JVC LYT0002-0Q4A, 0597TOVUNVP Image is out of focus, Lens Cover Warning indicator, Blinks

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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

OTHER

The tape won’t eject.	● The battery pack is running low.
Some functions are not available.	● The PROGRAM AE select dial is set to “AUTO LOCK”.
Vertical white lines appear when	● This sometimes occurs when the contrast between the
shooting a very bright object.	background and the object is great. It is not a defect of
	the camcorder.
Bright, crystal-shaped spots appear	● Sunlight is directly entering the lens.
in the viewfinder.

An error number (i.e. E03) appears in the viewfinder.

●Turn the camcorder’s power off, then disconnect the power source. After a few minutes, try turning the power on again. If the error number still appears in the view- finder, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

The image is out of focus.

●The diopter needs to be adjusted (☞ pg. 8).

●The scene being shot is adversely affecting the operation of Auto Focus (☞ pg. 20).

A character generator title and the date and time displays disappear from the viewfinder.

●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.

Even though the Lens Cover is open,	● The Lens Cover Warning indicator may blink when the
the Lens Cover Warning indicator	camcorder is used in dark areas, regardless of the position
blinks.	of the Lens Cover.

When the camcorder is swung or	● This camcorder is equipped with Auto Pause System
shaken, a noise can be heard.	which has a sensor for detection. Because of the sensor,
	when the camcorder is swung or shaken, noise can be
	heard from the sensor. This is not a malfunction.

The wrong date and time are displayed/recorded.

●If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (☞ pg. 9), the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure that Date/Time Setting is carried out.

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 clock battery; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual from the beginning.

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Contents GR-SZ3000 Dear Customer It is recommended that youConnection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom Some DO’S and DON’TS on the Safe USE of Equipment MarkedAC Power Adapter Cassette Adapter Battery Pack Cable Adapter Shoulder Strap Lithium Battery Editing cableZoom-in Zoom-outBATT. Release EjectStop 2REW PLAY/PAUSE Power Supply PowerAttach Battery Pack Detach Battery PackCar Battery Charger/Adapter BH-V3E optional AA-V11EKDC cord Viewfinder Adjustment Start Clock Operation Close MenuMenu NearTape Length Setting Recording Format SettingSET Tape Length SET Recording FormatLoading/Unloading a Cassette Open Cassette HolderINSERT/REMOVE Cassette Close Cassette HolderGrip Adjustment Adjust Strap LengthExpand Loop Insert HandAdjust Length Shoulder Strap AttachmentTripod Mounting Attach StrapEnter RECORD-STANDBY Mode Load a CassetteStart Shooting Stop RecordingRetake R/F Feature PurposeOperation Auto Pause Feature Purpose Operation Record-Standby UpNormal RecordRecord-Standby Record-Standby DownQuick REC Feature Purpose Operation Quick RecAfter 1 sec ViewfinderViewfinder Mode Dial Viewfinder ModeIndication Focusing Lock FocusRelease Focus Lock FarnearFAR Near Picture Stabilizer Exposure ControlFade/Wipe Engage Wide Mode Restore Normal ScreenSelect Preset Title Instant TitlesNorm Choose Display Mode Date/Time Character InsertSelect Display Press Select repeatedly until Disp. appearsAdjust Focus Adjust White BalanceSelect White Balance Using Menu For Detailed Adjustment Access Menu ScreenMake Setting Setting procedure depends on the function you selectNorm OFFJlip ID no Indicator Menu FAR NearAnimation Time-LapsePlayback Basic Conn ections SET Y/C/CVBS Switch Scart connector on the VCR or TVConnect Camcorder to TV/VCR Turn on the camcorder, VCR and TVPower Rewind or Fast-forward the tapePlayback Stop PlaybackCounter R/M PLAY/PAUSE Stop REW FF Feature Cassette Adapter Insert Cassette in AdapterPlay Back on Connected VCR Remove Cassette from AdapterPower switch To Audio and Video connectorsTo Audio Video Connectors VCR Recording deckRandom Assemble Editing R.A. Edit SET Remote to Operate VCROperate the VCR RM-V704U or RM-V700U providedConnect to Prepare CamcorderPrepare VCR Access R.A. Edit Counter Display Register Beginning of SceneRegister END of Scene Register Additional ScenesBegin Automatic Editing END Automatic EditingEdited Tape VCR Stop Installing The Battery Pull OUT Battery HolderReplace Battery Holder Buttons FunctionsInterval Timer Indicator Rec Time IndicatorRemote sensor START/STOP Viss INT. Time REC TimeInsert Editing Audio dubbing indicator To MIC Capped MicrophoneDUB Pause PlayCleaning The Camcorder Clean ExteriorClean Lens Clean ViewfinderSymptom Lens Cover Warning indicator When the camcorder is swung orImage is out of focus BlinksTape Time When no cassette is inserted the Cassette # Instant Titles Display $ Date/Time Character DisplayTape End Display Tape END ........... pg Retake F Button ................................ pg Recording Start/Stop Button ................ pgTally Lamp Power On Indicator U I OCamera sensor MicrophoneAuto Mode Lock Mode Remote Control UnitDate/Time Setting Diopter AdjustDo not burn Do not modify or disassemble Use only specified chargersMake sure the cassette bears the S-VHS-C or VHS-C mark Special Notes on Video Heads Power source Power consumption Signal system PAL-type Dimensions 188 25 H 104 Weight Approx g AccessoryAdjustment Auto/Manual adjustment Out connectorGR-SZ3000