DIGITAL VIDEO
HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-X2U
OWNER’S MANUAL
3
ABLE BOX
ONTROL
OPERATIONS
Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.
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Introduction
Table of Contents
Introduction
Playback
About this product .............................................. 5
Compatible discs ................................................ 6
Index to Parts and Controls ............................. 10
Front panel ........................................................... 10
Rear Panel ........................................................... 12
Remote control ..................................................... 14
Display ................................................................. 16
Playing at various speed .................................. 46
Playing in fast reverse or fast forward ..................... 46
Skipping to the next/previous chapter or track ........ 47
Playing in slow-motion .......................................... 47
Playing frame by frame ......................................... 48
Viewing still pictures
(Playing a disc that contains still pictures) .............. 48
Locating by entering the number .................... 49
Locating by entering the number of a desired
Before operating this recorder ........................ 18
Initializing a DVD-RAM disc (Logical Format) ......... 22
DVD-RAM Physical Format ................................... 23
Entering characters............................................... 24
section ................................................................. 49
Locating a specific point by entering its elapsed time
(Time Search) ....................................................... 50
Pausing a TV broadcast to resume later ......... 51
Playing a TV program currently being
recorded ............................................................. 52
Basic Operations
Playing a DVD video disc ................................. 28
Locating a title using the top menu ........................ 29
Selecting the camera angle .............................. 53
Selecting the Sound.......................................... 54
Selecting the Subtitles...................................... 56
Zooming a picture ............................................. 57
Playing recorded contents
(CONTENT MENU) ............................................. 30
Tips on playback ............................................... 33
Programing a recording (REC MENU) ............. 34
Tips on recording .............................................. 38
Quick Menu operation ...................................... 41
Watching a TV broadcast in the sub window
(P in P Playback) ............................................... 58
Checking the current status and settings ...... 59
Operational status and setting details .................... 59
Using the time bar................................................. 60
Opening a Quick Menu ......................................... 41
Functions in a Quick Menu .................................... 42
Using the graphic remote control
(Virtual Remote) ................................................ 61
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Recording
Editing
Before Recording .............................................. 64
Technical Information ............................................ 66
Before Editing.................................................. 104
Creating Chapters ........................................... 106
Recording a TV program................................... 67
Playlist Editing
Tips on Recording............................................. 70
(Collecting desired scenes) ........................... 111
Relay Recording ................................................... 70
A–B Recording ..................................................... 70
Reservation Disc (Program Record Lock) .............. 71
Creating Thumbnails
(Changing the picture on the
CONTENT MENU) ............................................ 115
VCR Plus+ Recording ....................................... 72
Recording an External Source ......................... 74
Function Setup
Library Management ......................................... 76
Basic operation for the Library Management
Customizing the Function Settings ............... 118
system ................................................................. 76
Checking remaining space on discs ....................... 77
Searching for a disc that contains a desired title ..... 77
Displaying information ........................................... 78
Maintenance of Library Data ................................. 79
LANGUAGE Settings .......................................... 121
PICTURE Settings .............................................. 122
SOUND Settings................................................. 123
DISPLAY Settings ............................................... 125
OPERATION Settings ......................................... 126
RECORDER Operations ..................................... 128
Initial Settings ..................................................... 130
Setting of picture and sound quality for
Dubbing
recording ............................................................ 130
Before starting dubbing ................................... 84
High Speed Library Dubbing
(Dubbing only a specified part) ....................... 86
Dubbing Selected Items
(Dubbing specified parts together) ................. 88
Rate Conversion Dubbing
(Dubbing at a modified bit rate) ....................... 92
Creating a DVD-R .............................................. 94
Playing a created DVD-R....................................... 98
Line-U Dubbing
(Recording pictures while viewing them) ....... 99
Delete Selected Items
(Deleting specified parts together)................ 101
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Others
Troubleshooting .............................................. 132
Glossary ........................................................... 135
Alert message and corrective action ............ 137
Q&A .................................................................. 139
FAQ ................................................................... 141
Language Code List ........................................ 142
Specifications .................................................. 143
LIMITED WARRANTY HDD/DVD VIDEO
RECORDER...................................................... 145
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Introduction
About this product
Digital AV equipment
Playback Restriction
This recorder is operated by sophisticated software and
is different from other conventional AV equipment. Within
the recorder, a DVD-RAM/R drive and a hard disc drive
are connected by ATAPI, one of the standard
connections used for personal computers (PCs). The
hardware and software work by way of an operating
system (OS), which requires some time to start up after
turning on the power. Also, some commands, such as
erasing recorded contents may take time to execute.
This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for
this recorder. Some DVD video discs are produced in a
manner that allows specific or limited operation during
playback. As such, the recorder may not respond to all
operating commands. This is not a defect in the recorder.
Refer to the instruction notes of discs.
“
“
” may appear on the TV screen during operation.
” means that the operation is not permitted by the
recorder or the disc.
About the internal hard disc (HDD)
Using different disc types for different purposes
Generally, hard discs (HDD) are very fragile. Depending
on the operating conditions, the internal HDD may
partially fail, or in the worst cases, may completely stop
functioning. Therefore, use the HDD as a temporal
storage, not as a long-term archive. After watching the
recorded contents once or copying it to a DVD-RAM disc,
the contents should be erased from the HDD.
If the damaged part of the HDD is used for recording,
block noise may occur. If you continue using the HDD,
the noise may worsen, and you risk permanent damage
to the entire HDD. When such noise is observed, copy
the HDD’s contents to a DVD-RAM disc immediately. Like
a hard disc in a PC, the HDD can be easily damaged,
and should be used cautiously with a backup.
Use DVD-RAM discs for your personal library
DVD-RAM discs comply with the global standard DVD-
VR (Video Recording) format, and are optimized for
recording of TV programs.You can rewrite them about
100,000 times without any deterioration, erase
unnecessary parts, divide a chapter, or specify playback
area by frame. Its cartridge is suitable for a long-term
storage and family use, and its large capacity of 9.4 GB
double sided disc is space saving.
Use DVD-R discs when creating your own original
discs for distribution
DVD-R discs comply with the global standard DVD-
VIDEO format, and can be recorded only once. DVD-R
discs are convenient when you edit your original content
(recorded personal events such as a wedding party) with
your PC, and send them to your friends or relatives. The
discs can be played on other DVD players. (Not all
compatible DVD video players can play DVD-R discs
recorded with this recorder.)
* This format is not suited for recording TV programs.
According to DVD-VIDEO format, recording and
dividing into chapters must be by 15 frames. Possibly
an unnecessary part may remain even after editing.
Also, you cannot record bilingual programs, and
programs that permit copying only once.
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Introduction
Compatible discs
You can enjoy recording and playback using the HDD of this recorder. When you want to play software or
perform dubbing, load a disc into the recorder.There are many types and formats in discs. Confirm the
compatibility of selected disc to insure proper performance.
Note
Depending on the data recording method or the disc status, playback or recording on this recorder may not be possible, even
if the disc is labeled as below. In such a case please contact the sales agency of the disc.
Disc
Mark
Specification
Remarks
For recording / playback
• Single sided 4.7GB (12cm (43/4 in.))
• Double sided 9.4GB (12cm (43/4 in.))
• Single sided 1.4GB (8cm (31/4 in.))
• Double sided 2.8GB (8cm (31/4 in.))
Read carefully the section “On DVD-RAM
discs” (page 7).
DVD-RAM
When using an 8cm (31/4 in.) DVD-RAM disc,
Remove it from the cartridge. For details,
refer to the instructions of the disc.
• 4.7GB For General Ver.2.0
(12cm (43/4 in.))
Read carefully the section “On DVD-R discs”
(page 7).
Depending on the disc or the recording
equipment, playback of the disc may not be
possible on this recorder.
DVD-R
For playback only
• 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)
The region number of this DVD recorder is 1.
If region numbers, corresponding to a
specific playable area, are printed on your
1
DVD video
disc
1
ALL
• Region number
or
• Color system: NTSC
DVD video disc and you do not find
or
ALL
, disc playback will not be allowed by the
recorder.
• 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)
• Color system: NTSC
VIDEO CD
• Version 1.0 and 2.0
DIGITAL VIDEO
• 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.)
• 8cm (31/4 in.)
Audio CD
• 12cm (43/4 in.)
• CD-DA (audio CD) format
Depending on the disc, playback may not be
possible.
CD-R
CD-RW
• This recorder uses the NTSC color system, and cannot play DVD video discs recorded in any other color system
1
ALL
(PAL, SECAM, etc.), even if they have region marks
or
.
• There may be some DVD discs designed for this market that cannot be played on this recorder. If you encounter
please contact TOSHIBA customer service.
• An audio CD that has a copy-control function may not play on this recorder.
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On DVD-RAM discs
To protect recorded contents
Slide the write-protect tab to
“PROTECT” with something sharp.
The disc can play, but cannot be
edited or erased. Refer to the
instructions that come with the disc.
Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVD-
RAM standard Version 2.0
The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any
other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it
using the disc-format function of the recorder.
The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVD-
RAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with
another manufacture’s equipment or PC, contain a
large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity.
Also, a DVD-RAM disc may not be edited or recorded
if its title contains still pictures.
PROTECT
• The resuming function (
page
31) will not work if the write-protect
tab is set to “PROTECT”.
When using a disc without a
cartridge (commercially
available discs)
This recorder complies with current copyright
protection technology and can copy a disc only when
the disc permits copying once. When there is no
indication on the disc, copying will not be allowed.
Discs without cartridges can easily
attract fingerprints and dust, which is the reason they
are not recommended. If you cannot avoid using them,
handle with proper care.
When you write in a title column on a disc, use a pen
with a soft tip. Do not use a pen with a hard tip, such
as a ballpoint pen.
DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are
recommended for recording.
Two types of DVD-RAM discs are
available: ones with cartridges and ones
without cartridges. You can use either of
them with this recorder, but the former
ones are recommended.
In order to record highly detailed data, make sure the
disc is clean. DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are
easier to handle in this regard.
Recommended discs
The following discs has been tested with this recorder:
9.4 GB double-sided type4 cartridge: Panasonic LM-
AD240U
4.7 GB single-sided type4 cartridge: Panasonic LM-
AB120U
Do not open the cartridge shutter. The disc may not
play, or may not be recorded or edited once it
becomes dirty.
On DVD-R discs
There are two types of DVD-RAM cartridges;
removable and not removable. It is recommended you
do not remove the disc even when you can.
Refer to the instruction manual that comes with the
disc if it is absolutely necessary to remove the disc.
Some commercially available cartridge discs cannot
be recorded or edited once the inside discs are
removed.
A 4.7 GB DVD-R disc can only be recorded from the
HDD when the DVD-R compatible mode (
page 128)
is set to on; you cannot record directly on the disc. Only
blank discs that have never been recorded are usable.
Once recorded, you cannot add or delete content.
Make sure that the disc is clean, as the discs are not
covered with cartridges. Images that restrict or prohibit
copying cannot be recorded. And not all compatible DVD
Video players can play DVD-R discs recorded with this
recorder.
Recommended discs
The following discs have been tested with this recorder:
Panasonic LM-RF120 (4.7 GB/120 minutes)
Other DVD-R discs may not work well.
Select a disc that shows a statement on its package, such as “This disc can copy images that permit
single copying.”
Some functions such as Library may not work with PC discs.
The company does not hold any responsibility to compensate the contents which should have been recorded, and
any losses or damages (e.g. losses of business profit, or business intermission) that may arise from malfunction of
this recorder (not recording/editing as intended).
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Compatible discs (Continued)
Marks on DVD video discs
The following are examples of marks and the
meanings.
On handling discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
Mark
Meanings
Number of audio streams
recorded in the disc.
2
(2 streams such as English and
Japanese in this example.)
Playback side
Number of subtitle languages
recorded in the disc.
(2 subtitle languages are
recorded in this example.)
2
3
Do not stick paper or tape to discs.
Number of camera angles
recorded in the disc.
(3 camera angles are recorded in
this example.)
On cleaning discs
Pictures are recorded in the
standard picture size
(4:3 aspect ratio).
Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and
sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center
outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.
4:3
LB
Pictures are recorded in the
letter box picture size (4:3 aspect
ratio with horizontal black bars in
the top and bottom of pictures).
Pictures are recorded in the 16:9
wide picture size.
TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will
display them in the letter box
style.
If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, wipe
the disc lightly with a slightly moistened soft cloth and
finish with a dry cloth.
Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner,
benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic
spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc.
16:9 LB
16:9 PS
Pictures are recorded in the 16:9
wide picture size.
TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will
display them in the pan scan style
(one or both sides of pictures
are cut).
On storing discs
Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight
or near heat sources.
Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and
dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.
Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing
objects on discs outside of their case may cause
warping.
Actual picture size may vary
depending on the aspect ratio or
mode selection of the TV.
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Structure of disc contents
Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the
titles are subdivided into chapters.
VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks.
DVD video disc
Title 1
Title 2
Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3
VIDEO CD / audio CD
Track 2 Track 3 Track 4
Track 1
Track 5
Title:
Divided contents of a DVD video disc.
Roughly corresponds to a story title in short
stories.
Chapter: Divided contents of a title. This corresponds
to a chapter in a story.
Track:
Divided contents of a VIDEO CD or an audio
CD.
Each title, chapter, or track is assigned a number, which
is called “title number”, “chapter number”, or “track
number” respectively.
Some discs may not have these numbers.
When you record on the internal HDD or a DVD-RAM
disc, one recording will always equal one title.You can
divide a title into several chapters by marking borders in
it to facilitate scene search.
You can also collect favorite scenes from the recorded
titles/chapters, and rearrange them to create a Playlist
(
page 104).
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Index to Parts and Controls
See pages with arrows for details.
Front panel
5
3
2
4
6
7
8
9
10 11 12
1
HDD
TIMESLIP
DVD
ON/STANDBY
INPUT SELECT REC MODE REC MENU
CONTENT MENU
INPUT 2
+
–
CHANNEL
QUICK MENU
ENTER
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
R
*
The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See the following page on how to open or close the cover.
1 ON/STANDBY button
pages 18, 19
9 Skip (
)/Fast forward button
page 46, 47
Turns the power on/restores the unit in the
Press briefly to skip, or press down for more than
standby mode.
1 second for fast forward.
• Skip
: Plays the next title, chapter, or
track.
2 ON/STANDBY indicator
page 18, 19
Displays the operational state of the recorder.
• Fast forward : Scans the picture forward.
3 Remote sensor
page 12 in “INSTALLATION
page 16
! Pause ( ) button
page 28, 38
GUIDE”
Stops playback or recording momentarily.
4 Front panel display
" Stop ( ) button
page 28, 38
Stops playback or recording.
5 Open/Close ( ) button
page 18, 19
Opens and closes the disc tray.
# Play ( ) button
page 28
Starts playback.
6 REC ( ) button/indicator
page 69
Starts recording.
7 Three mode button/indicator (HDD,TIMESLIP,
DVD) page 28, 30, 67
Selects recording/playback media.
8 Skip (
)/Fast reverse button
page 46, 47
Press briefly to skip, or press down for more than
1 second for fast reverse.
• Skip
: Plays the previous title, chapter, or
track.
• Fast reverse: Scans the picture backwards.
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HDD
TIMESLIP
DVD
ON/STANDBY
INPUT SELECT REC MODE REC MENU
CONTENT MENU
ENTER
INPUT 2
–
CHANNEL
QUICK MENU
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
L
R
13
14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
$ INPUT 2 jacks
page 74
, Directions buttons
page 30, 118
Use this when recording from other input source
Moves the cursor to select an item.
such as a VCR or a camcorder.
- ENTER button
page 30, 118
% Disc tray
page 18
Enters a command.
Place a disc to play or record.
. CONTENT MENU button
page 30
& REC MODE button
page 68
Displays the CONTENT MENU.
Changes the picture and sound quality settings.
( INPUT SELECT button
page 67, 74
Pressing repeatedly selects between various input
sources.
) CHANNEL –/+ buttons
page 18, 30, 68
• –/+ : Selects the channel.
•
/\: Enters or cancels a command in the setup
displays.
~ REC MENU button
page 34
To open or close the cover on the front panel
Displays the REC MENU.
Open the cover by
PUSH-OPEN
pressing in on PUSH-
OPEN printed on the
cover until it clicks.
+ QUICK MENU button
page 41
Displays the Quick Menu.
Close the cover by lifting
the cover to the original
position and pressing in
on PUSH-OPEN. When
it clicks, the cover is
closed.
Press PUSH-OPEN
to open the cover.
Note
• Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is
open. Doing so may damage the recorder.
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Introduction
Index to Parts and Controls (Continued)
Rear Panel
1
2
3
4
5 6
7
8
9
1 AC IN socket
page 15 in “INSTALLATION
6 OUTPUT 1 jacks
page 15, 18 in
GUIDE”
“INSTALLATION GUIDE”
Connects to the supplied power cord.
Outputs video and audio signals to a connected
TV or amplifier.
2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/OPTICAL jack
page
21, 22, 23 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”
Use this to connect the recorder to an audio
receiver equipped with an optical digital audio
input jack.
When connecting the optical digital cable, remove
the cap and fit the connector into the jack firmly.
When not using the jack, keep the cap inserted to
protect it from dust intrusion.
3 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT/COAXIAL jack
page
21, 22, 23 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”
Use this to connect the recorder to an audio
receiver equipped with a coaxial digital audio input
jack.
4 INPUT 1 jacks
page 74
Use this to connect the recorder to output jacks of
external devices such as another player or
camcorder.
5 INPUT 3 jacks
page 74
Use this to connect the recorder to the output
jacks of external devices such as another player or
camcorder.
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7 OUTPUT 2 jacks
page 19 in “INSTALLATION
GUIDE”
Outputs video and audio signals to a connected
TV or amplifier.
Y, PB, PR: connects to a TV equipped with
component video jacks.
8 VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV) output socket
page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”
Connects the supplied coaxial cable to a TV.
9 VHF/UHF RF IN (FROM ANT.) input socket
page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”
Connects to an antenna or cable signal.
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Introduction
Index to Parts and Controls (Continued)
Remote control
OPEN/CLOSE button
page 18, 19
page 29
page 53
MENU button*1
Power button
RETURN button*2
page 18, 19
OPEN/CLOSE
TOP MENU
TOP MENU button
DVD
MENU
RETURN
CHANNEL button
page 18, 68
ANGLE button
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL
SUBTITLE button
page 56
AUDIO button
page 54
page 28, 30, 88
HDD
TIMESLIP
DVD
HDD button
page 30, 88
DVD button
V-REMOTE
INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP
INSTANT SKIP button
page 46
TIMESLIP button
V-REMOTE button
REC MENU button
LIBRARY button
page 51, 52
page 61
REC MENU EDIT MENU
LIBRARY
CONTENT MENU
INSTANT REPLAY button
page 46
EDIT MENU button
page 88
page 34
CONTENT MENU button
page 30, 111
P
page 76
SKIP button
page 47
page 30
ENTER
ENTER button
PICTURE SEARCH button
page 30, 46
SLOW button
page 47
Direction buttons (
page 30, 118
/
/
/
)
PAUSE
STOP
PLAY
PLAY button
page 28
FRAME/ADJUST button
48
page 34,
REC
QUICK MENU
QUICK MENU button
page 41
PAUSE button
page 28, 48
page 69
page 30
page 28
\ button
page 118
REC button
TV
button
TV/VIDEO
CHANNEL VOLUME
STOP button
DISPLAY DIMMER
P in P
CHP DIVIDE
TIME BAR
CHP DIVIDE button
TIME BAR button
page 106
Buttons for TV operation
REMAIN INPUT SELECT ZOOM
page 44 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE”
page 60
DISPLAY button
page 59
P in P button
ZOOM button
page 58
page 57
REMAIN button
DIMMER button
page 65
page 16
*1 MENU
Use this to display a menu screen that is recorded on
a DVD video disc.
INPUT SELECT button
page 67, 74
Operate the menu screen as the same manner as
“Locating a title using the top menu (
page 29)”.
A menu screen is not recorded on some discs.
*2 RETURN
Returns to the previous screen (the screen may be
specified depending on the disc).
Refer to the instructions of the disc.
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Under the lid
REC MODE button
TV CODE button
page 68
VCR Plus+ button
page 72
page 36, 39
page 49, 68
page 118
VCR Plus+ EXTEND REC MODE
TV CODE
T.SEARCH
page 44
EXTEND button
Number buttons
SETUP button
in “INSTALLATION GUIDE.”
1
4
2
5
3
6
+
10
0
T.SEARCH button
page 49
7
8
9
SETUP DELETE CLEAR
CLEAR button
page 49
To open, raise a lid toward you.
DELETE button
page 40
To open the lid, hold the upper
sides to pull up.
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Introduction
Index to Parts and Controls (Continued)
Display
1
2
3 4
5
6
7
18 17 16 15
14 13 12 11
10
9
8
LPressing the DIMMER button on the remote control
changes the brightness of the display (normal/dimmed/
off).
1 Picture quality mode indicator (HDD)
128)
(page
7 Multi display
(page 74)
Title (chapter or track) number, message, channel,
The current picture quality mode lights up.
output, or audio/bilingual sound mode appear.
The modes are: MN (Manual)/SP (Standard Play)/
LP (Long Play)
8 Analog output level indicator
Displays the analog output level.
L+R: Stereo and bilingual (left (main) channel and
right (sub) channel)
2 L-PCM indicator (Linear PCM)
(page 128)
Illuminates when playing back contents recorded
on the HDD or DVD-RAM disc, and the selected
audio mode is linear PCM.
L: Left (main) channel
R: Right (sub) channel
Off: Mono
3 Audio format indicator
(page 128)
Level indicator may not show exact sound level. It
only shows the average level.
The audio format (Dolby Digital 1,2) selected
illuminates when playing back the HDD or DVD-
RAM disc.
9 Time indicator
Displays current time, playing time, remaining
4 Remain icon
(page 65)
time, starting time of recording and so on.
Illuminates during remain mode.
! DVD bit rate value indicator
(page 128)
5 Picture quality mode (DVD-RAM)
(page 128)
Displays the bit rate value during recording. During
The current picture quality mode is illuminated.
The modes are: MN (Manual)/SP (Standard Play)/
LP (Long Play)
playback, it shows the actual bit rate value.
6 Angle icon
(page 53)
Illuminates when playing a scene recorded with
multi angles.
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" DVD indicator
Illuminates when a DVD-RAM, DVD video or DVD-
R disc is selected, or when the disc tray is empty.
# DVD media indicator
Indicates playback or recording condition when a
DVD-RAM, DVD-R, VIDEO CD or audio CD is
chosen as media.
$ HDD-DVD Moving/Copy direction
Indicates moving/copy direction of HDD or DVD.
% VCD/CD indicator
Illuminates when playing a VIDEO CD or an audio
CD.
& PBC indicator
Illuminates when PBC function is “On” (
page
127) and a PBC-controllable VIDEO CD is loaded.
( HDD indicator
Illuminates to indicate status of HDD.
) HDD media indicator
Indicates playback or recording condition when
the HDD is chosen as media.
~ HDD bit rate value indicator
(page 128)
Displays the bit rate value selected for recording.
During playback, displays the actual bit rate value.
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Introduction
Before operating this recorder
Is your recorder ready?
Loading a disc
Refer to the supplied “INSTALLATION GUIDE” manual
and finish the necessary preparations.
Check disc compatibility beforehand (page 6) and use
a proper playable disc.
Caution
• Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray. Neglecting this
may causes serious personal injury. Keep a close watch
on children.
Turning the power on
(This owner’s manual instructions are based on
the assumption that all proper connections have
been completed and the TV is turned on.)
Press the ON/STANDBY button on the front panel of
the recorder or the power button on the remote
control.
• Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc.
1 Open the disc tray.
Press the
button on the front panel or the
ON/STANDBY indicator
OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control.
button
ON/STANDBY button
Power button
CHANNEL button
OPEN/CLOSE button
When the power turns on, the ON/STANDBY indicator
changes from red (standby mode) to green (operation).
After a few seconds, a start-up screen appears.
The following icon appears at the top right corner of
the screen.
2 Insert a disc.
Disc without a cartridge
Insert with the playback side down.
e.g.
Loading
Disc size varies depending on the disc. Place a
disc to fit the guide. If a disc is out of the guide, it
may result in damage to the disc or malfunction.
When this icon disappears, the recorder is ready to
operate. If the DVD-RAM drive contains a disc, it
takes a little longer to start up.
3
4
12cm (4 / in.) disc:
Set a disc so that the 2
stoppers in the opening
side can hold the rim. Do
not cover them.
Viewing TV channels through this recorder
After turning the power on, the recorder will output TV
channel signals to the connected TV (also in the stop
mode).
You can select a desired channel by pressing the
CHANNEL buttons.
1
4
8cm (3 / in.) disc:
Place a disc in the inside
hollow.
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TYPE1/TYPE2 DVD-RAM disc with cartridge
Single sided
Turn the printed side up, and insert the cartridge
into the tray frame following the direction of the
arrow on the cartridge.
Caution
• If the power fails or the power cord is disconnected from a
wall outlet while the recorder is in operation (ON/STANDBY
indicator lit in green), the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc may
become recording disabled on. In such a case, executing
an initialization of the disc using the formatting function of
the recorder may refresh them. However, all contents
stored on the disc will be completely erased by this
initialization process.
• This recorder may indicate alert messages with some discs
right after insertion. If such a disc is used for playback or
recording on other equipment, all data in the disc may be
damaged and the disc will not be played.
Double sided
Turn a desired recording/playback side up, and
insert the cartridge into the tray frame following the
direction of the arrow on the cartridge.
By executing an initialization of the disc using the
formatting function of the recorder, the disc will be able to
work.
• If the recorder freezes and does not respond at all, leave it
alone for about 15 minutes or longer. This may restore the
recorder. After the recorder has recovered, turn it off once
and turn it on again to use as usual. If the recorder is still
inoperable after more than 15 minutes have passed, press
and hold the ON/STANDBY button on the front panel for
about 10 seconds or longer. The recorder is forced to quit
and the power turns off. Turn the recorder on again and use
it as usual. (This 15-minute measure is available only when
3 Close the disc tray.
Press the
button on the front panel or the
OPEN/CLOSE button on the remote control.
Notes
• Use the button on the front panel or the remote control to
open and close the disc tray. Do not push or hold the disc
tray while it is moving. Doing so may cause the recorder to
malfunction.
• Do not insert a disc which is unplayable, or any object
other than a playable disc.
“Screen Protector” is set to “On.” (
page 125))
Important: This is an emergency measure, which may
cause losses and/or damages of data. Avoid casual use of
this measure. If you try this while the recorder is working
properly, especially while the “Loading” or “Unloading” icon
is flashing, it may result in initializing of the HDD.
• Do not apply downforce to the disc tray. Doing so may
cause the recorder to malfunction.
Note
• If there are any performance malfunctions of the HDD or
the DVD-RAM drive, immediately discontinue use of this
recorder, and disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet,
then contact your dealer. Continuous use of the recorder in
such a condition will aggravate the condition and result in
increased cost and cord repair time.
Turning the power off
Press the ON/STANDBY button on the front panel of
the recorder or the power button on the remote
control.
The “Unloading” icon appears at the top right corner of
the screen, and the ON/STANDBY indicator turns red,
then the power turns off.
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Introduction
Before operating this recorder (Continued)
If a message appears
The recorder will display messages related to
operational status. Respond accordingly, as below:
Using the GUI (Graphical User Interface)
The recorder provides you with a variety of GUI
(Graphical User Interface) to assist your operation of
most functions such as customizing of setting,
playback or recording.
Refer to the operation guide on the bottom on each
GUI. This will indicate proper button selection for
desired action.
Message
e.g.
CONTENT
HDD
1 /
1
Title List
MENU
HDD
:
2002/10/11 PM0
2002/10/11 PM1
message
OK
:
:
7:00 Ch
4
1:00 Ch
6
(0:53:45)
Original
(0:29:50)
Original
2002/10/16 PM0
2002/10/15 PM0
:
:
9:00 Ch
3
7:00 Ch
8
(0:52:40)
Original
(0:54:30)
Original
2002/10/17 PM0
2002/10/17 PM0
Set
:
:
0:00 Ch
4
7:00 Ch 10
(0:30:08)
Original
(1:51:28)
Original
Prev
DVD
Next
e.g.
Source
Chapter
Play
Delete
Select either response (by
highlighting in green) using
the
/
buttons, then press
Operation guide
message
the ENTER button.
The message disappears.
Buttons other than the
direction buttons and the
ENTER button do not
function while a message is
displayed.
Example of the icon
Function
Y
e
s
No
2 selections
Direction buttons
To select an item.
ENTER button
To confirm (register) a
selected itemor setting.
DVD button
DVD
To switch the modes.
e.g.
Read the message, then
press the ENTER button.
The message disappears.
Buttons other than the
ENTER button do not
function while a message is
displayed.
button
To change the category of
contents
message
OK
PICTURE SEARCH
To return to the previous
page.
Prev
button
1 selection
PICTURE SEARCH
To proceed to the next
page.
Next
button
FRAME/ADJUST
button
FRAME/ADJUST
To enter numerical digits or
change the value
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Number butons
(Open the lid of the
remote control.)
e.g.
To enter numerical digits.
The message disappears
automatically in a few
seconds.
message
EDIT
EDIT button
To display/exit the EDIT
MENU.
SETUP
SETUP button
(Open the lid of the
remote control.)
To display/exit the Setting
menu.
No selection
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Start-up/Shutdown (closing) icons
System software update service
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:
Because of problems and errors that can occur during
the creation of DVD software and/or the manufacture
of DVD discs, Toshiba America Consumer Products
cannot guarantee that this recorder will play every
feature of every DVD bearing the DVD logo. As one of
the creators of DVD technology, Toshiba DVD
Start-up, reading a disc, finishing the
recording
recorders are manufactured to the highest standards
of quality and, as a result, such incompatibilities are
very rare. If you have any questions, or if you happen
to experience any difficulty playing a DVD on a
Toshiba DVD recorder, please feel free to call our
Customer Service Hotline at 1-XXX-XXX-XXXX.
Loading
unloading a disc, finishing the
operation
Un
loading
Opening a disc tray
Open
Closing a disc tray
Close
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Introduction
Before operating this recorder (Continued)
Initializing a DVD-RAM disc (Logical Format)
Be sure to read this section prior to using a DVD-RAM 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.)
2) Press the
/
buttons to select “Disc format,”
then press the ENTER button.
A sub menu appears on the right side.
e.g.
e.g.
When you use a DVD-RAM disc on this recorder for
the first time.
If data fragments produced by repeated recording or
erasing have accumulated.
If a disc error has occurred.
When you want to record on a DVD-RAM disc for PC.
Quick Menu
3D (N-2-2)
BIt rate
DVD-RAM Format
Disc Information
Disc format
AV Record Quality
DVD-R Broadcast Record
(
page 7)
Initializing formats a disc logically and insures that it will
perform to its full capability. However, this erases all data
on the disc, so make sure that it does not matter if data
on the disc is erased whenever you initialize a disc.
3) Press the ENTER button.
e.g.
DVD-RAM Format
How to initialize a disc
To initialize a DVD-RAM disc, load it in the recorder. See
page 18 for loading a disc.
Edit
Edit
Disc Number. 0 0 1 –
Disc Name
Start
Cancel
Disc format
1) During stop, press the QUICK MENU button.
0
%
The following menu appears. (The actual contents
depends on the operational status of the recorder.)
Select
Set
e.g.
Numbering a disc
The recorder automatically numbers discs when
initializing. However, you assign a desired number (using
3 digits) and designate sides A and B on a double-sided
disc.
Quick Menu
Bit rate
Special Playback Mode
Disc Information
Disc format
(1) Press the
/
buttons to select “Edit” of “Disc
AV Record Quality
DVD-R Broadcast Record
SAP
Number” then press the ENTER button.
(2) Press the
(3) Press the
/
/
buttons to select a digit.
buttons to shift.
Exit
(4) Repeat steps (2) and (3).
(5) Press the ENTER button.
Naming a disc
You can name a disc.
(1) Press the
/
buttons to select “Edit” of “Disc
Name,” then press the ENTER button.
The character input window appears.
(2) Enter a disc name following the procedure of
“Entering characters” (
page 24).
(3) Press the
button to eliminate the window.
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4) Press the
/
buttons to select “Start,” then
1) During pause, press the SETUP button.
2) Press the buttons to select “Initial
press the ENTER button.
/
Settings” then press the ENTER button.
DVD-RAM Format
Initial Settings
Entire disc contents excluding
library data will be erased if
disc is formatted. Proceed?
Time & Date Setting
TV/CATV
TV
Channel Setting
Guide Channel Setting
Cable Box/DSS
Output Channel
DVD-RAM Physical Format
HDD Format
Start
Cancel
Use
3CH
Disc format
0
%
Select
Set
3) Press the
/
buttons to select “DVD-RAM
Physical Format,” then press the ENTER
button.
5) Press the
/
buttons to select “Start,” then
4) Press the
/
buttons to select “Yes,” then
press the ENTER button.
press the ENTER button to execute.
Initialization starts.
Warning: It will take approximetely
70 minutes to format a 4.7GB
DVD-RAM and all data will be erased.
Confirm that timer programing is not
scheduled. Procceed?
Yes
No
DVD-RAM Format
DVD-RAM
To cancel, select “No”, then press the ENTER
button.
Formatting
Start
Cancel
Disc format
18%
Select
Set
Notes
• The physical format process may fail if executed to a dirty
DVD-RAM disc. Also, the disc may be difficult to record,
even if it finished. Before executing DVD-RAM physical
format process, be sure to confirm the disc is not dirty.
Clean it if necessary.
When initialization is completed, the setup window
disappears.
• The following DVD-RAM discs require physical formatting:
–A disc which is not formatted correctly.
–The disc which has errors during writing because of dirt
on the disc, and cannot be further recorded, or cannot
initialize normally.
• You need to start physical formatting from the first step
again when you use a failed disc.
• Physical formatting does not work if the disc contains a lot
of void beyond limitation of this recorder.
• If an error occurs in physical formatting, “F--ERROR”
appears in the front panel display. To turn off the message,
press the DISPLAY button.
DVD-RAM Physical Format
Physical formatting is a simple execution for a disc which
cannot be used or read (or which is becoming hard to
read). It may refresh such a disc for recording and
playback. (There is no guarantee that all such discs will
be recovered.)
“DVD-RAM logical format” process only rewrites certain
data on file system and management information,
however, “DVD-RAM physical format” rewites all data on
a disc, therefore it takes a much longer time to complete.
For a 4.7GB single sided DVD-RAM, about 70 minutes
will be necessary. While processing, all recorder
operations and functions including program recording or
automatic recording of an external source will not work
until the process is finished. Also this process erases all
data stored on the disc.
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Introduction
Before operating this recorder (Continued)
Entering characters
Indicates the number of
maximum characters of
the first line on the
e.g.
CONTENT MENU.
CONTENT
Title Information
MENU
Indicates the number of
maximum characters on
the CONTENT MENU.
Cursor
An entered character
will appear here.
002 –
Chapter 003
The character being
selected appears.
-
Language
English
Spanish
French
Germany
Italian
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
=
/
’
q w e r t y u i o p [ ]
a s d f g h j k l :
z x c v b n m , . /
BkSp
Delete
etc...
Space Space Space Clear All
CLEAR
DELETE BkSp
All Clear
Space
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Select
Input
Direct(0-9)
Caps Lock
Save
:
/
,
-
Operation guidance
.
;
#
Cursor
Return
Operation guidance of the remote control
To enter the character, normally use the direction
Switching a language
Before entering a character, move a cursor to the
language selection area by pressing the buttons.
Then press the buttons to select a language,
/
/
/
buttons on the remote. About the other buttons
/
to be used are shown on the operation guidance.
/
then press the ENTER button.
: Shifts a cursor.
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
: Enters the number.
DELETE
: Erases one character immediately to the left
side of the cursor.
CLEAR
: Erases all the characters on the input column.
: Caps Lock
: Preserves the characters on the input column
and returns to the previous screen.
: Cancels the characters on the input column
and returns to the previous screen.
: Enters a space.
: Enters a symbol.
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Entering characters
The cursor may be followed by unwanted characters.
You can erase them if necessary by either of the
following measures:
Erasing characters
• Erasing all the characters on the writing board
Select “Clear All” by pressing the
then press the ENTER button.
/
/
/
buttons,
Alternatively, open the lid of the remote control and
press the CLEAR button.
• Erasing one character before the cursor
Select “BkSp” by pressing the
then press the ENTER button.
/
/
/
buttons,
Alternatively, open the lid of the remote control and
press the DELETE button.
(1) Press the button to select an input mode.
(2) Press the
/
/
/
buttons to select a character,
then press the ENTER button.
The selected character is input on the cursor.
(3) Repeat steps 1 and 2 to enter characters.
(4) When finished, press
to save the characters.
The characters you entered appears.
Notes
• You can enter up to 64 characters.
• When unnecessary information appears, or when you want
to alter the input character, press the CLEAR button to
erase all, or press the DELETE button to erase an
unnecessary character.
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Basic Operations
Record a TV program and play it back.
Playing a DVD video disc
Playing recorded contents
(CONTENT MENU)
Tips on playback
Programing a recording
(REC MENU)
Tips on recording
Quick menu operation
Hint on reading this manual
The following icons show the playable discs for each
function described on this instruction manual.
HDD
DVD-RAM
DVD-VIDEO
VCD
: HDD
: DVD-RAM disc
: DVD video disc
: VIDEO CD
: Audio CD
CD
Most instructions are based on remote control operation,
unless otherwise noted. You can use the buttons on the
remote control and those on the main unit as well when
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Basic operations
DVD-VIDEO
VCD
CD
Playing a DVD video disc
You can also play VIDEO CDs, audio CDs or DVD-R discs in the same manner.
To play recorded contents on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, follow the instructions on
page 30.
Preparation
• Turn on a TV or audio system and select the corresponding input source that the recorder is connected to.
• Load a disc you want to play. (
page 18.)
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL
Press DVD.
HDD
TIMESLIP
DVD
1
V-REMOTE
INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP
The DVD indicator on the front panel illuminates.
REC MENU EDIT MENU
This status indicates that the recorder is ready to play a
disc in the disc tray (DVD mode).
LIBRARY
CONTENT MENU
I
DVD
E
T
P
ENTER
Press PLAY.
F
R
2
Playback starts.
PAUSE
STOP
PLAY
PLAY
• Depending on the disc, playback starts automatically
by selecting the DVD mode.
• The recorder may take a short time to start playback.
This occurs because the recorder is reading the data
of a disc.
REC
QUICK MENU
STOP
PAUSE
To stop playback
To pause playback (still playback)
Press the STOP button.
Press the PAUSE button.
STOP
PAUSE
To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button or
the PAUSE button.
Note
Sound is muted during still mode.
Note
DVD video disc provides high resolution pictures and a lot of information. Because of this, you may notice some fine picture
noises on TV screen, which you have never seen with regular broadcast TV program. While the amount of noise depends on
the TV you use with the recorder, you should generally reduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video
discs.
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Resuming playback from the location last
stopped (Resume Play)
Locating a title using the top menu
DVD-VIDEO
Some DVD video discs may include a top menu, on
which you can view the structure of contents or select
a scene. Most of the top menus automatically appear
in certain scenes, and also are displayed on demand.
Actual operation of the top menu depends on the disc.
This section explains a general example of how to
operate a top menu. Also refer to the instructions of
the disc itself.
DVD-VIDEO
VCD
CD
You can resume playback from the location where you
stopped.
If you press the PLAY button after stopping playback,
playback resumes from the location you have stopped.
If you stop playback by pressing the STOP button
twice, the resume playback feature will be cancelled.
TOP MENU
Notes
• Resume feature cannot function when:
–you select a disc menu language (
page 121) or change
the parental lock setting (
–you play a PBC-featured VIDEO CD while “PBC” (
127) is set to “On”.
page 126).
ENTER
page
/
/
/
–you open the disc tray.
• There may be a difference in the location where playback
resumes depending on the disc.
• While the recorder retains a location in memory, initial
setting changes with GUI may function only after the
memory is cleared.
1) Press the TOP MENU button.
The top menu appears on the TV screen.
2) Press the
you want.
/
/
/
buttons to select the title
If the titles in the top menu are assigned a number,
you can directly locate a specific title by pressing its
designated number with the number buttons.
3) Press the ENTER button.
Playback starts from chapter 1 of the selected title.
Notes
• The instructions above describe basic procedures which
may vary depending on the contents of the DVD video disc.
If different instructions appear on the TV screen, follow
those instructions.
• If you display the top menu during playback and press the
TOP MENU button again without selecting any title, the
recorder may resume playback from the point where you
first pressed the TOP MENU button. (depending on the
actual DVD video disc.)
• This method of locating a title is available only on a disc
that contains a top menu.
• Instruction notes of discs may refer to the button that
displays the top menu as the TITLE button.
• During playback of a DVD video disc, VIDEO CD, or audio
CD, you cannot display thumbnails of contents even if you
press the CONTENT MENU button (
page 30).
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Basic operations
HDD
DVD-RAM
Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU)
Titles and chapters recorded on an HDD or a DVD-RAM disc are displayed in thumbnail view, so that you
can easily locate a desired one.
During stop or playback, press CONTENT
OPEN/CLOSE
MENU.
1
DVD
TOP MENU
MENU
RETURN
The following CONTENT MENU (Title List) appears.
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL
CONTENT MENU
e.g.
CONTENT
MENU
HDD
1 /
1
Title List
HDD
TIMESLIP
DVD
HDD
:
2002/10/11 PM0
2002/10/11 PM1
V-REMOTE
INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP
:
:
7:00 Ch
4
1:00 Ch
6
(0:53:45)
Original
(0:29:50)
Original
2002/10/16 PM0
REC MENU EDIT MENU
2002/10/15 PM0
LIBRARY
CONTENT MENU
I
:
:
9:00 Ch
3
7:00 Ch
8
(0:52:40)
Original
(0:54:30)
Original
2002/10/17 PM0
2002/10/17 PM0
:
:
0:00 Ch
4
9:00 Ch 10
Attribution
(original/playlist)
page 104.
(0:30:08)
Original
(1:51:28)
Original
P
ENTER
You can switch between HDD and DVD-RAM by
pressing the HDD or DVD button.
R
Press
/
/
/
to select a title (chapter).
PAUSE
STOP
PLAY
2
3
REC
QUICK MENU
You can view succeeding or prior pages by pressing the
PICTURE SEARCH ( ) button.
To select a chapter, select a title and press the
button.
/
ENTER
The Chapter List appears.
By pressing the
Title List.
button again, you can return to the
TV
TV/VIDEO
CHANNEL VOLUME
Press ENTER.
DISPLAY DIMMER
P in P
CHP DIVIDE
TIME BAR
REMAIN INPUT SELECT ZOOM
Playback starts from a selected title (chapter).
ENTER
HDD/DVD
PICTURE SEARCH
Notes
• To turn off the CONTENT MENU, press the CONTENT MENU button.
• The mark is displayed in each thumbnail when “HDD/RAM Title Play” (
page 129) is set to “Title Resume”. If you select
a title (chapter) marked , playback starts from the location where you last stopped.
• You can change a thumbnail picture of a title in a built-in HDD or a DVD-RAM. See
thumbnail picture of a chapter.)
page 115. (You cannot change a
• If you load a disc while playing contents of the HDD, playback stops. To resume, press the PLAY button.
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Resuming playback from the location last
stopped (Title Resume)
Playing all titles (original) in a disc
(All ORG Title Play)
The recorder memorizes the location you last stopped
playback to resume there.
You can play all original titles in the HDD or in a DVD-
RAM disc in the order of the thumbnails on the
CONTENT MENU, as if they are recorded in one video
tape.
To use this function, set “HDD/RAM Title Play” (
page 129) to “Title Resume.” The recorder will
memorize the location you last stopped at in each title,
so you can resume playback there. For example, if
there are 6 titles, you can start each of them as if you
had stored 6 video tapes in the recorder.
1) During stop, press the QUICK MENU button.
The Quick Menu appears.
e.g,
Quick Menu
Bit rate
• To return to the beginning of the title
During playback, press the QUICK MENU button,
Special Playback Mode
Disc Information
Disc format
then press the
/
buttons to select “Restart Title,”
then press the ENTER button.
AV Record Quality
DVD-R Broadcast Record
SAP
• To play another title
Press the CONTENT MENU button to display
Exit
“CONTENT MENU Title List,” then select a title.
You can make the recorder memorize only the very
last point, regardless of the number of titles. Set “HDD/
2) Press the
Playback Mode”, then press ENTER.
/
buttons to select “Special
RAM Title Play” (
• To return to the beginning of the title
Press the SKIP ( ) button.
• To play the other title
Press the SKIP (
page 129) to “Serial Playback.”
Quick Menu
Bit rate
Special Playback Mode
Disc Information
AV Record Quality
DVD-R Broadcast Record
SAP
Intro scan
Repeat All ORG Titles
Play All ORG Titles
/
) button repeatedly.
Notes
• Depending on the status or the contents, playback may not
start from the location last stopped, and instead another
location, for example, from the beginning of the disc or title.
• Depending on the disc, there may be a slight difference
between the location the recorder memorized and the
actual location where playback starts.
Exit
3) Press the
Titles”
/
buttons to select “Play All ORG
Playing all titles (original/playlist) in a disc
4) Press the ENTER button.
Playback starts from the beginning of title 1.
Set “HDD/RAM Title Play” (
page 129) to “Serial
Playback”.You can play all titles in the HDD or in a
DVD-RAM disc in the order of the thumbnails on the
CONTENT MENU, as if they are recorded in one video
tape.
Notes
• To stop All ORG Title Play, press the STOP button twice.
(However, doing this when you are playing a title recorded
in the HDD while recording on the HDD (
stop the recording.)
page 39)will
Alternatively, press the QUICK MENU button to display the
quick menu, and press the buttons to select “Quit All
/
ORG Title Play” and press the ENTER button.
• When the last title is complete, All ORG Title Play stops.
• If you select “Repeat All ORG Titles” at step 2, All ORG
Title Play repeats.
• A location where you last stopped All ORG Title Play is
memorized. Playback will resume from there.
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Basic operations
Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU) (Continued)
Checking the background information on a
selected title (chapter)
1) At step 2 on
page 30, select a title (chapter)
then press the QUICK MENU button.
The Quick Menu appears.
2) Press the
/
buttons to select “Title
Information,” then press the ENTER button.
Detailed information of a selected title (chapter)
appears.
Notes
• While the title list is displayed, you can select “Edit Title
Name” or “Genre.” While the chapter list is displayed, you
can select “Edit Chapter Name” or “Del Chapter Name.” (If
the title was recorded from the connected equipment, you
can select “Recording Date & Time” also. If you press the
/
/
/
buttons to access them and input characters,
you can use Library function ( page 76) more easily.
When you select “Lock,” you can protect recorded contents
page 40).
(
• By pressing the O button, you can return to the previous
display.
• To exit these steps, press the CONTENT MENU button.
Viewing the first scenes of titles (original)
(Intro Scan)
1) After step 1 on
MENU button.
page 30, press the QUICK
The Quick Menu appears.
2) Press the buttons to select “Intro Scan”,
/
then press the ENTER button.
The recorder plays the first 5 seconds of each title
beginning from title 1.
You can go forward or back by pressing the SKIP
buttons.
: to go to the next title
: to go back to the current title
Press twice to go back to the previous title.
3) When you find a desired title, press the ENTER
button.
The selected title is played.
Note
• To stop Intro Scan, press the STOP button twice.
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Tips on playback
During playback, you can do the following:
Status display
Each time you operate the recorder, the following
marks appear on the TV screen to indicate the status
of the recorder.
Switch playback to another disc
Press the STOP button to stop playback.
Then press the HDD or DVD button to select a
disc you want to play.
Status display
e.g.
Switch the picture to view TV broadcasts
Press the STOP button to stop playback.
Main marks
Start recording
(Depending on the disc, some of these may not
appear.)
Press the STOP button to stop playback. Then
press the HDD or DVD button to select a disc on
which you want to record, and press the REC
button to start recording.
: Playback
: Pause
: Stop
: Fast-forward
: Fast-reverse
: Forward skip*
: Reverse skip*
: Forward slow-motion
: Reverse slow-motion
: Forward frame by frame playback
: Reverse frame by frame playback
: Recording
Screen Protection
If you pause playback or display a menu and leave it
still for about 15 minutes, the recorder switches the
output picture source to a TV broadcast or connected
equipment.
A still picture may be displayed after all titles are
played. In this case, the screen protection activates
after about 10 seconds.
x1/2
x1/2
: Recording pause
Title
End
: When title playback is completed
Note
: Instant skip
: Instant replay
: Chapter division
• While the TIMESLIP indicator on the front panel
illuminates, this function does not work.
Chapter
Divide
* Accompanied with a title number and a chapter
number (a track number for VIDEO CD or audio CD).
Notes
• To disable the status display, set “On Screen Display” (
page 125) to “Off.”
• You can add the current status of the settings to this
display. See
page 59.
Notes
• Do not move the recorder during playback. It may damage the disc.
• Occasionally the picture may stop at the last scene, or the main menu may appear after playing.
If you display a still picture such as the main menu on the TV screen for a prolonged period, the TV may be damaged (raster
burn). To prevent this, press the STOP button to stop playback.
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Basic operations
HDD
DVD-RAM
Programing a recording (REC MENU)
Use the REC MENU to program a recording. It will take less time to prepare, as it provides all necessary
information for recording, including estimated disc space remaining. It will also be convenient when you
program the same contents on TV broadcasting for collection.
For more information, see “Before Recording” (
page 64).
During stop, press REC MENU.
OPEN/CLOSE
TOP MENU
1
DVD
MENU
RETURN
The REC MENU appears.
e.g.
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL
REC
REC MENU
12/26(We) PM 7:25
Mode Rate Audio
Timer Programing 1/
1
MENU
CH
Date
Start
End
Media
HDD
– – –
– – – – – –
– – : – –
–
– – : – –
2.0
AM
AM
LP
D2
HDD
TIMESLIP
DVD
V-REMOTE
INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP
REC MENU EDIT MENU
LIBRARY
CONTENT MENU
Press ENTER.
2
3
P
“CH” is ready for setting.
REC
12/26(We) PM 7:25
Mode Rate Audio
Timer Programing 1/
1
MENU
ENTER
ENTER
CH
Date
Start
End
Media
HDD
– – –
– – – – – –
– – : – –
–
– – : – –
2.0
PM
PM
LP
D2
PAUSE
STOP
PLAY
Select an item by pressing / , then press
ADJUST ( / ) to set the item.
REC
QUICK MENU
REC
12/26(We) PM 7:25
Mode Rate Audio
Timer Programing 1/
1
MENU
CH
L1
Date
Start
End
Media
HDD
– – – – – –
– – : – –
–
PM
– – : – –
PM
LP 2.0
D2
ENTER
TV
• Refer to the setting items on the next page.
• You can also set the item by pressing the
TV/VIDEO
CHANNEL VOLUME
R
/
button.
DISPLAY DIMMER
P in P
CHP DIVIDE
TIME BAR
REMAIN INPUT SELECT ZOOM
When complete, press ENTER.
4
To program another recording, press the button to
move to the top of the next line, then repeat steps 2 to 4.
ENTER
/
Press REC MENU to exit.
5
Your program is entered.
• If you want to turn off the power, press the power
button.
REC MENU
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*
If you set summer time on the clock of the recorder, see the
notes on
** See
page 31 in the “INSTALLATION GUIDE”
page 136 for details
Setting items
1-125, L1-L3
Select a channel you want to record.
CH
Every Sunday to Saturday, Monday
to Thursday, Monday to Friday,
Monday to Saturday, everyday.
Date
Start*
End*
Select a date of a TV program you want to record.
Enter a starting time of recording. (Set the timer to begin recording no sooner
than 5 minutes past the current time. An initial setting is 10 minutes later.)
You can also use the number buttons under the cover.
Enter an end time. (Set the timer to begin recording no sooner than 5
minutes past the current time recording must not exceed 9 hours.)
You can also use the number buttons under the cover.
DVD
HDD
AB
When you record on a DVD-RAM disc.
When you record on an HDD.
Media
When you use A + B (double-side) recording. (
page 70)
SP
Standard setting of recording time and picture quality. (Not applicable
when “L-PCM” is selected.)
LP
For longer recording, but inferior to “SP” in picture quality. (Not
applicable when “L-PCM” is selected.)
Mode
(Picture
Quality)
Manual
Auto
Customized setting of rate (bit rate).
To set a rate automatically according to the remaining volume of the
disc. (If the disc does not have room for the TV program, the program
cannot be recorded to the end.)
When you select an HDD, the recorder records for a length of time
corresponding to that of a blank DVD-RAM disc (4.7GB). Not
applicable to a recording for 2.5 hours or longer.
1.4, 2.0-9.2
Not applicable when “SP”, “LP” or “Auto” is selected.You can set a rate
at intervals of 0.2Mbps from 2.0 to 9.2. (The upper limit of the value
depends on the “Sound Quality” setting.)
Rate
(Bit Rate)
D1**
D2**
Standard setting.
Superior to
D1.
Audio
L-PCM
Best sound quality. Recommended for recording uncompressed original
digital audio. High data rate of L-PCM may result in shorter program length.
Notes
• See
page 66 for details on “Mode”, “Rate”, and “Audio”.
page 67.
• Other recording procedures are also available. See
• When you set the bit rate below about 4.0 Mbps, playback of some speed may not work correctly. There will be noise, and the
picture quality is lower than other rate settings.
Suggestions for the picture quality setting
• For normal recording or when you cannot decide which mode to choose.
Select “SP.”
• When you do not have to preserve the recorded content longer.
Select “LP.” Inferior to “SP” in picture quality, but it can record longer.
• To record a high picture quality
Select “Manual” to set a desired bit rate. The higher the bit rate, better the picture quality is, but shorter the
recording length becomes. We recommend that you set about 6.0 Mbps to 6.8 Mbps. For saving discs to make a
collection of dramas or cartoons, 3.2 Mbps is also recommended.You can fill a double sided disc with about 14
progams of 30 minutes from which unnecessary portions are deleted.
• To fill the disc
Select “Auto.” A bit rate is calculated automatically according to the remaining volume of the disc. Some contents
may not be recorded on the disc even if you select this function. This is not the function to make full use of the
remaining space capacity.
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Basic operations
Programing a recording (REC NAVI) (Continued)
Adding a programming selection
Changing an entry
1) Press the REC MENU button.
1) Press the REC MENU button.
The REC MENU appears.
The REC MENU appears.
2) Press the button to select a blank line, then
press the ENTER button.
2) Press the
want to change, then press the ENTER button.
3) Press the button to select an item, then
/
buttons to select an entry you
3) Press the
/
buttons to select the item, then
/
press the ADJUST button to set the item.
4) When complete, press the ENTER button.
5) Press the REC MENU button to exit.
press the ADJUST button to set the item.
4) Press the ENTER button.
The modification is registered.
5) Press the REC MENU button to exit.
Notes
• You cannot change any entry within 5 minutes before
recording start time.You can only delete the programming.
• Recording start time cannot be set to less than 5 minutes
after the current time.
Deleting a program entry
1) Press the REC MENU button.
The REC MENU appears.
2) Press the
/
buttons to select an entry you
want to delete.
Shifting a time period of a recording (Time
Shift)
If a prior TV program extends beyond its scheduled
time and into one that you programmed, you can shift
the programmed start and end time of the recording.
3) Press the QUICK MENU button.
The Quick Menu appears.
4) Press the
/
buttons to select “Program
Cancel,” then press the ENTER button.
Check the message, then delete the entry.
e.g.
PM09:00
PM09:54
5) Press the REC MENU button to exit.
Time Shift
PM09:20
20 mintes
extend
PM10:14
Selecting a combination of picture and sound
quality settings
1) Press the REC MENU button.
The REC MENU appears.
See “AV Record Quality”
page 128.
2) Press the
/
buttons to select an entry you
1) At step 3 on
MENU button.
page 34, press the QUICK
want to shift the time period.
The Quick Menu appears.
3) Open the cover of the remote control and press
the EXTEND button.
2) Press the buttons to select “AV Record
/
“Start Time” and “End Time” are ready to be input.
Quality,” then press the ENTER button.
The sub menu shows the combinations (1 to 5) you
have registered.
4) Press the EXTEND button repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, “Start Time” and
“End Time” is shifted in 10 minutes intervals to, up
to 60 minutes later.
3) Press the
/
buttons to select one, then press
the ENTER button.
Settings corresponding to your pre-set parameters
are automatically entered in the spaces: “Mode”,
“Rate”, and “Audio”.
5) Press the ENTER button.
6) Press the REC MENU button to exit.
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4) Press the
/
buttons to select an entry, then
Using elapsed programming data (Make an
entry of the same TV program)
press the ENTER button or press the ADJUST
button.
The recorder calculates on a bar graph how much
a specific program (identified by a check mark) will
occupy on the disc.
1) Press the REC MENU button.
The REC MENU appears.
2) Press the QUICK MENU button.
The Quick Menu appears.
Pressing the ADJUST button can display or remove
the check mark.
3) Press the
/
buttons to select “Elapsed
Programing,” then press the ENTER button.
The list of the past entry records appears.
e.g.
REC
Disc Budget Calculation
CH Date Start End
10/8(Tu) PM 19:25
MENU
Media Mode Rate Audio Result
The latest 9 entries are listed.
6. 0
Manual 6. 0
–
HDD Manual
DVD
HDD
DVD SP
D2
D2
D1
D2
3
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10 10/10(Thu) PM 9:30–PM10:00
You can access preceeding and previous pages by
–
10/10(Thu) PM10:30 PM11:30
LP 2. 2
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4
pressing the PICTURE SEARCH (
/
) button.
–
10/11(Fri) PM 8:30 PM11:30
4. 4
4) Press the buttons to select an entry you
/
want to use, then press the ENTER button.
Information corresponding to the selected program
appears on the Timer Programing List.
(
)
Elapsed
Selected(current) Available
HDD
DVD
Select
Return
Adjust
Revise List REC-MENUEnd
5) Press the
/
buttons to select an item, then
press the ADJUST button to modify the item.
6) When complete, press the ENTER button.
7) Press the REC MENU button to exit.
Selected entry
Available disc volume
When the entry item is marked X, the
recording does not end. Change the setting.
Note
5) Correct the parameters of the entry if
necessary.
• The recorder stores the latest 36 entries. A new entry
erases the oldest one.
(Skip to step 7 if you do not need this.)
You can change “Media”, “Mode”, “Rate”, and
“Audio”.
Remaining volume
1) Press the REC MENU button.
Select an item you want to modify and press the
ENTER button. The item will be ready to be altered.
Press the ADJUST button to modify. When
complete, press the ENTER button.
The REC MENU appears.
2) Press the QUICK MENU button.
The Quick Menu appears.
3) Press the
/
button to select “Disc Budget
6) Press the
button.
Calculation” then press the ENTER button.
The Disc Budget Calculation menu appears.
Program modification is registered.
7) Press the REC MENU button to exit the GUI.
Note
• When a Reservation disc is inserted in the recorder
page 71), you cannot check the remaining volume of
other discs.
(
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Tips on recording
To stop recording
To reduce noise on recordings (Rec DNR)
Press the STOP button.
Before recording, select “Rec DNR” from the setup
display.
page 129.
To pause recording (to omit an unnecessary
portion)
During recording, press the PAUSE button.
To resume recording, press it again.
To record and play at the same time
To start recording while playing a disc
Stop playback, then select the other disc by
pressing the HDD or DVD button, and start
recording on that disc.
Note
• Pausing recording automatically creates a new chapter at
that point.
To play a disc while recording on another disc
Select the disc that is not being recorded by
pressing the HDD or DVD button, and start
playback on the disc.
To stop a programmed recording
To finish,
Press the button on the front panel twice.
When you press it once, a message appears. While
the message is displayed, press the button once
again.
(This operation is not applicable while a menu is
displayed.)
To set an end time while recording is in progress
1) During recording, press the QUICK MENU
button.
The Quick Menu appears.
To pause recording,
Press the button on the front panel.
To resume recording, press it again.
2) Press the
/
buttons to select “EndTime”
then press the ENTER button.
The display changes as follows:
e.g.
To change a TV channel to be recorded
:
13
End Time
PM
2
1) During recording, press the PAUSE button.
Recording pauses.
2) Press the CHANNEL buttons to change the
channel.
3) Press the
/
buttons to select an item then
press the ADJUST button to change the value.
3) Press the PAUSE button to resume recording.
4) Press the ENTER button.
To view a TV program while recording another
Note
• By setting an end time, it is memorized as a programmed
one, and the indicator in the display section illuminates
to indicate that the recorder keeps an entry of recording.
• You cannot change the end time, once the setting is
completed.
1) Start recording on this recorder.
2) On a connected TV, select the TV mode.
3) Using the channel selector of the TV, select a
desired channel on the TV.
• The programmed end time must be set for after 5 minutes
from the current time.
To turn the power off automatically after
completing a programmed recording
1) While performing a programmed recording,
press the QUICK MENU button.
The Quick Menu appears.
2) Press the
/
buttons to select “Auto Power
Off” then press the ENTER button.
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Notes
To delay the end time while recording
• You cannot close the disc tray automatically at the
recording start time. If you want to record on a DVD-RAM
disc, load it on the recorder beforehand.
• While recording, you cannot change the settings of a
program, such as the channel, mode, etc.
Press the EXTEND button under the lid of the
remote control.
When you press it once, the current end time appears.
Each time you press the button, the end time
(displayed in the indication section) is delayed in 10
minutes increments, up to 60 minutes.
• The number of titles cannot exceed in any case 99 for a
DVD-RAM and 198 for the HDD.
• You cannot record on both an HDD and a DVD-RAM disc
at the same time (except relay recording).
• The maximum length of a recording is 9 hours. Recording
automatically stops when length exceeds 9 hours.
• While performing a programmed recording, you cannot
program a new timer selection.
• You may not be able to start recording if there is too little
time before a programmed recording begins.
• A programmed recording may not be executed if a power
failure occurrs within 5 minutes before the start time.
• If an HDD starts programmed recording while you are
playing a DVD-drive disc, the picture may pause
momentarily.
Notes
• Pressing any button other than the EXTEND button
completes this procedure to determine the end time.
• This operation must be performed prior to 1 minute before
the programmed end time.
• A recording automatically finishes when the disc is full or
when the recording exceeds 9 hours regardless of whether
or not you delayed the end time.
To play a title recorded on the HDD while
recording on the HDD (Recorded Title Play in
HDD)
This function works only during HDD recording.
You cannot play a title recorded on a DVD-RAM disc
sinultoneously with DVD-RAM recording.
HDD
• When you record monaural sound, the same sound is
recorded to both left and right channel.
• When you record a bilingual program in the “L-PCM” mode
(
page 35), the sound is recorded as stereo. In this
1) While recording on the HDD, press the
CONTENT MENU button.
case, both the main and sub sound will be output at the
same time. Select the output sound by pressing the INPUT
SELECT button.
• When you record content which will be dubbed on a DVD-
R, be sure to set “DVD-R Broadcast Record” to “Main” or
2) Press the
/
/
/
buttons to select a
desired title, then press the ENTER button.
Playback of the selected title starts.
“SAP” (
• To select SAP, set “SAP” to “on” (
• When you set “DVD-R Broadcast Record” to “Main” or
“SAP” ( page 128), only the selected sound of the
page 128).
Pressing the STOP button stops playback, and the
content that is being recorded appears on the
display. If you press the PLAY button, playback
resumes from the location you last stopped.
page 124).
bilingual program (main or sub) is recorded.
• When you set “DVD-R Broadcast Record” to “Main” or
“SAP” (
page 128), only the selected sound of the
Note
bilingual program is recorded. To prevent this, set “DVD-R
Broadcast Record” only when you record content that will
be dubbed to a DVD-R.
• While you are using this function, the following operations/
functions are not available.
- Dividing chapters. (By the CHP DIVIDE button)
- Programmed playback (Repeat playback, etc.)
- Editing (Chapter dividing, Playlist programming, dubbing,
title naming, title thumbnail setting, intro scan)
• While performing relay recording (
function is not available.
page 70), this
Entering the recording format on the DVD-R
Before recording, make sure “DVD-R Broadcast
Record” is set to “Main” or “SAP” (
page 128).
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Tips on recording (continued)
To delete recorded content
To protect recorded content
Important note
Any deleted title/chapter (original) cannot be restored.
Before deleting, be sure to check contents on the disc.
You can protect recorded content from unexpected
deletion.
Protection is provided for each title (original).
ENTER
1) Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Playing recorded
contents (CONTENT MENU)” (page 30) to select
a title.
/
/
/
2) Press the QUICK MENU button, and press the
/
buttons to select “Title Information”.Then
press the ENTER button. Press the
/
buttons to select “Lock” and then press the
ENTER button.
The mark appears.
Notes
DELETE
• To cancel protection, repeat this procedure.
• Disc initialization erases all titles on a disc even if they are
protected.
1) Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Playing recorded
contents (CONTENT MENU)” (
select a title (chapter).
page 30) to
2) Open the lid of the remote control and press the
DELETE button.
Alternate method:
Press the QUICK MENU button, then press the
/
buttons to select “Title Delete” (“Chapter
Delete”) and press the ENTER button.
3) Check the message and press the
to select “Yes,” then press the ENTER button.
/
buttons
Notes
• Deleting a title (a chapter) decreases the numbers of the
succeeding titles (chapters).
• A chapter of about 5 seconds or shorter may not be
deleted. Deleting a short chapter may not change the
display of the available disc volume.
• Deleting a playlist (
page 104) title/chapter does not
affect the original title/chapter.
• Deleting an original (
page 104) title/chapter affects all
the corresponding playlist title/chapters.
• Deleting all chapters in a title erases the title itself.
• Chapters in a title which contains still pictures cannot be
deleted.
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Basic operations
HDD
DVD-RAM DVD-VIDEO
VCD
CD
Quick Menu operation
To access various optional functions of this recorder, open the Quick Menu.The Quick Menu displays a
lite of selections relevant to your current mode.
e.g.
HDD
Source :Title Original
Quick Menu
Preview
Title Information
Auto Power Off
Exit
Object : DVD-RAM
All Clear
Start
Budget
Opening a Quick Menu
TOP MENU
MENU
RETURN
Press QUICK MENU.
ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL
1
HDD
TIMESLIP
DVD
The Quick Menu appears.
V-REMOTE
INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP
QUICK MENU
REC MENU EDIT MENU
LIBRARY
CONTENT MENU
I
T
P
Press
ENTER.
/
to select an item, then press
ENTER
2
R
PAUSE
STOP
PLAY
ENTER
REC
QUICK MENU
To exit the Quick Menu
Press the QUICK MENU button again.
Alternatively
Select “Exit” with the
ENTER button.
/
buttons, then press the
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Basic operations
Quick menu operation (Continued)
Functions in a Quick Menu
Besides these examples, various other ones are introduced on respective pages for convenience.
To play repeatedly (Repeat playback)
You can repeat a desired section.
Repeat All ORG Titles
:
To repeat all original titles in a disc.
HDD
DVD-RAM DVD-VIDEO
VCD
CD
Disc:
Status: Stop / Play
Repeat All PL Titles
To repeat all playlist titles in a disc.
:
Special Playback Mode
Item:
Cancel repeat
To resume normal playback.
Playback of an HDD or DVD-RAM stops.
: (in Repeat playback mode)
A sub menu appears. Follow steps 2 (
select an item.
page 41) to
A-B Repeat
:
You can designate a portion in a title or track to repeat
continuously.
If you select “A-B Repeat” and press the ENTER
button, the following display appears. Perform steps 1
and 2 below.
Notes
• Some discs may not permit repeat operation.
• You cannot use repeat playback in conjunction with
Random play.
• If you press the STOP button during repeat playback, this
operation is canceled.
• While you are performing repeat playback on an HDD or a
DVD-RAM disc, other operations except pause play is not
available.
e.g.
A
B
Set A
repeat
To play in random order (Random play)
You can play sections in random order.
To cancel the procedure, press the \ button.
DVD-VIDEO
Status: Stop / Play
VCD
CD
Disc:
1) Press the ENTER button at the beginning of the
segment (point A) you want to repeat.
The location of point A is memorized.
The display changes to “Set B”.
Item: Special Playback Mode
A sub menu appears. Follow steps 2 (
select an item.
page 41) to
2) Press the ENTER button at the end of the
segment (point B).
The location of point B is memorized, and repeat
playback begins between point A and B.
Title random
Plays all titles in a loaded disc in random order.
Each title is played beginning from chapter 1.
:
Title repeat
To repeat the same title.
:
:
Chapter random
Plays all chapters in a current title in random order.
:
Chapter repeat
To repeat the same chapter.
Track random
Plays all tracks on a loaded disc in random order.
:
Track repeat
To repeat the same track.
:
Cancel random
Resumes normal playback.
: (in Random play mode)
Disc repeat
To repeat the entire disc.
:
Notes
• Some discs may not permit random playback operation.
• You cannot use the random playback function in
conjunction with the memory playback function.
• You cannot use the random playback function in
conjunction with the repeat playback function.
• Pressing the STOP button during operation cancels
random playback.
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2) Press the
then perform step 1).
To select another chapter in the same title, you do
not need to select the title number.
Repeat these steps if necessary.
/
buttons to select the next box,
To play in favorite order (Memory playback)
You can select 30 titles, chapters, or tracks and play
them in favorite order.
(To play contents in an HDD or DVD-RAM disc in
favorite order, make a playlist. For details, see “Editing”
You can program up to 30 selections into memory.
on
page 104.)
3) Press the ENTER button.
DVD-VIDEO
VCD
CD
Disc:
Status: Stop / Play
Memory
To display an entry box for one program selection.
: (in normal playback mode)
Special Playback Mode
Item:
A sub menu appears. Follow steps 2 (
select an item.
page 41) to
Memory release
To resume normal playback.
: (in memory playback mode)
Memory list
:
If you select this and press the ENTER button, the
following display appears. Perform the steps below.
Memory repeat
To repeat a current memory playback.
: (in memory playback mode)
e.g.
Notes
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
T
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
CT
• Some discs may not permit memory playback operation.
• Inputting numbers of titles, chapters or tracks that a disc
does not contain will result in error.
• You cannot program/change selections during memory
playback. To change selections, cancel memory playback
by pressing the STOP button.
• When you turn off the power, the selected memory is
erased.
• You can exit the memory playback display by pressing the
O button.
1) Input numbers of a titles, chapters, or tracks by
using the number buttons, in favorite order.
Input each 3-digit number.
To input a 1- or 2-digit number, first input 0.
(e.g. “0”, “0”, “3”.)
To cancel the numbers, press the CLEAR button.
To input a chapter number, press the
to shift the cursor.
/
buttons
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Basic operations
Quick menu operation (Continued)
To display the current bit rate
To preview the first and end of every selection
(titles/chapters)
HDD
DVD-RAM DVD-VIDEO
Disc:
Status: Stop / Play
Disc: HDD
Status: While the EDIT MENU is displayed.
Preview
DVD-RAM
Item:
Bit rate
Item:
Note
• To turn off the bit rate display, select this item again.
To cancel selection of a title/chapter
To use virtual surround sound effect
You can obtain expansive virtual surround sound
effects from just two speakers. (3-D sound)
Disc: HDD
DVD-RAM
Status: While the EDIT MENU is displayed.
Item: Cancel Selected Title
HDD
DVD-RAM DVD-VIDEO
VCD
CD
Disc:
Status: Stop / Play
To program the recorder to turn itself off
automatically after an operation is finished
(
)
Item:
3D N-2-2
Disc: HDD
DVD-RAM
A sub menu appears. Perform step 2 (
select an item.
page xx) to
Status: While the EDIT MENU is displayed. / During
timer program recording.
Item:
Auto Power Off
Off
3D effect is turned off.
On
:
:
:
Note
• This function will be canceled if the initial operation was not
completed properly, e.g., canceled or interrupted.
3D effect is activated.
Headphone
A 3D effect designed especially for headphone sound
is activated.
To exit the Quick Menu
HDD
DVD-RAM DVD-VIDEO
VCD
CD
Disc:
Status: While the Quick Menu is displayed.
Notes
Item:
Exit
• You may notice a change in apparent volume level when
using this function.
• This function may not work depending on the sound format
and the setting (
page 55).
• Dolby Surround Pro Logic may not work at all or correctly
when using the 3D sound effect.
• For high quality sound, set to “Off” when playing back a
Linear PCM track.
To check information on a title
Disc: HDD
DVD-RAM
Status: Play
Item:
Title Information
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