Rca CC6254 User Manual

CamcorderUser’s GuideChanging Entertainment. Again.CC6254

8 Chapter 1Connections & SetupSTOPRRETAKEFCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. A EDIGIFECTCHARGEVIDEOREFRESHEJECTCamcorder bottom viewArea marked CLOSEShoulders

Index98 Chapter 6IndexAA (audio) and V (video) jacks 52Accessories 92carrying case 92order form 95tripod 93Advanced features 60Animation 71Anim

IndexChapter 6 99Fade/wipe effects 60FCC information 91Final notes 78Focus icons 33Focusing 65GGetting started 9HHandstrapadjusting 10IImportan

Index100 Chapter 6Recording and playback icons 28Recording tips 42Refreshing the battery 17Removing the power supply 20Retake 38SSeeing what you

IndexChapter 6 101VViewfinder 26WW and T (zoom lever) 39Warning icons 27Warranty 87White balance adjustment 67ZZoom level icon 32Zoom lever 32,

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Connections & SetupChapter 1 9Getting StartedThis section describes the basics on how to set up your camcorder to record for the firsttime. Refer

10 Chapter 1Connections & SetupMENU/TRACKING5 SEC. RECVOLSTEADY PIX/TBC++PLAYOFFAMSTOPRRETAKEFCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. AEDIGIFECTAdjust the hand str

Connections & SetupChapter 1 1121DC IN jackAC power supplyMENU/TRACKING5 SEC. RECVOLSTEADY PIX/TBC++PLAYOFFAMSTOPRRETAKEFCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. AE

12 Chapter 1Connections & SetupTurn on the camcorderSet the Power switch to the desired setting, eitherautomatic (A) or manual (M) record mode, po

Connections & SetupChapter 1 13Insert a cassette tape1. Make sure the camcorder is connected to apower supply.2. Adjust the viewfinder.3. With the

14 Chapter 1Connections & SetupUse the viewfinder to see what’srecording1. Remove the lens cap.3. Adjust the viewfinder to a comfortable position.

Connections & SetupChapter 1 15Play your recording1. Set the Power switch to . (The POWERindicator comes on.)2. Press the Rewind button to rever

16 Chapter 1Connections & SetupPowering the CamcorderYou can power your camcorder with a battery or ACpower.Charging the Battery1. Set the Power s

Connections & SetupChapter 1 17Approximate charging timeApproximate recording time (in minutes)Note: Recording time is reduced significantly when

To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by themanufacturer for this product. Other types of batteries may burst causi

18 Chapter 1Connections & Setup1. Follow steps 1-3 in “Charging the Battery” (seepage 16).2. Press and hold the REFRESH button for 2seconds. (The

Connections & SetupChapter 1 19Battery Care and Storage• After repeated charging and use, battery life gradually decreases. When operationtime is

20 Chapter 1Connections & SetupUsing the Power SupplyThe power supply attaches to the camcorder and lets you power it directly from standardhouseh

Connections & SetupChapter 1 21Using the Shoulder StrapThe camcorder’s shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camera from yourshoulder an

22 Chapter 1Connections & SetupSetting the Date and TimeYou need to set the date and time before they canbe displayed.Date and time information is

Connections & SetupChapter 1 23Setting the TapeRecording SpeedYou need to select the tape recording speed for thequality of recording you want.1.

24 Chapter 1Connections & SetupSetting the Tape LengthYou need to select the tape length so that the cameracan alert you how much time you have le

25Chapter 2Using the ViewfinderChapter Overview:• Seeing What You Are Recording• On-screen IconsChanging Entertainment. Again.

Using the Viewfinder26 Chapter 2MENU/TRACKING5 SEC. RECVOLSTEADY PIX/TBC++PLAYOFFAMSTOPRRETAKEFCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. AEDIGIFECTViewfinderEyepiece foc

Using the ViewfinderChapter 2 27Recording Menu Icons Playback Menu IconsWarning IconsIndicates the amount of power left in the rechargeable battery.An

1Table of ContentsTable of Contents(continued on the next page)Chapter 1: Connections & SetupParts Checklist ...

Using the Viewfinder28 Chapter 2TAPE ENDLENS CAPE01-E06Condensation: CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAITappears if moisture occurs inside the c

Using the ViewfinderChapter 2 29Special Effect IconsAppears when you select SEPIA to give your recordings a brown-tone like old photographs.Appears wh

Using the Viewfinder30 Chapter 2Preset Titles• The preset title selected in the TITLE menu appears here. It will be recorded on thetape when it appear

Using the ViewfinderChapter 2 31Appears when the camcorder is recording.Appears during record-standby.Appears when the camcorder plays a tape.Appears

Using the Viewfinder32 Chapter 2Appears when you use the zoom lever.Zoom Icon4XExposure Icon+03Fade and Wipe IconsPress the FADE/WIPE button to displa

Using the ViewfinderChapter 2 33Appear when you are adjusting focus manually using the FOCUS menu.The icons also flash when the auto-focus system cann

Using the Viewfinder34 Chapter 2Appears when the time base corrector is turned on (see page 46).Appears during playback. It is not recorded. An M appe

Chapter 3RecordingChapter Overview:• Recording Details• Recording Tips35Changing Entertainment. Again.

Recording36 Chapter 3Recording Details1. Remove the lens cap.2. Set the Power switch to A or M (automaticrecord or manual record mode). (The POWERindi

RecordingChapter 3 375-Second RecordingYou can record a scene for 5 seconds, providingquick scene transitions like those seen in TVprograms.1. Make su

2Table of ContentsChapter 2: Using the ViewfinderSeeing What You Are Recording ... 26Using the V

Recording38 Chapter 3RetakeYou can also rerecord certain segments.1. Make sure the camcorder is in the Record–Standby mode.2. Press and hold either RE

RecordingChapter 3 39MENU/TRACKING5 SEC. RECVOLSTEADY PIX/TBC++PLAYOFFAMSTOPRRETAKEFCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. AEDIGIFECTZoom leverTipThe further you rota

Recording40 Chapter 3Using Digital ZoomYou can use digital zoom to magnify images to amaximum of 400 times normal magnification.1. Set the Power switc

RecordingChapter 3 41Using Steady Pix™Digital Image Stabilization is used to compensate forunstable images cause by camera shake, especially athigh ma

Recording42 Chapter 3Recording Tips• To improve picture quality and color reproduction, try to make sure indoor scenesare well-lit.• Don’t move the ca

Chapter 4PlaybackChapter Overview:• Playback Options• Choose Your Connection43Changing Entertainment. Again.

Playback44 Chapter 4TipsThe playback picture can be viewedin the viewfinder or on a connectedTV (see page 52).Playback OptionsThe camcorder’s playback

PlaybackChapter 4 45Notes:• If stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied from a battery,the camcorder shuts off automatically to conser

Playback46 Chapter 4Adjusting the TrackingYou may need to eliminate noise bars that appearon-screen during playback. The default setting isAuto Tracki

PlaybackChapter 4 47Using Counter MemoryCounter Memory makes it easier to locate a specifictape segment.1. Press and hold the COUNTER R/M button formo

3Table of Contents(continued on the next page)Chapter 5: Advanced FeaturesUsing the Menus For Advanced Adjustment...

Playback48 Chapter 4Shuttle SearchShuttle search allows high-speed searching in eitherforward or reverse directions.1. Press or during playback.2.

PlaybackChapter 4 49Choose your ConnectionThis manual includes information for some basic types of connections. You may alsoneed to refer to your TV a

Playback50 Chapter 4Inserting the Tape into the Cassette TapeAdapter1. Before inserting the tape into the adapter,remove any slack in the tape by turn

PlaybackChapter 4 51Removing the Tape from the CassetteTape Adapter1. Slide the adapter’s EJECT switch to the right. Theload detector extends from the

Playback52 Chapter 4Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input JacksTo connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with audio/video inputs

PlaybackChapter 4 53Playback on a TV (or VCR) withAudio/Video Input Jacks1. Turn on the TV and tune it to the video inputchannel or turn on VCR and pl

Playback54 Chapter 4Tape Dubbing1. Following the illustration in this chapter,connect the camcorder and the VCR.2. Set the camcorder’s Power switch to

Chapter 5Advanced FeaturesChapter Overview:• Using the Menus for Advanced Adjustment• Menu Definitions• Using the Advanced Features55Changing Entertai

Advanced Features56 Chapter 5Using the Menus ForAdvanced AdjustmentThis camcorder is equipped with an on-screen menusystem that simplifies many of the

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 57Menu DefinitionsThe following charts will help you get acquainted with the various menus and some briefdefinitions of the

4Table of ContentsTape Care and Storage ... 82Things to Avoid ...

Advanced Features58 Chapter 5Factory Preset: Doesn’t display black bars.Allows you to record black bars at the top and bottom ofthe screen to produce

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 59Allows you to select the language (ENGLISH, FRENCH, orSPANISH) of Instant Titles (see page 70).Allows you to set the curr

Advanced Features60 Chapter 5CHARGESTOP R RETAKE FCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. AEDIGIFECTPOWERREFRESHEJECTPOWERindicatorPower switchMENU/TRACKING5 SEC. RECV

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 61Wipes SHUTTERWipes in as a black screen from the top and bottom,closing over the image like a shutter. Wipes out as anew

Advanced Features62 Chapter 5Program AE With Special Effects1. Set the Power switch to M (manual record). (The POWER indicator comes on.)2. Press P.AE

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 632S1/2000(1/2000 sec. High Speed Shutter)Captures faster action than Sports mode.Notes:• The screen becomes slightly dark

Advanced Features64 Chapter 5 NEGA POSI (Negative Positive)The colors of a picture are reversed. MOSAICTurns recorded scenes into a mosaic pattern

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 65Notes:• To return to the factory setting, selectAUTO in step 4.• To readjust exposure, repeat theprocedure from step 2.Fo

Advanced Features66 Chapter 5Manual FocusMake the necessary viewfinder adjustments to usethe viewfinder (see page 26).1. Set the Power switch to M (ma

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 67White Balance AdjustmentWhite balance refers to the correctness of color reproduction under various lighting. Ifthe white

Chapter 1Connections & SetupChapter Overview:• Parts Checklist• Buttons and Controls• Getting Started• Powering the Camcorder• Using the Shoulder

Advanced Features68 Chapter 5Manual White BalancePerform Manual White Balance when shooting undervarious types of lighting.1. Follow steps 1 through 4

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 69Date/Time InsertYou can display the date and time in the camcorderor on a connected TV, as well as to record themmanually

Advanced Features70 Chapter 5Instant TitlesThe camcorder has 8 preset titles in memory. Youcan superimpose one of them over the video image.Instant Ti

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 71AnimationYou can shoot a series of pictures, each slightlydifferent, of the same object for a brief period oftime.1. Set

Advanced Features72 Chapter 5Time-LapseYou can record sequentially at preset time spans.Leaving the camcorder aimed at a specific subject,you can reco

Chapter 6Other InformationChapter Overview:• Troubleshooting• Final Notes• Care and Cleaning• Traveling Tips• Specifications• Customer Assistance and

Other Information74 Chapter 6TroubleshootingIf you’re having problems with your camcorder, try the solutions in this section. If theproblem still exis

Other InformationChapter 6 75Bright spots appear all over the viewfinder.The viewfinder is made with high-precision technology. However, black spots o

Other Information76 Chapter 6Recording ProblemsRecording cannot be performed.Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recordi

Other InformationChapter 6 77The date and time displays disappear.If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on, all setting

6 Chapter 1Connections & SetupShoulder strapPart # ACS091DIGITAL(DSC IN/OUT)DSCSTOPRRETAKEFLIGHTOFF AUTO ONCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. AEDIGIFECTCHAR

Other Information78 Chapter 6Final NotesPower• Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and 35°C (50°F and 95°F).20°C to 25°C (68°F to 7

Other InformationChapter 6 79Video Recording• The cassette tape holder can’t be opened unless a power supply is attached.• There may be a delay after

Other Information80 Chapter 6Tapes• A power supply must be attached to load or eject a tape.• When loading a tape, it takes a few seconds for the cass

Other InformationChapter 6 81Care and CleaningAfter Using the Camcorder1. Set the Power switch to OFF.2. Slide the EJECT switch to open the cassette t

Other Information82 Chapter 6Proper Care and Storage• Keep dirt from entering the camcorder’s cassette tape door. Dust and grit are abrasiveand cause

Other InformationChapter 6 83Things to Avoid• Do not attempt to disassemble the camcorder. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.• Avoid operatin

Other Information84 Chapter 6SpecificationsCamcorderFormatVHS NTSC standardPower sourceDC 11 V (Using AC powersupply)DC 6 V (Using battery pack)Powe

Other InformationChapter 6 85Customer Assistance and ServiceYou can reach Thomson at the following number:800-283-6503(Toll free inside U.S.A.)Our tol

Other Information86 Chapter 6Important information to customers who ship defectiveequipment to Thomson multimedia Inc.The Thomson representative who a

Other InformationChapter 6 87Limited WarrantyLimited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Any defect in materials or workmanship.For how long after you

Connections & SetupChapter 1 7MENU/TRACKING5 SEC. RECVOLSTEADY PIX/TBC++PLAYOFFAMSTOPRRETAKEFCOUNTER R/MFADE/WIPEP. A EDIGIFECTBATTERYRELEASEswitc

Other Information88 Chapter 6To receive a replacement Camcorder before you return yours:Option I1. Provide your Discover, MasterCard, or Visa account

Other InformationChapter 6 89• A brief note describing your camcorder’s problem.• Your name, address and phone number.Return transportation, storage,

Other Information90 Chapter 6How State Law relates to warranty:• This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that

Other InformationChapter 6 91FCC and Industry Canada InformationFCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may

Other Information92 Chapter 6Optional AccessoriesWe invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to thefun of usin

Other InformationChapter 6 93VH83 A/V CableUsed to attach the camcorder to an externalcomponent like a TV or VCR.Cautions:• Before using a tripod, mak

Other Information94 Chapter 6If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephoneor direct-by-mail.United States

Other InformationChapter 6 95Accessories Order FormDescription Part No. Price Qty. TotalSuper Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 49.95Soft Camcorder Case AC20

Other Information96 Chapter 6¤rrsTMCharge your order on your VISA,MasterCard,or Discover Card by filling in belowUSE YOUR CREDIT CARDIMPORTANT: Copy

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