GE CG709 manual Playback Operation, Normal TV Viewing

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Playback on a TV (or VCR) (continued)

Playback Operation

1.Choose 3CH/4CH using the switch on the RF output adapter.

2.Turn on the TV and tune it to the same channel you selected with the 3CH/4CH switch on the RF output adapter.

3.Place the camcorder’s CAMERA/VCR switch in VCR, and slide POWER.

4.Insert the cassette you want to play back into the camcorder.

5.Press the PLAY button on the camcorder.

6.Press the STOP/EJECT button on the camcorder when you are finished playing back the tape.

Watching What the Camcorder is Seeing or Recording on the TV

1.Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3 or 4 (the same channel you selected with the RF output adapter).

2.Place the camcorder’s CAMERA/VCR switch in CAMERA, and slide POWER. Insert the cassette you want to record on.

Note: When the camcorder is used as a camera, turn the TV’s volume down to prevent a high-pitched squeal caused by feedback. Remove the cassette.

3.Press the camcorder’s thumb trigger (or PAUSE/STILL) to begin recording. You can watch what the camcorder is seeing or recording on the TV screen.

Normal TV Viewing

For normal TV viewing, you can leave the RF output adapter hooked up to the TV. Just disconnect the RF output

adapter’s plug from the camcorder so you can watch the signal from your VHF antenna.

Note to Cable-TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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Contents Camcorder User’s Guide Model No CG709 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Product RegistrationAssistance Table of ContentsRecording from a TV or VCR Recording FeaturesOptional Accessories Customer Assistance and ServiceFirst-Time Operation Unpack camcorder and accessoriesAttach the adapter/charger Adjust the handstrap PAUSE/STILL Place CAMERA/VCR switchPlay back what you have recorded Start and Stop RecordingEdit ADV Review camcorder’s operating controlsAudio and Video OUT Jacks Using an Optional Plug Adapter Powering the CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger Charging the Battery Using the Battery to Power Your CamcorderRemove Battery Insert Charged BatteryCassette door open. This will damage Checking Battery Power Battery Level IndicatorDisplay in Viewfinder Battery Safety Precautions Battery Care and StorageTraveling Tips Camcorder Recording TipsRecording Speed and Times Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Cassette Care and Storage Inserting and Removing CassettesViewfinder Controls Tilt AdjustmentViewfinder Eyepiece Focus ControlTitler Display Battery Level IndicatorViewfinder Displays Displays in ViewfinderTime and Date Display Shutter Speed IndicatorsWhite Balance Indicators Index and END Indicators Status IndicatorRecording the Time and Date or Date on Your Tape Install Clock BatteryDate and Time Display Set or Correct the Time and Date Display Flying Erase Head Camcorder FeaturesRecord Review MicrophoneElectronic Indexing Camera EditTape Positioning Auto Focus Focusing Your CamcorderManual White Balance White Balance ButtonManual Focus Automatic White BalanceTo Select Higher Shutter Speeds Using Variable Shutter SpeedsFading Power ZoomingZooming and Fading In and Out of Scenes Fading In and Out of ScenesTo use memory stop Counters and Time-Remaining DisplayTape Counter Tape Counter with Memory StopTime-Remaining Display Elapsed-Time CounterSelf-Timer Recording Self TIMER/TIME Lapse ButtonAnimation Recording Adjustable Time-Lapse RecordingCreating a Title TitlerRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterCorrecting Errors During Programming To Audio Dub Audio DubbingTo Video Dub Video DubbingVideo Recording from a TV or VCROperation and How to Copy Tapes InstallationViewfinder Playback Viewfinder Playback and Playback FeaturesTracking Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Visual SearchCover Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in JacksPlayback on a TV or VCR Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCRPlayback on a TV without Audio/Video Input Jacks 3CH/4CH SwitchNormal TV Viewing Playback OperationAttaching the Shoulder Strap 1CVB100 Soft Camcorder Case Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local dealer VCC1000 Video Color Control Center VDC88 Color Enhancement LightAH011 Cable Transformer 1CVA488 RF Output AdapterCable Transformer AC088 Super Lightweight Tripod Order Form for Camcorder Model CG709 Accessory Order FormPlease complete other side also USE Your Credit Card International Orders 800 338United States and Canada Orders Things to Avoid Care and MaintenanceTrouble Checks Trouble Checks and AdjustmentsDuring Recording DEW Indicator FlashingViewfinder Displays are Out of Focus Poor Picture QualityForward Does Not Work White Balance IndicatorRecorded Audio Low Play, Rewind or FastInformation to User SpecificationsReturning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Customer Assistance and ServiceLimited Warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty Product RegistrationAudio and Video OUT IndexFocus AUTO/MAN Self TIMER/TIME Lapse Index Meridian Street Indianapolis, Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Canadian ConsumersTrouble 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