Toshiba RD-XS24SG User manual

Recording Playback Function setup Others
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OPERATIONS
Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.
TOSHIBA HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-XS24SG
Printed in Slovakia
HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-XS24SG
© 2005 Toshiba Corporation
DIGITAL VIDEO
OWNER’S MANUAL
NPM0024613010
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Table of contents
Introduction
Caution for safety................................................ 4
About this product .............................................. 5
Compatible discs ................................................ 6
Recording format and disc selection .............. 11
Index to parts and controls .............................. 14
Front panel ............................................................... 14
Display ..................................................................... 15
Rear panel ............................................................... 16
Remote control ........................................................ 18
Before operating this recorder ........................ 20
Main function buttons ....................................... 23
Recording
Before recording ............................................... 26
Initializing a disc ....................................................... 26
Setting for recording on a DVD-R/RW disc in Video
mode ........................................................................ 28
Checking the disc space .......................................... 29
Selecting the recording mode .................................. 29
Programing a recording (REC MENU) ............. 30
Optional settings on REC MENU ............................. 34
Recording a TV programme ............................. 37
Recording an external source.......................... 39
Deleting recorded contents .............................. 42
To delete a title (chapter) ......................................... 42
Deleting multiple specified parts .............................. 42
Others ................................................................. 43
To protect recorded content ..................................... 43
Technical information ............................................... 43
Playback
Playing recorded contents
(CONTENT MENU) ............................................. 46
Playing at various speeds ........................................ 48
Folder function .................................................. 50
Creating folders ....................................................... 51
Moving into “GARBAGE” ......................................... 52
Emptying “GARBAGE” ............................................. 52
Moving a recorded title into a folder ......................... 53
Changing the order of the folders ............................ 54
Removing the folder ................................................. 54
Using “LOCK” .......................................................... 55
Playing a DVD video disc ................................. 56
Locating a title using the top menu .......................... 56
Other playback functions ................................. 58
Playing a TV programme currently being recorded
(Chase Play) ............................................................ 58
Pausing a TV broadcast to resume later
(Pause TV) ............................................................... 59
Zooming a picture .................................................... 60
Locating by entering the number of a desired
section ..................................................................... 61
Locating a specific point by entering its elapsed time
(Time Search) .......................................................... 61
Selecting the sound ................................................. 62
Playing Divx®files .................................................... 64
Viewing JPEG files................................................... 66
Playing MP3 files ..................................................... 68
Checking the current status and settings ................. 70
Functions in Quick Menu ......................................... 72
Editing
Creating your own title ..................................... 76
Editing procedure ..................................................... 76
Basic flow ................................................................. 77
1: Changing a name of a recorded title .................... 78
2: Dividing a recorded title into several chapters ..... 79
3: Collecting necessary scenes ............................... 84
4: Dubbing to save ................................................... 89
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Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW ....... 100
Other editing functions................................... 108
Changing the picture on CONTENT MENU ........... 108
Combining two titles (Original) into one .................. 110
Function Setup
Customizing the function settings ................ 116
DVD player settings ................................................ 117
Picture/Audio settings ............................................ 120
Display settings ...................................................... 122
Operational settings ............................................... 123
DVD recorder operation ......................................... 124
Management settings ............................................ 126
Others
Entering characters ........................................ 130
Before calling service personnel ................... 132
Output sound conversion table ..................... 134
Error codes on the display window ............... 135
Recording duration ......................................... 136
Language code list.......................................... 137
Table of languages and their abbreviations ........... 137
Specification .................................................... 138
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Introduction
Caution for safety
Read “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”,
“Precautions” and others of the “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.
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About this product
Introduction
Some differences
This DVD recorder is more similar to a computer than it
is to a standard DVD player. In addition to a
microprocessor, it contains a hard disc drive (an HDD),
an operating system, random access memory (RAM),
and a DVD-RAM/R/RW drive. The operating system
includes software stored on the HDD that is transferred
to the RAM when the machine is turned on and at other
times during operation. This transfer can take time.
Thus, when you turn on the DVD recorder, it may be a
minute or so before it is ready to use. Likewise, other
functions may not be performed as quickly as they would
on other AV equipment. In addition, because programs
stored on the DVD-RAM/R/RW drive cannot be accessed
as quickly as those stored on the HDD, accessing those
programs (or deleting a program from a DVD-RAM or
DVD-RW disc) may take more time. Please take these
factors into consideration as you use the DVD recorder.
About the hard disc drive (HDD)
Like any HDD, the HDD in the DVD recorder is a fragile
device that is susceptible to partial or complete failure if it
is jarred or as a result of use over time. It will not last
forever. Therefore, do not use the HDD for longer term
storage of programs you wish to retain. [If portions of the
HDD become damaged, programs recorded on those
portions may exhibit pixelization or block noise when
played back. Repeated playback of the program may
cause the problem to get worse and, eventually, the
program may become unplayable. Accordingly, if you
notice such noise in a program that you want to save,
you should transfer to a recordable DVD disc as soon as
possible.] Recordable DVD discs are also susceptible to
damage if not handled and stored carefully and some or
all of the programs on them may become unplayable.
You can reduce these risks by using high quality DVD
recordable discs and checking their playability from time
to time. If it becomes necessary to service your DVD
recorder, it may be necessary to delete some or all of the
programs on the HDD.
Playback Restrictions
This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for
this recorder. Some DVD video discs are produced in a
manner that allows specific or limited operation during
playback. As such, the recorder may not respond to all
operating commands. This is not a defect in the recorder.
Please refer to the notes on compatible discs later in this
Introduction and to the discussion of DVD playback and
features later in this manual.
“” may appear on the TV screen during operation.
“” means that the operation is not permitted by the
recorder or the disc.
Recording Restrictions
Copy-protected contents of DVD-Video disc, VIDEO CDs
or audio CDs on the market cannot be copied on this
recorder.
Contents without copy protection should be copied or
edited only in accordance with applicable copyright laws,
which may restrict copying or editing. Contents that
permit single copying (copy once contents) can be
recorded onto the HDD or a CPRM compatible DVD-
RAM, DVD-RW (VR mode) or DVD-R (VR mode). They
cannot be recorded onto a DVD-RW (Video mode) or
DVD-R (Video mode). Copy once contents recorded in
the HDD can be moved to a CPRM compatible DVD-
RAM, DVD-RW or DVD-R, with some dubbing and
editing restrictions.
Compatibility
In isolated cases, a disc bearing the DVD or CD logo
may not fully and properly play back all features. This
can be due, among other reasons, to problems and
errors that can occur during the creation or recording of
DVD and other software and the manufacture of software
discs (including blank discs). Moreover, because of
variations in the quality of discs, this recorder may not be
able to record on all discs that bear a DVD-RAM, DVD-R
or DVD-RW logo, but you should not encounter difficulty
if you use only high quality recordable DVD discs.
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Compatible discs
When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programmes from the HDD to a recordable DVD,
load an appropriate disc into the recorder. There are many types and formats of discs. Please use the
following information to select an appropriate disc.
Notes
•Handle the disc according to the disc instruction manual.
•Depending on the data recording method or the disc status, playback or recording on this recorder may not be possible, even
if the disc is labeled as below. Toshiba cannot assure that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected.
Please see the discussion of compatibility on page 5.
For recording / playback
Disc Mark Specification Recording format Copy once contents
HDD 160GB VR mode Recordable
DVD-RAM • Single sided 4.7GB (12cm (4
3
/ 4 in.)) VR mode Recordable
• Double sided 9.4GB (12cm (4
3
/ 4 in.)) (CPRM compatible
disc only)
DVD-RW • Ver. 1.1 or later (12cm VR mode Recordable
(43/4in.)) (CPRM compatible
disc only)
Video mode Not recordable
DVD-R • 4.7GB For General Ver.2.0 VR mode Recordable
(12cm (43/4in.)) (CPRM compatible
disc only)
Video mode Not recordable
On DVD-RAM discs
Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with
DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 or 2.2.
The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any
other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it by
using the disc-format function of this recorder.
The recorder may not record, dub, or edit some DVD-
RAM discs, because they are edited/recorded with
another manufacture’s equipment or PC, contain a
large number of titles, or have little remaining capacity.
Also, a DVD-RAM disc may not be edited or recorded
if its title contains still pictures.
DVD-RAM discs formatted in UDF2.0 on a PC are not
compatible with this recorder. Before using these
discs, initialize them on this recorder.
Select a DVD-RAM disc that shows a statement on its
package such as “this disc can be used with video
recorders and drives compatible with 4.7GB DVD-
RAM discs” or “this disc can copy images that permit
single copying.” 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.
DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are
recommended for recording.
Two types of DVD-RAM discs are
available: ones with cartridges and ones
without cartridges. You can use either of
them with this recorder, but the former
ones are recommended.
In order to record highly detailed data, make sure the
disc is clean. DVD-RAM discs with cartridges are
easier to handle in this regard.
Do not open the cartridge shutter. The disc may not
play, or may not be recorded or edited once it
becomes dirty.
There are two types of DVD-RAM cartridges;
removable (TYPE 2/4) and not removable (TYPE 1). It
is recommended you do not remove the disc even
when you can.
Refer to the instruction manual that comes with the
disc if it is absolutely necessary to remove the disc.
Some commercially available cartridge discs cannot
be recorded or edited once the inside discs are
removed.
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To protect recorded contents
Slide the write-protect tab to
“PROTECT” with something small
enough. The disc can play, but
cannot be edited or erased. Refer
to the instructions that come with
the disc.
When using a disc without a
cartridge (commercially
available discs)
Discs without cartridges can easily
attract fingerprints and dust, which
is the reason they are not recommended. If you
cannot avoid using them, handle with proper care.
When you write in a title column on a disc, use a pen
with a soft tip. Do not use a pen with a hard tip, such
as a ballpoint pen.
Recommended discs
The following discs have been tested with this recorder:
9.4 GB double-sided cartridge: Panasonic 2X, 3X, 5X
4.7 GB single-sided cartridge: Panasonic 2X, 3X, 5X
On DVD-RW discs
Standards
Discs labeled DVD-RW Ver.1.1 can be used.
Discs compatible with 2X speed recording (labeled
Ver.1.1/2X etc,) can also be used.
Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120
min.” etc.
Recording conditions
Video mode cannot record contents with restrictions
on recording (copy once contents). To record such
contents, select a CPRM compatible disc and initialize
it in VR mode before recording. (You can initialize the
disc again either VR mode or Video mode. Initializing
erases all contents in the disc.)
If deterioration in writing area on a disc is advanced by
repeat erasing and recording, the disc may not be
played on other device even if it can be played on this
recorder.
Recommended discs*
JVC 2X, 4X
PROTECT
On DVD-R discs
Standards
DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used for
recording and playback.
Discs compatible with the following recording speeds
can also be used:
Ver. 2.0/2X
Ver. 2.0/4X
Ver. 2.0/8X
Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120
min.” etc.
Recording conditions
Video mode cannot record contents with restrictions
on recording (copy once contents). To record such
contents, select a CPRM compatible disc and initialize
it in VR mode before recording. (You cannot initialize
the disc again from VR mode to Video mode, or vice
versa.)
Recommended discs
That’s (Taiyo-Yuden) 4X, 8X
Tested discs
Panasonic 4X
*Operation has been confirmed with recommended discs
and tested discs, but some other discs may not be
usable.
•Toshiba is not liable for any damage or loss caused
directly or indirectly by the malfunction of this
recorder, 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/R/RW 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/R/RW disc that is used in the
manner described in the immediately preceding
bullet point is used again in this recorder.
•When a DVD-RAM/R/RW 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.
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•You cannot play discs other than those listed above.
•You cannot play non-standardized discs even if they may be labeled as above.
•You cannot play discs with specialized encoding (such as SACD discs) or the DVD audio portions of DVD Audio
discs.
•You cannot play SVCD discs.
•This recorder uses the PAL colour system for recording and playback. The NTSC colour system is used for playback
only, by selecting an appropriate setting. A disc may fail to play, if it has data in the PAL colour system and the NTSC
colour system. You cannot add the PAL colour system data to the disc with the data recorded in the NTSC colour
system even if they have region marks
2
or
ALL
.
•There may be some DVD discs designed for this market that cannot be played on this recorder. If you encounter
please contact TOSHIBA customer service.
•Toshiba cannot assure that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will operate as expected. Please see the
discussion of compatibility on page 5.
The region number of this DVD recorder is 2.
If region numbers, corresponding to a
specific playable area, are printed on your
DVD video disc and you do not find 2or
ALL
, or the disc is encoded to permit
playback only in regions other than Region 2,
disc playback will not be allowed by the
recorder.
Depending on the disc status, playback may
not be possible.
DIGITAL VIDEO
For playback only
DVD video
disc
•12cm (43/4in.) / 8cm (31/4in.)
•Region number
2or
ALL
Disc Specification Remarks
CD-R
CD-RW
VIDEO CD •12cm (43/4in.) / 8cm (31/4in.)
•Version 1.1 and 2.0
Audio CD
•12cm (43/4in.)
•CD-DA (audio CD) format
•12cm (43/4in.) / 8cm (31/4in.)
Mark
Compatible discs (Continued)
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Marks on DVD video discs
The following are examples of marks and the meanings.
4:3
LB
16:9 LB
16:9 PS
2
2
3
Mark Meanings
Number of audio streams
recorded in the disc.
(2 streams such as English and
Japanese in this example.)
Number of subtitle languages
recorded in the disc.
(2 subtitle languages are
recorded in this example.)
Number of camera angles
recorded in the disc.
(3 camera angles are recorded in
this example.)
Pictures are recorded in the
standard picture shape
(4:3 aspect ratio).
Pictures are recorded in the letter
box picture shape (4:3 aspect
ratio with horizontal black bars in
the top and bottom of pictures).
Pictures are recorded in the 16:9
wide picture shape.
TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will
display them in the letter box
style.
Pictures are recorded in the 16:9
wide picture shape.
TVs with 4:3 aspect ratio will
display them in the pan scan style
(one or both sides of pictures
are cut).
Actual picture shape may vary
depending on the aspect ratio or
mode selection of the TV.
Structure of disc contents
Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the
titles are subdivided into chapters.
VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks.
Title:Divided contents of a DVD video disc.
Roughly corresponds to a story title in short
stories.
Chapter:Divided contents of a title. This corresponds
to a chapter in a story.
Track:Divided contents of a VIDEO CD or an audio
CD.
Each title, chapter, or track is assigned a number, which
is called “title number”, “chapter number”, or “track
number” respectively.
Some discs may not have these numbers.
When you record on the HDD or a DVD-RAM disc, one
recording will always equal one title. You can divide a title
into several chapters by marking borders in it to facilitate
scene search.
DVD video disc
Title 1 Title 2
Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3Chapter 1
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
VIDEO CD / audio CD
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Playback side
On handling discs
Do not touch the playback side of the disc.
Do not stick paper or tape to discs.
On cleaning discs
Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and
sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center
outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean.
Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner,
benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic
spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc.
On storing discs
Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight
or near heat sources.
Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and
dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier.
Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing
objects on discs outside of their case may cause
warping.
Compatible discs (Continued)
Yes
Yes No
No
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