RCA CC417, User Manual

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Page 2: ...e product registration card and return it immediately Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here Record the serial and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder Model _______________________________________________________ Serial No __________________________________________...

Page 3: ...nd Attach to Handstrap 5 Turn on the Camcorder 5 Insert a Cassette 6 Position Viewfinder and Adjust Eyepiece Focus Control 6 Start and Stop Recording 7 Play Back What You Have Recorded 7 Review the Camcorder s Operating Controls 8 9 Powering the Camcorder Using the Adapter Charger 10 Using the Rechargeable Battery Charging 11 Attaching and Removing 12 Care and Storage 13 Safety Precautions 13 Batt...

Page 4: ... Cell 27 Tape Counter with Memory Stop 28 29 Zooming 30 ProEdit Features Flying Erase Head 31 Edit Search 31 Titler 32 34 Recording Tips 35 Playback Viewfinder Playback 36 Playback Features Stop Action Pause 36 37 Picture Search 36 37 Tracking 37 Playback on TV or VCR with AUDIO VIDEO IN Jacks 38 39 Playback on TV without Audio and Video Inputs 40 41 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 42 Specifications ...

Page 5: ... LEAD ACID BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY Camcorder Model CC417 POW ER CHA RGE Shoulder Strap Stock No 227327 This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options Assistance The toll free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter Camcorder Exchange Warranty 80...

Page 6: ...er Attach one end of the adapter charger s DC cable to the DC OUTPUT jack on the adapter charger POWER CHARGE BATTERY Adapter Charger DC OUTPUT Jack Adapter Charger s DC Cable DC IN 9 6V Jack on Back of Camcorder Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9 6V jack on the camcorder Plug the adapter charger s plug into an operating outlet Details are on page 10 ...

Page 7: ...Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap 4 Turn on the camcorder The position of the POWER CAMERA OFF VCR switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record CAMERA play back tapes VCR or turn off the power OFF continued on next page Press and hold the small button on POWER while sliding it in CAMERA The POWER indicator will light when the camcorder is turned on ...

Page 8: ...ssette down gently until it locks into place and close the cassette compartment door Details are on page 17 6 Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus control Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it horizontally Pull the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate the eyepiece into a comfortable viewing position Caution Pulling on the eyepiece may cause damage to the eyepiece or camcorder If the ...

Page 9: ...ou record over it 8 Play back what you have recorded Press REC PAUSE to stop recording Press and hold the small button on POWER while sliding it in VCR Press REW rewind to rewind the tape Press PLAY to play back the tape in the viewfinder Press STOP EJECT when you are finished playing back the tape Details on viewfinder playback are on page 36 continued on next page T R A C K IN G R E C P A U S E ...

Page 10: ...he camcorder s operating controls VIDEO AUDIO and RF DC OUT Jacks Located Behind Small Cover Lens Lens Hood Microphone Eyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder STOP EJECT Button Also EDIT ADV Button F FWD Fast Forward Button Also TITLE SEL Button PLAY Button Also TITLE SEL Button REVIEW Button DISPLAY Button RESET Button DATE TIME Button TITLER Button POWER CAMERA OFF VCR Switch and Indicator REW Rewind ...

Page 11: ...S Controls 9 Review the camcorder s operating controls Power Zoom Buttons W and T also TRACKING Buttons DC IN 9 6V Jack Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring BATTERY Eject Lever Cassette Door Hand Strap with Lens Cap Holder REC Record PAUSE Button ...

Page 12: ...mcorder To Remove the Adapter Charger 1 Remove the adapter charger s plug from the AC outlet 2 Remove the adapter charger s DC cable from the DC IN 9 6V jack on the camcorder Caution Do not attempt to use a power converter to use your AC adapter charger on a power source other than 120 volts 50 60 Hz or the adapter charger and camcorder may be damaged If you wish to operate the AC adapter charger ...

Page 13: ... battery up and off 5 Attach the charged battery to the camcorder as shown on the next page Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the Battery The battery must be charged before it can be used the first time Charging will take approximately two hours depending on the condition of the battery When fully charged the battery should supply approximately 60 minutes of operating time dependi...

Page 14: ... BATTERY Eject Switch Align Arrows Rechargeable Battery Hold Battery Flush and Slide Down Remove the Battery 1 Slide POWER to OFF POWER indicator will turn off 2 Press and hold BATTERY eject while sliding battery up and off the camcorder ATTENTION LEAD ACID BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY THE PRODUCT THAT YOU HAVE PURCHASED USES A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY AT THE END OF ITS USEFUL LIFE UNDER VARIO...

Page 15: ...period may not supply power for the specified time Additional rechargings may help restore the battery s operation time Allow battery to cool down before attaching it to adapter charger The CHARGE indicator will not light and the battery will not charge if you attach a hot battery Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery There are no user serviceable parts inside Use the battery only wi...

Page 16: ...ould have enough reserve power to eject the cassette when you press STOP EJECT If the camcorder does not eject the cassette when you press STOP EJECT do not force the cassette door open This will damage your camcorder Before attempting to eject the cassette power your camcorder with the adapter charger or recharge the battery Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator When the battery reaches the...

Page 17: ...ng the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter Caution The DCC096 car cord is designed to be used only with vehicles having 12 volt negative ground electrical systems Warning To avoid possible damage to your camcorder use only the DCC096 It has positive tip polarity and is capable of converting 12 volts to 9 6 volts BATTERY DC IN 9 5V Optional Car Cord Adapter DCC096 DC IN 9 6V Jack Cigarette Lighter So...

Page 18: ...es for popular VHS cassettes We recommend that our cassettes be used with your camcorder Use of poor quality tapes or tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback Because there is no control over the type of tape purchased or rented by consumers head cleaning is not covered under warranty It is consider...

Page 19: ...ing break off the safety tab on the cassette to prevent accidental erasure Do not leave your camcorder or cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period Excessive heat or cold may damage them When you are finished with a cassette rewind it and remove it from the camcorder Label and store cassettes vertically in their protective cases at normal room temperatures Excessive heat or cold may da...

Page 20: ...s cleaning supplies Cassette Tips Do not use a cassette if it has been damaged or exposed to moisture The tape may jam or damage your camcorder When you are finished recording break off the safety tab on the cassette to prevent accidental erasure Label your cassettes before storing them Carry your camcorder in a carrying case when traveling See page 44 for a specially designed case An ordinary sui...

Page 21: ...ss F FWD fast forward to fast forward the tape Press STOP EJECT to stop fast forwarding Press REW rewind to rewind the tape to the beginning Press STOP EJECT to stop rewinding T R A C K IN G R E C P A U S E OFF OWER VCR REW PLAY F FW D STOP EJECT TITLE SEL EDIT ADV POWER Switch in CAMERA REW Rewind STOP EJECT F FWD Fast Forward REVIEW Microphone Microphone The microphone picks up sound during a re...

Page 22: ...en recording using macro focus Auto Focus The camcorder will focus on the subject in the center of the viewfinder Auto focus operates on the telephoto T side from approximately 3 6 feet to infinity and on the wide angle W side 3 8 of an inch from the lens surface to infinity The following conditions may prevent auto focus from operating properly The AE indicator for the shutter speed selected 1 60...

Page 23: ...ording or playback time left on the tape in the camcorder Viewfinder Display INDEX Viewfinder Display INDEX will appear briefly in the viewfinder to let you know the camcorder is recording an index mark will appear for approximately ten seconds when you first start playing or recording a tape while the camcorder calculates the time remaining Note The camcorder does not record index marks every tim...

Page 24: ...e viewfinder and rotate it horizontally Viewfinder in carrying or storing position Viewfinder in operating position Eyepiece Focus Control 2 Pull the viewfinder out from the camcorder and adjust the eyepiece for convenient viewing The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your personal vision If you wear eyeglasses you probably can operate the camcorder without them S...

Page 25: ...For convenient viewing you can rotate the eyepiece about 225º degrees Eyepiece BRIGHT and FOCUS Controls BRIGHT and FOCUS Controls The small BRIGHT and FOCUS controls are set at the factory and should require no adjustment If they ever require adjustment use a plastic screwdriver Make the adjustments with caution to prevent damaging the miniature controls ...

Page 26: ...pause Tape Counter with Memory Stop M The tape counter helps you locate tape segments It is not recorded on the tape Press DISPLAY to turn memory stop on or off Details are on pages 28 29 Time Remaining This display shows the amount of recording or playback time remaining on the tape It is not recorded on the tape Details are on page 21 Battery Level This indicator shows the amount of time left fo...

Page 27: ...and date AUTO date date only or no date display when the camcorder is in record pause These displays are recorded when they appear Details are on pages 26 27 8 9 7 DISPLAY POWER DATE TIME Power Zoom Button INDEX INDEX appears briefly when the camcorder automatically indexes the tape It is not recorded on the tape Details are on page 21 TAPE NO TAPE and TAPE END TAPE flashes when you try to record ...

Page 28: ...OP EJECT 5 When the correct digit is displayed press STOP EJECT The cursor will move to the next part of the display 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the correct month day year hour minute s and AM PM 7 After setting AM or PM press DATE TIME to remove the flashing cursor and start the internal clock To Correct the Date or Time To correct the date or time press and hold DATE TIME and then press STOP E...

Page 29: ...harged approximately every two months Recording Date and Time or Date on Your Tape 11 18 95 AUTO 11 18 95 12 00AM 1 1 95 Date and Time Date Only No Display Auto Date Date Automatically Recorded for Ten Seconds at Beginning of Recording Repeatedly Press DATE TIME 1 Attach a power supply adapter charger or charged battery to the camcorder 2 Make sure POWER is in OFF 3 Leave the power supply attached...

Page 30: ...VIEW DISPLAY RESET DATE TITLER CAMERA OFF VCR POWER REW PLAY F FWD TITLE SEL STOP EJECT EDIT ADV TIME Tape Counter with Memory Stop The tape counter is automatically displayed in the viewfinder and acts as a handy reference to help you locate tape segments DISPLAY F FWD REW RESET REC PAUSE POWER ...

Page 31: ...to 0000M 4 Make sure POWER is in VCR Then press REW rewind The tape will rewind until it reaches the tape counter reading of 0000M Notes Press DISPLAY to turn memory stop feature on or off Whenever memory stop is turned on the camcorder will stop rewinding or fast forwarding when the counter reaches 0000M To continue rewinding or fast forwarding the tape press REW rewind or F FWD fast forward agai...

Page 32: ...ming To zoom in or out slowly press the zoom button lightly To zoom in or out quickly press the zoom button firmly Press T to move the lens in the telephoto close up direction Press W to move the lens in the wide angle direction The zoom level indicator will appear briefly in the viewfinder T W Using Power Zoom Buttons Zoom Level Indicator ...

Page 33: ...nce the term flying The flying erase head allows you to make clean edits without glitches or rainbow noise The edit search feature allows you to edit as you make your recording by using F FWD REW and PLAY to precisely position the tape while the camcorder is in record pause Press and hold REW rewind to visually search the recorded tape in reverse Press and hold F FWD fast forward to visually searc...

Page 34: ...Features TITLE SEL Also PLAY TITLER POWER in CAMERA TITLE SEL Also REW TITLE SEL Also F FWD EDIT ADV Also STOP EJECT Titler The camcorder s built in titler can store two different titles in memory Either title can be displayed and recorded at any time The built in character register contains over 45 different characters for creating your titles Each title can contain up to 32 characters on two lin...

Page 35: ...g the TITLE SEL or TITLE SEL See the Chart of Characters in Titler s Register below for the characters available 5 After you have selected the first character press EDIT ADV to move the flashing cursor where you want your next character to appear 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed the title 7 Press TITLE SEL if you wish to create another title on the other title page 8 When you are fi...

Page 36: ...the camcorder follow the steps below Recording Titles While Copying a Tape from Camcorder to Another VCR This method of adding titles lets you keep the original tape as it is and add titles to the copy you are making on another VCR Connect your camcorder to a VCR as shown on pages 38 39 1 Attach a power source to the camcorder 2 Place the tape you want to copy in the camcorder and place POWER in V...

Page 37: ...t behind your subject may cause the subject to appear too dark Include close up shots of individuals when taping family outings or group functions For a different perspective try kneeling down or laying on the floor when recording children or pets Make a recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place in case of fire or theft Practice recording under a variety of lighting conditions T...

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Page 45: ...riel brouilleur Appareils Numériques NMB 003 édictée par le ministre des Communications This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency...

Page 46: ...n fabric for years of reliable service and good looks Three outside pockets provide ample accessory storage with mesh covered lens filter compartment and built in holders for memo pads pens and other accessories The hand grip and adjustable shoulder strap allow for convenient comfortable transportation of the camcorder The VCC1000 is two accessories in one The color control center allows you to ad...

Page 47: ...nywhere in the world to power your camcorder and recharge the EP096FS battery supplied with your camcorder It also charges the EP096FL 2 hour battery A simple plug adapter may be required in some countries These rechargeable lead acid batteries are specifically designed for long life The EP096FS can power your camcorder up to one hour and the EP096FL up to two hours depending on how much you use z...

Page 48: ...ur antenna cable is the flat twin lead type attached by two screws you will also need a 300 75 ohm transformer such as 193983 If your TV has 300 ohm VHS screw terminals you will need an optional 75 300 ohm transformer such as AH011 Coaxial RF Cables 193983 Cable Transformer This 300 to 75 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard 300 ohm antenna twin lead to a standard round 75 ohm connector T...

Page 49: ...nd turn it counterclockwise Do not grasp the end of the lens hood TR AC KI NG RE C PA US E OFF OWE R VCR REW PLAY F FW D STOP EJEC T TITLE SEL EDIT ADV TR AC KI NG RE C PA US E OFF OWE R VCR REW PLAY F FW D STOP EJEC T TITLE SEL EDIT ADV T R A C K IN G R E C P A U S E continued on next page All specifications and descriptions of accessories are subject to change without notice Turn the accessory l...

Page 50: ...easy to attach or remove the camcorder The grooved tubular 3 section leg design folds down to 24 when not in use and weighs only 4 1 4 lbs Rubber feet allow for sure footing and the built in retractable leg spikes eliminate the need for removing the feet AC040 Heavy Duty Tripod This high end tripod is equipped with many professional features that enable you to produce professional results The spri...

Page 51: ... 95 Video Color Control Center VCC1000 349 00 300 75 Cable Transformer 193983 6 95 DC Cable 209342 12 95 Shoulder Strap 227327 13 95 AC Adapter Charger Supplied 221355 169 95 or 221356 Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise 10 Minimum Order __________ Sales Tax __________ We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state county and localit...

Page 52: ...r from your MasterCard My card expires My card expires Copy Number above your name on MasterCard AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Prices are subject to change without notice Name Street Apt City State Zip Print or type your name and address clearly This will be your mailing label Please make sure that both sides of this form have been filled out completely Detach Here A complete and correct order will save yo...

Page 53: ...er and an option to cancel To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S currency made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc to the following address Video Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks PA 17573 For more information on these accessories or current prices write to the following address Video Accessories Customer S...

Page 54: ...mcorder s cassette door Dust and grit are abrasive and cause excessive wear to both the camcorder s recording and playback heads and cassettes Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your camcorder They may damage the camcorder Before handling your camcorder make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion as it may damage the finish Do not tou...

Page 55: ...lens blow it with a blower brush and then gently wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens Improper cleaning may scratch the lens 1 Depress tab to open small cover 2 Gently use a cotton swab and clean the mirror inside viewfinder 3 Gently close cover until tab snaps in place Caution Do not force the cover to open completely This ...

Page 56: ...a working AC outlet Make sure there is a cassette in the camcorder Try ejecting and re inserting the cassette The cassette tape is broken try another cassette You have reached the end of the cassette try rewinding it Moisture condensation may cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before re inserting a...

Page 57: ...iece focus control Details are on page 22 Lens may be smudged and image appears unfocused Viewfinder eyepiece focus control may be adjusted incorrectly Details are on page 22 Tape was recorded on a different camcorder or VCR If the picture contains black and white streaks press one of the TRACKING buttons to correct Camcorder only has one speed SP If the tape was recorded on a different VCR at a d...

Page 58: ...o remove them from the viewfinder when recording Make sure the date and time have been set Details on page 26 The camcorder s internal clock battery may need recharging Details on page 27 Remove the power source After one minute press the reset switch gently using a non metallic pointed item such as a toothpick until you feel a click This resets the camcorder to the factory settings and erases the...

Page 59: ...your unit Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Important information to customers who ship defective equipment to Thomson Consumer Electronics The Thomson representative who authorized the return of your equipment will give you an RA number over the phone They will also provide you with instructions on where and how to return your camcorder Write the number in large clear characte...

Page 60: ...cessories and your bill of sale which validates date of purchase to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit 4 If the repairs were covered by your warranty you will not be billed If you are not located near an exchange point 1 Provide your Discover MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to our phone representative This is for security purposes If we...

Page 61: ... new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you next day delivery To have your Camcorder repaired by an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter Check with your dealer or call 1 800 336 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter nearest you Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter of your choice Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter representative your sales receipt or...

Page 62: ... 45 Order Form Accessories 49 51 PAUSE REC Button 7 9 29 34 37 39 41 Accessories Included 3 Accessories Optional 44 51 Accessory Lens Attaching 47 Accessory Order Form 49 51 Adapter Charger Using 4 10 Adjustments and Checks 54 56 AE Displays 20 24 AI Artificial Intelligence 19 Assistance 57 Attaching Adapter Charger 4 10 Attaching the Rechargeable Battery 12 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 42 AUDIO V...

Page 63: ...e and Time 26 Shoulder Strap Attachment Rings 9 42 Shoulder Strap Attaching 42 Solving Problems 54 56 SP Standard Play Speed 16 Specifications 43 Status Displays 24 Stop Action Pause 36 37 STOP EJECT Button 6 7 8 17 19 26 29 36 37 39 41 Tab Safety 16 Table of Contents 1 2 TAPE END Indicator 24 25 TAPE Indicator 24 25 Tape Copying 38 39 Tape Counter 24 28 29 Tape Positioning 19 Things to Avoid 52 T...

Page 64: ...om the yellow pages Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product Need Assistance We want to help U S Consumers Camcorder Exchange Warranty 800 283 6503 Customer Service 800 336 1900 Accessories 800 338 0376 Canadian Consumers English 800 522 0338 French 800 522 0445 10330 N Meridian Street I...