RCA CG740 manual Camcorder Features, Record Review, Microphone, Flying Erase Head

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Camcorder Features

PLAY Button

REW (Rewind) Button

F.FWD (Fast Forward) Button

POWER

PAUSE REW PLAY F.FWD AUD •DUB •VID RECORD

STILL		TITLE SELECT

EDIT ADV.

Microphone

FOCUS
MANUAL
	REVIEW
FADE	W/B
FOCUS
	VCR
	CAMERA
	DATE/TIME
SHUTTER
PUSH/AUTO	COUNTER
	CLOCK
TITLE
SELF TIMER

STOP/EJECT Button

REVIEW Button

CAMERA (AUTO/MAN)/

VCR Switch

CAMERA AUTO Feature

The camcorder will automatically control the white balance, focus, and set the shutter speed to 1/60 second when you place the CAMERA/VCR switch in the CAMERA AUTO position.

To control white balance, select a higher shutter speed, or focus manually, place CAMERA/VCR switch in CAMERA MAN.

Record Review

Press REVIEW to review the last few seconds of a recording. The CAMERA/VCR switch must be in CAMERA and the camcorder in record pause.

The camcorder will play back the last few seconds of the recording, return the tape to its previous position, and return to record pause.

Microphone

The microphone picks up sound (audio) during recording. It is more sensitive to sounds coming from the direction the lens is pointed.

Flying Erase Head

A separate erase head is mounted on the spinning headwheel (hence the term “flying”). This flying erase head allows you to make clean edits without “glitches” or “rainbow noise”.

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Contents Camcorder User’s Guide Product Registration Model No CG740 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 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 StorageEyepiece Focus Control Tilt AdjustmentViewfinder Viewfinder ControlsDisplays in Viewfinder Battery Level IndicatorViewfinder Displays 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 Microphone Camcorder FeaturesRecord Review Flying Erase HeadElectronic Indexing Camera EditTape Positioning 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 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 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 InputsPlayback 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 CG740 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 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,