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Camcorder
User’s Guide
Changing Entertainment. Again.
CC6384/CC6394
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Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of electric WARNING shock, do not remove cover (or To reduce the RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK back). No user serviceable parts risk of fire or DO NOT OPEN inside. Refer servicing to qualified electric shock, do service personnel. not expose this product or AC This symbol This symbol indicates charger to rain or indicates "dangerous voltage" moisture. important inside the product that instructions presents a risk of accompanying the electric shock or pro
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1: Connections & Setup Parts Checklist ......................................................................................... 6 Buttons and Controls ............................................................................. 7 Getting Started ....................................................................................... 9 Unpack the camcorder and accessories .......................................... 9 Adjust the hand strap ..............
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Table of Contents Recording and Playback Icons ....................................................... 31 Other Icons ..................................................................................... 35 Chapter 3: Recording Recording Details.................................................................................. 38 Journalistic Shooting ...................................................................... 38 Self-Recording ..........................................................
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Table of Contents Index ............................................................................................... 65 Index Playback ................................................................................ 66 Protecting Images .......................................................................... 67 Unprotecting Images ..................................................................... 68 Deleting Images .........................................................................
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Table of Contents Things to Avoid ............................................................................ 105 Traveling Tips ...................................................................................... 106 Specifications ...................................................................................... 107 Customer Assistance and Service ...................................................... 109 Limited Warranty .................................................................
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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 Recording Format • Setting the Tape Recording Speed • Setting the Tape Length Changing Entertainment. Again. 5
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COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON CHD AS RC GE VIR DE EFO RESH EJECT (DS D CIG IN IT/A OL UT) STEADY PIX/TBC + + /M TR EA N C U K /B IN R G IGHT SNAPSHOT VOL Connections & Setup Parts Checklist Make sure the box includes the items shown here: Camcorder AC power supply Battery pack Part # 250814 Part # 244427 (FB1260) (CC6394 only) Part # 244265 (CC6384 only) Cassette tape adapter AA battery for Lens cap Shoulder strap Part # ACS091 Part # 244270 cassette tape Part # 251624
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COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON CHARGE DSC VIDEO REFRESH EJECT STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M F E WIPE AD / P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON DIGITAL (DSC IN/OUT) STEADY PIX/TBC + + MENU/BRIGHT /TRACKING SNAPSHOT VOL Connections & Setup Buttons and Controls MENU/ SNAPSHOT Power Zoom/ VOL lever Viewfinder BRIGHT/ button TRACKING dial STEADY PIX™ button S-video jack Audio/Video jacks Power switch BATTERY Recording RELEASE Start/Stop switch button Eyepiece focus control DIGIT
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STOP R RETAKE F Connections & Setup Playback DSC/CHARGE buttons indicator VIDEO/REFRESH indicator STOP R RETAKE F Video LIGHT switch EJECT switch COUNTER R/M and P.AE DIGIFECT REFRESH button FADE/WIDE button button button Shoulder strap eyelets LCD monitor Area marked CLOSE Tripod mounting sockets Camcorder bottom view 8 Chapter 1 COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON CHARGE VIDEO REFRESH EJECT COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON CHARGE DSC VIDEO REFRESH E
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Connections & Setup Getting Started This section describes the basics on how to set up your camcorder to record for the first time. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Unpack the camcorder and accessories • The items shown are packed with the camcorder. If any pieces are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. • Remove the plastic film that covers the front and side logos on the camcorder. Use your fingernail, not anything sharp, to remove.
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STOP STOP R RETAKE F R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Connections & Setup Adjust the hand strap 1. Lift the flap on the hand strap and separate the Velcro strip. 2. Insert your hand so your fingers can comfortably reach the buttons. 3. Adjust the strap to fit snugly. 4. Refasten the strap, and fold the flap back down. Attach the lens cap To protect the lens, attach the provided lens cap to the camcorder a
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Connections & Setup 2 AC power supply 1 DC IN jack Attach the power supply Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, you need to use an AC outlet to power the camcorder. 1. Plug the small end of the power supply into the DC IN jack on the camcorder. 2. Plug the other end of the power supply into a working AC outlet. Chapter 1 11 MENU/BRIGHT SNAPSHOT VOL /TRACKING + + STEADY PIX/TBC DIGITAL (DSC
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT M LIGH T OFF AU TO ON A Connections & Setup Turn on the camcorder Set the Power switch to the desired setting, either automatic ( A) or manual ( M) record mode, powered off (OFF), or in playback mode ( ). The VIDEO indicator comes on when the camcorder is turned on. Automatic recording A places the camcorder into AutoShot™ mode. Focus, exposure, iris control, white balance, and the video light are controlled by the camcorder during automatic
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STOP R RETAKE F Connections & Setup Insert a cassette tape 1. Make sure the camcorder is connected to a power supply. 2. Open the LCD monitor fully or adjust the viewfinder. 3. With the camcorder set to A (automatic STOP R RETAKE F record), slide the EJECT switch until the cassette tape holder opens. Don’t force the camcorder open. 4. Insert a tape with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. Notes: EJECT switch • Make sure the tape is not slack when loading the cassette tape. I
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE D IGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON STOP R RETAKE F Connections & Setup MENU dial Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to see what’s recording Using the LCD monitor 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Open the monitor 90˚ from the camcorder body. LCD monitor 3. Tilt the monitor 180˚ forward or 90˚ down as required for convenient viewing while recording. 4. To adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor, rotate the MENU dial. Notes: • Adjusting the LCD monitor brightness do
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. A E DIGIFECT M LIGH T OFF AU TO ON A Connections & Setup Start recording 1. Remove the lens cap. 2. Set the Power switch to A (automatic record). (The VIDEO indicator comes on.) 3. Press and release the Recording Start/Stop REC appears in the button to start recording. ( 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
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STOP R RETAKE F COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT M LIGH T OFF AU TO ON A Connections & Setup Turn off the camcorder 1. Set the Power switch to OFF. 2. Close the LCD monitor. Powering the Camcorder You can power your camcorder with a battery or AC DC IN power. jack Charging the Battery Power switch 1. Set the Power switch to OFF. 2. Make sure the battery is attached to the camcorder. Hook the top end of the battery to the camcorder and push the battery in until it locks in place. CHARGE ind
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Connections & Setup Notes: • If a protective cap is on the battery, remove it before use or charging. • When charging a battery for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may not come on. Remove the battery and try again. • Charge the battery in temperatures between 50˚ and 90˚ Fahrenheit (10-35˚ Celsius). • Charging times are based on a fully discharged battery and vary depending on ambient temperature and battery condition. Approximate charging time Battery Chargin
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STOP R RETAKE COUNTER R/M FADE/WIPE P. AE DIGIFECT LIGHT OFF AUTO ON Connections & Setup Removing the Battery Slide the BATTERY RELEASE switch and pull out the battery pack. Refreshing the Battery If you charge a battery before it has been fully discharged, the battery’s capacity may be reduced over time. We recommend you discharge or “refresh” your battery before recharging it. BATTERY 1. Follow steps 1-3 in “Charging the Battery” (see RELEASE switch page 16). 2. Press and hold the REFRESH bu
