RCA Pro842, Pro848 manual Turn on the camcorder, Adjust viewfinder focus, Start and stop recording

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First-Time Operation

VCR (PLAY)/CAM Indicators and Button

CHARGE VCR

CAM

		REW Button
		PLAY Button
		STOP Button
		EJECT Button
	Eyepiece	POWER Switch
	Eyepiece
	Focus	Thumb
	Control	Thumb
	Control	Trigger
		Trigger

5. Turn on the camcorder.

Slide the POWER switch upward to turn the camcorder on.

Notes: Whenever the camcorder is turned on, it turns on in the CAM (camera) mode. If it does not, press the VCR(PLAY)/CAM button until the red CAM indicator beside the VCR(PLAY)/CAM button lights.

The green and red indicators on each side of the button let you know the mode of the camcorder. The red indicator lights when the camcorder is in the CAM (camera) mode and the green indicator lights when the camcorder is in the VCR (PLAY) mode.

7. Adjust viewfinder focus.

Turn the eyepiece focus control right or left to obtain the clearest possible picture.

8.Start and stop recording.

•Press and release the REC START/STOP button (thumb trigger) to start recording. REC appears in the viewfinder.

•Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in the record- pause mode. PAUSE appears in the viewfinder.

6.Insert a cassette.

A.Press the EJECT button to open the cassette compartment.

B.Insert the cassette so the safety tab is at the top and the tape window faces out.

C.Gently close the cassette compartment by pressing on the area labeled PUSH until it clicks into place. The top closes automatically. Do not press down on the top as it may damage the camcorder.

9.Play back what you have recorded.

•Press the VCR(PLAY)/CAM button to light the VCR(PLAY) indicator.

•Press REW to rewind the tape.

•Press PLAY to play back the tape.

•Press STOP when you are finished playing back the tape.

10.Turn off the camcorder.

Slide the POWER switch upward to turn off the camcorder. The VCR(PLAY) or CAM indicator will turn off.

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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