I suggest taking the tape to the store to find out what camcorders play said tape.
Bob
I've just purchased a new MiniDv camcorder Panasonic PV-GS150. I tested it with new tapes and it works fine with video and audio when I play it back but when I played the 3 yr old MiniDV tapes taken from JVC camcorder the audio does not play. The video is fine.
I tried several Menu adjustments but no joy. Somebody told me the old tapes must have recorded on LP mode that if I played it with another newer brand there's incompatibility of audio playback. I'm not sure what it is. Any suggestion of what needs to be done? Your help is highly appreciated. Thanks.
Glenn

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