Sony DSR-50P Operating Instructions Manual page 47

Recording procedure
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After checking that the REC/SAVE switch of the cassette is set to the
write enabled position and checking the tape for slack, hold the
cassette so that the tape window is facing upward, then insert it into
this unit.
The cassette is automatically loaded into the unit and the tape will stop.
For details of the REC/SAVE switch and checking the tape for slack, see
"Notes on Video Cassettes" on page 40 (GB).
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Press the PLAY button while pressing the REC button.
The unit turns to the recording pause mode. The REC and PLAY
indicators light. The PAUSE indicator flashes.
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Press the VTR button on the camera, or press the PAUSE button on the
unit.
The unit starts recording and the index is marked.
To stop recording
Press the STOP button on the unit.
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Chapter 3 Playback and Recording
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