Toshiba D-R5SU Owner’s Manual

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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, pleaseread this instruction booklet carefully and completely.

Accessories

Read carefully "SAFETY PRECAUTIONS",

"IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" and "Precautions".

(_ pages 4 to 9)

Check the supplied accessories. (See right)

Load the batteries in the remote control.

(_ page 19)

Connect an antenna to the recorder. (_ page 25)

Connect a cable box or satellite system to the recorder,

(_ pages 27 to 29)

Remote control Batteries (AA) x 2

RF cable

Video/audio cable

• Owner's manual

• Quick Setup Guide

Connect the recorder to a TV. (_ pages 26 to 30,32)

Connect optional equipment to the recorder. (_ page 33)

Make the initial settings. (_ page 45)

Your recorder is ready. Read "Recording" section of this manual.

Introduction

Installation Procedure ................................................... 2

Table of Contents ........................................................... 3

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................ 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INTRODUCTIONS ...................... 6

Precautions ..................................................................... 8

Notes on handling ...................................................................... 8

When not in use ......................................................................... 8

Notes on placement ................................................................... 8

Notes on cleaning ...................................................................... 8

Notes on antennas .................................................................... 8

Notes on recording and editing ................................................. 8

Power Outage ............................................................................ 8

Notes on the unit ........................................................................ 8

Notes on moisture condensation ............................................... 9

About This Product ....................................................... 10

Some differences ..................................................................... 10

Playback Restrictions .............................................................. 10

Recording Restrictions and Copyright ..................................... 10

Compatibility ............................................................................ 10

Choosing a disc ............................................................ 11

On DVD-RAM discs ................................................................. 13

On DVD-R discs ...................................................................... 14

On DVD-RW discs ................................................................... 14

Marks on DVD video discs ...................................................... 14

Structure of disc contents ........................................................ 15

On handling discs .................................................................... 15

On cleaning discs .................................................................... 15

On storing discs ....................................................................... 15

Discs andpurposes ................................................................. 16

Index to parts and controls .......................................... 17

Remote control ........................................................................ 17

Preparation of the remote control ............................................ 19

Display ..................................................................................... 20

Front panel .............................................................................. 21

Rear panel ............................................................................... 22

Before operating this recorder ................................................. 23

Connections

Connecting an antenna and TV ................................... 25

Connecting to cable TV signal .................................... 27

Connecting to a satellite system ................................ 29

Connecting to a TV with the HDMI terminal ............... 30

About HDMI TM........................................................................... 30

Setting the output resolution for the HDMr Moutput that best

matches your TV's capabilities ................................................. 31

Audio setting for the HDMI T''connection ................................... 31

Connecting to a TV equipped with component video

inputs ............................................................................ 32

Connecting to an audio system .................................. 33

Quick Start Guide

Power up ....................................................................... 34

Plugging In and Power On ...................................................... 34

Time and Date Settings ........................................................... 34

Channels Setup ....................................................................... 34

Auto Scanning Channels ......................................................... 34

Restore Defaults ...................................................................... 34

Switching to TV Mode .............................................................. 34

Playback

Disc Playback ............................................................... 35

Inserting a Disc ........................................................................ 35

Starting, Stopping and Pausing Playback ............................... 35

Fast Forward / Reverse Scanning ........................................... 35

Skipping to the Next / Previous Chapter or Track .................... 35

Slow Motion Playback .............................................................. 35

Frame-By-Frame Step Playback .............................................. 35

Advanced Playback Functions ................................... 36

ZOOM Playback ...................................................................... 36

Instant Replay .......................................................................... 36

Instant Skip .............................................................................. 36

Multi-Angle Function ................................................................ 36

Changing the Auto Track ......................................................... 36

Subtitles ................................................................................... 36

Displaying Playback Session Information ................................ 36

Jumping and Repeat Playback ................................... 37

Jumping to a Title, Chapter/Track or Time Point ..................... 37

Repeat Playback ..................................................................... 37

A-B Repeat .................................................................................... 37

TIMESLIP (Chase Play) ........................................................... 37

Viewing JPEG/Play Audio CDIMP31WMA/DivX ¢ ......... 38

JPEG Images, Slide shows and Rotation ..................................... 38

MP3/WMA file Playback ................................................................ 39

DivX¢File Playback ....................................................................... 39

Recording

Recording-Rear Input Connections ........................... 40

Selecting an Input Source ............................................................. 40

Recording-Front Input Connections ........................... 41

Controlling a DV Camcorder .......................................................... 41

Making a Recording ....................................................................... 41

Stopping a Recording .................................................................... 4!

Pausing and Resume Recording ................................................... 41

Specifying the Recording Time ...................................................... 41

Finalize ........................................................................................... 41

Using DISPLAY to View Recording Options .................................. 4!

Playing and Editing Your Recordings ........................ 42

The Title Screen ............................................................................ 42

Playing a Title ................................................................................ 42

Playing a Chapter .......................................................................... 42

Renaming a Title ........................................................................... 42

Delete a Title ................................................................................. 42

Renaming a Disc ........................................................................... 42

On-Screen Keyboard &

Scheduled Recordings ................................................ 43

About On-Screen Keyboard .......................................................... 43

Using the On-Screen Keyboard .................................................... 43

Deleting Characters ...................................................................... 43

Saving Your Changes ................................................................... 43

Scheduled Recordings .................................................................. 43

Scheduled a Recording ................................................................. 43

Scheduled Time Recordings ....................................... 44

Setting Starting and Ending Times ................................................ 44

Setting the Source ......................................................................... 44

Setting the Recurrence .................................................................. 44

Setting the Quality Mode ............................................................... 44

Saving the Schedule ...................................................................... 44

Editing a Saved Schedule .............................................................. 44

Suspending / Activating a Schedule .............................................. 44

Deleting a Saved Schedule ........................................................... 44

Setup Menu

General .......................................................................... 45

About the SETUP MENU .............................................................. 45

Using the SETUP MENU .............................................................. 45

Language ...................................................................................... 45

Rating ............................................................................................ 46

Clock ............................................................................................. 46

Disc ............................................................................................... 47

Version .......................................................................................... 48

DivX(R) ......................................................................................... 48

Restore .......................................................................................... 48

Other ............................................................................................. 48

A/V Output .................................................................... 48

Video ............................................................................................. 48

Picture ........................................................................................... 48

Audio ............................................................................................. 49

TV Channel ................................................................... 50

Schedule ....................................................................... 50

Recording ..................................................................... 51

Other ............................................................................. 52

Help ............................................................................... 52

Others

Before calling service personnel ................................ 53

Power ............................................................................................ 53

Connection to your TV ................................................................... 53

TV reception .................................................................................. 53

Playback ........................................................................................ 53

Recording ...................................................................................... 54

Program ........................................................................................ 54

Remote control .............................................................................. 53

Clock ............................................................................................. 54

Specification ................................................................ 55

Limited Warranty ......................................................... 56

CAUTION

ATTENTION

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilat- eral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclo- sure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER(ORBACK).NOUSERSERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.

WARNING:

CAUTION:

ATTENTION:

CAUTION:

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.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY

INSERT.

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.

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 - see service procedure.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is in- tended to alert the user to the presence of important operat- ing and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

The symbol for CLASS II (Double Insulation)

FCC NOTICE:

WARNING:

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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rule. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interference to radio

communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications made to this equipment, not expressly approved by Toshiba, or parties authorized by Toshiba, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ( Continued )

Note to cable system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the cable system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides

guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

The instructions shall state that an ALL-POLE MAINS SWITCH with a contact separation of at least 3 mm in each

pole shall be incorporated in the electrical installationof the building. CAUTION:

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.

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.

Location of the required label

PRODUCTISCERTIFIEDBYTHE MANUFACTURERTO COMPLY

WITH DNHS RULE 21 CFR

SUBCHAPTERJ IN EFFECTAT DATEOF MANUFACTURE.

TOSHIBA CORPORAT|ON

1-1 ,SHIBAURA 1-CHOME,MINATO-KU,

TOKYO 105-8001 ,JAPAN

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Be aware that this equipment is still powered even after the ON/STANDBY indicator turns off (standby mode) by pressing the ON/STANDBY button. To disconnect this equipment completely from the mains power, pullout the power plug from the wall outlet.

WARNING: HANDLING THE CORD ON THIS PRODUCT OR CORDS ASSOCIATED WITH

ACCESSORIES SOLD WITH THIS PRODUCT, WILL EXPOSE YOU TO LEAD, A CHEMICAL KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS

OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM, WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING,

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1. Read these instructions. 9.

2. Keep these instructions.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the

other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or

the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,

consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

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

the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by

the manufacturer.

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or

table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution

when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

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

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

heat.

14. 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 apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( Continued )

ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15. Do not overload walt outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

16. Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or

splashing and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus.

17. Keep fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is

closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious

personal injury.

18. Do not place anything on top of this apparatus.

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

malfunction.

22.1f 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.

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

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

20. Do not cover the ventilating holes.

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• Never disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet while the recorder is turned on. 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 period of use. This is

not a malfunction.

• For usual absence When the recorder is not in use, be sure to remove

any disc that may be in the recorder and turn the power off.

• Prolonged absence When the recorder will not be used for a prolonged period of time, unplug the power cord from the wall

outlet.

® Place the recorder on a level surface. Do not use

it on a shaky or unstable surface such as a wobbly

table. Doing so may cause a loaded disc to dislodge from its proper position and cause damage to the

recorder. Before deciding on a location for the recorder, make sure that the surface of the location can withstand the weight of the recorder. Never place the recorder in an elevated location as it may accidentally fall and cause injury or property damage.

® If you place the recorder near a TV, radio, or VCR,

the playback picture of the recorder may degrade

and the sound may distort depending on the condition and location of said equipment. In such event, it is recommended that you place the recorder as far away as possible from such other equipment.

• To avoid damage to the recorder, never place or store the recorder in direct sunlight; hot or humid

areas; or areas subject to excessive dust, smoke (including cigarette smoke), or vibration.

Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.

• Unplug the recorder before cleaning.

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

recorder.

• Image and sound quality depend very much on

signal reception.

® Reception may be poor in weak signal areas. In this

case, consult your dealer or purchase a commercially available antenna booster. Refer to the booster's

instruction manual for installation details.

• When you record/edit important content, make trial operations beforehand to confirm the recorder can

function properly.

• When the power cord is disconnected or when a

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

erased. A DVD-R disc may become unavailable.

• Depending on the channel or program, an excessive sound input level may cause noise or cut of recorded

sound. Adjust the initial setting of the recording level when necessary.

• If a program you have set a timer recording includes copy restriction signals, it may not be recorded. When

programming a recording, confirm that a program you

want to record is not copy-restricted.

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

• Do not give a shock or shake (especially during operation).

• Do not use in a place where the temperature rises or changes rapidly.

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Precautions ( Continued )

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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[] Do not use the unit when moisture condensation

may occur.

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.

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Because of its recording capacity, this DVD recorder operates more like a computer and differently than a

standard DVD player. In addition to containing a microprocessor, it contains an operating system, random access memory (RAM), and a DVD-RAM/R/RW drive. The operating system

includes software that is transferred to the RAM when

the machine is turned on and at other times during

operation. This transfer can take time. Therefore, when you turn the DVD recorder on, it may take a

little while before it is ready to use. Likewise, other

functions may not be performed as quickly as they

would on other AV equipment. Additionally, accessing

those programs (or deleting a program from a

DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc) may take more time. Please take these factors into consideration as you

use the DVD recorder.

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. Please refer to the notes on compatible discs later in this Introduction and to

the discussion of DVD playback and features later in this manual.

"Q" may appear on the TV screen during operation. "(_)" means that the operation is not permitted by the recorder or the disc.

In isolated cases, a disc bearing the DVD or CD logo may not fully and properly playback all features or as

intended by the creator of the disc. This can be due, among other reasons, to problems and errors that can occur during the creation or recording of DVD and

other software and the manufacture of software discs

(including blank discs). Moreover, because of variations in the quality of discs, this recorder may not

be able to record on all discs that bear a DVD-RAM,

DVD-R or DVD-RW logo, but you should not encounter difficulty if you use only high quality recordable DVD discs. Additionally, discs recorded in this device may

not operate properly in other DVD players, recorders and/or personal computer drives. If you happen to encounter difficulties playing or recording a DVD disc or playing a CD disc, please feel free to call our

Customer Service Hotline at 1-800-319-6684.

Copy-protected contents of DVD-Video discs, VIDEO CDs or audio CDs on the market cannot be copied on this recorder. Contents without copy protection should be copied or edited only in accordance with applicable copyright laws, which may restrict copying or editing. Contents that permit single copying (copy once contents) can be recorded onto DVD-RAM/RW discs, with some dubbing and editing restrictions. DVD-R

discs cannot record these contents. The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or

revision of copyrighted materials including, without limitation, television programs, videotapes, and DVDs, is prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries, and may subject you to civil and criminal liability.

There are many types and formats of discs. Please use the following information to select an appropriate

disc.

is a trademark of DVD Format / logo Licensing Corporation, Notes =Handle the disc according to the disc instruction manual

=Toshiba cannot guarantee that all discs bearing the DVD or CD Iogos will operate as expected. Additionally,

Toshiba cannot guarantee that discs recorded in this device wiJloperate properly in other DVD players.

Disc

Mark Specification Remarks

DVD-RAM

RAtA

R A tA 4,7

• Single sided 4,7GB (12cm (43/4in,))

• Doublesided9,4GB (12cm(43/4in,))

Version 2.0/2.1/2.2

Read carefully the section "On DVD-RAM

discs"( @page 13). 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."

DVD-R

R4,7

• 4.7GB For General Ver.2.0/2.1 (12cm (43/4 in.))

Read carefully the section "On DVD-R discs"

( _ page 14).

Depending on the disc status or the recording equipment, playback of the disc

may not be possible on this recorder.

Read carefully the section "On DVD-RW

DVD-RW _ • 4.7GB Ver.l.1(12cm(43/4in.))

discs" ( @ page 14).

Depending on the disc status or the recording equipment, playback of the disc

may not be possible on this recorder.

Using different disc types for different purposes

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 deterioration of an image quality, erase unnecessary parts, divide a chapter, or specify playback area by frame. Its cartridge is suitable for a longer-term storage and family use,

and its large capacity of 9.4 GB allows more recording space.

DVD-R discs when creating your own original discs for distribution DVD-R discs are designed to 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 this recorder, transfer them to the recorder and make copies to send to your friends or relatives. The discs can be played on other compatible DVD players. DVD-RW discs, which are rewriteable, can be used as well.

* DVD-R may not be the best suited format for recording TV programs. Because of the way the discs are

formatted, it may not be possible to edit or divide the program as you may prefer, to record secondary languages, or programs that are copy protected in a way that allows only one copy. (NOTE: "Copy once" protected programs

generally can be recorded to DVD-RAM/RW discs.)

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

on this recorder.

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Choosing a disc ( Continued )

Disc

DVD video

disc

VIDEO CD

Audio CD

Mark Specification

• 12cm (43/4in.)

• Region number

VIDEO

• Color system: NTSC

_oc_ _ o12cm (43/4in.)• Color system: NTSC

[DIGITALVIDEO] ° Version 1.1 and 2.0

_ _]o_ o12cm (43/4in.)

DIGITAL AUDIO

• 12cm (43/4in.)

• CD-DA (audio CD) format

Remarks

The region number of this DVD recorder is 1. The region number marked on the rear panel

must correspond to a specific playable area,

that is printed on your DVD video disc. If you

do not find _ or _, or the disc is encoded

to permit playback only in regions other than

Region 1, disc playback will not be allowed by the recorder.

Depending on the disc status, playback may not be possible.

• You cannot play discs other than those listed above.

• You cannot play non-standardized discs even if they may be labeled as above.

• You cannot play discs with specialized encoding (such as SACD discs) or the DVD audio portions of DVD Audio

discs.

• This recorder uses the NTSC color system. Toshiba can not guarantee to play DVD video discs recorded in any

other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.).

• Toshiba cannot guarantee that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected. Please see the

discussion of compatibility on page 11.

• Toshiba is not liable for any damage or loss caused directly or indirectly by the malfunction of this recorder, including, without limitation, any one of the following:

• Failure to record contents intended to be recorded by the consumer.

• Failure to edit contents as intended by the consumer.

• When a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc created on this recorder is used (e.g., insertion, playback, recording or editing)

in another DVD player, recorder or personal computer drive.

• When a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc that is used in the manner described in the immediately preceding bullet point is

used again in this recorder.

• When a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc that was recorded in another DVD recorder, or in a personal computer drive is

used in this recorder.

• Discs recorded in this recorder may not operate as expected on other DVD players, recorders or personal computer drives.

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Choosing a disc ( Continued )

[] Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with

DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 or 2.2. The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any other standard. When using such a disc, initialize

it by using the disc-format function of this recorder.

Q The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some

DVD-RAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with another manufacturer'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.

O 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.

[] DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are

recommended for recording.

• Two types of DVD-RAM discs are

available: ones with cartridges and onest/ J \1 without cartridges.You can use either of I\ _ /I

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.

O There are two types of DVD-RAM cartridges;

removable (TYPE 2/4) and not removable (TYPE

1). Itis recommended you not to 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.

O To protect recorded contents

Slide the write-protect tab to "PROTECT" with something small enough. The disc can play, but

cannot be edited or erased. Refer to the instructions that come with the disc.

[] When using a disc without a

cartridge (commercially available discs)

• Discs without cartridges can easily attract fingerprints and dust, which

isthe 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 2X, 3X, 5X

4.7 GB single-sided cartridge: Panasonic 2X, 3X, 5X

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[] Standards O DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used for

recording and playback.

O 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.

O Select discs labeled "for video',"for recording',"120

min?etc.

O DVD-R for authoring Ver.1.1 cannot be used. [] Recording conditions

Q 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.

• DVD-VR mode recording is impossible. [] Recommended disc

That's (Taiyo-Yuden) 4X, 8X

Maxell 4X,8X

[] Tested discs

Panasonic 4X

[] Standards

• Discs labeled DVD-RW Ver.l.1 or 1.2 can be used.

• Discs compatible with 2X speed recording (labeled Ver.l.1/2X etc,) can also be used.

O Select discs labeled "for video',"for recording',"120

min." etc.

[] Recording conditions

• Images for which copying is prohibited or restricted

(copy prohibited) cannot be recorded.

[] Recommended discs*

JVC 2X, 4X

•Operation has been confirmed with recommended discs and tested disc, but some other discs may not

be usable.

The following are examples of marks and the

meanings.

Mark

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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 shape (4:3 aspect ratio).

Pictures are recorded in the letter

box picture shape (4:3 aspect

ratio with horizontal black bars in

the top and bottom of pictures).

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9

wide picture shape. TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will display them in the letter box

style.

Pictures are recorded in the 16:9

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

Meanings

Actual picture shape may vary depending on the aspect ratio or

mode selection of the TV.

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Structure of disc contents l

Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and

the titles are subdivided into chapters.

VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks.

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Track 2 Track 3 Track 4

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. When you record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc, one

recording will always equal one title.

• Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

• 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.

Yes No

• 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.

Q Do not store discs in a place subject to direct

sunlight or near heat sources.

O 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.

Can be recorded

Copy free

Can be recorded

Recording once

permitted

O" O

Yes

Playbackside

• Do not stick paper or tape to discs.

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Recording once

permitted

Recording

prohibited

Cannot be

recorded

Cannot be recorded

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

discs.

Characteristics on this recorder

For the first use

Recording a TV program Erasing recorded contents

Recording additional content on a recorded 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

Yes

Suitable for saving data in

both DVD-Video and VR format to play on compatible devices.

You can erase recorded contents to use the disc

repeatedly.

Initialize the disc.

Yes

If the disc has been executed DVD-Video/

DVD-VR finalizing process first cancel the process

then delete contents.

Yes

If the disc has been executed DVD-Video/

DVD-VR finalizing process first cancel the process

then delete contents.

Suitable for saving data in DVD-Video format to play

on compatible devices. Once you execute DVD-

Video finalizing process on a recorded disc so that it

can be played on other

players, you cannot make

addition, correction and deletion ofcontents on the

disc.

No preparatory steps required.

Yes

Deleting contents cannot restore the disc space.

After you execute DVD- Video finalizing process

on a recorded disc, you cannot delete contents of

the disc.

After you execute DVD- Video finalizing process on a recorded disc, you

cannot add contents to the disc.

Playing contents recorded on this recorder, 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/DVD- VR finalizing process on

this recorder. This process

makes the disc playable on other compatible devices.

(Some models excepted.)

Initialize the disc.

Execute DVD-Video

finalizing process on this

recorder. This process makes the disc playable on

other compatible devices.

(Some models excepted.)

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Index to parts and controls ( Continued )

[_ OPEN/CLOSE button

Press to OPEN/CLOSE the disc tray.

[_i_TIMESLIP button

Press to Start chase playback. During DVD-RAM

recording, the TIMESLIP key accepts only after 30 seconds from the start of recording.TIMESLIP function is not available when recording a

DVD-RW/R disc and a DVD-RAM in XP mode.

[_ REC MODE button

Use to REC MODE to select the recording quality.

PAUSE button

Press Pause to freeze playback and recording.

[_ PLAY button

Press to Start playback.

[_SKIP REV button

Play SKIP REV chapter/track on DVD and other disc.

[_ REV button

Scan in fast reverse on DVD and other discs.

INSTANT REPLAY button The time return to a point 10 seconds before and

playback resumes.

[_)TOP MENU button

Display the title menu on DVD Disc.

[_ REC button

Press to begin a recording or resume recording from PAUSE.

[_ Direction buttons

Use UP/DOWN/RIGHT/LEFT to select a function

in the setup menu. CLEAR button

Use CLEAR to delete the scheduled program, Cancels input data in the setting mode.

Number buttons

Use to enter numeric values in setting options.

EDIT MENU button

Press to Display Edit menu.

[_ REC MENU button

Press to Display the Schedule menu.

RESOLUTION button

Press to change the resolution (HDMI). V.OUTPUT button

Press to Select video output Analog/Digital(HDMI) and Interlace/Progressive.

_T.SEARCH button

Press to Select Title search / Chapter or Track search / Time search.

[!_ ANGLE button

Select between multiple angles on DVD Disc that support this feature.

_SETUP button

Access the on-screen Setup menu for settings adjustment.

POWER button Turn the unit on or set the unit to Standby mode.

DISPLAY button

Bring up the on-screen display showing information

for the playback/recording session. INPUT SELECT button

For changing input source, DVD/DV/Video In1

/S-Videol/Video In2/S-Video2/Tuner. STOP button

Press once to stop playback and hold the last position in memory. Playback can be resumed where it was left off by pressing PLAY. Press twice to clear the last playback position.

_SKIP FWD button

Advanced to the next chapter/track on DVD and other disc.

FWD button Scan in fast forward on DVD and other discs.

INSTANT SKIP button The time jump to a point 30 seconds forward and playback resumes.

MENU button

Display the menu of DVD disc or change the status of PBC functionality for VCD equipped with the PBC (Version 2.0) function, (PBC is the abbreviation of playback control).

SLOW button Slow motion playback mode. Press PLAY to resume

normal playback. ENTER button Selects options in menus. Plays a disc, chapter or

track with some discs. For other discs, press PLAY. RETURN buttons

When navigating disc menus, press to return to the previous menu accessed.

CHANNEL buttons

Use to navigate disc menus, on-screen setup menu, etc. In TV tuner mode, use UP/DOWN to select a

channel.

_CHP DIVIDE button

Insert chapter mark during recording.

_ZOOM button

Press to magnify the screen with DVD/VIdeo CD and JPEG discs.

PLAY MODE button

Display the playback mode menu.

_:>A-B REPEAT button

Set the beginning and end points of a section to

repeat. SUBTITLE button

Select available subtitles on DVD discs.

_AUDIO button

Select an audio track on DVD or VCD discs.

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