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To use the Auto Tape Speed function

When you are recording a program in the Auto mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to EP mode. Note that some noise will appear on the picture when the tape speed is changed. If you want to keep the tape speed, select “SP.” To operate this function, set “VCR Function” – “Tape Length” of “Features” in the “Setup” display correctly (page 104).

zHints

•When the start time and the channel or input source to be recorded are the same but the “RecTo” setting differs, the program is recorded to both the DVD disc and the VHS tape.

•You can also display the Timer programming menu as follows:

1Press SYSTEM MENU. The System Menu appears.

2Select “Timer,” and press ENTER.

3Select “Timer – Standard,” and press ENTER.

Notes

•To record a cable or satellite program, turn on the cable box or satellite receiver and select the program you want to record. Leave the cable box or satellite receiver turned on until the recorder finishes recording.

•Even if the timer is set, timer recordings cannot be made while recording a program that has priority.

•You cannot record on a tape with its safety tab removed.

•Before the timer recording starts, “TIMER REC” flashes in the front panel display.

•Even if a timer recording is started in the condition with the recorder power on, the recorder power is automatically turned off when the timer recording finishes.

Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ system

The VCR Plus+ system is a feature that simplifies setting the timer. Just enter the PlusCode number listed in the TV program guide. The date, time, and channel of that program are set automatically. Before you start, check that the TV and guide channels are correctly set in “Guide Channel Setup” of “Tuner Preset” in the “Setup” display (page 98).