Ultrak KR4096HN User manual

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KR4096HN
KR4168HN
TIME LAPSE VIDEO
CASSETTE RECORDER
OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock.
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.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE
THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED
TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
La fléche symbolisant l’éclair dans un
triangle équilateral a pour objet de tirer
l’attention de l’utilisateur sur le fait, qu’il y a
des “tensions dangereuses” non-isolées à
l’intérieur de l’enceinte du produit qui
peuvent être suffisamment impor-tantes
pour conduire au risque d’électrocution.
Le point d’exclamation au sein d’un triangle
équilateral a pour objet de tirer l’attention de
l’utilisateur sur le fait qu’il y a des
instructions de mise en service et
d’entretien (de réparation) dans les fiches
descriptives de l’apprareil qui doivent
obligatoirement être respectées.
AVERTISSEMENT:
AFIN D’ÉVITER TOUT RISQUE D’INCENDIE OU
D’ÉLECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER CET
APPAREIL À LAPLUIE NI À L’HUMIDITÉ.
ATTENTION:
POUR PRÉVENIR LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES NE
PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISÉE AVEC UN
PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES
LAMES PEUVENT ÊTRE INSÉRÉES À FOND SANS
EN LAISSERAUCUNE PARTIE À DÉCOUVERT.
AVERTISSEMENT
DANGER D’ÉLECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
AVERTISSEMENT: POUR ÉLIMINER TOUT RISQUE
D’ÉLECTRO-CUTION, NE PAS OUVRIR LE COUVERCLE
(OU LA PARTIEARRIÈRE). AUCUNE PIECE RÉPARABLE
PAR L’UTILISATEURNESETROUVE À L’INTÉRIEUR.
POUR TOUTE INTERVENTION D’ENTRETIEN OU DE
RÉPARATION SE CONFIERAUX TECHNICIENS
QUALIFIÉS.

Important Safeguards
Please read all these instructions carefully regarding your VCR before you begin operating it.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the VCR.
1 Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.
2 Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for
future reference.
3 Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5 Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall 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 product near water — for example, near a bath
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or near a swimming pool, and the like.
8 Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
bythemanufacturer,or soldwith theproduct. Anymounting of
the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
shoulduse amounting accessoryrecommended bythe manu-
facturer.
9A product and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
11 Power Sources
This 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 product
dealer or local power company. For products intended to op-
erate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operat-
ing instructions.
12 Grounding or Polarization
This video product is 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 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.
13 Power-Cord Protection
Power-supplycords shouldbe routedso thatthey arenot likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, conven-
iencereceptacles,andthepoint wherethey exitfrom theprod-
uct.
14 Lightning
For added protection for this product 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 antenna
or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due
to lightning and power-line surges.
15 Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral con-
venience receptacles as this can result in fire risk or electric
shock.
16 Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through open-
ings 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 product.
17 Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or
removingcovers mayexposeyou todangerousvoltage orother
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18 Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall 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
product.
(c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
(d) If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper ad-
justment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
(e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
(f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in perform-
ance – this indicates a need for service.
10 Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it
from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing
the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
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19 Replacement Parts
Whenreplacement partsarerequired,besure theservicetech-
nician has used replacement parts specified by the manufac-
turer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
20 Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask
the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition.
21 Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (includ-
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
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 in-
stalledand usedin accordancewith theinstructions, 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 recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, try to correct the interference by one or more
of these measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different
circuit than the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-
nician for help
Changesor modificationsnotexpresslyapprovedbytheparty
responsible for compliance could void the user’s author-
ity to operate the equipment.
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Important Safeguards (Cont.)
INFORMATION
ThisClass Bdigital apparatuscomplies withCanadian ICES-
003.
INFORMATION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Introduction 1
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Caution and Care
CONDENSATION IS THE ENEMY OF VIDEO RECORDERS
WHAT IS CONDENSATION?
1. When a very cold drink is poured into a glass, the water droplets which form on the outer surface of the glass are an example of
condensation.
2. If the VCR is exposed to a rapid increase in temperature (such as warming it in a cold room or after transporting it from a cold
location to a warm one) condensation may form on the tape transport mechanism inside the VCR. By heating the inside of the
VCR, it can dry up the moisture and prevent damage to the VCR or video tape from condensation. To do this, plug the VCR in
and switch the VCR POWER to ON. Leave the VCR on for at least 2 hours before using it for recording or playback.
CONDENSATION IS LIKELY TO OCCUR WHEN:
1. The VCR is moved inside from outdoors or from a cold room to a warm one.
2. A cold room is heated quickly.
3. Humidity is high.
Note
• Avoid using the VCR where cold air (e.g., from an air conditioner) will blow directly on it.
Never place anything containing water on top of the VCR (e.g., vases, cups, etc.).
Heavy objects (e.g., TV) should never be placed on the VCR
NEVER TOUCH OR INSERT ANY OBJECT INSIDE THE VCR
Touching the inside of the cabinet or inserting foreign objects of any kind not only creates a safety hazard but can also cause
extensive damage.
PROTECT THE POWER CORD
Damage to the power cord may cause fire or shock hazard. When unplugging the power cord, hold it by the plug only and pull out
carefully.
UNPLUG THE POWER CORD DURING A LONG ABSENCE
Turn the power off and unplug the power cord during a long absence.
MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes on the VCR. For maximum ventilation, place the unit on a hard level surface only, and ensure it
is not covered during use.
WHEN NOT IN USE
When you finish operating the VCR, always unload the cassette and turn the VCR off.
CABINET CARE
Never use petroleum-based cleaners. Clean with a soft cloth moistened with soap and water and wipe dry. PVC cables or leads
should not be left in contact with the cabinet surface for long periods.
INSTALLATION LOCATION
For excellent performance and lasting reliability, install in a location that is:
1. Well ventilated, out of direct sunlight, and away from direct heat.
2. A solid, vibration-free surface.
3. Free from high humidity or excessive dust and away from magnetic fields.
Note
Never move the VCR without first removing the tape.
CARE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES
• Avoid vibration or shock.
• Do not place near a strong magnetic field (e.g., a motor, transformer, or magnet).
• Never place or store in direct sunlight.
• Avoid dusty places.
• Place the cassette in its case and store vertically.
• Never store tape in high humidity.
WARNING:
The included power cord is used for 120 V, 60 Hz.
Never connect any outlet or power supply having a different voltage or frequency.

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Features
Up to 96 hours (for 96-hour model) or 168 hours (for 168-hour model) of recording: in addition to regular 6-hour recording
mode, it has 18, 30, 48, 72 and 96-hour (for 96-hour model) or 18, 30, 48, 72, 96, 120 and 168-hour (for 168-hour model)
time lapse modes (using T-120 tape).
Audio Recording
High Resolution and Image Quality
Remote Operation by PC via RS-232C
Automatic Head Cleaning
Easy Menu Setting on Screen
Easy Cueing with Alarm Recording
One Button Recording Check
All or Part Front Panel Lock
Protection Against Power Failure
Variety of Search Functions
Contents
Important Safeguards .............................................ii - iii
Introduction
Caution and Care .........................................................1
Features ....................................................................... 2
Controls and Functions ................................................3
FrontView............................................................................ 3
Fluorescent Display............................................................. 4
Rear View ............................................................................ 5
Basic Functions
Loading/Unloading a Tape ...........................................6
Manual Recording ........................................................7
Playback ......................................................................8
Adjusting the Clock ......................................................9
Advanced Functions
Recording Techniques................................................10
Timer Recording ................................................................ 10
Alarm Recording................................................................ 11
Emergency Recording....................................................... 12
Series Recording............................................................... 12
Remote Recording ............................................................ 13
Repeat Recording ............................................................. 13
One Shot/Interval Recording ............................................. 13
Synchronous Recording .................................................... 14
Additional Features ....................................................15
Memory Backup in Case of Power Failure ........................ 15
After a Power Failure......................................................... 15
Displaying/Clearing the Power Loss List ........................... 15
Displaying/Clearing the Alarm List..................................... 15
Tape Usage and Elapsed Time of VCR............................. 16
Lock Function .................................................................... 16
Special Effects Playback............................................16
Still Picture ........................................................................ 16
Shuttle Ring....................................................................... 16
Shuttle Hold....................................................................... 16
Direct Shuttle Ring ............................................................ 16
Frame or Field Playback ................................................... 17
Adjustment during Playback ......................................17
Tracking Adjustment .......................................................... 17
Vertical Adjustment............................................................ 17
Searching Techniques................................................18
Counter Memory Stop ....................................................... 18
Skip Search ....................................................................... 18
Index Search ..................................................................... 18
Time Date Search.............................................................. 19
Using with Personal Computer .................................. 20
Configuring the Time Lapse VCR ...................................... 20
RS-232C Setting ............................................................... 20
Connecting to a Personal Computer ................................. 20
Commands from Personal Computer ................................ 21
Commands and Responses .............................................. 22
Installation
Connections for Various Functions ............................ 26
Connecting with CCTV Camera, Monitor, and Sensor ...... 26
Alarm Recording Connection ............................................ 26
Series Recording Connection............................................ 27
Remote Recording Connection ......................................... 27
Synchronous Recording Connection ................................. 27
Connection for External Time Clock Adjustment ............... 27
Setting the Clock........................................................ 28
Setting the Menus ...................................................... 29
Menu Chart........................................................................ 29
Language Selection........................................................... 30
Main Menu......................................................................... 30
Display............................................................................... 30
Timer Program................................................................... 30
Recording Set Up .............................................................. 30
Rear Terminal .................................................................... 31
Maintenance ...................................................................... 31
First Time Set Up............................................................... 32
RS-232C............................................................................ 32
Others
Remote Controller (Optional) .....................................33
Before Calling for Service .......................................... 34
Warning Display .........................................................36
Control Input/Output Signals and Circuit.................... 37
Specifications............................................................. 38
Recording Options for Various Needs
• Daily/weekly/holiday timer recording
• Alarm recording
• Series recording
• Remote recording
• Repeat recording
• One shot/Interval recording
• Synchronous recording
Special Playback Features
• Still picture
• Speed search using shuttle ring
• Frame-by-frame and field-by-field playback using jog
dial
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Accessories
1 User’s manual
1 Power cord
1 Warranty card

Introduction 3
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Controls and Functions
Front View
Lock button
Press to lock the VCR into the current mode.
REC/PLAY MODE buttons
Press to select the recording or playback speed.
TRACKING buttons
Press to reduce/eliminate the noise during playback, slow
playback, etc.
POSITION/VERTICAL ADJUST buttons
• When the day and present time display is shown on the
monitor screen, press the top button to move the display
to the right-forward or bottom button to move it down.
During an alarm recording or if an warning is displayed on
screen, the day and present time display cannot be
moved.
• If screen images are blurred vertically during still picture or
special effects playback, press to reduce/eliminate the
picture vibration.
Cassette Loading Slot
Cassette is inserted in this slot for loading.
EJECT button
Press to remove the cassette.
JOG dial
Use to forward/reverse a tape frame-by-frame (field-by-field)
or to set the menus.
SHUTTLE ring
When the VCR is in stop mode, turn to the right to forward a
tape or to the left to rewind.
Also, use for special effects playback or to set the menus.
RECORD button
Press to begin recording.
VIDEO OUT connector
Output connector for video signal (RCA pin). Connect a
monitor here.
COUNTER RESET button
Press to reset the counter to “00000”.
SEARCH button
Press to display the <SEARCH FUNCTION> menu.
Fluorescent Display
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MENU button
When the VCR is turned on, press to display the <MAIN
MENU>. Press again to exit the menu.
When the VCR is turned off, press this button for more than
3 seconds to adjust the VCR’s time and date.
POWER button
Press to turn the VCR POWER on or off.
TIMER RECORD button
Press to start timer recording, when you have programmed
your VCR to record.
PAUSE/SHUTTLE HOLD button
During recording, press to stop the tape movement
temporarily. Press again to continue the recording.
During playback, press to obtain a still picture.
During special effects playback using SHUTTLE ring, press
to fix the playback speed.
PLAY button
When the VCR is in stop mode, press to playback a
previously recorded tape.
During recording, press for more than 1.5 seconds to check
recording function.
STOP button
Press to stop all tape-related functions.
TRACKING POSITION
VERTICAL ADJUST
VIDEO OUT RESET
REC/PLAY
MODE
SEARCH
EJECT
MENU POWER
TIMER RECORD
PAUSE
SHUTTLE HOLD PLAY
STOP
RECORD
COUNTER

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Controls and Functions (Cont.)
Fluorescent Display
(Counter Memory Stop/Month) indicator
Illuminates during the counter memory stop.
Also, illuminates when the month (of time and date) is being
entered via the front panel.
(Power Loss) indicator
Illuminates when the VCR is turned on after a power failure
occurs during recording.
(Alarm Recording) indicator
Flashes during alarm recording and stays on when the alarm
recording is finished.
(Time Date Search/Day) indicator
Illuminates during the time date search.
Also, illuminates when the day (of time and date) is being
entered via the front panel.
(Index Search) indicator
Flashes when recording an index signal and illuminates
during the index number setup and the index search. (Index
number is shown on the Recording and Playback Mode
display.)
(Skip Search) indicator
Illuminates during the skip search.
(Daylight Saving Time) indicator
Illuminates when “DAYLIGHT SAVINGS” is set to “ON”.
, (Tape Speed) indicator
Indicates the tape speed.
SP is standard play; EP is extended play.
(Super Resolution) indicator
Illuminates during the recording, during the playback using a
tape recorded in Super Resolution mode, and when a tape
recorded in Super Resolution mode is inserted into the VCR,
providing “SUPER RESOLUTION” in “RECORDING SET
UP” menu is set to “ON.”
(Repeat) indicator
Illuminates when “TAPE END” in “FIRST TIME SET UP”
menu is set to “REPEAT” or “ALARM•PROT.”
(Cassette Status) indicator
Illuminates when a tape is inserted.
(Timer Recording) indicator
Illuminates when the VCR is in stand-by for timer recording
or during timer recording.
(Tape Remaining) indicator
Indicates the position on the tape. Sindicates the Start of
the tape and Eindicates the End of the tape.
Counter/Clock display
While the VCR is turned on, indicates the relative position on
the tape. (The Counter stops counting where no recording is
made on the tape.) When it is off, (when set) the clock (24-
hour format) is shown.
Recording and Playback Mode/Index Number display
Displays the number corresponding to a selected recording
or playback mode. The mode shown here varies by the
“TAPE LENGTH” setting (T-120 or T-160) setting in “FIRST
TIME SET UP” menu. Also, displays the index number
during the index number setup and the index search.
(Emergency Recording) indicator
Illuminates when “EMERGENCY REC” in “RECORDING
SET UP” menu is set to “ON.”
Lock/Lock All indicator
: illuminates when all buttons (except RECORD
button and EJECT button) are locked.
: illuminates when all buttons are locked.
(Playback) indicator
Illuminates during playback.
(Recording) indicator
Illuminates during recording.

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Rear View
AC power socket
This socket connects to the power cord. Insert the cord
firmly.
Input terminals
ALM IN
Use for alarm recording. The alarm sensor is connected
here.
RST IN
Use to stop alarm recording.
• When “ALARM REC DURATION” in “RECORDING
SET UP” menu is set to “MAN1,” the alarm recording
stops when a signal is input to this terminal. The alarm
reset switch is connected here.
• When set to other than “MAN1,” it can be used to
adjust the VCR’s clock.
REC IN
Use to start/stop recording or for series recording.
GND
When a lead connected to other terminals requires a ground,
connect the ground lead here.
Output terminals
ALM OUT
Use to indicate an alarm recording to an external alarm.
MODE OUT
Use to indicate the VCR’s mode of operation.
• When “MODE OUT” in “REAR TERMINAL” menu is
set to “CLOCK ADJ,” the clock of all connected VCRs
can be adjusted. ( page 28)
CLK OUT
Use to control an external camera switcher.
CALL OUT
Use to indicate when a tape reaches its end during
recording or if there has been a problem during recording.
Battery Box
Battery is stored here.
Note
• This VCR contains a special battery. Consult your dealer
to replace it.
REMOTE jack
Remote control is possible by connecting the remote control
unit (R-9100) here. ( page 33)
MIC IN jack
Input jack for a microphone rated at 600 impedance.
AUDIO IN connector
Audio input connector (RCA pin).
AUDIO OUT connector
Audio output connector (RCA pin).
VIDEO IN connector
Input connector for video signal (BNC connector). Connect
cameras here.
VIDEO OUT connector
Output connector for video signal (BNC connector).
Connect a monitor here.
RESET button
page 38
RS-232C terminal (D-SUB 9pin)
Input terminal to connect with a personal computer via RS-
232C cross cable.
For the rating of each connector at the rear panel of VCR,
page 37.
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT OUTIN
REMOTE MIC IN RESET
ALM RST
IN REC GND ALM
MODE CLK
OUT CALL
BATTERY OPEN
Note
Ensure the power cord is not plugged into the outlet before connecting to any rear terminals.
Warning:
The included power cord is used for 120 V, 60 Hz.
Never connect to any outlet or power supply having a different voltage or frequency.

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Basic Functions
Tapes can be loaded into your VCR as long as the VCR is
plugged into an outlet. Even if the VCR is turned off, loading a
tape will automatically cause it to turn on. Use only video
cassette tapes marked or .
Important notice:
• Use high grade (HG) tapes for super resolution
recording. We recommend to use S-VHS tapes for
super resolution recording at L18H-L40H mode.
• It is recommended to use T-120 tape. Do not use
tapes longer than T-160.
Loading
1. Insert the tape into the cassette slot
by holding it so that the long narrow
edge with the contents label faces
towards you.
• The Cassette Status indicator
illuminates on the fluorescent
display when the tape is
inserted.
Note
• Your VCR has a protection circuit
which will eject the tape if it is loaded
improperly. If the VCR ejects the
tape, remove it completely and
check that the long narrow edge with
the contents label is facing towards
you, and the clear plastic window
that shows the video tape is facing
upwards. Wait a few seconds, and
try inserting the tape again.
Info.
• The VCR automatically turns on when the tape is loaded,
AUTO POWER ON.
• The VCR automatically plays back the tape if the erase
prevention tab is removed,AUTO PLAY.
• You cannot insert a tape when all of the VCR’s buttons are
locked and the Lock All indicator ( ) is illuminating.
Unloading
1. Press EJECT button on the front panel
of the VCR.
2. Remove the tape.
Note
• When ejecting the tape during recording, press STOP button
once to stop recording and then press EJECT button to
unload the tape.
• You cannot eject a tape when all of the VCR’s buttons are
locked and the Lock All indicator ( ) is illuminating.
Info.
• The VCR will eject a tape even if the power to the VCR is
turned off (as long as the VCR is plugged into an outlet),
POWER OFF EJECT.
erase
prevention
tab
Loading/Unloading a Tape
6H
L18H
L30H
48H
72H
96H
0H
50
35
20
20
15
15
1
Recording
time mode Number of
tape use 8H
L24H
L40H
64H
96H
128H
0H
45
30
10
5
3
3
1
Recording
time mode Number of
tape use
In case ofT-120 setting
For 96-hour model:
For 168-hour model:
In case ofT-160 setting
6H
L18H
L30H
48H
72H
96H
120H
168H
0H
50
35
20
20
15
15
10
8
1
Recording
time mode Number of
tape use 8H
L24H
L40H
64H
96H
128H
160H
224H
0H
45
30
10
5
3
3
2
1
1
Recording
time mode Number of
tape use
In case ofT-120 setting In case ofT-160 setting
EJECT
INCORRECT
Preventing accidental erase
Tapes come with an erase prevention
tab which, when removed, prevents the
tape’s contents from being erased or
recorded over. If the tape you insert in
the VCR has the erase prevention tab
removed, your VCR will automatically
eject it if you attempt to record on it.
Note
• We recommend that you take any broken or torn tapes to a
professional for repair. The adhesives on many common
types of tape could damage the head of your VCR.
Recommended number of tape use
It is recommended that the cassette tape be replaced with a new
one depending on the recording time mode and type of tape
used. Providing TAPE LENGTH of FIRST TIME SET UPmenu is
set to the same type the tape you use.