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MODEL VCR496-P
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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
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Part number 8006892~01.oo

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  • Page 1 MODEL VCR496-P TIME-LAPSE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER -- .---..1-.. W...““..,,.I “I I.X: l-800-287-1207 Part number 8006892~01.oo...
  • Page 2 CONDENSATION IS THE ENEMY OF VIDEO RECORDERS WHAT 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 of condensation. 2. If the VCR is exposed to a rapid increase in temperature (such as warming a cold room or after transporting it from a cold location to a warm one) condensation may form on the tape transport mechanism inside the VCR.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Pages TIMER RECORDING ............19.20 FEATURES AND FUNCTlONS ALARM RECORDING ..” ......... 21.22.23 Features................. Alarm recording connection ..........2 1 Front view ................External time clock adjustment ..........2 1 Fluorescent display ..............Setting for alarm recording ..........22 Rear view................

  • Page 4: Front View

    FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS FRONT VIEW Fluorescent display This button is pressed when a timer recording is to be The POWER indicator illuminates when the VCR is made. switched on. Set to 3H, 6H, L.l8H, 72H or 96H mode to select recording Press to remove the cassette;...

  • Page 5: Fluorescent Display

    FLUORESCENT DISPLAY Illuminates when tape is inserted. The light advances, Illuminates during rewind-for counter memory mode. stops or flashes corresponding to the movement of the tape. PL (POWER LOSS) indicator Illuminates when there is a,power failure during recording. Illuminates when the TIMER REC button is set to ON. ALARM indicator Flashes during recording of hour index signal at the...

  • Page 6: Rear View

    FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS REAR VIEW REAR VIEW Ensure the power cord is not plugged into the mains outlet before connecting to any rear terminals. This socket connects to the power cord. Insert the cord Output terminal to control an external camera switcher. firmly.

  • Page 7: Connecting With Other Equipment

    VIDEO VIDEO SENSOR AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO IN -c MONITOR The picture vibration can be reduced or eliminated by the following steps. If the vibration occurs in still, slow motion, fast playback (x2) or normal playback in 72H or 96H mode, playback a tape which is recorded in 3H or 6H mode with this VCR and press the PAUSE button.

  • Page 8: Setting The Menus

    SETTING THE MENUS The operating parameters of this VCR are set through various on-screen menus. Set the menus as follows: Press the DISPlAY button. The “MAIN MENU” is displayed. Turn the JOG dial to select the desired item. When the JOG dial is turned to the right, the cursor moves downward. When the JOG dial is turned to the left, the cursor moves upward.
  • Page 9 1 DlSPLAY and present time on the monitor. Sets the display format of the date 2 TIME DATE SEARCH time and direction to search for the desired Sets the date, pat-t of a tape. TIMER PROGRAM Sets the timer recording. 4 RECORDING SET UP Sets the alarm recording mode, alarm recording duration and emergency recording.
  • Page 10 SETTING THE MENUS MODE ALARM REC DlJRATiCt4 EMERGENCYREC Sets the alarm recording time mode. When the JOG dial is turned, the display will be switched in the order of 3H + 6H -* L16H + 3H + . .._ Sets the duration of the alarm recording period. When the JOG dial is turned, the display will be .
  • Page 11 The clock pulse is keyed either to specified frames in the ordinary (continuous) modes @i-f, 6H) or to the beginning of the recording of video ffeids in the time-lapse recording modes (L18H. 72H, 96H). Output signals can be used to synchronize the VCR with other equipment, such as sequential switchers. These signals are generated just after the VCR begins to record either fields or frames of video.
  • Page 12 SETTING THE MENUS DISPLAYINGTHE POWER LOSS LIST (POWER LOSS LIST) Turn the JOG dial to select “POWER LOSS LIST”. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right to display the POWER LOSS LIST CLEA Power Loss List. Power failure start times are stored in memory, so it is possible to confirm when ALARM LIST CLEAFf they have occurred.

  • Page 13: Setting The Presenttime

    SETTING THE PRESENT TIME ACCURATELY PRESETTHE DAY AND PRESENTTIME BEFORETIMER PROGRAMMlNG A 24-hour display is used. 0O:OO indicates midnight; 12:OO midday and 1500 indicates 3 o’clodc in the afternoon. An alarm recording number is shown during alarm recording. <Display mode 2, Day of the week 01-01-98 THU 1 A0001...
  • Page 14 Setting the daylight saving time To put the clock forward 1 hour, set DAYLIGHT SAVINGS to ON. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right.The DAYLIGHT SAVINGS display will flash. Turn the JOG dial to select “OFF” or “ON”. The clock is put forward 1 hour and the daylight saving time symbol “#$ ” will be displayed next to the present time display .

  • Page 15: Loading And Unloadingthe Cassettetape

    LOADING AND UNLOADING THE CASSETTE TAPE Video cassette tapes can be loaded into your new VCR as long as the VCR is plugged into a power source. Even if the VCR power switch is turned off, loading a cassette will automatically cause It to turn on. Use only video cassette tapes marked W.

  • Page 16: Manual Recording

    MANUAL RECORDING button Press the REC/PLAY MODE (-) or (+) buttons to select the desired recording mode. Select the VIDEO switch setting according to the type of image to be recorded, COLOR or B/W. Do not connect colour and black &white cameras together. To record the day and present time, display the day and present time on the monitor.

  • Page 17: Series Recording

    the “TAPE END” the “FIRSTTIME SET UP” menu Is set to “REPEAT” or “AtARMPROT” and the repeat mode 1s set (the REPEAT indicator is Illuminated), the tape will automatically be rewound to the start when the tape end is reached.Then recording will start again.
  • Page 18 MANUAL RECORDING A number of camera images can be mixed together through a cameraswitcher and then recorded separately onto several VCRs. A camera is assigned to each VCR with the VCR recording only the camera image it has been assigned. This allows recording without gaps.

  • Page 19: Additional Features

    ADDITIONAL FEATURES Press the COUNTER MEMORY/ SKIP/ INDEX button repeatedly until the ‘M” indicator appears on the fluorescent display. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right and the tape will rewind to the “09000” position of the counter and stop. (The rewind to “09000” Is slightly inaccurate.) The counter display is stored in the memory when the power is turned off, so the same numbers will be displayed when...

  • Page 20: Timer Recording

    TIMER RECORDING time recording everyday. that the recording period set in “TIMER PROGRAM” display becomes available. “SKIP” (in “HR”) indicates that timer recording is not performed during the set period. A 24-hour display is used. 0O:OO indicates Program ,A midnight; 12:OO midday and 15:OO 3 o’clock in number afternoon.
  • Page 21 Set the recording period by specifying the start and end day of the week for timer recording. 2. Turn the JOG dial to select “SPECIAL DW” and turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right. 3. Turn the JOG dial to set the start day and turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right. 4.

  • Page 22: Alarm Recording

    ALARM RECORDING It Is possible to switch from all recording modes to the 3H - L18H recording mode by applying an alarm signal to the SET IN terminal on the rear panel. Tape direction It is possible to switch to the alarm recording by applying the set signal from the alarm sensor 3H - 96H 3H - 96H...
  • Page 23 recording iS used to activate more rapid recording when the VCR is recording in one of the Time Lapse modes. Alarm for more pictures during the alarm duration. Emergency recording enables alarm recording even if the VCR is off, stopped or in timer recording/stand-by.

  • Page 24: Alarm Recording Connection

    ALARM RECORDING When alarm recordings begin, the start times are stored in the memory so it is possible to 0001 confirm when they have occurred. Select the “ALARM LIST” in the”MAINTENANCE” menu and 0002 07-01-98 the alarm list display will appear on the screen. 0003 10-01-98 Up to 3 alarm recording start times can be stored in memory.

  • Page 25: Playback

    PLAYBACK Load a prerecorded tape. AUTO PLAY : If a cassette with the erasure prevention tab removed is loaded, the unit automatically begins playback mode. Press the REC/PLAY MODE (+) or (-) button to select the desired playback mode. A tape recorded in 3H mode can not be played back in 6H mode. A tape recorded in 6H, L16H, 72H or 96H mode can not be played back in 3H mode.

  • Page 26: Special Effects Playback

    SPECIAL EFFECTS PLAYBACK The following convenient functions are available. Audio output Is muted during speclal effects playback. You can adjust the speed by using the SHUTTLE Press the PAUSE/SHUTTLE HOLD button to obtain a still picture. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the angle for the desired playback speed.

  • Page 27: Adjustment During Playback

    ADJUSTMENT DURING PLAYBACK the TRACKING buttons to achieve the best picture. tracking adjustment at fast playback, reverse playback or forward/reverse slow playback mode, press the PAUSE/ SHUTTLE HOLD button while turning and holding the SHUTTLE ring. When pressing the TRACKING (+) and (-) buttons at the same time during playback, reverse playback or forward/reverse slow playback, the tracking is set to the initial setting.

  • Page 28: Warning Display

    WARNING DISPLAY The VCR uses a self diagnostic function to detect internal malfunctions during recording. Should a malfunction occur during record- ing, a corresponding indication appears on the monitor Screen and the fluorescent display. The type of malfunction corresponding to the indication, and countermeasures, are given below. T H E T A P E E N D S D U R - E n d T A P E E N D...

  • Page 29: Before Calling For Service

    BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE Is the LOCK indicator illuminated? Has the power cord been disconnected from the AC outlet? Is the TIMER REC indicator illuminated? Is the LOCK indicator illuminated? ‘he VCR POWER is ON but unit does tot operate. Safety devices are operating.

  • Page 30: Control Input/Output Signals And Circuits

    CONTROL INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNALS AND CIRCUITS Active: When input temkals are shorkira~ited to GND or ‘L” level voltage (0 - +1.6V) applied. Time for active: 0.1 set or over. Non active: IN 22kQ circuit inside the VCR> output ; max. drive current 5OmA(+5V DC)/ MODE/CALL OUT terminals (screw) Active:...
  • Page 31 Circuit 2 ........Metal, film resistor 114W 33kohms fl%, temperature factor flO8ppnPC.

  • Page 32: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS VHS ll2; width high-density video cassette tape. Tape Format: Power Source: Approx. 20 watts. Power Consumption: System: 625 lines, 50 fiekf PAL-type colour system. T e l e v i s i o n 4 rotary heads, azimuth helical scanning system. Recording System: Frequency modulation recording.
  • Page 33 CABINET CARE NEVERTOUCH OR INSERT ANY OBJECT INSIDETHEVCR Never use petroleum-based cleaners. Clean with a soft cloth the inside of the cabinet or inserting foreign objects of moistened with soap and water and wipe dry. a safety hazard but can also cause PVC cables or leads should not be left In contact with the cabii net surface for long periods.
  • Page 34 NE JAMAIS TOUCHER L’INT~RIEUR DU MAGNGTSCOPE LORSQUE L’APPAREIL EST INUTlLlS~ Lorsque I’utilisation du magnetoscope en retfrer Y INTRODUIRE DES ORPS son alimentatfon. Si l’interieur du boitier est touch& ou si des corps &angers y sont introduits, cela provoque non seulement un danger mais peut aussi causer un dommage important.
  • Page 35 CUANDO NO SE UTIUCE NOTOCAR NUNCA 0 INSERTAR OBJET0 ALGUNO EN EL Cuando termlne de hater funcionar el videomagnetbfono, INTERIOR DEL VIDEOMAGNET6FONO extrafga siempre el casete, desooneote El tocar el interior de la caja o el lnsertar objetos extranos cualquier dase no solo crea peligros a la seguridad del usuano sino que tambi6n No utilizar nunca productos de limpieza que contengan petr6leo.
  • Page 36 WANNEER HETTOESTEL BUITEN GEBRUIK IS‘ RAAK DE BINNENKANT VAN DE VCR NOOIT AAN EN Wanneer u de VCR niet gebruikt moet u de kassette eruit halen STEEK ER GEEN VOORWERPEN IN en de stroom uitschakelen. Het aanraken van de binnenkant van het toestel of het er insteken van vreemde voorwerpen is niet alleen gevaarlijk maar ONDERHOUD VAN DE BEHUIZING...
  • Page 37 INTERFACE BOARD OPERATION MANUAL Contents Pages the time lapse VCR ........2 to a personal computer......3 - 5 4. Commands and responses ........6 - 9 5. Specifications............. 1 0 This manual describes the operation of the time lapse video cassette recorders fitted with the optional RS-232C interface board.
  • Page 38 1. Connections Before connecting the hardware, unplug the power cord of the VCR from the wall outlet, and turn the personal computer power off. Connect the RS-232C cross cable to the RS-232C the personal computer. Connect the other end of cable to RS-232C Personal computer IN terminal on the VCR.

  • Page 39: Configuring The Time Lapse Vcr

    2. Configuring the time lapse VCR Set the RS-232C interface board setting by using the on acreen menu of the VCR. . “MAIN MENU” will appear. TIME DATE SEARCH TIMER PROGRAM RECORDING SET UP REAR TERMINAL MAINTENANCE Use JOG to select, Press DISPU\Y lo exit.

  • Page 40: Connecting To A Personal Computer

    3. Connecting to a personal computer A personal computer that has an RS-232C serial port can be used to remotely control VCRs that have the RS-232C interface board installed. of RS;232C’ Signal line Directions Meanings VCR side) D-SUB Spin male D-SUB Spin male Transmitt data OUTPUT...
  • Page 41 3. Connecting to a personal computer The commands sent from the personal computer (or other equipment) to the VCR responses produced by the VCR are detailed in this section. When controling only one VCR via the personal computer, the “VCR ADDRESS” is set to “NONE”. (Refer to page 2, item 7.) 1.
  • Page 42 3. Connecting to a personal computer When controling two or more VCRs from a personal computer, the “VCR ADDRESS” of each is set to the different address (from VCR01 to VCR16, except NONE). Input the “VCR ADDRESS (eg.VCl?Ol)” that you want to control and the ‘I, (comma)” before inputting the command code.
  • Page 43 setting {CR (ODH) or CR (ODH) + LF (OAH)). setting {CR (ODH) or CR (ODH) + LF (OAH)} will be inputted. Status after normal execution C o m m a n d s Functions Power Command received and canted ON/OFF Power OFF Power ON Playback...

  • Page 44: Commands And Responses

    4. Commands and responses (*** :OOO-present time display MENU display D A T E SEARCH display SET UP menu TERMINAL menu me”” LIST MENU INITIALIZE LOSS LIST CLEAR LIST CLEAR TIME SET UP menu DATE ADJUST : Setting completed-O. onth. **or : Year (mode 1, size small) ( mode 2.3.
  • Page 45 (Cannot accept this command when *I” (O-6) and *‘zI are the same number) O-SUN, I-MON. P-TUE. 3-WED. *: STOP-O, REWIND-l, REPEAT-Z. *: REC-0, PLAY-l. POWER-2, TAPE IN-& TAPE REMAIN-4. : Minute the first poser loss For US model only...
  • Page 46 4. Commands responses O-not abnormal B-loading motor trouble E-drum motor trouble IO-switching power short Error codes No. 1 Errors E R O O ER02 Broken tape tab (Cannot REC) Beginning of the tape ER03 ER04 Tape end Problem with the tape, video input or VCR mechanism ER06 Present time or timer program not yet set Alarm REC underwav IUnable to chanae settinal...
  • Page 47 5. Specifications Power supply (Power is supplied by the VCR) Power consumption 45mA DC Data link Synchronization Asynchronous Transmission rate 480019600 bps Data bit length Stop bit length 1 bit/ 2bits Parity bit Nil/ Even/ Odd X control N i l parameter N i l CS-RS hand-shake...
  • Page 48 FAX: 516-951 -CCTV (2288); INFOFAX: 1-800-287-l 207 Atlanta off ice 3030 Business Park Drive, Suite G, Norcross, Georgia 30071 Tel.: (770)449-0499 Toll Free: (800)824-8479 Fax: (770)446-8779 VICON INDUSTRIES (U.K.) LTD. European Headquarters Brunel Way PO15 5TX United Kingdom Tel.: 44 (0) 1489/566300...

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