RCA CC633A VHS Camcorder
(160-0866) Power / Batteries Faxback Doc. # 34729
Powering Your Camcorder
Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder
The power connector 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. 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. Hold the top of the power connector flush against the back
of the camcorder, and press the bottom of the power connector onto the
camcorder until it locks into place.
3. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into the nearest AC outlet (100-240V,
50/60Hz).
4. If the adapter/charger is properly connected, its POWER indicator will
light.
CAUTION: Do not use this adapter/charger for any other purpose other
than charging the FB1260 or FB120 battery pack or supplying
power to the camcorder.
Remove Adapter/Charger
1. Unplug the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.
2. Press and hold BATT. RELEASE on the camcorder while removing the power
connector.
Using an Optional Plug Adapter
An optional plug adapter may be required in some countries.
1. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into the AC plug adapter.
2. Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet.
Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder
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.
3. Plug adapter/charger into nearest AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz).
4. If the battery is properly connected the adapter/charger's CHG (charge)
indicator will light.
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 light.
5. After the battery is charged, the END indicator will light.
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 will provide 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 will light and the battery will
begin discharging.
3. When discharging is completed, the REFRESH indicator will turn off, and
the CHG indicator will light. The battery will then charge.
4. After the battery is charged, the END indicator will light. Remove the
battery from the adapter/charger.
Powering Your Camcorder
Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder
The battery must be charged as described on the previous page before it can
be used the first time. Initial charging will take approximately 70 minutes.
When fully charged, the battery should supply about 55 minutes of operating
time (depending on how much you use the light, zoom and pause.) Conserve
battery power by turning the camcorder off during recording breaks.
NOTE: The small marker switch on top of the battery is for use as a
personal reminder to help you remember to recharge the battery. It
has no other function.
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 to excessive heat - over 149
degrees F (65 degrees C) could be hazardous.
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. Details on Faxback Doc. # 34731.
1. Align the reference mark on the battery with mark on back of camcorder.
2. Hold the top of the battery flush against the camcorder and press the
bottom of the battery down until it locks into place.
3. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light.
Remove the Battery
Press and hold BATT. RELEASE on the camcorder while removing the battery.
ATTENTION: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your Thomson Consumer
Electronics product indicates that we are participating in a
program to collect and recycle Nickel Cadmium batteries through-
out the United States. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for infor-
mation or contact your local recycling center.
Battery Level Indicator
The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder and shows you the
amount of power in the rechargeable battery.
When (SYMBOL) appears, the battery is fully charged.
As the power is used (SYMBOL) and (SYMBOL) appear.
When the battery power is almost gone, (SYMBOL) flashes in the view-
finder. The camcorder will turn off automatically after a few seconds.
Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder before replacing
the battery.
The battery level indicator will not be recorded on the tape when it appears
in the viewfinder.
Battery Care and Storage
Recharging takes approximately 70 minutes depending on the battery's
condition.
Refreshing takes approximately 210 minutes depending on the battery's
condition.
After repeated charging and use, operation time will gradually decrease.
When operation time becomes 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.
Let a hot battery cool down before attaching it to the adapter/charger.
The battery will also provide better service if its power is completely
drained before storing it for long periods of time (30 days or more).
The battery should be charged in the temperature range of 50-96 degrees
F (10-35 degrees C) to prevent damage.
Do not operate the battery at temperatures below 32 degrees F (0C) or
above 104 degrees F (40C). The battery may be damaged if operated at
temperatures above 122 degrees F (50C). Operation time will decrease
at extremely low temperatures.
Store the battery at normal room temperature.
Optional Car Cord Adapter
The optional DCC08 car cord 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.
CAUTIONS: The CDD08 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 may damage the camcorder and void your warranty.
Using the DCC08 Car Cord Adapter
1. Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder. Power indi-
cator 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
push the bottom of the power connector down until it locks into place.
4. Take the vehicle's cigarette lighter out of the socket.
5. Insert the car cord's cigarette lighter plug into the vehicle's cigar-
ette lighter socket. The POWER indicator on the car cord adapter will
light.
6. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA to turn on the camcorder. The power
indicator lights.
CAUTION: Make sure the camcorder's power is turned off before removing
the car cord's plug from the cigarette lighter socket.
(BR/EB 9/19/96)
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