help. i cant see any picture on the screen or view finder when recording. i can play back other footage recorded before prob, but now only plays back sound as there is no picture in the view finder.
its a JVC GRD50 camcorder. i have had it a few yrs and no probs.
also the manual tuning icon is flashing, but its on automatic, not manual.
Any ideas

stacy, December 2006

The problem is most likely your CCD sensor. A dodgy batch was used by all the manifacturers suppled by the same supplier. Check www.avforums.com or do a search for av forums and search your model. Most companies are offering free repairs even if warranty has expired due to faulty parts.

Kevin, January 2007

This is not an answer, but a similar problem. I have the same problem as stacey. In addition to that I have following problem.

On record mode the screen looks like it's been painted by a paintbrush. Sometimes this disappears and I can continue recording. This problem has worsened now and I could't record anything during Christmas.

Sarath, December 2006