RCA CC543 User manual

USER’S

GUIDE

Important Information ...............

Table

Contents......................

Optional Accessories..................

Fir%Time Operation ...............

Powering

Your

Camcorder.......

,I6

;’

Camcorder

fhtures..

...............24

ecording Features..................26

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etording

Tips

......................... 47

ayback.................................

3’ are and Maintenance.............60

pecificutiom

..........................

.61

limited

Warranty.....................62

index ......................................66

Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this

card allows us to contact you if needed.

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of

purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you ever

need them. The numbers are located on the back of your camcorder.

Model No: CC543

Serial No:

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Your video camcorder’s AC adapter/charger will operate on 120 volts

AC, 50160 Hz, and has a polarized plug. Because one blade of the plug

is wider than the other, the plug fits in the wall socket only one way.

Do not defeat the safety feature of this plug. If you need an extension

cord, use a polarized extension cord.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF

PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR

EVITER

LES CHOCS

ELECTRIQUES,

INTRODUIRE

LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE

CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE

INSIDE. IF YOU SPILL LIQUID ON THE CAMCORDER OR

ADAPTER/CHARGER, DISCONNECT THE AC ADAPTER/CHARGER’S POWER

CORD TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND CONSULT

AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL. MOISTURE CAN DAMAGE

INTERNAL PARTS. REFER ALL SERVICE TO AUTHORIZED RCA

CAMCORDER SERVICENTER PERSONNEL ONLY.

SAFETY

kREcAUTIONS

(continued)

ELECTRICAL SAFETY. POWERLINE-OPERATED

CONNECTED TO THIS UNIT SHOULD BEAR

AND USED IN CANADA, THE

ARK OR THE C-UL MARK ON THE ACCESSORIES

uninsulated “da

be of sufficient

An exclamation point

within a triangle is

intended to alert the user

to the presence of

important operating and maintenance

(service) instructions in the literature

accompanying the product.

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Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger

Before using the AC adapter/charger,

read all instructions and cautionary

markings on (1) AC adapter/charger,

(2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

Caution: To reduce risk of injury,

charge only rechargeable batteries type

EP096FS,

EP096FL,

CB096FS

CB096FL.

Other types of batteries may

burst causing personal injury and

damage.

Do not expose the adapter/charger to

moisture of any kind.

Use of an attachment not recommended

or sold by the battery charger

manufacturer may result in a risk of fire,

electric shock, or injury to persons.

To reduce risk of damage to electric plug

and cord, pull out the cord with the plug

rather than the cord when disconnecting

the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.

Make sure the cord is located so that it

will not be stepped on, tripped over, or

otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

Use of an improper extension cord could

result in a risk of fire and electric shock.

If an extension cord must be used, make

sure that:

1. Pins on the plug of the extension cord

are the same number, size, and shape

as those of the plug on the

adapter/charger.

2. Extension cord is properly wired and

in good electrical condition, and

3. Wire size below is met:

Minimum

Length of Extension

AWG Size Cord (Feet)

18 Equal to or less

than 100

16 Equal to or less

than 150

not operate adapter/charger with a

damaged cord or plug. Replace it

immediately.

Do not operate adapter/charger if it has

received a sharp blow, been dropped, or

otherwise damaged in any way. Take it

to a qualified serviceman.

Do not disassemble adapter/charger.

Take it to an Authorized RCA

Camcorder

Set&enter

when service or

repair is required. Incorrect reassembly

may result in a risk of electric shock.

To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug

adapter/charger from outlet before

attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Be sure to save these operating

instructions for future reference.

CAUTION: FCC REGULATIONS STATE THAT ANY UNAUTHORIZED

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT MAY VOID THE

USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE IT.

CAUTION: THE UNAUTHORIZED RECORDING OF TELEVISION

PROGRAMS AND OTHER MATERIALS MAY INFRINGE THE RIGHTS OF

OTHERS.

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IMPdI$T+NT SAFEGUARDS

not use this polarized plug with an

extension cord, receptacle, or other

outlet unless the blades can be fully

inserted without blade exposure. If

you need an extension cord, use one

with a polarized plug.

1. Read and

Fqllo

All the

safetd

and

operating ins+uc<

2. Retain Inst

-The safety and

should be

rence.

nply with all

ct and in the

oduct is

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.g having one

.her). This plug

outlet only one

eature. If you

plug ful@,into

;

the plug. If

contact your

our obsolete

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shock, do

5. Power Sources-This product should

be operated only from the type of

power source indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of

the type of power supply to your

home, consult your dealer or local

power company. For products

intended to operate from battery

power, or other sources, refer to the

operating instructions.

6. Overloading-Do not overload wall

outlets, extension cords, or integral

convenience receptacles as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Overloaded AC outlets, extension

cords, frayed power cords, damaged

or cracked wire

.‘.“ulu.A”LL)

Sal‘.. .

broken plugs are

dangerous. They

may result in a

shock or fire

hazard.

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III

Periodically examine the cord, and if

its appearance indicates damage or

deteriorated insulation, have it

replaced by your service technician.

7. Power-Cord

Protection-Power-

supply cords should be routed so that

they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or

against them, paying particular

attention to cords at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the product.

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SAFEGUARDS

(continued)

8. Ventilation--Slots

and openings in

the products are provided for

ventilation to ensure reliable

operation of the product and to

protect them from overheating.

These openings must not be blocked

or covered. The openings should

never be blocked by placing the

product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other

similar surface. This product should

not be placed in a built-in

installation such as a bookcase or

rack unless proper ventilation is

provided or the product

manufacturer’s instructions have

been followed.

10. Water and Moisture-Do

not use

this product near water-for

example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet

basement, or near a swimming pool

and the like.

11. Accessories-Do not place this

product on an unstable cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table. The

product may fall, causing serious

injury to a child or adult as

well

serious damage to the product. Use

this product only with a cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table

recommended by the manufacturer

or sold with the product. Any

mounting of the product should

follow the manufacturer’s

instructions and use a mounting

accessory recommended by the

manufacturer.

9. Attachments-Do not use

attachments unless recommended by

the product manufacturer as they

may cause hazards.

Cautiori: Maintain

electrical

safety.‘%owerlitie

operated

eqtiipment &

atiswies

connected

to this

Gnit

should bear the UL

li&ingkna&or

certification

mark

ihe acxxqory itself and

t3lmdd;~be~~saasto

defeat the

iatf&$ktiatirress.*

This will

help

&id

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do&&“contact

~wlified

service

personnel.

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A product and cart combination

should be moved with care. Quick

stops, excessive force, and uneven

surfaces may cause the product and

cart combination to overturn.

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SAFEGUARDS

(continued)

12. Outdoor Ante

an outside ante

.Y,,.

13. Power Lines-An outside antenna

system should not be located in the

vicinity of overhead power lines,

other electric light or power circuits,

or where it can fall into such power

lines or circuits. When installing an

outside antenna system, extreme

care should be taken to keep from

touching or approaching such power

lines or circuits as contact with them

might be fatal. Installing an outdoor

antenna can be hazardous and should

be left to a professional antenna

installer.

Use

14. Cleaning-Unplug this product

from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for

cleaning.

15. Object and Liquid Entry-Never

push objects of any kind into this

product through openings as they

may touch dangerous voltage points

or “short-out” parts that could result

in a fire or electric shock. Never

spill liquid of any kind on the

product.

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SAFEGUARDS

(continued)

16. Lightning-For added protection

for this product during a lightning

storm, or when it is left unattended

and unused for long periods of time,

unplug it from the wall outlet and

disconnect the antenna or cable

system. This will prevent damage to

the product due to lightning and

power line surges.

Service

17. Servicing-Do not attempt to

service this product yourself as

opening or removing covers may

expose you to dangerous voltage or

other hazards. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

18. Conditions Requiring

Service-

Unplug this product from the wall

outlet and refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under the

following conditions.

A. When the power-supply cord or

plug is damaged.

B. If liquid has been spilled, or

objects have fallen into the

product.

C. If the product has been exposed to

rain or water.

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19.

20.

21.

22.

D. If the product does not operate

normally by following the

operating instructions, adjust only

those controls that are covered by

the operating instructions.

Improper adjustment of other

controls may result in damage and

will often require extensive work

by a qualified technician to

restore the product to its normal

operation.

E. If the product has been dropped in

any way.

F. When the product exhibits a

distinct change in

performance-

this indicates a need for service.

Replacement Parts-When

replacement parts are required, have

the service technician verify that the

replacements he uses have the same

safety characteristics as the original

parts. Use of replacements specified

by the product manufacturer can

prevent fire, electric shock, or other

hazards.

Safety Check-Upon completion of

any service or repairs to this product,

ask the service technician to perform

safety checks recommended by the

manufacturer to determine that the

product is in safe operating

condition.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting-The

product should be mounted to a wall

or ceiling only as recommended by

the manufacturer.

Heat-The product should be

situated away from heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers,

stoves, or other products (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

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I-11

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Turn on the

C’

mcorder

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Insert a Casse e

..a.....+..................... 12

l Position View

mdkr

and

Adjust Eyep ece!~Focus Control . . ...12

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

l Review the C

Video Cassette

............i................

22-23

Camcorder Fe

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Exposure) . . . . . . . . . . . 24

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

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Focusing Your Camcorder.......... .32-33

l Zooming

Power Zoom

Buttons..

...................

.34

Instant Zoom

.............................

34-35

l Digital Zoom.............................

34-35

l6x9Mode

.....................................

Fading In and Out of Scenes............

.37

l Time Counter with Memory Stop..

..3 8

ProEdrt

Features

[email protected]

l Flying Erase Head .......................... 39

Edit

....................................

.39

Audio Dubbing..

.......................

.40-41

Audio/Video Dubbing..............

.42-43

Titler.. ....................................... .44-46

l Recording Tips ..................................

Recording on Camcorder............

.48-49

Playback

Viewfinder Playback.. ......................

.50

Playback

Features

.......................

.50-5

Stop-Action Pause

.......................... . 1

l Picture Search................................. 51

l Tracking ......................................... 51

l Playback on TV (or VCR) with

AUDIOIVIDEO IN Jacks...........

.52-53

. Playback on TV without

Audio and

Video

Inputs..

...........

.54-55

Color Enhancement Light

............

56-57

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

..........

.58

Traveling and Cassette

Tips..

...........

.59

Care and Maintenance

.....................

.60

Specifications

......................................

User Information

................................

Limited Warranty

..............................

Trouble Checks

.............................

63-65

Index

(Alphabetical).

...................

.66-67

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