PRO 847 Camcorder
(160-0865) Power / Batteries Faxback Doc. # 34696
Powering Your Camcorder
Using the AC Adapter to Power Your Camcorder
The adapter lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household
power. It operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually
anywhere in the world to power the camcorder.
Attach the AC Adapter
1. Press the PUSH button to open the battery compartment. Carefully open
the compartment fully.
2. Insert the small plug on the AC adapter in the DC IN jack on the
camcorder.
3. Close the battery compartment. Press the PUSH button to lock the
battery compartment shut.
4. Plug the AC adapter's power cord into an operating outlet.
Remove the AC Adapter
1. Unplug the adapter from the wall outlet.
2. Open the battery compartment and remove the plug from the DC IN jack.
Using Optional AC Plug Adapter
An optional plug adapter may be required in some countries.
1. Plug the adapter's plug into the AC plug adapter.
2. Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet.
Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your Camcorder
The battery must be charged as described below before it can be used the
first time. Initial charging will take approximately 12 hours for the
234329 battery, and approximately 16 hours for the 234330 battery. When
fully charged, the 234329 battery (model Pro842) should supply about 60
minutes of operating time and the 234330 battery (models Pro847 and Pro848)
should supply about 65 minutes of operating time (depending on how much you
use zoom and pause and load and unload cassettes).
NOTE: The small marker switch on top of the 234330 battery is for use as a
personal reminder to help you remember to recharge the battery. It
has no other function.
Battery Safety Precautions
Do not short the battery's terminals.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery. There are no user
serviceable parts inside.
Use the battery only with specified adapter/chargers and camcorders.
Throwing the battery into a fire or exposing it to excessive heat - over
149 degrees F (65 degrees C) could be hazardous.
Install the Battery
1. Press the PUSH button to open the battery compartment. Carefully open
the compartment fully.
2. Insert the battery sideways and snap into place.
3. Close the battery compartment. Press the PUSH button to lock the
battery compartment shut.
Remove the Battery
1. Press the PUSH button to open the battery compartment. Carefully open
the compartment fully.
2. Slide the battery towards the back of the camcorder and lift out.
3. Close the battery compartment. Press the PUSH button to lock the
battery compartment shut.
ATTENTION: The RBRC seal on the battery used in your Thomson Consumer
Electronics product indicates that we are participating in a
program to collect and recycle Nickel Cadmium batteries
throughout the United States. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY for
information or contact your local recycling center.
Using the Rechargeable Battery to Power Your Camcorder
The battery must be installed as described above before it can be charged.
Charge the Battery
1. Install the battery as described above.
2. Insert the small plug on the AC adapter in the DC IN jack on the
camcorder.
3. Plug the AC adapter into an operating AC outlet.
4. Slide the POWER switch down into the CHARGE position. The CHARGE
indicator will light and the battery will begin charging.
5. The 234329 battery (model Pro842) takes approximately 12 hours to
charge, and the 234330 battery (models Pro847 and Pro848) takes
approximately 16 hours to charge.
6. When the CHARGE indicator starts flashing, make sure to unplug the
adapter from the wall outlet and the camcorder.
NOTES: After approximately 16 hours, the CHARGE indicator will begin
flashing to remind you that the battery is charged. Your battery
may be charged before the CHARGE indicator starts flashing.
The CHARGE indicator will start flashing approximately 16 hours
after the POWER switch is placed in CHARGE even if no battery is
being charged.
Do not charge other models of batteries with the camcorder.
Battery Level Indicator
The battery level indicator appears in the viewfinder when approximately
half the battery power is left. This indicator shows you the amount of
power in the battery.
As the power is used (battery symbol), (battery symbol), and (battery
symbol) appear.
Nickel Cadmium Battery Care and Storage
Do not store a battery pack where it can reach high temperature.
Remove the battery from the camcorder when it is not in use to prolong the
battery life.
Recharge the battery just before it is used. If the battery is recharged
and not used, it will slowly lose its charge.
Make sure to exhaust the charge of the battery pack completely when
recording. If the battery pack is recharged when the previous charge is not
completely exhausted, the charge time gradually decreases.
Charge the battery within a temperature range of 50 degrees F to 86 degrees
F (10 degrees C to 30 degrees C) to prevent damage.
After repeated charging and use, the operation time decreases gradually.
When the operation time becomes too short to be useful, it is time to
replace the battery.
When there is approximately five minutes of battery power left in the
battery, (battery symbol) appears in the viewfinder. The camcorder will
turn off automatically after a few minutes. Slide the POWER switch upward
to turn off the camcorder before replacing the battery.
The battery level indicator will not be recorded on the tape when it
appears in the viewfinder.
The operating time of the battery may be shorter than normal even after a
full charge:
If it is used for the first time.
The operating time is restored to its original level after the battery
has been used two or three times (completely discharged and recharged).
If it is used in low temperatures.
If it is discharged completely and stored for a long period (more than
three months).
If it is stored in temperatures above 104 degrees F (40 degrees C).
If the record-pause mode is used frequently.
If excessively loading and unloading cassettes.
Using Optional Alkaline "AA" Batteries
You can power the camcorder with six alkaline dry-cell "AA" batteries.
Install the Alkaline Batteries
1. Press the PUSH button to open the battery compartment. Carefully open
the compartment fully.
2. Insert six alkaline batteries into the compartment matching the
polarities (+ and -) on the batteries to the polarities shown in the
battery compartment.
3. Close the battery compartment. Press the PUSH button to lock the
battery compartment shut.
NOTES: The camcorder may not operate properly in cold temperatures below
50 degrees F (10 degrees C).
The camcorder and battery level indicator may not operate properly
when the batteries need to be replaced.
Remove the batteries if you will not be using the camcorder for a
long period of time to extend the useful life of the batteries.
Safety Precautions When Using Alkaline Batteries
Do not short, disassemble, heat, or throw the batteries into a fire.
Do not recharge the batteries or short the battery terminals.
Do not short the battery terminals for the nickel cadmium battery.
Batteries become warm during and after use. Use caution when removing them.
Use "AA" alkaline batteries only during their recommended lifetime.
Remove at least one battery if you will not be using the camcorder for a
long period of time to extend the useful life of the batteries.
Do not use manganese batteries to power the camcorder.
To reduce the risk of battery leakage or an explosion:
Make sure the battery is inserted with correct polarity.
Remove the batteries from the camcorder before storing it.
Do not use old and new batteries at the same time.
If the batteries leak, remove the batteries and carefully wipe up the
fluid.
Keep the terminals clean. Use a dry cloth to wipe any dirt off the
terminals.
Using the Optional AC Adapter/Charger
The optional CPS801C AC adapter/charger will power the camcorder and charge
your rechargeable nickel cadmium battery.
CAUTION: When a battery is attached to the adapter/charger, do not turn
them upside down. The battery may fall off and be damaged or
cause injury.
Charging and Refreshing Rechargeable Battery
The battery pack provides longer operation time if it is refreshed
(completely discharged) before every charging. Refreshing takes approxi-
mately 3 1/2 hours.
Charge the Battery
1. Plug adapter/charger into an AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60 Hz). The POWER
indicator lights.
2. Align the reference marks on the battery with marks on the adapter/
charger and slide the battery in the direction of the arrow until it
locks. The CHARGE indicator lights while battery is charging.
3. Remove the battery when the CHARGE indicator turns off.
NOTES: Make sure AC power cord is removed from the outlet when finished.
If the CHARGE indicator flashes rapidly, this may indicate the
battery is improperly installed. Remove it and try again. If the
CHARGE indicator still flashes rapidly, it may indicate the battery
pack cannot be used.
Refresh the Battery
1. Plug in the adapter/charger and attach the battery.
2. Press REFRESH.
The CHARGE indicator flashes slowly and any remaining charge in the
battery is discharged. The CHARGE indicator then stops flashing and
the battery pack is recharged.
3. Remove the battery when the CHARGE indicator turns off.
Power the Camcorder
The optional CPS801C AC adapter/charger and optional DCC100 DC cable lets
you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. It
operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere
in the world to power the camcorder or recharge your battery pack. You may
need a plug adapter in some countries. Consult your dealer.
CAUTION: Do not use this adapter/charger for any purpose other than
charging recommended battery or supplying power to the camcorder.
Attach Adapter/Charger
1. Push the PUSH button to open the battery compartment. Carefully open
the compartment fully.
2. Plug one end of the optional DC cable into the DC OUT jack on the
adapter/charger and the other end into the DC IN jack on the camcorder.
3. Close the battery compartment. Press the PUSH button to lock the
battery compartment shut.
4. Plug the AC adapter/charger power cord into an AC operating outlet.
The adapter/charger's POWER indicator lights.
Remove the Adapter/Charger
1. Unplug the adapter/charger from the wall outlet.
2. Disconnect the DC cable from the camcorder and adapter/charger.
Using Optional AC Plug Adapter
An optional plug adapter may be required in some countries.
1. Plug the adapter/charger's plug into the AC plug adapter.
2. Plug the AC adapter into the AC outlet.
Lithium Cell Installation
The remote's lithium cell is packed separately. Install it as follows:
1. Turn remote over, insert a pencil or paper clip in the small hole, and
slide cell holder in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
2. Insert the cell in the cell holder so the positive (+) terminal faces
up.
3. Replace cell holder in remote until it clicks into place.
NOTES: Never place anything heavy on top of the remote control or lay it
upside-down.
Replace cell when camcorder fails to respond to remote.
Remove cell from remote if it will not be used for a month or more.
This will prevent possible damage from cell leakage. If leakage
occurs, wipe up liquid inside compartment and replace cell.
CAUTIONS: Lithium cell. Replace only with 3-volt lithium cell - such as
CR2025. Use of other cell presents a risk of fire or explosion.
Must be disposed of properly.
Never handle punctured or leaking cell. May cause burns or
personal injury.
Keep out of the hands of children. Can cause death or injury if
swallowed.
If swallowed, consult a physician immediately for emergency
treatment.
The lithium cell used in this device may explode resulting in a
fire or chemical burn if mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212 degrees F (100
degrees C), or incinerate.
Never use metallic tweezers to hold the cell, and never short
circuit the + and - sides of the cell.
(LB/EB 09/19/96)
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