Toshiba DVR620KU owner manual Frequently Asked Questions, Can I record to CD-RW/-R?

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Error message

Cause

Solution

Disc Error

• Unplayable disc is inserted in the unit.

• Insert the standardized disc which have

— Please eject the disc. —

• The disc is upside down.

the marks on pages 9-10.

Playback feature may not be available on this disc.

 

• Insert the disc with the labeled side facing up.

Region Error

• Playback is not authorized in the region

• Insert the DVD-video with region codes

— Please eject the disc. —

of the DVD-video which you inserted in

1 or ALL.

Playback is not authorized in your region.

the unit.

 

Parental Lock On

• The current selected parental level

• Check “Parental Lock” setting in

The current selected parental level

prohibits playback.

“Playback” menu (page 89).

prohibits playback.

 

 

Recording Error

• You are trying to record the copy

• You cannot record copy prohibited

This program is not allowed to be recorded.

prohibited program.

programs.

Recording Error

• You are trying to record the copy-once

• Set “Format Mode” to “VR mode”

This program is not recordable in Video

program onto the DVD-RW disc in

(pages 28-29).

mode.

Video mode.

 

Recording Error

• You are trying to record the copy-once

• Insert the DVD-RW disc in VR mode

This program is not recordable in +VR mode.

program.

(ver.1.1 or 1.2 compatible with CPRM).

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the disc

• Insert the recordable disc, and ensure

Cannot record on this disc.

which is unrecordable, or the disc status

the disc status satisfies the recording

 

is unable to record.

requirements (page 9).

 

• The disc is dirty.

• Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.

 

• The disc is damaged.

• Replace the disc.

Recording Error

• You are trying to record the copy-once

• Insert the DVD-RW disc in VR mode

This program is not allowed to be

program onto the DVD-RW disc which

(ver.1.1 or 1.2 compatible with CPRM).

recorded on this disc.

is not compatible with CPRM.

 

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the protected

• Release the disc protect setting in “DVD

This disc is protected and not recordable.

disc which is set in “DVD Menu” menu.

Menu” menu (page 30).

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the disc

• Insert the recordable disc with enough

Disc is full.

which has no space for recording.

recording space.

(No area for new recording)

 

 

Recording Error

You cannot record more than 99 titles on one disc. (The maximum is 99)

You are trying to record onto the DVD-RW/-R on which the number of recording titles comes up to the maximum (99).

• Delete unnecessary titles (pages 72-73).

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the VR mode

• Delete unnecessary chapter marks

You cannot record more than 999 chapters on one disc.

DVD-RW on which the number of recording

(page 78).

(The maximum is 999)

chapters comes up to the maximum (999).

 

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the

• Delete unnecessary titles (pages 72-73).

You cannot record more than 49 titles on one disc.

DVD+RW/+R on which the number of

 

(The maximum is 49)

recording titles comes up to the maximum

 

 

(49).

 

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the DVD+RW

• Delete unnecessary chapter marks

You cannot record more than 254 chapters on one disc.

on which the number of recording

(page 78).

(The maximum is 254)

chapters comes up to the maximum (254).

 

Recording Error

• This disc has no space to write the Control

• Delete unnecessary titles (pages 72-73).

You cannot record on this disc as Control

Information when recording or deleting contents.

 

Information is full.

When editing has been repeatedly performed,

 

 

the control Information area may come up to be

 

 

full even the recording area has enough space.

 

Recording Error

You cannot record on this disc as Power Calibration Area is full.

• When recordings are performed

• Insert a new disc.

repeatedly onto an unstable disc, this

 

area may come up to be full.

 

Every time you insert a disc for recording, the disc’s working area will be taken up. And if you repeat this frequently, it will be used up sooner and you may not be able to record full 49 titles.

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the disc

• Undo the finalizing for this disc

This disc is already finalized.

already finalized.

(page 33).

Recording Error

• You are trying to record onto the

• Set “Make Recording Compatible” to

The disc has no recording compatibility.

unfinalized +VR mode discs recorded

“ON” to rewrite the menu, after that you

Set “Make Recording Compatible” to

on other unit.

will record to disc (page 35).

“ON” to convert the disc.

 

 

*If you are still having trouble with the unit after checking “TROUBLESHOOTING”, write down the error code and the error description for calling our help line to locate an Authorized Service Center.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I record to CD-RW/-R?

Can I play back DVD-video that is bought in another country?

Can I connect the unit to my PC?

Can I program a timer recording with cable/satellite box?

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No, this unit records only DVD.

Possible when the region code of the disc is 1 and All. No, you cannot control the unit by PC.

Yes, you can. Select “L1(Rear)” or “L2(Front)” as your recording channel, and leave the cable/satellite box on (pages 19, 27 and 39-42).

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Contents DVR620KU DKVR60KU EditingSymbol for Class ll Double Insulation PrecautionsAdditional Safety Instructions To Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire PrecautionsLocation and Handling Dew Condensation Warning Installation LocationSupplied Accessories Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and FireCleaning Discs Maintenance ServicingCleaning the Cabinet Cleaning the Disc Lens Disc HandlingContents Contents Features Features DVD-RW DVD+RWRegion Codes Unplayable DiscsColor Systems CD-DA CD-RWRear Panel Functional OverviewFront Panel Introduction ConnectionsFunctional Overview Installing the Batteries in the Remote ControlUsing a Remote Control Open the cover Insert batteriesSetup button OPEN/CLOSE a button DVD modeVCR mode Clear button DVD modeThevcr / DVD Recorder Switching DVD indicatorOn-Screen Display / Menu OFFFile name information Guide to ON-SCREEN Displays and MenusTitle name information First, track name will be displayedMain Menu Display Message Front Panel Display GuideDB HDD TV Connection Overview Connecting to an External TunerConnections Supplied cables used in this connection are as followsConnections Connecting to a TV with an Hdmitm Compatible PortHdmi Video Resolution and Actual Output Signals No supplied cables are used in this connectionConnecting to a TV with Component Video Input Jacks Connecting to a TV with an S-Video Input JackConnecting 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 Digital Audio Connection To set up Hdmi Audio, refer to pages 87To set up Dolby Digital, refer to pages 86 No supplied cables are used in these connectionsChannel Analog Audio Connection RCA audio cable L/R xInitial Setting Proceed to in Clock Setting onPress Setup to exit Setting the ClockClock Setting Use K / L to select calendar or time, then press EnterSettings for the Video Input IntroductionUse K / L to select Format, then press ENTER.DVD Menu Formatting a DiscChoosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New DVD-RW Use K / L to select Format Mode, then press ENTER.DVD MenuUse K / L to select Yes, then press Enter Formatting a DiscReformatting a Disc Manually Formatting is completed.100% is indicatedTo cancel the disc protect Setting a Disc to ProtectPress Setup Use K / L to select DVD Menu, then press Enter Use K / L to select Disc ProtectPlayingthe Discs in Other DVD Players Auto FinalizingFinalizing a Disc Playing the Discs in Other DVD PlayersFinalizing is completed To cancel finalizing DVD-RW only Restrictions on Recording Recording ModeInformation on DVD Recording VideoPress Setup to exit Settings for a RecordingSetting for Auto Chapter Make Recording CompatibleRecording Audio Select XP Settings for a RecordingSetting Aspect Ratio for Video Mode RecordingFollow the steps to record TV programs Press I/y ON/STANDBYPress OPEN/CLOSE a to close the disc tray Align the disc to the disc tray guidePress Stop C to stop recording Basic Recording & ONE-TOUCH Timer RecordingPress REC I to start recording Will be displayed for 5 secondsBefore recording, make sure Timer RecordingGuide to Timer Programming Display If you have not set the clock yetUse K / L to enter the date, then Press Enter when all items are enteredMode Press Timer SET to set a timer Press BTimer Recording To stop the timer recording in progressPriority of Overlapped Settings Hints for Timer RecordingPress Play B, or OPEN/CLOSE a to remove the disc Satellite Link Select whichever the componentSatellite Link External device Settings for AN External DeviceConnection to an External Device Supplied cables used in this connection are as followsRecording from an External Device Settings for AN External DeviceIt takes awhile to load Disc DV Dubbing Guide to DV and On-Screen DisplayDV Dubbing DVC to DVD DubbingRepeat the steps 1 and 2 on DVC to VCR DubbingPress VCR first To stop recording, press Stop CUse K / L to select Recording, then press Enter DVD/VCR DubbingUse K / L to select Dubbing Mode, then press Enter Make sureUse K / L to select DVD VCR, then press Enter DVD/VCR DubbingUse K / L to select VCR DVD, then press Enter VCR to DVDStructure of Disc Contents Information on PlaybackBasic Playback Direct PlaybackBasic Playback Playback from the Title ListFollow steps 1 to 2 in Direct Playback on JpegWhen selecting file Playing Back a DivXDivX5.x, DivX6.0 Official DivX Certified productDivX3.x, DivX4.x Maximum size of imagePress DVD first During playback, press Pause F Using the Title/Disc MenuPause Playback will be paused and sound will be mutedFast Forward / Fast Reverse Playback Special PlaybackResume Playback 40x REVStep by Step Playback Special PlaybackRapid Playback Slow Forward / Slow Reverse PlaybackMarker Setting ZoomWhile viewing a TV broadcast via this unit, press Time Slip Chasing Playback during RecordingDuring recording, press Play B This unit start to record the TV broadcastChapter Simultaneous Playback and RecordingSelected title playback will start To move to for chapter, press BSearch Using Skip j / SkipUsing Display Title/Chapter SearchTime Search SearchAudio CD Repeat Playback Random PlaybackSlide Show Program Playback5Press Play B TOP Menu to display the disc menu Switching SubtitlesSwitching Audio Soundtrack If you press Audio , skip toSelecting the Format of Audio and Video Switching Virtual Surround SystemSwitching Camera Angles Reducing Block NoiseUse K / L to select OFF or ON, then press Enter Adjusting Black LevelUse K / L to select Black Level, then press Enter VisibleInformation on Disc Editing Guide to a Title ListDeleting Titles After the disc is fully recordedYou can delete titles which you do not need anymore Deleting TitlesUse K / L to select Title Delete, then press Enter Title list, original or playlist will appearUse K / L to select Add To Playlist, then press Enter CREATING/DELETING PlaylistAdding Titles to a Playlist Title is added to playlistPlaylist can be deleted if it is no longer needed CREATING/DELETING PlaylistErasing All Playlist EnterEditing Discs Putting Names on TitlesPutting Names on Titles cont’d Editing DiscsGuide to Edit Title Name Press Return Setting Chapter MarksUse Skip H / G Press Return again and then Return or Stop C to exitUse Skip H or Skip G to decide the chapter to be hidden Hiding ChaptersUse K / L to select Hide Chapter, then press Enter Press EnterDisplay Edit menu Deleting a Part of a TitleNames on Titles on page 76 to Follow the steps 1 to 3 in PuttingDeleting a Part of a Title cont’d Use K / L/s / B to select a desired title, then press Enter Dividing a TitlePress DVD Stop mode, press TOP Menu Press Return or Stop C to exitYou can combine two titles into a single title Combining TitlesCombining, then press Enter Two titles will combine into a single titleConfirm the indication OFF ON. Press Enter again Setting or Releasing the Title ProtectionTo protect a whole disc VR mode DVD-RW, DVD+RW/+R only Press Return and then Return or Stop C to exitUse K / L to select Chapter Mark Setting or Clearing All Chapter Marks at OnceUse K / L to select the desired List of the Default Settings Items highlight is the default ContentsList of the Default Settings Normal Output Enhanced Yes Set to the default settingUse K / L to select a desired item, then press Enter General SettingPlayback Press Stop C if you are playing back a discUse the Number buttons to enter the current password General SettingParental Lock Default OFF Playback cont’dAudio Out Subtitle Language Default OFF Disc Menu Language Default EnglishAudio Language Default Original Angle Icon Default onFL Dimmer Default Bright OSD Language Default EnglishScreen Saver Default 10 minutes DisplayDisplay cont’d ChipUse the Number Buttons to enter new access password Canadian French RatingVideo Progressive Default OFFTV Aspect Default 169 Wide Selected itemDivX VOD DivX Subtitle Default OFFDivX Set the DivX subtitleWhen the connected device is not compatible with Format Default RGBSetting RGB Range Default Normal Hdmi Audio Default onSet to OFF when the Hdmi sound is not output Hdmi cont’dSelect Yes using K / L , then press Enter Reset AllReset the setting to default Information on VCR Functions VCR FunctionsTracking Using REC I or Stop C One-touch Timer Recording OTRYou cannot pause the one-touch timer recording VCR FunctionsOther Operations Symptom Remedy TroubleshootingTimer SET Troubleshooting SymptomTroubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Can I record to CD-RW/-R?Language Code Language CodeGlossary Recording SpecificationsGeneral Input / OutputLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Introduction Connections112 EN Memo

DVR620KU specifications

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