Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs | RCA CG740 instruction

Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs

To connect your camcorder to a TV without audio/video input jacks, follow the steps below. You will need an optional 1CVA488 RF output adapter. Optional accessories are shown on page 49.

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	DC IN 12V
	AUDIO
	VIDEO
VIDEO	AUDIO
	3 AUDIO, VIDEO, and RF OUT Jacks
VHF Antenna		(Located Behind Small Cover)
		3CH/4CH Switch
1		(Located on	Back of TV
1		Opposite side)	(or VCR
			Connected
OR			to a TV)
OR
VHF	RF Output
VHF	Adapter	2	VHF
	(Optional)	2	OR
	(Optional)

		OUT

ANT

1	Optional 75/300 ohm
1	Transformer	VHF
OR	(Such as AH011)
	(Such as AH011)

Optional 300/75 ohm Transformer (Such as 193983)

Installation

1Disconnect the VHF antenna from your TV and connect it to the optional RF output adapter.

A.If your antenna is a round 75-ohm cable, connect it to the ANT connector on RF output adapter.

B.If your antenna is a flat twin-lead, connect the flat-lead connectors to the screw terminals on an optional 300-75 ohm transformer, such as 193983. Then connect the transformer to the ANT connector on the RF output adapter.

2Attach the OUT connector of the RF output adapter directly to the VHF IN terminal on the back of your TV.

Note: If your TV has VHF screw terminals, you may need an optional

75-300 ohm transformer, such as AH011.

3Connect the three-pronged plug end of the RF output adapter to the

AUDIO, RF, and VIDEO OUT jacks on the camcorder.

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RCA CG740 manual Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs, 3CH/4CH Switch

Contents

Camcorder User’s Guide Product Registration Model No CG740 Serial No Purchase Date Purchased From Table of Contents Assistance Customer Assistance and Service Recording FeaturesOptional Accessories Recording from a TV or VCR Unpack camcorder and accessories First-Time Operation Attach the adapter/charger Adjust the handstrap Place CAMERA/VCR switch PAUSE/STILL Start and Stop Recording Play back what you have recorded Review camcorder’s operating controls Edit ADV Audio and Video OUT Jacks Using the Adapter/Charger Powering the CamcorderUsing an Optional Plug Adapter Using the Battery to Power Your Camcorder Charging the Battery Insert Charged Battery Remove Battery Display in Viewfinder Checking Battery Power Battery Level IndicatorCassette door open. This will damage Battery Care and Storage Battery Safety Precautions Camcorder Recording Tips Traveling Tips Video Cassettes Erase Protection Safety TabRecording Speed and Times Inserting and Removing Cassettes Cassette Care and Storage Eyepiece Focus Control Tilt AdjustmentViewfinder Viewfinder Controls Displays in Viewfinder Battery Level IndicatorViewfinder Displays Titler Display White Balance Indicators Shutter Speed IndicatorsTime and Date Display Status Indicator Index and END Indicators Date and Time Display Install Clock BatteryRecording the Time and Date or Date on Your Tape Set or Correct the Time and Date Display Microphone Camcorder FeaturesRecord Review Flying Erase Head Tape Positioning Camera EditElectronic Indexing Focusing Your Camcorder Auto Focus Automatic White Balance White Balance ButtonManual Focus Manual White Balance Using Variable Shutter Speeds To Select Higher Shutter Speeds Fading In and Out of Scenes Power ZoomingZooming and Fading In and Out of Scenes Fading Tape Counter with Memory Stop Counters and Time-Remaining DisplayTape Counter To use memory stop Elapsed-Time Counter Time-Remaining Display Self TIMER/TIME Lapse Button Self-Timer Recording Adjustable Time-Lapse Recording Animation Recording Titler Creating a Title Correcting Errors During Programming Chart of Characters in Titler’s RegisterRecording Titles on a Tape in the Camcorder Audio Dubbing To Audio Dub Video Dubbing To Video Dub Recording from a TV or VCR Video Installation Operation and How to Copy Tapes Viewfinder Playback and Playback Features Viewfinder Playback Visual Search Playback FeaturesStop-Action Pause Tracking Playback on a TV or VCR with Audio and Video in Jacks Cover Playback Operation and How to Copy Tapes on a VCR Playback on a TV or VCR 3CH/4CH Switch Playback on a TV without Audio/Video Inputs Playback Operation Normal TV Viewing Attaching the Shoulder Strap To order accessories, contact your local dealer Optional Accessories1CVB100 Soft Camcorder Case VDC88 Color Enhancement Light VCC1000 Video Color Control Center Cable Transformer 1CVA488 RF Output AdapterAH011 Cable Transformer AC088 Super Lightweight Tripod Please complete other side also Accessory Order FormOrder Form for Camcorder Model CG740 USE Your Credit Card United States and Canada Orders 800 338International Orders Care and Maintenance Things to Avoid Trouble Checks and Adjustments Trouble Checks Out of Focus Poor Picture Quality DEW Indicator FlashingViewfinder Displays are During Recording Play, Rewind or Fast White Balance IndicatorRecorded Audio Low Forward Does Not Work Specifications Information to User Customer Assistance and Service Returning equipment to Thomson for repair or exchange Limited Warranty Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your Camcorder outside the United States Index Audio and Video OUT Focus AUTO/MAN Self TIMER/TIME Lapse Index Canadian Consumers Customer Service AccessoriesConsumers Meridian Street Indianapolis,