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    SERVICE MANUAL
    Hi-Fi VCR & DVD VIDEO
    RECORDER
    DOCUMENT CREATED IN JAPAN, October, 2005
    D-VR4XSU
    FILE NO. 810-200586
    D-VR4XSC 
    						
    							92Printed in ThailandJ2H50101B SH 05/09 K
    Hi-Fi VCR & DVD VIDEO RECORDER
    D-VR4XSU
    OWNER’S MANUAL
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    60Introduction
    Various settings
    Disc playback
    Tape  playback
    Recording
    Editing the disc
    DIGITAL VIDEO
    ©2005 Toshiba Corporation
    79
    82Dubbing
    Additional information
    This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs.
    Introduction
    2
    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.
    -
    Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.
    - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
    CAUTION:Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the par tly responsible for compliance with the
    FCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
    CAUTION:THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM.
    TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS USER'S 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
    product's 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  alert  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.  Introduction
    3
    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 
    						
    							Introduction
    4
    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 parts 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 supporting 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 thatare covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damageand 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.
    Introduction
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    CONDENSATIONMoisture 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 owner's 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
    Introduction
    6
    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
    Introduction
    7
    Media markEach 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 
    						
    							Introduction
    8Features
    Playback function
    Title menu
    Video CD/SVCD/MP3/WMA/JPEG playback
    Video CD/SVCD/MP3/WMA files can be played back.
    You can also display JPEG files on the TV screen and
    enjoy them as a slide show.
    Progressive scan
    This unit supports the progressive scanning system. If
    your TV is equipped with component video input jacks
    which support the progressive video input, you can enjoy
    a high quality picture. Not only you can playback and record video tapes, but
    you can also playback DVD discs 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 start 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 functionTimer 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
    •
    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.
    Introduction
    9 Disc
    Handling discsRemoving 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
    cartridges  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 cartridge 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 markDVD-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 every 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:
     
    1Operating 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 
    supportDVD-R Ver.2.0(Ver.2.0/4x/8x)
    Audio CD*
    CD-R/CD-RW
    PROTECT
    Introduction
    10Disc
    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 recordedTo 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 typeFormat
    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)
    Introduction
    11 Disc
    CHAPTER 1TITLE1 TITLE2
    DVD DISC
    CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 3CHAPTER 1
    TRACK  1 TRACK  2 TRACK  3 TRACK  4 TRACK  5
    Audio-CD
    When recording in the Video modeWhen a disc recorded in the Video mode is finalized, it
    cannot be recorded onto any mode. Therefore, before
    finalization,  be  sure  to  perform  all  desired  recording.
    After finalization, a title list that can be used by the DVD
    player is automatically created.
    NOTES:
    • The finalization process may require from a few min-
    utes up to 1 hour depending on the disc type and the
    amount of free space on the disc.
    • A  DVD-RW Ver.1.1/1.2  recorded  in  the Video  mode
    cannot be recorded or edited after finalization. But if
    you  format  the  disc  by  erasing  all  the  content,  you
    can record on this disc again.
    • A finalized  disc  may  not  play  because  of  the  condi-
    tion  of  the  DVD  or  the  compatibility  with  the  player
    used for playback.
    • Some players may not playback the discs recorded
    with this unit. We cannot guarantee the playback us-
    ing other players.
    On Video CDsThis DVD supports Video CDs equipped with the
    PBC (Version 2.0) function. (PBC is the abbreviation
    of Playback Control.) You can enjoy two playback
    variations depending on types of discs.
    • Video CD not equipped with PBC function
    (Version 1.1)
    Sound and movie can be played on this DVD in the
    same way as an audio CD.
    • Video CD equipped with PBC function
    (Version 2.0)
    In addition to operation of a Video CD not equipped
    with the PBC function, you can enjoy playback of
    interactive software with search function by using
    the menu displayed on the TV screen (Menu
    Playback). Some of the functions described in this
    owner’s manual may not work with some discs.
    Title/Chapter/TrackA  DVD-Video  has  large  partitions  called  “Titles”,  and
    smaller partitions within them called “Chapters”.
    A music CD has other partitions called “Tracks”. A num-
    ber is allotted to each partition and these numbers are
    called “title numbers”, “chapter numbers” or “track num-
    bers”.
    When recording in the VR modeOne-time  recording  is  set  to  1  title  (1  chapter).  How-
    ever, if you stop recording temporarily or erase scenes
    by editing, the chapter will automatically be partitioned.
    The interval between chapters can be specified. (See
    page 29.)
    When recording in the Video modeOne-time recording is set to 1 title. In recording, chap-
    ters are set automatically. The interval between chap-
    ters can be specified. (See page 29.)
    NOTES:
    • The title, chapter and track are numbered, but some
    discs may not record the numbers.
    • Recording on DVD-R/RW in the Video mode is a new
    standard approved at the 2000 DVD forum. Confor-
    mity  to  this  standard  varies  with  each  DVD  player
    manufacturer. Some models of DVD player or DVD-
    ROM drive, therefore, will not playback recorded vid-
    eos.• Toshiba is not liable for any damage or loss caused
    directly or indirectly by the malfunction of this DVD/
    VCR, including, without limitation, any one of the
    following:
    • Failure to record contents intended to be recorded
    by the consumer.
    • Failure to edit contents as intended by the consumer.
    • When a DVD-RAM disc or a DVD-R disc created on
    this recorder is used (e.g., insertion, playback,
    recording or editing) in another DVD player, recorder
    or personal computer drive.
    • When a DVD-RAM disc or a DVD-R disc that is used
    in the manner described in the immediately
    preceding bullet point is used again in this recorder.
    • When a DVD-RAM disc or a DVD-R disc that was
    recorded in another DVD recorder, or in a personal
    computer drive is used in this recorder.
    • Discs recorded in this recorder may not operate as
    expected on other DVD players, recorders or
    personal computer drives.
    Disc playback in other playersDVD-RW/R recorded in this unit can be finalized. The
    disc can be played back in other players that can
    playback DVD-RW and DVD-R.
    For  more  information  on  finalization,  see  “Finalize”  in
    “Setting the Disc” (page 30).
    When recording in the VR modeEven  if  a  DVD-RW  disc  recorded  in  the  VR  mode  is
    finalized, you can record or edit by cancelling the
    finalization. (See “Finalize” on page 30.)
    When you playback the disc with another player, make
    sure that the DVD player supports DVD-RW. 
    						
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    12Parts and functions
    Rear Front
    AC power cordCOAXIAL DIGITAL
    AUDIO OUT jack
    (DVD Priority)
    AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT jacks
    (DVD/VCR common) AUDIO (L/R)
    OUT jacks
    (DVD Priority)AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO 
    IN (INPUT 1) jacks S-VIDEO
    IN (INPUT 1) jack
     S-VIDEO OUT jack
    (DVD Priority)COMPONENT
    OUT jacks
    (DVD Priority)
    OPTICAL DIGITAL
    AUDIO OUT jack
    (DVD Priority)RF IN jackRF OUT jack
    ON/STANDBY button
    EJECT button
    OPEN/CLOSE button PLAY button
    STOP buttonF.FWD (Fast Forward)
    button REW (Rewind) button
    REC/OTR button CHANNEL 
    / buttons
    Disc tray
    Cassette loading slot
    DVD button/
    DVD indicator
    DUBBING button VCR button/
    VCR indicator
    Display window
    VIDEO IN (INPUT 2) jackS-VIDEO IN
    (INPUT 2) jack
    AUDIO (L/R) IN
    (INPUT 2)jacks
    * This unit has a door on the front panel.
    Please open it to access the S-VIDEO jack and the AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (INPUT 2) jacks.
    Remote sensor
    Introduction
    13
    No. DisplayDescription
    Lights during video tape playback.
    1
    Parts and functions
    NOTES:
    • Some discs may not playback correctly, or chapter number, playback time, etc may not be displayed.
    • You may adjust the brightness of the display window. Press CLOCK/COUNTER during power off (stand-by mode).
    The brightness of the display is changed as follows whenever the button is pressed.
    stand-by : dark 
     disappear
    (power-on : bright  dark)
    Display window
    Video tape is temporarily stopped.
    Lights during video tape recording.
    Progressive scanning mode.
    Timer recording display.
    P
    P
    2
    13
    4
    2
    4Appears when a CD is inserted.
    Appears when a DVD-Video is inserted.
    Appears when a DVD-R is inserted.
    Appears when a DVD-RW is inserted.
    Appears when a DVD-RW in VR mode is inserted. When the disc is set to video mode, VR does not appear.Video tape is in the unit.
    Clock display (Colon [ : ] flashes).
    Counter display in hour/minute/second for VCR/DVD, minute/second for CD.Cable TV channel display.
    TV channel display.
    Track number display for CD.
    Display for afternoon (out in the morning).
    The external input channel (L1 or L2) display.
    Error display.
    Lights during playback of DVD and CD. Flashes in auto resume.
    DVD or CD is temporarily stopped.
    Lights during DVD recording. CD
    DV D
    DVD-RDVD-RW
    VR
    10:00
    01
    H00M00SC 36CH
    2CH
    TRK 002
    PM
    L1/L2
    Err
    3
    4 DVD recording modes. XP, SP, LP or SLP can be selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED repeatedly.2 VCR recording modes. SP or SLP can be selected in turn by pressing the REC MODE/SPEED repeatedly.SP/SLPXP/SP/LP/SLP
    Appears when a DVD-RAM is inserted.
    RAM
    Appears when the  tuner built into this unit is not selected. When you press TV/VIDEO disappears.TV
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    OPEN/CLOSEOpens or Closes the tray31EJECTEjects the cassette tape 46
    PROGRESSIVE Activates the progressive scanning mode 45
    TV/VIDEO Select to operate TV/VIDEO 22, 53
    ON/STANDBY Turns power on/off 22
    0-9 Direct channel selection of TV 52
    Setting input 35
    Entering a password 24
    INSTANT  REPLAY Repeats playback between the section played
    10 seconds before and present section 36
    INSTANT SKIP Skips commercial breaks 35, 48
    DISPLAY Displays VCR or DVD operation status 33, 49
    VCR
    DV D
    CH 
    /Channel selection for the connected TV or VCR 52
    DUBBING Copies VCR to DVD or DVD to VCR 79
    DVD MENU Displays the menu of the DVD disc 37
    INPUT SELECT Switches the connected TV to external inputs 81
    TOP MENU/TITLE MENUSelects titles of a DVD disc 32, 37, 61
    SETUP Displays the Easy Menu 23, 55
     / Cursor buttons 23, 31, 35, 55
    TRK +/– Manual tracking in the playback mode for VCR 48
     / Cursor buttons 23, 31, 35
    ENTER Option selection in the menu 23, 31, 35, 55
    RETURN Close the menu window 23
    CANCEL Deletes the Timer recording program 57
    Cancels input data in the setting mode 24
    PAUSE/STILL Still picture/Recording pause on/off 34, 48
    PLAY Playback 31, 47
    STOP Stop 31, 47, 53
    SKIP 
    /Skips chapters in the forward or reverse direction 34
    INDEX  / Searches for the INDEX mark of a tape 49SEARCH /REWRewind/Review playback 34, 47, 48SEARCH /F.FWDFast Forward/Forward search playback 34, 47, 48
    REC MODE/SPEED Selects the recording mode 52, 54
    REC/OTR Recording 52, 54
    TIMER REC Sets the unit to start recording at a preset time 57
    SLOW Slow motion playback  34, 48
    ANGLE Changes playback angle 38
    COUNTER RESET Resets the counter to 00H 00M 00S 49
    AUDIO SELECT Switches sound between mono and stereo 59
    AUDIO Changes the language of the DVD 39
    SUBTITLE Selects subtitles of the DVD disc 39
    ATR Digital AUTO TRACKING 48
    CLOCK/COUNTER Changes the front panel display mode 49
    ZOOM Zoom (for DVD/Video CD) 38
    ZERO RETURN Stops the tape when the counter reaches 00H 00M 00S 49A-B REPEAT Repeats playback between A and B 36
    PLAY MODE Selects the playback mode/Cancels PBC function
    35, 36, 39
    REPEAT Repeats playback 48
    Remote controlPage
    Parts and functions
    Switches to operation between VCR and DVD 31,47,79,80
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    15
    Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control:
    Parts and functions
    3Close the compartment cover.2Pay attention to the polarity dia-
    gram  in  the  battery  compart-
    ment when install two AAA bat-
    teries.1Open  the  battery  compartment
    cover  in  the  direction  of  the  ar-
    row.
    Caution:Never throw batteries into a fire.
    Notes:
    •Be sure to use AAA size batteries.
    •Dispose of batteries in a designated disposal area.
    •Batteries should always be disposed of with the environment in mind. Always dispose of batteries in
    accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
    •If the remote control does not operate correctly, or if the operating range becomes reduced, replace batteries
    with new ones.
    •When necessary to replace batteries in the remote control, always replace both batteries with new ones.
    Never mix battery types or use new and used batteries in combination.
    •Always remove batteries from remote control if they are dead or if the remote control is not to be used for an
    extended period of time. This will prevent battery acid from leaking into the battery compartment.
    Remote control basics•Press ON/STANDBY to turn the DVD/VCR on or off.
    •Press CH  or CH  to move through the channels, one channel at a time.
    •The /// are also used to navigate on-screen menu system.
    •You can directly access specific channels using numeric keys.
    • Each press of DVD or VCR, switches the screen between the DVD screen (DVD mode) and the VCR screen
    (VCR mode).
    Operation• Aim the remote control at the remote sensor and press control buttons to
    operate.
    • Operate the remote control within 30° angle on either side of the remote
    sensor, up to a distance of approximately 7 meters (23 feet).
    Polarized AC Cord Plug
    (One blade is wider than the other.)AC Outlet
    Wider Hole
    and Blade
    Power SourceTO USE AC POWER SOURCE
    Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert the AC
    cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.
    NOTES:
    • Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified voltage
    (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only.
    • If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized AC outlet, do not
    attempt to file or cut the blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an
    electrician replace the obsolete outlet.
    • If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and the unit fails to
    function, simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet and plug it back in. The
    unit should return to normal operation.
    • If the AC cord plug is plugged in for the first time, wait for approximate 3
    minutes before operating the unit.
    Approx.7 meters (23 feet) 
    						
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    NOTES: •A clear picture will not be obtained by the DVD/VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect the
    antenna to the DVD/VCR properly.
    •For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The use
    of an outdoor type antenna is required.
    •If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel. If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a Cable TV subscriber, skip ahead
    to page 18 for the proper connections.
     ANTENNA TO DVD/VCR CONNECTIONThe DVD/VCR must be connected between the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and
    connect it to the DVD/VCR. Then connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an
    antenna system to a DVD/VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection diagram.
    If both UHF and VHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires,
    use a combiner having two 300 ohm inputs and one 75 ohm output. NOTE:
    Antenna connections
    Combination UHF/VHF antenna with 75 ohm coaxial cable
    Combination UHF/VHF antenna with 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wire
    Separate UHF and VHF antennas1
    2
    3
    DVD/VCR
    300 ohm twin lead (flat) wireMatching transformer
    300 ohm input
    75 ohm output
    (not supplied)
    DVD/VCR
    300 ohm twin lead (flat) wire
    75 ohm coaxial cableUHF VHFCombiner
    75/300 ohm input
    75 ohm output
    (not supplied)
    DVD/VCR
    75 ohm coaxial cable
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    NOTE:If a UHF or VHF antenna is used,
    set  the  TV/CABLE  menu  option
    to the “TV” mode.
    TV with single 75 ohm UHF/VHF antenna
    input
    NOTE:If a UHF or VHF antenna is used,
    set the TV/CABLE menu option
    to the “TV” mode.
    TV with 300 ohm UHF and 75 ohm VHF
    antenna inputs
    NOTE:If a UHF or VHF antenna is used,
    set the TV/CABLE menu option to
    the “TV” mode.
    TV with 300 ohm UHF and 300 ohm VHF
    antenna inputs
     DVD/VCR TO TV CONNECTIONAfter you have connected the antenna to the DVD/VCR, you must connect the DVD/VCR to the TV.
    Below are 3 common methods of connecting your DVD/VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and follow
    the connection diagram.
    This DVD/VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate UHF and VHF antenna
    inputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the DVD/VCR to the TV for UHF and VHF reception.
    Antenna connections
    UHF
    VHFTV
    75 ohm coaxial cable 
    (supplied)Splitter
    75 ohm input
    75/300 ohm outputs
    (not supplied)
    UHF
    VHFTV
    75 ohm coaxial cable 
    (supplied)Splitter
    75 ohm input
    300 ohm outputs
    (not supplied)
    UHF/VHF INTV
    75 ohm coaxial cable (supplied)
    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.
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    Incoming
    cableConverter/
    descrambler
    Audio/Video
    IN  DVD/VCRTV
    UHF/VHF
    IN (ANT)TV DVD/VCR
    Incoming
    cableConverter/
    descrambler
    Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription chan-
    nels. This DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable
    company supplied converter box, except for those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to
    a special channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception.
    Cable TV connections
    NOTE:Whenever a converter/descrambler box is placed before the DVD/VCR, you must tune the DVD/VCR to the
    output of the converter/descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4. ALLOWS: •Recording of nonscrambled channels.
    •Use of the programmable timer.
    •Recording of one channel while watching another.
    ALLOWS: •Recording of channels through the converter box
    (scrambled and unscrambled).
    •Using the programmable timer to record only the
    channel selected at the converter box.
    PREVENTS: •Recording one channel while watching another.
    •Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.
    1
    2
    3
    ALLOWS: •Recording of channels through the converter box (scrambled and unscrambled).
    •Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.
    PREVENTS: • Recording one channel while watching another.
    • Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.NOTE:
    To record from converter/descrambler,
    DVD/VCR  tuner  must  be  tuned  to  the
    converter output channel, usually chan-
    nel 3 or 4.
    UHF/VHF
    IN (ANT)TV DVD/VCR
    Incoming cable
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    UHF/VHF
    IN (ANT)TV DVD/VCR
    Incoming
    cableSplitter
    Converter/descramblerA/B switch
    UHF/VHF
    IN (ANT)TV DVD/VCR
    Incoming
    cableSplitter
    Converter/
    descramblerA/B switch
    IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CABLE menu option is set to the “CABLE” mode.This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled
    programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult your
    local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are many ways
    to connect your DVD/VCR to a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection.
    4
    5
    6
    ALLOWS: •Recording of one channel while watching another.
    •Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.
    •Recording of all channels through the converter box.
    PREVENTS: •Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel.
    •Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.
    ALLOWS: •Recording of nonscrambled channels.
    •Recording of one channel while watching another.
    •Watching premium channels through the converter while recording nonscrambled channels.
    •Using the programmable timer.
    PREVENTS:Recording scrambled channels.
    ALLOWS: •Recording of all channels through the converter box.
    •Recording  a  scrambled  or  unscrambled  channel  while  watching  another  (scrambled  or
    unscrambled) channel.
    •Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.
    PREVENTS:Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels.
    Cable TV connections
    UHF/VHF
    IN (ANT)TV DVD/VCR
    Incoming
    cableSplitter
    Converter/descramblerA/B switch Converter/
    descrambler
    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. 
    						
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    20Connections with the TV or audio component
    The exact arrangement you use to interconnect various video
    and audio components to the DVD/VCR is dependent on the
    model and features of each component. Check the Owner’s
    Manual provided with each component for the location of video
    and audio inputs and outputs.
    Connect to a TV with Audio/Video outputYou can enjoy playback by connecting the unit to a TV.
    Connect the unit to a TV equipped with audio input (L/R) and video input jacks using the supplied audio/video cable.
    Connect to a TV with S-Video outputIf your TV has an S-Video input, you can get higher quality by connecting it with the S-Video output of the unit using
    the S-Video cable instead of connecting the video input of the TV to the video output jack of the unit.
    Connect to a TV with Component video outputYou  can  enjoy  the  highest  quality  picture  by  connecting  the  unit’s  component  video  out  jacks  to  the  component
    video input jacks of your TV, with component video cables (not supplied).
    NOTE:
    If the component video input jacks on a TV are the BNC type, use an adapter to convert the RCA jacks from the
    component video cables to BNC (not supplied).
    To Audio (R) input
    Audio/video cable (supplied) Audio (R) output
    To Audio (L) input Audio (L) output
    To Video input Video outputTV
    DVD/VCR
    To Audio (R) input
    Audio cable (not supplied)
    DVD audio (R) output DVD audio (L) output
    S-Video outputTo S-Video
     input S-Video cable (not supplied)
    To Audio (L) inputTV
    DVD/VCR
    To Audio (R) input Audio cable (not supplied)
    DVD audio (R) outputTo Audio (L) input
    DVD audio (L) output
    TV
    DVD/VCRComponent video cable (not supplied) Component 
    video output
    To Component 
    video input
    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.
    Introduction
    21 Connections with the TV or audio component
    Connect to a stereo amplifier with audio outputYou can enjoy high quality audio by connecting the audio output to your amplifier.
    Connect the audio output jacks to any line-level inputs (such as AUX, DVD, CD, etc.) of an audio amplifier.
    Connect to an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surroundIf you are using an Amplifier with a built-in digital surround as follows, you can enjoy the various audio systems
    such as Dolby Digital and DTS by using the optical or coaxial digital output.
    Use this connection to connect an:
    • AV amplifier with built-in *Dolby Digital decoder
    • AV amplifier with built-in *DTS decoder
    Connecting the optical digital cableYou may connect to an AV Amplifier with an optical digital cable (not supplied) instead of a coaxial digital
    cable.
    When you connect the optical digital cable (not supplied), remove the dust protection cap from the rear panel.
    When not using the optical digital cable, attach the dust protection cap to protect against dust.
    NOTES:
    • When you make the connections above, do not set DOLBY DIGITAL to DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS to ON on the AV
    amplifier. If you do, a loud noise will suddenly come out from the speakers, affecting your ears or causing the
    speakers to be damaged.
    • Caution for the optical digital audio output connector: Do not connect to an amplifier (with an optical digital input
    connector) which does not contain a Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. Otherwise, any attempt to play DVDs may
    cause such a high level of noise that it may be harmful to your ears and damage your speakers.
    • DTS  audio  will  be  output  only  from  the  COAXIAL  or  OPTICAL  output.  To  hear  DTS  audio,  DTS-Decoder  is
    necessary.
    • When playing DTS-encoded CDs, only noise will be heard from the speakers or analog stereo outputs.
    • Some DTS decoders which do not support DVD-DTS interface may not work properly with the unit.
    • The optical or coaxial digital output jack output sounds in the bitstream.NOTE:
    You  may  connect  to  a TV  with  a  component
    video  cable  (not  supplied)  or  S-Video  cable
    (not supplied) instead of a video cable.
    To Audio (R) input
    Audio cable (not supplied)
    Audio (R) outputTo Audio (L) input Audio (L) output
    Stereo Amplifier
    DVD/VCR
    DVD/VCR
    AV Amplifier with 
    built-in various
    decoder as above
    Video outputTo Audio/Video input Coaxial digital 
    audio output
    Coaxial 
    digital cable 
    (not supplied) Audio/Video cable (supplied)
    TVAudio(R)
     output
    Audio(L)
     output
    Connect either
    Optical digital cable (not supplied)
    Optical digital 
    audio output
    22
    Introduction
    Auto clock setting / Setting the video channel
    NOTES:
    •When shipped from factory, the
    video channel is set to CH 3.
    •If the unit does not operate prop-
    erly, or there is no key operation
    from the unit and/or the remote
    control: Static electricity, etc., may
    affect  the  operation.  Disconnect
    the AC power cord once, then con-
    nect it again.
    Auto clock setting
    Preparation:You must connect the antenna or cable before connecting the AC cord
    to the power source.
    After the antenna or cable is connected, wait for at least 3 minutes with
    the power turned off for the auto clock feature to activate.
    After the clock is set automatically, y ou may  have to set the Standard
    Time (time zone) and Daylight Saving Time. (See page 25 and 26.)
    Press ON/STANDBY to turn on the DVD/VCR after the auto clock op-
    eration completed.
    •  When shipped from factory, the “CLOCK” setting is set to “Auto” posi-
    tion.
    •  If you turn the DVD/VCR on during auto clock setting, the clock is not
    set.
    •  Depending on the reception condition, auto clock setting may take
    approx. 30 minutes.
    • After a power failure or disconnection of the power plug, the clock will
    be lost. In this case, wait 3 minutes before turning the DVD/VCR on.
    • With cable box connection, if the auto clock setting is unsuccessful,
    select the PBS channel carrying the XDS information, then turn the
    DVD/VCR off. After 3 minutes, turn the DVD/VCR on.
    • If the clock is not set automatically, set the clock manually. (See page
    26.)
    Setting the video channelTo  view  playback  of  a  recorded  tape  or  DVD  disc,  or  to  watch  a
    program selected by the VCR’s channel selector, the TV must be
    set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel).
    When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only:
    1Press and hold 3 or 4 on the remote control for 3 seconds in the
    standby mode to select CH 3 or 4. The selected channel number
    will flash on the display for about 4 seconds.
    2Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond with the chan-
    nel selected in step 1.
    3Press ON/STANDBY to turn on the DVD/VCR.
    4Press TV/VIDEO to select the VIDEO position.
    The TV indicator will disappear in the display.
    5Select any channel to receive a TV station in your area.
    The  channel  number  will  appear  on  the  screen  for  about  4  sec-
    onds.
    For a push-button TV tuner
    If  CH 3 or 4  corresponding  to  the  video  channel  cannot  be  tuned  on
    your TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR 3/4 channel selector and the
    TV to CH 3 or 4, playback a prerecorded tape and tune the TV to re-
    ceive a sharp color picture from the video cassette recorder. Refer to
    your TV owner’s manual for details.
    23
    Various  settings
    Setup Menu
    The Setup Menu consists of several menus where
    you  can  make  various  settings  concerning  lan-
    guage, audio functions and images. In addition, this
    menu  includes  a  clock,  channel  and  other  menus
    that require setting just after purchase.
    For  details  of  each  menu,  see  the  corresponding
    section in this chapter.
    Using the Setup MenuThe following example shows the basic setting proce-
    dure of the Setup Menu.
    1Press SETUP  while  the  DVD  or  video  tape  is
    stopped.
    The Easy Menu screen will appear.
    2Press   to  select  the  Setup  Menu  and  press
    ENTER.
    The Setup Menu screen will appear.
    3Press ///  to  select  the  desired  item  and
    press ENTER.
    The screen for that item will appear.
    4Press  o r   to select the desired item and press
    ENTER.
    This completes the setting procedure.
    •To return to the previous screen, press RETURN.
    •To close the Setup Menu, press SETUP.
    NOTE:
    For items that require different operations from the ba-
    sic setting procedure, the setting procedure is described
    in each individual section.
    External Audio InputTimer Rec SetSetup MenuAdd Chapter MarkSet Index Picture
    SETUPSelect
    EndEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    GENERALVIDEO AUDIO
    LANGUAGE RECORD DISC
    OSD LanguageDVD MenuAudioSubtitle
    SelectEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    English
    Français
    EspañolLANGUAGE
    SETUPEnd
    Various settings 
    						
    							Various  settings
    24General Settings
    Preparation:•  Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.
    •  Select “GENERAL” from “Setup Menu”. For the pro-
    cedure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the Setup Menu”
    on page 23.3Enter  the  current  password.  The  new  password
    entry box appears.
    4Enter new password. The new password verify box
    appears.
    5Enter new password again to verify.
    To delete the password you set for the
    parental control level
    1Press  or  to select “Password” and press
    ENTER.
    2Press  or  to select “Delete” and press
    ENTER.
    3Enter the current password.
    NOTES:
    •  The selected level will apply to operations executed
    after this.
    • The unit cannot restrict playback of some discs.
    •  Some discs may not be encoded with specific rating
    level  information  though  its  disc  jacket  says “adult”.
    Parental control will not work with those discs.
    • If you forget your password, open the disc tray; if there
    is a disc inside then remove it and close the tray. To
    reset the code press and hold number 7 on the re-
    mote control, then press and hold STOP on the front
    panel at the same time. The On-Screen Display will
    show “Parental Unlock”. You can now set a new pass-
    word.
    Temporarily cancelling parental controlParental control can temporarily be cancelled with some
    DVDs.
    1Playback a DVD. (See page 31.)
    2If the DVD disc has been designed to temporarily
    cancel the rating level,  the message “The parental
    level of the player has been set.”(e.g.) will appear.
    • A message screen changes with disc.
    Parental / PasswordSome  discs  are  specified  as  not  suitable  for  children.
    This  unit  can  prevent  playback  of  such  discs.  Select
    “Parental” and select the parental control level from the
    below, then press ENTER.
    Off: Parental control is turned off.
    Level 8: Virtually all discs can be played back
    without restriction.
    Level 4 to 7: Adult  discs  cannot  be  played  back.
    (Level 4 to 7 discs contain content chil-
    dren age 15 and younger may not see.)
    Level 2 to 3: Adult discs and R-rated discs cannot
    be played back.
    Level 1:
    Adult discs and general discs (R-rated
    discs included) cannot be played back.
    Select from level 1 to level 8.
    On a scale of 1- 8, “1” is the most restrictive.
    To lock the selected parental control level
    1When  you  select  “Parental”,  the  password  input
    screen opens.
    2Use the numeric keys to input a 4-digit password.•  If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL.
    •  Be sure to remember this number!
    To change the password set for the parental
    control level
    1Press  or  to select “Password” and press
    ENTER.
    2Press  or  to select “Change” and press
    ENTER.
    ParentalPasswordOff
    Level 8
    Level 7
    Level 6
    Level 5
    Level 4
    Level 3
    Level 2
    Level 1TV/Cable SelectAuto CH MemoryCH Add/DeleteClock
    GENERAL
    SETUPSelect
    EndEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    The parental level of the player
    has been set.
    Press "yes" to continue.
    stop yes
    25
    Various  settings
    3If you wish to cancel the set rating level temporarily,
    select “yes” with or, then press ENTER. If the
    password  has  been  selected,  the  password  input
    screen will appear.
    Alternatively, if the password has not been set, play -
    back will commence. If you don’t know (or have for-
    gotten) the password, select “stop”.
    Then press OPEN/CLOSE to remove the disc.
    4Use the numeric keys to input the password.
    • To interrupt the input process, press RETURN.
    5Playback  will  commence  if  the  entered  password
    was correct.
    NOTE:
    This  temporary  cancellation  of  the  rating  level  will  re-
    main active until the disc is ejected.
    When the disc is ejected, the original rating level will be
    set again automatically.
    This DVD/VCR is equipped with a channel memory fea-
    ture that allows you to skip channels up or down to the
    next channel set in memory, hence skip over unwanted
    channels.
    Before  selecting  channels,  they  must  be  programmed
    into the DVD/VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF
    and  UHF  channels,  this  DVD/VCR  can  receive  up  to
    113 Cable TV channels. To use this DVD/VCR with an
    antenna, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the TV mode.
    When  shipped  from  the  factory,  this  menu  option  is  in
    the CABLE mode.
    TV/Cable SelectSelect “TV/Cable Select” and select “TV” or “Cable”.
    TV:VHF/UHF channels
    Cable: CABLE TV channels
    Auto CH MemoryThe VCR  can  receive  a  maximum  of  181  channels  by
    presetting the channels into memory.
    When you select “Auto CH Memory” and press ENTER
    twice, the Auto CH Memory function will be activated.
    The  channel  display  will  count  up  and  when  finished,
    the screen returns to normal.
    CH Add/Delete (channels)You can add the channels you want or delete the chan-
    nels you do not want manually.
    Select “CH Add/Delete” and press ENTER.
    1Press  or  to select the channel then press
    ENTER.
    2Press ENTER to select “Add” or “Delete”.
    General Settings
    ClockThe clock is set to the correct time automatically, but it
    can also be set manually. The clock can be set for day -
    light saving time and time zone.
    ParentalPasswordTV/Cable SelectAuto CH MemoryCH Add/DeleteClock
    GENERAL
    SETUPSelect
    EndEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    Auto
    Manual
    Standard Time
    Daylight
    Saving TimeAuto
    Auto
    AutoYou can automatically set the clock by selecting “Auto”.
    When you want to set the auto clock function to off, se-
    lect “Manual”. (See page 26.)
    Standard Time (Time zone)In the rare event that you live within the broadcast range
    of two stations in two different time zone, the DVD/VCR
    may recognize the wrong station for the auto clock set.
    Time zones and correction timesAtlantic: GMT – 4 hours
    (GMT: Greenwich Mean Time)
    Eastern: GMT – 5 hours
    Central: GMT – 6 hours
    Mountain: GMT – 7 hours
    Pacific: GMT – 8 hours
    Alaska: GMT – 9 hours
    Hawaii: GMT – 10 hours
    Auto: AUTO  SET
    NOTES
    • When shipped from the factory, the “Standard Time”
    is set to “Auto”.
    • After  making  the  auto  clock  setting,  in  some  cases
    the clock may display another time zone. You can cor-
    rect  the  clock  by  selecting  your  time  zone  setting
    above.
    • When the clock is not set or you set the clock manu-
    ally, the time zone setting is not available.
    Various  settings
    26General Settings / Setting the Video
    This section describes video settings.
    Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.
    • Select  “VIDEO”  from  “Setup  Menu”.  For  the  proce-
    dure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the Setup Menu” on
    page 23.
    TV ScreenDisplayLine1 InputLine2 InputE.B.L
    SETUPSelect
    EndEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    4:3 Pan&Scan
    4:3 LetterBox
    16:9VIDEO
    TV ScreenYou  can  select  the  TV  screen  size  to  suit  the  screen
    image.
    Select “TV Screen” and select screen size from the be-
    low.
    4:3 Pan&Scan
    It displays a wide picture across the whole screen with
    left and right edges automatically cut off.
    4:3 LetterBox
    Select this mode when connecting to a conventional
    TV. When playing back a wide screen DVD disc, it dis-
    plays a wide picture with black bands at the top and
    bottom of screen.
    16:9
    Select  this  mode  when  connecting  to  a  wide-screen
    TV. A wide-screen picture is displayed in full size.
    NOTE:
    If  the  DVD  disc  is  not  formatted  in  the  Pan&Scan  for-
    mat, it displays a 4:3 aspect ratio.
    Display  (Turning  the  screen  display
    “On” or “Off”)
    You can turn off the screen display that is output to the
    TV screen by this unit. Select “Display” and  select “On”
    or “Off ”.
    On: The screen display appears.
    Off: Nothing but the Setup Menu and error messages
    appear.
    Daylight Saving TimeYou can set the clock to daylight saving time automati-
    cally or manually.
    To  select  daylight  saving  time,  select “Daylight  Saving
    Time” and select “On”, while to cancel the daylight sav-
    ing time, select “Off ”.
    On: For manual setting (forward 1 hour)
    Off: For manual setting (back 1 hour)
    Auto: For automatic setting (read XDS in the signal)
    NOTES:
    • When you want to set the Daylight Saving Time manu-
    ally, on the first Sunday  in April y ou set it to “On”, and
    on the last Sunday in October you set it to “Off ”.
    • When  the  clock  is  not  set,  the  daylight  saving  time
    setting is not available.
    • When  there  is  no  daylight  saving  time  in  your  area,
    always select “Off ”.
    ManualYou  can  manually  set  the  date,  year  and  present  time
    with the remote control.
    1Press  or  to select “Manual” and press
    ENTER.
    2Select  the  desired  items  using or  (month,
    date, year, hour, and minute), then press  o r   t o
    set the value of the selected item.
    3Repeat  step 2  to  set  the  date,  year,  present  time
    and Daylight Saving Time. Press ENTER. The Setup
    Menu will close.
    This completes clock time setting.
    27
    Various  settings
    Setting the Video / Setting the Audio
    Line1 Input/Line2 InputThis  unit  comes  with  an  S-Video  input  jack  and Video
    input jack. When you use an S-Video or Video input jack,
    you must select the input mode.
    Select “Line1 Input” (“Line2 Input”) and select the mode
    from the below.
    S-Video
    The video signal is input from the S-Video input jack
    priority.
    Video
    The video signal is input only from the Video input jack.
    E.B.LTo select the black level of playback pictures, set your
    preference and monitor’s ability.
    On: Enhanced grey scale (0 IRE cut off)
    Off: Standard grey scale (7.5 IRE cut off)
    NOTE:
    The E.B.L function only works when playing back DVD-
    Video, DVD-RAM/RW/R or Video-CDs.
    This section describes audio settings.
    Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.
    • Select  “AUDIO”  from  “Setup  Menu”.  For  the  proce-
    dure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the Setup Menu” on
    page 23.
    Dolby Digital OutputDRCSurroundSAP
    SETUPSelect
    EndEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    AUDIODolby Digital
    PCM
    Dolby Digital OutputSelect from the following methods of outputting the au-
    dio of discs that were recorded with Dolby Digital.
    Dolby Digital:Outputs in Dolby Digital sound.
    PCM:Converts the sound to PCM and out-
    puts it.
    NOTE:
    Select PCM if you are connected to an audio amplifier
    and the amplifier is not Dolby Digital compatible.
    DRCDRC (Dynamic Range Control) enables you to control
    the dynamic range so as to achieve a suitable sound for
    your equipment.
    Select “DRC” and select the level from the below.
    Max: Full dynamic range is maintained.
    Std: Full dynamic range is reduced.
    TV: Dynamic range is reduced.
    NOTES:
    • This function works only during playback of Dolby Digi-
    tal recorded discs.
    • When you listen to the sound from TV’s speaker, we
    recommend that you select “TV”.
    • The  level  of  Dynamic  Range  Reduction  may  differ
    depending on the DVD.
    SurroundSound that is not recorded in the surround mode will be
    changed to artificial surround sound output.
    Select  “Surround”  and  select  “On”  to  activate  the  sur-
    round function. Select “Off ” to cancel the surround func-
    tion.
    NOTE:
    This function does not work with a video tape.
    SAP (Second Audio Program)This  unit  is  fitted  with  an  SAP  broadcast  system  that
    enables you to switch to a second audio program while
    viewing a selected channel.
    This function applies only when the program is broad-
    cast in multiple languages through the SAP broadcast
    system.
    Select “SAP” and select “On” to activate. Select “Off ” to
    cancel.
    Listening to SAP
    When  the  unit  is  turned  on  or  a  channel  selection  is
    made,  make  sure  “SAP”  appears  on  the  screen.  This
    means  that  “Second  Audio  Program”  broadcasting  is
    available. 
    						
    							Various  settings
    28Setting the Language
    You can choose the language of the menu screen,
    DVD menu, DVD audio and subtitles.
    Preparation:•  Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.
    •  Select “LANGUAGE” from “Setup Menu”. For the
    procedure, see steps 1 t o  3 in “Using the Setup Menu”
    on page 23.
    OSD LanguageDVD MenuAudioSubtitle
    SelectEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    English
    Français
    EspañolLANGUAGE
    SETUPEnd
    AudioWhen several audio languages are recorded on a DVD,
    you can select the audio language to be played back.
    The  selected  language  remains  even  after  the  power
    is  turned  off  or  the  disc  is  replaced.
    Select “Audio” and select the audio language from the
    below.
    Selectable languages:English, Français, Español
    The  language  you  have  selected  will  play  if  it  is  re-
    corded on the disc.
    Other
    If  you  want  to  select  another  language,  input  the
    language code by using the numeric keys (See the
    Language code list on page 84).
    • If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL.
    NOTE:
    If  the  selected  language  is  not  recorded  on  the  disc,
    the first priority language is selected.
    SubtitleWhen several subtitle languages are recorded on DVD,
    you  can  select  the  language  to  be  used  for  the  sub-
    titles.  The  selected  language  remains  even  after  the
    power  is  turned  off  or  the  disc  is  replaced.
    Select “Subtitle” and select the subtitle language from
    the  below.
    Selectable languages:English, Français, Español
    The subtitle is displayed with the selected language
    if it is recorded on the disc.
    Other
    If  you  want  to  select  another  language,  input  the
    language code by using the numeric keys (See the
    Language code list on page 84).
    • If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL.
    Off
    Subtitles do not appear.
    NOTE:
    If  the  selected  language  is  not  recorded  on  the  disc,
    the first priority language is selected.
    OSD LanguageYou can set the language for on screen display.
    Select “OSD Language” and select the language from
    the below.
    Selectable languages:English, Français, Español
    DVD MenuWhen several menu languages are recorded on a DVD,
    you  can  select  the  language  to  be  used  for  the  DVD
    menu.
    Select “DVD  Menu”  and  select  the  language  from  the
    below.
    Selectable languages:English, Français, Español
    The selected language is the first priority menu lan-
    guage.
    Other
    If  you  want  to  select  another  language,  input  the
    language code by using the numeric keys (See the
    Language code list on page 84).
    • If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL.
    29
    Various  settings
    Setting the Record / Setting the Disc
    This section describes recording settings.
    Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.
    • Select  “RECORD”  from “Setup  Menu”.  For  the
    procedure, see steps 1 t o  3 in “Using the Setup Menu”
    on page 23.
    Auto ChapterBlack Level(REC)
    SelectEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    Off
    10min
    15min
    30minRECORD
    SETUPEnd
    Auto ChapterYou can automatically make chapter marks on the DVD
    to be recorded.
    Select “Auto Chapter” and select the interval between
    chapter marks from the below.
    Off: The automatic chapter is not used.
    10 min: The interval is set to 10 minutes.
    15 min: The interval is set to 15 minutes.
    30 min: The interval is set to 30 minutes.
    Black Level (REC)You  can  set  the  black  level  when  you  do  recording.
    Standard:Records  at  the  level  of  the  input
    source.
    Enhanced:Lowers  the  level  7.5IRE  and  records.
    You can format, protect, or finalize a disc.
    Preparation:•  Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.
    •    Select  “DISC”  from  “Setup  Menu”.  For  the  proce-
    dure, see steps 1 to 3 in “Using the Setup Menu” on
    page 23.
    InitializeFinalize
    SelectEnter Back
    ENTERRETURN
    Video
    VR
    SETUPEnd
    DISC
    Protect DiscRename DiscDVD-RAM Physical Format
    InitializeYou can format a recorded DVD-RAM/RW.
    Check the content of the disc before format. If you for-
    mat  the  disc,  the  recorded  content  of  the  disc  will  be
    erased.
    Select “Initialize” and select the mode from the list below.
    Video: Format  the  disc  in  the Video  mode.
    VR: Format  the  disc  in  the VR  mode.
    When  “VR”  or  “Video”  is  selected,  the  following  mes-
    sage screen will appear.
    Initialize
    OK to proceed?
    Yes No
    •  When you select “Yes” and press ENTER, Initializing
    will start. The screen below will appear.
    Initializing...
    Please  wait.
    3 %
    •  When you select “No” and press ENTER, the DISC
    screen will appear.
    NOTES:
    When the Initialization finished, “Initializing completed.
    Press ENTER.” will appear. Press ENTER to return to
    the DISC screen.
    The unauthorized recording, use, distribution, or
    revision of television programs, videotapes, DVDs
    and other materials, is prohibited under the Copy-
    right Laws of the United States and other countries,
    and may subject you to civil and/or criminal liability.
    Various  settings
    30
    Select “Undo  Finalize”,  and  the  screen  below  will  ap-
    pear.
    Undo Finalize
    OK to proceed?
    Yes No
    • When  you  select “Yes”  and  press ENTER,  the  can-
    celling  finalization  will  start.  The  screen  below  will
    appear.
    Unfinalizing...(
    
    ,&
    %
    L
    •  When you select “No” and press ENTER, the DISC
    screen will appear.
    NOTES:
    • When cancelling finalization is finished. “Undo final-
    izing  completed.  Press  ENTER.”  will  appear.  Press
    ENTER to return to the DISC screen.
    • The cancelling finalization process may require a few
    minutes to about 1 hour according to disc type or the
    amount of free space on the disc.
    • When the disc’s finalization cannot be cancelled, you
    cannot select “Undo Finalize”.
    Protect DiscYou can protect a disc to prevent the content recorded
    on it from being erased, edited or re-recorded.
    Only DVD-RAM and DVD-RW (in VR mode) can be pro-
    tected.
    Select “Protect Disc” and select “On” to protect the disc.
    To cancel the disc protection, select “Off ”.
    Rename DiscYou can change a disc name.
    See “Changing a disc name” on page 77.
    DVD-RAM Physical FormatPhysically formats a DVD-RAM disc. Whenever you use
    a new disc for the first time, be sure to format it.
    NOTE:
    The physical format process may require about 1 hour
    according to disc condition.
    Setting the Disc
    FinalizeTo play a DVD disc recorded on this unit, you must final-
    ize  the  disc  to  insure  compatibility  with  other  DVD  play-
    ers.  In  addition,  if  you  are  using  a  DVD-RW  disc,  you
    must  record  in  Video  mode.
    You  can  cancel  the  finalization  of  a  finalized  DVD-RW
    (in VR mode).
    You  cannot  cancel  the  finalization  for  discs  other  than
    above. You can record or edit on a disc whose finaliza-
    tion has been cancelled.
    Select from the below.
    Finalize:Finalize  the  disc  to  compatibility
    with other DVD player.
    Undo Finalize:Cancel the finalization of a finalized
    DVD-RW(in VR mode).
    When “Finalize” is selected, the screen below will
    appear.
    Finalize
    OK to proceed?
    Yes No
    • When you select “Yes” and press ENTER, finalization
    will start. The screen below will appear.
    Finalizing...
    Please  wait.
    3 %
    • When  you  select “No”  and  press ENTER,  the  DISC
    screen will appear.
    NOTES:
    • When the finalization finished, “Finalizing completed.
    Press  ENTER.”  will  appear.  Press ENTER  to  return
    to the DISC screen.
    • The finalization process may require a few minutes to
    about 1 hour  according to disc type or the amount of
    free space on the disc.
    • You  can  record  or  edit  a  finalized  DVD-RW  (in  VR
    mode) by cancelling the finalizing, but you cannot do
    these  operations  with  a  DVD-RW  (Video  mode),  or
    with a DVD-R.
    • You cannot playback a disc recorded on VR mode on
    a unit that does not support DVD-RW.
    • Even if you finalize a disc in the Video mode, the disc
    cannot be played back in some DVD players.
    • A DVD-RW(Video mode) and DVD-R disc cannot be
    named after it is finalized.
    Disc playback
    31
    Playback procedure
    Preparation:• Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.
    • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)
    1Press OPEN/CLOSE.
    The disc tray will open.
    2Insert a disc.
    Disc without a cartridge
    Insert with the playback side
    down.
    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.
    DVD-RAM disc with cartridge
    (TYPE1/TYPE2/TYPE4)
    Single sided
    Turn the printed side up, and
    insert the cartridge into the tray
    frame following the direction of the
    arrow on the cartridge.
    Double sided
    Turn the desired recording/playback side up, and insert the
    cartridge into the tray frame following the direction of the arrow
    on the cartridge.
    NOTE:
    If you insert an unused DVD-R disc, the disc is automatically for-
    matted.
    If  you  use  the  DVD-RW  (Ver.1.1/1.2),  you  can  select  the  format
    mode to Video or VR.
    3Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.
    Disc  icon  appears  on  the  screen
    and some discs start playback au-
    tomatically.
    • A  menu  screen  may  appear  on
    the  TV  screen  if  the  disc  has  a
    menu feature. In this case, press
    , , ,  or ENTER to operate a menu feature.
    4Press PLAY to start playback.
    5Press STOP to end playback.
    • The DVD/VCR memorizes the stopped point, depending on
    the disc. “
    ” appears on the screen for approx. 4 seconds.
    “” keeps blinking in the display until the playback is stopped
    completely. Press PLAY to resume playback (from the scene
    point).
    • If you press STOP again (“ 
     ” appears on the screen), the DVD/
    VCR will clear the stopped point.
    6Press OPEN/CLOSE.
    The disc tray opens.
    Remove the disc and press ON/STANDBY.
    The disc tray closes automatically and DVD/VCR turns off.
    Disc playback
    NOTES:
    • If a non-compatible disc is loaded, “Disc
    error.”, “Incorrect disc.”, “Region code
    error.” or “Cannot playback.” will appear
    on  the TV  screen  according  to  the  type
    of  loaded  disc.  In  this  case,  check  your
    disc again (See pages 9 and 24).
    • Some discs may take a minute or so
    to start playback.
    • A prohibition symbol “
    ” may appear
    at  the  upper  right  of  the  screen. This
    symbol  means  either  the  feature  you
    tried is not available on the disc, or the
    DVD/VCR can not access the feature
    at  this  time. This  does  not  indicate  a
    problem with the DVD/VCR.
    • When  you  set  a  single-faced  disc  la-
    bel downwards (ie. the wrong way up)
    and  press PLAY or OPEN/CLOSE,
    disc  icon  will  appear  and  then  it  will
    change to “Incorrect disc.”.
    • Some  playback  operations  of  DVDs
    may be intentionally fixed by software
    producers. Since this DVD/VCR plays
    DVDs  according  to  the  disc  contents
    the  software  producers  designed,
    some  playback  features  may  not  be
    available. Also refer to the instructions
    supplied with the DVDs.
    • When  playing  DTS-encoded  Audio
    CDs,  excessive  noise  will  be  heard
    from  the  analog  stereo  outputs.  To
    avoid  possible  damage  to  the  audio
    system,  the  consumer  should  take
    proper  precautions  when  the  analog
    stereo  outputs  of  the  DVD/VCR  are
    connected to an amplification system.
    • Resume  playback  cannot  function
    when  you  play  a  SVCD  or  PBC-fea-
    ture Video CD while “PBC” is ON. 
    						
    							Disc playback
    32Playback by selecting a title
    When  playing  back  a  recorded
    disc,  you  can  display  the  title
    menu  and  select  the  title  to  be
    played back.Preparation:
    • Turn ON the TV and set to the video input mode.
    • Load a recorded DVD.
    • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)
    1Press TITLE MENU.
    The ORG Title List will appear.
    SelectEnter Info
    ENTERDISPLAY
    Playlist Back
    RETURN
    Disc Name:050823 DVD-RW VR
    01/31/2005 02:5-
    01/31 0:11:09ORG Title List   1/ 5
    TITLE
    MENUEndDVD
    MENU
    02/21/2005 10:0-
    02/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1-
    05/15 0:05:09
    07/21/2005 06:1-
    06/12 0:15:0907/21/2005 07:3-
    07/21 0:08:09
    Original titles
    Thumbnail imageRecording information
    2Press /// to select the title you want to playback.
    3Press ENTER.
    The editing menu of original title will appear.
    4Press  or  to select “Play”.
    5Press ENTER.
    The selected title is played back.
    NOTES:
    •    If  you  don’t  display  the  title  menu  and  press PLAY,  the  first  title  is
    played back.
    •   The  title  menu  is  used  not  only  for  playing  back  titles  but  also  for
    editing various discs and titles. For details of editing operation, see
    page 60.
    SelectEnter Info
    ENTERDISPLAY
    Playlist Back
    RETURN
    Disc Name:050823 DVD-RW VR
    01/31/2005 02:5-
    01/31 0:11:09ORG Title List   2/ 5
    TITLE
    MENUEndDVD
    MENU
    02/21/2005 10:0-
    02/21 0:05:0905/15/2005 11:1-
    05/15 0:05:09
    07/21/2005 06:1-
    06/12 0:15:0907/21/2005 07:3-
    07/21 0:08:09NOTE:
    When a disc that has been recorded
    in the Video mode is finalized, the title
    menu is automatically changed that
    can be played back even with other
    DVD players.
    Disc playback
    33
    Checking media information
     
     	
     
    
     
        	
    
     	 
     
      	 
     	
    		 
    
      	 
    
    
     
     	
      
    
     	 
    
      	
     	
    
    
     
     
     	
    	
     	 
     	 
    	 	 	
    Various information on the loaded
    disc  can  be  displayed  on  the TV
    screen.Preparation:
    • Turn ON the TV and set it to the video input mode.
    • Load the disc.
    • Press DVD to select the DVD mode. (The DVD indicator will light.)
    1Press DISPLAY.
    Media information will appear.
    2Press DISPLAY while  the  media  information  above  is  displayed.
    The next media information will appear.
    *The remaining time displayed during recording may be different
    from the actual remaining time. When you want to check the cor-
    rect remaining time, stop recording and display the media infor-
    mation again.
    3Press DISPLAY again.
    The media information will disappear.
    * If  you  press DISPLAY  during  chase  playback,  the  information
    screen is displayed.
    The symbols  indicate that the player is in chase playback.
    The progress bar shows the current position of playback and the
    position of recording. Normally the recording position is shown as
    being at 100%. Items other than these appear the same as on a
    normal information screen.
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    02/02 ORG
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    NOTES:
    • The displayed information varies
    with the type of media.
    • Some information may not appear
    due to media type or operating
    conditions.
    • In stop mode, some information
    does not appear.
    • For an unrecordable disc, the
    remaining time is displayed as
    “-h --m”.
    Disc playback
    34Special playback
    NOTE: There  may  be  a  slight  de-
    lay  between  pressing  the  button
    and the function activation.
    Fast forward playbackPress SEARCH  during normal playback.
    Each press of SEARCH  will increase the speed (x2, x8, x16, x32,
    x100).
    (The speed of the search is increased up to only 3 steps in Audio CD.)
    During Fast Forward Playback 
     (X2), you can view the movie with
    sound but the sound may be lost at times.
    • To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
    Review playbackPress SEARCH during normal playback.
    Each press of SEARCH will increase the speed (x2, x8, x16, x32,
    x100).
    (The speed of the search is increased up to only 3 steps in Audio CD.)
    • To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
    Still playbackPress PAUSE/STILL during  normal
    playback.
    • To  resume  normal  playback,  press
    PLAY.
    Frame advancePress PAUSE/STILL during still playback.
    One frame is advanced each time you press PAUSE/STILL.
    To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
    Slow motion playbackPress SLOW during normal playback or still playback.
    Each  press  of SLOW  will  change  the  speed  of  the  slow  (1/2,
    1/4, 1/8, 1/16).
    • To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
    • To resume the still playback, press PAUSE/STILL.
    Locating a chapter or trackPress SKIP  or SKIP  during playback to locate a chapter that
    you want to watch.
    Each time you press the button, a chapter or track is skipped.
    • When you press SKIP 
     once, playback starts from the beginning
    of the current chapter or track. If you want to play the preceding chapter
    or track, press SKIP 
     twice in quick successions.
    NOTES:
    • The unit is capable of holding a still video image or On screen display image on your television screen indefi-
    nitely.  If y ou leave the still video image or On screen display  image display ed on y our TV for an extended period
    of time, you risk permanent damage to your television screen.  Projection televisions are very susceptible.
    • Fast forward and review playback does not work with a MP3/WMA/JPEG-CD.
    • Frame advance and slow motion does not work with an Audio CD and a MP3/WMA/JPEG-CD.
    Disc playback
    35
    Instant skip / Locating a specific scene
    Instant skipUse this function to skip commercials while playback.
    Press INSTANT SKIP during playback.
    The  time  forwards  to  a  point  approx.  30  seconds  later  and  playback
    resumes.
    NOTE:
    With some DVD-Video, the Commercial skip operation may not work.
    Locating a specific sceneSpecify the time recorded on the disc, chapter or title to playback.
    1Press PLAY MODE.
    The play mode screen will appear.
    2Press  or  to select “Title Search”, “Chapter Search” or “Time
    Search”.
    Title Search:Select the title number to be played back.
    Chapter Search:Select the chapter number to be played back.
    Time Search:Input the time to be played back.
    The  screen  above  shows  the  display  when “Title  Search”  is  se-
    lected.
    3When  selecting “Time  Search”,  input  the  time  to  be  played  back
    with the numeric keys. When selecting “Chapter Search” or “Title
    Search”, press 
     or  to select the chapter number or title num-
    ber.
    4Press ENTER.
    The playback starts at the point you selected.
    NOTE:
    For “Repeat”, see “Title/Chapter repeat playback” (page 36).
    1/4 ORG1/1
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    OffTime Search Title Search
    Chapter Search
    Repeat 
    						
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