RCA CG740 manual Powering the Camcorder, Using the Adapter/Charger, Using an Optional Plug Adapter

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Powering the Camcorder

Using the Adapter/Charger

The DC cable attaches the adapter/charger to the camcorder and lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power.

		POWER Indicator
		AC Adapter/
		Charger
		POWER
		CHARGE
	DC
	OUT
	12V	2A
DC IN 12V Jack
DC Cable		To AC Outlet
		(100-240 V, 50/60 Hz.)
DC OUT 12V 2A Jack

Attach the Adapter/Charger

1.Attach one end of DC cable to DC OUT 12V 2A jack on the AC adapter/charger.

2.Attach the other end of DC cable to DC IN 12V jack on side of camcorder.

3.Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into the nearest AC outlet (100-240V, 50/60Hz).

4.If the adapter/charger is properly connected, its POWER indicator will light.

Notes: The adapter/charger cannot charge the battery and operate the camcorder at the same time. Remove the battery when you use the adapter/charger to power the camcorder.

Using an Optional Plug Adapter

The adapter/charger operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz. Some countries may require a plug adapter.

100-240 V, 50/60Hz.

AC Plug

Adapter

1.Plug the adapter/charger’s plug into the AC plug adapter.

2.Plug the AC plug adapter into the AC outlet.

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Contents Camcorder User’s Guide Product Registration Model No CG740 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 Powering the Camcorder Using the Adapter/ChargerUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the BatteryInsert Charged Battery Remove BatteryChecking Battery Power Battery Level Indicator Display in ViewfinderCassette door open. This will damage Battery Care and Storage Battery Safety PrecautionsCamcorder Recording Tips Traveling TipsErase Protection Safety Tab Video CassettesRecording Speed and Times Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and StorageTilt Adjustment ViewfinderEyepiece Focus Control Viewfinder ControlsBattery Level Indicator Viewfinder DisplaysDisplays in Viewfinder Titler DisplayShutter Speed Indicators White Balance IndicatorsTime and Date Display Status Indicator Index and END IndicatorsInstall Clock Battery Date and Time DisplayRecording the Time and Date or Date on Your Tape Set or Correct the Time and Date Display Camcorder Features Record ReviewMicrophone Flying Erase HeadCamera Edit Tape PositioningElectronic Indexing 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 TitleChart of Characters in Titler’s Register Correcting Errors During ProgrammingRecording 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 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 InputsPlayback Operation Normal TV ViewingAttaching the Shoulder Strap Optional Accessories To order accessories, contact your local dealer1CVB100 Soft Camcorder Case VDC88 Color Enhancement Light VCC1000 Video Color Control Center1CVA488 RF Output Adapter Cable TransformerAH011 Cable Transformer AC088 Super Lightweight Tripod Accessory Order Form Please complete other side alsoOrder Form for Camcorder Model CG740 USE Your Credit Card 800 338 United States and Canada OrdersInternational 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,