The remote for this VCR has a REC HOLD (recording hold) switch that disables the STOP button. When this switch is set to the lower position, the remote commander will not send a signal to stop the VCR. This is used to prevent accidental stopping of the unit during recording. To return the remote to normal operation, move the switch to the upper position. This is a normal feature and is not a defect of the remote or VCR. ©Misterßetamax go to homepage