RCA Pro942 manual Installation, How to Record from a Monitor TV or VCR

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Recording from VCR or TV Monitor

Installation

1Attach the audio/video input cable’s white plug to the AUDIO OUT jack on the TV or VCR.

Note: If your TV or VCR has stereo left and right AUDIO OUT jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO. If one is not labeled MONO, you may need a Y-adapter to record both channels.

2Attach the audio/video input cable’s yellow plug to the VIDEO OUT jack on the TV or VCR.

3Attach the plug on the other end of the audio/video input cable to the audio/video in/out connector behind the small cover on the side of the camcorder.

(Match the tabs on the plug with the notches on the camcorder connector. Do not force the plug.)

How to Record from a Monitor TV (or VCR)

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 VCR and select channel you want to record, or place the cassette you want to copy in the VCR. If you are copying a tape, press the PLAY button on the VCR.

Note: If you want to see what is being recorded, turn on the TV, and tune it to

the channel you normally use to see the signal from the VCR.

2.Slide the camcorder’s CAM/OFF/VCR switch to CAM, and insert a blank cassette. Press the camcorder’s thumb trigger (PAUSE/RECORD on remote) to start recording.

3.Press the thumb trigger (PAUSE/ RECORD on remote) when you are finished.

Caution: The unauthorized recording of television programs and other materials may infringe the rights of others.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model Pro942 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsVideo Cassettes Recording FeaturesOptional Color Enhancement PlaybackFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesInsert a cassette Attach the adapter/chargerTurn on the camcorder Attach the lens cap cord and adjust the handstrapStart and stop recording Adjust eyepiece focus control for your visionReview camcorder’s operating controls Play back what you have recordedInst Install Remote Battery Remote ControlRemote Sensor Location and Function of Remote Buttons REW Rewind ButtonV Audio/Video DUB Button Stop ButtonFWD Fast Forward Button Play ButtonUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Powering Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter To Attach the Adapter/ChargerCharging and Refreshing the Battery Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Insert the BatteryBattery Safety Precautions Proper Care and Storage of Your BatteryInsert the Batteries Using Alkaline AA Batteries to Power Your CamcorderChecking Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Safety Precautions When Using Alkaline BatteriesDisplay in Viewfinder Using the DCC06 Car Cord Adapter to Power the Camcorder Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord AdaptersUsing DCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Charge a Battery Use DCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Power CamcorderVideo Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabCassette Recording Time Recording and Playback Speed and TimesCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesMicrophone Recording FeaturesFlying Erase Head Tally LightEdit Search Edit Search Tape PositioningProgram AE Auto Exposure Time-Remaining DisplayTo Date Search Date SearchTo Stop Date Search Set the Date and Time Date and Time DisplayCorrect the Date or Time DATE/TITLE To Select Display to RecordInstall the Clock Lithium Cell Viewfinder Tilt AdjustmentEyepiece Focus Control Displays in Viewfinder Status Battery Level IndicatorTime Counter With Memory Stop Time RemainingAuto Focus Focusing Your CamcorderMacro Focus Manual FocusConditions that May Require Manual Focus Using INST. Instant Zoom Button Using Power Zoom ButtonsZooming Do not use this recording mode unless you have a 16 x 9 TV 16 X 9 ModeTo Record in 16 x 9 Format Select the Type of Fade Fading In and Out of ScenesRepeatedly Press Fade Fade Out FadeTo Use EIS Button Electronic Image Stabilizer EISTime Counter With Memory Stop Memory-Stop FeatureTo Use Time Counter Creating a Title Titler? ’ . / , ! Blank Space Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Recording Titles While Copying a Tape on Another VCRAudio/Video Dubbing InstallationTo Audio/Video Dub on the Camcorder Synchro Edit To Synchro Edit Recording from VCR or TV Monitor How to Record from a Monitor TV or VCR InstallationOptional Color Enhancement Light Removing and Replacing the Light Bulb Removing the Lens Hood Attaching the Shoulder StrapTo Attach the Shoulder Strap Holding The Camcorder Camcorder Recording and Traveling TipsTraveling Tips Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesTo Play Back a Tape Through the Viewfinder Stop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesVisual Searching Video Playback on TV or VCR Using AUDIO/VIDEO in JacksPlayback on TV or VCR Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback on TV without Audio/Video Inputs Viewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Playback OperationNormal TV Viewing Cleaning the Viewfinder Care and MaintenanceTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer Optional AccessoriesVLP04 Color Enhancement Light DCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger DCC06 Car Cord Adapter CPS85 AC Battery ChargerRechargeable Batteries VAA009 Audio/Video Input Cable CRF81 RF Output Adapter AVS80 Synchro Edit CableAH25 Y-Adapter Cable TransformerAC088 Super Lightweight Tripod Please complete other side also Accessory Order FormOrder Form for Camcorder Model Pro942 Authorized Signature United States and Canada Orders 800 338International Orders Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsSee pages User Information SpecificationsReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited Warranty How State Law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesDATE/TITLE IndexIndex Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers North Meridian Street Indianapolis,

Pro942 specifications

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