Rca CC417 User Manual Page 1

USER‘SGUIDECC417CAMCORDER

8TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVREVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCRPOWERREW PLAY F.FWDTITLE SELS

9BRIGHTFOCUSBATTERYDC IN9.5VFirst-Time OperationBRIGHT and FOCUS Controls9. Review the camcorder’s operating controls.Power Zoom Buttons(W and T) also

10POWERCHARGEBATTERYPowering the Camcorder1. Connect one end of the adapter/charger’s cable to the adapter/charger’s DC OUTPUT jack and theother end t

11Powering the Camcorder 1. Attach the battery to the adapter/charger as shown. Align the referencearrow on the battery with the arrow onthe adapter/

12Powering the Camcorder Attach Charged Battery1. Align reference arrow on battery witharrow on camcorder. Hold batteryflush against camcorder while

13Powering the Camcorder Battery Care• Your battery will provide better serviceand longer performance if you charge itbefore and after use, and store

14Powering the Camcorder The battery level indicator ( )always appears in the camcorder’sviewfinder to show how much batterypower is left in the recha

15Powering the Camcorder To power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV, youneed the optional car cord adapter DCC09

16Video CassettesTo prevent accidentalerasure, break the tab.To record again, coverthe hole with vinyl tape.CASSETTE RECORDING TIMET-60 60 Min.T-120 2

17BATTERYVideo Cassettes Inserting and Removing CassettesCaution: Insertcassette withsafety tab facingup and tapewindows facingout. Cassetteshould sl

iCAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plugto wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la

18Camcorder Traveling and Cassette TipsTraveling TipsWrite down your camcorder’s serialnumber and keep it separate from thecamcorder when traveling.

19Camcorder FeaturesQuick ReviewPress REVIEW when POWER is inCAMERA and the camcorder is in recordpause to review the last few seconds of arecording.T

20Camcorder FeaturesProgram AE (Auto Exposure)Program auto exposure automatically selects the shutter speed and adjusts the irisaccording to the shutt

21Camcorder Features Electronic IndexingEach time you begin recording (after the camcorder has been turned off for at leastfour hours), the camcorder

22ViewfinderThe camcorder’s viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen bythe camcorder when recording. The viewfinder also can

23Viewfinder Caution: Do notforce the eyepieceto rotate completelyaround. This willdamage theeyepiece and/or thecamcorder.BRIGHTFOCUSTilt AdjustmentF

24AE:60 0000MNO TAPE INDEXTW 10:30AMREC 11/18/95Displays in ViewfinderAE (Auto Exposure) Shutter Speed The shutter speed sel

25TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVDisplays in Viewfinder • TAPE END flashes when you haveapproximately three

26Date and Time Display12:00AM1/ 1/95TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVREVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA

27Date 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

1AssistanceTable of ContentsWe want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call:Camcorder Exchange Warranty... 800-2

28TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVREVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCRPOWERREW PLAY F.FWDTITLE SEL

29Tape Counter with Memory StopMemory Stop The tape counter’s memory stop helps you locate a certain point on the tape. Whenmemory stop is turned on

30TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVPower Zoom ButtonsT = TelephotoW = Wide AngleZooming To zoom in or out slo

31ProEdit FeaturesEdit SearchFlying Erase HeadProEdit®SystemThe camcorder incorporates a complete package of advanced editing featuresto make it easy

32TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVREVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCRPOWERREW PLAY F.FWDTITLE SEL

33A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R ST U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ? ’. / , – ; : < > ! (BLANK)ProEdit Features To Create a Title1. Attach

341. Attach a power source to thecamcorder, slide POWER toCAMERA.2. Locate the place on the tape whereyou want to record the title.Notes: If you reco

35Recording TipsBe aware of video and audio backgrounds.Background details barely noticed whileyou are taping may show up as visual“clutter” on your r

TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVREVIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCRPOWERREW PLAY F.FWDTITLE SELST

BRIGHTFOCUSBATTERYDC IN9.5VViewfinder Playback and Playback Features37Playback FeaturesCaution: Pause is designed formomentary interruptions and shou

Table of Contents2Recording Features• Quick Review...19• Tape Positioning ...19• Micropho

Playback on a TV or VCR with AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks38To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO IN and VIDEO INjacks, you will ne

Playback on a TV or VCR with AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks391. A. Camcorder connected directly toTV monitor: Turn on the TV andtune it to its video input

Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs40Disconnect the VHF antenna fromyour TV. If you are going to leavethe RF adapter connected to the TV,

Playback on a TV Without Audio and Video Inputs 41Playback Operation1. Set the channel selector switch on theRF output adapter to CH3 or CH4. 2. Turn

2.Thread one end of the shoulder strap through one of the shoulder strap rings asshown below in diagrams A and B.1.Unfasten one end of the shoulder st

43SpecificationsGeneralPower requirement: 9.6VDCPower consumption: 7 watts (normal)Weight: 4.4 lbs. (2 kg)Dimensions: 4-1/2"(W) x 8-1/8"(H)

Optional Accessories 44We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding tothe fun of using your camcorder. These p

45Optional Accessories DCC096 DC (Battery) Car CordCPS014 AC Adapter/ChargerEP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable BatteriesCaution: Do not use any other ca

46Optional Accessories AH011 Cable TransformerThese RF cables are used with the RF output adapter toconnect your camcorder to a standard TV (one witho

47Remove the lens hood as shown above.Optional Accessories Removing the Lens HoodAttaching Accessory LensThe lens hood can be removed so you can attac

3First-Time Operation• Save the box and packing materials in case you ever need to store or shipyour camcorder.• The items shown below are packed with

48Optional Accessories Caution: Before using a tripod, make sure it is stable enough to hold the camcorderwithout falling over. Do not transport the

49Accessory Order Form Detach Here✂Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Models CC417Description Part No. Price Qt

50Accessory Order Form ®rrsTMCharge your order on your VISAor MasterCard byfilling in belowUSE YOUR CREDIT CARDIMPORTANT: Copy complete account number

51Accessory Order Form To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by

52Care and MaintenanceDo not operate or leave yourcamcorder in extremely humidenvironments.Do not operate the camcorder forextended periods in tempera

53Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder.TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVCaution: Use of strong cleaning

54Trouble ChecksTroubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct withoutthe help of a service technician by first checking

55Trouble Checks Camcorder Remains in Play Pause Poor Picture QualityDuring RecordingViewfinder Displays AreOut of FocusPoor Auto-FocusOperationPoor P

56Trouble Checks Date and Time (or Date)were Recorded on theTapeDate and Time AppearIncorrectCamcorder Does NotTurn On and/orFunction Buttons WillNot

57Customer Assistance and ServiceYou can reach Thomson at the following number:800-283-6503(Toll free inside U.S.A.)Our toll-free Camcorder numberoper

4First-Time Operation2. Attach the adapter/charger.Since the battery must be chargedbefore it can be used the first time,attach the adapter/charger to

58What your warranty covers:• Any defect in materials orworkmanship.For how long after your purchase:• 90 days for labor charges.• One year for parts.

59Limited Warrantyshipment in case of damage or loss.Include with the shipment:• A copy of your dated bill of sale toverify your unit’s warrantyeligib

60Cleaning the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . .53Clock Battery, Charging . . . . . . . . . . .27Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index 61Picture Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37PLAY Button . . . . . . . . .7,8,31,36,39,41Playback on a TV With AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks .

©1995 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.Trademark(s)®RegisteredMarca(s) Registrada(s)Printed in JapanPart Number 95-CC417-1QR12657If your camcorder ne

5TRACKINGREC/PAUSEOFF OWERVCRREWPLAYF.FWDSTOP/EJECTTITLE SEL–+EDIT – ADVFirst-Time OperationPOWER (CAMERA/OFF/VCR)Switch and IndicatorLens CapHandst

BATTERYFirst-Time OperationLens Cap onHandstrapCassette Door Press Here to CloseTape WindowSafety TabREC (Record)/PAUSEButton65. Insert a cassette.• P

7First-Time Operation7. Start and stop recording.Start and stop recording by pressingand releasing REC/PAUSE. RECappears in the viewfinder. You do n