Philips RT30A, RT960A User Manual

PHILIPS RT30A & RT960A

High Density Video Cassette Recorder

Philips Communication, Security & Imaging

Instructions for Use

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

The lightning flash with an 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.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Comply with all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this equipment near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Both the wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Unplug this equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the equipment has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the equipment, the equipment has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

14. WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this

equipment to rain or moisture.

15. The equipment shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the equipment.

16. The back of the recorder should only be removed by qualified maintenance and service personnel.

VENTILATION

17. Keep ventilation openings free to avoid the recorder for overheating.

18. Do not place the recorder in the immediate vicinity of a heating source.

19. Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

CLEANING

20. You can clean the recorder with a moist fluff-free cloth or shammy leather cloth.

DISPOSAL

21. This recorder contains a battery. Do not dispose of the battery with other solid waste. The battery is located inside the recorder. To remove the battery, remove the recorder cover by unscrewing the 4 crosshead screws, remove the cover, then break off the battery from the circuit board.

CAUTION: Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Remark: Philips has a strong commitment towards the environment.This recorder has been designed to respect the environment as much as possible.

FCC Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 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 in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.

Note: Any change or modification not expressly approved by Philips of the equipment authorization could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

For additional information or to speak to a representative, please contact the Philips Communication, Security & Imaging location nearest you or visit our web site at www.Philipscsi.com.

(See: Your Guide To Observation)

WARNING:This device is intended for use in public areas only. Surreptitious recording of oral communications is strictly prohibited by U.S. Federal law

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CAUTION

CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN COVERS. NO USER

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING

TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

BATTERY

Front of Recorder

CONTENTS

1 UNPACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

2 SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

3 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

4 CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

4.1 Controls and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

5 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

5.1 Video Connection (Fig 4, Item 3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

5.2 Audio Connection (Fig 4, Item 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

5.3 Using the 12-pin Terminals (Fig 4, Item 4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-7

5.4 VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-8

5.5 Video Cassette Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10

5.6 Normal Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-10

5.7 Normal Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-12

6 Setting the On-Screen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-13

6.1 CLOCK SET UP Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14

6.2 RECORD MODE SET UP Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-14

6.3 TIMER RECORD SET UP Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-16

6.4 REVIEW MODE Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-16

6.5 SYSTEM SET UP Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-17

6.6 SEARCH SET UP Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18

7. SELF-DIAGNOSIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-19

8. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-20

9. MAINTENANCE GUIDE TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-21

10. SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-22

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1 UNPACKING

Unpack carefully. This is electronic equipment and should be handled carefully. Check to ensure that the following items are included:

 Model number of VCR.  This Instruction for Use.

If an item appears to have been damaged in shipment, replace it properly in its carton and notify the shipping agent. If any items are missing, notify your Philips Communication, Security & Imaging Sales Representative or Customer Service. The shipping carton is the safest container in which the unit may be transported. Save it for possible future use.

2 SERVICE

If the unit ever needs repair service, the customer should contact their Dealer or Service Center for return authorization and shipping instructions.

3 DESCRIPTION

When you use a VCR as backup to your observation and monitoring practices, you no longer have to worry about missing a thing. With the RT30A and RT960A Series 30hr and 960hr High Density Video Cassette Recorders you have superior video and audio quality with the versatility to best suit your application needs.

The high density RT30A and RT960A feature gives you double (PAL) / triple (NTSC) the number of picture updates per second than conventional VCRs, ensuring you do not miss any incident, yet keeping the high quality picture. Highly developed compact mechanical components ensure long lasting reliability even with the high speed rewind of less than 70 sec.

The RT30A gives the option of recording events with 6, 18 or 30 hrs of real-time video. The RT960A provides the same real-time video plus up to 960 hrs of time-lapse video. Audio recording and playback is also available in the 6, 18 and 30 hour modes.

Fantastic features like the superimosed on-screen menu in 7 languages provide easy setup. Other features include built-in time/date generator, a built-in back-up battery that provides time/date/settings backup during power loss for up to 2 weeks, joggle shuttle for instant picture retrieval, tape remaining indication and automatic recording after power failure. The list is endless, ensuring that these VCRs can meet your required application specification.

Technically the RT30A and RT960A are the most advanced RealTime video recorders available. V-Sync selection, "videothrough", security-lock, video-loss, Vext-pulse and V-Lock functions are just a few features that will enhance the functions that need special attention.

Alarm detection is operational from the recording or ready modes and will turn on the alarm indicator and "Alarm-On" output. It also inserts an Alarm-Code in the on-screen display for easy location during later alarm search. The selected alarm recording speed can be programmed to continue for a period of 30 seconds, 1, 3, 5, 10 minutes or until tape end.

Whatever your needs are for recording and monitoring, the RT30A and RT960A will provide you with a trouble free, easy-touse advanced real-time video recording for your specific application area.

Features include:

Recording:

 Double (PAL)/Triple (NTSC) Density Video Cassette

Recorder.

 RT30A has three Selectable Recording Speeds (6, 18, 30

hours). RT960A has ten Selectable Recording Speeds (6, 18, 30, 72, 96, 120, 168, 240, 480, 960 hours).

 High speed rewind (less than 70 sec. [E180/T120 tape]).  Alarm recording with selectable duration and selectable

recording speed.

 Recording Check.  On-Screen and On-Tape Time/Date Information.  8 programmable 7-day program timer settings.  Tape remain Information.  Automatic repeat recording.  Automatic recording restart after power loss has been

restored.

 Series recording (when using two or more VCRs).  “Alarm On” Output.  Audio at 6, 18 and 30 hour speeds.

Playback:

 Time-of-Alarm Memory and Alarm Index Search.  High Speed Visual Search.  RT30A has three Playback Speeds (6, 18, 30 hours),

RT960A has ten Playback Speeds (6, 18, 30, 72, 96, 120, 168, 240, 480, 960 hours).

 Still Field, Field-Advance, and Field-Reverse.

Security:

 Built-in rechargeable back-up battery (2 weeks).  Electronic Security Lockout.

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4 CONTROLS

Note: This recorder has a battery to maintain display functions and recording mode within 2 weeks in the event of power loss. When the recorder is received, the unit must be connected to power source for 48 hours to assure the battery has been adequately charged.

Safety

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, turn off the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

Installation Requirements:

 Choose a location in which air can pass through the

ventilation holes in the bottom, top and back of the unit to prevent it from overheating.

 Do not install the unit near sources such as radiators or air

ducts or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibrations or shock.

 Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VCR

because it will adversely affect the performance of the VCR.

 Do not install the unit in an inclined position. The unit is

designed for operation in a horizontal position.

Operation:

 Condensation: If you pour a cold liquid into a glass, water

vapor in the air will condense on the surface of glass. This is the condensation of moisture. Condensation on the head drum, one of the most crucial parts of the VCR, will cause damage to the tape. The VCR should not be operated for at least 2 hours after being moved from a cold to a hot environment to avoid condensation from occurring on the head drum.

Cleaning:

 Be careful: When surface of the case is wiped with a

volatile agent such as benzine, alcohol, thinner, etc., or a chemically processed cloth, the surface finish may be degraded or its coating may peel off.

Repacking:

 It is wise to save the packing materials and box in case you

ever need to ship or store your unit.

4.1 Controls and Functions

Operational Controls:

1. POWER button - Press for on; press again for off. The display window becomes brighter when the VCR is switched on. When you select power off, the timer program is operational if the option has been setup.

2. REC (RECORD) button - Press to begin recording.

3. Cassette loading slot - Cassette tape is inserted in this slot.

4. Shuttle Ring - The shuttle ring is the outer dial. When the VCR is in STOP mode, the shuttle ring can be rotated to the left or right then released, and the VCR will engage in the REWIND or FAST FORWARD function. While in the REWIND or FAST FORWARD mode, the shuttle ring can be rotated and held to engage the LOGIC search mode. Releasing the shuttle ring returns it to the REWIND or FAST FORWARD function. Refer to paragraph 5.6.1 for detailed operation.

5. Jog Ring - The jog ring is the center dial of the jog-shuttle ring. This ring is used to advance or reverse the video by single field when in the still mode. Refer to paragraph

5.6.1 for detailed operation.

6. PLAY button - Press to play back a previously recorded tape. Pressing this button while recording provides confirmation of the recording operation. The tape plays back the last 4 seconds of video then returns to the recording mode.

7. STOP button - Press once to discontinue all tape related functions. Press a second time to eject the cassette.

8. STILL button - When pressed during recording, tape movement stops temporarily. Press again to continue the recording. When pressed during playback, tape movement stops. Press again to advance by still frame. Press the PLAY button to continue playback.

9. CLEAR button - Press to delete the information stored on the screen display, such as Alarm review, Power fail and Timer program. It can also be used to stop the buzzer sound.

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FIG. 1 - RT30A & RT960A FRONT

PHILIPS

High Density Video Cassette Recorder

10. DISPLAY button - Pressing this button toggles between the CLOCK, COUNT and REMAIN displays. CLOCK shows the current time, COUNT shows the incremental counter for recording or playing, and REMAIN indicates the remaining time on the tape.

11. REC/PB SPEED UP- Selects the record/playback tape speed. UP button - Press to select from an ascending order, the record/ playback speed (6H, 18H, 30H...). Menu operation:

+ button - Press to change the value of a

setting on the menu screen.

12. REC/PB SPEED DOWN- Selects the record/playback tape speed. DOWN button - Press to select from a descending order, the record/playback speed (960H, 480H...). Menu operation: - button - Press to change the value of a setting on the menu screen.

13. TRACKING (

↓

)- If noise appears on the screen during playback, press to adjust the tracking during the playback or slow mode. Menu operation:

↓

button - Press to move the cursor down

to the next available option on the menu screen.

14. TRACKING (

→

)- If noise appears on the screen during playback, press to adjust the tracking during the playback or slow mode. Menu operation:

→

button - Press to move to the next

menu screen.

15. V-LOCK button - If a picture is vertically vibrating during still mode or playback, press V-LOCK buttons until the vertical jitter on the Screen is reduced

16. KEY LOCK button - The KEY LOCK setting allows the user to prevent changes to the setting. The VCR stays in the current mode. Press again to unlock.

17. MENU button - Press to display and change the settings of the VCR while viewing on the video monitor.

Display Window:

1. VCR Speed indicator - Displays the selected VCR speed, A6, A18, A30, 72, 96 etc….(A = Audio)

2. ALARM indicator ALARM appears during alarm recording. ALARM flashes when alarm recording ends or acknowledged.

3. SERIES indicator - Lights when you use two or more VCRs in series.

4. REC indicator - Lights when recording.

5. TIMER indicator - Lights when the timer recording mode is operating.

6. CASSETTE indicator - Lights when a cassette is loaded in the VCR.

7. INDEX indicator - Lights when scanning for playback detection of alarm events.

8. P.FAIL indicator - Lights when the VCR power had failed.

9. K.LOCK indicator - Lights when the key lock function is operational.

10. REPEAT indicator - Lights when repeat recording option is selected.

11. FUNCTION indicator - Displays the time, counter, remain indication.

12. VCR indicator - Displays the current VCR operational function as listed in the table below:

VCR Indication

PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

REVERSE PLAYBACK . . . . . . . . .

STILL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FAST FORWARD . . . . . . . . . . . .

REWIND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FORWARD SLOW/

FIELD ADVANCE . . . . . . . . . . . .

REVERSE SLOW/

FIELD ADVANCE . . . . . . . . . . . .

CUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

REVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TIMER RECORDING . . . . . . . . .

ALARM INDEX SEARCH . . . . . .

ALARM RECORDING . . . . . . . .

SERIES RECORDING . . . . . . . . .

DOUBLE-SPEED PLAY . . . . . . . .

REVERSE TRIPLE-SPEED PLAY .

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FIG. 2 DISPLAY WINDOW

Rear Connection Panel

1. POWER CORD - Connect to correct power supply.

2. AUDIO IN/OUT - Accepts an audio signal from a camera, external sound equipment or another recorder (Line: –6 dBm, 47 kOhm, unbalanced). Provides an audio output for a monitor or another VCR (–9 dBm,

1.5 kOhm, unbalanced).

3. VIDEO IN/OUT - IN - Receives video signal from a video camera or another VCR. OUT - For connection to monitor.

4. 12-PIN TERMINAL - Provides inputs/outputs for operational use: Pin 1 – Alarm IN Pin 3- Alarm OUT Pin 5 – Series IN Pin 6 – Series OUT Pin 8 – VEXT Pin 10 – Tape end OUT Pin 11 – 1-Shot record IN Pins 2, 4, 7, 9, 12 - GND

5. RESET - Press to reset the VCR.

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FIG. 3 - RT30A & RT960A REAR

TERMINAL FUNCTION SIGNAL LEVEL IN/OUT

1. ALARM IN VIH: 4-5V VIL: 0--.6V, T : above 500 msec. INPUT

3. ALARM OUT VOH: 4-5V VOL: 0--.6V, T : Alarm rec. state OUTPUT

5. SERIES IN VIH: 4-5V VIL: 0--.6V, T : above 500 msec. INPUT

6. SERIES OUT VOH: 4-5V VOL: 0--.6V, T : above 500 msec. OUTPUT

8. VEXT VOH: 4-5V VOL: 0--.6V, T : above 500 msec. OUTPUT

10. TAPE END OUT VOH: 4-5V VOL: 0--.6V, T : above 500 msec. OUTPUT end of tape or low tape or DECK error

11. 1-SHOT REC IN VIH: 4-5V VIL: 0--.6V, T : above 500 msec. INPUT

2, 4, 7, 9, 12. GND OV COMMON

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