JVC GR-AXM900 manual Playback, Recording cannot be performed Recording does not start

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When the System Select Switch is set to “VIDEO”:

SYMPTOM

RECORDING

Recording cannot be performed.

Recording does not start.

PLAYBACK

The tape is running, but there’s no playback picture.

Playback cannot be performed.

Playback picture is blurred or interrupted.

The counter indication is blurred during Still playback.

TAPE TRANSPORT

The tape stops during fast-forward or rewind.

Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot be performed.

OTHER

The picture is blurred in the Quick Review or Retake mode.

The date and time displays disappear.

The wrong date and time are displayed/recorded.

The tape won’t eject.

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. 17).

●If the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is not

possible to record onto the tape. Change the Switch position to “VIDEO” (☞ pg. 18).

●The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to “CAMERA” (☞ pg. 18).

●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.

●The RF unit has not been set to the correct channel.

●If the System Select Switch is set to “D.S.C.”, it is not

possible to play back a tape. Change the Switch position to “VIDEO” (☞ pg. 42).

●The video heads are dirty or worn out. Consult your nearest JVC dealer for head cleaning or replacement.

●This is normal.

●The Counter Memory Function has been activated (☞ pg. 44).

●The tape is already fully wound on one reel or the other.

●This is normal while recording in the EP mode. Some noise may be present while recording in the SP mode (☞ pg. 16).

●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.

●If you have not performed Date/Time Setting (☞ pg. 13), the date and time are not displayed/recorded correctly. Be sure that Date/Time setting is carried out.

●The battery pack is running low.

●If the LCD monitor is not open over 45 degrees, EJECT switch does not function.