RCA Pro867 Manuel utilisateur

Video Camcorder

Models Pro867/Pro870

Owner’s Manual

Product Registration.......Inside Front Cover

Safety Precautions...................................i-vii

Optional Accessories................................1-7

• Accessory Order Form ............................5-7

First-Time Operation.............................8-15

Remote Control ....................................16-19

Powering Your Camcorder.................20-25

RCA Video Cassettes ...........................26-27

Detailed Recording Steps.....................28-29

Special Features....................................30-31

• Flying Erase Head.....................................30

• Microphone...............................................30

•FULL AUTO OFF/ON Switch..................30

• Edit Search................................................31

• Tally Light................................................31

• Tape Positioning.......................................31

•BACK LIGHT Button................................31

Recording Features

• Date and Time Display........................32-33

• Electronic Viewfinder...............................34

• Fading In and Out of Scenes.....................35

• Focusing Your Camcorder ..................36-37

• Variable Shutter Speeds ......................38-39

• Displays in Viewfinder........................40-43

• Time Counter with Memory Stop

and Time-Remaining..........................44-45

• Zooming (Power and Manual)..................46

• Zooming (Digital)–Pro870 Only ..............47

• Titler....................................................48-49

• Synchro Edit........................................50-51

• Audio/Video Dubbing.........................52-53

• Recording on Camcorder.....................54-55

Recording and Traveling Tips.................56

Attaching the Shoulder Strap...................57

Care and Maintenance..............................58

Playback Features

• Viewfinder Playback ................................59

• Playback on TV (or VCR) with

AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks....................60-61

• Playback on TV without

AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks....................62-63

Trouble Checks.....................................64-66

Design Specifications.................................67

Compact Camcorder Limited Warranty 68

Index (Alphabetical).............................69-71

Video Camcorder

Owner’s Manual

Models Pro867

Pro870

Product Registration.......Inside Front Cover

Safety Precautions...................................i-vii

Optional Accessories................................1-7

• Accessory Order Form ............................5-7

First-Time Operation.............................8-15

Remote Control ....................................16-19

Powering Your Camcorder.................20-25

RCA Video Cassettes ...........................26-27

Detailed Recording Steps.....................28-29

Special Features....................................30-31

• Flying Erase Head.....................................30

• Microphone...............................................30

•FULL AUTO OFF/ON Switch..................30

• Edit Search................................................31

• Quick Review ...........................................31

• Tally Light................................................31

• Tape Positioning.......................................31

•BACK LIGHT Button................................31

Recording Features

• Date and Time Display........................32-33

• Electronic Viewfinder...............................34

• Fading In and Out of Scenes.....................35

• Focusing Your Camcorder ..................36-37

• Variable Shutter Speeds ......................38-39

• Displays in Viewfinder........................40-43

• Time Counter with Memory Stop

and Time-Remaining..........................44-45

• Zooming ..............................................46-47

• 16 x 9 Mode (Pro870 Only)......................47

• Titler....................................................48-49

• Synchro Edit........................................50-51

• Audio/Video Dubbing.........................52-53

• Recording on Camcorder.....................54-55

Recording and Traveling Tips.................56

Attaching the Shoulder Strap...................57

Removing the Lens Hood..........................57

Care and Maintenance..............................58

Playback Features

• Viewfinder Playback ................................59

• Playback on TV (or VCR) with

AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks....................60-61

• Playback on TV without

AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks....................62-63

Trouble Checks.....................................64-66

Design Specifications.................................67

Limited Warranty .....................................68

Index (Alphabetical).............................69-71

Product Registration

Mail Your Registration Card Today

A Product Registration Card is packed

with your camcorder. Please fill out the

card and return it immediately.

Your prompt submission of this card

confirms your right to the protection

available under the terms and conditions

of the warranty and also allows us to

contact you should it ever become

necessary.

With your card on file, we can also help

you in the event of loss or theft by

verifying your ownership.

If you did not receive a Product

Registration Card, please contact your

dealer.

Attach Sales Receipt Here and File

For Future Reference

To obtain warranty parts and service, you

must show your sales receipt (or other

evidence of purchase) to your Authorized

RCA Compact Camcorder Servicenter.

Tape or staple your sales receipt to this

manual so you will have it handy should

service ever be needed. Do not mail your

sales receipt to us. File it at home with

your owner’s manual for future reference.

Record Vital Information Here.

No other RCA camcorder has the same

serial number as yours. You will find the

serial number and model number on the

bottom of your camcorder.

Make sure both numbers are recorded

below so that you will have them in case

your camcorder is stolen or you need a

complete description for identification.

Model No. Pro867 or Pro870

Serial No.

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

____________________ ________

__ ________________ ___

Your video camcorder’s AC adapter/charger will operate on 100-240 volts AC, 50/60 Hz, and

has a polarized plug. Because one blade of the plug is wider than the other, the plug fits in the

wall socket only one way. Do not defeat the safety feature of this plug. If you need an

extension cord, use a polarized extension cord.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO

WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATENTION: POUR E´VITER LES CHOCS E´LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA

LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE

LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.IF YOU

SPILL LIQUID ON THE CAMCORDER OR 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.

Caution: Read “Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger” on the next page

before using the AC adapter/charger.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline-operated equipment or accessories

connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the

accessories themselves and should not have been modified so as to defeat the safety features.

This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact

qualified service personnel.

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose camcorder or

AC adapter/charger to rain or moisture.

Caution: Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location

to a warm location. Give the camcorder 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach a stable temperature before

inserting a video cassette. When moved from a cold area to a warm location, moisture may

condense on the head drum inside the machine. This moisture could cause the tape to stick to

the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

The symbol of a lightning flash

within a triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of

uninsulated “dangerous voltage”

within the product’s enclosure

and which may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of

electric shock.

An exclamation point within a

triangle is intended to alert the

user to the presence of important

operating and maintenance

(service) instructions in the

literature accompanying the

product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

MISE EN GARDE

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

iii

Before using the AC adapter/charger,

read all instructions and cautionary

markings on (1) AC adapter/charger,

(2) battery, and (3) product using battery.

Caution: To reduce risk of injury,

charge only rechargeable batteries type

BB060, or BB120. Other types of

batteries may burst causing personal

injury and damage.

Do not expose the adapter/charger to

moisture of any kind.

Use of an attachment not recommended

or sold by the battery charger

manufacturer may result in a risk of fire,

electric shock, or injury to persons.

To reduce risk of damage to electric plug

and cord, pull out the cord with the plug

rather than the cord when disconnecting

the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.

Make sure the cord is located so that it

will not be stepped on, tripped over, or

otherwise subjected to damage or stress.

Use of an improper extension cord could

result in a risk of fire and electric shock.

If an extension cord must be used, make

sure that:

1. Pins on the plug of the extension cord

are the same number, size, and shape

as those of the plug on the

adapter/charger.

2. Extension cord is properly wired and

in good electrical condition, and

3. Wire size below is met:

Minimum Length of Extension

AWG Size Cord (Feet)

18 Equal to or less

than 100

16 Equal to or less

than 150

Do not operate adapter/charger with a

damaged cord or plug. Replace it

immediately.

Do not operate adapter/charger if it has

received a sharp blow, been dropped, or

otherwise damaged in any way. Take it

to a qualified serviceman.

Do not disassemble charger. Take it to

an Authorized RCA Compact Camcorder

Servicenter when service or repair is

required. Incorrect reassembly may

result in a risk of electric shock.

To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug

charger from outlet before attempting any

maintenance or cleaning.

Be sure to save these operating

instructions for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may

void the user’s authority to operate.

Caution: The unauthorized recording of televisions programs and other materials may

infringe the rights of others.

Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger

In addition to the careful attention

devoted to quality standards in the

manufacture of your video product,

safety is a major factor in the design

of every instrument. However, safety

is your responsibility too.

These pages list important

information that will help to assure

your enjoyment and proper use of a

camcorder, adapter/charger, and

accessory equipment. Please read

them carefully before operating your

video products.

Installation

1. Read and Follow Instructions—

All the safety and

operating instruc-

tions should be read

before the video

product is operated.

Follow all operating

instructions.

2. Retain Instructions—The safety and

operating instructions should be

retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings—Comply with all

warnings on the video product and in

the operating instructions.

4. Polarization—This video product is

equipped with a polarized alternating-

current line plug (a plug having one

blade wider than the other). This plug

will fit into the power outlet only one

way. This is a safety feature. If you

are unable to insert the plug fully into

the outlet, try reversing the plug. If

the plug still fails to fit, contact your

electrician to replace your obsolete

outlet. To prevent electric shock, do

not use this polarized plug with an

extension cord, receptacle, or other

outlet unless the blades can be fully

inserted without blade exposure. If

you need an extension cord, use one

with a polarized plug.

5. Power Sources—This video product

should be operated only from the type

of power source indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure of

the type of power supply to your

home, consult your video dealer or

local power company. For video

products intended to operate from

battery power, or other sources, refer

to the operating instructions.

6. Overloading—Do not overload wall

outlets or extension cords as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Overloaded AC outlets, extension

cords, frayed power cords, damaged

or cracked wire

insulation, and

broken plugs are

dangerous. They

may result in a

shock or fire

hazard.

Periodically

examine the cord, and if its

appearance indicates damage or

deteriorated insulation, have it

replaced by your service technician.

7. Power-Cord Protection—Power-

supply cords should be routed so that

they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or

against them, paying particular

attention to cords at plugs,

convenience receptacles, and the point

where they exit from the video

product.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

8. Ventilation—Slots and openings in

the video products are provided for

ventilation to ensure reliable

operation of the video product and to

protect them from overheating.

These openings must not be blocked

or covered. The openings should

never be blocked by placing the

video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or

other similar surface. This video

product should never be placed near

or over a radiator or heat register.

This video product should not be

placed in a built-in installation such

as a bookcase or rack unless proper

ventilation is provided or the video

product manufacturer’s instructions

have been followed.

9. Attachments—Do not use

attachments unless recommended by

the video product manufacturer as

they may cause hazards.

10. Water and Moisture—Do not use

this video product near water—for

example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet

basement, or near a swimming pool

and the like.

11. Accessories—Do not place this

video product on an unstable cart,

stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The

video product may fall, causing

serious injury to a child or adult as

well as serious damage to the video

product. Use this video product only

with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

table recommended by the

manufacturer or sold with the video

product. Any mounting of the

product should follow the

manufacturer’s instructions and use

a mounting accessory recommended

by the manufacturer.

11AA video product and cart

combination should be moved with

care. Quick stops, excessive force,

and uneven surfaces may cause the

video product and cart combination

to overturn.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (continued)

Caution: Maintain electrical

safety. Powerline operated

equipment or accessories connected

to this unit should bear the UL

listing mark or CSA certification

mark on the accessory itself and

should not be modified so as to

defeat the safety features. This will

help avoid any potential hazard

from electrical shock or fire. If in

doubt, contact qualified service

personnel. (continued on next page)

12. Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If

an outside antenna or cable system is

connected to the video product, be

sure the antenna or cable system is

grounded so as to provide some

protection against voltage surges and

built-up static charges. Section 810

of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984 (Section

54 of Canadian Electrical Code,

Part 1) provides information with

respect to proper grounding of the

mast and supporting structure,

grounding of the lead-in wire to an

antenna-discharge unit, size of

grounding conductors, location of

antenna-discharge unit, connection

to grounding electrodes, and

requirements for the grounding

electrode. See example below.

Example of Antenna Grounding

13. Power Lines—An outside antenna

system should not be located in the

vicinity of overhead power lines,

other electric light or power circuits,

or where it can fall into such power

lines or circuits. When installing an

outside antenna system, extreme

care should be taken to keep from

touching or approaching such power

lines or circuits as contact with them

might be fatal. Installing an outdoor

antenna can be hazardous and should

be left to a professional antenna

installer.

Use

14. Cleaning—Unplug this video

product from the wall outlet before

cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners

or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp

cloth for cleaning.

15. Object and Liquid Entry—Never

push objects of any kind into this

video product through openings as

they may touch dangerous voltage

points or “short-out” parts that could

result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the

video product.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (continued)

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

ELECTRIC SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

vii

16. Lightning—For added protection

for this video product during a

lightning storm, or when it is left

unattended and unused for long

periods of time, unplug it from the

wall outlet and disconnect the

antenna or cable system. This will

prevent damage to the video product

due to lightning and power line

surges.

Service

17. Servicing—Do not attempt to

service this video product yourself

as opening or removing covers may

expose you to dangerous voltage or

other hazards. Refer all servicing to

qualified service personnel.

18. Conditions Requiring Service—

Unplug this video product from the

wall outlet and refer servicing to

qualified service personnel under the

following conditions.

A.When the power-supply cord or

plug is damaged.

B. If liquid has been spilled, or

objects have fallen into the video

product.

C. If the video product has been

exposed to rain or water.

D.If the video product does not

operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust

only those controls that are

covered by the operating

instructions. Improper

adjustment of other controls may

result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a

qualified technician to restore the

video product to its normal

operation.

E. If the video product has been

dropped or the case has been

damaged.

F. When the video product exhibits a

distinct change in performance—

this indicates a need for service.

19. Replacement Parts—When

replacement parts are required, have

the service technician verify that the

replacements he uses have the same

safety characteristics as the original

parts. Use of replacements specified

by the video product manufacturer

can prevent fire, electric shock, or

other hazards.

20. Safety Check—Upon completion of

any service or repairs to this video

product, ask the service technician to

perform safety checks recommended

by the manufacturer to determine

that the video product is in safe

operating condition.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Optional Accessories

We invite you to take a look at some

great ideas for sparking creativity and

adding to the fun of using your 8mm

camcorder. These 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.

To order accessories, contact your

local Dealer.

If a dealer is not nearby, all accessories

are available through toll-free ordering or

by using the order form on page 5.

AC036 Monopod

This monopod gives a flexible alternative

to using a traditional tripod. Its rugged

compact design provides excellent

stability. It is ideal for all camcorder

sizes and photo cameras. It has a quick-

release shoe, three-section leg, handstrap,

foot step and weighs only 35 ounces.

AC025A Soft Carrying Case

Custom compact soft case designed

especially to provide protection and utility

for your RCA 8mm 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.

ACB065 Carrying Case

This carrying case is designed to fit your

8mm camcorder and carry an extra

battery or tape. This durable nylon

carrying case can be carried around your

waist or over your shoulder.

All specifications and descriptions of

accessories are subject to change

without notice.

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