RCA EZ218BK - Small Wonder Camcorder Quick Start Guide

RCA EZ218BK - Small Wonder Camcorder Quick Start Guide

RCA EZ218BK - Small Wonder Camcorder Quick Start Guide

Introduction

Please read these instructions for quick tips on using the product.
A comprehensive User Manual in your selected language (English, Spanish, or French) will be copied to your PC as part of the Memory Manager software installation. You can find the User Manual PDF file as a shortcut on your desktop and also under the Window's Start Menu under the RCA folder. The User Manual PDF file can also be found in the camcorder memory under the User Manuals folder.

Content of the box

Charging your camcorder

Please charge the battery for at least three hours before first use.

Charging your camcorder

  • Use only the provided AC/DC adapter
  • Image is for reference only, the AC/DC adapter shown in the image may vary from the actual product

NOTE:
The unit is properly charging when you see the animated charging symbol on the Camcorder display. If you do not see this charging symbol, follow these steps:

Inserting (or removing) memory card

The camcorder internal memory will only permit minutes of recording time. A microSD memory card (installed in the camcorder) is recommended for recording.

Inserting (or removing) memory card

As the memory card is small in size, it is recommended to use a small coin to help insert or remove it.
To insert card: Push the card in until
a click is heard

To remove card: Push card in until a click is heard, then slowly release the card.
As card is under minimal tension when locked in memory slot, please use care when removing.

Turning on the camcorder

Turning on the camcorder - Step 1
The camcorder has three operation modes (Video, Photo and Playback). It is always in Video mode after switched on. Refer to the diagram below for switching between modes.

Turning on the camcorder - Step 2

1 In Video mode (), press Record to record a video.

2 In Photo mode (), press PHOTO to take a photo.

Selecting recording quality

Selecting recording quality - Step 1
Selecting recording quality - Step 2

Settings Resolutions (pixel) & Frame Rates (FPS) Approx. recording durations on a 16 GB memory card 3
HD 1280 x 720 @ 30fps 8 hours
Sports 848 x 480 @ 60fps 8 hours
WebQ 320 x 240 @ 30fps 40 hours

Video recording and photo taking

Video recording and photo taking - Step 1

  1. Start, stop, resume recording in Video mode (); enter Video mode () from Photo mode ()
  2. Enter Photo mode () from Video mode (); take photos in Photo mode ()

Video recording and photo taking - Step 2

3 Actual recording time and capacity will vary depending on type of video content being recorded, system requirements, and other factors.

Playing back or deleting recordings

Playing back or deleting recordings

  1. Enter Video mode () from Playback mode
  2. Enter Photo mode () from Playback mode

Installing RCA Memory Manager application

Connect the camcorder to your PC with the provided USB cable. The Memory Manager application will start installation automatically4. Follow the instructions on screen for installation.

To ensure that videos can be managed and played on your PC:

4 If the installation does not start automatically, open My Computer and double- click the SmallWonder icon. Then double-click rcasw_setup to start the installation.

Learning more about the camcorder

Read the user manual for more information on the following:

  • Using the MENU button to set the camcorder (including date and time)

General controls

General controls - Part 1
General controls - Part 2

* To reset the camcorder (in case it is not functioning properly): Slide and hold the On/off switch for more than 10 seconds.

For customer service and technical support

For more information on this product, please visit www.rcaaudiovideo.com.
RCA's customer support line is available at (800) 290-6650.


For Customer Service
Visit Our Website At
www.rcaaudiovideo.com
Product Information, Photos,
FAQ's, Owner's Manuals

IMPORTADOR PARA MEXICO:
Audiovox Mexico, S. de R.L. de C.V.
Ejercito Nacional 436 Piso 3
Col. Chapultepec Morales C.P. 11570
Mexico, D.F.

EXPORTADOR:
Audiovox Electronics Corp
150 Marcus Blvd,
Hauppauge.

Audiovox Electronics Corp.
150 Marcus Blvd., Hauppauge,
www.rcaaudiovideo.com
© 2009 Audiovox Electronics Corp.
Trademark Registered
Printed in China

Documents / Resources

Download manual

Here you can download full pdf version of manual, it may contain additional safety instructions, warranty information, FCC rules, etc.

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