Toshiba RD-XS34SC manual

OWNER’S MANUAL INST ALLA TION GUIDE Read this booklet first. Introduction Connections Basic Setup PM0020138010 HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER RD-XS34SU RD-XS34SC © 2005 T oshiba Cor poration DIGITAL VIDEO P000416460 H[...]

2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Introduction The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilat- eral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous v oltage” within the product’ s enclo- sure that ma y be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within [...]

3 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Note to cable system installer: This reminder is provided to call the cab le system installer ’ s attention to Ar ticle 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines f or proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cab le ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to[...]

4 S3125A IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. K eep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. F ollow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near w ater . 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not bloc k any v entilation openings. Install in accordance with the manuf acturer ’ s instructions. 8. Do not install ne[...]

5 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Introduction ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords , or integral con venience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electr ic shoc k. 16. Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases , should [...]

6 Precautions Introduction Notes on handling Nev er disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet while the recorder is turned in, unless it is in an emergency . Doing so may cause malfunction. When shipping the recorder , the or iginal shipping car ton and pac king materials come in handy . F or maximum protection, repack the unit as it was origina[...]

7 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Notes on recording and editing When you record/edit important content, make trial operations beforehand to confirm the recorder can function properly . T oshiba does not compensate for content which was not recorded/edited because of some malfunction of this product or discs during operation, and is not liable[...]

8 Precautions (Continued) Notes on moisture condensation Moisture condensation damages the unit. Please read the following carefully . Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day . Drops of water f or m on the outside of the glass. In the same wa y , moisture may condense on the optical pick-up l[...]

9 Introduction Connections Basic Setup In the United States, TV Guide and other related mar ks are registered marks of Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates. In Canada, TV Guide is a registered mark of T ranscontinental Inc., and is used under license by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. Manufactured under license fro[...]

10 Installation procedure Introduction Load the batteries in the remote control. ( page 18) Connect an antenna to the recorder . ( page 20) Connect a cable bo x or satellite system to the recorder . ( pages 22 to 25) Connect the recorder to a TV . ( pages 20 to 21, 26) Connect optional equipment to the recorder . ( page 27) Set up the TV Guide On S[...]

11 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Some differences Because of its recording capacity and hard disc driv e (HDD), this D VD recorder operates more lik e a computer and diff erently than a standard D VD play er . In addition to containing a microprocessor , it contains a HDD , an operating system, random access memory (RAM), and a D VD-RAM/R/RW[...]

12 Choosing a disc When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programs 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. • T oshiba ca[...]

13 Introduction Connections Basic Setup • Y ou cannot play discs other than those listed abo ve. • Y ou cannot play non-standardized discs e ven if they ma y be labeled as above . • Y ou cannot play discs with specializ ed encoding (such as SACD discs) or the D VD audio por tions of D VD Audio discs. • This recorder uses the NTSC color syst[...]

14 On DVD-RAM discs Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVD-RAM standard V ersion 2.0, 2.1 or 2.2. The recorder cannot record on a disc f or matted in an y other standard. When using such a disc , initialize it b y using the disc-f or mat function of this recorder . The recorder ma y not record, dub, or edit some D VD- RAM discs, because the y [...]

15 Introduction Connections Basic Setup On DVD-R discs Standards D VD-R for General V er .2.0 discs can be used for recording and pla yback. Discs compatible with 2X speed recording (labeled V er .2.0/2X etc.) and discs compatible with 4X speed recording (labeled V er .2.0/4X etc.) and discs compatible with 8X speed, recording (labeled V er .2.0/ 8[...]

16 Pla yback side On handling discs Do not touch the playbac k side of the disc. Do not stick paper or tape to discs . On cleaning discs Finger prints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Alwa ys keep the disc clean. Do not use any type of solv ent such as thinner, ben[...]

17 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................... 2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 4 Precautions ................................................[...]

18 Operating with the remote control P oint the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons. Distance : About 7 m (23 ft) from the front of the remote sensor Angle : About 30 ° in each direction of the front of the remote sensor * Do not expose the remote sensor of the recorder to a strong light source such as direct sunlight or othe[...]

Connections Connect your recorder to y our TV or stereo system. Connecting an antenna and TV Connecting to cable TV signal Connecting to a satellite system Connecting the G-LINK cable Connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs Connecting to an audio system Connection procedure When you connect a TV equipped with audio/ video inputs Per[...]

20 VHF/UHF 1 2 2 Connecting an antenna and TV Connect your TV and the antenna to this recorder for recording and to view broadcast signals on the TV . Connections 1 Disconnect the antenna cable from your TV , and connect it to the RF IN (FROM ANT .) terminal on the recorder . 2 Using the supplied coaxial cable of this recorder , connect the RF OUT [...]

21 Connections Basic Setup Introduction T o wall outlet T o OUTPUT (R/L) Notes • Refer to the o wner ’ s manual of the connected TV as well. • When you connect the recorder to y our TV , be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet bef ore any connections. • If your tele vision set has one audio input, connect th[...]

22 Connections Incoming cable Incoming cable Incoming cable Cable box Cable box IN OUT IN OUT 3CH 4CH 3CH 4CH Connecting to cable TV signal Choose one of the setup options below to connect the recorder to your cable signal. Connect the recorder to the TV using the audio/video cable. This set-up will allow you to: – record an unscrambled channel. [...]

23 Connections Basic Setup Introduction This set-up will allow you to: – watch or record a channel through the cab le bo x via the INPUT1 or INPUT3 (VIDEO/L/R) jacks. T o download progr am listings the TV Guide On Screen system needs to be able to change channels on y our cable bo x when the recorder is not in use. Please connect the supplied G-L[...]

24 Connecting to a satellite system Choose one of the following according to your type of satellite receiver . Connections Satellite receiver Satellite antenna Satellite receiver Satellite antenna Video output IN OUT Audio outputs 3CH 4CH When the satellite receiver does not have audio/ video outputs 1 Connect a satellite antenna to the satellite r[...]

25 Connections Basic Setup Introduction Cab le box (Keep the power on to receive commands from the recorder .) T ransmitter 1 2 Secure the G-LINK wand underneath the cable box so that the wand ’ s IR lens faces the front of cable box. Ensure the G-LINK wand is at a distance of about one inch from the cable box IR sensor . If you cannot control yo[...]

26 Connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs If your TV has component video inputs, you can obtain pictures in better quality . Connections • Make the f ollowing setting. On-screen display Select Page “A udio out select” page 39 Component video outputs/inputs Some TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs. Connect[...]

27 Connections Basic Setup Introduction Connecting to an audio system Y ou can enjoy multichannel surround-sound such as 5.1 channel by connecting to an amplifier compatible with Dolby Digital and DTS sound. Connections • For connection to y our TV , see pages 20 to 21, 26. • For details of output sound, see page 75 in “ OPERA TIONS GUIDE ”[...]

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Basic Setup Read this chapter for necessary settings to get started. When you use this recorder for the first time, be sure to perform A to C in this order . Proceed to D if necessar y . Starting up the recorder A:TV Guide On Screen setup Setting up TV Guide On Screen B: Output sound setting C: TV shape setting D: Remote control settings Operating [...]

30 Startup/finishing (closing) icons These icons are display ed on the right corner on the top of the screen. While they are flashing, the recorder is operating as follows: Startup, reading a disc, finishing recording Unloading a disc, finishing the recorder ’ s operation Opening a disc tray Closing a disc tray After all the necessary connections[...]

31 Introduction Connections Basic Setup If a message appears The recorder ma y display a message . Each message varies according to operational status. T o respond, follow the e xamples below . Select either response (by highlighting in green) using / buttons, then press ENTER button. The message disappears. Read the message, then press ENTER butto[...]

32 Basic Setup A: TV Guide On Screen setup This step sets the recorder ’ s clock and tuner to record broadcasting TV programs. Once you complete this process there is generally no need to reset the clock. (However , if there are discrepancies in the recorder ’ s time display or changes made to receivable TV stations, you should make this settin[...]

33 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Setting up TV Guide On Screen ENTER 1 Setup selection Instructions are provided at the bottom f or each screen. Press / to select “ Set up TV Guide On Screen Now ” , then press ENTER. 2 Country Press / to select, then press ENTER. (Continued) ENTER Y our DVD Recorder is equipped with the TV Guide On Scree[...]

34 A: TV Guide On Screen setup (Continued) Basic Setup 3 ZIP or postal code Use one of the options below to enter your ZIP or Postal Code, then press ENTER: • Number b uttons • / to select a number , then / to move to another field 4 Cable service Press / to select, then press ENTER. If the ans wer is “ No ” , y ou will go to step 12. 5 Cab[...]

35 Introduction Connections Basic Setup 6 Cable input Press / to select, then press ENTER. If you select “ TUNER ” , you will go to step 7. If you select “ Line 1 ” or “ Line 3 ” , you will go to step 8. 7 T uning channel for the cable box Press / to select, then press ENTER. 8 Read the instructions and observe the diagram. Confirm that[...]

36 A: TV Guide On Screen setup (Continued) Basic Setup 9 Cable box brand name Press / to view and select more brands, then press ENTER. 10 Cable box preparation Follow the instructions, then press ENTER. 11 Cable box code testing When testing is done, the f ollowing screen automatically appears. Selecting the correct cable box brand from the list i[...]

37 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Press / to select, then press ENTER. If your ans wer is “ Ye s ” , and: • if you selected “ TUNER ” at step 6, you will go to step 13. • if you selected “ Line 1 ” or “ Line 3 ” at step 6, you will go to step 12. 12 Antenna connection Press / to select, then press ENTER. 13 Confirmation Pr[...]

38 A: TV Guide On Screen setup (Continued) Basic Setup 14 Confirmation Y ou have successfully completed the setup! Press ENTER. 15 Information Read the information and press ENTER. Y ou have completed the setup of your TV Guide On Screen system.Up-to-date listings will begin loading over the next 24 hours when your DVD Recorder is powered off. It m[...]

39 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Basic Setup B: Output sound setting Select the output sound setting corresponding to the connected TV or audio system. 1 Press SETUP . The setup menu appears. 2 Press / to select “ Picture/Audio settings ” , then press ENTER. (Continued) Tip on setting Refer to the guide on the bottom on each GUI for furt[...]

40 B: Output sound setting (Continued) Basic Setup 3 Press / to select “ Audio out select ” , then press ENTER. 4 Press / to select the output sound format. Bitstream: Select when connected to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital, DTS , MPEG1 and MPEG2 decoder. ( page 27) The recorder outputs digital audio signals in the bitstream f or ma[...]

41 Introduction Connections Basic Setup “ B: Output sound setting ” is complete . Go to “ C: TV shape setting ” . ( page 42) PCM: Select when connected to a 2 channel digital stereo system. ( page 27) The recorder outputs sounds in the PCM 2ch format when you play a disc recorded on the Dolby Digital, MPEG1 and MPEG2 recording system. 5 Onc[...]

42 Basic Setup 1 Press SETUP to display the setup menu. When it is already displa yed, press b utton. (T o return to the previous men u) 2 Press / to select “ Display settings ” , then press ENTER. 3 Press / to select “ TV shape ” , then press ENTER. SETUP ENTER ENTER C: TV shape setting Select the picture shape according to the aspect rati[...]

43 Introduction Connections Basic Setup 4 Press / to select the picture shape. 4:3 LB: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays theatrical images with masking bars abov e and below the picture. 4:3 normal: Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected. Displays pictures cropped to fill y our TV screen. Either or both of the picture ’ s s[...]

44 Basic Setup D: Remote control settings T ake this step according to your preference and usage. Operating a TV with the remote control of this recorder The remote control of this recorder has a function to operate a TV . Preparation: Please find the brand code on the next page for the TV you wish to control. 1 While holding TV CODE, press the num[...]

45 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Brand code table Notes • T OSHIBA code is already set when you operate this recorder f or the first time. • Some brands ha ve se veral codes. T r y one by one until the remote control can operate y our TV . • Even after the recorder's remote control is prog rammed, it may not oper ate some or all o[...]

46 D: Remote control settings (Continued) Basic Setup Operating the second and third TOSHIBA HDD/DVD video recorders with the remote control of this recorder Switches the codes to operate the recorder . If you use the second and third T OSHIBA HDD/D VD video recorders, set the diff erent remote codes for each recorder to avoid confusion in the resp[...]

47 Introduction Connections Basic Setup Setting up the remote control 5 While pressing EASY NA VI, press 2. The remote control mode is set to “ DR 2 ” . Select the same mode that you ha ve set to the recorder . Notes • If the recorder ’ s mode and the remote control ’ s mode are different, the recorder ’ s mode (DR 1, DR 2 or DR 3) appe[...]

48 Limited United States W arranty Digital Audio Video (“DA V”) Product-Depot Repair Warranty T oshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C ,. (“T ACP”) mak es the follo wing limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED W ARRANTIES EXTEND T O THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS D A V PROD[...]

49 Introduction Connections Basic Setup How to Obtain W arranty Services If , after following all of the oper ating instructions in this manual and chec king the section “ Bef ore calling service personnel ” , you find that service is needed: (1) F or instructions on how to obtain warr anty ser vice f or your D A V Product, contact T ACP ’ s [...]

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