TOSHIBA SD-V393SU2 DVD player & video cassette recorder OWNER'S MANUAL
Below you will find brief information for DVD player SD V393SU2. The Toshiba SD V393SU2 is a DVD player that can also record VHS tapes. This unit can play DVD-video discs, DVD-R/RW discs, and Video CDs. It has a variety of features, including a built-in tuner for watching TV, a timer recording function for recording TV programs, and a variety of basic playback features such as zoom, repeat playback, random playback, and program playback.
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DRAFT Introduction Connections DIGITAL VIDEO DVD VIDEO PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER SD-V393SU2 OWNER’S MANUAL This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs. 2H20101A (E)COV 1 2/1/05, 7:51 PM 14 Basic setup (VCR) 22 Playback (VCR) 29 Recording (VCR) 34 Other functions (VCR) 39 Basic playback (DVD) 42 Advanced playback (DVD) 45 Function setup (DVD) 55 Others ©2005 Toshiba Corporation 2 61 Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN FCC NOTICE: EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. CAUTION: THIS DIGITAL VIDEO PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM. TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS USER'S GUIDE CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE, CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION. USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS OR THE PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM, DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THE ENCLOSURE. VISIBLE LASER RADIATION MAY BE PRESENT WHEN THE ENCLOSURE IS OPENED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. Location of the required Marking The rating sheet and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit. CERTIFICATION: COMPLIES WITH FDA RADIATION PERFORMANCE STANDARDS, 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J. 2 2H20101A (E)p02-13 2 2/1/05, 7:51 PM IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Introduction 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. CLEANING Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a soft dry cloth for cleaning the exterior cabinet only. 6. ATTACHMENTS The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may cause hazards. 7. WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. PORTABLE CART WARNING (symbol provided by RETAC) 8. ACCESSORIES Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit. 8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 9. VENTILATION Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation, S3125A to ensure reliable operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and/or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. 10. POWER SOURCE This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. 11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. 12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 3 2H20101A (E)p02-13 3 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Introduction IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 13. LIGHTNING To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges. 14. POWER LINES An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall onto or against such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. 15. OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit. 17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 18. SERVICING Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. For example: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit. c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal operation. e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f . When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service. 4 2H20101A (E)p02-13 4 2/1/05, 7:51 PM IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS / Power source Introduction 19. REPLACEMENT PARTS When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 20. SAFETY CHECK Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition. 21. HEAT The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 22. DISC TRAY Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. It may cause serious personal injury. 23. CONNECTING When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet. Failure to do so may cause a product damage. Read the owner's manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions when making any connections. 24. LASER BEAM Do not look into the opening of the disc tray or ventilation opening of the product to see the source of the laser beam. It may cause sight damage. 25. DISC Do not use a cracked, deformed, or repaired disc. These discs are easily broken and may cause serious personal injury and product malfunction. 26. NOTE TO CABLE TV SYSTEM INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV 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. Power source AC Outlet Wider Hole and Blade Polarized AC Cord Plug (One blade is wider than the other.) TO USE AC POWER SOURCE Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet. Notes: • Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified voltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only. • If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized AC outlet, do not attempt to file or cut the blade. It is the user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet. • If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit and the unit fails to function, simply unplug the unit from the AC outlet and plug it back in. The unit should return to normal operation. 5 2H20101A (E)p02-13 5 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Introduction Precautions Notes on handling When shipping the DVD/VCR, the original shipping carton and packing materials come in handy. For maximum protection, repack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory. Do not use volatile liquids, such as insect spray, near the DVD/VCR. Do not leave rubber or plastic products to contact the DVD/VCR for a prolonged period. They will leave marks on the finish. The top and rear panels of the DVD/VCR may become warm after a long period of use. This is not a malfunction. When the DVD/VCR is not in use, be sure to remove the disc and the video cassette turn off the power. If you do not use the DVD/VCR for a long period, the unit may not function properly in the future. Turn on and use the DVD/VCR occasionally. Notes on locating Place the DVD/VCR on a level surface. Do not use it on a shaky or unstable surface such as a wobbling table or inclined stand. The loaded disc or the video tape may become dis-aligned and damage the DVD/ VCR. When you place this DVD/VCR near a TV, radio, or VCR, the playback picture may become poor and the sound may be distorted. In this case, place the DVD/ VCR away from the TV, radio, or VCR. Notes on moisture condensation Moisture condensation damages the DVD/VCR. 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 head drum or the optical pick-up lens inside this unit, one of the most crucial internal parts of the DVD/VCR. le of mo Examp ensat isture ion! cond Tape Head drum Moisture condensation occurs during the following cases. When you bring the DVD/VCR directly from a cold place to a warm place. When you use the DVD/VCR in a room where you just turned on the heater, or a place where the cold wind from the air conditioner directly hits the unit. In summer, when you use the DVD/VCR in a hot and humid place just after you move the unit from an air conditioned room. When you use the DVD/VCR in a humid place. It’s too warm! Notes on cleaning Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning. Use a dry cloth to wipe. Do not use any type of solvent, such as thinner and benzine, as they may damage the surface of the DVD/VCR. If you use a chemical saturated cloth to clean the unit, follow that product’s instructions. Do not use the DVD/VCR when moisture condensation may occur. If you use the DVD/VCR in such a situation, it may damage discs and internal parts. Remove the disc or the video tape, connect the power cord of the DVD/ VCR to the wall outlet, turn on the DVD/VCR, and leave it for two or three hours. After two or three hours, the DVD/VCR will have warmed up and evaporated any moisture. Keep the DVD/VCR connected to the wall outlet and moisture condensation will seldom occur. Wa it! 6 2H20101A (E)p02-13 6 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Wall outlet Notes on discs Structure of disc contents Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Normally, DVD video discs are divided into titles, and the titles are sub-divided into chapters. VIDEO CDs and audio CDs are divided into tracks. Introduction On handling discs DVD video disc DVD video disc Title 1 Chapter 1 Title 2 Chapter 2 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Playback side Do not attach paper or tape to discs. Video CD/Audio CD Video CD/Audio CD Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5 On cleaning discs Fingerprints and dust on the disc cause picture and sound deterioration. Wipe the disc from the center outwards with a soft cloth. Always keep the disc clean. Each title, chapter or track is assigned a number, which is called “title number”, “chapter number” or “track number” respectively. There may be discs that do not have these numbers. Notes on copyright Do not use any type of solvent such as thinner, benzine, commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray for vinyl LPs. It may damage the disc. On storing discs Do not store discs in a place subject to direct sunlight or near heat sources. Do not store discs in places subject to moisture and dust such as a bathroom or near a humidifier. Store discs vertically in a case. Stacking or placing objects on discs outside of their case may cause warping. It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast on cable, play in public, and rent copyrighted material without permission. This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs. The device is not to be used for copying copyrighted content without the express written permission of the copyright owner. Obtaining such permission is the sole responsibility of the user. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 7 2H20101A (E)p02-13 7 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Introduction Notes on discs (continued) About this owner’s manual This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions of this DVD/VCR. Some DVD video discs are produced in a manner that allows specific or limited operation during playback. As such, the DVD/VCR may not respond to all operating commands. This is not a defect in the DVD/ VCR. Refer to instruction notes of discs. Playable discs This DVD/VCR can play the following discs. Disc Mark Contents Disc Size Maximum playback time Approx. 4 hours (single sided disc) 12 cm ” may appear on the TV screen during operation. “ ” means that the operation is not permitted by the A“ DVD/VCR or the disc. For example, sometimes it is unable to stop the playback of copyright message of the disc when the ” may STOP ( ) button is pressed. Alternatively, the “ also indicate that the feature is not available for the disc. Audio + Video (moving pictures) DVD video discs Approx. 8 hours (double sided disc) Approx. 80 minutes (single sided disc) 8 cm Approx. 160 minutes (double sided disc) Notes on region numbers The region number of this DVD/VCR is 1. If region numbers, which stand for their playable area, are printed on your DVD video disc and you do not find 1 or ALL , disc playback will not be allowed by the player. (In this case, the DVD/VCR will display a message on-screen.) Video CDs DIGITAL VIDEO Audio + Video (moving pictures) On Video CDs This DVD/VCR supports Video CDs equipped with the PBC (Version 2.0) function. (PBC is the abbreviation of Playback Control.) You can enjoy two playback variations depending on types of discs. • Video CD not equipped with PBC function (Version 1.1) Sound and movie can be played on this DVD/VCR in the same way as an audio CD. • Video CD equipped with PBC function (Version 2.0) In addition to operation of a Video CD not equipped with the PBC function, you can enjoy playback of interactive software with search function by using the menu displayed on the TV screen (Menu Playback). Some of the functions described in this owner’s manual may not work with some discs. Approx. 74 minutes 8 cm Approx. 20 minutes 12 cm Approx. 74 minutes 8 cm (CD single) Approx. 20 minutes Audio The following discs are also available. DVD-R/RW discs of DVD video format CD-R/CD-RW discs of CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD, MP3, WMA or JPEG format Kodak Picture CD and FUJICOLOR CD format Some of these discs may be incompatible. • You cannot play discs other than those listed above. • You cannot play discs of DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, Photo CD, etc., or non standardized discs even if they may be labeled as above. • Some CD-R/RWs cannot be played back depending on the recording conditions. • This DVD/VCR uses the NTSC color system, and cannot play DVD video discs recorded in any other color system (PAL, SECAM, etc.). Because of problems and errors that can occur during the creation of DVD software and/or the manufacture of DVD discs, Toshiba America Consumer Products, L.L.C. and Toshiba of Canada, Ltd. cannot guarantee that this player will play every feature of every DVD bearing the DVD logo. As one of the creators of DVD technology, Toshiba DVD players are manufactured to the highest standards of quality and, as a result, such incompatibilities are very rare. If you happen to experience and difficulty playing a DVD on a Toshiba DVD player, please feel free to call our Contact listed in “How to Obtain Warranty Services” (page 65). 8 2H20101A (E)p02-13 Audio CDs 12 cm 8 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Contents Basic playback (DVD) IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................... 2 Power source ................................................... 5 Precautions ...................................................... 6 Notes on discs .................................................. 7 Contents. .......................................................... 9 Identification of controls ................................. 10 Playing a disc ................................................. 42 Connections Antenna connections ...................................... 14 Cable TV connections .................................... 16 Connecting to a TV ........................................ 18 Connecting to optional equipment .................. 20 Basic setup (VCR) Setting the video channel ............................... 22 Setting the language ...................................... 23 Clock setting ................................................... 24 Tuner setting .................................................. 27 Advanced playback (DVD) Zooming ......................................................... 45 Locating desired scene .................................. 45 Marking desired scenes ................................. 46 Repeat playback ............................................. 47 A-B Repeat playback ...................................... 47 Program playback .......................................... 48 Random playback........................................... 48 Changing angles ............................................ 49 Title selection ................................................. 49 DVD menu ...................................................... 49 Changing soundtrack language ..................... 50 Setting surround sound .................................. 50 Subtitles ......................................................... 51 To turn off the PBC ......................................... 51 MP3/WMA/JPEG operation ............................ 52 Introduction Introduction Function setup (DVD) Playback (VCR) Loading and unloading a cassette tape ......... 29 Cassette tape playback .................................. 30 Special playback ............................................ 31 Convenience function ..................................... 32 Recording (VCR) Recording a TV program ................................ 34 One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) ................ 36 Timer recording .............................................. 37 Customizing the function settings .................. 55 Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc ........................................................ 60 Others Language code list ......................................... 61 Troubleshooting ............................................. 62 Specifications ................................................. 63 Limited warranty ............................................. 64 Other functions (VCR) Stereo recording and playback ...................... 39 Second Audio Program (SAP) ........................ 39 Duplicating a video tape ................................. 40 Recording a DVD/CD disc .............................. 41 9 2H20101A (E)p02-13 9 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Introduction Identification of controls See the page in for details. Front panel OPEN/CLOSE button 42 Cassette loading slot 29 DVD indicator 42 ON/STANDBY button 22 REC button 34 EJECT button 29 Disc tray 42 Remote sensor 13 VCR/DVD mode selector button 22 VCR indicator 22 CHANNEL / REW button 30 buttons 34 STOP button 30 Display window 11 AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (LINE IN 2) jacks 40 FWD button 30 PLAY button 30 Rear panel DVD COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack 20 DVD S-VIDEO OUT jack 19 AC power cord DVD/VCR common AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT jacks 18 5 DVD COMPONENT DVD AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks 19 OUT jacks 19 AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (LINE IN1) jacks 40 10 2H20101A (E)p02-13 ANT IN jack 14 10 2/1/05, 7:51 PM ANT OUT jack 14 Display window VCR indicator (VCR) Still indicator Introduction Play indicator Disc inserted indicator (DVD) Recording indicator (VCR) Disc inserted indicator (CD) AM/PM indicator (AM is not displayed) Multifunctional indicator Track indicator (CD) Progressive indicator Tape loaded indicator (VCR) Timer Recording indicator (VCR) VCR operation status Press CALL to display VCR operation status on the screen. To cancel the display, press CALL again. While watching TV HI-FI STEREO DAY OF THE WEEK CLOCK STEREO AND SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP) VCR Icons While operating a tape 8 : 47AM MON STEREO SAP CH 125 CHANNEL Recording : OPERATING MODE 8 : 30AM MON HI-FI Rec/Pause : Play : AUTO REPEAT 00 : 00 : 00 SP TAPE SPEED REAL TIME COUNTER STEREO 00 : 15 : 12 SP TAPE IN Stop : Eject : OUTPUT SELECTION DVD/CD/VCD operation status Each press of DISPLAY, the status display of the disc will appear on the screen and change as follows. DISC OPERATION DVD 00:34:56 01:12:33 ELAPSED TIME TOTAL TIME TITLE NO. 00:34:56 01:12:33 Title 1/99 Chapter 1/999 1/9 1/8 Eng DolbyDigital 1/32 Eng ANGLE NO. CHAPTER NO. A KIND OF AUDIO AUDIO LANGUAGE SUBTITLE LANGUAGE DISC OPERATION TRACK NO. CD/VCD 34:56 Track 11/99 71:33 TOTAL TIME ELAPSED TIME 11 2H20101A (E)p02-13 11 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Introduction Identification of Controls (continued) The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in for details. Remote control POWER button VCR DVD button EJECT button (VCR) CLOCK/COUNTER button VCR MENU button SETUP button CM SKIP button ZOOM button TOP MENU button Direction buttons ( / / / ) SET+/Ð buttons CH+/Ð buttons CANCEL button CLEAR button STOP button ! ' !! ! ## ! "# "' "# ! !" $ "# " PAUSE/STEP button ! "! INDEXÐ button !! SKIP button "" REW button ! REC/OTR button !" TIMER REC button Direct channel selection buttons (0Ð9) Number buttons (0Ð9) "" !$ !% & "# COUNTER RESET button ! ANGLE button "' ATR button ! SUBTITLE button # OPEN/CLOSE button (DVD) " TV/VCR button INPUT SELECT button " SLOW button ! "" MENU button "' ENTER button ! ## RETURN button ## PLAY button ! " INDEX+ button !! button "" SKIP FF button ! "" A-B RPT button "% SP/SLP button !" PLAYMODE button "% CALL button DISPLAY button ZERO RETURN button ! SEARCH button "# MARKER button "$ AUDIO SELECT button !' AUDIO button # MENU button Use the MENU button to display the menu included on many DVD video discs. To operate a menu, follow the instructions in “DVD Menu.” 49 12 2H20101A (E)p02-13 12 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Introduction Inserting batteries 1 Open the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. 2 Install two “R03/AAA” batteries (supplied), paying attention to the polarity diagram in the battery compartment. 3 Replace the compartment cover. Battery precautions The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device: 1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified (R03/AAA). 2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment. Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device. To avoid a potential short circuit, insert the “–” end first. 3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones. 4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage. 5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions.) 6. Dispose of used batteries in a designated area. Do not throw batteries into a fire. Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal. Remote control basics • Press POWER to turn the DVD/VCR on or off. • Select your desired operating mode (DVD or VCR) using VCR DVD. (DVD or VCR indicator on the front panel will show you which mode is selected.) • Press CH + or CH – to move through the channels one channel at a time. • The / / / are also used to navigate on-screen menu system. • You can directly access specific channels using Direct channel selection buttons (0–9). • Each press of VCR DVD on the remote control, switches the screen between the VCR screen (VCR mode) and the DVD screen (DVD mode). Operation • Aim the remote control at the remote sensor and press control buttons to operate. • Operate the remote control within 30° angle on either side of the remote sensor, up to a distance of approx. 7 meters. Approx. 7 meters 13 2H20101A (E)p02-13 13 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Connections Antenna connections If you are using an antenna system, follow these instructions. If you are a Cable TV subscriber, skip ahead to page 16 for the proper connections. Antenna to DVD/VCR connection The DVD/VCR must be connected “between” the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and connect it to the DVD/VCR. Then connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antenna system to a DVD/VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection diagram. 1 Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable DVD/VCR IN (ANT) 75 ohm Coaxial Cable OUT (TV) Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire 2 DVD/VCR IN (ANT) Matching Transformer 300 ohm Input 75 ohm output (not supplied) OUT (TV) 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire (not supplied) 3 DVD/VCR Separate VHF and UHF Antennas UHF VHF Combiner 75/300 ohm Inputs 75 ohm output (not supplied) 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire (not supplied) IN (ANT) OUT (TV) 75 ohm Coaxial Cable Note: If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires, use a combiner having two 300 ohm inputs and one 75 ohm output. Notes: • A clear picture will not be obtained by the DVD/VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect the antenna to the DVD/VCR properly. • For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The use of an outdoor type antenna is required. • If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel. 14 2H20101A (E)p14-17 14 2/1/05, 7:51 PM DVD/VCR to TV connection After you have connected the antenna to the DVD/VCR, you must connect the DVD/VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting your DVD/VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and follow the connection diagram. This DVD/VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antenna inputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the DVD/VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception. Connections TV Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the “TV” mode. VHF/UHF IN 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) TV with single 75 ohm VHF/UHF antenna input TV Note: 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) Splitter 75 ohm Input 75/300 ohm outputs (not supplied) UHF If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the “TV” mode. VHF TV with 300 ohm UHF and 75 ohm VHF antenna inputs TV UHF 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) Splitter 75 ohm Input 300 ohm outputs (not supplied) Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the “TV” mode. VHF TV with 300 ohm UHF and 300 ohm VHF antenna inputs 15 2H20101A (E)p14-17 15 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Connections Cable TV connections Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. This DVD/VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box, except for those premium channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to a premium channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception. 1 DVD/VCR TV IN (ANT) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) Incoming Cable OUT (TV) Allows: * Recording of nonscrambled channels. * Use of the programmable timer. * Recording of one channel while watching another. DVD/VCR 2 Converter/ Descrambler TV IN (ANT) Incoming Cable VHF/UHF IN (ANT) OUT (TV) Allows: * Recording of channels through the converter box (scrambled and unscrambled). * Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box. Note: To record from converter/descrambler, DVD/ VCR tuner must be tuned to the converter output channel, usually channel 3 or 4. Prevents: * Recording one channel while watching another. * Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels. 3 DVD/VCR TV IN (ANT) Incoming Cable Converter/Descrambler VHF/UHF IN (ANT) OUT (TV) Allows: * Recording of nonscrambled channels. * Use of the programmable timer. * Recording an unscrambled channel while watching any channel selected at the converter box. Prevents: Recording scrambled channels. Note: If you are playing a tape or using the tuner built into the DVD/VCR, the converter must be set to the video channel output of the DVD/ VCR (either 3 or 4). Note: Whenever a Converter/Descrambler box is placed before the DVD/VCR, you must tune the DVD/VCR to the output of the Converter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4. 16 2H20101A (E)p14-17 16 2/1/05, 7:51 PM IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CABLE menu option is set to the “CABLE” mode. This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult your local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are many ways to connect your DVD/VCR to a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection. TV Splitter A/B Switch IN (ANT) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) A Incoming Cable Converter/Descrambler Allows: * * * Prevents: * OUT (TV) B Connections 4 DVD/VCR Recording of one channel while watching another. Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box. Recording of all channels through the converter box. Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel. * Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels. DVD/VCR 5 TV Splitter IN (ANT) Converter/Descrambler OUT (TV) Incoming Cable VHF/UHF IN (ANT) A/B Switch A B Allows: * * * * Prevents: Recording of nonscrambled channels. Recording of one channel while watching another. Watching premium channels through the converter while recording nonscrambled channels. Using the programmable timer. Recording scrambled channels. DVD/VCR 6 TV Converter/Descrambler Splitter IN (ANT) Incoming Cable Converter/Descrambler OUT (TV) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) A/B Switch A B Allows: * Recording of all channels through the converter box. * Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watching another (scrambled or unscrambled) channel. * Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box. Prevents: Using the DVD/VCR tuner to select channels. 17 2H20101A (E)p14-17 17 2/1/05, 7:51 PM Connections Connecting to a TV Connect the DVD/VCR to your TV. Note: This method transports VHS and DVD-video signals. For enhanced DVD-video performance, we recommend you also connect the S-video or ColorStream® component video outputs to your TV/monitor. 19 Connecting to a TV Signal flow (yellow) (red) (white) To wall outlet To ANALOG AUDIO OUT To VIDEO OUT Audio/video cable (supplied) To audio inputs To video input (yellow) (red) (white) TV or monitor with audio/video inputs Notes: • Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well. • When you connect the DVD/VCR to your TV, be sure to turn off the power and unplug both units from the wall outlet before making any connections. • If your television set has one audio input, connect the left and right audio outputs of the DVD/VCR to a Y cable adapter (not supplied) and then connect to your TV. • Connect the DVD/VCR directly to your TV. If you connect the DVD/VCR to a VCR, TV/VCR combination or video selector, the playback picture may be distorted as DVD video discs are copy protected. 18 2H20101A (E)p18-25 18 2/1/05, 7:51 PM S-video output An S-Video connection is superior to Video (Yellow) output. Use this method for DVD playback when the connected television has SVideo input, and does not have component video inputs. Component video outputs PROGRESSIVE outputs Some TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs that are capable of reproducing a progressively scanned video signal. Connecting to these inputs allows you to view the highest quality pictures with less flicker. INTERLACED outputs Some TVs or monitors are equipped with component video inputs. Connecting to these inputs allows you to enjoy the highest quality DVD picture playback. Notes: • Actual labels for component video inputs may vary depending on the TV manufacturer. (ex. Y, R-Y, B-Y or Y, CB, CR) • In some TVs or monitors, the color levels of the playback picture may be reduced slightly or the tint may change. In such a case, adjust the TV or monitor for optimum performance. The S-video output and component video output transports the DVD-video signal exclusively and will deliver enhanced DVD video picture performance. Connections Connecting to an audio system and TV equipped with S-video input/component video inputs Signal flow To ANALOG AUDIO OUT (white) (red) To wall outlet To SVIDEO OUT To PR/CR VIDEO OUT To PB/CB VIDEO OUT To Y VIDEO OUT Component video cable (not supplied) If you connect the DVD/VCR to your TV with the DVD OUT jacks, select the corresponding video input on your television to watch DVD video discs. Audio cable (not supplied) To audio inputs of the amplifier To Y video input (red) (white) To PB/CB video input To PR/CR video input To S-video input S-video cable (not supplied) To switch the scan mode between the interlace and progressive modes, see page 59. TV or monitor with ColorStream® component video inputs Audio system Notes: • Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected equipment as well. • When you connect the DVD/VCR to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet before making any connections. • If you place the DVD/VCR near a tuner or radio, the radio broadcast sound might be distorted. In this case, place the DVD/ VCR away from the tuner and radio. • The output sound of the DVD/VCR has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the receiver’s volume to a moderate listening level. Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound. • Turn off the amplifier before you connect or disconnect the DVD/VCR’s power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, the speakers may be damaged. • When connecting to a TV using the Video or S-video jack, make sure that the Progressive indicator “ ” on the display window is not lit. If it is lit, the Video and S-video outputs do not feed the correct signals and you cannot see any picture. To turn off the Progressive indicator, select PROGRESSIVE scan Off #' . 19 2H20101A (E)p18-25 19 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Connections Connecting to optional equipment You can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds of DVD video discs or audio CDs by connecting the DVD/VCR to optional audio equipment. For connection to your TV, see “Connecting to a TV” 18 19 . • This selection uses the following reference mark. : Front speaker : Rear speaker : Sub woofer : Center speaker : Signal flow Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is the surround sound technology used in theaters showing the latest movies, and is now available to reproduce this realistic effect in the home. You can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video discs encoded via the Dolby Digital recording system with this dynamic realistic sound by connecting the DVD/VCR to a 6 channel amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder or Dolby Digital processor. If you have a Dolby Pro Logic Surround decoder, you will obtain the full benefit of Pro Logic from the same DVD movies that provide full 5.1-channel Dolby Digital soundtracks, as well as from titles with the Dolby Surround mark. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • Use DVD video discs encoded via the Dolby Digital recording system. Amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder To COAXIAL type digital audio input To COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) Connecting to an amplifier equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic Dolby Surround Pro Logic You can enjoy the dynamic realistic sound of Dolby Surround Pro Logic by connecting an amplifier and speaker system (right and left front speakers, a center speaker, and one or two rear speakers). With an amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital Connect the equipment the same way as described in “Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder.” Refer to that amplifier’s owner’s manual and set the amplifier so you can enjoy Dolby Surround Pro Logic sound. With an amplifier not equipped with Dolby Digital Connect the equipment as follows. • This connection is only suitable for Video CDs and Audio CDs. * * Connect one or two rear speakers. The output sound from the rear speakers will be monaural even if you connect two rear speakers. Amplifier equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic To audio input To ANALOG AUDIO OUT Audio cable (not supplied) Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a DTS decoder Digital Theater Systems (DTS) DTS is a high quality surround technology used in theaters and now available for home use, on DVD video discs or audio CDs. If you have a DTS decoder or processor, you can obtain the full benefit of 5.1 channel DTS encoded sound tracks on DVD video discs or audio CDs. Amplifier equipped with a DTS decoder To COAXIAL type digital audio input 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. • Use DVD video discs or audio CDs encoded via the DTS recording system. To COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 20 2H20101A (E)p18-25 20 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Warning When playing DTS-encoded discs (audio CDs), excessive noise may be output from the analog stereo jacks. To avoid possible damage to the audio system, you should take proper precautions when the ANALOG AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks of the DVD/VCR are connected to an amplification system. (Do not leave the ANALOG AUDIO OUT (L/R) wires dangling.) To enjoy DTS Digital Surround™ playback, an external 5.1 channel DTS Digital Surround™ decoder system must be connected to the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD/VCR. Connecting to an amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoder Connections MPEG2 sound You can enjoy motion picture and live concert DVD video discs encorded via the MPEG2 recording system with dynamic realistic sound by connecting an amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoder or MPEG2 audio processor. Amplifier equipped with an MPEG2 audio decoder To COAXIAL type digital audio input • Use DVD video discs encoded via the MPEG2 recording system. To COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) Connecting to an amplifier equipped with a digital audio input 2 channel digital stereo You can enjoy the dynamic sound of 2 channel digital stereo by connecting an amplifier equipped with a digital audio input and speaker system (right and left front speakers). Amplifier equipped with a digital audio input To COAXIAL type digital audio input To COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) Notes: • DO NOT connect the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD/VCR to the AC-3 RF input of a Dolby Digital Receiver. This input on your A/V Receiver is reserved for Laserdisc use only and is incompatible with the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD/VCR. • Connect the BITSTREAM/PCM AUDIO OUT jack of the DVD/VCR to the “COAXIAL” input of a Receiver or Processor. • Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected equipment as well. • When you connect the DVD/VCR to other equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet before making any connections. • The output sound of the DVD/VCR has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust the receiver’s volume to a moderate listening level. Otherwise, the speakers and your hearing may be damaged by a sudden high volume sound. • Turn off the amplifier before you connect or disconnect the DVD/VCR’s power cord. If you leave the amplifier power on, the speakers may be damaged. 21 2H20101A (E)p18-25 21 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Basic setup POWER VCR DVD TV/VCR Setting the video channel When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only. To view playback of a recorded tape or DVD disc, or to watch a program selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel). 3 4 Setting the video channel 1 Press and hold 3 or 4 on the remote for 3 seconds in standby mode. The video channel will start to flash for 3 seconds in the display window. OR 2 Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR. 3 Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. 4 Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond with the channel selected in step 1. 5 Press TV/VCR to select the VCR position. 6 Select any channel to receive a TV station in your area. The channel number will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds. For a push-button TV tuner If CH 3 or 4 corresponding to the video channel cannot be tuned on your TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR 3/4 channel selector and the TV to CH 3 or 4, play back a prerecorded tape and tune the TV to receive a sharp color picture from the video cassette recorder. Refer to your TV owner's manual for details. Note: If the unit does not operate properly, or No key operation (by the unit and/or the remote control): Static electricity, etc., may affect the player's operation. Disconnect the AC power cord once, then connect it again. The VCR indicator on the front panel will light. The VCR indicator will appear in the display window. 22 2H20101A (E)p18-25 22 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Setting the language VCR DVD VCR MENU You can choose from three different languages (English, French and Spanish) for the on-screen displays. ENTER SET +/– Setting the language • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) 1 4 Press VCR MENU until the MENU screen is cleared. Basic setup Preparation: Press VCR MENU. The VCR menu screen will appear. Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”, then press ENTER. If you use the unit for the first time and press VCR MENU, instead of the main menu screen the “SYSTEM SETUP” menu screen in step 2 may appear. Notes: • Both the VCR and the DVD have their own player menus 55 . • If no buttons are pressed for more than 60 seconds, the VCR MENU screen will return to normal TV-operation automatically. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP 〈 2 +/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 Press SET + or – to select “LANGUAGE”, then press ENTER. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 3 Press SET + or – to select the desired language: English (ENGLISH), Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French (FRANCAIS), then press ENTER. LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH ESPAOL FRANCAIS 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 23 2H20101A (E)p18-25 23 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Basic setup POWER VCR DVD Clock setting VCR MENU The AUTO CLOCK function will automatically set the built-in clock (Month, Day, Year and Time) when the DVD/VCR is connected to an Antenna or Cable system and it is turned off. The DVD/VCR searches for a station in your area containing the necessary AUTO CLOCK setting signals. Once received, it will take approximately 4 minutes for the clock to set itself automatically. ENTER SET +/– CALL AUTO CLOCK setting To set AUTO CLOCK to off Preparation: When shipped from factory the AUTO CLOCK is set to “ON”. But if you do not want AUTO CLOCK setting: • Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) 1 2 3 Connect the Antenna or Cable system. 4 Wait at least three minutes and press POWER. 5 1 Press VCR MENU. • If you use a cable box, turn it on. +/Ð/ENTER/MENU Plug the AC power cord to the AC outlet. Make sure the DVD/VCR is turned off. • If you press POWER, the Auto Clock set is not programmed. Press CALL to check the clock setting on the on screen display. 8 : 47AM MON STEREO SAP MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP 2 Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”, then press ENTER. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 3 Press SET + or – to select “AUTO CLOCK”. 4 Press ENTER to select “OFF”. 5 Press VCR MENU repeatedly to return to the normal screen. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME +/Ð/ENTER/MENU CH 125 00 : 00 : 00 SP 6 If the clock is not set, check the antenna condition. The AUTO CLOCK may not function properly if the reception condition is not good. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME +/Ð/ENTER/MENU AUTO CLOCK adjustment The auto clock adjustment will be updated at 6:00 AM, 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM everyday when the DVD/VCR turned off. • If you use a cable box and you want AUTO CLOCK adjustment to be performed, the cable box must be left on. • The AUTO CLOCK adjustment is not effective when there is a difference of more than 5 minutes exists between the built-in clock time and the actual time. • When the AUTO CLOCK is set to “OFF”, the AUTO CLOCK adjustment does not function. • Set the clock manually 26 . 24 2H20101A (E)p18-25 24 2/1/05, 7:52 PM To set STANDARD TIME To set DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME In the rare event that you live within broadcast range of two stations in two different time zones, the DVD/VCR may recognize the wrong station for the AUTO CLOCK setting. To correct the situation: You can set the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME automatically or manually. 1 1 Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”, then press ENTER. Basic setup MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP Press VCR MENU. +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 2 MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”, then press ENTER. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 3 Press SET + or – to select your time zone, then press ENTER. ATLANTIC : GMT–4hours EASTERN : GMT–5hours CENTRAL : GMT–6hours MOUNTAIN : GMT–7hours PACIFIC : GMT–8hours ALASKA : GMT–9hours HAWAII : GMT–10hours AUTO : AUTO SET (GMT: Greenwich Mean Time) 5 2 Press SET + or – to select “DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME”, then press ENTER. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME +/Ð/ENTER/MENU Press SET + or – to select “STANDARD TIME”, then press ENTER. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 4 +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 3 Press SET + or – to select one of the options, then press ENTER. Press VCR MENU until the MENU screen is cleared. for manual setting (forward one hour) for manual setting OFF: (back one hour) AUTO: for automatic setting (read XDS in the signal) ON: When you want to set the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME manually, on the first Sunday in April you set to “ON”, and on the last Sunday in October you set to “OFF”. DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ON OFF Press VCR MENU until the MENU screen is cleared. AUTO 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 Notes: • When shipped from factory, the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME is Notes: set to “AUTO” position. • To be able to select the standard time, the clock must first be • When the clock is not set, DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME setting set by AUTO CLOCK once. is not available. • If you live in Newfoundland and the AUTO CLOCK does not function properly, set the AUTO CLOCK menu option to “OFF” • When there is no DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME in your area, always select “OFF” position in step 3. and set the clock manually. 25 2H20101A (E)p18-25 25 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Basic setup Clock setting (continued) VCR MENU SET +/– If the AUTO CLOCK process did not set the date and time correctly, you must set them manually for timer recording and DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME. ENTER CANCEL Manual clock setting EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” March, 26 (SAT), 2005. 1 Press VCR MENU. 2 Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”, then press ENTER. 8 : 30AM SAT MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 3 6 After setting the clock, date and time starts functioning automatically. To make corrections any time during the process Press CANCEL repeatedly until the item you want to change blinks, then press SET + or –. Note: After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the timer settings will be lost. In this case, reset the present time. Press SET + or – to select “CLOCK SET”, then press ENTER. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 4 Press SET + or – to set the month, then press ENTER. MONTH DAY 3 1 (TUE) YEAR 2005 TIME 12 : 00AM 〈+/Ð/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU 〉 5 Set the day, year and time as in step 4. MONTH 3 DAY 26 (SAT) YEAR 2005 TIME 8 : 30AM 〈+/Ð/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU 〉 26 2H20101A (E)p26-31 26 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Tuner setting VCR DVD VCR MENU This DVD/VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be programmed into the DVD/VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this DVD/VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. To use this DVD/VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the TV mode. When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in the CABLE mode. TV/CABLE selection SET +/– Setting channels automatically • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) 1 Repeat left step 1 and press SET + or – to select “AUTO CH MEMORY”. CH SETUP TV CABLE AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “CH SETUP”, then press ENTER. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 2 Press ENTER. Auto tuning will begin. The channel display will count up and when finished, the screen returns to normal. +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 2 Basic setup Preparation: 1 ENTER +0 Press SET + or – to select “TV/CABLE”. CH SETUP TV CABLE AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 3 Press ENTER to select the TV or CABLE mode. The arrow indicates the selected mode. CH SETUP TV CABLE AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE TV - VHF/UHF channels CABLE - Cable TV channels 4 +/Ð/ENTER/MENU Press VCR MENU until the menu screen is cleared. Note: You can’t select “CH SETUP” if you set the channel to “L1” or “L2”. 27 2H20101A (E)p26-31 27 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Basic setup Tuner setting (continued) VCR MENU ENTER SET +/– 0–9 To ADD/DELETE channels Noise elimination 1 When you don't want to receive a weak signal broadcast, a Blue back screen can be obtained by selecting the NO NOISE BACKGROUND “ON”. When the unit is shipped from the factory, the NO NOISE BACKGROUND is set to “ON”. Repeat the step 1 on page 27. Then press SET + or – to select the “ADD/DELETE” and press ENTER. CH SETUP 1 TV CABLE AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE Repeat the steps 1~2 on page 26 and press SET + or – to select “NO NOISE BACKGROUND”. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 2 To Add or Delete desired channels 1) Press Direct channel selection buttons (0–9) or SET +/– to select a channel number you want to add or delete. 2) To add channels Press ENTER until “ADD” appears on the screen. To delete channels Press ENTER until “DELETE” appears on the screen. The channel number will blink 2 Press ENTER to select “ON” or “OFF” position. 3 Press VCR MENU until the menu screen is cleared. SYSTEM SETUP CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF AUTO CLOCK ON OFF STANDARD TIME DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME 〈+/-/ENTER/MENU 〉 3) Repeat 1) to 2) to add or delete other channel. ADD CH 003 +/Ð/0Ð9/ENTER/MENU 3 Press VCR MENU until the menu screen is cleared. 28 2H20101A (E)p26-31 28 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Playback (VCR) Loading and unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked EJECT . Loading Push the center of the tape until it is automatically inserted. Insert the cassette tape with its labeled side facing up and the erase prevention tab positioned at your left. An inverted cassette tape cannot be inserted. Basic setupPlayback (VCR) Erase prevention tab Automatic power ON When you insert a cassette tape the DVD/VCR power will turn ON automatically. Automatic playback When loading a cassette tape without an erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically. Unloading 1 Press EJECT on the front panel or on the remote. 2 Remove the cassette tape. or Automatic tape eject This DVD/VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tape has ended. Once the tape is rewound to its beginning, the cassette tape will be ejected automatically. To prevent accidental erasure To prevent accidental erasure Remove the erase prevention tab with a screwdriver. To record again Cover the hole with a piece of adhesive tape. Screwdriver Erase prevention tab Adhesive tape Tape speed and maximum recording time Tape Speed Video cassette tape T-160 T-120 T-90 T-60 T-30 SP (Standard Play) 2-2/3 hours 2 hours 1-1/2 hours 1 hour 30 minutes SLP (Super Long Play) 8 hours 6 hours 4-1/2 hours 3 hours 1-1/2 hours 29 2H20101A (E)p26-31 29 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Playback (VCR) Cassette tape playback VCR DVD To play a prerecorded tape. PLAY STOP FF REW Playback Rewind or forward the tape Preparation: Stop the playback or recording via STOP on remote. • Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light). To rewind the tape: 1 Press REW. Load a prerecorded tape (When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically). To forward the tape: Press FF. 2 To start playback Press PLAY. Playback will start. “ ” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds. To discontinue the tape-winding, press STOP. To switch to playback directly (without STOP), press PLAY. Forward/Reverse picture search mode To stop playback Press STOP once. The tape will stop but remain fully loaded and ready to play. “ ” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds. When the tape is being winded, you can switch to picture search mode (see next page). To do this, press REW or FF and hold it down. The unit will resume the tape advance or rewinding as soon as the button is released. Notes: • This VCR selects the playback tape speed SP, LP or SLP automatically. • The Cassette tape and DVD disc can be played back simultaneously. If you press DVD/VCR selector, the tape playback and DVD playback alternate with each other on the screen (via CH3, 4 or video connection). 30 2H20101A (E)p26-31 30 2/1/05, 7:52 PM CM SKIP SLOW SET +/– Special playback PAUSE/STEP PLAY FF REW ATR Adjusting tracking condition Reverse picture search function Press REW once or twice during playback. Forward picture search function Press FF once or twice during playback. To return to playback, press PLAY. Automatic tracking adjustment Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, the automatic tracking feature continuously analyzes the signal to enable optimum picture quality during playback. SPEED SEARCH TIMES TAPE SPEED PICTURE SEARCH SPEED PRESS ONCE PRESS TWICE SP (Standard Play) 3X 5X LP (Long Play) 7X 9X SLP (Super Long Play) 9X 15 X Manual tracking adjustment If automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well during playback, press SET +/– to eliminate the noise. “MANUAL TR.” will appear on the screen. Press it briefly for a fine adjustment, or press and hold for a coarse adjustment. Playback (VCR) Picture search Press ATR to reactivate automatic tracking again. “AUTO TR.” will appear on the screen. Still picture Press PAUSE/STEP during playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY or PAUSE/STEP. Slow motion During playback press SLOW. To return to playback, press PLAY or SLOW. Slow tracking and vertical lock adjustment If noise bars appear in the picture during slow motion, press the SET + /– to reduce the noise bars. If the still picture jitters excessively, press SET +/– to stabilize the still picture. Frame by frame picture Press PAUSE/STEP during playback. Press SLOW repeatedly: The picture advances frame by frame. To return to playback, press PLAY or PAUSE/STEP. CM skip Press CM SKIP during playback. The DVD/VCR will search forward through approximately 30 seconds of the tape (e.g. unwanted commercial time) for each press of CM SKIP (maximum six presses) and then resume normal playback. For example : 1 press: 30 seconds of tape 2 press: 60 seconds of tape 3 press: 90 seconds of tape AUTO TR. Notes: • The audio output is muted during PICTURE, STILL, FRAME ADVANCE and SLOW MOTION. • During picture search mode there will be noise bars. This is not a defect. • Playback will commence after approx. 5 minutes to protect the video tape against excessive wear during pause mode. Video head cleaning Video head clogging The video heads are the means by which the DVD/VCR reads the picture from the tape during playback. In the unlikely event that the heads become dirty enough to be clogged, no picture will be displayed. This can easily be determined if, during playback of a known good tape, there is good sound, but no picture (picture is extremely snowy). If this is the case, have the DVD/VCR checked and cleaned by qualified service personnel. Good Picture Snowy Picture Notes: • DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE VIDEO HEADS OR SERVICE THE UNIT BY REMOVING THE REAR COVER. • Video heads may eventually wear out and should be replaced when they fail to produce clear pictures. • To help prevent video head clogging, use only good quality VHS tapes. Discard worn out tapes. 31 2H20101A (E)p26-31 31 2/1/05, 7:52 PM Playback (VCR) CLOCK/COUNTER VCR MENU SET +/– Convenience function ENTER STOP PLAY CALL ZERO RETURN COUNTER RESET Repeat playback Zero return function The entire video tape will play until its end. The tape will automatically rewind to the beginning and the playback will be repeated. This function rewinds the tape to the “00:00:00” counter position automatically. 1 Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “AUTO REPEAT”. 1 Press CLOCK/COUNTER. 2 Press COUNTER RESET at the desired tape position. 3 Press STOP when playback or recording is completed. Press ZERO RETURN. The counter display shows the tape running time during playback or recording. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 2 Press ENTER to select “ON” or “OFF”. If “ON” is selected, the playback will be repeated endlessly. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP The counter display will be reset to “00:00:00” position (e.g. the beginning of recording). +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 3 4 Press VCR MENU until the menu screen is cleared. If you press CALL, “ ” will appear on the screen 11 . The tape will automatically rewind or fast forward to the “00:00:00” counter position. To commence playback, press PLAY. The playback will be repeated endlessly. To cancel repeat mode: Follow the above step 1, then press ENTER to select “OFF” position. Press VCR MENU to return to the TV. 32 2H20101A (E)p32-37 32 2/1/05, 7:53 PM VCR DVD CLOCK/COUNTER STOP INDEX +/– Clock/counter display Press CLOCK/COUNTER. The clock and tape counter alternate with each other in the display window. COUNTER Press VCR DVD selector. The DVD mode and the VCR mode alternate with each other in the display. DVD mode This function enables you to locate the beginning of any recording made on the VCR. Recording an INDEX mark The Index Search function automatically records an INDEX mark on the tape whenever a recording is initiated. CH 001 Playback (VCR) CLOCK Video index search system INDEX Index search Press INDEX + or – during stop or play mode. For Succeeding programs: Press INDEX +. For Preceding programs: Press INDEX –. (As many as 9 index points can be accessed via this method.) When the INDEX + or – is pressed, the unit starts searching the INDEX NO. selected and finds the portion, then playback starts automatically. To stop the Index Search, press STOP. or is displayed INDEX NO. (up to 9) VCR mode Notes: • If you rewind the tape beyond “00:00:00”, a minus sign (“–”) will be displayed in front of the time. • When you load a tape, the counter will reset to “00:00:00”. • The counter does not function on nonrecorded (blank) sections of the tape. When you rewind, fast forward or play tapes through blank sections, the counter stops. Notes: • When you record an INDEX mark at the very beginning of the tape, the mark may not be found. • During INDEX search, the tape may stop and begin to play at a slightly different location. • INDEX may not function properly with old or worn out video tapes. • INDEX marks may not be found if it is extremely close to the point where the search began. • In recording, if you stop recording temporarily, the INDEX mark is not recorded on the tape. SQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback) You can playback video cassette tapes recorded in the S-VHS system. However, the picture will not have the high resolution of S-VHS system. Note: You cannot record S-VHS video format with this VCR. 33 2H20101A (E)p32-37 33 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Recording (VCR) VCR DVD Recording a TV program CH +/– Recording and viewing the same TV program. REC/OTR SP/SLP 0–9 Recording a TV program Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) 1 4 Press Number buttons or CH +/– to select the channel to be recorded. +0 Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. The DVD/VCR will automatically turn on. TV mode direct channel selection: All channels can be instantly selected by using two buttons. (for example, to select channel 2, press “0”, then “2”. If you press only “2”, channel selection will be delayed for two seconds.) For channels 10 and above, press the 2 digits in order. CABLE mode direct channel selection: 1-9 2 Press SP/SLP to select the desired tape speed SP or SLP. The tape counter and “SP” or “SLP” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds. Press 0 twice and then 1-9 as required. Example: To select “2”, Press 002. 10-12 Press 0 first and then the remaining 2 digits in order from left to right. Example: Press 012 for “12”. 13-99 Press 2 digits in order. Example: Press 22 for “22”. 100-125 Press the 3 digits in order. Example: Press 110 for “110”. VHF/UHF/CABLE TV CHANNELS TV VHF 2-13 UHF 14-69 00 : 00 : 00 SP 3 CABLE TV VHF 2-13 STD/HRC/IRC 14-36 (A) (W) 37-59 (AA) (WW) 60-85 (AAA) (ZZZ) 86-94 (86) (94) 95-99 (A-5) (A-1) 100-125 (100)(125) 01 (5A) Select “TV” or “CABLE” to the appropriate position 27 . TV - VHF/UHF channels CABLE - Cable TV channels 5 Press REC/OTR. “ ” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds and “REC” will appear on the display window. CH 110 INDEX 34 2H20101A (E)p32-37 34 2/1/05, 7:53 PM TV/VCR PAUSE/STEP STOP To stop recording Press STOP to stop recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. Auto Rewind feature This VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tape has ended (except during OTR and timer recording). It will also eject the tape. Recording (VCR) To stop recording temporarily Press PAUSE/STEP to avoid recording unwanted material. Press again to continue the recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. +0 Notes: • The pause function will be released after 5 minutes to prevent damage to the tape or the VCR. The VCR will change to the STOP mode. • You can select a recording channel in the recording pause mode. Recording one program while watching another While the VCR is recording, select your desired channel on the TV. When a TV is connected with an antenna cable only, press TV/VCR to select the TV position. The “VCR” display will go off and recording will continue. Select the TV channel you want to watch by using the TV channel selector. Note: Some Cable TV hookups do not permit viewing one channel while recording another. See pages 16 and 17 . 35 2H20101A (E)p32-37 35 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Recording (VCR) VCR DVD One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) CH +/– The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. STOP REC/OTR SP/SLP 0–9 One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select to the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) Example: One-touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes. 1 2 4 Press Direct channel selection buttons (0–9) or CH +/– to select the channel to be recorded. +0 Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. The VCR will automatically turn on. 5 Press REC/OTR. Recording begins. Press the button again to stop recording after 30 minutes. Each additional press of REC/OTR will increase recording time as shown in the chart below, up to a maximum of 6 hours. The OTR and recording time will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds. And, “ ” will appear on the display. Press SP/SLP to select the desired tape speed SP or SLP. Press Recording time NORMAL REC once 0:30 twice 1:00 3 times 1:30 4 times 2:00 5 times The tape counter and “SP” or “SLP” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds. Press Recording time 3:00 6 times 4:00 7 times 5:00 8 times 6:00 9 times 10 times NORMAL REC OTR 0 : 30 CH 110 00 : 00 : 00 SP INDEX 3 Set “TV” or “CABLE” option to the appropriate position 27 . To cancel OTR TV - VHF/UHF channels CABLE - Cable TV channels Press STOP or turn off the power. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. Note: If you wish to watch the DVD playback during OTR or standard recording, press VCR DVD selector to change to DVD mode and perform the DVD playback 42 . 36 2H20101A (E)p32-37 36 2/1/05, 7:53 PM VCR DVD EJECT VCR MENU SET +/– Timer recording Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with the remote control. The built-in timer allows automatic unattended recording of up to 8 programs within 1 month. ENTER CANCEL TIMER REC Timer recording Preparation: • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. • Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. • Check the time and date are correct 24 . Example: Program a timer recording for the 26th day, channel 125 (Cable TV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer program number 1 (Tape speed: SLP). MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ START END Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ CH ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ 〈+/Ð/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU 〉 Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Press SET + or – to select the date, then press ENTER. DATE START END CH —:—— — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — 26(SA) —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — — — — — — — — 〈+/—/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 4 Set the start time, end time, channel and tape speed as in step 3. DATE START END 26(SA) 11:00PM 11:30PM 125 SLP — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— CH — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— 〈+/—/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU 〉 — — — — — — — Notes: • Press CANCEL to move cursor backward for correction. • To record from external source set the channel to “L1” or “L2”. DATE START END 26(SA) 11:00PM 11:30PM 125 SLP — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — — — — — — —— : — — —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— —:—— CH — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — —— — — — — — — — 〈+/—/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU 〉 6 Press SET + or – to select one of the program line, then press ENTER. DATE 3 • To return to the normal screen, press VCR MENU twice. Press VCR MENU. Select “TIMER REC SET”, then press ENTER. +/Ð/ENTER/MENU 2 To enter other programs, repeat step 2 through 4. Recording (VCR) 1 5 Press TIMER REC. The timer symbol ( ) will appear on the display and the VCR stands by for recording. At the same time, VCR mode will change to DVD mode automatically. You can use DVD even if the VCR is in the timer recording mode. If you do not use the DVD, turn the power off. Notes: • The timer recording will start at 5 seconds before the time you predetermined. • If the timer symbol( ) does not appear on the display in spite of the pressing of TIMER REC, the cassette may not have been loaded 29 . • If the cassette is ejected in spite of the pressing of TIMER REC, the erase prevention tab of the cassette may have been removed 29 . Notes: • If the timer symbol ( ) blinks when the timer recording ended, the TV program has not been completely recorded because of an insufficient tape length. Press TIMER REC to cancel the timer program or press EJECT to remove the cassette tape. • During timer recording standby mode, the VCR mode cannot be operated. To use the VCR, press TIMER REC at first, then press VCR DVD selector to change to VCR mode. After you use the VCR, press TIMER REC again to put the VCR into timer recording standby mode. • If you press TIMER REC during timer recording, the recording operation will be interrupted. If you press TIMER REC again within the programmed time, the recording operation will start again. • After a power failure or disconnection of the power plug, all programmed recording settings and time display will be lost upon resumption of power. In this case, reset the clock 24 and reprogram any timer recording. 37 2H20101A (E)p32-37 37 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Recording (VCR) Timer recording (continued) VCR DVD VCR MENU SET +/– ENTER CANCEL TIMER REC Setting procedure To set daily/weekly timer To confirm or cancel a program Weekly (e.g. WKL-TU: each Tuesday) or daily (e.g. MOSA: Monday to Saturday) Timer recording Follow the procedure of timer recording on the previous page. At step 3 press SET + or – repeatedly until the desired setting appears. Then press ENTER. 1 If the Timer has been activated, press TIMER REC to deactivate the Timer. 2 To confirm Timer program: The timer symbol ( ) will disappear. Then press VCR DVD selector to change to VCR mode. When you press SET – repeatedly, the DATE indicator will change as follows, in this case the day is Friday. The current day (Friday) SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday) MO-SA (Monday to Saturday) One month later minus one day MO-FR (Monday to Friday) WKL-WE (Weekly Wednesday) WKL-TH (Weekly Thursday) DATE WKL-WE START END At step 1 on the previous page select “TIMER REC SET” and press ENTER. The timer program list will appear on the screen. CH 〈+/Ð/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 If the programs overlap another 9 : 00 10 : 00 START END 11:00PM 11:30PM 125 SLP CH 〈+/—/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 3 To cancel Timer program: Press SET + or – to select the unwanted program, then press CANCEL to cancel the program. Do not overlap timer programs as portions of the conflicting programs will be lost. The first recording time has priority over the next recording time as shown in the diagram below. 8 : 00 DATE 26(SA) DATE ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ ÐÐÐÐÐÐ 11 : 00 Program 1 START END Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ Ð:ÐÐ CH ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ ÐÐÐ 〈+/Ð/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU 〉 Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Ð Program 2 Deleted Parts Program 3 Non Recorded Portion Parts Recording Control Settings Prog.1 Prog.2 Prog.3 4 Press VCR MENU repeatedly until the menu screen is cleared. Notes: • The daily/weekly recording can be made continuously until the recording is canceled or the tape reaches the end. Notes: • During timer recording the automatic rewinding mechanism • If there are other timer record programs remaining, TIMER does not function. REC must be pressed to reactivate the timer, otherwise the remaining timer record programs will be ignored. • You cannot confirm the Timer program during timer recording operation. • You can correct or cancel a programmed setting in program confirm mode. 38 2H20101A (E)p38-41 38 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Other functions (VCR) VCR MENU Stereo recording and playback / Second Audio Program (SAP) ENTER SET +/– AUDIO SELECT Stereo recording and playback Second Audio Program (SAP) The VHS Hi-Fi audio system permits high fidelity recording of MTS STEREO TV broadcasts. Your DVD/VCR is fitted with a SAP broadcast system which enables you to switch to a second audio program when viewing a selected channel. This function applies only when the program is broadcast in multi-languages through the SAP broadcast system. When a MTS STEREO broadcast is received, “STEREO” will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds and the program can be viewed or recorded in stereo. The Hi-Fi stereo recording procedure is the same as for normal recordings. STEREO 1 Press VCR MENU. Then press SET + or – to select “SAP”. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP Note: When using a Cable TV system, stereo TV programs may be transmitted over a mono cable channel. In this case “STEREO” will not appear and the sound will be in mono. OUTPUT SELECTION SOUND HEARD ON BOTH SPEAKERS STEREO L ch R ch STEREO LEFT CHANNEL AUDIO RIGHT CHANNEL AUDIO MONO 2 Other functions (VCR) Output selection When viewing an MTS stereo TV program, or playing a prerecorded VHS Hi-Fi stereo videotape, press AUDIO SELECT to select how the audio will be heard through the speakers. Normally set to the Hi-Fi stereo position, this button can be set to the MONO position if the stereo broadcast or videotape audio is of poor quality. The “R” and “L” positions allow the audio from the Right or Left HiFi channel to be heard over both TV speakers. This button has no effect when viewing a MONO videotape or TV program. Each time when you press the button, OUTPUT SELECTION display appears on the screen for several seconds. Refer to the chart below. +/Ð/ENTER/MENU Press ENTER to select “ON”. Then press VCR MENU until the menu screen is cleared. MENU TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ON OFF SAP CH SETUP SYSTEM SETUP +/Ð/ENTER/MENU Listening to SAP When the VCR is turned on or a channel selection is made, make certain the letters “SAP” appears on the screen for about 4 seconds. This means that the “Second Audio Program” broadcasting is available. STEREO SAP 5)2 OR Notes: • When playing back a tape that is not recorded in Hi-Fi stereo mode, the audio will automatically be monaural. • When listening to a VHS Hi-Fi video tape or MTS broadcast through the VHF/UHF jack (Audio/Video cable not connected), the sound will be monaural. 39 2H20101A (E)p38-41 39 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Other functions (VCR) Duplicating a video tape VCR DVD INPUT SELECT If you connect the DVD/VCR to another VCR or Camcorder, you can duplicate a previously recorded tape. Make all connections before turning on the power. STOP SP/SLP REC/OTR Duplicating a video tape Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) • Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. • Load a previously recorded tape into the playback VCR or Camcorder. Connection with second VCR Playback VCR To VIDEO OUT 1 2 To AUDIO (R) OUT Press SP/SLP to select the desired tape speed SP or SLP. It is recommended that you set the tape speed to the SP mode on the recording VCR for best results. To AUDIO (L) OUT AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied) Recording VCR Press INPUT SELECT once or twice to select AUDIO/VIDEO input position. “L1” or “L2” will appear in the display. To VIDEO IN To AUDIO (R) IN To AUDIO (L) IN L1: on the rear panel L2: on the front panel Connection with Camcorder Playback Camcorder 3 Press PLAY on the playback VCR or Camcorder. 4 Press REC/OTR on the recording VCR. To AV Jack Recording VCR The duplicating process begins. To AUDIO (R) IN To AUDIO (L) IN To VIDEO IN 5 AUDIO/VIDEO cable (not supplied) Press STOP after duplicating a video tape. For duplicating a previously recorded tape from a camcorder, follow the camcorder manufacturer’s instructions. A typical camcorder dubbing hookup is shown above. 40 2H20101A (E)p38-41 40 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Recording a DVD/CD disc VCR DVD You can record disc material in DVD, Audio CD, etc. onto a Video tape with this DVD/VCR. STOP PLAY SP/SLP REC/OTR Duplicating a DVD or CD disc Preparation: • Turn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR indicator will light.) • Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. • Load a DVD/CD disc. 1 Press SP/SLP to select the desired tape speed SP or SLP. 2 Press VCR DVD selector to select the DVD mode. 3 Press PLAY to start playback. 4 Press REC/OTR to start recording. 5 Press STOP if you finish recording. DISC IS COPY PROTECTED The DVD indicator will light. Other functions (VCR) 00 : 00 : 00 SP Notes: • You may not be able to record the beginning of the disc. Begin VCR recording once program playback commences on the DVD. • When the scanning mode is set to the progressive mode, you cannot duplicate a disc material onto a video tape. When REC/OTR is pressed, the PROGRESSIVE indicator “ ” on the display window will flash and “Please Set Off” will appear on the screen. • You cannot record discs encoded with copy guard function. The following icon and text will show up on the TV screen. The DVD/VCR will change to the VCR mode automatically and the playback picture or sound will be duplicated on the video cassette tape. If you wish to stop a DVD/CD disc, press VCR DVD selector to change the DVD mode, then press STOP. 41 2H20101A (E)p38-41 41 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Basic playback (DVD) Playing a disc This section shows you the basics on how to play a disc. CAUTION Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury. VCR/DVD SELECT Display window DVD VCD CD Disc tray STOP ON/STANDBY PLAY OPEN/CLOSE Basic playback Preparations: • When you want to view a disc, turn on the TV and select the corresponding video input connected to the DVD. This may include S-video or component video inputs which are exclusive to DVD playback. • When you want to enjoy the sound of discs from the audio system, turn on the audio system and select the input connected to the DVD/VCR. 1 Press ON/STANDBY. The DVD/VCR turns on. 5 Press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY on the unit. The disc tray closes automatically. On the TV-screen, “ ” changes to “Reading” and then playback commences. OR 2 • A menu screen will appear on the TV screen, if the disc has a menu feature. Press VCR/DVD SELECT to select the DVD mode. The DVD indicator will light. Reading 3 4 Press OPEN/CLOSE. The disc tray opens. Place the disc on the disc tray. 6 Press 7 Press ENTER. 8 Press STOP to end playback. / or / to select title. • Title is selected and play commences. With the playback side down • There are two different disc sizes. Place the disc in the correct guide on the disc tray. If the disc is out of the guide, it may damage the disc and cause the DVD/VCR to malfunction. • Do not place a disc which is unplayable in this DVD/VCR. • The unit records the stopped point, depending on the disc. “ ” appears on the screen. Press PLAY to resume playback (from the scene point). • If you press STOP again or unload the disc (“ ” appears on the screen.), the unit will clear the stopped point. To start playback in the stop mode Press PLAY. 42 2H20101A (E)p42-45 42 2/1/05, 7:53 PM VCR DVD POWER OPEN/CLOSE C/D/B/A ENTER STOP PLAY PAUSE/STEP To obtain a higher quality picture Occasionally, some picture noise not usually visible during a normal broadcast may appear on the TV screen while playing a DVD video disc because the high resolution pictures on these discs include a lot of information. While the amount of noise depends on the TV you use with this unit, you should generally reduce the sharpness adjustment on your TV when viewing DVD video discs. About DVD VCD CD The DVD VCD CD icons on the heading bar show the playable discs for the function described under that heading. DVD : You can use this function with DVD video discs. : You can use this function with Video CDs. CD : You can use this function with Audio CDs and CD-R/RW CDs. To pause playback (still mode) Press PAUSE/STEP during playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY. • The sound is muted during still mode. To stop playback Press STOP. To remove the disc Press OPEN/CLOSE. 1) Start to record. Follow steps 1~5 on page 34. • If the DVD/VCR is standing by for recording, turn on the DVD/VCR. 2) Press VCR DVD selector to select DVD mode. 3) Play a disc. Follow steps 3 ~ 5 on page 42. • Press PLAY if the DVD/VCR does not start to play a disc automatically. 4) Stop to play. Press STOP to stop play back a disc. Screen saver function The screen saver operates when you leave the unit in DVD stop mode for approx. five minutes. The screen will repeatedly get dark gradually and back to normal. Basic playback (DVD) Remove the disc after the disc tray opens completely. Playing a Disc while the VCR section is recording or standing by for timer recording Be sure to press OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray after you remove the disc. Notes: • If a non-compatible disc is loaded, “Incorrect Disc”, “Region Code Error” or “Parental Error” will appear on the TV screen according to the type of loaded disc. In this case, check your disc again 8 #' . • Some discs may take a minute or so to start playback. • When you set a single-faced disc label downwards (i.e. the wrong way up) and press OPEN/CLOSE or PLAY on the unit, “Reading” will appear on the display for a few minutes and then “Incorrect Disc” will continue to be displayed. • Some discs may not work the resuming facility. • Resuming cannot function when you play a PBC-featured Video CD while the PBC is on. To turn off the PBC, see page 51. • Some playback operations of DVDs may be intentionally fixed by software producers. Since this unit plays DVDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs. • Do not move the unit during playback. Doing so may damage the disc. • Use the OPEN/CLOSE to open and close the disc tray. Do not push the disc tray while it is moving. Doing so may cause the unit to malfunction. • Do not push up on the disc tray or put any objects other than discs on the disc tray. Doing so may cause the unit to malfunction. • In many instances, a menu screen will appear after playback of a movie is completed. Prolonged display of an on-screen menu may damage your television set, permanently etching that image onto its screen. To avoid this, be sure to press POWER on your remote control once the movie is completed. • There may be a slight delay between you pressing the button and the function activating. 43 2H20101A (E)p42-45 43 2/1/05, 7:53 PM Basic playback (DVD) Playing a disc (continued) You can play discs at various speeds. SLOW PAUSE/STEP PLAY FF REW SKIP / DVD VCD CD Playing in fast reverse or fast forward directions Press REW or FF during playback. To resume normal playback Press PLAY. REW: Fast reverse playback FF: Fast forward playback Each time you press REW or FF, the playback speed changes. DVD VCD Notes: • The DVD/VCR mutes sound and subtitles during reverse and forward scan of DVD/VCD video discs. However, this unit plays sound during fast forward or fast reverse play of audio CDs. • The playback speed may differ depending on the disc. Playing frame by frame Press PAUSE/STEP during still playback. To resume normal playback Press PLAY. Each time you press PAUSE/STEP, the picture advances one frame. Note: The sound is muted during frame by frame playback. DVD VCD Playing in slow-motion Press SLOW ( ) during playback. Each time you press the button, the slow-motion speed changes. DVD VCD CD To resume normal playback Press PLAY. Notes: • The sound is muted during slow-motion playback. Locating a chapter or track Press SKIP or repeatedly to display the chapter or track number you want. Playback starts from the selected chapter or track. To locate succeeding chapters or tracks. Playback starts from the beginning of the current chapter or track. When you press twice in quick successions, playback starts from the beginning of the preceding chapter or track. Notes: may appear at the upper left of the screen. This symbol means either the feature you tried is not • A “Prohibition” symbol available on the disc, or the DVD/VCR cannot access the feature at this time. This does not indicate a problem with the DVD/ VCR. • The unit is capable of holding a still video image or On screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or On screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time, you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are very susceptible. 44 2H20101A (E)p42-45 44 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Advanced playback (DVD) Zooming/Locating desired scene ZOOM C/D/B/A ENTER CLEAR DISPLAY 0–9 SEARCH DVD VCD CD Zooming This unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You can then make selections by switching the position of the frame. 1 Press ZOOM during playback. The center part of the image will be zoomed in. Each press of ZOOM will change the ZOOM 1 (x 1.3), 2 (x 1.5) and 3 (x 2.0). 1 2 D/B B/A A to view a different part of the Press C/D frame. You may move the frame from the centre position to UP, DOWN, LEFT or RIGHT direction. 3 In the zoom mode press ZOOM repeatedly to return to a 1:1 view ( Off). Notes: • You can select the Pause, Slow or Search playback in the zoom mode. • Some discs may not respond to zoom feature. Locating desired scene Use the title, chapter and time recorded on the DVD disc to locate the desired point to play back. In the case of VCD/CD discs, time and track are used to locate the desired point to play back. To check the title, chapter and time, press DISPLAY. 1 Press SEARCH during playback or stop mode. Time / /6 Title Chapter / /Enter/0 9/Clear/Search 3 • “Time” only works in resume stop mode. 2 Time / /6 Title 12 Chapter / /Enter/0 9/Clear/Search • If you input a wrong number, press CLEAR. • Refer to the package supplied with the disc to check the numbers. Press C or D to select the “Time”, “Title” or “Chapter”. Time / /6 Title Chapter / /Enter/0 9/Clear/Search Press Number buttons (0–9) to change the number. Advanced playback (DVD) DVD VCD CD 4 Press ENTER. Playback starts. • When you change the title, playback starts from Chapter 1 of the selected title. • Some discs may not work in the above operation. Note: In case of the Video-CD playback with PBC, the SEARCH does not work. To turn off PBC 51 . 45 2H20101A (E)p42-45 45 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Advanced playback (DVD) Marking desired scenes C/D The unit stores the points that you want to watch again up to 3 points. You can resume playback from each scene. ENTER CLEAR MARKER DVD VCD 1 Marking the scenes Press MARKER during playback. DVD VCD 1 Returning to the scenes Press MARKER during playback or stop mode. Marker 1 Marker 2 Marker 3 /Enter/Clear/Marker 2 Select the blank Marker using C or D. Then press ENTER at the desired scene. Marker 1 00 27 54 Marker 2 01 16 25 Marker 3 02 08 31 /Enter/Clear/Marker 2 Press C or D to select the Marker 1-3. Marker 1 00 27 54 Marker 2 01 16 25 Marker 3 02 08 31 /Enter/Clear/Marker • Repeat this procedure to set the other 2 scenes. Marker 1 00 27 54 Marker 2 Marker 3 /Enter/Clear/Marker 3 3 Press ENTER. Playback starts from the marked scene. Press MARKER to remove this display. To cancel the Marker Follow the above steps 1~2, then press CLEAR. Notes: • Some discs may not work with the marking operation. • The marking is canceled when you open the disc tray or turn the power off. • Some subtitles recorded around the marker may fail to appear. 46 2H20101A (E)p46-49 46 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Repeat playback/A-B Repeat playback D/B/A PLAY A-B RPT PLAY MODE DVD VCD CD 1 2 DVD VCD CD Repeat playback Press PLAY MODE during playback or stop mode. A-B Repeat playback A-B repeat playback allows you to repeat material between two selected points. 1 Press A-B RPT during playback. The start point is selected. A [DVD] A to select “Chapter” or “Title”. Press B/A Repeat Off /Play Mode The unit automatically starts repeat playback after finishing the current title or chapter. 2 Press A-B RPT again. The end point is selected. Playback starts at the point that you selected. Playback stops at the end point, returns to Point A automatically, then starts again. Play Mode Repeat /Play Mode A B Off Off The unit automatically starts repeat playback after finishing the current track. • If you set the repeat mode during stop mode, press PLAY to start Repeat playback. 3 Advanced playback (DVD) [Audio CD, Video CD, MP3/WMA CD] Press D to select “Repeat”. A to select “Track” or “All”. Press B/A Press PLAY MODE again to make the screen disappear. To resume normal playback Select Repeat : “Off” in step 2. Notes: • Some discs may not work with the repeat operation. • In case of Video CD with PBC, repeat functions are prohibited during playback. To resume normal playback Press A-B RPT again. “ Off ” appears on the screen. Notes: • In A-B Repeat mode, subtitles near the A or B locations may not be displayed. • You cannot set the A-B Repeat for the scenes that include multiple angles. • A-B Repeat playback does not work when Repeat playback is activated. • You may not be able to set A-B Repeat, during certain scenes of the DVD. • A-B Repeat does not work with an interactive DVD, MP3/WMA/ JPEG CD. • A-B Repeat is prohibited when PBC is on. 47 2H20101A (E)p46-49 47 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Advanced playback (DVD) Program playback/Random playback You can arrange the playback order of tracks or files on the disc. And also the unit selects tracks or files at random and playback them. These feature works for Audio CD, Video CD and MP3/WMA/JPEG CD. VCD CD C/D/B/A ENTER CLEAR PLAY SKIP PLAY MODE 0–9 Program playback 1 Press PLAY MODE during stop mode. 2 D to select Play Mode, then press Press C/D B/A A to select “Program”. Play Mode Repeat /Play Mode 4 Off Off D/B B/A A to select “Program Playback” Press C/D and press ENTER. The programs you selected will start to playback in the order. • In case of JPEG file, press SKIP Play Mode Repeat 1 2 3 Clear 3 4 5 6 : Program : Off 7 8 9 10 11 12 Program Playback /Enter/0 9/Clear/Play Mode D or B/A Press C/D A to select the programming position. Use Number buttons (0–9) to input the track or file numbers. • To program others, repeat step 3. • If you input a wrong number, press CLEAR. Play Mode Repeat 19 23 3 11 Clear VCD CD to continue the program playback. • To resume normal playback, select Play Mode: “Off” in step 2. Play Mode : Program Repeat : Off 19 4 7 10 23 5 8 11 3 11 6 9 12 Clear Program Playback /Enter/0 9/Clear/Play Mode 4 5 6 : Program : Off 7 8 9 10 11 12 Program Playback /Enter/0 9/Clear/Play Mode ■ To change the program 1. In the program mode, press C/D/B /A to select the track number. 2. Press Number buttons (0–9) to select the track number to be replaced. ■ To clear the program one by one In the program mode, press C/D/B/A to select the track number. Then press CLEAR. ■ To clear all the programs In the program mode, press C/D/B/A to select “Clear”. Then press ENTER. Notes: • In playing back the Video CD with PBC, you cannot set Program playback. • The program is cancelled when you open the disc tray or turn the power off. Random playback 1 Press PLAY MODE during playback or stop mode. 2 D to select Play Mode, then press Press C/D B/A A to select “Random”. Play Mode Repeat /Play Mode Random Off 3 Press PLAY. The Random Playback will start. • If you set “Random” during playback mode, Random playback will begin after the track that is currently being played has ended. • To resume normal playback, select Play Mode: “Off” in step 2. Note: In playing back the Video CD with PBC, you cannot set Random playback. 48 2H20101A (E)p46-49 48 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Changing angles/Title selection/DVD menu TOP MENU MENU C/D/B/A ENTER PLAY ANGLE DVD Changing angles When playing back a disc recorded with multi-angle facility, you can change the angle that you are viewing the scene from. 1 Press ANGLE during playback. The current angle will appear. 2 Press ANGLE repeatedly until the desired angle is selected. 1/9 Note: Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are recorded on the DVD. DVD Title selection Two or more titles are recorded on some discs. If the title menu is recorded on the disc, you can select the desired title. Press TOP MENU during playback. 2 D/B B/A A to select the desired title. Press C/D Title menu appears on the screen. 3 Press ENTER or PLAY. The playback of the selected title will start. Note: Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to select the title. Depending on the DVD, a “title menu” may simply be called a “menu” or “title” in the instructions supplied with the disc. DVD DVD menu Advanced playback (DVD) 1 Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using the menu. When you play back these DVDs, you can select the subtitle language and sound-track language, etc. using the menu. 1 Press MENU during playback. The DVD menu appears on the screen. • Press MENU again to resume playback at the scene when you pressed MENU. 2 A to select the desired item. B/A D/B Press C/D 3 Press ENTER. The menu continues to another screen. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the item completely. Note: Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to resume playback from the scene point when you pressed MENU. 49 2H20101A (E)p46-49 49 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Advanced playback (DVD) Changing soundtrack language/ Setting surround sound B/A AUDIO DVD VCD Changing soundtrack language You can select the language when you play a multilingual disc. 1 Press AUDIO during playback. The current soundtrack language will appear. In case of Video CD playback Audio type changes as follows each time you press AUDIO. LR QSound Off 2/8 Fra Dolby Digital QSound Off 2 Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired language is selected. 1/8 Eng Dolby Digital QSound Off L QSound Off R QSound Off Notes: • If the desired language is not heard after pressing the button several times, the language is not recorded on the disc. • Changing soundtrack language is cancelled when you open the disc tray. The initial default language or available language will be heard if the disc is played back again. • The on screen display will disappear after a few seconds. DVD VCD CD Setting surround sound This DVD video player equipped with a “QSound”. It can produce the effect of being in a cinema or a concert hall. 1 During disc playback press AUDIO. 1/8 Eng Dolby Digital QSound Off 2 Press B or A to select “On”. 1/8 Eng Dolby Digital QSound On • The on screen display will disappear after a few seconds. To cancel Surround mode: Follow the left steps 1~2, then press B or A to select the “Off” position. Notes: • The “QSound” is effective only for the sound of disc. • The QSound setting can also be changed in the function setting #& . Manufactured under license from QSound Labs, Inc. U.S. patent Nos. 5,105,462, 5,208,860 and 5,440,638 and various foreign counterpart. Copyright QSound Labs, Inc. 1998-2002. QXpander™ is a trademark of QSound Labs, Inc. All rights reserved. 50 2H20101A (E)p50-55 50 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Subtitles/To turn off the PBC C/D/B/A ENTER PLAYMODE 1 SUBTITLE DVD To turn off the PBC Subtitles When playing back a disc recorded with subtitles, you can select the subtitle language or turn the subtitle off. 1 Press PLAY MODE in the stop mode. 2 Press / to select Play Mode, then press / to select “Off”. Press SUBTITLE repeatedly during playback until your desired language appears. 1/8 Eng 2 1 Play Mode : Off Repeat : Off /Play Mode To turn off the subtitle, press SUBTITLE until “Off” appears. Off • The on screen display will disappear after a few seconds. Press PLAY MODE again to make the screen disappear. To turn on the PBC Follow the above steps 1~2, then press “PBC”. or to select Note: You can also turn off the PBC by pressing number button 1 and ENTER in the stop mode. Advanced playback (DVD) Notes: • Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change subtitles, or to turn subtitles on or off. • While playing a DVD, the subtitle may change when you open or close the disc tray. • In some cases, a selected subtitle language may not be changed immediately. 3 51 2H20101A (E)p50-55 51 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Advanced playback (DVD) MP3/WMA/JPEG operation This player can play back the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data which has been recorded on CD-R or CD-RW. To produce the MP3/WMA JPEG-data, you need a Windows-PC with CD-RW drive and a MP3/WMA/JPEG-encoding Software (not supplied). The Apple-HFS-System cannot be played. Note: This unit requires discs/recordings to meet certain technical standards in order to achieve optimal playback quality. Pre-recorded DVDs are automatically set to these standards. There are many different types of recordable disc formats (including CD-R containing MP3/WMA files). Given the fact that technology in this area is still maturing, Toshiba cannot guarantee that all genre of recordable discs will produce optimal playback quality. The technical criteria set out in this owner’s manual are meant as a guide only. Please be advised that you must obtain permission from the applicable copyright owners to download copyrighted content, including music files, in any format, including the MP3 and WMA formats, prior to the downloading thereof. Toshiba has no right to grant and does not grant permission to download any copyrighted content. MP3/WMA/JPEG CD information Limitations on MP3/WMA/JPEG CD playback • MP3/WMA/JPEG CD is the disc that is standardized by ISO9660, its file name must include 3-digits extension letters, “mp3”, “wma”, “jpg”. • MP3/WMA/JPEG CD must be correspond to the ISO standardized files. • This unit can read 600 files per disc. If one directory has more than 600 files, it reads up to 600 files, the remaining files will be omitted. • The unit is able to recognize up to a maximum of 50 directories per disc. • MP3/WMA/JPEG CDs cannot be used for the purpose of recording. • If the CD has both audio tracks and MP3/WMA/JPEG files, only audio tracks are played. • It may take more than one minute for this unit to read MP3/WMA/JPEG files depending on its structure. • Music recorded by “Joliet Recording Specification” can be played back, the file name is displayed (within 16 letters) on the screen. Long file names will be condensed. • The music files recorded by “Hierarchical File System” (HFS) cannot be played. Limitations on display • The maximum number for display is 16 letters. Available letters for display are the following: capital or small alphabets of A through Z, numbers of 0 through 9, and _ (under score). • Other letters than those above are replaced in hyphen. Notes on MP3/WMA/JPEG files To play back MP3/WMA/JPEG CD in the recorded order, 1. Use MP3/WMA/JPEG software that records data alphabetically or numerically. 2. Name each file including two-digit or three-digit number (ex. “01” “02” or “001” “002”). 3. Refrain from making too many sub-folders. CAUTION: • Some MP3/WMA/JPEG CDs cannot be played back depending on the recording conditions. • The CD-R/RW that has no music data or non MP3/WMA/JPEG files cannot be played back. Standard, sampling frequency, and the bit rate: MP3 CD MPEG-1 Audio 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz 32kbps ~ 320kbps (constant bit rate or variable bit rate) The recommend recording setting for a high-quality sound is 44.1kHz of sampling frequency and 128kbps of constant bit rate. WMA CD WMA version 7, and 8 32kHz, 48kbps 44.1kHz, 48kbps ~ 192kbps 48kHz, 128kbps ~ 192kbps The file recorded by mono, 48kHz, 48 kbps is not available to this unit. Microsoft, Windows Media, and Windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in both the United States and other countries. 52 2H20101A (E)p50-55 52 2/1/05, 7:54 PM TOP MENU ▲/▼/ / ENTER PLAY STOP 0–9 MP3/WMA CD playback CD 1 2 Place a disc on which MP3 or WMA files have been recorded onto the disc tray. A file menu screen will appear on the screen. A or ENTER to select folder. Press B/A CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 Pops 8 Japan 9 Bay Bridge CLOSE MY EYES 10 DIVE TO BLUE 11 12 Honey 13 BLUE EYES 14 Blurry Eyes -/72 --:-flower Lies and Truthwinter fall Rain Strawberry Welcome party Thailand /0-9/Enter/Play Mode 5 Press STOP to end playback. • The unit records the stopped point. “ ” appears on the screen. Press PLAY to resume playback (from the scene point). • If you press STOP again or unload the disc, the unit will clear the stopped point. About file menu D/B B/A A or Number buttons (0–9) to sePress C/D lect the desired file. Operation Elapsed time Media type File number Folder -/72 CD --:-- -/72 CD Japan 8 flower 15 Mother 2 Bay Bridge 9 Lies and Truth- 16 Hold Your Last 3 CLOSE MY EYES 10 4 DIVE TO BLUE 11 Rain winter fall 5 Honey 12 Strawberry 6 BLUE EYES 13 Welcome party 7 Blurry Eyes 14 Thailand /0-9/Enter/Play Mode /0-9/Enter/Play Mode • When PLAY has been pressed after displaying the file menu, or when the disc tray has been closed using PLAY, playback begins automatically starting from the first file. In this case, if the first file is an MP3/WMA file, only MP3/WMA files are played back in order. If the first file is a JPEG file, the first JPEG file is played back. 4 Press ENTER. The selected file starts playing back. : Indicates MP3-file --:-- Pops Pops 1 /0-9/Enter/Play Mode/Menu : Indicates WMA-file : Indicates JPEG-file Notes: • The picture menu is displayed when the FUJICOLOR CD or the Kodak Picture CD are played. To display the file menu, press TOP MENU. • In the case of a CD containing a mixture of MP3, WMA and JPEG files, the files are played back by selecting them from the file menu. • MP3 or WMA file on the Kodak Picture CD is not recognized on this unit. Advanced playback (DVD) • In case the folder includes more than 15 files, press B or A to display next file list. CD Notes: • During MP3/WMA/JPEG-Playback, you cannot use SEARCH, A-B Repeat functions. • You can use Repeat (Track or All), Random functions and Program playback for MP3/WMA/JPEG CD Playback "% "& . 53 2H20101A (E)p50-55 53 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Advanced playback (DVD) MP3/WMA/JPEG operation (continued) TOP MENU MENU ▲/▼/ / ENTER PLAY STOP SKIP / PAUSE 0–9 ANGLE CD 1 2 JPEG CD playback Place a disc on which JPEG files have been recorded onto the tray. A file menu screen will appear on the screen. A to select folder. Press B/A CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 CD Collection Pic-1 Pic-2 Pic-3 Pic-4 Pic-5 Pic-6 Pic-7 -/36 8 Pic-8 9 Pic-9 10 Pic-10 11 Pic-11 12 Pic-12 13 Pic-13 14 Pic-14 /0-9/Enter/Play Mode/Menu D/B B/A A or Number buttons (0–9) to sePress C/D lect the desired file. To display a picture menu, press MENU. (To return to a file menu, press TOP MENU.) Press B/A or C/D to select the desired file. • To display next list, press SKIP / . • When PLAY has been pressed after displaying the file menu, or when the disc tray has been closed after pressing PLAY, playback begins automatically starting from the first file. In this case, if the first file is a JPEG file, the first JPEG file is played back. If the first file is an MP3/WMA file, only MP3/WMA files are played back in order. 4 Slide show playback The slide show enables you to view pictures (files) one after another automatically. Preparation: Set “JPEG Interval” setting to “5 Seconds”, “10 Seconds” or “15 Seconds” #& . 1 2 Select your desired starting file for the slide show in the step 3 as left. Press ENTER to start slide show from the selected file. • If you press PAUSE during the slide show, the slide show stops temporary. “ 4 ” appears briefly on the picture. If the picture appears upside down or sideways, press ANGLE repeatedly until it’s right side up. ”, “ ”, “ ” or “ ” appears briefly “ on the screen. again to resume the slide show. Press PLAY or SKIP • When the slide show playback finished the file list appears. • To stop the slide show, press STOP. The file list appears. Press ENTER. The selected picture appears on the screen. Rotating an image You can rotate an image by 90 degrees by pressing ANGLE during playback of the image. ”, “ ”, “ ” or “ ” appears briefly “ on the screen. 5 Press STOP to end playback. The file menu appears on the screen. If you want to watch the other file, repeat steps 3 ~ 4. 54 2H20101A (E)p50-55 54 2/1/05, 7:54 PM Function setup (DVD) Customizing the function settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. SETUP C/D/B/A ENTER RETURN DVD VCD CD 1 Setting procedure Press SETUP during stop mode. The following on-screen display appears. 5 To make SETUP screen disappear, press SETUP or RETURN. /Enter/Setup/Return 3 Press C or D to select the desired option. 4 Change the selection using B or A, by referring to the corresponding pages 57~59. Function setup (DVD) 2 Press B or A to select the desired section, then press D or ENTER. • Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change other settings. • To select another operation, go back to step 2 by pressing C repeatedly. 55 2H20101A (E)p50-55 55 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Function setup Customizing the function settings (continued) Setting details Section Option Details Menu Subtitle Audio To select the language of “Menu”, “Subtitle” and “Audio” if more than one language are available on the disc. E.B.L. To select On or Off for E.B.L. (Enhanced Black Level). 57 Tv Screen To select a picture size according to the aspect ratio of your TV. 57 Display To turn on or de-activate the operational status display on the screen. 57 Picture Mode To select a preferred picture mode from “Video”, “Film” or “Auto”. 58 JPEG Interval To select a preferred setting for the slide show playback. 58 Dialogue To select On or Off for DRC (Dynamic Range Control). 58 QSound To select On or Off for QSound. 58 Password Input 4-digit password to set the parental level. Parental To select a preferred parental level for the parental setting. Select Files To select a preferred file type for playing back a CD containing a mixture of file types. Output To select a preferred video output signal from “Progressive” or “Interlace”. Page 56 2H20101A (E)p56-59 56 2/1/05, 7:55 PM 57 59 Menu Subtitle Audio English English English E.B.L Off 4:3 Tv Screen On Display Auto Picture Mode JPEG Interval Off /Setup/Return /Setup/Return Menu, Subtitle, Audio E.B.L. You can select the language of “Menu”, “Subtitle” and “Audio” if more than one languages are recorded onto the disc. English, Francais, Espanol: The selected language will be heard or seen. Other: Other language can be selected (see the “Language code list” $ ). Original: (Audio) The unit will select the first priority language of each disc. Off: (Subtitle) Subtitles do not appear. Notes: • If the selected language is not recorded on the disc, the first-priority language is selected. • If you want to change the OSD language, you can perform it by TV MENU ! . To select the black level of playback pictures, set your preference and monitor’s ability. On: Enhanced grey scale (0 IRE cut off) Off: Standard grey scale (7.5 IRE cut off) Tv Screen You have the following screen sizes to choose from: 4:3 (Letter box): Select this mode when connecting to a conven tional TV. When playing back a wide screen-DVD disc, it displays the wide picture with black bands at the top and bottom of screen. (Pan scan): 4:3 It displays the wide picture on the whole screen with left and right edges automatically cut off. Press OPEN/CLOSE to view in the selected screen size. Note: If the DVD disc is not formatted in the pan & scan style, it displays 4:3 style. Function setup (DVD) 16:9 (Wide): Select this mode when connecting to a widescreen TV. A wide screen picture is displayed full size. Display On screen display can be switched on or off when you press the buttons. On: On screen displays appear when you press the buttons (factory setting). Off: On screen displays do not appear when you press any buttons. 57 2H20101A (E)p56-59 57 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Function setup (DVD) Customizing the function settings (continued) Setting details Picture Mode There are two types of source content in pictures recorded in DVD video discs: film content (pictures recorded from films at 24 frames per second) and video content (video signals recorded at 30 frames per second). Make this selection according to the type of content being viewed. Auto: Film: Select this position normally. The DVD player automatically detects source content, film or video, of playback source, and converts that signal in the progressive output format in an appropriate method. The DVD player converts film content pictures in the progressive output format appropriately. Suitable for playback of film content pictures. The progressive output feature will be most effective under this selection. Video: The DVD player filters video signal, and converts it in the progressive output format appropriately. Suitable for playback of video content pictures. Note: Depending on the disc, pictures may be cut off or doubled. In this case, select “Video”. Dialogue QSound /Setup/Return Dialogue DRC (Dynamic Range Control) enables you to control the dynamic range so as to achieve a suitable sound for your equipment. On: DRC (TV): Loud sound such as explosion or similar is toned down slightly when played back. This makes it suitable for when it is connected to a stereo. Off: DRC (Std): It plays back at the recording level on the disc. Notes: • This function works only during playback of Dolby Digital recorded discs. • The level of Dynamic Range Reduction may differ depending on DVD video disc. QSound This DVD video player equipped with a “QSound”. It can produce the effect of being in a cinema or a concert hall. On: The QSound operates. Off: The QSound is disengaged. JPEG Interval You can continuously play back all JPEG files automatically. After the setting below, start playing the disc on which JPEG files have been recorded. Note: The QSound setting can also be changed with AUDIO on the remote control # . Off: Plays back one file at a time. 5 Seconds: Plays back images in the form of a slide show at 5 second intervals. 10 Seconds: Plays back images in the form of a slide show at 10 second intervals. 15 Seconds: Plays back images in the form of a slide show in 15 second intervals. 58 2H20101A (E)p56-59 Off: DRC (Std) Off 58 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Password ---Parental Off Select Files All Output Interlace /0Ð9/Enter/Clear/Setup/Return Parental control setting Some discs are specified not suitable for children. Such discs can be limited not to play back with the unit. Notes: • Depending on the discs, the unit cannot limit playback. • Some discs may not be encoded with specific rating level information though its disc jacket says “adult.” For those discs, the age restriction will not work. To change the parental level 1) Press C or D to select “Password”. 2) Press Number buttons (0–9) to enter the password you have stored. 3) Press ENTER. • The rating is now unlocked. 4) Press C or D to select “Parental”, then press B or A to change the parental level. 5) Press C or D to select “Password”, then press Number buttons (0–9) to enter the password. Note: You can change the password if you want. 6) Press ENTER. Now the parental level is changed and locked. If you forget the password... 1. Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray. 2. Remove the disc. 3. Press OPEN/CLOSE again to close the disc tray. “No Disc” appears on the screen. 2H20101A (E)p56-59 59 Select Files When playing back a CD containing a mixture of MP3, WMA and JPEG files, only MP3/WMA or JPEG files can be displayed on the file menu. All: Displays all files. Music Only: Displays only MP3/WMA files. Pictures Only: Displays only JPEG files. Output You can select the video output signal of the DVD video player to the TV from “Interlace” or “Progressive”. 1) Press C or D to select “Output”. 2) Press A, then press C or D to select “Interlace” or “Progressive”. Interlace: Select when connecting to a composite TV or a TV equipped with component video inputs but progressive scan is not compatible. Progressive: Select when connecting to a TV equipped with component video inputs, progressive scan compatible. 3) Press ENTER. Warning: Once “Progressive” is selected when connecting to a TV progressive scan incompatible, no image will be seen on the video display. In this case, you must reset the unit by pressing STOP on the front panel for five seconds. The video output will be restored to “Interlace” setting, and a picture will once again be seen on a conventional analog display. Function setup (DVD) 1) Press C or D to select “Parental”, then press B or A until the level you require appears. • Level Off: The parental control setting does not function. • Level 8: All DVD software can be played back. • Level 1: DVD software for adults cannot be played back. Select from the level 1 to level 8. The limitation will be more severe as the level number is lower. 2) Press C or D to select “Password”. Press Number buttons (0–9) to input a 4-digit password. Be sure to remember this number! • If you input a wrong number, press CLEAR. 3) Press ENTER to store the password. Note: Now the rating is locked and the setting cannot be changed unless you enter the correct pass word. 4) Press OPEN/CLOSE to activate Parental control setting. (See “Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc” $ .) 4. While holding STOP down on the front panel, press 7 on the remote control. “PASSWORD CLEAR” appears on the screen. 5. Enter a new password again. Notes: • Some discs may not be played back with the progressive scanning mode correctly because of the disc characteristics or recording condition. • Once Progressive scan on, all other video outputs are disabled except component video outputs. Note: If each setup (pages 57~59) has been completed, the unit can always be worked under the same conditions (especially with DVD discs). Each setup will be retained in the memory even if you turn the power off. 59 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Function setup (DVD) OPEN/CLOSE Temporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc ▲/▼ Depending on the DVD disc, the disc may try to temporarily cancel the rating level that you have set. It is up to you to decide whether to cancel the rating level or not. ENTER RETURN PLAY 0–9 1 Load a DVD disc and press PLAY or OPEN/ CLOSE on the unit " . 4 Enter the password with Number buttons (0–9). Then press ENTER. To exit from the entry, press RETURN. Please enter the 4 - digit password Enter/0 9/Clear/Return 2 If the DVD disc has been designed to temporarily cancel the Rating level, the screen which follows the “Reading” screen will change, depending on which disc is played. If you select “YES” with the ENTER key, “Your disc exceeds the parental control level#.” screen will then appear. Reading Your disc exceeds the parental control level#. Parental Control Level Cancel Picture /Enter/Return 3 5 Playback will commence if the entered password was correct. Note: This temporary cancellation of rating level will be kept until the disc is ejected. When the disc is ejected, the original rating level will be set again automatically. If you wish to cancel the set rating level temporarily, select “Parental Control Level” with C or D, then press ENTER. If the 4-digit password at step 2 on page 59 has been set, the password entering screen will appear as shown in step 4. Alternatively, if the password has not been set, playback will commence. If you don’t know (or have forgotten) the password, select “Cancel Picture”. The setting screen will disappear. Press OPEN/ CLOSE to remove the disc. 60 2H20101A (E)p60-63 60 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Language code list Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” #% . Language Name Code Language Name Code Language Name Code Abkhazian 1112 Fiji 1620 Lingala 2224 Singhalese 2919 Afar 1111 Finnish 1619 Lithuanian 2230 Slovak 2921 Afrikaans 1116 French 1628 Macedonian 2321 Slovenian 2922 Albanian 2927 Frisian 1635 Malagasy 2317 Somali 2925 Amharic 1123 Galician 1722 Malay 2329 Spanish 1529 Arabic 1128 Georgian 2111 Malayalam 2322 Sundanese 2931 Armenian 1835 German 1415 Maltese 2330 Swahili 2933 Assamese 1129 Greek 1522 Maori 2319 Swedish 2932 Aymara 1135 Greenlandic 2122 Marathi 2328 Tagalog 3022 Azerbaijani 1136 Guarani 1724 Moldavian 2325 Tajik 3017 Bashkir 1211 Gujarati 1731 Mongolian 2324 Tamil 3011 Basque 1531 Hausa 1811 Nauru 2411 Tatar 3030 Bengali; Bangla 1224 Hebrew 1933 Nepali 2415 Telugu 3015 Bhutani 1436 Hindi 1819 Norwegian 2425 Thai 3018 Bihari 1218 Hungarian 1831 Oriya 2528 Tibetan 1225 Breton 1228 Icelandic 1929 Panjabi 2611 Tigrinya 3019 Bulgarian 1217 Indonesian 1924 Pashto, Pushto 2629 Tonga 3025 Burmese 2335 Interlingua 1911 Persian 1611 Turkish 3028 Byelorussian 1215 Irish 1711 Polish 2622 Turkmen 3021 Cambodian 2123 Italian 1930 Portuguese 2630 Twi 3033 Catalan 1311 Japanese 2011 Quechua 2731 Ukrainian 3121 Chinese 3618 Javanese 2033 Rhaeto-Romance 2823 Urdu 3128 Corsican 1325 Kannada 2124 Romanian 2825 Uzbek 3136 Croatian 1828 Kashmiri 2129 Russian 2831 Vietnamese 3219 Czech 1329 Kazakh 2121 Samoan 2923 Volapük 3225 Danish 1411 Kirghiz 2135 Sanskrit 2911 Welsh 1335 Dutch 2422 Korean 2125 Scots Gaelic 1714 Wolof 3325 English 1524 Kurdish 2131 Serbian 2928 Xhosa 3418 Esperanto 1525 Laothian 2225 Serbo-Croatian 2918 Yiddish 2019 Estonian 1530 Latin 2211 Shona 2924 Yoruba 3525 Faroese 1625 Latvian, Lettish 2232 Sindhi 2914 Zulu 3631 Others Language Name Code 61 2H20101A (E)p60-63 61 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Others Troubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptoms and some solutions. Symptoms Solutions Page DVD/VCR • Make sure the power cord is plugged in. • Try another AC outlet. • Unplug unit, then plug it back in. • Select the DVD or VCR mode before operating. • Antenna connection is not correct or antenna cable is disconnected. • The video channel is not in the correct position or the TV is not set to the video channel 3 or 4. • Check the unit is connected correctly. • The video input selector of the TV is not set to VIDEO. Set to VIDEO (or equivalent). • Channel is set to the external mode. 5 – 5 30,42 14~17 22 No sound. • Check the unit is connected correctly. • Check the input selector of the amplifier is set properly. • The unit is in the Special playback mode. 14~19 – 31,44 The remote control does not function. • Aim the remote control at the remote sensor. • Operate within Approx. 7 Meters or reduce the light in the room. • Clear the path of the beam. • The batteries are weak. Replace the batteries. • Check the batteries are inserted correctly. No Cable TV reception. • Check all Cable TV connections. • Station or Cable TV system problems, try another station. 16,17 TV recording does not work. • The erase prevention tab of the video cassette is broken off. • The unit is in the external input mode. 29,34 Timer recording does not work. • The time is not set correctly. • The recording start/end time is not set correctly. • The TIMER REC has not been pressed ( is not lit). 24 37 37 • Tracking adjustment beyond range of automatic tracking circuit. Try Manual tracking adjustment. • Video heads are dirty. • The tape is worn or damaged. 31 Noise bars on screen. Display is not shown in your language. • Select proper language in the menu options. 57 Playback doesn’t start. • No disc is inserted. • The disc may be dirty. Clean up the disc. • The unit cannot play DVD-ROMs, etc. 42 7 8 DVD/VCR does not operate. No picture. 14~19 – – 13 VCR 31 – DVD Stopping playback, slow-motion play, repeat play, or memory play, etc. cannot be • Some discs may not do some of the functions. performed. – No picture, or the screen is blurred or divided • The PROGRESSIVE scan is “On” although the unit is connected to a TV via the VIDEO OUT or the S-VIDEO OUT jack. into two parts. 59 No 4:3 (16:9) picture. • The setup does not match your TV. 57 No on-screen display. • Select Display “On”. 57 No surround sound. • The setup does not match your stereo system. 20 The unit or remote operation key is not functioning. Playback does not start when the title is selected. • Turn off the unit and unplug the AC power cord for several minutes, then replug it. – • Check the Parental setup. 59,60 Audio soundtrack and/or subtitle language is not changed when you play back a DVD. • Multilingual language is not recorded on the DVD disc. 50,51 No subtitle. • Some discs have no subtitles. • Subtitles are cleared. Press SUBTITLE. 51 Angle cannot be changed. • Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD disc. 49 • The function is prohibited with the unit or the disc. 44 appears on the screen. 62 2H20101A (E)p60-63 62 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Specifications General Power supply Power consumption Weight Dimensions Tuner Antenna input/output RF channel output Color system Video head Audio track Hi-Fi frequency response Hi-Fi dynamic range FF/REW time at 25˚C (77˚F) Applicable disc Frequency range S/N ratio Harmonic distortion Wow and flutter Operating conditions AC 120 V 60 Hz Operation: 18 W, Stand by: 2 W 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) Width: 16-15/16 inches (430 mm) Height: 3-1/2 inches (89.5 mm) Depth: 9-1/16 inches (230 mm) 181 channel freq. synthesized VHF 2-13 UHF 14-69 Cable TV 113 Channels UHF/VHF In/Out: 75 Ω coaxial Channel 3 or 4, Switchable NTSC 4 Rotary heads Hi-Fi sound - 2 Tracks / MONO sound - 1 Track 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz More than 90dB Approx. 1 minute and 48 seconds (with T-120 Cassette Tape) DVD (12 cm, 8 cm), CD (12 cm, 8 cm) DVD: 4 Hz-22 kHz, CD: 4 Hz-20 kHz 90dB (DVD) 0.02% (DVD) Less than 0.01% Wrms Temperature: 5˚C-40˚C (41˚F-104˚F), Operating status: Horizontal Input/Output DVD/VCR 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., pin jack x 2 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., pin jack x 1 –8 dBm, 50 kΩ, negative sync., pin jack (L/R) x 2 –8 dBm, 1 kΩ, negative sync., pin jack (L/R) x 1 Video input Video output Audio input Audio output DVD S-video output Component video output Others Audio output (BITSTREAM/PCM COAXIAL) Audio output (ANALOG) (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., Mini DIN 4-pin x 1 (C) 0.286 V (p-p), 75 Ω (Y) 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω, negative sync., pin jack x 1 (PB)/(PR) 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω, pin jack x 2 0.5 V (p-p), 75 Ω, pin jack x 1 –12 dBm, 1 kΩ, pin jacks (L, R) x 1 Supplied accessories Audio/video cable ................................................. 1 Remote control (SE-R0170) ................................. 1 Batteries (R03/AAA) ............................................. 2 75 Ω coaxial cable ................................................ 1 • This model complies with the above specifications. • Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. • This model may not be compatible with features and/or specifications that may be added in the future. 63 2H20101A (E)p60-63 63 2/1/05, 7:55 PM Others Limited warranty Limited United States Warranty DVD Players - Exchange 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 DVD PLAYER AS A GIFT FROM THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER AND TO NO OTHER PURCHASER OR TRANSFEREE. PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN THE U.S.A. AND USED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, CANADA AND MEXICO, ARE NOT COVERED BY THESE WARRANTIES. PRODUCTS PURCHASED ANYWHERE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, CANADA AND MEXICO, AND USED IN THE U.S.A., ARE NOT COVERED BY THESE WARRANTIES. Limited Ninety (90) Day Warranty TACP warrants this DVD Player and its parts against defects in materials or workmanship for period of ninety (90) days after the date of original retail purchase. DURING THE FIRST NINETY (90) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE, TACP WILL EXCHANGE A DEFECTIVE DVD PLAYER WITH A NEW OR REFURBISHED DVD PLAYER WITHOUT CHARGE TO YOU. YOU MUST CONTACT TACP'S CONSUMER SOLUTIONS CENTER FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PROCESS YOUR IN WARRANTY EXCHANGE REQUEST. THE CONSUMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL INBOUND TRANSPORTATION AND INSURANCE CHARGES FOR THE DVD PLAYER TO THE EXCHANGE CENTER. DURING THE PERIOD THAT COMMENCES ON THE DATE THAT IS NINETY ONE (91) DAYS AFTER THE DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE AND BEYOND, TACP WILL EXCHANGE A DEFECTIVE DVD PLAYER WITH A NEW OR REFURBISHED DVD PLAYER FOR A NOMINAL FEE. YOU MUST CONTACT TACP'S CONSUMER SOLUTIONS CENTER FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PROCESS YOUR EXCHANGE REQUEST. THE CONSUMER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL INBOUND TRANSPORTATION AND INSURANCE CHARGES FOR THE DVD PLAYER TO THE EXCHANGE CENTER. * Rental Units The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental or thirty (30) days after the date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. * Commercial Units DVD Players sold and used for commercial purposes have a limited ninety (90) day warranty for all parts and labor. 64 2H20101A (E)p64-BACK 64 Owner's Manual and Product Registration Card Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating this DVD Player. Complete and mail the enclosed product registration card or register your product online at www.tacp.toshiba.com/service as soon as possible. By registering your DVD Player you will enable TACP to bring you new products specifically designed to meet your needs and help us to contact you in the unlikely event that a safety notification is required under the Consumer Product Safety Act. Failure to complete and return the product registration card does not diminish your warranty rights. Your Responsibility THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS: (1) You must retain your bill of sale or provide other proof of purchase. (2) All warranty servicing of this product must be made by an Authorized TACP Service Station. (3) The warranties from TACP are effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the Continental U.S.A. or Puerto Rico. (4) Labor service charges for set installation, setup, adjustment of customer controls and installation or repair of antenna systems are not covered by this warranty. Reception problems caused by inadequate antenna systems are your responsibility. (5) Warranties extend only to defects in materials or workmanship as limited above, and do not extend to any DVD Player or parts that have been lost or discarded by you or to damage to the DVD Player or parts caused by fires, misuse, accident, Acts of God (such as lightning or fluctuations in electric power), improper installation, improper maintenance, or use in violation of instructions furnished by TACP; use or malfunction through simultaneous use of this product and connected equipment; or to units that have been modified or had the serial number removed, altered, defaced, or rendered illegible. 2/1/05, 7:55 PM How to Obtain Warranty Services If, after following all of the operating instructions in this manual and checking the section "Troubleshooting," you fund that service is needed: (1) For instructions on how to obtain warranty service for exchange program DVD Players, contact TACP's Call Center toll free at 1-866-583-7353. (2) You must include the original bill of sale (or a copy of the original bill of sale) or other proof of purchase along with the entire DVD Player when sending the DVD Player to the Authorized TACP Service Station specified by TACP's Call Center. You must pay for all transportation and insurance charges for the DVD Player to and from the Authorized TACP Service Station. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S.A. SOME STATES OF THE U.S.A. DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, WHEN AN ACTION MAY BE BROUGHT, OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE PROVISIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU UNDER SUCH CIRCUMSTANCES. For additional information, visit TACP's website: www.tacp.toshiba.com Others ALL WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY THE LAW OF ANY STATE OF THE U.S.A., INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE. WITH THE EXCEPTION OF ANY WARRANTIES IMPLIED BY THE LAW OF ANY STATE OF THE U.S.A. AS HEREBY LIMITED, THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, GUARANTEES, AGREEMENTS, AND SIMILAR OBLIGATIONS OF TACP WITH RESPECT TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY PARTS. IN NO EVENT SHALL TACP BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR MODIFICATION OR ERASURE OF RECORDED DATA CAUSED BY USE, MISUSE OR INABILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT). No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever. The time within which an action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of TACP arising under the warranty or under any statute, or law of the United States or any state thereof, is hereby limited to ninety (90) days from the date you discover or should have discovered, the defect. 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Key Features
- DVD player functionality
- VHS recording
- TV tuner
- Timer recording
- Repeat playback - A-B Repeat playback
- Random playback - Program playback
- Zoom
Frequently Answers and Questions
What types of discs can I play in the Toshiba SD-V393SU2?
This DVD/VCR can play DVD video discs, DVD-R/RW discs of DVD video format, CD-R/CD-RW discs of CD-DA, Video CD, SVCD, MP3, WMA or JPEG format and Kodak Picture CD and FUJICOLOR CD format.
What is the region number of the Toshiba SD-V393SU2?
The region number of the DVD/VCR is 1.
Can I record scrambled channels with the Toshiba SD-V393SU2?
This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled programs, your existing descrambler must be used.
Can I record while watching a different channel with the Toshiba SD-V393SU2?
Yes, the Toshiba SD-V393SU2 supports recording of one channel while watching another channel.