RCA CG740 manual Place CAMERA/VCR switch, Pause/Still

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First-Time Operation

POWER Switch

and Indicator

Viewfinder in

Operating

Position

STOP/EJECT

Button

STOP/EJECT

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

PAUSE/STILL

Button

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

Eyepiece Focus Control

CAMERA/VCR Switch

6.Place CAMERA/VCR switch in

CAMERA AUTO.

The position of the CAMERA/VCR switch tells the camcorder whether you want to record (CAMERA) or play back tapes (VCR).

•Place the switch in CAMERA AUTO to have the camcorder automatically control white balance, focus, and shutter speed.

•Place the switch in CAMERA MAN (manual) to manually control white balance, focus and shutter speed.

•Place the switch in VCR to play back tapes.

7.Slide POWER switch to turn on the camcorder. The POWER indicator lights.

If you do not record within five minutes, the camcorder will

automatically shut off to prevent excessive tape wear. To turn the camcorder on again, slide the POWER switch.

CAUTION: Avoid operating your camcorder immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. Give the camcorder 1-1/2 to 2 hours to reach a stable temperature before inserting a video cassette. When moved from a cold area to a warm location, moisture may condense on the head drum inside the machine. This moisture could cause the tape to stick to the headwheel and damage the headwheel or tape. DEW flashes in the viewfinder when moisture is present in the camcorder. If a cassette is inserted, press STOP/EJECT and remove the cassette. Leave the cassette compartment open and turn off the camcorder for at least 2 hours.

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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 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 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 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,