RCA PRO846 manual Care and Maintenance, Cleaning the Viewfinder

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Care and Maintenance

Keep dust and grit from entering the cassette door. They are abrasive and cause excessive wear both to the camcorder’s recording/playback heads and cassettes.

Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the camcorder is not in use.

When the camcorder is not in use, always remove the cassette and AC adapter/charger or battery.

The camcorder can be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.

Do not touch the lens with your fingers. The oil from your skin can damage the lens. Use lens-cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cleaning solu- tion designed for use on camera lens. Improper cleaning may scratch the lens.

Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40°F (4°C) or above 95°F (35°C). Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22°F (-30°C) or above 149°F (65°C).

Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.

Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects.

Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight. Doing so could permanently damage the camcorder’s internal parts.

Cleaning the Viewfinder

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1.Rotate the eyepiece counterclockwise until it stops and remove it.

2.Use a soft non-abrasive cloth, swab, or lens cleaning paper to clean the miniature monitor.

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3. Insert the eyepiece with the raised

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mark ( — ) at the center of the

 

 

viewfinder. Then rotate the eyepiece

 

clockwise until it stops.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Product Registration Model Pro846 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromTable of Contents AssistanceRecording Features Video CassettesOptional Color Enhancement PlaybackUnpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationAttach the adapter/charger Insert a cassetteAttach the lens cap cord and adjust the handstrap Turn on the camcorderAdjust eyepiece focus control for your vision Start and stop recordingPlay back what you have recorded Review camcorder’s operating controlsInst Remote Sensor Remote ControlInstall Remote Battery REW Rewind Button FWD Fast Forward Stop Button V Audio/Video DUB ButtonFWD Fast Forward Button Play ButtonPowering Your Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter To Attach the Adapter/ChargerUsing the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging and Refreshing the BatteryInsert the Battery Remove the BatteryProper Care and Storage of Your Battery Battery Safety PrecautionsUsing Alkaline AA Batteries to Power Your Camcorder Insert the BatteriesDisplay in Viewfinder Safety Precautions When Using Alkaline BatteriesChecking Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapters Using the DCC06 Car Cord Adapter to Power the CamcorderUse DCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Power Camcorder Using DCC80 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Charge a BatteryErase Protection Safety Tab Video CassettesCassette Recording Time Recording and Playback Speed and TimesInserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageRecording Features MicrophoneFlying Erase Head Tally LightEdit Search Tape Positioning Edit SearchTime-Remaining Display Program AE Auto ExposureTo Stop Date Search Date SearchTo Date Search Correct the Date or Time Date and Time DisplaySet the Date and Time To Select Display to Record DATE/TITLEInstall the Clock Lithium Cell Eyepiece Focus Control Tilt AdjustmentViewfinder Displays in Viewfinder Displays in ViewfinderTime and Date Battery Level IndicatorTime Remaining Focusing Your Camcorder Auto FocusConditions 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 Titler Creating a TitleChart of Characters in Titler’s Register ? ’ . / , ! Blank SpaceRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Recording Titles While Copying a Tape on Another VCRInstallation Audio/Video DubbingTo Audio/Video Dub on the Camcorder Synchro Edit To Synchro Edit Recording from VCR or TV Monitor Installation How to Record from a Monitor TV or VCROptional 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 Playback on TV or VCR Using AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks VideoViewing 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 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the ViewfinderVLP04 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 CRF81 RF Output Adapter AVS80 Synchro Edit Cable VAA009 Audio/Video Input CableAH25 Y-Adapter Cable TransformerAC088 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 and Adjustments Trouble ChecksSee pages Specifications User InformationCustomer 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 StatesIndex DATE/TITLEIndex Customer Service Accessories ConsumersCanadian Consumers North Meridian Street Indianapolis,