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RCA PROV700C User Manual

RCA PROV700C User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER'S GUIDE CAMCO...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. I WARNING: camcorder or AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose This symbol indicates "dangerous...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Assistance If you have any We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty ..800-283-6503 (pages 72-73) Customer Service ......... 800-336-1900 (page 71) Accessories ..........800-338-0376 (pages 58-63) Table of Contents • Turn off the Camcorder ..... 8 Safety Information ......
  • Page 4 Table of ontents Recording (continued) Playback • Tally Light ........• Using the Cassette Adapter...48-49 • Auto Head Cleaner ......• Playback Using the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder .... 50 • Microphone ........• Playback Features • Flying Erase Head ......•...

  • Page 5: First-Time Operation

    First-Time Operation This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcoroer record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Assistance The toll-free numbers are available to help you with any problem you may encounter. Camcorder Exchange Warranty ..

  • Page 6: Attach The Adapter/Charger

    First-Time Operation 2. Attach the adapter/charger. Since the battery must be charged before it can be used the first time, attach the adapter/charger to the camcorder. To AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz Adapter/Charger POWER Indicator A. Connect one end of the DC cable to C.

  • Page 7: Insert A Tape

    First-Time Operation 5. Insert a tape. Tape Wheel -'-<-_ Tape Window PUSH/OPEN Button PUSH EJECT Button Caution: Open monitor at Button least 60 ° before opening cassette compartment. • Insert the cassette with the tape • Press PUSH/OPEN to open the LCD monitor.

  • Page 8: Select A Recording Speed

    First-TimeOperatio 7. Select a recording speed and tape length using SPoEP/ T20°30o40 switch. Repeatedly press the SP•EP/ T20•30o40 switch. • Select T20 SP if you are using a tape w_th 20 minutes or less recording T20o30.40 time and want to record in SP speed. Switch •...

  • Page 9: Use Lcd Monitor Or

    First-Time Operation 9. Use the LCD monitor or viewfinder to view what you are recording. 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 60 °, the viewfinder is automatically turned off.

  • Page 10: 10. Start And Stop Recording

    First-Time IOperation: Button Button W Button Trigger POWER (VCR/O FF/CAMERA ) Switch Power Indicator 10. Start and stop recording. 11. Play back what you have recorded. • Press and release the thumb trigger • Place the POWER switch in VCR. to start recording.

  • Page 11: Review Camcorder's Operating Controls

    First-r me Operation 14. Review camcorder's operating controls. Microphone Lens Tally Light BRIGHT Control Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control SPEAKER VOLUME Control )lece EJECT Button PUSH/OPEN Monitor PUSH Button Button (continued on next page)
  • Page 12 First-Time Operation 14. Review camcorder's operating controls. (Continued) Power Zoom Lever "W" - Wide Angle "T" - Telephoto Shoulder Strap LENS Attachment Ring COVER Control Clock Cell Compartment Attach Battery Here- DC In Jack (Attach AC Adapter/Charger Here) Attachment Ring Shoulder Strap gger Handstrap...
  • Page 13 First-Time Operation 14. Review camcorder's operating controls. DA TE/TIME/CHAR--SET Buttons SpoEP/T20*30*40 Button Also COUNTER (Also TI_.CKING Buttons_ (Reset/Memory) Button SP-EP/T20 30*40 DATE/TI_{_/CH/_ _SET MAN. W.BAL (Manual COUNTER R/M TRACKING White Balance) Button MAN.W.BAL SEARCH _.._J REW (Rewind) Button STOP "EDIT - I"_'_ (Also EDIT SEARCH - Button) I- PLA Y/PA USE Button...

  • Page 14: Using Adapter/Charger

    Powering Your Camcorder Using the Adapter/Charger to Power Your Camcorder The adapter/charger attaches to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. The adapter/charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder...

  • Page 15: Using Rechargeable Battery

    Powering Your Camcorder Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder The battery must be charged as described on the next page before it can be used the first time. Initial charging will take approximately 100 minutes. When fully charged, the battery should supply about 75 minutes of operating time (depending...
  • Page 16 Powering Your Camcorder Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder (Continued) Hold Battery Reference Marks Flush and To AC Wall POWER Indicator Outlet 100-240 Indicator Volts, 50/60 Hz. Indicator REFRESH Button Adapter/Charger REFRESH Indicator Caution: When a battery is attached to the adapter/charger, do not turn them upside down.
  • Page 17 PoweringiY0urJCamCOrder Battery Level Indicator • When appears, the battery is The battery level indicator appears on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder and fully charged. shows you the amount of power in the • As the power is used rechargeable battery.

  • Page 18: Powering Your Camcorder

    Powering Your Camcorder Optional Car Cord Adapter The optional DCC08 car cord shown on Cautions: The DCC08 is designed to be page 58 allows you to power your used only with vehicles having negative camcorder from the cigarette lighter ground electrical systems. socket of a car, truck, or RV.

  • Page 19: Recording Tips

    Recording Tips • In case of fire or theft, make a video • Fading in and ou! of scenes will make recording of your home and contents to your videos appear more professional. store in a safe place. • Learn to use the special effects •...

  • Page 20: Video Cassettes

    Video Cassettes We recommend that our cassettes be used with your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapes or tapes that have been damaged or mishandled can contaminate the video heads, resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at all during playback. Because there is no control over the type of tape purchased or rented by consumers, head cleaning is not...
  • Page 21 Video assettes Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cautions: Open monitor at least 60 ° before opening cassette compartment. Insert the cassette only one way with the tape, wheel facing up and the tape window facing out. The cassette should slide easily Button Button PUSH...

  • Page 22: Making A Recording

    Rec0raing Making a Recording The steps below tell you how to make a recording using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages. SP*EP/T20*30"40 Button Eyepiece SEARCH- Button Focus Control + Button COVER Control Zoom Button POWER...
  • Page 23 Recording • Place the dial in RELEASE Use the LCD Monitor experiment with the SEL., F1, and • Make sure the monitor is open at F2 buttons. least 60 °. The viewfinder will be • Select F1 FADER to fade in and out automatically turned off.

  • Page 24: Viewfinder

    ReCordingl Viewing What You Are Recording Using the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder 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 60 ° in CAMERA, the viewfinder is automatically turned off.

  • Page 25: Viewfinder

    Recording, Use the Viewfinder The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature monitor that displays the picture seen by the camcorder when recording. When the LCD monitor is open more than 60 °, the viewfinder is automatically turned off. Viewfinder _iece Focus Control Adjust Viewfinder for Convenient you probably...

  • Page 26: Lcd Monitor Or Viewfinder Displays

    Record'rag, LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays 30MIN 0:00:00 ._SPORTS -*-,_b,_ LENS COVER ® HAPPY HOLIDAYS DEC 25.97 AM 10:55 (_) Zoom Level Date, Date/Time, or Created Title This indicator tells you whether you • The date, AUTO DATE, date and are zoomed in or zoomed out.

  • Page 27: Recording (Continued)

    Recording.,- • An "M" appears in front of the time Cassette Warning counter when memory-stop is on. • The r'v;l indicator flashes when the • Details are ol7 page 52. POWER switch is set to CAMERA Mode Select Dial Indicator and the safety tab has been removed from the cassette.

  • Page 28: Displays

    Recording LCD monitor or Viewfinder Dispalys (Continued) I_1 FADER I_CINEMA --PAUSE_ --MWB INDEX- FADER TAPE END • The F1 and F2 features selected White Balance with the SEL. button appear here. • The indicator for the manual white • Details are on page 33.

  • Page 29: Tally Light

    Recording Micro Light Tally Light Microphone The tally light lights when the camcorder The microphone picks up the sound is recording. during a recording. It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction lens is pointed. Auto Head Cleaner The camcorder has an automatic head- Flying Erase Head...

  • Page 30: Tape Positioning

    Recording and FF (Also EDIT SEARCH- and +) Button_ POWER Switch in CAMERA Camera Edit Feature Tape Positioning The camera edit feature allows you to Place POWER switch in VCR and press STOP. position the tape when the camcorder in record pause. Place VCR/OFF/ •...

  • Page 31: Full Auto Mode

    Recording INDEX Mode Select Dial Full Auto Mode Electronic Indexing The camcorder will automatically An index mark is automatically recorded control focus, exposure, and white at the beginning of a recording after the balance for you when the camcorder is in date advances and a cassette is inserted.

  • Page 32: Tape Time-Remaining Display

    Recording Tape Time-Remaining Display The approximate time remaining on the tape in the camcorder is automatically displayed in the viewfinder. The SPoEP/T20o30.40 switch must be set for the correct recording speed and tape length before the camcorder can correctly calculate time remaining.

  • Page 33: Mode Select Dial

    Recording , Mode Select Dial The mode select dial lets you select one of several different effects. Turn the dial select the effect you want. indicator and name are displayed for approximately three seconds, and then only the indicator appears. Mode Select Dial Mode Indicator...

  • Page 34: White Balance

    Recording White Balance Making colors look natural is what white balance is all about. This is achieved adjusting the way the camcorder "sees" and records the light source in the scene you wish to record. Your camcorder is equipped with automatic white balance.

  • Page 35: Sel. (Select) Button

    Recording SEL. (Select) Button ['€i]FADER 1"_] C INEMA Indicator in Viewfinder or on LCD Monitor SEL. (Select), F1, and F2 Buttons Mode Select Dial When the mode select dial is in any position except LOCK, you can select any one of six functions using the SEL., F1, and F2 buttons.

  • Page 36: Fading In And Out

    Recording Fading In and Out You can add a professional touch to your recordings when you fade in and out of scenes. The picture will gradually appear or disappear. The speed of the fade is automatically controlled by the camcorder. [_]FADER IT21 CINEMA FADER...

  • Page 37: Cinema Mode

    Recording Cinema Mode New 16X9 TV Screen The camcorder has a CINEMA recording mode that lets you make recordings compatible with the 16X9 format. When CINEMA is activated, the camcorder records black bars at the top and bottom of the picture to produce the wide-screen effect.

  • Page 38: Focusing

    Recording Focusing the Camcorder FOCUS [] EXP. .,IL 4)- _ Indicator in Viewfinder on LCD Monitor Select SEL. (Select), F1, and F2 Buttons Focus Lock Feature Auto Focus The focus lock feature is useful when During auto focus the camcorder will objects pass between...

  • Page 39: Focusing

    Recording Manual Focus Conditions Requiring Manual Focus • When recording a subject through Under certain conditions, such as those window. listed, you may need to focus manually. • When recording a subject having a close 1. Make sure the mode select dial is not foreground and a background that is far...

  • Page 40: Exposure Control (Iris)

    ReCo diffg Exposure Control [iris) Under certain The camcorder automatically adjusts the iris to provide the best picture. conditions, you may want to brighten or darken the image manually. FOCUS [] EXP. Indicator in Viewfinder on LCD Monitor de Select Dial SEL.

  • Page 41: Zooming

    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. Power Zoom Lever T = Telephoto W = Wide Angle Zoom Level Indicator on LCD Monitor or in Viewfinder To Zoom In and Out Notes:...

  • Page 42: Titler

    Recording Titler You can superimpose one of the eight preset titles stored in memory over the scene being recorded. You can also create your own title (up to 18 characters), store it, and record it alone or with one of the preset titles. []TITLE []DISP.
  • Page 43 Recor ng Creating Your Own Title After you create a title you can store it and record it alone or with one of the preset titles as described on pages 44-45. The clock cell battery must be installed as shown on the next page and the date must be set as shown on page 43. + AND - Buttons SET Button 1.

  • Page 44: Install The Clock Lithium Cell

    Record g Install the Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator d_ will appear on the LCD monitor or in the viewfinder when the cell has not been installed or needs to be replaced. The cell should last approximately one year. Insert object here to remove cell.

  • Page 45: Set The Date And Time

    Recording: Set the Date and Time After the date and time have been set, they can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed. DA TE/TIME/CHAR + and- Buttons SET Button DATE NOV\ 18.97 12:00 Indicator in Viewfinder or on LCD Monitor POWER Switch and Indicator...

  • Page 46: Select Date, Time, Or Title You Want To Record

    Recording Select the Date, Time, or Title You Want to Record on Your Tape The clock cell must be installed, and the date and time set before they can be selected and recorded. When the mode select dial is in LOCK, the auto date mode is automatically selected.
  • Page 47 Recording Date and Time Displays LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Displays Press F2 to select mode. NOV 18. 97 NOV 18.97 NOV 18. 97 Date Display TV On-Screen Display Return to Date Display Date Off Display Auto Date Display NOV18.97 PMl1:59 TAYLOR WAYNE Date/Time Display...

  • Page 48: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    Recording Attaching the Shoulder Strap The camcorder's shoulder strap is designed to let you carry the camcorder from your shoulder and - when you are ready to shoot - bring the camcorder to shooting position in one quick movement. To Attach the Shoulder Strap 4.

  • Page 49: Traveling Tips

    Recording Traveling Tips • Write down your camcorder's serial • Make sure you have any plug adapters number and keep it separate from the that you may need before taking your camcorder when traveling. If your camcorder to other countries. Consult camcorder is lost or stolen,...

  • Page 50: Playback

    Playback Using the Cassette Adapter The camcorder uses a smaller size cassette, but records in standard VHS format. 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 adapter.
  • Page 51 Playback Load Detector 4. Gently close the cassette compartment Caution: If the load detector is still lid until it locks into place. Make sure extending from the side of the cassette the cassette reel area under the adapter adapter after you have attempted to load is free to turn while the cassette the cassette,...

  • Page 52: Playback Using The Lcd Monitor Or Viewfinder

    Playback Playback Using the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder You can view tapes in color using the LCD monitor or black-and-white using the viewfinder. You can hear the sound from the tapes on the built-in speaker when you use the monitor. BRIGHT SPEAKER Eyepiece...

  • Page 53: Playback Features

    Playback, Playback Features Button Button Button POWER Switch in VCR Visual Searching Tape Positioning • During playback, press and release Place POWER switch in VCR and press STOP. or REW if you want to search the tape visually in forward or reverse.

  • Page 54: Time Counter

    Playback Playback Features (Continued) COUNTER R/M (Reset/Memory) Button "STOP Button Button POWER Switch in VCR Thumb Trigger Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when playing back a segment of tape. The memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape.

  • Page 55: Tracking

    Playb:a ki Playback Features (Continued) Buttons Tracking 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. • During stop-action playback, pressing Note: The TRACKING buttons may have no one of the TRACKING...

  • Page 56: Playback On Tv (Or Vcr) With

    Playback Playback on TV (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, you will need an optional audio/video cable such as VH83 shown on page 60. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR...
  • Page 57 PlaYha ck Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly • During playback, use the playback Turn on the TV and tune it to features on pages 51-52. the video input channel. To copy what the camcorder is playing, B.
  • Page 58 PlaYback Playback on a TV Without Audio/Video 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 60. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected...
  • Page 59 Playback Operation 5. Press PLA Y/PAUSE on the camcorder. 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the RF output adapter to channel 3 or 4. • During playback, use the playback 2. Turn on the TV, and tune it to the features described on pages...
  • Page 60 Opt 10nal! ccess0n. We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your compact VHS camcorder. following pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound even better.
  • Page 61 O tional,AcCeSSOries FB1260 and FB120 Rechargeable Using the Optional AC088 Tripod Batteries 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- These rechargeable nickel-cadmium release mount makes it easy to attach or...

  • Page 62: Audio/Video

    Optional Accessories VH54 Cable Transformer 1CVA147C RF Output Adapter 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. This RF output adapter is used with a coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90,...

  • Page 63: Accessory Order Form

    Accessory Order Form Order Form for Camcorder Model ProV700C Part Price Total Qty. Description AC088 $ 39.95 Super Lightweight Tripod $ 39.95 AC20 ! A Soft Camcorder Case AH25 2.95 Y-Adapter CPS91 $ 59.95 AC Battery Charger DCC08 $ 89.95 Car Cord Adapter FB 120 $ 89.95...
  • Page 64 Accessory Order ,Form Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD VISA IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card FN-nFn--ln-nllll My card expires: IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard F-I---I---n r --]---l---n F -7-]---Fq F TT-T-] Cop), Number...
  • Page 65 Accessory _..: ..Order_F0rm _ To 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...

  • Page 66: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's exterior, Caution: Use of strong cleaning remove any power source connected to products, such as those containing the camcorder and gently wipe it with a alcohol or benzine, may damage clean soft cloth.

  • Page 67: Care And Maintenance

    Authorized RCA Camcorder stick to the headwheel and damage Servicenter. headwheel or tape. • Do not use an adapter/charger • Do not aim your camcorder...

  • Page 68: Trouble Checks

    Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Servicenter, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform the simple...
  • Page 69 Trouble Checks ITrouble Checks and Adjustments • Time-counter memory may be on. Whenever an "M" Tape stops during rewind or fast appears with the time-counter display, the camcorder will forward stop rewinding (or fast forwarding) when counter reads M 0:00:00. Press REW or FF again to continue rewinding or fast forwarding,...
  • Page 70 Trouble Chec Trouble Checks and Adjustments Picture recorded • Mode select dial may be turned to special effect mode. Turn the dial to LOCK. See page 31. with special effect Picture recorded • SEPIA ([_) selected with mode select dial. Turn dial to brown tone LOCK.

  • Page 71: Trouble Checks

    Trouble Checks Checks Trouble and Adjustments Bright spots appear • Due to high-precision technology, black spots or bright spots on monitor or areas may appear on LCD monitor. These are not recorded on the of color are not tape. clear •...

  • Page 72: Specifications

    Specifications Tripod Mount General One 1/4" x 20 Threaded Hole Power requirement: 6VDC Power consumption: Video Recorder Section LCD Monitor off, Format: VHS-C Viewfinder on: 5.7 watts Record/Playback System: LCD Monitor Four VideoRecord/Playback Heads Viewfinder off: 7.5 watts One Flying Erase Head Weight: 2.3 lbs.

  • Page 73: Customer Assistance And Service

    Customer Assistance and Service You can reach Thomson at the Thomson provides a toll-free telephone following number: number to help you with any problems you may encounter with your camcorder. 800-283-6503 Many can be diagnosed over the phone, (Toll free inside U.S.A.) and if necessary, a replacement unit can Our toll-free...

  • Page 74: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty 3. Take your unit, including What your warranty covers: accessories, and your evidence • Any defect in materials purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to workmanship. the exchange location and you will be For how long after your purchase: provided...

  • Page 75: Warranty

    Limited Warranty to us. Make sure you insure your To have your Camcorder repaired an Authorized RCA Camcorder shipment in case of damage or loss. Servicenter: Include with the shipment: • Evidence of purchase date, such as a • Check with your dealer or call 1-800-...

  • Page 76: Index (Alphabetical)

    Cassette Adapter ....48-49 Cassette Adapter, Install Battery ..Cassettes, Care and Storage ..Accessories, Included ....Cassette Door ....5,19 Accessories, Optional ..58-63 Cassettes, Inserting and Removing... Accessory, Order Form ..61-63 Cassette Warning ....24-25 Adapter/Charger, Using ..
  • Page 77 --E-- mL-- EDIT SEARCH + and - Buttons .. 11,28 LCD Monitor ..8,9,19,20,22,50 EJECT Button ... 5,9,19,20,50 LCD Monitor Displays ..24-26 LCD Monitor or Viewfinder Electronic Indexing ....Erase Protection ....Playback ....EXP. (Exposure) Indicator ..24,33,38 LENS COVER Control ..

  • Page 78: A Udio/Video In Jacks

    Recording Tips ....Recording, First ....Recording, Making .... 20-21 _-PAUSE Indicator ..... 5,26 Refreshing the Battery .... Pause, Stop-Action ....Registration Card ...Inside Front Cover PLA Y/PA USE RELEASE Mode ....Button ... 8,11,50,51,55,57 REW (Rewind) Button ..8, I 1,28,51,52 Playback .....
  • Page 79 Table of Contents ....Unpacking the Camcorder ..User Information ....Tally Light ..... 8,9,20-21,27 Using Cassette Adapter ..48-49 Tape Copying ....54-55 TAPE END Indicator ... 26,30 Tape Speed Indicators ..6,18,24-25 Tape Time-Remaining Display 24-25,30 VIDEO/A UDIO Jacks ..10,54,56 Things to Avoid ....
  • Page 80 Need Assistance? We want to help! U.S. Consumers: Customer Service 800-336-1900 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Accessories 800-338-0376 • • • • • • • • • • •...

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