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Checking the tape for slack
Notes on Recording / Playing
Copyright precautions
Limitations caused by the difference in format
No compensation for contents of the recording
Using a paper clip or a similar object, turn the reel gently in the direction
shown by the arrow. If the reel does not move, there is no slack. Insert the
cassette into the cassette compartment, and after about 10 seconds take it
out.
Paper clip, etc.
On recording
You cannot record any software having copyright protection signals on
this VCR. If you start recording protected video and audio signals, a
warning message appears on the monitor screen and the VCR stops
recording.
On playback
When you play back software having copyright protection signals on this
VCR, you may not be able to copy it onto other equipment.
This VCR can record, play back and edit the tapes recorded in DVCAM
format. It can also play back the tapes recorded in DV format (SP mode).
However, due to the difference in format, you may not be able to record or
edit some tapes affected by recording conditions of the tape (e.g., A tape
originally recorded in DV format is dubbed in DVCAM format). For
details, refer to "Compatibility of DVCAM and DV format" on page 41.
Contents of the recording cannot be compensated for if recording or
playback is not made due to a malfunction of the VCR, video tape, etc.
Note
You cannot play back a DVCAM tape recorded in other color systems on
this VCR.
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