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Trouble Checks

Trouble	Checks and Adjustments

Camcorder does not	• Aim remote at camcorder’s remote control sensor.
respond to remote	• Remote’s lithium cell battery may be installed incorrectly.
control	See page 14.
	• Remote control’s lithium cell battery may need replacing.
	• Remote control sensor on camcorder exposed to direct
	sunlight or strong artificial light.

Tape stops during	• Time-counter memory may be on. Whenever an “M”
rewind or fast	appears with the time-counter display, the camcorder will
forward	stop rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter reads M
	0:00:00. Press REW or FFWD again to continue rewinding
	or fast forwarding, or press COUNTER MEMORY on the
	remote to turn off the memory-stop feature.

Camcorder remains	• Press PLAY or PAUSE to return to normal playback.
in pause mode

Sound is too low or	• Subject was too far from camcorder.
distorted	• Model Pro848 Only: Attach an external microphone.
	See “Specifications” on page 56 for proper type.

Poor auto-focus	• Subject is not in center of viewfinder or two subjects are
operation	at different distances. Use the focus lock feature.
	See page 26.

Viewfinder displays	• Lens is smudged, and image appears unfocused.
are out of focus	• Eyepiece focus control is misadjusted.
	• The small controls (B and C or F) on the bottom of the
	viewfinder control the brightness and color (models
	Pro848/Pro847) or focus (model Pro842) of the
	viewfinder. These controls have been set at the factory
	and should require no adjustment. If the brightness or
	color (models Pro848/Pro847)/focus (model Pro842) of
	the viewfinder ever does require adjustment, carefully
	use a plastic screwdriver. Make the adjustments with
	caution to prevent damaging the miniature controls.

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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 handstrapAttach the AC Adapter Supply power to the camcorderInstall Six Optional AA Alkaline Batteries 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 IndicatorSafety Precautions When Using Alkaline Batteries Using Optional Alkaline AA BatteriesInstall the Alkaline Batteries Refresh the Battery Using the Optional AC Adapter/ChargerCharging and Refreshing Rechargeable Battery Remove the Adapter/Charger Power the CamcorderAttach 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 ControlStop Button Counter Memory and Reset ButtonsZoom T and W Buttons During record or record pause 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 tapeStatus Displays Zoom IndicatorViewfinder Displays Battery Level Indicator AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed IndicatorElapsed Time-Counter Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, orEyepiece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient ViewingViewfinder Microphone Flying Erase HeadModel Pro848 Only External Microphone Jack Automatic White Balance and IrisCamera Edit Feature Quick Review Feature Blank SearchAE Automatic Exposure Shutter Speed Control Using the Zoom ControlZooming Conditions Requiring Focus Lock FocusingUsing Focus Lock Remove Cell Install the Clock Lithium CellInstall 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 Viewfinder Playback and FeaturesPlayback 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 Model Pro848 Only Make sure InstallationPlayback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs 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 Order Form for Camcorder Models Pro842/Pro847/Pro848 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local Dealer800 338 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 StatesAC Adapter SpecificationsCamcorder Information to User CAM/VCRPLAY Button IndexOn next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,