RCA Pro848, Pro842, Pro847 Power the Camcorder, Attach Adapter/Charger, Remove the Adapter/Charger

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Powering Your Camcorder

Power the Camcorder

The optional CPS801C AC adapter/charger and optional DCC100 DC cable let you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. It operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge your battery pack. You may need a plug adapter in some countries. Consult your dealer.

To AC 100-

240V, 50/60 Hz

Adapter/Charger

DC IN Jack

DC Cable

Caution: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than charging recommended battery or supplying power to the camcorder.

Attach Adapter/Charger

1Press the PUSH button to open the battery compartment. Carefully open the compartment fully.

2.	Plug one end of the optional DC cable
	into the DC OUT jack on the adapter/
	charger and the other end into the DC
	IN jack on the camcorder.
3.	Close the battery compartment. Press
	the PUSH button to lock the battery
	compartment shut.
4.	Plug the AC adapter/charger power
	cord into an AC operating outlet. The

1.Unplug the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.

2.Disconnect the DC cable from the camcorder and adapter/charger.

Using Optional AC Plug Adapter

An optional plug adapter may be required in some countries.

Optional AC

AC 100-240V

adapter/charger’s POWER indicator

1.

Plug Adapter

lights.

Remove the Adapter/Charger

Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into the AC plug adapter.

2.Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Product Registration Important Safety InformationAssistance Table of ContentsFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesAttach shoulder strap Attach lens cap cord and adjust handstrapSupply power to the camcorder Install Six Optional AA Alkaline BatteriesAttach the AC Adapter Insert a cassette Adjust viewfinder focusTurn on the camcorder Start and stop recordingAUDIO, VIDEO, RF Review the camcorder’s controlsRemove the AC Adapter Powering Your CamcorderUsing the AC Adapter to Power Your Camcorder Using Optional AC Plug AdapterRemove the Battery Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your CamcorderBattery Safety Precautions Install the BatteryCharge the Battery Nickel Cadmium Battery Care and Storage Battery Level IndicatorUsing Optional Alkaline AA Batteries Install the Alkaline BatteriesSafety Precautions When Using Alkaline Batteries Using the Optional AC Adapter/Charger Charging and Refreshing Rechargeable BatteryRefresh the Battery Power the Camcorder Attach Adapter/ChargerRemove the Adapter/Charger Replace cell holder in remote until it clicks into place Lithium Cell InstallationRemove the Remote Control Remote ControlStoring the Remote Control Store the Remote ControlCounter Memory and Reset Buttons Zoom T and W Buttons During record or record pauseStop Button FWD Fast Forward Button REW Rewind ButtonREC Record Button Play ButtonInserting or Removing Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording Video CassettesInsert a video tape To Make a Recording Attach a power supplyUse the zoom feature Making a RecordingZoom Indicator Viewfinder DisplaysStatus Displays Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, or AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed IndicatorBattery Level Indicator Elapsed Time-CounterAdjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Automatic White Balance and Iris Flying Erase HeadMicrophone Model Pro848 Only External Microphone JackCamera Edit Feature Quick Review Feature Blank SearchUsing the Zoom Control ZoomingAE Automatic Exposure Shutter Speed Control Focusing Using Focus LockConditions Requiring Focus Lock Install the Clock Lithium Cell Install CellRemove Cell Correct the Date or Time Set the Date and TimeSelect the Display to Record Recording Date or Date and Time on Your TapeTime Counter To Use the Memory-Stop FeatureTraveling Tips Recording TipsModel Pro848 Only Recording from a TV or VCR IN/OUT SwitchOperation ConnectionViewfinder Playback and Features PlaybackViewfinder Playback Stop-Action Pause Playback FeaturesVisual Searching Tape PositioningModel Pro848 Only Playback on TV or VCR with InstallationViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRModels Pro842 and Pro847 Only Playback on TV or VCR with Playback Installation Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video InputsModel Pro848 Only Make sure Normal TV Viewing Playback OperationTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer Optional AccessoriesAH25 Y-Adapter CPS801C AC Adapter/Charger CRF800 RF Output AdapterDCC100 DC Cable VH54 Cable TransformerUsing the Optional AC088 Tripod Accessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Models Pro842/Pro847/Pro848 Authorized Signature To order accessories, contact your local Dealer 800 338United States and Canada Orders Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s LensThings to Avoid Proper Care and StorageTrouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsSee Recording. See Returning 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 RegistrationSpecifications CamcorderAC Adapter Information to User CAM/VCRPLAY Button IndexOn next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers