RCA Pro848, Pro842, Pro847 Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing, Eyepiece Focus Control

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Recording

Viewfinder

The camcorder’s viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording.

Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing

For convenient viewing, you can rotate the viewfinder up and down.

Viewfinder

Cautions

Eyepiece Focus Control

Do not force the viewfinder to rotate completely around. This will damage the viewfinder and/or the camcorder.

When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap, put the viewfinder down. This helps prevent possible damage to the viewfinder from bumping against your body as you move.

Eyepiece Focus Control

The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your personal vision. If you wear eye glasses, you probably can operate the camcorder without them.

It is easiest to set the correct focus by focusing on one of the viewfinder’s on- screen displays.

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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 strapSupply power to the camcorder Install Six Optional AA Alkaline BatteriesAttach the AC Adapter Adjust viewfinder focus Turn on the camcorderStart and stop recording Insert a cassetteReview the camcorder’s controls AUDIO, VIDEO, RFPowering Your Camcorder Using the AC Adapter to Power Your CamcorderUsing Optional AC Plug Adapter Remove the AC AdapterUsing the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your Camcorder Battery Safety PrecautionsInstall the Battery Remove the BatteryCharge the Battery Battery Level Indicator Nickel Cadmium Battery Care and StorageUsing 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 Lithium Cell Installation Replace cell holder in remote until it clicks into placeRemote Control Storing the Remote ControlStore the Remote Control Remove the Remote ControlCounter Memory and Reset Buttons Zoom T and W Buttons During record or record pauseStop Button REW Rewind Button REC Record ButtonPlay Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonErase Protection Safety Tab RecordingVideo Cassettes Inserting or Removing CassettesTo Make a Recording Attach a power supply Use the zoom featureMaking a Recording Insert a video tapeZoom Indicator Viewfinder DisplaysStatus Displays AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed Indicator Battery Level IndicatorElapsed Time-Counter Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, orAdjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Flying Erase Head MicrophoneModel Pro848 Only External Microphone Jack Automatic White Balance and IrisQuick Review Feature Blank Search Camera Edit FeatureUsing the Zoom Control ZoomingAE Automatic Exposure Shutter Speed Control Focusing Using Focus LockConditions Requiring Focus Lock Install the Clock Lithium Cell Install CellRemove 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 and Features PlaybackViewfinder Playback Playback Features Visual SearchingTape Positioning 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 Installation Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video InputsModel Pro848 Only Make sure Playback Operation Normal TV ViewingOptional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local DealerCPS801C AC Adapter/Charger CRF800 RF Output Adapter DCC100 DC CableVH54 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 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens 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 What your warranty does not cover How State Law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesSpecifications CamcorderAC Adapter Information to User Index CAM/VCRPLAY ButtonOn next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Customer Service Accessories ConsumersCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,