Toshiba RD-X2U User Manual

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HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER

DIGITAL VIDEO

Introduction

Basic operations

RD-X2U

OWNER’S MANUAL

OPERATIONS

Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.

Playback

Recording

Dubbing

Editing

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Table of Contents

Introduction

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

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

Index to Parts and Controls ............................. 10

Front panel ........................................................... 10

Rear Panel ........................................................... 12

Remote control ..................................................... 14

Display ................................................................. 16

Before operating this recorder ........................ 18

Initializing a DVD-RAM disc (Logical Format) ......... 22

DVD-RAM Physical Format ................................... 23

Entering characters ............................................... 24

Basic Operations

Playing a DVD video disc ................................. 28

Locating a title using the top menu ........................ 29

Playing recorded contents

(CONTENT MENU) ............................................. 30

Tips on playback ............................................... 33

Programing a recording (REC MENU) ............. 34

Tips on recording .............................................. 38

Quick Menu operation ...................................... 41

Opening a Quick Menu ......................................... 41

Functions in a Quick Menu .................................... 42

Playback

Playing at various speed .................................. 46

Playing in fast reverse or fast forward..................... 46

Skipping to the next/previous chapter or track ........ 47

Playing in slow-motion .......................................... 47

Playing frame by frame ......................................... 48

Viewing still pictures (Playing a disc that contains still pictures)

Locating by entering the number .................... 49

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

Pausing a TV broadcast to resume later ......... 51

Playing a TV program currently being

recorded ............................................................. 52

Selecting the camera angle .............................. 53

Selecting the Sound.......................................... 54

Selecting the Subtitles...................................... 56

Zooming a picture ............................................. 57

Watching a TV broadcast in the sub window

(P in P Playback) ............................................... 58

Checking the current status and settings ...... 59

Operational status and setting details .................... 59

Using the time bar................................................. 60

Using the graphic remote control

(Virtual Remote) ................................................ 61

................................................................. 49

....................................................... 50

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Introduction

Recording

Before Recording .............................................. 64

Technical Information ............................................ 66

Recording a TV program................................... 67

Tips on Recording............................................. 70

Relay Recording ................................................... 70

A–B Recording ..................................................... 70

Reservation Disc (Program Record Lock) .............. 71

VCR Plus+ Recording ....................................... 72

Recording an External Source ......................... 74

Library Management ......................................... 76

Basic operation for the Library Management system

Checking remaining space on discs ....................... 77

Searching for a disc that contains a desired title ..... 77

Displaying information ........................................... 78

Maintenance of Library Data ................................. 79

................................................................. 76

Dubbing

Before starting dubbing ................................... 84

High Speed Library Dubbing

(Dubbing only a specified part) ....................... 86

Dubbing Selected Items

(Dubbing specified parts together) ................. 88

Rate Conversion Dubbing

(Dubbing at a modified bit rate) ....................... 92

Creating a DVD-R .............................................. 94

Playing a created DVD-R ....................................... 98

Line-U Dubbing

(Recording pictures while viewing them) ....... 99

Delete Selected Items

(Deleting specified parts together) ................ 101

Editing

Before Editing.................................................. 104

Creating Chapters ........................................... 106

Playlist Editing

(Collecting desired scenes) ........................... 111

Creating Thumbnails (Changing the picture on the

CONTENT MENU) ............................................ 115

Function Setup

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

LANGUAGE Settings .......................................... 121

PICTURE Settings .............................................. 122

SOUND Settings ................................................. 123

DISPLAY Settings ............................................... 125

OPERATION Settings ......................................... 126

RECORDER Operations ..................................... 128

Initial Settings ..................................................... 130

Setting of picture and sound quality for recording

............................................................ 130

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Others

Troubleshooting .............................................. 132

Glossary ........................................................... 135

Alert message and corrective action ............ 137

Q&A .................................................................. 139

FAQ ................................................................... 141

Language Code List ........................................ 142

Specifications .................................................. 143

LIMITED WARRANTY HDD/DVD VIDEO

RECORDER...................................................... 145

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Introduction

About this product

Introduction

Digital AV equipment

This recorder is operated by sophisticated software and is different from other conventional AV equipment. Within the recorder, a DVD-RAM/R drive and a hard disc drive are connected by ATAPI, one of the standard connections used for personal computers (PCs). The hardware and software work by way of an operating system (OS), which requires some time to start up after turning on the power. Also, some commands, such as erasing recorded contents may take time to execute.

About the internal hard disc (HDD)

Generally, hard discs (HDD) are very fragile. Depending on the operating conditions, the internal HDD may partially fail, or in the worst cases, may completely stop functioning. Therefore, use the HDD as a temporal storage, not as a long-term archive. After watching the recorded contents once or copying it to a DVD-RAM disc, the contents should be erased from the HDD. If the damaged part of the HDD is used for recording, block noise may occur. If you continue using the HDD, the noise may worsen, and you risk permanent damage to the entire HDD. When such noise is observed, copy the HDD’s contents to a DVD-RAM disc immediately. Like a hard disc in a PC, the HDD can be easily damaged, and should be used cautiously with a backup.

Playback Restriction

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

” may appear on the TV screen during operation.

“

” means that the operation is not permitted by the

“ recorder or the disc.

Using different disc types for different purposes

Use DVD-RAM discs for your personal library

DVD-RAM discs comply with the global standard DVDVR (Video Recording) format, and are optimized for recording of TV programs. You can rewrite them about 100,000 times without any deterioration, erase unnecessary parts, divide a chapter, or specify playback area by frame. Its cartridge is suitable for a long-term storage and family use, and its large capacity of 9.4 GB double sided disc is space saving.

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

DVD-R discs comply with the global standard DVDVIDEO format, and can be recorded only once. DVD-R discs are convenient when you edit your original content (recorded personal events such as a wedding party) with your PC, and send them to your friends or relatives. The discs can be played on other DVD players. (Not all compatible DVD video players can play DVD-R discs recorded with this recorder.) * This format is not suited for recording TV programs.

According to DVD-VIDEO format, recording and dividing into chapters must be by 15 frames. Possibly an unnecessary part may remain even after editing. Also, you cannot record bilingual programs, and programs that permit copying only once.

Basic operations

Playback

Recording

Dubbing

Editing

Function setup

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Others

Introduction

Compatible discs

You can enjoy recording and playback using the HDD of this recorder. When you want to play software or perform dubbing, load a disc into the recorder. There are many types and formats in discs. Confirm the compatibility of selected disc to insure proper performance.

Note

Depending on the data recording method or the disc status, playback or recording on this recorder may not be possible, even if the disc is labeled as below. In such a case please contact the sales agency of the disc.

Disc

Mark Specification Remarks

For recording / playback

DVD-RAM

DVD-R

For playback only

DVD video disc

VIDEO CD

DIGITAL VIDEO

•Single sided 4.7GB (12cm (43/4 in.))

• Double sided 9.4GB (12cm (4

• Single sided 1.4GB (8cm (3

/4 in.))

• Double sided 2.8GB (8cm (31/4 in.))

• 4.7GB For General Ver.2.0 (12cm (4

• 12cm (4

• Region number

/4 in.))

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

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• Color system: NTSC

• 12cm (4

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

• Color system: NTSC

•Version 1.0 and 2.0

Read carefully the section “On DVD-RAM discs” (page 7). When using an 8cm (3

/4 in.) DVD-RAM disc, Remove it from the cartridge. For details, refer to the instructions of the disc.

Read carefully the section “On DVD-R discs” (page 7). Depending on the disc or the recording equipment, playback of the disc may not be possible on this recorder.

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

ALL

, disc playback will not be allowed by the

recorder.

Audio CD

CD-R

• 12cm (4

• 8cm (3

• 12cm (4

• CD-DA (audio CD) format

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

/4 in.)

Depending on the disc, playback may not be possible.

CD-RW

• This recorder uses the NTSC color system, and cannot play DVD video discs recorded in any other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.), even if they have region marks

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

• An audio CD that has a copy-control function may not play on this recorder.

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On DVD-RAM discs

Introduction

Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVDRAM standard Version 2.0

The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it using the disc-format function of the recorder. The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVDRAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with another manufacture’s equipment or PC, contain a large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity. Also, a DVD-RAM disc may not be edited or recorded if its title contains still pictures.

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.

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

To protect recorded contents

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

• The resuming function (

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

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

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

Recommended discs

The following discs has been tested with this recorder:

9.4 GB double-sided type4 cartridge: Panasonic LMAD240U

4.7 GB single-sided type4 cartridge: Panasonic LMAB120U

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PROTECT

On DVD-R discs

A 4.7 GB DVD-R disc can only be recorded from the HDD when the DVD-R compatible mode ( is set to on; you cannot record directly on the disc. Only blank discs that have never been recorded are usable. Once recorded, you cannot add or delete content. Make sure that the disc is clean, as the discs are not covered with cartridges. Images that restrict or prohibit copying cannot be recorded. And not all compatible DVD Video players can play DVD-R discs recorded with this recorder.

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Recording

Dubbing

Editing

Function setup

Select a disc that shows a statement on its package, such as “This disc can copy images that permit single copying.”

Some functions such as Library may not work with PC discs. The company does not hold any responsibility to compensate the contents which should have been recorded, and any losses or damages (e.g. losses of business profit, or business intermission) that may arise from malfunction of this recorder (not recording/editing as intended).

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Recommended discs

The following discs have been tested with this recorder: Panasonic LM-RF120 (4.7 GB/120 minutes) Other DVD-R discs may not work well.

Others

Introduction

Compatible discs (Continued)

On handling discs

Do not touch the playback side of the disc.

Playback side

Do not stick paper or tape to discs.

On cleaning discs

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

Marks on DVD video discs

The following are examples of marks and the meanings.

Mark Meanings

4:3

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

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

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

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

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

On storing discs

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

16:9 LB

16:9 PS

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

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

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

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

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Structure of disc contents

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

DVD video disc

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3Chapter 1

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VIDEO CD / audio CD

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

Title: Divided contents of a DVD video disc.

Chapter: Divided contents of a title. This corresponds

Track : Divided contents of a VIDEO CD or an audio

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 the internal HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, one recording will always equal one title. You can divide a title into several chapters by marking borders in it to facilitate scene search. You can also collect favorite scenes from the recorded titles/chapters, and rearrange them to create a Playlist (

Roughly corresponds to a story title in short stories.

to a chapter in a story.

CD.

page 104).

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Function setup

Others

Introduction

Index to Parts and Controls

See pages with arrows for details.

Front panel

The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See the following page on how to open or close the cover.

ON/STANDBY

INPUT 2

S-VIDEO VIDEO L R

1 ON/STANDBY button pages 18, 19

9 Skip ( )/Fast forward button page 46, 47

Tu r ns the power on/restores the unit in the standby mode.

HDD

INPUT SELECT

–

CHANNEL

7 8 9

TIMESLIP DVD

REC MENU

REC MODE

QUICK MENU

10 11 12

CONTENT MENU

ENTER

Press briefly to skip, or press down for more than 1 second for fast forward.

• Skip : Plays the next title, chapter, or

2 ON/STANDBY indicator

Displays the operational state of the recorder.

3 Remote sensor

page 12 in “INSTALLATION

GUIDE”

4 Front panel display

page 18, 19

page 16

track.

• Fast forward : Scans the picture forward.

! Pause (

) button page 28, 38

Stops playback or recording momentarily.

" Stop (

) button page 28, 38

Stops playback or recording.

5 Open/Close (

Opens and closes the disc tray.

) button page 18, 19

# Play (

) button page 28

Starts playback.

6 REC (

) button/indicator page 69

Starts recording.

7 Three mode button/indicator (HDD, TIMESLIP,

DVD)

page 28, 30, 67

Selects recording/playback media.

8 Skip (

)/Fast reverse button page 46, 47

Press briefly to skip, or press down for more than 1 second for fast reverse.

• Skip : Plays the previous title, chapter, or track.

• Fast reverse: Scans the picture backwards.

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ON/STANDBY

HDD

Introduction

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TIMESLIP DVD

S-VIDEO VIDEO L R

INPUT 2

13 14

$ INPUT 2 jacks page 74

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

% Disc tray

Place a disc to play or record.

& REC MODE button

Changes the picture and sound quality settings.

( INPUT SELECT button

Pressing repeatedly selects between various input sources.

) CHANNEL –/+ buttons

• –/+ : Selects the channel.

• /\: Enters or cancels a command in the setup

~ REC MENU button

Displays the REC MENU.

+ QUICK MENU button

Displays the Quick Menu.

page 18

page 68

page 67, 74

page 18, 30, 68

displays.

page 34

page 41

REC MENU

REC MODE

INPUT SELECT

–

CHANNEL

QUICK MENU

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

CONTENT MENU

ENTER

, Directions buttons page 30, 118

Moves the cursor to select an item.

- ENTER button

page 30, 118

Enters a command.

. CONTENT MENU button

page 30

Displays the CONTENT MENU.

To open or close the cover on the front panel

Open the cover by pressing in on PUSH-

PUSH-OPEN

OPEN printed on the cover until it clicks. Close the cover by lifting the cover to the original

Press PUSH-OPEN to open the cover.

position and pressing in on PUSH-OPEN. When it clicks, the cover is closed.

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Note

• Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is open. Doing so may damage the recorder.

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Index to Parts and Controls (Continued)

Rear Panel

1 2 3 4 6 7 8 95

1 AC IN socket page 15 in “INSTALLATION

GUIDE”

Connects to the supplied power cord.

2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/OPTICAL jack

21, 22, 23 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

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

3 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/COAXIAL jack

21, 22, 23 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

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

4 INPUT 1 jacks

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

page 74

page

6 OUTPUT 1 jacks page 15, 18 in

“INSTALLATION GUIDE”

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

5 INPUT 3 jacks

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

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7 OUTPUT 2 jacks page 19 in “INSTALLATION

GUIDE”

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

B, PR: connects to a TV equipped with

Y, P component video jacks.

8 VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV) output socket

page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Connects the supplied coaxial cable to a TV.

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9 VHF/UHF RF IN (FROM ANT.) input socket

page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

Connects to an antenna or cable signal.

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Editing

Function setup

Others

Introduction

Index to Parts and Controls (Continued)

Remote control

OPEN/CLOSE button page 18, 19

TOP MENU button

ANGLE button

SUBTITLE button

HDD button

TIMESLIP button

V-REMOTE button

REC MENU button

LIBRARY button

page 29

page 53

page 56

page 30, 88

page 51, 52

page 61

page 34

page 76

PICTURE SEARCH button

page 30, 46

Direction buttons (

/ / / )

page 30, 118

FRAME/ADJUST button page 34, 48

PAUSE button page 28, 48

REC button

page 69

OPEN/CLOSE

TOP MENU

ANGLE

HDD

V-REMOTE

LIBRARY

PAUSE

REC

DVD

RETURN

SUBTITLE

AUDIO

TIMESLIP

REC MENU EDIT MENU

ENTER

CHANNEL

DVD

INSTANT SKIPINSTANT REPLAY

CONTENT MENU

PLAYSTOP

QUICK MENU

MENU button*

Power button page 18, 19 RETURN button*

CHANNEL button page 18, 68

AUDIO button

DVD button INSTANT SKIP button

INSTANT REPLAY button EDIT MENU button

page 54

page 28, 30, 88

page 46

page 88

CONTENT MENU button page 30, 111 SKIP button page 47 ENTER button

SLOW button

PLAY button

QUICK MENU button

\ button

page 30

page 47

page 28

page 41

page 118

button page 30

STOP button

page 28

Buttons for TV operation

page 44 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”

DISPLAY button

REMAIN button

DIMMER button

page 59

page 65

page 16

INPUT SELECT button page 67, 74

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TV/VIDEO CHANNEL

DIMMER

DISPLAY

REMAIN

INPUT SELECT

VOLUME

P in P

ZOOM

CHP DIVIDE

TIME BAR

CHP DIVIDE button

TIME BAR button

P in P button

ZOOM button

page 58

page 57

page 60

Use this to display a menu screen that is recorded on a DVD video disc. Operate the menu screen as the same manner as “Locating a title using the top menu ( A menu screen is not recorded on some discs.

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

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page 29)”.

+ 30 hidden pages