Viewfinder Playback and Features | RCA Pro848, Pro842, Pro847

Playback

Viewfinder Playback and Features

Viewfinder playback is the simplest way to watch tapes using the camcorder.

VCR(PLAY)/CAM Button

and Indicators

REW

Button

PLAY

Button

STOP

Button

DISPLAY BLANK	REC
REW PLAY	F FWD
		FFWD
STOP	PAUSE	Button

EJECT

EJECT

Button

Viewfinder Playback

1.Slide the POWER switch upward to turn on the camcorder.

2.Press the VCR(PLAY)/CAM button to put the camcorder in the playback mode. The green VCR(PLAY) indicator will light.

3.Press EJECT and insert the cassette you want to play back. Close the cassette compartment.

4.Press PLAY to begin playback. During playback, use the playback features described on the next page.

5.Press STOP when you are finished.

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RCA Pro848, Pro842, Pro847 manual Viewfinder Playback and Features

Contents

USER‘S Guide Important Safety Information Product Registration Table of Contents Assistance Unpack the camcorder and accessories First-Time Operation Attach lens cap cord and adjust handstrap Attach shoulder strap Supply power to the camcorder Install Six Optional AA Alkaline BatteriesAttach the AC Adapter Adjust viewfinder focus Turn on the camcorderStart and stop recording Insert a cassette Review the camcorder’s controls AUDIO, VIDEO, RF Powering Your Camcorder Using the AC Adapter to Power Your CamcorderUsing Optional AC Plug Adapter Remove the AC Adapter Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your Camcorder Battery Safety PrecautionsInstall the Battery Remove the Battery Charge the Battery Battery Level Indicator Nickel Cadmium Battery Care and Storage Using Optional Alkaline AA Batteries Install the Alkaline BatteriesSafety Precautions When Using Alkaline Batteries Using the Optional AC Adapter/Charger Charging and Refreshing Rechargeable BatteryRefresh the Battery Power the Camcorder Attach Adapter/ChargerRemove the Adapter/Charger Lithium Cell Installation Replace cell holder in remote until it clicks into place Remote Control Storing the Remote ControlStore the Remote Control Remove the Remote Control Counter Memory and Reset Buttons Zoom T and W Buttons During record or record pauseStop Button REW Rewind Button REC Record ButtonPlay Button FWD Fast Forward Button Erase Protection Safety Tab RecordingVideo Cassettes Inserting or Removing Cassettes To Make a Recording Attach a power supply Use the zoom featureMaking a Recording Insert a video tape Zoom Indicator Viewfinder DisplaysStatus Displays AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed Indicator Battery Level IndicatorElapsed Time-Counter Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, or Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Flying Erase Head MicrophoneModel Pro848 Only External Microphone Jack Automatic White Balance and Iris Quick Review Feature Blank Search Camera Edit Feature Using the Zoom Control ZoomingAE Automatic Exposure Shutter Speed Control Focusing Using Focus LockConditions Requiring Focus Lock Install the Clock Lithium Cell Install CellRemove Cell Set the Date and Time Correct the Date or Time Recording Date or Date and Time on Your Tape Select the Display to Record To Use the Memory-Stop Feature Time Counter Recording Tips Traveling Tips IN/OUT Switch Model Pro848 Only Recording from a TV or VCR Connection Operation Viewfinder Playback and Features PlaybackViewfinder Playback Playback Features Visual SearchingTape Positioning Stop-Action Pause Installation Model Pro848 Only Playback on TV or VCR with Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording Models Pro842 and Pro847 Only Playback on TV or VCR with Playback Installation Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video InputsModel Pro848 Only Make sure Playback Operation Normal TV Viewing Optional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local Dealer CPS801C AC Adapter/Charger CRF800 RF Output Adapter DCC100 DC CableVH54 Cable Transformer AH25 Y-Adapter Using the Optional AC088 Tripod Accessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Models Pro842/Pro847/Pro848 Authorized Signature To order accessories, contact your local Dealer 800 338United States and Canada Orders Care and Maintenance Cleaning the CamcorderCleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Cleaning the Camcorder’s Viewfinder Proper Care and Storage Things to Avoid Trouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble Checks See Recording. See Customer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Limited Warranty What your warranty does not cover How State Law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States Specifications CamcorderAC Adapter Information to User Index CAM/VCRPLAY Button On next Play VCRPLAY/CAM Button Customer Service Accessories ConsumersCanadian Consumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,