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Canlcorder
IJser's
Guide
Changing Entertainment.
tmpo ant
Information
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove cover (or
To reduce the
risk of fire or
electric shock, do
not expose this
product or AC
charger to rain or
moisture.
back). No user serviceable
parts
inside. Refer servicing to quallfled
service personnel.
_1_
personal
To reduce risk of injury, charge
manufacturer
for this product.
personal injury.
This symbol
indicates
This
symbol indicates
"dangerous
voltage"
inside the product that
presents a risk of
electric shock or
important
instructions
accompanying
injury,
only rechargeable
batteries recommended
Other types of batteries may burst causing
FCC Regulations
state that unauthorized
may void the user's authority
to operate
changes
it.
the
product.
or modifications
by the
damage
and
to this equipment
Product Registration
Please fill out the product
registration
card and return
this card allows us to contact you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase
and attach it here. Record the serial number
bottom
of the camcorder.
Model
No.
Serial No.
Purchase
Purchased
Date.
From.
it immediately.
Returning
to obtain warranty
parts and service
and model numbers located on the
3Pdbile of
Contents
i_ii_i_ _ _ii _ iiiiii_iii_
Chapter
1: Connections
& Setup
Parts Checklist .........................................................................................
6
Buttons and Controls .............................................................................
7
Getting Started .......................................................................................
Unpack the camcorder and accessories ..........................................
Adjust the hand strap ....................................................................
Attach the lens cap ........................................................................
Attach the power supply ...............................................................
Turn on the camcorder ...................................................................
Set the video light (Off/AUTO/ON) switch to
AUTO (CC6374 only) ...............................................................
Insert a cassette tape .....................................................................
Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what's recording ......
Start recording ...............................................................................
Play your recording ........................................................................
Turn off the camcorder ..................................................................
9
9
10
10
11
12
12
13
14
15
15
16
Powering the Camcorder .....................................................................
Charging the Battery .....................................................................
Refreshing the Battery ...................................................................
Battery Level Icon ...........................................................................
Battery Care and Storage ..............................................................
Using the Power Supply .................................................................
16
16
18
19
19
20
Using the Shoulder Strap .....................................................................
21
Setting the Date and Time ...................................................................
22
Setting the Tape Recording Speed ......................................................
23
Setting the Tape Length .......................................................................
24
(coT_tiT_z_edo7_ the 7_ext])age)
I
bJe
Chapter
of Contents
2: Using the Monitors
Seeing What You Are Recording .........................................................
Using the LCD Monitor ..................................................................
Using the Viewfinder .....................................................................
On=screen Icons .....................................................................................
26
26
27
28
Warning Icons .................................................................................
Recording and Playback Icons .......................................................
Other Icons .....................................................................................
28
29
33
Chapter
3: Recording
Recording Details ..................................................................................
Journalistic Shooting ......................................................................
Self-Recording ................................................................................
36
36
37
5-Second Recording .......................................................................
Quick Review ..................................................................................
Retake .............................................................................................
37
37
38
Digital and Optical Zooming .........................................................
Using Steady Pix TM ..........................................................................
Using the Video Light (CC6374 only) ............................................
38
40
40
Recording Tips ......................................................................................
Chapter
42
4: Playback
Playback Options ..................................................................................
Basic Playback .................................................................................
Still Playback Mode ........................................................................
Shuttle Search .................................................................................
44
44
47
48
Choose your Connection ......................................................................
Using the Cassette Tape Adapter ..................................................
Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks ........
Playback on a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks ............
49
49
52
53
Tape Dubbing
2
.................................................................................
54
"table
Chapter
5: Advanced
Qf Contents
Features
Using the Menus For Advanced Adjustment ......................................
Menu Definitions ..................................................................................
Camera Menu .................................................................................
System Menu ..................................................................................
System Menu (continued) ..............................................................
Using the Advanced Features ..............................................................
Fade/Wipe Effects ...........................................................................
Program AE With Special Effects ...................................................
Digital Effects .................................................................................
Exposure Control ............................................................................
Focusing ..........................................................................................
White Balance Adjustment ............................................................
Date/Time Insert .............................................................................
Instant Titles ...................................................................................
Animation .......................................................................................
Time-Lapse ......................................................................................
Chapter
6: Other
56
57
57
57
58
60
60
62
63
64
65
67
69
70
71
72
Information
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................
Final Notes ............................................................................................
Power ..............................................................................................
74
78
78
Date/Time Settings .........................................................................
Video Recording .............................................................................
TBC (Time Base Corrector) .............................................................
Tapes ...............................................................................................
78
79
79
80
Care and Cleaning ................................................................................
After Using the Camcorder ............................................................
81
81
Cleaning The Camcorder ...............................................................
Care and Maintenance .........................................................................
81
81
Proper Care and Storage ...............................................................
82
(COntinued
on th_ next pa_)
3
bJe
of Contents
Tape Care and Storage ...................................................................
Things to Avoid ..............................................................................
32
33
Traveling Tips ........................................................................................
33
Specifications ........................................................................................
Customer Assistance and Service ........................................................
34
Limited Warranty
37
..................................................................................
35
FCCand Industry Canada Information ................................................
91
Optional Accessories ............................................................................
Accessories Order Form ..................................................................
92
95
Index ......................................................................................................
98
4
Chapter
Connections
Chapter
1
8t Setup
Overview:
•
Parts Checklist
•
Buttons and Controls
•
Getting
•
Powering
•
Using the Shoulder
•
Setting the Date and Time
•
Setting the Tape Recording
•
Setting the Tape Length
Started
the Camcorder
Strap
Speed
Entertainment.
5
Connections
_
Setup
Parts Checklist
Make
sure
the box
includes
the items
shown
her(.:
U
Camcorder
Cassette tape adapter
Part # 244270 (CC6374
only)
AC power supply
Part # 250814
AA battery for
cassette tape
adapter
Audio/Video
Part # VH83
Battery pack
Part # 244427 (FB1260)
Lens cap
Part # 251624
Shoulder strap
Part # ACS091
cables
(CC6364 only)
Caution
Never use the power
pack or for supplylng
6
supply for any purpose other
power to the camcorder.
than
charging
the FB1260 battery
Chapter 1
Connections
Buttons
_
Setup
and Controls
Viewfinder
MENU/
BRIGHT/
TRACKING
dial
5 SEC REC
button
PowerZoom/VOL
_ver
STEADYPIX
button
Audio/Video
TM
-----"
jacks
BATTERY
RELEASE
switch
Recording
Start/Stop
button
Eyepiece focus
control
Speaker
Video light
(CC6374 only)
Microphone
Hand strap
Chapter
1
7
Connections
_
Setup
Playback
CHARGE
indicator
POWER indicator
Video
switch
(CC6374
switch
only)
COUNTER R/M and
FADE/WIDE button
PAE
button
DIGIFECT
button
REFRESH button
Shoulder
eye_
LCD monitor
Area marked CLOSE
Tripod mounting
sockets
Camcorder bottom view
8
Chapter f
Connections
Getting
_
Setup
Started
'[lds section describes
the basics on how to set up your camcorder
to record
time. Ref_.'r to the other sections
f_)r detailed
opm-ation
and f_,atm-e options.
f_)r the first
Unpack the camcorder and accessories
•
'rl_e items
appear
•
shown
Remove
Save
with
your
file, camcorder,
dealer
film that
covers
the fl-ont and
sharp
to remove.
materials
and
box
if any pieces
are missing
or
immediately.
not anything
all packing
shipped
Chapter 1
contact
the plastic
yore" fingernail,
•
are packed
damaged
side logos
in case the camcorder
on the camcorder.
ever
needs
Use
to be
or stored.
9
Connections
_
Setup
Adjust the hand strap
1.
Lif_ the, flap
2.
insc, ll your
3.
Adjust
4.
Ref_sten
on the hand
hand
the strap
so your
strap
and separate,
fing_,rs
the Vdcro
can comf_)rta|)ly
r(,ach
strip.
the buttons.
to fit snugly.
the strap,
and fold the flap back
down.
Attach the lens cap
To protect
the lens
i|]ustratR_n.
10
attach
the provided
lens cap
to the camcorder
as shown
in the
Chapter 1
Connections
_
Setup
AC power supply
DC IN jack
Attach the power
Since
the
baste, W must
AC outlet
to power
the
supply
be, charged
bef_r(,
it can be used
the first time
you
need
to use an
calqncorder.
i.
P]ug the sma|] end of the powc, r supp]y
into the DC IN jack on the cmncorder.
2.
Plug
into
the other
Chapter1
end
of the power
supply
a working
AC outlet.
11
Connections
_
Setup
Turn on the camcorder
Set the Power
automatic
(_)
off (OFF),
switch to the desired
or manual
([]) record
or in playback
mode
se|ling,
mode,
either
powered
(_).
'[l_e POWER indicator comes on when the
camcorder is turned on.
Automatic
recording _ places the camcorder
into AutoShot _Mmode. Focus, exposure, iris
control, white balance, and the video light are
controlled by the camcorder during automatic
recording.
Manual recording mode [] allows you to
control many of the camcorder's special
features, including accessing the menus and
setting the clock.
Power switch
Notes:
Many special effects don't operate in
AutoShot mode (see pages 57-59 for
more information).
The camcorder automatically
turns off to
save battery power if you leave it in
record-standby
mode for more than five
minutes. To turn it back on, set the
Power switch to OFF, then back to
automatic
or manual record mode.
POWER indicator
Set the video light (OFF/AUTO/ON)
switch to AUTO (CC6374 only)
Slide the video LIGHT switch to AUTO. In this
setting, the video light automatically turns on when
more light is needed.
Video LIGHT
switch (CC6374
only)
12
Chapter "1
Connections
Setup
Insert a cassette tape
1.
Make, sure thc, camcord_'r
power
2.
is conn_'ct_,d
to a
supply.
Open
the LCD monitor
fully or adiust
the
viewf_nder.
3.
4.
With the camcorder set to }£_(automatic
record), slide the EJECI' switch until the
cassette tape holder {)pens. Don't force the
camcorder {)pen.
Insert a tape with the tape wheel facing up and
the tape window f_cing out.
Notes:
EJECTswitch
Make sure the tape
loading the cassette
slack, turn the wheel
tape in the direction
take up the slack.
is not slack when
tape. If there is any
on the cassette
of the arrow to
Make sure the Erase Protection
tab is in
the position that allows recording. If
not, slide the tab. Some tapes have
removable tabs. If the tab has been
removed, cover the hole with adhesive
tape.
Tape window
Tape wheel
5.
Push on the area marked CLOSE until the
cassette tape holder locks into place. (PAUSE
appears on the LCD or in the viewf_nder.)
Notes:
You can't open the cassette tape holder
unless a power supply is attached.
The cassette tape holder can't be
opened while the camcorder is in the
record mode.
Ar_OSEarked
BATTE_
_ASE
switch
Caution: Closing the LCD monitor while
cassette tape holder is still open may
damage the LCD monito_
the
Cassette tape holder
Chapter 1
13
Connections
_
Setup
MEN I dial
LCD monitor
S
Use the LCD monitor
to see what's
or viewfinder
recording
Using the LCD monitor
1.
Remove
2.
Open
3.
Tilt the monitor
4.
the lens cap.
the monitor
90
from
the camcorder
body.
18(Y fbiwvard or 90 down as
required fbr convenient
recording.
viewing
while
TO adjust the brightness
rotate the MENU dial.
of the LCD monitor,
Notes:
Adjusting the LCD monitor brightness
does not affect the recorded image on
the tape.
When the LCD monitor opens more than
25 _,the viewfinder automatically
turns
off. When the LCD monitor is closed, the
viewfinder automatically
turns on.
Viewfinder
Eyepiece
control
focus
)
14
Using the viewfinder
1.
Remove
2.
Close
the lens cap.
the lqnonitor.
Note: If the monitor is open more than 25 _,
the viewfinder turns off.
3.
Adjust tile viewfinder
to a comfkortable
4.
Turn
tile eyepiece
fbcus
of the viewfinder
fkocus control
fbr your
position.
to adjust
the
vision.
Chapter "1
Connections
)
Setup
Start recording
1.
Remove
2.
Set the Power
switch
(The POWER
indicator
the lens cap.
to _ (automatic
comes
record).
on.)
3.
Press and release the Recording Start/Stop
button to start recording. (a_ appears in the
viewfinder or LCD monitor (but won't show up
in the recording)).
4.
When finished recording, press and release the
Recording Start/Stop button again to stop
recording. The camcorder is now in the recordpause mode. (PAUS'k'appears in the viewfinder
or on the LCD monitor.)
\
Recording
Start/Stop
button
&
Power switch
Play your recording
1.
Set the Power
indicator
Playback buttons on top of
the camcorder include:
Press fl_e Rewind button 44 to reverse the tape
to the beginning. When rewound completely,
the camcorder automatically stops.
3.
Press the Play/Pause button IWII to start
playback. View file recording using the LCD
monitor or viewfinder.
4.
Press the Stop button • when f_nished playing
the tape.
Rewind (,4)
Fast Forward Obb).
to I_1_. (The POWH{
on.)
2.
Stop(l,
Play/Pause
(1_/I_
switch
comes
Notes:
Sound will play back if the LCD monitor
is open or closed. To adjust the volume,
use the Zoom Lever (also labeled
VOL - +).
More information
about using the LCD
monitor and viewfinder can be found on
pages 26-2Z
Chapter 1
15
Connections
Setup
Turn
off the camcorder
i.
Set the Power
2.
Close
the
switch
to OFF.
LCD monit
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