RCA Pro847, Pro848, Pro842 manual Important Safety Information, Product Registration

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Important Safety Information

Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose camcorder or AC adapter to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUENE PASOUVRIR

This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond.

CAUTION: Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a video cassette. When moved from a cold area to a warm location, moisture may condense on the head drum inside the machine. This moisture could cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed.

Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here. Record the serial and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder.

Model Pro842/Pro847/Pro848

Serial No:_____________________________________________________

Purchase Date: ________________________________________________

Purchased From: ______________________________________________

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Contents USER‘S Guide Important Safety Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents AssistanceUnpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationAttach lens cap cord and adjust handstrap Attach shoulder strapAttach the AC Adapter Supply power to the camcorderInstall Six Optional AA Alkaline Batteries Start and stop recording Adjust viewfinder focusTurn on the camcorder Insert a cassetteReview the camcorder’s controls AUDIO, VIDEO, RFUsing Optional AC Plug Adapter Powering Your CamcorderUsing the AC Adapter to Power Your Camcorder Remove the AC AdapterInstall the Battery Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your CamcorderBattery Safety Precautions Remove the BatteryCharge the Battery Battery Level Indicator Nickel Cadmium Battery Care and StorageSafety Precautions When Using Alkaline Batteries Using Optional Alkaline AA BatteriesInstall the Alkaline Batteries Refresh the Battery Using the Optional AC Adapter/ChargerCharging and Refreshing Rechargeable Battery Remove the Adapter/Charger Power the CamcorderAttach Adapter/Charger Lithium Cell Installation Replace cell holder in remote until it clicks into placeStore the Remote Control Remote ControlStoring the Remote Control Remove the Remote ControlStop Button Counter Memory and Reset ButtonsZoom T and W Buttons During record or record pause Play Button REW Rewind ButtonREC Record Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonVideo Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording Inserting or Removing CassettesMaking a Recording To Make a Recording Attach a power supplyUse the zoom feature Insert a video tapeStatus Displays Zoom IndicatorViewfinder Displays Elapsed Time-Counter AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed IndicatorBattery Level Indicator Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, orEyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingViewfinder Model Pro848 Only External Microphone Jack Flying Erase HeadMicrophone Automatic White Balance and IrisQuick Review Feature Blank Search Camera Edit FeatureAE Automatic Exposure Shutter Speed Control Using the Zoom ControlZooming Conditions Requiring Focus Lock FocusingUsing Focus Lock Remove Cell Install the Clock Lithium CellInstall Cell Set the Date and Time Correct the Date or TimeRecording Date or Date and Time on Your Tape Select the Display to RecordTo Use the Memory-Stop Feature Time CounterRecording Tips Traveling TipsIN/OUT Switch Model Pro848 Only Recording from a TV or VCRConnection OperationViewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and FeaturesPlayback Tape Positioning Playback FeaturesVisual Searching Stop-Action PauseInstallation Model Pro848 Only Playback on TV or VCR withPlayback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or RecordingModels Pro842 and Pro847 Only Playback on TV or VCR with Playback Model Pro848 Only Make sure InstallationPlayback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs Playback Operation Normal TV ViewingOptional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local DealerVH54 Cable Transformer CPS801C AC Adapter/Charger CRF800 RF Output AdapterDCC100 DC Cable AH25 Y-AdapterUsing the Optional AC088 Tripod Order Form for Camcorder Models Pro842/Pro847/Pro848 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local Dealer800 338 Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s ViewfinderProper Care and Storage Things to AvoidTrouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksSee Recording. See Customer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeLimited Warranty Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesAC Adapter SpecificationsCamcorder Information to User Index CAM/VCRPLAY ButtonOn next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Canadian Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,