Toshiba D-R17DTKB owner manual 10 EN, Unplayable Discs, Colour Systems, Region Codes

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Disc Type

Logo

Icon

Type of title

Icon

Media

Discs for Playing

DVD-VIDEO

CD-DA

Video CD

CD-RW

CD-R

DVD-V

CD

VCD

CD

CD

Files for Playing

 

 

 

 

MP3

JPEG

DivX®

 

 

MP3

JPEG

DivX®

 

 

 

 

CD-RW/-R

 

 

CD-RW/-R

CD-RW/-R

DVD-RW/-R

 

 

 

 

DVD+RW/+R

 

 

is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

DivX, DivX Certified, and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license.

Official DivX® Certified product; Plays DivX® 6.0, DivX® 5, DivX® 4, DivX® 3, and DivX®VOD video content (in compliance with DivX Certified™ technical requirements).

Discs containing the DivX® files with the DivX® GMC (Global Motion Compensation) playback feature, which is DivX® supplemental function, cannot be played back on this unit.

*This unit cannot play back the disc contents protected by Windows Media Digital Rights Management (DRM).

Unplayable Discs

The following discs will not play back on this unit.

CD-ROM

• Compact Disc-Interactive (CD-I)

• Video Single Disc (VSD) • DVD-ROM

DVD-audio

• Unfinalised disc

DVD contains MP3, Windows Media™ Audio or JPEG files

On the following disc, the sound may not be heard.

Super audio CD - Only the sound on the CD layer can be heard. The sound on the high-density super audio CD layer cannot be heard.

Colour Systems

DVDs are recorded using different colour systems throughout the world. The most common colour system, used primarily in the U.K. and other EU countries, is PAL.

This unit uses the PAL system. However, it is also possible to play back DVDs using other colour systems, such as NTSC.

Region Codes

This unit has been designed to play DVD

with region 2. DVD must be labelled for ALL 2 regions or for region 2 in order to play on the unit. You cannot play back DVD that are labelled for other regions. Look for the

symbols on the right on your DVD. If these region symbols do not appear on your DVD, you cannot play back the DVD in this unit.

The number inside the globe refers to region of the world.

A DVD labelled for a specific region can only play back on the unit with the same region code.

Following discs are recommended for good recording quality and are proven to be compatible with this unit. However, depending on the media condition the unit may not read the disc properly.

Verbatim

DVD+R 8x, DVD+RW 4x, DVD-R 8x,

 

DVD-RW 2x

JVC

DVD-RW 4x

Maxell

DVD+R 4x/8x/16x, DVD-R 8x/16x

SONY

DVD+R 4x/8x/16x, DVD+RW 4x

TDK

DVD+R 4x/8x/16x

Performance of any other discs are not guaranteed.

Toshiba is not liable for any damage or loss caused directly or indirectly by the malfunction of this recorder, including, without limitation, any one of the following:

Failure to record contents intended to be recorded by the consumer.

Failure to edit contents as intended by the consumer.

When a DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R disc created on this recorder is used (e.g., insertion, playback, recording or editing) in another DVD player, recorder or personal computer drive.

When a DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R disc that is used in the manner described in the immediately preceding bullet point is used again in this recorder.

When a DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R disc that was recorded in another DVD recorder, or in a personal computer drive is used in this recorder.

Some functions may not work with personal computer discs.

Discs recorded in this recorder may not operate as expected on other DVD players, recorders or personal computer drives.

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Contents R17DTKB Power Supply PrecautionsLaser Safety On / StandbyAvoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Connection to PowerInstallation Location Moisture Condensation WarningAbout Copyright MaintenanceDeclaration of Conformity Accessories Supplied Table of Contents Playback FeaturesRecording EditingOthers Symbols for Tuner SettingCompatibility High-Definition Multimedia InterfaceAvailable Gray Not available Cprm compatible disc only DVD-RW DVD+RWColour Systems 10 ENUnplayable Discs Region CodesFunctional Overview Front Panel12 EN Rear PanelThis unit does not have an RF modulator Remote Control About the Remote Control Installing Batteries in the Remote Control14 EN Guide to On-Screen Displays Display MenuMain Menu 16 ENRandom Play Disc Protect VR mode DVD-RW, DVD+RW/+R disc onlyDelete All Playlists VR mode DVD-RW disc only Program Play audio CD/video CD only18 EN Front Panel Display GuideDisplay Messages Current status of the unit Title / Track and Chapter numberConnections Connecting to a TVCommercially available Scart cable Actual Output Modes by Media Connection to a TV with an Hdmi Compatible Port20 EN Hdmi ConnectionConnecting to External Equipment AV3 FrontAfter You Have Completed Connections Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deckDigital Audio for Better Sound Quality 22 ENChannel Setting Initial SettingAuto Tuning DVB & Analog Manual Tuning Analog Auto Tuning Analog24 EN After completion, press Setup to exit To Skip a Preset ChannelAuto Tuning DVB MoveEdit Channels Manual Tuning DVBTo Select a Channel 26 ENTV Title List Signal InformationPress Setup or RETURN/BACK to exit Changing the Channel Order of the Favourite ListSelecting the TV Aspect Ratio Selecting the Audio ModeTV View Operation Digital Teletext ReceptionEPG Electronic Programme Guide DVB Menu SettingPincode Setting for Adult Lock SubtitleAbout Service Preference Setting30 EN Manual Clock Setting Setting the ClockAuto Clock Setting Enter the date day / month / year using U / DType of Discs Recording ModeInformation on DVD Recording Restrictions on RecordingMaking Discs Playable in Other DVD Players Finalise Formatting a DiscChoosing the Recording Format of a Blank DVD-RW Disc Make Recording Compatible Setting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode RecordingSetting Auto Chapter 34 ENVR mode DVD-RW Select Yes using U / D, then press ENTER/OKReformatting a Disc Manually Setting Bilingual Recording Audio Selecting the Sound ModeSetting External Input Audio Recording Audio Select XPBasic Recording 38 EN One-Touch Timer Recording OTRTurn on the unit and insert a recordable disc Timer Recording PDC Programme Delivery Control To Stop the Timer Recording in ProgressIf the Timer Programming Did Not Complete Correctly 40 ENHints for the Timer Recording Satellite Link Timer Recording EPG42 EN To Standby Mode is highlighted Press on / Standby to turn on the unitConnection to External Equipment Settings for External EquipmentSelect a recording mode using REC Mode Recording from External EquipmentTo cancel finalising DVD-RW disc only Setting a Disc to ProtectTo cancel the disc protect Finalising Discs46 EN Auto FinaliseFinalising is complete Playing Back a DVD-RW / DVD-R / DVD+RW / DVD+R Disc Basic PlaybackHint for DVD Playback Playing Back a DVD-V / Video CD without PBC FunctionPlaying Back a DivX Playing Back an Audio CD, MP3 or48 EN Hint for the purchased or rental official DivX DivX SubtitleCertified product DivX VOD 50 ENYour registration code will appear Playing Back Discs Using the Disc Menu Playing Back a Disc Using the Title MenuPBC Function for Video CDs Playing Back a Video CD Using the Title MenuCancelling and Recalling the PBC Function 52 ENSpecial Playback Zoom Step by Step PlaybackSlow Forward Slow Reverse Playback 54 ENPress Play B during recording Marker SetupChasing Playback during Recording To stop the playback, press Stop C onceSimultaneous Playback Recording 56 ENTitle / Chapter Search Using the Display buttonSearch Track SearchTime Search During playback, press Display Select the icon using L / PRepeat / Random / Programme Playback / Slide Show Repeat PlaybackProgramme Playback Select Random Play using U / D, then press ENTER/OKRandom Playback Slide ShowSwitching Virtual Surround System Switching SubtitlesSwitching Audio Soundtrack Selecting the Format of Audio and VideoAngle will switch each time you press ENTER/OK Switching Camera AnglesSelect the desired option using U / D, then press ENTER/OK Reducing Block NoiseGuide to a Title List Disc EditingEditing Discs 62 ENDeleting Titles Editing Title Name64 EN Setting or Clearing Chapter MarkersGuide to Editing Title Names Press RETURN/BACK and then RETURN/BACK or Stop S to exitHiding Chapters Combining Titles Protecting TitlesDividing a Title 66 ENTitle is added to Playlist Adding Titles to a PlaylistDeleting All Playlists All Playlists can be deleted if it is no longer needed68 EN Select Delete using U / D, then press ENTER/OKDeleting Parts of Titles Part of the title is deletedFunction Setup Items highlight is the default Contents 70 ENEnter the current password using the Number buttons Parental Lock Default AllSelect a desired item using U / D, then press ENTER/OK PlaybackSelect a setting using U / D, then press ENTER/OK Disc Menu Language Default EnglishAudio Language Default Original 72 ENStill Mode Default Auto Subtitle Language Default OFFAngle Icon Default on TV System Default PALVideo Display74 EN DivX Subtitle Default OFF DivXRGB Range Default Normal Format Default RGBHdmi Audio Default on Set to OFF when the Hdmi sound is not outputtedReset All 78 EN TroubleshootingDVD Open / Close O 80 EN HdmiError message Cause Solution Language Code 82 ENDTS GlossaryCprm MP3Specifications 84 ENE7J70BDEN.book Page 85 Monday, May 7, 2007 331 PM 86 EN E7J70BDEN.book Page 87 Monday, May 7, 2007 331 PM 1VMN23632A / E7J70BD

D-R17DTKB specifications

The Toshiba D-R17DTKB is a versatile and feature-packed DVD recorder that caters to the needs of consumers seeking a reliable home entertainment solution. This model serves as an ideal option for those who wish to preserve their favorite television programs, movies, or old home videos, offering an array of functionalities that ensure a quality recording experience.

One of the standout features of the Toshiba D-R17DTKB is its ability to record onto various media formats. It supports both DVD-R and DVD-RW formats, allowing users to record, delete, and re-record content as needed. The recorder provides a maximum recording time of up to six hours on a single DVD when using the EP mode, making it convenient for capturing lengthy events such as sports matches or family gatherings.

In terms of video quality, the D-R17DTKB employs advanced encoding technology that ensures high-quality recordings with minimal loss of clarity. Its built-in upscaling feature enhances standard DVDs to near high-definition resolution, improving the overall viewing experience. Additionally, the device supports different recording modes, enabling users to choose between SP for standard quality and LP for longer recordings.

The Toshiba D-R17DTKB also features a user-friendly interface that simplifies the recording process. With its intuitive on-screen menu, users can easily navigate through various settings and options. The device includes a digital tuner, allowing for direct recording from free-to-air television channels. This capability eliminates the need for an external set-top box, streamlining the setup process.

Another impressive characteristic of the D-R17DTKB is its connectivity options. The unit is equipped with a front USB port, enabling users to connect USB storage devices to playback various media files, including video, music, and photos. Additionally, the recorder offers an HDMI output, allowing for a seamless connection to modern televisions, which enhances both video and audio quality.

Finally, the Toshiba D-R17DTKB boasts a reliable build quality and a sleek design, making it a worthy addition to any entertainment center. Whether you need a device for recording daily shows or creating compilations of cherished memories, the Toshiba D-R17DTKB provides a comprehensive solution that combines functionality, quality, and convenience in one package.