JVC VCR SR 9090U User Manual

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER  
INSTRUCTIONS  
SR-9090U  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
CHECK  
OPERATE  
HDR  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the Serial No. which is  
located on the rear of cabinet. Retain  
this information for future reference.  
This instruction manual  
is made from 100%  
recycled paper.  
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.  
Before operating this unit, please read  
the instructions carefully to ensure the  
best possible performance.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
SR-9090U  
SL96174  
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OPERATION LOCK  
By engaging the operation lock system [LOCK], you can prevent accidental or deliberate interference with recording  
operation or power supply.  
When this function is activated, all operation buttons are disabled. However, you can still control the recorder with the  
remote control.  
SR-9080U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
“LOCK” indicator  
[LOCK] button  
[TIME MODE+/–] button  
1 Engage the mode you want to lock (such as the Rec or Play mode).  
2 While pressing the [LOCK] button, press the [TIME MODE+/–] button. “LOCK” is shown on the display, indicating  
that the Operation Lock mode is engaged.  
3 To unlock the VCR, press the [TIME MODE+/–] button while pressing the [LOCK] button. The “LOCK” indication on  
the display disappears and the unit can now be operated normally.  
To prevent unauthorized use, detach this page and keep it in a safe place.  
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CONTENTS  
1 INTRODUCTION  
7 PLAYBACK AND SPECIAL-EFFECTS  
PLAYBACK  
1-1 Major Features ............................................. 6  
1-2 Periodical Maintenance ................................ 7  
1-3 Precautions .................................................. 7  
1-4 Daily Inspection ............................................ 8  
7-1 Preparation................................................. 46  
7-2 Playback..................................................... 46  
7-3 Special-Effects Playback ........................... 47  
• Still/Field Advance/Reverse Playback .....47  
• Shuttle Search......................................... 48  
7-4 Alarm Search/Date and Time Search......... 49  
7-5 Repeat Playback ........................................ 51  
7-6 Counter Memory Function.......................... 51  
7-7 Tracking/V. Lock Adjustment...................... 52  
7-8 V. Pulse...................................................... 52  
2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS  
2-1 Front Panel................................................... 9  
2-2 Display ....................................................... 11  
2-3 Rear Panel ................................................. 12  
3 CONNECTIONS  
3-1 Connecting to a Camera ............................ 14  
3-2 System Using Sequential Switcher ............ 15  
8 TROUBLESHOOTING  
3-3 Connecting the Rear Panel Input/Output  
Terminal Connections ................................ 16  
8-1 Error Indications ......................................... 53  
8-2 No Error Indication ..................................... 54  
4 ON-SCREEN/MENU SWITCHES  
9 OPTIONAL SA-K97U RS-232C INTERFACE  
BOARD  
4-1 On-Screen Display ..................................... 17  
4-2 Main Menu Display..................................... 18  
4-3 Date and Time Setting ............................... 19  
4-4 Hour Meter Display .................................... 20  
4-5 Alarm Input/Power Loss Data Display ........ 21  
4-6 Menu Switch Setting .................................. 22  
4-7 Contents of Menu Switches........................ 23  
9-1 Installation of the SA-K97U ........................ 55  
9-2 SA-K97U Specifications ............................. 56  
9-3 SA-K97U RS-232C Protocol &  
Commands ................................................. 57  
10 APPENDIXES  
10-1 Tape Reel Counter/Tape Remaining Time  
Table .......................................................... 64  
5 PREPARATION  
5-1 Cassette Loading/Unloading ...................... 27  
5-2 Recording/Playback Speed Mode  
Selection .................................................... 28  
10-2 Rear Panel’s Inputs/Outputs ...................... 65  
10-3 Specifications ............................................. 66  
6 RECORDING  
6-1 Switch Setting During Recording................ 29  
6-2 Recording Basic Operation ........................ 30  
6-3 Timer Recording......................................... 31  
• Timer Recording Program Setting ........... 31  
• Holiday Timer Recording Setting............. 35  
The SR-9090U is a video cassette recorder able to execute  
timelapse recording with VHS cassettes.  
Use only video cassettes bearing the  
mark.  
• Canceling/Changing Timer Recording  
Program .................................................. 36  
This unit is designed for professional use.  
• Notes on Timer Recording ...................... 37  
6-4 Alarm Recording ........................................ 38  
6-5 Sensor Recording ...................................... 40  
6-6 Series Recording........................................ 41  
6-7 Repeat Recording ...................................... 43  
JVC is not liable for compensation for loss or damage  
to recordings in the event this unit fails to record or play  
back properly because the unit malfunctions or a  
defective video cassette tape is used.  
6-8 Recording with External VCR Activation  
Signal ......................................................... 44  
Please note that it may be unlawful to use any material  
recorded from TV broadcast programs or pre-recorded  
programs without the consent of the owner of  
copyright, except in cases where this material is  
recorded exclusively for personal use.  
6-9 How to Restore Recording After Power  
Failure ........................................................ 45  
6-10 External Timer Recording........................... 45  
6-11 Tape End Buzzer ....................................... 45  
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1 INTRODUCTION  
1-1 Major Features  
5 Extended timelapse recording for up to 960 hours  
Recording times are selectable from 2 hours (SP mode),  
6 hours (EP mode) and 24/48/72/120/168/240/480/960  
(Timelapse mode) (when T-120 tape is used).  
5 High-resolution recording  
5 Tape position search function  
You can automatically search the start of an alarm  
recording or search for a recording made at a specified  
date and time.  
5 Recording check function  
Delivers horizontal resolution of more than 400 lines  
even in color mode.  
Recording conditions (quality) can be checked at any  
time during recording by pressing the recording check  
button.  
*When a tape recorded on this unit is played back on  
another VCR, noise may appear on playback picture.  
5 High-density recording (HDR) function  
Using the EP head, the tape is advanced at a fine pitch  
for timelapse recording. In this way, about three times  
more information is recorded in the same period than in  
conventional timelapse modes. While this results in  
some degradation of picture quality, the increased  
coverage allows you to analyze the development of a  
situation in greater detail. The actual recording duration  
on the tape is the same as that of an ordinary timelapse  
recording (select with menu switch <HDR>).  
5 Alarm recording function  
5 Operation lock system  
The secret operation lock system prevents an accidental  
or deliberate interference with VCR operation.  
5 Camera switching signal output terminal  
5 Warning function  
Error indications are shown on the front panel display.  
Error warnings include condensation and problems with  
cassette loading, cassette unloading, or the rotating  
system operation mode.  
5 Operating mode-off video throughout function  
Even when the operating mode is off, the camera’s EE  
input can be output from the VCR.  
When an alarm signal is input in the Record mode, the  
2/6-hour mode is automatically engaged. Alarm  
recording time can be selected from 5, 10, 15, 30, 60,  
120, or 180 sec., to tape end, or set manually.  
An index code is automatically recorded at the start  
point of the alarm recording for use as an alarm cue  
signal. Alarm recording points can be accessed quickly  
with the alarm search function.  
5 Series recording function  
Two or more SR-9090U can be connected for extended,  
long-term series recording. As the tape in each VCR  
reaches the end, the next unit in the series will  
automatically start recording.  
5 Automatic re-start of recording after a power failure  
5 Time adjust function  
With the IN/OUT terminal for time adjustment, the time  
difference can be set to “0” with multiple SR-9090Us  
connected. (adjustment time: 00:00/12:00)  
5 Digital hour meter display  
5 Repeat playback/recording  
5 Alarm recording, tape end and warning electronic  
buzzer  
5 Sensor recording  
Whenever an alarm signal is input in the Stop mode  
(Stop, Timer Recording Standby or Operating Off  
mode), the Record mode is automatically engaged.  
5 Time/date generator  
Superimposes date, month, year, hour, minute and  
second on the image during recording. Also allows you  
to display the number of alarms, alarm time, and the  
number of the power failures on a monitor.  
5 Recording control with external activation signal  
5 Counter end function  
5 External timer connection  
5 Timer-recording function  
5 Summer time compensation function  
5 Wired remote control (optional)  
Up to 8 programs can be set for daily, weekly, or  
weekday timer-recording. You can also set timer  
recording for up to 16 days a year by specifying the date  
(holidays, for example).  
Used when an optional SA-K97U RS-232C interface  
board is installed.  
5 RS-232C control  
The SR-9090U can be controlled via a personal  
computer. Operation status can be monitored on the  
computer.  
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1 INTRODUCTION  
1-2 Periodical Maintenance  
This VCR incorporates precision mechanical parts which will collect dirt over time and ultimately deteriorate and wear out.  
Over long periods of use, dirt and dust accumulates on the heads, drums and tape transport mechanisms. Dust which  
penetrates the VCR (especially during outdoor use) also promotes the wear and deterioration of mechanical parts by causing  
poor contact between tape and heads. This also prevents the VCR from maintaining video and audio quality at high levels.  
To prevent wear and deterioration, clean the heads regularly using a head cleaning tape. However, because a head cleaning  
tape alone cannot clean the entire tape transport mechanism, this should also be inspected periodically to prevent any  
problems that could result from a sudden failure.  
As replacement and adjustment of parts require advanced skills and specialized equipment, please contact the person in  
charge of professional video equipment at your nearest JVC-authorized service agent for servicing.  
Periodic Maintenance  
Monitoring Usage Time  
Check or replace the following mechanical parts according  
to the running time.  
The total operation time reached by an ordinary home VCR  
in 5 or 6 years may be reached by a professional VCR in  
as few as 5 or 6 months. Therefore, it is important that the  
total hours of operation be carefully monitored. An hour  
meter in the on-screen display (see page 20) shows the  
accumulated time. In the chart below, the hours  
accumulated in each month are shown in relation to the  
number of hours used per day. Times shown in the shaded  
area indicate that maintenance should be performed.  
Running time  
Drum ass’y (including heads)  
Pinch rollers  
1000H 2000H 3000H 4000H  
^
^
^
^
^
Drive parts  
^ : Cleaning  
: Check or replace as required.  
: Replace  
Usage  
time per  
1 month 2 months 3 months 6 months 12 months  
day  
2 hours  
8 hours  
12 hours  
24 hours  
60  
120  
480  
180  
720  
360  
720  
• Maintenance requirements may vary depending on the  
operating environment and usage. The information  
above should be used as a reference guide.  
Replace the built-in lithium battery approximately every  
two years.  
240  
360  
720  
1440  
2160  
4320  
2880  
4320  
8640  
720  
1080  
2160  
1440  
1-3 Precautions  
Handling and storage place  
5 Do not leave the unit in the Still or Record Pause mode  
for a long time as this may damage the tape.  
After about 3 minutes, this unit automatically enters the  
Stop mode.  
5 Avoid using the unit in places subject to the  
following conditions:  
extreme heat or cold  
strong magnetic fields (do not use a transceiver within 2  
meters of this unit)  
high humidity  
dust and soil  
vibrations  
variations in temperature  
5 Handle the unit carefully  
• Do not place anything heavy on the unit (a monitor,  
etc.). A malfunction may occur.  
• Do not put any foreign substance into the cassette  
loading slot.  
• Avoid violent shocks to the recording chassis during  
transportation. Remove the cassette tape from the unit  
for transportation.  
5 Use this unit in horizontal (flat position) only.  
5 To avoid overheating the unit, do not block  
ventilation slots or stack the units. If the internal  
temperature rises too high, the tape may be  
damaged.  
5 Turn off the power to save electricity when not  
using the unit.  
Condensation  
5 Condensation  
5 When condensation is expected to occur  
Turn the power of the VCR on before use.  
5 If condensation has occurred  
When cold beer is poured into a glass, water drops  
appear on the glass’s surface. This phenomenon is  
called “condensation”. When condensation occurs on  
the VCR’s head drum and tape guides it may damage  
the tape.  
The VCR automatically ejects the cassette and the error  
indication “E-08” blinks on the display. Operation is  
disabled until the “E-08” indication on the display goes out.  
5 Condensation occurs in the  
SR-9090U  
Head drum  
following cases:  
REC  
• When the VCR is moved from a  
cold place to a warm place.  
• In a room that has just been heated  
or in an area directly exposed to a  
cooler.  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
O
P
E
R
A
T
E
CHECK  
HDR  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
S
H
I
F
T
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
TIMER SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIME MODE  
S
E
T
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
Video tape  
• When there is excessive humidity.  
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1 INTRODUCTION  
1-3 Precautions  
Video cassette  
• Only use video cassette bearing the  
mark.  
• To prevent accidental erasure of a recorded tape, break  
the erasure prevention tab on the cassette. To use a  
cassette with a broken tab, place a piece of cellophane  
tape over the broken tab.  
Erasure prevention tab  
• Video cassettes cannot be used upside down.  
• Leaving the tape in a partially wound condition for a long  
time may damage the tape. Rewind the tape to the  
beginning before storage.  
Timelapse recording is performed over very  
long periods of time which means that a  
durable tape is required.  
When using VHS tapes, do not use tapes with  
recording times of more than 120 minutes  
(T-160/T-180 etc.).  
To obtain the best picture quality, use an HG (high  
grade) tape (a JVC cassette is recommended).  
Degradation of picture quality may result with some  
types of tape. Make a test recording before  
performing any important recording to check the  
picture quality.  
For best results, use a T-120 tape.  
1-4 Daily Inspection  
Although this unit has been designed for reliable operation  
over a long period of time, a daily inspection is  
recommended to ensure optimum performance. In  
particular, be sure to check the repeat recording/playback  
function on a daily basis.  
3 Check that the date and time shown on the monitor are  
correct.  
4 Rewind the tape recorded the previous day for several  
seconds.  
5 Press the play button for playback.  
6 Check that the playback picture is normal.  
7 Check that the recorded date and time are correct.  
Inspection procedure  
1 Turn on the power for all units connected to the  
surveillance system.  
5 This unit includes a Recording Check function (using the  
[REC CHECK] button). Use these features to quickly  
check recording quality on a daily basis.  
2 Check the quality of the image shown on the monitor.  
If any problems are found after inspection, turn the  
power off, unplug the power plug from the AC outlet,  
and contact your JVC dealer.  
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2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS  
2-1 Front Panel  
4
7
6
5
3
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
11 12 13  
8 9 10  
14 15  
2
1
1 [OPERATE] button  
9 [REVERSE] button  
PresstoturntheoperatingmodeON/OFF.Whenthisbutton  
is ON, the OPERATE indicator t lights and the unit can be  
operated. When a cassette is loaded, operating mode is  
switchedonandtheOPERATEindicatorlightsautomatically.  
Starts reverse playback when pressed in any mode except  
Record, Record-Pause and Record Check.  
0 [PAUSE] button  
• Engages the Record-Pause mode when pressed in the  
Record mode.  
The OPERATE button does not completely shut off the  
mainspowertotheunit,butswitchestheoperatingcurrent  
on and off.  
• Displays a still picture when pressed in the Play mode.  
• Field advance or reverse playback is executed each time  
the [FF] or [REW] button is pressed while pressing this  
button in the Still mode. (When the [FF] or [REW] button  
is pressed for more than 2 seconds, Continuous Field  
Advance Playback mode is engaged. After about 3  
minutes, the Stop mode is engaged.)  
2 [EJECT] button  
Press to eject the cassette.  
* The cassette cannot be ejected during recording.  
3 [REC] indicator  
! [PLAY] button  
This indicator lights during recording if menu switch <REC  
TALLY> on the <F. DISP> screen is set to “ON”.  
• Press to play back the tape.  
• Press to engage the Record mode in the Rec-Pause  
mode.  
4 Cassette loading slot  
Insert a cassette in this slot. Use a VHS cassette tape.  
@ [FF] button  
5 [REC CHECK] button  
Press to fast-forward the tape.  
Use this button to check recording.  
• Starts fast-forward playback when pressed in the Play  
mode.  
• Startsforwardalarmsearchordate/timesearchwhenthe  
Search mode is specified with the ^ [SEARCH] button.  
• Alsocontrolsfield-by-fieldplaybackintheforwarddirection.  
WhenpressedintheRecordmode,theVCRwillrewindthe  
tape for about 5 seconds of tape time and then play back  
therewoundsection inthe2H/6Hmodetocheckrecording  
quality.Recordingisresumedautomaticallyafterplayback  
at the point where recording was interrupted.  
• If picture quality is judged to be inferior during recording  
check, the heads are cleaned automatically and the error  
codeE-09isshownonthedisplayforabout10seconds.  
Recording will continue regardless of the results of the  
recording check.  
# [TRACKING +/–] buttons  
If picture noise appears during play or field advance, press  
these buttons to adjust tracking so that noise is reduced.  
When the [+] and [–] buttons are pressed simultaneously,  
tracking is reset to the preset level.  
$ [V. LOCK +/–] buttons  
6 [STOP] button  
Press to reduce vertical picture jitter in the Still, Field  
AdvancePlaybackandLinearSlowTimelapsePlay modes.  
Press this button to stop the tape.  
7 [REC] button  
% [TIMER] button  
PressthisbuttonintheStopmodetoengagetheRecordmode.  
Normally use this button for timer recording. For details,  
refer to “Timer Recording” on page 31.  
8 [REW] button  
• Press this button to rewind the cassette.  
• Starts reverse playback when pressed in the Play mode.  
• Starts reverse alarm search or date/time search when  
the Search mode is specified with the ^ [SEARCH] button.  
• Alsocontrolsfield-by-fieldplaybackinthereversedirection.  
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2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS  
2-1 Front Panel  
24  
25 26  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
16 17 18 19  
20  
21  
23  
22  
^ [SEARCH] button  
w [TIME MODE/SET +/–] buttons  
Use to search the alarm recorded section or a section  
recorded at a specified date and time. In the Stop mode,  
select the search mode by pressing this button.  
• Press once to engage the Alarm Search mode.  
• Press twice to engage the Alarm Scan mode.  
• Press three times to engage the Date/Time Search mode.  
• Press four times to release the search mode.  
After the search mode is selected with this button, press  
the [FF] or [REW] button to execute the search operation  
in the selected mode.  
• Use to select the recording and playback speed mode.  
Available recording/playback speed modes vary  
depending on the setting of menu switch <HDR> on the  
<VTR MODE> screen.  
Each time these buttons are pressed, the recording/  
playbackspeedmodechangesasfollows. Therecording/  
playback speed mode is shown on the display.  
HDR recording: OFF  
HDR recording: ON  
2H: Standard  
2H: Standard  
6H: 3x  
6H: 3x  
For details, refer to page 49.  
24H: 24-hour SP timelapse  
48H: 48-hour SP timelapse  
72H: 72-hour SP timelapse  
120H: 120-hour SP timelapse  
168H: 168-hour SP timelapse  
240H: 240-hour SP timelapse  
480H: 480-hour SP timelapse  
960H: 960-hour SP timelapse  
24H: 24-hour EP timelapse  
48H: 48-hour EP timelapse  
72H: 72-hour EP timelapse  
120H: 120-hour EP timelapse  
168H: 168-hour EP timelapse  
240H: 240-hour EP timelapse  
480H: 480-hour EP timelapse  
960H: 960-hour EP timelapse  
& [DISPLAY] button  
Selects which data — current time, control tape counter  
(00H 00M 00S — 23H 59M 59S) or reel tape counter (0 —  
9999) — is displayed. Each time this button is pressed, the  
display switches to the next item.  
* [LOCK] button  
Press to activate the operation lock function.  
Also use these buttons during date/time setting, timer  
programsettingandmenuswitchsettingtospecifysetting  
values.  
( [CNT RESET] button  
Whenthedisplayshowsthecontroltapecounterorreeltape  
counter, press this button to reset to “00H00M00S” or “0000”.  
e [ON SCREEN/SHIFT 7/t] buttons  
• Use these buttons on the normal screen to move the  
display position or recording position of on-screen  
information. Thepositioncanbemoveddownbypressing  
the 7 button and to the right by pressing the t button.  
• Use these buttons on the menu screen to select the desired  
item in date/time setting, timer program setting and menu  
switch setting.  
) [RESET/CANCEL] button  
• In the Timer Program Setting mode, press this button to  
cancel the program settings. For details, refer to “Timer  
Recording” on page 36.  
• Also press this button to interrupt alarm recording or to  
reset the alarm input data or power loss (power failure)  
data. For details, refer to pages 21 and 39.  
• Resets the seconds in the currently displayed time to 00  
when pressed together with the ( [CNT RESET] button  
(except in menu setting mode).  
- When the seconds value is 29 or less, the minutes value  
is the same but the seconds value is reset to 0. (eg.  
12:34:29 [ 12:34:00)  
r Display section  
For details, refer to page 11.  
t [OPERATE] indicator  
Lights when the [OPERATE] button is turned on.  
y [HDR] indicator  
-Whenthesecondsvalueis30ormore,thesecondsvalue  
isresetto00andtheminutesvalueisincreasedbyone.  
(e.g. 12:34:30 [12:35:00)  
Lights in the HDR recording and HDR playback modes.  
* HDR: High Density Recording  
• For details on HDR recording, refer to page 28.  
q [MENU] button  
Presstodisplaythedate/time,timerprogram,andvariousother  
menu setting screens, as well as the hour meter, on the  
monitor. Pressagaintocancelthemenuorhourmeterdisplay.  
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2 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS  
2-2 Display  
10  
7
9
12  
11  
1
6
8
13  
2
3
4
5
1 Operation mode display  
5 Recording/playback speed display  
• Normally shows the recording/playback speed mode set  
with the [TIME MODE] button.  
Shows the operation modes.  
• Shows the following indications in the Alarm Search  
mode.  
During alarm search: Shows the specified alarm number  
(example: AL12)  
Fast-  
forward  
Timelapse  
playback  
Playback Recording  
Rewind  
During alarm scan: Shows the alarm scan mode (ALSC).  
During date/time search: Shows the specified date and  
time (example 2310).  
• Shows setting details in menu switch setting.  
• When an error occurs, the error indication “E-**” blinks (if  
the menu switch <WARNING> on the <F. DISP> screen  
is set to “ON”).  
Reverse  
playback  
Record-  
pause  
Rewind  
search  
Fast-forward  
search  
Still  
* (  
) mark in the Rec/Pause mode is shown in red.  
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Cassette indication  
For error indications, refer to page 53.  
Lights when a cassette is loaded. Blinks when a cassette  
6 [TIMER] indication  
is being ejected.  
Lights during timer recording programming/operation.  
3 [SP/EP] indication  
7 [REPEAT] indication  
Shows the standard (SP) mode or extended (EP) mode  
during recording/playback. During ordinary timelapse  
recording/playback, the [SP] indication is shown.  
The [EP] indication is shown during recording in the HDR  
(High-Density Record) mode or during playback of a tape  
section recorded in the HDR mode.  
When <REPEAT REC> in the <VTR MODE> menu is set  
to “ON”, this indication is shown. When <TAPE END  
MODE> in the <ALARM/SENSOR MODE> menu is set to  
“STOP” and the Repeat Record mode is engaged, the  
[REPEAT] indication goes out if alarm recording or sensor  
recording takes place.  
4 Tape counter/clock indication  
8 [OVERLAP] indication  
• Shows the current time (hour: minute: second), tape  
control counter (00H 00M 00S — 23H 59M 59S) or tape  
reel counter (0 — 9999) when the operating mode is on.  
The display can be selected with the [DISPLAY] button.  
Shows the current time when the operating mode is off.  
When a cassette is ejected, the tape control counter and  
tape reel counter are reset automatically.  
Blinkswhenprogramsscheduledfortimerrecordingoverlap.  
9 Timer program number  
All programmed timer recording numbers light.  
During timer recording, the number of the program being  
recorded blinks. When the timer recording ends, this  
number goes out.  
• When the cassette is rewound to the beginning in the  
RepeatRecordingorAutoRewindmodeusingthecounter  
end output function, the tape control counter and tape  
reel counter are reset.  
0 [AL] (alarm) indication  
Shown during alarm recording or sensor recording.  
Blinks when alarm recording or sensor recording ends.  
• ThecontrolandreelcountercountsslowlyintheTimelapse  
mode.  
• Inthetimelapsemode,thecontrolcountershowsthetime  
equivalenttothatshownwhenatapeisplayedbackinthe  
2H or 6H mode.  
(Example: The control counter advances 1 second for  
about 8 minutes in the 960H ordinary timelapse mode.)  
• During date/time search setting and operation, “td” is  
shown in place of the seconds.  
! [LOCK] indication  
Lights when the operation lock function is activated.  
@ [AL REC] (alarm recording) indication  
Lightswhenthemenuswitch<RECMODE>onthe<ALARM/  
SENSOR MODE> screen is set to “ALARM” or “ALL”.  
# [SENSOR REC] (sensor recording) indication  
Lightswhenthemenuswitch<RECMODE>onthe<ALARM/  
SENSOR MODE> screen is set to “SENSOR” or “ALL”.  
• Shows the setting item during menu switch setting.  
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2-3 Rear Panel  
4
6 8  
1
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y/C  
ALARM  
COM  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
RESET IN REC IN  
SERIES  
CAM SW ALARM  
OUT  
IN  
ALARM  
REC OUT  
IN  
TAPE WARNING CLOCK  
RESET END OUT  
COM  
OUT RESET OUT REC OUT  
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
COM  
CLOCK  
ALARM  
SERIES  
REC IN  
ALARM  
IN  
CAM SW  
OUT  
RESET IN  
REC OUT  
ALARM  
RESET  
WARNING  
OUT  
SERIES  
TAPE  
CLOCK  
RESET OUT  
3
2
5
7
10  
9
COM  
REC OUT  
END OUT  
1112  
15  
1314 1617  
20  
22  
18 19 21  
1 [AC IN] connector  
9 [Y/C OUT] connector (4 pin)  
Connect to an AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz power outlet using  
the provided AC power cable.  
Outputs separate Y/C signals.  
0 Signal ground terminal  
2 [REMOTE] remote connector (RCA)  
This ground terminal is not provided for safety purposes.  
It is used to ground signals. Connect this terminal to  
ground the signal between VCRs.  
Connect the optional RM-G30U remote control.  
3 [MIC IN] mic input connector  
! [CAM SW OUT] camera switching signal output  
terminal  
Connect a microphone with 3.6-mm dia. plug. When  
signals are input from both the microphone connector  
and the audio input connector, audio signals are mixed  
and recorded.  
When a sequential switcher is connected, this terminal  
outputs camera switching timing control signals. For  
details on these signals, refer to page 65.  
4 [AUDIO IN] audio input connector (RCA)  
@ [COM] common ground terminal  
Connect to the signal ground terminal of a connected  
unit.  
Receives audio signals from a connected audio source.  
5 [AUDIO OUT] audio output connector (RCA)  
Outputs audio signals. No signal is output in the  
Timelapse Recording/Playback mode.  
# [ALARM IN] alarm signal input terminal  
Receives signals to start alarm or sensor recording.  
6 [VIDEO IN] video input connector (BNC)  
Receives composite video signals from a connected  
camera or other video source.  
$ [ALARM RESET] alarm signal reset input terminal  
Receives signals to cancel alarm recording.  
* Alarm input data is not reset.  
• For composite video signal input, set the <INPUT>  
menu switch in <VIDEO MODE> to LINE.  
% [ALARM REC OUT] alarm recording mode signal  
output terminal  
7 [VIDEO OUT] video output connector (BNC)  
Outputs composite video signals. Even when the power  
is not supplied to this unit, input signals (composite  
video signals) from a camera can be output through this  
connector (Operating mode-Off Video Throughout  
function).  
Outputs +12 V signals during alarm recording.  
8 [Y/C IN] connector (4 pin)  
Inputs separate Y/C signals.  
• For separate Y/C signal input, set the <INPUT> menu  
switch in <VIDEO MODE> to Y/C.  
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2-3 Rear Panel  
^ [TAPE END OUT] tape end signal output terminal  
Outputs a signal when the tape ends during recording.  
If the menu switch <CNT TAPE END> on the <SRI/EXT  
MODE> screen is set, signals are output when the  
specified tape reel counter value is exceeded.  
• Outputs a +12 V signal during recording. When the  
tape ends or the specified counter value is passed,  
a 0 V (GND level) signal is output.  
q [SERIES REC IN] series recording/VCR activation  
signal input terminal  
Receives series recording signal or VCR activation  
signal from an external control device.  
Select the input signal with the menu switches in the  
<SRI/EXT MODE> menu.  
5 Series recording input  
A series recording signal is input when [SRI/EXT  
REC] is set to “SERIES”.  
• Connect to another VCR’s series recording signal  
output terminal.  
• When the tape in the preceding VCR ends, a signal  
is delivered to this terminal and recording starts  
automatically.  
• When the tape ends during auto repeat recording or  
auto rewind recording, 0 V signal is output for about 2  
seconds.  
• Connect an external alarm or buzzer via an external  
interface.  
• To cancel the output, press the [EJECT] button,  
[PLAY] button, [FF] button or [REW] button.  
When the menu switch <CNT TAPE END> on the  
<SRI/EXT MODE> screen is set, the signals are  
delivered when the specified tape reel counter  
value is reached. Recording starts automatically.  
5 VCR activation signal input  
& [COM] common ground terminal  
Connect to the signal ground terminal of a connected  
unit.  
* [WARNING OUT] warning signal output terminal  
Outputs warning signals (+12 V) when a tape running or  
mechanism problem occurs.  
When [SRI/EXT REC] is set to “EXT”, recording is  
started and stopped with an external signal.  
• Connect to an external control device.  
If a VCR activation signal (ground input) is input to  
this terminal, the VCR starts recording  
automatically and continues recording for as long  
as the VCR activation signal is input.  
( [CLOCK RESET IN] clock reset input terminal  
Connect to a master clock or another SR-9090U’s  
[CLOCK RESET OUT] terminal. When the clock reset  
signal is input, the time is automatically synchronized  
with the master clock or another SR-9090U’s clock.  
However, the time difference between VCRs should be  
within ±30 seconds.  
w [SERIES REC OUT] series recording signal output  
terminal  
Outputs series recording signals.  
A series recording signal is output when [SRI/EXT REC]  
is set to “SERIES”.  
• Connect to another VCR’s series recording signal  
input terminal.  
• Outputs a signal when the tape being recorded in this  
unit ends.  
When the menu switch <CNT TAPE END> on the  
<SRI/EXT MODE> screen is set, the signals are  
output when the specified tape reel counter value is  
reached.  
When the clock reset signal is input, the clock in this unit  
is reset as shown below.  
• When the seconds value is 29 or less, the minutes  
value is the same but the seconds value is reset to 0.  
(eg. 12:34:29 —> 12:34:00)  
• When the seconds value is 30 or more, the second  
value is reset to 00 and the minutes value is increased  
by one. (e.g. 12:34:30 —> 12:35:00)  
) [CLOCK RESET OUT] clock reset output terminal  
Outputs the clock reset signal.  
The clock reset signal is output in the following cases.  
• When the internal clock is at 0:00 or 12:00  
When this unit is connected to another SR-9090U’s  
[CLOCK RESET IN] terminal, the other VCR’s clock  
can be set to the clock in this unit. However, the time  
difference should be within ±30 seconds.  
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3 CONNECTIONS  
3-1 Connecting to a Camera  
CCD  
Amplifier  
Microphone  
Video camera  
RCA  
BNC  
4pin  
Microphone  
M3.5 mini-  
jack  
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
Provided  
power cord  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y/C  
ALARM  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
RESET IN REC IN  
SERIES  
CAM SW ALARM  
COM  
REC OUT  
OUT  
IN  
ALARM  
IN  
TAPE WARNING CLOCK  
RESET END OUT  
COM  
OUT RESET OUT REC OUT  
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
AC 120 V  
50/60 Hz  
4pin  
ALARM IN  
COM  
BNC  
RCA  
Alarm sensor  
Monitor TV  
1 Connect the monitor’s video/audio input connectors to the SR-9090U’s video/audio output connectors.  
2 Connect the video camera’s video output connector to the SR-9090U’s video input connector.  
3 Input audio signals to the audio input connectors via an amplifier.  
4 When connecting an alarm sensor, connect it to the SR-9090U’s alarm input terminal.  
5 When the connection is complete, connect the power plug to an AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz outlet.  
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3 CONNECTIONS  
3-2 System Using Sequential Switcher  
Video camera  
CCD  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Alarm sensor input  
Alarm sensor  
1
2
3
4
5
6
CCD  
CCD  
CCD  
CCD  
CCD  
Alarm signal output  
Sequential switcher  
Video output  
Camera switching  
signal input  
Microphone  
RCA  
BNC  
Amplifier  
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
VIDEO  
Provided  
power cord  
AUDIO  
Y/C  
ALARM  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
CAM SW ALARM  
COM  
REC OUT  
RESET IN REC IN  
OUT  
IN  
ALARM  
IN  
TAPE WARNING CLOCK  
SERIES  
COM  
RESET END OUT  
OUT RESET OUT REC OUT  
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
ALARM IN  
CAM SW  
OUT  
AC 120 V  
50/60 Hz  
BNC  
RCA  
4pin  
Monitor TV  
1 Connect video cameras and alarm sensor to a sequential switcher (frame switcher).  
2 Connect the sequential switcher’s (frame switcher) alarm signal output, camera switching signal input and video output to  
the SR-9090U.  
3 Connect the monitor’s video/audio input connectors to the SR-9090U’s video/audio output connectors.  
4 When the connection is complete, connect the power plug to an AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz outlet.  
5 Synchro should be applied to all connected video cameras.  
6 If you are connecting the camera switching signal input from a sequential switcher (frame switcher) to the SR-9090U, be  
sure to set the <CAMERA SW> menu switch.  
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3 CONNECTIONS  
3-3 Connecting the Rear Panel Input/Output Terminal Connections  
[CAM SW OUT] camera switching signal output terminal  
[ALARM IN] alarm signal input terminal  
ALARM  
CAM SW  
OUT  
IN  
COM  
COM  
Sequential switcher  
alarm output  
terminal  
Sequential switcher  
camera switching  
signal input  
[ALARM RESET] alarm reset terminal  
[ALARM REC OUT] alarm recording mode signal output terminal  
ALARM  
RESET  
ALARM  
ALARM  
REC OUT  
COM  
RESET COM  
Alarm  
lamp  
External  
interface  
Vcc  
Switch  
Vcc: 5V–12V  
Switch  
[TAPE END OUT] tape end output terminal  
[WARNING OUT] warning signal output terminal  
WARNING  
TAPE  
OUT  
COM  
END OUT COM  
Alarm lamp  
Alarm lamp  
External  
interface  
External  
interface  
[CLOCK RESET] clock reset terminal  
5 When setting the clock to the first VCR’s clock  
First VCR  
Second VCR  
Last VCR  
CLOCK  
OUT  
CLOCK  
CLOCK  
IN  
External interface example  
COM  
IN  
COM  
COM  
Example: Lamp lights with HIGH signal  
(Lamp, etc.)  
Power  
supply  
Relay  
5 When setting the clock to the external master clock  
Control  
signal  
First VCR  
Second VCR  
Last VCR  
External  
master clock  
CLOCK  
CLOCK  
CLOCK  
IN  
GND  
IN  
COM  
IN  
COM  
COM  
5 Use appropriately rated devices.  
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4 ON-SCREEN/MENU SWITCHES  
4-1 On-Screen Display  
Displays the time date (date and time), recording speed, number of alarms and number of power losses (power failures) on  
screen in the Stop mode, Record mode and Record-Pause mode.  
During recording, the on-screen data is recorded together with video signals.  
• The on-screen display position can be moved with the [ON SCREEN] buttons.  
• The type of data shown and display brightness can be selected on the <ON SCREEN /F. DISP MODE> screen.  
[ON SCREEN 7] button  
[ON SCREEN t] button  
SR-9090U  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REC  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
MENU  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
+
SET  
On-screen display  
Preparation  
Recording speed (ALARM  
indication during alarm/  
sensor recording)  
Time (hour,  
minute, second)  
5 Connect the video output connector of this unit to the  
monitor’s video input connector.  
0 0 : 0 0 : 0 1 * * * 2 4H * * * * * * * * * *  
1 Turn on the monitor and VCR.  
Date (month,  
day, year)  
1 2 – 2 4 – 1 9 9 9 * FR I * * * * * * * * * *  
AL– 0 5 6 * BLPL– 0 4 * AUTO* * * * *  
* ZOOMONUM . * * * * *M. * * * * * * *  
2 When a video signal from a camera is input to the video  
input connector, on-screen data is superimposed on the  
picture.  
Number of  
alarms  
*MACR * * TELE * * * * A. * * * * * * * Number of  
* DATEEHEURE * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
power losses  
(power  
failures)  
* DURE * * BANDE * * * T4 5 * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
When there is no input signal, on-screen data is shown  
on a black background.  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
*
4
F I N DE *MENU * * * * * * * * * * *  
Changing the on-screen display position  
[ON SCREEN t] button  
5 Move horizontally.  
Press the [ON SCREEN t] button.  
[ The display position is moved to the right  
0 0 : 0 0 : 0 1 * * * 2 4H * * * * * * * * * *  
1 2 – 2 4 – 1 9 9 9 * FR I * * * * * * * * * *  
AL– 0 5 6 * BLPL– 0 4 * AUTO* * * * *  
* ZOOMONUM . * * * * *M. * * * * * * *  
*MACR * * TELE * * * * A. * * * * * * *  
* DATEEHEURE * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* DURE * * BANDE * * * T4 5 * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
5 Move downward.  
[ON SCREEN 7]  
button  
Press the [ON SCREEN 7] button.  
[ The display position is moved down.  
Selecting the data display  
*
4
F I N DE *MENU * * * * * * * * * * *  
The data displayed on-screen can be selected on the <ON  
SCREEN MODE> screen.  
Set the <ONSCREEN/F. DISP MODE> setting to “ON”.  
ON SCREEN MODE screen  
* * * * [ ONSCREEN *MODE ] * * * * *  
1 . TONEE * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 1 0 0  
*MANU. * BLANC * * * * * * * * * * * *  
2 . DATENUM. * * * * *M. * * * * *ON  
3 . T I ME * TELE * * * * A. * * * * *ON  
4 . REC * SPEED * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
5 . ALARMBCNTE * * * T4 5 * * * *ON  
6 . POWERMLOSS * CNT I NE * * *ON  
*MOD [ FRONT * D I SPLAY ] * * * * *  
1 . REC * TALLY * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
2 .WARN I NG* * * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
5 When you do not want to display or record on-screen  
data, set the corresponding menu item to “OFF”.  
Display items  
Changing the on-screen display brightness  
Set the brightness with the menu switch <TONE> on the  
<ON SCREEN MODE> screen. Select 0, 30, 70 or 100.  
• The higher the number, the brighter the characters.  
*
4
F I N * DE *MENU * * * * * * * * * * *  
* For details on menu operation, refer to page 22.  
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4-2 Main Menu Display  
You can display date and time data recorded when an alarm input or power failure occurs, as well as the hour meter (drum  
rotating time) by selecting the desired item in the main menu.  
The date/time setting screen, menu switch setting screen for each application, and timer recording program setting screen can  
also be displayed by selecting the desired item in the main menu.  
Date/time setting, menu switch setting and hour meter can be checked on the VCR’s display as well.  
[SHIFT t] button  
[SHIFT 7] button  
Operation  
SR-9090U  
5 Connect the video output connector of this unit to the  
monitor’s video input connector.  
REC  
1 Turn on the monitor and VCR.  
EJECT OPERATE  
2 Press the [MENU] button.  
[ The main menu screen is shown on the monitor  
screen.  
OPERATE  
HDR  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
MENU  
CNT RESET  
+
SET  
3 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to move the cursor to the  
item you want to display.  
[MENU] button  
[SET +] button  
4 Press the [SET +/–] button to display the selected menu  
[SET –] button  
screen on the monitor (see below).  
Main menu screen  
5 To restore the main menu screen, press the [MENU]  
button.  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE *  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * *ON  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * *ON  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
Cursor  
To cancel the main menu mode, press the [MENU]  
button again. The normal screen is restored.  
*
4
F I N  
*
ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
Contents of the main menu items  
5 CLOCK SET (VCR's display cLSET)  
5 BUZZER/IN OUT (VCR's display BU22iO)  
Turn ON/OFF buzzers such as the tape end buzzer  
and alarm/sensor buzzer and set camera switch  
signal output.  
Displays the date/time setting screen.  
* Set the clock before operating the VCR (refer to  
page 19).  
5 ONSCREEN/F. DISP MODE (VCR's display DISP)  
Let’s you choose whether or not to display on-  
screen display items, brightness selection, [REC]  
indicator and warning indicator.  
5 PROGRAM TIMER (VCR's display PRG)  
Shows timer recording program settings with the day  
of the week.  
5 HOLIDAY SET (VCR's display HOLiDY)  
Shows timer recording program settings at specified  
dates.  
5 VIDEO/VTR MODE (VCR's display VIDEO)  
For VCR operation settings such as V. Pulse ON/  
OFF, HDR recording, counter memory function and  
repeat recording/playback.  
5 HOUR METER (VCR's display HOUR)  
Shows the VCR’s operating time (drum rotation time).  
5 SRI/EXT MODE (VCR's display SRiET  
)
5 OTHER (VCR's display OTHER)  
Shows the date and time when an alarm was input or  
a power failure occurred.  
For setting series recording or automatic recording  
with an external signal.  
5 ALARM/SENSOR MODE (VCR's display ALSEN)  
For setting alarm recording or sensor recording  
operation.  
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4 ON-SCREEN/MENU SWITCHES  
4-3 Date and Time Setting  
The time/date generator and timer recording will not function if the time and date are not set.  
Set the month/day/year, hour/minute and Summer Time Compensation ON/OFF on the CLOCK SET screen. The setting can  
be checked even on the display.  
SR-9090U  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REC  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
MENU  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
+
SET  
[SET +] button  
[MENU] button  
[CNT/RESET] button  
Main menu screen  
[RESET/CANCEL]  
button  
[SET –] button  
Operation  
1 Turn on the monitor and VCR.  
VCR's display  
Cursor  
indication  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE *  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * *ON  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * *ON  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
2 Press the [MENU] button to display the main menu screen.  
3 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to set the cursor on <CLOCK  
SET> on the main menu.  
cLSET  
4 Press the [SET +/–] button.  
[The <CLOCK SET> screen is shown. The cursor shows  
the <TIME> setting item and the hour digit blinks.  
* Check that <SUMMER TIME> on the last line is set to  
“OFF.  
*
4
F I N  
*
ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
[SET +] button  
CLOCK SET screen  
5 Set the “hour” by pressing the [SET +/–] button. This VCR  
uses the 24-hour system.  
* * * * * * [ CLOCK * SET ] * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * – – – * T I ME * – – – * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * 0 0 : 0 0 * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * * * * * – – – * DATE * – – – * * * *ON  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * 1 2 – 2 4 – 1 9 9 9 * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
SUMMER * T I ME * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Cursor  
indication  
• Press the [SET +] button to increase the numerical value  
and the [SET –] button to decrease it (same for minute,  
month, day and year setting).  
5 Duringsummertimeperiod,setthetimewithaone-hour  
delay.  
5 During standard time period, set the actual time.  
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6 Press the [SHIFT t] button so that the minutes digit blinks.  
[SHIFT 7/t] and  
[SET +/–] buttons  
7 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the minutes.  
8 Press the [SHIFT 7] button.  
* * * * * * [ CLOCK * SET ] * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * – – – * T I ME * – – – * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * 1 2 : 3 0 * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * * * * * – – – * DATE * – – – * * * *ON  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * 1 2 – 2 4 – 1 9 9 9 * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
SUMMER * T I ME * * * * * * * * *OFF  
[The<DATE>settingitemisshownbythecursorandthe  
year item blinks.  
5 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the year.  
9 Press the [SHIFT t] button so that the month item blinks  
1 2 2 4 1 9 9 9  
and set the month with the [SET +/–] button.  
0 Inthesameway, pressthe[SHIFTt]buttonsothattheday  
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item blinks and set the day with the [SET +/–] button.  
Press twice the [MENU]  
button.  
! For summer time compensation  
• Pressthe[SHIFT7]buttontosetthecursorto<SUMMER  
TIME> and press the [SET +/–] button to set <SUMMER  
TIME> to “ON”.  
Normal screen  
1 2 : 3 0 : 0 1 * * * 2 4H * * * * * * * * * *  
1 2 – 2 4 – 1 9 9 9 * FR I * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ****  
[The time is automatically adjusted one hour forward in  
the summer.  
@ End date/time setting.  
• Press the [MENU] button.  
[The monitor screen returns to the main menu screen  
and the time count starts from 00 second.  
• Press the [MENU] button again to restore the normal screen.  
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4-3 Date and Time Setting  
Summer Time Compensation  
• When setting the time, make sure the <SUMMER TIME> item is set to “OFF”.  
When this unit is shipped, this item is set to “OFF”.  
Standard time  
During daylight savings time  
1 Set the clock to the actual time.  
1 Set the time with a one-hour delay.  
2 When daylight savings start, set the <SUMMER TIME>  
item to “ON”.  
2 After setting the time, set the <SUMMER TIME> item to  
“ON”.  
• The time advances one hour on the display.  
• The set time advances one hour.  
3 At the end of the daylight savings time season, set the  
<SUMMER TIME> item to “OFF”.  
• The standard time instead of <SUMMER TIME> is  
displayed.  
Time setting for 29 seconds or less  
When the seconds value is 29 or less, you can reset it to 00 by  
pressingthe[CNTRESET]buttonwhilepressingthe[RESET/  
CANCEL] button.  
• For 30 or more, the seconds value is reset to 00 and the  
minutes value is increased by one.  
Notes:  
• If the power plug has been disconnected from an AC outlet for a long time, make sure the set time is correct before  
using the unit. (Clock time may be affected by environmental factors.)  
• When the built-in backup battery capacity is low, the error indication E-10 appears on the display. Contact your local  
JVC dealer to replace the built-in battery.  
4-4 Hour Meter Display  
Drum rotation time is displayed on the monitor’s screen and the VCR's display in the form of an hour meter. Use this data to  
schedule maintenance.  
Main menu screen  
VCR's display  
Operation  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE *  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * *ON  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * *ON  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
1 Turn on the VCR and monitor.  
2 Press the [MENU] button to display the main menu.  
HOUR  
3 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to set the cursor on the  
<HOUR METER> on the main menu.  
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4 Press the [SET +/–] button to show the hour meter (drum  
rotating time) on the monitor.  
[SET +/–] button  
Hour meter screen  
5 Press the [MENU] button twice to restore the normal  
screen.  
* * * * * * [ HOUR *METER ] * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
DRUM*ON * * * * * * * * * * 0 0 0 0 4 7H  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ****  
*
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*
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4-5 Alarm Input/Power Loss Data Display  
The dates and times of up to 8 alarm inputs or 4 power losses  
(failures) can be displayed.  
Operation  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE *  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * *ON  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * *ON  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * *ON  
1 Turn on the VCR and monitor.  
2 Press the [MENU] button to display the main menu on the  
monitor.  
3 Pressthe[SHIFT7]buttontosetthecursoron<OTHER>.  
4 Press the [SET +/–] button to display the <OTHER>  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
Cursor indication  
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ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
screen.  
5 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to set the cursor on the item  
[SET +/–] button  
[MENU] button  
youwanttodisplay(ALARMLISTorPOWERLOSSLIST).  
Alarm/power loss list screen  
6 Press the [SET +/–] button to display the alarm or power loss  
* * * * * * * * [ OTHER ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
1 . ALARM* I N * L I ST * * * * * * * * *  
2 . POWER * LOSS * L I ST * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ****  
list.  
• Alarm list:  
Up to 8 alarms are shown. When 9 or more  
alarms are input, the most recent data will  
replace the earliest data (beginning with the  
second item).  
• Power loss list: Up to 4 power losses are shown. When 5 or  
morepowerlossesareinput,themostrecent  
data will replace the earliest data (beginning  
with the second item).  
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ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
[SET +/–] button  
[MENU] button  
7 Press the [MENU] button three times to restore the normal  
screen.  
Alarm list screen  
• Press the [MENU] button once to restore the <OTHER>  
screen and press once more to restore the main menu.  
* * * * * * * [ ALARM* I N ] * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
AL– 0 0 1 * 1 2 : 0 0 : 0 0 * * 9 – 2 1 – 9 9  
AL– 0 0 3 * 2 1 : 4 4 : 3 0 * 1 0 – * 6 – 9 9  
AL– 0 0 2 * 1 4 : 3 0 : 0 0 * * 9 – 2 5 – 9 9  
AL– – – – * – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – – –  
AL– – – – * – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – – –  
AL– – – – * – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – – –  
AL– – – – * – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – – –  
AL– – – – * – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – – –  
* * * * * * * *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
First alarm  
Last alarm  
Second alarm  
Resetting alarm input/power loss (failure) data  
Press the [RESET/CANCEL] button on the alarm list  
screen to reset the alarm input data stored in memory.  
Press the [RESET/CANCEL] button on the power loss list  
screen to reset the power loss data stored in memory.  
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* * ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
Hour  
Minute  
Year  
Day  
Month  
Second  
Power loss list screen  
* * * * * * [ POWER * LOSS ] * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
PL– 0 1 * * * 7 : 3 5 : 2 7 * * 9 – 2 1 – 9 9  
* * * * * * * * * * * * : * * * * * * * * * * *  
PL– 0 3 * * 1 7 : 4 4 : 2 0 * 1 1 – * 7 – 9 9  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
PL– 0 2 * * 1 0 : 3 0 : 3 0 * 1 0 – 3 0 – 9 9  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
PL– – – * * – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – – –  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
First power loss  
Last power loss  
Second power loss  
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* * ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
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4-6 Menu Switch Setting  
You can customize the VCR’s functions to suit the requirements of your application using the four menu switch setting screens  
accessible from the main menu screen.  
• ON SCREEN/F. DISPLAY MODE  
• VIDEO/VTR MODE  
• SRI/EXT, ALARM/SENSOR MODE  
• BUZZER/IN OUT  
Each menu switch setting screen can be accessed independently from the main menu.  
[SHIFT 7] button  
SR-9090U  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
REC  
ON SCREEN  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
MENU  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
+
SET  
[SET +] button  
[SET –] button  
[MENU] button  
Normal screen  
[MENU] button  
Main menu screen  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE *  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * *ON  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * *ON  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
Operation  
1 Turn on the VCR and monitor.  
[MENU] button  
2 Press the [MENU] button to display the main menu on the  
ON SCREEN/F. DISPLAY MODE  
screen  
monitor.  
* * * * [ ONSCREEN *MODE ] * * * * *  
1 . TONEE * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 1 0 0  
*MANU. * BLANC * * * * * * * * * * * *  
2 . DATENUM. * * * * *M. * * * * *ON  
3 . T I ME * TELE * * * * A. * * * * *ON  
4 . REC * SPEED * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
5 . ALARMBCNTE * * * T4 5 * * *OFF  
6 . POWERMLOSS * CNT I NE * *OFF  
*MOD [ FRONT * D I SPLAY ] * * * * *  
1 . REC * TALLY * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
2 .WARN I NG* * * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
3 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to select the menu switch  
setting screen you want to set or check.  
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*
ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
• Setthecursoronthedesiredmenuswitchsettingscreen.  
4 Press the [SET +/–] button.  
[ The selected menu switch setting screen is shown on  
the monitor.  
• Themenuswitchsettingscreenconsistsofseveralmenu  
switch items.  
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F I N * DE *MENU * * * * * * * * * * *  
VIDEO/VTR  
MODE  
screen  
* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * * * * * *  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OFF  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
5 To change the menu switch setting  
[SET +/–]  
button  
1 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to set the cursor on the  
menu switch item setting you want to change.  
2 Press the [SET +/–] button to specify the set value.  
To set more than one menu switch, repeat the above  
steps 1 and 2.  
6 To check or set the other menu switch setting screens  
Pressthe[MENU]buttontorestorethemainmenuscreenand  
repeat steps 3 to 5.  
* * * * * [ SR I / EXT *MODE ] * * * * *  
1 . SR I / EXT * REC * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . EXT * REC * END * * * * * NORMAL  
3 . CNT * TAPESEND * * * * * * *OFF  
* * [ ALARM / SENSOR *MODE ] * * *  
1 . REC *MODE * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . REC * SPEED * * * * * * * * * * * 2H  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 8 0SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
SRI/EXT,  
ALARM/SENSOR  
MODE screen  
7 End menu switch setting.  
To restore the normal screen from the menu switch setting  
screen, press the [MENU] button twice.  
• The specified setting value is stored in the VCR’s  
memory and retained even if the operating power is  
turned off.  
• Fordetailsonmenuswitchitems, refertopages23 to26.  
BUZZER/IN OUT  
screen  
* * * * * * * * [ BUZZER ] * * * * * * * *  
1 . TAPE * END * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . AL / SENSOR * I N * * * * * * *OFF  
3 .WARN I NG* * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * * [ I N / OUT ] * * * * * * * *  
1 . CAMERA * SW* * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . RS2 3 2C * B . RATE * * * * * 9 6 0 0  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 8 0SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Only shown when the  
SA-K97U is installed.  
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4-7 Contents of Menu Switches  
[ ]: Factory setting • The lower section in the items and set values columns shows what’s on the VCR’s display.  
Screens  
ON  
SCREEN  
MODE  
Items  
TONE  
Set values  
Function  
0
30  
70  
The higher the numeric value, the brighter the display.  
The brightness is shown on the line under the setting value.  
0 : ********** (black indication)  
30 : ***  
[100]  
70 : *******  
100 : ********** (white indication)  
0
(VCR's display)  
30  
O5D1  
70  
100  
DATE  
[ON]  
OFF  
Sets whether or not the year, month and day are shown on screen.  
ON: Shown.  
OFF: Not shown.  
ON  
OFF  
O5D2  
TIME  
[ON]  
OFF  
Sets whether or not the time is shown.  
ON: Shown.  
OFF: Not shown.  
ON  
OFF  
O5D3  
REC SPEED  
ON  
Sets whether or not the recording speed mode is shown on screen.  
[OFF]  
ON: Shown.  
OFF: Not shown.  
ON  
OFF  
O5D4  
ALARM CNT  
ON  
Sets whether or not the number of alarms is shown on screen.  
[OFF]  
ON: Shown.  
OFF: Not shown.  
ON  
OFF  
O5D5  
POWER  
LOSS CNT  
[ON]  
OFF  
Sets whether or not the number of power losses is shown on screen.  
ON: Shown.  
OFF: Not shown.  
ON  
OFF  
O5D6  
F. DISP  
REC TALLY  
[ON]  
OFF  
Sets whether or not the [REC] indicator lights in the Record mode.  
ON: Lights.  
OFF: Does not light .  
ON  
OFF  
FDiP1  
WARNING  
[ON]  
OFF  
Sets whether or not a warning indication (error code display) is shown  
when a problem occurs.  
ON: Shown.  
ON  
OFF  
FDiP2  
OFF: Not shown.  
VIDEO MODE INPUT  
[LINE]  
Y/C  
Selects input video signals.  
LINE: Inputs composite video signals from the rear panel’s [VIDEO IN]  
connector.  
LiN  
Yc  
ViD1  
Y/C: Inputs separate Y/C video signals from the rear panel’s [Y/C IN]  
connector.  
Selects the picture quality in the Play mode.  
OFF: Normal picture quality.  
DETAIL  
[OFF]  
ON  
ON: Enhanced detail reproduction. However, the S/N ratio is degraded.  
OFF  
ON  
ViD2  
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4-7 Contents of Menu Switches  
[ ]: Factory setting  
• The lower section in the items and set values columns shows what’s on the VCR’s display.  
Screens  
Items  
Set values  
Function  
VIDEO MODE V. PULSE  
[OFF]  
ON  
Sets whether or not the V. pulse is added during ordinary playback  
(2H and 6H modes).  
OFF: V. pulse is not added. Normally set to this position.  
ON: V. pulse is added.  
OFF  
ON  
(VCR's display)  
ViD3  
• When a camera synchronized with the power supply is switched with  
a switcher, the picture may be distorted at the switching point. In  
this case, set this switch to “ON”. This locks the monitor, preventing  
the picture distortion at switching points (only in the 2/6H mode).  
• V. pulse is always added in the Still mode and Timelapse mode.  
VTR MODE  
HDR  
[OFF]  
ON  
Sets the mode during timelapse recording.  
OFF: Records in the normal timelapse mode (timelapse recording with  
the SP heads).  
ON: Records in the HDR timelapse mode (timelapse recording with  
the EP heads). Refer to page 28.  
OFF  
ON  
VTR1  
Sets whether or not the counter memory function is activated.  
OFF: The counter memory function is not activated.  
CNT MEM SW [OFF]  
ON  
ON: The counter memory function is activated.  
OFF  
ON  
VTR2  
When the tape reel counter value reaches 0000 in the FF/REW  
mode, the VCR enters the Stop mode automatically.  
* The counter memory function is not available during repeat recording/  
playback, auto REW, alarm search, alarm scan and date/time search.  
POWER ON  
REC  
[OFF]  
ON  
Enables or disables automatic external timer recording or automatic  
restart of recording after a power failure.  
OFF: External timer recording or automatic recording after power  
failure does not function regardless of whether power is supplied  
or not.  
OFF  
ON  
VTR3  
ON: Recording starts automatically when power is turned on.  
AUTO REC  
CHECK  
[OFF]  
ON  
Sets whether or not Recording Check is automatically performed at the  
beginning of a tape in the Repeat Recording mode.  
OFF: Automatic recording check function is disabled.  
ON: Automatic recording check function is enabled.  
OFF  
ON  
VTR4  
AUTO REW  
VTR5  
[OFF]  
ON  
Sets whether or not the tape is rewound automatically when the tape  
ends.  
OFF: The tape stops at the end.  
ON: The tape automatically rewinds and enters the Stop mode (auto  
REW).  
OFF  
ON  
* When the repeat recording/playback function is set to “ON”, the  
repeat function has priority.  
* If the menu switch <TAPE END MODE> on the <ALARM/SENSOR  
MODE> screen is set to “STOP”, the Stop mode is engaged when  
the tape ends even when there is an alarm or sensor recording. The  
tape does not rewind.  
REPEAT PLAY [OFF]  
ON  
Enables or disables the repeat playback function.  
OFF: The repeat playback function is disabled.  
ON: When the tape ends, it is automatically rewound and played back  
again from the beginning.  
OFF  
ON  
VTR6  
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4 ON-SCREEN/MENU SWITCHES  
4-7 Contents of Menu Switches  
[ ]: Factory setting  
• The lower section in the items and set values columns shows what’s on the VCR’s display.  
Screens  
Items  
Set values  
Function  
Enables or disables the repeat recording function.  
OFF: The repeat recording function is disabled.  
VTR MODE  
REPEAT REC [OFF]  
ON  
ON: When the tape ends, it is automatically rewound and recording  
starts again from the beginning. When set to “ON”, the [REPEAT]  
indication on the VCR’s display lights.  
OFF  
ON  
(VCR's display)  
VTR7  
* If the menu switch <TAPE END MODE> on the <ALARM/SENSOR  
MODE> screen is set to “STOP”, the Stop mode is engaged when  
the tape ends even when there is an alarm or sensor recording. The  
repeat recording is not executed.  
* When this menu switch is set to “ON”, externally activated recording  
is not executed.  
SelectsseriesrecordingorautomaticrecordingwithanexternalVCRactivation  
signal.  
SRI/EXT  
MODE  
SRI/EXT REC  
[OFF]  
SERIES  
EXT  
OFF:  
The series recording and automatic recording with an external  
signal functions are disabled.  
OFF  
SERIES:The series recording function is enabled.  
EXT: Theautomaticrecordingfunctionwithanexternalsignalisenabled.  
* When the menu switch <REPEAT REC> is set to “ON”, externally  
activated recording is not executed.  
SRET1  
SERi  
EiT  
Selects the mode engaged when externally activated automatic  
recording ends.  
NORMAL: The Stop mode is engaged.  
OPE OFF: The Stop mode is engaged and the operating power mode  
is turned off.  
EXT REC END [NORMAL]  
OPE OFF  
NORn  
POFF  
SRET2  
CNT TAPE END [OFF]  
Outputsatapeendsignalfromtherearpanel’s[TAPEENDOUT]terminal  
when the tape reaches the set tape reel counter value during recording.  
During series recording, a series recording signal is output to a connected  
VCR for continuous recording.  
OFF: The counter end output function is disabled.  
500 : A tape end signal is output when the set tape reel counter value is  
500  
1000  
.
.
.
9500  
OFF  
.
.
.
reached during recording. A buzzer sounds when the menu switch  
<END BUZ> on the <BUZZER/IN OUT> is set to “ON”.  
For more information on the relationship between the tape reel  
counter value and the tape remaining time, refer to page 64.  
SRET3  
500  
9500  
.
.
.
9500  
ALARM/  
SENSOR  
MODE  
REC MODE  
[OFF]  
Selects the alarm recording or sensor recording function.  
• Alarm recording: When an alarm signal is input to the rear panel’s  
[ALARMIN]terminalduringrecording, themodeswitchestothe2H(SP)  
or 6H (EP) recording mode for realtime recording of the alarm event.  
• Sensor recording: When an alarm signal is input to the rear panel’s  
[ALARM IN] terminal in the Stop mode (Stop mode, Timer Recording  
Standby or Operating Off mode), recording starts in the 2H (SP) or 6H  
(EP) mode.  
ALARM  
SENSOR  
ALL  
OFF  
ALSE1  
ALAR  
SENS  
ALL  
OFF:  
Alarm or sensor recording is not executed.  
ALARM: Alarm recording is executed.  
SENSOR: Sensor recording is executed.  
ALL:  
Both alarm and sensor recording are executed.  
REC SPEED  
[2H]  
6H  
Selects the recording mode for alarm or sensor recording.  
2H: Records in the 2H (SP) mode.  
6H: Records in the 6H (EP) mode.  
2H  
6H  
ALSE2  
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4-7 Contents of Menu Switches  
[ ]: Factory setting  
• The lower section in the items and set values columns shows what’s on the VCR’s display.  
Screens  
Items  
Set values  
Function  
DURATION  
5 SEC  
10 SEC  
15 SEC  
30 SEC  
Selects the recording duration for alarm or sensor recording.  
5 — 180 SEC: Alarm or sensor recording is performed for the specified  
time (5 sec. to 180 sec.)  
TAPE END: Alarm or sensor recording continues to the end of the tape.  
MANUAL: Alarm or sensor recording continues for as long as alarm  
signals are input. Set to this position when specifying the  
alarm recording time with a switcher.  
ALARM/  
SENSOR  
MODE  
60 SEC  
120 SEC  
[180 SEC]  
TAPE END  
MANUAL  
*Toensureaccuratealarmsearchandalarmscanoperation,  
be sure to set the recording time to 5 seconds or more.  
5
(VCR's display)  
.
.
.
ALSE3  
180  
TPEN  
NANU  
TAPE END  
MODE  
[OFF]  
STOP  
Selects whether or not the Stop mode is forcibly engaged when the tape  
ends even if there is an alarm or sensor recording.  
OFF: The forced Stop mode is not engaged.  
• When the tape ends, the mode set with the menu switch <AUTO  
REW>or<REPEATREC>onthe<VTRMODE>screenisengaged.  
STOP: The Forced Stop mode is engaged.  
OFF  
STOP  
ALSE4  
BUZZER  
TAPE END  
[OFF]  
ON  
Sets whether or not the buzzer sounds when the tape ends in the  
Record mode.  
OFF: The buzzer does not sound.  
ON: The buzzer sounds when the tape ends during recording. Also, the  
buzzer sounds when the tape reel counter value set with the menu  
switch <CNT TAPE END> on the SRI/EXT MODE screen is reached.  
When the mode is changed by pressing the [REW] button,  
[EJECT] button or [OPERATE] button, the buzzer sound stops.  
OFF  
ON  
BU221  
AL/SENSOR  
IN  
[OFF]  
ON  
Selects whether or not the buzzer sounds during alarm or sensor  
recording.  
OFF: The buzzer does not sound.  
ON: The buzzer sounds.  
OFF  
ON  
BU222  
WARNING  
[OFF]  
ON  
Sets whether or not the buzzer sounds when a warning occurs.  
OFF: The buzzer does not sound.  
ON: The buzzer sounds. When the warning is released, the buzzer  
sound stops.  
OFF  
ON  
BU223  
IN/OUT  
CAMERA SW  
[OFF]  
Sets the camera switching signal output interval.  
1 FIELD  
2 FIELD  
OFF:  
No camera switching signal is output.  
1 FIELD: Set to this position to switch cameras every 1 field.  
2 FIELD: Set to this position to switch cameras every two fields (1  
frame).  
OFF  
iO1  
1FRD  
2FRD  
RS-232C  
B. RATE  
This screen is shown only when the optional SA-K97U RS-232C board is installed.  
600  
1200  
2400  
4800  
[9600]  
Selects the RS-232C data transfer rate (600 bps, 1200 bps, 2400 bps,  
4800 bps and 9600 bps).  
600  
.
.
.
iO3  
9600  
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5 PREPARATION  
5-1 Cassette Loading/Unloading  
Loading  
Insert the cassette with its label side facing you.  
Gently push the center of the cassette until the machine starts automatic loading.  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[EJECT] button  
[TIMER] indication  
) indication  
(
Notes:  
• To avoid damage or injury, do not insert your hand or other foreign objects into the cassette loading slot.  
• For best results, use a T-120 tape.  
Auto operate on  
Auto play  
When a cassette is loaded, the oprating mode  
When a cassette with no erasure prevention tab is loaded,  
playback starts automatically.  
automatically turns on and the (  
appears.  
) cassette indication  
Unloading  
5 Press the [EJECT] button.  
If the Timer Recording Standby mode is engaged  
(TIMER indication is shown on the display), the  
cassette will not be ejected when the [EJECT] button is  
pressed.  
To unload the cassette, press the [TIMER] button to  
release the Timer Recording Standby mode, then  
press the [EJECT] button.  
[The cassette is ejected.  
• The tape reel counter is reset to “0000”.  
If the operating mode is not on when the [EJECT] button  
is pressed, operating mode is automatically switched on  
and the cassette is ejected. Once the cassette is  
unloaded, the operating mode turns off again  
automatically.  
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5 PREPARATION  
5-2 Recording/Playback Speed Mode Selection  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERTE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
Record/playback speed  
indication  
[HDR] indicator  
[TIME MODE +/–] buttons  
1 Press the [OPERATE] button to turn the operating mode on.  
2 Select whether or not the HDR mode is engaged with the <HDR> menu switch on the <VTR MODE> screen. When the  
During HDR recording or HDR playback, the [HDR] indicator lights.  
3 Select the Record or Playback speed with the [TIME MODE +/–] button. Refer to the table below.  
The selected recording or playback speed mode is shown on the display.  
• Available modes differ depending on whether HDR is ON or OFF.  
Available recording  
time (hours)  
Audio  
recording  
Recording/playback  
interval (sec.)  
Mode  
Display  
T-30  
T-90  
T-120  
T-60  
HDR ON  
HDR OFF  
2H  
6H  
Standard (SP)  
3x (EP)  
0.5  
1.5  
1
3
1.5  
4.5  
2
6
Possible  
Possible  
24H  
48H  
72H  
0.2  
0.4  
0.6  
0.08  
0.15  
0.2  
24-hour timelapse  
48-hour timelapse  
72-hour timelapse  
6
12  
24  
36  
18  
36  
54  
24  
48  
72  
Impossible  
Impossible  
Impossible  
12  
18  
120H  
168H  
1
0.35  
0.5  
120-hour timelapse  
168-hour timelapse  
30  
48  
60  
96  
90  
120  
168  
Impossible  
Impossible  
1.4  
144  
240H  
480H  
960H  
2
4
6
0.7  
1.35  
2.7  
240-hour timelapse  
480-hour timelapse  
960-hour timelapse  
60  
120  
240  
120  
240  
480  
180  
360  
720  
240  
480  
960  
Impossible  
Impossible  
Impossible  
HDR ON/OFF can be activated in any recording mode except the 2H/6H mode.  
• Available recording time may vary depending on the type of cassette used.  
• For best results, use a T-120 tape.  
• Replace the cassette at least once every 15 days when using the 2H - 168H modes. In the 240 - 960H modes,  
replace the cassette with a new one at the completion of recording.  
High-Density Recording  
HDR is performed with the EP heads. When HDR is set to “OFF”, recording is performed with the SP heads.  
In the HDR mode, the interval between frames (fields) is reduced by about a third, allowing three 3 times as many frames  
to be recorded as in the ordinary timelapse mode. This does not affect the actual recording time of the tape (the recording  
time is the same as it would be if recorded in the normal (SP) Timelapse mode).  
The quality of the picture recorded in the HDR mode is inferior to that in ordinary timelapse recording (equivalent to the EP  
mode).  
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6 RECORDING  
6-1 Switch Setting During Recording  
[ON SCREEN 7] button  
[ON SCREEN f] button  
SR-9090U  
[REC] indicator  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[TIME MODE +/–] buttons  
Connection  
• REPEAT REC  
Connect the input and output connectors on the rear panel  
correctly. Refer to “CONNECTIONS” on pages 14 to 16.  
Set to “ON” to perform repeat recording. For details,  
refer to “6-7 Repeat Recording” on page 43.  
• AUTO REC CHECK  
Set to “ON” to perform Recording Check automatically  
at the beginning of a tape in the Repeat Recording  
mode.  
Menu switch settings  
Set menu switches as required.  
5 INPUT  
• Select LINE (composite) or Y/C video signal input.  
5 SRI/EXT MODE  
5 ON SCREEN/F. DISPLAY MODE  
• Select the brightness and ON/OFF for each indication  
(date, time and recording speed, etc).  
During recording, the selected on-screen data is  
recorded together with video signals.  
If you do not want to display or record a specific item,  
set it to “OFF”.  
• SRI/EXT REC  
- Set to “SERIES” to perform series recording. For  
details, refer to “6-6 Series Recording” on page 41.  
- Set to “EXT” to execute automatic recording when  
activated by an external signal.  
For details, refer to “6-8 Recording with External  
VCR Activation Signal” on page 44.  
• <REC TALLY> setting  
Set whether or not the [REC] indicator lights in the  
Record mode.  
5 ALARM/SENSOR MODE  
• REC MODE  
- For alarm recording, set to “ALARM” or “ALL”. For  
details, refer to 6-4 Alarm Recording” on page 38.  
- For sensor recording, set to “SENSOR” or “ALL”. For  
details, refer to 6-5 Sensor Recording” on page 40.  
5 VTR MODE  
• HDR  
Set to “ON” to record in the High-Density Recording  
mode during timelapse recording.  
• POWER ON REC  
Set to “ON” for external timer recording or automatic  
restart of recording after a power failure. For details,  
refer to “6-9 How to Restore Recording After Power  
Failure” and “6-10 External Timer Recording” on page  
45.  
5 BUZZER  
• TAPE END  
Set to “ON” if you want the buzzer to sound when the  
tape ends during recording.  
5 IN/OUT  
• CAMERA SW  
• AUTO REW  
Set the camera switching timing signal output to an  
external sequential switcher during recording.  
- To switch cameras every 1 field or 1 frame, set this  
menu switch to “1 FIELD” or “2 FIELD”.  
Select the mode engaged when the tape ends.  
“OFF”: The Stop mode is engaged.  
“ON”: The tape automatically rewinds to the  
beginning.  
When the <REPEAT REC> menu switch is set to “ON”,  
repeat recording takes place regardless of the setting  
of this switch.  
Recording tape  
Use an HG (high grade) tape for recording with this unit  
(a JVC cassette is recommended). Before recording,  
perform a test recording to check the picture quality.  
Tapes recorded on this VCR cannot be played back on  
normal VHS VCRs. To avoid inadvertently trying to  
play back tapes recorded in this unit on standard VHS  
VCRs, label the cassette appropriately to distinguish it  
from tapes recorded in the normal VHS mode.  
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6 RECORDING  
6-2 Recording Basic Operation  
[STOP] button  
[REC] button  
[REC CHECK] button  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[PLAY] button  
[PAUSE] button  
[OPERATE] button  
To check the recording  
1 Press the [OPERATE] button to turn the operating  
mode on.  
To check recording in the Timelapse mode, the  
recording duration must be equivalent to at least 8  
seconds at 2H(SP) or 6H(EP) speed. Recording  
check cannot be performed correctly if the recording  
duration is too short. (Example : In the 960-hour  
normal timelapse mode, the recording duration shoud  
be 64 minutes or more.)  
[The [OPERATE] indicator lights.  
2 Select the recording speed mode with the [TIME  
MODE +/–] button.  
For details, refer to “5-2 Recording/Playback Speed  
Mode Selection” on page 28.  
3 Select the on-screen display position with the [ON  
During recording check, the audio signal is not output.  
SCREEN 7/f] button.  
5 Press the [REC CHECK] button during recording.  
The tape is automatically played back in reverse for  
about 5 seconds, then the Play mode is engaged to  
allow you to check recording. After the sequence  
has played back, the recording mode is automatically  
re-engaged at the point where the recording was  
interrupted.  
4 Insert a cassette with safety tab in place.  
[The (  
) cassette indicator lights on the display.  
* If a cassette is loaded when the operating mode is off,  
the operating mode is switched on automatically (auto  
operate on function).  
5 Press the [REC] button to start recording.  
• During playback in the Recording Check mode, check  
the picture to ensure that the recording is satisfactory.  
If the signals are not recorded properly, the built-in  
head cleaner cleans the heads and recording  
continues. In this case, the error code “E-09” is shown  
on the display for about 10 seconds.  
[
The recording indictor lights on the display,  
showing that the Record mode is engaged.  
* No sound is recorded during Timelapse Recording.  
To stop recording temporarily  
[REC CHECK] button  
6 Press the [PAUSE] button.  
[
The record-pause indicator is shown on  
the display and the Pause mode is  
engaged.  
Normal  
During  
Recording  
check  
Recording  
recording  
Defective  
* If the VCR remains in the Record-Pause mode for  
about 3 minutes, the head drum stops rotating to  
protect the tape. Although the Record-Pause mode  
remains engaged, there may be some distortion in the  
picture at the recording transition when you start  
recording again.  
Auto head  
cleaning  
Error code “E-09” is  
shown for 10 seconds.  
Recording  
If the recording speed is as shown below, the VCR  
cleanstheheadsautomaticallyandcontinuesrecording  
whenever continuous 24-hour recording is performed.  
Normal timelapse mode: 72H or more  
To start recording again  
7 Press the [PLAY] button.  
HDR timelapse mode: 240H or more  
[
The record-pause indicator on the display  
goes out and the Recording mode is  
engaged.  
Images recorded during the cleaning period may be  
unstable due to the interference with the servo control.  
This is not a malfunction.  
Note:  
To stop recording  
• When a tape recorded in this unit is played back on  
another VCR (except another SR-9090U), noise may  
appear in the picture.  
8 Press the [STOP] button.  
[The tape stops and the Stop mode is engaged.  
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6 RECORDING  
6-3 Timer Recording  
This unit is provided with 2 different setting screens for timer recording program; one allows you to specify the day of week, the  
other allows you to specify a date (a holiday, for example). You can select the desired setting screen from the main menu  
screen.  
• Program timer setting: Day-of-the-week (Sun. to Sat.) timer recording program and daily timer recording program are  
available (for up to 8 programs).  
• Holiday setting: Timer recording can be programmed for a specified date.  
* The holiday setting has priority over the program timer setting.  
[SHIFT7] button  
[SHIFT4] button  
SR-9090U  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REC  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
MENU  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
+
SET  
[SET +] button  
[MENU] button  
[TIMER] button  
[SET –] button  
Notes:  
• Timer programming is not possible if the date and time are not set.  
If you select program timer or holiday setting from the main menu when the date and time have not been set, the clock  
setting screen opens. Set the date and time.  
• Do not try to program the regular timer or holiday timer when the Timer Record mode is engaged. To do so, you must  
first release the Timer Record mode by pressing the [TIMER] button.  
Preparation  
5 Make sure all equipment is connected correctly.  
5 Check the current time.  
5 Load a cassette with safety tab in place.  
If a cassette is loaded when the operating mode is off, the operating mode is switched on automatically (auto operate on  
function).  
Timer Recording Program Setting  
5 Timer recording programming for the specified day of the week  
Main menu screen  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * * *  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * * *  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * * *  
(Example)  
HDR is performed in the 24-hour recording speed mode from 8:00 a.m.  
to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.  
1 Turn on the VCR and monitor and engage the Stop mode.  
2 Press the [MENU] button.  
*
4
F I N  
*
ENU * * * * * * * * *  
[The main menu is shown on the monitor.  
3 Select the HDR mode.  
VIDEO/VTR MODE screen  
1 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to move the cursor to <VIDEO/VTR  
MODE> on the main menu. Then press the [SET +/–] button.  
[The <VIDEO/VTR MODE> menu is shown on the monitor.  
2 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to put the cursor on <HDR>.  
3 Press the [SET +/–] button to set <HDR> to “ON”.  
* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * * * * * *  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OON  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OFF  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
HDR  
4 Press the [MENU] button to restore the main menu screen.  
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6 RECORDING  
6-3 Timer Recording  
5 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to select <PROGRAM  
TIMER> in the main menu and press the [SET +/–]  
button.  
Main menu screen  
[The <PROGRAM TIMER> menu is shown on the  
monitor and “SUN” blinks.  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE *  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * *ON  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * *ON  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
6 Set the day of the week (SAT).  
Press the [SET +/–] button to set the day of the week to  
“SAT”.  
7 Set the hour for the start time (8).  
Press the [SHIFT f] button so that “hour” for “START”  
blinks. Press the [SET +/–] button to set the hour of the  
start time to “8”.  
*
4
F I N  
*
ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
8 Set the minute for the start time (00).  
Press the [SHIFT f] button so that “minute” for  
“START” blinks. Press the [SET +/–] button to set the  
minute of the start time to “00”.  
PROGRAM TIMER screen  
Recording speed  
Stop time  
Start time  
Day of the week  
OFF : Operation is  
disabled.  
1ST : 1st week  
RPT : Every week  
9 In the same way, set the hour (17) and minute (00) for  
the stop time.  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
SUN0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 1 – – –  
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
SAT– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
DAY– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
* When the stop time is earlier than the start time or the  
same as the start time, “T” is added to the beginning  
of the stop time, showing that the stop time is for the  
next day.  
0 Set the recording speed mode (H/D 24).  
Press the [SHIFT f] button so that “SPD” blinks and  
press the [SET +/–] button to set the recording speed to  
(H/D 24).  
* When the HDR mode is selected, H/D is shown for  
“SPD”.  
PROGRAM  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
NO.  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
H
1
SAT0 0 8 : 0 0 : 1 7 : 0 0 * – – 2 4 1RPT  
D
! Set the program item.  
2
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
SAT– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
DAY– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
3
Press the [SHIFT f] button so that “PGM” blinks and  
set the program item with the [SET +/–] button.  
1ST: Timer recording is executed only once on the most  
recent specified day of the week (Saturday).  
RPT: Timer recording is executed on the specified day  
of the week (Saturday) every week.  
4
5
6
7
8
OFF: Programmed timer recording is not executed.  
5 To program timer recording at another time or day,  
press the [SHIFT 7] button so that the next setting  
line blinks and repeat steps 6 to 11.  
* If changing the HDR mode, do so before programming  
the timer again.  
Program No.  
Timer  
TIMER  
1
2
16:30:00  
VCR display  
@ End timer program setting.  
• Press the [MENU] button twice.  
[The normal screen is restored.  
# Press the [TIMER] button.  
[The TIMER indication and effective timer-recording  
programmed numbers light on the display and the  
operating mode is automatically turned off to engage  
the Timer-Recording Standby mode.  
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[SHIFT 7] button  
[SHIFT f] button  
SR-9090U  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REC  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
MENU  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
+
SET  
[MENU] button  
[SET +] button  
[TIMER] button  
[SET –] button  
5 Programming timer recording for more than 24 hours  
PROGRAM TIMER screen  
Recording speed  
Stop time  
(Example)  
HDR is performed with the 48-hour recording speed from  
9:00 p.m. on every Friday to 8:00 a.m. on every Monday.  
Start time  
Day of the week  
OFF : Operation is  
disabled.  
1ST : 1st week  
RPT : Every week  
1 Follow steps 1 to 5 in “Timer Recording Program  
Setting” on pages 31 and 32.  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
SUN0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 1 – – –  
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
SAT– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
DAY– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
2 Pressthe[SHIFT7]buttonsothatthe7thlineSATblinks  
on the <PROGRAM TIMER>. Programs lasting for more  
than 24 hours can only be set on the seventh line.  
3 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the day of the week to  
“FRI” and press the [SHIFT f] button.  
[“Hour” for the start time blinks.  
4 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the hour of the start  
time to “21” and press the [SHIFT f] button.  
[“Minute” for the start time blinks.  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
SUN0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 1 – – –  
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I 2 1 : 0 0 : * * : * * * * * * * * * *  
SAT* * : * * : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
5 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the minute of the start  
time to “00” and press the [SHIFT f] button.  
[“Hour” for the stop time blinks.  
6 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the hour of the stop  
time to “**”.  
[“**:** **** **” is shown for the items after “STOP”,  
the “DAY” on the 8th line changes to the next day of  
the week (SAT) automatically and “**:**” is shown for  
“START”.  
7 Press the [SHIFT 7] button so that the day of the week  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
SUN0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 1 – – –  
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
on the 8th line blinks.  
8 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the day of the week to  
“MON” and press the [SHIFT f] button three times.  
[“Hour” for the stop time blinks.  
FR I 2 1 : 0 0 : * * : * * * * * * * * * *  
H
9 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the hour of the stop  
MON* * : * * : 0 8 : 0 0 * – – 4 8 RPT  
D
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
time to “8”.  
0 In the same way, press the [SHIFT f] button and [SET  
+/–] button to set the minute of the stop time to “00”, the  
recording speed to “H/D 48” and “PGM” to “RPT”.  
! End timer program setting.  
Press the [MENU] button twice.  
[The normal screen is restored.  
@ Press the [TIMER] button.  
[The TIMER indication and program number “7” light  
on the display and the operating mode is  
automatically turned off to engage the Timer-  
Recording Standby mode.  
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5 Programming timer recording for more than one day  
(every day)  
PROGRAM TIMER screen  
This programming is to timer-record at the same time on  
specified days of the week.  
Recording speed  
Stop time  
Start time  
Day of the week  
(Example)  
HDR is performed in the 48-hour mode from 10:00 a.m. to  
5:00 p.m. on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.  
ON: Enabled  
OFF: Disabled  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
SUN0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 1 – – –  
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
SAT– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
DAY– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
1 Repeat steps 1 to 5 in “Timer Recording Program  
Setting” on pages 31 and 32.  
2 Set the day of the week on <PROGRAM TIMER> to  
“DAY” with the [SET +/–] button.  
3 Press the [SHIFT f] button so that the “hour” for the  
start time blinks and set “hour” to “10” with the [SET +/–]  
button.  
4 Press the [SHIFT f] button so that the “minute” for the  
start time blinks and set “minute” to “00” with the [SET +/  
–] button.  
DAILY SET  
5 Press the [SHIFT f] button and [SET +/–] button to set  
the hour of the stop time to “17”, the minute of the stop  
time to “00”, the recording speed to “H/D48” and “PGM”  
to “ON”.  
PROGRAM  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
NO.  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
H
1
DAY0 1 0 : 0 0 : 1 7 : 0 0 * – – 4 8 1 *ON  
D
2
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
SAT– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
DAY– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
3
4
6 Set the days of the week when timer recording is to be  
executed (Monday, Wednesday, Saturday).  
Set the days with “DAILY SET” at the lower section of  
the screen.  
5
6
7
8
• Press the [SHIFT 7] button so that “SUN” in the  
lowest line blinks.  
7 Press the [SET +/–] button to set “SUN” to “– –”.  
* * * * [ PROGRAM* T I MER ] * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
8 Press the [SHIFT f] button to select the day of the  
week and set the operating day of the week with the  
[SET +/–] button.  
H
DAY0 1 0 : 0 0 : 1 7 : 0 0 * – – 4 8 1 –ON  
D
MON0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 6 – – –  
TUE0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 5 – – –  
WED– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
THU– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
FR I – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
SAT– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
DAY– – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – – – –  
* DA I LY * SET * * * * * * SUN *MON *  
* * * * – – – *WED * – – – * – – – * SAT *  
Set the items for “Tuesday”, “Thursday” and “Friday” to  
“– –”.  
• Timer recording will take place on the days of the week  
shown on the display. Timer recording will not take  
place on days of the week indicated by “– –”.  
9 End timer program setting.  
Press the [MENU] button twice.  
[The normal screen is restored.  
0 Press the [TIMER] button.  
[The TIMER indication and active timer program  
numbers light on the display and the operating mode  
is automatically turned off to engage the Timer-  
Recording Standby mode.  
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[SHIFT 7] button  
[SHIFT f] button  
SR-9090U  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REC  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
MENU  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
+
SET  
[SET +] button  
[MENU] button  
[SET –] button  
[TIMER] button  
Holiday Timer Recording Setting  
This lets you preset the VCR to record on specified dates (such as holidays) at any time over a period of a year. Up to 16  
dates can be set. When holiday settings and program settings overlap, holiday setting is given priority  
(Example)  
Recording is performed in the 960-hour nomal timelapse mode from  
0:00 a.m. to 0:00 a.m. the next day.  
Main menu screen  
1 Press the [MENU] button to show the main menu on the monitor.  
* * * * * * * * * [MENU ] * * * * * * * * *  
* * * CLOCK * SET * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * *ONSCREEN / F . D I SP *MODE *  
* * * V I DEO / VTR *MODE * * * * * * *  
* * * SR I / EXT *MODE * * * * * * * * *  
* * * ALARM / SENSOR *MODE * *ON  
* * * BUZZER / I N *OUT * * * * * *ON  
* * * PROGRAM* T I MER * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOL I DAY * SET * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * HOUR METER * * * * * * * * *ON  
* * *OTHER *M* * * * * * * * * * *ON  
2 Set HDR to “OFF”.  
1 Press the [SHIFT 7] button to set the cursor on the main menu’s  
<VIDEO/VTR MODE>. Then press the [SET +/–] button.  
2 Set <HDR> on <VIDEO/VTR MODE> to “OFF” with the [SET +/–]  
button.  
3 Press the [MENU] button to restore the main menu screen.  
3 Call the <HOLIDAY SET> screen.  
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4
F I N  
*
ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
• Press the [SHIFT 7] button to select <HOLIDAY SET> in the main  
menu and press the [SET +/–] button.  
HOLIDAY SET screen  
4 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the hour of the start time to “0” and  
press the [SHIFT f] button.  
* * * * * [ HOL I DAY * SET ] * * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
* * * 0 – – : – – : – – : – – * – – – – 1 – – –  
* 1 : 0 – – – – – : – – : 2 : * – – – – – – – –  
* 3 : 0 – – – – – : – – : 4 : * – – – – – – – –  
* 5 : – – – – – : – – : 6 : * – – – – – – – –  
* 7 : – – – – – : – – : 8 : * – – – – – – – –  
* 9 : – – – – – : – – 1 0 : * – – – – – – – –  
1 1 : – – – – – : – – 1 2 : * – – – – – – – –  
1 3 : – – – – – : – – 1 4 : * – – – – – – – –  
1 5 : * – – – – – * – – 1 6 : * – – – – – – – –  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
[“Minute” for the start time blinks.  
5 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the minute of the start time to “00” and  
press the [SHIFT f] button.  
[“Hour” for the stop time blinks.  
6 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the hour of the stop time to “00” and  
press the [SHIFT f] button.  
“T” is shown at the beginning of the stop time.  
* When the stop time is earlier than the start time or the same as the  
start time, the stop time is assumed to be the next day and “T” is  
added to the beginning of the stop time.  
* * * * * [ HOL I DAY * SET ] * * * * * *  
* * * * START * STOP * * SPD * * PGM  
* * * 0 0 0 : 0 0T0 0 : 0 0 * 9 6 0 – 1 –ON  
* 1 : 0 – 1 – 1 5 : – – : 2 : * – 9 – 1 5 – – –  
* 3 : 0 – 2 – 1 1 : – – : 4 : * – 9 – 2 3 – – –  
* 5 : – – 3 – 2 1 : – – : 6 : * 1 0 – 1 0 – – –  
* 7 : – – 4 – 2 9 : – – : 8 : * 1 1 – 0 3 – – –  
* 9 : – – 5 – 0 1 : – – 1 0 : * 1 1 – 2 3 – – –  
1 1 : – – 5 – 0 3 : – – 1 2 : * 1 2 – 2 3 – – –  
1 3 : – – 5 – 0 5 : – – 1 4 : * – – – – – – – –  
1 5 : * – 8 – 1 5 * – – 1 6 : * – – – – – – – –  
* * * * TUE *WED * THU * FR I * SAT *  
7 Press the [SHIFT f] button and [SET +/–] button to set the minute of  
the stop time to “00”, the recording speed to “960” and “PGM” to “ON”.  
8 Set the day.  
• Press the [SHIFT f] button or [SHIFT 7] button to select the line  
and enter the day for timer recording with the [SET +/] button.  
9 End holiday timer recording setting.  
Press the [MENU] button twice.  
[The normal screen is restored.  
• When “PGM” is set to “OFF”, the setting is  
disabled and holiday timer recording is not  
executed.  
0 Press the [TIMER] button.  
[The TIMER indication lights on the display and the operating mode  
is automatically turned off to engage the Timer-Recording Standby  
mode.  
* The timer program numbers are not shown on the display.  
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[SHIFT 7] button  
[RESET/CANCEL] button  
[SHIFT f] button  
SR-9090U  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REC  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
MENU  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
+
SET  
[SET +] button  
[MENU] button  
[TIMER] button  
[SET –] button  
Canceling/Changing Timer Recording  
Program  
To modify timer programs  
1 Press the [TIMER] button so that the TIMER indication  
goes out on the display.  
To stop timer programming before finishing  
2 Turn on the VCR and monitor  
1 Press the [RESET/CANCEL] button.  
[The program being set is canceled.  
3 Press the [MENU] button to show the main menu screen  
and press the [SHIFT 7] button to select <PROGRAM  
TIMER or <HOLIDAY SET>. Then, press the [SET +/–]  
button.  
2 Press the [MENU] button twice.  
[The normal screen mode is restored.  
[The <PROGRAM TIMER> or <HOLIDAY SET> menu  
is shown on the monitor.  
To cancel preset timer programs  
4 Press the [SHIFT 7] button or [SHIFT f] button so that  
1 Press the [TIMER] button so that the TIMER indication  
the section you want to change blinks.  
goes out on the display.  
5 Press the [SET +/–] button to change the value.  
2 Turn on the VCR and monitor.  
6 Press the [MENU] button twice.  
3 Press the [MENU] button to show the main menu screen  
and press the [SHIFT 7] button to select <PROGRAM  
TIMER> or <HOLIDAY SET>. Then, press the [SET +/–]  
button.  
[The normal screen is restored.  
[The <PROGRAM TIMER> or <HOLIDAY SET> menu  
is shown on the monitor.  
To use the VCR when the Timer-Recording  
Standby mode is engaged  
4 Press the [SHIFT 7] button or [SHIFT f] button to move  
the cursor to the program you want to cancel.  
• Press the [TIMER] button so that the TIMER indication  
goes out. After using the VCR, press the [TIMER] button  
again to engage the Timer-Recording Standby mode. The  
TIMER indication will light.  
• When all timer recording programs are completed, the  
TIMER indication goes out.  
5 Press the [RESET/CANCEL] button.  
[The specified timer recording program is canceled.  
6 Press the [MENU] button twice.  
[The normal screen is restored.  
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5 During timer recording  
The [PAUSE] or [STOP] button has no effect.  
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Notes on Timer Recording  
5 If you make a mistake when programming or no  
program is set and the [TIMER] button is pressed, the  
TIMER indication blinks for about 10 seconds and a  
warning buzzer sounds if <WARNING> in the  
<BUZZER> menu is set to “ON”.  
Operation after pressing the [TIMER] button.  
5 Timer recording  
The operating mode is turned on about 20 seconds  
before recording starts and the VCR pauses. Recording  
starts about 2 seconds before the actual programmed  
start time.  
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Perform programming for timer recording  
5 If programmed data overlap  
5 If no cassette is loaded  
When the [TIMER] button is pressed, the Timer-  
Recording Standby mode is engaged and the  
[OVERLAP] indication blinks for about 10 seconds, then  
lights.  
The TIMER and [  
] indications blink and a warning  
buzzer sounds if <WARNING> in the <BUZZER> menu  
is set to “ON”.  
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(However, if program timer settings and holiday timer  
settings overlap, the [OVERLAP] indication is not  
shown. In this case, the holiday timer setting has  
priority. The [OVERLAP] indication is not shown when a  
daily timer recording program overlaps with another  
program (even during program timer setting). The  
program with the earlier start time has priority.)  
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Load a cassette with safety tab. Cassettes with no tab  
are ejected.  
5 When the tape ends during timer recording  
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The cassette tape is ejected.  
When a cassette with safety tab is loaded, the timer  
recording re-starts.  
Check the program contents.  
(With program timer settings, the program with the  
earlier program time has priority.)  
* However, if timer recording is executed in the Repeat  
Record mode, the cassette tape is not ejected at the  
tape end and repeat recording continues.  
5 When more than one timer recording is programmed  
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• The preset programs are executed consecutively  
beginning with the program with the earliest start time.  
The number of the program being executed blinks.  
* Program numbers are not displayed for holiday timer  
recording programs.  
5 When the timer recording mode is engaged after the  
start time has passed ...  
When a power failure occurs within the set times and  
power is restored ...  
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• Timer recording starts within the set times.  
* If holiday timer and program timer settings overlap, the  
holiday timer setting has priority and starts.  
* When program timer settings overlap, the program with  
the lower program number has priority and starts.  
5 When the timer recording settings are changed during  
timer recording  
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Changing the settings on the program timer setting  
screen or holiday timer setting screen during timer  
recording will have no effect. To change the settings,  
you must disengage the timer recording mode.  
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6-4 Alarm Recording  
Alarm recording functions during timelapse recording. When an alarm signal is input to the rear panel’s ALARM IN terminal, an  
index code is recorded on the tape and the VCR automatically switches to the 2H (SP) or 6H (EP) mode for realtime recording  
of the alarm situation. Normal timelapse recording is restored after the preset alarm recording duration has passed.  
* Alarm recording will not start from the Pause mode.  
“AL” indication  
SR-9090U  
REC  
AL  
TIME MODE  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
SET  
+
+
+
FIELD ADV  
* If the alarm recording function is activated a hundred  
times a day or more, a malfunction may occur because  
the guaranteed range is exceeded.  
5 Menu switches are provided for alarm recording mode,  
alarm recording duration, buzzer ON/OFF in alarm  
recording, and Forced Stop mode ON/OFF at tape end.  
If you want to use this unit more than a hundred times  
a day, set the recording speed mode to 2H/6H and  
perform regular maintenance, replacing parts as  
necessary.  
5 During alarm recording, the [AL] indication is lit on the  
VCR and the [ALARM] indication is lit on the monitor  
display. After alarm recording is complete, the “AL”  
indication blinks on the display to show that an alarm  
signal has been input.  
On-screen  
"ALARM"  
indication  
Extinguished  
Extinguished  
Extinguished  
Blinking  
Shown  
Lit  
Shown  
Lit  
Extinguished  
Blinking  
Display "AL"  
indication  
Timelapse  
mode  
Timelapse  
mode  
2H (SP)  
/6H (EP)  
2H (SP)  
/6H (EP)  
Timelapse  
mode  
Record mode  
Timelapse  
recording  
Timelapse  
recording  
Timelapse  
recording  
Alarm  
recording  
Alarm  
recording  
Alarm signal input  
Alarm signal input  
* An index code (VISS) is recorded at the start point of the alarm recording as an alarm cue signal.  
* During alarm recording, a +12 V signal is output from the rear panel’s ALARM REC OUT terminal.  
* If a new alarm signal is input during alarm recording, alarm recording restarts from that point.  
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6-4 Alarm Recording  
Preparation  
Connect an alarm sensor to the rear panel’s alarm input terminal.  
1 Press the [OPERATE] button to turn the operating mode  
on.  
2 Open the main menu’s <ALARM/SENSOR MODE> and  
set the alarm recording-related menu switches.  
1 REC MODE  
ALARM/SENSOR MODE screen  
* * * * * [ SR I / EXT *MODE ] * * * * *  
1 . SR I / EXT * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . EXT * REC * END * * * * * NORMAL  
3 . CNT * TAPESEND * * * * * * *OFF  
* * [ ALARM / SENSOR *MODE ] * * *  
1 . REC *MODE * * * * * * * * * ALARM  
2 . REC * SPEED * * * * * * * * * * * 2H  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 8 0SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Set to “ALARM” or “ALL” to activate alarm recording.  
• When set to “ALL”, both alarm recording and sensor  
recording will be performed.  
• The [ALARM] indication lights on the display.  
2 REC SPEED  
Set to “ALARM” or “ALL”.  
Select the alarm recording speed from the 2H (SP)  
mode or the 6H (EP) mode.  
3 DURATION  
Set the alarm recording duration to 5 sec., 10 sec., 15  
sec., 30 sec., 60 sec., 120 sec., 180 sec., TAPE END  
(to tape end) or MANUAL (for as long as alarm  
signals are input).  
4 Select the timelapse recording mode with the [TIME  
MODE +/–] button on the front panel.  
[The selected recording speed mode is shown on the  
VCR’s display and on the monitor.  
* When the alarm recording time is set to “MANUAL”,  
the alarm cue signal (index code) will not be  
recorded correctly if alarm input lasts for less than 5  
seconds.  
* When alarm recording duration is set with an  
external switcher, set the alarm recording duration to  
“MANUAL”.  
5 Follow the procedure described in “Recording Basic  
Operation” on page 30.  
6 When an alarm signal is input to the rear panel’s  
[ALARM IN] terminal, alarm recording is executed in  
accordance with the specified settings.  
7 To stop alarm recording and clear the [ALARM]  
indication, press the [RESET/CANCEL] button.  
• If the [RESET/CANCEL] button is pressed when the  
[AL] indication is lit (during alarm recording), alarm  
recording stops, the [AL] indication goes out, and  
timelapse recording is restored. If the alarm buzzer is  
on, the buzzer sound also stops.  
4 TAPE END MODE  
Selects whether or not the Stop mode is forcibly  
engaged when the tape ends even if there is an alarm  
recording during recording.  
• When set to “STOP”, the Stop mode is engaged at  
tape end even if repeat recording or auto rewind is  
set.  
• If the [AL] indication blinks and the [RESET/CANCEL]  
button is pressed, the [AL] indication goes out.  
• When set to “OFF”, VCR operation is determined by  
the repeat recording or auto rewind setting.  
8 The alarm input data can be checked in the main  
menu’s <OTHER> menu (refer to page 21).  
3 Set the other menu switches.  
5 Setting the alarm buzzer  
Display the alarm list screen and press the [RESET/  
CANCEL] button to reset the alarm input data.  
Set the menu switch <AL/SENSOR IN> in  
<BUZZER> to “ON” to sound the alarm buzzer during  
alarm recording.  
* There may be some picture distortion at the start  
or end of an alarm recording. This is not a  
malfunction.  
5 Setting the on-screen brightness and display  
items  
Select the monitor display setting with the menu  
switch.  
On-screen information is recorded together with the  
video signals.  
You can change the on-screen display position with  
the [ON SCREEN 7/f] buttons on the front panel.  
5 Setting the HDR  
To record in the HDR mode during timelapse  
recording, set the menu switch <HDR> in <VTR  
MODE> to “ON”.  
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6-5 Sensor Recording  
Sensor recording is executed only when the VCR is in the Stop mode (Stop, Timer Record Standby or Operating Off mode)  
and an alarm signal is input to the rear panel’s ALARM IN terminal.  
Perform the settings for sensor recording in the same way as for “Alarm Recording” on page 39.  
The mechanism of the SR-9090U cannot be guaranteed if the sensor recording function is used frequently (100 times/day  
or more).  
Preparation  
Connect an alarm sensor to the rear panel’s alarm input terminal.  
1 Press the [OPERATE] button to turn the operating mode  
ALARM/SENSOR MODE screen  
on.  
* * * * * [ SR I / EXT *MODE ] * * * * *  
2 Open the main menu’s <ALARM/SENSOR MODE> and  
1 . SR I / EXT * REC * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . EXT. RECAEND * * * * * NORMAL  
set the sensor recording-related menu switches.  
3 . CNTETAPE * END *M. * * * *OFF  
1 REC MODE  
* * [ ALARM / SENSOROMODE ] * * *  
1 . REC *MODED * * * * * 4 * SENSOR  
2 . REC * SPEEDE * * * T I 5 * * * * 2H  
3 . DURATON * * S * CNTANE6 0SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * Y ] * *OFF  
4 . REC * TAL * * * * * * * * * * * * *ON  
SettoSENSORorALL”.  
Set to “SENSOR” or “ALL” to activate alarm recording.  
• When set to “ALL”, both alarm recording and sensor  
recording will be performed.  
• The [SENSOR REC] indication lights on the display.  
2 REC SPEED  
2 .WARN I NGM* * * * * * * * * *  
* *ON  
F I N * DE * ENU * * * * * * * * * *  
*
4
Select the alarm recording speed from the standard  
(2H) mode or the extended EP (6H) mode.  
3 DURATION  
4 Turn the operating mode on to engage the Stop mode.  
5 • When an alarm signal is input to the rear panel’s  
[ALARM IN] terminal, recording starts automatically in  
the specified recording mode (2H or 6H) and the [AL]  
indication is lit. The [ALARM] indication is shown on  
screen.  
Set the sensor recording duration to 5 sec., 10 sec.,  
15 sec., 30 sec., 60 sec., 120 sec., 180 sec., TAPE  
END (to tape end) or MANUAL (for as long as alarm  
signals are input).  
• After the specified recording duration expires,  
recording stops.  
* The sensor recording time will be shorter than the  
specified value.  
* When the sensor recording time is set to  
“MANUAL”, the alarm cue signal (index code) will  
not be recorded correctly if sensor input lasts for  
less than 5 seconds.  
* When sensor recording duration is set with an  
external switcher, set the sensor recording duration  
to “MANUAL”.  
* As sensor recording starts from the Stop mode, it  
takes several seconds before actual recording  
starts.  
6 To stop sensor recording and clear the [ALARM]  
indication, press the [RESET/CANCEL] button.  
• In this case, even if the menu switch <TAPE END  
MODE> is set to “STOP”, the operation executed at  
end of the tape is determined by the setting of the  
<AUTO REW> or <REPEAT REC> menu switch in the  
<VTR MODE> menu.  
4 TAPE END MODE  
Selects whether or not the Stop mode is forcibly  
engaged when the tape ends during sensor  
recording.  
• When set to “STOP”, the Stop mode is engaged at  
tape end even if repeat recording or auto rewind is  
set.  
7 To release the Sensor Record mode, set the <REC  
MODE> menu switch in <ALARM/SENSOR MODE> to  
“OFF” or “ALARM”.  
• When set to “OFF”, VCR operation is determined by  
the repeat recording or auto rewind setting  
* During playback, there may be some noise or  
picture distortion at the point where one sensor  
recording stops and another starts. This is not a  
malfunction.  
* When a new alarm is input during sensor  
recording, sensor recording restarts from that  
point.  
3 Set the other menu switches.  
5 Setting the alarm buzzer  
Set the menu switch <AL/SENSOR IN> in  
<BUZZER> to “ON” to sound the alarm buzzer during  
sensor recording.  
5 Setting the on-screen brightness and display items  
Select the monitor display setting with the menu switch.  
On-screen information is recorded together with the  
video signals.  
You can change the on-screen display position with the  
[ON SCREEN 7/f] buttons on the front panel.  
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6-6 Series Recording  
The series recording function facilitates recording over much longer periods using several connected SR-9090Us.  
As soon as the tape ends in one VCR, the next VCR in the series starts recording. Using the counter end output function  
enables smoother switchovers during series recording, mostly eliminating interruptions between tapes.  
Connections  
5 ConnectthefirstVCR’s[SERIESRECOUT]terminaltothe  
second VCR’s [SERIES REC IN] terminal. Connect the  
second VCR’s [SERIES REC OUT] terminal to the third  
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
VCR’s[SERIESRECIN]terminal.Repeatforallconnected  
VCRs. Connect the VCR’s [COM] terminals as well.  
5 Connect a video camera and/or other source equipment to the  
first VCR’s video and audio input connectors.  
COM  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
CAM SW ALARM ALARM  
OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
ALARM  
TAPE WARNING  
RESET END OUT OUT  
RESET IN RESET IN  
C
LO  
C
K
SERIES  
COM  
R
E
S
E
T O  
U
T
RESET OUT  
ConnectthefirstVCR’svideoandaudiooutputconnectorsto  
thesecondVCR’svideoandaudioinputconnectors.Connect  
the second VCR’s video and audio output connectors to the  
third VCR’s video and audio input connectors.  
COM  
CLOCK  
COM  
SERIES  
REC IN  
CLOCK  
COM  
SERIES  
REC IN  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
REC IN  
RESET IN  
RESET IN  
RESET IN  
WARNING CLOCK  
SERIES  
WARNING CLOCK  
SERIES  
WARNING CLOCK  
SERIES  
OUT RESET OUT REC OUT  
OUT RESET OUT REC OUT  
OUT RESET OUT REC OUT  
Repeat for all connected VCRs.  
Connect the last VCR’s video and audio output connectors to  
the monitor’s video and audio input connectors.  
Video input signal  
Rear panel  
Audio input signal  
Second VCR  
Third VCR  
First VCR  
First VCR  
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y/C  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
CAM SW ALARM ALARM  
OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
ALARM  
TAPE WARNING  
RESET END OUT OUT  
COM  
RESET IN RESET IN  
IN  
C
LO  
C
K
SERIES  
COM  
R
E
S
E
T O  
U
T
RESET OUT  
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
* * * * * [ SR I / EXT *MODE ] * * * * *  
1 . SR I / EXT * REC * * * * * SER I ES  
2 . EXT * REC * END * * * * * NORMAL  
3 . CNT * TAPESEND * * * * * * 5 0 0 0  
* * [ ALARM / SENSOR *MODE ] * * *  
1 . REC *MODE * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . REC * SPEED * * * * * * * * * * * 2H  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 5 8SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Second VCR  
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y/C  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
RESET IN RESET IN  
CAM SW ALARM ALARM  
OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
ALARM  
TAPE WARNING  
RESET END OUT OUT  
COM  
IN  
C
L
O
C
K
SERIES  
RESET OUT  
COM  
R
E
S
E
T O  
U
T
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
5Normally the next VCR starts recording when the tape  
ends. If the menu switch counter end output function is  
on, a series recording signal is output when the selected  
tapereelcountervalueispassed,andthenextVCRstarts  
recording. Select the counter end value from “500”,  
“1000... “9500withthe<CNTTAPEEND>menuswitch.  
• The tape reel counter value from the beginning of the  
tapetotheendisabout5800onaT-120cassettetape.  
(Reter to page 64.)  
Last VCR  
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y/C  
CLOCK  
RESET IN RESET IN  
SERIES  
CAM SW ALARM ALARM  
OUT  
IN  
REC OUT  
ALARM  
TAPE WARNING  
RESET END OUT OUT  
COM  
IN  
C
L
O
CK  
SERIES  
RESET OUT  
COM  
R
E
S
E
T O  
U
T
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
Video output  
Audio output  
2 Press the [MENU] button to restore the normal screen.  
3 Load cassettes with safety tab in place in all connected  
VCRs.  
5 To use the counter end output function, set the  
counter to the tape reel counter display with the  
[DISPLAY] button.  
Monitor TV  
When a cassette is loaded, the counter is reset to  
“0000”.  
4 Start recording on the first VCR.  
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6-6 Series Recording  
5 When the first VCR ends recording, the second VCR  
starts recording automatically, then the third and so on.  
• When the tape end output is set, series recording  
signals are output from the [SERIES REC OUT]  
terminal at the specified tape reel counter value,  
signaling the next VCR to start recording.  
If the <AUTO REW> menu switch in <VTR MODE> is  
set to “OFF”, the Stop mode is engaged when the end  
of the tape is reached during recording. If <AUTO  
REW> is set to “ON”, the tape rewinds to the  
beginning and stops.  
Counter value  
The first VCR continues recording until the tape ends.  
When the tape is rewound to the beginning in the  
Repeat Recording or Auto Rewind mode using the  
counter end output function, thetape reel counter  
value is reset to “0000”.  
Non-stop continuous series recording  
The series recording function allows you to record indefinitely using two VCRs. Recording alternates between each VCR.  
To use this function, connect and set the VCRs as follows.  
5 Setting  
5 Connection  
• Set the <SRI/EXT REC> menu switch on both  
units to “SERIES”.  
• Set the <AUTO REW> menu switch in <VTR  
MODE> to “ON”.  
• Set the <AUTO REC CHECK> and <REPEAT  
REC> menu switch in <VTR MODE> to “OFF”.  
• Connect the [SERIES REC OUT] terminal of the  
first VCR to the [SERIES REC IN] terminal of the  
second VCR, and the [SERIES REC OUT]  
terminal of the second VCR to the [SERIES REC  
IN] terminal of the first VCR. The [COM]  
terminals of both VCRs should be connected.  
COM  
CLOCK  
COM  
SERIES  
REC IN  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
REC IN  
5 For uninterrupted endless series recording, use the  
counter end output function together. Set <CNT  
TAPE END> so that the counter end signal is  
output just before the tape end.  
RESET IN  
RESET IN  
WARNING  
OUT  
SERIES  
REC OUT  
CLOCK  
RESET OUT  
WARNING  
OUT  
SERIES  
REC OUT  
CLOCK  
RESET OUT  
• Set <CNT TAPE END> in the <SRI/EXT MODE>  
menu to “5500” (when a T-120 tape is used).  
* When the tape is rewound to the beginning in  
the Auto Rewind mode using the counter end  
output function, the tape reel counter is reset  
automatically to “0000”.  
Second VCR  
First VCR  
Note:  
• Connect audio and video terminals as shown in  
the connection diagram on page 41.  
• Continuous series recording over a long period  
may produce excessive wear and tear on the  
tapes and VCRs. Be sure to replace the tapes  
periodically (refer to page 28).  
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6-7 Repeat Recording  
When the tape comes to the end during recording, it is automatically rewound and recording starts again from the beginning.  
VIDEO/VTR MODE screen  
5 To execute repeat recording, set <REPEAT REC> in  
* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * * * * * *  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OFF  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OON  
<VTR MODE> to “ON”.  
• The [REPEAT] indication in the VCR’s display lights.  
5 Setting the <TAPE END MODE> menu switch in  
<ALARM/SENSOR MODE>  
• If this menu switch is set to “STOP”, the Stop mode is  
forcibly engaged when the tape ends even if there is  
an alarm or sensor recording.  
To continue repeat recording even if an alarm  
recording or sensor recording takes place during  
recording, set <TAPE END MODE> to “OFF”.  
When the Tape End Forced Stop mode and Repeat  
Rec mode are engaged and an alarm or sensor  
recording takes place, the [REPEAT] indication goes  
out.  
Set to “ON”.  
ALARM/SENSOR MODE screen  
* * * * * [ SR I / EXT *MODE ] * * * * *  
1 . SR I / EXT * REC * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . EXT * REC * END * * * * * NORMAL  
3 . CNT * TAPESEND * * * * * * *OFF  
* * [ ALARM / SENSOR *MODE ] * * *  
1 . REC *MODE * * * * * * * * SENSOR  
2 . REC * SPEED * * * * * * * * * * * 2H  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 6 0SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Set to “OFF”  
* When repeat recording is executed, any previously  
executed alarm recordings will be erased.  
5 When the <AUTO REC CHECK> menu switch is set  
5 Automatic recording check function  
to “ON”  
This unit is provided with an automatic recording  
check function which automatically determines  
whether or not recording is satisfactory at the tape  
beginning in repeat recording.  
Repeat recording  
Tape beginning position  
• To activate the automatic recording check  
function, set the <AUTO REC CHECK> menu  
switch in <VTR MODE> to “ON”.  
Auto recording for  
several seconds  
Normal  
5 Operation of the automatic recording check  
Recording  
Recording check  
Defect  
function  
• Recording is performed from the beginning of the  
tape for several seconds during repeat recording.  
Then the recorded section is automatically played  
back to check whether or not the signals have  
been recorded properly. If the recording is  
satisfactory, recording resumes.  
Auto head  
cleaning  
Auto recording for  
several seconds  
• If the recording is unsatisfactory, the heads are  
cleaned automatically. Recording is restarted for  
several seconds and then the recording is  
checked again. If the recording is still  
unsatisfactory, the error code “E-09” is shown on  
the display and recording resumes.  
Normal  
Recording check  
Defect  
Recording  
Recording  
Auto head  
cleaning  
Display  
The error code “E-09”  
remains on the display.  
Note:  
• Continuous repeat recording over long periods  
may produce excessive wear and tear on the  
tape and VCR. Be sure to replace the tape  
periodically (refer to page 28).  
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AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
To [SERIES REC IN] terminal  
To [COM] terminal  
External control  
equipment  
* * * * * [ SR I / EXT *MODE ] * * * * *  
1 . SR I / EXT * REC * * * * * * * * EXT  
2 . EXT * REC * END * * * * * NOREXT  
3 . CNT * TAPESEND * * * * * * 7 0 0 0  
* * [ ALARM / SENSOR *MODE ] * * *  
1 . REC *MODE * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . REC * SPEED * * * * * * * * * * * 2H  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 1 5SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
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6-9 How to Restore Recording After Power Failure  
If a power failure occurs during recording, recording will  
restart in the same mode as soon as power is restored.  
VTR MODE screen  
To use this function, set the <POWER ON REC> menu  
* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * * * * * *  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OON  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
switch in <VTR MODE> to “ON”.  
If this menu switch is set to “ON” and operating mode  
is turned off and on again in the Stop mode, the VCR  
enters the Record mode automatically. Be careful.  
Set to “ON”  
6-10 External Timer Recording  
External timer recording can be performed by connecting the SR-9090U to an external timer.  
1 Check that a cassette is loaded in the VCR.  
* If the cassette’s safety tab has been removed,  
recording will not take place.  
2 Set the <POWER ON REC> menu switch in <VTR  
MODE> to “ON”.  
Power is supplied from the external timer at the  
specified time and recording starts.  
* This function does not work when the Timer Record  
mode is engaged.  
• Recording is performed at the preset recording speed.  
If alarm recording or sensor recording is executed  
before the power is supplied, the Alarm Record mode  
or Sensor Record mode is released and normal  
recording starts.  
6-11 Tape End Buzzer  
You can switch the buzzer sound which lets you know  
when the tape ends during recording ON/OFF.  
BUZZER screen  
5 To sound the buzzer, set the menu switch <TAPE END>  
in <BUZZER> to “ON”.  
* * * * * * * * [ BUZZER ] * * * * * * * *  
1 . TAPE * END * * * * * * * * * * *OON  
2 . AL / SENSOR * I N * * * * * * *OFF  
3 .WARN I NG* * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * * [ I N / OUT ] * * * * * * * *  
1 . CAMERA * SW* * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . RS2 3 2C * B . RATE * * * * * 9 6 0 0  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 8 0SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Set to “ON”  
• If <CNT TAPE END> in the <SRI/EXT MODE> menu  
is set to any position except “OFF”, the buzzer sounds  
when the reel counter value is reached.  
5 The buzzer continues to sound. To stop the buzzer  
sound, set the menu switch <TAPE END> to “OFF”,  
perform another operation (such as pressing the [REW]  
button) or press the [OPERATE] button.  
Shown only when the SA-K97U is installed  
5 During repeat recording and auto rewind, the buzzer  
sounds for about 2 seconds.  
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[STOP] button  
Playback mode indicator  
[OPERATE] indicator  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
CHECK  
[OPERATE] button  
HDR  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[HDR] indicator  
[PLAY] button  
[TIME MODE+/–] button  
7-1 Preparation  
7-2 Playback  
1 Press the [OPERATE] button to turn the operating mode  
Connection  
on.  
Connect the output connectors on the rear panel correctly.  
The [OPERATE] indicator lights.  
2 Press the [TIME MODE +/–] button to set the play mode  
Menu switch setting  
to 2H (SP) or 6H (EP) mode.  
Set the menu switches in <VIDEO/VTR MODE> as  
required.  
The [2H] or [6H] indication is shown on the display.  
• To play back a tape recorded in the timelapse mode  
at slow speed, press the [TIME MODE +/–] button  
to set the desired mode (24H, 48H..... 960H) (slow  
play).  
5 [DETAIL] ... Factory setting: OFF  
Set to “ON” to improve reproduction of picture detail.  
However, the S/N ratio will be degraded.  
• Avoid using slow-motion playback continuously for  
long periods (more than several hours).  
5 [V. PULSE] ... Factory setting: OFF  
Set to “ON” to add V. pulse in the normal play (2H or  
6H) mode.  
3 Load the recorded cassette correctly.  
5 [CNT MEM SW] ... Factory setting: ON  
Counter memory ON/OFF.  
* If a cassette is loaded when the operating mode is off,  
the operating mode is switched on automatically (auto  
operate on function).  
• Set to “ON” to use the counter memory function.  
If the cassette’s safety tab has been removed, the  
operating mode is turned on and play starts  
automatically (auto play function).  
5 [AUTO REW] ... Factory setting: OFF  
Automatic rewind ON/OFF.  
• Set to “ON” to rewind the tape to the beginning when  
the tape ends.  
4 Press the [PLAY] button to start play.  
The play indicator is shown on the display and  
the Play mode is engaged.  
5 [REPEAT PLAY] ... Factory setting: OFF  
Repeat playback ON/OFF.  
When a tape recorded in the HDR mode is played back,  
the [HDR] indicator lights.  
• Set to “ON” to execute repeat playback.  
* Noise may appear in the picture with tapes not  
recorded on the SR-9090U.  
* No sound is output in the Timelapse Play mode.  
When the play mode is set to 2H (SP) or 6H (EP),  
playback operates as follows.  
Notes on playback  
• Cassettes recorded in the 2H or ordinary (SP)  
Timelapse modes are played back in the 2H (SP)  
mode. [2H] is shown on the display.  
• Cassettes recorded in the 6H or HDR Timelapse  
mode are played back in the 6H (EP) mode. [6H] is  
shown on the display  
Tapes recorded on this VCR cannot be played back on  
standard VHS VCRs. Use this VCR, an S-VHS VCR or a  
VCR with SQPB function to play back tapes recorded on  
this unit. Also be aware that not all S-VHS VCRs will be  
able to play back tapes recorded on this unit, because  
some use different S-VHS/VHS detection methods.  
Try to avoid operations such as shuttle search or field  
advance playback as much as possible. These put a  
comparatively high stress load on the tape and can lead  
to picture degradation over time.  
To stop playback  
5 Press the [STOP] button.  
Duringshuttlesearchorfieldadvanceplayback,noisemay  
appear. Thisisnormalwiththisunitandisnotamalfunction.  
The tape stops and the Stop mode is engaged.  
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SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[REW] button  
[FF] button  
[PLAY] button  
[PAUSE] button  
[REVERSE] button  
7-3 Special-Effects Playback  
Still playback  
Reverse playback  
1 Press the [PAUSE] button during playback.  
1 Press the [REVERSE] button in any mode except  
Record, Record-Pause or Record Check.  
The still indicator is shown on the display and  
the still picture is shown.  
The reverse indicator is shown on the display and  
the Reverse mode is engaged.  
• The tape is played back in reverse in the 2H or 6H  
mode regardless of the playback speed mode setting.  
2 Press the [PLAY] button to restore the Normal Play  
mode.  
The Stop mode is automatically engaged if the VCR  
remains in the Still mode for 3 minutes (approx.).  
* No sound is output.  
2 Press the [PAUSE] button to engage the Still mode.  
To restore the normal playback, press the [PLAY]  
button.  
Field advance playback  
1 Press the [PAUSE] button in the Play mode to engage  
the Still mode.  
2 While pressing the [PAUSE] button, press the [FF]  
button or [REW] button.  
The operation varies depending on how the [FF] or  
[REW] button is pressed.  
5 Each time the [FF] button or [REW] button is pressed,  
the picture is advanced or reversed one field.  
5 When the [FF] button or [REW] button is pressed for  
more than 2 seconds, the picture is  
advanced or reversed continuously field  
by field (continuous field advance  
playback).  
3 Press the [PAUSE] button in the Continuous Field  
Advance Play mode to restore the Still mode.  
Press the [PLAY] button to restore normal playback.  
• In the Continuous Field Advance Play mode, no  
sound is output.  
• When continuous field advance playback continues  
for about 3 minutes, the Stop mode is automatically  
engaged to protect the tape.  
• When forward field-by-field playback is switched to  
reverse field-by-field playback, noise may appear in  
the picture for several seconds.  
• During reverse field-by-field playback, noise may  
appear in the picture.  
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7-3 Special-Effects Playback  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[FF] button  
[PLAY] button  
[REW] button  
Shuttle search (reverse and fast-forward) playback  
Press the [FF] button or [REW] button in the Play mode to engage the Fast-Forward Shuttle Search mode or Reverse Shuttle  
Search mode.  
5 Reverse shuttle search  
5 Fast-forward shuttle search  
Press the [REW] button during play.  
Press the [FF] button during play.  
The rewind search indicator is shown on the  
The fast-forward search indicator is shown  
display and the Reverse Shuttle Search  
mode is engaged.  
on the display and the Fast-Forward Shuttle  
Search mode is engaged.  
• The operation varies depending on how the [FF] or [REW] button is pressed. Refer to the table below for details.  
Type of  
recording  
Tape recorded in the 2H (SP) mode or  
the ordinary Timelapse mode  
Tape recorded in the 6H (EP) mode or  
the HDR Timelapse mode  
Operation of  
the [REW] and [FF]  
buttons  
Press the button once.  
7 times 2H (SP) speed (latch).  
Press the [PLAY] button to restore the  
normal play mode  
21 times the 6H (EP) speed (latch).  
Press the [PLAY] button to restore the  
normal play mode.  
Hold the button pressed  
for more than 2 seconds.  
7 times 2H (SP) speed.  
Release the button to restore the normal  
play mode.  
13 times the 6H (EP) speed.  
Release the button to restore the normal  
play mode.  
• Latch: Even if the button is released, shuttle search  
continues.  
* During shuttle search, no sound is output.  
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SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[SET –] button  
[SET +] button  
[SHIFT f] button  
[SEARCH] button  
[REW] button  
[FF] button  
7-4 Alarm Search/Date and Time Search  
There are three different ways you can search a tape position.  
When the [SEARCH] button is pressed, the Search mode is engaged. Each time the [SEARCH] button is pressed, the Search  
mode changes.  
• (Once) alarm search: To search the start of an alarm recording.  
(Twice) alarm scan: To play back around the start of each alarm recording for several seconds.  
(Three times) date/time search: To search for a recording made at a specified date and time.  
Press the [SEARCH] button four times to cancel the Search mode.  
Note on date/time search  
Recording duration is especially important with timelapse recordings. If the duration is too short, date/time search will not  
function correctly. The recording duration must be equivalent to at least 5 seconds at Standard (2H) or EP (6H) speed.  
(Example) In the 960-hour normal timelapse mode, the recording time should be 40 minutes or more.  
Alarm search  
A specified alarm recording is searched and the Stop mode  
is engaged.  
Alarm search setting screen  
ALARM: SRH * 0 1 * * * * * * * * * * * *  
0 0H0 0M0 1S * * FR I * * * * * * * * * *  
AL– 0 5 6 * BLPL– 0 4 * AUTO* * * * *  
Alarm number  
(01- 99)  
1 Press the [SEARCH] button once in the Stop mode.  
[The VCR enters the Alarm Search mode and the  
alarm search setting screen is shown on the monitor.  
The [AL01] indication blinks in the record/playback  
speed mode indication section on the display.  
* To cancel the Alarm Search mode, press the  
[SEARCH] button three times.  
To specify the alarm  
recording to be  
cued, enter the alarm  
number with respect  
to the current tape  
position in the  
* ZOOMONUM . * * * * *M. * * * * * * *  
Control or reel counter  
*MACR * * TELE * * * * A. * * * * * * *  
* DATEEHEURE * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* DURE * * BANDE * * * T4 5 * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
forward or reverse  
direction.  
*
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2 Specify the alarm recording you want to search.  
Press the [SET +] or [SET –] button to specify an alarm  
number from 01 to 99.  
The specified alarm number is shown on the monitor  
and the VCR’s display. The alarm number is not  
absolute; it depends on the current tape position.  
VCR’s display  
3 Press the [FF] or [REW] button.  
[The VCR fast forwards or rewinds.  
When the start of the alarm recording with the  
specified alarm number is located, search stops and  
the Stop mode is engaged.  
Alarm number  
The Alarm Search mode is automatically canceled.  
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Alarm scan  
The section around the start of each alarm recording is played back for  
Alarm scan screen  
about 5 seconds.  
* Playback may start a few seconds after the actual start of the alarm  
recording.  
* If the interval between alarm recordings is short, the tape may play  
back continuously for 5 seconds or more.  
* Sound is not output.  
ALARM: SCAN0 1 * * * * * * * * * * * *  
0 0H0 0M0 1S * * FR I * * * * * * * * * *  
AL– 0 5 6 * BLPL– 0 4 * AUTO* * * * *  
* ZOOMONUM . * * * * *M. * * * * * * *  
Control or reel counter  
*MACR * * TELE * * * * A. * * * * * * *  
* DATEEHEURE * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* DURE * * BANDE * * * T4 5 * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
1 Press the [SEARCH] button twice in the Stop mode.  
[TheAlarmScanmodeisengagedandthe[ALARMSCAN]indication  
is shown on the monitor screen. The [ALSC] indication is shown in  
the display’s record/playback speed mode indication section.  
* To release the Alarm Scan mode, press the [SEARCH] button twice.  
*
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F I N DE *MENU * * * * * * * * * * *  
2 Press the [FF] or [REW] button.  
[The VCR fast-forwards or rewinds the tape from the current  
position and the section around the start of each alarm recording  
is played back for about 5 seconds.  
3 Press the [PLAY] button when you want to start playback.  
[Normal playback starts and the Alarm Scan mode is canceled.  
• Tocancelalarmsearchoralarmscan,pressthe[STOP]button,  
[PLAY] button, [REVERSE] button or the [REW]/[FF] button  
(whichever is opposite to the current tape running direction).  
• When the end or beginning of the tape is reached during  
alarm search or alarm scan, the mode is canceled and the  
Stop mode is engaged.  
Date/time search setting screen  
Date/time search  
“Day” setting  
“Time” setting  
A section recorded at a specified date and time is searched and the  
Stop mode is engaged.  
TDASRHS0 1D0 0H * * * * * * * * * * *  
0 0H0 0M0 1S * * FR I * * * * * * * * * *  
– – – – – 6 – – : – – – 0 4 * AUTO* * * * *  
* ZOOMONUM . * * * * *M. * * * * * * *  
*MACR * * TELE * * * * A. * * * * * * *  
1 Press the [SEARCH] button three times in the Stop mode.  
[The Date/Time Search mode is engaged and the date/time  
search setting screen is shown on the monitor.  
“td 0100” is shown on the VCR’s display.  
* DATEEHEURE * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
Search data during tape  
* DURE * * BANDE * * * T4 5 * * * * * *  
running (month, day,  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
hour, minute)  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* To cancel the Date/Time Search mode, press the [SEARCH]  
button once.  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
*
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F I N DE *MENU * * * * * * * * * * *  
2 Press the [SET +] or [SET –] button to set the “date” you want to  
VCR’s display  
search (01 - 31).  
3 Press the [SHIFT f] button so that “hour” blinks.  
4 Press the [SET +/–] button to set the “hour” you want to search (00 - 23).  
5 Press the [FF] button or [REW] button.  
[The VCR fast-forwards or rewinds the tape from the current  
position to search the specified date and time. When the recording  
is located, the Stop mode is engaged.  
The Date/Time Search mode is canceled.  
• During date/time search, the month, day, hour and minute which are  
being searched are shown on-screen.  
“Day” setting “Hour” setting  
Set value  
TDASRFS1 2D1 9H * * * * * * * * * * *  
0 0H0 0M0 1S * * FR I * * * * * * * * * *  
1 0 – 1 0 6 1 5 : 3 0 – 0 4 * AUTO* * * * *  
* ZOOMONUM . * * * * *M. * * * * * * *  
*MACR * * TELE * * * * A. * * * * * * *  
* DATEEHEURE * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* DURE * * BANDE * * * T4 5 * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *  
19:00 on 12  
Search data  
during tape  
running  
• If the specified date and time cannot be found and the tape ends, the  
Date/Time Search mode is canceled and the Stop mode is engaged.  
(15:30 on  
Oct. 10)  
Notes:  
*
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F I N DE *MENU * * * * * * * * * * *  
• If the specified date and time is near the start of an alarm  
recording, the date/time search may not be successful.  
• If the specified date/time is the same as the timer-recording start  
time, the VCR may not operate correctly.  
• Date/time search cannot be executed if no date and time are  
available in the search direction.  
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7-5 Repeat Playback  
The tape is automatically rewound and played back  
repeatedly.  
Auto rewind  
• To execute repeat playback, set <REPEAT PLAY> in  
<VTR MODE> to “ON”.  
When the tape ends during recording, playback, or forward  
search, the VCR automatically rewinds the tape to the start  
and enters the Stop mode.  
VIDEO/VTR MODE screen  
• To auto-rewind the tape, set the <AUTO REW> menu  
switch in <VTR MODE> to “ON”.  
* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * * * * * *  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OFF  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
VIDEO/VTR MODE screen  
* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * * * * * *  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OFF  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
Set to “ON”.  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OON  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Set to “ON”.  
Set to “OFF”.  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OON  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Note:  
• When the <REPEAT PLAY> or <REPEAT REC>  
menu switch is set to “ON”, the tape restarts playback  
or recording after rewinding to the beginning.  
7-6 Counter Memory Function  
When the counter memory function is ON, the VCR  
automatically enters the Stop mode when the control tape  
counter reaches “00:00:00” or when the reel tape counter  
reaches “0000” in the FF or REW mode.  
VIDEO/VTR MODE  
* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * * * * * *  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OON  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OFF  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
5 To activate the counter memory function, set <CNT  
MEM SW> in <VTR MODE> to “ON”.  
Set to “ON”.  
Operation  
1 Select the counter display mode.  
• Press the [DISPLAY] button on the front panel to set  
the counter display mode to the control tape counter or  
reel tape counter.  
SR-9090U  
2 Press the [CNT RESET] button at the position  
where you want to stop the tape.  
REC  
[ The counter is set to “00H00M00S” or “0000”.  
EJECT OPERATE  
OPERATE  
5 Execute recording or playback.  
HDR  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
3 Engage the Stop mode and press the [FF] or [REW]  
button.  
MENU  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
TIMER  
+
SET  
[When the counter reaches “00H00M00S” or “0000”,  
the Stop mode is automatically engaged.  
[CNT RESET] button  
[DISPLAY] button  
Note:  
• Repeat record/play, auto rewind and alarm search/  
alarm scan/date and time search have priority over  
the counter memory function.  
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* * * * * * [ V I DEO*MODE ] * *  
                                                                                                          
* * *  
7 PLAYBACK AND SPECIAL-EFFECTS PLAYBACK  
SR-9090U  
REC  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
OPERATE  
EJECT  
OPERATE  
HDR  
CHECK  
RESET/  
CANCEL  
ON SCREEN  
REW REVERSE PAUSE PLAY  
FIELD REV  
FF  
SHIFT  
TIME MODE  
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIMER  
+
SET  
+
+
FIELD ADV  
[V.LOCK +/–] buttons  
[TRACKING +/–] buttons  
7-7 Tracking/V. Lock Adjustment  
When noise appears in the picture in the  
Play/Field Advance mode  
When a picture moves up and down in the  
Still mode and Timelapse Play mode  
Tracking adjustment is possible in the following modes.  
• 2H (SP), 6H (EP) and timelapse play mode  
• Field advance play  
Press either the [V.LOCK+/–] button to minimize vertical  
jitter.  
5 Press either the [TRACKING +/–] button until picture  
noise is eliminated or minimized.  
To return to the Tracking Preset mode, press the + and  
– buttons simultaneously.  
7-8 V. PULSE  
When the picture is distorted, set the <V. PULSE> menu  
switch in <VIDEO MODE> to “ON”.  
This menu switch is effective only in the 2H and 6H modes.  
Normally set to “OFF”.  
• When cameras synchronized with a power supply are  
switched with a switcher, the pictures may be distorted at  
the switching point. This switch locks the monitor to  
prevent distortion of the displayed picture.  
(Only operates in the Normal Play [2H/6H] mode)  
VIDEO/VTR MODE screen  
• In the Still or Timelapse Play mode, V. pulses are always  
output.  
1 . I NPUT * * * * * * * * * * * * * L I NE  
2 . DETA I L * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . V . PULSE * * * * * * * * * * * *OON  
* * * * * * * [ VTR *MODE ] * * * * * * *  
1 . HDR * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . CNT *MEM* SW* * * * * * * * *OFF  
3 . POWER *ON * REC * * * * * * *OFF  
4 . AUTO* REC * CHECK * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
Set to “ON”.  
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8 TROUBLESHOOTING  
8-1 Error Indications  
Error indications are shown on the display whenever  
condensation occurs or there are problems with cassette  
loading, unloading or mechanism operation.  
Display section  
5 When a problem occurs, the error indication “E-**” lights  
(when the <WARNING> menu switch in <F. DISP> is  
set to “ON”).  
5 When any one of error indications (E01 - E08) is shown,  
a 12-V warning signal is output from the rear panel’s  
WARNING OUT connector.  
Error indication  
BUZZER screen  
* * * * * * * * [ BUZZER ] * * * * * * * *  
1 . TAPE * END * * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . AL / SENSOR * I N * * * * * * *OFF  
3 .WARN I NG* * * * * * * * * * * *OON  
* * * * * * * * [ I N / OUT ] * * * * * * * *  
1 . CAMERA * SW* * * * * * * * * *OFF  
2 . RS2 3 2C * B . RATE * * * * * 9 6 0 0  
3 . DURAT I ON * * * * * * * * 1 8 0SEC  
4 . TAPE * END *MODE * * * * * *OFF  
5 . AUTO* REW* * * * * * * * * * *OFF  
6 . REPEAT * PLAY * * * * * * * *OFF  
7 . REPEAE * REC * * * * * * * * *OFF  
5 Whenthe<WARNING>menuswitchin<BUZZER>issetto  
“ON”, the buzzer sounds if a problem occurs (E-01 - E-08  
and E-11 (during recording)).  
Buzzer sound  
When an error indication appears or the buzzer sounds,  
turn the operating mode on again to clear the error  
indication and buzzer sound (E-01-E07).  
When the error indication “E-**” is shown, turning the  
operating mode on again may not clear the problem. In  
this case, consult your local JVC dealer.  
Error  
Measures  
Contents  
VCR operation  
indication  
E-01  
Turn the operating mode on again.  
Turn the operating mode on again.  
Turn the operating mode on again.  
Turn the operating mode on again.  
Turn the operating mode on again.  
Turn the operating mode on again.  
Turn the operating mode on again.  
Problem with loading operation  
Problem with unloading operation  
Problem with supply reel rotation  
Problem with drum rotation  
Problem with take-up reel rotation  
Problem with capstan rotation  
Problem with eject operation  
Condensation  
The operating mode is turned off.  
The operating mode is turned off.  
The operating mode is turned off.  
The operating mode is turned off.  
The operating mode is turned off.  
The operating mode is turned off.  
The operating mode is turned off.  
E-02  
E-03  
E-04  
E-05  
E-06  
E-07  
E-08  
Turn the operating mode on and  
wait until the error indication goes  
out.  
The cassette is ejected and the  
drum starts rotating.  
Cassette loading is not possible.  
Clean the heads with a head  
cleaning tape, then check the  
recording picture quality again. The  
tape may be defective. Replace the  
tape and check again.  
E-09  
Error with recording check  
(recording defect)  
The head cleaner in the VCR  
cleans the heads.  
If the picture quality is still inferior,  
contact your local JVC dealer.  
E-10  
Consult your local JVC dealer for  
replacement of the built-in battery.  
Insufficient battery capacity for  
clock and timer backup.  
If a power failure occurs, clock and  
timer setting data and record/  
playback speed settings may be  
reset.  
No input video signal  
E-11  
E-12  
Input video signals.  
It is not possible to write in  
EEPROM.  
Consult your local JVC dealer.  
The tape is broken.  
The cassette is ejected. The error  
indication is shown only while the  
cassette is being ejected.  
E-13  
Replace the cassette.  
System error  
System error  
The operating mode is turned off.  
The operating mode is turned off.  
E-98  
E-99  
Consult your local JVC dealer.  
This unit uses a microprocessor and may not function properly if there is external noise or interference. In this case, turn the  
operating mode off and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. Then plug the power cord in again and check operation.  
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8 TROUBLESHOOTING  
8-2 No Error Indication  
Symptoms  
Causes  
Remedies  
No power is supplied.  
q Is the power cord disconnected?  
q Is the [TIMER] indication shown?  
q Is the Operation Lock mode  
engaged?  
q ConnectthepowercordtoanACoutlet.  
q Press the [TIMER] button so that the  
[TIMER] indication goes out.  
q Release the Operation Lock mode.  
Operation buttons have no effect  
during recording and playback.  
Is the Operation Lock mode  
engaged?  
Release the Operation Lock mode.  
No picture is shown during  
playback.  
q Connect the monitor correctly.  
q Press the [TIMER] button to clear the  
[TIMER] indication.  
q Isthemonitorconnectedcorrectly?  
q Is the [TIMER] indication lit?  
Noise appears in the picture in  
the Shuttle Search mode, Still  
mode and Field Advance mode.  
This is not a malfunction.  
Noise appears in part of the  
playback picture.  
Adjust the tracking with the [TRACKNG  
+/–] button.  
Is the tracking adjusted properly?  
When the cassette is played  
back, the picture becomes  
rough or disappears.  
Clean the heads with a commercially-  
available head cleaning tape. If the picture  
quality is still unsatisfactory, consult your  
local JVC dealer.  
Dust may have accumulated on the  
video heads.  
No sound is heard during  
playback.  
Use a tape on which sound is recorded.  
q Are you recording in a timelapse  
mode? Ifso,soundisnotrecorded.  
q During alarm scan, no sound is  
output.  
Recording is impossible.  
Paste a piece of cellophane tape over  
the hole.  
Has the cassette safety tab been  
removed?  
Timer recording is not working.  
q Check again.  
q Is the clock set correctly? Is the  
timer properly programmed?  
q Is the [TIMER] indication lit?  
q Check it again.  
The clock cannot be set.  
Press the [TIMER] button so that the  
[TIMER] indication goes out.  
Is the [TIMER] indication lit?  
Tape running sound is heard in  
the Record, Play, FF and REW  
modes.  
If you feel it is too noisy, install the VCR  
in a rack.  
During recording and playback, the  
VCR’s motor and rotary heads are  
running. The sound this generates is  
normal and not a malfunction.  
The time/date is not shown.  
q Set the clock.  
q Is the clock set?  
q Is the <ON SCREEN MODE>  
menu switch set to “OFF”?  
q Set the <ON SCREEN MODE> menu  
switch to “ON”.  
Auto REW and repeat recording  
are not possible during  
recording.  
Set the <TAPE END MODE> menu  
switch to “OFF”.  
Is the <TAPE END MODE> menu  
switch in <ALARM/SENSOR  
MODE> set to “STOP”?  
Camera image is not switched.  
Whensettingthecameraswitchingtimingon  
this unit, set the menu switch to “1 FIELD” or  
“2 FIELD”.  
Is the <CAMERA SW> menu switch  
in <IN/OUT> set to “OFF”?  
External recording is not  
possible.  
Toperformrepeatrecordingusingexternal  
recording activation, set <REPEAT REC>  
to “OFF” and <AUTO REW> to “ON”.  
Is the <REPEAT REC> menu switch  
in the <VTR MODE> menu set to  
“ON”?  
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9 OPTIONAL SA-K97U RS-232C INTERFACE BOARD  
Functions that can be controlled with front panel buttons and switches can also be controlled from a personal computer when  
the optional SA-K97U RS-232C interface board is installed. Operation status can also be monitored on the computer.  
9-1 Installation of the SA-K97U  
The procedure is shown below. However, to avoid  
electric shock or injury, contact your local JVC  
Rear panel  
service center for details.  
Note:  
AC~IN  
AC120V~50/60Hz  
To avoid electric shock, be sure to unplug the power  
cord from the AC outlet before installing the SA-K97U.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y/C  
ALARM  
COM  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
RESET IN RESET IN  
SERIES  
CAM SW ALARM  
OUT  
IN  
ALARM  
REC OUT  
IN  
TAPE WARNING  
OUT  
C
L
O
C
K
COM  
RESET END OUT  
R
E
S
E
T O  
U
T
RESET OUT  
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
SA-K97U installation section  
1. Detach the top cover.  
Top cover  
Note:  
1.  
2.  
Be careful when removing the top cover. The edges of  
the cover could injure you if handled improperly.  
Remove the 4 screws securing the top cover and lift it off.  
2. Detach the plate in the VCR.  
Plate  
Screws  
Remove the 2 screws on the rear panel. Detach the plate  
from the inside of the VCR.  
3. Detach the SA-K97U’s wire.  
* The SA-K97U’s wire is not used.  
4. Install the SA-K97U in the VCR.  
3.  
4.  
Hold the board as shown in the illustration and secure it  
using the screws removed previously in step 2.  
Screws  
Wire (not used)  
5. Connect the VCR’s wire to the SA-K97U’s connector.  
• Check the direction of the connector and connect it.  
• Press both ends of the connector to firmly connect it.  
SA-K97U  
6. Replace the top cover on the VCR and secure it with the  
four screws previously removed in step 1.  
Connector  
5.  
Wire  
SA-K97U  
AC~IN  
R
S
-
2
3
2
C
AC120V~50/60Hz  
VIDEO  
Y/C  
AUDIO  
CAM SW ALARM  
ALARM  
COM  
CLOCK  
SERIES  
RESET IN RESET IN  
OUT  
IN  
ALARM  
REC OUT  
IN  
TAPE WARNING  
OUT  
C
LO  
C
K
SERIES  
COM  
RESET END OUT  
R
E
S
E
T O  
U
T
RESET OUT  
REMOTE  
MIC  
OUT  
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9 OPTIONAL SA-K97U RS-232C INTERFACE BOARD  
9-2 SA-K97U Specifications  
9-pin connector specifications  
Pin NO.  
Signals  
RXD  
Operations  
Receive data  
Direction of signals  
VTR p CPU  
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
TXD  
Transmit data  
VTR [ CPU  
DTR  
Data terminal ready  
Signal ground  
VTR [ CPU  
GND  
DSR  
Data set ready  
VTR p CPU  
Output level  
ON : +5 V or more  
OFF: –5 V or less  
Data format  
5 Mode  
: Non-synchronized  
5 Character length : 8 bits  
5 Data rate  
: 600,1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 bps  
(switched with on-screen menu switch, set to 9600 bps before shipment)  
5 Parity check  
: No  
: 1 bit  
5 Stop bit  
Configuration  
0 (SPACE)  
Start bit D0 D1  
D4 D5 D6 D7 Stop bit  
D2 D3  
1 (MARX)  
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9 OPTIONAL SA-K97U RS-232C INTERFACE BOARD  
9-3 SA-K97U RS-232C Protocol & Commands  
RS-232C protocol  
This VCR is provided with JVC basic table commands in addition to the JVC table-1 commands shown below.  
The commands in the shaded area in the table below are contained in both the JVC table-1 and JVC basic table. The JVC basic  
table commands include only those in the shaded areas.  
JVC table-1  
0
1 2  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Data “0” ENTER  
TIMER  
ON  
ON SCREEN  
ON  
VISS  
FWD  
FRAME CODE  
(COUNT)  
COMPLE-  
TION  
Data “1” CLEAR  
ERROR  
TIMER  
OFF  
ON SCREEN  
OFF  
VISS  
REV  
REC  
CHECK  
DEVICE  
TYPE  
AL . PL  
RESET  
ERROR  
Data “2”  
Data “3”  
Data “4”  
Data “5”  
Data “6”  
Data “7”  
PRG/CLK  
SHFT+  
SHFT–  
SET+  
ROM VER  
HOUR METER COUNT  
SENSE  
RESET  
CASSETTE  
OUT  
POS V+  
EJECT SEARCH  
(VISS)  
ON SCREEN  
SELECT  
NOT  
TARGET  
POS H+  
PL .AL COUNT  
SENSE  
ALARM  
INPUT  
CLEAR  
SET–  
TL STATUS  
SET  
TL STATUS  
SENSE  
JVC  
TABLE1 ON  
CANCEL  
STATUS  
SENSE  
JVC  
TABLE1 OFF  
8
9
Data “8”  
Data “9”  
OPE LOCK  
ON  
A
B
ACK  
NAK  
PLAY  
REV  
PLAY  
OPE LOCK  
OFF  
REC  
REC  
REQUEST  
OPERATE ON  
OPERATE OFF  
FF  
REC  
PAUSE  
VTR INQ  
C
D
REW  
MODE  
SHIFT  
F-FIELD  
STEP  
E
F
MODE  
DATE SET  
TIME SET  
R-FIELD  
STEP  
DATE  
SENSE  
STOP  
STILL  
TIME  
SENSE  
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9 OPTIONAL SA-K97U RS-232C INTERFACE BOARD  
9-3 SA-K97U RS-232C Protocol & Commands  
This section provides technical data for programmers.  
Command description  
To use the commands described in the following pages, prepare the VCR for communications as follows:  
Transmit the command “JVC TABLE 1 ON” (F6H) to the VCR. The VCR will return “ACK” (0AH). When the operating mode is turned on,  
the VCR is in the “ON” status.  
The VCR can now receive any command described in this section. To cancel the communications mode, transmit the command “JVC  
TABLE 1 OFF” (F7H).  
1 VCR control commands  
Commands (1) through (12) are 1-byte commands. The VCR will return “ACK” (0AH) when the command is received. Confirm that “ACK”  
(0AH) has been returned before transmitting the next command.  
(1) OPERATE ON (7BH)  
OPERATE OFF (7CH)  
(2) PLAY (3AH)  
: VCR operating mode is turned “ON”.  
: VCR operating mode is turned “OFF”.  
: Playback  
(3) STILL (4FH)  
: Pause/Still  
(4) STOP (3FH)  
: Stop  
(5) FF (ABH)  
: FF/Forward search in the Play mode.  
(6) REW (ACH)  
: REW/Reverse search in the Play mode.  
(7) REV PLAY (4AH)  
(8) TIMER ON (60H)  
TIMER OFF (61H)  
: Reverse playback at normal speed  
: Timer “ON”  
: Timer “OFF”  
(9) OPE LOCK ON (69H)  
OPE LOCK OFF (6AH)  
(10) EJECT (A3H)  
: Operation lock “ON”  
: Operation lock “OFF”  
: Cassette ejection  
VCR returns “ACK”, and then returns CASSETTE OUT (03H) after cassette has been ejected.  
: Advances the tape by one field when the VCR is in the Still mode and engages the Still mode.  
If the VCR is in any other play mode, the Still mode is engaged.  
: Reverses the tape by one field when the VCR is in the Still mode and engages the Still mode.  
If the VCR is in any other play mode, the Still mode is engaged.  
: Engages REC CHECK. (function is the same as when locally controlled on the VCR.)  
(11) F-FIELD STEP (ADH)  
(12) R-FIELD STEP (AEH)  
(13) REC CHECK (C1H)  
Before transmitting either of the following commands ((14) or (15)), first transmit REC/DUB REQUEST (FAH), and confirm that “ACK” (0AH) is  
returned by the VCR.  
(14) REC (CAH)  
: Starts recording. The VCR returns “ACK” (0AH).  
If the cassette tape’s safety tab [REC TAB] has been removed, NAC (0BH) is returned.  
• When REC PAUSE (FAH + CBH) is sent in the Record mode, the Record-Pause mode is  
engaged.  
• When STOP (3FH) is sent in the Record mode, the Stop mode is engaged.  
: Engages Record-Pause mode. The VCR returns “ACK” (0AH).  
If the cassette tape’s safety tab has been removed, NAC (0BH) is returned.  
• To re-start recording, transmit REC (FAH+CAH).  
(15) REC PAUSE (CBH)  
• To cancel Record-Pause, transmit STOP (3FH). The VCR will enter the Stop mode.  
After transmitting commands VISS FWD (16) or VISS REV (17), transmit the appropriate numeric data (1-byte ASCII codes from 30H to 39H)  
and the data input command (40H).  
ASCII codes “30H – 39H” correspond with the numbers “0 – 9” (ie.: 0: 30H, 1: 31H, ... 9: 39H).  
Each byte of numeric data and the data input command should be transmitted separately with “ACK” (0AH) confirmation from the VCR after  
each transmission. * Transmit the commands (16) and (17) in the Stop mode.  
(16) VISS FWD (B0H)  
(17) VISS REV (B1H)  
: To advance the tape in the forward search mode to the designated alarm-input point. The alarm  
point’s 2-byte numeric data should be input after transmission of this command.  
: To reverse the tape in the reverse search mode to the designated alarm-input point. The alarm  
point’s 2-byte numeric data should be input after transmission of this command.  
Eg: To search for the 3rd alarm-input point from the current position.  
TXD  
RXD  
B0H  
30H  
33H  
40H  
Time  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
01H (or 05H)  
Search start  
The VCR starts search after returning “ACK”. When the specified point is reached, the VCR returns COMPLETION (01H). If the end or  
beginning of the tape is reached before the specified point, the VCR returns NOT TARGET (05H). (Sending either the 30H,30H or 30H,31H  
command will cause the VCR to search for the 1st alarm-input point).  
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After transmitting the VISS SEARCH command (18), transmit the appropriate 2-byte numeric data (from 30H to 39H), the data input command  
(40H), and either FF (ABH) or REW (ACH). All commands should be transmitted separately one byte at a time with “ACK” (0AH) confirmation  
from the VCR after each transmission. * Execute in the Stop mode.  
(18) VISS SEARCH (B3H)  
: To search for a designated alarm-input point on the tape.  
The VCR starts search after returning “ACK”. When the specified point is reached, the VCR returns COMPLETION (01H). If the end or  
beginning of the tape is reached before the specified point, the VCR returns NOT TARGET (05H).  
This command differs from commands (16) and (17) only in that the FF (ABH) or REW (ACH) command is included separately.  
2 VCR setting commands  
Commands available include control of recording/playback mode setting, timelapse VCR operation mode setting, date and time setting, timer  
programming, on-screen setting, and others.  
5 Recording/playback mode setting commands  
Two commands are available. One allows you to rotate through recording/playback modes, the other permits you to directly select the  
mode.  
(1) MODE SHIFT (7DH) : Switches from one recording/playback mode to the next each time the command is transmitted. Use the TL  
STATUS SENSE (D6H) command to check the current mode.  
Transmit 1 byte at a time with “ACK” (0AH) confirmation from the VCR after each transmission.  
(2) MODE (7EH)  
: Sets recording/playback mode directly.  
After transmitting this command, transmit the appropriate 2-byte ASCII codes (from 30H to 39H) and the data  
input command (40H). Correspondence of ASCII codes with recording/playback modes is as shown below.  
Eg: To set to “24H”.  
Mode  
2H  
6H  
24H  
48H  
1st byte 2nd byte  
30H  
30H  
31H  
30H  
30H  
30H  
30H  
30H  
31H  
31H  
30H  
31H  
36H  
34H  
35H  
37H  
38H  
39H  
31H  
33H  
TXD  
RXD  
7EH  
31H  
36H  
40H  
Time  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
72H  
120H  
168H  
240H  
480H  
960H  
5 Timelapse VCR operation mode setting commands  
(1) TL STATUS SET (86H)  
: Set the timelapse VCR operation mode with 3-byte data. Send one byte at a time by checking  
ACK (0AH) from the VCR.  
TXD  
RXD  
86H  
1st byte  
2nd byte  
3rd byte  
Time  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
• The setting details for the first to the third bytes are shown below.  
1st byte  
2nd byte  
BIT  
When the bit is “1”  
BIT  
When the bit is “1”  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Repeat recording function ON  
Unused  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Unused  
Alarm recording function ON  
Unused  
POWER ON REC mode ON  
Auto rewind ON  
Sensor recording function ON  
Unused  
External recording function ON  
Unused  
Series recording function ON  
Tape end buzzer ON during recording  
Alarm recording buzzer ON  
Unused  
Warning buzzer ON  
3rd byte  
BIT  
When the bit is “1”  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Unused  
Summer time compensation ON  
Unused  
Unused  
HDR mode ON  
Auto record check function ON  
Unused  
Unused  
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5 Date and time setting commands  
(1) DATE SET (8EH)  
: Set the current date (month, day, year) for the VCR. After this command (8EH) is sent, input  
1-byte numerical data (30H — 39H).  
(Example) Oct., 30, 1998  
TXD  
RXD  
38H  
8EH  
31H  
30H  
33H  
30H  
39H  
Time  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
Month  
Day  
Year  
(2) TIME SET (8FH)  
: Set the current time (hour, minute, second) for the VCR.  
After this command (8FH) is sent, input 1-byte numerical data (30H — 39H).  
(Example) 15 hours, 29 minutes, 59 seconds  
TXD  
39H  
8FH  
31H  
35H  
32H  
39H  
35H  
Time  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
RXD  
Hour  
Minute  
Second  
5 Timer programming commands  
(1) PRG/CLK (62H)  
(2) SHIFT – (64H)  
SHIFT + (63H)  
: Engages timer programming mode.  
: Selects setting items. (–)  
: Selects setting items. (+)  
(3) SET – (66H)  
SET + (65H)  
: Sets data selected with SHIFT.  
: Sets data selected with SHIFT.  
(4) CANCEL (67H)  
: Cancels program data in timer programming or engages the Cancel Program mode.  
Setting procedure is the same as when using the VCR controls. Be sure to transmit commands 1 byte at a time with “ACK” (0AH)  
confirmation from the VCR after each transmission.  
5 On-screen setting command  
(1) ON SCREEN ON (70H)  
ON SCREEN OFF (71H)  
: Activates on-screen indication.  
: Deactivates on-screen indication.  
Setting procedure for the following command (2) is the same as when using the VCR controls. Be sure to transmit commands 1 byte at a  
time with “ACK” (0AH) confirmation from the VCR after each transmission.  
(2) ON SCREEN SELECT (74H): Switches the on-screen display items.  
POS V+ (73H): Moves the on-screen indication in the vertical direction.  
POS H+ (75H): Moves the on-screen indication in the horizontal direction.  
5 Other commands  
(1) AL/PL RESET (E1H)  
(2) COUNT RESET (E2H)  
: When transmitted during alarm recording, the recording mode switches back to the previous mode.  
The VCR’s “AL” indication goes off. Transmit again after “AL” indicator goes off to reset the alarm/  
power loss memory.  
: Resets the tape counter to “0000”.  
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3 Commands for VCR status verification  
When the command is sent, the VCR returns the corresponding information.  
(1) DATE SENSE (BEH)  
(2) TIME SENSE (BFH)  
: The VCR returns the currently set month, day and year as 6 bytes. Each byte has a value of 30H to  
39H. 30H corresponds to 0 and 39H to 9.  
(Example: For Oct., 14, 1998, the VCR returns 31H, 30H, 31H, 34H, 39H and 38H.)  
: The VCR returns the currently set hour, minute and second as 6 bytes. Each byte has a value of  
30H to 39H. 30H corresponds to 0 and 39H to 9.  
(Example: For 15:30:45, the VCR returns 31H, 35H, 33H, 30H, 34H and 35H.)  
: VCR returns the counter data beginning with the 4th digit from the right in 4 bytes. ASCII codes  
“30H – 39H” correspond with the numbers “0 – 9” (eg: 1234: 31H, 32H, 33H, 34H).  
: VCR returns the last 4 characters of the SR-9090 model name in ASCII code.  
39H, 30H, 39H, 30H  
(3) COUNT CODE (D0H)  
(4) DEVICE TYPE (D1H)  
(5) VTR INQ (FBH)  
: Used to make sure that the connected unit is the VCR. The VCR will return “ACK” (0AH).  
(6) PL/AL COUNT SENSE (D5H) : VCR will return a total of 6 bytes. The first 3 bytes show the number of alarm inputs in 3 digits and  
the last 3 bytes show the number of power losses in 3 digits. ASCII codes “30H – 39H” correspond  
with the numbers “0 – 9” (eg: 123 alarm inputs and 45 power losses: 31H, 32H, 33H, 30H 34H,  
35H).  
(7) HOUR METER SENSE (D2H) : VCR returns the hour meter data in 5 bytes. (eg: 1234 hours: 31H, 32H, 33H, 34H).  
(8) TL STATUS SENSE (D6H)  
: VCR returns Timelapse mode data in 6 bytes. The contents of each byte are as follows:  
1st/2nd byte  
Recording/playback mode  
Correspondence of the code and the mode is the same as MODE (7EH) (see page 59).  
3rd byte  
5th byte  
Conditions of each setting  
Settings status  
BIT  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Status when BIT is “1”.  
Repeat Record mode ON.  
Power is ON.  
POWER ON REC mode is ON.  
Auto rewind mode is ON.  
Operation lock is ON.*  
Series recording is ON.  
Tape end buzzer is ON.  
Alarm buzzer is ON.  
BIT  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Status when BIT is “1”.  
Always 1.  
SUMMER TIME is ON.  
Always 0.  
Always 0.  
HDR mode is ON.  
Auto record check function ON.  
Always 0.  
Always 0.  
4th byte  
Conditions of each setting  
6th byte  
Types of warnings  
BIT  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Status when BIT is “1”.  
HEX.Data Types of warnings  
Alarm recording is in progress.  
ALARM REC function is ON.  
Not defined. Always 0.  
Sensor recording is ON.  
External recording function is ON.  
V.pulse is ON.  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
No abnormality  
Loading error  
Unloading error  
Supply reel error  
Drum error  
Take-up reel error  
Capstan error  
Cassette eject error  
DEW sensor error.  
Recording check error  
Battery backup error  
Input signal error  
Always 0.  
Warning buzzer is ON.  
* Operation with commands from the RS-232C is accepted  
even in the Operation Lock mode.  
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(9) STATUS SENSE (D7H)  
: The VCR will return current status information in 5 bytes.  
1st byte  
BIT  
Status when BIT is “1”.  
0
Error  
Indicates that an illegal command has been received. No further commands will be accepted.  
To restore to normal operation, transmit CLEAR ERROR (41H) to the VCR.  
1
2
3
4
Not defined  
Not defined  
Cassette out  
REC inhibit  
Always 0.  
Always 0.  
The tape has not been loaded.  
A tape with no safety tab has been loaded. In this case, no recording commands  
will be accepted.  
5
6
7
Not defined  
Not defined  
Not defined  
Always 0.  
Always 0.  
Always 1.  
2nd byte  
BIT  
Status when BIT is “1”.  
Tape end sensor is detected.  
Tape begin sensor is detected.  
Always 0.  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Tape End  
Tape Begin  
Not defined  
Warning  
Not defined  
Not defined  
A EE Mode  
V EE Mode  
VCR malfunction.*  
Always 0.  
Always 0.  
An externally-input audio signal is being output.  
An externally-input video signal is being output.  
3rd byte  
BIT  
Status when BIT is “1”.  
Always 0.  
Search is in progress. (VISS)  
Repeat recording is in progress.  
Always 0.  
VCR’s REPEAT REC menu switch is set to ON.  
Counter memory is set to ON.  
VCR’s TIMER button is set to ON.  
Always 0.  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Not defined  
Search Mode  
Repeat Mode  
Not defined  
Repeat  
Counter  
Timer REC ON  
Not defined  
4th byte  
BIT  
Status when BIT is “1”.  
Always 0.  
VCR is in the Record mode.  
A cassette is being ejected.  
Always 1.  
VCR is in the Stop mode.  
VCR is in the Rewind mode.  
VCR is in the Fast-Forward mode.  
VCR is in the Play mode.  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Not defined  
REC Mode  
Eject  
Not defined  
Stop Mode  
REW Mode  
FF Mode  
PB Mode  
5th byte  
BIT  
Status when BIT is “1”.  
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Speed Code 0  
VCR’s current tape running mode. See below.  
VCR’s current tape running mode. See below.  
VCR’s current tape running mode. See below.  
VCR’s current tape running mode. See below.  
Reverse search is in progress.  
Forward search is in progress.  
Always 0.  
VCR is in the Pause mode.  
Speed Code 1  
Speed Code 2  
Speed Code 3  
Shuttle REV  
Shuttle FWD  
Not defined  
Rec-Pause Mode  
Contents of 5th byte BIT 0/1/2/3 “Speed Code”  
Speed Code  
BIT  
3
2
1
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
1
0
1
Still  
Timelapse playback  
Timelapse recording/2H (SP)/6H (EP) playback  
Search (X7 or X13)  
Search (X21)  
* When an error occurs in the VCR and the Warning mode is engaged, the third bit of the second byte sent back with the STATUS  
SENSE (D7H) is set to “1”, showing the warning status.  
In this case, release the warning via the RS-232C with the CLEAR (56H). To release it on the VCR, turn the [OPERATE] button  
off and on again.  
(10) ALARM INPUT (06H)  
: SR-9090U return code  
This is returned when an alarm signal is input during recording.  
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4 Others (Input data correction/Error cancellation)  
These are return codes from the SR-9090U. (Error-related codes only)  
(1) ERROR (02H)  
: This is returned when commands of more than 1 byte are transmitted to the VCR and an illegal command is  
received in the 2nd byte (or later) of the transmitted command.  
In this status, no command can be accepted and only STATUS SENSE will be returned.  
To restore normal operation, transmit CLEAR ERROR (41H) or CLEAR (56H) to the VCR.  
CLEAR ERROR (41H) : Used to cancel previously-transmitted 1-byte numeric data when inputting  
numeric data such as search point. Also used to cancel error status.  
CLEAR (56H)  
: Clears the whole command. Cancels the current status and stops the VCR. Also  
cancels the error status.  
Eg : After setting the recording/playback mode to “L24H”, 32H is mistakenly transmitted . Cancel 32H with  
“41H” and input “33H” instead.  
TXD  
RXD  
7EH  
30H  
32H  
41H  
33H  
40H  
Time  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
0AH  
(2) NAK (0BH)  
: VCR will return this code when non-defined or non-functional command is received in the 1st byte of the  
transmitted command. In this case, it is not necessary to input CLEAR. Check whether the transmitted command  
is acceptable to the VCR or not.  
3 Commands reference chart  
VCR setting commands  
VCR control commands  
Page  
Page  
5 Recording/playback mode  
MODE SHIFT  
MODE  
59  
59  
59  
OPERATE ON/OFF  
PLAY/REV PLAY  
STOP  
58  
58  
58  
58  
58  
58  
58  
58  
58  
58  
FF/REW  
5 Timelapse VCR operation mode  
TL STATUS SET  
5 Date and time setting  
DATE SET  
59  
59  
60  
60  
60  
TIMER ON/OFF  
OPE ON/OFF  
EJECT  
F-FIELD STEP  
R-FIELD STEP  
REC CHECK  
TIME SET  
5 Timer programming  
PRG/CLK  
SHIFT –/+  
SET –/+  
CANCEL  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
REC/REC PAUSE  
58  
VISS FWD/REV  
VISS SEARCH  
58  
59  
5 On-screen setting  
ON SCREEN ON/OFF  
ON SCREEN SELECT  
POS V+  
POS H+  
5 Others  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
AL/PL RESET  
COUNT RESET  
Commands for VCR status verification  
Page  
Byte returned  
from VCR  
Return codes from VCR  
Page  
58  
COUNT CODE  
DEVICE TYPE  
VTR INQ  
PL/AL COUNT SENSE  
HOUR METER SENSE  
61  
61  
61  
61  
61  
4 bytes  
4 bytes  
1 byte  
6 bytes  
4 bytes  
ACK  
NAK  
63  
ERROR  
CASSETTE OUT  
63  
58  
TL STATUS SENSE  
STATUS SENSE  
DATE SENSE  
61  
62  
61  
61  
6 bytes  
5 bytes  
6 bytes  
6 bytes  
COMPLETION  
NOT TARGET  
58  
58  
ALARM INPUT  
62  
TIME SENSE  
Others  
Page  
58  
JVC TABLE 1 ON/OFF  
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10 APPENDIXES  
10-1 Tape Reel Counter/Tape Remaining Time Table  
The table below shows the tape remaining time with the tape reel counter value in each record/playback speed mode  
(when a T-120 tape is used).  
Since actual tape remaining time may differ from the values in the table below, use these values for reference only.  
When a T-120 tape is used: Tape remaining time when the tape reel counter is “0000” at the beginning of the tape.  
Record/playback speed modes  
72H  
120H  
HDR OFF  
HDR ON  
0
2H  
6H  
24H  
48H  
72H  
120H  
2H  
6H  
24H  
48H  
73 h 45 m  
64 h 27 m  
55 h 42 m  
47 h 31 m  
39 h 53 m  
32 h 49 m  
26 h 18 m  
20 h 21 m  
14 h 58 m  
10 h 8 m  
5 h 52 m  
2 h 9 m  
122 h 56 m  
107 h 25 m  
92 h 51 m  
79 h 12 m  
66 h 29 m  
54 h 42 m  
43 h 51 m  
33 h 56 m  
24 h 57 m  
16 h 54 m  
9 h 47 m  
3 h 35 m  
0 m  
2 h 2 m  
1 h 47 m  
1 h 32 m  
1 h 19 m  
1 h 6 m  
54 m  
6 h 8 m  
5 h 22 m  
4 h 38 m  
3 h 57 m  
3 h 19 m  
2 h 44 m  
2 h 11 m  
1 h 41 m  
1 h 14 m  
50 m  
24 h 35 m  
21 h 29 m  
18 h 34 m  
15 h 50 m  
13 h 17 m  
10 h 56 m  
8 h 46 m  
6 h 47 m  
4 h 59 m  
3 h 22 m  
1 h 57 m  
43 m  
49 h 10 m  
42 h 58 m  
37 h 8 m  
31 h 40 m  
26 h 35 m  
21 h 53 m  
17 h 32 m  
13 h 34 m  
9 h 59 m  
6 h 45 m  
3 h 54 m  
1 h 26 m  
0 m  
500  
1,000  
1,500  
2.000  
2,500  
3,000  
3,500  
4,000  
4,500  
5,000  
5,500  
5,832  
43 m  
33 m  
24 m  
16 m  
9 m  
29 m  
3 m  
10 m  
0 m  
0 m  
0 m  
0 m  
Record/playback speed modes  
168H  
HDR OFF  
HDR ON  
0
240H  
480H  
960H  
168H  
240H  
480H  
960H  
172 h 6 m  
150 h 23 m  
129 h 59 m  
110 h 53 m  
93 h 5 m  
76 h 35 m  
61 h 24 m  
47 h 31 m  
34 h 56 m  
23 h 40 m  
13 h 41 m  
5 h 2 m  
245 h 52 m  
214 h 51 m  
185 h 42 m  
158 h 24 m  
132 h 58 m  
109 h 25 m  
87 h 43 m  
67 h 53 m  
49 h 55 m  
33 h 48 m  
19 h 34 m  
7 h 11 m  
0 m  
491 h 45 m  
429 h 42 m  
371 h 24 m  
316 h 49 m  
265 h 57 m  
218 h 50 m  
175 h 26 m  
135 h 46 m  
99 h 50 m  
67 h 37 m  
39 h 8 m  
14 h 23 m  
0 m  
983 h 30 m  
859 h 25 m  
742 h 48 m  
633 h 38 m  
531 h 55 m  
437 h 40 m  
350 h 53 m  
271 h 32 m  
199 h 40 m  
135 h 14 m  
78 h 17 m  
28 h 46 m  
0 m  
500  
1,000  
1,500  
2.000  
2,500  
3,000  
3,500  
4,000  
4,500  
5,000  
5,500  
5,832  
0 m  
• When the cassette tape is ejected, the tape reel counter is reset to “0000”.  
• When the tape is rewound to the beginning in the Repeat Recording or Auto Rewind mode using the counter end output function,  
the tape reel counter is reset to “0000”.  
Counter end output function: Set the menu switch <CNT TAPE END> to any position except “OFF”.  
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10-2 Rear Panel’s Inputs/Outputs  
Terminals  
Signal levels  
Remarks  
The switching interval  
can be set to “1 field”  
or “1 frame” with the  
<CAMERA SW> in the  
<IN/OUT> setting  
screen.  
During  
recording  
(Timelapse recording)  
CAM SW OUT  
Camera switching  
signal output  
1 field  
During  
standby  
Open-collector  
output  
5m sec  
(With the menu switch  
set to “1 field”)  
GND  
Time  
Camera switching signal output  
HV: 5 V  
ALARM IN  
Input at ground  
level  
Alarm signal input  
LV: 0 V  
Min. 400 msec.  
Min. 400 msec.  
HV: 5 V ~ 12 V  
ALARM RST IN  
Alarm signal reset  
input  
Input at high  
level  
ALARM REC OUT  
Alarm recording  
mode signal output  
HV:12 V  
(output impedance: 4.7 kohms)  
Output at high  
level  
Alarm  
Record mode  
Record mode:  
repeat recording ON/auto rewind ON  
Record mode:  
repeat recording OFF/auto rewind OFF  
TAPE END OUT  
Tape end signal  
output  
Output at ground  
level  
HV: 12 V  
LV: 0 V  
Max. 10 mA  
Manual  
About 2  
seconds  
Tape end  
operation  
WARNING OUT  
Warning signal  
output  
HV: 12 V  
(output impedance: 4.7 kohms)  
Output at high  
level  
Warning  
Warning reset  
HV: 5 V  
CLOCK RESET IN  
Clock reset input  
Input at ground  
level  
LV: 0 V  
About 100 msec.  
CLOCK RESET  
OUT  
Clock reset output  
Output at ground  
level  
LV: 0 V  
HV: 5 V  
About 100 msec.  
2.5 - 3 sec.  
SERIES REC IN  
Series recording  
signal input  
Input at ground  
level  
LV: 0 V  
HV: 5 V  
SERIES REC OUT  
Series recording  
signal output  
Output at ground  
level  
LV: 0 V  
2.5 - 3 sec.  
HV: 5 V  
SERIES REC IN  
External automatic  
recording signal input  
Input at ground  
level  
External recording  
Min. 400 msec.  
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10-3 Specifications  
5 Recording system  
Luminance: FM recording  
Color: down-converted direct  
recording  
[Time/date]  
5 Display  
Month, day, year, hours, minutes,  
seconds, recording mode, alarm  
input data, power loss data  
5 Signal system  
NTSC-type color signal,  
EIA monochrome signal,  
525 lines/60 fields  
5 Display position  
5 Character size  
5 Power backup  
Variable  
16H  
5 Tape speed  
33.35 mm/sec., Standard (2H)  
mode  
Approx. two years (may be less  
depending on the operating  
environment)  
11.12 mm/sec., Extended (6H)  
mode  
2 hours (Standard (2H) mode),  
5 Recording and  
playback time  
[Alarm]  
5 Alarm input  
6 hours (Extended (6H) mode), 24,  
48, 72, 120, 168, 240, 480, 960  
hours (including the HDR recording/  
playback mode)  
Input at ground level  
(with T-120  
cassette)  
Negative pulse output (5 msec.)  
Open-collector output  
5 Camera switching  
output  
Power cord x 1  
5 Accessory  
(Timelapse mode: field recording)  
Within about 4 minutes  
(with T-120 cassette)  
5 Fast-forward/  
rewind time  
5 Power supply  
AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz  
19 watts  
5 Power  
Outer dimensions  
consumption  
5 Dimensions  
360 (W) x 115 (H) x 370 (D) mm  
Approx. 5.5 kg  
5 Weight  
5 Operating  
5°C — 40°C  
temperature  
5 Operating humidity  
30%RH or more, 80%RH or less  
–20°C — 60°C  
5 Storage  
temperature  
[Video System]  
LINE 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced BNC  
5 Signal input  
360  
Y/C Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced  
SR-9090U  
REC  
C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced (burst)  
REC  
STOP  
REC  
EJECT OPERATE  
O
P
E
R
A
T
E
CHECK  
HDR  
R
E
S
E
T
/
C
A
N
C
E
L
ON SCREEN  
REW  
R
E
V
E
R
S
E
PAUSE PLAY  
FF  
S
H
I
F
T
TRACKING  
V. LOCK  
TIMER SEARCH DISPLAY LOCK CNT RESET  
MENU  
TIME MODE  
+
+
+
S
E
T
FIELD REV  
FIELD ADV  
LINE 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced BNC  
5 Signal output  
Unit: mm  
Y/C Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced  
C: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 ohms,  
unbalanced (burst)  
400 lines or more (with an HG tape)  
5 Horizontal  
resolution  
5 Video S/N  
43 dB or more (2H mode) (with an  
HG tape)  
* Design and specifications subject to change without  
notice.  
[Audio system]  
5 Number of tracks  
5 Line input  
1 (normal)  
–8 dBs, 50 kohms, unbalanced RCA  
–67 dBs, 600 ohms, unbalanced  
–8 dBs, 1 kohm, unbalanced RCA  
100 Hz — 10 kHz (2H mode)  
5 Mic input  
5 Line output  
5 Frequency  
response  
5 Audio S/N  
40 dB or more (2H mode at 4%  
distortion level)  
5 Wow and flutter  
0.15% WRMS or less (2H mode)  
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