RCA Pro842, Pro848, Pro847 manual Playback Operation, Normal TV Viewing

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Playback

Playback Operation

1.Set the CHANNEL 4CH/3CH switch on the RF output adapter to CHANNEL 4CH or 3CH.

2.Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel you selected with the RF output adapter’s CHANNEL switch.

3.Attach a power supply and turn on the camcorder.

4.Insert a tape.

5.Press VCR(PLAY)/CAM button to place the camcorder in the VCR(PLAY) mode. The green VCR(PLAY) indicator will light.

6.Press PLAY.

•During playback, use the playback features described on page 35.

7.Press STOP when you are finished.

Viewing What the Camcorder Is Seeing or Recording

1.Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3 or 4. When the camcorder is used as a camera, turn the TV’s volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by feedback.

2.Set the CHANNEL 4CH/3CH switch on the RF output adapter to the same channel you selected on the TV.

3.Press VCR(PLAY)/CAM button to place the camcorder in the CAM mode. The red CAM indicator will light.

4.Press the thumb trigger to begin recording. You can watch what the camcorder is seeing (or recording) on the TV screen.

Notes: The remote will also operate the camcorder.

Press the DISPLAY button to have the camcorder’s displays appear on the TV screen.

Normal TV Viewing

For normal TV viewing, you may leave the RF output adapter hooked up to the TV. Disconnect the adapter plug from the camcorder or turn off the camcorder.

Note to Cable TV Installer

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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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 handstrapInstall Six Optional AA Alkaline Batteries Supply power to the camcorderAttach 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 IndicatorInstall 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 Replace cell holder in remote until it clicks into place Lithium Cell InstallationRemove the Remote Control Remote ControlStoring the Remote Control Store the Remote ControlZoom T and W Buttons During record or record pause Counter Memory and Reset ButtonsStop 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 RecordingViewfinder Displays Zoom IndicatorStatus Displays Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, or AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed IndicatorBattery Level Indicator Elapsed Time-CounterViewfinder Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingEyepiece Focus Control Automatic White Balance and Iris Flying Erase HeadMicrophone Model Pro848 Only External Microphone JackCamera Edit Feature Quick Review Feature Blank SearchZooming Using the Zoom ControlAE Automatic Exposure Shutter Speed Control Using Focus Lock FocusingConditions Requiring Focus Lock Install Cell Install the Clock Lithium 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 ConnectionPlayback Viewfinder Playback and FeaturesViewfinder 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 Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs InstallationModel 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 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 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 RegistrationCamcorder SpecificationsAC Adapter Information to User CAM/VCRPLAY Button IndexOn next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers