RCA Pro884HB, User Manual

Page 1: ...USER S GUIDE Pro884HB C A M C O R D E R 8 ...

Page 2: ...product registration card and return it immediately Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed Keep your sales receipt for proof of purchase to obtain warranty parts and service and attach it here Record the serial and model numbers located on the bottom of the camcorder Model _______________________________________________________ Serial No ____________________________________________...

Page 3: ...Level Indicator 19 Using the Optional Car Cord Adapter 20 Using the Optional Car Cord Adapter Charger 21 Video Cassettes Erase Protection 22 Recording and Playback Speed and Times 22 Inserting and Removing Cassettes 23 Cassette Care and Storage 23 Safety Information i Product Registration i Contents 1 2 First Time Operation Assistance 3 Unpack Camcorder and Accessories 3 Attach the Adapter Charger...

Page 4: ...g In and Out of Scenes 38 Electronic Image Stabilizer EIS 39 Time Counter with Memory Stop 40 41 Titler Creating a Title 42 Recording Titles 43 Audio Video Dubbing 44 45 Synchro Edit 46 47 Recording from VCR or TV Monitor 48 49 Optional Color Enhancement Light 50 51 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 52 Removing the Lens Hood 52 Recording and Traveling Tips 53 Playback Viewfinder Playback 54 Playback Fe...

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Page 6: ...e of Camcorder First Time Operation FO CU S EJEC T N F DATE TIT LE DIS PLA Y PLAY F F REW EDI T SEA RCH PUSH 16X9 FADE EIS 3 Insert a cassette A Slide EJECT to open the cassette compartment B Fully insert cassette with tape window and safety tab facing out C Gently close compartment door by pressing on the area labeled PUSH until the door clicks into place Details are on page 23 Since the battery ...

Page 7: ...p Lens Cap Cord B Attach the lens cap cord to the lens cap Lens Cap Lens Cap Cord Adjustment Strap Handstrap Cover C Unsnap the handstrap cover and open the adjustment strap D Put the lens cap cord over the adjustment strap E Put your hand in the handstrap F Pull the adjustment strap to tighten and close the strap G Snap the cover shut H Attach the lens cap to the handstrap A Remove the lens cap f...

Page 8: ...pes VCR or turn off the camcorder s power OFF Some of the controls operate differently depending on the position of the CAM OFF VCR switch Thumb Trigger Press and hold the small button on CAM OFF VCR while sliding it to CAM or VCR Important Note The TAPE indicator will flash in the viewfinder when there is moisture in the camcorder Remove the tape and wait an hour before inserting the tape in the ...

Page 9: ...trigger to record The tally light will light and REC will appear in the viewfinder when the camcorder is recording Notes If you do not record within five minutes the camcorder will automatically shut off to prevent excessive tape wear If this happens press the thumb trigger Any material recorded on the tape will automatically be erased if you record over it Eyepiece Focus Control DCIN 6V OPEN T W ...

Page 10: ...N F DATE TITLE DISPLAY PLAY F F STOP REW EDIT SEARCH PUSH 16X9 FADE EIS EJECT Switch Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control STOP Button Also Titler Button REW Rewind and EDIT SEARCH 5 55 5 Button Also Titler Button DATE TITLE Button Also DISPLAY Button EIS Electronic Image Stabilizer Button 16X9 Button FADE Button F F Fast Forward and EDIT S...

Page 11: ...ap Accessory Shoe Tally Light On Front Remote Control Sensor On Front Lens Thumb Trigger DC IN 6V Jack Located Behind Small Cover Connect Adapter Charger Here Audio Video In Out Connector Located Behind Small Cover Audio Video Out Jacks Located Behind Small Cover Install Charged Battery or Six Alkaline AA Batteries Clock Cell Holder CAM OFF VCR Switch 9 Review camcorder s operating controls ...

Page 12: ...igh band 8mm format use cassettes labeled with the symbol The indicator will appear in the viewfinder and the camcorder will record in high band 8mm Notes If you use a standard 8mm cassette you will record in standard 8mm A cassette recorded using the high band 8mm format cannot be played back on a standard 8mm camcorder or VCR 8 8 8 Display in Viewfinder To Play Back High Band 8mm To play back hi...

Page 13: ...op of the remote control or lay it upside down Replace battery when camcorder fails to respond to remote Remove the battery from the remote if it will not be used for a month or more This will prevent possible damage from battery leakage If leakage occurs wipe up the liquid inside the compartment and replace the battery Install Remote Battery Back of Remote Battery Holder Pin Hole Cautions Lithium...

Page 14: ...se REW the camcorder will stop searching and prepare to record at that point on the tape REW F FWD STOP PLAY A V DUB PAUSE DISPLAY RESET TITLE RECORD T W ZOOM ON OFF S EDIT Location and Function of Remote Buttons 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 F FWD Fast Forward Button PLAY Button PAUSE RECORD Button ZOOM Buttons S Synchro EDIT Button TITLE ON OFF Button RESET Button DISPLAY Button A V Audio Video DUB Bu...

Page 15: ...e F FWD to return to normal playback Press and hold F FWD when the camcorder s CAM OFF VCR switch is in CAM to visually search the recorded material forward When you release the F FWD button the camcorder will stop searching and prepare to record at that point on the tape 8 PLAY Button Press PLAY when the camcorder s CAM OFF VCR switch is in VCR to begin playback Press and hold PLAY when the camco...

Page 16: ...witch is in OFF 2 Connect the DC cable s small plug into the DC OUTPUT jack on the adapter charger 3 Attach the other end of the cable to the DC IN 6V jack on the camcorder 4 Plug the adapter charger s plug into the nearest AC outlet 100 240V 50 60Hz 5 If the adapter charger is properly connected its POWER indicator will light Note The battery level indicator has no meaning when using the adapter ...

Page 17: ... charge and must be replaced POWER will also flash if a hot battery is attached to the adapter charger Attaching an extremely hot battery is not recom mended Allow it to cool down before attaching it 5 Slide the charged battery off the adapter charger and insert it in the camcorder as shown on the next page POWER CHARGE REFRESH Caution When a battery is attached to the adapter charger do not turn ...

Page 18: ...5 Close the battery compartment cover Hold the OPEN lever and align the tabs on the cover with the tabs on the compartment Remove the Battery 1 Make sure the CAM OFF VCR switch is in OFF 2 Lift the OPEN lever and pull up the battery compartment cover 3 Slide the battery in the direction of the arrow until you hear a click 4 Remove the battery from the compartment 5 Close the battery compartment co...

Page 19: ...There are no user serviceable parts inside Use the battery only with specified adapter chargers and camcorders Proper Care and Storage of Your Battery The battery will provide better service and longer performance if you refresh it before charging and store it at normal room temperature Do not operate the battery at temperatures below 14 F 10 C or above 95 F 35 C The battery may be damaged if oper...

Page 20: ...rtment matching the polarities and on the batteries to the battery compartment as shown below 5 Close the battery compartment cover Hold the OPEN lever and align the tabs on the cover with the tabs on the compartment Partitions Tabs Notes The OPEN lever must be open for the cover to close The camcorder may not operate properly in cold temperatures The camcorder and battery level indicator may not ...

Page 21: ...e The battery level indicator may not operate properly when using AA batteries that need to be replaced Safety Precautions When Using Alkaline Batteries Do not short disassemble heat or throw the batteries into the fire Batteries become warm during and after use Use caution when removing them Use AA alkaline batteries only during their recommended lifetime Remove at least one battery if you will n...

Page 22: ... DC IN 6V Jack Adapter Charger s DC Cable Car Cord Adapter DCIN 6V OPEN T W INS T ZOO M FOCUS DATE TITLE DISPLAY PLAY F F EDIT SEARCH STOP REW F N 16X9 FADE EIS Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapters The optional DCC06 car cord adapter and DCC80 car cord adapter charger allow you to power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car truck or RV They convert 24 and 12 volts to a ...

Page 23: ... IN 6V jack on the camcorder 4 Insert plug of car cord adapter charger into vehicle cigarette lighter s socket 5 Press and hold the small button on the CAM OFF VCR switch while sliding it in CAM Use DCC80 Car Cord Adapter Charger to Power Camcorder Using DCC80 Car Cord Adapter Charger to Charge a Battery 1 If the DC cable s plug is attached to the adapter charger remove it 2 Attach the battery as ...

Page 24: ...Playing a new tape for approximately 30 minutes will often satisfactorily clean the heads and improve your picture Erase Protection Safety Tab Recording and Playback Speed and Times The camcorder records and plays back in standard speed SP Listed below are the maximum SP recording times for some popular 8mm cassettes Safety Tab To Prevent Erasure Close Safety Tab Expose Red To Record Again Open Sa...

Page 25: ... tape Inserting and Removing Cassettes Safety Tab Tape Window Cassette Door EJECT Switch PUSH Caution Insert the cassette with the safety tab and tape window facing out The cassette should slide easily in the compartment Do not force it 3 Gently close compartment door by pressing on the area labeled PUSH until the door clicks into place 4 When you are finished with a cassette rewind it remove it f...

Page 26: ...glitches or rainbow noise that may occur Tally Light The tally light on the front of the camcorder lights when the camcorder is recording Quick Review Press and release EDIT SEARCH 55 REW on remote when the camcorder is in record pause to review the last few seconds of a recording The camcorder will play back the last few seconds of the recording return the tape to its previous position and return...

Page 27: ...DIT SEARCH 66 to visually search forward on the recorded tape Press and hold PLAY to view the recorded tape at normal speed Release the button for the camcorder to return to record pause at that point on the tape Tape Positioning When the CAM OFF VCR switch is in VCR and the camcorder is stopped you can quickly fast forward or rewind the tape Press F F F FWD on remote to fast forward the tape Pres...

Page 28: ... The display will display for approximately ten seconds when you first start playing or recording a tape while the camcorder calculates the time remaining After the time is calculated the time remaining indicator appears in the viewfinder When the cassette is full appears The changes in size to indicate how much recording or playback time is left on the cassette TAPE END flashes when there is appr...

Page 29: ... STOP to stop a search in progress To Date Search The clock cell battery must be installed and the date and time set The cassette must remain in the camcorder for this feature to operate 1 Attach a power supply and place the CAM OFF VCR switch in VCR 2 Repeatedly press DISPLAY to display SEARCH in the viewfinder SEARCH 3 If you are in the middle of your recording for that day press REW to search f...

Page 30: ...utes AM or PM Month Day Year 4 Then press STOP The flashing cursor will move to the next part of the display 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have entered the correct month day year hour minute and AM or PM 6 After you select AM or PM press DATE TITLE to remove the flashing cursor from the viewfinder and start the camcorder s internal clock Correct the Date or Time To correct the date or time afte...

Page 31: ...8 1995 Date and Time Date Only No Display Auto Date Repeatedly Press DATE TITLE TITLE 11 18 1995 Auto Title To Select Display to Record 1 Repeatedly press DATE TITLE to select the display you want to record Select date and time to continuously record the date and time Select AUTO to automatically record the date for ten seconds at the beginning of the recording Select TITLE to automatically record...

Page 32: ...e from battery leakage If leakage occurs wipe up the liquid inside the compartment and replace the battery Cautions Lithium cell battery Must be disposed of properly Never handle a punctured or leaking cell May cause burns or personal injury Keep out of the hands of children Can cause death or injury if swallowed If swallowed consult a physician immediately for emergency treatment The lithium cell...

Page 33: ...ece Focus Control The eyepiece focus control lets you set the focus of the viewfinder for your personal vision If you wear eyeglasses you can probably operate the camcorder without them COLOR TINT and BRIGHT Controls These small controls are set at the factory and should require no adjustment If adjustment is needed use a small plastic screw driver to prevent damaging the miniature controls 1 Atta...

Page 34: ...C 11 18 1995 Displays in Viewfinder Manual Focus TAPE NO TAPE or TAPE END Hi Band 8mm ZOOM I ZOOM and Zoom Level Battery Level Indicator AE Shutter Speed 2 Electronic Image Stabilizer 3 4 1 16X9 5 6 appears for zoom fade Details are on page 38 4 Electronic Image Stabilizer appears when the electronic image stabilizer is turned on Press EIS to turn the electronic image stabilizer on and off Details...

Page 35: ...able battery or alkaline AA batteries Details are on page 19 11 High Band 8mm This indicator appears when the camcorder is recording or playing back in high band 8mm This display is not recorded on the tape 12 TAPE NO TAPE and TAPE END TAPE flashes when you try to record and the safety tab has been closed TAPE flashes when a tape is inserted in the camcorder and moisture is present or the tape is ...

Page 36: ...e viewfinder If FOCUS appears press FOCUS F and N at the same time to turn on auto focus The camcorder will automatically focus on the subject in the center of the viewfinder FOCUS F Far and N Near Buttons Power Zoom Buttons T and W Auto focus will operate on the telephoto T side from approximately 3 3 feet to infinity Auto focus will operate on the wide angle W side 3 8 inches from the lens surfa...

Page 37: ...inished Press FOCUS F and N at the same time to turn on auto focus FOCUS disappears from the viewfinder When a subject has a close foreground and a background far away When two subjects at different distances overlap A subject with distinct horizontal stripes or small pattern A subject not in the center of the viewfinder Subjects with shiny surfaces or sharp angles Recording in low light situation...

Page 38: ...times Instant zoom lets you magnify the picture 1 5 times regardless of the position of the zoom buttons Using INST Instant ZOOM Button Press INST ZOOM to magnify the subject 1 5 times regardless of the position of the power zoom buttons Press INST ZOOM again to turn off instant zoom I ZOOM appears in the viewfinder during instant zoom Power Zoom Buttons W Wide Angle T Telephoto ZOOM Buttons REW F...

Page 39: ...o produce the wide screen effect This is known as letter box recording When played back on a standard size TV black bars appear in the picture Do not use this recording mode unless you have a 16 x 9 TV To Record in 16 x 9 Format 1 Press 16X9 to select 16X9 The following display will appear in the viewfinder 16X9 Indicator Normal Recording Recording Using 16X9 New 16 x 9 TV Screen Standard Shape TV...

Page 40: ...ress FADE Select the Type of Fade You can select white wipe or zoom fade Select white fade to fade in and out from a white screen appears in the viewfinder Select wipe fade to fade in and out from a black screen appears in the viewfinder Select zoom fade to fade in and out while zooming appears in the viewfinder DCIN 6V OPEN T W INS T ZOO M FOCUS DATE TITLE DISPLAY PLAY F F EDIT SEARCH STOP REW F ...

Page 41: ...le s window FO CUS EJECT N F DATE TITLE DISPLAY PLAY F F STOP REW EDIT SEARCH PUSH 16X9 FADE EIS EIS Button To Use EIS Button 1 Press EIS to display in the viewfinder 2 Press thumb trigger PAUSE RECORD on remote to start and stop recording 3 When you are finished press EIS to turn off EIS and remove from the viewfinder Notes If you use a telephoto accessory lens EIS may not operate correctly It is...

Page 42: ...nter reads 0 10 00 Memory Stop Feature The memory stop feature helps you locate a certain point on the tape When memory stop is turned on the tape will stop automatically during rewind or fast forward when the time counter reaches 0 00 00M DCIN 6V OPEN T W INST ZOOM FOCUS DATE TITLE DISPLAY PLAY F F EDIT SEARCH STOP REW F N 16X9 FADE EIS DISPLAY Button REW Button CAM OFF VCR Switch F F Button STOP...

Page 43: ...or play the tape When you want to return to the place you marked press the thumb trigger on the camcorder or PAUSE RECORD on the remote to stop recording or the STOP button to stop playing back the tape 4 Make sure the CAM OFF VCR switch is in VCR and then press REW The tape will rewind to the time counter reading of 0 00 00M Notes If you rewind the tape farther back than a counter reading of 0 00...

Page 44: ...e Chart of Characters on the next page for the characters available in the titler s register 5 After you have selected the first character press STOP to move the flashing cursor to next position REW Button REW Button CAM OFF VCR Switch PLAY Button F F Button DATE TITLE Button Thumb Trigger STOP Button PLAY Button PAUSE RECORD Button F FWD Button STOP Button TITLE ON OFF Button REW F FWD STOP PLAY ...

Page 45: ...ON OFF on remote to display the title in viewfinder 5 Press the thumb trigger PAUSE RECORD on remote to start recording the title Titler Recording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Recording Titles While Copying a Tape on Another VCR Chart of Characters in Titler s Register A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Blank Space 1 Connect the camcorder to a VCR as shown...

Page 46: ...e audio video input cable to the VCR you will have no sound on the dubbed portion If you connect only the audio plugs of the audio video input cable to the VCR the camcorder will not dub Installation 1 Attach the input cable s white plug to the L AUDIO OUT jack and the red plug to the R AUDIO OUT jack of the VCR Note If your VCR only has one AUDIO OUT jack you may need a Y adapter 2 Attach the inp...

Page 47: ...rs and A V DUB remains in viewfinder 7 Press STOP when you want the dubbing to stop Notes If you want to stop dubbing at a certain point on the tape turn on the camcorder s memory stop feature Set the time counter to 0 00 00M at the point where you want the dubbing to stop The camcorder will automatically stop dubbing when it reaches 0 00 00M You can record new audio and video from the camcorder s...

Page 48: ...atible synchro edit jacks DCIN 6V OPEN T W INS T ZOOM FOCUS DATE TITLE DISPLAY PLAY F F EDIT SEARCH STOP REW F N AUDIO IN R L VIDEO IN EDIT Back of VCR Optional AVS80 Synchro Edit Output Cable Audio Video In Out Connector Located behind small cover Compatibility Switch 16X9 FADE EIS Note If your VCR has a single mono AUDIO IN jack connect either the left or right audio plug Caution The unauthorize...

Page 49: ...copying 6 If you want to stop copying the tape at a certain point turn on the camcorder s memory stop feature and set the camcorder s time counter to 0 00 00M at the point on the tape where you want to stop copying When the camcorder reaches 0 00 00M on the tape it will automatically place the VCR in record pause To Synchro Edit 1 Connect your camcorder to a compatible VCR as shown 2 Prepare the c...

Page 50: ... Audio Video Connector Behind Small Cover To connect your camcorder to a TV or VCR with AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks you will need an optional VAA008 audio video input cable shown on page 63 If your TV is already connected to a VCR you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording on the TV Note To monitor what the camcorder is recording when using the input cable plug...

Page 51: ...e to start recording 3 Press the thumb trigger PAUSE RECORD on remote when you are finished Recording from VCR or TV Monitor How to Record from a Monitor TV or VCR Installation 1 Attach the input cable s white plug to the L AUDIO OUT jack and the red plug to the R AUDIO OUT jack of the VCR Note If your VCR only has one AUDIO OUT jack you may need a Y adapter 2 Attach the audio video input cable s ...

Page 52: ...light 5 To remove the light from the camcorder depress the light and release the tab from the accessory shoe Then slide the light off the camcorder Caution Do not touch the light power connector when the camcorder is on Light Power Button Light Power Connector Notes Turn on the light only when needed The power consumption of the light is much more than that of the camcorder When the light is turne...

Page 53: ...he light s case Then turn the front clockwise until the larger raised mark on the front cover aligns with the mark on the case Cautions After using the light be sure to allow it sufficient time to cool down completely Use only bulb VLB04 when replacing the bulb to reduce the risk of fire or other hazards Do not use the light when powering your camcorder with the optional car cord adapter because t...

Page 54: ...y to shoot bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement To Attach the Shoulder Strap 1 Thread each end of the strap through one of the attachment rings as shown below 2 Thread each end of the strap back into its buckle Pull on the strap and make sure it is securely fastened before using the shoulder strap to support the camcorder Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Attachment Ring The...

Page 55: ...ll lit This improves picture quality and color reproduction Holding The Camcorder To film at different angles raise the viewfinder Standing against a wall may give your recordings more stability Use an optional tripod for stable images Hold the camcorder horizontally Keep your feet slightly apart and upper arms close to your body When possible rest your elbows on a table or other stable surface to...

Page 56: ...d only to review scenes immediately after recording To Play Back a Tape Through the Viewfinder 1 Press and hold the small button on the CAM OFF VCR switch while sliding it in VCR 2 Insert the cassette you want to play 3 Press the PLAY button 4 Press the STOP button when you are finished CAM OFF VCR Switch in VCR PLAY Button Thumb Trigger F F Button REW Button STOP Button EJECT Switch Viewfinder Pl...

Page 57: ... During pause and search operations it is normal for streaks to appear in the picture The sound is muted during special playback operations 55 Playback Features Caution Pause is designed for momentary interruptions and should not be used for an extended period of time If the camcorder remains in pause for more than five minutes it will move the tape away from the spinning heads to prevent excessiv...

Page 58: ...the audio video cable that was packed with the camcorder If your TV is already connected to a VCR you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch what the camcorder is recording or playing on the TV 1 Attach the output cable s white plug to the L AUDIO IN jack and the red plug to the R AUDIO IN jack of the TV or VCR Note If your VCR only has one AUDIO IN jack you may need a Y adapter 2 Attach th...

Page 59: ...r s manual Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording 3 Press PLAY to begin playback During playback use the features on page 55 4 To copy what the camcorder is playing place a blank cassette in the VCR and start it recording 5 Press STOP when you are finished Notes Th...

Page 60: ... 300 75 ohm transformer such as 193983 2 Attach the RF output adapter s cable to the VHF input on your TV Note If your TV has 300 ohm VHF screw terminals you will need an optional 75 300 ohm transformer such as AH011 3 Attach the RF output adapter s plug to the audio video in out connector under the small cover on the side of the camcorder FOCUS DATE TITLE DISPLAY PLAY F F EDIT SEARCH STOP REW F N...

Page 61: ...elected with the CH3 CH4 switch 3 Attach a power supply and place the camcorder s CAM OFF VCR switch in VCR Insert the cassette you want to play back 4 Press PLAY to begin playback During playback use the features on page 55 5 Press STOP when you are finished Note The corresponding buttons on the remote control will operate the camcorder Playback on TV without Audio Video Inputs Normal TV Viewing ...

Page 62: ...the lens Before handling your camcorder make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion as it may damage the finish Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40 F 4 C or above 95 F 35 C Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below 22 F 30 C or above 149 F 65 C Do not operate the camcorder in extremely humid environments Do n...

Page 63: ...oments look and sound even better These accessories are designed to make the process of recording and watching your videos more enjoyable To order accessories contact your local Dealer If a dealer is not nearby all accessories are available through toll free ordering or by using the order form on page 65 All specifications and descriptions of accessories are subject to change without notice AC025A...

Page 64: ...he DCC06 to operate the camcorder CPS85 AC Battery Charger The CPS85 battery charger plugs directly into an AC outlet and charges the BV060 and BB150 camcorder batteries Because the CPS85 operates on 100 240 volts 50 60 Hz it can be used virtually anywhere in the world A plug adapter may be required in some countries Charging takes approximately 5 hours for the BV060 1 hour battery or 7 hours for ...

Page 65: ...lug is specially designed so other cables and accessories can be plugged into the camcorder at the same time AVS80 Synchro Edit Cable This cable attaches to the camcorder to provide video and audio outputs for dubbing or for direct input to a monitor receiver It can also control the start stop functions of a VCR with a compatible 2 5mm PAUSE EDIT EDIT IN EDIT IN OUT or SYNC jack when copying a tap...

Page 66: ... leg design folds down to 26 when not in use Rubber feet allow for sure footing Cautions Before using a tripod make sure it is stable enough to hold the camcorder without falling over Do not transport camcorder attached to tripod When attaching your camcorder to a tripod be careful not to force the tripod screw into the camcorder s tripod mounting hole The tripod screw should not protrude into the...

Page 67: ... Center VCC1000 349 00 Color Enhancement Light VLP04 49 95 Replacement Bulb for Light VLB04 14 95 300 75 Cable Transformer 193983 6 95 Shoulder Strap 215770 13 95 AC Adapter Charger 221361 189 95 ReplacementRemote 221363 49 95 DC Cable 221364 12 95 Audio Video Output Cable 221395 39 95 Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise 10 Minimum Order __________ Sales Tax __________ We...

Page 68: ...pires Copy Number above your name on MasterCard AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Prices are subject to change without notice Name Street Apt City State Zip Print or type your name and address clearly This will be your mailing label Please make sure that both sides of this form have been filled out completely A complete and correct order will save you days of waiting Allow 8 weeks for delivery All accessories ...

Page 69: ...er and an option to cancel To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in U S currency made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc to the following address Video Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks PA 17573 For more information on these accessories or current prices write to the following address Video Accessories Customer S...

Page 70: ...king outlet There may be no cassette in the camcorder Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette The cassette tape may be broken try another cassette You may have reached the end of the cassette try rewinding it CAM OFF VCR switch must be in VCR Safety tab has been closed See page 22 CAM OFF VCR switch must be in CAM Remove lens cap CAM OFF VCR switch must be in CAM Time counter memory may be on Wh...

Page 71: ...mcorder s remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light This may interfere with operation of camcorder by remote CAM OFF VCR switch must be in CAM Check cable connections and make sure other component is playing See pages 48 49 Camcorder remained in pause for five minutes Turn camcorder back on Rechargeable battery needs recharging or alkaline batteries need replac...

Page 72: ...tween the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interfere...

Page 73: ...errors or even loss of your unit Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Important information to customers who ship defective equipment to Thomson Consumer Electronics The Thomson representative who authorized the return of your equipment will give you an RA number over the phone They will also provide you with instructions on where and how to return your camcorder Write the number ...

Page 74: ...r bill of sale which validates date of purchase to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit 4 If the repairs were covered by your warranty you will not be billed If you are not located near an exchange point 1 Provide your Discover MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to our phone representative This is for security purposes If we receive your uni...

Page 75: ...d unit will be shipped to you next day delivery To have your Camcorder repaired by an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter Check with your dealer or call 1 800 336 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter nearest you Take your unit to the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter of your choice Show the Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter representative your sales receipt or other evidence of...

Page 76: ...46 mm Video Recorder Section Format Hi Band 8mm Record Playback System Two video record playback heads One flying erase head Video Signal EIA Standard NTSC Color Tape Speed 14 3 mm sec Video Input 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm Video Output 1 0 Vp p 75 ohm Audio Input 7 8 dBs 316 m Vms Audio Output 7 8 dBs 316 m Vms Fast Forward Rewind Time Less than eight minutes with P6 120 cassette AC Adapter Charger Power re...

Page 77: ...rder Operating Controls 8 9 Camcorder Powering 14 20 Camcorder Turning On 6 Camcorder Unpacking 3 Car Cord Adapter Optional 20 62 Car Cord Adapter Charger Optional 21 62 Care and Maintenance 60 Care and Storage Battery 17 Care and Storage Cassettes 23 Cassette Compartment 8 23 Cassette Door 4 23 Cassettes Care and Storage 23 Cassettes Inserting and Removing 23 Cassettes Sharing 10 Charging the Rec...

Page 78: ... Memory Stop Feature 40 41 Microphone Stereo 8 24 NO TAPE Display 32 33 8 OFF CAM VCR Switch 6 8 9 12 13 14 16 18 20 21 25 27 40 41 42 43 45 46 47 49 50 54 55 57 59 OPEN Lever 16 18 Operating Controls Camcorder 8 9 Operation First Time 3 9 Optional Accessories 61 67 Order Form Accessory 65 67 Pause Indicator 33 Pause Stop Action 55 PAUSE RECORD Button 12 13 38 40 41 42 43 45 46 47 49 55 57 59 PLAY...

Page 79: ...33 Tape Positioning 25 Thumb Trigger 7 38 42 43 54 55 Tilt Adjustment 31 Time and Date Display 28 29 Time and Date Recording 29 Time and Date Setting 28 Time Counter with Memory Stop Feature 32 33 40 41 Time Display 28 29 32 33 Time Remaining Display 26 32 33 TINT Control 8 31 Tips Recording 53 Tips Traveling 53 TITLE Indicator 29 TITLE ON OFF Button 12 13 42 43 Title Character Chart 43 Titler 42 ...

Page 80: ...om the yellow pages Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product Need Assistance We want to help U S Consumers Camcorder Exchange Warranty 800 283 6503 Customer Service 800 336 1900 Accessories 800 338 0376 Canadian Consumers English 800 522 0338 French 800 522 0445 10330 North Meridian Stre...