RCA ProV950HB manual Supplied Accessories

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Supplied Accessories

This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options.

Assistance

These toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problems you may encounter.

Camcorder Exchange Warranty	800-283-6503
Customer Service	800-336-1900
Accessories	800-338-0376

Supplied Accessories

Information	Important

	Rechargeable Battery Pack
Model ProV950HB	Part No. BB75

WARNING: LITHIUM-ION (RECHARGEABLE) BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

DO NOT INCINERATE OR DISASSEMBLE–MAY EXPLODE OR RELEASE TOXIC MATERIALS. DO NOT SHORT CIRCUIT–MAY CAUSE BURNS.

CAUTION: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than

REMOTE CONTROL

REC

START/ ZOOM

STOP

PLAY PAUSE/STILL

REW FF

Shoulder Strap

STOP SLOW

AC Adapter/Charger

Part No. 233576

charging the BB75 or BB90 battery pack or supplying power to the camcorder.

VOLUME

Part No. 233580

Remote Control

Part No. 233581

Docking Station	Audio/Video Cable	S-Video Cable	DC Output Cable
Part No. 233665	Part No. 233582	Part No. 233579	Part No. 233578

Two Lithium Cells

3-Volt Micro Lithium Cells – such as CR2025

–are available from most local drug stores and camera shops. Use of other cells present a risk of fire or explosion.

CAUTIONS: Lithium cells must be disposed of properly. Never handle punctured or leaking cells. May cause burns or personal injury.

Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if swallowed. If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment.

The lithium cells used in these devices may explode resulting in a fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212º F (100ºC), or incinerate.

Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell, and never short circuit the + and – sides of the cell.

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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