Toshiba DVR620 owner manual Features

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FEATURES

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

Recording

DVD mode VCR mode

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. Also, this unit allows you to record to the cassette tape.

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.

Dubbing mode:

You can copy a DVD to a cassette tape or copy a cassette tape to a DVD. This function will be possible only if the DVD or a cassette tape is not copy protected. You cannot record on a cassette tape when its erase-protection tab is removed.

DV dubbing:

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

Left channel stereo recording:

This unit can record the sound of the left channel monaural input as left and right channels automatically.

Automatic chapter mark setting:

DVD mode

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.

Editing

Deleting titles:

DVD mode

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

DVD mode

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

DVD mode

 

VCR mode

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.

Playback

Theater surround sound in your home:

DVD mode

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/WMA/JPEG/DivX® files:

You can enjoy MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX® files which are recorded on CD-RW/-R.

DivX® files can also be recorded on DVD-RW/-R and DVD+RW/+R.

Quick search for what you want to watch:

VCR mode

You can go to a specific point on a cassette tape by entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

You can easily find the part you want to watch using the index search/time search functions. An index mark will be assigned at the beginning of each recording you make. For time search function, you can go to a specific point on a cassette tape by entering the exact amount of time you wish to skip.

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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

Description refers to VHS tapes

Use only cassettes marked VHS ().

For Playback only

Description refers to DVD-video

Description refers to audio CD

Description refers to CD-RW/-R with MP3 files

Description refers to CD-RW/-R with WMA files

Description refers to CD-RW/-R with JPEG files

Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R and CD-RW/-R with DivX® 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 DVR620KU EditingAdditional Safety Instructions PrecautionsSymbol for Class ll Double Insulation Location and Handling PrecautionsTo Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire Installation Location Supplied AccessoriesDew Condensation Warning Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and FireMaintenance Servicing Cleaning the CabinetCleaning Discs Cleaning the Disc Lens Disc HandlingContents Contents Features Features DVD-RW DVD+RWUnplayable Discs Color SystemsRegion Codes CD-DA CD-RWFunctional Overview Front PanelRear Panel Introduction ConnectionsInstalling the Batteries in the Remote Control Using a Remote ControlFunctional Overview Open the cover Insert batteriesOPEN/CLOSE a button DVD mode VCR modeSetup button Clear button DVD modeThevcr / DVD Recorder Switching DVD indicatorOn-Screen Display / Menu OFFGuide to ON-SCREEN Displays and Menus Title name informationFile name information First, track name will be displayedMain Menu DB HDD Front Panel Display GuideDisplay Message Connecting to an External Tuner ConnectionsTV Connection Overview Supplied cables used in this connection are as followsConnecting to a TV with an Hdmitm Compatible Port Hdmi Video Resolution and Actual Output SignalsConnections 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 JackRCA audio cable L/R x RCA video cable x Connecting to a TV with Audio / Video Input JacksConnecting to a TV without Audio / Video Input Jacks To set up Hdmi Audio, refer to pages 87 To set up Dolby Digital, refer to pages 86Digital Audio Connection No supplied cables are used in these connectionsChannel Analog Audio Connection RCA audio cable L/R xInitial Setting Proceed to in Clock Setting onSetting the Clock Clock SettingPress Setup to exit Use K / L to select calendar or time, then press EnterSettings for the Video Input IntroductionFormatting a Disc Choosing the Recording Format of a Brand-New DVD-RWUse K / L to select Format, then press ENTER.DVD Menu Use K / L to select Format Mode, then press ENTER.DVD MenuFormatting a Disc Reformatting a Disc ManuallyUse K / L to select Yes, then press Enter Formatting is completed.100% is indicatedSetting a Disc to Protect Press Setup Use K / L to select DVD Menu, then press EnterTo cancel the disc protect Use K / L to select Disc ProtectPlayingthe Discs in Other DVD Players Auto FinalizingFinalizing is completed Playing the Discs in Other DVD PlayersFinalizing a Disc To cancel finalizing DVD-RW only 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 I/y ON/STANDBY Press OPEN/CLOSE a to close the disc trayFollow the steps to record TV programs Align the disc to the disc tray guideBasic Recording & ONE-TOUCH Timer Recording Press REC I to start recordingPress Stop C to stop recording Will be displayed for 5 secondsTimer Recording Guide to Timer Programming DisplayBefore recording, make sure If you have not set the clock yetPress Enter when all items are entered Mode Press Timer SET to set a timerUse K / L to enter the date, then Press BTimer Recording To stop the timer recording in progressPress Play B, or OPEN/CLOSE a to remove the disc Hints for Timer RecordingPriority of Overlapped Settings Satellite Link Select whichever the componentSatellite Link Settings for AN External Device Connection to an External DeviceExternal device Supplied cables used in this connection are as followsIt takes awhile to load Disc Settings for AN External DeviceRecording from an External Device DV Dubbing Guide to DV and On-Screen DisplayDV Dubbing DVC to DVD DubbingDVC to VCR Dubbing Press VCR firstRepeat the steps 1 and 2 on To stop recording, press Stop CDVD/VCR Dubbing Use K / L to select Dubbing Mode, then press EnterUse K / L to select Recording, then press Enter Make sureDVD/VCR Dubbing Use K / L to select VCR DVD, then press EnterUse K / L to select DVD VCR, then press Enter VCR to DVDStructure of Disc Contents Information on PlaybackBasic Playback Direct PlaybackBasic Playback Playback from the Title ListPress DVD Use K / L to select Play From Start, then press EnterFollow steps 1 to 2 in Direct Playback on JpegWhen selecting file Playing Back a DivXOfficial DivX Certified product DivX3.x, DivX4.xDivX5.x, DivX6.0 Maximum size of imageUsing the Title/Disc Menu PausePress DVD first During playback, press Pause F Playback will be paused and sound will be mutedSpecial Playback Resume PlaybackFast Forward / Fast Reverse Playback 40x REVSpecial 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 broadcastSimultaneous Playback and Recording Selected title playback will startChapter To move to for chapter, press BUsing Skip j / Skip Using DisplaySearch Title/Chapter SearchAudio CD SearchTime Search Repeat Playback Random Playback5Press Play B Program PlaybackSlide Show 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 Use K / L to select Black Level, then press EnterUse K / L to select OFF or ON, then press Enter VisibleInformation on Disc Editing Guide to a Title ListDeleting Titles After the disc is fully recordedDeleting Titles Use K / L to select Title Delete, then press EnterYou can delete titles which you do not need anymore Title list, original or playlist will appearCREATING/DELETING Playlist Adding Titles to a PlaylistUse K / L to select Add To Playlist, then press Enter Title is added to playlistCREATING/DELETING Playlist Erasing All PlaylistPlaylist can be deleted if it is no longer needed EnterEditing Discs Putting Names on TitlesGuide to Edit Title Name Editing DiscsPutting Names on Titles cont’d Setting Chapter Marks Use Skip H / GPress Return Press Return again and then Return or Stop C to exitHiding Chapters Use K / L to select Hide Chapter, then press EnterUse Skip H or Skip G to decide the chapter to be hidden Press EnterDeleting a Part of a Title Names on Titles on page 76 toDisplay Edit menu Follow the steps 1 to 3 in PuttingDeleting a Part of a Title cont’d Dividing a Title Press DVD Stop mode, press TOP MenuUse K / L/s / B to select a desired title, then press Enter Press Return or Stop C to exitCombining Titles Combining, then press EnterYou can combine two titles into a single title Two titles will combine into a single titleSetting or Releasing the Title Protection To protect a whole disc VR mode DVD-RW, DVD+RW/+R onlyConfirm the indication OFF ON. Press Enter again Press Return and then Return or Stop C to exitUse K / L to select the desired Setting or Clearing All Chapter Marks at OnceUse K / L to select Chapter Mark List of the Default Settings Items highlight is the default ContentsList of the Default Settings Normal Output Enhanced Yes Set to the default settingGeneral 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’dAudio Out Disc 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 DisplayDisplay cont’d ChipUse the Number Buttons to enter new access password Canadian French RatingProgressive Default OFF TV Aspect Default 169 WideVideo Selected itemDivX Subtitle Default OFF DivXDivX VOD Set the DivX subtitleSetting Format Default RGBWhen the connected device is not compatible with Hdmi Audio Default on Set to OFF when the Hdmi sound is not outputRGB Range Default Normal Hdmi cont’dReset the setting to default Reset AllSelect Yes using K / L , then press Enter Tracking VCR FunctionsInformation on VCR Functions One-touch Timer Recording OTR You cannot pause the one-touch timer recordingUsing REC I or Stop C VCR FunctionsOther Operations Timer SET TroubleshootingSymptom Remedy Troubleshooting SymptomTroubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions Can I record to CD-RW/-R?Language Code Language CodeGlossary Specifications GeneralRecording Input / OutputLimited Warranty Limited WarrantyLimited Warranty Introduction Connections112 EN Memo
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DVR620 specifications

The Toshiba DVR620 is a versatile dual-format DVD recorder that offers a wide array of features tailored for home entertainment enthusiasts. With its ability to record in both DVD-R and DVD-RW formats, it provides flexibility for users to choose their preferred type of media. This model is designed to make digital recording as seamless as possible, ensuring that capturing your favorite shows or movies is an effortless experience.

One of the standout features of the DVR620 is its built-in hard drive, which allows users to store numerous hours of video. The hard drive capacity is typically 160 GB, providing ample space for recording and archiving content without the immediate need for physical media. This makes it an excellent choice for those who frequently record television programs or want to save their favorite movies for later viewing.

Toshiba has equipped the DVR620 with advanced video technology, including progressive scan output. This feature enhances the viewing experience by delivering smooth images and improved detail, especially when content is viewed on larger screens. Additionally, the unit supports various playback formats, including DVD-VR and DVD-Video, which adds to its versatility as a media player.

Another important aspect of the DVR620 is its built-in tuner. It integrates both NTSC and ATSC formats, enabling users to watch standard and high-definition broadcasts. The user-friendly interface simplifies the process of setting up recordings, scheduling shows, and accessing saved content, making it accessible even for those who may not be tech-savvy.

Furthermore, the DVR620 includes multiple connectivity options, such as HDMI output, which ensures compatibility with modern televisions and audio systems. Additional ports for USB and Ethernet provide options for connecting external devices, enabling easier file transfers and updates.

In summary, the Toshiba DVR620 stands out in the crowded market of DVD recorders with its dual-format recording capabilities, ample hard drive space, progressive scan technology, and user-friendly operation. The combination of these features makes it a robust choice for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment system. Whether recording live television or playing back cherished movies, the DVR620 delivers quality performance that meets the needs of a modern viewing audience.
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