Rca CC9360 User Manual

DigitalCamcorderUser’s GuideChanging Entertainment. Again.CC9360

8 Chapter 1Connections & SetupEXPOSURENIGHTMODEBACKLIGHTP. A EMENU/BRIGHTSNAPSHOTCHARGEW-+BAT. RELEASEBLANK SEARCHVOL.FOCUSEXPOSUREBACKLIGHTNIGHT

Other Information98 Chapter 7To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to or

Other InformationChapter 7 99Accessories Order FormDescription Part No. Price Qty. TotalSuper Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 49.95Soft Camcorder Case AC20

Other Information100 Chapter 7¤rrsTMCharge your order on your VISA,MasterCard,or Discover Card by filling in belowUSE YOUR CREDIT CARDIMPORTANT: Cop

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IndexChapter 6 103IndexAAccessories 96order form 99Advanced features 61Audio/video input jacks 50Auto focus 70Automatic recordingAutoShot 11BBas

Index104 Chapter 6JJournalistic shooting 34LLCD monitor 13, 24LCD monitor brightnessadjusting 47Lens capattaching 10Letterbox 75Light switch 11L

IndexChapter 6 105SS-Video input jack 51Seeing what you are recording 24Self-recording 35Shoulder strap 6, 20Shuttle search 48Snapshot mode 40Sp

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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 & SetupAttach the lens capTo protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder as shown in theillustration.A

Connections & SetupChapter 1 11Turn on the camcorderPress in the Lock button while setting the Powerswitch to the desired setting, either automati

12 Chapter 1Connections & SetupInsert a cassette tape1. Make sure the camcorder is connected to apower supply.2. Press in the Lock button while se

Connections & SetupChapter 1 13Use the LCD monitor or viewfinderto see what’s recordingUsing the LCD monitor1. Remove the lens cap.2. Open the mon

14 Chapter 1Connections & SetupStart recording1. Remove the lens cap.2. Press in the Lock button and set the Powerswitch to A (automatic record).

Connections & SetupChapter 1 15Turn off the camcorder1. Set the Power switch to OFF.2. Close the LCD monitor.Powering the CamcorderYou can power y

16 Chapter 1Connections & SetupNotes:• If a protective cap is on the battery,remove it before use or charging.• When charging a battery for the f

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 & SetupThis icon appears when the battery is fully charged.The icon changes to show that you’ve used some of the battery’s

Connections & SetupChapter 1 19Using the Power SupplyThe power supply attaches to the camcorder and lets you power it directly from standardhouseh

20 Chapter 1Connections & SetupUsing the Shoulder StrapThe camcorder’s shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camera from yourshoulder an

Connections & SetupChapter 1 21Setting the Date and TimeYou need to set the date and time before it can bedisplayed.Date and time information is r

22 Chapter 1Connections & SetupSetting the TapeRecording SpeedYou need to select the tape recording speed for thequality of recording you want.1.

23Chapter 2Using the MonitorsChapter Overview:• Seeing What You Are Recording• On-screen IconsChanging Entertainment. Again.

Using the Monitors24 Chapter 2180°90°Seeing What You Are RecordingTo see what is recording, use either the LCD monitor or the viewfinder monitor. When

Using the MonitorsChapter 2 25Using the ViewfinderThe camcorder’s viewfinder is a miniature monitorthat displays in black and white. For convenientvie

Using the Monitors26 Chapter 2Recording Menu Icons Playback Menu IconsWarning IconsIndicates the amount of power left in the rechargeable battery.An e

Using the MonitorsChapter 2 27TAPE ENDDIFFERENTFORMATTEDTAPESET DATE/TIME!LENS CAPE01-E06Condensation: CONDENSATION, OPERATION PAUSED PLEASE WAITappea

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

Using the Monitors28 Chapter 2Program AE with Special Effects IconsAppears when you select SHUTTER 1/60 to set the shutter speedto 1/60th of a second.

Using the MonitorsChapter 2 29Appears when you select SLOW 10X to record scenes indarker lighting.Appears when you select VIDEO ECHO to record scenes

Using the Monitors30 Chapter 2Appears when you use the zoom lever.Appears when you adjust the brightness of the monitor with theBRIGHT dial.During pla

Using the MonitorsChapter 2 31BKFade and Wipe IconsPress the FADE/WIPE button to display the icon for the fade or wipe you want to select.Appears when

Using the Monitors32 Chapter 2Focus IconsOtherIconsSteady PixIconTape SpeedIconSPTime CodeIconTC10:06:20Time-RemainingIcon120MINAppears when you selec

33Chapter 3RecordingChapter Overview:• Recording Details• Recording TipsChanging Entertainment. Again.

Recording34 Chapter 3Recording Details1. Remove the lens cap.2. Press in the Lock button while setting the Powerswitch to A or M (automatic record or

RecordingChapter 3 35TipThe further you rotate the zoomlever, the quicker the zoom action.Self-RecordingYou can even record yourself while viewing you

Recording36 Chapter 3Using Digital ZoomYou can use digital zoom to magnify images to amaximum of 400 times normal magnification.1. Press in the Lock b

RecordingChapter 3 37Using Steady Pix™Digital Image Stabilization is used to compensate forunstable images cause by camera shake, especially athigh ma

2Table of ContentsChapter 3: RecordingRecording Details... 34Journalist

Recording38 Chapter 3Using the Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is toodim, the camcorder uses a built-in video light.You can tur

RecordingChapter 3 39Cautions• Never operate the video light closer than 1 foot to people or otherobjects.• The video light becomes very hot. Do not t

Recording40 Chapter 3Selecting a Snapshot ModeYou can choose from 5 ways to display your digitalpictures, including pin-up, frame, full, multi-4, andm

RecordingChapter 3 41• Select FULL to take a snapshot with no frame.• Select MULTI-4 to take four snapshots in a quickprogression (giving the illusion

Recording42 Chapter 3Taking Snapshots1. Remove the lens cap.2. Press in the Lock button while setting the Powerswitch to A or M (manual record). (The

RecordingChapter 3 43Blank SearchHelps you find where you start recording in themiddle of a tape to avoid time code interruption.1. Press in the Lock

Recording44 Chapter 3Recording Tips• To improve picture quality and color reproduction, try to make sure indoor scenesare well-lit.• Don’t move the ca

45Chapter 4PlaybackChapter Overview:• Playback Options• Choose Your ConnectionChanging Entertainment. Again.

Playback46 Chapter 4Playback OptionsThe camcorder’s playback features include displayingstill images and high-speed shuttle search. In thissection, yo

PlaybackChapter 4 47• If a blank portion on the tape is playedback, the screen may become black. Thisis not a malfunction.• LCD monitor/viewfinder ind

3Table of ContentsUsing the Advanced Features ... 61Night Mode ...

Playback48 Chapter 4Still Playback ModeStill playback pauses the tape, freezing asingle frame.1. Press the Play/Pause button / during playbackto freez

PlaybackChapter 4 49Frame-By-Frame PlaybackAllows frame-by-frame searching.1. During playback, press / to pause the image.2. For forward playback, rot

Playback50 Chapter 4Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input JacksTo connect your camcorder to a TV (or VCR) with audio/video inputs, you ne

PlaybackChapter 4 51AVSERVICESAVR AUDIO INL AUDIO INNote: The audio cablesmust also be used whenusing an S-videoconnection. The S-videocable only tran

Playback52 Chapter 4Playback on a TV (or VCR) withAudio/Video Input Jacks1. Turn on the TV and tune it to the video inputchannel or turn on the VCR an

PlaybackChapter 4 53Dubbing to a VCR1. Following the illustration in this chapter, connect the camcorder and the VCR.2. Press in the Lock button while

Playback54 Chapter 4Dubbing to Another Digital Video CamcorderYou can also copy a recording to another camcorder with a DV jack using an optional DVca

55Chapter 5Advanced FeaturesChapter Overview:• Using the Menus for Advanced Adjustment• Menu Definitions• Using the Advanced FeaturesChanging 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

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Advanced Features58 Chapter 5Manual MenuThe following settings are available only in M (manual record mode).System MenuThe following settings are avai

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 59DEMO ON Factory Preset: Demonstrates certain functions automatically.MODE When DEMO MODE is set to ON and you have exited

Advanced Features60 Chapter 5Notes:• The System and Display functions which are set when the Power switch is set toM (manual record) are also applied

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 61Using the Advanced FeaturesNight ModeThis feature can make dark subjects or areas evenbrighter than they would be under g

Advanced Features62 Chapter 5Fade/Wipe EffectsThese effects let you make professional-lookingscene transitions. Fade-ins or wipe-ins work atrecording

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 63Wipes WIPE–CORNERWipes in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left corner, revealing thescene. Wipes out

Advanced Features64 Chapter 5 WIPE–SLIDEThe next scene gradually wipes in over the previous scene from the right to the left. WIPE–DOORThe previous sc

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 65Program AE With Special Effects1. Press in the Lock button while setting the Powerswitch to M (manual record). (The POWER

Advanced Features66 Chapter 5 SPORTSHigh shutter speed clearly captures fast-moving action. SNOWUseful when recording scenes in bright surroundings, s

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 67B/W MONOTONERecorded scenes are shot in black and white. Combine this with the Cinema mode for aclassic look (see page 58

5Chapter 1Connections & SetupChapter Overview:• Parts Checklist• Buttons and Controls• Getting Started• Powering the Camcorder• Using the Shoulder

Advanced Features68 Chapter 5Exposure ControlThis feature automatically adjusts the iris for the bestavailable picture quality, but you can override i

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 69• To brighten the subject quickly, press theBACKLIGHT button on top of the camerain automatic exposure mode (this is also

Advanced Features70 Chapter 53. Adjust zoom so the subject fills the screen, then press and hold the MENU dial formore than two seconds. (The exposure

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 71Manual FocusMake the necessary viewfinder adjustments to usethe viewfinder (see page 25).1. Press in the Lock button whil

Advanced Features72 Chapter 5White Balance AdjustmentWhite balance refers to the correctness of colorreproduction under various lighting. If the white

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 73Notes:• To return to automatic white balance, select AUTO in step 4. Or rotate the Powerswitch to A (automatic record).•

Advanced Features74 Chapter 5Notes:ON• The selected display can be recorded.• If you do not want to record the display,select the OFF mode before shoo

Advanced FeaturesChapter 5 75• Select OFF to record in normal mode suitable forstandard TVs.• Select CINEMA to insert black bands on the topand bottom

Advanced Features76 Chapter 5Wind CutTo help cut down on the noise created by wind whenshooting outside, use the Wind Cut feature.Note: When using win

77Chapter 6Downloading to a PCChapter Overview:• Connecting to a ComputerChanging Entertainment. Again.

6 Chapter 1Connections & SetupShoulder strapPart # ACS091CamcorderParts ChecklistMake sure the box includes the items shown here:Caution: Only use

Downloading to a PC78 Chapter 6Connecting to a ComputerTo transfer your still pictures and videos to your PC or Macintosh, you will need anoptional DV

79Chapter 7Other InformationChapter Overview:• Troubleshooting• Final Notes• Care and Cleaning• Traveling Tips• Specifications• Limited Warranty• FCC

Other Information80 Chapter 7TroubleshootingIf you’re having problems with your camcorder, try the solutions in this section. If theproblem still exis

Other InformationChapter 7 81Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear in the LCD monitor and theviewfinder.Sunlight is directly entering the lens. This is

Other Information82 Chapter 7Recording ProblemsRecording cannot be performed.Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recordi

Other InformationChapter 7 83Final 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 Information84 Chapter 7Video Recording• When the Power switch is set to A or M and the LCD monitor is opened at an angleof 25˚ or more, the LCD

Other InformationChapter 7 85Tapes• 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 Information86 Chapter 7Care and CleaningAfter Using the Camcorder1. Set the Power switch to OFF.2. Slide and hold the OPEN/EJECT switch in the d

Other InformationChapter 7 87Proper Care and Storage• Keep dirt from entering the camcorder’s cassette tape door. Dust and grit are abrasiveand cause

Connections & SetupChapter 1 7Buttons and ControlsBLANK SEARCHFOCUS++BAT. RELEASEViewfinderMENU/BRIGHTdialSNAPSHOTbuttonPower Zoom / VOL leverFOCU

Other Information88 Chapter 7Things to Avoid• Do not attempt to disassemble the camcorder. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.• Avoid operatin

Other InformationChapter 7 89SpecificationsCamcorderFormatDV NTSC standardPower sourceDC 11 V (Using AC powersupply)DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)Pow

Other Information90 Chapter 7Audio/Video JacksS-VideoY: 1 V(p-p), 75 Ω, analogC: 0.29 V)p-p), 75 Ω, analogVideo1 V (p-p), 75 Ω analog output (via Vide

Other InformationChapter 7 91Limited WarrantyRCA Digital Camcorder Limited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Defects in materials or workmanship.For

Other Information92 Chapter 7To receive a replacement Camcorder before you return yours:Option I1. Provide your Discover, MasterCard, or Visa account

Other InformationChapter 7 93To receive a replacement unit after we have received your unit:1. Write the SR number on the outside of the carton used t

Other Information94 Chapter 7Product Registration:• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with yourCamcorder. It will make it

Other InformationChapter 7 95FCC and Industry Canada InformationFCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may

Other Information96 Chapter 7Optional AccessoriesWe invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to thefun of usin

Other InformationChapter 7 97252885 A/V CableReplacement for the included A/V cable. Used toattach the camcorder to an external component likea TV or