RCA Pro884HB - Manual (Page 22)

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Powering Your Camcorder
1. Make sure the camcorder’s
CAM/OFF/VCR switch is in OFF.
2. Connect the DC cable’s small plug
into the DC OUTPUT jack on the car
cord adapter.
3. Attach the other end of the cable to the
DC IN 6V jack on the camcorder.
4. Insert plug of car cord adapter into
vehicle cigarette lighter’s socket.
5. Press and hold the small button on the
CAM/OFF/VCR switch while sliding it
in CAM.
Cautions: The DCC06 and DCC80 are designed to be used only with vehicles having
negative ground electrical systems.
Do not use any other car cords. They will damage your camcorder.
To Cigarette Lighter
Socket To DC OUTPUT
To DC IN 6V Jack
Adapter/Charger’s DC Cable
Car Cord Adapter
DC IN
6V
OPEN
T
W INST. ZOOM
FOCUS
DATE/TITLE
DISPLAY
PLAY
F.F. EDIT SEARCH
STOP
REW
F
N
16X9
FADE EIS
Using the Optional Thomson Car Cord Adapters
The optional DCC06 car cord adapter and DCC80 car cord adapter/charger allow you to
power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. They
convert 24- and 12-volts to a 6-volt output. The DCC80 can also charge the battery that
came with your camcorder and the BB150 battery.
Notes: Consult instructions enclosed with the DCC06 or DCC80 for details.
The vehicle’s engine does not have to be turned on when using the car cords.
When using the car cords, the battery level indicator has no meaning.
Optional accessories are shown on pages 61-67.
Using the DCC06 Car Cord Adapter to Power the Camcorder