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Toshiba RD-XS35SC Owner's Manual

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DIGITAL VIDEO
HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER
RD-XS35SU
RD-XS35SC
OWNER'S MANUAL
INSTALLATION
GUIDE
Read this booklet first.
P000453930
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PM0025865010
© 2006 Toshiba Corporation
RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p01
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06.2.13, 4:33 PM

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL VIDEO HDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDER RD-XS35SU RD-XS35SC OWNER’S MANUAL INSTALLATION GUIDE Read this booklet first. P000453930 PM0025865010 © 2006 Toshiba Corporation RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p01 06.2.13, 4:33 PM...

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE ATTENTION PAS OUVRIR WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
  • Page 3 Note to cable system installer: This reminder is provided to call the cable system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 5 Introduction ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 15. Do not overload wall outlets; extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16. Apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on the apparatus.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    Introduction Precautions Notes on handling Never disconnect the power cord from a wall outlet while the recorder is not in standby mode, unless it is in an emergency. Doing so may cause malfunction. When shipping the recorder, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy.
  • Page 7 Notes on the unit and the HDD Do not give a shock or shake (especially during operation). Do not use in a shaky or unstable location. Hold the unit horizontally. Do not cover the ventilation holes for the cooling fan of the unit.

  • Page 8: Notes On Moisture Condensation

    Introduction Precautions (Continued) Notes on moisture condensation Moisture condensation damages the unit. Please read the following carefully. Moisture condensation occurs, for example, when you pour a cold drink into a glass on a warm day. Drops of water form on the outside of the glass. In the same way, moisture may condense on the optical pick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the unit.
  • Page 9 Program Recording Can be recorded Content is not copyright protected DVD-RAM disc Can be DVD-R/RW recorded Content is not copyright protected Can be Cannot be recorded copied Recording permitted once DVD-RAM disc Can be Cannot be recorded copied Recording permitted once DVD-R/RW Cannot be recorded...

  • Page 10: Installation Procedure

    Introduction Installation procedure Read carefully “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”, “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” and “Precautions”. pages 2 to 9) Check the supplied accessories. (See right) Load the batteries in the remote control. page 18) Connect an antenna to the recorder. page 20) Connect a cable box or satellite system to the recorder. pages 22 to 25) Connect the recorder to a TV.

  • Page 11: About This Product

    Introduction About this product Some differences Because of its recording capacity and hard disc drive (HDD), this DVD recorder operates more like a computer and differently than a standard DVD player. In addition to containing a microprocessor, it contains a HDD, an operating system, random access memory (RAM), and a DVD-RAM/R/RW drive.

  • Page 12: Choosing A Disc

    Introduction Choosing a disc When you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programs from the HDD to a recordable DVD, load an appropriate disc into the recorder. There are many types and formats of discs. Please use the following information to select an appropriate disc.
  • Page 13 For playback only Disc Mark DVD video disc VIDEO CD DIGITAL VIDEO Audio CD CD-R CD-RW • You cannot play discs other than those listed above. • You cannot play non-standardized discs even if they may be labeled as above. •...
  • Page 14 Introduction Choosing a disc (Continued) On DVD-RAM discs Use only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0, 2.1 or 2.2. The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in any other standard. When using such a disc, initialize it by using the disc-format function of this recorder.
  • Page 15 On DVD-R discs Standards DVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used for recording and playback. Discs compatible with the following recording speeds can also be used: Ver. 2.0/2X Ver. 2.0/4X Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/8X Ver. 2.0 or 2.1/16X Select discs labeled “for video,” “for recording,” “120 min.”...

  • Page 16: Structure Of Disc Contents

    Introduction Choosing a disc (Continued) Structure of disc contents Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are subdivided into chapters. VIDEO CDs/audio CDs are divided into tracks. DVD video disc Title 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 VIDEO CD / audio CD Track 1 Track 2...

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Table of Contents Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 4 Precautions ... 6 Installation procedure ... 10 About this product ... 11 Choosing a disc ... 12 Preparation of the remote control ... 18 Connections Connecting an antenna and TV ... 20 Connecting to cable TV signal ...

  • Page 18: Preparation Of The Remote Control

    Introduction Preparation of the remote control Open the cover. Insert batteries (AAA size). Make sure to match the + and – on the batteries to the marks inside the battery compartment. Close the cover. RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p02-18 Caution • Never throw batteries into a fire. Notes •...

  • Page 19: Connections

    Connection procedure “Connecting an antenna and TV” ( page 20) “Connecting an antenna and TV” ( “Connecting to a TV equipped with audio/video inputs” page 21) “Connecting to an audio system” ( page 27) AV amplifier When you connect a TV equipped with audio/ video inputs Perform steps 1, 2 and 3.

  • Page 20: Connecting An Antenna And Tv

    Connections Connecting an antenna and TV Connect your TV and the antenna to this recorder for recording and to view broadcast signals on the TV. Disconnect the antenna cable from your TV, and connect it to the RF IN (FROM ANT.) terminal on the recorder. Using the supplied coaxial cable of this recorder, connect the RF OUT (TO TV) terminal to the TV.
  • Page 21 Connect to a TV equiped with audio/video inputs. Connect as below for watching received channels or recorded contents. Watching via the RF OUT terminal is not available. (red) To OUTPUT (R/L) Video/audio cable (supplied) Connect the power cord of the recorder to a wall outlet. Make sure that the powered recorder lights the ON/STANDBY indicator on the front panel.

  • Page 22: Connecting To Cable Tv Signal

    Connections Connecting to cable TV signal Choose one of the setup options below to connect the recorder to your cable signal. Connect the recorder to the TV using the audio/video cable. Incoming cable Cable box Incoming cable Cable box Incoming cable RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p19-28 This set-up will allow you to: –...
  • Page 23 This set-up will allow you to: – watch or record a channel through the cable box via the INPUT1 (VIDEO/L/R) jacks. To download program listings the TV Guide On Screen™ system needs to be able to change channels on your cable box when the recorder is not in use.

  • Page 24: Connecting To A Satellite System

    Connections Connecting to a satellite system Choose one of the following according to your type of satellite receiver. Satellite receiver Satellite antenna Satellite antenna Audio outputs Note • If you use the DSS set top box control function ( make the G-LINK connection ( RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p19-28 When the satellite receiver does not have audio/ video outputs...

  • Page 25: Connecting The G-Link™ Cable

    Connections Connecting the G-LINK™ cable To download program listings the TV Guide On Screen™ system needs to be able to change channels on your cable box when the recorder is not in use. Please connect the supplied G-LINK™ cable to the G-LINK jack of the recorder.

  • Page 26: Connecting To A Tv Equipped With Component Video Inputs

    Connections Connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs If your TV has component video inputs, you can obtain pictures in better quality. To P VIDEO OUT To Y VIDEO OUT Only video signals are output from the COMPONENT OUTPUT jacks.

  • Page 27: Connecting To An Audio System

    Connections Connecting to an audio system You can enjoy multichannel surround-sound such as 5.1 channel by connecting to an amplifier compatible with Dolby ® Digital and DTS • For connection to your TV, see • For details of output sound, see Caution •...
  • Page 28 RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p19-28 06.2.13, 4:33 PM...

  • Page 29: Basic Setup

    RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 Basic setup Read this chapter for necessary settings to get started. When you use this recorder for the first time, be sure to perform A to C in this order. Proceed to D if necessary. Starting up the recorder A:TV Guide On Screen™...

  • Page 30: Starting Up The Recorder

    Basic setup Starting up the recorder After all the necessary connections, • Turn on the equipment connected to the recorder. • Select the corresponding video input on your television. Perform these selections whenever you operate the recorder. Turning the power on Press ON/STANDBY button from the remote control or on the front panel of the recorder.
  • Page 31 Turning the power off Press ON/STANDBY button from the remote control or on the front panel of the recorder. The “Unloading” icon appears on the right corner of the top of the screen, and the ON/STANDBY indicator turns red. Then the power turns off. Note •...

  • Page 32: A: Tv Guide On Screen™ Setup

    Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup This step sets the recorder’s clock and tuner to record broadcasting TV programs. Once you complete this process there is generally no need to reset the clock. (However, if there are discrepancies in the recorder’s time display or changes made to receivable TV stations, you should make this setting again.) FOR SATELLITE USERS: The TV Guide System is NOT compatible with satellite DBS systems.

  • Page 33: Setting Up Tv Guide On Screen

    Setting up TV Guide On Screen™ RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 Setup selection Your DVD Recorder is equipped with the TV Guide On Screen™ Interactive Program Guide, which provides program listings, one-touch recording, and more –– all subscription FREE! Please follow the on-screen setup instructions to enable your TV Guide On Screen system now.

  • Page 34: Cable Connection

    Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup (Continued) RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 ZIP or postal code STEP 1: Identifying Your Location To supply your DVD Recorder with the correct program listings, the TV Guide On Screen system needs to know the town or city where your DVD Recorder is installed.
  • Page 35 RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 Cable input STEP 2: Configuring for Cable Your DVD Recorder has more than one input jack. To operate properly with your cable box, the TV Guide On Screen system needs to know which one your cable box is plugged into. You may have to look at the back of your DVD Recorder if you are unsure, as an incorrect selection will result in a blue or snowy screen while watching TV.
  • Page 36 Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup (Continued) RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 Cable box brand name STEP 2: Configuring for Cable Selecting the correct cable box brand from the list is needed to automatically receive program listings. If you do not know the cable box brand, please consult your cable provider.

  • Page 37: Antenna Connection

    RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 STEP 2: Configuring for Cable The TV Guide On Screen system needs to locate the correct code for yourcable box brand in order to work properly. ENTER Is your cable box now tuned to channel 09? Test the code again Press to select, then press ENTER.
  • Page 38 Basic setup A: TV Guide On Screen™ setup (Continued) Notes • When the clock data cannot be downloaded from the TV Guide On Screen™ system, set the clock manually. ( in “OPERATIONS GUIDE”) • It may take about 24 hours for the TV Guide On Screen™ system to be fully available after the setup is finished. •...

  • Page 39: B: Language Setting

    Basic setup B: Language setting Select a preferred language for on-screen displays. Start “B: Language setting” is complete. Go to “C: Satellite set top box setting” ( Note • This setting is not available for TV Guide On Screen™ displays. RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 Press SETUP.

  • Page 40: C: Satellite Set Top Box Setting

    Basic setup C: Satellite set top box setting Set your recorder to control channels of a connected satellite set top box. (DSS set top box control function) This setting is only for users who connect a DSS set top box. If you selected “Yes”...
  • Page 41 RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 Press ADJUST (or / ) to set “DBS” to “Not used” or “Use”. Not used: When a satellite set top box is not connected to the INPUT3 jacks of the recorder. Skip to step 8. Use: When a satellite set top box is connected to the INPUT3 jacks of the recorder.
  • Page 42 Basic setup C: Satellite set top box setting (Continued) “C: Satellite set top box setting” is complete. Go to “D: Output sound setting” ( Notes • This setting will be reset to default if you redo the TV Guide On Screen™ setup and select “Yes” at the cable selection (step page 34).
  • Page 43 Satellite set top box brand code Brands Codes DirecTV Drake Echostar Hitachi Hughes Magnavox Optimus Panasonic Philips Primestar ProScan Samsung Sony Toshiba Uniden Zenith Note • Some models of satellite set top box may not be controlled with this recorder. RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p29-43 06.2.13, 4:33 PM...

  • Page 44: D: Output Sound Setting

    Basic setup D: Output sound setting Select the output sound setting corresponding to the connected TV or audio system. Start RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p44-45 Press SETUP to display the setup menu. SETUP Press to select “Picture/Audio settings”, then press ENTER. e.g. Picture/Audio settings ENTER Pause / Still Output Black level...
  • Page 45 “D: Output sound setting” is complete. Go to “E: TV shape setting”. ( RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p44-45 Press to select the output sound format. Bitstream: Select when connected to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG1 and MPEG2 decoder. ( ENTER page 27) OPTICAL Amplifier...

  • Page 46: E: Tv Shape Setting

    Basic setup E: TV shape setting Select the picture shape according to the aspect ratio of your TV. Start RD-XS35SU/SC_Inst_E_p46-47 Press SETUP to display the setup menu. SETUP Press to select “Display settings”, then press ENTER. e.g. ENTER Display settings TV shape On screen display Transparency...
  • Page 47 Notes • Actual picture shape may depend on signal types of broadcasts or input sources, or settings on the connected TV. Refer to the owner’s manual of your TV. • When a DVD video disc has a particular available picture shape, the contents may not be compatible with other picture shapes.

  • Page 48: F: Remote Control Settings

    Basic setup F: Remote control settings Take this step according to your preference and usage. Operating a TV with the remote control of this recorder The remote control of this recorder has a function to operate a TV. Preparation: Please find the brand code on the next page for the TV you wish to control. INSTANT REPLAY INSTANT SKIP EASY...
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  • Page 50: Operating The Second And Third Toshiba Hdd/Dvd Video Recorders With The Remote Control Of This Recorder

    Basic setup F: Remote control settings (Continued) Operating the second and third TOSHIBA HDD/DVD video recorders with the remote control of this recorder Switches the codes to operate the recorder. If you use the second and third TOSHIBA HDD/DVD video recorders, set the different remote codes for each recorder to avoid confusion in the response of the recorders.

  • Page 51: Setting Up The Remote Control

    Notes • If the recorder’s mode and the remote control’s mode are different, the recorder’s mode (DR 1, DR 2 or DR 3) appears on the display of the front panel. • When the batteries of the remote control are replaced or when the time indicator of the front panel flashes, check the remote control modes of both the recorder and the remote control, and re-program it if necessary.

  • Page 52: Limited United States Warranty

    Limited United States Warranty Digital Audio Video (“DAV”) Product-Depot Repair Warranty Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C,. (“TACP”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in the United States. THESE LIMITED WARRANTIES EXTEND TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OR ANY PERSON RECEIVING THIS DAV PRODUCT AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE.
  • Page 53 How to Obtain Warranty Services If, after following all of the operating instructions in this manual and checking the section “Before calling service personnel”, you find that service is needed: (1) For instructions on how to obtain warranty service for your DAV Product, contact TACP’s Consumer Solution Center toll-free at 1-800-631-3811.

  • Page 54: Canadian Warranty Information

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