JVC GR-D338AH manual Appears if a tape is not loaded when, Recording Start/Stop Button or Snapshot

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Picture does not appear on the LCD

 

TAPE!

 

monitor.

 

Appears if a tape is not loaded when the

● The viewfinder is pulled out and “PRIORITY” is

 

Recording Start/Stop Button or SNAPSHOT

set to “FINDER”.

 

Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set

➜ Push the viewfinder back in or set “PRIORITY” to

 

to “REC”.

“LCD”. ( pg. 17, 22, 24)

 

 

 

 

● The LCD monitor’s brightness setting is too dark.

 

TAPE END

 

➜ Adjust the brightness of the LCD monitor.

 

Appears when the tape ends during recording or

( pg. 16)

 

 

playback.

➜ If the monitor is tilted upward 180 degrees, open

 

 

 

 

 

the monitor fully. ( pg. 17)

 

 

 

 

 

SET DATE/TIME!

 

 

 

 

An error indication (01 – 04 or 06) appears.

 

● Appears when the date/time is not set.

● A malfunction of some kind has occurred. In this

 

( pg. 15)

case the camcorder’s functions become

 

● The built-in clock battery has run out and the

unusable.

 

previously set date/time has been erased.

➜  pg. 37.

 

Consult your nearest JVC dealer for

Warning Indications

 

replacement.

 

 

 

 

LENS CAP

Displays the battery remaining power.

Remaining power level

High

Exhausted

As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery remaining power indicator blinks. When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.

●Appears if a tape is loaded.

●Blinks when no tape is loaded. ( pg. 16)

CHECK TAPE’S ERASE PROTECTION TAB

Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power Switch is set to “REC”. ( pg. 14)

USE CLEANING CASSETTE

Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional cleaning cassette. ( pg. 40)

CONDENSATION, OPERATION

PAUSED PLEASE WAIT

Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.

Appears for 5 seconds after power is turned on if the lens cap is attached or when it is dark.

HDV

Appears when pictures recorded in the HDV format are detected. The pictures in the HDV format cannot be played back with this camcorder.

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE REMOVE AND REATTACH BATTERY OR DC PLUG

The error indications (01, 02 or 06) show what type of malfunction has occurred. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

UNIT IN SAFEGUARD MODE

EJECT AND REINSERT TAPE

The error indications (03 or 04) show what type of malfunction has occurred. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off automatically. Eject the cassette once and re- insert it, then check if the indication clears. When it does, you can resume using the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

REFERENCES

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Contents Dear Customer GR-D338AHUse SP Standard mode for important video recordings We recommend cleaning your video heads before useFor safety and reliability Do not leave the unitSafety Precautions Page Wipe/Fader Effects Data BatteryProgram AE and Special Effects Backlight CompensationMake sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark Before Using This CamcorderIt is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes Playback Snapshot Quick ReviewIndex ÄIndicators ConnectorsControls ÃOther PartsDuring Video Recording Getting StartedDuring Video Playback How To Attach The Lens Cap Provided AccessoriesHow To Attach The Shoulder Strap Charging The Battery Pack PowerSlide the battery pack upward while pressing EN Getting StartedUsing AC Power Using The Battery PackData Battery System About BatteriesLanguage Settings Operation ModePower-Linked Operation Auto/Manual ModeViewfinder Adjustment Date/Time SettingsBrightness Adjustment Grip AdjustmentTo protect valuable recordings Tripod MountingVideo Recording EN Basic RecordingTape Remaining Time LCD Monitor And ViewfinderTime Code EN Video RecordingZoom Zoom OutRecording From The Middle Of a Tape Quick ReviewEN Video Playback Normal PlaybackBlank Search Playback SnapshotVideo Playback EN If using a VCR , go to stepVideo Recording Menus EN Menus for Detailed AdjustmentVideo Playback Menus  pg , White Balance Adjustment Menus for Detailed Adjustment ENRecording Menus  pg , Program AE, Effects And Shutter EffectsPg , Date/Time Settings Pg , Brightness Adjustment Of The DisplayLanguage setting can be changed.  pg Is displayedPlayback Menus Sound Mode and NarrationOFF / on SP* / LPMotor Drive Mode Features for RecordingTape Night-ScopeManual Focus To reset to Auto FocusExposure Control Manual focus is recommended in situations listed belowIris Lock EN Features for RecordingTo return to automatic iris control To lock the exposure control and the irisTo change the setting White Balance AdjustmentAuto White balance is adjusted automatically Spot Exposure ControlTo REC Select OFF in . The effect indicator disappearsSet WIPE/FADER to the desired mode.  pg To deactivate the selected effectEffects Features for Recording ENProgram AE, Effects And Shutter SportsDubbing To a VCR To AV connector Audio/Video cable providedEN Editing Digital Dubbing Equipped With a DV ConnectorIf you are using a Windows XP, you can use To a PC with a DV connector by usingConferences over the Internet, using a It is also possible to transfer still/moving imagesPower Troubleshooting ENAdvanced features Video PlaybackOther problems EN TroubleshootingAppears when the date/time is not set Button is pressed while the Power Switch is setReplacement Displays the battery remaining powerEN User Maintenance Cleaning The CamcorderCassettes Battery PacksLCD Monitor Main Unit EN CautionsAC Adapter CamcorderTerms Tape Speed REC ModeRecording Capacity Memo GR-D338AH
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