RCA CC6263 User manual

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USER’S
GUIDE
CC6263

Cautions
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la
prise et pousser jusqu au fond.
To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries
recommended by the manufacturer for this camcorder. Other
types of batteries may burst causing damage and personal injury.
CC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications
to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immedi-
ately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty
parts and service and attach it here. Record the serial number and
model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose
camcorder or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture.
Important Safety Information
Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the product.
TO REDUCE THE RISK O ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. RE ER SERVICING
TO QUALI IED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Model No: _______________________________
Serial No: _______________________________
Purchase Date: _______________________________
Purchased rom: _______________________________
CAUTION
ATTENTION
CC6263
i
This symbol indicates “dangerous
voltage” inside the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or personal injury.

1
We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any
questions, call:
Camcorder Exchange Warranty...........800-283-6503 (pages 76-77 )
Customer Service...................................800-336-1900 (page 75 )
Accessories............................................. 800-338-0376 (pages 62-67)
Assistance
Table of Contents
Assistance ..................................... 3
First-Time Operation .................. 3
Power Your Camcorder ............. 12
Adapter/Charger ............................ 12
Rechargeable Battery .................... 13
Charge the Battery ...................... 14
Battery Level Indicator ............... 15
Battery Care and Storage ............ 15
Optional Car Cord Adapter ........... 16
Date and Time Display ............. 17
Install the Clock Lithium Cell ....... 17
Set the Date and Time ................... 18
Record AUTO DATE, Date, Time, and
Title Displays .............................. 20
Videocassettes............................. 22
Erase Protection – Safety Tab ..... 22
Recording and Playback Speeds and
Times ........................................ 22
Insert and Remove Cassettes ...... 23
Cassette Care and Storage........... 23
Recording ................................... 24
Time-Remaining Display .............. 24
Select a Tape Length ................... 24
Recording Tips .............................. 26
Use the Viewfinder to See What You
Record ......................................... 27
Eyepiece ocus Control .............. 27
Viewfinder Displays ...................... 28
AutoShot™ Mode ......................... 32
ive-Second Record eature ......... 33
Quick Review eature ................... 33
Camera Edit eature ..................... 33
....................................................... 33
lying Erase Head ......................... 33
....................................................... 33
MENU/DISPLAY Button ............. 33
Zooming ........................................ 34
Use the Zoom Lever (W and T) .. 34
Digital Zooming .......................... 34
Tele Macro Zooming.................. 35
ocusing ........................................ 36
Auto ocus .................................. 36
Manual ocus .............................. 37

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Table of Contents
Recording (Cont.)
White Balance ............................... 38
Auto White Balance .................... 38
Manual White Balance ................ 38
Exposure Control .......................... 40
Auto Exposure ............................ 40
Manual Exposure ........................ 40
Steady Pix™ eature .................... 41
ade or Wipe In or Out ................. 42
P. (Program) AE Button ................ 44
16X9 Mode ................................... 45
Preset Titles ................................... 46
Select a Language for the Title ... 46
Record a Preset Title ................... 47
Animation Recording .................... 48
Time-Lapse Recording .................. 50
Demo Mode .................................. 52
Attach the Shoulder Strap ............. 53
Playback ..................................... 55
Use the Viewfinder for Playback .. 55
Playback eatures ........................ 56
Position the Tape ......................... 56
Visual Search .............................. 56
Stop-Action Pause....................... 56
Time Counter .............................. 57
Tracking ...................................... 57
TBC (Time Base Corrector)........ 57
Use the Cassette Adapter .............. 58
Playback on TV (or VCR) with
Audio/Video Inputs ..................... 60
Optional Accessories .................. 62
Using the Optional AC088 Tripod 64
Order orm for Camcorder Model
CC6263 ....................................... 65
Trouble Checks .......................... 68
Specifications.............................. 72
Care and Maintenance .............. 73
Clean the Camcorder ..................... 73
Clean the Camcorder’s Lens ....... 73
Clean the Camcorder’s Viewfinder73
Proper Care and Storage ............... 74
Things to Avoid ............................. 74
Customer Assistance and Service75
Limited Warranty ...................... 76
Index ........................................... 78

First-Time Operation
3
Assistance
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. If any
are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately.
This section describes the steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to
the other sections for detailed operation and feature options.
Assistance
The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter.
Camcorder Exchange Warranty...............800-283-6503
Customer Service................................... 800-336-1900
Accessories............................................. 800-338-0376
Caution: Do not use
this adapter/charger
for any purpose other
than charging the
B1260, or BB99L
battery pack or
supplying power to
the camcorder.
Model CC6263
Camcorder
Rechargeable Battery
Part No FB1260
Cassette Adapter
Part No. VCA115
Cassette Adapter Battery
(Size "AA" 1.5 Volt)
AC Adapter/Charger -- Part No. 242740
and DC Cable -- Part No. 244268
CAUTIONS: Lithium cell must be disposed of properly. Never handle
punctured or leaking cell. May cause burns or personal injury.
Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if swallowed.
If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.
The lithium cell used in this device may explode resulting in a fire or
chemical burn if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above
212° (100°C), or incinerate.
Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell, and never short circuit the +
and – sides of the cell.
Clock Cell
3-Volt Micro Lithium
Cell – such as CR2025 –
available from most local
drug stores and camera
shops. Use of other cells
present a risk of fire or
explosion.
WARNING:
NICKEL
CADMIUM
BATTERY
MUST BE
RECYCLED
OR DISPOSED
OF PROPERLY. Shoulder Strap
Part No. ACS091
+ -
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irst-Time Operation

4
First-Time Operation
3. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand.
LENS
COVER
Control
Handstrap
Handstrap Velcro
Strip (Under Flap)
2. Attach the adapter/charger.
DC In Jack
DC Cable
Adapter/
Charger
To AC 100-240,
50/60 Hz
• Connect the other end of the DC
cable to the DC in jack on the
camcorder as shown above.
• Plug the adapter/charger’s plug
into an operating outlet.
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.
• 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.
4. Rotate LENS COVER control to open lens cover.
DC OUT
Jack
(continued from previous page)

First-Time Operation
5
180 ° 180 °
5. Set POWER (CAMERA MAN/CAMERA AUTO/OFF/VCR)
switch to CAMERA AUTO.
• The power indicator lights.
• The position of this switch tells
the camcorder whether you want
to record (CAMERA MAN or
CAMERA AUTO), turn the power
off (OFF), or play back tapes
(VCR).
•CAMERA AUTO places the
camcorder in the AutoShot™
mode.
In the AutoShot™ mode, the
focus, exposure, and white balance
are automatically controlled by the
camcorder. Many of the special
effects do not operate in this
mode. Details on page 32.
• CAMERA MAN allows you to
control many of the special
features of the camcorder.
• The camcorder automatically turns
off if it remains in record-pause
for five minutes. Set the POWER
switch to OFF and then back to
CAMERA.
Electronic
Viewfinder
Eyepiece
Focus
Control
You can see what you record in the
viewfinder.
• Adjust the viewfinder for a
comfortable viewing position.
• Turn the eyepiece focus control to
adjust the focus of the viewfinder
for your vision.
6. Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control.
POWER Switch and
Indicator
(continues on next
page)

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First-Time Operation
8. Select a recording speed.
7. Insert a tape.
• Slide the EJECT switch. The
cassette holder opens
automatically.
• 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.
Select SP or SLP recording speed.
Press and hold the SP/SLP button to
select a recording speed. The tape
speed you select (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 – Extended play provides
three times the recording time as
SP (60 minutes with a TC-20
tape). SLP has slightly more
picture noise in normal playback.
• Press the button on the cassette
door to close the compartment
until the cassette holder locks
into place.
• The camcorder enters record-
pause.
PAUSE
appears in the
viewfinder when the camcorder is
in record-pause.
Push the door
button to close
the cassette
compartment.
Tape Wheel
Tape
Window
EJECT Switch
SP/SLP
Button
WARNING:
Never try to
open the door
by prying as you
could damage
the camcorder.
(continued from previous page)

First-Time Operation
7
PUSH
–
+
9. Select a tape length.
T20
T30
T35
T40
EXIT
TAPE LENGTH
5. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to
highlight the type of tape you are
using.
• Select T20 for a tape with 20
minutes or less recording time
in SP.
• Select T30 for a tape with 30
minutes recording time in SP.
• Select T35 for a tape with 35
minutes recording time in SP.
• Select T40 for a tape with 40
minutes recording time in SP.
6. Press the menu PUSH dial twice
to select the tape length and
remove the menus from the
viewfinder.
• Details are on pages 24-25.
POWER Switch
and Indicator
MENU/DISPLAY
Button
Menu PUSH Dial
(Rotate or Push In)
1. Set the POWER switch
to CAMERA MAN.
2. Press the PUSH dial in to display
the menu in the viewfinder.
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
M. W. B.
16 X 9
TAPE LENGTH
TITLE
DATE/TIME DISP.
RETURN
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
T30
3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to
highlight TAPE LENGTH.
FOCUS
EXPOSURE
M. W. B.
16 X 9
TAPE LENGTH
TITLE
DATE/TIME DISP.
RETURN
AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
OFF
T30
4. Press the PUSH dial in to display
the TAPE LENGTH menu.
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First-Time Operation
REW Button
POWER Switch
Thumb
Trigger
Power Indicator
STOP Button
PLAY/PAUSE Button
10. Start and stop recording.
• Place the POWER switch in
CAMERA AUTO.
• Press and release the thumb trigger
to start recording.
REC
appears in
the viewfinder while the camcorder
is recording.
• Press and release the thumb trigger
again to stop recording. The
camcorder is now in the record-
pause mode.
PAUSE
appears in
the viewfinder.
11. Play back what you have
recorded.
• Set the POWER switch to VCR.
• Press REW to rewind the tape.
• Press PLAY/PAUSE to play back
the tape.
• Press STOP when you are finished
playing back the tape.
•Details on viewfinder playback are
on page 55.
12. Set the POWER switch to
OFF to turn off the
camcorder.
The power indicator turns off.
13. Close the lens cover.
LENS
COVER
Control
(continued from previous page)

First-Time Operation
9
14. Review camcorder operating controls.
Shoulder Strap
Attachment Ring
Shoulder Strap
Attachment Ring
Menu PUSH Dial
STOP Button
PLAY/PAUSE Button
SEARCH R and F
Buttons (Also REW
and FF Buttons)
EJECT Switch
MENU/DISPLAY Button
P. (Program)
AE Button
FADES
Button
SP/SLP Button
Also COUNTER
R/M Button
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First-Time Operation
14. Review camcorder’s operating controls. (Continued)
Microphone
Lens
Handstrap
Attach Adapter/
Charger’s DC
Cord (DC IN
jack located
under battery)
or rechargeable
battery here
Thumb Trigger
A (Audio) and V(Video)
jacks
(behind small cover)
LENS
COVER
control
5SEC. REC
Button
Zoom Lever
STEADY PIX
Button
POWER Switch
and Indicator
Service Port
(Located Under Cover)
This connector is for use by
qualified service personnel
only.
BATTERY
RELEASE Lever
(continued from previous page)

First-Time Operation
11
14. Review camcorder’s operating controls. (Continued)
Push the button on
the cassette door to
close and lock the
cassette
compartment.
Eyepiece Focus Control
Clock Cell Battery
Compartment
Threaded Tripod
Mount Hole
Viewfinder
Cassette Compartment

12
Power Your Camcorder
Power Your Camcorder
Adapter/Charger
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.
Attach Adapter/Charger
1. Connect one end of the DC cable to
the DC OUT jack on the adapter/
charger.
2. Connect the other end of the DC cable
to the DC in jack on the camcorder as
shown above.
3. Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into
the nearest AC outlet (100-240V,
50/60Hz).
CAUTION: Do not use this adapter/
charger for any other purpose other
than charging the B1260 or BB99L
battery pack or supplying power to the
camcorder.
Remove Adapter/Charger
1. Unplug the adapter/charger from the
wall outlet.
2. Remove the DC cable from the
adapter/charger and camcorder.
Using an Optional Plug Adapter
An optional plug adapter might be
required in some countries.
AC 100-240V
Optional AC
Plug
Adapter
1. Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into
the AC plug adapter.
2. Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC
outlet.
DC In Jack
DC Cable
Adapter/
Charger
To AC 100-240,
50/60 Hz
DC OUT
Jack

Power Your Camcorder
13
Rechargeable Battery
The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the
first time. Initial charging takes approximately 70 minutes. When fully charged, the
battery supplies approximately 95-105 minutes of operating time – depending on how
much you use zoom and pause. Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off
during recording breaks.
Note: Use the small marker switch on the top of the battery to help remind yourself to charge
the battery. It has no other purpose.
Attach the Charged Battery
If the DC cable is attached to the
camcorder, remove it before attaching
the battery. Also, install the lithium
clock cell before attaching the battery.
Details are on page 17.
1. Hook the battery to the side of the
camcorder as shown above.
2. Press the battery down until it locks
into place.
3. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.
The power indicator lights.
Remove the Battery
Slide and hold the BATTERY RELEASE
lever down while removing the battery.
RBRC
RBRC
Ni-Cd
Battery Safety Precautions
Do not short the battery’s
terminals.
Do not attempt to disassemble or
modify the battery. There are no
user-serviceable parts inside.
Use the battery only with
specified adapter/chargers and
camcorders.
Throwing the battery into a fire
or exposing it to excessive heat –
over 149˚ (65˚C) could be
hazardous.
BATTERY
RELEASE
Lever Marker
Switch
ATTENTION: The EPA certified RBRC® Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-
Cd) battery indicates Thomson Consumer Electronics is voluntarily participating in an
industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when
taken out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC® program provides a
convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal
waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY™ for
information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area.
Thomson Consumer Electronics’ involvement in this program is part of our commitment to
preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources.

14
Power Your Camcorder
Caution: When a battery is attached to the adapter/charger, do not turn them
upside down. The battery may fall off and be damaged or cause injury.
Charge the Battery
If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT
jack on the adapter/charger, remove it.
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.
3. Plug adapter/charger into nearest AC
outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz).
4. If the battery is properly connected,
the CHG indicator flashes.
Note: If you try to charge a battery that
has not been charged for a long period of
time, it may take a few minutes for the
CHG indicator to flash.
5. After the battery is charged, the CHG
indicator stops flashing and lights.
6. Remove the charged battery by
sliding it off the adapter/charger.
7. Attach the charged battery to the
camcorder.
Use the REFRESH Button
The battery provides increased
operation time if you “refresh” it after
five chargings. The refresh feature
“refreshes” the battery by completely
discharging it.
1. Attach battery to adapter/charger.
2. Press REFRESH. The REFRESH
indicator lights and the battery
begins discharging.
3. When discharging is completed, the
REFRESH indicator turns off, and
the CHG indicator flashes. The
battery now charges.
Reference
Marks
To AC Wall
Outlet 100-
240 Volts, 50/
60 Hz.
CHG
(Charge)
Indicator
Adapter/Charger
REFRESH
Button
REFRESH
Indicator
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder
Hold Battery Flush
and Slide

Power Your Camcorder
15
Use the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (Continued)
4. After the battery is charged, the CHG
(charge) indicator stops flashing and
lights.
5. Remove the battery from the adapter/
charger.
Battery Level Indicator
The battery level indicator appears in the
viewfinder and shows you the amount of
power in the rechargeable battery.
Battery Care and Storage
• Recharging takes approximately 70
minutes for the battery depending on
the battery’s condition.
• Refreshing takes approximately 3-1/2
hours for the battery depending on the
battery’s condition.
• After repeated charging and use,
operation time gradually decreases.
When operation time is too short to be
useful, it is time to replace the battery.
• If the battery discharging must be
stopped in the middle, remove the
battery from the adapter/charger before
unplugging it from the AC outlet.
• If the battery pack becomes too hot,
remove it from the charger and let it
cool down.
• Let a hot battery cool down before
attaching it to the AC adapter/charger.
• When appears, the battery is
fully charged.
• As the power is used and
appear.
• When the battery power is almost
gone, flashes in the viewfinder.
The camcorder turns off automatically
after a few seconds. Set the POWER
switch to OFF to turn off the cam-
corder before replacing the battery.
The battery level indicator is not recorded
on the tape.

16
Power Your Camcorder
Optional Car Cord Adapter
The optional DCC08 car cord shown on
page 62 allows you to power your
camcorder from the cigarette lighter
socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts
12-volts to a 6-volt output.
Note: Consult the installation and operating
instructions enclosed with the DCC08 for
complete operating instructions.
Use the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter
1. Set the POWER switch to OFF to turn
off the camcorder. The power
indicator on the camcorder turns off.
2. If the battery or DC cable is attached
to the camcorder, remove it.
3. Hold the bottom of the power
connector flush against the camcorder,
and press the connector down until it
locks into place as shown above.
4. Take the vehicle’s cigarette lighter out
of the socket.
5. Insert the car cord’s cigarette lighter
plug into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter
socket. The power indicator on the
car cord adapter lights.
6. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA to
turn on the camcorder. The power
indicator on the camcorder lights.
Cautions: The DCC08 is designed to
be used only with vehicles having
negative ground electrical systems.
Use only car cord adapter DCC08 with
this camcorder. Use of any other car
cord adapter might damage the
camcorder and void your warranty.
Caution: Make sure the camcorder’s
power is turned off before removing
the car cord’s plug from the cigarette
lighter socket.
To Cigarette
Lighter Socket
Power Connector
Optional DCC08 Car
Cord Adapter

17
Date and Time Display
Install the Clock Lithium Cell
The clock cell indicator flashes for a few seconds in the viewfinder when
you turn on the camcorder if the cell is not installed or needs replacing.
1. Make sure camcorder is turned off,
and remove any power supply
attached to the camcorder.
2. Pull the clock cell holder out of the
clock cell compartment.
3. Insert the clock cell with the “+”
terminal facing out, and press it in.
Cautions: Lithium cell battery. Replace only with 3-volt lithium cell – such
as CR2025. Use of other cell presents a risk of fire or explosion. Must be
disposed of properly. Never handle punctured or leaking cell. May cause
burns or personal injury.
Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if swallowed. If
swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.
The lithium cell used in this device may explode resulting in a fire or chemical
burn if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212˚ (100˚C), or
incinerate.
Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell, and never short the + and – sides
of the cell.
4. Place the clock cell holder into the
clock cell compartment. Be sure to
insert the holder fully into the
compartment.
To Remove Lithium Cell
To remove battery, insert a pointed
nonmetallic object between battery and
clock cell holder and lift.
Clock Cell
Compartment
Clock Cell
(+ Side acing Out)
Insert Object Here
to Remove Cell
Clock Cell
Holder
Date and Time Display

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Date and Time Display
Set the Date and Time
You must set the correct date and time before you can display and record it
on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous
page before you can set the date.
1. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA
MAN.
2. Press the MENU/DISPLAY button to
display the menu in the viewfinder.
D. ZOOM
TELE MACRO
REC TIME
INT. TIME
DATE/TIME
TITLE LANG.
DEMO MODE
RETURN
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ENGLISH
OFF
3. Rotate the menu PUSH dial to
highlight DATE/TIME.
D. ZOOM
TELE MACRO
REC TIME
INT. TIME
DATE/TIME
TITLE LANG.
DEMO MODE
RETURN
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ENGLISH
OFF
PUSH
–
+
Menu PUSH Dial
(Rotate or Press In)
MENU/DISPLAY
Button
POWER Switch in
CAMERA MAN