RCA Pro848 Making a Recording, To Make a Recording Attach a power supply, Insert a video tape

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Recording

Making a Recording

The steps below tell you how to make a recording and suggest using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages.

REW Button

DISPLAY BLANK REC

REW PLAY F FWD

STOP PAUSE

EJECT

Eyepiece

Focus Control

Zoom Control

CAM (Camera) Indicator

POWER Switch

Thumb Trigger

EJECT Button

To Make a Recording:

1. Attach a power supply.

Attach the adapter, charged battery, or install optional “AA” alkaline batteries.

2.Remove the lens cap and attach it to the handstrap.

3.Slide the POWER switch upward to turn on the camcorder.

The CAM indicator will light and the camcorder will enter the record pause mode. PAUSE appears in the viewfinder

4.Insert a video tape.

•Press EJECT.

•Insert the cassette with safety tab facing up and the tape window facing out.

5.Adjust the viewfinder and eyepiece focus control for your vision.

6.Start and stop recording.

•Press and release the thumb trigger (REC START/STOP button) to start recording. REC appears in the viewfinder.

•Press and release the the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in record pause. PAUSE appears in the viewfinder.

•The camcorder will automatically turn off if it remains in record pause for three minutes. Slide the POWER switch upward to turn the camcorder back on.

7.Use the zoom feature.

•Zoom in and out using the zoom control.

8.Review what you have recorded.

•Press and release REW to review the last few seconds of the recording.

•Press and hold REW or FFWD to visually see what you have recorded. Release the button to begin recording at that point.

9.When you are finished, slide the POWER switch upward to turn off the camcorder. Replace the lens cap.

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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 Turn on the camcorder Adjust viewfinder focusStart and stop recording Insert a cassetteAUDIO, VIDEO, RF Review the camcorder’s controlsUsing the AC Adapter to Power Your Camcorder Powering Your CamcorderUsing Optional AC Plug Adapter Remove the AC AdapterBattery Safety Precautions Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your CamcorderInstall the Battery Remove 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 InstallationStoring the Remote Control Remote ControlStore the Remote Control Remove the Remote ControlCounter Memory and Reset Buttons Zoom T and W Buttons During record or record pauseStop Button REC Record Button REW Rewind ButtonPlay Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonRecording Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Inserting or Removing CassettesUse the zoom feature To Make a Recording Attach a power supplyMaking a Recording Insert a video tapeZoom Indicator Viewfinder DisplaysStatus Displays Battery Level Indicator AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed IndicatorElapsed Time-Counter Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, orAdjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Microphone Flying Erase HeadModel Pro848 Only External Microphone Jack Automatic White Balance and IrisCamera 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 Visual Searching Playback FeaturesTape Positioning Stop-Action PauseModel 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 AccessoriesDCC100 DC Cable CPS801C AC Adapter/Charger CRF800 RF Output AdapterVH54 Cable Transformer AH25 Y-AdapterUsing 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 Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Cleaning the Camcorder’s ViewfinderThings 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 How State Law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesSpecifications CamcorderAC Adapter Information to User CAM/VCRPLAY Button IndexOn next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,