RCA Pro942 manual Attach the lens cap cord and adjust the handstrap, Turn on the camcorder

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First-Time Operation

 

FADE

EIS

 

 

F

FOCUS

16X9

 

N

DATE/TITLE

 

PLAY

 

REW

 

DISPLAY

EDIT

 

 

F.F.

 

SEARCH

 

 

 

STOP

 

Thumb Trigger

CAM/OFF/VCR Switch

Lens Cap

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W

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INST

ZOOM

OPEN

DCIN 6V

Attach Lens

Cap Here

Handstrap Cover

Handstrap

4.Attach the lens cap cord and adjust the handstrap.

A.Remove the lens cap from the camcorder.

B.Attach the lens cap cord to the lens cap.

E. Put your hand in the handstrap.

F. Pull the adjustment strap to tighten and close the strap.

G. Snap the cover shut.

H. Attach the lens cap to the handstrap.

Lens Cap

Lens Cap Cord

C. Unsnap the handstrap cover and open the adjustment strap.

Lens

Cap

Lens Cap

Cord

Handstrap

CoverAdjustment

Strap

D. Put the lens cap cord over the adjustment strap.

5. Turn on the camcorder.

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

Some of the controls operate differently depending on the position of the CAM/OFF/VCR switch.

•Press and hold the small button on CAM/OFF/VCR while sliding it to CAM or VCR.

Important Note: The TAPE indicator will flash in the viewfinder when there is moisture in the camcorder. Remove the tape and wait an hour before inserting the tape in the camcorder again.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model Pro942 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsPlayback Recording FeaturesVideo Cassettes Optional Color EnhancementFirst-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 ButtonPlay Button Stop ButtonV Audio/Video DUB Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonTo Attach the Adapter/Charger Powering Your CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Using an Optional Plug AdapterCharging 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 CamcorderRecording and Playback Speed and Times Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Cassette Recording TimeCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesTally Light Recording FeaturesMicrophone Flying Erase HeadEdit 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 Time Remaining Battery Level IndicatorStatus Time Counter With Memory StopAuto 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 TitlerRecording Titles While Copying a Tape on Another VCR Chart of Characters in Titler’s Register? ’ . / , ! Blank Space Recording Titles on a Tape in the CamcorderAudio/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 Cable Transformer CRF81 RF Output Adapter AVS80 Synchro Edit CableVAA009 Audio/Video Input Cable AH25 Y-AdapterAC088 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 If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty Product RegistrationDATE/TITLE IndexIndex North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers

Pro942 specifications

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