Recording

Making a One Touch Recording (OTR)

One-Touch Recording (OTR) allows you to add recording time in preset increments up to 4 hours by pressing the REC button repeatedly.

1.If you want to record through a connected external component, press the INPUT SEL. button to select an appropriate external input (AV1, AV2 or DV).

2.Press the DVD or VCR button on the remote, or DVD/VCR on the front panel to select the DVD or VCR mode.

3.Press the REC button to start recording.

4.While in Record mode, press the REC button again to activate the One-Touch Recording (OTR).

Record length 0:30 appears on the On-Screen Display and the DVD Recorder & VCR will record for exactly 30 minutes.

5.Continue pressing REC button to add recording time in preset increments up to 4hours.

0:30 → 1:00 → 1:30 → 2:00 → 3:00 → 4:00 → Off

The DVD Recorder & VCR stops recording automatically when the time has elapsed.

To stop recording

1. Press the STOP ( ) button.

The message “Press STOP button once more to cancel Timer Record.” is displayed.

2. Press the STOP ( ) button again.

The message “Updating the Information of disc. Please wait for a moment.” is displayed.

■ The timer counter decreases by the minute from 4:00 to 0:00, then the DVD Recorder & VCR stops recording.

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Samsung DVD-VR357 instruction manual Making a One Touch Recording OTR

DVD-VR357 specifications

The Samsung DVD-VR357 is a versatile and modern combination DVD recorder and VCR that integrates the best of both worlds for consumers who still value VHS tapes while transitioning to DVD technology. This device reflects Samsung's commitment to innovation, offering a user-friendly platform with a host of features that appeal to home entertainment enthusiasts.

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