Toshiba D-R4 User Manual

>> Toshiba Multi-Drive DVD Recorders allows users to record and playback their favorite videos in stunning MPEG-2
digital video on either a DVD-RAM, DVD-R, or DVD-RW* formatted discs
>> Preset bit rates and audio settings for 5 levels of recording options.
>> ColorStream Pro
®
Progressive Scan Component Video Outputs compatible with today's finest analog and digital
televisions for delivery of stunningly colorful images for all sources
>> Time Slip Recording/Playback offers the user the ability to begin watching a recording that is already in progress, or
'pause' a live recording and then return to it later using DVD-RAM media
>> One Rear Line Input, Front A/V & S-Video Input, and RF Input for dubbing content from multiple sources
D-R4
• WMA & MP3 Playback
• 24-Bit/192kHz Audio D/A Converter
• 3-D Virtual Surround Sound
• Optical TosLink
®
Digital Audio Output
• Multi-Drive Playback and Recording
• DVD-RAM/DVD-R/DVD-RW* Compatibility
• Digital Cinema Progressive Scan
• ColorStream Pro
®
Component
Video Output
• JPEG Viewer
• EASY NAVI Menu
• 5 Recording Modes (1hr/2hr/3hr/4hr/6hr)
• Front Panel A/V Inputs with S-Video
• Time Slip - Chase Play and “Pause Live
TV” with Live Chase Play (DVD-RAM)
ADVANTAGE TOSHIBA
KEY FEATURES
DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER

Toshiba D-R4 Specifications

General

Video Input	Composite, S-Video
Video Output	Composite, S-Video, Component
TV Tuner	Yes
Remote Control	Yes
Audio Input	Stereo RCA
Audio Output	RCA (stereo)
Playback Media	DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-RAM
Video Recording Format	MPEG2

Summary

Key Features of the Toshiba D-R4

Multi-Drive Playback and Recording

Supports DVD-RAM, DVD-R, and DVD-RW discs for versatile recording and playback.

Digital Cinema Progressive Scan

Provides smooth, film-like images on progressive scan TVs for maximum resolution.

ColorStream Pro Component Video Output

Delivers high-quality video signals for detailed, pure color images on component TVs.

WMA & MP3 Playback

Allows playback of music files stored on CD-R/RW discs in Windows Media or MP3 formats.

Easy Navi Menu

Provides quick access to key features like Timer Recording and DV Capture with live feedback.

Time Slip Recording and Playback

Enables watching a recording in progress or pausing live TV and resuming later.

Toshiba D-R4 Technology and Benefits

Multi-Drive Recorder Flexibility

Supports DVD-RAM (100,000 re-records), DVD-R (write-once), and DVD-RW (1000 re-writes) for various needs.

High-Quality Component Video Output

ColorStream Pro outputs eliminate NTSC artifacts for low-noise, detailed pictures on progressive scan TVs.

Digital Cinema Progressive Scan

Delivers smooth, film-like images with maximum resolution on progressive scan televisions.

Auto Title and Thumbnail Creation

DVD-RAM feature automatically creates menus with date, channel, and thumbnail for easy content retrieval.

WMA & MP3 Playback Capability

Play music files from CD-R/RW discs, supporting Windows Media Audio and MP3 formats.

Easy Navi Menu System

Provides intuitive access to recorder functions and displays current status in a live action window.

Chase Play and Live Chase Play

Watch recordings as they happen or pause live TV and resume later, with a progress indicator.

Multiple Recording Modes

Offers 5 preset bit rates (1-6 hours) for simple selection and disc space optimization.

Front Panel A/V and S-Video Inputs

Allows easy dubbing from camcorders and other components via composite and S-Video inputs.