JVC GR-DVL725 instruction manual 68 EN, Date/time is not set, Or OFF, To Video There is no picture

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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.	• The power is not connected	• Connect the AC Adapter securely
	properly.	( pg. 9).
	• The battery is dead.	• Replace the dead battery with a
		fully charged one ( pg. 8, 9).

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

3 Recording cannot be	— For Tape Recording —	• Set the tape’s erase protection tab
performed.	• The tape’s erase protection tab is	to “REC”( pg. 12).			” or
	set to “SAVE”.	• Set the Power Switch to “			” or
	• The Power Switch is set to “PLAY”	“		AUTO
	• The Power Switch is set to “PLAY”	“		” ( pg. 17).
		MANUAL
	or “OFF”.	• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
	• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set	“VIDEO”.
	to “MEMORY”.	• Replace with new cassette
	• “TAPE END” appears.	( pg. 12).
	• The cassette holder cover is open.	• Close the cassette holder cover.
	— For Memory Card Recording —	• Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
	• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set	“MEMORY”.
	to “VIDEO”.

4 There is no picture.	• The camcorder is not getting power,	• Turn the camcorder’s power off and
	or some other malfunction exists.	on again ( pg. 17).
5 The focus does not adjust	• Focus is set to the Manual mode.	• Set Focus to the Auto mode
automatically.	• The recording was done in a dark	( pg. 41).
	place, or the contrast was low.	• Clean the lens and check the focus
	• The lens is dirty or covered with	again ( pg. 74).
	condensation.

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Contents GR-DVL820 GR-DVL725 Dear Customer It is recommended that youImportant Product Safety Instructions Before recording an important scene Camcorder Already attached toAutomatic Demonstration takes place when Demo Mode is set to on factory-presetHow To Attach The Lens Cap Lock ButtonGetting Started Power Charging the Battery PackBattery pack Charging time To Detach The Battery PackUsing the Battery Pack Using AC PowerAbout Batteries Approximate recording timeGrip Adjustment Viewfinder Adjustment10 EN Shoulder Strap AttachmentDate/Time Settings Set the Power Switch toMENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Lamp Lock Button DisplayLoading/Unloading a Cassette Approximate recording time Tape Recording mode12 EN Recording Mode Setting Set the tape recording mode depending on your preferenceMenu Screen Sub MenuPicture Quality/Image Size Setting 14 ENLoading a Memory Card To Unload a Memory CardTape Recording To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display 16 ENBasic Recording To Stop RecordingOperation Mode Power Switch PositionVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position Journalistic ShootingSlide the Power Zoom Lever towards T 18 ENZoom Zoom OutTo brighten the scene when natural lighting is too dim Set Light OFF/AUTO/ON as required OFF Turns off the lightWhen a blank portion is recorded on a tape 20 ENTime Code Proper recordingTo Control The Speaker Volume Normal Playback22 EN ConnectionsIf using a VCR . . . go to step TV to its Video modeMake sure all units are turned off Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as shownTo cancel Blank Search midway 24 ENBlank Search PressMemory Card 26 EN Basic Shooting SnapshotImage Size/Picture SD Memory Card MultiMediaCard Quality To Protect Valuable Files available only for SD Memory CardTo Remove The Shutter Sound Power Switch For Auto Playback 28 ENAuto Playback Rewind Button Play/Pause Button Stop ButtonRemoving On-Screen Display Index PlaybackViewing File Information Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of files 30 ENProtecting Files To Remove ProtectionTo cancel deletion, select Return MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Power Switch Lock ButtonDeleting Files Display Menu ScreenTo Reset The Setting 32 ENTo Print ALL Still Images ONE Print for Each Dpof ScreenTo Reset The No. Of Prints To Print by Selecting Still Images NO. of PrintsFast-Forward 3 Button Rewind Button MENU/BRIGHT Wheel Display Dpof Screen34 EN Making a New FolderInitializing a Memory Card Folder and File namesAdvanced Features To Deactivate The Selected Mode 36 ENNight-Alive Program AE With Special EffectsYour recording looks like a series of consecutive snapshots Sports Variable Shutter Speed 1/250 1/4000Gives recorded scenes a strobe effect To Deactivate The Selected Effect 38 ENFade/Wipe Effects Fader And Wipe Menu Menu EffectSnapshot Mode Selection 40 ENSnapshot For Tape Recording Snapshot RecordingWhile focusing on a nearer subject To obtain correct focusFocus detection zone SubjectIris Lock 42 ENExposure Control To Return To Automatic White Balance White Balance AdjustmentManual White Balance Operation 44 EN For Recording MenuBalance If you have selected Camera MANUAL, SYSTEM, Display or DSCFactory-preset Menu Screen Explanations10X 40X46 EN Demonstration starts in the following cases Automatic demonstration will not take placeCan be used to confirm how these functions operate For Playback Menu Following procedure applies to all except Synchro Comp pg48 EN Playback Sound DisplayConnector cover Power Switch To AV Audio/Video 50 ENDubbing To Or From a VCR To S-VIDEO Or OUTVIDEO/MEMORY Switch To use this camcorder as a playerWant to begin recording To DVPlay/Pause Button 4/6 Wheel 52 ENLock Button Display Menu Screen RM-V717U TabRM-V715U Lock hole54 EN @ INT. Time Button Self Timer Button # Pause in Connector RM-V715U Provided withGR-DVL725 only REC Time Button ANIM. Button START/STOP Button56 EN To allow frame-by-frame search during tape playbackTo allow you to add creative effects to the playback image RM-V717U Provided with GR-DVL820 onlyDown Left ButtonRight Button Normal playbackFor GR-DVL725 Owners Use the optional 58 ENSET REMOTE/VCR Code Connect the editing cable to the Remote Pause connector Connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT ConnectorMake Connections Also refer to pg60 EN Select ScenesFor GR-DVL820 Owners Editing MenuAutomatic Editing to VCR Adjustment of VCR/CAMCORDER Timing 62 ENFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/CAMCORDER TimingTo hear the dubbed sound during playback Set 12BIT Mode to Sound 2 or MIX Menu Screen pgAudio Dubbing 64 EN Insert Editing Using USB cable Using DV cable Power Switch To DV To USB66 EN When a cassette at its end is loaded Cassette holder opens. Do not use forceRecedes completely before closing the cassette holder cover Actually starts recording68 EN Date/time is not setOr OFF To Video There is no picture10X optical zoom is selected Set Zoom to 40X or 700X To MemoryVIDEO pg If you want the lighting to lookWhen shooting a subject 70 ENIlluminated by bright light Nearest JVC dealerSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Distorted 72 ENLCD monitor image is Indication remains even though You repeat the above two or threeTimes, please consult your nearest JVC dealerAfter Use Cleaning The Camcorder74 EN When using the AC Adapter in areas other than the USA To prevent damage and prolong service lifeUse only the following batteries AAA R03 size x To avoid hazards76 EN About moisture condensation Serious malfunctioningDeclaration of Conformity Model Number Trade Name78 EN Power requirement A. and Canada Compression systemFile size Picture qualityIndex Controls, Connectors And Indicators 80 ENBattery Release Button Power SwitchVIDEO/MEMORY Switch Video Light Switch pg1024 82 ENIndex Indications Auto and the shutter speed is being Appears when the Power Switch is set toAppears when Gain UP is set to 84 EN LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Tape Playback2B I T Blank SearchIndications 86 EN Backlight Compensation pg , 9Channels Left/Right Darken The LCD MonitorSee previous page as well Unload a TapeWhite Balance