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USER‘S GUIDE CC634 CAMCO RDER.
i Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. Cautions CAUTION : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
1 T able of Contents Safety Information ..............................i Product Registration ...........................i Table of Contents ............................1-2 First-Time Operation • Assistance ..........................................3 • Unpack Camcorder & Accessories .
T able of Contents 2 Recording • Make a Recording ......................22-23 • Recording Tips ................................24 • Viewfinder .......................................25 • Viewfinder Displays...................26-29 • Tally Light .
3 First-T ime Operation F 1 2 F MODE P U S H A U T O M A N 1. 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.
4 3. Insert a tape. • Slide EJECT . • Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape. • Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. • Press on the area labeled PUSH until the cassette door locks into place.
BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – VCR CAMERA POWER OFF 5 EJECT F1 F2 ODE P U S H A U T O M A N Tape Wheel Tape Window PUSH Here to Close First-T ime Operation EJECT Button 6.
6 BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – VCR CAMERA POWER OFF First-T ime Operation 7. Select a recording speed and tape length using SP•SLP/T20•30•40 switch.
7 F 1 2 F MODE P U S H A U T O M A N FULL AUTO Electronic Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control Scene Select AE Dial 8. Set the scene select AE dial to AUTO . • This places the camcorder in the AUTO mode. FULL AUTO will appear in the side display panel.
8 BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – VCR CAMERA POWER OFF First-T ime Operation 10. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording.
9 F 1 2 F MODE P U S H A U T O M A N First-T ime Operation Lens Display Panel MODE Button F2 Button F1 Button 13. Review camcorder’ s operating controls.
10 First-T ime Operation 13. Review camcorder’ s operating controls. (continued) BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – SP-SLP/T20•30•40 COUNTER R/M TRACKING MAN.
11 Powering Y our Camcorder Attach Adapter/Charger 1. Plug power connector’s plug into DC OUT jack on adapter/charger. 2. Align the reference mark on the power connector with the mark on the camcorder.
12 To Charge the Battery If the power connector 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. 2. Hold the battery flush against the adapter/charger and slide it in the direction of the arrow.
13 Powering Y our Camcorder BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – VCR CAMERA POWER OFF Attach the Charged Battery If the power connector is attached to the camcorder, remove it before attaching the battery. Also, install the lithium clock cell before attaching the battery pack.
14 Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder and shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery. Powering Y our Camcorder Battery Care and Storage • Recharging takes approximately 70 minutes depending on the battery’s condition.
15 Powering Y our Camcorder 1. Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder. Power indicator turns off. 2. If the battery is attached to the camcorder, remove it. 3. Hold the power connector flush against the back of the camcorder and press the bottom of the power connector down until it locks into place as shown.
16 Remote Contr ol A brief description of the remote button’s functions is given here. Many of the buttons perform the same functions as the corresponding controls on the camcorder. ZOOM START/STOP SELF INT. TIME TIME LAPSE REC TIME ANIM. PAUSE FF A.
17 Remote Contr ol INSERT Button Used for dubbing video. See page 53. START/STOP Button When the POWER switch is in CAMERA , press START/STOP to start and stop recording. Note: If the camcorder is left in record pause for more than five minutes, power will turn off.
18 Remote Contr ol Install Lithium Cell The remote’s lithium cell is packed separately. Install it as follows: 1. Turn remote over, insert a pencil or paper clip in small hole and remove battery holder. 2. Insert battery in battery holder so positive (+) terminal faces up.
19 T raveling T ips • 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 to avoid damage to your camcorder and accessories when operating them at a beach or pool.
20 V ideo Cassettes You can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording, just record over it. Safety Tab A. Remove B. Cover hole with vinyl tape to record over tape. safety tab. We recommend that our cassettes be used with your camcorder.
21 EJECT F1 F2 ODE P U S H A U T O M A N V ideo Cassettes Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of the cassette in the direction shown to remove any slack in the tape. Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and Storage • When you are finished with a cassette, rewind it, remove it from the camcorder, and label it.
22 F 1 2 F MODE P U S H A U T O M A N Recording 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. 1. Attach a power supply.
23 Recording 7. Place the LIGHT OFF•AUTO•ON switch in AUTO . The light will turn on automatically when you need more light. 8. Set the scene select AE dial. • Place the dial in AUTO to place the camcorder in the AUTO mode. • Place the dial in ( ) sports or ( ) fast speed shutter to record fast moving action.
24 Recording 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. Use the built-in light. This improves picture quality and color reproduction.
25 Recording Cautions Do not force the viewfinder to rotate completely around. This will damage the viewfinder and/or the camcorder. When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap, put the viewfinder in and down. This helps prevent possible damage to the viewfinder from bumping against your body as you move.
26 Recording Zoom Level This indicator tells you whether you are zoomed in or zoomed out. Details are on page 34. Exposure Indicator Bar This indicator appears when you are adjusting brightness manually. Details are on page 42. Preset Title • The preset title you select will appear in this area.
27 Recording Cassette Warning • The indicator flashes when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA and the safety tab has been removed from the cassette. • The indicator also flashes when the POWER switch is set to CAMERA and there is no cassette in the camcorder.
28 Recording White Balance • The indicator for the manual white balance selected with the MAN.W.BAL (manual white balance) button appears here. • No indicator appears for automatic white balance. • Details are on page 36. 13 Dew Warning ( ) The dew indicator appears when excessive moisture (condensation) has entered the camcorder.
29 Recording MODE Features ( F1 and F2) • The scene select AE dial may not be in AUTO to use these features. • The F1 and F2 features selected with the MODE button appear here. • Details are on page 37. Status Displays • The REC indicator appears here when the camcorder is recording.
30 Recording T ally Light The tally light lights when the camcorder is recording. Microphone The microphone picks up the sound during a recording. It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed. Flying Erase Head A separate erase head is mounted on the spinning headwheel (hence the term “flying”).
31 BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF ZOOM START/STOP SELF INT.
32 BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF Recording Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of a prerecorded tape.
33 Recording BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF T ape Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder is automatically displayed in the viewfinder.
34 ZOOM START/STOP SELF INT. TIME TIME LAPSE REC TIME ANIM. PAUSE FF A.DUB INSERT REW STOP PLAY Recording The motorized zoom lens allows you to zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by sliding the power zoom lever on the camcorder or pressing ZOOM T or W on the remote.
35 Recording Scene Select AE Dial The scene select 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 viewfinder. Set the dial to MAN for normal recording.
36 BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIM E/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TR AC K IN G UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF Recording White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about.
37 Recording MODE Button When the scene select AE dial is in any position except AUTO, you can select any one of six functions using the MODE, F1, and F2 buttons.
38 Recording 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. Fade In 1. Place the POWER switch to CAMERA.
1. Place the POWER switch to CAMERA. The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause. 2. Make sure scene select AE dial is not set to AUTO. 3. Press MODE until 16X9 appears beside the F2 button in the display panel. 16X9 appears in the viewfinder.
40 F 1 2 F MODE A U T O M A N P U S H FOCUS EXP. F 2 F 1 F1 F2 MODE 1 2 0 x P U S H A U T O M A N FOCUS EXPOSURE Focusing the Camcorder Focus Lock Feature The focus lock feature is useful when objects pass between your subject and the camcorder or your main subject is not located in the center of the viewfinder.
41 Recording Manual Focus Under certain conditions, such as those listed, you may need to focus manually. 1. Make sure the scene select AE dial is not set to AUTO. 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.
42 Recording T o Manually Contr ol Brightness 1. Make sure the scene select AE dial is not set to AUTO. 2. Press MODE until EXPOSURE appears beside the F2 button in the display panel. EXP. appears in the viewfinder. 3. Press and hold F2 while sliding the power zoom lever toward T to F 2 brighten the image or toward W to darken the image.
43 Recording ZOOM START/STOP SELF INT. TIME TIME LAPSE REC TIME ANIM. PAUSE FF A.DUB INSERT REW STOP PLAY START/STOP Button TIME LAPSE SELF INT./TIME Button Self Timer – Remote Only 1MIN 3. Press START/STOP on the remote (thumb trigger on camcorder).
44 Recording Titler You can superimpose one of the eight preset titles stored in memory over the scene being recorded. You can also create your own title (up to 18 characters), store it, and record it alone or with one of the preset titles. Recording a Title Stored in Memory 1.
Recording 6. Repeatedly press DATE/TIME/CHAR + or – until the first character for your title is flashing. Notes: To leave a blank space, select the blank space in front of “A.” Press and hold the button to rapidly advance the flashing cursor. 7.
46 1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supply attached to the camcorder. 2. Press release tab of clock cell compart- ment cover and open the compartment. 3. Insert the clock cell with the “+” terminal facing out. 4. Close the compartment cover.
47 BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF 1. Make sure the clock cell is installed. 2. Attach a power supply. 3. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA .
48 • Date/Time Display: The date and time will be displayed and recorded. • TV On-Screen Display: The viewfinder displays will appear on the screen of a TV connected to the camcorder during record pause. In this mode the date will be displayed and recorded.
49 • The date has been set or changed. • This display mode has just been selected. • The tape has been changed or the tape compartment opened. 5. Press F2 to remove the display from the viewfinder when you are finished recording it. 6. To record the display again, place the camcorder in record pause and press F2 .
50 ZOOM START/STOP SELF INT. TIME TIME LAPSE REC TIME ANIM. PAUSE FF A.DUB INSERT REW STOP PLAY BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – VCR CAMERA POWER OFF Recording To Record Using Animation 1.
51 Recording 30MIN T30 SP 1/4S PAUSE To Record Using Time Lapse 1. Use the SP•SLP/T20•30•40 switch to set the tape speed to SP . 2. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA to put the camcorder in record pause. 3. Press TIME LAPSE ANIM. REC/TIME on remote to select the amount of recording time (1/4, 1/2 or 1 second).
52 Recording ZOOM START/STOP SELF INT. TIME TIME LAPSE REC TIME ANIM. PAUSE FF A.DUB INSERT REW STOP PLAY BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF T o Audio Dub 1.
53 Recording Edit Insert (Remote Only) Edit insert lets you record new video in place of previously recorded video without replacing the audio. Note: To dub new audio at the same time, press A.DUB and PAUSE together. Press INSERT and PAUSE together to return to the edit-insert mode.
Recording 54 Built-In Color Enhancement Light The built-in color enhancement light will automatically add more light when needed. The POWER switch must be in CAMERA to operate the video light. F 1 2 F MODE P U S H A U T O M A N T o Use the Light Set the LIGHT OFF•AUTO•ON switch.
55 Recording Replacing the Bulb We recommend you consult your dealer or Servicenter to replace the bulb..
56 Recording 1. If the strap keeper is over a double section of the strap, slide the strap keeper off the end of the strap. Replace the keeper on the strap between the buckle and the end of the strap as shown. 2. Loop the end of the strap over the top of the shoulder strap attachment ring.
57 BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R DATE/TIME/CHAR––SET T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW + – VCR CAMERA POWER OFF Playback FF Button REW .
58 Playback Install Cassette Adapter’s Battery Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter 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.
59 4. Gently close the cassette compartment lid until it locks into place. Make sure the cassette reel area under the adapter is free to turn while the cassette is loading. Note: You should hear a whirring sound while the tape loads. The adapter’s load detector will automatically retract into the adapter.
60 Playback 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, just be sure to 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.
61 Playback Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording) Caution: The unauthorized recording of copyrighted material may infringe the rights of others. 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to the video input channel.
62 Playback BATT. RELEASE B C AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO DATE T20•30•40 UNTER R/M W.BAL. REW + – OR 1 VHF Antenna OR OR 2 3 2 VHF VHF Back of TV Optional Coaxial RF Cable (such as VH82 or VH84) Optio.
63 Viewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Playback 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.
64 AC201A Soft Carrying Case Custom compact soft case designed especially to provide protection and utility for your compact VHS camcorder and most accessories. Rugged fabric lined with soft non-abrasive material and generous padding. Has three outside pockets with storage for lens filters, adapters, batteries, and tapes.
65 Optional Accessories Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, such as AC088, will keep the camcorder steady and produce excellent video results. This tripod’s fluid-effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The quick- release mount makes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder.
66 Optional Accessories VH54 Cable Transformer This 75-to-300 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard 75-ohm antenna cable (such as VH82 or VH90) to the 300 ohm screw terminals on a TV. VH83 Audio/Video Cable This six foot audio/video dubbing cable can be used for copying tapes from the camcorder to another VCR or camcorder.
Detach Here " Please complete other side also 67 Accessory Order Form Order Form for Camcorder Model CC634 Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Super Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 39.95 Soft Camcorder Case AC201A $ 39.95 Shoulder Strap ACS091 $ 12.
68 Accessory Order Form Detach Here " ® r r s TM Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number fro.
69 Accessory Order Form T o 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.
70 No power Won’t record or playback Won’t playback Won’t record No picture Camcorder turns itself off T r ouble Checks 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.
71 Camcorder does not respond to remote control 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 T r ouble Checks • Aim remote at camcorder’s remote control sensor.
72 T r ouble Checks Viewfinder displays are out of focus Picture is too dark or subject too dark Picture recorded with special effect Picture recorded in brown tone Picture recorded with black bars at.
73 T r ouble Checks Date and/or time were recorded on tape Date and/or time are incorrect Vertical white lines appear when shoot- ing bright object Error number ( E01, E02, etc.) appears in viewfinder Battery runs down sooner than expected • Displays will be recorded on tape whenever they appear in the viewfinder.
74 Car e and Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder 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 commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens.
75 Car e and Maintenance • Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spray may damage the internal parts of the camcorder. • Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40°F (4C) or above 95°F (35C).
76 Specifications Information to User General Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: 5.9 watts (normal) Weight: 1.7 lbs. (770g) Dimensions – Including Viewfinder 4-4/8"(W) x 4-1/2"(H) .
77 Customer Assistance and Service 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.
78 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.
Limited W arranty 79 shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment: • A copy of your dated bill of sale to verify your unit’s warranty eligibility. • A brief note describing your camcorder problem. • Your name, address and phone number.
Index 80 16x9 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28-29,39 16x9 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 A . (Audio) DUB Button . . . . . . .16-17,52-53 Accessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Accessories, Optional .
Index 81 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64-69 Order Form, Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . .67-69 PAUSE Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17,52-53 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . .5,8,22-23 Pause, Stop-Action . . . . . . . . . . .
© 1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Japan Part Number 96-CC634-1 If your camcorder needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton.
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