Toshiba SD-V291 manual

D VD VIDEO PLA YER & VIDEO C ASSETTE RECORDER SD-V291 OWNER’S MANUAL 2 14 22 29 34 39 Introduction Connections Basic setup Playback (VCR) Recording (VCR) Other functions (VCR) DIGITAL VIDEO ©2003 T oshiba Corporation 42 45 55 Basic playback (DVD) Advanced playback (DVD) Function setup (DVD) This device does not tape-record copy protected DVD[...]

2 Introduction IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS W ARNING: T O 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 T O PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. W ARNING: This equ[...]

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 T o 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 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE NA TIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 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 ser[...]

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. If you cannot wipe off the dust with a soft[...]

8 Introduction DIGITAL VIDEO 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 ins[...]

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

10 Introduction Identification of controls See the page in for details. Front panel Rear panel When connecting the optical digital cable, remove the cap and fit the connector into the jack firmly. When not using the jack, keep the cap inserted to protect it from dust intrusion. ON/ST ANDBY button AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO IN (LINE IN 2) jacks 22 40 EJECT b[...]

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) While operating a tape OPERATING MODE TAPE IN AUTO REPEAT HI-FI STEREO DVD/CD/VCD operation status Display window Press CALL to display information on[...]

12 Introduction Remote control * MENU button Use the MENU button to display the menu included on many DVD video discs. T o operate a menu, follow the instructions in “DVD Menu.” 54 Identification of Controls (continued) The instructions in this manual describe the functions on the remote control. See the page in for details. FWD REW STOP P AUSE[...]

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 OUT (TV) IN (ANT) 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[...]

15 Connections UHF VHF Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the “TV” mode. Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the “TV” mode. Note: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the “TV” mode. 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) Splitter 75 ohm Input 75/300[...]

16 Connections CA TV (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 intentional[...]

17 Connections 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 connection to their descrambler equipment. [...]

18 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 . (See page 19.) T o VIDEO OUT T o ANALOG AUDIO OUT (red) (white) (yellow) Signal flow T[...]

19 Connections T o P R/ C R video input T o P R /C R VIDEO OUT 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[...]

20 Connections 75 Ω coaxial cable Connecting to optional 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. For connection to your TV , see “Connecting to a TV” 18 19 . : Front speaker : Rear speaker : Sub woofer : Center speaker : Signal flow Connecting [...]

21 Connections 75 Ω coaxial cable Optical digital cable 75 Ω coaxial cable W arning When playing DTS-encoded discs (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 DVD/VCR are connected to an amp[...]

22 Basic setup Setting the video channel When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only . T o 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 DVD s[...]

23 Basic setup 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 and press VCR MENU , instead of the main menu screen the “SYSTEM SETUP” menu screen in step 2 may appear . Sett[...]

24 Basic setup Connect the Antenna or Cable system. • If you use a cable box, turn it on. Cloc k setting The AUT O 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 the [...]

25 Basic setup 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 twice to return to the normal screen. 5 In the rare event that you live within broadcast range o[...]

26 Basic setup CANCEL Press VCR MENU. EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to “8:30 AM” October , 26 (SUN), 2003. 1 8 : 30 AM SUN 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 time.[...]

27 Basic setup 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 receive up [...]

28 Basic setup Repeat the step 1 on page 27. Then press SET + or – to select the “ADD/DELETE” and press ENTER. 1 T o ADD/DELETE channels Press VCR MENU until the menu screen is cleared. 3 T o Add or Delete desired channels 2 CH SETUP TV CATV AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE +/ - /ENTER/MENU 0 8 7 9 6 5 4 3 2 1 Press Number buttons or SET + or – to[...]

29 Playback (VCR) Loading and unloading a cassette tape Use only video cassette tapes marked and . 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 rewoun[...]

30 Playback (VCR) Cassette tape playback T o 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 indicator will light)[...]

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

32 Playback (VCR) Con v enience function T o 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 endless[...]

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 Press INDEX + or – during stop or play mode. For Succeeding programs: Press INDEX + . For Precedin[...]

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 00 : 00 : 00 SP CH 110 CH 110 INDEX Press SP/SLP to select the desired tape speed SP or SLP . The tape counter and “SP” or “SLP” will[...]

35 Recording (VCR) Recording one program while watching another Press STOP to stop recording. “ ” will appear on screen for about 4 seconds. Press PAUSE/STILL 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 minu[...]

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 T o set daily/weekly timer T o confirm Timer program: At step 1 on the previous page 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 Thurs[...]

39 Other functions (VCR) Ster eo recording and playback / Second A udio 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 t[...]

40 Other functions (VCR) T o AUDIO (L) OUT AUDIO/VIDEO cable (supplied) Playback VCR T o VIDEO OUT T o AUDIO (R) OUT Recording VCR T o AUDIO (L) IN T o VIDEO IN T o 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 p[...]

41 Other functions (VCR) Press REC 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. Recor ding 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/SLP t[...]

42 Basic playback (DVD) Press OPEN/CLOSE or PLA Y on the unit. The disc tray closes automatically . On the TV -screen, “ ” changes to “Reading” and then playback commences. • A menu screen will appear on the TV screen, if the disc has a menu feature. Press / or / to select title. Press ENTER. • T itle is selected and play commences. Pre[...]

43 Basic playback (DVD) T o pause playback (still mode) Press P AUSE/STILL during playback. T o resume normal playback, press the PLA Y button. • The sound is muted during still mode. T o stop playback Press STOP . T o remove the disc Press OPEN/CLOSE . Remove the disc after the disc tray opens completely . Be sure to press the OPEN/CLOSE button [...]

44 Basic playback (DVD) INDE X SKIP – 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. Press SKIP or repeatedly to display the chapter or track number you want. Playback starts from the selected chapter or track. FWD[...]

45 Advanced playback (DVD) 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. MP3/WMA/JPEG playbac k This player can play back the MP3/WMA/JPEG-data which has be[...]

46 MP3/WMA/JPEG playback (continued) You can select your desired JPEG file on the file menu and picture menu. The selected JPEG file is automatically adjusted to the TV screen. (When the aspect ratio of the JPEG file is different to your TV screen, the black bar will appear at the top and bottom, or the both sides of the TV screen. Advanced playbac[...]

47 Advanced playback (DVD) Setting the JPEG Interval 1 Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press or to select “Picture”, then press ENTER. Press or to select “JPEG Interval”. Press ENTER or / to select your desired time. 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:[...]

48 Setting the Select Files 1 Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press or to select “Picture”, then press ENTER. Press or to select “Select Files”. Press ENTER or / to select your desired file type. All: Displays all files. Music Only: Displays only MP3/WMA files. Pictures Only: Displays only JPEG files. 3 T o make SETUP screen disappear , press[...]

49 Advanced playback (DVD) Zooming (JPEG CD) Press ZOOM during playback. Enlarged JPEG images are displayed. You can make the images even larger by repeatedly pressing ZOOM . 1 Changing angles (JPEG CD) ANGLE ZOOM C D This unit will allow you to zoom in on the JPEG image. 1 2 Off 3 C D Press ANGLE during playback. Images are rotated 90 degrees to t[...]

50 Zooming 1 2 Press ZOOM during playback. The centre 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 Advanced playback (DVD) D VD V CD This unit will allow you to zoom in on the frame image. You can then make selections by switching the po[...]

51 Advanced playback (DVD) Marking the Scenes Returning to the Scenes 1 Press MARKER during playback. Select the blank Marker using or . Then press ENTER at the desired scene. • Repeat this procedure to set the other 2 scenes. Press MARKER to remove this display. Press MARKER during playback or stop mode. Press or to select the Marker 1-3. Press [...]

52 Repeat playback of T itle, Chapter and T rack 1 Press PLAY MODE during playback or stop mode. DVD Press / or ENTER once or twice to select “Chapter” or “Title”. ENTER ▼ / / Repea t playback/A-B Repeat playbac k CD/VCD Press to select “Repeat”. Press / or ENTER once or twice to select “Track” or “All”. Press PLAY MODE again [...]

53 Advanced playback (DVD) Program Playback Press PLAY MODE in the stop mode. Press or to select Play Mode, then press / or ENTER to select “Program”. Press / or / to select the programming position. Use Numbered buttons (0-9) to input the Track numbers. • To program others, repeat Step 3. • If you input a wrong number, press CANCEL. 1 Pres[...]

54 Press TOP MENU during playback. Title menu appears on the screen. Press / or / to select the desired title. Chang ing angles/T itle selection/D VD menu Changing Angles Press ANGLE during playback. The current angle will appear. Advanced playback (DVD) D VD When playing back a disc recorded with multi-angle facility, you can change the angle that[...]

55 Function setup (DVD) During disc playback press AUDIO. Press or to select “On”. 1 Changing soundtrack language 1 2 Press AUDIO during playback. The current soundtrack language will appear. Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired lan- guage is selected. The on-screen display will disappear after a few seconds. Chang ing soundtrack language/ [...]

56 During DVD KARAOKE disc playback, press AUDIO. 2 On : The primary vocal is output when it is recorded on the disc. Off : The primary vocal is not output. Press or to select “On” or “Off”. Function setup (DVD) Setting subtitles/Karaok e playback T urning the subtitles on and off Press SUBTITLE during playback until “Off” appears. When[...]

57 Function setup (DVD) Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press or to select “Picture”. Press or ENTER, then press or to select “Tv Screen”. Press or ENTER. Press or to select your desired screen type, then press ENTER. Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen 1 ENTER ▲ / ▼ / / Setting the aspect ratio of TV screen You can select th[...]

58 0 0: 3 4 : 56 0 1 :1 2 : 33 00 : 3 4: 5 6 0 1 :1 2 : 33 1 /9 T it l e 1 / 99 1 /8 1 /3 2 C ha p t e r 1/ 9 9 9 E ng D o l by D i gi t a l E ng Each press of DISPLA Y , the status display of the disc will appear on the screen and change as follows. DVD T o make status display disappear, press DISPLA Y again. Setting on screen display 1 Press SETU[...]

59 Function setup (DVD) Dynamic Range Control Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press or to select “Sound”. Press or ENTER to select “DRC”. Press or ENTER, then press or to select desired setting. 1 T o make SETUP screen disappear , press SETUP or RETURN while the SETUP screen is being displayed. 4 Dynamic Range Control DRC (Dynamic Range Contr[...]

60 P ar ental control setting Some discs are specified not suitable for children. Such discs can be limited not to play back with the unit. Parental control setting Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press or to select “Parental”. Then press or ENTER. Press or to select “Parental”, then press or until the level you require appears. D [...]

61 Function setup (DVD) T o change the parental level 1 2 Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press or to select “Parental”. Then press or ENTER. Press number buttons (0-9) to enter the password you have stored. Press ENTER. The rating is now unlocked. Press or to select “Parental”, then press or to change the parental level. T o chang[...]

62 T emporar y disabling of rating le v el 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. T emporary disabling of rating level by DVD disc Load a DVD disc and press PLAY or OPEN/ CLOSE on the unit (see page 42). I[...]

63 Function setup (DVD) Setting setup language Press VCR DVD selector to select the DVD mode. “Reading” changes to “No Disc”. (If DVD disc has already loaded, the playback will start automatically.) Press SETUP in the stop mode. Press or to select “Other”. Press or ENTER to select “OSD Language”. D V D V C D C D 1 welcome Reading La[...]

64 Function setup (DVD) Setting menu language 1 Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press or to select “Language”. Press or ENTER, then press or to select “Menu”. Press or ENTER. Press or to select your desired language, then press ENTER. English, Francais, Espanol: The selected language is the first-priority Menu language. Other: Othe[...]

65 Function setup (DVD) Changing subtitle language 1 Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press or to select “Language”. Press or ENTER, then press or to select “Subtitle”. Press or ENTER. Press or to select your desired language, then press ENTER. English, Francais, Espanol: The subtitle is displayed with the selected language if it is[...]

66 Setting audio soundtrack language Press SETUP in the stop mode or No Disc. Press or to select “Language”. Press or ENTER, then press or to select “Audio”. Press or ENTER. Press or to select your desired Audio Language, then press ENTER. English, Francais, Espanol: The language you have selected will play if it is recorded on the disc. Ot[...]

67 Others Language code list Enter the appropriate code number for the initial settings “Menu”, “Subtitle” and/or “Audio” (see pages 64-66). Language code list Abkhazian 1 1 12 Fiji 1620 Lingala 2224 Singhalese 2919 Afar 1 1 1 1 Finnish 1619 Lithuanian 2230 Slovak 2921 Afrikaans 1 1 16 French 1628 Macedonian 2321 Slovenian 2922 Albanian[...]

68 Others Befor e calling service personnel Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS • Make sure the power cord is plugged in. • Try another AC outlet. • Power is off, check fuse or circuit breaker. • Unplug unit, then plug it back in. • Select the DVD or VCR mode[...]

69 Others AC 120 V 60 Hz Operation: 18 W , Stand by: 2 W 7.9 lbs (3.6 kg) Width: 16-15/16 inches (430 mm) Height: 3-7/8 inches (99 mm) Depth: 9-7/8 inches (251.5 mm) 181 channel freq. synthesized VHF 2-13 UHF 14-69 CATV 125 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[...]

70 Others LIMITED W ARRANTY DVD VIDEO PLA YER T oshiba America Consumer Products, Inc. (“T ACP”), T oshiba Hawaii (“THI”) and T oshiba Canada Limited (“TCL”) make the following limited warranties. These limited warranties extend to original purchaser or any person receiving this set as a gift from the original purchaser and to no other [...]

71 Others How to Obtain W arranty Service (1) Refer to the troubleshooting guide in your owner ’s manual. This check list may solve your problem. (2) In the U.S.A., only call the T ACP toll free number 800-631-381 1, or if in Hawaii or Canada see listing below within (30) days after you find a defective product or part. (3) Arrange for the delive[...]

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