I bought this last summer to dub video tapes to DVD. It was supposed to be able to dub, and the functionality was confirmed... I left it without checking, and when I tried to use it this year, the video tape wouldn't go in... Even if I managed to set it, the tape would get cut inside... I couldn't use it. I think there's a high possibility that it could record & play if the tape could be moved physically. If you are knowledgeable or can adjust machines, you might be able to use it. The power turns on. The following text was created by AI when the photos were taken: SHARP DV-RW190 video cassette recorder with G-CODE function, compatible with Hi-Fi sound. - Brand: SHARP - Model: DV-RW190 - Features: G-CODE, Hi-Fi - Type: Video Cassette Recorder - Connection Terminals: AV Output