Indiana University Equipment Specifications

16.1.1  Video Cassette Recorder (VCR)

Description

VCRs (Video Cassette Recorders) are installed in majority of technology classrooms to enable the users to playback pre recorded events.  The standard VCR format is VHS.

Features:

  • Manual control for playback speed
  • Double speed playback with sound
  • Automatic and manual track control
  • Time counter
  • Search techniques for 30 second interval, start of recording, and specific index points
  • Auto power off if the unit is not in use
  • Remote control via RS232 or IR (infra-red)
  • Front panel inputs for external audio and video
  • Large tape transport buttons with legible labels
  • Low power consumption at playback and standby

Specifications:

  • VHS NTSC format with Hi-Fi audio
  • Record/playback system with 4 heads and 2 Hi-Fi Audio channels and one monaural audio control
  • Horizontal resolution of 210 lines for SP (Standard Speed) minimum
  • Horizontal resolution of 120 lines for EP (Extended Speed) minimum
  • Signal to Noise Ratio more than 45 db @ SP & EP
  • Rewind time less than one minute for T-120 tape
  • Power input 120 V @ 60 Hz
  • Less than 25 watts power consumption @ full operation

09/25/00


Last Updated: 26 September 2000
URL:  http://www.indiana.edu/~classrms/vcr.html
Comments to: teach@indiana.edu
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