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If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem 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.
The power is not connected
properly.
The battery is dead.
The date/time is not set.
The built-in clock battery has run
out and the previously set date/time
has been erased.
For Tape Recording
The tapes erase protection tab is
set to SAVE.
The Power Switch is set to PLAY
or OFF.
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set
to MEMORY.
•“TAPE END appears.
The cassette holder cover is open.
For Memory Card Recording
The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set
to VIDEO.
The camcorder is not getting power,
or some other malfunction exists.
Focus is set to the Manual mode.
The recording was done in a dark
place, or the contrast was low.
The lens is dirty or covered with
condensation.
Connect the AC Adapter securely
( pg. 9).
Replace the dead battery with a
fully charged one ( pg. 8, 9).
Set the date/time ( pg. 11).
Consult your nearest JVC dealer
for replacement.
Set the tapes erase protection tab
to REC ( pg. 12).
Set the Power Switch to
AUTO
or
MANUAL
( pg. 17).
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
VIDEO.
Replace with new cassette
( pg. 12).
Close the cassette holder cover.
Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to
MEMORY.
Turn the camcorders power off and
on again ( pg. 17).
Set Focus to the Auto mode
( pg. 43).
Clean the lens and check the focus
again ( pg. 74).
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power is supplied.
SET DATE/TIME! appears.
Recording cannot be
performed.
There is no picture.
The focus does not adjust
automatically.
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