Toshiba D-R17DTKB Connection to Power, Installation Location, Moisture Condensation Warning

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A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING

This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations.

This product consists of materials which can be recycled and reused if disassembled by a specialised company.

Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.

Make your contribution to the environment!!!

• Exhausted batteries do not belong in

the dustbin.

• You can dispose of them at a collection

point for exhausted batteries or special

waste.

Important

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

No connection is to be made to the earth terminal of the plug.

If a 13 Amp (BS 1363) Plug is used, a 3 Amp Fuse must be fitted, or if any other type of Plug is used a 3 or 5 Amp Fuse must be fitted, either in the Plug or Adaptor, or on the Distribution Board.

Mains Supply: 220 - 240V 50 Hz - AC only

Do not make any connection to the larger pin marked with the letter “E” or by the symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

Introduction Connections Basic Setup

• Contact your council for details.

For Customer Use:

Carefully read the Model No. and Serial No.

located at the back of the unit and enter the

BLUE

(Neutral)

FUSE

BROWN (Live)

CORD GRIP

information below. Retain this information for

future reference.

Model No. _____________________

Serial No. _____________________

Connection to Power

Before Switching on make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate.

Mains Cord

This appliance may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a nonrewireable plug the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement available from the appliance manufacturer is obtained.

It is important that the colour of the replacement fuse cover corresponds with the rating marking on the base of the plug.

If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions below. The plug removed must be disposed of safely as insertion into a 13A socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. For your own safety read the following instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to mains.

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE=NEUTRAL, BROWN=LIVE

OUTER SHEATH OF THE WIRE

Installation Location

For safety and optimum performance of this unit:

Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position.

Do not place anything directly on top of the unit.

Do not place the unit directly on top of the TV.

Shield the unit from direct sunlight and keep away from sources of intense heat. Avoid dusty or humid locations. Avoid locations with insufficient ventilation for suitable heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of the unit. Avoid locations subject to strong vibration or strong magnetic fields.

Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire

Do not handle the mains cable with wet hands.

Do not pull on the mains cable to disconnect it from AC outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

If, by accident, water is spilled on the unit, unplug the mains cable immediately and take the unit to an authorised service centre for servicing.

Moisture Condensation Warning

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, after heating a cold room, or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use the unit for at least 2 hours to allow the inside to dry.

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Contents R17DTKB On / Standby PrecautionsLaser Safety Power SupplyMoisture Condensation Warning Connection to PowerInstallation Location Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and FireMaintenance About CopyrightDeclaration of Conformity Accessories Supplied Table of Contents Editing FeaturesRecording PlaybackHigh-Definition Multimedia Interface Symbols for Tuner SettingCompatibility OthersDVD-RW DVD+RW Available Gray Not available Cprm compatible disc onlyRegion Codes 10 ENUnplayable Discs Colour SystemsFront Panel Functional OverviewRear Panel 12 ENThis unit does not have an RF modulator Remote Control Installing Batteries in the Remote Control About the Remote Control14 EN Display Menu Guide to On-Screen Displays16 EN Main MenuProgram Play audio CD/video CD only Disc Protect VR mode DVD-RW, DVD+RW/+R disc onlyDelete All Playlists VR mode DVD-RW disc only Random PlayCurrent status of the unit Title / Track and Chapter number Front Panel Display GuideDisplay Messages 18 ENConnecting to a TV ConnectionsCommercially available Scart cable Hdmi Connection Connection to a TV with an Hdmi Compatible Port20 EN Actual Output Modes by MediaAV3 Front Connecting to External Equipment22 EN Connecting to an MD deck or DAT deckDigital Audio for Better Sound Quality After You Have Completed ConnectionsInitial Setting Channel SettingAuto Tuning DVB & Analog Auto Tuning Analog Manual Tuning Analog24 EN Move To Skip a Preset ChannelAuto Tuning DVB After completion, press Setup to exit26 EN Manual Tuning DVBTo Select a Channel Edit ChannelsChanging the Channel Order of the Favourite List Signal InformationPress Setup or RETURN/BACK to exit TV Title ListDigital Teletext Reception Selecting the Audio ModeTV View Operation Selecting the TV Aspect RatioSubtitle DVB Menu SettingPincode Setting for Adult Lock EPG Electronic Programme GuideService Preference Setting About30 EN Enter the date day / month / year using U / D Setting the ClockAuto Clock Setting Manual Clock SettingRestrictions on Recording Recording ModeInformation on DVD Recording Type of DiscsFormatting a Disc Making Discs Playable in Other DVD Players FinaliseChoosing the Recording Format of a Blank DVD-RW Disc 34 EN Setting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode RecordingSetting Auto Chapter Make Recording CompatibleSelect Yes using U / D, then press ENTER/OK VR mode DVD-RWReformatting a Disc Manually Recording Audio Select XP Selecting the Sound ModeSetting External Input Audio Setting Bilingual Recording AudioBasic Recording One-Touch Timer Recording OTR 38 ENTurn on the unit and insert a recordable disc Timer Recording 40 EN To Stop the Timer Recording in ProgressIf the Timer Programming Did Not Complete Correctly PDC Programme Delivery ControlHints for the Timer Recording Timer Recording EPG Satellite Link42 EN Press on / Standby to turn on the unit To Standby Mode is highlightedRecording from External Equipment Settings for External EquipmentSelect a recording mode using REC Mode Connection to External EquipmentFinalising Discs Setting a Disc to ProtectTo cancel the disc protect To cancel finalising DVD-RW disc onlyAuto Finalise 46 ENFinalising is complete Playing Back a DVD-V / Video CD without PBC Function Basic PlaybackHint for DVD Playback Playing Back a DVD-RW / DVD-R / DVD+RW / DVD+R DiscPlaying Back an Audio CD, MP3 or Playing Back a DivX48 EN DivX Subtitle Hint for the purchased or rental official DivXCertified product 50 EN DivX VODYour registration code will appear Playing Back a Disc Using the Title Menu Playing Back Discs Using the Disc Menu52 EN Playing Back a Video CD Using the Title MenuCancelling and Recalling the PBC Function PBC Function for Video CDsSpecial Playback 54 EN Step by Step PlaybackSlow Forward Slow Reverse Playback ZoomTo stop the playback, press Stop C once Marker SetupChasing Playback during Recording Press Play B during recording56 EN Simultaneous Playback RecordingTrack Search Using the Display buttonSearch Title / Chapter SearchRepeat Playback During playback, press Display Select the icon using L / PRepeat / Random / Programme Playback / Slide Show Time SearchSlide Show Select Random Play using U / D, then press ENTER/OKRandom Playback Programme PlaybackSelecting the Format of Audio and Video Switching SubtitlesSwitching Audio Soundtrack Switching Virtual Surround SystemReducing Block Noise Switching Camera AnglesSelect the desired option using U / D, then press ENTER/OK Angle will switch each time you press ENTER/OK62 EN Disc EditingEditing Discs Guide to a Title ListEditing Title Name Deleting TitlesPress RETURN/BACK and then RETURN/BACK or Stop S to exit Setting or Clearing Chapter MarkersGuide to Editing Title Names 64 ENHiding Chapters 66 EN Protecting TitlesDividing a Title Combining TitlesAll Playlists can be deleted if it is no longer needed Adding Titles to a PlaylistDeleting All Playlists Title is added to PlaylistPart of the title is deleted Select Delete using U / D, then press ENTER/OKDeleting Parts of Titles 68 ENFunction Setup 70 EN Items highlight is the default ContentsPlayback Parental Lock Default AllSelect a desired item using U / D, then press ENTER/OK Enter the current password using the Number buttons72 EN Disc Menu Language Default EnglishAudio Language Default Original Select a setting using U / D, then press ENTER/OKTV System Default PAL Subtitle Language Default OFFAngle Icon Default on Still Mode Default AutoDisplay Video74 EN DivX DivX Subtitle Default OFFSet to OFF when the Hdmi sound is not outputted Format Default RGBHdmi Audio Default on RGB Range Default NormalReset All Troubleshooting 78 ENDVD Open / Close O Hdmi 80 ENError message Cause Solution 82 EN Language CodeMP3 GlossaryCprm DTS84 EN SpecificationsE7J70BDEN.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.