Toshiba DR-1 Owners manual

Introduction

DIGITAL VIDEO

DVD VIDEO RECORDER

D-R1SU

OWNER’S MANUAL

ABLE BOX

ONTROL

OPERATIONS

Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

Function setup

PM0004737???

Others

Introduction

Table of Contents

Introduction

Caution for safety ................................................ 4

About this product .............................................. 5

Compatible discs ................................................ 6

Index to Parts and Controls ............................. 12

Front panel and top panel Rear Panel Remote control Display

Before operating this recorder ........................ 20

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Recording

Before Recording .............................................. 26

Initializing a DVD-RAM/RW disc (Logical Format) DVD-RAM Physical Format Entering characters

Recording a TV program .................................. 32

Recording an external source.......................... 36

Programming a recording (REC MENU).......... 39

VCR Plus+ Recording ....................................... 46

Reservation Disc (Program Record Lock) To delete recorded content To protect recorded content

Technical Information ...............................................

............................................... 30

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Playback

Information on playback ................................... 52

Playing recorded contents

(CONTENT MENU) ............................................. 53

Playing a DVD video disc ................................. 59

Locating a title using the top menu

Pausing a TV broadcast to resume later ......... 61

Playing a TV program currently being

recorded ............................................................. 62

Playing at various speeds ................................ 63

Playing in fast reverse or fast forward Skipping to the next/previous chapter or track Playing in slow-motion Playing frame by frame Viewing still pictures (Playing a disc that contains still pictures)

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... 28

Locating by entering the number .................... 66

Locating by entering the number of a desired section Locating a specific point by entering its elapsed time (Time Search)

Using the graphic remote control

(Virtual Remote) ................................................ 68

Technical Information

Watching a TV broadcast in the sub window

(P in P Playback) ............................................... 69

Selecting the camera angle .............................. 70

Selecting Subtitles ............................................ 71

Zooming a picture ............................................. 72

Selecting the Sound .......................................... 73

Checking the current status and settings ...... 76

Operational status and setting details ......................

Using the time bar ....................................................

Functions in a Quick Menu .............................. 78

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....................................................... 67

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Editing

Before Editing .................................................... 82

Creating Chapters ............................................. 85

Playlist Editing

(Collecting desired scenes) ............................. 90

Creating Thumbnails (Changing the picture on the

CONTENT MENU) .............................................. 95

High Speed Library Dubbing

(Dubbing only a specified part) ....................... 98

Delete Selected Items

(Deleting specified parts together) ................ 100

Combine Original Titles

(Combine two titles into one) ......................... 102

DVD-Video finalizing process ........................ 104

DV Recording

(Recording from a digital video camera) ...... 108

76 77

Library

Using Library data........................................... 112

Basic operation of the Library system .................. 112

Checking remaining space on discs ..................... 113

Searching for a disc ............................................ 113

Maintenance of Library data ................................ 114

Function Setup

Customizing the Function Settings ............... 118

DVD Player Settings ............................................ 122

Picture/Audio Settings ......................................... 125

Display Settings .................................................. 127

Operational Settings ........................................... 128

DVD Recorder Operation .................................... 129

Management Settings ......................................... 131

Setting of picture and sound quality for recording

............................................................ 131

Introduction

Recording

Playback

Editing

Others

Troubleshooting .............................................. 134

Error codes on the display window ............... 137

Recording duration ......................................... 138

Language Code List ........................................ 139

Specification .................................................... 140

LIMITED WARRANTY DVD VIDEO

RECORDER...................................................... 142

Library

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Caution for safety

Read “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, “Precautions” and others of the “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.

Introduction

About this product

Digital AV equipment

This recorder is operated by sophisticated software and is different from other conventional AV equipment. Within the recorder, a DVD-RAM/R/RW drive is installed. The hardware and software work by way of an operating system (OS), which requires some time to start up after turning on the power. Also, some commands, such as erasing recorded contents may take time to execute.

Introduction

Recording

Playback Restriction

This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for this recorder. Some DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. As such, the recorder may not respond to all operating commands. This is not a defect in the recorder. Refer to the instruction notes of discs.

” may appear on the TV screen during operation.

“

” means that the operation is not permitted by the

“ recorder or the disc.

Recording Restriction

Copy-protected contents of DVD-Video disc, VIDEO CDs or audio CDs on the market cannot be copied on this recorder. Contents without copy protection can be copied or edited only for personal use. Contents that permit single copying (copy once contents) can be recorded onto DVD-RAM discs, with some dubbing and editing restrictions. DVD-R/RW discs cannot record these contents.

Playback

Editing

Library

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Compatible discs

There are many types and formats in discs. Confirm the compatibility of selected disc to insure proper performance.

Notes

• Handle the disc according to the disc instruction manual.

• Depending on the data recording method or the disc status, playback or recording on this recorder may not be possible, even

if the disc is labeled as below. In such a case please contact the sales agency of the disc.

For recording / playback

Disc

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-RW

Mark Specification Remarks

• Single sided 4.7GB (12cm (43/4 in.))

• Double sided 9.4GB (12cm (4

• Single sided 1.4GB (8cm (3

• Double sided 2.8GB (8cm (31/4 in.))

• 4.7GB For General Ver.2.0

(12cm (4

• Ver. 1.1 or later (12cm (4

/4 in.))

Read carefully the section “On DVD-RAM discs” ( When using an 8cm (3 Remove it from the cartridge. For details, refer to the instructions of the disc.

Read carefully the section “On DVD-R discs”

page 9).

( Depending on the disc or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this recorder.

Read carefully the section “On DVD-RW discs” ( Depending on the disc or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this recorder.

page 8).

page 9).

/4 in.) DVD-RAM disc,

Select a DVD-RAM disc that shows a statement on its package such as “this disc can be used with video recorders and drives compatible with 4.7GB DVD-RAM discs” or “this disc can copy images that permit single copying.”

Using different disc types for different purposes

Use DVD-RAM discs for your personal library.

DVD-RAM discs comply with the global standard DVD-VR (Video Recording) format, and are optimized for recording of TV programs. You can rewrite repeatedly without any deterioration, erase unnecessary parts, divide a chapter, or specify playback area by frame. Its cartridge is suitable for a long-term storage and family use, and its large capacity of

9.4 GB double sided disc is space saving.

Use DVD-R discs when creating your own original discs for distribution.

DVD-R discs comply with the global standard DVD-Video format, and can be recorded only once. DVD-R discs are convenient when you edit your original content (recorded personal events such as a wedding party) with your PC, and send them to your friends or relatives. The discs can be played on other DVD players. DVD-RW discs, which are rewriteable can be used as well. * This format is not suited for recording TV programs. According to DVD-Video format, recording and dividing into

chapters must be by 15 frames. Possibly an unnecessary part may remain even after editing. Also, you cannot record programs that include a scene with bilingual sounds, and programs that permit copying only once.

* This recorder records on a DVD-R/RW disc in DVD-Video format only. In DVD-VR format, recording is not possible.

We cannot guarantee that DVD-RAM/R/RW discs recorded on this recorder will be playable on all DVD players. Similarly, there is no guarantee that all DVD-RAM/R/RW discs recorded on other recorders will be playable on this player.

Introduction

For playback only

Disc

DVD video disc

DVD-RW

VIDEO CD

Audio CD

CD-R

CD-RW

Mark Specification Remarks

• 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)

ALL

• Region number

• Color system: NTSC

The region number of this DVD recorder is 1. If region numbers, corresponding to a specific playable area, are printed on your DVD video disc and you do not find

ALL

, disc playback will not be allowed by the

recorder.

• 12cm (43/4 in.)

• DVD-VR mode

It is not possible to play contents recorded from programs which are not copy-free Depending on the disc, playback may not be possible.

• 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)

• Color system: NTSC

DIGITAL VIDEO

• Version 1.0 and 2.0

• 12cm (4

/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)

• 12cm (43/4 in.)

• CD-DA (audio CD) format

Depending on the disc, playback may not be possible.

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

Function setup

• This recorder uses the NTSC color system, and cannot play DVD video discs recorded in any other color system

ALL

(PAL, SECAM, etc.), even if they have region marks

• There may be some DVD discs designed for this market that cannot be played on this recorder. If you encounter please contact TOSHIBA customer service.

Others

Introduction

Compatible discs (Continued)

On DVD-RAM discs

Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0 or 2.1.

The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it using the disc-format function of the recorder. The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVDRAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with another manufacture’s equipment or PC, contain a large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity. Also, a DVD-RAM disc may not be edited or recorded if its title contains still pictures. DVD-RAM discs formatted in UDF2.0 on a PC are not compatible with this recorder. Before using these discs, initialize them on this recorder. This recorder complies with current copyright protection technology and can copy a disc only when the disc permits copying once. When there is no indication on the disc, copying will not be allowed. Such an indication on a disc is required also for the Library Management database.

DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are recommended for recording.

Two types of DVD-RAM discs are available: ones with cartridges and ones without cartridges. You can use either of them with this recorder, but the former ones are recommended. In order to record highly detailed data, make sure the disc is clean. DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are easier to handle in this regard. Do not open the cartridge shutter. The disc may not play, or may not be recorded or edited once it becomes dirty. There are two types of DVD-RAM cartridges; removable (TYPE 2/4) and not removable (TYPE 1). It is recommended you do not remove the disc even when you can. Refer to the instruction manual that comes with the disc if it is absolutely necessary to remove the disc. Some commercially available cartridge discs cannot be recorded or edited once the inside discs are removed.

To protect recorded contents

Slide the write-protect tab to “PROTECT” with something sharp. The disc can play, but cannot be edited or erased. Refer to the instructions that come with the disc.

• The resuming function (

56) will not work if the write-protect tab is set to “PROTECT”.

When using a disc without a cartridge (commercially available discs)

Discs without cartridges can easily attract fingerprints and dust, which is the reason they are not recommended. If you cannot avoid using them, handle with proper care. When you write in a title column on a disc, use a pen with a soft tip. Do not use a pen with a hard tip, such as a ballpoint pen.

Recommended discs

The following discs have been tested with this recorder:

9.4 GB double-sided cartridge: Panasonic LM-AD240U

4.7 GB single-sided cartridge: Panasonic LM-AB120U

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PROTECT

The company does not hold any responsibility to compensate the contents which should have been recorded, and any losses or damages (e.g. losses of business profit, or business intermission) that may arise from malfunction of this recorder (not recording/editing as intended). Problems arising in the following situations are included.

• When a DVD disc recorded on this recorder is used in a DVD recorder of another manufacturer, or used (insertion, playback, recording or editing) in a personal computer DVD drive.

• When a DVD that has been used as above is used again in this recorder.

• When a DVD disc recorded in a DVD recorder of another manufacturer, or in a personal computer DVD drive.

Some functions such as Library may not work with PC discs.

On DVD-R discs

Marks on DVD video discs

Standards

DVD-R for General Ver.2.0/2.1 discs can be used for recording and playback. Discs compatible with 2X speed recording (labeled Ver.2.1/2X etc.) and discs compatible with 4X speed recording (labeled Ver.2.1/4X etc.) can also be used. Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.” etc. DVD-R for authoring Ver.1.1 cannot be used.

Recording conditions

Images for which copying is prohibited or restricted (copy once or copy prohibited) cannot be recorded. Even if the disc is labeled as CPRM compatible, this recorder can only be used to record copy-free material.

Recommended discs

Panasonic LM-RF120 (4.7GB/120 min.).

On DVD-RW discs

Standards

Discs labeled DVD-RW Ver.1.1 can be used. Discs compatible with 2X speed recording (labeled Ver.1.1/2X etc,) can also be used. Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.” etc.

Recording conditions

Recommended discs*

Victor/JVC VD-RW120B Victor/JVC VD-RW120D

*Operation has been confirmed with recommended

discs, but some other discs may not be usable.

The following are examples of marks and the meanings.

Mark Meanings

4:3

16:9 LB

16:9 PS

Number of audio streams recorded in the disc. (2 streams such as English and Japanese in this example.)

Number of subtitle languages recorded in the disc. (2 subtitle languages are recorded in this example.)

Number of camera angles recorded in the disc. (3 camera angles are recorded in this example.)

Pictures are recorded in the standard picture size (4:3 aspect ratio).

Pictures are recorded in the letter box picture size (4:3 aspect ratio with horizontal black bars in the top and bottom of pictures).

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9 wide picture size. TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will display them in the letter box style.

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9 wide picture size. TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will display them in the pan scan style (one or both sides of pictures are cut).

Introduction

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

Function setup

Actual picture size may vary depending on the aspect ratio or mode selection of the TV.

Others

Introduction

Compatible discs (Continued)

Structure of disc contents

Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks.

DVD video disc

Title 1 Title

Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3Chapter 1

VIDEO CD / audio CD

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

Title: Divided contents of a DVD video disc.

Roughly corresponds to a story title in short stories.

Chapter: Divided contents of a title. This corresponds

to a chapter in a story.

Track: Divided contents of a VIDEO CD or an audio

CD.

Each title, chapter, or track is assigned a number, which is called “title number”, “chapter number”, or “track number” respectively. Some discs may not have these numbers.

On handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Playback side

Do not stick paper or tape to discs.

On cleaning discs

Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.

When you record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc, one recording will always equal one title.

If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and finish with a dry cloth. Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc.

On storing discs

Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources. Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier. Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects on discs outside of their case may cause warping.

Discs and purposes

The table shows main functions which are available on this recorder per disc category. This will help you choose discs.

Introduction

Characteristics on this recorder

For the first use

Recording a TV program

Erasing recorded contents

Recording additionally on a recorded disc

Indexing recorded contents Naming a title Creating a thumbnail

DVD-RAM disc

Suitable for repeat use of the disc, and data storage for video library. Copy once contents can be recorded using a compatible disc.

No preparatory steps required, however initializing is recommended.

O O

DVD-RW disc

Suitable for saving data in DVD-Video format to play on compatible devices.

You can erase recorded contents to use the disc repeatedly.

Initialize the disc.

O If the disc has been executed DVD-Video finalize process, first cancel the process then delete contents.

DVD-R disc

Suitable for saving data in DVD-Video format to play on compatible devices.

Once you execute DVDvideo finalize process on a recorded disc so that it can be played on other players, you cannot make addition, correction and deletion of contents on the disc.

No preparatory steps required.

O Deleting contents cannot restore the disc space. After you execute DVD-video finalize process on a recorded disc, you cannot delete contents of the disc.

O After you execute DVD-video finalize process on a recorded disc, you cannot add contents to the disc.

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

Function setup

Collecting favorite scenes (Playlist Editing) Making a new title from a Playlist containing favorite scenes (Copy within the same disc)

Playing contents recorded on this player, on other devices

When a message appears and the loaded disc cannot be used:

Contents can be played on any devices compatible with DVD-RAM discs. Follow the instruction of the device to play.

Initialize the disc. If it is still unusable, try to execute DVD-RAM Physical Format.

Execute DVD-Video finalize process on this recorder. This process makes the disc playable on other devices compatible with DVD-Video format. (Some models excepted.)

Initialize the disc.

Others

Execute DVD-Video finalize process on this recorder. This process makes the disc playable on other devices compatible with DVD-Video format. (Some models excepted.)

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Introduction

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT

SELECT

TIMESLIP

ON/ST

ANDBY

Index to parts and controls

See pages with arrows for details.

Front panel

Front panel and top panel

ON/STANDBY TIMESLIP INPUT SELECT

2 4 83

CHANNEL

INPUT

ON/ST

ANDBY

TIMESLIP

SELECT

CHANNEL

VIDEO

INPUT 2

L R

DV S-VIDEO

1615 1714 18

ON/STANDBY button page 20, 21

Turns the power on/restores the unit in the standby mode.

TIMESLIP button

Selects the time slip mode.

INPUT SELECT button

Pressing repeatedly selects between various input sources.

CHANNEL buttons

Selects the channel.

(OPEN/CLOSE) button page 20, 21

Opens and closes the disc tray.

page 63, 64

page 38

page 20, 33

765

(PAUSE) button page 35, 56

Stops playback or recording momentarily.

(STOP) button page 35, 56

Stops playback or recording.

(PICTURE SEARCH) button page 65

Scans the picture backwards.

(PICTURE SEARCH) button page 65

Scans the picture forward.

(PLAY) button page 61

Starts playback.

(REC) button page 34

Starts recording.

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Playback

Editing

ON/STANDBY indicator page 20, 21

Displays the operational state of the recorder.

TIMESLIP indicator

Lights up in the time slip mode.

Remote sensor GUIDE”

DV input connector

Use this when recording from a digital video device such as a digital video camera.

INPUT 2 jacks

Use this when recording from other input source such as a VCR or a camcorder.

page 12 in “INSTALLATION

page 110

page 37

Media indicator

Indicates the current media.

Disc tray

Loads a disc into the disc drive.

Front panel display

Operational status indicator

Indicates the operational status of the recorder.

: Illuminates when recording.

: Illuminates when playing.

:Illuminates when copying within a disc.

page 20

page 18

Library

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Index to parts and controls (Continued)

Rear Panel

1 2 3 54

DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT BITSTREAM/PCM

COAXIAL

AC IN socket page 15 in “INSTALLATION

GUIDE”

Connects the supplied power cord.

OUTPUT 1 jacks

page 15, 19 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Outputs video and audio signals to a connected TV or amplifier.

COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks

page 19 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Outputs video signals to a connected TV or monitor. Connects to a TV or monitor equipped with component video jacks.

INPUT 1 jacks

page 37

Use this to connect the recorder to output jacks of external devices such as another player or camcorder.

VHF/UHF RF IN (FROM ANT.) input socket page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Connects to an antenna or cable signal.

OPTICAL

COMPONENT OUTPUT

YPBP

VHF/UHF

RF IN (

FROM ANT

RF OUT (

TO TV

)

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

INPUT1

INPUT3

S-VIDEO

OUTPUT1

OUTPUT2

S-VIDEO

VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV) output socket page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Connects the supplied coaxial cable to a TV.

INPUT 3 jacks

page 37

Use this to connect the recorder to the output jacks of external devices such as another player or camcorder.

OUTPUT 2 jacks

page 15, 19, 21 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Outputs video and audio signals to a connected TV or amplifier.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/OPTICAL jack

page

21, 22, 23 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Use this to connect the recorder to an audio receiver equipped with an optical digital audio input jack. When connecting the optical digital cable, remove the cap and fit the connector into the jack firmly. When not using the jack, keep the cap inserted to protect it from dust intrusion.

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/COAXIAL jack page 21, 22, 23 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Use this to connect the recorder to an audio receiver equipped with a coaxial digital audio input jack.

Introduction

Recording

Playback

Editing

Ventilation fan

Library

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Index to parts and controls (Continued)

Remote control

OPEN/CLOSE button

TOP MENU button

ANGLE button

page 20, 21

page 62

page 72

SUBTITLE button page 73

TIMESLIP button

V-REMOTE button

REC MENU button

LIBRARY button

SLOW button

Direction buttons (

page 63, 64

page 70

page 40

page 114

page 66

/ / / )

page 55, 120

FRAME/ADJUST button

page 41,

PAUSE button

REC button

page 35, 56

page 34

button page 55

STOP button

DISPLAY button

REMAIN button

page 35

page 78

page 27

FL SELECT button page 18

DIMMER button

page 18

OPEN/CLOSE

DVD

TOP MENU

SUBTITLE

ANGLE

V-REMOTE

REC MENU EDIT MENU

LIBRARY

PAUS E

REC

DISPLAY

REMAIN

DIMMER

FL SELECT

TV/VIDEO CHANNEL

RETURN

AUDIO

TIMESLIP

ENTER

TIME BAR CHP DIVIDE

ZOOM P in P

VOLUME

CHANNEL

INSTANT SKIPINSTANT REPLAY

CONTENT MENU

PLAYSTOP

QUICK MENU

PROGRESSIVE

INPUT SELECT

MENU button*

ON/STANDBY button page 20, 21

RETURN button*

CHANNEL buttons page 20, 33

AUDIO button

INSTANT SKIP button

INSTANT REPLAY button

page 75

page 65

EDIT MENU button page 92, 102 CONTENT MENU button page 55, 100

SKIP button page 66

ENTER button

page 55, 120

PICTURE SEARCH button page 55, 63

PLAY button

QUICK MENU button

\ button

TIME BAR button

CHP DIVIDE button

page 61

page 23, 80

page 120

page 79

page 87

ZOOM button page 74

P in P button

page 71

PROGRESSIVE button page 19 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

INPUT SELECT button

page 32,

Buttons for TV operation

page 44 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

*1MENU

Use this to display a menu screen that is recorded on a DVD video disc. Operate the menu screen as the same manner as “Locating a title using the top menu (

page 62)”.

A menu screen is not recorded on some discs.

RETURN Returns to the previous screen (the screen may be specified depending on the disc). Refer to the instructions of the disc.

Introduction

Under the lid

VCR Plus+ button page 47

EXTEND button

Number buttons

SETUP button

page 44, 46

page 48, 69

page 120

VCR Plus+

123

456

789

SETUP

EXTEND

REC MODE

Recording

REC MODE button page 34

TV CODE

T.SEARCH

CLEAR

DELETE

TV CODE button in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

T.SEARCH button

CLEAR button

DELETE button

To open the lid, pull up the upper

page 44

Playback

page 69

page 50

Editing

side.

Library

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Index to parts and controls (Continued)

Display

1 6

PBC indicator

Illuminates when PBC function is “On” (

126) and a PBC-controllable VIDEO CD is loaded.

Program recording indicator

Illuminates when the recorder holds a timer program.

Angle icon page 72

Illuminates when playing a scene recorded with multi angles.

82 94 5 73

page

Bit rate indicator

Illuminates when displaying the bit rate selected for recording, or when displaying the actual bit rate.

VCD/CD indicator

VCD : Illuminates when a VIDEO CD is loaded. CD : Illuminates when an audio CD is loaded.

Title indicator

Illuminates when a title number is displayed.

1113 121516 14

TRK (Track) indicator

Illuminates when a track number is displayed.

REMAIN (Remaining space) indicator

Illuminates when an available recording time is displayed.

CHP (Chapter) indicator

Illuminates when a chapter number is displayed.

Dimming the display

Pressing the DIMMER button on the remote control changes the brightness of the display (normal/ dimmed/off).

Switching the display

Every time you press the FL SELECT button, the display changes between the channel, title number, and time. The display may not change, depending on the disc or recording conditions.

SAP indicator

Illuminates when receiving a SAP broadcast.

Analog output level indicator

Displays the analog output level. L+R: Stereo and bilingual (left (main) channel and

right (sub) channel) L: Left (main) channel R: Right (sub) channel Off: Mono Level indicator may not show exact sound level. It only shows the average level.

Multi display

Displays the current time, elapsed time, remaining time, starting time of programmed recording, chapter number or message, etc

Channel indicator

Displays the current channel or other numbers such as a title number, track number, bit rate or input selection.

Picture quality mode indicator

page 135

The current picture quality mode lights up. The modes are: MN (Manual)/SP (Standard Play)/ LP (Long Play)/SP+LP+MN (Auto)

PROGRESSIVE indicator

Illuminates when video signals are output in the progressive format.

DUBBING indicator

Illuminates when copying.

Introduction

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Before operating this recorder

Is your recorder ready?

• Refer to the supplied “INSTALLATION GUIDE” manual and finish the necessary preparations.

• Turn on the connected equipment such as a TV or audio system and select the input from the recorder.

Turning the power on

(This owner’s manual instructions are based on the assumption that all proper connections have been completed and the TV is turned on.)

Press the ON/STANDBY button on the front panel of the recorder or on the remote control.

ON/STANDBY button

ON/STANDBY indicator

ON/STANDBY button

CHANNEL buttons

Loading a disc

Check disc compatibility beforehand ( page 6, 7) and use a proper playable disc.

Caution

• Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray. Neglecting this may cause serious personal injury. Keep a close watch on children.

• Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc.

1 Open the disc tray.

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control.

button on the front panel or the

button

OPEN/CLOSE button

When the power turns on, the ON/STANDBY indicator changes from red (standby mode) to green (operation). After a few seconds, a start-up screen appears. The following icon appears at the top right corner of the screen.

e.g.

When this icon disappears, the recorder is ready to operate. If the disc drive contains a disc, it takes a little longer to start up.

Viewing TV channels through this recorder

After turning the power on, the recorder will output TV channel signals to the connected TV (also in the stop mode). You can select a desired channel by pressing the CHANNEL buttons.

2 Insert a disc.

Disc without a cartridge

Insert with the playback side down.

Disc size varies depending on the disc. Place a disc to fit the guide. If a disc is out of the guide, it may result in damage to the disc or malfunction.

Place a disc in the inside hollow.

Introduction

DVD-RAM disc with cartridge (TYPE1/TYPE2/TYPE4)

Single sided

Turn the printed side up, and insert the cartridge into the tray frame following the direction of the arrow on the cartridge.

Double sided

Turn a desired recording/playback side up, and insert the cartridge into the tray frame following the direction of the arrow on the cartridge.

3 Close the disc tray.

Press the

button on the front panel or the

OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control.

Notes

• Use the button on the front panel or the remote control to open and close the disc tray. Do not push or hold the disc tray while it is moving. Doing so may cause the recorder to malfunction.

• Do not insert a disc which is unplayable, or any object other than a playable disc.

• Do not apply downforce to the disc tray. Doing so may cause the recorder to malfunction.

• If the disc tray stops while closing, the mechanical protection system of this recorder will open it. Do not force it to close. Doing so may cause malfunction.

• If the disc tray will not open, turn the recorder off, and press the button on the front panel or the OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control. This may turn the recorder on and open the disc tray. If it still won’t open, contact your nearest TOSHIBA dealer.

Turning the power off

Press the ON/STANDBY button on the front panel of the recorder or on the remote control.

The “Unloading” icon appears at the top right corner of the screen, and the ON/STANDBY indicator turns red, then the power turns off.

Caution

• If the power fails or the power cord is disconnected from a wall outlet while the recorder is in operation (ON/STANDBY indicator lit in green), the loaded disc may become recording disabled. In such a case, executing an initialization of the disc using the formatting function of the recorder may refresh it. However, all contents stored on the disc will be completely erased by this initialization process.

• This recorder may indicate alert messages with some DVD-RAM discs right after insertion. If such a disc is used for playback or recording on other equipment, all data in the disc may be damaged and the disc will not be played. By executing an initialization of the disc using the formatting function of the recorder, the disc will be able to work.

• If the recorder freezes and does not respond at all, leave it alone for about 15 minutes or longer. This may restore the recorder. After the recorder has recovered, turn it off once and turn it on again to use as usual. If the recorder is still inoperable after more than 15 minutes have passed, press and hold the ON/STANDBY button on the front panel or the remote control for about 10 seconds or longer. The recorder is forced to quit and the power turns off. Turn the recorder on again and use it as usual. (This is an emergency measure, which may cause losses and/or damages of data. Avoid casual use of this measure.) (This 15-minute measure is available only when “Screen Protector” is set to “On.” ( page 129))

Note

• If there are any performance malfunctions of the disc drive, immediately discontinue use of this recorder, and disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet, then contact your dealer. Continuous use of the recorder in such a condition will aggravate the condition and result in increased cost and repair time.

Disc tray lock

You can lock the disc tray.

Press and hold

on the front panel or PAUSE on the remote control for longer than about 3 seconds.

To unlock, during stop press the button for longer than about 3 seconds.

Note

• Turning the power off also unlocks the disc tray.

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Before operating this recorder (Continued)

Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)

The recorder provides you with a variety of GUI (Graphical User Interface) applications to assist your operation of most functions such as customizing of setting, playback or recording. Refer to the operation guide on the bottom on each GUI. This will indicate proper button selection for desired action.

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Title List

001 :

1/ 1

2003/07/08 19:00

Ch:4

(0:53:45)

Original Original

2003/07/10 21:00

Ch:3

(0:52:40)

Original Original

2003/07/12 12:00

Ch:4

(0:30:08)

Original Original

Chapter Play

2003/07/08 23:00

Ch:6

2003/07/11 19:00

Ch:8

2003/07/12 21:00

Ch:10

Delete

DVD

(0:29:50)

(0:54:30)

(0:51:28)

Operation guide

FunctionExample of the icon

Direction buttons

ENTER button

button

PICTURE SEARCH

button

FRAME/ADJUST

1 4 7

PICTURE SEARCH button

FRAME/ADJUST button

Number buttons

(Open the lid of the

remote control.)

DELETE button (Open the lid of the remote control.)

SETUP

SETUP button (Open the lid of the remote control.)

To select an item.

To confirm (register) a selected item or setting.

To change the category of contents

To return to the previous page.

To proceed to the next page.

To enter numerical digits or change the value.

To enter numerical digits.

To delete the selected program.

To display/exit the Setting menu.

If a message appears

The recorder will display messages related to operational status. Respond accordingly, as below:

Message

e.g.

message

Set

e.g.

Select either response (by highlighting in green) using

message

Yes

the / buttons, then press the ENTER button. The message disappears.

2 selections

e.g.

Read the message, then press the ENTER button.

message

The message disappears.

1 selection

e.g.

The message disappears automatically in a few

message

seconds.

No selection

Introduction

Quick Menu operation

To access various optional functions of this recorder, open the Quick Menu. The Quick Menu displays a list of selections relevant to your current mode.

Opening a Quick Menu

1) Press the QUICK MENU button.

The following menu (“Quick Menu”) appears. (Actual selections vary depending on operational status.)

e.g.

Quick Menu

Restart Title

Title Information

Virtual Surround

Bit Rate

Auto Power Off

Special Playback Mode

Exit

2) Press the

/ buttons to select an item, then

press the ENTER button.

To exit the Quick Menu

Press the QUICK MENU button again.

Alternatively

Select “Exit” with the

/ buttons, then press

the ENTER button.

Status display

Each time you operate the recorder, the following displays appear on the TV screen to indicate the status of the recorder.

Status display

e.g.

Main on-screen displays (Depending on the disc, some of these may not appear.)

: Playback : Pause : Stop : Fast-forward : Fast-reverse : Forward skip* : Reverse skip*

x1/2

: Forward slow-motion

x1/2

: Reverse slow-motion : Forward frame by frame playback : Reverse frame by frame playback : Recording : Recording pause

Title

: When title playback is completed

End

: Instant skip : Instant replay

Chapter

: Chapter division

Divide

: Forward skip by 1/20 : Revers skip by 1/20

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

* Accompanied with the followings:

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

DVD-RW

Title number/title name and chapter number/ chapter name

DVD-VIDEO

Title number and chapter number

VCD

Track number

Notes

• To disable the status display, set “On Screen Display” ( page 129) to “Off.”

• You can add the current status of the settings to this display. See page 78.

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Before operating this recorder (Continued)

Start-up/Shutdown (closing) icons

These icons are displayed at the top right corner of the screen when startup or finishing. While they are flashing, the recorder is operating as follows:

Start-up, reading a disc, finishing the

Un loading

Open

recording

unloading a disc, finishing the operation

Opening a disc tray

Closing a disc tray

System software update service

Because of problems and errors that can occur during the creation of DVD software and/or the manufacture of DVD discs, Toshiba America Consumer Products cannot guarantee that this recorder will play every feature of every DVD bearing the DVD logo. As one of the creators of DVD technology, Toshiba DVD recorders are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and, as a result, such incompatibilities are very rare. If you have any questions, or if you happen to experience any difficulty playing a DVD on a Toshiba DVD recorder, please feel free to call our Customer Service Hotline at 1-800-319-6684.

Hint on reading this manual

The following icons show the playable discs for each function described on this instruction manual.

DVD-RAM

: DVD-RAM disc

DVD-RW

: DVD-RW disc

DVD-R

: DVD-R disc

DVD-VIDEO

: DVD video disc

VCD

: VIDEO CD

: Audio CD

Recording

Recording variations for many types of programs or situations.

Most instructions are based on remote control operation, unless otherwise noted. You can use the buttons on the remote control and those on the main unit as well when they have the same function.

Before recording

Recording a TV program

Tips on recording

Recording an external source

Programing a recording (REC MENU)

VCR Plus+ recording

Others

If copy protection signal is detected during recording on this recorder, the recording automatically pauses and a message appears. In this case, the PAUSE button cannot release the recording. (It is possible to end the recording by pressing the STOP button.) If the copy protection signal continues, the recording will terminate.

Recording

Before recording

Please be sure to read this critical background information prior to making a recording.

Conventional video cassette recorders have required tapes to record, while this recorder enables recording on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc whenever you want, without selecting an available tape and confirming a point to start a recording from. Further, if you use DVD-RAM discs, you can collect necessary scenes and store them in it to make your own video library.

Is your DVD recorder ready?

Before recording a TV program on this recorder, insure that channels you want to record are correctly tuned in on this recorder. If not tuned in, read the separate “INSTALLATION GUIDE” volume again, and confirm all the necessary connections and settings have been done. Also, insure the clock is set precisely for program recording. Set the clock using the Initial Settings menu

page 30, INSTALLATION GUIDE).

(

Disc initializing Whenever you use a new DVD-RAM/RW disc on this recorder, be sure to initialize the disc. For DVD-RAM disc, initialization is indispensable to the database system of this recorder.

DVD-R discs can be used on this recorder without initializing.

For details of initialization of DVD-RAM/RW discs, see

page 28.

If an initialized DVD-RAM disc is still unusable, it may become usable by executing “DVD-RAM Physical Format” in the Initial Settings menu. For “DVD-RAM Physical Format”, see

Note on recording on a DVD-RAM disc

Confirm disc compatibility and prepare an available DVD-RAM disc to record on (

Some discs may need to be formatted for use on this recorder. A message will appear asking you to execute disc formatting. Follow the procedure displayed onscreen to format the DVD-RAM disc compatible with this recorder. Some DVD-RAM discs formatted on a PC may not be usable.

page 6, 8).

page 29.

Note

• This recorder records on a DVD-RAM disc if it complies with DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0 or 2.1. However, you may not record on some DVD-RAM discs that have complicated contents (often, to protect the recorded data). When you select a DVD-RAM discs that has already been recorded, check that the disc is suitable for recording or the remaining time of the disc is displayed. It is recommended to use a new DVD-RAM disc for an important recording.

Note on recording on a DVD-RW disc

Confirm disc compatibility and prepare an available DVD-RW disc to record on (

Some discs may need to be initialized for use on the recorder. A message will appear asking you to execute disc initializing. Follow the procedure displayed onscreen for initialize the DVD-RW disc compatible with this recorder. Some DVD-RW discs initialized on a PC may not be usable.

To play a DVD-RW disc recorded on this recorder on other devices, finalize the DVD-RW disc on this recorder. ( The finalization disables the disc’s rewritability. To rewrite a finalized DVD-RW disc, cancel the finalization. (

• On DVD-RW discs recorded on other devices, you cannot execute DVD-Video finalize process or cancel the finalize process, or add recordings on this recorder.

• You cannot rewrite or edit a DVD-RW disc if recorded in DVD-VR mode.

• DVD-RW discs which are recorded on other devices and not finalized yet, cannot be read on this recorder. Do not rush to initialization. Check that the contents can be erased or not.

page 106)

page 109).

page 6, 9).

Note on recording on a DVD-R disc

Confirm disc compatibility and prepare an available DVD-R disc to record on (

To play a DVD-R disc recorded on this recorder on other devices, finalize the DVD-R disc on this recorder. ( The finalization permanently disables the disc’s rewritability. (Canceling the finalization is not possible.)

• DVD-Video finalize process cannot be canceled if once executed on a DVD-R disc.

• On DVD-R discs recorded on other devices, you cannot execute DVD-Video finalize process or add recordings on this recorder.

To check space remaining on a disc

1) Press the REMAIN button.

The current capacity is displayed at the bottom of the screen and on the front panel display.

2) After checking the capacity, press the button again to turn off the display.

Note

• You can also check the capacity of the disc by selecting “Disc Budget Calculation” from the Quick Menu on the

REC MENU ( page 45).

Programmed recording and operational status

The recorder gives priority to programmed recordings in every operating mode. Even if the recorder is playing, recording or editing, or even in standby mode, at a starting time of a programmed recording the recorder will make itself ready or stop those operations and start the recording.

page 106)

page 6, 9).

When the programmed settings overlap

Before the first recording is completed, the second program is scheduled to begin recording. When using a DVD-RAM disc, the recording of the previous program stops 15 seconds before the next program starts. When using a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc, the recording of the previous program stops about 2 minutes before the next program starts, to complete data process. In this 2 minutes, you cannot operate the loaded DVD-R or DVD-RW disc.

On a programmed recording across the changeover of Daylight-saving time

• When the clock gains across Daylight-saving time during a programmed recording, it means that the recording completion time is consequently set onehour earlier. In this case, set the programmed recording one-hour longer in advance. If not set accordingly, the programmed recording stops onehour shorter.

• When the clock loses across Daylight-saving time during a programmed recording, it means that the recording completion time is consequently set onehour later. In this case, as the programmed recording continues one-hour longer, delete unnecessary chapters by chapter dividing after the completion of recording.

Introduction

Recording

Playback

Editing

Library

Notes

• The “Loading” icon appears in the top right of the screen after recording. This indicates that the unit is executing the final recording process (writing managing information). Operations other than changing channels cannot be done until this icon disappears. The time for executing this process differs depending on the recording time or capacity of the disc.

• Note that all recording content may be deleted if the unit is disconnected from a wall outlet, or a power failure occurs, during recording.

• If a power failure occurs within five minutes prior to the programed recording start time, the programmed recording may not be executed.

• A programmed recording may not be executed correctly if scheduled when Daylight-Saving time starts or ends.

Function setup

Others

Recording

Before recording (Continued)

Initializing a DVD-RAM/RW disc (Logical Format)

Be sure to read this section prior to using a DVD-RAM/RW disc on this recorder for the first time. For DVD-R, initializing is not necessary.

A disc should be initialized in the following cases: (The recorder may display a message to request you to do so.)

e.g.

When you use a DVD-RAM/RW disc on this recorder for the first time. If data fragments produced by repeated recording or erasing have accumulated. If a disc error has occurred. When you want to record on a DVD-RAM disc for PC.

page 8)

(

Initializing formats a disc logically and insures that it will perform to its full capability. However, this erases all data on the disc, so make sure that it does not matter if data on the disc is erased whenever you initialize a disc.

How to initialize a disc

To initialize a DVD-RAM disc, load it in the recorder.

page 20 for loading a disc.

See

1) During stop, press the QUICK MENU button.

The following menu appears. (The actual contents depends on the operational status of the recorder.)

e.g.

Quick Menu

Bit rate

Special Playback Mode

Disc Format

DVD Video Compatibility

Aspect Ratio (Video mode)

DVD-Video : CHP Create

AV Record Quality

SAP

Exit

2) Press the

/ buttons to select “Disc format,”

then press the ENTER button.

A sub menu appears on the right side.

e.g.

Quick Menu

Aspect Ratio (Video mode)

3) Press the

Bit rate

Special Playback Mode

Disc Format

DVD Video Compatibility

DVD-Video : CHP Create

AV Record Quality

SAP

Exit

/ buttons to select “DVD Format,”

Disc Information

DVD Format

then press the ENTER button.

e.g.

DV D Format

Edit

Disc Name

Start

001–

Cancel

Edit

Disc Number

Disc format

Numbering a disc

The recorder automatically numbers discs when initializing. However, you can assign a desired number (using 3 digits) and designate sides A and B on a doublesided disc. (DVD-RW discs cannot be numbered.) (1) Press the

/ buttons to select “Edit” of “Disc

Number” then press the ENTER button. (2) Press the (3) Press the

/ buttons to select a digit.

/ buttons to shift. (4) Repeat steps (2) and (3). (5) Press the ENTER button.

Naming a disc

You can name a disc. (1) Press the

/ buttons to select “Edit” of “Disc

Name,” then press the ENTER button. The character input window appears.

(2) Enter a disc name following the procedure of

“Entering characters” (

(3) Press the

button to eliminate the window.

page 30).

Introduction

4) Press the / buttons to select “Start,” then press the ENTER button.

DV D Format

Entire disc contents excluding library data will be erased if disc is formatted. Proceed?

Start

Cancel

Disc format

5) Press the

/ buttons to select “Start,” then

press the ENTER button.

Initialization starts.

DV D Format

DVD Formatting

Start

Cancel

Disc format

When initialization is completed, the setup window disappears.

1) During stop, press the SETUP button.

2) Press the

/ buttons to select “Management

Settings” then press the ENTER button.

Management Settings

Genre Setting

Eco. Mode DVD-RAM Physical Format Software Version DVD Drive Software

3) Press the

Auto

Use

/ buttons to select “DVD-RAM Physical Format,” then press the ENTER button.

4) Press the

/ buttons to select “Yes,” then press the ENTER button to execute.

Warning: It will take approximetely 70 minutes to format a 4.7GB DVD-RAM and all data will be erased. Confirm t

hat timer programing is not

scheduled.

Procceed?

Yes

To cancel, select “No”, then press the ENTER button.

5) Read the message, and press the

/ buttons to select “Yes” or “No”, then press the ENTER button.

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Playback

Editing

Library

DVD-RAM Physical Format

Physical formatting is a simple execution for a disc which cannot be used or read (or which is becoming hard to read). It may refresh such a disc for recording and playback. (There is no guarantee that all such discs will be recovered.) “DVD-RAM logical format” process only rewrites certain data on file system and management information, however, “DVD-RAM physical format” rewrites all data on a disc, therefore it takes a much longer time to complete. For a 4.7GB single sided DVD-RAM, about 70 minutes will be necessary. While processing, all recorder operations and functions including program recording will not work until the process is finished. Also this process erases all data stored on the DVD-RAM disc.

Notes

• The physical format process may fail if executed to a dirty DVD-RAM disc. Also, the disc may be difficult to record, even if it finished. Before executing DVD-RAM physical format process, be sure to confirm the disc is not dirty. Clean it if necessary. If the disc has scratches or dust beyond cleaner’s efficacy, do not execute DVD-RAM physical format process on the disc.

• The following DVD-RAM discs require physical formatting: – A disc which is not formatted correctly. – The disc which has errors during writing because of dirt

on the disc, and cannot be further recorded, or cannot initialize normally.

• You need to start physical formatting from the first step again when you use a failed disc.

• Physical formatting does not work if the disc contains a lot of void beyond limitation of this recorder.

• If an error occurs in physical formatting, “ERR-01” appears in the front panel display. To turn off the message, press the DISPLAY button.

Function setup

Others

Recording

CLEAR

DELETE

CLEAR

Before recording (Continued)

Entering characters

e.g.

Cursor

An entered character will appear here.

Language

Operation guidance of the remote control

To enter the character, normally use the direction /

/ / buttons on the remote. About the other buttons

to be used are shown on the operation guide.

: Shifts a cursor.

2 3

4 5 6

: Enters the number.

7 8 9

DELETE

: Erases one character immediately to the left

side of the cursor.

CLEAR

: Erases all the characters on the input column.

CONTENT

Chapter

English

Spanish French Germany Italian etc...

Select

;

Title Information

003

12345678 0 qwe r t yu i p [ ]o asdfghjk : BkSpl zxcvbnm,,/ Delete

Space Space Space

Input

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Direct(0-9)

Cursor

Indicates the end of the first line on the CONTENT MENU.

Indicates the limit of characters displayable on the CONTENT MENU.

The character being selected appears.

’9

Clear All

CLEAR

DELETE

Caps Lock : Space

CLEARDELETE

All ClearBkSp

Operation guide

ReturnSave

Switching a language

Before entering a character, move a cursor to the language selection area by pressing the Then press the

/ buttons to select a language,

then press the ENTER button.

/ buttons.

: Caps Lock

: Saves the changes on the input column and

returns to the previous screen.

: Cancels the changes on the input column and

returns to the previous screen.

: Enters a space.

: Enters a symbol.

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