RCA CC6254 User manual
Camcorder
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
CC6254
To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the
manufacturer for this product. Other types of batteries may burst causing damage and
personal injury.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
may void the user’s authority to operate it.
i
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage"
inside the product that
presents a risk of
electric shock or
personal injury.
WARNING
To reduce the
risk of fire or
electric shock, do
not expose this
product or AC
charger to rain or
moisture.
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove cover (or
back). No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified
service personnel.
This symbol
indicates
important
instructions
accompanying the
product.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Product Registration
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 for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service
and attach it here. Record the serial number and model numbers located on the
bottom of the camcorder.
Model No. ______________________________________________________
Serial No. _______________________________________________________
Purchase Date. __________________________________________________
Purchased From. _________________________________________________
Important Information
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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup
Parts Checklist ......................................................................................... 6
Buttons and Controls ............................................................................. 7
Getting Started ....................................................................................... 9
Unpack the camcorder and accessories .......................................... 9
Adjust the hand strap .................................................................... 10
Attach the lens cap ........................................................................ 10
Attach the power supply ............................................................... 11
Turn on the camcorder................................................................... 12
Insert a cassette tape ..................................................................... 13
Use the viewfinder to see what’s recording ................................. 14
Start recording ............................................................................... 14
Play your recording ........................................................................ 15
Turn off the camcorder .................................................................. 15
Powering the Camcorder ..................................................................... 16
Charging the Battery ..................................................................... 16
Refreshing the Battery ................................................................... 17
Battery Level Icon ........................................................................... 18
Battery Care and Storage .............................................................. 19
Using the Power Supply ................................................................. 20
Using the Shoulder Strap ..................................................................... 21
Setting the Date and Time ................................................................... 22
Setting the Tape
Recording Speed ................................................................................... 23
Setting the Tape Length ....................................................................... 24
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Chapter 2: Using the Viewfinder
Seeing What You Are Recording ......................................................... 26
Using the Viewfinder ..................................................................... 26
On-screen Icons ..................................................................................... 27
Warning Icons ................................................................................. 27
Recording and Playback Icons ....................................................... 28
Other Icons ..................................................................................... 33
Chapter 3: Recording
Recording Details .................................................................................. 36
5-Second Recording ....................................................................... 37
Quick Review .................................................................................. 37
Retake ............................................................................................. 38
Digital and Optical Zooming ......................................................... 39
Using Steady Pix™.......................................................................... 41
Recording Tips ...................................................................................... 42
Chapter 4: Playback
Playback Options .................................................................................. 44
Basic Playback ................................................................................. 44
Still Playback Mode ........................................................................ 47
Shuttle Search ................................................................................. 48
Choose your Connection ...................................................................... 49
Using the Cassette Tape Adapter .................................................. 49
Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks ........ 52
Playback on a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks............ 53
Tape Dubbing ................................................................................. 54
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Chapter 5: Advanced Features
Using the Menus For Advanced Adjustment...................................... 56
Menu Definitions .................................................................................. 57
Camera Menu ................................................................................. 57
System Menu .................................................................................. 57
System Menu (continued) .............................................................. 58
Using the Advanced Features .............................................................. 60
Fade/Wipe Effects ........................................................................... 60
Program AE With Special Effects ................................................... 62
Digital Effects ................................................................................. 63
Exposure Control ............................................................................ 64
Focusing .......................................................................................... 65
White Balance Adjustment ............................................................ 67
Date/Time Insert ............................................................................. 69
Instant Titles ................................................................................... 70
Animation ....................................................................................... 71
Time-Lapse ...................................................................................... 72
Chapter 6: Other Information
Troubleshooting.................................................................................... 74
Final Notes ............................................................................................ 78
Power .............................................................................................. 78
Date/Time Settings ......................................................................... 78
Video Recording ............................................................................. 79
TBC (Time Base Corrector) ............................................................. 79
Tapes ............................................................................................... 80
Care and Cleaning ................................................................................ 81
After Using the Camcorder ............................................................ 81
Cleaning The Camcorder ............................................................... 81
Care and Maintenance ......................................................................... 81
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Tape Care and Storage ................................................................... 82
Things to Avoid .............................................................................. 83
Traveling Tips ........................................................................................ 83
Specifications ........................................................................................ 84
Customer Assistance and Service ........................................................ 85
Limited Warranty .................................................................................. 87
FCC and Industry Canada Information ................................................ 91
Optional Accessories ............................................................................ 92
Accessories Order Form .................................................................. 95
Index ...................................................................................................... 98
Chapter 1
Connections & Setup
Chapter Overview:
• Parts Checklist
• Buttons and Controls
• Getting Started
• Powering the Camcorder
• Using the Shoulder Strap
• Setting the Date and Time
• Setting the Tape Recording Speed
• Setting the Tape Length
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Connections & Setup
Shoulder strap
Part # ACS091
DIGITAL
(DSCIN/OUT)
DSC
STOPRRETAKEF
LIGHT
OFFAUTOON
COUNTERR/M
FADE/WIPE
P
.AE
DIGIFECT
CHARGE
VIDEO
REFRESH
EJECT
STEADYPIX/TBC
+
+
MENU
/TRACKING5SEC. REC
VOL
Camcorder
Parts Checklist
Make sure the box includes the items shown here:
Caution
Never use the power supply for any purpose other than charging the FB1260 battery
pack or for supplying power to the camcorder.
AC power supply
Part # 250814
Battery pack
Part # 244427 (FB1260)
Lens cap
Part # 251624
Cassette tape adapter
Part # 244270
AA battery for
cassette tape
adapter
Connections & Setup
Chapter 1 7
MENU/
TRACKING
5SEC. RECVOL
STEADY PIX/TBC
+
+
P
L
A
Y
O
F
F
A
M
STOP
RRETAKEF
COUNTER R/M
FADE/WIPE
P. AE
DIGIFECT
BATTERY
RELEASE
switch
Audio/Video
jacks
Viewfinder
MENU/
TRACKING
dial
5 SEC. REC
button Power Zoom
STEADY PIX™
button
Recording
Start/Stop
button
Power
switch
DIGITAL
(DSCIN/OUT)
DSC
STOPRRETAKEF
LIGHT
OFFAUTOON
COUNTERR/M
FADE/WIPE
P
.AE
DIGIFECT
CHARGE
VIDEO
REFRESH
EJECT
STEADYPIX/TBC
+
+
MENU
/TRACKING 5 SEC. REC
VOL
Hand strap
Eyepiece focus
control
Microphone
Buttons and Controls
8Chapter 1
Connections & Setup
STOP RRETAKE F
COUNTER R/M
FADE/WIPE
P. AE
DIGIFECT
CHARGE
VIDEO
REFRESH
EJECT
Camcorder bottom view
Area marked CLOSE
Shoulder
strap
eyelets
Tripod mounting sockets
CHARGE
STOP R RETAKE F
COUNTER R/M
FADE/WIPE
P
. AE
DIGIFECT
POWER
REFRESH
EJECT
EJECT
switch
REFRESH button
Playback
buttons POWER indicator
CHARGE
indicator
COUNTER R/M and
FADE/WIDE button
P.AE
button
DIGIFECT
button
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