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TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)

 

SYMPTOM

 

POSSIBLE CAUSES

 

CORRECTIVE ACTION

 

32. The LCD monitor image is

 

32. • During playback of the

 

32.

 

distorted.

 

unrecorded portion, High-

 

 

 

 

 

speed Search and still

 

————

 

 

 

playback, LCD monitor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indications appear distorted.

 

 

 

 

 

This is not a defect.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

33. Images on the LCD

 

33. • The speaker volume is too

 

33. • Turn the speaker volume

 

monitor are jittery.

 

great.

 

down ( pg. 18).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

34. Blocks of noise appear

 

34.

 

34. • Clean the video heads with

 

during playback, or there is

 

————

 

an optional cleaning

 

no playback picture and

 

 

cassette ( pg. 64).

 

 

 

 

 

the screen becomes blue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

35. The LCD monitor, the

 

35.

 

35. • Wipe them gently with soft

 

viewfinder and the lens

 

————

 

cloth. Wiping strongly can

 

have become dirty (ex.

 

 

 

cause damage ( pg. 57).

 

fingerprints).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

36. An unusual mark appears.

 

36.

 

36. • Check the section of the

 

 

 

————

 

manual that explains LCD

 

 

 

 

monitor/viewfinder

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

indications ( pg. 60 – 62).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

37. An error indication

 

37. • A malfunction of some kind

 

37. • Remove the power supply

 

(E01 — E06) appears.

 

has occurred. In this case

 

(battery pack, etc.) and wait

 

 

 

the camcorder’s functions

 

a few minutes for the

 

 

 

become unusable.

 

indication to clear. When it

 

 

 

 

 

does, you can resume using

 

 

 

 

 

the camcorder.

 

 

 

 

 

If the indication remains

 

 

 

 

 

even though you repeat the

 

 

 

 

 

above two or three times,

 

 

 

 

 

please consult your nearest

 

 

 

 

 

JVC dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

38. The charger indicator on

 

38. • The temperature of the

 

38. • To protect the battery, it is

 

the camcorder does not

 

battery is extremely high/

 

recommended to charge it

 

light.

 

low.

 

in places with a temperature

 

 

 

• Charging is difficult in

 

of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to

 

 

 

places subject to extremely

 

95°F) ( pg. 63).

 

 

 

high/low temperatures.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

39. When the image is printed

 

39. • This is not a malfunction.

 

39. • By recording with “DIS”

 

from the printer, a black

 

 

 

activated ( pg. 32) this

 

bar appears at the bottom

 

 

 

can be avoided.

 

of the screen.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

40. When the camcorder is

 

40. • The DV cable was plugged/

 

40. • Turn the camcorder’s power

 

connected via the DV

 

unplugged with power

 

off and on again, then

 

connector, the camcorder

 

turned on.

 

operate it.

 

does not operate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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GR-DVL315 specifications

The JVC GR-DVL315 is a compact digital video camcorder that gained popularity in the early 2000s for its combination of portability and advanced features, catering to amateur filmmakers and casual users alike. This camcorder is part of JVC's D-Serie and exemplifies the brand's commitment to quality and innovation in video capture technology.

One of the standout features of the GR-DVL315 is its ability to record in high-quality digital video. It utilizes MiniDV tapes, which were considered a standard in the industry, allowing users to capture video at a resolution of up to 500 lines of horizontal resolution. This results in clear, sharp images suitable for a variety of viewing formats. Furthermore, the cassette-based format offers the advantage of non-linear editing, making it easier to manipulate and organize footage after recording.

The GR-DVL315 boasts a 680,000-pixel CCD (Charge-Coupled Device) sensor, which significantly enhances the image quality by providing better low-light performance and increased detail. This camcorder is equipped with a powerful 10x optical zoom lens, allowing for versatile shooting options, from wide angles to close-ups, making it perfect for different shooting environments. The digital zoom feature can further enhance capabilities, though using excessive digital zoom may impact the quality of the footage.

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Additionally, the GR-DVL315 is designed with ease of use in mind. Its lightweight body and ergonomic grip make it comfortable to hold for extended periods. The intuitive button layout simplifies operation, allowing even novice users to start shooting with minimal learning curve.

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