Toshiba D-r400 Manual

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TOSHIBA DVD VIDEO RECORDERD-R400
1VMN23530 / E7E7AUD
2007 Toshiba Corporation
TOSHIBA DVD VIDEO RECORDER
 DVD VIDEO RECORDER D-R400
D R400
D-R400OPERATIONS
GUIDEDVD VIDEO RECORDEROWNER’S MANUAL
Disc 
Management
RecordingPlaybackIntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupEditingFunction SetupOthers
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PRECAUTIONS
This unit employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this device, 
due to possible eye injury.
CAUTION:   USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE 
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
CAUTION: 
VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCK DEFEATED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.LOCATION: INSIDE, NEAR THE DECK MECHANISM.
WARNING:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an 
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the 
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within 
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient mag-
nitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle 
is intended to alert the user to the presence of impor-
tant operating and maintenance (servicing) instruc-
tions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT 
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE 
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED 
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 
DO NOT OPEN
RADIO-TV INTERFERENCE
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 Rules. 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:
1)  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2)  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3)  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4)  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FCC WARNING- This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this 
equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the manual. The 
user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING
This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance 
with your local recycling regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations 
concerning chemical wastes.
For Customer Use:
Read carefully the information located at the back of this unit and enter below the Model No. and Serial No. Retain 
this information for future reference.
Model No. _____________________
Serial No. _____________________
Make your contribution to the environment!!!
•  Used up batteries do not belong in the dust bin.
•  You can dispose of them at a collection point for used up batteries or special waste. 
Contact your council for details.
The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.
ATTENTION:  
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA 
BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
Laser Safety
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Recording
Playback
Introduction
Connections
Basic Setup
Editing
Function Setup
Others
PRECAUTIONS
  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.
  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.
  9.  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.
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.
13.  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when  unused for long periods of time.
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. 15.  Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral 
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire 
or electric shock.
16.  Never expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing or  place items such as vases, aquariums, any other item 
filled with liquid, or candles on top of the unit.
17. 
Keep your 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 unit.
19.  Do not place the apparatus on amplifiers or equipment  that may produce heat.
20.  Never block or cover the slots or openings in the unit. Never place the unit:
 on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface;
 too close to drapes, curtains, or walls; or
  in a confined space such as a bookcase, built-in cabinet, or any other place with poor ventilation.
 
The slots and openings are provided to protect the unit  from overheating and to help maintain reliable operation.
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.  If the apparatus should emit smoke or an unusual odor,  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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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PRECAUTIONS
The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or revision 
of television programs, videotapes, DVDs and other 
materials, is prohibited under the copyright laws of the 
United States and other countries, and may subject you 
to civil and/or criminal liability.
This product incorporates copyright protection 
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other 
intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright 
protection technology must be authorized by 
Macrovision, and is intended for home and other 
limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized 
by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is 
prohibited. Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it 
is moved from a cold place to a warm place or after 
heating a cold room or under conditions of high 
humidity. Do not use this unit at least for 2 hours until its 
inside gets dry.
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 picture problems with 525 progressive scan output, it 
is recommended that the user switch the connection to 
the “standard definition” output. If there are questions 
regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p DVD 
recorder, please contact TACP’s Consumer Solution 
Center.
For safety and optimum performance of this unit:
•  Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position. Do 
not place anything directly on top of the unit. Do not 
place the unit directly on top of the TV.
•  Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from 
devices of intense heat. Avoid dusty or humid places. 
Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper 
heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes on 
the sides of the unit. Avoid locations subject to strong 
vibration or strong magnetic fields.
•  Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
•  Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it 
from AC outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
•  If, by accident, water is spilled on this unit, unplug 
the power cord immediately and take the unit to our 
Authorized Service Center for servicing.
Supplied Accessories
remote control with batteries (AAx2)
RCA audio/video cables
owner’s manual
quick start guide
Installation Location
Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire
Moisture Condensation Warning
About Copyright
Notice for Progressive Scan Output
OWNER’S MANUAL
return stop sheet
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Management
Recording
Playback
Introduction
Connections
Basic Setup
Editing
Function Setup
Others
PRECAUTIONS
Servicing
•  Please refer to relevant topics on “TROUBLESHOOTING” 
on pages 96-99 before returning the product.
•  If you need to call a customer service representative, 
please know the model number and serial number of 
your product before you call. This information is 
displayed on the back of the product. Also, please take 
a moment to identify the problem you are having, and 
be prepared to explain this to the representative. If you 
believe the representative will need to help you with 
operations, please stay near the product. Our 
representatives will be happy to assist you.
Cleaning The Cabinet
•  Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the 
unit with a soft, slightly damp cloth.
•  Never use a solvent, thinner, benzene or alcohol to 
clean the unit. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the 
unit. Such chemicals may discolor the surface or 
damage the unit.
Cleaning Discs
•  When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning 
cloth. Wipe the disc from the center to out. Do not 
wipe in a circular motion.
•  Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, 
commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive 
cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for analog 
records.
Cleaning The Disc Lens
•  If this unit still does not perform properly although you 
refer to the relevant sections and to 
“TROUBLESHOOTING” in this owner’s manual, the laser 
optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or 
an Authorized Service Center for inspection and 
cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.
Disc Handling
•  Handle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do not 
adhere to the surfaces of the discs.
•  Always store the disc in its protective case when it is 
not used.
Maintenance
If the remote control does not work properly, you can test if 
the remote control sends out the infrared signal with AM 
radio or a digital camera (including built-in camera of cellular 
phone). It will help to define the cause of malfunction.
• With an AM radio:
Tune an AM radio to a station with no 
broadcasting. Press a button on remote 
control toward the radio. Sound will be 
fluttering when you press any key and the 
radio receives the signal. This means the 
remote control is working.
• With a digital camera (including built-in camera of 
cellular phone):
Direct a digital camera to remote control, 
press and hold a button on remote control. If 
infrared light appears through digital camera, 
the remote control is working.
IR Signal Check
Dolby Digital Recording
“Dolby® Digital Recording enables consumers to record 
high-quality video with stereo sound on recordable DVD 
discs. The technology, when utilized instead of PCM 
recording, also saves recordable disc space, allowing for 
higher video resolution or extended recording time on 
each DVD. DVDs created using Dolby Digital Recording 
will play back on all DVD-video players.”
Note: This is true when the players are compatible with 
actual recordable DVD discs.
“WMA” (Windows Media Audio) is a new audio codec 
developed by Microsoft® in the United States of America.
Manufactured under license from 
Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the 
double-D symbol are trademarks of 
Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-
Definition Multimedia Interface 
are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing 
LLC.
“DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are registered trademarks of 
DTS, Inc.
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CONTENTS
Introduction
PRECAUTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  2
CONTENTS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  6
FEATURES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8
Symbols Used in this Owner’s Manual  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  11
Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control . . . . . .  12
Using a Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  12
GUIDE TO ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS AND MENUS  . . . .  14
On-Screen Display / Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  14
Main Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  16
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  17
Connections
CONNECTION TO A CABLE / SATELLITE BOX. . . . . . .  18
SETTINGS FOR THE VIDEO INPUT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  19
CONNECTION TO A TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  20
CONNECTION TO A TV WITH AN HDMI™ 
COMPATIBLE PORT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  21
CONNECTION TO AN AUDIO SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . .  23
Basic Setup
INITIAL SETTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  24
CLOCK SETTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  25
Disc Management
FORMATTING A DISC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
Choosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New 
DVD-RW  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  26
Reformatting a Disc Manually  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  27
PREPARING A DISC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Make Recording Compatible  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Setting for Auto Chapter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  28
Recording Audio Select (XP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  29
Setting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode Recording . . . .  29
SETTING A DISC TO PROTECT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  30
PLAYING THE DISCS IN OTHER DVD PLAYERS . . . . .  31
Auto Finalizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  31
Finalizing a Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  32
Recording
INFORMATION ON DVD RECORDING  . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
Recording Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
Restrictions on Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  34
BASIC RECORDING & ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  35
TIMER RECORDING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  37
Hints for Timer Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  40
SETTINGS FOR AN EXTERNAL DEVICE  . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
Connection to an External Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  41
Recording from an External Device  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  42
SATELLITE LINK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  43
DV DUBBING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45
Guide to DV and On-Screen Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  45
DVC to DVD Dubbing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  46
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CONTENTS
Playback
INFORMATION ON PLAYBACK  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
Structure of Disc Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  48
BASIC PLAYBACK  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49
Direct Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  49
Playback from the Title List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  50
Playing Back an Audio CD and a CD-RW/-R with MP3/
WMA/JPEG Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  52
Playing Back a DivX®  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  53
Using the Title/Disc Menu  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55
Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  55
SPECIAL PLAYBACK  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56
Resume Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56
Fast Forward / Fast Reverse Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  56
Skipping TV Commercials During Playback. . . . . . . . .  56
Rapid Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  57
Step by Step Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  57
Slow Forward / Slow Reverse Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . .  57
Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
Marker Setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  58
Chasing Playback during Recording  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  59
Simultaneous Playback and Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . .  60
SEARCH  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  61
Title/Chapter Search  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  61
Track Search  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  61
Time Search. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  62
REPEAT/RANDOM/PROGRAM PLAYBACK/
SLIDE SHOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63
Repeat Playback  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63
Random Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  63
Program Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  64
Slide Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  64
SELECTING THE FORMAT OF AUDIO AND VIDEO  . .  65
Switching Subtitles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  65
Switching Audio Soundtrack  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  65
Switching Virtual Surround System  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  66
Switching Camera Angles  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  66
Reducing Block Noise  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  66
Adjusting Black Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  67
Editing
INFORMATION ON DISC EDITING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
Guide to a Title List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
Editing Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  68
DELETING TITLES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  69
CREATING/DELETING PLAYLIST  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  71
Adding Titles to a Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  71
Erasing All Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  72
EDITING DISCS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  73
Putting Names on Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  73
Setting Chapter Marks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  75
Hiding Chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  76
Deleting a Part of a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  77
Dividing a Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  79
Combining Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  80
Setting or Releasing the Title Protection  . . . . . . . . . . .  81
Setting or Clearing All Chapter Marks at Once . . . . . .  82
Function Setup
LIST OF THE DEFAULT SETTINGS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  83
GENERAL SETTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  85
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  85
Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  89
Video  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  90
DivX®  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  92
HDMI  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  93
Reset All  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  95
Others
TROUBLESHOOTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  96
Frequently Asked Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  99
LANGUAGE CODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
GLOSSARY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
SPECIFICATIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
LIMITED WARRANTY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
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FEATURES
This unit not only plays back DVD and CD but also offers features for you to record on DVD and edit them after that.
The following features are offered with this unit.
This unit is compatible with recording on DVD-RW/+RW which 
are recordable repeatedly and DVD-R, DVD+R which accept 
the additional recordings until the disc becomes full but not 
overwritable. You can choose either one for your convenience.
Up to 12 program recording:
You can program the unit to record up to 12 programs, with 
in a month in advance. Daily or weekly program recordings 
are also available.
One-touch timer recording (OTR):
You can easily set a recording time as you prefer. Every time 
[REC I] is pressed during recording, the recording time 
will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The record-
ing automatically stops when the recording time you set is 
reached.
DV dubbing:
This function helps you to easily dub the contents of the 
DVC (digital video camcorder) to DVD.
Automatic chapter mark setting:
Chapter marks will be put on recordings as you set before 
attempting to record.
Automatic title menu making:
The unit creates title menu automatically when finalizing discs.
Automatic playlist making (VR mode DVD-RW):
The unit creates a playlist automatically after recording. 
Automatic title finalizing (Video mode DVD-RW/-R, 
DVD+R):
You can finalize discs automatically after finishing all timer 
recordings or at the end of the disc space if you set this in 
the main menu.
Left channel stereo recording:
This unit can record the sound of the left channel monaural 
input as left and right channels automatically (the input 
from the L2 jacks only). 
Recording
Deleting titles:
You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.
Setting or clearing chapter marks:
You can set or clear chapter marks on titles.
Hiding chapters:
To keep others from playing back some chapters without 
permission, you can hide chapters.
Deleting parts of titles:
You can delete a specific part of a title.
Editing
Theater surround sound in your home:
When connecting the unit to an amplifier or a decoder which 
is compatible with Dolby Digital or DTS, you can experience 
the theater surround sound from discs with surround sound 
system.
Quick search for what you want to watch:
You can easily find the part you want to watch using the 
search function. Search for a desired point on a disc by title, 
chapter/track or time.
Virtual surround system:
You can enjoy stereophonic space through your existing 2 
channel stereo system.
Playing back on MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® files:
You can enjoy MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® files which are record-
ed on CD-RW/-R.
DivX® files can also be recorded on DVD-RW/-R and 
DVD+RW/+R.
Playback
Available for playing back discs on a regular DVD player:
Recorded discs can be played back on regular DVD players, 
including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-video 
playback. Although DVD+RW/+R are playable on other units 
without finalization in most cases, it is recommended to 
finalize in order to stabilize the performance.
Compatibility
Progressive scan system
Unlike conventional interlace scanning, the progressive scan 
system provides less flickering and images in higher 
resolution than that of traditional television signals.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
You can enjoy clearer audio/video output when connecting 
this unit to a display device with an HDMI-compatible port.
Line through output
When an external device, such as cable/satellite box is 
connected to L1(Rear) jacks of this unit, the signal from the 
external device can be output even when the power of the 
unit is off.
Others
Symbols Used in this Owner’s Manual
To specify for what disc type each function is, we put the 
following symbols at the beginning of each item to operate.
*  DVD-R recorded in VR format or non compatible recording 
format are not playable. Dividing or combining titles:
You can divide or combine a title.
Editing title names:
You can change the title name you prefer.
Symbol
For Recording, Playing Back, and Editing
For Playback only
Description
Description refers to DVD-RW in video mode
Description refers to DVD-R in video mode
Description refers to audio CD
Description refers to CD-RW/-R with MP3 files
Description refers to DVD-RW in VR mode
Description refers to CD-RW/-R with WMA files
Description refers to CD-RW/-R with JPEG files
Description refers to DVD-RW/-R,  DVD+RW/+R 
and CD-RW/-R with DivX®
 files
Description refers to DVD-video
Description refers to DVD+RW
Description refers to DVD+R
If you do not find any of the symbols listed above under 
the function heading, the operation for the media is not 
applicable.
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Disc 
Management
Recording
Playback
Introduction
Connections
Basic Setup
Editing
Function Setup
Others
FEATURES
Discs for Recording, Playing back
Disc type DVD-RW DVD-R DVD+RW DVD+R
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Format Can be formatted in VR or video 
mode Automatically
formatted in 
video modeAutomatically 
formatted in 
+VR mode Automatically 
formatted in 
+VR mode
Video Mode VR Mode
Icon
Maximum record  time 480 min (12cm)
144 min (8cm)480 min (12cm)
144 min (8cm)480 min (12cm)
144 min (8cm)480 min (12cm)
144 min (8cm) 480 min (12cm)
144 min (8cm)
Recordable/playable  versions
Ver.1.1,1.2
Ver.1.1/2× CPRM compatible
Ver.1.2/4× CPRM compatible Ver.2.0
Ver.2.0/4×
Ver.2.0/8×
Ver2.0/16×
1×-4× 1×-16×
Compatibility Playable on 
most DVD 
players.
Finalization 
necessary. 
(DVD menu will 
be created)Playable only 
on VR mode 
compatible unit. 
Finalization 
recommended.Playable on 
most DVD 
players.
Finalization 
necessary. 
(DVD menu will 
be created)Playable on 
DVD+RW 
compatible 
players. 
Finalization 
recommended. 
(DVD menu will 
be created) Playable on 
most DVD 
players. 
Finalization 
recommended. 
(DVD menu will 
be created)
Available Features
Recording Features
Record TV 
programmes✓✓✓✓✓
Reuse by deleting 
the current 
contents✓✓
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✓
Record 16:9 size 
pictures✓✓✓
Record copy-once 
programmes✓*
Create chapters 
at fixed intervals 
(auto chapter)✓✓✓✓✓
Editing Features
Playlist
Original
Scene delete
✓✓
Edit title name✓✓✓✓✓✓
Create chapters 
wherever you like 
(chapter mark)✓✓ ✓ ✓
Divide a title✓✓
Combine titles✓
Hide chapters✓✓
Delete a title✓✓✓✓✓✓
Create a
playlist✓
Protect a title✓
✓ : Available  Gray: Not available
*CPRM compatible disc only.
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Discs for playing back
Disc TypeDVD-VIDEO CD-DA CD-RW CD-R
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Icon
Files for playing back
Type of titleMP3 WMA JPEG DivX®
Icon
MediaCD-RW/-R CD-RW/-R CD-RW/-RCD-RW/-R
DVD-RW/-R
DVD+RW/+R
is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.
DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos 
are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used 
under license.
•  Official DivX® Certified product; Plays DivX® 6.0, DivX® 5, 
DivX® 4, DivX® 3, and DivX®VOD video content (in 
compliance with DivX Certified™ technical requirements).
•  Discs containing the DivX® files with the DivX® GMC (Global 
Motion Compensation) playback feature, which is DivX® 
supplemental function, cannot be played back on this unit.
*  This unit cannot play back the disc contents protected 
by Windows Media Digital Rights Management (DRM).
DVD is recorded in different color systems throughout 
the world. The most common color system is NTSC 
(which is used primarily in the United States and Canada).
This unit uses NTSC, so DVD you play back must be 
recorded in the NTSC system. You cannot play back DVD 
recorded in other color systems.
Color Systems
This unit has been designed to play back DVD 
with region 1. DVD must be labeled for ALL 
regions or for region 1 in order to play back on 
the unit. You cannot play back DVD that are 
labeled for other regions. Look for the symbols 
on the right on your DVD. If these region 
symbols do not appear on your DVD, you cannot 
play back the DVD in this unit.
Region Codes
The following discs will not play back on this unit.
• CD-ROM  •  Compact Disc-Interactive (CD-I)
• Video Single Disc (VSD)  •  DVD-ROM
• DVD-audio  •  Unfinalized disc
• DVD contains MP3, WMA or JPEG files
•  DVD-R recorded in VR format or non compatible 
recording format
On the following disc, the sound may not be heard.
•  Super audio CD - Only the sound on the CD layer can be 
heard. The sound on the high-density super audio CD 
layer cannot be heard.
Unplayable Discs
The number inside the globe refers to region of the world.A DVD labeled for a specific region can only play back on 
the unit with the same region code.
  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-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R 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-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R disc that is used in 
the manner described in the immediately preceding 
bullet point is used again in this recorder.
 When a DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R disc that was 
recorded in another DVD recorder, or in a personal 
computer drive is used in this recorder.
  
Some functions may not work with personal computer discs.   Discs recorded in this recorder may not operate as expected 
on other DVD players, recorders or personal computer 
drives.
Because of problems and errors that can occur during the 
creation of DVD and CD software and/or the manufacture 
of DVD and CD discs, Toshiba cannot assure that this DVD 
Video Recorder will successfully play every disc bearing the 
DVD and CD logos.  If you happen to experience any 
difficulty playing a DVD and/or CD disc on this DVD Video 
Recorder, please contact Toshiba Customer Service.
DVD players with 
 are capable of playing DVD-RW 
recorded in VR mode.
Following discs are recommended for good recording 
quality and are proven to be compatible with this unit. 
However, depending on the media condition, the unit 
may not read the disc properly.
Verbatim  DVD+R 8x, DVD+RW 4x, DVD-R 8x, DVD-RW 2x
JVC DVD-RW 4x 
Maxell  DVD+R 4x/8x/16x, DVD-R 8x/16x
SONY  DVD+R 4x/8x/16x, DVD+RW 4x
TDK DVD+R 4x/8x/16x
Performance of any other discs are not guaranteed. 
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