RCA PRO846 manual Macro Focus, Conditions that May Require Manual Focus

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Focusing Your Camcorder

Manual Focus

Under certain conditions, such as those listed, you may need to focus manually.

1.Press FOCUS F and N at the same time to turn on manual focus. FOCUS appears in the viewfinder.

2.Press zoom button T to zoom in on your subject.

To maintain proper focus throughout the zoom range, zoom in on your subject before adjusting the focus.

3.Press and hold either FOCUS button until the subject is clearly focused.

4.When you are finished, Press FOCUS F and N at the same time to turn on auto focus. FOCUS disappears from the viewfinder.

Conditions that May Require Manual Focus

The following conditions may require the use of manual focusing during recording.

When a subject has a close foreground and a background far away.

When two subjects at different distances overlap.

A subject with distinct horizontal stripes or small pattern.

A subject not in the center of the viewfinder.

Subjects with shiny surfaces or sharp angles.

Recording in low-light situations.

Recording through a window.

Macro Focus

The macro-focus feature lets you focus on objects as close as 3/8 inch from the camcorder lens.

1.Make sure FOCUS does not appear in the viewfinder. If it does, press FOCUS F and N at the same time to remove it.

2.Press and hold zoom button “W” until the lens is completely zoomed out.

3.Position the subject in the center of the viewfinder.

Notes: Zooming is not possible when using macro focus. To change the size of the subject, move the camcorder’s lens closer or farther away from it.

For best results, increase illumination when recording using macro focus.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model Pro846 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsPlayback Recording FeaturesVideo Cassettes Optional Color EnhancementFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesInsert a cassette Attach the adapter/chargerTurn on the camcorder Attach the lens cap cord and adjust the handstrapStart and stop recording Adjust eyepiece focus control for your visionReview camcorder’s operating controls Play back what you have recordedInst Remote Sensor Remote ControlInstall Remote Battery REW Rewind Button FWD Fast Forward Play Button Stop ButtonV Audio/Video DUB Button FWD Fast Forward ButtonTo Attach the Adapter/Charger Powering Your CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Using an Optional Plug AdapterCharging and Refreshing the Battery Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Insert the BatteryBattery Safety Precautions Proper Care and Storage of Your BatteryInsert the Batteries Using Alkaline AA Batteries to Power Your CamcorderDisplay in Viewfinder Safety Precautions When Using Alkaline BatteriesChecking Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the DCC06 Car Cord Adapter to Power the Camcorder Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord AdaptersUsing DCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Charge a Battery Use DCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Power CamcorderRecording and Playback Speed and Times Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Cassette Recording TimeCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesTally Light Recording FeaturesMicrophone Flying Erase HeadEdit Search Edit Search Tape PositioningProgram AE Auto Exposure Time-Remaining DisplayTo Stop Date Search Date SearchTo Date Search Correct the Date or Time Date and Time DisplaySet the Date and Time DATE/TITLE To Select Display to RecordInstall the Clock Lithium Cell Eyepiece Focus Control Tilt AdjustmentViewfinder Displays in Viewfinder Displays in ViewfinderTime and Date Battery Level IndicatorTime Remaining Auto Focus Focusing Your CamcorderConditions that May Require Manual Focus Manual FocusMacro Focus Zooming Using Power Zoom ButtonsUsing INST. Instant Zoom Button To Use Time Counter Memory-Stop FeatureTime Counter With Memory Stop Creating a Title TitlerRecording Titles While Copying a Tape on Another VCR Chart of Characters in Titler’s Register? ’ . / , ! Blank Space Recording Titles on a Tape in the CamcorderAudio/Video Dubbing InstallationTo Audio/Video Dub on the Camcorder Synchro Edit To Synchro Edit Recording from VCR or TV Monitor How to Record from a Monitor TV or VCR InstallationOptional Color Enhancement Light Removing and Replacing the Light Bulb To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapRemoving the Lens Hood Traveling Tips Camcorder Recording and Traveling TipsHolding The Camcorder To Play Back a Tape Through the Viewfinder Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesViewfinder Playback Visual Searching Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Video Playback on TV or VCR Using AUDIO/VIDEO in JacksViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRPlayback on TV or VCR Playback on TV without Audio/Video Inputs Normal TV Viewing Playback OperationViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Cleaning the Viewfinder Care and MaintenanceVLP04 Color Enhancement Light Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer Rechargeable Batteries DCC06 Car Cord Adapter CPS85 AC Battery ChargerDCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger Cable Transformer CRF81 RF Output Adapter AVS80 Synchro Edit CableVAA009 Audio/Video Input Cable AH25 Y-AdapterAC088 Super Lightweight Tripod Order Form for Camcorder Model Pro846 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature International Orders 800 338United States and Canada Orders Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsSee pages User Information SpecificationsReturning 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 RegistrationDATE/TITLE IndexIndex North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian Consumers