RCA Pro809 specifications Care and Maintenance, Proper Care and Storage, Things to Avoid

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Care and Maintenance

Proper Care and Storage

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

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.

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

Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22°F (-30C) or above 149°F (65C).

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

Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes.

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

Things to Avoid

Do not attempt to disassemble your camcorder. There are no user- serviceable parts inside.

Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette. When the camcorder is moved from cold to warm, condensation may cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

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

Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight for extended periods of time. The resulting heat buildup could permanently damage the camcorder’s internal parts.

Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments.

Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spray may damage the internal parts of the camcorder.

Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40°F (4C) or above 95°F (35C).

Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If either component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter.

Do not use an adapter/charger or batteries other than the ones specified for the camcorder. Use of the wrong accessories may cause damage to the camcorder.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Product Registration Model No Pro809 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromSafety Precautions Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger IiiInstallation Read and Follow Instructions- All the safetyImportant Safeguards Use Object and Liquid Entry-NeverService ViiTable of Contents Optional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local DealerAH25 Y- Adapter AC088 Tripod Accessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Model Pro809 Authorized Signature United States and Canada Orders To order accessories, contact your local Dealer800 338 International OrdersUnpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationCAMERA/OFF/VCR switch is in OFF Attach a power supplyCharged Battery Adapter/ChargerRemove lens cap and attach it to the clip on the handstrap Adjust handstrapInsert a cassette Details are onStart and stop recording Make sure Scene Select AE dial is in AutoPlace CAMERA/OFF/VCR in VCR Play back what you have recordedReview camcorder’s operating controls Details on viewfinder playback are on pagesDATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE Switch Bright and Focus Controls Remote Control Install Remote Battery CellRemote Sensor Location and Function of Remote Buttons As Thumb Trigger on Camcorder66F.FWD Fast Forward/SCAN Details on pages 55REW Rewind/SCANUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Powering Your CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder To Attach the Adapter/ChargerUsing the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the BatteryBattery Safety Precautions To Attach BatteryRemove the Battery Checking Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Proper Care and Storage of Your BatteryDisplay in Viewfinder Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapter/Charger Use 1CVA356 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Charge a BatteryOptional accessories are shown on pages Use 1CVA356 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Power Camcorder Place CAMERA/OFF/VCRCassette Recording Time Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Recording and Playback Speed and TimesInserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageQuick Review Recording FeaturesDisplay On/Off Feature Edit SearchAutomatic Iris and White Balance Tape PositioningMicrophone Flying Erase HeadInstall the Lithium Cell Battery To remove batteryDate and Time Display Setting the Time and Date Display in the Viewfinder Place DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE switch in DATE/TIMECorrecting the Date or Time Place DATE/TIME/ NORMAL/ Title switch in DATE/TIME Recording Date and Time or Date on Your TapeDescribed on pages Tilt Adjustment Electronic ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Manual Focus Indicator Viewfinder Displays Battery Level IndicatorDEW Indicator Displays in ViewfinderTime Counter With Zero Memory Status IndicatorsTime and Date TitleIndicator Uses Mode Scene Select AE ModesBacklight To Add More LightUsing Power Zoom Buttons ZoomingFading In and Out of Scenes FadeFade Out Focusing Your Camcorder Auto FocusManual Focus Macro FocusConditions that May Require Manual Focus Digital Special Effects To Use Digital Special EffectsPlace CAMERA/OFF/VCR in VCR Place DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE Time CounterTo Use Time Counter 55/EDIT 55 REW/SCAN on remote to rewind the tapeDelete a Title TitlerCreating a Title Place DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLE in TitleChart of Characters in Titler’s Register Blank SpaceRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Edit Insert Using the Camcorder OSD CAMERA/OFF55 REW/SCAN 66 F.FWD/SCAN Edit Insert from a Monitor TV or VCR FadeTo Edit Insert From a TV or Another VCR InstallationEdit Insert 55/EDIT 55 REW/SCAN on remote , to locate the place onRecording from VCR or TV Monitor LightTo Record from a Monitor TV or VCR Attaching the Shoulder Strap To Attach the Shoulder StrapRecording and Traveling Tips Holding The CamcorderTraveling Tips Viewfinder Playback and Playback Features Viewfinder PlaybackTo Play Back a Tape Through the Viewfinder Playback Features Stop Action PausePlayback on TV or VCR Using AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks Play StopViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRPlayback on TV or VCR Place CAMERA/OFF/VCR in VCR to turn on the camcorderTrouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsCAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be in Camera At 00000 MEM . Place DATE/TIME/NORMAL/TITLECondition. See pages 38-39 for details on manual focus Title switch in DATE/TIME and press ON/OFF toCAMERA/OFF/VCR switch must be in Camera or VCR Is playing. See pagesCare and Maintenance Proper Care and StorageThings to Avoid Cleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s LensCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Specifications User InformationLimited Warranty Index 12,46-47,48-49,54-55Index Part Number 94-Pro809-1