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Basic Operations (Recording)
Recording a Program
Before You Record
The VCR must be hooked up properly for recording. See the Simple Hookups at the
beginning of this manual.
Copyright Infringement Warning
Most television programs and films are copyrighted. This means that someone has legal rights
governing the reproduction and distribution of this material. In certain circumstances, copyright
law may apply to private in-home taping of copyrighted materials. In most cases, it is okay to
record for personal use, as long as you do not sell the material. You must act responsibly in
this area - check into the matter if you are unsure.
Basic Recording Steps
1. Load the videocassette into the VCR. The power comes on automatically when the tape is
fully inserted.
When the tape is inserted, the MENU button indicator flashes. When MENU is flashing,
recording cannot be started even if REC is pressed.
2. Turn on the TV and select the video channel (3 or 4). Or, if you are hooked up with a direct
audio/video cable, set the TV to AUX or VIDEO.
3. Press DISPLAY, then press 5 when the SP/EP message appears on the TV screen, to
select SP (standard play, for the best picture quality) or EP (extended play, for longest
recording time on a single tape). An indicator on the VCR's display shows which speed is
active.
4. Set the VCR to the channel you want to record from. Use the up and down CHANNEL
buttons to flip through the channels, or use the number buttons to go directly to the channel
you want.
5. To begin recording, press REC on the remote control or REC/IRT on the VCR.
Recording will start unless the cassette is protected with the safety tab. If this tab has been
removed, the VCR will eject the tape to prevent recording over what is there.
Recording Tips
To Watch the Same Program While Recording
To view what you are recording, press VCR/TV so that the VCR is selected - the VCR indicator
will light up on the VCR's display. You'll want to do this the first few times anyway to be sure
you're recording what you think you are.
To Watch One Program While Recording Another
Once you have set the VCR for recording, press VCR/TV. Now, you will be viewing through
your TV only. Switch channels using your TV controls or the VCR remote, if it's programmed to
control your television (see Advanced Operations).
The recording will continue as set on the VCR. If a preset timed recording starts up while you