• Slide the
POWER switch upward to turn on the camcorder.
• If using rechargeable battery, it may need to be recharged.
• If using AC adapter or AC adapter/charger, make sure it is
plugged into a working outlet.
• If using “AA” batteries, they may need to be replaced.
• If the dew indicator (
) flashes in the viewfinder, there is
moisture in the camcorder. Wait until the dew indicator no
longer appears before operating the camcorder.
• Make sure VCR(PLAY)/CAM button is in the
CAM (camera) or VCR(PLAY) mode. (See page 5.)
• There may not be a cassette in the camcorder.
• Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.
• The cassette tape may be broken, try another cassette.
• You may have reached the end of the cassette, try
rewinding it.
• VCR(PLAY)/CAM button must be in VCR(PLAY) mode.
• Safety tab has been closed. (See page 18.)
• VCR(PLAY)/CAM button must be in CAM (camera) mode.
• Remove lens cap.
• Slide POWER switch upward to turn the camcorder back
on. If camcorder is left in record pause or play pause for
three minutes, it will turn itself off to prevent tape wear.
50
No power
Won’t record or
playback
Won’t playback
Won’t record
No picture
Camcorder turns
itself off
Trouble Checks
Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without
the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.
Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter,
look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple
checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.
If service should be necessary, the warranty information lists what your warranty
covers and explains how to get service.
Trouble
Checks and Adjustments
