Recording

1.Attach a power supply.

Attach the adapter/charger, charged battery, or optional DC car cord.

2.Insert a tape.

Press PUSH/OPEN to open the LCD monitor. Open the monitor at least 60º before opening the cassette compartment.

Press EJECT to open the cassette compartment.

Turn the tape wheel on the cassette to remove any slack from the tape.

Insert the cassette with the tape wheel facing up and the tape window facing out.

Press the PUSH button on the side of the cassette compartment to lock the cassette holder into place.

3.Slide the LENS COVER control to open the lens cover.

4.Place the POWER switch in

CAMERA.

The power indicator will light and the camcorder will enter record pause.

PAUSE appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor.

5.Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to view what you are recording.

Use the LCD Monitor

Make sure the monitor is open at least 60º. The viewfinder will be automatically turned off.

Tilt the LCD monitor (up to 45º up or down).

Adjust the brightness of the image by turning the BRIGHT dial.

Use the Viewfinder

Make sure the monitor is closed and locked. The viewfinder will be automatically turned on.

Adjust the viewfinder for a comfortable viewing position.

Turn the eyepiece focus control to adjust the focus of the viewfinder for your vision.

6.Select a recording speed and tape length.

A. Place the SP•EP switch in SP or EP to select a recording speed.

B. Make sure the FULL AUTO/ PRESET switch is in PRESET.

C. Press the MENU button and use the 4 or 3 button to highlight TAPE LENGTH. Use 5 and 6 to select the length of the tape you are using (T20, T30, or T40) so the camcorder can correctly calculate the time remaining. Press the MENU button again to remove the menu.

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RCA ProV800C manual Attach a power supply, Insert a tape, Use the Viewfinder, Select a recording speed and tape length

ProV800C specifications

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