Safety Instructions SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. So, please read the points below for your own safety.
Disc Type and Characteristics This DVD-VCR is capable of playing the following types of discs with the corresponding logos: Disc Types (Logos) Recording Types Audio Video AUDIO-CD Audio VIDEO-CD Audio Video - DO NOT play CD-ROM, CD-I and DVD-ROM in this player! (CDGs play audio only, not graphics.) - It may not play CD-R,CD-RW and DVD-R, -RW, DVD+R, +RW in all cases due to the type of disc or condition of the recording.
Overviews Front View of the DVD-VCR 6 7 8 9 10 11 DVD DECK OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON VIDEO CASSETE COMPARTMENT EJECT BUTTON ON/STANDBY BUTTON REWIND/SKIP BACK BUTTON STOP BUTTON PLAY/STILL BUTTON Rear View of the DVD-VCR AUDIO L, R OUT JACKS AERIAL IN CONNECTOR AV2 (DEC./EXT.) SCART (EURO-21) JACK AUDIO L, R OUT JACKS (DVD ONLY)
Accessories You have just purchased a TOSHIBA DVD-VCR. Together with your DVD-VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box. Remote Batteries for Remote Control Control Owner’s Instructions 6 - English Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you: •...
Tour of the Remote Control 1. ON/STANDBY Used to turn the power on or off. 2. Number Buttons 3. EZ VIEW Used to adjust the aspect ratio on a disc. 4. MODE Used to select the programme or random play. REPEAT Used to allow the repeat play a title, chapter, track, disc or A-B.
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the RF Cable To receive television programmes a signal must be received from one of the following sources: • An outdoor aerial • An indoor aerial • A cable television network • A satellite receiver Make sure that both the television and the DVD-VCR are switched off before Note...
Connecting DVD-VCR to a Satellite Receiver or Other Equipment You can connect your DVD-VCR to a Satellite receiver or other DVD-VCR using the SCART cable if the appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen. The following illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities.
Connecting DVD-VCR to the TV using the S-Video Cable You will enjoy high quality images. S-Video seperates the picture element into black and white(Y) and colour(C) signals to present clearer images than regular video input mode. Connect one end of the S-Video cable into the S-VIDEO output jack on the rear of the DVD-VCR.
Connecting an Audio/Video Input Cable You can connect other audio/video equipment to your DVD-VCR using audio/video cables if the appropriate outputs are available on the equipment chosen. Examples : • You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of a second VCR. •...
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The current time and date are displayed automatically. SETUP Time Date Year 12 : 00 01 / JAN / 2005 SAT Auto Clock PROG FUNC RETURN Refer to “Setting the Date and Time” to change the date and time. (See page 15) Now, you only have to switch the DVD-VCR on and it is ready for use.
Setting the Date and Time Your DVD-VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to: • Automatically stop programme recording • Preset your DVD-VCR to record a programme automatically You must set the date and time when: • You purchase the DVD-VCR. •...
Setting the Menu Language Press the MENU button, then press the OK or √ button. The Language Set is highlighted. Language : English SETUP Clock Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off PROG Screen Messages : On FUNC RETURN Press the OK or √...
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Press the … or † button to select Auto Setup, then press the OK or √ button. The Country Selection menu is displayed. Press the œ/√, …/† buttons to select your country. Country Selection Others RETURN • Refer to following abbreviation table when selecting “Country”.
Presetting the Stations Manually You do not need to preset the stations manually if you have already set them automatically. Press the MENU button, then press the OK or √ button. Language : English SETUP Clock Install User Set Auto Power Off : Off PROG Screen Messages : On...
Press the … or † button to select NAME. The station name is set automatically from the broadcast signal. MANUAL TUNING : 021 DECODER : OFF NAME : - - - - … … † † œ œ √ √ MEMORY : OK •To change the programme’s name, press the √...
Changing the Preset Station Table You can rearrange the station table and give different programme numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences. Press the MENU button, then press the OK or √ button. Language : English SETUP Clock Install User Set...
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (B/G-D/K) You can choose the sound mode (B/G or D/K) according to the TV set connected to your VCR. Press the MENU button, then press the OK or √ button. Language : English SETUP Clock Install User Set...
NICAM NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo, NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language). NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound. Please refer to page 33. Press the MENU button, then press the OK or √...
Auto Power off This feature automatically turns off your DVD-VCR if no signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected time. Press the MENU button, press the OK or √ button. SETUP Language : English Clock Install User Set...
Selecting the Cassette Type If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted. Press the MENU button, then press the … or † button to select VCR. VCR Setup SETUP Tape Select...
Selecting the Recording Speed You can record a cassette at two different speeds: • SP (Standard Play) • LP (Long Play) In Long Play modes: • Each cassette lasts twice as long • The recording is of a slightly lower quality Press the SPEED button to select SP or LP.
Recording a Programme Immediately Before recording a programme, you must have preset the corresponding station (unless you are recording via an external video source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 15~19. Switch on the television. Insert the video tape in to the VCR deck, with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening covered with adhesive tape.
Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder You can copy a cassette to your DVD-VCR from another video source, such as another VCR or a Camcorder etc. • It is an infringement of copyright laws to copy prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form without the permission of the owners of the corresponding copyright.
Using the Timer Programming Feature The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the DVD-VCR to record a programme up to one month before that programme is to be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset. • Before presetting a recording, check that the date and time are correct.
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Press the √ button to select Stop (recording stop time). PR Day Start Stop Speed 01 SA 01 13 : 25 19 : 57 RETURN • Press the œ or √ button to select the hour or minute. • Press the … or † button to set the stop time. Press the √...
Checking a Preset Recording You can check your preset recordings: • When you have finished presetting the DVD-VCR • If you have forgotten which programmes will be recorded Press the MENU button, then press the … or † button to select PROG, then press the OK or √ button.
Selecting the Audio Output Mode You can select the mode in which the sound is reproduced on the loudspeakers and AV outputs. The following options are available. Press the AUDIO button on the remote control until the required option is displayed. Option Description Used to listen to the sound on the left Hi-Fi channel.
Searching for a Specific Sequence Each time you record a cassette on this DVD-VCR, an “index” is automatically marked on the tape when recording starts. The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a specific index and start playback from that point. Depending on the direction selected, the indexes are numbered as follows: Prev...
Intro Scan Press the SEARCH button. The VCR Function menu is displayed. Press the … or † button to select Intro Scan. VCR Function Go To [0:00:00] SETUP End Search Intro Scan PROG FUNC RETURN Press the OK or √ button. Press the œœ...
Using the Tape Counter The tape counter: • Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes (hours, minutes and seconds) • Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the DVD-VCR • Allows you to find the beginning of a sequence easily •...
Using the Audio Language Press the MENU button in the stop mode. Press the … or † button to select DVD, then press the OK or √ button. DVD Setup SETUP Language Setup Audio Setup Display Setup Parental Setup : DivX(R) Registration PROG FUNC...
Setting Up the Audio Options Press the MENU button in the stop mode. Press the … or † button to select DVD, then press the OK or √ button. DVD Setup SETUP Language Setup Audio Setup Display Setup Parental Setup : DivX(R) Registration PROG FUNC...
Setting Up the Display Options Press the MENU button in the stop mode. Press the … or † button to select DVD, then press the OK or √ button. DVD Setup SETUP Language Setup Audio Setup Display Setup Parental Setup : DivX(R) Registration PROG FUNC...
Setting Up the Parental Control The Parental Control function works in conjunction with DVDs that have been assigned a rating - which helps you control the types of DVDs that your family watches. There are up to 8 rating levels on a disc. Press the MENU button in the stop mode.
Setting up the Rating Level Press the … or † button to select Rating Level, then press the OK or √ button. Parental Setup Use Password : Yes Rating Level Change Password RETURN MENU Rating Level Level 8 Adult Level 7 Level 6 Level 5 Level 4...
DivX(R) Registration Please use your registration code to register this player with the DivX(R) Video On Demand service. This will allow you to rent and purchase videos using the DivX(R) Video On Demand format. To learn more go to www.divx.com/vod. Press the MENU button in the stop mode.
Special Playback Features During DVD/CD playback you can select from the following special playback options. To resume normal playback, press the Still Press the √ll button during playback. • The picture will still and the audio will mute. • To resume playback, press the √ll button. •...
Using the Display Function To view the current Title, Chapter/Track, and counter position, press the DISPLAY button during DVD playback. The Display screen can also be used to quickly choose a title, chapter/track, or playing time. View the Display During DVD/VCD/CD playback, press the DISPLAY button.
Adjusting the Aspect Ratio (EZ View) This function may behave differently depending on the type of disc. To play back using aspect ratio (DVD) Press the EZ VIEW button. • The screen size changes when the button is pressed repeatedly. •...
Selecting the Subtitle Language Some DVDs provide subtitles in one or more languages. You can use the SUBTITLE button to quickly view and change settings. During playback, press the SUBTITLE button. Press the œ or √ button to select the desired subtitle language The default is Off.
Changing the Camera Angle Some DVD Movies provide you with various camera angle views on the same scene while they are showing. To activate the feature press the ANGLE button. You’ll see the angle icon while watching a DVD with multi angles available. When the angle icon comes up to the screen press the ANGLE button to see the angle menu.
Marks Up to three Bookmarks can be inserted for a given DVD/ VCD , allowing you to quickly jump to your favourite scene or song. During playback, press the MARK button. Press the œ or √ button to select one of the three mark placeholders (- - -).
A to B Repeat A to B Repeat feature enables you to repeat the designated section on a DVD or VCD/CD. To activate, mark where to start (A) and where to end (B) of the section you want to watch. Press the REPEAT button while in playback mode, then press the œ...
MP3 Play If you insert an MP3 Disc into the DVD-VCR, you can see the folder directory. MP3 Play Function Press the … or † button to select the desired music folder, then press the OK button. Total : 3/4 ROOT ROOT JPEG...
Program & Random Play (CD/MP3) You can listen to songs randomly or in the desired sequence. Program Play Press the MODE button in the stop mode. Press the œ or √ button to select PROGRAM. Press the OK button. PROGRAM RANDOM RETURN Press the …/†,œ/√...
Picture CD Playback If you insert a Picture (JPEG) CD Disc into the DVD- VCR, you can see the folder directory. Press the … or † button to select the picture you want to view, then press the OK button. The selected picture is displayed.
Slide show Press the œ or √ button to select Press the OK button. The 3 icons are displayed for time interval. Photo : 1/215 Timer : Press the œ or √ button to select one of these. Press the OK button. When this icon is selected and the OK button is pressed, the pictures change automatically with about an 6 interval of 6 secords.
DivX/MPEG4 Playback When the disc is inserted, the file structure of the disc will be shown. Depending on the file format, a different icon will appear next to each file. The files will have been highlighted. Use … or † button to select the movie file, and then press OK or √ll.
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Zoom During play, press the MENU button on the remote control. Then press the … or † button to select the FUNC, then press the OK or √ button. The Function menu is displayed. Press the … or † button to select DVD Function. Press the OK or √...
Technical Specifications Rated voltage Power consumption Weight General Size Operating ambient temperature Installation conditions Video input (Rear) Input Audio input (Rear) Input (Front) RF out Audio (DVD, VCR) Output Audio (DVD only) Video (DVD, VCR) Video (DVD only) Tape format Colour system Tuning system Video S/N...
Troubleshooting Guide (VCR) Before contacting the Toshiba after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you are unable to solve the problem after reading the below instructions, note: The model and serial number on the rear of your DVD-VCR •...
Troubleshooting Guide (DVD) Problem Ensure that the disc is installed with the label side facing up. Check the region number of the DVD. Disc does not play. This player cannot play CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs, etc. Insert a DVD, or a CD. 5.1 channel sound is reproduced only when the following conditions are met.