Philips RT24A-00T User Manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PHILIPSRT24A5T

Power supply: AC 120V,60Hzonly

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
completelyswitchedoffbyremovingtheplug.

Illustratedbelow is molded on the back of your unit.

This symbolwarnstheuserthat uninsulated
voltagewithinthe unit may have sufficientmag­nitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is
dangerous to make any kind of contact with any
inside part of this unit.

This symbolalertstheuserthatimportantlitera­ture 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 SERVICINGTO QUALIFIEDSERVICE
PERSONNEL.

WARNING:TOPREVENT FIREOR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Warning: Thisequipmenthas been tested and found to comply
with the limitsfora Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonableprotectionagainstharmfulinterferencewhenthe
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates,uses,and can radiate frequency and, if
not installedand used in accordance with the operating
instructionsmanual,maycauseharmfulinterferencetoradio
communications.
Operationof this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interferenceinwhich case the user will be
required to correct the interferenceat his own expense.

CAUTION: CHANGESOR MODIFICATIONSNOTEXPRESSLY
APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.

This digital apparatusdoes not exceed the Class A limits
for radio noise emissionsfromdigitalapparatusasset
out in the Interference-causingequipmentstandard
entitled "DigitalApparatus",ICES-003oftheDepartment
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.
Neverpull the cord itself.

Installation

• Choose a location in which air can pass through the
ventilationholesinthe bottom,top and back of the unit to
preventit fromoverheating.

• Do not install the unit near sources such as radiators or air
ducts or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive
dust,mechanical vibrationsorshock.

• Neverbring a magnet or magnetized object near the VCR
because it will adverselyaffecttheperformanceofthe
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.
Condensationon the head drum, one of the most crucial
partsof 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
condensationfromoccurringon the head drum.

Cleaning

• Be careful; when surface of the case is wiped with a
volatileagentsuch as benzine, alcohol, thinner, etc., or a
chemicallyprocessedcloth,thesurfacefinishmaybe
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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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality stan­dards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a
major factorin the design of every instrument.But,safetyis
your responsibilitytoo.

These pages list importantinformationthatwillhelptoassure
your employmentand proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder
and accessory equipment.Pleaseread it carefullybefore
operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for
futurereference.

INSTALLATION

6 Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and

extensioncordsasthiscan resultin a risk of fire
or electric shock.OverloadedAC outletsand
extensioncordsaredangerous,and so are frayed
power cords, damaged or cracked wire insulation
and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or
fire hazard.Periodicallyexaminethecordand
have it replaced by your service technician if
appearance indicates damage or deteriorated
insulation.

7 Power-Cord Protection - Power-supplycords

should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
againstthem,paying particularattentiontocords
at plugs, convience receptacles,and the point
where they exit from the appliance.

Caution: To prevent electrical shock,matchwide blade

of plug to wide slot, fully insert.

1 Read and Follow Instructions - Allthe safetyand

operating instructionsshouldbereadbeforethe
video product is operated. Follow all operating
and use instructions.

2 Retain Instructions- Thesafetyandoperating

instructionsshouldberetainedforfuturerefer­ence.

3 Head Warnings - Comply with all warnings on the

video product and in the operating instructions.

4 Grounding or Polarization - The setsconcerned

should be operated with the mains cable supplied.

5 Power Sources - This video product should be

operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult
your video dealer or local power company. For
video productsintended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, referto the operating
instructions.

8 Ventilation - Slotsand openings in the cabinet are

providedfor ventilationtoensureoperationofthe
video product and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing
the video product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similarsurface.Thisvideoproductshouldnever
be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.
This video product should not be placed in a
built-ininstallationsuchasbookcaseorrack
unlessproperventilationisprovidedorthevideo
product manufacturer’sinstructionshavebeen
followed.

9 Attachments - Do not use attachments unless

recommended by the video product manufacturer
as they may cause hazards.

Caution: Maintainelectricalsafety.Powerlinesoperated
equipment or accessoriesconnectedto this unit should bear
the UL listing markor CSA certificationmarkon the accessory
itselfand should not have been modified so as to defeat the
safetyfeatures.Thiswillhelpavoidanypotentialhazardfrom
electricshockor fire.Ifin doubt, contact qualified personnel.

10 Water and Moisture - Do not use this video

product near water - for example, near a bath tub,
wash bowl, kitchen sink,or loundrytub, in a wet
basement,or near a swimming pool, and the like.

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11 Accessories - Donot place this video product on

an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,ortable.
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 manufac­turer,or sold with the video product. Any mount­ing of the product should follow the
manufacturer’sinstructions,andshouldusea
mounting accessoryrecommendedbythe manu­facturer.

11A An appliance and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops,excessiveforce,
and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.

USE

12 Cleaning - Unplug the video product from the wall

outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners.Use a damp cloth for clean­ing.

13 Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of

any kind into this video product through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-outpartsthatcouldresultina fire or
electricshock.Neverspillliquidofanykindon the
video product.

14 Lightning - Foradded protection for this video

product during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent
damage to the video product due to lightning and
power-linesurges.

16 Conditions Requiring Service - Unplugthisvideo

product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualifiedservicepersonnelunderthefollowing
conditions.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damag­ed.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or
water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally
by following the operation instructions.Adjust
only those controlsthatare covered by the
operating instructions.Improperadjustmentof
other controlsmayresultindamage and will often
require extensiveworkbyaqualifiedtechnician
to restorethe video product to its normal opera­tion.
e. If the video product has been dropped or the
cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct
change in performance - this indicates a need for
service.

17 Replacement Parts - When replacementpartsare

required,have the servicetechnicianverifythat
the replacementshe uses have the same safety
characteristicsastheoriginalparts.Useof
replacementsspecifiedbythevideoproduct
manufacturercan preventfire,electricshockor
other hazards.

18 Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or

repairsto thisvideoproduct,askthe service
technician to perform safetychecksrecommend­ed by the manufacturer to determine that the
video product is in save operating condition.

SERVICE

15 Servicing - Do not attempt to service this video

product yourselfasopening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards.Referallservicingtoqualifiedservice
personnel.

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Congratulationsonyourpurchase.You are now the
owner of a Time Lapse Recorder (TLR), one of the most
advanced and simple-to-useVHSstandardvideorecord­ers on the market.
We’resureyou can hardly wait to use it. However, it’s
worth takinga moment to read through the operating
manual. That way you’ll find out how to use it properly.
Whateverbuttonyoupress,youwon’tdamage your video
recorder,so you can quite safely practice operating it.
Please also read the chapter on safety.

Safety tips

• Dangerous high voltage inside video recorder.Do not
open the set. The appliance does not contain any
componentsthat can be repaired by the customer. When
the appliance is connected to the mains there are some
componentsthat are constantlyoperational.Youcan only
switchitoff completelybyunplugging it from the mains.

• Note that this video recorder is designed for a power
supplyof 110-120V/60Hz.

• Ensure that air can flow freely through the ventilation
openings on the appliance. Do not place the appliance on
softsurfaces.

• Do not place the appliance near a heat source (e.g.:
radiator).

• Ensure that no objects or liquids are allowed to penetrate
the appliance. If liquid is spilt on it, unplug it immediately
from the mains and call the customer service department.

Contents Page

1. SUMMARY OF BUTTONS, CONTROLS AND SOCKETS 6.

The front of the appliance 6..........................

The rear of the appliance 6..........................

2. INSTALLATION.HOWTO INSTALLYOURVIDEO

RECORDER. 7.......................................

Connecting the television/monitor 7...................

Connecting to an input source 7......................

Connecting to the mains 7...........................

Connectionson the control socket 7..................

On-Screen Display(OSD) 7..........................

Settingthe time/dateon the video recorder 8..........

Basic settings 8....................................

3. PLAYING A PRE-RECORDED CASSETTE 9..............

Fastforwardand rewind 9...........................

The time-lapse/picturesearchfunction 9..............

Stillpicture/slowmotion 9...........................

Tape position. 10...................................

Rectifyingpicturedisturbances. 10...................

4. RECORDING DIRECTLY 11...........................

Erase protection 11.................................

Alarm settings 12...................................

Alarm chart 12.....................................

5. PROGRAMMING RECORDINGS 13....................

TIMER settings 13..................................

InterruptingaTIMERrecordingand standby mode 13...

Checking or changing a TIMER block 13...............

6. SPECIAL FEATURES 14..............................

Connecting two recordersin series 14................

Record Check 14...................................

The lock function 14.................................

7. TROUBLESHOOTING 15.............................

8. SAFETY TIPS 16....................................

Recommended servicing 16..........................

Technical data 17...................................

Accessoriessupplied 18.............................

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1. SUMMARYOF BUTTONS, CONTROLS AND SOCKETS

You will find exact details of the various functions in the corresponding chapters.

The front of the appliance

JEJECT

MENU

CL/CODE

REC.n

Cassetteeject
Menu
Delete/Code

OK

Confirm

TU

Recording-/Playbackspeed
Record

The rear of the appliance

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Mainssocket

EXT 1

Scart socket(AVEuroconnec­tor)

AUDIOIN

AUDIOOUT

VIDEOIN

VIDEOOUT

CINCH audio input socket
CINCH audio output socket
BNC video input socket
BNC video output socket

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STOP/STANDBYh/m

STILLR

PLAYG

Controlsocket:

Pin1 ALARMIN
Pin2 SERIALIN
Pin3 ALARMRESET/RECOUT
Pin4 GND (earth)
Pin5 ALARMOUT
Pin6 SERIALOUT

Rewind
Fastforward

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Jog (inner dial)
Stop/Switchoff
Stillpicture
Playback

Pin7 CAM. SW. OUT (externalvideo

switch)
Pin8 TAPE END OUT
Pin9 RECORD CHECK

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