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| 2. | Timer programming is not possible. | ● Timer recording is in progress. | Timer programming can’t be |
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| 3. | “ä“ and “]“ on the display | ● The timer is engaged but there’s no | Load a cassette with the Record |
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| 7. | The VIDEO Plus+ system does not | ● The recorder’s preset positions have | Refer to "Guide Program Number Set" |
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