56EN | TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.) |
When “VIDEO” is selected (the DSC Lamp is not lit):
SYMPTOM
RECORDING
Recording cannot be performed.
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
●Make sure the Erase Protection tab is in the position that allows recording. If not, slide the tab. Some cassettes have removable
tabs. If the tab has been removed, cover the hole with adhesive tape ( pg. 15).
●If “DSC” is selected (the DSC Lamp is lit), it is not possible to record onto the tape. Press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select “VIDEO” (the DSC Lamp is not lit).
Recording does not start. | ● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to “ “ or “ ” |
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Animation or | ● Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning |
available. | of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about |
| 5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. Using the |
function at this point is a good way to begin an animated program ( pg. 48).
PLAYBACK
The tape is running, but there is no playback picture.
●The TV has not been set to its VIDEO mode or channel.
●If A/V connection is used, the TV’s VIDEO/TV Switch has not been set to VIDEO.
Playback cannot be performed. | ● If “DSC” is selected (the DSC Lamp is lit), it is not possible to |
| play back a tape. Press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select |
| “VIDEO” (the DSC Lamp is not lit). |
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Playback picture is blurred or | ● The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest |
interrupted. | JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement. |
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The counter indication is blurred during | ● This is normal. |
Still playback. |
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TAPE TRANSPORT |
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The tape stops during | ● The Counter Memory Function has been activated ( pg. 23). |
rewind. |
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Rewinding or | ● The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other. |
performed. |
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OTHER
The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode.
●This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode ( pg. 14).
The date and time displays disappear.
●If you remove the power source from the camcorder while the power is on, all settings and selections are erased. Make sure to turn the camcorder’s power off before disconnecting the power source.
The wrong date and time are displayed/ | ● If you have not performed Date/Time Setting ( pg. 11), the |
recorded. | date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure that |
| Date/Time setting is carried out. |
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The tape will not eject. | ● The battery pack is running low. |
| ● If the LCD monitor is not open over 60 degrees, EJECT switch |
| does not function. |