28 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE

Tape Length

Set the Tape Length to ensure accurate tape counter readings
and Timer Recordings:
1Press
MENU
until the DECK ONE SETTINGS or DECK
TWO SETTINGS menu appears.
2Press “1” repeatedly to set TAPE LENGTH to:
T-120 - 2 hours (SP); 6 hours (SLP)
T-160 - 2 hours 40 minutes (SP); 8 hours (SLP)
T-180 - 3 hours (SP); 9 hours (SLP)
T-200 - 3 hours 20 minutes (SP); 10 hours (SLP)
Select from among four
standard Tape Lengths.
Set the Record Speed to
SP or SLP.
For best results and
maximum editing features,
the Deck 2 Record Source
should be set to “Deck 1”.

Record Source

You can use your Dual-Deck VCR to record from a variety of
sources, including the Tuner, Decks and Line inputs (see
page 44 for tips on connecting additional video equipment).
1Press
MENU
until the DECK ONE SETTINGS or DECK
TWO SETTINGS menu appears.
2Press “4” repeatedly to set RECORD SOURCE to:
Auto - Records whatever is currently visible on-screen (as
selected using the TV VIEW button).
Deck 1 or 2- Records from the tape in the designated deck.
Tuner - Records the tuner channel selected on your VCR.
Line 1- Records from source connected to Front A/V Inputs.
Line 2 - Records from source connected to Rear A/V Inputs.

Maximum Record/Playback Time

VHS SP SLP (EP)

T-120 2 hrs 6 hrs
T-160 2 hrs 40 min 8 hrs
T-180 3 hrs 9 hrs
T-200 3 hrs 20 min 10 hrs

Record Speed

You can record tapes at two speeds: SP (Standard Play) or
SLP (Super Long Play). SLP is three times longer than SP.
1Press
MENU
until the DECK ONE SETTINGS or DECK
TWO SETTINGS menu appears.
2Press “3” repeatedly to set RECORD SPEED to:
SP (Standard Play) - Use for best recording quality.
SLP (Super Long Play) - Use for maximum recording time.