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14DUBBING button (DVD / VCR)

Press to start VCR to DVD (DVD to VCR) duplication which you set in the Setup menu.

15SAT.LINK button (DVD / VCR)

Press to call up the Satellite Link setting.

16TIMER SET button (DVD / VCR)

Press to set the unit in timer-standby mode. In the timer-standby mode, press to cancel the mode and to turn on the unit.

17INPUT SELECT button (DVD / VCR)

Press to select the appropriate input.

18 ON / STANDBY button (DVD / VCR)

Press to turn on or off the unit.

19PROG. / buttons (DVD / VCR)

DVD mode

Press to change the channel up or down.

VCR mode

Press to change the channel up or down.

Press to adjust the tracking during playback or in slow motion of the tape.

While playback is in still mode, you can adjust the vertically blurred picture.

20CLEAR button (DVD / VCR)

DVD mode

Press to clear the password once entered.

Press to cancel the programming for a disc.

Press to clear the selecting marker number in the marker setup mode.

Press to clear the programme once entered in

the timer recording setting mode.

VCR mode

• Press to reset the tape counter.

21REPEAT button (DVD / VCR)

DVD mode

Press to select the repeat mode.

VCR mode

Press to set or release the Auto Repeat Playback.

22SEARCH button (VCR)

Press to call up the index or time search menu.

23TOP MENU button (DVD)

Press to display the Title menu.

24ENTER button (DVD / VCR)

Press to acknowledge or approve a menu selection.

25RETURN button (DVD / VCR)

Press to return to the previously displayed menu screen.

26TIME SLIP button (DVD)

Press once to start recording the TV programme you are watching. Press again to watch the content being recorded from the beginning while recording continues. (VR mode DVD-RW discs with the recording mode of LP, EP or SLP only)

271.3x/0.8x PLAY button (DVD)

During playback, press to playback in a slightly faster/slower speed while keeping the audio quality just as normal playback.

28FWD f button (DVD / VCR)

DVD mode

During playback, press to forward fast.

When playback is paused, press to forward

slowly.

VCR mode

Press to rapidly advance the video tape.

Press to view the picture rapidly in forward during playback.

29STOP S button (DVD / VCR)

Press to stop playing back or recording.

30SKIP F button (DVD)

During playback, press to skip to the next chapter or track.

When playback is paused, press to advance step by step.

31VCR button (DVD)

Press to select the VCR output mode. (See page 15.)

32DVD button (VCR)

Press to select the DVD output mode. (See page 15.)

33REC MODE button (DVD / VCR)

Press to switch the recording mode.

34REC I button (DVD / VCR)

Press once to start a recording.

Press repeatedly to start a One-touch Timer Recording.

35TIMER PROG button (DVD / VCR)

Press to display the timer programme setting menu.

36SETUP button (DVD / VCR)

Press to display the Setup menu in stop mode.

Button names described in the Owner’s Manual The instructions in this manual are described mainly with the operations using the remote control. Some operations can be carried out using the buttons on the front panel.

Note

If you turn off this unit, [OPEN / CLOSE O] on the remote control is not available.

Be sure to use [O (OPEN / CLOSE)] or [O/S (STOP / EJECT)] on the unit.

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Contents VR17KB Toshiba CorporationPower Supply PrecautionsLaser Safety IntroductionAvoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Connection to PowerInstallation Location Moisture Condensation WarningDeclaration of Conformity MaintenanceAbout Copyright May need to be cleaned Accessories SuppliedAuto Head Cleaning Registration cardTable of Contents Playback FeaturesRecording EditingOthers Symbol DescriptionCompatibility PDCAvailable Gray Not available Cprm compatible disc only DVD-RWColour Systems 10 ENUnplayable Discs Region CodesFunctional Overview Front PanelThis unit does not have an RF modulator Rear Panel12 EN Remote Control 14 EN About the Remote Control Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlVCR / DVD Recorder Switching 16 EN Guide to On-Screen DisplaysDisplay Menu Indicates an operation statusMain Menu 18 EN Front Panel Display GuideDisplay Messages Connections Connecting to a TVConnections Connections Basic20 EN Connecting to External EquipmentDigital Audio for Better Sound Quality Only for DVD Connections illustrated above are optional for better soundConnecting to an MD deck or DAT deck After You Have Completed Connections22 EN Basic SetupInitial Setting After completion, press Setup to exit Manual TuningTo Skip a Preset Channel To Select a ChannelMove Setting the ClockAuto Clock Setting 24 ENSelect the desired option using U / D, then press Enter Manual Clock SettingEnter the date day / month / year using U / D Selecting the TV Aspect RatioRecording Information on DVD RecordingChoosing the Recording Format of a Blank DVD-RW Disc Formatting a DiscMaking Discs Playable in Other DVD Players Finalise Make Recording Compatible Setting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode RecordingSetting Auto Chapter 28 ENPress Enter Select Yes using U / D, thenReformatting a Disc Manually Setting Bilingual Recording Audio Selecting the Sound ModeSetting External Input Audio Recording Audio Select XPPress Stop S to stop the recording Basic RecordingPress Open / Close O to close the disc tray Press on / Standby to turn on the unitTurn on the unit and insert a recordable disc One-touch Timer Recording OTR32 EN Press DVDTimer Recording 34 EN To Stop the Timer Recording in ProgressPDC Programme Delivery Control Check the information on the list you want to editError numbers indicate If the Timer Programming did not Complete CorrectlyHints for the Timer Recording Priority of overlapped settingsSatellite Link Set the desired start time using U / D, then press PSelect the time, media or mode using 36 ENTo Standby Mode is highlighted Press Timer SET to turn on the unitConnection to External Equipment Settings for External EquipmentSelect a recording mode using REC Mode Recording from External EquipmentVCR to DVD Dubbing ModePress Dubbing DVD to VCR40 EN Setting a Disc to ProtectTo cancel the disc protect DVD to VCR duplication will startAuto Finalise To cancel finalising DVD-RW disc onlyFinalising Discs Finalising is completeHint for DVD Playback PlaybackBasic Playback Playing Back a DVD-RW / DVD-R / DVD+RW / DVD+R DiscPlaying Back an Audio CD, MP3 or Playing Back a DivXMP3, MPEG1 44 ENDivX Subtitle Audio layerDivX VOD Your registration code will appear46 EN Playing Back Discs Using the Disc MenuPlaying Back a Disc Using the Title Menu PBC Function for Video CDs Playing Back a Video CD Using the Title MenuCancelling and Recalling the PBC Function Press Return to go back to the Title menuSpecial Playback Zoom Step by Step PlaybackSlow Forward / Slow Reverse Playback 50 EN Marker SetupChasing Playback during Recording Press Play B during recordingSimultaneous Playback Recording Track Search SearchTitle / Chapter Search Direct SearchTime Search During playback, press Display Select the icon using L / PRepeat / Random / Programme Playback / Slide Show Repeat PlaybackSlide Show Random PlaybackProgramme Playback 54 ENSwitching Virtual Surround System Switching subtitlesSwitching Audio Soundtrack Select OFF, Type 1 or Type 2 using U / D, then press EnterReducing Block Noise Switching Camera AnglesAngle will switch each time you press Enter 56 ENEditing Discs EditingDisc Editing Guide to a Title List58 EN Deleting TitlesEditing Title Name Press Return and then Return or Stop S to exit Setting or Clearing Chapter MarkersGuide to Editing Title Names Adding a chapter markerHiding Chapters 60 ENDividing a Title VR mode DVD-RW disc playlistProtecting Titles Combining TitlesDeleting All Playlists Press DVD first Press SetupAdding Titles to a Playlist 62 ENPart of the title is deleted Select Delete using U / D, then press EnterDeleting Parts of Titles Function Setup 64 ENVCR →DVD 66 EN Parental Lock Default AllPlayback Audio OutSelect a setting using U / D, then press Enter Disc Menu Language Default EnglishAudio Language Default Original Select a language using U / D, then press EnterStill Mode Default Auto Subtitle Language Default OFFAngle Icon Default on TV System Default PALDisplay VideoUsing U / D to select Yes. Press Enter within 15 seconds DivX Subtitle Default OFFUsing L / P to select Yes. Press Enter DivXReset All Basic Recording Recording and One-touch Timer Recording OTRVCR Functions Before recording, make sureAccidental erasure prevention One-touch Timer RecordingIndex Search 74 EN Other OperationsHi-Fi Stereo Sound System Others TroubleshootingSymptom Remedy DVD VCR76 EN DVDSymptom VCRError message Cause Solution 78 ENLanguage Code Language CodeGlossary 80 ENRecording SpecificationsGeneral Tuner82 EN E9GA0BDEN.book Page 83 Monday, March 26, 2007 1014 AM

D-VR17KB specifications

The Toshiba D-VR17KB is a versatile and compact DVD Recorder/VCR combo, designed to cater to consumers' needs for recording and playback. This dual-function device allows users to record TV programs onto DVD and VHS formats, providing a bridge between modern digital media and traditional analog tapes.

One of the standout features of the D-VR17KB is its ability to record directly onto DVD-R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW discs, making it easy to create lasting copies of cherished programs and films. The device supports a variety of recording modes, allowing users to choose between standard play and long play to maximize recording time, up to 6 hours on a single disc in LP mode.

In addition to its recording capabilities, the D-VR17KB boasts a user-friendly interface and comprehensive connectivity options. It includes AV input and output connections, a component video output for enhanced picture quality, and coaxial audio outputs. The addition of an HDMI output enables digital connections to modern TVs while ensuring high-quality audio and video transmission.

The D-VR17KB integrates progressive scan technology, which enhances picture clarity by doubling the vertical resolution in video signals. This feature is particularly beneficial for watching movies and sports, providing a smoother and sharper viewing experience. Furthermore, the device includes a built-in tuner, allowing users to access and record live television without the need for a separate set-top box.

In terms of playback capabilities, the Toshiba D-VR17KB is compatible with a plethora of formats, including DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, DVD+R/RW, CD, and VHS tapes. This extensive compatibility ensures that users can enjoy their favorite movies and home videos without hassle. Additionally, on-screen programming guides make it easier for users to schedule recordings and navigate through available content.

With dimensions that make it suitable for any home entertainment setup, the D-VR17KB is designed with both functionality and space efficiency in mind. Its sleek design fits seamlessly into various AV configurations, whether as a standalone device or stacked with other components.

In summary, the Toshiba D-VR17KB offers a unique blend of technology and practicality for anyone looking to preserve their favorite moments on DVD and VHS. Its recording capabilities, playback options, and user-friendly interface make it a valuable addition to any home entertainment system.