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Maintenance Tips |
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Tape Usage For Time-lapse Applications |
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Head Cleaning Tapes Use of head cleaning tapes should be limited to a "only as needed basis", when playback picture becomes snowy. The Blackwatch head cleaning system by 3M is recommended, because it utilizes a dry technique and provides visual confirmation of improvement. Using a head cleaning tape as a preventive maintenance tool will lead to accelerated video head wear, so use only if picture becomes degraded. |
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Video Heads Video heads should last at least 8,000 hours, however actual head life is determined by: 1. Brand and grade of tape 2. Number of passes on each tape 3. Environment and amount of airborne contaminants in VCR operating area 4. Mechanical integrity of transport (inspect & service your VCR yearly) A PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PROGRAM is necessary to keep the recorder in optimum operating condition. Most applications involve using the recorder 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With constant use, your choice of video tape and length of use becomes very important. We suggest inspection every 4,000 hours and a complete overhaul every 8,000 - 13,000 hours to ensure your security system's integrity. |
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We Sell Award Winning BLACKWATCH Head Cleaner Tapes Also available in 8mm |
