camcorder us er' s guide CC6351/CC6371
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We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty ........... 800-283-6503 (pages 84-85) Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900 (page 83) Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 70-75) Safety Information .............................. i First Time Operation • Assistance ....................................... 3 • Unpack the Camcorder and Accessories ..............
• • • • • • • Quick RecordFeature...................33 Quick ReviewFeature...................33 Tally Light ..................................... 33 CameraEdit Feature.....................33 Flying EraseHead.........................33 Auto HeadCleaner........................33 Zooming • Tracking ........................................ • Playback Features • Use the Zoom Buttons ......... 34-35 • Use the Cassette Adapter • Tele Macro Zooming ................ 35 61 • • Position the Tape .......
This sectiondescribesthe stepsnecessaryto setup your camcorderto record. Referto the othersectionsfor detailedoperationandfeatureoptions. Assistance The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter. Camcorder Exchange Warranty ............... 800-283-6503 le Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900 Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376 Unpack the camcorder and accessories.
o Attach the adapter/charger. To AC 100-240, 50160 Hz Adapter/ Charger Cable OUT DC In Jack Jack Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder. • Connect one end of the DC cable Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on the camcorder as shown above. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into an operating outlet. to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger. 3. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand.
5. Insert a tape. EJECT Button Wheel ,Window PUSH Here to Close Cassette Compartment • Open the LCD monitor. Open the monitor at least 90* before opening the cassette holder. • Press EJECT. The cassette holder opens automatically. • Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape. 6. Set POWER (CAMERA/OFF/VCR) • Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. • Press on the area labeled PUSH until the cassette holder locks into place.
7. Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what you record. You can see what you record on the color LCD monitor or in the black-andwhite viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 45", the viewfinder is automatically tumed off. When you close the LCD monitor, the viewf'mder is automatically turned on. Electronic Viewfinder Focus Control Control Use the LCD Monitor Use the Viewfinder • Make sure monitor is open at least 45*. The viewfinder turns off. • Make sure the monitor is closed.
SP/SLP Button MENU Dial 8. Select a recording speed._-...................... _.......................... _....._ .......... '.................. _...... .......... _......................................... Select SP or SLP recording speed. Press and hold the SP/SLP button to recording time (20 minutes TC-20 tape). select a recording speed. The tape speed you select (SP or SLP) appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor.
!- 'Power Indicator Thumb Trigger POWER (VCR/ OFF/CAMERA) Switch AE Dial Tally Light 10. Set the AE dial to AUTO. • This places the camcorder A UTO mode. in the • In the AUTO mode, the focus, Ill • Many of the special effects do not operate in the AUTO mode. • Details on page 32. exposure, and white balance are automatically controlled by the camcorder. 11. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger II II IIIIIIIII1[I to start recording.
PLAY/PA USE Button 3TOP Button 12. Play back what you have 13. Set the POWER switch to recorded. OFF to turn off the • Set the POWER switch to VCR. camcorder. • Press VCR _ _ to rewind the tape. • Press PLAY/PA USE to play back the tape. • Press STOP when you are finished playing back the tape. • Details on LCD monitor viewfinder playback pages 60-61. • The power indicator turns off. 14. Close the LCD monitor and lens cover.
15. Review camcorder's operating controls.
15. Review camcorder's operating controls. (continued) Shoulder Strap Ring LCD Monitor Button to Close Cassette Compartment Control VOLUME Control MENU Dial LIGHT OFF* A UTO*ON Switch Speaker Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring BATE.
Use the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder The adapter/charger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. The adapter/charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge the battery. To AC 100-240, 50160 Hz Adapter/ Charger Cable Jack Jack Attach Adapter/Charger 1. Connect one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/ charger. 2.
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the first time. Initial charging takes approximately 70 minutes for the FB 1260 (100 minutes for the BB700). When fully charged, the FB 1260 supplies approximately 50-55 minutes (BB700 approximately 75-85 minutes) of operating time - depending on how much you use the light, monitor, zoom, and pause. Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks.
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued) Hold Battery Flush and Slide To AC Wall Outlet 100240 Volts, 50/60 Hz. CHG (Charge) REFRESH -Indicator Adapter/Charger Button Charge the Battery Use the REFRESH If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT The battery, provides increased operation time if you "refresh" it after five chargings. The refresh feature "refreshes" the battery by completely discharging it. jack on the adapter/charger, remove it. 1.
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (continued) Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor and shows • As the power is used _ and you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery. • When the battery power is almost c--m appear. flashes in the viewfinder gone, ,, _ \ or on the LCD monitor. The camcorder turns off automatically after a few seconds. Set the POWER switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder battery.
f": ........ Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord shown on page 70 allows you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts 12-volts to a 6-volt output. Note: Consult the installation and operating instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for complete operating instructions. Use the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter Cigarette Lighter Socket POWER Power Connector Indicator Optional DCC08 Car Cord Adapter . .
Install the Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator on the LCD been installed monitor t_ flashes when or needs for a few seconds you turn on the camcorder in the viewfinder or if the cell has not to be replaced. Insert Object Here to Remove Cell Clock Cell (+ Side Facing Out) Clock Cell 1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supply attached to the camcorder. 2. Press release tab of clock cell compartment compartment. cover and open the 4.
Set the Date. and Time You must set the correct date and time before you can display and record it. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous page before you can set the date. (Rotate Dial or Press In) 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA and make sure the AE dial is not set to A UTO. MENU )'MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE 2. Press the MENU dial in to display the main MENU in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M.W.B. ZOOM SPEED ),NEXT AUTO AUTO JAN 1.
Set the Date and Time (continued) 5. Rotate the MENU dial to 11. Press the MENU dial in. The main highlightYEAR. Press the MENU dial in. When YEAR starts flashing, rotate the MENU dial to select the year. When the correct year appears, press the MENU dial in to set the year. 6. Repeat step 5 to set the MONTH DAY. and 7. Rotate the MENU dial to highlight TIME. DATE/TIME YEAR MONTH DAY _M_!_ 1998 NOV 18 PM 12:00 MENU appears with MENU END highlighted.
Record the Date, Time, and Title Displays You must install the clock cell and set the date and time (as shown on the previous pages) before you can select and record the correct date and time. You must create your title (as described on pages 46-47) before you can select and record it. Select Date, Time, Date and Time, A UTO DATE, or Title You Create to Record On Your Tape Attach a power supply and place POWER switch in CAMERA. The . power indicator lights. Make sure the AE dial is not set to , . .
_ -- Record the Date, Time, _!.... and Title Displays (continued) To Record the Date, Time, Date and Time, AUTO DATE, or Title You Created 1. Make sure the camcorder is in record- pause. 2. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO unless you want to record AUTO DATE or title. 3. Repeatedly press DATE/TIME to display the date, time, date and time, AUTO DATE, or title you created. it . Begin recording. 5.
Make sureyou selectgoodquality tapesfor your camcorder.Use of poor quality tapes or tapesthathavebeendamagedor mishandledcancontaminatethe video heads, resultingin a snowypictureor no pictureatall duringplayback. Becausethereis no control overthe type of tapepurchasedor rentedby consumers,headcleaningis not coveredunderwarranty. It is considerednormalmaintenance. The automatichead-cleaningsystemminimizesthe needfor accessorycleanersor cleaningby a ServiceCenter.
Insert and Remove Cassettes SP/SLP Button EJECT Button ii iiii ii!i!i! i iiii i!iiiii iiii!i iii Window PUSH Here to Close Cassette Compartment Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of the cassette in the 1. Open the LCD monitor at least 90 ° before opening the cassette holder. direction shown to remove any slack in the tape. 2. Press EJECT. The cassette holder opens automatically. 3. Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and tape window facing out. 4.
Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder for the tape speed you select is displayed. You must set the correct tape length in the TAPE LENGTH feature of the main MENU before the camcorder can correctly calculate time-remaining. _SP/SLP Dial (Rotate or Press In) Set a Tape Length 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, and make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 2. Press and hold the SP/SLP button to select a tape speed. 3.
Time-Remaining Display (continued) 30MIN 1 29MIN 30MIN T30- TapeLength Indicator SP_ I "- Tape Speed Indicator 3MIN 1 TAPE END 2MIN (Flashing) 1MIN (Flashing) Time-Remaining Display in Viewfinder or LCD Monitor ,L OMIN (Flashing) Press the MENU dial to display the TAPE LENGTH menu. . TAPE LENGTH T30 "1"40 EXIT . • Select T30 for a tape with 30 minutes recording time in SE • Select T40 for a tape with 40 minutes recording time in SP. 7.
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You Record You can see what you are recording on the color LCD monitor or in the black-andwhite viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 45°, the vicwfinder turns off. When you close the LCD monitor, the viewfinder turns on. Use the LCD Monitor The camcorder's LCD monitor is a miniature color monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording or playing back a tape. BRIGHT Control Open the LCD monitor.
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What You Record (continued) Use the Viewf'mder The camcorder's picture viewfinder is a miniature seen by the camcorder open more when than 45", the viewfinder Eyepiece monitor recording. that displays When the LCD the monitor is turns off. Focus Control Viewfinder Adjust Viewfinder For convenient rotate for Convenient viewing, Viewing slide the viewfinder out from the camcorder and it up and down.
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays AT 13 SEPIA Q MWB L ----PAUSE HAPPY BIRTHDAY AE Dial Special Effect Indicators • brighter that appears too dark because of background lighting. AUTO (Full Auto Mode) E1 S 1/1000 AUTO LOCK appears briefly when you select AUTO. • MAN (Manual This indicator appears when you select 1/1000 to record fast-moving action. Mode) AUTO RELEASE appears briefly when you select MAN.
LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays (continued) Battery Level Indicator ( m-_ ) • • -:'0_-appears when you select This indicator shows the amount of -_O_-:FINE to record outdoors power left in the rechargeable battery. • • This indicator flashes when the battery is almost empty. sunny day. • -'_g. appears when you select This indicator appears briefly on the LCD monitor and remains in the viewfinder. -'_g. :CLOUD to record outdoors on a cloudy day. • Cassette on a =,_x.
is LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays (continued) T30 5MIN _EFFECT SP FB_IFADER M 0:00:00 +03 LENS COVER TAPE END Dew Warning (l'i'l) Fade Indicators The dew indicator appears when excessive moisture (condensation) has entered the camcorder. The camcorder will not operate when this indicator appears. Place the camcorder in a warm, dry area until this indicator disappears. I-_IFAD E R ) Exposure Focus Indicators This indicator (+03) appears adjusting brightness EXPOSURE menu.
LCD Monitor • • or Viewfinder Displays '_ _ appear when you have selected MAN in the FOCUS menu. ,iJ ,ll .,_, and ,,_, flash while you adjust manual focus and ",i"and "_ flash when you cannot adjust the focus any farther. • Details are on pages 36-37. Lithium Cell ( t_ (continued) Tape Speed Indicators (SP or SLP) The tape speed selected with the SP/SLP button appears here. • Details are on pages 24-25. Time Counter (MO:O0:O0) • The time counter appears during playback. It is not recorded.
I_! ll Button VCR IH_o I_1, Button QUICK REC Button SEPIA Tally Microphone AE Dial Full Auto Mode The AE dial lets you select automatic or manual control of several features. To Turn on the Full Auto Mode 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters record-pause. ----PAUSE=-- appears in the viewf'mder or on the LCD monitor. . Set the AE dial to A UTO. 3. Press the thumb trigger to start recording.
Quick Camera Edit Feature Record Feature The camera edit feature allows you to position the tape when the camcorder is in record-pause. Set POWER switch to CAMERA. The quick record feature allows you to record for five seconds providing short scene transitions. 1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA. 2. Press QUICK REC to display/I_5S in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. • Press and hold VCR 4 4 to visually search the recorded in reverse. tape 3. Press the thumb trigger to start recording.
Zooming You can zoom zoom buttons in and out for close on the camcorder. you zoom at most To record a close-up MACRO subject feature ups or wide-angle The camcorder shots just by pressing can automatically focus the when distances. of a small subject in the main MENU. at a distance closer than three This feature of approximately feet, turn on the TELE allows you to record a small 23 inches. Zoom Buttons (T and IV) MENU Dial (Rotate or Press In) Use the Zoom Buttons .
Zooming (continued) Use the ZOOM SPEED Menu (continued) 3. Rotate the MENU dial to highlight ZOOM SPEED. • Select FASTto 4. • Select SLOW to zoom slower. Press the MENU dial in to display the ZOOM SPEED menu. . zoom faster. Rotate the MENU dial to EX/T and press the MENU dial in twice to remove the MENUS. ZOOM SPEED FAST _W Notes: For fastest zooming, select FAST in the ZOOM SPEED menu and press the zoom button firmly.
i' ...................... _ ............ " ..... Focusing The camcorder can adjust focus automatically under normal conditions. You might need to focus manually under certain conditions. Zoom Buttons (T and IV) MENU Dial (Rotate or Press In) Auto Focus Manual During auto focus the camcorder focuses on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder or LCD monitor. You might need to focus manually under certain conditions, such as those listed.
Focusing o (continued) Press the MENU dial in to display the FOCUS menu. flashes while you are adjusting focus and "il flashes when you cannot adjust the focus any more. FOCUS • Rotate the MENU dial up to focus on a subject nearer. "_ flashes while you are adjusting the focus and _blflashes when you cannot adjust the focus any more. AUTO . EXIT 5. the Rotate the MENU dial to highlight MANU (manual) and press the dial in. '_ & appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.
White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved by adjusting the way the camcorder "sees" and records the light source in the scene you record. Your camcorder is equipped with automatic white balance. You might want to adjust white balance manually under certain conditions, such as recording an object with various shades of the same color or when recording a predominantly red or brown object outdoors.
White 3. Balance (continued) A. Point camcorder at a white, flat object such as a piece of white Rotate the MENU dial to highlight M.W.B. and press the dial in to display the M.W.B. menu. paper. B. While MWB is highlighted, press and hold the MENU dial until M.W.B. MWB starts flashing. -:÷::RNE The MWB indicator flashes -_. :CLOUD _- :HALOGEN MWB while the camcorder is adjusting white balance and stops flashing when it is ready to record.
Exposure Control The camcorder controls the iris for you when the AE dial is set to AUTO. The camcorder adjusts brightness automatically under normal conditions. You might need to adjust brightness manually when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject. (Rotate or Press In) Auto Exposure Manual The camcorder adjusts the iris for the best possible picture during auto exposure.
Exposure Control (continued) 2. Press the MENU dial in to display the main MENU in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. MENU ,MENU END FOCUS DATE/TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M.W.B. ZOOM SPEED _NEXT . p.u;ro, A 0 4. Rotate the MENU dial to highlight MANU (manual) and press the dial in. The exposure indicator (00) appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 5. Adjust the exposure bright subject. • To brighten the image, rotate the MENU dial up. You can adjust the exposure to +06. "NoU_1"8.
Fade In or Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade in and out of scenes. The picture gradually appears or disappears. The speed of the fade is controlled by the camcorder. FADE Button To Fade In or Out 1. Set POWER switch to CAMERA. You canactivate fading during recordpause or recording. I, EFFECT [] Notes: Press and hold the thumb trigger to record a black screen. The screen becomes slightly reddish if fade is used with the sepia feature.
AE Dial The AE dial lets you select one of several different effects. Turn the dial to select the effect you want. The name and indicator for the effect appears briefly and then the indicator remains. There are no indicators for A UTO or MAN. Set the AE dial to MAN for normal recording. AE Dial Mode Name Uses and Indicator Places camcorderin full auto mode. Time and date displays, title, manual focus, manual exposure, and manual white balance will not operate.
Front Light and Back Light The camcorder adjusts the light automatically under normal conditions. You might need to adjust for a strong front light or back light (such as subjects in front of spotlights or subjects standing in front of a window with the sun at their backs). You can adjust for a strong front or back light using the AE dial, FRONTLIGHTbutton, or BA CKL1GHT button. Button AE Dial To Use the AE Dial To compensate for a strong front light, place the AE dial in front light (1_!).
Recording and Travel Tips Recording Tips • Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This improves picture quality and color reproduction. • Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steady, gradual "pan" avoids blurting and "jitter". • Use the viewfinder or LCD monitor to make sure the camcorder is level while recording isn't "tilted." so that your scene • Do not bump or tap the camcorder's microphone while recording because this sound will be recorded.
i Titles m Recording The title feature lets you choose one of eight preset titles or create your own title -- up to 18 characters. You must install the clock cell battery as shown on page 17 before you can create or store your own title. DATE/TIME Button Dial (Rotate or Press In) Record a Preset Title or the Title You Created ° Make sure the camcorder is in record- SOMEONE pause and the AE dial is not set to AUTO. . .
Create Your Own Title 1. Make sure the camcorder is in record- When the box is highlighted, rotate the MENU dial to select a character. , pause and the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 2. Press the MENU dial in to display the main MENU in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. Press character . AUTO AUTO NOV 18.98 OFF "130 AUTO FAST OFF OFF ON JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE 07 OFF )' MENU END o Press the MENU dial in to display the CHARACTER menu. CHARACTER 0A B C D E F G H I J KLM NOPQ RS TV y W.x AE O :.
Self-Timer Recording You can set the self-timer to delay recording so you can be in the scene when recording begins. MENU Dial (Rotate or Press In) Tally Light To Set the Self Timer . Make sure the camcorder is in record- pause and the AE dial is not set to AUTO. . Press the MENU dial in to display the MENU in the viewfmder or on the LCD monitor. MENU )'MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE/TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M.W.B. EED 48 AUTO AUTO NOV 18.
Self-Timer Recording (continued) 3. Rotate the MENU dial to highlight NEXT. The second MENU appears. Keep rotating the MENU dial to highlight INT. TIME. •BACK REC TIME 07 OFF • MENU END Press the MENU dial in to display the INT. TIME menu. INT. TIME OFF 30S 1 MIN 5 MIN EXIT . 7. x_ and the amount of delayed recording time appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. .OF,F. TALLY LAMP CHARACTER JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE . 6. Press the MENU dial twice to exit the menu.
Animation Recording You can produce an illusion of movement for an otherwise stationary scene or object by shooting a series of pictures of slightly different poses (such as cartooning). SP/SLP Button Tally MENU Dial ,, (Rotate or Press In) To Record Using Animation 1. Make sure the camcorder is in recordpause and the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 3. Press the MENU dial in to display the main MENU in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 2. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP.
Animation Recording (continued) 4. Rotate the MENU dial to highlight NEXT. The second MENU appears. Keep rotating the MENU dial to highlight REC TIME. i!_ ...........i INT. TIME TALLY LAMP CHARACTER JLIP ID NO. DEMO MODE 7. Press the MENUdial twice to exit the menu. 8. 'Ill and the amount of recording time appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. "O' " "O_FF" ON 07 OFF bMENUEND (roSS 5. Press the MENU dial in to display the REC TIME menu. 9. Press RECTIME OFF 114S 1/2S lS EXIT 6.
Time-Lapse Recording You can make automatic recordings at preset time intervals. Your recording shows subtle changes (such as shifts in cloud formations or plant growth) when it remains focused on an object. SP/SLP MENU Dial (Rotate or Press In) Tally Light To Record Using Time Lapse o Make sure the camcorder is in record- pause and the AE dial is not set to A UTO. appear. Keep rotating the MENU dial to highlight INT.. TIME. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP. .
Time-Lapse Recording (continued) 6. Rotate the MENU dial to highlight the desired time between recordings (15S, 30S, 1 MIN, or 5 MIN). second. • Select I/2S to record for 1/2 second. • Select 15S to delay the recording for 15 seconds. • Select IS to record for one second. • Select 30S to delay the recording for 30 seconds. • Select 5S to record for five seconds. • Select 1MIN to delay the recording for one minute. • Select OFF if you do not want to record for a selected amount of time.
i " " Tally Light (Turn On or Off) You can turn the tally light on or off using the second MENU. Dial (Rotate or Press In) Tally To Turn the Tally I. Light On or Off Make sure the camcorder is in record- pause and the AE dial is not set to AUTO. . Press the MENU dial in to display the main MENU in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. , Press the MENU dial in to display the TALLY LAMP menu. TALLY LAMP OFF MENU • MENU END FOCUS EXPOSURE DATE/TIME TELE MACRO TAPE LENGTH M.W.B.
Demo Mode You can turn on the DEMO mode in the second MENU to have a demonstration of some of the camcorder's features. MENU Dial (Rotate or Press In) To Turn the Demo Mode On 1. Make sure the camcorder is in record- pause and the AE dial is not set to A UTO. 5. Press the MENU dial in to display the DEMO MODE menu. DEMO MODE Insert a cassette with the safety tab removed or set to REC OFF. . OFF Press the MENU dial in to display the main MENU in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. .
JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Identification Number You can connect a device, such as a home computer, to the JLIP connector on the camcorder. ! MENU Dial (Rotate or Press In) JLIP Connector (Under Cover) To Select a JLIP ID NO. 1. Make sure the camcorder is in record- pause and the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 4. Press the MENU dial in to display the JLIP ID NO. menu. JUP ID NO. 2. Press the MENU dial in to display the main MENU in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. _84 MENU .
Attach the Shoulder Strap The camcorder's shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder from your shoulder and - when you are ready to shoot - bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement. To Attach the Shoulder Strap 4. If the strap keeper is over a double section of the . strap, slide the strap keeper off the end of the strap.
Built-In Color Enhancement Light The built-in color enhancement light automatically adds more light when needed. POWER switch must be set to CAMERA to operate the video light. LIGHT Switch The OFFoA UTO*ON Video Light To Use the Light Set the LIGHT OFF.A UTO.ON switch. • Set to ON to turn the light on. Note: We recommend you set white balance to -_-:HALOGEN in the M. W.B. menu when using the light.
Replace the Bulb Assembly Carefully follow the instructions below To Replace 1. Insert the Bulb Assembly a flat nonmetallic as a plastic object screwdriver) (such in the hole. . Place the new bulb assembly camcorder by inserting the top first and then slide the assembly Bulb Assembly into the into place. Plastic Screwdriver 2. Pull on the sides of the bulb assembly and remove it from the camcorder as shown.
Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder for Playback You can view tapes in color using the LCD monitor or black-and-white using the viewfinder. You can hear the sound from the tapes on the built-in speaker when you use the monitor. VCR _ _ Button Button Eyepiece Control Focus Viewfinder "EJECT Switch "PUSH Button Control Speaker VOLUME Control To Play Back 1. a Tape • Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape. Attach a power supply.
Use the LCD Monitor e or Viewfinder for Playback (continued) Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what you are playing back. • Adjust the viewfinder for a comfortable viewing position. Use the LCD Monitor • Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision. • Make sure the monitor is open 45* The viewfinder turns off. • Tilt the LCD monitor 180 ° up and around or 90* down. • Adjust the brightness of the image by turning the BRIGHT control. 5.
Playback Features PLA Y/PA USE I_111 VCR < < Position the Tape Set the POWER switch to VCR and press STOP. • Press and quickly release the VCR < • button or VCR • • button to rewind or fast-forward • Press STOP to stop the tape. Visual Search During playback, press and release VCR • • button or VCR • • button if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse.
i _' " Playback Features (continued) • Button PLA VCR Y/PA •USE Butt°n ---_ f_4141_VCR __ _\ COUNTER R/M Button • __ __ i_@_ii_. __ VCR • • Button // STOP Button ." Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When memory stop is on, the tape stops automatically during rewind or fast forward when the time counter reaches M 0:00:00. To Use the Memory-Stop .
Use the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. The cassette adapter allows you to play your VHS-C cassettes in a VCR just like other standard VHS cassettes. Insert the VHS-C cassette into the cassette adapter. Insert the cassette adapter into the VHS VCR like a normal VHS cassette. Install Cassette Adapter's Battery Battery Compartment 1. Remove battery compartment cover. 2.
Use the Cassette Adapter (continued) Load Detector Gently close the cassette compartment lid until it locks into place. Make sure the c_sette reel area under the adapter is free to turn while the cassette is . loading. Note: You should hear a whirring sound while the tape loads. The adapter's load detector automatically retracts into the adapter. Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter _=_:_...___.._==_:_-::::.::_z:_._._..-:._r=:_ _Access . Hole Slide the adapter's EJECT switch to the right.
Playback on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with audio and video inputs, you need an optional audio/video cable, such as VH83 shown on page 72. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV. Mono VCR or Back of TV Monitor _-_ I White Audi_ Plug :77--_-------------- & Audio/Video Output Cable _ (Op]tional) Yellow Video Plug AUDIO Jack "_ ..........
i. Playback Playback 1. m. on TV (or VCR) Operation with Audio/Video the video input channel. connected • During playback, use the playback features on pages 62-63. o to VCR that is already coffnected to TV: Turn on VCR and place it in the "line" or "camera mode". (If your VCR does not have a "line" or "camera mode", consult the VCR owner's manual.) Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR. .
Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you need an optional 1CVA147C RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VHg0 shown on page 72. If your TV has audio and video inputs (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 66-67. VHF Antenna RF Cable Optional Coaxial (such as VH82 or VH90) °_ ":" 1. \ Back of TV ,_2EI--- t _ / Optio 1 Transfor_ner_ ..
Playback Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Operation 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF 4. Set the POWER switch to VCR. Power indicator output adapter to channel 3 or 4. 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel youselected with the RF output adapter's CH3/CH4 switch. 3. Set the adapter's VCR/TV switch to VCR. Viewing What the Camcorder prevent a high-pitched by feedback. 2. Set the CH3/CH4 lights. 5. Press PLAY/PA USE on the camcorder.
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FB1260and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries These rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries are designed specifically for long life. The FB 1260 is a 1-hour battery. The FB 120 powers your camcorder twice as long as the FB 1260 (depending on how much you use zoom and pause). Both can be recharged with the AC adapter/charger that came with your camcorder.
1CVA147CRF Output Adapter VH54 CableTransformer This 75-to-300 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard 75-ohm antenna cable This RF output adapter is used with a coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90, to connect your camcorder to a standard TV (one without audio/video inputs) for playback. If your antenna cable is the flat twin-lead type attached by two screws, you need a 300-to-75 ohm transformer.
Model CC6351/CC6371 Order Form for Camcorder Description Part Super Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 39.95 Soft Camcorder Case AC201A $ 39.95 Shoulder Strap ACS091 $ 12.95 Y-Adapter AH25 $ AC Battery Charger CPS91 $ 59.95 Car Cord Adapter DCC08 $ 89.95 Rechargeable Battery (Extended) FB120 $ 89.95 Rechargeable Bauery FB 1260 $ 49.95 75-300 Cable Transformer VH54 $ 2.95 Coaxial RF-Cable VH82 $ 6.95 Audio/Video VH83 $ 5.95 VH90 $ 7.95 RF Output Adapter 1CVA 147C $ 59.
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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 Service Center, 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 covers and explains how to get service.
i Tape stops during rewind or fast forward Time-counter memory might be on. Whenever an "M" appears with the time-counter display, the camcorder stops rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter reads M 0:00:00. Press VCR I, or VCR I_I_ again to continue rewinding or fast forwarding, or press COUNTER R/M to turn off the memory-stop feature. CamcorderremMnsin Press PLAY/PA USE to return to normal playback.
Picturerecorded with specialeffect AE dial might be turned to special effect mode. the AE dial to AUTO. See page 43. Turn Colorsdo not look naturalonrecording • • Try adjusting white balance. See pages 38-39. Try turning on built-in color enhancement light. Title recordedon tape • Title is recorded when it appears in viewfinder or LCD monitor. Remove title. See pages 20o21 and 46.
No or low sound during monitor playback Adjust VOLUME control on the bottom of LCD monitor. Streaksin picture duringplaybackor play-pause Adjust tracking with MENU dial. See page 61. Bright, crystalshapedspots appearin viewfinder or on LCD monitor Sunlight is directly entering the lens. Coloredbright spotsappearon LCD monitor Black spots or bright spots of light (red, green, or blue) might appear on the LCD monitor. These spots are not recorded on the tape and are not due to a defect in the unit.
Clean the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's any power source camcorder soft cloth. and gently exterior, connected to the wipe it with a clean Clean the Camcorder's To clean the camcorder's Lens lens, blow wipe the lens with cleaning solution designed scratch the lens. remove tissue it with a blower and commercially for use on camera lens.
Proper Care and Storage ° The camcorder might be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping. • Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's recording/playback cassettes. • Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22°F (-30°C) or above 149*F (65*C). heads and • Always close the lens cover when the camcorder is not in use.
General LCD Monitor Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: LCD monitor on: 6.1 watts Viewfinder on: 5.9 watts Weight: 3"diagonally LCDFITT Camera 2.3 lbs. (1,020g) Section Image Sensor: 1/4" CCD Imager Lens: F1.6, f=3.8 to 83.
Thomson provides You can reach Thomson following at the may encounter number from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST Monday - Friday for U.S. customers only necessary, repair or replacement arranged. Please have your camcorder for repair or exchange over Always consult Thomson and get a Return Authorization exchange anything! it for a new or refurbished Refer to the limited warranty ready unit to you. the phone, we will gladly service your unit or camcorder.
What your warranty • Any defect in materials The exchange arrival. . covers: or workmanship. 90 days for labor charges. • One year for parts. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. will notify you of its Take your unit, excluding all accessories, and your evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit. .
................... • • • • Pick up your camcorder complete. What your warranty of when repairs are does not cover: _ • Adjustment of customer controls. • Damage from misuse or neglect. • A unit that has been modified unit after we have 1. Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit. Make sure you insure your shipment case of damage or loss. 3. ... RCA Camcorder Service Center representative evidence purchase date, such as a bill of sale.
1 S 1/1000 indicator 43 Built-in light 58 Bulb assembly, A replacing light 59 C Accessories included 3 Cable TV installer optional 70 order form 73 Adapter/charger 3 charging battery 14 using 4, 12 AEdial 8, 10, 18, 20, 21, 24, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 38, 40, 41, 43, 44, 47, 48, 50, 52, 54, 55, 56 features 43 indicators 28, 43 Auto Auto Auto Auto jacks Automatic 11, 66, 68 adapter 3, 64 care and storage Color enhancement Contents 1 ......
l!i • FADER DC in jack 4, 12 DC OUT jack 12 Demo mode feature 55 DEMO MODE menu 55 Dew warning 30 Displays, LCD monitor Displays, Displays, status 29 viewfinder L 30, 42 FRONT LIT 28, 43, 44 HAZE 28, 43 LENS COVER 31 lithium cell 31 MAN 28 28, 43 MWB 29, 39 REFRESH 14 S 1/1000 28 28 E SD:SHADOW self-timer 31 EJECT button 5, 11, 23, 60 SEPIA 28, 43 SHADOW 28, 43 SPORTS 28, 43 status 29 Erase protection 22 Exposure control 40 EXPOSURE menu 41 Eyepiece focus control 43 11, 27 TAPE END tape l
LIGHT OFF-AUTO-ON Limited warranty Lithium cell 3 remove 17 Low-contrast switch 11, 58 84 Playback on a TV without audio/video inputs 68, 69 Playback on TV (or VCR) with audio/video in jacks indicator 36 M M.W.B.
Self-timer48, 49 Sepiafeature43 SEPIAindicator28, 43 Settingtapelength7 Shadowfeature43 Shoulder strap3 attach57 Shoulderstrapattachment rings 11, 57 Shutterspeed, fast 43 Shutterspeedindicator43 SLPtapespeed7, 22 Solvingproblems76 SPtapespeed7, 22 SP/SLPbutton7, 10,22, 23, 24,-50,-52.......
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