RCA CC4251 User Manual

The optional DCC096 car cord shown on
page 41 allows you to power your
camcorder from the cigarette lighter
socket of a car, truck, or RV.  It converts
12-volts to a 9.6-volt output.

Note:  Consult the installation and operating
instructions enclosed with the DCC096 for
complete operating instructions.

1. Set the CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch to

OFF to turn off the camcorder.

2. If the battery or DC cable is attached

to the camcorder, remove it.

3. Insert the small plug on the car cord to

the DC IN 9.6V jack located on the
back of the camcorder.

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.

6. Press and hold the small button on the

CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch while you
set it to CAMERA to turn on the
camcorder.

Notes:  The vehicle does not have to be turned
on for the camcorder to operate from the DC
car cord.

When using the car cord to power the
camcorder, the battery level indicator has no
meaning.

DC IN 9.6V
Jack

Caution:  The DCC096 car cord is
designed to be used only with
vehicles having 12-volt negative
ground electrical systems.

Warning:  To avoid possible damage
to the camcorder, use only the
DCC096 car cord.  It has positive tip
polarity and is capable of converting
12 volts to 9.6 volts.