DRAFT Introduction Various settings DIGITAL VIDEO Disc playback Hi-Fi VCR & DVD VIDEO RECORDER D-VR4SU Tape playback Recording OWNER’S MANUAL Editing the disc Dubbing Additional information ©2005 Toshiba Corporation This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs.
Introduction Contents • Introduction •• •• • •• • •• • • CAUTION ............................................................. 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .............................. 5 Features .............................................................. 8 Disc ..................................................................... 9 Handling discs ................................................... 9 Discs which can be played back ........................ 9 Discs on which video can be recorded .........
Contents Tape playback •• • Loading and unloading a cassette tape ........ 48 Cassette tape playback ................................... 49 Special playback .............................................. 50 Picture search .................................................. 50 Still picture ....................................................... 50 Slow motion ..................................................... 50 Frame by frame picture ....................................
Introduction CAUTION CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. Introduction 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.
Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. 15.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 26. DISC Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction. Introduction 27.
Introduction Features Recording function Not only can you playback and record video tapes, but you can also playback DVD discs or make recordings using DVD-RAM, DVD-RW or DVD-R discs with this unit. In addition, you can enjoy editing the programs you record. Playback function Timer recording The timer recording system allows you to select the date, time and channel and record the desired programs. Up to 12 timer programs within a month can be stored in this unit.
Disc Media type DVD-Video Handling discs Removing the Disc from its case 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. Cleaning discs Wipe the disc with a clean, dry cloth from the center outward toward the edges. • Do not wipe the disc in a circular motion around the center. • Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. DVD-RAM Ver.2.0 Ver.2.1 DVD-RW Ver.1.0 Ver.1.1 Ver.1.2 Ver.1.
Introduction Disc Discs on which video can be recorded To record video with this unit, use the discs below: Media type Logo mark DVD-RAM Ver.2.0 Ver.2.1 DVD-RW Ver.1.0 Ver.1.1 Ver.1.2 Ver.1.1CPRM support DVD-R Ver.2.0 (Ver.2.0/4x/8x) NOTES: • There are some players that cannot playback discs that were recorded with this unit. We cannot guarantee the playback with other units. • This unit cannot record on DVD-RAM/RW/R discs that are 8 cm in diameter. • This unit cannot record on CD-RW/R.
Disc Disc playback in other players A DVD-Video has large partitions called “Titles”, and smaller partitions within them called “Chapters”. A music CD has other partitions called “Tracks”. A number is allotted to each partition and these numbers are called “title numbers”, “chapter numbers” or “track numbers”. DVD-RW/R recorded in this unit can be finalized. The disc can be played back in other players that can playback DVD-RW and DVD-R.
Introduction Parts and functions Front * This unit has a door on the front panel. Please open it to access the S-VIDEO jack and the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (INPUT 2) jacks.
Parts and functions Display window 2 P 1 No. Introduction 4 3 Display Description 1 Lights during video tape playback. Video tape is temporarily stopped. Lights during video tape recording. P Progressive scanning mode. Timer recording display. XP/SP/LP/SLP 4 DVD recording modes. XP, SP, LP or SLP can be selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED repeatedly. SP/SLP 2 VCR recording modes. SP or SLP can be selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED repeatedly.
Introduction Parts and functions Page Remote control OPEN/CLOSE EJECT PROGRESSIVE TV/VIDEO ON/STANDBY 0-9 INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP DISPLAY DVD VCR CH / DUBBING DVD MENU INPUT SELECT TOP MENU/TITLE MENU SETUP / TRK +/– / ENTER RETURN CANCEL Opens or Closes the tray. Ejects the cassette tapes Activates the progressive scanning mode. Select to operate TV/VIDEO Turns power on/off.
Parts and functions Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control: the battery compartment 2 Install two “AAA” batteries, pay- 3 Replace the compartment cover. 1 Open ing attention to the polarity diacover in the direction of the arIntroduction gram in the battery compartment. row. Battery precautions The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device: 1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified. 2.
Introduction Antenna connections If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a Cable TV subscriber, skip ahead to page 18 for the proper connections. ANTENNA TO DVD/VCR CONNECTION The DVD/VCR must be connected “between” the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and connect it to the DVD/VCR. Then connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antenna system to a DVD/VCR.
Antenna connections DVD/VCR TO TV CONNECTION TV UHF/VHF IN 75 ohm coaxial cable (supplied) 75 ohm coaxial cable (supplied) NOTE: If a UHF or VHF antenna is used, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the “TV” mode. TV with single 75 ohm UHF/VHF antenna input TV Splitter 75 ohm input 75/300 ohm outputs (not supplied) Introduction After you have connected the antenna to the DVD/VCR, you must connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting your DVD/VCR to a TV.
Introduction Cable TV connections Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. This DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box, except for those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to a special channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception.
Cable TV connections IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CABLE menu option is set to the “CABLE” mode. This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult your local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are many ways to connect your DVD/VCR to a cable system.
Introduction Connections with the TV or audio component The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video and audio components to the DVD/VCR is dependent on the model and features of each component. Check the Owner’s Manual provided with each component for the location of video and audio inputs and outputs. Connect to a TV with Audio/Video output You can enjoy playback by connecting the unit to a TV.
Connections with the TV or audio component Connect to a stereo amplifier with audio output You can enjoy high quality audio by connecting the audio output to your amplifier. Connect the audio output jacks to any line-level inputs (such as AUX, DVD, CD, etc.) of an audio amplifier.
Introduction Auto clock setting / Setting the video channel Auto clock setting Preparation: You must connect the antenna or cable before connecting the AC cord to the power source. WAIT 30 MINUTES with the power turned off, after the antenna or cable is connected, for the auto clock feature to activate. After the clock is set automatically, you may have to set the time zone and daylight saving time. (See page 26.) Press ON/STANDBY to turn on the DVD/VCR after the auto clock operation completed.
Various settings SETUP MENU The SETUP MENU consists of several menus where you can make various settings concerning language, audio functions, and images. In addition, this menu includes a clock, channel and other things that require setting just after purchase. For details of each menu, see the corresponding section in this chapter. Press or to select the desired submenu and 3 press ENTER. The screen for the selected submenu will appear.
Various settings Setting the language You can choose the language of the menu screen, DVD menu, DVD audio and subtitles. Selectable languages: Preparation: ENGLISH, FRANCAIS, ESPANOL The language you have selected will play if it is recorded on the disc. • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Select “LANGUAGE” from “SYSTEM SETUP”. For the procedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the SETUP MENU” on page 23. ORIGINAL The unit will select the first priority language of each disc.
Setting the parental control Some discs are specified as not suitable for children. This unit can prevent playback of such discs. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Select “PARENTAL” from “SYSTEM SETUP”. For the procedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the SETUP MENU” on page 23.
Various settings Setting the clock The clock is set to the correct time automatically, but it can also be set manually. The clock can be set for daylight saving time and time zone. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Select “CLOCK” from “SYSTEM SETUP”. For the procedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the SETUP MENU” on page 23.
Setting the disc You can format, protect, or finalize a disc. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Select “DISC SETUP” from “SYSTEM SETUP”. For the procedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the SETUP MENU” on page 23. NEW DISC FORMAT If you insert an unused DVD-RW disc, the disc is automatically formatted. If you use the DVD-RW (Ver.1.1/1.2), you can select the mode to be used for automatic format. Select “NEW DISC FORMAT” and select the mode from the list below.
Various settings Setting the disc / Other (SYSTEM SETUP) NOTES: • During the finalization the cursor will move repeatedly. When the finalization finished, “DISC FINALIZED” will appear. • The finalization process may require a few minutes to about 1 hour according to disc type or the amount of free space on the disc. • You can record or edit a finalized DVD-RW (in VR mode) by cancelling the finalizing, but you cannot do these operations with a DVD-RW (Video mode), or with a DVD-R.
Setting the screen This section describes settings about the screen. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Select “AV SETUP 1” from “AV SETUP”. For the procedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the SETUP MENU” on page 23. SETUP MENU AV SETUP 1 SYSTEM SETUP TV SCREEN 4:3 Letter box AV SETUP STILL MODE AUTOMATIC INPUT RECLINE1 SETUP VIDEO LINE2 INPUT CH SETUP VIDEO Field*: A field refers to the video information in onehalf of a frame. 1 frame (screen) consists of 2 fields.
Various settings Setting the image quality / Setting the audio This section describes image quality settings. This section describes audio settings. Preparation: Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Select “AV SETUP 2” in “AV SETUP”. For the procedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the SETUP MENU” on page 23. • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Select “AUDIO” from “AV SETUP”. For the procedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the SETUP MENU” on page 23.
Setting the audio / Setting the recording AUTO CHAPTER This unit is fitted with an SAP broadcast system that enables you to switch to a second audio program while viewing a selected channel. This function applies only when the program is broadcast in multiple languages through the SAP broadcast system. Select “SAP” and select “ON” to use SAP, and to not use it, select “OFF”. You can automatically make chapter marks on the DVD to be recorded.
Various settings Setting the channel / Setting other items This DVD/VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature that allows you to skip channels up or down to the next channel set in memory, hence skip over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the DVD/VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this DVD/ VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. To use this DVD/VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the TV mode.
Disc palyback Playback procedure Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) Press OPEN/CLOSE. 1 The disc tray will open. a disc. 2 Insert Disc without a cartridge 2G10101A P33-P39 33 OPEN/CLOSE to close the 3 Press disc tray. Disc playback NOTES: • If a non-compatible disc is loaded, “INCORRECT DISC”, “REGION CODE ERROR” or “PARENTAL ERROR” will appear on the TV screen according to the type of loaded disc.
Disc playback Playback by selecting a title When playing back a recorded disc, you can display the title menu and select the title to be played back. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Load a recorded DVD. • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) TITLE MENU. 1 Press The title menu will appear.
Checking media information Various information on the loaded disc can be displayed on the TV screen. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode. • Load the disc. • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) Press DISPLAY. 1 Media information will appear.
Disc playback Special playback Fast forward playback NOTE: There may be a slight delay between pressing the button and the function activation. Press SEARCH during normal playback. will increase the speed of the search Each press of SEARCH (x2), (x12), (x24), (x60). (The speed of the serch is increased up to only 2 steps in Audio CD.) • To resume normal playback, press PLAY. Review playback Press SEARCH during normal playback.
Instant skip / Locating a specific scene Instant skip Use this function to skip commercials while you playback. Press INSTANT SKIP during playback. The time jumps to a point approx. 30 seconds later and playback resumes. NOTE: With some DVD-Video, the Commercial skip operation may not work. Locating a specific scene Press PLAY MODE. 1 The play mode screen will appear. TIME SEARCH CHAPTER SEARCH TITLE SEARCH Disc playback Specify the time recorded on the disc, chapter or title to playback.
Disc playback Repeat playback Instant replay This feature can be used to repeat the last 10 seconds of viewed material, and continues to play as normal. Press INSTANT REPLAY during playback. The video returns to a point 10 seconds before and playback resumes. NOTES: • If the time from the title top is less than 10 seconds when INSTANT REPLAY is pressed, the title top is repeated and then the video is played back. • With some DVD-Video, the one touch repeat operation may not work.
Title selection / DVD menu Title selection Two or more titles are recorded on some discs. If the title menu is recorded on the disc, you can select the desired title. TOP MENU/TITLE MENU during playback. 1 Press The title menu appears on the screen. • Press TOP MENU/TITLE MENU again to resume playback at the scene when you pressed TOP MENU/TITLE MENU. DVD menu Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using the menu.
Disc palyback Changing angles / Zooming / Karaoke playback Changing angles When playing back a disc recorded with multi-angle facility, you can change the angle that you are viewing the scene from. ANGLE during playback. 1 Press The current angle will appear. Angle 1 out of 3 2 Press ANGLE repeatedly until the desired angle is selected. Zooming This unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You can then make selections by switching the position of the frame. ZOOM during playback.
Changing soundtrack language / Subtitles / Kraoke playback Changing soundtrack language You can select the language when you play a multilingual disc. AUDIO during playback. 1 Press The current soundtrack language will appear. Audio 1/8 ENG Dolby Digital Disc playback AUDIO repeatedly until the 2 Press desired language is selected. The on-screen display will disappear after a few seconds.
Disc palyback Various operations on CD This section describes the TRACK INFO screen where music CDs can be played back using the various operations. Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Load the music CD. • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) Press TOP MENU/TITLE MENU. The TRACK INFO screen will appear.
Various operations on CD Random playback Press or to select “RANDOM PLAY” from the menu list and 1 press ENTER. The order of music tracks is randomly changed. PLAY. 2 Press Music is played back in random order. To cancel random playback, select “RANDOM PLAY” from the menu list again, and press ENTER. Repeat playback of selected track Disc playback Press or to select the track number you want to repeat play1 back and press . or to select “REPEAT TRACK” from the menu list and 2 Press press ENTER. PLAY.
Disc palyback MP3/WMA/JPEG playback Preparation: MP3 and WMA files can be played back. Also, you can display JPEG files on the TV screen and enjoy them as a slide show. Some discs may not play due to the condition of the recording. • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Load the disc storing MP3, WMA or JPEG. • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.) Using the BROWSER screen TITLE MENU. 1 Press The BROWSER screen will appear.
MP3/WMA/JPEG playback Playing back MP3/WMA files or to select MP3 or WMA file. 1 Press • In case the disc includes more than 10 files, you can turn to the next or the previous page. (See page 42.) BROWSER Grammy03_01.mp3 Grammy03_02.mp3 Grammy03_03.mp3 Grammy03_04.mp3 Grammy03_05.mp3 Grammy03_06.mp3 Disc playback Grammy03_07.mp3 Grammy03_08.mp3 Grammy03_09.mp3 Grammy03_10.mp3 MP3 CD • MP3 files must have the extension letters “.mp3”.
Disc palyback MP3/WMA/JPEG playback Playing back JPEG files or to select JPEG file. 1 •Press In case the disc includes more than 10 files, you can turn to the next or the previous page. (See page 42.) BROWSER /popArt Alfred Ia Guigne.jpg Alone.jpg Ambassadeurs-Aristide_Bruant.jp Arlstide Bruant.jpg At_the_Moulin_Rouge.jpg Clown Cha-U-Kao.jpg Dancer Seated.jpg EI Dorado.jpg Galerie 65 Cannes.jpg Jane Avril-1893.jpg SELECT ENTER SELECT SET RETURN BACK TITLE MENU END either of the item a or b below.
Progressive scan The unit supports the progressive scanning system as well as the conventional interlaced scanning system. If your TV is equipped with component video input jacks which support the progressive video input, you can enjoy high quality picture by making the progressive scanning mode active. Preparation: • Connect to a TV equipped with component jacks which support the progressive video input. • Turn ON the TV and set it to the corresponding video input mode. • Press DVD to select the DVD mode.
Tape playback Loading and unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked and . • Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video cassette recorder However, S-VHS recording is not possible with this model. • This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) that makes it possible to playback S-VHS recordings with regular VHS resolution. • HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment. Loading Push the center of the tape until it is automatically inserted.
Cassette tape playback Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode. • Press VCR to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) a prerecorded tape 1 Load (When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically). start playback 2 To Press PLAY. Playback will start. “ ” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds. Tape playback To stop playback Press STOP once. The tape will stop but remain fully loaded and ready to play.
Tape playback Special playback Repeat playback Picture search Reverse picture search function Press REW x 1 or x 2 during the playback. Forward picture search function Press F.FWD x 1 or x 2 during the playback. To return to playback: Press PLAY. 1 Press REPEAT while the VCR is playing back. pressing REPEAT 2 By each time, “REPEAT REPEAT ON SPEED SEARCH TIMES TAPE SPEED The entire video tape will be played until its end.
