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Yes, this machine has copy protection devises installed and will stop recording if audio or watermark signals are detected . by Law : any video recording and audio recorders such as VCR , DVD and some Audio records and Blu-Ray recorders are implemented by U.S. Government to assist Hollywood in their efforts to prevent coping of their Precious commodities. Also if hooked up to certain TV's or Receivers, you may not be able to view certain programing with signals attached.
maybe you can search the internet for devices to help you out for your way around for your personal use. (Video enhancers)