Toshiba D-vr4su User Manual

Hi-Fi VCR & DVD VIDEO RECORDER
D-VR4XSU
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Various settings
Disc playback
Tape playback
Recording
Editing the disc
DIGITAL VIDEO
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Additional information
This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs.
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WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture.
CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
FCC NOTICE: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...

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1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol...

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
13. LIGHTNING
To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
unit due to lightning and power line surges.
14. POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall onto or against such power...

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CONDENSATION
Moisture will form in the operating section of the DVD/VCR if the unit is brought from cool surroundings into a warm
room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, the DVD/VCR’s performance will be
impaired.
To prevent this, let the DVD/VCR stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or make
sure that the room temperature rises gradually.
Condensation may also form during the summer if the DVD/VCR is exposed to the breeze...

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Introduction
• SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................... 2
• IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .............................. 3
• Contents ............................................................. 6
• Features .............................................................. 8
• Disc ..................................................................... 9
Handling discs ................................................... 9
DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are
recommended for recording...

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Media mark
Each applicable media are indicated using the symbol shown below.
• Editing an original title .................................... 70
Changing an original title name ....................... 70
Adding a chapter mark ..................................... 71
Erasing an unnecessary scene ........................ 72
Combining chapters ......................................... 73
Erasing a chapter ............................................. 74
Erasing an original title...

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8Features
Playback function
Title menu
Video CD/SVCD/MP3/WMA/JPEG playback
Video CD/SVCD/MP3/WMA files can be played back.
You can also display JPEG files on the TV screen and
enjoy them as a slide show.
Progressive scan
This unit supports the progressive scanning system. If
your TV is equipped with component video input jacks
which support the progressive video input, you can enjoy
a high quality picture. Not only you can playback and record video tapes, but
you can also playback DVD discs...

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9 Disc
Handling discs
Removing the disc from its caseBe sure to hold the disc by its edges.
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Take the disc carefully from its case.
•Do not scratch the disc.
•Do not get dirt on the surface of the disc.
•Do not stick labels or adhesive tapes on the disc.
•Do not drop or bend the disc.
Storing discs•Store the disc in the case to avoid any risk of
scratches, dirt or damage.
•Do not leave the disc exposed to direct sunlight or in
hot or humid places....

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DVD-R•You can record on the disc only in the Video mode.
•You can record until the disc becomes full.
•Finalizing the discs allows playback on other DVD
players. However, the finalized discs can no longer
be recorded.
•Discs can be recorded repeatedly until they are final-
ized.
•Only titles that were recorded under video mode can
be played. However, titles recorded onto a CPRM
compatible disc in the VR mode cannot be played.
NOTES:
•There are some players that cannot playback discs...