JVC GR-DX107, GR-DX307, GR-DX317 Power, Advanced features, Video and D.S.C. Recording

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem

Video and D.S.C. Playback

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.

Power

No power is supplied.

The power is not connected properly.

HConnect the AC Adapter securely. ( pg. 11)

The battery pack is not attached firmly.

HDetach the battery pack once again and re-attach it firmly. ( pg. 11)

The battery is dead.

HReplace the dead battery with a fully charged one. ( pg. 11)

The tape is moving, but there is no picture.

Your TV has AV input terminals, but is not set to its VIDEO

mode.

HSet the TV to the mode or channel appropriate for video playback. ( pg. 18)

The cassette holder cover is open.

HClose the cassette holder cover. ( pg. 14)

Blocks of noise appear during playback, or there is no playback picture and the screen becomes blue.

HClean the video heads with an optional cleaning cassette. ( pg. 50)

Advanced features

The focus does not adjust automatically.

Focus is set to the Manual mode.

HSet Focus to the Auto mode. ( pg. 32)

The lens is dirty or covered with condensation.

HClean the lens and check the focus again. ( pg. 48)

Video and D.S.C. Recording

Recording cannot be performed.

The tape’s erase protection tab is set to “SAVE”.

HSet the tape’s erase protection tab to “REC”. ( pg. 14)

“TAPE END” appears.

HReplace with new cassette. ( pg. 14)

The cassette holder cover is open. HClose the cassette holder cover.

When shooting a subject illuminated by bright light, vertical lines appear.

This is not a malfunction.

In the 5-Second mode, recording ends before 5 seconds have elapsed.

The 5-Second mode is set to “Anim.” in MANUAL Menu. HSet “5S” to “5S” in MANUAL Menu. ( pg. 27, 32)

Snapshot mode cannot be used.

The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected.

HDisengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode. ( pg. 27, 29)

The colour of Snapshot looks strange.

The light source or the subject does not include white. Or

there are various different light sources behind the subject. HFind a white subject and compose your shot so that it also

appears in the frame. ( pg. 21, 32)

When the screen is under direct sunlight during shooting, the screen becomes red or black for an instant.

This is not a malfunction.

During recording, the date/ time does not appear.

“DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF”.

HSet “DATE/TIME” to “ON”. ( pg. 27, 29)

The LCD monitor or viewfinder indications blink.

Certain Wipe/Fader effects, certain modes of Program AE

with special effects, “DIS” and other functions that cannot be used together are selected at the same time.

HRe-read the sections covering Wipe/Fader effects, Program AE with special effects and “DIS”.

( pg. 27, 28, 34, 35)

Digital Zoom does not work.

10X optical zoom is selected.

HSet “ZOOM” to “40X” or “500X”. ( pg. 28)

The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”. HSet the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”.

The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.

Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. HPress BACK LIGHT. ( pg. 33)

The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.

The subject is too bright.

HSet “r” to “SPOTLIGHT”. ( pg. 35)

White Balance cannot be activated.

The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated.

HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting White Balance. ( pg. 35)

The Black & White Fader does not work.

The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is

activated.

HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). ( pg. 27, 35)

The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow.

When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO”.

HIf you want the lighting to look more natural, set “GAIN UP” to “AGC” or “OFF”. ( pg. 27, 28)

REFERENCES

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Contents Dear Customer To deactivate the demonstration, set Demo Mode to OFFBacklight Compensation Wipe/Fader EffectsProgram AE with Special Effects Navigation FunctionBlue to N Neutral or Black Brown to L Live or Red Important for owners in the U.KIt is recommended that you use JVC brand cassette tapes Before Using This CamcorderReferences When Using the LCD Monitor IndexEN Getting Started Indicators ConnectorsControls Other PartsDuring E-Mail Clip Recording During D.S.C. Recording OnlyDuring Both Video And D.S.C. Recording CL IPDuring D.S.C. Playback During Video PlaybackMIC BR I GHTHow To Use The Audio Extension Cable How To Attach The Lens CapAudio Extension Cable USB cableCharging The Battery Pack PowerUsing The Battery Pack Using AC PowerOperation Mode Date/Time SettingsPower-Linked Operation Viewfinder Adjustment Grip AdjustmentTripod Mounting StartedTo protect valuable recordings Loading/Unloading a CassetteClose the card cover To protect valuable files available only for SD Memory CardBasic Recording Tape Remaining TimeLCD Monitor And Viewfinder Zooming EN Video RecordingJournalistic Shooting Interface ShootingTime Code Normal PlaybackRecording From The Middle Of a Tape Video Playback ENIf using a VCR, go to . If not, go to step EN Video PlaybackShuttle Search Connections To a TV Or VCR Buttons And Functions Installing The BatteryTo choose whether or not the following displays Appear on the connected TVSlow-Motion Playback Playback Special EffectsFrame-By-Frame Playback Playback ZoomC. Recording EN To cancel Interval Shooting modeInterval Shooting Approximate Number of Storable ImagesAuto Playback Of Images Normal Playback Of ImagesPlayback Of Video Clips EN D.S.C. PlaybackIndex Playback Of Files Removing On-Screen DisplayViewing File Information To reset the file name Resetting The File NameMail Clip Recording Dubbing Still Images Recorded On a Tape To a Memory CardProtecting Files Deleting FilesTo Remove Protection To Reset The Number Of Prints EN Additional Features for D.S.CInitialising a Memory Card To Print By Selecting Still Images And Number Of PrintsMenus without Sub Menus Changing The Menu SettingsMenus with Sub Menus For Video and D.S.C. Recording MenusRecording Menus EN Menus for Detailed AdjustmentAuto 5SEC / 15SEC / 30SEC / 60SEC pg , Brightness Adjustment Of The Display Wide ModePlayback Menus Sound Mode and NarrationFine / Standard Image SEL. / Tape SEL. / ALL / ReturnLED Light Self-TimerOFF / LCD / LCD/TV OFF / Auto / onSecond Recording EN Features for RecordingNight-Scope Snapshot For Video RecordingIris Lock Exposure ControlBacklight Compensation Spot Exposure ControlTo change the setting White Balance AdjustmentWipe Or Fader Effects To return to automatic white balanceNavigation Function Program AE With Special EffectsSports Variable Shutter Speed 1/250 1/4000To cancel Navigation search midway To delete thumbnail imagesTo make thumbnail images after video recording manually Editing EN Dubbing To Or From a VCRTo use this camcorder as a player To use this camcorder as a recorderEN Editing DubbingAny image or sound deterioration ManualUsing DV cable Connection To a Personal Computer Using USB cableUsing USB cable Using DV cable Never disconnect the USB cable whileInsert Editing Audio DubbingSet Narration to on or MIX.  pg To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then StopSet Remote/VCR Code VCR Code ListButtons And Functions RM-V717U You are now ready to try Random Assemble EditingA JVC VCR equipped with a Remote Pause connector Make ConnectionsVCR other than above When the one you want is If using a Wipe/Fader atSelect Scenes RM-V717U optionalAutomatic Editing To VCR Adjustment Of VCR/Camcorder TimingFor More Accurate Editing Diagnosing VCR/Camcorder TimingPower Advanced featuresVideo and D.S.C. Recording Other problems EN TroubleshootingAppears when the tape ends during recording or playback Appears when no tape is loaded.  pgAppears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape Recorded in the LP mode.  pgUser Maintenance Cleaning The CamcorderTo clean the exterior To clean the LCD monitorMemory Cards Battery PacksEN Cautions How To Handle a CD-ROMLCD Monitor Main UnitCamcorder AC AdapterUSB Terms Recording Capacity16, 20