GE CG709 manual Care and Maintenance, Things to Avoid

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Care and Maintenance

Keep dust and grit from entering the camcorder’s cassette door. Dust and grit are abrasive and will cause excessive wear to both the camcorder’s recording and playback heads and cassettes.

Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning your camcorder. They may damage the camcorder.

Before handling your camcorder, make sure your hands and face are free from any chemical products such as suntan lotion, as it may damage the finish.

Do not touch the lens with your fingers! The oil from your skin may damage the lens. To clean the lens, always use lens- cleaning tissues and a commercially prepared cleaning solution designed for use on camera lens.

Always replace the lens cap on the lens when the camcorder is not in use.

The camcorder can be damaged by improper storage or handling. Do not subject the camcorder to swinging, shaking, or dropping.

Do not store the camcorder in temperatures below -22ºF (-30ºC) or above 149ºF (65ºC).

When the camcorder is not in use, always remove the cassette and AC adapter/ charger or battery.

Retain the original carton for future storage or shipping purposes.

Things to Avoid

Do not aim your camcorder at the sun or other bright objects.

Do not operate or leave your camcorder in extremely humid environments.

Do not use an adapter/charger or batteries other than the ones specified for this camcorder. Use of the wrong accessories may cause damage to the camcorder.

Do not operate the camcorder for extended periods in temperatures below 40ºF (4ºC) or above 95ºF (35ºC).

Do not expose the camcorder or adapter/charger to rain or moisture. If either component becomes wet, turn off the power and take the unit to an Authorized GE Camcorder Servicenter.

Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder l-l/2 to 2 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a cassette. When the camcorder is moved from a cold location to a warm location, moisture may cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape.

Do not leave your camcorder in direct sunlight. Doing so could permanently damage the camcorder’s internal parts.

Do not attempt to disassemble your camcorder. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

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Contents Camcorder User’s Guide Product Registration Model No CG709 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased FromTable of Contents AssistanceRecording Features Optional AccessoriesCustomer Assistance and Service 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 an Optional Plug Adapter Powering the CamcorderUsing the Adapter/Charger Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the BatteryInsert Charged Battery Remove BatteryCassette door open. This will damage Checking Battery Power Battery Level IndicatorDisplay in Viewfinder Battery Care and Storage Battery Safety PrecautionsCamcorder Recording Tips Traveling TipsRecording Speed and Times Erase Protection Safety TabVideo Cassettes Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageTilt Adjustment ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder ControlsBattery Level Indicator Viewfinder DisplaysDisplays in Viewfinder Titler DisplayTime and Date Display Shutter Speed IndicatorsWhite Balance Indicators Status Indicator Index and END IndicatorsRecording the Time and Date or Date on Your Tape Install Clock BatteryDate and Time Display Set or Correct the Time and Date Display Camcorder Features Record ReviewMicrophone Flying Erase HeadElectronic Indexing Camera EditTape Positioning Focusing Your Camcorder Auto FocusWhite Balance Button Manual FocusAutomatic White Balance Manual White BalanceUsing Variable Shutter Speeds To Select Higher Shutter SpeedsPower Zooming Zooming and Fading In and Out of ScenesFading In and Out of Scenes FadingCounters and Time-Remaining Display Tape CounterTape Counter with Memory Stop To use memory stopElapsed-Time Counter Time-Remaining DisplaySelf TIMER/TIME Lapse Button Self-Timer RecordingAdjustable Time-Lapse Recording Animation RecordingTitler Creating a TitleRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterCorrecting Errors During Programming 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 PlaybackPlayback Features Stop-Action PauseVisual Search 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 1CVB100 Soft Camcorder Case Optional AccessoriesTo order accessories, contact your local dealer VDC88 Color Enhancement Light VCC1000 Video Color Control CenterAH011 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 Care and Maintenance Things to AvoidTrouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble ChecksDEW Indicator Flashing Viewfinder Displays areOut of Focus Poor Picture Quality During RecordingWhite Balance Indicator Recorded Audio LowPlay, Rewind or Fast Forward Does Not WorkSpecifications Information to UserCustomer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchangeLimited Warranty What your warranty does not cover How State Law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United StatesIndex Audio and Video OUTFocus AUTO/MAN Self TIMER/TIME Lapse Index Customer Service Accessories ConsumersCanadian Consumers 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