RCA Pro842, Pro848, Pro847 manual Trouble Checks and Adjustments

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Trouble Checks

Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies.

Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.

If service should be necessary, the warranty information lists what your warranty covers and explains how to get service.

Trouble	Checks and Adjustments

No power	• Slide the POWER switch upward to turn on the camcorder.
	• If using rechargeable battery, it may need to be recharged.
	• If using AC adapter or AC adapter/charger, make sure it is
	plugged into a working outlet.
	• If using “AA” batteries, they may need to be replaced.

Won’t record or	• If the dew indicator ( ) flashes in the viewfinder, there is
playback	moisture in the camcorder. Wait until the dew indicator no
	longer appears before operating the camcorder.

•Make sure VCR(PLAY)/CAM button is in the

CAM (camera) or VCR(PLAY) mode. (See page 5.)

•There may not be a cassette in the camcorder.

•Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.

•The cassette tape may be broken, try another cassette.

•You may have reached the end of the cassette, try rewinding it.

Won’t playback	• VCR(PLAY)/CAM button must be in VCR(PLAY) mode.

Won’t record	• Safety tab has been closed. (See page 18.)
	• VCR(PLAY)/CAM button must be in CAM (camera) mode.

No picture	• Remove lens cap.

Camcorder turns	• Slide POWER switch upward to turn the camcorder back
itself off	on. If camcorder is left in record pause or play pause for
	three minutes, it will turn itself off to prevent tape wear.

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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,