Toshiba D-VR3SG owner manual Problems and Solutions VCR

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Troubleshooting

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You cannot use the operation or function due to one of the following reasons:

(1) Your DVD disc does not support the feature (for example, angles)

the screen.

(2) You've requested a title, chapter, or scan time that is out of the correct range.

 

 

 

Play mode settings

The disc does not support all the selected functions.

are different from the

In this case, some settings you configure on the Setting menu may not work properly.

settings configured

 

with the Setting menu.

 

 

 

Cannot change the

Aspect ratio is fixed for DVD disc.

aspect ratio.

 

 

 

No audio output.

Check whether you selected correct digital output options in the Audio Output Options

menu.

 

 

 

No video or audio out-

Did you move your DVD Recorder-VCR suddenly from a cold place to a warm place?

put. The disc tray is

In this case, remove discs and wait for one to two hours with the power on, and then,

ejected after 2 to 5 sec-

insert the disc and try to playback again. It will work properly when condensation is

onds.

removed.

 

 

Angle operation does

Angle operation is available only when the disc contains the images captured at

not work during play-

different angles.

back of a DVD disc.

 

The disc revolves,

• Check whether there is damage or foreign materials on your disc.

but no image or bad

• Some discs with bad manufacturing quality may not be played back.

quality images are

• If the scene changes from dark to bright suddenly, the screen

output.

may jitter temporarily, but it is not a defect.

 

 

Desired sound

Sound languages and subtitle languages are disc-specific.

language and

Only the sound and subtitle languages contained on a DVD disc are

subtitle language

available and displayed on the disc menu.

are not played.

 

 

 

The remote control

• Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on your DVD recorder-VCR.

doesn't work.

Operate within distance. (15ft)

Remove obstacles between your DVD Recorder-VCR and remote control.

 

 

• Check whether the batteries are depleted.

 

 

Other problems

• Read the table of contents and then find and read the sections

describing your problem, and follow the directions given.

 

 

• Turn the unit off and on.

 

• If your problem still persists, contact your nearest Toshiba service center.

 

 

Reference

Problems and Solutions (VCR)

Before contacting a Toshiba authorized service center, perform the following simple checks.

Problem

Explanation/Solution

 

 

No power

‹ Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet.

 

‹ Have you pressed the ON/STANDBY button?

 

 

You cannot insert a video cassette

‹ A video cassette can only be inserted with the window

 

side up and the safety tab facing you.

The television program was not recorded ‹ Check the DVD Recorder-VCR antenna connections.

‹Is the DVD Recorder-VCR tuner properly set?

‹Check if the safety tab is intact on the cassette.

Timer recording was unsuccessful ‹ Re-check the recording start/stop time settings and the current time

‹Check whether you insert a tape which has enough time record

No playback picture or the picture ‹ Check to see if you are using a prerecorded tape. is distorted

You cannot see normal broadcasts ‹ Check the TUNER/EXTERNAL setting. It should be on TUNER.

‹Check the TV antenna connections.

Noise bars or streaks on playback ‹ Press the PROG/TRK ( / ) buttons to minimize this effect.

When the II button is pressed

‹ A still picture may have “noise bars”, depending on the

during playback, the still picture

condition of the tape. Press the PROG/TRK ( / ) buttons

has severe “noise bar” streaks

during SLOW motion to minimize this effect.

 

 

Video Head Cleaning

‹ If poor pictures appear on a variety of cassettes, the video

 

heads may need cleaning. This is not a common problem

 

and unless it appears, the heads should not be cleaned.

 

When cleaning the video heads, read all instructions

 

provided with the head cleaning cassette. Incorrect head

 

cleaning can permanently damage the video heads.

If you are unable to solve the problem after reading the above instructions, note:

‹The model and serial number on the rear of your DVD Recorder-VCR

‹The warranty information

‹A clear description of the problem

Then contact your nearest TOSHIBA authorized service center.

Reference

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Contents VR3SG English PrecautionImportant Safety Instructions Getting StartedDisc Handling Maintenance of CabinetDisc Specifications Handling CautionsCopy Protection Contents Time Slip and Picture In Picture PIP General FeaturesCreating DVD-Video title using DVD-RW/DVD-R disc Variety of Recording OptionsDVDBefore Reading User’s Manual How to use the DVD Recorder-VCRFront Panel Display StartedRear Panel Playback-related Buttons Search, Skip, Stop, Play/Still Tour of the Remote ControlQuick Overview ConnectionsAV1EURO AV By means of 21-pin Scart Cable Connecting the Scart CableAccessories UnpackingMethod 1 Connecting to your TV Connecting the Video CableAV2 in By means of 21-pin Scart Cable Method 2 Connecting a Camcorder to the DV in jack Connecting External DevicesOnnectionsC Setting the Remote Control Preparing Remote ControlSystem Setup Plug & Auto SetupOn-Screen Menu Navigation Presetting the Stations Automatically Setting the Date TimePresetting the Stations Clearing a Preset StationSelect Manual Setup Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode B/G-D/K Changing the Preset Manual Setup TableSelect TV System Audio Setting the VCR Output ChannelSetting Up Language FeaturesDisc Menu SubtitleUse Dynamic Compression Setting Up the Audio OptionsOn-Screen Menu Digital Output3D Noise Reduction Off Normal Setting Up the Parental ControlDisplayVideo Options TV AspectAbout the Change Password VCR SettingSetup Selection the Colour ModeIntelligent Picture Control IPC Set Front Display Front DisplayPlaying a Disc Before PlayingPlayback Skip Functions Using the SearchSlow Motion Play About Quick Using Repeat Play For DVD-VIDEO/DVD-RAM/DVDRepeat Play Moving to a Scene Directly Using the A-B Repeat FunctionSelecting the Subtitle & Audio Language Selecting the Audio language Using BookmarksSetting a book mark Playing Back a Bookmark Changing the Camera AngleZooming-In Using the Disc and Top MenuCheck Remaining Time Audio CD Cdda Screen Elements Play Option ModeTo change repeat mode Playing Back an Audio CD CddaPhoto CD Playback When using a combination MP3/JPEG discRepeat Mode will be highlighted To Program TracksPlaying back an MP3 Using PIPButtons on the Remote Control Switching between the PIP and main screensPlaying the VCR Tracking Special VCR Playback FeaturesBefore Recording Variable Search SystemRecording Add Recording Time Using the ShowView FeatureStart Recording Activate OTRSet timer recording option Using the TimerModifying ShowView Programming Editing the settings for a timer recording Deleting a Timer ProgrammingEdit and Delete items are displayed Select ShowView Extend Recording From External DevicesShowView Extend Select ProgrammeBasic VCR Recording Special Recording Record Speed FeaturesRecording through a DV jack Direct copy VCR to DVD Copy to DVD or VCRVCR to DVD Direct copy DVD to VCREditing Viewing the Menu Functions for a DiscNo Disc Record List edit items Viewing Title ListDeleting a Title List Entry Renaming a Title List EntryControl From Title List Locking a Title List EntryCreating a Playlist Entry Renaming Playlist Entries Editing a Playlist EntryEditing Scene for a Playlist Entry DitingAdding a Scene Modifying a Scene Replacing a ScenePlaying a Desired Scene Moving a SceneInsert the recorded disc and the tape Copying a Playlist Entry to the VCRDeleting a Scene from Playlist Want to delete, and then press the OK buttonFollow these directions to give a name to a disc Disc ManagerEditing Disc Name Disc ProtectionCartridge Protect Info DVD-RAM Delete All Title ListsFinalising a disc Troubleshooting TroubleshootingReference Problems and Solutions VCR Audio Output SpecificationsGeneral Input
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