JVC GR-D74US
Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING EN

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Advanced features
The focus does not adjust automatically.
� Focus is set to the Manual mode. HSet Focus to the Auto mode. ( pg. 31) � The lens is dirty or covered with condensation. HClean the lens and check the focus again. ( pg. 48) � The recording was done in a dark place, or the contrast was low.

Other problems
The POWER/CHARGE lamp on the camcorder does not light.
� The temperature of the battery is extremely high/low. � Charging is difficult in places subject to extremely high/low temperatures. HTo protect the battery, it is recommended to charge it in places with a temperature of 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F). ( pg. 45)

Snapshot mode cannot be used.
� The Squeeze mode (SQUEEZE) is selected. HDisengage the Squeeze (SQUEEZE) mode. (

�SET DATE/TIME!� appears.
pg. 25, 26) � The date/time is not set. HSet the date/time. ( pg. 8) � The built-in clock battery has run out and the previously set date/time has been erased. HConsult your nearest JVC dealer for replacement.

The color of Snapshot looks strange.
� The light source or the subject does not include white. Or there are various different light sources behind the subject. HFind a white subject and compose your shot so that it also appears in the frame. ( pg. 18, 31) � The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). ( pg. 25, 31)

There is no picture.
� The camcorder is not getting power, or some other malfunction exists. HTurn the camcorder�s power off and on again. ( pg. 8)

The image taken using Snapshot is too dark.
� Shooting was performed under backlit conditions. HPress BACKLIGHT. ( pg. 33)

Some functions are not available using the MENU/VOL. Wheel.
� The Power Switch is set to �A�. HSet the Power Switch to �M�. ( pg. 8)

The image taken using Snapshot is too bright.
� The subject is too bright. HSet �r� to �SPOTLIGHT�. ( pg. 31)

Files stored in the memory card cannot be deleted.
� Files stored in the memory card are protected. HRemove protection from the files stored in the memory card and delete them. ( pg. 22)

White Balance cannot be activated.
� The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode before setting White Balance. ( pg. 31)

When the image is printed from the printer, a black bar appears at the bottom of the screen.
� This is not a malfunction. HBy recording with �DIS� activated ( be avoided. pg. 25, 26) this can

Wipe/Fader effects do not work.
� The Power Switch is set to �A�. HSet the Power Switch to �M�. ( pg. 8)

When the camcorder is connected via the DV connector, the camcorder does not operate.

� The Sepia (SEPIA) or Monotone (MONOTONE) mode is activated. HDisengage the Sepia (SEPIA) and Monotone (MONOTONE). ( pg. 25, 31)

HTurn the camcorder�s power off and on again, then operate it.

The rear of the LCD monitor is hot.
� The light used to illuminate the LCD monitor causes it to become hot. HClose the LCD monitor to turn it off or set the Power Switch to �OFF�, and let the unit cool down.

Program AE with special effects does not work.
� The Power Switch is set to �A�. HSet the Power Switch to �M�. ( pg. 8)

The image looks like the shutter speed is too slow.
� When shooting in the dark, the unit becomes highly sensitive to light when �GAIN UP� is set to �AUTO�. HIf you want the lighting to look more natural, set �GAIN UP� to �AGC� or �OFF�. ( pg. 25, 26)

REFERENCES

The Black & White Fader does not work.

� The DV cable was plugged/unplugged with power turned on.