Gyyr TLC2100-S16 User manual

TLC2100-S16
Operating Instructions

WARNING: To pevent fire or electrical shock, Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
ADVERTENCIA: Par evitar incendios o choques no elécticos, exponga este equipo a la lluvia ni a la humedad.
MISE EN GARDE : Afin de réduire les risques d'incendie et d'électrocution, éviter d'exposer cet appareil àla pluie ou àl'humidité.
CAUTION - PRECAUCIÓN - ATTENTION
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK - DO NOT OPEN!
RIESGO DE CHOQUE ELÉCTRICO ¡NO SE ABRA!
RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR !
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
El símbolo de exclamación dentro de un triángulo equilátero tiene la intención de
avisar al usuario de la presencia de instrucciones importantes de operación y
mantenimiento (servicio) en la información impresa que acompaña al equipo.
Le symbole représentant un point d'exclamation dans un triangle l'utilisateur de
la équilatéral avertit présence de directives importantes d'utilisation et d'entretien
dans la documentation accompagnant cet appareil.
Thelightningflashwiththearrowheadsymbol,withinanequilateral
triangle,is intended to alert the user tothe 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.
El símbolo de rayo eléctrico con punta de flecha dentro de un triángulo
equilátero, tiene la intención de avisar al usuario de la presencia de “voltaje
peligroso”noaislado dentro de la caja del productoquepuede ser de magnitud
suficiente para constituir un riesgo de choque eléctrico a personas.
Le symbole représentant un éclair terminé par une flèche, dans un triangle
équilatéral, avertit l'utilisateur de la présence d'une “tension dangereuse” non
isolée à l'intérieur de l'appareil. Le voltage de cette tension peut être suffisant
pour constituer un risque d'incendie ou d'électrocution.
The information in this document is subject to
change without notice.
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No part of this document may be photocopied,
reproduced, or translated into another language
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© 2000 Gyyr, Inc. All rights reserved.
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION! To prevent electric shock do not remove cover. No user serviceable components inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
¡PRECAUCIÓN! Para evitar choques eléctricos, no quite la cubierta. No contiene componentes reparables por el usuario. Para reparaciones, llame al personal
deservicio calificado.
ATTENTION! Afin de réduire le risquéd'électrocution, ne pas enlever le couvercle. Cet appareil ne renferme aucune piéce que pelt réparer l'utilisateur. Faire
appel àdu personnel qualifiépour les réparations.
La información contenida en este documento está
sujeta a cambio sin previo aviso. GYYR®es una
marca comercial registrada de Gyyr, Inc.
Estáprohibida la reproducción, el fotocopiado o la
traducción a otro idioma de cualquier parte de este
documento sin el permiso escrito de Gyyr, Inc.
© 2000 Gyyr, Inc. Todos los derechos reservados.
Les renseignements contenus dans ce document
peuvent être modifiés sans préavis.
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Il est interdit de photocopier et de reproduire ce
document ou de le traduire dans une autre
langue sans le consentement écrit de Gyyr, Inc.
© 2000 Gyyr, Inc. Tous droits réservés
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WARNING - ADVERTENCIA --
--
- MISE EN GARDE
This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Este aparato digital de la clase A cumple con las regulaciones canadienses ICES-003
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme àla norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IMPORTANT NOTE - NOTA IMPORTANTE - REMARQUE IMPORTANTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A 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 cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will
be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
A través de las pruebas realizadas con este equipo se comprobóque cumple con los límites establecidos para dispositivos digitales de Clase A, acorde
con la parte 15 de las normas de la FCC. Estos límites se han diseñado para proporcionar un grado razonable de protección contra interferencias perjudiciales
cuando se utiliza el equipo en un entorno comercial. Este equipo genera, utiliza y puede radiar energía de radiofrecuencia y, si no se instala y utiliza acorde
con el manual de instrucciones, puede causar interferencias perjudiciales para las comunicaciones por radio. Es muy probable que la utilización de este
equipo en un área residencial cause interferencias perjudiciales. En este caso, el usuario debe eliminar las interferencias por sus propios medios.
Los cambios o modificaciones que no estén aprobados expresamente por la parte responsable del cumplimiento podrían invalidar la autoridad del
usuario para operar este equipo.
Cet équipement a été testéet certifiéconforme aux limites établies pour un équipement numérique de classe A, conformément au paragraphe 15 des règlements
FCC. Ces limites ont été établies afin de fournir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles en cas d’utilisation de cet équipement en
environnement commercial. Cet équipement crée, utilise et peut émettre des radiofréquences qui, s’il n’est pas installéet utiliséconformément aux
instructions, peuvent provoquer des interférences nuisibles aux communications radio. L’utilisation de cet équipement en environnement résidentiel peut
causer des interférences nuisibles, auquel cas le propriétaire dudit équipement est tenu de corriger le problème d’interférence àses frais.
Deschangements ou desmodifications non expressément agréées par la partie responsable de laconformitépeut annuler l’autorisationde l’utilisateur
àemployer l’équipement.

STOP!REMOVE THIS CARD AND KEEP IN A SECURE PLACE.
THIS RECORDER HAS A CONCEALED SECURITY LOCK TO
RESTRICT UNAUTHORIZED USAGE OF THIS RECORDER.
Dealer Card
NEXT & UP
BUTTONS
TO SET SECURITY LOCK (Locks out access to VCR functions)
Step 1. Press the NEXT and UP buttons at the same time.
Step 2. Check the digital display. The "Lock" Annunciator will light when the lock is activated. "L" will
appear below the Alarm Counter of the TIME/DATE stamp on the monitor.
Step 3. To deactivate security lock, press the NEXT and UP buttons at the same time. The "Lock"
annunciator will no longer be lit in the display. "L" will disappear from the TIME/DATE stamp
on the monitor.
LOCK ANNUNCIATOR
RESET
HOLES
End User Card
TAB TAPE END
INDEX
ALARM
TIMER HD
SPEED
LOCK
REC
0 0 0 0 0
000
12-07-99 PL TUE A04
08:28:44A 30 T L
THE VERY FIRST TIME YOU POWER-UP YOUR VCR, PERFORM A MASTER RESET
TO PERFORM A MASTER RESET
The MASTER RESET function is performed by inserting a pointed object into each of the Reset holes at
the same time. This is used to perform a MASTER RESET for abnormal Time Lapse system operations
such as T/D DISPLAY, Speed Select, etc. All programmable features must be reprogrammed after
reset. A MASTER RESET tool is supplied with this unit.
This unit is also equipped with a SYSTEM RESET function. The SYSTEM RESET function will NOT
change any of the menu settings. See "Tape Adjustment Controls: System Reset" for further information.
Note: A SYSTEM RESET may also be performed for Mecha Lock, Cyl Lock & Reel Lock. For more
information, contact factory.
LOCK INDICATOR IN
TIME/DATE STAMP
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In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in
the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the
design of every instrument. But safety is your responsibility, too.
These pages list important information that will help to assure
proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder and accessory
equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video
product and keep it in a handy place for future reference.
• USE HIGH QUALITY HIGH GRADE VHS CASSETTES - This product
can be used in a mercantile bank to provide positive visual identification
of suspects by recording surveillance video camera images and time and
date information onto permanent magnetic media (video tape). The time-
lapse video cassette recorder and all other components of the
surveillance system must be properly installed, tested, and maintained
to fulfill this function. Carefully follow the instructions presented here and
elsewhere in the manual.
High resolution time lapse recording requires a high quality high grade
tape for satisfactory performance. Some brands of tape can have an
adverse effect on video head performance and head life. The following
brands have been found to meet our critical specifications:
GYYR BASF MAXELL TDK
• READ INSTRUCTIONS - Read all of the safety and operating
instructions before operating the equipment.
• RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - Retain the safety and operating instructions
for future reference.
• HEED WARNINGS - Adhere to all warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions.
• FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - Adhere to all of the “operating and use”
instructions.
• GROUNDING - Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.This video product is equipped with a 3-wire
grounding- type plug (plug having a third pin for grounding.) 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 your outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet.
• POWER SOURCES - Operate this video product only from the type of
power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of
power being used, consult your video dealer or local power company.
• OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall units and extension cords, as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Frayed power cords,
damaged or cracked wire insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous.
Periodically examine the cord and replace it if appearance indicates
damage or deteriorated insulation.
• POWER PLUG PROTECTION - Route the power-supply cords so they
cannot be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them.
Pay attention to cords at the plug, convenience receptacles, and the
point where the cord exits from the video product.
• VENTILATION - Do not block the slots and openings in the cabinet, or
place the video product on a bed, soft rug, or other similar surface.
These openings are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. This
video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been followed.
• ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments other than those specifically
recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
Caution
Maintain electrical safety. Power operated equipment or accessories
connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA
certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been
modified so as to defeat the safety features. This helps avoid any
potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact
qualified service personnel.
Important Safeguards
• TO PREVENT SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE. If you spill liquid on the unit, consult authorized
service personnel. Moisture can damage internal parts. Do not use this
recorder near sources of water.
• ACCESSORIES - Do not place this video
product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The video product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and
serious damage to the appliance. Use only with
a manufacturer recommended cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. If mounting the video
product follow the manufacturer’s instructions
and mounting accessory.
Move an appliance and cart combination with
care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
• CLEANING THE OUTSIDE SURFACES - Unplug this video product from
the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning.
• 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 out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
• SERVICING - Do not service this video product yourself. Opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
• CONDITIONS REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this video product from
the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
- When the power cord or plug is damaged.
- If liquid has been spilled into the video product.
- If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
- If the video product does not operate normally after following the
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions. The adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the video product to its normal operation.
- If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
- When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.
• 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 and void the warranty.
• SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the video product is in safe operating condition.
• IMPORTANT NOTE TO THE INSTALLER -This installation should be
made by a qualified service person and should conform to all local
codes.
In order to provide this product with protection against risk of
unintentional operation by employees, customers, janitors and cleaners
working on the premises, and from falling objects, building vibrations and
similar causes, it is recommended:
- This product be enclosed in a tamper-resistant lock box. Make sure
that the lock box is well ventilated or maintained with an air cooling
system.
- That security locking procedures described on the detachable card at
the front of this manual be followed.

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GETTING STARTED
Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 1
CONTROLS
Introduction .............................................................................................................................2
Front Panel Controls ...............................................................................................................3
Cassette Compartment and Eject Button .........................................................................3
Tape and Picture Adjustment Controls .............................................................................3
Play/Record Operation Controls .......................................................................................4
Programming Operation Controls .....................................................................................5
Position and Alarm Controls .............................................................................................5
Timer and Miscellaneous Controls ...................................................................................6
Digital Display .........................................................................................................................7
Rear Panel Functions .............................................................................................................9
Installation .............................................................................................................................11
Video and 15-Pin Connector Installation ........................................................................11
Audio Installation.............................................................................................................12
Record Check Function ........................................................................................................13
Alarm Index Operation ..........................................................................................................14
MENUS
Menu Tree .............................................................................................................................15
To Move and Edit in the Menus ......................................................................................16
Main Menu ............................................................................................................................17
Time/Date Submenu .......................................................................................................17
Example of Setting the Clock and Navigating a Menu .............................................18
Display Options Submenu ..............................................................................................19
System Code.............................................................................................................19
Record Display Options Submenu ............................................................................20
Record Text Positions Submenu ...............................................................................21
Spot Display Options Submenu ................................................................................22
Spot Text Positions Submenu ...................................................................................22
Tape Search/Management Submenu .............................................................................23
Time/Date Search Submenu ....................................................................................24
Transaction Search Submenu ...................................................................................24
T/D and Trans. Search Submenu ..............................................................................25
Encoding Options Submenu .....................................................................................25
Tape Management Overview ....................................................................................26
Tape Management Submenu..............................................................................27
TMS Interaction with Other VCR Features..........................................................29
System Options Submenu ..............................................................................................30
7-Day Timer Program Submenu .....................................................................................31
Copy/Repeat All Days Submenu ..............................................................................32
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Alarms Submenu ............................................................................................................33
Alarm Memory Submenu ..........................................................................................33
Alarm Memory Browse Submenu .............................................................................34
Alarm Inputs Submenu .............................................................................................34
Alarm Sequencing Submenu ....................................................................................35
Day (Night) Alarm Function Submenu ................................................................36
Day (Night) Alarm Sequence Submenu ........................................................38
Day (Night) Alarm Sequence Submenu (Homed Cameras) .........................39
Day (Night) Alarm Priority Submenu ...................................................................40
Alarm Record Options Submenu ........................................................................40
Switcher Programming Submenu ...................................................................................41
Timer Mode Submenu ..............................................................................................41
Day (Night) Rec Sequence Submenu.......................................................................42
Day (Night) Spot Sequence Submenu .....................................................................42
Camera Titles Submenu ...........................................................................................43
Camera Phasing Submenu.......................................................................................44
RS-232 Submenu ...........................................................................................................45
MP Port Submenu .....................................................................................................45
Configure Serial Submenu..................................................................................45
Address Select Submenu ...................................................................................46
Sync to ATM Time Submenu...............................................................................47
ATM Text Formatter Submenu.............................................................................48
Standard Formatter Submenu ......................................................................48
Custom Formatter Submenu .........................................................................50
MultiLink/Remote Port Submenu ..............................................................................52
Remote Terminal Interface Commands...............................................................52
System Data Submenu ...................................................................................................60
APPENDICES
Appendix A: External Interface: 15-Pin “D” Connector Pinout ..............................................61
Appendix B: Remote Control Feature ...................................................................................63
Appendix C: Warning Codes .................................................................................................64
Appendix D: Periodic Maintenance.......................................................................................66
Appendix E: Troubleshooting ................................................................................................67
Appendix F: Specifications ...................................................................................................69

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Typical Security System
with ATM
IN OUT
AUDIO
123 45678
910111213
14 15 16
MP PORT RS-232 REMOTE EXTERNAL FUNCTIONS
SPOT
OUT VCR
OUT
ALARMS
5V
IN IN
12
Video Camera Monitor
EZ Bank ATM
Video Out
Video In Alarm Port
Alarm Panel
Automated
Teller Machine
This diagram depicts a typical installation at a security system site.
For detailed installation and rear panel interface information, see
the "Rear Panel Functions"and "Installation" sections of this
document.

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GETTING STGETTING ST
GETTING STGETTING ST
GETTING STARAR
ARAR
ARTEDTED
TEDTED
TED
If you have never used a time-lapse recorder system before, this section will explain
what you need to do to get started.
Besides your time-lapse recorder, you will need the following equipment:
• a video camera
• analog monitor (VCR Out) and a spot monitor
• cablesforthecameraandmonitor(typicallythesearecoaxcableswithBNCconnectors)
• a T-120 or T-130 VHS video tape. We recommend Gyyr, BASF, Maxell, and TDK
tapes.
• power sources for the VCR, camera, and monitor
Before connecting any piece of equipment to a power source, make the following
connections:
• connect cameras to the VCR's Video In connectors
• connect the analog monitor to the VCR's Video Out connector
• connect the Spot monitor to the Spot Out connector
• plug in all of your equipment to their power sources. This VCR unit connects into a
120 VAC wall outlet
• Theveryfirsttimeyoupower-upyourVCR,performaMasterReset.Theprocedure
for performing a Master Reset is on the detachable “Stop” page at the beginning of
this manual.
• insert a video tape into the unit
Yourmonitor should now display yourcamera's image. You will also see aTime/Date
display on the monitor with its factory default setting. A message will be displayed at
the bottom of the monitor screen: “Set Clock“.
If you wish to program the Time/Date Display, see “Time/Date Submenu” section of
this manual. A step-by-step description is covered in that section.
You will also notice that the letters “PL” are flashing in the Time/Date display. “PL”
standsforPowerLoss.Toremove“PL”fromthe display, simply press the Alarm Reset
button. However, be aware as you learn about the more advanced functions of your
VCR,thatpressingtheAlarmResetbuttonwhen“PL”isnotblinking,willalsoclearthe
alarm memory.
IfyouwishtodisplaytheVCR'sOn-ScreenMenus,presstheProg.button.Information
aboutalltheProgrammingButtonsisfoundinthe“FrontPanelControls”sectionofthis
manual.InformationabouttheVCR'sOn-ScreenMenusisfoundinthe“Menus”section
of this manual.
IfyouwishtolearnmoreabouttheFrontPanelControls,youmightbeginwiththePlay/
Record Operation Controls. Information about these controls is found in the “Front
Panel Controls” section of this manual. These controls are somewhat similar in opera-
tion to those of a home VCR.
As you are operating your recorder, keep an eye on the Digital Display and become
familiarwiththevariousindicators.Thisdisplaywillbecomeinvaluableasyoubecome
more comfortable with the operation of your recorder.
To learn more about the Tape Search and Management features, refer to the “Tape
Search and Management” section.
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SHARPNESS 2-A24HR
TRACKING SLOW TRACKING VLOCK PREV. DOWN V-POS H-POS ALARM INDEX ALARM RESET
COUNTER
RESET REC / PLAY HOURS TIMER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
S
PROG. NEXT UP
EJECT
REC
FIELD
REV STILL FIELD FWD
REVERSE
PLAY REW/ SEARCH F. F W D / SEARCH
STOP PLAY
ABC
INTRODUCTION
Front Panel with Control Compartment Open
CONTROLS
SHARPNESS 2-A24HR
TRACKING SLOW TRACKING VLOCK PREV. DOWN V-POS H-POS ALARM INDEX ALARM RESET
COUNTER
RESET REC / PLAY HOURS TIMER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
S
PROG. NEXT UP
EJECT
REC
FIELD
REV STILL FIELD FWD
REVERSE
PLAY REW/ SEARCH F. FWD/ SEARCH
STOP PLAY
ABC
Record / Play
Operations
Controls
Tape and Picture
Adjustment Controls Programming and Timer
Operations Controls
Digital Display
Cassette
Compartment
Tape
Eject
Button
Gently pull forward
here to open panel
Front Panel with Control Compartment Closed

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Cassette
Compartment and
Eject Button
1 FRONT PANEL LOADING CASSETTE COMPARTMENT
Insert either a S-VHS video tape cassette or VHS video tape cassette into this
compartment. This unit can automatically detect which type of tape is inserted.
2 TAPE EJECT BUTTON
Press to remove the cassette. The Eject Button will not operate in the RECORD
mode.
3 SEE “STOP” INSERT CARD AT FRONT OF THE MANUAL
4 SYSTEM RESET
Insertaresettoolinto this hole (marked “S“)toresetunitwithout changing menu
settings. This function will reset the unit for warning errors (see Appendix C:
Warning Codes“).
5 SHARPNESS
Use this control to adjust picture sharpness during playback.
6 2-A24 HOUR TRACKING/6-A30 HOUR TRACKING
Adjust to optimize the picture quality during playback speeds of 2 to A24 hours
for normal play and 6 to A30 hours in the High-Density (HD) mode.
7 SLOW TRACKING
Adjusttooptimizethepicturequalityduringslowplaybackspeeds,thatis,speeds
of 24 hours and over for normal play and speeds of 30 hours and over in the HD
mode.
8 V-LOCK
Adjust this control to reduce vertical jitter in the STILL mode.
Tape and Picture
Adjustment
Controls
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
12
SHARPNESS 2-A24HR
TRACKING SLOW TRACKING VLOCK PREV. DOWN V-POS H-POS ALARM INDEX ALARM RESET
COUNTER
RESET REC / PLAY HOURS TIMER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
S
PROG. NEXT UP
EJECT
REC
FIELD
REV STILL FIELD FWD
REVERSE
PLAY REW/ SEARCH F. FWD/ SEARCH
STOP PLAY
ABC
4 5 678 3
SHARPNESS 2-A24HR
TRACKING SLOW TRACKING VLOCK
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9 FIELD REVERSE
Press to reverse the tape by one field in the STILL playback mode.
10 STILL
Press to temporarily stop tape motion in the PLAY mode.
11 FIELD FORWARD
Press to advance the tape one field in the STILL playback mode.
12 REVERSE PLAY
Press to play recorded material at 02, 72, 120, 180, 240, 360, 480, 600, 720, or 960
hours during the PLAY mode.
13 REWIND/SEARCH
Press to rewind. If pressed during PLAY mode, the recorder will perform a high
speedreverseplayback(search).Searchspeedsarevariableandselectable.Seethe
“System Options: Search Speed”section of this manual for more information.
14 FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
Press to activate fast forward. If pressed during PLAY mode, the recorder will
perform a high speed forward playback (search). Search speeds are variable and
selectable. See “System Options: Search Speed”section of this manual for more
information.
15 STOP
Press to stop the tape. This button must be pressed to end the RECORD mode.
16 PLAY
Presstoplayrecordedmaterial.PLAYspeedsare02,A18,A24,24,48,72,120,180,
240, 360, 480, 600, 720, and 960 hours. The Play button is also used for the Record
Check function. See the “Record Check”section of this manual for more informa-
tion.
17 RECORD
Press to start recording. RECORD speeds are 02, 18, 24, 48, 72, 120, 180, 240, 360,
480, 600, 720, and 960 hours.
Play/Record
Operations
Controls
Follow this procedure for the
best results when reviewing a
time-lapse recorded tape:
1.With the VCR in PLAY(#16),
and without a particular event
in mind, place the VCR in the
2-hour speed. This is the
fastest playback speed and
can usually be used quickly to
locate an event.
2. Once an event has been
identified, slow the unit to 24-
hour, 48-hour or any other
slower speed. These slower
speeds will allow close
examination of the situation
and ample time to react.
3.SelecttheSTILL(#10)mode
to stop the tape. Use FIELD
FWD (#11) or FIELD REV (#9)
to get the exact field you wish
to review.
10
EJECT
REC
FIELD
REV STILL FIELD FWD
REVERSE
PLAY REW/ SEARCH F. FWD/ SEARCH
119
12 13 14
15 16
17
REC
STOP PLAY

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Programming
Operation
Controls
Position and
Alarm Controls
23 V-POS (VERTICAL POSITION) BUTTON
Press repeatedly to control the vertical position of the Time/Date display. Moves
display through 7 positions of the monitor screen. This function works only with
theSpot monitor inmost modes;however, when inthe Preview mode, it operates
only with the VCR output.
24 H-POS (HORIZONTAL POSITION) BUTTON
Press repeatedly to control the horizontal position of the Time/Date display. As
with the V-POS buttons, this function works only with the Spot monitor in most
modes;however,wheninthePreviewmode,itoperatesonlywiththeVCRoutput.
25 ALARM SEARCH INDEX BUTTON
Press to activate Alarm Search Index function. See “Alarm Index”section of this
manual for more information.
26 ALARM RESET BUTTON
Press to clear all ALARM and POWER LOSS information.
Press once to clear “PL”in the Time/Date stamp (if this condition exists).
Press twice (press only once if there is no Power Loss) to clear the Alarm Memory
List.
18 PROG. (PROGRAM) BUTTON
PresstodisplayMainMenu.AlsousedforvariousMenufunctions. See“ToMove
and Edit in the Menus”for more information about all the programming control
buttons.
19 PREV. (PREVIOUS) BUTTON
Press to go back to the previous position.
20 NEXT BUTTON
Press to go to the next position.
21 DOWN BUTTON
Press to change to a lower value or to move to next line in a menu.
22 UP BUTTON
Press to change to a higher value or to move to the previous line in a menu.
PREV. DOWNPROG. NEXT UP
18 19 20 21 22
V-POS H-POS ALARM
INDEX ALARM RESET
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27 COUNTER RESET
Press to set the digital counter to “0000“. See the “Digital Display”section of this
manual for more information.
28 REC / PLAY HOURS (DOWN)
Press Down to change the Play or Record speed to a lower value.
29 REC / PLAY HOURS (UP)
Press Up to change the Play or Record speed to a higher value.
30 TIMER BUTTON
Press after programming the TIMER for automatic TIMER recording. The Timer
annunciatorwill light anda “T”will be displayed inthe Time/Date Stampon the
monitor. See the “Timer Indicator”section of this manual for more information.
31 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
Pressandholdthisbutton,thenUP(#22)orDOWN(#21)tochangehoursinTime/
Datedisplay.SimplifiesDaylightSavingsTime changes. EachtimeUPorDOWN
is pressed, the Hour digit will change by one hour.
32 A - MANUAL/AUTO BUTTON
TogglesbetweenManualandAutomodesoftheSpotOut.InManualmode,press
UP or DOWN to manually page through cameras; pressing DOWN selects the
previous camera and pressing UP selects the succeeding camera. If Auto mode is
selected,theunitwillautomaticallyswitchcameras, that is,sequencethroughthe
selected cameras for selected periods of times, called dwells. This function may
also be set with the on-screen menus. See the “Spot Mode”section of this manual
for more information.
33 B, C
Spares, not currently in use.
Timer and
Miscellaneous
Controls
COUNTER
RESET REC / PLAY HOURS TIMER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ABC
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DIGITAL DISPLAY
Note: The STILL mode is re-
stored when the FIELD
REVERSE or FIELD AD-
VANCE button is released.
Note: The unit can remain in
STILLmode for5minutes.After
5 minutes, the unit will
automatically enter STOP
mode.
34 DIGITAL DISPLAY
The Digital Display annunciates the following features
MODE INDICATORS:
REC Lights during RECORD mode.
Lights during REWIND mode.
Lights during FAST FORWARD mode.
Flashes during REW SEARCH mode.
Flashes during F. FWD SEARCH mode.
Lights during PLAY mode.
Lights during the REVERSE PLAY mode. Automatically cancels after 1
minute.
Lights during STILL mode.
Lights while the FIELD REVERSE is depressed in STILL mode.
Lights while the FIELD ADVANCE is depressed in the STILL mode.
TAB Lights when a cassette without a safety tab is loaded. If tab indicator is
illuminated, the recorder cannot be placed in RECORD mode.
ALARM Lights during alarm recording. Indicator flashes when alarm ends.
(TAPE-IN) Lights when a video cassette is loaded in the Cassette
Compartment.
INDEX Lights when the Alarm Index button is pressed and the Index Mode is
on. See “Alarm Index Operation”and “Alarm Index Button #25“.
TAB TAPE END
INDEX
ALARM
TIMER BR
SPEED
LOCK
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TAPE END
Lights when the end of the tape is reached during RECORD mode. When TAPE
END indicator is lit, the tape must be ejected in order to turn off the TAPE END
indicator in the display. Tape must be ejected and reinserted before the Record
function will operate.
WillNOTlightwhenRE-REC,EVENIFALARMhasbeenselectedinthe“ALARM
RECORDOPTIONS”menu.Seethe“AlarmRecordOptionsSubmenu”sectionof
this manual for more information.
OR
Will NOT light if an alarm recording has not been made and RECYCLE, STOP IF
ALARM was selected from the “ALARM RECORD OPTIONS”menu.
TIMER INDICATOR
Lights during Timer recording and also when unit is in STOP mode.
Flashes when Timer mode is entered and one or more of the following conditions
exists:
•A cassette is not loaded.
•A cassette without a safety tab is loaded.
•The Timer has not been programmed.
LOCK INDICATOR
LightswhentherecorderisintheSecurity Lock mode.Allfrontpanelcontrolsare
disabled when lock indicator is lit.
B, R B or R will light when the Brown (+azimuth) head or Red (-azimuth) head mode
is selected in the System Options submenu.
DIGITAL COUNTER (0000)
Shows the tape time counter. Each digit incremented represents 1 second of time
in 2-hour speed. If the counter is reset to 0000 at beginning of tape, a T120 cassette
will increment the counter to approximately 7200 at end of tape. In modes other
than RECORD, the counter will increment or decrement only where a recording
was made, i.e., when going over a section of blank tape, the counter will not
change.
TAPE SPEED INDICATOR (000), SPEED ANNUNCIATOR
DisplaystheselectedTapeSpeed.TheSpeedannunciatorwilllightinconjunction
with the Tape Speed Indicator.

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IN OUT
AUDIO
123 45678
910111213
14 15 16
MP PORT RS-232 REMOTE EXTERNAL FUNCTIONS
SPOT
OUT VCR
OUT
ALARMS
5V
IN IN
12
REAR PANEL FUNCTIONS
35 VIDEO IN
Receives composite video signals from up to 16 video cameras or other VCRs.
36 AUDIO IN
Acceptslinelevelaudiosignalfromexternalsoundequipmentoranotherrecorder.
37 AUDIO OUT
Provides a line level audio output for a monitor or another recorder.
38 VCR OUT
For connection to a monitor; menus will be displayed on this monitor.
39 POWER CORD (not shown)
Connect to 120 VAC power supply (normally a typical wall socket).
40 25-PIN MULTI PROTOCOL PORT
Connect to ATMs. The following pins are supported:
1. GND 7. GND
2. TX/RX 15. RCLK (IN)
3. RX/TX 17. TCLK (IN)
4. RTS/CTS 20. DTR (IN)
5. CTS/RTS
Note: Text displays for the two
monitors can be programmed
independently. See the “Dis-
play Options” section for more
information.
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41, 42 ALARMS IN (18 inputs) and OUT (2 out, plus GND)
On-screen programming of inputs as normally open or normally closed.
First Alarm Port:
1. Alarm 1 7. Alarm 6
2. Alarm 2 8. GND
3. Alarm 3 9. Alarm 7
4. GND 10. Alarm 8
5. Alarm 4 11. Alarm 9
6. Alarm 5 12. GND
Second Alarm Port
13. Alarm 10 21. Alarm 16
14. Alarm 11 22. Alarm 17
15. Alarm 12 23. Alarm 18
16. GND 24. GND
17. Alarm 13 25. Alarm Out 1
18. Alarm 14 26. GND
19. Alarm 15 27. Alarm Out 2
20. GND 28 +5V
43 REMOTE PORT (25-PIN) CONNECTOR
Interface with PCs or other controlling devices. See the “RS-232/Multiprotocol
Features”section of this manual for more information. The supported pins are as
follows:
1. GND 4. CTS
2. RX 5. RTS
3. TX 7. GND
44 EXTERNAL INTERFACE (15-PIN) JACK
Connect an alarm switch, door sensor, etc. using the 15-pin adapter provided.
1. ALARM IN 8. REC CHECK IN
2. ALARM OUT 9. TIMER OUTPUT
3. NC 10. REC START IN
4. REC OUT 11. TAPE END OUT
5. 12 VDC, FUSED 12. NC
6. WARNING OUT 13. REMOTE IN
7. LOW TAPE OUT 14-15. COMMON
See the “APPENDIX A, EXTERNAL INTERFACE”section of this manual for a
detailed description of the 15-Pin Connector PINOUT.
45 SPOT OUT
Monitor connection to view live camera channels. Note: menus cannot be dis-
playedonthismonitor.However,thismonitormaybe programmed todisplayits
ownTime/Datestampandtext.Seethe“SpotDisplayOptionsSubmenu”section
of this manual for more information. Text displayed on this monitor is pro-
grammed independently from the VCR Out monitor.