BASIC VCR RECORDING
Before starting
Check the remaining time on the tape.
You can record a TV show in progress by inserting a blank tape and pressing the ● (REC) button. You can even add time in preset increments up to 4 hours by pressing the ● (REC) button repeatedly.
M Be sure your videotape has a Record Safety Tab. If the tab is missing, you can cover the opening with a small piece of tape.
J Warning : Do not cover this opening unless you are sure you want to record over the tape.
1.Insert a blank VHS tape into the VCR deck.
•Make sure the tape is long enough to record the entire program.
2.Press CH ( / ) or INPUT SEL. button repeatedly to select the channel or input source you want to record.
•When using the set top/cable box or satellite receiver control, select the channel by pressing
CH ( / ), or number buttons and SET on this recorder's remote control. The recorder's input is switched to the connected input(AV1 or AV2).
•When not using the set top/cable box or satellite receiver control, select the connected input(AV1 or AV2) by pressing INPUT SEL. button, and then select the channel on the Set top/cable box or satellite receiver.
3.Press the REC SPEED button on the remote control to set the Record Speed to one of the following options:
•SP – Standard Play, for best picture quality.
•EP – Extended Play, for maximum recording time (3 times SP).
M The selected Record Speed will appear on the front panel and have
Maximum Recording Time - SP vs. EP
Tape Length | SP (Standard Play) | EP (Extended Play) |
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Approx. 2 hrs | Approx. 6 hrs | |
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Approx. 2hrs 40 mins | Approx. 8 hrs | |
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Approx. 3 hrs | Approx. 9 hrs | |
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M When you watch or record on the VCR during DVD Recording, some function buttons may not operate. The message “This function is not available.” will be displayed.
4.Press the (REC) button on the remote control or front panel.
For options while recording is in progress, see “Special Recording Features”.
5.Press the STOP button to stop or fi nish a recording in progress.
●RECORDING
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