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If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery pack, AC Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSES
1 No power is supplied.	• The power is not connected
	properly.
	• The battery is dead.

2“SET DATE/TIME!” appears. • The date/time is not set.

•The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased.

3 Recording cannot be	— For Tape Recording —
performed.	• The tape’s erase protection tab is
	set to “SAVE”.
	• The Power Switch is set to “PLAY”
	or “OFF”.
	• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set
	to “MEMORY”.
	• “TAPE END” appears.
	• The cassette holder cover is open.
	— For Memory Card Recording —
	• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set
	to “VIDEO”.
4 There is no picture.	• The camcorder is not getting power,
	or some other malfunction exists.
5 The focus does not adjust	• Focus is set to the Manual mode.
automatically.	• The recording was done in a dark
	place, or the contrast was low.
	• The lens is dirty or covered with
	condensation.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

•Connect the AC Adapter securely (☞ pg. 9).

•Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one (☞ pg. 8, 9).

•Set the date/time (☞ pg. 11).

•Consult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.

•Set the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC” (☞ pg. 12).

•Set the Power Switch to “ AUTO ” or “ MANUAL ” (☞ pg. 17).

•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

•Replace with new cassette (☞ pg. 12).

•Close the cassette holder cover.

•Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”.

•Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again (☞ pg. 17).

•Set Focus to the Auto mode (☞ pg. 43).

•Clean the lens and check the focus again (☞ pg. 74).

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Contents GR-DVL1020 GR-DVL820 GR-DVL520 GR-DVL320 Zooming Unload a TapeWebCam See previous page as wellDear Customer It is recommended that youPage Before recording an important scene BN-V408U How To Attach The Lens CapAC Adapter AP-V10EG or Both plugs have 1 ring around the pinSet the Power Switch to How To Attach The Core FilterWhile pressing down Getting Started Battery pack Charging time PowerCharging the Battery Pack To Detach The Battery PackApproximate recording time GR-DVL520/DVL320 Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Approximate recording time GR-DVL1020/DVL82010 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentLock Button Display Date/Time SettingsMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Display Menu12 EN Approximate recording time Tape Recording modeLoading/Unloading a Cassette SP mode Recording Mode SettingSet the tape recording mode depending on your preference Audio Dubbing pg and Insert EditingLoading a Memory Card Picture Quality/Image Size SettingTo Unload a Memory Card Tape Recording Basic Recording To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display16 EN To Stop RecordingVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only Operation ModePower Switch Position Journalistic ShootingZoom Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T18 EN Zoom OutTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required OFF Turns off the lightTime Code When a blank portion is recorded on a tape20 EN Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Normal Playback22 EN ConnectionsIf using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step Date/Time Set DATE/TIME to AUTO, on or OFF Menu Screen pgBlank Search To cancel Blank Search midway24 EN PressMemory Card Recording Playback 26 EN Basic Shooting SnapshotTo Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory Card To Delete Unwanted Still ImagesTo Remove The Shutter Sound Approximate Number of Storable Images GR-DVL520If you are viewing an Image file 28 ENAuto Playback If you are viewing an E-MAIL Clip fileViewing File Information Index PlaybackRemoving On-Screen Display To Remove Protection 30 ENProtecting Files Stored file is displayedDeleting Files Delete ScreenLock Button Display Menu Screen 32 ENDubbing Still Images Recorded On a Tape To a Memory Card Play/Pause Button 4/6 Stop Button MENU/BRIGHT WheelTo Make Video Clips from Recorded Video Footage To cancel E-Mail Clip RecordingTo Make Video Clips from REAL-TIME Camera Image To view video clips stored on a memory cardTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each To Reset The Setting34 EN Press the MENU/BRIGHT wheel in. The Menu Screen appearsTo Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of Prints To Reset The No. Of PrintsFast-Forward 3 Button Rewind Button Initialising a Memory Card 36 ENMaking a New Folder Folder and File namesAdvanced Features Night-Scope To Deactivate The Selected Mode38 EN To Deactivate Night-ScopeGives recorded scenes a strobe effect Sports Variable Shutter Speed 1/250 1/4000Makes evening scenes look more natural Your recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshotsFade/Wipe Effects Power Switch Recording Start/Stop Button40 EN To Deactivate The Selected EffectFader And Wipe Menu Menu Effect42 EN Snapshot Mode SelectionSwitch to Snapshot For Tape RecordingFocus detection zone While focusing on a nearer subjectTo obtain correct focus SubjectExposure Control 44 ENIris Lock Manual White Balance Operation White Balance AdjustmentTo Return To Automatic White Balance See pg 46 ENFor Recording Menu If you have selected Camera MANUAL, SYSTEM, Display or10X Factory-presetMenu Screen Explanations 40XNormal screen ratio Screen ratio becomes Appears. When using this mode, referFrom 01 to 99. Factory setting is Screen and the image appears like a letterboxed 169 movieTo VIDEO, still images are recorded only onto the tape Refer to Picture Quality/Image Size Setting pgGR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 only Camera Menu is also applicable to memory card recording50 EN For Playback MenuPlayback Sound DisplayDubbing To Or From a VCR Connector cover Power Switch To AV Audio/Video52 EN Video cable Optional White to Audio Or OUT Yellow to Red toTo DV Core filter To use this camcorder as a playerPress 4 to play back the source tape Core filter To DVInstalling The Batteries 54 ENWith the camcorder’s Power Switch Switch set to the camera Set to PlayTo allow you to add creative effects to the playback image 56 ENTo allow frame-by-frame search during tape playback Select MenuFeature Playback Zoom SET REMOTE/VCR Code 58 ENVCR Recording deck Make Connections Connect the editing cable to the Remote Pause connectorConnect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT Connector Also refer to pgRandom Assemble Editing Menu appears 60 ENSelect Scenes Editing MenuAutomatic Editing to VCR For More Accurate Editing Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing62 EN Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingTo hear the dubbed sound during playback Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen pgAudio Dubbing DUB64 EN Insert EditingFor GR-DVL1020/DVL820/DVL520 Owners Using USB or PC connection cableUsing DV cable To PC RS-232C66 EN This camcorder can be used as a WebCam via USB connectionReferences About Batteries Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures68 EN Benefits Of Lithium-Ion BatteriesTape END appears Or OFFTo Memory For Memory Card Recording10X optical zoom is selected Set Zoom to 40X or 700X 70 ENFind a white subject and compose Video pgWhite Balance cannot be Sepia or Monotone mode is Activated Setting White Balance pg When shooting a subject72 EN This is normal Power Switch is set to AutoSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to Memory Rear of the LCD monitor is hotTimes, please consult your nearest Indication remains even thoughYou repeat the above two or three JVC dealer74 EN Cleaning The CamcorderAfter Use To avoid hazards To prevent damage and prolong service lifeUse only the following batteries AAA R03 size x Do not burn76 EN About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioning78 EN Compression system Power requirementStorage media File sizeIndex Controls, Connectors And Indicators 80 ENVideo Light Switch OPEN/EJECT SwitchPower Switch DC Input Connector Digital Video Connector1024 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effectAppears when Night-Scope is engaged. pg # @LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback Volume84 EN Index IndicationsIndications 86 EN Fade-In/Out Darken The LCD MonitorMail Clip Recording Gain Up