Time Lapse Video Cassette RecorderEnglish
Magnétoscope time lapse à cassetteFrançais
Videograbador en lapsos de ti empoEspañol
Please read this manual and accompanying “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” sheet carefully before connecting your
VCR and operating it for the first time.
Be sure to read carefully and follow all the PRECAUTIONS on page 1.
Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.
PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION:
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or
other moisture.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the manufa cturer may void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
For the customers in Canada
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Location
For safe operation and satisfactory performance of your
VCR, keep the following in mind when selecting a place
for its installation:
œ Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from
sources of intense heat.
œ Avoid dusty or humid places.
œ Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat
dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes of the
VCR. Do not place the unit on a carpet because this
will block the ventilation holes.
œ Install the VCR in a horizontal position only.
œ Avoid locations subject to strong vibrations.
œ Avoid moving the VCR between cold and hot locations
(see “Moisture Condensation Problems”, this page).
œ Do not place the VCR directly on top of the TV, as this
may cause playback or recording problems.
Avoiding Electrical Shock and Fire
œ Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
œ Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it
from an AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
œ If any liquid is spilled on the VCR, unplug the power
cord immediately and have the unit inspected at a
factory-authorized service center.
œ Do not place anything directly on top of this VCR.
The exclamation point within an equilater al triangle i s
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the product.
This equipment ha s b ee n te ste d and fo un d to co mp ly wi th
the limits for a Class B 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 radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cau se harmf ul interf erence to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential
area is likely to ca use h arm fu l inte rfe ren ce in which case t he
user will be required to correct the interfere nce at his own
expense.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: TLS-9960
Trade Name: SANYO
Responsible party: SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address: 21605 Plummer Street,
Chatsworth, California 91311
Telephone No.: (818) 998-7322
œ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Moisture Condensation Problems
Cause:
When the VCR is first installed, moved from a cold area to
a warm area or placed in a location with high humidity,
dew (moisture) may form in the unit. The Dew indicator
(À) blinks. If you operate the VCR with dew inside,
damage may result.
Prevention:
1 Make all necessary connections.
2 Plug the power cord into a 120 V AC wall outlet.
3 Do not operate the VCR for approximately 2 hours.
When the VCR reaches room temperature, the Dew
indicator (À) will turn off and the VCR will be ready to
operation.
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FEATURES
CONTENTS
œ Tape management function
œ JOG/SHUTTLE operation
œ Can also be controlled through an RS-232C or RS-485
connection
œ Clog detection
œ High-speed Fast Forward/Rewind
œ Field recording/playback
œ 2, 12, 24, 48, 72, 96, 120, 168, 240, 360, 480, 720 and
960-hour mode recording
œ In 2, 12, 24-hour modes audio recording is available
œ Autorepeat recording
œ Series recording function
œ Alarm recording function
œ Single image recording function
œ On-screen mode setting
œ Integrated time date generator
œ Day/Time search function
œ Alarm scan/search function
œ Forward/Reverse frame advance function
œ 30-day memory backup
œ Security lock
œ Recording check function
œ Automatic head cleaning function
œ Head switching function
Flashes when the recording quality deteriorates
due to dirty VCR heads.
2
Cassette indicator
Comes on when a cassette is loaded.
3
Alarm indicator
Flashes when an alarm is
being recorded:
Comes on after the alarm
has been recorded:
6
Counter display
œ Time display
œ Linear time counter
display
7
OFF indicator
Comes on when the tape end has been reached after
a recording, except during autorepeat recording mode.
8
Counter memory indicator
Comes on when the counter memory function is
engaged.
9
Timer Recording indicator
Comes on when in timer recording stand-by mode, or
during a timer recording.
F
Security lock indicator
Comes on when the security lock is engaged.
G
External input indicator E
Comes on when recording using the EXT TIMER IN
input terminal.
OFF
HMS
M
4
Power failure indicator
Comes on after a power failure.
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LOCATIONS OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Back Panel
AC IN ~
X
Pin locations
(femele) on the VCR
16
NOTE:
Do not connect to
phone line.
Pin locations
(male) on the VCR
15
96
1 23
EXT
WARNING
TIMER IN
CLOCK SET
OUT IN
MIC IN
COM
SERIES OUT/
NON REC OUT
RS485
ADDRESS
ON
OFF
RS232C
485
232
BA
TERMINATE
ON
OFF
REMOTE
W
456789FG
WARNING
EXT
TIMER IN
CLOCK SET
OUTIN
TAPE
COM
OUT
END OUTSWOUT COM OUTIN
SERIES OUT/
SERIES
NON REC OUT
INCOM
TIMER
OUT
ALARM
1 SHOTINALARM
RESET IN
P O N M L K J I
TAPE
OUT
END OUTSWOUT COM OUT IN
SERIES
IN COM
AUDIO
OUT
IN
TIMER
OUT
VIDEO
INOUT
ALARM
1 SHOTINALARM
RESET IN
QRSTUV
NOTE:
This terminal board
may be damaged by
5kg-cm or more torque
and using φ6mm-tip or
more size screwdrivers.
H
PUSH
OPEN
1 RS485 A connector (RJ11 type)
2 RS485 B connector (RJ11 type)
3 DIP switches
œ Used when controlling the VCR through the RS485
or the RS232C connectors.
4 EXT TIMER IN (external timer input) terminal
5 COM (common) terminal
6 WARNING OUT (warning output) terminal
7 TAPE END OUT (tape end output) terminal
8 SW OUT (switch output) terminal
9 COM (common) terminal
F ALARM OUT (alarm output) terminal
G ALARM IN (alarm input) terminal
H Battery compartment
I ALARM RESET IN (alarm reset input) terminal
J 1 SHOT IN (single image recording trigger input)
terminal
K TIMER OUT (timer recording output) terminal
L COM (common) terminal
M SERIES IN (series recording trigger input) terminal
N SERIES OUT/NON REC OUT (series recording
trigger output/non recording output) terminal
O CLOCK SET IN (external clock set trigger input)
terminal
P CLOCK SET OUT (external clock set trigger output)
terminal
Q VIDEO OUT (video output) jack
R VIDEO IN (video input) jack
S AUDIO OUT (audio output) jack
T AUDIO IN (audio input) jack
U MIC IN (microphone input) jack
V REMOTE (remote control input) jack
W RS232C connector (D-sub 9-pin type)
X AC power input
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CONNECTIONS
Connect the video camera and monitor TV as shown in the figure below.
NOTE: Before making the connections, make sure the devices are disconnected from the power outlet.
Monitor TV (sold separately)
Video camera
(sold separately)
To
IN COM
OUT
jack
To
TIMER
OUT
VIDEO IN
jack
ALARM
1 SHOTINALARM
RESET IN
VIDEO
IN OUT
Coaxial cable
(sold separately)
PUSH
OPEN
AC IN ~
Power cord
From an external
audio source
To outlet
EXT
TIMER IN
REMOTE
MIC IN
CLOCK SET
OUT IN
COM
RS485
ADDRESS
OFF
RS232C
BA
TERMINATE
485
ON
ON
OFF
232
To remote control
(sold separately)
WARNING
TAPE
OUT
END OUTSWOUT COM OUT IN
SERIES OUT/
SERIES
NON REC OUT
AUDIO
IN
VIDEO
OUT
Power Cord Installation
1 Plug the supplied power cord firmly into the AC power
input AC IN ~ socket.
2 Insert the plug of this power cord into a outlet.
About the memory reset
If the VCR location is changed or to cancel previous
settings, please reset the memory as described below.
All the settings as the time and date will be reset, and the
security lock will be cancelled.
To reset the memory, press the ALL RESET button.
NOTES:
œ For more details, please refer to the manuals
accompanying all other devices. If the connections are
not made properly, it may cause a fire or damage the
equipment.
œ You can use a VA-RMN01 Remote Control Unit (sold
separately) to control remotely the VCR.
œ The grounded power cord (3 pin plug) must be
connected to a grounded power outlet.
œ If there is no video signal when the power is turned on,
“NO VIDEO” will be displayed on-screen.
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TYPES OF ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS AND
DISPLAY SEQUENCE
Reference pages are shown in square brackets.
Monitor TV screen (normal screen)
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Set the ON SCREEN
switch to the “ON” position
Press the
MENU button
SET UP 1 menu
<SET UP 1>
Press the
MENU button
SET UP 2 menu
<SET UP 2>
[9, 28, 39, 40]
D
To set various VCR functions
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
[10, 35]
D
To set various VCR functions
TAPE MANAGEMENT menu
<TAPE MANAGEMENT>
Press the
MENU button
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
TIMER SET menu
<TIMER SET>
Press the
MENU button
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
HOLIDAY SET menu
<HOLIDAY SET>
[13-15]
D
To set the tape management
function
[23-27]
D
To set timer recordings
[25]
D
To set the holidays
Press the
MENU button
SET UP 3 menu
<SET UP 3>
Press the
MENU button
SET UP 4 menu
<SET UP 4>
Press the
MENU button
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
[20, 35, 12, 19, 38, 18, 28, 36]
DTo set various VCR functions
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
[39, 12, 17, 30][37]
DTo set various VCR function
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
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Press the
MENU button
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
ALARM TIME menu
<ALARM TIME>
Press the
MENU button
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
POWER FAILURE/DEW/
USED TIME menu
<POWER FAILURE>
<DEW>
<USED TIME>
Press the
MENU button
Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button
[21]
D
To display the number, date and
time of the alarm recordings
D
To display the number and
duration of power failures
D
To display the number and duration
of failures due to condensation
D
To display the time used
TYPES OF ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS AND DISPLAY SEQUENCE
NOTES:
œ When a menu is displayed, recording will not be
possible.
œ Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON or MENU button, the
setting procedure is now completed.
œ During recording or playback the menus cannot be
displayed.
œ To reset the settings of a menu to their original values,
select the desired menu then press the MENU RESET
button. The (USED TIME) menu data cannot be reset.
œ To enter the settings use the JOG dial or SHUTTLE
ring.
Using the JOG dial and SHUTTLE ring
JOG dial
œ Put the tip of your index finger into the depression then
turn the dial in any direction.
œ When a menu is displayed, turn the dial clockwise and
the cursor will move to the right (or down). Turn the dial
counterclockwise and the cursor will move to the left
(or up).
SHUTTLE ring
œ When a menu is displayed, turn the ring of 10° or more
clockwise and the selected data setting will change or
the selected setting value will increase. Turn the ring of
10° or more counterclockwise and the selected data
setting will change or the selected setting value will
decrease.
œ If held for 1 second or more the changes will be made
sequentially.
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SETTING THE LANGUAGE AND CLOCK
Language Setting
English, French or Spanish can be selected by the user.
1 Turn the power on to all devices used.
2 Press the MENU button to display the (SET UP 1)
K For accurate clock setting, turn the SHUTTLE ring
counterclockwise timed with a time broadcast, or
other accurate time signal, this will start the seconds
counting from 00.
L Press SEARCH/AUDIO ON button.
The setting procedure is now completed.
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NOTES:
œ Clock display is only 24 hours.
œ In STOP mode, press and hold the STOP button then
press the TRACKING/V.STILL– button to reset the
minutes and seconds to 00 (to the closest hour). For
example, between 13:30:00 and 14:29:59 the clock is
reset to 14:00:00.
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CHANGING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
Selecting the On-screen Display
You can select to display or not the date, time, the
number of alarm recordings and tape speed.
1 Turn the power on to all devices used.
2 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 2) menu is
3 Turn the JOG dial clockwise, until the desired item for
which the display function will be set is flashing.
4 Turn the SHUTTLE ring to set “Y” for the functions
described below.
DATE . . . . . . . . . . . . The date is displayed
TIME . . . . . . . . . . . . The time is displayed
ALARM COUNT. . . . The number of alarm
recordings is displayed
SPEED. . . . . . . . . . . The recording/playback
speed mode is displayed
Changing the Date/Time Display Position
1 Turn the power on to all input devices to the VCR.
2 Set the ON SCREEN switch to the “ON” position.
The date and time are displayed.
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3 Press the SHIFT « (or ]) button.
The display will move towards the right (or the
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bottom).
NOTES:
œ If the SHIFT « (or ]) button is kept pressed for 1
second or more the display will move at a faster speed.
œ The display position cannot be changed while
recording.
5 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
settings.
NOTE:
œ If the ON SCREEN switch is set to the “ON” position,
the items for which “Y” is set are recorded. The items
for which “N” was set at step 4 above are not
recorded.
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VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES
Use only video cassette tapes bearing the w logo. This
VCR was primarily designed for use with T-120 cassette
tapes, it is recommended to use T-120 standard grade
VHS video cassette tapes for optimal performance.
Handling Cassette Tapes
The cassette tapes should always be stored vertically, in
their cases, away from high temperatures, magnetic
fields, direct sunlight, dirt, dust and locations subject to
mold formation.
Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism and never
touch the tape with your fingers.
Protect the cassette tapes from shocks or strong
vibrations.
To Protect your Recordings
After having recorded a tape, if you wish to keep the
recording, use a flathead screwdriver to break off the
erasure-prevention tab on the cassette.
To record again on a tape without erasure-prevention tab,
cover the hole with adhesive tape.
Loading
1 Place the cassette, label side up, in the loading slot.
Gently push the center of the cassette until it is
loaded automatically.
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The time display will switch to the reset counter
“0:00:00” display.
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After the cassette tape is loaded, a mechanism
will operate for about 5 seconds to check that
the tape has been threaded correctly and the
cassette indicator
period.
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When the cassette is loaded, if the tape has
been threaded correctly, the cassette indicator
“o”
will light on the digital display.
NOTE:
œ If you try to record on a cassette without
erasure-prevention tab, the VCR will eject the cassette.
“o”
will blink during that
Erasure-prevention tab
Precautions concerning the video
cassette tapes
œ Do not use tapes that are damaged, tapes that have
been cut and repaired or tapes that have been altered
in any way.
œ Some rewinders may entangle the tape, and therefore
their use is not recommended.
œ When tapes are recorded over and over again, the
recording quality will deteriorate. Refer to “Concerning
the Number of Times Tapes can be Rerecorded on” on
page 17, and replace the tape with a new tape as
required.
Unloading
1 In stop mode, press the EJECT button.
The cassette is automatically ejected.
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NOTES:
œ Do not insert any object in the cassette loading slot, as
that may cause injury and damages to the VCR.
œ If your hand gets stuck in the cassette loading slot,
unplug the power cord and consult the dealer where
the unit was bought. Do not forcibly pull the hand out
as that may cause severe injuries.
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VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES
Correct tape thread check function
If the correct tape thread check function is on, after the
cassette tape is loaded, a mechanism will operate for
about 5 seconds to check that the tape has been
threaded (loaded) correctly and the cassette indicator “o”
will blink during that period. If the tape is not loaded
properly, the cassette will be ejected.
NOTES:
œ This function checks to make sure that the cassette
has been correctly loaded. It is recommended to use
this function to make sure the recordings are
conducted reliably.
œ If during the tape thread check operation, the REC,
PLAY or STOP button is pressed or if the SHUTTLE
ring is turned, the command will only be executed after
the tape thread has been checked. Only the EJECT
button will operate while the tape thread is being
checked.
œ If in the (SET UP 3) menu “TAPE IN MODE” is set to
“REC”, the recording indicator “m” will light during the
while the tape thread is checked. However, recording
will only start after the tape thread check is completed.
To cancel recording, press the STOP button.
Setting the Action to Take When a
Cassette is Loaded
In the (SET UP 3) menu, you can set the mode the VCR
will go into when a cassette is loaded.
1 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 3) menu is
This VCR is equipped with a tape management function.
Using this function you can protect previous recordings
and prevent overuse of the tape by controlling the tape
protection term (number of days), the maximum number
of re-recordings of the tape and the recording group. To
use the tape management function, it must be set before
recording is started. The tape management data is
recorded at the beginning of the tape. For details on how
to set this function, refer to “Setting the Tape
Management Function”.
NOTE:
œ Before using this function, make sure that the clock is
set properly.
Operation
When recording is started, the VCR will rewind the tape to
the beginning to check for the presence of tape
management data. The message “T. MANAGE. CHK” will
be displayed.
NOTES:
œ When a program timer recording is set, the tape
management data is checked after the TIMER button is
pressed to complete the program timer recording
setting.
œ When performing a single image recording, the tape
management function will not operate even if it is active.
After the tape management data is checked, if there is no
conflict, recording starts and the data at the beginning of
the tape is updated. The message “T. MANAGE. OK” is
displayed on-screen while the data is updated.
If a conflict is found when the tape management data is
checked, the (TAPE MANAGEMENT) menu is displayed
and the conflicting setting will flash. This menu will show
the settings taken from the data recorded on the tape and
not the current data settings held in the VCR’s (TAPE
MANAGEMENT) menu setting. Refer to “Tape
Management Conflict Display” for detailed information.
NOTES:
œ During Autorepeat recording, the tape management
data at the beginning of the tape will be checked and
updated every time the tape is rewound to the
beginning. However, the “PROTECT DAY” setting will
be ignored. Also, even if there is a conflict with the
“REC PASS SET” number, autorepeat recording will
continue without any warning.
œ If an alarm trigger is received while the tape
management data is being set or checked, in order not
to corrupt the data, the tape is advanced of a preset
duration, then the alarm recording is conducted
according to the alarm settings. Furthermore, when
setting a program timer recording, in order to protect
the data, no alarm trigger will be received until the first
program timer recording starts.
If no tape management data is present on the
tape
If the tape has already been recorded on:
The recording will start using the settings of the
(TAPE MANAGEMENT) menu.
The message “USED TAPE” will flash on-screen
until recording starts.
If the tape is new:
The recording will start using the settings of the
(TAPE MANAGEMENT) menu.
If tape management data is present on the tape
The tape management data is checked and if there is
no conflict, recording can be performed. If there is
conflict that prevents recording, the VCR will go into
stop mode, the (TAPE MANAGEMENT) menu is
displayed and the conflicting setting that is preventing
recording will flash.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
œ If the tape management data cannot be read, the
VCR will switch to stop mode and “INCORRECT
DATA” will be displayed on-screen.
This may indicate that the beginning of the tape
(data recording/reading section) is damaged and
the tape may be unusable.
The message “INCORRECT DATA” will disappear
when the EJECT, STOP or PLAY button is pressed.
œ Set the security lock function to on in order to
2 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to select the desired mode.
N . . . . . . The tape management function is not
active.
Y. . . . . . . The tape management function is active.
When setting to “Y”, please continue with the settings
below.
3 Turn the JOG dial, until the “PROTECT DAY” setting
is flashing.
4 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to select the desired number
of days to protect the tape.
OFF . . . . The tape is not protected.
1-255 . . . Number of days to protect the tape
(prevent over-recording), from the date
of the last recording on the tape (or the
last expected recording date (calculated
using the tape length (T-120) and the
recording speed).
NOTES:
œ Since the last expected recording date is a
calculated date (using the tape length (T-120) and
the recording speed), it may be different from the
actual last recording date, this due to other settings
such as (alarm recordings, program timer
recordings, holiday settings).
œ When setting a program timer recording, the tape
protection term is checked when the VCR is set to
program timer recording stand-by mode.
œ When a program timer recording is done, the data
is updated when recording starts. Even if the
recording is stopped before the programmed time,
the original data (last expected recording date) will
remain as calculated.
6 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to select the desired number
of re-recording times.
OFF . . . . The number of re-recording times will not
be checked.
1-100 . . . Maximum number of re-recording times.
(Refer to “Concerning the Number of Times Tapes
can be Rerecorded on” on page 17.)
NOTES:
œ The data is updated at the beginning of the
recording. Even if the recording is stopped before
the end, the original data will remain unchanged.
œ During Autorepeat recording, the re-recording
times count will be updated every time the tape is
rewound to the beginning. Autorepeat recording
will proceed even if the count exceeds the “REC
PASS SET” setting. If in the BUZZER section
WARNING is set to “Y”, the buzzer is heard.
7 Turn the JOG dial, until the “GROUP NO.” setting is
flashing.
8 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to select the desired group
number.
OFF . . . . The group number will not be checked.
1-15 . . . . Group number setting.
9 Turn the JOG dial, until the “OVERRIDE” setting is
flashing.
F Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to select the desired
override mode.
Y. . . . . . . In case of a conflict that prevents
recording, the next operation is
executed. If recording is done, then the
last recording date and the re-recording
times count are updated.
N. . . . . . . In case of a conflict that prevents
recording, the (TAPE MANAGEMENT)
menu is displayed and the conflicting
setting preventing recording will flash.
The only possible action is to press the
EJECT button, in order to eject the tape.
(Refer to “Tape Management Conflict
Display”.)
G Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
settings.
5 Turn the JOG dial, until the “REC PASS SET” setting
is flashing.
NOTES:
œ Once the tape management data is recorded on
tape, it cannot be changed.
œ The criteria (condition) for allowing recording will be
based on the data recorded on the tape and not the
settings in the (TAPE MANAGEMENT) menu.
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TAPE MANAGEMENT FUNCTION
Tape Management Conflict Display
If when the tape management function checks the tape
data a conflict that prevents recording is found, the (TAPE
MANAGEMENT) menu is displayed with the conflicting
setting flashing and the VCR go into the stop mode. If in
the (SET UP 2) menu, in the BUZZER section WARNING
is set to “Y”, the buzzer is heard. (To stop the buzzer,
press the STOP button.)
NOTES:
œ If “OVERRIDE” is set to “N” (No), the conflicting setting
is displayed flashing and the message (PRESS
EJECT) is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Recording under these conditions is not possible.
Press the EJECT button to eject the tape. To record on
the same tape, set the OVERRIDE setting to “Y” and
modify the conflicting setting, then insert the same tape
and press the REC button. However, if only
“PROTECT DAY” and “REC PAS SET” are modified,
the menu will be displayed again. Press the REC
button one more time to start recording. Recording
starts and the tape data is updated.
œ If the “OVERRIDE” is set to “Y” (Yes), the (TAPE
MANAGEMENT) menu is displayed and conflicting
setting preventing recording will flash and VCR go into
the stop mode.
To enter the record mode, press the REC button.
PROTECT DAY CONFLICT
The tape is protected, the tape protection term (ex. 30
days) is not yet over.
Under LAST M/D, the date of the last recording on the
tape (or the last expected recording date (calculated
using the tape length (T-120) and the recording
speed)) is displayed.
Under NEXT M/D, the date when it will be possible to
record on the tape again is displayed.
REC PASS SET CONFLICT
The set number of recording passes has been
exceeded.
The PASS COUNT shows the number of recording
passes on the tape (ex. this would be the 11th time the
tape is recorded over, since the maximum recording
passes number is set to “10”, this prevents recording.)
NOTES:
œ When conducting Autorepeat recording, if the PASS
COUNT exceeds 100, “101ö” will be displayed
flashing.
œ If using a tape recorded previously on a different
type of VCR (no tape data), when the set number of
recordings is exceeded, “USED TAPE” will flash
next to the PASS COUNT number.
GROUP NO. CONFLICT
The group numbers do not match.
The REC GR. NO. shows the tape recording group
number (ex. this tape belongs to a different recording
group number 8 than the one set 7.)
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NORMAL RECORDING
Normal Recording
Before starting
œ Turn the power on to all devices used.
œ Load a cassette tape with erasure-prevention tab.
NOTE:
œ If in the (SET UP 3) menu, TAPE IN MODE is set
to “REC”, recording will start after the tape thread
has been checked.
œ Set the ON SCREEN switch to the “ON” position.
1 Press the REC/PLAY SPEEDl (or j) button to set
the recording speed mode.
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The recording speed mode is displayed
on-screen and on the digital display.
2 Press the REC button.
The record indicator
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Recording starts.
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When the end of the tape is reached, “OFF” will
be displayed.
NOTES:
œ If in the (SET UP 2) menu, in the BUZZER section
TAPE END is set to “Y”, the buzzer will be heard
as long as “OFF” is displayed on the digital display.
œ To cancel the “OFF” display, press the STOP,
EJECT or PLAY button or turn the SHUTTLE ring.
œ If recording stops due to a problem with the tape or
other reason, the unit will try once to resume
recording. If the tape still does not advance, the
VCR will go into stop mode.
2 Turn the JOG dial, until the “REC SPEED” setting is
flashing.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to set the desired mode.
Y. . . . . . . . . . Recording speed mode can be
changed
N . . . . . . . . . Recording speed mode can not be
changed
4 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
setting.
NOTES:
œ The maximum number of recording times will vary
depending on the location and kind of tape used. Verify
the recording quality and replace the tape when the
quality starts to deteriorate.
The maximum number of recording times indicated
above are based on test tapes (T-120) used by the
company.
œ If using longer tapes (i.e. T-160) the tape travel will not
be as stable and that may cause problems.
Action to Take when the Video Signal
Deteriorates
If there is no video signal during recording, fast forward,
rewind modes, when in stop mode or when a tape is not
loaded the menus are not displayed, “VIDEO LOSS” can
be displayed on-screen and a signal (0 V) can be output
at the ALARM OUT terminal. If in the (SET UP 2) menu,
in the BUZZER section WARNING is set to “Y”, the
buzzer will be heard. To stop the buzzer, press the STOP
button.
1 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 4) menu is
displayed.
2 Turn the JOG dial, until the “VIDEO LOSS” setting is
flashing.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to set the desired mode.
N . . . . . . . . . The video loss warning is not
active.
Y. . . . . . . . . . The video loss warning is active.
4 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
setting.
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NORMAL RECORDING
Recording Check
The image being recorded can be checked.
1 During recording, press the PLAY (REC CHECK)
button.
The tape will be rewound and then played back.
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The VCR will then return to the previous
recording mode.
NOTE:
œ During recording check operations, recording is
suspended momentarily.
Clog Detection
This VCR is equipped with a clog detection function.
The recording quality is monitored automatically. When
the heads are dirty and the recording quality deteriorates,
the output at the WARNING OUT terminal becomes 0V
(Low), the “m” indicator flashes on the digital display, and
the buzzer sounds.
If in the (SET UP 3) menu, CLOG DETECT. is set to “N”,
the recording quality is not monitored.
NOTES:
œ To cancel the “m” indicator display and reset the
WARNING OUT terminal output, press the STOP
button.
œ Clog detection is not possible if recording in 2-hour
mode.
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AUTOREPEAT RECORDING
Autorepeat Recording
The same tape can be recorded over many times.
œ Follow the Before starting steps, under “NORMAL
RECORDING”.
1 Set the REPEAT REC switch to the “ON” position.
The REPEAT indicator will light.
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2 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 3) menu is
4 Turn the SHUTTLE ring to set to “R 1” or “R 2”. (See
“Setting the Mode at the End of the Tape”)
5 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
setting.
6 Press the REC/PLAY SPEEDl (or j) button to set
the recording speed mode.
7 Press the REC button.
Recording will start. When the tape end is
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reached, the VCR will rewind it to the beginning,
and recording will resume.
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When the end of the tape is reached, a buzzer
will be heard (if in the (SETUP 2) menu, in the
BUZZER section TAPE END is set to “Y”) and
“OFF” will be displayed until the rewinding
operation starts.
NOTES:
œ If during autorepeat recording there is an alarm trigger,
“AL” is displayed on the digital display and alarm
recording will take place. (Please refer to page 20,
“ALARM RECORDING”.)
œ If the “TAPE END MODE” setting is R 1, the REPEAT
indicator will go off if there is an alarm trigger. The
recording will continue to the end of the tape then it will
be rewound to the beginning and stop. “OFF” will be
displayed on the digital display. To turn off the buzzer
(if in the (SETUP 2) menu, in the BUZZER section
TAPE END is set to “Y”) and the “OFF” display, press
the STOP, EJECT or PLAY button, or turn the
SHUTTLE ring.
œ If “AL” is displayed on the digital display and the “TAPE
END MODE” setting is R1, autorepeat recording is not
possible.
Setting the Mode at the End of the Tape
In the (SET UP 3) menu, you can set the mode of the
VCR mode when the tape reaches the end during
recording.
1 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 3) menu is
20S-5M. . Recording only for the displayed duration
CC . . . . . Recording as long as the alarm signal is
being input (minimum 5 seconds)
7 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
settings.
NOTES:
œ During alarm recording all buttons are disabled.
œ If “OFF” is displayed on the digital display, alarm
recording is not possible in order to prevent the
recorded tape to be recorded over.
To cancel the “OFF” display, press the STOP, EJECT
or PLAY button or turn the SHUTTLE ring.
œ If an alarm trigger is received while alarm recording is
in progress, recording duration for the second alarm
will be calculated from that point. The alarm counter
will register the alarm, but it will not be found during an
alarm scan and alarm search.
œ If there is a power failure during alarm recording, and
the power is restored within the recording set duration,
alarm recording will continue.
œ If the alarm recording duration is short, the alarms may
not be found during an alarm scan or an alarm search.
If the alarms are going to be reviewed using alarm
scan or alarm search, then in 2-hour mode, 20-second
or more recording duration should be used.
œ To do alarm recording during series recording, set
“ALARM MODE” to “Y1” or “Y3”. Alarm recording will
be conducted only if the VCR is recording.
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ALARM RECORDING
Alarm Recording Counter Display
œ During alarm recording, “AL” will be flashing on the
digital display.
œ If the ON SCREEN switch is set to the “ON” position,
the number of alarms will flash on the monitor screen.
œ The maximum display number of alarm recordings is
“999”, at the next alarm recording the counter will
indicate “000”.
œ When the (ALARM TIME) menu is displayed, press the
MENU RESET button to reset the alarm counter to
“000” (all the data of the (ALARM TIME) menu is reset).
Connections to the ALARM IN/OUT
Terminals
œ Alarm input signal
Connect a make-contact (no voltage) switch between
the ALARM IN and COM terminals.
œ Alarm output signal
Normally DC 5V are output between the ALARM OUT
and the COM terminals. When an alarm input (trigger)
is received and the unit is recording, the output falls to
0V. Once the alarm recording is over, the output
returns to DC 5V.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring to set the day of the holiday.
4 Turn the JOG dial, until the next line to set starts
flashing.
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Repeat steps 2 to 4 to set up to 20 holidays.
5 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
settings.
NOTES:
œ If setting holidays, be sure that a timer recording is set
for Sunday. If not, this function will not operate.
œ If a timer recording for Sundays is entered, the holidays
timer recording will not function if the program timer
recording mode is set to “N”.
œ To erase a setting, follow the same procedure as
above, but at step 2 and 3, enter “--” instead of a
setting.
Changing a Program Timer Recording
1 Press the MENU button until the (TIMER SET) menu
is displayed.
2 Turn the JOG dial, until the setting to correct is
flashing.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to correct the setting.
4 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
settings.
5 Press the TIMER button.
To Cancel a Program Timer Recording
1 Press the MENU button until the (TIMER SET) menu
is displayed.
2 Turn the JOG dial, until the “Y” corresponding to the
timer recording to cancel is flashing.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to select “N”.
4 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
settings.
5 Press the TIMER button.
To Cancel all Program Timer Recordings
1 Press the MENU button until the (TIMER SET) menu
is displayed.
2 Press the MENU RESET button.
All programmed timer recordings are erased.
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3 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button, the normal
screen is displayed.
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PROGRAM TIMER RECORDING
NOTES:
œ During timer recording or timer recording stand-by, all
the buttons on the VCR, except the TIMER button and
the buttons to set/cancel the security lock (see page
34), are disabled.
œ If the power fails, the recording will be interrupted.
When the power is restored, the recording will resume
if the stop time has not yet been reached, and “P” will
be displayed on the digital display. The VCR internal
battery is completely recharged after the VCR has
been connected to a live outlet for 48 hours, and it will
maintain all the VCR settings memory for up to 30 days.
œ Set the timer recordings so that the recording times do
not overlap. If they do, the one with the earliest
recording start time will have priority. (See chart below.)
7:00PM
Program 1
Program 2
Program 3
These portions will
not be recorded
10:00PM8:00PM9:00PM
œ To set two or more timer recordings for a same day of
the week, turn the JOG dial, until the day of the week
for the second recording is flashing, then turn the
SHUTTLE ring, to set the desired day of the week.
œ If no timer recording is set or a cassette without
erasure-prevention tab is loaded, when the TIMER
button is pressed the timer recording indicator “n” will
start flashing and a buzzer will be heard.
œ If “OFF” is displayed on the digital display, timer
recording is not possible in order to prevent the
recorded tape to be recorded over.
œ If “SPD” (speed) is set “000”, this will set the single
image recording mode. However, pressing the REC
button will not activate the recording.
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RECORDING USING AN EXTERNAL TIMER
INPUT
Recording can be controlled by an external start/stop
signal input at the EXT TIMER IN terminal.
Example 3: To record using the signal input at the
EXT TIMER IN terminal, in 24-hour
mode.
œ Follow the Before starting steps, under “NORMAL
RECORDING”.
NOTE:
œ External timer input recording can only be set on the
9th line (EXT) of the (TIMER SET) menu.
1 Press the MENU button until the (TIMER SET) menu
is displayed.
2 Turn the JOG dial, until “EXT” (External) setting is
flashing.
The “SPD” (recording speed) position will start
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flashing.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring to select the recording speed
mode (ex: 24), then turn the JOG dial clockwise.
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“N” will start flashing.
5 Follow steps F and G under “PROGRAM TIMER
RECORDING on page 23”.
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When an external signal is input, “E” will light on
the digital display and recording will take place.
NOTES:
œ Other timer recordings using the standard procedure
can also be programmed.
œ The external input signal must be input at the EXT
Using 2 VCRs or more, the series recording function lets
you switch recording from one unit to the next (only with
VCRs of the same model as this one).
Series Recording Setup
œ Connect 2 VCRs or more as illustrated below.
1 Press the REC/PLAY SPEED l (or j) button to set
the recording speed mode.
2 Set the following items as indicated.
ItemVCR No.1VCR No.2
and on
Cassette tapeLoadedLoaded
Operation modeStopStop
REPEAT REC switchOFFOFF
Counter memoryCanceledCanceled
“OUTPUT” (in (SET UP
1) menu)
“SERIES REC IN” (in
(SET UP 3) menu)
Timer recordingOFF (not set) OFF (not set)
Security lockCanceledSet
3 Press the REC button on VCR No.1.
Recording will start in series recording mode.
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4 Set the security lock on VCR No.1.
SERIESSERIES
Y (YES)Y (YES)
The SERIES OUT signal will be presence either at the
point when the counter reading is 1
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or when
VCR No. 1 reaches the end of the tape, whichever is first.
The signal will stop 70 seconds after the tape end point of
VCR No. 1.
When this signal is received by VCR No. 2, it will start
recording. During the period when the SERIES OUT
signal is being received by VCR No. 2, if the STOP button
of VCR No. 2 is accidentally pressed, VCR No. 2 will go
into the stop mode for an instant and then return to the
record mode.
To prevent this form occuring, the security lock of VCR
No. 2 should be set to the on condition.
If TAPE END MODE is set to “REW”, when the end of the
tape is reached “OFF” is displayed, the tape is rewound
then stops.
NOTES:
œ If the counter reading on VCR No.1 is 1H57M00S or
more, when the REC button is pressed (step 3), the
recording will start on VCR No.2.
œ If in the (SET UP 3) menu “SERIES REC IN” is set to
“N” and in the (SET UP 1) menu “OUTPUT” is set to
“NON REC”, series recording will not be possible.
œ The counter must start from the beginning of tape, or
the series recording out will not function properly.
œ Even if “OFF” is displayed, series recording will be
conducted if there is an input at the SERIES IN
terminal.
Series recording connections
Video camera
VCR No.1
AC IN ~
EXT
TIMER IN
RS485
B
A
CLOCK SET
OUT IN
ADDRESS
TERMINATE
485
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
232
MIC IN
REMOTE
RS232C
To
SERIES OUT
terminal
COM
WARNING
TAPE
OUT
END OUTSWOUT COM OUT IN
SERIES OUT/
SERIES
NON REC OUT
AUDIO
IN
TIMER
IN COM
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
IN OUT
To COM
terminal
To
VIDEO IN
jack
ALARM
1 SHOTINALARM
RESET IN
To
VIDEO OUT
jack
Monitor TV
To VIDEO OUT jack
(VCR)
To
WARNING
TAPE
ALARM
EXT
COM
OUT
END OUTSWOUT COM OUT IN
TIMER IN
SERIES OUT.
SERIES
TIMER
1 SHOTINALARM
CLOCK SET
NON REC OUT
IN COM
OUT
OUT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT
IN
IN OUT
MIC IN
REMOTE
To
To
To COM
terminal
To SERIES IN terminal
(VCR No. 3)
VIDEO IN
jack
RESET IN
PUSH
OPEN
To
VIDEO OUT
jack
To
VIDEO IN
jack
(VCR No. 3)
To COM terminal
(VCR No. 3)
VCR No.2
RS485
B
A
ADDRESS
TERMINATE
485
ON
PUSH
OPEN
AC IN ~
ON
OFF
OFF
232
RS232C
SERIES OUT
terminal
SERIES IN
terminal
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SERIES RECORDING
Continous Loop Recording Setup
It is possible to configure at least two this VCR for
continous loop recording.
Under loop recording when the recording finishes on the
first unit, the new recording will start on the second unit.
When the recording finishes on the second unit, recording
will start on the first unit.
œ The SERIES OUT terminal of VCR No.2 and the
SERIES IN terminal No.1 should be connected (See
diagram).
1 Press the REC/PLAY SPEEDl (or j) button to set
the recording speed mode.
2 Set the following items as indicated.
ItemVCR No.1VCR No.2
Cassette tapeLoadedLoaded
Operation modeStopStop
REPEAT REC switchOFFOFF
Counter memoryCanceledCanceled
“OUTPUT” (in (SET UP
1) menu)
“TAPE END MODE” (in
(SET UP 3) menu)
“SERIES REC IN” (in
(SET UP 3) menu)
Timer recordingOFF (not set) OFF (not set)
Security lockCanceledSet
SERIESSERIES
REWREW
Y (YES)Y (YES)
3 Press the REC button on VCR No.1.
Recording will start in series recording mode.
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4 Set the security lock on VCR No.1.
NOTES:
œ The “TAPE END MODE” in (SET UP 3) menu should
be set to “REW” for both units without fail.
œ In loop recording mode, the tape will be re-recorded
over. If you need to keep the recorded infomation,
please eject the tape after recording is complete and
insert a new tape.
Loop recording connection (example with 2 VCRs)
Video camera
To
EXT
TIMER IN
CLOCK SET
OUT IN
MIC IN
REMOTE
To
terminal
To
WARNING
COM
SERIES OUT/
NON REC OUT
TAPE
OUT
END OUTSWOUT COM OUT IN
SERIES
IN COM
AUDIO
OUT
IN
VIDEO IN
jack
ALARM
TIMER
1 SHOTINALARM
OUT
RESET IN
VIDEO
IN OUT
To
VIDEO OUT
jack
To COM
terminal
PUSH
OPEN
VCR No.1
AC IN ~
RS485
B
A
ADDRESS
TERMINATE
485
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
232
RS232C
SERIES OUT
SERIES IN
terminal
VCR No.2
AC IN ~
Monitor TV
To VIDEO IN jack
EXT
TIMER IN
RS485
B
A
CLOCK SET
OUT IN
ADDRESS
TERMINATE
485
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
232
MIC IN
REMOTE
RS232C
To
SERIES OUT
terminal
To
SERIES IN
terminal
COM
WARNING
TAPE
OUT
END OUTSWOUT COM OUT IN
SERIES OUT/
SERIES
NON REC OUT
IN COM
AUDIO
IN
TIMEROUT
OUT
IN OUT
To COM
terminal
1 SHOTINALARM
VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
ALARM
RESET IN
PUSH
OPEN
To
jack
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SINGLE IMAGE RECORDING
The single image recording function of this VCR can be
used to create image data files or animations.
Single Image Recording Setup
1 In stop mode, press the REC/PLAY SPEED l (or j)
button, to set the recording speed to “0 00”.
2 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 4) menu is
1 Turn on the power to the VCR and TV monitor.
2 Load the video cassette tape.
3 Press the REC/PLAY SPEEDl (or j) button to
select the playback speed mode.
The selected playback speed mode is displayed
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on the digital display.
NOTE:
œ A slow motion effect or accelerated playback effect
can be achieved by using a slower or faster
playback speed than the speed used for recording.
4 Press the PLAY button.
Playback starts.
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If necessary, adjust the tracking to eliminate the
noise from the picture.
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If the image is unstable (rolling vertically), adjust
the vertical lock control to correct.
5 To stop playback, press the STOP button.
To advance or rewind the tape, turn the
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SHUTTLE
NOTES:
œ If a tape recorded in SP mode on a standard VCR is
loaded, playback will be done in 2-hour mode.
œ A tape recorded on a time lapse VCR produced by
another manufacturer may not play back with the same
degree of clarity on this unit.
ring clockwise or counterclockwise.
Tracking Control
If there is noise in the image during playback,
1 While looking at the playback picture, press and hold
the TRACKING/V. STILL+ button to minimize the
noise.
2 If it cannot be minimized, press the TRACKING/V.
STILL– button.
Vertical Lock Control
During still image mode,
1 Press and hold the TRACKING/V. STILL+ button to
reduce the vertical rolling of the image.
2 If it cannot be corrected, press the TRACKING/V.
STILL– button.
Sharpness Control
Turn the SHARPNESS control clockwise or
counterclockwise for the desired sharpness of the image.
Audio Playback
œ Audio playback is only possible in 2-hour, 12-hour and
24-hour modes.
œ The playback speed has to be the same as the
recording speed, for normal playback of the audio.
œ For a tape recorded in 12-hour and 24-hour recording
modes, to playback the audio, press the
SEARCH/AUDIO ON button after pressing the PLAY
button. “?” will be displayed to the left of the playback
speed on the digital display.
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NOTE:
œ Noise will appear in the image when audio playback is
used in 12- or 24-hour modes.
SPECIAL PLAYBACK
Picture Search (Forward and Reverse)
1 Turn the SHUTTLE ring clockwise (or
counterclockwise), during normal playback. See
“SHUTTLE Ring Operation”.
The image can be seen while the tape is
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advanced (or rewound) at high speed.
2 To return to normal playback, release the SHUTTLE
ring.
NOTES:
œ During picture search, noise (horizontal bars) will
appear in the picture.
œ The sound is muted.
Still Image
1 Press the STILL/PAUSE button, during normal
playback.
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A still image can be viewed.
2 To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button.
NOTES:
œ If still mode continues for 5 minutes or more, the VCR
will go into stop mode to avoid damaging the tape.
œ If the image is unstable (rolling vertically), adjust the
vertical lock control to correct.
Frame Advance
1 Turn the JOG dial clockwise (or counterclockwise),
during still image mode.
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The still image is advanced (or rewound) of one
image (field).
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Turn the dial faster to increase the speed of the
frame advance.
Reverse Playback
1 Turn the SHUTTLE ring counterclockwise and hold it,
during normal playback. See “SHUTTLE Ring
Operation”.
Reverse playback will start.
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2 To return to normal playback, release the SHUTTLE
ring.
NOTES:
œ During reverse playback, noise will appear in the
picture.
œ If operated from normal playback mode, reverse
playback is only possible during 2-hour playback speed
mode.
œ The sound is muted.
Slow motion (Forward and Reverse)
1 Turn the SHUTTLE ring clockwise (or
counterclockwise) and hold it, during still image mode.
See “SHUTTLE Ring Operation”.
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Forward (or reverse) slow motion playback will
start.
2 To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button.
NOTES:
œ If slow motion mode continues for 5 minutes or more,
the VCR will go into stop mode to avoid damaging the
tape.
œ The sound is muted.
2 To return to normal playback, press the PLAY button.
NOTES:
œ During reverse frame advance, noise will appear in the
picture.
œ If frame advance mode continues for 5 minutes or
more, the VCR will go into stop mode to avoid
damaging the tape.
SPECIAL PLAYBACK
Day/Time Search
1 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button three times
during stop mode.
“T/D SEARCH 01 00:00” will be displayed on
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screen.
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T/D SEARCH
DayMinutes
2 Press the REC/PLAY SPEEDl (or j) button to set
the desired day, then turn the JOG dial clockwise.
3 Press the REC/PLAY SPEEDl (or j) button to set
the desired hour, then turn the JOG dial clockwise.
4 Press the REC/PLAY SPEEDl (or j) button to set
the desired minutes.
NOTES:
œ The setting can be made in 10 minutes increments
only.
œ For recordings made on other VCRs, the exact
time may not be found even if the minutes are
entered. For tapes recorded on older models of
VCRs produced by this company (the ones without
a minutes setting for the day/time search function),
make sure to set the minutes to “00”.
01 00:00
Hour
SHUTTLE Ring Operation
From normal playback, still image, stop mode, etc., turn
the clockwise or counterclockwise to select a mode as
indicated below.
1 Turn the SHUTTLE ring in either direction where the
desired mode is selected.
: Operation will not return to the original mode when
the SHUTTLE ring is released.
Reverse
Slow
motion
Original
mode
*1
*2
Normal
playback
Still
image
Normal playback
Slow
motion
playback
Normal
Forward picture
search (Locked)
Forward picture
search
Forward picture
search
Reverse directionForward direction
RewindFast forward
Reverse picture
search (Locked)
Reverse picture
search
Reverse picture
search
Reverse playback
Reverse
playback
5 Turn the SHUTTLE ring clockwise (or counterclockwise).
The desired day/time is searched and a still
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image of the recording will appear on-screen.
6 Press the PLAY button.
Playback will start.
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NOTES:
œ If during a search the end of the tape is reached, the
tape will rewind and stop. If the beginning of the tape is
reached, it will stop.
œ The alarm and day/time data are recorded on the tape
in a similar format. If they overlap, the alarm data will
have the priority. Therefore, when searching for a
day/time when an alarm recording was done, the
day/time search will not stop at the desired location. In
such a case, use alarm scan to find the desired
recording location.
œ The day/time search function may not operate correctly
if searching for a timer recording time or if the clock on
the recording VCR has been adjusted using the
CLOCK ADJUSTMENT function.
œ If the recording has been made in 120-hour or more
mode, the day/time search with a minutes setting (see
step 4 above) will not operate. When using the
day/time search function on such a recording, set the
minutes (see step 4 above) to “00”.
*1: Stop mode, Forward picture search or Reverse picture
search.
*2: Fast forward or Rewind
NOTES:
œ If operated from still image mode and playback mode,
operation will return to the original mode when the
SHUTTLE ring is released.
œ If operated from normal playback mode, reverse
playback is only possible during 2-hour playback speed
mode.
œ The sound is muted.
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TAPE COUNTER
Using the counter, it is easy to find a desired recording.
1 Press the COUNTER RESET button, at the beginning
of the desired recording.
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The counter will be reset to “0H 00M 00S”.
2 Press the COUNTER MEMORY button.
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SETTING THE BUZZER
During alarm recording, if the tape reaches the end, if
buttons are pressed, or if there is a VCR mechanical
failure, the tape will stop or be ejected and a buzzer can
be sounded.
1 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 2) menu is
2 Turn the JOG dial, until the desired item for which the
buzzer function will be set is flashing.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring to set “Y” for the functions
described below.
ALARM IN . . The buzzer will be heard during
alarm recording.
TAPE END. . The buzzer will be heard when the
end of the tape is reached during
recording. To stop the buzzer,
press the STOP, EJECT or PLAY
button, or turn the SHUTTLE ring.
KEY IN . . . . . The buzzer will be heard when one
of the VCR buttons is pressed or
when the JOG dial or theSHUTTLE ring is turned.
WARNING . . The buzzer will be heard if the
heads are dirty and recording
qualtiy deteriorate, or if the tape
stops or is ejected due to a
problem with the internal
mechanism. To stop the buzzer,
press the STOP button.
4 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
setting.
NOTES:
œ If “N” is set, the buzzer will not be heard.
œ During timer recording mode, security lock engaged
mode and alarm recording mode, the buzzer will not be
heard when a button related to one of these modes is
pressed, even if “Y” is set for the “KEY IN” item.
CLOCK ADJUSTMENT
When using 2 or more VCRs of this same model, the
clock on the second VCR and on, can be synchronized
with the clock on the first VCR, using the CLOCK
ADJUSTMENT function.
1 Connect the CLOCK SET OUT terminal on VCR 1 to
the CLOCK SET IN terminal on VCR 2.
2 Repeat the procedure for all the other VCRs,
connecting the CLOCK SET OUT terminal on VCR 2
to the CLOCK SET IN terminal on VCR 3, and so on.
3 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 3) menu is
displayed.
4 Turn the JOG dial, until the “EXT TIME ADJ.” setting
is flashing.
5 Turn the SHUTTLE ring to set the hour at which the
adjustment will be conducted.
NOTES:
œ Be sure to set the same time on all the VCRs.
œ The clock adjustment cannot be set to “00:00”.
7 Repeat the procedure for all the other VCRs, setting
“EXT TIME ADJ.” (to the same time as set on the first
VCR).
NOTES:
œ Connect the COM terminal on all VCRs used.
œ This function will not operate on the day the daylight
saving/standard time is changed.
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SETTING THE RS-232C OR RS-485 DATA
TRANSFER SPEED
The VCR can be controlled by a computer connected to
the RS-232C connector. It can also be controlled through
a special controller connected to the RS-485 connector.
You must specify which connector (RS-232C or RS-485)
is used. (Refer to “Data Transfer Speed Setup.”)
DIP Switches Setup
The DIP switches need to be set when a computer,
special controller, etc. connected to the RS-232C or
RS-485 connectors is used to control the VCR. Make sure
to turn the VCR power off before setting the DIP switches.
ADDRESS
ON
ON
12345678910
OFF
SW No.
1-7: To setup the VCR address (only when using the
RS-485 connector).
œ Switch 1 is the least significant bit (LSB) and
switch 7 the most significant bit (MSB) (Down: 0,
Up: 1)
Example:
œ If the address is 1, set switch 1 to the ON side
(up)
œ If the address is 10, set switches 2 and 4 to the
ON side (up)
œ If the address is 127, set all the switches to the
ON side (up)
8: Available (Not used)
9: To select the connector used. [232] side (down) for
RS-232C, [485] side (up) for RS-485.
10: To setup the termination (only when using the
RS-485 connector).
OFF side (down): Not terminated
ON side (up): Terminated
NOTE:
œ Refer to the RS-232C and RS-485 command section or
to the special controller and/or to the computer
instruction manual.
TERMINATE
485
232
ON
OFF
Data Transfer Speed Setup
1 Press the MENU button until the (SET UP 3) menu is
2 Turn the JOG dial, until the “REMOTE” setting is
flashing.
3 Turn the SHUTTLE ring, to select the desired switch
mode.
EJECT . . . . . Switch 7 will eject the tape.
MENU. . . . . . Switch 7 will display the menu.
4 Press the SEARCH/AUDIO ON button to save the
setting.
R2 0.43K
R3 0.51K
R4 0.62K
R5 0.75K
R6 0.91K
R7 1.1K
R8 1.3K
R9 2.0K
R10 2.4K
R11 3.6K
R12 5.6K
SW2: STILL/PAUSE
SW3: REW
SW4: FF
SW5: PLAY
SW6: REC
SW7: EJECT (or MENU)
SW8: REV
SW9: REC/PLAY SPEED j, j
SW10: REC/PLAY SPEED l, l
SW11: SHIFT ], »
SW12: SHIFT «, «
The resistance tolerance is
2% or less.
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HEADS SWITCHING FUNCTION
This unit is equipped with 4 double azimuth heads. Under
normal conditions, recording and playback is done using
the main heads “A1” and “B1”.
B2 (secondary)
B1 (main)
If case of problem with the main heads, for example if
only one channel is being recorded and playback cannot
be done, you can temporarily switch to the secondary
heads so that the playback picture can be viewed.
(In case of problem with the main heads, it is
recommended to have the unit repaired as soon as
possible.)
A1 (main)
A2 (secondary)
Switching heads combination and
azimuth display
The heads that are used can be switched to any of the
combinations (1, 2 or 3) indicated in the table below,
until the playback picture can be viewed. When switching
to a combination other than the main heads, the
corresponding azimuth indicator will be displayed.
1 Start playback.
Azimuth indicator
SC
NOTES:
œ When the end of the tape is reached, the heads
combination automatically returns to the normal setting.
The heads combination will also automatically return to
the normal setting when the tape is stopped, the
cassette is ejected or after a power interruption.
œ When using the heads combination 1 or 2 during
playback, note the following points.
2-hour mode
Satisfactory image quality (may require tracking
control adjustment)
12 or 24-hour mode
Noise bars will be visible
48 - 960-hour mode
Noise bars will appear and disappear
Frame advance
Noise bars will appear and disappear
2 Press and hold the MENU button, then press the
SHIFT « button.
3 Release the MENU button.
œ The selected heads combination will change in the
order indicated in the table below.
To select another heads combination, repeat steps 2
and 3 above.
1234
1
2
3
4
Heads
combination
A1 and A2+
B1 and B2–
A2 and B2SC
A1 and B1
(Displayed on the digital panel)
Azimuth indicator
No indicator
(Normal heads combination)
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MAINTENANCE
Daily Inspection
The following daily inspections are recommended in order
to assure long-term and trouble-free operation of the unit.
The daily inspections are particularly important if using
autorepeat recording.
Inspection Procedure
1 Turn on the power to the VCR, camera, TV monitor
and other connected devices.
2 Check that the image received on the TV monitor is
correct.
3 Check that the on-screen display of the date and time
is correct.
4 To check the recording condition of the previous day,
rewind the recorded tape a few seconds.
5 Press the PLAY button and check that the playback
image is correct.
6 Check that the recorded date and time are correct.
NOTES:
œ If the security lock is engaged, it has to be released
before proceeding to the inspection.
œ If any problem is discovered during the inspection,
unplug the power cord then consult your dealer.
Periodic Inspection
Periodic inspection and maintenance should be referred
to your dealer.
If there is noise in the playback picture, and it cannot be
corrected using the tracking control, it may indicated that
the video heads need cleaning.
The video heads should be inspected every 1,000 hours
of use to determine if they need to be replaced.
The video heads usage can be checked using the (USED
TIME) menu.
Cabinet Cleaning
Clean the outside of the cabinet with a clean, soft cloth,
moistened with lukewarm water and wrung dry.
DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR OTHER TYPES OF
CLEANERS. THESE CHEMICALS CAN CRACK OR
DISCOLOR THE CABINET.
About the Backup Battery
The date and time settings are maintained for up to 30
days by a rechargeable lithium battery that is fully
charged after the VCR has been connected to a power
source for 48 hours or more.
Depending on the battery usage it may become
necessary to change it. For replacement and disposal of
the old battery, please contact your dealer.
After the battery has been replaced, press the ALLRESET button, then enter all the time, date, etc. settings
as required.
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MAINTENANCE
Maintaining and Checking The Mechanism
To maintain the VCR functions and features working properly, and to avoid damages or dirt on the tape, it is
recommended to follow the maintenance points and periodicity indicated below.
For detailed information, please contact your dealer.
Maintenance TableF : Cleaning E : Confirmation v : Lubrication k : Change
1. This table shows the maintenance for up to 8000 hours. After this, repeat from the start or the table.
2. For places with symbols such as E (k) and F (k), carry out checking and cleaning, and replace if necessary.
3. This periodic maintenance check table changes considerably according to the using conditions and environment.
4. Refer to (USED TIME) menu for the length of time the unit has been used.
5. As life may be shortened if foreign particles and dusts remain accumulated on the tape guides and rotating and contacting portions, clean if dirty.
6. Dusts and other foreign particles on the tape guides may also shorten the tape life and lower picture quality, therefore clean thoroughly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If the unit does not operate normally when you follow the instructions indicated in the manual, please refer to the table
below.
SYMPTOMPOSSIBLE CAUSECORRECTIVE ACTION
No powerThe power cord is not connectedConnect the power cord
No image displayed on
the monitor TV
The buttons do not
respond
Recording is not
possible (the tape is
ejected)
Autorepeat recording is
not possible
Timer recording is not
possible
Alarm recording is not
possible
Noise in the playback
picture
The date and time are
not recorded
The cassette tape
cannot be ejected
The cassette is ejected
a few seconds after it
has been inserted
The connections are not correctCheck that all connections are correct
The power to the camera and/or monitor TV
is not turned on
A cassette tape is not loadedLoad a cassette and turn the power on
All functions are suspended due to
condensation
Alarm recordingWait for the alarm recording to end
The security lock is engagedCancel the security lock
The loaded cassette has no
erasure-prevention tab
“AL” is displayed on the digital displayDisplay (ALARM TIME) menu, then press
The date and time are not set correctlySet the date and time correctly
The unit is not set to timer recording
stand-by mode
“N” is selected for the timer recordingsBe sure to select “Y” for the programmed
“OFF” is displayed on the digital displayPress the EJECT, STOP or PLAY button or
The video heads need cleaningClean the video heads
The ON SCREEN switch is set to the “OFF”
position
Problem with the systemUnplug the power cord then plug it back in
The tape is not threaded correctlyTry inserting the cassette one more time or
Turn all connected devices power on
Wait for the “À” indicator to go off
Load a cassette tape with
erasure-prevention tab or cover the tab hole
with adhesive tape
the MENU RESET button to turn off the “AL”
indicator
Press the TIMER button to display “n” on
the digital display
timer recordings
turn the SHUTTLE ring to turn the indicator
off
Set the ON SCREEN switch to the “ON”
position
using a new cassette. If it is ejected again,
please consult your dealer.
After a Power Failure
If after a power failure the recording speed is reset to
2-hour mode, it is due to insufficient backup battery
charge. This is not a malfunction.
System Down
If the unit does not function at all, try the following.
1 Unplug the power cord then plug it back in.
2 Reset the memory. (Press the ALL RESET button.
Under normal conditions, do not touch the ALL
RESET button.)
3 If the problem is not corrected after performing steps
1 and 2 a few times, consult your dealer.
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SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Video heads systemDual-azimuth 4-head rotating helical scanning system:
Dual azimuth 2-head for record and standard playback
Dual azimuth 4-head for forward picture search, reverse picture search
and still mode
Audio recordingIn 2-, 12- and 24-hour modes
Tape speed33.35 mm /sec (2-hour mode)
Specified video cassette tapeVHS 1/2 inch video cassette tape
Recording/playback time2, 12, 24, 48, 72, 96, 120, 168, 240, 360, 480, 720 and 960 hours (when using
T-120 tape)
Fast forward/rewind timeapproximately 2 minutes 45 seconds (when using T-120 tape)
Television systemNTSC color TV system
RS-232C/RS-485 data transfer speed19200, 9600, 4800, 2400 baud
Video
Recording methodLuminance signal: FM recording
Chrominance signal: Down-converted direct recording
Video input1 V(p-p), BNC, 75 Ω, unbalanced
Video output1 V(p-p), BNC, 75 Ω, unbalanced
Horizontal resolutionBlack & white mode350 line or more
Alarm inputLow level active (0V 100msec or more)
Alarm outputDC 5 V (±0.5)/5.7 kΩ, Low at alarm
Alarm reset inputLow level active (0V 100msec or more)
Switch outputDC 5 V (±0.5)/5.7 kΩ, Low at switching
Tape end outputDC 5 V (±0.5)/5.7 kΩ, Low at tape end
Warning outputDC 5 V (±0.5)/5.7 kΩ, Low at warning
Ext timer inputLow level active (0V 100msec or more)
Timer outputDC 12 V (±0.5)/5.7 kΩ, High at timer recording
Series inputLow level active (0V 100msec or more)
Series output/Non rec outputDC 5 V (±0.5)/5.7 kΩ
Clock set inputLow level active (0V 100msec or more)
Clock set outputDC 5 V (±0.5)/5.7 kΩ, Low at clock set in
1 shot record inputLow level active (0V 100msec or more)
Common0 V (GND)
Remote control input3.5 mm mini jack
Other Specifications
Operating temperature range5°C to 40°C
Operating humidity range80% or less
Power requirements120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption17 W
Dimensions420 (W) x 99.5 (H) x 295.5 (D) mm
Weightapproximately 4.4 kg
NOTE: The specifications and external appearance of this unit are subject to change without notice.
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SANYO INDUSTRIAL
VCR WARRANTY
OBLIGATIONS
In order to obtain warranty service, the product must be delivered to and picked up from an Authorized Sanyo Service Center at the user’s expense,
unless specifically stated otherwise in this warranty. The names and addresses of Authorized Sanyo Service Centers may be obtained by calling the
toll-free number listed below.
For product operation, authorized service center referral, service assistance or problem resolution, call
CUSTOMER INFORMATION 1-800-421-5013
Weekdays 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Pacific Time
For accessories and/or parts, call
PARTS ORDER INFORMATION 1-800-726-9662
Weekdays 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM Pacific Time
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY ON SANYO PRODUCTS PURCHASED OR RENTED IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, EXCLUDING ALL
U.S. TERRITORIES AND PROTECTORATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER OR END-USER. THE
ORIGINAL DATED BILL OF SALE, SALES SLIP OR RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE AUTHORIZED SANYO SERVICE
CENTER AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS REQUESTED.
Subject to the OBLIGATIONS above and EXCLUSIONS below, SANYO Fisher Company warrants this SANYO product against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods specified below. SFC will repair or replace (at its option) the product and any of its parts which fail to conform to this
warranty. The warranty period commences on the date the product was first purchased or rented at retail.
LABORPARTSVIDEO HEADS
90 DAYS1 YEAR90 DAYS
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover (A) the adjustment of customer-operated controls as explained in the appropriate model’s instruction manual, or (B) the
repair of any product whose serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.
This warranty shall not apply to the cabinet or cosmetic parts, batteries or routine maintenance.
This warranty does not apply to uncrating, setup, installation, removal of the product for repair or reinstallation of the product after repair.
This warranty does not apply to repairs or replacements necessitated by any cause beyond the control of SFC including, but not limited to, any
malfunction, defect or failure caused by or resulting from unauthorized service or parts, improper maintenance, operation contrary to furnished
instructions, shipping or transit accidents, modification or repair by the user, abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect power line voltage, fire, flood
or other Acts of God, or normal wear and tear.
The foregoing is in lieu of all other expressed warranties and SFC does not assume or authorize any party to assume for it any other
obligation or liability.
SFC DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH REGARD TO THIS PRODUCT (INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS). IN NO EVENT SHALL SFC BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
ARISING FROM THE OWNERSHIP OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY DELAY IN THE PERFORMANCE OF ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER
THIS WARRANTY DUE TO CAUSES BEYOND ITS CONTROL. SFC’S LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, USE OR OWNERSHIP OF THIS PRODUCT
INCLUDING WARRANTOR’S NEGLIGENCE, ALLEGED DAMAGED OR DEFECTIIVE GOODS, WHETHER SUCH DEFECTS ARE DISCOVERABLE
OR LATENT, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.
ATTENTION
For your protection in the event of theft or loss of this product, please fill in the information below for you own personal records.
Model No._____________________________________________ Serial No.______________________________________________
Date of Purchase_______________________________________ Purchase Price_________________________________________
(Located on back or bottom side of unit.)
Where Purchased _________________________________________________________________________________________________
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SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
1AC6P1P1879– –D
RC4Q/U
(0601KP-01)Issue No. 5 Copyright SANYO, 1999 All rights reserved.Printed in Japan
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