Description

 

The 2640 mini DV VCR is the successor to the popular 2604 VCR used by Police and Rescue helicopters, and incorporates many new features.  A new tactile keyboard has legends for day time use and fully backlit for night time operation. An optional NVIS A filter can be installed for NVG compatibility. It fits in a standard Dzus rack (1/2 ARINC). The optional remote controller can be fitted away from the VCR for use by a second observer. A new single button hand controller for RECORD/STOP includes an indicator to show RECORD and the End of Tape.

 

An optional  Multi-Deck Controller organises the control of 2 VCR decks. The 2 VCRs can be operated in together in ‘Cascade’ mode or ‘Instant Replay’ (IR) mode.

In IR mode, one deck will always record the output from the on board camera system. The other deck can be rewound and replayed at any time without affecting the evidential recording on the first deck. Logic lockouts prevent the observer overwriting the evidential recording. The evidential recorder continues to record the output from the on board camera, whilst the observer can rewind and replay the tape showing the evidence being jettisoned.

 

In Cascade mode, the 2 VCRS act sequentially, with the second tape automatically starting 1 minute before the first tape ends. Logic in the Multi Deck controller prevents the operator rewinding the tapes. By changing tapes, this system will record indefinitely.

The VCR uses  mini DV cassettes and has a recording time of up to 11/2 hrs in Standard Play depending on tape length. Twin audio tracks enable stereo recording or radio and intercom commentaries to be recorded. The front panel is hinged to allow access for cassette exchange and ejection. An internal light assists the operator during tape changes at night. The front panel is ‘O’ ring sealed against the VCR body and is dust and water resistant.

 

A back illuminated, tactile front panel enables the button legends to be read at night and is run from the cockpit instrument dimming circuit. 28vdc or 5v ac backlight options are available.

 

The 2640 is operated from the 28v dc aircraft supply.

 

A range of accessories including a time/date generator, and audio record inhibit are available and special to purpose modifications to the standard product can be undertaken.