RCA PRO807 owner manual Important Safeguards

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instru- ment. 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 video products.

Installation

1.Read and Follow Instructions—All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video 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 video product and in the operating instructions.

4.Polarization—This video 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 video 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 video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

6.Overloading—Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords 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 video product.

8.Ventilation—Slots and openings in the video products are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect them from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.

9.Attachments—Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.

10.Water and Moisture—Do not use this video product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

11.Accessories—Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the video product. Use this video product only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

11A A video product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the video product and cart combination to overturn.

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Contents Powering Your Camcorder Special FeaturesRecording Features Playback FeaturesProduct Registration Mail Your Registration Card TodayAttach Sales Receipt Here and File For Future Reference Record Vital Information HereSafety Precautions Important Safeguards Service Conditions Requiring Service-Unplug thisReplacement Parts-When replacement parts UseOptional Accessories Optional Accessories Accessory Order Form Order Form for Pro807Please complete other side also VCC1000 Video Color Control CenterAccessory Order Form United States OrdersCanadian Orders International OrdersUsing an Optional Tripod AC035 Super Lightweight TripodOptional Tripod First-Time Operation Unpack the camcorder and accessoriesThank you for choosing an RCA camcorder Attach a power supply to the camcorder Charged BatteryAttach the shoulder strap Adapter/ChargerAdjust the hand strap Place the ON/POWER Save lever in the on positionTurn on the camcorder Insert a cassette in the camcorderStart and stop recording Play back what you have recordedReview all of the camcorder’s operating controls ON/POWER Save Lever pages REC START/STOP Button Open ButtonRemote Control Battery InstallationLocation and Function of the Remote Control Record START/STOP Button Same as Thumb Trigger on CamcorderREW Rewind Button Stop ButtonPowering Your Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your CamcorderUsing an optional plug adapter To Attach the Adapter/ChargerCharging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRefresh Button Low Level Battery Warning Proper Care and Storage of Your BatteryBattery Safety Precautions Attaching the Charged Battery to the CamcorderUsing the Optional RCA DCC05 Car Cord Adapter/Charger Erase Protection-Record-Protect Safety Tab RCA Video CassettesCassette Recording Time Inserting and Removing CassettesSpecial Features Setting the Time and Date Display in the Viewfinder Installing the Battery for Time and Date DisplayDate and Time Display Tilt Adjustment Cleaning the ViewfinderElectronic Viewfinder Recording Date and TIme or Date on Your TapeDisplays in Viewfinder Power Zooming Cassette IndicatorDisplays Time Counter with Memory StopFocusing Your Camcorder SwitchAuto Focus Manual FocusPreset Program Modes SportsMemory Stop Feature Time Counter with Memory StopTime Counter MEMORYButtonCamcorder Recording Tips Recording TipsHolding Your Camcorder Traveling TipsCare and Maintenance Camcorder Care and StorageCassette Care and Storage Things to AvoidViewfinder Playback Power CAM/ OFF/PLAY SwitchFWD Button Installation Channel 4CH/3CH SwitchPlayback on a TV Using the Antenna Connection ScreenPlayback on TV or VCR Using AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Playback on TV or VCRSeeing the Camcorder’s displays on the TV Screen Trouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksFor details on manual focus Design Specifications GeneralVideo Recorder Section Camera SectionCompact Camcorder Limited Warranty Index Eject Button 10-11,13,20Index Record START/STOP ButtonPart Number 92-Pro807-1