
OWNER’S MANUALINSTALLATIONGUIDERead this booklet first.IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupPM0019288010SHDD/DVD VIDEO RECORDERRD-XS52SURD-XS52SCRD-KX50
10Installation procedureIntroductionLoad the batteries in the remote control.( page 18)Connect an antenna to the recorder.( page 20)Connect a cable bo
11IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupSome differencesBecause of its recording capacity and hard disc drive(HDD), this DVD recorder operates more like a
12Choosing a discWhen you want to play DVD or CD software or copy programs from the HDD to a recordable DVD, load anappropriate disc into the recorder
13IntroductionConnectionsBasic Setup• You cannot play discs other than those listed above.• You cannot play non-standardized discs even if they may be
14On DVD-RAM discsUse only DVD-RAM discs that comply with DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0 or 2.1.The recorder cannot record on a disc formatted in anyoth
15IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupOn DVD-R discsStandardsDVD-R for General Ver.2.0 discs can be used forrecording and playback.Discs compatible with
16Playback sideOn handling discsDo not touch the playback side of the disc.Do not stick paper or tape to discs.On cleaning discsFingerprints and dust
17IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupIntroductionSAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...
18Operating with the remote controlPoint the remote control at the remote sensor andpress the buttons.Distance : About 7 m (23 ft) from the front of t
ConnectionsConnect your recorder to your TV or stereo system.Connecting an antenna and TVConnecting to cable TV signalConnecting to a satellite system
2SAFETY PRECAUTIONSIntroductionThe lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilat-eral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presen
20VHF/UHFRF IN(FROM ANT.)RF OUT(TO TV)VHF / UHFR L VIDEOS-VIDEORLIRVIDEOS-VIDEOCHANNELCHANGEINPUT1INPUT3HDMI OUTPUT122Connecting an antenna and TVConn
21ConnectionsBasic SetupIntroductionTo wall outletTo OUTPUT(R/L)Notes• Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well.• When you connect the
22ConnectionsIncoming cableIncoming cableIncoming cableCable boxCable boxINOUTINOUTRF IN(FROM ANT.)RF OUT(TO TV)VHF / UHFR L VIDEOS-VIDEORLIRVIDEOS-VI
23ConnectionsBasic SetupIntroductionThis set-up will allow you to:– watch or record a channel through the cable box viathe INPUT1 or INPUT3 (VIDEO/L/R
24Connecting to a satellite systemChoose one of the following according to your type of satellite receiver.ConnectionsSatellite receiverSatellite ante
25ConnectionsBasic SetupIntroductionCable box / satellite system(Keep the power on to receivecommands from the recorder.)TransmitterR L VIDEOS-VIDEORL
26Connecting to a TV with the HDMI terminalConnectionsAbout HDMITMHDMI stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface. HDMI transfers digital audio a
27ConnectionsBasic SetupIntroductionSet the output resolution for the HDMI output that best matches your TV’s capabilitiesSet an output signal from th
28RF IN(FROM ANT.)RF OUT(TO TV)VHF / UHFR L VIDEOS-VIDEORLIRVIDEOS-VIDEOCHANNELCHANGEDIGITAL AUDIOOUTPUTBITSTREAM/PCMOPTICALRLVIDEOS-VIDEOYPBPRINPUT1C
29ConnectionsBasic SetupIntroductionConnecting to an audio systemYou can enjoy multichannel surround-sound such as 5.1 channel by connecting to an amp
3IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupNote to cable system installer:This reminder is provided to call the cable system installer’s attention to Article
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Basic SetupRead this chapter for necessary settings to get started.When you use this recorder for the first time, be sure toperform A to C in this ord
32After all the necessary connections,• Turn on the equipment connected to therecorder.• Select the corresponding video input onyour television.Perfor
33IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupStartup/finishing (closing) iconsThese icons are displayed on the right corner on thetop of the screen. While they
34Basic SetupA: Initial settingsThis step sets the recorder’s clock and tuner to record broadcasting TV programs.Once you complete this process there
35IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupTip on settingThe recorder provides you with a variety of GUI(Graphical User Interface) displays to perform keyope
36A: Initial settings (Continued)Basic Setup1: Language settingSelect a preferred language for on-screen displays.1Press SETUP.2Press / to select
37IntroductionConnectionsBasic Setup2: Time and date settingSet the recorder’s clock. If it is not set correctly, the recorder cannot perform operatio
38A: Initial settings (Continued)Basic Setup1) Set “Summer time (Daylight-Saving time)”.DST start : Daylight-saving time begins on the first Sunday in
39IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupManual clock settingSelect “Manual” at step 4 page 37.4Press / and ADJUST ( / ) to set theclock. / butto
4S3125AIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Read these instructions.2. Keep these instructions.3. Heed all warnings.4. Follow all instructions.5. Do not us
40A: Initial settings (Continued)Basic Setup3: Channel settingThe recorder scans through all receivable TV and cable channels and stores only active o
41IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupENTER6Press / to select “Auto”, then pressENTER.The recorder starts scanning and active channels arestored in
42A: Initial settings (Continued)Basic Setup4: Set top box settingFor connecting a cable box or a satellite receiver to this recorder, follow the inst
43IntroductionConnectionsBasic Setup4Press ADJUST (or / ) to select the type ofset top box connected to this recorder.If you do not connect a set t
44A: Initial settings (Continued)Basic Setup8Press , then press the number buttons toenter the 3 digits of a brand code of your settop box obtained f
45IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupSet top box brand codeArcher 044 006 001Cable Cinema 029 009 001 063Cabletenna 029 009 001 063Cableview 029 009 00
46A: Initial settings (Continued)Basic Setup5: Guide channel settingVCR Plus+ system is a timer recording system designed to simplify programming. It
47IntroductionConnectionsBasic Setup4Press / to find a guide channel numberyou marked on the list.e.g. guide channel number 33 (HBO)5Press the num
48Basic SetupB: Output sound settingSelect the output sound setting corresponding to the connected TV or audio system.1Press SETUP to display the setu
49IntroductionConnectionsBasic Setup4Press / to select the output sound format.Bitstream:Select when connected to an amplifier equipped with aDolb
5IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupIntroductionADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS15.When you use headphones, keep the volume ata moderate level. If you us
50Basic Setup1Press SETUP to display the setup menu.When it is already displayed, press button.(To return to the previous menu)2Press / to selec
51IntroductionConnectionsBasic Setup4Press / to select the picture shape.4:3 LB:Select when a standard 4:3 TV isconnected.Displays theatrical imag
52Basic SetupD: Remote control settingsTake this step according to your preference and usage.Operating a TV with the remote control of this recorderTh
53IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupBrand code tableNotes• TOSHIBA code is already set when you operate this recorder for the first time.• Some brands
54D: Remote control settings (Continued)Basic SetupOperating the second and third TOSHIBA HDD/DVD video recorders with the remote control of this reco
55IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupSetting up the remote control5While pressing EASY NAVI, press 2.The remote control mode is set to “DR 2”.Select th
56Limited Warranty DVD PLAYER/RECORDERToshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C,. (“TAC P”) makes the following limited warranties to original consumer
57IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupHow to Obtain Warranty ServicesIf, after following all of the operating instructions in thismanual and checking th
58- IMPORTANT -CANADIAN WARRANTY INFORMATIONGARANTIE CANADIENNESTANDARD WARRANTYTYPE OF SET DVD PlayerDVD/VCR CombinationHome Theatre in a BoxDVD Reco
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6PrecautionsIntroductionNotes on handlingNever disconnect the power cord from a wall outletwhile the recorder is not in standby mode, unless it isin a
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7IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupNotes on recording and editingWhen you record/edit important content, make trialoperations beforehand to confirm th
8Precautions (Continued)Notes on moisture condensationMoisture condensation damages the unit. Pleaseread the following carefully.Moisture condensation
9IntroductionConnectionsBasic SetupVCR Plus+, C3 and PlusCode are registered trademarksof Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+system is manu
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