JVC GR-DVL505, GR-DVL805 62 EN, Corrective Action, Focus does not adjust automatically

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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 wait a few minutes; 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 picture.

5.Some functions are not available using MENU/

BRIGHT.

6.The focus does not adjust automatically.

		POSSIBLE CAUSES			CORRECTIVE ACTION
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, 9).

2.	• The date/time is not set.				2. •Set the date/time ( pg. 11).
	• The built-in clock battery				•Consult your nearest JVC
	has run out and the				dealer for replacement.
	previously set date/time has
	been erased.

3. — For Video Recording —					3. •Set the tape’s erase
	• The tape’s erase protection				protection tab to “REC”
	tab is set to “SAVE”.				( pg. 12).
	• The Power Switch is set to				•Set the Power Switch to
	“	” or “OFF”.			“	” or “ ” ( pg. 15).
	• The VIDEO/DSC Switch is				•Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch
	set to “		”.		to “VIDEO”.
	• “TAPE END” appears.				•Replace with new cassette
	• The cassette holder cover is				( pg. 12).
	open.				•Close the cassette holder
	— For D.S.C. Recording —				cover.
	• The VIDEO/DSC Switch is				•Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch
	set to “VIDEO”.				to “	”.
	• The camcorder’s built-in				•Delete unwanted still
	memory is full.				images ( pg. 40).

4.	• The camcorder is not getting				4. •Turn the camcorder’s power
	power, or some other				off and on again ( pg. 15).
	malfunction exists.

5. • The Power Switch is set to					5. •Set the Power Switch to
	“	”.			“	” ( pg. 15).

6. • Focus is set to the Manual					6. •Set Focus to the Auto mode
	mode.				( pg. 23).
	• The recording was done in a				•Clean the lens and check
	dark place, or the contrast				the focus again ( pg. 76).
	was low.

•The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

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Contents GR-DVL805 GR-DVL505 Dear Customer It is recommended that youPower Lines Power SourcesPower Cord Protection Grounding or PolarizationDamage Requiring Service AccessoriesCleaning Replacement PartsSafety Precautions Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV markFor remote control unit AC Power Adapter/Charger Remote Control UnitAA-V40U RM-V716U AAA R03 Battery x Shoulder Strap Editing CableAutomatic Demonstration Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures PowerCharging the Battery Pack About BatteriesTo Detach The Battery Pack Using the Battery PackUsing AC Power Approximate recording time10 EN Grip AdjustmentViewfinder Adjustment Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings EN1112 EN Loading/Unloading a CassetteEN13 Recording Mode SettingSet the tape recording mode depending on your preference During playback of a tape recorded on anotherPicture Quality Mode Setting 14 ENVIDEO/DSC Switch Position Operation ModePower Switch Position Manual EN1516 EN Power pgTo Adjust The Brightness Of The Display Load a Cassette pgSELF-RECORDING EN17Journalistic Shooting During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker18 EN Power Switch Snapshot For Video RecordingSnapshot Mode Selection Snapshot RecordingImage is stored in the camcorder’s built-in memory Basic Shooting SnapshotAvailable Snapshot modes are the same as those on pg To Delete Unwanted Still ImagesZoom Slide the Power Zoom Lever towards T20 EN Zoom OutProper recording When a blank portion is recorded on a tapeEN21 22 EN Feature Video LightTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as requiredEN23 Feature Auto FocusFeature Manual Focus To obtain correct focusSee pg Go to stepMenu Screen Explanations EN25When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes Side LED indicator p , 75 lights on the camcorder whenPower Switch is set to or When shooting dark or dim subjectsEN27 To Deactivate The Selected Effect Fade/Wipe EffectsPicture Wipe or Dissolve Selection Sound at the end of the last recorded scene is not storedMenu EN29Fader And Wipe Menu Slow Slow Shutter To Deactivate The Selected ModeProgram AE With Special Effects SlowEN31 Exposure ControlIris Lock To Return To Automatic White Balance White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation To Change The Tint For RecordingEN33 To Control The Speaker VolumeAvailable only with the remote control provided pg Playback Zoom and Playback Special EffectsUsing Menus For Detailed Adjustment EN35 Playback SoundDisplay 36 EN Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch toPower Switch to Normal PlaybackEN37 Index ScreenIndex Playback To stop the Slide Show, press 38 ENSlide Show After , press 4/6. To stop the Slide Show, pressTo Protect AN Image Protecting ImagesEN39 To Remove Protection40 EN To Delete ALL ImagesYou can initialize the camcorder’s built-in memory anytime Initializing The Built-in MemoryEN41 42 EN VCRTo monitor the picture and sound from If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to stepEN43 Date/time information cannot be captured into the PC 44 ENConnection To a Personal Computer Make sure all units are turned off Connection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV ConnectorEN45 Core filter reduces interference 46 ENDubbing To a VCR YTU94146A S-Video cableTo use this camcorder as a player Make sure the camcorder’s power is offEN47 Memory To a Tape Indicator disappears when dubbing is complete48 EN Dubbing Images Recorded On a Tape To The Built-in Memory EN4950 EN Installing The BatteriesRe-attach the battery compartment cover EN51 FF ButtonFeature Playback Zoom Feature Slow-Motion PlaybackFeature Frame-By-Frame Playback 52 ENFeature Playback Special Effects EN53SET REMOTE/VCR Code 54 ENRandom Assemble Editing R.A.Edit You are now ready to try Random Assemble EditingMake Connections JVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connectorEN55 VCR other than above56 EN Select ScenesEN57 Automatic Editing to VCRDiagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER Timing 58 ENFor More Accurate Editing Recording deckAdjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing EN59To hear the dubbed sound during playback 60 ENAudio Dubbing Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio DubbingInsert Editing EN6162 EN Focus does not adjust automaticallyClean the lens and check Corrective ActionEffects you want before EN63Digital Zoom does not work For editing was registered Starting editing pgTroubleshooting 64 ENEN65 Images stored in the built- in memory cannot be deletedAngle of the LCD monitor When the LCD monitors66 EN WhitishOr channel appropriate EN67An unusual mark appears 68 EN Function Mode pgDuring Video Recording Only 70 EN Auto PhotoEN71 LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video PlaybackLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback Switch is set to or and the VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to Displays the battery remaining powerAppears when no tape is loaded pg VIDEO/DSC Switch is set to VideoVIDEO/DSC Switch is set to Appears when the date/time is not set pgFor replacement Audio pg74 EN 345 6 7 # $ %EN75 After Use Cleaning The Camcorder76 EN EN77 To prevent damage and prolong service lifeTemperature Range Specifications To avoid hazards . . .Terminals78 EN EN79 Date/Time Display pg , 34 80 EN pg , 9 Icons pgEN81 For Digital Video Camera 82 ENFor General For Digital Still CameraFor Connectors EN83GR-DVL505