Baxall ZMX/BD/10, Operating Instructions Manual

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2.2 Modes of Operation
Your multiplexer has three modes of operation, LIVE, RECORD and PLAY selected
by using the LIVE, RECORD and PLAY keys (see Figure 3).
The operation of these modes depends upon whether your multiplexer is a Simplex
model (ZMX/BS/10 or ZMX/CS/10) or a Duplex model (ZMX/BD/10).
Note
Selecting RECORD mode or PLAY mode does not start the VCR. The VCR must
be started manually.
Differences Between the Operation of Simplex and Duplex Models
Simplex models can be operated in one of the three principal modes at any one time.
Duplex models always operate in two principal modes simultaneously. The duplex
model has dual digital video processors, and as a result it always has the multiplexed
RECORD mode active in the background. You can, therefore, choose LIVE or PLAY
mode while the unit continues to record.
Record Mode
RECORD mode provides output to the VCR in multiplexed format. Single images
from up to 16 video input channels (depending on the model of multiplexer) are
assembled to form a continuous multiplexed video signal, which can then be
recorded onto a single VCR via the VCR OUT connector.
Note
During the RECORD mode on a simplex model, the MONITOR-A multi-screen
output displays only an analogue, full-screen video of any of the input cameras.
During this time, the Monitor-A output is identical to the Monitor-B output.
RECORD mode can be locked ON in simplex models.
For more information on recording see the Programming Instructions manual.
Figure 3 ZMX/CS/10 Front Panel