CC-436 RCA CamCorder
(160-0831)                 Quick Start                Faxback Doc. # 37059

First-Time Operation

This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your cam-
corder to record.  Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and
feature options.

1.  Unpack the camcorder and accessories.

      Save the box and packing materials in  case you ever need to store or
      ship your camcorder.

      The items listed below are packed with your camcorder. If any of them
      are missing or appear damaged.  Contact your dealer immediately.

         Camcorder, Model CC-436

         Rechargeable 10-Volt Battery, Stock No. EP096FS

            WARNING:  Lead-Acid Battery must be disposed of properly.

         Shoulder Strap, Stock No. 227327

         AC Adapter/Charger, Stock No. 232595

         DC Cable, Stock No. 209342

            CAUTION:  Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other
                      than charging the EP096FL or EP096FS battery pack or
                      supplying power to the camcorder.

2.  Attach the adapter/charger.

    Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time,
    attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder.

      Attach one end of the adapter/charger DC cable to the DC OUTPUT jack
      on the adapter/charger.

      Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 9.6V jack on the cam-
      corder.

    Plug the adapter/charger plug into an operating outlet.

    Details are on Faxback Doc. # 37060.

3.  Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap.

4.  Turn on the camcorder.

    The position of the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch tells the camcorder whether
    you want to record (CAMERA), play back tapes (VCR), or turn off the
    power (OFF).

    Press and hold the small button on CAMERA/OFF/VCR while sliding it in
    CAMERA.  The electronic viewfinder will come on.

5.  Insert a cassette.

    Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette compartment.

    Insert the cassette with the safety tab facing up and the tape windows
    facing out.

    Press the cassette down gently until it locks into place, and close the
    cassette compartment door.

    Details are on Faxback Doc. # 37061.

6.  Position viewfinder and adjust eyepiece focus control.

    Grasp the viewfinder and rotate it horizontally.

    Pull the viewfinder out from the camcorder and rotate the eyepiece into
    a comfortable viewing position.

    CAUTION:  Pulling on the eyepiece may cause damage to the eyepiece or
              camcorder.

    If the image in the viewfinder is blurry, adjust the eyepiece focus
    control for your vision.  Details are on Faxback Doc. # 37064.

7.  Start and stop recording.

    Start and stop recording by pressing and releasing REC/PAUSE.  REC
    appears in the viewfinder. You do not have to hold the button to record.

    NOTES:  If you do not record within five minutes, the camcorder will
            automatically shut off to prevent excessive tape wear.  Press
            REC/PAUSE to turn on the camcorder.

            Any material recorded on the tape will automatically be erased
            if you record over it.

8.  Play back what you have recorded.

    Press REC/PAUSE to stop recording.

    Press and hold the small button on CAMERA/OFF/VCR while sliding it to
    VCR.

    Press REW (rewind)/REVIEW to rewind the tape.

    Press PLAY to play back the tape in the viewfinder.

    Press STOP/EJECT when you are finished playing back the tape.

    Details on viewfinder playback are on Faxback Doc. # 37069.

9.  Review the camcorder's operating controls, see Faxback Doc. # 37082,
    Fig's. A and B.


(BR/EB 10/24/96)

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