Troubleshooting - JVC GR-DVM55 Instructions Manual

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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.
SYMPTOM
1. No power is supplied.
2. "SET DATE/TIME!" appears.
3. Recording cannot be
performed.
4. There is no picture.
5. Some functions are not
available using the MENU
Wheel.
6. The focus does not adjust
automatically.
7. The cassette will not load
properly.
8. The memory card will not
load properly.
9. Snapshot mode cannot be
used.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. • The power is not connected
properly.
• The battery is dead.
• The LCD monitor is not open
fully or the viewfinder is not
pulled out when recording.
2. •The date/time is not set.
• The built-in clock battery has
run out and the previously set
date/time has been erased.
3. — For Video Recording —
• The tape's erase protection tab
is set to "SAVE".
• The Power Switch is set to
" " or "OFF".
• The VIDEO/DSC Switch is set
to " ".
• "TAPE END" appears.
• The cassette holder cover is
open.
— For D.S.C. Recording —
• The VIDEO/DSC Switch is set
to "VIDEO".
4. • The camcorder is not getting
power, or some other
malfunction exists.
5. • The Power Switch is set to
" ".
6. • 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.
7. • The cassette is in the wrong
position.
• The battery's charge is low.
8. • The memory card is in the
wrong position.
9. • The Squeeze mode is
selected.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. • Connect the AC Adapter
securely (
• Replace the dead battery with a
fully charged one (
• Open the LCD monitor fully
or pull out the viewfinder.
2. • Set the date/time (
• Consult your nearest JVC
dealer for replacement.
3. • Set the tape's erase protection
tab to "REC" (
• Set the Power Switch to
" " or "
• Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch
to "VIDEO".
• Replace with new cassette
( pg. 12).
• Close the cassette holder
cover.
• Set the VIDEO/DSC Switch
to "
4. • Turn the camcorder's power
off and on again (
5. • Set the Power Switch to "
( pg. 16).
6. • Set Focus to the Auto mode
( pg. 51).
• Clean the lens and check the
focus again (
7. • Set it in the right position
( pg. 12).
• Install a fully charged battery
( pg. 8, 9).
8. • Set it in the right position
( pg. 14).
9. • Disengage the Squeeze mode
( pg. 40).
pg. 9).
pg. 8, 9).
pg.11).
pg. 12).
" ( pg. 16).
".
pg. 16).
"
pg. 84).