Abstract: An image processing apparatus in which a double wide television and a double deck videocassette recorder are consolidated and collectively controlled and a method for selecting input/output sources for the image processing apparatus are provided. The image processing apparatus enables various desirable user functions to be performed easily, adding valuable convenience factors to the product. Because the apparatus embodies the double wide television and the double deck videocassette recorder in a single unit, the inconvenience of connecting each video apparatus is eliminated, and expert skills for precise operation are not necessary. Furthermore, the space required to arrange separately each apparatus is is eliminated, allowing space optimization.