RCA CC4271 User Manual CAMCORDER Manuals And Guides L0201168

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camcorder
user's guide
CC4271

Important Safety Information
Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product.

rainof or
I camcorder
WARNING:or AC adapter/charger
To reduce the to
risk
firemoisture.
or shock hazard, do not expose

This symbol
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

"dangerous

the product

that presents

shock

or personal

injury.

voltage"
a risk of electric

This symbol indicates important instructions
accompanying the product.

NE PAS OUVRIR

TO REDUCE

THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK,

(OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS ARE

TO QUALIFIED

indicates

inside

SERVICE

DO NOT REMOVE
INSIDE.

THE COVER

REFER

SERVICING

PERSONNEL.

Cautions
CAUTION:

To prevent
wide slot, fully insert.

ATTENTION:

electric

shock, match wide blade of plug to

Pour 6viter les chocs 61ectriques,
la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante
pousser jusqu au fond.

introduire la lame
de la prise et

To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries recommended by the manufacturer for this camcorder. Other types of
batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury.
FCC Regulations
state that unauthorized
changes or modifications
this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

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:

CC4271

We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any
questions, call:
Cnmeorder

Exchange

Customer
Accessories

Safety

........... 800-283-6503

(pages 60-6I)

Service ...................................

800-336-1900

(page 59)

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

800-338-0376

(pages 45-51)

Information

First Time

Warranty

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

Operation

Attach the Shoulder Strap .............. 11
Built-In Color Enhancement

•

Assistance

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

•

Unpack the Camcorder and
Accessories
.................................

•

Attach the Adapter/Charger

•

Adjust the Handstrap,

3
3

............ 4

Remove

Lens Cap, and Attach
It to the Handstrap

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

Light ....................................

12-13

Power Your Camcorder
• Use the Adapter/Charger to
Power Your Camcorder ............ 14
• Use the Battery to Power
Your Camcorder .................. 15-18

•

Insert a Tape ....................................

• Charge the Battery .................... 15

•

Turn on the Camcorder

• Attach the Battery ..................... 16

•

Adjust the Viewfinder
Eyepiece

•

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

• Battery Level Indicator ............. 17

and

Focus Control

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

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

•

Start and Stop Recording

•

Play Back What you Have
Recorded ....................................

•

Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR

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

Replace

the Lens Cap ......................

•

Review

Camcorder's
................

• Battery Safety Precautions ....... 18

• Use the Optional DCC096
Car Cord Adapter ..................... 19

Videocassettes

•

Controls

• Erase Protection ............................ 20

Switch to OFF ............................

Operating

• Battery Storage ......................... 18

Set LIGHTAUTO/OFF/ON
Switch to AUTO

• Battery Care ..............................

9-10

• Record and Playback
Speed and Times ...................... 20
• Insert and Remove Cassettes ........ 21
• Cassette Care and Storage ............. 21
(continued on next page)
1

DateandTimeDisplay
• Set the Time and Date ...................
•

Record

•

Charge the Built-in

• Playback on TV (or VCR) with
22

Audio/Video Inputs ............. 40-41

or Date ......... 23

• Playback on TV Without
Audio/Video Inputs ............. 42-43

Time and Date, AUTO

Date, Auto TITLE,

Battery

Clock

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

•

Use the Viewfinder

•

Viewfinder

•

DISPLAYButton

•

Microphone

•

Auto Shoff M Feature

•

Camera

•

Quick Review

•

Auto Focus ....................................

•

Macro

•

Tape-Remaining

•

Electronic

•

Zooming

•

Fade In and Out of Scenes

•

Steady Pix TM Feature

•

Tape Counter

•

Titler .........................................

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

24-25

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

26-27

• Optional Accessories ................ 45-47
• Remove Lens Hood to

Attach Accessory Lens ............. 48

• Accessory Order Form ............. 49-51

Trouble Checks ........................... 52-54

Information

Displays

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

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

Edit ..................................
Feature

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

Focus ..................................
Display

Indexing

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

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

30
30

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

............ 32

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

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

Viewfinder
Features

to User ......................... 55

Care and Maintenance
• Clean the Camcorder ..................... 56
• Clean the Camcorder's Lens ......... 56
• Clean the Camcorder's
Viewfinder .................................

• Proper Care and Storage ............... 57
• Things to Avoid ............................. 57

33
34

35-37

Specifications ....................................

Customer Assistance ........................ 59
Limited Warranty ....................... 60-61

Playback
Playback and Playback
...............................
38-39

• Play Back a Tape in the
Viewfinder ...........................
•

Optional Accessories ................... 45-51

Recording

•

Travel and Recording
Tips ...........................................

Playback

38-39

Features

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

• Tape Positioning

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

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

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

• Stop-Action

Pause

• Visual Searching
• Tracking

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

Index ............................................

62-65

This section describes 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 ............... 800-283-6503

Customer Service ...................................

800-336-1900

Accessories .............................................

800-338-0376

Unpack the camcorder

and accessories.

• Save the packing 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 CC4271

Rechargeable
I 0-Volt Battery
Stock No. EP096FS

Shoulder Strap
Stock No. 241305 or
Stock No. 227327

AC Adapter/Charger:
Stock No. 241044
DC Cable:
Stock No. 241308

(continued on next page)
3

Attach

the adapter/charger.
To AC 120V,
50/60 Hz

Adapter/
Charger
DC Cable

Since the battery must be charged
before it can be used the first time,
attach the adapter/charger
camcorder.

to the

1. Attach one end of the adapter/
charger's DC cable to the DC
OUTPUT jack on the side of the
adapter/charger.

Adjust the handstrap,
it to the handstrap.

DC 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
into an operating outlet.
4. Details

plug

are on page 14.

remove lens cap, and attach

Handstrap

1. Open the handstrap, insert your
hand, and adjust the handstrap to
fit your hand.

2. Remove the lens cap and attach it
to the handstrap as shown.

Insert a tape.

Safety Tab
STOP/EJECT
Button

Tape Windows

Cassette

_Cassette Door
Press Here to Close
1. Press STOP/EJECTto
cassette compartment.

open the

2. Insert the cassette with the safety
tab facing up and the tape windows
facing out.

3. Press the cassette down gently
until it locks into place, and close
the cassette compartment door.
4. Details are on page 21.

Turn on the camcorder.
Switch

Note: If you want the date and
time displayed on your
recordings,
you must set it.
See Date and 7_me Display on
pages

• Press and hold the small button on
the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch
while you slide it to CAMERA.
The camcorder enters recordpause.
• The position of this switch tells
the camcorder whether you want
to record (CAMERA), turn the

22-23.

power off (OFF),
tapes (VCR).

or play back

• The camcorder automatically
turns off if it remains in recordpause for five minutes.
Place
the switch to OFF and then back
to CAMERA.

(continued on next page)
5

Eyepiece Focus
Control
Electronic
Viewfinder
here to

(Grasp

BRIGHT

6. Adjust

the viewfinder

• Grasp the viewfinder
horizontally.
• Pull the viewfinder

and eyepiece

and rotate it
out from the

camcorder and rotate the eyepiece
into a comfortable
viewing
position.

focus

control.

• Turn the eyepiece focus control to
adjust the focus of the viewfinder
for your vision.
• Adjust the brighmess of the image
in the viewfinder by turning the
BRIGHT control.

RE C/PA USE

LIGHT

7. Set the LIGHTAUTO/OFF/
ON switch

to AUTO.

• Set the LIGHTAUTO/OFF/ON
switch to AUTO if you want the
color enhancement
light to turn on
automatically
when you aim the
camcorder at a dark object and
turn offwhen you aim it at a
bright object.
are onpages

Switch

Start and stop recording.
• Press and release the REC/PAUSE

• The color enhancement
light helps
you create brighter and sharper
images.

• Details

AUTO/OFF/ON

button to start recording.
REC
appears in the viewfinder when
the camcorder is recording.
• Press and release the REC/PAUSE
button again to stop recording.
The camcorder is now in the
record-pause
mode ( II appears
the viewfinder when the
camcorder

is in record-pause).

12-13.

(continued on next page)
7

CAMERA/
OFF/VCR

REW/
RE VIE W

PLAY
Button

STOP/
EJECT
Button

RE C/PA USE

Lens Cap_

9. Play back what you have
recorded.
1. Press the REC/PAUSE

button to

pause recording.
2. Press and hold the small button
on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while you slide it to VCR.
3. Press REW/REVIEWto

rewind

the tape.
4. Press PLAYto

play back the tape.

5. Press STOP/EJECTwhen
you are
finished playing back the tape.
Details on viewfinder
on pages 38-39.

playback

are

10. Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch to OFF to turn off the
camcorder.
11. Replace

the lens cap.

12. Review

camcorder's

DISPLAY

operating

controls.

Button

RESET

RE W (R ewind)/RE
(Also - Button)

Button

VIE W Button

PLA Y Button
DATE/TIME

Button
EFWD
Button

TITLER

Button

(Fast Forward)

(Also + Button)
STOP/EJECT
Button
(Also EDIT-ADV
Button)

CAMERA/
OFF/VCR
Switch

[
Button
Light
Microphone

Lens Hood_
Reset Switch

Lens -LIGHT
Lens Cap

ON Switch

FADE
Button

VIDEO, RF DC, and AUDIO
OUT Jacks (Located Behind
Small Cover)

(continued on next page)

12. Review camcorder's

operating

controls.

(continued)

BRIGHT
Control
(on Bottom of

Viewfinder
Eyepiece
Focus
Control

Shoulder Strap
Attachment Ring
BATTERY
EJECT
Button
Attach
Rechargeable

DC IN 9.6V
Jack

Handstrap
with Lens
Cap Holder

Attach Adapter/
Charger's
DC
Cord Here

Shoulder Strap
Attachment Ring

Cassette Door
(Press here to
close.)

Power Zoom Buttons
(Wand T)
Also TRACKING
Buttons

Attach

the Shoulder

Strap

The camcorder's shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder
from your shoulder and - when you are ready to shoot - bring the
camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement.
To Attach

the Shoulder

Strap

1. Unfasten one end of the shoulder
strap from the buckle. Make sure you
leave the buckle on the strap.
Buckle

2. Thread one end of the shoulder strap
through one of the shoulder strap rings
as shown below.

Thread the end of the strap back
through the buckle making sure it is
threaded over the outer strap. Make
sure the strap is not twisted.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 to attach the other
end of the strap.
5. Pull on the straps and make sure they
are securely fastened before using the
shoulder strap to support your
camcorder.

Shoulder Strap
Attachment Ring

Built-In

Color Enhancement

Light

The built-in color enhancement light automatically adds light when
needed. To operate the video light, press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you set it to CAMERA.
CAMERA/OFF/VCR

Switch

Video
Light

LIGHT AUTO/OFF/ON

Switch

To Use the Light
Set the LIGHT AUTO/OFF/ON
•

switch.

To turn the light on, set the switch
to ON.
_ _the_ object;

If you want the light to come on
automatically
when the camcorder
senses there is insufficient light, set
the switch to AUTO.
Notes: For the light to operate in AUTO,
you must have a tape in the camcorder.

vi eoii ht

ro ev i

If the lighting condition is unstable, the
light may turn on and off. Set the light to
ON or OFF.
•

To turn the light off, set the switch to
OFF. To save battery power, turn the
light off when you are not recording.

Notes: When the light is turned on, the
camcorder may turn off if the battery's power
is low even though the battery level indicator
is not flashing.
Avoid bumping or shaking the light when in
use. The light's bulb is sensitive when hot and
might burn out.
12

_ op_at_

th_

_di

Replace

Light Bulb

Light Case

Reflection
Plate

Lower

Hook

Remove and Replace the Light Bulb
1. Press and hold the lower hook of the
light cover while removing the light
cover from the light case.
2. Replace the light bulb.
Note: See the installation instructions
packed with the replacement bulb for
detailed instructions.

reflection plate and attach the lower
hook to the light case on the camcorder.
4.

Press gently on the front of the light
cover until it locks into place.
Note: Make sure the front cover of the
light is properly attached.

3. To replace the light cover, pass the
bulb through the hole of the

Use the Adapter/Charger

to Power Your Camcorder

The adapter/charger
attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder
directly from standard household power. The adapter/charger
operates on 120 volts,
50/60 Hz, and can be used to power the camcorder or recharge the battery.

To AC 120V.
50/60

DC IN 9.6V
Jack

POWER
Indicator

Adapter/
Charger
DC Cable

Attach Adapter/Charger
1.

Attach one end of the adapter/
charger's DC cable to the DC
OUTPUT jack on the adapter/charger.

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. The POWER
indicator on the adapter/charger
lights
when it is properly connected.

Notes: The adapter/charger cannot charge the
battery and operate the camcorder at the same
time. If you connect both, the adapter/charger
will power the camcorder. Remove the
14

adapter/charger's cable from the DC OUTPUT
jack to charge the battery.
When using the adapter/charger to power the
camcorder, the battery level indicator might
display _.
This indicator is used for
battery operation and has no meaning when
using the adapter/charger to power the
camcorder.

Remove

Adapter/Charger

1. Unplug the adapter/charger from the
wall outlet.
2. Remove the DC cable from the
adapter/charger

and camcorder.

Use the Battery

to Power

Your

Camcorder

Charge the Battery
You must charge the battery before you can use it the first time. Initial charging will
take approximately
two hours. The camcorder's
operating time depends on how often
you turn the power on and off and how much you use zoom and pause. Conserve
battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks.

To AC 120V,
50/60 Hz

Rechargeable Battery
(Hold battery flush and
slide down.)

Align

Charger
CHARGE
Indicator

Charge

the Battery

If the DC cable is attached
DC OUTPUT
remove it.

to the

jack on the adapter/charger,

Align reference mark on battery with
mark on adapter/charger.

Hold the battery flush against the
adapter/charger
and slide it in the
direction of the arrow.

3. Plug adapter/charger into nearest AC
outlet (120V, 50/60Hz).

If the battery is properly connected,
the adapter/charger's
CHARGE
indicator lights.
Note: Your battery will provide better
service if you charge it before and after use
and store it at room temperature.

Remove the charged battery by sliding
it up and off the adapter/charger.

Attach the charged battery to the
camcorder as shown on the next page.

Use the Battery

to Power

Your

Camcorder

(continued)

CAMERA/
OFF/VCR
Switch

BATTERY
EJECT
Button
Rechargeable
Battery

Hold Battery
Flush and
Slide Down

Attach the Charged

Battery

If the DC cable is attached to the
camcorder, remove it before attaching
the battery.

1. Align the reference arrow on the
battery to the arrow on the back of
the camcorder.

Remove

Hold the battery flush against the
camcorder while sliding it down in
the direction of the arrow.

ATTENTION:
PROPERLY.

Press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
slide it to CAMERA.

switch

while you

1. Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
OFF.

switch to

the Battery

2. Press and hold the BATTERY EJECT
button while you remove the battery.

LEAD ACID BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED
THE PRODUCT
THAT YOU HAVE PURCHASED

USES A RECHARGEABLE

BATTERY.

AT THE END OF ITS

USEFUL
LIFE, UNDER VARIOUS
STATE AND LOCAL LAWS, IT
MAY BE ILLEGAL TO DISPOSE OF THIS BATTERY INTO THE
MUNICIPAL
WASTE STREAM.
CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL
SOLID WASTE OFFICIALS
FOR DETAILS IN YOUR
RECYCLING
OPTIONS OR PROPER DISPOSAL.

AREA

FOR

Use the Battery
Battery

Level

to Power

Your

Camcorder

(continued)

Indicator

The battery level indicator appears
power in the rechargeable
battery.

in the viewfinder

and shows you the amount

Battery Level Indicator Display
in Viewfinder
Note: If the battery level display does not
appear, press DISPLA Y
• When _
appears,
fully charged.

the battery

• As the power
appear.

is used

and

• When the battery power is almost
gone,
_
flashes in the viewfinder.
Recharge the battery or use the adapter/
charger before continuing to use the
camcorder. Set the CAMERA/OFF/
VCR switch to OFF to turn off the
camcorder

before replacing

Notes: When recording using the rechargeable 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.

the battery.

Use the Battery

to Power

Your

Camcorder

Battery Care
• Your battery will provide better service
and longer performance if you charge
if before and after use, and store it at
normal room temperature.
• The battery should be charged at a
temperature of 32°F-95°F (0°C-35°C)
to prevent damage.
• Do not operate the battery at temperatures below 14°F (-10°C) or above 95°F
(35°C). The battery might be damaged
Battery

at normal

room

Lead acid batteries discharge if not
used. Recharge the battery at least
once ever six months or you may not
be able to recharge it.

After repeated chargings and use the
operation time will decrease. When
the operation time becomes too short to
be useful, it is time to replace the
battery.

A battery stored for a long period
might not supply power for the
specified time. Additional rechargings
might help restore the battery's
operation time.

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 after
several attempts, the indicator continues to flash, your battery cannot take a
charge and must be replaced.
• Throwing the battery into a fire or
exposing the battery to excessive heat over 149°F (65°C) could be hazardous.

if operated at temperatures above
122°F (50°C). Operation time will
decrease at extremely low temperatures.

Storage

Store the battery
temperature.

Battery

(continued)

• Do not short the battery's terminals.
• Allow the battery to cool down before
attaching it to the 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 userserviceable parts inside.
• Use the battery only with specified AC
adapter/chargers and camcorders.
• If leakage from a damaged battery
contacts your skin or clothing, wash it
off immediately with running water.

Use the RCA Optional

Car Cord Adapter

The optional DCC096 car cord shown on
page 45 allows you to power your
camcorder from the cigarette lighter
socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts
12-volts to a 9.6-volt output.
Note: Consult the installation and operating
instructions enclosed with the DCC096 for
complete operating instructions.

Use the DCC096

Car Cord Adapter

Cigarette
Lighter
Socket

Optional
Car Cord
(DCC096)

DC IN 9.6V
Jack

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
of the socket.

cigarette

lighter

out

Insert the car cord's cigarette lighter
plug into the vehicle's cigarette lighter
socket.

Press and hold the small button on
the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while
you set it to CAMERA
the camcorder.

to turn on

Notes: Consult the vehicle owner's manual to
see if the vehicle's ignition switch must be
turned on before the DC car cord will operate.
When using the car cord to power the
camcorder, the battery level indicator has
no meaning.

Make sure you select good quality tapes for 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 considered normal maintenance.
If a snowy picture or no-picture condition persists, consider the use of a chemical
nonabrasive
head-cleaning
tape. Be sure to follow the directions with the headcleaning 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,
just record over it.

_Safety

To prevent accidental
erasure, break off the tab.

Record

and Playback

Tab

To record on the tape again, cover
the hole with vinyl tape.

Speed and Times

The camcorder records and plays back in VHS standard speed (SP). Listed below are
the maximum recording times for popular VHS cassettes.

T-60

60 Min.

T- 120

2 Hrs.

T-160
T- 180

2 Hrs., 40 Min.
3 Hrs.

Insert

and Remove

Cassettes
Tab

STOP/
EJECT
Button

Windows

Press here
to close.
Cassette
Holder

1. Attach a power source to the
camcorder.
2. Press the STOP/EJECT button.
The cassette holder opens
automatically.
.

out. Gently push the cassette down
until it locks into place.
4.

Gently close the cassette holder with
your hand.

Insert the cassette with the tape wheel
facing up and tape windows facing

Cassette

Care and Storage

• When you are finished with a cassette,
rewind it, remove it from the
camcorder, 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 other devices.

• Keep dust from entering the cassette
compartment. All dust is abrasive and
will cause excessive wear on the tape
and the camcorder's recording or
playback heads.
• Do not use cassettes with damaged or
spliced tape.
• Do not use a cassette if it has been
damaged or exposed to moisture. The
tape might jam and/or damage your
camcorder.
Break off the safety tab to prevent
accidental erasure of your recording.
21

Set the Time

and Date

You must set the correct date and time before it can be displayed and
recorded on your tapes. The built-in clock cell must be charged as
described on the next page.

DATE/TIME

Button _

EFWD
I
I

STOP/EJECT
Button

oooo

Attach a power supply to the
camcorder.

Press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
set it to CAMERA.

Repeatedly
press EFWD or REW/
REVIEW until the correct month
appears.
advance

switch while you

Press the DATE/TIME

A flashing cursor lets you know which
part of the display you are setting.
If the flashing cursor does not appear,
press and hold DATE/TIME and then
press STOP/EJECT.

When the correct month is displayed,
press STOP/EJECT.
The cursor
moves to the next part of the display.

Repeat steps 4 and 5 to set the correct
month, day, year, hour, minute(s), and
AM/PM_
.

After setting AM or PM, press the
DATE/TIME
button to remove the
flashing
clock.

To Correct

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Press and hold the button to
the digits faster.

5.
button to

display the date and time in the
viewfinder.

cursor

and start the internal

the Date or Time

To correct the date or time, press and hold
the DATE/TIME
button and then press
STOP/EJECT.
The display and the
flashing cursor appear. Use STOP/
EJECT, EFWD, and REW/RE VIEW to
correct the time or date. Press DATE/
TIME to remove
start the clock.

Button

Switch

REW!
REVIEW
Button
I
I

CAMERA/
OFF/VCR

the flashing

cursor

and

Record

the Time and Date, A UTO Date, Auto TITLE, or Date

The time and date, AUTO date, auto TITLE, date only, or no date can be recorded on
your tape. Whenever one of these displays appears, it will be recorded.

To Select the Display to Record
1.

Repeatedly press DATE/TIME
to
select the display you want to record.

•

• Date and Time Display:
The date
and time will be displayed and
recorded.
•

• Date Display:
The date is displayed and recorded.

@ AUTO Date: The date is
automatically
recorded for approximately 10 seconds at the beginning
of the recording.

Charge

the Built-in

The camcorder
approximately

Clock

@ TITLE:
The date and title you
have created are displayed and
recorded for approximately
10
seconds at the beginning of the
recording.

• No Display:
No display is displayed or recorded.

Battery

has a built-in rechargeable
every two months.

Attach a power supply and set the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch to OFF.

Leave the power
least 24 hours.

supply attached

battery

that must be charged

Usethe

Viewfinder

The camcorder's
viewfinder is a miniature
the camcorder when recording.
Adjust

Viewfinder

for Convenient

monitor

that displays

the picture

seen by

Viewing

For convenient viewing, rotate the viewfinder horizontally, pull it out from the
camcorder, and adjust the eyepiece.
Eyepiece
Control

Viewfinder

Focus

Eye_

Pull

Viewfinder
Viewfinder

in Carrying

or Storing

in Operating

Position

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 camcorder
without them.

It is easiest to set the correct focus by
focusing on one of the viewfinder's on24

screen displays. Look through the
viewfinder and adjust the eyepiece focus
control for your vision.
The eyepiece focus control does not affect
the focus of the picture actually recorded
by the camcorder.

Use the Viewfinder

(continued)

Tilt Adjustment

BRIGHT

Control

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.

Viewfinder

Displays

AE:60

0000M

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INDEX
ZOOM

TAPE

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AE:60 (Auto Exposure) Shutter Speed

Status Displays

Press the DISPLAY button to display the
shutter speed selected by the camcorder.

The following displays appear to tell you
the status of the camcorder.

Battery Level Indicator (_)

•

The REC indicator appears during
recording.

•

The •• indicator appears when the
camcorder is fast-forwarding.

•

The •• indicator appears when the
camcorder is rewinding.

Press the DISPLAYbutton to display the
amount of time left on the rechargeable
battery. Details are on page 17.
Fade Indicator (B/W)
Press the FADE button to select a fade.
•

Select [] to white fade.

•

Select [] to wipe fade.

•

Select

•

Select B/Wto black-and-white

•

Details are on page 32.

[]

Steady

Pix Indicator

(@9})

to zoom fade.
fade.

INDEX Indicator
Press the DISPLAY button to display this
indicator when the camcorder is placing
an index mark on the tape. Details are on
page 30.

• The II indicator appears during
record-pause.

To turn the steady pix feature on or off,
press the STEADY PIXbutton.
@_}
appears when steady pix is turned
Derails on page 33.

on.

Tape Counter with Memory Stop

(O000M)
Press the DISPLAY button to display the
tape counter. The tape counter helps
locate segments of tape.
•
•

Memory stop is turned on whenever
the tape counter appears.
Details are on page 34.

Tape-Remaining Indicator (_l)
Press the DISPLAYbutton to display the
tape-remaining indicator. This display
shows the approximate amount of tape
left for recording or playback. Details are
on page 30.
H

Zoom ( _) and ZOOM Indicators
u

The zoom indicator ( t ) appears
when you use the power zoom
buttons (Tand !4/).

Tape Warnings (TAPE, NO TAPE, and
TAPE END)
•

TAPE flashes when you try to record
with the safety tab removed.

•

TAPE flashes when a damaged tape is
inserted. Remove the tape and replace
it with a new one.

•

NO TAPE flashes when you try to
record with no cassette inserted.

•

TAPE END flashes when there is
approximately five minutes of
recording time left on the tape.

•

TAPE END briefly appears when you
reach the end of the cassette when
you're recording.

•

ZOOM appears when you zoom with
the Tbutton more than 16 times.
Derails are on page 31.

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 on pages

22-23.

DISPLAY

RE W/RE VIE W Button

Button

F.FWD Button

Microphone

VCR Switch
Zoom Buttons
(T and W)

DISPLAY

Button

Microphone

The DISPLAY button lets you remove the
battery level, steady pix, tape speed, tape
counter with memory stop, remaining
tape display, index, fade, and zoom
indicators from the viewfinder.
• Press DISPLAYto
indicators.
•

Press DISPLAY
indicators.

The microphone picks up the sound
during a recording. It is more sensitive to
sounds coming from the direction the lens
is pointed.

remove the
Auto

Shot

Feature

again to display the

The camcorder automatically adjusts
focus, white balance, iris, shutter speed,
and light according to the recording
conditions.

Camera Edit Feature
The camera edit feature allows you to
position the tape when the camcorder is
in record-pause.
Press and hold the small
button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch
while you slide it to CAMERA.
• PressandholdREW/REVIEWto
visually search the recorded
in reverse.

tape

• Press and hold F.FWD to visually
search forward on the recorded tape.
• Press and hold PLAYto
recorded

tape at normal

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.
•

Recording

a subject

•

Recording
foreground

a subject that has a close
and a far background.

•

Recording two subjects
distances that overlap.

•

Subject

•

Recording

•

Recording a scene with fast motions,
like a tennis swing.

view the
speed.

When you release the button, the camcorder returns to record-pause
at that
point on the tape.

Quick Review

operates on the wide-angle (W) side from
3/8 inch from the lens surface (macrofocus) to infinity.

Feature

through

a window.

at different

that isn't in center of scene.
in low-light

situations.

Press and release RE W/RE VIE W 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 will play back the last few
seconds of the recording, return the tape
to its previous position, and return to
record-pause.

Auto

Focus

The camcorder focuses on the subject in
the center of the viewfinder.
Auto focus
operates on the telephoto (7) side from
approximately
2-1/2 feet to infinity, it

Macro Focus
The macro-focus feature lets you focus on
objects as close as 3/8 inch from the
camcorder lens.
1. Press and hold zoom button
the lens is completely
2.

W until

zoomed

out.

Position the subject in the center of
the scene.

Notes: Zooming is not possible when using
macro-focus. To change the size of the
subject, move the camcorder lens closer or
farther away from it.
For best results increase illumination when
recording with macro-focus.

Tape-Remaining

Electronic

Display

The tape-remaining display shows the
approximate amount of tape remaining for
recording or playback.

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 can be
located automatically. See your VCR
Owner's Manual for index playback
instructions.

r_nm

Tape-Remaining
Display
in Viewfinder
• Press DISPLAYto
display the taperemaining indicator in the viewfinder.
• The camcorder takes approximately
ten
seconds to calculate the tape remaining
when you first start playing or recording a tape.
....
camcorder

appears
calculates

while the
the amount

tape-remaining.
Once tape-remaining
has been calculated, it automatically
updates and is
readily available as long as the same
tape remains in the camcorder.
•

When _
appears,
the tape remains.

• _
and _
being used.
•

all or most of

appear as the tape is

When the tape is almost at its end,
TAPE END flashes in the viewfinder.

INDEX

INDEX Display
in Viewfinder

When the DISPLAY button is pressed so
the displays appear, INDEX appears
briefly to let you know the camcorder is
recording an index mark.
Note: The camcorder does not record index
marks every time you stop and start recording.
An index mark is recorded only once - at the
start of each day's recording session
(or whenever the camcorder has been turned
off for four hours).

Zooming
Press one of the zoom buttons
angle shots.

to zoom in and out for close ups or wide-

Zoom Buttons
(T and W)

Use the Zoom Buttons (T and W)
1. To zoom in or out from wide angle to
32 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 DISPLAYis
pressed so the displays
appear, the zoom level indicator appears
in the viewfinder during normal zooming.
ZOOM appears when you zoom more
than 16 times.

ZOOM

T
W

Zoom Level Indicator
in Viewfinder

Fade

In and Out of Scenes

You can add a professional
touch to your recordings when you fade in and out of
scenes. Both the picture and sound gradually appear or disappear.
The speed of
the fade is controlled by the camcorder.

FADE Button

Fade In
1.

Press REC/PAUSE to pause
recording.

Repeatedly press FADE to select the
fade you want to use. The indicator
for the fade you select will appear.
• Select [] (white) to fade in and
out to/from a white screen.

3. Press REC/PAUSE to start recording.
The picture and sound gradually
appear in place of the blank screen.

Fade Out
1.

• Select [] (black wipe) to fade in
and out to/from a black screen.
• Select [] (zoom) to fade in and
out while zooming.
• SelectB/W(black-and-white)to
fade in and out to/from a blackand-white picture.
• Select no fade indicator if you do
not want to fade in or out.
Note: The last fade used appears the first
time you press FADE.

During recording, repeatedly
FADE to select a fade.

press

Note: The last fade used appears the
first time you press FADE.
2.

Press REC/PAUSE
to stop
recording.
The picture and sound
gradually disappear.

STEADY

Steady

Pix

PIX Button

Feature

The steady pix feature corrects slight
shaking of images during some recording modes.
• While zooming in on a distant subject.
• When recording an approaching small
subject.
• When recording while walking or
riding in a vehicle.

Notes: Turn steady pix off when using a
tripod. Steady pix may not operate properly
when wide-angle or telephoto lens adapters
are used.
There is a small change in the picture size
when using steady pix.
Accurate stabilization may not be possible if
hand shake is excessive or when shooting the
following:
•

Subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.

•

Dark or dim subjects.

To Use the Steady Pix TM Feature

•
•

• Press the STEADYPIXbutton to turn
steady pix on. The steady pix indicator (@}) appears in the viewfinder.

Subjects with excessive backlighting.
Scenes with movement in various
directions.

•

Scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.

• When recording through a vehicle's
window.

• Press the STEADYPIXbutton

to turn

the steady pix feature off. The steady
pix indicator (@_})disappears.

Tape Counter
The tape counter acts as a handy reference to help you locate tape segments.
The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When the
tape counter appears, the tape stops automatically during rewind or fast
forward when the tape counter reaches O000Mi

DISPLAY
Button

[

RESET

Button

Use the Memory-Stop

CAMERA/
OFF/VCR
Switch

F.FWD Button
I
I

STOP/EJECT
Button

Feature

Press REC/PAUSE to pause recording.
Make sure the displays appear in the
viewfinder. If they do not, press
DISPLAY.

REW/
RE VIE W
Button
I
I

Locate the place on the tape you want
to return to, and press RESETto
reset
the counter to O000Mi

O000M

you marked, press the REC/PAUSE
button to stop recording or the STOP/
EJECT button to stop playback.
4.

Press and hold the small button while
you set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch to VCR.

Press the REW/RE

VIEW button.

The tape rewinds to the counter
reading of O000M.
Notes: Press DISPLAYto display or remove
the tape counter. Memory stop is turned on
whenever the tape counter appears.
The camcorder stops rewinding or fast
forwarding when the counter reaches O000M.
To continue rewinding or fast forwarding,
press the button again.

Tape Counter
With Memory Stop
.

Continue to record or play the tape.
When you want to return to the place

The tape counter automatically resets to
O000M whenever a cassette is inserted.

Titler
You can store a title in memory. The created title can be displayed and recorded
at any time. The built-in character register contains more than 45 different
characters.
Your title can contain up to 32 characters on two lines.

- Button
(Also RE W/RE VIE W Button)

CAMERA/OFF/
VCR Switch

TITLER
Button

+ Button
(Also F.FWD

Button)

EDIT-ADV

Button

(Also STOP/
EJECT Button)

000

Titler (continued)
To Create

a Title

1. Attach a power source to the
camcorder. Press and hold the small
button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while you slide it to CAMERA.

See the chart below for the characters
available.

5. After you have selected the first
character, press EDIT-ADV to move
the flashing cursor to the place where
you want the next character to appear.

2. Press TITLER to display the titler
graphics in the viewfinder. A flashing
cursor appears.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until you have
completed the title.

3. Press EDIT-ADVto move the flashing
cursor to the place where you want to
begin your title.

7. When you are finished, press TITLER
to store the title and remove the title
graphics from the viewfinder.
Remember: Be sure to remove the titler
graphics from the viewfinder for normal
recording.

4. Select the first character for your
title by pressing the + or - button
until the character you want appears
in the viewfinder.

To Correct

an Error

.....

......

Press TITLER to display the titler
graphics in the viewfinder.

Press EDIT-ADV to move the flashing
cursor over the character you want to
correct.

Q R

......

Press the + or - button until the
character

appears.

Note: If you want to delete a character,
press + or - until the blank space appears.

;

......

correct

of Characters

......
.

Chart

......

F
ST

in Titler's
G H

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UVWXY

23456789?
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Titler (continued)
Record a Title on a Tape in the Camcorder
1.

The camcorder will now record
normally. If you do not want to
continue recording, press REC/
PA USE.

Attach a power source to the
camcorder.
Press and hold the small
button on the CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while you slide it to CAMERA.

Locate the place on the tape where
you want to record the title.

Remember:

Note: If you record a title on a
prerecorded tape, the audio and video is
erased where the title is inserted. A threeto-four second pause of blank tape appears
before the existing audio and video return.

Note:

graphics

Press REC/PAUSE
the title.

After you have recorded the title for
the desired length of time, press
TITLER to remove the titler graphics.

Record

the titler
recording.

You can also use the automatic

title

recording feature to automatically
record
the title and date for 10 seconds when you
begin recording.
button to display
to record.

3. Press TITLER to display the titler
graphics in the viewfinder.
4.

Remove
for normal

Press the DATE/TIME
(_) TITLE before starting

to start recording

a Title While Copying

a Tape from the Camcorder

to Another

VCR

1. Attach a power source to the
camcorder.

2. Place the tape you want to copy in the
camcorder and press and hold the
small button on the CAMERA/OFF/
VCR switch while you slide it to VCR.

When you see the place on the tape
you want to insert the title, press
TITLER.

After you have recorded the title for
the desired time, press TITLER to stop
recording the title.

Place a blank tape in the VCR, and
place the VCR in record-pause.

Stop the camcorder and VCR when
you are finished copying the tape.

Start copying the tape from the
camcorder to the VCR. Details are on
pages 40-41.

Important Note: Remove the titler graphics
for normal recording.

Viewfinder

Playback

and Playback

Features

The simplest way to watch tapes using the camcorder is in the viewfinder. You can
use the playback features during viewfinder playback.

CAMERA/
OFF/VCR

REW

STOP/

(rewind)/
REVIEW

Button

[

F.FWD
Button

EJECT
Button

000

R E C/PA US E
Button

Buttons
(Also Wand
Buttons)
TRA I_K/N_

Eyepiece

Play Back a Tape in the Viewfinder
1.

Attach a power supply.

facing out. Press the cassette
down gently until it locks into
place, and close the cassette
compartment door.

Attach the adapter/charger, charged
battery, or optional car cord.
2.

Insert a tape.

The camcorder only plays back
tapes recorded in the SP speed.

• Press STOP/EJECTto open the
cassette compartment.
• Insert the cassette with the safety
tab facing up and the tape windows

Press and hold the small button on
the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch
while you slide it to VCR.

PlayBacka Tapein theViewfinder(continued)
Adjust

the viewfinder.

• Turn the eyepiece focus control to
adjust the focus of the viewfinder for
your vision.

• Grasp the viewfinder and rotate
it horizontally.
Pull the
viewfinder out from the
camcorder and rotate the
eyepiece into a comfortable
viewing position.

• Rotate the BRIGHT
the brightness.
.

control to adjust

Press PLAY to begin playback.
• If necessary, adjust tracking.
• During playback, use the playback
features below.

6. Press STOP/EJECT
finished.

Playback
Tape

Features

Positioning

Visual

Press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
slide it to VCR.

fast-forward

•

switch while you

• Press and quickly release REW/
RE VIE W or EFWD to rewind or

During
EFWD
want to
forward

playback, press and hold
or RE W/RE VIE W if you
search the tape visually in
or reverse.

normal playback.
stop
Tracking

Pause

• During playback, press REC/PAUSE
to "stop the action" and view one
frame of the tape.
• Press REC/PAUSE
normal playback.

Searching

• Release the button to return to

the tape.

• Press STOP/EJECTto
the tape.
Stop-Action

when you are

again to return to

During playback, streaks might appear in
the playback picture. Press either
TRACKING 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
its preset center.

Note: The tracking buttons only affect tape
playback. They have no effect during
recording.

Playback

on TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video

Inputs

To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with audio and video inputs, you
need an optional audio/video
cable, such as VH83 shown on page 47. If your TV is
already connected to a VCR, attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the
camcorder is recording or playing on the TV.

AUDIO
IN

"R@

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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 IN
jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled
MONO. If one is not labeled MONO, you
need aY-adapter, such as AH25, shown on
page 47 to hear both channels.

Yellow

Video Plug

2. Attach the yellow plug to the VIDEO
IN jack on the TV (or VCR).
3. Attach the white plug on the other
end of the audio/video cable to the
AUDIO jack (located under the small
cover) on the side of the camcorder.
4. Attach the yellow plug to the yellow
VIDEO jack on the camcorder.

Playback

Operation

and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR

1. A. Camcorder connected directly to

3. Press PLAY.

TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to

• During playback, use the playback
features on page 39.

the video input channel.
B. Camcorder connected to VCR that
is already connected to TV: Turn
on VCR and place it in the "line"
or "camera mode". (If your VCR
does not have a "line" or "camera
mode", consult the VCR owner's
manual.)
Operate the TV as you
normally do to see the signal
coming from the VCR.
2.

Press and hold the small button
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
slide it to VCR.

on the

To copy what the camcorder is
playing, place a blank cassette in
the VCR, and press the VCR's
RECORD button.
Note: Make sure the memory-stop feature
is turned off _ress DISPLAY) or the
camcorder will enter play-pause when the
counter reaches O000M.

Press STOP/EJECT
finished.

when you are

switch while you

Note: The camcorder only plays back
tapes recorded
in the SP speed.

Viewing
1.

What the Camcorder

is Seeing (or Recording)

Camcorder connected directly to
TV: Turn on the TV, and tune it to
the video input channel.

2. Press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
switch while

Camcorder connected to VCR that
is already connected to TV: Turn
on VCR and place it in the "line"
or "camera mode". (If your VCR
does not have a "line" or "camera
mode", consult the VCR owner's
manual.) Operate the TV as you
normally do to see the signal
coming from the VCR.

Note: Turn the TV's volume down to
prevent a high-pitched squeal caused
by feedback.

you slide it to CAMERA.

3. Press the REC/PAUSE button to begin
recording.
You can watch what the
camcorder is seeing (or recording) on
the TV screen.

Playback

on a TV Without Audio/Video

Inputs

To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you need an
optional CRF95 RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82
or VH90 shown on page 4 7. If your TV has audio and video inputs (or is
connected to a VCR), refer to pages 40-41.

Antenna

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Antenna

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Optional 300/75 ohm
Transformer

Back of TV

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Selector

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O-tional75300Ohm_a**
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(such asVH54
/
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Optional Coaxial RF Cable
OUT
(such as VH82 or VH90)
TO TV

(such as CRF95)

Installation
1. Disconnect the VHF antenna from

Note: If your TV has 300 ohm screw
terminals, you need a 75/300 ohm
transformer, such as VH54, shown on
page 47.

your TV. Connect the antenna to the
IN FROMANT 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 other end to the VHF input on
your TV as shown.
42

Attach the RF output adapter's yellow
plug to the VIDEO jack, the small
plug to the RFDC OUT jack, and the
white plug to the AUDIO jack located
under the small cover on the side of
the camcorder.

Playback

Operation

1. Set the CH3/CH4
RF output
2.

switch

on the

adapter to CH3 or CH4.

Press PLAYon
•

Turn on the TV, and tune it to the
same channel you selected with the
RF output adapter's CH3/CH4 switch.

3. Press and hold the small button
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
slide it to VCR.

Viewing

During playback, use the playback
features described on page 39.

Press STOP/EJECT

on the camcorder

when you are finished.

on the

switch while you

What the Camcorder

Is Recording

1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel
3 or 4. Turn the TV's volume down to
prevent a high-pitched squeal caused
by feedback.
2. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF
output adapter to the same channel
you selected on the TV.

Normal

the camcorder.

Press and hold the small button on the
CAMERA/OFF/VCR
slide it to CAMERA.

switch while you

4. Press the REC/PAUSE button to begin
recording. You can watch what the
camcorder is seeing (or recording)
on the TV screen.

TV Viewing

For normal

TV viewing,

leave the RF

output adapter hooked up to the TV.
Disconnect
the adapter's plug from

Note to Cable

TV Installer

This reminder

is provided

National
provides

Electrical
guidelines

the camcorder

or turn the camcorder's

power off.

to call your attention

to Article

820-40

Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical
for proper grounding and, in particular,

cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding
close to the point of cable entry as practical.

system

of the

Code, Part I), that
specifies that the

of the building

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 care when you use your
camcorder or accessories at a beach or
pool. Spray, sand, and dust should be
avoided. If your lens has been exposed
to the elements, clean it only with
proper lens cleaning supplies.

Recording

Make sure you have any adapters that
you might need before taking your
camcorder to other countries. Consult
your dealer for advice.

Carry your camcorder in a carrying
case when traveling.
See the next page
for a carrying case designed for your
camcorder.
An ordinary suitcase or
carry bag does not offer the protection
your camcorder needs. Treat your
camcorder as carry-on luggage to
protect it from rough handling.

Tips

• Try to make sure indoor scenes are
welMit. This improves picture quality
and color reproduction.

• Fading in and out of scenes makes
your videos appear more professional.
Be aware of video and audio back-

Do not move the camcorder rapidly
from side-to-side while recording.
A steady, gradual "pan" avoids blurring and "jitter."

Use the viewfinder

to make sure the

camcorder is level while recording so
that your scenes won't appear "tilted."

Do not bump or tap the camcorder's
microphone while recording so that
your scenes won't appear tilted.

Include close-ups of individuals when
taping family outings or group functions.

grounds.
Background details barely
noticed while you are taping may show
up as visual "clutter" on your recording. Background
noises (especially
TV sets, radios, household appliances,
traffic sounds, etc.) can detract from
the sound you want to record.

Avoid long "still" shots of landmarks
and scenic attractions. 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.

We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to
the fun of using your VHS camcorder. The following pages have a selection of
accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound even better.
These accessories are designed to make the process of recording and watching your
videos more enjoyable.
To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.
If a dealer is not nearby, all accessories are available through toll-free ordering or by
using the order form on page 49.

AC202 Soft Carrying Case

DCC096 DC Car Cord Adapter

This case provides protection and utility
for full size camcorders
and most

This car cord adapter enables you to
operate your camcorder from your car,
truck, or RV by plugging the car cord
directly into the vehicle's cigarette lighter
socket. The DCC096 is designed
specifically
to convert power from a
12-volt battery to a 9.6-volt output.

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 convenient, comfortable
transportation
of the camcorder.

EP096FS and EP096FL Rechargeable
Batteries

These rechargeable
lead-acid batteries
are designed specifically
for long life.
The EP096FS is a 1-hour battery. The
EP096FL powers your camcorder twice
as long as the EP096FS (depending
on
how much you turn the camcorder on
and off and use zoom and pause). Both
can be recharged with the AC adapter/
charger that came with your camcorder.

CPS014 AC Battery Charger
The CPS014 battery charger plugs
directly into an AC outlet and charges 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 produces excellent video results.
This tripod's fluid-effect head provides
smooth camera pan and tilt. The quickrelease mount makes it easy to attach or
remove the camcorder.
The grooved,
tubular 3-section leg design folds down to
24" when not in use. Rubber feet allow
for sure footing and built-in retractable
leg spikes eliminate the need for
removing the feet.

CRF95 RF Output Adapter

VH54 Cable Transformer

This 75-to-300 ohm transformer is used to
connect a standard 75-ohm antenna cable
This RF output adapter is used with a
coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90,

(such as VH82 or VH90) to the 300 ohm
screw terminals on a TV.

to connect your camcorder to a standard
TV (one without audio/video inputs) for
playback.
If your antenna cable is the flat
twin-lead type attached by two screws,
you need a 300-to-75 ohm transformer.
If your TV has 300 ohm antenna screw
terminals, you need an optional 75-to-300
ohm transformer such as VH54.

VH83 Audio/Video Cable

Coaxial RF Cables

This six foot audio/video cable can be
used to connect the camcorder to a TV
VH82 (6-ft)
VH90 (12-ft)

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
300 ohm antenna screw terminals, you
need an optional 75-to-300 ohm
transformer, such as VH54. If your
antenna cable is the flat twin-lead type
attached by two screws, you need an
optional 300-to-75 ohm transformer.

AH25 Y-Adapter

This Y-adapter allows you to connect your
camcorder's mono audio cable to a stereo
TV or VCR.

Remove

the Lens Hood

The lens hood can be removed so you can attach optional accessories,
such as wide-angle lens, lens extenders, or lens filter kits.
To Attach

an Accessory

Lens

1. Attach the lens cap over the lens hood.

Turn the lens cap and hood
counterclockwise with the palm of
your hand to remove them.

3. Turn the accessory lens clockwise into
the camcorder's lens. Make sure the
lens is tightened firmly, but do not
over tighten.

OrderForm

for Camcorder

Model CC4271

Description

Part No.

Price

Deluxe Tripod
Soft Camcorder Case

AC093

$ 59.95

AC202

$ 49.95

AH25

CPS014

$219.95

RF Output Adapter

CRF95

$ 69.95

Car Cord Adapter

DCC096

$ 49.95

Rechargeable Battery (Extended)

EP096FL

$ 79.95

Rechargeable Battery (Standard)
75-300 Cable Transformer

EP096FS

$ 69.95

VH54

2.95

Coaxial RF-Cable

VH82

6.95

Audio/Video Cable

VH83

5.95

Coaxial RF-Cable

VH90

7.95

Y-Adapter
AC Adapter/Charger

(100-240V)

Total

Qty.

2.95

Replacement Bulb (4 watt) for
Built-in Light

221111

Shoulder Strap

227327

AC Adapter/Charger

(Supplied) and

DC Cable

$ 12.95
or

$ 12.95

241305

$ 12.95

241044

$169.95

241308

$ 13.65

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