RCA manual Product Registration, Model No. Pro845 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From

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Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed.

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the bottom of your camcorder.

Model No. Pro845

Serial No.

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

AC Adapter/Charger

Before using the AC adapter/charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings on

(1)AC adapter/charger, (2) battery, and

(3)product using battery.

Caution: To reduce risk of injury, charge only rechargeable batteries type AV608 or AV8MM. Other types of batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.

Do not expose the adapter/charger to moisture of any kind.

Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger manufacturer may result in a risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.

To reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord, pull out the cord with the plug rather than the cord when disconnecting the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.

Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, make sure that:

1.Pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number, size, and shape as those of the plug on the adapter/charger.

2.Extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition, and

3.Wire size below is met:

Minimum

Length of Extension

AWG Size

Cord (Feet)

18

Equal to or less

 

than 100

16

Equal to or less

 

than 150

Do not operate adapter/charger with a damaged cord or plug. Replace it immediately.

Do not operate adapter/charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter.

Do not disassemble the adapter/charger. Take it to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly may result in a risk of electric shock.

To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug adapter/charger from outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.

Be sure to save these operating instructions for future reference.

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Contents USER‘S Guide Product Registration Model No. Pro845 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromSafety Precautions Important Safeguards Important Safeguards Traveling Tips Recording TipsHolding The Camcorder Table of Contents Optional Accessories Please complete other side also Accessory Order FormOrder Form for Pro845 To the following address To order accessories, contact your local DealerUnited States and Canada Orders International OrdersOptional Tripod or Monopod AC088 TripodUnpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationAttach the shoulder strap Attach adapter/charger or charged batteryCharged Battery Adapter/ChargerEject Button Start and stop recording Turn on camcorder and place ON/POWER Save lever onAdjust viewfinder and eyepiece focus control Bottom of Camcorder Play back what you have recordedReview the camcorder controls Scene Select ControlDC power cord here for Power CAM camera OFF/VCR SwitchFocus ON/OFF Button Counter Reset Display ButtonRemote Control Functions of Remote ButtonsRemote Control Sensor Replace Remote Battery Cell Adapter/Charger Powering Your CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Use the Adapter/ChargerBattery Safety Precautions Rechargeable BatteryRefresh and Charge the Battery Check Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Attach the Charged BatteryRemove the Battery Optional Thomson DCC05 Car Cord Adapter/Charger Using DCC05 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Power the CamcorderUsing DCC05 Car Cord Adapter/Charger to Charge the Battery DC in 6.5V JackCassette Recording Time Erase Protection Safety TabRCA Video Cassettes Insert and Remove CassettesSet or Correct the Time and Date Install the Lithium Cell for Time and Date DisplayDate and Time Display Record the Time and DateEyepiece Focus Control Tilt AdjustmentViewfinder Displays in Viewfinder Tape END IndicatorsBattery Level Indicator Displays in ViewfinderDew and Cassette Indicators LP IndicatorManual Focus Indicators Special Features MIC Microphone Jack Auto ModePower Switch Tape PositioningManual Focus Focusing Your CamcorderAuto Focus To focus manuallyTo select a Scene Select mode Auto modeFading in and Out Power ZoomingZooming and Fading Time Counter Memory-Stop FeatureTime Counter with Memory Stop Tape Remaining DisplayOperation InstallationRecording from a TV or VCR Viewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesPlayback Features Playback on TV or VCR Using AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks Micav TerminalViewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCRPlayback on TV or VCR Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs Switch Coaxial Cable Such as AH065G or AH066GChannel 4CH/3CH Switch Optional RFNormal TV Viewing Playback OperationViewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Camcorder Care and Storage Care and MaintenanceRechargeable Battery Care and Storage Cassette Care and StorageCleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Trouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksMake sure Scene Select control is in AUTO. See General Camera Section Design SpecificationsInformation to User Video Recorder SectionConsumer Assistance and Service Pro845 Camcorder Returning Equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeFor how long after your purchase Limited Warranty Pro845 CamcorderHow you get service What we will doIf you purchased your camcorder outside the United States How state law relates to warrantyWhat your warranty does not cover Index AV Terminal CoverPower CAM/OFF/VCR IndexPart Number 94-Pro845-1