28 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE
Tape Length
Set the Tape Length to ensure accurate tape counter readings
and Timer Recordings:
1 Press
MENU
until the DECK ONE SETTINGS or DECK
TWO SETTINGS menu appears.
2 Press “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 input (see
page 44 for tips on connecting additional video equipment).
1 Press
MENU
until the DECK ONE SETTINGS or DECK
TWO SETTINGS menu appears.
2 Press “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 - Records from source connected to the 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.
1 Press
MENU
until the DECK ONE SETTINGS or DECK
TWO SETTINGS menu appears.
2 Press “3” repeatedly to set RECORD SPEED to:
SP (Standard Play) - Use for best recording quality.
SLP (Super Long Play) - Use for maximum recording time.