Toshiba DR430KU owner manual Features

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FEATURES

This unit not only plays back DVD and CD, but also offers features for you to record on DVD and edit them after that. The following features are offered with this unit.

Recording

This unit is compatible with recording on DVD-RW/+RW

which is recordable repeatedly and DVD-R/+R which accept the additional recordings until the disc becomes full but not overwritable. You can choose either one for your convenience.

Up to 12 program recording:

You can program the unit to record up to 12 programs, within a month in advance. Daily or weekly program recordings are also available.

One-touch timer recording (OTR):

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 recording automatically stops when the recording time you set is reached.

DV dubbing:

This function helps you to easily dub the contents of the DVC (digital video camcorder) to DVD.

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 L2 jacks only).

Automatic chapter mark setting:

Chapter marks will be put on recordings as you set before attempting to record.

Automatic title menu making:

The unit creates title menu automatically when finalizing discs.

Automatic playlist making:

The unit creates a playlist automatically after recording VR mode DVD-RW.

Automatic title finalizing:

For video mode DVD-RW/-R and DVD+R recording, you can finalize discs automatically after finishing all timer recordings or at the end of the disc space if you set this in the main menu.

Playback

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 can 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.

Virtual surround system:

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

Playing back MP3/JPEG files:

You can enjoy MP3/JPEG files which are recorded on CD-RW/-R or a USB device.

Editing

Deleting titles:

You can delete titles which you do not need anymore.

Setting or clearing chapter marks:

You can set or clear chapter marks on titles.

Hiding chapters:

To keep others from playing back some chapters without permission, you can hide chapters.

Deleting parts of titles:

You can delete a specific part of a title.

Dividing or combining titles:

You can divide or combine a title.

Editing title names:

You can change the title name you prefer.

Compatibility

Available for playing back discs on a regular DVD player: Recorded discs can be played back on regular DVD players, including computer DVD drives compatible with DVD-video playback. Although DVD+RW/+R are playable on other units without finalization in most cases, it is recommended to finalize in order to stabilize the performance.

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.

HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)

You can enjoy clearer audio/video output when connecting this unit to a display device with an HDMI-compatible port.

Symbols Used in this Owner’s Manual

To specify for what disc type each function is, we put the following symbols at the beginning of each item to operate.

Symbol Description

For Recording, Playing Back, and Editing

Description refers to DVD-RW in video mode

Description refers to DVD-RW in VR mode

Description refers to DVD-R in video mode

Description refers to DVD+RW Description refers to DVD+R

For Playback only

Description refers to DVD-video

Description refers to audio CD

Description refers to CD-RW/-R and USB device with MP3 files

Description refers to CD-RW/-R and USB device with JPEG files

If you do not find any of the symbols listed above under the function heading, the operation is applicable to all media.

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Contents Editing Basic SetupIntroduction Connections Additional Safety Instructions PrecautionsSymbol for Class ll Double Insulation Precautions Avoid a place with drastic temperature changesTo Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Location and HandlingInstallation Location Supplied AccessoriesDew Condensation Warning Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and FireMaintenance Servicing IR Signal CheckCleaning the Cabinet Cleaning DiscsContents Contents Features Features Region Codes Unplayable DiscsColor Systems Rear Panel Functional OverviewFront Panel Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control Using a Remote ControlFunctional Overview Open the cover Insert batteriesSetup button REC Mode buttonTimer PROG. button Input Select buttonOn-Screen Display / Menu Guide to ON-SCREEN Displays and Menus Main MenuWhen an Audio CD is inserted When a Jpeg / MP3 disc is insertedFinalize MusicFront Panel Display Guide Display MessageTitle / track and chapter mark Current status of the unitConnecting to an External Tuner ConnectionsTV Connection Overview Supplied cables used in this connection are as followsHdmi Video Resolution and Actual Output Signals ConnectionsNo supplied cables are used in this connection Copyright protection systemConnecting to a TV with Component Video Input jacks Connecting to a TV with an S-Video Input JackConnecting to a TV with Audio / Video Input Jacks Connecting to a TV without Audio / Video Input JacksTo set up Hdmi Audio, refer to pages 82 To set up Dolby Digital, refer to pages 81Digital Audio Connection No supplied cables are used in these connectionsChannel Analog Audio Connection Input jacksInitial Setting Proceed to in Clock Setting onNecessary connections, press Turn on your TVSetting the Clock Clock SettingPress Setup to exit Use K / L to select calendar or time, then press EnterSettings for the Video Input EnterFormatting a Disc Choosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New DVD-RWIf you want to cancel formatting, select No Formatting a DiscReformatting a Disc Manually Formatting is completedSetting a Disc to Protect To cancel the disc protectUse K / L to select DVD Menu, then press Enter Use K / L to select Yes, then press EnterUse K / L to select ON, then press Enter General Setting menu will appearAuto Finalizing Press Setup Playing the Discs in Other DVD PlayersFinalizing a Disc Players Finalizing may take several minutes up to an hour32 EN Recording Mode Information on DVD RecordingRestrictions on Recording VideoSettings for a Recording Setting for Auto ChapterPress Setup to exit Make Recording CompatibleSettings for a Recording Setting Aspect Ratio for Video ModeRecording Audio Select XP RecordingPress REC Mode repeatedly to Select a recording mode PressWill be displayed for 5 seconds Refer to Guide to a Title List onG. DVD+R/DVD-RW/-R RecordingTimer Recording Guide to Timer Programming DisplayBefore recording, make sure If you have not set the clock yetTimer Recording Use K / L to select a recording modePress Enter when all items are entered To exit, press Timer PROG. or SetupTo stop the timer recording in progress Hints for Timer Recording Priority of Overlapped SettingsPreparation on this unit Satellite LinkPress Stop CPress Satellite Link Settings for AN External Device Connection to an External DeviceSettings for AN External Device Recording from an External DeviceExternal device is connected. L1, L2 or DVL3 Press Cstop on the unit to stop recordingDV Dubbing Guide to DV and On-Screen DisplayDV Dubbing DVC to DVD DubbingDV-IN Press DisplayDV Dubbing Structure of Disc Contents Information on PlaybackBasic Playback Direct PlaybackPress OPEN/CLOSE a to close the disc tray Press Stop C once to stopBasic Playback Playback from the Title ListUse K / L to select Play From Start, then press EnterPlaying Back an Audio CD and a CD-RW/-R with MP3/JPEG files Follow steps 1 to 2 in DirectPlayback on PressL, then press Enter Playing Back a USB Device with MP3 / Jpeg filesStop mode, plug your USB flash Memory Using the Title/Disc Menu PauseDuring playback, press Pause F Playback will be paused and sound will be mutedSpecial Playback Resume PlaybackSkipping TV Commercials During Playback Fast Forward / Fast Reverse PlaybackSpecial Playback Rapid PlaybackStep by Step Playback Slow Forward / Slow Reverse PlaybackMarker Setting ZoomChasing Playback during Recording During recording, press Play BWhile viewing a TV broadcast via this unit, press Time Slip This unit start to record the TV broadcastOnce to stop playback Simultaneous Playback and RecordingChapter Using Skip j / Skip Using DisplaySearch Title/Chapter SearchAudio CD SearchTime Search Repeat Playback Random Playback5Press Play B REPEAT/RANDOM/PROGRAM PLAYBACK/SLIDE ShowProgram Playback Switching Subtitles Switching Audio SoundtrackTOP Menu to display the disc menu If you press Audio , skip toSwitching Virtual Surround System Switching Camera AnglesSelecting the Format of Audio and Video Reducing Block NoiseAdjusting Black Level Your setting will be activatedUse K / L to select Black Level, then press Enter Use K / L to select OFF or ON, then press EnterInformation on Disc Editing Guide to a Title ListDeleting Titles After the disc is fully recordedDelete You can record You cannot New title RecordVR mode DVD-RW original Deleting TitlesTitle, then press Enter Use K / L to select Title Delete, then press EnterCREATING/DELETING Playlist Adding Titles to a PlaylistUse K / L to select Add To Playlist, then press Enter Title is added to playlistErasing All Playlist Main menu will appear.Press SetupCREATING/DELETING Playlist Editing Discs Putting Names on TitlesStop C to exit Press Return and then Return orGuide to Edit Title Name Editing DiscsPutting Names on Titles cont’d Setting Chapter Marks Maximum numbers of chapter for each DVD VR mode DVD+VR mode DVD AddHiding Chapters Stop mode, press TOP MenuUse K / L to select Edit, then press Enter After this operation is completedDeleting a Part of a Title Names on Titles on page 71 toDisplay Edit menu Follow the steps 1 to 3 in PuttingPress Return and then Return or Stop C to exit Deleting a Part of a Title cont’dUse K / L to select Delete then press Enter Dividing a Title Use K / L/s / B to select a desired title, then press EnterCombining Titles MenuUse K / L to select Title Combining, then press Enter Follow the steps 1 to 3 in Dividing aSetting or Releasing the Title Protection To protect a whole disc VR mode DVD-RW, DVD+RW/+R onlyUse K / L to select Protect, then press Enter OFF ON. Press Enter againSetting or Clearing All Chapter Marks at Once Use K / L to select Chapter Mark, then press EnterUse K / L to select the desired interval, then press Enter If you select OFF at , all the chapter marks are erasedList of the Default Settings Items highlight is the defaultList of the Default Settings General Setting PlaybackUse K / L to select a desired item, then press Enter Press Stop C if you are playing back a discGeneral Setting Parental Lock Default OFFUse the Number buttons to enter the current password Playback cont’dEditing Function Setup Others Audio OutDisc Menu Language Default English Audio Language Default OriginalSubtitle Language Default OFF Angle Icon Default onOSD Language Default English Screen Saver Default 10 minutesFL Dimmer Default Bright DisplayUse the Number Buttons to enter new access password Use K / L to select a desired item, then press EnterMpaa Rating Canadian English RatingWhen you finish with the setting Press Setup to exit Progressive Default OFFTV Aspect Default 169 Wide VideoUse K / L to select HDMI, then press Enter When you finish with the setting, press Setup to exitFormat Default RGB Hdmi Audio Default on RGB Range Default NormalHdmi CEC Default OFF Hdmi cont’dReset All Use K / L to select Reset All, then press EnterSelect Yes using K / L , then press Reset the setting to defaultTroubleshooting PowerRemote control PictureTroubleshooting Recording / Timer recording / EditingOPEN/CLOSE a to take out the disc. The disc canceled during Repairing process MAY not workOthers You press OPEN/CLOSE aFrequently Asked Questions Can I record to CD-RW/-R?Language Code Language CodeGlossary Specifications GeneralRecording Input / OutputLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty LPLWHG2QH  HDUDUUDQW\RQ3DUWVDQG/DERXU102 EN Memo
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The Toshiba DR430 is a multifunctional digital video recorder that has garnered attention in the market for its versatile capabilities and user-friendly features. This device stands out due to its ability to deliver high-quality recording and playback while seamlessly integrating with various media formats.

One of the notable features of the Toshiba DR430 is its ability to record directly to DVD or an internal hard drive. This dual recording option provides users flexibility in managing their content. The built-in hard drive allows for ample storage capacity, making it convenient to save multiple hours of programming without the need for physical media. Users can effortlessly archive their favorite shows or movies directly onto DVDs, which is essential for those who prefer having a physical backup of their recordings.

The Toshiba DR430 also boasts advanced video quality technology, allowing for recording in various resolutions including standard and high definition. This ensures that users have the best possible viewing experience, whether they are watching their favorite sitcom or an action-packed movie. The device employs Progressive Scan technology which provides a smoother and sharper image during playback, elevating the overall viewing experience.

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Connectivity options are another strong point of the Toshiba DR430. It is equipped with multiple input and output ports, including HDMI, composite, and component video outputs, ensuring compatibility with a variety of televisions and home theater systems. This versatility allows users to integrate the device into their existing setup with minimal hassle.

In summary, the Toshiba DR430 is an ideal choice for those looking for a reliable and efficient digital video recorder. With its dual recording capabilities, exceptional video quality technologies, user-friendly interface, and robust connectivity options, it meets the demands of modern entertainment preferences, catering to both casual viewers and serious media consumers alike. Whether archiving content or enjoying live television, the Toshiba DR430 delivers on multiple fronts, making it a valuable addition to any home.
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