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RCA PROV600 User Manual

RCA PROV600 User Manual

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  • Page 1 camcorder user's guide ProV600...
  • Page 2 Important Safety Information Be sure to read all the safety information before you begin to use this product. 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 voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK shock or personal injury.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    We want to make sure you enjoy your new camcorder. If you have any questions, call: Camcorder Exchange Warranty... 800-283-6503 (pages 54-55) Customer Service .......... 800-336-1900 (page 53) Accessories ..........800-338-0376 (pages 42-47) Safety Information ......Powering Your Camcorder •...
  • Page 4 Playback Recording • Making a Recording ....20-21 • Using the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder ......• Viewing What You are Recording Using the Viewfinder or • Playback Features LCD Monitor • Visual Searching ....... • Using the Viewfinder ....22 •...

  • Page 5: Assistance

    This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder 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 Lens Cap Cord And

    Attach the shoulder strap. Attach lens cap cord and adjust handstrap. • Unfasten one end of the shoulder strap from the buckle. Make sure you leave the buckle on the strap. Press in on the tabs on both sides of the lens cap to remove it. Shoulder Strap Rings Attach the lens cap cord to the lens cap.

  • Page 7: Attach The Adapter/Charger

    IN Jack 100-240V, _ 50/60 Hz _"- "x,_x_ ' N_'__ Jack DC Cable Adapter/ _.._ff-_v__ o.._"_- _ Charger J POWER Indicator Attach the adapter/charger. Since the battery must be charged • Connect the other end of the DC before it can be used the first time, cable to the DC IN jack on the attach the adapter/charger to the...

  • Page 8: Turn On The Camcorder

    Tape Window Beep Indicator VCR/CAM Button (Green) (Red) PUSH Here to Indi_ Indicator Close Compartment EJECT Button Switch Turn on the camcorder. Insert a cassette. • Press the EJECT button to open Slide the POWER switch upward to turn on the camcorder. the cassette compartment.

  • Page 9: Use The Lcd Monitor Or

    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. Eyepiece Focus Control BRIGHT Control Monitor Use the LCD Monitor Use the viewfinder.

  • Page 10: Start And Stop Recording

    VCR (Green) Indicator POWER ;witch START/ STOP DISPLAY BLANK ©® Button Button PLAY Button STOP Button Press REW to rewind the tape. Start and stop recording. Press PLAY to play back the tape • Press and release the REC START/ on the LCD monitor or in the STOP button (thumb trigger) to...

  • Page 11: Review Camcorder's

    11. Review camcorder's operating controls. Zoom Control Eyepiece W = Wide Angle Focus T = Telephoto Control Lens A (Audio), V (Video), and RF Out Jacks Remote Control Sensor Monitor Microphone Battery Compartment Clock (Jell Compartment Shoulder Strap Holder Cassette CAM (Red) VCR (Green) Compartment...

  • Page 12: Review Camcorder's

    11. Review camcorder's operating controls. B (Bright) and F (Focus) Controls (See "Trouble Checks"for (Battery details.) Release) Button Speaker VOLUME Compartment Control BRIGHT Control Monitor DATE Button OPEN BLANK\ Button Button ® DISPLAY (Fast DC IN Jack PLAY Forward) REW (Rewind) Button STOP Button...

  • Page 13: Using The Adapter/Charger To

    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 or recharge the battery.

  • Page 14: Using The Battery To Power

    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 60 minutes. When fully charged, the battery should supply about 50 minutes of operating time (depending...

  • Page 15: Battery

    To AC Wall Outlet 100- Reference Marks 240 Volts, 50/60 _ter/Charger Hold Battery Flush and Slide Button POWER Indicator CHARGE Indictor _Psi_ dow_ _ Ua_i_ry ma_ fail _ff _d _ Charge the Battery 5. Remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

  • Page 16: Battery Level Indicator

    Battery Level Indicator The battery level indicator appears when approximately hall! the battery power is left. This indicator shows you the amount of power in the rechargeable battery. • When there is approximately five minutes of battery power left in the battery, appears.

  • Page 17: Install Lithium Cell

    Install Remote's Lithium Cell The remote's lithium cell is packed separately. Install it in the remote follows: 3. Replace the cell holder in remote pressing in until it clicks into place. Notes: Never place anything heavy on top of the remote control or lay it upside-down.

  • Page 18: Buttons

    Remote Control Buttons A brief description of the remote button's functions is given here. Many of the buttons perform the same function as the corresponding control on the camcorder. The battery must be installed as shown on the previous page. DISPLAy ©©...

  • Page 19: Sensor

    reverse. Release REW to return to Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. normal playback. PLAY Button REC (Record) Button • When the carncorder is in the CAM • When the camcorder is in the VCR mode, press PLAY to begin playback. (camera) mode, press REC to start and stop recording.

  • Page 20: Erase Protection - Safety Tab

    Make sureyou select good quality tapesfor your camcorder. Use of poor quality tapesor tapesthat have beendamagedor mishandled can contaminate the video heads,resulting in a snowy picture or no picture at ;allduring playback. Becausethere is no control over the type of tape purchasedor rentedby consumers,head cleaning is not covered under warranty.

  • Page 21: Insert Or Remove A Cassette

    Insert or Remove a Cassette Safety J Tape Window I_ r_"_ _ 1 EJECT • USH Here to Close Button Compartment _ POWER Switch • Press the EJECT button to open the compartment by pressing on the area cassette compartment. labeled PUSH until it clicks into place.

  • Page 22: Making A Recording

    Making a Recording These steps tell you how to make a recording and suggest using some of the recording features. Each feature is described in detail on the following pages. Viewfinder Eyepiece Focus Control Lens Cap Beep (Camera) Indicator Indicator BRIGHT Control Zoom...
  • Page 23 Attach a power supply. The camcorder will automatically turn off if it remains in record- Attach the adapter/charger or charged pause for three minutes. Slide the battery. POWER switch upward to turn the Remove the lens cap and attach it camcorder back on.

  • Page 24: Lcd Monitor

    Viewing What You Are Recording Using the Viewfinder or LCD Monitor You can watch what you are recording in the black-and-white viewfinder or on the color LCD monitor. Opening the monitor turns off the viewfinder unless the monitor is rotated 130 ° or more. Using the Viewfinder The camcorder's viewfinder is a miniature black-and-white...

  • Page 25: Using The Lcd Monitor

    Using the LCD Monitor The camcorder's LCD monitor is a miniature color monitor that displays picture seen by the camcorder when recording. OPEN Button 1. Press the OPEN button to open the Note: When the monitor is opened, the viewfinder is normally turned off.

  • Page 26: Lcd Monitor And Viewfinder

    LCD Monitor and Viewfinder Displays AE:100 M 0:00:00 TAPE FOCUSLOCK BEEP ON PM 8:30:00 11.18,1997 Displays in LCD Monitor or Viewfinder BEEP ON Indicator Auto Exposure Higher Shutter Speed Indicator (AE:IO0, AE150, or • BEEP ON or BEEP OFF appears AE:250) when you ,turn the beep function or off.

  • Page 27: Displays

    • 88:88 appearswhen the clock's lithium Warnings and Information cell has not been installed or needsto The following warnings with the excep- be replaced. tion of the TAPE indicator cause the • Details are on page 31. camcorder to beep ten times. Focus Indicators (FOCUSLOCK •...

  • Page 28: Flying Erase Head

    VCR/CAM Button in CAM Indicator Lights) Beep Indicator DISPLAY Button REW Button Button STOP in record-pause. Make sure the Flying Erase Head camcorder is in the CAM mode. A separate erase head is mounted • Press and hold REW to visually search the spinning headwheel...

  • Page 29: Microphone

    Butt°n Microphone Beep Feature Microphone The microphone picks up the sound The camcorder has a beep feature that during a recording. It is more sensitive to operates as follows. The beep can be turned on or off. sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed.

  • Page 30: Blank Search

    OISPLAY BLANK Button PLAY @®@ STOP Blank Search Tape-Remaining Display The camcorder will automatically The camcorder will advance through calculate the amount of recording time tape and look for a blank section. This left on the tape in the camcorder during helps you locate the end of the last recorded...

  • Page 31: Zooming

    Zooming You can zoom in and out for close ups or wide-angle shots just by sliding the zoom lever on the camcorder. The camcorder can automatically focus when you zoom at most distances. ZOOM Buttons Zoom Lever DISPLAY ©© COUNTER Using the Zoom Lever To zoom in or out, slide the zoom The zoom level indicator...

  • Page 32: Focusing

    Focusing Under normal conditions, the camcorder can adjust focus automatically on the object located in the center area of the viewfinder. Under certain conditions, you may want to use the focus lock feature. FOCUSLOCK FOCUS LOCK Button Using Focus Lock The focus lock feature is useful when...

  • Page 33: Clock Lithium Cell

    Date/Time Display m Clock Lithium Cell The clock cell indicator 88:88 will flash for a few seconds in the viewfinder when you turn on the camcorder if the clock lithium cell has not been installed or needs to be replaced. Cell (+ Side Facing Up) Clock Cell Holder Slide the clock cell holder with the...

  • Page 34: Set The Time And Date

    Date/Time Display -- Setting the Time and Date The correct date and time must be set before it can be displayed and recorded on your tapes. The clock cell must be installed as shown on the previous page before the date can be set and recorded. 0:00:00 I .

  • Page 35: Record Date Or Date And Time

    To Record the Date or Date and Time on Your Tape The date or date and time can be recorded on your tape. Whenever one of the displays appears, it will be recorded. The camcorder also has an AUTO DATE feature that will record the date at the beginning of the first recording of the day.

  • Page 36: Time Counter

    Time Counter The time-counter display shows the actual time elapsed when recording or playing back a segment of tape. During playback, the memory-stop feature helps locate a certain point on the tape. When memory stop is on, the tape will stop automatically during rewind or fast-forward when the time counter reaches M 0:00:00.

  • Page 37: Recording Tips

    Recording Tips • In case of fire or theft, make a video Be aware of video and audio back- recording of your home and contents grounds. Background details barely store in a safe place. noticed while you are taping may show up as visual "clutter"...

  • Page 38: Or Viewfinder

    Playback Using the LCD Monitor or Viewfinder You can view tapes in color using the LCD monitor or in black-and-white using the viewfinder. The viewfinder will be turned off when you open the monitor. You can hear the sound from the tapes on the built-in speaker when you use the monitor.

  • Page 39: Playback

    Features Playback (_oo_) DISPLAY ©© COUNTER PLAY Button STOP Button REW Button F.FWD Button PAUSE Button Tape Positioning Visual Searching 1. Slide the POWER switch up to turn on 1. During playback or play-pause, press the camcorder. and release F.FWD or REW if you want to search the tape visually in forward...

  • Page 40: A Udio/Video In Jacks

    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 the audio/video cable that came packed with your camcorder. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder to the VCR and watch...
  • Page 41 Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to 4. Press the PLAY button. TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to • During playback, use the playback the video input channel. features on page 37.
  • Page 42 Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video inputs, you will need an optional CRF800 output adapter and an optional coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 VH90 shown on page 43. If your TV has AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks (or is connected to a VCR),...
  • Page 43 Playback Operation Set the CHANNEL 4CH/3CH switch 4. Press the VCR/CAM button to place the camcorder in the play mode. The on the RF output adapter green VCR indicator will light. CHANNEL 4CH or 3CH. 5. Press the PLAY button. 2.

  • Page 44: Optional Accessories

    We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your compact 8mm camcorder. The following pages have a selection of accessories to help make your memorable moments look and sound even better. These accessories are designed to make the process of recording and watching your videos more enjoyable.

  • Page 45: Audio/Video Inputs

    Coaxial RF Cables CRF800 RF Output Adapter VH82 (6-ft) VH90 (12-ft) These RF cables are used with the RF This RF output adapter is used with a coaxial RF cable, such as VH82 or VH90, output adapter to connect your camcorder to a standard TV (one without audio/video...
  • Page 46 Using the Optional AC088 Tripod 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"...

  • Page 47: Accessory Order Form

    Order Form for Camcorder Model ProV600 Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Super Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 39.9:5 Soft Camcorder Case AC201A $ 39.95 Y-Adapter AH25 2.95 Rechargeable Battery (Standard) AV55 $ 49.95 RF Output Adapter CRF800 $ 59.95 DC Cable DCC100 $ 12.95 75-300...
  • Page 48 Charge your order on your VISA,MasterCard, by filling or Discover Card in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card _1""'["_1 I[""["_ Expirationdate:[[_[""_ IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard Copy Number above your name on MasterCard Exp ration date: _ IMPORTANT: Copy complete...
  • Page 49 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 ready and call the toll-free...

  • Page 50: Cleaning The Camcorder

    Cleaning the Camcorder To clean the camcorder's exterior, remove any power source connected to the camcorder and gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth. Cleaning the Camcorder's To clean the camcorder's lens, blow it with a blower brush, and then gently wipe the lens with cleaning tissue and commercially...

  • Page 51: Proper Care And Storage

    Authorized RCA Camcorder • Do not aim your camcorder at the sun Service Center. or other bright objects, Do not use an adapter/charger •...

  • Page 52: Trouble Checks

    Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Camcorder Service Center, look below for the type of trouble you are experiencing. Then perform simple checks and adjustments listed for that trouble.
  • Page 53 Tape stops during Time-counter memory may be on. Whenever an "M" 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 F.FWD again to continue rewinding or fast-forwarding, or press COUNTER MEMORY...
  • Page 54 Date and/or time were • Displays will be recordedon tape wheneverthey appearin the viewfinder. Remove them from recorded on tape viewfinder when recording. See page 33. • When AUTO DATE is selected, ,the date will automatically be recorded when you begin recording or change the cassette.

  • Page 55: Customer Assistance

    Thomson provides a toll-free telephone YoucanreachThomson at the number to help you with any problems following number: may encounter with your camcorder. Many 800-283-6503 can be diagnosed over the phone, and if necessary, repair or replacement will be (Toll free inside U.S.A.) arranged.

  • Page 56: Limited Warranty

    exchange point next business day delivery What your warranty covers: in the continental U.S.A. • Any defect in materials or workmanship. The exchange location will notify you of its arrival. For how long after your purchase: Take your unit, excluding all accessories, •...
  • Page 57 • Check with your dealer or call 1-800-336- insure your shipment in case of damage 1900 for the Authorized RCA Camcorder or loss. Include with the shipment: Service Center nearest you. • Evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale, to verify your unit's •...

  • Page 58: Specifications

    LCD Monitor General 2.5" measured diagonally LDC monitor Power requirement: 5.4 VDC Power consumption: Camera Section Normal: 5.9 watts Image sensor: CCD solid-state type Weight: 1.8 lbs. (800g) (270,000 pixels) Lens: FI.4-2.8 (f=4 to 64mm) Dimensions - Including Viewfinder: 16:1 power zoom lens 8.6"(W)

  • Page 59: Index

    Care and maintenance camcorder cleaning the camcorder viewfinder A (audio) and V (video) jacks 38, storage Accessories things to avoid included Care and storage optional battery order form 45 cassette Adapter/charger Cassette care and storage charging battery Cassette compartment 6, 9, 19, 21, 36 using 5, 11, 21 Cassettes AE (automatic exposure)
  • Page 60 FOCUSLOCK DCcable 5, 11, no cassette DCinjack 5, 10, PAUSE 8, 21, 25 Dew indicator 8, 21, 25 DISPLAY button 10, 16, 26, 27, 41 Displays shutter speed LCD monitor STOP status TAPE viewfinder TAPE END time-remaining 25, 28 6, 8, 36, 37, 39, zoom level 25, 29 EJECT...
  • Page 61 Registration Remote control buttons PAUSE button install cell PAUSE indicator 8, 21, 25 sensor Pause, stop-action Remote sensor PLAY button 8, 10, 17, 21, 36, 39, 41 Remove clock cell Playback REW (rewind) button features 8, 10, 17, 2.0, 21, 26, 27, first REW indicator...
  • Page 62 Things to avoid Thumb trigger 8, 9, 20, 21, 26, 39, 41 Time counter Time-remaining indicator Tips recording traveling Traveling tips Tripod, using Trouble checks Turn on the camcorder Unpack the camcorder and accessories VCR indicator 6, 8, 9, 36, 37, 39, 41 VCRmode 16, 17, 28 VCR/CAM button...
  • Page 64 ,:"_:_ _-:.'.-:._ i'.°: _ :.5 _ 1TIOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 10330 N Meridian Street Indianapolis, 46290 ©1997 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Indonesia TOCOM 15242820 IAG6P1P0368-A ER53/UTHR(0597S Y/SJC)

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