Toshiba D-RW2SU, D-RW2SC manual Features, Play, Compatibility

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Introduction

Features

This DVD unit not only plays DVDs and CDs but also offers features for you to record to DVD discs and edit them after that.

The following features are offered with this unit.

Recording

This unit is compatible with both DVD-RW which is rewritable repeatedly, and DVD-R which is available for recording once. You can choose either one for your convenience.

Up to 8 program recording:

You can program the unit to record up to 8 programs, within a month in advance. Daily or weekly program recordings are also available.

One-touch Timer Recording:

You can easily set a recording time as you prefer. Every time [REC I] is pressed during recording, the recording time will be increased by 30 minutes up to 8 hours. The unit will automatically turn off when the recording time you set is reached.

Automatic Chapter marks setting:

Chapter marks will be put on recordings as you set in the Setup menu before attempting to record.

Automatic Title menu making:

The unit makes title menus automatically when finalizing the disc which are recorded in Video mode.

Automatic Playlist making (VR mode):

A Playlist will be prepared from Original titles, so that you can edit titles in a Playlist as you prefer.

An Original title is kept as it is.

Automatic finalizing (Video mode):

You can finalize discs after finishing all Timer Recordings or at the end of the disc space automatically as you set in the Setup menu.

Left channel stereo recording:

This unit can record the sound of the Left channel monaural input as Left and Right channels automatically (the input from the LINE 2 only).

Play

Theater surround sound in your home:

When connecting the unit to an amplifier or a decoder which is compatible with Dolby Digital or DTS, you are allowed to experience the theater surround sound from discs with surround sound system.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the search function. Search for a desired point on a disc by title, chapter, track, or time.

Start to play from Original and Playlist:

Title playing is available from either Original titles or Playlist.

Virtual Surround System:

You can enjoy stereophonic space through your exciting 2 channel stereo system.

Playing back MP3 and WMA disc:

You can enjoy MP3 and WMA files which are recorded on CD-R/RW.

JPEG Picture Viewer:

JPEG files formatted on CD-R/RW can be played.

Editing

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Making your own Playlist:

With the original remains as it is, you can edit titles on various Playlist as you prefer.

Editing title names

Setting pictures for thumbnails Adding or deleting chapter marks Dividing a title/ combining titles Deleting parts of titles etc.

Protecting titles:

To avoid editing or erasing titles, the protect function is useful when it is ON in the Original titles.

Compatibility

Available for playing discs recorded in Video mode on a regular DVD player (Video mode):

Discs recorded in Video mode can be played on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-Video playback*. You will need to finalize the discs recorded in Video mode to play in other DVD players.

*DVD-Video Format (Video mode) is a new format for recording on DVD-R/RW discs that was approved by the DVD Forum in 2000. Adoption of this format is optional for manufactures of DVD playback devices and there are DVD-Video players, DVD-ROM drives or other DVD playback devices that do not play DVD- R/RW discs recorded in the DVD-Video Format.

Others

Progressive Scan system

Unlike conventional interlace scanning, the progressive scan system provides less flickering and images in higher resolution than that of traditional television signals.

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Contents RW2SU / D-RW2SC Basic Precautions Laser SafetyIntroduction RADIO-TV InterferenceImportant Safeguards Installation Location Supplied AccessoryAvoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Moisture Condensation WarningMaintenance Cleaning the CabinetCleaning the Disc Lens Disc Handling Cleaning DiscsTable of contents Function Setup PlaybackEditing OthersCompatibility FeaturesPlay Using different disc types for different purposes Choosing a discDVD disc types For recording /playback10 EN For playback onlyCD-DA CD-ROn DVD-R discs On DVD-RW discsMarks on DVD video discs Standards12 EN YesYes No Discs and purposes Front Panel Index to parts and controls14 EN Rear Panel 16 EN Introduction Index to parts and controls cont’dTimer PROG. button Setup buttonOPEN/CLOSE a button Number buttonsDisplay message 18 ENFront Panel Display Guide Installing batteries in the remote control Using a remote controlKeep in mind the following when using the remote control 1Open the cover Insert batteriesSetup menu On Screen menu20 EN Display menuDisc Protect VR mode only Format DVD-RW onlyFinalize Random PlayIntroductionUD.indd 2006/01/11 Connections Connections Connection to a TV24 EN Basic Audio Audio OUTAfter you have completed the connections To set progressive scan mode, refer toCable TV Antenna Back of this unit Signal RF modulator Connection26 EN Audio/Video cablesConnect With this setupRF cable Connection to an Audio System 28 ENMethod Audio OUT Digital Audio OUTBasic Setup Initial setting Basic Setup30 EN Press I/y ON/STANDBYPress Enter to start Channel Preset Channel setting Setting channels automaticallyPress Setup Using K / L, select Channel Press EnterTo select a channel Using K / L, select Auto Preset Press EnterPress Setup after scanning Press Setup Using K / L, select Channel Press Enter Using K / L, select Manual Preset Press EnterBasic Setup Channel setting cont’d 34 ENSelect the channel number to add or delete Using K / L, select Add or Delete Press EnterPress Setup to exit 36 EN Using K / L, select TV Audio Select Press EnterSelecting TV stereo or SAP SAP Secondary Audio Program Using K / L, select Stereo or SAP Press EnterStereo Setting the clock Auto Clock SettingPress Setup Using K / L, select Clock. Press Enter Using K / L, select Auto Clock Setting Press EnterSetting will be activated Basic Setup Setting the clock cont’d 40 ENManual Clock Setting Press Enter again42 EN Using K / L, enter the date month / day / yearUsing K / L, enter the time hour / minute. Press / B Press Setup to exit, if Clock menu appears Press K / L to select AM or PM Press Enter44 EN Setting the Daylight Saving TimeUsing K / L, select Daylight Saving Time Using K / L, select on or OFF Press Enter 46 EN Using K / L, select TV Aspect Press EnterSelecting the TV aspect ratio If you have a widescreen TV Using K / L, select a desired format Press EnterIf you have a standard TV Basic setupUD.indd 2006/01/11

D-RW2SU, D-RW2SC specifications

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