Philips TC8278X, TC8277X, TC8275X User Manual

TC8275 Series
TC8277 Series
TC8278 Series

VidQuad

®

Color Video Processors

Philips
Communication &
Security Systems

Instructions for Use

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the unit is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the unit and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near water - for example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, near a swimming pool, in an unprotected outdoor
installation, or any area which is classified as a wet location.

8. Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, tripod,
bracket, or mount.The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a person
and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a stand, tripod, bracket,
or mount recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product.Any mounting of the unit should follow the
manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.

9. Ventilation - Openings in the enclosure, if any, are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect
it from overheating.These openings must not be blocked or covered.
This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered to.

10. Power Sources - This unit 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 you plan to use, consult your appliance
dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. Grounding or Polarization - This unit may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider
than the other).This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

Alternately, this unit may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin.This plug will only fit into a
grounding-type power outlet.This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.

12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.

13. Power Lines - An outdoor system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.When
installing an outdoor system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal. U.S.A. models only - refer to the National Electrical
Code Article 820 regarding installation of CATV systems.

14. Overloading - Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

15. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this
unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the unit.

16. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug the unit from the outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled,or objects have fallen into the unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions.Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal

operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance--this

indicates a need for service.

18. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required,be sure
the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
hazards.

19. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that
the unit is in proper operating condition.

20. Coax Grounding - If an outside cable system is connected to the unit,
be sure the cable system is grounded. U.S.A. models only--Section 810
of the National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA No.70-1981, provides
information with respect to proper grounding of the mount and
supporting structure, grounding of the coax to a discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

21. Lightning - For added protection of this unit during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system.This
will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line
surges.

FCC & ICES INFORMATION

(U.S.A. and Canadian Models Only)

WARNING - 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
and ICES-003 of Industry Canada.These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated 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.

Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance shall not be made.Any
such changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.

The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve
Radio-TV Interference Problems".This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office,Washington, DC 20402, Stock
No.004-000-00345-4.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This label may appear on the bottom of the unit due to space limitations.

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.

Attention: Installation should be performed by qualified
service personnel only in accordance with the National
Electrical Code or applicable local codes.

Power Disconnect. Units with or without ON-OFF switches
have power supplied to the unit whenever the power cord is
inserted into the power source; however, the unit is operational
only when the ON-OFF switch is in the ON position. The
power cord is the main power disconnect for all units.

Battery Replacement Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instructions.

External Power Supplies

Use only the Recommended Power Supplies. Power supplies
must comply with the requirements of the latest version of IEC
65/VDE 0860. Substitutions may damage the unit or cause a fire
or shock hazard.

SECURITE

En raison de limitation de place, cette étiquette peut être placée sur le
dessous de l'appareil.

L'éclair fléché dans un triangle équilatéral, avertit l'utilisateur de
la présence d'une "tension dangereuse" non isolée à l'intérieur
de l'appareil et d'une valeur suffisante pour constituer un risque
d'électrocution.

Le point d'exclamation contenu dans un triangle équilatéral,
avertit l'utilisateur de la présence, dans la documentation qui
accompagne l'appareil, de consignes d'utilisation et de
maintenance importantes.

Attention: L'installation doit être effectuée uniquement par du
personnel de service qualifié conformément à la réglementation
du Code Electrique National ou à la réglementation locale.

Disjonction de l'alimentation. Les appareils avec ou sans
commutateurs ON-OFF sont alimentés à chaque fois que le
cordon d'alimentation est branché à la source d'alimentation;
toutefois, les appareils disposant de commutateurs ON-OFF ne
fonctionnnent que lorsque le commutateur ON-OFF est sur la
position ON. Le cordon d'alimentation est la disjonction
d'alimentation principale pour tous les appareils.

Changement de piles - Attention!

Danger d'explosion si le changement de pile n'est pas effectué
correctement. N'utilisez que des piles du même type ou d'un
type équivalent recommandé par le fabricant.Veuillez respecter
les consignes du fabricant lorsque vous jetez les piles usagées.

Sources d'alimentation extérieures

Utiliser uniquement les sources d'alimentation recommandées.
Les sources d'alimentation doivent être conformes aux
réglementations de la dernière version IEC 65/VDE 0860.Toute
modification peut endommager l'appareil ou provoquer un
incendie ou un choc électrique.

Warning:To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose units not specifically designed for
outdoor use to rain or moisture.

Attention: Pour éviter le risque
d'électrocution ou d'incendie, ne pas exposer
à la pluie ou à l'humidité un appareil non
conçu pour une utilisation extérieure.

CAUTION

RISK O F ELECTRIC

SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN!

Caution: To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
do not open covers. No user serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE.

NE PAS O UVRIR.

Danger: Pour ‚éviter tout risque d'électrocution, ne pas
ouvrir le boîtier. Il n'y a pas de pièces remplaçables à
l'intérieur. Pour toute révision, s'adresser à un
technicien spécialisé.

SICHERHEITSVORKEHRUNGEN

Aus Platzgründen kann diese Warnung auf der Unterseite des Gerätes
angebracht sein.

Das Blitzsymbol im gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Benutzer auf
nicht isolierte “Hochspannung” im Gehäuse aufmerksam
machen, die eventuell stark genug ist, um einen elektrischen
Schlag zu verursachen.

Das Ausrufezeichen im gleichseitigen Dreieck soll den Benutzer
auf wichtige Bedienungs- und Wartungsanleitungen in der dem
Gerät beigefügten Literatur aufmerksam machen.

Achtung! Die Installation sollte nur von qualifiziertem
Kundendienstpersonal gemäß jeweilig zutreffender
Elektrovorschriften ausgeführt werden.

Netzanschluß. Geräte mit oder ohne Netzschalter haben
Spannung am Gerät anliegen, sobald der Netzstecker in die
Steckdose gesteckt wird. Das Gerät ist jedoch nur
betriebsbereit, wenn der Netzschalter (EIN/AUS) auf EIN steht.
Wenn man das Netzkabel aus der Steckdose zieht, dann ist die
Spannungszuführung zum Gerät vollkommen unterbrochen.

Vorsicht beim Austauschen von Batterien

Wird die Batterie unsachgemäß ausgetauscht, besteht
Explosionsgefahr. Batterien stets nur durch gleiche oder
gleichwertige vom Hersteller empfohlene ersetzen. Gebrauchte
Batterien gemäß Anweisungen des Herstellers entsorgen.

Externe Netzgeräte
Nur vom Hersteller empfohlene Netzgeräte verwenden! Die

Netzgeräte müssen der jeweils gültigen Version der IEC 65/VDE
0860 Bestimmungen entsprechen.Andere Ersatznetzgeräte
können das vorliegende Gerät beschädigen und Feuer oder
Elektroschlag bewirken.

PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

Debido a limitaciones de espacio, esta etiqueta puede aparecer en la parte
inferior de la unidad.

El símbolo representado por un relámpago con punta de flecha
dentro de un triángulo equilátero,se muestra con el objetivo de
alertar al usuario que existen "voltages peligrosos" sin
aislamiento, dentro de la cubierta de la unidad. Dichos voltages
pueden ser de tal magnitud que constituyen un riesgo de
choque eléctrico a personas.

El símbolo de exclamación dentro de un triángulo equilátero,se
muestra con el objetivo de alertar al ususario de que
instrucciones de operación y mantenimiento importantes
acompañan al equipo.

Atención: La instalación de este equipo debe ser realizada por
personal capacitado, solo en acuerdo, y en cumplimiento de
normas del "National Electric Code" (Código Eléctrico
Nacional) ó las normas del Gobierno Nacional Local.

Para Desconectar la Alimentación: Unidades no equipadas
con interruptores ON/OFF, son alimentadas cuando el cable de
alimentación es conectado a la corriente eléctrica. Las unidades
equipadas con interruptores son alimentadas de igual forma,
pero adicionalmente requieren que el interruptor esté
posicionado en ON. El cable de alimentación es el medio
principal de desconexión del equipo.

Advertencia Reposicíon de Batería

Peligo de explosíon si la batería es reemplazada
incorrectamente. Reemplaze solamente con la misma batería ó
equivalente recomendada por el fabricante. Deseche las baterías
usadas de acuerdo con las instruccíones del fabricante.

Fuentes de Alimentación Externas

Usar solo las fuentes de alimentación recomendadas. Las fuentes
de alimentación deben cumplir con los requisitos de la versión
más reciente de la IEC 65/VDE 0860. El uso de substitutos
puede dañar la unidad, ó crear peligro de incendio o choque
eléctrico.

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Warnung
Um Feuer oder elektrische Schläge zu vermeiden,setzen

Sie das Gerät niemals Regen oder Feuchtigkeit aus.

Peligro
Para evitar el peligro de incendio ó choque eléctrico, no

exponga a la lluvia ó humedad, equipos que no han sido
para uso exterior.

VORSICHT

RISIKO EINES ELEKTRISCH EN

SCHLAGES NICHT ÖFFNEN!

VORSICHT: Um einen elektrischen schlag zu vermeiden,
abdeckung nicht entfernen. Wartungen aller art
qualifiziertem personal überlassen.

PRECAUCION

RIESGO DE CHOQUE

ELECTRICO . ¡NO ABRIR!

Precaucion: Para Reducir El Riesgo De Choque Eléctrico,
Favor No Abrir La Cubierta. Este Equipo No Consta De
Piezas O Partes Que Requieren Servicio O Mantenimiento.
Para Reparaciones Favor Referirse A Un Técnico Calificado.

CONTENTS

1 UNPACKING

Unpack carefully.This is electronic equipment and should be
handled carefully.

Check for the following items:

• Model No. of unit.

• One cable with a 15-pin connector on one end. Supplied
only with TC8277 Series and TC8278 Series models.

If an item appears to have been damaged in shipment,
replace it properly in its carton and notify the shipper. If any
items are missing, notify your Philips Communication &
Security Systems Inc. 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 the nearest Philips Communication & Security
Systems Inc. Service Center for authorization to return and
shipping instructions.

Service Centers

U.S.A. & Canada: 800-366-2283
Mexico & Central America: 52-5-564-2726
Europe & Middle East: 44-1932-765666
South America: 54-1-956-0837
Australia: 61-2-888-9000
New Zealand: 64-4-237-7297

WARNING: Electrostatic-sensitive device. Use
proper CMOS/MOSFET handling precautions to
avoid electrostatic discharge.

NOTE:Grounded wrist straps must be worn and
proper ESD safety precautions observed when
handling the electrostatic-sensitive printed circuit
boards.

3 DESCRIPTION

These video processors digitally capture the full video from
color or monochrome sources, reduces these images to
quarter-screen size, and combines them to provide a
monochrome or color quad display on a single monitor
while retaining all color information.

The TC8275 Series has four terminated camera inputs and
one monitor output. A fixed color quad display is provided
on the unit's monitor output, with no on-screen text or
status indications. It has no alarm inputs or other status I/O,
and there are no front panel controls.

The full-featured four channel TC8277 Series and eight
channel TC8278 Series have looping camera inputs and a
VCR input, plus two monitor outputs. Both monitor
outputs have switching capability and both include on-screen
text display capability for camera ID and titles, date and
time, and status indications. Alarm inputs and status I/O is
provided. The TC8277 and TC8278 units are user
programmable via on-screen menus.

The TC8278 eight channel quad displays all eight reduced
images on a single monitor by sequencing two paged color
quad displays.

4 INSTALLATION

4.1 Power

Model Rated Voltage Nominal Power
No.

1

Voltage Range at Rated Voltage

TC8275 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz 108 to 132 15 W
TC8275X 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz 195.5 to 253 15 W
TC8277 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz 108 to 132 15 W
TC8277X 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz 195.5 to 253 15 W
TC8278 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz 108 to 132 15 W
TC8278X 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz 195.5 to 253 15 W

1. The model number and operating voltage are shown on the bottom of
the unit. These units are supplied with grounded power cords;
grounding must not be defeated.

4.2 Mounting

These units are supplied as desk top units. For rack
mounting, the LTC 9101/00 Rack Kit is available. These units
are half-rack units.

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1 UNPACKING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

2 SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

3 DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

4 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

4.1 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

4.2 Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

4.3 Cover Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.3 Démontage du Couvercle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.3 Entfernung der Abdeckung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.3 Desensamble de la Cubierta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.4 Video Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.5 Monitor Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

4.6 Alarm Inputs and Output

(Accessory Output) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

4.7 Alarm Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

4.8 Alarm Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

5 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

5.1 Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

5.2 Monitor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

5.3 Alarm Input Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

6 ILLUSTRATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

ATTENTION

OBSER VE PRECAUTIO NS

FOR HANDLING

ELEC TRO S TATIC

SENSITIVE DEVICES