Toshiba D-VR600 User Manual

Hi-Fi VCR & DVD VIDEO RECORDER
D-VR600KU
OWNER’S MANUAL
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Introduction
Various settings
Disc playback
Tape playback
Recording
Editing the disc
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Dubbing
Additional information
This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs.
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Owner’s Record
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Toshiba D-VR600 Specifications

General

Type	DVD VCR Combo
Number of Discs	1
Video Output System	NTSC
Progressive Scan	Yes
Audio Output	Stereo
Remote Control	Included
Width	430 mm
Playable Disk Types	CD, CD-R, CD-RW, DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW
Recordable Disk Types	DVD-R, DVD-RW
Connectors	Composite video output, S-Video output
Output Resolution	480p
Depth	12.6 inches

Summary

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Features

Playback function

Explores realistic sound and scene selection features for enjoyable playback.

Recording function

Details timer recording and one-touch timer recording for convenient program capture.

Edit function

Covers adding and erasing chapter marks for better disc organization.

Dubbing function

Highlights the ability to dub tapes to discs or vice versa.

Disc

Handling discs

Instructions on how to remove, store, and clean discs properly to prevent damage.

Discs which can be played back

Lists media types compatible with the unit, indicated by logo marks.

Discs which cannot be played back

Lists incompatible disc types and potential playback issues.

Notes on DVDs and CDs

Disclaimers regarding potential playback errors and compatibility issues.

Region management information

Explains DVD region coding and compatibility for playback.

Operating DVD-Video

Notes on potential variations in DVD-Video playback functions and operations.

Disc (continued)

Discs on which video can be recorded

Lists the types of DVD discs that can be used for recording video content.

Disc (continued)

Recording format

Describes VR and Video modes for DVD-RW discs and +VR mode for DVD+R/+RW.

Title/Chapter/Track

Explains the partitioning structure (Titles, Chapters, Tracks) on DVD-Video and CDs.

On Video CDs

Information on Video CD playback features, including PBC compatibility.

Parts and functions

Front

Details the controls and jacks located on the front panel of the unit.

Rear

Outlines the input/output connectors and power cord on the rear panel.

Parts and functions (continued)

Display window

Describes the meaning of various symbols and indicators shown on the display.

Parts and functions (continued)

Remote control

A detailed guide to the remote control buttons and their operations.

Parts and functions (continued)

Inserting Batteries into the Remote Control

Step-by-step guide on how to install batteries into the remote control.

Remote control basics

Explains how to use the ON/STANDBY button and navigate menus.

Operation

Guidance on aiming the remote and its effective operating range.

Power Source

Information on connecting the unit to an AC power source using a polarized plug.

Connecting to a Cable or Satellite Box

DVD/VCR to Cable/Satellite Box connection

Illustrates the signal flow and connection method for recording TV programs.

Connections with the TV or audio component

Connect to a TV with Audio/Video output

How to connect the unit to a TV using standard audio/video cables.

Connect to a TV with S-Video output

Steps for connecting via S-Video for improved picture quality.

Connect to a TV with Component video output

Instructions for achieving high-quality video using component connections.

Connections with the TV or audio component (continued)

Connect to a TV with HDMI output

Explains HDMI connection for digital audio/video transfer and HDCP compatibility.

Connections with the TV or audio component (continued)

Connect to a stereo amplifier with audio output

How to connect the unit to a stereo amplifier for audio output.

Connect to an AV Amplifier with built-in digital surround

Connecting to AV amplifiers for Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound.

Connecting the optical digital cable

Instructions for using an optical digital cable for audio connection.

Various settings

SETUP MENU

Explains the process of navigating and using the main setup menu.

Setting the language

How to select menu, DVD menu, DVD audio, and subtitle languages.

Setting the parental control

How to prevent playback of discs unsuitable for children.

Format

Process for formatting DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs.

Finalize

Completing the recording process to ensure playback on other players.

Protect Disc

Preventing recorded content on DVD-RAM/RW discs from being erased or re-recorded.

Setting the A/V Output

Configuration for video output settings including TV shape and still image modes.

DRC

Controlling dynamic range for suitable sound output based on equipment.

Auto Chapter

Automatically creating chapter marks on DVDs during recording.

Other

Accessing other miscellaneous settings not covered elsewhere.

JPEG Interval

Setting the time interval between images in a JPEG slide show.

Disc playback

Playback procedure

Step-by-step instructions for playing back discs, including loading and stopping.

Playback by selecting a title

How to select and play specific titles from a recorded DVD.

Checking media information

How to check media information such as title, chapter, and playback status.

Special playback

Overview of various playback modes beyond normal playback.

Instant skip

Skips approximately 30 seconds of playback to bypass commercials.

Locating a specific scene

Finding scenes by specifying title, chapter, or playback time.

Repeat playback

Enables repeating playback of entire discs or selected segments.

Title selection

Choosing specific titles from a recorded DVD for playback.

DVD menu

Accessing and using the DVD's menu for playback options like subtitles.

Changing angles

Selecting different camera angles for scenes recorded with multi-angle capability.

Zooming

Enlarging specific parts of the video frame during playback.

Karaoke playback

Controlling vocal tracks on DVD Karaoke discs.

Changing soundtrack language

Selecting the preferred audio language for multilingual discs.

Subtitles

Turning the display of subtitles on or off during playback.

Various operations on CD

Performing various playback operations on music CDs, including track selection and play modes.

MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® playback

Playing audio and video files from CDs, and displaying JPEG images.

Playing back MP3/WMA files

Steps to select and play MP3 or WMA files from a CD.

JPEG slide show

Setting up and viewing a slide show of JPEG images.

Playing back DivX® video files

Steps to select and play DivX video files from a CD.

Tape playback

Loading and unloading a cassette tape

Step-by-step guide on inserting and ejecting video tapes.

Cassette tape playback

Detailed steps for starting, stopping, rewinding, and fast-forwarding cassette tapes.

Special playback

Overview of various playback modes beyond normal playback.

Picture search

Searching for specific scenes using forward and reverse functions.

Slow motion

Playing the tape in slow motion.

Adjusting tracking condition

Methods for automatic and manual tracking adjustments.

Instant skip

Skipping portions of the tape, typically for commercials.

Audio output selection

Choosing audio output settings (Stereo, Mono) for Hi-Fi tapes.

ZERO RETURN function / Video index search system

ZERO RETURN function

Automatically stops tape rewind at the 00:00:00 counter position.

Video index search system

Locating the beginning of recorded programs using index marks.

Index search

Searching for recorded content using index marks.

Recording

Read this before recording on disc

Important considerations and warnings before attempting disc recording.

Recording modes

Explains the different recording modes (XP, SP, LP, SLP) and their quality.

Recording a TV program

How to record TV programs from cable/satellite boxes or other sources.

One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)

Simple method for timed recording using a single button.

Timer recording

Setting up scheduled recordings for programs by date, time, and channel.

Chase playback

Allows playback of a program while it is still being recorded.

Read this before recording on disc

Images that cannot be recorded

Explains copy-restriction signals like "Copy Free", "Copy Never", and "Copy Once".

Editing the disc

Title List

Automatic generation of title names with recording details for playback and editing.

Adding chapter mark

Step-by-step guide to adding chapter marks to specific points in a title.

Erasing chapter

Procedure for deleting unwanted chapters from a title.

Combining chapters

How to combine adjacent chapters into a single chapter or combine all chapters in a title.

Selecting thumbnail picture

How to choose a specific scene as the thumbnail image for a title.

Changing title name

Instructions for renaming titles using the on-screen keyboard.

Erasing title

How to delete entire titles from a disc to free up space.

Changing disc name

Instructions for naming or renaming the disc using the on-screen keyboard.

Using the keyboard screen

Explains how to use the on-screen keyboard for inputting characters, numbers, and symbols.

Dubbing

Dubbing a tape onto a disc

Step-by-step guide for copying video from a tape to a DVD.

Dubbing a disc onto a tape

Instructions for dubbing discs onto video tapes, including handling copy-protected content.

Dubbing using other equipment

Connecting and dubbing from external VCRs or camcorders.

Dubbing DV movie

Connecting a DV camera and dubbing its movie content.

Additional information

Glossary

Definitions of technical terms related to DVD, VCR, and audio features.

A-B Repeat Playback

Repeating a segment between two set points.

auto chapter

Automatically marking chapters on a disc during recording.

Chase playback

Playing a program while it is still being recorded.

Dolby Digital

Technology for high-quality stereo sound recording on DVD discs.

Problems and troubleshooting

A checklist to identify and resolve issues with the DVD/VCR unit.

Error/Warning message list

Reference for understanding and resolving system error messages.

Specifications

Technical details of the unit, including power, dimensions, and component features.

Limited warranty

Terms and conditions of the product's limited warranty.

How to Obtain Warranty Services

Procedures for contacting customer support and initiating warranty claims.

Memo

Space for users to record personal notes and reminders.