Toshiba D-vr4su User Manual

							Hi-Fi VCR & DVD VIDEO RECORDER
D-VR4XSU
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Various settings
Disc playback
Tape playback
Recording
Editing the disc
DIGITAL VIDEO
©2005 Toshiba Corporation
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82Dubbing
Additional information
This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs.
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WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture.
CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
FCC NOTICE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION:Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with the
FCC Rules could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
CAUTION:THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM.
TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS USERS GUIDE CARE-
FULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTE-
NANCE, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION.
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM, DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THE ENCLO-
SURE.  VISIBLE LASER RADIATION MAY BE PRESENT WHEN THE ENCLOSURE IS OPENED.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.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
products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to aler t the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Location of the required Marking
The rating sheet and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
CERTIFICATION: COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE
STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPENCAUTION
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.  
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1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a soft dry cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only.
6. ATTACHMENTS
The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may cause
hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.
8A.An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation,
to ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilation is provided and/or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCE
This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.S3125A
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
13. LIGHTNING
To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the
unit due to lightning and power line surges.
14. POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall onto or against such power 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. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out par ts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.
17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and suppor ting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H) GROUND CLAMP
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
18. SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
For example:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d.
If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its nor mal operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f . When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
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CONDENSATION
Moisture will form in the operating section of the DVD/VCR if the unit is brought from cool surroundings into a warm
room or if the temperature of the room rises suddenly. When this happens, the DVD/VCR’s performance will be
impaired.
To prevent this, let the DVD/VCR stand in its new surroundings for about an hour before switching it on, or make
sure that the room temperature rises gradually.
Condensation may also form during the summer if the DVD/VCR is exposed to the breeze from an air conditioner.
In such cases, change the location of the DVD/VCR.
*  This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intel-
lectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and
is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Re-
verse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and
may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of 525 progressive scan picture problems, it is
recommended that the user switch the connection to the “STANDARD DEFINITION” output. If there are
questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 525p DVD player, please contact our customer
service center.
*  Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
*  “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
*  The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or revision of television programs, videotapes, DVDs and
other materials, is prohibited under the Copyright Laws of the United States and other countries, and may
subject you to civil and/or criminal liability.
*Windows Media and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corpo-
ration in the United States and/or other countries. 19. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
20. SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.
21. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
22. DISC TRAY
Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury.
23. CONNECTING
When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from
the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause a product damage. Read the owners manual of the other equip-
ment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections.
24. LASER BEAM
Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the
laser beam. It may cause sight damage.
25. DISC
Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious
personal injury and product malfunction.
26. NOTE TO CABLE TV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-
nected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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Introduction
• SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................... 2
• IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .............................. 3
• Contents ............................................................. 6
• Features .............................................................. 8
• Disc ..................................................................... 9
Handling discs ................................................... 9
DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are
recommended for recording ............................... 9
Discs which can be played back ........................ 9
Discs on which video can be recorded ............ 10
DVD-RAM ........................................................ 10
DVD-RW .......................................................... 10
DVD-R .............................................................. 10
Recording format ............................................. 10
Disc playback in other players ......................... 11
On Video CDs .................................................. 11
• Parts and functions ......................................... 12
Front ................................................................ 12
Rear ................................................................. 12
Display window ................................................ 13
Remote control ................................................ 14
Power Source .................................................. 15
• Antenna connections ...................................... 16
• Cable TV connections ...................................... 18
• Connections with the TV or audio
     component ........................................................ 20
• Auto clock setting ............................................ 22
• Setting the video channel ............................... 22
Various settings
• Setup Menu ....................................................... 23
Using the Setup Menu ..................................... 23
• General Settings .............................................. 24
Parental / Password ......................................... 24
TV/Cable Select ............................................... 25
Auto CH Memory ............................................. 25
CH Add/Delete (channels) ............................... 25
Clock ................................................................ 25
• Setting the Video .............................................. 26
TV Screen ........................................................ 26
Display (Turning the screen display
“On” or “Off”) .................................................... 26
Line1 Input/Line2 Input .................................... 27
E.B.L ................................................................ 27
• Setting the Audio ............................................. 27
Dolby Digital Output ......................................... 27
DRC ................................................................. 27
Surround .......................................................... 27
SAP (Second Audio Program) ......................... 27
Contents
OSD Language ................................................ 28
DVD Menu ....................................................... 28
Audio ................................................................ 28
Subtitle ............................................................. 28
• Setting the Record ........................................... 29
Auto Chapter .................................................... 29
Black Level (REC) ........................................... 29
• Setting the Disc ................................................ 29
Initialize ............................................................ 29
Finalize ............................................................ 30
Protect Disc ..................................................... 30
DVD-RAM Physical Format ............................. 30
Disc playback
• Playback procedure ......................................... 31
• Playback by selecting a title ........................... 32
• Checking media information ........................... 33
• Special playback .............................................. 34
Fast forward playback ...................................... 34
Review playback .............................................. 34
Still playback .................................................... 34
Frame advance ................................................ 34
Slow motion playback ...................................... 34
Locating a chapter or track .............................. 34
• Instant skip ....................................................... 35
• Locating a specific scene ............................... 35
• Repeat playback ............................................... 36
Instant replay ................................................... 36
A-B repeat playback ......................................... 36
Title/Chapter repeat playback .......................... 36
• Title selection ................................................... 37
• DVD menu ......................................................... 37
• Changing angles .............................................. 38
• Zooming ............................................................ 38
• Changing soundtrack language ..................... 39
• Subtitles ............................................................ 39
• To turn off the PBC (VIDEO CD Version 2.0) .. 39
• Various operations with CD Playback ............ 40
• MP3/WMA/JPEG playback ............................... 42
• Progressive scan ............................................. 45
• Setting the Language ...................................... 28
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Media mark
Each applicable media are indicated using the symbol shown below.
• Editing an original title .................................... 70
Changing an original title name ....................... 70
Adding a chapter mark ..................................... 71
Erasing an unnecessary scene ........................ 72
Combining chapters ......................................... 73
Erasing a chapter ............................................. 74
Erasing an original title .................................... 75
Set Index Picture ............................................. 76
• Changing a disc name ..................................... 77
Changing a disc name ..................................... 77
Using the keyboard screen .............................. 78
Dubbing
• Dubbing a tape onto a disc ............................. 79
• Dubbing a disc onto a tape ............................. 80
• Dubbing using other equipment ..................... 81
Additional information
• Glossary ........................................................... 82
• Language code list .......................................... 84
• Problems and troubleshooting ....................... 85
• Video head cleaning ........................................ 86
• Error/Warning message list ............................ 87
• Specifications ................................................... 88
• Limited Warranty .............................................. 89
Tape playback
• Loading and unloading a cassette tape ......... 46
• Cassette tape playback ................................... 47
• Special playback .............................................. 48
Picture search .................................................. 48
Still picture ....................................................... 48
Slow motion ..................................................... 48
Frame by frame picture .................................... 48
Adjusting tracking condition ............................. 48
Repeat playback .............................................. 48
Instant skip ....................................................... 48
To display VCR operation status ...................... 48
• ZERO RETURN function .................................. 49
• Video index search system ............................. 49
Recording
• Read this before recording on disc ................ 50
Types of disc .................................................... 50
Recording modes ............................................. 50
Disc remaining time ......................................... 50
Images that cannot be recorded ...................... 51
• Recording a TV program ................................. 52
• One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) ................ 54
• Timer recording ................................................ 55
• Chase playback ................................................ 58
• Stereo recording and playback ...................... 59
Editing the disc
• Editing the disc ................................................ 60
• Editing a playlist .............................................. 61
Creating a playlist ............................................ 61
Changing a title name ...................................... 62
Adding a chapter mark ..................................... 63
Erasing an unnecessary scene ........................ 64
Combining chapters ......................................... 65
Erasing a chapter ............................................. 66
Combining the titles ......................................... 67
Erasing a playlist .............................................. 68
Set Index Picture ............................................. 69
Contents
: DVD-Video : DVD-R
: DVD-RW in VR mode
: Audio/Video CD and CD-R/CD-RW
: DVD-RW in Video mode : Video tape
: DVD-RAM
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Playback function
Title menu
Video CD/SVCD/MP3/WMA/JPEG playback
Video CD/SVCD/MP3/WMA files can be played back.
You can also display JPEG files on the TV screen and
enjoy them as a slide show.
Progressive scan
This unit supports the progressive scanning system. If
your TV is equipped with component video input jacks
which support the progressive video input, you can enjoy
a high quality picture. Not only you can playback and record video tapes, but
you can also playback DVD discs 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.
A realistic, powerful, Movie Theater sound
When connected to Dolby Digital and DTS compliant
devices, you can enjoy realistic, powerful surround
sound.
Playback the scene you want to see immediately
As DVD’s do not require rewinding like video tapes, you
can get to the scene you wish to watch immediately.  A
variety of search functions allow you to find the scene
you wish to watch.
As thumbnail images are displayed in the title menu,
you can find the title you want to play back quickly.
Chase playback
You can star t playback from the beginning of a program
currently being recorded. You will find this function of
great advantage on long programs, as you do not have
to wait for the end of recording to start playback.
Recording function
Timer recording
The timer recording system allows you to select the
date, time and channel and record the desired pro-
grams. Up to 12 timer programs within a month can be
stored in this unit.
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)
The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a
simple and convenient way to make a timed recording.
Edit function
Editing recorded material without changing
the original titles
You can create a playlist based on the original titles.
The playlist won’t affect the original titles. If you erase
the playlist, the original titles remain. It is recommended
to create and edit the playlist to prevent important titles
from being erased accidentally.
Chapter mark
You can add (or delete) a chapter mark to (from) the
original title. This function is useful when searching for
the scene you wish to watch that you have marked with
the Chapter mark function.
Erasing scenes
You can erase an unnecessary scene from the created
playlist or the original titles.
Combining titles
You can combine several original titles or playlists to a
separate playlist.
Dubbing function
Dubbing a video tape onto a disc or a disc
onto a video tape
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Dubbing cannot be carried out when attempting to
copy a “copy guarded”  video tape or disc. With this unit, you can dub whatever you like, from video
tape to disc or from disc to video tape.
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Handling discs
Removing the disc from its caseBe sure to hold the disc by its edges.
Do not touch the surface of the disc.
Take the disc carefully from its case.
•Do not scratch the disc.
•Do not get dirt on the surface of the disc.
•Do not stick labels or adhesive tapes on the disc.
•Do not drop or bend the disc.
Storing discs•Store the disc in the case to avoid any risk of
scratches, dirt or damage.
•Do not leave the disc exposed to direct sunlight or in
hot or humid places.
Cleaning discsWipe 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 discs with cartridges are
recommended for recording.
•Two types of DVD-RAM discs are available: ones with
car tridges and ones without car tridges. 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 car tridges are
easier to handle in this regard.
•Do not open the car tridge shutter. The
disc may not play, or may not be recorded
or edited once it becomes dir ty.
•There are two types of DVD-RAM car-
tridges: removable (TYPE 2/4) and non-
removable (TYPE 1).
It is recommended not to remove the disc even
when you can.
Refer to the instruction manual that comes with the
disc if it is absolutely necessar y to remove the disc.
•Some commercially available car tridge discs cannot
be recorded or edited once the inside discs are
removed.
•To protect recorded contents
Slide the write-protect tab to “PRO-
TECT” with something small enough.
The disc can play, but cannot be
edited or erased. Refer to the instruc-
tions that come with the disc.
Notes on copyright
The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or
revision of television programs, videotapes, DVDs
and other materials, is prohibited under the Copyright
Laws of the United States and other countries, and
may subject you to civil and/or criminal liability.
Discs which can be played backFor this unit, use only discs that meet the standard, such
as those bearing the right above logo marks on the disc
label surface. If you use a non-standard disc, we cannot
guarantee playback. Even if such a disc can be played
back, we cannot guarantee the image or sound quality.
The DVD logo is a registered trademark.
Media typeLogo mark
DVD-Video
l
DIGITAL VIDEO
*This unit is designed to playback music Compact Discs (CD) that
conform to the CD standard. CDs that contain (copy-restriction) sig-
nals to protect copyrights cannot be played back.
Because of problems and errors that can occur during
the creation of DVD and CD software and/or the manu-
facture of DVD and CD discs, Toshiba cannot guaran-
tee that DVD/VCR will play every feature of ever y DVD
bearing the DVD logo and/or every CD bearing the CD
logo. As one of the creators of DVD technology, Toshiba
DVD players are manufactured using the highest stan-
dards of quality, and as a result, such incompatibilities
are rare. If you happen to experience any difficulty play-
ing a DVD or a CD on DVD/VCR, please feel free to
contact us via the method listed in the How to Obtain
Warranty Services section on page 90.
Region management informationThis unit is designed and manufactured to support the
region management information that is recorded on a
DVD disc. If the region number written on the DVD disc
does not correspond to the region number of this unit,
this unit cannot play that disc.
•The region number of this unit is “1”.
•The unit will play DVD-Video discs marked with la-
bels containing “1” or “ALL”.
Example:
 
1
Operating DVD-Video•Some operations of DVD-Video may be prohibited
by the manufacturer, or some operation methods or
functions of the DVD-Video may be different from the
description in this manual.
•If you attempt an operation that is prohibited by ei-
ther the disc or the unit, a “
” mark will appear on
the TV monitor. For operations prohibited by the disc,
see the information that come with the disc.
•When the menu screen or the operation guide ap-
pears during disc playback, follow the displayed in-
formation.
Discs which cannot be played backThe discs listed below cannot be played back in gen-
eral. Even if one of these can be played back, it may
not be played back correctly. If a disc is played back by
mistake, extensively loud sounds may blow the speak-
ers or may damage the hearing of those in hearing
range. Do not playback the discs listed below.
CDG, Photo-CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT, CD-EXTRA,
SACD, PD, CDV, DVD-ROM, DVD+R/RW, DVD
audio, etc. DVD-RAM Ver.2.0 Ver.2.1
Video CD
SVCD DVD-RW Ver.1.0 Ver.1.1 Ver.1.2
Ver.1.1CPRM 
suppor t
DVD-R Ver.2.0(Ver.2.0/4x/8x)
Audio CD*
CD-R/CD-RW
PROTECT
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DVD-R•You can record on the disc only in the Video mode.
•You can record until the disc becomes full.
•Finalizing the discs allows playback on other DVD
players. However, the finalized discs can no longer
be recorded.
•Discs can be recorded repeatedly until they are final-
ized.
•Only titles that were recorded under video mode can
be played. However, titles recorded onto a CPRM
compatible disc in the VR mode cannot be played.
NOTES:
•There are some players that cannot playback discs
that were recorded with this unit. We cannot guaran-
tee 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.
Recording formatThis unit has two modes for formatting discs for record-
ing: VR mode and Video mode.
When a blank new disc is loaded into this unit, the au-
tomatic format function starts to format the disc. (For
the disc format setting in this step, see page 29.)
VR mode•This mode can be used for DVD-RAM/-RW.
•In this mode, the discs can be recorded and edited
repeatedly.
•The disc recorded in this mode can be played back
with other DVD-RW-compatible players.
•When a Ver.1.1 CPRM or Ver. 1.2 disc is used, you
can record a “Copy Once” program (see page 51).
Video mode•This mode can be used for DVD-R and DVD-RW
(Ver.1.1/1.2).
•When you finalize the disc after recording, the disc
recorded with this unit can be played back with other
DVD players.
•Recording, editing or playback of an unfinalized disc
can be done only with this unit. However, there are
some limitation to editing operations.
•In this mode, you cannot record a “Copy Once” pro-
gram (see page 51).
•When you record a TV program of a bilingual broad-
cast, only one of the audio modes can be recorded.
You have to select it.
Format modes that can be used with each discThe usable format depends on the media type as shown
in the below table.
DVD-RAM•Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVD-
RAM standard Version 2.0 or 2.1.
The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in
any other standard. When using such a disc, initial-
ize it by using the disc-format function of this 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 capac-
ity. Also, a DVD-RAM disc may not be edited or re-
corded if its title contains still pictures.
•When you load a DVD-RAM disc for PC, “INCOR-
RECT DISC”may appear on screen. In this case,
please format the disc to use with this recorder.
•When you load a DVD-RAM disc for PC, “INCORECT
DISC” may appear on screen. In this case, please
format the disc to use with this recorder.
•DVD-RAM discs formatted in UDF2.0 on a PC may
be incompatible with this recorder. Before using these
discs, initialize them on this recorder.
•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.
Such an indication on a disc is required also for the
Library Management database.
DVD-RW•The disc can be erased and used again about 1,000
times.
•Only the VR mode can be used for Ver.1.0 discs.
•With Ver.1.1/1.2 discs, you can record by selecting
the VR mode or Video mode.
•When you record in the VR mode, you can record
and erase repeatedly. By erasing unnecessary titles,
you effectively increase remaining time.
•When you record in the Video mode, you can record
until the disc becomes full.
•When you use the Video mode, you can newly record
on the disc by formatting the disc. However, if the
disc is formatted, all the recorded contents will be
erased.
Discs on which video can be recorded
To record video with this unit, use the discs below: The below DVD-Video may not be played back.
•DVD-Video that do not have the region number “1” or
“ALL”.
•PAL or SECAM DVD-Video.
•Prohibited or business-use DVD-Video.
CD-R/CD-RWs cannot be played back for the follow-
ing reasons.
•Compatibility of the disc and this unit.
•Compatibility of the disc and the recorder used.
•Unfinalized discs.
Do not playback the following discs. Playback of
these discs may cause a failure.
•Discs on which paper, labels or stickers are affixed.
•Discs that have sticky areas left by adhesive tape.
•Special-shaped discs.
Media typeFo rmat
DVD-RW
(Ver.1.0)
DVD-RW
(Ver.1.1 and
 1.2)
DVD-R
(Ver.2.0/4x/8x)
Available functions
VR mode
VR mode
Video mode
VR mode
Video modePlayback, recording and
editing (Original/playlist)
Playback, recording and
editing (Original/playlist)
Playback and recording
Editing (with limitation)
Playback (with limitation)
Playback and recording
Editing (with limitation)
DVD-RAM
(Ver.2.0/2.1)VR modePlayback, recording and
editing (Original/playlist)
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)
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