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Страница 1: ...USER S GUIDE CC638 639 C A M C O R D E R ...

Страница 2: ...his card allows us to contact you if needed Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here Record the serial and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder Model No _____________________________________ Serial No _____________________________________ Purchase Date _____________________________________ Purchased From _________________...

Страница 3: ...attery 13 15 Using Optional Car Cord Adapter 16 Remote Controls Model CC639 Install Battery Cell 17 Remote Sensor 17 Buttons 18 19 Model CC638 Buttons 20 21 Install Battery Cell 22 Remote Sensor 22 Recording Tips 23 Video Cassettes 24 25 Recording Making a Recording 26 27 LCD Panel 28 Viewfinder 29 Viewfinder Displays 30 33 Flying Erase Head 34 Auto Head Cleaner 34 Tally Light 34 Microphone 34 Ext...

Страница 4: ...Wiping In or Out 66 67 Production Effects 68 69 Audio Dubbing Remote Only 70 71 Edit Insert Remote Only 72 73 Built in Color Enhancement Light 74 75 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 76 Traveling Tips 77 Playback Using the Cassette Adapter 78 79 Viewfinder Playback 80 Playback Features Visual Searching 81 Tape Positioning 81 Stop Action Pause 81 Time Counter 82 Tracking 83 Playback on TV or VCR With AU...

Страница 5: ...ause 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 cells used in these devices 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...

Страница 6: ... one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter charger B Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on the camcorder as shown above C Plug the adapter charger s plug into an operating outlet The adapter charger s POWER indicator will light 3 Insert a tape Slide EJECT Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape Insert the cassette with the tape whe...

Страница 7: ...S COVER control to open lens cover 6 Place POWER CAMERA OFF VCR switch in CAMERA EJECT Button The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause appears in the viewfinder when the camcorder is in record pause The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record CAMERA turn the power off OFF or play back tapes VCR The camcorder will automatically turn off...

Страница 8: ... viewfinder and LCD panel Select SP or SLP recording speed SP Standard play provides the best picture but the shortest recording time 20 minutes with a TC 20 tape SLP Extended play provides three times the recording time as SP 60 minutes with a TC 20 tape SLP has slightly more picture noise in normal playback SP SLP Switch Note The length of the tape you are using must be selected in the recording...

Страница 9: ...AUTO mode In the AUTO mode the focus exposure and white balance are automatically controlled by the camcorder Many of the special effects do not operate in the AUTO mode Details on page 36 9 Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control Pull out and rotate the viewfinder into a comfortable operating position Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision F...

Страница 10: ...trigger again to stop recording The camcorder is now in the record pause mode appears in the viewfinder PAUSE 11 Play back what you have recorded Place the POWER switch in VCR Press REW to rewind the tape Press PLAY PAUSE to play back the tape in the viewfinder Press STOP when you are finished playing back the tape Details on viewfinder playback are on page 80 12 Place the POWER switch in OFF to t...

Страница 11: ...ntrols 16X9 AE MODES Button MENU Button Built in Color Enhancement Light Tally Light Cassette Door PUSH here to close LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Switch AUTO PAUSE ON OFF Switch EJECT Button FOCUS Buttons Also FRONTLIGHT and BACKLIGHT Mode Select Dial DATE TIME Button Remote Control Sensor MIC Jack Viewfinder Power Zoom Lever W Wide Angle T Telephoto Eyepiece Focus Control Eyepiece Microphone LENS COVER Con...

Страница 12: ...EO Jacks BATT RELEASE Button Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Clock Cell Compartment Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Attach Battery Here DC In Jack Attach AC Adapter Charger Here POWER VCR OFF CAMERA Switch and Indicator First Time Operation 14 Review camcorder s operating controls continued Model CC639 Only B Bright and C Color Controls on Bottom of Viewfinder See Trouble Checks for details SNAPSHOT...

Страница 13: ...UNTER R M TRACKING MAN W BAL EDIT SEARCH REW FF STOP PLAY PAUSE VCR CAMERA POWER OFF JLIP SNAP SHOT FF Button Also EDIT SEARCH Button REW Button Also EDIT SEARCH Button SP SLP Button Also COUNTER R M Button M W BAL Manual White Balance Button PLAY PAUSE Button CC639 Only Programmable Synchro Edit Buttons STOP Button TRACKING Buttons 14 Review camcorder s operating controls ...

Страница 14: ...tries 1 Plug the adapter charger s plug into the AC plug adapter 2 Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet AC Plug Optional AC Plug Adapter AC 100 240V BATT RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R POWER CHG EN D REF RES H CAMERA VCR POWER OFF DC OUT Jack POWER Indicator DC Cable To AC 100 240V 50 60 Hz Caution Do not use this adapter charger for any other purpose other than chargin...

Страница 15: ...battery only with specified adapter chargers and camcorders Throwing the battery into a fire or exposing it to excessive heat over 149ºF 65ºC could be hazardous Marker Switch Reference Marks The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the first time Initial charging will take approximately 70 minutes When fully charged the battery should supply about 55 minutes ...

Страница 16: ... charged battery to the camcorder P O W E R C H G E N D R E F R E S H Adapter Charger POWER Indicator Hold Battery Flush and Slide Reference Marks CHG Indicator END Indicator REFRESH Indicator REFRESH Button To AC Wall Outlet 100 240 Volts 50 60 Hz Caution When a battery is attached to the adapter charger do not turn them upside down The battery may fall off and be damaged or cause injury Use the ...

Страница 17: ...re attaching it to the adapter charger The battery will also provide better service if its power is completely drained before storing it for long periods of time 30 days or more The battery should be charged in the temperature range of 50 95 F 10 35ºC to prevent damage Do not operate the battery at temperatures below 32 F 0 C or above 104 F 40 C The battery may be damaged if operated at temperatur...

Страница 18: ...08 is designed to be used only with vehicles having negative ground electrical systems Use only car cord adapter DCC08 with this camcorder Use of any other car cord adapter may damage the camcorder and void your warranty Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord shown on page 92 allows you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car truck or RV It converts 12 vol...

Страница 19: ...vy on top of the remote or lay it upside down This may accidentally depress the buttons for a long time and discharge the lithium cell Replace the cell when the camcorder fails to respond to the remote Remove the cell from the remote if it will not be used for a month or more This will prevent possible damage from cell leakage If leakage occurs wipe up the liquid inside the compartment and replace...

Страница 20: ...tch is in CAMERA press to set amount of recording time for interval and animation recording TIME LAPSE SELF INT Interval TIME Button When the POWER switch is in CAMERA press to activate the self timer or select an amount of interval time for interval recording REW Rewind Button Camcorder s POWER switch in CAMERA When the camcorder is in record pause press and hold REW to visually search the tape i...

Страница 21: ...p action picture Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback ZOOM T and W Buttons Camcorder s POWER switch in CAMERA Press T to move the lens in the telephoto close up direction Press W to move the lens in the wide angle direction VCR Button This button is used to control a compatible VCR See pages 86 87 A Audio DUB Button Used for dubbing audio See pages 70 71 INSERT Button Used for dubbing ...

Страница 22: ...Button Press PLAY when the camcorder s POWER switch is in VCR to begin playback STOP Button When the camcorder s POWER switch is in VCR press STOP to stop playback rewind or fast forward operation REW Rewind Button Camcorder s POWER switch in CAMERA When the camcorder is in record pause press and hold REW to visually search the tape in reverse Release REW to return to record pause Camcorder s POWE...

Страница 23: ...return to normal playback FF Fast Forward Button Camcorder s POWER switch in CAMERA With camcorder in record pause press and hold FF to visually search forward on the tape Release FF to return to record pause Camcorder s POWER switch in VCR When the camcorder is stopped press FF to fast forward the tape Press STOP to stop forwarding the tape When a tape is playing press and release FF to visually ...

Страница 24: ...lace anything heavy on top of the remote control or lay it upside down Replace battery when camcorder fails to respond to remote Remove battery from remote if it will not be used for a month or more This will prevent possible damage from battery leakage If leakage occurs wipe up liquid inside compartment and replace battery Note The camcorder may not respond to the remote if its sensor is exposed ...

Страница 25: ...apshots of individuals when taping family outings or group functions Fading or wiping in and out of scenes will make your videos appear more professional Learn to use the special production effects available with your camcorder to add variety to your recordings Be aware of video and audio backgrounds Background details barely noticed while you are taping may show up as visual clutter on your recor...

Страница 26: ...izes the need for accessory cleaners or cleaning by a Servicenter This system is activated whenever you insert or remove a cassette Erase Protection Safety Tab Recording and Playback Speeds and Times The camcorder records and plays back in standard speed SP or extended play SLP Select the recording speed using the SP SLP switch The selected speed will be displayed in the viewfinder and display pan...

Страница 27: ...d other devices 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 may jam and or damage your camcorder 1 Attach a power supply Then slide and release EJECT to open...

Страница 28: ...der will enter record pause appears in the viewfinder 5 Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control for your vision 6 Select a recording speed and tape length A Place the SP SLP switch in SP or SLP to select a recording speed B Make sure the mode select dial is in MANUAL PAUSE BATT RELEASE B C AUDIO JLIP RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R SP SLP SNAP SHOT TRACKING ER R M W BAL PLAY PAUSE STOP ...

Страница 29: ...de select dial is in MANUAL B Press the FADE WIPE button to display the fade menu in the viewfinder C Repeatedly press the FADE WIPE button to select a fade or wipe Select Black Fader Blue Fader Mosaic Fader Door Wipe Scroll Wipe Window Wipe Dissolve or Auto Select The effect is automatically activated and its indicator appears in the viewfinder Details are on pages 66 67 10 Start and stop recordi...

Страница 30: ...e tape speed selected with the SP SLP switch appears here Cassette Moving Indicator This indicator shows the cassette is moving 3 2 1 Tape Remaining Shows the amount of tape time remaining Cassette Warning The indicator appears when there is a cassette in the camcorder The indicator flashes when the power dial is set to CAMERA or VCR and there is no cassette in the camcorder Battery Level Indicato...

Страница 31: ...he viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate it up and down BATT RELEASE B C AUDIO JLIP RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R SP SLP TRACKING TER R M W BAL PLAY PAUSE STOP FF REW CAMERA VCR POWER OFF SNAP SHOT Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your personal vision If you wear eyeglasses you probably can operate the camcorder without them ...

Страница 32: ...black bars so you can play back your recordings on a 16X9 TV appears when you select Sepia to give your recordings a brown tone like old photographs 3 PAUSE 2 1 Viewfinder Displays appears when you select Sports to record fast moving action such as sporting events appears when you select Back Lit to make a subject appear brighter that appears too dark because of backlighting appears when you selec...

Страница 33: ...the new scene gradually appears as the old one dissolves appears when you select Auto Select and the camcorder selects one of six different wipes Details are on pages 66 67 P C BK 4 Change Indicator u This indicator will appear to let you know that an item in the recording menu has been changed from the original factory setting Title The preset title you select or the title you create will appear ...

Страница 34: ...apse recording 1 4S 1 2S 1S or 5S appears here Details are on pages 62 65 13 12 11 Electronic Image Stabilizer This indicator appears when the electronic image stabilizer is turned on with the EIS button See page 42 for details Warnings and Information LENS COVER When you turn on the camcorder this indicator briefly flashes to remind you to open the lens cover LENS COVER This indicator may flash w...

Страница 35: ...ter when memory stop is on Details are on page 82 20 19 18 17 16 Manual Focus Indicators These indicators appear when focus is adjusted manually using the FOCUS 5or 6button The mode select dial must be in MANUAL Manual focus lock indicators 56 appear when focus is moving toward near or far Low contrast indicators flash when the auto focus system cannot focus properly Details are on pages 38 39 Exp...

Страница 36: ...hts when the camcorder is recording The tally light can be turned on or off using the recording menu See page 59 for details Microphone The microphone picks up the sound during a recording It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed External MIC Microphone Jack The camcorder has an external MIC microphone jack for attaching an optional microphone MENU 16X9 BACKLIGH...

Страница 37: ...on remote to visually search the recorded tape in reverse Press and hold EDIT SEARCH F FWD or FF on remote to visually search forward on the recorded tape Release the button to return the camcorder to record pause at that point on the tape Press the thumb trigger START STOP on remote to start recording at this point SNAP SHOT VISS ANIM REW CANCEL RANDOM ASSEMBLY EDIT REC PAUSE F FWD REC TIME TIME ...

Страница 38: ...nce for you PAUSE The only scene transitions that you can use is the black fader The only production special effects you can use is cinema Menu changes cannot be made Mode Select Dial The mode select dial lets you select automatic or manual control of several features The center of the dial lets you focus manually and control the iris The arrow buttons are also used with the menus MENU 16X9 BACKLI...

Страница 39: ...A The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause appears in the viewfinder 2 Place the mode select dial in MANUAL Press BACKLIGHT to brighten the image Press FRONTLIGHT to darken the image The exposure level indicator 0 to 6 appears in the viewfinder PAUSE To Turn Off Manual Exposure Press both BACKLIGHT and FRONTLIGHT at the same time or place the mode select dial in AUT...

Страница 40: ...play panel and viewfinder 4 Press FOCUS 5and FOCUS 6 together or place mode select dial in AUTO to turn auto focus back on Auto Focus During auto focus the camcorder will focus automatically on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder Place the mode select dial in AUTO to turn on the auto focus feature Note The low contrast indicator in the viewfinder indicates the auto focus system...

Страница 41: ...ut the zoom range you must zoom in on the subject before adjusting the focus 3 Press FOCUS 5or FOCUS 6to display a clear picture in the center of the viewfinder The indicators appear in the viewfinder The 5or 6indicator will flash When the focus cannot be When the subject is not in the center of the viewfinder When recording in low light situations When recording a scene with fast motions like a t...

Страница 42: ... Tape 1 Repeatedly press PHOTO EFFECTS on the camcorder to select the type of snapshot you want Recording MENU 16X9 BACKLIGHT AUTO MANUAL FRONTLIGHT AE MODES EIS FADE WIPE DATE TIME PHOTO EFFECTS P U S H FOCUS SNAPSHOT Button Viewfinder Display PHOTO EFFECTS Button SNAP SHOT VISS ANIM REW CANCEL RANDOM ASSEMBLY EDIT REC PAUSE F FWD REC TIME TIME LAPSE SELF MBR START STOP T W ZOOM INT ON OFF TIME S...

Страница 43: ...use If the camcorder is recording the sound effect of a shutter closing is recorded with a four second snapshot The camcorder then returns to normal recording Note If you are using the Frame or Full mode the normal recording gradually appears over the snapshot If you are using the Pin Up Multi 4 or Multi 9 mode the normal recording wipes in from the center of the viewfinder 3 Serial Snapshots Camc...

Страница 44: ...ss the EIS button The EIS indicator appears in the viewfinder Turn off EIS when using a tripod Stabilization may not be possible if hand shake is excessive or when shooting the following Subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes Low contrast subjects or backgrounds or dark or dim subjects Subject with excessive backlighting Scenes with movements in various directions To Turn Off EIS Press the E...

Страница 45: ...s inserted When you play back the indexed tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing feature called VHS Index Search System the invisible marks can be located automatically See VCR owner s manual Record an Index Mark CC639 Remote Only Press VISS on the remote during recording Press VISS during record pause to make an index mark on the tape when you start recording INDEX flashes in the viewfinder...

Страница 46: ...dominant red or brown object outdoors you may want to adjust white balance manually Auto White Balance During auto white balance the camcorder will automatically adjust the white balance 1 Place the POWER switch in CAMERA 2 Place the mode select dial in AUTO Manual White Balance 1 Place the POWER switch in CAMERA 2 Place the mode select dial in MANUAL MAN W BAL Button 3 Press the MAN W BAL manual ...

Страница 47: ...hite balance and stop flashing when it is ready to record Note To change the tint for special recording substitute colored paper for white The white balance is adjusted based on the color Red paper deeper green Blue paper orange Yellow paper deeper purple Select when recording outdoors on a sunny day Select when recording outdoors on a cloudy day Select when recording using halogen or tungsten lig...

Страница 48: ... Sub Menu OFF OFF AGC NOR T20 Recording Menu in Viewfinder To Display the Recording Menu 1 Make sure the mode select dial is in MANUAL 2 Press the MENU button The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder 3 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight the feature you want to adjust 4 Press 5or 6on the mode select dial to select the option you want for that feature 5 Press MENU to exit the me...

Страница 49: ...ppear in the viewfinder Select T20 if you are using a tape with 20 minutes recording time in SP speed Select T30 if you are using a tape with 30 minutes recording time in SP speed Select T40 if you are using a tape with 40 minutes recording time in SP speed 5 Press MENU to exit the menu Notes The time remaining indicator will start flashing when the remaining tape time reaches two minutes TAPE END...

Страница 50: ...ss the button on the remote To move the lens in the telephoto close up direction slide the zoom lever toward T To move the lens in the wide angle direction slide the lever toward W Zoom speed varies on the camcorder according to how far you zoom in or out The zoom level indicator appears in the viewfinder MENU 16X9 BAC KLIGHT AUTO MANUAL FRO NTL IGH T AE MODES EIS FADE WIPE DATE TIME PHOTO EFFECTS...

Страница 51: ... Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date Time Sub Menu OFF OFF AGC NOR T20 Shift Zoom Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date Time Sub Menu OFF OFF AGC NOR T20 To Turn on Tele Macro 1 Make sure the mode select dial is in MANUAL 2 Press the MENU button The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder 3 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight Shift Zoom 3 Press 4or 3on the...

Страница 52: ...des a brighter image than in the AGC mode but the subject s movements are not as smooth or natural When the LIGHT OFF AUTO ON switch is in ON or AUTO the is disabled Select uOFF when lighting is not a problem Select AGC to have recording appear brighter and movements more natural and smooth than when recording in the auto u mode However the overall appearance may be jagged 5 Press MENU to exit the...

Страница 53: ...ecording Menu Color Filter This feature allows you to record adding a red or blue tint to the recording 4 Press 5or 6on the mode select dial to select NOR uRED or uBLUE Select NOR for normal recording Select uRED to add a reddish tint to your recording Select uBLUE to add a bluish tint to your recording 5 Press MENU to exit the menu MENU 16X9 BACKLIGHT AUTO MANUAL FRONTLIGHT AE MODES EIS FADE WIPE...

Страница 54: ... Length Title Date Time Sub Menu OFF OFF AGC NOR T20 OFF Happy Birthday Happy Holidays Congratulations Our Family Someone Special Vacation Super Star First Set Character 4 Press 6on the mode select dial to display the title menu 3 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight Title 5 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight the preset title you wish to use 6 Press MENU to display the titl...

Страница 55: ...ons Our Family Someone Special Vacation Super Star First Set Character SET MENU KEY A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü A E I O U Ñ Æ ø Å 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 End Clear 7 Press 5 6 4 or 3on the mode select dial to highlight the character you wish to use 8 Press MENU to enter the character in your title 9 Repeat steps 7 and 8 until you have completed your title up to 18 charact...

Страница 56: ...orded Shift Zoom Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date Time Sub Menu OFF OFF AGC NOR T20 5 Press 4or 3to enter the correct month Press 4to go forward or 3 to go back 6 Press 6on the mode select dial to start the day flashing 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set the year hour including AM and PM and minutes 8 Press 5or 6to highlight Set 9 Press the MENU button The camcorder s internal clo...

Страница 57: ...laced Cautions Lithium cell battery Replace only with 3 volt lithium cell such as CR2025 Use of other cell presents a risk of fire or explosion 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...

Страница 58: ...upply and place POWER switch in CAMERA The power indicator will light 2 Repeatedly press DATE TIME to select the date time or date and time you want to record Date Time Display The clock cell must be installed and the date and time set before they can be selected and recorded To Select the Date or Date and Time You Want to Record On Your Tape MENU 16X9 BACKLIGHT AUTO MANUAL FRONTLIGHT AE MODES EIS...

Страница 59: ...E button to display the date time or date and time you have previously stored in the viewfinder 3 Begin recording 4 Press the DATE TIME button to remove the display from the viewfinder when you are finished recording it PM 1 59 43 NOV 18 96 NOV 18 96 NOV 18 96 PM 1 59 56 Time Display Return to Date Display Viewfinder Displays Date and Time Display Date Display Date and Time Off Display The mode se...

Страница 60: ...Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO 0 7 ON OFF 3 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight Sub Menu 4 Press 6on the mode select dial to display the sub menu 5 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight the item you want to adjust 6 Press 6on the mode select dial to start the highlighted item flashing 7 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to adjust the highlighted item Press 5to stop the item flashin...

Страница 61: ... want the tally light to light 5 Press 5to stop Tally flashing 6 Press MENU to exit the menu Set the JLIP ID NO The camcorder has a JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol connector that may be used in the future to connect a device such as a home computer To Select a JLIP ID NO 1 Follow steps 1 4 on the previous page 2 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight JLIP ID NO Tally Interval Timer Re...

Страница 62: ...n the mode select dial to highlight Sub Menu 5 Press 6on the mode select dial to display the sub menu 6 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight Interval Timer To Set the Self Timer 1 Place the POWER dial in CAMERA The power indicator will light 2 Place mode select dial in MANUAL 3 Press the MENU button The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder Tally Interval Timer Rec Time OFF JLIP ...

Страница 63: ...cording Note The tally light flashes About five seconds before recording begins the tally light will start flashing faster Self Timer Using Remote SNAP SHOT VISS ANIM REW CANCEL RANDOM ASSEMBLY EDIT REC PAUSE F FWD REC TIME TIME LAPSE SELF MBR START STOP T W ZOOM INT ON OFF TIME SET VCR PLAY PAUSE STOP INSERT A DUB IN OUT TIME LAPSE SELF INT TIME Button START STOP Button 1 Place the POWER dial on ...

Страница 64: ... NO 0 7 ON OFF 1 4S 1 2S 1S 5S Recording Time Options Tally Interval Timer Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO 0 7 ON OFF 6 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight Rec Time 7 Press 6on the mode select dial to start Rec Time flashing 8 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to select the amount of time you want the camcorder to record Select 1 4S 1 2S 1S or 5S to have the camcorder record for 1 4 second 1 ...

Страница 65: ... CANCEL RANDOM ASSEMBLY EDIT REC PAUSE F FWD REC TIME TIME LAPSE SELF MBR START STOP T W ZOOM INT ON OFF TIME SET VCR PLAY PAUSE STOP INSERT A DUB IN OUT TIME LAPSE ANIM REC TIME Button START STOP Button TIME LAPSE ANIM REC TIME Button START STOP Button 1 Place the POWER dial on the camcorder in CAMERA The power indicator will light 2 Press the TIME LAPSE ANIM REC TIME button and the Model CC639 s...

Страница 66: ...imer Rec Time Options 8 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to select the amount of time you want the camcorder to record Select 1 4S 1 2S 1S or 5S to have the camcorder record for 1 4 second 1 2 second one second or five seconds Select OFF to turn off the recording time 9 Press 5to stop Rec Time flashing 10 Press 4or 3on the mode select dial to highlight Interval Timer 11 Press 6on the mode select...

Страница 67: ...in CAMERA The power indicator will light 2 Press the TIME LAPSE ANIM REC TIME button and the amount of recording time appear in the viewfinder Model CC639 s Remote Model CC638 s Remote 3 Press the TIME LAPSE SELF INT TIME button and the interval time appear in the viewfinder 4 Press the START STOP button to start recording 13 Press 5to stop Interval Timer flashing 14 Press MENU to exit the menu an...

Страница 68: ...ct Dial FADE WIPE Button 1 Place the POWER dial in CAMERA The power indicator will light 2 Place mode select dial in AUTO or MANUAL Mode Select Dial in AUTO Press the FADE WIPE button to turn the black fader on or off appears in the viewfinder Note This is the only fade you can use in AUTO BK To Fade or Wipe OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Black Fader Blue Fader Mosaic Fader Door Wipe Scroll Wipe Window Wipe ...

Страница 69: ...cording Indicator Menu Function BK C P 3 Press FADE WIPE to highlight the fade or wipe you want to select Note The fade or wipe you select is automatically activated and the fade wipe menu is removed from the viewfinder in approximately two seconds 4 Press the thumb trigger to start recording and fade or wipe in To Turn Off Fade or Wipe Press FADE WIPE to highlight OFF Note The fade or wipe will b...

Страница 70: ...ion effect menu To Use a Production Effect OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Cinema Sepia Sports Back Lit Front Lit Classic Film Strobe Slow Shutter Note The production effects are described on the next page 3 Press 16X9 AE MODES to highlight the effect you want to select Note The effect you select is automatically activated and the menu is removed from the viewfinder in approximately two seconds 4 Press the th...

Страница 71: ...when there is a strong front light on the subject such as spotlights Compensates for subjects appearing too light because of strong front lighting Faster strobe images in black and white that offer the vintage look of a film being shown on a movie projector Use it with cinema mode to add an authentic movie theater look Your recording looks like a series of snapshots Light sensitivity lets you ligh...

Страница 72: ...E PAUSE on remote 4 Press COUNTER R M for more than two seconds on the camcorder to set the time counter back to 0 00 00 POWER Switch in VCR COUNTER R M Button PLAY PAUSE Button REW Button Audio Dubbing Remote Only Audio dubbing lets you record new sound audio in place of previously recorded audio 5 Press COUNTER R M again for less than one second to turn on memory stop M 6 Press REW locate the pl...

Страница 73: ...ANIM REW CANCEL RANDOM ASSEMBLY EDIT REC PAUSE F FWD REC TIME TIME LAPSE SELF MBR START STOP T W ZOOM INT ON OFF TIME SET VCR PLAY PAUSE STOP INSERT A DUB IN OUT A Audio DUB Button PAUSE Button PLAY Button REW Button 8 Press PLAY on the remote to start audio dubbing 6 appears in the viewfinder The new audio will be recorded in place of the old audio When the counter reading of M 0 00 00 is reached...

Страница 74: ... COUNTER R M for more than two seconds on the camcorder to set the time counter back to 0 00 00 5 Press COUNTER R M again for less than one second to turn on memory stop M 6 Press REW locate the place you want edit insert to begin and press PLAY PAUSE PAUSE on remote exactly at the beginning of the scene continued on next page BATT RELEASE B C AUDIO JLIP RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R SP SLP SN...

Страница 75: ... Button REW Button INSERT Button STOP Button STOP Button Model CC639 s Remote Model CC638 s Remote 8 Press START STOP on remote thumb trigger on camcorder to start edit insert appears in the viewfinder New video is recorded over the previous video When the counter reading of M 0 00 00 is reached edit insert stops and the camcorder enters edit standby 9 Press STOP to end edit insert Notes The camco...

Страница 76: ...there is insufficient light for the best recording Notes If the lighting condition is unstable the light may turn on and off Set the light to ON or OFF The light may stay on during high speed shutter recording Set to OFF to turn the light off Turn the light off when you are not recording to save battery power Note When the light is turned on the camcorder may turn off if the battery s power is low...

Страница 77: ...minutes after the camcorder has been used before the bulb assembly is replaced Do not touch the light bulb with your fingers If the bulb is accidentally touched wipe it with a soft cloth A dirty bulb may cause smoke and have a reduced service life To Replace the Bulb Assembly 1 Pull on the sides of the bulb assembly and remove it from the camcorder as shown F1 2 F MODE A U T O M A N scene select A...

Страница 78: ... and slide it to the front This helps prevent possible damage to the viewfinder from bumping against your body as you move Make sure the shoulder strap is firmly attached before using it to carry the camcorder To Attach the Shoulder Strap 4 Attach the other end of the strap to the other shoulder strap attachment ring 5 Adjust the shoulder strap to the desired length 6 Slide both keepers up snugly ...

Страница 79: ...ould be avoided If your lens has been exposed to the elements clean it only with proper lens cleaning supplies Make sure you have any plug adapters that you may need before taking your camcorder to other countries Consult your dealer for advice Carry your camcorder in a carrying case when traveling See page 92 for a case designed especially for this camcorder An ordinary suitcase or carry bag does...

Страница 80: ...ttery compartment 3 Replace battery compartment cover Notes Replace the battery when the load time becomes much longer than normal Remove the battery from the cassette adapter if it will not be used for a month or more This will prevent possible damage from battery leakage If leakage occurs wipe up the liquid inside the compartment and replace the battery with a new one 1 Before inserting the cass...

Страница 81: ...ad the cassette loading is not complete Try to load the cassette again Attempting to insert the cassette adapter into a VCR with the load detector extending may cause damage to the adapter and or VCR Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter 1 Slide the adapter s EJECT switch to the right The load detector will extend from the side and the whirring sound indicates the tape is being released before the...

Страница 82: ...k a Tape 1 Place POWER switch in VCR The power indicator will light 2 Slide EJECT and insert the cassette you want to play back Close the cassette compartment 3 Press PLAY PAUSE to begin playback If necessary adjust tracking POWER Switch in VCR Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder playback is the simplest way to watch tapes using the camcorder During playback use the playback features on the next pages ...

Страница 83: ...pe Press PLAY PAUSE on the camcorder or PLAY on the remote to return to normal playback Tape Positioning Place POWER switch in VCR and press STOP Press and quickly release REW or FF F FWD on remote to rewind or fast forward the tape Press STOP to stop the tape Visual Searching During playback press and release FF F FWD on remote or REW if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse ...

Страница 84: ... point on the tape When memory stop is on the tape will stop automatically during rewind or fast forward when the time counter reaches M 0 00 00 To Use the Memory Stop Feature 1 Locate the place on the tape you want to return to place the POWER switch in VCR and press COUNTER R M for more than two seconds to reset the counter to 0 00 00 2 Continue to play the tape When you want to return to the pl...

Страница 85: ...VIDEO L E N S C O V E R SP SLP SNAP SHOT TRACKING ER R M W BAL PLAY PAUSE STOP FF REW VCR CAMERA POWER OFF TRACKING Buttons During stop action playback pressing one TRACKING button may reduce picture jitter picture bouncing up and down Some jitter is normal Simultaneously press both TRACKING buttons to return tracking to its preset center Note The TRACKING buttons may have no effect on tapes recor...

Страница 86: ... 94 If your TV is already connected to a VCR you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV 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 back of the camcorder 4 Attach the yellow plug to the yellow VIDEO j...

Страница 87: ... place a blank cassette in the VCR and press the VCR s RECORD button Notes Press EDIT to start camcorder playback when copying tapes to improve picture reproduction Make sure the memory stop feature is turned off press COUNTER R M or the camcorder will enter play pause when the counter reaches M 0 00 00 5 Press STOP when you are finished 1 A Camcorder connected directly to TV Turn on the TV and tu...

Страница 88: ...ssing and holding VCR while pressing one of the function buttons REW F FWD STOP PAUSE or PLAY SNAP SHOT VISS ANIM REW CANCEL RANDOM ASSEMBLY EDIT REC PAUSE F FWD REC TIME TIME LAPSE SELF MBR START STOP T W ZOOM INT ON OFF TIME SET VCR PLAY PAUSE STOP INSERT A DUB IN OUT Press for number 5 Press for number 6 VCR Button Press for number 7 MBR SET Button Press for number 8 Press for number 9 Press fo...

Страница 89: ...bishi 85 86 Akai 81 84 Sony 70 72 83 89 Sanyo 50 73 78 79 NEC 75 76 1 Turn on the VCR 2 Make sure the lithium cell is installed in the remote The remote will need to be reprogrammed when you change the lithium cell 3 Press and hold MBR SET while pressing two digits for the code Then release MBR SET The remote may not be able to control every model VCR of the brands listed 4 Test the code number by...

Страница 90: ...L to erase the last IN or OUT point Each press will erase the last entry 10 Connect one end of the edit cable supplied to the JLIP jack on the camcorder and the other end to the VCR or remote If the VCR has a 3 5 mm EDIT EDIT IN EDIT IN OUT SYNC or PAUSE jack attach the small plug to the jack Note If the VCR s jack is not 3 5 mm you will need an adapter If the VCR does not have a small jack attach...

Страница 91: ...IT Button IN OUT Button OR Attach edit cable to EDIT EDIT IN EDIT IN OUT SYNC or PAUSE jack on VCR EDIT IN Attach edit cable to jack on remote control Edit Cable Supplied To JLIP Jack SNAP SHOT VISS ANIM REW CANCEL RANDOM ASSEMBLY EDIT REC PAUSE F FWD REC TIME TIME LAPSE SELF MBR START STOP T W ZOOM INT ON OFF TIME SET VCR PLAY PAUSE STOP INSERT A DUB IN OUT EDIT CANCEL IN OUT RANDOM EDIT 13 After...

Страница 92: ...sformer 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 will need a 75 300 ohm transformer such as VH54 shown on page 94 3 Attach the RF output adapter s plug to the AUDIO RF DC OUT and VIDEO jacks located under the small cover on the back of the...

Страница 93: ...al Code Part I that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical 1 Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3 or 4 When the camcorder is used as a camera turn the TV s volume down to prevent a high pitched squeal caused by feedback 2 Set the CH3 CH...

Страница 94: ...hicle s cigarette lighter socket The DCC08 is designed specifically to convert power from a 12 volt battery to a 6 volt output Do not use any other car cord with this camcorder We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your compact VHS camcorder The following pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memorable moments look...

Страница 95: ...camcorder Using the Optional AC088 Tripod FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries These rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries are designed specifically for long life The FB1260 is the same battery that came packed with your camcorder The FB120 powers your camcorder twice as long as the FB1260 with video light off depending on how much you use zoom and pause Both can be recharged with the AC adapte...

Страница 96: ...ne without audio video inputs for playback If your antenna cable is the flat twin lead type attached by two screws you will also need a 300 to 75 ohm transformer If your TV has 300 ohm antenna screw terminals you will need an optional 75 to 300 ohm transformer such as VH54 Coaxial RF Cables These RF cables are used with the RF output adapter to connect your camcorder to a standard TV one without a...

Страница 97: ...VH83 5 95 Coaxial RF Cable VH90 7 95 RF Output Adapter 1CVA147C 59 95 ModelCC638 RemoteControl 221125 39 95 ModelCC639 RemoteControl 221337 49 95 AC Adapter Charger 221400 96 45 and DC Cable 233087 24 95 Cassette Adapter 232845 49 95 Model CC639 Edit Cable 233088 13 95 Bulb Assembly 233430 44 95 Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise __________ Sales Tax __________ We are re...

Страница 98: ...opy Number above your name on MasterCard AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Prices are subject to change without notice Name Street Apt City State Zip Print or type your name and address clearly This will be your mailing label 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 A complete and correct order will save...

Страница 99: ...ready and call the toll free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM 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 E...

Страница 100: ... recharged If using AC adapter charger make sure it is plugged into a working outlet If using AC adapter charger make sure it is plugged into a working outlet 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 POWER switch is in correct position for desired operation There may not...

Страница 101: ...reads M 0 00 00 Press REW or FF again to continue rewinding or fast forwarding or press COUNTER R M to turn off the memory stop feature Press PLAY PAUSE to return to normal playback Subject was too far from camcorder If the dew indicator flashes in the viewfinder there is moisture in the camcorder Wait until this indicator no longer appears before operating the camcorder Subject is dark or behind ...

Страница 102: ...rols For best results only use higher shutter speeds outdoors Press 16X9 AE MODES button to select sports See pages 68 69 Place mode select dial in MANUAL and press FRONTLIGHT or BACKLIGHT See page 37 Turn on the built in color enhancement light Special effect selected Press the 16X9 AE MODES button to display the production effects menu and select OFF If the mode select dial is in AUTO press the ...

Страница 103: ... cell battery may need replacing See page 55 Date or time may need to be set See page 54 This may occur when background extremely contrasts with the subject Try disconnecting power source Wait ten seconds and then connect power source again If error number does not disappear from viewfinder consult your Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter Trouble Checks and Adjustments ...

Страница 104: ... not touch the lens with your fingers The oil from your skin can damage the lens MENU 16X9 BAC KLIGHT AUTO MANUAL FRO NTL IGH T AE MODES EIS FADE WIPE DATE TIME PHOTO EFFECTS P U S H FOCUS Lens Reference Marks Cleaning the Camcorder s Viewfinder The viewfinder eyepiece can be removed for cleaning 1 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 2 Remove dust using a blower brush 3 Reattach the...

Страница 105: ...purposes Proper Care and Storage Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder s cassette door Dust and grit are abrasive and will cause excessive wear to both the camcorder s recording playback heads and cassettes Always close the lens cover when the camcorder is not in use Before handling your camcorder make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion as i...

Страница 106: ...rence to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 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 conne...

Страница 107: ...ven loss of your unit Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Important information to customers who ship defective equipment to Thomson Consumer Electronics 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 cl...

Страница 108: ...ccessories and your bill of sale which validates date of purchase to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit 4 If the repairs were covered by your warranty you will not be billed If you are not located near an exchange point 1 Provide your Discover MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to our phone representative This is for security purposes If w...

Страница 109: ... your product a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you next day delivery To have your Camcorder repaired by an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter Check with your dealer or call 1 800 336 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter nearest you Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter of your choice Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter representative your s...

Страница 110: ... 113 H x 206 D mm Video Recorder Section Format VHS C Record Playback System Four video record playback heads One flying erase head Video Signal EIA Standard NTSC color Viewfinder Model CC638 5 Black White Model CC639 55 Color 113K Pixel Camera Section Image Sensor 1 4 CCD Imager Tripod Mount One 1 4 x 20 threaded hole Lens F1 1 2 14 1 4 1 57 4 mm Filter Diameter 46 mm AC Adapter Charger Power req...

Страница 111: ...Battery Care and Storage 15 Battery Using Rechargeable 13 15 Black Fader 67 Blue Fader 67 Bulb Assembly Replace for Light 75 C C Color Control 10 100 Camcorder Lens Cleaning 102 Camcorder Cleaning 102 Camcorder Powering 12 16 Camcorder Turning On 5 Camcorder Unpacking 3 CAMERA OFF VCR Switch 5 8 10 13 15 16 18 19 26 27 28 35 41 42 44 56 60 70 72 80 88 89 CANCEL Button 11 19 88 89 Car Cord Adapter ...

Страница 112: ... 24 Exposure Control 37 Exposure Level Indicator 32 33 37 External Microphone Jack 9 34 Eyepiece Focus Control 7 9 26 29 F F FWD Button 18 19 35 86 87 81 Fade Indicators 30 31 FADE WIPE Button 9 26 27 30 31 66 67 Fading Feature 66 67 FF Fast Forward Button 11 20 21 35 81 First Time Operation 3 11 Flying Erase Head 34 FOCUS Buttons 32 33 38 39 Focus Lock Feature 38 Focusing 38 39 Frame Indicator 40...

Страница 113: ...89 ON OFF Button 11 19 88 89 Operation First Time 3 11 Optional Accessories 92 97 Order Form Accessory 95 97 P Indicator 5 8 73 PAUSE Button 18 19 20 21 70 71 72 73 86 87 Pause Stop Action 81 PHOTO EFFECTS Button 9 26 27 30 31 40 41 Pin Up Indicator 40 41 PLAY Button 18 19 20 71 73 81 86 87 PLAY Indicator 28 PLAY PAUSE Button 8 11 70 72 80 Playback 78 91 Playback Features 81 83 Playback on a TV Wi...

Страница 114: ... Self Timer Indicators 32 60 61 Sepia Feature 69 Shoulder Strap Attachment Rings 10 76 Shoulder Strap Attaching 76 Slow Shutter Feature 69 SNAPSHOT Button 10 18 26 27 30 31 40 41 Snapshot Indicators 30 31 40 41 Snapshot Search Feature 41 Solving Problems 98 101 Specifications 108 Speeds Recording and Playback 6 24 Sports Feature 69 SP SLP Switch 6 11 26 START STOP Button 18 20 21 35 61 63 65 73 St...

Страница 115: ...Cassette Adapter 78 79 V VCR OFF CAMERA Switch 5 8 10 13 15 16 18 19 26 27 28 35 41 42 44 56 60 70 72 80 88 89 VCR Button 18 19 86 87 VCR Code Numbers 86 87 Video Cassettes 24 25 Viewfinder 7 9 26 29 80 102 Viewfinder Displays 30 33 Viewfinder Playback 80 Viewfinder Cleaning 102 VISS Button 18 43 Visual Searching 81 W Warranty Limited 106 107 White Balance Feature 44 45 White Balance Indicators 32...

Страница 116: ...m the yellow pages Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product 10330 N Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 Need Assistance We want to help U S Consumers Camcorder Exchange Warranty 800 283 6503 Customer Service 800 336 1900 Accessories 800 338 0376 Canadian Consumers English 800 522 0338 ...

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