To use the VCR after setting the timer
To use the VCR before timer recording begins, just press ?/1. The 
indicator disappears from the display window and the VCR switches on. Remember to press ?/1to reset the VCR to the timer recording standby mode after using the VCR.
You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:
•Reset the counter (page 60).
•Display tape information on the TV screen (page 63).
•Check the timer settings (page 80).
•Watch another TV program (page 64).
Tips
•To check, change or cancel the program setting, see “Checking/changing/canceling timer settings” (page 80).
•When you are recording a program in the SP mode and the remaining tape becomes shorter than the recording time, the tape speed is automatically changed to the 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, set AUTO TAPE SPEED to OFF in the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu (page 92).
Notes
•If the VCR does not accept the PlusCode number, this means that:
–The PlusCode number is incorrect.
–ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY was selected incorrectly. You cannot select DAILY or WEEKLY for a program that airs more than seven days ahead.
•The station ID appears on the TV screen only when you complete Smart Channel Mapping and the VCR receives the program information signal
72Recording TV programs using the VCR Plus+ or VCR Plus+ GOLD system