Philips RT24A/00T Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PHILIPSRT24A5T
Power supply: AC 120V, 60 Hz only
If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period and it is not
intended to use the unit, it is recommended that the unit be
completely switched off by removing the plug.
Illustrated below is molded on the back of your unit.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient mag-
nitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is
dangerous to make any kind of contact with any
inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important litera-
ture concerning the operation and maintenance
of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should
be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK), NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Warning: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate frequency and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the operating
instructions manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY
APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE
COULD VOID THE USER'S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits
for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set
out in the Interference-causing equipment standard
entitled "Digital Apparatus", ICES-003 of the Department
of Communications.
Safety
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, turn
off the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug.
Never pull the cord itself.
Installation
Choose a location in which air can pass through the
ventilation holes in the bottom, top and back of the unit to
prevent it from overheating.
Do not install the unit near sources such as radiators or air
ducts or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive
dust, mechanical vibrations or shock.
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VCR
because it will adversely affect the performance of the
VCR.
Do not install the unit in an inclined position.
The unit is designed for operation in a horizontal position.
Operation
Condensation
If you pour a cold liquid into a glass, water vapor in the air
will condense on the surface of class.
This is the condensation moisture.
Condensation on the head drum, one of the most crucial
parts of the VCR, will cause damage to the tape.
The VCR should not be operated for at least 2 hours after
being removed from a cold to a hot environment to avoid
condensation from occurring on the head drum.
Cleaning
Be careful; when surface of the case is wiped with a
volatile agent such as benzine, alcohol, thinner, etc., or a
chemically processed cloth, the surface finish may be
degraded or its coating may peel off.
Repacking
It is wise to save the packing materials and box in case
you ever need to ship or store your unit.
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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PHILIPSRT24A5T Power supply: AC 120V, 60 Hz only If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period and it is not intended to use the unit, it is recommended that the unit be completely switched off by removing the plug. Illustrated below is molded on the back of your unit.
  • Page 2: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality stan- dards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. These pages list important information that will help to assure your employment and proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder and accessory equipment.
  • Page 3 Accessories - Do not place this video product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The video product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufac- turer, or sold with the video product.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Congratulations on your purchase. You are now the owner of a Time Lapse Recorder (TLR), one of the most advanced and simple-to-use VHS standard video record- ers on the market. We’re sure you can hardly wait to use it. However, it’s worth taking a moment to read through the operating manual.
  • Page 6: Summary Of Buttons, Controls And Sockets

    SUMMARY OF BUTTONS, CONTROLS AND SOCKETS You will find exact details of the various functions in the corresponding chapters. The front of the appliance JEJECT Cassette eject MENU Menu CL/CODE Delete/Code Confirm Recording-/Playback speed REC. n Record The rear of the appliance Mains socket EXT 1 Scart socket (AV Euroconnec-...
  • Page 7: Installation. How To Install Your Video Recorder

    INSTALLATION. HOW TO INSTALL YOUR VIDEO RECORDER. Connecting the television/monitor Connect your monitor/television set to the corresponding VIDEO OUT socket on the video recorder with a BNC cable. Connect your monitor/television set to the corresponding AUDIO OUT socket on the video recorder with a cinch cable. Instead of using the BNC-cable you can also use the scart cable as a connection between scart socket and televi- sion/monitor.
  • Page 8: Setting The Time/Date On The Video Recorder

    Setting the time/date on the video recorder MENU Press button . Select ’CLOCK SETTINGS’ in the main menu. Now press button Set the current time (TIME). When you enter minutes, seconds will automatically be set to ’0’. Now press button again.
  • Page 9: Playing A Pre-Recorded Cassette

    PLAYING A PRE-RECORDED CASSETTE Switch the monitor/television set on. Insert the cassette into the appliance with the window facing upwards. Inserting the cassette automatically switches on the appliance. PLAY G Press button The word ’PLAY’ will appear in the display, along with the current total recording time for time-lapse recordings, e.g.: 24h.
  • Page 10: Tape Position

    Tape position. Establishing your current position on the tape. The tape length is indicated on the cassette in minutes, e.g.: ’T160’ is 160 minutes of playing time (= 3:00 hours). You will find the tape length printed on the left hand side of the front narrow edge.
  • Page 11: Recording Directly

    RECORDING DIRECTLY To make a recording, proceed as follows: Insert a cassette. The video recorder will switch on automatically. You can also switch it on by pressing STOP/STANDBY h/m button To start the recording, press button The word ’REC’ and the current total recording time, e.g.: 3h, will appear in the display on the video recorder.
  • Page 12: Alarm Settings

    Alarm settings Defining the alarm settings on your appliance: automatic alarm recording, alarm reset time and repeat recording. In the main menu, select the ’ALARM SETTINGS’ line. Select the alarm recording function (ALARM ENABLE) with (Y) or (N). Select the reset time (RESET TIME) after an alarm recording.
  • Page 13: Programming Recordings

    PROGRAMMING RECORDINGS TIMER settings You can programme up to 7 TIMERS within any 31-day (1 month) period. You can select between a one-off, daily or weekly recording. The settings you made in the BASIC and ALARM SETTINGS menu will apply. You will then see a chart of all programmed TIMERS with their dates, start times and stop times.
  • Page 14: Special Features

    SPECIAL FEATURES Besides the functions described above, your video recorder has a number of other special features for additional ease of use. Find out more about them below. Connecting two recorders in series You can connect two recorders in series. This enables you to perform uninterrupted surveillance.
  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The video recorder does not react when you press any buttons. No playback from video recorder Bad playback quality on video recorder The programmed recording function does not work Possible cause * No power. * A programmed recording is currently being made. * Technical fault - Disconnect from the mains for 30 seconds and then reconnect.
  • Page 16: Safety Tips

    SAFETY TIPS Precautionary safety measures/Tips • Do not take the appliance straight from a cold room into a hot room or vice versa immediately after transportation. Do not use in an extremely humid environment. To give the appliance time to acclimatise, do not install the appliance for at least 3 hours after unpacking.
  • Page 17: Technical Data

    Technical data Signallevel on control socket Connection Pin 1 HIGH: 5V ALARM IN LOW: GND Alarm input Pin 2 HIGH: 5V - 12V SERIAL IN LOW: GND Starting the recording on a second video recording Pin 3 HIGH: 5V RESET/REC OUT LOW: GND Alarmreset Pin 4...
  • Page 18: Accessories Supplied

    You should therefore keep this page in a safe place. TYPE RT24A5T VN xx PROD.NR..Distributed by: Philips Consumer Electronics Company Knoxville Tennessee 37914 Printed in Hungary...

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