FURTHER INFORMATION

Troubleshooting

The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly.

The following phenomena are not malfunctions.

The camcorder heats up when it is used for a long time.

The battery heats up during charging.

When playing back a video file, the image stops momentarily or the sound is interrupted at junctions between scenes.

To solve the problem, first follow the instructions below.

If the problem is not solved, reset the camcorder. (Z below)

If the problem persists, please consult your nearest JVC dealer.

LTo reset the camcorder

1)Close the LCD monitor to turn off the camcorder and remove the power supply (battery pack or AC adapter) from the camcorder, then reattach it.

2)Select [FACTORY PRESET] from the MENU.

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Trouble

Action

Z pg.

 

 

Connect the AC adapter securely.

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No power is supplied.

Detach the battery pack once again and reattach it firmly.

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Replace the dead battery with a fully charged one.

 

The power does not

Make sure to use the camcorder under appropriate

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turn on, or the battery

operating temperatures.

 

Power

operation time is

The battery is worn out and needs to be replaced. Please

extremely short even

purchase a new one.

 

after the battery is fully

 

 

charged.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The power/charge

Charging may stop in places subject to extremely high/low

 

temperatures to protect the battery. It is recommended

 

 

lamp on the camcorder

to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C

 

 

does not light during

(50°F to 95°F).

 

 

charging.

When the battery is already fully charged, the lamp does

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not light. Check the remaining battery power.

 

 

Recording cannot be

SD card is full. Delete unnecessary files or replace the SD

 

performed.

card.

 

 

During recording, the

Touch the DISP button once.

 

date/time does not

 

 

Recording

appear.

 

 

Digital zoom does not

Change the settings in [ZOOM].

work.

Digital zoom is not available in the still image recording

 

mode.

 

The focus is not

Set [FOCUS] to [AUTO].

 

 

adjusted automatically.

Clean the lens and check the focus again.

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The continuous

The continuous shooting speed will drop after repeated

 

shooting speed is slow.

continuous shots, depending on the SD card or under

 

 

certain recording conditions.

 

 

 

 

Playback

Playback cannot be

To watch images on a TV, set the TV’s input mode or

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channel that is appropriate for video playback.

 

performed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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