First-Time Operation, Assistance | RCA CC6383, CC6373 manual

First-Time Operation

This section describes the 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 packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder.

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

		WARNING: NICKEL
		CADMIUM BATTERY
		MUST BE RECYCLED
		OR DISPOSED OF
		PROPERLY.
Model CC6383* or Model CC6373*	Shoulder Strap	Rechargeable Nickel
(*Your camcorder may appear slightly different	Part No. ACS091	Cadmium Battery
than the one shown.)		Part No FB1260

Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than charging the FB1260, or BB99L battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

AC Adapter/Charger -- Part No. 242740

and DC Cable -- Part No. 244268

	+	-
Cassette Adapter	Cassette Adapter Battery
Part No. VCA115A	(Size "AA" 1.5 Volt)

Clock Cell

3-Volt Micro Lithium Cell – such as CR2025 – available from most local drug stores and camera shops. Use of other cells present a risk of fire or explosion.

CAUTIONS: Lithium cell must be disposed of properly. Never handle punctured or leaking cell. May cause burns or personal injury.

Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if swallowed. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.

The lithium cell used in this device may explode resulting in a fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate.

Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell, and never short circuit the + and – sides of the cell.

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RCA CC6383, CC6373 manual First-Time Operation, Assistance, Unpack the camcorder and accessories

Contents

USER’S Guide CC6373/CC6383 Product Registration Assistance Table of Contents Table of Contents Assistance Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesFirst-Time Operation Rotate Lens Cover control to open lens cover Adjust the handstrap to fit your handAttach the adapter/charger Power Switch Indicator Select a recording speed Insert a tape Use the Viewfinder Use the Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You RecordUse the LCD Monitor Select a tape length Start and stop recording Set the Power switch to OFF to turn off the camcorderPlay back what you have recorded Close the LCD monitor and lens cover Fades Review camcorder operating controls Light AUTO/ON/OFF Review camcorder’s operating controls Using an Optional Plug Adapter Power Your CamcorderAdapter/Charger Attach Adapter/Charger Attach the Charged Battery Rechargeable BatteryRemove the Battery Battery Safety Precautions Use the Refresh Button Use the Battery to Power Your CamcorderCharge the Battery Battery Care and Storage Battery Level Indicator Use the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional Car Cord Adapter To Remove Lithium Cell Install the Clock Lithium CellDate and Time Display Set the Date and Time Press the menu Push dial in twice to remove the menus Record Auto DATE, Date, Time, and Title Displays Select the Display on the DATE/TIME DISP. Menu LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays Videocassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording Time Cassette SP SLP Recording and Playback Speeds and Times Cassette Care and Storage Insert and Remove Cassettes Select a Tape Length RecordingTime-Remaining Display Or on LCD Monitor Time-Remaining DisplayViewfinder Use the LCD Monitor Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You Record Eyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingUse the Viewfinder Program AE Button Special Effect Indicators Battery Level IndicatorLCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays Cassette Warning B. Manual White Balance Indicators Preset TitlesAT or MT Tracking Indicator Zoom Indicator Exposure Indicators +03 Bright or Volume IndicatorFade and Wipe Indicators BK Fader Focus Indicators Tape Speed Indicators SP or SLP Steady Pix IndicatorLithium Cell Tape Length T30 To Turn Off the AutoShot Mode AutoShot ModeTo Turn on the AutoShot Mode Quick Review Feature Five-Second Record FeatureCamera Edit Feature To Turn Off the Five-Second Record Mode Digital Zooming ZoomingUse the Zoom Lever W and T Tele Macro Zooming Auto Focus Focusing Conditions Requiring Manual Focus Manual Focus Manual White Balance White BalanceAuto White Balance Press the menu Push dial to remove the menus Manual Exposure Exposure ControlAuto Exposure Conditions Requiring Manual Exposure Steady Pix FeatureTo Use the Steady Pix Feature To Fade or Wipe In or Out Fade or Wipe In or Out Fade or Wipe Fade or Wipe In or Out LCD Monitor or Viewfinder DisplaysFade or Wipe Out Repeatedly Press the Fades Button Program AE Button Indicator and Name Uses 16X9 Mode Select a Language for the Title Preset Titles To Stop Recording the Title Record a Preset Title Animation Recording To Record Using Animation To Stop Animation Recording Time-Lapse Recording To Record Using Time Lapse To Stop Time-Lapse Recording To Turn the Demo Mode Off Demo ModeTo Turn the Demo Mode On To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attach the Shoulder Strap To Use the Light Built-In Color Enhancement Light To Replace the Bulb Assembly Replace the Bulb Assembly Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback Playback To Play Back a Tape Position the Tape Playback FeaturesVisual Search Stop-Action Pause Time Counter To Use the Memory-Stop FeatureTracking TBC Time Base Corrector Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Install Cassette Adapter’s BatteryUse the Cassette Adapter Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter Playback on TV or VCR with Audio/Video Inputs Installation Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Traveling Tips Recording and Traveling TipsRecording Tips AC201A Soft Carrying Case DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer BB99L Rechargeable Battery FB1260 Rechargeable Battery CPS91 AC Battery ChargerVH83 Audio/Video Cable AH25 Y-Adapter Using the Optional AC088 Tripod United States and Canada Orders Accessory Order FormTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer Description Price Qty Total Order Form for Camcorder Models CC6373 and CC6383 Detach Here Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and Adjustments Press REW Cassette. See pages Trouble Checks General Specifications Clean the Camcorder Care and MaintenanceClean the Camcorder’s Lens Clean the Camcorder’s LCD Monitor Things to Avoid Proper Care and Storage Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and Service For how long after your purchase Limited Warranty If you purchased your camcorder outside the United States Index Index Index Index Information to User Tocom Meridian Street Indianapolis,