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Printed on 70% Recycled Paper TOSHIBA HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER RD-XS32SU/RD-XS32SC DIGITAL VIDEO HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER RD-XS32SU RD-XS32SC OWNER'S MANUAL OPERATIONS Read "INSTALLATION GUIDE" first. Printed in China S PM0016170012 © 2004 Toshiba Corporation Others Function setup Library Editing Playback Recording Introduction
Printed on 70% Recycled Paper TOSHIBA HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER RD-XS32SU/RD-XS32SC DIGITAL VIDEO HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER RD-XS32SU RD-XS32SC OWNER'S MANUAL OPERATIONS Read "INSTALLATION GUIDE" first. Printed in China S PM0016170012 © 2004 Toshiba Corporation Others Function setup Library Editing Playback Recording Introduction
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... 63 Playing at a modified bit rate 112 2 EASY NAVI & QUICK MENU .. 23 Recording Before recording 26 Initializing a DVD-RAM/RW disc (Logical format) ... 28 DVD-RAM physical format 29 Entering characters 30 Recording a TV program 32 Recording an external source 37 Programming a recording (REC MENU...Playlist editing (Collecting desired scenes 95 Creating thumbnails (Changing the picture on playback 54 Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU 55 Playing a DVD video disc 60 Locating a title using the top menu 61 Pausing a TV broadcast to parts and controls 12 Front panel 12 Rear...
... 63 Playing at a modified bit rate 112 2 EASY NAVI & QUICK MENU .. 23 Recording Before recording 26 Initializing a DVD-RAM/RW disc (Logical format) ... 28 DVD-RAM physical format 29 Entering characters 30 Recording a TV program 32 Recording an external source 37 Programming a recording (REC MENU...Playlist editing (Collecting desired scenes 95 Creating thumbnails (Changing the picture on playback 54 Playing recorded contents (CONTENT MENU 55 Playing a DVD video disc 60 Locating a title using the top menu 61 Pausing a TV broadcast to parts and controls 12 Front panel 12 Rear...
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...Deleting Selected Items (Deleting multiple specified parts 118 Combine Original Titles (Combine two titles into one 120 Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW ....... 122 DVD-Video finalizing process 132 DV Recording (Recording from a digital video camera) ...... 136 Others Before calling service personnel... 166 Error codes on the display window 169 Recording duration 170 Language Code List 171 Specification 172 Limited Warranty DVD PLAYER/RECORDER .... 174 CANADIAN WARRANTY INFORMATION ....... 176 Library Using Library data 140 Basic operation of the Library system 140...
...Deleting Selected Items (Deleting multiple specified parts 118 Combine Original Titles (Combine two titles into one 120 Creating a DVD-Video using DVD-R/RW ....... 122 DVD-Video finalizing process 132 DV Recording (Recording from a digital video camera) ...... 136 Others Before calling service personnel... 166 Error codes on the display window 169 Recording duration 170 Language Code List 171 Specification 172 Limited Warranty DVD PLAYER/RECORDER .... 174 CANADIAN WARRANTY INFORMATION ....... 176 Library Using Library data 140 Basic operation of the Library system 140...
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...forever. Repeated playback of the programs on the HDD that the operation is not permitted by using high quality DVD recordable discs and checking their playability from a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc) may be accessed as quickly as they would on those programs (or deleting a program from ...time to damage if not handled and stored carefully and some dubbing and editing restrictions. Some DVD video discs are also susceptible to time. This can occur during operation. Moreover, because of variations in the quality of software discs (...
...forever. Repeated playback of the programs on the HDD that the operation is not permitted by using high quality DVD recordable discs and checking their playability from a DVD-RAM or DVD-RW disc) may be accessed as quickly as they would on those programs (or deleting a program from ...time to damage if not handled and stored carefully and some dubbing and editing restrictions. Some DVD video discs are also susceptible to time. This can occur during operation. Moreover, because of variations in the quality of software discs (...
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...recorder will operate as a wedding party) with the global standard DVD-VR (Video Recording) format, and are available. Introduction Compatible discs When you edit your original content (recorded personal events such as expected. Toshiba cannot assure that allows only one copy. (NOTE: "Copy... once" protected programs generally can be recorded to comply with 4.7GB DVD-RAM discs" or "this recorder. 6 There are designed to DVD-RAM discs.) * This recorder records on...
...recorder will operate as a wedding party) with the global standard DVD-VR (Video Recording) format, and are available. Introduction Compatible discs When you edit your original content (recorded personal events such as expected. Toshiba cannot assure that allows only one copy. (NOTE: "Copy... once" protected programs generally can be recorded to comply with 4.7GB DVD-RAM discs" or "this recorder. 6 There are designed to DVD-RAM discs.) * This recorder records on...
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... labeled as above . • You cannot play non-standardized discs even if they have region marks 1 or ALL . • Toshiba cannot assure that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will not be allowed by the recorder. Library Function setup Others 7 If region numbers, corresponding to a specific playable... / 8cm (31/4 in.) • Color system: NTSC • Version 1.1 and 2.0 • 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.) Remarks The region number of this DVD recorder is encoded to permit playback only in regions other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.), even if they may not be possible.
... labeled as above . • You cannot play non-standardized discs even if they have region marks 1 or ALL . • Toshiba cannot assure that all discs bearing the DVD or CD logos will not be allowed by the recorder. Library Function setup Others 7 If region numbers, corresponding to a specific playable... / 8cm (31/4 in.) • Color system: NTSC • Version 1.1 and 2.0 • 12cm (43/4 in.) / 8cm (31/4 in.) Remarks The region number of this DVD recorder is encoded to permit playback only in regions other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.), even if they may not be possible.
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...Such an indication on a disc is no indication on a disc, use a pen with a hard tip, such as above is used in a DVD recorder of another manufacture's equipment or PC, contain a large number of them , handle with proper care. When you cannot avoid using a disc ...without a cartridge (commercially available discs) Discs without cartridges. Before using the disc-format function of DVD-RAM cartridges; The disc may not be recorded or edited once the inside discs are recommended for the Library Management database. When there...
...Such an indication on a disc is no indication on a disc, use a pen with a hard tip, such as above is used in a DVD recorder of another manufacture's equipment or PC, contain a large number of them , handle with proper care. When you cannot avoid using a disc ...without a cartridge (commercially available discs) Discs without cartridges. Before using the disc-format function of DVD-RAM cartridges; The disc may not be recorded or edited once the inside discs are recommended for the Library Management database. When there...
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...for video," "for recording," "120 min." Discs compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio will display them in the standard picture shape (4:3 aspect ratio). DVD-VR mode recording is prohibited or restricted (copy once or copy prohibited) cannot be used. TVs with 2X speed recording (labeled Ver.1.1/2X ... not possible. TVs with 4X speed recording (labeled Ver.2.1/4X etc.) can also be used . Actual picture shape may not be used . DVD-R for authoring Ver.1.1 cannot be recorded. etc. Even if the disc is labeled as CPRM compatible, this example.) 4:3 Pictures are examples of...
...for video," "for recording," "120 min." Discs compatible with 4:3 aspect ratio will display them in the standard picture shape (4:3 aspect ratio). DVD-VR mode recording is prohibited or restricted (copy once or copy prohibited) cannot be used. TVs with 2X speed recording (labeled Ver.1.1/2X ... not possible. TVs with 4X speed recording (labeled Ver.2.1/4X etc.) can also be used . Actual picture shape may not be used . DVD-R for authoring Ver.1.1 cannot be recorded. etc. Even if the disc is labeled as CPRM compatible, this example.) 4:3 Pictures are examples of...
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...Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Track 1 VIDEO CD / audio CD Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 On handling discs Do not touch the playback side of a DVD video disc. No Title: Chapter: Track: Divided contents of the disc. This corresponds to a story title in a story. Some discs may damage the disc.... a place subject to facilitate scene search. Divided contents of a title. Introduction Compatible discs (Continued) Structure of disc contents Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are divided into tracks. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are subdivided into chapters. When ...
...Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Track 1 VIDEO CD / audio CD Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 On handling discs Do not touch the playback side of a DVD video disc. No Title: Chapter: Track: Divided contents of the disc. This corresponds to a story title in a story. Some discs may damage the disc.... a place subject to facilitate scene search. Divided contents of a title. Introduction Compatible discs (Continued) Structure of disc contents Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are divided into tracks. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are subdivided into chapters. When ...
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... instruction of contents on compatible devices. This process makes the disc playable on other compatible devices. (Some models excepted.) No No Execute DVD-Video finalizing process on this recorder. Initialize the disc. - 11 Collecting favorite scenes Yes No (Playlist Editing) Making a new title ... Suitable for repeat use No preparatory steps Initialize the disc. You can erase recorded contents to play on this recorder. DVD-Video finalizing Video finalizing process on a recorded disc so that it is recommended. Copy once contents can be played on...
... instruction of contents on compatible devices. This process makes the disc playable on other compatible devices. (Some models excepted.) No No Execute DVD-Video finalizing process on this recorder. Initialize the disc. - 11 Collecting favorite scenes Yes No (Playlist Editing) Making a new title ... Suitable for repeat use No preparatory steps Initialize the disc. You can erase recorded contents to play on this recorder. DVD-Video finalizing Video finalizing process on a recorded disc so that it is recommended. Copy once contents can be played on...
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... indicator page 20, 21 Displays the operational state of the recorder. 13 Remote sensor page 12 in the standby mode. 2 Three mode button (HDD, TIMESLIP, DVD) page 32, 55, 60 Selects recording/playback media. 3 INPUT SELECT button page 38 Pressing repeatedly selects between various input sources. 4 CHANNEL buttons page 20, 33...
... indicator page 20, 21 Displays the operational state of the recorder. 13 Remote sensor page 12 in the standby mode. 2 Three mode button (HDD, TIMESLIP, DVD) page 32, 55, 60 Selects recording/playback media. 3 INPUT SELECT button page 38 Pressing repeatedly selects between various input sources. 4 CHANNEL buttons page 20, 33...
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...) Indicates the operation status of the HDD. : Recording : Playing : Copying within the disc 19 HDD indicator Illuminates in the HDD mode. 20 Operation Status Indicator (DVD) Indicates the operation status of the cover and pull it is open . Others 13 Note • Do not place a heavy object on the left edge... of the DVD. : Recording : Playing : Copying within the disc 21 Disc tray page 20 Place a disc to play or record. 22 Front panel display page 18 To open...
...) Indicates the operation status of the HDD. : Recording : Playing : Copying within the disc 19 HDD indicator Illuminates in the HDD mode. 20 Operation Status Indicator (DVD) Indicates the operation status of the cover and pull it is open . Others 13 Note • Do not place a heavy object on the left edge... of the DVD. : Recording : Playing : Copying within the disc 21 Disc tray page 20 Place a disc to play or record. 22 Front panel display page 18 To open...
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Introduction Index to Parts and Controls (Continued) Remote control 1 2 OPEN/CLOSE 22 3 DVD TOP MENU MENU RETURN 23 4 ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL 24 5 25 HDD TIMESLIP DVD 6 INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP EASY 26 NAVI 7 REC MENU EDIT MENU 27 LIBRARY CONTENT MENU 8 28 9 OW SK 29 10 30 ENTER 11 31 SL ...
Introduction Index to Parts and Controls (Continued) Remote control 1 2 OPEN/CLOSE 22 3 DVD TOP MENU MENU RETURN 23 4 ANGLE SUBTITLE AUDIO CHANNEL 24 5 25 HDD TIMESLIP DVD 6 INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP EASY 26 NAVI 7 REC MENU EDIT MENU 27 LIBRARY CONTENT MENU 8 28 9 OW SK 29 10 30 ENTER 11 31 SL ...
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... in "INSTALLATION GUIDE" 22 ON/STANDBY button page 20, 21 23 RETURN button*2 24 CHANNEL buttons page 20, 33 25 AUDIO button page 73 26 DVD button page 32,55,60 27 INSTANT SKIP button page 64 28 INSTANT REPLAY button page 64 29 CONTENT MENU button page 55, 95 30... instructions of the disc. 17 Others Function setup Library Editing Playback Recording Introduction Refer to the previous screen (the screen may be specified depending on a DVD video disc. A menu screen is recorded on the disc).
... in "INSTALLATION GUIDE" 22 ON/STANDBY button page 20, 21 23 RETURN button*2 24 CHANNEL buttons page 20, 33 25 AUDIO button page 73 26 DVD button page 32,55,60 27 INSTANT SKIP button page 64 28 INSTANT REPLAY button page 64 29 CONTENT MENU button page 55, 95 30... instructions of the disc. 17 Others Function setup Library Editing Playback Recording Introduction Refer to the previous screen (the screen may be specified depending on a DVD video disc. A menu screen is recorded on the disc).
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...the front panel or the OPEN/CLOSE button on the cartridge. If such a disc is disconnected from a wall outlet, then contact your nearest TOSHIBA dealer. If the recorder is set to the disc tray. Doing so may restore the recorder. This may result in initializing of the HDD.)...cartridge into the tray frame following the direction of the recorder, the disc will open the disc tray. Introduction Recording Playback Editing DVD-RAM disc with some DVD-RAM discs right after more than about 3 seconds. The "Unloading" icon appears at all contents stored on the front panel...
...the front panel or the OPEN/CLOSE button on the cartridge. If such a disc is disconnected from a wall outlet, then contact your nearest TOSHIBA dealer. If the recorder is set to the disc tray. Doing so may restore the recorder. This may result in initializing of the HDD.)...cartridge into the tray frame following the direction of the recorder, the disc will open the disc tray. Introduction Recording Playback Editing DVD-RAM disc with some DVD-RAM discs right after more than about 3 seconds. The "Unloading" icon appears at all contents stored on the front panel...
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... : Instant replay Chapter Divide : Chapter division : Forward skip by 1/20 : Revers skip by 1/20 * Accompanied with the followings: HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R : Title number/title name and chapter number/ chapter name DVD-VIDEO : Title number and chapter number VCD CD : Track number Notes • To disable the status display, set "On screen...
... : Instant replay Chapter Divide : Chapter division : Forward skip by 1/20 : Revers skip by 1/20 * Accompanied with the followings: HDD DVD-RAM DVD-RW DVD-R : Title number/title name and chapter number/ chapter name DVD-VIDEO : Title number and chapter number VCD CD : Track number Notes • To disable the status display, set "On screen...
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... Additionally, the QUICK MENU button provides you a sub menu of recorded contents. • You can select the drive by pressing the HDD or DVD button. 2) When you can view thumbnails of the current function. EASY NAVI Main Menu Finder HDD TV:12ch 005 2004/04/03 07:00am ...Play Contents Timer Recording DV Recording Delete Title Finalize (R/RW) Format (RAM/RW) Dubbing Setup Functions PLAY STOP Operating the finder (For the HDD, DVD-RAM discs, DVD-R/RW discs recorded on the finder, press / . From this recorder and not finalized yet) 1) When the cursor is on this menu, you...
... Additionally, the QUICK MENU button provides you a sub menu of recorded contents. • You can select the drive by pressing the HDD or DVD button. 2) When you can view thumbnails of the current function. EASY NAVI Main Menu Finder HDD TV:12ch 005 2004/04/03 07:00am ...Play Contents Timer Recording DV Recording Delete Title Finalize (R/RW) Format (RAM/RW) Dubbing Setup Functions PLAY STOP Operating the finder (For the HDD, DVD-RAM discs, DVD-R/RW discs recorded on the finder, press / . From this recorder and not finalized yet) 1) When the cursor is on this menu, you...
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HDD : HDD DVD-RAM : DVD-RAM disc DVD-RW : DVD-RW disc DVD-R : DVD-R disc DVD-VIDEO : DVD video disc VCD : VIDEO CD CD : Audio CD (For CD containing JPEG or MP3/WMA files, see page 76, 78.) Most instructions are based on ...
HDD : HDD DVD-RAM : DVD-RAM disc DVD-RW : DVD-RW disc DVD-R : DVD-R disc DVD-VIDEO : DVD video disc VCD : VIDEO CD CD : Audio CD (For CD containing JPEG or MP3/WMA files, see page 76, 78.) Most instructions are based on ...
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... insure that the disc is suitable for use on this critical background information prior to be initialized for recording or the remaining time of DVD-RAM/RW discs, see page 29. Disc initializing Whenever you want , without initializing. If the HDD does not work normally due to...recorder records on ( page 6, 8). When you format the HDD, all the necessary connections and settings have complicated contents (often, to record on a DVD-RAM disc if it may need to initialize the disc. Some discs may become usable by initializing. A message will appear asking you cannot execute...
... insure that the disc is suitable for use on this critical background information prior to be initialized for recording or the remaining time of DVD-RAM/RW discs, see page 29. Disc initializing Whenever you want , without initializing. If the HDD does not work normally due to...recorder records on ( page 6, 8). When you format the HDD, all the necessary connections and settings have complicated contents (often, to record on a DVD-RAM disc if it may need to initialize the disc. Some discs may become usable by initializing. A message will appear asking you cannot execute...
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...Press the REMAIN button. Therefore, they cannot be executed correctly if scheduled when Daylight-Saving time starts or ends. 27 When using a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc, the recording of Daylight-saving time • When the clock gains across Daylight-saving time during a programmed recording, it ...minutes before the next program starts. (If you have been alreadly executed the DVDVideo finalize process. If you cannot operate the loaded DVD-R or DVD-RW disc. When "HDD recording is full. appears The HDD is not possible due to..." Even if the recorder is consequently...
...Press the REMAIN button. Therefore, they cannot be executed correctly if scheduled when Daylight-Saving time starts or ends. 27 When using a DVD-R or DVD-RW disc, the recording of Daylight-saving time • When the clock gains across Daylight-saving time during a programmed recording, it ...minutes before the next program starts. (If you have been alreadly executed the DVDVideo finalize process. If you cannot operate the loaded DVD-R or DVD-RW disc. When "HDD recording is full. appears The HDD is not possible due to..." Even if the recorder is consequently...