Rca ProV714 Manuel d'utilisateur

USER‘SGUIDEProV712/ProV714CAMCORDER8hyo-1 4/8/97, 10:07 AM1

4Camcorder ControlsRear ViewPower Zoom Wide/TelephotoControl Buttons [11]VOLume Control Buttons [14]RECord START/STOP Button(in Camera Mode) [11]Spea

5Powering the Camcorder froman AC Outlet1Slide the battery compartment door releaseand open the battery compartment door asshown.2 Insert the DC cable

6Charging Time and Maximum Time for ContinuousRecording in Camera ModeNotes• The use of the zoom and other functions andoutdoor recording (see page 13

7Inserting and Removingthe Battery PackInserting the Battery Pack1 Slide the battery compartment door releaseon the bottom of the Camcorder in thedire

8Using the Optional SDC100 CarBattery AdapterUse the optional SDC100 car battery adapter whenyou want to power the Camcorder from the cigarettelighter

932Inserting and Removinga CassetteInserting a Cassette1 Slide the release and open the cassettecompartment door.The cassette holder extends automatic

103422Handling the Lens Cap andUsing the Hand StrapAttach the Lens Cap to the Hand Strapand Fit the Hand Strap to Your Hand1 Open the hand strap flap

11Basic OperationsCamera RecordingEasy Camera RecordingYou can watch the subject on the large LCD monitorscreen for easier, more enjoyable video-shoot

12Camera RecordingBasic PostureTips on Recording PositionsThe rotating LCD monitor screen lets you enjoy easyvideo recording in relaxed postures.• You

13Camera RecordingHints for Better ShootingPosition the subject in the center of the screen.Notes• When you are using auto focus, whatever is in thece

iImportant Safety InformationThis symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within theunit that can cause dangerous electric shocks.CAUTION:TO REDU

14RECSTOPFFPLAYREWBATTERY DEW/CLOGNLAMP OFFAUTOFOCUSFRECSTOPFFPLAYREWBATTERY DEW/CLOGNLAMP OFFAUTOFOCUSFRECSTOPFFPLAYREWBATTERY DEW/CLOGNLAMP OFFAUTOF

15Useful Features for Camera RecordingSelf RecordingThe LCD monitor screen can be rotated 180°vertically so that the monitor screen faces thesubject.

16RECSTOPFFPLAYREWBATTERY DEW/CLOGNLAMP OFFAUTOFOCUSFUseful Features for Camera RecordingAuto/Manual FocusAuto FocusThe Camcorder’s Auto Focus feature

17Useful Features for Camera RecordingBacklight Compensation (BLC)and Gain-up (Cat’s Eye)Backlight Compensation (BLC)When the subject is backlit, the

18100,00010,0001,00010010Lighting500 to 100,000 lux of light is best for clear, good-quality recordings. Though recording is possible withless light,

19Connections for Playback on a TVAlthough you can enjoy playback on theCamcorder’s LCD monitor screen, you can alsowatch tape playback on your TV scr

20VCRCAMERAOFFRECSTOPFFPLAYREWBATTERY DEW/CLOGNLAMP OFFAUTOFOCUSFRecording with Another VCRYour Camcorder can be used as the playbacksource deck for d

21 Optional AccessoriesOptional AccessoriesWe invite you to take a look at some great ideas forsparking creativity and adding to the fun of usingyour

22Accessory Order FormTo order accessories, contact your local Dealer.If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order byt

23Accessory Order FormDetach HerePlease complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Model ProV712/ProV714Description Part No.

iiThis Camcorder does not have a PCM recording or playback function. PCM recordingsmade using other VCRs or audio dubbing cannot be played back on thi

24Accessory Order Form®rrsTMCharge your order on your VISA,MasterCard, or Discover Card byfilling in belowUSE YOUR CREDIT CARDIMPORTANT: Copy complete

25• Watch the temperature and humidity.You can use your Camcorder at 0°C to +40°C(32°F to 104°F), and at 30% to 80% relativehumidity. Do not store the

26Battery Pack Consumption• Recording with many starts and stops, frequentzooming, and recording in low temperatures willsomewhat shorten actual recor

27Use and CareUsing Your Camcorder AbroadTelevision system signals and electrical systemvoltages and frequencies vary substantially fromcountry to cou

28Trouble ChecksTroubles sometimes are caused by simple “faults” that you can easily correct without the help of a servicetechnician by first checking

29Customer Assistance and ServiceYou can reach Thomson at the followingnumber:800–283–6503(Toll free inside U.S.A.)Our toll-free Camcorder number oper

30What your warranty covers:• Any defect in materials or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• 90 days for labor charges.• One year for parts

31To receive a replacement unit after we havereceived your unit:1. Write the RA number on the outside of thecarton used to return the unit.Make sure y

32SpecificationsSignal System: NTSC standardRecording System: 2 rotary heads, helical scanning systemCassette: 8 mm video tape, MP typeRecording/Playb

33Lens Cap ... 10Lens Cap Holder ... 4,10Lighting Requirements

iiiIn addition to the careful attention devoted toquality standards in the manufacture of yourvideo product, safety is a major factor in thedesign of

©1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.Trademark(s) ®RegisteredMarca(s) Registrada(s)Printed in JapanPart Number 96-ProV712/ProV714-1TINSE0207TAZZPle

iv12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If anoutside antenna or cable system is connectedto the video product, be sure the antenna orcable system is grounded s

vPlastic bagDEW indicator• “Dew” warning featureIf dew forms, the “DEW” indicator lights, and the powerwill automatically turn off in approximately 10

1Table of ContentsImportant InformationImportant Safety Information ...i-iiImportant Safeguards ...

2This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to theother sections for detailed operation and featu

3Camcorder ControlsFor details on the use of each control, refer to the page number indicated in the brackets.Battery CompartmentDoor [7]Battery Compa