Menu Time-Lapse Other Information Troubleshooting No power is suppliedPower suddenly goes off and does not come back on by itself Some menus or features are not available An error number i.e. E03 appears Bright spots appear all over the viewfinderViewfinder and the lens are dirty Image is out of focus Picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode Recording cannot be performedRecording does not start Animation or Time-Lapse is not available Wrong date and time are displayed/recorded Date and time displays disappearTape won’t eject Date/Time Settings PowerFinal Notes Video Recording TBC Time Base Corrector Tapes After Using the Camcorder Care and CleaningCleaning The Camcorder Proper Care and Storage Tape Care and Storage Traveling Tips Things to Avoid Specifications AC Power SupplyCamcorder Audio/Video Jacks Customer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange By Thomson Limited Warranty Option What your warranty does not cover How State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your camcorder outside the United States FCC and Industry Canada Information Optional Accessories 244427 FB1260 Rechargeable Battery PackAC201A Soft Carrying Case ACS091 Shoulder Strap To order accessories, contact your local Dealer Using the Optional AC088 TripodVH83 A/V Cable Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA United States and Canada Orders Accessories Order Form Description Price Qty Total USE Your Credit Card This Page Left Blank Intentionally Index Index 100 Chapter 101 North Meridian Street Indianapolis,