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First-Time Operation

9

11. Review camcorder’s operating controls.

PLAY Button

REW (Rewind)/REVIEW Button
(Also – Button)

F.FWD (Fast Forward)
Button
(Also + Button)

CAMERA/
OFF/VCR
Switch

DISPLAY Button

DATE/TIME Button

TITLER Button

RESET Button

STOP/EJECT
Button

VIDEO, AUDIO OUT,
and RF DC OUT Jacks
(Located Behind Small Cover)

Microphone

Lens

Lens Hood

Reset Switch
(See Trouble
Checks for
details.)

(continued on next page)

(Also EDIT-ADV
Button)

Summary of Contents for Autoshot CC4352

Page 1: ...manual s Assistance section listed above the Table of Contents on page 1 For Camcorder Exchange Warranty information see pages 66 67 For Camcorder Customer Service information see page 65 For CamcorderAccessories information see pages 51 57 We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder We regret any inconvenience this may cause ...

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Page 3: ...rvice and attach it here Record the serial number and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose camcorder or AC adapter charger to rain or moisture Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAU TION RISQUEDECHOCELECTRIQUE NEP...

Page 4: ...g the Time and Date 20 To Correct the Date or Time 20 Charging the Built in Clock Battery 21 LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays 21 Recording Time and Date 21 AUTO Date 21 Auto TITLE 21 Date 21 Selecting Display 21 Recording 22 Using the LCD Monitor 22 Using the Viewfinder 23 Eyepiece Focus Control 23 Adjusting the Viewfinder 23 LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays 24 AE 60 Auto Exposure Shutter Spee...

Page 5: ...ng 32 Mosaic Mode 33 Mirror Mode 33 Fading In and Out of Scenes 34 Selecting a Type of Fade 34 Fade In 35 Fade Out 35 Tape Counter 36 Using the Memory Stop Feature 36 Camera Edit Feature 37 Creating a Title 39 Correcting an Error 39 Chart of Characters 39 Recording a Title 40 Recording Tips 41 Travel Tips 41 To Play Back a Tape 43 Playback Features 44 Tape Positioning 44 Visual Searching 44 Stop A...

Page 6: ...ce 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 continued on next page Shoulder Strap Stock No 227327 or Stock No 241305 Model CC4352 AC Adapter Charger Stock No 241044 DC Cable Stock No 233328 POWER CHARGE Rechargeable 10 Volt Battery Stock No EP096FS WARNING LEAD ...

Page 7: ...fore it can be used the first time attach the adapter charger to the camcorder 1 Attach one end of the adapter charger s DC cable to the DC OUTPUT jack on the side of the adapter charger 2 Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9 6V jack on the camcorder 3 Plug the adapter charger s plug into an operating outlet 4 Details are on page 12 2 Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap ...

Page 8: ...atically turns off if it remains in record pause for five minutes Place the switch to OFF and then back to CAMERA 1 Press STOP EJECT to open the cassette compartment 2 Insert the cassette with the safety tab facing up and the tape windows facing out 3 Press the cassette down gently until it locks into place and close the cassette compartment door 4 Details are on page 19 Cassette Door Press Here t...

Page 9: ...rns off When you close the LCD monitor the viewfinder automatically turns on When you extend the LCD monitor 90º and rotate it all the way around screen side facing toward the person you re recording both the viewfinder and the LCD monitor show what s being recorded Use the LCD Monitor 1 Unfold the shoulder extension pad 2 Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor Make sure the monitor is open...

Page 10: ...appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor when the camcorder is recording Press and release the REC PAUSE button again to stop recording The camcorder is now in the record pause mode appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor when the camcorder is in record pause REC PAUSE Button continued on next page ...

Page 11: ...ess PLAY to play back the tape 5 Press STOP EJECT when you are finished playing back the tape Details on LCD monitor and viewfinder playback are on pages 42 43 PLAY Button CAMERA OFF VCR Switch REC PAUSE Button 9 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder 10 Close the LCD monitor and replace the lens cap Caution Make sure the LCD monitor is open 90º before rotating it back into...

Page 12: ... F FWD Fast Forward Button Also Button CAMERA OFF VCR Switch DISPLAY Button DATE TIME Button TITLER Button RESET Button STOP EJECT Button VIDEO AUDIO OUT and RF DC OUT Jacks Located Behind Small Cover Microphone Lens Lens Hood Reset Switch See Trouble Checks for details continued on next page Also EDIT ADV Button ...

Page 13: ...utton Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Attach Rechargeable Battery Here REC PAUSE Button Handstrap with Lens Cap Holder Viewfinder OPEN Button Cassette Door Press here to close LCD Monitor Power Zoom Buttons W and T Also TRACKING Buttons FADE Button DIGITAL EFFECTS Button BATTERY EJECT Button Volume Control Bright Control Built In Speaker DC IN 9 6V Jack BRIGHT and FOCUS Controls See Trouble Checks ...

Page 14: ...back through the buckle making sure it is threaded over the outer strap Make sure the strap is not twisted 4 Repeat steps 1 3 to attach the other end of the strap 5 Pull on the straps and make sure they are securely fastened before using the shoulder strap to support your camcorder Cautions When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap rotate the viewfinder up to its original position If the...

Page 15: ...rge the battery When using the adapter charger to power the camcorder the battery level indicator might display This indicator is used for battery operation and has no meaning when using the adapter charger to power the camcorder Remove Adapter Charger 1 Unplug the adapter charger from the wall outlet 2 Remove the DC cable from the adapter charger and camcorder POWER CHARGE DC OUTPUT Jack DC Cable...

Page 16: ...ry flush against the adapter charger and slide it in the direction of the arrow 3 Plug adapter charger into nearest AC outlet 120V 50 60Hz 4 If the battery is properly connected the adapter charger s CHARGE indicator lights Note Your battery will provide better service if you charge it before and after use and store it at room temperature 5 Remove the charged battery by sliding it up and off the a...

Page 17: ...n of the arrow 3 Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you set it to CAMERA Removing the Battery 1 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF 2 Press and hold the BATTERY EJECT button while removing the battery Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder continued ATTENTION THE RECHARGABLE BATTERY CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCT IS RECYCLABLE AT THE END OF ITS USEFUL LIFE UNDER VARIOU...

Page 18: ...lly charged As the power is used and appear When the battery power is almost gone flashes in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor Recharge the battery or use the adapter charger before continuing to use the camcorder Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder before replacing the battery Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder continued Cautions When a battery reaches empty dur...

Page 19: ...utions Batteries being recharged that have not been used for an extended period may continue to charge after the normal time Do not charge a battery for more than 24 hours If the CHARGE indicator on the adapter charger starts flashing remove the battery and reattach it If after several attempts the indicator contin ues to flash your battery cannot take a charge and must be replaced Throwing the ba...

Page 20: ... back of the camcorder 4 Take the vehicle s cigarette lighter out of the socket 5 Insert the car cord s cigarette lighter plug into the vehicle s cigarette lighter socket 6 To turn on the camcorder press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you set it to CAMERA Notes The vehicle does not have to be running for the camcorder to operate from the DC car cord The battery level ...

Page 21: ...ider the use of a dry chemical nonabrasive head cleaning tape Be sure to follow the directions with the head cleaning kit carefully Improper use of a head cleaner might damage your camcorder Erase Protection Safety Tab You can use your videocassettes over and over again To erase a previous recording just record over it Recording and Playback Speed and Times The camcorder records and plays back in ...

Page 22: ...electric motors and other devices Insert and Remove Cassettes Keep dust from entering the cassette compartment All dust is abrasive and will cause excessive wear on the tape and the camcorder s recording or playback heads Do not use cassettes with damaged or spliced tape Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or exposed to moisture The tape might jam and or damage your camcorder Break off th...

Page 23: ...s you know which part of the display you are setting If the flashing cursor does not appear press and hold DATE TIME and then press STOP EJECT 4 Repeatedly press the F FWD or REW REVIEW until the correct month appears Press and hold the button to advance the digits faster 5 When the correct month is displayed press STOP EJECT The cursor moves to the next part of the display 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 ...

Page 24: ... your tape Whenever one of these displays appear it will be recorded 10 25AM 11 18 1999 AUTO 11 18 1999 TITLE Date Display TITLE The date and title you have created are displayed and recorded for approximately 10 seconds at the beginning of the recording Date Display The date is dis played and recorded No Display No display is dis played or recorded Charging the Built in Clock Battery The camcorde...

Page 25: ... you are finished carefully rotate the monitor back into position and close and lock it into place Note When recording on a bright sunny day the LCD monitor might be hard to see Use the viewfinder Monitor can open up to 90º Open monitor 90º before rotating it Bright Control OPEN Button You can watch what you are recording on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder When the LCD monitor is open more th...

Page 26: ...ocus control for your vision The eyepiece focus control does not affect the focus of the picture actually recorded by the camcorder Using the Viewfinder The camcorder s viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording When the LCD monitor is open more than 45º the viewfinder automatically turns off Cautions Do not pull on the eyepiece Do not force th...

Page 27: ...recording that you re going to play back on a 16X9 TV Select NEGPOS to reverse the image from positive to negative Select ZM 2 to activate the extended zoom mode wide angle to 240 times with instant zoom ZOOM appears when you zoom over 16 times Select MIRROR to record a symmetric image on the left and right Select MOSAIC to record a mosaic image Details are on pages 30 33 Fade Indicator Press the ...

Page 28: ...tape and replace it with a new one NO TAPE flashes when you try to record with no cassette inserted TAPE END flashes when there is approximately five minutes of recording time left on the tape TAPE END briefly appears when you reach the end of the cassette when you re recording Time and Date Display Press the DATE TIME button to display the time and date AUTO date auto TITLE date only or no date w...

Page 29: ... The microphone picks up the sound during a recording It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed Quick Review Feature Press and release REW REVIEW when the camcorder is in record pause to review the last few seconds of a recording The CAMERA OFF VCR switch must be set to CAMERA The camcorder will play back the last few seconds of the recording return the tape to i...

Page 30: ...ht situations Recording a scene with fast motions like a tennis swing Macro Focus The macro focus feature lets you focus on objects as close as 3 8 inch from the camcorder lens 1 Press and hold zoom button W until the lens is completely zoomed out Continued on next page 2 Position the subject in the center of the scene Notes Zooming is not possible when using macro focus To change the size of the ...

Page 31: ...ndexed tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing feature called VHS Index Search System the invisible marks can be located automatically See your VCR Owner s Manual for index playback instructions When the DISPLAY button is pressed so the displays appear INDEX appears briefly to let you know the camcorder is recording an index mark Note The camcorder does not record index marks every time you s...

Page 32: ...SPLAY is pressed so the displays appear the zoom level indicator appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor during normal zooming ZOOM appears when you zoom more than 16 times Using the Instant Zoom Button INST ZOOM 1 To magnify the subject 1 5 times from any normal zoom position press the INST ZOOM button When DISPLAY is pressed so the displays appear I ZOOM appears in the viewfinder or on t...

Page 33: ...Monitor or Viewfinder Displays Negative Mode Digital Zoom Mode 16 X 9 Mode ZM 2 Normal Picture No Display 16X9 NEGPOS MIRROR Mirror Mode Repeatedly Press DIGITAL EFFECTS Mosaic Mode MOSAIC Selecting a Digital Effect 1 Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor If they do not press the DISPLAY button 2 Repeatedly press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button The indicator for the digi...

Page 34: ...ode Recording in 16X9 Mode 1 Place the camcorder in record pause Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor If they do not press DISPLAY 2 Repeatedly press the DIGITAL EFFECTS button until 16X9 appears 3 Press REC PAUSE to start recording 4 To turn off 16X9 recording press REC PAUSE to pause recording and repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until no digital effects display ...

Page 35: ...e the camcorder in record pause Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor If they do not press DISPLAY 2 Repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until ZM 2 appears Use the zoom buttons to zoom in and out ZOOM appears when you zoom above 16X 3 Press REC PAUSE to start recording 4 To turn off negative recording press REC PAUSE to pause recording and repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFE...

Page 36: ...ic effect to your recording 1 Make sure the displays appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor If they do not press DISPLAY 2 Repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until MOSAIC appears 3 Press REC PAUSE to start recording 3 Press REC PAUSE to start recording 4 To turn off mirror recording press REC PAUSE to pause recording and repeatedly press DIGITAL EFFECTS until no digital effects display appea...

Page 37: ...AY 2 Repeatedly press the FADE button The indicator for the fade you select will appear Select white to fade in and out to from a white screen Select black wipe to fade in and out to from a black screen Select YEL BLU GRN FADE Button yellow blue or green wipe to fade in and out to from a yellow blue or green screen Select zoom to fade in and out while zooming Select B W black and white to fade in ...

Page 38: ...o select the fade you want to use Note The last fade used appears the first time you press FADE 3 Press REC PAUSE to start recording The picture and sound gradually appears in place of the blank screen Fade Out 1 During recording repeatedly press FADE to select a fade Note The last fade used appears the first time you press FADE 2 Press REC PAUSE to stop recording The picture and sound gradually d...

Page 39: ...top 3 Continue to record or play the tape When you want to return to the place you marked press the REC PAUSE button to stop recording or the STOP EJECT button to stop playback 4 Press and hold the small red button while you set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to VCR 5 Press the REW REVIEW button The tape rewinds to the counter reading of 0000M Notes Press DISPLAY to display or remove the tape counter M...

Page 40: ...sition the tape when the camcorder is in record pause Press and hold the small red button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA Press and hold REW REVIEW to visually search the recorded tape in reverse Press and hold F FWD to visually search forward on the recorded tape Press and hold PLAY to view the recorded tape at normal speed When you release the button the camcorder retur...

Page 41: ...eated title can be displayed and recorded at any time The built in character register contains more than 45 different characters Your title can contain up to 32 characters on two lines CAMERA OFF VCR Switch TITLER Button Button Also REW REVIEW Button Button Also F FWD Button EDIT ADV Button Also STOP EJECT Button ...

Page 42: ...acter press EDIT ADV to move the flashing cursor to the place where you want the next character to appear 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed the title 7 When you are finished press TITLER to store the title and remove the title graphics from the viewfinder or LCD monitor Remember Be sure to remove the titler graphics from the viewfinder or LCD monitor for normal recording Correcting a...

Page 43: ... If you do not want to continue recording press REC PAUSE Remember Remove the titler graphics for normal recording Note You can also use the automatic title recording feature to automatically record the title and date for 10 seconds when you begin recording Press the DATE TIME button to display TITLE before starting to record 1 Attach a power source to the camcorder 2 Place the tape you want to co...

Page 44: ...ppliances traffic sounds etc can detract from the sound you want to record Avoid long still shots of landmarks and scenic attractions Recordings are more interesting if they include people and details Local color will give travel videos lasting appeal Consider recording a familiar or landmark scene from an unfamiliar vantage point Travel Tips Write down your camcorder s serial number and keep it s...

Page 45: ...white using the viewfinder When the LCD monitor is open more than 45º the viewfinder automatically turns off Close the LCD monitor the viewfinder automatically turns on Rotate the monitor completely around and place it against the camcorder for convenient playback During playback you can hear the sound from the tapes on the built in speaker when you use the LCD monitor Bright Control Speaker CAMER...

Page 46: ...oor 3 Press and hold the small red button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you set it to VCR 4 Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to view what you are playing back Use the LCD Monitor Press the OPEN button to open the LCD monitor Make sure the monitor is open at least 45º The viewfinder automatically turns off You can rotate the monitor around when it is open 90º and place it back against the cam...

Page 47: ...ch Tape Positioning Press the small red button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you set it to VCR Press and quickly release REW REVIEW or F FWD to rewind or fast forward the tape Press STOP EJECT to stop the tape Visual Searching During playback press and hold F FWD or REW REVIEW if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse Release the button to return to normal playback Stop Ac...

Page 48: ... up or down and out of the picture TRACKING Buttons Also W and T Tracking Remove the tape to reset the tracking to its preset center Note The tracking buttons only affect tape playback They have no effect during recording During stop action playback pressing one tracking button might reduce picture jitter picture bouncing up and down Some jitter is normal ...

Page 49: ...r VCR has stereo AUDIO IN jacks attach the plug to the one labeled MONO If one is not labeled MONO you might need a Y adapter such as AH25 shown on page 53 to hear both channels 2 Attach the yellow plug to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV or VCR 3 Attach the white plug on the other end of the audio video cable to the AUDIO jack located under the small cover on the side of the camcorder 4 Attach the yel...

Page 50: ... on the monitor down all the way to prevent picture distortion 4 To copy what the camcorder is playing place a blank cassette in the VCR and press the VCR s RECORD button Note Make sure the memory stop feature is turned off press DISPLAY or the camcorder will enter play pause when the counter reaches 0000M 5 Press STOP EJECT when you are finished Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording 1...

Page 51: ...n lead type attached by two screws you need an optional 300 75 ohm transformer 2 Attach one end of the optional coaxial RF cable to the OUT TO TV connector on the adapter and attach the other end to the VHF input on your TV as shown Note If your TV has 300 ohm screw terminals you need a 75 300 ohm transformer such as VH54 shown on page 53 3 Attach the RF output adapter s yellow plug to the VIDEO j...

Page 52: ...squeal caused by feedback 2 Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to the same channel you selected on the TV 3 Press and hold the small red button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you set it to CAMERA 4 Press the REC PAUSE button to begin recording You can watch what the camcorder is seeing or recording on the TV screen Normal TV Viewing For normal TV viewing leave the RF output adapte...

Page 53: ...5 Do not use any other car cord with this camcorder AC202 Soft Carrying Case This case provides protection and utility for full size camcorders and most accessories It is constructed of rugged nylon fabric for years of reliable service Three outside pockets provide ample accessory storage with mesh covered lens filter compartment and built in holders for memo pads pens and other accessories The ha...

Page 54: ...L powers your camcorder twice as long as the EP096FS depending on how much you turn the camcorder on and off and use zoom and pause Both can be recharged with the AC adapter charger that came with your camcorder CPS014 AC Battery Charger The CPS014 battery charger plugs directly into an AC outlet and charges the EP096FS and EP096FL camcorder batteries Because the CPS014 operates on 100 240 Volts 5...

Page 55: ... you need a 300 to 75 ohm transformer If your TV has 300 ohm antenna screw terminals you need an optional 75 to 300 ohm transformer such as VH54 CRF95 RF Output Adapter Coaxial RF Cables These RF cables are used with the RF output adapter to connect your camcorder to a standard TV one without audio video input jacks for playback If your TV has 300 ohm antenna screw terminals you need an optional 7...

Page 56: ...standard 75 ohm antenna cable such as VH82 or VH90 to the 300 ohm screw terminals on a TV VH83 Audio Video Cable This six foot audio video cable can be used to connect the camcorder to a TV monitor or VCR for tape playback or copying tapes AH25 Y Adapter This Y adapter allows you to connect your camcorder s mono audio cable to a stereo TV or VCR ...

Page 57: ...ens 2 To remove the lens cap and hood turn them counterclockwise with the palm of your hand 3 Turn the accessory lens clockwise into the camcorder s lens Make sure the lens is tightened firmly but do not over tighten 1 Attach the lens cap over the lens hood All specifications and descriptions of accessories are subject to change without notice Caution Do not grasp the end of the lens hood ...

Page 58: ...2 95 Coaxial RF Cable VH82 6 95 Audio Video Cable VH83 5 95 Coaxial RF Cable VH90 7 95 Shoulder Strap 241305 12 95 AC Adapter Charger Supplied and 241044 169 95 DC Cable 233328 13 65 Total Merchandise _________ Sales Tax _________ We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state county and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Shipping and Handling 5 ...

Page 59: ...te Copy Number above your name on MasterCard AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Prices are subject to change without notice Please make sure that both sides of this form have been filled out completely Allow 4 weeks for delivery All accessories are subject to availability IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your Discover Card Expiration date Print or type your name and address clearly A complete and cor...

Page 60: ...ady and call the toll free number listed below between 8 AM and 10 PM EST Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM EST Saturday Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form 1 800 338 0376 To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S currency made payable to Thomson Consumer ...

Page 61: ...s plugged into a working outlet If using AC adapter charger make sure it is plugged into a working outlet Make sure CAMERA OFF VCR switch is set to correct position for desired operation There might not be a cassette in the camcorder Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette The cassette tape might be broken try another cassette You might have reached the end of the cassette try rewinding it Moist...

Page 62: ...carefully use a plastic screwdriver Make the adjustments with caution to prevent damaging the miniature controls Tape was recorded on a different camcorder or VCR If the picture contains black and white streaks press one of the tracking buttons to correct it See page 45 Camcorder only has one speed SP If the tape was recorded at a different speed it cannot be played back on this camcorder A fade o...

Page 63: ... title from the viewfinder or LCD monitor See pages 38 40 Date or time may need to be set See page 20 Clock lithium cell battery may need recharging See page 21 LCD monitor is open at least 45º Viewfinder automatically turns off Monitor closed viewfinder turns on During recording viewfinder turns on when monitor rotated around to face the subject During playback viewfinder turns off when monitor r...

Page 64: ...nitor These spots are not recorded on the tape and are not due to a defect in the unit The light that illuminates the LCD monitor gets hot To cool it down close the LCD monitor and turn off the camcorder Lead acid batteries must be kept charged Charge your battery before and after every use and at least every six months Battery run times are measured when the camcorder is recording continuously To...

Page 65: ...ipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens Improper cleaning might scratch the lens Cleaning the Viewfinder 1 Depress tab to open small cover 2 Gently use a cotton swab and clean the mirror inside the viewfinder 3 Gently close cover until tab snaps in place Lens Clean the LCD Monitor To clean the camcorder s LCD monitor use a clean...

Page 66: ...location to a warm location Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette When the camcorder is moved from cold to warm condensation might cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time The re...

Page 67: ... B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Alterations or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalida...

Page 68: ...sentative before returning your equipment to avoid delays accounting errors or even loss of your unit The Thomson representative who authorized the return of your equipment will give you an RA number over the phone They will also provide you with instructions on where and how to return your Camcorder Write the number in large clear characters on the outside of the box To avoid confusion and misund...

Page 69: ... Discover MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to our phone representative This is for security purposes If we receive your unit excluding all accessories within 14 days from the date you were provided the RA number only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account IF YOUR UNIT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 14 DAYS THE SUGGESTED RETAIL VALUE OF THE CAMCOR DER WILL BE CHA...

Page 70: ... 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center nearest you Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center of your choice Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center representative evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale Pick up your camcorder when repairs are complete What your warranty does not cover Adjustment of customer controls Damage from misuse or neglect...

Page 71: ...aning 62 turn on 5 Camera edit feature 37 CAMERA OFF VCR switch 5 9 14 15 17 20 21 26 36 37 38 39 40 42 43 44 47 49 Car cord adapter 17 Care and maintenance cleaning the camcorder viewfinder 62 proper care and storage 63 things to avoid 63 Care and storage camcorder 63 cassette 19 Cassette door 10 Cassette holder 19 Cassettes inserting removing 19 video 18 Charging clock battery 21 Cleaning the ca...

Page 72: ...g 28 Erase protection 18 Eyepiece focus control 10 23 42 43 F F FWD fast forward button 9 20 36 37 38 44 FADE button 10 34 35 Fade indicators 24 34 Fast forwarding indicator 25 FOCUS control 10 H Handstrap 4 10 Head cleaning 18 I Important safety information 2 INDEX indicator 25 28 Indicators 16X9 24 31 AE focus 24 27 battery level 15 24 digital effects 24 30 fade 24 34 fast forwarding 25 I ZOOM 2...

Page 73: ... NEG POS indicator 24 32 Negative mode 32 NO TAPE indicator 25 O OPEN button 6 10 22 42 43 Operating Controls Plus and Minus buttons 9 38 Operating controls 9 Optional accessories 50 P PLAY button 8 9 37 42 43 47 49 Playback First 8 Playback features stop action pause 44 tape counter 36 tape positioning 44 tracking 45 visual searching 44 Playback on a TV without A V inputs 48 Playback on TV VCR wi...

Page 74: ...utput adapter optional 48 S Safety precautions battery 16 Safety tab 18 Searching during playback 44 Shoulder extension pad 6 10 Shoulder strap 3 attaching 11 attachment rings 10 SP speed 18 43 Speaker 42 speaker built in 10 Specifications 64 Speed recording and playback 18 Status indicators 25 STOP button 8 36 Stop action pause 44 STOP EJECT button 5 9 15 19 20 36 38 42 43 44 47 49 T Tape copying...

Page 75: ...ttons 10 Tracking buttons 45 Tripod using 51 Trouble checks 58 V VIDEO and AUDIO jacks 9 46 48 Videocassettes 18 Viewfinder 6 10 22 23 16X9 indicator 24 adjust for viewing 23 displays 24 eyepiece focus control 23 playback 42 43 using to record 22 Visual searching 44 Volume control 10 42 W Warnings 2 25 Z ZM 2 indicator 24 32 ZOOM indicator 29 Zoom buttons 10 29 ZOOM indicator 24 25 29 Zoom level i...

Page 76: ...the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna that is the antenna for radio or television that is receiving the interference Change the position of the camcorder with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving interference Move the camcorder away from equipment receiving interference Plug the adapter charger into a differen...

Page 77: ...10330 N Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 1999 Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Printed in Japan TOCOM 15407950 QR31043 ...

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