Page 2 - Cautions; To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of; Product Registration; To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose; Important Safety Information; CAUTION
Cautions CAUTION : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de laprise et pousser jusqu au fond. To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechar...
Page 3 - Recording and Playback Speeds and
1 We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have anyquestions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty...........800-283-6503 ( pages 76-77 ) Customer Service...................................800-336-1900 ( page 75 ) Accessories............................................. 800-338-0376 (p...
Page 4 - Table of Contents; Cont; Using the Optional AC088 Tripod 64; Customer Assistance and Service75
2 Table of Contents Recording ( Cont .) White Balance ............................... 38 Auto White Balance .................... 38 Manual White Balance ................ 38 Exposure Control .......................... 40 Auto Exposure ............................ 40 Manual Exposure .....................
Page 5 - Unpack the camcorder and accessories.; • Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship; Assistance
First-Time Operation 3 Assistance 1. Unpack the camcorder and accessories. • Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder. • The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. This s...
Page 6 - Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand.; Rotate; LENS COVER; control to open lens cover.
4 First-Time Operation 3. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand. LENSCOVER Control Handstrap Handstrap VelcroStrip (Under Flap) 2. Attach the adapter/charger. DC In Jack DC Cable Adapter/Charger To AC 100-240,50/60 Hz • Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on thecamcorder as shown...
Page 7 - Set; switch to; CAMERA; Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control.
First-Time Operation 5 180 ° 180 ° 5. Set POWER ( CAMERA MAN/CAMERA AUTO/OFF/VCR) switch to CAMERA AUTO. • The power indicator lights. • The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you wantto record ( CAMERA MAN or CAMERA AUTO) , turn the power off ( OFF ), or play back tapes ( VCR ). • ...
Page 8 - Select a recording speed.; WARNING
6 First-Time Operation 8. Select a recording speed. 7. Insert a tape. • Slide the EJECT switch. The cassette holder opensautomatically. • Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape. • Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tapewindow facing out. Select S...
Page 9 - twice
First-Time Operation 7 PUSH – + 9. Select a tape length. T20T30T35T40 EXIT TAPE LENGTH 5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the type of tape you areusing.• Select T20 for a tape with 20 minutes or less recording timein SP . • Select T30 for a tape with 30 minutes recording time in SP . • Select...
Page 10 - Play back what you have; OFF; to turn off the
8 First-Time Operation REW Button POWER Switch ThumbTrigger Power Indicator STOP Button PLAY/PAUSE Button 10. Start and stop recording. • Place the POWER switch in CAMERA AUTO . • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. REC appears in the viewfinder while the camcorderis recording. •...
Page 12 - Review camcorder’s operating controls.
10 First-Time Operation 14. Review camcorder’s operating controls. (Continued) Microphone Lens Handstrap Attach Adapter/Charger’s DCCord (DC INjack locatedunder battery)or rechargeablebattery here Thumb Trigger A (Audio) and V (Video) jacks(behind small cover) LENSCOVER control 5SEC. REC Button Zoom...
Page 14 - Power Your Camcorder; Attach Adapter/Charger; Do not use this adapter/; Remove Adapter/Charger
12 Power Your Camcorder Power Your Camcorder Adapter/Charger The adapter/charger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorderdirectly from standard household power. The adapter/charger operates on 100-240volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power theca...
Page 15 - Rechargeable Battery; as described on the next page; Note; Attach the Charged Battery; Details are on page 17.; Remove the Battery; BATTERY RELEASE; Battery Safety Precautions
Power Your Camcorder 13 Rechargeable Battery 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. When fully charged, thebattery supplies approximately 95-105 minutes of operating time – depending on howmuch ...
Page 16 - Caution; When a battery is attached to the adapter/charger, do not turn them; Charge the Battery; If you try to charge a battery that; Use the; Button; Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder
14 Power Your Camcorder 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. Charge the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger, remove it. 1. Align reference mark on ...
Page 17 - Battery Level Indicator
Power Your Camcorder 15 Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (Continued) 4. After the battery is charged, the CHG (charge) indicator stops flashing andlights. 5. Remove the battery from the adapter/ charger. Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in theviewfinder and shows yo...
Page 18 - Optional Car Cord Adapter; Consult the installation and operating; Use the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter
16 Power Your Camcorder Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord shown on page 62 allows you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lightersocket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts12-volts to a 6-volt output. Note: Consult the installation and operating instructions enclosed with t...
Page 19 - Install the Clock Lithium Cell; To Remove Lithium Cell; Date and Time Display
17 Date and Time Display Install the Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator flashes for a few seconds in the viewfinder when you turn on the camcorder if the cell is not installed or needs replacing. 1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supplyattached to the camcorder. 2. ...
Page 20 - Set the Date and Time
18 Date and Time Display Set the Date and Time You must set the correct date and time before you can display and record iton your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous page before you can set the date. 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . 2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY butto...
Page 21 - TIME; Continued
19 Date and Time Display 4. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the DATE/TIME menu. YEARMONTHDAYTIME EXIT 2000 JAN 1 DATE/TIME AM 12:00 5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight YEAR . Press the menu PUSH dial in. When YEAR starts flashing, rotate the menu PUSH dial to select the year. When the c...
Page 22 - Record; AUTO DATE; Select
20 Date and Time Display Record AUTO DATE , Date, Time, and Title Displays You must install the clock cell and set the date and time ( as shown on the previous pages ) before the you can select and record the correct date and time. 1. Attach a power supply and set POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . The po...
Page 23 - Viewfinder Displays
21 Date and Time Display 5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the date/time display youwant to record • AUTO DATE : The date is auto- matically recorded for approxi-mately five seconds and then AUTO DATE is displayed whenever: • The date is set or changed. • This display mode is selected. • The...
Page 24 - Recording Time; Erase Protection – Safety Tab; and holding; Videocassettes
22 Videocassettes Recording Time Cassette SP SLP TC-20 20 Min. 60 Min. TC-30 30 Min. 90 Min. TC-35 35 Min. 105 Min. TC-40 40 Min. 120 Min. Make sure you select good quality tapes for your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapesor tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video head...
Page 25 - Cassette Care and Storage; Warning
23 Videocassettes CAUTION: Insert thecassette only oneway with thetape wheelfacing up and thetape windowfacing out. Thecassette shouldslide easily intothe holder. Donot force thecassette. Cassette Care and Storage • When you are finished with a cassette, rewind it, remove it from the cam-corder, and...
Page 26 - Recording; Time-Remaining Display; Select a Tape Length
24 Recording Recording PUSH – + Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder for the tapespeed you select is displayed. You must set the correct tape length in the TAPE LENGTH feature of the menu before the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining. Selec...
Page 28 - Recording Tips
26 Recording Recording Tips • Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This improves picture qualityand color reproduction. • Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording.A steady , gradual “pan” avoids blurring and “jitter”. • Use the viewfinder to make sure the camcorder...
Page 29 - Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing; For convenient viewing, rotate the viewfinder up or down.; Use the Viewfinder to See What You Record
27 Recording 180 ° 180 ° Eyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing For convenient viewing, rotate the viewfinder up or down. Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you setthe focus of the viewfinder for yourvision. If you wear eyeglasses, youprobably ...
Page 30 - Battery Level Indicator (; or Date and Time; AE; SEPIA
28 Recording Battery Level Indicator ( ) • This indicator shows the amount ofpower left in the rechargeable battery. • This indicator flashes when the batteryis almost empty. Cassette Warning • The indicator flashes when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA and there is no cassette in the camcorder. • ...
Page 31 - TWILIGHT; AT
29 Recording Viewfinder Displays ( Continued ) • Sports This indicator appears when you select SPORTS to record fast-moving action, such as sporting events. • SD:SHADOW This indicator appears when you select SD:SHADOW to darken the picture and reduce glare. • HZ: HAZE This indicator appears when you...
Page 32 - Exposure Indicators (; FADER
30 Recording Exposure Indicators ( +03 ) This indicator appears when you areadjusting brightness manually using the EXPOSURE menu. Make sure the POWER switch is set to CAMERA MAN . • Details are on pages 40-41. Fade and Wipe Indicators ( B K FADER ) Press the FADES button to display the indicator fo...
Page 33 - and; or; SLP; Warnings and Information
31 Recording Viewfinder Displays ( Continued ) Lithium Cell ( ) • This indicator appears for a few seconds when you turn on the cam-corder and the clock cell is missing orneeds to be replaced. • Details are on page 17. Animation, Time-Lapse, and Five-Second Recording Indicators ( 15S and 5S ) • 5S a...
Page 34 - SEARCH F; AutoShotTM Mode; To Turn on the AutoShotTM Mode; To Turn Off the AutoShotTM Mode; SEARCH R
32 Recording POWERSwitch SEARCH F Button AutoShot™ Mode The POWER switch lets you select automatic or manual control of severalfeatures. To Turn on the AutoShot™ Mode 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO . The power indicator lights and the camcorder enters record- pause. PAUSE appears in the view...
Page 35 - Camera Edit Feature
33 Recording Camera Edit Feature The camera edit feature allows you toposition the tape when the camcorder isin record-pause. Set POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO or CAMERA MAN. • Press and hold SEARCH R to visually search the recorded tapein reverse. • Press and hold SEARCH F to visually search forward ...
Page 36 - Zooming; Switch in; CAMERA MAN
34 Recording Zooming You can zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by moving thezoom lever on the camcorder. The camcorder automatically focuses when youzoom at most distances. Digital zooming allows you to zoom up to 200 times. To record a close-up of a small subject closer than th...
Page 37 - As the zoom level increases, the; Tele Macro Zooming
35 Recording • Select ON to turn digital zooming on. • Select OFF to turn digital zooming off. 5. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to turn digital zooming on or off andremove the menus from theviewfinder. Notes: As the zoom level increases, the picture gradually becomes less sharp.Digital zooming is r...
Page 38 - Focusing; Auto Focus; • Set the; The low-contrast indicator; Menu
36 Recording Focusing The camcorder adjusts focus automatically under normal conditions.You might need to focus manually under certain conditions. Auto Focus During auto focus the camcorderfocuses on the object located in thecenter area of the viewfinder. • Set the POWER switch to CAMERA AUTO to tur...
Page 39 - Manual Focus; To return to auto focus, select; Conditions Requiring Manual Focus
37 Recording Focusing ( Continued ) Manual Focus You might need to focus manually undercertain conditions. 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . 2. Rotate the zoom lever to T to zoom in on the subject and center the subjectin the viewfinder. 3. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in th...
Page 40 - White Balance; Auto White Balance
38 Recording PUSH – + White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved byadjusting the way the camcorder “sees” and records the light source in the sceneyou record. Your camcorder is equipped with automatic white balance.You might want to adjust white bal...
Page 41 - AUTO
39 Recording FOCUSEXPOSUREM. W. B.16 X 9TAPE LENGTHTITLEDATE/TIME DISP. RETURN AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF T30 3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight M.W.B. and press the dial in to display the M.W.B. menu . AUTO :FINE :CLOUD :HALOGENMWB EXIT M.W.B. 4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the white bala...
Page 42 - Exposure Control; Auto Exposure
40 Recording Exposure Control The camcorder controls the iris for you when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA AUTO . The camcorder adjusts brightness automatically under normal conditions. You might need to adjust brightness manually when the background is too bright or too darkin comparison with the...
Page 43 - Steady PixTM Feature; To Use the Steady PixTM Feature
41 Recording Exposure Control ( Continued ) AUTOMANU EXIT EXPOSURE 4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight MANU (manual) and press the dial in. The exposure indicator( 00 ) appears in the viewfinder. 5. Adjust the exposure for a dark or bright subject. The exposure youselect appears in the viewfin...
Page 44 - Fade or Wipe In or Out; To Fade or Wipe In or Out
42 Recording Fade or Wipe In or Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade or wipe inand out of scenes. The picture gradually appears or disappears. The speed ofthe fade or wipe is controlled by the camcorder. To Fade or Wipe In or Out 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN...
Page 45 - Fade or Wipe In; FADES; Fade or Wipe Out; FADES; FADES; FADES; Repeatedly Press the; FADES; MOSAIC
43 Recording Fade or Wipe In 1. Press the thumb trigger to pause recording. 2. Repeatedly press FADES to select the fade or wipe you want to use. Note: The last fade or wipe used appears the first time you press FADES . 3. Press the thumb trigger to start recording. The picture and soundgradually ap...
Page 46 - The; SPORTS; Indicator and Name Uses
44 Recording P. (Program) AE Button The P. (Program) AE button lets you select one of several different effects. Press the button to select the effect you want. The name and indicator for the effectappears briefly and then the indicator remains. Picture is recorded in sepia (brownish red) and offers...
Page 47 - Do not use this mode unless you
45 Recording 4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight OFF or ON . • Select ON to record 16X9. • Select OFF to turn off 16X9. 5. Press the menu PUSH dial twice to turn 16X9 on or off and remove themenus from the viewfinder. New 16x9 TV Screen Standard Shape TV Screen 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMER...
Page 48 - Preset Titles; Select a Language for the Title
Recording 46 Preset Titles The title feature lets you choose one of eight preset titles. You can also choosethe language for your titles. Select a Language for the Title You can select English, French, orSpanish to record your preset titles. 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . 2. Press the MENU/...
Page 49 - Record a Preset Title; To Stop Recording the Title
47 Recording Record a Preset Title 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . 2. Press the menu PUSH dial in to display the menu in the viewfinder. FOCUS is highlighted. FOCUSEXPOSUREM. W. B.16 X 9TAPE LENGTHTITLEDATE/TIME DISP. RETURN AUTO AUTO AUTO OFF T30 3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlig...
Page 50 - To Record Using Animation; Animation Recording
Recording 48 To Record Using Animation 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . 2. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP . SP appears in the viewfinder. 3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted. Animation Recording You can produce an illusion of move...
Page 51 - : The recording stops automatically; To Stop Animation Recording
49 Recording Animation Recording ( Continued ) 4. Rotate the menu PUSH dial down to highlight REC TIME and press the dial in to display the REC TIME menu. OFF1/4 S1/2 S1 S5 S EXIT REC TIME 5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the amount of time you wantthe camcorder to record. • Select 1/4S to ...
Page 52 - To Record Using Time Lapse
Recording 50 To Record Using Time Lapse 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . 2. Press and hold SP/SLP to select SP . SP appears in the viewfinder. 3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted. D. ZOOMTELE MACROREC TIMEINT. TIMEDATE/TIMETITLE LANG....
Page 53 - REC TIME; To Stop Time-Lapse Recording
51 Recording 5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to highlight the amount of time you wantthe camcorder to record. • Select 1/4S to record for 1/4 second. • Select 1/2S to record for 1/2 second. • Select 1S to record for one second. • Select 5S to record for five seconds. 6. Press the menu PUSH dial in to s...
Page 54 - To Turn the Demo Mode On; Demo Mode; Zoom is the only feature that; To Turn the Demo Mode Off
Recording 52 PUSH – + To Turn the Demo Mode On 1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA MAN . 2. If a cassette is inserted, remove the safety tab or set it to REC OFF . 3. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to display the menu in the viewfinder. D. ZOOM is highlighted. D. ZOOMTELE MACROREC TIMEINT. TIMEDATE/TIM...
Page 55 - Attach the Shoulder Strap; Keeper; To Attach the Shoulder Strap; as; Buckle
53 Recording Attach the Shoulder Strap The camcorder’s shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder from yourshoulder and – when you are ready to shoot – bring the camcorder to shooting positionin one quick movement. Keeper To Attach the Shoulder Strap 1. If the strap keeper is over a d...
Page 56 - Travel Tips; Traveling Tips
54 Travel Tips Traveling Tips • Write down your camcorder’s serial number and keep it separate from thecamcorder when traveling. If yourcamcorder is lost or stolen, you will beable to identify it. • Use extra care to avoid damage to your camcorder and accessories whenoperating them at a beach or poo...
Page 57 - Playback; Use the Viewfinder for Playback; To Play Back a Tape; on the following pages.; button when you
55 Playback Playback Use the Viewfinder for Playback You can see tapes using the viewfinder. There is no sound duringviewfinder playback. To Play Back a Tape 1. Attach a power supply. Attach the adapter/charger, chargedbattery, or optional car cord. 2. Insert a tape. • Slide the EJECT switch to open...
Page 58 - Pause is designed for momen-; Playback Features; Position the Tape
56 Playback Caution: Pause is designed for momen- tary interruptions and should not be usedfor an extended period of time. If thecamcorder remains in pause for more thanfive minutes, it enters the stop mode andturns off to prevent excessive tape wear. Playback Features Position the Tape Set POWER sw...
Page 59 - Time Counter; To Use the Memory-Stop Feature; Tracking; The tracking; TBC does not operate during visual
57 Playback Time Counter The time-counter display shows theactual time elapsed when playing back asegment of tape. The memory-stopfeature helps locate a certain point on thetape. Turn memory stop on to stop thetape automatically during rewind or fastforward when the time counter reaches M 0:00:00 . ...
Page 60 - Use the Cassette Adapter; Install Cassette Adapter’s Battery; Replace the battery when the load time; Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter; Do not force the cassette.
58 Playback Use the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. Thecassette adapter allows you to play your VHS-C cassettes in a VCR just like otherstandard VHS cassettes. Insert the VHS-C cassette into the cassette adapter. Insert the cassette ad...
Page 61 - You should hear a whirring sound; Remove Cassette from Cassette Adapter; Load Detector
59 Playback Caution: If the load detector is still extending from the side of thecassette adapter after you haveattempted to load the cassette,loading is not complete. Try toload the cassette again. Attemptingto insert the cassette adapter into aVCR with the load detectorextending may cause damage t...
Page 62 - shown on page 63; Installation; If your cable does not have white; VIDEO; OR
60 Playback Playback on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with audio/video inputs, youneed an optional audio/video cable, such as VH83 shown on page 63 . If your TV is already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what thec...
Page 63 - Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording); Make sure the memory-stop feature
61 Playback Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording) Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it tothe video input channel. B. Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV: Turnon VCR and place it i...
Page 64 - Optional Accessories; To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.
62 Optional Accessories Optional Accessories We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding tothe fun of using your compact VHS camcorder. The following pages have a selectionof accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound even better. These acc...
Page 65 - CPS91 AC Battery Charger; VH83 Audio/Video Cable
63 Optional Accessories CPS91 AC Battery Charger The CPS91 battery charger plugs directlyinto an AC outlet and charges the FB1260and BB99L camcorder batteries.Because the CPS91 operates on 100-240Volts, 50/60 Hz, it can be used virtuallyanywhere in the world. A plug adaptermight be required in some ...
Page 66 - Before using a tripod, make sure it is stable enough to hold the; Using the Optional AC088 Tripod
64 Optional Accessories Cautions: Before using a tripod, make sure it is stable enough to hold the camcorder without falling over. Do not transport the camcorder attached tothe tripod. When attaching your camcorder to a tripod, be careful not to force the tripodscrew into the camcorder’s tripod moun...
Page 67 - Accessory Order Form; Order Form for Camcorder Model CC6263; Description; Detach Here
65 Accessory Order Form Order Form for Camcorder Model CC6263 Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Super Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 49.95 Soft Camcorder Case AC201A $ 34.95 Shoulder Strap ACS091 $ 12.95 Y-Adapter AH25 $ 2.95 Rechargeable Battery (Extended) BB99L $ 77.60 AC Battery Charger CPS91 $ 5...
Page 68 - USE YOUR CREDIT CARD
66 Accessory Order Form ¤ r r s TM Charge your order on your VISA,MasterCard, or Discover Card 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 Expiration date: Expiration date: Copy Numb...
Page 69 - Video Accessories
67 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, MasterCard, or Discover card readyand cal...
Page 70 - Trouble Checks; Trouble
68 Trouble Checks 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 ServiceCenter, look below for the type o...
Page 74 - Video signal: EIA standard; Specifications
Specifications 72 General Power requirement: 6VDCPower consumption: 3.6 wattsWeight: 1.6 lbs. (720g) Dimensions – Including Viewfinder: 3-9/16" (W) x 4-11/16" (H) x 7-13/16" (D)90 (W) x 119 (H) x 198 (D) mm Video Recorder Section Format: VHS-CRecord/playback system: Four video record/pla...
Page 75 - Care and Maintenance; Clean the Camcorder’s Lens; Clean the Camcorder; Clean the Camcorder’s Viewfinder; Lens
73 Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Clean the Camcorder’s Lens Clean the Camcorder To clean the camcorder’s exterior, removeany power source connected to thecamcorder and gently wipe it with a cleansoft cloth. Caution: Use of strong cleaning products, such asthose containing alcohol orbenzi...
Page 76 - Proper Care and Storage
74 Care and Maintenance Proper Care and Storage • Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder’s cassette door. Dust andgrit are abrasive and cause excessivewear to both the camcorder’srecording/playback heads andcassettes. • Always close the lens cover when the camcorder is not in use. • Before h...
Page 77 - You can reach Thomson at the; Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange; Thomson assumes no responsibility; Customer Assistance and Service
75 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 help you with any proble...
Page 78 - Limited Warranty
76 Limited Warranty Limited Warranty 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.The warranty period for rental units beginswith the first rental or 45 days from date ofshipment to the rental...
Page 79 - Write the SR number on the outside of
77 Limited Warranty as a bill of sale, to the exchange locationand you will be provided the new orrefurbished unit. 4. If the repairs were covered by your warranty, you will not be billed. To receive a replacement unit after we havereceived your unit: 1. Write the SR number on the outside of the car...
Page 80 - Index; Symbols
78 Index Erase protection 22Exposure control 41 indicators 30 Exposure indicators 41Eyepiece focus control 5, 11, 27, 55 F Fade and wipe indicators 30, 42 Fade/wipe feature 43FADES button 57Fast forward indicator 29FF button 9, 56First time operation 3Five-second recording 33Five-second recording in...
Page 83 - Information to User; • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Information to User This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses...
