From what I can find about this issue is that it might need a Firmware update on the Camcorder. You can try following this link: http://support.jvc.com/consumer/sup...
...or try contacting JVC at one of their support numbers for a solution.

You will probably find a compact camera to be too limited for this kind of photography. The digital zoom would give you a jagged picture and the slowness of the camera in general will miss a lot of shots.
For this kind of work you will need a camera with a good optical zoom lens and some form of image stabilization, either in the lens or body of the camera. Also a camera that is fast at getting it's focus and other settings or can be set to full manual so it does not reset itself for each shot.
A D-SLR would be best for this kind of shooting. A 70-300mm lens would probably be good for the zoom. Both Nikon and Canon have 70-300mm IS Lenses (Image Stabilized) and Sony D-SLR cameras have Image Stabilization (Steady Shot) built into the body so any lens will be stabilized.
Stop by your nearest BestBuy and speak to an associate in the Camera Dept. They will help you find a D-SLR that will meet all your needs.

Sounds like it might be a lens issue. Try holding the power button and menu button while powering up the camera. It might give you a diagnostic menu with several options. Look for "Focus Test" and see if it says focus failed. Sometimes the camera can correct minor issues after the tests. If not then take it to your nearest BestBuy and have the Geek Squad take a look. They will advice you what can bee done.

SD Memory and perhaps some filters for the lens. It also uses AAA Batteries so you could get a Rechargeable AAA set.