JVC GR-DVA1, LYT0217-001A manual 56 EN, Possible Causes Corrective Action

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56EN

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

 

 

POSSIBLE CAUSES

 

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1.

No power is supplied.

 

1.

•The power is not connected

 

1.

•Connect the AC Power

 

 

 

 

properly.

 

 

Adapter/Charger securely

 

 

 

 

•The battery is dead.

 

 

(pg. 9).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•Replace the dead battery

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with a fully charged one

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(pg. 8).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

“SET DATE/TIME!”

 

2.

•The clock lithium battery is

 

2.

•Install a battery or replace

 

appears.

 

 

either not installed or has

 

 

the old battery with a new

 

 

 

 

discharged.

 

 

one (pg. 10).

 

 

 

 

•The previously set date/time

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

is erased.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Recording cannot be

 

3.

•The tape’s record safety tab

 

3.

•Set the tape’s record safety

 

performed.

 

 

is set to “SAVE”.

 

 

tab to “REC” (pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

•The Power Switch is set to

 

 

•Set the Power Switch to

 

 

 

 

“PLAY”.

 

 

“AUTO” or “PRO.”

 

 

 

 

•“TAPE END” appears.

 

 

(pg. 16).

 

 

 

 

•The cassette’s cover is open.

 

 

•Replace with new cassette

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•Close the cassette’s cover.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

There is no playback

 

4.

•The camcorder is not getting

 

4.

•Turn the camcorder’s power

 

picture.

 

 

power, or some other

 

 

off and on again

 

 

 

 

malfunction exists.

 

 

(pg. 16).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.

Some functions are not

 

5.

•The Power Switch is set to

 

5.

•Set the Power Switch to any

 

available using MENU.

 

 

“AUTO”.

 

 

position except “AUTO”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(pg. 16).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6.

During shooting, some

 

6.

•The Power Switch is set to

 

6.

•Set the Power Switch to

 

functions are not available

 

 

“AUTO”.

 

 

“PRO.” (pg. 16).

 

using the Select Dial.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

The focus does not adjust

 

7.

•Focus is set to “MANUAL”.

 

7.

•Set Focus to “AUTO”

 

automatically.

 

 

•The recording was done in a

 

 

(pg. 33).

 

 

 

 

dark place, or the contrast

 

 

•Clean the lens and check

 

 

 

 

was low.

 

 

the focus again (pg. 61).

 

 

 

 

•The lens is dirty or covered

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

with condensation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

The cassette will not load

 

8.

•The cassette is in the wrong

 

8.

•Set it in the right position

 

properly.

 

 

position.

 

 

(pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

•The battery’s charge is low.

 

 

•Install a fully charged

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

battery (pg. 8).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9.

Play, Rewind and Fast-

 

9.

•The Power Switch is not set

 

9.

•Set the Power Switch to

 

Forward functions do not

 

 

to “PLAY”.

 

 

“PLAY” (pg. 38).

 

work.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents GR-DVA1 For Customer UseIt is recommended that you For clock operation and remote control unitDear Customer Power Sources Power Cord ProtectionPower Lines Grounding or PolarizationAccessories CleaningDamage Requiring Service Replacement PartsBN-V11U About BatteriesAA-V15U Video AudioContents Using the Battery Pack PowerCharging the Battery Pack Charge Marker Using AC PowerUsing a CAR Battery Insert Battery in Holder 10 ENGetting Started RE-INSERT HolderDate/Time Settings Select Operation ModeAccess Recording Menu Access DATE/TIME Menu12 EN Loading/Unloading a CassetteOpen Cassette Cover INSERT/REMOVE TapeRecording Mode Setting SET Recording ModeFirst move the highlight bar to REC Mode by Set depending on your preference14 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Adjust Length Shoulder Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Attach StrapPower Switch Position 16 ENRecording Basic Recording Load a CassettePress Display Button Viewfinder IndicationsStop Recording Feature Picture Stabilizer 18 ENBasic Recording ZoomBattery power Feature Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Proper recording Basic FeaturesWhen blank portion is recorded on a tape Recording Advanced Features EN21 Displaying The Date And Time During RecordingSelect Function SET Function ParametersAdvanced Features 22 ENRecording SnapshotMotor Drive Mode EN2324 EN Recording Advanced FeaturesUsing Menu For Detailed Adjustment Recording Menu Explanations Date/Time Menu Explanations System Menu ExplanationsFade/Wipe Effects Effect SelectionFADE/WIPE Selection B K , , B W28 EN Picture Wipe or Dissolve Selection P, P, P, P , P, P and PStart Recording Before the following steps, perform steps 1 through 3 on pgFader And Wipe Menu Select Mode Disable Mode30 EN Program AE With Special EffectsShutter TwilightSepia MonotoneFocusing 32 ENAuto Focus Patterns that are regularly repeatedAccess Manual Mode Item Menu Access Manual FocusAdjust Focus END Adjustment of FocusAccess Exposure Control 34 ENExposure Control To darken the imageIris Lock Center SUBJECT, Lock IrisIris To Return To Automatic Iris ControlWhite Balance Adjustment Accessment White Balance AdjustSelect Auto in . Or set the Power Switch to 36 ENEnter Setting Exit Manual White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation SET Manual White Balance38 EN Playback Basic PlaybackRewind or Fast-forward the tape Play BackFeature Still Playback Feature Shuttle SearchFeature Slow-Motion Playback Feature Playback ZoomPlayback Advanced Features Access Playback Menu40 EN Playback MenuRecording sound Display Output sound Playback SoundDisplaying The Time Code During Playback Connectors 42 ENPlayback ConnectionsConnectvcr Camcorder to TV or Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV44 EN Tape DubbingUsing the Remote Control Unit EN45 Installing The BatteryPull OUT Battery Holder Remote control uses one lithium battery CR2025EN Using the Remote Control Unit FunctionsButtons RM-V712U onlyTo stop Slow-Motion Playback in progess, press Play Feature Slow-Motion Playback RM-V712U onlyTo allow slow-speed search in either direction Using the Remote Control Unit 48 ENPlayback Zoom Activate ZoomAccessmenu Playback Effect Select Playback Special EffectsStart Playback Select Playback Effect50 EN 9 `SET REMOTE/VCR Code Operate VCRMake Connections Select Scenes52 EN Select ScenesUSE FADE/WIPE on Scene Transition if Necessary USE Program AE with Special Effects if NecessaryStop Editing Automatic Editing to VCRPrepare Source Tape Diagnosing VCR’S Against Camcorder Timing 54 ENFor More Accurate Editing Adjustment of VCR’S Against Camcorder Timing Input Correction Data56 EN Possible Causes Corrective ActionVideo mode Video playback Set the Power Switch to Effects and Fade/WipeSelected the mode For editing was registered Completed pg Being used in a sceneRecording Menu Use the Picture Wipe Function pg Troubleshooting58 EN Indicators On Screen is set to Set on Screen to on OFF in the Date/Time Date/Time Menu ScreenEx. fingerprints Cause damage AE with special effects60 EN Possible CausesCleaning The Camcorder After Use62EN # $ t %Video Light Switch $ Power Switch Battery Release SwitchClock Battery Slot Tripod Mounting Socket Select Dial +, -, Push @ MENU/DISPLAY Button64 EN IndexIndications Viewfinder Indications During RecordingError Refer Manual VolumeViewfinder Indications During Playback SOUND1 Tape END66 EN Using Household AC Plug Adapter InformationFor safety, do not Avoid using the unitDo not leave the unit To protect the unit, do notSpecifications AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V15UConnectors CamcorderMemo Memo GR-DVA1