OWNER’S MANUAL Playback RD-XS35SU RD-XS35SC Recording HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER Introduction TOSHIBA HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER RD-XS35SU/RD-XS35SC DIGITAL VIDEO Editing Library OPERATIONS GUIDE Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first. Function setup Installation Guide starts at Page 170 Others Printed in China Printed on 70% Recycled Paper RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p001-170 1 H P000453940 PM0025866010 06.1.
Introduction Table of contents Introduction Playback Caution for safety ................................................ 4 About this product .............................................. 5 Choosing a disc .................................................. 6 Index to parts and controls .............................. 12 Front panel ............................................................... 12 Rear panel ............................................................... 14 Remote control ...............
Introduction Library Recording Using Library data ........................................... 132 Basic operation of the Library system .................... 132 Searching for a desired title ........................... 133 Changing the listing order ...................................... 133 Searching ............................................................... 133 Jumping ................................................................. 134 Playback Viewing Library data ............................
Introduction Caution for safety Read “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, “Precautions” and all other sections of the “INSTALLATION GUIDE” that came with this product prior to reading this “OPERATIONS GUIDE”. 4 RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p002-011 4 06.1.
Introduction About this product “ ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. “ ” means that the operation is not permitted by the recorder or the disc. Recording Restrictions and Copyright 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.
Introduction Choosing a disc When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programs from the HDD to a recordable DVD, load an appropriate disc into the recorder. There are many types and formats of discs. Please use the following information to select an appropriate disc. Notes • Handle the disc according to the disc instruction manual. • Toshiba cannot guarantee that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected.
Introduction For playback only Disc Mark DVD video disc Remarks • 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.) • Region number 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 1 or ALL , or the disc is encoded to permit playback only in regions other than Region 1, disc playback will not be allowed by the recorder.
Introduction Choosing a disc (Continued) On DVD-RAM discs Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVDRAM 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. The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVDRAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with another manufacturer’s equipment or PC, contain a large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity.
Introduction On DVD-R discs Marks on DVD video discs The following are examples of marks and the meanings. Standards Mark Number of audio streams recorded in the disc. (2 streams such as English and Japanese in this example.) 2 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 not possible.
Introduction Choosing a disc (Continued) Structure of disc contents On handling discs Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks. Do not touch the playback side of the disc. DVD video disc Title 1 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Yes Playback side Do not stick paper or tape to discs.
Introduction Discs and purposes The table shows main functions which are available on this recorder per disc category. This will help you choose discs. DVD-R disc Suitable for repeat use of the disc, and data storage for video library. Copy once contents can be recorded using a compatible disc. Suitable for saving data in DVD-Video format to play on compatible devices. Suitable for saving data in DVD-Video format to play on compatible devices.
Introduction Index to parts and controls See pages with arrows for details. Front panel 5 2 1 12 4 3 6 7 9 8 11 10 * The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See the following page on how to open or close the cover. q ON/STANDBY button / ON/STANDBY indicator page 20 Turns the power on/restores the unit in the standby mode. i Front panel display o page 18 (OPEN/CLOSE) button page 20 Opens and closes the disc tray.
Introduction Recording Playback Editing To open or close the cover on the front panel Put your finger on the left edge of the cover and pull it down to open. Library Function setup Note • Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is open. Doing so may damage the recorder. Others 13 RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p012-019 13 06.1.
Introduction Index to parts and controls (Continued) Rear panel 1 2 3 8 q Power cord GUIDE” page 21 in “INSTALLATION w Ventilation fan e DIGITAL AUDIO OUT BITSTREAM/PCM OPTICAL jack page 27 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Use this to connect the recorder to an audio receiver equipped with an optical digital audio input jack. page 26 in r COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Outputs video signals to a connected TV or monitor. Connects to a TV or monitor equipped with component video jacks.
Introduction Recording Playback Editing o OUTPUT jacks page 21, 23, 24, 26 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Outputs video and audio signals to a connected TV or amplifier. Library Function setup Others 15 RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p012-019 15 06.1.
Introduction Index to parts and controls (Continued) Remote control 1 15 2 16 17 18 19 20 21 3 4 5 6 7 8 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 9 10 11 12 13 35 34 44 36 46 29 37 30 38 31 39 40 32 41 33 42 43 14 48 50 16 47 49 51 52 16 RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p012-019 45 06.1.
Introduction 1 OPEN/CLOSE button page 20 3 HDD button page 44 in 33 T.
Introduction Index to parts and controls (Continued) Display 1 2 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 13 14 15 16 q PBC indicator Illuminates when a PBC-controllable VIDEO CD is loaded. w Program recording indicator Illuminates when the recorder holds a timer program. e Bit rate indicator Illuminates when displaying the bit rate selected for recording, or when displaying the actual bit rate. r REMAIN (Remaining space) indicator Illuminates when an available recording time is displayed.
Introduction Dimming the display Pressing DIMMER button on the remote control changes the brightness of the display (normal/dimmed/off). Recording Switching the display Every time you press FL SELECT button, the display changes between the channel, title number, and time. The display may not change, depending on the disc or recording conditions. Playback Editing !4 TITLE indicator Illuminates when a title number is displayed. !5 TRK (Track) indicator Illuminates when a track number is displayed.
Introduction Before operating this recorder Is your recorder ready? Loading a disc • Refer to “INSTALLATION GUIDE” manual and finish the necessary preparations. • Turn on the connected equipment such as a TV or audio system and select the input from the recorder. Check disc compatibility beforehand ( and use a proper playable disc. Turning the power on (This owner’s manual instructions are based on the premise that all proper connections have been completed and the TV is turned on.
Others Note • Turning the power off also unlocks the disc tray. 21 RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p020-030 21 06.1.17, 7:23 PM Function setup The “Unloading” icon appears at the top right corner of the screen, and ON/STANDBY indicator turns red, then the power turns off (Standby mode.) You can lock the disc tray. Press and hold PAUSE on the remote control for longer than about 3 seconds. To unlock, press the button for longer than about 3 seconds.
Introduction Before operating this recorder (Continued) Start-up/Shutdown (closing) icons Status display These icons are displayed at the top right corner of the screen when startup or finishing. While they are flashing, the recorder is operating as follows: Each time you operate the recorder, the following displays appear on the TV screen to indicate the status of the recorder.
Introduction Using TV Guide On Screen® Introduction The TV Guide On Screen system in your recorder is a free interactive program guide that provides up to 8 days of program listings for over-the-air, cable-ready and analog cable in your area. The system allows you to easily find, set up reminders and schedule recordings of your favorite TV programs. Entering TV Guide On Screen mode Press TV Guide. TV Guide On Screen LISTINGS service is displayed.
Introduction Using TV Guide On Screen® (Continued) Note Over-the-air or cable access to stations carrying TV Guide On Screen data is required for the TV Guide On Screen system to operate. TV Guide On Screen does not work with satellite programming. Toshiba does not provide the TV Guide On Screen data. Rather, such data is provided by a third party, which is responsible for its accuracy and availability.
To search by entering a keyword Introduction 1) Press / to select “KEYWORD” then press ENTER. “Keyword Search” appears. 2) Press / to select “new search” then press ENTER. “Search Options” appears. 3) Press / to select “category” then press / to select a category. 4) Press / to select “enter keyword” then press ENTER. The keyboard appears. / / Recording / 5) Press to enter a keyword. e.g. CAL DONE Press / to select a entry point then press ENTER. The selected letter is entered.
Introduction Using TV Guide On Screen® (Continued) To delete recorded programs (“view as” is set to “group”) 1) Press / to select a TV program and press ENTER. 2) Press to select an episode and press Menu. “Episode Options” appears. 3) Press / to select “delete episode” then press ENTER. A confirming menu appears. 4) Press / to select “yes” or “no” then press ENTER. Note • When “view as” is set to “list”, press / to select a TV program and Menu. On “Episode Options”, press “delete episode” then ENTER.
SETUP If you select this service and press ENTER, options to change settings are listed. Introduction To execute the setup again 1) Press / to select “Change system settings” then press ENTER. Your current settings are displayed. 2) Press / to select your answer then press ENTER. 3) Follow the on-screen guidance. Recording To arrange the position the channel appears in LISTINGS To change the tuning channel number To switch channels on/off in LISTINGS 2) Press / to select a channel then press Menu.
Introduction Using TV Guide On Screen® (Continued) To change recording defaults 1) Press / to select “Change default options” then press ENTER. 2) Press / to select “Record defaults” then press Menu. “Record Defaults” appears. e.g. Record Defaults start Press / to select the time to start recording. end Press / to select the time to end recording. recorder Press / to select the drive. quality Press / to select the recording mode. page 42.
Introduction Key operation - EASY NAVI & QUICK MENU Introduction The EASY NAVI button opens “EASY NAVI Main Menu”, a main gate to the functions of this recorder. From this menu, you can access the desired functions while viewing a current picture. Additionally, QUICK MENU button provides you a sub menu of the current function. EASY NAVI Press EASY NAVI. Sound is muted and the following GUI appears. (Actual displays vary depending on operational status.) e.g.
Introduction Key operation - EASY NAVI & QUICK MENU (Continued) To exit the EASY NAVI Quick Menu operation Press EASY NAVI again. To access various optional functions of this recorder, open Quick Menu. Quick Menu displays a list of selections relevant to your current mode. Note • For a disc other than the specified one, the finder cannot be operated. To play the disc, exit the EASY NAVI then press the PLAY button, or select the “Play Contents” function. Opening Quick Menu 1) Press QUICK MENU.
Hint on reading this manual The following icons show the playable discs for each function described on this instruction manual. HDD : HDD DVD-RAM : DVD-RAM disc DVD-RW : DVD-RW disc DVD-R : DVD-R disc Recording Recording variations for many types of programs or situations. DVD-VIDEO : DVD video disc Before recording VCD : VIDEO CD CD : Audio CD (For CD containing JPEG or MP3/WMA files, see page 74, 76.
Recording Before recording Please be sure to read this critical background information prior to making a recording. This recorder is equipped with a built-in HDD. Conventional video cassette recorders have required tapes to record, while this recorder enables recording on the HDD whenever you want, without selecting an available tape or confirming its recording time or tape remaining. Further, the DVD-RAM drive on this recorder can record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc in the same way as a tape.
Editing To check space remaining on a disc 1) Press REMAIN. The current capacity per disc is displayed at the bottom of the screen. The current capacity of the selected drive is displayed on the front panel display. Playback If you want to record contents which will be copied to a DVD-R/RW disc later on See page 48. When the programmed settings overlap Before the first recording is completed, the second program is scheduled to begin recording.
Recording Before recording (Continued) Initializing a DVD-RAM/RW disc (Logical format) Be sure to read this section prior to using a DVD-RAM/RW disc on this recorder for the first time. For DVD-R, initializing is not necessary. A disc should be initialized in the following cases: (The recorder may display a message to request you to do so.) e.g. Quick Menu Bit rate Special playback mode Disc management DVD compatible mode Aspect ratio(Video mode) DVD-Video:CHP create User record quality SAP Exit e.g.
/ to select “Start,” then press ENTER. Introduction 4) Press 1) Press SETUP. 2) Press / to select “Management settings” then press ENTER. e.g. e.g. DVD format Start Cancel 0% Format e.g. SETUP 3) Press / to select “DVD-RAM Physical Format,” then press ENTER. 4) Press / execute. to select “Yes,” then press ENTER to Playback 5) Press / to select “Start,” then press ENTER. Initialization starts.
Recording Before recording (Continued) Entering characters Indicates the end of the first line on CONTENT MENU. e.g. Cursor An entered character will appear here. CONTENT Title information MENU Indicates the limit of Characters displayable on CONTENT MENU. Chapter 003 The character being selected appears. Language 1 q a z English Spanish French German Italian etc...
Introduction Entering characters The cursor may be followed by unwanted characters. You can erase them if necessary by either of the following measures: Erasing characters Recording • Erasing all the characters on the writing board Select “Clear All” by pressing / / / buttons, then press ENTER button. Alternatively, press CLEAR button. Playback • Erasing one character before the cursor Select “BkSp” by pressing / / / buttons, then press ENTER button. Alternatively, press DELETE button.
Recording Before recording (Continued) Selecting a disc according to purposes of use (DVD-RAM/R/RW) There are various types of discs having different standards. Select one for your purpose of use. Purposes of use • Editing after recording (e.g. deleting unnecessary portions, dividing chapters). • Playing discs recorded on this recorder with other DVD players. • Recording so that the sound of bilingual broadcast can be switched. (Some DVD players may not play these discs.
Introduction Setting for recording on a DVD-R/RW disc in Video mode This setting is necessary to play the contents on a DVD-R/RW disc with other DVD players. How to set up When recording in Video mode, there are some restrictions by DVD-Video standard. Therefore, it is necessary to set up these items below. Set up the items in advance before copying contents from the HDD to a DVD-R/RW disc. SETUP menu appears. SETUP 2 Select “DVD recorder operation” and press ENTER. e.g.
Recording HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Setting a timer recording using TV Guide On Screen® To record TV programs and end them automatically, follow the procedures of this chapter. page 32). Before setting recording, see “Before recording” ( Preparation • When you record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc, load it into the recorder. – Load a disc which has sufficient remaining space to record the program. – Make sure the loaded disc is not write-protected. • Make sure that the disc has enough space to record.
Introduction Changing the recording options TV Guide / to select a TV Or to search for a TV program, see Recording 1 Press TV Guide, then press program to record. page 24. Start ENTER Playback 2 Press Menu. Editing “Episode Options” appears. Menu Library 3 Press / to select “set recording” then press ENTER. “Record Options” appears. ENTER e.g.
Recording Setting a timer recording using TV Guide On Screen® (Continued) recorder: HDD: Records onto the HDD. DVD: Records onto a loaded disc. quality: See “Recording quality (recording mode)” below. 5 When complete, press / to select “schedule recording” then ENTER. “Record Options” is closed. The icon appears on the TV program. ENTER Note If you cancel the selections, select “cancel” then press ENTER button.
Introduction Set recording by specifying details manually 2) Press / Recording 1) Press TV Guide. TV Guide On Screen LISTINGS appears. to select “SCHEDULE”. 3) Press Menu. “Schedule Options” appears. 4) Press / to select “new manual recording” then press ENTER. “Record Options” appears. 6) Press / to select “start” then press the number buttons or am/pm). To shift the highlight, press / . / Playback 5) Press / to select “date” then press the number buttons to input the date (month, day, year).
Recording Setting a timer recording using TV Guide On Screen® (Continued) Deleting a recording To stop a scheduled recording 2 ways are available. On LISTINGS 1) Press TV Guide. 2) Press / / / to select the TV program currently being recorded. 3) Press REC repeatedly until the recording icon disappears. 1) Press TV Guide. 2) Select a TV program you have set to record (icon displayed). 3) Press Menu. “Episode Options” appears. 4) Press / to select “delete recording”, then press ENTER.
Recording HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Recording a TV program Introduction To record a TV program currently being broadcast, follow the procedures of this chapter. Preparation Start Press HDD or DVD to select a media to record on. Playback 1 Recording • When you record on a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc, load it into the recorder. - Load a disc which has sufficient space available to record the program. - Make sure the loaded disc is not write-protected.
Recording Recording a TV program (Continued) You can set in advance the desired mode for each recording media (“HDD”, “DVD”). See below. Also for your customization of the MN mode, see below. 4 Press REC. Recording starts. REC Customizing the MN mode 1) During stop or at step 3 on QUICK MENU. page 45, press 2) Press / to select “User record quality” then press ENTER. 3) Change the setting for each recording media. • Press / to select “HDD” or “DVD”. • Press ADJUST to select the setting number (1 - 5).
Introduction Recording Playback Notes • During recording, you cannot change the recording parameters, such as modes, channels, etc. • The number of titles cannot exceed 99 for a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc or 396 for the HDD. • One continuous recording cannot exceed in any case 9 hours. Recording automatically stops at 9 hours. • Even during normal recording, you can set the programmed recording. • You cannot start recording immediately before a programmed recording starts. • For recorded sound, see page 73.
Recording Recording a TV program (Continued) To play a recorded title while recording another on the same disc (Recorded Title Play) HDD DVD-RAM Creating chapters automatically at regular intervals Set “DVD-Video:CHP Create” ( During recording, you can play a title recorded on the same disc. 1) While recording, press CONTENT MENU. 2) Press / / / to select a desired title, then press ENTER. Playback of the selected title starts.
Recording HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Recording an external source Introduction You can record programs from connected equipment on the HDD or a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc. Connect according to A or B. A: Using the input jacks on the rear of the recorder Video cable INPUT3 (L-3) Red To audio output jack White Yellow Rear of the recorder Recording To video output jack INPUT1 (L-1) Audio cable • To record a clearer picture, use the S video jack.
Recording Recording an external source (Continued) 1 Press INPUT SELECT repeatedly so that “L-1,” “L-2,” or “L-3” appears on the front panel display, corresponding to the input in which the device is connected. INPUT SELECT Each time you press the button, the indicator changes. L-1: To record pictures from equipment connected to the INPUT1 jacks on the rear panel. L-2: To record pictures from equipment connected to the INPUT2 jacks on the front panel.
Introduction Notes on recording from a connected VCR or camcorder Editing When recording from a camcorder Follow the above notes. Be sure to power the camcorder with its AC adapter, not batteries. If batteries are run down, the recording may not be finished completely. Playback Do not operate the source equipment during recording on this recorder. Operations such as pausing, resuming, fast-forwarding (CUE) and fast-reversing (REVIEW), etc.
Recording HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DV recording (Recording from a digital video camera) You can connect a DV format digital video camera to the DV IN terminal to record from it. Preparation • Press HDD or DVD button to select a recording media • Connect a DV format digital video camera to the DV IN terminal on the front panel. DV IN terminal 1 Press EDIT MENU. “EDIT MENU Main Menu” appears. EDIT MENU 2 Press / to select “DV Recording”. e.g.
Introduction / / to make the settings. As you select each item, an explanation is provided. ENTER To change the picture and sound rates: 1) Press / buttons to select “Change” then press ENTER button. 2) On the “User record quality” display, press ADJUST button to select a setting number. 3) Press ENTER button. Press / ENTER. / / Playback 5 / Recording 4 Press to select “Next”, then press Details of the recording appears. EDIT DV Recording Editing e.g.
Recording DV Recording (Recording from a digital video camera) (Continued) Notes • The DV IN terminal of this recorder supports only input from a DV format digital video camera. It cannot output to a connected device. Some models of DV format digital video cameras may be not compatible. • At step 5, you can enlarge the video image by selecting “Full Display”, then pressing ENTER button.
Recording HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Deleting recorded contents Introduction Important note Any deleted title/chapter (original) cannot be restored. Before deleting, be sure to check contents on the disc. On a finalized DVD-R/RW disc, this feature is not possible. To delete a title (chapter) To display chapters, press e.g. CONTENT Title List MENU / / / Recording 1 Start Press CONTENT MENU, then press to select a title to delete. button.
Recording Others To protect recorded content You can protect recorded contents of the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc from unexpected deletion. Protection is provided for each title (original). 1) Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Playing recorded page 60) to contents (CONTENT MENU)” ( select a title. 2) Press QUICK MENU button, and press / buttons to select “Title information”. Then press ENTER button. 3) Press QUICK MENU button, and press / buttons to select “Lock” and then press ENTER button. appears.
Introduction D /M1, D /M2 Recording Sound recording format onto DVD-RAM discs. When recording, sounds are converted into digital signals and compressed. In playback, they are extracted to the D /M1 original sound. The standard differenciates D /M2 in data volume to use. D /M1 and and D /M2 are applied the digital recording technology for consumer products of Dolby Laboratories. Dolby D /M1 and Dolby Digital Digital 192 kbps is set for D /M2.
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Playback HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU) Titles and chapters recorded on the HDD or a DVD-RAM/R/RW disc are displayed in thumbnail view, so that you can easily locate a desired one. page 25. You can play recorded TV programs also from TV Guide On Screen. See 1 Press CONTENT MENU. CONTENT MENU “CONTENT MENU Title List” appears. e.g.
Each recorded content is displayed as its thumbnail. HDD 1 / 2 Page HDD : 2006/03/24 11:00 pm TV:6 (0:29:50) Original 2006/03/29 09:00 pm TV:3 (0:52:40) Original 2006/04/07 11:00 am TV:4 (0:30:08) Original 2006/04/07 07:00 am TV:8 (0:54:30) Original 2006/04/08 09:00 pm TV:10 (0:51:28) Original A recorded title is marked with “Original”. A fictitious title created by editing is marked with “Playlist”. Titles (Original) precede titles (Playlist) in order from the oldest one.
Playback Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU) (Continued) Playing at various speeds HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD Playing in fast reverse or fast forward During normal playback, press PICTURE SEARCH. SE AR CH : Fast forward playback : Fast reverse playback P U IC T RE Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes. During fast forward playback at “ ” speed, sound is reproduced. (Not available on VIDEO CD.
The recorder memorizes the location you last stopped playback to resume from there. This feature repeats playback of about 5 seconds and skip of 1 minute from the beginning to the end of a recorded title, so that you can view the digest of it. To use this function, set “HDD/RAM title play” ( page 152) to “Title resume.” The recorder will memorize the location you last stopped at in each title, so you can resume playback from there.
Playback Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU) (Continued) Playing all titles (original) in a disc (Play All ORG Titles) Checking the background information on a selected title You can play all Original titles in the HDD or a DVDRAM disc in the order of the thumbnails on CONTENT MENU, as if they were recorded in one video tape. 1) At step 2 on page 60, select a title (chapter) then press QUICK MENU. Quick Menu appears. 1) Press QUICK MENU. Quick Menu appears.
Jumping to a specified page You can change the order or sort the titles by genres. 1) Press CONTENT MENU. CONTENT MENU appears. 1) Press CONTENT MENU. CONTENT MENU appears. 2) Press QUICK MENU. Quick Menu appears. 3) Press / to select “Display changeover”, then press ENTER.
Playback DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD Playing a DVD video disc You can also play VIDEO CDs, audio CDs or finalization processed DVD-R discs in the same manner. page 60. To play recorded contents, follow the instructions on Preparation • Turn on a TV or audio system and select the corresponding input source that the recorder is connected to. page 20) • Load a disc you want to play. ( 1 Start Press DVD. DVD 2 The DVD indicator on the front panel will illuminate.
DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD You can resume playback from the location where you stopped at. If you stop playback by pressing STOP button twice, the resume playback feature will be cancelled. If a disc contains several languages, you can select a preferred language from them to hear. 1) During playback, press AUDIO. Each time you press the button, output sound changes. You can display subtitles on the TV screen and select a subtitle language from those included on the disc.
Playback Other playback functions Pausing a TV broadcast to resume later (Pause TV) HDD This function enables you to pause a TV broadcast and resume viewing at a later, more convenient time, by storing the TV broadcast temporarily on the HDD. 1 Start While viewing a TV broadcast via this recorder or immediately before it starts, press TIMESLIP. TIMESLIP 2 When pause TV mode is ready, playback starts automatically.
HDD DVD-RAM You can begin playback from the beginning of a program currently being recorded. You will find this function of great advantage on long programs, as you do not have to wait for the end of recording to begin playback. TIMESLIP The recorder displays a TV program as it is being recorded. Go back to the beginning of the TV program using SKIP. SK Playback 2 Recording 1 Start While recording a TV program on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, press TIMESLIP.
Playback Other playback functions (Continued) Zooming a picture HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD You can magnify areas within a picture. 1) Press ZOOM. A zoom scope appears. Zoom scope 2) Select a zoom point and magnification level. : Raises the magnification level. : Lowers the magnification level. / / / : Moves the zoom point. (only after the image has been magnified) CLEAR : Returns the zoom point to the center of the picture. Notes • Some discs may not respond to zoom feature.
HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD Introduction Locating by entering the number of a desired section Normally titles, chapters, and tracks are numbered. By entering these numbers, you can access a desired section. Search / Search If you are using a VIDEO CD/audio CD, skip step 2. Chapter 0001 to select a section (title or chapter) you want to locate. Playback 2) Press e.g. Recording 1) Press T.SEARCH. e.g. 001 Title When you want to locate a chapter.
Playback Other playback functions (Continued) Selecting the sound HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD You can select a preferred language and a sound format. 1 Press AUDIO during playback or while receiving a broadcast. The current audio setting appears. AUDIO 2 The language code appears instead of the language name. Refer to the list of languages and their page 165) abbreviations. ( Press ADJUST while the audio setting is displayed on the TV screen.
Introduction Recording Notes • Some discs allow you to change audio selections only via the disc menu. If this is the case, press MENU button and choose the appropriate language from the selections on the disc menu. • When you turn on the recorder or replace a disc, the recorder returns to the initial default setting. ( page 146) Depending on a disc, a specific type of audio the disc has is output.
Playback Other playback functions (Continued) Viewing JPEG files You can play JPEG files that have been recorded on a CD-R or CD-ROM on the recorder. Preparations • Prepare a compatible disc ( page 75) that contains JPEG files you want to view. page 152) to “Photo”. • Set “Priority contents” ( • Make your TV shape conform to the 4:3 picture size. Only 4:3 pictures can be played regardless of the function settings via the on-screen displays of the recorder ( page 42, “INSTALLATION GUIDE”).
Direct input of a photo number Viewing a specified photo (single view) Full screen still view. 2 ways are available: On “CONTENT MENU Picture List” e.g. 1) Press CONTENT MENU. “CONTENT MENU Picture List” appears. Search “Auto”: For CD of which compatibility confirmed by TOSHIBA. Only playable files are listed.
Playback Other playback functions (Continued) Playing MP3/WMA files You can play MP3/WMA files that have been recorded on a CD-R or CD-ROM on this recorder. Preparations • Make sure that a disc you want to play is compatible with this recorder. See page 152) to “Audio”. • Set “Priority contents” ( 1 page 77. Press DVD. DVD 2 Start Load a CD that contains MP3/WMA files. Playback starts from the first track of a current folder. OPEN/CLOSE Notes • WMA tracks copy-protected cannot be played.
Notes • “CONTENT MENU Audio List” cannot show all the tracks in a disc, but only ones regarded as objects of proper play of the disc. • Letters of a file/folder name overflowing the given space are not displayed. 1) Press T.SEARCH. An input window appears. e.g. Search Track 001 * This recorder supports ID3v2 (ID3 Tag Version 2) of MP3, to display text data such as names of title and artist. Some characters may be displayed properly. 1) Press QUICK MENU.
Playback Other playback functions (Continued) Checking the current status and settings HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD You can confirm operational status and setting details. Operational status and setting details 1 Press DISPLAY. DISPLAY The following on-screen display appears. (The actual display varies depending on the disc.) e.g. while playing the HDD Mode indicator Elapsed time of a title/ Elapsed time of a chapter Title No./ Chapter No.
Introduction Using the time bar The time bar shows the current progress in playback or recording. Recording 1 During playback or recording, press TIME BAR. The time bar appears. (The actual display varies depending on the disc.) TIME BAR e.g. Playback Location 00 : 55 : 00:00F Chapter division Elapsed time Start Total playing time of a current title (In the case of a VIDEO CD or audio CD, it shows the total playing time of the disc.) Locator (Shows the current location.
Playback Other playback functions (Continued) Functions in Quick Menu Besides these examples, various other ones are introduced on respective pages for your convenience. See page 30 on how to operate Quick Menu. Repeat all PL titles To play repeatedly (Repeat playback) HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD You can repeat a desired section. 1) During playback, press QUICK MENU. 2) Press / to select “Special playback mode”, then press ENTER. Special playback mode The sub menu appears.
(in Random play mode) DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD You can select 30 titles, chapters, or tracks and play them in favorite order. (To play contents in the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc in favorite order, make a playlist. For details, see page 84.) “Editing” on Special playback mode The sub menu appears. Select the next item by pressing / buttons and ENTER button. e.g.
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Editing Creating your own title You can edit recorded contents and create your own library. Note on deleting unnecessary scenes It is not recommended that you delete many chapters from titles recorded on the HDD to remove unnecessary parts of the titles and copy those contents on a DVD-RAM disc. The reason is that discontinuous space inside the HDD expands and recorded contents are stored in gaps between used locations.
Introduction Basic flow Recording a TV program Record a TV program and it becomes a original title. e.g. Title: The world of cats and dogs. Recording Playlist editing Collect your favorite chapters to make them as one title. (Playlist) If an original title is deleted, a playlist will be also deleted because playlists are fictitious titles. e.g. Making a playlist by collecting scenes of cats from title 1 “The world of cats and dogs”.
Editing Creating your own title (Continued) 1: Changing a name of a recorded title 1 2 HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW Press CONTENT MENU, then press to select a title. / / / Press QUICK MENU then select “Title information” by pressing / from the Quick Menu, then press ENTER. Start “CONTENT MENU Title information” appears. QUICK MENU e.g. CONTENT Title information MENU Title : 006 3CH 2006 3/12(Su) 2006/03/12 10:00pm TV:3 ENTER 3 HDD Media : Quality : X P Mode : L P Rate : 2.
HDD DVD-RAM 1 title is created by recording at a time, which includes 1 chapter. By dividing it into several chapters, it will be easier to access a desired scene, and your editing or playback will be much easier. Playback Notes • Chapters cannot be created in the following modes: Dubbing / Fast-reverse, Fast-forward / Slow-motion • You cannot divide a title of a DVD-R/RW disc into chapters.
Editing Creating your own title – 2: Dividing a recorded title into several chapters (Continued) 3 Press / to select “Chapter function”, then press ENTER. The submenu appears. e.g.
Introduction Recording 6 At a point where you want to make a chapter division, press PAUSE. The picture pauses. PAUSE e.g. EDIT MENU HDD Chapter Editing Fishing Guide Original Aspect Ratio 4:3 Title:004 00:00:00 Chapter:0001 Playback Location 00:00:21:24F Divide To create new chapter, select desired start point via remote. To set, press enter. 00:54:30 B ENTER / / to select “Divide,” then press Editing 7 Press / ENTER.
Editing Creating your own title – 2: Dividing a recorded title into several chapters (Continued) Notes • This recorder supports a limited number of chapters on a disc. If exceeded, a message appears. In this event, reduce the number of chapters by merging chapters. ( page 91) • “EDIT MENU Chapter Editing” can also be viewed by selecting “Chapter Editing” from “EDIT MENU Main Menu”. e.g. EDIT HDD Main Menu MENU Chapter Editing Chapters can be divided on frame basis.
1) Perform steps 1 to 5 on pages 87 to 88, to view the EDIT MENU Chapter Editing display. 3) Press QUICK MENU. e.g. EDIT MENU Chapter Create HDD Quick Menu Chapter break edit mode 2006/03/30 05:09pm CH:3 Original Aspect Ratio 4:3 Location 00:00:00:03F Divide To create new chapter, select desired start point via remote. To set, press enter.
Editing Creating your own title (Continued) 3: Collecting necessary scenes HDD DVD-RAM Create a “Playlist” to omit unnecessary scenes for dubbing, or compile desired scenes. 1 Press CONTENT MENU. “CONTENT MENU Title List” appears. CONTENT MENU Start 2 Press QUICK MENU. Quick Menu appears. QUICK MENU 3 Pressing the HDD or DVD button can switch the drives. e.g.
Introduction Recording 4 Press / to select “Playlist editing”, then press ENTER. “EDIT MENU Playlist editing” appears. e.g. EDIT Playlist Editing HDD MENU ENTER / Start to select a title or chapter. e.g. EDIT Playlist Editing HDD MENU button.
Editing Creating your own title – 3: Collecting necessary scenes (Continued) 7 Press / to select a point where you want to insert the item, then press ENTER. If there are no parts in the lower area, leave the cursor to the left and press ENTER button. ENTER The selected part is inserted at the location of the cursor. e.g. EDIT Playlist Editing HDD MENU Title: 2006/03/30 10:30am B Source:Title Original Object :Title PlayList Entire Time: 00:13:45 Start A 8 Repeat steps 5 to 7 to insert items.
1) From EDIT MENU Playlist editing, press / / / to select a part to cancel. Introduction Canceling selection of a part Note • You cannot edit a title (Playlist) of still pictures, or a title (Playlist) which contains both still and moving pictures. 3) Press / to select “Cancel selected title”, then press ENTER. The part you have selected is canceled. 1) Press EDIT MENU. “EDIT MENU Main Menu” appears. 2) Press / / / to select “Playlist editing,” then press ENTER. “EDIT MENU Playlist editing” appears.
Editing Creating your own title – 3: Collecting necessary scenes (Continued) Making a Playlist of recorded contents where starting times are the same (i.e. daily or weekly recordings) This will help to sort serials. 1) From “CONTENT MENU Title List”, press QUICK MENU. 2) Press / to select “Edit function”, then press ENTER. 3) Press / to select the item. “Playlist(Mon-Fri)” To sort out programs recorded on the same time on Monday to Friday to make a Playlist.
You can dub (copy or move) contents recorded in the HDD or DVD-RAM/R/RW, between HDD and DVD-RAM drive or within the same drives. Learn about dubbing on this recorder to select the best method.
Editing Creating your own title – 4: Dubbing to save (Continued) High speed dubbing High speed dubbing of several parts Rate conversion dubbing Rate conversion dubbing of several parts Line-U dubbing HDD Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DVD-RAM Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DVD-R/RW (Not finalized yet) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes HDD Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DVD-RAM Yes Yes No No No HDD Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes DVD-R/RW No No No No No From To HDD DVD-RAM DVD-R/RW • • • • It is not possible to c
Introduction Recording and playback while dubbing Dubbing process by “High speed dubbing” and “Dub selected items” procedures will allow you to make a recording or playback of other titles.
Editing Creating your own title – 4: Dubbing to save (Continued) A: High speed dubbing (Dubbing only a specified part) HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R This section explains how to dub a specific title or chapter. To select several parts and dub them all at once, refer to page 102. 1 2 Start Press CONTENT MENU, then press to select a title. / / Press QUICK MENU. The Quick Menu appears. QUICK MENU 3 Press / to select “High speed dubbing” from the Quick Menu, then press ENTER.
Introduction ENTER to select “Copy”, “Move” or “Same Copy: After the operation is completed, a specified part will remain on the disc where it was previously located. Move: A part will move to the opposite disc and will be erased from the disc where it was previously located. Same Disc: A part will be copied to the same disc and the copied part will become another title. This operation is useful to change a Playlist to Original. “Copy” or “Move” is automatically selected in the following cases.
Editing Creating your own title – 4: Dubbing to save (Continued) A: High speed dubbing (Dubbing specified parts together) HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R This section explains how to copy several specific titles or chapters. Assigned names of titles/chapters or other information can also be copied. A title or chapter becomes a title by being copied. 1 Start Press HDD or DVD to select a disc that contains titles or chapters you want to copy. HDD DVD 2 Press EDIT MENU.
Introduction Recording 4 Press / / / to select a part (a title or chapter) to copy. • To go to the next or previous page, press PICTURE SEARCH ( / ) button. ENTER • To select a chapter, first select the title that contains the chapter you want, then press button. To go back to the title display, press button again. HDD MENU Source will be Title. Original DVD Editing 5 Dub To: Title Playback e.g. EDIT Dub Selected Items Press ENTER. B A A cursor appears in the lower area (destination media).
Editing Creating your own title – 4: Dubbing to save (Continued) 7 Repeat steps 4 to 6. You can confirm the available space of the destination media via the bar at the bottom of the display. Each of the collected parts is recorded on the destination media as a title. • To cancel selection of an individual part, see 8 page 109. Press / to select “Start”, press ENTER, and select “Yes”, then press ENTER. ENTER The broadcast picture appears and dubbing starts.
Introduction Cancelling selection of an item e.g. EDIT MENU Dub Selected Items Quick Menu HDD Cancel selected title Preview Preview all selected items Title information Clear all selected items Auto power off Exit Dub To: Original DVD Playback Capacity Title Recording 1) Press / / / to select an item then press QUICK MENU. Quick Menu appears. Start B A 2) Press / to select “Cancel selected title” (or “All clear” for cancelling selection of multiple items at a time). Editing 3) Press ENTER.
Editing Creating your own title – 4: Dubbing to save (Continued) B: Rate conversion dubbing (Dubbing at a modified bit rate) HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R You can reduce the recorded picture or sound rate when copying. This procedure enables content originally recorded onto the HDD at high rate setting to be dubbed onto a DVD-RAM disc at a reduced bit rate.
Introduction ENTER to select “Copy” or “Same Disc”. Copy: After the operation is completed, a specified part will remain on the disc where it was previously located. Same Disc: A part will be copied to the same disc and the copied part will become another title. Confirm picture and sound rates. QUICK MENU Playback 6 / Recording 5 Press To make changes, follow the procedure below. 1) Press QUICK MENU button to display Quick Menu. e.g.
Editing Creating your own title – 4: Dubbing to save (Continued) Rate Conversion Dubbing for multiple parts 1 2 Start Press HDD or DVD to select a disc containing the parts you want to dub. Press EDIT MENU. “EDIT MENU Main Menu” appears. EDIT MENU 3 Press / to select “Rate Conv. Items”, then press ENTER. “EDIT MENU Rate Conv. Items” appears. ENTER e.g. EDIT MENU Rate Conv. Items HDD Dub To: 4 Title Original DVD Collect parts to be dubbed, using steps 4 to 6 page 103.
To change the setting, perform the following steps. 1) Press QUICK MENU button to display Quick Menu. 2) Press / buttons to select “User record quality” and press ENTER button. 3) Press ADJUST ( / ) button to select the setting number and press ENTER button. When “Copy” on the bottom shows “X”, the selected parts are beyond the disc capacity. Change the rate for picture and sound quality or reduce parts to dub. Recording Press / to select “Start”, and select “Yes”, then press ENTER.
Editing Creating your own title – 4: Dubbing to save (Continued) C: Line-U dubbing (Recording pictures while viewing them) HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R You can record the picture being played back in either disc, or to the other disc, if the content is not copy-protected. page 112), back to the HDD. This procedure can be used also to copy contents of a DVD-R/RW you created ( Preparation • Make sure that the destination disc has adequate available remaining space.
Introduction STOP Playing stops, and a black screen returns. Press HDD. Playback 7 Recording 6 When playback of contents you want to copy is finished, press STOP. HDD Editing 8 Press STOP. Recording stops. STOP Library RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p097-111 111 06.1.17, 7:24 PM Others 111 Function setup Notes • The following combinations of a source and a destination disc are possible.
Editing DVD-RW DVD-R Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW Content stored on the HDD of the recorder can be edited and copied to a DVD-R/RW, a popular media for distribution, and played on a compatible DVD video player. Notice • Beforehand confirm the contents of a disc. If you use a DVD-R disc, prepare a new one. This DVD-Video creation procedure is possible only once per disc on this recorder. Once you have copied to a DVD-R, you cannot redo, add, delete, or correct the copied contents in the disc.
Introduction “EDIT MENU Main Menu” appears. EDIT MENU e.g. EDIT MENU HDD Main Menu Chapter Editing Edit Functions Title Merge Divide 2 3 4 5 Playback Playlist Editing Dub Selected Items Rate Conv. Items Combine ORG Title DVD-Video Creation DVD-Video Finalizing Del Selected Items 1 1 Source DV Recording Chapter Editing Chapters can be divided on frame basis. Chapters can be merged and assigned names. Press / to select “DVD-Video Creation”, then press ENTER.
Editing Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW (Continued) 4 Press ENTER. A cursor appears in the lower area (destination media). ENTER e.g. EDIT MENU DVD-Video Create (Selected Items) HDD Sourece: Title Original Creating Media: DVD Cursor Next Capacity B 5 A Press / to select a location to place the selected part, then press ENTER. If there are no parts in the lower area, leave the cursor to the left and press ENTER button. ENTER The selected part is inserted into the location of the cursor. e.
to select “Next”, then press A screen is displayed to select options. DVD Video Creation(Option Settings) Menu Create Start Play Title+Chapter Menu Title After play one title Menu Next Title Menu Title 1 Set Aspect Ratio None Original Parts Test 4:3 fixed Stop All Test 16:9 fixed / / / Playback Return Next A B Press None Title 1 After play final title Writing Test Chapter Recording e.g. EDIT MENU ENTER 8 Introduction 7 Press / ENTER. to set the items.
Editing Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW (Continued) 10 Press to select “Next”, then press ENTER. A display of title menu selection appears if “Menu Create” is set to “Title+Chapter” or “Title” at step 7. ENTER page 119), go to the To view your captured images ( next page. e.g. EDIT MENU DVD Video Creation(Title Menu Select) MR.
Introduction 13 Press ENTER on “EDIT MENU DVD-Video Creation (Chapter Menu Select)” display. A confirmation message is displayed. Recording ENTER ENTER / to select “Yes”, then press ENTER. Playback 14 Press The current broadcast picture appears and dubbing starts. The progress is displayed on the screen and in the front panel display on the recorder. When the process is completed, a message “Create another DVD-Video now?” appears (except when “Auto power off” (see below) is set).
Editing Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW (Continued) Notes • The number of titles that you can write on a DVD-R/RW disc is limited (99 titles. Each title should have 99 chapters or less). If you have a large number of titles or chapters, you may not be able to write due to the limitation of the DVD specifications. Also, even if the number of titles and chapters is within the limit, you may not be able to write if you have a large number of menu items.
You can select favorite scenes from the recorded contents and use them as menus of DVD-Video page 116) DVD-R/RW. Created ( To delete all captured images, select “Delete all menus”. 3) Press QUICK MENU. 4) Press / to select “Save captured images”. 5) Select a scene. Locate a scene using the buttons such as PLAY, SLOW, FRAME or PAUSE, etc. e.g.
Editing Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW (Continued) To improve legibility of characters on menus Press / / / to set “Back ground color” to “On”. Then select “Color” (“White” or “Black”) according to the menu’s tone, and set “Permeation Ratio”, which sets the how translucent the selected Back ground color is. The higher the ratio, the Back ground color will be more translucent but the lower legibility of characters. To change the character color Press / / / to select from 12 colors.
Introduction If a message appears while selecting a part Recording You may receive a message, such as “Selection of Writing Test in the next option setting is recommended to check whether Aspect Ratio coexists”. If a copyprohibited content is included, or if the aspect ratio is changed meanwhile, cancel the selection. If you are not sure, select Writing Test (“Parts Test” or “All Test”). Playback Note • Depending on selection or condition of items, copying may result in failure.
Editing DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-Video finalizing process The recorder processes recorded data in a DVD-R/RW disc so that it can be played on other compatible devices. Important • You cannot rewrite data onto a disc after you execute the DVD-Video finalizing process. However, the disabled rewritability of page 125). On DVD-R discs, canceling of the DVDa DVD-RW disc can be restored by canceling the process of the disc ( Video finalizing process is not available.
Introduction / / to select. As you select each item, its function is explained. ENTER When “Menu Create” is set to “None”: “Start play” and “After play one title” are automatically omitted. Press / ENTER. to select “Next”, then press Playback 5 / Recording 4 Press Information on data to be processed appears. e.g. EDIT MENU DVD-Video Finalize(Disc Information) ENTER Disc name Edit Name Total time Editing Total title number 11 1 hour 24 min.
Editing DVD-Video finalizing process (Continued) 7 Press / / / press ENTER. to select the title menu, then A display of chapter menu selection appears if “Menu Create” is set to “Title+Chapter” or “Chapter” at step 3. ENTER 8 Press / / / to select the chapter menu. A selected menu is applied to all chapters. You cannot allocate a menu to each chapter. ENTER If you press button, you can preview the selected menu. To return, press O button.
Introduction Recording Notes • DVD-R/RW discs recorded on this recorder may not be recognized on other devices unless you execute DVDVideo finalizing process to them. • You can record onto a DVD-R disc additionally to the limit of the disc capacity, unless you execute the DVD-Video finalizing process to it. Deleting of recorded titles is also possible, however, the disc space cannot be restored.
Editing Other editing functions Changing the picture on CONTENT MENU HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R You can register your favorite scene as a thumbnail displayed on CONTENT MENU. On a finalized DVD-R/RW disc, this feature is not available. 1 2 Start Press CONTENT MENU, then press to select a title. / Press QUICK MENU. Quick Menu appears. QUICK MENU 3 / e.g.
Introduction PLAY At the point where you want to capture a thumbnail image, press PAUSE. e.g. CONTENT MENU Create Thumbnail Playback 5 Locate a scene you want to capture as a thumbnail. You can use the following buttons. PICTURE SEARCH, FRAME, SLOW, SKIP, PAUSE, etc. Recording 4 Press PLAY to start playback. HDD PAUSE 2006/03/24 11:00pm Ch:6 (0:29:50) Original Location 00:06:25:23F 00:00:00 Title:002 Chapter:0001 Editing Select desired thumbnail image via remote. To set, press enter.
Editing Other editing functions (Continued) Combining two titles (Original) into one HDD DVD-RAM Use this feature to combine two titles into one. The second title is deleted as the second title is added to the end of the first title. 1 2 Start Press HDD or DVD to select a disc that contains titles or chapters you want to merge. Press EDIT MENU. “EDIT MENU Main Menu” appears. EDIT MENU 3 Press / to select “Combine ORG Title”, then press ENTER. “EDIT MENU Combine ORG Title” appears. e.g.
Introduction ENTER It is fixed at the left side at the beginning. Press ENTER button. The selected part moved into the location of the cursor. e.g. EDIT MENU Combine ORG Title HDD Original Playback Object : Title HDD For source, only 2 titles (original) can be selected. After combined, the second title is included into the first one. Start combining Title: A B Editing 7 Perform steps 4 to 6 and select the second title. You cannot select the same title.
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Library HDD DVD-RAM Using Library data The recorder has a “Library Management” database which memorizes various properties of recordings made on this recorder, including date, media, title, genre, etc. Using this database, you can search for desired or available discs. You can utilize Library data as follows. • To search for a DVD-RAM disc that contains a desired title. • To check or change information of a title or disc. • To check the remaining space of a DVD-RAM disc.
Library HDD DVD-RAM Searching for a desired title Changing the listing order Sort by genre / Recording 1) From Quick Menu, select “Arrange” by then press ENTER. The submenu appears. Sort by disc(DVD) Summary LIBRARY Title (All Titles) MENU No. 1/ 2 Quick Menu Date Day Time pm pm pm pm pm pm pm HDD 2006/03/ 8 We 9:00 pm HDD 2006/03/ 7 Tu 10:27 pm CH Genre 3/21 (Tu) 2:49 pm Title Name Arrange by title name Arrange by2004/06/20 disc no. 07:00pm ... 5 genre 11:00pm ...
Library Searching for a desired title (Continued) Jumping Appoint disc no. The on-screen keyboard appears. Jump e.g. 1) From the Quick Menu, select “Jump” by then press ENTER. The submenu appears. e.g. Summary LIBRARY Title (All Titles) MENU No. 1/ 2 Quick Menu Date Day Time DVD space remaining discSu no.
Library HDD DVD-RAM Viewing Library data Introduction This section explains how to check and maintain the Library data. Viewing title information “Lock” Set the protection for the currently selected title. The protection icon “ ” appears. Title information e.g. CONTENT Title information MENU Title : 006 3CH 2006 3/12(Su) 2006/03/12 10:00pm TV:3 (2:06:32) Documentary/Culture(General) Original Chapter : 0001 (0:04:15) Note • When you change settings of a DVD-RAM disc, load the DVD-RAM disc.
Library Viewing Library data (Continued) Maintenance of Library data The recorder usually controls the Library database system automatically. However, in the following cases, you must maintain and create data manually. Registering a disc manually 1) Load a DVD-RAM disc that contains information you want to add. 2) Press LIBRARY. • When you want to add information about a title, (for example when you use a DVD-RAM disc recorded on another device, etc.), to the Library system of the recorder. page 136).
Deleting all the Library information only When the Library database is full (3000 entries).→ Select “Del title information”. Use this feature when you want to rearrange the whole Library information from the beginning. 1) Press LIBRARY. 1) Press LIBRARY. / to select a title. 2) Press QUICK MENU. 3) Press / to select “Library management” and press ENTER. 3) Press QUICK MENU. 4) Press / to select “Library management” then press ENTER. 6) Press / to select “Yes”, then press ENTER.
Library Viewing Library data (Continued) Saving the Library data in a DVD-RAM disc 1) Load a DVD-RAM disc to save the Library data. 2) Press LIBRARY. 3) Press QUICK MENU. 4) Press / to select “Library management”, then press ENTER. 5) Press / to select “Create backup”, then press ENTER. 6) Press / to select “Yes”, then press ENTER. To cancel, select “No”. Re-installing the backup data 1) Load the DVD-RAM disc containing the Library database. 2) Press LIBRARY. 3) Press QUICK MENU.
Library HDD DVD-RAM Checking remaining space Introduction You can check the remaining space of each disc prior to recording. Viewing a number and space of a disc DVD all disc no. Viewing remaining space DVD space remaining To recheck the remaining space for a different “User record quality” setting Note • You can rearrange the list by selecting “Arrange”, “Narrowing” or “Jump” from Quick Menu. Playback 1) Press QUICK MENU. Quick Menu appears.
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Function setup HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD Customizing the function settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. 1 Press SETUP. The following setup display appears. SETUP e.g. DVD player settings DVD disc menu language English DVD audio language English No subtitle DVD subtitle language DVD d i l O 2 Press / to select the icon of a group that contains a desired item, then press ENTER. SETUP For details on each setting, see the next page.
Details Page DVD player settings DVD disc menu language To select a preferred language for disc menus. 146 To select a preferred language for the sound track. 146 To select a preferred language for subtitles. 146 To turn on or off a function that makes faint sounds easier to hear even if you lower the volume during late-hour playback. 147 To turn on or off the vocal output during DVD KARAOKE disc playback. 147 DVD-VIDEO DVD parental lock To turn the parental lock function on or off.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) Setting Details Page Display settings TV shape To select a picture size according to the aspect ratio of your TV. 151 To activate or deactivate the operational status display (e.g., ) on the TV screen. 151 To select the transparency of the on-screen menus relative to background pictures. 151 Startup screen To turn on or off the start-up screen setting that makes the background picture appear automatically when turning on the power.
Setting Details Page User record quality 153 To make further settings when you cannot adjust the image quality with “Custom picture setting” of the “Picture/audio settings”. 153 To select the black level of recording pictures. 153 To set the aspect ratio for DVD-R recording. 154 To set the audio for DVD-R recording. 154 To set whether or not chapters are to be automatically created at a specified interval for DVD-R recording. 154 To activate or deactivate the 3D digital noise reduction.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) DVD player settings DVD disc menu language e.g. DVD-VIDEO DVD player settings DVD disc menu language English DVD audio language English DVD subtitle language No subtitle DVD dynamic range control On Karaoke vocal Off English: To display disc menus in English. French: To display disc menus in French. 1) Obtain the language code of the preferred language from the Language code list ( page 165). Spanish: To display disc menus in Spanish.
Introduction DVD parental lock 4) Press ENTER button. DVD dynamic range control DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO Off: The DVD Dynamic Range Control does not function. The DVD Dynamic Range Control functions. Karaoke vocal Select this to activate Parental Lock function or to change the setting. After pressing ENTER button, follow steps 1) – 3) below. Off: Deactivate the Parental Lock function. After pressing ENTER button, follow step 1) below.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) Country/Area AUSTRALIA BELGIUM CANADA CHINA CHINA HONG KONG DENMARK FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY INDONESIA ITALY JAPAN MALAYSIA NETHERLANDS NORWAY PHILIPPINES RUSSIAN FEDERATION SINGAPORE SPAIN SWEDEN SWITZERLAND TAIWAN THAILAND UNITED KINGDOM UNITED STATES Code AU BE CA CN HK DK FI FR DE ID IT JP MY NL NO PH RU SG ES SE CH TW TH GB US To change the limitation level of Parental Lock function Follow step 1) - 3) above.
Introduction Picture/Audio settings Pause/Still HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO Normal setting. Pause the moving image without blurring. Frame: Displays high resolution still image. Output Black level HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD You can adjust the black level of the output signal. Standard: Normal black level. Enhanced: Editing To display deeper, richer black than in “Standard” setting.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) Play DNR HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO Analog 2ch: VCD Selects a setting for playback at a reduced noise level. Press / buttons to select an item then select “On” or “Off” using / buttons. DNR is the abbreviation for Digital Noise Reduction. 3D-DNR: Off: Not activated. On: Reduces the noise levels of brightness signals and color signals present in the video signal during playback.
Introduction Display settings TV shape HDD Off: DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO Deactivates the screen protector function. On: Activates the screen protector function. For details on this setting, see “TV shape setting” ( page 46, “INSTALLATION GUIDE”). Note • Toshiba does not guarantee that this function protects the TV screen by all means. Recording Select a picture size according to the aspect ratio of your TV.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) Operational settings Operation beep HDD Instant replay interval DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-VIDEO VCD CD Turn on or off a confirmation beeper announcing when a command is received. Sets how far back is replayed when INSTANT REPLAY button is pressed. Off: 5 sec. : 10 sec. : 30 sec. : 5 min. Turns off the beep sound. On: Title thumbnail point Turns on the beep sound.
Introduction DVD recorder operation User record quality HDD Picture record mode DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R HDD e.g. User record quality DVD SP Rate 6.6 4.6 ––– 4.6 D/M1 Audio quality L-PCM D/M1 3 LP 2.2 D/M1 4 Manual 6.0 D/M2 Manual 3.2 D/M1 5 Total recording time: approx. 71min. (with 4.7 GB unused) SETUP 1) Press / / / buttons to select the desired item (“Mode”, “Rate”, or “Audio quality”). 2) Press ADJUST button to change the setting of each item.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) Aspect ratio(Video mode) DVD-RW DVD-Video:CHP create DVD-RW DVD-R DVD-R To set the aspect ratio when recording onto a DVD-R/RW disc. To set whether chapters are to be automatically created at a selected interval during DVD-R/RW recording. 4:3: Off: Fixes the aspect ratio at 4:3. 16:9: 5 min. : 10 min. : 15 min. : 20 min. Fixes the aspect ratio at 16:9. Note • When the bit rate on “User record quality” is set to “1.0(Mbps)” and “1.
Introduction Management settings Relay recording HDD Genre setting DVD-RAM HDD Off: Deactivates this function. DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R This registers a frequently used genre name onto the menu. Genre names registered here are displayed in the “Genre” on Quick Menu. 1) Press / buttons to select a position in the “Current genre list” you want to change, then press ENTER button.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) HDD auto stop HDD format HDD HDD Off: Turns off the HDD auto stop mode. On: Turns the HDD drive off after recorder is idle for approximately 5 minutes. When PLAY or REC button is pressed for the HDD while the HDD drive is turned off, it takes a little longer time to play or record. Initializes the HDD. Normally it is not required to initialize the HDD.
Introduction Initial settings Language To set a preferred language for on-screen displays. Recording English: To view on-screen display in English. French: To view on-screen display in French. Time & Date setting 1) Press clock. / / and ADJUST ( / Playback To set the clock manually if it is not set correctly. ) to set the buttons: ADJUST ( / Editing To select “Year”, “Date”, “Time”, “am/pm”, or “Time zone”. ) buttons: To change the date.
Function setup Customizing the function settings (Continued) Setting of picture and sound quality for recording “Audio quality” D/M1 D/M2 L-PCM “Mode” DVD HDD DVD HDD DVD HDD SP Yes Yes Yes Yes No No LP Yes Yes Yes Yes No No MN (Manual) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 158 RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p141-158 158 06.1.
Others Before calling service personnel Output sound conversion table Error codes on the display window Recording duration Language code list Specification RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p159-169 159 06.1.
Others Before calling service personnel If you experience any of the following difficulties while using this unit, check the list below before consulting your nearest Toshiba dealer. Power Playback The power is not turned on. A DVD or CD does not play. • The power cord is not connected securely. → Connect the power cord securely. • The format of the recorded data does not correspond to this recorder, or the region number is neither “1” nor “ALL”. → Check the disc.
Introduction Recording Remote control Cannot be recorded on the HDD. Library • The DVD mode is selected. → Press HDD button. • The disc space of the HDD is not sufficient. → Delete unwanted data ( page 55) or move the contents to DVD-RAM discs ( page 100). • Some causes such as power failure may set the recorder to reject the operation to protect the HDD. → Copy necessary contents recorded in the HDD to a DVD-RAM disc, and initialize the HDD. Clock The clock blinks. → Set the clock ( page 157).
Others Output sound conversion table Audio setting ( Bitstream Disc Sound format BITSTREAM/ PCM jack Bitstream 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit 48 kHz/16 bit DVD48 kHz/16 bit video 48 kHz/16 bit disc* 48 kHz/16 bit Bitstream DTS Bitstream MPEG2 44.1 kHz/16 bit VIDEO CD MPEG1 Audio Linear PCM 44.1 kHz/16 bit 44.
Others Error codes on the display window Error code Description ERR-01 Error detected in the physical format. ERR-10 Exceeded volume detected. ERR-11 Exceeded number of titles detected. ERR-12 Exceeded number of chapters detected. ERR-13 Copy protection information detected. ERR-14 DVD disc access error detected. ERR-15 Other errors detected. ERR-16 HDD access error detected. ERR-17 Wide image recorded at 1.4 Mbps detected. ERR-18 Different aspects detected in the same part.
Others Recording duration Sound rate Picture quality rate 1.0 1.4 2.0 2.2 2.4 2.6 2.8 3.0 3.2 3.4 3.6 3.8 4.0 4.2 4.4 4.6 4.8 5.0 5.2 5.4 5.6 5.8 6.0 6.2 6.4 6.6 6.8 7.0 7.2 7.4 7.6 7.8 8.0 8.2 8.4 8.6 8.8 9.0 9.
Others Language code list Introduction Table of languages and their abbreviations Abbreviation Portuguese Quechua Rhaeto-Romance Kirundi Rumanian Russian Kinyarwanda Sanskrit Sindhi Sango Serbo-Croatian Singhalese Slovak Slovenian Samoan Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho Sundanese Swedish Swahili Tamil Telugu Tajik Thai Tigrinya Turkmen Tagalog Setswana Tongan Turkish Tsonga Tatar Twi Ukrainian Urdu Uzbek Vietnamese Volapük Wolof Xhosa Yoruba Zulu 165 RD-XS35SU/SC_Ope_E_p159-169 165 06.1.
Others Specification ■ Power requirement during operation 34.0W ■ Power requirement at standby ??.?W (“Front Display” : “On”) ??.?W (“Front Display” : “Off”) ■ Power supply ■ COMPONENT output (Y, PB, PR) Y output (green), 1.0Vp-p (75Ω), Sync signal negative, Pin jack x 1 system PB, PR output (blue, red), 0.7Vp-p (75Ω), Pin jack x 1 system each ■ AUDIO input 2.0V (rms), 22kΩ or above, pin jack (L, R) x 3 systems 2 at rear, 1 in front 120V AC, 60 Hz ■ Mass ■ AUDIO output ?.
Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C,. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS DAV PRODUCT AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE. Recording DAV PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE U.S.A. AND USED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, CANADA AND MEXICO, ARE NOT COVERED BY THESE WARRANTIES.
How to Obtain Warranty Services If, after following all of the operating instructions in this manual and checking the section “Before calling service personnel”, you find that service is needed: (1) For instructions on how to obtain warranty service for your DAV Product, contact TACP’s Consumer Solution Center toll-free at 1-800-631-3811.
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Introduction DIGITAL VIDEO HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER Connections RD-XS35SU RD-XS35SC OWNER’S MANUAL Basic setup INSTALLATION GUIDE Read this booklet first. H P000453930 PM0025865010 RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p01 © 2006 Toshiba Corporation 1 06.2.
Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE ATTENTION RISQUE DEPAS OUVRIR WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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. These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 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.
Introduction ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 18. Do not place anything on top of this unit. 23. During thunderstorms, do not touch the connecting cables or the apparatus. Basic setup 24.
Introduction Precautions Notes on handling Never disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet while the recorder is not in standby mode, unless it is in an emergency. Doing so may cause malfunction. When shipping the recorder, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the recorder.
Notes on the unit and the HDD Introduction Do not give a shock or shake (especially during operation). Do not use in a shaky or unstable location. Hold the unit horizontally. Do not cover the ventilation holes for the cooling fan of the unit. Do not use in a place where the temperature rises or changes rapidly. Do not disconnect the power plug from a wall outlet while the unit is turned on.
Introduction Precautions (Continued) Notes on moisture condensation Moisture condensation damages the unit. Please read the following carefully. Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way, moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the unit.
Recording Can be recorded Copy HDD DVD-RAM disc Can be copied DVD-R/RW Content is not copyright protected The TV Guide On Screen system is manufactured under license from Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates.
Introduction Installation procedure Accessories Read carefully “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “Precautions”. ( pages 2 to 9) Remote control Batteries (AAA) x 2 Coaxial cable Check the supplied accessories. (See right) Load the batteries in the remote control. ( page 18) Video/Audio cable Connect an antenna to the recorder. ( page 20) Connect a cable box or satellite system to the recorder. ( pages 22 to 25) G-LINK™ cable Connect the recorder to a TV.
Introduction About this product Some differences Recording Restrictions and Copyright 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 discs, with some dubbing and editing restrictions.
Introduction Choosing a disc When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programs from the HDD to a recordable DVD, load an appropriate disc into the recorder. There are many types and formats of discs. Please use the following information to select an appropriate disc. Notes • Handle the disc according to the disc instruction manual. • Toshiba cannot guarantee that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected.
For playback only Disc Mark Remarks • 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.) • Region number 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 1 or ALL , or the disc is encoded to permit playback only in regions other than Region 1, disc playback will not be allowed by the recorder.
Introduction Choosing a disc (Continued) On DVD-RAM discs 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. The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVDRAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with another manufacturer’s equipment or PC, contain a large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity.
On DVD-R discs Marks on DVD video discs DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used for recording and playback. Discs compatible with the following recording speeds can also be used: Ver. 2.0/2X Ver. 2.0/4X Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/8X Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/16X Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.” etc. Mark Number of audio streams recorded in the disc. (2 streams such as English and Japanese in this example.
Introduction Choosing a disc (Continued) Structure of disc contents On handling discs Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks. Do not touch the playback side of the disc. DVD video disc Title 1 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Yes Playback side Do not stick paper or tape to discs.
Introduction Table of Contents Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................... 2 Precautions ........................................................................................................................... 6 Installation procedure ........................................................................................................ 10 Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................
Introduction Preparation of the remote control 1 Open the cover. 2 Insert batteries (AAA size). Caution • Never throw batteries into a fire. Notes • Be sure to use AAA size batteries. • Batteries should always be disposed of with the environment in mind. Always dispose of batteries in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. • If the remote control does not operate correctly, or if the operating range becomes reduced, replace batteries with new ones.
Connection procedure 1 Connections “Connecting an antenna and TV” ( page 20) Connect your recorder to your TV or stereo system.
Connections Connecting an antenna and TV Connect your TV and the antenna to this recorder for recording and to view broadcast signals on the TV. 1 2 Disconnect the antenna cable from your TV, and connect it to the RF IN (FROM ANT.) terminal on the recorder. Using the supplied coaxial cable of this recorder, connect the RF OUT (TO TV) terminal to the TV. VHF/UHF antenna Antenna cable (not supplied) To RF IN (FROM ANT.
3 Connect to a TV equiped with audio/video inputs. Connect as below for watching received channels or recorded contents. Watching via the RF OUT terminal is not available. Introduction (red) To OUTPUT (R/L) (white) (yellow) To OUTPUT (VIDEO) To OUTPUT (S-VIDEO) S-Video cable (not supplied) Video/audio cable (supplied) To S-video input Connections If the TV has an S-video input, connect the recorder with an S-video cable. When using an S-video cable, do not connect the yellow video cable.
Connections Connecting to cable TV signal Choose one of the setup options below to connect the recorder to your cable signal. Connect the recorder to the TV using the audio/video cable. This set-up will allow you to: – record an unscrambled channel. – record an unscrambled channel while watching another (only when you connect a cable-compatible TV). You will need to: • on your TV select a desired channel to watch while recording a different channel using the recorder.
This set-up will allow you to: To download program listings the TV Guide On Screen™ system needs to be able to change channels on your cable box when the recorder is not in use. Please connect the supplied G-LINK™ cable to the G-LINK jack of the recorder. After you connect the G-LINK™ cable you will be able to control your cable box using the page 25 recorder’s remote control. Introduction – watch or record a channel through the cable box via the INPUT1 (VIDEO/L/R) jacks.
Connections Connecting to a satellite system Choose one of the following according to your type of satellite receiver. When the satellite receiver does not have audio/ video outputs 1 Connect a satellite antenna to the satellite receiver. 2 Connect the RF IN (FROM ANT.) terminal on the recorder and the RF OUT terminal of the satellite receiver. 3 Connect the RF OUT (TO TV) terminal on the recorder and the antenna input connector of the TV.
Connections Connecting the G-LINK™ cable 1 2 Connect the plug of the supplied G-LINK™ cable to the G-LINK jack on the recorder. Introduction To download program listings the TV Guide On Screen™ system needs to be able to change channels on your cable box when the recorder is not in use. Please connect the supplied G-LINK™ cable to the G-LINK jack of the recorder. After you connect the G-LINK™ cable you will be able to control your cable box using the recorder’s remote control.
Connections Connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs If your TV has component video inputs, you can obtain pictures in better quality. To PB VIDEO OUT To Y VIDEO OUT To PR VIDEO OUT TV or monitor equipped with component video (INTERLACED/ PROGRESSIVE) inputs Only video signals are output from the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks. (Audio signals are not output.) To obtain the sound, connect an audio system to the audio output terminals.
Connections Connecting to an audio system You can enjoy multichannel surround-sound such as 5.1 channel by connecting to an amplifier compatible with Dolby® Digital and DTS® sound. pages 20 to 21, 26. page 162 in “OPERATIONS GUIDE”.
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Basic setup Read this chapter for necessary settings to get started. When you use this recorder for the first time, be sure to perform A to C in this order. Proceed to D if necessary.
Basic setup Starting up the recorder After all the necessary connections, • Turn on the equipment connected to the recorder. • Select the corresponding video input on your television. Perform these selections whenever you operate the recorder. Turning the power on Press ON/STANDBY button from the remote control or on the front panel of the recorder. While the icon is flashing, the recorder is checking the status and reading data of the HDD and the DVD drive for startup.
If a message appears Press ON/STANDBY button from the remote control or on the front panel of the recorder. The recorder may display a message. Each message varies according to operational status. To respond, follow the examples below. The “Unloading” icon appears on the right corner of the top of the screen, and the ON/STANDBY indicator turns red. Then the power turns off. Message e.g.
Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup This step sets the recorder’s clock and tuner to record broadcasting TV programs. Once you complete this process there is generally no need to reset the clock. (However, if there are discrepancies in the recorder’s time display or changes made to receivable TV stations, you should make this setting again.) FOR SATELLITE USERS: The TV Guide System is NOT compatible with satellite DBS systems.
Setting up TV Guide On Screen™ Introduction 1 Setup selection Reminder Your DVD Recorder is equipped with the TV Guide On Screen™ Interactive Program Guide, which provides program listings, one-touch recording, and more –– all subscription FREE! Please follow the on-screen setup instructions to enable your TV Guide On Screen system now. Or, press the GUIDE Key on your DVD Recorder remote at any time.
Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup (Continued) 3 ZIP or postal code STEP 1: Identifying Your Location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 To supply your DVD Recorder with the correct program listings, the TV Guide On Screen system needs to know the town or city where your DVD Recorder is installed.
STEP 2: Configuring for Cable Your DVD Recorder has more than one input jack. To operate properly with your cable box, the TV Guide On Screen system needs to know which one your cable box is plugged into. You may have to look at the back of your DVD Recorder if you are unsure, as an incorrect selection will result in a blue or snowy screen while watching TV. Introduction 6 Cable input ENTER Please indicate which DVD Recorder input the cable box is plugged into.
Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup (Continued) 9 Cable box brand name STEP 2: Configuring for Cable Selecting the correct cable box brand from the list is needed to automatically receive program listings. If you do not know the cable box brand, please consult your cable provider. ENTER What brand of cable box is connected to this DVD Recorder? Not listed Archer Cable Cinema Cabletenna Press / to view and select more brands, then press ENTER.
ENTER Introduction STEP 2: Configuring for Cable The TV Guide On Screen system needs to locate the correct code for yourcable box brand in order to work properly. Is your cable box now tuned to channel 09? Yes No Test the code again / to select, then press ENTER. If your answer is “Yes”, and: • if you selected “TUNER” at step 6, you will go to step 13. • if you selected “Line 1” at step 6, you will go to step 12.
Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup (Continued) 14 Confirmation Congratulations! You have completed the setup of your TV Guide On Screen system.Up-to-date listings will begin loading over the next 24 hours when your DVD Recorder is powered off. ENTER It may take more than one day for all eight days of listings to update. During this period feel free to use your DVD Recorder. The guide will automatically receive updates during the period when your DVD Recorder is turned off.
Basic setup B: Language setting Select a preferred language for on-screen displays. Introduction 1 Press SETUP. The setup menu appears. SETUP e.g. Connections 2 Press / to select “Initial settings”, then press ENTER. Initial settings Language English Time & Date setting Guide and Clock reset Set Top Box setting ENTER Return Select Set SETUP Exit Refer to the guide on the bottom on each GUI for further programming related information. e.g.
Basic setup C: Satellite set top box setting Set your recorder to control channels of a connected satellite set top box. (DSS set top box control function) This setting is only for users who connect a DSS set top box. page 34, If you selected “Yes” at step 5 on you do not need to do this setting. Skip to “D: page 44). Output sound setting” ( STEP 2: Configuring for Cable You have indicated that you have cable service. Now the TV Guide On Screen system needs some additional information.
Not used: When a satellite set top box is not connected to the INPUT3 jacks of the recorder. Skip to step 8. FR AM E /A DJ US / ) to set “DBS” to “Not Introduction 4 Press ADJUST (or used” or “Use”. T Use: When a satellite set top box is connected to the INPUT3 jacks of the recorder. Off: Channels of the satellite set top box are selected by its own selector. Skip to step 8. ENTER On: The recorder can change channels of the satellite set top box.
Basic setup C: Satellite set top box setting (Continued) 8 Press ENTER. “Initial settings” menu returns. To exit the setting menu, press SETUP button. ENTER If you have set “IR control” to “On” at step 5 ( page 41), turn on your satellite set top box and confirm its channels are selected by the number buttons or CH/Page buttons of the recorder’s remote control. If not, shift the G-LINK™ wand of the G-LINK™ cable or try another brand code. “C: Satellite set top box setting” is complete.
Satellite set top box brand code DirecTV Drake Echostar Hitachi Hughes Magnavox Optimus Panasonic Philips Primestar ProScan RCA Samsung Sony Toshiba Uniden Zenith 106 093 092 091 091 094 094 096 091 092 097 097 097 098 090 094 101 100 099 099 095 095 099 100 103 103 103 102 102 105 105 102 105 Connections Codes Introduction Brands 095 Note • Some models of satellite set top box may not be controlled with this recorder. Basic setup 43 RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 43 06.2.
Basic setup D: Output sound setting Select the output sound setting corresponding to the connected TV or audio system. 1 Press SETUP to display the setup menu. SETUP 2 Press / to select “Picture/Audio settings”, then press ENTER. e.g.
ENTER / to select the output sound format. Bitstream: Select when connected to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1 and MPEG2 decoder. ( page 27) Introduction 4 Press OPTICAL Amplifier Connections The recorder outputs digital audio signals in the bitstream format when you play a DVD video disc recorded on the Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1 and MPEG2 recording system. Analog 2ch: Select when connected to a TV or audio system via the pages 21, 26) analog audio jacks.
Basic setup E: TV shape setting Select the picture shape according to the aspect ratio of your TV. 1 Press SETUP to display the setup menu. SETUP 2 Press / to select “Display settings”, then press ENTER. e.g. ENTER Display settings TV shape 4:3LB On screen display On Transparency 25% Startup screen On On Screen protector Background Blue Closed caption TV SETUP 3 Press / ENTER. to select “TV shape”, then press e.g.
ENTER / to select the picture shape. 4:3LB: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays theatrical images with masking bars above and below the picture. 16:9 wide: Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. 5 Basic setup 16:9 shrink: Select when a 16:9 wide TV is connected. When a 4:3 aspect ratio image has been elongated to 16:9 wide picture size, use this setting. Masking bars to the right and left appears. Connections 4:3 normal: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
Basic setup F: Remote control settings Take this step according to your preference and usage. Operating a TV with the remote control of this recorder The remote control of this recorder has a function to operate a TV. Preparation: Please find the brand code on the next page for the TV you wish to control. INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP EASY NAVI Menu TV Guide O CONTENT MENU 1 e.g.
Brand code table Brand name 49 0071 0311 0411 0841 0851 1341 1681 1781 1951 2491 Brand code 0051 0161 0271 0291 0361 0421 0501 0551 0621 0631 0661 0711 Philips 0051 0161 0271 0321 0361 Bell & Howell 0421 0461 0551 0631 0661 Citizen 0471 0551 0621 0711 2141 2351 Proton 0051 0161 0621 0651 2491 Curtis Mathes 0431 0531 0621 Quasar 0711 0741 0801 1401 2281 1561 2501 Radio Shack 0431 1521 2481 Emerson 0121 0141 0151 Radio Shack/Realistic 0051 0161 0381 0391 0431 0211 0351 0381 0541 0621 1431 1561 2501 0561 0
Basic setup F: Remote control settings (Continued) Operating the second and third TOSHIBA HDD/DVD video recorders with the remote control of this recorder Switches the codes to operate the recorder. If you use the second and third TOSHIBA HDD/DVD video recorders, set the different remote codes for each recorder to avoid confusion in the response of the recorders. Example: Setting this recorder’s remote control mode to DR 2, after another HDD/DVD recorder has been set to DR 1.
5 Introduction Setting up the remote control While pressing EASY NAVI, press 2. The remote control mode is set to “DR 2”. EASY NAVI Connections 2 Select the same mode that you have set to the recorder.
Limited United States Warranty Digital Audio Video (“DAV”) Product-Depot Repair Warranty Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C,. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS DAV PRODUCT AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE. DAV PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE U.S.A. AND USED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A.
How to Obtain Warranty Services Introduction If, after following all of the operating instructions in this manual and checking the section “Before calling service personnel”, you find that service is needed: (1) For instructions on how to obtain warranty service for your DAV Product, contact TACP’s Consumer Solution Center toll-free at 1-800-631-3811.
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