RCA Pro848 manual Models Pro842 and Pro847 Only Playback on TV or VCR with

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Playback

Models Pro842 and Pro847 Only: Playback on TV (or VCR) with

AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks

To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, you will need the supplied audio/video cable. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV.

Audio and Video Jacks

Located Behind A/V Cover

V

A

Installation

			Back of
	Yellow Video Plug	White	Mono VCR or
		White	TV Monitor
	Audio/Video	Audio	TV Monitor
	Audio/Video	Audio
	Cable	Plug
			AUDIO
			IN
			VIDEO
			IN

White

Audio

Plug

Yellow

Video

Plug

OR

Back of

Stereo VCR or

TV Monitor

Yellow Video Plug

	White	L
	Audio	AUDIO
	Plug	IN
	Plug	R
		R
	White	VIDEO
	Audio	IN
	Audio	Optional Y-Adapter
	Plug	(such as AH25)
	Audio/Video
	Cable
	Yellow Video Plug

1.Attach the white plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the AUDIO IN jack on the TV (or VCR).

Notes: If your TV (or VCR) has stereo AUDIO IN jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO. If one is not labeled MONO, you may need a Y-adapter, such as AH25, shown on page 43 to hear both channels.

3.Attach the white plug on the other end of the audio/video cable to the

A (audio) jack (located behind the A/V cover) on the side of the camcorder.

4.Attach the yellow plug to the yellow V (video) jack on the camcorder.

2.Attach the yellow plug to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV (or VCR).

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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 strapInstall Six Optional AA Alkaline Batteries Supply power to the camcorderAttach 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 StorageInstall the Alkaline Batteries Using Optional Alkaline AA BatteriesSafety Precautions When Using Alkaline Batteries Charging and Refreshing Rechargeable Battery Using the Optional AC Adapter/ChargerRefresh the Battery Attach Adapter/Charger Power the CamcorderRemove 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 ControlZoom T and W Buttons During record or record pause Counter Memory and Reset ButtonsStop 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 tapeViewfinder Displays Zoom IndicatorStatus Displays AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed Indicator Battery Level IndicatorElapsed Time-Counter Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, orViewfinder Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingEyepiece Focus Control Flying Erase Head MicrophoneModel Pro848 Only External Microphone Jack Automatic White Balance and IrisQuick Review Feature Blank Search Camera Edit FeatureZooming Using the Zoom ControlAE Automatic Exposure Shutter Speed Control Using Focus Lock FocusingConditions Requiring Focus Lock Install Cell Install the Clock Lithium 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 OperationPlayback Viewfinder Playback and FeaturesViewfinder 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 Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs InstallationModel 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 Please complete other side also Accessory Order FormOrder Form for Camcorder Models Pro842/Pro847/Pro848 Authorized Signature 800 338 To order accessories, contact your local DealerUnited 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 StatesCamcorder SpecificationsAC Adapter Information to User Index CAM/VCRPLAY ButtonOn next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Customer Service Accessories ConsumersCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,