RCA PRO846 manual See pages

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Trouble Checks

Trouble	Checks and Adjustments

Poor auto-focus	• Make sure FOCUS does not appear in viewfinder. Press
operation	FOCUS F and N buttons together to turn on auto focus.
	See pages 32-33.
	• Scene is dark. Auto-focus may not work under this
	condition. See pages 32-33 for details on manual focus.
	• Lens is smudged, and image appears unfocused.
	• Viewfinder eyepiece focus is misadjusted. See page 29.

Viewfinder displays	• Try adjusting eyepiece focus control. See page 29.
are out of focus

Date and/time, date, or	• Date and time or date will be recorded on tape whenever
date and title were	they appear in the viewfinder. Press DATE/TITLE button
recorded on tape	to remove them from viewfinder when recording.
	• Auto date or auto title feature turned on. See page 27.

Date and/or time are	• Camcorder’s internal battery may need replacing.
incorrect	See page 28.
	• Date and/or time may need to be set. See page 26.

Remote control	• Aim remote at remote sensor on camcorder.
will not operate	• Remote must be within 13 feet from the camcorder to
camcorder	operate it.
	• Remote control cell may need replacing. See page 9.
	• CAM/OFF/VCR switch must be in CAM or VCR for
	camcorder to operate.
	• Camcorder’s remote control sensor is exposed to direct
	sunlight or strong artificial light. This may interfere with
	operation of camcorder by remote.

Camcorder will not	• CAM/OFF/VCR switch must be in CAM.
record from audio/	• Check cable connections and make sure other component
video connector	is playing. See pages 42-43.

Camcorder turns off	• Camcorder remained in pause for five minutes. Turn
during operation	camcorder back on.
	• Rechargeable battery needs recharging or alkaline
	batteries need replacing.

Recorded audio too low

• Subject too far from camcorder.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model Pro846 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsVideo Cassettes Recording FeaturesOptional Color Enhancement PlaybackFirst-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 V Audio/Video DUB Button Stop ButtonFWD Fast Forward Button Play ButtonUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Powering Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter To Attach the Adapter/ChargerCharging 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 CamcorderVideo Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabCassette Recording Time Recording and Playback Speed and TimesCassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesMicrophone Recording FeaturesFlying Erase Head Tally LightEdit 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 Titler? ’ . / , ! Blank Space Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Recording Titles While Copying a Tape on Another VCRAudio/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 VAA009 Audio/Video Input Cable CRF81 RF Output Adapter AVS80 Synchro Edit 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 Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsSee pages User Information SpecificationsReturning 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 StatesDATE/TITLE IndexIndex Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesCanadian Consumers North Meridian Street Indianapolis,