Toshiba HI-FI SQPB manual

2 14 22 29 34 39 Introduction 42 45 58 65 D VD VIDEO PLA YER & VIDEO C ASSETTE RECORDER SD-V394SC OWNER’S MANUAL ©2006 T oshiba Corporation This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD Video Discs. Connections Basic setup (VCR) Playback (VCR) Recording (VCR) Other functions (VCR) Basic playback (DVD) Advanced playback (DVD) Function s[...]

2 Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS W ARNING: 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 EXTENSION CORD, RECEPT ACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULL Y INSER TED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. FCC NOTICE : This equip[...]

3 Introduction 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. RET AIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. HEED W ARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All[...]

4 Introduction IMPORT ANT 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 [...]

5 Introduction 19. REPLACEMENT P ARTS 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 servi[...]

6 Introduction 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[...]

7 Introduction Notes on discs On handling discs Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Do not attach paper or tape to discs. 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. Do not use any type of solvent such as thin[...]

8 Introduction 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[...]

9 Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................ 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .......................... 3 Power source ................................................... 5 Precautions ...................................................... 6 Notes on discs .................................................. 7 Contents. .................[...]

10 Introduction Identification of controls See the page in for details. Front panel Rear panel ON/ST ANDBY button AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (LINE IN 2) jacks 22 40 EJECT button 29 Disc tray 42 Display window 11 REC button 34 CHANNEL / buttons 34 OPEN/CLOSE button 42 Remote sensor 13 VCR mode indicator DVD mode indicator 42 22 DVD S-VIDEO OUT jack 19 DVD[...]

11 Introduction VCR operation status CH 125 8 : 47 AM MON 00 : 00 : 00 SP STEREO SAP While watching TV DAY OF THE WEEK CHANNEL TAPE SPEED REAL TIME COUNTER CLOCK STEREO AND SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP) 8 : 30 AM MON 00 : 15 : 12 SP HI-FI STEREO While operating a tape OPERATING MODE TAPE IN AUTO REPEAT HI-FI STEREO Disc operation status Press CALL to [...]

12 Introduction Remote control DVD MENU button Use the DVD MENU button to display the menu included on many DVD video discs. T o operate a menu, follow the instructions in “DVD Menu.” 49 Identification of controls (Continued) The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in for details. VCR DVD butto[...]

13 Introduction 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. Replace the compartment cover . Install two “AAA” batteries (supplied), paying attention to the polarity dia[...]

14 Connections 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, p[...]

15 Connections UHF VHF UHF VHF VHF/UHF IN Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the “TV” mode. Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the “TV” mode. Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CABLE menu option to the “TV” mode. 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) Splitt[...]

16 Connections Cable TV connections VHF/UHF IN (ANT) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) VHF/UHF IN (ANT) 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 t[...]

17 Connections VHF/UHF IN (ANT) A B VHF/UHF IN (ANT) A B This DVD/VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler . In order to receive scram- bled programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Con- sult your local cable company for more information concerning c[...]

18 Connections Connecting to a TV Connect the DVD/VCR to your TV . To VIDEO OUT To ANALOG AUDIO OUT (red) (white) (yellow) Signal flow To wall outlet To video input (yellow) (red) Audio/video cable (supplied) To audio inputs (white) Notes: • Refer to the owner’s manual of the connected TV as well. • When you connect the DVD/VCR to your TV , b[...]

19 Connections 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 dis[...]

20 Connections Connecting to optional audio equipment Y ou can enjoy high quality dynamic sounds of DVD video discs or audio CDs by connecting the DVD/VCR to optional audio equipment. Connection for video signal to your TV , see 18 19 . : Front speaker : Rear speaker : Sub woofer : Center speaker : Signal flow Connecting to an amplifier equipped wi[...]

21 Connections 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) 75 Ω coaxial cable (not supplied) W arning When playing DTS-encoded discs (DVD video discs and audio CDs), excessive noise may be output from the analog stereo jacks. T o avoid possible damage to the audio system, you should take proper precautions when the ANALOG AUDIO OUT (L/ R) jacks of the DV[...]

22 Basic setup (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). Setting the video channel Press POWER to turn on the DVD/VCR. Press VCR [...]

23 Basic setup (VCR) Press SET + or – to select “LANGUAGE”, then press ENTER. 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, press VCR MENU , instead of the “SYSTEM SETUP” menu screen of the main menu screen in step 2 may appear [...]

24 Basic setup (VCR) Connect the Antenna or Cable system. • If you use a cable box, turn it on. Clock setting The AUTO CLOCK function will automatically set the built-in clock (Month, Day , Y ear and T ime) 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 [...]

25 Basic setup (VCR) Press VCR MENU. 1 Press SET + or – to select “SYSTEM SETUP”, then press ENTER. 2 Press SET + or – to select “ST ANDARD TIME” , then press ENTER. 3 Press SET + or – to select your time zone, then press ENTER. 4 Press VCR MENU until the MENU screen is cleared. 5 In the rare event that you live within broadcast range[...]

26 Basic setup (VCR) CANCEL Press VCR MENU. EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” March, 25 (SA T), 2006. 1 8 : 30 AM SAT Manual clock setting After setting the clock, date and time starts functioning automatically . 6 Note: After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the timer settings will be lost. In this case, reset the present t[...]

27 Basic setup (VCR) T uner setting 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 recei[...]

28 Basic setup (VCR) Repeat the step 1 on page 27 . Then press SET + or – to select the “ADD/DELETE” and press ENTER. 1 To ADD/DELETE channels Press VCR MENU until the menu screen is cleared. 3 To Add or Delete channels 2 1) Press Direct channel selection buttons (0–9) or SET +/– to select a channel number you want to add or delete. 2) T [...]

29 Basic setup (VCR) Loading and unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked . Loading Remove the erase prevention tab with a screwdriver. Cover the hole with a piece of adhesive tape. To record again Screwdriver Automatic tape eject This DVD/VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tape has ended. Once the tape is rewound[...]

30 Playback (VCR) Cassette tape playback To play a prerecorded tape. Load a prerecorded tape (When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically). Preparation: •T urn ON the TV and select the corresponding video input. • Press VCR DVD selector to select the VCR mode. (The VCR mode indicator will lig[...]

31 Playback (VCR) Special playback Picture search Reverse picture search function Press REV once or twice during playback. Forward picture search function Press FWD once or twice during playback. To return to playback, press PLAY . Press PAUSE/STEP during playback. To resume normal playback, press PLAY or PAUSE/STEP . During playback press SLOW . T[...]

32 Playback (VCR) Con v enience function To cancel repeat mode : Follow the above step 1 , then press ENTER to select “OFF” position. Press VCR MENU to return to the TV . Press VCR MENU. Press SET + or – to select “AUTO REPEA T”. 1 Press ENTER to select “ON” or “OFF”. If “ON” is selected, the playback will be repeated endlessl[...]

33 Playback (VCR) This function enables you to locate the beginning of any recording made on the VCR. Recording an INDEX mark The Index Search function auto- matically records an INDEX mark on the tape whenever a recording is initiated. Index search SQPB (S-VHS Quasi Playback) You can playback video cassette tapes recorded in the S-VHS system. Howe[...]

34 Recording (VCR) Recording a TV program Recording and viewing the same TV program. Recording a TV program Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. The DVD/VCR will automatically turn on. 1 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 se[...]

35 Recording (VCR) Press STOP to stop recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. Press PAUSE/STEP to avoid recording unwanted material. Press again to continue the recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. Notes: • The pause function will be released after 5 minutes to prevent damage to the tape or the VCR. [...]

36 Recording (VCR) One-touch T imer Recording (O TR) The One-touch T imer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. One-touch T imer Recording (OTR) Press once twice 3 times 4 times 5 times NORMAL REC 0:30 1:00 1:30 2:00 3:00 4:00 5:00 6:00 NORMAL REC Recording time Press 6 times 7 times 8 times 9 times 10 ti[...]

37 Recording (VCR) T imer recording T imer 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. T imer recording Notes: • Press CANCEL to move cursor backward for correction. • To record from external source set the channel to “L1” or “L[...]

38 Recording (VCR) Setting procedure To set daily/weekly timer To confirm Timer program: At step 1 on page 37 select “TIMER REC SET” and press ENTER . The timer program list will appear on the screen. 2 The current day (Friday) SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday) MO-SA (Monday to Saturday) MO-FR (Monday to Friday) WKL-WE WKL-TH (Weekly Thursday) (Weekly[...]

39 Other functions (VCR) Stereo recording and playback / Second Audio Program (SAP) When a MTS STEREO broad- cast 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 pro- cedure is the same as for normal recordings. Notes: • When playing back a tap[...]

40 Other functions (VCR) To AUDIO (L) OUT AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied) Playback VCR To VIDEO OUT T o AUDIO (R) OUT Recording VCR To AUDIO (L) IN To VIDEO IN To AUDIO (R) IN Duplicating a video tape 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 [...]

41 Other functions (VCR) Press REC/OTR to start recording. The DVD/VCR will change to the VCR mode automatically and the playback picture or sound will be duplicated on the video cassette tape. Recording a D VD/CD disc Y ou can record disc material in DVD, Audio CD, etc. onto a V ideo tape with this DVD/VCR. Duplicating a DVD or CD disc Press SP/SL[...]

42 CAUTION Keep your fingers well clear of the disc tray as it is closing. Neglecting to do so may cause serious personal injury . Basic playback Playing a disc This section shows you the basics on how to play a disc. Basic playback (DVD) Preparations: • When you want to view a disc, turn on the TV and select the corresponding video input connect[...]

43 To pause playback (still mode) Press P AUSE/STEP during playback. To resume normal playback, press PLA Y . • The sound is muted during still mode. To stop playback Press STOP . 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 [...]

44 Playing a disc (Continued) Y ou can play discs at various speeds. Playing frame by frame Basic playback (DVD) DVD VCD DVD VCD Playing in fast reverse or fast forward directions Press REV or FWD during playback. REV : Fast reverse playback FWD : Fast forward playback Each time you press REV or FWD , the playback speed changes. To resume normal pl[...]

45 Zooming 1 2 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). Zooming/Locating desired scene This unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You can then make selections by switching the position of the frame. Press C C C C C / D D D D D[...]

46 Advanced playback (DVD) Marking the scenes Returning to the scenes 1 Press MARKER during playback or stop mode. 2 1 3 Marking desired scenes The unit stores the points that you want to watch again up to 3 points. You can resume playback from each scene. 2 3 N otes: Some discs may not work with the marking operation. The marking is canceled when [...]

47 Repeat playback 1 Press PLAY MODE during playback or stop mode. Repeat playback/A-B Repeat playbac k Press PLAY MODE again to clear the screen. 3 A-B Repeat playback 1 Press A-B RPT during playback. The start point is selected. A-B repeat playback allows you to repeat material between two selected points. 2 2 A Notes: • In A-B Repeat mode, sub[...]

48 Program playback Press PLAY MODE during stop mode. 1 Press B B B B B / A A A A A to return to the left column, then press C C C C C / D D D D D to select the “Program Playback” and press ENTER. The programs you selected will start to playback in the order. • To resume normal playback, select Mode “Off” in step 2. 4 Program playback/Ran[...]

49 Press C C C C C / D D D D D / B B B B B / A A A A A to select the desired title. Changing angles/T itle selection/D VD menu Press ANGLE during playback. The current angle will appear. 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 repeatedly until the desir[...]

50 Changing soundtrack language 1 2 Press AUDIO during playback. The current soundtrack language will appear. Changing soundtrack language/ Setting surround sound You can select the language when you play a multilingual disc. Notes: • If the desired language is not heard after pressing the button several times, the language is not recorded on the[...]

51 Subtitles/T o turn off the PBC SUBTITLE When playing back a disc recorded with subtitles, you can select the subtitle language or turn the subtitle off. To turn off the subtitle, press SUBTITLE until “Off” appears. • The on screen display will disappear after a few seconds. 1 Notes: • Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change s[...]

52 MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX ® and A udio CD operation This player can play back the MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX ® -data which has been recorded on CD-R or CD-RW. To produce the MP3/WMA JPEG/DivX ® -data, you need a Windows-PC with CD-RW drive and a MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX ® -encoding Software (not supplied). The Apple-HFS-System cannot be played. Note: This unit requ[...]

53 Press / to select the desired file. • In case the current directory includes more than 8 files, press or to scroll in the file list. • To see contents in folder, select the folder and then press ENTER . To return to the upstairs directory, select “ Go Up ...” then press ENTER . • When PLA Y is pressed after displaying file browser, or [...]

54 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” 61 . Place a disc on which JPEG files have been recorded onto the tray. 1 A file browser screen will appear on the screen. 2 Press C / D to select the desired [...]

55 ▲ / ▼ PLA Y STOP Place a disc on which DivX ® files have been recorded onto the tray. 1 A file browser screen will appear on the screen. 2 Press C / D to select file. 3 Press ENTER or PLAY. The selected DivX ® movie will be played back on the screen. Press STOP to end playback. The file browser appears on the screen. If you want to watch t[...]

56 CD CD Folder-1 Folder-2 MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3-3 Select Files Repeat :Off Mode :Off Folder-1 Folder-2 MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3 3 Select Files Repeat :Track Mode :Off MP3/WMA/JPEG/DivX ® and A udio CD operation (Continued) Repeat playback (CD) In the file browser, press B / A or C / D to select “Repeat” during stop mode. Press ENTER to select “Track” or[...]

57 MP3-1 MP3-2 MP3-3 WMA-3 JPEG Preview Edit Mode Browser View Clear Program Program View In the file browser, press B / A or C / D to select “Edit Mode”, then press ENTER. When “Edit Mode” is black color, you can mark the files which you want to add into Program list. Press B / A or C / D to select file you want to add into the program lis[...]

58 Function setup (DVD) Setting procedure Press SETUP during stop mode. The following on-screen display appears. 1 2 3 To make SETUP screen disappear , press SETUP or RETURN. 6 Customizing the function settings You can change the default settings to customize performance to your preference. ENTER C / D / B / A Press C or D to select the desired sec[...]

59 Function setup (DVD) Section Option Menu Subtitle Audio E.B.L. TV Screen Display Picture Mode JPEG Interval Screen Saver DRC QSound Parental Password Output DivX(R) VOD Details To select the language of “Menu”, “Subtitle” and “Audio” if more than one language are available on the disc. To select On or Off for E.B.L. (Enhanced Black L[...]

60 Function setup (DVD) Setting details Menu, Subtitle, Audio 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” 65 ). Original[...]

61 Function setup (DVD) 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. 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 [...]

62 Function setup (DVD) Parental control setting Some discs are specified not suitable for children. Such discs can be limited not to play back with the unit. 1) Press C or D to select “Parental”, then press ENTER. “Enter Password” will appear . 2) Press “0000” using Number buttons (0–9) . (Please note, this is pre-setting password of[...]

63 Function setup (DVD) Output You can select the video output signal of the DVD video player to the TV from “Interlace” or “Progres- sive”. 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 compon[...]

64 T emporary disabling of rating level by D VD 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. Load a DVD disc and press PLAY or OPEN/ CLOSE on the unit . Note: This temporary cancellation of rating level will be kept unt[...]

65 Language code list Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” 60 . 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 Am[...]

66 Tr oubleshooting Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of the symptoms and some solutions. Symptoms Solutions • 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. DVD/VCR does not operate.[...]

67 Specifications AC 120 V 60 Hz Operation: 18 W , Stand by: 2 W 7.7 lbs (3.5 kg) Width: 16-15/16 inches (430.6 mm) Height: 3-9/16 inches (89.7 mm) Depth: 9 inches (228.7 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 / M[...]

- IMPORT ANT - CANADIAN W ARRANTY INFORMA TION GARANTIE CANADIENNE ST ANDARD WARRANTY TYPE OF SET DVD Player DVD/VCR Combination Home Theatre in a Box DVD Recorder Portable DVD W ARRANTY PERIOD 12 MONTHS CANADIAN W ARRANTY T oshiba of Canada Limited (TCL) makes the following limited warranties to original consumers in Canada. Please retain your “[...]