TLR2096 Time-Lapse VCR Installation/ Operation Manual C651M (7/99) Pelco • 3500 Pelco Way, Clovis • CA 93612-5699 USA www.pelco.
CONTENTS Section Page 1.0 GENERAL .................................................................................................. 5 1.1 SAFEGUARDS, WARNINGS, CAUTION, AND CARE ...................... 6 1.2 REGULATORY NOTICES .................................................................. 8 1.3 UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................... 8 2.0 OVERVIEW ................................................................................................ 9 2.
8.2 TIMER RECORDING ........................................................................ 34 8.2.1 Programming Procedure ....................................................... 34 8.2.2 Special DW Settings ............................................................. 34 8.2.3 Avoid Mistakes When Using The Timer ................................ 35 8.3 ALARM RECORDING ...................................................................... 35 8.3.1 Alarm Recording Connection .................................
LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Figure 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Page Typical System Setup ....................................................................... 13 Connecting VCR To Multiplexer ........................................................ 14 Front View ......................................................................................... 15 Fluorescent Display ..........................................................................
1.0 GENERAL 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 SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. AVERTISSEMENT DANGER D’ÉLECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR AVERTISSEMENT: POUR ÉLIMINER TOUT RISQUE D’ÉLECTROCUTION, NE PAS OUVRIR LE COUVERCLE (OU LA PARTIE ARRIÈRE). AUCUNE PIECE RÉPARABLE PAR L’UTILISATEUR NE SE TROUVE À L’INTÉRIEUR.
1.1 SAFEGUARDS, WARNINGS, CAUTION, AND CARE Observe the following WARNINGS before installing and using this product. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the VCR. Instructions Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the VCR. Keep the instructions for future reference. Follow all operating and use instructions. Heed all warnings on the equipment and in the operating instructions.
Cleaning Unplug the VCR from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Clean with a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent and water. Wipe dry. NEVER USE PETROLEUM-BASED SOLUTIONS. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by Pelco as they may cause hazards. Accessories Do not place the VCR on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The VCR may fall, seriously injuring a person or damaging the equipment.
Care Of Video Cassette Tape 1. Avoid violent vibration and shock. 2. Do not place near a strong magnetic field (near a motor, transformer, or magnet). 3. Never place or store in direct sunlight. 4. Avoid dusty places. 5. Place the cassette in the cassette case and store vertically. 6. Never store tapes in a high humidity location. 1.2 REGULATORY NOTICES NOTE: 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.
2.0 OVERVIEW 2.1 INTRODUCTION TO TIME-LAPSE RECORDERS Time-lapse recording permits longer than ordinary recording times. The primary reason for using time-lapse recording in a CCTV security system is that a single VCR tape can be used for an extended period of time beyond the standard recording time. The following explains how time-lapse recording works. The actual recording on VCRs is a series of still pictures or fields. Standard consumer VHS recorders store 60 fields (30 frames) per second.
NOTE: The battery backup is for memory only—the VCR does not continue recording if the power goes out. If you want to keep recording during an outage, make sure the VCR system is on your UPS (uninterruptible power supply) system. 10 • Automatic Head Cleaning—The VCR automatically removes foreign matter from the heads when a cassette is inserted for continuous smooth operation. • Easy Setup Using A Monitor—The on-screen menus simplify setup programming.
3.0 QUICK START 3.1 BASIC START NOTE: This section is intended for people experienced in working with time-lapse recorders and installing CCTV systems. 1. Decide where to locate the VCR. Do all system hookups first (camera, multiplexer, etc.) if you are installing the VCR in a location where you cannot access its rear panel. 2. Connect the VCR to other equipment (Sections 4.2 and 4.3). 3. Plug in the VCR and press the POWER button. You should see the time and date displayed on the monitor. 4.
4.0 INSTALLATION 4.1 PRE-INSTALLATION CAUTIONS 1. Provide secure power to system components. Prevent overloading or shorting by dedicating power circuits to the surveillance equipment. Restrict access to the surveillance system circuit breakers, switches, and equipment power cords. 2. Surveillance system components must be operationally compatible. Time-lapse recording speeds and dwell times of any accessory switching equipment must be compatible with each other. 3.
4. 5. If you are not using a switcher, refer to Figure 1. • Connect the camera (video output) to the rear of the VCR (video input BNC). Connect the VCR (video output BNC) to the monitor (video input). • Connect the alarm input to the VCR (SET IN and GND [ground] terminals). • If you are using a 600 Ω microphone, connect it to the VCR (MIC IN jack). Connect the VCR (audio output connector) to the monitor (audio input). If you are using a switcher, refer to Section 4.3.
4.3 CONNECTING THE VCR TO A MULTIPLEXER Figure 2 shows how to connect the VCR to an MX4000 Series Genex™ Multiplexer. • For Automatic Speed Tracking (“B” lines in Figure 2) This lets the VCR control the multiplexer’s recording speed. It is the most efficient recording method. • NOTE: Cameras and monitors are connected to the multiplexer. Figure 2 shows the connection between the VCR and an MX4000 Series Genex™ Multiplexer. Refer to the multiplexer manual for additional component connections. 1.
5.0 CONTROLS 5.1 FRONT PANEL 4 5 3 2 1 POWER REC EJECT STOP VIDEO COLOR B/W PICTURE DISPLAY SOFT SHARP POSITION/ TRACKING VERTICAL ADJUST I HGF COUNTER RESET Fluorescent display 1. POWER button Press for on; press again for off. The POWER indicator illuminates when the VCR is turned on. 2. EJECT button Press to remove the cassette. 3. Cassette loading slot Insert the cassette in this slot to load it. 4. STOP button Press to halt all tape-related functions.
5.2 FLUORESCENT DISPLAY 1 2 3 4 M PL ALARM INDEX 5 78 9 6 A MODE SP EP S SKIP EMGCY H LOCK PLAY F E D C 1. M (counter memory) indicator Illuminates during rewind for counter memory mode. 2. PL (power loss) indicator Illuminates when there is a power failure during recording. 3. ALARM indicator Flashes during alarm recording and stays on when the alarm recording is finished. 4. INDEX indicator Flashes during recording of the date/hour index signal and lights during an index search.
5.3 REAR PANEL WARNING: The included power cord is used for 120 VAC, 60 Hz. Never connect the power cord to any outlet or power supply having a different voltage or frequency. 1 24 6 9 A 3 5 78 SET ÉMIC RST IN IN REC GND ALM MODE CLK CALL OUT RESET OUT AUDIO IN VIDEO OUT REMOTE GF E D C B NOTE: Make sure the power cord is unplugged before making any rear terminal connections. 1. AC power socket The power cord plugs into this socket. Insert the cord firmly. 2.
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6.0 PROGRAMMING 6.1 GENERAL PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Note: If the VCR is connected to an MX4000 Series Genex™ Multiplexer, make sure the multiplexer is in the VCR mode and singlecamera display. Momentarily press the VIEW button on the multiplexer, then press the DISPLAY button on the VCR. Pelco Manual C651M (7/99) The following is a universal procedure that shows how programming is done on the VCR.
6.2 QUICK GUIDE TO TLR2096 MENU STRUCTURE The operating parameters of the VCR are set through various on-screen menus. Program your choices on the menus according to the instructions on the following pages. DISPLAY MODE TIME DATE SIZE 1 SMALL Ex. 11 – 11 – 97 09 : 21 : 33 TIME AND DATE DISPLAY
6.3 MAIN MENU DISPLAY TIME DATE SEARCH TIMER PROGRAM RECORDING SET UP REAR TERMINAL MAINTENANCE FIRST TIME SET UP ) Use JOG to select, and ENTER. Press DISPLAY to exit. • DISPLAY Sets the display format of the time and date on the monitor. • TIME DATE SEARCH Sets the time/date and direction to search for a desired location on a tape. • TIMER PROGRAM Sets the timed recordings. • RECORDING SET UP Sets the alarm recording mode, alarm recording duration, and emergency recording.
6.5 TIME DATE SEARCH MENU )
6.6 TIMER PROGRAM MENU )123 4 5 6 7 8 Program number DW START END HR --- -- :-- --:-- --DAY 08 : 40 17 : 25 L18EP MON 22 : 00 22 : 50 72EP WED 22 : 00 22 : 50 96EP SPL 20 : 30 23 : 30 2SP MON 10 : 10 11 : 15 SKIP SUN 23 : 30 00 : 15 6EP MON 21 : 00 21 : 54 2SP SPECIAL DW MON-FRI Day of the week Recording start time Next day indicator Recording end time Recording mode display (program number) This number identifies the program.
6.7 RECORDING SET UP MENU ) ALARM REC MODE 2H ALARM REC DURATION 1M EMERGENCY REC OFF Figure 12. Recording Set Up Menu ALARM REC MODE Sets the alarm recording mode. When you turn the JOG dial, the display switches in the following order: 2H, 6H, L18H, 2H. (Refer to Section 8.3.3 for programming instructions.) ALARM REC DURATION Sets the length of the alarm recording period.
CLOCK OUT Sets the number of frames or fields to record (depending on the recording mode) at the CLOCK OUT terminal. 1. 2. First, set the recording mode for the CLOCK OUT pulse output in the Rear Terminal menu. • REC – When recording in any mode. • T/L-REC – When recording in time-lapse mode (L18H, 72H, 96H). Second, select the frequency interval by turning the SHUTTLE ring.
POWER LOSS LIST CLEAR Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right and the words POWER LOSS LIST CLEAR will be displayed. When you turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left, the list will be cleared. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right to return to the Maintenance menu. ALARM LIST CLEAR Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right and the words ALARM LIST CLEAR will be displayed. When you turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left, the list will be cleared. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right to return to the Maintenance menu. 6.
1 2 3 01-01-97 WED A0001 00:00:00 L18 DISPLAY MODE 2 1. Month-Day-Year 2. Day of the week 4 56 3. Alarm recording number 4. Hour:Minute:Second Figure 17. Display Mode 2 5. Daylight Savings Time symbol or power failure symbol 6. Recording mode • A 24-hour display is used: 00:00 indicates midnight; 12:00, noon; and 15:00, 3 p.m. • The day of the week is automatically set. • An alarm recording number is displayed during alarm recording. 6.10.
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7.0 LOADING/UNLOADING/PROTECTING THE TAPE CASSETTE You can load video cassette tapes into your VCR as long as it is plugged into a power source. Loading a cassette automatically turns the VCR on even if its power switch is turned off. Use only video cassette tapes marked VHS. Use only standard grade VHS cassette tapes for reliable video recording. Do not use Pro, Hi-Fi, and High Grade tapes—they may damage the video heads. Do not use a T-160 tape when recording in 72H – 96H modes. 7.
8.0 RECORDING 8.1 MANUAL RECORDING NOTES: • Press the PAUSE/SHUTTLE HOLD button to momentarily stop recording. Press the button again to resume recording. • To protect the tape, the pause mode is automatically released after about five minutes. See Figure 18. 1. Load a cassette with the erasure prevention tab intact. 2. Press the REC/PLAY MODE buttons (+/-) to select the desired recording mode. 3. Use the VIDEO switch to pick either color or black and white (B/W) recording.
8.1.2 Record Check Function When the VCR is recording, press the PLAY button for more than 1.5 seconds and then release. The tape rewinds a little and then plays back the recording just made. When the tape reaches the spot where you pressed the PLAY button, the VCR returns to record mode. 8.1.3 Audio Recording Either apply the specified line input signal to the AUDIO IN connector or connect the microphone to the MIC IN jack. If both are connected, the microphone is given priority.
8.1.4.2 Recommended Number Of Tape Uses Video tape wears during use. Use a new cassette according to Table E. (T-160 tape in lengthy time-lapse recording can stretch, resulting in poor playback or no playback.) Table E. Recommended Number Of Tape Uses Number Of Repeat Tape Uses Recording Time Mode T-120 Cassette T-160 Cassette 2H 100 50 6H L18H 72H 96H 100 60 15 15 50 30 Not recommended Not recommended 8.1.
8.1.6 Synchronous Recording Several camera images can be mixed together through a camera switcher and then recorded separately onto several VCRs. To do so, assign a camera to each VCR. The VCR records only the camera image assigned to it. This allows recording without gaps. If you have three VCRs, the video signals from the three cameras can be recorded separately by connecting the switcher as shown below. The programming procedure is as follows: 1.
8.2 TIMER RECORDING 8.2.1 Programming Procedure DISPLAY TIME DATE SEARCH TIMER PROGRAM RECORDING SET UP REAR TERMINAL MAINTENANCE FIRST TIME SET UP ) Use JOG to select, and ENTER. Press DISPLAY to exit. 1. Press the DISPLAY button to display the Main menu on the monitor. 2. Turn the JOG dial to select TIMER PROGRAM and turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right. The TIMER PROGRAM display will appear. 3. Turn the JOG dial to select the program number and turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right.
8.2.3 Avoid Mistakes When Using The Timer Refer to Table G if you get an error when pressing the TIMER REC button. Table G. Timer Recording Troubleshooting SYMPTOM FAULT TIMER REC indicator flashes. ACTION • A tape is not inserted. • A tape is loaded with the erasure prevention tab removed. • Date, time, or timer recording time is not set. • A menu is being programmed. 1. Press the TIMER REC button. 2. Correctly set the timer program. 3.
8.3.1 Alarm Recording Connection You can confirm an alarm from a distance by connecting the ALM (alarm) OUT terminal to an existing alarm system panel or other external device such as a buzzer. External alarm lamp and buzzer Alarm set switch SET MIC RST IN REC GND ALM MODE CLK CALL OUT IN RESET OUT AUDIO IN VIDEO OUT REMOTE Alarm reset switch Figure 23. Alarm Recording Connection 8.3.
8.3.3 Programming For Alarm Recording DISPLAY TIME DATE SEARCH TIMER PROGRAM RECORDING SET UP REAR TERMINAL MAINTENANCE FIRST TIME SET UP Use JOG to select, and ENTER. Press DISPLAY to exit. ) ) ALARM REC MODE 2H ALARM REC DURATION 1M EMERGENCY REC ON ALARM REC MODE 2H ALARM REC DURATION 1M EMERGENCY REC ON ) Alarm recording speeds up recording when the VCR is recording in one of the timelapse modes.
8.3.4 Emergency Recording Emergency alarm recording can start when an alarm is triggered even if the VCR is stopped or is programmed for timer recording. 1. Turn the JOG dial to select EMERGENCY REC and turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right. 2. Turn the JOG dial to select ON for emergency recording, or OFF to disable it. EMGCY lights up on the fluorescent display when EMERGENCY REC in the Recording Set Up menu is set to ON. 8.3.
9.0 PLAYBACK 9.1 PLAYBACK PROCEDURE 1 5 EJECT VIDEO COLOR B/W JOG/ADJUST REC POWER SHUTTLE CLEAR/ ENTER/ REW FF STOP PICTURE DISPLAY SOFT SHARP POSITION/ TRACKING VERTICAL ADJUST COUNTER RESET 3 COUNTER MEMORY/ SKIP/INDEX REC/PLAY MODE TIMER REC PLAY PAUAE SHUTTLE HOLD 2 4 1. Load a pre-recorded tape. (If the erasure prevention tab has been removed, the VCR automatically begins playback mode.) 3.
9.1.2 Audio Playback NOTES: • There is normal sound playback only when a tape recorded in 2HL18H modes is played back in its respective mode. The letter “L” mode (L18H) is for audio recording and playback on the linear track. Table H.
9.2.2 Direct Shuttle Ring You can also change the playback speed without entering pause mode by turning the SHUTTLE ring during playback. Releasing the SHUTTLE ring returns it to the center position and resumes normal playback.
9.3 LOCATING THE START OF ALARM RECORDINGS The VCR automatically inserts an index signal at the beginning of each alarm recording, so the start of each alarm can be located. 9.3.1 Index Search During fast forward or rewind, the VCR will search for alarm index signals. When it finds one, it plays back the tape and stays in still mode. 1. Press the COUNTER MEMORY/SKIP/INDEX button to illuminate INDEX on the fluorescent display. The number indicator will also be illuminated. 2.
9.4 ADJUSTMENT DURING PLAYBACK 9.4.1 Tracking Adjustment NOTES: • Noise bars may appear when in reverse playback or reverse slow mode. • Noise bars will move continuously through the picture when pressing and holding a TRACKING button (except in L18H playback mode). If noise appears in the picture during playback, fast playback, reverse playback, or forward/reverse slow playback, adjust the TRACKING buttons (+ and -) for the best picture.
9.4.2 Picture Quality Adjustment NOTE: This control is effective only during playback. This control lets you adjust the playback picture so the output is sharper or softer. 9.4.3 Vertical Adjustment NOTES: • Horizontal vibration cannot be corrected with the POSITION/ VERTICAL ADJUST buttons. Do the following to reduce or eliminate picture vibration at the top and bottom.
10.0 ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES 10.1 COUNTER 10.1.1 Counter Memory NOTE: The counter display is stored in memory when the power is turned off, so the same numbers will be displayed when the power is restored. Press the COUNTER MEMORY/SKIP/INDEX button repeatedly until the “M” indicator appears on the fluorescent display. Turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right and the tape will rewind to the 00000 position of the counter and stop. (The rewind to 00000 is slightly inaccurate.) 10.1.
10.4 ELAPSED TIME DISPLAY The elapsed time of recording and playback is stored in memory. Use the elapsed time as a guide for periodic replacement of parts. 1H 46 1. Press the DISPLAY button to display the Main menu. 2. Turn the JOG dial to select MAINTENANCE and turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right. The elapsed time (counted up to 89,999 hours) is displayed. 3. Press the DISPLAY button. The time display will appear.
11.0 TESTING 11.1 INITIAL SYSTEM TESTING Before using the newly-installed surveillance system, do the following: • Make test recordings at the time-lapse speeds you will be using. Test how the system performs with alarms. • Interrupt electrical power to check your installed power backup system (if applicable). • On playback, verify picture quality and that you can see the time/date display under normal and alarm conditions. 11.2 REGULAR SYSTEM TESTING Every day check that the system is operating.
12.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 12.1 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION AND WARNING DISPLAY The VCR uses self-diagnostics to detect internal malfunctions during recording. If one occurs, the VCR indicates it on the monitor and in the VCR’s fluorescent display. Table J shows the type of malfunction corresponding to the warning display and the action to take. Table J. Warning Display and Actions Fluorescent display Monitor Cause Remedy End TAPE END THE TAPE ENDS DURING RECORDING Rewind the tape and press the EJECT button.
12.2 BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE SYMPTOM REMEDY VCR does not operate. • Is the LOCK indicator illuminated? • Is the power cord disconnected from the AC output? • Is the TIMER REC indicator illuminated? The VCR power is on but unit does not operate. • Is the LOCK indicator illuminated? • Safety devices are operating. Press the RESET button on the rear panel using a ballpoint pen or pencil. No picture appears on the monitor.
13.0 SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL Power source: Power consumption: Rating: ALM/CALL/MODE SET/RST/REC CLK 100-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
MECHANICAL Heads Video: Audio/Control: Erase: Motors: Video Input: Audio Input: Microphone Input: Video Output: Audio Output: Connectors: SET Input: RST Input: REC Input: GND: ALM Output: CLK Output: MODE Output: CALL Output: REMOTE Jack 4 rotary single crystal heads 1 stationary head 1 full-track head 3 motors-drum/capstan direct drive system 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms, BNC plug -8 dBs, 50k ohms, RCA plug -67 dBs, 600 ohms, mini mic jack 1.
14.0 WARRANTY AND RETURN INFORMATION WARRANTY Pelco will repair or replace, without charge, any merchandise proved defective in material or workmanship for a period of one year after the date of shipment. Exceptions to this warranty are as noted below: • Five years on FT/FR8000 Series fiber optic products. • Three years on Genex® Series products (multiplexers, server, and keyboard).