RCA CC9360 - Chapter 1: Connections & Setup

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Chapter 1

Connections & Setup

Chapter Overview:

• Parts Checklist

• Buttons and Controls

• Getting Started

• Powering the Camcorder

• Using the Shoulder Strap

• Setting the Date and Time

• Setting the Tape Recording Speed

Changing Entertainment. Again.

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Default Chapter2
- Important Information2
- Product Registration2
- Table of Contents3
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup7
Parts Checklist8
Buttons and Controls9
- Light Switch10
- Lcd Monitor10
Getting Started11
- Unpack the Camcorder and Accessories11
- Adjust the Hand Strap11
- Attach the Lens Cap12
- Attach the Power Supply12
- Turn on the Camcorder13
- Set the LIGHT Switch to AUTO13
- Insert a Cassette Tape14
- Use the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder to See What's Recording15
- Start Recording16
- Play Your Recording16
- Turn off the Camcorder17
Powering the Camcorder17
- Charging the Battery17
- Removing the Battery18
- Battery Level Icon20
- Battery Care and Storage20
- Using the Power Supply21
- Removing the Power Supply21
Using the Shoulder Strap22
Setting the Date and Time23
Setting the Tape Recording Speed24
Chapter 2: Using the Monitors25
Seeing What You Are Recording26
- Using the LCD Monitor26
- Using the Viewfinder27
- Eyepiece Focus Control27
On-Screen Icons28
- Warning Icons28
- Recording and Playback Icons29
- Other Icons34
- Steady Pix Icon34
Chapter 3: Recording35
Recording Details36
- Journalistic Shooting36
- Self-Recording37
- Digital and Optical Zooming37
- Using Steady Pix39
- Using the Video Light40
- Video Light Details40
- Time Code Display41
- Selecting a Snapshot Mode42
- Taking Snapshots44
- Blank Search45
Recording Tips46
Chapter 4: Playback47
Playback Options48
- Basic Playback48
- Still Playback Mode50
- Shuttle Search50
- Frame-By-Frame Playback51
Choose Your Connection52
- Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks52
- Connecting to a TV (or VCR) with an S-Video Input Jack53
- Playback on a TV (or VCR) with Audio/Video Input Jacks54
- Dubbing to a VCR55
- Dubbing to Another Digital Video Camcorder56
Chapter 5: Advanced Features57
Using the Menus for Advanced Adjustment58
Menu Definitions59
- Camera Menu59
- Manual Menu60
- System Menu60
- Display Menu61
Using the Advanced Features63
- Night Mode63
- Fade/Wipe Effects64
- Program AE with Special Effects67
- Exposure Control70
- Iris Lock71
- Focusing72
- Auto Focus72
- Manual Focus73
- White Balance Adjustment74
- Date/Time Insert75
- Manual White Balance75
- Wide Mode76
- Wind Cut78
- Resetting the Camcorder Defaults78
Chapter 6: Downloading to a PC79
- Connecting to a Computer80
Chapter 7: Other Information81
Troubleshooting82
Final Notes85
- Power85
- Date/Time Settings85
- Video Recording86
- Tapes87
Care and Cleaning88
- After Using the Camcorder88
- Cleaning the Camcorder88
- Proper Care and Storage89
- Tape Care and Storage89
- Things to Avoid90
Traveling Tips90
Specifications91
Limited Warranty93
FCC and Industry Canada Information97
Optional Accessories98
- Accessories Order Form101
Index105

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