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- Page 1 VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER REV. V-POS H-POS FIELD ADVANCE P/STILL PLAY TIME/CNT TIMER REC/PLAY HOURS /REM POWER ALARM INDEX CURSOR MENU DOWN COUNTER TRACKING ENTER PLAY REC CHECK CLEAR SHARPNESS ALARM LOCK LOCK STOP EJECT SOFT HARD...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connection in series of several video recorders 30 Image Sharpness Troubleshooting Recording Error codes Alarm recall list Resale, disposal Power Cuts Technical specifications Text display position adjustment These Installation and Operating Instructions, (edition 01 - 10/2000) are for use with the CTR-024N-2 time-lapse VCR (year 2000 model) -
Page 3: Introduction
Please copy The CTR-024N-2 time-lapse VCR is designed for these details into the box below. This will ensure professional use as part of a video surveillance that you have the required data to hand if a query system. -
Page 4: Safety Measures
Safety Measures Safety Measures Safety Measures Safety Measures Safety Measures Safety Measures Electrical hazards Installation - Ensure that the VCR and all associated ancillary - The installation tasks described in this manual are equipment are connected to a suitable mains to be carried out by adequately trained electrical network power supply. -
Page 5: Product Description
Product Description Items Supplied Main functions in brief 1 CTR-024N-2 time-lapse VCR The CTR-024N-2 time-lapse VCR, which is designed for professional use as part of a video 1 Installation and operating instructions surveillance system, is configured for fast 1 Quick start-up guide installation and ease of operation. -
Page 6: Operating Controls And Display Functions
Product Description Operating controls and display functions Front panel REV. V-POS H-POS FIELD ADVANCE P/STILL PLAY TIME/CNT TIMER REC/PLAY HOURS /REM POWER ALARM CURSOR MENU INDEX DOWN COUNTER TRACKING ENTER PLAY REC CHECK CLEAR SHARPNESS ALARM LOCK LOCK STOP EJECT SOFT HARD 1 STOP/EJECT button... - Page 7 Product Description Display 1 Tape running time 7 Status information shows the tape running time currently selected: INDEX 3, 12 or 24 hours. flashes while the alarm index search function is 2 ALARM active. lights up whenever the alarm-activated recording P.FAIL function is running.
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Page 8: Operation
Operation Operation Operation Operation Operation Operation On/Off Do not plug the video recorder into the power supply until all the required connections have been carried out and the unit has been checked for correct configuration and possible loose wiring. Before operating the video recorder, ensure that the technician responsible has installed and programmed the unit correctly and that all functions are in full working order. -
Page 9: Handling Your Videocassettes
Operation Handling your videocassettes The videotapes used in time-lapse recording units are subjected to particularly high levels of wear and tear. For this reason, ensure whenever possible that you use only E-180 cassettes that have been specifically designed for use in time-lapse video recording systems. -
Page 10: Playback
Operation Playback Any videocassette recorded using a CBC time-lapse VCR can be reproduced on this machine. Note Ensure that the selected tape recording and playback times match one another. - Activate the video recorder and monitor, if not already done. - If not yet done, open the flap on the front of the recorder and press the arrow keys marked REC/ PLAY HOURS to select the tape running speed... -
Page 11: Search Functions
Operation Search functions Visual search You can operate the videocassette in rewind or fast- forward mode - with the image displayed on-screen - in order to help find a particular recorded scene. - Press the PLAY button to activate the playback function. -
Page 12: Tape Counter
Operation Tape Counter It is possible to display the tape counter instead of the current time and ñ during recording or playback ñ the amount of tape remaining. Note The tape counter only works when the cassette contains recordings. It will not register unrecorded or blank sections of tape. -
Page 13: Recording
Operation Recording This VCR unit can operate in various different recording modes: - Manual - Timer-activated - Controlled by an external signal - Alarm-activated - Activated by other VCR units (recording in series) - Automatic rewind and restart when tape runs out Selection of an appropriate recording mode is normally carried out by the user of the system, with the recorder programmed as required or configured... - Page 14 Operation Timer-activated recording This unit can be programmed with up to eight different timer-activated recording functions (see page 26). Note When programming the unit for timer- activated recording, ensure that the machine is loaded with a fully-rewound, unprotected tape cassette. - Activate the video recorder and monitor, if not already done.
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Page 15: Alarm Recall List
Operation Automatic restart function The video recorder can be programmed to rewind automatically as soon as the tape runs out and re- record on the same tape. This automatic function can be overridden, after corresponding programming, in the event of an alarm arising (see page 25). -
Page 16: Power Cuts
Operation Power Cuts The video recorder detects power cuts and logs each incident along with the corresponding date and time, showing you when each power failure began and ended. P.FAIL on the display indicates that a power cut has occurred while the video recorder was active. -
Page 17: Installation
Installation Installation Installation Installation Installation Installation Connections on back of unit 1 Mains network power cable 4 AUDIO OUT (cinch socket) for connecting the unit to the power supply for connecting auxiliary audio reproduction (via a suitably fused plug) equipment (e.g. monitor equipped with loud- speaker) 2 RESET button 5 AUDIO IN (cinch socket) -
Page 18: Preparations
Installation Preparations Caution Ensure that you select an installation site that will not be subject to extreme temperatures or excessive damp. The surrounding temperature must lie with a range of 5 to 40 C, with relative air humidity less than 80 %. Do not set the unit up in the immediate vicinity of heaters or radiators, and avoid installation sites with direct sunlight. -
Page 19: Switching Contacts
Installation Switching contacts The switching contacts can be used for controlling both the video recorder itself and a range of different peripheral items. The contacts are laid out as follows: high: 4 ... 5 V, low: 0 ... 0.6 V. The table shows the configuration of the terminal strip: Contact Description... - Page 20 Installation 7 WARNING OUT The purpose of 7 WARNING OUT is to activate a warning signal in the event of a malfunction (e.g. a damaged tape cassette) and prevent recording. 8 TRIGGER OUT The purpose of control pulse output 8 TRIGGER OUT is to provide a connection to a corresponding multiplexer input (CLOCK IN, CONTROL IN or TRIGGER IN).
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Page 21: Programming
Programming Programming Programming Programming Programming Programming Check before starting the programming procedure that all peripheral devices (multiplexer, monitor, external alarm signal source) are properly connected. The video recorder and all ancillary equipment must be switched on. Note Access to the menus is blocked when recording is in progress (indicated by “REC”... - Page 22 Programming Starting and ending the programming procedure Once the unit is switched on, the camera image will be displayed on the monitor and programming can M E N U begin. - Stop the machine if it is still recording. VCR SET UP REC MODE SET UP - Press the MENU button to display the main menu.
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Page 23: Vcr Set Up Menu
Programming VCR SET UP menu This menu allows you to carry out various adjustments to the basic VCR configuration, as described below. VHS-TAPE VCR SET UP Allows you enter details of the type of videocassette you wish to use. CLOCK SET Possible settings: ELAPSED TIME T-120/E-180... -
Page 24: Rec Mode Set Up Menu
Programming REC MODE SET UP menu This menu allows you to carry out various adjustments to recording parameters, as described below. TRIGGER OUT REC MODE This feature allows you to split the control pulse output signal, in order to slow REC TIME down the cycle, e.g. -
Page 25: Timer Rec Set Up Menu
Programming TIMER REC SET UP menu SET DAY START SAT 16:00 24:00 24H SUN 00:00 24:00 24H OFF - -:- -:- OFF - -:- -:- OFF - -:- -:- OFF - -:- -:- OFF - -:- -:- OFF - -:- -:- (UP)(DOWN)(ENTER)(CLEAR) This feature allows you to program the unit to make timer-activated recordings. -
Page 26: Alarm Set Up Menu
Programming ALARM SET UP menu This menu allows you to carry out various adjustments to alarm-activated recording parameters, as described below. BUZZER ALARM SET UP You can choose whether you wish to activate or disable the VCR audible alarm signal. If this feature is enabled, the built-in speaker will emit a sound for REC MODE the entire duration of the alarm signal. -
Page 27: Keypad Locked
Programming Keypad locked You can block the VCR operating controls (and ALARM CURSOR MENU INDEX therefore menu access) in order to prevent DOWN accidental or unauthorised operation of the unit. The COUNTER ENTER video recorder does not respond to any control TRACKING button while this feature is active. -
Page 28: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Cleaning the unit Regular inspections This video recorder is a low-maintenance unit, DANGER of electric shock designed to provide reliable long-term operation. It Ensure that no liquid of any type is allowed should however be subjected to a thorough inspec- to enter the unit. -
Page 29: Appendix
Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Appendix Connection in series of several video recorders You can connect several CEC-VCR24-type video - Link the VIDEO IN and OUT connections of all recorders in series in order - for example - to the VCR units involved to each other. Connect the increase recording capacity. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Appendix Troubleshooting The purpose of the following table is to help you identify the cause of malfunctions and suggest possible remedies. Fault Possible causes Remedy Cassette cannot be loaded Cassette incorrectly aligned. Turn cassette right way round and insert once and/or is not taken up by more, ensuring that the transparent window is mechanism. -
Page 31: Resale, Disposal
Appendix Technical specifications Supply voltage 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 13 W (approx.) Fuse rating 250 V T, 1.6 A Video system VHS NTSC Video input 1 X BNC, VBS 1.0 Vp-p 75 Ohm Video output 1 X BNC, VBS 1.0 Vp-p 75 Ohm Recording system 4 heads, azimuth helical scan device Rewind time...
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