VHS tapes will not be accepted by the VCR. I turn the VCR on then attempt to enter a cassette and it goes in about half way and stops. then the VCR turns off.
Also, it has a DVD player.
When the set turns off, the little CST.IN light starts flashing.
This an Emerson - Model EWD 2202 SN UO4345371
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