Rca Pro809 Manuale Utente

USER‘SGUIDEPro809Table of Contents...1Optional Accessories...2First-Time Operation...8Remote Control ...15Powering Your Camcorder18Record

2VCC1000 Video Color Control CenterThe VCC1000 is two accessories in one.The color control center allows you toadjust the color intensity, tint, white

3Optional Accessories (continued)1CVA356 Car Cord Adapter/Charger AV608, AV8MM, and AV8MSH —Rechargeable BatteriesCaution: Do not use any other car co

4Optional Accessories (continued)AC088 TripodThis tripod’s fluid-effect head provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The grooved,tubular 3-section leg d

Order Form for Camcorder Model Pro8095Accessory Order Form Detach Here✂Description Part No. Price Qty. TotalSoft Camcorder Case AC025A $ 59.95

6Accessory Order Form (continued)Detach Here✂®rrsTMCharge your order on your VISAor MasterCard byfilling in belowUSE YOUR CREDIT CARDIMPORTANT: Copy c

7Accessory Order Form (continued)To order accessories, contact your local Dealer.If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below t

First-Time Operation8Audio/Video CableStock No. 210923Power ConnectorStock No. 210922Remote ControlStock No. 221307Rechargeable 6-Volt Battery Stock

First-Time Operation (continued)92. Attach a power supply.A. Adapter/Charger DC OUT JackTo AC100-240V,50/60Hz.POWER Indicator1. Plug in adapter/charge

First-Time Operation (continued)103. Insert a cassette.1. Slide TAPE EJECT to open thecassette compartment. 2. Fully insert cassette with tapewindow

FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECTFirst-Time Operation (continued)11

SAFETY PRECAUTIONSiProduct RegistrationPlease fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning thiscard allows us to conta

FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECTFirst-Time Operation (continued)12

1 ON/OFF Displays and removes date/time display in viewfinder2 SET Sets the date and time digits3 + Enters the date and time digits4 – Enters the date

First-Time Operation (continued)1411. Review camcorder’s operating controls. (continued)PUSHTAPEEJECTVCROFFCAMERAAttach a PowerSupply Here:Adapter/ Ch

Remote Control15The remote operates the camcorder byinfrared light, so it is protected fromelectrical and sound interference. However, the remote must

WWTTPAUSEF.FWDPLAYREWSCANSTOPVCR RECTITLESTANDBYCAMERARECORDON/OFFDISPLAYZOOMRemote Control (continued)16A brief description of the functions of the r

Remote Control (continued)17PAUSE • Press PAUSE during playback to stopthe tape for stop-action viewing. • Press PAUSE again to return to normalplayb

Powering Your Camcorder18The adapter/charger’s power connector attaches to the camcorder, and lets youpower your camcorder directly from standard hous

Powering Your Camcorder (continued)191. Plug the adapter/charger into thenearest AC outlet (100-240V,50/60Hz).2. Place the battery on the adapter/char

Powering Your Camcorder (continued)20To Attach BatteryIf the power connector is attached to thecamcorder, remove it before attaching thebattery.• Hold

Checking Battery Power (Battery Level Indicator)The battery level indicator shows how much recording time is left on the battery.This indicator will n

CAUTION: READ “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR ACADAPTER/CHARGER” ON THE NEXT PAGE BEFORE USING THE ACADAPTER/CHARGER.CAUTION: MAINTAIN ELECTRICAL

Powering Your Camcorder (continued)22Cautions: The 1CVA356 is designed to be used only with vehicles having negativeground electrical systems.Do not u

CAMERA/OFF/VCRPower ConnectorCigaretteLighter SocketOptional 1CVA356Car Cord Adapter/ChargerDC OUT JackSwitchPOWER CHARGEDCOUT7.5V1.6AAC POWER ADAPTE

Video Cassettes24You can use your video cassettes over and over again. To erase a previousrecording, just record over it.8We recommend our cassettes

PUSHTAPEEJECTVCROFFCAMERAVideo Cassettes (continued)251. Slide TAPE EJECT to open thecassette compartment. 2. Fully insert cassette with safety tabfa

FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECT26Recording FeaturesDisplay On/Off

WWTTPAUSEF.FWDPLAYREWSCANSTOPVCR RECTITLESTANDBYCAMERARECORDON/OFFDISPLAYZOOM27Recording Features (continued)Tape PositioningWhen CAMERA/OFF/VCR is in

Install the Lithium Cell BatteryCAMERA/OFF/VCRSwitch in OFFDate and Time Display28Clock BatteryCompartmentThe time indicator will flash for approximat

TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDSET ON/OFFDATE/TIMENORMALTITLERESET Z/MEMORYOSDCHAR–CHAR+ SET ON/OFF–291. Place CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch inCAME

30Date and Time Display (continued)The time and date (or date only) can be recorded on your tape. Whenever one of thedisplays appears in the viewfind

FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECTFADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCU

iiiBefore using the AC adapter/charger,read all instructions and cautionarymarkings on (1) AC adapter/charger,(2) battery, and (3) product using batte

T REC 0:00:005 PORTRAIT DEW MEMM.FOCUSDSE1 TAPE ENDW CONGRATULATIONSKARL AND CHASE12:00 AM11/11/9432Displays in Viewfind

33Status IndicatorsThe following status displays appear tolet you know what the camcorder isdoing. • REC appears during recording.• PAUSE appears du

FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECTSCENE SELECT AE DialSCENE SELECT A

35FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECT• A subject that has a light sou

36WWTTPAUSEF.FWDPLAYREWSCANSTOPVCR RECTITLESTANDBYCAMERARECORDON/OFFDISPLAYZOOMPUSHTAPEEJECTVCROFFCAMERAZooming T5W Zoom Indicatorin ViewfinderUsing P

37Fading In and Out of ScenesYou can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade in and out ofscenes. Both the picture and sound will

38FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECTFocusing Your CamcorderAuto Focu

39Focusing Your Camcorder (continued)Conditions that May Require Manual FocusThe following conditions may require the use of manual focusing during re

Digital Special Effects40The digital special effects feature lets you select one of three digital effects whilerecording.1. Place CAMERA/OFF/VCR inCAM

41FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECTSET ON/OFFDATE/TIMENORMALTITLERE

ivIn addition to the careful attentiondevoted to quality standards in themanufacture of your product, safetyis a major factor in the design ofevery in

42TitlerThe title can be displayed and recorded at any time. The built-in character registercontains 47 characters for creating titles on two lines w

434. Press ON/OFF (TITLE ON/OFF onremote) to display the title inviewfinder.5. Press the thumb trigger (CAMERARECORD/STANDBY on remote) tostart record

FADEB.LIGHTEDIT–D•S•EEDIT+A/M FOCUSAUTOA/VINOUBATT EJECT TE/ TIME NORMAL TITLE ON/OFF OSDVCRRECSCENE SELECTSET ON/OFFDATE/TIMENORMALTITLERESE

45Time Counter with ZeroMemory Turned OnEdit Insert Using the Camcorder (continued)1.Place CAMERA/OFF/VCR inCAMERA.2.Press 55/EDIT – or 66/EDIT +(55RE

46Edit Insert from A Monitor TV or VCREdit insert lets you record new audio and video from the camcorder or another source,such as a TV or VCR, to a p

47Edit Insert (continued) 1. Connect the camcorder to the TV orVCR as shown.2. Place camcorder’s CAMERA/OFF/VCR switch in VCR.3. Insert the tape you w

48Recording from VCR or TV MonitorTo connect your camcorder to a TV (or VCR) with AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks, youwill need the audio/video cable that c

491. A.Camcorder connected directly toTV monitor: Turn on the TV, andtune it to the channel you want torecord.B. Camcorder connected to a VCRthat is

50Attaching the Shoulder StrapCaution: When carrying the camcorder with the shoulder strap,you may find it convenient to rotate the viewfinder to the

51• Practice recording under a variety oflighting conditions. • Use the viewfinder to keep camcorderlevel or scenes will appear “tilted”.• Include clo

v8. Ventilation—Slots and openings inthe products are provided forventilation to ensure reliableoperation of the product and toprotect them from overh

52Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesViewfinder PlaybackViewfinder playback is the simplest way to watch tapes using the camcorder. Thismethod

Viewfinder Playback and Playback Features (continued)53Stop Action Pause• During playback, press /D•S•E(PAUSE on remote) to “stop theaction” and view

54Caution: The unauthorized recording of television programs and other recorded materialmay infringe the rights of others.Playback on TV or VCR Using

55Playback on TV or VCR (continued)1. A.Camcorder connected directly toTV: Turn on the TV and tune it tothe video input channel.B. Camcorder connecte

Trouble ChecksTroubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without thehelp of a service technician by first checking a

Trouble Checks (continued)• M. FOCUS appears in viewfinder. Press A/M FOCUSbutton to turn on auto focus. See pages 38-39.• Scene is dark. Auto-focus

58Care and MaintenanceProper Care and Storage• Keep dust and grit from entering thecamcorder’s cassette door. Dust andgrit are abrasive and will caus

Care and Maintenance (continued)59Cleaning the CamcorderTo clean the camcorder’s exterior, remove any power source connected to thecamcorder and gentl

60SpecificationsGeneralPower requirement: 6VDCPower consumption: 6.4 WWeight: 800 grams(Without battery pack, lens hood, lens cap, and cassette)Dime

Limited Warranty61What your warranty covers:• Any defect in material or workmanship.• 90 days for labor charges.• One year for parts.The warranty peri

vi12. Outdoor Antenna Grounding—Ifan outside antenna or cable system isconnected to the product, be sure theantenna or cable system is groundedso as t

62Index A/M FOCUS Button...12,32,38-39A/V (Audio/Video) IN OUTSwitch ...12,46-47,48-49,54-55AC Ada

63Index (continued)PAUSE Button ...16-17,53/D•S•E (Pause/Digital Special Effects) Button ...

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vii16. Lightning—For added protectionfor this product during a lightningstorm, or when it is left unattendedand unused for long periods of time,unplug

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