GE CG400 manual Playback on TV or VCR with AUDIO/VIDEO in Jacks, Playback Operation

Playback

The basic playback features are described in this section of the manual. Before you can use these features, you must attach your camcorder to a TV (or VCR) to view the playback. Check order form on page 5 for optional accessories.

Playback on TV (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks

To connect your camcorder to a TV monitor (or VCR) with AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, you need an audio/video cable and maybe a Y-adapter. If your TV is already connected to a VCR, just attach the camcorder to the VCR.

			Back of
		White	Mono VCR or
STOP PAUSE BLANK			TV Monitor
	Audio/Video	Audio
	Cable	Plug

AUDIO

REW PLAY F.FWD EJECT

IN

				VIDEO
				IN
Video Jack
V		OR	Yellow	Back of
			Video	Stereo VCR or
			Plug	TV Monitor
		White		L
		Audio		AUDIO
		Plug		IN
A				R
	Audio/Video			VIDEO
			Y-Adapter*	IN
	Cable
Audio Jack

Yellow Video Plug

* Optional accessories are available from your dealer, local electronics store, or mail order. Order form is on page 5.

Playback Operation

1.Camcorder connected to TV: Turn on the TV and tune it to the video input channel.

Camcorder connected to VCR that is connected to TV:

Turn on VCR and place it in the “line” or “camera mode”. (If your VCR does not have a “line” or “camera mode”, consult the VCR owner’s manual.) Operate the TV as you normally do to see the signal coming from the VCR.

2.Attach a power supply and turn on the camcorder.

3.Insert a tape.

4.Press the PLAY/CAM button to turn on PLAY mode.

The green indicator lights.

5.Press PLAY.

During playback, use the playback features described on page 24.

6.Press STOP when you are finished.

Tip: This same connection can be used if you want to watch what the camcorder is seeing or recording on the TV screen. Remember to remove the tape unless you are recording. Just place the PLAY/CAM button in the CAMERA mode and press the thumb trigger.

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