JCY-1800

VOYAGE DATA RECORDER

Conforms to IMO MSC.214(81)

INSTRUCTION
MANUAL

For further information,contact:

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Marine Service Department
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AMSTERDAM Branch
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CODE No.7ZPJD0385
No.7ZPJD0385Ｂ 01ETM ISO 9001, ISO 14001 Certified
MAY.. 2008 Edition 1
MAY JRC Printed in Japan
 Preface

Thank you for buying JRC JCY-1800 Voyage Data Recorder (VDR).

This equipment helps the investigators to detect the cause of marine accident to prevent the
recurrence in the future. The equipment records voyage data, as required by the International
Standard, during the navigation and the hull data of the vessel.

• To ensure your VDR provide optimum satisfaction and service, read this manual carefully
before attempting to operate the JCY-1800.

• We recommend you to carefully store the manual for future reference.

• If you have any problems using this product, this manual will surely help you.

In order to detect the cause of marine accident, the VDR records hull data and navigation data.
If an accident has occurred, it is mandatory to preserve the record data immediately.

In case an accident has occurred, please preserve the record data according to the procedure
described in 1.4.4: “Actions to be taken at the time of an accident”
To ensure the proper operation, we recommend you to read the procedure carefully.

VDR erases older data that has passed for more than 12 hours and
ATTENTION
overwrites the new.
Therefore if you do not operate properly, the recorded data at the time of
accident will be erased automatically after 12 hours.

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Preface

JCY-1800 conforms to the standard revision that is resolution MSC.214(81)

of the IMO (International Maritime Organization).

* MSC.214(81): It demands the addition of the following functions which help

investigation authorities to download and analyze the recorded
data after an accident.

• Downloading software and Converting software should be equipped in standard

components.

• The time period for downloading the recorded data on board shall not exceed 2.5
hours.

• The recorded data at an accident shall be protected against unauthorized or

inadvertent overwriting.

The following label under the nameplate shows that the JCY-1800 conforms
to resolution MSC.214(81) .

Conforms to IMO MSC. 214(81).

Please preserve the recording data of the VOYAGE DATA RECORDER ( VDR / S-VDR )

Press the CARD STOP SWITCH on the internal Main Control Board for about 10
seconds to preserve the recorded data in the CF CARD after an incident.
The CARD LED ○ and the MEDIA LED ○ will blink for preserving the recorded
data.

Please contact and follow your ships Authorities instructions.

CAUTION If the Authority instructs you to stop recording further data and proceed to the
next port for later downloading of data by an Authority Inspector, please turn off
the power to the VDR/S-VDR at the power switchboard to preserve the recording.

Note: If the unit is not switched off, the recorded data of the incident will be
automatically overwritten after 12 hours further recording and it is required that
ships preserve the recorded data of the incident by International rules and regulations.

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 Before Operation

SYMBOL MARKS
In this manual, and on the product, we use international warning signs
to call your attention to important items that, if not handled correctly,
can present danger to yourself or property.
These warning note classifications are shown below. Understand the
meanings of the signs before proceeding to read the manual.

DANGER Indicates danger items that, if ignored, may result in

serious personal injury or even death.

WARNING Indicates warning items that, if ignored, may result in

serious personal injury or even death.

CAUTION Indicates cautionary items that, if ignored, may result in

personal injury or physical damage.

Examples of Symbol Marks

The symbol indicates that it calls for a caution or even a
warning.

Electric The illustration in the symbol indicates what should be watched out
shock for. In this case, you have to pay attention to electric shock.

The symbol indicates prohibition.

What is prohibited is depicted in or around the symbol. The sign in

Disassembly the left indicates that disassembly is prohibited.
prohibited

The symbol z indicates a specific action to be taken or an

instruction to be followed, which is depicted in the symbol.

The sign in the left requests you to disconnect the electrical plug
Remove
Plug from the outlet.

Warning Labels
Do not remove, damage, or alter the labels attached to the equipment.

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Precautions

Never short-circuit the + and – pins. Never disassemble, modify, destroy, throw
into fire, heat, use with non-specified applications and use after the expiry date.
Above acts may cause leakage of fluid, generation of heat, fire, explosion,
destruction, or injury by heat.

The Power Supply Unit (NBL-327) of this equipment incorporates a battery.

The battery contains dilute sulfuric acid. When the leaked liquid of the battery
had a direct contact with your clothes or skin, wash off with clean water. When
the liquid infringes into your eye, wash with clean water immediately then go to a
doctor.

Do not disassemble or remodel this equipment.

Such an action may result in a fire, an electric shock, or fault of the equipment.

Do not use any power supply voltage other than the specified one.
Such an action may result in a fire, an electric shock, or an equipment fault.

Turn off the power supply switch before connecting or disconnecting the cable to
any external equipment.
Ignoring the caution may result in a fire or an electric shock.

If the power supply cable is damaged, please ask for the replacement to the Sales
Department, the nearest branch company, branch office, sales office, or any agent
of Japan Radio Co., Ltd.
The use of damaged cable may result in a fire or an electric shock.

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 Precautions

If water enters into the equipment, turn off the power supply switch, pull out the
plug from the outlet, and contact the Sales Department, the nearest branch
company, branch office, sales office, or any agent of Japan Radio Co., Ltd.
The water inside the equipment may result in a fire, an electric shock, or a fault.
Do not attempt checking or repairs on the internal part of the equipment by
yourself.
Checking or repairs by anyone other than qualified maintainer may result in a fire
or an electric shock.
Ask for internal check or repairs of the equipment to the Sales Department, the
nearest branch company, branch office, sales office, or any agent of Japan Radio
Co., Ltd.
If a fault has occurred, turn off the power supply of the equipment, pull out the
plug, and contact the Sales Department, the nearest branch company, branch
office, sales office, or any agent of Japan Radio Co., Ltd.
The continuous use of the equipment may result in a fire or an electric shock.

The Recording Control Unit (NDV-1800) of this equipment incorporates a battery.

The battery needs to be replaced periodically. Continuous use of a life-expired
battery may result in a fire.

Never replace the battery by yourself.

Replacement by anyone other than qualified maintainer may result in a fire, an
electric shock, or a fault.
For battery replacement, contact the Sales Department, the nearest branch
company, branch office, sales office, or any agent of Japan Radio Co., Ltd.

The Recording Control Unit (NDV-1800) of this equipment incorporates a battery.

Used batteries are to be recycled. Regarding the replacement and recycle, contact
the Sales Department, the nearest branch company, branch office, sales office, or
any agent of Japan Radio Co., Ltd. and ask them the replacement and recycle.

The Main Control Board (CDJ-2304), the Remote Maintenance Board (CDK-287) and
the Underwater Acoustic Beacon on the PCU of this equipment incorporate a
lithium battery.
Used batteries are to be recycled. Regarding the replacement and recycle, contact
the Sales Department, the nearest branch company, branch office, sales office, or
any agent of Japan Radio Co., Ltd. and ask them the replacement and recycle.
When disposing of this unit, abide by the local laws and regulations. Contact the
Sales Department, the nearest branch company, branch office, sales office, or any
agent of Japan Radio Co., Ltd. and ask them to replace it without discarding the
battery.

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Precautions

Do not remove, damage, or alter the labels attached to the equipment.

Do not install the equipment, if the location is infringed by water, humid, dusty, or
with soot.
Ignoring the caution may result in a fire, an electric shock, or a malfunction.

Hands off the equipment if your hand or glove is wet either with freshwater or
seawater.
Ignoring the caution may result in a fire, an electric shock, or a fault.

Be sure to hold the power supply plug when pulling it out from the outlet.
Pulling the electric cable without holding the plug can damage the cable, resulting
in a fire or an electric shock.

Do not remove or insert the power supply plug with wet hand.
Ignoring the caution may result in an electric shock.

Although the UTILITY OUTLET looks like the one of AC100V, the input voltage of
the Recording Control Unit directly comes out from it.
i.e; In case the 220VAC is supplied, the same voltage comes out from UTILITY
OUTLET. Ignoring the caution may result in failures.

If the FAN ABNORMAL LED lights up, either of the two fans of the Power Supply
Unit is out of order and needs to be replaced. Ignoring the caution may result in
failures. Contact the Sales Department, the nearest branch company, branch
office, sales office, or any agent of Japan Radio Co., Ltd. and ask them to replace it.

If the equipment is splashed either with seawater or fresh water, wipe it dry
immediately. Ignoring the caution may result in failures or operational
malfunctions.

Do not use organic solvent such as thinner or benzine to clean the surface. These
agents damage the surface coating.
Be sure to remove dirt and dust, if any, from the surface and wipe it with a clean
dry cloth.

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 Exterior of System Components

Recording Control Unit Protective capsule Unit Operation Panel Unit

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Contents

Contents

Preface ............................................................................................................................................. i
Before Operation ...........................................................................................................................iii
Precautions.................................................................................................................................... iv
Exterior of System Components ..................................................................................................vii
Abbreviations ................................................................................................................................ xi
Glossary ........................................................................................................................................ xii

1． Operation.................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Outline of the Equipment ................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Configuration....................................................................................................................... 1
1.2.1 System diagram............................................................................................................ 3
1.3 Starting and Stopping the System ..................................................................................... 4
1.3.1 Starting the system ...................................................................................................... 4
1.3.2 Stopping the system ..................................................................................................... 6
1.4 Detailed Operation Instructions......................................................................................... 7
1.4.1 To stop recording data onto the protective capsule unit............................................. 7
1.4.2 To restart recording data onto the protective capsule unit ........................................ 7
1.4.3 Backing up the data of CF CARD................................................................................ 7
1.4.4 Protecting against overwriting data in CF CARD ...................................................... 8
1.4.5 Actions to be taken at the time of an accident (Guidelines)....................................... 9
1.4.6 Silencing the audible alarm on the Operation Panel Unit ....................................... 10
1.5 Recording Control Unit (NDV-1800)................................................................................. 11
1.5.1 Parts name on Recording Control Unit (NDV-1800)................................................. 11
1.5.2 Power Supply Unit ..................................................................................................... 13
1.5.3 Data Processor Unit ................................................................................................... 16
1.6 Operation Panel Unit (NCG-169) ..................................................................................... 20
1.6.1 Names of parts on the External Operation Board .................................................... 20
1.6.2 How to operate Operation Panel Unit (Normal mode) ............................................. 22
1.6.3 How to operate Operation Panel Unit (on NSK mode)............................................. 28

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2． Specification ........................................................................................................................... 29
2.1 Protective Capsule Unit: PCU (NDH-316A/316)................................................................ 29
2.2 Recording Control Unit: RCU (NDV-1800)......................................................................... 30
2.2.1 Operation panel (Internal)............................................................................................ 30
2.2.2 Data Processor Unit ...................................................................................................... 30
2.2.3 Power Supply Unit: PSU .............................................................................................. 32
2.2.4 External Interface ......................................................................................................... 32
2.2.5 Environmental condition .............................................................................................. 32
2.2.6 General specification..................................................................................................... 33
2.2.7 NSK Interface (Option) ................................................................................................. 33
2.2.8 Radar switching recording function ............................................................................. 33
2.3 Operation Panel Unit: OPU (NCG-169) ............................................................................. 35
2.4 Microphone Unit (NVT-161)................................................................................................ 35
2.5 Connection Box (NQE-3163) ............................................................................................... 36
2.6 Waterproof Microphone Unit (NVT-162) -Option-.............................................................. 36
2.7 Digital Signal Converter (NCT-72) 64CH -Option- ............................................................ 36
2.8 Digital Signal Converter (NCT-63) 16CH -Option- ............................................................ 37
2.9 Radar Interface Unit (NWP-46) -Option- ........................................................................... 38
2.10 General Environmental Condition of Use ........................................................................ 39
2.10.1 Condition of Use ......................................................................................................... 39
2.10.2 Power Supply Environment Conditions .................................................................... 39
2.10.3 Environmental Condition .......................................................................................... 40

3. Maintenance and Inspection ......................................................................................................... 41

3.1 Daily Maintenance ............................................................................................................ 41
3.1.1 Cleaning...................................................................................................................... 41
3.1.2 Checking the expiry date of battery .......................................................................... 41
3.2 Periodic Inspection ............................................................................................................ 42
3.3 Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 43
3.3.1 Recording Control Unit (NDV-1800).......................................................................... 43
3.3.2 Operation Panel Unit (NCG-169) .............................................................................. 45

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4. After-sales Service ........................................................................................................................ 49

4.1 To request the service ........................................................................................................ 49
4.2 Disposal of unit .................................................................................................................. 51
4.3 Disposal of used battery .................................................................................................... 51

5. Outside Drawings .......................................................................................................................... 53

5.1 Recording Control Unit: NDV-1800 .................................................................................. 53
5.2 Operation Panel Unit: NCG-169....................................................................................... 54
5.3 Protective Capsule Unit: NDH-316A / 316 ....................................................................... 55
5.4 Connection Box: NQE-3163 .............................................................................................. 57
5.5 Microphone Unit: NVT-161 ............................................................................................... 58
5.6 Waterproof Microphone Unit: NVT-162 ............................................................................ 59
5.7 Digital Signal Converter: NCT-72 (64ch) ......................................................................... 60
5.8 Digital Signal Converter: NCT-63 (16ch) ......................................................................... 61
5.9 Radar Interface Unit: NWP-46 ......................................................................................... 62

6. Block Diagrams ............................................................................................................................. 65

6.1 Recording Control Unit NDV-1800 ................................................................................ 65
6.2 Operation Panel Unit NCG-169 ..................................................................................... 66
6.3 Microphone Unit NVT-161 ............................................................................................. 67
6.4 Waterproof Microphone Unit NVT-162 .......................................................................... 68
6.5 Digital Signal Converter (CH64) NCT-72 ...................................................................... 69
6.6 Digital Signal Converter (CH16) NCT-63 ...................................................................... 71
6.7 Radar Interface Unit NWP-46........................................................................................ 73

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 Abbreviations

Abbreviations

VDR: Voyage Data Recorder

IMO: International Maritime Organization
IEC: International Electrotechnical Commission
PCU: Protective Capsule Unit
RCU: Recording Control Unit
CF CARD: Compact Flash Card
FAN ABN. LED: Fan Abnormal LED
FGB: Frame Grabber Board
OPU: Operation Panel Unit
PCMCIA: Personal Computer Memory Card International Association
HDD: Hard Disk Drive
MCB: Main Control Board
PSU: Power Supply Unit
ARB: Audio Recording Board
RMB: Remote Maintenance Board
NMEA: National Marine Electronics Association
NSK: North Stabilized Kit
UPS: Uninterruptible Power Supply
VESA DMTS: Video Electronics Standards Association – Discrete Monitor Timings Standard
rpm: Revolution per minute
BER: Bit Error Rate
RTC: Real Time Clock
MIC: Microphone Unit
DSC: Digital Signal Converter

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Glossary

Glossary

A.861: IMO Performance Standard for VDR

IEC61996: Performance Requirements for VDR
IEC60945: General Requirements
IEC61162: Digital Interfaces Standard
HDT: Heading true sentence header ID of IEC61162-1
VBW: Dual ground/water speed sentence header ID of IEC61162-1
UXGA: Ultra eXtended Graphics Array (1600 x 1200: High resolution pixel)

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 1． Operation

1.1 Outline of the Equipment

This equipment helps to detect the cause of marine accident to prevent the recurrence in the
future. The equipment records voyage data, as required by the International Standard, during
the navigation and the hull data of the vessel.

1.2 Configuration

The standard configuration of the equipment is shown in Table 1.

Table 1: Standard Configuration

No. Name of Component Type Name Qty Function

1 Protective Capsule Unit NDH-316A 1 y Records data on the recording medium in

the recovery Protective Capsule.
(PCU) or y At the time of sinking, the underwater
acoustic beacon helps the searchers to
NDH-316 detect the position of the PCU.
y The performance of NDH-316A and
NDH-316 is equivalent; both models are
capsule for the JCY-1800 and
interchangeable.
Mounting dimensions also are the same.
2 Connection Box NQE-3163 1 y Connects the PCU and the RCU with a
power supply cable and a LAN cable.
3 Recording Control Unit NDV-1800 1 y Outputs the recorded data to the PCU and
CF CARD.
(RCU) y Inputs radar images, audio data and
IEC61162-1/-2 data.
y Monitors and controls the conditions of the
system.
3-1 Data Processor Unit NDL-46 1 y Main control processing part with a built-in
backup CF CARD.
3-2 Audio Junction Board CQD-2041 1 y An I/F of audio input from the Microphone
and VHF transceiver.
3-3 Power Supply Unit (PSU) NBL-327 1 y Power supply equipped with a secondary
battery and a charging circuit.
4 Operation Panel Unit (OPU) NCG-169 1 y Displays the status of VDR.
ALARM BUZZER, an ALARM ACK
switch, and LEDs are equipped.
5 Microphone Unit (MIC) NVT-161 3 y Records the conversation in the bridge and
outputs the audio to the RCU.

Accessories

6 Spare Parts for RCU 7ZXJD0080 1 y Spares for the NDV-1800

y Fans, Fuse
7 CF Card adapter SLCFADU 1 y for record data playback

8 LAN cable KB-10T5-03LBK 1 y 3m

9 Playback software CYC-315A y Only for the use by the Investigation

1 Authorities.
y Attached inside the NDV-1800.
10 Playback Software / CYC-316A y For the User.
1 y Attached inside the NDV-1800.
Real Time Monitor

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1. Operation

The options configuration of the equipment is shown in Table 2.

Table 2: Options Configuration

No. Name of Optional Component Type Name Function

1 Microphone Unit (MIC) NVT-161 y To use as an “Exposed” type, remove the flange of
“Built in the ceiling” type.
y Maximum nine sets of microphones can be
installed, inclusive of standard configuration.
2 Waterproof Microphone Unit NVT-162 y Records the conversation in the wing and outputs
the audio to the RCU.
y Maximum nine sets of microphones can be
installed, inclusive of standard configuration and
NVT-161 type.
3 NSK interface board CHM-378 y Optional interface board for heading in synchro or
step signal and ship’s speed by pulse.
y Installed in the NDV-1800.
4 y Outputs IEC61162-1 data converted from 64 dry
Digital Signal Converter (DSC) contacts.
NCT-72
(64CH) y Outputs IEC61162-1 data converted from 8 analog
signals by adding the optional CEF-60.
5 y Outputs IEC61162-1 data converted from 16 dry
Digital Signal Converter (DSC) contacts.
NCT-63
(16CH) y Outputs IEC61162-1 data converted from 8 analog
signals by adding the optional CEF-60.
6 Analog signal Converting y Converts eight analog signals to IEC61162-1 data.
CEF-60
Board y Installed in the NCT-72/63

7 Radar Interface Unit NWP-46 y Required when connecting a radar of UXGA

display.
Accessories

8 y for the NCT-72/63

Spare Parts for the DSC 7ZXJD0092
y Fuse
9 Spare Parts for the RIF 7ZXJD0093 y Spares for the NWP-46
y Fan, Fuse

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Figure 1: System Diagram
DGPS *
(Yard)
AIS *
(Yard)
Speed Log *
(Yard)
Gyro Compass *
(Yard)
Auto Pilot *
(Yard)
Rudder Angle Indicator *
(Yard)
Echo Sounder *
(Yard)
Anemometer *
(Yard)
Engin Telegraph *
(Yard)
Remote Control System *
(Yard)
Other *
(Yard)
X-Band Radar *
(JRC)
Other *
(Yard)
Other *
(Yard)
*
Dry Contact * *
(Yard)
Analog *
(Yard) * R
* G
* B
* H synch
* V synch
From AC Distributor
Dry Contact *
(Yard)
*
Mic-1 MIC1
Analog * *
(Yard) Mic-2 MIC2
*
Mic-4 MIC4
*
From AC Distributor Mic-5 MIC5
*
Mic-7 MIC7(W.P.)
*
Mic-8 MIC8(W.P.)
Gyro Compass [STEP] *
(Yard)
Gyro Compass [Synchro] *
(Yard) *
VHF Telephone No.1
*
VHF Telephone No.2
Speed Log [Pulse] *
(Yard)
*
*
AC220V 60Hz 1 phase
Figure 1 The system diagram of the equipment.
System Diagram 1.2.1
1. Operation
1. Operation

1.3 Starting and Stopping the System

1.3.1 Starting the System

ATTENTION To operate the RCU, the front door has to be unlocked and opened.

y To turn on the equipment, after all units are connected, follow the procedure described below.

1. Starting the Recording Control Unit

1) Unlock the front door with the key and open it.
2) Turn on the PSU.
3) Then POWER LED on PSU lights up.
4) The CARD LED on Main Control Board (MCB) lights up.
5) The REC LED on MCB lights up.

2. Starting the Operation Panel Unit

The PSU in the RCU supplies power to the OPU.
1) Immediately after the PSU in the RCU is turned on, the POWER LED on the OPU lights
up.
2) The Recording LED on the OPU lights up in a few seconds.

3. Starting the Protective Capsule Unit

The PSU in the RCU supplies power to the PCU. When the PSU in the RCU is turned on,
the PCU is activated simultaneously.

4. Starting the Microphone Unit

The ARB in the RCU supplies power to the MIC. When the PSU in the RCU is turned on, the
MIC is activated simultaneously.

5. Starting the Option Units

The option units mean DSC and Radar Interface Unit. The RCU supplies AC power to the
option units. When the RCU is on, the option units are also turned on. The POWER switch
of option units should always be set to ON.

5.1 Digital Signal Converter

1) Undo the four screws and open the top cover.
2) Set the POWER switch to ON.

5.2 Radar Interface Unit

Set the POWER switch on the front panel to ON.

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6. Checking the System Operation

When the RCU, the OPU, the PCU, the MIC and the option unit are all on, and when they
operate normally, LEDs on the MCB, the PSU in the RCU and the OPU display as follows.

y LEDs on the MCB of the RCU:

1) The REC LED is on.
2) The CARD LED is on.
3) The MEDIA LED is off.

y LEDs on the PSU of the RCU:

1) The POWER LED is on.
2) The BATT. ABN LED is off.
3) The BATT. OP. LED is off.
4) The FAN ABN. LED is off.

y LEDs on the OPU:

1) The POWER LED is on.
2) The RECORDING LED is on.
3) The ALARM LED is off.
4) The ERROR CODE LEDs are all off.

* The two digit LEDs or four digit LEDs that indicates error code (factor)
displays when the equipment detects a fault.

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1. Operation

1.3.2 Stopping the System

y To stop the equipment, follow the procedures described below.

ATTENTION To operate the RCU, the front door has to be unlocked and opened.

ATTENTION Do not turn off the breaker of the power distribution board while the
system is active. Otherwise, the system is battery-operated by PSU.

ATTENTION Before turning off RCU, be sure to stop recording data to CF CARD by
pressing CARD STOP switch on MCB. Otherwise, data may not be able to
be recorded to CF CARD.

1. Stopping the Recording Control Unit

1) Unlock the front door with the key and open it.
2) Be sure to stop recording data to the CF CARD by pressing the CARD STOP switch on
the MCB.
y Make sure that the CARD LED on the MCB is off.
y Be aware that if the Power Supply is turned off while the CARD LED is on, data may
not be recorded to the CF CARD.
3) Turn off the Power switch of the PSU.
4) Then all the LEDs are turned off.

2. Stopping the Operation Panel Unit

If the PSU in the RCU is turned off, the OPU is also turned off.

3. Stopping the Protective Capsule Unit

If the PSU in the RCU is turned off, the PCU is also turned off.

4. Stopping the Microphone Unit

If the PSU in the RCU is turned off, the MIC is also turned off.

5. Stopping the Option Units

If the PSU in the RCU is turned off, the Option Units are also turned off.