RCA ProV950HB manual Digital Image Stabilization DIS, Macro Shots, Tripod Power Zoom Buttons

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Digital Image Stabilization (DIS)

The DIS function lets you stabilize the image by electronically canceling relatively small image shakes that are often annoying in close-up shots.

1 Press the MENU button until appears on the monitor (Camera mode).

2 Press B on the operation button ( ) to select “DIS”. The “” indicator appears on the monitor, and the camcorder enters DIS mode.

 

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Operation

AUTO

FADE

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Caution:

The DIS function cannot compensate for excessive image shake, or for the subjects or situations described below.

Subject with low contrast*

Subject with a plain background*

Dark or dimly lit subject*

Subject with vertical or horizontal stripes

Many moving subjects in a single frame

A shutter speed other than 1/100 sec. is used

under the light of fluorescent lamps. (*The “ ” indicator blinks during these conditions.)

Macro Shots

This camcorder lets you shoot close-up images of small objects such as flowers and insects, or make title frames for your videos. When you want to record a magnified image of a subject which is within approximately 5 feet (1.5 m) of the camcorder, do not zoom in on the subject. Instead, zoom out all the way by holding down the Power Zoom W button, and then move the camcorder closer to the subject until you obtain the desired angle of view. The camcorder will automatically focus on the subject when the lens is set for the widest angle.

Camera Recording

Basic Operations

 

 

To return to normal recording mode, press B on the button to select “DIS” again. The “” indicator will disappear.

Notes:

• While this function is in progress, the image on the

monitor is slightly magnified, and the shutter speed

is automatically switched from the standard speed

(1/60 sec.) to 1/100 sec.

• Image resolution slightly decreases in DIS mode.

• Under the light of fluorescent lamps, the picture may

brighten and dim.

Tripod

Notes:

Power Zoom Buttons

• The DIS feature does not work during Still Recording

mode.

• Battery consumption is larger in DIS mode. We

recommend that you not use the DIS feature when

using the camcorder on a tripod.

When you are recording a macro shot, be sure that the subject receives sufficient illumination.

It is recommended that you use a tripod for recording macro shots to prevent image shake.

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Contents Users Guide Model No ProV950HB Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationOn next InstallationUse ServiceExample 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 modeVCR Mode Camera 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 ZoneTime Zone Chart Setting Daylight Saving TimeTo 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 RecordingZooming Setting the Digital ZoomCamera Recording Auto Focus Setting Digital Quick Zoom RangesUsing Digital Quick Zoom Extend Zoom Digital Quick Zoom Extend ZoomGain-up Cat’s Eye Backlight Compensation BLCDisplay changes to the Light display Digital Image Stabilization DIS Tripod Power Zoom ButtonsMacro 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 ReturnHints for Better Shooting Tips on Recording PositionsBasic 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 DisplayCounter Memory To Cancel the Counter Memory ModeTurning Off the LCD Monitor Backlight Using the Infrared Remote Control Self Recording Example of Recording in Self Recording ModeNormal Self Recording Camera Recording Useful Features for Recording time is preset for 20 secondsSelf Recording Message OSD Photoreceptor Usable Buttons During Self Recording Mode Useful Features for Camera RecordingMore 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 FocusScene Menu Program AE To Go Back to Auto ModeOFF 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 selectStill Recording Recording a Five-Second Still Image SnapshotTo Stop Snapshot or Still Recording Stopwatch Using the Stopwatch FunctionTo Reset the Stopwatch Strobe RecordingDisplaying Lap Times Lighting Lighting indicator LightReference Connections and Editing Connection to TV Using the Docking StationConnection to TV Using a VCR About the S-video ConnectorUse the Camcorder to Play Back Tapes on a TV Connections for Playback on a TV Using Audio/Video JacksConnections 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 RecordingReplacing the Fluorescent Lamp Backlight 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 Signal System Ntsc standard SpecificationsAC 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, LimitedPart Number 96-ProV950HB-1 Meridian Street Indianapolis,Lxxvi