GE CG709 manual Review camcorder’s operating controls, Edit ADV

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First-Time Operation

11. Review camcorder’s operating controls.

PLAY Button	F.FWD (Fast Forward) Button
(Also TITLE SELECT Button)	(Also TITLE SELECT + Button)

POWER Switch		REW Button (Also TITLE
and Indicator		SELECT – Button)
		PAUSE/STILL
		PAUSE/STILL
		Button

AUD (Audio) DUB Button) (Also EDIT ADV. Button)

VID (Video)

DUB Button)

RECORD

Button

POWER

PAUSE

REW

PLAY F.FWD AUD •DUB •VID RECORD

STILL		TITLE SELECT

EDIT ADV.

Accessory Shoe

Viewfinder

STOP/EJECT Button

STOP/EJECT

	•VID RECORD
	AUD•DUB
	F.FWD
REW	PLAY
PAUSE	EDITADV.
POWER	TITLESELECT
STILL

Microphone

		FOCUS
		MANUAL
			REVIEW
		FADE	W/B
	FOCUS		W/B
	FOCUS
Lens		AUTO	VCR
		MAN	CAMERA
			MAN
			AUTO
			DATE/TIME
		SHUTTER
	PUSH/AUTO		COUNTER
			CLOCK
		TITLE	RESET
	SELF	TIMER	RESET
	SELF		DISPLAY
			SET
			SELECT
	TIME LAPSE

Eyepiece Focus Control (on bottom of viewfinder)

REVIEW Button

W/B (White Balance) Button

CAMERA/VCR Switch

		COUNTER DISPLAY and RESET Buttons
	MANUAL FOCUS	COUNTER DISPLAY and RESET Buttons
	MANUAL FOCUS
	Buttons	DATE/TIME Button
		CLOCK SELECT and SET Buttons
	FOCUS AUTO/MAN	CLOCK SELECT and SET Buttons
	FOCUS AUTO/MAN	(Also Tracking Buttons)
	and FOCUS PUSH	(Also Tracking Buttons)
	and FOCUS PUSH
	AUTO Buttons	FADE Button
		TITLE Button
	SELF TIMER/	SHUTTER Button
	TIME LAPSE Button	SHUTTER Button
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Contents Camcorder User’s Guide Product Registration Model No CG709 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromTable of Contents AssistanceCustomer Assistance and Service Recording FeaturesOptional Accessories Recording from a TV or VCRUnpack camcorder and accessories First-Time OperationAttach the adapter/charger Adjust the handstrap Place CAMERA/VCR switch PAUSE/STILLStart and Stop Recording Play back what you have recordedReview camcorder’s operating controls Edit ADVAudio and Video OUT Jacks Using the Adapter/Charger Powering the CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the BatteryInsert Charged Battery Remove BatteryDisplay in Viewfinder Checking Battery Power Battery Level IndicatorCassette door open. This will damage Battery Care and Storage Battery Safety PrecautionsCamcorder Recording Tips Traveling TipsVideo Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording Speed and Times Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageEyepiece Focus Control Tilt AdjustmentViewfinder Viewfinder ControlsDisplays in Viewfinder Battery Level IndicatorViewfinder Displays Titler DisplayWhite Balance Indicators Shutter Speed IndicatorsTime and Date Display Status Indicator Index and END IndicatorsDate and Time Display Install Clock BatteryRecording the Time and Date or Date on Your Tape Set or Correct the Time and Date Display Microphone Camcorder FeaturesRecord Review Flying Erase HeadTape Positioning Camera EditElectronic Indexing Focusing Your Camcorder Auto FocusAutomatic White Balance White Balance ButtonManual Focus Manual White BalanceUsing Variable Shutter Speeds To Select Higher Shutter SpeedsFading In and Out of Scenes Power ZoomingZooming and Fading In and Out of Scenes FadingTape Counter with Memory Stop Counters and Time-Remaining DisplayTape Counter To use memory stopElapsed-Time Counter Time-Remaining DisplaySelf TIMER/TIME Lapse Button Self-Timer RecordingAdjustable Time-Lapse Recording Animation RecordingTitler Creating a TitleCorrecting Errors During Programming Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Audio Dubbing To Audio DubVideo Dubbing To Video DubRecording from a TV or VCR VideoInstallation Operation and How to Copy TapesViewfinder Playback and Playback Features Viewfinder PlaybackVisual Search Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause TrackingPlayback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in Jacks CoverPlayback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR Playback on a TV or VCR3CH/4CH Switch Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Input JacksPlayback Operation Normal TV ViewingAttaching the Shoulder Strap To order accessories, contact your local dealer Optional Accessories1CVB100 Soft Camcorder Case VDC88 Color Enhancement Light VCC1000 Video Color Control CenterCable Transformer 1CVA488 RF Output AdapterAH011 Cable Transformer AC088 Super Lightweight Tripod Please complete other side also Accessory Order FormOrder Form for Camcorder Model CG709 USE Your Credit Card United States and Canada Orders 800 338International Orders Care and Maintenance Things to AvoidTrouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksOut of Focus Poor Picture Quality DEW Indicator FlashingViewfinder Displays are During RecordingPlay, Rewind or Fast White Balance IndicatorRecorded Audio Low Forward Does Not WorkSpecifications Information to UserCustomer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeLimited Warranty Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesIndex Audio and Video OUTFocus AUTO/MAN Self TIMER/TIME Lapse Index Canadian Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,Trouble Checks Viewfinder Displays are Recorded Audio Low Specifications Customer Assistance and Service Limited Warranty Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss Index Focus AUTO/MAN Self TIMER/TIME Lapse Index Need Assistance? We want to help