That's an interesting question, but I'm inclined to say "no" and here's why.

You typically only use one device to actually look at things, ie - the TV, and you typically use one of two devices to listen to things, ie - the TV or the receiver, but you use many different devices to play things, ie - the VCR, DVD, ReplayTV, etc.

So, rather than have the VCR's transport keys punch through to the TV device, wouldn't it be better to have the TV's volume punch though to the VCR device. That way the user will get accustom to using the right device mode for the device being "played".

That all being said, I'm open to arguments either way, so if you're not convinced, let me why.

Rob.