The remote for this VCR has a REC HOLD (stop prevention) 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 interruption 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