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RCA Pro807 Owner's Manual

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C A M C O R D E R
Video Camcorder
Model Pro807
Owner's Manual
8
Product Registration..............Inside Front Cover
Safety Precautions...........................................1-3
Optional Accessories .......................................4-7
• Accessory Order Form ...................................5-6
Using an Optional Tripod..................................7
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First-Time Operation....................................8-13
Remote Control ...........................................14-15
Powering Your Camcorder ........................16-19
RCA Video Cassettes .......................................20
Special Features
• Camera Edit .....................................................21
• Quick Review ..................................................21
• Flying Erase Head ...........................................21
• Earphone Jack..................................................21
• AUTO LOCK Switch .......................................21
• Tape Positioning..............................................21
• Microphone......................................................21
• Tally Light .......................................................21
Recording Features
• Date and Time Display...............................22-23
• Electronic Viewfinder .....................................23
• Displays in Viewfinder ..............................24-25
• Power Zooming ...............................................25
• Focusing Your Camcorder ..............................26
• Preset Program Modes.....................................27
• Time Counter with Memory Stop....................28
Recording and Traveling Tips ........................29
Care and Maintenance.....................................30
Playback Features
• Viewfinder Playback .......................................31
• Playback on TV ( or VCR) Using
Antenna Connections ................................32-33
• Playback on TV (or VCR) Using
AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks ..........................34-35
Trouble Checks ...........................................36-37
Design Specifications........................................38
Limited Warranty ............................................39
Index (Alphabetical) ...................................40-41

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  • Page 1 ® First-Time Operation........8-13 Remote Control ...........14-15 C A M C O R D E R Powering Your Camcorder ......16-19 Video Camcorder RCA Video Cassettes ........20 Model Pro807 Special Features Owner’s Manual • Camera Edit .............21 • Quick Review ..........21 • Flying Erase Head ...........21 •...

  • Page 2: Product Registration

    Please fill out the card and return it Record Vital Information Here. immediately. No other RCA camcorder has the same serial Your prompt submission of this card confirms your right to the protection available under the terms and number as yours. You will find the serial number conditions of the warranty and also allows us to and model number on the bottom of your camcorder.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    If you spill liquid on the camcorder or AC adapter/charger, disconnect the AC adapter/charger’s power cord to prevent possible fire or shock hazard and consult authorized service personnel. Moisture can damage internal parts. Refer all service to Authorized RCA Compact Camcorder Servicenter personnel only.

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality against them, paying particular attention to standards in the manufacture of your video product, cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the safety is a major factor in the design of every instru- point where they exit from the video product.
  • Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (continued) 12. Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If an outside 16. Lightning—For added protection for this video antenna or cable system is connected to the product during a lightning storm, or when it is video product, be sure the antenna or cable left unattended and unused for long periods of system is grounded so as to provide some time, unplug it from the wall outlet and...

  • Page 6: Optional Accessories

    24-volt or 12-volt battery to a 6-volt output. 193983 Cable Transformer The 193983 is used to Caution: Do not use any other RCA car cord with connect a standard 300- this camcorder. It may damage the camcorder. ohm antenna twin-lead to a...
  • Page 7 Optional Accessories Accessory Order Form VCC1000 Video Color Control Order Form for Pro807 Center Description Part No. Price Qty. Tota Soft Camcorder Case AC025A $ 59.95 Super Lightweight Tripod AC035 $ 69.95 Gold-Tipped Audio/Video Cable (3-ft.) AH069G $ 5.99 Gold-Tipped Audio/Video Cable (5-ft.) AH070G $ 7.99...

  • Page 8: Accessory Order Form

    Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.) to the following address: Prices are subject to change without notice. Print or type your name and PLEASE RCA Video Accessories address clearly. This will be your PO Box 8419 mailing label. Ronks, PA 17573 Print or type your name and PLEASE address clearly.

  • Page 9: Using An Optional Tripod

    Optional Tripod AC035 Super Lightweight Tripod Using an Optional Tripod Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, such as This tripod’s fluid-effect head provides smooth AC035 will keep the camcorder steady and camera pan and tilt. The quick-release mount makes produce excellent video results. it easy to attach or remove the camcorder.

  • Page 10: First-Time Operation

    First-Time Operation Thank you for choosing an RCA camcorder. If you should experience a problem, always refer first to “Trouble Checks” on pages 36-37. Many You have selected a precision-engineered times a simple solution is all that is needed, and it camcorder designed to give you years of could save you a costly service call.

  • Page 11: Attach The Shoulder Strap

    First-Time Operation (continued) 2. Attach a power supply to the camcorder. 3. Remove the lens cap and attach it to the lens cap holder on the camcorder. Attach a power supply to the camcorder–either the adapter/charger or charged battery. Adapter/Charger Attach to Pull on tab to lens cap...

  • Page 12: Adjust The Hand Strap

    First-Time Operation (continued) 5. Adjust the hand strap. 8. Insert a cassette in the camcorder. Adjust the hand strap so it is snug around your Cassette hand when you place your thumb on the thumb OPEN Button Compartment trigger and your middle and index fingers on the Cover power zoom buttons.

  • Page 13: Start And Stop Recording

    First-Time Operation (continued) Electronic Viewfinder in Operating POWER (CAM/OFF/PLAY) Switch Position (PULL out here ) Tally Light Eyepiece Focus Control REW (Rewind) Button OPEN Button PLAY Button AUTO LOCK Switch EJECT Button STOP Button Lens Cap (located under the on Strap cassette compart- ment cover) Earphone...

  • Page 14: Operating Controls

    First-Time Operation (continued) 13. Review all of the camcorder’s operating controls. The page number(s) where detailed information on each control can be found are listed for your convenience. Eyepiece Focus Control (pages 10-11, 23) Power Zoom Buttons (W and T) (page 25) POWER (CAM (camera)/OFF/PLAY) Switch (pages 10-11)
  • Page 15 First-Time Operation (continued) ADJ. (Adjust) Button (pages 22-23) DATE/TIME Button (pages 22-23, 25) Cassette Compartment COUNTER RES. (Reset) and Cover MEM (Memory) Buttons (pages 10, 20) (pages 24-25, 28) OPEN Button (page 10, 20) EJECT Button (Located under the cassette compartment cover) Lens Cap (pages 10-11, 20)

  • Page 16: Remote Control

    Remote Control Sensor The remote control operates the camcorder by Note: An RCA VCR that is set to respond to the VCR 2 infrared light, so it is protected from electrical and button on the VCR’s remote control may respond to sound interference.
  • Page 17 Remote Control (continued) Location and Function of the Remote Control 5 STOP Button Buttons (continued) • Press this button when the camcorder’s POWER 1 RECORD START/STOP Button (Same as switch is in the PLAY position to stop playback, Thumb Trigger on Camcorder) rewind, or fast forwarding.

  • Page 18: Powering Your Camcorder

    You may need a plug adapter in some countries. Consult your RCA dealer. Be sure to purchase the plug adapter before traveling. The adapter can be hard to find in foreign countries.

  • Page 19: Using The Battery To Power Your Camcorder

    Powering Your Camcorder (continued) Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder The battery must be charged before it can be used the When using the battery to power the camcorder, first time. Initial charging will take approximately place the ON/POWER SAVE lever in the POWER one hour.

  • Page 20: Battery Safety Precautions

    After repeated chargings and use, the operation time battery. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. will gradually decrease. When operation time Use the battery only with specified RCA becomes too short to be useful, it is time to replace adapter/chargers and camcorders.
  • Page 21 6-volt output. The DCC05 can also charge electrical systems. the battery that came with your camcorder and Do not use any other RCA car cord with this the AV8MM (long play) battery. camcorder. Other RCA car cords may damage Consult the installation and operating your camcorder.

  • Page 22: Rca Video Cassettes

    RCA Video Cassettes Inserting and Removing Cassettes We recommend that RCA cassettes be used with your camcorder. The tape in these cassettes is of high-quality formulation. It has been manufactured to our critical specifications for excellent OPEN Button performance. Use of tape not meeting these...

  • Page 23: Special Features

    Special Features Earphone Jack (Located on the side of the camcorder) POWER Switch Microphone Tally Light REW (Rewind) Button F.FWD. (Fast Forward) Button AUTO LOCK Switch Camera Edit AUTO LOCK Switch The camera edit feature allows you to use the When the AUTO LOCK switch is in the AUTO F.FWD.

  • Page 24: Date And Time Display

    Date and Time Display Installing the Battery for Time and Date Setting the Time and Date Display in the Display Viewfinder The time and date (or only the date) can be recorded on your tape. Whenever one of the displays appear in the viewfinder, it will be recorded on the tape.

  • Page 25: Electronic Viewfinder

    Date and Time Display (continued) Recording Date and TIme (or Date) on Your Tape 5. Then, press the ADJ. button. The flashing cursor If you see the date and time (or date) display in the will move to the next part of the display. viewfinder while you are recording, it will be 6.

  • Page 26: Displays In Viewfinder

    Displays in Viewfinder LP Display Time Counter with REC LP M 1:00:00 Status Displays Memory Stop Preset Program Manual Focus Mode Indicators (MF,+, and –) (Sports, Auto Indicators High-Speed Shutter, Close- up, Low- Light, Cassette and Flickerless) Indicator Battery Warning Dew, TAPE, and TAPE END Indicators...

  • Page 27: Power Zooming

    Displays Power Zooming (continued) Time Counter with Memory Stop • Press the COUNTER RES. (reset) button to Power Zoom Buttons reset the counter to “0:00:00” when you start T=Telephoto recording or playing back a tape. W=Wide Angle • Press the COUNTER MEM (memory) button to turn on the time counter’s memory-stop feature.

  • Page 28: Focusing Your Camcorder

    Focusing Your Camcorder AUTO LOCK Switch MANUAL FOCUS + and – FOCUS ON/OFF Button Button Auto Focus Manual Focus Under certain conditions, such as those listed, you If you want the camcorder to focus for you may need to focus manually. automatically, set the AUTO LOCK switch to the AUTO LOCK position.

  • Page 29: Preset Program Modes

    Preset Program Modes The camcorder has several preset program modes which allow you to select a mode that fits your Display in particular recording situation. The camcorder will Viewfinder with the Sports mode selected automatically set shutter speed, white balance, and iris.

  • Page 30: Time Counter With Memory Stop

    Time Counter with Memory Stop COUNTER MEM (Memory) Button COUNTER RES. (Reset) Button RECORD STOP START STOP PLAY F.FWD SCENE SEARCH – STILL DISPLAY COUNTER RESET MEMORY COUNTER COUNTER RESET MEMORY Button Button 2. Locate the place on the tape you want to return to Time Counter and press the COUNTER RES.

  • Page 31: Camcorder Recording Tips

    • Try to make sure indoor scenes are well-lit. This countries. Consult your RCA dealer for advice. improves picture quality and color reproduction. • Use extra care to avoid damage to your camcorder •...

  • Page 32: Care And Maintenance

    • Before handling your camcorder, make sure your recording/playback heads and cassettes. hands and face are free from any chemical • We recommend RCA video cassettes be used with products such as suntan lotion, as it may damage this camcorder. These cassettes have been the finish.

  • Page 33: Viewfinder Playback

    Viewfinder Playback EJECT Button (Located under Earphone Jack (Located on side) cassette compartment cover) POWER (CAM/ OFF/PLAY) Switch REW (Rewind) Button Still Button F.FWD Button PLAY Button STOP Button • During playback, press and hold the F.FWD (fast Viewfinder playback is the simplest way to watch forward) or REW (rewind) button if you want to tapes using the camcorder.

  • Page 34: Installation

    Playback on a TV (or VCR) Using the Antenna Connection To connect your camcorder to a TV using the antenna connection, you will need the RF output The unauthorized recording of television adapter and coaxial RF cable that came packed with programs and other recorded material your camcorder.
  • Page 35 Playback on a TV Using the Antenna Connection (continued) Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes Viewing What the Camcorder Is Recording on the VCR 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on 1. Set the CHANNEL 4CH/3CH switch on the RF the TV and tune it to channel 3 or 4.

  • Page 36: Playback On Tv (Or Vcr) Using Audio/Video In Jacks

    Playback on TV (or VCR) Using AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) using AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, you will need The unauthorized recording of television optional audio/video cables. If your TV is already programs and other recorded material may connected to a VCR, you can attach the camcorder infringe the rights of others.

  • Page 37: Playback On Tv (Or Vcr)

    Playback on TV (or VCR) (continued) Playback Operation and How to Copy Viewing What the Camcorder is Seeing Tapes on the VCR (or Recording) 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV monitor: 1. A. Camcorder connected directly to TV: Turn on Turn on the TV and tune it to the video input the TV, and tune it to the video input channel.

  • Page 38: Trouble Checks

    If service should be necessary, the warranty information lists what your warranty covers and Before you call or take your camcorder to an Authorized RCA Compact Camcorder Servicenter, explains how to get service. Trouble Checks and Adjustments No power •...
  • Page 39 Trouble Checks (continued) Trouble Checks and Adjustments • Make sure AUTO LOCK switch is in the AUTO LOCK position. Poor auto-focus operation • Scene is dark. Auto-focus may not work under this condition. See page 26 for details on manual focus. •...

  • Page 40: Design Specifications

    Design Specifications General This digital apparatus does not exceed the class B Power requirement: 6VDC limits for radio noise emissions from digital Power consumption: 5.8 watts (normal) apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Weight: 1.7 lbs. (780g) Regulations of the Canadian Department of Dimensions: 4-3/5"(W) x 4-3/5"(H) x 10-1/5"(L) Communications.

  • Page 41: Compact Camcorder Limited Warranty

    How state law relates to this warranty: How you get service: • This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and • Check with your RCA Dealer or call you also may have other rights that vary from state 1-800-336-1900 for the Authorized RCA Compact to state.
  • Page 42 Index Accessories, Included ..........8 Date and Time, Setting ........22-23 Accessories, Optional ..........4-7 DATE/TIME Button.......13,22-23,25 Accessory Shoe.............12 DC Car Cord, Optional .........19 Accessory, Order Form........5-6 DC IN 6.5V Jack .........13,16,19 Adapter/Charger, Safety DC Power Cord..........8,16 Instructions .......Inside Front Cover Design Specifications..........38 Adapter/Charger, Using ........16 Dew Indicator...........10,24 ADJ.
  • Page 43 Product Registration ....Inside Front Cover Tape Positioning ...........21 Program Preset Modes ........24,27 Things to Avoid ............30 Quick Review............21 Thumb Trigger ..........11,13 RCA Video Cassettes........20,30 Tilt Adjustment, Viewfinder.........23 REC Display............24 Time and Date Display ........22-23 REC START/STOP Button (Thumb Trigger)...11,13 Time and Date, Recording ........23 RECORD START/STOP Button.......14-15...
  • Page 44 Service des données techniques 6540 Tomken Rd Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5T 2E9 Thomson Consumer Electronics 600 N Sherman Dr, PO Box 1976 Indianapolis, IN 46206 © 1992 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Japan Part Number 92-Pro807-1...

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