RCA Pro809 specifications Installation, Read and Follow Instructions- All the safety

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. However, safety is your responsibility too.

These pages list important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a camcorder, adapter/charger, and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating your products.

Installation

1.Read and Follow Instructions— All the safety and

operating instruc- tions should be read before the product is operated. Follow all operating instructions.

2.Retain Instructions—The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.Heed Warnings—Comply with all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

4.Polarization—This product is equipped with a polarized alternating- current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. To prevent electric shock, do

not use this polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an extension cord, use one with a polarized plug.

5.Power Sources—This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

6.Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire

insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard.

Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.

7.Power-Cord Protection—Power- supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Model No Pro809 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationSafety Precautions Iii Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/ChargerRead and Follow Instructions- All the safety InstallationImportant Safeguards Object and Liquid Entry-Never UseVii ServiceTable of Contents To order accessories, contact your local Dealer Optional AccessoriesAH25 Y- Adapter AC088 Tripod Order Form for Camcorder Model Pro809 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also Authorized Signature 800 338 To order accessories, contact your local DealerUnited States and Canada Orders International OrdersFirst-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesCharged Battery Attach a power supplyCAMERA/OFF/VCR switch is in OFF Adapter/ChargerInsert a cassette Adjust handstrapRemove lens cap and attach it to the clip on the handstrap Details are onMake sure Scene Select AE dial is in Auto Start and stop recordingReview camcorder’s operating controls Play back what you have recordedPlace CAMERA/OFF/VCR in VCR Details on viewfinder playback are on pagesDATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE Switch Bright and Focus Controls Remote Sensor Remote ControlInstall Remote Battery Cell 66F.FWD Fast Forward/SCAN Location and Function of Remote ButtonsAs Thumb Trigger on Camcorder 55REW Rewind/SCAN Details on pagesUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder Powering Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter To Attach the Adapter/ChargerCharging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove the Battery Battery Safety PrecautionsTo Attach Battery Display in Viewfinder Checking Battery Power Battery Level IndicatorProper Care and Storage of Your Battery Optional accessories are shown on pages Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter/ChargerUse 1CVA356 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Charge a Battery Place CAMERA/OFF/VCR Use 1CVA356 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 CassettesDisplay On/Off Feature Recording FeaturesQuick Review Edit SearchMicrophone Tape PositioningAutomatic Iris and White Balance Flying Erase HeadDate and Time Display Install the Lithium Cell BatteryTo remove battery Correcting the Date or Time Setting the Time and Date Display in the ViewfinderPlace DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE switch in DATE/TIME Described on pages Place DATE/TIME/ NORMAL/ Title switch in DATE/TIMERecording Date and Time or Date on Your Tape Eyepiece Focus Control Tilt AdjustmentElectronic Viewfinder DEW Indicator Viewfinder Displays Battery Level IndicatorManual Focus Indicator Displays in ViewfinderTime and Date Status IndicatorsTime Counter With Zero Memory TitleScene Select AE Modes Indicator Uses ModeTo Add More Light BacklightZooming Using Power Zoom ButtonsFade Out Fading In and Out of ScenesFade Auto Focus Focusing Your CamcorderConditions that May Require Manual Focus Manual FocusMacro Focus To Use Digital Special Effects Digital Special EffectsTo Use Time Counter Time CounterPlace CAMERA/OFF/VCR in VCR Place DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE 55/EDIT 55 REW/SCAN on remote to rewind the tapeCreating a Title TitlerDelete a Title Place DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE in TitleRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterBlank Space OSD CAMERA/OFF Edit Insert Using the Camcorder55 REW/SCAN 66 F.FWD/SCAN Fade Edit Insert from a Monitor TV or VCREdit Insert InstallationTo Edit Insert From a TV or Another VCR 55/EDIT 55 REW/SCAN on remote , to locate the place onLight Recording from VCR or TV MonitorTo Record from a Monitor TV or VCR To Attach the Shoulder Strap Attaching the Shoulder StrapTraveling Tips Recording and Traveling TipsHolding The Camcorder To Play Back a Tape Through the Viewfinder Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesViewfinder Playback Stop Action Pause Playback FeaturesPlay Stop Playback on TV or VCR Using AUDIO/VIDEO in JacksPlayback on TV or VCR Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Place CAMERA/OFF/VCR in VCR to turn on the camcorderCAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be in Camera Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsTrouble Checks At 00000 MEM . Place DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLECAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be in Camera or VCR Title switch in DATE/TIME and press ON/OFF toCondition. See pages 38-39 for details on manual focus Is playing. See pagesThings to Avoid Care and MaintenanceProper Care and Storage Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens User Information SpecificationsLimited Warranty 12,46-47,48-49,54-55 IndexIndex Part Number 94-Pro809-1