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Tracy Zeek Posted on Mar 29, 2012
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Can't get my DVD recorder to record shows from my ATT U-Verse DVR.

I have tried using the red white and yellow connector and the hdmi connector. I have tried video mode and vr mode. It only happens on some channel recordings like HBO and Showtime but not WGN.

  • Tracy Zeek Mar 30, 2012

    Is there a way to circumvent this?

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  • Anonymous Mar 30, 2012

    There is software out there that is supposed to get around this problem, but in truth I have never tried it so I don't know.

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  • Posted on Oct 05, 2008

SOURCE: Toshiba DVR recorder incorrect disk message

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SOURCE: Toshiba DVR recorder incorrect disk message

You could try the factory initializing process I found on another webesite (AVS Forums): "Had this message pop up a few weeks ago. Tried the solutions in the manual, no go. Tried unplugging it for 7 days, no go. Called Toshiba customer service @1-800-631-3811, the tech told me: 1) turn on TV and set to receive your DVD signal 2) Turn on DVD player and remove any discs 3) put Dvd / VCR selector on DVD 4) at the same time, push channel selector button UP (^) along with the PLAY button 5) hold the buttons down until TV screen shows "Initializing" message, release buttons, let DVD player go thru it's reset cycle and shut down 6) turn DVD player on and watch your DVD movies now Works like a charm. Put this in your manual for the next time." My unit has not worked since December of last year, I only had it for one year and it conveniently stopped working right after the one year warranty. My unit was not functioning whatsoever past turning it on, but when I did the factory initialization I was able to operate my unit again....UNFORTUNATELY, it still does not read disks, I still get the "Incorrect Disk" message. I guess I could consider it progress. But still try it, it may work for you. My unit just seems to be fried beyond repair. If anyone has any suggestions on how to correct the incorrect disk problem, I would be greatly appreciative. I'm not ready to throw mine away yet!

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  • Posted on Dec 28, 2007

SOURCE: S-video imput not working

I had the same problem. Solved it by going to Set Up, Video Selection, then choosing the S- Video input jack, vs the default. Now if I could just get it to pass video when the unit is off...

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  • Posted on Feb 08, 2009

SOURCE: I have a toshiba DVR-3 Dvd recorder. What format of disc needed

It needs DVD-R or RW format to record.

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  • Posted on May 27, 2009

SOURCE: Recording TV programs on DVD Recorder

if you are using a cable box / converter dvd-r and tv must be on ch 3.............
okay you dont have a cable box the tv is set to ch 3....the dvd-r, set up, initial settings and change cable to air...........then channel setting auto (scans all channels except HBO)...now you able to look at a dvd, record your show (s)

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