SECTION 2
QUICK START GUIDE
NOTE: The Quick Start Guide is intended for experienced CCTV - security recorder users.
Please refer to operation and use for further operational instructions.
2.1 CONNECTIONS
2 . 1 . 1
VCR Connections
A. Connect camera to VIDEO I N P U T on rear of recorder.
B. Connect video monitor to the VIDEO O U T P U T on the rear of the recorder.
SECURITY TERMINAL CONNECTIONS (if event and/or panic record trigger switches are used):
C. If used, connect normally-open and / or normally closed event record switches to screw terminals 1 and 3
(normally open) and 3 and 4 (normally closed). IF N O R M A L LYCLOSED EVENTSWITCHES ARE USED,
REMOVE FA C TO RYJUMPER CONNECTION BETWEEN SCREWS 3 AND 4. IF NORMALLYCLOSED
SWITCHES ARE NOTUSED,
THE JUMPER MUST BE LEFT IN PLACE.
D. If used, connect normally-open panic record switches to screw terminals 2 and 3.
E. Insert recorder AC plug into outlet.
F. Turn power on and insert a rewound video cassette.
G. Set clock with remote control.
H. Set security function preferences with remote control, YOUR EVENTRECORDER IS NOW READY!
2.1.2
Power Up When Plugged In
The VCR will initialize when AC power is applied. The microprocessor will set the clock as well as
check trigger inputs. The on screen display of “STANDBY” will occur each time the recorder is
plugged in. This is normal.
2.2 VIDEO TAPES
2.2.1
Video Tapes
Due to the heavy usage associated with security recorders, only high grade, quality tapes should be
used. Do not purchase off brand or discount tapes. They will dramatically shorten the life of the
recorder. Observe the following table for recording times for standard tape lengths:
RECORD SPEED
T-120
T-160
S P
1 2 0 m i n u t e s
1 6 0 m i n u t e s
E P
3 6 0 m i n u t e s
4 8 0 m i n u t e s
2.2.2
Tape Replacement / Cleaning
Your video recorder should be cleaned by a professional every 6 months, or sooner, if the recorder is
being used constantly (as in the loop mode). Video tapes should be replaced at least every 30 days
(tapes used for loop recording need more frequent replacement). Refer all servicing of your recorder to
the manufacturer or a qualified service technician.
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