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TROUBLESHOOTING
(cont.)
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
RECORDING
Recording cannot be performed.
Recording does not start.
Animation or Time-Lapse is not
available.
The tape is running, but there is no
playback picture.
Playback cannot be performed.
Playback picture is blurred or
interrupted.
The counter indication is blurred during
Still playback.
The tape stops during fast-forward or
rewind.
Rewinding or fast-forwarding cannot be
performed.
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 will not eject.
● 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 (੬ pg. 15).
● If “DSC” is selected (the DSC Lamp is lit), it is not possible to
record onto the tape. Press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to
select “VIDEO” (the DSC Lamp is not lit).
● The camcorder Power Switch has not been set to “ “ or “ ”
(੬ pg. 18).
● Before recording in the Animation mode at the very beginning
of a tape, set the camcorder to the Recording mode for about
5 seconds, so that the tape runs smoothly. Using the Fade-in
function at this point is a good way to begin an animated
program (੬ pg. 48).
● 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.
● If “DSC” is selected (the DSC Lamp is lit), it is not possible to
play back a tape. Press REFRESH for approx. 1 second to select
“VIDEO” (the DSC Lamp is not lit).
● 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 (੬ pg. 23).
● 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 (੬ pg. 14).
● 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 (੬ pg. 11), 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 60 degrees, EJECT switch
does not function.
PLAYBACK
TAPE TRANSPORT
When “VIDEO” is selected (the DSC Lamp is not lit):
OTHER