JVC GR-DVF7, LYT0278-001A manual Corrective Action

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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 Power Adapter/Battery Charger, etc.) and remove the clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

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 MENU.

6.During shooting, some functions are not available using the Select Dial.

7.The focus does not adjust automatically.

8.The cassette will not load properly.

9.Play, Rewind and Fast- Forward functions do not work.

10.The tape is moving, but there is no picture.

 

POSSIBLE CAUSES

 

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.

•The power is not connected

 

1.

• Connect the AC Power

 

properly.

 

 

Adapter/Charger securely

 

•The battery is dead.

 

 

(☞ pg. 7).

 

 

 

 

• Replace the dead battery

 

 

 

 

with a fully charged one

 

 

 

 

(☞ pg. 6).

 

 

 

 

 

2.

•The clock lithium battery is

 

2.

• Install a battery or replace

 

either not installed or has

 

 

the old battery with a new

 

discharged.

 

 

one (☞ pg. 8).

 

•The previously set date/time

 

 

 

 

is erased.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

•The tape’s record safety tab is

 

3.

• Set the tape’s record safety

 

set to “SAVE”.

 

 

tab to “REC” (☞ pg. 10).

 

•The Power Switch is set to

 

 

• Set the Power Switch to

 

“PLAY”.

 

 

“AUTO” or “PRO.”

 

•“TAPE END” appears.

 

 

(☞ pg. 14).

 

•The cassette’s cover is open.

 

 

• Replace with new cassette

 

 

 

 

(☞ pg. 10).

 

 

 

 

• Close the cassette’s cover.

 

 

 

 

 

4.

•The camcorder is not getting

 

4.

• Turn the camcorder’s power

 

power, or some other

 

 

off and on again (☞ pg. 14).

 

malfunction exists.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

•The Power Switch is set to

 

5. • Set the Power Switch to any

 

“AUTO”.

 

 

position except “AUTO”

 

 

 

 

(☞ pg. 14).

 

 

 

 

 

6.

•The Power Switch is set to

 

6.

• Set the Power Switch to

 

“AUTO”.

 

 

“PRO.” (☞ pg. 14).

 

 

 

 

 

7.

•Focus is set to “MANUAL”.

 

7.

• Set Focus to “AUTO”

 

•The recording was done in a

 

 

(☞ pg. 33).

 

dark place, or the contrast

 

 

• Clean the lens and check the

 

was low.

 

 

focus again (☞ pg. 63).

 

•The lens is dirty or covered

 

 

 

 

with condensation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

•The cassette is in the wrong

 

8.

• Set it in the right position

 

position.

 

 

(☞ pg. 10).

 

•The battery’s charge is low.

 

 

• Install a fully charged battery

 

 

 

 

(☞ pg. 6).

 

 

 

 

 

9.

•The Power Switch is not set

 

9.

• Set the Power Switch to

 

to “PLAY”.

 

 

“PLAY” (☞ pg. 38).

 

 

 

 

10.

•Your TV has AV input

 

10. • Set the TV to the mode or

 

terminals, but is not set to its

 

 

channel appropriate for video

 

VIDEO mode.

 

 

playback (☞ pg. 42, 43).

 

•The cassette’s cover is open.

 

 

• Close the cassette’s cover

 

 

 

 

(☞ pg. 10).

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents
GR-DVF7 Dear Customer It is recommended that youAbout Batteries About DV Contents Charging the Battery Pack PowerUsing the Battery Pack Charge Marker Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Choose which one means charged and which means dischargedRemove Battery Holder Pull out the battery holder Clock Lithium Battery Insertion/RemovalInsert Battery in Holder RE-INSERT HolderAccess DATE/TIME Menu Date/Time SettingsSelect Operation Mode Access Recording MenuOpen Cassette Cover ContOpen LCD Monitor INSERT/REMOVE TapeFirst move the highlight bar to REC Mode by Recording Mode SettingSET Recording Mode Set depending on your preferenceGrip Adjustment Viewfinder AdjustmentTripod Mounting Adjust LengthShoulder Strap Attachment Attach StrapPRO. mode Power Switch PositionFull Auto mode Load a CassetteRecording Stop RecordingPress Display Button Indicaitons reappearShooting While Watching The LCD Monitor Recording Basic RecordingBefore the following steps, perform pg Interface Shooting Journalistic ShootingBrightness Control Zoom Feature Picture StabilizerBasic Recording Zoom OutFeature Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimWhen blank portion is recorded on a tape Proper recordingSelect Function Recording Advanced Features EN21Displaying The Date And Time During Recording SET Function ParametersSnapshot Advanced FeaturesSnapshot Mode Selection Snapshot RecordingMotor Drive Mode EN23END Setting Using Menu For Detailed AdjustmentMake Setting Select Function Parameters in DATE/TIME Menu or System MenuFactory-preset Recording Menu ExplanationsDate/Time Menu Explanations System Menu ExplanationsFADE/WIPE Selection Fade/Wipe EffectsEffect Selection B K , , B WBefore the following steps, perform steps 1 through 3 on pg Store Scene in Memory Engage the Record-Standby modePicture Wipe or Dissolve Selection P, P, P, P , P, P and P If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during recordingFader And Wipe Menu MenuDisable Mode Recording Advanced FeaturesSelect Mode Programme AE With Special EffectsSepia ShutterTwilight MonotoneAuto Focus FocusingPatterns that are regularly repeated Adjust Focus Access Manual Mode Item MenuAccess Manual Focus END Adjustment of FocusExposure Control Access Exposure ControlIf you want to reset the exposure, repeat step To darken the imageIris Iris LockCentre SUBJECT, Lock Iris To Return To Automatic Iris ControlSelect Auto in . Or set the Power Switch to White Balance AdjustmentAccessment White Balance Adjust To Return To Automatic White BalanceExit Manual White Balance AD- Justment Enter SettingManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingPlayback Basic Playback Speaker Volume ControlRewind or Fast-forward the tape Feature Slow-Motion Playback Feature Still PlaybackFeature Shuttle Search Feature Playback ZoomEN Playback Playback MenuDisplaying The Time Code During Playback Playback SoundRecording sound Display Output sound Use the provided Audio/Video A/V cable and S-Video cable When connecting the cables, open this coverEN Playback Connections Use the provided Audio/Video A/V cableConnectvcr Camcorder to TV or Connectinput VCR Output to TV Supply PowerTurn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV Tape Dubbing Pull OUT Battery Holder Installing The BatteryRemote control uses one lithium battery CR2025 Functions ButtonsTo allow slow-speed search in either direction To stop Slow-Motion Playback in progess, press PlayEND Zoom Playback ZoomActivate Zoom DownStart Playback Accessmenu Playback Effect SelectPlayback Special Effects Select Playback EffectSET Remote to Operate VCR Random Assemble Editing R.A.EditSET REMOTE/VCR Code Operate VCRMake Connections Select ScenesUSE Programme AE with Special Effects if Necessary Select ScenesUSE FADE/WIPE on Scene Transition if Necessary Press FADE/WIPEPrepare Source Tape Automatic Editing to VCRStop Editing Prepare for R.A. Edit For More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR’S Against Camcorder Timing Choose a SceneInput Correction Data Adjustment of VCR’S Against Camcorder TimingAccess Playback Menu Close MenuPause During Dubbing Audio DubbingBegin Dubbing Stop DubbingOriginal and new tracks are combined and output in stereo New track is output on both L and R channels in stereoCorrective Action When using Picture Wipe Snapshot mode cannot be used Digital Zoom does not workShutter mode of Programme Delay of a fraction of aPicture Wipe function does not work Places subject to low Adjust the brightnessCamcorder When the LCD monitor’s Fluorescent light reaches Disappear Than 1 second to makeImages on the LCD monitor are jittery Battery pack, etc., clockRear of the LCD monitor is hot LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blinkRecommended to charge it Power lamp blinks There are disturbances in audioTemperature To protect the battery, it is Charging is difficult in placesClean Lens Clean ExteriorClean LCD Monitor After Use64EN Connectors to r are located beneath Video Light Switch$ Power Switch Battery Release Switch External Stereo Microphone Input Connector MICFunction IndicationsLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Recording 444Indications Function LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During PlaybackFunction Date/Time Display Pg , 7Pg , 42 Exposure Control ...................................... pgTo avoid hazard For safety, do notAvoid using the unit During useTo protect the unit, do not To prolong service lifeDo not leave the unit To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, do notCamcorder AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V15EGConnectors GeneralGR-DVF7
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