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can i record vhs tape to dvd  with this recorder

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can i record my video tape to dvd

Question 2

Why is this called a DVR DVD - VHS RECORDER if it will only record to DVD or VHS? Isn't a DVR supposed to record to a hard drive?

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It is a digital video recorder.  Both VHS tape and DVD discs record the signals in digital format.  So does a hard drive.  It is a matter of semantics and advertising.   If you want a hard drive DVR look for that in the specifications.

Question 3

Will this play VCR tapes and DVD's, as well as record?

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Combines the convenient recording1 and playback options of a DVD recorder and a VCR all in one unit.

Question 4

can't get the dvd part to record

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1. Because old videotapes may not track well when they have been unused for several years, fast forward to the end of the tape and rewind the tape before attempting to copy it. The recorder may refuse to copy a tape if it does not track well.2. Eject the videotape. Apparently Toshiba DVRs (both the 610 and 620) can balk if the videotape is inserted before the DVD.3. Push the DVD button and insert the blank DVD.4. Press Record Mode (not Record) button and set the speed (I use SP).5. Press the Setup button and select Recording. Select Dubbing Mode. Select VCR > DVD.6. Press the VCR button and insert the videotape. Press Play and then Pause (not Stop) at the point slightly before you wish to start copying.7. Press the Dubbing button. Push Stop when you want to stop dubbing. You can then insert another videotape to dub onto the same DVD, until it is full.8. You can add titles on the DVD disk with the Top Menu button by selecting the part you wish to title and clicking on Edit and Edit Title.9. After adding titles, you should finalize the DVD by pressing the Setup button, selecting DVD Menu and then Finalize (this may take a few minutes). Then you should be able to play the disk on another machine. I have been able to play finalized disks on my Sony DVD player.I hope this is helpful for others having some trouble with these machines. I am very happy to be able to make digital copies of my old home movies. Print these out and follow step by step and it should work perfectly!

ASIN	B001T6K7G6
Analog Video Format	NTSC
Audio Output Mode	Surround
Best Sellers Rank	#97,188 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #11 in DVD Recorders
Brand	TOSHIBA
Built-In Media	DVD/VHS Recorder
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Television
Connectivity Technology	HDMI
Connector Type	HDMI
Controller Type	Remote Control
Customer Reviews	4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (2,873)
File Format	JPEG, MP3
Item Dimensions L x W x H	10.5"L x 17.1"W x 3.9"H
Item Type Name	Toshiba DVD/VHS Recorder, Black (DVR620)
Item Weight	9.4 Pounds
Manufacturer	Toshiba
Media Type	DVD, VHS
Mfr Part Number	DVR620
Model Name	DVR620
Model Number	DVR620
Number of Channels	2
Other Special Features of the Product	Video playback
Resolution	1280×720
Supported Audio Format	Dolby Digital, DTS, MP3
Surround Sound Channel Configuration	5.1
Total Number of HDMI Ports	1
UPC	777785498826 069060032437 022265002223
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Video Encoding	MPEG-2
Video Output Resolution	1080i Pixels
Warranty Description	1 year parts and 90 days labor

Toshiba DVD/VHS Recorder (DVR620) No Tuner (Discontinued 2009 Model)

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