Toshiba D-R150 User Manual

DIGITAL VIDEO

DVD VIDEO RECORDER

D-R150SB

OWNER’S MANUAL

Introduction

Connections

INSTALLATION

GUIDE

Read this booklet first.

Basic Setup

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© 2005 Toshiba Corporation

Introduction

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE
ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL
ONLY.

CAUTION: This DVD video recorder employs a Laser System.

To ensure proper use of this product, please read this owner’s manual carefully and retain for
future reference. Should the unit require maintenance, contact an authorized service location.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

To prevent direct exposure to laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
Visible and invisible laser radiation when open and interlocks defeated.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

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CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk

of electric shock do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating
instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located on the rear panel of your recorder.

Model No. Serial No.

Retain this information for future reference.

Location of the required label

The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.

Following information is only for EU-member states:

The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as
household waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and
human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS

OWNER’S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.

This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric
shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following
procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is fully transistorized and does not contain any parts that
can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.

10.Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.

11.Do not place a flaming object such as a burning
candle on the apparatus.

12.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.

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13.Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the unit has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.

Introduction

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

14.Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords,
or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

15.Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

16.Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as
it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause
serious personal injury.

17.Do not place anything on top of this unit.

18.Do not place the apparatus on amplifiers or
equipment that may produce heat.

20.Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired
disc. These discs are easily broken and may
cause serious personal injury and unit
malfunction.

21.If the apparatus should smoke or smell,
immediately disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet. Wait until the smoke or smell stops,
then ask your dealer for a check and repair.
Neglecting to do so may cause fire.

22.During thunderstorms, do not touch the
connecting cables or the apparatus.

23.The apparatus includes lead, an ingredient of
solder used on the PCB, which is a harmful
substance to human and the environment.
When disposing of this apparatus, follow the
rules and regulations in your area.

Introduction

Connections

Basic Setup

19.Do not cover the ventilating holes for the inside
cooling fan.

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Introduction

Precautions

Notes on handling

Never disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet
while the recorder is turned on, unless it is in an
emergency. Doing so may cause malfunction.
When shipping the recorder, the original shipping
carton and packing materials come in handy. For
maximum protection, repack the unit as it was
originally packed at the factory.
Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near
the recorder. Do not leave rubber or plastic products in
contact with the recorder for a long time. They will
leave marks on the finish.
The top and rear panels of the recorder may become
warm after a long time of use. This is not a
malfunction.

When not in use

For usual absence
Be sure to remove the disc from the recorder and turn
off the power.
Prolonged absence
Unplug the recorder from a wall outlet.

Notes on locating

Place the recorder on a level surface. Do not use it on
a shaky or unstable surface such as a wobbly table or
inclined stand. The loaded disc may dislodge from its
proper position and cause damage to the recorder.
Before placing the recorder, make sure that the
surface can stand the weight of the recorder. Never
place the recorder in a high location to avoid an
accidental fall of the recorder.
When you place this recorder near a TV, radio, or VTR,
the playback picture may become poor and the sound
may be distorted depending on the condition and
location of said equipment. In such an event, place the
recorder away as much as possible from the TV, radio,
or VTR.
To avoid damage to this product, never place or store
the unit in direct sunlight; hot, humid areas; or areas
subject to excessive dust, oily smoke, cigarette smoke
or vibration.

Notes on cleaning

Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.

Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner or
benzine, as they may damage the surface of the
recorder.

Notes on aerials

Image and sound quality depend very much on signal
reception.
Reception may be poor in weak signal areas. In this
event, consult your dealer, or purchase a commercially
available aerial booster. Refer to the booster’s
instruction manual for installation details.

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Notes on recording and editing

Power outage

When you record/edit important content, make trial

operations beforehand to confirm the recorder can
function properly.

Toshiba does not compensate for content which was

not recorded/edited because of some malfunction of
this product or discs during operation, and is not liable
for incidental damages (such as profit loss or
interruption of business, etc.) produced in such
conditions.

When the power plug is disconnected or when a

power failure occurs during any operation of this
product, all contents recorded on the disc may be
erased.

Depending on the channel or programme, an

excessive sound input level may cause noise or cut of
recorded sound. Adjust the recording level when
necessary.

If a programme you have set a timer recording includes

copy restriction signals, it may not be recorded. When
programming a recording, confirm that a programme
you want to record is not copy-restricted.

Exemptions

Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by fires,

natural disaster (such as thunder, earthquake, etc.),
acts by a third parties, accidents, owner’s intentional
or unintentional misuse, or uses in other improper
conditions.

Toshiba is not liable for incidental damages (such as

profit loss or interruption in business, modification or
erasure of recorded data, etc.) caused by use or
inability to use of this product.

Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by

neglect of the instructions described in the owner’s
manual.

Toshiba is not liable for any damage caused by misuse

or malfunction through simultaneous use of this
product and the connected equipment or software that
Toshiba is not concerned with.

Toshiba does not compensate for contents which were

not recorded/edited because of some malfunctions of
this product or discs during operation, and is not liable
for incidental damages (such as profit loss or
interruption in business, etc.) produced by such
conditions.

After a power outage the clock display will flash. Set
the clock to the correct time.

Notes on the unit

Do not give a shock or shake (especially during
operation).
Keep the unit horizontally.
Do not use in a place where the temperature rises or
changes rapidly.
Toshiba is not liable for any damage or loss of
recorded data caused by shock, shakes, misoperation
or malfunction.

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Precautions (Continued)

Notes on moisture condensation

Moisture condensation damages the unit. Please
read the following carefully.

Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you
pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of
water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way,
moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside
this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the unit.

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Moisture condensation occurs during the
following cases.

When you bring the unit directly from a cold place to a
warm place.
When you use the unit in a room where you just
turned on the heater, or a place where the cold wind
from the air conditioner directly hits the unit.
In summer, when you use the unit in a hot and humid
place just after you move the unit from an air
conditioned room.
When you use the unit in a humid place.

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Notes on copyright

It is prohibited by law to copy, broadcast, show,
broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent
copyrighted material without permission.
It is permissible to record television programmes, film,
video tapes and other material only in the event that
third party copyrights and other rights are not violated.
Some DVD video discs are copy protected, and any
recordings made from these discs will be distorted.
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims of
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized
by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
This unit incorporates CPRM (Content Protection for
Recordable Media) technology for copyright protection
in recording devices, authorized by DVD forum.
Recording and copying on this recorder depend on the
contents as described next page.

It’s too

warm!

Do not use the unit when moisture condensation
may occur in the situations above.

If you use the unit in such a situation, it may damage
discs and internal parts. Connect the power cord of
the unit to the wall outlet, turn on the unit, remove the
disc, and leave it for two or three hours. After two or
three hours, the unit will have warmed up and
evaporated any moisture. Keep the unit connected to
the wall outlet and moisture condensation will seldom
occur.

Wait!

Wall outlet

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Programme Recording

Can be
recorded

Copy free

Copy within the same disc

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Can be
copied

DVD-RAM

Manufactured under license from QSound Labs, Inc. U.S.
patent Nos. 5,105,462, 5,208,860 and 5,440,638 and
various foreign counterpart. Copyright QSound Labs, Inc.
1998-2002. QXpander

TM

is a trademark of QSound Labs,

Inc. All rights reserved.

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DVD-RAM

Recording once

permitted

Recording once

permitted

Recording

prohibited

Can be
recorded

Cannot be
recorded

Cannot be
recorded

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

DVD-RAM

DVD-RW

DVD-R

Cannot be
copied

• Regardless of programme content, copies cannot
be made within the same DVD-RW disc or DVD-R
disc.

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Introduction

Installation procedure

Read carefully “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”,

“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and
“Precautions”.

( pages 2 to 9)

Load the batteries in the remote control.
( page 12)

Connect an aerial to the recorder.
( page 14)

Connect a satellite receiver to the recorder.
( pages 18 to 19)

Connect the recorder to a TV.
( pages 14 to 17)

Connect optional equipment to the recorder.
( page 20)

Make the initial settings.
( page 24)

Your recorder is ready. Read the separate
volume “OPERATIONS GUIDE”.

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Introduction

Table of contents

Introduction

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................... 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 4

Precautions........................................................................................................................... 6

Installation procedure........................................................................................................ 10

Preparation of the remote control .................................................................................... 12

Connections

Connecting an aerial and TV ............................................................................................. 14

Connecting to a TV equipped with phono type jacks ..................................................... 16

Connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs ......................................... 17

Connecting a satellite receiver ......................................................................................... 18

Connecting to an audio system ........................................................................................ 20

Basic Setup

Starting up the recorder .................................................................................................... 22

A: Initial settings ................................................................................................................ 24

B: Output sound setting .................................................................................................... 40

C: TV shape setting ............................................................................................................ 42

D: Remote control settings ............................................................................................... 44

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Connections

By using SCART cable .......................................................................................... 18

By using RF coaxial cable ..................................................................................... 19

Basic Setup

1: Time and date setting ........................................................................................ 26

2: Channel setting .................................................................................................. 29

3: Just clock setting ............................................................................................... 35

4: Input signal setting............................................................................................. 37

5: AV1 output setting ............................................................................................. 38

6: AV2 input setting ................................................................................................ 39

Operating a TV with the remote control of this recorder........................................ 44

Operating the second and third TOSHIBA DVD video recorders with

the remote control of this recorder ........................................................................ 46

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Preparation of the remote control

Notes on batteries

Open the cover.

1

Insert batteries (R6 type).

2

Improper use of batteries may cause battery leakage and
corrosion. To operate the remote control correctly, follow the
instructions below.

• Do not insert batteries into the remote control in the wrong
direction.

• Do not charge, heat, open, or short-circuit the batteries. Do
not throw batteries into a fire.

• Do not leave dead or exhausted batteries in the remote
control.

• Do not use different types of batteries together, or mix old
and new batteries.

• If you do not use the remote control for a long period of
time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery corrosion.

• If the remote control does not function correctly or if the
operating range is reduced, replace all batteries with new
ones.

• If battery leakage occurs, wipe the battery liquid from the
battery compartment, then insert new batteries.

Make sure to match the + and – on the
batteries to the marks inside the battery
compartment.

Close the cover.

3

Operating with the remote control

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and
press the buttons.

30°

30°

Within about 7 m

OPEN/CLOSE

ON/STANDBY

1

3

2

456

89

7

+

CLEAR

0

10

INPUT SEL.

TIME SLIP

DVD TV

CH

TV VOL

T.SEARCH

PROGRESSIVE

TOP MENU

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

Distance : About 7 m from the front of the remote

sensor

Angle : About 30° in each direction of the front of

the remote sensor

* Do not expose the remote sensor of the recorder to a

strong light source such as direct sunlight or other
illumination. If you do so, you may not be able to
operate the recorder via the remote control.

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Notes

• Do not drop or give the remote control a shock.

• Do not leave the remote control near an extremely hot or

humid place.

• Do not spill water or put anything wet on the remote control.

• Do not disassemble the remote control.

Connection procedure

1

“Connecting an aerial
and TV” ( page 14)

“Connecting an aerial

2

and TV” ( page 14)

3

“Connect to a TV
equipped with
SCART inputs”
( page 15)

Connections

Connect your recorder to your TV and/or audio system.

Connecting an aerial and TV

Connecting to a TV equipped
with phono type jacks

Connecting to a TV equipped
with component video inputs

Connecting a satellite receiver

Connecting to an audio system

4

“Connecting to an audio
system” ( page 20)

AV amplifier

When you connect a TV equipped with SCART
inputs

Perform steps 1, 2 and 3.

When you connect an audio system

Perform steps 1, 2, 3 and 4.

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Connections

Connecting an aerial and TV

Connect your TV and the aerial to this recorder for recording and to view broadcast programmes on the TV.

Disconnect the aerial cable from your TV, and connect it to the VHF/UHF RF
IN (FROM ANT.) terminal on the recorder.

1

Connect the VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV) terminal to the TV by using the
supplied coaxial cable.

2

VHF/UHF aerial

Aerial cable

To aerial input

2

Coaxial cable (supplied)

For connecting a satellite system, see page 18.

To VHF/UHF RF IN (FROM ANT.)

To VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV)

1

2

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Connect to a TV equipped with SCART inputs.

Connect as below for watching received channels or recorded contents. Watching via the RF OUT terminal

3

is not available.

SCART cable (not supplied)

To AV1(TV)

• The following setting is required according to the TV that
you are connecting. Perform this setting after step 4.

Setting

“AV1 output” on the
“Initial settings” menu.

TV

Normal TV “Video”

page 38

“Audio out select” on the
“Picture/Audio settings”

menu.

page 40

“Analog 2ch”

For connections to TVs with no SCART
inputs, see “Connecting to a TV equipped
with phono type jacks” ( page 16).

• Normal TV

• TV compatible with S video signals

• RGB monitor

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Connections

TV compatible with
S video signals

RGB monitor “RGB”

“S-Video”

“Analog 2ch”

To SCART input

“Analog 2ch”

Connect the power cord of the recorder to a wall outlet.

4

To wall outlet

Notes

• Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well.

• When you connect the recorder to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet before any

connections.

• Connect the recorder directly to your TV. If you connect the recorder via a VTR, TV/VTR combination or video selector, the

playback picture may be distorted due to copy protection.

Plug & Auto Set Up function

This recorder will automatically set itself up when it is plugged
into the mains for the first time.
TV stations will be stored in the recorder’s memory. The process
will finish after a few minutes. Then the date and time are set
automatically from broadcast signal.

Notes

• The display on the recorder shows “Auto” while the Plug & Auto Set
Up function is running.

• TV stations are stored in the range of UHF E21-E69.

• You can only use the ON/STANDBY button and OPEN/CLOSE button

while the Plug & Auto Set Up function is running.

• The automatic setup is cancelled, if you press the ON/STANDBY
button while the Plug & Auto Set Up function is running.

• The Plug & Auto Set Up function may not work, depending on the
radio reception or other conditions. In this case, refer to “Initial
settings” in this Owner’s Manual for the setup.

To use the phono type jacks to connect the TV ( page 16), to use
the component video jacks to connect the TV ( page 17), or to
connect the satellite receiver ( pages 18, 19) complete the
necessary connection before connecting the power cord.

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Connections

Connecting to a TV equipped with phono type jacks

Select the connection type depending on the TV. (Normal TV/TV equipped with an S video input)

Normal TV

To video
input
(yellow)

To S video
input

To audio
input

TV equipped with
an S video input

To audio
input

Video/Audio cable (supplied)

Audio cable (not supplied)

S video cable (not supplied)

To AV OUT AUDIO
(R: red, L: white)

• The following setting is required according to the TV
that you are connecting. Perform this setting after step 4
(

page 15).

Setting

“AV1 output” on the
“Initial settings” menu.

TV

Normal TV No need to set.

page 38

“Audio out select” on the
“Picture/Audio settings”

menu.

page 40

“Analog 2ch”

To AV OUT AUDIO
(R: red, L: white)

To AV OUT VIDEO
(yellow)

To AV OUT S-VIDEO

TV equipped with an
S video input

No need to set.

“Analog 2ch”

Note

• If your television set has one audio input, connect the left and right audio outputs of the recorder to a Y cable adapter (not

supplied) and then connect to your TV.

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Connections

Connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs

If your TV has component video inputs, you can obtain pictures in better quality.

TV or monitor equipped with
component video inputs

To Y video input

To P

B video input

To P R video input

To AV OUT AUDIO
(R: red)

Video cable (not supplied)

To
COMPONENT
OUT P

R

Component video outputs/inputs

Some TVs or monitors are equipped with component
video inputs. Connecting to these inputs allows you to
enjoy higher quality picture playback.
Actual labels for component video inputs may vary
depending on the TV manufacturer. (ex.Y, R-Y, R-B or
Y, C

B, CR)

In some TVs or monitors, the color levels of the
playback picture may be reduced slightly or the tint
may change. In such a case, adjust the TV or monitor
for optimum performance.

To switch the output signal (Progressive/Interlaced)

PROGRESSIVE

Press PROGRESSIVE on the remote
control.
The output signal alternates between
component progressive and component
interlaced.

• When “PSO” is displayed on the front panel
display, the output signal is progressive. When
“PSO” is not displayed, the output signal is
interlace.

To
COMPONENT
OUT P

To
COMPONENT
OUT Y

To AV OUT AUDIO
(L: white)

Audio cable (not supplied)

B

To audio inputs of the amplifier

(white)(red)

• The following setting is required according to the TV
that you are connecting. Perform this setting after step

page 15).

4 (

Setting

TV

TV or monitor
equipped with
component video
inputs

“AV1 output” on the
“Initial settings” menu.

page 38

“Video” or “S-Video”

“Audio out select” on the
“Picture/Audio settings”

menu.

page 40

“Analog 2ch”

• Selecting “RGB” disables signal output from the

COMPONENT OUT (Y, P

B, PR) jacks. If the on-screen

display disappears immediately after you select “RGB”,
you can restore it by connecting the recorder using the
AV OUT VIDEO (yellow) jack.

• If you display the setup menu when the output signal is
progressive, it automatically changes to interlace.
Press PROGRESSIVE again after you exit the menu.

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Connections

Basic Setup

Notes

• Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well.

• When you connect the recorder to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the

wall outlet before any connections.

• If you place the recorder near a tuner or radio, the radio broadcast sound might be distorted. In this event, place the recorder
away from the tuner and radio.

• The output sound of the recorder has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the amplifier’s volume to a moderate listening
level. Otherwise, the speakers and your hearing may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound.

• Turn off the amplifier before you connect or disconnect the recorder’s power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, the
speakers may be damaged.

• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause
artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 625 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user
switch the connection to the “Standard Definition” output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this
model 625p DVD player, please contact our Customer Service Center.

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Connections

Connecting a satellite receiver

You can connect a satellite receiver to this recorder to enjoy watching or recording satellite programmes
through the recorder.

By using SCART cable

If both your TV and satellite receiver have a SCART input, use a SCART cable to connect the recorder.

SCART cable
(not supplied)

VHF/UHF aerial

Satellite receiver

To AV2(EXT)

To AV1(TV)

SCART cable (not supplied)

To SCART input

TV

Notes

• To watch broadcast programmes by using the satellite receiver, use INPUT SEL. button on the remote control and select
“AV2 ” (this is shown on the display on the recorder).

• According to the type of the TV set that you are connecting, set the output for the AV1(TV) socket. ( page 38)

• According to the type of video output signal used for the satellite receiver that you are connecting, set “AV2 input” with “Initial

settings”. ( page 39)

To aerial input

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By using RF coaxial cable

After making this connection, you must allocate a channel on the recorder to receive satellite stations.

Introduction

Satellite receiver

To SCART input

RF IN

RF OUT

SCART cable (not supplied)

Aerial

Connections

To AV1(TV)

Basic Setup

To aerial input

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TV

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Connections

Connecting to an audio system

You can enjoy multichannel surround-sound such as 5.1 channel by connecting to an amplifier
compatible with Dolby Digital and DTS sound.

• For connection to your TV, see pages 14 to 17.

• For details of output sound, see

CAUTION

• When you are connecting (via the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack) an AV decoder that does not have Dolby

Digital, Digital Theater Systems (DTS) or MPEG2 decoding function, be sure to set “Audio out select” to “PCM” from the
on-screen displays ( page 40). Otherwise, high volume sound may damage your hearing as well as the speakers.

• When playing DTS-encoded discs (DVD video discs and audio CDs), excessive noise may be output from the analog

stereo jacks. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, you should take proper precautions when the AV OUT
AUDIO (L/R) jacks of the recorder are connected to an amplification system. To enjoy DTS Digital Surround® playback,
an external 5.1 channel DTS Digital Surround® decoder system must be connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL jack of the recorder.

page 112 in “OPERATIONS GUIDE”.

Amplifier

To COAXIAL
type digital
audio input

To DIGITAL AUDIO

75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied)

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”
and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.

Notes

• DO NOT connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack of the recorder to the AC-3 RF input of a Dolby Digital Receiver.
This input on your A/V Receiver is reserved for Laserdisc use only and is incompatible with the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
COAXIAL jack of the recorder.

• Connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack of the recorder to the “COAXIAL” input of a receiver or processor.

• Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected equipment as well.

• When you connect the recorder to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the

wall outlet before any connections.

• The output sound of the recorder has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the audio amplifier’s volume to a moderate
listening level. Otherwise, the speakers and your hearing may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound.

• Turn off the amplifier before you connect or disconnect the recorder’s power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, the
speakers may be damaged.

• Make the setting on page 40, “Audio out select”.

OUT COAXIAL

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Basic Setup

Read this chapter for necessary settings to get started.
When you use this recorder for the first time, be sure to
perform A to C in this order.
Proceed to D if necessary.

Starting up the recorder

A: Initial settings

1: Time and date setting

2: Channel setting

3: Just clock setting

– Clock set position

setting

4: Input signal setting

5: AV1 output setting

6: AV2 input setting

B: Output sound setting

C: TV shape setting

D: Remote control settings

04_D-R150SB(E)_inst_21-33 05.7.13, 0:23 AM21

Operating a TV with the
remote control of
this recorder

Operating the second and
third TOSHIBA DVD video
recorders with the remote
control of this recorder

Basic Setup

Starting up the recorder

While the icon is flashing, the recorder is checking

After all the necessary connections,

• Turn on the equipment connected to the
recorder.

• Select the corresponding video input on
your TV.

Perform these selections whenever you operate
the recorder.

the status and reading data of the DVD drive for
startup. If the DVD drive does not contain a disc,
the recorder consumes less time to startup,
because it does not need to read data from the
DVD drive.

While the “Loading” icon is flashing, the recorder
cannot respond to any operations. Operate after the
icon has disappeared.

Note

When the recorder is turned on for the first time, the
following menu may be displayed after the “Loading” icon
has disappeared. See “A: Initial settings” ( page 24).

Turning the power on

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

ON/STANDBY button

OPEN/CLOSE

ON/STANDBY

ON/STANDBY button

1

3

2

4

6

5

89

7

+

CLEAR

0

10



DVD TV

TV VOL

INPUT SEL.

CH

TIME SLIP

When the power turns on, the display of the front
panel shows “ON”.
After a few seconds, a startup screen appears.

The following icon will appear on the top right corner
of the screen. The icon will continue flashing
momentarily.

e.g.

Time & date setting

Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto

Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Turning the power off

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

The “Unloading” icon appears on the right corner of
the top of the screen, and the display of the front panel
shows “OFF”. Then the power turns off.

Note

• If the recorder freezes for about 15 minutes and will not
respond to any buttons, holding down ON/STANDBY
button on the front panel for about 10 seconds can force
the recorder to turn off. However, this is an emergency
measure, which contains a risk of damage to data or discs.
Avoid casual use of this measure.

e.g.

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Loading

Startup/finishing (closing) icons

These icons are displayed on the right corner on the
top of the screen. While they are flashing, the recorder
is operating as follows:

Startup, reading a disc, finishing

Loading

recording

Introduction

Un
loading

Open

Close

Unloading a disc, finishing the recorder’s
operation

Opening a disc tray

Connections

Closing a disc tray

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23

Basic Setup

A: Initial settings

This step sets the recorder’s clock and tuner to record broadcasting TV programmes.
If there are discrepancies in the recorder’s time display or changes made to receivable TV stations, you
should make this setting again.

OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

INSTANT

TV VOL

STOP

REV

PAUSE

REPLAY

QUICK

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

CH

PLAY

Start

ADJUST

ENTER

ON/STANDBY

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

FWD

EASY

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

CHP DIVIDE

If the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY NAVI and

1

select “Setup” using

/ / / , then press ENTER to

display the menu.

Press / to select “Initial settings”, then
press ENTER.

2

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting

Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto

Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Press / to select the setting to be adjusted,
then press ENTER.

3

The submenu appears.

ENTER

e.g. When “Time & date setting” is selected:

e.g.

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Auto

Manual

DISPLAY

REC

TV/DVR

REC MODE

SUBTITLE

ZOOM ANGLE

AUDIO

When the recorder is operated for the first time, input
settings in the following order.

1: Time & date setting
2: Channel setting
3: Just clock setting

page 26

page 29

page 35

Clock set position setting
4: Input signal setting
5: AV1 output setting
6: AV2 input setting

• If you display the setup menu when the output signal is progressive, it
automatically changes to interlace. Press PROGRESSIVE again after you exit
the menu. page 17

Notes

• To go back to the previous menu, press button.

• To exit the menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

• If you exit the “Initial settings” menu when the clock and channels are not set, a menu may automatically appear to remind

you to set them each time you turn on the recorder. Once you complete this process, the menu reminder will not appear
again.

• When the power goes down or the power cord is unplugged, the clock data, channel data and timer programmes may be
deleted. In this case, set up these items again.

page 37

page 38

page 39

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Tip on setting

The recorder provides you with a variety of GUI
(Graphical User Interface) displays to perform key
operations including customizing of setting, playback
or recording.
Refer to the guide on the bottom on each GUI for
further programming related informations.

e.g.

If a message appears

The recorder may display a message. Each message
varies according to operational status.
To respond, follow the below examples.

Message

e.g.

Introduction

Time & date setting

Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Direction buttons

O button

ENTER button

SETUP

EASY NAVI button

Initial settings

Auto

Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Operation guide

ExitSelect SetReturn

SETUP

FunctionExample of the icon

To select an item.

To return to the previous
page.

To enter (confirm) a
selected item or setting.

To display/exit a setting
menu.

e.g.

e.g.

message

No

OK

Yes

2 selections

message

OK

1 selection

message

OK

Set

Select either response (by
highlighting in green) using the

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

Read the message, then press
ENTER button.
The message disappears.

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e.g.

The message disappears
automatically in a few seconds.

message

No selection

25

Basic Setup

A: Initial settings (Continued)

1: Time and date setting

Set the recorder’s clock. If it is not set correctly, the recorder cannot perform operations other than playback.

OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

INSTANT

TV VOL

REV

PAUSE

REPLAY

QUICK

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

STOP

PLAY

Start

ADJUST

ENTER

ON/STANDBY

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

CH

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

EASY

CHP DIVIDE

FWD

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

If the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY NAVI and

1

select “Setup” using / / / , then press ENTER to
display the menu.

Press / to select “Initial settings”, then press ENTER.

2

Press / to select “Time & date setting”,
then press ENTER.

3

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Auto

Manual

Press / to select “Auto” or “Manual”, then
press ENTER.

4

Auto : You can be free of entering each value.

ENTER

Proceed to the next page.
(This function will not work correctly unless the
“Clock set position” is set correctly.

36)

Page

DISPLAY

REC

REC MODE

ZOOM ANGLE

TV/DVR

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SUBTITLE

AUDIO

Manual : You can set the clock manually. See “Manual

Select “Manual” to set the clock if not set correctly by
“Auto”.

clock setting”

page 28

Auto (Auto clock setting)

When you select “Auto” and press ENTER button at step 4, the Auto
clock setting function starts.

e.g.

Auto Time & Date Scanning.

• When the setting is complete, the “Initial settings”
menu returns.

(Continued)

Note

• The Auto clock setting function may not work, depending on the radio reception or other conditions. If the Auto clock setting
function does not work successfully, use the “Manual” clock setting menu to enter the time and date.

• This function does not work when the channel setting is not complete or the channel at position 1 does not have the clock
information. ( page 31)

Introduction

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27

Basic Setup

A: Initial settings (Continued)

OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

INSTANT

TV VOL

REV

PAUSE

REPLAY

QUICK

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

STOP

PLAY

ADJUST

ENTER

ON/STANDBY

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

CH

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

EASY

CHP DIVIDE

FWD

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

Manual (Manual clock setting)

Select “Manual”, then press ENTER at step 4 page 26.

e.g.

Manual clock set

Year

2005

Date Time

41

21 (Th) 3016 :

/

Press / and ADJUST (– / +) to set the clock.

5

/ buttons:

To select “Year”, “Date”, “Time”.

ENTER

ADJUST

ADJUST (– / +) buttons:

To change the data.
(

/ buttons can also be used in addition to the

ADJUST(– / +) buttons.)

After setting all the items, press ENTER.

6

The following message appears.

DISPLAY

REC

TV/DVR

REC MODE

ZOOM ANGLE

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

ENTER

Set date and time?

Yes No

Press / to select “Yes ”, then press ENTER.

7

The “Initial settings” menu returns.

ENTER

Notes

• This recorder is provided with a calendar extending to 2069. (However, this does not mean that the recorder is supported to

2069.)

• To go back to the previous menu, press button.

• To exit the menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

“1: Time and date setting” is complete. Go to “2: Channel setting”. ( page 29)

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2: Channel setting

This recorder contains a built-in tuner used to receive television broadcasts.
You must preset the stations received through the tuner.

Introduction

OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

REV

PAUSE

INSTANT

REPLAY

QUICK

TV VOL

STOP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

CH

PLAY

Start

ADJUST

ENTER

ON/STANDBY

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

FWD

EASY

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

CHP DIVIDE

If the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY NAVI and

1

select “Setup” using / / / , then press ENTER to
display the menu.

Press / to select “Initial settings”, then press ENTER.

2

Press / to select “Channel setting”, then
press ENTER.

3

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Auto

Manual

Press / to select “Auto” or “Manual”, then
press ENTER.

4

Auto : Automatically presets the receiving channels of

ENTER

UHF E21-E69.

Manual

: Manually sets the receiving channel and

channel skip.

page 30

page 31

Connections

Basic Setup

DISPLAY

REC

REC MODE

TV/DVR

04_D-R150SB(E)_inst_21-33 05.7.13, 0:23 AM29

SUBTITLE

ZOOM ANGLE

AUDIO

Select “Manual” to set the channel if not set
correctly by “Auto”.

(Continued)

29

Basic Setup

A: Initial settings (Continued)

Auto (Auto channel setting)

When you select “Auto” and press ENTER at
step 4, the Auto channel setting function

5

automatically starts.

e.g.

Auto Scan TV 24 CH

Cancel

• The previous screen is displayed when the Auto
channel setting is completed.

• To cancel the Auto channel setting function while it is
running, press ENTER button while “Cancel” is
highlighted.

• The Auto channel setting function may not work,
depending on the radio reception or other conditions. If
the Auto channel setting function does not work
successfully, use the “Manual” channel setting menu to
enter the channel information.

30

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OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

2

5

ON/STANDBY

3

6

Manual (Manual channel setting)

Select “Manual”, then press ENTER at step 4.

page 29)

(

5

The setting screen appears.

e.g.

Introduction

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

REV

PAUSE

INSTANT

REPLAY

QUICK

DISPLAY

REC

TV/DVR

89

0

DVD TV

TV VOL

STOP

ADJUST

ENTER

REC MODE

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

CH

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

PLAY

FWD

EASY

INSTANT
SKIP

CHP DIVIDE

SUBTITLE

ZOOM ANGLE

AUDIO

NAVI

Manual 1/20

Tuning range
number

2-25

Channel number

Position Home CH

1 BBC1
2
3
4
5

Select

Station Skip

22

BBC2

28

I TV

2-25

CH4

3-32

CH5

37

O

OO

Set

FRAME/ADJUSTFRAME/ADJUST

Return Clear

Off
Off
Off
Off
On

Adjust

Press / to move the cursor to the receiving
channel (“Home CH”) of a position (“Position”)

6

where you want to set the channel.

e.g.

ENTER

Manual 2/20

Position Home CH

6 - - ­7
8
9

10

- - -

- - -

- - -

- - -

- - -

Station Skip

- - -

- - -

- - -

- - -

On
On
On
On

- - -

Press PAUSE and select the tuning range
number for the receiving channel.

7

See the table below to obtain the tuning range number.

PAUSE

MFT

MFT

- - -

0
0
0
0
0

0
0
0
0

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Tuning range number

1

– (No display)

2
3

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CATV (IRELAND)

CATV (CCIR)

Band

VHF
UHF

CATV

(Continued)

TV channel number
A – J (1 – 10), 11, 13, E2 – E12 (82 – 92)
E21 – E69 (21 – 69)
X, Y, Z (71, 72, 73)
1 – 53 (48MHz to 464MHz, 8MHz steps)
S1 – S41 (1 – 41)

31

Basic Setup

A: Initial settings (Continued)

OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

REV

PAUSE

REPLAY

QUICK

DISPLAY

REC

TV/DVR

TV VOL

STOP

REC MODE

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

INSTANT

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

CH

PLAY

ADJUST

ENTER

ZOOM ANGLE

ON/STANDBY

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

FWD

EASY

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

CHP DIVIDE

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

Press ADJUST (– / +) to set the receiving
channel.

8

• Press SKIP FWD or SKIP REV to search the station

ADJUST

that you want to receive.

Press / to move the cursor to “Station”.

9

e.g.

ENTER

Manual 1/20

Position Home CH

1 BBC1
2
3
4
5

2-25
3-32

22
28

37

Station Skip

BBC2

I TV
CH4
CH5

Off
Off
Off
Off
On

Press ADJUST (– / +) to select a station name.

10

Every time you press ADJUST (– / +) button, the name

ADJUST

changes.

BBC1 → BBC2 → ITV → CH4 → CH5 → STB → - - -

→

STB (Set Top Box):

Set this when you have the satellite receiver
connected through RF cable. (

page 19)
To set the recorder to receive broadcasts via the
connected satellite receiver, select position 6 of
“Position” at step 6.

MFT

0
0
0
0
0

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You can enter a name in “Station”. While selecting
“Station”, press

/ buttons to select a character from 0-9,

Press
A-Z, -/+ and space. To shift to the next, press

button. An input window appears.

/

buttons. When complete, press button.

OPEN/CLOSE

ON/STANDBY

Press / to move the cursor to “Skip” and
press ADJUST (– / +) to set “On/Off”.

11

Introduction

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

REV

PAUSE

INSTANT

REPLAY

QUICK

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

TV VOL

STOP

ADJUST

ENTER

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

CH

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

PLAY

CHP DIVIDE

FWD

EASY

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

Unused channels are not displayed when you select a

ENTER

channel with CH

On : Skips this channel.

Off : Does not skip.

ADJUST

/ button.

Press / to move the cursor to “MFT” and
press ADJUST (– / +) to adjust the receiving

12

condition.

Make an adjustment for a channel when the radio signal

ENTER

ADJUST

is weak or when the reception is disturbed with other
radio signals. When this is adjusted, you may get better
image and sound.

Set other receiving channels.

13

Repeat steps 5 to 12.

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DISPLAY

REC

REC MODE

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SUBTITLE

ZOOM ANGLE

AUDIO

When you have finished setting the receiving
channels, press ENTER.

14

Read the message, and press / buttons to select

ENTER

“Ye s ”, then press ENTER button.
The selected receiving channels are set and you will go
back to the “Initial settings” menu.

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

• To exit the menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

33

Basic Setup

A: Initial settings (Continued)

Changing the preset station table

You can rearrange the preset TV stations according to
your own preferences position number assigned to the
station.
example: Swapping Position 1 and Position 4.

e.g.

Manual 1/20

Position Home CH

1 BBC1

22

2

28

3

2-25

4

3-32

5

37

Station Skip

BBC2

I TV
CH4
CH5

MFT

0

Off

0

Off

0

Off

0

Off

0

On

1) On the manual channel setting screen, press
/ to select the source position (e.g., Position

1) and press

.

The line for the selected position is highlighted.

2) Press

Position 4) and press

3) Read the message, and press

/ to select the target position (e.g.,

.

/ to select

“Yes ”, then press ENTER.

The channel in Position 1 and the channel in
Position 4 are swapped.

“2: Channel setting” is complete. Go to “3: Just clock setting”. ( page 35)

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3: Just clock setting

While the recorder’s power is off (in the standby mode), the clock is automatically corrected every 30 minutes
between 1:30 and 22:30 using the PDC clock data sent from BBC1.

Introduction

OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

INSTANT

TV VOL

STOP

REV

PAUSE

REPLAY

QUICK

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

CH

PLAY

Start

ADJUST

ENTER

ON/STANDBY

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

FWD

EASY

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

CHP DIVIDE

If the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY NAVI and

1

select “Setup” using / / / , then press ENTER to
display the menu.

Press / to select “Initial settings”, then press ENTER.

2

Press / to select “Just clock”, then press
ENTER.

3

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Off

On

Press / to select “On” or “Off”, then press
ENTER.

4

Off : This feature is disabled. Go to step 6.

ENTER

On : The clock is automatically corrected according to

the PDC clock data broadcast. The daylight saving
time can also be adjusted. Go to step 5.

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DISPLAY

REC

REC MODE

TV/DVR

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SUBTITLE

ZOOM ANGLE

AUDIO

35

Basic Setup

A: Initial settings (Continued)

OPEN/CLOSE

1

4

7

+

10

TIME SLIP

T.SEARCH

TOP MENU

INSTANT

TV VOL

STOP

REV

PAUSE

REPLAY

QUICK

2

5

89

0

DVD TV

CH

PLAY

ADJUST

ENTER

ON/STANDBY

3

6

CLEAR



INPUT SEL.

PROGRESSIVE

MENU

SKIP FWDSKIP REV

FWD

EASY

NAVI

INSTANT
SKIP

CHP DIVIDE

Press / to select “Clock set position”, then
press ENTER.

5

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Press / to enter the channel position
receiving BBC1.

6

For this example, BBC1 is set at position 1.

ENTER

Press ENTER.

7

• To exit the menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

ENTER

1

DISPLAY

REC

REC MODE

TV/DVR

Notes

• This function may not work correctly depending on the signal condition. In this case, select “Off” to disable this function.

• This function will not work correctly unless the “Clock set position” is set correctly.

• This function will not work if there is recording programmed to begin or end within 1 hour and 15 minutes.

• Clock adjusting process will be stopped if the recorder’s power turns on while it is in progress.

• This function will not work if the clock is ahead or behind by more than 1 hour and 15 minutes.

SUBTITLE

ZOOM ANGLE

AUDIO

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4: Input signal setting

Make a selection according to the video system of receiving broadcasts or recording sources from the input sockets.

Introduction

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If the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY NAVI and

1

select “Setup” using / / / , then press ENTER to
display the menu.

Press / to select “Initial settings”, then press ENTER.

2

Press / to select “Input signal”, then press
ENTER.

3

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position

Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

PAL

SECAM

Auto

Press / to select the video input signal
type, then press ENTER.

4

PA L : Select when viewing and/or recording PAL

ENTER

signals broadcasted mainly in England.
Additionally select when recording PAL
signals from the AV1(TV) socket, the
AV2(EXT) socket, or the LINE jacks on the
front panel.

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SECAM : Select when recording SECAM signals from

the AV1(TV) socket, the AV2(EXT) socket, or
the LINE jacks on the front panel.

Auto : The recorder automatically identifies PAL or

SECAM video system of receiving broadcasts
or recording sources. Some signal conditions
of the broadcasts or the sources may prevent
correct detection. In this case, select “PA L” or
“SECAM” according to the broadcast or the
source.

• To exit the menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

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A: Initial settings (Continued)

5: AV1 output setting

Select the video output type corresponding to your TV system. Be sure to make this setting if the recorder is
connected to your TV via the AV1(TV) socket using a SCART cable.

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If the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY NAVI and

1

select “Setup” using / / / , then press ENTER to
display the menu.

Press / to select “Initial settings”, then press ENTER.

2

Press / to select “AV1 output”, then press
ENTER.

3

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Video

S-Video

RGB

Press / to select the video output type
corresponding to your TV system, then press

4

ENTER.

Video : Select when connected to a normal TV.

page 16)

ENTER

S-Video : Select when connected to a TV compatible

RGB : Select when connected to an RGB monitor.

• To exit the menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

(

with S video signals. (

(

page 17)

page 16)

Note

• If the on-screen display disappears immediately after you select “RGB”, you can restore it by connecting the recorder using
the AV OUT VIDEO (yellow) jack.

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6: AV2 input setting

You can connect a satellite receiver or other equipment to the AV2(EXT) socket on the rear panel of this recorder.
You need to select the type of video signals of the connected equipment. (

page 18)

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If the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY NAVI and

1

select “Setup” using / / / , then press ENTER to
display the menu.

Press / to select “Initial settings”, then press ENTER.

2

Press / to select “AV2 input”, then press
ENTER.

3

e.g.

ENTER

Time & date setting
Channel setting
Input signal
AV1 output
AV2 input
Clock set position
Just clock

Initial settings

Auto
Auto
PAL
Video
Video
1
On

Video

S-Video

Press / to select the type of video signals
of the connected equipment, and press

4

ENTER.

Video : Select this when the type of video signals of

ENTER

S-Video : Select this when the type of video signals of

the connected equipment is standard.

the connected equipment is S video.

Connections

Basic Setup

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• To exit the menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

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B: Output sound setting

Select the output sound setting corresponding to the connected TV or audio system.

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While displaying the setup menu, press to
shift the cursor to the icon area.

1

When the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY
NAVI button and select “Setup” using
buttons, then press ENTER button.

Press / to select “Picture/Audio settings”,
then press ENTER.

2

e.g.

ENTER

Picture/Audio settings

PAL / Auto

Custom picture select
Custom picture setting
Progressive conversion
Play DNR
Audio out select
Virtual surround
NICAM

PAL

Normal

Auto

Bitstream
Off
Off

Press / to select “Audio out select”, then
press ENTER.

3

e.g.

ENTER

Picture/Audio settings

PAL / Auto
Custom picture select
Custom picture setting
Progressive conversion
Play DNR
Audio out select
Virtual surround
NICAM

PAL
Normal

Auto

Bitstream
Off
Off

/ / /

Bitstream

Analog 2ch

PCM

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Press / to select the output sound format.

4

Bitstream:

ENTER

Select when connected to an amplifier equipped with a
Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1 and MPEG2 decoder. (
page 20)

COAXIAL

Amplifier

The recorder outputs digital audio signals in the
bitstream format when you play a DVD video disc
recorded on the Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1 and
MPEG2 recording system.

Analog 2ch:

Select when connected to a TV or audio system via the
analog audio jacks. (

AUDIO
INPUT

R

L

PCM:

Select when connected to a 2 channel digital stereo
system. (

page 20)

pages 16, 17)

TV

Introduction

Connections

Basic Setup

COAXIAL

Amplifier

The recorder outputs sounds in the PCM 2ch format
when you play a disc recorded on the Dolby Digital,
MPEG1 and MPEG2 recording system.

Once the proper setting is selected, press
ENTER.

5

The submenu disappears.

ENTER

“B: Output sound setting” is complete. Go to “C: TV shape setting”. ( page 42)

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To exit the setting menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

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C: TV shape setting

Select the picture shape according to the aspect ratio of your TV.

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While displaying the setup menu, press to
shift the cursor to the icon area.

1

When the setup menu is not displayed, press EASY
NAVI button and select “Setup” using
buttons, then press ENTER button.

Press / to select “Display settings”, then
press ENTER.

2

e.g.

ENTER

TV shape

Screen protector

Display settings

4:3LB

On

Press / to select “TV shape”, then press
ENTER.

3

e.g.

/ / /

QUICK

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ENTER

TV shape
Screen protector

Display settings

4:3LB
On

4:3LB

4:3 normal

16:9 wide

16:9 shrink

Press / to select the picture shape.

4

4:3 LB:

ENTER

Select when a standard 4:3 TV is
connected.
Displays theatrical images with
masking bars above and below the
picture.

4:3 normal:

Select when a standard 4:3 TV is
connected.
Displays theatrical images cropped
to fill your TV screen. Either or both
sides of the picture are cut off.

16:9 wide:

Select when a 16:9 wide TV is
connected.

16:9 shrink:

Select when a 16:9 wide TV is
connected.
When a 4:3 aspect ratio image has
been elongated to 16:9 wide picture
size, use this setting.
Masking bars to the right and left
appears.

Introduction

Connections

Basic Setup

Once the proper setting is selected, press
ENTER.

5

The submenu disappears.

ENTER

Notes

• Actual picture shape may depend on signal type of broadcast or input source, or settings on the connected TV. Refer to the
owner’s manual of the TV.

• When a DVD video disc has a par ticular available picture shape, the contents may not be compatible with other picture
shape.

“C: TV shape setting” is complete. Go to “D: Remote control settings”. ( page 44)

To exit the setting menu, press EASY NAVI button twice.

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QUICK

D: Remote control settings

Perform this step according to your preference and usage.

Operating a TV with the remote control of this recorder

The remote control of this recorder has a function to operate a TV.

Preparation: Entering a brand code into the remote control

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While holding QUICK, press the number
buttons to enter a corresponding brand code

1

(see the next page) of your TV.

e.g. To enter 0071

QUICK

0 0

Hold down.

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Operating the remote control

Point the remote control into which you have entered the brand code, to your TV, and first press TV button then press
the following buttons.

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ON/STANDBY : To turn on and off the TV

INPUT SEL. : To change the video input

CH : To select the TV channel

TV VOL : To adjust the volume

MENU

Brand code table

Brand name Brand code Brand name Brand code

TOSHIBA 2581 2601 3281 3771 3491
AIWA 3241
AKAI 2671 3091
BAIRD 3061 3211
BANG &OLUFSEN 2621
BEKO 2941 3331
BLAUPUNKT 2711 2801
BRIONVEGA 2621 3121
BUSH 2541 2681 2691 2751 2781

2851 2861 2881 3081 3131

3201 3291
CROWN 2541 2871 2921
DAEWOO 2541 2881 3221 3271
DECCA 2611
FERGUSON 2761 2841 3061 3351
FINLUX 2601 2611 2621 3071
FISHER 2671 2981 3181
FUNAI 2731 2781
GEC 2591 2611 3211
GOLDSTAR 3131
GOODMANS 2611 2691 2861 2881 3061

3221
GRANADA 2611 2671 3091 3111 3131
GRUNDIG 2601 2701 3151 3441
HINARI 2541 2681 2691 2901
HITACHI 2591 3021 3031 3041 3071

3081 3101 3131 3191 3211

3301 3471 3671 3511 3501

3701
INNO HIT 2611
ITT 3021 3071 3091 3181 3191

3211
JVC 2861 3361 3591
LUXOR 2701 3081 3101 3131
MARANTZ 2991
MATSUI 2541 2581 2611 2651 2671

2691 2781 2851 2861 3131

3151 3181
METZ 2621
MITSUBISHI 2621 2701 2961 3371
NATIONAL 2701

NOKIA 3191
OCEANIC 3021 3071
ORION 2691 2781 2851 3181 3381
PANASONIC 2701 2711 2741 3001 3021

3071 3211 3251 3551 3761

3531
PHILCO 2621 3201
PHILIPS 2561 2571 2591 2621 2811

2821 2881 2991 3461 3581

3731
PIONEER 2761 3021 3481 3681
SABA 2621 2761 2791 2841 3021

3031 3041 3061 3071 3171

3211 3321
SAISHO 2541 2651 2691 2731 3141

3181
SALORA 3021 3081 3101 3111 3131

3191
SAMSUNG 2541 2631 2731 2991 3161

3231 3521 3711 3721 3541
SANYO 2611 2671 3391
SCHNEIDER 2571 2681 2811 2861 3181
SEG 2731 3051 3201
SELECO 2661 2721 3021 3121
SHARP 2641 3401 3631 3611 3781

3791 3801 3811 3821 3831
SIEMENS 3071
SINGER 2621
SINUDYNE 2551 2621 2651 2691 3011

3051 3071 3181
SONY 2551 2951 3621 3641 3651
TECHNICS 2711 3001
TELEFUNKEN 2841 3061 3171 3421
TENSAI 2681 2781
THOMSON 2701 2761 2791 2831 3031

3041 3061 3081 3171 3431

3601
THORN 2581 2611 2951 2961 3061

3221
UNIVERSUM 2731 3201
ZANUSSI 2661 3131

Introduction

Connections

Basic Setup

Notes

• TOSHIBA code is factory set.

• Some brands have several codes. Try one by one until the remote control can operate your TV.

• Depending on the TV, the remote control may not operate at all or some of the buttons may not work.

• When replacing the batteries of the remote control, re-enter the brand code of your TV.

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D: Remote control settings (Continued)

Operating the second and third TOSHIBA DVD video recorders with the remote control of this recorder

Switches the codes to operate the recorder.
If you use the second and third TOSHIBA DVD video recorders, set the different remote codes for each recorder to
avoid confusion in the response of the recorders.

Example: Setting this recorder’s remote control mode to DR 2, after another DVD recorder has been set to

DR 1.

(It is necessary to set the remote control mode on both the recorder and the remote control.)

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Setting up the recorder

Press EASY NAVI.

1

EASY

NAVI

Press / / / to select “Setup”, then press
ENTER.

2

ENTER

Press / to select “Operational settings”,
then press ENTER.

3

ENTER

EASY NAVI Main Menu appears.

The setup menu appears.

QUICK

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Press / to select “IR code”, then press
ENTER.

4

e.g.

ENTER

IR code

Instant skip interval
Instant replay interval
Title thumbnail point
Title playback
Still group interval
Priority contents

Operational settings

DR 1

30
10
35
Title resume

3 sec.

Photo

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Press / to select “DR 2” (example), then
press ENTER.

5

The submenu disappears.

ENTER

By pressing ENTER button, the selected command mode
is set in the recorder. Operation may not be possible
temporarily until you set the corresponding mode in the
remote control itself. Proceed to the next setting

Setting up the remote control

While pressing , press 2 (example).

Introduction

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TOP MENU

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DISPLAY

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TV/DVR

Notes

• If the recorder’s mode and the remote control’s mode are different, the recorder’s mode (DR 1, DR 2 or DR 3) appears in the
display of the front panel.

• When the batteries of the remote control are replaced or when the time indicator of the front panel flashes, check the remote
control modes of both the recorder and the remote control, and re-programme if necessary.

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The remote control mode is set to “DR 2”.

Select the same mode that you have set to the recorder.

Mode setting

Mode

2

DR 1

DR 2

DR 3

DR 1

DR 2
DR 3

DR 1

DR 2

DR 3

DR 1
DR 2

DR 3

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Disabling the remote control for a temporary period

You can temporarily disable the reception of the remote control signals at the recorder, when the selection of DR 1,
DR 2 and DR 3 is not sufficient while you are using several Toshiba DVD video recorders.

Press CH buttons on the recorder at the same time for three seconds or more.

The recorder display shows “dR-OF”, indicating that the remote control is disabled.
To enable the remote control, perform the same step again. (The display shows “dR-1”, “dR-2” or “dR-3” depending
on your setting.)

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