Page 2 - : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug; Product Registration; Important Safety Information; To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose; CAUTION
i CAUTION : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lamela plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise etpousser jusqu au fond. To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable b...
Page 3 - • Review the Camcorder’s; Video Cassettes
1 Assistance Table of Contents We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty...... 800-283-6503 (Pages 66-67) Customer Service..................................... 800-336-1900 (Page 65) Accessories.......................................
Page 4 - Table of Contents; • Playback on TV without
Table of Contents 2 Recording Features• Quick Review ....................................19• Tape Positioning ...............................19• Microphone .......................................19• AI (Artificial Intelligence) ................19• Program AE (Auto Exposure) ...........20• Auto Focus...
Page 5 - missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.; Assistance; Do not use this
3 First-Time Operation • Save the box and packing materials in case you ever need to store or ship your camcorder. • The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any of them are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW E...
Page 6 - • Attach one end of the; • Attach the other end of the cable to
4 First-Time Operation 2. Attach the adapter/charger. Since the battery must be chargedbefore it can be used the first time,attach the adapter/charger to thecamcorder. • Attach one end of the adapter/charger’s DC cable to theDC OUTPUT jack on theadapter/charger. POWER CHARGE BATTERY Adapter/Charger ...
Page 7 - Lens Cap; Remove the lens cap and attach; • Press and hold the small button on
5 LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V First-Time Operation POWER (CAMERA/OFF/VCR)Switch and Indicator Lens Cap Handstrap 3. Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap. 4. Turn on the camcorder. The position ...
Page 8 - Details are on page 17.; Position viewfinder and adjust
B A T T E R Y First-Time Operation Lens Cap onHandstrap Cassette Door Press Here to Close Tape Window Safety Tab REC (Record)/PAUSEButton 6 5. Insert a cassette. • Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette compartment. • Insert the cassette with the safety tab facing up and the tape windowsfacing out. •...
Page 9 - Play back what you have; PLAY; Eyepiece
7 First-Time Operation 7. Start and stop recording. Start and stop recording by pressingand releasing REC/PAUSE. RECappears in the viewfinder. You do nothave to hold the button to record. Notes: If you do not record within fiveminutes, the camcorder will automaticallyshut off to prevent excessive ta...
Page 10 - Review the camcorder’s operating controls.
8 LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V REVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCR POWER AV DUB REW PLAY F.FWD TITLE SEL STOP/EJECT EDIT – ADV – + /TIME AV OUT / IN First-Time Operation 9. Review the camcorder’s ...
Page 12 - Powering the Camcorder; The POWER indicator on the; . This indicator is used; To Remove the Adapter/Charger; Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder; Do not use this adapter/charger
10 POWER CHARGE BATTERY Powering the Camcorder 1. Connect one end of the adapter/ charger’s cable to the adapter/charger’s DC OUTPUT jack and theother end to the DC IN 9.6V jack onthe back of the camcorder. 2. Plug the adapter/charger into the nearest AC outlet (120V, 50/60 Hz). 3. The POWER indicat...
Page 13 - The CHARGE indicator will light; Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder; Charging the Battery; Align Arrows
11 Powering the Camcorder 1. Attach the battery to the adapter/ charger as shown. Align the referencearrow on the battery with the arrow onthe adapter/charger. Hold the batteryflush against the adapter/charger andslide it in the direction of the arrow. Note: You cannot charge the battery andoperate ...
Page 14 - Attach Charged Battery; Align reference arrow on battery with; Remove the Battery; indicator will turn off.
12 Powering the Camcorder Attach Charged Battery 1. Align reference arrow on battery with arrow on camcorder. Hold batteryflush against camcorder while slidingit down in the direction of the arrow asshown. 2. Press and hold small button on POWER while placing it in CAMERA.POWER indicator will light ...
Page 15 - Battery Care; Battery Safety Precautions
13 Powering the Camcorder Battery Care • Your battery will provide better service and longer performance if you charge itbefore and after use, and store it atnormal room temperature. • The battery should be charged at a temperature of 32ºF-95ºF (0ºC-35ºC) toprevent damage. • Do not operate the batte...
Page 16 - Battery Level Indicator; Check Battery Power (Battery Level Indicator)
14 Powering the Camcorder The battery level indicator ( ) always appears in the camcorder’sviewfinder to show how much batterypower is left in the rechargeable battery. This indicator is not recorded on the tape. • When the battery is fully charged, the display shows . • After a while, only appears....
Page 17 - . This indicator is used for; Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter; Cigarette Lighter Socket; Connect the small plug on the car cord
15 Powering the Camcorder To power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV, youneed the optional car cord adapter DCC096 shown on page 53. The DCC096 car cord is especially designed to convert power from a 12-volt battery tothe 9.6-volt input jack on the camcorder. No...
Page 18 - CASSETTE; Safety Tab; Erase Protection — Safety Tab
16 Video Cassettes To prevent accidentalerasure, break the tab. To record again, coverthe hole with vinyl tape. CASSETTE RECORDING TIME T-60 60 Min. T-120 2 Hrs. T-160 2 Hrs., 40 Min. T-180 3 Hrs. Safety Tab Erase Protection — Safety Tab You can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase...
Page 19 - Inserting and Removing Cassettes; Press Here to Close; Cassette Care and Storage
17 B A T T E R Y Video Cassettes Inserting and Removing Cassettes Caution: Insertcassette withsafety tab facingup and tapewindows facingout. Cassetteshould slideeasily into thecompartment.Gently push thecassette downuntil it locksinto place. Press Here to Close Tape Windows STOP/EJECT Safety Tab Cas...
Page 20 - Camcorder Traveling and Cassette Tips; Traveling Tips; Label your cassettes before storing them.; carry bag does not offer the
18 Camcorder Traveling and Cassette Tips Traveling Tips Write down your camcorder’s serialnumber and keep it separate from thecamcorder when traveling. If yourcamcorder is lost or stolen, you will beable to identify it. Make sure you have any plug adaptersyou need before taking your camcorder toothe...
Page 21 - Camcorder Features; Quick Review; POWER Switch in CAMERA; Microphone
19 Camcorder Features Quick Review Press REVIEW when POWER is inCAMERA and the camcorder is in recordpause to review the last few seconds of arecording. The camcorder will play back the lastfew seconds of the recording, return thetape to its previous position, and return torecord pause. Tape Positio...
Page 22 - Viewfinder Display; Macro Focus
Camcorder Features 20 Program AE (Auto Exposure) Program auto exposure automatically selects the shutter speed and adjusts the irisaccording to the shutter speed. Viewfinder Display AE:60 Macro Focus The macro-focus feature lets you focus on objects as close as 3/8 of an inch from thecamcorder lens....
Page 23 - Electronic Indexing; ”– – – – – –”will appear for
21 Camcorder Features Electronic Indexing Each time you begin recording (after the camcorder has been turned off for at leastfour hours), the camcorder will automatically record an index mark at the beginning ofthe new recording. When you play back the indexed tape in a VCR that has a compatible ind...
Page 24 - Viewfinder; Eyepiece Focus Control; Caution: Pulling on the eyepiece may cause damage to the camcorder.; Pull here; Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it
22 Viewfinder The camcorder’s viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen bythe camcorder when recording. The viewfinder also can be used for viewing the tapeduring playback. When carrying or storing the camcorder, return the viewfinder to the original positionto prevent possibl...
Page 25 - Tilt Adjustment; Eyepiece BRIGHT, COLOR, and TINT Controls; COLOR and TINT Controls
23 Viewfinder Caution: Do notforce the eyepieceto rotate completelyaround. This willdamage theeyepiece and/or thecamcorder. BRIGHT BRIGHT COLOR TINT Tilt Adjustment For convenient viewing, you can rotate the eyepiece about 225º degrees. Eyepiece BRIGHT, COLOR, and TINT Controls COLOR and TINT Contro...
Page 26 - Displays in Viewfinder; appears for white fade.; Viewfinder Displays
24 AE:60 0000M ZOOM NO TAPE INDEX T W A/V DUB 10:30AM REC 11/18/95 Displays in Viewfinder AE (Auto Exposure) Shutter Speed The shutter speed selected by thecamcorder appears here. It is notrecorded on the tape. FadePress FADE to select white, wipe, orzoom fade. It is not recorded on thetape. • appea...
Page 27 - • TAPE END flashes when you have; • TAPE flashes when a damaged tape
LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V 25 Displays in Viewfinder • TAPE END flashes when you have approximately three minutesrecording time left on the cassette. • TAPE END briefly appears when you reach the end of the...
Page 28 - Date and Time Display; Press and hold the small button on; To Correct the Date or Time; Set the Time and Date
26 Date and Time Display 12:00AM 1/ 1/95 LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V REVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCR POWER AV DUB REW PLAY F.FWD TITLE SEL STOP/EJECT EDIT – ADV – + /TIME 1. Attach a power su...
Page 29 - Charging the Camcorder’s Built-in Clock Battery; Leave the power supply attached at
27 Date and Time Display The time and date (or date only) can be recorded on your tape. Whenever one of thedisplays appears in the viewfinder, it will be recorded. The camcorder has an auto-date feature that will record the date only for approximatelyten seconds when you begin recording. Charging th...
Page 30 - Zooming; Using Power Zoom Buttons; • Press “T” to move the lens in the
28 LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V Zooming Using Power Zoom Buttons Power Zoom Buttons T = Telephoto W = Wide Angle ZOOM T W ZOOM and ZoomLevel Indicator To zoom in or out slowly, press the zoombutton lightly. T...
Page 31 - Fading In and Out of Scenes; Fade In; FADE to select the fade mode.; White Fade; Repeatedly Press FADE; Select the Type of Fade
29 Fading In and Out of Scenes You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade in and out ofscenes. Both the picture and sound will gradually appear or disappear. The speed ofthe fade is controlled by the camcorder. Fade In 1. Place the camcorder in record pause. 2. Repeatedly pres...
Page 32 - Tape Counter with Memory Stop; Memory Stop; Press DISPLAY to turn memory stop
30 LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V REVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCR POWER AV DUB REW PLAY F.FWD TITLE SEL STOP/EJECT EDIT – ADV – + /TIME Tape Counter with Memory Stop The tape counter is automati...
Page 33 - ProEdit Features; Edit Search; System features are described here and on the following pages.; • Press and hold REW (rewind) to visually search
31 ProEdit Features Edit Search Flying Erase Head ProEdit ® System The camcorder incorporates a complete package of advanced editing featuresto make it easy and fun to edit your home videos like a professional. Themajor ProEdit ® System features are described here and on the following pages. • Flyin...
Page 34 - –OR–; Audio Dubbing
32 ProEdit Features AUDIO IN OUT Back of MonoVCR or Tape Deck Yellow Video Plug(No connection) White Audio Plug Audio/Video Cable (such as AH005) Audio/Video Cable (such as AH005) AV OUT/IN Switch Y-Adapter (such as AH25) White Audio Plug Yellow Video Plug(No connection) AV DUB Button Back of stereo...
Page 35 - To Audio Dub; POWER while sliding it to VCR.
33 6. To begin dubbing, start the audio source and press REC/PAUSE. will disappear from the viewfinder while you are dubbing. 7. Press STOP/EJECT when you are finished dubbing. Remember: Place the AV OUT/IN switchto OUT to record on the camcorder. Notes: If you want to stop dubbing at acertain point...
Page 36 - Audio and Video Dubbing
34 ProEdit Features Back of VCR or TV Monitor AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L R Back of Stereo VCR or TV Monitor Yellow Video Plug White Audio Plug Audio/Video Cable(such as AH005) Audio/Video Cable(such as AH005) AV OUT/IN Switch Y-Adapter (such as AH25) White Audio Plug AV DUB Button –OR– AV OUT / IN LIGHT ...
Page 37 - To Audio and Video Dub; POWER while sliding it in VCR.
35 ProEdit Features To Audio and Video Dub 1. Press and hold the small button on POWER while sliding it in VCR. 2. If you are recording from a source connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO jackson the side of the camcorder, place theAV OUT/IN switch to IN. 3. Insert the tape you want to dub and use PLAY, F.FW...
Page 38 - Titler
36 LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V REVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCR POWER AV DUB REW PLAY F.FWD TITLE SEL STOP/EJECT EDIT – ADV – + /TIME ProEdit Features TITLE SEL (Also PLAY ) TITLER POWER in CA...
Page 39 - A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S; To Create a Title; Chart of Characters in Titler’s Register
37 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 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ? Õ . / , Ð ; : < > ! (BLANK) ProEdit Features To Create a Title 1. Attach a power source to the camcorder, press and hold the smallbutton on POWER while sliding it toCAMERA. POWER indicator willlight. 2. Press TITLER t...
Page 40 - Recording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder
38 1. Attach a power source to the camcorder, slide POWER toCAMERA. 2. Locate the place on the tape where you want to record the title. Notes: If you record a title on a pre-recorded tape, the audio and video will beerased where the title is inserted. Therewill also be a three-to-four second pause o...
Page 41 - Recording Tips
39 Recording Tips Be aware of video and audio backgrounds.Background details barely noticed whileyou are taping may show up as visual“clutter” on your recording. Backgroundnoises (especially TV sets, radios,household appliances, traffic sounds, etc.)can detract from the sound you want torecord. Avoi...
Page 42 - Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV Monitor
40 Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV Monitor To record on a tape in your camcorder from a VCR or TV monitor withAUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks, you will need an optional audio/videocable, such as AH005 shown on page 54 . Back of VCR or TV Monitor AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L R Back of Stereo VCR o...
Page 43 - Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV; Installation; B. Camcorder connected to a VCR; Recording Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the Camcorder; Press and hold the small button on the
41 Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV Attach the white plug on one end ofthe audio/video cable to the AUDIOOUT jack on the VCR (or TVmonitor). Note: If your VCR or TV monitor hasstereo left and right AUDIO OUT jacks,attach the plug to the one labeledMONO. If one of the audio jacks is notlab...
Page 44 - Viewfinder Playback; Viewfinder Playback and Playback Features; Attach a power supply to the
LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V REVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCR POWER AV DUB REW PLAY F.FWD TITLE SEL STOP/EJECT EDIT – ADV – + /TIME Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback Features...
Page 45 - Playback Features; Tracking; • Press and hold F.FWD to search the
COLOR TINT BATTERY DC IN9.5V Viewfinder Playback and Playback Features 43 Playback Features Caution: Pause is designed formomentary interruptions and should notbe used for an extended period of time.If the camcorder remains in pause formore than five minutes, it willautomatically remove the tape fro...
Page 46 - Playback on a TV or VCR with AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks
Playback on a TV or VCR with AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks 44 To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO IN and VIDEO INjacks, you will need an optional audio/video cable, such as AH005 shown on page 54.If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCRan...
Page 47 - Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR
Playback on a TV or VCR with AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks 45 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV monitor: Turn on the TV andtune it to its video input channel. B. Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turnon VCR and place it in the “line” or“camera” mode. (If your VCR doesnot ...
Page 48 - Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs
Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs 46 Disconnect the VHF antenna fromyour TV. If you are going to leavethe RF adapter connected to the TV,connect the antenna to the RF outputadapter. A.If antenna is round 75-ohm cable, connect it to IN FROM ANTconnector on RF output adapter. B. If anten...
Page 49 - Playback Operation
Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs 47 Playback Operation 1. Set the channel selector switch on the RF output adapter to CH3 or CH4. 2. Turn on the TV and tune it to the same channel (3 or 4) you selected with thechannel selector switch on the RFoutput adapter. 3. Press and hold the smal...
Page 50 - Color Enhancement Light; To Use the Color Enhancement Light; Light; POWER and place it in CAMERA.
Color Enhancement Light 48 To Use the Color Enhancement Light Notes: Turn on the light only when youneed it. The power consumption of thelight is approximately two-thirds that of thecamcorder. When the light is on, theoperation time of the rechargeable batteryis reduced. Avoid bumping or shaking the...
Page 51 - To Remove and Replace Light Case; the lower hook while removing it.; Removing and Replacing the Front Case of the; Lower Hook
Color Enhancement Light 49 To Remove and Replace Light Case 1. To remove front case, press and hold the lower hook while removing it. 2. To replace the front case, pass the bulb through the hole of the reflectionplate, and attach the lower hook to thelight. 3. Press front of case to light. Notes: Do...
Page 52 - shown below in diagrams A and B.; Attaching the Shoulder Strap; To Attach the Shoulder Strap; Shoulder Strap Rings; Repeat steps 1–3 to attach the other end of the shoulder strap.
2. Thread one end of the shoulder strap through one of the shoulder strap rings as shown below in diagrams A and B. 1. Unfasten one end of the shoulder strap from the buckle. Make sure you leave the buckle on the strap. 50 Attaching the Shoulder Strap The shoulder strap is designed to let you carry ...
Page 53 - Packing Carrying Case; Two Hour Battery
51 Packing Carrying Case The carrying case that came with your camcorder is specially designed to provideprotection for your camcorder and its accessories. See below for details on packingyour case. Two Hour Battery Audio/Video Cable Camcorder Adapter/Charger One Hour Battery Cassette Tape
Page 54 - Optional Accessories; To order accessories, contact your local dealer.
Optional Accessories 52 We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding tothe fun of using your camcorder. These pages have a selection of accessories to helpmake your memorable moments look and sound even better. To order accessories, contact your local dealer. A...
Page 55 - CPS014 AC Adapter/Charger
53 Optional Accessories DCC096 DC (Battery) Car Cord CPS014 AC Adapter/Charger EP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable Batteries Caution: Do not use any other car cordwith this camcorder. POWER CHARGE This DC car cord enables you to operateyour camcorder from your car, truck, orRV by plugging the car cord ...
Page 56 - AH011 Cable Transformer; CRF95 RF Output Adapter
54 AH011 Cable Transformer These RF cables are used with the RF output adapter toconnect your camcorder to a standard TV (one withoutaudio/video input jacks) for playback. If your antenna cable is the flat twin-lead type attached bytwo screws, you will also need a 300-75 ohm transformersuch as 19398...
Page 57 - Remove the lens hood as shown above.; Removing the Lens Hood
55 Remove the lens hood as shown above. Optional Accessories Removing the Lens Hood Attaching Accessory Lens The lens hood can be removed so you can attach optional accessories, such as wide-angle lens, lens extender, or lens filter kit.To remove the lens hood, place your hand flat against the lens ...
Page 58 - Using an Optional Tripod; AC040 Heavy Duty Tripod
56 Optional Accessories Caution: Before using a tripod, make sure it is stable enough to hold the camcorderwithout falling over. Do not transport the camcorder attached to the tripod. When attaching your camcorder to a tripod, be careful not to force the tripod screwinto the camcorder ’s tripod moun...
Page 59 - Accessory Order Form; Detach Here; P l e a s e c o mp l e t e o t h e r s i d e a l s o; Order Form for Camcorder Models CC423; Description
57 Accessory Order Form Detach Here ✂ P l e a s e c o mp l e t e o t h e r s i d e a l s o Order Form for Camcorder Models CC423 Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Soft Camcorder Case AC028A $ 89.95 Deluxe Tripod AC031 $ 99.95 Heavy Duty Tripod AC040 $169.95 Audio/Video Cable AH005 $ 10.99 Cable ...
Page 60 - USE YOUR CREDIT CARD; AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
58 Accessory Order Form ® r r s TM Charge your order on your VISA or MasterCard by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard My card expires: My card expires: Copy Number above your n...
Page 61 - United States and Canada Orders
59 Accessory Order Form To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order bytelephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa or MasterCard ready and call the toll-free ...
Page 62 - Care and Maintenance; Do not; operate or leave your; Things to Avoid
60 Care and Maintenance Do not operate or leave your camcorder in extremely humidenvironments. Do not operate the camcorder forextended periods in temperaturesbelow 40ºF (4ºC) or above 95ºF(35ºC). Do not expose the camcorder oradapter/charger to rain or moisture.If either component becomes wet,turn ...
Page 63 - Cleaning the Camcorder; Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it; Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder; The viewfinder eyepiece can be removed for cleaning.; Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens
61 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder’s exterior, remove any power source connected to thecamcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth. LIGHT AUTO OFF ON FADE TRACKING REC/PAUSE OFF OW ER VCR AV D UB REW PLAY F.FW D STOP /EJEC T TITL E SE L – + EDIT – AD V LIG...
Page 64 - Trouble Checks; Trouble; POWER Indicator; Will Not Play Back
62 Trouble Checks Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct withoutthe 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 ...
Page 65 - • The tape counter’s memory-stop feature may be
63 Trouble Checks Tape Stops DuringRewind or Fast Forward Camcorder Remains in Play Pause Poor Picture QualityDuring Recording Viewfinder Displays AreOut of Focus Poor Auto-FocusOperation Poor Picture QualityDuring Playback Recorded Audio is TooLow • The tape counter’s memory-stop feature may be tur...
Page 66 - • POWER switch must be in CAMERA.
64 Trouble Checks AE Shutter-Speed orINDEX Indicator DoesNot Appear inViewfinder Date and Time (or Date)were Recorded on theTape Color in ViewfinderDoes Not Look Naturaland needs Adjustment Date and Time AppearIncorrect Camcorder Does NotTurn On and/orFunction Buttons WillNot Operate • POWER switch ...
Page 67 - Customer Assistance and Service; You can reach Thomson at the; Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange
65 (continued on next page) Customer Assistance and Service You can reach Thomson at the following number: 800-283-6503 (Toll free inside U.S.A.) Our toll-free Camcorder number operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST Monday – Friday for U.S. customers only Thomson provides a toll-free telephonenumber to...
Page 68 - Limited Warranty
66 What your warranty covers:• Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase:• 90 days for labor charges.• One year for parts. What we will do:During the initial 90 days• Exchange your camcorder with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit orat your option, repair your...
Page 69 - shipment in case of damage or loss.
67 Limited Warranty shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment: • A copy of your dated bill of sale to verify your unit’s warrantyeligibility. • A brief note describing your camcorder problem. • Your name, address and phone number. Return transportation, storage, andhandling costs...
Page 70 - Specifications; General
68 Specifications General Power requirement: 9.6VDC Power consumption: 8 watts (normal) Weight: 4.4 lbs. (2 kg) Dimensions: 4-1/2"(W) x 8- 1/8"(H) x 12-1/4"(D) (111 x 205 x 311mm) Video Recorder Section Format: VHS Record/Playback System: Two video record/playback heads One flying erase ...
Page 71 - Information to User; • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
69 Information to User This digital apparatus does not exceed theClass B limits for radio noise emissions fromdigital apparatus as set out in theinterference-causing equipment standardentitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of theDepartment of Communications. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limit...
Page 72 - Index
70 — C — Camcorder, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .61Camcorder Operating Controls . . . . .8-9Camcorder, Powering . . . . . . . . . .10-15Camcorder, Recording On From a VCR or TV Monitor . . . . . . . .40-41 Camcorder, Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . .3CAMERA/OFF/VCR Switch . .5,7,12,19, . . . ...
Page 74 - Playback on a TV
Index 72 — P — Packing Carry Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51PAUSE Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33,35Picture Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43PLAY Button . . . .7,8,31,33,35,42,45,47Playback on a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks . . . . .44-45 Playback on a TV without Audio/Vide...
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