RCA ProV800C manual

USER‘S GUIDE ProV800C CAMCO RDER[...]

i Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. Cautions CAUTION : To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. A TTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et p[...]

1 Assistance T able of Contents Safety Information ..............................i Product Registration ...........................i Table of Contents ............................1-2 First-Time Operation • Assistance ..........................................3 • Unpack Camcorder & Accessories ......................................3 • Atta[...]

T able of Contents 2 Recording (continued) • Microphone......................................30 • Flying Erase Head ...........................30 • Auto Head Cleaner ..........................30 • Tally Light .......................................30 • Quick Record ...................................30 • Tape Positioning ...............[...]

3 First-T ime Operation • Save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your camcorder. • The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Rechargeable 6-Volt Battery Part No. 236130 Cassette Adapter Part No. 237583 Cassette Adapter Battery ([...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 4 3. Adjust the handstrap to fit your hand. • Lift the flap on the handstrap and First-T ime Operation BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF POWER CHG END REFRE[...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 6. Place POWER ( CAMERA/OFF/VCR) switch in CAMERA . 5 2 4 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN EJECT PUSH CASSETTE EJECT Tape Wheel Tape Window PUSH/OPEN Button First-T ime Operation EJECT Button PU[...]

• This places the camcorder in the full auto mode. • Place the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch in FULL AUTO to have the camcorder automatically control the focus, exposure, and white balance. FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ 6 8. Set the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch to FULL AUT O. First-T ime Operation 7. Select a recording speed. ?[...]

7 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN PUSH CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control BRIGHT Control PUSH/OPEN Button LCD Monitor First-T ime Operation (continued on next page) 9. Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to view what you are recording. You can watch what you are [...]

8 First-T ime Operation 10. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. appears in the viewfinder or LCD monitor, and the tally light will light when the camcorder is recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger again to stop recording. The camcorder is now in the record- pause mode. appears in the vi[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH 9 First-T ime Operation Lens LCD Monitor Speaker 14. Review camcorder’ s operating controls. Tally Light PUSH Button EJECT Button SPEAKER VOLUME Control PUSH/OPEN Button BRIGHT Control Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control Ey[...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 10 Handstrap Thumb Trigger AUDIO, RF DC OUT, and VIDEO Jacks (Under Cover) BATT. RELEASE Button JLIP Connector Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Clock Cell Compartment Shoulder Strap Attachment Ring Attach Ba[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR First-T ime Operation 11 SP-EP COUNTER R/M TRACKING MAN.W.BAL EDIT – SEARCH REW FF STOP PLAY/PAUSE + BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAM[...]

12 Powering Y our Camcorder Attach Adapter/Charger 1. Connect one end of the DC cable to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger. 2. Connect the other end of the DC cable to the DC in jack on the camcorder as shown above. 3. Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into the nearest AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz). 4. If the adapter/charger is properly connec[...]

13 BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF JLIP Powering Y our Camcorder Attach the Charged Battery If the DC cable is attached to the camcorder, remove it before attaching the battery. Also, install the lithium clock cell before attaching the battery pack. Details on page 48. 1. Hook the top end of the batt[...]

14 Powering Y our Camcorder Charge the Battery If the DC cable is attached to the DC OUT jack on the adapter/charger, remove its plug. 1. Align reference mark on battery with mark on adapter/charger. 2. Hold the battery flush against the adapter/charger and slide it in the direction of the arrow. 3. Plug adapter/charger into nearest AC outlet (100-[...]

15 Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder and shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery. Powering Y our Camcorder Battery Care and Storage • Recharging takes approximately 100 minutes depending on the battery’s condition. • Refreshing takes approximately five hours a[...]

16 Powering Y our Camcorder 1. Place the POWER switch in OFF to turn off the camcorder. Power indicator on the camcorder turns off. 2. If the battery or DC cable is attached to the camcorder, remove it. 3. Hold the top of the power connector flush against the camcorder and press the bottom of the power connector down until it locks into place. 4. T[...]

17 Recording T ips • In case of fire or theft, make a video recording of your home and contents to store in a safe place. • Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This improves picture quality and color reproduction. • Do not move the camcorder rapidly from side-to-side while recording. A steady, gradual “pan” avoids blurring and ?[...]

18 V ideo Cassettes You can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase a previous recording, just record over it. Safety Tab A. Remove B. Cover hole with vinyl tape or slide tab to REC ON to record over tape. safety tab or slide tab to REC OFF . We recommend that our cassettes be used with your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapes or ta[...]

2 4 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN EJECT PUSH CASSETTE EJECT 19 V ideo Cassettes Before inserting a cassette, turn the tape wheel on the side of the cassette in the direction shown to remove any slack in the tape. Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and Storage • When you are finished with a cassette, rewind it, remove it [...]

2 4 + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN EJECT PUSH CASSETTE EJECT BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 20 Recording Making a Recording The steps below tell you how to make a recording using some of the recording features. Each feature[...]

21 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 s[...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP + BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR Recording 22 EDIT SEARCH + Button[...]

Recording 23 • The effect is automatically activated, and its indicator appears. • Details are on pages 60-61. 9. Start and stop recording. • Press and release the thumb trigger to start recording. appears in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor and the tally light lights when the camcorder is recording. • Press and release the the thumb tr[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN PUSH CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ V iewing What Y ou Are Recording Using the LCD Monitor or V iewfinder You can watch what you are recording on the color LCD monitor or in the black-and-white viewfinder. When the LCD monitor is open more than 60º in CAMERA[...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF JLIP 25 Recording Cautions Do not force the LCD monitor or viewfinder to rotate completely around. This will damage the monitor, viewfinder, and/or the camcorder. When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap, close and lock the LCD monitor and put the viewfinder[...]

26 Recording Tape Speed Indicators ( SP or EP ) The tape speed selected with the SP• EP button appears here. • Details on page 18 . Status Displays •The indicator appears when the camcorder is recording. • The indicator appears during record pause. Production Effects Indicators The indicator for the production effect selected with the PROG.[...]

27 Recording Fade and Wipe Indicators The indicator for the fade or wipe scene transition selected with the FADE/WIPE button appears here. When the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in FULL AUTO , Black Fader is automatically selected. Place the switch in PRESET to select the other fades or wipes. • appears when you select Black Fade and a black screen [...]

28 Recording Time Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape is automatically displayed here. The correct Tape Length must be set in the recording menu. Details are on page 44. Self-Timer, Animation, and Time- Lapse Indicators • The interval time selected for self- timer or time-lapse recording ( 15S, 30S, 1min, or 5min ) appear[...]

Recording 29 Exposure Indicator • This indicator appears when you are adjusting brightness manually using the + or – button. The FULL AUTO/PRESET switch must be in PRESET. • Details are on page 33. White Balance Indicators • If you adjust white balance manually, the indicator ( MWB , , , or ) for the mode you select appears here. The FULL A[...]

30 Recording T ally Light The tally light lights when the camcorder is recording. The tally light can be turned off using the record menu. See page 53. Quick Record Quick record lets you make five second recordings for quick scene transitions. Place VCR/OFF/CAMERA switch in CAMERA . • Press and release QUICK REC to make a five-second recording. T[...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP 31 Recording T ape Positioning Place POWER switch in VCR and press STOP . • Press and quickly release REW or FF to rewind or fast-forward the tape. Press STOP to stop the tape. Quick Review Feature Press[...]

32 Recording • The only fade/wipe that you can use is the black fader. • The only production special effects you can use is cinema. • Menu changes cannot be made. 4. Place the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch in PRESET to turn off the full auto mode. Full Auto Mode FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ 1. Place the POWER switch in C[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR 33 Recording Exposure Contr ol When the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in FULL AUTO , the camcorder controls the iris for you. Under normal conditions, the camcorder will adjust brig[...]

34 Recording BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved by adjusting the way the camcorder “sees” and records the light source in the scene you wish t[...]

35 Recording Press the MAN.W.BAL. (Manual White Balance) Button to Display Indicators in Viewfinder or on LCD Monitor Auto White Balance Manual White Balance Outdoors — Sunny Outdoors — Cloudy MWB Halogen or Tungsten Light A. Point camcorder at a white, flat object such as a piece of white paper. B. Press and hold MAN.W.BAL . for at least three[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUM E M IN M AX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR Recording 36 Focusing Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically. Under certain conditions, you may need to focus manually. Focus Lock Feature The f[...]

37 Recording Manual Focus Under certain conditions, such as those listed, you may need to focus manually. Conditions Requiring Manual Focus • When recording a subject through a window. • When recording a subject having a close foreground and a background that is far away. • When recording two subjects at different distances that overlap in th[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUM E M IN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR 38 Recording EIS Button Electronic Image Stabilizer (EIS) The electronic image stabilizer helps compensate for unstable images caused by camera shake that can be cr[...]

39 BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF T20•30•40 TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY /P STOP FF + REW JLIP Recording Zooming The motorized zoom lens allows you to zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by sliding the power zoom lever on the camcorder. T o Zoom In and Out Optical zooming allows you to zoom i[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR 40 Recording Recording Menu The main recording menu lets you select and set several recording features: Tele Macro (close-up) , Gain Up (light adjustment) , Color Filter, Tape Le[...]

41 Recording Recording Menu — T ele Macro Zooming Featur e Tele Macro (close-up) , zooming allows you to zoom in on subjects that are too close to focus on during normal zooming. If the subject is more than approximately 23 inches away, use normal zooming. T o T urn on T ele Macro 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press th[...]

42 Recording Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date/Time Sub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 3. Press or to highlight Gain Up . To Set Gain Up 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 4. Press or to select AGC or ◆ OFF. • Select[...]

43 Recording Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date/Time Sub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 T o Set Color Filter 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 3. Press or to highlight Color Filter . Recording Menu — Color Filter This [...]

44 Recording Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date/Time Sub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 Recording Menu — T ape Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder is automatically displayed in the viewfinder. The Tape Length feature in the recording menu must be set correctly for the length tape you are u[...]

45 Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. T o Add a Pr eset Title to Y our Recordings Recording Menu — T itle The title feature lets you choose one of eight preset titles or create your own title — up to 18 characters to s[...]

46 Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor 3. Press or to highlight Title . To Create Your Own Title Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date/Time Sub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 OFF Happy Birthday Our Vacation Merry Chr[...]

Recording 47 Notes: To select the location of a character, press , , , or to move the cursor to the row of squares at the bottom. Then press or to highlight the location where you want to place the character. To correct a character, highlight the character you want to correct and press and together . If you wish to erase a previous title or all cha[...]

48 Recording 1. Make sure camcorder is turned off, and remove any power supply attached to the camcorder. 2. Press release tab of clock cell compart- ment cover and open the compartment. 3. Insert the clock cell with the “+” terminal facing out. 4. Close the compartment cover. It will click into place. Date/Time Display — Install the Clock Li[...]

49 JAN 1.00 AM 12:01 Set Cancel Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. T o Set the Date and T ime Recording Menu — Date/Time Display The date and time must be set before it can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The cl[...]

50 Recording • Date Display: The date will be displayed and recorded. • Time: The time will be displayed and recorded. • Date and Time Display: The date and time will be displayed and recorded. • Date and Time Off: No date or time will be displayed or recorded. 1. Attach a power supply and place POWER switch in CAMERA . The power indicator [...]

51 Recording 5. To record the display again, place the camcorder in record pause and press the DISPLAY button to select the mode you want to record. Note: If you do not want to record a date or time, press DISPLAY to select the date and time off mode. 1. Place the camcorder in record pause. 2. Repeatedly press the DISPLAY button to display the date[...]

52 Recording 1. Make sure the FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET. 2. Press the MENU button. The recording menu will appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. To Change a Feature in the Sub Menu Recording Menu — Sub Menu The sub menu lets you turn the tally light on or off, set interval and recording times for the self-timer, time-lapse re[...]

53 Recording Tally Interval Timer Rec Time OFF JLIP ID NO. 0 7 ON OFF Sub Menu — T ally Light and JLIP ID NO. 4. Press or to turn the tally light ON or OFF. • Select ON to have the tally light turn on during recording. • Select OFF if you do not want the tally light to light. 5. Press to stop Tally flashing and return to the recording menu, o[...]

54 Recording Sub Menu — Self-Timer The self-timer lets you set the camcorder to delay recording so you can be in the scene when recording begins. Tele Macro Gain Up Color Filter Tape Length Title Date/Time Sub Menu OFF AGC NOR. T20 T o Set the Self-T imer 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light. 2. Place FULL AUTO/PRES[...]

55 Recording Self-Timer Indicator in Viewfinder or on LCD Monitor 8. Press or to select the amount of time you want the recording delayed. • Select 15S to delay the recording for 15 seconds. • Select 30S to delay the recording for 30 seconds. • Select 1min to delay the recording for one minute. • Select 5min to delay the recording for five [...]

56 Recording Sub Menu — Animation Recording Animation recording produces an illusion of movement for an otherwise stationary scene or object by shooting a series of pictures of slightly different poses (such as cartooning). To Record Using Animation 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light. 2. Place FULL AUTO/PRESET swi[...]

57 Recording 1/4S PAUSE 9. Press or to select the amount of time you want the camcorder to record. • Select 1/4S, 1/2S, 1S, or 5S to have the camcorder record for 1/4 second, 1/2 second, one second, or five seconds. • Select OFF to turn off the recording time. 5. Press or to highlight Sub Menu . 6. Press to display the sub menu. Tally Interval [...]

58 Recording Sub Menu — Time-Lapse Recording Time-lapse recording makes automatic recordings at preset time intervals. The recording will show subtle changes (such as shifts in cloud formations or plant growth) when it remains focused on an object. To Record Using Time Lapse 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light. 2. [...]

59 Recording 13. If necessary, adjust the exposure control, focus, and stabilizer before step 14. 14. Press MENU to exit the menu. and the amount of recording time, and and the amount of interval time appear in the viewfinder or on the LCD monitor. 5min 1/4 S PAUSE 15. Press the thumb trigger to start recording. Notes: The camcorder will start and [...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR Button Button Button Button FULL AUTO/ PRESET Switch 60 Black Fader Blue Fader Mosaic Fader Shutter Wipe Slide Wipe Fades in or out on a black screen. Fades in or out on a blue s[...]

61 Recording To Turn Off Fade or Wipe When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in FULL AUTO, press FADE/WIPE . When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET, press FADE/WIPE to display the fade/wipe menu, and then press FADE/WIPE repeatedly to highlight OFF . 1. Place the POWER switch in CAMERA. The power indicator will light. 2. Place FULL AUTO/PRESET switch i[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU FADE/ WIPE + _ NEAR FULL AUTO/ PRESET Switch 62 Cinema Sepia Twilight Sports HI.S 1/2000 The camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the picture to produce the wide-screen effect. This[...]

63 Recording To Turn Off a Production Effect When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in FULL AUTO, press P ROG.AE/ EFFECT . When FULL AUTO/PRESET switch is in PRESET, press PROG.AE/EFFECT to display the production effect menu, and then press PROG.AE/EFFECT repeatedly to highlight OFF . Note: The effect will be turned off and the menu will automatically be [...]

64 1. If the strap keeper is over a double section of the strap, slide the strap keeper off the end of the strap. Replace the keeper on the strap between the buckle and the end of the strap as shown. 2. Loop the end of the strap over the top of the shoulder strap attachment ring. 3. Thread the end of the strap back through the keeper and buckle mak[...]

65 • Write down your camcorder’s serial number and keep it separate from the camcorder when traveling. If your camcorder is lost or stolen, you will be able to identify it. • Use extra care to avoid damage to your camcorder and accessories when operating them at a beach or pool. Spray, sand, and dust should be avoided. If your lens has been e[...]

66 Playback Install Cassette Adapter’s Battery Insert Cassette into Cassette Adapter Using the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. The cassette adapter allows you to play your VHS-C cassettes in a VCR just like other standard VHS cassettes. Insert the VHS-C cassette into the cassette ad[...]

67 4. Gently close the cassette compartment lid until it locks into place. Make sure the cassette reel area under the adapter is free to turn while the cassette is loading. Note: You should hear a whirring sound while the tape loads. The adapter’s load detector will automatically retract into the adapter. Playback Caution: If the load detector is[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUM E MIN M AX PUSH OPEN PUSH CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ 68 Playback EJECT Button To Play Back a Tape 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 [...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP Playback 69 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 automatically[...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP Playback 70 REW Button STOP Button POWER Switch in VCR Playback Features (Continued) Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop[...]

BATT. RELEASE AUDIO RF DC OUT VIDEO L E N S C O V E R + – CAMERA VCR POWER OFF sp•EP TRACKING UNTER R/M W.BAL. PLAY/PAUSE STOP FF + REW JLIP Playback 71 Playback Features (Continued) T racking During playback, streaks may appear in the playback picture. Press either TRACKING button to move the streaks up or down and out of the picture. TRACKING[...]

Playback 72 Installation 1 Attach the white plug on one end of the audio/video cable to the AUDIO IN jack on the TV (or VCR). Notes: If your cable does not have white and yellow plugs, just be sure to attach the same color to the audio jacks. If your TV (or VCR) has stereo AUDIO IN jacks, attach the plug to the one labeled MONO. If one is not label[...]

Playback 73 Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing (or Recording) Caution: The unauthorized recording of copyrighted material may infringe the rights of others. 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to the video input channel. B. Camcorder connected to VCR that is alre[...]

74 Playback Playback on a TV Without Audio/V ideo Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you will need an optional 1CVA147C RF output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90 shown on page 78. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR), refer to pages 72-73 . Installation 1[...]

75 Viewing What the Camcorder Is Recording Playback Playback Operation 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to channel 3 or 4. 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the same channel you selected with the RF output adapter’s CH3/CH4 switch. 3. Place adapter’s VCR/TV switch in VCR. 4. Place POWER in VCR . Power indicator will light. 5. [...]

76 AC201A Soft Carrying Case Custom compact soft case designed especially to provide protection and utility for your compact VHS camcorder and most accessories. Rugged fabric lined with soft non-abrasive material and generous padding. Has three outside pockets with storage for lens filters, adapters, batteries, and tapes. Optional Accessories DCC08[...]

77 Optional Accessories Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, such as AC088, will keep the camcorder steady and produce excellent video results. This tripod’s fluid-effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The quick- release mount makes it easy to attach or remove the camcorder. The grooved, tubular 3-section leg design folds down to 26&quo[...]

78 Optional Accessories VH54 Cable Transformer This 75-to-300 ohm transformer is used to connect a standard 75-ohm antenna cable (such as VH82 or VH90) to the 300 ohm screw terminals on a TV. VH83 Audio/Video Cable This six foot audio/video dubbing cable can be used for copying tapes from the camcorder to another VCR or camcorder. AH25 Y-Adapter Th[...]

Detach Here ✂ Please complete other side also 79 Accessory Order Form Order Form for Camcorder Model ProV800C Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Super Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 39.95 Soft Camcorder Case AC201A $ 39.95 Y-Adapter AH25 $ 2.95 AC Battery Charger CPS91 $ 59.95 Car Cord Adapter DCC08 $ 89.95 Rechargeable Battery (Extended) FB120 $ [...]

80 Accessory Order Form Detach Here ✂ ® r r s TM Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard My card expires: My card expires: Copy Number above your name on MasterCard[...]

81 Accessory Order Form T o order accessories, contact your local Dealer . If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover card ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8A[...]

+ BRIGHT _ SPEAKER VOLUME MIN MAX PUSH OPEN CASSETTE EJECT EJECT FAR PROG.AE/ EFFECT MENU EIS DISPLAY FADE/ WIPE NEAR + _ PUSH 82 Car e and Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder Cleaning the Camcorder’s Lens To clean the camcorder’s lens, blow it with a blower brush, and then gently wipe the lens with a cleaning tissue and commercially prepared cl[...]

83 Car e and Maintenance • Do not operate the camcorder near the ocean as salt water or salt water spray may damage the internal parts of the camcorder. • Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40°F (4C) or above 95°F (35C). • Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If either comp[...]

84 No power Won’t record or playback Won’t playback Won’t record No picture Camcorder turns itself off T r ouble Checks Troubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without the help of a service technician by first checking a few basic remedies. Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Ca[...]

85 Tape stops during rewind or fast forward Camcorder remains in pause mode Sound is too low or distorted Dew indicator flashing in viewfinder or LCD monitor Poor auto-focus operation Vertical white lines appear when shoot- ing bright object Viewfinder or LCD monitor displays are dark or out of focus Picture is too dark or subject too dark T r oubl[...]

86 T r ouble Checks Colors do not look natural on recording Picture recorded with special effect Picture recorded in brown tone Picture recorded with black bars at top and bottom Title recorded on tape Date and/or time were recorded on tape Date and/or time are incorrect No picture in viewfinder No sound from built-in speaker during playback Tally [...]

87 T r ouble Checks Back of LCD monitor is hot Bright spots appear on monitor or areas of color are not clear Error number ( E01, E02, etc.) appears on LCD monitor or in viewfinder Battery runs down sooner than expected • Light used for monitor causes it to get hot. Close the monitor or turn off the unit to cool the monitor down. • Due to high-[...]

88 Specifications General Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: LCD Monitor off, Viewfinder on: 5.7 watts LCD Monitor on, Viewfinder off: 7.5 watts Weight: 2.3 lbs. (1,000g) Dimensions – Including Viewfinder 4-15/16"(W) x 4-1/2"(H) x 9-1/16"(D) 124 (W) x 113(H) x 230(D) mm Camera Section Image Sensor: 1/4" CCD Imager Lens[...]

89 Customer Assistance and Service You can reach Thomson at the following number: 800-283-6503 (Toll free inside U.S.A.) Our toll-free Camcorder number operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., CST Monday – Friday for U.S. customers only Thomson provides a toll-free telephone number to help you with any problems you may encounter with your camcorder. Many [...]

90 Limited W arranty What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days for labor charges. • One year for parts. (The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.) What we will do: During t[...]

Limited W arranty 91 to us. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss. Include with the shipment: • Evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to verify your unit’s warranty eligibility. • A brief note describing your camcorder’s problem. • Your name, address, and phone number. Return transportation, storage, ha[...]

92 Index + and – Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,20-21,33,40-47,49,52-59 Accessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Accessories, Optional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76-81 Accessory, Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79-81 Adapter/Charger, Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4,12 Animation I[...]

93 Index Optical Zooming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76-81 Order Form, Accessory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79-81 PAUSE Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5,8,21,26,32,33 Pause, Stop-Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 PLAY/PAUSE Button . . [...]

If your camcorder needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from 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. © 1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Regist[...]