A:AnswerYes, you can transfer VHS recorded as extended play - you have to set the recorder for a longer time prior to beginning the dubbing (you get these choices when you select dubbing mode). The picture quality will not be as good - but that's because video degradation occurs when you created the original extend play on the VHS version. Picture quality should be satisfactory if the original was satisfactory.
A:AnswerNo, it does not have a tuner. You would need a cable box or digital converter box to record on a timer. You can record directly from the TV if it is on. (will record only what is showing on the TV).
A:AnswerVHS has only 1 audio track, so when recording from DVD, ensure that the correct audio track is selected. It will play that audio track back through HDMI.
A:AnswerUnless you found you could record with another brand but not TDK, my guess is that the DVR recording has the protection filters programmed into it just as many DVD's and Bluerays do to prevent us all from recording copyrighted material. I found that even documentaries from Nat Geo and Sci channel on my DVR couldn't be put on DVD for use in my classroom, regardless of brand of DVD-R used. The new DVD recorders have a blocker in there to keep the film industry happier.
A:AnswerI'm not aware of any combo units that will play SVHS, and a quick Google search doesn't show any. Probably your best bet is to buy an SVHS player, and a DVD recorder.
