RCA CC643 manuel d'utilisation

camcorder user's guide CC641/CC643[...]

Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. WARNING: To reAuce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose ] camcorder or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture. I RISK OF _SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage'" inside the product that present[...]

We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty. .......... 800-283-6503 (pages 80-81) Customer Service ................................... 800-336-1900 (page 79) Accessories ............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 66-71) Safety Information ....................[...]

• Focusing • Auto Focus ................................ 32 • Focus Lock Feature .................. 32 • Manual Focus ........................... 33 • White Balance .......................... 34-35 • Fading In and Out ......................... 36 • 16 X 9 Mode ................................. 37 • Date/Time Display • Clock Lithiu[...]

This section describes only 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-flee numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter. Camcorder Exchange Warranty ............... 800-283-6503 Customer Service ...................[...]

To AC 100-240, 50/60 Hz POWER Indicator DC OUT Jack Adapter/ Charger DC Cable 2. Attach the adapter/charger. Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder. • Connect one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger. • Connect the other end of the DC cable to [...]

EJECT Button PUSH Here to Close Tape Window Tape Wheel LENS Cover Control ( p Switch and Handstrap Velcro Indicator Strip (Under Flap) 4. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand. • Lift the flap on the handstrap and separate the velcro strip. • Insert your hand, adjust the strap to fit snugly, refasten the Strap, and close the flap. 5. Slide LENS[...]

T2_30.40 Bu_on SP-SLP Button 7. Select a recording speed and tape length. Select SP or SLP recording speed. Press the SP-SLP button to select a recording speed. The speed selected (SP or SLP) appears in the viewfinder. • SP - Standard play provides the best picture, but the shortest recording time (20 minutes with a TC-20 tape). • SLP - Extende[...]

Eyepiece Focus Control Electronic Viewfinder AE Dial 8. Set the AE dial to A UTO. • This places the camcorder in the AUTO mode. • In the AUTO mode, the focus, exposure, and white balance are automatically controlled by the carncorder. • Many of the special effects do not operate in the AUTO mode. Details on page 28. J Adjust the viewfinder [...]

STOP Button PA US E Button Button Po_ver POWER Indicator (VCR/OFF/ CAMERA) Switch Thumb Trigger 10. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. _ appears in the viewfinder, and the tally light will light when the camcorder is recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The ca[...]

14. Review camcorder's operating controls. Power Zoom Lever to Close Cassette Compartment Lens Tally Light JLIP Connector (Located Under Small Cover) Microphone MENU Button SET BuUon SELECT Button AE Dial (continued on next page) 9[...]

14. Review camcorder's operating controls. (continued) Model CC643 Only: B (Bright) and C (White Balance) Controls (See trouble checks for details.) Shoulder Strap Attachment Clock Cell Battery Compartment Attach Rechargeable Battery Here Attach Adapter/ Charger's DC cord Here Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Eyepiece Focus Control Viewfi[...]

14. Review camcorder's operating controls. T20=30+40 Button (Also COUNTER R/M Button) SP-SIP Button r T20"[.._ 0 SP'SLP STOP Button _TER R/M I STOP / Button REW (Rewind) Bu (Also EDIT SEA RCH - Button) Fast Forward) Button (Also EDIT SEARCH + Button) BATT. (Battery) RELEASE Button 11[...]

Using 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 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge the battery. To AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz [...]

.- , -. -._, ,_,:.- ._.> • ,-. _. _,_ .4-, , .:/_.,_<_'_:,_7._. Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder The battery must be charged as described on the nextpage before it can be used the first time. Initial charging will take approximately 70 minutes. When fully charged, the battery should supply about 70 minutes of operating time (d[...]

POWER Indicator CHG Indictor END Indicator REFRESH Button Indicator Hold Battery Flush and Slide Reference Marks Adapter/Charger To AC Wall Outlet 100- 240 Volts, 50/60 Hz. k :. Charge the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger, remove its plug. 1. Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter/charger. [...]

Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder and shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery. • When _ appears, the battery is fully charged. • As the power is used _ and appear. • When the battery power is almost gone, x i / c---a flashes in the viewfinder. The camcorder will turn off automatica[...]

Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord shown on page 66 allows you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts i 2-volts to a 6-volt output. Note: Consult the installation and operating instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for complete operating instructions. : CautioJ ts:_e _is>de[...]

Make sure you select good quality tapes to be used with 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 c[...]

Inserting and Removing Cassettes PUSH Here to Close Cassette Compartment EJECT Button Tape Window Tape Wheel _'_ufi6n:O ..... ,- '_f_inghp_nd i_ the tape.win-_': dow facing out. Tab -,_uld glide _' ,_ t_e_ilytinttYthe ,._ compartment. -.-Do not force i e cassette. Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of t[...]

Viewfinder The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing For convenient viewing, you can slide the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate it up and down. Eyepiece Focus Control , _ / vi&{ind_:_o r pXetei , und e vie_d/ar the c[...]

Making a Recording The steps below tell you how to make a recording and suggest using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages. SELECT Button Button T20.30,,40 Button SP-SLP Button Lever EDIT SEARCH Buttons LENS COVER Control Attach Power Supply POWER Switch 20 1. Attach a power supply. Attach the a[...]

6. Select a recording speed and tape length. A. Press the SP-SLP button to select SP or SLP recording speed. B. Press the 720,30,40 button to select the length of the tape you are using (T20, T30, or T40) so the cam- corder can correctly calculate the time remaining. 7. Set the AE dial for a special effect. • Place the dial in AUTO to place the c[...]

_i;!;:.':_:.:_;:_! _--=-:='_-_:---" _ "_:- .5 :,:.'7t.=. :.= -,:.-. :'..: Battery Level Indicator ( _ ) • This indicator shows the amount of power left in the rechargeable battery. • This indicator flashes when the battery is almost empty. Cassette Warning • The _ indicator flashes when the power dial is set to C[...]

Viewfinder Displays (continued) 5rain M 0:00:00 LENS COVER TAPE END T30 +03 Change Indicator (=") This indicator appears to let you know that an item in the recording menu has been changed from the original factory setting. Dew Warning (l-g]) The dew indicator appears when exces- sive moisture (condensation) has entered the camcorder. The camc[...]

Lithium Cell ( d_ ) • This indicator appears for a few seconds when you turn on the camcorder and the clock cell is missing or needs to be replaced. • Details are on page 3& Self-Timer, Animation, and Time-Lapse Indicators (,_ 1S and _O15S) • The interval time selected for self-timer or time-lapse recording ( _ 15S, 30S, 1MIN, or 5MIN) ap[...]

Tally Light Microphone Flying Erase Head A separate erase head is mounted on the spinning headwheel (hence the term "flying"). This allows you to make clean edits without the "glitches" or "rainbow noise" that may occur at the beginning or the end of recordings. Auto Head Cleaner The camcorder has an automatic head- cl[...]

Exposure Control When the AE dial is in AUTO, the camcorder controls the iris for you. Under normal conditions, the camcorder will adjust brightness automati- cally. You may need to adjust brightness manually when the background is too bright or too dark in comparison with the subject. "AE Dial Manual Exposure 1. Place the POWER switch in CAME[...]

Zooming You can zoom in and out for close ups or wide-ang]:e shots just by sliding the zoom lever on the camcorder. The camcorder can automatically focus when you zoom at most distances. If you want to record a close-up of a small subject closer than three feet, you can turn on the Tele Macro feature in the recording menu. This feature allows you t[...]

Tele Macro Zooming FOCUS b. FOCUS < To Turn on Tele Macro Zooming 1. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder. 3. Press + or- in the center of the AE dial to highlight TELE MACRO. GAIN UP MAX INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME END :MEN[...]

Focusing Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically. Under certain conditions, you may need to focus manually. AE Dial FOCUS i: Auto Focus During auto focus the camcorder will focus automatically on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder. • Place the AE dial in AUTO to turn on the auto focus feature. [...]

Manual Focus Under certain conditions, such as those listed, you may need to focus manually. 1. Set the AE dial to MAN. 2. Slide the power zoom lever toward T to zoom in on your subject. To maintain proper focus throughout the zoom range, you must zoom in on the subject before adjusting the focus. 3. Press FOCUS • or FOCUS • to display a clear [...]

White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved by adjusting the way the camcorder "sees" and records the light source in the scene you wish to record. Your camcorder is equipped with automatic white balance. However, under certain conditions, such as recording an objec!: with various shades o[...]

° . Press SET until the white balance indicator you want appears in the viewfinder. _.M.W.B.4 MWB The white balance indicator you select will appear in the viewfinder. • No indicator appears when you select auto white balance. • Select MWB when shooting subjects with different color temperatures and adjust the white balance as follows: Note: C[...]

Fading In and Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade in and out of scenes. The picture will gradually appear or disappear. The speed of the fade is automatically controlled by the camcorder. I Dial Button _ELECT Button 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light. The camcorder will enter record[...]

16 X 9 Mode The camcorder has a 16 X 9 recording mode that lets you make recordings compatible with the 16X9 format. When 16 X 9 is activated, the camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the picture to produce the wide-screen effect. This is also known as "letterbox" recording. New 16x9 TV Screen Standard Shape TV Screen AE [...]

Date/Time Display -- Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator t_ will flash for a few seconds in the viewfinder when you turn on the camcorder if the cell has not been installed or needs to be replaced. Clock Cell (+ Side Insert Object Here to Remove Cel Clock Cell Compartment Install the Clock Lithium Cell 1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, [...]

Date/Time Display m Setting the Time and Date The date and time must be set before it can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous page before the date can be set and recorded. AE Dial Button 1. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appea[...]

Date/Time and Title Display m Recording The clock cell must be installed and the date and time set (as shown on the previous pages) before the date and time can be selected and recorded. You must have created a title (as described on page 43) before your title can be selected and recorded. Dial Button SELECT Button Select Date, Date and Time, or Ti[...]

AUTO DATE / SET CHAR V,_?_ _ Title Display NOV 18.97 NOV 18.97 AM10:25 _Display ? To Record the Date, Date and Time, or Title on Your Tape lo 2. . 4. Place the camcorder in record pause. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO unless you want to record AUTO DATE. Repeatedly press SELECT to display D, DISP.._ . Repeatedly press SET to display AUTO [...]

Titles -- Recording The title feature lets you choose one of eight preset titles or create your own title -- up to 18 characters. The clock cell battery must be installed as shown on page 38 before you can create or store your own title. Dial Button MENU Button Add a Preset Title 1. Attach a power supply and place POWER switch in CAMERA. The power [...]

b: ,. ,<.:_ :i _ _. 7_ • {;. .. 7, •._ _, :_:< :,.:., _>:,:_-_':'--'t-_'_ 4;r;ti-:.;,,_._':. :. Create Your Own Title 1. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder. 3. Press + or- in the center of the AE dial to highlight SET CHARACTER. G[...]

Gain Up This feature allows you to choose how you want to record subjects in dark environments. MENU Button 1. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. Note: GAIN UP MAX is automatically selected when the AE dial is set to AUTO. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder. TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF REC TIME O[...]

AE Dial The AE dial lets you select one of several different effects. Turn the dial to select the effect you want. The indicator for the effect will appear in the view- finder. Set the AE dial to MAN for normal recording. Mode Indicator Uses Places camcorder in full auto mode. Fade, display, title, A UTO AUTO LOCK 16 X 9, manual focus, manual expos[...]

Self-Timer The self-timer lets you set the camcorder to delay recording so you can be in the scene when recording begins. -----_AE Dial Tally Light 'MENU Button To Set the Self-Timer 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light. 2. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 3. Press the MENU button. The recording menu wil[...]

, Press -_ or _ in the center of the AE dial to select the amount of time you want the camcorder to delay before recording starts. • Select 15S to delay the recording for 15 seconds. • Select 30S to delay the recording for 30 seconds. • Select IMIN to delay the recording for one minute. • Select 5MIN to delay the recording for five minutes.[...]

Animation Recording Animation recording produces an illusion of movement for an otherwise stationary scene or object by shooting a series of pictures of slightly different poses (such as cartooning). AE Dial Tally Light MENU Button To Record Using Animation 1. Place the POWER switch in CAM- ERA. The power indicator will light. 2. Press SP-SLP to se[...]

6. Press 4 or _- in the center of the AE dial to select the amount of time you want the camcorder to record. • Select 1/4S to record for 1/4 second. • Select 1/2S to record for 1/2 second. • Select 1S to record for one second. • Select OFF if you do not want the camcorder to record for a set amount of time. 7. Press MENU to exit the menu. 8[...]

Time-Lapse Recording 50 Time-lapse recording makes automatic recordings at preset time intervals. The recording will show subtle changes (such as shifts in cloud formations or plant growth) when it remains focused on an object. Tally Light AE Dial To Record Using Time Lapse 1. Place the POWER switch in CAM- ERA. The power indicator will light. 2. P[...]

"7. Press + or - to select REC TIME. GAIN UP MAX TELE MACRO OFF INTERVAL TIMER OFF JLIP ID NO. 07 SET CHARACTER DATE/TIME END :MENU KEY 8. Press 4 or _ in the center of the AE dial to select the amount of time you want the camcorder to record. • Select 1/4S to record for 1/4 second. • Select 1/2S to record for 1/2 second. • Select IS to [...]

Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder for the tape speed you have selected is automatically displayed in the viewfinder. Use the T20o30o40 button to set the correct tape length before the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining. T20,30,40 Button SP-SLP Button 30MIN I 30MIN 29MIN SP I 3MIN 1 2MIN[...]

JLIP (Joint Level Interface Protocol) Identification Number The camcorder has a JLIP connector that may be used in the future to connect a device, such as a home computer. AE Dial JLIP Connector MENU Button To Select a JLIP ID NO. 1. Place the POWER switch in CAM- ERA. The power indicator will light. 2. Make sure the AE dial is not set to AUTO. 3. [...]

Recording and Traveling Tips Recording Tips • In case of fire or theft, make a video • recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place. • Try to make sure indoor scenes are • well-lit. • Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steady, gradual "pan" avoids blurring and "jitter"[...]

Attaching 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. 4. If the strap keeper is over a double section of the strap, slide the strap keeper off th[...]

Using the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. The cassette adapter allows you to play your VHS-C cassettes in a VCR just like other standard VHS cassettes. Insert the VHS-C cassette into the cassette adapter. Insert the cassette adapter into the VHS VCR like a normal VHS cassette. Install[...]

Load Detector . Gently close the cassette compartment Cauf!om If,_e lid until it locks into place. Make sure the cassette reel area under the adapter extending: ! • • a is free to turn while the cassette is _e_ _al loading. _i_;:. to, load _:tlie e_se Note: You should hear a whirring sound l_se_ _e;_e_setl while the tape loads. The adapter&apos[...]

Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder playback is the simplest way to watch tapes using the camcorder. EJECT Switch Button PLAY/ PAUSE Button FF Button REW Button POWER Switch in VCR To Play Back a Tape 1. Place POWER switch in VCR. The power indicator will light. 2. Slide EJECT and insert the cassette you want to play back. Close the cassette compartmen[...]

Playback Features Visual Searching • During playback, press and release FF or REW if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse. • Press PLAY/PA USE to return to normal playback. • For brief searching, press and hold FF or REW for more than two seconds. • Release the button to return to normal playback. Stop-Action Pause •[...]

Playback Features (Continued) CO UN TER R/M Button Button Switch REW Button Switch in VCR Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When memory stop is on, the tape will stop automatically during rewind or fast forward wh[...]

Playback Features (Continued) FOCUS Tracking Buttons (Also + and - Buttons) Tracking During playback, streaks may 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 may reduce picture "jitter" (picture bouncing up and[...]

Playback on TV (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, you will need an optional audio/video cable such as VH83 shown on page 68. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV. B[...]

Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to 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[...]

Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you will need an optional 1CVA147C RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90 shown on page 68. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 62-63. VHF Antenna d Optional 300-7[...]

Playback Operation 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to channel 3 or 4. 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel you selected with the RF output adapter's CH3/CH4 switch. 3. Place adapter's VCR/TV switch in VCR. 4. Place POWER switch in VCR. Power indicator will light. 5. Press PLAY/PA USE on the camcorder. • [...]

We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your compact 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 enjoyabl[...]

FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Batteries These rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries are designed specifically for long life. The FB 1260 is the same battery that came packed with your camcorder. The FB 120 powers your camcorder twice as long as the FB 1260 (depending on how much you use zoom and pause). Both can be recharged with the AC adapter/cha[...]

1CVA147C RF Output Adapter VH54 Cable Transformer This RF output adapter is used with a coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90, 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 will also need a 300-to-75 ohm transformer. If your TV [...]

=Z )( i Order Form for Camcorder Model CC643/CC641 Description Super Lightweight Tripod Soft Camcorder Case Shoulder Strap Y-Adapter AC Battery Charger Car Cord Adapter Rechargeable Battery (Extended) Rechargeable Battery (Standard) 75-300 Cable Transformer Coaxial RF-Cable Audio/Video Cable Coaxial RF-Cable RF Output Adapter AC Adapter/Charger and[...]

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To order accessories, contact your local Dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM (EST) Monday thr[...]

Troubles sometimes are caused by simple "faults" that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies. Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustm[...]

Tape stops during rewind or fast forward Camcorder remains in pause mode Sound is too low or distorted Dew Indicator flashing in viewfinder Poor auto-focus operation Viewfinder displays are out of focus Time-counter memory may be on. Whenever an "M" appears with the time-counter display, the camcorder will stop rewinding (or fast forwardi[...]

Picture is too dark or subject too dark Picture recorded with special effect Colors do not look natural on recording Title recorded on tape Date and/or time were recorded on tape Date and/or time are incorrect Cannot set REC or INTERVAL time for animation or time- lapse recording • For best results, only use higher shutter speeds outdoors. Rotate[...]

Vertical white lines appear when shooting bright object Error number (EO1, E02, etc.) appears in viewfinder This may occur when background extremely contrasts with the subject. Try disconnecting power source. Wait ten seconds and then connect power source again. If error number does not disappear from viewfinder, consult your Authorized RCA Camcord[...]

Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's exterior, remove any power source connected to the camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth. Cleaning the Camcorder's Lens __:__'___:_:___'_ To clean the camcorder's lens, blow it with a blower brush, and then gently wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercia[...]

Proper Care and Storage Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder's cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and will cause excessive wear to both the camcorder's recording/playback heads and cassettes. Always close the lens cover when the camcorder is not in use. Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are fre[...]

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and [...]

You can reach Thomson at the following number: 800-283-6503 (Toll free inside U.S.A.) Our toll-free Camcorder number operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST Monday - Friday for U.S. customers only Thomson provides a toll-free telephone number to help you with any problems you may encounter with your camcorder. Many can be diagnosed over the phone, and [...]

What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days for labor charges. • One year for parts. What we will do: During the initial 90 days • Exchange your camcorder with a new or, at our option, a refurbished unit or at your option, repair your camcorder at no cost to you. After the[...]

Return transportation, storage, and handling costs and insurance are your sole responsibil- ity. We accept no liability in case of damage or loss. To receive a replacement unit after we have received your unit: 1. Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss. [...]

General Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: CC641:5.3 watts CC643:5.5 watts Camera Section Image Sensor: 1/4" CCD Imager Lens: F1.6, f=3.8 to 68.4mm 18:1 power zoom lens Filter Diameter: 46 mm Weight: Approximately 1.8 lbs. CC641: 820 grams CC643:805 grams Tripod Mount One 1/4" x 20 threaded hole Dimensions - Including Viewfinder: [...]

+ and-buttons 29, 31, 39, 43, 46, 48, 50 16 X 9 mode 23, 37 Accessories included 3 optional 66 order form 69 Adapter/charger, using 12 AE dial 7, 9, 20, 21, 28, 29, 31, 32, 35, 36, 37, 39, 40, 42, 43, 46, 48, 50, 53 indicators 21, 22 AE dial features 45 Animation recording 48 Assistance 1, 3, 79 AUDIO/VIDEO jacks 10, 62, 64 AUTO DATE feature 28, 40[...]

Indicators 16X9 23 AE dial 21, 22, 45 animation 25 AUTO 22 BACK LIT 22, 45 batterylevel 15, 23 change 24 DISP. 23, 43 exposure 24 FADE 21, 23, 36 focus 24 FRONT LIT 22, 45 HZ:HAZE 22, 45 LENS COVER 25 lithium cell 25 M.W.B. 23, 34 MAN 22, 45 pause 23 power 29 S 1/1000 22, 45 SD:SHADOW 22, 45 SELECT button 23 self-timer 25 SEPIA 22, 45 SPORTS 22, 45[...]

menu 31, 39, 43, 46, 50, 53 self-timer 46 speed 21 time-lapse 50 title display 40 Recording speeds 6, 17 Recording tips 54 REFRESH button, adapter/charger 14 Registration i REW (rewind) button 8, 11, 59 RF DC OUT jack 10, 64 RF output adapter, optional 64 Safety information i Safety precautions, battery 13 Safety tab 17 SELECT button 9, 20, 21, 34,[...]

Need Assistance? We want to help! U.S. Consumers: Camcorder Exchange Warranty Customer Service Accessories 800-283-6503 800-336-1900 800-338-0376 Canadian Consumers: English French 800-522-0338 800-522-0445 If your camcorder needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products t[...]