RCA CC4252, User Manual

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Page 2: ... blade of plug to wide slot fully insert ATTENTION Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond To reduce risk of injury charge only rechargeable batteries recom mended by the manufacturer for this camcorder Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury FCC Regulations state ...

Page 3: ...F 7 Replacing the Lens Cap 7 Operating Controls 8 Reviewing Camcorder Controls 9 Adaptor Charger 10 Using 10 Removing 10 Powering Your Camcorder 10 Battery Power 11 Charging the Battery 11 Batteries 12 Charging 12 Removing 12 Battery Level Indicator 13 Battery Care 14 Battery Storage 14 Battery Safety Precautions 14 Optional Car Cord Adaptor 15 Videocassettes 16 Erase Protection 16 Recording and P...

Page 4: ...mcorder 32 Recording WhileCopying 32 Playback 33 Viewfinder Playback 33 Playing BackaTape 33 Features 34 Tape Positioning 34 VisualSearching 34 Stop Action Pause 34 Tracking 35 Playback onaTVUsing A VInputs 36 Installation 36 Howto CopyTapes ontheVCR 37 Viewing WhattheCamcorder isSeeing 37 Playing BackonaTVWithout A V Inputs 38 Playback Operation 39 Viewing WhattheCamcorder isRecording 39 NormalTV...

Page 5: ...ing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder The items shown below are packed with your camcorder if any are missing or appear damaged contact your dealer immediately Model CC4252 WARNING LEAD ACID BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY Rechargeable 10 Volt Battery Stock No EP096FS AC Adapter Charger Stock No 241044 DC Cable Stock No 23328 Caution _0 not use this adapt...

Page 6: ...UT jack on the side of the adapter charger 7 IN 9 6V Jack 2 Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9 6V jack on the camcorder 3 Plug the adapter charger s plug into an operating outlet 4 Details are on page 10 3 Adjust the handstrap remove lens cap and attach it to the handstrap on Handstrap p 1 Open the handstrap insert your hand and adjust the handstrap to fit your hand 2 Remove the lens...

Page 7: ...e compartment door Details are on page 17 5 Turn on the camcorder Switch Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while sliding it to CAMERA The camcorder enters record pause The position of this switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record CAMERA turn the power off OFF or play back tapes VCR The camcorder will automatically turn off if it remains in record pause for f...

Page 8: ... eye piece might damage the eyepiece or camcorder Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision Adjust the brightness of the image in the viewfinder by turning the BRIGHT control 7 Start and stop recording Press and release the REC PAUSE button to start recording REC appears in the viewfinder when the camcorder is recording Press and release the REC PAUSE bu...

Page 9: ...nd hold the small button while you set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to VCR Press RE W RE VIE W to rewind the tape Press PLAYto play back the tape Press STOP EJECTwhen you are finished playing back the tape Details on view qnderplayback are on page 33 9 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder 10 Replace the lens cap Continued on next page ...

Page 10: ...ER Button CAMERA OFF VCR Switch RE W Rewind RE VIE W Button Also Button PLAY Button EFWD Fast Forward Button Also Button STOP EJECT Button Also EDIT ADV Button 1 Microphone BRIGHT Control underneath Lens Lens Hood Checks for details VIDEO AUDIO and RF DC OUT Jacks Located Behind Small Cover ...

Page 11: ...able Battery Here Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Eyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder Button DC IN 9 6V Jack Attach Adapter Charger s DC Cord Here Cassette Door Press here to close Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Handstrap with Lens Cap Holder W and T Power Zoom Buttons Also TRACKING Buttons ...

Page 12: ...his adapter charger for any 0thOr purpose other than charging the EP096FS or EP096FL battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder Attaching the Adapter Charger 1 Attach one end of the adapter charger s DC cable to the DC OUTPUT jack on the adapter charger 2 Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9 6V jack on the camcorder 3 Plug the adapter charger s plug into an operating outlet The P...

Page 13: ...dapter charger do not turn them upside down The battelT may fall offand be damaged or cause injury Charging the Battery if the DC cable is attached to the DC OUTPUT jack on the adapter charger remove it 1 Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter charger 2 Hold the battery flush against the adapter charger and slide it in the direction of the arrow 3 Plug adapter charger into nearest AC...

Page 14: ...g it down in the direction of the arrow 3 Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA Removing the Battery 1 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF 2 Press and hold the BATTERY EJECT button and remove the battery ATTENTION THE RECHARGABLE BATTERY CONTAINED IN THIS PRODUCT IS RECYCLABLE AT THE END OF ITS USEFUL LIFE UNDER VARIOUS STATE LAWS IT MAY BE ILLE...

Page 15: ...y Notes When recording using the recharge able battery the battery level indicator flashes to warn you of low battery power even if you do not have the battery level indicator displayed The battery level indicator will not be recorded on the tape when it appears in the viewfinder The battery level indicator has no meaning when you use the adapter charger or optional car cord to power the camcorder...

Page 16: ...ly power for the specified time Additional rechargings might help restore the battery s operation time Battery Safety Precautions Batteries being recharged that have not been used for an extended period may continue to charge after the normal time Do not charge a battery for more than 24 hours if the CHARGE indicator on the adapter charger starts flashing remove the battery and reattach it if afte...

Page 17: ...s Using the DCC096 Car Cord Adapte J jci arette _ Lighter _ _1 _ Optional _ I _ J _5_ 0JY Car Cord _ _ _ 11 _ r _ _ _aCc IN 9 6V 1 2 3 4 5 Set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to OFF to turn off the camcorder if the battery or DC cable is attached to the camcorder remove it insert the small plug on the car cord to the DC IN 9 6V jack located on the back of the camcorder Take the vehicle s cigarette light...

Page 18: ...use of a dry chemical nonabrasive head cleaning tape Be sure to follow the directions with the head cleaning kit carefully improper use of a head cleaner might damage your camcorder Erase Protection Safety Tab You can use your videocassettes over and over again To erase a previous recording record over it _ _ Safety Tab To prevent accidental erasure break off the tab To record on the tape again co...

Page 19: ...d Storage When you are finished with a cassette rewind it remove it from the cam corder and label it Store cassettes vertically in their protective cases at normal room temperatures Do not leave your camcorder or cassettes in a car or outdoors for an extended period Excessive heat or cold might damage your cassettes Keep the cassette away from strong magnetic fields such as electric motors and oth...

Page 20: ...ot appear press and hold DATE TIME and then press STOP EJECT 12 00AM 11 1 1 1999 I Repeatedly press the EFWD or REW RE VIEW until the correct month appears Press and hold the button to advance the digits faster 5 When the correct month is displayed press STOP EJECT The cursor moves 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 Afte...

Page 21: ...The date is automatically recorded for approximately ten seconds at the beginning of the recording TITLE The date and title you have created are displayed and recorded Date Display The date is displayed and recorded No Display No display is displayed or recorded Charge the Built in Clock Battery The camcorder has a built in rechargeable battery that must be charged approximately every two months 1...

Page 22: ...damage the viewfinder and or the camcorder When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap put the viewfinder back in its original position This helps prevent possible damage to the viewfinder from bumping against your body as you move Eyepiece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your vision if you wear eyeglasses you probably can operate the c...

Page 23: ...not force th e eyepiece to rotate completely aroun d This might damage the viewfinder and or the camcorder BRIGHT Control o BRIGHT Control The brightness of the viewfinder can be adjusted by rotating the BRIGHT control This does not affect the picture being recorded by the camcorder 21 ...

Page 24: ...rechargeable battery Details are on page 13 INDEX Indicator Press the DISPLAYbutton to display this indicator when the camcorder is placing an index mark on the tape Details are on page 26 Status Displays The following displays appear to tell you the status of the camcorder The REC indicator appears during recording The _ indicator appears when the camcorder is fast forwarding The 41 indicator app...

Page 25: ...ately five minutes recording time left on the tape TAPE END briefly appears when you reach the end of the cassette during recording Time and Date Display Press the DATE TIME button to display the time and date AUTO date auto TITLE date only or no date when the camcorder is in record pause These displays are recorded on the tape when they appear in the viewfinder Details are onpages 18 19 Tape Rema...

Page 26: ...ndicators from the viewfinder Press DISPLAYto remove the indicators Press DISPLAY again to display the indicators Quick Review Feature Press and release REW REVIEW when the camcorder is in record pause to review the last few seconds of a recording The CAMERA OFF VCR switch must be set to CAMERA The camcorder plays back the last few seconds of the recording returns the tape to its previous position...

Page 27: ...ly 2 1 2 feet to infinity it operates on the wide angle W side from 3 8 inch from the lens surface macro focus to infinity Note When the displays appear the AE indicator for the shutter speed selected by the camcorder 1 60 1 100 1 120 1 180 1 250 1 350 1 500 1 750 1 1000 1 1500 1 2000 or 1 4000 appears in the viewfinder The following conditions may prevent auto focus from operating properly Record...

Page 28: ...ost at its end TAPE END flashes in the viewfinder Electronic Indexing Each time you begin recording after the camcorder has been turned off for at least four hours the camcorder automatically records an index mark at the beginning of the new recording When you play back the indexed tape in a VCR that has a compatible indexing feature called VHS index Search System the invisible marks are located a...

Page 29: ...from wide angle to 72 times press zoom button Tor W To move the lens in the telephoto close up direction press T To move the lens in the wide angle direction press W When you press DISPLAY so the displays appear the zoom level indicator appears in the viewfinder during normal zooming When you zoom in more than 16 times ZOOM appears in the viewfinder ZOOM w Zoom Indicators in Viewfinder 27 ...

Page 30: ... the counter to O000M O000M 28 Tape Counter With Memory Stop Continue to record or play the tape When you want to return to the place 4 you marked press the REC PA USE button to stop recording or the STOP EJECT button to stop playback Press and hold the small button while you set the CAMERA OFF VCR switch to VCR 5 Press the REW REVIEWbutton The tape rewinds to the counter reading of O000M Notes Pr...

Page 31: ...ttractions Recordings are more interesting if they include people and details Local color will give travel videos lasting appeal Consider recording a familiar or landmark scene from an unfamiliar vantage point Travel Tips Write down your camcorder s serial number and keep it separate from the camcorder when traveling if your camcorder is lost or stolen you will be able to identify it Use extra car...

Page 32: ...tle at any time The built in character register contains over 45 different characters for creating your titles The title can contain up to 32 characters on two lines TITLER Button 000 Button Also RE W RE VIE W Button Button Also F FWD Button CAMERA OFF VCR Switch EDIT AD V Button Also STOP EJECT Button 3O ...

Page 33: ...ress EDIT ADV to move the flashing cursor where you want the next character to appear 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have completed the title 7 When you are finished press TITLER to store the title and remove the title graphics from the viewfinder Remember Remove the titler graphics from the viewfinder for normal recording To Correct an Error 1 Press TITLER to display the titler graphics in the ...

Page 34: ... recording press REC PA USE Remember Remove the titler graphics from the viewfinder for normal recording Note You can use the AUTO title feature to automatically record the title and date for ten seconds when you begin recording Press the DATE TIME button to display TITLE before starting to record Record a Title While Copying a Tape from the Camcorder to Another VCR 1 Attach a power source to the ...

Page 35: ... the cassette compartment door The camcorder only plays back tapes recorded in the SP speed 3 Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to VCIL 4 Adjust the viewfinder 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 might cause...

Page 36: ...back press and hold F F WD or RE W RE VIE W if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse Release the button to return to normal playback Stop Action Pause During playback press REC PA USE to stop the action and view one frame of the tape Press REC PA USE again to return to normal playback Caution pause is designed for moment _ imerruption s and should not beuse d for an extended p...

Page 37: ...CKING button to move the streaks up or down and out of the picture During stop action playback pressing one tracking button might reduce picture jitter picture bouncing up and down Some jitter is normal Remove the tape to reset the tracking to its preset center Note The tracking buttons only affect tape playback They have no effect during recording 35 ...

Page 38: ...O IN Back of Stereo VCR or TV Monitor Installation 1 Attach the white plug on one end of the audio video cable to the AUDIO IN jack on the TV or VCR Notes If your cable does not have white and yellow plugs attach the same color to the audio jacks If your TV or VCR has stereo AUDIO IiV jacks attach the plug to the one labeled MONO If one is not labeled MONO you need a Y adapter such as AH25 shown o...

Page 39: ...r will enter play pause when the counter reaches O000M Press STOP EJECT when you are finished Note The camcorder only plays back tapes recorded in the SP speed Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording 1 A g Camcorder connected directly to TV Turn on the TV and tune it to the video input channel Camcorder connected to VCR that is already connected to TV Turn on VCR and place it in the line...

Page 40: ... 1 Disconnect the VHF antenna from your TV Connect the antenna to the IN FROM ANT connector on the RF output adapter if you are going to leave the adapter connected to the TV Note If your VHF antenna is the flat twin lead type attached by two screws you need an optional 300 75 ohm transformer 2 Attach one end of the optional coaxial RF cable to the OUT TO TV connector on the adapter and attach the...

Page 41: ...ch on the RF output adapter to the same channel you selected on the TV Press and hold the small button on the CAMERA OFF VCR switch while you slide it to CAMERA Press the REC PA USE button to begin recording You can watch what the camcorder is seeing or recording on the TV screen Normal TV Viewing For normal TV viewing leave the RF output adapter hooked up to the TV Disconnect the adapter s plug f...

Page 42: ...is not twisted 2 Thread one end of the shoulder strap 4 through one of the shoulder strap rings as shown below 5 Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Repeat steps 1 3 to attach the other end of the strap Pull on the straps and make sure they are securely fastened before you use the shoulder strap to support your camcorder Cautions Rotate the viewfinder up to its original p...

Page 43: ... DCC096 DC Car Cord Adapter This case provides protection and utility for full size camcorders and most accessories it is constructed of rugged nylon fabric for years of reliable service 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 c...

Page 44: ...es the EP096FS and EP096FL camcorder batteries Because the CPS014 operates on 100 240 Volts 50 60 Hz you can use it virtually anywhere in the world A plug adapter might be required in some countries Using the Optional AC093 Tripod Mounting the camcorder on a tripod such as AC093 keeps the camcorder steady and produce excellent video results This tripod s fluid effect head provides smooth camera pa...

Page 45: ...tandard 75 ohm antenna cable such as VH82 or VH90 to the 300 ohm screw terminals on a TV VH83 Audio Video Cable This six foot audio video cable can be used to connect the camcorder to a TV monitor or VCR for tape playback or copying tapes These RF cables are used with the RF output adapter to connect your camcorder to a standard TV one without audio video input jacks for playback if your TV has 30...

Page 46: ...ch the lens cap over the lens hood 3 Turn the accessory lens clockwise into the camcorder s lens Make sure the lens is tightened firmly but do not over tighten 2 Turn the lens cap and hood counterclockwise with the palm of your hand to remove them All specifications and descriptions of accessories are subject to change without notice Caution Do not grasp the end of the lens hood 44 ...

Page 47: ...No AC093 AC202 AH25 CPS014 CRF95 DCC096 EP096FL EP096FS VH54 VH82 VH83 VH90 241305 241044 23328 Price 59 95 49 95 2 95 219 95 69 95 49 95 79 95 69 95 2 95 6 95 5 95 7 95 12 95 169 95 13 65 Qty Total Merchandise Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state county and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Shipping and Handling __ Total Amo...

Page 48: ...r name on MasterCard I I I I I Expiration date V V V V IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your Discover Card I I I I II I I I II I I I II I I I I Expiration date V V V V AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Prices are subject to change without notice Print or type your name and address clearly A complete and correct order will save you days of waiting Name Street City State Apt Zip Please make sure that ...

Page 49: ...he toll free number listed below between 8 AM and 10 PM EST Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM EST Saturday Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form 1 800 338 0376 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 in...

Page 50: ...r make sure it is plugged into a working outlet Make sure CAMERA OFF VCR switch is set to correct position for desired operation There might not be a cassette in the camcorder Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette The cassette tape might be broken try another cassette You may have reached the end of the cassette try rewinding it Moisture condensation might cause the tape to stick to the headwh...

Page 51: ...ER button to remove Press REC PA USE to return to normal playback Lens is smudged and image appears unfocused Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted Adjust for your vision Seepage 20 Rotate the small BRIGHT dial on the bottom of the viewfinder to control the brightness of the image in the viewfinder Tape was recorded on a different camcorder or VCR if the pictu...

Page 52: ...Lead acid batteries must be kept charged Charge your battery before and after every use and at least every six months Battery run times are measured when the camcorder is recording continuously To check your battery charge it completely aim the camcorder at a clock and record the clock When the camcorder stops recording play the last part of the tape and check the time on the clock A one hour batt...

Page 53: ... wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens improper cleaning may scratch the lens Lens Caution Do not touch the lens with your fingers The oil _om your skin can d_age the ens Clean the Camcorder s Viewfinder You can remove the viewfinder eyepiece for cleaning 1 Turn the eyepiece counterclockwise and pull it out 2 Gently use a cot...

Page 54: ...location Give the camcorder 2 to 3 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette When the camcorder is moved from cold to warm condensa tion might cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time The resulting heat build...

Page 55: ... can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user...

Page 56: ...ipment to avoid delays accounting errors or even loss of your unit 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 chara...

Page 57: ...unt number and expiration date to our phone representative This is for security purposes If we receive your unit excluding all accessories within 14 days from the date you were provided the RA number only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account IF YOUR UNIT IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 14 DAYS THE SUGGESTED RETAIL VALUE OF THE CAMCOR DER WILL BE CHARGED TO YOUR CREDIT CARD This amo...

Page 58: ...e Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center nearest you Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center of your choice Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center representative evidence of purchase date such as a bill of sale Pick up your camcorder when repairs are complete What your warranty does not cover Adjustment of customer controls Damage from misuse or neglect A unit that...

Page 59: ... 30 31 32 33 34 37 39 Car cord adapter 15 Care and maintenance clean the camcorder viewfinder 51 clean the lens 51 clean the viewfinder 51 proper care and storage 52 things to avoid 52 Care and storage camcorder 52 cassette 17 Cassette compartment 5 Cassette door 9 Cassette holder 17 Cassettes inserting removing 17 Cassettes video 16 Chart of characters in titler 31 Checks trouble 48 Clean the cam...

Page 60: ...ause 22 REC 6 22 record pause 6 rewind 22 status 22 tape counter 23 28 TAPE END 23 time remaining 23 26 zoom level 23 27 instant zooming 27 S8 Lens 8 Lenscap 4 Lenshood 8 removing 44 M Macro focus 25 Memory stop feature 28 Microphone 8 24 N NO TAPE indicator 23 O Operating controls 8 Optional accessories 41 Order form accessories 45 P PLAY button 7 25 33 37 39 Playback 7 on TV or VCR with A V inpu...

Page 61: ...nt ringsing 40 Solving problems 48 SP speed 16 33 Specifications 53 Speed recording and playback 16 Status indicators 22 STOP button 7 28 Stop action pause 34 STOP EJECT button 5 8 13 17 18 28 30 33 34 37 39 T Tape inserting 5 Tape copying 37 Tape counter 23 28 TAPE END indicator 23 TAPE indicator 23 Tape positioning 34 Tape warnings 23 Time and date display 18 23 recording 19 setting 18 Time rema...

Page 62: ...IO jacks 8 38 Videocassettes 16 Viewfinder 9 adjust for viewing 20 displays 22 eyepiece focus control 20 playback 33 Visual searching 34 W Warnings 23 Warranty 55 Z Zoom buttons 9 24 27 Zoom level indicators 23 27 60 ...

Page 63: ...the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna that is the antenna for radio or television that is receiving the interference Change the position of the camcorder with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving interference Move the camcorder away from equipment receiving interference Plug the adapter charger into a differen...

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