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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others
TOSHIBA HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-XS24SB
DIGITAL VIDEO
HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-XS24SB
OWNER’S MANUAL
OPERATIONS
Read “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first.
P000422620
Printed in Slovakia NPM0020766010 © 2005 Toshiba Corporation
RD-XS24SB_Ope_E_p001-176 1 8/31/05, 11:50 PM
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Introduction Table of contents Introduction Playback Caution for safety................................................ 4 Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU) ............................................. 46 About this product .............................................. 5 Playing at various speeds ........................................ 48 Compatible discs ................................................ 6 Folder function .................................................. 50 Recording fo
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW ......... 98 Other editing functions................................... 106 Changing the picture on CONTENT MENU ........... 106 Combining two titles (Original) into one ................. 108 Function Setup Customizing the function settings ................ 114 DVD player settings ................................................115 Picture/Audio settings .............................................
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Introduction Introduction Caution for safety Read “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”, “Precautions” and others of the “INSTALLATION GUIDE” first. 4 RD-XS24SB_Ope_E_p002-013 4 8/31/05, 11:51 PM
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others Introduction About this product Some differences Playback Restrictions This DVD recorder is more similar to a computer than it This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions for is to a standard DVD player. In addition to a this recorder. Some DVD video discs are produced in a microprocessor, it contains a hard disc drive (an HDD), manner that allows specific or limited operation during an operating system, random access memory
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Introduction Compatible discs When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programmes 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. • Depending on the data recording method or the disc status, playback or recording on this recorder may not be possible, even if the disc is labeled as bel
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others To protect recorded contents On DVD-R discs Slide the write-protect tab to “PROTECT” with something small Standards enough. The disc can play, but DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used for cannot be edited or erased. Refer PROTECT recording and playback. to the instructions that come with Discs compatible with the following recording speeds the disc. can also be used: Ver. 2.0/2X Ver. 2.0/4X When using a disc without a Ver. 2.0/
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Introduction Compatible discs (Continued) For playback only Disc Mark Specification Remarks 3 1 DVD video • 12cm (4 /4 in.) / 8cm (3 /4 in.) The region number of this DVD recorder is 2. disc If region numbers, corresponding to a • Region number specific playable area, are printed on your 2 DVD video disc and you do not find or ALL , or the disc is encoded to permit or 2 ALL playback only in regions other than Region 2, disc playback will not be allowed by the recorder. 3 • 12cm (4 /4 in.) It
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others Marks on DVD video discs Structure of disc contents The following are examples of marks and the meanings. Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks. DVD video disc Mark Meanings Title 1 Title 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Number of audio streams 2 recorded in the disc. (2 streams such as English and Japanese in thi
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Introduction Compatible discs (Continued) On handling discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Yes Playback side Do not stick paper or tape to discs. No On cleaning discs Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean. Yes No Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc. On sto
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others Introduction Recording format and disc selection Disc selection (for the first use of HDD & DVD recorder) You can use the following 3 types of disc (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R) on this recorder. Refer to the below to select discs. Disc DVD-RAM DVD-R DVD-RW Feature Rewritable. Rewritable. Rewritable. Disc capacity 4.7GB/9.4GB 4.7GB 4.7GB Recommended • Recording/editing in VR • Creation of a DVD-Video •Writing test and creating of usage mod
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Introduction Recording format and disc selection (Continued) VR mode and Video mode Available operations differ depending on the recording format of discs. Refer to the list below to select a disc and the recording format. VR mode (DVD Video recording) Video mode Compatible disc • HDD (Hard Disc) • DVD-RW (Ver.1.1/1.2) (Video mode *1 • DVD-RAM (Ver.2.0/2.1/2.2) initialized ) Erasing and repeat recording is Erasing and repeat recording is possible. possible. *1 • DVD-RW (Ver.1.1/1.2) (VR mode ini
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others VR mode in DVD-R/RW (advanced use) VR mode enables you to experience advanced DVD disc function. There are, however, some restrictions on practical use. Therefore, this mode is not suitable for beginners of DVD recorders or users who record onto DVD-R/RW for the purpose of play on other DVD devices. Read the followings and be sure to confirm the applicability to you, then use this mode. What is VR mode? VR mode is recording format wit
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Introduction Index to parts and controls See pages with arrows for details. Front panel Front panel 1 2 3 4 5 14 12 10 8 6 13 11 9 7 Pull down here to open. Note • Do not place a heavy object on the cover while it is open. Doing so may damage the recorder. * The above illustration displays the front panel with the cover open. See the following page on how to open or close the cover. 1 ON/STANDBY button pages 20, 21 8 (REC) button page 37, 40 Turns the power on/restores the unit in the Starts r
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others Display 1 2 7 5 6 4 3 1 Disc indicator 5 Multi display Displays the current channel, elapsed time, Illuminates when a disc is loaded. remaining time, input selection, picture quality mode or some operational status such as playing, etc. 2 Recording indicator When the power is turned off, it displays the current Illuminates when recording. time. 3 Programme recording indicator 6 DVD-RAM indicator Illuminates when the recorder holds a t
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Introduction Index to parts and controls (Continued) Rear panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 1 Power cord page 15 in “INSTALLATION 5 COMPONENT OUT jacks page 17 in GUIDE” “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Connects to a wall outlet. Outputs video signals to a connected TV or monitor. Connects to a TV or monitor equipped with 2Ventilation fan component video jacks. 3 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack page 20 6AV2(EXT) socket page 39 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Use this socket when connecting the video or Use this to connect
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others 8 VHF/UHF RF OUT (TO TV) output socket page 14 in “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Connects the supplied coaxial cable to a TV. 9AV1(TV) socket page 39 • Use this socket when connecting the TV that has the terminal in this shape. • Use this socket when connecting the video or other equipment that has the terminal in this shape. 17 RD-XS24SB_Ope_E_p014-019 17 8/31/05, 11:51 PM
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Introduction Index to parts and controls (Continued) Remote control 1 22 TV DVD INPUT SELECT OPEN/CLOSE 23 24 25 CHANNEL VOLUME INPUT SELECT CHANNEL 26 TOP MENU MENU 2 HDD DVD MENU TIMESLIP 27 3 MODE QUICK MENU 28 4 OPERATION 29 NUMBER ENTER 5 30 RETURN EXIT 31 6 INSTANT INSTANT REPLAY SKIP 7 PLAY 32 SLOW/REV FWD/SLOW 8 33 12 3 9 STOP SKIP REV SKIP FWD 10 34 45 6 PAUSE 11 –ADJUST ADJUST+ 35 12 78 9 REC 13 TV/DVR DELETE 14 36 +10 0 CLEAR 15 CHP DIVIDE ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO 16 37 REC MODE ZOOM SEAR
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Introduction Recording Playback Editing Function setup Others 1 Buttons for TV operation page 38 in 30 ENTER button page 46, 114 “INSTALLATION GUIDE” 31 EXIT button page 31 2 HDD button page 37, 46 32 INSTANT SKIP button page 47 3 DVD button page 37, 46, 56 33 FWD/SLOW button page 46, 48 4 MODE button page 46 34 SKIP FWD button page 48 5 Direction buttons ( / / / ) page 46, 114 35 ADJUST (+) button page 30, 48 2 6 RETURN button* 36 D
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Introduction Before operating this recorder Is your recorder ready? Loading a disc • Refer to the supplied “INSTALLATION GUIDE” Check disc compatibility beforehand ( page 6) and manual and finish the necessary preparations. use a proper playable disc. •Turn on the connected equipment such as a TV or audio system and select the input from the recorder. Caution • Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray. Neglecting this may cause serious personal injury. Keep a close watch on Turning the pow
