GE CG400 manual Using the Optional Car Cord Adapter/Charger, Using DCC05 to Charge the Battery

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Using the Optional Car Cord Adapter/Charger

This adapter/charger lets you power your camcorder from the cigarette lighter socket of a car, truck, or RV. It converts 24- or 12-volts to a 6.5-volt output. It can also charge the battery that came with your camcorder. Consult the operating instructions enclosed with the DCC05.

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1.Slide the OPEN-BATTbutton to open the battery compartment. Carefully open the compartment fully.

2.Plug one end of the DC power cord into the DC OUT jack on the car cord adapter/charger and the other end into the DC IN 6.5V jack on the side of the camcorder.

3.Close the battery compartment.

4.Insert the DCC05’s plug into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket.

The POWER indicator on the DCC05 will light.

Tip: The battery level indicator has no meaning when you power the camcorder with the optional car cord adapter/charger.

Cautions: The DCC05 is designed to be used only with vehicles having negative ground electrical systems.

Do not use any other car cord with this camcorder. Other car cords may damage your camcorder and void your warranty.

Make sure the camcorder’s power is turned off before removing the car cord’s plug from the cigarette lighter socket.

Using DCC05 to Charge the Battery

1. Remove DC power cord if it is attached.

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2. Attach battery as shown to the right.

3. Insert the DCC05’s plug into the cigarette lighter socket.

Tip: POWER indicator on the DCC05 lights.

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Contents FPO Model No CG400 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAvis Iii Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/ChargerTable of Contents Recording and Traveling Tips Recording TipsTraveling Tips DCC05 Car Cord Adapter Charger Optional AccessoriesAC025A Soft Carrying Case CRF800 RF Output AdapterCoaxial RF Cables AH065G 6-ft / AH066G 10-ft Audio/Video Cables AH069G 3-ft / AH070G 5-ftCable Transformer AH011 Cable TransformerDescription Price Qty Total Order Form for Camcorder Model CG400Authorized Signature To order accessories, contact your local dealer 800 338This order form First-Time Operation Unpack the Camcorder and AccessoriesAttach Lens Cap Cord and Adjust Handstrap Use an Adapter/Charger or Battery to Supply PowerInstalling the Battery Attaching the Adapter/ChargerInsert a Cassette Adjust Viewfinder FocusTurn On the Camcorder Start and Stop RecordingOPEN-BATT Review the Camcorder ControlsReview LCD Window Displays Blank IndicatorUsing the Adapter/Charger Powering Your CamcorderUsing Optional AC Plug Adapter To Attach Adapter/ChargerCharging and Refreshing the Battery Using the BatteryTo Charge a Battery To Refresh a BatteryTo Install a Battery To Remove a BatteryBattery Level Indicator Battery Care and Storage Using DCC05 to Charge the Battery Using the Optional Car Cord Adapter/ChargerRecording Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Inserting or Removing CassettesTo Make a Recording Recording OperationRecording Features Time Counter Blank SearchPlayback Playback on TV or VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO in JacksPlayback Operation Playback on a TV Using the Antenna Connector Watch What the Camcorder is Seeing Or RecordingNormal TV Viewing Picture Search Fast Forward or RewindStop-Action Pause Care and Maintenance ReferenceThings to Avoid Trouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsInformation to User Specifications CamcorderAC Adapter/Charger For how long after your purchase Limited WarrantyAUDIO/RF DC/VIDEO OUT IndexRF DC/VIDEO/AUDIO OUT Part Number 94-CG400-1