JVC GR-DVL815, GR-DVL510, GR-DVL310 specifications 72 EN, 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 Adapter, etc.) and wait a few minutes; 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 Adapter

 

 

 

 

properly.

 

 

securely ( pg. 9).

 

 

 

 

• The battery is dead.

 

 

• Replace the dead battery with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

a fully charged one

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

( pg. 8, 9).

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

“SET DATE/TIME!” appears.

2.

• The date/time is not set.

2.

• Set the date/time ( pg. 11).

 

 

 

 

• The built-in clock battery has

 

 

• Consult your nearest JVC

 

 

 

 

run out and the previously set

 

 

dealer for replacement.

 

 

 

 

date/time has been erased.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

Recording cannot be

 

3. — For Video Recording —

3.

• Set the tape’s erase protection

 

performed.

 

 

• The tape’s erase protection tab

 

 

tab to “REC” ( pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

is set to “SAVE”.

 

 

• Set the Power Switch to “ ”

 

 

 

 

• The Power Switch is set to

 

 

or “ ” ( pg. 17).

 

 

 

 

“

” or “OFF”.

 

 

• Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to

 

 

 

 

• The VIDEO/DSC Switch is set

 

 

“VIDEO”.

 

 

 

 

to “

”.

 

 

• Replace with new cassette

 

 

 

 

• “TAPE END” appears.

 

 

( pg. 12).

 

 

 

 

• The cassette holder cover is

 

 

• Close the cassette holder

 

 

 

 

open.

 

 

 

cover.

 

 

 

 

 

— For D.S.C. Recording —

 

 

• Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch to

 

 

 

 

• The VIDEO/DSC Switch is set

 

 

“

”.

 

 

 

 

to “VIDEO”.

 

 

•Delete unwanted still images

 

 

 

 

• The camcorder’s built-in

 

 

( pg. 32).

 

 

 

 

memory is full.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.

There is no picture.

4.

• The camcorder is not getting

4.

• Turn the camcorder’s power

 

 

 

 

power, or some other

 

 

off and on again ( pg. 17).

 

 

 

 

malfunction exists.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. The focus does not adjust

 

5. • Focus is set to the Manual

5.

• Set Focus to the Auto mode

 

automatically.

 

 

mode.

 

 

 

( pg. 43).

 

 

 

 

• The recording was done in a

 

 

• Clean the lens and check the

 

 

 

 

dark place, or the contrast

 

 

focus again ( pg. 77).

 

 

 

 

was low.

 

 

 

 

•The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

6.

The cassette will not load

6.

• The cassette is in the wrong

6.

• Set it in the right position

 

properly.

 

position.

 

( pg. 12).

 

 

 

• The battery’s charge is low.

 

• Install a fully charged battery

 

 

 

 

 

( pg. 8, 9).

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.

The memory card will not

7.

• The memory card is in the

7.

• Set it in the right position

 

load properly.

 

wrong position.

 

( pg. 14).

 

 

 

 

 

 

8.

Snapshot mode cannot be

8.

• The Squeeze mode is

8.

• Disengage the Squeeze mode

 

used.

 

selected.

 

( pg. 48).

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Contents GR-DVL915 GR-DVL815 GR-DVL510 GR-DVL310 Dear Customer It is recommended that youImportant Safety Instructions Make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark Memory cards can be used with GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 onlyAC Adapter Memory Card MB GR-DVL915/ DVL815 only orAudio/Video Cable Editing Cable Ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug PC Connection CableHow To Attach The Lens Cap Automatic DemonstrationContents Getting StartedPower Charging the Battery PackTo Detach The Battery Pack Slide BAT. Release and pull out the battery packUsing the Battery Pack Using AC PowerAbout Batteries Selection in the AC range from 110 V to 240Grip Adjustment Viewfinder Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings EN1112 EN Loading/Unloading a CassetteApproximate recording time Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preferenceEN13 Picture Quality Mode Setting Loading a Memory CardGR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only To Unload a Memory CardContents Video Recording & PlaybackTo Adjust The Brightness Of The Display 16 ENVideo Recording Basic RecordingOperation Mode EN17Journalistic Shooting SELF-RECORDINGSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T 18 ENZoom Zoom OutFeature Video Light To brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dimEN19 Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as requiredWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape 20 ENTime Code Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Video PlaybackNormal Playback EN2122 EN If using a VCR . . . go to step If not . . . go to step EN23Set on Screen to LCD or LCD/TV in the Menu Screen  pg To cancel Blank Search midway 24 ENBlank Search Press Blank SearchDigital Still Camera C. Recording Playback Snapshot Mode Selection 26 ENBasic Shooting Snapshot Snapshot RecordingWhen unwanted still images are stored in the memory When you do not want to hear the shutter sound, setEN27 To Delete Unwanted Still ImagesPower Switch to 28 ENAuto Playback Index Screen Index PlaybackEN29 30 EN Jump PlaybackProtecting Images EN31To Protect AN Image To Remove Protection32 EN Deleting ImagesTo Delete the Displayed Image To Select AN Image by BrowsingEN33 To Delete ALL ImagesBefore doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on pg To Reset The Setting 34 ENTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each To Reset The No. Of Prints EN35To Print by Selecting Still Images and NO. of Prints 36 EN Initializing a Memory CardYou can initialize a memory card anytime Advanced Features For Recording38 EN For RecordingNight-Alive Program AE With Special EffectsEN39 Gives recorded scenes a strobe effectYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots Slow Slow Shutter40 EN Fade/Wipe EffectsFADE/WIPE Selection Picture Wipe or Dissolve SelectionEN41 Fader And Wipe Menu42 EN Snapshot For Video RecordingFeature Auto Focus Feature Manual FocusEN43 To obtain correct focus44 EN Exposure ControlIris Lock White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance OperationEN45 To Return To Automatic White BalanceEN Using Menus for Detailed Adjustment For Recording MenuIf you have selected WIPE/FADER Program AE or W. Balance See pgEN47 Menu Screen ExplanationsMacro Wide OFFCinema Wind OFFEN49 Following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp  pg For Playback MenuDisplay EN51Playback Sound 52 EN DubbingDubbing To Or From a VCR To use this camcorder as a playerEN53 54 EN To a Tape GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 onlyDubbing Images Recorded On a Tape To a Images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory cardInstalling The Batteries RM-V716U or RM-V715U, provided Installing The Battery RM-V700U, optional56 EN $ % EN57Using the Remote Control Unit 58 ENFeature Slow-Motion Playback Feature Frame-By-Frame PlaybackFeature Playback Special Effects GR-DVL915/DVL815 only EN59Feature Playback Zoom 60 ENPress Play 4 to find the scene of interest PlayVCR Code List EN61SET REMOTE/VCR Code For GR-DVL510/DVL310 Owners Use the optionalJVC VCR equipped with a remote pause connector 62 ENMake Connections VCR other than aboveEN63 Select ScenesFor GR-DVL915/DVL815 Owners 64 EN Automatic Editing to VCRAdjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing For More Accurate EditingEN65 Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingSet 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen  pg 66 ENAudio Dubbing To hear the dubbed sound during playbackEN67 Insert Editing GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 onlyUsing USB or PC connection cable Using DV cableUsing DV cable AUsing USB or PC connection cableConnection To a Video Unit Equipped With a DV Connector EN6970 EN ReferencesPower DetailsEN71  pg72 EN Corrective ActionEN73 Troubleshooting 74 ENEN75 76 EN User Maintenance After Use Cleaning The CamcorderTurn off the camcorder 78 EN 5 6 @ # $EN79 80 EN Sound 1 2B I TAppears and blinks during shooting.  pg Standard in order of qualityEN81 Displays the sound mode Level indicator moves Displays the dateLCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback Bright Displays the brightness of the LCDEN83 Indications FunctionInsert Error Card ErrorProtection Switch Unit in SafeguardEN85 USA86 EN Store cassettesEN87 88 EN TermsEN89 Time Code  pg , 49, 5090 EN For GeneralFor Digital Video Camera For Connectors EN91For Digital Still Camera GR-DVL915/DVL815/DVL510 only GR-DVL310
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The JVC GR-DVL815 is a compact and portable digital camcorder that made its mark in the early 2000s, combining functionality with user-friendly features. Designed for both amateur and semi-professional videographers, this camcorder offers a versatile solution for capturing high-quality video content.

One of the standout features of the JVC GR-DVL815 is its 1/4-inch CCD sensor, which allows for vibrant image quality and enhanced performance in various lighting conditions. With a resolution of 800,000 pixels, it captures crisp, clear images that are suitable for home videos and more serious projects alike. Additionally, the camcorder supports Digital Video (DV) format, providing excellent video clarity and minimizing artifacts during compression.

The GR-DVL815 offers a 10x optical zoom and a 700x digital zoom, giving users the ability to capture distant subjects with remarkable detail. The zoom mechanism is smooth and responsive, allowing for seamless transitions and dynamic shots. The camcorder is equipped with a 2.5-inch LCD screen, which provides a clear view of the shot being captured, making it easier to frame scenes and navigate menus.

In terms of connectivity, the JVC GR-DVL815 features a FireWire (IEEE 1394) port for easy transfer of video content to a computer for editing. This connectivity option was particularly valuable during its time, as it allowed for quick and efficient imports, eliminating the need for extra conversion steps. Moreover, the camcorder includes an A/V output, enabling easy connection to TVs and other video equipment, facilitating playback directly from the device.

The GR-DVL815 also boasts a range of recording formats, including SP (Standard Play) and LP (Long Play), allowing users to choose between video quality and recording time. The camcorder supports MiniDV tapes, another feature that was popular due to the compact size of the media and the high-quality recording it allowed.

Battery life is another essential aspect, and the GR-DVL815 delivers with a reliable power management system that provides ample recording time on a full charge. The lightweight and ergonomic design of the camcorder ensures comfort during extended shooting sessions.

Overall, the JVC GR-DVL815 is a well-rounded camcorder that combines essential features, solid performance, and ease of use, making it a popular choice for those looking to document significant moments of their lives or engage in creative video projects. Its blend of optical zoom capabilities, digital connectivity, and intuitive design solidified its place in the hearts of early 2000s videographers and hobbyists.
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