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CG400
Camcorder User’s Guide
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Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed. Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you ever need them. The numbers are located on the bottom of your camcorder. Model No: CG400 Serial No: Purchase
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CAUTION: READ “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR AC ADAPTER/CHARGER” ON THE NEXT PAGE BEFORE USING THE AC ADAPTER/CHARGER. CAUTION: MAINTAIN ELECTRICAL SAFETY. POWERLINE-OPERATED EQUIPMENT OR ACCESSORIES CONNECTED TO THIS UNIT SHOULD BEAR THE UL LISTING MARK OR, IF PURCHASED AND USED IN CANADA, THE C-UL OR CSA CERTIFICATION MARK ON THE ACCESSORIES THEMSELVES AND SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN MODIFIED SO AS TO DEFEAT THE SAFETY FEATURES. THIS WILL HELP AVOID ANY POTENTIAL HAZARD FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK OR F
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Important Safety Instructions for AC Adapter/Charger 2. Extension cord is properly wired and Before using the AC adapter/charger, in good electrical condition, and read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) AC adapter/charger, 3. Wire size below is met: (2) battery, and (3) product using battery. Minimum Length of Extension Caution: To reduce risk of injury, AWG Size Cord (Feet) charge only rechargeable batteries 18 Equal to or less recommended for this
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Table of Contents Product Registration............................i Recording • Video Cassettes..............................18 • Recording Operation......................19 Safety Precautions ...........................i-iii • PLAY/CAM Mode ..........................20 • Zooming.........................................20 • Viewfinder .....................................20 Recording and Traveling Tips ...........2 • Flying Erase Head..........................20 • Microphone....................
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Recording and Traveling Tips Recording Tips • In case of fire or theft, make a video • Be aware of video and audio recording of your home and contents to backgrounds. Background details store in a safe place. barely noticed while you are taping may show up as visual “clutter” on • Try to make sure indoor scenes are your recording. Background noises well-lit. This improves picture quality (especially TV sets, radios, household and color reproduction. appliances, traffic sounds, etc.) can detra
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Optional Accessories We invite you to take a look at some great ideas for sparking creativity and adding to the fun of using your camcorder. The following pages have a selection of accessories to help make the process of recording and watching your videos more enjoyable. To order accessories, contact your local dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, accessories are available through toll-free ordering or by using the order form on page 5. AV608 (One Hour) AC025A Soft Carrying Case Rechargeable Bat
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Audio/Video Cables Optional AC088 Tripod (AH069G 3-ft / Mounting the camcorder on a tripod, AH070G 5-ft) such as AC088, will keep the camcorder These cables are steady. This tripod’s fluid-effect head shielded for connecting AUDIO and provides smooth camera pan and tilt. The VIDEO jacks. They have RCA-type phono grooved, tubular 3-section leg design plugs on each end. folds down to 26" when not in use. Rubber feet allow for sure footing. Coaxial RF Cables (AH065G 6-ft / AH066G 10-ft) These RF
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Order Form for Camcorder Model CG400 Description Part No. Price Qty. Total Soft Camcorder Case AC025A $ 59.95 Super Lightweight Tripod AC088 $ 39.95 75-300 Ohm Cable Transformer AH011 $ 1.90 RF Coaxial Cable (6-ft.) AH065G $ 6.99 RF Coaxial Cable (10-ft.) AH066G $ 8.99 Audio/Video Cable (3-ft.) AH069G $ 5.99 Audio/Video Cable (5-ft.) AH070G $ 7.99 Y-Adapter AH25 $ 1.95 Rechargeable Battery (1 Hr.) AV608 $ 49.95 AC Adapter/Charger CPS801C $189.95 RF Output Adapte
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Charge your order on your VISA or MasterCard by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD ® IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your VISA card My card expires: s r r TM IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number from your MasterCard Copy Number My card above your expires: name on MasterCard AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Prices are subject to change without notice. Print or type your name and A complete and correct order will address clearly. This will be your save you days of waiting. mailing lab
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To order accessories, contact your local dealer. If a dealer is not nearby, you can also follow the directions below to order by telephone or direct-by-mail. United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your Visa or MasterCard ready and call the toll-free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM Eastern Standard Time. Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form. 1 – 800 – 338 – 0376 Most times your order will be shipped UPS within 7
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First-Time Operation This section describes only the basic steps necessary to set up your camcorder to record. Refer to the other sections for detailed operation and feature options. Unpack the Camcorder and Accessories The items shown below are packed with your camcorder. If any are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. WARNING: NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. Audio/Video Output Cable Rechargeable Battery Model CG400 Part No. AV608 Part No. 217496 AC
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2 Use an Adapter/Charger or Battery to Supply Power Attaching the Adapter/Charger 1 1 1. Slide the OPEN-BATT button to open the battery compartment. Carefully open the compartment fully. 2. Insert the DC connecting cord from the DC output terminal on the AC adapter/charger to the DC input 4 terminal on the camcorder. 3. Close the battery compartment. 4. Plug the AC adapter/charger power cord into an AC operating outlet. The adapter/charger’s POWER indicator lights. Installing the Battery The ba
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Insert a Cassette 1. Press the EJECT button to open the EJECT cassette compartment. 1 2. Insert the cassette so the safety tab is 2 at the top; the flap is at the bottom; and the tape window faces out. 3. Gently press the compartment where it 3 is labeled PUSH until it clicks into place. The top closes automatically so do not press down on the top as it may damage the camcorder. Turn On the Camcorder Slide the POWER switch upward to turn PLAY CAM the camcorder on (or off). Tips: Whenever
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Review the Camcorder Controls Viewfinder Lens BLANK Button Camera Lens EJECT Button AUDIO, VIDEO Playback Controls (located and DC OUT jacks under control door) V OPEN-BATT Button A Battery Compartment Handstrap Microphone Shoulder Strap Attachment Zoom Slide Control “W” - Wide Angle “T” - Telephoto PLAY/CAM Button Viewfinder Focus Control LCD Window Cassette Compartment Power Switch Warning Indicator REC: Record Start/Stop Button Record-Pause (Thumb Trigger) Indicator Shoulder Strap Attachm
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Review LCD Window Displays 4 5 3 BLANK 2 REC 6 PLAY 1 7 1. Battery Level Indicator ( ) 5. BLANK Indicator Displayed when the Blank Search Indicates the amount of power feature is used during recording or remaining in the battery. Details are playback mode. BLANK flashes when on page 15. searching a recorded portion of the 2. Dew Warning ( ) tape and lights for a blank portion. Flashes when excessive moisture 6. Tape Remaining Indicator ( ) (condensation) has entered the Indicates the amount o
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2 Powering Your Camcorder This section describes three ways to supply power to your camcorder: n AC Adapter/Charger n Battery n Car Cord Adapter (Optional) Using the Adapter/Charger The adapter/charger lets you power your camcorder directly from standard household power. It operates on 100-240 volts, 50/60 Hz, so it can be used virtually anywhere in the world to power the camcorder or recharge the battery. You may need a plug adapter in some countries. Consult your dealer. 4 1 1 To Attach
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Using the Battery The supplied battery pack is not charged and must be charged as described below before it can be used the first time. Tips: Conserve battery power by turning the camcorder off during short recording breaks. Use the small marker switch on the top of the battery to help you remember to recharge the battery. It has no other function. Caution: When a battery Marker To AC Wall Outlet is attached to the adapter/ Switch 100-240 Volts, charger, do not turn them 50/60 Hz. upside down
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Installing the Battery Battery Safety Precautions: • Do not short the battery’s terminals. 2 • Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the battery. There are no user-serviceable parts 1 inside. • Do not throw the battery into a fire or expose it to excessive heat–over 149ºF (65ºC). This could be hazardous. • Use the battery only with specified adapter/ chargers and camcorders. To Remove a Battery: To Install a Battery: 1. Slide the OPEN-BATT button to open 1. Slide the OPEN-BATT button to open
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Battery Care and Storage Do not store a battery pack where it The operating time of the battery may can reach high temperatures. be shorter than normal even after a full charge: Remove the battery from the camcorder when it is not in use to • If it is used for the first time. prolong the battery life. The operating time is restored to its original level after the battery has Recharge the battery just before it is been used two or three times used. If the battery is recharged and not (completely
