Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs | RCA Pro848, Pro842

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Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs

To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you will need an optional CRF800 output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90 shown on pages 42-43.If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 36-39.

	Optional	OR
	Optional
	RF Coaxial
	Cable
	(such as VH82	Optional
	or VH90)	Optional
	or VH90)	Transformer
		Transformer
		(Such as VH54)
	CHANNEL
	4CH/3CH
	Switch

VHF Back of TV

IN

FROM

ANT

VHF	Back of TV

VHF Antenna

			OR
	Optional
	CRF800 RF	Optional 300-75 Ohm	VHF Antenna
	Output Adapter	Optional 300-75 Ohm
	Output Adapter	Transformer
		Transformer

	Installation
	1. Disconnect the VHF antenna from	Note: If your TV has 300 ohm screw
	your TV. Connect the antenna to the	terminals, you will need a 75/300 ohm
	connector on the RF output adapter as	transformer, such as VH54, shown on
	shown above if you are going to leave	page 43.
	the adapter connected to the TV.	3. Attach the RF output adapter’s plug
	Note: If your VHF antenna is the flat	to the audio, RF out, and video jacks
	twin-lead type attached by two screws,	(located under the A/V cover) on the
	you will also need an optional 300/75 ohm	side of the camcorder.
	transformer.	4. Model Pro848 Only: Make sure the
	2. Attach one end of the optional coaxial	4. Model Pro848 Only: Make sure the
	2. Attach one end of the optional coaxial	audio/video IN/OUT switch on the
	RF cable to the other connector on the	audio/video IN/OUT switch on the
	RF cable to the other connector on the	side of the camcorder is in the OUT
	adapter, and attach the other end to the	side of the camcorder is in the OUT
	adapter, and attach the other end to the	position.
	VHF input on your TV as shown.	position.
	VHF input on your TV as shown.

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RCA Pro842, Pro847 manual Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video Inputs, Installation, Model Pro848 Only Make sure

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 Start and stop recording Adjust viewfinder focusTurn on the camcorder Insert a cassette Review the camcorder’s controls AUDIO, VIDEO, RF Using Optional AC Plug Adapter Powering Your CamcorderUsing the AC Adapter to Power Your Camcorder Remove the AC Adapter Install the Battery Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your CamcorderBattery Safety Precautions 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 Store the Remote Control Remote ControlStoring the Remote Control Remove the Remote Control Counter Memory and Reset Buttons Zoom T and W Buttons During record or record pauseStop Button Play Button REW Rewind ButtonREC Record Button FWD Fast Forward Button Video Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording Inserting or Removing Cassettes Making a Recording To Make a Recording Attach a power supplyUse the zoom feature Insert a video tape Zoom Indicator Viewfinder DisplaysStatus Displays Elapsed Time-Counter AE Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed IndicatorBattery Level Indicator Auto DATE, Date, Date and Time, or Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient Viewing ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Model Pro848 Only External Microphone Jack Flying Erase HeadMicrophone 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 Tape Positioning Playback FeaturesVisual Searching 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 VH54 Cable Transformer CPS801C AC Adapter/Charger CRF800 RF Output AdapterDCC100 DC Cable 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 Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens Care and MaintenanceCleaning the Camcorder 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 Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty 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 Canadian Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,