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Toshiba D-VR18DTKB User Manual

Toshiba D-VR18DTKB
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PA L
ON/STANDBY
VCR
REC
DUBBING
PROGRAM
VCR/DVD
REC
DVD
DVDVCR
PAL
DVD/VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER D-VR18DT
DVD -RW/R +RW/R RECORDING
Introduction Connections Basic Setup Playback
Editing
VCR Functions Others
Function Setup
Recording
© 2008 Toshiba Corporation
DVD VIDEO RECORDER /
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
D-VR18DTKB
OWNER’S MANUAL
E9NG1BD_EN.book Page 1 Monday, April 7, 2008 5:54 PM

Table of Contents

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Toshiba D-VR18DTKB Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDVD VCR Combo
BrandToshiba
ModelD-VR18DTKB
DVD PlayerYes
VCR PlayerYes
Recordable Media FormatDVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW
Video RecordingYes
Progressive ScanYes
Remote ControlYes
Playable Media FormatDVD, CD
Output ResolutionUp to 1080p
ConnectionsHDMI, SCART, Composite, Component

Summary

Introduction

Precautions and Safety Warnings

Covers general safety, laser safety, power supply, and cautionary advice.

Electrical Hazards and Operational Safety

Details electrical shock hazards, fire prevention, and moisture warnings.

Connection to Power and Installation Guidance

Instructions for connecting the power supply and selecting an installation location.

Product Features Overview

Recording, Playback, and Editing Capabilities

Overview of the unit's core recording, playback, and editing functions.

Disc Compatibility and Manual Navigation

DVD and Media Compatibility

Details on which DVD and media formats the unit supports.

Disc Recording and Playback Chart

Recording and Playback Disc Specifications

Chart detailing disc types, formats, times, and compatibility.

Disc Playback Compatibility

Playable Discs, Files, and Colour Systems

Information on playable discs, files, and color systems.

Unplayable Discs and Region Codes

List of unplayable discs and details on region codes.

Functional Overview of Controls

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Description of the unit's front panel buttons and indicators.

Rear Panel Connections

TV, Antenna, and Audio/Video Connections

Instructions for connecting TV, antenna, and audio/video devices.

HDMI and Other Rear Panel Outputs

Details on HDMI output and other rear panel connections.

Remote Control Functions

Switching Between DVD and VCR Modes

Connections Guide for TV Setup

Basic Setup Procedures

Initial Unit Setup Process

Steps for setting up the unit for the first time.

Channel Tuning and Setup Process

Process for tuning TV channels.

Clock Setting Procedures

DVD Recording Operations

Disc Types and Recording Modes

Overview of DVD disc types and available recording modes.

Recording Restrictions and Copy Control

Information on recording restrictions and copy protection systems.

Disc Finalisation and Formatting

Making Discs Playable on Other Players (Finalise)

Steps to finalise discs for compatibility with other players.

Choosing the Recording Format for Blank DVD-RW Discs

Selecting the recording format (Video or VR mode) for DVD-RW discs.

Basic Recording Procedure

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) Procedure

Timer Recording Setup Process

Timer Recording Using the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

Series Link Timer Recording Setup

External Equipment Settings and Recording

Recording from External Equipment Guide

Instructions for recording from external equipment.

DV Dubbing Information and Guide

DV Dubbing Information Overview

Information about copying DV content to DVD or VCR.

DVC to DVD Dubbing Procedure

Dubbing Mode Selection and Operations

Dubbing Mode Selection and Notes

Overview of dubbing modes and important notes.

DVD to VCR Dubbing Procedure

Disc Protection and Finalisation Procedures

Setting a Disc to Protect from Edits

Protecting discs from accidental editing or erasing.

Finalising Discs for Cross-Player Compatibility

Steps to finalise discs for playback on other DVD players.

Playback Operations Overview

Basic Playback Procedures for Various Discs

General playback steps for DVDs and CDs.

Playback of Audio CDs, MP3, and JPEG Files

Playback of DivX® Files

Special Playback Features Overview

Marker Setup and Chasing Playback

Chasing Playback During Recording

Playing back content while recording is in progress.

Time Slip and Simultaneous Playback/Recording

Using the [TIME SLIP] Button for Playback

Using Time Slip to pause and resume live TV.

Simultaneous Playback and Recording Feature

Playing back content while another recording is active.

Content Search Functions

Advanced Playback Modes

Selecting Audio and Video Formats

Playback Feature Adjustments

Virtual Surround System Settings and Usage

Adjusting virtual surround sound settings.

Editing Recorded Content

Title List Navigation and Overview

Viewing and navigating the list of recorded titles.

Disc Editing Functions Overview

Introduction to disc editing capabilities.

Deleting Titles and Editing Title Names

Deleting Titles from Discs

Procedure for deleting unwanted titles from discs.

Editing Title Names

Procedure for renaming titles.

Chapter Marker Operations and Title Hiding

Adding or Deleting Chapter Markers

Adding or deleting chapter markers to titles.

Chapter Marker Operations and Hiding Chapters

Hiding Chapters from Playback

Hiding chapters to skip them during playback.

Title Protection, Division, and Combination

Protecting Titles from Accidental Edits

Protecting titles to prevent accidental editing or erasing.

Dividing and Combining Titles

Splitting titles into two or combining two titles into one.

Playlist Management and Deletion

Adding Titles to a Playlist (VR Mode)

Adding titles to a playlist for VR mode discs.

Deleting All Playlists (DVD-RW)

Removing all playlists from a DVD-RW disc.

Deleting Specific Parts of Titles

Function Setup and Configuration Options

Function Setup: Recording, Clock, Channel, DivX, HDMI, Reset

Reset All Function

Resetting all settings to factory defaults.

Playback Settings Configuration

Parental Lock Settings for DVD Playback

Setting parental control levels for DVD playback.

Audio Output Configuration Options

Selecting appropriate audio output settings for connected devices.

Reset All Settings to Factory Defaults

VCR Functions Overview

VCR Playback Operations

Instructions for playing back videotapes.

VCR Recording and OTR Procedures

Steps for basic VCR recording and One-touch Timer Recording.

VCR One-touch Timer Recording and Dubbing

VCR One-touch Timer Recording

Setting recording length using the REC button.

DVC to VCR Dubbing Procedure

Copying content from a DVC to VCR.

VCR Search and Other Operations

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and General Unit Issues

Troubleshooting power problems and general unit malfunctions.

Troubleshooting Common Issues (Continued)

Timer Recording and Playback Issues

Troubleshooting problems related to timer recording and playback.

Remote Control and Disc Capacity Issues

Resolving remote control problems and disc capacity limitations.

Troubleshooting Common Errors

Recording Error Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and resolving various recording errors.

Product Specifications Summary

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