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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too.

This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the video product and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating and using your video product.

Installation

1Read and Follow Instructions— All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated. Follow all operating instructions.

2Retain Instructions—The safetyand operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3Heed Warnings—Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.

4Polarization—This video product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, recep- tacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an extension cord, use a polarized cord.

5Power Sources—This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

6Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.

7Power-Cord Protection—Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the video product.

8Ventilation—Slots and openings in the case are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheat- ing. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.

9Attachments—Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufac- turer as they may cause hazards.

10Water and Moisture—Do not use this video product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

11Accessories—Do not place this video

product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the video product. Use this video product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

11A A video product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the video product and cart combination to overturn.

Note to CATV System Installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Contents Users Guide Model No ProV950HB Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationOn next InstallationService UseExample of Antenna Grounding Table of Contents Table of Contents Supplied Accessories Supplied AccessoriesCassette Compartment When the cassette compartment door is openedCamcorder Controls Removing the Lens ProtectorAbout the Plug in Power MIC Jack When Camera Module is RotatedPower Switch CAMERA/VCR System ConnectorCassette Compartment Door Release Installing the Lithium Cell in the CamcorderInstalling the Lithium Cell in the Remote Control First-Time OperationRemoving the AC Adapter from the Docking Station Attaching the AC Adapter/ Battery ChargerCharging the Battery Pack Attaching the AC Adapter to the Docking StationRemoving the Camcorder from the Docking Station Charging Two Battery Packs at the Same TimeCharging on the Docking Station First-Time OperationBattery Pack Handling Inserting and Removing the Battery PackInserting the Battery Pack Removing the Battery PackRemoving the DC Cable from Camcorder Powering the CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter From an AC OutletJack Lighter Socket Powering the Camcorder from Your Car BatteryDC Cable To CigarettePerform and then remove the cassette Inserting and Removing a CassetteInserting a Cassette Removing a CassetteAbout the Operation button Camera mode when the Power switch Is set to CameraVCR mode when the Power switch Is set to VCR Controlling the Monitor DisplayTo display the VCR mode menu screen Using the On-Screen MenuButton and slide the Power switch to Camera Press C or B on the button to set the desired modeCamera Mode VCR ModeReturning to the Previous Screen Indicates a blinking display Press the Menu button Setting the Area, Date and TimeTo Turn Off the Menu Display Press B onTo Turn Off the MENU-PAGE Display Blank Area SettingWorld Clock Changing the Area of the Time ZoneSetting Daylight Saving Time Time Zone ChartTo Display Area, Date and Time on the Monitor Area Number Area Name Countries or Areas Area TableOperation Button Menu Button Picture/Backlight AdjustmentsWhen the Camcorder is in VCR Mode Press C on the operation button to select PictureFitting the Strap to Your Hand Using the Hand StrapAttaching the Shoulder Strap Handling the LCD MonitorMaximum Time for Continuous Camera Recording Battery Pack Max. Camera RecordingEasy Camera Recording with Full Auto To Pause RecordingSetting the Digital Zoom ZoomingCamera Recording Auto Focus Setting Digital Quick Zoom RangesUsing Digital Quick Zoom Extend Zoom Digital Quick Zoom Extend ZoomBacklight Compensation BLC Gain-up Cat’s EyeDisplay changes to the Light display Tripod Power Zoom Buttons Digital Image Stabilization DISMacro Shots PressAon the operation button to select Fade Fade In and Fade OutFade Fade OutMode, the screen with the indicators such as Setting the Wide Screen ModeTo Cancel Automatic Display Screen in Camera ModeEdit Search Quick ReturnTips on Recording Positions Hints for Better ShootingBasic Recording Positions Recording the Date and Time Setting the Camcorder to Full Auto ModeMin.-0 min Remaining Battery Power DisplayRemaining Recording Time Display Approx. Remaining Monitor Display Recording TimeAuto Tape Rewind Volume ControlPlayback Fast Forward and RewindSlow Using the StandStill Video SearchOldest Recording Program SearchBasic Operations Playback Press the Menu button until screen appears on the monitorPress a on the button again to select Counter in step Using the Tape CounterTo Reset the Counter to Zero To Turn Off the Counter DisplayTo Cancel the Counter Memory Mode Counter MemoryTurning Off the LCD Monitor Backlight Using the Infrared Remote Control Example of Recording in Self Recording Mode Self RecordingNormal Self Recording Recording time is preset for 20 seconds Camera Recording Useful Features forSelf Recording Message OSD Useful Features for Camera Recording Photoreceptor Usable Buttons During Self Recording ModeMore Information on Self Recording Press C or B on the button to select NEARor FAR Setting the Manual FocusTo Return to Auto Focus Mode Manual FocusTo Go Back to Auto Mode Scene Menu Program AEOFF Situation Recommended Setting the Shutter SpeedTo Return to the Standard Shutter Speed Recommended Shutter SpeedsWhite Balance Lock To Return to the Auto ModePressAon the button to select Iris Camera Recording Useful Features forManual Iris , press C or B on the operation button to selectRecording a Five-Second Still Image Snapshot Still RecordingTo Stop Snapshot or Still Recording Stopwatch Using the Stopwatch FunctionTo Reset the Stopwatch Strobe RecordingDisplaying Lap Times Lighting indicator Light LightingReference Connections and Editing Connection to TV Using the Docking StationConnection to TV Using a VCR About the S-video ConnectorConnections for Playback on a TV Using Audio/Video Jacks Use the Camcorder to Play Back Tapes on a TVConnections and Editing Attaching the A/V Pack Using the Optional SAV103 A/V PackConnections and Editing Detaching the A/V PackTo Stop Editing Setting the Edit ModeEditing Cutting Unwanted SequencesRecording Recording from an External SourceTo Record from an External Source To Stop RecordingFluorescent Lamp Backlight Replacing the Fluorescent Lamp BacklightReferences Optional Accessories References Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Total Amount EnclosedAccessory Order Form United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local DealerProximity to lighting equipment PrecautionsUse and Care Avoid shocks DroppingDew warning feature What is dew formation?When dew forms in your camcorder How to prevent trouble due to dew formationFor long battery lifetime Battery PackBattery pack consumption Temperature during chargingVideo Cassette Tapes Trouble Checks Symptom Possible cause Suggested solution Specifications Signal System Ntsc standardAC Adapter/Battery Charger Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited warranty If you purchased your camcorder outside the USA What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty Product RegistrationIndex Handstrap, Adjusting Hi8 Cassettes Important Safeguards Eject the Cassette IndicatorFast Forward Operation Features Camera Recording Light IndicatorIndex Using Remote Tape END IndicatorTape Ends Soon Indicator Warranty, LimitedMeridian Street Indianapolis, Part Number 96-ProV950HB-1Lxxvi
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