Toshiba DVR620KU owner manual Troubleshooting, Symptom Remedy, Timer SET

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Before requesting service for this unit, check the table below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation.

 

Symptom

Remedy

 

The power does not turn on.

• Check that the AC power cord is connected securely.

 

 

• Check the breaker (in case of power failure).

 

 

• Press [TIMER SET] to cancel the timer standby mode.

 

 

There is no picture.

Re-connect the connecting cords securely.

 

 

• Check if the connecting cords are damaged.

 

 

• Check the connection to your TV (page 19-22).

 

 

• Check if the progressive scan mode is set correctly according to your TV

 

 

(page 95).

 

 

• Switch the input selector on your TV (such as to “L1”) so that the signal

 

 

from the unit appears on the TV screen.

 

 

Cannot record a TV program.

• This unit does not have a tuner to receive TV broadcasting.

 

 

• You must connect this unit to an external tuner to record TV programs

 

 

(page 19).

 

 

TV program pictures are distorted.

• Check if all the connections are made correctly (page 19).

 

 

Playback picture is distorted.

• Keep the device which may cause electrical disturbances, such as a

 

 

cellular phone, away.

 

 

Playback picture or TV program from

• If the playback picture output from a DVD player, VCR or tuner goes

 

the device connected through the unit

through the unit before reaching your TV, the copy-protection signal

 

is distorted.

applied to some programs could affect picture quality. Disconnect the

 

 

playback device in question and connect it directly to your TV.

 

 

There is no sound.

Re-connect all connections securely.

 

 

• Check if the connecting cord is damaged.

 

 

• Check the connections to the amplifier input.

 

 

• Check if the input device setting on the amplifier is correct.

 

 

• When the unit is in pause mode or in slow-motion playback mode,

 

 

sound is not output. This is not a malfunction.

D

 

• When the unit is in fast forward or fast reverse mode, sound is not

V

 

output. This is not a malfunction.

 

• If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

D

 

 

(COAXIAL) jack, check the setting in “Audio Out” (page 90).

 

• While the setup menu or timer programming display is shown, or while

 

the screen saver is active, the audio is muted.

 

V

 

No DTS sound on digital output.

• Change the setting menu for “DTS” to “ON”.

C

 

 

 

 

 

No DTS sound from analog output

• This unit has no analog sound output when playing back the selected

R

 

DTS sound mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nothing was recorded even though

• There was a power failure during recording.

 

you set the timer setting correctly.

• The unit’s internal clock stopped due to a power failure that lasted for

 

 

more than 30 seconds. Reset the clock (page 26).

 

 

• The program contains copy protection signals that restricts copying.

 

 

• The timer setting overlapped with another setting that has priority.

 

 

Timer recording does not start.

• No disc is inserted.

 

 

• A disc is not recordable (finalized DVD-RW/-R, finalized DVD+R, a fully

 

 

recorded disc, etc.).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Timer recording is not complete or did

• The timer setting overlapped with another setting that has priority

 

not start from the beginning.

(page 42).

 

 

• Disc space was not enough.

 

 

• “Make Recording Compatible“ is not set to “ON”, when recording onto

 

 

DVD+RW/+R that was recorded on other unit.

 

 

Timer recording is impossible.

 

 

 

• Make sure

 

appears on the front panel display of this unit. If not, press

 

 

[TIMER SET].

 

 

The remote control does not function.

• Batteries are weak.

 

 

• There are obstacles between the remote control and the unit.

 

 

• The remote control is far from the unit.

 

 

• There are no batteries in the remote control.

 

 

• Check if the unit is turned on.

 

 

• The remote control is not pointed at the infrared sensor window on the unit.

 

 

• Press [DVD] or [VCR], whichever you need. Then, try again.

 

 

• Press [TIMER SET] to cancel the timer standby mode.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The unit does not operate properly.

• When static electricity, etc., causes the unit to operate abnormally,

 

 

unplug the unit and then plug it in again.

 

 

 

 

 

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Disc Introduction Connections Basic Setup Management Recording Playback Editing Function Setup VCR Function Others

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Contents Editing DVR620KU DKVR60KUSymbol for Class ll Double Insulation PrecautionsAdditional Safety Instructions To Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire PrecautionsLocation and Handling Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Installation LocationSupplied Accessories Dew Condensation WarningCleaning the Disc Lens Disc Handling Maintenance ServicingCleaning the Cabinet Cleaning DiscsContents Contents Features DVD-RW DVD+RW FeaturesCD-DA CD-RW Unplayable DiscsColor Systems Region CodesIntroduction Connections Functional OverviewFront Panel Rear PanelOpen the cover Insert batteries Installing the Batteries in the Remote ControlUsing a Remote Control Functional OverviewClear button DVD mode OPEN/CLOSE a button DVD modeVCR mode Setup buttonDVD indicator Thevcr / DVD Recorder SwitchingOFF On-Screen Display / MenuFirst, track name will be displayed Guide to ON-SCREEN Displays and MenusTitle name information File name informationMain Menu Display Message Front Panel Display GuideDB HDD Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows Connecting to an External TunerConnections TV Connection OverviewNo supplied cables are used in this connection Connecting to a TV with an Hdmitm Compatible PortHdmi Video Resolution and Actual Output Signals ConnectionsConnecting to a TV with an S-Video Input Jack Connecting to a TV with Component Video Input JacksConnecting to a TV without Audio / Video Input Jacks Connecting to a TV with Audio / Video Input JacksRCA audio cable L/R x RCA video cable x No supplied cables are used in these connections To set up Hdmi Audio, refer to pages 87To set up Dolby Digital, refer to pages 86 Digital Audio ConnectionRCA audio cable L/R x Channel Analog Audio ConnectionProceed to in Clock Setting on Initial SettingUse K / L to select calendar or time, then press Enter Setting the ClockClock Setting Press Setup to exitIntroduction Settings for the Video InputUse K / L to select Format Mode, then press ENTER.DVD Menu Formatting a DiscChoosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New DVD-RW Use K / L to select Format, then press ENTER.DVD MenuFormatting is completed.100% is indicated Formatting a DiscReformatting a Disc Manually Use K / L to select Yes, then press EnterUse K / L to select Disc Protect Setting a Disc to ProtectPress Setup Use K / L to select DVD Menu, then press Enter To cancel the disc protectAuto Finalizing Playingthe Discs in Other DVD PlayersFinalizing a Disc Playing the Discs in Other DVD PlayersFinalizing is completed To cancel finalizing DVD-RW only Video Recording ModeInformation on DVD Recording Restrictions on RecordingMake Recording Compatible Settings for a RecordingSetting for Auto Chapter Press Setup to exitRecording Settings for a RecordingSetting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode Recording Audio Select XPAlign the disc to the disc tray guide Press I/y ON/STANDBYPress OPEN/CLOSE a to close the disc tray Follow the steps to record TV programsWill be displayed for 5 seconds Basic Recording & ONE-TOUCH Timer RecordingPress REC I to start recording Press Stop C to stop recordingIf you have not set the clock yet Timer RecordingGuide to Timer Programming Display Before recording, make surePress B Press Enter when all items are enteredMode Press Timer SET to set a timer Use K / L to enter the date, thenTo stop the timer recording in progress Timer RecordingPriority of Overlapped Settings Hints for Timer RecordingPress Play B, or OPEN/CLOSE a to remove the disc Select whichever the component Satellite LinkSatellite Link Supplied cables used in this connection are as follows Settings for AN External DeviceConnection to an External Device External deviceRecording from an External Device Settings for AN External DeviceIt takes awhile to load Disc Guide to DV and On-Screen Display DV DubbingDVC to DVD Dubbing DV DubbingTo stop recording, press Stop C DVC to VCR DubbingPress VCR first Repeat the steps 1 and 2 onMake sure DVD/VCR DubbingUse K / L to select Dubbing Mode, then press Enter Use K / L to select Recording, then press EnterVCR to DVD DVD/VCR DubbingUse K / L to select VCR DVD, then press Enter Use K / L to select DVD VCR, then press EnterInformation on Playback Structure of Disc ContentsDirect Playback Basic PlaybackPlayback from the Title List Basic PlaybackJpeg Follow steps 1 to 2 in Direct Playback onPlaying Back a DivX When selecting fileMaximum size of image Official DivX Certified productDivX3.x, DivX4.x DivX5.x, DivX6.0Playback will be paused and sound will be muted Using the Title/Disc MenuPause Press DVD first During playback, press Pause F40x REV Special PlaybackResume Playback Fast Forward / Fast Reverse PlaybackSlow Forward / Slow Reverse Playback Special PlaybackRapid Playback Step by Step PlaybackZoom Marker SettingThis unit start to record the TV broadcast Chasing Playback during RecordingDuring recording, press Play B While viewing a TV broadcast via this unit, press Time SlipTo move to for chapter, press B Simultaneous Playback and RecordingSelected title playback will start ChapterTitle/Chapter Search Using Skip j / SkipUsing Display SearchTime Search SearchAudio CD Random Playback Repeat PlaybackSlide Show Program Playback5Press Play B If you press Audio , skip to Switching SubtitlesSwitching Audio Soundtrack TOP Menu to display the disc menuReducing Block Noise Switching Virtual Surround SystemSwitching Camera Angles Selecting the Format of Audio and VideoVisible Adjusting Black LevelUse K / L to select Black Level, then press Enter Use K / L to select OFF or ON, then press EnterGuide to a Title List Information on Disc EditingAfter the disc is fully recorded Deleting TitlesTitle list, original or playlist will appear Deleting TitlesUse K / L to select Title Delete, then press Enter You can delete titles which you do not need anymoreTitle is added to playlist CREATING/DELETING PlaylistAdding Titles to a Playlist Use K / L to select Add To Playlist, then press EnterEnter CREATING/DELETING PlaylistErasing All Playlist Playlist can be deleted if it is no longer neededPutting Names on Titles Editing DiscsPutting Names on Titles cont’d Editing DiscsGuide to Edit Title Name Press Return again and then Return or Stop C to exit Setting Chapter MarksUse Skip H / G Press ReturnPress Enter Hiding ChaptersUse K / L to select Hide Chapter, then press Enter Use Skip H or Skip G to decide the chapter to be hiddenFollow the steps 1 to 3 in Putting Deleting a Part of a TitleNames on Titles on page 76 to Display Edit menuDeleting a Part of a Title cont’d Press Return or Stop C to exit Dividing a TitlePress DVD Stop mode, press TOP Menu Use K / L/s / B to select a desired title, then press EnterTwo titles will combine into a single title Combining TitlesCombining, then press Enter You can combine two titles into a single titlePress Return and then Return or Stop C to exit Setting or Releasing the Title ProtectionTo protect a whole disc VR mode DVD-RW, DVD+RW/+R only Confirm the indication OFF ON. Press Enter againUse K / L to select Chapter Mark Setting or Clearing All Chapter Marks at OnceUse K / L to select the desired Items highlight is the default Contents List of the Default SettingsNormal Output Enhanced Yes Set to the default setting List of the Default SettingsPress Stop C if you are playing back a disc General SettingPlayback Use K / L to select a desired item, then press EnterPlayback cont’d General SettingParental Lock Default OFF Use the Number buttons to enter the current passwordAudio Out Angle Icon Default on Disc Menu Language Default EnglishAudio Language Default Original Subtitle Language Default OFFDisplay OSD Language Default EnglishScreen Saver Default 10 minutes FL Dimmer Default BrightChip Display cont’dCanadian French Rating Use the Number Buttons to enter new access passwordSelected item Progressive Default OFFTV Aspect Default 169 Wide VideoSet the DivX subtitle DivX Subtitle Default OFFDivX DivX VODWhen the connected device is not compatible with Format Default RGBSetting Hdmi cont’d Hdmi Audio Default onSet to OFF when the Hdmi sound is not output RGB Range Default NormalSelect Yes using K / L , then press Enter Reset AllReset the setting to default Information on VCR Functions VCR FunctionsTracking VCR Functions One-touch Timer Recording OTRYou cannot pause the one-touch timer recording Using REC I or Stop COther Operations Symptom Remedy TroubleshootingTimer SET Symptom TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Can I record to CD-RW/-R? Frequently Asked QuestionsLanguage Code Language CodeGlossary Input / Output SpecificationsGeneral RecordingLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyIntroduction Connections Limited Warranty112 EN Memo

DVR620KU specifications

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In terms of connectivity, the DVR620KU is designed to be user-friendly. It features composite video inputs and outputs, S-video connections, and even an HDMI output. The inclusion of HDMI allows for a direct, high-quality link to modern TVs, providing enhanced video and audio output. The device also includes USB ports for easy file transfer, enabling users to share recorded content with other devices effortlessly.

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Overall, the Toshiba DVR620KU stands out for its robust performance, user-friendly features, and advanced recording capabilities, making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to elevate their home entertainment experience.