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- Page 1 High Density Video Cassette Recorder Philips Communication, Security & Imaging PHILIPS RT30A & RT960A...
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Page 3: Important Safeguards
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. Note: Any change or modification not expressly approved by Philips of the equipment authorization could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. For additional information or to speak to a representative, please contact the Philips Communication, Security &... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
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Page 5: Unpacking
70 sec. The RT30A gives the option of recording events with 6, 18 or 30 hrs of real-time video. The RT960A provides the same real-time video plus up to 960 hrs of time-lapse video. -
Page 6: Controls
9. CLEAR button - Press to delete the information stored on the screen display, such as Alarm review, Power fail and Timer program. It can also be used to stop the buzzer sound. PHILIPS High Density Video Cassette Recorder FIG. 1 - RT30A & RT960A FRONT... - Page 7 Screen is reduced 16. KEY LOCK button - The KEY LOCK setting allows the user to prevent changes to the setting. The VCR stays in the current mode. Press again to unlock. 17. MENU button - Press to display and change the settings of the VCR while viewing on the video monitor.
- Page 8 SERIES OUT VEXT TAPE END OUT 1-SHOT REC IN 2, 4, 7, 9, 12. FIG. 3 - RT30A & RT960A REAR 4. 12-PIN TERMINAL - Provides inputs/outputs for operational use: Pin 1 – Alarm IN Pin 3- Alarm OUT Pin 5 – Series IN Pin 6 –...
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Page 9: Installation
TAPE END OUT - Approx. 5V is applied to pin 10 when the tape reaches the end. 1-SHOT REC IN - You can connect this input (pin 11) to ground (pin 12) to start a 1-shot recording. FIG. 4 - RT30A & RT960A CONNECTION AUDIO... -
Page 10: Vcr Setup
VIDEO inputs. Connect the CAMERA AUDIO/ VIDEO output to the VCR AUDIO/ VIDEO input. FIG. 5 - VCR CONNECTION TO SINGLE CAMERA (AUDIO & VIDEO) How to connect a Multiplexer with VEXT Input Terminals: Connect the VCR VIDEO output to the MULTIPLEXER PLAYBACK input. - Page 11 How to connect multiple cameras via switcher: Connect the VCR VIDEO output to the MONITOR VIDEO input. Connect the SWITCHER VIDEO output to the VCR VIDEO input. How to connect Alarms: Connect the SWITCHER/ MULTIPLEXER alarm output to the VCR alarm input, and then connect the SWITCHER/MULTIPLEXER GND to the VCR GND pin 4.
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Page 12: Video Cassette Tapes
5.5 Video Cassette Tapes This VCR will operate with any video cassette which has the VHS mark. When handling video cassette tapes: • Do not expose video cassettes to extreme heat, high humidity, or strong magnetic fields. • Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism. - Page 13 5.6.1 Special Effects Playback How to use the Shuttle Ring: The shuttle ring is the outer dial. When the VCR is in the STOP mode, the shuttle ring can be rotated to the left or right then released, and the VCR will engage in the REWIND or FAST FORWARD function.
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Page 14: Normal Recording
2. Press – or + to choose the desired recording speed, 6H, 18H, 30H etc. The selected time is displayed in the VCR indicator panel, A6H > A18H > A30H > 72H > 96H > 120H > 160H > 240H > 480H >... -
Page 15: Setting The On-Screen Display
SETTING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY The MAIN MENU displays a list of options that you can use to setup the VCR. 1. Turn on the power of both the VCR and the MONITOR. 2. Press MENU button and the main menu will appear. -
Page 16: Clock Set Up Menu
VCR alarm options. Alarm recording will start when an LOWER-R external alarm signal (an alarm event) is input to the VCR. This function operates when the VCR is connected to a switcher or multiplexer with an alarm output terminal. - Page 17 Before Series Recording, refer to the connection diagram on how to connect Series Record VCRs. Make sure a tape is in the each VCR and the safety tab is in place. The SERIES recording is not available when the Timer recording is in stand-by mode.
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Page 18: Timer Record Set Up Menu
6.3 TIMER RECORD SET UP Menu This VCR can be programmed to record up to 8 different programs. The TIMER RECORD SET UP option can be programmed ON or OFF, the start/end times, the day of the week and the recording speed can be set. Options are: SET - ON/OFF. -
Page 19: System Set Up Menu
ERROR MODE : When the VCR operates incorrectly, the buzzer will operate. TAPE END : When the VCR reaches the end of tape, the buzzer will operate. NO TAPE : When the tape is not inserted when you press the PLAY, FF, REW, REC, STOP, EJECT button, the buzzer will operate. -
Page 20: Search Set Up Menu
TAPE SELECT - Allows you to define the type of tape in use (T-120, T-160, T-180, T-210 or E-180, E-240, E-260, E-300). This is requested to ensure the VCR can calculate the "Tape Remaining" time. 5. Press the ↓ button to select TAPE SELECT and press the →... -
Page 21: Self-Diagnosis
“NO SAFETY TAB” “VIDEO LOSS” ACTION • When a malfunction occurs in the VCR, press the POWER button on the front of VCR to operate normally. • If an error message (Err) appears on the display continuously when the any button is pressed, contact your dealer or service center. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
• Load cassette in direction indicated by arrow on cassette. • A cassette is already in the VCR. • Check if power indicator is lit on the VCR indicator panel. If not, make sure power cord is plugged • If the indicator flashes, press the POWER button again. -
Page 23: Maintenance Guide Table
When the VCR is exposed to a rapid temperature change from cold to warm, some condensation will occur. Under this condition, connect the power cord to the AC line, press the POWER button ON and allow at least two hours for the VCR to dry out. 1000... -
Page 24: Specifications
Luminance: FM recording. Color: Converted subcarrier, direct recording. Selectable Speeds (Recording & playback): RT30A/50: 6, 18, and 30 hours on E-180 tape. RT960A/50: 6, 18, 30, 72, 96, 120, 168, 240, 480, and 960 hours on E-180 tape. RT30A/60: 6, 18, and 30 hours on T-120 tape. - Page 25 Recording Times: PAL models (-/50) Record Mode Actual hrs RT30A RT960A E-180 102H 120H 126H 168H 174H 240H 246H 480H 486H 960H 966H Recording Times: NTSC models (-/60) Record Mode Actual hrs RT30A RT960A T -120 102H 120H 126H 168H...
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