JVC GR-D240 manual EN Troubleshooting, Power, Video Playback, Video Recording, Advanced features

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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.

Power

No power is supplied.

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.

Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Program AE with special effects, “DIS” and other functions that cannot be used together are

selected at the same time.

HRe-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE with special effects and “DIS”. ( pg. 22, 24, 33, 34)

Digital Zoom does not work.

25X optical zoom is selected.

HSet “ZOOM” to “100X” or “800X”. ( pg. 23)

Video Playback

The power is not connected properly.

HConnect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 13)

The battery pack is not attached firmly.

HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach it firmly. ( pg. 11)

The battery is dead.

HReplace the dead battery with a fully charged one. ( pg. 11)

The tape is moving, but there is no picture.

Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO mode.

HSet the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback. ( pg. 21)

The cassette holder cover is open.

HClose the cassette holder cover. ( pg. 16)

Video Recording

Recording cannot be performed.

The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”. HSet the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”.

( pg. 16)

“TAPE END” appears.

HReplace with new cassette. ( pg. 16)

The cassette holder cover is open. HClose the cassette holder cover.

When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.

This is not a malfunction.

Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.

HClean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette. ( pg. 44)

Advanced features

The focus does not adjust automatically.

Focus is set to the Manual mode.

HSet Focus to the Auto mode. ( pg. 29)

The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. HClean the lens and check the focus again.

( pg. 42)

When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.

This is not a malfunction.

During recording, the date/ time does not appear.

“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”.

HSet “DATE/TIME” to “ON”. ( pg. 22, 26)

In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed.

The 5-Second mode is set to “Anim.” in MANUAL Menu.

HSet “5S” to “5S” in MANUAL Menu. ( pg. 22, 28)

Snapshot mode cannot be used.

The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected. HDisengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode.

( pg. 22, 24)

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Contents GR-D240 Dear CustomerProgram AE with Special Effects Data BatteryWipe/Fader Effects Backlight CompensationImportant for owners in the U.K Blue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or RedSome DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment References Index EN Getting StartedControls ConnectorsIndicators Other PartsLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording 10 0 During Video Playback Before Using This CamcorderI T / M I X L Provided lens cap to Provided AccessoriesTo protect the lens, attach Camcorder as shownSlide the strap guide fully towards the eyelet PowerCharging The Battery Pack Data Battery System Maximum continuous recording timeUsing AC Power About BatteriesGrip Adjustment Language SettingsSet the Power Switch to a or M while Viewfinder AdjustmentBrightness Adjustment Of The Display Tripod MountingOr eject a cassette Getting StartedLoading/Unloading a Cassette To protect valuable recordingsApproximate recording time Basic RecordingTape Remaining Time EN Video Recording While using the LCD monitorWhile using the viewfinder ZoomTime Code Video Recording ENJournalistic Shooting Quick ReviewVideo Playback To control the speaker volumeSpeaker VOL. + Lock Button Power Switch Blank SearchIf using a VCR, go to . If not, go to step Video Playback ENMenus with Sub Menus EN Menus for Detailed AdjustmentMenus without Sub Menus Recording Menus Tele Macro Wide ModeDIS Wind CUTPriority CAM ResetDemo Mode BeepPlayback Menus OFF / on Menus for Detailed Adjustment ENWhen set to OFF, the camcorder’s display disappears  pg , Time CodeSecond Recording EN Features for RecordingTo take a snapshot in the 5-second recording mode To deactivate Night-ScopeSnapshot For Video Recording Motor Drive ModeManual Focus To return to automatic iris control Exposure ControlTo return to automatic exposure control To lock the exposure control and the irisBacklight Compensation To cancel Spot Exposure ControlPress Back Light once so that the indicator disappears Spot Exposure ControlTo return to automatic white balance White Balance AdjustmentTo change the setting Wipe Or Fader Effects To deactivate the selected effectVariable Shutter Speed 1/250 1/4000 Editing EN Switch To VCRDubbing To a VCR To S-VIDEO Yellow to Video Red to Audio R White to Audio LTo DV OUT DubbingEN Editing Connection To a Personal Computer Advanced features EN TroubleshootingPower Video PlaybackOther problems Troubleshooting ENCONDENSATION, Operation Paused Please Wait USE Cleaning CassetteCheck TAPE’S Erase Protection TAB TapeLens CAP Unit in Safeguard Mode Remove and Reattach BatteryUnit in Safeguard Mode Eject and Reinsert Tape HDVTo clean the exterior Cleaning The CamcorderEN User Maintenance To clean the LCD monitorBattery Packs CassettesMain Unit EN CautionsLCD Monitor About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningAC Adapter EN SpecificationsCamcorder Ø3.5 mm, stereoRecording Capacity TermsGR-D240