SVR-960NRT

Real Time Lapse

Recorder

Installation and
Operating Instructions
 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should spill liquid of any kind on the unit. Safety Precautions Securite
be read before the unit is operated. 16. Servicing - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or
2. Retain Instructions - The safely and operating instructions should be removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other

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retained for future reference. hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION ATTENTION

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3. Head Warnings - All warnings on the unit and in the operating 17. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug the unit from the outlet and
instructions should be adhered to. refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
RISK OF ELECTRICK SHOCK RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE,
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be conditions:
DO NOT OPEN! NE PAS OUVRIR.
followed. a. When the power - supply cord. or plug is damaged.
5. Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Do not use b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating Danger: Pour éviter tout risque d'électrocution, ne
manufacturer as they may cause hazards. instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN COVERS. pas ouvrir le boîtier. Il n'y a pas de pièces
7. Water and Moisture - Do not use this unit near water-for example, operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. remplaçables à l'intérieur. Pour toute révision,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet controls may result in damage and will often required extensive REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE s'adresser à un technicien spécialisé.
basement, near a swimming pool, in an unprotected outdoor work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal PERSONNEL.
installation, or any area which is classified as a wet location. operation.
8. Accessories - Do not place this unit on an unstable stand, tripod, e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
bracket, or mount. The unit may fall, causing serious injury to a f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance this
person and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a stand, tripod, indicates a need for service. This label may appear on the bottom of the unit due to Cet étiquette peut apparaître en dessous de l'appareil
bracket, or mount recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with 18. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure space limitations. dû aux limitations d'espace.
the unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer's instructions, and should use a manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. The lightning flash with an arrowhead L'éclair fléché dans un triangle
mounting accessory recommended by the Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is équilatéral avertit l'utilisateur de la
manufacturer. An appliance and cart hazards.
combination should be moved with care. Quick 19. Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this intended to alert the user to the présence d'une haute tension non
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to presence of uninsulated "dangerous isolée à l'intérieur de l'appareil. Elle peut
cause the appliance and cart combination to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition. voltage" within the unit's enclosure that être d'une magnitude suffisante pour
overturn. 20. Coax Grounding - If an outside cable system is connected to the may be of sufficient magnitude to constituer un risque d'électrocution.
9. Ventilation - Operatings in the enclosure, if any, are provided for unit, be sure the cable system is grounded. U.S.A models only-
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70- constitute a risk of electric shock to
it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. 1981, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the persons.
This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper mount and supporting structure, grounding of the coax to a
ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of discharge The exclamation point within an Le point d'exclamation à l'intérieur d'un
adhered to. unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the equilateral triangle is intended to alert triangle équilatéral avertit l'utilisateur de
10. Power Sources - This unit should be operated only from the type of grounding electrode.
power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of 21. Lightning - For added protection of this unit during a lightning storm the user to presence of important la présence d'instructions importantes
the type of the power supply you plan to use, consult your appliance or when it is left unattended and unused for a long period of time, operating and maintenance (servicing) d'utilisation et de maintenance dans la
dealer or local power company. For units intended to operate from unplug power cord form the wall. instructions in the literature documentation accompagnant
battery or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. accompanying the appliance. l'appareil.
11. Grounding or Polarization - This unit may be equipped with a FCC & ICES INFORMATION
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade (U.S.A and Canadian Models Only)
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one WARNING - This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Warning Attention
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, Rules and ICES-003 of Industry Canada. These limits are designed to To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose Pour éviter un incendie ou une électrocution, ne pas
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. Alternately, this unit equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment
units not specifically designed for outdoor use to exposer les appareils qui ne sont pas conçus spécifique-
may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not rain or moisture. ment pour usage extérieur à la pluie ou à l'humidité.
third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause
power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If Attention: Installation should be Attention: L'installation doit être
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
12. Power - Cord Protection-Power-supply cords should be routed so reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and performed by qualified service effectuée uniquement par du personnel
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or personnel only in accordance with the de service qualifié conformément à la
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, more of the following measures: National Electrical Code or applicable réglementation du Code Electrique
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. local codes. National ou à la réglementation locale.
appliance. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
13. Power Lines - An outdoor system should not be located in the – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power which the receiver is connected. Power Disconnect. Units with or Disjonction de l'alimentation.
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. without ON-OFF switches have power Les appareils avec ou sans commutateure
installing an outdoor system, extreme care should be taken to keep Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications not expressly supplied to the unit whenever the power ON-OFF sont alimentés à chaque fois que
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them approved by the party responsible for compliance shall not be made. cord is inserted into the power source; le cordon d'alimentation est branché à la
might be fatal. U.S.A. models only-refer to the National Electrical Any such changes or modifications could void the user's authority to
Code Article 820 regarding installation of CATV systems. operate the equipment. however, the unit is operational only source d'alimentation; toutefois, les
14. Overloading - Do not overload outlets and extension cords as this The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal when the ON-OFF switch is in the On appareils disposant de commutateurs ON-
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Communications Commission helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve position. The power cord is the main OFF ne fonctionnent que lorsque le
15. Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this Radio-TV Interference Problems". This booklet is available from the U.S. power disconnect for all units. commutateur ON-OFF est sur la position
unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No.004-000- ON. Le cordon d'alimentation est la
or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never 00345-4.
disjonction d'alimentation principale pour
tous les appareils.

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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CONTENTS
Sicherheitsvorkenhrungen Precauciones De Seguridad

ACHTUNG! PRECAUTION CONFIGURATION SERVICE

Important Safeguards 1
HOCHSPANNUNGSGEFAHR RIESGO DE CHOQUE WARNING: Electrostatic-sensitive device.
NICHT ÖFFNEN! ELECTRICO INO ABRIRI Contents 4
Use proper CMOS/MOSFET handling

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Controls and Indicators 5
precautions to avoid electrostatic discharge.

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Precaution: Pare Reducir El Riesgo De Choque Connectors 8
Warnung: Verhindern Sie einen möglichen Set Up 9
Elektroschlag, indem Sie die Abdeckung nicht Eléctrico, Favor No Abrir La Cubierta. Este Equipo NOTE: Grounded wrist straps must be worn
entfernen. Wenden Sie sich bei der Wartung an No consta De Piezas O Partes Que Requieren MENU and proper ESD safety precautions observed
dafür qualifiziertes Personal. Servicio O Mantenimiento. Para Reparaciones How to Set Menu 11
when handling the electrostatic-sensitive
Favor Referirse A Un Técnico Calificado. Setting Current Time 13
printed circuit boards.
Setting Menu 15

MENU
Dieses Zeichen kann aus Platzgründen auf der Debido a limitaciones de espacio, esta etiqueta puede PLAYBACK DESCRIPTION
Unterseite des Gerätes angebracht sein. aparecer en la parte inferior de la unidad. Operation 21
Various Playbacks 23 The SVR-960NRT Series Video Cassette Recorder
Dieses Zeichen weist den Benutzer auf El símbolo representado por un relámpago RECORDING offers time-lapse in 6-and 30-hour selectable speeds
die nicht isolierte Hochspannung con punta de flecha dentro de un triángulo Set before Recording 27 for a variety of CCTV applications.
Record Locking 28

PLAYBACK
innerhalb der Anlage hin. Es besteht die equilátero, se muestra con el objetivo de
Gefahr eines Elektroschlages. alertar al usuario que existen "voltages Basic Recording 29 INSTALLATION
peligrosos" sin aislamiento, dentro de la Series Recording 31 Install the SVR-960NRT in environments where the
cubierta de la unidad. Dichos voltages Alarm Recording 32 operating temperature is +5°C to +40°C (+41°F to
pueden ser de tal magnitud que constituyen FUNCTION +104°F) and the relative Humidity is 0% to 80%
un riesgo de choque eléctrico a personas. relative, noncondensing.
Alarm Functions 33

RECORDING
Das Ausrufezeichen in dem El símbolo de exclamación dentro de un High Picture 35
gleichseitigen Dreieck ist dazu da, den triángulo equilátero, se muestra con el Convenient Functions 36
Benutzer auf wich-tige Inbetriebnahme- objetivo de alertar al ususario de que CONNECTION
und Instandhaltungs-vorschriften instrucciones de operación y Method of Connection 37
hinzuweisen, die dem Gerät in Form mantenimiento importantes acompañan Series Recording, Alarm Connections 38
einer Broschüre beigelegt sind. al equipo. MAINTENANCE
Maintenance 39

FUNCTION
Troubleshooting 40
Warnung Peligro Daily Checks 43
Um das Risiko von Feuer oder Elektroschlag zu Para evitar el peligro de incendio ó choque eléctrico, no Before Requesting Service 44
vermeiden, darf weder das Gerät selbst, noch das exponga a la lluvia ó humedad, equipos que no han sido Specifications 47
Netzgerät Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden. diseñados para uso exterior.
UNPACKING

CONNEC-
TION
Achtung!: Die Installation sollte nur von Atención: La instalación de este equipo Unpack carefully. This is electronic equipment and
qualifiziertem Kundendienstpersonal debe ser realizada por personal capacitado, should be handled with care.
gemäß jeweilig zutreffender solo en acuerdo, y en cumplimiento de
Elektrovorschriften ausgeführt werden. normas del "National Electric Code" (Código If an item appears to have been damaged in
Eléctrico Nacional) ó las normas del shipment, replace it properly in its carton and
Gobierno Nacional Local.
notify the shipper. If any items are missing, notify

MAINTEN-
ANCE
Para Desconectdar la Alimentación: your Sales Representative or Customer Service.
Netzanschluß. Geräte mit oder ohne Unidades no equipadas con interruptores
Netzschalter haben Spannung am ON/OFF, son alimentadas cuando el cable The shipping carton is the safest container in
Gerät anliegen, sobald der Netzstecker de alimentación, es conectado a la corriente which the unit may be transported.
in die Steckdose gesteckt wird. Das eléctrica. Las unidades equipadas con Save it for possible future use.
Gerät ist Jedoch nur betriebsbereit, interruptores son alimentadas de igual
wenn der Netzschalter (EIN/AUS) auf forma, pero adicionalmente requieren qur el
EIN steht. Wenn man das Netzkabel interruptor esté posicionado en ON. El cable
aus der Stekdose zieht, dann ist die de alimentación es el medio principal de
Sapnnungszuführung zum Gerät desconexión del equipo.
vollkommen unterbrochen.
Note: You may hear the clicking sound when you press key buttons in the front.
It is natural sound caused by “solenoid” which is to enforce the control for the spinning of the capstan
motor. The capstan motor in this VCR is ball bearing type which lasts more than 10,000 hours.
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 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

23 22 21 20 19 18 17 Reference
No Name Description
Page

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ATION
1 POWER Push for power on/off 21

REC 2 MENU Push to display menu display 11

F.F
W 3 SHIFT † , ¤ Push to set menu and clock 11
RE
PLAY P/STILL
V-LOCK , Push to adjust jitter of picture 22
ECK 4 TRACKING/SET , Push to adjust tracking and set menu and clock 22
REC CH

5 TIME MODE , Push to change time mode on playback 24

JECT
STOP/E 6 REC LOCK LED Record locking mode on/off indicator 28

REC LOCK
7 HIGH PICTURE LED High picture mode on/off indicator 35
RE
HIGH PICTU
RESET 8 DISPLAY PANEL Displays current unit operation settings 7
LEAR
MO C
CNT.ME
ON COUNT
REV
AUDIO 9 REV Push to reverse playback (L6H mode only) 25
10 AUDIO ON Push to control audio on/off
OCK
REC L
11 COUNT Initial: Display tape counter
ER
POW HIGH E
PICTU
R Once: Push to display alarm counter 34
16 Twice: Push to display operating hour 33
15 12 CNT. MEMO Initial: Display tape counter
MODE
TIME

KING/S
ET 14 Once: Push to display counter memory 25
TRAC Twice: Push to display alarm memory 34
SHIF
V-LO
T
CK 13
13 CLEAR Push to clear counter 34
MENU
12 14 RESET Push to reset this unit 31
11 15 HIGH PICTURE Use to select high picture mode 35
10 16 REC LOCK Use to select record locking mode 28
9 17 REC CHECK Push to check recording (short time playback)
during recording 29
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 18 P/STILL Push to freeze frame on the playback or to
pause on the record mode 26
19 REC Push to record 29
ACCESSORY 20 SHUTTLE Use to operate tape 22
21 JOG Turn to advance or reverse a frame by frame 26
22 PLAY Push to play a tape 22
23 STOP/EJECT Push to stop/eject tape 22

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CONNECTORS

FRONT SIDE REAR SIDE

Recording display Reserve timer recording Alarm recording display
REC LOCK lamp

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• Lights during display • Lights during alarm

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• Lights during record recording. • Lights after programming recording and flickers
locking mode. timer recording. upon completion of EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT TERMINAL
recording.
Tape presence and
operation display
REC/PLAY Time
mode display.
1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT 3 ALARM RESET 4 ERROR OUT 5 TRIGGER OUT
6 TAPE END OUT 7 SERIES OUT 8 GND 9 SERIES IN 10 1 SHOT RECIN

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

REC LOCK C.MEMO RS-232C

REC IN
IN OUT
A.MEMO OUT

HIGH FAULT T-END HOUR H AUDIO VIDEO

PICTURE

POWER PLUG SLOT VIDEO IN/OUTPUT JACK

Tape End display Counter display AUDIO IN/OUTPUT JACK (BNC TYPE)
• Lights when VCR • Operating hour display. (RCA TYPE)
reaches end of tape. • Alarm/Counter memory Alarm/Counter
display. " " Memory display
HIGH PICTURE Power failure return • Counter Memory:
• Lights during display
high picture
mode.
• Flashes upon return of
AC power.
C. MEMO.
• Alarm Memory: EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT TERMINAL INFORMATION
A. MEMO.
• Pressing any button • Operating hour
turns off. display: HOUR. GND

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

TERMINAL NAME SIGNAL LEVEL TYPE

VIH VIH : 4 ~ 5V
1 ALARM IN VIL VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V INPUT
T T : More than 0.5 second

DISPLAY OF OPERATING CONDITIONS 2 ALARM OUT

VIH

T
VIL
VIH : 4 ~ 5V
VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V
T : Alarm Recording
OUTPUT

VIH VIH : 4 ~ 5V
3 ALARM RESET VIL VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V INPUT
Play back display Display other than playback T
T : More than 0.5 second
VIH VIH : 4 ~ 5V
4 ERROR OUT VIL VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V OUTPUT
Playback Rotates clockwise Recording Rotates clockwise REC T T :
VIH VIH : 4 ~ 5V
5 TRIGGER OUT VIL VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V OUTPUT
Still Blinking Pause Blinking REC T T : More than 8m sec
VIH VIH : 4 ~ 5V
6 TAPE END OUT VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V OUTPUT
Slow Playback Blinking and rotating clockwise Timer Recording Rotates clockwise REC T
VIL
T : During input any button
VIH VIH : 4 ~ 5V
Forward Search Rotates rapidly clockwise Alarm Recording Rotates clockwise 7 SERIES OUT VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V OUTPUT
REC T
VIL
T : More than 1 second

Reverse Search Rotates rapidly counterclockwise Rewinding Rotates rapidly counterclockwise 8 GND 0V GND

VIH VIH : 4 ~ 5V
Reverse Playback Rotates counterclockwise Fast Forwarding Rotates rapidly clockwise 9 SERIES IN VIL VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V INPUT
T T : More than 0.5 second
VIH : 4 ~ 5V
Reverse Slow Blinking and rotates slowly 10 1 SHOT REC IN
VIH
VIL VIL : 0 ~ 0.6 V INPUT
T : More than 0.5 second
Playback counterclockwise T

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 SET UP
• Check the following preparations before using this unit.

1 Make a connection
between the monitor and 2 Connect the CCD camera
to this unit. 3 Insert the power plug of
this unit video into the wall 4 Turn on the power of the
monitor.

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ATION
this unit. outlet. • If using a monitor turn on power.
• Insert the plug into AC120V • If using a TV, turn on power and
working outlet. switch to video input.
• Refer to the operating instructions
MONITOR
for further details on TV.
6 7 8 9

IN OUT

AC100~240V
VIDEO

1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT

6 TAPE END OUT 7 SERIES OUT
3 ALARM RESET 4 ERROR OUT
8 GND 9 SERIES IN
5 TRIGGER OUT
10 1 SHOT RECIN POWER
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

RS-232C
IN
IN OUT

VIDEO INPUT OUT

AUDIO VIDEO 1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT

6 TAPE END OUT 7 SERIES OUT
3 ALARM RESET 4 ERROR OUT
8 GND 9 SERIES IN
5 TRIGGER OUT
10 1 SHOT RECIN

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

RS-232C
IN
IN OUT
OUT

1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT 3 ALARM RESET 4 ERROR OUT 5 TRIGGER OUT

6 TAPE END OUT 7 SERIES OUT 8 GND 9 SERIES IN 10 1 SHOT RECIN
AUDIO VIDEO

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

RS-232C
IN
IN OUT
OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

IN
IN OUT CCD CAMERA
OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

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 HOW TO SET MENU

1. CLOCK SET/ADJUST 5. VCR MODE SETUP

1 Press the MENU button
(Does not display while in play
mode or until the time has been
CLOCK SET/ADJUST
1 ¤ DISPLAY MODE (YY-MM-DD)
VCR MODE SETUP
1 ¤ TRIGGER--------------------(1FIELD)
2 V-SYNC ----------------------------(ON)
set.) 2 CLOCK SET/ADJUST 3 BUZZER ---------------------------(ON)

YEAR DATE TIME

2001 01/01 MON 12:00
„
MENU
( ¤ /– +) END:MENU

MENU
( ¤) END:MENU

• Trigger out timing control and

beeper sound control.

2. DISPLAY MODE SETUP 6. PROGRAM SETUP

MAIN MENU
1 ¤ CLOCK SET/ADJUST DISPLAY MODE SETUP PROGRAM SETUP1
2 DISPLAY MODE SETUP 1 ¤ DATE DISPLAY ------------------(ON) START STOP DATE MODE
3 ALARM REC SETUP/RECALL
4 REC MODE SETUP
2 TIME DISPLAY-------------------(ON) •¤
5 VCR MODE SETUP
3 POSITION -------------(R-BOTTOM) •
6 PROGRAM SETUP •
7 POWER LOSS MEMORY •
• PROGRAM SETUP2
•
( ¤) END:MENU ( ¤) END:MENU ( ¤ /– +,CLEAR) END:MENU

• Set desired time date format and on

screen location.
PROGRAM SETUP2
3. ALARM REC SETUP START STOP DATE MODE
•¤
2 To select a menu item
press the SHIFT †
button
3 After positioning " ¤ " sign
to the desired menu item,
press the SHIFT ¤ button
ALARM REC SETUP/RECALL
1 ¤ MODE -----------------------------(L6H)
2 DURATION --------------------(AUTO)
3 BUZZER ---------------------------(ON)
•
•
•
• PROGRAM SETUP1
4 ALARM RECALL •
(The "¤ " sign will move down once to proceed.
( ¤ /– +,CLEAR) END:MENU
with each press) • Displays the selected menu on the
screen. • Select the program record
( ¤ /– +) END:MENU
(Refer to 13~20 page)
• Select Alarm REC Mode.

4. REC MODE SETUP 7. POWER LOSS MEMORY

REC MODE SETUP POWER LOSS MEMORY
1¤ REC TIME MODE--------------(L6H) YEAR DATE TIME
2
3
REPEAT REC-------------------(OFF)
SERIES REC -------------------(OFF)
• OFF
ON
4 1-SHOT REC--------------------(OFF) • OFF
ON
• OFF
ON
( ¤) END:MENU END:MENU

• Set the record time mode, the • Displays power failure and restore
repeat record mode. I shot record history.
mode, series record mode

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 SETTING CURRENT TIME

– HOW TO SET THE CURRENT TIME

Press the SHIFT † button.
1 Example) December 25 . 2002 13:30
Press the MENU button.
• When pressing the MENU button,
2 Press the SHIFT ¤ button.
• When pressing the SHIFT ¤ button,
CLOCK SET/ADJUST displays.
3 Press the SHIFT ¤ button.
• Whenever pressing the SHIFT ¤
button, the display mode changes.
4 • CLOCK SET/ADJUST starts.
the MAIN MENU displays. • The display changes as following.
(YY-MM-DD) ➝ (DD-MM-YY) ➝
(MM-DD-YY)

MENU

MENU
SHIFT
V-LOCK
SHIFT SHIFT
V-LOCK V-LOCK

MAIN MENU CLOCK SET/ADJUST

1¤ CLOCK SET/ADJUST CLOCK SET/ADJUST CLOCK SET/ADJUST
2 DISPLAY MODE SETUP 1 ¤ DISPLAY MODE (YY-MM-DD)
3 ALARM REC SETUP/RECALL 2 CLOCK SET/ADJUST 1 ¤ DISPLAY MODE (YY-MM-DD) 1 DISPLAY MODE (YY-MM-DD)
4 REC MODE SETUP 2 CLOCK SET/ADJUST 2 ¤ CLOCK SET/ADJUST
5 VCR MODE SETUP YEAR DATE TIME
6 PROGRAM SETUP 2001 01/01 MON 12:00 YEAR DATE TIME YEAR DATE TIME
„ 2001 01/01 MON 12:00 2001 01/01 MON 12:00
7 POWER LOSS MEMORY
„ „

( ( ¤ /– +) END:MENU
¤) END:MENU ( ¤ /– +) END:MENU ( ¤ /– +) END:MENU

5 Set the year, month and day

using the TRACKING/ SET
buttons.
6 Set the hour and minute
using the TRACKING/SET
buttons. 7 Press the MENU button
twice.
(In case DISPLAY MODE is YY-MM-DD) • When pressing TRACKING/SET • Check the year, month, day and
• When pressing TRACKING/SET hour again and press the MENU
button, “13” is set.
button twice.
button once, “2002” is set. • Press the SHIFT ¤ button to place
• Press the SHIFT ¤ button after the „ sign under the minute.
setting the year, then „ sign will • The minute works in the same way.
place under the month. MENU
• The month works in the same way.

TRACKING/SET
TRACKING/SET

REFERENCE
CLOCK SET/ADJUST CLOCK SET/ADJUST
Time display
1 DISPLAY MODE (YY-MM-DD) 1 DISPLAY MODE (YY-MM-DD)
2 ¤ CLOCK SET/ADJUST 2 ¤ CLOCK SET/ADJUST • There is no display of a.m or p.m.
2002-12-25 WED
• 1:00 p.m is displayed as 13:00, 11:00 p.m as
YEAR DATE TIME YEAR DATE TIME
2002 12/25 WED 12:00 2002 12/25 WED 13:30 13:30:00 L 3 0 H 23:00 and 12:00 p.m. as 00:00 respectively.
„ „

( ¤ /– +) END:MENU ( ¤ /– +) END:MENU

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 SETTING MENU

– SETTING DISPLAY AND ALARM REC

2 DISPLAY MODE SETUP

3 ALARM REC SETUP

• DATE: Select date display ON/OFF • MODE: Select ALARM REC speed.
DISPLAY MODE SETUP ALARM REC SETUP/RECALL
1 ¤ DATE DISPLAY ------------------(ON) ON OFF Select L6H, L18H, L30H or OFF.
1 ¤ MODE -----------------------------(L6H)
2 TIME DISPLAY-------------------(ON) 2 DURATION --------------------(AUTO) OFF: This unit does not Alarm REC
2002-12-25 WED 12:45:30 L6H whether Alarm signal comes in or not.

MENU
3 POSITION -------------(R-BOTTOM) 3 BUZZER ---------------------------(ON)
12:45:30 L 6 H 4 ALARM RECALL • DURATION: Set ALARM REC time.
AUTO
• TIME: Select time display ON/OFF SEL 3MIN
ON OFF TAPE END
( ¤) END:MENU 2002-12-25 WED 2002-12-25 WED ( ¤ /– +) END:MENU • To set ALARM REC time.
12:45:30 L 6 H Adjust the time from SEL 20SEC to
5 MIN using the "set +/–" buttons.
(example) * To set ALARM REC in L6H • AUTO: If an alarm signal is received,
• POSITION: Select position of date & time on mode for 5 minutes. ALARM REC will begin and continue
* To turn the time on or off
the screen. 1. Place the " ¤ " sign in the until the alarm signal is interrupted. The
1. Place the " ¤ " Sign in the
"DURATION" position using ALARM REC will then stop (It will not
"TIME DISPLAY" position using the
SHIFT † button. the SHIFT † button. be cancelled within 1 minute).
2002-12-25 WED 2002-12-25 WED 2. With each press of the SHIFT ¤ • TAPE END: If an alarm signal is
2. Press the SHIFT ¤ button to toggle 9:16:14 L 6 H 9:16:14 L 6 H button the display changes "SEL received, ALARM REC will begin and
the time ON and OFF. L-UPPER R-UPPER 3 MIN". continue to the end of the tape.
(The DATE and POSITION
3. Select "SEL 5 MIN" using the • BUZZER: Selects if the beeper sound is on or off
work in the same way.)
SET "+" button. during ALARM REC.
4. Press the MENU button. • ALARM RECALL : Check Alarm recording.
L-BOTTOM R-BOTTOM (Refer to 33 page)
2002-12-25 WED 2002-12-25 WED
9:16:14 L 6 H 9: 16:14 L 6 H

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 SETTING MENU

– SETTING REC MODE AND VCR MODE

4 REC MODE SETUP

5 VCR MODE SETUP

• REC TIME MODE: Select the recording

REC MODE SETUP VCR MODE SETUP
1 ¤ REC TIME MODE--------------(L6H)
speed.(Initial time mode is "L6H") 1 ¤ TRIGGER--------------------(1FIELD)
2 REPEAT REC-------------------(OFF) SVR-960NRT: Select one of L6H/L18H/L30H/ 2 V-SYNC ----------------------------(ON)
72H/120H/168H/240H/480H/

MENU
3 SERIES REC -------------------(OFF) 3 BUZZER ---------------------------(ON)
4 1-SHOT REC--------------------(OFF) 960H/000H
• REPEAT REC: Select ON/OFF for repeat
recording
ON: When the tape reaches the end during
( ¤ ) END:MENU ( ¤ ) END:MENU
recording, it will automatically rewind to the
beginning and the recording will continue.
• SERIES REC: Series recording is a convenient
SHIFT † : MOVE BUTTON function for using two or more VCRs. The second SHIFT † : MOVE BUTTON
SHIFT ¤ : ENTER (SELECT) unit automatically begins recording when the tape SHIFT ¤ : ENTER (SELECT)
BUTTON in the first unit reaches its end. BUTTON
– Connect methods Refer to method of series
* You cannot select Repeat Rec & recording connection. (page 38)
Series Rec simultaneously. • 1 SHOT REC: Used by selecting 000H on • TRIGGER
REC TIME MODE – Selects how many frames per
OFF: Records one frame when the REC button camera to be recorded when
is pressed once. connected to a FRAME
1 MIN: Records one frame on one minute SWITCHER (Samsung model
intervals with one press of the REC FS81MA)
button. (Refer to the owner's manual of
2 MIN: Records one frame on two minute FS-81MA for detailed information)
intervals with one press of the REC • V-SYNC
button. – The jitter of picture may happen
3 MIN: Records one frame on three minute when connecting a particular
intervals with one press of the REC FRAME SWITCHER.
button. Select ON or OFF for the position
unless jitter.
• BUZZER
– Select the beeper sound on or off
(Refer to page 34)

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 SETTING MENU1

– SETTING PROGRAM REC

6 PROGRAM SETUP 1 • How to set a PROGRAM REC

example) To set up a programmed recording
from 13:03 to 13:15 on Monday in
6 PROGRAM SETUP 2 • When 5 program is set in the PROGRAM SETUP 1, select
PROGRAM SETUP 2.
• Use the same method for setting PROGRAM REC as in the
PROGRAM SETUP 1.
the L6H mode.
PROGRAM SETUP1
1. Press the SHIFT † button to move the cursor PROGRAM SETUP2 * When finished with PROGRAM SETUP 1, 2 press MENU to
START STOP DATE MODE START STOP DATE MODE end and press POWER to begin standby.
• ¤ 13:03 → 13:15 MON L6H to the vacant program position. •¤

MENU
• 13:03 → 13:15 DAILY L18H •
• 2. Press the SHIFT ¤ button to display the current •
• OFF time. • POWER

• 13:03 → 13:15 MON L30H • PROGRAM SETUP1

• PROGRAM SETUP2
3. Press the TRACKING/SET "+" or "–" buttons to
•
( ¤ /– +,CLEAR) END:MENU set the hour of the starting time. ( ¤ /– +,CLEAR) END:MENU

4. Press the SHIFT ¤ button to move to the

minute. REC
REC
CAUTION 5. Press the TRACKING/SET "+" or "–" buttons to
1. You can use only the POWER or RESET set the minute of the starting time. C.MEMO
buttons during PROGRAM REC.
2. During a PROGRAM REC, to 6. By the same methode, set up the ending time
and move to the date. * The tape will be ejected and the beeper will sound if the tape
cancel the recording press the POWER safety tab has been removed.
button. 7. Press the TRACKING/SET "+" or "–" buttons to
3. To cancel a PROGRAM REC, select the set monday and press SHIFT ¤ button.
event and press CLEAR button to display
"OFF". 8. Press the SHIFT † button to set L6H and
Pressing the SHIFT ¤ button again in press SHIFT ¤ button.
the OFF position to toggles the time set – CHECKING POWER FAILURE TIME AND DATE.
before. 9. By the same method, set up the NEXT
PROGRAM REC which you may want.

• DLY : The programmed recording is made at the

same time every day.
7 POWER LOSS MEMORY • Displays the memorized time of a power failure and power restore.
* example) If there was a power failure on 17:30:30 12. 23. 2002,
and a power restore on 17:40:00 12. 23. 2002.
POWER LOSS MEMORY (17:30:30= 17 Hours 30 minutes 30 seconds)
YEAR DATE TIME
• OFF 2002
ON 2002
12/25 15:00:00
12/25 15:15:37
* example) If there was a power failure on 13:25:00 12. 24. 2002
• OFF 2002
ON 2002
12/24 13:25:00
12/24 13:26:37 and a power restore on 13:26:00 12. 24. 2002,
REFERENCE
• OFF 2002
ON 2002
12/23 17:30:30
12/23 17:40:00
repeatedly.

1. OFF 2002 12/24 13:25:00

END:MENU ON 2002 12/24 13:26:00
You can set up to 10 programs a week
2. OFF 2002 12/23 17:30:30
ON 2002 12/23 17:40:30
3. OFF
ON

• The screen displays the three most recent events.

The most recent power failure is listed first.

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 OPERATION
To Return to
BASIC PLAYBACK OPERATION During normal playback
normal
playback

1 2
P/STILL P/STILL
REC

EW
F.F
Press the POWER button Press the button when
PLAY R
P/STILL

on the VCR and insert the For still

REC CH
ECK
necessary. PLAY

ECT
tape. W W
STOP/EJ RE RE

F.F

F.F
• When a tape is inserted the VCR is
IDEO E REC
LOCK
PLAY
V HIGH PICTUR
automatically turned on. For forward search
RITY
RESET
EAR
O CL

U CNT.MEM

PLAYBACK
SEC
UNT
ON CO
AUDIO
REV

CK
REC LO W W
RE RE

F.F

F.F
ER
POW HIGH E
PICTUR
POWER
For reverse search
MODE
TIME
ET
KING/S
TRAC
SHIFT
SECURITY VIDEO
STOP/EJECT

PLAYBACK
K
V-LOC

MENU

STOP
Insert the tape with the During stop
window facing up.
W
RE

F.F
STOP/EJECT For fast forwarding
EJECT
W
RE

F.F
For fast rewinding

REFERENCE

• Set the time mode to L6H for normal viewing and sound when you playback a rental tape.
• The standard tape may happen some noise in the still mode.
• Slow playback and time mode cannot be set in still mode.

Note the screen adjustment If the screen shows noise or jitter

Note the following when playing back the tape recorded in • When the tape is inserted, the screen is • Press
TRACKING/SET
,
SHIFT
button.
timelapse mode: automatically adjusted. V-LOCK

• If the screen is not automatically adjusted, adjust • If the screen shows noise during slow
• Although the screen may jitter a little, it is not indicative of malfunction. it by pressing the TRACKING buttons.
• Although the upper part of the screen may appear a little twisted, it does not indicate any malfunction TRACKING/SET
playback, correct by pressing the TRACKING
or trouble. • If the screen is not adjusted using TRACKING buttons.
• Although the screen may jitter a little in the L18H/L30H mode, it does not indicate any malfunction or buttons, adjust it by pressing simultaneously the • If the screen shows jitter of a still picture, L18H or
trouble. TRACKING and TRACKING buttons. L30H correct by pressing the V-LOCK button.
• Although the sound may not be heard clearly, it does not indicate any malfunction or trouble.
• When playback in L6H mode the tape recorded in L8H/L30H mode, the recorded picture is played
back at a high speed.
• You cannot hear normal sound when playing back the tape recorded with sound if the recording time
mode is different from the playback time mode.

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 VARIOUS PLAYBACKS
• Insert the tape for playback.

1 Screen search (During

2 3
REC

PLAY RE
W
F.F

P/STILL
When viewing a slow picture When viewing a forward reverse
ECK
playback) Press the TIME MODE ( , ) button slow picture
REC CH

Turn the SHUTTLE ring clockwise during play back. • Press the P/STILL button to pause the
STOP/EJ
ECT
or counterclockwise. picture.
HIGH PICTUR
E REC
LOCK • The screen will fast forward or fast • Turn the JOG dial to view slow reverse
RESET

AUDIO
ON CO
UNT
CNT.MEM
O CLEAR
rewind. playback or turn the JOG dial to view slow
REV
• The speed is variable by a amount forward playback.
TIME MODE
ER
REC LO
CK
of turning the SHUTTLE ring. • Press the PLAY button to view the normal
POW HIGH E
PICTUR
picture again.

1 3
TIME
MODE
RE
W
• When the slow play is continued for about

F.F
TRAC
KING/S
ET
• Then you can not hear the sound. five minutes, the tape is stopped
SHIFT
V-LO
CK

• When the picture trembles up and down automatically.

during slow playback, press the V-LOCK

PLAYBACK
button. After proper adjustment, view
the slow playback.

2 To return to normal playback

• Release the SHUTTLE ring.
• Press the TIME MODE button, and view
the picture at the desired slow speed.
RE
W

F.F
When viewing special playback pictures You may not hear normal sound during playback To hear the normal sound
• Occurrence of noise on the screen does not indicate any trouble. • L2H recording tape – L2H playback ➝ Normal • The sound can be recorded only in
• The tape recorded by other VCR may show severe noise. • L6H recording tape – L6H playback ➝ Normal L6H, L18H and L30H and you can
– L18H/L30H playback ➝ Slow sound hear the normal sound only when
• L18H recording tape – L6H playback ➝ Fast sound playing at the recorded speed.
– L18H playback ➝ Normal
• L30H recording tape – L6H/L18H playback ➝ Fast sound
– L30H playback ➝ Normal

23 24
 VARIOUS PLAYBACK(CONT.)

PLAY RE
W
F.F
REC

P/STILL

REC CH
ECK
4 For viewing a reverse
playback picture
• During normal playback, reverse
5 For L18H, L30H
hours playback
• Press the TIME MODE
6 Still picture
Press the P/STILL button
to view a still picture
7 When viewing still
scene by scene
• Press the P/STILL button.
STOP/EJ
ECT playback can be used by pressing button to let the front • Then you can not hear the • Then you can not hear the
LOCK
REV. display show L18H or sound. sound.
E REC

O CLEAR
RESET
HIGH PICTUR

• Reverse playback is only available L30H. • Do not leave the picture in • When turing JOG dial
CNT.MEM

REV
AUDIO
ON CO
UNT

in L6H mode. • Tape is played back at a pause for long periods of continually, the picture
REC LO
CK • During reverse playback, sound slower speed than the L6H time as it may cause moves only one frame at a
POW
ER
HIGH E
PICTUR cannot be heard. playback. damage to the video head time.
and the tape.

SHIFT
V-LO
CK
TRAC
KING/S
ET
TIME
MODE

6,7 • Press the REV or the PLAY button

during the reverse playback to
playback normally.
• You can not hear normal
sound from the L18H/L30H
hours-recorded tape.
• When the picture is
continually paused for about
five minutes, the tape is
• Press the PLAY button to
return to normal playback.

4 • Noise may occur on the

screen. played automatically.

PLAYBACK
• To view a clean picture, • When the picture trembles
choose the L6H playback up and down, press the

5 REV. or slow playback mode. V-LOCK buttons for

proper adjustment.

To return to normal playback

• Press the PLAY button to
return to normal playback.

SHIFT
TIME MODE V-LOCK

When rewinding the tape FRONT DISPLAY

• Set the counter at the original position ( )
by pressing the CLEAR button when starting C.MEMO
the recording or playback. Press the counter
memory button. When turning the SHUTTLE
ring counterclockwise in the stop mode after
completion of recording and progressing of
playback, the tape stops at the starting Display of counter Display of
position ( ) of the recording or playback. current position counter memory

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 RECORD LOCKING
This unit features a recording safety function and other various recording
functions for multi-purpose applications including monitoring and
observation. You should familiarize yourself with its operation.

RECORDING Set before Recording

Selecting
method

When you want to

Operating
method

• Press the REC LOCK

Description of
operation

• Pressing the REC LOCK button to

secure recording button to set "REC begin REC LOCK mode.
Check to make sure of LOCK" REC LOCK lamp will be on.
current time • No buttons can be entered in the
REC LOCK mode except the
• For program recording current time must be RESET button.
OFF
correct. REC LOCK • The recording continues even
• If you have not set the current time yet, refer after the power restore.
to the section on setting time and date
(Refer to 13 page).

Is the record safety tab on • Press the REC LOCK • REC LOCK lamp will be off.
button again.
the tape in place? REC LOCK
OFF

With the tab in place

• The tape can be recorded over

RECORDING
again.

Prevention tab
Operations when the tape ends during recording
Without the tab in place
• The tape cannot be recorded * Repeat record after automatic rewind.
over unless the tab is replaced by • When REPEAT ON is selected on the menu (However, when even one alarm recording is
a piece of scotch tape. made the VCR will eject the tape and power on).
Scotch tape * Power on after tape is ejected
• When reaching the end of tape except repeat recording after automatic rewind.

REFERENCE

Condensation
• If the video is moved from a cool to a warm place suddenly, installed in a humid place or exposed to cold
air from an air conditioner, water drops may be generated on the video head due to the abrupt change in
temperature.
Using the video in this state may cause a malfunction in this product or the tape.
If the video is moved from a cool to a warm place, plug the power cord in, press the power button and
maintain the ON state for 1~2 hours before using.

27 28
 BASIC RECORDING

1 Press the VCR power

2 3
REC

PLAY RE
W
F.F

P/STILL
Insert the tape with the Select the recording speed
ECK
button erasure prevention tab facing • Recording speed is selected on the main
REC CH

out menu or using TIME MODE (Refer to

STOP/EJ
ECT page 17).
HIGH PICTUR
E REC
LOCK • Recording speed selected is shown on the
COUNT
CNT.MEM
O CL
EAR
RESET
display.
ON REC
AUDIO
REV F.F
W
RE
PLAY P/STILL

CK
REC CHE
CK
REC LO

4,7 POWER
ER
POW
ECT
HIGH E STOP/EJ

PICTUR REC LOCK

HIGH PICTURE
R RESET
O CLEA
NT CNT.MEM
ON COU
AUDIO
REV

MODE K
TIME REC LOC

5
R
POWE HIGH E
ET
KING/S
PICTUR

TRAC
SHIFT
CK MODE
V-LO TIME
ET
KING/S
MENU SHIF
T
CK
TRAC

V-LO

MENU

6,7 Prevention tab

1
4 Press the REC button
5 Press the REC CHECK
6 Press the P/STILL button
7 Press the REC or P/STILL button

RECORDING
• Recording starts button • If pausing for more than five minutes it stops to record again
• If the erasure prevention tab is missing, • You can check on the record quality automatically for self-protection of the video.
the tape stops, the alarm sounds five while recording. The VCR will If pausing for long periods of time, be sure to
times and the tape is ejected. playback the video recorded a few press the STOP button.
seconds prior to pressing the REC
CHECK button.
REC P/STILL
P/STILL
REC REC CHECK

Recording time table • This unit is designed for T-120 tapes.

REFERENCE • Use only the tape marked • Whenever possible, use T-120 tapes for typical recording.
Minimum record time from chart
below must be made before REC
CHECK will function.
What is an To protect a To record again
accidental erasure recording • Attach scotch tape to TIME REC MIN TIME REC MIN
prevention? MODE TIME MODE TIME Tape Maximum recording time
• Remove the erasure the area where the L6H 5 seconds 168H 7 minutes
• It is device which prevention tab. erasure prevention L18H 30 seconds 240H 10 minutes type L6H L18H L30H 72H 120H 168H 240H 480H 960H
protects the contents tab is removed. L30H 1 minutes 480H 20 minutes T-120 6hours 18hours 30hours 72hours 120hours 168hours 240hours 480hours 960hours
of recording on the 72H 3 minutes 960H 40 minutes T-90 4hours 13hours 22hours 54hours 90hours 126hours 180hours 360hours 720hours
tape or allows to 120H 5 minutes 30minutes 30minutes 30minutes
record over it again.
T-60 3hours 9hours 15hours 36hours 60hours 84hours 120hours 240hours 480hours
T-30 1hours 4hours 7hours 18hours 30hours 42hours 60hours 120hours 240hours
Erasure Erasure 30minutes 30minutes 30minutes
prevention tab prevention tab
29 30
 SERIES RECORDING ALARM RECORDING
This is a convenient function in which when two or more VCRs are
connected the second unit starts recording when the tape on the first unit
reaches the end. If the VCR is connected to equipment with an alarm output such as a frame switcher,
motion detector or door switch, the VCR will function according to the time and mode
selected on the ALARM REC menu when an alarm is received.
The below diagram is set 6H mode for ALARM REC.
Connecting Operating Description
method method of operation
L18H~L30H L18H~L30H
• Select to No. 4 in the MENU • When the tape in the first unit 6H 6H
Refer to the L18H~L960H
mode recording
L18H~L960H
mode recording
connection • Select to "ON" for SERIES arrives at its end during mode recording mode recording
method for using the SHIFT † and ¤ recording, the second unit begins
series recording button. recording. When the tape in the
Timelapse recording Alarm recording Timelapse recording Alarm recording
(page 38) second unit arrives at its end and
during recording, the next unit
begins recording if connected. Start of Enter of Enter of alarm reset Enter of
• When the series recording mode recording alarm signal or over selected time alarm signal
is selected, the second unit
performs recording even if the Connecting Operating Description of
power is turned off. method method operating
• As a constant alarm sounding,
you can clear it by only Connect the alarm • Select to MODE and • AUTO: The alarm recording time is
pressing any key. output equipment DURATION on automatically determined by input of
as follows; ALARM REC SETUP the alarm signal.
in setting MENU3. • 20sec~5min: Alarm recording is made
1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT
6 TAPE END OUT 7 SERIES OUT
3 ALARM RESET 4 ERROR OUT
8 GND 9 SERIES IN
5 TRIGGER OUT
10 1 SHOT RECIN
(Refer to ALARM for 20 seconds~5 minutes after input of

RECORDING
REC SETUP, page 16) the alarm signal.
IN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

• When connecting with • TAPE END: Alarm recording is made

IN OUT
SAMSUNG'S FS- up to the end of the tape after input of
OUT

81MA (FRAME the alarm signal.

AUDIO VIDEO
SWITCHER), it is • When the alarm signal is entered, the
on the front display is turned on.
convenient, if the
• When the alarm recording is ended,
switch is placed in
VIDEO GND ALARM the on the front display flashes.
OUT OUT automatic position. • When you want to cancel the alarm
during alarm recording, make a
ALARM
connection between the alarm release
RESET and the alarm grounding for more than
0.5 second, when the alarm release is
(Refer to page 38)
entered, the alarm recording is stopped.
• When an alarm signal is received and
the BUZZER ON is selected in the
menu, the alarm sounds continuously.
To silence the buzzer, press any button.

REFERENCE

RESET button When pressing the RESET button

• Use this button when the VCR or • All the entered information such as reserve recording set
display does not operate normally even time, current time, and alarm information is erased.
though the power is turned on. • The power is turned off, and there is no picture at all. When
• The RESET button is on the right side of the power is turned on again, 2001-1-1 MON flashes on the
the Front Panel. display of the screen. 12:00:00 L6H
• Press the RESET button using a ball • The current time is erased and must be reset.
point pen or a pencil.

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 ALARM FUNCTIONS
The alarm functions include the alarm recording, alarm checking alarm clear, and alarm
counter memory. (Refer to Alarm Recording, page 32)

CHECKING OF ALARM RECORDING ALARM COUNTER MEMORY

1 Press the MENU button

1. Place the ¤ sign in the “ALARM
REC SETUP/RECALL” position
• When an alarm recording is not
made, there is no display on the
screen display.
1 Press the CNT. MEMO
• Press the CNT. MEMO button twice, then
the front display indicates "A. MEMO".
2 Turn the SHUTTLE ring
clockwise or counterclockwise
• When turning the shuttle ring the tape
using the SHIFT † button. • The ALARM RECALL screen moves forward (backward). When it
2. Press the SHIFT ¤ button, then displays the “6” most recent arrives at the alarm recording in only
the “ALARM RECALL” displays. alarm recorded events with the date L6H mode encounted first, it pauses for
3. Press the MENU button after and time of each. 5 seconds and then stops.
checking. • If the alarm is recorded at 12:00,
13:00, 15:00, 17:00 and 19:00 on RE
W W

F.F
RE

F.F
December 25, 2001. CNT MEMO A.MEMO

ALARM CLEAR

1 2
ALARM RECALL
YEAR DATE TIME example) When the alarm recording is made Press the CLEAR button
1 2001 12/25 19:00:00 at No. 12. • The counter position on the front display
2 2001 12/25 17:00:00
3 2001 12/25 15:00:00
Press the COUNTER button indicates " ".
4 2001 12/25 13:00:00 • A-12 is indicated at the counter position • The " " is turned off.
5 2001 12/25 12:00:00 on the front display. • When pressing the CLEAR button while
6 • From " ", the "12" indicates the the alarm check screen is displayed, all
frequencies of alarm recording. the data and time in memory are

FUNCTION
END:MENU
• It is possible to display up to " " erased.
• When the alarm recording is made, the
on " " the front display flashes.

CLEAR
COUNT

REC
F.F
W
RE
PLAY P/STILL

ECK
REC CH

ECT
STOP/EJ

LOCK

CNT.MEM
O CLE
AR
RESET
HIGH PICTUR
E REC
REFERENCE REFERENCE
ON COUNT
AUDIO
REV

POW
ER
REC LO
CK
Display of operating time The alarm sounds five times in the following cases; The alarm sounds continuously in the following cases;
HIGH E
PICTUR
• When a tape without an erasure prevention tab is inserted. • When the tape arrives at its end in the recording mode.
• When the front display indicates , press the • When the alarm signal is entered for alarm recording.

MENU
SHIFT
V-LOC
K
TRAC
KING/S
ET
TIME
MODE

112 2 COUNTER button twice.

The operating time is then indicated on the front display.
example) When operated for 11 hours.
– When the series signal is entered. (long sound)
– When the alarm signal is entered.
– When the record button is pressed.
– When the alarm recording is ended the alarm is released.
– The alarm is released when pressing any button
– When the alarm signal is entered with the tape ejected.
(long sound)
– When pressing TIMER button.
HOUR • When pressing the REC button with the tape ejected.
Auto repeat recording

1 • If the counter button is not entered within 5 seconds

when checking the operating time, the status of the
front display returns to the state prior to checking the
• When the alarm signal is entered during alarm recording.
• When the rewinding is completed after the tape arrives at
its end, recording is restarted.
(The alarm sounds during rewinding only.)
• If alarm recording is made, tape is ejected.
display of operating time.
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 HIGH PICTURE CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS
You can see the high picture. Understanding the following functions will give you a convenient way of finding information.

Connecting Operating Description of

CONNECTION method method operation
When you want to Set the A.MEMO display using The position of the alarm recording is
quickly view the picture the CNT. MEMO button. located and the VCR enters pause mode for
from the location of the Then, turn the shuttle ring to 5 seconds. The tape is playedback when
alarm recording. rewind. pressing the PLAY button. When there is no
SVR-960NRT button entry within 5 seconds, the tape is
stopped automatically.
1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT 3 ALARM RESET 4 ERROR OUT 5 TRIGGER OUT
6 TAPE END OUT 7 SERIES OUT 8 GND 9 SERIES IN 10 1 SHOT RECIN

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 When you want to know Press the MENU button in stop The monitor screen shows the following.
IN
the alarm recorded time mode.
IN OUT
and day quickly. Select the ALARM RECALL ALARM RECALL
OUT
using the SHIFT † and ¤ YEAR DATE TIME
button. 1 2001 12/25 19:00:00
AUDIO VIDEO 2 2001 12/25 17:00:00
3 2001 12/25 15:00:00
4 2001 12/25 13:00:00
5 2001 12/25 12:00:00
6

END:MENU

When you want to know When pressing the COUNT The numerals of the alarm counter indicate
the numbers of alarm button once, the alarm counter is the frequencies of alarm recording. It is
recordings. indicated on the display. possible up to 99. A-11 (It indicates that the
Camera Example) A-11 alarm recording is mode 11 times).

FUNCTION
TV Monitor When you want to Connect the trigger output of the This VCR records the input of each camera
switch over the camera outside equipment. frame by frame, field by field and then
input of outside Refer to the connecting methods switches.
equipment automatically (page 37) Record in the Time
(using the trigger Lapse mode.
function).

• With high picture switch set to ON, high definition pictures only will be recorded.
• HIGH PICTURE turns on from front panel. When you want to view Press the TIME MODE button to
the high speed picture set it in the "L6H" mode. Then
REC LOCK
recorded in the time press the PLAY button.
lapse mode.
HIGH
PICTURE
(If recorded in the
L18H~960H mode)
• Press the HIGH PICTURE switch to turn on the lamp.
When with L18H/L30H Press the TIME MODE button. If you press the TIME MODE button, then
playing the tape recorded (Playback L18H/L30H, only) sound comes out.
with L18H/L30H (In case a sound is recorded.)
HIGH PICTURE

CAUTION

• If the HIGH PICTURE switch is set to OFF when playing back a high definition recording, you
cannot see a high definition picture.
• Don’t record a color picture and B/W picture with a same tape by turns.
• If the recorded tape is in high picture mode ON, play it in high picture mode ON to see a high
definition picture. If it is in mode OFF, play it in mode OFF.

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 METHOD OF CONNECTION SERIES RECORDING, ALARM
CONNECTIONS
Connection with FS-81MA (Samsung Frame Switcher) Connecting for series recording
IN OUT IN OUT IN OUT

VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO

1
(TV or MONITOR)

2
(Camera)

8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

7 SERIES OUT 8 GND 9 SERIES IN

ALARM IN

GND • Select the SERIES REC ON in the menu. • Connect the second series output to the
(Refer to page 17, REC MODE SETUP) next series input, and connect the
TRIGGER OUT • Connect the first series output to the second series grounding to the next
second series input, and connect the first series grounding.
series grounding to the second series
1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT
6 TAPE END OUT 7 SERIES OUT
3 ALARM RESET 4 ERROR OUT
8 GND 9 SERIES IN
5 TRIGGER OUT
10 1 SHOT RECIN
grounding.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 2 8 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 R/T A/O
IN
IN OUT CAMERA
PB
IN
REC MONITOR
OUT OUT GND
OUT VCR

FS-81MA
Connecting for alarm recording
AUDIO VIDEO

CONNEC-
TION
Rear of VIDEO OUT Video input Rear of SVR-960NRT (Outside unit)
SVR-960NRT from monitor
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4
VIDEO IN

• Refer to the owner's manual of FS-81MA • When connecting with FS-81MA, it is

for detailed information about FS-81MA. convenient, if the ALARM DURATION is
• R/T: REC TRIGGER IN placed in "AUTO" position.
• A/O: ALARM OUT • You do not have to connect the ALARM 1 ALARM IN 2 ALARM OUT 1 GND 2 ALARM RESET
OUT, ALARM RESET input of the video. 3 ALARM RESET 8 GND 3 ALARM IN 4 ALARM OUT

(CAUTION) In the case of an outside unit, use connections that are appropriate for the alarm
sensor in use.

• In the case of an outside unit, it is not necessary to make any connection if there is not any alarm
reset output and alarm input.

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 MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING
If the picture is not clear on the screen, use the cleaning tape. Check to see whether you contact service center.

If the cleaning tape is playbacked for a long time, it may be harmful for the head.
.
No power. Won't record or playback
1 Drop six to seven drops
of head cleaning solution
on the cleaning tape.
2 Insert the cleaning tape
into your video and press
the PLAY button.
• Check to see whether
plugged in.
the power cord is • Check to see whether
the tape is inserted.
and then insert it
• Pull out the power cord,
• Press the RESET butto again.
n on the front panel.
tton on the front
F.F
REC

31 • Press the "RESET" bu

panel.
W
RE
PLAY P/STILL

K
REC CHEC

T
STOP/EJEC

G TAP
E RESET
HIGH PICTURE
REC LOCK

31
ANIN
CLEAR
T CNT.MEMO

CLE
ON COUN
AUDIO
REV

K
REC LOC

UID POWE
R

LIQ
HIGH E
PICTUR

ING
LEAN TIME
MODE

C TRACKI
NG/SE
T

T
SHIF
CK
V-LO

MENU

CLE
AN
ING
TAP
E
3 After about 15 seconds,
press the STOP button to
stop the operation.
• Use the cleaning tape one more
time when there is no normal
picture.
STOP/EJECT

No picture. Won’t record.

• Check to see whether the

safety tab is removed from
the input selection of the Use a tape with an attache the tape.
• Check to see whether removed from the tape, atta
d safety tab. If the safety tab
has been
ected.
monitor is properly conn • Check to see whether the
ch scotch tape to it for record
ing.
the video input/output on the tape has come to its end.
• Check to see whether Replace the tape or rewind
properly connected. the tape.
rear side of the unit are to
• Check to see whether the
P/STILL button has been pre
the power is connected Release the P/STILL button ssed.
• Check to see whether • Make sure time and date
.

MAINTEN-
the VCR. on VCR are set (Refer to Rec
Change the head under the When the screen does not show a ording)

ANCE
following conditions good picture
• The picture is not clear on the screen as the head is 1. First press the TRACKING button.
worn due to use of the video for an extended period of 2. Check to see whether the video output is properly
time. connected.
• The head can be worn when using damaged or 3. Insert the cleaning tape. When the screen image is not
defective tapes or using the cleaning tape several times. improved even after repeating the above procedures,
• The service life of the head varies depending upon the contact your dealer or service center.
environmental conditions for use (temperature, humidity,
dust, etc.). Replace the head when using your unit for
more then 3,000 hours.

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 TROUBLESHOOTING(CONT.D) TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D)

Trouble Checks and adjustments

The tape cannot be inserted. • Check to see whether the power plug is inserted into
The picture quality the wall outlet.
is poor with a lot of Won't Eject • Check to see whether the tape has already been
inserted.
noise • Insert the tape with the tape window facing up. (Refer to
• Check to see whether n eject button after VCR page 21).
the tape is recorded by • Press power button the
another VCR.
first turns on. is
• Check to see whether the programmed recording The tape cannot be ejected. • Check the power is turned on. If it is turned off, press
• Press the "TRACKING"
the head is dirty. • Check to see whether
button on the front the POWER button, and then press the eject button.
set.
panel of the video for ad
justment or clean the
head using the cleaning No program recording. • Check to see whether the program recording input is
tape.
properly set.
• Check to see whether the current time is properly set.
• Check to see whether the power is turned off.
• Check to see whether the is turned on the display.

No editing with other equipment. • Check to see whether proper connections are made.

The record button does • Check for reserved recording. You need to press the
not function. power button only.
• The button cannot be pressed when the REC LOCK
switch is “ON”. (If you want to enter the button place the
REC LOCK switch in the "OFF", and then press the
button.

Playback picture is noisy. • Press the "TRACKING" button for adjustment. If there is
Won't Timer no improvement, clean the head using the cleaning
tape.
record
ing is set 19~20
• Make sure timer record • If there is any other problem contact service center.
properly.
rrent time is
• Check to see that the cu 13
correct on the VC R.
• Check if power is off. l.
tor is lit on the front pane

MAINTEN-
• Make sure " " indica

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 DAILY CHECKS BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE

This video is designed for use on Daily checks 1 See SERVICE GUIDE for periodic service checks.

a consistent basis therefore,

please check the VCR condition
before use, daily. 1 Turn on the VCR power
• Check to see whether there is good
2 Careless handling by the user is not covered.
Strong impacts.
• When there is any abnormal operation or quality picture on the TV monitor. Video head damage due to improper cleaning.
trouble of the VCR during daily checking, • Check to see whether the time and date Foreign substances entering the unit.
take appropriate actions referring to are correct. Unauthorized internal modification by the user.
"trouble checks" section on pages 40~42. Use in high or low temperature, high humidity, or smoky areas.
• If the abnormal operation or trouble Operation other than described in the instructions.

2 Rewind a little of
W
RE

F.F
remains unresolved, pull out the power Use of power sources other than specified for the unit.
the tape recorded
cable, and then contact your dealer. on the previous
day. 3 Operating Time Counter
Note that it displays a maximum time of 9999.
Refer to Alarm Function for proper operation.

3 PLAY
Press the PLAY
button for playback.
• Check to see whether
there is any problem
during playback.
• Check to see whether the
The table of Cleaning Lubrication and replacement time
recorded time and date about principal parts
are properly set.
• This table is for normal temperature and humidity. It is necessary to check more frequently under
extreme conditions.
• The life of the cylinder assembly depends on the operation conditions.
• If you have any questions. Please contact an authorized technician.

4 TIME MODE
Set the TIME MODE
to "L6H".
▲ : Cleaning ● : Check & replacement as necessary
500 1000 2000 3000
◆ : Add Oil
4000 5000
: Change
6000 8000 10000
TAPE GUIDE POSTS ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲
CYLINDER ASSY ▲ ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

5 In the case of too much noise on

the screen.
PINCH ROLLER
CAPSTAN MOTOR
▲
▲
▲
▲
▲
▲
▲
▲
▲
▲
●
▲
●
▲
●
▲

MAINTEN-
• Clean the Head using cleaning tape.

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BELT PULLEY ● ● ● ● ● ●
SOLENOID BRAKE UNIT ● ● ●

*Remark
– The clean the parts, use patch and alcohol(solvent).
– After cleaning, use the video tape after alcohol has dired completely.
– We recommend to use oil [EP-56] or solvent.
– One or two drops of oil should be applied after cleaning with alcohol.
– Apply oil periodically (Apply oil after cleaning)
– Applying oil excessively may cause malfunction.

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 SPECIFICATIONS

Recording Type Rotation head azimuth recording type, luminance signal FM recording type,
color signal down converted direct recording type

Signal Type NTSC type

Tape Speed 11.12 mm/sec (6-hour mode)

Applicable Video Tape type video tape (T-30, T-60, T-90, T-120)

Recording Time 6H/L18H/L30H/72H/120H/168H/240H/480H/960H/000H : SVR-960NRT

(T-120 tape)

Rewinding Time Approximately 100 seconds (T-120 tape, In case of rewind time)

Image Input, output 1.0 Vp-p (unbalanced) 75 ohm

Image S/N Above 43dB (6-hour recording)

Sound Input -8dB (6-hour mode)

Sound Output -8dB (6-hour mode) ELECTRONICS

Sound S/N Above 40 dB (6-hour recording)

Characteristics of 100-5,000Hz (6-hour recording)

Sound Frequency

Rated Voltage AC100~240V

Rated Frequency 50~60Hz

Power Consumption 16W

Ambient Temperature 5˚C ~ 40˚C

Installation Conditions Operating position-Horizontal
Relative humidity: Below 80%

Dimensions 430mm(W) x 90.5mm (H) x 311.5mm (D)

Weight 4.3Kg

Accessories User's manual

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