Mitsubishi Electric 232C-1P Time Lapse Video Cassette Recorder User Manual users manual

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TIME LAPSE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDERMODELHS-S9600UINSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUALOnly video cassette tapes with the mark or the mark may be used with this model.The included power cord is used for 120 V, 60 Hz. Never connect any outlet or powersupply having a different voltage or frequency.This instruction manual is important to you.Please read it before using your video cassette recorder.

iWARNINGRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENWARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICEPERSONNEL.The lightning flash with arrowheadsymbol, within an equilateral triangle, isintended to alert the user to thepresence of uninsulated “dangerousvoltage” within the product’s enclosurethat may be of sufficient magnitude toconstitute a risk of electric shock.The exclamation point within anequilateral triangle is intended to alertthe user to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance (servicing)instructions in the literatureaccompanying the appliance.WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DONOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN ORMOISTURE.CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USETHIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSIONCORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETUNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTEDTO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.La fléche symbolisant l’éclair dans untriangle équilateral a pour objet de tirerl’attention de l’utilisateur sur le fait, qu’il y ades “tensions dangereuses” non-isolées àl’intérieur de l’enceinte du produit quipeuvent être suffisamment impor-tantespour conduire au risque d’électrocution.Le point d’exclamation au sein d’un triangleéquilateral a pour objet de tirer l’attention del’utilisateur sur le fait qu’il y a desinstructions de mise en service etd’entretien (de réparation) dans les fichesdescriptives de l’apprareil qui doiventobligatoirement être respectées.AVERTISSEMENT:AFIN D’ÉVITER TOUT RISQUE D’INCENDIE OUD’ÉLECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER CETAPPAREIL À LA PLUIE NI À L’HUMIDITÉ.ATTENTION:POUR PRÉVENIR LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES NEPAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISÉE AVEC UNPROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OUUNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LESLAMES PEUVENT ÊTRE INSÉRÉES À FOND SANSEN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE À DÉCOUVERT.AVERTISSEMENTDANGER D’ÉLECTROCUTIONNE PAS OUVRIRAVERTISSEMENT: POUR ÉLIMINER TOUT RISQUED’ÉLECTRO-CUTION, NE PAS OUVRIR LE COUVERCLE(OU LA PARTIE ARRIÈRE). AUCUNE PIECE RÉPARABLEPAR L’UTILISATEUR NE SE TROUVE À L’INTÉRIEUR.POUR TOUTE INTERVENTION D’ENTRETIEN OU DERÉPARATION SE CONFIER AUX TECHNICIENSQUALIFIÉS.

Important SafeguardsPlease read all these instructions carefully regarding your VCR before you begin operating it.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the VCR.1 Read InstructionsAll the safety and operating instructions should be read beforethe product is operated.2 Retain InstructionsThe safety and operating instructions should be retained forfuture reference.3 Heed WarningsAll warnings on the product and in the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.4 Follow InstructionsAll operating and use instructions should be followed.5 CleaningUnplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Donot use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp clothfor cleaning.6 AttachmentsDo not use attachments not recommended by the productmanufacturer as they may cause hazards.7 Water and MoistureDo not use this product near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement,or near a swimming pool, and the like.8 AccessoriesDo not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injuryto a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Useonly with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommendedby the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting ofthe product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, andshould use a mounting accessory recommended by the manu-facturer.9A product and cart combination should be moved with care.Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces maycause the product and cart combination to overturn.11 Power SourcesThis product should be operated only from the type of powersource indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure ofthe type of power supply to your home, consult your productdealer or local power company. For products intended to op-erate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operat-ing instructions.12 Grounding or PolarizationThis video product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-typeplug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will onlyfit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is safety feature. Ifyou are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact yourelectrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat thesafety purpose of the grounding-type plug.13 Power-Cord ProtectionPower-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likelyto be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or againstthem, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, conven-ience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the prod-uct.14 LightningFor added protection for this product during a lightning storm,or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods oftime, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antennaor cable system. This will prevent damage to the product dueto lightning and power-line surges.15 OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral con-venience receptacles as this can result in fire risk or electricshock.16 Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into this product through open-ings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-outparts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spillliquid of any kind on the product.17 ServicingDo not attempt to service this product yourself as opening orremoving covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or otherhazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.18 Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing toqualified service personnel under the following conditions:(a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into theproduct.(c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.(d) If the product does not operate normally by following theoperating instructions. Adjust only those controls that arecovered by the operating instructions as an improper ad-justment of other controls may result in damage and willoften require extensive work by a qualified technician torestore the product to its normal operation.(e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.(f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in perform-ance – this indicates a need for service.10 VentilationSlots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilationand to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect itfrom overheating, and these openings must not be blocked orcovered. The openings should never be blocked by placingthe product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Thisproduct should not be placed in a built-in installation such as abookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.ii

19 Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service tech-nician has used replacement parts specified by the manufac-turer or have the same characteristics as the original part.Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock orother hazards.20 Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to this product, askthe service technician to perform safety checks to determinethat the product is in proper operating condition.21 HeatThe product should be situated away from heat sources suchas radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (includ-ing amplifiers) that produce heat.INFORMATIONThis equipment has been tested and found to comply withthe limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference in aresidential installation. This equipment generates, uses,and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-stalled and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular installation. If this equipment doescause harmful interference to radio or television recep-tion, which can be determined by turning the equipmentoff and on, try to correct the interference by one or moreof these measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna• Increase the separation between the equipment andreceiver• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a differentcircuit than the receiver is connected• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-nician for helpChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s author-ity to operate the equipment.iiiImportant Safeguards (Cont.)INFORMATIONThis Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.INFORMATIONCet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à lanorme NMB-003 du Canada.NoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary information

Introduction 1Reference pageCaution and CareWARNING:The included power cord is used for 120 V, 60 Hz.Never connect any outlet or power supply having a different voltage or frequency.CONDENSATION IS THE ENEMY OF VIDEO RECORDERSWHAT IS CONDENSATION?1. When a very cold drink is poured into a glass, the water droplets which form on the outer surface of the glass are an example ofcondensation.2. If the VCR is exposed to a rapid increase in temperature (such as warming it in a cold room or after transporting it from a coldlocation to a warm one) condensation may form on the tape transport mechanism inside the VCR. By heating the inside of theVCR, it can dry up the moisture and prevent damage to the VCR or video tape from condensation. To do this, plug the VCR inand switch the VCR POWER to ON. Leave the VCR on for at least 2 hours before using it for recording or playback.CONDENSATION IS LIKELY TO OCCUR WHEN:1. The VCR is moved inside from outdoors or from a cold room to a warm one.2. A cold room is heated quickly.3. Humidity is high.Note•Avoid using the VCR where cold air (e.g., from an air conditioner) will blow directly on it.Never place anything containing water on top of the VCR; (e.g., vases, cups, etc.).Heavy objects (e.g., TV) should never be placed on the VCRNEVER TOUCH OR INSERT ANY OBJECT INSIDE THE VCRTouching the inside of the cabinet or inserting foreign objects of any kind not only creates a safety hazard but can also causeextensive damage.PROTECT THE POWER CORDDamage to the power cord may cause fire or shock hazard. When unplugging the power cord, hold it by the plug only and pull outcarefully.UNPLUG THE POWER CORD DURING A LONG ABSENCETurn the power off and unplug the power cord during a long absence.MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATIONDo not obstruct the ventilation holes on the VCR. For maximum ventilation, place the unit on a hard level surface only, and ensure itis not covered during use.WHEN NOT IN USEWhen you finish operating the VCR, always unload the cassette and turn the VCR off.CABINET CARENever use petroleum-based cleaners. Clean with a soft cloth moistened with soap and water and wipe dry. PVC cables or leadsshould not be left in contact with the cabinet surface for long periods.INSTALLATION LOCATIONFor excellent performance and lasting reliability, install in a location that is:1. Well ventilated, out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat.2. A solid, vibration-free surface.3. Free from high humidity, excessive dust and away from magnetic fields.NoteNever move the VCR without first removing the tape.CARE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES•Avoid vibration or shock.•Do not place near a strong magnetic field (e.g., a motor, transformer or magnet).•Never place or store in direct sunlight.•Avoid dusty places.•Place the cassette in its case and store vertically.•Never store tape in high humidity.

2IntroductionNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationFeaturesUp to 960 hours of recording: in addition to regular 2-hour and 6-hour recording modes, it has 12-, 18-, 24-, 30-, 48-,72-, 96-, 120-, 168-, 240-, 360-, 480-, 720-, and 960-hour time lapse modes (using T-120/ST-120 tape).Audio RecordingS-VHS ModeS-VHS ET ModeRemote Operation by PC via RS-232CHigh Density RecordingAutomatic Head CleaningEasy Menu Setting on ScreenEasy Cuing with Alarm RecordingOne Button Recording CheckAll or Part Front Panel LockProtection against Power FailureContentsImportant Safeguards ............................................. ii - iiiIntroductionCaution and Care ......................................................... 1Features ....................................................................... 2Controls and Functions ................................................ 3Front View ........................................................................... 3Fluorescent Display ............................................................. 4Rear View ............................................................................ 5Basic FunctionsLoading/Unloading a Tape ........................................... 6Manual Recording ........................................................ 7Playback ...................................................................... 8Adjusting the Clock ...................................................... 9Advanced FunctionsRecording Techniques................................................ 10Timer Recording ................................................................ 10Alarm Recording................................................................ 11Emergency Recording ....................................................... 12Series Recording ............................................................... 12Remote Recording ............................................................ 12Repeat Recording ............................................................. 13One Shot/Interval Recording ............................................. 13Synchronous Recording .................................................... 14Additional Features .................................................... 15Memory Backup in Case of Power Failure ........................ 15After a Power Failure......................................................... 15Displaying/Clearing the Power Loss List ........................... 15Displaying/Clearing the Alarm List..................................... 15Number of Tape Use and Elapsed Time of VCR ............... 15Lock Function .................................................................... 16Special Effects Playback............................................ 16Still Picture ........................................................................ 16Shuttle Ring ....................................................................... 16Shuttle Hold ....................................................................... 16Direct Shuttle Ring ............................................................ 16Frame or Field Playback ................................................... 17Adjustment during Playback ...................................... 17Tracking Adjustment .......................................................... 17Picture Quality Adjustment ................................................ 17Vertical Adjustment ............................................................ 17Searching Techniques ................................................ 18Counter Memory Stop ....................................................... 18Skip Search ....................................................................... 18Index Search ..................................................................... 18Time Date Search.............................................................. 19Using with Personal Computer .................................. 20Configuring the Time Lapse VCR ...................................... 20RS-232C Setting ............................................................... 20Connecting to a Personal Computer ................................. 20Commands from Personal Computer ................................ 21Commands and Responses .............................................. 22InstallationConnections for Various Functions ............................ 26Connecting with CCTV Camera, Monitor and Sensor ....... 26Alarm Recording Connection ............................................ 26Series Recording Connection............................................ 27Remote Recording Connection ......................................... 27Synchronous Recording Connection ................................. 27Connection for External Time Clock Adjustment ............... 27Setting the Clock ........................................................ 28Setting the Menus ...................................................... 29Menu Chart........................................................................ 29Language Selection........................................................... 30Main Menu......................................................................... 30Display............................................................................... 30Timer Program................................................................... 30Recording Set Up .............................................................. 30Rear Terminal .................................................................... 31Maintenance ...................................................................... 31First Time Set Up............................................................... 32RS-232C............................................................................ 32OthersRemote Controller (Optional) ..................................... 33Before Calling for Service .......................................... 34Warning Display ......................................................... 36Control Input/Output Signals and Circuit.................... 37Specifications ............................................................. 38Variety of Search FunctionsRecording Options for Various Needs•Daily/weekly/holiday timer recording•Alarm recording•Series recording•Remote recording•Repeat recording•One shot/Interval recording•Synchronous recordingSpecial Playback Features•Still picture•Speed search using shuttle ring•Frame-by-frame and field-by-field playback using jogdialAccessories1 User’s manual1 Power cord1 S-Video cable

Introduction 3Reference pageControls and FunctionsFront ViewPOWER buttonPress to turn the VCR POWER on or off.The Power indicator illuminates when the VCR is turned on.EJECT buttonPress to remove the cassette.Cassette Loading SlotCassette is inserted in this slot for loading.REC buttonPress to begin recording.JOG dialUse to forward/reverse a tape frame-by-frame (field-by-field)or to set the menus.SHUTTLE ringWhen the VCR is in stop mode, turn to the right to forward atape or to the left to rewind.Also, use for special effects playback or to set the menus.PICTURE controlThe picture quality can be adjusted between soft and sharp.Lock buttonPress to lock the VCR’s front panel buttons from useractivity.REC/PLAY MODE buttonsPress to select the recording or playback speed.TRACKING buttonsPress to reduce/eliminate the noise during playback, slowplayback etc.POSITION/VERTICAL ADJUST buttons•When the day and present time display is shown on themonitor screen, press the top button to move the displayto the right forward or bottom button to move it down.During an alarm recording or if an warning is displayed onscreen, the day and present time display cannot bemoved.•If screen images are blurred vertically during still picture orspecial effects playback, press to reduce/eliminate thepicture vibration.Fluorescent Display next pageCOUNTER RESET buttonPress to reset the counter to “00000”.SEARCH buttonPress to display the <SEARCH FUNCTION> menu.TIMER REC buttonPress to start timer recording, when you have programmedyour VCR to record.PLAY/REC CHECK buttonWhen the VCR is in stop mode, press to playback apreviously recorded tape.During recording, press for more than 1.5 seconds to checkrecording function.PAUSE/SHUTTLE HOLD buttonDuring recording, press to stop the tape movementtemporarily. Press again to continue the recording.During playback, press to obtain a still picture.During special effects playback using SHUTTLE ring, pressto fix the playback speed.STOP buttonPress to stop all tape related functions.MENU/TIME DATE ADJUST buttonWhen the VCR is turned on, press to display the <MAINMENU>. Press again to exit the menu.When the VCR is turned off, press this button for more than3 seconds to adjust the VCR’s time and date.

4IntroductionNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationControls and Functions (Cont.)Fluorescent Display (Counter Memory Stop/Month) indicatorIlluminates during the counter memory stop.Also, illuminates when the month (of time and date) is beingentered via the front panel. (Power Loss) indicatorIlluminates when the VCR is turned on after a power failureoccurs during recording. (Alarm Recording) indicatorFlashes during alarm recording and stays on when the alarmrecording is finished. (Time Date Search/Day) indicatorIlluminates during the time date search.Also, illuminates when the day (of time and date) is beingentered via the front panel. (Index Search) indicatorFlashes when recording an index signal and illuminatesduring the index number setup and the index search. (Indexnumber is shown on the Recording and Playback Modedisplay.) (Skip Search) indicatorIlluminates during the skip search. (Daylight Saving Time) indicatorIlluminates when “DAYLIGHT SAVINGS” is set to “ON”., (Tape Speed) indicatorIndicates the tape speed.SP is standard play; EP is extended play. (S-VHS) indicatorIlluminates when “S-VHS/S-ET” in “RECORDING SET UP”menu is set to “ON”.Also, illuminates during the recording using S-VHS tape andduring the playback using S-VHS tape recorded in S-VHSmode. (S-VHS ET) indicatorIluminates during the recording using VHS tape, during theplayback using VHS tape recorded in S-VHS ET mode andwhen a VHS tape recorded in S-VHS ET mode is inserted tothe VCR, providing “S-VHS/S-ET” in “RECORDING SET UP”menu is set to “ON”. (Repeat) indicatorIlluminates when “TAPE END” in “FIRST TIME SET UP”menu is set to “REPEAT” or “ALARM•PROT”. (Cassette Status) indicatorIlluminates when a tape is inserted. (Timer Recording) indicatorIlluminates when the VCR is in stand-by for timer recordingor during timer recording. (Tape Remaining) indicatorIndicates the position on the tape. S indicates the Start ofthe tape and E indicates the End of the tape.Counter/Clock displayWhile the VCR is turned on, indicates the relative position onthe tape. (The Counter stops counting where no recording ismade on the tape.) When it is off, (when set) the clock (24-hour format) is shown.Recording and Playback Mode/Index Number displayDisplays the number corresponding to a selected recordingor playback mode. The mode shown here varies by the“TAPE LENGTH” (T-120 or T-160) setting in “FIRST TIMESET UP” menu. Also, displays the index number during theindex number setup and the index search. (Emergency Recording) indicatorIlluminates when “EMERGENCY REC” in “RECORDINGSET UP” menu is set to “ON”.Lock/Lock All indicator : illuminates when all buttons (except REC buttonand EJECT button) are locked. : illuminates when all buttons are locked. (Playback) indicatorIlluminates during playback. (Recording) indicatorIlluminates during recording.

Introduction 5Reference pageRear ViewAC power socketThis socket connects to the power cord. Insert the cordfirmly.Input terminalsALM INUse for alarm recording. The alarm sensor is connectedhere.RST INUse to stop alarm recording.•When “ALARM REC DURATION” in “RECORDINGSET UP” menu is set to “MAN1”, the alarm recordingstops when a signal is input to this terminal. The alarmreset switch is connected here.•When set to other than “MAN1”, it can be used toadjust the VCR’s clock.REC INUse to start/stop recording or for series recording.GNDWhen a lead connected to other terminals requires a ground,connect the ground lead here.Output terminalsALM OUTUse to indicate an alarm recording to an external alarm.MODE OUTUse to indicate the VCR’s mode of operation.•When “MODE OUT” in “REAR TERMINAL” menu isset to “CLOCK ADJ”, the clock of all connected VCR’scan be adjusted. ( page 28)CLK OUTUse to control an external camera switcher.CALL OUTUse to indicate when a tape reaches its end duringrecording or if there has been a problem during recording.Battery BoxBattery is stored here.Note•This VCR contains a special battery. Consult your dealerto replace it.REMOTE jackRemote control is possible by connecting the remote controlunit (R-9100) here. ( page 33)MIC IN jackInput jack for a microphone rated at 600 impedance.AUDIO IN connectorAudio input connector (RCA pin).AUDIO OUT connectorAudio output connector (RCA pin).VIDEO IN connectorInput connector for video signal (BNC connector). Connectcameras here. If the VCR POWER is turned off, the signalfrom the VIDEO IN connector is looped out to this connector.VIDEO OUT connectorOutput connector for video signal (BNC connector).Connect a monitor here.S-VIDEO IN connectorInput connector for video signal (S-VIDEO connector).Connect cameras here.S-VIDEO OUT connectorOutput connector for video signal (S-VIDEO connector).Connect a monitor here.RESET button page 38RS-232C terminal (D-SUB 9pin)Input terminal to connect with a personal computer via RS-232C cross cable.For the rating of each terminal at the rear panel of the VCR, page 37.Warning:The included power cord is used for 120 V, 60 Hz.Never connect to any outlet or power supply having a different voltage or frequency.AUDIO VIDEOOUT OUTINREMOTE MICINRESETALM RSTINREC GND ALMMODECLKOUTCALLBATTERYOPENS-VIDEOOUTINNoteEnsure the power cord is not plugged into the outlet before connecting to any rear terminals.

6NoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationBasic FunctionsTapes can be loaded into your VCR as long as the VCR isplugged into an outlet. Even if the VCR is turned off, loading atape will automatically cause it to turn on. Use only videocassette tapes marked or .Important notice:• It is recommended to use T-120 or ST-120 tape. Donot use a tape longer than T-160 or ST-160.Loading1. Insert the tape into the cassetteslot by holding it so that the longnarrow edge with the contentslabel faces towards you.•The Cassette Status indicatorilluminates on the fluorescentdisplay when the tape isinserted.Note•Your VCR has a protection circuitwhich will eject the tape if it isloaded improperly. If the VCRejects the tape, remove itcompletely and check that the longnarrow edge with the contents labelis facing towards you, and the clearplastic window that shows thevideo tape is facing upwards. Waita few seconds, and try inserting thetape again.Info.•The VCR automatically turns on when the tape is loaded,AUTO POWER ON.•The VCR automatically plays back the tape if the eraseprevention tab is removed, AUTO PLAY.•You cannot insert a tape when all of the VCR’s buttons arelocked and the Lock All indicator ( ) is illuminating.Unloading1. Press EJECT button on the frontpanel of the VCR.2. Remove the tape.Note•When ejecting the tape during recording, press STOP buttononce to stop recording and then press EJECT button tounload the tape.•You cannot eject a tape when all of the VCR’s buttons arelocked and the Lock All indicator ( ) is illuminated.Info.•The VCR will eject a tape even if the power to the VCR isturned off (as long as the VCR is plugged into an outlet),POWER OFF EJECT.erasepreventiontabLoading/Unloading a Tape2H, 6HL12H, L18HL24HL30H48H72H96H120H168H240H360H480H720H960H0H100603525201515108644221Recordingtime mode Number oftape use2H, 8HL16H, L24HL32HL40H64H96H128H160H224H320H480H640H960H1280H0H5030171053321111111Recordingtime mode Number oftape useIn case of T-120 setting In case of T-160 settingINCORRECTPreventing accidental eraseTapes come with an erase preventiontab which, when removed, prevents thetape’s contents from being erased orrecorded over. If the tape you insert inthe VCR has the erase prevention tabremoved, your VCR will automaticallyeject it if you attempt to record on it.Note•We recommend that you take any broken or torn tapes to aprofessional for repair. The adhesives on many commontypes of tape could damage the head of your VCR.Recommended number of tape usesIt is recommended that the cassette tape be replaced with anew one depending on the recording time mode and type oftape used. Providing TAPE LENGTH of FIRST TIME SET UPmenu is set to the same type of the tape you use.page 32 for TAPE LENGTH setting

7Reference page Basic Functions1. Turn on the VCR and peripheral devices.2. Load a tape with the eraseprevention tab intact.Steps 3 to 8 for selecting the normal or high density recordingmode and activating S-VHS or S-VHS ET recording mode.3. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.4. Turn JOG to select RECORDING SETUP and turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<RECORDING SET UP> menuappears.5. Turn JOG to select REC MODE andturn SHUTTLE to the right.6. Turn JOG to select NORMAL<SP> orH•D<EP> and turn SHUTTLE to theright.•NORMAL<SP> - higher picturequalityH•D<EP> - high density recording7. Turn JOG to select S-VHS/S-ET andturn SHUTTLE to the right.8. Turn JOG to select ON and turnSHUTTLE to the right.•The recording will be made on S-VHS mode when using ST-120 orST-160 tape.•The recording will be made on S-VHS ET mode when using T-120or T-160 tape.9. Turn SHUTTLE to the left.•<MAIN MENU> appears.10. Turn JOG to select CLOCK/FIRSTTIME SET UP and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•<FIRST TIME SET UP> menuappears.11. Turn JOG to select TAPE LENGTHand turn SHUTTLE to the right.12. Turn JOG to select the type of tapeyou are using and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•When using T-120 or ST-120 tape,select T-120.•When using T-160 or ST-160 tape,select T-160.13. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Manual RecordingT-120NORMAL<SP> H•D<EP> NORMAL<SP> H•D<EP>T-160TAPE LENGTHsetting2H6HL12HL18HL24HL30H48H72H96H120H168H240H360H480H720H960H2:00–12:00–26:00–50:0074:0098:00122:00170:00242:00362:00482:00722:00962:00–6:00–24:00–30:0054:0078:00102:00162:00174:00246:00366:00486:00726:00966:00–8:00–24:00–40:0072:00104:00136:00168:00232:00328:00488:00648:00968:001288:002:40–18:40–34:40–66:4098:40130:40162:40226:40322:40482:40642:40962:401282:402H8H16HL24HL32HL40H64H96H128H160H224H320H480H640H960H1280HRecordingtime modeTAPE LENGTHsettingRecordingtime modeREC MODEsetting REC MODEsetting(hours : minutes)14. Press REC/PLAY MODE button to selectthe desired recording mode.•The recording mode shown on thefluorescent display varies by thesetting selected in step 12.Refer to Recording/playback timebelow for the actual recording/playback time when T-120, ST-120, T-160 or ST-160 tape is used.15. Press REC button to begin recording.16. Press STOP button to stop recording.Note•If the tape you insert in your VCR has the erase preventiontab removed, your VCR will automatically eject it if youattempt to record on it.•The REC button will not function unless a tape is in stop orpause mode.•A tape recorded by this VCR may not be played backcorrectly by another VCR.Info.•Press the PAUSE button to momentarily stop recording. Pressit again to resume recording. To protect the tape, the pausemode is automatically cancelled after approximately 5 minutes.•Page 32 for the VCR’s function when the tape reaches itsend during recording.Recording/playback timeAudio recording/playbackThe 2H, 6H, 8H modes and the modes with the letter “L” (L12H,L16H, L18H, L24H, L30H, L32H and L40H) are for audiorecording and playback on the linear track.Note•Audio will not be recorded if cables for audio are notconnected to the AUDIO IN connector or the microphone isnot connected to the MIC IN jack.•The longer the recording mode is set, the worse the soundquality gets. In L24H(SP), L30H, L32H or L40H mode, thesound quality is of the degree that the speaking voice can be<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCE<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 6HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET OFFONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 6HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET OFFONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 6HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 6HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET OFFONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 6HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE COLORTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNGRS C<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE COLORTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNGRS C<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE COLORTAPE LENGTH T-160BUZZER WRNGRS C

8NoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationBasic Functions2H-8HPlayback modeAudioplayback VerygoodPictureQualityL12H-L40HGood12H/16H/24H/32H48H-1280H/0HNotavailableGoodFairVerygoodWhen TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-160, the playback mode is switched in the order of 8H L24H L40H 64H 96H 128H 160H 224H 320H 480H 640H 960H 1280H 0H 8H ...•Picture jitter or noise may occur when the tape is playedback in L12H, L16H, L18H, L24H, L30H, L32H or L40Hmode even if the recording was made in its respective mode.•When a pre-recorded tape is used for recording, the colorednoise may appear on the beginning of the playback picture.•There is normal sound playback only when a tape recordedin 2H, 6H, 8H, L12H, L16H, L18H, L24H, L30H, L32H orL40H mode is played back in its respective mode.When the tape reaches its end during playback/fastforwardingVCR’s function varies by the setting of TAPE END in the FIRSTTIME SET UP menu. page 32 for TAPE END setting.Rewinding a tapeWhile the tape is stopped, turn SHUTTLE to the left.To stop rewinding, press STOP button.Fast forwarding a tapeWhile the tape is stopped, turn SHUTTLE to the right.To stop fast forwarding, press STOP button.Info.•The fast forward/rewind time of a T-120/ST-120 tape isapproximately 2 minutes, however, the time varies by thetype of a tape you use.Audio playback and picture qualityPlayback1. Turn on the VCR and peripheral devices.2. Load a pre-recorded tape.3. Repeat steps 3, 4 and 9 to 13 inManual Recording for activatingS-VHS or S-VHS ET playbackmode and selecting the type oftape used.•If “S-VHS/S-ET” on“RECORDING SET UP” menu isset to “OFF”, a tape recorded inS-VHS or S-VHS ET mode cannotbe played back with this VCR.4. Press REC/PLAY MODE button toselect the desired playback mode.5. Press PLAY button to start playback.•If noise occurs during playback,adjust the tracking, page 17.6. Press STOP button to stop playback.Info.•VCR automatically plays back the tape if the erasureprevention tab is removed, AUTO PLAY.Note•Playback mode– SP mode –When TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-120, the playback mode is switched in the order of 2H L12H 12H L24H 24H 48H 72H 96H 120H 168H 240H 360H 480H 720H 960H 0H 2H ...When TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-160, the playback mode is switched in the order of 2H L16H 16H L32H 32H 64H 96H 128H 160H 224H 320H 480H 640H 960H 1280H 0H 2H ...– EP mode –When TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-120, the playback mode is switched in the order of 6H L18H L30H 48H 72H 96H 120H 168H 240H 360H 480H 720H 960H 0H 6H ...VCR’s function FastForwardPlaybackTAPE ENDsettingSTOP or REWINDREPEAT orALARM•PROTStopVCR automatically rewindsto the beginning of the tapeand stops.StopStopManual Recording (Cont.)heard.Recording Check FunctionWhen the VCR is recording, press the REC CHECK button formore than 1.5 seconds and then release. The tape will rewind alittle and then playback the recording just made. When the tapereaches the position where the REC CHECK button waspressed, the VCR starts recording again.

9Reference page Basic FunctionsYou can adjust the VCR’s clock from the front panel, eventhough the VCR is turned off. This function lets you to set theinformation in the order of time, month, day and year. The hourtime is entered twice. This is due to the daylight saving time.Example : Setting the day and present time to 10:38 a.m., 11thDecember, 2002.1. When the VCR and peripheral devicesare turned off, press MENU button formore than 3 seconds.•The hour digits of the clock on thefluorescent display starts flashing.2. Turn JOG to set the hour digits.When the flashing item is same asthe current time, turn SHUTTLEwithout turning JOG.3. Turn SHUTTLE to the right to make the10-minute digit flash and turn JOG toadjust.4. Turn SHUTTLE to the right to make the1-minute digit flash and turn JOG toadjust.To finish the clock adjustment now,press MENU button for more than 3seconds.5. Turn SHUTTLE to the right to make themonth digits flash and turn JOG toadjust.•The Month indicator ( ) illuminates.6. Turn SHUTTLE to the right to make theday digits flash and turn JOG to adjust.•The Day indicator ( ) illuminates.7. Turn SHUTTLE to the right to make theyear digits flash and turn JOG to adjust.8. Turn SHUTTLE to the right.•The VCR’s clock is set now.9. Repeat steps 1 and 2 and turn SHUTTLE to the left to exitafter hour mark is entered the second time.Note•Time and Date information can also be entered via the MenuSystem (FIRST TIME SETUP/TIME DATE ADJUST).When adjusting the clock to the exact secondSet the clock as described above, but set 1-minute digit to oneor two minutes ahead of the reference time being used. Afterthe step 7 above, when reference time reaches 00 second ofthe minute you have chosen, turn SHUTTLE to the right. TheVCR’s clock now corresponds to the reference time to thenearest second.JOG dialSHUTTLE ringAdjusting the ClockInfo. Use of JOG dial and SHUTTLE ring for menu settingJOG dial•Use JOG by placing a finger in the indent and turning.•Turning JOG to the right moves the selection forward.Turning it to the left moves the selection back.•If the selection is not flashing, turn JOG to the right to movethe cursor ( ) down one position then to the left to moveback to your selection.SHUTTLE ring•If you turn SHUTTLE to the right/left end and release it,SHUTTLE comes back to the center position automatically.•Navigate to the next menu layer by turning SHUTTLE to theright. Return to the previous menu layer by turningSHUTTLE to the left.

10 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationExample : Setting number 2 to L18H mode timer recording from12:00 to 15:00 every Tuesday.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select TIMERPROGRAM and turn SHUTTLE to theright.•<TIMER PROGRAM> menuappears.3. When the cursor ( ) is next toPROGRAM TO RECORD, turnSHUTTLE to the right.•<PROGRAM TO RECORD> menuappears.4. Turn JOG to select the programnumber and turn SHUTTLE to theright to select.5. In the DW column, turn JOG to selectthe Day of the Week. Turn SHUTTLEto the right to select.6. In the START column, turn JOG toselect the hour digits of the start time.Turn SHUTTLE to the right whendone.Set the 10-minute digit and 1-minute digit in a similar fashion.7. In the END column, turn JOG toselect the hour digits of the end time.Turn SHUTTLE to the right whendone.Set the 10-minute digit and 1-minute digit in a similar fashion.8. In the HR column, turn JOG to selectthe RECORDING mode.Recording Techniques<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 --- --:-- --:-- ------2 --- --:-- --:-- ------3 --- --:-- --:-- ------4 --- --:-- --:-- ------5 --- --:-- --:-- ------6 --- --:-- --:-- ------7 --- --:-- --:-- ------8 --- --:-- --:-- ------1654321) Program numberUp to 8 programs can be set.2) Day of the week display•Display HLD to apply HOLIDAY SET UP setting ( next page).Display SPL to apply SPECIAL DW setting ( next page).•Display DAY to record at the programmed time everyday.3) Recording start-time4) Next day indicator (•)Recording continues to the following day.5) Recording end-time6) Recording mode•Recording mode varies by the TAPE LENGTH setting of FIRSTTIME SET UP menu. See the table shown to the left.•Timer recording will not be performed when set to SKIP.Info. • Time is displayed in 24-hour format.Accurately preset the day and present time before timer programming. ( page 9 or 28)Timer Recording<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCECLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UP<TIMER PROGRAM>PROGRAM TO RECORDHOLIDAY SET UPSPECIAL DW MON-SAT<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 08:00 20:00 L30EP2 --- --:-- --:-- ------3--- --:-- --:-- ------<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 08:00 20:00 L30EP2 --- --:-- --:-- ------3 --- --:-- --:-- ------<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 08:00 20:00 L30EP2 TUE --:-- --:-- ------3 --- --:-- --:-- ------<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 08:00 20:00 L30EP2 TUE 12:00 --:-- ------3 --- --:-- --:-- ------<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 08:00 20:00 L30EP2 TUE 12:00 15:00 ------3 --- --:-- --:-- ------<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 08:00 20:00 L30EP2 TUE 12:00 15:00 L18EP3 --- --:-- --:-- ------<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 08:00 20:00 L30EP2TUE 12:00 15:00 L18EP3 --- --:-- --:-- ------Setup step 9 to make recording while the REC IN terminal isgrounded. If not, go to step 10.9. Press MENU button.•The program you are currently setting is highlighted.•Press MENU button again to cancel.10. Turn SHUTTLE to the right whendone. (Cursor flashing will stop.)•If the program has not been setcompletely, the DW column willcontinue to flash.Repeat steps 4 to 10 to set 2 or more programs at once.11. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.12. Press TIMER REC button.•The VCR is turned off and the Timer Recording indicator() illuminates on the fluorescent display.When TIMER REC button is pressed during theprogrammed period, the VCR starts recordingimmediately.Info.When the Timer Recording indicator ( ) starts flashing, checkfor the following conditions:a) A tape is not inserted.b) A tape without erase prevention tab is inserted.c) Day and present time has not been set.d) Timer program has not been set.e) Menu item has been set (flashing).– Remedy -1. Press TIMER REC button to turn off the Timer Recordingindicator( ).2. a) Insert a tape.b) Insert a tape with erase prevention tab intact.c) Set the day and present time ( page 9 or 28)d) Confirm the program.e) Turn SHUTTLE to the right to stop flashing.3. Press TIMER REC button to turn on the Timer Recordingindicator.T-120T-1602SP 8EP L16SP L24EP L32SP L40EP 64SP 64EP 96SP 96EP 128SP 128EP 160SP 160EP 224SP 224EP 320SP 320EP 480SP 480EP 640SP 640EP 960SP 960EP 1280SP 1280EP SKP2SP 6EP L12SP L18EP L24SP L30EP 48SP 48EP 72SP 72EP 96SP 96EP 120SP 120EP 168SP 168EP 240SP 240EP 360SP 360EP 480SP 480EP 720SP 720EP 960SP 960EP SKP

11Advanced FunctionsReference page1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select RECORDING SETUP and turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<RECORDING SET UP> menuappears.3. When the cursor ( ) is next toALARM REC MODE, turn SHUTTLEto the right.4. Turn JOG to set the alarm recordingmode you want and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.5. Turn JOG to select ALARM RECDURATION and turn SHUTTLE to theright.6. Turn JOG to set the alarm recordingduration you want and turn SHUTTLEto the right.•When set to MAN 1, alarmrecording continues until RST INterminal is grounded.•When set to MAN 2, alarmrecording continues while ALM INterminal is grounded.7. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Info.•The index signal is automatically recorded when an alarmrecording begins. (The Index indicator ( ) flashes onthe fluorescent display).•Even if an alarm recording is proceeding, the new alarmrecording starts when the next alarm signal is input. (Whilean index signal is being recorded and then the next alarmsignal is input, the second signal may not be detected duringskip or index search.)•An alarm recording continues till its end during timerrecording, even if the timer recording end-time reaches.•An alarm recording will be cancelled if the tape reaches itsend.•If the interval between two alarm recording start-times is tooshort, the skip or index search may not function correctly.( for the minimum interval between two alarm recordingstart-times, go to page 18)Alarm RecordingIf an alarm occurs, the VCR switches to alarm recording.page 26 for alarm recording connectionExample)When ALARM REC MODE is set to L30H andALARM REC DURATION is 10 min.Alarm signal inputL30HRecording10 minRecording Alarm Recording<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCECLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UP<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 2HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP><RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 2HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP><RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE L30HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP><RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE L30HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>Special day of the weekSet the recording period by specifying the start and end day ofthe week for timer recording.1. Display <TIMER PROGRAM> menu.2. Turn JOG to select SPECIAL DW andturn SHUTTLE to the right.3. Turn JOG to set the start and end dayof the week, and turn SHUTTLE to theright.4. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Note•Start day of the week and end day of the week cannot beidentical.When the recording period of 2 or more programs areoverlappedThe VCR always gives priority to the higher-numbered program.Info.•To make sure that the HOLIDAY SET UP setting is appliedcorrectly, set a timer program with HLD in DW column to thehigher-numbered program.<TIMER PROGRAM>PROGRAM TO RECORDHOLIDAY SET UPSPECIAL DW MON-SAT<HOLIDAY SET UP>01/01 01/15 02/11 03/2204/29 05/03 05/04 05/0507/20 09/15 09/23 10/1011/03 11/23 12/23 - - / - -- - / - - - - / - - - - / - - - - / - -MONTH / DAYHoliday set upUp to 20 days per year can be set for Holiday for when the timerrecording will be performed, or if HR in PROGRAM TORECORD menu is set to SKIP, the timer recording will not beperformed during the programmed period.1. Display <TIMER PROGRAM> menu.2. Turn JOG to select HOLIDAY SET UPand turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<HOLIDAY SET UP> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to move the cursor ( ) andturn SHUTTLE to the right.•Each time JOG is turned to the right, the cursor movestowards right-forward direction.4. Turn JOG to select the month you want, and turn SHUTTLEto the right.5. Turn JOG to select the day you want, and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.Repeat steps 3 to 5 to set 2 or more days at once.6. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Info.•To erase the pre-set month and day, turn SHUTTLE to theleft while the month item is flashing.<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE L30HALARM REC DURATION 10MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>Info.•To erase a program:Select the program number you wish to erase, turnSHUTTLE to the right (DW column flashes) and then turnSHUTTLE to the left.

12 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationRecording Techniques (Cont.)Series Recording 1Series recording is possible if two or more of these units areconnected. When the first VCR’s tape reaches its end or anerror occurs on VCR, the second VCR automatically beginsrecording.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select REAR TERMINALand turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<REAR TERMINAL> menuappears.Step 3 and 4 on 1st VCR only:3. When the cursor ( ) is next to CALLOUT, turn SHUTTLE to the right.4. Turn JOG to select WRNG•TAPEEND and turn SHUTTLE to the right.Step 5 and 6 on 2nd VCR only:5. Turn JOG to select REC IN and turnSHUTTLE to the right.6. Turn JOG to select SERIES and turnSHUTTLE to the right.7. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCE<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNGCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN REC-START/STOP<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNGCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN REC-START/STOP<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN REC-START/STOP<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNGCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN REC-START/STOP<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNGCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SERIES<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN REC-START/STOPAlarm recording counter01-01-’01 09:30:00 A0001<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE L30HALARM REC DURATION 10MEMERGENCY REC ONCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONESHOT•FIELD 1ONESHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCECLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UP<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END REWINDQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120Emergency RecordingThe VCR automatically starts an alarm recording when an alarmsignal is input even if the VCR is in stop mode, turned off or instand-by for timer recording. After an emergency recording, theVCR automatically returns to its original state.1. After step 6 of Alarm Recording, turnJOG to select EMERGENCY RECand turn SHUTTLE to the right.2. Turn JOG to select ON and turnSHUTTLE to the right.•The Emergency Recording indicator() illuminates on the fluorescentdisplay.Display during alarm recording•During the alarm recording, the alarmrecording counter will automatically bedisplayed on screen if DISPLAY MODE( page 30) is set to 1, 2 or 3.•The Alarm Recording indicator ( )on the fluorescent display flashesduring alarm recording and stays onwhen the alarm recording is finished.•The alarm recording counter shows upto 9999 alarm recordings, then it isreset to 0000 and continues counting.•When initializing the alarm recordinglist, the alarm recording counter willalso be reset.Remote RecordingThis function permits you to control the start/end of recordingfrom the remote place. The VCR continues recording while theREC IN terminal is grounded.1. Display <REAR TERMINAL> menu.2. Set REC IN to REC-START/STOP.3. Press MENU button.•The day and present time displayappears on screen. page 27 for remote recording connection.Note•An index signal will not be recorded during remote recording.•Series or timer recording function cannot be used withremote recording at the same time.Series Recording 2Series Recording 2 provides a function: when the first VCR’stape reaches its end, the second VCR automatically beginsrecording. When the tape in second VCR finishes, the first VCRstarts recording again. (The two VCRs keep recording one afteranother.) Setup both 1st and 2nd VCRs as in the steps below.1. Repeat steps 1 to 6 of Series Recording 1.Steps 3 to 6 must be set to both 1st and 2nd VCRs.2. Turn SHUTTLE to the left.•<MAIN MENU> appears.3. Turn JOG to select CLOCK/FIRSTTIME SET UP and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•<FIRST TIME SET UP> menuappears.4. Turn JOG to select TAPE END andturn SHUTTLE to the right.5. Turn JOG to select REWIND and turnSHUTTLE to the right.6. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen. page 27 for series recording connectionNote•Timer or emergency recording function cannot be used withseries recording at the same time.

13Advanced FunctionsReference pageOne shot/Interval RecordingOne shot recording allows you to control the number of fields tobe recorded when the REC button is pressed or the REC INterminal is grounded. Interval recording is made at the selectednumber of fields and at the selected interval.1. Press REC/PLAY MODE button on the front panel to set therecording mode to 0H.2. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.3. Turn JOG to select RECORDING SETUP and turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<RECORDING SET UP> menuappears.4. Turn JOG to select REC MODE andturn SHUTTLE to the right.5. Turn JOG to select the recordingmode, NORMAL<SP> or H•D<EP>and turn SHUTTLE to the right.6. Turn JOG to select ONESHOT•FIELD and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.7. Turn JOG to select the number ofrecording field and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.8. Turn JOG to select ONESHOT•INTERVAL and turn SHUTTLEto the right.For one shot recording, setup step 9 only:9. Turn JOG to select SHOT and turnSHUTTLE to the right.For interval recording, setup step 10 only:10. Turn JOG to select the recordinginterval and turn SHUTTLE to theright.11. Press REC button.•The one shot recording will be on standby mode.•The VCR starts the interval recording with the intervaltime selected in step 6 above.12. To start one shot recording, press REC button again orswitch the REC IN terminal on the rear panel to the ground.<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCE<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 2HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>EMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL 10SEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL 10SEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL 10SEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 5ONE SHOT•INTERVAL 10SCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 5ONE SHOT•INTERVAL 10S<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCECLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UP<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNG<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNG<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END REPEATQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNGTAPE ENDsettingREPEATREWINDALARM•PROTSTOP The tape stops.When there are alarmrecordings on tape When there is NO alarmrecording on tapeThe tape stops.(*)The tape is rewoundautomatically to thebeginning and thenrecording is resumed.The tape is rewound automatically to thebeginning (except in timer recording) andthen stops.The tape is rewound automatically to thebeginning and then recording is resumed(also recording over existing alarms).Repeat RecordingWith this function, when the tape is reached its end duringrecording, the VCR rewinds the tape and starts recording again.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select CLOCK/FIRSTTIME SET UP and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•<FIRST TIME SET UP> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to select TAPE END andturn SHUTTLE to the right.4. Turn JOG to select REPEAT orALARM•PROT and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.Refer to the table below forREPEAT and ALARM•PROT.•Repeat indicator ( ) illuminateson the fluorescent display.5. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.When the tape reaches its end during recordingThe following functions are automatically engaged when thetape ends during recording.* To repeat recording on the same tape again, eject the tapeonce and reinsert.CLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 5ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOTCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE H•D<EP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 5ONE SHOT•INTERVAL 30S

14 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationSynchronous RecordingA number of camera images can be mixed together through acamera switcher and then recorded separately onto severalVCRs. A camera is assigned to each VCR with the VCRrecording only the camera image it has been assigned. Thisallows recording without gaps.If you have 3 VCRs, the video signal from 3 cameras can berecorded separately by connecting the switcher as shownbelow:1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select REAR TERMINALand turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<REAR TERMINAL> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to select REC IN and turnSHUTTLE to the right.Steps 4 to 7 on VCR1 only:4. Turn JOG to select SERIES or REC-START/STOP and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•If the recording start signal isavailable on the switcher, selectSYNC REC.5. Turn JOG to select CLOCK OUT andturn SHUTTLE to the right.6. Turn JOG to select T/L-REC and turnSHUTTLE to the right.7. Turn JOG to select F and turnSHUTTLE to the right.Step 8 on all VCRs except VCR1:8. Turn JOG to select SYNC REC andturn SHUTTLE to the right.REC REC RECREC REC RECREC REC RECCAMERA1 CAMERA2 CAMERA3 CAMERA1 CAMERA2 CAMERA3 CAMERA1 CAMERA2V-SYNCSWITCHER / switching cameras/ recording start signalVCR1 / recording/ clock outVCR2 / recording/ clock outVCR3 / recording/ clock out9. Press MENU button.•The day and present time appears on screen. page 27 for synchronous recording connectionNote•The recording mode must be set to L12H, L16H, L18H,L24H, L30H, L32H or L40H.•The suitable number of VCRs and cameras to be connectedare shown below:VCRRecording time modeL12H, L16HL18H, L24H(EP)L24H(SP), L32HL30H, L40H73135Number of camerasMultiple of 7Multiple of 3Multiple of 13Multiple of 5<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCE<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SERIES<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SERIES<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN REC-START/STOP<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SERIES<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SYNC REC<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT T/L REC- FMODE OUT RECREC IN SERIES<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT T/L REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SERIESRecording Techniques (Cont.)

15Advanced FunctionsReference pageAdditional FeaturesMemory backup in case of power failureThis VCR includes a built-in backup memory, so the preset dayand present time will remain in memory even if there is a powerfailure. However, if the power cord is disconnected for a longperiod of time (2-3 months), the present time may not beaccurate. In this case, set the clock again.Info.•The battery is fully charged if the VCR’s power cord isplugged into the outlet for 40 or more hours per week.•If the battery is fully charged, even if the power cord is notplugged in, the following settings will remain in memory forup to 31 days:–The day and present time display–Alarm list–Power loss list–Number of tape uses–Counter display–Recording/Playback modeNote•When ALARM REC DURATION of the RECORDING SETUP menu is set to MAN1 or MAN2 and a power failureoccurs during the alarm recording, the VCR may not returnto the alarm recording mode when the power comes backon.After a power failureIf a power failure occurs during manual,timer or alarm recording, the VCR willreturn to the recording mode when thepower comes back on. The PowerFailure symbol (X) will be displayed forabout 1 minute on screen and the PowerLoss indicator ( ) will illuminate on thefluorescent display when the powercomes back on. If a power failure occurswhile the VCR’s power is on, the VCR willturn on by itself when the power comes back on.Displaying/clearing the power loss listDisplaying the power loss listThe power failure start time/date is logged in the VCR’s PowerLoss List. To view the list, please follow the steps listed below.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select MAINTENANCEand turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<MAINTENANCE> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to select POWER LOSSLIST and turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<POWER LOSS LIST> appears.4. Press MENU button.•The day and present time appearson screen.Note•Up to 3 power failure start times will be displayed. If morethan 3 failures have occurred, the first start time and the last2 start times will be displayed on the list.01-01-’01 MON00:00:00 X L24<MAINTENANCE>POWER LOSS LISTALARM LISTALL MENU INITIALIZEPOWER LOSS LIST CLEARALARM LIST CLEAR<REPEAT REC TIMES> 0<ELAPSED TIME> 0H<POWER LOSS LIST>01 01-31-’01 00:000203Clearing the power loss list1. Select POWER LOSS LIST CLEAR in<MAINTENANCE> menu and turnSHUTTLE to the right.2. Turn SHUTTLE to the left to clear thelist.•<MAINTENANCE> menuappears.To exit the menu without clearing the list, press MENUbutton.3. Press MENU button.•Once the list is cleared, the Power Loss indicator ( ) willgo off.Displaying/clearing the alarm listDisplaying the alarm listThe alarm recording start time/date are logged in the VCR’sAlarm List. To view the list, please follow the steps listed below.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select MAINTENANCEand turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<MAINTENANCE> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to select ALARM LIST andturn SHUTTLE to the right.•<ALARM LIST> appears.4. Press MENU button.•The day and present time appearson screen.Note•Maximum of 9,999 alarm recording start times will becounted.•Up to 8 alarm recording start times/dates will be displayed.If more than 8 alarm recordings have occurred, the first starttime and the last 7 start times will be displayed on the list.Clearing the alarm list1. Select ALARM LIST CLEAR in<MAINTENANCE> menu and turnSHUTTLE to the right.2. Turn SHUTTLE to the left to clear thelist.•<MAINTENANCE> menuappears.To exit the menu without clearing the list, press MENUbutton.3. Press MENU button.•Once the list is cleared, the Alarm Recording indicator() on the fluorescent display will go off.Number of tape use and elapsed time of VCRREPEAT REC TIMES indicates how many times a tape hasbeen recorded over since it was firstinserted.ELAPSED TIME indicates the total time the VCR hasbeen used for recording or playback.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select MAINTENANCEand turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<REPEAT REC TIMES> and<ELAPSED TIME> are shown atthe bottom of the<MAINTENANCE> menu. POWER LOSS LIST CLEARTurn the SHUTTLE RINGthen POWER LOSS LISTwill be cleared.<MAINTENANCE>POWER LOSS LISTALARM LISTALL MENU INITIALIZEPOWER LOSS LIST CLEARALARM LIST CLEAR<REPEAT REC TIMES> 0<ELAPSED TIME> 0H<ALARM LIST>0001 01-31-’01 00:000002000300040005000600070008 ALARM LIST CLEARTurn the SHUTTLE RINGthen ALARM LIST will becleared.<MAINTENANCE>POWER LOSS LISTALARM LISTALL MENU INITIALIZEPOWER LOSS LIST CLEARALARM LIST CLEAR<REPEAT REC TIMES> 0<ELAPSED TIME> 0H

16 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationSpecial Effects PlaybackThe following convenient functions are available. Audio outputis muted during special effects playback.Still picture1. Press PAUSE button during playback.•Press PAUSE button again to resume the playback.Shuttle ringBy turning the SHUTTLE ring during still picture, you can obtaina variety of playback speeds as shown below.1. Turn SHUTTLE to the right or left during still picture.•The playback speed varies by the angle of SHUTTLEring.•When SHUTTLE ring is released, it comes back to thecenter position and the playback picture stays at still.Shuttle holdWhen the SHUTTLE ring is released, the playback speed canbe fixed to one selected.1. Turn SHUTTLE to the right or left to obtain a desiredplayback speed, then press PAUSE button.2. Release SHUTTLE.Cancelling the shuttle hold playback1. Press PAUSE button once to go back to the still picture andpress once again to return to the playback.Direct shuttle ringBy turning the SHUTTLE ring during playback, you can obtainsome special playback effects as shown below.( ) indicates the playback speed ofthe recorded tape in 2H mode.15(7)9(5)9(5)275615(7)343211 Reverse high speed search2 Reverse speed search3 Reverse fast playback (x3)4 Normal playback5 Fast playback (x2)6 Forward speed search7 Forward high speed search3. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Note•<REPEAT REC TIMES> is:–counted when the tape ends during recording (exceptwhen TAPE END of FIRST TIME SET UP menu is set toSTOP)–memorized even if the VCR is turned off–reset when a tape is inserted–shown up to 200 times. OVER is shown if exceeds 200times.•<ELAPSED TIME> is shown up to 89,999 hours.Lock functionEach time the LOCK button is pressed, the Lock/Lock Allindicator illuminates on the fluorescent display in the order of (No display) ... All or some of thebuttons on the front panel of VCR are locked, and the VCR iskept in the current condition. To release the lock, press LOCKbutton until nothing is displayed on the fluorescent display.: All buttons except REC button and EJECT buttonare locked.: All buttons are locked.(No display): No buttons are locked.Additional Features (Cont.)( ) indicates the playback speed ofthe recorded tape in 2H mode.15(7)9(5)211/71/151/3089101175615(7)9(5)311/71/151/3043211 Reverse high speed search2 Reverse speed search3 Reverse fast playback (x3)4 Reverse playback5 Reverse slow6 Still7 Slow playback8 Normal playback9 Fast playback (x2)10 Forward speed search11 Forward high speed search

17Advanced FunctionsReference pageAdjustment during PlaybackTracking adjustmentIf noise appears in the picture during playback, reverse/forwardslow playback, fast playback, reverse playback, frame/fieldplayback, you can reduce or eliminate it by adjusting thetracking.How to adjust during playback1. Press TRACKING button (+) or (–) to achieve the bestpicture.How to adjust during reverse/forward slow playback,fast playback, reverse playback, frame or field playback1. During still picture, turn SHUTTLE to obtain the respectiveplayback mode.If noise appears in frame or field playback, set to slowplayback.2. While turning SHUTTLE, press PAUSE button.•The playback picture is fixed at the selected speed.3. Release SHUTTLE.4. Press TRACKING button (+) or (–) to achieve the bestpicture.Initializing the trackingThe tracking will be reset to its initial setting by pressing bothTRACKING buttons (+) and (–) together during playback.Note•Adjust the tracking at each playback mode or the type ofplayback (fast playback, reverse playback etc.), since themethod of tracking adjustment varies.•Although the tracking is adjusted during reverse playback orreverse slow playback, the noise may remain on screen.•When a picture recorded in 2H, 6H or 8H mode is playedback in L12H, L16H, L18H, L24H, L30H, L32H or L40Hmode, noise may appear on screen after the adjustment.•The noise bars will move continuously when a TRACKINGbutton is depressed.If noise appearsFrame or field playback1. To forward frames or fields one by one, turn JOG during stillpicture.•Turn to the right to forward.•Turn to the left to reverse.To forward frames or fields continuously, keep turning JOGduring still picture.•Keep turning to the right to forward frames (fields)continuously.•Keep turning to the left to reverse frames (fields)continuously.To stop frame or field playback, release JOG.•The playback picture stays at still.Note•Noise bars may appear on the picture while switchingbetween forward and reverse frame or field playback.Picture quality adjustmentThis control allows you to adjust the playback picture so that theoutline is sharper or softer.1. During playback, turn PICTURE control to the right or left.•Turning to the right makes the picture sharper.•Turning to the left makes the picture softer.Vertical adjustment (picture vibration at the top andbottom)The picture vibration during still picture, fast playback, slowplayback or playback at L12H-1280H or 0H mode can bereduced or eliminated by the following steps.How to adjust1. Press PAUSE button during playback.2. Press VERTICAL ADJUST button (+) or (–) to reduce oreliminate the picture vibration.Initializing the vertical adjustmentThe vertical adjustment will be reset to its initial setting bypressing both VERTICAL ADJUST buttons (+) and (–) togetherduring still picture, fast playback or playback at L12H-1280H or0H mode.Note•Horizontal vibration cannot be corrected with VERTICALADJUST buttons.•VERTICAL ADJUST buttons will not work, when QUASI V-SYNC of FIRST TIME SET UP menu is set to OFF.•The picture vibration during stil picture, frame or fieldplayback may not be adjusted with VERTICAL ADJUSTbuttons.SOFT SHARPWhen the picture is vibrating

18 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary information<SEARCH FUNCTION>COUNTER MEMORY STOPSKIP SEARCHINDEX SEARCH 1TIME DATE SEARCHUse JOG to adjust,turn the SHUTTLE RING or to execute.Press STOP to exit.Reverse direction Fast forward direction-255 -2 -1Present position+2+1 +255Alarm RecordingSearching TechniquesThe various search functions help you find pictures you wish toview.Counter memory stopRewinds a tape until the counter on the fluorescent displayreaches “00000” and stops.1. Press SEARCH button once.•<SEARCH FUNCTION> menuappears and COUNTERMEMORY STOP is highlighted.•The Counter Memory Stopindicator ( ) illuminates on thefluorescent display.2. Turn SHUTTLE to the right.•The VCR starts rewinding the tape.To quit while rewinding, press STOP button.To exit the <SEARCH FUNCTION> menu withoutrewinding, press STOP button.Note•When the counter on the fluorescent display indicates“00000”, COUNTER MEMORY STOP of the SEARCHFUNCTION menu cannot be selected.Skip searchDuring fast forwarding or rewinding, the VCR plays back a tape(at 2H, 6H or 8H mode) for about 4 seconds where an indexsignal is recorded. This process is repeated until the end orbeginning of the tape is reached.1. Press SEARCH button until SKIPSEARCH is highlighted.•The Skip Search indicator ( )illuminates on the fluorescentdisplay.2. Turn SHUTTLE to the right or left tostart searching.•Turning SHUTTLE to the right proceeds the search in theforward direction.•Turning SHUTTLE to the left proceeds the search in thereverse direction.To quit while searching, press STOP button.To exit the <SEARCH FUNCTION> menu withoutsearching, press STOP button.3. When you find a picture you wish to view, press PLAYbutton.Note•The index signal may be difficult to locate in some recordingconditions.•Audio output is muted during the skip search.<SEARCH FUNCTION>COUNTER MEMORY STOPSKIP SEARCHINDEX SEARCHTIME DATE SEARCHTurn the SHUTTLE RING or to executePress STOP to exit.Info.•Skip search or index search may not function if the intervalbetween two alarm recording start-times is too short. Thetable below indicates the minimum interval between twoalarm recording start-times for the skip or index search towork correctly.Index searchDuring fast forwarding or rewinding, the VCR will search for anindex signal you have selected. Whenthe index signal is found, the VCR willplay back in still picture.1. Press SEARCH button until INDEXSEARCH is highlighted.•The Index Search indicator() illuminates on thefluorescent display.2. Turn JOG to select an index number(between 1 and 255) you wish to find.To exit the <SEARCH FUNCTION> menu withoutsearching, press STOP button.3. Turn SHUTTLE to the right or left to start searching.•Turning SHUTTLE to the right proceeds the search inthe forward direction.•Turning SHUTTLE to the left proceeds the search in thereverse direction.•The index number shown on the fluorescent display willdecrease one by one as each index signal goes by.To quit while searching, press STOP button.Note•The index signal may be difficult to locate in some recordingconditions.Info. How to count index number•Index number is the count from the present position. Theindex number of one alarm recording before the presentposition is “-1”. One after is “+1”.•Maximum count is ±255 alarm recordings.Minimum intervalbetween two alarmrecording start-timesAlarmrecordingmode2H(2H)6H(8H)L12H(L16H)L18H(L24H)L24H(L32H)L30H(L40H)approx. 15 sec.approx. 15 sec.approx. 2 min.approx. 2 min.approx. 2 min.approx. 2 min.( ) appears when TAPE LENGTH is set to T-160.ALARMRECORDING ALARMRECORDINGPresent positionIndexFast forwardFast forwardIndexApprox. 4 sec.playback Approx. 4 sec.playbackFast forward<SEARCH FUNCTION>COUNTER MEMORY STOPSKIP SEARCHINDEX SEARCHTIME DATE SEARCHTurn the SHUTTLE RINGto execute.Press STOP to exit.

19Advanced FunctionsReference page<SEARCH FUNCTION>COUNTER MEMORY STOPSKIP SEARCHINDEX SEARCHTIME DATE SEARCHTurn the SHUTTLE RINGto go the search menu.Press STOP to exit.<TIME DATE SEARCH>TIME 00:00DATE 13DIRECTION REVERSEUse JOG to adjust,and ENTER .<TIME DATE SEARCH>TIME 03:25DATE 24DIRECTION FORWARDUse JOG to adjust,and ENTER to start.Time date searchYou can easily find a picture recorded at specific date and time.1. Press SEARCH button until TIMEDATE SEARCH is highlighted.•The Time Date Search indicator() illuminates on the fluorescentdisplay.2. Turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<TIME DATE SEARCH> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to set hour digits of TIMEyou wish to find and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.To exit the <TIME DATESEARCH> menu withoutsearching, turn SHUTTLE to theleft several times.4. Set 10-minute digit and 1-minute digitof TIME, DATE and DIRECTION in asimilar fashion.•Searches in the forward directionof the tape when DIRECTION isset to FORWARD.•Searches in the reverse directionof the tape when DIRECTION isset to REVERSE.5. Turn SHUTTLE to the right to start searching.•When the recorded picture is found, it is shown at stillpicture.To quit while searching, press STOP button.Note•An index mark is written on a tape at each hour (1:00, 2:00and so on) during recording. The time date search cannotbe resumed if the index mark of the hour (set in step 3) isnot recorded on a tape.Example: When the VCR recorded from 8:15 to 17:30 on atape, only pictures recorded between 9:00 and 17:30 can befound using the time date search.•The time date search may not function correctly, if you use atape with a poor recording quality or with alarm recordingsrecorded at several recording mode.•The time date search will not function when using a taperecorded with other VCRs or a tape recorded without settingthe current day and time.Info.•When the desired part of the tape is not found in theselected direction, the VCR automatically searches in theopposite direction.

20 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationConfiguring the time lapse VCRImportant notice:•Before connecting the hardware, unplug the powercord of the VCR from the wall outlet, and turn thepersonal computer power off.Connecting the VCR to a personal computer1. Connect the RS-232C cross cable to the RS-232C terminalof the personal computer.2. Connect the other end of cable to RS-232C terminal on theVCR.RS-232C settingSet the RS-232C interface setting by using the on screen menuof the VCR.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select CLOCK/FIRSTTIME SET UP and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•<FIRST TIME SET UP> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to select RS-232C and turnSHUTTLE to the right.•<RS-232C> menu appears.4. Change the parameter value byturning JOG to the left or right andturn SHUTTLE to the right to store thenew value.•The next item starts flashing.5 Repeat step 4 until all of the items are set.•<FIRST TIME SET UP> menu appears after setting VCRADDRESS.6. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Note•Set all parameters to the same values as the controllingpersonal computer or other equipment.•The PARITY BIT cannot be used when the DATA BITLENGTH is set to 8BIT.•When controlling only one VCR via the personal computer,VCR ADDRESS is set to NONE.•When VCRs have a unique VCR ADDRESS (from VCR01 toVCR255), VCRs can be controlled remotely via a personalcomputer.Connecting to a personal computerA personal computer that has an RS-232C serial port can beused to remotely control the VCR.Physical protocol of RS-232CData communication settingsSynchronization AsynchronousTransmission rate 1200/2400/4800/9600 bpsData bit length 1bit/2bitParity bit Nil/Even/OddXcontrol NilS parameter NilCS-RS hand-shake WithDelimiter code for send CR(0DH)/CR(0DH)+LF(0AH)Delimiter code for receive CR(0DH)/CR(0DH)+LF(0AH)Cable connectionsBefore connecting the hardware, unplug the power cord of theVCR from the outlet, and turn the personal computer power off.Connect the RS-232C IN terminal of the VCR to the personalcomputer’s serial port.1. When the RS-232C connector of the computer is D-SUB25pin.2. When the RS-232C connector of the computer is D-SUB9pin.AUDIO VIDEOOUT OUTINREMOTE MICINRESETALM RSTINREC GND ALMMODECLKOUTCALLBATTERYOPENS-VIDEOOUTINPersonal computerRS-232CIN terminalRS-232C cross cableRS-232Cterminal<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINAL<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNGRS-232C<RS-232C>TRANSMISSION RATE 1200DATA BIT LENGTH 8BITSTOP BIT LENGTH 1BITPARITY BIT NONEDELIMITER<SEND> CR•LFDELIMITER RECEIVE CR<RS-232C>TRANSMISSION RATE 1200DATA BIT LENGTH 8BITSTOP BIT LENGTH 1BITPARITY BIT NONEDELIMITER<SEND> CR•LFDELIMITER<RECEIVE> CRVCR ADDRESS NONERS-232CD-SUB 9pin male5 4 3 2 19 8 7 6No.2345678Signal linenames MeaningsReceive dataTransmit dataData terminal readySignal groundData set readyRequest sendClear to sendDirections(from VCR side)INPUTOUTPUTOUTPUT–INPUTOUTPUTINPUTRDSDERSGDRRSCSFRAMERD 2SD 3ER 4SG 5DR 6RS 7CS 8 1 FG2 RD3 SD4 ER5 SG6 DR7 RS20 CSD-SUB 9 pin female(VCR) D-SUB 25 pin male(Computer)RD 2SD 3ER 4SG 5DR 6RS 7CS 8 2 RD3 SD4 ER5 SG6 DR7 RS8 CSD-SUB 9 pin female D-SUB 9 pin femaleFRAMEFRAMEUsing with Personal Computer

21Advanced FunctionsReference pageCommands from personal computerThe commands sent from the personal computer (or otherequipment) to the VCR and responses produced by the VCRare detailed in this section.When controlling only one VCR via the personalcomputer, VCR ADDRESS of RS-232C menu is set toNONE.Note#1 When you set DELIMITER<RECEIVE> to CR, input thecarriage return code (0DH).When you set DELIMITER<RECEIVE> to CR•LF, input thecarriage return code (0DH) and line feed code (0AH).#2 When you set DELIMITER<SEND> to CR, the carriagereturn code (0DH) will be inputted.When you set DELIMITER<SEND> to CR•LF, the carriagereturn code (0DH) and line feed code (0AH) will be inputted.Example 1:Switch on the VCR. (When DELIMITER<SEND> andDELIMITER<RECEIVE> of RS-232C menu is set to CR.)*CR indicates carriage return code (0DH).Example 2:Recording was attempted, but failed because the eraseprevention tab of the tape was broken. (WhenDELIMITER<SEND> and DELIMITER<RECEIVE> of RS-232Cmenu is set to CR.)*CR indicates carriage return code (0DH).When controlling two or more VCRs from a personalcomputer, the VCR ADDRESS of each VCR is set to thedifferent address (from VCR 01 to VCR255, exceptNONE).•Input the “VCR ADDRESS (eg. VCR01)” that you want tocontrol and “, (comma)” before inputting the command code.•When you want to control all connected VCRs, input “ALL”and “, (comma)” before inputting the command codes.Note#1 When you set DELIMITER<RECEIVE> to CR, input thecarriage return code (0DH).When you set DELIMITER<RECEIVE> to CR•LF, input thecarriage return code (0DH) and line feed code (0AH).#2 When you set DELIMITER<SEND> to CR, the carriagereturn code (0DH) will be inputted.When you set DELIMITER<SEND> to CR•LF, the carriagereturn code (0DH) and line feed code (0AH) will be inputted.Example 1:Fast forward the tape in the VCR of the ID number VCR02.(When the DELIMITER<SEND> and DELIMITER<RECEIVE> ofRS-232C menu is set to CR.)*CR indicates carriage return code (0DH).Example 2:Set the clock of the all VCR connected to 12:27. (WhenDELIMITER<SEND> and DELIMITER<RECEIVE> of RS-232Cmenu is set to CR.)*CR indicates carriage return code (0DH).* The order and number of the status responses from theVCRs to the PC or other controller may vary dependentupon the number of VCRs and the ID number settings.Sending commandsfrom the PC etc. Status or error codefrom the VCR to PC etc.MeaningsCommand for fast forwarding(VCR02)Command received (VCR02)Command carried out (VCR02)VCR02, FF CRVCR02, RC CRVCR02, EX CRSending commandsfrom the PC etc. Status or error codefrom the VCR to PC etc.MeaningsCommand for recordingCommand received (VCR01)Command carried out (VCR01)Command received (VCR255)Command carried out (VCR255)ALL,SC12,27 CR VCR01, RC CRVCR01, EX CRVCR255, RC CRVCR255, EX CR••••••Format : CommandCodes Parameter1,Parameter2,,ParameternDelimiter#1Command : Commands set to the VCR.Format : Status Parameter1,Parameter2,,ParameternDelimiter#2Status : Response codes from the VCR.Power ON commandCommand receivedCommand carried outPW1 CR RC CREX CRSending commandsfrom the PC etc. Status or error codefrom the VCR to PC etc.MeaningsCommand for recordingCommand receivedFailed because theerase prevention tabof the tape is broken.RC CR RC CRER02 CRSending commandsfrom the PC etc. Status or error codefrom the VCR to PC etc.MeaningsFormat : CommandCodesVCR ADDRESSor ALL Parameter1,Parameter2,,ParameternDelimiter#1Format : CommandCodesVCR ADDRESSParameter1,Parameter2,,ParameternDelimiter#2Command : Commands set to the VCR.Status : Response codes from the VCR to outside.

22 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationUsing with Personal Computer (Cont.)Commands and Responses•#1 : Input the code according to DELIMITER<RECEIVE> setting {CR (0DH) or CR (0DH) + LF (0AH)}.•#2 : The code according to DELIMITER<SEND> setting {CR (0DH) or CR (0DH) + LF (0AH)} will be inputted.• indicates one character or number. (eg. indicates three characters or numbers.)NO.123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233CommandsPWPW0PW1EJSPPBRPFFRWRCCMPUPU0PU1FARALKLK0LK1SFSRIFIRINTRTR0TR1TPSSLOLMCRCTFunctionsPower ON/OFFPower OFFPower ONEjectStopPlaybackReverse playbackFast forwardRewindRecordingCounter memory stopPause ON/OFFPause OFFPause ONFrame adavance (when still)Reverse frame adavance (when still) Lock OFFLock ONLock All ONSkip search (forward)Skip search (reverse)Index search (forward)( =001-255)Index search (reverse)( =001-255)Enquiy about current index No.(during index search)Timer recording ON/OFF Timer recording OFF Timer recording ONEnquiry about current executing timerprogram No.Enquiry about current VCR statusLock ON/OFF or Lock All ON/OFF :0=OFF, 1=ONEnquiry about current lock status andlock modeCounter resetEnquiry about current counter displayvalueExplanation of statusCommand received and carried outIndex No. is =001-255 Command received and carried outTimer program No. is =1-8 (Note)ER08,when not timer recordingPower off, cassette inPower off, cassette outPower on, cassette inPower on, cassette outFast forward underwayRewind underwayRecording underwayRecording pause underwayPlayback underwayReverse playback underwayForward speed search underwayReverse speed search underwayStill underwayCounter memory stop underwaySkip search (fast forward) underwaySkip search (rewind) underwayPlayback during skip searchIndex search (fast forward) underwayIndex search (rewind) underwayRewind during repeat recordingAlarm recording underwayTimer recording underwayStandby for timer recordingTimer recording error underwayTime date search standby underwayTime date FF search underwayTime date REW search underwayTime date search or point adjustmentunderwayRecording check underwayAlarm recording Index writing underwayTime date index writing underwayOneshot recording underwayFrame advance underwayReverse frame advance underwayCommand received and carried out : 0=Lock off, 1=Lock on 2=Lock All onCommand received and carried out =00000-99999Status after normal executionRC EXRC IDRC EXRC TNRC ST00RC ST01RC ST02RC ST03RC ST04RC ST05RC ST06RC ST07RC ST08RC ST09RC ST10RC ST11RC ST12RC ST13RC ST14RC ST15RC ST16RC ST17RC ST18RC ST19RC ST20RC ST21RC ST22RC ST23RC ST24RC ST25RC ST26RC ST27 RC ST29RC ST30RC ST31RC ST32RC ST33RC ST34RC EXRC LM RC EXRC CT#2 #2#2#2#2#2 #2#2#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1

23Advanced FunctionsReference pageNO.34353637383940414243444546474849CommandsMCMDDPDPPISD (1), (2), (3) DTSC (1), (2)TMTDPS (1), (2)LCPG (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8)PMCADW (1), (2) FunctionsSwitch over REC/PLAY mode to = 002,006,L12,(012),L18,L24,(024),L30,048,072,096,120,168,240,360,480,720,960,000 (012 and 024 are available duringplayback at SP mode)Enquiry about current REC/PLAY modeChange menu to the next layerSwitch screen page to : 000=present time display100=MAIN MENU110=DISPLAY menu120=SEARCH FUNCTION menu121=TIME DATE SEARCH menu130=TIMER PROGRAM menu131=PROGRAM TO RECORD menu132=HOLIDAY SET UP menu 140=RECORDING SET UP menu150=REAR TERMINAL menu160=MAINTENANCE menu161=POWER LOSS LIST162=ALARM LIST163=ALL MENU INITIALZE164=POWER LOSS LIST CLEAR165=ALARM LIST CLEAR170=FIRST TIME SET UP menu171=TIME DATE ADJUST menu172=RS-232C menuEnquiry about current screen pageCurrent date setting (1):Month, (2):Day, (3) :YearEnquiry about current dateCurrent time setting (1):Hour, (2):MinuteEnquiry about current timeEnquiry about power failure symbolTime and date display position (1):Horizontal=01-30 (mode 1,size large)=01-49 (mode 1,size small)=01-39 (mode 2,3 size large)=01-65 (mode 2,3 size small) (2):Vertical=01-37 (mode 1,size large or small)=01-35 (mode 2,3 size large or small)Enquiry about time and date displaypositionTimer program setting (1)Program No.=1-8 (2):Day of the week (0=SUN, 1=MON, 2=TUE, 3=WED, 4=THU, 5=FRI, 6=SAT,7=DAY, 8=SPL,9=HLD) (3):Rec. starting hour=00-23 (4):Rec. starting minute=00-59 (5):Rec. ending hour=00-23 (6):Rec. ending minute=00-59 (7):Rec. time mode=002, 006, L12, L18,L24, L30, 048, 072, 096, 120, 168, 240, 360,480, 720, 960, 000, SKP (8):REC mode 0=SP, 1=EP, 2=SP/EXT,3=EP/EXT (EXT= external timer recording)Enquiry about setting contents of timerprogram No. ( =1-8)Clear contents of timer program No. ( =1-8)Setting the special day of the week (1):Start day of the week (0-6) (2):End day of the week (0-6)0=SUN, 1=MON, 2=TUE, 3=WED,4=THU, 5=FRI, 6=SATStatus after normal exectionRC EXRC MD (1), (2)RC EXRC ON (1) (2)RC EXRC TD (1), (2), (3), (4)RC EXRC TI (1), (2), (3)RC MKRC EXRC LT (1), (2)RC EXRC MP (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7) (8)RC EX(Cannot accept this command when (1)and (2)are the same number)Explanation of statusCommand received and carried out (1): (same as item 34) (2): 0=SP,1=EP (only when (1) is 048-000)Command received and carried out (1):(same as item 37),050=LANGUAGE SELECT (2) : 0=Setting completed, 1=Setting underwayCommand received and carried out (1),- (3):(same as item 39) (4):Day of the week0=SUN, 1=MON, 2=TUE,3=WED, 4=THU, 5=FRI, 6=SATCommand received and carried out (1):Hour, (2):Minute, (3):Second : 0=Not Displayed, 1=DisplayedCommand received and carried out (1), (2) : (same as item 44)Command received and carried out(Note) An error (ER08) will occur if anattempt is made to program a timer program number that has already been set. Clear thetimer program contents with the "CA "command and then retry. (1),- (8) (=same as item 46)Command received and carried out#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1 #2#1#1#1#1#1#2#2 #2#2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2#2 #2#2#1#1

24 Advanced FunctionsNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationUsing with Personal Computer (Cont.)NO.505152535455565758596061626364656667686970717273747576777879808182838485868788899091CommandsDW?AMAS1ADAS0EMEM0EM1AS2TEFS0DMDM?CH0CH1FS1CO (1), (2)ROMORMCUCU?BLBL?STBZBRFS2BPOSOFOIOI?ANATCAPNPTPCMIHM?WNFunctionsEnquiry about setting of the special day of the weekAlarm recording mode setting =02,06,12,18,24,30Enquire of alarm recording mode settingAlarm REC duration setting :0=MAN1, 1=MAN2, 2=15S, 3=30S, 4=45S, 5=1M, 6=2M, 7=5M, 8=10MEnquiry about alarm REC duration settingEmergency REC ON/OFFEmergency REC OFFEmergency REC ONEnquiry about emergency REC settingTape end movement setting : 0=STOP, 1=REWIND, 2=REPEAT, 3=ALARM•PROT (protect) Enquiry about tape end movement setDisplay mode setting =1-4 Enquiry about display mode settingSet date character display size "SMALL"Set date character display size "LARGE"Enquiry about date character display sizeClock out setting (1):0=REC, 1=T/L REC (2):01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 60, 00(output by field)Enquiry about clock out settingMode out setting : 0=REC, 1=PLAY, 2=POWER, 3=TAPE IN, 4=TAPE REMAIN, 5=CLOCK ADJEnquiry about MODE OUT settingCALL OUT setting :0=OFF, 1=ONReceive the command only when thesignal at the CALL OUT terminal is switched to the active condition.Enquiry about CALL OUT settingBlue Back setting : 0=OFF, 1=ONEnquiry about Blue Back settingSet menu item to flash :0=OFF, 1=ONBuzzer setting : 0=WRNG, 1=WRNG•TAPE END, 2=WRNG•REMAIN, 3=OFFBuzzer ON/OFF setting :0=OFF, 1=ONEnquiry about buzzer settingEnquiry about buzzer statusOne shot field setting : 01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 10, 20, 30Enquiry about one shot field settingOneshot interval setting : 0=SHOT, 1=10S, 2=15S, 3=30S 4=45S, 5=1M, 6=2M, 7=3MEnquiry about one shot interval settingEnquiry about current alarm REC. No.Enquiry about alarm list : 0=about the first alarm recording 1-7=about the last to seventh last alarm recordingClearing alarm listEnquiry about current power loss No.Enquiry about power loss list : 0=about the first power loss 1=about the second last power loss 2=about the last power lossClearing power loss listInitializing the menu settingEnquiry about the elapsed timeEnquiry about warning informationStatus after normal executionRC DW (1), (2)RC EXRC AMRC EXRC APRC EXRC EGRC EXRC TERC EXRC DMRC EXRC CZRC EXRC CD (1), (2)RC EXRC MRRC EX RC CURC EXRC BLRC EX RC EX RC BZRC SWRC EXRC SDRC EXRC OIRC ANRC AT (1), (2), (3), (4), (5)RC EXRC PNRC PT (1), (2), (3), (4), (5)RC EXRC HMRC WNExplanation of status (1):Start day (of the week) (0-6) (2):End day (of the week) (0-6)0=SUN, 1=MON, 2=TUE, 3=WED,4=THU, 5=FRI, 6=SATCommand received and carried out =02,06,12,18,24,30Command received and carried out :(same as item 53)Command received and carried out :0=OFF, 1=ONCommand received and carried out :(same as item 59)Command received and carried out =1-4Command received and carried outCommand received and carried out : 0=SMALL, 1=LARGECommand received and carried out (1), (2):(same as item 66)Command received and carried out : (same as item 68)Command received and carried out : 0=OFF, 1=ONCommand received and carried out : 0=OFF, 1=ONCommand received and carried outCommand received and carried out : (same as item 75) : 0=OFF (not ring), 1=ON (ring)Command received and carried out :(same as item 79)Command received and carried out :(same as item 81) =0000-9999 (1):Month, (2):Day, (3):Year, (4):Hour, (5):MinuteCommand received and carried out =00-99 (1):Month, (2):Day, (3):Year, (4):Hour, (5):MinuteCommand received and carried out :=hour :Warning No.00=no malfunction, 01=tape end03=video input missing04=clogged head05=reel rotation trouble06=loading motor trouble07=capstan motor trouble08=drum motor trouble09=tape loose, 10=switching power short#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2#2 #2#2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#2 #2#2#2 #2#2#2#2 #2#2#2 #2#2 #2

25Advanced FunctionsReference pageNO.9293949596979899100101102103104105106107108109110111112113114115116117118119120121122123124125126127CommandsCA0RIRI?QVQMCLRLSMSM?RS?TLTL?LP?TF (1), (2), (3)TB (1), (2), (3)TS?MQSB1MMSB3RN?BL?SV?HL (1), (2), (3)EHHCCGCG?HRHR0HR1HR?MRMR0MR1MR?FunctionsClearing the warning "ER05"REC IN setting : 0=SERIES, 1=REC-START/STOP 2=SYNC RECEnquiry about REC IN settingQUASI-VSYNC setting :0=OFF, 1=ONEnquiry about QUASI-VSYNC settingCALL OUT setting : 0=WRNG, 1=WRNG•TAPE END 2=WRNG•REMAINEnquiry about CALL OUT settingDAYLIGHT SAVING setting : 0=OFF, 1=ON, 2=AUTOEnquiry about DAYLIGHT SAVINGS settingEnquiry about REPEAT REC TIMESTape length setting : 0=T-120/ST-120, 1=T-160/ST-160Enquiry about tape length settingEnquiry about tape remaining timeTime date search (forward) setting (1):Day, (2):Hour, (3):MinuteTime date search (reverse) setting (1):Day, (2):Hour, (3):MinuteEnquiry about time date search settingVIDEO MODE setting : 1=B/W, 2=AUTOEnquiry about VIDEO MODEMenu language selection : 0=English, 1=French, 2=SpanishEnquiry about selected menu languageEnquiry about recording/playbackmode, SP/EPBlueback ON/OFFEnquiry about recording formatHoliday set up setting (1):Position No. 01-20, (2):Month, (3):DayClearing holiday set up setting : Position No. 01-20Enquiry about holiday set up setting online 1 to 5 : Line No. 1-5Clog detection ON/OFF :0=OFF, 1=ONEnquiry about clog detection settingS-VHS/S-ET ON/OFFS-VHS/S-ET OFFS-VHS/S-ET ONEnquiry about S-VHS/S-ET settingSetting REC MODE SP/EPREC MODE SP ONREC MODE EP ONEnquire about REC MODE settingStatus after normal executionRC EXRC RIRC EXRC QVRC EXRC CLRC EXRC SMRC RSRC RSOVERRC EXRC TLRC LP (1), (2)RC EXRC TS (1) (2) (3)RC EXRC SQRC EXRC SPRC RNRC BLRC SVRC EXRC HC (1), (2), (1), (2), (1), (2), (1), (2), (1), (2)RC EXRC CGRC EXRC HRRC EXRC RMExplanation of statusCommand received and carried out :(same as item 93)Command received and carried out : 0=OFF, 1=ONCommand received and carried out :(same as item 97)Command received and carried out : 0=OFF, 1=ON, 2=AUTO OFF,3=AUTO ON : 000-200OVER (more than 201 times)Command received and carried out :(same as item 102) (1):Hour, (2):MinuteCommand received and carried out (1):Day, (2):Hour, (3):MinuteCommand received and carried out : (same as item 108)Command received and carried out : (same as item 110)8=Language is not selected : 0=SP 1=EP : 0=OFF, 1=ON : 0=VHS, 1=S-VHS, 2=S-VHS ETCommand received and carried out (1):Month, (2):DayCommand received and carried out : 0=OFF, 1=ONCommand received and carried out : 0=OFF, 1=ONCommand received and carried out : 0=SP, 1=EP#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2#2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2#2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#1#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2 #2#2#2 #2#2#2 #2NO.1234567ErrorsER00ER01ER02ER03ER04ER05ER06Meaning of errorNo power supplyNo cassette loadedBroken tape tab (unable to record)Beginning of the tapeTape endProblem with the tape, video input or VCR mechanismPresent time or timer program not yet setNO.8910111213ErrorsER07ER08ER10ER11ER12ER13Meaning of errorAlarm REC underway (Unable to change setting)UnfeasibleIncorrect commandIncorrect parameterOverflow of the VCR's command receive bufferData not received correctlyError codes

26 InstallationNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationConnections for Various FunctionsAlarm Recording ConnectionThe alarm can be confirmed from a distance by connecting theALM OUT terminal with an existing alarm system panel or otherperipherals such as a buzzer. Connect the VCR and otherperipherals as to the right. ( page 11 for the menu settingand page 37 for the rating of each terminal)Alarm set switchAlarm reset switch External alarm lampand buzzerRSTINREC GND ALMALMMODECLKOUTCALLAUDIO VIDEOOUT OUTINREMOTEIN S-VIDEOOUTINRESETRSTINREC GND ALMALMMODECLKOUTCALLMICVIDEOOUTAUDIOOUTVIDEO INAUDIO INSENSOR CCTV CAMERAALM IN GNDVIDEOIN S-VIDEOINVIDEO OUTS-VIDEOOUTMONITORMICINMICROPHONE S-VIDEO OUTS-VIDEO INOne of either codesshould be connected.One of either codesshould be connected.Connecting with CCTV camera, monitor and sensorNote•Monitor to be connected–Connecting with a CCTV monitor (for surveillance) is recommended.–Connecting with some monitors may cause picture vibration and/or picture distortion at the top or bottom of the image at stillpicture or normal playback.–A television for domestic use may easily cause the picture vibration and distortion.•CCTV camera to be connected–Do not connect ‘Color’ and ‘Black & White’ cameras together.•When both S-VIDEO IN terminal and VIDEO IN terminal are connected with the CCTV camera, the signal through S-VIDEO INterminal is given priority.

27InstallationReference pageSeries Recording ConnectionConnect VCRs to be used as shown below.( page 12 for the menu setting)Remote Recording ConnectionConnect the VCR with a remote switch as to the right. ( page 12 for the menu setting and page 37 for the rating of eachterminal)*1 : This connection is necessary in case of Series Recording 2.*11st VCRRSTINREC GND ALMALMMODECLKOUTCALL2nd VCRRSTINREC GND ALMALMMODECLKOUTCALLRemote switchRSTINREC GND ALMALMMODECLKOUTCALLSynchronous Recording ConnectionConnect VCRs as shown below. ( page 14 for the menu setting)NoteThe number of VCRs to be connected varies by the recording time mode selected.Switcher1st VCRVIDEO INVIDEO INVIDEO INCLK OUTREC INCLK OUTREC IN2nd VCR3rd VCRCamera 1Camera 2Camera 3Connection for External Time Clock AdjustmentConnect VCRs as shown below. ( page 28 for the menu setting and page 37 for the rating of each terminal)2nd VCR1st VCRSwitchRSTINREC GND ALMALMMODECLKOUTCALL RSTINREC GND ALMALMMODECLKOUTCALL*1 : When connecting the MODE OUT terminal of the first VCR with the RST IN terminal of the second VCR,the on-screen clock of the second VCR can be adjusted to that of the first VCR.*1

28 InstallationNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationExample : Setting the day and presenttime to 8:25 p.m., 9 July, 2002.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select CLOCK/FIRSTTIME SET UP and turn SHUTTLEto the right.•<FIRST TIME SET UP> menuappears.3. Turn JOG to select TIME DATEADJUST and turn SHUTTLE to theright.•<TIME DATE ADJUST> menuappears.4. Turn JOG to set DAYLIGHTSAVINGS and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•When set to ON, the clock moves forward one hour.•When set to AUTO, the clock moves forward one hourfrom the 1st Sunday of April (at 2 a.m.) to the lastSunday of October (at 3 a.m.).•When set to ON or AUTO and the clock is put forwardone hour, the Daylight Saving Time symbol ( ) is shownnext to the hour digit of TIME on screen and the DaylightSaving Time indicator ( ) illuminates on the fluorescentdisplay.Note•When the DAYLIGHT SAVINGS is set to AUTO, theprogrammed recordings starting or finishing in thedaylight saving time changeover period may not berecorded correctly.•The daylight saving time may vary from the one abovedepending on your region or the year, in this case, setDAYLIGHT SAVINGS to ON or OFF manually.5. Turn JOG to show “07” for MONTH and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.6. Set DAY, YEAR, TIME (hour digits, 10-minute digit and 1-minute digit) in a similar fashion.7. Turn SHUTTLE to the right whilethe 1-minute digit of TIME isflashing.•The setting is now complete.•<FIRST TIME SET UP> menuappears.8. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Setting the Clock<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCECLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UP<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120<TIME DATE ADJUST>DAYLIGHT SAVINGS OFFMONTH 01DAY 31YEAR 2001TIME 00:00:00•’01 indicates year 2001.•The clock is shown in 24-hour format.•Alarm recording counter is shown during alarm recording only.<TIME DATE ADJUST>DAYLIGHT SAVINGS AUTOMONTH 01DAY 31YEAR 2001TIME 00:00:00<TIME DATE ADJUST>DAYLIGHT SAVINGS AUTOMONTH 07DAY 09YEAR 2002TIME 20:25:00Accurately set the day and present time before timer program-MonthDay Year HourAlarmRecordingCounterSecondMinute07-09-’01 20:25:00 A0001<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 2HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT CLOCK ADJREC IN SERIESInfo.•When DAYLIGHT SAVINGS is set to ON or OFF and atape is not inserted in the VCR, DAYLIGHT SAVINGS canbe switched to ON or OFF on the front panel of the VCRby pressing STOP button and EJECT button together.•To move the displayed position of the day and present timeon screen, press POSITION button () or ( ). ( ) movesthe display in a right-forward direction and ( ) in adownward direction.Setting the current time to exact secondSet the clock as described above, but set minute digits to one ortwo minutes ahead of the reference time being used. When thereference time reaches 00 seconds of the minute you have set,turn SHUTTLE to the right. The VCR’s clock now correspondsto the reference time to the nearest second.External time clock adjustmentThe VCR’s clock can be set to the nearest hour by connectingwith an external clock. When 2 or more VCRs are connectedtogether, the clock can be set to the 1st VCR’s clocksimultaneously. Make the following settings to all VCRs youwish to set the clock. ( previous page for the connection)1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Set ALARM REC DURATION of<RECORDING SET UP> menu toother than MAN1.3. Set MODE OUT of <REARTERMINAL> menu to CLOCKADJ.4. Press MENU button.•The day and present timedisplay appears on screen.How the external time clock adjustment worksWhen the RST IN terminal is grounded at the rear panel, theclock is automatically set to the nearest hour.Example:•When the display shows 11:29:59, the clock is adjustedto 11:00:00.•When the display shows 11:30:00, the clock is adjustedto 12:00:00.When more than 2 VCRs are connected and the clock of the 1stVCR is adjusted to the nearest hour, the additional VCRs willalso be set to the nearest hour.

29InstallationReference pageSet the menus by the following steps.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to the left or right to select the desired item.•When turned to the right, the cursor moves downward.•When turned to the left, the cursor moves upward.3. Turn SHUTTLE to the right.•The desired item is selected and the menu appears.4. Turn JOG to the left or right to select item.5. Turn SHUTTLE to the right, then the setting item flashes.6. Turn JOG to the left or right to change the setting.7. Turn SHUTTLE to the right to set.8. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears.Setting the Menus01-01-’01 16:26:48<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCECLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UPUse JOG to select,and ENTER.Press MENU to exit.<DISPLAY>DISPLAY MODE 2TIME DATE SIZE SMALLBLUE BACK OFFe.g.<MODE 2>01-01-’01 MON00:00:00 L24<TIMER PROGRAM>PROGRAM TO RECORDHOLIDAY SET UPSPECIAL DW MON-SAT<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 2HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT OFFREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SERIES<MAINTENANCE>POWER LOSS LISTALARM LISTALL MENU INITIALIZEPOWER LOSS LIST CLEARALARM LIST CLEAR<REPEAT REC TIMES> 0<ELAPSED TIME> 0H<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNGRS-232C<TIME DATE ADJUST>DAYLIGHT SAVINGS OFFMONTH 01DAY 01YEAR 2001TIME 00:00:00<POWER LOSS LIST>01 01-01-’01 00:000203<ALARM LIST>0001 01-01-’01 00:000002000300040005000600070008 ALL MENU INITIALIZETurn the SHUTTLE RINGthen all MENU will beinitialized. POWER LOSS LIST CLEARTurn the SHUTTLE RINGthen POWER LOSS LISTwill be cleared. ALARM LIST CLEARTurn the SHUTTLE RINGthen ALARM LIST will becleared.<PROGRAM TO RECORD>DW START END HR1 DAY 12:00 15:00 L24SP2 TUE 12:00 15:00 L12SP3 WED 12:00 15:00 2SP4 THU 12:00 15:00 2SP5 FRI 12:00 15:00 L24SP6 HLD 12:00 15:00 SKIP7 SUN 12:00 15:00 L24SP8 SPL 20:00 22:00 SKIP<HOLIDAY SET UP>01/01 01/15 02/11 03/2204/29 05/03 05/04 05/0507/20 09/15 09/23 10/1011/03 11/23 12/23 - - / - -- - / - - - - / - - - - / - - - - / - -MONTH / DAY<RS-232C>TRANSMISSION RATE 1200DATA BIT LENGTH 8BITSTOP BIT LENGTH 1BITPARITY BIT NONEDELIMITER<SEND> CR•LFDELIMITER<RECEIVE> CRVCR ADDRESS NONEThe Day and Present Time DisplayJOG dialSHUTTLE ringMENU buttonMenu Chart

30 InstallationNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationSetting the Menus (Cont.)DISPLAYSetting the display mode (DISPLAY MODE)1 : Shows date and present time.2 : Shows date, day of the week,present time and recording mode.3 : Displays nothing. In case of alarmrecording, displays same items asDISPLAY MODE 2.4 : Displays nothing.* shown when DISPLAY MODE 1, 2 or 3 is selected.Setting the size of letter for date and present time display(TIME DATE SIZE)SMALL : The size of the letters become small.LARGE : The size of the letters become large.Setting the background color (BLUE BACK)ON : The blue colored screen overlays on the live picturewhen the menu is displayed on the monitor.OFF : The live picture is overlaid with the menu display.Note•When the setting is OFF and the video signal is not present,the blue colored screen and the menu is displayed on themonitor.•When the setting is ON and the video signal is not present,the background color will be in blue. Also, the warning “NOSIGNAL” flashes on screen and “noSIg” flashes on thefluorescent display during recording.<DISPLAY>DISPLAY MODE 1TIME DATE SIZE SMALLBLUE BACK OFFe.g.<MODE 1>07-09-’01 00:00:00MonthDay YearHourAlarmRecordingCounter*SecondMinute07-09-’01 20:25:00 A0001DISPLAY MODE 1MonthDayDay ofthe WeekYearHourAlarmRecordingCounter*SecondMinute07-09-’01 MON A000120:25:00 2RecordingModeDISPLAY MODE 2 and 3TIMER PROGRAM page 10, Timer Recording.ENGLISHFRANÇAISESPAÑOLUse JOG to select,and ENTER .LANGUAGE SELECTIONThe menu which appears on screen is offered in 3 languages,English (ENGLISH), Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French(FRANÇAIS).This menu appears by pressing MENU button, when the VCR isturned on for the first time after the initial purchase or whenRESET button is pressed (while unit is ON).1. Press MENU button.•The menu as shown to the rightappears.2. Turn JOG to select the desiredlanguage.3. Turn SHUTTLE to the right.•<MAIN MENU> in the selected language appears onscreen.4. Press MENU button to exit.Note•After first time setup and selection of the language to beused, the only way to go back and access the main menu inthe three languages is to PRESS the RESET button foundon the rear panel. The RESET button can be accessed witha small pointed object. Once the RESET button is pressed,repeat steps 1 to 4 above.MAIN MENUDISPLAYSets the display format of the dateand present time on screen.TIMER PROGRAMSets the timer recording.RECORDING SET UPSets the alarm recording mode,alarm recording duration and emergency recording, etc.REAR TERMINALSets the frequency division ratio of CLOCK OUT, outputsignal of CALL OUT terminal and MODE OUT terminal, etc.MAINTENANCEDisplays the power loss list and alarm list, etc. Also,initializes all menu settings, clears the power loss list andalarm list.CLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UPSets the present time and the operation at the tape end, etc.<MAIN MENU>DISPLAYTIMER PROGRAMRECORDING SET UPREAR TERMINALMAINTENANCECLOCK/FIRST TIME SET UPUse JOG to select,and ENTER.Press MENU to exit.

31InstallationReference page•When TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-160, each time the REC/PLAY MODE button is pressed,the recording time mode is switched in the order of 8H L24H L40H 64H 96H 128H 160H 224H 320H 480H 640H 960H 1280H 0H 8H ...Setting the S-VHS/S-VHS ET mode (S-VHS/S-ET)ON : Records/plays back in S-VHS mode when using S-VHS cassette and in S-VHS ET mode when usingVHS cassette.OFF : Records/plays back in VHS mode when using eitherS-VHS cassette or VHS cassette.Setting the number of fields in one shot recording (ONESHOT•FIELD)Sets the number of recorded fields in the one shot recordingmode. When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in theorder of 1 2 3 4 5 10 20 30 1 ...Setting the interval time in the one shot recording (ONESHOT•INTERVAL)Sets the interval time in the one shot recording mode. WhenJOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order of SHOT 10S (second) 15S 30S 45S 1M (minute) 2M 3M SHOT ...RECORDING SET UPSetting the alarm recording mode(ALARM REC MODE)Sets the alarm recording time mode.•Providing TAPE LENGTH in FIRSTTIME SET UP menu is set to T-120.When JOG is turned, the displaywill be switched in the order of 2H 6H L12H L18H L24H L30H 2H ...•Providing TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu isset to T-160.When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in theorder of 2H 8H L16H L24H L32H L40H 2H ...Setting the alarm recording duration (ALARM RECDURATION)Sets the duration of the alarm recording period.When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order of1M (minute) 2M 5M 10M MAN1 MAN2 15S(second) 30S 45S 1M ...Setting the emergency recording (EMERGENCY REC)ON : Starts alarm recording when the ALM IN terminal isgrounded while the VCR is recording, in stop mode,turned off or in stand-by mode for timer recording.OFF : Starts alarm recording when the ALM IN terminal isgrounded during recording.Setting the clog detection (CLOG DETECT)ON : The VCR automatically removes any particles thatmay accumulate on the heads during the recording at48H-1280H or 0H (SP mode), 120-1280H or 0H (EPmode). If it cannot be entirely removed, a warning“CLOg” flashes on the fluorescent display ( page36).OFF : The VCR does not detect clogged head.Setting the tape speed (REC MODE)NORMAL<SP> : Higher in picture quality.•When TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-120, each time the REC/PLAY MODE button is pressed,the recording time mode is switched in the order of 2H L12H L24H 48H 72H 96H 120H 168H 240H 360H 480H 720H 960H 0H 2H ...•When TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-160, each time the REC/PLAY MODE button is pressed,the recording time mode is switched in the order of 2H L16H L32H 64H 96H 128H 160H 224H 320H 480H 640H 960H 1280H 0H 2H ...H•D<EP> : High density in recording.•When TAPE LENGTH in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is setto T-120, each time the REC/PLAY MODE button is pressed,the recording time mode is switched in the order of 6H L18H L30H 48H 72H 96H 120H 168H 240H 360H 480H 720H 960H 0H 6H ...<RECORDING SET UP>ALARM REC MODE 6HALARM REC DURATION 1MEMERGENCY REC OFFCLOG DETECT ONREC MODE NORMAL<SP>S-VHS/S-ET ONONE SHOT•FIELD 1ONE SHOT•INTERVAL SHOT

32 InstallationNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationSetting the Menus (Cont.)ALL MENU INITIALIZETurn the SHUTTLE RINGthen all MENU will beinitialized.MAINTENANCEDisplaying the power loss list(POWER LOSS LIST) page 15Displaying the alarm list (ALARMLIST) page 15Initializing all menu settings (ALL MENU INITIALIZE)All menus will be initialized except timer programs.1. Press MENU button.•<MAIN MENU> appears.2. Turn JOG to select MAINTENANCE and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•<MAINTENANCE> menu appears.3. Turn JOG to select ALL MENUINITIALIZE and turn SHUTTLE tothe right.•<ALL MENU INITIALIZE>menu appears.To exit the menu withoutinitializing menus, press MENU button.4. Turn SHUTTLE to the left.•The setting of all menus (except TIMER PROGRAM) willreturn to its initial setting.5. Press MENU button.•The day and present time display appears on screen.Clearing the power loss list (POWER LOSS LIST CLEAR) page 15Clearing the alarm list (ALARM LIST CLEAR) page 15Displaying number of tape use (REPEAT REC TIMES) page 15Displaying the elapsed time of VCR (ELAPSED TIME) page 15REAR TERMINALSetting the operation mode of theCALL OUT terminal (CALL OUT)Sets the mode of call signal outputfrom the CALL OUT terminal. If anyabnormalities occur with the VCRduring recording, the call signal isoutput from the CALL OUT terminalon the rear panel regardless of CALLOUT setting.WRNG•TAPE END : The VCR outputs a call signal when thetape reaches its end during recording orwhen a malfunction occurs duringrecording. The VCR’s function when thetape ends depends on the setting of TAPEEND in FIRST TIME SET UP menu (next page).WRNG•REMAIN : The VCR outputs a call signal when amalfunction occurs during recording orwhen the tape has approximately 3minutes (at 2H mode) left during recording.WRNG : The VCR outputs a call signal only when amalfunction occurs during recording.Setting the recording mode and frequency division ratio(CLOCK OUT)Sets the recording mode and the frequency division ratio ofclock pulse output from the CLOCK OUT terminal.•Setting the recording mode during the clock pulse outputREC : When recording in any mode.T/L REC : When recording in time-lapse mode (L12H-1280H or 0H).•Setting the frequency division ratio of the clock pulse output.When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in theorder of 1 2 3 4 5 10 15 20 25 30 50 60 F (field) 1 ...The numbers 1 to 60 indicate the number of frames at 2H,6H or 8H recording mode and the number of fields at timelapse recording modes. (One frame consists of two fields.)When set to F (field), one field is selected.Setting the operation mode of the MODE OUT terminal(MODE OUT)A mode signal is output under the following circumstances.REC : During recording.PLAY : During playback.POWER : While the VCR is turned on.TAPE IN : When a tape is inserted in the VCR.TAPE REMAIN : When the tape has approximately 3minutes (at 2H mode) left.CLOCK ADJ : When the clock indicates “00(min.):00(s)”.(The signal is output for 1 second only.)Setting the operation mode of REC IN terminal (REC IN)SERIES : Recording starts when the REC INterminal is grounded.REC-START/STOP: Recording continues while the REC INterminal is grounded. If the signal is inputfor a short period, the VCR may not startrecording.SYNC REC : The video signal from the multiple of 3, 5,7 or 13 cameras can be recordedseparately by connecting a switcher( page 14 for the menu setting andpage 27 for the connection).<REAR TERMINAL>CALL OUT WRNG•TAPE ENDCLOCK OUT REC- 1MODE OUT RECREC IN SERIES<MAINTENANCE>POWER LOSS LISTALARM LISTALL MENU INITIALIZEPOWER LOSS LIST CLEARALARM LIST CLEAR<REPEAT REC TIMES> 0<ELAPSED TIME> 0H

33InstallationReference pageRS-232CSetting the transmission rate(TRANSMISSION RATE)When JOG is turned, the display willbe switched in the order of 1200 (bps) 2400 4800 9600 1200 ...Setting the data bit length (DATABIT LENGTH)When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order of8BIT 7BIT 8BIT ...Setting the stop bit length (STOP BIT LENGTH)When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order of1BIT 2BIT 1BIT ...Setting the parity bit (PARITY BIT)When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order ofNONE ODD EVEN NONE ...Setting a character marking the end of a command(DELIMITER<SEND>)When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order ofCR•LF CR CR•LF ...Setting a character marking the end of a status or errorcode (DELIMITER<RECEIVE>)When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order ofCR•LF CR CR•LF ...Setting the ID number of the VCR (VCR ADDRESS)When JOG is turned, the display will be switched in the order ofNONE VCR01 VCR02 ..... VCR254 VCR255...FIRST TIME SET UPSetting the present time, date andDaylight Saving Time settings (TIMEDATE ADJUST) page 28Setting operation of VCR when thetape reaches its end duringrecording or playback (TAPE END)The VCR’s function when the tape reaches its end duringrecording is as follows.STOP : The tape stops, the indication “End” appears onthe fluorescent display and “TAPE END” onscreen. When CALL OUT is set toWRNG•TAPE END, a call signal is output fromthe CALL OUT terminal.REWIND : Rewinds the tape to the beginning and stops(except during timer recording). When CALLOUT is set to WRNG•TAPE END and a tapereaches its end, a call signal is output for 2seconds from the CALL OUT terminal.REPEAT : Rewinds the tape to the beginning and resumesthe recording. When CALL OUT is set toWRNG•TAPE END and a tape reaches its end,a call signal is output for 2 seconds from theCALL OUT terminal.ALARM•PROT (alarm protection) :If any alarm recordings are present on the tapeand the tape stops, the indication “End” appearson the fluorescent display and “TAPE END” onscreen. When CALL OUT is set toWRNG•TAPE END, a call signal is output fromthe CALL OUT terminal. If there is no alarmrecording, the VCR rewinds the tape to thebeginning and resumes the recording. Go to page 7 for the VCR’s function when the tape reachesits end during playback.Setting Quasi-V-sync on or off (QUASI V-SYNC)ON : Quasi-V-sync. signal is inserted to the video outputsignal in the special effects playback ( page 16) ornormal playback in L12H-1280H or 0H mode.OFF : Quasi-V-sync. signal is not inserted.Note•Some multiplexers may require QUASI V-SYNC to be OFFin order to work properly.Setting the playback/recording color mode (VIDEO MODE)AUTO : The VCR automatically switches the circuits accordingto type of the input/playback video signal, color orblack & white.B/W : Select for recording or playback in black & white.Setting the tape length (TAPE LENGTH)T-120 : Select when using a T-120 or ST-120 tape.T-160 : Select when using a T-160 or ST-160 tape.Setting buzzer during warning (BUZZER)WRNG : The buzzer sounds when there is anymalfunction in the VCR.WRNG•TAPE END : The buzzer sounds when there is anymalfunction in the VCR or the tapereaches its end.WRNG•REMAIN : The buzzer sounds when there is anymalfunction in the VCR or the tape hasapproximately 3 minutes (at 2H mode) left.OFF : The buzzer does not sound.<FIRST TIME SET UP>TIME DATE ADJUSTTAPE END STOPQUASI V-SYNC ONVIDEO MODE AUTOTAPE LENGTH T-120BUZZER WRNGRS-232CNote•To stop the buzzer:Press MENU button once. If <MAIN MENU> appears, pressMENU button again to exit the menu. When the VCR islocked, press LOCK button to unlock the VCR, then thebuzzer stops.Setting the RS-232C parametersSee the section below.<RS-232C>TRANSMISSION RATE 1200DATA BIT LENGTH 8BITSTOP BIT LENGTH 1BITPARITY BIT NONEDELIMITER<SEND> CR•LFDELIMITER<RECEIVE> CRVCR ADDRESS NONE

34 OthersNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationRemote Controller (Optional)The optional remote controller (R-9100) provides remote operation of the VCR. Connect to the REMOTE terminal at the VCR’s rearpanel before use.Remote JackCircuit1) Resistor : Metal film resistor 1/4 W, resistance tolerance ± 1%Temperature factor ± 100 PPM/°C2) Button switch : Momentary, ON resistor 200 or under3) Connector MJ : Miniature jack, 2.5 mm in diameter, comply with JISC6560Operational conditions1) Isolation resistor : 200 M or over (in connector MJ)2) Floating capacity : 0.1 µF or under (in connector MJ)3) Environmental temperature : 5-40 °C (common with VCR)4) Relative temperature : Max. 80 % (common with VCR)Remote control switch functionsPLAY EJECTSP/EPSTOP REC PAUSE/STILL FR ADVREVFR ADVFF//REWREC/PLAY MODESTOP buttonREV PLAY buttonREC/PLAY MODE(–) (+) buttonPAUSE/STILL buttonFR ADV buttonFF buttonPLAY buttonREC/PLAY MODE button(SP/EP)EJECT buttonREC buttonREV FR ADV buttonREW buttonREVPLAY Shielded cableMJ1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1362 kΩ13 kΩ15 kΩ16 kΩ20 kΩ22 kΩ27 kΩ30 kΩ36 kΩ43 kΩ56 kΩ75 kΩ100 kΩSW SW SW SW SW SW SW SW SW SW SW SW SWPosition12345678EJECTSTOPRECORDINGPAUSEPLAYBACKREVERSE PLAYBACKFAST FORWARDREWINDFunctionPosition910111213FORWARD FRAME SHIFTREVERSE FRAME SHIFT(+) REC/PLAY MODE(–) REC/PLAY MODEREC/PLAY MODE(SP/EP)Function

35OthersReference pageBefore Calling for ServiceSymptomInstallationNo power supplied to VCR.The VCR POWER is ON but the VCRdoes not operate.No picture is obtained on the MONITORscreen.The picture is not clear on the monitor.•Has the power cord been disconnected from the outlet?•Is the Lock or Lock All indicator ( /) illuminated?Press LOCK button on the front panel several times to unlock the VCR.•Is the Timer Recording indicator ( ) illuminated?Press TIMER REC button on the front panel to cancel the timer recording.•Is the Lock or Lock All indicator ( /) illuminated?Press LOCK button on the front panel several times to unlock the VCR.•Safety devices in are operation.Press RESET button on the rear panel using a pointed instrument. And thenturn the power on again.•Is the monitor or the camera connected correctly?Check the connection.•Is the connecting cable properly connected, or is the cable defective?Check the connection and also check the snapping of a wire in the cable.•Is the camera focused?See the user’s manual for your camera and focus the camera correctly.Function/operationNo operation when any tape operationbutton is pressed.The present time is not correct even ifusing the VCR everyday.The power cord has been disconnectedfor less than 31 days but the presenttime has been reset.A tape cannot be loaded.Remedy•Is the Lock or Lock All indicator ( /) illuminated?Press LOCK button on the front panel several times to unlock the VCR.•Is a cassette inserted?Make sure the power cord is connected to the outlet for approximately 40 ormore hours per week when using it everyday.Make sure the power cord is connected to the outlet for approximately 40 ormore hours per week when using it everyday.•The reserved contents may be erased even within 31 days depending on thecharging time of the power failure compensation circuit.Set the present time setting again.•Is the Lock All indicator ( ) illuminated?Press LOCK button on the front panel once to unlock the VCR.RecordingRecording does not work by pressingthe REC button.Recording cannot be stopped bypressing the STOP button.Repeat recording does not work.•Is the Lock All indicator ( ) illuminated?Press LOCK button on the front panel once to unlock the VCR.•Has the cassette’s erasure prevention tab been broken off?Load the cassette with its erasure prevention tab intact.•Has the tape run out?Rewind the tape or load a new tape.•Is the Lock or Lock All indicator ( /) illuminated?Press LOCK button on the front panel several times to unlock the VCR.•Is the VCR in timer recording mode (Timer recording indicator ( ) is illuminating)?Press TIMER REC button once.•Is the Repeat indicator ( ) illuminated?Set TAPE END in the FIRST TIME SET UP menu to REPEAT or ALARM•PROT.When TAPE END in the FIRST TIME SET UP menu is set to ALARM•PROT,repeat recording does not work using a tape with an alarm recording.When a tape reaches its end during the emergency recording (recording startedwhile the VCR is stopped or the VCR power is off), the VCR rewinds the tapeand stops (recording does not start again) even though TAPE END in the FIRSTTIME SET UP menu is set to REPEAT.When you find any problem with this VCR, first check the following. If you still cannot solve the problem, stop using the VCR, unplugit from an outlet and contact your dealer.

36 OthersNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationRecording (continued)No operation when the PLAY button ispressed.Noise bars in the picture duringplayback.Playback speed is fast or slow.The picture vibrates at the top andbottom when in still picture mode.Clear camera pictures during recordingbut during playback the picture is notclear.Playback picture does not appear onscreen.Timer recording does not operate.Alarm recording does not work.•Is the Lock or Lock All indicator ( /) illuminated?Press LOCK button on the front panel several times to unlock the VCR.•Is a cassette inserted?•Has the tape run out?Adjust the tracking by pressing TRACKING buttons on the front panel.Adjust the playback speed by pressing REC/PLAY MODE buttons on the frontpanel.Adjust the picture by pressing VERTICAL ADJUST buttons on the front panel.(Check QUASI V-SYNC is set to ON.)•The video heads may be clogged.Eject the cassette, insert it again and wait for more than 5 seconds. Repeatthis step for 4 to 5 times. (If you have a dry-type video head cleaningcassette, clean the video heads using it. Follow the cleaning instructionscarefully.) If this does not correct the problem contact your dealer.•Is the picture recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET mode?Set S-VHS/S-ET in the RECORDING SET UP menu to ON.•Have the day and present time been set accurately?Set the day and present time again.•Have the recording start-time, recording end-time and the recording mode beenset accurately?Confirm the settings on the <PROGRAM TO RECORD>.•Is the Timer Recording indicator ( ) illuminated?If not, press TIMER REC button on the front panel to stand by the timerrecording.•Is the external switch connected correctly?Check the connection.•Is the Emergency Recording indicator ( ) illuminated?Set EMERGENCY REC in the RECORDING SET UP menu to ON.PlaybackSymptom RemedyBefore Calling for Service (Cont.)

37OthersReference pageWarning DisplaySelf-diagnostic functionThis VCR uses a self-diagnostic function to detect an internal malfunction during recording. When a malfunction occurs in the VCRduring recording, the indicator corresponding to each malfunction illuminates on the fluorescent display and/or on screen.The type of malfunction corresponding to the indicator and countermeasures are given below.When the tape endsWhen the tape reaches its end during recording, “End” illuminates on the fluorescent display and “TAPE END” illuminates on screen.The warning indicators will not illuminate, if TAPE END in FIRST TIME SET UP menu is set to REPEAT, ALARM•PROT (when noalarm recording is made) or REWIND.Lack of video signal inputThe indicator “NO SIGNAL” appears on screen and “noSIg” flashes on the fluorescent display when the VCR cannot get any videoinput signal during recording. The video input signal will not be obtained in case of any malfunction such as a broken video cable orPOWER to the camera is turned off.Head ClogWhen CLOG DETECT of the RECORDING SET UP menu is set to ON, the VCR automatically remove any particles that mayaccumulate on the heads during the recording at 48H-1280H or 0H (SP mode) and 120H-1280H or 0H (EP mode). If it cannot beentirely removed, “CLOg” flashes on the fluorescent display. If so, follow the remedy of “CLOg” in the above chart.To turn off the indicatorRemedyFluorescentdisplayMonitorThe tape ends during recording.Clogged headduring recording at48H-1280H or 0H (SP mode)120H-1280H or 0H (EP mode)CauseTAPE END–NO SIGNALCHECK Tape/deck trouble during recordingLack of video signal input during recording Check for looseconnections.Rewind the tape orpress the EJECT buttonFirst, check the cassette. If there seems to be nothing wrong withthe cassette, try the recording operation again. If the indicator“CHECK” is still displayed on the monitor, replace the cassette witha new one and try the operation again. If this does not clear theindicator unplug the power cord and contact your dealer.When a video signal is restored or therecording mode is cleared, the indicator on the fluorescent display and screen turns off.Eject the cassette, insert it again and wait for more than 5 seconds. Repeat this step for 4 to 5 times. (If you have a dry-type video head cleaning cassette, clean the video heads using it. Follow the cleaning instructions carefully.)Try recording again. If the indicator “CLOg” still appears, please consult your dealer.When the recording mode is cleared, theindicator on the fluorescent display onscreen turns off.Turn off the indicator on the fluorescentdisplay and screen by pressing theEJECT button or rewinding the tape.EndCLOgnoSIg(the displaystarts flashing)

38 OthersNoteA point to noticeInfo.Supplementary informationControl Input/Output Signals and Circuit16 ms+12 V0 V8 ms+12 V0 VCLK OUT signal• When F is selected in CLOCK OUT of REAR TERMINALmenu (at 2H, 6H or 8H mode) or while recording in L12H-1280H or 0H mode.• When REC-1 to REC-60 is selected in CLOCK OUT of REARTERMINAL menu (at 2H, 6H or 8H mode).CLK OUT terminals (screw)DC 12 V10 kΩGNDCLK OUT10 kΩ<Interface circuit inside the VCR>ALM/MODE/CALL OUT terminals (screw)Active : “L” level voltage (0 to +0.4 V) output;Max. drive current 50 mA (+5 V DC)/10 mA(+24 V DC)Non active : Open; max. voltage +24 V DCGNDALM/MODE/CALL OUT<Interface circuit inside the VCR>ALM/RST/REC IN terminals (screw)Active : When input terminals are short-circuited toGND or “L” level voltage (0 to +1.6 V) applied.Time for active : 0.1 sec. or over.Non active : Open the input.DC 5 V10 kΩ22 kΩ22 kΩ0.047 µFGNDALM/RST/REC IN<Interface circuit inside the VCR>

39OthersReference pageSpecificationsWeight and dimensions shown are approximate.Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.NoteIf the VCR is not working correctly or showing an unusual indication on the fluorescent display, press RESET button at the rear panel with a pointedinstrument. When pressed, Date/Present time/ALARM LIST/POWER LOSS LIST/Counter display/Recording and Playback mode will be set to thedefault setting and the VCR turns off.To restart the VCR, press POWER button to turn on the VCR and then set the day and present time.ConnectorsALM Input : Screw terminal for starting alarm recordingRST Input : Screw terminal for finishing alarm recording orfor adjusting on-screen clockREC Input : Screw terminal for starting/finishing recordingor for series recordingGND : Screw terminal for groundALM Output : Screw terminal for output while alarm recordingis under wayCLK Output : Screw terminal to command camera switchingMODE Output : Screw terminal for indication of VCR selectedmodeCALL Output : Screw terminal for external warning device orfor series recordingREMOTE jack : Jack for connecting the remote control circuitRS-232C Interface : D-SUB 9 pin connector for VCR control viapersonal computerVideoInput : 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , BNC plugY:1.0 V (p-p), 75 , C: 0.286 V (p-p), S-connectorOutput : 1.0 V (p-p), 75 , BNC plugY:1.0 V (p-p), 75 , C: 0.286 V (p-p), S-connectorSignal-to-Noise Ratio : Better than 42 dBHorizontal Resolution : More than 400 lines (S-VHS, S-VHS ETmode)More than 240 lines (VHS mode)AudioInput : <Line In> 308 mV (rms), 50 k , RCA plug<MIC In> 0.346 mV (rms), 600 , mini jackOutput : 388 mV (rms), 1 k , RCA plugSignal-to-Noise Ratio : Better than 43 dBFrequency Response : 70 Hz - 7 kHz (2H mode)GeneralPower Source : AC 100-230 V ± 10%, 50/60 Hz(The included power cord is used for120 V, 60 Hz.)Power Consumption : Approx. 20 wattsTelevision System : EIA standard 525 lines, 60 field NTSC-type color systemColor Signal : Low frequency conversion, sub-carrierphase shift recordingTape Format : S-VHS/VHS 1/2” width high-densityvideo cassette tapeTape Speed and Recording : See below (*1)Fast Forward/Rewind Time : Approx. 120 seconds with T-120 tapeOperating Temperature : 41 °F to 104 °F (5 °C to 40 °C)Relative Humidity : Max. 80 %Dimensions (Jog dial included): 16.7 (W) x 12.3 (D) x 3.7 (H) (in.)425 (W) x 313 (D) x 95 (H) (mm)Weight : 9 lbs (4.2 kg)Heads-Video : 6 rotary headsLuminance Signal : Frequency modulation recordingAudio Track : 1 trackAudio/Control : 1 stationary headErase : 1 full-track headMotors : 3 motors-drum/capstan direct drivesystemBattery Backup : Lasts 31 days(*1)Tape Speed and Recording Time :ModeT-120 T-1602H (SP)6H (EP)L12H (SP)L18H (EP)L24H (SP)L30H (EP)48H (SP)48H (EP)72H (SP)72H (EP)96H (SP)96H (EP)120H (SP)120H (EP)168H (SP)168H (EP)240H (SP)240H (EP)360H (SP)360H (EP)480H (SP)480H (EP)720H (SP)720H (EP)960H (SP)960H (EP)0HTime(hour:minute)Speed(mm/s)33.3511.124.763.712.572.22–––––––––––––––––––––RecordingInterval(s/field)0.01670.01670.1170.0500.2170.0830.4170.1500.6170.2170.8170.2841.020.3501.420.4842.020.6843.021.024.021.356.022.028.022.69–Recording Fieldsper Second(fields/s)60608.6204.6122.46.71.64.61.23.50.982.80.712.10.501.50.330.980.250.740.170.500.120.37–Tape DriveContinuousContinuousContinuous (Slow)Continuous (Slow)Continuous (Slow)Continuous (Slow)Time LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseAudio SignalRecordableRecordableRecordableRecordableRecordableRecordableNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedNot recordedVideo SignalContinuousContinuousTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime LapseTime Lapse2:006:0014:0018:0026:0030:0050:0054:0074:0078:0098:00102:00122:00126:00170:00174:00242:00246:00362:00366:00482:00486:00722:00726:00962:00966:00–Mode2H (SP)8H (EP)L16H (SP)L24H (EP)L32H (SP)L40H (EP)64H (SP)64H (EP)96H (SP)96H (EP)128H (SP)128H (EP)160H (SP)160H (EP)224H (SP)224H (EP)320H (SP)320H (EP)480H (SP)480H (EP)640H (SP)640H (EP)960H (SP)960H (EP)1280H (SP)1280H (EP)0HTime(hour:minute)2:408:0018:4024:0034:4040:0066:4072:0098:40104:00130:40136:00162:40168:00226:40232:00322:40328:00482:40488:00642:40648:00962:40968:001282:401288:00–

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