CC-436 RCA CamCorder
(160-0831)                 Recording                  Faxback Doc. # 37068

Recording Tips

  Make a recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place in
  case of fire or theft.

  Practice recording under a variety of lighting conditions.  This will
  help you respond quickly whenever you see a scene you want to record.

  Fading in and out of scenes may make your videos appear more professional.

  Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording.  A
  steady, gradual "pan" avoids blurring and "jitters".

  Use the viewfinder to make sure the camcorder is level while recording or
  your scenes will appear "tilted".

  Make sure indoor scenes are well-lit to improve picture quality and color
  reproduction.

  Do not bump or tap the camcorder's microphone while recording because
  this sound will be recorded.

  Be aware of video and audio backgrounds. Background details barely noticed
  while you are taping may show up as visual "clutter" on your recording.
  Background noises (especially TV sets, radios, household appliances, traf-
  fic sounds, etc.) can detract from the sound you want to record.

  Avoid long "still" shots of landmarks and scenic attractions. Recordings
  are more interesting if they include people and details.  "Local color"
  will give travel videos lasting appeal.  Consider recording a familiar or
  landmark scene from an unfamiliar vantage point for added interest.
  Remember to check the lighting before starting to record.

  Try to avoid taping backlit subjects indoors.  Bright light behind your
  subject may cause the subject to appear too dark.

  Include close-up shots of individuals when taping family outings or group
  functions.

  For a different perspective, try kneeling down (or laying) on the floor
  when recording children or pets.

Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV Monitor

(See "Recording Connections" on Faxback Doc. # 37085)

To record on a tape in your camcorder from a VCR or TV monitor with AUDIO
OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks, you will need an optional audio/video cable, such
as VH83 shown on Faxback Doc. # 37073.

Recording on the Camcorder from a VCR or TV

Installation

1.  Attach the white plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the AUDIO
    OUT jack on the VCR (or TV monitor).

    NOTE:  If your VCR or TV monitor has stereo left and right AUDIO OUT
           jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO.  If one of the
           audio jacks is not labeled MONO, you may need a Y-adapter, such
           as AH25 shown on Faxback Doc. # 37073, to hear both channels.

2.  Attach the yellow plug on the same end to the VIDEO OUT jack on the
    VCR (or TV monitor).

3.  Attach the yellow plug on the other end of the audio/video cable to
    the yellow VIDEO jack and the white plug to the white AUDIO jack on
    the side of the camcorder.

4.  Place the AV OUT/IN switch to IN.

Recording Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the Camcorder

1.  A. Camcorder connected directly to TV monitor:

       Turn on the TV and tune it to the channel you want to record.

    B. Camcorder connected to a VCR that is already connected to a TV:

       Turn on the VCR and select the channel you want to record (or place
       the cassette you want to copy in the VCR).  If you are copying a
       tape, press PLAY on the VCR when you are ready to start copying.

       NOTE: If you want to see what is being recorded, turn on the TV and
             tune it to the channel that you normally use to see the signal
             from the VCR.

2.  Press and hold the small button on the camcorder's CAMERA/OFF/VCR
    switch while sliding it to CAMERA.

3.  Insert a cassette in the camcorder with the safety tab intact.

4.  Press REC/PAUSE to start the camcorder recording.

    NOTE: If you are copying a tape, start the VCR playing the tape.

5.  Press REC/PAUSE on the camcorder when you are finished.

REMEMBER:  Place the AV OUT/IN switch to OUT to record on the camcorder.

CAUTION:  The unauthorized recording of television programs and other mater-
          ials may infringe the rights of others.


(BR/EB 10/24/96)

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