First-Time Operation | RCA CC632 manual

First-Time Operation

This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options.

Assistance

The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter.

Camcorder Exchange Warranty . . . . .800-283-6503

Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-336-1900

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800-338-0376

1.Unpack the camcorder and accessories.

•Save the box and packing materials in case you ever need to store or ship your camcorder.

•The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any of them are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.

	Camcorder	Carrying Case
	Model CC423
		Part No. 221286

WARNING: LEAD-ACID BATTERY.

MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

Rechargeable 10-Volt Battery

Stock No. EP096FS

Shoulder Strap

Stock No. 227327

AC Adapter/Charger:

Stock No. 221355 or 221356 DC Cable: Stock No. 209342

Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than charging the EP096FL or EP096FS battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

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RCA CC632 manual First-Time Operation, Unpack the camcorder and accessories

Contents

USER‘S Guide Model CC423 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product Registration Assistance Table of Contents Care and Maintenance Recording FeaturesRecording on the Camcorder Playback First-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessories Attach the adapter/charger Position of the Power Insert a cassette Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus control Play back what you have recorded Start and stop recording Titler Button Also Title SEL + Button Review the camcorder’s operating controls Battery To Remove the Adapter/Charger Powering the CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Charging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Remove the Battery Attach Charged Battery Battery 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 Intelligence Program AE Auto Exposure Auto FocusMacro Focus Time Remaining Display Electronic Indexing Eyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder Color and Tint Controls Tilt AdjustmentEyepiece BRIGHT, COLOR, and Tint Controls Displays in Viewfinder Time and Date Display Battery Level To 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 Buttons Select the Type of Fade Fading In and Out of ScenesRepeatedly Press Fade Fade Memory Stop Using Memory StopTape Counter with Memory Stop ProEdit System ProEdit FeaturesFlying Erase Head Edit Search Audio Dubbing AV OUT/IN Switch To Audio Dub Audio and Video Dubbing AV OUT/IN Switch AV To Audio and Video Dub Title SEL + Titler To Create a Title Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterTo Correct an Error Camera Recording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Recording 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 Features Stop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesPicture Search Tracking Video Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in Jacks Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR Antenna Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs Normal TV Viewing Playback OperationWatch What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV To Use the Color Enhancement Light Color Enhancement Light To Remove and Replace Light Case Removing and Replacing the Front Case of the Light To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder Strap Packing Carrying Case To order accessories, contact your local dealer Optional AccessoriesAC028A Soft Camcorder Case VCC1000 Video Color Control Center EP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries DCC096 DC Battery Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/Charger CRF95 RF Output Adapter AH005 Audio/Video CableCoaxial RF Cables AH065G 6-ft Removing the Lens Hood Attaching Accessory Lens AC040 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 Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and Adjustments Rewind or Fast Tape Stops DuringForward Camcorder Remains AE Shutter-Speed or Does Not Look Natural Needs AdjustmentWere Recorded on Tape Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and Service Limited Warranty How State Law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States General SpecificationsVideo Recorder Section Camera Section Information to User Index Light AUTO/OFF/ON Switch STOP/EJECT Button VIDEO/AUDIO Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,