Page 2 - Important safety instructions; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important safety instructions 1 PLEASE READ AND SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, as with any electronic product, precautions should be observed during handling and use.• Read these instruction...
Page 4 - FCC Information
3 3 FCC Information Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates...
Page 5 - Contents
4 Contents Important safety instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................. 1Important battery information ..........................................................................................................
Page 7 - End user license agreement; AUDIOVOX CORPORATION EULA
6 6 End user license agreement End user license agreement IMPORTANT: THIS WINDOW CONTAINS TWO SEPARATE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENTS (“EULA”): 1) THE AUDIOVOX CORPORATION EULA AND 2) THE ARCSOFT CORPORATION EULA. BY INSTALLING THE FOLLOWING PROGRAM OR CLICKING ON THE ACEPTANCE BUTTON OF THE PROGRAM, C...
Page 13 - Getting started; Content of the box
12 12 Getting started Dear RCA customer, Thank you for purchasing the RCA Small Wonder Camcorder. This product will let you record videos with high definition quality. You can also manage your recordings on your computer with the RCA Memory Manager included with this product. To start using your cam...
Page 14 - Turning on the camcorder
13 13 3. Inserting (or removing) SD memory card An SD memory card is recommended for recording (memory card supplied). If you use a microSD card, insert the card in the micro-SD card adapter before inserting it into the camcorder's card slot. Lift up the cover Push the card in until a click is heard...
Page 16 - General controls
15 15 General controls Lens Recording indicator On/off switch AV output Play/pause Setup menu Record Audio speaker LCD screen USB and HDMI video output (Lift up the cover to access the connector) +/– Adjust volume during playback; zoom during record and preview / – Skip to previous or next recording...
Page 17 - Operation modes; Photo preview
16 Switch on Operation modes There are three basic modes for operating the camcorder: Video preview mode, Photo preview mode and Playback mode. It will always launch in video preview mode after being switched on. Refer to the diagram below for switching between modes and read relevant sections in th...
Page 18 - Recording quality; Recording videos; Quality settings
17 Recording quality 1. In Video preview mode, press MODE to show the camcorder menu. 2. Press - or + to highlight Quality within the Video Menu 3. Press RECORD to select Quality which will then expose the choices of HD, HQ and WebQ. 4. Press - or + to highlight the desired Quality from HD, HQ or We...
Page 20 - To take photos; Taking photos
19 To take photos 1. In Photo preview mode, press RECORD to take photos. • The photo resolution is 3 megapixels which is interpolated from a 1 megapixel sensor. 2. After taking a photo, please allow a few seconds for image processing before the next photo can be taken. Taking photos
Page 21 - Playing back recordings; Playback mode
20 Playing back recordings 1. Press to enter Playback mode and start playback of the most recent recording (video/photo). Playback indicator Current file number/Total number of files Elapsed playback time 2. Press + or – during playback to adjust volume (video only). 3. Hold down or to fast rewind o...
Page 23 - Deleting; To delete one recording; To delete all recordings
22 Deleting To delete one recording 1. Press or in Playback mode to select file. 2. Press DELETE . 3. Press + or - to select One . 4. Press the red RECORD button to confirm delete. To delete all recordings 1. Press DELETE in Playback mode and press + or - to select All . 2. Press the red RECORD butt...
Page 24 - Menu settings; Using the camcorder menu; Menu options and settings; Menu options Available settings
23 Menu settings Using the camcorder menu 1. Press MODE to show the camcorder menu on the screen. 2. Press + or – to highlight a menu option. 3. Press to enter the highlighted menu option. 4. Press + or – to change the setting. 5. Press to exit the current menu option. 6. Press MODE to save settings...
Page 25 - Connecting to external devices; Viewing videos on TV
24 Connecting to external devices Viewing videos on TV 1. Plug in the AV cable (provided) – Insert the single connector end into the camcorder (AV jack) and connect the double connector ends to the corresponding video (yellow) and audio (white) input jacks on the TV. 2. Turn on the TV and the camcor...
Page 26 - Recording videos to VHS tape or DVD
25 Recording videos to VHS tape or DVD 1. Plug in the AV cable (provided) – Insert the single connector end into the camcorder and connect the double connector ends to corresponding video (yellow) and audio (white) inputs of the recording device ( VHS or DVD recorder). 2. Turn on the camcorder and t...
Page 27 - Managing videos on your computer
26 Computer system requirements Windows® XP (SP2 or higher) or Windows Vista™ or Windows® 7 • Intel® Core™ 2 Duo CPU E6300 (or above) or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 3800+ (or above) processor recommended • 1GB RAM (2GB recommended for editing HD videos)• 300 MB available hard disk space• 256 MB Graphics Card ...
Page 28 - About RCA Memory Manager; Viewing videos on PC
27 About RCA Memory Manager The included RCA Memory Manager application lets you: • Browse and play videos• Delete videos • Save videos to your computer• Edit videos by simply drag-and-drop Viewing videos on PC To ensure that videos can be managed and played on your PC: • Make sure to install the in...
Page 29 - Additional information; Tips and troubleshooting
28 Additional information Tips and troubleshooting Cannot turn on the camcorder. • Make sure the battery is not empty. Refer to the user manual to properly charge the camcorder before use. SD memory card cannot be detected by camcorder. • Make sure the SD memory card is inserted properly. Remove and...
Page 30 - Visiting RCA website
29 Visiting RCA website Please visit www.rcaaudiovideo.com for:• Latest software and firmware• RCA Memory Manager Software• User manual • Frequently asked questions (FAQ)• Customer service and technical support information
Page 31 - Technical specifications
30 Technical specifications Battery: • Built-in 3.7V Lithium battery Size and frame rate of video recordings: • HD mode: 1280 x 720 pixels @ 30 fps (H.264 video compression, MOV file format)• HQ mode: 720 x 480 pixels @ 30 fps (H.264 video compression, MOV file format)• WebQ mode: 320 x 240 pixels @...
Page 32 - Warranty information; Month
31 Warranty information 12 Month Limited Warranty Applies to RCA Camcorders AUDIOVOX ACCESSORIES CORP. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions, be proven defective in material or workmanship...
