JVC GR-DLS1 manual 72 EN, Troubleshooting

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72EN

TROUBLESHOOTING

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

SYMPTOM

1.No power is supplied.

2.“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.

3.Recording cannot be performed.

4.There is no playback picture.

5.Some functions are not available using the MENU button.

6.Some functions are not available using the Select Dial.

7.The focus does not adjust automatically.

8.The cassette won’t load properly.

9.Play, Rewind and Fast-Forward functions don’t work.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

1.•The power is not connected properly.

•The battery is dead. •The LCD monitor is not

open fully or the viewfinder is not pulled out when recording.

2.•The built-in rechargeable clock lithum battery is discharged and the previously set date/time is erased.

3.•The tape’s record safety tab is set to “SAVE”.

•The Power Dial is set to “PLAY”.

•“TAPE END” appears.

•The cassette's cover is open.

4.•The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists.

5.•The Power Dial is set to “ A ”.

6.•The Power Dial is set to “ A ”, “5S” and “”.

7.•Focus is set to “MANUAL”. •The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast

was low.

•The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

8.•The cassette is in the wrong position.

•The battery’s charge is low.

9.•The Power Dial is not set to

“PLAY”.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.•Connect the AC Adapter securely (☞ pg. 12).

•Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one (☞ pg. 11).

•Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder. The LCD monitor turns on/off when it is opened/closed at approx. 90° while the Power Dial is set to any position except “OFF” if the viewfinder is not fully pulled out.

2.•Connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC Power Adapter/Charger etc. for over 24 hours to charge the clock lithum battery (☞ pg. 13).

3.•Set the tape’s record safety

tab to “REC” (☞ pg. 12).

•Set the Power Dial to “

A

”,

 

 

“M ”, “5S” or “” (☞ pg. 19).

•Replace with new cassette (☞ pg. 14).

•Close the cassette's cover.

4.•Turn the camcorder’s power off and on again (☞ pg. 21).

5.•Set the Power Dial to any position except “ A ” (☞ pg. 19).

6.•Set the Power Dial to any position except “ A ”, “5S” and “” (☞ pg. 19).

7.•Set Focus to “AUTO”

(☞ pg. 47).

•Clean the lens and check the focus again (☞ pg. 77).

8.•Set it in the right position (☞ pg. 14).

•Install a fully charged battery (☞ pg. 10).

9.•Set the Power Dial to “PLAY” (☞ pg. 52).

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Contents GR-DLS1 For Customer UseDear Customer It is recommended that youPower Sources Power Cord Protection VentilationPower Lines Grounding or PolarizationAccessories Damage Requiring ServiceReplacement Parts Safety CheckSafety Precautions DV markBattery pack BN-V856U RM-V711UShoulder Strap Adapter/Charger AA-V80UCD-ROM VC-VJ49WUSub-Code Area Video Area Audio AreaITI Insert and Tracking Information Area Contents Charging The Battery Pack 10 ENInstalling The Battery Pack Open Battery CoverInsert Charged Battery Close Battery CoverUsing The Power Pack 12 ENGetting Started Indoor UseDate/Time Settings Select Operation ModeInput Date and Time LCD monitor14 EN Open LCD MonitorOpen Cassette Cover INSERT/REMOVE TapeRecording Mode Setting SET Recording ModeSet depending on your preference Select DialAdjust Length 16 ENGrip Strap Attachment Tripod MountingDiopter Adjustment Adjust DiopterShoulder Strap Attachment Attach Shoulder StrapRemote Control Unit Installing The BatteryEN Getting Started RE-INSERT HolderOperation Mode Power Dial PositionFull Auto mode Manual Second mode recording 5S Self-Timer Playback PlayEN Recording DisplayPull OUT Viewfinder or Open LCD Monitor Start RecordingStop Recording END RecordingEngage Still Mode Power lamp comes onRecording From The Middle Of a Tape Start SearchWhen blank portion is recorded on a tape Time CodeProper recording During shootingTape Remaining Indicator Adjust Brightness24 EN RecordingJournalistic shooting Interface ShootingTilt LCD Monitor Zoom Displaying The Date And Time During Recording Select FunctionEngage 5S Mode Dissolves during 5 second mode recordingPull out the viewfinder fully S Mode appears Scene 5-second recordingSelf-Timer Engage SELF-TIMER ModeStop SELF-TIMER Recording END SELF-TIMER RecordingPro Snapshot Press the Progressive Button Snapshot ButtonMotor Drive mode Progressive ModeWhen you dont want to hear the shutter sound Color barBARDescription of Progressive Scan CCD FrameMenus Close Recording MenuRecording Menu allows you to set these functions Please refer to pages 34, 35 for detailsREC Mode Recording mode Wide ModeZoom Zoom magnification DIS Digital Image StabilizerAccess System Menu System MenuClose System Menu Sound signals can be sampled at 32 kHz or 48 kHz Return38 EN FADE/WIPE EffectsFades and Wipes ExampleFader White Example Wipe Scroll40 EN Picture Wipe/DissolveResume Recording P and P of the Fader/Wipe MenuRandom Variations WH BK B WFade in or out with a white screen Fade in or out with a black screenOut from color to black and white ScreenNew scene gradually appears as the old one gradually DisappearsNew scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper Right corner to the lower left cornerDisable P.AE/EFFECT 44 ENAE/Effects Press START/STOP. The image begins with the selected effectStrobe TwilightSepia Monotone Slow ShutterProgressive Video Recording Manual Focus Adjustment Access Manual FocusAdjust Focus To Change To Auto FocusAdjust Exposure Exposure ControlBrightness control of the LCD monitor To Return To Automatic Exposure ControlAfter , adjust the exposure rotating Iris LockTo Return To Automatic Iris Control IrisWhite Balance Adjustment Accessment White Balance AdjustClosement White Balance Adjust 50 ENEnter Setting Exit Manual White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For Recording52 EN PlaybackRewind Tape Viewing RecordingTo Perform High-Speed Search Press 2 or 3 after pressing 6/4. The tape willHigh-Speed Search. This is not a malfunction 54 EN Playback ZoomActivate Zoom Locatescene Portion of MagnifiedPlayback Effects Select P.AE/EFFECTRM-V711U Provided Access Playback Menu EN PlaybackPlayback Menu Close MenuPlayback Sound Displaying the Date During PlaybackDisplaying The Time Code During Playback Basic Connections VCR/TV ConnectionTurn on Power Select TV’S Video ModeSupply Power Connection To a Personal ComputerConnection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV Connector AC Power Adapter ChargerTo DV in connector 62 EN DubbingMake Connections Start PlaybackDigital Dubbing Brand Setting 64 ENOperate the VCR RM-V711U 7 8 9 ` providedRandom Assemble Editing Execute FADE/WIPE in if Necessary66 EN SET EDIT-IN PointSET EDIT-OUT Point USE Fade Wipe on Scene Transition if NecessaryEngagemode Vcrs RECORD-PAUSE Start EditingStop Editing For More Accurate Editing Prepare for R.A. Edit Play Back Dubbed SceneChoose a Scene Random Assemble Editing Menu appearsAdjustment of VCR‘s against Camcorder Timing Input Correction Data70 EN Audio DubbingInsert Editing Find Edit OUT PointFind Edit in Point Pause During EditingTroubleshooting 72 ENPro Snapshot was attempted During Digital ZoomPg . Make sure you have Troubleshooting Mode is set to OFF74 EN Red or black for an instantWhen the LCD monitors Fluorescent light reaches There are disturbances in audio and videoAngle of the LCD monitor Whitish76 EN Cleaning The Camcorder After USEConnector cover 78 ENPull this out to open Zoom switch or volume switch VOL External microphone input connector MIC Stereo pgReset button pg OPEN/EJECT switch pgCONTROLS, Indications and Connectors 80 ENLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording Function82 EN LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During PlaybackIndications Function To prolong service life Plug adapterTo avoid hazard During useFor safety, do not Avoid using the unitDo not leave the unit To protect the unit, do not86 EN Power Power consumptionSignal format Video signal recording format88 EN Index 90EN Page GR-DLS1
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